Mass Schedule

Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil - 4:00pm

Sunday: 7:30am - 9:00am - 10:30am - 12:00noon

Daily Mass: Monday - Friday: 7:00am & 7:00pm; Sat. 9:00am

Reconciliation: Saturday at 9:30am and 3:00pm

Parish Office hours: 9:00am - 4:00pm

School: 908-725-7787 • w w w . s t a n n p a r i s h . c o m

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PASTOR - Rev. Msgr. M. J. Corona, PA, KCHS

Parochial Vicar - Rev. James E. De Fillipps

Permanent Deacons - J. Pacifico / C. Paulus

Weekend Clergy - Rev. Msgr. James Cafone

Parish Trustees - Martin Carrara / Lori Albanese

Superior / Pastoral Assoc - Sr D. Toscano, MPF

School Principal - Sr. Mary Klersey, MPF

Altar Servers - Rev. James E. De Fillipps

Atlantic City Bus Trip - Marge Corona

Baby Gift Drive - Maddy Swartz

Baptism PREP - Deacon Conrad Paulus

Bereavement - Dorothy Pacifico

Bingo - D. McNulty / J. Szeman / T. Miller

Blood Drive - Theresa Mayewski

Card Connections - Christine Esposito

Columbiettes - Mia Sena

Cub Scouts - Susan Baker

C.Y.M. Basketball - Tom Ellis

Eucharistic Ministers - James Fidacaro

Finance Committee - James Wilson

Food Drive - Carol Rittman

Golden Age - Marge Corona

Holy Name Society - Ken Swartz

Knights of Columbus - John Carlone

Liturgy Prep Committee - Cathy Stevens

Lunch Bunch - Marge Corona

Marriage Prep - Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Brown

Music Ministry - Carolyn Thomas

Natural Family Planning - Mr. & Mrs. Ken Swartz

Parish Council - James Fidacaro

Parish Nurses - Irene Roglieri

Parish Providers - Mr. & Mrs. Rick Stevens

Parish Visitors - Christine Esposito

Pro Life - Maddy Swartz

R.C.I.A. - Deacon John R. Pacifico

Readers - James Fidacaro

Religious Ed, Director - Sr. Phyllis Vella, M.P.F.

Rosary Altar Society - Laura Sullivan

School Advisory Council - Aldo Martinez

Social Ministry - Christine Esposito

Special Needs Religious Ed. - Mary Wesley

Ushers - David White

Youth Ministry - Rev. James E. De Fillipps

The Catholic Church of St. Ann 45 Anderson Street , Raritan, New Jersey 08869 (908) 725 -1008

Inspired by the Holy Spirit, we the Catholic Parish of Saint Ann

embrace all as family and continue Christ’s mission by exemplifying

the love of God and neighbor as stewards of God’s gifts to us.

@Conform2Christ Conform2Christ

October 13, 2013 ~ 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time

THE CATHOLIC CHURCH OF ST. ANN, RARITAN

Monday, October 14, 2013 St. Callistus I

7am: Michael Stanko Req. by Bellettiere Family

7pm: Vita De Santis Req. by Son, Tom & Family

Tuesday, October 15, 2013 ~ St. Teresa of Jesus

7am: Isabella, Francesca, & Concetta Greco

Req. by Nieces, Vincenza Greco & Lena Cirianno

7pm: Eva De Leon Serrano Req. by Mildred Serrano

Wednesday, October 16, 2013 ~ St. Hedwig

7am: Antonio & Rosina Colantuono Req. by Son

7pm: Rose Pacifico Req. by Troisi Family

Thursday, October 17, 2013 ~ St. Ignatius of Antioch

7am: Edward Swanick Req. by Dryl Family

7pm: Gino, Otto, John, & Harvey Req. by Fulvia DeStefano

Friday, October 18, 2013 ~ St. Luke

7am: Froilan Dizon Req. by Luchie Family

7pm: Henrik Barczewski Req. by Family

Saturday, October 19, 2013 ~ Sts. John Brebeuf & Isaac Jogues

9am: Joseph Garo Req. by Wife & Daughter

4pm: Francesca DeFina Req. by Mr. & Mrs. Frank DeFina

Sunday, October 20, 2013 ~ World Mission Sunday

7:30am: Special intention for Immaculata Suriano in honor of BVM

9am: Living & Deceased members of the Holy Name Society

10:30am: John Schaub Sr. Req. by Wife, Ann

12pm: People of the Parish

For the week of October 12th, the Altar Candles burn in

memory (honor) of:

Altar Candle 1. No intention

Altar Candle 2. No intention

For the week of October 12th, the Sanctuary Lamps burn

in memory (honor) of:

