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The Parish of St. Katharine Drexel—Burlington, New Jersey
January 18, 2015
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MASSES FOR THE WEEK
PARISH CLERGY:
MONDAY, JANUARY 19
8:00 AM Gloria Fazekas r/o John & Eleanor Hofflinger
Rev. Michael G. Dunn, Pastor
Rev. Cesar Anson, Parochial Vicar
Deacon Walter J. Karpecik, Jr.,
Deacon Alfred Pennise,
Deacon Alexander Punchello
TUESDAY, JANUARY 20
8:00 AM Gertrude Neiheisel r/o Art Neiheisel
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21
8:00 AM Megan Beaumont r/o Mom, Dad & Matthew
THURSDAY, JANUARY 22
8:00 AM Health & Blessings for Daily Mass Attendees
r/o Anne Welsh
FRIDAY, JANUARY 23
8:00 AM Betty & Fred Pennise r/o Al & Clare Pennise
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24
8:00 AM Frances Mancini r/o Margaret Darling
4:00 PM Kathleen Rensky r/o Husband, Gabe
5:00 PM Esther Aja r/o Family
Jeannine Otting r/o Carl & Laura Levondosky
And Family
SUNDAY, JANUARY 25
7:30 AM Teri Dunne r/o Mare & El
Pete Mendozzi r/o Daughter, Barbara Quick
9:00 AM For All Parishioners Living & Deceased
10:30 AM Herman Romito r/o Rita Romito
Gene F. Darling r/o Wife, Peggy & Children
12:00 N Stella, Michael & Stanley Wroblewski r/o
Carol & Michele Chabrol
ALL SAINTS CHURCH
TABERNACLE CANDLES
This week the tabernacle candles will burn for:
Victoria & Vickie Foehner from a Friend
Deceased Family Members from Agnes Murphy
SUNDAY COLLECTION
Last Sunday’s collection was
$12,671.00
STATEMENT OF CONTRIBUTIONS
If you would like a statement of contributions for the
year 2014, you may request one by calling the Parish
Secretary, Eileen Korang, at the Parish Office at (609)
386-0152/0163, ext. 210. Statements will be available for
pick-up beginning February 1st, 2015.
MASS SCHEDULE:
Sunday Vigil: 4:00 PM—All Saint’s Church
5:00 PM—St. Paul’s Church
Sundays:
7:30 AM; 10:30 AM—St. Paul’s Church
9:00 AM, 12 Noon —All Saints Church
Daily: 8:00 AM—All Saints Church
April 27th, 2015 thru October 31st, 2015
8:00 AM—St. Paul’s Church
November 3rd, 2014 thru April 25th, 2015
Holy Days: As announced in bulletin.
Reconciliation:
Saturdays: 3:00—3:45 PM at All Saints Church
Saturdays: 4:00—4:45 PM at St. Paul’s Church
PARISH LOCATIONS
All Saints Church
502 High Street
Burlington, NJ 08016
St. Paul Church
223 E. Union Street
Burlington, NJ 08016
PARISH OFFICE
223 E. Union Street, Burlington, NJ 08016
Monday-Friday: 8:30 AM—4:00 PM
(609) 386-0152/0163
FAX: (609) 386-0085
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Dear Parishioners,
Those Who Didn’t Live To Be Baptized by Fr. George W. Rutler
There was a theologian who, when discouraged, would keep repeating to himself, "I have
been baptized."
Since the Prince of Lies has discouragement as his chief strategy and purpose, the Rite of
Baptism includes an exorcism: an explicit renunciation of Satan, and all his works, and all his empty
promises.
Jesus our Encourager did not have to be baptized, for he had no sin to wash away, but by
plunging into the waters of the Jordan and rising up, he was setting an example of dying and rising,
which in daily life is played out by overcoming obstacles and refuting naysayers. This is modeled in
the famous legend of the Scottish king, Robert the Bruce. As Sir Walter Scott told it, the Bruce
withdrew to a cave after six defeats in battle, and one rainy day, deeply depressed, he watched a
spider weaving a web. Six times the spider's thread broke, and six times the spider resumed its
weaving until it succeeded the seventh time. The Bruce rallied and won his great victory at
Bannockburn, and the crown of Scotland along with it.
