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1 The Church of Epiphany ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Our Church Gathers for Celebration of the Eucharist SUNDAY 8:00 am, 10:00 am & 12:00 Noon SATURDAY 9:00 am and 5:00 pm Vigil of Sunday WEEKDAYS 9:00 am Monday thru Saturday HOLIDAYS Mass as Announced Mon. Jan. 1 Solemnity of Mary Sun. April 16 Easter Thurs. May 25 Ascension Thursday Tues. Aug. 15 Assumption of Mary Wed. Nov. 1 Feast of All Saints Fri. Dec. 8 Immaculate Conception Mon. Dec. 25 Christmas The Sacrament of Penance Saturday 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm or by appointment anytime. Sacrament of Marriage Saturday 11:00 am, 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm. Couples should contact the Parish Office to make preparations at least 1 year before the planned wedding date. Parish Staff REV. MICHAEL SANTANGELO, Pastor REV. TONY LIONELLI, Weekend Assistant REV. JAMES REDSTONE, Weekend Assistant LOUIS V. COMMISSO, Deacon FRANK W. JACKSON, Deacon Retired MICHAEL MULLARKEY, Deacon RONALD NOWAK, Deacon KIM LORENTZEN, Director Religious Education DANIEL DANTONI, Director of Music DONNA WOODLEY, Parish Secretary CAROL LORE, Finance Secretary MICHELE EVANS, Administrative Asst., Rel. Ed. MICHAEL & AMY NOWAK, Middle School Youth Group S. KING, L. BENNETT, B. HUMPHRIES, H.S. Youth Group Welcome New Parishioners Please fill out a registration form which can be obtained in the Commons Area or contact the parish office during office hours. REV. MICHAEL SANTANGELO, PASTOR MARCH 12, nd Sunday of Lent Rectory / Parish Office 615 Thiele Road, Brick, NJ FAX: Office Hours Mon.-Thurs 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Fri. 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Summer Hours Mon.-Fri. 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Website: Follow us on Facebook! Religious Education Office Mon. - Thurs. 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Fri. 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Summer Hours: 9:00AM-3:00PM Sacrament of Baptism The Sacrament of Baptism is ordinarily celebrated the 2 nd and 4 th Sundays of each month at 1:15 pm. To schedule Baptism, please call the Parish Office, at least one month in advance. Sponsor Letters/Requirements The following is required by Canon Law to be a Catholic Godparent/Sponsor for Baptism or Confirmation. Be at least 16 years of age. Have completed the Sacraments of Initiation. (Baptism, Eucharist & Confirmation) If married, have a marriage that is canonically valid and recognized by the Catholic Church. Be a registered and active parishioner living a life of faith. You must be registered with our parish for at least 3 months before we will provide a sponsor letter. Although you may have registered with our parish, if you are not attending Mass regularly and using the envelope system there is no way for the parish office to confirm regular Mass attendance. Please contact the Parish Office to confirm your status with our parish.

