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HIS WORD TODAY
by Rev. William J. Reilly
The Dedication
of the Lateran Basilica
November 9, 2014
“You are God’s building. Thanks
to the favor God showed me I
laid a foundation as a wise
master- builder might do, and
now someone else is building
upon it. Everyone, however, must
be careful how he builds. No one
can lay a foundation other than
the one that has been laid,
namely Jesus Christ…Are you
not aware that you are the
temple of God, and that the
Spirit of God dwells in you?”
The church we reflect upon today,
a major basilica in Rome, is called
‘the mother of all the churches of
Rome and the world.’ It has a
special place in the history of the
church.
We move from a physical building
and are reminded by St. Paul that
we too are temples of the Spirit.
We are God’s dwelling among His
people. The words of John’s gospel
‘and the Word became flesh and
He dwelt among us’ speak not only
of Mary and the Incarnation, but
also of the reality, that God lives in
and among us.
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How meaningful as we read these
words is the fact that the person
sitting and praying next to us, is a
temple of God’s Spirit. How
challenging for us to recognize the
presence of the Lord in those of our
family, those with whom we work.
How beautiful we are as we reflect
with Paul that ‘I live, now, not I,
but Christ lives in me.’
As I spend time in prayer, whether
in a magnificent cathedral or
humble chapel, the fact is that the
Lord is present and that is what
really matters. As I spend time with
family and friends, and recognize
the presence of the Lord in every
individual that is what really
matters. The next time I pass a
church, may I remember that His
dwelling is there and also with me.
In the words of Oscar Romero,
Christ is the Master builder, we are
the ministers.
CHURCH OF ST. DENIS
MANASQUAN, NEW JERSEY
STAFF
Very Reverend Edward H. Blanchett, VF, Pastor Sr. Josephine Wade, S.S.J. Pastoral Associate
Rev. Michael J. Lynch, Parochial Vicar
Mrs. Trudy Bonavita, School Principal
Rev. Joseph Miele, Weekend Assistant
Ms. Barbara Evans, Director of Rel. Ed.
Rev. Msgr. Frederick Valentino, Weekend Assisitant Mrs. Betsy Rice, Administrative Assistant
Rev. Msgr. Casimir Ladzinski, Weekend Assisitant Miss. Jill Ramme, Director of Music Ministry
Mr. George R. Kelder. Jr., Deacon
Mr. Denis Campbell, Trustee
Mr. Gary J. Pstrak, Deacon
Mr. Gregory W. Boyle, Trustee
BEACH CHAPEL ........... 554 East Main Street
RECTORY ........................ 90 Union Avenue ......... 732-223-0287 ...... FAX ...................... 732-528-1901
CONVENT ........................ 117 Virginia Avenue ... 732-292-0772
SCHOOL ............................ 119 Virginia Avenue ... 732-223-4928 ..... CCD OFFICE ... 732-223-1161
ST. DENIS CONFERENCE OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY .......................... 732-223-1383
E-MAIL ADDRESS .............................................................................. st.denis@verizon.net
WEB PAGE ADDRESS ..........................................................http://www.churchofstdenis.org
MASS SCHEDULE:
Weekday Masses: 7:30 AM– St. Denis Church
Saturday: 8:30 AM – St. Denis Church
Saturday Evening: 4:30 PM (fulfills Sunday obligation)- St. Denis Church
Sunday: 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM & 11:00 AM- St. Denis Church
Sunday: 10:00 AM - Our Lady Star of the Sea Chapel
Holy Days: Evening before: 7:00 PM & day of: 7:30 AM & 9:00 AM-St. Denis Church
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Every Saturday from 3:15 until 4:00 PM - St. Denis
Church. Also by appointment.
MIRACULOUS MEDAL DEVOTIONS: Tuesday morning after the 7:30 AM Mass-St. Denis Church
BAPTISM: The sacrament of Baptism is celebrated on the second and fourth Sundays of the month at
12:15 pm at St. Denis Church. Parents must complete the required preparation with the priest or deacon
and obtain godparent eligibility letters before a date for Baptism will be given. Please call the rectory for
further details.
MARRIAGE: All couples contemplating marriage are asked to give the priests one year prior notice in
order that all the requirements for marriage can be satisfied. Either the bride or groom must be a
registered and active member of St. Denis prior to setting a wedding date. There are no weddings
permitted on Sundays. Do not reserve the reception hall before contacting the church; your requested date
may not be available. There are no weddings at Our Lady Star of the Sea Beach Chapel.