Ever since the legalization of abortion in our country, the Church has resisted the temptation
to discouragement in defending innocent life. January 22 will mark the 41st annual March for Life in
Washington. The March has gone on in weather fair and foul, whether government administrations
have been friend or foe. In those years, more than 56 million babies in our country alone have been
destroyed in their mothers' wombs. We lament the loss of at least 110 million soldiers and civilians
worldwide in the two World Wars, and can barely imagine with what talent and invention so many of
them might have endowed the arts and science. The same dirge can be intoned for all those babies.
Last year at this time, I cited a statistical abstract using the ratio of professions to population
and the number of infants aborted. The resulting estimate showed that in the last 35 years, those
lives destroyed could have included: two U.S. presidents; seven Supreme Court justices; 102 U.S.
senators and 589 congressmen; 8,123 judges; 31 Nobel Prize laureates; 328 Olympic medalists;
6,092 professional athletes; 134,841 physicians and surgeons; 392,500 registered nurses; 70,669
clergy, including 6,852 Catholic priests and 11,010 nuns; 1,102,443 elementary and high-school
teachers; 553,821 truck drivers; 224,518 maids and housekeepers; 33,939 janitors; 134,028 farmers
and ranchers; 109,984 police officers; and 39,477 firefighters.
None of those infants lived to be baptized, and they are entrusted to the mercy of God. Our
nation now has the lowest birthrate in its history, and may be approaching the demographic winter
that is destroying many other countries. The good news is that contending for life year in and year
out has raised consciences, and the rate of abortions is at an all-time low. So when facing Satan
and all his works and all his empty promises, say with good courage: I have been baptized.
—Fr. Dunn
Pastor
January 18, 2015
PRAY FOR THE SICK
We ask you to remember the sick of
our parish, and pray for those who need or
have asked for our help, especially:
Paul Voorhees, George Schneider, Brendan
O’Malley, Vivian Maggi, Jackie DiFronzo,
Elyse Wolon, Joseph Duncan, Nick Gusz,
David Vann, Edwin Markiewicz, Danny
Tusa. Josephine Diaczynsky, Thomas Lowden, Anita
Goodrich, Herbert Cuccuini, Sr. Marietta Therese, Ida
Stefanoni, Joseph Flannery, Lois Lowden, Carmela
Miksitz, Joann Rowan, Barbara Venezia, Tony Polito,
Mary Cody, Annette Rosenfelt,
Neil Petz, Krista
Balderman, Robert Lubrano, Mary Lynch, Barbara &
Raymond Devlin, Brice DeFilippo, Jean Eckman, Jack
Jenkins, Frank S. Wisnewski, Anneliese Karteron, Vicky
Lewis, Kate Fratti, Gregory Micucci, Sharon DeLaParra,
Matt Badowski, Dolores Probala, Gabrielle Stillwell, Molly
Rothermel, MaryJane Mercuri, Billy Smith, Joseph
Buzzelli.
If there is anyone who should be removed
from the sick list, please contact the Parish Office by
calling (609) 386-0152 or (609) 386-0163. Thank you.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday:
Heb 5:1-10; Ps 110:1-4; Mk 2:18-22
Tuesday:
Heb 6:10-20; Ps 111:1-2, 4-5, 9, 10c;
Mk 2:23-28
Wednesday: Heb 7:1-3, 15-17; Ps 110:1-4; Mk 3:1-6
Thursday: Heb 7:25 — 8:6; Ps 40:7-10, 17; Mk 3:7-12,
or any of a number of readings for the Day
of Prayer
Friday:
Heb 8:6-13; Ps 85:8, 10-14; Mk 3:13-19
Saturday: Heb 9:2-3, 11-14; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9;
Mk 3:20-21
Sunday:
Jon 3:1-5, 10; Ps 25:4-9; 1 Cor 7:29-31;
Mk 1:14-20
PRAYER FOR THE ARMED FORCES
Almighty God, we commend to your gracious care
and keeping all the men and women of our armed forces
at home and abroad. Defend them day by day with your
heavenly grace; strengthen them in their trials and
temptations; give them courage to face the perils which
beset them; and grant them a sense of your abiding
presence wherever they may be. We ask this through
Christ Our Lord. Amen.
