Page 2 November 26, 2017 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe MASSES FOR THE WEEK It is a holy and wholesome thing to pray for the living and the dead. (II Mac. 12:46) Sunday, November 26, 2017 7:00 AM Richard Tetzlaff & Family Req. Family 8:30 AM Philip Fuentes (25th Anniv.) Req. Wife, Rosalie 10:00 AM Andrew DiMaio Req. Wife, Susan 11:30 AM Vincent Lardieri Req. Vincent & Nancy Bove 1:00 PM Angie Noe Req. Debra & Tim Monday, November 27, 2017 7:00 AM Matthew Blair Ward Req. Mother & Father 8:30 AM Joseph Hernandez Req. Family 9:30 AM Multiple Intention Mass Tuesday, November 28, 2017 7:00 AM Catherine & Lucille Whatley Req. John & Angela Immersi 8:30 AM Simon Briffa Req. The Briffa Family Wednesday, November 29, 2017 7:00 AM Catherine Cardan Req. Daughter, Karen & Son, Bob 8:30 AM Ronald A. Richards, Jr. Req. Mother Thursday, November 30, 2017 7:00 AM Edwin Mayer Req. Wife, Jean 8:30 AM Mr. & Mrs. Stavalo & Costa Req. Josephine & Frank Stavalo Friday, December 1, 2017 7:00 AM Thomas Norton Req. Michael Durkin 8:30 AM Thomas Srsich Req. Anne & Anthony Rokovich Saturday, December 2, 2017 7:00 AM Catherine Lamb Req. The Stansbury Family 8:30 AM Rocco Micciulla Req. The Parish Office Staff 4:00 PM Ruth Galli Req. Aunt Sue 5:30 PM Walter Bednarek Req. Daugher, Anna Marie Sunday, December 3, 2017 7:00 AM Millard Young Req. Lorraine Feeney 8:30 AM Thomas Srsich Req. Elizabeth Colavito 10:00 AM Joan Piga Req. Charles & JoAnn Donnarumma 11:30 AM Frances Ferrulli Req. JoAnn & Bob Zaratin 1:00 PM Nunzio & Jennie Scrofani Req. Family DAILY READINGS Sunday, 11/26/17 Ez 34:11-12, 15-17; 1 Cor 15:20-26, 28; Mt 25:31-46 Monday, 11/27/17 Dn 1:1-6, 8-20; Lk 21:1-4 Tuesday, 11/28/17 Dn 2:31-45; Lk 21:5-11 Wednesday, 11/29/17 Dn 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28: Lk 21:12-19 Thursday, 11/30/17 Rom 10:9-18; Mt 4:18-22 Friday, 12/1/17 Dn 7:2-14; Lk 21:29-33 Saturday, 12/2/17 Dn 7:15-27; Lk 21:34-46
Page 3 Multiple Mass Intention Monday at 9:30 A.M. November 27, 2017 In Memory of: Rev. Francis E. Santitoro The Santitoro Family (Living & Deceased) Rev. Frank Porazzo, & Porazzo Family Kathleen & Anthony Jackomin Joseph P. Flaherty Harry Varacchi Steven Kilianski, Req. Grandmother Barbara Kohaut, Req. Family Carmela Del Gaudio, Req. Family Robert Ternes, Req. The Ternes Family Robert Stefanic, Req. Wife Louis & Vita Oliviero, Req. Family Thomas & Mary Doyle, Req. Family Deceased Members of Iacullo & Salvatoriello Families, Req. Ann Iacullo Marie, Concetta & Peter Galante, Req. Ann Iacullo Stella Turco, Req. Husband & Son Carl Bargone (Birthday), Req. Mom & Dad Vincent & Angela Cuozzolino, Req. Ann Bederka St. Michael the Archangel, Req. K.M.C. Tom & Mary Beth Gannon, Req. Mom & Dad Jim Gannon, Req. Mom & Dad Margaret (Peggy) Romash, Req. Josephine Roeder Deceased Members of C. Tuchalski & Family, Req. Joan Ostrowski Deceased Members of M. Hyjek & Family, Req. Joan Ostrowski Mary Kostrewa, Req. Norbert & Trudy Maier Sandlin Rose Panamact, Req. Gloria Crayton John P. Morgan, Req. Mother, Anna Jack W. Morgan, Req. Wife, Anna Chris & Yolanda Vespucci, Req. Daughter & Son-in-law John & Alma Auriemma, Req. Son & Daughter-in-law Eileen Ahern, Req. James & Susan Anderson Rosemarie DeSando, Req. Lilly O Keeffe Loreta & Salvatore Antonucci, Req. Emidia & Philip Maddamma Michael Fay, Req. Agnes McCaffrey Charles LaBracio, Req. Patricia Guerin Dorothy Bariexca, Req. Alice Petroccione Delaney & McKenna Families, Req. Monica Delaney Tom & Rosemary Lindsey (Living), Req. Monica Pasquale Mastroviti, Req. Wife, Maria William Wieskus, Req. Barbara Johnson ++++++++++++++++++++ Please join us in praying for the intentions mentioned in this bulletin, including the victims of the earthquake in Iran/Iraq and the school shooting in California. ++++++++++++++++++++ SPECIAL INTENTIONS WEEK of November 25, 2017 to December 1, 2017 Bread & Wine-Church Charles & Betty Devaney, Req. Daugher, Mary Cimmello Sanctuary Candle-Church Rev. Francis E. Santitoro & Maria Santitoro, Sister Req. Andre & Ann Santitoro Vispetti
