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OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP PARISH Fourth Sunday of Advent December 24, 2017 Parish Ofϔice Phone -------------- 609-652-0008 Email --------------- parishofϔice@OLPHparish-nj.org Website ------------ www.OLPHparish-nj.org Pastor Tom Barcellona Email --------------- [email protected] W hatever your present status in the Catholic Church, whatever your current family or marital situation, whatever your past or present religious afϔiliation, whatever your personal history, age, background, race, you are invited, welcomed, accepted, loved and respected at the Parish Family of Our Lady of Perpetual Help. There are no strangers at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, only friends we have not met.

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OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP PARISH

FourthSundayofAdvent

December24,2017

ParishOf ice Phone -------------- 609-652-0008 Email --------------- parishof [email protected] Website ------------ www.OLPHparish-nj.org

PastorTomBarcellona Email --------------- [email protected]

W hatever your present status in theCatholicChurch,whateveryourcurrentfamily or marital situation, whatever

your past or present religious af iliation, whateveryourpersonalhistory,age,background,race,youareinvited, welcomed, accepted, loved and respected attheParishFamilyofOurLadyofPerpetualHelp.

TherearenostrangersatOurLadyofPerpetualHelp,onlyfriendswehavenotmet.

Parish Staff REV. THOMAS BARCELLONA .................................................. Pastor REV. VINCENT ORUM AJ. ......................................... Parochial Vicar REV. JOHN Y. SEO ............................................... Hispanic Ministries REV. YVANS JAZON ................................................ Haitian Ministry MR. FRANK CERULLO ........................................ Permanent Deacon MR. MICHAEL GUERRIERI ....................................... Retired Deacon NANCY RIDDELL ................................... Religious Education Director TERRI MONCRIEF ...............................Religious Education Secretary DONNA BERCHTOLD ................................................ .Music Director KRISTY TORRES .............................................................. Bookkeeper GEN PHILLIPS .................................................................... .Secretary KATRINA BARRETT ................................................. Parish Secretary RICHARD SOOY .......................................... Maintenance Supervisor

Mass Schedule ASSUMPTION CHURCH

146 S. Pitney Road • Galloway, NJ 08205 SATURDAY EVENING ........................................................... 4:00 pm SUNDAY……………………………………. ......................... .8:30 & 11:00 am HOLY DAYS ......................................... as announced in the bulletin WEEKDAYS Monday – Friday ............................................................... 8:00 am Tuesday, Thursday .......................................................... 12:15 pm

ST. NICHOLAS CHURCH 525 St. Louis Ave. • Egg Harbor, NJ 08215

SATURDAY EVENING ................. …………………………4:30 pm (English) SUNDAY……………………………………… ...................... .8:45 am (English) SUNDAY ............................................................. 10:30 am (Spanish) HOLY DAYS ......................................... as announced in the bulletin WEEKDAYS Monday, Wednesday, Friday ............................................... 7:00 am SPANISH MASS .................................................... Tuesdays, 6:30pm

Religious Education PHONE… ....................................................... 609-652-0008 ext. 208 FAX… ......................................................................... .609-652-0883 EMAIL .............................................religioused@OLPHparish-nj.org HOURS Monday-Wednesday ......................................... 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Thursday ........................................................... 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Sacraments BAPTISMS: Arrangements must be made through the parish office. CONFESSIONS: Saturdays at 3:00 pm - Assumption Church; Saturdays at 3:30 pm - St. Nicholas Church or by appointment with a priest. MATRIMONY: Arrangements must be made one year in advance. Please call the parish office to make an appointment with one of our parish priests.