Tabernacle: Salvatore Natale Req. by Children & Grandchildren

St. Joseph: No intention

Blessed Mother: Alfred Lattrell

Req. by Ken & Filomena Graham

SANCTUARY LAMPS

ALTAR CANDLES

James & Julia Ajamian

Victoria Andrews

Luzmanda Anthony

Bernadette Bavoso

Amity Bryson

Chester Butkiewicz

Joanmarie Carlone

Jaden Chambres

Albert Charles

Kathy Ciociola

Dominic Comandol

Carolyn Curcio

Frank De Fina

Audrey De Luca

Mary Ann De Maio

Lydia Digiuseppantonio

Vincent Facciolo

Linda Farah

Mary & Richard Felice

Patrick Ferrara

Kathleen C. Filardi

Sharon Fisahn

Frank Forte Sr.

Marie Forte

Shirley Frodelly

William Flynn

Teresa Galaini

Elizabeth Gecik

Frank Giordano

Margaret Grasso

Ruth Gulick

Casey Hnasko

George Isagan

Jake Kobuta

Doris Kelco

Bernadette Laggini

Barbara Langon

Brianna Larson

Marie Locascio

Carmela Loschiavo

Bridget Marshall

Giovanna Martini

Victoria Melitsky

Marilyn Monger

Olga Morella

Anna Moretti

Luke Adams Myers

Nancy Natale

Ava Rose Navarro

Ann Olivero

Thomas Orecchio

Olga Orlando

Frances Peebles

Raymond Peters

John Petsko

Yolanda Polidoro

Lorraine Raia

Frank Ratkowski

Teresa Riga

Patrick Riley

Adam Romano

Richard Rose

Cosette Ruh

Marianne San Filippo

Mary Sawidzial

Nancy Schiavi

Raymond Shallanberger

Phyllis Serafin

David Snedegar

Matthew Stevens

Frank Sudano

Lucille Sudano

Dolores Talamini

Richard /Patricia Teague

Anna Teresak

Tommarie Tibaldi

Frank Tropiano

Carolyn Trepiccione

Rena Turchi

Allison Valverde

Sergio Verdesco

Richard / Carol Vetack

Vincent Viscariello

Carmella Vitale

Joan Wirzman

Lisa Yoder

Margaret ZanGrando

Please remember to pray for our sick of our parish

Let Us Remember.... In our prayers, the men and

women serving in our Nation’s Armed Forces.

Major Michael A. De Cicco, U.S. Army

Corporal William A. De Santis, U.S. Marine Corps.

Victor Dulay, Jr. U.S. Marine Corps

Sgt. John J. Houser III, U.S. Marine Corps

PFC. Matthew John U.S. Marine Corps

CW4 Michael Lopez, Jr.

Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Morella, U.S. Marine Corps

Major Michael Morella, U.S. Army

Sgt. Dan Neville, U.S. Marine Corps

PFC Daniel J. Salvo, U.S. Marine Corps

Corporal Jonathan Schultes, US Marine Corps

Major Louis P. Simon, U.S. Marine Corps

PFC Jerome C. Sunga, US Army

Jack Vara, U.S. Marine Corps

LT. Robert Wilson, U.S. Navy

May God bless them & keep them safe. Pray for the souls of

those who have given their lives in service to our country.

Rosary Altar Society The Rosary Altar Society wishes to welcome our newest mem-

ber Barbara Rymer who was installed at our last meeting

on Oct 2nd. ** Reminder** Lots of goodies coming up at our Fall

Harvest Bake sale after all masses Oct 19 and Oct. 20th.

Please pray for repose souls of

Carmela Gentile ~ Ottavia Recchia

Thomas Musante ~ Brett Hughes

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light

shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed,

through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen

ST. ANN SCHOOL WISH LIST

The students of St. Ann School would like to sincerely thank the

generous family who donated the funds in order to purchase our

nursing supplies. We are all extremely grateful to you.

We are still in need of the magnifying lamp which is approximately

$125.00. Anyone wishing to make a donation toward this item

should call the rectory at 908-725-1008.

Thank you for all that you do for our school and parish, your support

is so important and appreciated.

OCTOBER 13, 2013 ~ TWENTY EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

OCTOBER 13, 2013

Week #14: …...……………………..…………………$11,779.11

Budget Need …………………………..…………….$16,000.00

Offertory since 7/1/13……...…………...………..…$153,486.66

Deficit since 7/1/13……………………...…………...$86,513.34

St. Ann Stewardship Corner, thank you for your support!

