Prayer for Peace - Toms River - St. Joseph Parish | Toms River

August 24, 2014
21st Sunday i n Ordinary Time
Prayer for Peace
1883-2014
Lord Jesus Christ,
We praise You:
Bring peace into the
world By bringing Your
peace into the hearts of
all.
Help us to turn away
from sin And to follow
You in love and service.
Glory be yours, and
honor, For ever and ever.
Amen.
Pastor:
Reverend G. Scott Shaffer
Parochial Vicars:
Reverend Carlos Aguirre
Reverend Pierre -Michel Alabre
Reverend Garry Koch
Mass Schedule
Weekdays: 7:00am & 9:00am
Saturday: 8:00am
Saturday: 5:00pm
Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00noon
5:00pm (Teen Music Ministry)
6:30pm (Mass in Spanish)—La Misa en Espanol
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
Devotions:
Miraculous Medal & St. Jude Novenas:
Tuesday 9:00am
Holy Hour for Life:: 2nd Sunday 3:00pm
Holy Hour for Priests: 4th Sunday 3:00pm
Prayer in the Presence: 2nd Tuesday 7:30pm
Holy Days: Mass times to be announced
Parish Office
Hours: 9:00am - 3:30pm 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
St. Gertrude, Island Heights: (Summer Months)
Saturday 5:30pm Sunday 9:00am
Reconciliation/Confessions:
Saturday: 4:00-4:45pm & 6:00-6:30pm
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?
When you go hiking you probably look for a path with a solid foundation for
your feet to proceed to your destination. You need that “rock”-like support and
you’re grateful when you choose a path that gets you there safely. What does
your path look like: overgrown, dark, unsure? Is your path too short or doesn’t
take you where you want to be? Seek, know, and find Christ. He is your life-path
now and forever.
ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
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MASS INTENTIONS
FROM THE
PASTOR
...
My Dear Parish Family,
This is the week that so many of our recent graduates
from high school are heading back to college. As you go,
know that we send you with our prayers for safety, good
fun and good grades. Be happy, work hard and know that
your church family at home cares for you and wishes you
all good things. Make sure to say your prayers and get to
Mass. You’ll be surprised how many of your friends may
be just waiting for someone to invite them to go with
them to Church. Be that one!
A very special thank you to all who supported the
efforts of the Comboni Missionaries in last week’s annual
Missionary cooperative Appeal. Fr. Daniele Moschetti was
touched by your many kindnesses you showed to him
after mass. Please pray for him and all missionaries as they
answer that special call to spread God’s love in foreign
lands. Fr. Daniele, who was making his first visit ever to
the United States enjoyed our Sunday afternoon visit to
Seaside Heights, the boardwalk and some great pizza!
I am sure that some of you have heard rumors about
the 7pm Mass Saturday evenings. Earlier in the year we
had decided to discontinue the mass for the summer
season. I know this was difficult for some of you who
were regular in your attendance at that time. Change
always presents challenge. I have decided, after much
prayerful deliberation and consultation with my brother
priests and staff, not to bring back the 7pm Saturday
liturgy. Please understand and invite God into this change.
God bless you all.
Fr. Scott
MONDAY—August 25
7:00
Paul Scolaro—Terry Leavy
9:00
Patricia & James Jansen—Suskevich Family
TUESDAY—August 26
7:00
Robert Holtz—Fred & Joan Lindsay
9:00
Rose Schmidt—Yvette Kelbash
WEDNESDAY— August 27
7:00
Gordan Raymond McGill—Family
9:00
Carmine Torres—Family
THURSDAY—August 28
7:00
Theresa Kloby—Brian, Cindy & Family
9:00
Gloria Walls—Bailey, Stoms & Tambini
Families
FRIDAY— August 29
7:00
Antonia Cutul—Nephew, Joseph
9:00
Lena & Michael Rogers—Family
SATURDAY—August 30
8:00
Elizabeth Woram—Family
5:00
Pietro, Rose & Steven Appignani—Family
St. Gertrude—Island Heights
5:30
William F. Meyer—Wife & Family
SUNDAY—August 31
7:30
Guido Bernoni—Family
9:00
Carmine Dragotta—Wife & Family
10:30 Jay Hughes—Nancy & Mark Cornelius
12:00 Robert Pizziarelli—D’Anton Family
5:00
Gene Daquilo—Costa Family
6:30
Parishioners — (Mass in Spanish)
St. Gertrude—Island Heights
9:00
Hartnett & Gajano Families—Fran Gajano
The Parish Office will close at 12:30pm on Fridays
during the month of August.
