25th Sunday in Ordinary Time by The Parish of Saint Mary

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

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

September22,2024

25thSundayinOrdinaryTime

Parish Office Hours

Please note our Fall/Winter office hours began on September 3rd. 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. The Parish Office will also be open Sunday October 6, 9am - 1pm

Mass Intentions for:

Saturday September 21 2024 - Sunday September 29 2024

Saturday, September 21– 4PM

Robert Ward *Carol Ward

Albert Herman * Donna and Frank Sikorskas

Kathleen Zoppi * Francine and Joseph Corcoran

Sunday, September 22–8AM

Daniel John Velba * Adele Velba

William Endlicher * Bob Endlicher John and Elizabeth

DeStefano * Franceschetti/DeStefano Family

10AM

Pro Populo

Philip Andrews * Carmel & Peter Vickers

Carol Bongiovi * Joe & Jennifer Bongiovi

12PM

Frank Pompilii * Sessa Family

Francesca Distefano * Paola DiNapoli

Maria Ruiz * Diffley Family

Monday, September 23 - 9AM

Rose Lunz * Maureen Beyer

Tuesday, September 24 - 9AM

Elizabeth Joyce * Joyce Family

Maria Pellicone * Mom and Dad

Wednesday, September 25- 9AM

Darrell Peckinpaugh * Jane Slattery

Nerio Dapul * Drs. Gener and Elvira Dapul

Thursday, September 26- 9AM

Mary Coppola * Jack and Rorie Coppola

Libero (Sam) Barbara * Parker Family

Friday, September 27- 9AM

Carlo Amato * Peter and Grace Randazzo

Saturday, September 28- 4PM

Susan Duffy Schatzle * Jim Schatzle & Family

Robert Paul Ward * Family

Msgr. Robert Paul Egan * Family

Sunday September 29 - 8AM

DeStefano/Albruno Families * Mr. and Mrs. Franceschetti

Barwick and Ganley Families * Alice Ganley and Family

Thomas Helmacy * Jane Slattery

10AM

Bill O'Doherty * Freda O'Doherty

Angela Duenas * Michael Duenas - son

Michael Capardi * Capardi Family

12PM

Pro Populo

Stella Culosi * Nick and JoAnn Pellicone

Darryl Turkaly * Ann Marie & Vincent Vita

2025

Mass Intention Requests Requests can be made in person by stopping at the parish office, or online HERE. Suggested stipend is $10.

The 2025 Mass Intention Book will open on Sunday October 6, 2024

For date specific Mass Intentions within the 2025 year.

Parish Office dates for receiving requests: Sunday, October 6, 9 am to 1 pm (Online requests will also open at 9am) Monday, October 7, 9 am to 2 pm Tuesday, October 8, 2 pm to 7 pm

Requests will be time & date stamped when received to provide order of entry into the book. Submit your requests online click here or by printing and filling out our PDF click here

Availability of dates is on a first come, first served basis. Please be sure to have several options for your desired dates so that we can accommodate you properly. Make sure to choose a combination of Sunday and weekday masses for your intentions. Christmas, Easter and the Sacred Triduum are not available for intentions. The suggested stipend for a Mass Intention is $10.00 and has been set by the N.J. Bishops in the Province of Newark. Stipends are to be paid at the time of submitting your request by cash, check. or credit card. If you need assistance, please contact the Parish Office at (732) 780-2666.

Lifelong Catechesis - Week

of September 22– September 28

FOR DEEPER REFLECTION:

READINGS FOR THE WEEK:

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Wis 2:12, 17-20/Jas 3:16 4:3/Mk 9:30-37

MONDAY September 23

Prv 3:27-34/Lk 8:16-18

TUESDAY September 24

Prv 21:1-6, 10-13/Lk 8:19-21

WEDNESDAY September 25

Prv 30:5-9/Lk 9:1-6

THURSDAY September 26

Eccl 1:2-11/Lk 9:7-9

FRIDAY September 27

Eccl 3:1-11/Lk 9:18-22

SATURDAY September 28

Eccl 11:9 12:8/Lk 9:43b-45

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

Col. John Anthony Coppola, US Army

TSgt Stephen Witherow, USAF

LCpl Edward Zarzecki, USMC

Question for Children: What are some specific ways in which you can serve your friends or family members?

Question for Youth: Sometimes, when we strive to be first or be the one that wins, we hurt others. When has striving to be first hurt others? What can you do differently in the future to help others to succeed?

Question for Adults: Is the role of being a servant for others easy or difficult for you to embrace?

