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LITURGY
Saturday, February 4
Please don’t forget after all the masses this weekend we will
5:00 pm Francis Ben Hogan – Frank & Joanne O’Brien
gather in Hoffman Hall to wish Tony & Marian Repice well in
Marilyn Treacy – Valerie Quinn
their new parish St. Pius X in Forked River.
Sunday, February 5
8:30 am People of the Parish
10:30 am Helene & Rudolf Mikolajetz – Brigitte Buttocolla If you did not attend the 10:30 mass last weekend you
Antonie Linnemann – The Midura Family missed something very special for our parish; Janie and John
Monday, February 6 Martin’s five children were baptized into our faith
9:00 am Norman Camarda – Carolyn Dwyer community. We congratulate June Mia, Jack Michael, Elle
Jeffrey Hondo – His mother Christine, John Lucas, Naomi Nicole. Please keep them in
Tuesday, February 7 your prayers. My sincere thanks to Shirley Howe who leads
9:00 am Communion Service our RCIA Ministry for children, Shirley along with other
Wednesday, February 8 members of the team have walked with the Martin Family to
9:00 am Diana Patterson – The Domeracki’s bring them to this wonderful moment in their journey of
Wayne Roszel – Children’s Word Ministry faith. My thanks to all the members of the RCIA team for
Thursday, February 9 children for all you have done to support the family.
9:00 am Thomas Hagman – William Scott
Sandy Tagland – Diana & Pete Kurtz A lot has been written about light deprivation, that
Friday, February 10 phenomenon that occurs in winter time. Some people,
9:00 am Robert Pellak – Ed & Susan Foster because of the lack of bright sunlight in their lives get
Loretta Barrett – Joseph Weir depressed. They can deal with the condition simply sitting
Saturday, February 11 under certain types of bright lights that mimic natural
5:00 pm People of the Parish sunlight. This has been shown to alleviate the depression.
Sunday, February 12
8:30 am Marcia James & Elizabeth Ryan – Sister, Those involved with education call this time of year
Eleanor Haines “midwinter madness.” One cure was to create a long
Joseph Casano, Jr. – Terry, Jeff, Jeffrey & Robert weekend holiday, perhaps flying to someplace warm and
10:30 am Kenneth Mooney – Mom, Dad, Ed & Loretta sunny. Anyone who did that came back in better spirits, and
Jennie Sabo – Dennis & Jackie Kaine was better able to get back to the work at hand. They knew
winter wouldn’t last forever.
Job seems to be caught up with the same kind of negative
feelings. A lot of terrible things have happened to him. His
words are those of someone who has lost hope. So why
Dear Friends: would this passage be selected for us to hear, especially this
time of year? A few weeks ago we celebrated the Feast of
Thank you to everyone who helped in any way to make this Light, Epiphany. Christ’s light shines in our lives. We all
year’s Winter Wine Fest 2012 a wonderful success. Special have our problems and concerns. And sometimes they can
thanks to the Wine Fest Committee: Dennis & Jackie Kaine, wear us down just as Job was worn down. We forget that
Mark & Janine Metzger, Gary & Lynda Urban, Corinne Jesus’ healing presence is with us, that the gospel will give us
Magasic, Greg Schweitzer, Tom & Rebecca Hoffman, Tony & what we need to get through the darkness. Scripture is
Sally Miskiewicz, Dave Alleva, and Hilda Sers; to Ed and Sue inviting us to find again that light of faith in our lives and to
Mooney who faithfully took care of the raffle tickets each truly believe we will be able to work through whatever
weekend; to Mathis Funeral Home for their generosity again happens to us and be healed.
this year for sponsoring the printing of the raffle tickets; to
all those who helped prepare the display tables for the Wine GO GIANTS!!!!!
and Food: Marilyn & Ray Maier, Deanna Kingkiner, Betty
Miller, Mary Ann Ossner, Carol Linnemann, Eileen Chesla, Have a great week!
and Yolanda DePetris. Looking forward to next year!!!!