SPECIAL COLLECTION
Next weekend’s special second collection will be for
the Church in Latin America. Your generosity is
invaluable to the future of the faith in this region. Your
donations help fund catechesis, marriage and family life
programs and seminarian formation. Please give with a
joyful and generous heart to help support these
programs. Thank you.
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MARCH FOR LIFE NEWS
SIGN-UP FOR ADORATION
On Thursday, January 22nd, 2015, our parish will
have adoration of the Blessed Sacrament from 9:00
AM—7:00 PM at All Saints Church. This will be in
support of our parishioners who are in Washington, D. C.
on the Right to Life March. Sign-up sheets for
adoration will be at both churches this weekend.
ATTENTION ATTENDEES
We will NOT have a meeting of attendees of the
March for Life this year. We have a large number of
people who have attended last year and in years past
who are already familiar with the March. We will be
going over the Metro information and taking emergency
contact information on the bus ride after saying the
Rosary. However, if you had attended last year and
your contact information has changed, it would be
helpful to have the updated information prior to the trip.
The information regarding the emergency contact would
include the person’s name, relationship to you, and their
phone number (home and/or cell no.). If you are
attending this year’s March and your information has
changed, you can leave that information with Eileen
Korang by calling the Rectory at (609) 386-0163, ext.
210. Your help is greatly appreciated!
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ITINERARY
We will begin our journey to the March for Life in
Washington, DC by welcoming attendees to Mass at
6:00 AM at All Saints Church.
Please park your car in the parking lot behind the
Church.
We will re-group at the Parish Center after Mass,
next door to the Church, for a quick breakfast and
board the bus no later that 7:15 AM.
Please do not board the bus until you are
instructed to do so.
There will be name tags on a table in the Parish
Center for pick-up.
Itineraries will be given to you on the bus. Metro
tickets for those who will be in the March will be
given to you once we get to the Shrine.
We will go over all information with you in more
detail enroute.
We will hopefully be returning approximately 10:00
PM.
If you have any questions, please contact Eileen
Korang at the Rectory: (609) 386-0163, ext. 210.
January 18, 2015
FRANCIS HOUSE OF PRAYER
YOU’RE INVITED!
THÉRÈSE–
ORDINARY
GIRL
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EXTRAORDINARY SOUL: Monday, January 19th:
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM Leonardo DePhillipis presents the
story of Thérèse of Lisieux, a remarkable well-to-do
young girl who fell in love with God. This “magnificent
film” touches hearts. A quiet time precedes the viewing
and is followed with sharing and a final quiet time in the
chapel. Facilitator, Bob Bursley. Donation: love offering.
OVERNIGHT
RETREAT
FOR
WOMEN
RE-IMAGINING LIFE, ADJUSTING TO CHANGE:
January 20th – 21st 7:00 PM Tuesday: and 4:00 PM
Wednesday. This Retreat is for women over 50 who are
adjusting to change in their lives. There are times in our
life journey when we are visited with sudden or unwanted
change. We will accept God’s invitation to re-imagine our
lives and become aware of what brings hope and energy
to this second half of life. God invites me to “follow my
bliss.” What am I passionate about now, and what is true
for my authentic self? God is still creating me! Donation:
$75. Residents and commuters welcome.
To register, call (609) 877-0509. Please check
www.FHOP.org for our other offerings!
HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL
As we approach our annual observance of
National Catholic Schools Week, we want to thank you
for everything you have done in the past to aid in our
mission at Holy Cross Academy.
The theme – “Catholic Schools: Communities of
Faith, Knowledge and Service” – highlights the fact that
Catholic schools are not only communities themselves,
but also part of larger communities throughout the
county, state and country. With a strong focus on
academic excellence, faith development and service, we
prepare students to become community leaders in the
future.
We are grateful for the support you provide to our
school. Your efforts help make it possible for Holy Cross
Academy to offer an important educational alternative to
the families of our community. You are an inspiration of
true community service and a role model for our
students.
We invite you to join us for our Catholic Schools
Week Mass, which will be celebrated on Monday,
January 26th at 10:15 AM in the Auditorium. Thank you.
—Dennis M. Guida
President/Principal
REDISCOVER THE LOVE IN YOUR MARRIAGE
The Retrouvaille Marriage Program offers help for
struggling marriages. This is not just a social gathering or
series of seminars, but rather a way to rediscover and
rekindle the loving relationship in your marriage.