Parish Office 146 S. Pitney Road, Bldg 1, Galloway, NJ 08205

PHONE…………………………………………………… ................ 609-652-0008 FAX ............................................................................ 609-652-0883 HOURS ................................................................. 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Assumption Regional Catholic School 146 S. Pitney Road, Galloway, NJ 08205

JOAN DOLLINGER, Principal PHONE ....................................................................... 609-652-7134 FAX ............................................................................ 609-652-2544 ON THE WEB .......................................................... arcsgalloway.org

Mass Intentions SATURDAY December 23, 2017 4:00 PM (A) Anthony Lombardi/ Mom & Dad 4:30 PM (SN) Bill & Marion Gabriel/ Family

SUNDAY December 24, 2017 8:30 AM (A) Carraro & Patterson/ Marie & Jeanne 8:45 AM (SN) Deceased Members of the Torres & Fenwick

Families Chi Fu Chan/ Fred Chan & Selina Seto 10:30 AM (SN) People of the Parish 11:00 AM (A) Richard Theuret/ Theuret Family John Kmetz/ Family Holy Souls in Purgatory/ Family Barbara Cook/ Nanfara Family Helen & Albert Schenkel/ Family Mary Ann Gatto/ Gatto Family 4:00 PM (A) People of the Parish 5:00 PM (SN) People of the Parish 6:30 PM (SN) People of the Parish 12:00 AM (A) People of the Parish

MONDAY December 25, 2017 Christmas Day 9:00 AM (SN) People of the Parish 10:30 AM (SN) People of the Parish 10:30 AM (A) People of the Parish

TUESDAY December 26, 2017 8:00 AM (A) Mary Hughes/Moreland Family 12:15 PM (A) Cindy & Ralph Shiavo/Rose & Charles Roesch 6:30 PM (SN) People of the Parish

WEDNESDAY December 27, 2017 7:00 AM (SN) For all those intentions left at Shrines 8:00 AM (A) Michelina Romano/ Family

THURSDAY December 28, 2017 8:00 AM (A) Rufina Delgado/ Daughter 12:15 PM (A) Charles Roesch/ Kathie Clarke

FRIDAY December 29, 2017 7:00 AM (SN) People of the Parish 9:00 AM (A) John McKenna/ Diane

SATURDAY December 30, 2017 4:00 PM (A) Dougherty & Phillips Family/ Phillips Family Richard Ardito/ Gerry 4:30 PM (SN) Walter “Ed” Vizthum/ Rich & Kitty McMahan

SUNDAY December 31, 2017 8:30 AM (A) Mary Hughes/ RCIA Team 8:45 AM (SN) Henry Walker/ Maria & Jay 10:30 AM (SN) People of the Parish 11:00 AM (A) John McKenna/ Wife 4:00 PM (A) Ann S. Giegguth/ Oliva Bernabei 4:30 PM (SN) People of the Parish

New Year’s Masses DECEMBER 31ST VIGIL SOLEMNITY OF

MARY, MOTHER OF GOD 4:00 P.M. – Assumption 4:30 P.M. – St. Nicholas

JANUARY 1ST SOLEMNITY OF MARY, MOTHER OF GOD 10:00 A.M. – Assumption

12:45 P.M. – Assumption (Creole) 2

A Christmas Message from Fr. Tom…

Fr. Vincent, Fr. Jon, Fr. Yvans, Deacon Mike, Deacon Frank the Parish Staff, our principal Joan Dollinger, school staff and I wish all of you a Blessed Christmas and a Happy, New Year Filled with happiness, health and peace. Just like the Posada; the journey with Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem and with His arrival and the proclamation of “Peace on Earth’, we as a parish, must humbly follow Jesus’ promise that he will come again. As we prepare to celebrate His first coming at Bethlehem, let us continue to follow the newborn baby Jesus, His light and His Message which resides here in our hearts and to keep prayer for both. Let us continually search for the good in the world and in one another. Remember Christmas is the season of Faith, Hope and Love: renewed faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, replenished hope for the New Year and rekindled love for all that is dear to us. It is not just one day a year, but is every day of our lives, that we are thankful for the birth of the baby Jesus and his return. I would like to share this small verse I found years ago. It speaks of the true spirit of Christmas and keeping Christ in it every day.

“Christmas is more than a day at the end of the year,

More than a day of joy and good cheer.

Christmas is really God’s pattern of living,

To be followed each day by unselfish giving.

Then peace on Earth will come to stay,

When we live Christmas every day.”

