Weekly Bulletin for March 15, 2015

THE
BRIDGE
With open
arms for all!
FOURTH SUNDAY IN LENT
- PARISH STAFF Fr. Jim Scullion, OFM, Pastor
Michele Beck, Music
Theresa Cassata, OFS, FFF
Deacon Robert Cunningham
Fr. Kevin Daly, OFM
Fr. John Frambes, OFM
Sr. Patricia Klemm, OSF
Sr. Patricia McNiff, OSF
Jo Anne Reeder, Worship
Deacon Richard Titmas
Deacon George Walker, OFS
MARCH 15, 2015
The Darkness
Of
Unbelief
Parish Office
(609) 494-8813
Mon. - Fri. 9 AM to 3 PM
(Closed for lunch 12 - 1 PM)
Family Faith Formation
(609) 494-8813 ext. 153
Community Center
(609) 494-8861
Counseling Services
(609) 494-1554
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St. Francis of Assisi Parish
is a Franciscan Faith Community of
Holy Name Province
in the Diocese of Trenton.
Find out more about
Holy Name Province online at www.hpn.org
Franciscan Sisters of Allegany, NY
Vocation Office
[email protected]
Franciscan Sisters of Philadelphia, PA
Vocation Office
[email protected]
St. Francis is a sending Parish to ASRCS
All Saints Regional Catholic School
400 Doc Cramer Blvd., Manahawkin, NJ, 08050
(609) 597-3800 or visit: www.asrcs.org
Out of darkness
the Light of Christ
will shine!
St. Francis of Assisi, 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Brant Beach, NJ
DATE
MASS INTENTIONS
(L) Living +Deceased
9:00 AM +Dave Cagney
3:30 - 4:30 PM Reconciliation
5:00 PM +Eugene Patten
+Thomas Walsh
+Joseph F. Moeller, Sr.
+Catherine Giesler
8:45 AM +Frank Famulare, Jr.
+Irene Flanagan
+Marie Maniez
10:00 AM +Marie Clare
+David Cagney
11:15 AM +Charles Geiger
9:00 AM +Dave Cagney
Saturday,
March 14
Sunday,
March 15
Monday,
March 16
Tuesday,
March 17
9:00 AM +Mary Duffy
+Joseph Fitzpatrick
READINGS
Hos. 6:1-6;
Lk. 18:9-14
2 Chr. 36:14-16, 19-23;
Eph. 2:4-10;
Jn. 3:14-21
8:00 AM Men’s Cornerstone, Surf City Church
2 Chr. 36:14-16, 19-23;
Eph. 2:4-10;
Jn. 3:14-21
Is. 65:17-21;
Jn. 4:43-54
Ez. 47:1-9, 12;
Jn. 5:1-16
9:30 AM Labyrinth Walk, Church Hall
Global Rolling Fast for Climate Justice
9:30 AM St. Anthony Devotion
9:30 AM Labyrinth Walk, Church Hall
7:00 PM RCIA, Room 212
9:45 AM Contemplative Living Retreat
7:00 PM Scripture Study, Sr. Lounge
7:30 PM Adoration of Blessed Sacrament
Wednesday,
March 18
9:00 AM +David Cagney
Is. 49:8-15;
Jn. 5:17-30
Thursday,
March 19
9:00 AM +Grace McGlory
Friday,
March 20
Saturday,
March 21
9:00 AM +Thomas W. Small
2 Sm. 7:4-51, 12-14a, 16;
Rom. 4:13, 16-18, 22;
Mt. 1:16, 18-21, 24a
Wis. 2:1a, 12-22;
Jn. 7:1-2, 10, 25-30
Jer. 11:18-20;
Jn. 7:40-53
9:00 AM +Jimmy Mears
3:30 - 4:30 PM Reconciliation
EVENTS
Parish Information
Emergency Information: Available on our answering
machine (609) 494-8861 and on WJRZ 100.1 FM; 98.5 FM;
The Breeze 107.1 FM; WOBM 92.7 FM; wobm.com; and
1057thehawk.com and stfranciscenterlbi.org.
Evacuation Information: In the event of a hurricane, severe
weather, or extreme high tides, please do not call the Parish
Office for assistance and note that none of the parish
buildings (churches, community center, residences or
maintenance facilities) has been designated as an evacuation
site. Evacuate as soon as you can, following the direction of
local officials.
