Cover Sheet
Church of St. Raphael-Holy Angels
3500 South Broad Street
Hamilton, N.J. 08610
Bulletin # 911176
Weekend of May 7th, 2006
Contact Usha @ Ph#609-585-7049
Or Fax#609-585-5876
With any inquiries.
Thank you.
Usha
[4] four inserts to follow.
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Sunday May 7th 2006 - Fourth Sunday of Easter
Together, we pray for the sick,
those in hospice, the hospitalized and
the homebound of our parish:
Mass
Intentions
Monday, May 8, 2006
7:30 a.m. - Rev. Msgr. John Dombrowski, Helen
Sikucinski & Family
- Veronica Maziarz, Helen & Dorothy Gepper &
Mary Ann Bogdan
7:00 p.m. - A Special Intention, Diane M. Fair
Tuesday, May 9, 2006 7:30 a.m. - Michael Dietrich, John Margicin
7:00 p.m. - Fare-Farley-Marino Families
Wednesday, May 10, 2006
7:30 a.m. - Frank Dienes, Wife
- Joseph Del Bargo, Jean Noto
7:00 p.m. - Holy Name Society
Thursday, May 11, 2006
7:30 a.m. - Ronald Krecicki, Terri R. & Family
7:00 p.m. - Veronica Maziarz, Doris & Robert Bogdan
7:00 p.m. - John N. Hornyak, Olga Hornyak
Friday, May 12, 2006 [ First Friday]
7:30 a.m. - Georgianne Miele, M/M Anthony J. Miele
7:00 p.m. - Shirley J. Kelly, M/M Charles Kelly
Saturday, May 13, 2006 [Vigil:5th Sunday of Easter and
Our Lady of Fatima]
8:00 a.m. - Barbara & Irma Jacob, Margaret Mc Bride
- Yvette Langevin, Family
5:00 p.m. - Theresa French, Children [SR]
Sunday, May 14, 2006 [Fifth Sunday of Easter and
Mother’s Day]
7:30 a.m. - Anna & Bill Voloski, Tom & Pat Voloski [SR]
8:30 a.m. - Edgar Lanzoni, Marion Lanzoni [HA]
9:30 a.m. - Frank Piano, Vicki Cicia [SR]
10:30 a.m. - For The People of the Parish [HA]
11:30 a.m. - 31st Wedding Anniversary for Chris and Franny
Kozicz [SR]
5:00 p.m. - James Beach, Wife and Family [SR]
Give me a faithful heart, likeness to Thee,
That each departing day henceforth may see
Some work of love begun,
Some deed of kindness done,
Some wanderer sought and won,
Something for Thee.
S.D. Phelps
Dymphna Agos
August Angioletti
Alice Aquilino
Robert Benson
Whitney Bivens
Fred Bogdan
Michael Bridge
John Cairo
Jean Cairo
John Catana
Carl Catanese
Nicholas Cirillo
Deacon Thomas Daily
Anthony Davis
Joan De Lorenzo
Josephine De Marie
Larry Driver
Jason Dzbenski
Robert Esposito
Anthony Fabrizio
Frances Fedeli
Tony Feldenzer
Loretta Ferri
Doreen Forberg
Helen Finn
Rev. J.C. Garrett
Anatoli Gischlar
Mary Gusz
John Hartmann
Madison Hernandez
Claire Hofmann
Paul Hohman
Jack Hornyak
Sandy Iglesias
Diana Infantine
Anthony J. Intorelli
Linda Iorio
Jennifer Jimmerson
Fr. Eugene Keenan
Pat Kelly
George Kmetz
Joseph Krawiec
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Marie Lee
John Margicin
Patti Menichelli
Lucy Millerick
Margaret McBride
Anna Modica
Fred Morelli
Anna Rose Mucci
Jan Niedermaier
Robert J. O’Boyle
Lucy O’Malley
Elizabeth O’Neill
Albert Paul
Phyllis Pelke
Janet Peterson
Bunny Posner
Elaine Ragano
Regina Procell
Ray Pental
Rocco & Evelyn Ranalli
Carl Reinhardt Jr.
Mary & Louis Revesz
Helen Sabo
Michael Serenelli
Natalie Severino
Matthew Shea
Dorothy Smith
Chris Somma
David Terry
Concetta Testa
Katie Thomas
Stanley Thompson
Robert Tilton
Kevin Tucci
Felix Tuccillo Sr.
