When they saw the star

They were overjoyed!

Matthew 2:10

The Epiphany of the Lord

Church of the Visitation

Church of the Visitation 755 Mantoloking Road Brick, N.J. 08723

Rectory Office Phone: 732-477-0028Religious Education: 732-477-5217Rectory Fax: 732-477-1274Rectory Address: 730 Lynnwood Ave. Brick, NJ Website: www.visitationrcchurch.org REV. EDWARD H. BLANCHETT, PASTOR, EXT. 201 REV. Joseph Jakub, PAROCHIAL VICAR, EXT. 220

Assisting Priests Rev. Bernard Mohan Rev. Richard CarlsonRev. Msgr. Ricardo Gonzalez Rev. Msgr. Philip Franceschini

Deacons Salvatore Vicari, Ext. 218 Edward Fischer

Nicola Stranieri, (On Leave) Staff Denise Patetta, Ext. 201 Nancy Grodberg Ext. 219 Parish Secretary/Bulletin Editor Coordinator of ReligiousVicki Cottrell, Ext. 216 Education Pastoral/Business Admin Dee DeTuro, Ext 219 Natalie Bencivenga, Ext. 217 Religious Education Asst. Music Director/Organist Dale Zanetti, Ext.214 Christie Winters, Ext. 105 Coordinator of Adult Faith Youth/Young Adult Ministry Formation

Leader Carl Maurer, Ext 215 Facilities ManagerPaul Hegadorn Karen Smith Parish Trustees

RECTORY OFFICE HOURSMonday thru Friday: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Closed 12:30 – 1:30 for Lunch

Parish Registration The Church of the Visitation is obliged to serve and minister to all baptized Catholics living in our local area. PLEASE REGISTER – it assists the staff in knowing you as a parishioner, providing for your needs, informing you of parish programs and activities, and utilizing your gifts and talents in service of the Church and one another. Envelopes for weekly contributions are available to you once you are registered. Please contact Deacon Sal Vicari at ext. 218 to register.

Sacramental Sponsor Certificates The following is required by Canon Law to be a Catholic Godparent/Sponsor for Baptism or Confirmation. 1. Be at least 16 years of age. 2. Have completed the Sacraments of the Initiation. (Baptism, Eucharist & Confirmation) 3. Be a registered and active parishioner living a life of faith. If married, have a marriage that is canonically valid and recognized by the Catholic Church.

Welcome! The entire parish community extends a warm welcome to all visitors and new parishioners

LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST Weekend: Saturday 4:00 Sunday: 6:45, 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 AMDaily: Monday – Friday 7:30 (Daily Chapel) Tues., Wed., Thur., Sat. - 8:15 AM (Daily Chapel) Holy Days: See Current Bulletin Holy Hour: First Fri. of the month 7:00 to 8:00 PM (Church)

Baptism Parents or legal guardians are encouraged to register 2 months in advance to schedule a baptism. Parents and Guardians are required and sponsors are encouraged to attend the Baptismal Formation Session prior to the Baptism. Baptisms are celebrated on Sundays following the 11:00 Mass at 12:30 PM. Please contact Deacon Sal Vicari at ext. 218 to make arrangements.

MarriagesThe Sacrament of Marriage requires a time of spiritual preparation. According to the Common Policy adopted by the Bishops of New Jersey, this preparation requires sessions with a priest or deacon, Focus review, and attendance at a Marriage Preparation Programs such as Pre Cana. Therefore couples should make arrangements with the Church at least 1 year before the planned wedding date and finalizing any social plans. Couples must also verify freedom to marry before dates and arrangements can be made. Please contact Deacon Sal Vicari at ext. 218 to make arrangements.

Anointing of the Sick Please notify the Parish Office when serious illness occurs and when the sick, aged, or incapacitated are confined to home for an extended period. In an emergency call the Parish office anytime.

Penance/Reconciliation Saturday from 3:15 to 3:45 PM in the Church or anytime by appointment. A Penance Service is held during Advent and Lent.

Religious Education (CCD) Our Religious Education and sacramental preparation for our children meets on Sunday from 9:15~10:30 AM in Lake Riviera Middle School, weekday classes are held in the Church Rectory. Pre~registration is required. Please call Nancy Grodberg at 732-477-5217.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) This is the process by which adults become full, active, participating members of the Catholic Church. Please callDale Zanetti at ext. 214 for more information.