In closing, I would like to express my gratitude and appreciation for the cards, gifts and expressions of goodwill that I received during this most holy and glorious Christmas season. I am also grateful for your generosity at Christmas and for your prayers, offerings and sacrifices made during the past five months. I am grateful to all who dedicate their time, talent and energy to help build up our Parish family. My words cannot describe the gratitude to out Arts and environment committee who decorated the Churches this Christmas so beautifully and throughout the year; to Donna Marie Berchtold our music director and the music ministry who from the beginning of Advent with our first Cantata and this Christmas touched our spirit and uplifted our soul; to Nancy Riddell and Terri Moncrief with the children from our school and faith formation who participated in the Christmas tableau at the 4:00pm Mass; to the Eucharistic Ministers who bring Jesus and a smile to the homebound, hospitals and the residents of our local nursing homes; to our Adult Faith Formation Ministry and Prayer groups, who provide opportunities to learn more about our faith and prayer life. To our Stephen Ministry who offer compassionate outreach to those who need comfort and support. For all who participated in our giving tree, whose generosity allowed our Veterans, covenant house, women’s shelter, and families of St. Vincent De Paul to share in the joy of Christmas. To St. Vincent De Paul for all their outreach and help to the many in need throughout the year. To Maria our sacristan, altar servers, lectors, Eucharistic ministers, ministers of hospitality/ushers for making all our Christmas Masses a true celebration this year. As we move forward into 2018, let it be a year of growing new ministries such as nursing, quilting, senior care, grounds, Martha and many more. To help make our Parish and our Diocese CATHOLIC STRONG.

We are truly a blessed Parish Family of Our Lady Perpetual Help. God Bless you all.

Fr. Tom3

For Your Information

If you are new to our parish and have not registered, there are registration forms in the back of the Church. You can complete and return by way of the collection basket or stop in the parish office. Registration forms can also be found on our website. SANCTUARY CANDLE OR FLOWERS – If you wish to memorialize or honor someone by having the Sanctuary candle burn for a week, the suggested donation is $10. Flowers by the Blessed Mother are $15. Please contact the parish office for further information. PARISHIONERS & VISITORS – Temporary envelopes (envelope is labeled “Welcome”) are in the back of the church, which you can use for the collections. Additionally, if you put a check in with no envelope, your donation is recorded. MONTHLY ROSARY - First Friday of the month in the Chapel at 7:00 pm. Next gathering is Friday, January 5, 2018. All are welcome. HOMEBOUND PARISHIONERS – If you know of someone who would like to have communion brought to their home, please call the parish office. ALTAR & ROSARY SOCIETY – From September to May we meet on the second Tuesday each month at 7:00 pm in the St Nicholas rectory. For further information call Donna at 965-2740. PERPETUAL NOVENA in honor of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal – If you or a loved one is in need of healing, come and join us each Monday after the 8:00 AM Mass in the Chapel. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS – If you are interested in learning more about the Knights or would like to become a member, please email Lou Bonelli at [email protected] or for the Egg Harbor chapter email Jim McGeary at [email protected]

ARE YOU CALLED TO JOIN A MINISTRY?

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish has many ministries where you can offer your time and talents. For a complete list of ministries, please visit our website: www.OLPHparish-nj.org

Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament

Wednesdays beginning 8:30 A.M. at our Assumption site. Adoration closes

with Benediction at 6:00 pm. Volunteers are always needed, call the parish office if you can help.

Parish Membership

A good family works together and supports each other. The members of a family have to constantly work at building relationships by getting to know each other. Our parish family is no different. To be true members of our parish family we need to build relationships, work together and provide support for our mission – which is live out our discipleship in Christ.

With this understanding we can focus on the ways we are known to be a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish Family. Building relationships require telling people about ourselves. In the parish this is done by filling out a registration form. In such a large parish, registration is a practical and necessary tool for members to be known.

Working together means active inter-involvement. Being “active” in a parish family means that the individual or family attends Mass weekly, holy days, and participates in other parish activities according to need, desire, interest and availability. A member of the parish also supports the parish.

Support is given in the areas of time talent and treasure. As in all families, being present (time), offering your skills (talent) and contributing financially (treasure) are part of sharing the communal responsibilities.

If someone asks me or a member of the Parish staff if you are a member of this parish family; for instance, if you are to be a sponsor for baptism or confirmation or are planning a wedding here as your “home parish”, then we need to use the above criteria to determine your membership.