Join us the weekend of February 13th-15th at the
Family Life Center in Malvern, PA. For more information
or to register for our upcoming weekend, visit our website
at: www.HelpOurMarriage.com or call: 1-800-470-2230.
All inquiries are kept strictly confidential.
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PEACE
We wish to extend our prayers and consolation to the
family of Thomas Fisher. During their time of sorrow
and sadness, we pray as a parish family that our Risen
Christ will watch over them in a special way.
BAPTISMS
We welcome the newly baptized to our parish family:
Daenerys G. Santisteban
Theresa Elizabeth Shotts
LAUREL HILL & ST. PAUL CEMETERIES
AND ST. PAUL MAUSOLEUM
Christmas decorations placed at the graves of Laurel
Hill & St. Paul’s Cemeteries and St. Paul Mausoleum will
be removed beginning January 31st, 2015. If you would
like to save any of the decorations for future use, please
retrieve them before January 31st. Thank you.
OFFICE CLOSED
The Parish Office will be closed, on Monday, January
19th, along with the Diocese, in observance of the Martin
Luther King holiday. The office will reopen on Tuesday,
January 20th at 8:30 AM.
The Parish Office will also be closed on Thursday,
January 22nd as the Pastor and Parish Staff will be
attending the March for Life in Washington, DC. The
office will reopen on Friday, January 23rd at 8:30 AM.
If you are in need of a priest for last rights or
emergency, please call (609) 387-8191; leave a message
if necessary.
Due to travel, illness and other reasons, most
parishioners will not be able to attend Mass here at
St. Katharine Drexel parish every weekend of the
year. Online Giving allows you to support your
parish every weekend. You can also set up all of
your special collections in advance. Best of all it is a
FREE service! Please consider signing up for
Online Giving today. See the parish website for more
details: www.stkatharinedrexel-nj.org.
January 18, 2015
DIOCESAN CORE THEOLOGY LECTURES
Sacraments/Liturgy: History of the Mass—The
Historical Development of the Mass will be held on
Saturday, January 31st from 10:00 AM—3:00 PM at the
Diocese of Trenton Pastoral Center, 701 Lawrenceville
Rd., Lawrenceville, NJ. Presenter will be Msgr. Sam
Siriani. “The liturgy of the Eucharist unfolds according to
a fundamental structure, which has been preserved
throughout the centuries down to our own day.”—CCC
1346. This workshop will review the historical periods that
influenced and shaped the celebration of the Mass
through the ages. Cost is $10. Bring your lunch. For more
information/details, please call (609) 403-7205 or e-mail:
kgolaz@dioceseoftrenton.org.
IS GOD CALLING YOU?
Vocational discernment groups meet to assist young
men who are discerning the possibility that God may be
calling them to a life of priestly ministry. These groups
are designed to explore a priestly vocation with other likeminded men through prayer and sharing vocation stories
and experiences. The group meetings are not meant to
convince anyone that the priesthood is their vocation.
They are designed to assist you in in discovering if the
priesthood is your true vocation and build your
relationship with Christ along the way.
If you are a faithful, single, Roman Catholic man,
between the ages of 18—40, and are asking yourself
whether God is calling you to be a priest, you are
cordially invited to attend this month’s discernment
meeting on January 25th from 4:00 PM—6:00 PM at St.
Joseph Parish, 685 Hooper Avenue in Toms River, NJ.
Join Rev. Scott Schaffer as he shares his experiences of
the priesthood, followed by prayer and concluding with a
great meal and conversation.
Please register with the Diocese of Trenton Vocation
Office at vocations@dioceseoftrenton.org or by calling
(609) 406-7449. Join us at this exciting time as you
discover and respond to His invitation!
YOUNG-AT-HEART CLUB NEWS
There will be no meetings in January or February.
Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, March 4th.
Join us on Sunday,
March 15th, for the St. Patrick's
Day festival at Doolan's Shore
Club in Spring Lake. Enjoy a 4course dinner with wine (3 entre
choices), one hour open bar,
music, dancing, singing and
more, plus bus transportation...all
for $78/pp. Reservations with
full payment and dinner choice
(corned beef and cabbage, 1/2
roasted chicken or herbed salmon) due no later than
January 27th, 2015.