George Tylus
James Widmann
Helen Woloszyn
Madelene Woodrow
Frances Womack
Bernadette Wierzbicki
John Zubricky
My soul doth glory in your love, O Lord, My soul doth glory in your love, O Lord.
Music Notes From
Pastor’s Notes
St.Raphael Music Ministry :
JESUS IS LORD!
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
All of today’s readings work together to reveal
and proclaim Jesus’ sacrifice of love for us. Jesus told
the Jews that he, the good shepherd, would freely lay
down his life for us- his sheep (John 10:11). Later on, he
would tell his disciples that there is no greater love than
to lay down one’s life for one’s friends (15:13). Jesus
perfectly demonstrated that love when he died on the
cross, offering up his life for each one of us.
It is staggering to think that if you were the only
person in the world, Jesus would still have freely given
his life to save you. It was this realization that gave Peter the boldness to tell the chief priests that there is no
other name – no person – under heaven capable of bringing us salvation (Acts. 4:12)
What great cause for rejoicing we have! God’s
wisdom, though it seems foolish to the human mind, triumphs even in the darkest moments. Who but God could
destine that Jesus, the beloved Son, would be rejected by
his own people and be abandoned by his closest followers? He was even forsaken by God himself! But this is
the unfathomable wisdom of God. He loved us so much
that he willingly sacrificed his only Son, whom he loved
above anyone or anything else, just to bring us back to
his embrace. It is just as the first letter of John declares:
“See what love the Father has given us, that we should
be called children of God” (1John 3:1).
During those times when things seem dark and
hopeless, we must look to God’s hand. Even in the unexpected events of life, he is at work, drawing us closer
to himself. There are times when his wisdom is so far
beyond us that our only response can be faith and trust.
In these moments, he invites us to pray: “Jesus, I trust in
you.” When troubles and darkness surrounds us, we can
proclaim: “Father, you hold me in your hands.” When
life seems unbearable, we can look to the cross and say:
“Lord, you died for me personally. Help my unbelief.”
Let us pray: “Holy Spirit, be my comfort. Be
my strength today and reveal to me the glorious gospel of Christ. I abandon myself to you and trust you
with all that I am and all that I have. Amen.”
In Jesus and Mary,
Father Jeff Kegley
Pastor
We are busy preparing for Pentecost and all the liturgies
that lead up to it! All choirs are in need of more members…consider being a ringer or singer. See “This Week
at St. Raphael-Holy Angels” for listing of days and times
for rehearsals. Please consider sharing your gifts and talents in this ministry...you are needed!
There are still CD’s available…”How Sweet The Sound”
can be purchased for $15.00 each. Please see Lori or contact the rectory and leave a message.
St. Raphael-Holy Angels Food Pantry
Our pantry is always in need of all types of nonperishable food items such as cereal, pasta, rice, potatoes,
canned fruit, canned vegetables, canned fish, juice, snack
foods etc. Please consider donating just one item each
time that you come to church. By doing so, you will make
a positive difference in the lives of those whom we serve.
Upcoming “Reach Out Saturdays” are
May 20th and June 3rd.
“The duty to meet the needs of the unfortunate is not only the
responsibility of politicians, businessmen, or charitable organizations, but also of all who can in any way alleviate the poverty
of others” Pope John Paul II: Words To Live By-July 6, 2000
St. Raphael-Holy Angels
Fall 2006 Trip To Italy!
The parish of St. Raphael-Holy Angels is sponsoring
TWO [2] pilgrimage trips to Italy.
September 9-17, 2006, includes Rome, Assisi, Sienna &
Florence. November 1-11, 2006 includes Rome, Assisi,
Florence, Padua & Venice.
Call Sister Sandra at the rectory - 609-585-7049
for information and reservations.
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For you gazed on your servant with compassion, and you reached out and took me by the hand.
In The Words of His Holiness
Pope Benedict XVI
On the Resurrection
"The Central Event of Christianity"
FOR APRIL 29th AND APRIL 30th 2006
During Eastertide, the liturgy offers us numerous incentives to strengthen our faith in the risen
Christ. On this Third Sunday of Easter, for example, St.