CARE OF THE SICK AND HOMEBOUND: We will gladly bring Holy Communion to anyone who
is ill or otherwise unable to get to Mass. Please call the rectory to make arrangements. The priests and
deacon make regular visits to the local hospitals. Please call the rectory if any loved one is hospitalized.
RITE OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL: At such times of deep pain and loss, we seek to offer our bereaved
families comfort and hope as they commend their loved ones to God. Please note that, in accordance with
Church regulations, eulogies are not permitted during Funeral Masses.
RECTORY OFFICE HOURS: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
There are no office hours on Saturday & Sunday. Evenings are by appointment only.
NEW PARISHIONERS: Welcome! We encourage new families moving into the area to stop in or call
the rectory to arrange for registration.
CELIAC SPRUE PARISHIONERS – Saint Denis provides a low gluten (<0.01% gluten content)
host. Parishioners who are gluten-intolerant should see a deacon or priest prior to the start of Mass in
order to be included in the reception of the Eucharist.
VISIT US ON FACEBOOK- Saint Denis Parish Facebook page: www.facebook.com/churchofstdenis.
You don't need to have a Facebook account to read parish news and updates, but would need one to leave
comments and feedback.
St. Denis Church
732-223-0287
Saturday, November 8, 2014
4:30 pm All Souls Novena
Sunday, November 9, 2014
8:00 am All Souls Novena
9:30 am All Souls Novena
10:00 am For the People of the Parish
11:00 am All Souls Novena
Monday, November 10, 2014
7:30 am All Souls Novena
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
7:30 am The Intentions of Claire Cox
r/b Robert & Linda Cox
7:30 am Walter & Virginia Broderick
r/b Family
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
7:30 am Frank Falco
r/b Justin & Allison Spillane
7:30 am Dennis DeSena
r/b Nick Prospero
Thursday, November 13, 2014
7:30 am Albert F. Weierman, Jr.
r/b Family
7:30 am Richard Reilly
r/b Ginger Coester
Friday, November 14, 2014
7:30 am Virginia & Angelo Taborelli
r/b Family
7:30 am Charles Nielsen
r/b Daughter
Saturday, November 15, 2014
8:30 am Blanche Wilgan
r/b Prince Family
8:30 am Rosemary Morse
r/b Cathy Wolfe
our military, especially Marine Lance
Corporal Matthew Ward Simpson, Army
Second Lieutenant Christopher Cauda,
Army Captain Matthew Cauda, Navy LL.
Edward P. Windas, Marine Lance Corporal Laura Licata, Contractor Benjamin
Ostrow, Air Force First Lieutenant David
Smith, Army PV2 Bernard Gowen, Senior Airman John J. Kosequat, Navy HM3 Kevin John Kircher,
Army Captain Sean Fessenden, Navy Captain Colin S. Walsh,
Army Captain Dr. Justin Eisenman, Cadet Brian Quinn at West
Point, Air Force Captain Gregory Cappuzzo, Navy E4 Patrick
Moynihan, Private David J. Dunfee, and Cadet Dominic Celiano at the U.S. Air Force Academy.
November 9, 2014
especially Mary Moran, Steve Ford, Elizabeth
Ann Linden, Peggy Andriach, Mary Damico,
Eileen Byrne, Amanda Castro, Dolores
Palmisano, Holly Boyd, Mary Conlon, Jillian
Zito, Jennifer Zito, Albert Wood, Josephine
Triggiano, Maiya Andrews, Velma Andrews,
Marie Gallagher, Stella Thompson, Katie Holbrook, Claire
Meachum, Mike Pierce, Thomas Hayes, Jr., Kenneth Mount,
Baby Kevin Farmer, Jr., Thomas Evans, Catherine O’Connor,
Edith Bean, Phyllis Van Salders, Joanne Panzarella, Baby
Audrey Esquieres, Taryn Rotondi, Joseph Sipley, Kathy Wicks,
Michael McNulty, Brendan Malley, Mary Grace Martone, Colleen Grady, Rich Koch, John Koch, Dr. Henry Sprance, Mary
Jane Schaaf, Edna Moore, Pat Monahan, Lisa Pirrello, Diane
Werfel, Fred Gearing, Joseph Bick, Mary Collins, Ken
Kleinlein, Robert Kelleher, Lisa Olivera, Toni Kovak, Pastor
Gerald Schenck, Sonya Stevenson, Stephen Byrne, Denise
Frank, Thomas Meli, Lucy Falco, Marie Tashjian, Mary Knox,
Peggy Moore, Elaine Smith, Allaire Papac, Angeline Hart,
Joan Tumbas, Joan Ciser, Bobbie Banks-Grove, Cathleen
Brenner, Baby Cayden, Sondra Thompson, Mary Cramer, Florence McManus, Dominic Desaro, Daniel Mount, Matthew
Dietz, Patricia Mayer, Joe Borio, the Nesbitts, the Pilots, and
the Campbells.
