Bishop of the Diocese of Trenton: Most Reverend David M. O’Connell, C.M.
Bishop of the Diocese of Trenton: Most Reverend David M. O’Connell, C. M.
Pastor: Reverend Fr. Jeffrey E. Lee
Pastor: Reverend Fr. Jeffrey E. Lee
Pastor Emeritus: Reverend Fr. William J. Bausch
Pastor Emeritus: Reverend Fr. William J. Bausch
Parish Trustees: Annette Raynor & Roger Zurro
Parish Trustees: Annette Raynor & Roger Zurro
July 27, 2025
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Summer Hours in effect through August 29
Open Monday to Thursday, 9 AM
MASS SCHEDULE & INTENTIONS
Saturday, July 26, 2025 - Sunday, August 3, 2025
Saturday, July 26
5 PM
Jon Kopko * Mary Kopko
Bart Ruggiero * Mary Kopko
Anna Alba Magri * Abbey, Dawn & Joseph Burtone
Sunday, July 27
8 AM
Pro Populo
Bobby Busanic * Severino & Maria Salamon
Raymond Czarnecki * Nancy Czarnecki
10 AM
Mark Reinhardt * John & Dawn
Ginny & John Kelly * Their Children
John Minardi * Gabrielle La Porta
Noon
Miriam McSweeney * Maria Yaninas
Intentions of Loving Family Members * Janet Munger
Father Ronald Cioffi * Joann & Robert Buhler
Monday, July 28
9 AM Chapel
Rosario Maranan * Drs. Gener and Elvira Dapul
Tuesday, July 29
9 AM Chapel
Loving Family Members * Janet Munger
Wednesday, July 30
9 AM Chapel
Juan A. Gutierrez * The Gutierrez Family
Intentions of Loving Family Members * Janet Munger
THE CHURCH
SANCTUARY LAMP burns this week in memory of
Thursday, July 31
9 AM Chapel
Kathleen Amatel * Nancy & Steve Walton
Irena Pietrowicz * Daughter
Friday, August 1
9 AM Chapel
Virginia Endlicher * Bob Endlicher
Ruben Dapul * Drs. Gener & Elvira Dapu
Saturday, August 2
5 PM
Donata Cannarozzi * Family
Anna Pancila * Angela & Tom Kinlin
Mike Miranda * Augusta Cassano
Sunday, August 3
8 AM
Marilyn Newby * Franceschetti Family
Kathleen Lynch * Liz & Bob Vallis
Francisca D. Vera * Rita Duenas
10 AM
Pro Populo
Anthony Garito * Arlene & Family
Robert Monaco MD * Maureen Valenziano
Noon
Michael Duffy by Jim Schatzle & Family
Robert A. & Mary Joan McNamara * McNamara Family
Anna Pancila * Edwin Sevillano
MASS INTENTIONS & SANCTUARY LAMPS
Click below to submit request online:
Request a Sanctuary Lamp ($25 stipend)
Request a Mass Intention ($10 stipend)
Dedicated by Mary Kopko
Requests may also be submitted in person at the Parish Office during operating hours.
LIFELONG CATECHESIS:
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday, July 27
Ge 18:20-32 / Co 2:12-24 / Lu 11:1-13
Monday, July 28
Ex 32:15-24, 30-34 / Mt 13:31-35
Tuesday, July 29
Ex 33:7-11; 34:5b-9, 28 / Jn 11:19-27
Wednesday, July 30
Ex 34:29-35 / Mt 13:44-46
Thursday, July 31
Ex 40:16=21, 34-38 / Mt 13:47-53
Friday, August 1
Lev 23:1,4-11,15-16,27,34b-372 / Mt 13:54-58
Saturday, August 2
Lev 25:1,8-17 / Mt 14:1-12
Please pray for our Military & First Responders
Almighty and eternal God, those who take refuge in you will be glad and forever will shout for joy. Protect these soldiers as they discharge their duties. Protect them with the shield of your strength and keep them safe from all evil and harm. May the power of your love enable them to return home in safety, that with all who love them, they may ever praise you for your loving care. We ask this through Christ our Lord
AMT Colton Boag, USCG
Col. John Anthony Coppola, US Army
TSgt Stephen Witherow, USAF
LCpl Edward Zarzecki, USMC
Lt. Col. Douglas Coppola, US Army
Lt. Mary Herman, USN
SN Christian Houlihan, USN
LT. Jason Joseph Howe, USN
SPC Michael John Mento, US Army
LTJG Matthew Motola, USN
LCpl Bradley O’Ree, USMC
SPC Nicholas Poskonka, US Army
Captain Richard Savo, US Army
1st Lt. Adam Sjoholm, US Army
Captain Ryan Tanguay, US Army
Week of July 27 to August 2
FOR DEEPER REFLECTION
The Lord’s Prayer is a map for life.