Luke recounts that the two disciples of Emmaus, after
having recognized "the breaking of the bread," left full
of joy for Jerusalem to inform the others what had happened to them. And, in fact, while they were speaking,
the Lord himself appeared showing his hands and feet
with the signs of the passion.
In face of the apostles' incredulous surprise,
Jesus asked that he be given baked fish and he ate it
before them (cf. Luke 24:35-43). In this and other accounts there is a constant invitation to surmount incredulity and to believe in Christ's resurrection, as disciples are called, in fact, to be witnesses of this extraordinary event.
Christ's resurrection is the central event of
Christianity, a fundamental truth that must be reaffirmed with vigor at all times, as to deny it in different
ways, as has been attempted and continues to be attempted, or to transform it into a merely spiritual event
is to make our faith vain. "If Christ has not been raised,
then our preaching is in vain and your faith is in
vain" (1 Corinthians 15:14).
In the days that followed the Lord's resurrection, the apostles remained gathered together, comforted by the presence of Mary and, after the Ascension, persevered with her in prayer, awaiting Pentecost. The Virgin was for them mother and teacher, a
role she continues to carry out for Christians of all
times. Every year, during Eastertide, we live this experience more intensely and, perhaps, precisely for
this reason, popular tradition has consecrated the
month of May, which normally falls between Easter and
Pentecost, to Mary.
Therefore, the month that begins tomorrow
helps us to rediscover the maternal role that she carries out in our lives so that we may always be docile
disciples and courageous witnesses of the risen Lord.
Let us entrust the needs of the Church and of
the world to Mary, especially at this moment marked by
not a few shadows. Invoking also the intercession of
St. Joseph, who we remember particularly tomorrow,
thinking of the labor world, we address her with the Regina Caeli prayer, which enables us to relish the comforting joy of the presence of the risen Christ.
1ST COLLECTION
2ND COLLECTION
CHILDREN’S ENVELOPES
TOTAL
$16,429.53
$ 3,374.60
$ 190.65
_________
$19,994.78
“ Heavenly Father, help me remember to rely on You; to place my
acts of service into Your hands; and, in peace, to await Your blessings”.
Exclamations of Thanks by Gail Marsh
Prayer for Fourth Sunday of Easter
God and father of our Lord Jesus Christ, though your
people walk in the valley of darkness, no evil should they
fear: for they follow in faith the call of the shepherd
whom You have sent for their hope and strength. Attune
our minds to the sound of His voice, lead our steps in the
path He has shown, that we may know the strength of His
outstretched arm and enjoy the light of His presence forever. Almighty and ever living God, give us new strength
from the courage of Christ our shepherd, and lead us to
join the saints in heaven, where He lives and reigns with
You and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
AMEN
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SUNDAY MAY 7TH
IS
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
FOR VOCATIONS
Please pray that our young men
and women will sense God’s presence and answer His call to serve
their brothers and sisters through
the priesthood and religious life.
Great are you God, and holy is your name. Your mercy reaches to the end of time.
PARISH MINISTRY
EVENTS...
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Classes have now concluded for this school year, and will resume in the fall. Re-registration forms were sent home with
the children this week. Please return the completed forms to
the Religious Education Office ASAP! New registrations will be
taken beginning on May 22nd. See future bulletins for further
information regarding new registrations.
May God bless all who helped to make our Religious Education
program a success this year!
The Holy Name Society – Our next scheduled meeting
will be on Wed, May 10th in the parish center. There will
be no meetings after May 10th, but they will resume in
September, 2006.
The Elderberry Club – We meet at 1:00pm on the 1st
and 3rd Wednesday of the month in the Parish Center.
Parishioners 55yrs and older are invited to join us. Our
next meeting will be on Wed., May 17th.
The Rosary-Altar Society–
Save the Date!
Annual Communion Breakfast
Sunday, October 1st, 2006
After the 9:30am Mass
Knights of Columbus –On May 13 and May 14, Mothers
Day weekend, Council # 6213 will hold its Annual Rose
Sale after all Masses in honor of the unborn. Please be
generous to this worthy cause.
What Is Mystagogy?
Mystagogy completes the formal initiation process of
R.C.I.A. It lasts from Easter Sunday until the end of the
Easter Season, fifty days later, on Pentecost Sunday.
