Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time

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1 Page 1 #623 February 17, 2019 Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time This Week At Holy Cross: Weekend: Food Drive For Project Paul Monday: Holy Cross Parish Office will be Closed Tuesday: Confirmation Interviews Wednesday: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Thursday: Bible Study Thursday: Holy Hour Thursday: Men s Group Friday: HC Open House Next Monday: Charismatic Healing Mass Inside this Issue Food Drive For Project Paul 2 Holy Cross Rumson Educational Foundation Meeting Holy Cross Men s Group 2 AA Meetings 2 Diary of A Parish Priest 3 Collection of Old Palm 3 Hymnals For Our Church 3 Holy Cross School News From January Memorial Votive Candles 4 Please Pray for the Sick of the Parish Mass Intentions 4 Holy Cross School Polar Plunge 4 Calendar at a Glance 5 Around The Cohort & The Diocese Blessed are you poor, yours is the kingdom of God Stewardship February 10, 2019 Offertory $8, Electronic Giving $ Alms $41.00 Candles $ Thank You Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time Ambrose ( A.D), an early church father and bishop of Milan, links the beatitudes with the four cardinal virtues which strengthen us in living a life of moral excellence. He writes: "Let us see how St. Luke encompassed the eight blessings in the four. We know that there are four cardinal virtues: temperance, justice, prudence and fortitude. One who is poor in spirit is not greedy. One who weeps is not proud but is submissive and tranquil. One who mourns is humble. One who is just does not deny what he knows is given jointly to all for us. One who is merciful gives away his own goods. One who bestows his own goods does not seek another's, nor does he contrive a trap for his neighbor. These virtues are interwoven and interlinked, so that one who has one may be seen to have several, and a single virtue befits the saints. Where virtue abounds, the reward too abounds... Thus temperance has purity of heart and spirit, justice has compassion, patience has peace, and endurance has gentleness." (Exposition of the Gospel of Luke , 68). Holy Cross School Open House Holy Cross School will host an Open House for prospective students and their families, Pre-K through Grade 8, on Friday, February 22nd, from 9 AM to 10:30AM. Pre-registration is encouraged but not required. Please call ext or click the Open House registration link on our school website Contribution Statements Holy Cross Parishioners who would like to receive a 2018 Contribution Statement may request one by ing; webmaster@holycrossrumson.org Thank you!

2 February 17, 2019 Page 2 #623 Food Drive For Project Paul We are conducting a Food Drive this weekend February 16/17, for Project Paul. Please help by donating non-perishable food, along with personal and household items. Monetary donations are also always appreciated. Parish Office The Holy Cross Parish Office will be closed on Monday, February 18th in observance of President's Day. Holy Cross Rumson Educational Foundation Meeting Holy Cross School parents and alumni, parishioners, and interested members of the community are invited to attend an informational/organizational meeting regarding the Holy Cross Rumson Educational Foundation at Wednesday, February 20, at 7:30 PM, in the Holy Cross School Library. Organizers will share their preliminary vision for the organization, solicit ideas and questions, and present opportunities for involvement, including volunteering, committees, Board membership, in-kind assistance, and more. The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization created to promote and support Catholic education in Rumson and surrounding areas. Its three initial objectives are to establish a grant fund to underwrite significant emergent operational and instructional purchases that might otherwise go unfunded; establish an endowment to provide a long-term income stream for significant expenditures and capital improvements; and put in place a structure to conduct future major capital campaigns. It will be governed by a Board of Trustees that will work closely with Holy Cross School s Principal, and Director of Development and Grants, in developing the legal and financial structures, and in identifying potential Board members, volunteers, and donors. If you have any questions, we encourage you to attend this important meeting, and invite you to reach out to Holy Cross School s Director of Development and Grants, Peter Lyden, ext or via at plyden@holycrossrumson.org. Holy Cross Men s Group The Holy Cross Men's Group provides opportunities for spiritual and personal growth, service and outreach to the Holy Cross Parish Community, and social interaction for adult men of the parish. The group meets on Thursday evenings, in the St. Joseph Meeting Room. New Members are welcome! Join us on Thursday, February 21, at 7:30 PM. AA Meetings We are happy to announce that there is an AA Open Discussion Meeting every Wednesday evening at 8:00 PM, in the St. Joseph Room of Holy Cross Church. Do not be depressed. Do not let your weakness make you impatient. Instead, let the serenity of your spirit shine through your face. Let the joy of your mind burst forth. Let words of thanks break from your lips. Saint Peter Damian ( )