2 DAILY MASS INTENTIONS Saturday, March 11, :00AM Tom Dziedzic by George & Helen Bailey 5:00PM Helen & John Fabach by Jane & Jeff Fabach Sunday, March 12, :00AM Phyllis Hilla by Carol LoRe 10:00AM People of the Parish 12:00N Ginger Negri by Ginny Rimback Monday, March 13, :00AM Frank Donlon by Jeanne Cleary Tuesday, March 14, :00AM Patrick J., Margaret & Gerome P. Erwin by Dan Wednesday, March 15, :00AM Mel Akerley by Family Thursday, March 16, :00AM Fred Schuster by Doreen & Tom Gougeon Friday, March 17, :00AM Joseph Aulisi by Terry Aulisi Intentions in the Grey book Saturday, March 18, :00AM Robert Kellenberger by Elizabeth & Michael Slane 5:00PM Joseph Aulisi, Jr. by Terri Aulisi Sunday, March 19, :00AM Edward Gambarella by Regina & Ralph Ferucci 10:00AM Tony Spirio by Spirio family 12:00N People of the Parish Faith In Our Future Sunday Scriptures Here are next Sunday s Scripture Readings 3 rd Sunday of Lent First Reading: Exodus 17:3-7 This story from Exodus reveals that the Israelites, after their escape from Egypt, cast all blame for their sufferings on Moses. In this instance, they were dying of thirst. When Moses appealed to the Lord, the Lord directed Moses to strike a rock and water would gush forth. For Reflection and Sharing: What words particularly spoke to you in this reading? Second Reading: Romans 5:1-2, 5-8 Gospel: John 4:5-42 THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH Monday, March 13, :15AM MM Novena & Rosary (Mon. thru Sat.) 11:00AM Stoke Steppers PH#1 4:00PM Adoration WA 7:30PM Epiphany Planning TASK Force Mtg PH#3 Tuesday, March 14, :00AM Come & See Bible Study APR 5:30PM CCD Grade 1-8 Vet s Middle School 7:00PM Parish Pastor Council Mtg - APR 7:30PM Contemporary Group WA 7:30PM Joy Prayer Group PH#1 Wednesday, March 15, :30AM Hospitality After Mass 1:00PM The Daniel Plan APR 7:00PM Cub Scout Pack #47 APR 7:00PM The Daniel Plan PH#1 7:00PM S.D.W. RE Thursday, March 16, :00PM Stoke Steppers PH#1 7:00PM Melody Choir WA 7:00PM Bethany APR 7:00PM St. Vincent DePaul PH#1 7:00PM A Biblical Walk Through the Mass PH#3 7:30PM Adult Choir - WA Friday, March 17, :30PM Stations of the Cross - WA 8:00PM AA APR Saturday, March 18, :00AM Magi Meeting - APR 1:00PM Social & Support Group APR 4:30PM Easter Candy Fundraiser Sunday, March 19, :00AM Easter Candy Fundraiser 8:00AM 1 st Grade Mass WA 10:00AM 2 nd Grade Mass - WA 4:00PM Mangia Mingle Pot Luck - APR A Message Regarding St. Patrick s Day from Bishop David M. O Donnell There are very few days in the Church year for penitential absence from meat as a sacrifice. It is serious enough as an obligation as to be listed as one of the Precepts of the Church. I am happy this year to give a dispensation from the Lenten abstinence requirement for those attending a St. Patrick s Day celebration in a parish or other Catholic organization, but ask our Catholics attending that dinner/event to transfer the Lenten abstinence sacrifice to Thursday, March 16. Respectfully yours in the Lord, Most Reverend David M. O Connell, C.M., J.C.D. Bishop of Trenton There will be a Second Collection for our Diocesan Assessment the weekend of March 18 & 19 th. Envelopes will be available in the Commons area. 2

3 PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK JUDY KOEHLER, CAROL LYNCH, SAL AMATO, RILEY KELLENBERGER, ANTHONY CIOFFI, RITA PEZZA, FR. JAY BOWDEN, VICKI COPE, MICHAEL COPE, ADRIANO PAZ, PAUL GADDIS, KATHY DESTEFANO, ELIZABETH TUCK, NETTIE NICIEWSKI, ED PUZIO, TROY JORDAN, FR. PETER PALMISANO, MICHAEL SILVERSTEIN, VINCENT PEGLIUCA, CHRISTOPHER RICCIARDI, OLIVIA BAUTISTA, PETER REYNOLDS, VERONICA SEGARS, JULIAN CHAVEZ, KAREN DADEMO, RANDY RANIERO, ANN MAIRE SPIRIO, LILLIAN WOOLLEY, JOHN VAFIADIS, RICH FREDRICKS, DOLORES SCHNIDER, BABY EVAN ROMANO, ANNIE NICHOLS, JASON ANDERSEN, ROBERT FRIESS, JEANNE CLEARY, EMILIA GALE, MICHAEL GALE, TOM WALLING, PATRICIA ALEXANDER, JENNY SIBILIA, BOB BARRETT, JANET DREHER, KARINA ROMANO, KRISTIN SUTTAN, and those in the sick call book. Please Pray For the Sick list is for those parishioners who are in need of further prayers from our Prayers of the Faithful. They will remain on the list for 2 months, after which time their names will be moved to the Grey Book. Vigil Light Prayer Lord, May this candle be a light for You to enlighten me in my difficulties and decisions. May it be a fire for You to burn out of me all pride, selfishness and impurity. May