November 13, 2022 - 33rd Sunday Ordinary Time

Mass Intentions for:

Saturday, November 12th Sunday, November 20th

For * Requested by

Saturday, November 12 – 4 PM Church

Pro Populo

Mercedes Acayturri * Yaninas Family Robert Gammer * Rorie and Jack Coppola

Sunday, November 13 Church

8AM DeceasedMembersDeStefano/AlbrunoFamilies *Mr.&Mrs.Franceschetti Robert Arcoleo * Ed Brock Neil Slattery * Deirdre O’Doherty and Family

10AM Intentions of Fr. Edward Griswold

* Rev. Fr. Jeffrey E. Lee, Staff and Parishioners Edna and Wright Poinsett * Susan Levine Special Intention * Robert Amling

12PM Special Intention Baden Pinney * Drs. Gener and Elvira Dapul Peter Griffin * Darryl Turkaly

Monday, November 14 – 9 AM Chapel

Hazel Schafer * Carol and Frank Donahue Dr. Guy Suarez * Bill and Mary Klein

Tuesday, November 15 9 AM Chapel

Ben Falsetti * Beth Ann and Thomas Reardon Faith Haley * Rick and Hilde Peckyno

Wednesday, November 16 9 AM Chapel

Richard Kulak * Lorraine Lee and Family Rev. Kenneth Borgesen, O.SS.T. * Rev. Fr. Jeffrey E. Lee, Staff & Parishioners

Thursday, November 17 – 9 AM Chapel

Melissa Blake * McDermott Family Neil Slattery * Rorie and Jack Coppola

Friday, November 18 9 AM Chapel

Christine P. Hogan * Pellicone Family Vladimir Smilovic * Mr. and Mrs. Severino Salamon

Saturday, November 19 4 PM Church

Catherine Bowdish * Barbara Saake

Intentions of Leonidas Mavrookas * Suzanne Schlesinger Bob Walsh * Maureen Beyer

Sunday, November 20 – Church

8 AM Pro Populo

Margaret Boyle * Aiello Family Gregory Prokopenko * Raymond and Nancy Czarnecki

10 AM Carl Zumbo * Phyllis Hurley

Special Intention * Robert Amling Romona Fernandez * Widmeier Family

12 PM SaveriaandBenedettoSquatroto*Richard&MariaGerbino Amanda Tyska * Tim Sauers Rudy Mannarino * Modestino and Rose Lucarelli

Please pray for the following members of our parish family who are ill:

KathleenAmatel

MichaelBarker

JaniceBasilice

FrBillBausch

EileenBeckley

BrendaCaronnaChristen

Chellis

LynetteColaco Desouza

BlakeConley

JackCoppola

KaitlinDonahueNagle

SharonEvangellista

JoannFeliciti

CynthiaFiedler JamesFiedler

EmilyGioacchini

TomHudak

ElizabethLindHuseby

BridgetKorn

BobLind

LoriLettieri

DonnaLodi LudwigMendola

KevinO’Shea

OwenShoemaker

VictoriaSlater

GerardP.Thompson LaurenVinci LeonJankowski

Toaddafamilymembertothesicklistfor8weeks, pleasecallor emailtheParishOffice.Thank you! 732 780 2666 or parishbulletin@stmaryscoltsneck.org

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

AMT Colton Boag, USCG

LCpl Devon Francis Chrzan, USMC

Lt. Col. John Anthony Coppola, US Army 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

Ensign 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 TSgt Stephen Witherow, USAF

LCpl Edward Zarzecki, USMC

13 Sunday: THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY ORDINARY TIME Mal 3:19 20a / 2 Thes 3:7 12 / Lk 21:5 19 14 Monday: RV 1:1-4; 2:1-5 / LK 18:35-43 15 Tuesday: RV 3:1 6, 14 22 / LK 19:1 10 16 Wednesday: Rv 4:1-11 / Lk 19:11-28 17 Thursday: RV 5:1 10 / LK 19:41 44 18 Friday: RV 10:8-11 / LK 19:45-48 19 Saturday: Rv 11:4-12 / Lk 20:27-40

FOR DEEPER REFLECTION:

Question for Children: Jesus teaches us that work is good for us. What kind of work do you do during the week? How does it help you?

