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Pastoral Staff Pastor Father Vincent T. Euk Parochial Vicar Fr. John Chang Weekend Assistant Fr. Bill O’Brien Deacons Tom Cechulski, Sr. Charles R. Daye , Jr. John Franey Gino (Louis) Esposito School Principal Sister Cherree Power, C.R. Religious Education Sr. Ann Norton, D.R.E. Linda Clayton Business Manager Deacon Gino Esposito Director of Music Emer O’Mahony Youth Ministry Coordinator Sister Ann Norton Phone Contacts Rectory—732-363-4200 Convent—732-364-2361 School—732-364-4130 Religious Education— 732-364-4137 Rectory Fax 732-370-3891 Rectory Office Hours: M-F 9:00-4:30 PM Second & Fourth Saturday 9AM—12:30 PM Baptisms: Every 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month,.
Weekend Masses: Saturdays: 4:00 PM Sundays: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30, 12 noon, 5PM
Daily Masses: Mon-Fri—7:20 AM & 12 Noon, Sat: 8AM Holy Days: As announced in the bulletin.
Healing Mass –every third Tuesday at 7:30PM
Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 30, 2017
Mass Intentions for this Week July 30, 2017
MONDAY……………………………………………………….St. Ignatius of Loyola, pr. 7:20 Standislawa Badach ....................................... Shannon Family 12:00 Int. of Priest TUESDAY…………………………………….…St. Alphonsus Liguori, b. & dr. 7:20 Shirley Mullen..................................................... Hoefler Family 12:00 Int. of Priest WEDNESDAY 7:20 Monica Drumm ...................................................... Papp Family 12:00 Int. of Priest THURSDAY 7:20 Leo Lamb………………………………………………………Lamb Family 12:00 Int. of Priest FRIDAY ………………………………………………………...……..St. John Vianney, pr. 7:20 Gary Schiavone………………………..………...…… Orenstein Family 12:00 Int. of Priest
SATURDAY 8:00AM Helen Scanlo ............................................. Orenstein Family 4PM Ellen Burke………………………..………………………………..Ed Burke SUNDAY 7:30 Viola Pasani ..................................... Christina Krause & Family 9:00 Fred Lehmann ...................................... John & Marianne Grady 10:30 Pat Neidermeyer ................................................ Matt Wharton 12:00 For the People of the Parish 5:00PM Fannie DeFrancisco .................. Anthony & Marie Napolitano
Sanctuary Candle– Week of July 30, 2017
Special Intentions
Chapel Candles– Week of July 30, 2017 In mem. Of Timothy O’Hare………………………………………...……...Mom
Events for this coming Week– See our website www.stveronica.com
Sacrificial Offering Update
Offering for 7/16/17: $15,494.00
Last Week’s Offering: $15,902.00
Thank you for your continued support.
Readings for the Week of July 30, 2017
Sunday: 1 Kgs 3:5, 7-12; Rom 8:28-30; Mt 13:44-52
Monday: Ex 32:15-24, 30-34; Mt 13:31-35
Tuesday: Ex 33:7-11; 34:5b-9, 28; Mt 13:36-43
Wednesday: Ex 34:29-35; Mt 13:44-46
Thursday: Ex 40: 16-21, 34-38; Mt 13:47-53
Friday: Lv 23:1, 4-11, 15-16, 27, 34b-37; Mt 13:54-58
Saturday: Lv 25:1, 8-17; Mt 14:1-12
Next Sunday: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14; 2 Pt 1:16-19; Mt 17:1-9
Pastor’s Notes
Life after death was not part of Jewish thinking at the
time of Solomon. In their thought long life, wealth and
children to carry on the family name was the reward of
right living. What if we were offered three wishes that
would be granted to us like we see in the fairy tales? It
is almost like wishing to win a state lottery. So what
would we wish for? Our wishes will reflect our deeper
desires. What would God think of our choices?
God appears to Solomon in a dream. This was God’s
primary way of communicating before the prophets
became prominent. You would think that Solomon
would ask for the things we would ask for, e.g., financial
security, secure boarders, a good health plan, a
respectful press, etc.. He is a new king and he is very
young. He probably is very worried about his inner
court. Will they take advantage of him? However, he
does not ask for the obvious, e.g., kill my enemies, give
me power and riches. Rather, he asks for wisdom and
discernment. Solomon has the humility to recognize his
littleness, youth and lack of experience. He asks for an
understanding heart to enable him to hear intelligently,
to judge people, to see their inner motives and their
actions so he could deal with them wisely. He asks for
the ability to distinguish right from wrong and to be
obedient to God’s laws and will.
