September 17, 2023 - 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time

24th Sunday in Ordinary Time

The parish of saint Mary

A Catholic Community Proclaiming the Greatness of God in our Time OnePhalanxRoad,ColtsNeck,NJ07722 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

Parish Trustees: Annette Raynor & Roger Zurro

September 17, 2023

PARISH OFFICE

Please note our Fall/Winter office hours have begun on September 5. On Tuesday’s, the Parish Office will open at 2:00 pm and close at 7:30 pm. There will be no morning hours on Tuesday’s. Any questions, please call the office at (732)-780-2666.

NEW TO COLTS NECK? Join Saint Mary Parish!

We welcome you and invite you to register as parishioners of St Mary!

Please find our registration guidelines in our website under About Us/New Parishioners.

Worship schedule inside. Refer to website for more detailed information www.stmaryscoltsneck.org

Mass Intentions for:

Saturday September 16 - Sunday, September 24 2023

Saturday, September 16 – 4 PM Church

Paul Sharkey * Verga Family

Robert Ward * Carol Ward

Frank Donahue * Diane Carnevale

Sunday, September 17 – Church

8 AM Pro Populo

Neil Slattery * Martha Mary Guild

Joyce Marino * Roseann Noto

10 AM

Donna Battaglia * Larry and Felicia Battaglia

Albert Herman * Linda Fredda

Daisy De los Santos * Bill and Ginny La Morte

12 PM

Rev. Fr. Thomas Triggs * Rev. Fr. Jeffrey E. Lee, Staff and Parishioners

Kathleen Walsh * Heyer Family

Christopher F. Gerhard & Madison Gerhard* Ron and Maria Gerhard and Family

Monday, September 18 – 9 AM Chapel

Nancy Bocanegra * Maria Yaninas

Vincent J. Salvo * Mr. and Mrs. R. Longobardi

Tuesday, September 19 – 9 AM Chapel

Walter Manning * Mary and Bill Klein

Wednesday, September 20 – 9 AM Chapel

Robert Ward * Eileen Ryan

Kathleen Zoppi * Francine and Joseph Corcoran

Sanctuary Lamp Church: Benjamin Retacco

Requested by St. Mary Friends

Consider offering a Sanctuary Lamp that burns in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament in our Church or Chapel in memory of a deceased loved one or in honor of a living person (for birthdays, anniversaries, sickness, etc.). One intention is accepted per week

(Sunday to Saturday) for the Lamp. Requests can be made online HERE for the remainder of 2023 and for 2024.

Available lamps are displayed in GREEN at the beginning of each week on Sundays. Requests for Sanctuary Lamp can also be made at the Parish Office during regular business hours.

The suggested donation is $25.

Thursday, September 21 – 9 AM Chapel

Portia Ruth DeCandia * Peg and Tom Parkes

Robert Simpson * Tom and Angela Kinlin

Friday, September 22 – 9 AM Chapel

Paolo Ilardi * Tagliavia Family

John Webster * Anna Marie and Vincent Vita

Saturday, September 23 – 4 PM Church

Joseph Turkovic * Nick and Elizabeth Turkovic

Stanley Drusdow * Rorie and Jack Coppola

Joao A. Nascimento * Angelo and Marsha Grigoli

Sunday, September 24 – Church

8 AM

DeStefano/Albruno Families * Mr. and Mrs. M.

Franceschetti

Michael Seaman * Michele and Frank Bilotti

Kathleen Manns * Jane Slattery

10 AM Pro Populo

Emma Dapul * Drs. Gener and Elvira Dapul

Lawrence Duffy * Catherine Love and Bob Endlicher

12 PM

Dr. Donald McCord * Richard and Maria Gerbino

Maria Pellicone * Mom and Dad

Madison Gerhard * Walter Friedauer

Mass Intention Requests

Our2024MassBookisnow openforintentionrequests throughouttheyearfordaily andSundayMasses. Requestscanbemade onlineHERE.Youcannavigatethroughthe calendarandfinddatesthatareavailablefor intentionsinGREEN.Ifyouprefer,youcanfill outarequestforminpaperby printingTHISDOCUMENT.Pleasereturnthe formalongwithpaymentfor intentionsofferedtotheparishoffice. TheMassIntentionstipendis$10.00andhas beensetbytheNJBishopsinthe ProvinceofNewark.