Life Long Catechesis

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

Pleaseprayforthefollowingmembersofourparishcommunitywhoareill:

Lori Lettieri

Lauren vinci

Jack Coppola

Kaitlin Donahue Nagle

TOM JACOBSON

Dawn Reinhardt

Gerard Thompson

Rose walch

Joyce daniel

Robert a . monaco, md

Jeff McBride

Owen Shoemaker

Peter Vickers

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

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

Worship@stmaryscoltsneck.org Music@stmaryscoltsneck.org Worship & Music

St. Padre Pio was born Francesco Forgione, on May 25, 1887, in Pietrelcina, Italy. His parents were peasant farmers. He served as an altar boy at his local parish. From a young age, Francisco had a peculiar ability: he believed he could see and speak with angels.

At the age of 15, Francisco entered the novitiate of the Capuchin friars at Morcone. He took the name of "Pio" in honor of Pope Pius I, whose relic he often saw at his local chapel. At the age of 17, Brother Pio became extremely ill and could only digest milk and cheese. He was sent to the mountain for better air, and when this did not work, he was sent home to his family. Amid all this, he continued to study for the priesthood, and was ordained in 1910.

On September 20 1915, Padre Pio was hearing confessions when he felt pain in his hands and feet. He noticed the stigmata, the wounds of Christ, appearing on his hands and feet. The experience was painful. Bleeding occurred. The wounds smelled of roses, and although they continued to weep, they never became infected. Doctors who later examined the stigmata were amazed at their perfectly round shape. By 1919, word began to spread about Padre Pio's stigmata and people came from far away to examine him. Padre Pio became popular with the people he encountered and soon began to attribute supernatural occurrences to him. For example, he was said to levitate, and able to perform miracles.

Padre Pio became internationally famous. He was known for his piety, charity and the quality of his preaching. He famously advised, "Pray, hope and don't worry."

Padre Pio died on September 23, 1968. His funeral was attended by over 100,000 people. He was beatified by Pope Saint John Paul II in 2002. His feast day is September 23. He is the patron of civil defense volunteers, adolescents, and the village of Pietrelcina.

Please join for…. Coffee & Donuts

Sunday, 29 September 2024 - after 10:00 AM mass

This is a great opportunity to meet fellow parishioners and catch up with those whom you already know. Let’s take advantage of this time and share a special moment with your Saint Mary family! Please contact the parish office to join the hospitality team

Saturday, 28 4 PM

Ministry Schedule: 26thSunday in Ordinary Time September 28 & 29

Alex Gruenling Anthony Gruenling Carly York

Jennifer Stubbs

Sunday, 29 8 AM

Sunday, 29 10 AM

Alexander Lennon (SUB REQ) Sophia Lennon (SUB REQ)

Bridgett Farrow

Mary Ellen Griffin (SUB REQ)

Charles Young Annette Raynor

OH - Louise Habrack

TH - Susan Murphy

TH - Dawn Reinhardt

ALT - Monica Barr

OH - Mary Aiello

TH - Joyce Flynn

TH - Justine Buzzetta

ALT - Marsha Grigoli

OH - Winifred O’Doherty

Chloe Cullin NOT FILLED Carly York

Steve Rumbsy Barbara Schaflin

Sunday, 29 12 PM

Jack Schatzle NOT FILLED Carly York

TWENTYFITHSUNDAYIN

ORDINARYTIME

Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, while we are placed among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. (LectionaryPage.net)

Baptismal Preparation Session

St Mary Parish is offering our next Baptismal Preparation Session on: SUNDAY, October 6, 2024 at 1:00 PM Pre-registration isrequired aweekinadvance. Contact Us

Paul Tonacci Richard Gerbino

TH - Gregory Calderaro

TH - Amy Orrico

ALT - Maureen Geiger

OH - Lee Gesner

TH - Tom Nathanson (Sub Req)

TH - Emily Santangelo (Sub Req)

ALT - Patricia Gesner

Welcome the newest member of our Saint Mary Parish family Who was recently Baptized: Violet Grace Vidolin

GROTTO CANDLES

The Grotto Candles are available for your prayer intentions. Offering is $3.00 per candle.