For reservations/information, please call Angie States
at (609) 386-3151.
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Souper Saturday!
Fundraiser for the Society
of St. Vincent de Paul
Date: Saturday, January 31st
St. Paul School Cafeteria
Time: 4:00 PM—7:30 PM
Ticket Information:
Tickets will be sold
before and after all Masses
during the weekend of January 24th & 25th
(Tickets will also be available
at the door on the night of the event.)
$6 Adult, $4 Children
Sample varieties of Soup,
along with Bread & Dessert
Hot & Cold Beverages
(coffee, tea, iced tea and water)
Soup varieties include:
Roasted Red Pepper, Ham & Cabbage,
Minestrone, Chicken Gumbo,
Pasta e Fagiole, and Italian Wedding
Enjoy hot soup on a cold night
with family and friends
in a cozy atmosphere!
A family of 4 can eat for as little as $20
while helping to raise funds
for those who are less fortunate.
In the event of snow, call (609) 386-3650
to check for cancellation.
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Reflecting on God’s Word
Once more we stand with John the Baptist and learn from what he does. Watching Jesus walk by, he
says to two of his disciples, “Behold, the Lamb of God.” And “the two disciples heard what he said and
followed Jesus” (John 1:36–37). One was Andrew, who, in turn, goes to his brother Simon and brings him to
Jesus. And Jesus gives him a new name, Cephas, which means “rock.”
A new life begins for Andrew and Simon, and most likely for the other disciples as well, possibly either
James or John (both were fishermen with Peter and Andrew). It was clear to Jesus that they were searching
for something: “What are you looking for?” They answered, “Teacher, where are you staying?” implying that it
was going to take more than a few minutes to answer that question.
Jesus took them in immediately: “Come, and you will see . . . And they
stayed with him that day” (John 1:38–39).
As we return to Ordinary Time, which comes from the Latin ordo
(“numbered”), we count the weeks off by numbers: Second Sunday,
Third Sunday, and so on. But “ordinary time” is lived in a world touched
by God’s grace. God continues to come into our lives, if we would notice.
Like John pointing out Jesus to his two disciples, the old priest Eli
helps Samuel to understand that the Lord is entering the boy’s life and
tells him to respond, “Speak, LORD, for your servant is listening” (1
Samuel 3:9). We bring each other to God, to Jesus Christ, by being
attentive to how God is at work among us. God continues to work
through each of us, and that is what makes “ordinary time” continuously
extraordinary.
HELLO GOD
Just before our first reading it says that “the
word of the LORD was rare; there were not many
visions.” (1Sam 3:1) I imagine most people today
would think that was true. Do you think God has
stopped talking? People apparently felt that way in
Samuel’s time. Let’s look at the reading to see what
Samuel’s experience can teach us.
At first Samuel thinks it is Eli calling him. It is
not unusual for people to miss a sign from God. If
you have a talent that you are proud of, perhaps it is
a sign that God wants you to use that talent to help
others. Or if a friend tells you she is concerned
about your health, it could be God’s way of telling
you to get help. Try to see God speaking in
whatever happens to you and you may hear a lot
more than you think.
Samuel also gets help from Eli. Eli began to
recognize that the LORD was speaking to Samuel.
Sometimes we need help discerning what the Lord
is telling us. A good spiritual director can help. He or
she will probably ask how often you pray. In our
reading Samuel finally speaks directly to God,
instead of going back to Eli. So if you wonder what
God plans for your life, try spending more time in
prayer with him. I bet we have all had times where
we didn’t know if we are doing God’s will because
we didn’t take time to pray. But don’t do all the
talking. Give God some quiet time to hear his
response. For God hasn’t stopped talking; we just
stopped listening.
Prayer for Respect Life
Heavenly Father, the beauty and dignity
of human life was the crowning
of your creation. You further ennobled
that life when your Son became one with us
in his incarnation. Help us to realize
the sacredness of human life
and to respect it from the moment
of conception until the last moment at death.
Give us courage to speak with truth and love
and with conviction in defense of life.
Help us to extend the gentle hand of mercy
and forgiveness to those
who do not reverence your gift of life.