PARISH NEWS Page 4 PARISH NEWS ATLANTIC CITY TRIP TO RESORTS Date: Monday, December 4, 2017 Cost: $23.00 Coins: $25.00 Tickets are sold in the Parish Hall foyer on Tuesdays from 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. or you can call: ALTAR ROSARY SOCIETY WE WELCOME NEW MEMBERS! As a strong and spiritual group of women devoted to Our Blessed Mother, we invite all of our parish to join us as we sponsor the Giving Tree for the House of Hope in Toms River. Our December meeting will be our Christmas Luncheon at the Grove on Wednesday, December 20th, 2017 at 12:30 P.M. Tickets are still available and the cost is $25.00. Please join us at our meetings, which take place the third Wednesday of each month. The first meeting of the new year will be held on Wednesday, January 17th, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. in the Parish Hall. Cake and coffee will be available before the meeting begins. If you would like additional information, please call: Jean Hanna (732) 473-9755 - - - - - - - - - - - PARISH GIVING TREE The parish Giving Tree sponsored by the Altar and Rosary Society will be available starting the weekend of December 2nd-3rd, 2017 in the back of the church. The recipient of the gifts is the House of Hope in Toms River. Gift tags will be on the tree, so, if you can, please make someone happy who is less fortunate a purchase a gift as the tag indicates. Return unwrapped gift in a gift bag with the tag attached and place in the box next to the tree. The deadline date is Sunday, December 17th, to have all your gifts in under the tree. THANK YOU all for your generosity. HOLY NAME SOCIETY Due to poor attendance, the Holy Name meetings have been cancelled until further notice. If you would like additional information, please call: Andrew Turco (732) 286-6353 LEGION OF MARY Our meetings take place on Mondays from 9:30 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. The Legion of Mary is pleased to offer a weekly visitation of the Blessed Mother s statue to homes within the Parish community. New members are always welcome! For additional information, please call: Nancy Gallo (848) 480-2071 Mr. Sandy Monda (732) 349-0143 The bus leaves for Atlantic City from the St. Maximilian Kolbe Church parking lot promptly at 9:15 A.M. Please note that all cancellations are non-refundable. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Eucharistic Adoration will resume in the Chapel on Friday, December 1st, 2017 at 12:30 P.M. and will conclude at 2:00 P.M. The Adoration of the Exposed Blessed Sacrament is to join Pope Francis in praying for the unborn children and the special intentions we hold in our hearts. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament flows from the sacrifice of the Mass and serves to deepen our hunger for Communion with Christ and the rest of the Church. T R I V I A 1. What is the only state that grows coffee in the U.S.? 2. Astronauts on the International Space Station are at the same altitude as what visual phenomena? 3. Who was the only single, unmarried president? 4. What is the only fruit with seeds on the outside? 5. What currency is not accepted on overseas U.S. military bases, to spare shipping costs? 6. After retiring as a player, with what team did baseball great Babe Ruth spend one year as a coach? 7. What are the street lights in Hershey, PA designed to look like? 8. What children s product does Binney & Smith manufacture? 9. What does the word amen mean? 10. Who was the left fielder in the Bud Abbott and Lou Costello comedy skit Who s on First? (Answers on Page
Page 5 BINGO.BINGO.BINGO Bingo is held on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons in the Parish Hall. Doors open at 10:00 A.M. and the games begin promptly at 12:00 Noon. Food is also available for purchase. WEEKLY DEVOTIONS The weekly devotions of Bread and Wine, Altar Candles, Sanctuary Candles and Altar Flowers are available for 2017 and 2018 for the Church and Chapel. Stop by the Parish Office between the hours of 9:00 A.M. 3:00 P.M. to request your special week and intentions. SECOND COLLECTION The second collection this weekend is for Parish Development and Maintenance. ARTS AND CRAFTS We will be taking a little break and will resume our weekly meetings on Monday, February 4th, 2018. New members are always welcome to join our group that meets every Monday morning from 9:00 A.M. 11:30 A.M in the foyer outside the Parish Hall. mation, please call: For additional infor- Kathleen Petrone (732) 341-8785 SPIRITUAL ADOPTION PROGRESS Month 8 Sunday, November 26th, 2017 Thank you for praying for me. I am 8 months old now. I ve got long fingernails and I am getting ready for my birthday! I can t wait to see my Mom and Dad! Thanks to you and your prayers, I