Current Bulletin

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This Wednesday, December 8, is a holy day of obligation for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Masses will be celebrated at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, December 7, and at
8 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Wednesday, December 8.

Diocese of Metuchen
 Most Reverend James F.
                Checchio, JCD, MBA

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REGULAR OFFICE HOURS
Days:
Monday - Friday,
9:00am-2:00pm


Evening Hours:
Monday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm Please call before coming!
Thank you!

Office/Rectory
Tel 732-721-0179
Fax 732-721-0360
Direction to St. Mary's

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The Pope's Monthly Intention for December 2021

Catechists : Let us pray for the catechists, summoned to announce the Word of God: may they be its witnesses, with courage and creativity and in the power of the Holy Spirit.

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HeartPlease call and check on your elderly neighbors, especially those who are homebound or living alone. Perhaps you can do a bit of shopping for them or get them a newspaper. God will certainly bless you for your goodness!

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“Jesus answered, ‘My kingdom does not belong to this world.” (John 18:36)

Life is short. How much time, energy and money do you put into building “your” kingdom here on earth? We all know we can’t take it with us. The real kingdom is in the next life. Yet, how much time, energy and money do you invest in working for that eternal kingdom? Ask God for His guidance. Detach from earthly possessions. Generously share your material goods with others for the greater glory of God.

 

 

Welcome to Our Parish

The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy. ~ Psalm 126

Mission Statement

St. Mary Church
St. Mary Church

 

Rev. Dennis R. Weezorak
Pastor

 

Stephen Laikowski
Deacon

Richard O'Brien
Deacon

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Mass Schedule:

Current Bulletin

Sunday, December 5: Second Sunday of Advent: 
        8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12 p.m.
        Live streamed on Sunday at 10 a.m. on Facebook
Monday, December 6: Mass Association 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 7: 8:00 a.m. / 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 8: 8:00 a.m. / 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 9: 8:00 a.m.
Friday, December 10: 8:00 a.m. Communion Service
Saturday, December 4: 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 11: Third Sunday of Advent
        8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12 p.m.
        Live streamed on Sundays at 10 a.m. on Facebook

Reconciliation: Saturday 3:00 - 3:30 p.m.

Blood Drive at St. Mary's

Christmas Season Schedule
(select to open panels)

December 8 (Wednesday)

Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
(Holy Day of Obligation)
Vigil Mass: Tuesday, December 7, at 7 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.

December 18 (Saturday)

Penance Service
11 a.m.

December 24 (Friday)

Christmas Eve Masses
4 p.m. and 6 p.m.

December 25 (Saturday)

Christmas Day Masses
8 a.m. and 10 a.m.

December 31 (Friday)

Vigil Mass for Mary, the Holy Mother of God
5 p.m.

January 1 (Saturday)

Mass for Mary, the Holy Mother of God
8 a.m.
(Not a Holy Day of Obligation this year)

Adoration during Advent

Each Monday during Advent, we will have Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in the church beginning at 3 p.m. The Mass will follow immediately afterwards at 7 p.m.
(Dates: November 28/29*, December 6, 13 and 20.
*Please see announcement in this weekend's bulletin for information on our special 240hour Adoration taking place THIS Sunday-Monday, November 28/29.

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Once again, thank you to all those who have remained generous to our parish community during this difficult time. We understand many are feeling an increased financial burden and greatly appreciate anything you can do. A reminder that envelopes/contributions can be mailed to or dropped in the mail slot at the parish office, or you may use your own bank's online bill pay service.

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New Parishioners
We welcome anyone who has moved into the parish or who has been inactive.
Please call or visit the rectory during office hours. You may print and fill out this Census Form before your visit to the rectory office.