it be a flame for You to bring a warmth into my heart towards my family, my neighbors and all those who meet me. Through the intercession of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Mary, I place in your care those I come to remember. For the week beginning March 12, 2017 The Vigil Lamp in front of the Tabernacle (no intentions), The Vigil Lamp in front of the Blessed Mother is for Nettie Niciewski by Joan Mullee; The Vigil Lamp in front of the Sacred Heart is in memory of Eugene Miller from his Daughter, The Vigil Lamp in front of the St. Joseph is for a Special Intention. Please pray for the repose of the souls of the deceased spouses, relative, friends and benefactors of the parish and for the comfort and consolation of their families including; Mary Newlander St. Vincent DePaul In the Gospel Jesus says, "Whoever fulfills and teaches these commands shall be great in the kingdom of God." By your gift to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul you indeed put your faith into action as you fulfill the commands of Jesus. Thank you to those of you who answered Jesus request to care for the suffering. God bless you and your families as you continue on this Lenten journey. And because of the generous donations on Ash Wednesday, we were able to raise $1,433. Helping Hands Helping hands is in need of instant coffee/coffee, can chicken, and macaroni & cheese. We would like to thank all of you, for what you have donated to our pantry. Your donations have helped to put more food on the table of many needy families. The Food Pantry is open Monday 10-1 & Saturday at our Parish Hall. Helping Hands Ministry is looking for individuals or small groups to donate a COMPLETE EASTER DINNER BASKET for a family in need. Please contact the parish office to sign up. It will be necessary to bring the basket to the Parish Hall on Friday, April 7 th between 8 & 10:30 AM. Bethany Bereavement The meetings will take place on the third Thursday of the month in the All Purpose Room. This months meeting will take place on March 16 th at 7:00 PM in the APR. The discussion will be lead by Fr. Jim Redstone. Be with us as we journey through our losses and work towards acceptance, especially when it comes to significant dates without the physical presence of our loved ones. All are welcome. Annulment Information Sessions For many people, the process of marriage annulment is very mysterious, often accompanied by considerable misinformation. In order to dispel misconceptions, the diocese sponsors Annulment Information Sessions annually in parishes within each county of the diocese. For more information, call or rmoore@dioceseoftrenton.org. Ocean County Information session: St. Barnabas, Bayville on March 29 th from 7:30PM 9:00PM. Emmaus Men s Group The Emmaus Men s Group of Epiphany is a ministry for today s Catholic man. It is a Catholic Men s Fellowship Group that exists to serve and bring together men to strengthen their faith. The group will meet on the second Saturday of each month from 9 11AM. 3

4 Ways to Support Your Parish Why Should I use weekly envelopes? The use of envelopes is important, they document your active participation in the faith life of our parish. This information is needed in order to obtain a Letter of Eligibility to be issued when you are asked to be a baptism or confirmation sponsor. This also facilitates the preparation of a statement of contributions for income tax purpose. If you do not currently participate in our envelope system and would like to start using them, please contact the Parish Office at ***Our Current Collection*** 3/5 - $7, Collection $ Black & Native $ Christmas Club $ Online Our Annual Appeal 2017 Our Goal $48,000 Annual Appeal Explanation The Annual Catholic Appeal, formerly the Bishop s Appeal, mission remains the same as it was when it began; to financially empower the Church to serve all the people of God, regardless of belief. What s different today: the needs are greater than ever before. For more information visit the Diocese website: If you would like to receive weekly envelopes, please see Carol in Parish office or give us a call at Online Giving If you prefer to pay bills and manage your finances online, you can set up an account and make your parish offering online via our website. You will be able to specify exactly how much you are giving, how you are giving it (credit card or bank withdrawal), to