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Church of the Visitation

755 Mantoloking Road Brick, N.J. 08723

Rectory Office Phone

: 732-477-0028

Religious Education:

732-477-5217

Rectory Fax:

732-477-1274

Rectory Address

: 730 Lynnwood Ave. Brick, NJ

Website

: www.visitationrcchurch.org

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VERY REV. EDWARD H. BLANCHETT, PASTOR, EXT. 201

REV. MICHAEL KENNEDY, PAROCIAL VICAR, EXT. 207

Assisting Priests

Rev. Richard Carlson Rev. Msgr. Leonard Troiano 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 Religious

Vicki 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 AdultFaith

Youth/Young Adult Ministry Formation

Leader Carl Maurer, Ext 215

Facilities Manager

Paul Hegadorn Karen Smith Parish Trustees

RECTORY OFFICE HOURS

Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM 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

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. Please contact Deacon Sal Vicari at ext. 218 to make arrangements.

Marriages

The 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.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

This is the process by which adults become full, active, participating members of the Catholic Church. Please call Dale Zanetti at ext. 214 for more information.

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 3:00 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

Elevator is located on the side of the Church near the Bell Tower

Elevator is located on the side of the Church near the Bell Tower

LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST

Weekend: Saturday 4:00 Sunday: 9:00 & 11:00 AM

Daily: Monday – Friday 7:30 (Church)

Saturday - 8:15 PM (Church

Holy Days

:

See Current Bulletin

Fri. Jan. 1 ~ Solemnity of Mary Sun. April 4 ~ Easter

Thurs. May 13 ~ Ascension Thursday Thurs. Aug. 15 ~ Assumption of Mary Sun. Nov. 1 ~ Feast of All Saints Tues. Dec. 8 ~ Immaculate Conception Sat. Dec. 25 ~ Christmas

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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, 23-25

Tuesday: 1 Jn 4:7-10; Ps 72:1-2, 3-4, 7-8; Mk

6:34-44

Wednesday: 1 Jn 4:11-18; Ps 72:1-2, 10, 12-13;

Mk 6:45-52

Thursday: 1 Jn 4:19 — 5:4; Ps 72: 1-2, 14, 15bc,

17; Lk 4:14-22

Friday: 1 Jn 5:5-13; Ps 147:12-13, 14-15, 19-20;

Lk 5:12-16

Saturday: 1 Jn 5:14-21; Ps 149:1-2, 3-4, 5-6a, 9b;

Jn 3:22-30

Sunday: Is 42:1-4, 6-7 or Is 55:1-11; Ps 29:1-2,

3-4, 3, 9-10 or Is 12:2-3, 4bcd, 5-6; Acts 10:34-38 or

1 Jn 5:1-9; Mk 1:7-11

Special announcement for Catholic Married

Couples! In observance of World Marriage Day

(Sunday, February 14, 2021) and National Marriage

Week (February 7-14, 2021), the Diocese of

Trenton has launched an exciting new web resource

for Catholic married couples to enhance their

marriage in three important ways: 1)

Reconnect

with Your Spouse

, 2)

Make Your Marriage Even

Better

, and 3

) Serve Others in Your Marriage.

Find

all

this

and

more

at

www.dioceseoftrenton.org/world-marriage-day-for-couples

- what every couple needs to make their

marriage

extraordinary!

(Part

of

the

BuildingStrongMarriages.org

initiative of the

Diocese of Trenton)

To commemorate World Marriage Day (Sunday,

February 14) and National Marriage Week

(February 7 – 14), the Diocese of Trenton will host

a special livestreamed event for all Catholic

families –

The Cana Rosary for Marriage -

from

7:00 pm to 8:00 pm each evening, Sunday, February

7 through Saturday, February 14, 2021. This

recitation of the rosary and reflection on marriage

will be led by a different couple each evening; it

will help all couples rely on our Most Holy Mother

Mary to assist with their greatest needs and bring

them closer to the Lord. All information for this

event

can

be

found

at

www.dioceseoftrenton.org/world-marriage-day

.