Lifelong Catechesis - Week of September 17th to September 23rd

READINGS FOR THE WEEK:

17 Sunday: TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Sir 27:30 28:7/Rom 14:7-9/Mt 18:21-35

18 Monday: 1 Tm 2:1-8/Lk 7:1-10

19 Tuesday: 1 Tm 3:1-13/Lk 7:11-17 [St. Januarius, Bishop]

20 Wednesday: 1 Tm 3:14-16/Lk 7:31-35 [Sts. Andrew

Kim Tae-gŏn, Priest, and Paul Chŏng Ha-sang, Martyrs

21 Thursday: Eph 4:1-7, 11-13/Mt 9:9-13 [St. Matthew, Apostle]

22 Friday: 1 Tm 6:2c-12/Lk 8:1-3

23 Saturday: 1 Tm 6:13-16/Lk 8:4-15 [St. Pius of Pietrelcina]

FOR DEEPER REFLECTION:

Question for Children: Jesus says we should forgive from our heart. When did you ask forgiveness of someone you hurt? How did you feel?

Question for Youth: Jesus challenges us to forgive. Who needs your forgiveness? From whom do you need to ask forgiveness?

Question for Adults: Jesus tells us to forgive seventy times seven, which means always and forever. Name a time this past week when you forgave someone. Name, too, a time when you accepted another person’s forgiveness.

Pleaseprayforthefollowingmembersofourparishcommunitywhoareill:

John BARONE ~

Fr Bill Bausch ~

Francis Patrick Albano

Jack Coppola ~

Bill Donahue ~

Kekoa Xael

Toaddorremoveafamilymemberfromthesicklistpleasee-mailONLYparishbulletin@stmaryscoltsneck.org Please,also,keepusupdatedonyourlovedone’shealth. Nameswillberemovedfromthelistafter3months. ThankyouforkeepingourParishinformed.

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

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

Worship & Music

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

Worship@stmaryscoltsneck.org

SaintMatthew,ApostleandEvangelist

Music@stmaryscoltsneck.org

In biblical times, tax collectors were notorious for being dishonest, greedy individuals. They would often exploit taxpayers by exacting more than was required and keeping the excess to line their own pockets. Some, like Matthew, were Jewish citizens working for the occupying Roman force, and thus were despised by their fellow Jews. But Matthew gives us a strong example of faith. When Jesus first encountered Matthew, he said “Follow me.” Matthew’s response was one of immediate obedience – like the fishermen, he dropped everythingtofollowJesus.

The Gospel according to Matthew was written for a “Christianized” Jewish audience,Jewswhoknewthelawandtheprophets,butwerealsofollowersofJesus. Thus Matthew’s writing employs continuity with Hebrew tradition and the Old Testamentconsistently teaching that Jesus was the fulfillment of the Old Testament promises. One such example is in the infancy narrative, he mentionsthatJesus’birthtookplacetofulfilltheprophecyforetoldbyIsaiah.

“All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: ‘Behold, the virgin shall be with child and bear a son, and they shall name him Emmanuel,’ which means ‘God is with us.’” (Matthew 1:22-23)

SaintMatthewisthepatronofbookkeepersandbankers. HisfeastdayisSeptember21.

The Martha Mary Guild will have a presentation at our meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 11.

The presentation by Jamie Novak will be virtual. She was a very fascinating speaker at our meeting a few years ago. Jamie gives many hints on how to reduce clutter, a problem most of us secretly have, and the title of her presentation is "Whether it has to do with filing, too much stuff - how do we declutter what's around us?" She not only gives worthwhile suggestions, but she is also quite humorous. This promises to be a fun meeting!!

Another important aspect of the October meeting is the induction of new members. Come and make them feel welcomed. The rosary will be prayed on in the former chapel at 11:30 AM, followed by BYOL (Bring Your Own Lunch), with refreshments supplied by the Guild. The program will commence around noon. All ladies of St. Mary's and our Cohort parishes are cordially invited.

Saturday 5PM

Ministry Schedule: 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time

September 23 & 24

Altar Server Cantor Reader 1 Reader 2 EMHC

Alex Gruenling & Anthony Gruenling

Marybeth Jacobson

Paul Tonacci

Mary Ellen Griffin

OH - Elvira Dapul

TH - Louise Habrack

TH - Irene Weller

ALT - Susan Murphy

OH - Joyce Flynn

Sunday 8AM 1 SERVER NEEDED Carly York Joseph Ventura

Annette Raynor

TH - Lisa Aldridge

TH - Jane Slattery

ALT - Marsha Grigoli

OH - Winifred O’Doherty

Sunday 10AM Tesya Yaninas & Chloe Cullen Carly York Matt Yaninas

Sunday 12PM

Jonathan Stubbs & Gonzalo Sevillano

Carly York

Speak with a Priest

Richard Gerbino

 Struggling with a life event and in need of spiritual assistance?

 Want to celebrate the Sacrament of Penance outside the normal Confession times?

