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OUR�MISSION�Guided by the Gospel and strengthened by the Eucharist, we the Catholic people of St. Benedict worship God with joy, excitement and commitment. We welcome and reach out to each other and those beyond our community. Challenged by our call to receive God’s gifts gratefully;
nurture God’s gifts responsibly;
share God’s gifts generously and return God’s gifts with increase. Living our faith in Jesus Christ, we spread the Good News by providing hope, spirituality, education, hospitality and social justice. Pastor:
Rev. Garry Koch
Parochial Vicar:
Rev. John Michael Patilla
Deacons
John L. Clymore
Richard L. Morris
Raymond R. Pelkowski
Stephen G. Scott
MASS�SCHEDULE�Saturday Vigil: 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m.
and 12:30 p.m.
Monday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m.
RECONCILIATION�First Friday: following the
9:00 a.m. Mass
Every Saturday: 4:00 p.m.
and by appointment
JANUARY 1, 2017
SOLEMNITY OF MARY, THE
HOLY MOTHER OF GOD
165 Bethany Rd., Holmdel NJ www.stbenedictholmdel.org
ALL�ARE�WELCOME�
The shepherds went in haste to Bethlehem and found Mary and Joseph,
and the infant lying in the manger.
When they saw this,
they made known the message
that had been told them about this child.
All who heard it were amazed
by what had been told them by the shepherds.
And Mary kept all these things,
reflecting on them in her heart.
Then the shepherds returned,
glorifying and praising God
for all they had heard and seen,
just as it had been told to them.
When eight days were completed for his circumcision,
he was named Jesus, the name given him by the angel
before he was conceived in the womb.—Lk 2:21
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PARISH�OFFICE�Office Hours: Monday to Friday
9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Voice: 732/264-4712; Fax: 732/264-9080
Mrs. Lorrie McGee, Administrative Assistant email: [email protected]
Mrs. Eileen Cannarozzo, Administrative Assistant email: [email protected]
Mrs. Margaret Roddy, Administrative Assistant email: [email protected]
Mr. Bob Cognat, Facilities Manager email: [email protected]
Mrs. Francine DeMuria, Business Administrator email: [email protected]
Mrs. Lori Ulrich, Director of Marketing and Event Management email: [email protected]
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ST.�BENEDICT�SCHOOL�St. Benedict School is staffed by a state certified lay faculty, and has earned Middle States Accreditation. We provide Catholic education from kindergarten through eighth grade, as well as an extended day program.
Voice: 732/264-5578; Facsimile: 732/264-8679 Mrs. Candace Wallace, Principal Mrs. Francine DeMuria, Administrative Assistant email: [email protected] Mrs. Monica Hurni, Administrative Assistant email: [email protected]
RELIGIOUS�EDUCATION�The Religious Education Program provides religious formation and sacramental preparation for children from first through eighth grade.
Mrs. Denise Contino, Director of Faith Formation 732/264-4712 ext. 26 email: [email protected] Mrs. Carol Cesario, Administrative Assistant 732/264-4712 ext. 24 email: [email protected]
CATHOLIC�YOUTH�ORGANIZATIONS�(CYO)�The Junior CYO (Grades 6-8) and High School CYO (Grades 9-12) are open to all students for monthly meetings, as well as social and service activities.
Mrs. Lori McCahill, Director of Youth and Marriage Ministry
732/264-4712 ext. 27 email: [email protected]
FROM�THE�PASTOR�
Dear Fellow Parishioners of Saint Benedict: It is that time again to focus on thinking about the year ahead as we reflect on the year that has passed. At St. Benedict 2016 was a very positive and productive year. We undertook several new initiatives through both the Faith Formation office and the school. We made some improvements to the physical plant both to the interior and the exterior. Overall the parish seemed to do well in 2016.
The question now stands as to what are the resolutions we have as a parish for 2017?
