St Bartholomew Church

St. Bartholomew School

Sun, 13 May 2012 11:07:53 -0700

Open House

St Bartholomew School will have an open house on Sunday, May 20 from 10am to 1pm.

All are welcome!

Tuition Angels
Several school families are experiencing financial hardship and need assistance at this time. We are looking for individuals, families, and others who can help a student with his/her tuition. Please contact our parish center for more information. Any donation is greatly appreciated.

Please visit our School Website for more details and other information.

Youth Ministry and Office of Religious Education

Sat, 12 May 2012 07:51:54 -0700

Attention High School Parents!

The camp will be held July 15-21 in David, Kentucky.

Please email ejones@stbartseb.com for more information.

JusticeworX is a week-long summer program guiding High School students to explore their Catholic faith rhgouth service to those in need. Through JusticeWorx, we are offering our youth a precious resource - a faith that speakes to their lives and helps them navigate the world in which they live.

Attention 6th, 7th, & 8th Grade Parents

ServiceworX camp will be held June 24-29.

ServiceworX is a week-long summer program guiding middle school students to explore their Catholic faith through service to those in need.

Please email ejones@stbartseb.com or bfitzgerald@stbartseb.com for more information.

From the Pastor's Desk

Sat, 12 May 2012 07:51:54 -0700

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

Today we honor Mary, the Mother of God, and gather to celebrate the gift of Our Lady in our spiritual lives. Growing up, May was always Mary's month and we spent the days praying her rosary and honoring her with processions and devotions. In school we wrote cards and letters to our own Moms and promised to pray for their intentions. Devotion to Mary is a hallmark of what it means to be a Catholic Christian. Yet, many Catholics no longer honor Mary and place their children under her care. I cannot remember the last baby that I baptized with the name of Mary; and, how many Catholics remember to carry a rosary to pray to her?

Still, Mary makes her presence felt in the beauty of the springtime, the sound and laughter of children and the abiding sense that Mary surrounds us with her love. Please take time to honor her in your homes and in your hearts.

"Virgin Mother, Rejoice!
Gracious Mary,
The Lord is with you,
Blessed are you among women,
And blessed is the fruit of your womb,
You who bore the One who would save us,
Cause of our joy, O Holy Mother." Amen.

In Christ,

Fr. Thomas

Young Adult Corner

Sat, 12 May 2012 07:51:54 -0700

Catholic Youth Rally

Save the date - Sunday, May 20. The NJ Catholic Youth Rally at Six Flags Great Adventure. Cost is $45 per person, which includes admission, catered buffet lunch, plus a "bounce back ticket" which is good until October 21. Please email stbartsyouth@gmail.com to register.

High School Seniors!

Save the date - June 17 for the Annual Discipleship Mass honoring High School Class of 2012. It will be celebrated at 12 noon.

ServiceWorX

Registration for our Service Camps is under way. ServiceWorX is open to current 6th, 7th, and 8th graders - the camp will take place June 24-29; and JusticeWorX is open to high school students. We will travel to Kentucky for a week of service July 15-21. Please email stbartsyouth@gmail.com for more information.

From the Pastor's Desk

Sun, 06 May 2012 08:36:27 -0700

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

Next Sunday, May 13, we will have our annual Parish May Crowning at the 10:00am Mass. All of our First Communicants are invited to join in the procession to honor Our Lady.

Please call the Office of Religious Education if you or your child are planning on attending (732-390-0354).

My favorite prayer to Mary is the "Memorare."

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thy intercession was left unaided. Inspired with this confidence, I fly to thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother; to thee do I come; before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen.

In Christ,

Fr. Thomas

Lectors, Altar Servers, Eucharistic Ministers Schedules for March available

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 05:28:37 -0700

Schedules for May are now available.

We also have provided a contact list for Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors.

April

April 29

May

May 6

May 13

Ascension Thursday May 17

May 20

May 27

To all ministers - please check in when you come to Mass and offer assistance if it is needed.