Religious Education OFFICE (609) 652-0008, ext 208

MONDAY THRU THURSDAY: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

One of the promises that parents make when having their children baptized is “accepting the responsibility of training [their child] in the practice of the faith” and it is the parents’ duty to “bring [them] up to keep God’s commandments as Christ taught us.”

This training begins in the home and the Church supports parents in this responsibility by offering Religious Education – either through a Catholic school or a Religious Education Program.

The Religious Education program here at OLPH Parish offers a variety of class meeting times and days, all meant to reinforce what your children are learning from you. Please contact our office to find out more about how we can help you nurture the gift of faith that you have accepted from God on behalf of your child. Also, if you feel the call to help support this mission of the Church as a teacher (catechist) or aide, please contact us.

Youth Ministry Are you a teen looking for an active group that enjoys fun, games, outings, and social service projects that truly impacts other’s lives? If your answer is “yes,” then look no further as OLPH has a group just for you! We believe that coming together in friendship keeps our faith strong while at the same time having fun and serving others. Our motto is definitely “the more the merrier”! If you would like to be on our email list to learn of upcoming events please email [email protected]

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Sick Calls/Hospital Visitation/Emergencies

If you know of any parishioner who is homebound and would like to regularly receive Holy Communion, we are happy to make arrangements for periodic visits by a priest and lay Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. Catholic residents of long-term care facilities within our parish boundaries are likewise visited regularly. If a loved one is admitted to any hospital, please contact the hospital’s Pastoral Care office. Each hospital has an assigned, full-time Catholic chaplain who will be certain to administer the sacrament of the sick and arrange for regular reception of Holy Communion. Our parish priests try to visit hospitalized parishioners as well, as their schedules permit. In the event of any emergency, a parish priest can be summoned to the stricken parishioner’s home. Once en route to a hospital, however, please request hospital personnel to immediately contact the chaplain.

A WORD ABOUT “THE LAST RITES” Technically speaking there is no such thing. At one time, what we practice now as the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick was offered only when a person was near death. This is why it was called, “Extreme Unction” (anointing in extreme circumstances) and commonly referred to as “last rites.” Today, any seriously ill or infirmed person can be anointed at any time; death need not be imminent. Persons scheduled for surgery likewise may be anointed before entering the hospital. The chaplain normally anoints all persons admitted to the hospital, particularly in an emergency. But when death becomes imminent, summon a priest immediately if you know the dying person has not been anointed (the chaplain, if the person is in a hospital; a parish priest if s/he is at home or a care facility within the parish boundaries). If s/he has been anointed, however, there is no need for “last rites.” The dear one has already been graced with the sacrament and is spiritually disposed to enter the presence of God.

A WORD ABOUT CREMATION Cremation of the body is an acceptable practice among Catholic faithful. However, the teaching of the Church still clearly prefers the burial or internment of the body as more in keeping with the dignity of the human body as a temple of the Holy Spirit; a body that was washed and anointed in Baptism and Confirmation, fed with the Body and Blood of Christ, and anointed in Sacrament of the Sick. If possible, cremation should occur sometime after the Funeral Mass and the remains interred at a later time. However, cremated remains may be present at the Funeral Mass and interred afterward. In keeping with respect for the human body, cremated remains are to be buried or interred in a proper cemetery. They are not to be kept in homes or sprinkled over land or water.

Baptisms, Funerals & Marriage Please visit our website: OLPHParish-nj.org for

further information and guidelines.

(RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS)

Are you thinking about coming back to church? Have you thought about completing the

Sacraments you may have missed? Have you wanted to learn more about your faith?

Classes are being held all through the year. Call the parish office for further details.

LOW-GLUTEN HOSTS are available at both of our parish's worship site s. Please see an usher 15 minutes before Mass for further instructions.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! THE ANNUAL MARCH FOR LIFE in Washington, D.C. will be on Friday, January 19, 2018 Free Buses will depart from multiple Atlantic County locations. Contacts: Matt Simons at (609) 652-2896 or Joanne Geisenhoffer at (609) 965-5071 or [email protected] (Bus courtesy of Knights of Columbus Rev. Francis P. Araneo Chapter – fare-free.