what fund you are giving, and when/how often you would like to contribute. It s safe and secure, and you can even track your giving history and pledge progress at any time. Just click the Online Giving button (on the home page or the Online Giving page) to get started or access your existing account. If you have questions about the security of online giving or the processes involved, check out the Online Giving FAQ page on our website: churchofepiphany.org Ways to Perpetuate a Memory or Commemorate an Event The Tree of Life: This is a way to perpetuate the memory of a loved one or to memorialize someone. To make a donation of $500 for an engraved leaf or $2500 for a stone, please contact the parish office staff at or carol@churchofepiphany.org Commemorative Bricks: This is an ideal way to commemorate a graduation, wedding, special family celebration, or acknowledge a love one. To order one of the two bricks (4X8 or 8X8) and make a donation of $150 or $200, please contact the parish office staff at or carol@churchofepiphany.org Bequests We are a tax-exempt non-profit Organization and gratefully accept donations from last will and testament and/or stock to assist in carrying out our mission. For more information on how to have your wishes known, please talk to your personal banking representative. May God Bless you for your generosity! Vigil Candles If you would like to donate a Vigil Candle for a loved one, please contact the parish office. Candles will be in memory of or intentions of the named individual for one week (Sunday to Saturday) and announced in our bulletin. Donation is $10 Spiritual Bouquet A Spiritual Bouquet is a spiritual blessing that is made for a loved one during the First Friday Mass of the Month. In addition, their name will be printed in the bulletin. You can also request a card. Donation is $10 Become a Member of Epiphany To join Church of Epiphany please find registration forms in our Commons area, the Parish office or go to our new registration link on line at Year-End Tax Contribution Statements We know many parishioners do not want/need a tax contribution statement. Therefore statements will be issued upon request by ing Carol at Carol@churchofepiphany.org or calling the Parish Office. For those who give online. You can process your tax statements directly from ParishSoft. Go to My Online Giving History, click print, select the time period, and then select detail report. This report satisfies IRS regulations for charitable contributions. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR ADVERTISERS THEY MAKE OUR BULLETIN POSSIBLE! Please call for special pricing for your advertisement. 4

5 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Kim Lorentzen Director of Education Michele Evans Administrative Assistant RELIGIOUS EDUCATION DATES TO REMEMBER: March 19 8:00AM 1 st Grade Mass 10:00AM 2 nd Grade Mass March 22 nd 4:30PM 8 th Grade Retreat March 28 th 5:30PM 7 th Grade Confirmation Test Youth Group News Middle School Youth: 6 th, 7 th & 8 th Graders Any questions please contact Amy or Mike Nowak at epiphanyjryouthbrick@gmail.com Our next meeting will be 6:30 8:00PM: March 23 in the APR Senior Youth Group Group is open to all high school students in the 9-12 grades. Any questions please epiphanysryouthgroup@gmail.com Our next meeting will be 6:30 8:00PM: March 23 at the PH#1 Summer Religious Education The Summer Program is offered to our parishioners as an alternative to the traditional once a week class format that is held September through May. Upon registration, the tuition is to be current. Tuition for the summer 2017 program must be paid in full at time of registration. Before committing to the Summer Program, please carefully read the requirements outlined in the registration packet which have been mandated by the Diocese before registering. Parents and students are required to attend three (3) one hour catechetical sessions that will be held during the Advent, Lent, and Easter Season on the following Sundays at 9:00AM Lent: Sunday, February 26, 2017 Easter: Sunday, April 9, 2017 Please keep in mind there will be no make up dates available. Save the date for 2017: June 26, 2017 July 7, 2017 (No session on July 3 rd & 4 th ) Religious Education Registration Early Religious Education Registration will begin February 7, 2017 through May 21 st for the 2017/2018 school year. This year registration will take place either in the Religious Ed Office or on Tuesday evenings at the Middle School during Religious Ed. Register early by May 21 st so that your family can receive the $50 tuition discount. Please visit our website for 2017/18 Tuition Fees. In order to register for 2017/18 we are asking that at least 75% of your outstanding 2015/16 tuition be paid and/or is current. When registering your child for the upcoming year, a $30. per child deposit is required which will be applied to the 2017/18 tuition. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Religious Ed Office. Epiphany s Mangia Mingle Celebrate St. Joseph's Day at Epiphany's Mangia Mingle Pot Luck Dinner on Sunday, March 19th at 4:00 PM in the APR. In honor of St. Joseph's Day we are having a potluck dinner and we hope that you will come! It's a true feast, each guest contributes a homemade dish to be shared among the group. Desserts will be added to our St. Joseph's Table. There is a sign-up sheet in the Commons Area which will be updated weekly to limit many repeats. BYOB - Soda & Water will be provided. All ages are welcome. The menu for the Mangia Mingle is a potluck dinner with an emphasis on Italian foods; however, since we are an International Church, all cuisine is welcome! Our Monthly News Letter is Back! If you did not receive our monthly newsletter last month, but you would like to start receiving them, please visit our website at click the picture to the right that says "Join Our List" and follow the step. Save the Date: Parish Family Social at Houlihan s May 24 th 2017 from 5PM 9PM A portion of the proceeds goes to benefit Church of Epiphany. Epiphany s Welcome Committee This Committee will welcome new parishioners to our parish family, share information about our ministries, and of course offer a little something light to eat. If you re someone who likes to welcome and embrace new people, please contact the parish office at or carol@churchofepiphany.org 5

6 Parish Pastoral Council Meeting The Parish Pastoral Council will be meeting on March 14th in the All Purpose Room. The open session is held from 8:15PM to 9:15PM. All parishioners are welcome to attend. We encourage you to attend the open session and share your input. Gospel: Matthew 17:1-9 Wishing to reveal His glory to Peter, James and John, Jesus takes them to a mountain where he is transfigured before them. When Peter exclaims that he will build three tabernacles here in honor of Jesus, Moses and Elijah, a voice from above proclaims: This is My beloved Son on whom My favor rests. Listen to him. God has saved us and has called us to a holy life, not because of any merit of ours but according to his own design the grace held out to us in Christ Jesus before the world began but now made manifest through the appearance of our Savior. He has robbed death of its power With Peter, James and John we join Jesus on the Mount of Transfiguration. It is a transforming moment, when the Lord reveals to us who He is. The voice speaks, not only telling us of Jesus, but also that we are chosen, His favor rests in us, and our lent is our moment to be transformed by God s forgiving grace. We remember the simple definition that grace is the very life of God, communicated to us as a gift, and accepted. We begin our second week on our journey, aware that we have been chosen. God offers us the gift of His grace, but we need to seek it and accept it. As Paul told Timothy, God s grace robs sin of its power. Another name for grace is power. Use it, seek forgiveness and forgive someone else. Are you a Business Owner? Have You Considered Advertising in the Parish Bulletin? Here s another way to boost your business while supporting your parish. Every weekend, Epiphany distributes 500 bulletins which are placed in the hands of every person attending the Masses. It is a must read for parishioners who wish to stay current with the activities and programs at our parish. The majority of readers are local residents with families that have a strong commitment to the local area and tend to support businesses that support their faith community. Based on this circulation, your message is presented thousands of times over a 52-week period. If interested, please contact Carol at or Carol@churchofepiphany.org Formed.org Our Parish has subscribed to FORMED.org, an online platform of the Catholic Faith, which can be accessed anytime, anywhere! Use