3 February 17, 2019 Page 3 #623 Diary of A Parish Priest Read Fr. Manning s Blog and share it on Twitter and social media. Almost daily updates with reflections on the Saint of the Day, news from the parish or school, events of spiritual significance in the world and great photos and images. You can reach Fr. Manning s Blog directly at: Collection of Old Palm In preparation for Ash Wednesday we are collecting old palm. Please bring your old palm and place it in the basket in the Narthex of the Church. Hymnals for Our Church Bookplate dedications are available for Holy Cross Church. Download the form from the Parish Website, or call the Parish Office. Donations are $20 each. Holy Cross School News: From January Catholic Schools Week was a great success, thanks to the teachers, staff, students, parents, and our awesome PTA! Here are some of the highlights: Kick-off to Catholic Schools Week was a beautiful 10:30 Mass. Faculty and staff attended, as well as families in their Holy Cross spirit wear. Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser hosted by the PTA. Congratulations to the Hempstead family on their first place chili! Our Polar Plunge mascot was there for selfies! Student Appreciation Day was celebrated with silly hats, an assembly, and fun peer-teaching experiences in the Science Lab. The week wrapped up with a beautiful luncheon for the faculty and staff, hosted by the 8 th grade students and parents. Open House brought several families to take a glimpse of our school in action. If you would like to arrange a visit for your family, please call , ext

4 February 17, 2019 Page 4 #623 Memorial Votive Candle February 15 thru February 22 Colleen Gadowski (Phyllis Riddle) Memorial Votive Candles Holy Cross Memorial Candles burn from Friday to Friday in our Prayer Garden, in front of the Blessed Mother Statue. Your intention is announced at the Saturday 9:00 AM Mass. Candles and Cards are available at the Parish Office and on our Parish Website. A Memorial Candle donation is $20. Please Pray for the Sick of the Parish Out of respect for the privacy of the person who is ill and keeping in mind the HIPPA Laws, we can only publish prayer requests from the ill person or their guardian, with the permission of the ill person. We review the list every three months. Call with concerns! Catherine O Malley, Ann Connor, Eleanor Blass, Sophia Gonzales, Joey Weikel, John Wizeman, Marisa Murphy, Daniel Bonifacio, Jennifer Denis, Dawn Lloyd, Sandra Foster, Alessandra Giunta, Maria Incremona, Frank Reedy, Grace Fasullo, Maryann Allegra, John McCoy & Marilyn Hull. Mass Intentions Saturday, February 16 9:00 AM Carolynn Diakon (M/M Robert Finan) 5:00 PM Barbara Pistilli (M/M Dan Walsh) Sunday, February 17 8:00 AM Josephine Talerico (M/M Michael Seaman) 10:30 AM Ann Winters Maguire (M/M Dennis Lynch) 12:00 PM Patricia Gammino (M/M Doug Brown) 5:00 PM Deceased members of the Broderick Family (M. Curley) Monday, February 18 9:00 AM Dr. Chris Rooney (Geiger Family) Tuesday, February 19 9:00 AM Regina V. Mustaro (Maryjane Gallo) Wednesday, February 20 9:00 AM Holy Souls in Purgatory (Anonymous) Thursday, February 21 9:00 AM For Parishioners of Holy Cross Parish Friday, February 22 9:00 AM Regina V. Mustaro (Mrs. Emilia Mannaro & HC 2B) Saturday, February 23 9:00 AM George Kabash (Family) 5:00 PM James Harrington (Edward & Josephine Harrington) Sunday, February 24 8:00 AM Anita McCue (Joan McCue) 10:30 AM James A. Carter (M/M Dennis Lynch) 12:00 PM Arthur Murphy (M/M Martin Pattwell) 5:00 PM Colleen LaBruno (M/M Michael Rossaro) Holy Cross School Polar Plunge The AOH Polar Plunge for Catholic Education brought out hundreds in support of their Catholic schools. Holy Cross had a great showing of brave plungers!