Question for Youth: Jesus tells us that even though bad things will happen, we are safe in God. When have you felt the safety of God’s life in your own life?

Question for Adults: Paul's words to the Thessalonians are tough: if you want to eat, you must work! How does this translate into our society today? How do you reconcile this with Jesus' command to love and feed the poor?

Consider donating the sanctuary lamp that burns in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament in the Church or Chapel in honor of a living or deceased loved one. One intention is accepted per week (Sunday - Saturday) for the Lamp. The suggested donation is $25. Request online HERE.

Available weeks listed below: Chapel - 12/11, 12/25

Worship & Music

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

This solemnity is one of most important in the Roman Catholic calendar, as it not only reaffirms our faith in Christ, ruler and redeemer of all, but also ends the liturgical year, with the following Sunday always being the first Sunday of Advent and the first Sunday of the new liturgical year. Similar to the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, many institutions hold Eucharistic adoration on this day.

Christus Rex Our

Lord, Jesus Christ, King of the

Universe

Next weekend, we celebrate the Solemnity of Our Lord, Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. This title of Jesus refers to his place in the kingdom of Heaven, seated at the right hand of God the Father. The holy day was instituted in 1925 by Pope Pius XI to remind the faithful that their allegiance is to their spiritual ruler in heaven, and that earthly rulers are fleeting.

On this day is also sung one of the churches oldest and longest hymns, Laudes Regiae, The Royal Praises.

Christus Vincit Christ conquers (sin and death) Christus Regnat Christ reigns (for eternity) Christus Imperat Christ commands (and leads his people)

And English version was composed by Monsignor Martin B. Hellgriel in 1941; we know this as “To Jesus Christ Our Sovereign King” and also sing this on this great day.

Saint of the Week:

Albert the Great, Bishop and Doctor, 1206 1280

Albert was the eldest son of the count of Bollstädt and heir to that title. Despite the strong opposition of his family, he became a Dominican in 1222. Teaching and studying at various universities, Albert soon developed a widespread reputation for his learning and intellect. He received his doctorate from the university at Paris in 1245 and became the regent of a new school established in Cologne in 1248. Read more HERE.

Speak with a Priest

about

St Mary is offering

opportunity for parishioners to chat with a priest who is only indirectly engaged with the parish. If interested please contact Fr Mike Walsh by phone 732 780 2666 x205 or email frmike.walsh@stmaryscoltsneck.org

Saturday 4PM

Sunday 8AM

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Bridget Farrow Paul Tonacci Kathy Maher

Carly York Anthony Bongiorno Kevin Swan

Organ Host Irene Weller Tabernacle Host Emily Santangelo Tabernacle Host Susan Murphy Alternate Martha Cowles

Organ Host Gina Shute Tabernacle Host Justine Buzzetta Tabernacle Host Lisa Aldridge Alternate Jane Slattery

Sunday 10AM

Valeska YaninasSwap Requested Server Needed

Carly York Carl Simone Matt Yaninas

Organ Host Monica Barr Tabernacle Host Patricia Gesner Tabernacle Host Minister Needed Alternate Lee Gesner

Organ Host Dawn Reinhardt Tabernacle Host Winifred O’Doherty Tabernacle Host Sue Fitzpatrick Alternate Maureen Geiger Sunday 12Noon Server Needed Jonathan Stubbs Choir T Mullin Richard Gerbino

Liturgy of the Word Dismissal

Altar Server Cantor Reader 1 Reader 2 EMHC

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

Thanksgiving Food Drive

Thanksgiving

Baskets Collection

Every year, Saint Mary Parish parishioners generously provide donations for Thanksgiving Baskets for over 200 families who are in need in the Monmouth County area.