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Karen Conway & Christopher Rutledge
Virginia Jahnke & Francis Gallagher
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE DECEASED
especially Michele Markland, Frances Drewes,
and Roseline Kaminski.
MASS INTENTIONS for the weekend, as well as the coming week, can be found on our parish website. The bulletin is
posted on the website on Friday mornings. To see the list of
intentions visit www.churchofstdenis.org and click on the
“weekly bulletin” link.
SAINT DENIS PRAYER GROUP– The Prayer Group meets
at 12:00 noon each Monday in St. Denis Church. There are no
meetings on holidays. All are welcome
WEEK OF NOVEMBER 9, 2014
IN LOVING MEMORY OF
ROCCO ZITO
REQUESTED BY
HIS WIFE
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BLOOD DRIVEThe Knights of Columbus Council 3231 will sponsor a Blood Drive on Sunday, November 16, 2014,
9:00 am-2:00 pm in the St. Denis School cafeteria.
Donors must present a signature ID, drink water
before donating, be healthy, 17 years of age and older, and
weigh at least 120 lbs. For questions or to schedule your donation appointment, please call Joe Tully at 732-223-6656. Walkin donors are welcome, too. Thank you in advance for saving
lives!
ST. DENIS SENIORS– The next meeting for the Seniors of
Saint Denis will be held on Wednesday, November 19th at
12:00 noon in Msgr. O’Connor Hall. At that gathering, a turkey dinner will be served after the prayer and business meeting.
The cost is $15. Please call the rectory at 732-223-0287 to
RSVP. Bring a dessert to share with others.
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS, COURT ST. DENIS will meet
on Thursday, November 13, 2014 at 7:00 pm in Msgr. O’Connor Hall. Members will enjoy a covered dish Thanksgiving
Dinner. Donations for Project Handclasp and canned fruit for
our food pantry will be collected at the meeting.
SAVE THE DATE: December 6th & 7th– Annual CDA
Christmas Flower & Wreath Sale after all Masses!
CINDERELLA CHEESE CAKE ORDERS-The Catholic
Daughters thank all parishioners and friends who supported
their recent fundraiser by ordering cheesecakes. Orders will be
available for pick-up Wednesday, Nov. 19th, 3:30-7:00 pm, in
Msgr. O’Connor Hall.
FREE THANKSGIVING MEAL FOR
SENIORS- Harrigan’s Pub in Sea Girt is
again hosting a free dinner for seniors on
Thanksgiving Day at noon. A full, sit-down
meal will be served. The Knights of Columbus are coordinating the annual event and will provide rides if
needed. Please call Bob Phelan 732-681-1126 for reservations
and rides.
NOVEMBER 2, 2014
1st Collection
Average envelope donation
Electronic giving
2nd collection (Assessments)
$14,496.00
$23.10
A Word From Father EdYou may have heard the recent story about Brittany
Maynard, the 29-year old newlywed diagnosed with an
inoperable brain tumor and given a prognosis of 6 months
to live, with significant loss of function beforehand. She
and her family had moved from California to Oregon in
order to take advantage of the state’s infamous “Death
with Dignity” law. Despite the pleas of many people, including Philip Johnson who is a Catholic seminarian suffering from the same affliction, Brittany took her own life
on November 1st using a doctor-prescribed treatment.
Some people have described this act as one of bravery,
in which a young person ended her life on her own terms.
However, the Church expresses serious concern of this
standpoint: “Everyone is responsible for his life before
God who has given it to him. It is God who remains the
sovereign Master of life. We are obliged to accept life
gratefully and preserve it for his honor and the salvation of
our souls. We are stewards, not owners, of the life God has
entrusted to us. It is not ours to dispose of. Suicide contradicts the natural inclination of the human being to preserve
and perpetuate his life. It is gravely contrary to the just
love of self. It likewise offends love of neighbor because it
unjustly breaks the ties of solidarity with family, nation,
and other human societies to which we continue to have
obligations. Suicide is contrary to love for the living
God” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraphs 2280
and 2281).