PRIEST/CELEBRANT
Subject to Change
Aug. 30/31
Fr. Pierre
Fr. Tom
Fr. Garry
Fr. Carlos
Fr. Scott
Fr. Garry
Fr. Pierre
Fr. Scott
Fr. Carlos
5:00pm
5:30pm St.. Gertrude
7:30am
9:00am
9:00am St. Gertrude
10:30am
12:00pm
5:00pm
6:30pm
ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
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MARRIAGES
IN MEMORIAM
Couples wishing to marry in the Church, please call to
make arrangements one year prior to marriage date at 732349-0018 ext. 2202.
Are you planning a destination wedding? Call us first to
discuss your options.
Please remember in your prayers those who have
died:
Joseph Kelly
Brenda Daly Caligaris
Mario Papa
Christine Taylor
BANNS OF MARRIAGE
And for all the deceased members of our parish,
the souls in purgatory and those who died in the
service of our country. May God grant them
eternal rest. Amen.
I
I
II
Brian O’Leary and Lindsey Harrigan
Francisco Castrotones and Faista Vargas
Gordon Sutherland and Ara Lynn Reynolds
BAPTISMS
The Sacrament of Baptism is regularly celebrated the
1st, 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month at 1:30pm
BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS for Parents is
held on the First Tuesday of each month at 7:00pm in
the Church. Parents please call the parish office to
register ext. 2202.
We welcome the newest members of our parish family
who were baptized here at Saint Joseph’s Church.
Ashley Campos Vidal
Andrea Breton
Abdiel Mexquititla
ADORATION CHAPEL
ADORERS ARE NEEDED FOR
THESE HOURS:
Mon 8:00pm—9:00pm
Tues 11:00am—12:00noon
Wed 3:00am—4:00am
Wed 9:00am—10:00am
Sat 1:00am—2:00am
Sat 6:00pm—7:00pm
Call John & Peggy 732-581-9463 or Ann 732-473-9727
Memorial Opportunities
Flowers and/or Sanctuary Candles
If you wish to reserve flowers for the sanctuary or have
the tabernacle lamp burn in honor/memory of a loved
one, please call 732-349-0018 ext. 2202
The Tabernacle Lamp burns the week of August
25 thru August 31, 2014 in memory of Antoinette
Gallucci requested by Joan Albanese.
Be a light wherever you stand and whenever you
stand...Be an example of truth, kindness and
justice. Be a reflection of the Savior.—Justin
Steckbauer
READINGS FOR MASSES THIS WEEK
Sunday: Is 22:19-23/Ps 138:1-3,6-8/Rom 11:33-36/Mt 16:13-20
Monday: 2Thes 1:1-5,11-12/Ps 96:1-5/Mt 23:13-22
Tuesday: 2Thes 2:1-3a,14-17/Ps 96:10-13/Mt 22:23-26
Wednesday: 2Thes 3:6-10,16-18/Ps 128:1-2,4-5/Mt 23:27-32
Thursday: 1Cor 1:1-9/Ps 145:2-7/Mt 24:42-51
Friday: 1Cor 1:17-25/Ps 33:1-2,4-5,10-11/Mk 6:17-29
Saturday: 1Cor 1:26-31/Ps 33:12-13,18-21/Mt 25:14-30
Sunday: Jer 20:7-9/Ps 63:2-6,8-9/Rom 12:1-2/Mt 16:21-27
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FAITH FORMATION
7th and 8th Grade Sunday Session News
and
graders attending the Sunday evening session will begin on Sunday September 21, 2014.
A letter with details and a full calendar will be mailed home this week.
7th
8th
Tuesday Session (grades 1 to 8) and Wednesday Session (Grades 1 to 6)
Children attending Religious Education classes on Tuesday or Wednesday evenings will begin class on October
7, 2014 and October 8, 2014. Letters will be mailed home this week with details and a calendar.
Please call Nancy at extension 2225 with any questions!
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Am I worthy of Love? Explore the truth and meaning of human sexuality. “The Rich Gift of Love” Join
Totus Tuus, Women’s Faith Sharing Group as we follow Sr. Jane Dominic Laurel as she discusses the
nature of love, marriage and family according to Pope John Paul II’s Theology of the Body. First meeting is
Thursday, September 4, 2014 7pm at 16 Lafayette Avenue. All women are welcome! Contact Carrie Colonno
at [email protected] with questions.
Interfaith Hospitality Network of Ocean County provides shelter, meals and assistance to homeless families.