We now offer Low-Gluten Host for those suffering from celiac sprue diseaseElevator is located on the side of the Church near the Bell Tower

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Readings for the Week

Monday: 1 Jn 3:22 — 4:6; Ps 2:7bc-8, 10-12a; Mt 4:12-17, 23-25Tuesday: 1 Jn 4:7-10; Ps 72:1-2, 3-4, 7-8; Mk 6:34-44Wednesday: 1 Jn 4:11-18; Ps 72:1-2, 10, 12-13; Mk 6:45-52Thursday: 1 Jn 4:19 — 5:4; Ps 72:1-2, 14, 15bc, 17; Lk 4:14-22Friday: 1 Jn 5:5-13; Ps 147:12-13, 14-15, 19-20; Lk 5:12-16Saturday: 1 Jn 5:14-21; Ps 149:1-2, 3-4 5-6a, 9b; Jn 3:22-30Sunday: Is 42:1-4, 6-7 or Is 40:1-5, 9-11; Ps 29:1-2, 3-4, 9-10 or Ps 104:1b-2, 3-4, 24-25, 27-28, 29-30Acts 10:34-38 or Ti 2:11-14; 3:4-7; Lk 3:15-16, 21-22

Candles for the Week

Blessed Mother Candle is “In Loving Memory” of Maria Sasso Sacred Heart Candle is “In Loving Memory” of Gerald Panella.Church Sanctuary Candle “God’s

Blessing” on Fr. Al RicciardelliChapel Sanctuary Candle “No Intention”

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SATURDAY JANUARY 5 4:00 PM Enoch Miller

SUNDAY JANUARY 6 6:45 AM People of the Parish8:00 AM Living & Dec’d Members of the

Rosary Altar Society9:30 AM James Malloch

11:00 AM Nancy CarlucciaMONDAY JANUARY 7

7:30 AM Nick DiPietroTUESDAY JANUARY 8

7:30 AM Joan & Bernie Lewis8:15 AM Ann & Hugo Vicari

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 9 7:30 AM John Nocera8:15 AM Carmella Barry

THURSDAY JANUARY 10 7:30 AM Barbara Cavallaro Szulecki8:15 AM Carmella Barry

FRIDAY JANUARY 11 7:30 AM God’s Blessing on Ann Pinto

SATURDAY JANUARY 12 8:15 AM J. Thadeus Tooey4:00 PM Maurenn Loffredo

SUNDAY JANUARY 13 6:45 AM Daniel Halleran8:00 AM Living & Dec’d Members of the

Holy Name Society9:30 AM People of the Parish

11:00 AM Margaret Sarzynski

SUNDAY JANUARY 6 LOCATION

Masses ChurchBaptism 12:30 PM Church

MONDAY JANUARY 7 Rosary Altar Mtg 12:00 PM Parish HallRosary for Life 1:30 PM ChapelCCD 4:30 PM Rm. A & CCub Scouts 6:00 PM Parish HallKnight of Columbus 8:00 PM Room A

TUESDAY JANUARY 8

Bingo 11:00 AM Parish HallCCD 4:30 PM Rm AChildren’s Choir 6:00 PM ChurchAlanon 7:00 PM Parish Hall

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 9

Community Luncheon 12:00 PM Parish HallCCD 4:30 PM A & CBoys Scouts 6:30 PM Parish HallYouth Choir Practice 7:15 PM Church

THURSDAY JANUARY 10 CCD 4:30 PM Rm. CAdult Choir Practice 7:15 PM ChurchAA 7:30 PM Parish Hall

FRIDAY JANUARY 11 Eucharistic Adoration 8:00 AM ChapelChildren of Light 7:00 PM Parish Hall

SATURDAY JANUARY 12 2nd Grade Parent Mtg. 1:00 PM ChurchVigil Mass 4:00 PM ChurchRCIA 5:00 PM Parish Hall

““LORD, EV ERY N A TION ON EA RTH W ILL A DORE YOU”

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Welcome into God’s Family Cora Marie Cammacho

Wedding Banns III. Frank Marinello, III & Michele Mongiovi

“REMEMBERING OUR SICK” LIST IS FOR THOSE PARISHIONERS WHO ARE IN NEED OF SPECIAL PRAYERS. THEY WILL REMAIN ON THE LIST FOR FOUR WEEKS. IF EXTENDED PRAYERS ARE NEEDED, PLEASE CONTACT VISITATION’S PRAYER CHAIN AT 848-373-4239.

