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Parish Center 216 Nassau Street

Princeton, New Jersey 08542 Telephone: (609) 924-1743

Fax: (609) 924-7510 www.stpaulsofprinceton.org

www.facebook.com/stpaulsofprinceton

Parish Office Hours Monday to Friday: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm closed for lunch 12:00 pm to 12:45 pm

Saturday: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Parish House 214 Nassau Street

Princeton, New Jersey 08542

Saint Paul School 218 Nassau Street

Princeton, New Jersey 08542 Telephone: (609) 921-7587

Fax: (609) 921-0264 www.spsprinceton.org

www.facebook.com/spsprinceton

BEARERS OF THE WORD The Church has placed a number of notable feast days immediately after Christmas. The feasts of Stephen, John the Evangelist, and the Holy Innocents form a summary of the life lived in Christ, the Word made flesh. What do these have to do with the feast of the Holy Family, which crowns the Octave of Christmas? These feasts remind us that suffering will occur in fulfilling the mission of Christ, and that we are all called to be bearers of this Word whose birth we celebrate. We also see this manifested in the lives of Joseph and Mary, both of whom took social and religious risks in obedience to the will of God, and both of whom were open to the word of God sent to them from on high. In these ways they prefigured the life of Jesus himself. Most likely, few of us found ourselves at Mass this past Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, but the essence of these feasts and the essence of the holiness of Joseph, Mary, and Jesus remain central, a holiness we celebrate today. Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.

INSIDE THIS WEEK Announcements ............ page 2 Faith Formation ............ page 10 Flower Memorials ........... page 8 Mass Intentions .............. page 7 Parish School ................ page 11 Parish Staff/Ministries .... page 4 Pastoral Hispana .......... page 12 Sacrament Life ................ page 3 Student Ministry ........... page 16 This Week ....................... page 3 Worship Aid ................... page 6 Young Adults ................ page 16

Saint Paul Parish The Catholic Community of Princeton

Welcome A Message from Msgr. Joe Our Christmas celebra on con nues with today’s observance of the feast of the Holy Family. Although only recently added to the Church calendar in 1921, this feast speaks to us of the meless truth that God is with us in all our trials and triumphs of daily family living. We pray for all families that they may manifest the presence of the Lord and the beauty of life. We celebrate our par cipa on in the Family of God who loves and cherishes each of us. This week, we celebrate a New Year. The Church rings in the New Year by celebra ng our most ancient feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary, honoring her with one of her most beau ful tles, Holy Mother of God. On this day so filled with the hope of new beginnings and good resolu ons, Mary also stands before us as Queen of Peace, the woman of contempla ve prayer who reflects in her heart on God’s ever‐renewed presence in the world. She is likewise first among the disciples, the woman of gospel ac on, who responds to God’s word and with obedient faith and selfless charity. As we begin this New Year, she points to her Son and says to us what she told the servants at Cana’s wedding feast, “Do whatever he tells you.” As we begin a new year, it is a me of reflec on and a moment to look forward. Because of you, I end the year with great thanksgiving to God, filled with great hope for the New Year. Hope that together, sharing our faith, gi s and love we will grow to be an even more vibrant, loving and witnessing Catholic Community of Princeton.

I pray that each of you were able to celebrate the Na vity of the Lord with great joy. As our Christmas season con nues through the celebra on of the Epiphany on January 7 recalling the adora on of the Magi at Bethlehem, and ends as we celebrate the Bap sm of the Lord on January 8, let us keep the spirit of this great season alive: keep the Christmas lights on and the decora ons, par cularly, the Na vity Scene. The message of Christmas expresses how much God loves us. We need to be reminded of this great message. Finally, if you haven’t “opened” your parish’s Christmas gi to you and your family: FORMED.org, check it out this week. FORMED.org is a “Catholic Ne lix” Sign‐on and enter our parish code: Y47FFE. God bless and a Happy, Blessed and Healthy New Year!

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Rev. Msgr. Joseph N. Rosie Pastor

[email protected] (609) 524-0505

Rev. Carlo Calisin Parochial Vicar


Rev. Miguel Valle Parochial Vicar


Deacons Mr. Frank Crivello


Mr. Jim Knipper [email protected]

(609) 216-7582

Parish Offices Hours The Parish Offices will be closed for New Year’s Day on Monday, January 1. The office will reopen on Tuesday, January 2. If there is an emergency please dial the parish office number at 609.924.1743. Please use op on #2. If the call is unanswered please leave a message since it will be forwarded upon comple on of the call.

Epiphany Open House Join us next Sunday, January 7 for an Open House with Coffee and Donuts in the Parish House (rectory), following the morning masses.

Child Care/Nursery Ministry Christmas Break The Child Care/Nursery Ministry will be taking a break for the Christmas Holiday on Sunday, December 31. The Nursery Ministry will resume Sunday, January 7.

Lectio Divina: Praying with Scripture Lec o Divina is the prac ce of praying with scripture; it combines reading the text in its context, listening to phrases that speak out to us, medita ng on the text, and engaging with God in prayer over it. Through the richness of God’s Word, we are calmed,

refreshed, and strengthened. Join us for an hour of praying with scripture every Tuesday, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. in the Conference Room in the Parish Center. No prior prac ce or prepara on necessary. We usually read over the first reading and Gospel of the following Sunday. For more info, email Claire at: [email protected].

Women's Evening of Recollection will be held on Wednesday, January 3, starting with a presentation at 7:00 pm in the Spiritual Center. It will be followed with the usual meditations and Benediction in the Church.

Parish Leadership Mass/Dinner The members of our parish’s Pastoral Council, Finance Council and School Board will gather for mass and dinner on Thursday, January 4 beginning at 6:30 pm. This is an opportunity for the members of our parish leadership to meet and get to know one another as they serve our parish family.

First Friday Café Join your friends for home made soup and sandwiches on Friday, January 5 after the 12:10 Mass in the Spiritual Center. All are welcome.

24 Hour Eucharistic Adoration 24 Hour Adoration is held monthly on the first Thursday into Friday following the 8:15 am Thursday Mass and concluding with benediction prior to the Friday 8:15 am Mass in the Mercy Chapel. Our next 24 Hour Adoration Period is this Thursday, January 4 devoted to “Respect for Life”. You are

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Parish Announcements

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We, the Catholic Community of Saint Paul in Princeton, honor our tradition of welcoming God’s sons and daughters from different cultures and backgrounds to hear and live the Good News of Our Lord Jesus Christ. Baptized and formed into the People of God, we continue to grow in the Apostolic Tradition of Worship, Word and Service. Worship through our participation in the Eucharist and celebration of sacraments; Word, in our commitment to Catholic identity through Scripture and catechesis; and Service, as disciples who share God’s love with all by working together for peace and justice to advance the coming of the Kingdom of God.

This Week at St. Paul

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Eucharist Saturday Evening Mass: 5:30 pm Sunday Masses: 7:00, 8:30, 10:00, 11:30 am, 5:00 pm

and 7:00 pm (Spanish) Weekday Masses: 6:45 and 8:15 am Monday to Friday 12:10 pm Wednesday and Friday 8:15 am Saturday Holydays and Holidays as announced

Reconciliation Saturday 4:00 pm and by appointment

Recitation of the Rosary Monday-Saturday following the 8:15

Mass

Eucharistic Adoration Weekly Adoration on Fridays from 9:00

am to 5:00 pm in the church chapel

Monthly 24 Hour Extended Adoration on the first Thursday into first Friday from 9:00 am to 8:00 am in the Parish Center, Mercy Chapel

Novena in honor of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Saturday Morning following 8:15 Mass

Baptism First, Third and Fourth Sundays of the

month at 1:00 pm; Second Sunday of the month in Spanish at 1:00 pm

Baptism Preparation: Second Saturday of the month at 9:00 am in St. Timothy Room, Parish Center; Spanish language preparation on the first Saturday of the month at 7:00 pm. Pre-registration for Baptism and Instructional Session is necessary. Please contact the Parish Office for more information.

Marriage: Ideally, couples planning to marry at St.

Paul should contact the Parish Office one year in advance so that they may complete the necessary marriage preparation process. Please set date with Church before making other plans. Please contact the Parish Office.