Pray For Our Sick

Let us remember the sick of our community that they may Receive healing of body, soul and spirit

Margaret Butler, Carmen Ramirez, George Link, Abel Pencheff, Joseph Banger, Carlos Rivera, Joanne Gazo, Joseph LoPiccolo, Dorothy Young, Esther Frontuto, Ronnie Garbutt Jr, John Guerra, Marcia Ireland, Nick DeMatteo, Lillian Smith, Marilyn Ann Kahill, Jay Darcey, Jackie Bauman, Rene Doan, Tom Jordan, Jr., Ashley Hoster, Victor Muzio, Joe Jezycki, Mae Larro, Misty Salbaum, Ramon Hernandez, Mary Coloche, Sheryl Soboloski, Thomas Luciano, Carol Ditmire, David Weber, Jim Mahieu, Harvey Bird III, Annette Castro, Marie Dix, Shanna Zullo, Anne Scott, Luke & Grace Colluzzi, Jason Mink, Apollinaris Almeida, Domenic Garuffi, Raymond Farrell, Mark Nagle, Thomas Bouchard, Mark Watterau, Patricia & Donald Venice, Ken Titus Sr., Patricia Harrigan, Susan Sharp, Nicholas Fabiani, Jack Rickrode, Jillian Bernath, Sam Merlino, Marie Carraro, Jeanne Carraro, Josephine Dombroski, Theresa Capella, James Morales, Rose Shairer, Betsy Barbetto & Lou Bonelli.

THE SANCTUARY CANDLES THIS WEEK

(ASSUMPTION- CHURCH) In Memory of: Anthony Lombardi

Requested by: Mom & Dad

(ST NICHOLAS - CHURCH) In Memory of: Ray Kuehner,

Ernesto & Anicasia Torres Requested by: Families 5

Anuncios Para La Comunidad Hispana Spanish Community News

BIENVENIDOS a todos de parte del Párroco Thomas Barcellona, Rev. Vincent Orum, AJ, Rev. Juan Y. Seo y todos los miembros de la Parroquia de Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro – OLPH. Iglesia San Nicolás. Gracias por su presencia.

NOTICIAS IMPORTANTES: Rectoría: (609) 652-0008

-Favor de hacer cheques a “Our Lady of Perpetual Help” o simplemente: OLPH.

1. ATENCION: Todas las intenciones de misa serán

aceptadas por una ofrenda mínima de $15.00 por cada tarjeta. Se pueden echar en la colecta con la información y dinero. Ponerle “Mass Card – Misa Hispana” afuera del sobre. Cheques a nombre de OLPH. Para más información llamen a la rectoría: 652-0008. recuerden de notar si es para difunto, enfermo, o cumpleaños, NO se permitirán peticiones el mismo día de las misas. Esto lleva todo un proceso. Para las misas de los Domingos y Martes, si tiene alguna intención, favor de enviarla por lo menos 3 semanas de anticipación, para que pueda salir en el boletín. Por favor escriba su número de teléfono por si acaso necesitan comunicarse con ustedes. Gracias

2. LECTORES Y MINISTROS EXTRAORDINARIOS: NO

SE OLVIDEN, las reuniones serán, el tercer martes de mes después de la misa para ambos. Por favor traten de asistir a estas reuniones son bien instructivas. Necesitamos que todos asistan! Si NO pueden leer los días que están asignados o participar en la eucaristía, favor de ver a Yolanda! Es bien importante que todos tengamos comunicación!

3. CONFESIONES: Serán todos los martes antes de la

misa. Sera de 5:45-6:15. Todo aquel que quiera confesarse con el padre Juan, puede hacerlo.

4. NAVIDAD & ANO NUEVO: Habrá misa

comenzando a las 10:30am, aquí en nuestra parroquia.

5. CELEBRACION DE LOS REYES MAGOS: Será el

domingo 7 de enero, habrá información más adelante.

Assumption Regional Catholic School News!

www.arcsgalloway.org – 652-7134

Dear Friends,

Peace and all good!

