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CHURCH OF ELIZABETH ANN SETON

591 NEW JERSEY AVENUE g ABSECON, NEW JERSEY 08201

Third Sunday of Lent w March 7, 2021 Clergy Mass Schedule

Rev. Cosme de la Pena, Saturday Evening: 4:00 pm [email protected]

Sunday: 8:00, 10:00 & 11:30 am Rev. Joshua NeviƩ, Parochial Vicar Joshua.NeviƩ@CamdenDiocese.org Weekdays: Monday - Fridays, 6:45 am

Deacon Richard Wigglesworth Confessions: 3-3:30 pm, 5-5:30pm Deacon Joe Becker - ReƟred EucharisƟc AdoraƟon: Fridays, 7am-12pm Deacon Bill Peters - ReƟred

Website: SetonAbsecon.org · Facebook: SetonAbsecon · Instagram: SetonAbsecon Parish Oĸce ------609-641-1480 Religious EducaƟon Oĸce------609-641-7043 Fax ------609-641-7396 Sunday: 9:30 am-12:30 pm; Monday: Closed; Monday - Thursday ---9:00 am - 4:00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 9 am-12 pm Closed for Lunch ------12 noon - 1:00 pm - Any Ɵme by appointment -

Office Staff - [email protected] Parish Ministries

Marge Quigley, Oĸce Manager Altar Servers BapƟsm: Parents are asked to Gen Phillips, Secretary, BulleƟn Editor Lea DeGuzman ------609-334-5646 schedule an appointment with Ray Ring, Maintenance one of the early in the Comfort Ministry Carol Johnson, Maintenance pregnancy. Parents are reminded Kathie Walls ------609-646-6125 that the selecƟon of godparents Religious Education Staff Extraordinary Ministers & Lectors must be made according to Diane Keenan, Parish CatecheƟcal Leader Gen Phillips ------609-641-1480 regulaƟons speciĮed in Canon Law. Eligibility leƩers for Toni Hendricks, Religious EducaƟon Secretary Finance CommiƩee ------609-380-3426 godparents should be submiƩed [email protected] Reynolds, CPA no later than the Friday prior to Knights of Columbus the bapƟsm. BapƟsms will take Holy Spirit High School - 609-646-3000 Frank Weir ------609-513-2231 place aŌer the 11:30 am Mass on the Įrst and second Sundays of Rev. Perry Cherubini, President Music Ministry the month. Pre-BapƟsm [email protected] Judy Transue ------609-748-1583 Dr. Thomas Farren, Principal Workshops take place on the last Parish Council ƞ[email protected] Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm Ray Ring, President ------609-652-0609 in the Religious EducaƟon Rev. Joshua NeviƩ, Director of Catholic IdenƟty Greg Seher, Vice President -- 609-703-2197 building. RegistraƟon for frjneviƩ@holyspirithighschool.com workshops can be made by Parish Nursing Ministry Nicole Moynihan, Enrollment Inquiries calling the parish oĸce. Mary Jean Burke ------609-457-5676 [email protected] Pro-Life Ministry Marriage: Ideally, engaged Steve Normane, Advancement couples should contact the [email protected] Greg Seher ------609-703-2197

Parish Oĸce one year prior to Rite of ChrisƟan IniƟaƟon for Adults the scheduled date. Assumption Regional Renee Krumaker ------609-513-2258 Catholic School - 609-652-7134 AnoinƟng of the Sick and Social AcƟon Communion Calls: The rectory Joan Dollinger, Principal Jim & Kathy Revelle --- 609-641-1480 ext. 7 may be called at any Ɵme for the [email protected] Stephen Ministry of the Sick and for Katrina Finan, Assistant Principal Joan Parker ------609-646-6872 arrangements to visit the sick or kĮ[email protected] elderly with the Eucharist. Our Cathryn Flammer, Advancement Youth & CommunicaƟon Ministry local hospitals also have a cŇ[email protected] Ashlei Wyant ------609-513-4711 Catholic chaplain available.

