THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF SAINT MARTHA October 12, 2014 — 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time MASS SCHEDULE Sunday Mass: Saturday Vigil Sunday 5:00 pm 7:30 am 9:00 am 10:30 am 12:00 noon 4:00 pm Daily Mass: Monday thru Saturday 8:00 am First Friday Mass: 8:00 am 10:00 am SACRAMENTS Confessions: Saturday, 3:00-4:00 pm or by Appointment Marriages: Please call the parish office to make arrangements one year in advance. Baptisms: 1st & 3rd Sundays at 1:15 pm. Please call the parish office to make arrangements. Parents’ Preparation Session is on the last Friday of the month at 7:00 pm. Anointing of the Sick: Please call the parish office to make arrangements. DEVOTIONS Rosary: Monday-Saturday 7:35 am & following 8:00 am Mass; Sunday 7:05 am Divine Mercy Chaplet: Friday, 3:00 pm Exposition & Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament: 1st Fridays, 8:30 am - 9:30am First Saturday Devotion: Follows 8:00 am Mass Novenas: Follows 8:00 am Masses – Miraculous Medal (Wednesday) & St. Jude (Friday) CLERGY & PASTORAL STAFF Administrator: Rev. David Swantek Assisting Priests: Rev. Bill Bausch Rev. Dominic Fuccile Rev. Gerry Marchand Rev. John Spino Deacons: Fran Groff Ted Kotz Staff: Director of Religious Education: Georgina Kotz Coordinator of Youth Ministry: Bob Morris Director of Liturgical Music: Lou Letizia Business Manager/Accountant: Nancy Dormanski Parish Secretary: Mary Nelson OFFICE HOURS Monday thru Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Tuesday 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Wednesday 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am – 12:00 noon SPECIAL HOLIDAY SCHEDULES & INCLEMENT WEATHER CLOSING: Please telephone the Parish Office 3800 Herbertsville Road Point Pleasant, NJ 08742-5499 Phone: 732-295-3630 Fax: 732-295-9315 www.saintmartha.net Parish Office Closed - Monday, October 13, 2014. St. Martha welcomed Jesus into her home; we welcome all who seek to grow in faith and love. If you’d like to join our parish please call 732-295-3630. 1 St. Martha Church - 522 THIS WEEKEND – OCTOBER 11-12 28TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Reg. Collection: Support of St. Martha Church 2nd Collection: St. Vincent de Paul MASS INTENTIONS READINGS FOR THIS WEEK 1st Reading 2nd Reading Gospel Mon: 1st Reading Sun: Gospel 1st Reading Gospel Wed: 1st Reading Gospel Thur: 1st Reading Gospel Fri: 1st Reading Gospel Sat: 1st Reading Gospel Tue: Saturday, October 11 5:00 pm Anthony & Marie Racaniello Diane LaSpina Sunday, October 12 7:30 am People of the Parish Earl Adams 9:00 am Deceased Members of Brendel & DeBonis Families Joan Herman 10:30 am Theodore E. Johnson, Jr Rose Benanti NOON Richard Cook (10 Year Anniversary) Richard Mannix 4:00 pm Charles T. Lorenzo Raymond Schrader Monday, October 13 8:00 am G. Edward & Anne Snoden Carolyn May Tuesday, October 14 8:00 am Brenna Smith Margaret Frawley Wednesday, October 15 8:00 am Justin Bals Raymond Schrader Thursday, October 16 8:00 am Roy Tofte Mary Powner Friday, October 17 8:00 am Barbara Moriarty Saturday, October 18 8:00 am Nicholas Hand MEMORIAL GIFTS: OCTOBER 11-OCTOBER 17 Blessed Mother Flowers: Justin Bals SVdP Members, Their Families & Guests Altar Bread & Wine: John Cherico Tabernacle Lamp: John D’Ambrosio OUR DEARLY DEPARTED Please remember in your prayers the recently deceased members of our parish. Isaiah 25:6-10a Philippians 4:12-14, 19-20 Matthew 22:1-14 Galatians 4:22-24, 26-27, 31-5:1 Luke 11:29-32 Galatians 5:1-6 Luke 11:37-41 Galatians 5:18-25 Luke 11:42-46 Ephesians 1:1-10 Luke 11:47-54 Ephesians 1:11-14 Luke 12:1-7 2 Timothy 4:10-17b Luke 10:1-9 Need Help? Call St. Vincent de Paul at 732295-3630 ext 33. Our parish is here to help. ST. GREGORY’S PANTRY NEEDS: OCTOBER Cranberry sauce, gravy, potatoes, yams, stuffing VOLUNTEER TRAINING The VIRTUS program assists the Church in being a safe haven for children and a messenger for preventing child sexual abuse within the Church and society in general through a child sexual abuse prevention program: Protecting God’s Children. If you are