October 30, 2022 - Thirty-First Sunday Ordinary Time

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Saturday, October 29 - 4 PM Church Anton Kopp * Barbara Saake Robert Gammer * Donna and Frank Sikorskas

Sunday, October 30 Church

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8 AM Robert Arcoleo * Ed Brock Rev. John J. Scully * Joann and Robert Buhler Ryan Smith * Jane Slattery

10 AM Pro Populo Neil Slattery * Florence and Kevin Swan and Family

12 PM George Ruggieri * Aida Pereira Ruggieri Daisy Torres * Marta Gutierrez Special Intention * Robert Amling

Monday, October 31 9 AM Church

9 AM Paul Kopcha * Sessa Family Frank John Euvino * Christopher Monroe

7 PM Catherine Candelori * Lorraine Lee

Tuesday, November 1 9 AM Church Margaret Dedalis * Rorie and Jack Coppola Alfonso DeRosa * Barr Family

Wednesday, November 2 – 9 AM Chapel Vaughn Bigelow Jr. * Joyce and Jay Flynn Joseph M. Scalera * Jeanne and Matt Cerbone

Thursday, November 3 9 AM Chapel Armando Miclat * Felibrico Family Guy Suarez * Darryl Turkaly

Friday, November 4 9 AM Chapel Joan Maloney * Lorraine Lee Marie Canepa * ‘Rorie and Jack Coppola

Saturday, November 5 4 PM Church William Endlicher * Rorie and Jack Coppola Eileen Ladley * Providence Zumbo and Chris Zumbo Zerega Dorothy Haseman * Laura DInnocenzio

Sunday, November 6 Church 8 AM Jean Brock

Ed Brock Neil Slattery

Catherine and Bob Endlicher John J. Connolly

10 AM Billy Gabbard

Jane Slattery

Gabbard Family Special Intention

Robert Amling Daniel John Noonan

Florence and Kevin Swan & Family

12 PM Pro Populo Robert A. & Mary Joan McNamara

Please pray for the following members of our parish family

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

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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

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

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

McNamara Family Fr. Xavier Vitacolonna C.P

Richard and Maria Gerbino

LT. Jason Joseph Howe, USN

SPC Michael John Mento, US Army

TSgt Stephen Witherow, USAF LCpl Edward Zarzecki, USMC

FOR DEEPER REFLECTION:

Children: Jesus showed that he loved

having supper with him. How does Jesus show

Youth: Jesus saw Zaccheaus as he was mistakes and all. What masks, if any, do you hide behind so others won't see who you really are? Who do you trust to see your true self?

Question for Adults: Why do you suppose Jesus was so kind to Zacchaeus? What lesson do you draw from this reading regarding those who are considered "public sinners" today?

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

Worship@stmaryscoltsneck.org

Music@stmaryscoltsneck.org

All Hallow’s Eve

The vigil of All Saints’ Day, All Hallow’s Eve, or Halloween, has its roots in the older Christian traditions of holding vigils on the evening prior to a Holy Day in the Church. After a vigil service, worshipers would visit a cemetery and light candles or lay flowers in anticipation of the coming days. In some cultures, there was a belief that on this evening, the veil between the worlds of the living and the dead was weak, and people would don masks and costumes so that a departed soul would not recognize them, hence the beginnings of trick

All Saints’ Day

The Solemnity of All Saints, a Holy Day of Obligation, is the day when the church celebrates all the Saints and Martyrs, including those unknown, and honors the Church Triumphant (saints and others who have entered the Kingdom of Heaven). It is a day that reminds us of our eternal reward, and of the Saints who have lived their lives in service of the Church.

The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed

Commonly known as All Souls’ Day, The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed is a Roman Catholic feast, in which the living faithful pray for the faithful departed who have not yet attained their heavenly reward, as their souls are purified in purgatory. Masses held on this day are in memory of those who have died in the past year, and it is customary to visit the graves of loved ones following Mass, and to pray for the happy repose of their souls. Some worship communities have prayer services at cemeteries as well, with graveside blessings.