 Trying to find your way back to engagement with the Church?

 Discerning vocation?

 Looking to complete your Sacraments of Initiation and wish to chat about the journey?

St Mary is offering the 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

Julia Cullen

Jennifer Stubbs

TH - Steve Stanley

TH - Sue Fitzpatrick

ALT - Maureen Geiger

LWD– NEEDED

OH - Emily Santangelo

TH - NEEDED

TH - NEEDED

ALT - Monica Barr

John Chrysostom, Bishop and Doctor, c. 347-407

Born the son of an imperial military officer, John studied rhetoric and theology under the best Roman scholars before converting to Christianity in 369. John preferred the simple life of a monk, and in 374, he became a hermit under the guidance of Saint Basil.

The austere life undermined his health, however, and he was forced to return home. John became a deacon in 381 and was ordained in 386 by the bishop of Antioch, whom he served for the next twelve years. It was during this time that his reputation for preaching began toRead More HERE.

Faith Formation

Julia CullenPastoral Coordinator of Faith Formation / Religion Education

ReligiousEd@stmaryscoltsneck.org

732-780-2666 X 309

Religious Education classes begin virtually and on campus this week for our Fall RE students in grades 1-8. We pray for them as they continue to grow in their faith. Moreover, we are still looking for student and parent class helpers; service hrs. will be awarded to students. If interested, sign up HERE.

We are also excited to announce that we officially started prepping for our annual Halloween Halls International. Please see the informational box below.

Rose FarrowCoordinator of Faith Formation / Youth & Adult Catechesis

YouthRE@stmaryscoltsneck.org

732-780-2666 X 310

Faith Formation Calendar

17 September 2023

Confirmation Retreat Beginning at the 10 AM Mass AND Confirmation Prep-Class via Google Classroom

18 September 2023

Confirmation Prep-Class in-person

19 & 20 September 2023

First RE Class Grades 1-6

4:50 PM - 6 PM [Campus]

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

8 October 2023

10 AM Mass

First Holy Communion

14 October 2023

Confirmation Practice

15 October 2023

10 AM Mass

First Holy Communion

20 October 2023

Sacrament of Confirmation

22 October 2023

12 PM mass

First Holy Communion

IMPORTANT RELIGIOUS ED LINKS

[2023 - 2024]

• Fall RE Schedule

• 2023 - 2024 RE Calendar

• Parent - Student Handbook

• Intergenerational List

• Intergenerational Digital Recording Sheet

Intergenerational Event:

Date: October 28, 2023

Decorating a room?? Click HERE.

Otherwise, RSVP by clicking HERE.

September 13, Martha Mary Guild invited Julia Cullen, Pastoral Coordinator of Faith Formation and Rose Farrow, Coordinator of Faith Formation for Youth and Adult Catechesis, to speak on the Eucharist Revival! The ladies informed the Guild of the programs they could get involved with, such as the Revival Spark Series day prayer series aimed toward experiencing an encounter with Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. Find other opportunities using the QR Code above.

We have an Exciting year ahead leading up to the National Eucharistic Congress! Come be apart of the Revival Team at the Parish of St. Mary. SIGN UP today HERE.

Are you curious or thinking of becoming Catholic?

We are here and ready to share the richness of our faith with you. If you’ve been looking everywhere for answers, and still haven’t found them, we invite you to find out what the Catholic Church offers. RCIA is a comprehensive process, in which the Church supports and encourages the spiritual journeys of:

•those who are unbaptized and seeking to become Catholic

•those who are baptized, Catholic or in another Christian denomination, who wish to complete their Sacraments of Initiation (First Eucharist and Confirmation).

For more information contact:

Rosemarie Farrow (732)780-2666 x310

YouthRE@stmaryscoltsneck.org

We are here to meet you wherever you are on your faith journey!

Come hang out with other Youth Ministers and aspiring Youth Ministers at the FALL 2023 County gatherings!

Gathering Dates:

Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at 6:30pm (Location TBA)

Thursday, October 19, 2023 at 6:30pm (Location TBA)

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 6:30pm (Location TBA)

Quick! RSVP HERE online.

A Successful Return of the Clothing Sale

The Martha Mary Guild sincerely thanks everyone who was involved with this year’s Clothing Sale - from contributors, to purchasers, to volunteers. It was wonderful to have help from our parish youth and their parents, parish men, Adria (our wonderful custodian) and of course, our own Guild members It's working together like this that makes a parish vital!

