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Baptisms are usually celebrated on the first and third Sunday of each month following the 11:00 AM Mass.

Baptismal classes are usually held on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM in the Parish Center. Registered parishioners wishing to have their child baptized should call the Parish Office, and, at that time, basic information will be asked and the dates will be given for the Baptism class. First-time parents MUST attend this preparation class before the Baptism of the child. It is recommended that this class be taken after the birth of the child.

Godparents and Confirmation Sponsors must be at least 14 years of age, have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation, must attend Mass regularly and, if married, their marriage must be recognized by the Catholic Church. These requirements are the universal law of the Church, and are not determined by the individual parish. If the person you choose as godparent or sponsor fulfills these requirements, they are asked to furnish a statement from their Parish that they are indeed eligible to be a sponsor. A father or mother may not act as sponsor for their own child.

All requests for Sponsor Eligibility Letters are to be made well in advance of the reception of the Sacrament and will be issued in Church after any weekend Mass by Monsignor Lawler, Fr. Jim Tucker, or one of our Deacons.

Every family moving into the parish should register by obtaining a census form from either the priest or deacon after any weekend Mass (in Church). Registration is required for all parish services and sponsor eligibility forms. Sunday worship on a regular basis is the sign of a practicing Catholic. Any young adult 21 years of age or older living at home should register in the parish separately.

Parish Office

Phone: (908) 454-0444 Fax: (908) 454-7745

Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

E-mail: office@stmaryrc.org Website: www.stmaryrc.org

Religious Education Office Mrs. MaryBeth Luzzetti

(908) 454-5264 E-mail: alphareled@verizon.net

St. Mary Pastoral Council

E-mail: StMaryPastoralCouncilAlphaNJ@gmail.com

Mausoleum Hours: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM Daily

(except in inclement weather)

ST. MARY PARISH ORGANIZATIONS

(September through May, except as noted)

Adult Choir: Thursdays at 7:00 PM in Church. New Members welcome! Contact: Gene Giancamilli at 454-1616.

Adult Education: Select Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM in the Church Hall. See the bulletin for meeting dates.

Adult Formation Group: Meets Tuesdays in the Parish Center. 9:30 - 11:00 AM. Contact: Grace Varga 908-777-3817

Altar Rosary Society: 4th Tuesday of each month, 7:00 PM Mass. Meeting follows in Church Hall. Contact: Kathy Farina 908-475-5566.

Columbiettes: 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7:00 PM. Meetings at St. Mary Church Hall and SPSJ - Mercy Hall. Contact: Beverly Redondo 732-239-1759 or Carol Kucheruck 908-454-6882.

Disabilities Ministry: Contact: Chris Sumner at 479-1055.

Footprints Ministry (Cancer Support): Assists parishioners and anyone else who has been diagnosed with cancer as well as caregivers who need support, guidance or information. Contact Sandy Moore at 908-454-7993

Holy Name Society: 2nd Sunday of each month at the 8 AM Mass. Meeting follows in Church Hall. Contact: Ryan Fucilli at 908-454-4233.

Knights of Columbus: Visit www.kofccouncil474.com or contact Al Redondo 732-239-1986 .

Knitting & Crocheting: For information call Anne Carey at 908-454-4045

Martha’s Table: Assists parishioners with dinners after surgery, accident, death, or when dealing with a long-term illness. Contact: Debbie Iorio at 908-479-1506 or Gia Van Haute at 908-835-1136.

Mary’s Helpers: A group of parishioners available to help families with refreshments after a Funeral Mass. Call the office at 454-0444 for more information.

Meals on Wheels: Contact: Lucy at 908-859-6829.

Saints Philip & James Catholic School: Serving Pre-K through 8th grade. For information, call 859-1244.

Sanctuary Guild: Rotating groups clean the Church on Thursdays following the 8:00 AM Mass (once a month). Contact the office at 454-0444 for information.

Social Concerns: Check the bulletin for meeting dates. Contact: Klara Tarsi at 484-373-4267.

