St. Veronica Church 4215 Route 9, Howell, NJ 07731 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time 732-363-4200 www.stveronica.com June 12, 2016 Pastoral PastoralStaff Staff Pastor Father PastorVincent T. Euk Father Vincent T. Euk Parochial Vicar Fr. VicenteVicar Magdaraog Parochial Fr. Vicente Magdaraog Weekend Assistant Fr. Bill O Brien Weekend Assistant Fr. Bill O Brien Deacons Tom Cechulski, Sr. Deacons Charles DayeSr., Jr. Gene F.R. Moir, John Franey James Littlefield Gino (Louis) Esposito Tomasz Cechulski Charles R. Daye Jr. School Principal John Franey Sister CherreeEsposito Power, C.R. Gino (Louis) Religious Education School Principal Sr. AnnCherree Norton,Power, D.R.E. C.R. Sister Priscilla Lagdameo Religious Education Business Manager D.R.E. Brenda Heffernan, Deacon Esposito Lauren Gino DeMaio, C.R.E. Parish Administrator Director of Weg Music Leonard P. Regina R. Reale Director of Music Youth NancyMinistry CondardoCoordinator Deacon John Franey Director of ACTS Phone Contacts Deacon Tom Cechulski Bozena Cechulski Rectory 732-363-4200 Convent 732-364-2361 Coordinator of Youth School 732-364-4130 Ministry Education Religious Deacon John Franey 732-364-4137 Rectory Fax 732-370-3891 Phone Contacts Rectory 732-363-4200 Rectory Office Hours: Convent 732-364-2361 M-F 9:00-4:30 PM School 732-364-4130 Second & Fourth Saturday Religious Education 9AM 12:30 PM 732-364-4137 Cafeteria 732-364-9455 Baptisms: Every 2nd and 4th ACTS Office 732-364Sunday of each month,. 2936 Fax 732-370-3891 5:00 PM Sundays: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30, 12 noon, 5PM Weekend Masses: Saturdays: 4:00 Daily Masses: Mon-Fri 7:20 AM & 12 Noon, Sat: 8AM Holy Days: As announced in the bulletin. HealingMass Mass every everythird thirdtuesday Tuesdayatat7:30PM 8PM. Healing SacramentSacrament of Reconciliation SaturdaysSaturdays from 4:00from to 4:45PM call to schedule aneach appointment with a priest. of Reconciliation 3:00 toor3:45pm and before Sunday Mass
Mass Intentions for this Week June 12, 2016 MONDAY.Saint Anthony of Pdua, pr. & dr. 7:20 J Johnnie Ochoa...Donna & John D Alessio 12:00 John G. Weg...Deacon Gino & Rosaria Esposito SATURDAY 8:00 AM Richard Colgan..Wife TUESDAY 7:20 John Malayter... Son, John 12:00 Catherine Owens...Denise & Chuck WEDNESDAY 7:20 Andrew Lynch...Deacon Gino & Rosaria Esposito 12:00 Ann Pawlicky... Sisters of the Resurrection THURSDAY 7:20 Int. of Jaclyn O Neill... Mike, Jill & Family 12:00 Noreen O Neill...Ferguson Family FRIDAY 7:20 Alana Marie Allorto.Hoefler Family 12:00 Gerard Schiavo..Rubbinaccio Family Events for this coming Week 4PM For the Fathers of the Parish SUNDAY 7:30.....For all 9:00... Fathers 10:30...of 12:00... the 5PM... Parish Sanctuary Candle Week of June 12th In memory of James Keenan... Diane Reppy Chapel Candles Week of June 12th In memory of Gennaro Romeo & Fra Umile...Catherine Romeo See our website www.stveronica.com Sacrificial Offering Update Last Week s Offering: $15,615.00 Thank you for your continued support. Readings for the Week of June 12, 2016 Monday: 1 Kgs 21:1-16/Ps 5:2-7/Mt 5:38-42 Tuesday: 1 Kgs 21:17-29/Ps 51:3-6, 11, 16/Mt 5:43-48 Wednesday: 2 Kgs 2:1, 6-14/Ps 31:20-21, 24/Mt 6:1-6, 16-18 Thursday: Sir 48:1-14/Ps 97:1-7/Mt 6:7-15 Friday: 2 Kgs 11:1-4, 9-18, 20/Ps 132:11-14, 17-18/Mt 6:19-23 Saturday: 2 Chr 24:17-25/Ps 89:4-5, 29-34/Mt 6:24-34 Next Sunday: Zec 12:10-11; 13:1/Ps 63:2-6, 8-9/Gal 3:26-29/Lk 9:18-24