Saint of the Week:

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Kathy Maher

Organ Host Susan Murphy Tabernacle Host Irene Weller Tabernacle Host Emily Santangelo Alternate - Louise Harbrack-Swap Requested

Kevin Swan

Organ Host Jane Slattery Tabernacle Host Joseph Flanagan Tabernacle Host Gina Shute Alternate Justine Buzzetta

Julia Cullen

Richard Gerbino

Organ Host Steve Stanley Tabernacle Host Maureen Geiger Tabernacle Host Minister Needed Alternate Dawn Reinhardt

Organ Host Monica Barr Tabernacle Host Patricia Gesner Tabernacle Host Lee Gesner Alternate - Ron Gabbard-Swap Requested

Liturgy of the Word Dismissal

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Baskets Collection

For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me. . . Matthew 25:35

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 join us for this two

all

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 Coffee or Tea Bags Corn Muffin Mix Pie Crust Mix & Pie Filling OR Cake Mix & Frosting

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.

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

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Julianne

Finley

Gabriella

Sarah

Vincent

Liliana Garcia

Carolyn O’Connor

Parker Rahman

Julia Reinfurt

Katherine

Tanner

Nicholas Schibell

James Stropoli

Joseph Stropoli

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Mackenzie

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Logan Sweeney

Madelyn Wallace

Patrick Watts

Harper Willis Giancarlo Zerega

Nicholas Ziobro

My Dear Parishioners: Today we celebrate the Thirty First Sunday in Ordinary Time. Most of us don’t have to be so creative or go to the extreme of climbing a tree to encounter Jesus. However, this gospel forewarns us that we ought not be complacent in our spiritual lives. We go to Mass every Sunday and encounter Jesus; we might think this is sufficient. Zacchaeus reminds us that we must also always be willing to change and grow, be vigilant about our relationships with others, for these are barometers of our relationship with God. Creativity in seeking Jesus might mean that we are innovative in our personal prayer life rather than continually reciting the prayers we might have learned long ago. What prayers might better meet our spiritual needs now so that we can grow in our relationships? It might mean that we keep certain days of the year (perhaps the days of the Triduum or some days during Advent or our Parish Mission) as a “mini retreat” in order to diligently seek Jesus and a better relationship with him. It might mean that we don’t wait for people to come to us and ask for help but that we notice others’ needs and offer to help before they ask. In these and countless other ways we encounter Jesus-and in this salvation comes to our house, too.

Thanks to those who helped to prepare the Halloween Halls event this weekend. It is wonderful to see the children all dressed up in their costumes and enjoy the energy they bring. This event is a reminder to us of our Church’s teaching regarding the place of the Communion of Saints in our Catholic Theology. It is a beautiful image to encourage all disciples of the Jesus to become someone “extraordinary” in making a difference. As Roman Catholics we pray for all of the “Holy Souls” as a reminder of the consistent teaching of the Church regarding purgation, not as a penalty, but rather as something that flows from Christian Maturity. Let us pray for all those who have gone before us and for those who await the fullness of the Kingdom of God promised us in the Sacraments. The mass

of commemoration is a special opportunity for us to minister to those who are grieving the death of a loved one. It is also an opportunity for us to prayerfully reflect on our Church’s teaching on the Communion of Saints. Thanks to all those who serve in the Lazarus and Bereavement Ministries. The Month of November is the Month of All Saints and All Souls. I encourage you to come and pray in a special way for all of our beloved deceased. May the saints present, past and future continue to inspire all people to choose the path of conversion so as to achieve the crown of victory over sin and death.

This weekend we begin our Parish Mission 2022. This is part of our 50th Anniversary Celebration. We have invited Mr. Jon Leonetti to facilitate this time of spiritual renewal for you our parishioners. Jon will speak at each of the four masses this weekend and offer a presentation Sunday Evening, Monday Morning & Evening and Tuesday Morning and Evening.