St. Joseph’s Parish will host families the week of August 24, 2014. Please join us in welcoming them by
assisting in meal preparation, food shopping, set up, or sleepovers. Call Kevin at 732-286-1877 if interested.
There will be a meeting Sunday, August 31 at 1:00pm at 409 Lexington Avenue for all members of Interfaith
and any other interested parishioners for a discussion and feedback on the visit.
St. Joseph’s Social Concerns Volunteers will be in the gathering space following each Mass next weekend
August 30/31 accepting donations toward the Sunday Supper Program. Sunday Suppers are held once each
months usually the fourth Sunday of the month at Donovan Catholic Cafeteria. Last year this ministry served
over 1500 meals to those in need. Please help us keep this ministry in operation.
Consolation Ministries Calendar—2014 Bereavement Groups will meet 8 consecutive Tuesday evenings
7:00pm to 8:30pm September 2,9,16,23,30 and October 7,14, 21. There is also a Bereavement Group that
meets 8 consecutive Thursday mornings 10:00am to 11:30am September 4,11,18,25 and October 2,9,16,23. Any
questions please call Mary in Pastoral Care 732-349-0018 ext. 2223.
ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
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FROM
FROM
DONOVAN
MSGR.
DONOVAN
CATHOLIC...
HIGH SCHOOL ...
FROM
FROM
SAINT JOSEPH
SAINT
GRADE JOSEPH’S
SCHOOL...
GRADE SCHOOL...
New Family Orientation
Getting Ready for School
JUMPSTART PROGRAM
August 25th – 29th
Students report from 8:30 am to 2:15 pm
All new families to SJGS are invited
to an Orientation
on Tuesday, August 26 at 10AM.
International Student Orientation
Monday, September 1, 2014
9:00 am
Welcome Back to School
Freshmen Report
September 3, 2014
Early Dismissal
All Students
September 4, 2014
Full Day
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Saint Joseph Grade School begins the
2014-2015 School Year on Wednesday,
September 3 with an Open House between
9-11AM. Families are welcome to visit the
school and meet the teachers!
Grades 5-8 return for the first day of school on
Thursday, September 4
and we welcome our Kindergarten - Grade 4
on Friday, September 5.
We anticipate an exciting new school year!
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HEALTH PHYSICALS
ALL students enrolled in Donovan Catholic
must have a current up-to-date
health physical on file in the health office.
The NJSIAA requires an annual physical
examination for sport participants.
Sports physicals must be turned in prior to
summer workouts,
tryouts and season participation.
Access the physical examination form on the
school website: Athletics
Flynn & O’Hara Uniforms
has relocated.
New Address is:
2145 Route 35
Holmdel, NJ 07733
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Save the Date
The 4th Annual Spartan 5K will be held on
Saturday, October 18, 2014.
Enjoy a nice run, jog, or walk through scenic
Toms River, the course is flat with some hills.
1 Mile FUN RUN @ 9:30AM
5K @ 10AM
Donovan Catholic Track
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PARISH NEWS
Saint Joseph’s Rosary Altar Society “Super Summer Raffle” Friday,
September 5, 2014. If you have not already returned your raffle tickets,
please do so as soon as possible.
Rosary Altar Society Membership Drive is in progress! All women of
the parish are invited to join us in devotion to the Blessed Mother and
the Rosary. Meetings are the first Sunday of the month September
through May following the 9:00am mass in Donovan Catholic dining hall.
September 7, 2014 is our next meeting. Contact Theresa 732-505-2858
for more information.
Save the Date….Rosary Society’s 26th Annual Fall Art & Craft
Festival November 1, 2014 9:00am to 3:00pm at Donovan Catholic.
Interested artists and crafters please contact Christina at 732-557-9290.
DO YOU LIKE TO READ? Please join our Book Discussion! Here is
what we will be reading this fall. September 9 Gift from the Sea by Anne
Marrow Lindebrgh and The Paris Wife: A Novel by Paula McLain.
October 14 The Tiger’s Wife by Tea Obreht; November 11 Elizabeth
Street by Laurie Fabiano. We meet 7pm at 16 Lafayette Avenue. All are
welcome.
The Prison Ministry of St. Joseph’s which originated 12 years ago and
has been serving the spiritual needs of inmates at the Ocean County Jail
is looking for women who will join us to share faith and journey
spiritually with the women population of the jail. For additional
information please call the Parish Office ext. 2204.