6:00 PM Soup, Church Hall
7:00 PM Stations of the Cross
8:30 AM Men’s Spirituality, Room 212
Soup and Stations
Fridays through March 20
St. Francis of Assisi, Brant Beach
Soup - 6:00 PM
Stations of the Cross - 7:00 PM
Communal Penance Services
with Individual Reconciliation
All are invited to attend our annual Lenten Soup and Stations
on Fridays through March 20. Please join us for a free meal
consisting of a delicious variety of meatless homemade soups
served with bread and butter beginning at 6:00 PM in the
Brant Beach Church Hall. At 7:00 PM we will move into the
church to journey along the Way of the Cross. Each week we
will listen to readings, sing hymns, and ponder a reflection on
three of the Stations of the Cross on Jesus’ way to Calvary.
All are cordially invited to share one or all of these evenings
with us. Please feel free to bring along a friend or neighbor!
Please feel free to bring a favorite
homemade meatless soup in a crock pot for all to share.
All Celebrations
St. Francis of Assisi Church, Brant Beach
GOSPEL CHALLENGE:
Penance Services - March 27 & 28
Friday, March 27, 7:00 PM
Saturday, March 28, 10:00 AM
"Everyone who believes in Jesus will have
eternal life."
Individual Reconciliation
What strengthens your faith in Jesus?
Saturday, March 28, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
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Parish Information
A Letter From The Pastoral Staff...
Parish Registration: The Parish Office is located on the second
floor of St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Blvd.,
Long Beach Twp., NJ. Office hours are Monday through
Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The office is closed for lunch
from 12:00 to 1:00 PM. Please notify the Parish Office as soon
as possible if you are moving.
Baptism: The sacrament is celebrated three times a month at
St. Francis Parish. Group Baptisms are the 2nd Saturday at
10:00 AM and the last Sunday at 12:45 PM each month at
St. Francis Church in Brant Beach. Baptisms during Mass are
celebrated on the 3rd Sunday of each month at the last Mass in
each Church. Call the Parish Office for availability and
requirements: at (609) 494-8813 ext. 154 or 155.
Faith Formation and Education: For children ages six
through high school. Please call Theresa Cassata, ofs at
(609) 494-8813 ext. 153 for more information.
Marriage: In accordance with the Common Policy of the five
Dioceses of New Jersey, arrangements must be made ONE
YEAR in advance. Couples are required to attend Marriage
Preparation classes. Weddings are performed on Friday or
Saturday. Weddings are NOT performed on Sundays, the
beach, Memorial Day, Fourth of July or Labor Day weekends.
Pastoral Visitations: Please notify the Parish Office if you or
any of your loved ones are ill, homebound, in SOMC, nursing
homes or rehabilitation centers.
The Second Book of Chronicles contains the history of the
divided monarchy of the Jewish Kings, starting with Solomon
til the period of the end of the Kings and the Exile to Babylon.
The major sin of the people was that time was infidelity,
idolatry and false gods. The punishment by God was to remove
favor from the people. The result was the destruction of the
beloved temple in Jerusalem, then the exile into Babylon. The
first reading states that God sent messengers to the people so
that they would change their behavior and attitudes away from
idols. The messengers were rejected by the people. The word
“anger” in the reading is used by the writer. Interesting a
non-believer will be the redeemer of the people, the Persian
King Cyrus. He will defeat the Babylonian Empire and free the
people of God to return to their homes in Jerusalem. The image
of God in Chronicles is an image of God that I can relate to as
a small child. Our image then was one of fear. If you crossed
the line away from God, you or I would be struck down by
lightning. Now either I wasn’t that bad or that image of God
was not the real image of our God. In Luke’s Gospel Jesus
speaks during the Crucifixion, “Father, Forgive them, they do
not know what they are doing”. That does not seem to fit with
the Chronicles image of an angry God; I would prefer a
forgiving and compassionate God.
Parish Collections
Second Collection Today:
Catholic Relief Services
Catholic Relief Services helps people, Catholic and nonCatholic, throughout the U.S. and the world especially in times
of crisis. Please be generous.
Last Week’s 2nd Collection
Parish Operating Expenses
Collected: $3,785
This Week We Need:
Budgeted: $11,000
Last Week’s Collection
Budgeted: $11,000
Collected: $11,118.86
Passion (Palm) Sunday Masses - March 28/29
The Gospel Reading from John tells us about Nicodemus.