Fr. Andrew
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FAITH FORMATION
Generation of Faith
Children’s Faith Formation
Faith Fest at Holy Eucharist
Faith Fest Is For Everyone!
for reception of the different sacraments,
Come and visit “Opening the Doors to God’s Word”, the the celebration of sacramentals and above all
museum for 2012. The museum is available during the week the participation of the faithful in the Eucharist,
from 9:30 to 4:30, any time in the evening the church is open as a primary means of education in the faith.”
Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy
and between Masses on the weekend. If you wish to visit in the
evening, please call the Faith Formation Office to be sure
Last Saturday, our children preparing to receive the sacrament of the
someone will be here. We welcome all of the Holy Eucharist
Holy Eucharist, their First Holy Communion, met along with their
Community to explore the museum. Invite a friend or neighbor parents for their first preparation day. They met from 1:00 p.m. until
to visit with you. There are exhibits for everyone of any age to 3:00 p.m. Along with their parents they attended three short
enjoy. The museum will open for Ash Wednesday and continue sessions. Using a power point presentation and explanation Father
throughout Lent. Andrew and Sister Gerrie discussed the parts of the Gathering Rite of
the Mass: Entrance Procession, opening prayer, and penitential rite.
Our next Faith Fest, “Signs of the Word” will be presented In the chapel, Deacon Joe DeLuca explained the significance of the
March 1, 2 and 4th. Come join us as we explore the Gospel of vestments worn by the priest and the deacon at Mass and the
John. Remember learning about our faith continues throughout difference in the colors for each season of the Church Year. The third
our lives no matter what your age, come and share your session met in the education wing where everyone had fun learning
knowledge, learn from others, and share your faith with the the words and putting gestures to the Song of the Angels, which we
Holy Eucharist community. know as the Gloria of the Mass. The children then created a Gloria
angel as a remembrance of their afternoon together.
Dates to Remember Don’t Forget
Spring Fling Basket Party
Feb. 16, Thursday Facilitator Run Through Mark your Calendar
10:00 am or 7:00 pm Sunday, March 25, 2012
March 1, Thursday Faith Fest * 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Come Join the Fun!
March 2, Friday Faith Fest* 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. We could use everyone’s help to make this year’s event even more
March 4, Sunday Faith Fest* 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. successful that last year. Last year we had 192 baskets and 22 door
prizes and a lot of fun. If you, or you and your family or you and your
friends would like to be a part of the excitement by putting together
*Don’t forget to bring your Bibles and the Take and Bring back
a basket which we could chance off at our party, it would be greatly
activity from the last Faith Fest. If you need a copy of this
appreciated. Just select a theme, arrange your items in a basket, or
activity, call the Lifelong Faith Formation Office. on a tray or in any other container. These can be dropped off in the
Faith Formation Wing or main office.
Sacrament Preparation Dates
If you know a business that might donate a basket or items for a
Feb. 18, Saturday 7th L Confirmation Session 2:00 pm basket, or a gift certificate we would appreciate you asking them. If
Candidate & Sponsor Blessing you have individual new items you would like to donate towards
Feb. 25, Saturday First Eucharistic Prep 2 1 – 3:30 pm being included in a basket it would be greatly appreciated as well.
Child & Parents Last year we filled many, many baskets with these things.
Individual items can be placed in baskets labeled, “SPRING FLING”
Scout Sunday February 5, 2012 found at each of the doors as you enter the church. The Spring Fling
Basket Party benefits the Children’s Faith Formation Programs.
A Scout is Reverent. Holy Eucharist will be celebrating
Scout Sunday on February 5th at the 10:30 am Mass. Thank you to everyone who searched their shelves, closets, garages,
Scout Sunday commemorates the anniversary of the Boy and thrift shops to find us some baskets to fill. We are still in need of
Scouts of America. All Scouts and leaders are asked to baskets so keep on looking.
wear their full Class A uniforms. There will be reserved
Thank you for your prayers and support of all our children, their
seating and the Scouts will be participating in the Mass families and those committed to all our faith formation programs.
and Hospitality afterwards. If you are interested in
joining Cub Scouts or Boy Scouts, information is available Have a blessed week.
on the Holy Eucharist website. You can also contact the Anne Marie Kelly and Dottie Connelly 268-8383 ext. 106 or 107
Burlington County Council BSA at 609-261-5850.