Certainly there are new initiatives coming through the diocese that will impact us. You will be hearing more about both Faith in Our Future and Faith to Move Mountains in the coming weeks. It is important that we focus on these initiatives as much of the programming that we are able to do as a parish will rely on these two points of focus. I ask you all to be open in mind and heart to the challenges that these programs place on us. Together we can move forward and make a positive impact on our community. The Faith Formation committee and the Pastoral Council are both working on ideas and plans to continue to advance our programs and our parish commitment to the new evangelization. Their work and insight are always impressive and the contributions they are making to the life of the parish are positive and forward thinking. We have many talented people who serve our parish in many ways. You will see the fruits of some of their work beginning in Lent this March.
The school is doing well and we are able to make some steps forward in the coming year. You will see an Open House ad for the school later in the bulletin announcing the opening of a Pre-K4 class for the coming school year! We are also moving forward with the development of the Middle School model for grades 6 – 8. This means some remodeling in the building and some staffing moves all of which are designed to enhance the programs we have while adding new ones. The Science Lab project, which I announced in the Fall, is developing and will be happening in Spring. These are very exciting times in the school for sure. One recent initiative in the school is the addition of an early morning care program beginning at 6:30 a.m. every day. Many parents need before school care and we were able to find the staffing to make this happen. Our first week was December 12th and the response has been positive. This is also a good program to have in the recruitment of new families to the school.
As individuals we also all make some personal assessment of where we are at the beginning of a new year. It is time for all of us to take stock of our spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical health and to make those necessary adjustments to get back on track so that we might all enjoy a strong, healthy and positive year ahead.
May the Lord, in his mercy, continue to grant to you and your families every good blessing and peace during this New Year!
A Most Blessed New Year to All!
Fr. Garry
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PARISH�REGISTRATION��New parishioners, regardless of where they live, are always welcome and are encouraged to register at St. Benedict. Registration forms are available in the parish office and on our website at stbenedictholmdel.org
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SOLEMNITY OF MARY, THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD JANUARY 1, 2017
MEMORIAL�INTENTION��
ALTAR BREAD AND WINE In loving memory of Richard Hartt
req. The DeMuria Family
SUNDAY,��� JANUARY�8TH���
The Epiphany of the Lord
8:00 a.m. Andrew “Rusty” Dalton req. The Family
9:30 a.m. Pro Populo
11:00 a.m. Amanda Fernandez req. Linda Baig
12:30 p.m. Angelo de la Cruz2 req. The Edmonds Family
Please remember in your prayers all those whose names are
listed in our Prayer Intention Book.
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OUR�LADY�OF�VICTORY�ADORATION�CHAPEL�
For those interested in giving up one hour a week to our Lord or for
questions regarding scheduling please call
Kathy, 732/739-3381.
For questions concerning Adoration or the Real Presence of our Lord please email inquiries to
Deacon Steve Scott, [email protected]
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DEVOTIONALS�If you would like to memorialize one or all of the candles in our Adoration Chapel in honor/memory of a loved one for one week, please contact the parish office.