Scholars describe Nicodemus as a Pharisee, and perhaps a
member of the Sanhedrin or council. The council was
composed of 70 Elders, High Priests, Scribes, and Pharisees.
Secondly, biblical scholars point out that he was probably a
wealthy man as well. The question of Nicodemus was why did
he visit at night in secret? The popular thinking is that he was
afraid of the consequences. He may have been shun by his
fellow Jews and the council or maybe it would have hurt him
financially.
In the next couple of weeks we will hear that the Sanhedrin
will plot to arrest Jesus and put him to death. I often wondered
how I would have reacted to Jesus. Would I have been a
hidden, quiet believer or braved the public opinion and did what
I felt was the right thing to do, following Jesus. I will never
know but I often look harshly on a person like Nicodemus’
timid personality. I hope that I would have the direction and
courage to be a faithful follower in all situations.
Perhaps we can take a minute and pray for the people who
are persecuted or put to death for their faith. I hope our prayer
will strengthen them and change the attitudes of their
persecutors.
Fr. Kevin Daly, ofm
St. Francis of Assisi, Brant Beach
9:00 AM Daily Mass
Reconciliation: 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Saturday, 5:00 PM; Sunday, 8:45, 10:00, 11:15 AM
St. Thomas of Villanova, Surf City
Reconciliation: 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Saturday, 5:00 PM; Sunday, 10:00AM
St. Thomas Aquinas, Beach Haven
Embrace Our Way of Life
THE FRANCISCAN FRIARS OF HOLY NAME PROVINCE
Franciscan Vocation Ministry
Br. Basil Valente, OFM
129 West 31st Street, 2nd Fl., New York, NY 10001-3403
1-800-677-7788 www.BeAFranciscan.org
Reconciliation: 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Saturday, 5:00 PM; Sunday, 10:00AM
St. Clare, Loveladies - Closed
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Franciscan Spiritual Center
presents:
Spiritual Direction
We now have three certified Spiritual Directors and three
Interns offering free Spiritual Direction in our parish. For an
appointment please call:
Maryann Barrek, ofs, (609) 492-7502
Barbara Horwath, ofs, (609) 384-6188
Pat Simmons, ofs, (609) 661-1361
Anne Bock, ofs, Intern, (609) 204-3835
Sharon DeSipio, ofs, Intern, (609) 492-4690
Kathy Egan, Intern, (215) 694-4651
An Invitation to Contemplative Living
This program calls out to those who desire to live more
contemplatively in the world, to grow in union with God and
others, and to become more aware, intentional and free. God
liberates us and heals us through the practice of contemplative
prayer. Monthly sessions on the practice of contemplative
prayer are scheduled. This group meets from 9:45 AM to
12:00 PM in the Center.
Next scheduled meeting:
Wednesday, March 18, 9:45 AM to 3:00 PM; Brant Beach
Church. Presenter: Sr. Marcy Springer, ssj. Day long retreat.
All are welcome. Bring your lunch. Beverages will be
provided. “The Perfect Wintry Mix … Centering Prayer …
Lexio Devina … Examen.” These three forms of prayer
promise to deepen your awareness of God's abiding presence
and love during these final weeks of Lent.
Scripture Study
This group meets every two weeks to learn, discuss and reflect
on passages of the Sacred Scriptures. The group is led by
Tom Troyano and meets from 7:00 to 8:30 PM in the Center.
No prior experience of Scripture study is required.
Next scheduled meeting March 18, Sr. Lounge
Men’s Spirituality
The Men’s Spirituality group meets on the third Saturday of
each month from 8:30 to 10:00 AM in Room 212. We discuss
a broad variety of topics and share our views on how we can
see the hand of God at work in all things. All are welcome.
Next scheduled meeting: March 21, Room 212
Woman’s Spirituality
The Women’s Spirituality Group provides an opportunity for
women to gather and share with other women how they
experience God in their lives in the here and now. They meet
from September through November and January through June
on the second Wednesday from 6:45 to 8:00 PM in the Center.
Next scheduled meeting: April 8, Room 212
Eucharistic Minister Spring Schedules
Completed EM schedules will be in the wall folders
by the Brant Beach sacristy starting Saturday,
March 21.
If you have an email address that I do not have on file, please
send it to me at [email protected] for important EM
information. Thank you!
RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
“What Does It Mean To Be Catholic?”
“What Is Catholicism?”
a 2,000 year old living tradition?...a mystery?