it on your computer, tablet, or smart phone. You can access books, movies, and other material for Adult Faith Formation, Marriage Preparation and Enrichment, Scripture Study, RCIA, Sacrament Preparation, Small Group studies, Teen Discipleship, and much more! Here s how easy it is: Go to our website, click the FORMED.org link, create a personal account, using your . The Parish Code field is already populated with our Parish code QCFWHW. Start enjoying the best Catholic content all in one place! Your children will love the new content we have for them on FORMED programs, ebooks, movies, and talks that will entertain, engage, and inspire them with the beauty and wonder of their faith. 6

7 Update!! Easter Parish Fundraiser! Why wait in long lines at the candy store when you can order from Old Monmouth Candies? Please consider supporting Epiphany's Spring Fundraiser when purchasing your Easter candy this year. If you would like to ask friends, neighbors, or co-workers, your efforts will be greatly appreciated. You can pick up an order form in the Parish Office. Please complete and return it with cash or a check made payable to Church of Epiphany by March 19, Candy will be available for pick up in the All Purpose Room the week of April 3 rd. Jelly Bean Raffle Take a chance... For $1.00 you can take a chance on guessing how many Jelly Beans we squeezed into a jar. The person who has the closest guess, without going over will win an Old Monmouth Chocolate Bunny. Raffles can be purchased after every Mass or any day in the Parish Office. Raise the Roof! Thank you to all of those who have made donations to our Raise the Roof Fund. As of 3/8 we have raised $30,791 for the Church roof. If you would still like to make a roof donation, Raise the Roof donation forms can be found in this weeks bulletin. Before you Re-Gift Before you regift that unwanted gift, please consider donating it for the Epiphany Parish upcoming Gift Auction fundraiser. That unwanted Nutcracker or 100th bottle of lotion is just the type of stuff that we are looking for! You can bring any gifts you have to the Religious Education Office. We are also in need of any baskets you may have received and would like to donate. Please remember all gifts must be NEW with tags. Come one, Come All Saturday, June 24, 2017 Join Epiphany s Magi as they take a day trip to see Mary Poppins at the Paper Mill Playhouse. Look for more details in the coming weeks. The Daniel Plan WHAT IS THE DANIEL PLAN? The Daniel Plan is a groundbreaking healthy lifestyle program founded on biblical principles and focuses on The Essentials: Faith, Food, Fitness, Focus and Friends. The program offers an innovative approach to achieving a healthy lifestyle where people get better together by optimizing their health in each of these life areas. Each essential supports and influences the others, offering a practical step-by-step approach for anyone to follow. The essentials of Faith and Friends are what we call the secret sauce that makes The Daniel Plan so effective. The program benefits are accelerated when done in a supportive community of friends because God designed us to thrive in relationships. We have learned that the process of getting healthy and staying healthy relies on the support and encouragement of friends. With the support of God and your group, you have far more than willpower helping you to make positive changes so you can be consistent and sustain your new healthy lifestyle. The overarching message of The Daniel Plan is about abundance, not deprivation, and this is why the plan is both transformational and sustainable. The Daniel Plan teaches a step-by-step approach and offers simple ways to incorporate healthy choices into your current lifestyle. Throughout the program you are encouraged to rely on God s power, and the application of dependable biblical principles. Our meeting schedule will be as follows: 1:00 3:00 PM All Purpose Room March 15 th March 22 nd March 29 th April 5 th 7:00 9:00 PM Parish Hall #1 March 15 th March 22 nd March 29 th April 3 rd Garden Club This Ministry will be responsible for cultivating God s green earth outside the church. If you have a few hours a week to help with landscaping our parish grounds, we would appreciate hearing from you. If this is something you d like to do, please contact the Parish Office at or carol@epiphanychurchofbrick.org James & Margaret Cranwell Sharon Lasko & Thomas Casazza 7