Pastors Notes David s secret crime is exposed by God through the prophet, Nathan. Unlike most people, who would automatically deny this, David immediately repents and asks for forgiveness. While David s life is spared, the sword does not leave his family. This is a good example of how our sins, private and public, still have lasting effects from the natural order being disturbed. If you read on in the scriptures you will see that David s illegitimate son dies. There is murder and rape in his immediate family and even incest. This section of Sacred Scripture points to the origin and corruption seen today. This is why it is so important to recognize our sins and make best efforts to prevent ourselves from committing them. No doubt that this is the purpose of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. In this life, nature never forgives. Only God forgives and sometimes people do too. Simon the Pharisee has no big sins troubling him. He is an expert on the law and surely tithes, fasts, etc.. While he feels righteous, Jesus sees otherwise. He may be committing the greatest of sins he is conscious of no sin. He seems self-sufficient and may think himself as perfect even before God. Simon invited Jesus to his home as a guest and as a Rabbi. While there is no commandment to be courteous, his lack of courtesy had to be humiliating for Jesus. A kiss to an invited guest was an act of respect. Washing feet was necessary. Anointing or burning incense was a kind gesture usually performed to an invited guests, especially to a Rabbi. When a Rabbi was invited to a rich man's home, everyone could freely come in and out to listen to him. This is the reason why this woman appears at Simon s home in this Gospel passage. She is most likely a prostitute. She is seeking out Jesus and her conversion has already started. She has a selfawareness that she is a sinner and she is also a child of God, looking for His forgiveness. Her sensitivity to Jesus indicates that she already notices that Jesus is not being treated in a decent fashion and she may be trying to make up for it in her own way. We should reflect on common courtesy and proper dress during this summer. I am sure most of us would wear a suit and tie or a dress, men and women respectively, if we were to visit the president. But when it comes to God, how do we dress? I realize that the government is trying to see no difference between the sexes, but the seven genders are really a legal fiction. Immodesty is still noticed by our satanic-given instincts. Yes, it was never meant to be that way by God, but that is what happened when Adam and Eve sinned and found themselves to be naked. Ever since we have been denying self-control and even nature itself. Immodest dress tells us a lot about people and where they are in their faith journey. Yes, the Church is full of sinners and perhaps this is God s way of reminding us of this sad fact. Fr. Euk Scripture Meditation "Bringing an alabaster flask of ointment, she stood behind him at his feet weeping and began to bathe his feet with her tears." This woman gave everything she had to Jesus in her courageous display of public repentance. The flask of ointment, for starters, was undoubtedly very expensive. To anoint Jesus in this way was to pamper him with a luxury. Thus she honored Jesus with the best gift she could give. But more than this external offering, the woman also "gave" Jesus her tears. She wept for her sins, for the hope of forgiveness, and for the love of Christ. She literally poured herself out before Jesus as she revealed the depths of her soul. Also, to wipe his feet with her hair was to give the gift of her humility. Cleaning someone's feet is a lowly task to begin with; but to use her own hair for the job revealed that she did not think of herself as "too good." Simon the Pharisee, on the other hand, had exactly that problem. Jesus used the opportunity to distinguish between those who love much, and those who love little. The self-righteous, like Simon, have little room in their hearts for love of others because they are so full of the love of themselves. They feel they have nothing to repent for. This woman, however, acknowledged her weakness humbly and was all the more ready and willing to love. We, of course, are challenged to be as generous, courageous, and humble as this sinful woman. We are called not to compare our sins to others' that are "worse" than ours, but rather to honestly recognize where we have failed. Then, like this woman, we can show great love to Christ by giving him the very best of what we have.