...a relationship?...a way of life?...a world view?
We invite those who are Catholic, those who want to have your
questions answered, those who want to learn more about the
Catholic Faith, those who are preparing to celebrate the
sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist, and
those who are seeking to continue to find God in the everyday
goodness of life to join with us as we continue to journey in
faith with God and one another.
The RCIA is a process that enables us to reflect on our
identity and our mission as people of God.
Classes meet on Tuesday from 7:00 to 8:00 PM in Room 212
unless otherwise noted.
Next meeting: March 17
“The Mass...Eucharist...Full and Active Participation”
Presenter: Fr. John Frambes, ofm
All are welcome!
Easter Flowers and Decorations
Fund Drive
We are having our annual Easter Flower Memorial Fund Drive which
allows us to decorate the Brant Beach, Beach Haven and Surf City
churches from Palm Sunday through the Holy Season of Easter. The
Art & Environment Team would like to thank you for your continued
generosity and support which allows us to prepare the worship area in a
manner that reflects our great joy and gratitude as we affirm our belief
in the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the promise of eternal life.
You may choose to memorialize or honor a loved-one, family member,
friend or special occasion by making a donation toward the Easter
flowers, decorations or Art & Environment. The names of those
memorialized or honored along with the donor names will be
published in a special booklet and available in all the churches during
the Easter season. The memorials will also be published on the
St. Francis Parish website.
Donations for Easter Flowers & Plants
May Be Made In Any Amount.
Donations toward the purchase of other items to be memorialized:
$100 Cherry Blossoms and large Easter Wreaths for the
church sanctuary.
$75
Flowers for Sanctuary Urns for Easter & Holy Thursday
$50
Large Hydrangea
$35
Hydrangea, Ferns, & Candle Rings
To make a donation, please use the Easter Flower envelopes that were
mailed to your home. Additional envelopes are available at the doors
of the church or you may use a plain envelope with the following
information:
PLEASE PRINT CLEARY your name, the name of the person being
memorialized or honored, and a contact phone number. The envelope
can be placed in the collection basket, mailed, or dropped off at the
Center by March 23.
Thank you for your support and generosity.
Questions? Please call JoAnne Reeder at the Parish - (609) 494-8813
ext. 164.
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Family Faith Formation
Monthly Meetings:
Theresa Cassata, ofs, Coordinator of FFF (Ext. 153)
Ellen Halvorsen, Elementary Coordinator (Ext. 150)
Marion Pierri, Confirmation Coordinator (Ext. 177)
St. Francis Center unless otherwise noted.
Volunteers Needed:
Substitute Aide - Scripture A (Grade 6) class, Tuesdays,
5:30-6:45 PM.
All Families
All are invited to Soup & Stations Friday, March 20
Service projects for March – Rice Bowl Activities & Pop top
collection
Elementary Jesus & Life in Christ Modules
Life in Christ C - Children preparing for First Reconciliation
Monday, March 23, 6:30 PM arrive for Sacrament of
Reconciliation for Child & Family
Scripture Modules
Scripture A - Prayer Experience Opportunities:
March 20 - Lenten Soup & Stations
Scripture B - Prayer Experience Opportunities:
March 18 - Adoration - call Marion, ext. 177
March 20 - Lenten Soup & Stations
Book Club
Tuesday, March 31, 1:00 PM, Room 212
Still Life with Bread Crumbs by Anna Quindlen
Order of the Franciscans Secular ofs
Sunday, April 12, 1:00 PM, Surf City Church
Social, Spiritual Life, Ongoing Formation, Business Meeting
Survivors of Suicide
No April meeting.
Thursday, May 14, 7:30 PM, Room 212
Knights of Columbus Council #3826
2nd Tuesday of the month, 7:30 PM
St. Mary’s Church, Msgr. Reinbold Hall - Barnegat
HELP WANTED
Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) Therapist Part Time / Full Time
Must have a New Jersey LCSW or LPC license with minimum of 4
years experience. In-home therapy throughout Ocean County, some
case work included. Must have valid NJ Drivers License. Please fax
your resume to (609) 494-1882 or email [email protected].
Case Management - Part Time
The JPIC Corner:
Justice, Peace, and the Integrity of Creation
“If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts.”
Psalm 95
Immigration Reform: How often do we let our fears overtake
our Christian values? Though a nation of immigrants, how
often is our country swayed by fear rather than fact regarding
undocumented immigrants?