SAINT ELIZABETH ANN SETON CHURCH March 7,2021 - 3rd Sunday of Lent

For Your Info: SATURDAY, MARCH 6 Masses: Masses across the Camden Diocese have now 4:00 PM Bill Wilson/ Yvonne & Bill Turner resumed. We (SEAS) are limited to 50% of our church’s capacity Francis D. Brunette/ & Cheryl Brunette with social distancing. This amounts to about 200 people. The Carmen Rongione, Sr./ Family dispensation from the Sunday Obligation is still in effect. Marie Nardo/ Paul Cutler If you are in an “at risk” demographic or regularly care for Deceased Military someone in an “at risk” demographic, please consider staying home. SUNDAY, MARCH 7 8:00 AM Helen Caivano/ Family Livestream Mass each Sunday at 10 am on our parish Facebook Robin Eger/ Kathie & Warren Carlsen page. You do not need to have Facebook to watch. Christopher DeCree/ Ryan Family Rosalie DeRitis/ Jim & Joanne Hill Anointing of the Sick: Anointing remains available by request. Dolores Needham/ Kathie Curran To ensure the health and safety of all involved, proper protocols will be put in place to limit contact. 10:00 AM Maureen Senese/ Mom & Family

11:30 AM People of the Parish Attending Mass – Please be aware that the collection boxes are

at the entrance of the main church. We appreciate your MONDAY, MARCH 8 continued support of our parish. 6:45 AM Deceased members of the Nell, McNeil, Allen and Fisher Families/ Ted Nell and Family CONFESSIONS: TUESDAY, MARCH 9 Saturdays - 3:00 – 3:30 and 5:00 – 5:30 pm. 6:45 AM Saverio Caivano/ Family Wednesdays - 7:00 – 8:00 pm (during Lent) beginning February th st WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 24 and concluding March 31 . 6:45 AM Edward Dellorco/ Horace Crider ADORATION: Wednesdays: Between 7-8:00 pm beginning February 24th and THURSDAY, MARCH 11 concluding March 31st. 6:45 PM Assunta Caivano/ Family

Fridays: After the 6:45 am Mass to 6:30 pm and will conclude FRIDAY, MARCH 12 with prayer and Stations of the cross. 6:45 AM Phil & Joan Sbrolla/ Sue Robbins STATIONS OF THE CROSS: Fridays: 6:45 PM/ Prayer followed by Stations. SATURDAY, MARCH 13

4:00 PM Dr. Gene Schraeder/ Daughter Kathy PLEASE KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS

SUNDAY, MARCH 14 8:00 AM Arlene McCarty/ Lorraine & Ray Ring

10:00 AM Leopold Kropiewnicki/ Daughter Antoinette Brown OUR SICK - Carol Johnson, Steve Wolicki, Sue Robbins, Margaret Joe Wilkins/ Kathleen Yakita, Dorothy Ann Nave, Paul Kellerman, Paulette Beatty, Nicholas Caivano/Family Marguerite Phillips, Rafael C. Tompkins, Johanna Reyes and Pat Green. Laura T. McWhorter/ Mom & Dad