Candles for the Week

Blessed Mother Candle

is “In Loving Memory” of

Joseph & Emilia Valle

Sacred Heart Candle

is “God’s Blessing” on

Fr. Al Ricciardelli

Church Sanctuary Candle

“God’s Blessing” on

Priest & Deacons of Visitation

Chapel Sanctuary Candle

“God’s Blessing” on

Bishop David O’Connell

THIS WEEK, JANUARY 3; THERE WILL BE ONE COLLECTION

NEXT WEEK, JANUARY 10, THERE WILL BE TWO COLLECTIONS

REGULAR & LATIN AMERICA

SATURDAY

JANUARY 2

4:00 PM Stephen Dillon

SUNDAY

JANUARY 3

9:00 AM Living & Deceased Members of the

Rosary Altar Society & Kathy Cifelli

11:00 AM People of the Parish

MONDAY

JANUARY 4

7:30 AM God’s Blessing on Stacey Ziegler

TUESDAY

JANUARY 5

7:30 AM Brenda Coticelli

WEDNESDAY

JANUARY 6

7:30 AM Mario Blanco

THURSDAY

JANUARY 7

7:30 AM Ann Vicari

FRIDAY

JANUARY 8

7:30 AM Laura May

SATURDAY

JANUARY 9

8:15 AM

Kenneth Castro

4:00 PM

Kathy Cifelli

SUNDAY

JANUARY 10

9:00 AM Living & Deceased Members of the

Holy Name Society

11:00 AM People of the Parish

MASSES LIVE STREAMED THROUGH OUR

WEBSITE OR YOUTUBE CHANNEL

(SEE COVER FOR ADDRESSES)

4:00 PM & 11:00 AM MASSES ARE

IN CHURCH WITH CONGREGATION

NO LIVE STREAMING

9:00 AM WITH CONGREGATION AND

LIVE STREAMED WITH COMMUNION

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“LORD, EVERY NATION ON EARTH WILL ADORE YOU”

“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.

In Your Charity

please pray for the

happy repose of the souls of deceased

members of the Parish, your friends,

relatives and benefactors, especially;

Thomas Carpenter

All who have died from COVID-19.

PLEASE CONTACT THE RECTORY OFFICE IF YOU KNOW OF A PARISHIONER WHO HAS PASSED AWAY SO WE MAY INCLUDE THEM IN OUR PRAYERS.

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

HOW WILL YOU BE REMEMBERED?

Please consider “Creating a

Legacy” that will last for

generations to come. When you

remember

Church

of

the

Visitation in your will, you will

help to provide for the many organizations and

ministries after you are gone. For more information,

please contact the Parish office at 732-477-7059 ext.

216.

SACRIFICIAL GIVING

Regular

$6,413.88

On Line

$1,926.60

Total

$8,340.48

Thank you and God bless you for your continued

support to Visitation!

During this most difficult time in the

Churches history, we ask you to please

continue to support your Parish with

your weekly offering to the Church.

You can either set up your On-line Giving by

visiting us at

www.visitationrcchurch.org

drop off

your envelopes to the Rectory Office in the outside

mail box or mail you weekly offering to the Rectory

office at Church of the Visitation, 730 Lynnwood

Ave., Brick, NJ 08723.

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 Magi, his baptism by John, and his

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This week we celebrated two important feasts as part of the Octave of Christmas: the feast of the Holy

Innocents and the feast of Mary, Mother of God. Both these feasts reflect essential aspects of our faith. The

sanctity of human life and the divinity of Christ (additionally, the uniqueness of Mary in salvation history). Like

all of the Church's teachings we are confronted with a challenge. Because in one way or another, all Catholic

teachings are counter cultural. They always have been. SO we are challenged to ask ourselves, “Do I really

believe all human life to be sacred, endowed with dignity directly from God?” Can I assent to the insight that

each life is the result of the thought of God, unique and unrepeatable, to use Pope emeritus Benedict XVI’s

words? Do I really believe that Christ is the Son of God, the second person of the Holy Trinity? Does my life

reflect this belief? These are questions that we should meditate on and struggle with and we enter a new and

hopefully different year.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Communion continues to be offered, following the Sunday 9:00 AM

live-streamed Mass, from 10:00 - 10:15AM.