Anointing of the Sick/Communion to the Homebound: Please notify the Parish Office when

serious illness occurs or when the sick, aged, or incapacitated are confined to home for an extended period. Arrangements can be made to bring communion to those unable to attend Mass. Please contact the Parish Office.

Sunday, December 31 10:00 am 1:00 pm

Children’s Liturgy of the Word Bap sm

Auditorium A Church

Monday, January 1

Tuesday, January 2 9:30‐11:00 am 10:00 am‐12:00 pm 6:00‐9:00 pm 7:00‐9:00 pm 7:00‐9:00 pm 7:30‐8:30 pm 8:00‐10:00 pm

Parish Staff Mee ng Spiritual Direc on SPAC Basketball’ Hispanic Coordinators Mee ng Young Adult Ministry Lec on Divina Hispanic Choir #1 Rehearsal

Parish House Conference Room Lounge 1 Gym Auditorium B & C St. Timothy Room Conference Room Music Ministry Office

Wednesday, January 3 6:00‐9:00 pm 7:00‐9:00 pm 7:00‐9:30 pm

SPAC Basketball Knights of Columbus Officers’ Mee ng Women’s Evening of Recollec on

Gym St. Timothy Room Church/Auditorium B & C

Thursday, January 4 8:15‐10:00 am 3:00‐7:30 pm 6:00‐9:00 pm 6:30‐9:00 pm

SPS Marke ng Commi ee Mee ng Spiritual Direc on SPAC Basketball Parish Leadership Mass/Recep on

Mother McAuley Room Lounge 1 Gym Church/Auditorium A, B & C

Friday, January 5 9:00 am‐5:00 pm 12:45‐2:00 pm 5:00 pm 6:30‐9:00 pm 6:00‐9:00 pm

Eucharis c Adora on First Friday Café Wedding Rehearsal Family Fun Night SPAC Basketball

Church Chapel Auditorium B & C Church Auditorium A, B & C Gym

Saturday, January 6 8:00 am‐4:30 pm 9:30‐11:00 am 2:00 pm 4:00 pm 7:00‐9:00 pm 8:00‐10:00 pm

SPAC Basketball Centering Prayer Mee ng Wedding Confessions Hispanic Bap sm Prepara on Hispanic Eucharis c Ministers

Gym Mercy Chapel Church Church Rooms 1 & 2 Auditorium B & C

8:00 am‐1:00 pm 8:40‐9:45 am 9:45‐11:15 am 10:00 am 11:00‐2:00 pm 1:00 pm 4:00‐5:00 pm 5:15‐6:45 pm 6:00‐8:00 pm 8:00‐10:00 pm

Epiphany Open House Parish Religious Educa on Program Child Care/Nursery Ministry Children’s Liturgy of the Word St. Paul School Open House Bap sm Cub Scouts: Den & Webelos Mee ng Hispanic Parish Religious Educa on High School Ministry Hispanic Coffee and Donuts

Parish House School Pre‐School Auditorium A School Church Rooms 1 & 2 School St. Timothy Room Auditorium B & C

Sunday, January 7

Altar & Rosary Society The ladies of our Altar & Rosary commit to praying the Rosary to Our Lady for our parish community and inten ons. They gather monthly for prayer and mee ng. Together with several parish func ons, they assist in the care and cleaning of our parish church. For more informa on contact Marianne Tamasi 921‐7485.

Bereavement Ministry The Bereavement Ministry seeks to assist families at the me of the passing of a loved one with the details of planning a funeral liturgy. In addi on this ministry organizes support groups twice a year for anyone grieving the loss of a loved one. Please contact John Twamley at 609‐924‐1743 for more informa on.

Child Care/Nursery Ministry During the 10 am Sunday Morning Mass child care is provided by professionally trained staff for children six months of age to four years old. The nursery is located in the pre‐school classroom in the St Paul School. Please contact the Nursery Coordinator, Kelly Messick at [email protected].

Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic faith and how to become a member of our community? Do you need to complete your Sacraments of Ini a on? Then RCIA is a process for you. Contact Deacon Frank 516‐316‐2500.

Food for the Hungry When you are shopping, please remember those less fortunate. Only one can or box will make a difference and is important (no glass containers please). Items can be le in the containers at the Church entrances. Some items needed include: Boxed cereals, canned or dried soups, coffee, tea, canned meat and fish, canned vegetables, salt, macaroni and cheese dinners, cake mixes, flour, household and paper products, canned fruits, spaghe and pasta, sugar and rice.

Knights of Columbus The Knights are looking for some men ages 18+ to join us in serving our parish and the community. We do many different things, so there is something for everyone. We provide help to the needy, support various family ac vi es such as movie nights, and soup and salad for the parish on Fridays during lent. We also support various “Respect Life” events. Most important is being part of St. Paul and helping where we can. For more informa on contact Joe Bendas at 609‐ 439‐2708 or [email protected]

The Light Ministry The Light Ministry offers help to anyone whose life, family or friends have been affected by alcoholism, drug abuse and other addic ons. We are available to listen, confiden ally, in a nonjudgmental way, to provide a safe support network and to offer referrals to assistance groups and agencies. Our goals will be accomplished by sharing our experience, strength and hope with each other. To reach the Light Ministry, please call 609.216.7621.

Parish Staff, Ministries and Organizations

Stewardship: We Serve, We Give Liturgical Ministers Altar Servers Lectors Extraordinary Ministers Sat, Dec. 30 5:30 pm

Marie Conway Shannon Conway Andrew Waskin

Kate Skrebutenas Rob Gallerani

Michael Ciccone, Jose Lozano, Jim McCarthy, Anthony Montrone, Lisa Montrone, Eileen Spain

Sun, Dec. 31 7:00 am

Helene Wood Mary Meyer

Suzy DiMeglio, Anthony DiMeglio, Gretchen Mangone, Steve Mundie, Lynda Petrocelli

8:30 am Colm Corcoran Sean Corcoran Liam Corcoran

Ma eo Constan ne Gladys Del Rosario

Harold Campbell, Jo Ann Corbe , Patricia Giallella, Robert Hoehn, Rosemary Roberto, Mary Beth Wells

10:00 am Lucia Moreno Sofia Moreno Max Moreno

Maureen Killeen Emil E himides

Jennifer Brooks Abbo , Kathie Castellano, Julie Chiang, Andrew Griffin, John Italia, Ryan Killeen

Altar Rosary Society Volunteers January 1 to 6: Caroline DiDonato and Marianne Tamasi

11:30 am Sophia Cano Gabriela Cano Olivia Cano

Emily Templeton Charles Balestri

Bill Coyer, Phyllis Coyer, Regina Meehan, Linda Pi ari, Palma Porcaro, Thomas Svoboda

5:00 pm Bradley O'Connell Brendan O'Connell Isabella Timberlake

Loydes Vazquez Alexis Geddis

Darren Alizio, Pa y Alizio, PJ Hansell, Joy Kempter, Marissa Mayor, Philip Passanante

Weekly Offering: Thank you for your generous support! December 22‐23, 2017

Weekly Year to Date 16‐17 Year to Date Budget $ 23,770 $ 618,020 $ 602,500 Identifiable Gifts (487) $ 13,073 $ 432,115 $ 470,810 Loose $ 2,087 $ 118,580 $ 98,979 Online Giving $ 3,750 $ 550,695 $ 569,788 Total $ 18,910 89.1% 94.6%

Budget Envelops/Loose Online Actual

On-line Giving Program A new way of giving to the parish weekly offertory. St. Paul Parish is proud to promote enhanced stewardship through electronic funds transfer. Electronic Funds Transfer enables you to have your Sunday Offering automa cally debited from your checking account or credit card. You choose how much to give, how o en to give and what method of payment is to be used. We have partnered with Parish Giving to offer this program to all our parishioners. It’s Simple: log on to the parish website (www.stpaulsofprinceton.org) and click Parish Giving and follow the easy registra on instruc ons. It’s Secure: Parish Giving is PCI compliant and uses the strongest SSL encryp on technology available. For more informa on or to enroll please contact Mary Beth Wells in the parish office or visit our parish website.

Special Collection Next Weekend: St. Paul School This collection helps to fund the subsidy to our parish school. Our parish’s commitment to a catholic school ministry involves the support of our parish to provide funding so that our parish school is a viable option for those families who choose a catholic school for the education of their child. Thank you for your generous support.