PLEASE REMEMBER TO KEEP OUR DIOCESAN BISHOP AND PRIESTS IN YOUR PRAYERS!

In Your Charity please pray for the happy repose of the souls of deceased members of the Parish, your

friends, relatives and benefactors especially James McConnell and Salvator DiGregoli.

NEXT WEEKEND THERE WILL BE ONE COLLECTION

HOUSE BLESSING If you wish to have a blessing ofyour home, please contact the rectory office at 732-477-0028ext.201 to schedule a time for a Priest or Deacon to visit.

ROSARY ALTAR MEETING The regular monthly meeting of the Rosary Altar Society will be on January 7th at noon. All ladies of the parish are invited to attend.

END OF YEAR TAX STATEMENT If you would like an end of the year tax contribution statement, please call Denise Patetta at the rectory office at ext. 201 or e-mail your request todpatetta@visitationRCchurch.org. If you have received a statement in the past you will automatically receive one this year in the mail around January 31, 2019

Reflections for The Epiphany of the Lord

The visit of the Magi occurs directly before the story of the Holy Family’s flight into Egypt. Matthew’s Gospel tells a version of Jesus’ birth that is different than the one in Luke. Of the actual birth of Jesus, Matthew tells us little more than, “When Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, in the days of King Herod . . . ” The story of the census is found only in Luke’s Gospel, but we hear about the visit of the Magi only in Matthew’s Gospel.

We know little about the Magi. They come from the East and journey to Bethlehem, following an astrological sign, so we believe them to be astrologers. We assume that there were three Magi based upon the naming of their three gifts. The Gospel does not say how many Magi paid homage to Jesus. In Matthew’s Gospel, they represent the Gentiles’ search for a savior. Because the Magi represent the entire world, they also represent our search for Jesus.

We have come to consider the gifts they bring as a foreshadowing of Jesus’ role in salvation. We believe the meaning of the gifts to be Christological. Gold is presented as representative of Jesus’ kingship. Frankincense is a symbol of his divinity because priests burned the substance in the Temple. Myrrh, which was used to prepare the dead for burial, is offered in anticipation of Jesus’ death.

The word Epiphany means “manifestation” or “showing forth.” Historically several moments in Christ’s early life and ministry have been celebrated as “epiphanies,” including his birth in Bethlehem, the visit of the visit of the Magi, his baptism by John, and his first miracle at Cana. Loyola Press

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It is hard to believe that one year has ended and another has begun. Some people may remember this past year with great fondness and are eager to start this year with resolutions abounding. Others may be rather shocked that we are still in the same place in our family or work life and are eagerly ready to chart a different path at the start of this year.

Wherever we find ourselves, we certainly know that a new year often brings resolutions that many of us choose to make. We are probably also aware, that the resolutions we make at the start of a year are not typically something that lasts throughout the year. However, the beginning of a year gives us a chance to examine our state in life once again. What blessings were bestowed upon this past year or what blessings did we miss. What do we hope for at the start of this year? Where have we been and where are going in regards to our faith, family, work and community.

We must always ask ourselves these important questions. Our Catholic faith: How seriously have we been practicing our faith and striving to influence the world around us with that faith. Do we know our faith and are we bringing it with us into the world so that we can be a witness for others to see? Our family: Are we striving to make our family a place where we care for one another in order to help each person reach the potential that they have been given. For parents this is obviously of the utmost importance as the primary models of what it means to be a person of faith living in an increasingly secular world. Our work: If we are working or retired, how are we using the gifts God has given us to make a contribution to the world around us through our witness of faith? Our community: We encounter one another in our families and in our work; however, we also know that we live in a community. What are we doing to influence the community around us with our faith so that the Church can continue to grow and expand in the local community in which we live.

We ask these questions at the start of a year, however, these are questions we ask all throughout the year. While we may strive to make changes in our lives at the start of a year, yet, we also know that the world around us continues on its path. What have we done, and what are we doing, as a people of faith to influence and change the world the world in which we live.