For those in the parking lot waiting to receive Communion you can tune in to your FM

radio station 107.7 to hear the live streamed Mass. In any case, although the obligation to

attend Mass continues to be suspended, you are strongly encouraged to either watch the

live-streamed Mass later by visiting our YouTube page at

(

www.youtube.com/VisitationRomanCatholicChurch

) or a Mass broadcast on television.

Please note that the above information is current as Thursday morning (when the bulletin is submitted) and

some of it may have changed since then. For the most up-to-date information, please visit our parish website at

www.visitationrcchurch.org

, go to our Facebook page at

www.facebook.com/VisitationRomanCatholicChurch

or (ideally) our Flocknotes eCommunity at

www.flocknote.com/churchofthevisitation

(to sign up easily just text

VisitationBrick to 84576 on your smartphone.)

The Mass Reservation System will be opening

Monday Morning for the upcoming weekend Masses

ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY

The next meeting of the Rosary Altar Society will be Tuesday January 5. Members meet in the Parish Hall at

10:00 to recite the Rosary. There will be a short meeting following the recitation of the Rosary.

REFRESHMENTS WILL NOT BE SERVED

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNER OF OUR DECEMBER 50/50

Lynn Stulz was the winner of $367 in our final 50/50 drawing. Many thanks to everyone who

participated in our Annual 50/50 through the years. We appreciate your support.

God bless!

AS OF THE WRITING OF THIS BULLETIN, WE ARE AWARE THAT YOUR ENVELOPES MAY NOT

HAVE ARRIVED. THEY WERE SENT FROM THE ENVELOPE COMPANY ON NOVEMBER 30,

HOWEVER WITH THE TEMPORARY CLOSING OF MANY OF THE POSTAL FACILTIES DUE TO

COVID, WE HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO TRACK THEM. WE HAVE BEEN ASSURED THEY ARE

PROBALY SITTING IN A WAREHOSUE AWAITING DISTRIBUTION. IN THE MEANTIME, PLEASE

PUT YOUR WEEKLY DONATION IN AN ENVELOPE MARKED WITH YOUR NAME AND ENVELOPE

NUMBER IF YOU KNOW IT (WE CAN TRACK YOUR ACCOUNT BY YOUR LAST NAME). IF YOU

DONATE BY CASH, PLEASE PUT YOUR CASH IN THE ENVELOPE WITH YOUR NAME ON THE

FRONT AS WELL. MANY THANKS FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING!

FROM THE DESK OF

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JANUARY 3, 2021

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An Act of Spiritual Communion is

proposed for the faithful who are

temporarily unable to receive

the Eucharist:

“My Jesus, I believe that You are present in

the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above

all things, and I desire to receive You into

my soul. Since I cannot at this

moment receive You sacramentally, come at

least spiritually into my heart. I embrace

You as if You were already there and unite

myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be

separated from You. Amen.”

Exposition of the Blessed

Sacrament will be live

streamed Monday-Friday

from 8:00 -9:00 AM

(immediately following

live-streamed daily Mass) from

the Church

ONLINE GIVING

One time or recurring donations can be made

through our secure on-line partner using direct debit

from bank account or credit cards. You can designate

the fund that you wish to donate to. You can modify

your donation at any time.

Using our ON LINE

GIVING SYSTEM you can manage your account

through your PC, tablet or

phone You can even

"quick-donate" via text message to

7325079477

(standard text

messaging fees may apply).

See

the parish Web site or scan the

QR code at right. Thank you

for your prayerful generosity!

SAINT MICHAEL PRAYER

"

Saint Michael

the Archangel, defend us in battle.

Be our protection against the wickedness and snares

of the devil; May God rebuke him, we humbly

pray

;

And do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the

power of God, thrust into hell Satan and all evil

spirits who wander through the world for the ruin of

souls”.