To all, grant pardon for the times
we have failed to be grateful
for your precious gift of life
or to respect it in others.
We ask this in Jesus' Name. Amen.
January 18, 2015
BULLETIN NOTICES
Announcements may be e-mailed, written or faxed to
the Parish Office by 4:00 PM on Mondays or two weeks
prior to the event announcement for publication.
LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT
Please remember your parish in your last Will and
Testament. You can be specific about how you want the
endowment to be used, or you can leave it for general
use in our school or church. This is a good way to have
your good works continued.
BINGO
We have BINGO every Sunday evening at St. Paul
School at 7:30 PM in the cafeteria. We give $1,000 in
cash prizes in addition to TWO 50/50 games. Come join
the fun and bring your friends and family!
LAUREL HILL CEMETERY
AND ST. PAUL MAUSOLEUM
There are a limited number of mausoleum crypts and
niches still available. Contact the Parish Office for more
information about in-ground cemetery plots or our
mausoleum.
INTERNAL OFFICE MAILBOX
If you are a group or organization leader or a part of
our parish personnel, please remember to frequently
come in to the Parish Office to pick up your mail from
your mailbox. It is recommended to appoint someone
from your group or organization to stop by the Parish
Office on a regular basis as not to miss out on receiving
important mailings, inter-office communications or phone
messages.
Thank you for your cooperation and
understanding.
SUPPORT OUR ADVERTISERS
When you are shopping or looking for a business,
look to our advertiser pages and let them know that you
saw their ad in our Sunday bulletin. And be sure to thank
them for their support whether you are a new or long-time
customer.
NURSING HOME MINISTRY
Each week of the month Fr. Cesar Anson,
accompanied by a deacon and some members of our
parish visit one of the nursing homes in the area to bring
Holy Communion to the Catholic residents, pray the
Rosary, and let them know we care.
If you would like to be a part of this ministry and
would like to know what our visitation schedule is, please
contact Clare Dugan at (609) 386-0121.
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GROUPS AND ORGANIZATIONS
ALTAR & ROSARY SOCIETY
The Altar & Rosary Society of St. Katharine Drexel
will gather at All Saints Church for recitation of the
Rosary at 8:30 AM followed by attendance at the 9:00
AM Mass on the first Sunday of every month. All
members are encouraged to attend.
The Society will meet on the Tuesday after the first
Sunday at 7:00 PM in the cafeteria of St. Paul School.
All members and anyone interested in joining may
attend. Recitation of the Rosary is held at the Marcella
Nursing Home on Rancocas Road in Burlington on the
second Thursday of each month at 10:30 AM.
There will be no meetings during the months of
January, February, July and August.
YOUNG-AT-HEART CLUB
Members meet on the first Wednesday of every
month at 1:00 PM in the Parish House (next to St. Paul’s
Church). Guest speakers and other points of interest for
seniors are scheduled through the year. Various trips are
also planned. See bulletin announcements for further
information. Anyone over the age of 55 is invited to join
the club. No meetings in January, February, July and
August.
Members receive Communion at the 10:30 Mass at
St. Paul’s Church on the second Sunday of every month.
All members are encouraged to attend.
The Executive Board Committee meets the last
Wednesday of every month at 9:00 AM SHARP in the
Parish House (next to St. Paul’s Church).
HOLY NAME SOCIETY
Recitation of the Rosary is held at All Saints Church
on the Second Sunday of every month at 8:30 AM prior
to the 9:00 AM Mass. All are welcome.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Regular meetings are held at the K.O.C. Hall,
located on E. Broad Street, on the first and third
Thursdays every month at 7:45 PM. Only during the
months of July and August do they meet the first
Thursday.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
Our parish supports a St. Vincent de Paul Society
that helps our community with a Food Pantry and those
going through financial hardships. If you know of
someone who is in need of their services, please
encourage them to call the Society’s office at (609) 3863650 and leave a message.
The Society’s General meeting takes place at 7:00
PM every third Tuesday of each month at their offices at
the All Saints Annex. If you would like to volunteer to be
a part of the good works of the St. Vincent de Paul
Society, please call their office at the number above.
OUR LADY MOTHER OF DIVINE MERCY
PRAYER GROUP
Meets every Sun.at All Saints Annex at 7:00 PM. No
meetings held July, Aug., Dec., Palm & Easter Sundays,
or any other major holidays that fall on the weekend.