Of course, no one asks to suffer and suffering in itself is
not a good thing. However, the value of human life is
something beyond any possible price as a most special gift
from God. If we or someone we love finds themselves in
such as situation, either physically or psychologically, we
are called by Christ to follow his example of true courage
in the face of death: the way of the Cross, which can ultimately offer salvation to all brave enough to walk it. Yes,
at such times we make use of all reasonable means for
palliative care, but also we do so with recognition and respect for the ultimate dignity of our lives as seen in the
light of God.
For Brittany, and all those who have made such a
choice, we commend to God’s love and mercy. As the
Church also says: “We should not despair of the eternal
salvation of persons who have taken their own lives. By
ways known to Him alone, God can provide the opportunity for salutary repentance. The Church prays for persons
who have taken their own lives” (Catechism, 2283).
$902.00
$4,558.00
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Some bills paid this week:
Religious Education Materials
$1,923.46
Lawn Service
$1,690.60
ONLINE GIVING- To help support our parish
more easily we offer Online Giving! For additional information or to sign up, go to our parish Website www.churchofstdenis.org and click
on “Online Giving”. For those who wish to use
the online giving service but do not have Internet access, please contact the Parish Office at
732-223-0287 for assistance.
BAPTISMAL PREPARATION TEAM- Deacon George is
currently seeking young couples who attend weekend Mass on
a regular basis along with their children to supplement the parish Baptismal Preparation Team. The couples assist Deacon
George and fellow clergy with both our monthly preparation
class (held the fourth Monday of each month at 7:30 pm) and
the twice monthly Sacrament of Baptism (on the second and
fourth Sunday of each month beginning at 12 noon). If you are
interested and could spare no more than 90 minutes two Monday evenings during the upcoming year and an additional 90
minutes over four Sunday afternoons in 2015 please leave your
name and number with the rectory 732-223-0287 for a followup conversation. Thank you for considering this rewarding ministry to our new parents.
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA)
If you know of someone who has a desire to become a Catholic
or who has shown interest in knowing more about the Catholic
faith please call Sister Josephine at 732-223-0287. Too, if you
have not received all the Sacraments of Initiation, namely Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion, know that you also
may come on Tuesday evenings to begin the process of receiving each sacrament. If perchance you have any questions about
the process, call Sister at the above number.
SPIRITUAL ADOPTION~
WEEK 5
“Thank you for praying for me.
Things are really starting to
happen now… My arms and legs
are budding. I have an umbilical cord through which my wastes are removed,
and my mommy supplies me with oxygen and nutrients. Most of my organs are beginning to develop
and my lungs are starting to appear. All four heart
chambers are functioning and my blood is pumping.
If you listen real close, you can hear my 1st heart
beat! With each beat of my heart I say, ‘I love
You God!’
Please say a prayer for my mom & dad too. I
love them both so very much!”
If you would like to join our Parish family by Spiritually
Adop ng a baby whose life may be in danger, please contact Rachel Hendricks 732-223-1658… Everyone is welcome to pray with us for these precious babies and their
moms and dads too!
ST. DENIS SCHOOL 2014-2015 REGISTRATION
for Pre-K through 8th grade is taking place at the
school. St. Denis School offers full-day kindergarten,
full-day and half-day options for Pre-K, aftercare until
6:00 pm, as well as busing to Wall, Brick, and Point Pleasant.
Known for its academic excellence, individualized attention,
faith formation, and family atmosphere, St. Denis School also
offers an allergy-friendly lunch program, a varied curriculum
that includes music, art, computers, and languages, a strong
athletics program, and technologically-advanced classrooms.
An Open House is conducted every Wednesday from 9:00 am–
12:00 noon. For information call 732-223-4928 or visit
www.stdenisonline.org.
AN INVITATION FOR STUDENTS IN NON-CATHOLIC
SCHOOLS-Transfer Grant Program—Saint Denis School
Year 2014-2015- In this “Year of the Faith” Saint Denis
School brings an opportunity to educate more families in the
faith-filled environment. The SDS Transfer Grant Program is
available to students enrolled in a non-Catholic school who
wish to receive a faith-based education and transfer to Saint
Denis School. Families with students currently entering Grades
1-7 in a Non-Catholic School, can receive a $1500 tuition grant
per family for their first year, when they transfer to Saint Denis
School. Please call 732-223-4928 for an appointment.