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OUTREACH
With onset of the cold weather, in addition to our economic
crisis, many struggling families simply don't have enough money Vivian Boyd, Theresa Kennedy, Patricia Sicilia, Denise Panico,
for all their monthly expenses. In 2011 we were able to help 25 Jack Schell, Marie Ortman, Kyle Dobiszewski,
Families with their heating bills (Oil, Kerosene, Propane) Vincent Martucci, Nancy Valaika,
totaling $8,474.20. It is the generosity of the Holy Eucharist Peter Helgeson, Florence Gilmartin
parishioners that make it possible for our society to assist those
in need in our community. We want to thank you for your Please Note: A continuing list of the sick will be listed in “The
continued support in donating to our Poor Boxes throughout the Book of the Sick.” Please see or visit the Book of the Sick
church, purchasing Super Market Certificates, Bread Are
located in the atrium. Write in the name of those you wish the
Given Cards and Food donations to our Food Pantry. Each
community to hold in prayer. This book will be brought up
week we receive phone calls on our Hot Line from families
with the gifts and the prayer intentions.
requesting assistance from us for rent, heating and medical bills.
We visit with these families to discuss their request for
RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY
assistance. As a group at our general meetings, we decide the rd
On Monday, Jan. 23 , members of Holy Eucharist joined
best ways to help those in need. All Information is confidential. hundreds of thousands of people in Washington witnessing to the
If you know anyone in need or need help yourself, don't hesitate dignity of life. We also delivered 1200 petition cards to our two
to call our Hot Line at 609-268- 0005. If you would like to Senators and our Representative, asking them to promote pro-
become a member of our society, we invite you to attend one life, pro-family and pro-marriage legislation in the coming year.
of our meetings to decide if it is right for you. We meet on Thanks to all the parishioners who signed the cards.
the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 7:00 P.M. at the
church. We warmly welcome you and can certainly use DISCONNECT TO CONNECT
more volunteers to help us assist those in need in our Come One – Come All – To Our Family Game Night
community. All ages are welcome! Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012
From 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm in Hoffman Hall.
Gertrude Hawk Easter Candy Sale The 12th annual Gertrude Bring your family! Bring a snack to share! Bring your
Easter Candy Sale sponsored by The St. Vincent de Paul Society favorite board games! But “PLEASE” leave your electronics
will begin on February 11th & 12th. Please stop at our table in at home. We are powering down to allow our spirit to power
the atrium and pick up a brochure. The proceeds from the sale up. An offering of non-perishable items will be accepted
benefit those in need. All orders are due by March 4th & 5th. for St. Vincent de Paul Society.
Pick up of all orders will be on March 24th & 25th. Sponsored by the P.A.R.E.N.T.S. & Building Bridges Ministries
REMEMBER THOSE IN NEED: THE ITEMS OUR
PANTRY IS LOW ON ARE: CEREAL, OATMEAL
Thank you and God bless our parishioners for all they do for our
society. Without your help, we would be unable to assist the
many families in need in our community. Come And See Together
“Rising very early before dawn, he (Jesus) left
Wanted – Used Vehicle And went off to a deserted place, where he prayed.”
Do you have a used truck or car, in good working condition Mark 1:35
that you no longer need? Please consider donating the
vehicle to St. Vincent de Paul to benefit one of our needy Tucked inside this week’s gospel, Jesus offers us an
guests whose late model truck is beyond repair. Your important lesson if we are paying attention! After
donated vehicle will enable this individual to travel to job healing Simon’s mother-in-law and many others, Jesus
sites and medical appointments. Please call our hotline, gets up early and goes off alone to pray. Jesus knows he
268-0005 and leave a message for Theresa Owen if you needs to keep closely connected to his Father to draw
are able to help. Thank you! strength and courage from this intimate relationship for
the loving work he is called to do.
