Bulletin for June 6, 2021

The parish of saint Mary A Catholic Community Proclaiming the Greatness of God in our Time One Phalanx Road, Colts Neck, NJ 07722 Phone: 732-780-2666 Fax: 732-780-0394 parishoffice@stmaryscoltsneck.org

Bishop of the Diocese of Trenton: Most Reverend David M. O’Connell, C. M. Pastor: Reverend Fr. Jeffrey E. Lee Pastor Emeritus: Reverend Fr. William J. Bausch Trustees: Bill LaMorte Irene Weller Worship schedule inside.

Refer to website for more detailed information www.stmaryscoltsneck.org Deacon: John Wedemeyer

June 6, 2021

The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

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General Obligation to Attend Mass Reinstated & Mask mandates lifted for Fully Vaccinated See page 5

Religious Education Summer Intensive See page 6

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Mass Intentions for the Week of June 5– June 13 For * Requested by Saturday, June 5 – 5 PM Church Loretta Saake * Barbara Saake John Stutz * Tom and Angela Kinlin Cindi Westendorf * Farrow Family Sunday, June 6 – Church 8 AM-Mike Warren * Neil and Jane Slattery Jean Brock * Ed Brock Robert Arcoleo * Ed Brock John O’Donnell * Mr. and Mrs. David Cowles 10 AM Joan Galligan Mokris * Michael Mokris Gerri Mc Carthy * Reinhardt Family 12 PM -Robert A. McNamara and Mary Joan McNamara * McNamara Family Angelo Lucarelli * Richard and Maria Gerbino Souls in Purgatory * Mary Soyka Baptism-Allison Taylor McGrath Brielle Ashley McGrath Monday, June 7 – 9 AM Chapel Special Intention * Suzanne Schlesinger Bernadette Shine * Angela and Tom Kinlin Tuesday, June 8 – 9 AM Chapel Maria Ann Pellicone and Michael Napoletano * MaryAnn Pituk Wednesday, June 9 – 9 AM Chapel Souls in Purgatory * Mary Soyka William Leshick * Angela and Tom Kinlin Thursday, June 10 – 9 AM Chapel Clare Peckinpaugh * Faig Family Friday, June 11 – 9 AM Chapel Logan Dayton * Ann Marie Dayton Richard Intrabartola * Rorie and Jack Coppola Saturday, June 12 – 5 PM Church Intentions of Leonidas Mavrookas * Suzanne Schlesinger Lillian Corcoran * Francine and Joe Corcoran Stephen Daisak * Barbara Daisak and Family Sunday, June 13 – Church 8 AM-Joseph C. Iannelli * Joe, Cindy and Matthew S SGT Stephen J. Coleman * Carol and Frank Donahue Robert Stetz * Alice Ganley 10 AM Joseph Dickinson * Dickinson-Pancila Family Irene Baron * Dickinson-Pancila Family 12 PM-John Grabowski * Jim Dolan Anthony Bonanno * Connie and Rachael Bonanno Souls in Purgatory * Mary Soyka Baptism-Giulia Rose Duffy

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Please pray for the following members of our parish family who are ill: Kathleen Amatel MaryAnn Barone Janice Basilice Fr Bill Bausch Eileen Beckley John Boyle Anne Boyle Christen Chellis Blake Conley Kaitlin Donahue Nagle Sharon Evangellista Joann Feliciti Cynthia Fiedler James Fiedler Emily Gioacchini Edward Habrack

Tom Hudak Anton Kopp Bridget Korn Lori Lettieri Donna Lodi Leonidas Mavrookas Ludwig Mendola Walter Moeller Kevin O’Shea Stanley Rembisz Owen Shoemaker Victoria Slater Gerard P. Thompson Seneida Tomasetti Lauren Vinci

To add a family member to the sick list for 8 weeks, please call or e-mail the Parish Office. Thank you! 732-780-2666 or parishbulletin@stmaryscoltsneck.org

Mass Intention Request ONLINE Available through the link below is an online form to request Mass Intentions for the remainder of the 2021 calendar.

