Rectory: 732-363-4200 Rectory Fax: 732-370-3891 Convent: 732-364-2361 School: 732-364-4130 Religious Education: 732-364-4137 Rectory Office Hours, Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM-4:30 PM Second & Fourth Saturday: 9:00 AM-12:30 PM Baptism of the Lord Pastor: Fr. 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: Sr. Cherree Power, C.R. Religious Education: Sr. Ann Norton, D.R.E. Tuesday Overton Kate Walling Business Manager: Deacon Gino Esposito Director of Music: Emer O Mahony Youth Ministry Coordinator: Sr. Ann Norton Weekend Masses Saturday: 4:00 PM Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM, 12 Noon, 5:00 PM Daily, Monday-Friday: 7:20 AM & 12 Noon, Saturday: 8:00 AM Holy Days: As Announced in the bulletin Healing Mass: Every first Friday: 7:30 PM Sacrament of Reconciliation, Saturday: 3:00-3:45 PM & before each Sunday Mass Sacrament of Baptism: Every 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month Miraculous Medal Novena Monday 8:00 PM Parish Census: Every family in the parish should be properly registered. You may do so at the rectory office during regular rectory office hours. Envelopes: The use of parish envelopes enables us to maintain up-todate records of those who are actively attending & supporting our church. January 13, 2019 Baptism of the Lord 4215 Route 9 North - Howell, New Jersey 07731
Mass Intentions for this Week January 13, 2019 7:20 Dermot F. Murphy...Vita & Michael Ferrone 12:00 John Cirillo.Juanita & Bill Casey WEDNESDAY 7:20 Int. of Greg Mador... Vic & Priscilla Lagdameo 12:00 Kristen Butterfield... Mom & Dad THURSDAY..St. Anthony, a. 7:20 Richard Kruk... John & Marianne Grady 12:00 Nieves Mirasol... Daughter 8AM Francis R. Doyle..Lisa & Jude Mitchell 4PM Andy Vitzthun (Fr. Euk)..Denise & Brian Curran SUNDAY 7:30 Maria Eugenia Flores (Fr. Euk).Gloria Galambos 9:00 Jerry Guempel (Fr. Bill)... Donna Kisiel 10:30 John S. Davis (Fr. Chang)... Carol, Jordan & Family 12:00 For the People of the Parish (Fr. Chang) 5:00 Jake Honig (Fr. Bill)... Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Napolitano Sanctuary Candle Week of January 13, 2019 For the Intentions of the Children of Annette & Bill Nagy Chapel Candles- Week of January 13, 2019 In memory of Carmela & Frank Bifano...Marie & Nino..D Agostino Sacrificial Offering Update Readings for the Week of January 13, 2019 Sunday: Is 40:1-5, 9-11; Ti 2:11-14; 3:4-7; Lk 3:15-16, 21-22 Monday: Heb 1:1-6; Mk 1:14-20 Tuesday: Heb 2:5-12; Mk 1:21-28 Wednesday: Heb 2:14-18; Mk 1:29-39 Thursday: Heb 3:7-14; Mk 1:40-45 Friday: Heb 4:1-5, 11; Mk 2:1-12 Saturday: Heb 4:12-16; Mk 2:13-17 Sunday: Is 62:1-5; 1 Cor 12:4-11; Jn 2:1-11 Events for this coming Week See our website www.stveronica.com
Pastor s Notes You may have noticed a second TV in the narthex. This was an earmarked donation to the parish for the purpose of maintaining a reverent atmosphere in the nave of the church. It is very important that our little children attend Mass, but sometimes they can be unpredictable and persistent in behavior that distracts the entire congregation and the priests and deacons especially while they are delivering their homilies. The narthex now provides a place for them to go when they loose self-control during the public prayer of the congregation. Also it provides a space for people with special needs. Because food and drink are prohibited in the nave, it also provides a place for those who need to be drinking or eating because of various health conditions that cause them to drop the one hour Eucharistic fast which is mandated by the church. Please remember to leave your cell phone in your car or put it on airplane mode when you come for Mass. We speak of Jesus' baptism as His anointing. In the Old Testament anointings were used to set people apart for religious purposes, such as, priests, prophets, and kings. John the Baptist experiences an epiphany after Jesus comes up out of the water and the Holy Trinity becomes visible. It is the second Epiphany observed by the Church. (Adoration of Magi