will see them soon! Mother, do not leave me! Let me seek your Son, let me find your Son, let me love your Son with my whole being. Remember me, my Lady, remember me. St. Josemaria Escriva, The Forge, #157 MAUSOLEUM Christ the King Mausoleum, at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, has been opened since November 2013. If you are interested in a final resting place for a loved one or yourself, and would like additional information, kindly call our Parish Office for an appointment at 732-914 -0300. MAUSOLEUM HOURS Weekdays: Monday to Friday 6:00 AM to 3: 35 PM Saturday: Sunday: 6:00 AM to 5:45 PM 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS All men interested in joining or transferring into St. Maximilian Kolbe s Knights of Columbus Council 10899, please contact: Robert Zaratin, Grand Knight (732) 608-0175 Meetings are held every 2nd Saturday of the month in the Parish Hall. Our next meeting will be held on Saturday, December 9th, 2017. We begin with the recitation of the Rosary at 9:40 A.M. - - - - - - - - - - ST. MAXIMILIAN COLUMBIETTES We are an organization of Catholic women dedicated to our Patronesses, Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Theresa the Little Flower and St. Joan of Arc. We are an affiliated Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus Council. We meet every third Saturday of the month at 9:30 A.M. in the Parish Hall. Our next meeting will be held on Saturday, December 16th, 2017. Cake and coffee will be served. If you are interested in joining the Columbiettes or would like additional information, please call: Patricia Guerin (732) 505-9251 ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS The Ancient Order of Hibernians are continuing to look for Catholic men of Irish heritage to assist them in their charitable works and have some fun! Please e-mail Jim Golden at a71breeze@verizon.net to request an application or for additional information, please call: Jack Brennan (908) 209-7975
Page 6 The Life of Jesus Matthew 25:31-46 Jesus said to his disciples: "When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, he will sit upon his glorious throne, and all the nations will be assembled before him. And he will separate them one from another, as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. He will place the sheep on his right and the goats on his left. Then the king will say to those on his right, 'Come, you who are blessed by my Father. Inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me, naked and you clothed me, ill and you cared for me, in prison and you visited me.' Then the righteous will answer him and say, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you drink? When did we see you a stranger and welcome you, or naked and clothe you? When did we see you ill or in prison, and visit you?' And the king will say to them in reply, 'Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of the least brothers of mine, you did for me.' Then he will say to those on his left, 'Depart from me, you accursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels. For I was hungry and you gave me no food, I was thirsty and you gave me no drink, a stranger and you gave me no welcome, naked and you gave me no clothing, ill and in prison, and you did not care for me.' Then they will answer and say, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or ill or in prison, and not minister to your needs?' He will answer them, 'Amen, I say to you, what you did not do for one of these least ones, you did not do for me.' And these will go off to eternal punishment, but the righteous to eternal life." CHRIST THE KING NOVENA PRAYER Recite one Our Father, one Hail Mary and one Glory Be per day followed by the Novena Prayer: O Lord our God, You alone are the Most Holy King And Ruler of all nations. We pray to You, Lord, in the great expectation of receiving from You, O Divine King, mercy, peace, justice and all good things. Protect, O Lord our King, our families and the land of our birth. Guard us we pray Most Faithful One. Protect us from our enemies and for Your Just Judgment. Forgive us, O Sovereign King, our sins against you. Jesus, You are a King of Mercy. We have deserved Your Just Judgment. Have mercy on us, Lord and forgive us. We trust in Your Great Mercy. O most aweinspiring King, we bow before You and pray; May Your Reign, Your Kingdom be recognized on earth. Amen.
