St. Joseph Roman Catholic Parish OVER A CENTURY OF CATHOLIC PRESENCE

Rev. James W. McGuffey - Pastor Rev. Msgr. Pafnouti Wassef - Parochial Vicar

Rev. Sean G. Winters - In Residence Deacon Ramon Torres - Hispanic Ministry

Deacon George Kimball - Permanent Deacon Mrs. Roseann Johnson - Principal

Mrs. Marcelle Doherty - Coordinator of Religious Education/Pastoral Assistant Dr. Thomas Juneau - Director of Music

The Most Holy Body and Blood of ChristJune 14, 2020

SATURDAY June 135:00 PM Henry and Marie Ostrowski

SUNDAY June 148:00 AM Christopher Robateau

10:30 AM Kathleen Shornack12:00 PM Jose Manuel Romero1:30 PM Parishioners of St. Joseph Parish

MONDAY June 158:00 AM Vocations to the Priesthood

TUESDAY June 168:00 AM Natalie Dolly Nardiello

WEDNESDAY June 178:00 AM The sanctity of human life

THURSDAY June 188:00 AM Souls in purgatory

FRIDAY June 198:00 AM Members of the Perpetual Mass Guild

SATURDAY June 208:30 AM Jacinto Malabuyoc5:00 PM All living and deceased

Fathers of our ParishSUNDAY June 16 ~ Father’s Day

8:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12 Noon, 1:30 PMAll Living and Deceased Fathers of our Parish

Masses not said publicly will be said privately, by ourPriests, for the individual intentions.

“For everything there is a season and

a time for every purpose under heaven. . .”

a time to heal... for the sick of our Parish and especiallyfor Anthony LaMotta, Joseph Sabol, William Lenahan,Charles Alongi, Angelina Virola, Rachel Rustemeyer

PRAY AND FAST FOR VOCATIONS

VOCATIONS PRAYERGenerous God, You show us the way that leads to everlastinglife. Through Baptism, You have called us to proclaim theGood News. Bless and strengthen those who have made acommitment of service in the Church. Guide and give wisdomto those discerning their vocation. Enrich our Church withdedicated married and single people, with Deacons, Priests,and with people in Consecrated Life. Filled with Your HolySpirit we ask this blessing that we, Your people, may followJesus, our Good Shepherd, now and always. Amen.

THE BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST

The effect of our sharing in the Body and Blood ofChrist is to change us into what wereceive. -Pope St. Leo the Great

O God, Who in this wonderful Sacramenthave left us a memorial of YourPassion, grant us, we pray, so to reverethe sacred mysteries of Your Body andBlood that we may always experience in ourselves thefruits of Your redemption. Who live and reign with Godthe Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

SUNDAY MASS BEGINS AGAIN!

With Restrictions

Under the new guidelines issued by the state, we areable to safely gather in our Church, once again, withrestrictions. Parishes may reopen for weekend Masseswith a congregation not to exceed 30% of the Churchbuilding’s capacity (allowing for approximately 200people). For your safety, all social distancing andsanitizing guidelines will be followed.

Our Church is now open for Daily Mass, in theChurch Chapel, during the week. WeekendMasses will be celebrated on Saturday at 5:00 p.m.,and on Sunday at 10:30 a.m., with a Spanish Massat 1:30 p.m. We hope to continue to livestream the 10:30a.m. Mass each Sunday.

It is important that we continue to protect the health of all who are involved. This is especially the case for those most vulnerable, including the elderly and those with chronic illnesses. The dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass will remain in effect until further notice. No one is required to participate in Mass during this time. While the obligation to attend Mass is dispensed, the faithful who are not able to attend Mass in the Church are to keep the Lord's Day holy by some other means. For example, they should tune in to a live-

streamed Mass, read and reflect on Sacred Scripture, pray the rosary, or some other devotion.

Look for regular updates from the Diocese of Metuchenat www.diometuchen.org/coronavirus or visit our Parishwebsite at www.stjosephparishfamily.com

Our Church is now open for Confessions, in theChurch Chapel, on Saturdays, from 11:00 a.m. untilnoon.