Please purchase items to feed a family of four

Stuffing Gravy Green Beans (Canned) Corn (Canned) Canned Yams, Potatoes or Rice Macaroni & Cheese

Canned Fruit Cranberry Sauce

TO VOLUNTEER, CLICK HERE

The Parish of Saint Mary provides turkeys along with the non perishable food. We ask for monetary donations towards the purchase of turkeys or please make a check payable to “Parish of Saint Mary” and put Thanksgiving Food Drive in the memo section.

HELP US EXCEED LAST YEAR’S DONATIONS OF 265 BAGS OF GROCERIES AND 160 TURKEYS TO GREATER SERVE THE NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY AT LARGE.

Please bring your donation to the Church Narthex from October 31– November 12, 2022. Food sort will be November 12, 2022 9am-11am.

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Thanksgiving Food Drive!

If you could not bring up food this year, you can still help us out with a donation to help defray the cost of turkeys and groceries the parish has purchased. Please use this link to make donation to our Poor and Needy fund at https://giving.parishsoft.com/ App/Form/e630f394-2053-49c6-8e4575a89cd16763 or scan the QR code.

Quo vadis . . .

My Dear Parishioners:

Today we celebrate the Thirty Third Sunday in Ordinary time. The signs of the end time alert us to the fact that our striving to be faithful disciples has cosmic proportions. Living the paschal mystery doesn’t just have consequences for ourselves, but for all others as well. When we break out of a chronological understanding of time (that is, time as duration with past, present, and future) and break into God’s eternal time (time without duration in which everything just is) we can begin to understand how even the little acts of kindness and self-sacrifice we perform each day affect all that is. This is a sobering thought: the way we; care for the children, are honest at the workplace, take leisure time to care for ourselves affects our whole world and everyone in it. This is the privilege of discipleship: we can make a difference!!!!!!

This year we have been treated to a most excellent fall season to date. Mild temperatures are now yielding to a more seasonable chill in the air. The foliage has gloriously burst into a festive color and now those colors fade as the early evening dark signals that winter is near. This month of All Saints and All Souls reminds us of our need to seek the truth in all things; to choose the higher standard as we strive for holiness of life. As we recall those who have gone before us, here in our parish, in our families, and in our church, we pray for steadfast witnesses to the faith that has been handed on to us. The scripture passages selected for these last weeks of the liturgical year help us to focus on being accountable, presenting ourselves at the end of our days. Let us continue to support all those in our parish community who are seeking to deepen their relationship with God through Jesus

Christ. May we continue to reverently celebrate the sacraments so that the bond of communion might be strengthened among us as we witness to one another and the children in our midst.

Each November every parish and incorporated entity within our Diocese of Trenton must submit corporate resolutions for approval of His Excellency, The Most Reverend Bishop of Trenton as President of each corporation under NJ statute. This year the Reverend Monsignor Thomas N. Gervasio, Diocesan Vicar General and Vice President of each corporate entity approved the resolutions. Annually there is a corporate resolution naming the Pastor as Secretary/Treasurer of the parish. Additionally, the nomination and ratification of two lay representatives from the parish. These Lay Trustees are to serve a one year term which is normatively renewed five additional times for a total of six years of service. Our parish is well served by the counsel of our Parish Trustees Annette Raynor and Roger Zurro. I am grateful for their willingness to assist me in the temporal administration of our parish resources. One is ex-officio to the finance council; the other is ex officio to the pastoral council along with our Pastoral Associate for Temporal Administration Edwin Sevillano and the Pastor who serve on both councils in an ex-officio role. Resolutions are also prepared memorializing or seeking permission for extraordinary expenditures or the receipt of extraordinary gifts.

