From the Pastor July 26, 201517th Sunday in

Ordinary Time - B

In week 7 of my summer sacred study series on the 4 Eucharistic Prayers for Various Needs [EPFVN], which is one EP with 4 themes, we reflect on the main part of what most call the ‘Consecration.’ These words of institution or the Institution Narrative are taken - almost verbatim - from the synoptic [a Greek work for the same ‘the same eye’ or ‘similar view’] Gospels of Matthew 26:26-29, Mark 14:22-25, and Luke 22:14-20 - and by Saint Paul [see left] in 1 Corinthians 11:23-26. Read all four accounts to see how they slightly differ! Here are our Lord’s Last Supper words as repeated in the four EPFVNs:

Eucharistic Prayer For Various Needs - Words of Consecration

… the words of the Lord should be pronounced clearly and distinctly, as the nature of these words requires.

On the day before he was to suffer,on the night of the Last Supper.

He takes the bread and, holding it slightly raised above the altar, continues:

he took bread and said the blessing, broke the

bread and gave it to his disciples, saying,He bows slightly.

Take this, all of you, and eat of it, for this is my Body, which will be given up for you.

He shows the consecrated host to the people, places it again on the paten, and genuflects in adoration. After this, he

continues:In a similar way, when supper was ended,

He takes the chalice and, holding it slightly raised above the altar, continues:

he took the chalice, gave you thanks and gave the chalice to his disciples, saying:

He bows slightly.Take this, all of you, and drink from it,

for this is the chalice of my Blood, the Blood of the new and eternal

covenant, which will be poured out for you and

for many for the forgiveness of sins.Do this in memory of me.

He shows the chalice to the people, places it on the corporal, and genuflects in adoration. Then he says:

The mystery of faith.”Do this in memory of me.” This line is ‘set off’ by itself for profound reason; it’s not just Christ’s Blood poured out for us, or His Body broken for us that we are to ‘remember.’ We MUST remember ‘the whole

enchilada’ as some say; for the Eucharist ‘memorializes’ Christ’s whole saving mission: His life, Death and Resurrection. What’s the biblical basis for this teaching? Here’s what Paul wrote long before any Gospel was written: “I received from the Lord what I also handed on to you, that the Lord Jesus, on the night he was handed over, took bread, and, after he had given thanks, broke it and said, ‘This is my body that is for you. Do this in remembrance of me.’ In the same way also the cup, after supper, saying, ‘This cup is the new covenant in my blood. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.’” [1 Corinthians 11:24-25]

What’s most challenging as a Priest-presider, who has the honor of repeating Christ’s words at the Last Supper, is that - as I say them - I am speaking to God the Father ABOUT God the Son. While through Sacred Ordination I am [or I must be striving with all my might to be] an ‘alter Christus’ - ‘another Christ’ … during Mass I do not simply ‘impersonate’ Jesus. As an ordained Priest I serve ‘in persona Christi’ or ‘in the person of Christ’ - for real!For the holy Mass is not a ‘role play’ or reenactment of past deeds; it truly makes present what is a present reality: Christ’s Real Presence - in and among His People - who are gathered in His Name, by His love and as His Presence. As Saint John Vianney, patron of Priests, aptly noted: “If we really understood the Mass, we would die of joy.” “The Mystery of Faith.” These words of the main celebrant should not be seen as a mere directive but as an invitation to joyfully exclaim our wonder and awe in God’s presence. These words, once part of the consecratory text, until Pope Paul VI, on his own authority, removed them from the words of institution and made them their own exclamation, are like saying, “WOW, let’s profess all that God has done, does and promises to do for us!” Then, using one of three biblically based responses, the people profess their faith. Next week: the first half and the ending of the second part of all four EPFVNs - which also remain the same.