SUNDAY READINGSFirst Reading - Deuteronomy 8:2-3, 14b-16aSecond Reading - 1 Corinthians 10:16-17Gospel - John 6:51-58

Manna from HeavenBefore He gave His body and blood on the cross for the

salvation of the whole world, Jesus gave His body and bloodto His disciples in the form of bread and wine, instructingthem to continue this practice in memory of Him. Like theLord providing water and manna in the desert, Jesus providesfood and drink to sustain us, taking it one step further bytransforming it to His own Body and Blood. As we receivethe Eucharist, let us realize the sustenance we are given. Maythe Eucharist we share strengthen and enliven us as we bringJesus with us to the world.Copyright © GIA Publications

SCRIPTURE READINGS FOR THE WEEKMonday: 1 Kgs 21:1-16; Mt 5:38-42Tuesday: 1 Kgs 21:17-29; Mt 5:43-48Wednesday: 2 Kgs 2:1, 6-14; Mt 6:1-6, 16-18Thursday: Sir 48:1-14; Mt 6:7-15Friday: Dt 7:6-11; 1 Jn 4:7-16; Mt 11:25-30Saturday: 2 Chr 24:17-25; Lk 2:41-51Sunday: Jer 20:10-13; Rom 5:12-15; Mt 10:26-33

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Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for bydoing that some have entertained angels without knowingit. -Hebrews 13:2

Thank You for Your Continued Support!

We are extremely grateful to those parishioners who are ableto contribute to the continuing needs of the Parish, duringthis difficult time, by mailing in their ContributionEnvelopes, dropping them in the Parish Office mail slot, orby participating in Online Giving. To donate through OnlineGiving, visit www.stjosephparishfamily.com and click onDonate Now. It’s fast, easy, and convenient!

LIVING OUR FAITH – In the present situation, in which wefind ourselves living more or less isolated, we are invited torediscover and deepen the value of the communion that unitesall the members of the Church. -Pope Francis

SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCESSunday: The Most Holy Body and Blood of ChristFriday: The Most Sacred Heart of JesusSaturday: The Immaculate Heart of the Blessed

Virgin Mary

PERPETUAL MASS GUILD

Enrolled in May – Giuseppi Gallina

JOIN IN PRAYER FOR

RACIAL HARMONY, HEALING, AND PEACE

Bishop Checchio has directed a time of sustained prayerduring this month of June, dedicated to the Sacred Heart ofJesus, to bring racial harmony, healing, and peace to ourNation. We invite you to virtually participate in an eveningof prayer every Friday in the month of June, at 5:00 p.m. Our world is in a time of so much sadness and your prayersare greatly needed. The livestream will be available on:

www.diometuchen.org

www.facebook.com/diocesemetuchen

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfZxhfagxVupdosF1uKpSxA

HUMAN LIFE IS SACREDEvery human person is created in the image andlikeness of God. The conviction that human lifeis sacred and that each person has inherent dignitythat must be respected in society lies at the heart

of Catholic social teaching. Calls to advancehuman rights are illusions if the right to life itselfis subject to attack. We believe that every human

life is sacred from conception to natural death; that people aremore important than things; and that the measure of everyinstitution is whether or not it enhances the life and dignity of thehuman person. -United States Bishops: Faithful Citizenship, - CivicResponsibility for a New Millennium, 1999

PRAYER FOR REVERENCE FOR LIFEAlmighty God, giver of all that is good, we thank You for theprecious gift of human life:

. for the life in the womb, coming from Your creative power;

. for the life of children, making us glad with their freshnessand promise;. for the life of young people, hoping for a better world;. for the life of people who are disabled, teaching us that everylife has value;. for the life of the elderly, witnessing to the ageless values ofpatience and wisdom.

Like Blessed Mary, may we always say “ YES” to Your gift. Maywe defend it and promote it from conception to its natural end. And bring us at last, O Father, to the fullness of eternal life inJesus Christ our Lord. Amen. (Archdiocese of Vancouver BC))

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“Remember the words of Jesus to the Twelve as they were tossedon the waves of an uncertain sea, ‘It is I. Do not be afraid.’ (John

6:20). The Lord is faithful and always calls on us to trust. Withsuch a situation, we are called to more prayer, as are all of thefaithful.” -Bishop James Checcio

PRAY DAILY FOR OUR TROOPSHeavenly Father, our hearts are filled with gratitude for the menand women who serve our Country, and for the sacrifices theirfamilies make so that we can all enjoy the blessing of freedom. We praise You for calling them to help protect us, and for givingthem the courage and ability to do their jobs well. Guide theirchoices and their actions, Lord. Help them to see You workingin their daily lives, whether in the field, at home, or abroad. Surround them with Your mighty angels; protect them in Yourmercy; cover them with Your grace. Guard their hearts whilethey are far from loved ones, and bless them with moments tocherish when they are together. Hold these families close, Lord. May they look to You for the strength and peace that only Youcan give. In Jesus Name we pray. Amen.

