From the Pastor June 7, 2015The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

[The Solemnity of Corpus Christi]

Do these words sound familiar: “Scripture says: from the pierced side of the crucified Christ flowed both blood and water: the source of the Church’s sacramental life?” I certainly hope they do, for these very words were said at every weekend Mass during Eastertime [except on Easter Sunday and Pentecost] to begin the Rite of Sprinkling with Consecrated Easter Water. They also ‘set the stage’ for our weekly celebration of the sacred mysteries - especially the Most Holy Eucharist. For in what was an act of mercy, Roman soldiers either pierced the heart of the crucified to bring a rapid end to their suffering - or broke their legs, causing the crucified to quickly suffocate. But in God’s plan for our redemption, this ordinary act took on extraordinary meaning! Here’s how the Preface for this coming Friday’s Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus explains what it depicted above:

Preface: The Most Sacred Heart of JesusThe boundless charity of Christ.

It is truly right and just, our duty and our salvation,

always and everywhere to give you thanks,Lord, holy Father, almighty and eternal God,

through Christ our Lord.For raised up high on the Cross, he

gave himself up for us with a wonderful loveand poured out blood and water

from his pierced side, the wellspring of the Church’s Sacraments, so that,

won over to the open heart of the Savior, all might draw water joyfully from the springs of salvation.

And so, with all the Angels and Saints,we praise you, as without end we acclaim:

The Boundless Charity of Christ. Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is a more ‘modern’ custom of the Church; it

‘began’ with Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque in the 1600’s, but ‘spread like wildfire’ after she was canonized in 1920. [As a biblical event, Christ’s spear-opened Sacred Heart has been venerated and reflected on since the start of Christianity!] Many ‘older’ Catholics [like me!] can probably recall the Morning Offering which was based on this Devotion, of which there are many versions, like this one: O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary,I offer you my prayers, works, joys, and sufferings of this day for all the intentions of your Sacred Heart, in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world, for the salvation of souls, the reparation of sins, the reunion of all Christians, and in particular for the intentions of the Holy Father this month.Christ’s Heart: the Ultimate Font & Open Door. Many common expressions deal with the heart: “I don’t have the heart to …” - or “My heart’s not in it…”It broke my heart…” No wonder Christ’s Sacred Heart became the symbol of His great love and concern for us - and the source, font or passage through which we receive so much! Sacramental Source. As I already mentioned, from Christ’s Sacred Heart, torn open by a soldier’s lance, flowed both blood and water: the font of Baptism and Eucharist. What a joy to know that Jesus has a place in His Sacred Heart for us: a place to be washed and rewashed of sin; a place to be fed and nourished with His own Body and Blood, much as our mothers fed us with their own flesh and blood while we were in their womb; a place where we will find safety and solace, comfort and rest, compassion and strength. And while we may harden our hearts to God, Jesus will NEVER harden or close His Sacred Heart to us: so great is His love for us. While God calls or invites, expects or commands us in many ways, God also gave us the free will to follow our hearts’ desires. How mindboggling to think God willed His Son’s arms be stretched out and nailed in place, revealing His Sacred Heart, which is always wide open to receive the repentant, console the contrite and forgive the fallen. Are you ‘won over’ as this Preface states by the awesome, boundless love Christ has for

us? If the image of Christ’s Sacred Heart torn open for us does not ‘win us over’ ... .what will?

In His holy Name,

Rev. Thomas J. SerafinServices and Intentions: June 6-14

Saturday Vigil: The Most Holy Body and Blood of

Christ5:00 pmLouise Shembra

r/o: Ann & Jim LetchfordSunday The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

8:00 amHeather Connellr/o: Nancy & Fred Fischl

9:30 amVirginia Pirogr/o: Jankoski family

11:30 am Jeanette Kilcommonsr/o: Kevin Kilcommons & family

Monday9:00 amRose Gomez

r/o: Dolores GomezTuesday

9:00 amCarole M. Hennesyr/o: Judy Herdman

Wednesday9:00 amDuke Hauck

r/o: Ann PadovaniThursday Saint Barnabas

9:00 amPrayer Service with Holy CommunionFriday The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus

9:00 amPrayer Service with Holy CommunionSaturday Vigil: 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time