Question for Children:
Prayer is talking with God and listening to God in our hearts. Where do you talk to God and how do you listen to what God says to you?
Question for Youth:
Jesus teaches us how important it is to pray. How do you ask God for what you need? How do you listen for his response?
Question for Adults:
Jesus teaches us how to pray. When this past week did you take the time to pray, to talk to and listen to God?
Ann Romano
Jack Coppola
Kaitlin Donahue Nagle
Nancy Niven
David Niven
Lorraine & Alan Smith
Lori Lettieri
Lauren Vinci
Dawn Reinhardt
Helen Prill
Rose Walch
Joyce Daniel
Edward Habrack
Jeff McBride
Owen Shoemaker
Peter Vickers
Debby Tanico
To add or remove a family member from the sick list please email ONLY parishbulletin@stmaryscoltsneck.org. Please, also, keep us updated on your loved one’s health. Names will be removed from the list after 3 months. Thank you for keeping our Parish informed.
Phyllis Raymond
WORSHIP & MUSIC
Andrew J. Macirowski - Pastoral Coordinator for Worship & Music / Principal Organist
Martha, Mary, and Lazarus, siblings from Bethany, were close friends of Jesus, whose home served as a sanctuary for him and his disciples. This dynamic is beautifully illustrated in two key biblical stories. In one instance, Jesus visits their home, and Martha is consumed with the responsibilities of hospitality, diligently preparing and serving. Her sister, Mary, however, chooses to sit at Jesus' feet, engrossed in his teachings. When Martha expresses her frustration that Mary is not helping, Jesus gently reminds her that Mary has chosen the "better part" – prioritizing spiritual nourishment over worldly duties. This moment highlights a crucial distinction: while service is important, an intimate relationship with God, characterized by listening and learning, is paramount. The resurrection of Lazarus is the most significant event involving these siblings, detailed in the Gospel of John. Martha and Mary sent for Jesus when Lazarus fell ill, expecting him to heal their brother. However, Jesus delayed, and Lazarus died and was buried. Upon Jesus' arrival, Martha expressed both grief and faith, stating, "Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died But even now I know that whatever you ask of God, God will give you".
Jesus, moved by their sorrow, declared himself the "resurrection and the life" and called Lazarus from the tomb.. This event demonstrates Jesus' authority over death and reinforces the importance of faith and hope in his promises.
Together, the siblings are the patron saints of siblings. Separately, Martha is the patron saint of hospitality, Mary is the patron saint of contemplation and spiritual study, and Lazarus is the patron saint of the poor and sick. Their memorial is July 29.
Tune
Summer Sounds
CLASSICAL CONCERT & ORGAN DEDICATION
ATTHEPARISHOFSAINTMARY
THURSDAY, AUGUST 7, 2025
7 PM
Featuring:
Haydn -KleineOrgelmesse
Russel - St.LawrenceSketches
AndrewJ.Macirowski, Conductor&Organist
NedPerwo,Organist
Dr.CarlyYork,Soprano
Free Will Offering - $20 Suggested Donation
Artist Reception to Follow
in to Dr. Carly York on the Radio! The Parish of St. Mary is proud to announce that our very own Principal Cantor, Dr. Carly York, will be a guest on Domestic Church Media’s “Better Together” to discuss her upcoming album, "Glorious Mystery," as well as the deep appreciationfor Blessed Mary during her conversion journey to Catholicism. Tune in to also hear several songs from her Lenten Album with Andrew Macirowski!
Live on WFJS 89.3 FM:
July 26: 11 a.m.
July 27: 1 p.m.
July 31: 5 p.m.
Carly has also been a guest on the following programs, so click to listen online!