Mass Intention Request

GROTTO CANDLES The Grotto Candles are available for your prayer intentions.

Offering is $3.00 per candle.

Parish Office Hours Monday 9 am – 2 pm Tuesday 2 pm -7:30 pm Wednesday 9 am – 2 pm Thursday 9 am – 2 pm Sunday 9 am -12 noon No hours on Friday or Saturday

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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.

PRAY for Military & First Responders SN Colton Boag, USCG LCpl Devon Francis Chrzan, USMC Lt. Col. John Anthony Coppola, US Army Major Douglas Coppola, US Army Lt. Mary Herman, USN SN Christian Houlihan, USN Ensign Jason Joseph Howe, USN SPC Michael John Mento, US Army PFC Nicholas Poskonka, US Army Captain Richard Savo, US Army 1st Lt. Adam Sjoholm, US Army Captain Ryan Tanguay, US Army TSgt Stephen Witherow, USAF LCpl Edward Zarzecki, USMC If there is a family member you wish to be placed on the list, please contact the Parish Bulletin at 732780-2666 or parishbulletin@stmaryscoltsneck.org.

New Parishioner Orientation Sunday August 1, 2021 Madonna Hall

3 Lifelong Catechesis Week June 7– June 13 READINGS FOR THE WEEK

7 Mon 8 Tue 9 Wed 10 Thu 11 Fri

2 Cor 1:1-7/Mt 5:1-12 2 Cor 1:18-22/Mt 5:13-16 2 Cor 3:4-11/Mt 5:17-19 2 Cor 3:15—4:1, 3-6/Mt Hos 11:1, 3-4, 8c-9/Eph 3:8-12, 14-19/Jn 19:31-37

Sunday June 13 - ELEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Questions for Deeper Reflection

Sanctuary Lamp Consider donating the sanctuary lamp that burns in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament in the Church or in the Chapel in honor of a living or deceased loved one. Request Envelopes available at the office.

The suggested donation is $25.

ONLINE https://bit.ly/37RKz5p Intentions are available in the Church & Chapel 6/6-6/12,6/27-7/3

Attendance is mandatory for those looking to become parishioners at the Parish of St. Mary.

Please Contact the Parish Office if you wish to attend 732-780-2666

Welcome to the newest member of our Saint Mary Parish family who were Baptized recently: Luciana Christine Galligan

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Andrew J. Macirowski Pastoral Coordinator for Worship & Music / Principal Organist Worship@stmaryscoltsneck.org Music@stmaryscoltsneck.org

Corpus Christi The Solemnity of Corpus Christi is celebrated on the second Sunday after Pentecost, or two months after Easter Sunday. This day reaffirms our mystery of our Catholic faith in the transubstantiation. That is, that the bread and wine offered in the holy sacrifice of the Mass become the body and blood of Christ. As noted in the Council of Trent, "the body and blood, together with the soul and divinity, of our Lord Jesus Christ and, therefore, the whole Christ is truly, really, and substantially contained.”

This is a fundamental belief of our Catholic faith and one that sets us apart from other Christian denominations. It is important to remember that today, and every day, Jesus is present in all the tabernacles of the world, and at every Catholic Eucharistic celebration.

In some places, a procession is held today, similar to the one on Holy Thursday, wherein the Blessed Sacrament is carried through the streets of the town to a smaller church or chapel, where benediction and/or adoration may take place.

As the Solemnity occurs on a Sunday, attendance at Mass is obligatory. The singing of the sequence (after the Epistle and before the Alleluia) is optional on this day, although highly encouraged, especially in communities that bear the name of Corpus Christi or are otherwise named in one the honor and glory of one of Christ’s titles.