Don’t forget to participate in our fall clean up next weekend. We need lots of participation to keep these 25 acres looking great. Details in the bulletin. Have a great week. Let us remember one another in prayer. Happy Sunday. Peace. Father Jeff

Temporal Admin., Stewardship & Outreach

Sharing Our Treasure

November 6, 2022 32ndSunday in Ordinary Time

A. Sevillano

TemporalAdmin@stmaryscoltsneck.org

THANK YOU for your generosity. Building & Mortgage Collection $3,499.00 Our monthly mortgage payment is $7,966.26

"Will not God then secure the rights of his chosen ones who call out to him day and night? Will he be slow to answer them? I tell you, he will see to it that justice is done for them speedily." Luke 18: 17 18

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.

Consider AYear-End Gift to St Mary Parish

Sign-in for our Online Giving system to make your parish offerings from your bank account or Credit Card!

To set up an online giving account please visit https://giving.parishsoft.com/smcn

Should you require our assistance setting up your new account, please call the parish office at 732 780 2666.

You can also download the ConnectNow Giving App for Android or iOS

Thank you for your continuous support!

As you begin year end tax planning, take advantage of the charitable tax deduction for gifts made before December 31 and consider making a gift to St Mary Parish. Your gift to our parish can make a great difference to us and help you as well.

Online Giving is a convenient way to make your gift to St Mary Parish. To create or update your St Mary Parish Online Giving account, visit https://giving.parishsoft.com/app/giving/smcn

If you choose to make a cash donation, please prepare your check and mail it so that your envelope is postmarked or received by the Parish Office by December 31 to qualify as a gift in the year 2021. Contributions received on January 1st or after will be treated as 2022 gifts. Thank you! Your generosity has been a blessing to St Mary Parish throughout this past year. Your continued support allows us to continue our ministries and mission to proclaim the Gospel in our time.

Our 2021 Stewardship Report

Will be e-mailed to our parishioners.

If you do not receive it, please contact the Parish Office at communications@stmaryscoltsneck.org to make sure we have your updated and valid e-mail address.

Thankyouforyourcontinuedsupport!

Edwin

“Light Up a Memory”

Preparations for the "Memory Tree" lighting this year have already started.

A $10.00 contribution signifies a light in memory of a deceased loved one, or in honor of a living person. His/her name will be inscribed in a special "Memory Book", which will be on display in the Church Narthex.

Each $10.00 also entitles the donor to a Remembrance cards available in the Church Office during regular office hours for those who want to pick them up.

The Tree of Love will be making its debut this year on the weekend of November 19-20, to allow extra time to shop for gifts. Some groups are continuing with gift cards this year due to volunteer shortages / Covid concerns but there will be tags on the tree for children's toys and gifts for nursing home residents.

As in the past, please take a tag from the tree, fulfill the request ($25 value) and return the gift with tag attached no later than December 5th. Thank you for your generosity towards those in need.

The deadline for submissions is December 1, 2022.

Submissions after deadline are included in the addendum of the Memory Book.

Participants are also invited to the joyous tree lighting ceremony, with music by our Children’s Choir at the 4:00 pm Mass on Saturday, December 10, 2022.

Please follow link HERE to sponsor a light.

Any questions, please contact Deb Stanley (732) 591-0257 or DebStan2@aol.com

Women's Tuesday Morning Group

This is an invitation to all women of the parish to participate in a weekly group exploring the upcoming readings and gospel.

We are Christian women who come together to discuss and share our views relating to focus questions at the end of each reading. There are no right or wrong answers and no judgement.

We meet in the Spiritual Center at 10:00 a.m. every Tuesday for approximately one and a half hours. For further information please contact Elia at 732 513 7738.

All are welcome to a Sensory Friendly Mass!

A Sensory Friendly Mass is designed for all families with children or adults diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder or sensory sensitivities, or other disabilities. This is a regular Sunday Mass, with a flexible environment.

After the Mass, we will join for a craft and refreshments. We invite all who are interested as a participating family or volunteer to attend our Mass.

November 20, 2022 - 2:00pm

St. Gabriel Catholic Church 100 North Main Street Marlboro, NJ 07746

Please RSVP to: NorMonHIS@gmail.com