Amen

VOLUNTEER INTEREST

Please let us know if you are interested in helping

Visitation maintain a Safe and Respectful Liturgical

Environment with tasks such as Sanitizing, Parking

Lot Flow, Parishioner Flow to help maintain social

distancing, and other activities. Please call

732-475-0048 and leave your name and phone number.

PLEASE SUPPORT OUR ADVERTISERS.

THEY MAKE OUR BULLETIN POSSIBLE.

ADVERTISER OF THE WEEK

SILVERTON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME

For bulletin advertising information, please call

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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.

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 to dpatetta@visitationRCchurch.org. If you have received a statement in the past

you will automatically receive one this year in the mail by January 29, 2021

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT

"The Church of the Visitation is a Roman Catholic Community. We are committed to the Father,

Son, and Holy Spirit, for the needs of people, through prayer, service, friendship and love. Our

commitment is expressed in Sacramental and Gospel interaction.

Through Ministry and Stewardship we give greater glory to God."

HAVE YOU MADE YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION YET? TIME IS RUNNING OUT!

Make next year be the year that you enrich your spare time and let the Lord know

how grateful you are for all he has done for you. There are many opportunities to

share your time and talents as we work together to develop an environment that

will ensure that our church will live on for generations to come. Please contact

any of the listed ministries/organizations listed on pages 9 & 10 for additional

information or volunteer opportunities

If anyone serves me, he must follow me; and where I am, there will my servant be also.

If anyone serves me, the Father will honor him. John 12:26

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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+21) 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 us

into your family.

You wed us and embrace us

as your beloved.

May we fill this place

with 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 you

on 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.

SHORROCK SECRET SANTA

Many thanks to those who so graciously donated items of need to the residents

of Shorrock Nursing Home for Christmas.

We are so grateful for your generosity and for all you do for the community.

“Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put

into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.” Luke 6:38

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HOW SHOULD I WEAR A FACE COVERING?

WE DON’T LIKE TO BE REDUNDANT BUT...SOME OF US

ARE SLIPPING...LITERALLY

Many people are taking baby steps venturing out of their homes during the Pandemic. We have welcomed

those who want to come into the Church to celebrate Mass with us with open arms. Some people have come

to or called the Rectory office voicing their concerns that they are worried as people are not properly covering

their faces. We understand the inconvenience of wearing a face mask; it’s too hot, it’s hard to breathe, it’s

itchy, it’s uncomfortable; however let’s work together for the safety of all of us. If you see someone wearing

their mask improperly, for the safety of those of us in Church, in a very nice way, remind them of the proper

way to wear a mask. Remember, the Bishop has continued the dispensation to attend mass, so if you feel that

you are not able to wear your mask properly while in Church for Mass, please join us on live stream each

weekday morning (Monday-Friday) at 7:30 am and Saturday morning at 8:15 am and Sunday at 9:00 am.

Let’s help each other stay safe in hopes of preventing another “lock down” and remember to continue to

social distance.

To properly wear a face covering:

Always cover both your mouth and nose.

Ensure it fits snugly but comfortably against the sides of your

face.

Secure it with ties or ear loops.

Press down on th

e area around your nose to make sure the mask

molds to your

face as much as possible

.

As we enter allergy season, please remember if you cough or sneeze to do

so into your mask. DO NOT remove your mask at that time. Discard

your mask after getting home and replace it with a clean fresh mask.

It’s also important to remember that every time you adjust your face

covering or take it on and off, you’re touching your face. Be careful not to

touch your eyes, nose or mouth when removing your face covering, and

wash your hands immediately after doing so.

Help us, help

y

ou to Stay Safe!

Christ Our Light!

Your light rises in our darkness and assures us that you are present with us

and that your powerful closeness to us transforms our fear into hope.

May we join with our Holy Father, Francis, in spreading a "contagion" of

hope "from heart to heart".

Protect all your selfless servants who continue to serve the needs of the

most vulnerable by both hands and heart.