The proceeds will benefit our Parish and many charitable organizations, as was published in the Bulletin a few weeks ago. Such organizations also "reaped the harvest" by our donation of all the unsold quality items. Here is a list of them:

• Birthright Clara's Closet -Red Bank & Shrewsbury

• Lunch Break Hire Attire

• Paul's Place - Keansburg

• Meet the Need - Freehold

• Catholic Charities

Welcome to the newest members of our Saint Mary Parish family:

GeoffreyDanielKelly VictoriaJaeMoesch

Baptismal Preparation Session

St Mary Parish is offering our next Baptismal Preparation Session on:

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1st 2023 at 1 PM

Pre-registration isrequired aweekinadvance. ContactUs

Sacrament of Baptism

Parents wishing to baptize their children must be registered parishioners of St Mary Parish. Please contact the Parish Office at 732-780-2666 x329 at least 3 months in advance of the desired date for baptism. More information can be read HERE.

Please remember in your prayers those who have recently died.

JohnJ.Messina

October 1, 2023 at the 9:00 AM Mass, Saint Dominic Parish will be dedicating their shrine to the Blessed Carlo Acutis who Bishop

O’Conell named “Diocesan Patron of Youth, especially those in Catholic Schools and Religious Education Programs.”

The 9:00 AM Mass will be in celebration of Carlo and his encounters with the Lord in the Eucharist.

Carlo is greatly known for developing a website catalogue of all Eucharist miracles throughout history as a teenager, before his passing.

Address: 250 Old Squan Rd., Brick, NJ 08724

Quo vadis for September 17. . .

MyDearParishioners:

Today we celebrate the Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. The second reading for this Sunday speaks in its own way of the paschal mystery, and also of why we forgive one another. “None of us lives for oneself” because we “live for the Lord.” Our relationship to each other is described in terms of our relationship to God. Christ’s dying and rising models for us our own dying and rising. Forgiving is dying to damaged relationships so that we might all belong to the Lord. Forgiving means God has hold of us and enables us to act in a God-like manner.

Last week the annual Convocation of Priests of the Diocese of Trenton was a great opportunity for us to be together and consider our priestly life and how we can grow as priests, and serve the People of God in our Diocese of Trenton. I am appreciative to our parish staff and the scores of volunteers who keep the day-to-day operation of our parish movingforward. Itissoawesometoseethose whohavemadethecommitmenttoassistusin the parish office as receptionists and taking on some of the regular responsibilities for managingourparishrecords.

Congratulations to the Martha Mary Guild on another very successful clothing drive. The energy and enthusiasm radiated throughout these hallowed buildings as shoppers were warmly greeted and those of very limited means were treated with tremendous dignity and respect.

Thanks to those additional volunteers who helped this year. Well done. Start setting asideitemsfornextyear!

As we begin a new catechetical year let us remember in our prayer, regularly, those from our parish who are learning about their faith, preparing for a sacrament or charged with teaching the doctrine of the Catholic Church. Thisisaveryimportantministrythatisvitalto the mission of our Catholic Church.

The formation and education of our children is the responsibility of the entire parish…we support parents in this essential role.

Maywecontinuetogenerouslyprovideforour childrenandyoungpeople. TheRCIAteamis interviewing adults who are interested in learning more about our Catholic Church. Please reach out to Rose Farrow, if you or someone you know is interested in the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharistasanadult.

There continues to be interest in the topic of Annulments among members of our parish. Father Mike and I continue to meet with couples and individuals who desire to understand how to heal from a past marriage in order to be married in our catholic church. Those interested should reach out for more information. Have a great week.

Letusrememberoneanotherinprayer. HappySunday. Peace.

FatherJeff

Temporal Admin., Stewardship & Outreach

Sharing Our Treasure

September 10, 2023 – Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Edwin A. SevillanoTemporalAdmin@stmaryscoltsneck.org

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Thanks to your generosity, the Parish has successfully given $1,000 toward the appeal for Catholic University.

Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." Matthew 6:19-21

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

Alternatively, just Text SUNDAY to (732)-889-7800 and follow the instructions to complete your offering.

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 of September 11, 2023

Goal: $75,000

Pledged: $85,235

% of goal: 114%

# donors: 223

Average gift: $339.58

Paid to date: $82,930

THANK YOU for all of your efforts in supporting the Annual Catholic Appeal!

Please continue to make your pledge payments so that our parish can receive the maximum rebate.

The proceeds of which will benefit 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 available UNTIL November 5th for $10 each in the Parish Office. The prizes this year are:

1st Prize 2024 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.

Walking With Purpose Starts Thursday, October 5th! Come As You Are! All Women Welcome!

This year’s Walking With Purpose programs are Opening Your Heart and Discovering Our Dignity. Both studies are 22-weeks long.