Social Justice: 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7 PM in the Parish Center. Contact: Steven Fantina 908-283-1794

Youth Group: Grades 8 - 12. Contact: Nicole Chiulli 908-454-6251 or MaryBeth Luzzetti 908-454-5264

Youth Choir: All grades are invited to participate.

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Thank You To Those Who Serve January 18 & 19

ALTAR SERVERS - GROUP 2 5:00 P.M. Sat: Ella & Katie Burke, Joe & Katie Haley 8:00 A.M. Sun: Heather Cespedes, Amanda & Connor

Johnson, Caitlin & Meghan Maslonka 9:30 A.M. Sun: Giancarlo Calcavecchio, Catherine Mahoney,

Adam Steidle, Fahren Sweet 11:00 A.M. Sun: Kassym Domond, Aedan Hywel, Luke Hywel READERS – GROUP 2 5:00 P.M. Sat: Sandy Moore 8:00 A.M. Sun: Beth Nemeth 9:30 A.M. Sun: Karen Corman 11:00 A.M. Sun: Gina Talijan

EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS – GROUP 2 5:00 P.M. Sat: Ranea Pesaresi, Robert Kearn George & Katherine Cupon 8:00 A.M. Sun: Roberta Bedo, Michele Bisci, Barbara Casey, Joan Tibbott 9:30 A.M. Sun: Tim Gale, Mary Lee DeBosh, TC & Velma Yee 11:00 A.M. Sun: Renee Creveling, Colleen LeBoeuf, Tim Wilson, Volunteer Needed

CHILDREN’S LITURGY LEADERS - GROUP 4 9:30 A.M. Melissa Severs Barbara Opdycke MaryBeth Luzzetti

SANCTUARY GUILD - GROUP 2 : THURSDAY, JANUARY 16 Kim Devlin Kelly Jankoski Nancy Jankoski Bernadette Preiss Cindy Wood

COUNTERS - GROUP C : SUNDAY, JANUARY 19 Bill Miller Brian Ramthun Dan Soto

Let us continue to pray for the safety of the men and women in the Armed Forces who are showing us what it

means to serve others.

“We live in the land of the free because of the brave!”

E4 Jonathan B. Bisci PVP Joel Hummer LT. Lauren Brown 2LT Michael McDermott LT Michael Brown LT Matthew Morgan MAJ Matthew Ferretti CPT George A. Pieros C4C James Foran HM3 Amanda Jo Pludowski CPT Justin Hazlett LT Nick Porcelli SSG Airman Katharina Helmick EM3 Brendan Redington FLT Christopher Housel CPT Spencer Reed FLT Meghan Housel CPL Vincent Settineri CPL Jared Hummer PO1 Jeffrey Smigelsky

If your loved one is currently serving overseas in any branch of the military, you can have a FREE care package mailed by contacting the Easton-based organization Support the Troops. Call 610 438 8885 or send an email to sttroops@gmail.com.

For your Generosity

Additional Christmas: $ 3,220.00 Solemnity of mary: $2,629.00

January 4 & 5: $4,470.11 Together in Charity: $867.00

Grades 1 & 2 Monday, January 13 4:00 PM Grades 3, 4, & 5 Tuesday, January 14 4:00 PM Grades 6 & 7 Wednesday, January 15 4:00 PM Grade 1 & 2 Sunday, January 19 No Class

Sunday, January 12, 2020 - TODAY

First Communion Parents Meeting After 9:30 Mass, Grade 2 class Mass

Looking Ahead...

Saturday, February 8, 2020 Confirmation interviews.

Friday, February 28, 2020 Practice for First Penance Saturday, February 29, 2020 First Penance

Parents of children entering first grade in September, 2019 in either public or Catholic School, who did not receive a registration form by mail, and new parishioners with children entering any elementary grade in September are reminded to register their children for School of Religion.

SUMMER RELIGIOUS ED. REGISTRATION FORMS Can be found on line at

and at all Church entrances.