In His holy Name,

Rev. Thomas J. Serafin

Mass or Communion Prayer Service Intentions

Saturday Vigil: 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

5:00 pmRodolphe G. di Maior/o: Joe & Geri Kaczorek

Sunday 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time8:00 amDuke Hauck

r/o: Anita & Larry Wuest9:30 amWill Drews

r/o: Ferrari family11:30 am Thomas Hanville

r/o: Tenebruso familyMonday

9:00 amRosemary Edelenr/o: Anne Squadrito

Tuesday9:00 amBarbara Bogel

r/o: Lewis familyWednesday Saint Martha

9:00 amIn honor of the 75th birthdayof Sharon Boehmer

r/o: Sharon BoehmerThursday

9:00 amMary Bulgerr/o: Ann & Jim Letchford

Friday Saint Ignatius of Loyola9:00 amPrayer Service with Holy

CommunionSaturday Vigil: 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

5:00 pmRobert Perezr/o: his family

Sunday 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time8:00 amIsabella Perrotta Erickson

r/o: Vera & Susie & Becca9:30 amCarmelina Lombardi

r/o: Maria DeSapio11:30 am Melissa Legacki

r/o: Steven & Maureen Sharpe

Travelling this summer?Summer is a great season for us to spend time relaxing and rejuvenating. If you are travelling for vacation, the valuable resource of www.masstimes.org is a great place to find Mass schedules while you are away from home. Safe travels!

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2nd Collection This WeekendDebt Reduction Collection

This weekend’s 2nd collection is our quarterly debt reduction. Your generosity so far has allowed us to recently lower our current mortgage! Thank you for being as generous as your means allow!

Our Parish Prayers“For everything there is a season and a time for every purpose under heaven…”a time to be born…a time to heal… We pray for all the sick of our Parish and especially for:

Jack BolandCarol ClericoDan CummingsJocelyn EckardtBill GallagherJames HegadornMary Hotaling

Kathy IbbetsonJosephine KnoblochDave KreutzerJulianne MazurChris SantellaAnthony SorrentinoChristopher Viscuso

Names will remain on our sick list for three months after which time they will be removed, unless we are notified to keep them on the list.a time to die…

Ministers of the LiturgyWe acknowledge with appreciation the following

Liturgical Ministers who will serve at next weekend’s Masses: August 1 & 2

5:00 PM MassSacristan: Marion & John Bergen; EMs: JoAnne Farley, Alyson Graziano, Patrick Graziano, Lisa O’Connell, Thomas O’Connell, Pat Ramachandran, Fran Riccardi, Denise Verdicchio; Readers: John Polkowski, Janet Higgins; Altar Servers: Jacob Romano, Samantha Chavez, Curtis Quintos, Ryan Pedrani

8:00 AM MassSacristan: Judy Herdman; EMs: Brian Dornan, Lois Dornan, Carol Iden, Russ Balunis, Michael Boland, Dee Bovino, Bob Clarke, Jackie Cornetta; Readers: Anita Wuest, Fred Fischl; Altar Servers: Logan VanDine, Madelyn Dowe, Lukas VanDine, Lily VanDine

9:30 AM MassSacristan: Fran Wasitowski; EMs: Robert Farrell, Veronica Farrell, Sheila Curran, Maria DeSapio, Alicia Esposito, Barbara Hartom, Christine Kukel, Jackie Ferrari; Readers: Sharon Boehmer, Rich Kilpatrick; Altar Servers: TJ Rothemich, Thomas Wasitowski, Patrick Monus, Sara Rothemich

11:30 AM Mass

Sacristan: Frank Petranich; EMs: Tom Boelter, Barbara Boelter, Bob Caron, Lynne Dawkins, Larry Dawkins, Karen Geddis, Patrick Norris, Evelyn Balunis; Readers: Christina Schuler, Mike Stanbro; Altar Servers: Leah Kenny, Stephanie Kornspan, Lauren Kenny, Riley Walker

If we give according to God’s principles, God will give back to us. The young man

who gave his loaves and fishes didn’t have to go without dinner.