Ministry to the Sick/Homebound: Please no fy the Parish Office when serious illness occurs or when the sick, aged, or incapacitated are confined to home so that arrangements can be made to bring communion to those unable to a end Mass. (609) 924‐1743.

Parish Library Open Sundays, 9:30 to 11:30 am

Our parish library has approximately 1,800 books and is growing. We also have DVDs, Videos covering Catholicism, Liturgy, Spirituality, Morality, Scripture, History and other related subjects. Our children’s sec on is also growing. For more informa on please contact the parish office.

Rides to Mass The communal celebra on of Sunday Mass is a joy and a blessing for all of us. But there are fellow parishioners who do not drive, and therefore cannot join in. Please think about assis ng them. Volunteer to drive a fellow parishioner once a month to the Sunday Mass of your choice. If you'd like to help, please get in touch with Cathy, [email protected].

St. Vincent DePaul Society The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person‐to‐person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of interven on, consulta on, or o en through direct dollar or in‐kind

service. No work of charity is foreign to the Society. To quote our patron, St. Vincent de Paul: “Charity is infinitely inven ve.” If you want to recommend someone for an assistance evalua on, or you are interested in learning about SVDP, please contact the SVDP Help Line at (609/924‐1743 ext. 250 English or ext. 251 Spanish) or email us at [email protected]. Dona ons can be made at any of the “Offering” boxes located throughout the church.

Spiritual Direction Tending the sacred rela onship

Spiritual direc on is an on‐going rela onship between a “directee” (person seeking) and a “director” (qualified person giving guidance) wherein a sacred space is created for the explora on and deepening of the spiritual life. Through conversa on and reflec on, the directee becomes more a uned to God's presence and can respond more fully to the Divine as it is revealed in all areas of life. Direc on typically takes place in a confiden al one‐on‐one se ng and may include some form of prayer experience to increase awareness of the movement of the Spirit in the directee’s life. If you are interested in more informa on, please contact Jennifer Hinton at [email protected] or 609‐558‐0985(cell) or Teresa Knipper at [email protected] or 609‐558‐0582(cell). Teresa is available for appointments during the day.

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Monica Heucke Administrative Assistant


Raquel Eyer Administrative Assistant Communication


Susan Howley Administrative Assistant Sacraments


Ernie Andreoli Director of Music Ministries


Lee Brennan Business Manager


Mynor Arriola Facilities Manager

[email protected] (609) 924-1743 ext. 136

Mary Beth Wells Parish Accountant


P T William Ryan Diane Hoehn

A R S Marianne Tamasi 921-7485

B S Chuck Balestri [email protected] Jennifer [email protected]

B M John Twamley 924-1743

C C /N M Kelly Messick [email protected]

E C F S G Shyamoli Plassmann [email protected]

F C Frank Ragany, Facilitator 924-1743

H Jackie Wadsworth 921-6937

C M Mary Beth Wells 524-0503

J P II S G Dr. Marzenna James [email protected]

K C www.kofc636.org Joe Bendas 439-2708

L D Claire Gmachl [email protected]

L E M Claire Gmachl [email protected]

N P W Donna Murray 921-8546

P L Marianne Marron 924-1743

P S M Teresa Knipper 558-0582

P -C Fred and Shelby Tewell 532-4147

P C Patrick Brown, Facilitator 924-1743

PTA Elizabeth Thielmann [email protected]

R L Nate Eberle 849-8583

Rides to Mass Cathy Vanderpool [email protected]

S N M Barbara Conforti 688-6880

S D Jennifer Hinton 558-0985 Teresa Knipper 558-0582

S . P A C (SPAC) Christopher Cano [email protected]

S . P S B John Wandishin, Facilitator 924-1743

S . V P S Frank Riley 924-1743

U Ray Wadsworth 462-2467

V M Mary Ann [email protected]

V F Anne Marie Calderone [email protected]

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Worship Aid G S Good Chris an Friends, Rejoice #230

G Priest: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God

and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. People: And with your spirit.

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We praise you, we bless you, we adore you, we glorify you, we give you thanks for your great glory, Lord God, heavenly King, O God, almighty Father.

Lord Jesus Christ, Only Bego en Son, Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us; you take away the sins of the world, receive our prayer; you are seated at the right hand of the Father, have mercy on us.

For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen.

L W F R S 3:2‐7,12‐14

Those who fear the Lord honor their parents.

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S R C 3:12‐21

Family life in the Lord.

G L 2:22‐40 The child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom.

Deacon: The Lord be with you. People: And with your spirit. Deacon: A reading from the holy Gospel according to ... People: Glory to you, O Lord.

P F I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible. I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Bego en Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light

from Light, true God from true God, bego en, not made, consubstan al with the Father; through him all things were made. For us men and for our salva on he came down from heaven, and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man. For our sake he was crucified under Pon us Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no end. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church. I confess one bap sm for the forgiveness of sins and I look forward to the resurrec on of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.

P S Infant Holy, Infant Lowly? #242

L E May the Lord accept the sacrifice at your hands for the praise and glory of his name, for our good and the good of all his holy Church.

Priest: The Lord be with you. People: And with your Spirit. Priest: Li up your hearts. People: We li them up to the Lord. Priest: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People: It is right and just.

S Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God of hosts. Heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.

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Priest: The peace of the Lord be with you always. People: And with your spirit. Priest: Behold the Lamb of God...the supper of the Lamb. People: Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under

my roof, but only say the word and my soul shall be healed.

C S The Snow Lay on the Ground #238

S S Angels We Have Heard on High #237

Our Deceased Sisters and Brothers

Our Sisters and Brothers Suffering Illness Daniel Roach, Robert Esposito, Monica Nathan, Amelita & Augusto Villaruz, Michael Brennan, David Tierno, Terry Choman, Josiah Adams, Van Nam Nguyen, Pat Bourde e, Leah Adams, Han Eng, Pat Pra co, Agnes Smth, Lisa Adams, Anthony D. Baldino, Christopher Browne, Kevin Moffat, Christopher & Stephanie Tama, William Torpey, Joseph LaPlaca, Barbara Vahlsing, John Lamb, Flora Maria Comizzoli, Silvia Masala, Sister Angela Houston, George Brew, Luznidth Valle, Josephine Venta

Our Newly Baptized Sisters and Brothers William Fidelis Machado, Emailiano Maura

Our Sisters and Brothers Preparing for Marriage III Joseph Sanzone and Talia Bruschi

Our Parishioners Serving in the Military: Kevin Smith, Chief USN; Maj. Ma hew Collier, USMC; LTC.S.F.

Michael Stefanchik IV, U.S. Army; Capt. David M. York, USMC; Lt. Peter York, USA; Capt. Peter Dixon, USMC; LCDR Michael Pe ola, USN Reserve; Michael Caponi, Airman 1st Class; , Lt. Col. Sco G. Williams, MD; Lt. Col. Robert J. Halle , USMC; Major Richard D. Halle , USMC; SPC Kevin Cunningham; Lt. Cmdr. Markus Franz, USN; PFC Kevin Morgan, USMC; Lt. Richard Maia co, USN; SFC Larry Smith; Patrick David; Cpl Trey Rasmussen, USMC; AFC Asa Rodriguez, USAF; Gilberto del Rio, USN; 1st Lt. Thomas Patrick Gallagher Jr., USMC; Capt. Kelli E. Gallagher, USMC; OC Shamil Rodriguez; Lt. Marguerite DeHaven NFO; SPS Stephen Stahl; OC Kevin Jones, USN; Army Sgt. Joseph Jackson; Lt. Stephan K. Murphy, USA; Antoine Gordon; 2nd Lieut. Timothy M. Maciag, USAF; Cpl. Kevin D. Quinn, USMC; LCpl Robert J. Quinn, USMC; David Eduardo Calves, USMC 2nd Lt.; LTJG Michael L. Allis, USN; Brian Gutro, USA; PFC Lauren D. Evanovich, USMC; ENS Bryce Anthony Mayor, USN; SSG Joseph V. Andreacchio, USA.; Lt. Julia Harwood, USCG

Mass Intentions

We Pray for One Another

Sunday, December 31 7:00 AM For the People of the Parish 8:30 AM Thomas L. Kelly (M/M Kenneth Curry) 10:00 AM Inten ons of Eamon Gleeson (Kelly Gleeson) 11:30 AM Sebas ampillai & Agatha (Ma lde Sebas ampillai) 5:00 PM Be y Pilenza (Michael & Gemma DeSan s Family) 7:00 PM See Spanish Sec on Monday, January 1

Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God 8:30 AM Inten ons of Thanksgiving for Teresa, Pat and Eloysius Lim (Teresa Lim) 10:00 AM Maria & Dominic Guglielmi (Caroline & John DiDonato) Tuesday, January 2

Saints Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen, Bishops and Doctors of the Church

6:45 AM Sophie Gutowski (Rich Gawlak) Dorothy Sturm (Rich Gawlak & Family) 8:15 AM Luisa Urbaneja de Lara (Charles & Kathleen Babich) Thanksgiving Dr. & Mrs. Richard Mack (Whi le Family) Wednesday, January 3

The Most Holy Name of Jesus 6:45 AM Antonio Procaccini (Rocco & Vincenza Procaccini) 8:15 AM Maria Anna Balestrieri (Ester & Burt Sferra) Thomas Murray (Quindi Guiseppe Jr.) 12:10 PM Helen Bruff (Rich Gawlak) Anthony Carnevale (Rosina Carnevale)

Thursday, January 4 Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, Religious

6:45 AM Patricia Alcuri (Gary & Mary Wells) 8:15 AM Giulio Ta oli (Anthony DiDonato) Peg Lawler (Jennifer Lee & Family) Friday, January 5

Saint John Neumann, Bishop 6:45 AM Patricia Masia (Chris ne, Mary Ann & Ellen) 8:15 AM Thanksgiving Lara & Brian Mack (Whi le Family) Sean Vogel (Linda Bamford & Family) 12:10 PM Patricia Clearwater (Ray & Jackie Wadsworth) Thomas R. Murray Jr. (Pat & Vic Giallella) Saturday, January 6

Saint André Besse e, Religious 8:15 AM Jesus Tanchuco (Milan Family) Harold Joseph Campbell Jr. (Lisa & Tony Montrone) 5:30 PM Vincent Golden (Peter & Lucille Doviak) Sunday, January 7

The Epiphany of the Lord 7:00 AM Mr. & Mrs. A. Cuomo (King Family) 8:30 AM Emy Gonzales (Arturo Domingo) 10:00 AM Kathryn Owen (St. Paul Handbell Choir) 11:30 AM Evelina Toto (Maria Pirone) 5:00 PM Providenza "Dolly" Passanante (Claire Gmachl) 7:00 PM See Spanish Sec on

invited to commit to an hour this coming month. A sign‐up sheet can be found in the foyer of the church, or simply email Katie at [email protected] with your name, phone number, and preferred times.

Eucharistic Adoration Eucharistic Adoration is each Friday following the 8:15 am Mass until 5:00 pm in the church chapel. Monthly 24 Hour Extended Adoration on the first Thursday

into first Friday from 9:00 am to 8:00 am in the Parish Center, Mercy Chapel. Please consider spending some time before the Eucharistic presence of the Lord by signing up for a period of time. The sign‐up sheets are located in the vestibule. The church is open daily until 9:00 pm for private prayer.

Family Fun Night The Knights of Columbus invite you to the first Family Fun Night, this Friday, January 5

from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm in the Spiritual Center. There will be plenty of games and cards or you can bring your favorite board games and interact with others! Pizza and drinks will be provided by the Knights. All are welcome.

Centering Prayer Group The Centering Prayer group will meet on

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Shirley Chambers Dorothy Jackson

In memory of Antonio Pirone, Ernest & Annunziato Pirone

Annunziata & Michele Santoro Nino Santoro

Rose & Thomas Maxwell Catherine & Bruno Maddalon Sr.

Eda Leiggi The Radice Family

Elena Berrios Hank Heucke Kevin Moore Sean Vogel

Gabriel Allen Anne Walsh

Members McKearney Family Alice & Dennis Sullivan

Antonio Sferra Paul Alizio

Zepka & Titus Families Gavin & Welsh Families

Manfred Tamm Henry Tamasi

Enrico & Lucia Ruberto Mario & LiberoTamasi

Francis X. & Phyllis Fahey Frank N. Cuomo Frank W. Daniels John Schubert III

Bern & Francis Armstrong Marie Mitchell Armstrong

Howard B. Bowe &rej Frackowski

Margaret & Vincent Delouisa John & Phyllis Scalice

John & Josephine Nieves Families of Kuzma & Price

Fr. Ronald Sams, SJ John Bocchi & Camillo Bocchi

Grace Morgan Moore Kathryn, Michael, John & Irene Tanchyn

Hannah & Joseph Mulligan John & Rosina Sferra

Marianne Winder Leonard & Bernice Sejnoski Stanley & Harriet Serafin

Chester & Florence Maciejewski

Agostino & Maria Matarese Walter & Helen Sawyer Sr.

Sharon Matarese Joseph & Providenza “Dolly” Passanante

Filippo & Antonina Licausi &rea & Maria Passanante

Jose & Nancy P. Ortiz Anthony J. & Nancy D. Stammett

Marcello Celli William T. Clark Jr.

Umberto & Filomena Pirone Felix & Betty Pirone

Enrico & Lucia Ruberto Mario & Libera Tamasi

Henry Tamasi Giuseppe Nini Sucimo Sferra

Anna & Michael Tamasi Ida & Carmine Petrone

Annette P. Fairall Margaret Carazzai

Linda Carazzai Helen Kronk

Deacon Maury & Edith Benedetti Christina McDonald

Joseph Foley Anthony Simone

Vincent & Florence Pirone Adantimo Armenti &Family

Giovanni Procaccini & Family Ercole Carnevale & Family

D’Antonio & Carmela Armenti & Familuy Dora Cifelli

Rose McCracken Anthony Carnevale

Michael & Lucia Carnevale Renata & Joseph Lupa

Enrico & Lucia Ruberto Frank Ruberto

Angelo & Libera Ruberto Felice & Bambina Ruberto

Henry Tamasi Antonio & Cesina Pirone

Iduccio & Giovannina DeVincenzi Mr. & Mrs. Angela & John C. Perone

Mr. & Mrs. Salvatore Boccanfuso Mr. & Mrs. Luigi Sasso

John Schubert III Sebastian, Ida & Camillo Pirone

Joseph Foley Christina McDonald

Adantimo & Carmela Armenti John Simone Felix Simone

Felix Simone, Sr. Rose Simone

Sammy Simone Vincent & Florence Pirone Adantimo Armenti & Famly

Giovanni Procaccini & Family Robert D. & Blanche A. McCarthy

Peter & Frances Doviak Fortunato & Mary Tufani Quarto Armenti Family Thomas J. Procaccino

William Argust Sr. Robert & Helen Cullen

Joseph & Dorothy Procaccino Francis Davison Eileen Rooney

Cullen & Ratchford Families Rosalie & Frank Brady

Sebastiano & Anna Conte Fannie & Louis Lucullo Nancy Conte Matthews

Father Colin JoAnn, Bill & Ed Masol

Teresa Cupples Teresa Cupples Breetveld

Rebecca Cupples Kent Dorothy Servis

Norman Servis Sr. Norman Servis Jr.

Raul Y Herlinda Medina Phyllis Lynn

Rose DiFalco, Elena Picariello Antonetta Fasano

Charles DiFalco & Family Anthony S. Procaccini

Mae & Sebastian Amenta Edna & Paul Salvo

Mr. & Mrs. Francesco Delneso Domenico DiFalco

Mr. & Mrs. Luigi DiFalco Mr. & Mrs. Grazio DiLemme

Carmela DiFalco Laurence & Frances Carr

Luigi & Maria DiFalco

The Spain & Ciccone Families Gabriel G. & Joan B. Capucci Daniel J. & Gertrude M. Allen

Raymond L. & Catherine S. Tull Gabriel & Adele Cappucci

Louis W. Cappucci, MD Angela M. Cappucci Elizabeth G. Allen

Raymond L. Tull Jr. Gerry H. Beaulaurier

Mary G. Newton Denise O’Donnell

Karl & Joan Conrad Angelo & Lidia Pirone

Berardino & Anthony Toto Michael & Maureen McInerney

Iginio & Mary Marzullo Giuseppe & Angelina Famulare

Mary Ryan Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Patchel

The Bleach, Demcsak & O’Brien Famlies Pietro & Filomena Pinelli

Anthony Pinelli Mrs. Donna Murphy

Tom McGuiness Frank Subjack

Deceased Members of Castellano & Nitka Families

Antonio Malangone Carmela Sehiano

Raffaela Malagone Sal & Rita Baldino Pauline Mulligan

Mary & Mario DeSantis Rosalinda Perna Giovanni Perna

Facundo & Esther Mendieta Charles Verano

George & Kitty Brennan Vincent & Francis Chirelli Spioch & Kotarski Families Roberto & Carmela Agnese

Roni Williams Kenny Josefina Mejia

Carmelo & Antonietta A. DiDonato Agostino & Maria Matarese Walter & Helen Sawyer Sr.