Fees for the 2019/2020 School Year 1st Child $70.00 + $15.00 Book Fee = $85.00 2nd Child $45.00 + $15.00 Book Fee = $60.00 3rd Child $25.00 + $15.00 Book Fee = $40.00 4th Child No Charge

Please note that we offer 2 options for the

first grade religious education:

• Sunday starting at 9:00 AM

• Monday 4:00PM - 5:00PM

For more information contact MaryBeth Luzzetti@ 908-454-5264

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M ISunday January 12 - Baptism of the Lord

8:00 AM People of the Parish 9:30 AM Thomas M. Weiss Ronald & Nedda Hart 11:00 AM Mary Halasz St. Mary Choir

Monday January 13 - Saint Hilary, Bishop and Doctor of the Church 8:00 AM Ruth Ditzhazy Grace Varga

Tuesday January 14 8:00 AM Elfrieda Pergosky Theresa & Al Richey

Wednesday January 15 8:00 AM MaryAnn Talipan Betty Fulmer, Renee Dech

Thursday January 16 8:00 AM Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Rossetti daughter Agnes Pesaresi & family

Friday January 17 - Saint Anthony, Abbot 8:00 AM Margaret Bevilacqua Nancy Bevilacqua

Saturday January 18 8:00 AM Frances McLaughlin John & Ruth Ann McLaughlin

Saturday January 18 - Vigil Mass for the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 5:00 PM Ralph A. Jiorle Lucy & family

Sunday January 19 - Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 AM Gus Trincheria But Stocker 9:30 AM Richard L. Arnold children & grandchildren 11:00 AM People of the Parish

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Maxwell Alexander, Toni Altman, Ann Apostalakis, Louis Austin, Charles Bachman, Gus Bevilacqua, Nick Carbone, Ann Caroprese, Salvatore Caroprese, Gary Davila, Donald DeGerolamo, Diane Delany, Mary Dorrler, Shirley Emery,

Logan Ernst, Maureen Solomon Ericson, James Fauerbach, Tom and Pat Fey, Bernadette Firretto, Leonard Fucili, Nancy Gawronski, Michelle Gercie, Arthur Gobbi, Carol Gould, Sean Green, Linda Gumulak, Elizabeth Hall, Sandy Hegeman,

Ana Henry, Jim Hintenach, Mary Ann Hub, Chris Kerber, Jack Kriebel, Kathe Kriebel, Darlene Kopach, John Kopach, Sr., Stacie Kopach, Lloyd Kuhnle, Irene LaCaruba, John Lauriano, Jean Leibfarth, Helen & John Long,

Maryann Lotto, Cathryn Luscinski, Joanna Magarowicz, Brianna Maida, Tom & Elaine Mariano, Sandy Marino, Thomas Maxcy, Jr., Diana Mazun, Eric Mazun, Ed McGlynn, Kay Meehan, Michael Meehan, Anne Midtgard, Rose Migliacci,

Sandra Miglione, Louis Minotti, Al Moran, Sharon Moran, Melissa & Trevor Nelson, Lauren Nicole, John Ober, Arthur Pierfy, Helen Pierfy, James Pullaro, Alvin Pursel, Jack Quinn, Todd Raison, Mark Reda, Bonnie Rossi, JohnRuschak, Julie Segreaves, Bob Seidel, Diana Shepherd, Billy Sherwood, Clarissa Shook, Cynthia Smith, Mary Ann Smith, Dan Snyder, Anthony Somma,

Michael Spitzer, Justin Stasak, Darlene Steffes, Kathryn Stine, John Struzinski, Christian Sumner, Doug Swope, Alex Tarletsky, David Thomas, Ethel Thomas, Olga Tolosko, Andrew Turdo, Christine Vincent,

Joseph White & Irene Wilson, Marc Young

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Sunday Is 42:1-4, 6-7; Acts 10:34-38; Mt 3:13-17