"Cordial Catholic" National Podcast
"Girlfriends" National podcast with Catholic Writer/Speaker Danielle Bean
Saturday, 8/2
5 PM
Sunday, 8/3
8 AM
Sunday, 8/3
10 AM
Sunday, 8/3
Noon
MINISTRY SCHEDULE
Saturday, August 2 & Sunday, August 3
Jonathan Stubbs NOT FILLED
Jacob Barasky NOT FILLED
Tesya Yaninas
RJ Vaina
Jack Schatzle
Jack Main
Diane Dragone
Charles Young Jennifer Stubbs
Carly York Joe Ventura Rita Duenas
Martha Cowles, Organ Host
Monica Barr, Tabernacle Host
Irene Weller, Tabernacle Host
Susan Murphy, Alternate
Joyce Flynn, Organ Host
Rosanne LaCava, Tabernacle Host
Mike LaCava, Tabernacle Host
Cindy Ventura, Alternate
Amy Orrico, Organ Host
Carly York Matt Yaninas
Marybeth Jacobson
HolyDayofObligation ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY August15,2025
MASSSCHEDULE
Parish of Saint Mary: Thursday 8/14: 5 PM Friday, 8/15: 12:00 Noon
Saint Catharine, Holmdel: Friday, 8/15: 9:00 AM & 7:30 PM
Steve Rumsby
Richard Gerbino NOT FILLED
Fran Vaina, Tabernacle Host
Carol Donahue, Tabernacle Host
Maureen Geiger, Alternate
Dolores Lembo, Organ Host
Ron Gabbard, Tabernacle Host
Tom Nathanson, Tabernacle Host
Dawn Reinhardt, Alternate
Liturgy of the Word Dismissal
This is the practice of having children ages 4 through 12 leave the Sunday assembly during the Liturgy of the Word (readings) and gather in the chapel to engage in the Liturgy of the Word at a level more appropriate to the children’s understanding!
Seventh Sunday After Pentecost
OGod, the protector of all who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy; that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal, that we lose not the things eternal; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
FAITH FORMATION
Julia Cullen — Pastoral Coordinator of Faith Formation / Religious Education
What a great two weeks of formation we are wrapping up here at the parish! Many thanks to all the children, catechists and parent/student helpers who participated in our virtual two-week program. Along with our theme of the seven Sacraments and the children’s level curriculum, we also discussed and learned about the Jubilee year. The virtual session ran smoothly and was filled with great discussions on faith using tons of wonderful resources—all to help the children grow intheir relationshipwithJesus! Thanks againtoall foryourdedication,supportandprayers.
This Sunday, we welcome RE children and their Grandparents as we celebrate World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly beginning with 10 AM Mass followed by a continental breakfast andpresentationinMadonnaHall.
27 July 2025
Grandparents Day (Intergenerational Event) Starts at 10AM mass in Church followed by continental breakfast in Madonna Hall
3 August 2025
Opening “Blessing” Mass For August Summer Intensive children and families Noon in Church
4-15 August 2025
August Summer Intensive (On Campus) Monday to Friday, 8:30AM to 12:30PM
13 September 2025
RELIGIOUS ED LINKS & RESOURCES
Confirmation Prep 1 & 2 Orientation/First Class Starts at Noon Mass in Church Mandatory for student & one parent/guardian
14 September 2025
Confirmation Retreat for 9th Graders Starts at 10 a.m. Mass in Church Mandatory for Conformandi & sponsor or parent/guardian
21 September 2025
Fall Orientation for Elementary Religious Ed (FHC 1 & 2; CF A, B, C & D) Starts at Noon Mass in Church
Great resource for families! Click here to access!
PASTORAL CARE &
OUTREACH
Rosemarie Farrow Pastoral Coordinator of Pastoral Care & Outreach
The simplest gifts are often the most profound. If you’ve got time, empathy, and compassion, you have the ability to support those nearing end of life. If you have been searching for meaningful ways to spend your time, we invite you to explore the role of hospice volunteer with VNA Health Group.
Companionship visits in patient’s homes or facilities in Monmouth or Middlesex Counties, administrative projects, or comforting phone calls from our Neptune office, are just some of the ways in which our volunteers support patients and their families. A Specialized 16-hour Training will be provided by members of the VNA Hospice Team, over the course of 3 weeks.
For more information: Pauline De Palma, BSW Director Volunteer Services (732) 224-6933
SPECIAL COLLECTION JULY 26 & JULY 27
2025 Missionary Cooperative Program
The Diocese of Gallup (NM)
At the weekend Masses of July 26 and 27, there will be a special collection in support of church missions as part of the annual Missionary Cooperative Program coordinated by the Diocese of Trenton. We welcome Rev. Peter Short, V.G. , who will present the appeal in person and share their ministry needs. Thank you for your support!
$4000 Educates one seminarian for a month CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE OR
$1 Buys a pair of socks
$10 Purchases 5 meals for the homeless from a food bank
$100 Heats a rural church
$1000 Covers one month’s premium for one priest’s health insurance
Quo vadis...