There is another astute observation about Solomon’s
request. It seems to encompass not only wisdom, but
wisdom and virtue. Plato taught that knowledge was the
most important thing to have, but Aristotle taught that
complete knowledge is impossible. Aristotle taught his
son that wisdom is both knowledge and virtue. This
thinking has been adopted by the Church and something
we incorporate in our school.
The reading from the Romans points out that all of us
are called according to God’s purpose. Since the 1973
decision to permit abortions, about 50,000,000 children
have died, each with a purpose unfulfilled on this
earth. Imagine, if they had lived, all the talents we would
be sharing with them. Imagine what our tax base and
Social Security System would be like. There would not
even be a temptation to euthanize our sick and elderly
to save money because we would value them. Even
better we probably would have found many ways to treat
illnesses with all that hidden talent.
When Solomon finishes the construction of the Temple,
he says a beautiful prayer that all world leaders should
meditate on (1 Kings 8). It also gives a good description
of what a church should be and what potential we could
have if more people would visit it.
Fr. Euk
The surpassing treasure of God's kingdom
What do you treasure the most and how do you keep it
from being lost or stolen? In a peasant community the
best safe was often the earth. The man in the parable
(Matthew 13:44) "went in his joy" to sell everything. Why?
Because he found a treasure worth possessing above all
else he had. He did not, however, have enough to buy the
treasure. Fortunately, he only needed enough to buy the
field. In a similar fashion, God offers his kingdom of right-
eousness, peace, and joy (Romans 14:17) as incompara-
ble treasure at a price we can afford! We can't pay the
full price for the life which God gives us; but when we ex-
change our life for the life which God offers, we receive a
treasure beyond compare.
Obtaining the greatest possible treasure The pearl of great price also tells us a similar lesson.
Pearls in the ancient world came to represent the su-
premely valuable. Jesus remarked that one should not
cast pearls before swine (Matthew 7:6). Why would a
merchant sell everything for a peerless pearl? No doubt
because he was attracted to what he thought was the
greatest treasure he could possess. Discovering God's
kingdom is like stumbling across hidden treasure or find-
ing the one pearl of great price.
When we discover the kingdom of God, we receive the
greatest possible treasure - the Lord himself. Selling all
that we have to obtain this incomparable treasure could
mean many things - our friends, job, our "style of life",
what we do with our free time. Treasure has a special
connection to the heart, the place of desire and longing,
the place of will and focus. The thing we most set our
heart on is our highest treasure. In this parable what
does the treasure of the kingdom refer to? It certainly
refers to the kingdom of God in all its aspects. But in a
special way, the Lord himself is the treasure we seek. If
the Almighty is your gold and your precious silver, then
you will delight yourself in the Almighty (Job 22:22- 23).
Is the Lord the treasure and delight of your heart?
Marriage Con-Validation
Are you a Catholic who was married by the justice of the
peace or a minister of another denomination? As a mar-
ried couple, you have already made a commitment to one
another. Perhaps you’d like to consider taking your mar-
riage to the next level by inviting Jesus to dwell within
your relationship. If you feel ready to begin the process of
preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage in the Church,
or if you’d simply like to discuss your options, please call
Cheryl at the rectory, 732-363-4200, to set up an ap-
pointment with our Pastor.