a member of an organization or ministry that sponsors and/or works directly with children, YOU ARE REQUIRED to attend a training session according to the diocese policy. Please visit virtusonline.org for the listings of upcoming sessions and to register. There will be a VIRTUS training session at St. Martha’s on Saturday, October 18, 2014. Please register at www.virtusonline.org . THE PARISH OF SAINT MARTHA WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND A WARM WELCOME TO BOB MORRIS, OUR NEW YOUTH MINISTRY COORDINATOR LOW-GLUTEN HOST Available upon request before Mass in the sacristy 2 St. Martha Church - 522 THROUGH THE AMPLE OPEN DOOR OF THE PEACEFUL COUNTRY BARN, A SUNLIT PASTURE FIELD WITH CATTLE AND HORSES FEEDING, AND HAZE AND VISTA, AND THE FAR HORIZON FADING AWAY. Walt Whitman’s poem, “a Farm Picture”, is beautiful. Who wouldn’t want to repose in that setting – watching the swish and stomp of the horses’ tails and hooves as they feed on the wet green grass. Having never been a farmer, it seems ideal – picturesque of any small farm in Jersey or Pennsylvania. Yet I imagine farmers themselves would laugh at my idealism – for it takes a lot of work, before dawn and behind the scenes to arrive at that moment of cattle and horses feeding together. In the gospel this week Jesus paints a picture of what God’s kingdom is like – it’s like a great wedding banquet with everyone eating together. Although picturesque, the reality is far from ideal – those invited wouldn’t come. In the ancient world, a king would – multiple times – invite people to the banquet. These guests wouldn’t respond right away, for they would want to see who else was being invited before they committed themselves. . If they didn’t care for the guest list – they stayed home. This is happening in the Gospel parable and it’s the source of the King’s outrage. Jesus’ vision of heaven is one of a great gathering of people – of all people. All are welcome, and they should want all others to join them. This, like the farm, requires a lot of work – a lot of rolling up our sleeves and working alongside others in the mud and straw. Jesus himself was born in a stable – was committed enough to working alongside us as one of us, and he was blessed to find Mary and St. Joseph open enough to work alongside him too in the stable. Since farming requires a lot of listening to the Farmer- to know how and where to plant – what to build and what to tear down and how to integrate the various elements of farm life towards the good of the whole farm, let’s do the same here at St. Martha’s Let’s commit this week to being a bit more welcoming and eager to work alongside each other. First in our families, then in our marriages and parish. Often individuals in families can be zipping along each in his/her own orbits. Let’s brave the hard work of making time to come together – together for a meal, or a movie, or as a whole family going to one of your children’s games or recitals. Please brave too the hard work of marriage and make time to be with your hus- band or wife. Often I hear couples say they only have a few minutes nightly to be with each other – well roll up those sleeves, grab that marker, and block out some time for each other together. It is worth it, and the rest will come in time. Let’s also brave the hard work of coming together as a parish, How do we start? With prayer. (p.s. Go Vikes) PRAYER: Dear Lord, the Scriptures describe your desire to gather your people together as a shepherd gathers his sheep. Help my family to come together more/ my spouse and I to come together more /my parish to come together more this week and enter more fully the life of your kingdom. I ask this, Jesus, in your name. Amen. St. Martha – pray for us. 3 St. Martha Church - 522 ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY Organizations ANNULMENT MINISTRY: please contact the office to learn more. 732-295-3630. BEREAVEMENT GROUP: meets the 1st Sunday of the month at 10:00 am. Please call the office to sign up. 732-295-3630 INTERCESSORY PRAYER GROUP 1st Monday (11:00 am) Contact Annette Richards 732-674-6935. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS meets 2nd Tuesday of the month. MOM’S BIBLE STUDY Tuesdays, (9:30 am -11:00 am) downstairs. Information: Sue Byington (732-8992904); or Paddy Morris (732-295-1103). PARISH BIBLE STUDY Tuesdays, 7:30 pm–9:00 pm. Studying Israel’s story using Liturgical Press Commentary & Little Rock Scripture Study Guide. Info: Michael Tuohy, 908-902-1725. PRECANA CONFERENCE AT ST. MARTHA CHURCH For info call AnnMarie Gimblett, 732-206-0053. R.C.I.A. A process of prayer, study and spiritual formation prepares adults for entrance into community with the Church. Any adult interested in learning about our Catholic faith is invited to call the Parish office. meets November 11 RESPECT LIFE COMMITTEE (Tuesday) in the Conference Room. ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY meets 1st Monday at noon. For information call Sharon Hettenbach, 732892-6490 ROSARY MAKERS meets every other Friday at 10:00 am. Call Sharon Hettenbach, 732-8926490. SENIOR BEEHIVE MINISTRY meets Tuesday and Thursday 9:00 am-3:00 pm; Monday 10:00 am12:00 noon for Line Dancing. Info: Marge 732899-6140 or John 732-674-6934. SEPARATED AND DIVORCED meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays (7:30 pm – 9:00 pm) Contact Arlene, 732-7141747. ST. MARTHA’S LEARNING CENTER for God’s special needs children. Stephanie: 732-279-6406 WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY Thursdays, at 9:00 am. We are using Scott Hahn’s study “He Must Reign,” the Kingdom of God in Scripture. Call Janet, 732-836-0303 to reserve material. WOMEN’S CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Any woman needing support for problems arising from cancer call Joan Perucich 732-295-9526 or Ema Aiello 732-714-2282, to arrange a meeting. Inspired by Gospel values, this lay organization leads all to join to grow spiritually by offering person-to-person service to those who are in need and suffering. 732-295-3630 x33 ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY MILITARY BRIDGE - OCTOBER 17 AT 12:00 NOON Lunch by Joe Leone. Tickets are $12 and may be purchased until October 12 by phoning Kathleen Van Houten at 732-899-8324. “BIRTH OF JESUS” PLAY BY FR. SPINO The cast has been set and rehearsals have begun. The cast is very excited and hopes all parishioners come out to see this wonderful play! December 19, 20, 21 at 7:00 pm December 20 matinee at 1:00 pm K OF C BREAKFAST October 19. $5 adults; $3 children; ($15 family maximum). Follows 7:30 am, 9:00 am, and 10:30 am Masses. Youth Ministry with Bob Morris All High School Youth Are Welcome!! 732-295-3630 ext. 31 I’d like to thank you all for your warm welcomes and prayers. As a 20+ year parishioner of St. Martha’s, I can’t tell you how overjoyed and honored I am to serve the parish in this position. We just had a very successful first night of 8th grade Confirmation prep, and now look forward to the final preps for the high school freshman getting confirmed at the end of this month. Information will be coming soon about the startup of this year’s high school group programs. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions. 4 St. Martha Church - 522 Religious Education Information 732-295-3630 x 50 The Religious Education Office is located within the main office complex. “The Rosary means lingering in the sphere of Mary’s life, the content of which is Christ.” – Romano Guardini KIDS BOX I C P T S G N I H T P X S Y C F C V A Q R R A F X I I C T C A N S Z J G E I T T Z M Z H V E U U W W M R K E T T W N D H The Spirit is Moving at St. Martha’s! Our junior high students have returned and we thank the wonderful parishioners who have stepped up to be group leaders. We could, however, use a few more! Please contact the religious education office (Ext. 50) for more information. Volunteer packets are available outside of the main office. H D D I H N K R T O A N H I C H A J G G M T I K I G L A D N P M V H V D Grades 1 & 5: On October 13th, there will be no religious education classes because of the Columbus Day holiday. S F E Q N O C F U U J Grade 8: Parents and students are asked