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MASS�INTENTIONS�FOR�THE�WEEK��
SATURDAY,�DECEMBER�31ST�
9:00 a.m. Frank and Mafalda Aprile
req. Children and Grandchildren
5:00 p.m. Charles and Louise Imbro req. The Imbro Family �
SUNDAY,��� JANUARY�1ST���
Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother of God
8:00 a.m. Pro Populo1
9:30 a.m. Raymond Thomson req. His Family
11:00 a.m. James and Eileen Lynch req. Family
12:30 p.m. Valentin Ruiz req. Alice White
MONDAY,�� JANUARY�2ND�
Ss. Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen �
9:00 a.m. Edward Beck req The Bodisch Family
TUESDAY,�� JANUARY�3RD�
9:00 a.m. Reverend Joseph Cornely req. The McGee Family
WEDNESDAY,�JANUARY�4TH����St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
9:00 a.m. Eleanor Ganter req. The DeMuria and Hurni Families
John J. Brennan req. Mary and Tom Mykityshyn
Tony Malone req. St. Benedict Knights of Columbus
Emilio Gerbasio req. Jose and Nancy Tages
The Aquanno Family req. The Bujnowski Family
Alfred Barbieri, Sr. req. The Armstrong Family
Joseph Pizzi
req. Clergy, Staff and Parishioners of St. Benedict
Dylan Vassallo req. The Vassallo Family
Carol Stokes
req. Clergy, Staff and Parishioners of St. Benedict
Peter Rizzuto req. Pat Rizzuto
THURSDAY,�� JANUARY�5TH���
St. John Neumann �
9:00 a.m. Mitchell Dahir req. Regina and Jim Harris and Family
FRIDAY,�� JANUARY�6TH�
St. Andre Bessette
9:00 a.m. Ann Mariano McCurdy req. Mom and Dad
SATURDAY,�� JANUARY�7TH�
St. Raymond of Penyafort 9:00 a.m. Pat and Dorothy Corrano req. Carol and Rich Healey
MEMORIAL�MASS�SOCIETY�
�Marion Rooney req. Peggy Harrington
John Brennan req. Peggy Harrington
Tony Malone req. The Zielaznicki Family
Reverend Joseph Cornely req. The McGee Family
Flora DeAngelis req. Pat Liptzin
Dorothy Moser req. The Moser Family
T. Frank Dalton req. Suzanne Dalton
John Carbon Sr., req. Ginny Balzarini�
5:00 p.m. Betty Gallo req. The Conkling Family
1 For the People of St. Benedict
2 1st Anniversary of Death
Please pray for the Deceased
Edward Febo
Theresa McDermott
Eleanor Wild
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MEMORIAL�OPPORTUNITIES�If you would like to memorialize the
Altar Bread and Wine, Altar Flowers or
Sanctuary candle in honor/memory of a
loved one for one week, please contact
the parish office. Intentions will be listed
in the bulletin.
Liturgical Ministry Schedule for Saturday, January 7th and Sunday, January 8th
Sat. 5:00 p.m. Sun. 8:00 a.m. Sun. 9:30 a.m. Sun. 11:00 a.m. Sun. 12:30 p.m.
Altar Servers L. Hewski-(red)
B. Berde
N. Berde
A. Martini
V. Fasano-(red) C. Esposito D. Fasano N. Ferrao
C. Farrell-(red) T. Angelo R. Aversa H. Jaeger
B. Kane-(red) O. Kelleher
C. Kane B. Kane
J. Howell-(red)
M. Lupo
L. Gritzek
H. Hass
Lector M. McCahill First reading
A. Berde Second reading
C. Faverio First reading
J. Lloyd Second reading
Children’s Mass
D. Kane First reading
I. Lindsay Second reading
M. DeGennaro First reading
C. Gallo Second reading
Eucharistic
Ministers
C. Buckley-B1 S. Buckley-B2 L. McCahill-C3
EMHE needed-B3
Deacon-C4 A. Strozak-B5 M. Strozak-B6
A. Healey B1 & B2
C. Healey-C3 R. Healey-B3 Deacon-C4
S. Romano-B5 J. Nobile-B6
D. Contino-B1 M. Crowe-B2 T. Merlo-C3 R. Meurer-B3 Deacon-C4
M. Roddy-B5 J. Roddy-B6
S. DeSimone-B1 J. Gargana-B2 M. Kane-C3
T. Munning-B3 Deacon-C4
M. Mykityshyn-B5 L. Chivi-B6
EMHE needed-B1
M. McAleavy-B2 EMHE needed-C3
P. Remick-B3 Deacon-C4
S. Talamo-B5 D. Vurchio-B6
Screen Operator J. Bowen C. Romano L. Cioffi J. Munning K. Holtz L. Holtz
Church Offertory
December 18th
Church Contributions $13, 135
Donations in cash $ 1, 585
Church offertory for December 25th and January 1st
will be published in a future bulletin.