SAINT DENIS RAFFLE WINNERS– Thank you to all who
supported the Saint Denis Raffle. The three lucky winners
were: 1st place-Susan Lepis $7,400, 2nd place- Joan Schuler
$3,700 & 3rd place– Dara Provda $1,200. Proceeds from the
raffle will benefit the children of Saint Denis School. We appreciate the continuing support of our parishioners and friends!!
TASTEFUL TREASURES is our new St. Denis cookbook.
We have compiled 350 truly delicious recipes from our St.
Denis families and friends for all to enjoy for only $10. They
are also available in the school or rectory office. Please stop by
or give them a call during regular business hours. The rectory
phone is 732-223-0287 and the school is 732-223-4928.
GIVE YOURSELF A PRESENT THIS CHRISTMAS! You
can win some extra shopping money if you buy one of three
lucky winning tickets in the VFW Post 1838’s SUPER 50/50
Drawing to be held on December 7, 2014 at the Post home.
Grand prize is $10,000, 2nd prize is $3,000 and 3rd prize is
$2,000. All you need is to purchase a $100 ticket to get on Lady Luck’s good side and win BIG!! Only 300 tickets will be
sold. You get them after all Masses on the weekend of November 29 &30. Or, you can call the Post at 732-292-0200 and you
will be mailed as many as you want. All proceeds will benefit
the VFW Annex Building. Good luck!
SILENT NIGHT CARD CONTEST– BonVenture, our bulletin company, is sponsoring a contest for children ages 3-17.
Using an 8 1/2 x 11 sheet of paper folded in half, design a special Christmas card with a picture of the night Jesus was born.
Don’t forget to write a message inside the card! You could win
a $100 American Express Gift Check. There will be 5 categories and a winner will be selected from each. All entries must
be received by BonVenture by Nov. 21st. Winners will be notified by mail. Entries may be used in BonVenture products
and services. Please stop by the rectory office during regular
business hours to pick up an entry form.
VETERANS DAY– The Rectory Office will be
closed Tuesday, November 11, 2014 in observance of
Veterans Day. The office will reopen Wednesday,
November 12, 2014 at 8:30 am. We offer heartfelt
appreciation and sincere thanks to all our veterans!
DOVES TEEN 2015 SERVICE TRIP- Have a desire to serve
others while making new friends and enriching your
faith? Then the DOVES teen mission trip is for you! A limited number of places remain for the DOVES 2015 service trip
to Richmond, Virginia from June 28-July 3, 2015. Students and
chaperones “camp” in a local school for the week, assisting
needy residents and community organizations with painting,
gardening, cleanup and other projects. This eighth annual trip
is open to students who will be in ninth grade or higher in fall
2015. The cost is $440, including meals, lodging and transportation. For more information, contact Patricia Donovan, 732528-7347 or email donsquan4@gmail.com
RUN!!! (as in “Fun Run”)-Attention parishioners, school
alumni, runners and non-runners: St. Denis School is sponsoring a fun run in Manasquan for All Souls Day 2015. We need
your energy and enthusiasm to help us prepare an event to inspire your soul-and your sole! Can you help us out? Experience
is welcome, of course, but not necessary. For information or to
volunteer, contact Theresa Karron at 914-960-9214 or tkarrom@gmail.com.
CATHOLIC WOMEN OF ZION-CHAPTER 1– All women
are invited to a Retreat Day at St. William the Abbot Church in
Howell. The day consists of Mass, prayer, music, a speaker,
sharing, networking, and prayers for healing. Father Thomas
Maher invites us to join him as he shares “Martha & Mary: An
Image of Women in Prayer”-Part II. Date: Saturday, November 15, 2014 Time: 9:00 am-1:00 pm Mass: 9:00 am Admission is $20 and includes lunch. For reservations call 732-3630139, ext. 777 by Tuesday, November 11th or register online at
CWOZ.ORG.
FAITH IN ACTION- Have you r eceived hope, comfor t and
love at a time in your life when you needed it most? Do you
feel it’s time to give to others the blessings you have received? There are hospice patients in your area that would benefit greatly from your companionship and encouragement. As a
VITAS volunteer you would be trained in how to work with
hospice patients and their families. Your assignments would
suit your schedule and your location. Find out more about our
amazing team of caring VITAS volunteers by calling Rev. Fred
Whitehurst at VITAS Innovative Hospice Care® of Jersey
Shore at 732-389-0066.
NJ HOPELINE
Suicide is NOT the answer!