Parish Ministry ContactsTo join a ministry, please contact the ministry head. A complete list of ministries can be found in the narthex or on our website: www.parishesonline/seasthreebridges.Adult Choir/Cantors...Brett Walzer ~ 782-1475 x20Adult Faith Formation.....Diane Luceri ~ 782-1475 x14Baptismal Prep.....Anne & Brian Moore ~ 534-2136Cancer Support Group.Andrew Casella ~ 782-1475Employment Group.........Deacon Mike ~ 400-3036EM of Holy Communion/Homebound/Hospital

Larry Dawkins ~ 284-1617Fatima Rosary...................Shirley Frey ~ 806-4889Knights of Columbus....Floyd Campbell ~ 732-598-5905Lazarus Ministry................Anne Hayes ~ 751-5660Linens Ministry.................Parish Office ~ 782-1475Liturgical Environment Norma Santella ~ 782-1475Men’s Club................Deacon Paul ~ 782-1475 x13Military Outreach.Chris McPherson ~908-246-5114Prayer Shawls...............Judy Herdman ~ 782-7973

Pat Rivero ~ 806-7890Readers.................Ann McCrystal ~ 908-797-4070

Georgann Scibilia ~ 908-782-6625Respect for Life.............Helen Schuler ~ 369-6618R.C.I.A.......................Diane Luceri ~ 782-1475 x14Sacristans....Maureen & John Lybarger ~ 369-5331Usher/Minister of Hospitality.......Bob Caron ~ 236-6492Wedding Coordinator.....Geri Kaczorek ~ 369-3712Women’s Spirituality.......Loraine Richmond ~ 725-2502

Youth MinistriesAltar Servers..............Suzanne Wooby ~ 369-6390Children’s Choir...............Coleen Cucci ~ 346-0367Children’s Liturgy (CLOW)......Kelly Robison ~ 284-2234Religious Formation Main Line.................284-2929

P.C.L...................Mariam Nawab ~ 284-2929 x23Confirmation.............Jenni Clark ~ 284-2929 x24RF Secretary....................Gina Perez ~ 284-2929Safe Environment Background Coordinator

Helen Schuler ~ 369-6618Summer RF......................Gina Perez ~ 284-2929

Karen Baron ~ 806-4384WINGS Teen Ministry. . .Jenni Clark ~ 284-2929 x24

Last Weekend’s CollectionJuly 19 $12,153.90

Thank you!Renegotiated Mortgage Information

New Mortgage (5/1/2015) $ 1,865,560.60Principal Paid to Date $ 5,820.42Interest Paid to Date $ 6,586.47Current Balance (6/1/2015) $ 1,859,740.16Monthly Payment $ 12,406.89

Brief Eucharistic Adoration at the end of Masses

July 26, August 2, August 9, August 16The 17th, 18th, 19th & 20th Sundays in Ordinary

Time - B

In the 3-year cycle of Sunday readings, Year ‘A’ highlights Matthew’s Gospel; the current Year ‘B’ is Mark and Year ‘C’ is Luke. Mark’s Gospel, the shortest, does not cover the year, so for 5 weeks we read from Chapter 6 of John’s Gospel: the ‘Bread of Life Discourse’ in which Jesus declares, “I am the Bread of Life!” For 4 weeks we will end Mass with a brief taste of an ancient ritual: Eucharistic Adoration. [The theme of the 5th week is less Eucharistic, so we will not have Adoration.]

Jesus often said we need to be in His Presence: “Come to me, all who labor … and I will give you rest.” [Matthew 11:28] “I am with you always until the end of time.” [28:20] “Can you not watch one hour with me?” [Mark 14:37] “Remain in me as I remain in you.” [John 15:4] How blessed are they who ‘make a visit’ to the Blessed Sacrament … just to be in Christ’s Real Presence! Each weekend’s Mass will end similarly: after Communion has been distributed, the Blessed Sacrament will remain on the Altar as all remain kneeling. Then all stand for the Prayer after Communion, [announcements are made earlier] and then kneel again to sing a hymn of various traditions that adores or extols Christ’s Real Presence. After the Sacrament is reposed in the Tabernacle, all stand for the Blessing, Dismissal and an instrumental Recessional.

