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ST. ELIZABETH - ST. BRIGID PARISH April 12, 2020-April 19, 2020 Easter Sunday-Resurrection of the Lord

Easter Sunday - April 12, 2020

My brothers and sisters in the Risen Lord,

Christ Jesus truly is Risen! Alleluia! Alleluia! In just a few months we have followed Jesus from his birth in Bethlehem to His death on Calvary. We now celebrate his Resurrection. We could have never imagined how our world would have changed so radically in just a few months. Yet here we are ... praying intently each day that the plague of the coronavirus will soon be behind us.

As followers of Christ, we believe that the world has been given new life, a fresh start, another chance with the celebration of Christ’s Resurrection. We believe that Jesus, the light of the world, shines victorious over the powers of evil and darkness. We are called to share in that light of Christ - to be children of the light. The dark days, we pray, will soon be behind us. Pain, death, hardship and confusion will be replaced by peace and mercy. You and I are called to become instruments of Christ’s peace and mercy. First in us, then in the rest of the world, we pray, peace and mercy shall abound!

The message of Easter is always one of hope and assurance. We are never alone or powerless when we experience the presence of God in a new and vibrant way through the Resurrection of Jesus. We rejoice in the Lord because He gives us a share in His life, His love, His peace and His mercy.

On that first Easter morning when our Risen Savior greeted His first followers He used a phrase we use at every Mass: "Peace be with you,” (John 20:21). During these weeks of Easter we pray for peace: for ourselves, our nation and our world. But we want to also pray for the grace to be God’s instruments of peace and mercy. As God is so generously merciful to us, we must learn to be all the more merciful to others.

By the way we live our lives, we are to attract others to living more faithful lives, following our Risen Savior, Jesus Christ, all the way to His Heavenly Kingdom.

May God bless you with His Easter Peace!

Rev. Msgr. Edward C. Puleo, Pastor

THANK YOU … Over these last few weeks many parishioners have continued to support the parish through their weekly offerings. Some have mailed them in and others have joined E-giving to have their gifts automatically given to the parish. It is through this continued support that we will continue to meet the needs of the parish. Also, through these days many have sent comments and e-mails with their prayers and encouragement for me and the parish. Please know that you and your families are in mine and Father Hillier’s prayers each day. ~Monsignor Puleo

In your charity please pray for the safety and well-being of those who are continuing to serve the needs of others during this pandemic--food service delivery personnel, doctors, nurses, scientists, EMS workers, police, pharmacists, the leaders of our government ~our president and governor!

FROM BISHOP CHECCHIO TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF PUBLIC MASSES All public Masses throughout the Diocese of Metuchen have been suspended. Despite the suspension of public Masses, a private Mass will be celebrated daily at 7 AM. in the Cathedral of Saint Francis of Assisi and can be viewed at that time on their website: www.stfranciscathedral.org. Televised or online celebrations of the Mass and other religious programming are available for use of the faithful on several television channels.

MASS INTENTIONS APRIL 6-APRIL 12 (†) Deceased (L) Living

The following Mass Intentions to be said by Msgr. Puleo and Fr. Hillier

Monday, April 13 ~ Gallagher & Sikorski Families L/† Tuesday, April 14 ~ Beniamino Carfagnini † Wednesday, April 15 ~ Umbelina Migueis † Thursday, April 16~ Joe Murphy †

Friday, April 17 ~ Warren W. Umholtz†

Saturday, April 18 ~ For the Parishioners John D. Ackor †

Sunday, April 19 ~Sunday of Divine Mercy Raymond Hickey † Madeline LoFrano † Marie E. Caliguire † Dr. Thomas Paterniti † Anthony Puleo †

AN ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION My Jesus,  I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.  I love You above all things,  and I desire to receive You into my soul.  Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally,  come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.

CORONAVIRUS - PRAYER FOR COURAGE God our Loving Father, comforter of the afflicted, watch over us always, but most especially at this, our time of urgent need.

With heavy hearts we cry out to you ... We ask that you heal those among us weighed down with the coronavirus.