St. Benedict Catholic
Church Memorial Mass Society
For a suggested donation of $20 those who are
enrolled in the Memorial Mass Society will
benefit from Masses to be celebrated on Twelve
First Saturday’s. A book with the names of all
those enrolled will be placed near the altar for
the Memorial Mass. The names of first time
enrollees will be read at the first Mass in which
they are remembered. When requesting
enrollment in the Memorial Mass Society a blue
padded Mass Card will be provided for
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A Junior Lector is any student in grades 6-12 that would
be interested in reading at Mass. This is a perfect
opportunity for the youth of our parish to serve and be
more engaged in the liturgy. All inquiries can be
directed to Denise Contino at 732/264-4712 ext. 27 or
email [email protected].
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE NOVEMBER 20, 2016May the Lord of peace himself give us peace at all times and in every way. Amen
St. Benedict Catholic Church
Memorial Mass Society
For a suggested donation of $20 those who are
enrolled in the Memorial Mass Society will
benefit from Masses to be celebrated on
Twelve First Saturday’s. A book with the
names of all those enrolled will be placed near
the altar for the Memorial Mass. The names of
first time enrollees will be read at the first Mass
in which they are remembered.
When requesting enrollment in the Memorial
Mass Society a blue padded Mass Card will be
provided for presentation to the family
of the deceased.
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Other Services –
Help for People with Medicare (SHIP) - SHIP is a State Health Insurance Program that provides FREE, objective, confidential help to Medicare beneficiaries who have problems or questions with Medicare, Medigap, Medicare Advantage Plans, Part D and Long-Term Care. Please call the Parish Office for more information. �
ALCOHOLICS�ANONYMOUS�Three meetings are held weekly: Monday 8:00 p.m., Tuesday 6:30 p.m. and Friday 5:45 p.m. Meetings are held in the Choir room.
MERCIFUL�SAVIOR�GROUP�The St. Benedict Merciful Savior Group meets every Monday (except when a holiday falls on a Monday) at 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel. For further information, please call Sal and Janice Alagona at 732/264-5744 or Geri Ventura at 732/566-6642.
MUSIC�MINISTRY�The Contemporary Choir sings every Sunday at 11:00 a.m. Mass. The Youth Choir sings at the 9:30 a.m. Mass on the second and fourth Sundays . The Teen Choir sings at the 5:00 p.m. Mass on the third Saturday. For information about the Contemporary Choir, please contact Tom O'Brien, Choir Director at [email protected]. For information about the Youth Choir or Teen Choir, please contact Ellen Remick, Choir Director at [email protected].
PRAYER�SHAWL�MINISTRY�The Prayer Shawl Ministry meets on alternate Tuesday mornings to knit or crochet shawls for those who are ill or have lost a loved one. If you would like a shawl for someone or would like to join us on Tuesdays, please call Caroline Cattani at 732/566-2085.
THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME NOVEMBER 13, 2016�
THE�SACRAMENT�OF�BAPTISM�The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated on the second and fourth Sundays of the month and the fifth Sunday in a month when there is a fifth Sunday, at 2:00 p.m. Parents must attend a Baptismal Preparation Class at any Catholic Church. Baptismal Preparation Classes are held at St. Benedict on the first Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. in the Church. Godparents must obtain a sponsor eligibility certificate verifying they are practicing Catholics who have been confirmed. A date for Baptism will not be confirmed before sponsor eligibility certificates are received at the Parish Office.
The next Baptism Preparation class will be held on Monday, January 2nd at 7:30 p.m. in the Gathering Space.
THE�SACRAMENT�OF�HOLY�MATRIMONY�Catholics have the duty to receive the Sacrament of Matrimony in a church. Please make contact with the parish office at least one year prior to your intended marriage date to begin the
preparation process. This includes attendance at a Pre-Cana Conference and several sessions with a priest or deacon.
If you are presently in a civil marriage and desire to receive the Sacrament and enter into a valid Catholic marriage, please make contact with the parish office. We offer direction and assistance on receiving an annulment for those who are divorced and re-married. Please do not hesitate to call – the process is generally less difficult or cumbersome than imagined.