Barbara Mask/ Johanne Coleman OUR MILITARY - Tech. Sgt. Matthew Fitzpatrick, USAF; Tech. Sgt. 11:30 AM People of the Parish Anna Fitzpatrick, USAF; FA Aidan Hughes, USN; Cdr. Bobby Smail, Nancy Coderre/ Helen Nardo & Family USN. Dr. Brian Kirchner/ Loyle Family Donald J., Donald B. & Lorraine Dellinger/ Marlsela Dellinger ASSUMPTION REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL NEWS! 609-652-7134 The Gospel narrates Jesus’ emotional reaction to the Dear Friends, scene he has witnessed in the Temple, the house of God and house of encounter with God for the Jews. The Temple Peace and all good! had become a market place and “a den of thieves.” Scenes Wednesday, March 10 is the anniversary of the death of Harriet that one expects to see only in marketplaces meet his Tubman known for her role in the Underground Railroad. eyes. And so, his emotions are stirred, and he begins to drive away the vendors and the money changers. Harriet was referred to as “” because she played a The picture of Jesus cleansing the Temple is a reminder prominent part in the freeing of slaves in much the same way of what we should be doing to sin in our life. We need that Moses worked to free the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. spiritual spring-cleaning. There are merchants and Moses and both exhibited the “righteous” anger moneychangers that need to be driven out of the temple that Jesus displayed today. How might we use our “righteous of our lives. They are the imperfections that grew into sins; anger” in situations we feel are unjust in our neighborhoods, small omissions that became major areas of neglect; communities, state, country and the world? What conversations personal preoccupations that ripened into indifference to can we have with our local, state, and national leaders to bring others; temptations that became sinful behaviors. about needed change? We all have a role to play. Let us pray We are on the journey of Lent, a time of purification. that God grants us clarity and wisdom to be a part of the solution Jesus desires that our hearts be a house of prayer. He to any area where we believe there is an injustice. doesn’t want our hearts and minds be like a market place. That’s why Lent calls us to do some spring-cleaning. Lent is We are having our 2nd Virtual Open House on Wednesday, March a time to cleanse our Temple. The grace of God is sufficient 10 at 6:00 PM. If you know of anyone interested in our school, for this season of Lent to help us clean out the Temple of please invite them to contact Cathryn Flammer at our lives to make them a place where Christ is at home and [email protected] to receive a link for the Open not a stranger. Is Christ at home in your life? House. Our faith-based educational program has a tremendous Jesus reveals that those who worship God must worship amount to offer students and families! in Spirit and truth. And since Jesus is the one who has the Spirit of God, worship of God must be made “through him, Our 8th Graders from Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish with him, and in him.” It is in this vein that the evangelist participated in their retreat yesterday. May our 8th John refers to the “temple” of Jesus’ body. This Temple, Graders from all of our parishes continue to grow in wisdom, not made by human hands, is greater than the temple of understanding, right judgment, courage, knowledge, reverence, Jerusalem. Jesus signals the end of the Temple worship to and wonder and awe in order to strengthen their minds, hearts, replace it with a perfect sacrifice: the offering of himself on and wills to do what God asks of them. the cross, crowing a whole life lived in total, loving obedience to the Father. His body will be destroyed but Stations of the Cross will be held virtually on Friday, March 12 at God will raise it up and when he does, it will become 1:20 PM. Our 5th Graders (5B) will be leading the Stations. You manifest that Jesus has become God’s temple, the place can join us on our ARCS Facebook Page. where God’s glory dwells. Our very own temple, the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Our Lenten Pizza and Pasta Supper will take place again on Church, is strong, vibrant, and dynamic faith community Friday, March 12 from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM. This has been a great because each parishioner is making it as a true House of fundraiser for our school while providing a delicious meal for you God where we encounter Him through the celebration of and your family! Please contact school at 609-652-7134 if you the sacraments. We must know that worshiping God is not are interested in placing an order! confined inside; it extends beyond walls in loving service to our needy brethren in whose faces we see the face of Continued thanks for all that you do to support our school. We Christ. Thank you very much for your generous support are most grateful! Be assured that you are held in our daily that you are extending to our “parish-temple.” May God prayer! reward your generosity by blessing you with abundance of spiritual and material joys. God Bless you. Many Blessings. Lenten blessings,

Fr. House of Charity (Fr. Cosme) B. Joan Dollinger S TEWA RDSH IP TREASU RE SOCIAL ACTION NEWS

Social Action will be open on Mondays from 9 to 12. Ring the doorbell in the back and someone will come