On July 26 and August 2 the Hosts will be left in the usual ciborium for Adoration; no incense is used; on August 9 and 16 we will ‘expose’ the Sacrament in a monstrance, which requires at least 4 candles and incense. On August 9 Mass will end as above; on the 16th the Priest, donning a humeral veil, will impart the Eucharistic Blessing. May this taste of this venerable rite help us better appreciate Christ’s Real Presence in the Eucharist, and encourage more people to frequently ‘visit’ the Tabernacle during the week to ‘watch one hour’ [Mark 14:37] with our Eucharistic Lord.Note: since Christ is equally present when the Host is ‘exposed’ in a monstrance, in a ciborium or in the Tabernacle, a SINGLE knee genuflection is the proper the sign of reverence; the ‘double knee’ genuflection during adoration, taught to many of us, has been suppressed. [C.f.: Order for the Solemn Exposition of the Holy Eucharist, #9, from the document Holy Communion and Worship of the Eucharist Outside of Mass, #84.]

Catechetical SundaySeptember 13, 2015This Year’s Theme:

Safeguarding the Dignity of Every Human Person. A Year of

Mercy.

Upcoming RF MeetingsAug. 9, 2015 - Grade Coord. Mtg-10:30 - ACRAug. 16, 2015 - Bldg Coord/Hall Mon. Mtg 10:30Aug. 30, 2015 - Catechist/Aide Mtg 10:30 - HFR

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Mandatory Training for all New Catechists

Echoes of Faith - The Methodology SetMethodology Part 1: New Catechist TrainingSunday, August 9 - 10:30AM-12PM ORTuesday, August 25 - 7:00-8:30 PMMethodology Part 2: Catechism of the Catholic ChurchSunday, September 13 - 10:30AM-12:30PM

Additional Training for Full Catechist Certification - Echoes of Faith

The Catechetical Set: Sundays-10:30-12:30pmGetting Started as a Catechist: October 4, 2015Role of the Catechist: October 11, 2015The Person of the Catechist: October 18, 2015The Theology Set:Unlocking the Mysteries of the Bible Weds.Jan. 6th-March 2 - 9:30-11:00am OR 7:30-9pmOR Symbolon Sessions during all RF times orTuesday AM-Jan. 4, Jan. 25, Feb. 29Prayer: Sunday, Aug. 16, 10:30-12:30 pm

The following are from 7:00-9:00pm:The Creed: September 1, 2015 - Part 1 of 2

September 8, 2015 - Part 2 of 2Liturgy & Sacraments: January 5, 2016 - Part 1 of 2

January 12, 2016 - Part 2 of 2Catholic Morality: January 19, 2016 - Part 1 of 2

January 26, 2016 - Part 2 of 2

Religious Formation News

***DATE CHANGE***RELIGIOUS FORMATION

CLASSES RESUMESEPTEMBER 8,

2015

We are now offering Religious Formation Classes for Children

entering:

KINDERGARTENAT NO COST!

Beginning in September 2015Tuesday Afternoons 4:45-6:00pm

Attention Parents of Upcoming 2 nd

GradersMark Your Calendars!

There will be a meeting for parents of upcoming 2nd graders on September 21, 2015 at 12:30pm OR 7:30pm in the Holy Family Room.

Attention Parents of Upcoming 5 th -8 th

GradersMark Your Calendars!

There will be a meeting for parents of upcoming 5th-8th graders on the first day of Religious Formation Sessions immediately after the Prayer Service. This meeting will focus on the Family Life Program followed by refreshments in the Parish Hall.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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Catechists Are Needed for 6th Grade2015-2016 Fall Religious Formation

Registration is currently in progress.

Religious Formation OfficePlease contact Mariam Nawab,

Parish Catechetical Leader at 908-284-2929 x23 or mnawab@easeton.net for any

RF concerns.