VOLUNTEER TELEPHONE HOTLINE Contact of Ocean & Monmouth counties is beginning a free 12 week training program (one night a week) for 24 hour Telephone Crisis Intervention & First call for help. The program begins Thursday, January 17, 2019 at the Chelsea at Brick, 458 Jack Martin Blvd. Brick from 6:30 – 9:30 PM. For more information, call 732-240-6104 or visit www.contactoceanmonmouth.org.

MARCH FOR LIFE IN WASHINGTON, DC FRIDAY, JANUARY 18, 2019

We need our voices to be heard and our presence to be felt in Washington. The bus will be departing from St. Peter’s, Point Pleasant Beach 7:00 AM sharp, returning approximately 9:00 PM. Bring lunch and snacks. We will be stopping for a buffet dinner at the Golden Coral on the return trip at your own expense. Cost per person is a donation of $10.00; checks made payable to

St. Peters Church. The March begins with a rally on the mall, or you are free to move about on your own. Weboard the bus for home at 3:45 and depart at 4:00 PM sharp. Reserve your seat by calling Ellen Conaghan at 732-899-7322.

If you cannot make the trip to Washington, join us to pray the 4 Mysteries of the Rosary in support of the March for Life in Washington D.C. in the Daily Chapel, January 18 from 2:00 –3:00 PM.

BAPTISM OF THE LORD – JANUARY 13 The Baptism of the Lord is celebrated on Sunday, January 13th this year. It marks the end of the Christmas season. Ordinary time begins on Monday, January 14. You are welcome to take live poinsettia plants from the altar AFTER the 11:00 Mass on Sunday, January 13th.

FROM THE DESK OFFFr. JJoseph Jakub

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BLESS YOUR DOOR ON EPIPHANY

The gospel tells us that the magi found Christ “on entering the house.” The door to your home is a holy threshold. You can bless those who come in and go out by inscribing above the door in chalk the first two numbers of the year +C+M+B+ the last two numbers of the year. (20+C+M+B+19) Tradition tells us that the letters stand for the names of the magi: Caspar, Melchior and Balthasar. Adolph Adam points out that it may also mean “Christus mansionem benedicat” or “May Christ bless this dwelling.” It’s appropriate to bless your door in January—janua means “door” and the first month is the door to the New Year. After inscribing the doorway, say this prayer:

God of Bethlehem and Cana,God of Jordan’s leaping waters,

in baptism you bring usinto your family.

You wed us and embrace usas your beloved.

May we fill this placewith kindness to one another,

with hospitality to guests,and with abundant care

for every stranger.By the gentle light of a star,

guide home all who seek youon paths of faith, hope and love.Then we will join the angels in

proclaiming your praise:Glory in heaven and peace on earth,

now and forever. Amen.

Then sing a Christmas carol.

MUSIC MINISTRY CONCERT Once again, our Music Ministry Christmas Concert, under the direction of Natalya Bencivenga was a huge success. This very talented group of people never disappoints us. Thank you for a beautiful afternoon of music. We sing praise to you!!!

BEGINNING 2019 The Prayer to St. Michael will be said immediately after the final Blessing and Dismissal at all weekend and daily Masses as part of our prayer for healing in our Church. The prayer can be found on the back cover of the missalettes. Friday Eucharistic Adoration will take place immediately following the 7:30 AM daily Mass in the Rectory chapel. This will be in addition to the current first Friday Adorations every month. Sign-up sheets for Adoration coverage will be available in the chapel and the church; the response will determine how long Adoration can take place. Also as part of our prayer for healing, it is a special opportunity to spend some time

before our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament.

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Church of the Visitation Monthly 50/50Annual Subscriptions Available for 2019

Annual subscriptions make great gifts for yourself, family, friends, and others (i.e. hairdresser, teacher, paper carrier, etc.).

It’s a gift they'll remember all year long.The proceeds from this major fundraiser are used for a wide variety of maintenance and renovation projects.

A $20 annual subscription gives you one ticket in each monthly drawing throughout 2019.All ticket holders must be 18 years of age or over.