Page 7 LIVES OF THE SAINTS Occasionally in this space will appear a short article covering the lives of the saints, especially with reference to those saints whose likeness appear on the stained glass windows in the church and chapel, or whose statue is present in the chapel area or the candle room area. LIVES OF THE SAINTS May the wisdom of the Saints inspire us in our daily lives: Nov 26 St. John Berchmans, Religious Nov 27 St. Maximus, Bishop St. Francesco Antonio Fasani Nov 28 St. James of the Marche, Priest Nov 29 St. Saturninus, Bishop & Martyr Nov 30 St. Andrew, Apostle Dec Dec 1 St. Florence, Laywoman 2 St. Bibiana, Virgin & Martyr ST. JAMES OF THE MARCHE Priest James Gangala was born in 1391 in the Marche of Ancona, Italy and was therefore surnamed of the Marche. Though of humble origin he was able to attend the University of Perugia and won the laurels of Doctor of Laws. However, after a short stint at teaching, he renounced the world to become a Franciscan friar. He was ordained and for 50 years preached the faith to thousands in season and out of season. Together with St. John Capistrano he fought strenuously against the rigorist and heretical sects known as the Fraticelli, and helped reconcile the moderate Hussites to the Church at the Council of Basle. Everywhere he went James stood as a luminous figure of sanctity and the Franciscan apostolate. Such was the fervor and power of his preaching that he is said to have converted fifty thousand heretics and countless sinners, including 36 harlots through a single sermon on St. Mary Magdalene. He traveled all over Europe as the ambassador of Popes and rulers, sleeping little and praying much. His love for the poor led him to establish pawnshops where they might borrow money at low rates, a work which was made very popular by his protégé, St. Bernadine of Feltre. Despite a vigorous life schedule, rigorous penances, and never-ending activity, St. James died at the age of 85 on November 28, 1476. PRAYER God, You made St. James on illustrious preacher of the Gospel to save souls and bring back sinners from the mire of sin to the pathway of virtue. Through his intercession may we be cleansed from all sin and obtain eternal life. Amen. ST. ANDREW Apostle St. Andrew, the brother of St. Peter, was a native of the town of Bethsaida in Galilee, and a fisherman by profession. Being first a disciple of St. John the Baptist, he later joined Jesus, and also brought to Him his brother Simon, with whom he became a member of the Apostolic College. After the dispersion of the Apostles, St. Andrew preached the Gospel in Scythia, as we learn from Origen; and as Sophronius says, also in Sogdiana and Colchis. According to Theodoret, St. Gregory Nazianzen, and St. Jerome, he also labored in Greece. It is even believed that he carried the Gospel as far as Russia and Poland, and that he preached at Byzantium. He suffered martyrdom at Patras in Achaia, and, according to ancient authorities, by crucifixion on a cross in the form of an X. The body of the saint was taken to Constantinople in 357, and deposited in the church of the Apostles, built by Constantine the Great. In 1270, when the city fell into the hands of the Latins, the relics were transported to Italy and deposited in the Cathedral of Amalfi. PRAYER Lord, You raised up St. Andrew, Your Apostle, to preach and rule in Your Church. Grant that we may always experience the benefit of his intercession with You. Amen. ST. FLORENCE Laywoman St. Florence was the daughter of a Roman colonist who was residing in Asia Minor on the road that led from Frigia in Seleucia. St. Hilary of Poitiers met her during a stop on his journey toward Seleucia where the Synod of 359 was to be held. Florence requested Baptism from the holy Bishop and followed him on his return to Poitou the next year. She then retired to Comble, Vienne, France, where she led the life of a hermit. She communed with God day and night, practicing much penance and combating the assaults of the devil. Finally worn out by her labors, she died in 366 at 29 years of age. Her relics were transferred to the Cathedral of Poitiers in the 11th century.
Page 8 Our Faith OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE Scripture is rich in the imagery it uses to unveil Jesus. He is Lord, Servant, Master, Friend, Teacher, Prophet, Healer, and more. There is a wonderful depth to the person and mission of Christ which the Spirit longs to reveal to those who seek it. It is like the delight of an experienced jeweler who finds a prize diamond; like the joy of a new bride who cherishes every moment spent with her beloved. Today the church invites us to reflect on yet another aspect of Jesus nature as we celebrate the feast of Christ the King. Though Jesus is portrayed as king, he is neither haughty nor pompous. His kingship is tied intrinsically to the humble image of the good Shepherd. Throughout salvation history, Yahweh revealed himself as the faithful shepherd of his people (Genesis 49:24; Psalm 23:1; Isaiah 40:11). He promised to find his lost sheep and heal them, to feed them with justice (Ezekiel 34:11-16). Yahweh, the Father of Israel, fulfilled his promise by sending Jesus, who conquered our hearts through love, not power. Even so, the humble Christ is rightfully called king; he defeated death, and all creation is subject to him (1 Corinthians 15:26-28). As our king, he calls us to obey his law the law of love. Based on this law, he will require an accounting from us at the end of time: Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brethren, you did it to me (Matthew 25:40). How do we fulfill this law of love? Our own standards might leave us bewildered as the goats in the parable. We must begin by humbly asking the King to reign in our hearts. For this reason, we come to the table of the Lord confessing: Lord, I am not worthy.only say the word and my soul shall be healed. As we receive Jesus love for us into our hearts, we are empowered to serve others. If we receive openly, we can give generously. Let us seek the green pastures of the Shepherd and allow him to fill our cup to overflowing. Then, at our journey s end, when Christ reigns over all creation, he will deliver us to the Father through the Spirit. He will commend us at last into the unity of the Trinity, saying: Come, O blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world (Matthew 25:34). POINTS FOR MEDITATION: In Matthew 25, Jesus is described as coming in his glory and sitting on his royal throne. In separating the sheep from the goats, what is this King most concerned about? How often do you recognize the King of glory disguised in the hungry, the homeless, the sick, or the imprisoned? Jesus is our King, but he never commands our allegiance. Instead he waits for us to invite him to reign in our hearts. How is Jesus kingship manifested in your life? Extend a fresh invitation to Jesus to reign more fully in your heart. If we are in the service of Christ the King, then we must be ready to advance his kingdom. Do you feel compelled to share the good news of Christ with others? Ask the Lord to give you a sense of urgency about evangelizing those who don t know him. PRAYER: Jesus, I pray that when you return, you will find faith among all people. May your return find me feeding the hungry, welcoming strangers, and preaching your good news to all. Amen. (The Word Among Us-Patricia Mitchell)
Page 9 2018 CONTRIBUTION ENVELOPES VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED! If you can spare some time, we are still in need of volunteers to distribute the 2018 Contribution Envelopes to our parishioners. We appreciate any help you can give. After all, many hands make light work! If you are able to help, please call the Parish Office at 732-914-0300 between the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. We thank all our volunteers who have already made many trips delivering envelopes to our parishioners! When you receive your new envelopes, please DO NOT use them until January 2018! AN INVITATION TO JOIN THE CHOIR TO MEN AND WOMEN, YOUNG AND OLD! Please consider joining the choir if you are interested in singing during the 4:00 P.M. Mass on Saturday, the 10:00 A.M. Mass on Sunday and special Masses throughout the year. Did you know that when you sing, you are praying twice? All for the greater glory of God! Our choir practices every Tuesday at 1:00 P.M. We would enjoy having you sing with us. New members are always welcome! If you are interested, please see our musical director, Tars Pono during practice on Tuesdays, or call the Parish Office at 732-914-0300. ST. MAXIMILIAN KOLBE CHURCH TRIP TO WOODLOCH PINES RESORT HAWLEY, PA June 4th - 8th, 2018 (5 days, 4 nights) TOUR INCLUDES Roundtrip Motor Coach Transportation 4 Nights Accommodations at Woodloch Resort 4 Great Breakfasts/4 Delicious Lunches 4 Wonderful Dinners Starting with lunch on day of arrival and breakfast on day of departure! Happy Hour and Entertainment nightly! Indoor and outdoor pool with hot tub! Shuffleboard, Bocce ball, Go-Carts, Bumper Cars, Paddle Boats, Fitness Gym, Movies, Horseshoe Games, Bingo, Boat Rides and much more!! Book Early! Availability is Limited! $100.00 per person deposit (fully refundable) For additional information, please call: Carmen 732-244-0404 T R I V I A A N S W E R S A mother was teaching her 3 year old daughter the Lord s Prayer. For several evenings at bedtime, she repeated it after her mother. One night she said she was ready to try it on her own. Her mother glowed with pride and listened to each word right up to the end. And lead us not into temptation, she prayed, but deliver us some e-mail. Amen. 1. Hawaii 2. Aurora Borealis 3. James Buchanan, Jr. 4. Strawberry-there is about 200 seeds on the average strawberry. 5. Pennies 6. The Brooklyn Dodgers in 1938. 7. Foil-wrapped Hershey s chocolate kisses. 8. Crayola Crayons 9. So be it, or Let it be. 10. Why