Inspire with your holy wisdom — our health professionals: scientists, doctors, and all medical personnel. Show special attention to our government officials: nationally, internationally, and local. Make them instruments of your love as they seek to serve your people.

Lord and Giver of Life, trusting in your mercy, we recall the prayer of your prophet Jeremiah: "heal me, O Lord and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved” (17:14).

When fearful, grant us courage. When uncertain, strengthen us. In our sorrow, comfort us.

With hearts overflowing with love for you, we surrender ourselves to your providential care, and ask only that you consider our sincere request to remain steadfast in your love — charitable to all and faithful first and foremost in doing your holy will. Through Christ Our Lord, Amen © Reverend John G. Hillier, March 10, 2020

PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS: Those who are ill in our parish: Ruth Stahl, Maria Nucci, Mary Hanlon, Barbara Ryan, Carl Messina, Margharete Saunders, Maureen McCrory, Jan Larusso, Annie Carver, Pina Jibilian, Charlie Jibilian and all those effected by Covid 19 To add a name please call the Parish Office. For the recently deceased: Phyllis Bocina

PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY Remember in your prayers the members of our Armed Services, especially Matthew Blejwas USMA West Point, grandson of Walter and Kathryn Blejwas, John F. Stahl of

the US Army, son, Joseph Stahl of the Navy, grandson, and Eric Hummel of the US Army nephew of Ruth Stahl; Jordan Weaver of the Air Force, husband of Christy (LaPointe) Weaver; John Walker and Nicholas Furtzaig of the Air Force, grandsons of Bernard & Joan O’Reilly; Christopher Jibilian, US Navy pilot and Matthew Jibilian US Navy Seal, grand-nephews of Charlie & Pina Jibilian

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family Life and parenting. http://www.foryourmarriage.org.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES DONATIONS Please help support our local programs by donating Clothing, Shoes, and Household items in our donation bin located in the parking lot. Your continued generosity is appreciated. If

you have any questions or have a larger pick up, please call our toll free number 1-877-343-3651.

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 provides endless resources for those with physical, emotional, cognitive, visual, auditory and other special challenges. To access our Facebook page (even if you are not a member of Facebook), type the following into your search engine: Diocese of Metuchen Office for Persons with Disabilities.

INSPIRATIONAL SPOT "Do not abandon yourselves to despair. We are the

Easter people and hallelujah is our song." ~ Saint Pope John Paul II

“WALKING WITH MOMS IN NEED” INITIATIVE New Jersey Safe Haven Law - Under the New Jersey Safe Haven Infant Protection Act a person may give up an unwanted infant anonymously. The purpose of Safe Haven is to protect unwanted babies from being hurt or killed from unsafe abandonment. A distressed parent who is unable to care for an infant can give up custody of a baby less than 30 days old safely, legally and anonymously. All that is required is that the baby be brought to any hospital emergency room, police station, fire station, ambulance, first aid, and rescue squads in New Jersey that are staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. As long as the child shows no signs of intentional abuse, no name or other information is required. The parent can call the Safe Haven Hotline - 1-877-839-2339 - and get the address and directions for any hospital emergency room, police station, fire station, ambulance, first aid, and rescue squad in the state.

2020 BISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL STEPPING FORWARD IN FAITH: GRACE IN ACTION

Our goal is for every family to participate. Every gift, no matter the size, is important and greatly appreciated. Together we are working to become kindling that is set aflame by the Holy Spirit, allowing God’s love and power to burn more brightly here in the Diocese of Metuchen. To date, the Development Office has received pledges totaling $ 117,840.00 and payments totaling $ 90,521.25 from 120 parishioners. This represents 51.2% of our $ 230,000 goal. Thank you for actively participating in this mission by your financial support.

WORD OF LIFE.

“Those who die in God’s grace and friendship live forever with Christ. Heaven is not an abstract idea, but a true and lasting relationship with God that is beyond all earthly description and understanding. We look forward to the resurrection of the dead and everlasting life by preparing now, in hope, for our passage from this life into eternal life.”

USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities “Catholic Considerations for Our Earthly Passing”

STEWARDSHIP REFLECTIONS

“Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.” (Colossians 3:2) Do you put God first in all things? Possessions, money, power, ego can easily become gods to many of us. Do a quick check of what is important to you. Is God at the very top of the list? If not, your priorities need to be re-adjusted. Don’t let earthly things become a god before God. This is also the first commandment – I am the Lord your God, you shall not have any strange gods before me.

St. Elizabeth Church & St. Brigid Church are lit in red as a passionate plea to prayer for those

affected by Covid 19 and those who are working tirelessly to heal and protect the lives we all hold so precious. Msgr. Puleo

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Vacation Bible School in partnership with Our Lady of Perpetual Help for children ages 4 through those entering sixth grade will be from July 13 – 17, 9 AM – 12:15 PM at the School of St. Elizabeth. This year’s

theme is all about Jesus’s power pulls us through. We will explore our scripture and traditions, have fun in arts and science, play games, exercise and enjoy great snacks. Registration forms are on online as follows: Campers (age 4 to entering grade 6) – https://membership.faithdirect.net/events/details/4107 Junior Volunteer Registration (entering grades 7-12) – https://membership.faithdirect.net/events/details/4114 For more information, contact Sr. Monique at 908-234-1524.

CAMP VERITAS 2020 Camp Veritas is a one-week play-and-pray sleep away summer camp for teens going into 7th to 12th grades. It will be held at five locations in 2020;

June 29 – July 4 at Clongowes Wood college in Ireland; July 19-25 at Mount Saint Mary College in Newburgh, NY; July 26-Aug 1 in Emmitsburg, MD; Aug2-7 in Lake Placid, FL and August 16-22 at Camp Lakota in Wurtsboro, NY. Enrollment price for each week is only $450 per camper. More details can found at www.campveritas.com.

24 HOUR PRAYER LINE

Our Diocesan Office for Persons with Disabilities has a 24-hour prayer line for those who desire prayer for special needs. If you, a family member or friend would like to be remembered in prayer for a temporary or permanent illness, please call us and leave a detailed message at (732) 765-6431 or send an email to our office: catholicswithdisabilities@gmail.com

"God loves each of us as if there were only one of us."

~ St. Augustine

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY The Prayer Shawl Ministry prayerfully works with yarns to create beautiful shawls and lap blankets that enfold

those that are sick or in difficult times so they are comforted by God’s love. Each item is blessed and holds prayers from the creators’ heart and hands. If you would like to request a shawl or lap blanket or are interested in learning more about the ministry, please contact Diane Van Arsdale at 201 841 0899 or email dianevan2@icloud.com.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES COUNSELING & WELLNESS

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Metuchen is offering Counseling and Wellness Services. If you or someone you know needs counseling or

is impacted by addiction, we can help. Individual and family therapy for children and adults is available. For an appointment, call (800) 655-9491.

OPEN YOUR HEART AND HOME TO A FOSTER CHILD Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen is seeking loving families to foster children of all ages, who have been abused, neglected or have had multiple out of home placements, through its Treatment Family Homes Program, contracted by New Jersey’s Department of Children and Families. The goal for the children in this program is to leave foster care and achieve permanency through reunification with their families, adoption, or independent living. Catholic Charities provides these resilient children with individual and family therapy, assistance with educational and medical needs, and independent living skills to help them reach their full potential. Applicants must have adequate space for a child and complete a home study which includes background checks, references, interviews, and a home inspection. All Catholic Charities licensed families receive initial and ongoing specialized training, 24-hour emergency access to staff, respite services, monthly reimbursement for the child’s expenses and support from experienced families. For more information about the program, please visit www.ccdom.org or contact Miguelina Nunez at 866-247-HOME (4663) or at mnunez@ccdom.org.

ST. GREGORY EASTER PRAYER It is only right, with all the powers of our heart and mind, to praise You Father and Your Only-Begotten Son, Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Dear Father, by Your wondrous condescension of Loving-Kindness toward us, Your servants, You gave up Your Son.

Dear Jesus You paid the debt of Adam for us to the Eternal Father by Your Blood poured forth in Loving-Kindness.