5:00 pmFlorence Meolar/o: Ingenito family

Sunday 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time8:00 amElizabeth Infante

r/o: Norma & Paul Santella9:30 amJack Boehmer

r/o: Sharon Boehmer11:30 am Daniel Caetano

r/o: Victor Caetano+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

+ + + + + + + +The Sanctuary Lamp will burn this week

in celebration of the Ordination ofDeacon Kevin Kilcommons

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burnthis week in celebration of the Ordination

ofDeacon Kevin Kilcommons

as requested by Pete & Helen Thornton+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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weekin celebration of the 50th Wedding

Anniversary ofPeter & Gerry Mahon

as requested by Susan ApisaNext Weekend’s Readings

Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary TimeFirst Reading: Ezekiel 17:22-24Second Reading: II Corinthians 5:6-10Gospel: Mark 4:26-34

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 BolandDan CummingsJocelyn EckardtBill GallagherJames Hegadorn

Kathy IbbetsonDave KreutzerJulianne MazurChris Santella

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… Anthony Pazmino

Congratulations, Deacon Kevin Kilcommons

On Saturday, June 6, Kevin Kilcommons was ordained to the Order of Diaconate at St. Francis

Cathedral in Metuchen. Deacon Kevin will be the homilist today at the 11:30 AM Mass as he joins in his first official Mass as Deacon.A light reception will be offered in the Parish Hall after Mass. Please stop by to congratulate our newest Deacon!+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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The Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ(Corpus Christi)

First Reading: Exodus 24:3-8Moses explained to the people the commandments he had received from God. Upon hearing them, the entire community immediately agreed they would do as God had told them. Moses then sacrificed young bulls and sprinkled the people with their blood, calling it the blood of the covenant they had made.Second Reading: Hebrews 9:11-15Jesus did not offer God the blood of sacrifices, but instead he offered up his own blood to cleanse all people of the transgressions they had committed under the first covenant with God. Christ instead brought a new covenant, which, if kept, would lead to eternal life.Gospel: Mark 14:12-16, 22-26Jesus sent two of his disciples to prepare the Passover supper. During the meal he blessed bread and offered it to them saying, “This is my body.” He then offered them wine and called it his blood, “the blood of the covenant, to be poured out on behalf of many.”

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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 ~ 236-6492

Wedding 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 CollectionMay 31 $12,617.00

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

2014 Bishops Appeal UpdateTo date, the Development Department has received pledges totaling $124,172.40 and payments totaling $120,639.10 from 406 parishioners. This represents 92.7% of our $133,900.00 goal. Thank you for your continued efforts!

Ministers of the LiturgyWe acknowledge with appreciation the following

Liturgical Ministers who will serve at next weekend’s Masses: June 13 & 14

5:00 PM MassSacristan: Fran Riccardi; EMs: Fran Riccardi, Alyson Graziano, Patrick Graziano, Kathy Joyal, Rita Koch, Diane Luceri, Tom Luceri, Gordon Eyler; Readers: Ann Mc Crystal, Georgann Scibilia; Altar Servers: Jordan Smith, Collin Smith, Lucy Allorto, Julie Huck

8:00 AM MassSacristan: Kathy & Walter Urban; EMs: Kathleen Urban, Walter Urban, Carol Altomare, Judy Ashcraft, Russ Balunis, Michael Boland, Dee Bovino, Bob Clarke; Readers: Julia Wooby, Fred Gentzel; Altar Servers: Logan VanDine, Alex Sias, Lukas VanDine, Lily VanDine

9:30 AM MassSacristan: Sharon Boehmer; EMs: Kathy Cebulka, Tim Connolly, Frank Cuccio, Mary Cuccio, Sheila Curran, Maria DeSapio,

Alicia Esposito, Liz Bonsignore; Readers: Molly Weber, Bill Weber; Altar Servers: Chris Vinella, Breanna Vinella, Caroline Waters, Michael Waters

11:30 AM MassSacristan: Debbie Mehl; EMs: Terry Walten, Linda Klug, Patrick Norris, Marie Sock, Bob Caron, Laurie Markowski, Christine Walker, Patricia Petrelli; Readers: Mike Schuler, Tom Boelter; Altar Servers: Leah Kenny, Stephanie Kornspan, Lauren Kenny, Emma Hojnoski