Faith Formation

Julia Cullen - Pastoral Coordinator of Faith Formation / Religion Ed

ReligiousEd@stmaryscoltsneck.org 732-780-2666 X 309

Religious Education Calendar

12 October 2024

22, 24 September 2024

Confirmation Prep Class

22 September 2024 Fall Movie Day Intergenerational beginning at 12 PM mass SIGN UP HERE

29 September 2024

First Holy Communion rehearsal / retreat beginning at 12 PM mass

6 October 2024

First Holy Communion 10 AM mass

6 October 2024

First Holy Communion Rehearsal / retreat beginning at 12 PM mass

Confirmation (9th graders) Rehearsal at the 4 PM mass

13 October 2024 First Holy Communion 10 AM mass

13 October 2024

First Holy Communion Rehearsal / retreat beginning at 12 PM mass

18 October 2024

Confirmation will be celebrated at 4 PM sharp

20 October 2024

First Holy Communion 12 PM mass

26 October 2024 Halloween Halls

Beginning at 4PM mass & then Madonna Hall

This year’s Confirmand and their parents or sponsor spent some time in retreat this past Sunday. Collen Kelly- Rayner, of CKR retreats led them in faith and prayer to help deepen their understanding and strengthen their relationship with God and the Catholic faith. Please keep this year’s Confirmand in your prayers.

Religious Education has officially begun for Fall grades 1-8 and we are off to a great start! We are blessed again this year to have such engaged and committed catechists as well as assistants to help form these young hearts and souls.

IMPORTANT RELIGIOUS ED LINKS 2024 - 2025 • 2024 - 2025 RE Calendar grades 1-8

24/25 Fall RE Calendar grades 1-6

Parent - Student 24/25 Handbook

List

Recording

Attendance Link

Three new Faith studies starting on October

Journey of Personal Growth in Faith

Come learn something new about the amazing riches of our Catholic faith or dig deeper into your own faith. Meet other parishioners over a cup of coffee and Faith study. PARENTS, consider joining to recharge or reignite your faith journey and bring it home to you family!

Walking with Purpose is a series designed specifically for women. Whether you’re a mom, wife, or simply seeking a deeper connection, "Walking with Purpose" link everyday challenges to the solutions given to us in the teaching of Christ and the Catholic Church. Morning study. For more information see page 9

Miracle of the Lord JESUS CHRIST

Raising the dead, calming the storm, healing the sick – miracles performed by Jesus Christ were marveled at by the multitudes. Unfortunately, most in the masses followed Jesus for what He could do rather than who he was. But aside from seeing the power of God in action, what was the purpose of Christ’s miracles?

In this compelling book, Evangelist Jimmy Swaggart presents the evidence left behind by each miraculous event –faith in the Lord Jesus Christ

MORNING SESSION:

Beginning October 2

Wednesdays 10 am – 11:30 am, Room 17

Pillar I: The Creed Do You Really

“

Believe?

”

You say you “believe” every Sunday as you recite the Creed. But do you know what you’re saying you “believe” in? Do the truths of the faith listed in the Creed really permeate your life? Learn how these ancient truths contain the promise of peace, joy and happiness for our lives.

Pillar I: The Creed is a 12-Part program that will launch you on an amazing journey through the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Don’t miss this opportunity to take part in a compelling and inspiring learning experience that is sure to draw you closer to Christ through a deeper understanding of the teachings of His Church.

EVENING SESSION:

Beginning 0ctober 1

Tuesdays at 7:00pm in Room 17

SomePictures From the Martha Mary Guild Annual Clothing Sale!

Looking forward to your generous contributions of time, effort and items next year around Labor Day

Tickets are being sold through November 11th at the parish office. 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 11th for $10 each in the Parish Office.

The prizes this year are:

1st Prize 2025 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.

Quo vadis...

A message from Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M.

It has become almost normative these days for political candidates of every stripe to end their speeches at campaign appearances, town halls or rallies with some form of the expression “God bless you and/or God bless the United States of America.” Perhaps you, too, have noticed its appearance more frequently than in the past. I actually wait for it now while watching television broadcasts of these events, especially in this election year.

Certainly, it is an admirable sentiment with which to conclude their comments, since phrases like “In God we trust,” one nation under God,” “endowed by their Creator,” “so help me God” have long been an important part of the American vernacular throughout history.

Is it a prayer, a religious wish or “just something to say” to audiences in a country founded upon Judeo-Christian principles? I regularly wonder about it, especially when the speech that precedes it contains elements that advocate policies or positions that hardly seem reflective or consistent with our divine origins, the goodness of God or the religious faith of any and all believers, not even to mention the tone and tenor of some remarks that lack basic civility.

I guess it is better to acknowledge God and conclude remarks asking for his blessing on our nation than not.

We are once again in an election year anticipating the exercise of one of the most basic rights and responsibilities of an American citizen: the right and responsibility to vote. Regardless of which candidate or political party we support or endorse, the right to vote lies at the heart of our democracy. The free exercise of something so important should by its very nature be preceded by very careful thought and scrutiny. That goes for every citizen, whether they are believers in God or not.