Scripture Meditation
OUR SPIRITUAL LIFE
Please Pray for Our Sick
Tom Lovito Lorraine Groh Marjorie Paulmann
Mark Stoughton Mia Castellan Baby Dylan Gallego
Connie Camilleri Rosemary DeFalco Diane Grad
Erin Haber Monica Noble Steven Hensle
Paula Baiga Diane Cudhedy Deacon John Franey
Bob Yuro Michael Connolly Joe Oates
Jane Oates Ann Donovan John Kerod
Robert Farrell Christine Clements John Rodrigues
Cathy Forman Ed Kelly Dennis Hayward
Kathy Hayward Claire Archer Christopher Hunt
Greg Mador Brayden Walton Victoria Burke
Robert O’Malley Sr. Karen D’Souza-Casiero Carl Lahetta
Gianna Faith Malen Kevin Corcoran Barbara Sewing
Rose Perrotta Sharon Calabria Nicole Kessner
Joanne Oates Carmen Devone Mike Kuris
Milagros Martino Susan Messina Francisco Masini
Don Ryder Katherine Scotto Shirley Alino
John Burke Retired Bishop John Smith
Carlo Ficara Erasmo Ninamango Ana Rivera
Judy Silagi Denise Worster Vinnie Gaglardi
Mary Ann Morelli Michelle Schultz Jean McAdam
Please Pray for our Parishioners Serving our Country: Sgt. Sean T. Curran Sgt. Brennan Six
PV2 William Wotton GSMI Sandro Farduchi
Sgt. Krystyna Cechulski Capt. Julio Collazos
S.R. Steven Brennan Sgt. Gregory Hiller
PFC Zackary Burkey LCDR Matthew W. Smith Sgt. Luke Wlodkowski 1st Lt. Robert F. Farrell
1st Lt. Ash Young Sgt. Paul Coyle
Sgt. Matt Myers
Baptism St. Veronica’s Parish Family wishes to
welcome those who have become
members through the Sacrament of
Baptism.
Brodie William, son of Adam & Meghan Motto
Max Ryan, son of Pamela & Alexander McNerlin
Mason Joseph, son of Pamela & Alexander McNerlin
Evan Christopher, son of Paul & Laura Gann
Mia Ann, daughter of Christopher & Corrinne Tufano
Sophia Brianna, daughter of Marco & Sally Fallas
Matthew Kyle, son of Sally & Hector Hidalgo
Jayden Anthony, son of Ashley & John Card
Thank you for the gift of life.
Church and Chapel Sanctuary Candles
If you would like to donate a Sanctuary
Candle for a loved one, please contact the
rectory office (732-363-4200). Candles
will be in memory of or intentions of the
named individual for one week
(Sunday to Saturday) and announced in our bulletin.
Weekly Donation: Church Candle $15 Chapel Candles
$20 (2).
Bishop’s Anniversary Blessing 2017 All couples celebrating their 1st, 25th or
50+ wedding anniversary during the 2017
calendar year are invited to gather with
family and friends to share the Eucharist,
renew your sacred wedding vows, and receive Bishop
O’Connell’s Episcopal Blessing. Anniver-
sary Couples from Ocean and Monmouth
Counties may register through their parish
to attend the Sunday,
October 8, 2017
Mass and Blessing at 3:00 PM at St.
Aloysius Parish in Jackson. Registra-
tion forms are in the rectory. Regis-
tration deadline is September 7th.
Church Closing– July 31st through August 4th The church will be closed Monday, July 31st through
Friday, August 4th for general cleaning. The 7:20AM and
12 Noon Masses will be celebrated in the school gym.
Cohort Teen Event at St. Veronica Parish Saturday, August 26th, 2017 1:30PM to 9PM
Open to all teens from St. Veronica, St. Catherine of Si-
ena, and St. William the Abbot parishes! Come and enjoy
an afternoon and evening of fun events with other teens!
Activities include: Water Balloon Wars, Mass at 4PM,
BBQ, Campfire, Outdoor movie.
There is no cost for this event, but you must be regis-
tered. Please contact Sr. Ann Elizabeth, CR, for more
information and to obtain a registration form. Call Sr.
Ann at 732-364-4137 or email her at
Miraculous Medical Novena To our brothers and sisters in Christ,
“O Mary, Conceived without sin,
pray for us who have recourse to
you”. With confidence we call upon
the Mother of Christ to open our
hearts to the love that is in the
Heart of Jesus. We consecrate our-
selves to Her Immaculate Heart as
we pray our rosary which is a spe-
cial & loving gift from the Mother of God. May we light
the way and lighten the burden in this “valley of tears.”
You will become a meaningful instrument of mercy and
tenderness of God to your family, friends and church.
We invite you to join us in church for the Miraculous
Medal Novena every Monday form 8PM to 8:50PM to
honor our Blessed Mother.
Adoration Chapel "Trust all things to Jesus in the Blessed
Sacrament and to Mary Help of
Christians and you will see what miracles
are." St. John Bosco.