to come to the 5:00 pm Mass on Saturday, October 18, with a meeting following immediately after Mass in the All-Purpose Room. See you there! Next Session for 8th grade: Nov 20. A B V Y X Z V A Q S R L Grade 7: Parents and students are asked to come to the 5:00 pm Mass on Saturday, November 8, with a meeting following immediately after Mass in the All-Purpose Room. See you there! First Session for 7th grade: Nov 13. S L W I C B K E S F C W E P Q K K P N Z D Y Z P R Words to Find: "I can do all things in Christ who strengthens me" Phil 4:13 Vikings Saint Martha OPEN HOUSE 9th Grade Confirmation Candidates: All sponsor certificates should be collected. Important Dates: Rehearsal/Robe Pick-Up for Group A: Thursday, Oct 16, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Rehearsal/Robe Pick-Up for Group B: Thursday, Oct 23, 6:30pm – 8:00 pm Home Study: There will be a Parent Meeting on October 12 or 19 at 10:00 am St. Rose High School: Thursday, October 16, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. For additional information or to sign up visit www.strose.k12.nj.us or call 732-681-2858 ext. 305. St. Dominic School: 250 Old Squan Rd, Brick Wednesday, October 15, 9:00 am - 11:00 am and 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm For more information, call 732-840-1412 or visit www.stdomschool.org . Donovan Catholic: 711 Hooper Avenue, Toms River Monday, October 20, 7:00 pm. For more information, call 732-349-8801 x 2426 or visit www.donovancatholic.org . 5 St. Martha Church - 522 IS GOD CALLING YOU? If you are a faithful, single, Roman Catholic man, between the ages of 18 and 40, and are asking yourself whether God is calling you to be a priest, you are encouraged to attend the discernment meeting which will be held on Oct. 26, from 4:00 pm-6:00 pm at St Gregory the Great Parish, 4620 Nottingham Way, Hamilton Square, NJ. Join Rev. Michael McClane and Rev. Tom Vala, as they share their experiences of the priesthood, followed by prayer and concluding with a great meal and conversation. Register with the Diocese of Trenton Vocation Office at [email protected] or by calling 609-406-7449. Join us at this exciting time as you discover and respond to His invitation! BISHOP’S ANNIVERSARY BLESSING MASS, 10/19 Bishop David O’Connell will celebrate the Annual Diocesan Anniversary Mass on Sunday, October 19, 2014 at 3:00 pm in St. Robert Bellarmine Church, Freehold, NJ. All Catholic married couples in the Diocese of Trenton celebrating their 1st, 25th, or 50th and beyond wedding anniversary in 2014 are invited to attend. Anniversary couples must register for this event through their parish. HEALING MASSES: St Dominic’s Church with Fr. Pio Mandato Monday, October 20 at 7:00 pm 250 Old Squan Rd, Brick Sacred Heart Church Saturday, October 25 at 8:30 am 751 Main Ave, Bay Head LIFE IN THE SPIRIT SEMINAR Six Fridays–Oct 17 thru Nov 21, 7:00 pm -9:00 pm Visitation Church, 730 Lynwood Ave, Brick Contact Paul Rollis at 732-255-2728 or email [email protected] . Music Notes from Lou’s Desk 732-295-3630 Ext 36 Our Youth Choir This week our youth choir begins a new practice schedule. The youth choir will now hold their practice on Friday afternoons from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. This will commence on Friday, Oct. 17th. Over the past several years, when our youngsters reached the 6th grade level in Religious Ed, the Wednesday practice interfered with the 6th Grade Religious Ed class schedule. Our young people had to either forgo choir totally, split their time between choir & class, or go on a home study in order to fulfill both commitments. We found this to be unacceptable on both sides. We made this decision: 1) To make sure our young people get the necessary class time they need, and 2) To ensure that our youth receive the required practice time necessary to be part of the Music Ministry, and sing Our Lord’s Praises. Our special thanks goes to the parents who have been so co-operative in getting the cherubs to rehearsal. God created each of our young people in His own image. 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