Give our elected leaders wisdom of heart in decision-making that the

common good of our human family may be achieved and the gift of each

person's human dignity respected.

May the new Easter fire of love, energy and resilience burn within our

hearts so that we may give witness to the mystery of your resurrected life

among us and within us.

Amen

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JANUARY 3, 2021

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COMPLETE CARE AT

SHORROCK GARDENS

FREE MEAL EVERY FRIDAY

FOR SENIORS PROGRAM

FROM THE CONVIENCE OF YOUR CAR, PICK

UP A NUTRITIOUS AND DELICIOUS MEAL TO

TAKE HOME.

ENJOY A REHEATABLE ENTRÉE, SIDE DISH,

DESSERT, AND DRINK COMPLIMENTS OF

COMPLETE CARE AT SHORROCK GARDENS.

MEAL PICK UP WILL BE LOCATED IN THE

FRONT OF THE BUILDING

75 Old Toms River Rd. Brick, NJ 08723

PLEASE CALL 732-451-1000

BY WEDNESDAY’S TO RESERVE YOUR MEAL.

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2021 COLLECTION SCHEDULE

WHEREVER THERE ARE TWO ENVELOPES, THERE WILL BE TWO COLLECTIONS

12 JANUARY

1st SOLEMNITY OF MARY

3rd One Envelope 10th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Latin America) 17th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Repair & Maintenance) 24th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Assessment) 31th Two Envelopes

(Regular & St. Vincent de Paul) FEBRUARY

7th One Envelope 14th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Eastern Europe)

17th One Envelope ~ ASH WEDNESDAY

21st Two Envelopes

(Regular & Repair & Maintenance) 28th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Assessment) MARCH

7th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Black & Native America) 14th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Catholic Relief) 21st Two Envelopes

(Regular & Repair & Maintenance) 28th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Assessment) APRIL

2nd One Envelope ~ HOLY LAND

4th One Envelope ~ EASTER

11th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Catholic Home Missions) 18th Two Envelopes

(Repair & Maintenance) 25th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Assessment) MAY

2nd Two Envelopes

(Regular & Community Luncheon) 9th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Catholic Communications) 13th One Envelope~ASCENSION

16th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Repair & Maintenance) 23rd Two Envelopes

(Regular & Assessment) 30th Two Envelopes

(Regular & St. Vincent de Paul) JUNE

6th One Envelope 13th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Peters Pence ~ Holy Father) 20th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Repair & Maintenance) 27th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Assessment)

JULY 4th One Envelope 11th One Envelope 18th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Repair & Maintenance) 25th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Assessment) AUGUST

1st One Envelope 8th One Envelope

15th One Envelope~ASSUMPTION

15th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Repair & Maintenance) 22nd Two Envelopes

(Regular & Assessment) 29th Two Envelopes

(Regular & St. Vincent de Paul) SEPTEMBER

5th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Catholic University) 12th One Envelope

19th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Repair & Maintenance) 26th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Assessment) OCTOBER

3rd Two Envelopes (Regular & All Souls 10th Two Envelopes

(Regular & World Mission Sunday 17th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Repair & Maintenance) 24th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Assessment) 31st Two Envelopes

(Regular & Community Luncheon) NOVEMBER

7th Two Envelopes

(Regular & St. Vincent de Paul) 14th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Human Development) 21st Two Envelopes

(Regular & Repair & Maintenance) 28th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Assessment) DECEMBER

5th One Envelope

8th One Envelope~IMMACULATE CONCEPTION

12th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Religious Retirement) 19th Two Envelopes

(Regular & Repair &Maintenance) 25th One Envelope~CHRISTMAS

26th Two Envelopes (Regular & Assessment)

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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 Ministries

EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF COMMUNIONdistributes Holy Communion at Masses, as well as to the homebound, hospitalized, nursing home, and senior housing residents. 732-477-9672, ext. 216 – Vicki Cottrell or

vcottrell@visitationrcchurch.org

LECTORSenhance 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.org

LITURGY TEAMmeets monthly to plan liturgical and worship services that are meaningful and spiritual. 732-477-9672 ext. 217 Natalya Bencivenga or nbencivenga@visitationrcchurch.org