Prayer, Time, Service, Tithing out to you. If you need something please call: Phone: 609-641-1480 Extension 7. Leave a COLLECTIONS Sunday, February 28, 2021 message and someone will get back to you. If you 2021 - $9,663.00 2020 - $10,161.00 know of someone in need, please contact us. Envelopes may be mailed or dropped off at the parish office. Please consider using online giving. More It amazes us how generous our parishioners are!!! information can be found at setonabsecon.org/e-giving. Thank you so much for all the food, toiletries, and especially the gift cards donated. Thank you, thank 2021 CYRENEAN CLUB WINNER you, thank you. This week’s winner was ticket # 289 held by Fr. John Cavagnaro. The ticket was sold through the parish If you have extra yarn and not in use, please donate. office and pulled by Jim Revelle. We are not accepting any clothes or household items. When other agencies open, we will resume our donations. We are suggesting for items to be donated to Vietnam Veterans 1-800-775-8387

Walkers, Wheelchairs, Shower Seats, Canes, and 2021 House of Charity Crutches are available for loan. If you or someone is ’s Annual Appeal in need, please contact the Social Action Office, Your support of the 2021 House of Charity – Bishop’s Annual Phone: 641-1480 Extension 7. Appeal ensures the vitality of essential Diocesan ministries and programs that sustain the healing, teaching and redemptive Presence of Jesus Christ throughout Southern New Jersey. Your Every act of kindness to others is an act of kindness gift no matter how big or small brings us closer to reaching our to Christ. goal. Weekly update Gifts Total Amount Percent EASTER CARDS: Did you 108 $26,342.00 23.1% stop by and pick up a name PARISH GOAL - $114,000.00 to purchase an Easter Card? Once again, Social Action

2020 SEAS Tax Contribution Statement has the Easter Basket in the Please email your request with the information below Gathering Space. We have to [email protected] or complete below and drop in the collection box. We appreciate you not calling the parish the names of our office with your request! Communion calls, Shut-ins, and Group Home Residents. Please take a name, purchase an Name(s): ______Easter card, and return it to the basket by Address: ______March 20th and 21st. The Social Action will ______deliver all the cards. PLEASE REMEMBER TO Email address: ______RETURN YOUR CARD BY THE 20th AND 21ST. “The righteous give without sparing.” (Prov. 21:26) Thank you for your continued support of our parish during these times. May we all offer our gifts of talent, tithing, and prayer to the Lord through our great work as a parish. PARISH NURSES PRO LIFE CORNER “POCKETFUL OF HEALTH” WALKING WITH MOMS IN NEED - For the month of MARCH, we will be collecting DIAPERS SIZES 3 TO 7 in our Weekly information updates by the Seton efforts to support the moms and families in our local Parish Nurses community. We can make a difference in helping these moms and families. We are working with our local The Parish Nurses will post weekly updates about pregnancy center, JERSEY SHORE WOMEN'S CENTER, 335 health and wellness topics in the bulletin beginning E. Jimmie Leeds Rd., Galloway. Each month, we will be March 1, 2021. We wish you well in all ways! collecting items that the center request. Cards can be dropped in the collection boxes clearly marked PRO LIFE in Covid Vaccine – for those who receive the Gathering Space. With your support, we can help the vaccine, here are some important moms that are struggling, to take Care of their babies! Thank you! For further information contact Pat Spencer at things to know. It is important to obtain 609-233-6357. the second dose (21 days for Pfizer, and 28 days for Moderna or as close to that time as possible). Best DIVINE MERCY – THE SECOND not to take Tylenol or aspirin before injections GREATEST STORY EVER TOLD. As however, they can be taken after to decrease we journey throughout Lent, discomfort, tiredness, or fever which are more Easter, and Divine Mercy Sunday prevalent after the second dose as your body builds join us in exploring the rich tradition of Divine Mercy up antibodies (it takes about 2 weeks after the second in our Catholic Faith. We will examine the roots and dose to build immunity). Rash at the injection site history of God’s loving gift of Divine Mercy for all may indicate a mild allergic reaction best to call your people in all times. We will meet each Friday from March 5th to May 7th doctor for care advise. Continue to wear a mask, use from 2 – 3:30 pm in the parish hall to discuss readings handwashing, and social distancing as you can from the SECOND GREATEST STORY EVERY TOLD by become a carrier (protect others). Father Michael Gaitey. We will comply with social For assistance or to speak with a volunteer Parish distancing mandates and require face masks or Nurse please contact the parish office and we will get coverings. If unable to attend the individual meetings, you to Mary Jean (MJ) Burke, DNP, RN. a review summary can be forwarded for personal reflection. Please contact Jack Pfeifer or Diane Keenan with any questions. Jack Pfeifer/609-457- HOLY SPIRIT HIGH SCHOOL THEATRE 8347/[email protected] OR Diane Keenan/ PRESENTS: 609-641-7043/[email protected]