My Dear Parishioners: Today we celebrate the Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. If we all persisted in praying for the gift of the indwelling Spirit, were faithful in sharing the abundance of God’s life and gifts that the Spirit brings, and held as primary our relationship with God, then our prayer for our needs would probably be different. There is nothing wrong with prayer for specific needs; after all, we do it every Mass at the general intercessions, not to mention our own prayers of petition. This gospel challenges us to go beyond specific needs and get the larger picture; a focus on the gift of the indwelling Spirit is already God’s answer to all our prayers. What inspires confidence in us is not whether God gives us what we ask for in prayer; our confidence comes from the Spirit who dwells within and establishes a most intimate relationship between God and usshared life.
This weekend we welcome some grandparents of our parishioner children as well as parishioner grandparents who are hosting their grandchildren for mass and a reception following in Madonna Hall. His Holiness, the Pope, has encourage us to host such intergenerational gatherings to connect older and younger Catholics. Respect for the aging and elderly is an important component of the Church’s teaching on respect for all human life. Thanks to Julia Cullen and her team for overseeing this opportunity here in our parish.
His Excellency, The Most Reverend Bishop of Trenton has directed all parishes within our diocese to take up a collection this weekend to assist in the care of our distinguished retired priests. Costs continue to rise and it is now time to invite all of the faithful to assist in the care of our diocesan priests. We have included a line item in the drop down box for on-line gifts and there will be a receptacle in the narthex of the church as well. Thank you for prayerfully considering a gift in honor of
our retired priests.
Our Summer Session Religious Education Module I is concluded. Module II will commence in a few weeks. This option for RE rests upon the foundation that families participate in Sunday Mass weekly as well as Intergenerational Sessions. We have made some progress…however we have a long way to go in order to achieve our goal. I am grateful to those families who are helping us to strengthen our commitment to forming and educating our young people in our Catholic Faith.
The month of August begins next weekend. Our attention begins to focus on back to school issues. This weekend we are hosting the Jersey Club of the University of Notre Dame as they gather incoming freshman for Mass and a cookout here on our parish campus. They have been doing this for many years and most recently here in 07722. It is wonderful to encounter these young people excited and hesitant about beginning this new chapter in their life. Other students from our parish will begin or return to college life. Others will return to or begin their journey through high school. These are exciting times for our students as they begin to learn the lessons of life…starting over…making new friends…discovering new things in their own lives. Those who may need childcare services for their toddlers and pre-schoolers might check out the Future Generations program here on our parish campus. I continue to receive positive feedback from families who entrust their children to this program.
Please welcome Father Peter Short from the Diocese of Gallup, New Mexico, who is with us this weekend as part of the Mission Cooperative. Thank you for your attention and generous support. Have a great week. Let us remember one another in prayer. Happy Sunday. Peace. Fr. Jeff
OCTOBER 19, 2025
All couples celebrating their 1st, 25th or 50th (or more) anniversary of Catholic marriage during the 2025 calendar year For more information, visit https://dioceseoftrenton.org/bishops-anniversary-blessing
Edwin
Francis House of Prayer
FHOP@verizon.net
Trenton Diocesan Spiritual Center and Retreat House ~ 84 Walnford Road, Allentown, NJ 08501 ~ 609
OFFERINGS: Please check www.FHOP.org for dates, registration, directions and for our other offerings! All programs will be offered online and in-person unless otherwise indicated.
PRAY & PLAY WITH “THE POTTER’S WHEEL” - Tuesday, August 5, 9:30 AM - Noon
Join us for a time of contemplation with the scripture passage of “The Potter’s Wheel.” We will use the story for prayer and reflection as well as some time for real play with clay. Donation: $25, includes clay.
OUR LADY, UNDOER OF KNOTS - Tuesday, August 12, 9:30 AM - Noon
Blessed Mother is Our Lady, Undoer of Knots! We will spend this morning reflecting on the grace of being loved so deeply and asking for help in an “undoing of the knots” of our lives. Time will be given for personal reflection and prayer.
PERSONAL RETREAT DAY(IN-PERSON ONLY) - Wednesday, August 27, 9:30 AM – 2:30
Come to Francis House for silence, personal prayer and optional spiritual direction. The day begins and ends with a brief praye together. Please bring a bag lunch. Donation: $10; $40 with spiritual direction.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION INTERN PROGRAM
Francis House offers an intense 3-year Intern Formation Program for those desiring to become Spiritual Directors. critical aspects: The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola; Ignatian Discernment; Study of the Spiritual Masters and Practicum in the Art and Discipline of giving Spiritual Direction. Time commitment: 2 Thursdays each month, 3 weekends a year, and a 5 Please contact Sister Marcy (609) 877-0509 before August 1 for further information.
Please register at https://dioceseoftrenton.org/holy - innocents - society