Sharon Matarese Richard & Edna Olsen

Frances Clarke Marion Raftery

Giuseppe & Evelina Toto Lillian Dowling & Dorothy Crabill

Pearl & Domenico Tamasi Francesco & Luigi Porcaro

Betty C. Constantine The Bartolino Family: Jennie, Nicholas,

John, Nicholas Jr. & Anthony Rosemarie Ortiz

Norman & Lydia Manfredonia Anthony & Philomena Gini

Fred & Nada Monsees Rosemary Cotter & Betty Weber

Domenico, Angela, Antonio & Oresto Sferra

Mr. & Mrs. Olindo Petrecca Jack Champhe

Ken Smith Riccardina Ruberto

Vito Carmelo Tamasi Cleonice Nini

Domenico, Angela & Tony Sferra Kenneth Princiotta

Antonio & Vincenza Princiotta John Vitali

Edith Crafton Kobesky, Prus, Wytrwal, Horonuski

Families Vitalina Tecun Sapon

Joseph, Anna & Theresa Maluzer Robert & Adele Driscoll Sophie & Alfred Tokarski

Frank Latzko Anna Kim

Anna & John Law George J. Rickerhauser

Antonetta Guido Charles Mer&o Nancy Tomkins James Brooks

Oscar Kacmarik Michael Stevens

Camillo & Sebastian Pirone Ida Pirone

Sun Hee Kang Liliana Tamasi Jewell Carrico

Klenawicus Family Pope John Paul II

Rev. Evasio De Marcellis Rev. Neil Saller

Deacon Joseph Kupin Sister Mary Cordelia

Sister Mary Marguerite Giulio J. Tattoli

Leo J. Chase Susan & Leo Chase

Jane Reid Sara Hoey

Lawrence, Rose & Diane Chase Mary & Patrick Mahoney

May Horan Ralph Werner Carlos Negron

Carol A. Leonard Concetta & Onofrio Tattoli Lucy & John Joseph Pesce Marjorie Gilbert Knipper

Blanche McCarthy Robert J. Sciubba

Marjorie McCue Bergstrom Margaret H. & Linda M. Carazzai

Margaret Taylor Dan Cahill

Maria & Sebastiano Balestrieri Jean Mario Isreal Brett J. Bashaw

Durant Robertson Christine Gianacaci

Rebecca Annitto Nicholas A.Procaccino

All the Souls in Purgatory Lorenzo & Yol&a Armonia Denise Armonia Wiltshire Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Fusco

Vera Zero Clement A. Furey

Josephine Siciliano Pennacchia, Taraschi, Giallella &

Cannellui Families Michael J. Perna

Nicola & Irene Perna Michael LaFauci

Josephine & Peter J. Zoccola Ginefrico Pirone Josefina Mejia

Enrichetta & Camillo Nini Bambino Pasquale Lieggi

Anna & Michael Zin William & Virginia Burns

Melville D’Souza John Wills

Deceased Members of the Rossi Family Anna Marie & Nicholas Russo Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Cuomo

Carey Family Members The Tranquilino & Chin Families

Salvatore & Angela Cavallaro Mimi Levine Julia Riley

Christine Fallone William H. Fong

Fiordelisi & Brown Families Ms. Carol Cox

Mr. & Mrs. Francis McCorry Leonara & Bernice Sejnoski

Patricia Clearwater Kathleen Schafer Margaret Cirillo James A Cipriano

Mr. & Mrs. Roberto C Dela Torre Richard Schilling Joseph Carluci

Eduardo & Lucia Rossi Giovanni & Venezia Toto Camillo & Filomena Toto

Carolina Federico

Parish Announcements (continued from page 7)

Faith Formation A Message from John Michael McGuire Back in High School I was on the football team and being involved in that sport led to greater focus on diet, exercise, and rou ne. I found that while I was playing a sport, it helped me to become more disciplined in other areas of my life. The requirements of that ac vity made it easier for me to focus on my prayer life, and my academic requirements. I bring this up because many of us will make resolu ons for the New Year that are focused on how we eat, or how much exercise we plan to be ge ng– perhaps our success and discipline in these areas can lead us to be more focused in our faith. How is that? You might ask. Making the effort to eat be er and exercise can get us into be er rou nes, and this can include daily prayer. Maybe the idea of devo ng more me to exercise can extend into the concept of going to just one addi onal weekday Mass

(or help to keep our obliga ons for Sunday and Holy Days of Obliga on). This week let’s pray for a happier, healthier, faith filled, New Year for us and our families. God Bless and Happy New Year.

Inclement Weather Procedure Closing information may be found on the parish website or by calling our emergency closing number at 609‐216‐7605. Please do not call the parish office. Tuesday classes will be cancelled if St. Paul School is closed.

Get Back on Track Are you back in the Church for the Holidays? Have you been away for a while, or delayed beginning your child’s religious educa on? Instruc on begins in first grade, and con nues in eighth. Even if you have forgo en, or circumstances have not allowed regular par cipa on, we are happy to help you find a plan for your child. Please contact the Office of Religious Educa on, so we can help you get your child back on track

with one of several session op ons.

Vacation Bible Camp Save the date. St. Paul Parish will host our annual VBC from Monday, July 9 to Friday, July 13 from 9:00 am un l 12:00 noon. All children from 3 1/2 to 9 years old are welcome to par cipate as campers, and teens are welcome as volunteers. This year’s theme will be Cool Kingdom Party: Mary Leads Me Closer to Jesus. This year registra on will be $55 per child, because each family will be provided with the Bible Camp Audio CD on the last day. If you would like more informa on please contact [email protected].

Summer Academy Dates Summer Academy for the 2017‐2018 Parish Religious Educa on Program year will be Monday, July 24 through Friday, August 3. This program covers a year’s catechesis

requirements over 30 hours in a two week period, and also provides many liturgical and spiritual opportuni es unique to this program. Families par cipa ng in this program are also required to par cipate in three Family Catechesis Sessions and a Family Life Day.

Sensitive Mass Our Parish welcomes families with

special needs to attend our weekly 5:00 pm Sunday Mass. Music, sounds, and sights will be welcoming to those with challenges. We gather as a community to celebrate Successes, Uniqueness, and Challenges of all God’s Children. For further information please contact Barbara Conforti at: [email protected].

Children’s Liturgy of the Word Children’s Liturgy of the Word is a special opportunity for children at 10:00 am Mass to share the Word of God in an age appropriate reflection. Children from 4 years old up to second grade will be invited to come forward after the Collect to receive a blessing and process to the Spiritual Center where they will celebrate a Liturgy of the Word accessible to children. They will return and join their families at the Preparation of

the Gifts. New volunteers are always welcome.

Sacrament Policy Reminder It is expected that children begin preparing for the Sacrament of First Reconciliation/First Holy Communion in first grade, and that young people begin preparing for Confirmation in seventh grade. This policy allows for a child to receive an adequate amount of preparation and catechesis in order to experience and understand the sacraments they will be celebrating.

Mr. John McGuire Director of Religious Education

jmcguire@stpaulsof princeton.org

(609) 524-0509

Mrs. Kaitlyn Mayer Confirmation Coordinator


Mrs. Maureen Sano Administrative Assistant

[email protected] (609)524-0510

Oficina de Catecismo en Español Ms. María Sara Cortes

Hispanic Religious Ed., Coordinator [email protected]

609-924-1743 ext. 153

Christmas Vacation There will be no Religious Educa on classes on

Sunday, December 24 and Sunday, December 31. Sunday Classes resume on January 7. Tuesday classes

will not meet on Tuesday, December 26 and Tuesday, January 2. Tuesday Classes resume on

Tuesday, January 9. The Office of Religious Educa on will be closed from Monday, December 25 to

Monday, January 1. Have a Merry Christmas, and a Happy, Healthy New Year.