ART 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 MINISTRYspiritually 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.org USHERSpromote hospitality by assisting parishioners, taking up collections and preparing Offertory gifts for presentation at Mass. 732-262-4186 – Kathy Cifelli

VISITATION ALTAR SERVERS TEAMsee Youth Ministry

Sacrament Preparation

BAPTISMAL TEAMassists the Priests and Deacons with Baptismal Formation Sessions, as well as the actual ceremony. 732-477-9028 - Donna Stawicki or Baptism@visitationRCchurch.org

RCIA (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 Ministries

ADULT FAITH FORMATION provides educational and growth opportunities for parish adults. 732-477-9672, ext. 214 - Dale Zanetti or dzanetti@visitationrcchurch.org

BIBLE 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.org

EVANGELIZATION TEAMpromotes 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.org MEN’S GROUP meets every other Monday evening in Rectory Room C to study the Word of God, faith sharing and fellowship. 201-747-8631 Chris Pozo or chrispozo@optonline.net

RELIGIOUS 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 Groups

CHILDREN OF LIGHT CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUPmeets Friday evenings to pray, share scripture, praise God, give and discuss teachings and share fellowship. 732-255-2728 - Paul Rollis or paulrollis63@gmail.com

PRAYER CHAINis for anyone who feels the need for prayer or would like to join the group. 848-373-4239.

Pastoral Care Ministries

BEREAVEMENT TEAMis in the process of reforming. Contact Fr. Ed at the rectory or info@visitationRCchurch.org.

FUNERAL LITURGY MINISTRYhelps 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.

NATALYA BENCIVENGA~ MUSIC DIRECTOR

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NANCY GRODBERG ~ RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COORDINATOR

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RICHARD SCHULER ~ BOOKEEPER

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CARL MAURER ~ FACILITIES MANAGER

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CHRISTIE WINTERS – YOUTH/ YOUNG ADULT COORDINATOR

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rschuler@visitationrcchurch.org vcottrell@visitationrcchurch.org REV. EDWARD H. BLANCHETT ~ PASTOR

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REV. MICHAEL KENNEDY ~ PAROCIAL VICAR

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DEACON SALVATORE VICARI

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VICKI COTTRELL ~PASTORAL/BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR

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DENISE PATETTA ~ PARISH SECRETARY/BULLETIN EDITOR

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DALE ZANETTI ~ ADULT FAITH FORMATION COORDINATOR

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Social Ministries/Activities

BINGOis 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. 732-475-0048, – Vicki Cottrell-vcottrell@visitationrcchurch.org

Services

ANNULMENT 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, 732-477-7059ext. 103 Joan Olden

Social Concerns

COMMUNITY LUNCH provides a takeout lunch Thursday each week to members of the parish and community. Reservations must be made 732-477-9672 ext. 101 - Isabel Kronicz

RESPECT 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 Gigante

ST. VINCENT DE PAULoperates the Thrift Shop in the SOS building at 725 Mantoloking Rd. 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/Activities

CHILDREN’S CHOIRwelcomes 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.org

VISITATION ALTAR SERVERS TEAMprovides 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 McCoy or vast@visitationRCchurch.org

VISITATION YOUTH MINISTRYprovides 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.org

VISITATION 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 Welfare

BUILDING 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. 201

FINANCE COUNCILoversees the financial aspects of the parish 732-477-9672, ext. 216 – Arnie Vicidomini

Organizations

AA MEETINGSare held on Thursdays at 7:30 PM in the parish hall.

ALANON MEETINGSare held on Tuesdays at 7:00 PM in the parish hall.

HOLY NAME OF JESUS SOCIETYpromotes respect for the Holy Name of Jesus and His Holy Catholic Church. Society members attend the 9:00 AM Mass and meet monthly 609-234-4437 – Richard Bencivenga or visitation.holyname@gmail.com

KNIGHTS 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.com

ROSARY 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 9:00 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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