and Cana are the other two.) St. Peter tells us, After the baptism that John preached... God anointed Jesus with Spirit and power. Jesus is now being set apart by the total God Head and God Himself anoints Him as the long awaited Messiah. The Mystery of Jesus Anointing is significant for our salvation. It is more important for us and not for Him. It happened for us to make us holy as Jesus is holy. In the Incarnation the Holy Spirit caused the Word to become both human and divine. In this baptism, the Holy Spirit intervenes for us to attest to Christ s dignity as does God the Father, You are My Beloved Son in Whom I am well pleased. Ironically the sinless Jesus lines up with sinners to be baptized. This is a prelude to when He takes on our sins on the Cross between two thieves to save us from sin. His baptism is a breaking of the silence. The silent school at Nazareth comes to an end and Jesus, now thirty, old enough to speak in the Temple, takes on His public ministry. It is similar to Mary s fiat. Jesus, being like us in all things, but sin, takes on human obedience to the Father. It is a prelude to the Passion. In taking on this new mission, He now takes on a more grandiose lifestyle with miracles, preaching with authority, and victory over demons. God was separated from human beings by corruption and sin. The Holy Spirit could not be given to humans, until Jesus was anointed. The Holy Spirit had to become accustomed to dwelling among humans. The Holy Spirit became humanized and historicized in Jesus through the Incarnation. After the crucifixion, sin was destroyed and it was only then that the Holy Spirit could sanctify sinful human beings, provided that they repent and ask God for forgiveness. Fr. Euk Scripture Meditation Philippians 4:6 - Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Anxiety can sometimes paralyze us. If you have anxiety and want a sure cure, get on your knees and start praying. Allow the Lord to come into your heart and start trusting Him because He has our best interests at heart. No matter what situation we may face, His peace and love will replace our concerns and anxiety. God says there is nothing we need to worry about. Just put all our troubles in His hands, and He who rules the universe, yet knows each hair on our head, will see to it that everything will work out right. Let s make our requests know to Him. Deacon Gino Sunday Brunch You are invited to join us for our monthly brunch, Sunday January 20, 2019, after the noon Mass. Join us in the cafeteria for food, friendship and fun for the kids. See you there!!
OUR SPIRITUAL LIFE Please Pray for Our Sick March For Life Washington, D.C. January 18, 2019 Again this year, we are joining St. Robert Bellarmine s bus to go down to the March for Life in Washington, D.C. on Friday, January 18, 2019. There is no charge for the bus. We will arrange car pools from St. Veronica s to St. Robert s for the morning of Jan 18, or provide directions to the Church. Let us show our support for the sanctity of all human life. Please call Hu or Joan Mador at 732-367- 2565 to reserve a seat on the bus. There will be a special Respect Life Mass celebrated by Bishop O Connell at 7:00 PM on Thursday, January 17 at St. Robert Bellarmine Co-Cathedral in Freehold. There will also be a Mass of Life at 9:30 AM on Tuesday, January 22 at the Cathedral in Trenton, followed by a Rally for Life at the Statehouse at 11:00 AM. Please make every effort to attend one or both of these events. Thank you for your support. Our Lady Undoer of Knots There will be no novena to Our Lady Undoer of Knots during the month of January 2019. Please join us for the next rosary and novena to Our Lady Undoer of Knots on Friday, February 15, 2019, at 6:30 PM. in the narthex of St. Veronica s Church. All are welcome. If interested, please call Sheila Maloney at 732-364-5566 so enough materials will be available. Thanks and we hope to see you then! Baptism St. Veronica s Parish Family wishes to welcome those who have become members through the Sacrament of Baptism. Domenico James, son of Antonio & Nikki Chiricolo Alexander Leonardo, son of Natalie & Angelo Traina Thank you for the gift of life! Holy Hour "Trusting in Jesus" St. Gregory the Great Parish Chapel 4620 Nottingham Way, Hamilton Square, NJ 08690 Wednesday, January 16th, 2018 7:00 PM. to 8:00 PM. Chapel Rosary at 6:30 PM. What keeps us from trusting in Jesus? Join us for a meditation on trusting in Jesus and in the power of His name. Prayer Teams available for individual prayer. Music by members of Shepherd's Keep Hosted by the MARIAN SERVANTS of the Holy Family