Completed forms must be returned by January 25, 2019, to assure entry in the January 27th drawing. Simply mail back, bring to the rectory or place in the collection basket. A certificate with your raffle number (for yourself and/or gift recipients) will be mailed to you. For questions or more information, call 732-477-7059 ext. 216 or e-mail vcottrell@visitationRCchurch.org.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Number of subscriptions for Purchaser (self) _____ x $20.00 = $__________ Number of Gift subscriptions _____ x $20.00 = $__________

Total amount enclosed $__________

Purchaser:

Name: _________________________________________ Phone _______________________________

Street: _________________________________________ City/St/Zip____________________________

Each subscription has 12 chances to win –1 for each monthly drawing. Use a separate piece of paper for additional gifts.All ticket holders must be 18 years of age or over.

Gift Recipient Name: _____________________________________ Phone: _______________________

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RCIAADULTS 18 and older who wish to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation, sessions are now forming. It is necessary for you to have received Baptism and Holy Communion in the Catholic Church; you should be an active Catholic and your marriage should be in accordance with the laws of the Church. Our first class will begin on January 27, 2019 after the 4:00 PM Mass in the Parish Hall. There are 10 instruction weeks, 1 Retreat; and a prayer and practice session the day of the Confirmation. Confirmation will be on the 20th of April 2019 at 8:00 pm (the Vigil of Easter). There will be an Orientation Session on Friday, January 26, 2019.The regular sessions start at the Saturday 4:00 pm Liturgy of the Word and continue in the Parish Hall until 6:30 pm. Refreshments are served. Registration forms are available by request at dzanetti@visitationrcchurch.org, or call Dale Zanetti, in the Adult Faith Formation Office at 732-477-7059 ext. 214. You may also register at Orientation on Friday, January 26, 2019.

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LATE NITE CATECHISM LAS VEGAS: SISTER ROLLS THE DICE!

Church of the Visitation presents a chapter in the hilarious hit Late Nite Catechism series, Late Nite Catechism: Sister Rolls the Dice. It will be presented by Entertainment Events, Inc. The convent needs a new roof, so Sister is organizing a Las Vegas night! Sister will

tackle topics ranging from Magicians and Show Girls to live animal acts and the dangers of drive-through marriage chapels. Bring the whole family and join Sister for this new sinfully funny show! Don’t forget: “What happens in Vegas may stay in Vegas”, but God sees everything! Coming to the Visitation Parish Hall on Sunday, March 31 at 2 PM. General Seating Tickets are $25, Teachers Pet Section Tickets are $30..

For Reservations or questions call 732-475-0048, fill out the form below and return to the rectory office (Attn: Late Nite Catechism, 730 Lynnwood Ave.), or visit our websitewww.visitationRCchurch.org/social-events to make and pay for your reservations.

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“LORD GIVE ME PATIENCE. NOW”

Followers of Jesus are called to treat everyone with love. Yet many of us find that it is hard to be patient with others, but patience is a key ingredient necessary to showing love. To acquire it, practice makes patience.Exercise.Patience is like a muscle. We need to exercise it every day, but in a society of instant everything, we are losing opportunities. Find ways to practice such as reading a book all the way through without skipping to the end. Plant a seed and care for it until it blooms. Cook from scratch. Then patience will be available when you need it.Learn your warning signs.Take note of events that make your heart race, your palms sweat, or your breath quicken so that you can identify and anticipate challenges to your patience before they happen.Flip it around.Impatience with others often comes from imposing our ideas on them. What if you were expected to live or act according to someone else’s ideas or opinions? You probably wouldn’t like it. Try practicing acceptance of others instead.Step out of it.Often we get annoyed because we assume what others do is meant to offend. In fact, it is likely that others’ actions are intended to be personal. Give people the benefit of the doubt from the first.

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STAFF E-MAIL ADDRESSES, MINISTRIES AND ORGANIZATIONS If you wish to reach a staff member via e-mail, please find a list of each staff’s email address below:

Liturgical MinistriesEXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF COMMUNION distributes Holy Communion at Masses, as well as to the homebound, hospitalized, nursing home, and senior housing residents. 732-477-9672, ext. 216 – Vicki Cottrell orvcottrell@visitationrcchurch.orgLECTORS enhance the community’s celebration of the Mass by meaningful reading of God’s Word and by providing direction and overviews during the Liturgy. 732-477-9672, ext. 216 – Vicki Cottrell or vcottrell@visitationrcchurch.orgLITURGY TEAM meets monthly to plan liturgical and worship services that are meaningful and spiritual. 732-477-9672 ext. 217 Natalya Bencivenga or nbencivenga@visitationrcchurch.orgART AND ENVIRONMENT TEAM visually enhances the celebration of the Mass by providing decorations that highlight the liturgical seasons. – Fr. Ed 732-477-9672, ext. 201 MUSIC MINISTRY spiritually enhances the celebration of the Liturgy. We are always seeking individuals who would like to share their gift of music through songs and prayers. 732-477-9672, ext. 217 - Natalya Bencivenga or nbencivenga@visitationrcchurch.orgUSHERS promote hospitality by assisting parishioners, taking up collections and preparing Offertory gifts for presentation at Mass. 732-262-4186 – Kathy CifelliVISITATION ALTAR SERVERS TEAM see Youth Ministry