MINISTRY�TO�THE�SICK�AND�HOMEBOUND�Parishioners who are ill or unable to get about are often the most neglected and in need. Please make contact with the parish office for any of the following ministries or services:
Anointing of the Sick – the priests will visit the persistently homebound at least twice per year but are available to come to your home anytime that there is a health crisis or a deteriorating condition. Please do not wait until the person is in the final stages of life – except for an emergency – to call for a priest.
Reception of Holy Communion – if a homebound parishioner would like to receive Holy Communion, please make contact with the parish office.
Hospital Nursing Homes – please call the office if a parishioner or a loved one is at Bayshore Community Hospital or has been moved into a local nursing home so that we can tend to the pastoral needs. For family members hospitalized outside of the area the in-house chaplaincy services can tend to the immediate needs. One of the priests will pay a visit as requested.
PARISH COUNSELING SERVICES
Through a joint effort of the Diocese of Trenton and
Catholic Charities, licensed professional counselors
are available to help parishioners with difficult
issues that interfere with day-to-day functioning.
This service can be accessed by contacting your
pastor or parish priest who will provide additional
information and a referral. The fee is $75.00 per
session. If needed, financial assistance for short
term counseling (up to 6 sessions) is available
through the Diocese of Trenton Parish Counseling
Services.
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE NOVEMBER 20, 2016SOLEMNITY OF MARY, THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD JANUARY 1, 2017
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“No one, however weak, is denied a share in the victory of the cross. No one is beyond the help of the prayer of Christ.” (Pope St. Leo the Great) OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE NOVEMBER 20, 2016“O Come, O Come, Emmanuel”
A new Marriage Ministry has been formed at St. Benedict.
The ministry will be a peer, intergenerational ministry that
serves the full range of spiritual, emotional and social/
relational needs of all married couples through every stage
of marriage and family life. We will kick off our Marriage
Ministry with a “Couple’s Night Out” on
January 21st, 2017 at Jacques Catering Facility with beer,
wine, dinner and dancing.
The cost is 25.00 per couple, cash or check made payable to
St. Benedict.
Please RSVP no later than January 14th to:
Lori McCahill at [email protected].
May the Lord of peace himself give us peace at all times and in every way. Amen
Epiphany The feast of the Epiphany is Sunday, January 8th, we are
looking for children to dress up as the three Kings to
bring up the gifts at all the Masses. If your son/daughter
is interested please sign up in the Gathering Space or
email Carol Cesario at [email protected]
11th Annual AOH Polar Plunge
for Catholic Education
Help raise money for the students of
St. Benedict School by participating
in the annual Polar Plunge.
The Polar Plunge will be held on
Sunday, January 8th at 1:00 p.m. at
Rooney’s in Long Branch.
All proceeds benefit the students of
St. Benedict School. Sponsor, Pledge
or Plunge! Forms are located in the
Gathering Space or through
St. Benedict School website:
www.stbenedictholmdel.org For additional information
or questions please contact Mary Ellen Balcezak
[email protected] or Stephanie Zielaznicki
slnally@[email protected]
Holiday Closing
The Parish Office will be closed on
Monday, January 2nd in observance of New Year’s Day.
Epiphany House Blessing
This custom started many centuries ago, families marked
their doorway entrances to invite Jesus to be a daily guest
in their homes. A traditional way of doing this is by
taking a piece of chalk and writing 20+C+M+B+17 above
the doorway entrance. The initials represent the names of
the three magi: Caspar, Melchior and Balthazor and the
abbreviation of the Latin word Christus mansionem
benedicat. Which means “May Christ bless the
house.” The “+” sign represents the cross and 20 and 17
represent the year. We will be handing out chalk,
instructions and a prayer for all parishioners after all the
Masses on Saturday, January 7th and Sunday, January 8th.
Our Next AHG Meeting is Sunday, January 8th at
1:30 p.m. in the FAL. We will be starting our Physical
Fitness Badge.
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Religious Education Classes Grades 1-6
Religious Education classes will resume on
Wednesday, January 4th.
"Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible"
...this time we are inviting both men and women to participate!
8 session program Providing the easiest way to understand the Bible...
...and Our Place in It!