SACRAMENTS Baptisms are celebrated each month on the First Sunday at the Noon Mass as well as the second, third, and fourth Sundays at 1:30pm. There will be no baptisms during Lent. Arrangements must be made in advance and new parents are required to take a Baptism Preparation class held on the second Saturday of each month at 10:00am with Deacon Conrad in the CMR. Reconciliation Celebrated on Saturdays at 9:30 am and 3 pm Sponsors & Godparents If you are 18 years or older, you must register as an adult and be Confirmed in the Catholic Church. If you are married, your marriage must be recognized by the Church. It takes a minimum of 6 months of attending Mass to be considered eligible for both of these privileges. Marriages The common policy of marriage requires that arrangements be made at least 1 Year before the date of marriage and before any social plans are made. The bride or groom must be a registered parishioner. A Nuptial Mass or Ceremony may be scheduled on a Friday afternoon, Saturday morning or afternoon; or Sunday afternoon Nuptial ceremony . Anointing of the Sick Celebrated with any person who is seriously ill. This sacrament is held periodically. You may request this sacrament at any time, especially in case of emergency.

SPIRITUALITY / FAITH DEVELOPMENT R.C.I.A. We welcome all adults who wish to become members of the Catholic Church as well as baptized Catholics who never received their 1st Communion or Confirmation and are interested in becoming full participants in the Catholic faith to contact Deacon J. Pacifico at the Parish Office at (908) 725-1008. Religious Ed (PREP) Classes are held for children in grades K through 8 on Monday or Thursday evenings at 6:15pm. A Special Needs class is held on Tuesday evening also at 6:15pm. Our program is a volunteer organization. If you wish to be a catechist please call our parish office. Ministry to the Sick Our parish shut-in’s are visited on the first Friday of each month by our Deacons & Religious Sisters. If you know of a parishioner that is seriously ill or hospitalized, please let the parish office know. Novenas are prayed for 9days after each morning and evening Mass. The Novena prayer is not recited at the Saturday Vigil or Sunday Masses but it is included as part of the 9 days.

St. Joseph: March 19 • St. Rita: May 22 • St. Anthony: June

13 • St. Maria Goretti: July 6 • St. Ann: July 26

PARISH PROGRAMS

Bereavement Group: Meets every other Friday beginning in November through April with Dottie Pacifico. Monthly Food Drive: Takes place on the 1st Saturday /Sunday of each month. Baby Gifts Drive: Takes place on the 3rd Saturday /Sunday of each month. BINGO: Takes place every Tuesday and Sunday except holidays. Youth Ministry - Conform2Christ: Events for our youth take place throughout the year under the direction of Fr. James E. De Fillipps and St. Ann’s Youth Board. Visit our website to see a list of events or like us on FB / Twitter Conform2Christ.

WEEKLY Offertory

ELECTRONIC GIVING St. Ann’s offers parishioners the opportunity to make Online Church

contributions! Log onto www.stannparish.com scroll to the bottom

and click on St. Ann Parish Online Donation System. You will be

connected to a secure site where you may enter your information.

Thank you for your continued support!

R.C.I.A. Any adult baptized or not, who wishes to pursue the Sacrament of

Initiation or wishes to learn more about the Catholic Church should

consider exploring R.C.I.A. Our program welcomes all people into

the Catholic family. Classes are held each Thursday at 7:30pm.

Please call Deacon John at the rectory at 908-725-1008.

PARISH REGISTRATION New parishioners are always welcome to register by calling or visit-

ing the parish office. We kindly ask that when you are making

changes to your contact information (i.e. telephone, address change

or email) that you kindly notify the rectory so that this information

can be kept up to date.

MUSIC MINISTRY Church Choir: Rehearsals are every Wednesday at 7:30pm and sing

every Sunday at 10:30 as well as holidays and other special events.

Children’s Choir: The children rehearse every Wednesday from

6:00 to 6:45pm and sing every Sunday at the 9:00 mass, along with

special Masses for Christmas, Easter and First Communion.

Children should be in at least the 2nd grade

Bell Choir: The bell choir rehearses every Wednesday from 5:00 to

5:45 pm and performs on holy days, including Christmas, Easter,

Pentecost and Corpus Christi. The bell choir ranges in age from

upper elementary school through adult.

Youth Band: This new ensemble rehearses on Monday nights from

8:15 to 9:00 and performs at one 12:00 mass each month. The

members are middle school and high school aged.

ATLANTIC CITY BUS TRIP Please join us on Thursday, November 14th for our monthly bus trip

to Atlantic City. Bus will leave from St. Ann Church at 9am. If you

would like to attend, please call Marge at 908-725-1198.

GOLDEN AGE The Golden Age Group will meet on Monday, November 4th at

1:30pm in St. Ann School cafeteria.