OUR SPIRITUAL LIFE Please Pray for Our Sick Monica Drumm Tom Lovito Lorraine Groh Robert Sewing Mark Stoughton Vinny Placanica Michael Kuras Susan Termine Connie Camilleri Erin Haber Kathy Pfeifer James Addiego Paula Baiga Kinsey Beaton Margie Paulmann Joseph Neglia Richie Brown Gabriella Cavallaro Eugene Binkowski Vita O Kane Nancy Petroccione Ryan Dickerman Kasey Seymour Robert Farrell Tyler Laderia Brianna Bove Michael Connolly Diane Hines Patrick Fontana Christopher Zoas Brendan Condon Joe Oates Jane Oates Jean Mc Adam Marie Juckiewicz Carmen DeVone Ralph Scarabino John Rodrigues Claudine Lindquist Deanna Elliott Karen Casserole Christine Clements Cathy Forman Ed Kelly John Kerod P.J. Nasdeo Ross Johnson Mia Castellan Dennis Hayward John Kerod Please Pray for our Parishioners Serving our Country: Sgt. Sean T. Curran Sgt. Brennan Six PV2 William Wotton GSMI Sandro Farduchi Sgt. Krystyna Cechulski Capt. Julio Collazos S.R. Steven Brennan Sgt. Gregory Hiller Corp. Ethan Bolger PFC Zackary Burkey Corp. Luke Wlodkowski 1st Lt. Robert F. Farrell 1st Lt. Ash Young Sgt. Paul Coyle Baptism St. Veronica s Parish Family wishes to welcome those who have become members through the Sacrament of Baptism, Tessa Rose, daughter of Frank & Heather Gagliano Aurora Linda, daughter of Noel & Valerie Fabretti Christopher Paul Richard, son of Roxanne Nagurka Thank you for the gift of life! HOME ENTHRONEMENT OF THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS The parish of St. Veronica s invites and encourages all families and those living alone to enthrone the Sacred Heart of Jesus in their homes. If you are interested in the Home Enthronement of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, please contact Joan and Hu Mador at732-367-2565 to make arrangements. Church and Chapel Sanctuary Candles If you would like to donate a Sanctuary Candle for a loved one, please contact the rectory office (732-363-4200). Candles will be in memory of or intentions of the named individual for one week (Sunday to Saturday) and announced in our bulletin. Weekly Donation: Church Candle $10 Chapel Candles $15 (2). Banns of Marriage Ryan Rooney & Jonathan Springer (3) June 18, 2016 Radio Maria with Fr. Euk Tune into station 6:20AM, every first and third Tuesday of the month from 9:30-10:10PM. 3rd Friday Community Gatherings During the summer months (June - August) the 3rd Friday Community Gatherings will be deferred until Sept. 16, to allow families and friends to enjoy and spend time together. We wish you and your families a blessed and joyful summer. Looking forward to seeing you in September Attention Students Do you need service hours for school or confirmation? Consider helping maintain the gardens and grounds around the St. Veronica Church and campus. We will meet every Tuesday 6:30PM 8:00PM in front of the church starting June 21-August 30. Participate as much as you can or want. After each session attended you will receive proof of the time you served. What to bring: 1. permission slip 2. enthusiasm 3. gloves and hand shovel if you have 4. water to drink Any questions pleas contact Lisa Franey lhfraney@gmail.com or call 732-905-6811. Healing Mass at St. Veronica s. Our next monthly Healing Mass is Tuesday, June 21st at 7:30PM. Mass is followed by healing prayer. Everyone is welcome. Please note there will be no Healing Mass in July and August MEMORIAL DAY MASS & BREAKFAST THANK YOU Sincere thanks to all who made the Memorial Day Mass and Communion Breakfast such a memorable occasion: Fr. Euk, Fr. Vic, Deacon John; Regina Reale, Bill O Donovan, and the choir; our ushers and servers; the Knights of Columbus for a wonderful breakfast; and the stores which donated food items (Dunkin Donuts, Big City Bagels, Stop&Shop, and ShopRite). St. Veronica Respect Life Committee. SAVE THE DATE! St. Veronica Parish Dinner-Dance Saturday, November 12, 2016, 7 PM Honoring Father Vincent Euk on his 30th Anniversary to the Priesthood. Tickets will be available July 1 $20.00 per person. Contact the rectory