Those who have just shared in the Sacraments of Initiation at the Easter Vigil are now called “neophytes”. This
means they are new converts, or “ones who are beginners” [Webster’s New Dictionary]. During this time, they
reflect on what they have just experienced, and look
ahead as to how they may now share in the mission of
Christ. The newly-initiated focus on the Gospel, the
Eucharist, and deepening their faith in the mysteries of
the Church. The neophyte figuratively “graduates” on
Pentecost: however, ALL fully-initiated Christians continue a “mystagogical journey” throughout the rest of our
lives, personally, as well as together in community as part
of the Body of Christ.
Here at St.Raphael-Holy Angels, our neophytes
continue to meet weekly during Mystagogy, discussing
various topics. Please stop by to see their photographs
that are proudly displayed at both church entrances. Most
importantly, please continue to pray for each of them. We
are blessed to have them here with us!
Usher Ministry - Are you interested in becoming an
Usher? Being a part of the Ushers/Ministers of Hospitality ministry is a wonderful way of being involved with the
preparation for Mass by welcoming our parishioners and
visitors to our two churches, taking the collections and
assisting in their needs. If you are 18 or older and would
like to become an usher, please see one of the Ushers after Mass or call the Rectory and leave a message for
Deacon Rich.
Please see an Usher if you have an emergency or if you are disabled and need
assistance. Also if you are disabled with
special needs, see an Usher before Mass
regarding receiving Communion.
Social Concerns - Our regular 2nd Tuesday BINGO for
the residents of the Mercer County Geriatric Center begins at 6:15pm. Meet on the 2nd Floor of the Center
[Hamilton Ave. near the intersection of Klockner Road].
We will be finished around 8:00pm. This month we are
planning to have a special “shopping bag” Bingo. Lots of
volunteers are always needed and appreciated. Please call
Kathy Wooley at 585-4307 for more information.
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Ah, the lowly you raise-to the heavens, and the proud-hearted have no part with you.
LET US CELEBRATE!
Come celebrate with
St.Raphael-Holy Angels Parish
Saturday, June 3, 2006
as we express a tribute to our Pastor,
Father Jeffrey Kegley
on the 10th Anniversary of his Ordination to the Priesthood.
Mass at 5:00pm on Saturday June 3, 2006
immediately followed by a reception in the Parish Center.
The 10th Anniversary Committee will be publishing an Anniversary Journal
as a memento of this event.
We invite everyone to express their sentiments,
and/or write a special note as a commemoration to our Pastor.
The prices of the ads are:
$200.00 for a full page
$100.00 for a half page
$ 50.00 for a quarter page
$ 25.00 for an eighth page
$ 10.00 for a booster
Please send your ad to:
Ad Journal Committee
C/O The Religious Education Office
St. Raphael – Holy Angels Parish
151 Gropp Ave. Hamilton, NJ 08610
Please make checks payable to:
St. Raphael-Holy Angels
10th Anniversary Celebration.
Any questions please call Mike Scannella at 585-5300 or Dennis Heffernan at 585-7049.
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Ah, how you fill the hungry with your love. With empty hands the rich are sent away.
SCHOOL AND SPORTS NEWS...
St. Raphael’s Lucky Number Calendar winning numbers
Week ending Saturday, April 29, 2006
Date of Winning Number
Winning Number
__________________________________________________
Sunday, April 30, 2006
019
Monday, May 01, 2006
308
Tuesday, May 02, 2006
823
Wednesday, May 03, 2006
521
Thursday, May 04, 2006
273
Friday, May 05, 2006
802
Saturday, May 06, 2006
380
St. Raphael School –Computer Camp
We have a few more spaces left for our camp!
For application and registration,
call Sandra Poole @ 585-4155.
Camp runs from July 3rd-August 11th
9:00am to 2:00pm [before and after care provided]
THANK
YOU!
St. Raphael School would like to thank everyone who
purchased tickets and attended our Thunder Night Out
on Friday , April 28th.
Almost 300 people enjoyed a beautiful evening with
fireworks, food and fun, and YES! the THUNDER
WON! A special thank you to all our parents and other
volunteers who helped to coordinate this program and to
sell 50/50’s. Your generous efforts are what made this
A Successful St. Raphael School and Parish Event!
Congratulations to our student winners, who sold
many tickets.