Happy AnniversaryDeacon Paul & Deacon Mike

Tuesday, June 9, is the Anniversary of Ordination to the Diaconate for both Deacon Paul & Deacon Mike.Deacon Paul was ordained in 2001 and is celebrating his 14th

anniversary!Deacon Mike was ordained in 2012. Happy 3rd Anniversary!Thank your Deacons for their service to the people of SEAS! May God continue to bless both of our Deacons and their wives who share their husbands!+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

+ + + + + + + +Father’s Day Remembrance

Collection for Father’s Day remembrances has begun. Please use the envelope provided in your quarterly packet to remember your loved ones in this way. In order to be included in our special bulletin insert for Father’s Day, your request must be received by Monday, June 8, 2015.

Congratulations to Our Catechists!

We are pleased to share with you the accomplishment of the following Catechists from our parish who have completed Diocesan Certification through study and faith formation sessions during the past year. We hope their achievement will be a witness to others and encourage them to strive for their certification as well.

Leona Chludzinski Jeannette RivitusoEllen Gentzel Gladys Rodriguez

Luisa Nastasi Laura SepesiMaura Perry Pat SnyderGina Raimondo

These parishioners will be recognized at a prayer service and reception with Bishop Bootkoski on Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at the St. John Neumann Pastoral Center. Congratulations!

We are now offering Religious Formation Classes for Children

entering:

KINDERGARTENAT NO COST!

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

Please call the RF office at 908-284-2929 or email gperez@easeton.net

Training for Catechist CertificationEchoes of Faith: The Catechetical

Set June 7, June 14

Sundays - 10:30-12:30PMCall the RF office at 908-284-2929, or

email gperez@easeton.net

Religious Formation OfficePlease contact Mariam Nawab,

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

RF concerns.

Religious Formation News

Confirmation Team Needs You!

An Opportunity to Become Holy:

These are the areas we need your help in:

Confirmation RetreatAdvent Penance Service

Confirmation Day ReceptionConfirmation Practice

Please call or email the RF office at 908-284-2929 or gperez@easeton.net. + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

+ + + + + + + +2015-2016 Fall Religious Formation

We Need Your Help for the Following:

Catechists NeededMon Afternoon (4:45-6:00): 6th GradeMon Evening (7:00-8:30): 8th GradeTues Evening (6:30-7:45): 6th Grade

Aides NeededMon Afternoon: 1st, 4th, 6th GradesMonday Evening: 8th GradeTuesday Afternoon: 6th GradeTuesday Evening: 2nd, 5th, 6th, GradesWeds. Afternoon: 4th, 6th Grades

Childcare AdultWednesday Afternoon: 4:45-6:00pm

Hall Monitors, Nurses, Substitute Catechists

Hall Monitors, nurses, substitute catechists are needed for all sessions. Please call the RF office at 908-284-2929 or email gperez@easeton.net if you are interested.

Summer Religious FormationSRF 2015 takes place July 6-9 & July 13-

168:45am-12:10pm

Upcoming SRF Lesson Plan MeetingJune 8, 2015

6:00pm - 5th Grade; 7:00pm - 6th Grade; 8:00pm – 7th Grade

All Parish Faith Formation & Religious Formation Ministers

Appreciation Dinner Tuesday, June 9, 2015Appetizers at 7:00pm

Evening Prayer at 7:30pm Dinner to Follow in the Parish HallPlease sign up in the RF office or email gperez@easeton.net or call 908-284-2929

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

Symbolon: The Catholic Faith Explained

Summer Scripture SeriesJuly 13th, 14th, 15th

9:30-11:00 am OR 7:00-8:30 pmHoly Family Room at SEAS

Join us for the Symbolon sessions on Sacred Scripture this summer! Symbolon asks the questions everyone is asking…and provides the answers! Each session stands alone, so come to whichever interests you or works with your schedule. Topics:Monday, July 13: Divine Revelation Tuesday, July 14: The Bible Wednesday, July 15: The Story of Salvation There is no cost and no materials required for these sessions. For planning purposes, please register by contacting Diane Luceri.

FALL PROGRAMS: Registration now open!