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Worship Schedule: June 5/6 The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ Altar Server

Saturday, 5:00 PM (Church)

Sunday, 8:00 AM (Church)

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Cantor

Mark Hines William Hines NOT FILLED

Louise Habrack Organ Host Suzanne Schlesinger - Tabernacle Host Emily Santangelo - Alt

T Mullin

Bruno Savo

David Maliakel

Ashley Austin Daniel Austin Michael Buzzetta

Justine Buzzetta Alt

Kevin Swan

Annette Raynor

David Maliakel

Valeska Yaninas Tesya Yaninas

Amy Orrico - Organ Host Winifred O'Doherty - Tabernacle Host Linda DickinsonPancila - Alt

Matt Yaninas

Julia Cullen

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Monica Barr - Alt

Richard Gerbino

Carl Simone

Sunday, 10:00 AM (Church)

Sunday, 12:00 PM (Church)

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Online Mass viewing continues with the newest weekend Mass becoming available on Saturdays after 4 pm The Parish of Saint Mary - You Tube Channel Worship aid https://yt.vu/+StMaryColtsNeck for weekend Mass at https://tinyurl.com/y4xhvqz8

Beginning Friday, May 28, 2021 the Governor of New Jersey, in consultation with the New Jersey Diocesan Bishops, announced the lifting of mandates on social distancing and wearing of face masks for fully vaccinated persons in houses of worship .Read

Reinstating the General Obligation to Attend Mass The Catholic Bishops of New Jersey have announced on May 20, 2021 that they are lifting the dispensation of the Sunday and Holy Days Mass obligation beginning on Saturday, June 5, 2021, and Sunday, June 6, 2021.

We are very pleased to welcome our parishioners to return to the regular participation in the Sunday Eucharist, the source and summit of our Catholic faith. Parishioners who are ill, recently exposed to the coronavirus or another serious or contagious illness, confined to their home, a hospital, or nursing facility, or with serious underlying health conditions remain excused from the obligation.

We will therefore discontinue the broadcast Mass after June 13th, the Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. There are many options on TV and the internet for those who choose. Thank you for your cooperation and support throughout this pandemic.

Please see the link for official announcement and updated directives.

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Religious Education Fall September 2021-May 2022 Julia Cullen, Pastoral Coordinator of Elementary Religion Education - Grade 1 -6 ReligiousEd@stmaryscoltsneck.org 732-780-2666 X 309

Summer Intensive July session– begins - July 12th-23rd 9am-12 pm -(Google classroom) Orientation on Sunday July 11-children are expected to attend Mass and the orientation will directly follow

August Session begins- Aug 9th-20th 8:30am12:30pm (On Campus) Orientation on Sunday August 8th -children are expected to attend Mass and the orientation will directly follow

1st and 2nd graders are on campus and have a choice of time on Tuesdays as follows: 4:30-5:40 pm Or 5:50-7:00pm

3rd - 6th graders have weekly virtual FIRST COMMUNION UPDATE

LIVE classes through Google Classroom.

First Communion will be held in October 2021 for the current year 2nd graders, as well as any family that chose to defer their child last year.

The two choices are:

As per our lottery, we have set the following 4 Communion Masses:

Wednesday 6:00pm -7:00 pm

Tuesday 4:30 pm -5:30 pm Or

Sunday 17 October 2021 10am or 12pm Sunday 24 October 2021 10am or 12pm

Rose Farrow, Coordinator of Faith Formation for Youth Catechesis & Service - Grade 7 & 8 YouthRE@stmaryscoltsneck.org 732-780-2666 X 310 Confirmation Prep Classes Fall 2021 - Spring 2022

Requirements:

Classes will be offered both on campus in-person and in the live remote Google classroom format

approximately three larger group functions throughout the year. Students need to attend Penance and Reconciliation services, complete written Homily reflections, and any independent work assigned by the instructor.

On campus/in person option will be offered on Mondays 4:15-6:15 pm Live remote Google Classroom option will be offered on Sundays from 5:00-7:00 pm.

Classes will be held every other week (as the calendar permits taking into account holidays) from September through May.