STEPHEN MINISTRY

Saint Stephen was the first lay caregiver commissioned by the apostles.

Our Parish Stephen Ministry is a group of parishioners willing to listen, encourage and help a fellow parishioner through difficult times in their lives. Please place a confidential call to Joan at (609) 646- 6872 or email [email protected] for MARCH 12 & 13 AT 7:00 PM more information. MARCH 14TH AT 2:00 PM For further information or tickets

Call: 609-646-3000 SEAS PARISH MINISTRIES & STAFF

PREFERRED CARING NURSING HOME Staff/Eucharistic Ministers ...... 609-641-1480 ALTAR SERVERS Lea DeGuzman ...... 609-334-5646 BAPTISM Staff ...... 609-641-1480 BUILDINGS Ray Ring ...... 609-652-0609 BULLETIN EDITOR Gen Phillips ...... 609-641-1480 CHILDREN’S RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Diane Keenan, DRE ...... 609-641-7043 COMFORT MINISTRY Kathie Walls ...... 609-646-6125 COMMUNION CALLS (Homebound/Shut-Ins) , Deacons & Eucharistic Min. ... 609-641-1480 DIVINE MERCY FRATERNITY Kathy Agosto, ...... 609-805-7503 EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS Office Staff ...... 609-641-1480 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ASSUMPTION Bob Luke ...... 609-652-7992 Ralph DeSimone ...... 609-404-0677 SETON Frank Weir...... 609-513-2231 John M DeRitis, Sr ...... 609-641-4580 COLOR CORP (4th Degree) Robert J. Luke ...... 609-652-7992 MUSIC MINISTRY Judy Transue, Director ...... 609-748-1583 PARISH COUNCIL Ray Ring, President ...... 609-652-0609 WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER Greg Seher, Vice President ...... 609-703-2197 PARISH NURSE/HEALTH MINISTRY Mary Jean Burke ...... 609-457-5676 OFFICE MANAGER Marge Quigley ...... 609-641-1480 PRAYER REQUESTS Laura Eger ...... 609-652-2872 RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) Renee Krumaker ...... 609-513-2258 Start the year THRIVING TOGETHER with a WWME SOCIAL ACTION Virtual Experience Jim & Kathy Revelle ...... 609-641-1480(Ext 7) STEPHEN MINISTRY Spend time with your spouse strengthening your Joan Parker ...... 609-646-6872 SUITE INSPIRATION relationship from the comfort of your home with a WWME Matt Custer ...... 609-641-7244 Virtual Experience. USHERS John M DeRitis, Sr...... 609-641-4580 The next upcoming 2021 WWME Virtual Experiences are: VOCATIONS Virtual Restore, Rekindle, Renew Experience (3RE) – Deacon Bill and Connie Peters ...... 609-652-0766 YOUTH & COMMUNICATION MINISTRY March 1, 2021 thru March 25, 2021 – Sessions on Monday Ashlei Wyant………………………….609-513-4711 and Thursday Evenings starting at 7:00 PM EST. April 30-May 2, 2021 (Virtual weekend) For additional information or to register, visit wwme.org

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