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December 6, 2015
2nd Sunday of Advent
1883-2015
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for the Second Week
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Stir up our hearts, O Lord, ..
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to prepare the ways of
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Thine only-begotten Son, ..
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that through His coming we ..
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may be worthy to serve
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Thee with purified minds.
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Who livest and reignest,
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with God the Father, in the .
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unity of the Holy Ghost,
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God, world without end.
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Amen.
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Advent Wreath Prayer
Pastor:
Reverend G. Scott Shaffer
Parochial Vicars:
Reverend Carlos Aguirre
Reverend Jerome Guld
Deacon Romeo D. Aquino
Deacon Francis J. Babuschak
Deacon Robert M. Barnes
Deacon Thomas A. Genovese
Deacon Gerard Luongo
Deacon Frank J. McKenna
Deacon Patrick J. Stesner, Sr.
Deacon Michael A. Taylor
Parish Office
Hours: 9:00am - 4:30pm M-F
685 Hooper Avenue
Toms River, NJ 08753
Tel: 732-349-0018 ext. 2204
Fax: 732-286-7064
Email: [email protected]
www.stjosephtomsriver.org
Reconciliation/Confessions:
Saturday: 4:00-4:45pm
& 6:00-6:30pm
Mass Schedule
Weekdays: 7:00am & 9:00am
Saturday: 8:00am
Saturday: 5:00pm
Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:30am,
12:00noon, 5:00pm
6:30pm (Mass in Spanish) Misa en Espanol
Devotions:
Miraculous Medal & St. Jude Novenas:
Tuesday 9:00am
Holy Hour 3:00pm Sunday in the Adoration Chapel:
Intentions: 1st Sunday for Families;
2nd Sunday for Life; 3rd Sunday for Our Nation/
Country; 4th Sunday Priests/Vocations
Prayer in the Presence: 2nd Tuesday 7:30pm
Holy Days: Mass times to be announced
St. Gertrude, Island Heights (Summer Months)
Saturday 5:30pm, Sunday 9:00am
Parish Schools:
St. Joseph Grade School (SJGS)
Michele Williams, Principal, 732-349-2355
Donovan Catholic
Dr. Edward Gere, Principal, 732-349-8801
WHAT’S IN YOUR HEART?
In the gospel, John the Baptist repeats Isaiah’s prophecy about a time to come when
ground will be made level and paths straight. In biblical terms these words are
metaphors for the change that needs to happen in one’s personal life. Advent is a
good time to “prepare the way of the Lord” in your heart and mind.
In your own life what are the “valleys” that need to be filled? What is “crooked” that
you need to straighten?
WHERE WE LIVE, SERVE,
& WALK TOGETHER IN FAITH.
ST. JOSEPH’S
PAGE TWO
FROM THE PASTOR
My Dear Brothers and Sisters,
As you may already know, this Tuesday on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception the Holy Year of Mercy will begin and
carry though until next November. Our Holy Father, Pope Francis has stressed continuously and repeatedly throughout his papacy the importance of God’s mercy. We are the recipients of it,
and as such, we should also be agents of that same mercy to
those we meet. I mentioned in my letter a couple weeks ago that
we would be featuring excerpts of Bishop O’Connell’s beautiful
pastoral letter written for the Holy Year of Mercy, entitled Mercy and Truth Shall Meet. The excerpts will be included in the
bulletin periodically throughout the course of the entire year. I
hope you enjoy reading it.
The season of Advent is upon us and already, I’m sure we have
been asking ourselves, “Where does the time go so quickly?”
We never seem to have enough of it. In this year of mercy, I
share with you some thoughts from Pope Francis’ papal bull in
which he announced the convening of this year of mercy:
As we can see in Sacred Scripture, mercy is a key word that indicates God’s action towards us. He does not limit himself merely to affirming his love, but makes it visible and tangible. Love
after all, can never be just an abstraction. By its very nature, it
indicates something concrete: intentions, attitudes, and behaviors
that are shown in daily living…
In order to be capable of mercy, therefore we must first of all
dispose ourselves to listen to the Word of God. This means rediscovering the value of silence in order to meditate on the Word
that comes to us. In this way, it will be impossible to contemplate God’s mercy and adopt it as our lifestyle.
--Misericordiae Vultus 9, 13
May God bless you always.
Fr. Scott
John was called a voice and not a word, because, through
John, God . . . was planning to do something great through
human history.