A.C.T.S. Women’s Ministry
The A.C.T.S. Women’s Ministry is reaching out to all How does our time in prayer nourish us for the
active duty military families in our parish to loving work we are called to do? Is our connection
support/help you. Please contact us at our website: to the Father visible in how we treat others each day?
actswomen@gmail.com
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COMMUNITY
WELCOMING NEW MEMBERS: Our Parish family warmly
welcomes new members to its community. We invite you to
register at your earliest convenience by stopping by the parish
The next meeting of the Holy Eucharist Senior Citizens Club will be
office during regular office hours. held on Thursday, February 2, at 1:00 pm, in Hoffman Hall. Our club
SCHEDULING MEETING ROOMS/SOCIAL HALL: To is non-denominational and is open to anyone 55 or over. Guests and
schedule meetings or activities to be held on the premises new members are always welcome.
contact the Parish Office. This includes activities and meetings February 23 – Resorts Casino & Show
in the original building, Hoffman Hall and the Faith Formation “Allen Edward, The Voice of Branson Show” – Price: $34
Center. Meetings and events will be compiled for the monthly Includes Show, $10 Slot Play & Buffet
calendar distributed through the Bulletin. If you will be using Leave 1 pm – Return 9:30 pm
the kitchen facility in Hoffman Hall, please advise at the time March 21 – Sugar House Casino
of scheduling. Includes $15 Slot Play – Price: $22
Leave 10:45 am – Return 3:45 pm
May 7 thru May 11 – Virginia Beach
February 12, May 20 Price: $460 per person (double occupancy)
No Baptisms during Lent Additional $109 (for single occupancy)
Baptism Preparation Classes Includes 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners
Deposit due: March 7 – Balance due: April 7
February 24, March 23 – 7:00 PM
Non-members are welcome on all trips. Our trips have two pick ups
Please call the Parish Office to Register for Class. – one at Laurel Hall in Leisuretown and one at the church. For
information call Rose Kenney at 859-9107 or Theresa at 859-7308.
Knights of Columbus Council #8733
GRAND KNIGHT FRED HINZ
MUSIC MINISTRY NOTES New members are always welcome.
Wed., Feb. 8 4:45 – 5:15 pm – Cherubim Choir Please contact 609-859-0945 for more information.
5:20 – 6:00 pm – Seraphim Singers Our council works to support the church and our community.
6:45 pm – Soprano Sectional
7:30 pm – Adult Choir ASH WEDNESDAY FISH BAKE
Thurs., Feb. 9 12:30 pm – Compassion Choir The Knights of Columbus will be serving a simple fish dinner
Sun., Feb. 12 10:30 am – Adult Choir at 5:00 pm in Hoffman Hall. Those who came to the dinner
Any questions, leave a message for Linda Midura on the Music last year can tell you that the fresh cod was moist and
Office voice mail at 268-1119. delicious. The cost of the dinner is $10.00 for adults, $5.00
for children under 12 yrs. So come for an enjoyable meal
Wine Fest Super 50/50 with friends and family after the 4:15 pm Service or before
At 10:00 pm the drum filled with Super 50/50 tickets was the 7:00 pm Mass on Ash Wednesday.
carried into Hoffman Hall. At 10:10 pm the music HERO EVENTS
stopped. Fr. Andrew put his hand in the drum and pulled February 11 from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm – Baking Night
out the winning ticket. At 10:12 pm the winner was February 12 Bake Sale after 8:30 am and 10:30 am Masses
announced: MARIE GIBERSON of Shamong. Marie won HERO will be baking in the kitchen! Join us to raise money,
make baked goods and watch a movie. We always have a great
$8,000! Thanks to all who purchased a 50/50 ticket. Your time! Vote for the movie on Facebook.
participation helped bring the spectacular results.
