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PARISH OF THE VISITATION
Rev. Jimson Varghese, SDV  Pastor
“A Community of people
who bring Jesus to others.”
ST. JOHN THE
BAPTIST CHURCH
ST. MARY OF MOUNT
VIRGIN CHURCH
ST. THERESA OF THE
INFANT JESUS CHURCH
29 Abeel St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
190 Sandford St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
15 Fox Rd. Edison, NJ 08817
Parochial Vicars ....................................................... Rev. Patrick Nwachukwu, SDV
Rev. Mathew Vettath, SDV
Chaplain at RWJ Hospital ....................................... Rev. Rowland Onuegbu, SDV
Bookkeeper ....................................................................................... Sandra Padovano
Secretary ..................................................................................................... Anna Romeo
Office Associates ........................................ Rosemarie Benanti & Melissa Garcia
Director of Religious Education ........................................... Mrs. Amelia Johnson
RCIA/Adult Religious Education ...............................Sr. Carmela Dimauro, MPF
Assistant to the Hispanic Ministry ...............................................Sr. Micaela Diaz
Music Directors ............................................................................. Mr. Tony Ambrosio
Ms. Catherine Baratta
Assistant to the Pastor.............................................................. Mr. Anthony Puleio
ST. MARY OMV CONVENT
198 Sandford Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901  732-545-0514
Superior ............................................................................ Sr. Carmela DiMauro, MPF
Pastoral Associates ......................................................... Sr. Frances Gervasio, MPF
WEEKEND MASSES
St. Mary of Mount Virgin
Saturday............ 4:00, 5:30 & (7:00 p.m. in Spanish)
Sunday .............. 8:30, 10:00, 11:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.
Confessions Saturdays following 4:00pm mass or by
appointment.
St. John the Baptist
Sunday ...................................... 9:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m.
St. Theresa
Saturday.............................................................. 5:30 p.m.
St. Jude Novena
Monday ....................... 12:10 p.m. Mass, followed by
....................................Novena to St Jude @ St. Mary’s
WEEKDAY MASSES
St. Mary of Mount Virgin
Monday thru Saturday .................................... 7:00 a.m.
Monday ............................................................. 12:10 p.m.
St. John the Baptist
Tuesday & Friday............................................... 7:00 p.m.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
Tuesday (except Holy Day vigils & August)
From 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. @ St. Mary’s
Friday from 7:30-8:30 p.m. @ St. John’s
In Residence ............................................................................ Sr. Mary Gintella, MPF
PARISH OFFICE
192 Sandford Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
OFFICE HOURS
Monday to Friday
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Phone ................................................ 732-545-5090
Fax ...................................................... 732-937-9290
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
E-mail [email protected]
Website ........... www.parishofthevisitation.org
Facebook ...................................... Visitation Parish
February 1, 2015
Parish of the Visitation, New Brunswick, NJ
February 1, 2015
Saturday, January 31, 2015
Sunday, February 1, 2015
7:00 AM For the People
4:00 PM Beatrice Puleio, r/b John D. Chiappetta
5:30 PM Deceased members of the Catanese & Manetta
Families, r/b Joe & Rosalie Catanese & family
7:00 PM Not Requested
9:00AM Jeannette Filipek, r/b Cathy Chvostak
12:00PM Seven Sorrows & Joys of St. Joseph, r/b Anonymous
Sunday, February 1, 2015
Friday, February 6, 2015
8:30 AM
10:00 AM
11:30 AM
6:00 PM
7:00PM Basilio Peralta, Herazno & Dalida Torres, r/b Maria
Angelo Coppola, r/b Nick & Joan Puleio Sr.