If you need help, call the NJ Hopeline at 855-654-6735.
This helpline is based in New Jersey,
staffed by trained professionals, and available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year!
CHILDREN’S CHOIR-If your child is
interested in singing in the St. Denis Children’s Choir, please email Jill Ramme at
JillRamme@gmail.com, or come see her
after the 9:30 am or 11:00 am Mass. Rehearsals will begin November 12, 2014,
7:00-7:30 pm in the church.
SAINT DENIS EMERGENCY FOOD PANTRYThrough our St. Denis, St. Vincent de Paul Conference, we
have started an emergency food pantry here at St. Denis
Church. The food pantry will operate every Tuesday afternoon
from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm and the 4th Saturday of every month
from 10:00 am to 12 noon in Msgr. O'Connor Hall. Entry to
the Food Pantry will be the down staircase on the side of the
Church. Our neighbors that stop in for food assistance will be
required to show ID. If you need assistance or know of someone who needs assistance please stop by our Food Pantry or
call our hotline: 732-223-1383. Also we will operate at random
hours to assist a neighbor in need that cannot show up during
our normal operating hours. DONATIONS– Items needed at
this time are paper towels, toilet tissue, dish detergent, laundry
detergent, napkins and canned fruit. Parishioners are asked to
place their non-perishable food and travel size toiletry donations into the shopping cart that is now located in the gathering
space at the stairwell to Msgr. O'Connor Hall. Please do not
leave food at the Chapel. Please check the expir ation dates
of your donations, as we cannot use expired items. Thank you!
FOOD PANTRY HOURS:
EVERY TUESDAY: 1:00 – 3:00 PM
&
EVERY 4TH SATURDAY: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
***SPECIAL THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY HOURS ***
MONDAY, 11/24/14 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
ST. DENIS CHURCH
THE SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
In today’s Gospel Jesus challenges us to “stay
awake” by taking time to seriously look at ourselves, the
priorities of our lives, and how we are growing spiritually.
Ask yourself “What would Jesus Christ do?” and then
give your gift to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul so that
those who are suffering will be able to celebrate Thanksgiving.
The St. Denis Conference of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul serves everyone living in the parish neighborhood, whether they are parishioners or not, since all
are joined together through the realities of creation and
redemption. Our Conference recognizes our responsibility toward all our neighbors as brothers and sisters in
Christ. If you need assistance please call our hotline:
732-223-1383.
Our next general meeting will be Tuesday, November
18, 2014 at 7:00 pm in Msgr. O'Connor Hall. The St.
Denis Conference of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
has its general meetings at 7:00 pm the first and third
Tuesdays of every month. All are welcome to attend.
Discovering hope and joy in the Catholic faith.
November 2014
Stewardship is giving thanks
St. Andrew Dung-Lac
St. Andrew could also be the
patron of the
persecuted. In 1785,
he was born in
Vietnam to a
poor family.
He converted,
and became a
Catholic priest
assigned to the missions. He
was swept up in the terrible
religious persecution of the
emperor, Minh-Meng. St.
Andrew and his companions
were arrested and tortured to
force them to renounce their
faith. They refused and were
martyred. Today, such religious
persecution continues in many
parts of the world.
Catholic Guilt
Popular culture often refers
negatively to “Catholic guilt,”
implying that Catholics are
weighed down by an
unfortunate awareness of
having done wrong. Sincerely
acknowledging true guilt is the
first step toward forgiveness.
God, the Partner
When David faced
insurmountable odds against
the Philistines, he turned to
God for help. He asked if he
should fight, he
followed instructions
carefully, and he gave
God credit for
his victory.
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For many Catholics, we think
seriously about stewardship when our
parish or diocese raises money but
real stewardship is about
becoming more fulfilled
and having a greater
sense of purpose. It is
giving back to God in
gratitude for his gifts. And
while it’s not just about
money, good stewards
have all the money
they need.
God’s
family
comes first.
All families
come together
in love to care for each other,
enjoy each other, and support each
other. In God’s family, we come
together in his love to care for each
other, enjoy each other, and support
each other. As good stewards, we meet
the needs of God’s family first, before
we spend time or money on anything
else.
Find your place. Ask God to help
you discern and learn your place in
his family. What are you to do with
your gifts?
Take your
seat at the
table. Find out
where you can
put your talents
to work in your
parish. Talk with
your pastor, with
the rectory staff,
and with parish
leaders.