LUNCH BUNCH On Friday, November 15th all Seniors Citizens are invited to have

Lunch with our 8th grade students.

OCTOBER 13, 2013

THE WEEK A HEA D Sunday, October 13, 2013

Sunday Mass: 7:30 am • 9 am • 10:30 am • 12 pm

8am: K of C Parish Breakfast

10:30 am: Mass with First Penance children

12n - 2:30pm: Mass with 8th grade Confirmandi followed by

presentation by Fr. Giuseppe Maria Siniscalchi (cmr)

5:30pm: Bingo - First game called at 7pm

Monday, October 14, 2013

Daily Mass: 7 am • 7 pm

7:30pm: K of C meeting (cmr)

No Prep - Columbus Day

Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Daily Mass: 7 am • 7 pm

6:00pm: Bingo - First game called at 7:30pm

6:00pm: Special Needs Prep Class (s)

Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Daily Mass: 7 am • 7 pm

5pm: Choir practices ©

7pm: Boy Scout meeting (cmr)

Thursday, October 17, 2013

Daily Mass: 7 am • 7 pm

7am - 4:30pm: Used Clothing Drive

6:15pm: Prep (s)

7:45pm: S.A.C. meeting (rcr)

Friday, October 18, 2013

Daily Mass: 7 am • 7 pm

6pm: Basketball evaluations (sg)

7pm: Boy Scouts Pack meeting (sc)

Saturday, October 19, 2013

9am: morning Mass • 4pm: Vigil Mass

9:30am & 3pm: Confessions

4pm: Rosary Altar Society Bake Sale

Dear Friends of St. Ann School,

As I write to you it is a Tuesday. That may not seem so special to

you, but to our school it is a terrific day.

For the Pre K and Kindergarten students, it is “Talking Tuesday”.

While it is true that these students talk everyday, it is especially

true today. The food service personnel, the teachers, and

volunteer parents always have a big grin on their face for this

magical moment. Children are told to think of something

important to say and to them come to the microphone and share

their message with those gathered for lunch. This builds

confidence and character. Some students just about tell us that

they love their family while more vocal students keeping coming

back to the line and tell us about their Halloween costume, what

they did with Grandpa, or what movie they are going to see.

On the other end of the scale, grades 5 through 8 students are

invited to Study Club. It meets twice a month on Tuesdays. No,

it is not detention for those who do not do their homework. It is a

group of young people who gather to learn how to get more out of

the time they put into studying. Our first meeting had us

discussing and developing time management skills. Today we

will be talking about how studying actually begins in class. Our

next session will delve into the tried and true SQ3R method of

study and chunking material. The students enjoy time with

principal. They enjoy knowing that they all have the same

troubles and distractions. They are learning to laugh at

themselves and to take things in stride. Parents have reported less

drama at the kitchen table as homework is completed. It is a win-

win situation.

Thank you for your continued prayers and support.

God bless you,

Sr. Mary Klersey, MPF - Principal

St. Ann Youth Ministry, Conform2Christ

Sunday, October 20, 2013 Pumpkin picking, hay ride, &

corn maze

2:00 PM Grades 3-8 Meet there for opening prayer,

Norz Hill Farm & Market, Hillsborough, NJ

Friday, October 25, 2013 – Halloween Social!

7:45 – 9:30 pm Grades 6-10

Halloween costumes must be appropriate, please

Church Meeting Room

PARISH NURSES CORNER ~ FLU SEASON

The Parish Nurses strongly encourage our parishioners to obtain

the flu vaccine. There are multiple locations offering this service

without an appointment. Check your local pharmacy, the municipal

health department and your doctors office for this service.

The flu shot is a safe and effective way to protect you from influ-

enza, which is a serious respiratory illness. This is recommended

for everyone from six months of age and older. It is especially im-

portant for people at higher risk of developing serious flu related

complications to get vaccinated. Those people include the follow-

ing; have certain medical conditions including asthma, diabetes, and

chronic lung disease. Are pregnant or plan to be pregnant during

this flu season. Live with or care for others who are at high risk of

developing serious flu related complications.

In addition to proper and frequent hand washing, blocking coughs

and sneezes, and staying home if you are sick, the flu shot is a safe

and effective way to protect yourself from illness.

St. Ann’s CYM Basketball Registration

Now Open Please visit www.stannparish.com to download a

registration form. Registration deadline is Mon., Oct. 14th.

Registrations are accepted on a “1st come, 1st serve basis”

and will not be accepted on evaluation dates.

Boy’s Evaluation is held Oct. 18th!

HELP WANTED A part time job is available at St. Ann School in our aftercare pro-

gram. Anyone interested in this position or would like to find our

more information should call the school office at 908-725-7787.