Catholic School News and Open House Two strong and successful elementary schools, St. Veronica in Howell and St. Aloysius in Jackson will pool their resources and efforts and undergo a merger at the end of this school year, transitioning into Mother Seton Academy at this location. Father Euk and Fr Bambrick announced this decision on January 7 th at a joint meeting with faculty and staff, and then to parents in both schools. Bringing the two schools together will not only strengthen Catholic education in our communities now, but will ensure it for the future. This new model presents opportunities for growth and vision. Our superintendent, Mrs. Joann Tier, said, It is both commendable and inspiring that these two parishes are going to work together to ensure the continued health of Catholic Education for the children in their communities and those throughout the area. Bishop O Connell has approved the merger, has been encouraging and supporting the establishment and launch of the new Academy. May God continue to bless these endeavors The Week of February 4 th to 8 th we will host a Hospitality Week whereby parents may tour our building to become familiar with our school. On Sunday, February 10 th students will attend the 10:30 Mass followed by an Open House beginning at 11:30 2:30. ALL are welcome! Story Time With Jackson Starting January 16, 2019, the Church of Epiphany, Brick, will be hosting for Children 6 months and up story time with Jackson a 9 year old Maltese Mix Therapy Dog. Jackson will be doing story time biweekly on Wednesday's from 11:30AM-12PM. This is a free event ~ no need to register. For more information call Church of Epiphany 732-458-0220. Air Conditioner Replacement Campaign Goal- 200,000.00 Donations (Current) 111,460.00 Balance: 88,540.00 As of May 5, 2018, there will be a second collection on each Sunday that there is no Diocesan collection. This special second collection will be earmarked for our needed air conditioning system in the Church. We will continue this campaign until we reach our goal and we will keep you advised of our project status. Meanwhile, we thank all those who have made donations and for your continued support of our parish. Adoration Chapel Begin 2019 by placing our Eucharistic Lord first in your week. I have a burning thirst to be honored by men in the Blessed Sacrament. Jesus to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque. All hours available. Late and overnight hours and weekends most needed. Other needed hours: Sunday: 11AM Monday: 8AM Wednesday: 3AM, 5AM Saturday: 5AM Contact Debbie drev514@aol.com or leave a message at 732-367-7750. Homeless Ministry Our parish rectory is once more opening its doors to shelter the homeless on Monday nights, starting December 3rd and will continue until March 25th. We will need volunteers for meal preparation, chaperones and drivers. We appreciate the generosity and continued support of our parishioners. Please see our Missionaries of the Poor Lay Associates to sign-up and if you have any questions, please call Vic Lagdameo at 732-239-2149. OUR NEEDS Donated Electric wheelchair. If you are in need please call Mike at 732-570-7869 Pantry Needs Canned fruit, instant oatmeal, tea bags, dry milk, hot cocoa mix, pancake mix, syrup Needs The St. Veronica Prayer Shawl Ministry is in need of yarn. If you have any to donate, please drop off at the rectory. 2020 Mass Book Our 2020 Mass Book has opened. Limit: 2 Masses Cost: $10.00 per Mass request