IT’S MARDI GRAS TIME
COME JOIN THE FUN!
Tuesday, February 21 at 6:00 PM
As we enter into our Lenten Journey
The HOPE Office is in desperate need of drivers for Covenant Ministry invites you to bring a covered dish
weekend masses especially 5:00 pm Saturday and share an evening of fun with family and friends
followed by a prayer service in church.
and 8:30 am and 10:30 am Sunday. Volunteers are always welcome to help with
decorating, set up and food service.
Sign up sheets are in the atrium and by the side doors.
BROADWAY SHOW “SISTER ACT” If you have any questions please contact
NEW YORK – SUNDAY, MAY 20, 2012 Alicia Kij @ 609-755-2069
Barbara Margulis @ 609-801-9502
Flyers with information are in the atrium on the shelf by the
Hope to see you there!
Bulletin Board. Deposit is due on or before Feb. 7th.
Please bring to the Parish Office.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Please pray for the safety and protection of the men
and women from our parish serving in the Armed
STEWARDSHIP
Forces.
NOTE: We have posted the names of the men and women
Give and gifts will be given to you; a good measure,
serving in the military. Please check to see if there are any
packed together, shaken down, and overflowing, will be
names to be added or taken off. Call the Parish Office at 268-
poured into your lap. For the measure with which you
8383, ext. 100. measure will in return be measured out to you. (Luke 12:48)
You are invited to join other 2011 2012
parishioners to pray the Rosary on
Sundays before the 8:30 AM mass. Sunday, 1/29/12 $12,000.00 $12,449.00
Meet in the Daily Chapel at 8:00 AM
ONLINE GIVING
Holy Eucharist Church now offers Online Giving! Visit
our website at www.holyeucharist.org to sign up for
Online Giving and begin donating to the church
automatically. Use the Internet for the good of the
parish through this secure and convenient process.
14 Night “Mediterranean Treasures Cruise” Online Giving can be effectively used on its own or
with regular offering envelopes. If you would still like
October 6 thru October 20, 2012 to receive envelope packets but also want to give
Join Father Andrew and your fellow parishioners to online, you have the option to do so.
experience a magnificent cruise of the Mediterranean on
Royal Caribbean’s, “Independence of the Seas”, which
leaves from Southampton, England. Visit 8 ports of call: REMEMBRANCE IN YOUR WILL
Consider this very special way of sharing with your
Gibraltor, United Kingdom; Cannes/Monte Carlo, France;
parish family. A remembrance in your will for your
Barcelona/PalmaDeMallorca/Alicante/Malaga/Vigo,Spain; parish is a wonderful way to provide for the future
and Lisbon, Portugal. well-being of your parish community.
The special group rate starts at $1648.00 per person, SPECIAL BUILDING REPAIR COLLECTION
based on double occupancy, which includes the cruise
fare, port charge and tax. Airfare and travel insurance are Previous Contributions $21,931.10
1/29/2012 61.00
not included, but can be arranged. Only a limited amount
Contribution Balance $21,992.10
of reserved staterooms are available at the special group
rate. A deposit of $900 is required to hold a reservation. Repairs pending:
For more information, please contact: Dennis & Jackie Flat Roof 62,000.00
Kaine (609) 268-2428 or email: travelwithjackie@aol.com
Altar Server Schedule – February 11 & 12 2011 BISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL
Saturday – 5:00 pm
Team 1: Daniel Connelly, Marlena Daecher, Goal $60,000.00
Pledged to Date $66,682.91
Tyler Glass, Haley Graham
Cash Received $63,937.91
Sunday – 8:30 am
Team 4: Zachary Morgan, Russ Bauer, Thank you to all who have pledged to the Bishop’s
Nick DeSantis, Aaron Ruiz Annual Appeal, and who have fulfilled their pledge.
Sunday – 10:30 am It will help our parish, as we will receive 15% back.
Team 7: Lauren Guest, Kimberly Guest,
Carol Guest, Noel Valenza