First place: Danny Danko, 5th grade who got
to throw out the first pitch
Second Place: Hunter Dargay, 1st grade
Tie for Third place: Samantha Costa, 5th grade and
John Sullivan, Kindergarten.
Are you a college student looking to earn money for
the summer?
ST. RAPHAEL SCHOOL PTA
SPRING CLEANING DRIVE
Please continue to make your donations to the St. Raphael School PTA bi-annual used clothing drive. We are
collecting all wearable clothing [Men’s, Women’s, and
Children’s], shoes, and accessories [Handbags, Belts,
Scarves, Ties and Hats], also soft household items
[Bedding, Curtains, Tablecloths, Towels], and stuffed
animals. Please drop off these items [in bags] at the front
of St. Raphael School, 151 Gropp Ave., Hamilton, NJ, on
Saturday May 20, 2006 from 8:00am to 11:00am. The
American Used Clothing Corporation will then pick them
up. Our school earns 10 cents per pound. Questions?
Call Karen Arizini at 609-265-2775. On behalf of our
school staff, students and faculty, we thank you for your
kind support.
St. Raphael-Holy Angels Parish
Sports Association-Fundamentals are the Key basketball camp to be held in the gym at the St. Raphael campus. The camp will run for five separate weeks, June 1923, June 26-30, July 3-7 (except the 4th of July), July 1013 and July 17-21, from 9 am to 3 pm (plus free before
and after care). It is open to boys and girls in grades 2-8
and will feature clinics by Ewing HS coaching legend
Emil Wandishin and Nottingham High’s Nate Webber &
Mike Kelliher. For registration contact Vince Peroni,
Parish Athletic Director, at 585-5479.
ST. RAPHAEL SCHOOL
2ND ANNUAL GOLF OUTING May 19th, 2006
Registration - 7:30AM
Shotgun Start - 9:00AM
At Cream Ridge Golf Club, Cream Ridge, N.J.
Entry Fee - $110.00 per golfer includes 18 Holes of Golf,
Continental Breakfast, Cart, Tee Gift Package, Lunch,
Cocktails, Dinner, Awards and Door Prizes.
Important: Extended deadline for entry-May, 10th. Return
form below with payment to the school, 151 Gropp Ave. Trenton, NJ, Att’n: Hope Costa. For more information, call Hope at
609-581-8926 or 609-585-7733.
NAME:___________________________________________
ADDRESS:_______________________________________
_________________________________________________
PHONE:__________________________________________
I will attend. Enclosed is my check of $110.00
I am unable to play golf but I will support this
event...
We need young energetic people who would like to earn
some money for the summer by painting our school. If
you are interested call Dennis as soon as possible at
Tel. # 609-585-7049.
Attend dinner for $50.00-Cream Ridge Green’s Café
Be a hole sponsor for $100.00 - Name on hole sign.
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You will always be mindful of your mercy, as you promised your people long ago.
Community Events...
Cathedral High School 50th Reunion
Class of 1956
Save the date! October 1st, 2006.
St. Raphael-Holy Angels
Bereavement Support Ministry
Continues It’s
Three Week Program
On Understanding Grief
We are looking for Cathedral High School graduates of the
Class of 1956.Please send us your current address [even if you
think we already have it] and also those of your classmates, if
you know of them. For more information contact Janet Haney
@ 609-585-9798 or send e-mail to [email protected]
Week Two - May 9, 2006
After the 7:00 PM Mass [in the Rectory]
Are you a Catholic Struggling with Infertility?
The Office of Family Life/Respect Life with the parish of
Holy Cross, Rumson, is pleased to offer an Infertility Conference to assist Catholic couples struggling with infertility. Learn
about a new medical system called NaPro Technology [an effective reproductive technology approved by the Church] at an
infertility conference on
Thurs, May 11, 2006
Holy Cross Church
30 Ward Avenue, Rumson, N.J. at 7:00pm.
Presenters will include
Leonie Watson, M.D. of Fertility Care Consulting in Mountainside,NJ,
and Fr. Michael Manning,M.D., Pastor of Holy Cross, Rumson, and Coordinator of Respect Life Ministries
for the Diocese of Trenton.
Stay for a coffee reception where married couples who have
used the program successfully will be present to answer your
individual questions about their experience resolving infertility.