When In-Person Thursday mornings

Dates October 5, 2023 - April 18, 2024

Time 10am - 11:30am

Place St Mary’s Madonna Hall/Conference Rooms

Materials Program Study Guide and a Bible

Please register by clicking HERE. Registrations are requested by October 1, 2023.

Participants of Discovering Our Dignity are asked to purchase a Bible study guide prior to October 5th. It is available on the Walking With Purpose website.

Important Note: Please do not purchase the study guide for Opening Your Heart until we know that there are a sufficient amount of women registered. We will contact you as soon as we know for sure. For questions contact Anne Baker at anne.t.baker@gmail.com (732-409-1330)

2023 Bishop's Anniversary Blessing

October 8 (Ocean/Monmouth Counties)

All couples celebrating their 1st, 25th or 50th (or more) anniversary of Catholic marriage in 2023 are invited to the Bishop's Anniversary Blessing for Ocean/Monmouth County Parishes on October 8, 2023 at the Co-Cathedral of St. Robert Bellarmine in Freehold. Family and friends are encouraged to attend the Anniversary Mass followed by a happy hour family reception. If you have any questions about registration, please contact: Peg Hensler, (609)-403-7156; phensler@dioceseoftrenton.org.

REGISTER HERE

RETROUVAILLE: REDISCOVER THE LOVE IN YOUR MARRIAGE

Some couples feel lonely, frustrated, or angry in their marriage, often feeling shut off from one another. Other couples experience severe conflict and never-ending arguments. Retrouvaille offers hope for all these marriages by teaching couples to communicate in a deeper, more meaningful way, healing hurts and rebuilding trust and intimacy. No relationship is beyond help. The next program will be held October 6 - 8, 2023 at the Family Life Center in Malvern, PA. For more information, or to register, visit www.HelpOurMarriage.org or call 215-766-3944 or 800-470-2230.

All inquiries are strictly confidential.

The next (6-week) training class for telephone volunteers at CONTACT (24-hour crisis intervention hotline) will begin on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, twice a week for 6 weeks, every Tuesday & Thursday from 6:30 -9:30 P.M.

In person training will be held at St. Luke’s Church, 1674 Old Freehold Rd., Toms River. CONTACT is a free and confidential service, and has been assisting with the needs of individuals throughout the community since 1975, by providing a safe place for callers to talk about their problems with anonymity. Information and referral are provided when requested.

For additional training information, please call the CONTACT office – 732-240-6104.

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!

IGNATIAN SPIRITUALITY - FALLING IN LOVE WITH GOD

Friday, September 22 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Come and explore the spirituality of St. Ignatius who invites you to fall in love with God in a very real and practical way. Develop your awareness of how God communicates with you moment by moment, constantly pursuing you and inviting you to a deeper and deeper relationship. Falling in love with God will change you, your life, your choices, your mind and heart as you live with the joy of the Spirit. Led by Judy Principe.

Donation: $35, includes materials and lunch. Zoom: $25

THE SAYINGS OF ST. FRANCIS DE SALES

Wednesday, September 27 1:00 – 3:00 PM

Sometimes you just need a one liner to get through the day! Saint Francis de Sales is gifted in offering them to us. His words are heartfelt, easy to remember, full of humor, wisdom, and hope. If your spirit needs a lift, come to this short afternoon retreat. You will leave in peace and joy for sure! Led by S. Marcy.

Donation: $20, includes materials.

GOD’S AUTUMN REVELATIONS

Tuesday, October 3 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Dressed in its splendid colors, Autumn walks with usbestowing her wisdom and pouring longing into our hearts if only we listen. Come explore this beautiful season which is upon us, taking her lessons to heart and risking the transformation she models for us. Where does she invite you to go? What does she encourage you to leave? Whom does God, through her, hope you’ll become? Led by JoLynn Krempecki. Donation: $25, includes materials and lunch. Zoom: $20

A SIMPLE LIFE-CHANGING PRAYER

Friday, October 6 9:30 AM –1:00 PM

Examen is a daily prayer practice designed to help you notice and enjoy God's presence in your everyday life. As you grow in its daily practice you will begin to be aware of God's presence everywhere. If you would like to end every day with gratitude and hope, please come to this one-day presentation on Ignatian Examen. It's no exaggeration to say that examen changes everything. It might change things for you too! Led by S. Marcy. Donation: $25 includes lunch. Zoom: $20

A WALK IN THEIR SHOES

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Sunday, November 5, Ocean’s Harbor House is hosting their 3rd annual walk to build awareness for children and families experiencing homelessness. The 2-Mile walk will be held on Asbury Park’s Boardwalk and costs $20 per walker.

T-shirts and prizes will be available to all participants.