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.
The Parable of the Pharisee & Tax Collector ~ Luke 18:9-14
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 O
MASS SCHEDULE & INTENTIONS
Saturday, October 25, 2025 - Sunday, November 2, 2025
Saturday, October 25
4 PM
Gertrude Rimmele * Barbara Saake
Estelle Borowski * Carol Ward
Intentions of Robert Fano * Joseph & Evelyn Fano
Sunday, October 26
8 AM
Steven Parkes * Parkes Family
Intentions of Alison Schwerthoffer * Joseph & Evelyn Fano
Ciro Ficarra * Anna Maria Cappelleri
10 AM
Pro Populo
Theodoor & Linda Damen * Janet & Scott Cinfio Family
Anthony Marotta * Joseph, Dawn & Abigail Burtone
12 Noon
Richard Gerbino * Richard & Maria Gerbino
Carl Simone * The Dickinson-Pancila Family
Monday, October 27
9 AM Chapel
George Littler * Jane Slattery
Meri Ann Destribats * Lorraine Lee
Tuesday, October 28
9 AM Chapel
James Tarabocchia * Nick & Christine Hroncic
Carol Craine * Joan & Bill Hack
Wednesday, October 29
9 AM Chapel
Intentions of Fr. Bausch * Mary C. Hoagland
Mary Petyo * Judy & John Kovtun Munger
Thursday, October 30
9 AM Chapel
Marianne Dickey * Linda Fredda
Jennie Gibaldi * Anna DeMeo
Friday, October 31
9 AM Chapel
Paul Kopcha * Sessa Family
Jeremi Teixeira * Angela & Tom Kinlin
Saturday, November 1
4 PM
Loving Family Members * Janet Munger
Marge & Ed Eastman * Barbara Verga
Gerard Thompson * Rorie & Jack Coppola
Sunday, November 2
8 AM
Nancy Louise Imperato * Danile Family
Vaughn Bigelow Jr. * Joyce & Jay Flynn
Natale & Klara Mirkovich * Severino & Maria Salamon
10 AM
Grandparents of the Cantatore & Gabbard families * The Gabbard Family
Rose Marie Caputo * The Danile Family
Loving Family Members * Janet Munger
12 Noon
Pro Populo
Robert A. & Mary Joan McNamara * The McNamara Family
Saveria & Benedetto Squatrito * Richard & Maria Gerbino
The 2026 Mass Intention Book now open! MASS INTENTIONS & SANCTUARY LAMPS FOR 2025 & 2026
Consider requesting a Mass Intentions or Sanctuary Lamp for all occasions (birthdays, anniversaries, sickness, etc.) for a loved one, deceased or living. Click below to submit request online now for 2025 or 2026 dates:
Request a Sanctuary Lamp ($25 stipend)
Request a Mass Intention ($10 stipend)
Requests may also be submitted in person at the Parish Office during operating hours.
LIFELONG CATECHESIS:
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday, October 26
Week of October 26 to November 1
FOR DEEPER REFLECTION
God knows and sees our hearts.
Question for Children:
Sirach 35:12-14,16-18 / 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18 / Luke 18:9-14
Monday, October 27
Romans 8:12-17 / Luke 13:10-17
Tuesday, October 28
Romans Ephesians 2:19-22 /Luke 6:12-16
Wednesday, October 29
Romans 8:26-30 / Luke 13:22-30
Thursday, October 30
Romans 3:21-30 / Luke 12:49-53
Friday, October 31
Romans 8:31b-39 / Luke 13:31-35
Saturday, November 1
Romans 9:1-5 / Luke 14:1-6
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
Jesus teaches us to be humble – but what does that mean? How do you show you are humble?
Question for Youth:
God knows when we are doing things just for show, and when they come from the goodness of our heart. When have you caught yourself doing something just to be more popular or liked? How does it feel to do something that you know is good and just?
Question for Adults:
This Gospel reading suggests that we approach God and each other with humility. What does this mean, in practical terms? How do we "humble" ourselves? What does that mean?
Please pray for the following members of our parish community who are ill:
Lori Lettieri
Edward Habrack
Father William Bausch
To add or remove a family member from the sick list, please e-mail ONLY to: parishbulletin@stmaryscoltsneck.org. Names will be removed from the list after 3 months. Be sure to keep us updated on your loved one’s health. Thank you for keeping our Parish informed.
SAINTS OF THE WEEK
Michael, Gabriel & Raphael Archangels
The three archangels are honored together with a Feast on September 29. This date was formerly St. Michael's feast day and has been known for centuries as Michaelmas Day.