Meeting Tuesdays, January 24 – March 14, 2017 at 7:00-8:30 pm Father Anderson Library
Sign Up Online https://study.ascensionpress.com/pick/holmdel-nj-st-benedict-church
Cost is $19.95 + S/H
Questions – Contact: Ray Yuhas 848-466-1580 or [email protected]
Summer Academy 2017
St. Benedict Religious Education will offer a one week Summer Academy for grades 1-6. This is a one week experience for students from Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. In addition, an Extended Day Program will be provided in the morning and up until 6:00 p.m. for those families who require this program. This program includes attendance at 4 catechetical sessions for the families during the academic school year. There will be a Parent Meeting for all those interested in the Summer Academy on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. in the Church. All information on registration and eligibility will be given out that evening.
ChristLife: Discovering Christ Small Groups Registration Open for February 2017
In February 2017, St. Benedict will embark on a spiritual journey that promises to bring you closer to Christ than you ever thought possible. ChristLife is a three-part evangelization process that equips parishes to enter into the New Evangelization. The courses are:
I. Discovering Christ II. Following Christ III. Sharing Christ
Part I. Discovering Christ is a seven-week experience that invites people to explore the meaning of life and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Each session includes a meal, prayer, a video-based presentation of the Gospel, and small group discussion. A Saturday retreat follows the 5th session.
Our first session for Discovering Christ will take place during the Lenten season, an opportune time to open yourself and your heart to Christ. During this program, you will uncover the treasure of a personal relationship with God and find out how He can make a difference in your life.
We invite you to our next session of ChristLife: Discovering Christ which will begin on Thursday, February 23, 2017 from
6:45 p.m. - 9:15 p.m. Register today! Space is limited! To register, please fill out the form in the Gathering Space and submit to the Parish Office or email [email protected] by Wednesday, January 4th.
To learn more about the program, visit www.christlife.org for more information or if you have any questions, please contact Jean Fiorelli at [email protected]
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Pray for Vocations
St. Benedict parishioners are praying for vocations.
Families have agreed to take an icon of St. Benedict and
prayer cards home with them after Sunday Mass. The
family will pray together for vocations every day for a
week. The icon should be returned to the sacristy every
Sunday so it can be taken by the next family.
Please sign the roster in the Gathering Space.
This week (January 1st — January 7th)
The Mariano Family
The Chivi Family
The Brescia Family
The Domashinski Family
Tuesday, January 3
School Resumes
Friday, January 6
School Mass at 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 8
Polar Plunge
SAVE THE DATE! Catholic Schools Week Saturday, January 28
♦ 3:00-5:00 pm SBS Open House ♦ 5:00 pm Catholic Schools Week Kickoff Mass
Please see the FYI page under the school website
for more information. www.stbenedictholmdel.org/FYI
ST.�BENEDICT�SCHOOL�CORNER�"“Let our school be a place of mercy and hope,
where all feel welcome, loved and forgiven."
WHY�NOT�YOU?�WHY�NOT�NOW?��
If you are looking for a more meaningful way to be of
service to our brothers and sisters and desire to deepen your
relationship with God, you might be hearing a call to the
priesthood. To assist you in further discernment of where
God is calling you in your life, make contact with
Father Garry Koch, Monmouth County Regional Director
of Vocations at: [email protected] or by calling
732/264-4712 ext. 10. Information can be found at:
dioceseoftrenton.org under the Vocations tab.
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KNIGHTS�OF�COLUMBUS�
The Knights of Columbus is the world’s foremost Catholic
Fraternal Benefit Society. It also maintains a highly rated
insurance company with attractive rates for its members
and their families. St Benedict Knights give their time and
support to various charities both locally and state wide
including, but not limited to: Birthright, Developmentally
Disadvantage, Boy Scout Eagle Projects and other church,
school, and community programs. Consider joining to
make a positive difference in our world while enjoying the
camaraderie of other like minded Catholic men.
Information on how you can join us can be found on our
Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/kofcholmdel, pick
up a prospect card at the entrance of the church and drop it
in the collection basket or drop us an email at
[email protected]. Our meetings are held on the
first Thursday of the month starting at 8:00 p.m. More
information on the Knights of Columbus, their insurance
products and services can be found at kofc.org.