Think before
spending. Before you commit
your time or money to any purpose,
make sure you have taken care of the
needs of God’s family first. Everything
we have and everything we are comes
from God. He deserves the best we
have to give in return.
Why do Catholics offer
Masses for the dead?
Judas Maccabee ordered
prayers and sacrifices for
Jewish soldiers who died
in sin (2 Maccabees
12:38-46). St. Paul prayed
for Onesiphorus after his
death (2 Timothy 1:18).
Catholics believe that prayers
and sacrifices benefit the
dead.
When we die in God’s
friendship we eventually go to
Heaven, but if we haven’t
properly atoned for certain
sins we have to be purified
in Purgatory first. We pray
for the souls in Purgatory
to help them pass through
faster than they would
otherwise.
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phone 732-974-2929
Flowers & Gifts
Joanne Botwinick, GRI
Sales Associate
jbotwinick@dianeturton.com
Office: 732-292-1400 · Cell: 732-236-3350
Call for Complimentary Market Analysis
DIETRICH OPTICIANS
732-223-5565
Peter A. Goetz TD1852
Air • Cruise • Caribbean • Exotics •Europe
Disney Authorized Specialist
134-136 Main St., Manasquan
Eye Exams By Independent Doctor of Optometry
Eyeglasses - Eye Exams - Accessories
Voted Best Travel Agency 2008-2012
2175 Hwy. 35 Sea Girt, NJ 08750
Lic #. 6916
TRIPS & TOURS TRAVEL
304 Union Ave. · Brielle
Pharmacist
Residential ~ Commercial
24 Hour Emergency
39 SOUTH STREET
MANASQUAN
Wedding & Sympathy
Flowers
Mariposa • Peggy Karr
Jim Shore
123 Main Street
Family Eyecare
732-223-2020
LYNNETTE E. BRENNAN, ESQ.
SUSAN M. MARKENSTEIN, ESQ.
Elder Law/Medicaid Applications · Estate Administration/Probate
Wills/Powers of Attorney/ Living Wills/Trusts
POINT PLEASANT - WHITING AREAS
Home, Weekend & Evening Appointments Available
LEBrennanEsq@comcast.net · 732-350-7800
732-528-0300
BROGAN LAW GROUP
Robert Brogan, Esq.
 Wills & Trusts
 Estate Planning
 Asset Protection
 Special Needs Planning
 Medicaid Planning
www.bouquetstoremember.com
EMERALD EYES
THE OPTICAL BOUTIQUE
Dr. Sean Patrick Phibbs, O.D.
Rt. 71 & Sea Girt Ave. · Sea Girt
3728 River Road, Pt. Pleasant, NJ 08742
732-701-9999
974-EYES
Over
20 Years
Serving The
Community
Family Owned
Now Hiring
RNs, LPNs,
CNAs
All Shifts
NURSING, REHABILITATION
& ASSISTED LIVING
175 Bartley Road • Jackson, New Jersey 08527
Dawn Gural 732-370-4700 x315
dgural@bartleyhealthcare.com
$49
95
A $250
VALUE!
HEATING
• AIR CONDITIONING
$150.00 DONATION TO ST. DENIS
FOR EVERY NEW HEATING OR A/C UNIT PURCHASED.
JUST SHOW THIS AD AT TIME OR PURCHASE.
732-223-8221 • WWW.TOMROSTRON.COM
HarDIe
WINDOWs & sIDING
Insulated Vinyl Siding & Vinyl Replacement Windows
Serving The Shore
Area Since 1970
SENIOR CITIZEN
A Family Business
All Work Owner Supervised From Start To Finish
SPECIAL
A Complete Client List Furnished With Estimates
INSULATING No Subcontracting
WINDOWS
No Salesman
PERSONAL TAX PREPARATION Will Vouch For Our Integrity & Reliabilty
813 MaIN sTreeT · aVON · 732-988-2522 FULLY INSURED
ONE LOW PRICE EVERY YEAR
Kerrigan Electric William Skillender Tax Advisory
(732) 615-0005
Federal & State Tax Returns,
Includes All Schedules & E-Filing
FREE ESTIMATES!
732-722-7888
Specials on Generators
License & Permit No. 10837
www.kerriganelectric.com
718 UNION AVENUE · BRIELLE, NJ 08730
Our Goal is to serve our Valued Customers the highest quality
products at family prices in a clean, casual atmosphere.