In Christian tradition, angels are sent by God to guide, guard, and heal us. They also inform people of a particular mission from God. There has been a renewed interest in angels in the past few years as more and more people seek out ways to better communicate with God. Read more
WORSHIP & MUSIC
Andrew J. Macirowski - Pastoral Coordinator for Worship & Music / Principal Organist Worship@StMarysColtsNeck.org • Music@StMarysColtsNeck.org
Saints Simon and Jude: Apostles of Hope and Perseverance
Saints Simon and Jude, whose feast day is celebrated on October 28, were among the twelve apostles chosen by Jesus Christ to spread the Gospel to the world. Though little is recorded about their lives in the New Testament, both men played important roles in the early Church. Simon, often called “the Zealot,” is believed to have been part of a Jewish group passionate for God’s law and the liberation of Israel, while Jude also known as Thaddeus is remembered for his steadfast faith and for authoring one of the New Testament letters urging Christians to remain firm in the truth.
Tradition holds that after Pentecost, Simon and Jude traveled as missionaries, preaching the message of Christ in places such as Persia, Mesopotamia, and possibly Syria. Despite facing persecution and hardship, they remained faithful to their mission of bringing light to those who had not yet heard the Gospel. Their unwavering dedication to Christ’s call eventually led to their martyrdom, which, according to ancient accounts, occurred on the same day while they were evangelizing together.
Over the centuries, devotion to Saints Simon and Jude has grown, with Saint Jude especially venerated as the patron saint of hopeless and desperate causes. Their lives serve as a reminder that perseverance in faith, even amid suffering and uncertainty, bears great spiritual fruit. Together, Saints Simon and Jude stand as enduring examples of courage, unity, and trust in God’s providence.
Our Parish Photo Directory won’t be complete without YOU! Schedule your appointment now for your FREE photo session! All participating families will receive a free 8x10 portrait.
Thanksgiving Weekend
A perfect time for a family portrait! Friday, Nov. 28: 2PM-8:30PM Saturday, Nov. 29: 10AM-4PM
Saturday, 10/25
4 PM
Sunday, 10/26
8 AM
Sunday, 10/26
10 AM
Sunday, 10/26
12 Noon
MINISTRY SCHEDULE
Saturday, October 25 & Sunday, October 26
Alex Gruenling Anthony Gruenling
Joseph Brando
Jack Main
Tesya Yaninas
Jacob Barasky
Jack Schatzle NOT FILLED
Bridget Farrow Michele Gruenling
Jennifer Stubbs
Carly York Charles Young Rita Duenas
Carly York Steve Rumbsy Matt Yaninas
Diane Dragone Mary Ellen Griffin Richard Gerbino
Liturgy of the Word Dismissal for Children Ages 4 to 12
This is the practice of having children, 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.
Emily Santangelo, Organ Host
Susan Murphy, Tabernacle Host
Jane Slattery, Tabernacle Host
Monica Barr, Alternate
Joyce Flynn, Organ Host
Gina Shute, Tabernacle Host
Marsha Grigoli, Tabernacle Host
Justine Buzzetta, Alternate
Joseph Burtone, Organ Host
Dawn Burtone, Tabernacle Host
Steve Stanley, Tabernacle Host
Linda Dickinson-Pancila, Alternate
Liz Turkovic, Organ Host
Dolores Lembo, Tabernacle Host
Patricia Gesner, Tabernacle Host
Lee Gesner, Alternate
OUR PROMISE TO PROTECT
The Diocese of Trenton is committed to the initiatives outlined in the U S Bishops’ Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People and to its own policies and guidelines in regard to the reporting and investigation of sexual abuse allegations involving minors.
If you have been sexually abused as a minor by a member of the clergy or anyone representing the Catholic Church, or if you know of someone who was, you can report that abuse through the diocesan ABUSE HOTLINE: 1-888-296-2965 or via email at abuseline@dioceseoftrenton.org.
The Diocese of Trenton reports any allegations of sexual abuse to the appropriate law enforcement agencies. Anyone with an allegation is also encouraged to provide that information to local law enforcement authorities.
RE Calendar
RE Handbook
Intergenerational List/ Descriptions
Intergenerational
Recording Sheet
Confirmation Prep Schedule
Fall RE Schedule 2025-2026
Begins at 4 PM Mass Continues in Madonna Hall
Bring a carved / decorated pumpkin with the ‘Hallow’ theme to Madonna Hall before Mass for our Jack-o-lantern Contest! Click here to RSVP!
About Our Theme & Hallow
We have named it ‘Hallow’een Halls: Find Peace in God’s Prayer as an invitation to download the Hallow mobile app! Learn more about the Hallow app by clicking the icon on the right!