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PARISH INFORMATION
PARISH OFFICE & STAFF
223 E. Union St., Burlington, NJ 08016
(609) 386-0152 or (609) 386-0163
Office Hours:
Monday—Friday: 8:30 AM—4:00 PM
Website: www.stkatharinedrexel-nj.org
E-Mail: parish@stkatharinedrexel-nj.org
Pastor: Father Michael G. Dunn, ext. 213
Parochial Vicar: Father Cesar Anson, ext. 103
Parish Manager: Cliff Coombs, ext. 217
Parish Secretary: Eileen Korang, ext. 210
Financial Secretary: Eileen Kelly, ext. 211
Mausoleum Secretary: Kathy Drahuschak, ext. 212
Dir. Rel. Ed.: Kathryn Besheer: (609) 479-5099
ST. PAUL SCHOOL
250 James Street, Burlington, NJ 08016
(609) 386-1645
www.stpaulbrl.org
Principal: William Robbins
Secretary: Liz Stark, ext. 200
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Director: Kathryn Besheer
Assistant: Susan Carrera
To register your children for Religious Education for
Grades K-8, please call (609) 479-5099.
Religious Education Offices and Classes are held at St.
Paul School, 250 James Street, Burlington, NJ 08016.
BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY
Our parish offers a Bereavement Ministry to assist
families in preparing for a funeral Mass for their loved
ones at either All Saints or St. Paul’s Churches. The
parish will help the family choose readings and music to
give the funeral Mass a more personal touch.
Arrangements for funerals are taken care of through
funeral directors who will, on your behalf, contact the
parish to make the necessary arrangements. The parish
will contact the family to arrange an appointment to meet
and plan the funeral Mass.
ADULT AND YOUTH CHOIR
The adult choir sings every Sunday at the 10:30
AM Mass at St. Paul’s Church. The youth choir sings
every Sunday at the 12 Noon Mass at All Saints Church.
If you are interested in joining either choir, please call:
Music Director: Roxanne Sumanga-Ferguson at (609)
386-0152/0163 to leave a message.
NEW PARISHIONERS
Families need to be registered in the Parish before
registering for St. Paul School or Religious Education.
Registration can be made at the Parish Office, located at
223 E. Union St., Burlington, NJ 08016, Monday through
Friday, 8:30 AM—4:00 PM (Closed 12 Noon—1:00 PM).
MOVING
If you are moving out of the Parish area or to a new
address within the Parish, please call the Parish Office.
SICK OR HOMEBOUND
Please call the Parish Office to notify clergy of
hospitalization and to receive the Sacrament of the Sick,
Holy Eucharist or Reconciliation.
In serious illness, please call the Rectory by calling
(609) 387-8191, day or night. Please leave a message.
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE
Plans for marriage should be made one year in
advance of the wedding date.
This ruling is in
accordance with the common policy of the Diocese of
Trenton. Couples are required to attend either Pre-Cana
or Engaged Encounter. Details and arrangements are to
be made through the Pastor, Parochial Vicar, or one of
the Deacons.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Baptism for parishioners take place on the second
Sunday of every month at St. Paul’s Church, 223 E.
Union St., Burlington, NJ 08016. A Baptismal Preparation
class is required for parents and godparents the Friday
night before the Baptism. This class is held at 7:00 PM at
St. Paul’s Church.
Please contact the Parish Secretary to make
arrangements.
GODPARENTS
Only one godparent is required for Baptism. If two
are chosen, one must be male and one female. A
godparent must be a practicing Roman Catholic
(baptized, confirmed), attending Mass regularly on
Sundays and Holy Days, at least 16 years of age, and in
good standing with the Church (including married in the
Church if they are married). A baptized non-Catholic
Christian may be chosen as a “Christian witness”
provided there is one Catholic godparent. A former
Catholic may not serve as either a godparent or Christian
witness. Godparents will be required to submit a
Certificate of Eligibility from their parish prior to the child’s
Baptism.
PLEASE BE COURTEOUS TO REMEMBER TO SHUT
OFF ALL CELL PHONES BEFORE ENTERING
CHURCH. THANK YOU.