Lectors Needed If you enjoy proclaiming the word of God and are interested in joining one of our ministries, consider becoming a lector for Sunday Mass. If you are interested contact the rectory office at 732-363-4200 Registration for Religious Education AFTERNOON CLASSES will meet on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4:30PM until 5:45PM for grades 1-8. On Mondays at 4:30 5:45 p.m., we also offer Special Sacraments, Holy Innocents, and RCIC classes. AFTERNOON WEE WISDOM CLASSES will meet on Mondays and Tuesdays ONLY. MONDAY and THURSDAY EVENING CLASSES will meet from 6:30PM until 7:45 PM for grades 1 to 8. Come into the RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE from 10AM to 4:30 PM OR DOWNLOAD THE FORMS FROM THE PARISH WEBSITE (stveronica.com) and send them to the Religious Education office, 4219 Rt. 9 N, Howell, NJ, 07731. Classes will be available on a first come, first serve basis only. Remember Monday afternoon fills up fast and is first come, first served. Please be sure to download the form called Religious Education Notes and Policies for your information. NEW STUDENTS and students receiving Sacraments this year (Gr. 2 and Gr. 8) MUST INCLUDE THEIR BAPTISM CERTIFICATE WITH REGISTRATION. Registration has begun and continues until July 15th. We are also looking for catechists, aides, and hall monitors for the 2016-2017 CCD year. Please email Sr. Ann Elizabeth at sr.ann@stveronica.com if you are interested in volunteering for any of these positions. GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE FOR SALE Support St Veronica school with the purchase of gift cards for routine shopping and gifts! Cash and checks accepted. $25 Target, itunes, Kohl's, Macy's, Stop & Shop, Shop Rite, Barnes & Noble, Wawa, Applebees, Panera, Dunkin Donuts cards on hand in school office Order form for other cards will be available any time in school office and on school website - orders placed by Friday will be received the following Friday. ***School earns cash rebates at no additional cost to you On-hand cards available at any time in school office during open hours, including summer hours - Contact Judy Skrincosky 732-232-0870 to order or with any questions Adoration Chapel 100 Benefits of Eucharistic Adoration Benefit #15 In order to convert America and save the World what we need is for every parish to come before Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament in Holy Hours of prayer. (Blessed Mother Teresa). Hours Most Needed: Urgent No adorer Wednesday: 12 Midnight Thursday: 8AM, 5PM Contact Debbie drev514@aol.com or leave message 732 367 7750 The Bread From Heaven Café The Bread from Heaven Café is now open and welcomes those in need to join them every Friday at 11:00 a.m. in the Colombian Room at the Knights of Columbus on Bartley Road for a hot meal and some food to take home. For more information please contact Helen at 732-245-5954 Our Lady Undoer of Knots Please join us for the next meeting and novena to Our Lady Undoer of Knots on Friday, June 17, 2016 in the narthex of St. Veronica's Church at 6:30 PM. If interested, please contact Sheila Maloney at 732-364- 5566 so enough materials will be available. All are welcome. Thanks! OUR NEEDS Legion of Mary Legion of Mary is always in need of religious articles (used or new). Many thanks to all those who have taken part in our rosary-making effort. If you would like to make rosaries, please let us know. No experience necessary. Please contact Mary Anne (732-367-0284) for information. Donated Twin Bed box spring & mattress (barely used) Please call Nancy at 609-709-3327. Donated White Refrigerator (approx. 14 cu. ft.) If interested, please call Joe at 732-364-8782. Food Pantry Needs- Items needed most: Coffee, veggies, jelly, pancake syrup, mayo, ketchup, baked beans
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