Students and parents need to attend

Please check the parish website for all the latest details about registration and how to go to your MY OWN CHURCH portal. LINK TO WEBSITE

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Bishop O’ Connell’s Reflection on Corpus Christi The Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist, the Body and Blood of Christ, is celebrated throughout the Church in several ways: first, on the altar through the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass; second, from that same altar in the Sacred Host brought by priests, deacons and lay extraordinary ministers to the sick in hospitals and to the homebound; third, again from that same altar, in prayer and adoration before the Tabernacle containing Sacred Hosts either reserved or exposed in the rite of Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.

Through the words of the priest at Mass, recalling the Lord Jesus Christ’s own words at the Last Supper, unleavened bread and wine, the true fruit of the vine, is consecrated and transformed into the Body and Blood of Christ. This sacred action is called “transubstantiation,” meaning the visible elements or “species” of the Eucharist — the bread and the wine — literally become the Body and Blood of Christ. How that actually happens is a mystery of the Catholic faith that has been believed and practiced since the very first Holy Thursday when Christ uttered the words “This is My Body, This is My Blood.” Read

The 2021-2022 program w i l l m eet weekly Thursdays starting September 23, 2021 through April 2022 Adult Women Programs will run simultaneously Daytime sessions - 10 - 11:30 am & Evening Session - 7:00 - 8:30 pm  Opening

Your Heart this 22-week foundational course is designed for women new to WWP as well as those with more Bible study experience.

 Keeping

in Balance this 22-lesson study, we’ll explore Biblical ideas for managing life’s pace and pressure while living with calm and steadiness.

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Quo vadis…

My Dear Parishioners, Today we celebrate The Solemnity of The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, also known as Corpus Christi Sunday. In fact, few of us will be challenged literally to put the proverbial collar around the cat. But all of us, through baptism, truly are challenged to have the same self-giving stance as Jesus. Eucharist is the centerpiece of our lives, challenging us: our identity is our mission—self-giving. This Solemnity provides us an opportunity to reflect on what Eucharist is for us as disciples of the Lord. The church teaches us that Jesus is truly present in the Eucharist.

This teaching shapes our approach when we come for mass, when we are in the nave of the church building in the presence of the Most Blessed Sacrament reserved for the sick, dying (viaticum), and adoration in the tabernacle. This teaching also shapes how we prepare ourselves to come for mass: how we dress, what time we arrive, are we respectful of others, do we remain until the final blessing?

When we truly believe that Jesus is present in the Eucharist, then our actions and attitudes reflect that true presence. The communion procession is a time for us to be intensely focused on the fact that God is coming to us in this sacrament.

Our reverence and respect for the awesomeness of this sacrament will help to inspire and teach our young people. May Christ continue to be made present in our midst through the Eucharist that we faithfully celebrate together.

The transition from spring into summer brings with it a flurry of activity. Weddings, First Communions, Confirmations, Ordinations, and various Graduations are times for family members to gather in celebration and in support of one another. Let us continue to support those

who are experiencing the mega milestones in their life this year. This weekend His Excellency, The Most Reverend Bishop of Trenton has ordained 1 new Priest for service to the People of God in our Diocese of Trenton. Some may recall as a seminarian in our parish several years ago RJoy Ballacillo who is now Fr RJoy. Let us give thanks to almighty God for these vocations and the courageous response of these men to respond generously to that call.

I am pleased to announce that Reverend Msgr.

Michael J. Walsh will be joining our clergy team beginning July 2021. Fr. Mike, as he prefers, will be retiring from serving as Pastor of Saint James, Pennington/Saint Alphonsus, Hopewell/Saint George, and Titusville Parishes. He will reside at the Villa Vianney in Lawrenceville and here in 07722 on weekends and several days during the week. He will assist with Sacramental Liturgical ministry for our community and will alternate with Msgr. Troiano every other weekend at our cohort 13 partner Saint Catherine Parish, Holmdel. He will assist in re-establishing an RCIA Team and will be available for those wanting to speak with a priest. Fr. Gene will continue to assist at Saint Leo the Great, Lincroft on weekends and as needed, and Saint Gabriel, Marlboro for funerals and other Liturgical celebrations.