For information call Lori at 732-842-0348 Ext.123 or visit
www.holycrossrumson.org
The Diocese of Trenton Office of Catholic Schools is
searching for a Coordinator of Educational Development. The
successful candidate will have proven skills in the areas of development plans, soliciting major and prospective donors, and
strong verbal and written communication skills. Interested parties should submit their resume and salary expectations to:
Joseph Bianchi, Diocese of Trenton,
PO Box 5147, Trenton, NJ, 08638-0147
Anchor House Annual Ride for Runaways
The mission of Anchor House is to strive to alleviate the problems encountered by runaway and homeless youths, to reunite
them with their families, to strengthen family relationships in
stable living conditions, and to assist youth in planning a course
of action which will help ensure their successful future. Anchor
House is Central Jersey’s shelter for runaway, homeless and
abused youths.
On July 9th, 2006, over 200 cyclists and support crew members will participate in a week-long, 500 mile bicycle trip
starting in Rochester, New York, culminating with a ceremony on July 15th, 2006, at Quaker-bridge Mall. Donations
that are collected go directly to the shelter and its programs.
Representatives from Anchor House will be collecting donations after all Masses weekend of June 24th and 25th. Please
help us to help the kids. Thank you!
“Who Am I Grieving?”
Week Three - May 16, 2006
After the 7:00 PM Mass [in the Convent]
“How Do I Start To Move Forward?”
If you are grieving the loss of a loved one or would like to share
your memories with others, you are invited to join us. All sessions are facilitated by certified pastoral bereavement ministers
and are free of charge.
For More Information call
Eileen Streight at 609-888-0006
Or
Deacon Bob Tharp at 609-890-1011
St. Gregory the Great Parish
Continues the life in the Spirit seminar. As disciples of Jesus
Christ we are called to live life differently, to be a beacon of
hope and light to the world, to make peace through justice and
forgiveness, to build a better world, to treat all people, in all
stages of life, as we would treat Christ, to be powerfully positive in the lives of those around us, and ultimately to the generations to come. Sessions continue on May 9th through June
13th. This is an opportunity to deepen your relationship with
God through the gifts of the Holy Spirit. For more information,
call Betsy Solan at 609-259-9589.
God is Calling You!
If you are a single Roman Catholic man between the ages of 18
and 40 who would like to know more about this exciting and
powerful approach to life in the Lord, join us for this month’s
Vocation Discernment Meeting.
This month we will meet on Saturday, May 20th at 9:30am
in the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption, in Trenton,
NJ. We will gather in the basement of the Cathedral before
heading to the reserved seating in the Cathedral for the Ordination to the Priesthood. Bishop John M. Smith is ordaining three
men to the priesthood. Following the ordination, there will be a
special luncheon at 12:30 pm for the Men’s Discernment Group
held at The Church of Sacred Heart and House of Priestly Formation in Trenton, NJ.
To RSVP or for more information and details, please call Rev.
Mick Lambeth at the Office of Vocations, 609-393-2801 or
contact us at [email protected]. Take a chance.
Come join us and find out more about this awesome way of
serving the Lord.
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Diocesan Events...For you smiled on your servant with compassion, and you reached out and took me by the hand.
An Invitation to All Married and Engaged Couples
from the Office of Family Life/Respect Life…
CONNECTING OTHERS TO JESUS
Building Your Marriage on the Rock:
A Lifelong Spirituality of Marriage
Wednesday, May 10, 2006, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
St. Aloysius Parish, Jackson, NJ
Presented by Fr. Britto Berchmans of the Archdiocese of Chicago
Take your relationship to the next level by seeking and fulfilling
God’s will….Spend a wonderful evening together and be challenged…energized…inspired!
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Fr. Britto Berchmans, a priest of the Archdiocese of Chicago,
holds multiple masters’ degrees in physics, journalism, theology
and a doctorate in mass communications. He speaks extensively
to groups on topics of spirituality, relationships and personal
growth. Fr. Britto’s warm, charismatic and humorous style won
him tremendous praise as keynote speaker at the recent National Association of Catholic Family Life Ministers Conference
in Chicago.