Saturday, January 6 at 9:30 am in the Mercy Chapel. For more information, please contact Teresa Ko‐Davis at 908‐907‐7129 or [email protected].

View Our Sunday 10:00 am Mass Live Online Our parish is now steaming live our Sunday

10:00 am Mass on our parish website (www.stpaulsofprinceton.org) for those who are home bound and unable to a end Sunday Mass. Simply click on the image of the Church to start the media player.

Winter Sports Registration SPAC Winter Registra on is now open. Our

offerings this winter are Boys Basketball Clinic (Grade 2), Girls Basketball Clinic (Grade 2), and CYO High School Basketball (Boys and Girls). Register online at the school website now through January 5 for early bird pricing. We are in the need for coaches, so if you are interested, please email Andrew at [email protected]

Christmas Break Best wishes to our en re St. Paul community for a Merry Christmas and a Blessed new Year! School will reopen on January 2, 2018.

New Application for 2018-2019 School Year Now Open Applica ons are now being accepted for the 2018‐2019 school year. Visit our website at www.spsprinceton.org and click on the “Apply Now” bu on to apply. Please contact us at [email protected] with ques ons or for more informa on. St. Paul Parishioners are given priority considera on for admission but space is limited, so you are encouraged to apply early.

Tuition Assistance 2018-2019 Diocesan tui on assistance program informa on has been released. The deadline for first round applica ons is March 2, 2018.Tui on assistance is available to families in Catholic schools based on a formula designed by Private School Aid Service, Inc. (PSAS). Applica ons will be reviewed for considera on by the Diocese and the St. Paul Parish Tui on Assistance

commi ee. All families seeking assistance must complete the annual applica on. Families can apply at h ps://online.factsmgt.com. The applica on is currently available in English and Spanish. Families will be no fied by le er of financial assistance they are awarded. Please let us know should you need any support in comple ng the forms or have addi onal ques ons.

Save the Date Annual Shamrock Auction

Saturday, March 10, 2018. Please save the date for our Annual Shamrock Auction. Join us for a wonderful evening of friendship while suppor ng our school!

Calling all SPS Alumni It’s time to turn yourself in! If you have not been receiving our alumni mailings, please email Michele Cano at [email protected] with your current contact information. We would love to reconnect with you and let you know of events and happenings at your Alma Mater!

Our Parish School

Dr. Ryan Killeen

Principal [email protected] (609) 921-7587 ext. 101

Mr. Salvatore Chiaravalloti Vice Principal

[email protected] 609) 921-7587 ext. 142

Mrs. Michele Cano Admission and Advancement


Mrs. Karen DelleFave Administrative Assistant


Mr. John Wandishin School Board Chairperson

A 2012 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence

visit us: www.spsprinceton.org www. facebook.com/spsprinceton

Confirmation Parent Connect Please con nue to check out this sec on of the bulle n for future updates including ways to get your Candidate talking about

One8 sessions at home with your family! Parents, if you haven’t already, please don’t forget to subscribe to our email list by tex ng “ParentConnect” to 84576. Sponsors can also join an email list with support for them by tex ng “Sponsor” to 84576 ‐ info will begin to go out to sponsors in January.

Next Session: January Friday, January 19, 2018 5:00pm‐9:00pm

This session includes dinner for candidates. Fire, Wind, Water : The goal of this session is to help the candidates understand and encounter the power of the Holy Spirit. Party Guests & Presents: The goal for this session is to ins ll an excitement about the Sacrament of Confirma on. It will help candidates gain a familiarity and understanding of the gi s of the Holy Spirit. We will also give the candidates an understanding of the role of saints in the Church. This will help candidates iden fy the gi s of the Holy Spirit in the lives of the saints.

Leadership Team We have a Leadership Team mee ng to work on our January sessions on Tuesday, January 9 at 5:30pm. Please email Kait to let her know if you can be there!

Mrs. Kaitlyn Mayer Director of Student

Ministries and Confirmation Coordinator

(609) 524-0511

[email protected]

Pastoral Hispana Mensaje del Padre Miguel Valle El evangelio de la fiesta de la Sagrada Familia refleja piedad, devoción, simplicidad, ternura, fe, esperanza, y sobre todo, alegría espiritual y amor. Aunque José y María hacen la ofrenda de los pobres, Simeón reconoce en ellos la riqueza divina de salvación universal y los ve como portadores de la presencia salvadora de Dios. La familia de Nazareth es modelo y ejemplo de las familias cris anas. La Sagrada Familia era y es una familia llena de amor, fe delicadeza mutua y oración. En ella el mayor obedecía al menor. Había problemas y dificultades, pobreza, privaciones y sufrimientos que probaban la fe de sus miembros; el futuro se presentaba incierto y di cil; pero todos sus miembros, con Jesús, crecían en sabiduría y en gracia ante Dios y los hombres. Había paz, misericordia y perdón, dialogo y comprensión, bondad, humildad, mansedumbre, y...mucha paciencia; no había gritos ni amenazas, quejas, enojos, silencios nega vos, ni se echaban mutuamente la culpa. Había solidaridad, consagración a Dios, ‐Jesús‐ centro de sus vidas, atenciones mutuas, obediencia a la ley, estudio de la palabra de Dios,

esfuerzo por descubrir y aceptar su voluntad cuando tragedia como el exilio a Egipto o la pérdida del Nino, caía sobre ellos. Había un solo corazón y una sola alma. Había convivencia, compenetración, trabajo honrado, sin autori smos ni imposiciones. Demos gracias a Dios porque así son bastantes de nuestras familias sencillas y pobres. Por qué no serán así todas las Familias Cris anas? La Iglesia Católica ha ofrecido enseñanzas sobre los ideales esperados de la familia hispana: La Familia "Trinitaria" es el modelo para nuestras familias, se caracteriza por la relación de las personas que la componen igualdad, diferencias y respeto mutuo. La Sagrada Familia, modelo de nuestras familias, vivía la sencilla alegría de los pobres. La Familia Cris ana es el primer centro de evangelización, en ella se vive la

vocación fraterna, la comunión y la par cipación.

Intenciones: En Accion de Gracias por el cumpleaños de:

Dimas Kevin Lopez Silva

Cese de Actividades Pastorales: a todo el equipo de los niños de la Liturgia como a todos los demás grupos, excepto los ministerios de canto hispano, los invito a realizar un pare desde el lunes 18 Diciembre hasta el día 7 de enero, domingo. La catequesis ene su propio horario. Solo los padres de familia deben

seguir sus horarios como se les hay establecido.

Festividad al Cristo Negro de Esquipulas: Se realizará el próximo 21 de enero del 2018 a las 7:00 pm y después tendremos el Acto Cultural en el Gym de la Escuela a las 8:15 pm hasta las 10:30 pm.

Hora Santa: los segundos y cuartos martes de cada mes a las 7:00 pm. pero note que, no habrá Hora Santa en Diciembre 26. Mientras que el sacramento de la confesión son todos los sábados de 4:00 pm y los domingos a las 6:30 pm.

Ayuda con Documentación: si alguien necesita ayuda de traducción con algún documento oficial del gobierno como recibos, comunicaciones oficiales que no logre entender pueden contactar a la Sra. Victoria Pena, [email protected] o con el Sr. Su correo electrónico es 22joelmar [email protected]

Bautismos: son los segundos domingos de cada mes a la 1:00 pm. mientras que la preparación Bau smal son los primeros sábados de cada mes a las 7:00 pm. en la An gua oficina hispana con la señora Nidia Beltrán 609.475.2216. Matrimonios: el proceso matrimonial es de por lo menos un año y aquellas parejas interesadas deben

Liturgia de La Palabra Primera lectura: Primera lectura: Si 3, 3‐7. 14‐17

El Señor honra al padre en los hijos y respalda la autoridad de la madre sobre la prole.

Salmo Responsorial: Sal 127, 1‐2. 3. 4‐5 R. (cf. 1) Dichoso el que teme al Señor.