My mother taught me early on about the importance of story, and whether as a child, student, educator, or mom, stories have played an integral part of my life. Stories have the ability to take us places we may have only dreamed about, and they also have the incredible power to transform. One such story is Robert Munsch's, Love You Forever, a book that I read almost every night to my children. It touches to the very core of the relationship between a mother and her child (fathers as well)! Throughout the story, which chronicles a child's life, there is a repeated phrase:

I'll love you forever. I'll like you for always. As long as I'm living, my baby you'll be.

These words ran through my mind while decorating our Christmas tree this past week. With each handmade ornament from our children, I found myself repeating the words:

I'll love you forever. I'll like you for always. As long as I'm living, my baby you'll be.

It is not hard to imagine Mary saying the very same words to Jesus on the day of his birth, throughout his childhood, and at the foot of the cross:

I'll love you forever. I'll like you for always. As long as I'm living, my baby you'll be.

This Christmas may we celebrate all God's children as we remember and celebrate the birth of Emmanuel, God-With-Us.

I'll love you forever. I'll like you for always. As long as I'm living, my baby you'll be.

Christmas is a time for sharing God's love with friends and family. The Assumption Regional Catholic School family thanks you for your support during the past year. May hope, peace, joy, and love be your gift this Christmas and your blessing the year long!

Joan Dollinger

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IN 2018 WE WILL BE CATHOLIC STRONG

MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON…

SIGN UP FOR ELECTRONIC GIVING

Visit olphparish-nj.org and click on the

“Parish Giving” logo for details.

Vitality

(CATHOLIC HEALTHCARE SERVICES) Resource and Referral Help Line

for Seniors & Persons with Disabilities

Do you or someone you love need care at home? Contact the HELP Line at: 1-888-26-VITALITY (1-888-268-4825). A free and simple Gateway to help at Home for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities seeking to remain healthy, safe and secure in their homes. For more information, visit vitality.camdendiocese.org.

Three Kings Day Celebration Date: January 7, 2018 at

St. Nicholas Cafetería Time: After 10:30 Spanish Mass All invited come celebrate the

three kings.

Stephen Ministers: THE AFTER PEOPLE

People often ask, "What exactly is a Stephen Minister?" One way to put it is that Stephen Ministers are the After People.

Stephen Ministers are there:

. . . after the phone call you hoped you'd never get.

. . . after the divorce papers are served and the bottom falls out of your life.

. . . after the funeral, when everyone has left and the emotions you've held at bay come crashing in on you.

. . . after the doctor says, "I'm sorry, but there's nothing more we can do."

. . . after the nursing home director shakes your hand and says, "Welcome to your new home."

. . . after the last child honks the horn, waves, and drives away-and the house suddenly seems empty.

. . . after the gavel goes down, the handcuffs go on, and your loved one is led away.

. . . after the baby arrives, demanding more of you than you ever dreamed possible.

. . . after you find a pink slip with your final paycheck.

. . . after your family and friends have heard your story one

too many times, but you still need to talk it out.

Stephen Ministers are the "After People." They are ready to come alongside you-or your friends, neighbors, coworkers, or relatives-and provide comfort and support for as long after as needed. www.stephenministries.org For confidential assistance contact Our Lady of Perpetual Help parish office (609) 652-0008 and someone from the team will be in touch.

Collections DECEMBER 10, 2017

1st- $12,549.50 IMMACULATE CONCEPTION- $2,601.69

2nd-RETIRED RELIGIOUS- $3,475.60 7

Could God be Calling you to the Priesthood?

Come, consider the call. Father Michael Romano, Director of Vocations, is hosting a “Young Adult Priesthood Discernment Group” at Our Lady of Peace Parish Offices, 32 Carroll Avenue, Williamstown, NJ. If you are a junior or senior in High School, college student or in the professional world (up to 39 years old), and feel the possible call to the priesthood, this group can help you discern and pray with others who are also considering the priesthood. The next meeting is on:

JANUARY 14, 2018

For more information, please call the Office for Vocations at 856-583-2864 or email:

[email protected]

World Youth Day 2019 in Panama Fathers Cichoski, Kennedy and Deacon Infanti and the Diocese of Camden, are leading a Pilgrimage for those ages 18-39 from January 19-29, 2019 to World Youth Day in Panama City, Panama. This 11- day life-changing journey of faith will include praying with the Holy Father and millions of youth/young adults from around the world, as well as breath-taking trips to the rainforest, Panama Canal, Pacific Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, plus pre/post pilgrimage experiences at home only $3099 (double occupancy). Also 4 Night Papal Program available from January 24 - 28, 2019 for only $2099 (double occupancy). For itinerary and FAQ visit http://www.camdendiocese.org/world-youth-day- 2019/ or call 856-583-2908 for more information.