Monday 1 Sm 1:1-8; Mk 1:14-20

Tuesday 1 Sm 1:9-20; Mk 1:21-28

Wednesday 1 Sm 3:1-10, 19-20; Mk 1:29-39

Thursday 1 Sm 4:1-11; Mk 1:40-45

Friday 1 Sm 8:4-7, 10-22a; Mk 2:1-12

Saturday 1 Sm 9:1-4, 17-19, 10:1; Mk

SCRIPTURES FOR THE WEEK

Tabernacle Candle burns in loving memory of

Thomas M. Weiss by

Ronald & Nedda Hart

Catholic Prayer & Support Group for Families Affected by Mental Health Issues

The Diocese of Metuchen's Office for Persons with Disabilities is sponsoring a Catholic Prayer and Support Group for Families Affected by Mental Health Issues: On the first Wednesday of each month at 10:00 AM & 7:00 PM (until December) at St. Patrick Church, 327 Greenwich Street, Belvidere, NJ 07823 On the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at

Immaculate Conception Church, 35 Mountain Avenue, Somerville, NJ 08876 in the Talbot Room. Elaine Eckard, President of the Warren County affiliate of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness), the nation’s largest grassroots organization on mental illness, will be facilitator. It is our hope that our newly formed support group will offer many beneficial tips on how to cope with mental health issues that continue to be misunderstood in our culture. For more information please call 732-765-6432 or email: catholicswithdisabilities@gmail.com 24 Hour Prayer Line Our Diocesan Office for Persons with Disabilities has a 24 hour prayer line for those who desire any prayers whatsoever for special intentions. If you have a special request and would like someone remembered in prayer, please call us and leave a detailed message at 732-765-6431 or send an email to our office: catholicswithdisabilities@gmail.com Apostles of Prayer If you would like to become an Apostle of Prayer, making a commitment to pray each day for the thousands of people who request prayers, please contact us so we can send you an application for a prayer kit. Please leave a detailed message at 732-765-6431 or send an email to our office: catholicswithdisabilities@gmail.com More Resources for Persons with Disabilities Our Diocesan Office for Persons with Disabilities has a Facebook page that provides daily updates with short inspirational reflections for people with disabilities, family members and care givers. The site also includes several resources for those with physical, emotional, cognitive, visual, auditory and other special challenges. To access our Facebook page type the following into your search engine: Diocese of Metuchen Office for Persons with Disabilities

THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD

First Reading: Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7 This reading is a brief passage from the Songs of the Suffering Servant. The Servant will establish justice on the earth and open the eyes of those who live in darkness. Second Reading: Acts 10:34-38 In this reading, Peter gives his first sermon to pagans. Asked by a Roman centurian to preach the Gospel to his household, Peter is initially astounded by the request, but after a dream, Peter preaches and baptizes the entire household. Gospel: Matthew 3:13-17 After initially protesting his unworthiness, John baptizes Jesus. After the baptism, the Spirit of God descended upon Jesus and a voice said, “This is my beloved Son. My favor rests on him.”

We have open dates for Altar Flowers starting the week of

January 19, 2020.

Please call the office 908-454-0444 if you would like to have flowers

placed on one of the altars.

January 12, 2020 - Baptism of the Lord

And a voice came from the heavens, saying, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.” Matthew 3:17 Two thoughts come to mind when reading this. First, God, Our Father, is so generous, that he gave his only son, whom he really loves, to us so that we can have eternal life with him in heaven. God, Our Creator, really loves us, too! Second, Jesus was obedient to his Father’s will, even to the point of death. This is a reminder that our own lives are pure gifts from God and meant to serve God and others.

Bus Trip to the Rally for Life in Trenton Wednesday, January 22, 2020

The Diocese of Metuchen’s Office of Human Life and Dignity will be running a bus trip to the Rally for Life in Trenton, NJ on Wednesday, January 22, 2020.

The bus ride is free of charge, but since space is limited all passengers must reserve their seats. Passengers will board the bus at the Diocesan Center in Piscataway at 9:30 AM. The Rally at the State House begins at 11:00 AM and ends at 1:00 PM. Passengers will attend a small reception afterwards. The bus will bring everyone back to the Diocesan Center around 3:00 PM.