–Anon. early Christian homily on Matthew
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MASS INTENTIONS
Monday, December 7
7:00 Samuel Roselli req. by her sister Marie
9:00 Joseph Babick req. by Family
Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin
Mary Vigil Masses - Holy Day of Obligation
5:00 Lorraine Bielecki req. by the Betten Family
7:00 Mass in Spanish
Jesus Aguirre req. by the Parish Family
Tuesday, December 8
Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin
Mary Masses - Holy Day of Obligation
7:00 Edward Westen req. by his Wife & Family
9:00 Hughmanic Family req. by Family
12:00 Hannah Betts req. by Family
7:00 Robert McCullion req. by the Crowe & Smith
Families
Wednesday, December 9
7:00 Joseph Estevez req. by Suzanne EstevezOliver Family
9:00 John McGough req. by George & Dolores
McCusker
Thursday, December 10
7:00 David Joseph Glynn, Jr. req. by Mary &
Lucky Bascone
9:00 Nora & Joseph Young req. by Gail & John
Stapleton
Friday, December 11
7:00 Angelina Pirillo req. by Mr. & Mrs. Antonio
Merone
9:00 Justin N. Risch req. by his Wife
Saturday, December 12
Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
8:00 Rocco DeFeo req. by Steven Gepp
5:00 Doris & Arthur Hammond & Msgr. Lawrence
Donovan req. by Bruce Hammond
6:30 Our Lady of Guadalupe - Mass in Spanish
Sunday, December 13
7:30 Catherine & Fred Pontoriero req. by Family
9:00 Geneva Stesner req. by the Parish Family
10:30 Joyce Portella req. by Elaine Roos
12:00 Walter & Mary Yachym req. by Family
5:00 Estelle Lewis req. by Family
6:30 Parishioners
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Couples planning to marry in the Church, congratulations! Don’t put off .
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making your arrangements. Call the parish office as soon as possible:
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732-349-0018 ext. 2202. And, if you are thinking of having a
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“destination wedding,” please call us first to discuss some helpful options. ..
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Congratulations to our parish newlyweds:
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Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Davan
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Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Genchi
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BANNS OF MARRIAGE
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II Banns: Mark Blonlarz & Kelly Frank
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BAPTISMS
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The Sacrament of Baptism is regularly celebrated on the 1st, 2nd and 4th .
Sundays of each month at 1:30 PM. For more information or to schedule a ..
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Baptism and Baptism Prep Class, please call 732-349-0018 x2202.
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MARRIAGES
BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS for Parents is held on the First Tuesday
of each month at 7:00 PM in the Church.
Advent Penance Services 2015
Monday, December 14 @ 7pm
St. Barnabas
Tuesday, December 15 @ 7pm
St. Joseph’s
Wednesday, December 16 @ 12pm
St. Maximilium Kolbe
Friday, December 18 @ 7pm
St. Justin
Monday,
December 21 @ 7pm
St. Luke
ST. JOSEPH’S
IN MEMORIAM
Please remember in your prayers those who have died.
And for all the deceased members of our parish, the
souls in purgatory and those who died in service of
our country, may God grant them eternal rest. Amen.
George Glawson
Mary Anne Zuhowski
MEMORIAL OPPORTUNITIES
Flowers and/or Sanctuary Candles
The Blessed Mother Votive Candle will burn
the week of December 7, 2015 - December 13, 2015
in memory of Fitzmaurice & Smith Families
requested by the Family.
The St. Joseph Votive Candle will burn the
week of December 7, 2015 - December 13, 2015 in
memory of Peggy Leonard requested by Marie
Forbes & Kathleen Weadock.
If you would like the Tabernacle Lamp or votive
candle of the Blessed Virgin Mary and St. Joseph
statues to burn in honor/memory of a loved one
for one week, please contact the parish office at
ext. 2202 to reserve. Intentions will be listed in
the bulletin.
If you would like flowers placed in front of the
altar in honor/memory of a loved one for one
week, please contact the parish office at ext. 2202.