Let us prayerfully consider some facts:
1. Most undocumented immigrants are here for more than 10
years – working, paying taxes, and contributing to our
communities,
2. More than 5,100 children whose parents are undocumented
immigrants are in the U.S. foster system because their
parents have been detained or deported,
3. Many immigrants come at the U.S.’ invitation to work in
agriculture and meet other U.S. employer’s needs.
Immigrants create one-fourth of new businesses, providing
many new jobs.
During Lent, let us fast from our fears and reconsider
immigration policies that ensure family unity, protect the rights
of immigrant workers, and provide a pathway to citizenship for
the 11 million undocumented immigrants in the U.S. today.
www.networklobby.org
3.
“Create in us a new heart, O, Lord.”
Must be bi-lingual (Spanish/English) BSW or related field. In-home
throughout Ocean County. Must have valid NJ Drivers License.
Please fax your resume to (609) 494-1882 or email
[email protected].
Substitute Aquatics Aerobics Instructor - Part Time
Call Mike Thompson at (609) 494-8861 ext. 105.
Volunteers - Human Concerns
• Help fill refrigerators and freezers several mornings a week. This
task involves some heavy lifting.
• Help pick up grocery items from local supermarket once per week.
This task involves heavy lifting and a pick up truck or SUV/mini
van type vehicle.
• Assist in weighing donated food on Monday mornings. Must be
able to lift 50 lbs.
• Volunteer to substitute when pick ups are needed at local food
stores and drop off in Food Pantry. Stores we currently pick up
from include: Target, Super Fresh, Murphy's Market, BJ's and
Wawa in Ship Bottom. Large car or truck needed.
Please contact Volunteer Services at (609) 494-8861 ext. 118.
St. Francis Center is an EOE/AA Employer
The Global Catholic Climate Movement
During Lent there will be a
global rolling fast
for climate justice.
March 16 is the date for U.S. participation.
You are invited to make that
a day of prayer and fasting
as a response to our present climate crisis.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Order of Franciscan Secular (ofs)
Sight & Sound Bus Trip
Lancaster County, PA
Labyrinth Walk
Monday, March 16, 9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday, March 17, 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
St. Francis of Assisi Church Hall
The Labyrinth is a path of prayer, a walking meditation
that can become a mirror of the soul. It is a spiritual act
of pilgrimage, a metaphor of life’s journey. Choose a
day and treat yourself to some quiet time.
A finger Labyrinth is available for those
who are unable to walk the Labyrinth.
Fish & Chip Dinner
“Joseph”
Tuesday, October 6
Lunch at Shady Maple
$112 per ticket includes tip, bus, lunch and show
Bus leaves St. Francis Parking Lot
at 8:45 AM and returns at 8:00 PM
For more information or to purchase a ticket
please call Cheryl Krzaczyk, ofs at (609) 361-0493
or (609) 661-5229 (cell) or
Paul Chambers, ofs at (609) 713-2622
Proceeds benefit the Order of Franciscan Secular, ofs
Travel Gift Certificate Raffle
Prize Value $5,000
Only 1,000 Tickets Sold
$25.00 per ticket
Thistle of Kearny returns!
Friday, March 27
4:30 to 7:00 PM
$16 adults / $8 child
St. Francis Community Center Gym
Dine In or Take Out
Take out dinners begins at 4:30 PM.
Dine in begins at 5:00 PM.
Includes: Fish or Chicken Dinner,
Beverage and Dessert
Tickets are currently available at the Front Desk of the
Community Center and a limited amount of tickets will
be available the day of the event.
There will be a 50/50 drawing.
Proceeds to benefit St. Francis of Assisi Parish
Donations of Baked Goods are needed.
Please email or call Lori Dudek at:
[email protected] or
(609) 494-8861 ext. 118.
Women’s Cornerstone Retreat
November 13 & 14
Planning Meeting
All Cornerstone Sisters are invited to attend
Tuesday, April 14 - 7:00 - 8:45 PM, Sr. Lounge
Sunday, May 17 - 11:00 AM - 12:45 PM, Room 105
Saturday, June 6 - 10:00 AM -12:00 PM, Brant Beach
Church Hall (following the daily 9:00 AM Mass)
Tuesday, July 14 - 7:00 - 8:45 PM, Sr. Lounge
Tuesday, August 18 - 7:00 - 8:45 PM, Sr. Lounge
Email Lauren Finelli at [email protected] for more info.
