February 5th, 2012
Fifth Sunday in
Ordinary Time
February 5, 2012
The Lord tells the number of the stars and calls them by name. -Psalm 147:4
TODAY’S LITURGY: FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
READINGS: RED HYMNAL #883
ALL OF THE NEW MASS TRANSLATIONS ARE IN THE FRONT COVER OF ALL HYMNALS
Processional Hymn: Green #397
Holy, Holy, Holy
Gradual Psalm: Praise the Lord Who Heals the Broken Hearted.
Offertory Hymn: Green #409
On Eagle’s Wings
Communion Hymn: Green #189
Peace Prayer
Recessional Hymn: Green #413
Though the Mountains May Fall
Youth Ministry Opportunity
After many years our Youth Minister will be leaving this position in the summer. Are you a responsible adult who would like to work among our High School age young people? If you think you may be interested see Father Dan pronto. Thank you.
Bible Study has resumed
Plan to make the parish Bible Study Wednesdays from 7:45 8:30pm in the Church
We are studying the Epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians. Find out more about the Faith and the Holy Scriptures. Father Dan leads the study in a relaxed atmosphere Question and answer time follows the Study.
BANNS OF MARRIAGE
II Jillian Koehler & Jason Putkowski, here.
If anyone knows of just cause why they may not be joined in Christian Matrimony, let them speak now or forever hold their peace
Worship the Lord in the Beauty of Holiness
If you would like to place flowers before any of the Altars in memory of a loved one or to honor a special occasion call the parish office.
The Sanctuary Lamp burns this week in memory of Katherine Ann Schmittler, gift of Dad.
The blue votive light (Blessed Mother) is in memory of Katherine Ann Schmittler, gift of Dad.
The red votive light (Sacred Heart) is in honor of Joseph Sestito (bthdy) gift of Dad.
Catholic Men
for Jesus
Conference
Calling all men, to join in fellowship with Catholic men around the Diocese at the 15th, Annual Catholic Men for Jesus Conference, Saturday Feb. 25th, at St. Raphael/ Holy Angels Parish in Hamilton NJ (outside Trenton). This year’s theme is “Champions of Faith”. Speakers will include Bishop O’ Connell, Patrick Madrid, Catholic speaker and Author; Darrell Miller, former major league baseball player; along with others. $30 donation. Register on line at www.catholicmenforjesus.org or call 1-609-896-0394 for further information.
Thinking Ahead to Lent
Ash Wednesday is Feb. 22nd. Begin to think ahead about your Lenten program. The Parish has a special project for all adults this lent. An ‘At Home’ way to grow as well as evangelize. Stay tuned for details.
MEETING CHRIST IN PRAYER
During the season of Lent Sister Mary Cleary and Jackie Callahan will be offering a program called “Meeting Christ in Prayer” modeled on the Saint Ignatius Spiritual Exercises. They will be offering the program twice during Lent: Saint Ann’s, Keansburg on Thursday mornings for eight weeks beginning: February 23rd from 11:00am to 12:15pm, or here at Saint Catherine’s on Thursday evenings for eight weeks beginning February 23rd from 6:45pm to 8:15pm. Each session will include group prayer, Scripture readings, simple prayer techniques, guided meditation, faith sharing and reflection. No experience necessary, just a hunger for a deeper spiritual life and people who want to be aware of God’s presence in their daily lives. Please call Saint Ann’s @732-787-0315 for the am sessions. Call Religious Education @732-495-7779 for the pm sessions.
HOLY HOUR
Next Sunday, February 12 from 3:00 to 4:00pm. All are welcome to join Deacon John McGrath for the Holy Hour.
Prayer for the Sick
In your charity please remember to pray for our parishioners and friends who have asked for our prayers: Our Bishop David, Anthony Teague, Sarah Polakos, Joey Rauh, Dominick Salvatore, Naisset Lopez, Ashley Boynton, Ann Sherin, Richard Russo, Pat Welsh, John & Nanette Gamache, James Cypher, Adeline Walsh, Bob Pelletier, Maureen Farrell, Rich Callahan, Donna Tillyer, Robert Bonner, Taryn Hussey, Tammy Johnson, Shea McDonald, Lisa Wilton, George Reseter, and the deceased: Thomas Grennan, Jr.
Prayer: O God our loving Father, look with kindness on our brothers and sisters who seek your care. In your mercy grant health to the sick; comfort to the sorrowful, peace to the troubled, joy to the weary and eternal rest to those whose work on earth is done, and all for Jesus’ sake. Amen
Prayer for those serving in our military
Please remember to pray for our parishioners and friends serving this nation at home and abroad.
Brian DelRio, Andrew McCarthy, Donovan Barry, Joseph Woodford, Michael Reseter, Gwyn Parris Atwell, Jonathan Lynne, Patrick McPherson, Brendan Carhart, Nicholas Rakoncza, John Nastvogel, Suzanne Striedl, Sean Michael Talley, Michael Joseph Lawless, Robert Ryan, Steven Lawrence, Liam Norton, Jonathan Suydam, Diane Klein, Chad Carroll, Joshua Musgrove, Jason Molok, Stephen Mitchell, Ian Willoughby, Brandon Mullins, Frank Murphy, Ryan Trachman, Michael Hughes, Michael Dwan, Michael Truax, Kevin Rosemelia, Michael Simon, IV.
PRAYER
O God, our Father, You are the author of peace and the lover of concord. Bless and defend these Your servants, our brothers and sisters who serve this nation in our Armed Forces. Protect and shield them with Your might, keep them safe in body and soul, and hasten the time when they shall return to their families and home. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
MAJOR CHANGE FOR C. C. D. SCHEDULE
GRADES 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6 on Tuesday, February 7th at 3:45pm. Thus, there will be no evening class for grades 5 & 6 and NO class Wednesday afternoon for grades 3 & 4. All are to meet on Tuesday at 3:45pm.
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