AROUND TOWN
Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey need volunteers. They have an
unusually high volume of requests and the agency is experiencing an
extreme shortage of volunteers. The primary need is for drivers to take
seniors to medical appointments or pick-up groceries from the
supermarket. If you have a few hours or minutes that you can spare, call
Mary Malagiere at 732-505-2273 or email [email protected].
Mark Your Calendars: Crop Walk Sunday, October 19, 2014. The
funds raised help to shelter and feed homeless families through the
Interfaith Hospitality Network.
Join us—Array of Hope, a Catholic multimedia musical concert featuring
nationally acclaimed Christian artist, Matt Maher, September 19, 2014 at
8:00pm at the Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood. Bring your
friends and family to this wonderful evening of music, entertainment and
faith. To purchase tickets www.itickets.com 1-800-965-9324.
ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
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HORARIO DE MISAS
MENSAJE DEL
PASTOR …
Mi Querida Familia Parroquial,
Durante esta semana muchos de nuestros graduados de
secundaria empezaran la Universidad. A medida que
avanzan en esta nueva etapa de sus vidas, queremos que
sepan que los estamos enviando con nuestras bendiciones
para que no les pase nada, para que tengan una experiencia
única y para que saquen las mejores notas. Queremos que
estén contentos, y trabajen duro y que sepan que su familia
parroquiana desde acá se preocupa por cada uno de ustedes
y les desea lo mejor. Asegúrense de orar e ir a misa. Se
sorprenderán con la cantidad de amigos y compañeros que
están esperando que alguien los invite a ir a misa con ellos.
Se esa persona!
Un agradecimiento muy especial a todos los que
apoyaron la semana pasada los esfuerzos del grupo
misionero Comboni en la recolecta misionera anual. El
padre Daniele Moschetti fue tocado por tantos gestos de
generosidad después de cada misa. Por favor oremos por él
y por todos los misioneros que responden al llamado de
propagar el Amor de Dios en tierras extranjeras. El padre
Daniele, en su primera visita a los Estados Unidos disfruto
ir a Seaside Heights, y a su sendero. También disfruto de
una deliciosa pizza.
Estoy seguro que muchos de ustedes han escuchado el
rumor acerca de la misa de las 7:00pm los sábados. A
principios del año se había decidido descontinuar esta misa
durante el verano. Sé que esto fue difícil para los que
asistían a ella. Los cambios siempre representan un desafío.
Después de reflexionar mucho por medio de la oración y
consultar con mis hermanos sacerdotes y los empleados de
la iglesia, he decidido no retomar la liturgia de los sábados a
las 7:00pm. Les pido comprensión y también que inviten a
Dios en este cambio.
Dios Los bendiga.
Fr. Scott
En la Semana: 7:00 am & 9:00 am. Todos los
días de la semana ( inglés).
Sábado: 8:00 am, 5:00 & 7:00 pm ( inglés)
Domingo: 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:00
pm, 5:00 pm ( ingles)
Domingo: 6:30 pm español
SACRAMENTOS
Bautizos (en español): El Sacramento del
Bautismo se celebra el 1ro, 2do y 4to domingo
del mes, en la Misa de 6:30 pm. Para mayor
información, llamar a la oficina parroquial.
Unción de los Enfermos: Comunicarse con la
oficina parroquial.
Reconciliación/Confesión: De lunes a Jueves
9:30am-3:00 pm. Por Favor pedir cita 732-3490018 ext.. 2221.
Matrimonios: Las parejas que piensen contraer
matrimonio deben solicitar primero una cita con
el Padre Carlos. Para mayor información
comuníquese con la oficina parroquial..
Registro parroquial: Todos los feligreses
deben registrarse en la Parroquia. Cualquier
cambio en su dirección por favor notificarnos.
Para mas información llamar al 732- 349-0018
ext. 2226.
Clases de Educación Religiosa (CCD):
Comuníquese a la oficina parroquial con Celine
Fowler al 732-349-0018 ext. 2224 .
Grupo Juvenil en inglés: Actividades durante
todo el año para los jóvenes que cursan del
grado 7-12. Para más información lcomunicarse
con Catherine Werner 732- 349-0018 ext. 2229
( habla español ).
Rito De La Iniciación Cristiana De AdultosEs un proceso para adultos que deseen por
primer vez recibir los sacramentos de iniciación
en la fe católica o han sido bautizados en otra fe
cristiana. También permite para las personas que
han sido bautizados y les falta el Sacramento de
Comunión y Confirmación. Este proceso
también se hace disponible para los
jóvenes de escuela secundaria (High
School). Si usted está interesado o conoce
alguien, por favor comuníquese con la Sra.