PRIEST/CELEBRANT SCHEDULE
Subject to Change
Dec 12/13
Fr. Jerome
Fr. Jerome
Fr. Jerome
Fr. Scott
Fr. Scott
Fr. Scott
Fr. Carlos
5:00 PM
7:30 AM
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 Noon
5:00 PM
6:30 PM
Dec 19/20
Fr. Jerome
Fr. Carlos
Fr. Scott
Fr. Jerome
Fr. Jerome
Fr. Scott
Fr. Carlos
READINGS FOR MASSES THIS WEEK
SUNDAY Bar 5:1-9; Phil 1:4-6, 8-11; Lk 3:1-6 MONDAY Is 35:1-10; Lk 5:17-26 TUESDAY Gn 3:9-15, 20;
Eph 1:3-6, 11-12; Lk 1:26-38 WEDNESDAY Is 40:25-31; Mt 11:28-30 THURSDAY Is 41:13-20; Mt 11:11-15
FRIDAY Is 48:17-19; Mt 11:16-19 SATURDAY Zec 2:14-17; Lk 1:26-38
ST. JOSEPH’S
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PARISH
NEWS
The Flame of Love Prayer
Group
God wants to take us deeper into
His life. Let us respond to His
invitation as we prepare ourselves
St. Catherine of Siena
to follow Jesus. When we live in
Chapter: The Dominican
Christ, we experience the joy of
Laity
knowing God. On Monday nights
We gather at 16 Lafayette Ave. on the at 7:30pm downstairs in Room G
Second Tuesday of the month,
in the church, we come together to
December 8, from 6:30pm to 8pm.
address ourselves to the Lord to
All are welcome to inquire about how ask His help and to give him praise
we are striving to grow deeper in our
and thanks. Come and be filled by the
Faith. Come by and learn about the
Holy Spirit as we come to
Dominicans in your parish. All are
know God's love in a deep and
invited to call Mrs. Kellyanne Murphy intimate way. You will feel refreshed
O.P. @ 732-914-0041 with questions. and rewarded. For more info, contact
Doris & Richard 732-349-6860.
Light of Life Prayer Group
Light of Life Prayer Group Christmas
Party – ALL ARE WELCOME! Wednesday evening December 9
from 7:30pm to 9:00pm in Church
Basement Room G. What better way
to prepare for Christmas than to
journey through the story of the
nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ in
scriptures with the related carols of
the season? Come and rejoice in the
miracle. Take a break from the hectic
pace of the times and enter into the
peace that only our Lord can give.
Refreshments and fellowship to follow.
See you there… Deacon Gerry.
ADORERS NEEDED
Sunday:
5:00-6:00pm
Monday:
1:00-2:00am
3:00-4:00am
10:00pm-11:00pm
Wednesday:
1:00-2:00am
3:00-4:00am
Thursday:
10:00-11:00am
1:00-2:00pm
2:00-3:00 pm
Friday:
7:00-8:00am
INTERFAITH HOSPITALITY
NETWORK EDUCATION/
TRAINING
ATTENTION ALL NEW
VOLUNTEERS & THOSE
WHO HAVE NOT RECEIVED
TRAINING...
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If you would like to know
more about the program
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Find out and decide which
area you would like to participate in
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Receive the proper
training and complete volunteer forms
It is imperative that you attend the next meeting
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12
9:00AM
DONOVAN CATHOLIC
HIGH SCHOOL
LECTURE HALL 2nd FLOOR
LIGHT REFRESHMENTS
WILL BE SERVED
Please register
Kevin Downing
at 721-286-1877 or
[email protected]
St. Joseph’s Church
Christmas Ham Fund
Monetary Donations are now being
accepted at the Parish Office for
our Annual Christmas Ham Fund.
We are Looking
for Some
Church Mice!
Volunteers are needed
to help out with some
light cleaning in the
Church. If you can
spare 1-2 hours per month, please
contact Peg McGarry at x2307.
P A G E F IV E ST. JOSEPH’S
DONOVAN CATHOLIC
NEWS
HOMECOMING 2015
Donovan Catholic congratulates our Homecoming royalty
King – Eric Braaten
Queen – Grace Duddy
Court- Angela Signore, Jake Loser, Angelica Merone,
Alex Rosario, Natalie Brown, Jessica Panek,
Nicholas Arminio
Thank you to Carl’s Fencing, Decking & Home
Improvements and the DelPizzo Family (alumni) for
serving as the Grand Marshalls of the Homecoming
half time parade. Special thanks to Causeway Family
Dealership of Manahawkin for supplying
the cars & trucks for the parade.
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THANK YOU
Thanks to all who supported the 7th Annual PTA
Harvest Gift Auction which was a huge success.