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Thank you, St Benedict Parishioners, for supporting our
Buffet Breakfasts. The proceeds from EVERY K of C
breakfast support those in need, including Birthright, the
Developmentally Disadvantaged, Boy Scout Eagle
Projects at St Benedict, our annual Basketball
Free-Throw, Youth Soccer Challenges and other Church/
community programs. Thank you, IHOP in Keyport, for
donating the pancake batter for our monthly breakfasts.
We are pleased to continue the monthly Breakfast
buffets, year round. Our next Knights of Columbus
Buffet Breakfast will be Sunday, January 15th after the
8:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Masses in the Cafeteria.
Prices are $6.00 per adult, $5.00 per child or $18.00 per family.
Eyes for the needy
The Knights of Columbus seek your help
to help those in need to see what the good
lord has provided all of us. Eyes for the Needy are a
global organization founded by Julia Lawrence Terry in
1932, Short Hills, NJ. Eyes recycle donated prescription,
reading, sunglasses, and jewelry. Please drop your
unwanted eye glasses and jewelry (which is sold to raise
funds for the purchasing of new glasses) so that we as a
community may help our fellow brothers and sisters
throughout the world. Please place your items in the
collection basket in the closet in the back of the Church.
“No one, however weak, is denied a share in the victory of the cross. No one is beyond the help of the prayer of Christ.” (Pope St. Leo the Great)
Member Knights
The next Knights of Columbus business meeting will be
held on Thursday, January 5th at 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel.
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE NOVEMBER 20, 2016SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT DECEMBER 4, 2016May the Lord of peace himself give us peace at all times and in every way. Amen
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Respect Life News
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control shows
good news across the country as abortions and abortion
rates continue to drop to historic levels. The CDC released
its 2013 abortion surveillance report on Wednesday,
showing a 5 percent drop in abortions from 2012 and a
20 percent drop since 2004. The abortion rate was 12.5
abortions per 1,000 women ages 15-44. In comparison to
2012, the new data indicates that about 34,500 fewer babies
lost their lives to abortion in 2013. But the good news does
not extend to the African-American Community. That’s
because the percentage of abortions done on black babies
continues to be at alarming levels. The new CDC report
makes it clear that even though black Americans constitute
just 13% of the US population 35% of the babies killed in
abortions are black babies. The Associated Press reports the
CDC has not recorded a lower abortion rate since 1971, two
years before the U.S. Supreme Court ruled on
Roe v. Wade and its companion case Doe v. Bolton, which
allowed for legalized abortion on demand through all nine
months of pregnancy. In 1971, several states had legalized
abortion; but it was not legal throughout the U.S. Abortion
rates have been dropping steadily in the past several years
as pro-lifers worked to pass a historic number of pro-life
laws in states across the country. Pregnancy resource
centers and sidewalk counselors also have been playing an
integral role, offering pregnant and parenting families
resources and information to empower them to choose life
for their unborn babies.
HEALING�THE�WOUNDS�OF�ABORTION�
Rachel's Vineyard can help you find your inner voice. It
can help you experience God's love and compassion on a
profound level. It creates a place where men and women
can share, often for the first time, their deepest feelings
about abortion. You are allowed to dismantle troubling
secrets in an environment of emotional and spiritual
safety.
For information, contact: Judy Warenkiewicz
732/536-6871 or email: [email protected]
ADOPTION�CONNECTIONS�
Adoption Connections is a support group for all members
of the adoption triad (birth parents, adoptive parents,
adoptees) including pre-adoptive parents who are
exploring the different pathways to adoption. The group
meets on the 3rd Friday evening of each month at
7:30 p.m. in the Choir room. For information contact
Suzy DelMage 732/670-2722 or email
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REIGNING�MERCY�
Have you suffered an abortion? Experience God’s love
and mercy and begin the journey of healing. Please call
the Sisters of Life 888/575-0075 or email:
For men, call Theresa Bonopartis at Lumina
877/586-4621 or email [email protected].