The Prophets: Messengers of God’s Mercy

Wednesdays: 9:30-11:15 am or 7:30-9:15 pm September 30th - December 9th, 2015

God Is Calling You to a Deeper Relationship with Him! If we consider that God is the Divine Bridegroom and the Church is his Bride, then the prophets can be seen as “spiritual marriage counselors.” They afflict the comfortable and comfort the afflicted, calling us to return to our covenant relationship with God. They urge us to repentance, warn us of the dangers of sin, and announce the blessings of faithfulness. Their prophetic words speak to us even

today, as they draw us closer to our heavenly Bridegroom.Materials required: Study binder ($35), New American Bible, Catechism of the Catholic Church. **NEW SIGN-UP PROCEDURE: CONTACT DIANE LUCERI FOR MORE INFORMATION!

Beloved: Program for Married Couples

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

So you may be married a few years or many years. Have you ever thought that your marriage may be more than you think it is? What if God has woven into the very fabric of your humanity a purposeful need and desire that can only be fulfilled in your marriage? What if your marriage is designed to be a vital part of God’s work in the world? 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. There is no cost or materials required for this program. Please register by contacting Diane Luceri.

Symbolon: The Catholic Faith Explained

Sessions will be offered throughout the year, the same time as RF classes on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, as well as on Tuesday morning, beginning the week of October 12th. Schedule and more details to follow.

RCIA: The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

Have you or someone you know been considering the possibility of becoming a member of the Catholic Church? 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…

A spiritual journey A process of faith A process for welcoming newcomers

into the Roman Catholic Church A process of developing Catholic

Christians

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! 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 Ministry News

To the 2015 Confirmation FamiliesI would like to express my sincerest thanks to all the families and Candidates who were instrumental in helping with Confirmation this year - from the Catechists, to the Candidates, to the staff and to the parents! There were so many blessings this year, and each week I found something new to be grateful for in our church family. We are very blessed to know each of these Candidates, and I anticipate many more joyful memories with them as they continue into WINGS.

With love and gratitude,Jenni Clark

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Attention High School Seniors!All HS Seniors will be celebrated on Saturday, June 13 during the 5:00 pm Mass and at a reception afterwards hosted by WINGS. This will be a joyful opportunity to acknowledge our graduates. Scholarship recipients will also be announced at this time.You are all invited to join the celebration - please RSVP through the sign-up by June 8 athttp://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f48acaf2fa7f58-scholarsWe just need a general idea for planning food for the reception. We hope that you will join us!+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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SEAS Blood DriveSunday, June 14

SEAS next blood drive will be on Sunday, June 14 from 8:30 am until 2:00 pm. Sign up forms are available in the narthex after all Masses this weekend. Please

consider sharing the Gift of Life! Confirmation Candidates: Service time available through Jenni Clark.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

+ + + + + + +Prayer Shawl Ministry

The next meeting of the Prayer Shawl Ministry will be on Thursday, June 11, 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.

Take Your Dad to Breakfast on Father’s Day!

The Knights of Columbus are celebrating Father's Day with a spectacular pancake breakfast on Sunday, June 21, 2015, from 8am to 12 noon. The mouth-watering breakfast will include pancakes, sausage, bacon, eggs and bagels. Hot coffee will be plentiful. The cost is $7.00 per person or $25.00 for a family of four or more. You can purchase tickets in advance after each Mass beginning the weekend of June 6/7. Do something special for your Dad and take him to breakfast!+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

+ + + + + + +Seton Men’s Club - Upcoming Meeting

The next meeting sponsored by the Men’s Club will be on Thursday, June 11 at 7:30 PM in the Holy Family Room.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

+ + + + + + +Music Recitals - TODAY, Sunday, June 7

and again on Saturday, June 21PLEASE TAKE NOTE:

Our Music Director Brett Walzer and his piano/keyboard students will be performing at two upcoming music recitals at the Church. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.