8 Stations of the Cross Please join us in the Worship Area at 7:30pm for the Stations of the Cross each Friday beginning March 3, 2017 until April 7, Calling All Prayer Warriors Join us as we gather to pray for the well being of our Parish. As you know we, the people of Epiphany, have a desperate need to come together and pray for the future of our Parish. There are many steps we can take to secure our future but nothing happens without prayer. We plan to gather once a month for at least one hour. We will have Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with the Rosary, quiet prayer, and closing with Benediction. We will meet the second Wednesday of each month in the Worship Area at 7pm starting March 8, If you have any questions, please call Deacon Lou Commisso at Wanted Computer Savvy Parishioners Do you have a computer with Internet access? Are you able to search the Internet and send s with attachments? The Gift Auction Committee is in need of parishioners to work from home soliciting major corporations for donations for Epiphany's Gift Auction. Please contact Donna West at Dwest471@comcast.net A special "Stations of the Cross" for those in (and around) Recovery will be held Thursday, March 30th at 7pm at St Denis Church in Manasquan. This event is sponsored by St Denis Recovery Ministry as a way to offer Christ-centered recovery programs. Refreshments/Discussion to follow. Kindly RSVP by to stdenisrecoveryministry@gmail.com or by calling St Denis rectory at prior to event. St. Paul s Christian School St. Paul s Christian School on Herbertsville Rd in Brick announces Registration for the 2017/2018 school year for students in Nursery School through Sixth Grade. We offer a half day 3-year old program, as well as a half day and full day Pre K program. Our Christian based curriculum is taught by certified teachers in a nurturing environment. Before and after school care is available for a nominal charge as well. To arrange a school tour or for more information, please call us at Lay Carmelites Please consider taking a spiritual journey---the Carmelite Way. For more information, contact Lydia Bargiuk at St. Dominic School Open House & Registration for Preschool through Grade 8. Academically Excellent Catholic Education in a 21 st Century Learning Environment. Monday, March 20 th & Wednesday April 26 th 9:00AM -11:00AM & 1:00PM 2:00PM For more information, call or visit us at Feast of the Annunciation Healing Mass Many people are not aware that the anointing of the sick is not just for those about to die. This powerful Sacrament benefits most of us for various ailments such as those suffering from grief, addiction, mental illness, anxiety, disease, and upcoming surgery, taking care of someone aging or sick, a child, a child with special needs, a difficult pregnancy, etc. We all need some form of healing whether that is physical. emotional or spiritual and although every mass is a healing mass, the anointing of the sick is powerful. Please join us on Saturday, March 25 th at 8:30AM and bring a friend. Refreshments will follow in the hall at Sacred Heart Church 725 main Ave Bay Head Questions about Foster Care or Adoption? Tuesday March 21 st 6:30 7:30PM Please join us for an informational session to find out how to become a foster or adoptive parent and how we can help you through the process! Individual & in home appointments also available. Division of Child Protection & Protection Hooper Ave., 2 nd floor, Conference Room Toms River. For more information please call Lee Xenakis, X An Evening with David Haas Thursday, March 30 Join in a truly uplifting and soul healing experience! Distinguished composer/musician David Haas (composer of over 400 beloved songs including You Are Mine, Blest Are They, We are Called ), in concert, accompanied by choirs and instrumentalist. Meet and greet reception to follow! Sponsored by St. Mark s Music Ministry, beginning at 7PM at 215 Crescent Parkway, Sea Girt. Tickets are $15 /Adults $10/Student Saint Peter School A National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Invites you to attend our Annual Kindergarten Discovery & Information Day! March 23, am-10:30am Join the Class of 2026! RSVP at saints@stpschool.org or call to reserve your spot. * 415 Atlantic Ave. Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 8

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