Remember in your prayers the members of our ArmedServices, especially: Taylor Setar, daughter of Greg and TerrySetar; Thomas Rapp, grandson of Jeanette Miller; Justin Lurker,grandson of Helen Lurker; Robert Michnowiez, nephew of HelenLurker; Justin Molarz, grandson of Susan Molarz; AndrewWeaver, grandson of Joanne Halkovich; Darren T. Dreboty,son-in-law of Jacqueline Eak; James Molnar, grandson of AliceBenson; Elizabeth Brito and Lisa Marie Brito, daughters of IvetteBrito; Raymond Torres, son of Deacon and Mrs. Ramon Torres;Laura Roe, daughter of Louis and Maria Pena.

PREP REGISTRATIONWe are now accepting registrations for

the 2020-2021 PREP year. RegistrationForms are available for printing on our Parishwebsite www.stjosephparishfamily.com. Please print, complete, and mail the2020-2021 Registration Form, with yourpayment, to: St. Joseph PREP, 865 Roosevelt Avenue, Carteret,NJ 07008. Your prompt attention will reserve a place for yourchild as well as help us to make appropriate plans for the newPREP year. If this is your child's first year of religious instructionwith us, a copy of your child's Baptism certificate is required tobe submitted with your Registration Form.

Please note: To register your child in St. Joseph PREP, yourfamily must be registered, actively involved parishioners, in goodstanding, at St. Joseph Parish or a parish in the area. Studentswho are enrolled in our PREP are required to attend Sunday (orSaturday evening) Mass, weekly.

There is a great need for Catechists, Classroom Aides, andSubstitute Catechists. Please prayerfully consider sharing yourtime and talents. For more information, contact the St. JosephChurch PREP Office at 732-969-8767.

ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL

REGISTRATION 2020-2021

The school community of St.Joseph gathers together inChrist to explore the richnessof our faith, in our study of

the created world and our part in it. We educate ourstudents to become responsible, spiritual young adults whoare respectful of themselves and others and who use theirgifts and talents to make positive contributions to ourChurch and world.

To learn more about enrolling your student in St.Joseph School visit www.sjps.net or call the SchoolOffice at 732-541-7111.

Inspirational Spot - The way we treat others, perhapsmore than anything else, is the measure of our unionwith God and our continuous practice of loving prayer.

THE CATHOLIC SPIRIT MEMORIAM WEBSITESince the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, many members ofour parishes have died due to complications of COVID-19. It isthe wish of Bishop James F. Checchio that we remember theseindividuals in our prayers by establishing a virtual memorial onThe Catholic Spirit website: https://catholicspirit.com/ Toinclude a loved one, visit the website, click on In Memoriam, andenter the information. If you would like to submit a photo, youmay email it to jgray@diometuchen.org

Our Diocesan Office for Persons with Disabilities offers...a 24 Hour Prayer Line for those who desire prayer for

special needs. If you, a family member or friend would like to beremembered in prayer for a temporary or permanent illness,please call and leave a detailed message at 732-765-6431 oremail: catholicswithdisabilities@gmail.com

...a Facebook Page that provides daily updates with shortinspirational reflections for people with disabilities, familymembers, and care givers. The site also provides endlessresources for those with physical, emotional, cognitive, visual,auditory and other special challenges. To access their Facebookpage (even if you are not a member of Facebook), type thefollowing into your search engine: Diocese of Metuchen Officefor Persons with Disabilities

PARISH DIRECTORYParish Office 732-541-8946Religious Education 732-969-8767St. Joseph School 732-541-7111St. Vincent de Paul 732-541-8946 ext.108

Parish Website: www.stjosephparishfamily.comPREP Website: www.stjosephprep.netSchool Website: www.sjps.net

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