Drawing: May 15, 2015, 11:00 AM
St. Francis Community Center
Winner need not be present.
May be redeemed at Home Town Travel, Manahawkin
(609) 597-5100.
ID # 265-1-7526
RL-15-02
Please make your check payable to St. Francis Parish & Center and
indicate “Travel Gift Certificate” on the envelope and mail to:
St. Francis Parish & Center
c/o Travel Voucher
4700 Long Beach Blvd.
Long Beach Township, NJ 08008
Name:___________________________________________________
Address:_________________________________________________
City:_____________________________State: ______Zip: ________
Daytime Phone:___________________________________________
# of tickets requested ($25 each) ____Total Amount Enclosed: ______
Visa and MasterCard accepted in person.
Signature:________________________________________________
Travel Gift Certificate is redeemable at face value for air, sea, rail, auto and other
travel related services, not redeemable for cash. MAY BE REDEEMED ONLY AT
HOME TOWN TRAVEL. Not refundable or Transferable. Must be redeemed
within one year of date of issue. No substitution of the offered prize. No cash in
lieu of prize. Winner need not be present.
Proceeds benefit St. Francis Community Center
Therapeutic Foster Care Parents Needed
Jennifer Milne, Connections Coordinator
(732) 349-3535 ext. 702
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Senior Services
Recreation & Aquatics
For information call ext. 108 or 109.
For info. please call ext. 105. Visit the Spring Brochure
Struggling with Medicare Part B payments?
You or a loved one may qualify for assistance. The Medicare
Savings Program can help by providing Medicare Part B savings.
CALL SENIOR SERVICES FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Daily Reassurance Calls
Do you know of a senior who is isolated?
Senior Services makes daily reassurance calls to seniors who
have no one to check on them. Please call the Center and ask for
extension 108 to request that we call them.
Caregiver Support Group
Second Tuesday of every month, 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Ocean County Southern Services Center
179 S. Main Street, Manahawkin, NJ.
Meals on Wheels
Volunteer Substitute Drivers needed for all routes! Call Sherry
today to sign up at (609) 494-8861, ext. 109.
Walking Program
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
8:00 - 8:45 AM in the Gym.
Ladies’ Exercise Class
Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30 to 10:30 AM
Room 99 - All are welcome to attend.
Volunteer Attorney
Tuesdays, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
By appointment only for those who qualify.
Cards: Senior Lounge
Call if you have questions or wish to register.
Canasta: Monday, 12:30 - 4:00 PM
Mah Jongg: Tuesday & Friday, 12:30 - 4:00 PM
Pinochle: Wednesday, 12:30 - 4:00 PM
Party Bridge: Thursday, 12:30 - 4:00 PM
Educational Services
(609) 494-8861 ext. 185
www.stfranciscenterlbi.org/educational-support
Southern Regional High School
600 North Main St., Manahawkin, NJ
NJ High School Diploma Preparation Classes
online at www.stfranciscenterlbi.org
or pick up a Brochure at the Center lobby.
Lifeguard Training - Ages 15 and up
Upon successful completion, participants will receive
an American Red Cross Certification in Lifeguard
Training, First Aid and CPR.
DATE
Wed., April 22
Thur., April 23
Fri., April 24
Sat., April 25
TIME
5:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 9:00 AM -
7:00 PM
8:00 PM
8:00 PM
5:00 PM
CPR / AED Training for the
Professional Rescuer
(By appointment only)
$65 Member / $85 Non-Member
Lifeguard Challenge (by appointment only)
Any person taking Lifeguard challenge MUST take
CPR challenge also. $35 per challenge.
CPR Challenge (by appointment only) $35 per
challenge.
First Aid Challenge (by appointment only $35 per
challenge
You must have a current card to be eligible for either
challenge. To schedule an appointment, please call
(609) 494-8861 ext. 105.
Pickleball is Here!
Tuesdays & Thursdays
12:15 - 3:00 PM
in the Gymnasium
$5 Fee
Monday & Wednesday, 6:00 - 9:00 PM (9/10 Bldg.)
ESL Classes
Monday & Wednesday, 6:00 - 9:00 PM (9/10 Bldg.)
Tuesday & Thursday, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
(Free LIMITED transportation will be provided)
All classes are FREE to the community.
Additional Classes are located throughout Ocean County.
Please call for more information at (609) 494-8861 ext. 185 or
www.stfranciscenterlbi.org/educational-support to locate a
class near you.