First Holy Communion 2025
October 5, 2025
Rose Brown
Kate Coppola
James Degenhardt
Frankie Devlin
Gino Devlin
Anthony Diana
Joseph Dugo
Taylor Erbe
Jonathan Fabozzi
Liliana Gentile
Kiera Kakol
Gabriella Mascolo
Caden O'Neill
Ella Thurmond
Mason Sebastian Asadi
Luke Fancis Bartolomeo
Nicholas Michael Bautista
Julia Diana Bednarczyk
Dylan Telemachus Bishop
Jake Anthony Bruck
Greyson Michael Brunelli
Colton Thomas Chern
Parker Francis Chern
Christopher Michael Ciniglia
Ella Antonia Cucchiara
Carmine Sebastian DeSena
Adrianna Teresa Faiella
Jack Matthew Gaeta
Carla Cabrini Garcia
Anthony Dominic Gruenling
Autumn Ava Helms
October 12, 2025
Giuliana Caggiano
Daniel Cimino
Michael Cimino
Olivia Cooke
Cameron Corre
Gerard DeBernardis
Nola D'Onorio-DeMeo
Liliana Dowd
Lucy Fonte
Genevieve Galletta
Brennan Glazier
Anthony Molinaro
Isabella Molinaro
Mackenzie Moniz
Brayden Musso
Confirmation
Charles Albert Higgins
Christian Joseph Howard
Valentina Veronica LaRocca
Gianluca Michael Levine
Matteo Frances Luccehese
Luke Luke Manfredonia
James Michael Massaro
Dante Anthony Mattioli
Lilliana Cecelia Nicholson
Daniel Dominic O’Connor
Kristn Mary Paloma
Madeline Catherine Paszkiewcz
Camryn Gianna Pinguelo
Kirk Robert Rogers
Robert Thomas Ronco
Madelyn Madeline Royal
Domenica Mary Rudko
October 19, 2025
Joseph Abbruzzese
Juliette Bonura
Juliana Boucher
Ciana Cruz-Morfino
Francesca DePierro
Donovan DeSena
Francesca DeStefano
Gavin DeVito
Paige Haney
Matthew Linquito
Olivia Liotine
Christian Orrico
Meghan Watts
Katelyn Bridget Ryan-Stamper
Luke Christopher Sabin
Alessandro Giuseppe Scaccia
Eva Cecelia Tomasetti
Liam Michael Toohig
Ryan Michael Veisz
Julia Mary Wesby
John Louis Widmeier
Scott Vincent Woodward
PASTORAL CARE & OUTREACH
Rosemarie Farrow Pastoral Coordinator of Pastoral Care & Outreach
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.The following food items are needed:
• Stuffing
• Gravy
• Green Beans (Canned)
• Corn (Canned)
• Canned Yams, Potatoes or Rice
• Macaroni & Cheese
• Canned Fruit
• Cranberry Sauce
• Coffee or Tea Bags
• Corn Muffin Mix
• Pie Crust Mix & Pie Filling OR Cake Mix & Frosting
Please purchase items to feed a family of four
The Parish of Saint Mary provides turkeys along with the non-perishable food.We ask for monetary donations towards the purchase of turkeys HEREor- please make a check payable to “Parish of Saint Mary” and note “Thanksgiving Food Drive” in the memo section.
Please bring your donation to the Cry Room off the Church Narthex Food sort will begin at November 15 at 9 AM
SERVICE HOURS!
Two ways to serve ! No registration required!
1.) Food Donations: Up to 3 hours! One hour of service will awarded for two complete shopping lists and half-hour for each additional food list. Include name, grade, and email for each complete shopping list.
2.) Food Sort: Help sort, pack, and load food on 11/15 at 9 a.m!
Thank you for your generosity! Let’s exceed last year’s donations of 333 bags of groceries and 200 turkeys to serve the needs of our community!
TRAVELING TORCH CELEBRATION
Coming to The Parish of Saint Mary!
Our parish will host the torch from November 22 through 29!
Torches will be lit and sent forth and they will travel to the many blessed parishes of the Diocese of Trenton throughout the whole month of November. The Guadalupe Torch light will shine in the parishes as a symbol of the impassioned prayer of those who add their petitions in the Diocesan wide mission. We turn to Her in the trust that she will bring them to her Son. The Guadalupe torch light reminds us that our Lady of Guadalupe is present in these moments of prayer and advocating our requests to her Son Jesus, who we know will never deny her anything. She is the original bearer of the light of Christ, as she carried Him in her womb.
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS:
Are you looking to grow in your faith, make new friends and get involved in your Catholic community? You are invited to connect with youth ministry groups at our neighboring parishes! These vibrant communities offer great opportunities for prayer, service, and fun!