The winners of the Visa Raffle Cards were:
$750.00 - Drs. Maria & Mario Gallardo
$500.00 - Dawn Watson
$250.00 - Maria Stanton
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“TIS THE SEASON”
Join the Donovan Catholic community
for evenings filled with
seasonal entertainment and good cheer.
Instrumental Concert
December 10, 2015
7:00 PM
Vocal Concert
December 16, 2015
7:00 PM
Gepp Gymnasium
Admission free – All are welcome!
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ST. JOSEPH GRADE
SCHOOL NEWS
ONE FOR THE TEAM
Show your Team Spirit. Join us for a Spartan Athletic
Fundraiser at Chipotle Restaurant, 1258 Hooper Ave.
Monday, December 7, 2015
between 4:00 and 8:00 PM.
Let Chipotle know you are supporting our Athletic
Department. 50% of the proceeds will be donated to
Spartan Athletics. Thank you
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Advent Liturgy
Friday, December 11, 2015
1PM in Church
All are invited.
2nd and 4th Grade Christmas Concert
Thursday, December 17, 2015
7PM in Gymnasium
Ticketed Evening
5th Grade Nativity Pageant
Tuesday, December 22, 2015
1PM in Church
All are invited to participate in the nativity story
with songs and prayers.
Schools will be closed for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
www.donovancatholic.org
www.stjoeschooltr.org
ST. JOSEPH’S
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EXCERPTS FROM BISHOP DAVID M. O’CONNELL’S
PASTORAL LETTER FOR THE HOLY YEAR OF MERCY –
MERCY AND TRUTH SHALL MEET
INTRODUCTION
When you look into someone’s face, you can often see many things. At times you
see a peace and satisfaction that resides in a person’s soul. Other times, you see
worry or distraction, confusion or anxiety, wonder or hesitation. Perhaps you see
weariness or sadness, anger or frustration. There are times when a face betrays
loneliness or a hunger to be loved, a faraway look or just a blank stare. A smile, a
frown, a tear, a furrowed brow, a curiosity or special interest, a look of love: a
face often reveals more than words might ever say.
While we can often see many things in the faces of others, things that are hard to
hide, we should also remember that others can see many similar things in our
own face. St. Jerome once wrote to a widow, “The face is the mirror of the mind
and eyes; without speaking, they confess the secrets of the heart (Letter 5).”
In the Old Testament we read in the Psalms, “always look to the Lord and his
strength; always seek his face (Psalm 105: 4).” The Book of Chronicles advises
that we “rely on the mighty Lord; constantly seek his face (1 Chronicles 16: 11).”
When we seek the Lord’s face, we will find it most often in the face of others.
When we seek and find the face of the Lord, what is it that we really see there?
CHRISTMAS
& NEW YEAR’S DAY
MASS SCHEDULE
Thursday, December 24,
Christmas Eve
4:00pm (Children’s Mass)
6:00pm / 8:30 (Spanish) / 12:00 Midnight
Friday, December 25, Christmas Day
7:30am / 9:00am / 10:30am / 12 Noon
Thursday, December 31
New Year’s Eve
9:00am / 5:00pm
Friday, January 1
New Year’s Day
9:00am / 10:30am / 12 Noon
PAGE SEVEN ST. JOSEPH’S
RELIGIOUS
EDUCATION
Please note...
There will be no classes on
Monday December 7, 2015
in honor of the Immaculate
Conception of the Blessed
Virgin Mary. Please plan to
bring your student to Mass at
5pm on December 7th (or any
one of our other Masses celebrating this feast) for this,
the patronal feast day of the
United States.
7th and 8th Grade
Sunday Sessions
CALLING ALL ANGELS
AND SHEPHERDS
Father Scott invites all the children of
our parish (from preschool age through
6th grade) to join us at the 4pm Christmas
Eve Mass. These children may dress as
angels or shepherds and will participate
in the Mass. Please email Nancy at
[email protected] or call
732-349-0018 x2225 to register and
for details about costumes and other
information.
Our 7th and 8th grade students
will meet today and again on
December 13th.
Join us at the 5pm Mass. The
sessions will be from 6pm to
8pm in Donovan Catholic.
Dismissal will be from the
main entrance of the high
school at 8pm.