Birthday Parties
St. Francis Aquatic Center
is a great place
to hold a birthday party!
For more information please contact
the pool desk at (609) 494-8861 ext. 187.
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Family Support Services
Children’s Services
Human Concerns and the Food Pantry
are closed on Thursdays.
St. Francis Preschool is an accredited program from the
National Association for the Education of Young Children.
NAEYC-Accredited programs must meet NAEYC’s 10 standards
for high-quality early childhood education. For more information
about NAEYC standards visit: www.rightchoiceforkids.org.
Human Concerns new hours are: Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday and Friday, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
The Food Pantry currently needs:
Macaroni & Cheese, Spaghetti,
Canned Vegetables, Cereal,
Soap, Any Size Diapers
Parenting and Anger Management Groups
St. Francis Community Center. Locations throughout
Ocean County. To register, please call (609) 494-8861
ext. 194. Funded by the Department of Human Services.
Auto Ownership Program
Please consider donating your old car (in fair to good
condition) to St. Francis’ auto ownership program. We
are in need of donated cars to assist clients to make the
transition from welfare to work.
For more information on a tax-deductible donation
please call: Auto Ownership Program Coordinator
(609) 494-8861 ext. 195.
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Sponsored by AARP
Now through April 15
CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
Open Enrollment! Full Day, Work Day or Extended Day
Toddlers: Ages 14 months to 2 1/2
Preschoolers: Ages 2 1/2 to 5
VACATION CLUB:
Orientation & Registration: Saturday, May 2; 8:00 AM
Ages 5-13 (must have completed Kindergarten)
June 22 - September 3, 2015
Please continue collecting
Campbell's Soup Can Labels
Did you know that in addition to collecting labels from
cans and boxes you can also register your ShopRite card
online? Any Labels for Education product purchases that
you make, we will automatically receive 1 point for each product.
Only residents of New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania,
Connecticut or Massachusetts are eligible to participate. To
register your ShopRite card(s) go to www.elabelsforeducation.com.
The following information is needed: Saint Francis Preschool,
Beach Haven, New Jersey, 08008. Please share this information
with a friend. More than one school can be registered on a card.
This will help us in purchasing equipment and materials for
Children’s Services.
Collection containers are located in the lobby of St. Francis Center
and Children’s Services hallway. For an updated list of products
please visit: www.labelsforeducation.com or pick up a copy in the
front lobby of the Center. Thank you for your continued support!
Walk In:
Monday & Thursday, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
St. Mary’s of the Pines Parish Center
100 Bishops Lane, (off McKinley Blvd.) Manahawkin
When cutting your labels please only cut the UPC and the points
value. See the pictures below:
Appointments Only:
Wednesday, 1:00 - 5:00 PM, (609) 994-3671
Perry’s Lake Club House, 4 Princeton Ave., Manahawkin
Homebound clients or information call (609) 294-0730.
You must arrive at least one hour before closing time to assure there is
sufficient time to complete your taxes. Thank you for your cooperation.
FREE Self Defense Seminar
Wednesday, March 25, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
St. Francis Community Center Gymnasium
Practice basic strikes/blocks, attacks and self defense techniques.
Q&A on safety, attacker patterns, prevention including local
resources to help combat violence. You will leave feeling strong,
confident, and healthy with an increased self-awareness
(this class is hands-on, so please wear comfortable clothing.
Participants are encouraged to bring a friend)
Call (609) 494-1554 to register
Space is limited
All ages are welcome
Led by instructors at Jersey State Martial Arts
including Michael Cofer, a 3rd degree black belt
with over 20 years of experience and training
Thank you for your continual support! As of March 2014 we have
collected 3662 points!
Thank You
Thank you to all our volunteers who helped with Family
Promise the past few months. We are very grateful and
appreciate your willingness to prepare a meal, spend time
with the families, stay overnight or do the laundry.
Without your participation we would not be able to meet
our commitment to homeless families.
With our sincere gratitude,
The Family Promise CoreTeam.
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St. Francis Travel
Call Nancy at Home Town Travel (609) 597-5100
Email: [email protected]
Home Town Travel is preparing
2015-2016 Group Trips.
Destinations will include:
Alaska, Iceland, Ireland, Canadian Rockies,
US National Parks and two cruises.
Contact Home Town Travel for more info.