5 February 17, 2019 Page 5 #623 Monday, February 18 HCS & Parish Office, Closed Tuesday, February 19 Tuesday, Prayer Group, 1:00 PM (St. Joseph Room) Confirmation Interviews, 7:00 PM (Gym) Wednesday, February 20 Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, 9:45 AM 4 PM Holy Cross Rumson Ed., Foundation Mtg, 7:30 PM (HCS Library) AA Meeting, 8:00 PM (St. Joseph Room) Thursday, February 21 Bible Study, 9:45 AM (St. Joseph Room) Youth Choir, 3:30 PM (PO) Exposition and Holy Hour, 6:00 7:00 PM Men s Group, 7:30 PM (St. Joseph Room) Friday, February 22 HCS Open House, 9 AM 10:30 AM Saturday, February 23 Mass 9:00 AM, Confession and Novena after Mass Sunday, February 24 SOR Classes Choir Call, 9:45 AM 8th Grade Confirmation Session, 4:15 PM Calendar at a Glance Monday, February 25 SOR 7th Grade Session, 6:30 PM RCIC Session, 4:00 PM RCIA Session, 6:30 PM Charismatic Healing Mass, 8:00 PM Tuesday, February 26 Tuesday, Prayer Group, 1:00 PM (St. Joseph Room) SOR Classes, 4:00 PM Wednesday, February 27 Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, 9:45 AM 4 PM Elizabeth Ministry Faith Sharing, 10 AM (St. Joseph Room) AA Meeting, 8:00 PM (St. Joseph Room) Thursday, February 28 Bible Study, 9:45 AM (St. Joseph Room) Youth Choir, 3:30 PM (Choir Loft) Exposition and Holy Hour, 6:00 7:00 PM Men s Group, 7:30 PM (St. Joseph Room) Saturday, March 2 Mass 9:00 AM, Confession and Novena after Mass First Eucharist Retreat, 10 AM & 1:00 PM Sunday, March 3 SOR Classes, 9:00 AM Children's Choir to sing at 10:30 Mass Hospitality Sunday, following 10:30 Mass Around The Cohort And The Diocese 22nd Annual Men s Conference Come to the 22nd Annual Men s Conference, on Saturday, February 23, Saint Mary, Mother of God Parish, Middletown. The theme is Rebuild My Church. The day runs from 8 AM to 3 PM, and will include Mass celebrated by Bishop David O Connell, with talks by Curtis Martin, Catholic radio & TV host; Kevin Reilly, former NFL player & current Philadelphia Eagles radio announcer; and Max Ford, an evangelist, singer and songwriter. There will also be a youth breakout session for young men, 8th grade to college age. Cost is $25 per person in advance ($30 at the door); $10 for students. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. For details or to register online go to or mail the names of persons registering, a check, and a self-addressed stamped envelope to: Catholic Men for Jesus Christ, PO Box 816, Morrisville, PA Furnished With Love We are a used retail furniture store at 175 Locust Ave in West Long Branch We are having our February Blow Out Sale, 50% off everything in the store! A unique way to buy high quality items at reduced prices! Downey Side Adoption Do you want to make a difference in the life of a foster care child? If so, apply to adopt through Downey Side and give foster care children a permanent home. Children are school age and up. Call Sister Elizabeth Engel, or send to: sister.engel@gmail.com. Girl Scouts, My Promise, My Faith Award February 24, from 12:30 PM 2 PM, at Church of the Nativity. Girls Scouts of all levels can complete the requirements for the Award pin. Registration required. Cost for Award pin is $4, pay at check in.