Let me share a few thoughts on the exercise of voting by believers, Catholics in particular, in the enterprise of what the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops refers to as “faithful citizenship.”

Our Holy Father Pope Francis has written, “Everything, including political life, belongs to Jesus Christ, and so participation in political life belongs to the mission of the Church (apostolic exhortation Evangelii Gaudium, 181, November 24, 2013).”

The Pope is not directing the Church and its pastors to tell Catholics “how” to vote but, rather, he is identifying and

placing the responsibility to participate in political life into the arena of the Church’s mission.

The Church is called to proclaim the Gospel and to educate baptized Catholics about the truth of its social and moral teachings, especially as they impact the common good. In this way, the Church’s mission includes through all means at its disposal helping Catholics form their consciences in

“The Church does not wish to exercise political power or eliminate the freedom of opinion of Catholics regarding contingent questions. Instead, it intends as its proper function to instruct and illuminate the consciences of the faithful, particularly those involved in political life, so that their actions may always serve the integral promotion of the human person and the common good (Dicastery formerly “Congregation” for the Doctrine of the Faith, “Doctrinal Note on Some Questions Regarding the Participation of Catholics in Political Life”, 6, May 24, 2002).”

In 2007, the USCCB issued its first teaching document on Catholics engaging in political life entitled “Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship” (FCFC), updated every four years, usually before a presidential election. The most recent Introductory “Note” for the document was approved by the

The USCCB document is intended as a guide for American Catholics on political responsibility, and how to participate in public life in a way that is consistent with the mission of Jesus Christ and the Church. It applies Catholic social and moral principles and teachings to a range of issues and warns against using the idea of "conscience" to justify choices that advance personal, ideological, or partisan political interests contrary to those principles and the Catholic social and moral teachings they advance.

The following commentary identifies some of those social and moral issues referenced in FCFC to guide our conscience formation.

1. Issues that directly affect human life

Every human life is sacred, from conception to natural death. That has been and remains firm Catholic moral teaching based upon sound human reasoning and is, therefore, our most basic principle as Catholics. FCFC asserts that “The threat of abortion remains our preeminent priority because it directly attacks life itself, because it takes place within the sanctuary of the family, and because of the number of lives destroyed.”

At the same time, we cannot dismiss or ignore other serious threats that impact human life and dignity such as racism, the environmental crisis, poverty, the death penalty and so forth. Our efforts to protect the unborn remain as important as ever, for just as the Supreme Court has given greater latitude for state laws regarding abortion, state legislators have passed statutes not only keeping abortion legal through all nine months of pregnancy but opening the door to infanticide.

Additionally, abortion contaminates many other important life issues by being inserted into legislation regarding euthanasia and assisted suicide, embryonic stem cell research, health care for the poor and health care reform in general (“Introductory Letter,” FCFC). The Catholic Church teaches

2. Religious liberty

The United States Constitution protects religious liberty in its First Amendment. It includes not only our freedom to worship but also our freedom to believe in and practice our faith as Americans … or not to believe! The Church teaches that every effort should be made to preserve and support religious liberty. Individuals and communities of faith should not be subject to religious persecution, here or anywhere in the world, because of their faith.

3. Traditional marriage and family life

There has been and continues to be a growing movement in our country to “redefine marriage.” The Church teaches that the faithful union of one man and one woman is the foundation of the family and, as an essential core element of a flourishing society and Church, traditional marriage and family life must be protected and preserved.

4. The disparity between rich and poor

Most of the world’s resources are in the hands of a small percentage of its population. In the United States, federal budgets have moral implications and should prioritize the poorest and most vulnerable among us. Unemployment, homelessness and inadequate housing are evident throughout our nation, especially in major population centers, and need to be confronted and addressed to ensure economic justice for all.

5. Immigration reform

Despite their legal status, undocumented persons in the United States deserve respect and human compassion. There has been and remains an ongoing immigration problem in our country that requires a humane solution by our elected government leaders.

6. Racism and inequality

The Declaration of Independence affirms that “all men are created equal” and “are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” The Church opposes all oppression

and all injustice. The elimination of racism, bigotry, discrimination and inequality is a goal that needs to be achieved in our lifetimes.

7. Violence, hatred and crime

Society has a duty to protect and defend its members against violence, hatred and crime. “Violence cannot be overcome by violence. Violence is overcome by peace! By peace, by working with dignity to help your homeland move forward (Pope Francis, “Remarks” at Phoenix Center, Bethlehem, May 26, 2014).”