Mary Stavinsky, r/b John & Marion Pingatore
Francis & Marilyn Gotaski, r/b their family
Frank Marrone, r/b Frank Marrone & family
Monday, February 2, 2015
7:00 AM Elena & Biagio Vignuolo, r/b Ann & Carl Apoldite &
Sons
12:10 PM Grace Manfre, r/b Vito Puleio
Tuesday, February 3, 2015
7:00PM
No Request
Peralta
Sunday, February 8, 2015
9:00AM Seven Sorrows & Joys of St. Joseph, r/b Anonymous
12:00PM Jonas Zidonis, r/b Valerija Simoliuniene
The Parish Candle Lamps
Madonna’s Candle
ST. MARY
In memory of Catherine Mastrobuono, r/b Ladies Auxiliary
IASC
Tuesday, February 3, 2015
7:00 AM Marietta St. John, r/b Carol Faraci & family
5:30 PM Adoration, Divine Mercy Chaplet & Benediction
Sanctuary I
ST. MARY
In memory of Joseph Faraci Sr., r/b Italian –American
Social Club
Wednesday, February 4, 2015
7:00 AM William Costanzo & Frances Amodio, r/b Ann
Costanzo
Sanctuary II
In memory of Phil Mariano, r/b wife Helen Mariano
Thursday, February 5, 2015
7:00 AM Frank Picone, r/b daughter Joanne Smith
Friday, February 6, 2015
7:00 AM Sarah & John Foley, r/b Madeline Foley
Saturday, February 7, 2015
St. Padre Pio Candle
ST. MARY
In memory of Walter Sura, r/b his mother Maria Sura
St. Joseph Candle
ST. MARY
In memory of Joseph Faraci Sr., r/b Rose Reap
7:00 AM Rose & Eugene Perla, r/b Richard & Joan Latham
4:00 PM Rose Kijowski, r/b Thomas & Linda Frech
5:30 PM Maria Beccari, r/b Maria Bonelli
7:00 PM Rosaura Rodriguez, r/b Rodriguez Family
ST. MARY
In memory of Marianne Salamone, r/b her family
Sunday, February 8, 2015
St. Lucy Filippini Candle
8:30 AM Josephine & Rosario Maimone, r/b Josephine
Marchetta
10:00 AM Vincent Bellizia, r/b Carmalinda Bellizia & family
11:30 AM Giuseppe Carden, r/b John & Angela Duris
6:00 PM Philip Forti, r/b wife Angie and family
St. Anne Candle
ST. MARY
No Request this week
St. Anthony Candle
ST. MARY
In memory of Joseph Faraci Sr., r/b Bill & Virginia
Kwiatkowski
St. Jude Candle
ST. MARY
In memory of Joseph Faraci Sr., r/b Ann Murphy & Marie
St. Theresa
McKim
Saturday, January 31, 2015
5:30 PM Bruno Cresti, r/b Vivian, John & Paul Sanpietro
St. Francis Candle
ST. MARY
In memory of Joseph Faraci Sr., r/b John & Marion Pingatore
Saturday, February 7, 2015
5:30 PM Philip & Helen Ciorciari & Barbara Peppe, r/b
Philip & Judy Ciorciari
Saturday, February 14, 2015
5:30 PM Ann Griffin Varga, r/b Russell & Janet Piparo
Blessed Justin Candle
ST. MARY
In memory of Joseph Faraci Sr., r/b Sandy & Danny
Padovano
The cost to have a Lamp lit is $20 per week. Please contact the
Parish Office. Thank you
Forth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Joe Faraci
The Parish along with the family would like to
take this time to thank everyone that came out
to Joe’s Memorial Mass. The mass was officiated by Most Rev. Bishop Paul Bootkowski and
was attended by many of Joe’s friends, family
and colleagues. The homily was very heartwarming and described Joe to a tee. We all
greatly appreciate the outpouring of love and support
shown to not only the family but also the Parish Joe loved
so much. This was our way to honor our long time parishioner, trustee and friend. God Bless you Joe and may you
rest in eternal peace.
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Mandatory Eucharistic Minister
Meeting
On Monday, February 9, 2015 at 7:00PM, Father Jimson will hold a mandatory Eucharistic
Minister meeting in the Parish office conference
room. This meeting is mandatory and if you are unable to attend, you must contact Father Jimson to
set up a meeting. Thank you.
St. John the Baptist Church Jubilee
On Sunday, February 8, 2015 at the 12:00PM
mass, we will start the 150th Jubilee celebration. All
are welcome to come to St. John’s Church to start
the wonderful celebration of the 150th of the foundation of St. John the Baptist Church.
Camp Veritas
Altagracia
On January 25th, 2015, “Dia De la Altagracia.” Was the
day of commemorating “Our Lady Of Altagracia”, patronal image and protector of the people of the Dominican
Republic. In the church of St. John the Baptist about 400
people attended the mass. There was a solemn precession outside around the block with the Dominican flag.