Segunda Lectura: Col 3, 12‐21 Hermanos: Puesto que Dios los ha elegido a ustedes, los ha consagrado a él y les ha dado su amor, sean compasivos,

magnánimos, humildes, afables y pacientes.

Evangelio: Lc 2, 22‐40 Transcurrido el empo de la purificación de María, según la ley de Moisés, ella y José llevaron al niño a Jerusalén para presentarlo al Señor, de acuerdo con lo escrito en la ley: Todo primogénito varón será consagrado al Señor, y también para ofrecer, como

dice la ley, un par de tórtolas o dos pichones.

Padre Miguel Valle [email protected]

(609) 924-1743 ext. 119

Horas de Oficiando Atención: 9:am a 4pm.

Domingos: con cita previamente establecida

Sra. Nidia Beltran Asistente

[email protected]

Servicios de Secretaria Domingos, 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Lunes, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm en la Oficina Hispana

Dias en semana: con cita previa.

Las Clases Las Clases enen Lugar todos los

domingos.. En la escuela de San Pablo de 5:15pm‐6:45pm inmediatamente los niños caminan al templo con sus catequistas para la santa misa.

Fechas importantes: Diciembre 31: No clases Feliz Año Nuevo misa a las 7pm en español Enero 7: Celebración de la epifanía del Señor o (tres reyes magos) todas las clases nos reuniremos en el gimnasio de la escuela a las 5:15pm para una pequeña celebración todos los padres están invitados a par cipar

Voluntarios: Siempre bienvenidos! Llame o visítenos 609‐924‐1743 xt.153

Catecismo en Español

Sra. Sara Cortés Coordinadora

[email protected] 609-924-1743 ext. 153

Horas de Oficiando Lunes y Martes:

9:00 am-2:00 pm y 7:00 pm a 10:00 pm Viernes y Sábados: 9:00 am-12:00 pm

contactar al sacerdote con meses anteriores de la fecha de la celebración. Interesados favor contactar al Ministro Hispano al 609.924.1743 x 19 o escribiendo un sencillo correo electrónico al Padre Miguel Valle al [email protected].

Conocer a Jesús en la Iglesia: Son unas catequesis sencillas de defensa de nuestra Fe Católica y Apostólica ofrecidas por el Padre Miguel, los primeros y segundos lunes de cada mes. Sección A. Re‐iniciamos sesiones en Enero 8, 2018 a las 7:00 pm.

RICA: Registraciones: Este proceso tanto para Candidatos como para Catecúmenos ene un empo no menor a tres años. Así, los jóvenes entre 13 a 15 años deben integrarse también al programa del One8. Lo mismo con un niño que llegue a pedir el proceso sin estar bau zado. Se bau za y de inmediato queda registrado para la catequesis de la Primera Comunión que dura por lo menos dos años. Interesados favor comunicarse con la Sra. Nidia Beltrán 609.475.2216 o a su correo electrónico [email protected]

Grupo Manhattan: Servicios completamente gratuitos para todos aquellos que desean salir del mundo de la droga o ayudar a un amigo o familiar que este en esta dura situación. Interesados en obtener mas información favor comunicarse al 718.507.7459.

Niños de la Liturgia: Es un momento espiritual muy bello y de profundización en la palabra de Dios dentro del contexto litúrgico dominical. Los niños bajan al sótano de la iglesia los primeros y segundos domingos de cada mes de 7:00pm a 7:15pm. en Enero 7 y 14, 2018, no tendremos liturgia de niños.

Bendiciones de Niños: Los primeros domingos han sido elegidos para la presentación o bendición de niños

recién nacidos. Los segundos domingos de cada mes es la oportunidad para la bendición de las quinceañeras mientras que los terceros domingos son las bendiciones para los matrimonios que quieran darle gracias a Dios por la alegría de su amor. Mas información con la Sra. Maria Villegas al 215.526.7097 o [email protected]

Servicio de Información: Para aquellos casos o situaciones comunitarias como violencia domes ca, robos, sectores donde se expande el consumo de droga o cualquier otra situación irregular que usted (es) observen, favor comunicarse inmediatamente con el Oficial Jorge Narváez al 609.510. 4222 o [email protected]

El Comité de Deportes de San Pablo: Intégrate a este deporte y los precios especiales se mantendrán hasta la primera semana de enero del 2018. Registraciones la

pueden hacer en: www.spsprinceton.org/athle cs/registra on

Ministerios: Una comunidad Cris ana se caracteriza por la presencia y dinamismo de los ministerios en la conducción de la comunidad. Pero los ministerios enen que estar del todo coordinados. Nadie es mas que nadie. Todos hemos recibido dones del Señor para hacer crecer la comunidad. Interesados en servir en algún Ministerio favor contactar la Sra. Nidia

Nuestra Misión Parroquial

Nosotros, la comunidad Católica de San Pablo, en Princeton, honramos nuestra tradición de ofrecer la bienvenida a todos los fieles, hijos e hijas de Dios de diferentes culturas y orígenes para que conozcan y vivan el Evangelio de nuestro Señor Jesucristo. Bautizados y formados en Dios como su pueblo, seguimos creciendo en la Tradición Apostólica de Celebración Litúrgica, Sagrada Escritura y Servicio. Celebración Litúrgica, a través de nuestra participación en la Eucaristía y la celebración de los sacramentos; Sagrada Escritura, para promover y apoyar nuestra identidad católica a través de la palabra sagrada y la catequesis; y en Servicio, como discípulos que comparten el amor de Dios con todos y colaboran para crear un mundo donde existe paz y justicia en anticipación a la venida del Reino de Dios.

G A A Reuniones cada segundo y cuarto domingo del mes de 8:00 pm

a 10:00 pm en el Centro Espiritual. Acompáñanos a orar con las Sagrada Escrituras.

G O C M Lunes de 8:00 pm a 10:00 pm en el centro espiritual de la

Iglesia. Recuerde que la renovación carismática no es un movimiento más, es la iglesia en movimiento. Te invitamos!

E G L D se reúne todos los jueves de 8:00 pm a 10:00 pm en el Centro

Espiritual. Acompáñanos a orar con las Sagradas Escrituras.

G M María es la intercesora por excelencia de nosotros los cristianos

ante el Padre, Dios. María es la fiel discípula de Jesús. Nuestro lema seria: "a Jesús por María". Ven y disfruta de este refresco espiritual en el horario indicado Todos los viernes de 8:00pm a 10:00pm en el centro Espiritual sección “B” Acompáñanos a rezar el Santo Rosario y déjate llevar a Jesús de la mano de María. Para más Información: Nidia 609.475.2216 o Agapita Quevedo: 609.213.7463

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Nieves Mar nez Eva Alberto Manuel Alberto Miriam Parada Jose Rustrian Juan Peral

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Comité Atlético de San Pablo: a todos los interesados se les invita hacerse registrar especialmente a los que están en el Segundo y high school grados, niños y niñas las registraciones están

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WILLS & ESTATE PLANNING

Mary Ann PidgeonPIDGEON & PIDGEON, PC

Attorney, LLM in Taxation600 Alexander Road, Princeton

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THE MATHER-HODGE FUNERAL HOMEAnthony J. Correnti, Dir. NJ Lic # 5030 Albert D. Correnti Jr., Mgr.* Parishioner NJ Lic. #3538 Albert D. Correnti III, Dir. NJ Lic # 4886 John A. Oliveti, Dir. NJ Lic. #4012

40 VANDEVENTER AVENUE, PRINCETON, NJ 08542 PRINCETON’S OLDEST FUNERAL HOME (609) 924-0242002378 St Paul Church (B)

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Brian or Sally, coordinators860.399.1785www.CatholicCruisesAndTours.com

an Official TravelAgency of Apostleship

of the Sea-USACST 2117990-70

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email: [email protected]

800.943.8400Holy Cross Burial Park Resurrection Burial Park

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From the WLP Vault comes the Bible Story of Christmas featuring

8 Classic Christmas Carols and a reading of the Gospel of Luke 2: 4-20

by Bing Crosby! Also available on vinyl.

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Pietrinferno & PietrinfernoCERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS

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Princeton North Shopping Center (Next to the Princeton Health Wellness)

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Thank you for advertising inour church bulletin.

I am patronizing your businessbecause of it!

Please Cut Out This “Thank You Ad”and Present It The Next Time YouPatronize One of Our Advertisers

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Saint MargaretSunday MissalAn ideal companionfor personal prayer.