OPEN 7 DAYS 11AM-10PM • FREE DELIVERY
Catering & Private Party Room ~ 20-50 • BYOB
732-528-5566
www.jimmyspizzasubs.com
301 Union Ave., Rt. 71, Brielle, NJ
A PLACE FOR EVERYTHING
Home & Office Organization
FREE 1 Hour Consult ($75.00 Value!)
DONNA BALKOVIC - PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZER
630-212-1048
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H84846 (JR) - St. Denis, Manasquan, NJ
TM
FITNESS IN THERAPY
Free Transportation
Tim McElduff, PT
POOL THERAPY
2164 Hwy. 35, Bldg. C · Sea Girt
732.974.1313
www.fitnessintherapy.com
NOW
AVAILABLE
AT
216 MAIN STREET | AVON, NJ | 732.774.9400
SUNNYSIDE MANOR
A Small Private Nursing & Residential Facility
Located in a Residential Area
Lakewood Rd. & Ramshorn Dr. • Manasquan • 528-9311
FOR ADVERTISING INFORMATION CALL: (800) 883-4343 • BON VENTURE SERVICES, LLC • P.O. Box 850, Flanders, N.J. 07836
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ORENDER FAMILY HOME
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Family Owned & Operated · We Care for Every Family as Our Own
100% Handicapped Accessible · Parking for 90 Cars
Home-Like Atmosphere · Children's Activities Room
Parishioner of St. Denis Church
"As owner, I personally involve myself with every family"
(732) 528-5500
Kevin P. Orender, Mgr.
NJ Lic.# 4390
www.OrenderFamilyHome.com • 2643 Old Bridge Road, Manasquan
Martin
Interiors
Hunter Douglas Window Fashions
Pleated Shades · Blinds · Verticals
Martin J. Roddy
chocolate
bar
chocolate, coffee, brownies,
gifts & dessert catering
140 main street on parker ave
65% - 75% Off · 280-2565
732.292.4500
JOHN R. KUKUCKA, D.M.D.
LOURO MUSIC
Periodontics including Dental Implants
and Periodontal Plastic Surgery
Private Music Lessons
Piano · Voice · Violin
(N.J. Specialty Lic. #3253)
~ Cynthia Louro ~
2605 Hwy. 35 · Manasquan
732-223-6000
Michelle Schneider
Parishioner/Realtor®
Zach Shore Properties O: 732-449-0707
“Number one in getting it done!”
520 Washington Blvd., Sea Girt
C: 732-673-6120
Dr. Adam Glantzman
FAMILY CHIROPRACTOR
Steaks & Seafood
SUNDAY BRUNCH STARTING SEPTEMBER 21st 10:30-3:00PM
LOBSTER SPECIALTIES EVERY MONDAY BEGINNING AT 5:30
CATERING AND PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE AT 732-681-7680
OR GO ONLINE TO: MATISSEBELMAR.COM FOR RESERVATIONS
We Are Now At 1000 Main Street · Downtown Belmar
Come to us for your pain
Stay with us for your health
28 Union Ave., Manasquan
223-0677
Mueller's Garage
732-829-0597
A Full Service Collision &
Mechanical Repair Shop
732-223-3750
1915 ATLANTIC AVENUE
Dr. John P. Little
Dr. John L. Little
Dr. Mary Russo
Dr. Timothy Moriarty
Family Dentistry ~ Children and Adults
Open Three Nights until 9:00 PM
Insurance Plans Welcome
johnlittledds.com
Sea Girt 732-449-6564
Angerico's
· ITALIAN SPECIALTIES ·
BREADS • SANDWICHES
SALADS • HOT FOOD
HOMEMADE
SAUCES • PASTA • SOUPS
Fresh Baked Bread - Build Your Own Salad
BRAND COLD CUTS
CATERING • 732-528-0007
"Serving All of Your Lighting Needs"
Specializing in Repairs
Brass Polishing • Refurbishing
126 Main St. · Manasquan
732-223-6114
2028 Hwy 35
Wall, NJ 07719
732.449.6900
H84846 (JR) - St. Denis, Manasquan, NJ Available For Confirmations,
Communions, Baptisms,
Repasts & Special Occasions
142 Main St. • Manasquan
(732) 292-1300
Visit Us At RemingtonsNJ.com
505 Burnt Tavern Rd
Brick, NJ 08724
732.899.8600
FOR ADVERTISING INFORMATION CALL: (800) 883-4343 • BON VENTURE SERVICES, LLC • P.O. Box 850, Flanders, N.J. 07836
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