Sacrament PreparationBAPTISMAL TEAM assists the Priests and Deacons with Baptismal Formation Sessions, as well as the actual ceremony. 732-477-9028 - Donna Stawicki or Baptism@visitationRCchurch.orgRCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) is the process used to welcome those who wish to complete some or all of the sacraments of initiation in the Church. 732-477-9672, ext. 214 - Dale Zanetti or dzanetti@visitationrcchurch.org

Education and Evangelization MinistriesADULT FAITH FORMATION provides educational and growth opportunities for parish adults. 732-477-9672, ext. 214 - Dale Zanetti or dzanetti@visitationrcchurch.orgBIBLE SHARING offers day and evening sessions to all who wish to deepen their understanding of Scripture. 732-477-9672 ext. 214 - Dale Zanetti or dzanetti@visitationrcchurch.orgEVANGELIZATION TEAM promotes and fosters evangelization in all ministries by reaching out and encouraging all to live life as active Catholics. 732-477-9672, ext. 218 - Deacon Salvatore Vicari or ext. 214 - Dale Zanetti or dzanetti@visitationrcchurch.orgRELIGIOUS EDUCATION (CCD) meets on Sunday from 9:15 to 10:30 AM in the Lake Riviera Middle School and weekdays in the church rectory during the school year. Pre-registration is required. 732-477-5217- Nancy Grodberg or ngrodberg@visitationrcchurch.org

Prayer GroupsCHILDREN OF LIGHT CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP meets Friday evenings to pray, share scripture, praise God, give and discuss teachings and share fellowship. 732-255-2728 - Paul Rollis or paulrollis63@gmail.comPRAYER CHAIN is for anyone who feels the need for prayer or would like to join the group. 848-373-4239.

Pastoral Care MinistriesBEREAVEMENT TEAM is in the process of reforming. Contact Fr. Ed at the rectory or info@visitationRCchurch.org.FUNERAL LITURGY MINISTRY helps plan liturgy for funeral masses. 732-477-5217 – Nancy Grodberg.VISITATION CAREGIVERS provide supportive services to the frail elderly and homebound in our community such as friendly visits, food shopping, transportation to medical appointments and respite care for families. 732-505-2273 ext. 211- Mary Malagiere or marym@caregivervolunteers.org

REV. EDWARD H. BLANCHETT ~ PASTORpastored@visitationRCchurch.orgREV. JOSEPH JAKUB ~ PAROCHIAL VICARfrjakub@visitationRCchurch.orgDEACON SALVATORE VICARIdeaconsal@visitationRCchurch.orgVICKI COTTRELL ~PASTORAL/BUSINESS ADMINISTRATORvcottrell@visitationRCchurch.org

DENISE PATETTA ~ PARISH SECRETARY/BULLETIN EDITORdpatetta@visitationRCchurch.orgCARL MAURER ~ FACILITIES MANAGERcmaurer@visitationRCchurch.org

NATALYA BENCIVENGA ~ MUSIC DIRECTORnbencivenga@visitationRCchurch.orgNANCY GRODBERG ~ RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COORDINATORngrodberg@visitationRCchurch.orgDEE DETURO ~ RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ASSISTANTddeturo@visitationRCchurch.orgDALE ZANETTI ~ ADULT FAITH FORMATION COORDINATORdzanetti@visitationRCchurch.orgRICHARD SCHULER ~ BOOKEEPERrschuler@visitationRCchurch.orgCHRISTIE WINTERS – YOUTH/ YOUNG ADULT COORDINATORcwinters@visitationRCchurch.org