Finishing in the hall where the special day was celebrated
with a small reception with about 250 parishioners. The
parishioners brought their own traditional food; they also
played their traditional music and wore traditional dresses. After 9 days of novena house by house, this culminated in the church of St. John the Baptist on January 25th of
2015.
Camp veritas 2015: Camp veritas is one week play
and pray sleep away summer camp for teen going
into 7th to 12th grades. It will be held at three USA
locations in 2015; July 19-25 at Mount Saint Mary
College in Newburgh, NY, July 26– August 1st ,
2015 at Summit Lake Camp in Emmitsburg, MD,
and August 16-22, 2015 at Camp Lakota In
Wurtsboro, NY. Enrollment opens 1/1/15 and the
enrollment price for each week is $400 per camper.
Early bird rates (if paid in full by 4/1/15) are $370
for all sites. More details can be found at
WWW.campveritas.com
North Brunswick Italian American
Social Club Ladies Auxiliary
Annual Mardi Grass, Saturday, February 14,
2015 at 6:30pm Cozzens Lane, North Brunswick
*Hors D’oeuvres *Buffet *Hot and Cold
Beverages *Music * Prizes
For more information contact Connie Adamo
@ 732-297-3246
Lenten Bible Study with Fr. Jimson
Starting February 24, 2015 thru March 31, 2015 every
Tuesday night for the 6 weeks of Lent, Father Jimson will
have a Bible Study in the parish office conference room.
The study will be from 7:00PM-8:00PM and you must
bring your own Bible. The study will focus on the Sunday
readings of the Lenten week. Anyone interested in joining
the Lenten Bible Study should contact the Parish office to
sign up.
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February 1, 2015
CYO Boiler Repairs
The boilers in the CYO have been completed. The total
amount that was charged to us by the contractor was
$14, 820.00. We greatly appreciate all the parishioners who
have sent in donations to offset this cost to the parish. It is
very much appreciated. May God bless you all and keep you
in our prayers.
World Day for Consecrated Life
In response to Pope Francis’ call, the Diocese of
Metuchen will once again celebrate World Day
for Consecrated Life. Religious community of
priests, brothers and sisters will attend a Noon
Mass on Sunday February 8, 2015 at the Cathedral of St.
Francis of Assisi, Metuchen. Bishop Bootkoski will be the
principal celebrant and homilist. At this Mass the Bishop
will also honor the 2015 diocesan Jubilarians.
Catholic School Tuition Assistance Applications for 2015-2016
Applications for financial aid through the Diocese of Metuchen Tuition Assistance Program for the 2015-2016 school
year are now available at all diocesan elementary and secondary schools. Completed applications must be mailed to
private School Aid Service, postmarked no later than Tuesday, March 31, 2015.
To obtain an application form, please contact the Principal
or main office of the school where the students is registering. A printable version of the Form, both English and
Spanish, is also available on the diocesan website at
http://Tinyurl.com/DOM-TuitionAssistance.
Blessing of Throats
In memory of St. Blaise, whose memorial we
celebrate on Tuesday, February 3, 2014, there
will be a special blessing of throats after 7:00
a.m. Masse. St. Blaise is a martyr from the early
fourth century and is associated with the healing
of throats.
Bishop’s Annual Appeal
To date, the Development Department has
received pledges totaling $ 53,052.96 and payments totaling $ 51,438.46 from 205 parishioners. This represents 90.2% of your
$58,800.00 goal.
Thank you for your efforts
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Bishop Bootkoski to be Honored at
Catholic School EducaƟon Dinner
The Most Reverend Paul G. Bootkoski, Bishop
of the Diocese of Metuchen, will be presented
the St. John Neumann Award at the 2015 Catholic School Education Dinner being held on April
14th at the Hyatt Regency in New Brunswick.
The award, which is named for the “Father of the
Parochial School System,” is given to an individual who has demonstrated extraordinary leadership, commitment and dedication to promoting
Catholic school education in the Diocese of
Metuchen.
“Bishop Bootkoski has made Catholic schools a
priority in the diocese and continues to be a
strong proponent,” said Rev. Msgr. Michael J.
Corona, PA, KCHS, executive director of the
diocesan Department of Education. “Our bishop
is deserving of this honor which is also an expression of our gratitude for his ongoing support
for the teachers, administrators, and most importantly the children attending our Catholic
schools.”
The proceeds from the Catholic School Education Dinner benefits the Foundation for Catholic
Education Scholarship Fund which provides tuition assistance for low-income families whose
children attend our diocesan Catholic schools.
