Saint Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church
979 Avenue C - Bayonne, New Jersey 07002 (201) 436-2222   Fax:(201) 437-5235
Founded 1894
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ONGOING EVENTS

BAPTISMAL INSTRUCTION and Baptisms: The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated on the fourth Sunday of each month. This celebration takes place during the 12 Noon Mass in the Church. Parents must attend our required Baptismal Preparation class prior to the Baptism of their children. Classes are held on the second Sunday of each month at 1:30 PM in the James Egan Room, first floor of the school (enter through lot).

ST. VINCENT’S SHAWL MINISTRY - The Shawl Ministry will no longer be holding its monthly meeting in the rectory. However, please do not stop knitting and crocheting the stoles and lap robes for the sick and shut-ins. We will continue to distribute these as they are brought to the rectory and blessed. So far at least 100 have been given away to delighted recipients. God bless all who have contributed to make someone’s life a bit cheerier. Thanks to all who have helped. Yours in Christ, Joan O’Brien

Centering Prayer Group - meets every Thursday at 7:PM in the rectory's Msgr. Dolan Room.  Anyone interested in developing the practice of Centering Prayer will find this helpful.  For more info, please call Barbara Sherry 201-437-2961.

FOOD PANTRY - Recipients may enter the 47th Street school entrance.  The next distribution date is March 11 at 3:30PM  - THANK YOU and God bless each and every one of those who participate and regularly contribute to keep the pantry with the much needed supplies which serves at

least 60 people twice a month. We ask for donations of canned soup and stew, canned ravioli and pasta, canned tuna, peanut butter, jelly, cereals and canned juices. This will help us through the coming colder months.  Food Pantry - A heartfelt thank you to all who helped keep our food pantry going through the cold winter and spring months. Only because you, as a parish, and our priests are committed to helping those less fortunate are we still able to distribute food twice a month. It’s a huge undertaking and we are extremely grateful for everyone’s help.

A weekly Novena Service to Our Lady of Perpetual Help will take place every Wednesday in the Church at 7PM. All are welcome.

Please join us to say the Rosary every First Friday at 6:30AM and First Saturday at 7:30AM.

Each First Friday there is Eucharistic Adoration/Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament from 2PM-3PM. Divine Mercy Chaplet will follow at 3PM.

Archbishop’s Annual Appeal — THANK YOU - Thank you for supporting the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal. In order for our parish to receive a rebate, we must exceed our goal in funds collected by December 31. If you have an outstanding balance on your pledge, please send it in before the deadline. If you have not yet made your gift, please complete your gift envelope as soon as possible and either send it directly to the Archdiocese of Newark or turn it in to the parish. This year we plan to use our rebate to purchase heating fuel.

The Sacrament of Confirmation - Confirmation will be celebrated in the spring of 2011 for our young men and women in the 9th grade. The preparation for the reception of this sacrament is the completion of grade 7 & 8 catechetical instruction and the immediate preparation during the 9th grade. Specific information regarding this immediate preparation will be forthcoming in the spring of 2010.

Hall Rental - Robinson Hall is now available to be rented for parties. Registered parishioners will receive a discounted rate. For more information and reservations please contact our banquet manager, Buddy Cardano, at 201-396-1755.

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A.) is the process by which people become members of the catholic church.  This is the method proposed by the church for those seeking baptism.  You are welcome to become a catholicPlease let us know by filling out the form on page 4 of the Sunday bulletin and drop in the collection basket or drop off at the rectory or use the contact form or speak with Father Marvin at 201 436-2222.  If you are a Catholic needing to complete your Sacraments (Eucharist or Confirmation), 'Inquiry is just as it sounds' - it is a time for asking questions and exploring God’s call. There are no commitments or obligations. If you are interested, please call Fr. Marvin at 201-436-2222.  Thank you.
 

Joining the Parish / Joining the Church
~ Monday evenings at 7PM in the rectory basement ~
~ Adults looking to complete the Sacraments of Initiation ~
(Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation)
~ Members of other Christian denominations who would
like to explore membership in the Catholic Church ~
~ Parishioners who would like to serve as sponsors ~
~ If you have any questions, see Fr. Bob, Pam Martone,
or Monica D’Alessio. ~

Prayer for a Loved One’s Return to Faith - Dear Lord, You became a man, suffered and died to win salvation for all souls. Look graciously on the soul of my loved one who has drifted away from you and The faith. Grant (name) in your grace to see the error of (his/her) way and return to the fold in your care. Teach me to stay close to (name) during this trying time and strive to convert (him/her) by action and prayers more than by ways that may antagonize. Sacred Heart of Jesus, I trust you to do everything to bring my loved one back to you. Amen.

HOW TO REPORT ABUSE - The archdiocese takes very seriously any and all allegations of sexual misconduct by members of the clergy, Religious and lay staff of the Archdiocese.  We encourage anyone with knowledge of an act of sexual misconduct to inform us immediately so that we can take appropriate action to protect others and provide support to victims of sexual abuse.  Individuals who wish to report an allegation of sexual misconduct may do so by calling the Archdiocesan Office of child and Youth Protection at (201) 407-3256.

Choir News - The parish choir of the Church of St. Vincent de Paul is looking for new members. The choir sings every Sunday at the 10AM Mass as well as at all the major liturgies of the Church Year. Rehearsals are held Tuesday from 7-9PM in the church. Anyone interested in joining can speak to Tom Norton, the organist and choir director, after any of the weekend Masses.

Are you or someone you know homebound or in a nursing home or very ill or in the hospital?  We at St. Vincent's would like to visit you.  Because of patient privacy laws, however, we can only visit if someone informs us of the need and request the visit.  Please call the Rectory 201 436-2222 to leave the name and telephone number, or you can use the contact form, or leave a note at the Parish Office.

Homebound Parishioners - Any homebound parishioner wishing to receive the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist at home should please leave a message for Sr. Angelita at the rectory.

Healing Mass for Those Suffering from Substance Abuse - A special Mass for those suffering from substance abuse is offered every third Tuesday of the month at 7:30 PM in St. Henry’s Parish Center on West 28th St.

Do you know someone who is carrying the grief and sorrow of past abortions? - Share with them the "good news" of GOD's merciful love:  Days of Prayer and Healing for women and men suffering from the effects of abortion.  For more information:  Call Sisters of Life 1-866-575-0075 or contact them thru their WEBSITE or Call LUMINA/Hope and Healing After Abortion 1-877-586-4621 or thru their website

HUDSON COUNTY SERRA CLUB MEMBERSHIP DRIVE - The Serran organization encourages vocations to the priesthood and religious life.  Serrans accomplish this goal through prayer, providing assistance to seminarians and raising funds for special diocesan projects.  Please help us and our Church by becoming a member.  Contact Vic Donofrio 201-858-8537 or Robert Haggerty 201-437-6674

HAVE YOU BEEN ASKED TO BE A GODPARENT FOR BAPTISM? OR A SPONSOR FOR CONFIRMATION?
First - You must be registered in a Catholic Church for at least 3 months. This means that you have filled out a registration form, receive envelopes, and your name is on file at the parish office.
Second - You must be a practicing Catholic. This means you have regular attendance at our parish church. If you attend another church, you must contact that church for the proper documents.
Third - We ask all our own parishioners who are looking for sponsors for either Baptism or Confirmation that they choose people who are fulfilling their obligation and going to church on Sunday. Also, we ask that they are practicing the values of our Catholic faith. Thank you.

Parish Membership:  New Parishioners are requested to register in the Parish as soon as possible.  Please print and mail in to the Rectory the Parishioner Registration Form (PDF File).  This form can also be used to change your address.

To request sacramental records like Baptism and Marriage Certificates - please contact the parish in writing using the following form which you can print and mail it in: Click for Sacramental Record Request Form (PDF File) Please Note:  When a parish fulfills requests for sacramental records, staff spends time searching the records, typing it up with the notations of the other sacraments, and mailing it. Please consider sending a courtesy donation once you have received the certificate to help the parish recover its expenses.


UPCOMING EVENTS

Census 2010 JOBS - Earn extra money -- $13 to $20 an hour. Work in a temporary, part-time job with the 2010 Census and enjoy good pay, flexible hours, and the chance to serve your community. You must be 18 or older. Call 201-285-0150 for more information.

New Jersey Pro-life Youth Rally for High School Aged Youth (7th annual day to educate and evangelize about the dignity of human life) Friday, April 23, 2010 at Seton Hall University Schedule includes: Mass, music, keynote, witness and lunch - Call Salesians of Don Bosco-- 973-761-0201 www.salesianym.com

ASCA Gala - The Advisory Board of All Saints Catholic Academy invites you to its First Annual Gala Ball. The event will be held at Mayfair Farms in West Orange on Saturday. March 20. The cocktail hour will begin at 7PM followed by dinner and dancing at 8PM. Mr. Mickey McCabe will be Master of Ceremonies. The honorees will be Rev. Thomas Foye, Mrs. Madeline Fiadini LoRe, and Mr. James Flynn, Esq. Tickets are $125 and support the All Saints Catholic Academy Tuition Fund. Please join us in celebrating Catholic Education in Bayonne and help us spread the word to family and friends who live outside the city. For ticket reservations or information about a journal ad please call the school at 201-443-8384 or visit
the website www.ascabayonne.org.

Bible Study - The Bible is not just any story -- it is YOUR story. Discover how to understand it better. Make reading the Bible easy and exciting. This study will help you learn more about the people, places, and major events and themes of Scripture from a Catholic perspective. Come join us in the Bible Timeline DVD Study offered at the Archdiocesan Center, 171 Clinton Avenue, Newark, Wednesdays from 4:30-6:30PM through June 30. To learn more, contact Liliana Soto-Cabrera at 973-497-4353 or sotolili@rcan.org. Learn more about this study at www.greatadventureonline.com.

Retrouvaille - The Christmas season should be a joyful time, but to those in troubled marriages, it is a season often marked by disappointment and broken promises. Retrouvaille (“rediscovery”) is a program of the Catholic Church designed to provide practical help and support to married couples. The program, offered by the Office of Family Life Ministries of the Archdiocese of Newark, begins with a weekend experience on March 19-21. For program and fee information, please contact the Office of FAMILY Life ministries at 973-497-4327. Retrouvaille can be a lifeline of hope and healing in the New Year

Catholic Men’s Conference - The Archdiocese of Newark will sponsor a Men’s Conference, “Champions of Faith” on Saturday, March 13, 2010 from 8AM to 4PM at Seton Hall University in South Orange. This conference will offer a structure of fellowship and support to deepen men’s faith and relationships with Christ, their families, and society. Early registration can be made through www.rcan.org/menscommission, or email: CatholicMen@rcan.org, or 973-497-4545.


Movie Reviews:  www.usccb.org/movies.
 

HOW TO REPORT ABUSE - The archdiocese takes very seriously any and all allegations of sexual misconduct by members of the clergy, Religious and lay staff of the Archdiocese.  We encourage anyone with knowledge of an act of sexual misconduct to inform us immediately so that we can take appropriate action to protect others and provide support to victims of sexual abuse.  Individuals who wish to report an allegation of sexual misconduct may do so by calling the Archdiocesan Office of child and Youth Protection at (201) 407-3256.

Mass Schedule:  (Daily 7:00AM, and 8:30AM) - (Saturday 5:00PM) - (Sunday 8:00AM, 10:00AM, and 12:00PM) - (Holyday 7:00AM, 8:30AM, 12:00PM, and 7:00PM) - (Holyday Saturday 8:00AM)
Sacrament of Reconciliation:  Saturday 4:00PM to 4:45PM - The Order of the Mass

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