Marge. Teléfono 732-349-0018 ext. 2236 .
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ANUNCIOS DE VIDA COMUNITARIA
OFICINA HISPANA: “POR PRIMERA VEZ LOS HISPANOS PODREMOS SENTIRNOS COMO EN CASA”
Por primera vez tendremos en las oficinas de la parroquia un espacio para nosotros los hispanos, donde
recibiremos ayuda en nuestro propio idioma, el cual es el medio de expresión de nuestra cultura y de nuestra fe.
Nuestra oficina hispana será el centro de coordinación para todas las actividades pastorales y litúrgicas a nivel
parroquial y diocesano. Además, nos brindará la oportunidad de recibir todo tipo de información para bautizos,
primeras comuniones, confirmaciones, quinceañeros, matrimonios, renovación de promesas matrimoniales y todas
las actividades de cada uno de los ministerios; o si necesitas una bendición a tu casa, visita, guía espiritual,
confesión, etc. Te invitamos a participar de esta gran oportunidad.
Puedes comunicarte con nuestra oficina a cargo de Juliana Moreno al 732-349-0018 ext.2213 o al correo
electrónico [email protected]
RETIRO PARA PAREJAS: “Fortalece tu relación y ratifica tu amor”, ven y participa de este encuentro para
parejas donde tendrán la oportunidad de disfrutar de un tiempo juntos, lejos de las distracciones y tensiones de la
vida cotidiana, a fin de reafirmar los lazos de amor, amistad y protección conyugal. El retiro estará dividido en dos
grupos (por pareja solo tendrán que participar en un grupo):
Grupo 1: Septiembre 7 y 14 de 2:30 pm en adelante.
Grupo 2: Septiembre 21 y 28 de 2:30 pm en adelante.
El retiro no tendrá ningún costo y habrán sorpresas al final. El lugar del retiro será en la casa detrás de la iglesia 16
Lafayette Toms River, NJ 08753.
CATEQUESIS PARA TODOS: Recuerden que en el momento de ponernos de rodillas durante la Misa
debemos asegurarnos de que al bajar los reclinatorios no hagan ruido.
En la Iglesia no se corre, ni se grita es la casa de Dios.
Si su usted tienes niños que se ponen inquietos durante la misa, recuerde que tenemos el cuarto donde se
puede escuchar y ver la Santa Misa, allí puedes prepararlos a vivir la Eucaristía con el respeto que se
merece.
FIESTA DE NUESTRA SEÑORA DE GUADALUPE: Como sabemos la fiesta de nuestra Señora de
Guadalupe es el 12 de diciembre del presente año, aunque todavía falten algunos meses tenemos que
prepararnos para esta gran celebración. Este año los encargados de preparar y elaborar la fiesta será un comité al
que TODOS están cordialmente invitados a participar. Si tú estas interesado en dar ideas, ayudar con la
preparación, colaborar con los diferentes platos y trajes típicos, hacer una donación o simplemente quieres
colaborar con lo que te pongan hacer, comuníquese con el Padre Carlos Aguirre al 732-349-0018 ext.2221; o
con Juliana Moreno al 732-349-0018 ext.2213 o al correo electrónico [email protected]
¡De toda la comunidad depende el éxito de nuestra celebración!
LA HERMANDAD DEL SEÑOR DE LOS MILAGROS: Invita a todos los miembros de nuestra
comunidad hispana a seguir al Señor por medio de la Hermandad del Señor de los Milagros, recuerda que Cristo
murió en la cruz por ti y por mi. Rinde un homenaje a Jesús Crucificado perteneciendo a la Hermandad.
CAPILLA DE ADORACIÓN PERPETUA: El Santísimo Sacramento del Altar está abierto todos los días
de la semana y las 24 horas del día, todos están invitados a adorarlo. La capilla esta ubicada al costado de las
oficinas parroquiales. Si quieres comprometer una hora a la semana comunícate con John y Peggy al 732-5819463.
¿PUEDES VELAR UNA HORA CONMIGO?
Una hora semanal ante el Santísimo, deja tu hoja de compromiso ante el Señor.
ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
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St. Joseph’s Parish Directory
Main Tel: 732-349-0018
Cantors: Lead congregational singing at
masses. For information call Tom ext. 2306
Reverend G. Scott Shaffer, Pastor,
[email protected]
Caregivers: Aid to elderly and homebound
732-505-2273
Reverend Carlos Aguirre, Parochial Vicar,
[email protected]
Choir :
Adult Choir: Meets every Thursday, 7:15
PM in the Church September - June. For
information call Tom ext. 2306
Reverend Pierre Alabre , Parochial Vicar,
[email protected]
Reverend Garry Koch, Parochial Vicar,
[email protected]
Director Faith Formation, Marge Halloran
ext. 2236 [email protected]
Director Religious Ed.ucation, Celine Fowler
ext.. 2224 [email protected]
Business Administrator: Jacqueline Mack
ext. 2216
Carpenter Shop: (Religious Articles Store)
Hours Sept. thru June Monday—Friday
9:30AM-3:00PM, Sun. 8:30AM-1:30PM
July and August Tuesday & Thursday
9:30AM-3:00PM, Sun 8:30AM-1:30PM
732-914-2457
Church Manager: ext. 2307
Liturgical Music Director: Thomas E. Halpin,
ext. 2306, [email protected]
Office Manager: Elizabeth Hemberger, ext.
2202 [email protected]
St. Joseph Cemetery: 732-244-3008
Manager Debra Evans,
www.stjosephcemeterytr.org
Parish Ministries & Organizations
Adoration Chapel: John/Peggy
732-581-9463; Ann 732-473-9727; or
Deacon Romy 732-240-4387
Children’s Choir: Grades 2-6
Meets October to May. For information call
Tom ext. 2306
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy
Communion: call Mary ext. 2223
Flame of Love Prayer Group: Richard/
Doris, 732-349-6860. Prayer meeting every
Monday at 7:30 PM, Room G, Church
basement
Food Collection: First Sunday of each
month. Parish van will be in front of
Church to accept donations. Other
donations may be brought to the Food
Pantry 10am-12noon ext. 2207
Greeter Ministry: Eileen 732-914-2008
Hermandad Senor de los Milagros’: 1st Saturday
7:00PM, 16 Lafayette Avenue
Hispanic Prayer Group: 7:00PM every
Friday, 16 Lafayette Avenue
Interfaith Hospitality Network: Assist Parish in
helping homeless families Kevin 732-286-1877
Knights of Columbus, Council #4969
732-929-9811
1st & 3rd Wednesday at 8:00 PM
At the council home www.KofC4969.org
Lay Dominicans: meet 2nd Saturday of each
month 8:30AM to 10:30AM call Kelly
Murphy 732-914-0041
Pastoral Care Office: Mary ext. 2223
Altar Servers: Deacon Tom Genovese,
ext. 2255
Bereavement Support: Mary ext. 2223
Book Club: Mary 732-341-4332
Meets 2nd Tuesday, 7:00 PM, September June, 16 Lafayette Ave.
Prayer Shawl Ministry: Sept-June, 3rd
Thurs., 3PM 16 Lafayette Ave., Jean 732288-0022
Pre-Cana: Bill & Lucy 732-473-0071
Prison Ministry: Call Pastoral Care Office
ext. 2223
Readers: Deacon Tom Genovese ext. 2255
Teen readers call: Pat 732-341-9459 or
Marge 732-349-6410
Respect Life: Mario 732-557-6689. Meets
on 2nd Thursday of the month
Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA):
For teens and adults seeking Baptism and/
or Communion and Confirmation.
Additional information, call ext. 2236 or
[email protected]
RCIA for Children age 7 and older: seeking
Baptism Call Marge ext. 2236 or
mhalloran @stjosephtomsriver.org
Rosary Altar Society: Lorraine Sausa 732279-3292 Meets 1st Sunday of the month,
September - May, Donovan Catholic
Dining Hall, at 10:00am after the 9:00am
Rosary Mass
Separated and Divorced: For information
call Deacon Michael Taylor ext. 2254
Social Concerns: ext. 2227 or ext. 2233
Meets 1st Wednesday of the month, Sept. June, 4:00 PM Parish Office
St. Vincent de Paul Society: ext. 2260
General meeting, 4th Thursday of every
month. 7:00 PM, Parish Office
Teen Music Ministry: Deacon Gerry
732-473-9727, Grades 7-12
Totus Tuus: Women’s Faith Sharing Group
Call Carrie Colonno 732-740-2024
Usher Ministry: To volunteer or for
additional info call ext. 2204
Veritas Men’s Faith Sharing Group: meets
on the 3rd Monday of each month, 16
Lafayette Ave. Call Dave 732-608-0085
Youth Ministry: High School and Junior
High activities all year. All students grades
7 - 12. To join/volunteer or for info, call
Catherine at ext. 2229