Adult Faith Formation

All Catholics are encouraged to learn about your faith and to deepen your relationship with Christ. See below for specific ways you

can do so right here at SEAS! If you have questions or would like to register for any of our AFF programs, please contact Diane Luceri:

782-1475 X 14 or dluceri@easeton.net

The Prophets Bible StudyWednesdays: 9:30-11:15 am or 7:30-9:15 pm

September 30th - December 9th, 2015Join us for this study on the Prophetic books of the Bible. In this program you will: Discover who the prophets were, what

their message was, and why they are important to us.

Understand how the central message of the prophets is one of love, proclaiming the mercy of God for his children.

See how their powerful words speak to us today, shedding light on our faith and our lives.

Materials required: workbook ($35), New American Bible, Catechism of the Catholic Church. Can’t make it to all the sessions? Can’t come to any sessions at all but would love to do this study? We will have a new option for this program to access this study “virtually.” This will become available in August - stay tuned for more information.

Beloved: Program for Married Couples

Tuesday evenings, 7:30-9:00 PMSept. 15, 29, Oct. 6, 20, Nov. 3, 17

Join with other couples in the parish for fellowship and for a chance to explore the mystery and the meaning of the sacrament of marriage as revealed in Sacred Scripture - and see how this can make a difference in your marriage! There is no cost or materials required for this program. We will meet every other week, but each session stands on its own. Please register by contacting Diane Luceri.

Symbolon: the Catholic Faith Explained

Has someone ever questioned you about your faith and you did not know how to respond? Do you have some questions about our Faith? Then join us for these sessions. Symbolon asks the questions everyone is asking…and provides the answers! There is no cost and no materials required for these sessions. Sessions meet throughout the year beginning in October at the same time as RF classes: Mondays (4:45-6pm, 7-8:30 pm), Tuesdays (4:45-6pm, 6:30-7:45 pm), and Wednesdays (4:45-6pm) and on Tuesday mornings (9:30-11 am). Each session stands on its own, so come whenever you’d like.

Symbolon Fall Schedule - The Sacraments:Week of: TopicOct. 12: The Journey of FaithOct. 26: The Sacraments ~ Baptism and

ConfirmationNov. 2: EucharistNov. 9: Walk through the MassNov. 16: Penance and Anointing of the SickNov. 30: Matrimony and Holy OrdersLighthouse Catholic Media CDs and

BooksA great way to learn more about the Catholic Faith on your own is with inspirational Catholic books and CDs. We have several new titles for you to choose from at amazing prices - only $3 a CD, $4 for a book and $5 for a DVD: What Every Catholic Needs to Know about the Pope. Featured CD: Set All Afire - Why the Church Still Matters. This is a series of seven presentations on the Catholic Faith by several different presenters, including Fr. Robert Barron, Dr. Scott Hahn, Johnnette Benkovich, Patrick Madrid, Fr. Michael Schmitz, Jason Evert, and Fr. Michael Gaitley.Featured Book: The Joy of the Gospel. What on earth are you chasing? We are all chasing something, and always for the same reason: We want something or someone to give us the joy we yearn for at the very depths of our being. All too often we are searching for joy in all the wrong places. Pope Francis calls this the feverish pursuit of the frivolous. What brings you joy? We live busy lives and in the midst of all the chasing it is essential that we slow down from time to

time, and not just slow down, but pause, to reflect of who we are, where we are, and what we are doing. Is all the chasing bringing us the joy that God created us to experience?

RCIA: The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

+ Have you been considering the possibility of becoming a member of the Catholic Church?

+ Is there someone in your life - a spouse, fiancé, child - with whom you’d like to share their Catholic Faith?

+ Have you been coming to Mass for years and feel now is the time for you to become a member of the parish community?

Whatever your reasons might be for choosing to become Catholic, beneath that choice is God who is calling you to “Come and see!”The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the way in which adults become fully active, participating members of the Catholic Church.The RCIA is intended for: adults who are not baptized, adults who have been baptized into a

non-Catholic denomination, Catholics who have been baptized but

have never received Eucharist or Confirmation.