For dinner tickets, sponsorship opportunities and
information about the basket auction and raffle,
go
to
our
website
at
http:/
tinyurl.com/2015EdDinner, Email [email protected] or call 732.562.2452.
St. Lucy
There was no end to Lucy’s trust:
“Even if everyone on Earth and all
the demons of hell persecuted me
and wanted to destroy me, still I’d
firmly trust that God would never
abandon me and that He would give
me the strength to overcome. He
cannot cease to be compassionate.” Lucy was
deeply rooted in the love of God and her hope
never wavered: “Even if everyone disappointed
me and I found myself rejected and abandoned
by all my friends and relatives, I’d trust my God
would never fail me. He cannot cease to be a father to me.”
February 1, 2015
Pre-Cana Class
If you are planning to be married
in the near future, Pre-Cana is
one of the requirements of the
Catholic Church for the Sacrament of Matrimony. Please be
advised that our Parish will offer ONE Pre-Cana session
which will be held on March 8, 2015. Registration is
on a First Come-First Serve basis. The cost is $125
per couple and includes breakfast, lunch, materials and
the session. Please call the Parish Office at 732-5455090 between the hours of 9 am and 4 pm to register.
For more details regarding all of the Diocesan marriage regulations, please visit their website:
www.diometuchen.org. Thank you.
Divorce Affects Everyone…It Happens,
And It Hurts
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Trip to Sands Casino
February 10, 2015 bus trip to
Sands Casino in Bethlehem PA.
$35pp slot bonus $20 $5-Food.
Bus leaves 10:00AM from St.
Mary’s Parking lot weather permitting. For more information contact Rosemarie
LaTronica @ 732-828-2432 Everyone is Welcome
to come on the trip.
A Note of Gratitude from the Faraci
Family
We wish to extend our sincere gratitude
to all parishioners and friends who sent
mass cards And Lamp cards in memory
of Joe. The outpouring of donations to
our beautiful Church, which Joe Loved
so dearly is deeply appreciated.
This program, based on the teachings of
the Catholic Church is open to anyone Thank you all.
who need comfort, counsel and clarity
after a divorce.
The Group will be meeting Tuesday
evenings for eleven weeks.
Thank you
Carol Faraci & Children
Suzanne, Rachel & Joseph Jr.
February 1, 2015 - 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
PLACE:
Immaculata High School—Room 131
240 Mountain Ave., Somerville, NJ 08876
DATES: March 3 to May 19, 2015
TIME:
7:00-8:45P.M.
CONTACT PERSON: Ro Bersch 908-313-5947 or
908-470-0678
The fee is $25.00 per person. Pre-registration is
required.
“Brothers and sisters: I should like you to be free of
anxieties.” – 1 Corinthians 7:32
How much anxiety do we bring upon ourselves by
constantly worrying about not having enough or attaining more things? God won’t necessarily give
you everything you want, but He will provide everything you need. Try this – use the word “pray” instead of the word “worry” in the future.
Prayer Requests
Newly Baptized
In your charity please pray for those who
have special intentions –especially Sam
Join us as we welcome into our ParishLediline Bourdier & Skylar Elizabeth
Pingatore who were baptized in Christ
here at Parish of the Visitation last weekend. Congratulations. God bless!
Bocchieri, Ann Mazza, Eleuterio & Rose
Rodriguez, Anthony Arico, Louis Garlatti,
Paul Campigotto, Robert Feretich, Caitlin
M, Chelsey Chehade, Dorothy Bell, Gertrude Schuller, Mary Bruno, Jay Sherman,
Josephine Arcaro, Gertrude D’Souza, Carmelinda Bellizia, Graciela Guzman, Alexander Krosnowski, Alfonso
Romeo, James “Mickey” Tofte, Ann Parinelli, Joseph Di
Pane, Rosemarie Benanti, Carmelinda Bellizia, Tom Padovano, Frank Puleio Jr, Josephine Arcaro, Louise Gibbons, Dolly Georgiana and all those in need of our pray-
ers. If you have a special prayer request, please contact
the Parish Office: 732-545-5090.
Collections Update
For the weekend of January 24 and 25
St. Mary’s
$5,943.00
St. John’s
$1,333.00
St. Theresa’s
Altagracia-St. John’s
$362.00
$970.00
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