8. Protection of the Environment

Pope Francis has declared stewardship of the earth, our “common home,” a contemporary moral imperative. “Never have we so hurt and mistreated our common home as we have in the last 200 years ... We are not God. The earth was here before us and was given to us ... The idea of unlimited growth, which proves so attractive to economists, financiers and experts in technology … is based on the lie that there is an infinite supply of the earth’s goods, and leads to the planets being squeezed dry at every limit ... Yet all is not lost. Human beings, while capable of the worst, are also capable of rising above themselves, choosing again what is good and making a new start (Pope Francis, encyclical “Laudato Si’: Care for Our Common Home,” 53; 67; 106; 205, May 24, 2015). Progress in protecting the environment lies in our hands but especially in the hands of those who govern us.

The preceding topics do not represent an exhaustive list of the social and moral issues of major concern to the Catholic Church in our country, clergy and lay faithful alike. War and peace, international relations, human trafficking, drug abuse, educational choice, health care reform, use of print, broadcast and electronic media,

As American Catholics, we look to the Church and its official teachers for clear, careful and consistent presentation and application of principles that undergird, support and protect our Catholic social and moral teachings so that the common good, truth, justice and peace are enhanced, preserved and advanced in American society. We should not expect bishops, ordained clergy or other Church leaders to tell us for whom or against whom to vote. In fact, they should not. As American Catholics, we should look to the Church’s teachings to help form our consciences for the exercise of faithful citizenship. I recommend the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the USCCB’s documents referenced herein as excellent resources for that purpose.

May God bless the United States of America!

Temporal Admin., Stewardship & Outreach

Sharing Our Treasure Sept, 15 2024 –Twenty Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Edwin A. SevillanoTemporalAdmin@stmaryscoltsneck.org

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

# Registered Parishioner Households 934

"Those who are well do not need a physician, but the sick do. Go and learn the meaning of the words, I desire

mercy, not sacrifice. I did not come to call the righteous but sinners."

Mt 9:13

Corporate Matching

Several firms and corporations offer matching gift programs to benefit religious organizations, charities and other nonprofits to promote philanthropy amongst their employees. St Mary Parish is a registered charitable organization with the IRS and is also listed in GuideStar which is required by some of the corporate matching gift programs. Please consult with your employer to sign up for their matching gift program. If you have any question or need help signing St Mary Parish for corporate matched contributions, please contactEdwinattheParishOffice,732-780-2666x312. Thankyouforyoursupport!

Please remember the Parish of Saint Mary in your will.. By naming St. Mary in your will or trust, you will provide a lasting gift that will greatly help St. Mary and our parishioners.

Thank you for your consideration.

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 Connect Now Giving App for Android or iOS.Thank you for your continuous support!

As of September 16 2024

Goal: $75,000 Pledged: $ 92,476.00 % of goal: 123% # donors: 227 Average gifts: $ 346.35 Total gifts: 267 Paid to date: $ 88,909.00

THANK YOU ! For all your efforts in supporting the Annual Catholic Appeal! Please continue to make your pledge payments so that our parish can receive the maximum rebate. If you haven't made a pledge yet please go to www.dioceseoftrenton.org/catholicappeal to send your gift electronically. Make sure to select St. Mary Catholic Church, Colts Neck in the Parish Affiliation box so we can receive credit for your gift.

Thank you for your prayers and support.

The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius are a core offering at Francis House which deepen your capacity for prayer and intimacy with God, free you from attachments, clarify your purpose and teach discernment of spirits, the art of finding God in all things. Below are our 3 ways:

IN-PERSON OR ZOOM MONTHLY SPIRITUAL EXERCISES

10 Wednesdays 3:00 – 4:30 PM

September 11 February 5

October 9 March 5

November 6 April 2

December 4 April 16

January 8 May 7

Please give yourself the gift of this retreat that invites you to pray with Scriptures each day using the format of the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. We will use The Jesus Way: Practicing the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises, by Karen Keen and The Gift of Spiritual Intimacy by Monty Williams, SJ. Donation: $200

34 WEEKLY ZOOM MEETINGS SPIRITUAL EXERCISES OF ST. IGNATIUS

34 Tuesdays 3:00 – 4:30 PM

September 17 – May 27

On Zoom to alleviate travel each week. In this full version, we will experience the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius which corresponds to a 30-day retreat at a retreat house. You are committing to one hour of prayer every day and a weekly meeting. We will use The Jesus Way: Practicing the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises, by Karen Keen and The Gift of Spiritual Intimacy by Monty Williams, SJ. Donation: $450

EVENING ZOOM SERIES THE SPIRITUAL EXERCISES MADE EASY

10 Wednesdays 7:00 – 8:30 PM