We extend an invitation now to “Come and see” - see how Jesus may be calling you, see what the RCIA process entails and how it can make a difference in your life! Note that now is the time to ask questions, to listen and to be open to the Spirit of God - Commitment to the process may follow in the weeks and months ahead. For more information, please contact Diane Luceri at 782-1475 X 14 or dluceri@easeton.net. Adult Catholics needing Confirmation should also contact Diane.

SEAS News

Seton Men’s Club - Upcoming Meeting

The next meeting sponsored by the Men’s Club will be on Thursday, August 13 at 7:30 PM in the Holy Family Room.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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A small group of people is starting to come together to take care of the flower beds in front of the church and parish office to keep them looking their best this summer. If you would like to be part of the Gardening Ministry, please call the Parish Office - 908-782-1475 x10.

Prayer Shawl MinistryThe next meeting of the Prayer Shawl Ministry will be on Thursday, August 13, 10 AM-12 Noon and also 7-8:30 PM. ALL are welcome! Come whenever it fits your schedule!If you know someone who could use one of our shawls, or for more information, please call Judy Herdman at 908-782-7973.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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We look forward to our first meeting of next year on Thursday, October 1 at 7:30 PM. Judy Ashcraft has agreed lead our first meeting of the next year with her presentation on the Shroud of Turin.Sister Mary Cleary has informed us that the title for her presentation at the WSG Day of Reflection on Saturday, October 10 will be "Untying the Knots of Our Lives with God's Mercy".+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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Needs ListThe following items are needed to keep our shelves filled:Non-sweet CerealGranola BarsFruit JuiceNutsFlour

OatmealSnack size containers of fruit cups, pudding and Jello

Keep the Personal Care items coming as well:Laundry detergentDeodorantsBar SoapShampoo/ConditionerDisposable razors

Feminine care productsToilet paperFacial tissuesAdult incontinency

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People GiveFor Not Going To Church

We all try to find ways to justify our lack of Mass attendance and believe (momentarily) that our justification will convince ourselves and others of their correctness. Today we continue our look at some of the most popular excuses along with a humorous and realistic response.4: Church Is Full Of HypocritesA family is only as good as its best member and is as bad as its worst member. A parish family is no different. That’s a huge part of belonging to the body of Christ - we are a group of broken, messed-up people who God makes better, and who make each other better. Come! Make us better! We can use your help.Check back next week for excuse #5!

This Weekend’s ReadingsSeventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: II Kings 4:42-44A man brought twenty loaves of bread to Elisha the prophet, who told his servant to distribute it to the people. The servant asked how he could offer twenty loaves to one hundred people. Elisha replied that God had said, “They shall eat and there shall be some left over.” After all the people had eaten, there was bread left over as God had said.Second Reading: Ephesians 4:1-6Paul implores the Ephesians to live a life worthy of their calling by preserving unity among all of Christ’s followers. He reminds them that there is one body, one Spirit, and one God who works through all people.Gospel: John 6:1-15Jesus fed a crowd of five thousand people with five loaves of bread and a couple of dried fish. After everyone present had enough to eat, twelve baskets of leftover bread were collected. Jesus then realized the people would want to make him king so he fled alone.

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Next Weekend’s ReadingsEighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Exodus 16:2-4, 12-15