If you have any questions or would like to reserve a seat please email amarshall@diometuchen.org or call 732-562-1543.

Just a note...

There are no more intentions for

2020 Tabernacle Candles.

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DAILY ROSARY: Recitation of the Rosary every morning at 7:40 am, prior to the 8:00 am Mass.

ADULT CHOIR: Thursdays at 7 PM, in the choir loft. New members are encouraged and there are no auditions! Call Gene Giancamilli at 908-454-1616

ADULT FORMATION GROUP: Meets Tuesdays, September through June, 9:30 - 11:00 am in the Parish Center. Contact Grace Varga at 908-7773817

FRIENDLY VISITORS - SOCIAL CONCERNS: bring the Eucharist to parishioner in local nursing home and our parishioners who are unable to attend Mass. If you have a family member who would like to receive the Eucharist, please notify the Parish Office at 908-454-0444.

HOLY NAME SOCIETY: Will meet every 2nd Sunday after the 8:00am Mass.

Certification Courses offered

Instructor: Kathleen McHenry Dates upon request

text 908-347-7441 or email: pdm_3@msn.com

Pilgrim Virgin Mary Statue

Anyone interested in receiving this statue in their home may sign up on the sheet which is located on the table at the entrance to the church.

For information please contact Anna Knoble at 908-454-0423.

Coming soon...

Parish Blood Drive February 16, 2020

FOOD PANTRY - SOCIAL JUSTICE

Needed this month: Canned meats, canned tuna, canned vegetables, canned fruits, cranberry sauce, instant potatoes, stuffing mix, canned gravy, canned soup, pie crust mix, canned pumpkin, canned pie filling, powdered milk, shampoo, toilet tissue, toothpaste, dish & laundry detergents. All donations benefit Catholic Charities Food Bank.

If you would like to receive an end-of-year tax statement, please fill out this slip and place it in the collection basket, call the Parish Office at (908) 454-0444 between 9:00AM and 4:00PM or email us at: office@stmaryrc.org

Name: _________________________________

Address: _________________________________ _________________________________ Phone # ______________________________________

“A Church Renewed.”

Join the Retreat Committee on Monday, January 20, at St. Francis Retreat House in Easton, as they offer hopeful

perspectives on how we all can help the Church come alive in a renewed way. Dinner begins at 6:00 pm

followed by a prayer, a presentation, and interactive dialogue from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Donation is

$30. Please register by January 13 at 610- 258-3053, ext. 10 or www.stfrancisretreathouse.org.

ADULT FORMATION GROUP Perhaps you would find it meaningful to learn more about leaders in our Church. This coming year the Adult Formation Group will read and discuss Treasure in Clay. The autobiography of Fulton J. Skeen, surely the most loved and celebrate Catholic prelate of the 20th century. You are welcome to join us as we meet in the Parish Center each Tuesday morning from 9:30 - 11:00 am. If you have any question please contact: Grace Varga 908-777-3817

The Columbiettes of Warren Council #474 will be holding a collection after all Masses this weekend for our Postulates and Seminarians of all the Dioceses of New Jersey.

They need our help to continue their journey of religious life.

Thank you for your generosity in advance.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Do you have 3 hours a week to spare in the morning OR afternoon? Catholic Charities Food Pantry is looking for 3 to 4 individuals to help package food in bags as clients come

to the pantry for assistance. We are open Monday thru Friday. Mondays and Fridays we are in need of help in the morning. Please consider performing a Corporal work of mercy by volunteering to assist those in need of food. Call 908-859-5447 to inquire and obtain a volunteer application.

Youth Group Pasta Supper

Sunday, January 26

Noon - 6:00 PM in the Church Hall. Tickets will be on sale the weekends of January 11/12 & 18/19 after all Masses, or by calling the Parish Center at 454-5264. Tickets will also be available at the door. The cost is $7.00/adult, $5/children 6-12. Children under 5 eat free! “Family ticket” = $20.00!

Anyone who wants to make sauce & meatballs please notify MaryBeth Luzzetti - 454-5264

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