Cruises
Celebrity Eclipse Trans Atlantic Cruise
April 20 - May 7, 2015
Document night, April 7, 6:00 - 8:00 PM, Sr. Lounge
Emerald Waterways River Cruise
Prague to Budapest
September 23, 2015
COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD
Maris Stella Retreat & Conference Center
Lenten Weekly Holy Hour
“An Hour with God”
Wednesdays, March 18, 25 & April 1
3:30 - 4:30 PM, Maris Stella Chapel
Holy hour will provide an opportunity for Exposition of the Blessed
Sacrament and personal prayer in silence.
No registration needed.
Day of Reflection on Icons
Saturday, March 28 - 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
“The Joy of the Gospel in Light and Color:
Praying with the One who is Gazing at you and Smiling!”
This day will introduce you to the rich symbolism within Icons.
Prayer together, personal reflection and sharing will be integrated
throughout the day. Experience the prayer of gazing before an Icon
and be drawn ever more deeply into God’s love.
Presenter: Nadine Haines. Costs: Includes lunch - Registration: $60
Non-Refundable, Non-Transferable Deposit: $15.
For more information call Sr. Pat (609) 494-2917
or email: [email protected]
All Saints Regional Catholic School
400 Doc Cramer Blvd., Manahawkin, NJ, 08050
(609) 597-3800 or visit www.asrcs.org
Sightseeing Trips
Sordevolo’s Passion Play
September 13 - 22, 2015
Itinerary: two nights Rome, two nights Assisi, one night Padua,
two nights Biella and one night Milan. See the play and the Last
Supper. Visit the church/museum where the Shroud of Turin is
vaulted. (You will see a replica and video but you will not see the
original.) A $100 per person (fully refundable once price is
confirmed) deposit is required.
For information on any of the above trips, please call
Nancy at Home Town Travel (609) 597-5100.
St. Francis is a sending Parish to ASRCS
Annual Spring Gift Auction
Saturday, March 21
St. Mary’s of the Pines Parish Center
Doors Open at 5:30 PM
This event is one of our largest fundraisers with all of the proceeds
directly benefiting our students. Admission: $10 - This includes one
sheet of tickets, coffee/tea & dessert. Additional refreshments will be
available for purchase.
A Visa Gift Card Raffle with 3 Prizes of a $750, $500 & $250 Visa
Gift Card and The Birthday Game with a $500 Cash Prize are part of
this exciting evening. Other prizes include a TV, Grill, Designer Bags,
Bikes, wide selection of Gift Cards, Keurig, Event Tickets, Dine
around LBI, Electronics, 50/50 Raffle, Lottery Aprons, Golden Ticket
Raffle, Our Class Projects, Lottery Tree & much more with over
200 Amazing Gift Baskets to be won! Don’t miss out on the FUN!
Donovan Catholic, 711 Hooper Ave., Toms River, NJ
Weekly Meetings Always open to everyone!
Performing Arts Department Proudly Presents
“Hello Dolly”
Al Anon
St. Francis Center
Beginners Meeting, Thursday, 7:00-7:30 PM
Open Discussion, Thursday, 7:30-8:30 PM
Al-Anon is a fellowship of family members and friends of
alcohol/drug abusers, who share their experience, strength and
hope with one another.
Alcoholics Anonymous
SOMC, Sunday, 7:30 PM
Lights Off, Sunday, 9:00-10:30 AM
St. Francis Center, Room 116
St. Thomas of Villanova, Surf City
Monday through Friday, 12:30 PM
Friday (men), 8:00 PM
For Saturday Meetings:
Call the AA Hotline (609) 494-5130
Thursday, March 26, 7:30 PM; Friday, March 27, 7:30 PM
Saturday March 28, 7:30 PM; Sunday, March 29, 1:30 PM
Adults $13, Students & Seniors $10
“Put on Your Sunday Clothes”
For the young and young at heart
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny – Easter Egg Hunt in the Quad
Meet the Characters of “Hello Dolly”
March 21, 9:00 – 11:00 AM
$13 per person/ children under 2 Free
Contact: The Box Office (732) 349-8801 ext. 2403
RESERVE YOU SPOT NOW FOR
Griffin Grand Market - May 16, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Open to public - Vendors, Flea Market & Garage Sale Sellers
Outside Space $35
Inside Space $45
Food – Music – Games for Kids
For an application and info. contact Erin 732-349-8801, ext. 2433 or
[email protected]. Thank you for your support.
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