You cleared away the darkness of sin by Your magnificent and radiant Resurrection.

You broke the bonds of death and rose from the grave as a Conqueror.

You reconciled Heaven and earth. Our life had no hope of Eternal Happiness before You redeemed us.

Your Resurrection has washed away our sins, restored our innocence and brought us joy.

How inestimable is the tenderness of Your Love!

We pray You, Lord, to preserve Your servants in the peaceful enjoyment of this Easter happiness.

We ask this through Jesus Christ Our Lord, Who lives and reigns with God The Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, forever and ever.

Amen.

“My Heart overflows with great mercy for souls ... If only they could understand that I am the best of Fathers to them and that it is for them that the Blood and

Water flowed from My Heart as from a fountain overflowing with mercy. For them I dwell in the tabernacle as the King of Mercy.” ~ Diary of St. Faustina www.faustina-message.com

INSPIRATION AT EASTER Powerful and inspiring quotes to contemplate and meditate on this Easter Season.

Jesus said: I am the resurrection. Anyone who believes in me, even though that person dies, will live, and whoever lives and believes in me will never die...-John 11:25-26

"The Gospel of Easter is very clear: we need to go back there, to see Jesus risen, and to become witnesses of his Resurrection. This is not to go back in time; it is not a kind of nostalgia. It is returning to our first love, in order to receive the fire which Jesus has kindled in the world and to bring that fire to all people, to the very ends of the earth." ~Pope Francis, Easter Vigil Homily, 2014 "Faith in the Resurrection of Jesus says that there is a future for every human being; the cry for unending life which is a part of the person is indeed answered." ~Pope Benedict XVI, Benedictus, 128

"The Cross had asked the questions; the Resurrection had answered them...The Cross had asked: "Why does God permit evil and sin to nail Justice to a tree?" The Resurrection answered: "That sin, having done its worst, might exhaust itself and this be overcome by Love that is stronger than either sin or death." ~Archbishop Fulton Sheen, Lent and Easter Wisdom, 110

"If one does away with the fact of the Resurrection, one also does away with the Cross, for both stand and fall together, and one would then have to find a new center for the whole message of the gospel. What would come to occupy this center is at best a mild father-god who is not affected by the terrible injustice in the world, or man in his morality and hope who must take care of his own redemption." ~Hans Urs Von Balthasar, The Cross For Us

"In fact, everything that exists and moves in the Church - the sacraments, doctrine, institutions - draws it's strength from Christ's Resurrection." ~Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa, Life in Christ, 67

The Lord’s triumph, on the day of the Resurrection, is final. Where are the soldiers the rulers posted there? Where are the seals that were fixed to the stone of the tomb? Where are those who condemned the Master? Where are those who crucified Jesus? He is victorious, and faced with his victory those poor wretches have all taken flight. Be filled with hope: Jesus Christ is always victorious. ~St. Josemarie Escriva, The Forge, 660

"O Death, where is your sting? O Hell, where is your victory? Christ is risen, and you are overthrown. Christ is risen, and the demons are fallen. Christ is risen, and the angels rejoice. Christ is risen, and life reigns. Christ is risen, and not one dead remains in the grave. For Christ, being risen from the dead, is become the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep. To Him be glory and dominion unto ages of ages." ~St. John Chrysostom, Easter Homily

EASTER MORNING PRAYER 0 Lord Jesus Christ, Who upon this day did conquer death and rise from the dead, and Who is alive for ever more, help us never to forget Your Risen Presence forever with us. Help us to remember, That You are with us in every time of perplexity to guide and to direct; That You are with us in every time of sorrow to comfort and console; That You are with us in every time of temptation to strengthen and to inspire; That You are with us in every time of loneliness to cheer and befriend; That You are with us even in death to bring us to the glory of Your side. Make us to be certain that there is nothing in time or in eternity which can separate us from You, so that in Your presence we may meet life with gallantry and death without fear. You turn our darkness into light, in Your light we shall see light. Lord in Your mercy, hear our prayer. Christ the Lord is Risen Today! ALLELUIA!

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