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Social Ministries/ActivitiesBINGO is held in the Parish Hall on Tuesdays at 11:00 AM 732-475-0589– Cathy or Bingo@visitationRCchurch.org.EVENT DEVELOPMENT TEAM meets as needed to develop and implement social activities (such as the Gift Auction and Wine Tasting/Art Auction) for the purpose of raising money for the building fund. 732-477-9672, ext. 216 – Vicki Cottrell-vcottrell@visitationrcchurch.org

ServicesANNULMENT TEAMS are available to assist a parishioner in rectifying his/her marital status in accordance with the law of the Catholic Church and enable parish members to participate in a full Christian life 732-477-7059 ext. 218 – Deacon Salvatore Vicari, 848-333-2671 – Eleanor Troiano, 732-477-7059 ext. 103 Joan Olden

Social ConcernsCOMMUNITY LUNCH provides lunch Wednesdays each week to members of the parish and community. 732-255-2835 - Isabel Kronicz or fkronicz@comcast.netRESPECT LIFE focuses on pro-life issues and needs through education and support of other organizations in support of pro-life issues. The group gathers weekly to recite the Rosary. . 732-920-9006 – Pat GiganteST. VINCENT DE PAUL operates the Thrift Shop in the old church and manages the funds from the poor boxes to assist the less fortunate in our parish and the surrounding community. Donations of nonperishable food are accepted at the doors of the Church to assist the hungry of the community. 732-477-9672, ext. 160

Youth Ministries/ActivitiesCHILDREN’S CHOIR welcomes all from 3 to 12 years of age to share their love for Jesus through music. No tryouts are required. 732-477-9672 ext. 217 – Natalya Bencivenga or nbencivenga@visitationrcchurch.orgVISITATION ALTAR SERVERS TEAM provides assistance to the Priest in celebration of the Mass and other liturgical celebrations Open to all adults and boys and girls third grade and higher who have received their Holy Communion 732-903-4290 – John McCoyor vast@visitationRCchurch.org 732-477-7059 ext. 221 – Fr. Jakub or frjakub@visitationRCchurch.orgVISITATION YOUTH MINISTRY provides a safe place for high school teenagers to come together, meet new people, and have fun while serving God and the community. For additional information please contact 732-477-7059 ext. 105 – Christie or cwinters@visitationrcchurch.orgVISITATION YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY provides an opportunity for all between the ages of 18 to 39 looking to grow and deepen their faith in Catholicism to join our local Catholic young adult community. For additional information please contact 732-477-7059 ext. 105 –Christie or cwinters@visitationrcchurch.org

Temporal WelfareBUILDING AND GROUNDS TEAM works to improve and enhance the appearance and safety of the existing church, former church, rectory building, and the associated grounds. The goal of this team is to adhere to all current safety and building codes and ensure that the house of God is maintained in an appropriate manner. - Fr. Ed 732-477-9672, ext. 201FINANCE COUNCIL oversees the financial aspects of the parish 732-477-9672, ext. 216 – Arnie Vicidomini

OrganizationsAA MEETINGS are held on Thursdays at 7:30 PM in the parish hall.ALANON MEETINGS are held on Tuesdays at 7:00 PM in the parish hall.CUB SCOUT PACK #38 is sponsored by the Rosary Altar Society, 732-691-7106 - Meghanburdge@gmail.comBOY SCOUT TROOP #38 is sponsored by the Holy Name Society.732-997-8933 – Benjamin Brouwer or benmbrouwer@gmail.comHOLY NAME OF JESUS SOCIETY promotes respect for the Holy Name of Jesus and His Holy Catholic Church. Society members attend the 8:00 AM Mass and meet monthly 609-234-4437 – Richard Bencivenga or visitation.holyname@gmail.comKNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS #836 work with the local parish and contribute many hours of volunteer work to our community annually.732-600-1029 – Andrew Kelly or andrekelly3@me.comROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY honors the Blessed Virgin Mary to secure her patronage through the daily recitation of the Rosary for the spiritual benefit of the parish community. Members attend the 8:00 AM Mass and meet monthly. 732-295-1812 – Rose Marie DiGiovanni or digioro1@yahoo.com

Consult the Parish Events Calendar on our parish website (www.visitationRCchurch.org) for the most current schedule of meeting dates, times, and locations. Information in the Calendar of Events section of the bulletin is current as of bulletin publication.

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