Unpredictable schedule? Subs needed
for this busy season of vacations. Please
sign up for one single hour on chapel bulletin
board….You do not need to be a registered adorer.
Hours Urgently Needed:
Sunday : 7AM, 12 noon, 5PM, 7PM
Monday: 1AM
Tuesday: 10AM
Wednesday: 3AM,
Saturday: 6PM
Weekend and Overnight Adoreres needed.
Contact Debbie [email protected] or leave message 732
367-7750.
Registration for Religious Education AFTERNOON CLASSES will meet on Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday and Thursday from 4:30 PM until 5:45 PM for
grades 1-8. On Mondays at 4:30 – 5:45 PM, we also offer
Special Sacraments, Holy Innocents, and RCIC classes.
AFTERNOON WEE WISDOM CLASSES will meet on Mondays
and Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
MONDAY and THURSDAY EVENING CLASSES will meet from
6:30 PM until 7:45 PM for grades 1 to 8. Come into the
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE from 10 AM to 4:30 PM or
call Sr. Ann at 732-364-4137. ( Classes will be available
on a first come, first serve basis only). Remember Monday
afternoon fills up fast and is first come, first served.
NEW STUDENTS and students receiving Sacraments this
year (Gr. 2 and Gr. 8) MUST INCLUDE THEIR BAPTISM
CERTIFICATE WITH REGISTRATION.
The CCD office will close for 2 weeks and then registration
continues July 17th-August 30th.
We are also looking for catechists, aides, and hall monitors
for the 2017-2018 CCD year. Please email Sr. Ann
Elizabeth at [email protected] if you are interested in
volunteering for any of these positions.
Pantry is Very Low Cold cereal (almost out), canned fruit, crackers, dry milk
spaghetti sauce, mayonnaise, jelly, peanut butter
Vintage Suitcases and Hat Boxes Requested
Brandywine of Howell is having a Senior Assisted Living
Week, Sept. 10– Sept. 16. The theme is “Family Is
Forever”, and will be doing a week of traveling to
different destination each day. Any souvenirs from Ellis
Island, Yankees, Mets, Little Italy, The Jersey Shore, the
Grand Canyon, San Francisco, & Williamsburg, VA are
most welcome. Contact Amy Schneider at
732-719-0100.
Air Conditioner Replacement Campaign Goal- $200,000.00
To Date Donations: $27,940.00
Please continue to help reach our goal to replace the AC
system. Thank you to those who have donated and for
your continued support.
Mega 50/50 Raffle Dinner Dance. Tickets are now on sale at the
rectory.
Drawing will be held
on November 4, 2017,
6:00PM during a costume din-
ner/dance in St. Veronica Gym,
4215 Hwy 9, Howell, NJ 07731.
Family Night at BlueClaws Aug. 19, 2017
Game Time 7:05 PM
BlueClaws Vs Delmarva
Tickets: Game only: $10.00 adults, $8.00 Junior/Seniors
Southern Style Picnic and Game: $26.96 adults, $18.95
Juniors/Seniors
RSVP by July 31st with check to St. Veronica Rectory
Summer Fun Night
You are invited to St. Veronica
School’s Movie on the Mall. Wednes-
day, August 9th. 7:30-9:30PM. $5.00
per person, max $20 per family. Bring
your beach chairs and blankets.
Snacks and drinks will be sold. If you
have any questions please call: Bogi
@732-850-8908 or Tracy 914-582-
2884. (Don’t Forget the bug repel-
lent!)
Holy Land Pilgrimage
Msgr. Peter Kochery once again will be leading us on a
pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Please save the dates:
Oct. 23rd—Nov. 1st 2017. The cost is $3000 pp double
occupancy. Health insurance included. For more info
contact Deacon Tom at 732-610-5434 or
St. Monica’s, Jackson, VBS St. Monica’s is excited to introduce Mighty Fortress Vaca-
tion Bible School for kids in grades K thru 4. The children
will learn that God is their refuge and their strength.
Date: August 7—11, 2017. Time: 10AM-1PM each day.
Free of charge. We look forward to enjoying this new ex-
citing adventure filled with Bible stories, games, crafts,
snacks and more. For more info please call 732-691-
5463 or St. Monica Parish office 732-928-0279.
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