The first recital will be on Sunday, June 7, at 1:00 pm.The second recital will be held on Saturday, June 27, at 2:00 pm. At each of the recitals, Brett and his students will be performing selections from a wide array of musical genres, including Sacred, Classical, Pop, Baroque, Jazz, and Contemporary, as well as original compositions. There is no cost of admission, and refreshments will be served following each recital. With less school-related distractions filling up the calendar, summer can be the perfect time for beginners to have their first lessons. For those interested in becoming new students beginning this summer, please contact Brett at 609-647-0965 for further information and details regarding available openings. All ages and levels are welcome. + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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Respect for Life RosaryJune 7- After all Sunday Masses

The Knights of Columbus and Respect for Life Ministry will continue to lead the Rosary for Life on the first Sunday of the month - Sunday, June 7 - in the chapel after all Sunday Masses. Make the Rosary a part of your - and your family’s - life!+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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VBS 2015 - It will be here soon!June 22nd to June 26th - 9:30 am to 12:30

pmPlease note: There will be a meeting of ALL who will be assisting with VBS in any way - all adults, teens, Confirmation candidates, etc. - on Sunday, June 14 at 10:30 AM.

Travel back with us to a time when Jesus was just a boy. Imagine living and working in the dusty town of Nazareth as Jesus grows up and begins his ministry. Everyone knows what it is like to hear your mom tell stories from your childhood. Could you imagine the kinds of stories Mary could tell? Join us at Hometown Nazareth where you’ll stand up for your faith among people who doubt that the carpenter’s son is really God’s Son. VBS is for kids ages 4 years through 5th grade. The cost is $50 per child (maximum $125 per family). Many service opportunities for 6th/7th

graders, Confirmation Candidates and high school teens. If you have any questions, contact us at seasvbs@yahoo.com.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

+ + + + + + +Gardening Ministry

Do you have a green thumb? Have you wondered how you can give back to the Lord using your talent? We need people 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 contact the Parish Office - 908-782-1475 x10.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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Military MinistryThe Joint Apostolate for Military and Veterans Families Outreach Ministry invites all parishioners to a special Patriotic Rosary on Flag Day, Sunday, June 14.This rosary specifically prays for our country and those who have, and still, protect her. The rosary begins at about 12:30 PM, after the 11:30 AM Holy Mass at St Elizabeth Ann Seton Church.The event will be followed by light refreshments and fellowship in the parish common area.

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Women’s Spirituality GroupJoin us as we celebrate the end of another year with our annual year-end dinner with Fr. Tom on Monday, June 8. For details, please contact seaswsg@gmail.com.

Around the Diocese

CHOSEN: A Day of FormationJune 10, 2015 - 9 am - 3 pm

St. John Neumann Pastoral Center146 Metlars Lane, Piscataway

Chosen is designed to offer teens a life-changing experience as they journey through

their Catholic faith. Presented by Colin MacIver you will learn

how to speak the language of today's teens and how to motivate your

teens to commit to a life of discipleship. Free to attend.

RSVP: Pat Martin 732.529.7931 pmartin@diometuchen.org

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St. Mary Byzantine Catholic ChurchSlavic Dinner - Wednesday, June 10

St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church will sponsor their Slavic Dinner on Wednesday, June 10 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The dinner will be held in the St. Mary Parish Center, 1900 Brooks Boulevard, Hillsborough. The cost is $13.00 for adults (ages 9 and up) and $5.00 for Children (8 and under) and includes all you can eat Pirohi, Stuffed Cabbage, Kielbasa and Sauerkraut, Mashed Potatoes, salad, dessert and beverage. A new feature of the dinner is a surprise entrée each month specially selected and prepared by St. Mary’s chef John Pagano. Orders to go are available. For more information contact: St. Mary’s at 908-725-0615.

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Mentorship Pilot Program to Support Veterans

Veteran’s Haven North “The Rally Point”, a Transitional Housing Program for homeless Veterans in Glen Gardner, NJ will be sponsoring a Big-Brother/Big-Sister Mentorship Program to provide fellowship and support to our Veterans as they transition back to independence. Please consider becoming a Mentor in this program. Our Veterans need your help! The only qualification needed is a noble commitment to the mentor/mentee relationship, with visits to the Veteran at least once a month. Veteran residence normally lasts two-years or less at the facility. All volunteers must be age 18-years or older. An overview and training session will be provided by Veteran’s Haven North.For more information please contact Bob Hendershot, the St. Magdalen Military Outreach Ministry Leader at 908-442-6094 or by e-mail at hendershot71@embarqmail.com. The first training session will be held Tuesday June 16,