Click to learn more about a youth group at the neighboring parish of your choice:
• The Church of St. Catharine, Holmdel
• St. Gabriel’s Parish, Marlboro
• Co-Cathedral of St. Robert Bellarmine, Freehold
• Church of St. Leo the Great, Lincroft
Women’s Spiritual Group
Meets Tuesday mornings at 11 a.m. in Room 11
An Invitation to the Ladies
As we walk through the seasons of life, the opportunity to gather with fellow women for spiritual encouragement is a precious gift. We warmly invite you to join our Spiritual Group - a community for women seeking connection, support and a deeper faith.
We read from Scripture and from interesting books, with thoughtful discussions. We pray together, remembering one another's special intentions. (We often go to lunch afterwards, too!)
Come to Room 11 in the Spiritual Center at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays! Give it a try, with no obligation!
My Dear Parishioners:
Quo vadis...
Today we celebrate the Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time. In practice, probably most of us are like neither the Pharisee nor the tax collector, so both can teach us something. The Pharisee can teach us that religious practices are important but not enough. They must always be performed in humility and with the goal of deepening our relationship with God. The tax collector can teach us that God doesn’t offer salvation only to the perfect but also to those who acknowledge their sinfulness and cry out for God’s mercy. At the same time, some of us are so busy beating our breasts about our sinfulness that even this can be a form of pride. Like the tax collector, we must let God be God and receive the mercy offered. Though sinners, God exalts those who are in right relationship. Rather than focus unduly on our own sinfulness, we needto turn to God and ask for mercy.
Many thanks to all those who have assisted with our Parish celebration of Confirmation and First Holy Communion. Our Faith Formation RE Staff and Julia Cullen collaborate with Worship and Music Staff, Andrew Macirowski and Carly York to provide the best possible preparation and liturgical celebrations for our parish community. Thanks as well to those who helped with the Mass of Remembrance welcoming those who grieve the death in the past year of a loved one. The coffee and donuts team provided refreshments to our guests andparishioners.
This coming weekend, our parish welcomes families to the annual Halloween Halls with the Intergenerational Presentation and the opportunity to process through the buildings
trick or treating. There is much preparation to provide a meaningful experience for our parish children. Thanks to all those who set up atable of treats.
The Annual Report of our Stewardship was made available to all of our registered parishioners this week. I encourage you to take the time and read through it. It is important to be informed about our parish… the successes and the challenges. I am grateful to Edwin Sevillano and all those who collaborated with him to present this information.
As we approach the month of November, let us remember the All Saints and All Souls in our prayer. It is a time for us to critically reflect on the fact that we are all saints and sinners in need of healing reconciliation. Please consult another section of this bulletin for the All Saints Holy Day mass schedule, Saturday, 1 November at 4:00 PM. We will celebrate Mass at 8 AM, 10 AM & 12 Noon in the Church on Sunday, 2 November for the Commemoration of All the Holy Souls.
November is also a time for us to exercise the privilege of voting. Please allow yourself to be inconvenienced enough to learn the issues and positions of the various candidates. Let’s be mature about this privilege and vote according to our beliefs and our conscience. It takes a great deal of effort to learn about the candidates and their positions. I have been disappointed by the more than usual bias in our media, especially the local printed media. Consult as many sources as possible to form your position and thenVOTE!
Have a great week. Let us remember one another in prayer. Happy Sunday Peace. FatherJeff
November 15, 2025 9 a.m. Parish Grounds
First Prize: 2025 Volvo XC40
Second Prize: $1000 Shoprite gift card
Third Prize: $750 Shoprite gift card
Fourth Prize: $500 Shoprite gift card
Winning ticket to be drawn Nov. 21
Edwin A. Sevillano— Pastoral Associate for Temporal Administration &
CATHOLIC WOMEN OF ZION CHAPTER 1
at St. William the Abbott Church 2740 Lakewood Allenwood Road, Howell
Saturday, November 8, 2025 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Come and bring a friend!
YOU ARE INVITED TO CWOZ CHAPTER 1: The day consists of Mass, Adoration, Music by Joyful Praise, speaker, sharing, networking and prayers for healing.
Speaker: Dr. Adriane Gullotta-Gsell PhD. Dr. Adriane is a licensed psychologist and Commissioned LayzEcclesial Minister for the Diocese of Trenton. Dr. Adriane invites us to join her as she shares:” If You Could Ask God and the Blessed Mother One Question; What Would It Be?”
Admission:$25.00 Includes Box lunch; Pay at door
Reservations required by 11/4
Visit www.cwoz.org or register by phone by calling 732-475-7113 Questions? Email cwoz@cwoz.org