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Garvey Pest Control, Inc.“An Intelligent Approach to Pest Control”

General Household Pest Control-Bees, Carpenter AntsSmall Animal & Bird Control

Commercial • Residential/Licensed & InsuredTom Garvey 448-0900

DANIEL FORTUNATOARCHITECT

98 FAIRFIELD ROAD, PRINCETON, NEW JERSEY 08540TEL: 609-683-0180 FAX: 609-683-0690

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CALLING ON LOCAL BUSINESSES?WE MAY HAVE AN IDEAL POSITION FOR YOU.

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$45K TO $60K EARNING POTENTIALBECOME AN ADVERTISING SALESPERSON FOR

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• Medical Benefits, 401K, Life & Disability Insurance Available

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Insured Cleaning in Princeton AreaRenata Yunque Owner • [email protected]

“A Clean House is a Happy House, Inc.”(609) 683-5889

Donna M. MurraySales Associate, REALTOR(609) 924-1600 office (908) 391-8396 [email protected] Nassau St., Princeton, NJ 08540

From Starter to Stately Homes

ParishionerIntegrity

KnowledgeExperience

Larry’s SunocoFresh Hot Dogs, Sausages and Sandwiches Daily.

We’re more than A Plus, we’re Sunoco Diesel Fuel and Truck Accessibility.

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General Family & Cosmetic DentistryServing The Community For Over 20 Years

(609) 452-2600 503 Plainsboro Rdwww.ToothFairyFamily.com Plainsboro, NJ 08536

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NC JEFFERSON PLUMBING, HEATING & A/CServing the Princeton Area for over 68 Years

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ParishionerNJSL#7084 NJHICL#13VHO3224100

GINO’S AUTO BODY SHOPNJ Lic. # 00026A

GINO & VINCE, Owners(732) 297-0609

4360 Hwy. 27, Princeton

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Parishioners - Princeton ResidentsSuzy & Tony DiMeglio

Residential - Investment - CommercialSuzy 609-915-5645 / Tony 609-915-0508

4 Nassau StreetPrinceton, NJ 08542

Sotheby’sINTERNATIONAL REALTY

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Consider RememberingYour Parish in Your Will.

For further information, please call the Parish Office.

PrincetonShopping Center

Harrison St. &Valley Rd.

(609) 683-1600

AA SSUUPPEERRMMAARRKKEETT EEXXPPEERRIIEENNCCEE◆

A. PENNACCHI & SONSMASONRY RESTORATION COMPANY

Specializing in Brick,Stone Pointing, and

Basement WaterproofingSIDEWALKS - CHIMNEYS

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ESTABLISHED 1947(609) 394-7354 Trenton(609) 584-0500 Hamilton

[email protected]

WHY IS ITA man wakes up after sleepingunder an ADVERTISED blanketon an ADVERTISED mattress

and pulls off ADVERTISED pajamasbathes in an ADVERTISED showershaves with an ADVERTISED razor

brushes his teethwith ADVERTISED toothpaste

washes with ADVERTISED soapputs on ADVERTISED clothes

drinks a cup of ADVERTISED coffee

drives to workin an ADVERTISED car

and then . . . .refuses to ADVERTISEbelieving it doesn’t pay.Later if business is poor

he ADVERTISES it for sale.WHY IS IT?

LOOKING FOR A JOB?Community Options Inc. is hiring!

Job Coaches in Mercer County, NJEmail: [email protected] or

call Meghan at 609-419-4418

Life St. FrancisAll Inclusive Care for the Elderly

Home Health Care • Primary and Specialty Medical CareComprehensive Care Coordination

Nursing Care • Activities • Transportation AvailableServing all of Mercer County and portions

of Burlington County

Call 609-599-LIFE (5433) orvisit www.stfrancismedical.org/LIFE

Participants may be liable for the payment of unauthorized or out-of-network services

Serving NJ, PA & DE

877.401.4777SPECIALIZING IN BASEMENT WATERPROOFING

& MOLD REMEDIATION SINCE 1984DRAINAGE SYSTEMS • PUMPS • COATINGS • FOUNDATION REPAIR • OUTSIDE WATER

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Roofing • Siding • Gutters877-401-4777

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Fax: (609) 497-9595 • Email: [email protected]

www.thepind.com

4 Nassau StreetPrinceton, NJ 08542

609.921.1050 o609.439.9343 c

St. Paul’s Parishioner

Each office is independentlyowned and operated.

Catherine “Kate” StinsonSales Associate

Princeton Area Young Adults (late teens 18‐19, 20’s & 30’s) (continued from page 10) General Information : Like us! facebook.com/princetonaya Get on our email list! Email: Kait [email protected]

PAYA Christmas Break We’ll resume with our ac vi es and next series beginning 1/2!

Christmas XLT Jan 2 @ 7:00pm in the Mercy Chapel. What is XLT? XLT is a night of

worship that includes great music, inspiring and challenging talks, and Adora on of the Blessed Sacrament. All young adults (18‐39) are invited to join us! We'll be gathering in the Mercy Chapel in the Parish center Come with an open heart and be ready for God to do big things!

Pray | Play Jan 9 @ 7:00pm in the St. Tim Room. Pray | Play’s about as basic as it gets ‐ prayers and games. We’ll be kicking off in the St. Tim Room at 7pm with a Rosary. A erwards, we’ll hang together for a game night complete with snacks/refreshments. Hope to see you there!

One Series An authen c pro‐life lifestyle goes beyond babies and requires us to make one consistent choice to recognize the internet dignity of all people and treat all people, no ma er the circumstance, as people.

This series unpacks what the Church means when she says she is pro‐life.

One Choice 1/7 @ 6:00pm in the St. Tim Room. This week, at One Choice, we'll aim to understand our ‐ and every person’s ‐ inherent worth, and seek to conform our hearts to God’s heart, enabling our words and ac ons to reflect the dignity of the human person.

Upcoming Days Off: Mark your calendars now: There’ll be no HSM on the following dates: 1/14, 2/4, 2/18, 3/11, 3/26, 4/1, 5/13, 5/27, 6/17

One Heart 1/21 @ 6:00pm in the St. Tim Room. This me, at One Heart, we'll discuss the dangers and dehumanizing quali es of euthanasia, the death penalty, and abor on ‐ ac ons that stop the human heart.

Teen Music Ministry 1/28 @ 5:00pm in the Church. Our next Youth Mass of the 2017‐2018 year is January 28, 2018. We’ll be led in worship and song by our Teen Music Ministry. If you are a high school teen interested in joining TMM, please email Kait ([email protected]) and/or Mrs. Moore ([email protected]) for more informa on. Rehearsals are at 4:00pm prior to Mass.

Middle School Ministry Update Middle School Ministry is back this January with an all‐new series, an all‐new meeting time, and an all‐new team! Meetings will be held in the St. Tim Room on Thursdays from

6:00 pm‐7:30 pm every other week with snacks and drinks always provided. Mark your calendar with all our upcoming dates now! Any adults who are interested in getting involved and helping out on a regular or intermittent basis, please email Kait, [email protected] for more information. Choices Series All of our decisions in life lead us in one direction or another. Even

choosing not to choose is making a decision. Choices dives into the very beginning of decision making and morality. It will cover what it means to make a good decision and why humanity has the ability to make decisions. The youth will learn about the consequences of actions as well as what it looks like to live a life of virtue and how the way we live affects society as a whole.

Black & White 1/11 @ 6:00 pm in the St. Tim Room. To kick off this series, we're talking about opposites! This will give us a foundation, as we move

Student Ministry Get on our email list: Email Kait; Follow us: @spstudmin facebook.com/spstudmin

Mrs. Kaitlyn Mayer Director of Student Ministries and

Confirmation Coordinator (609) 524-0511

[email protected]

The Princeton Knights of Columbus invite you to THE WORLD’S LARGEST PRO‐LIFE EVENT

The 2018 March for Life Washington, D.C. Friday, January 19, 2018—‐7:00 am—9:30 pm

For reserva ons on our bus, please contact: Nate Eberle [email protected]

or 609‐849‐8583. Cost is $20 per person.

Metro ckets are not included.

saint paul parish · mr. jim knipper [email protected] (609) 216-7582 parish offices...

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