We extend warm
wishes and
congratulations
to Antonio
D’Alessio, Lori
Muzikar and Ramiro Nieto
who received the Sacrament
of Confirmation last Sunday.
We are so happy you have
completed your initiation
sacraments and we look
forward to seeing you in
church as you continue to
grow in knowledge and
faith.
ST. JOSEPH’S CHURCH
CHRISTMAS CAROL CONCERT
Friday, December 18
at 7:00pm
Bring your family and friends and enjoy this
evening filled with festive Christmas carols.
Come learn more about this powerful healing ministry for those suffering
post-abortion. There will be an INFO Session on this ministry:
“Rachel’s Vineyard- The Healing Power of God’s Love”
St. Gabriel Church, 100 N. Main St., Marlboro, NJ 07746
Thursday, December 10, 7:30-9:00PM, Main Church
Followed by light refreshments in the church hall Judy Warenkiewicz and her team will
speak about this wonderful healing ministry for all who suffer from abortion. Deacon Rich
Roenbeck will lead us in prayer and the St. Gabriel Respect Life Committee will serve light
refreshments.
ST. JOSEPH’S
PAGINA OCHO
MENSAJE DEL PASTOR
Estimados Hermanos y Hermanas en Cristo,
Este martes, celebramos la Fiesta de la Inmaculada Concepción y
comenzará el Año de la Misericordia que estará vigente hasta noviembre
del 2016. Nuestro Santo Padre Francisco, ha destacado constantemente y
repetidamente durante su papado, la importancia de la misericordia de
Dios. Nosotros somos los destinatarios, y como tal, debemos ser agentes
de esa misma misericordia con todos aquellos que encontramos en
nuestro camino. En la carta mía de unas semanas atrás, yo les mencioné
que les iba a presentar durante este Año Santo de la Misericordia,
extractos de la carta pastoral escrita por nuestro Obispo David M.
O'Connell, titulado La Misericordia Y La Verdad Se Reunirá. Los
extractos serán incluidos en el boletín periódicamente durante el
transcurso de este año litúrgico. Espero que los disfruten y que a la vez
les ayuden a su crecimiento espiritual para mostrar profundamente la
“Misericordia” a todos.
Aquí les ofrezco algunos de los pensamientos del Papa Francisco, escritos
durante su anuncio y convocación del Año de la Misericordia.
Como podemos ver en la Sagrada Escritura, la misericordia es una
palabra clave que indica la acción de Dios hacia nosotros. Él no se limita
meramente a afirmar su amor, pero lo hace visible y palpable. El amor
después de todo, nunca puede ser sólo una abstracción. Por su propia
naturaleza, indica algo concreto: intenciones, actitudes y
comportamientos que se muestran en la vida diaria...
Con el fin de ser capaces de misericordia, debemos en primer lugar
disponernos a escuchar la Palabra de Dios. Esto significa, redescubrir el
valor del silencio para escuchar la Palabra que viene a nosotros de Dios y
meditar en ella. De esta manera, podemos contemplar la misericordia de
Dios y adoptarla como nuestro modo de vida.
--Misericordiae Vultus 9, 13
Que Dios los Bendiga siempre.
Fr. Scott
Lecturas segundo domingo de adviento:
Domingo: Bar 5:1-9, Fil 1:4-6, 8-11; Lc 3:1-6
Lunes: Is 35:1-10; Lc 5:17-26
Martes: Gn 3:9-15,20; Efe 1:3-6, 11-12; Lc 1:26-38
Miércoles: Is 40:25-31; Mt 11:28-30
Jueves: Is 41:13-20; Mt 11:11-15
Viernes: Is 48:17-19; Mt 11:16-19
Sábado: Zec 2:14-17 o Rv 11:19a, 12:1-6a, 10ab; Lc 1:26-38 o Lc 1:39-47
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HORARIO DE MISAS
En la Semana: 7:00am & 9:00am. Todos los
días de la semana (inglés).
Sábado: 8:00am, 5:00
Domingo: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00pm,
5:00pm (inglés)
Domingo: 6:30pm español
SACRAMENTOS
Bautizos (en español): El Sacramento del
Bautismo se celebra el en la Misa de 6:30 pm.
Para más información, llamar a la oficina
Hispana.
Unción de los Enfermos: Comunicarse con la
oficina hispana.
Reconciliación/Confesión: De lunes a Jueves
11:00am-3:00pm. Comuníquese con la oficina
hispana 732-349-0018 ext. 2213 para hacer
una cita.