MLK BLOOD DRIVE: Honor the Dream! Give blood on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Mon., Jan., 15, at three locations: St. Josephine Bakhita Parish/St. Bartholomew Church, 751 Kaighns Avenue, Camden, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Christ Our Light Parish, 402 N. Kings Highway, Cherry Hill, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. and St. Bridget Church, 125 Church St., Glassboro, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Register online at redcrossblood.org or call Betty Atkins at (609) 413-1701 for the Camden and Cherry Hill sites. Call James E. Andrews at (856) 583-2907 for the Glassboro site.

A RETREAT FOR TEACHERS FEBRUARY 16 - 18, 2018

Marianist Family Retreat Center Cape May Point, NJ 08212This retreat, intended for educators of all levels, will provide time to recharge through prayer, reflection and sharing. This weekend will be led by educators and will offer opportunities to be spiritually renewed for the road ahead. Our time will include daily Eucharist, prayer services,I ndividual and group reflection time, and free time to experience the wonders of the beach in winter!Cost: $135 per person, double occ. Register at: www.capemaymarianists.org or call 609-884-3829Some financial aid is available

“Facetime” With God- Deacon Anthony Infanti will explore the use of icons and prayer in communicating with God. Tuesday, January 9,2018 at Tir Na Nog, 482 E. Evesham Road, Cherry Hill from 7 - 9 p.m. Theology on Tap is a great chance for 20 & 30 somethings to hear dynamic speakers and engage in meaningful conversation in a relaxed and casual atmosphere. For more info [email protected], or join "Theology on Tap - South Jersey" on Facebook or follow "Theology on Tap SJ" on Twitter.

A CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR MARRIED COUPLES: Couples…want to give each other something really special this Christmas? How about a gift filled with Romance and Excitement? That's just the beginning of what you will receive on a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next weekends are Feb 9-11 and Mar 23-25, 2018. Call 609-741-8012. For information email: [email protected]. Visit our website: wwme-southjersey.org.

CATHOLIC CAMPUS MINISTRY AT RUTGERS CAMDEN

Father Kristof Wtorek and Sister Dorothy Giloley SSJ are working with the students to form a Newman Club (Catholic Campus Ministry). We would like to invite any undergrad or graduate student at Rutgers Camden to join us! Please contact us at: Fr. Kristof : [email protected] Sr.Dorothy: [email protected]

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TRANSFER GRANT PROGRAM

TRANSFER GRANT PROGRAM: New families registering their students in grades 1-7 will receive the following reductions for the first year (based on 2017-2018 tuition rates):

First child current tuition $4,950 - $1,500 (grant) = $3,450 for the year or ~$345 for 10 months Second child current tuition $3,950 - $1,190 (grant) = $2,760 for the year or ~$276 for 10 months Third child + current tuition $3,330 - $990 (grant) = $2,340 for the year or ~$234 for 10 months

Students must be transferring from a public school or are currently home schooled!

Students will also receive an additional reduction for the second year: $750 for the first child - $594 for the second child - $495 for third plus child

Families receiving this grant may also apply for our confidential financial assistance program.

Families interested in learning about the high quality education your student can receive at ARCS for PreK – 8th grade or to schedule a tour call (609) 412-2321 or email [email protected].

• Student Curriculum Exceeds NJ Standards • Low Student to Teacher Ratio • Accelerated Math Courses Grades 6-8 • Transportation from 7 School Districts • Extracurricular Sports & Clubs • Before School Care & After School Care

CREATE, INSPIRE, and NURTURE an environment that embraces GOSPEL VALUES, and meets the academic

needs of each student for the growth of our school community.

Join us for our upcoming Open House: January 20th at 10am

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Kids Christmas Corner

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GOD BLESS

AMERICA

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