Next week we will have the awesome privilege and responsibility to VOTE. As Americans we sometimes take this for-granted. I encourage you to be informed about the issues and the candidates. Cast your votes based on these issues and the available information concerning the candidates’ record of voting. This is a real moral obligation for us. It is not enough to blindly cast your votes without any information, knowledge or responsibility. Review the sample ballot, learn about the candidates and their position on the issues. This is our opportunity to affirm and thank those who are working to make our society a better place. Our prayerful support is extended to those candidates for public office who may be part of our parish community. Next week we will pray in a special way for All Veterans, past and present, their families and all those who support them as part of our Veterans Day Observance. May God continue to bless you. Have a great week. Let us remember one another in prayer. Peace. Father Jeff

Edwin A. Sevillano TemporalAdmin@stmaryscoltsneck.org

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732 780 2666.

Come, join the Diocese of Trenton Pilgrimage to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington DC on Saturday, November 12, 2022.

Bishop David M. O'Connell, CM invites you and your family to journey with him to this holy site. Plan now to be a part of this diocesan act of love and devotion in honor of Mary, Mother of the Church. Contact person: (Bus Captain) Rita Duenas (732) 533-7474

The

will depart from the Parish of Saint Mary at 7:30 am

Saturday, November 12, 2022

from DC after the 3:30 pm Mass.

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“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 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.

Veterans Day Program

2022, the Martha Mary Guild will

Middletown veteran Christine Goetz, a 26 year US Army veteran who served in Desert Storm.

take place on Wednesday, 9 November 2022, at the Parish of Saint Mary, One Phalanx Road, Colts Neck, NJ 07722, Madonna Hall in the Spiritual Center. Rosary will be at 11:30 am, followed by BYOL (Bring

Lunch) at 12:00 Noon.

will begin at 12:30.

Tickets are being sold through November 7th at the

New Jersey Right to Life, the state’s oldest and largest pro-life organization, dedicated to protecting all human life from conception to natural death.

Tickets are $10 each.

The prizes this year are:

1st Prize 2023 Volvo XC40 AWD SUV

2nd Prize $1,000 ShopRite Gift Card

3rd Prize $750 ShopRite Gift Card

4th Prize - $500 ShopRite Gift Card

Please show your support for LIFE by buying a raffle ticket. The cost is $10.00 per ticket.

Offerings at Francis House of Prayer

Trenton Diocesan Spiritual Center and Retreat House

84 Walnford Road • Allentown, NJ 08501 609 877 0509 or FHOP@verizon.net

Please check www.FHOP.org for registration, directions and for our other offerings!

All programs will be offered online and in person unless otherwise indicated.

In Person ONLY

OVERNIGHT RETREAT FOR WOMEN REIMAGINING LIFE, ADJUSTING TO CHANGE

November 29 30

7 PM Tuesday 4 PM Wednesday

This retreat is for women over 50 who are adjusting to change in their lives. God invites us to reimagine our lives and become aware of what brings hope and energy to this time of life. What am I passionate about now and what is true for my authentic self? God is still creating me! Donation: $100/$50 deposit with registration. Commuters are welcome, meals and workbook included.

WOMEN OF HOPE

THE FOUR WOMEN DOCTORS OF THE CHURCH

5 Thursdays 9:30 11:30 AM

In Women of Hope, Terry Polakovic introduces these four amazing women, Saints Teresa, Thérèse, Hildegard and Catherine, and describes the troubled times in which they lived and persevered. They prove by their lives that we, as Christians, can live in confident hope, no matter the circumstances in which we find ourselves. Donation: $100

WITNESSING TO GLORY

Tuesday, November 1 9:30 AM 1:00 PM

There is no one of us who can pass by this day and not be affected by its grace, for today is All Saints Day! The author of the Letter to the Hebrews tells us these saints surround us, ever witnessing God’s love for us. Spend some retreat time with the saints and invite them to fill you with hope. Donation: $25, includes lunch. Zoom $20

THE PATH TO HEALING AND FREEDOM

Friday, November 4 9:30 AM 2:00 PM

Desmond Tutu takes us on the path to healing in The Book of Forgiving: The Fourfold Path for Healing Ourselves and Our World. It’s a path to God through forgiveness, love, peace, and wholeness. He will guide us to looking at our stories, naming our hurts, move towards forgiveness, and then renew/release the relationship. Donation: $30, includes lunch. Zoom $25