Matrimonios: Las parejas que desean
contraer matrimonio deben solicitar una cita
con el Padre Carlos. Para más información
comuníquese con la oficina hispana.
Registro parroquial: Todos los feligreses deben
registrarse en la Parroquia. Cualquier cambio en
su dirección por favor notificar a la oficina
hispana.
Clases de Educación Religiosa (CCD):
Comuníquese con la oficina hispana
732-349-0018 ext. 2213.
Oficina Hispana: Para cualquier tipo de
información parroquial comuníquese con
Caridad Barillas al 732-349-0018 ext. 2213.
Rito De La Iniciación Cristiana De AdultosEs un proceso para adultos que desean recibir
los Sacramentos de Bautizo, Comunión o
Confirmación. Comuníquese con la oficina
hispana 732-349-0018 ext. 2213.
Juan fue llamado una voz y no
una palabra, porque, atraves de
Juan, Dios…planifico hacer algo
grande en la historia humana.
- Anón, homilía Cristiana
primitiva en Mateo.
PAGINA NUEVE
ST. JOSEPH’S
ANUNCIOS DE VIDA COMUNITARIA
FIESTA A LA VIRGEN DE GUADALUPE:
Novena: del 3 al 11 de diciembre a las 7:00pm.
Vigilia: 11 de diciembre de 10:00pm a 4:00am.
10-10:30pm: Rosario
10:30 – 11pm: Serenata
11:00 – 12am: Obra de la historia Grupo Divina Misericordia
12 – 1am: Mariachis
1-4am: Serenata
Desayuno
Misa: 12 de diciembre 7pm
Procesión: 8:00pm – 8:30pm
Fiesta: 8:30pm a 11:00pm.
“The Carpenter Shop”: La
tienda de artículos religiosos estará
abierta todos los domingos antes de
navidad para quienes deseen
comprar obsequios navideños.
Servicio de Reconciliación/Confesión:
Martes, 15 de diciembre a las 7pm en la Iglesia,
confesiones en español.
POSADAS Y NOVENAS AL NIÑO DIOS:
Posadas comienzan el miércoles, 16 de
diciembre a las 7pm.
Novenas comienzan el miércoles, 16 de
diciembre a las 8:30pm
Grupo de Oración
Carismático “SAN JOSÉ”: No habrá
grupo de oración en las siguientes
fechas:
18, 25 de diciembre ni el 1 de
enero. Comienza el 8 de enero a
las 7pm en el 16 de Lafayette.
Todos están
invitados.
Capilla de Adoración Perpetua al
Santísimo: Se necesitan
Adoradoras. Inscríbase
con Caridad Barillas al
732-349-0018 ext. 2213
Concierto de Navidad: El próximo viernes 18 de
diciembre a las 7:00 pm.
Excerptas del Obispo David M. O’Connell, Carta Pastoral para el Santo Año de la
Misericordia – Misericordia y Verdad se Reunirá
INTRODUCION
Cuando tú miras la cara de una persona, se ven muchas cosas. Hay veces que vemos la paz y la tranquilidad que vive en el alma de la
persona. Otras veces, vemos preocupación o distracción, confusión, ansiedad, indecisión o asombro. Tal vez se ve el cansancio o la
tristeza, la ira o la frustración. Hay momentos en que un rostro delata la soledad o el hambre de ser amado, una mirada lejana o simplemente una mirada en blanco. Una sonrisa, un gesto, una lágrima, la frente fruncida, una curiosidad o interés especial, una mirada
de amor: una cara, a menudo revela más que lo que las palabras podrían revelar. Por eso debemos recordar que otros pueden verlo
mismo en nuestros rostros.
San Jerónimo le escribió a una viuda una vez, "La cara es el espejo de la mente y de los ojos; sin hablar, se confiesan los secretos del
corazón (Carta 5)”.
En el Antiguo Testamento leemos en los Salmos, “siempre miremos al Señor y su fuerza; siempre busquemos su cara (Salmo 105:4).”
El Libro de las Crónicas nos informa que "confiemos en el Señor poderoso; buscando constantemente su rostro (1 Crónicas 16: 11)”.
La cara del Señor se encuentra con más frecuencia en el rostro de los demás. ¿Y cuándo la encontramos, que es realmente lo que vemos?