“Everyone should have the privilege of hearing Fr. Britto speak on
marriage. He is so inspiring and real. He makes us realize that marriage can be holy in the best and worst of times, the laughter and
tears, and everything in between.” Linda Richardson, Director,
Office of Family Life/Respect Life, Diocese of Trenton
Learn About the Spirituality of the Six Stages of Marriage:
Courtship and Engagement- The God of Revelation
Marriage- Jesus Christ
Early Marriage- The Holy Spirit
Mid-Marriage- The Christ of Emmaus
Late Marriage- The God of the Covenant
The Twilight years- The God of Calvary
When it comes right down to it, Christian outreach and ministry
to inactive Catholics and the unchurched are focused on one
thing—helping us to find the real Jesus…TOGETHER! Learn
new skills on how to do this, as we reflect on our relationship
with God, desire to share that relationship, and learn to share
God’s love with others in concrete ways.
Speaker: John J. Boucher
Director, Office of Parish Life
Evangelization Ministry, Diocese of Trenton
John holds a Masters Degree in Religious Education and has
served in the Catholic Church in evangelization, spirituality
and adult faith formation on parish, diocesan and national
levels for over thirty years. He has published over 200 religious articles and several books and booklets. He and his
wife, Therese, are parents of five children and live in West
Windsor, NJ.
Location:
Divine Mercy Parish (Holy Cross School Cafeteria)
22 Grand and Arch Streets, Trenton, NJ
Date/Time:
Tuesday, May 23, 2006, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
To register (at no cost) complete the form below and mail, fax
or e-mail information to:
Diocese of Trenton
Office of Parish Life
Evangelization Ministry
701 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Telephone: 609-406-7400, ext. 5585 Fax: 609-406-7415
E-mail: [email protected]
Registration fee of $15 per couple,
$10 per person includes coffee and dessert.
Registration Form- Building Your Marriage on the Rock
St. Aloysius Parish, Jackson, NJ
Connecting Others To Jesus
Divine Mercy Parish, Trenton, NJ - May 23, 2006
_______________________________________________________
First Name/s
Last Name/s
Name:______________________________________________
Address:________________________________________
______________________________________________________
Street Address
City :______________
_______________________________________________________
City/Town
Zip Code
State:________
Zip:__________
Telephone No: ______________________________
E-Mail: ____________________________________________
_______________________________________________________
E-Mail
_______________________________________________________
Home Phone#
Parish Name: _______________________________
Parish City: __________________________________
Detach and mail with check (payable to Diocese of Trenton)
Office of Family Life/Respect Life, 701 Lawrenceville Road,
PO Box 5147, Trenton, NJ 08638-0147,
or contact Mary Beth Micharski at 609-406-7400, ext. 5573.
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Blessed be the great Mother of God, Mary most Holy.
- This week at SAINT RAPHAEL– HOLY ANGELS
Event
Tuesday, May 9, 2006
Heaven’s Echo
[Vocalists/Instrumentalists Needed]
Contemporary Ensemble
Adult Recreational Volleyball
Bingo
Wednesday, May 10, 2006
Cool Kidz for God
[Vocalists & Instumentalists Needed]
Thursday, May 11, 2006
Afternoon Hand Bells [Ringers Needed!]
Evening Hand Bells [Ringers Needed]
Adult Choir [Vocalists needed]
Charismatic Prayer Meeting
Friday, May 12, 2006–
Bingo
Location
Time
Grade 6-12
St. Raphael
Parish Gym
SR Parish Center.
5;30PM - 6:45PM
7:45PM - 9:15PM
7:30PM - 9:30PM
8:00PM [Doors open at 6:00PM]
Grade 2-5
Information
5:30PM - 6:45PM
St. Raphael
St. Raphael
St. Raphael
2:30PM - 3:45PM
5:30PM - 6:45PM
7:45PM - 9:00PM
7:00PM - 9:30PM
SR Parish Center
8:00PM [Doors open at 6:00PM]
Saturday, May 13, 2006– Our Lady of Fatima
Sunday, May 14, 2006 - 5th Sunday of Easter– Mother’s day
RCIA
St. Raphael
9:30AM [Holy Trinity]
Please pray for the deceased of our parish
and their families Anthony J. Cileo Jr.
Anthony R. Jannatty Jr.
Altar Candles this week…
For St Raphael Church
In Memory of Mary Semansky
Req. by her Family
For Holy Angels Church
In Memory of Walter Mastalesz
Req. by Regina Mastalesz
Altar Flowers this week…
For St. Raphael Church
In Memory of Robert Fleming
Req. by his Wife and Children
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