FIFTEENTH SUNDAY

IN ORDINARY TIME

HOURS       Pss III Seasonal prop

MASS         Prop Gl Cr Sun Pf I-VIII

RDGS         105: Dt 30:10-14  Ps 69:14,17,30-31,33-34,

                   36-37 Col 1:15-20  Lk 10:25-37

The great commandment of love is not something “mysterious” or “remote”. Indeed, it is “very near” to us (1). Yet how difficult it is to fulfill, being neighbor to whomever is in need (3). But if we seek God (Ps), we must “go and do the same” (3), for we have been created in, for and through Christ.

Stewardship

The good Samaritan was also a good steward, giving his time and his treasure to meet his neighbor’s need. At the end of this familiar story, Jesus urges His hearers - and us to go and do the same!

PLEASE PRAY FOR ALL OF OUR PARISHIONERS including:  Lucy Ciancia, Judy Salcewicz,

Tony Gangitano, David King, Haley Weber, Frank Stashak, Josephine Sarnoski, Elizabeth Connelly, Loretta Girard, Mary Pokotello, Blanche Ferarro, Sheila Del Mastro, John & Peter Foxwell, Terese King, John & Christine Dyke, Peter Yazgier and Genevieve Casey.

Let us remember in our prayers Henry Sarnoski and Anthony Sirianni, Sr. whom God has called home.

Collections

July 1^st, 2007  $4277.26

July 8^th, 2007  $4006.00

Counters Team #4

DIOCESAN NEWS

www.diometuchen.org

Marriage Encounter

July 20^th-22^nd  Why not take the opportunity this Summer to enrich your marriage? The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend will be held July 20^th – 22^nd, 2007. Early registration is advisable as space is limited. Phone

1-888-827-NJME for registration and information. Visit www.wwmecentralnj.org for more info.

Thinking of Priesthood?

July 21^st 11am, rain or shine. Come join Bishop Bootkoski July 21^st at St. Augustine of Canterbury Church, 45 Henderson Road, Kendall Park. Come join other men, like yourself, who are open to “listening” to the voice of Jesus as you think about your future and what God wants for you.

This will be a fun filled afternoon of prayer, sharing and eating. Bring your appetite and your willingness to hear God’s call. Dress is casual. Please RSVP by July 13^th. Office of Vocations (732) 562-2457 vocations@diometuchen.org for more info.

Renew Your Marriage Vows With Bishop Bootkoski

September 30^th 4:00 pm  You are warmly invited to celebrate your 25^th or 50^th Wedding Anniversary with the Church of Metuchen. Renew your marriage vows and receive a personalized certificate from Bishop Paul G. Bootkoski.

Application forms may be secured by contacting the parish office or by logging on to www.diometuchen.org/family life (click on the Silver/Gold Application icon). Forms must be signed by the pastor and returned to the Diocese by the parish office. Application forms will be accepted by the Family Life Office until September 4^th. For additional information call the Family Life Office (732) 562-1990 x1624

Mount Saint Mary Academy

1651 U.S. Highway 22 Watchung, NJ 07069-6587

(908) 753-2091 msmhope@att.net

DRUM UP HEALING!

Wed, July 18, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. ($15)  Join our Drum Circle where everyone has a healing voice and is empowered to use it. Drums provided.

SUMMER DAY OF PERSONAL REFRESHMENT

Sat, July 21, 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  Light lunch included. ($35)  Using creative tools for personal growth...What can you learn about yourself through your preferences?

COMMUNITY NEWS

Sacred Heart Parish Festival July 31^st – August 4^th

Sacred Heart Church in Manville will be holding their 39^th Annual Parish Festival. Tues-Fri: 6-10, Sat: 5-10 in the evenings. They will have Wheels, Games, Rides, Raffles, Entertainment and Delicious Homemade Polish Foods. For info and directions, please call (908) 725-0072 or visit www.sacred-heart-church.org

The Center for Great Expectations Walk-a-thon

The Center for Great Expectations will be having a WAL-A-THON to raise friends and funds for our residential facility for homeless pregnant women/teens in recovery.

Sunday, September 16, 2007 at 1:30 pm

3 mile walk beginning and ending at

Immaculata High School, Mountain Avenue

Somerville, NJ.

For more information, please call Sister Sheila Murray SSJ (908) 218-0570 x205 or ssjsam@verizon.net

37^th Annual Pilgrimage to Canada

August 12 – 18, 6 Nights, 7 Days. Hosted by Bonnie Allen, in memory of Antonette Patullo-Zajaczkowski, the original organizer of the Pilgrimage. Includes all accommodations, 10 meals and 14 side trips to the popular sites of Canada. All proceeds from the trip are donated to the Canadian Shrines. The tour offers a complete, enjoyable, economical package for pilgrims of all ages and all levels of religious faith. Bus departs from Our Lady of Victories-Baptistown and The Church of the Blessed Sacrament-Martinsville. For more info, please call Bonnie (908) 625-1622

Pilgrimage/Retreat to Saint Pio & Rome, Italy

November 2007  Fr. Ken Brighenti of St. Ann’s, Raritan and Fr. John Trigilio of OLGC, Marysville, PA will be Chaplains on this Pilgrimage/Retreat. Daily Mass will be offered. Reservations are being accepted now. Please visit the web site: www.fratelliandcompany.com and click on “Saint Pio Pilgrimage” or call (908) 725-1008 x104 for more info are a complete brochure.

There will be a video presentation and registrations on July 25^th at 7PM in the Church Metting Room at St. Ann’s Church, 45 Anderson St., Raritan.

Open Your Heart and Your Home

There are children in your community that need help. Right now there are thousands of New Jersey’s most needy children who do not have homes. We are recruiting families that have a big heart and love for children to become foster or adoptive parents. In Somerset County alone there are over 150 children placed out of their home because of an abusive or neglectful environment. We only have about 40 active foster/adoptive parents in Somerset County to help care for these needy children. The good news is:

There are many ways to help.

Please call at (908) 730-7782 x2009 if you are interested in helping in any way.

OUR LADY OF MERCY NEWS 

Religious Education Registration

Parents of school aged children are encouraged to register their children for 2007/2008 religious education classes as soon as possible. Deadline for registration is July 31^st, 2007. Registration forms can be found at church entrances