Second Reading: Ephesians 4:17, 20-24Gospel: John 6:24-35

Around the Diocese

Join the Diocese of Metuchen delegation for this historic first visit of Pope

Francis to the United StatesSeats are still available.The Diocese of Metuchen invites you to participate in a pilgrimage to Philadelphia for the Mass to be celebrated there by Pope Francis on September 27, 2015. The Holy Father announced last November that he will come to Philadelphia for the eighth World Meeting of Families being held there. He will celebrate a public Mass with a million or more participants on Sunday, September 27 on the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, in full view of the crowds arrayed from the museum down the Ben Franklin Parkway. No tickets are required for the Mass. No general seating will be available. The Mass is a standing event.The Diocese has made arrangements for bus transportation from various locations throughout the diocese. A number of parishes/groups are also running bus trips to the Papal Mass. The Papal Mass is tentatively scheduled for 4 pm. The exact schedule is not yet available from the event planners in Philadelphia, but we anticipate very early departure times. Once we have a clear picture of the number of people who want to participate from each site, we will assign bus coordinators and send confirmation materials with precise details. Prayer and reflection resources will also be provided to enable pilgrims to share a common experience as the Diocesan Church in preparation for and on the day of this special event. The round trip bus reservation and pilgrimage package will be approximately $55. per person. Each participant is responsible for their own meal costs on that day and also any train/shuttle expenses from the parking lot to the event site and back. Pilgrims should be physically fit and prepared to walk several miles.

Reservations for bus seats are limited and will be accepted on a “first-come first-served” basis. For those interested in reserving a bus seat, you may do so starting on July 8, 2015 using the preferred online method by visiting: www.diometuchen.org/WMOF.You may also register via phone by calling 732-562-1990 ext. 1543 during the hours of 10 am -1 pm, Monday thru Friday starting on July 8, 2015. All payments will be by credit card only. Space is limited. There will be no refunds. Once the seats are filled, a waiting list will be formed. All participants must make payment and agree to the Trip Terms and Conditions before reservations will be confirmed. Additional details regarding the Pilgrimage will be sent out at the end of the summer.Bus Trip Pick-Up Locations:• Immaculate Conception, Annandale• St. Bernard of Clairvaux, Bridgewater• St. Cecelia, Iselin• St. John Neumann Center, Piscataway• Our Lady of the Mount, Warren• St. Joseph, Washington+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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Immaculate Conception School - ClintonImmaculate Conception School has a limited number of seats still available in select grades for the

2015-16 school year. Tours are available through the summer and may be scheduled by calling the school office at 908-735-6334. Please visit the school website at www.icsclinton.org.

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Thursday, October 8, 2015, 7:00 PM4th Annual ICC High School Information

NightThis event will be held at Immaculate Conception School. Representatives from area public, private, and Catholic high schools will be in attendance to provide information and answer questions. All 5th-8th

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2 Job Opportunities - Diocese of Metuchen

Day Maintenance Mechanic - Office of Property and Facilities ManagementEvening Maintenance Mechanic - Office of Property and Facilities ManagementPresently, the Office of Property and Facilities Management seeks one day and one evening Maintenance Mechanic to:Perform routine tasks such as painting, plumbing, electrical wiring and other related activities. Maintain facilities, grounds and equipment in a clean, safe and orderly condition. Cut lawns using a power mower; trim and edge around walks, flower beds and walls. Assist in snow removal by shoveling walkways and driveways. Assist with other projects as needed.The ideal candidate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, work outdoors, and be able to work an occasional weekend schedule.Interested candidates should forward their resume to hr@diometuchen.org. When applying please indicate Day Maintenance Mechanic or Evening Maintenance Mechanic.** Please note that due to the anticipated high volume of responses, only those candidates who we are interested in interviewing will be contacted. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

Laudato Si'Laudato Si': the first papal encyclical devoted to the environment has now been released. Start reading Pope Francis' document at www.vatican.va and take up the pope's urgent call for dialogue on the future of our common home. Visit the diocesan website at http://diometuchen.org/pope-francis-encyclical-laudato-si/ for related information.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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September 18 - 20

Marianist Family Retreat Center417 Yale Ave. Cape May Point, NJ 08212

This weekend is intended for couples married at least 10 years. It honors and celebrates the commitment of marriage. We strike a deliberate balance among participation/reflection, liturgy, free time, fun activities and plenty of “couple time” for walks on the nearby beaches.Cost: $260 per couple (incl. all meals, room, program, etc.). Sign up online at www. capemaymarianists.org or call 609-884-3829 for more information.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +