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Diocesan Events
Eucharistic Revival Lecture Series: The Mystery of the Eucharist in the Life of the
Church, 7 p,m., the Cathedral of St. Francis of Assisi. Father Timothy A. Christy will explore the USCCB’s document on the Eucharist. As Christians, we know that we need Christ to be present in our lives. He is our very sustenance as he reminded us: unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you do not have life within you (Jn 6:53). The Lord accompanies us in many ways, but none as profound as when we encounter Him in the Eucharist.
St. Timothy and St. Teresa of Calcutta Awards. 11 a,m. (Location TBD). Hosted by the diocesan Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry honoring juniors and seniors from the Diocese of Metuchen. For more information contact Megan (Vantslot) Callahan, Director of Youth and Young Adult Evangelization at: mcallahan@diometuchen.org
Annual Diocesan Respect Life Mass – Noon, Cathedral of St. Francis of Assisi. All are welcome to join us as Bishop Checchio commemorates the recent overturning of Roe v. Wade, in the Dobbs decision. A light reception will be held following the Mass. For more information contact: jruggiero@diometuchen.org or amarshall@diometuchen.org
Retrouvaille – Weekend for couples in troubled marriages. For information and registration contact Rich Colasuonno at 732-236-0671 or Annette Colasuonno at 732-672-0748.
Marriage Encounter – This Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend gives married couples the time and tools to revitalize romance, deepen communication, and nourish the spirituality in their marriage. Contact Tom and Ruth DeFalco 1-732-904-9636 for application and information. Adoration and Mass at Pastoral Center On Tuesdays and Thursdays in the St. John Neumann Pastoral Center chapel there is adoration of the Blessed Sacrament from 9 to 11:45 a.m. followed by Mass. On Wednesday there is Mass at 11:45 a.m. Adorers are needed so Eucharistic Adoration can be offered before Mass begins. For more information, contact Angela Marshall at: amarshall@diometuchen.org.
Catechism in a Year for Women This virtual Women’s Group will meet each week on Sundays at 2:30 p.m. on Zoom for discussion of Fr. Mike Schmitz’s “Catechism in a Year” podcast beginning on January 8. For details, contact Cristina at cdaverso@diometuchen.org
“The Chosen” Study Series All young adult engaged and married couples are invited to join in a virtual study series based on the hit series, “The Chosen.” A different episode will be discussed each meeting and virtual watch parties will be planned sporadically. Meetings take place every other Monday evening at 6 p.m. on Zoom. For details or to join, please contact Cristina D’Averso-Collins at cdaverso@diometuchen.org.
Surviving Divorce Surviving Divorce is a 12-week program beginning March 2, for men and women seeking healing from separation or divorce. For information contact Ro Bersch at 908-313-5947.
Blue Rosary Guild The Office of Family Life is pleased to announce the creation of the Blue Rosary Guild. The purpose of the Guild is for community members of all ages to make pocket Rosaries for law enforcement officers, providing them with support and spiritual strength and promoting devotion to the Rosary among all the faithful. All materials and instructions will be provided and a Zoom virtual tutorial will also be scheduled. Anyone interested should contact Cristina D’Averso-Collins, Director of the Office of Family Life at cdaverso@ diometuchen.org.
AROUND THE DIOCESE
Retreat, Dec. 27, 7 to 8:30 p.m. – (Fourth Tuesday of each month) Mount Saint Mary House of Prayer, 1651 US Hwy. 22, Watchung, and on Zoom. Men have unique roles in life, husbands, fathers, grandfathers, the single life and religious life. Where can we find time to reflect on the loss and gain of our lives? Join our group over coffee or tea for life affirming discussions and prayer to find God in our lives and to make a difference in our own worlds. Freewill offering. Information and registration for all House of Prayer offerings can be found at www.msmhope.org, calling (908) 753-2091 or e-mail msmhope@msmhope.org. Registration is required 10 days in advance.
Virtual meeting, Dec. 29, 3 to 4 p.m. – (First and third Thursdays of each month.) Mount Saint Mary House of Prayer, Watchung. Join us on Zoom for an hour of lectio divina, prayer, conversation and small group sharing. Freewill offering. Information and registration for all House of Prayer offerings can be found at www. msmhope.org, calling (908) 753-2091 or e-mail msmhope@msmhope.org. Registration is required 10 days in advance.
Prayer service, Dec. 31, 9:30 a.m. 3 p.m. – Mount Saint Mary House of Prayer, 1651 US Hwy. 22, Watchung. Spend this last day of the year reflecting on the many gifts God has bestowed on you. Day begins and ends with communal prayer. Bring a bag lunch. Fee is $20-$30 as you are able. Information and registration for all House of Prayer offerings can be found at www.msmhope.org, calling (908) 753-2091 or e-mail msmhope@msmhope.org. Registration is required 10 days in advance.
Charity Fundraiser, Jan. 21, 6:30 p.m. – 10th annual fundraiser for Our Lady of Lourdes Knights of Columbus Council 6930, Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Hall, 390 County Road 523 Whitehouse Station. Comedy Night features comedians Eddie Clark and Paul Bond and Steve Trevelise of 101.5-FM radio. Dinner, desert and beverages. Proceeds support organizations such as Starfish Food Pantry, Hunterdon ARC, Clinton ARC, and Lyons VA Hospital. Tickets are $50 per person. Doors open at 6:00. Dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m. For tickets contact Tom DiQuollo at (908) 217-4330, tomdiquollo@gmail.com or Roman Hnidj at (908) 256-9760, rhnidj70@gmail.com
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FREELANCE WRITERS
The Catholic Spirit, official newspaper of the Diocese of Metuchen, is seeking freelance reporters to cover events and programs in the counties of the diocese: Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren. E-mail resume and writing samples to: news@catholicspirit.com. Is God calling you to serve as a priest, religious sister or brother?
If you think maybe… Contact the Office of Vocations (732) 562-2453 or e-mail: vocations@diometuchen.org
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - GRAPHIC DESIGNER
The Catholic Spirit, the official newspaper of the Diocese of Metuchen, seeks a Graphic Designer to assist with the layout and design of its publication. The ideal candidate will have Adobe InDesign and Photoshop experience in a PC environment, be familiar with all aspects of electronic publishing, be well-organized and reliable, and have a proven track record of meeting deadlines. Interested candidates should forward their resume to hr@diometuchen.org.