2011 Bishop's Annual Appeal

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 05:28:37 -0700

To date, the Development Department has received pledges totaling $135,934.42 and payments totaling $132,742.76 from 679 parishioners. This represents 89.0% of our $152,800.00 goal.

First Friday Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 05:28:36 -0700

Friday, May 4, 2012

12noon-1pm: Parish Staff, St. Bartholomew School Faculty and Staff
1pm-2pm: HSA, School Community/Students
2pm-3pm: Altar Rosary Society, Lazarus Ministry
3pm-4pm: SVDP, Religious Ed Catechists and Students
4pm-5pm: Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Lectors, Ushers
5pm-6pm: Columbiettes
6pm-7pm: Youth Group

7pm: Mass
7:30pm: Chaplet of Divine Mercy

8pm-9pm: Decons and Priests, Altar Servers, Young Adult and Children's Choirs
9pm-10pm: Knights of Columbus

From the Pastor's Desk

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 05:28:36 -0700

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

The Fourth Sunday of Easter is called "Good Shepherd Sunday." In the Gospel, Jesus tells the disciples that He is the Shepherd of the flock and that He knows each of us and calls us by name. The Good Shepherd lays down His life for the sheep and He will lead us to eternal life. Today the Church throughout the world prays for vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and religious life. May the Lord continue to give His people shepherds after His own heart.

As you know, St. Bartholomew Church has a policy that a candle offering be made when a candle is lit in any of the shrines on the sides of the church. It has come to my attention that many candles are being lit during the day without a candle donation, and the offering boxes are being tampered with and money stolen despite efforts to secure the boxes.

Beginning today, candles for the shrines may only be purchased in the narthex of the church after all masses. The price for each candle is $3, or two candles for $5. Thank you for your patience.

Please continue to pray for our First Communicants and their families.

In Christ,

Fr. Thomas

Religious Education News

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 05:28:36 -0700

Religious Education Family Handbook

The Family Handbook for all religious education students is available online for students and their families. Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the important information contained in it.

Young Adult Corner

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 05:28:36 -0700

ServiceWorX

Lectors, Altar Servers, Eucharistic Ministers Schedules for March available

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 12:31:57 -0700

Schedules for Holy Week, Easter, and April are now available.

We also have provided a contact list for Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors.

April

April 15

April 22

April 29

To all ministers - please check in when you come to Mass and offer assistance if it is needed.

From the Pastor's Desk

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 12:31:56 -0700

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

The Easter Season is filled with signs of Spring and New Life. Yesterday we celebrated the first of three of our First Communions. Our boys and girls are so filled with joy to be receiving Our Lord in the sacrament of the Eucharist. Please keep all of our first communicants and their families in your prayers. I also want to express my gratitude to Mrs. Barbara Fitzgerald and our wonderful catechists and teachers for providing such an excellent sacramental program for all of our children and young adults.

On Sunday, May 13th, all of our first communicants are invited to the 10am Mass for our annual parish May Crowning. The children will come in procession bringing flowers to the Blessed Mother and crowning her as Queen of Heaven and Earth. Please remember to pray the Rosary for World Peace.

Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God that we may be worthy of the promised of Christ.

In Christ,

Fr. Thomas

For the convenience of our parishioners - Funeral Reading selections and Directions for Printers

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:13:14 -0700

Funeral readings selections

The selections that may be used for funerals and the Masses for the Dead are made available online (Acrobat PDF format) for the convenience of our parishioners. Individuals may select from these readings in preparation for the funeral liturgies.

Directions for printers

Directions for use in programs or special printing orders - used for weddings, baptisms or any event where you need to include directions to our Church.

Mass Schedule

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:13:14 -0700

Monday-Friday: 8:30am
Saturday: 8:00am
Saturday Vigil: 5:00pm
Sunday: 7:00, 8:00, 10:00am & 12:00 noon

Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday 3:30-4:30pm; and by appointment

Please remember to turn off your Cell phones, hand held games and electronic devices during mass. Thank you.