More in the coming weeks. Have a great week.

Let us remember one another in prayer. Happy Sunday.

Peace, Father Jeff

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Temporal Administration, Stewardship & Outreach Edwin A. Sevillano TemporalAdmin@stmaryscoltsneck.org Sharing Our Treasure May 30 - The Most Holy Trinity Weekly Sacrificial Stewardship

$

12,118

Envelope Contributions

$

7,006

Electronic/Online Contributions

$

4,773

Loose Contributions

$

339

Avg. Contribution per Household this week $ 48.08 # of Contributing Households

245

# Registered Parishioner Households

993

THANK YOU for the Sacrificial Stewardship Offerings as we support the ministries, programs and facilities of our parish.

May God Bless you for the sacrifices that you make.

Thank you for your generosity!

As of May 30, 2021 Goal: Pledged:

$75,000 $74,984

% of goal: # donors: Average gift: Paid to date:

99% 180 $227 $60,888

We have reached 99% of our goal this year. If you have not made your pledge yet please do so now by visiting <https:// dioceseoftrenton.org/aca-donatepage>. Please select St Mary Catholic Church in the Parish Affiliation drop ACA in Action!

"A little mercy makes the world less cold and more just." −Pope Francis, Angelus, March 17, 2013 "The faithful’s offerings to the Holy Father through the Peter’s Pence Collection in June 2021 are destined to Church needs, to humanitarian initiatives and social promotion projects, as well as to the support of the Holy See.”

Clergy and Religious Administration Consecrated Life In the Diocese of Trenton, those in consecrated life represent membership in a variety of male and female religious institutes. These men and women have dedicated their lives to proclaim the Word of the God and serve His people.

While not easily recognizable, nevertheless, they witness the face of God as they celebrate our liturgies and carry out the spiritual and corporal works of mercy in fields of education, health care and social services throughout the diocese. Your gift promotes those called to serve.

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As June 5 ordination nears, Deacon Ballacillo reflects on path to priestly vocation When Rjoy Ballacillo was ordained a traditional deacon last year, he said he “felt real joy in knowing this is what God wants me to do.” His 16-year journey to the priesthood will culminate June 5 when he is ordained a priest by Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., during a 10 a.m. Mass in Trenton’s St. Mary of the Assumption Cathedral. The Mass will be livestreamed on all diocesan media outlets, including YouTube.com/trentondiocese.

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Rosaries from Italy, Statuary, Miraculous Medals, Wall Plaques, Holy Cards and many books to help you grow in prayer & faith!

We carry a diverse variety of gifts for friends, family and clergy.  Baptism  Communion  Confirmation  Wedding  Bereavement

The Rev. Mr. Ballacillo shared that there is a “feeling of peace, prayerful and joyful at the same time,” in knowing that the time is at hand to “be a good shepherd” to the faithful of the Trenton Diocese.

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The Child and Youth Protection unit is aimed at creating safe environments for the children and youth in our parishes and Catholic schools. Our mission is to assist parishes and schools in understanding and implementing the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People. This involves criminal background screenings and training certification programs that advance the safety of our children.

Our office coordinates and monitors the diocesan effort to ensure that all volunteers and employees submit to a criminal background check through fingerprint analysis and attend the required VIRTUS Awareness Training Program. These three-hour courses cover the scope and nature of child sexual abuse in addition to giving participants the five steps that caring adults can follow to protect children.

Future Generation Early Learning Center at The Parish of Saint Mary is currently enrolling for the 2021 Summer Camp Season! Our summer camp includes different weekly themes and incorporates fun learning activities and water play. Enroll for the entire summer or specific weeks. We also offer Before and After Care for Saint Mary’s Summer RE program.

Call 732-780-0135 today for more information and to guarantee your spot for this summer’s fun filled Summer Camp experience!