2015 at 10 AM at Veteran’s Haven North, 200 Sanatorium Rd., Glen Gardner NJ

Corpus Christi ProcessionSunday, June 7

Shrine of the Blessed Sacrament, Raritan

At 1:00 PM we will have a solemn procession through the streets (weather permitting) concluding with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.Benediction will be followed by a light reception in the Rectory garden (also weather permitting).+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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(Intercessors for the Shepherds)Saturday, June 13 - 9 am to Noon

You are invited to attend our Formation Day, Saturday, June 13 from 9:00 am to Noon at the St. John Neumann Center in Piscataway (146 Metlars Lane). All are welcome. For more information go to www.diometuchen.org/evangelization and click on ‘Intercessors for the Shepherds’ or call 732-765-6438. + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

+ + + + + + +Information Nite For World Youth Day

Krakow, Poland - July 22-August 1, 2016June 15, 20157:00-9:00 p.m.

St. John Neumann Pastoral CenterPiscataway, NJ

Chris Dube from Mazurkas Travel will detail “everything you need to know.” Come with questions.Note: Attendees for WYD MUST BE 18 years of age or older unless accompanied by their parent or guardian.RSVP Mary Ann Giannone - 732.243.4575 or mgiannone@diometuchen.org. + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

+ + + + + + +Learn More About Pope Francis

In September 2015, Pope Francis will make his first visit to the United States!

To learn more about our Holy Father, consider attending one or all of the following

presentations:June 15 - Pope Francis and the Joy of

the GospelJune 22 - Pope Francis and FamiliesJune 29 - Pope Francis’ Message of

MercyThe talks will be presented by Fr. Greg Uhrig

from 7:00-8:30 pm at theSt. John Neumann Center

146 Metlars Lane, Piscataway, NJ.There is no fee, however, registration is

required by calling 732-562-1990 ext. 1543. Marriage Encounter

With Mother’s Day this month and Father’s Day fast approaching, why not give yourselves the special gift of a Marriage Encounter Weekend. A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend gives you the time and tools to revitalize romance, deepen communication, and nourish the spirituality in your marriage.The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend will be held July 17-19.Early registration is advisable as space is limited. Phone 732-904-9636 for registration and information. Visit us at: www.aweekendforyourmarriage.org for more information.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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ChildCatholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen is seeking loving families to foster children of all ages, who have been abused, neglected or have had multiple out of home placements, through its Treatment Family Homes Program, contracted by New Jersey’s Department of Children and Families.The goal for the children in this program is to leave foster care and achieve permanency through reunification with their families, adoption, or independent living. Catholic Charities provides these resilient children with individual and family therapy, assistance with educational and medical needs, and independent living skills to help them reach their full potential.Applicants must have adequate space for a child and complete a home study which

includes background checks, references, interviews, and a home inspection. All Catholic Charities licensed families receive initial and ongoing specialized training, 24 hour emergency access to staff, respite services, monthly reimbursement for the child’s expenses and support from experienced families.For more information about the program, please visit www.ccdom.org or contact Miguelina Nunez at 866-247-HOME (4663) or at mnunez@ccdom.org.+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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Take Action Today toOppose Physician-Assisted Suicide

S382, a bill authorizing assisted suicide was released by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee on December 15, 2014 and could be voted on by the full Senate at any time. An identical bill, A2270 was passed by the General Assembly on Thursday, November 13, 2014 by a vote of 41 to 31.

Please contact your Senator and ask them to vote "No" on S382 - the Aid in Dying for the Terminally Ill Act. As faithful citizens, we must continue to educate our legislators about the dangers of Physician- Assisted Suicide and try to STOP its passage in the State of New Jersey.To send an email go to: https://votervoice.net/NJCC/Campaigns/37618/Respond+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +

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+ + + + + + +Random Stewardship Ideas for the Month of June1. Think of a charity which is amply blessed at

Christmas. Remember them with a gift mid-year.2. Invite a single friend over for a meal.3. Attend an extra Mass on a weekday this month.4. Abstain from something you like - meat, a latte, a

cold drink - on Fridays and save the money for a charity.

5. Take your rosary with you for an early morning walk.