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE NOVEMBER 20, 2016“O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” SOLEMNITY OF MARY, THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD JANUARY 1, 2017
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ST.�BENEDICT�THRIFT�SHOP�St. Benedict Virtual Thrift Shop is a service for those
wishing to donate clean, working household goods.
Clothing is not accepted but may be donated via the
clothing bin located behind the food pantry. We connect
donors with individuals in need of goods. Donors and
recipients should call 732/264-4712 ext. 13 and leave a
message. When leaving your message please speak
slowly and clearly. Volunteers update our list weekly and
will contact you to arrange a convenient time for you to
drop off your donation if there is a match. PLEASE
NOTE WE ARE UNABLE TO PICK UP OR DELIVER
DONATIONS. A tax letter receipt for accepted donations
will be provided.
PLEASE�DO�NOT�DROP�OFF�ANY�ITEMS�AT�THE�PANTRY�WITHOUT�PRIOR�
APPROVAL.�
ST.�CATHARINE’S�EMPLOYMENT��
RESOURCE�COMMITTEE�Frustrated in your career? In transition and don’t know
where to find someone who cares? Not sure that you’re
following the right job search path? If you answered “yes”
to any of these questions, then join us at 7:00 p.m. in
room 15 on the fourth Monday of the month for
suggestions on preparing resumes as well as networking
and interviewing techniques. Visit www.stcatharine.net/
parish-ministries/employment-resource for employment
news. For more information contact:
Deacon Tom [email protected]
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A social ministry, SVdP provides spiritual, food
distribution, emergency financial and other services to those
in need. For assistance, please call 732/264-4712, ext. 33,
and leave a message your call will be returned. Please do
not leave a message for financial assistance on the
Emergency line. For questions or to volunteer please
contact Bill Casey – [email protected].
VOLUNTEER�DRIVERS�/�LOADERS�The Food Pantry needs drivers to help pick up food at
Aldi’s, Hazlet and at the Food Bank in Neptune on a
weekly basis. Help is also needed to unload vans and
restock the shelves on Mondays. If you feel you could
assist in either of these areas, please contact the Food
Pantry at 732/264-4712 ext. 34.
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FOOD�PANTRY-BAG�MINISTRY�For your convenience, bags are left at all the Church doors
on the 1st Sunday of each month. We welcome any
donations for our pantry. Please consider supporting this
ministry.
FOOD�PANTRY�HOURS�The Food Pantry is open Tuesday through Friday from
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and Tuesday evening from
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The Food Pantry is closed on
Mondays and Saturday.
SCRIP�CARDS�The St. Vincent de Paul Society provides food gift cards to
area supermarkets for many of our pantry visitors.
Parishioners are asked to use Scrip envelopes in the back
of Church and make a donation. Scrip envelopes can be
placed in the collection basket or at the Parish Office.
ST.�VINCENT�DEPAUL�SOCIETY�
BIRTHRIGHT�SUPPLIES�Birthright provides free and confidential support to
women who are distressed by an unplanned pregnancy.
Birthright provides emotional support, free pregnancy
testing, maternity and baby clothes. It also provides
information and referrals to help their clients meet legal,
medical, financial and housing needs. There is a
continuous need for newborn and size 4 diapers. There is
a bin in the gathering space for diapers and maternity
clothes only. All other baby supplies may be donated to
St. Vincent de Paul.
Birthright of Freehold is located at 49 East Main St.
Freehold. Any questions please call: 732/462-2888.
ITEMS NEEDED: Diapers (all sizes) Baby Food (stages 2/3) Baby Wipes, Children’s cereal Coffee/Tea Juice Soup Soap Shampoo Toothpaste and Toothbrushes Laundry Detergent Dish Detergent Toilet Tissue
Thank you for your generosity.
THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME NOVEMBER 13, 2016�OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE NOVEMBER 20, 2016SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT DECEMBER 4, 2016May the Lord of peace himself give us peace at all times and in every way. Amen
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