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St. Bridget University Parish May 13, 2018

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Pastor �Rev. Michael Field, D.Min.� �email: mfield@stbridgetup.org�Parochial Vicar �Rev. Victorino Coronado Ext. 204��

Deacons � Joseph W. Loungo, Retired� � Samuel Soto� � Kevin C. Heil� � Aaron Smith��

Campus Minister Ivan Soares��

Business Manager Renee Mirenda� Ext. 202�Admin. Assistant Maryann Friedberg� Ext. 203�Secretaries� Kathleen Capitanio� Ext. 206�� Kathie Graham and� � �� Javier Acosta� Ext. 205��

Music Director� Florence Murtha�Maintenance� Vincenzo Pillitteri�� Charlie Graham

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Parish Center�202 Ellis Street, Glassboro�

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� � � Phone:� 856�881�2753�� � � Fax:� � 856�881�9697�E�mail: parishoffice@stbridgetup.org�Website: www.churchofstbridget.com�

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Newman House Catholic Campus Ministry �Rowan University �

1 Redmond Ave., Glassboro �Phone: 856�881�2554�

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St. Michael the Archangel Regional School�51 W. North St., Clayton � Phone: 856�881�0067�

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Franciscan Missionary Sisters Convent�212 Ellis St., Glassboro �Phone: 856�881�4604�

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New Office Hours��

The Parish Center has new office hours:��

Monday through Thursday �9:00 AM to 4:30 PM at the Parish Center�

Saturday: 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the Parish Center� Saturday: 4:00 to 6:00 PM in the church� Sunday: 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the church��

Closed Holy Days & Holidays��

Closed on Friday�

University Parish Staff

Mass Schedule�Saturday Vigil: 4:30 PM�

Sunday: 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM,�1:00 PM (Español) �

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Weekdays �Monday�Friday, 8:00 AM; �

Saturday: 9:00 AM�

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Holy Days� 7:00 PM Vigil, 8:00 AM & 7:00 PM�

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Confessions: �Saturday�3:30 PM (Church) �Confessions can also be heard�

anytime by appointment

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7th Sunday of Easter�

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Dear Friends,��

As we gather to worship at the table of the Word and the table �of the Eucharist this weekend, we as a nation take this week-end to give honor to the women of the world who gave us the gift of life � our mothers!���

In the “infancy narrative” of Luke’s Gospel, the angel Gabriel came to a young woman to bring her surprising and joyful good news. She was pregnant � but she wondered. Realizing the complexities of her pregnancy in a judgmental society, she �raised her concerns to the angel and found reassurance. Of all �the reflective quotes about mothers, her response is the re-sponse all mothers are invited to voice and live. The young woman said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.” Then the angel de-parted from her.���

Like many, I know my mother had a connect with that young woman. With the unique gifts and challenges of her life, she �said yes to the gift of life for five children. Throughout her life, whether it was a gentle but firm correction, a wonderfully endless hug, encouragement amidst despair, she was a hand-maid of the Lord. I was and am blessed to have been given the gift of life through my mother. May she celebrate eternal life.���

May your Mother’s Day be joyful. If you are celebrating with your mother, or your children � relish the moments that be-come memories. If you are saddened by the loss of your mother or child, be blessed with happy memories. If you are pained by hurtful memories, be kind to yourself. Take time this weekend �to celebrate the gift of motherhood.���

That young woman who said yes to the angel Gabriel is �Mary, our mother, our greatest model of motherhood. Blessed mother, blessed are you among woman, pray for us always. �Happy Mother’s Day!��

Fr. Michael Field�

Our Mission St. Bridget University Parish in Glassboro

is called to be a living church, a diverse Catholic faith community on fire with the love of Jesus Christ;

passionate about what happens to one another, disturbed by injustice, and eager for the

Kingdom of God.

INVITATION TO �PASTORAL PLAN BRIEFING�

�The Parish Pastoral Council invites our parish-

ioners to an information session to dialogue about the Parish Pastoral Plan released in March 2018. This session will be on Sunday May 20 after the 10:30 AM Mass in the church hall.�

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The Pastoral Plan provides a comprehensive vision for the rebuilding of our Saint Bridget Univer-sity Parish into a dynamic and vibrant community of discipleship. It encompasses 7 facets of a vibrant parish with 17 long�term goals, 37 short�term objec-tives detailing those goals, and 195 strategies for executing the objectives.�

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At this session Pastoral Council will provide an overview, then answer your questions as best we can. So please join Pastoral Council on May 20 at 11:30 AM for a discussion about our parish future presented in the Pastoral Plan. ��

A Letter from our Pastor

HOLY HOUR�Bridges to Peace� The St. Bridget Univer-

sity Parish Bridges to Dig-

nity Life and Jus�ce Team

will sponsor a Holy Hour � �

Bridges to Peace, praying

for an end to violence

and for the healing�

of all those touched by

violence in our society. A special invita�on is extended

to all those who have experienced the effects of vio-

lence in their lives.��The Holy Hour will take place on

Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 7:00

PM. There will be exposi�on, silent

adora�on, intercessions, personal

pe��ons, and benedic�on.��Light re-

freshments will be served a1er the

Holy Hour.�

Saturday May 12 9:00 AM 4:30 PM For All Mothers Sunday May 13 Mother’s Day 8:30 AM For All Mothers 10:30 AM For All Mothers 1:00 PM For All Mothers Monday May 14 8:00 AM William Berlecky r/b John King Tuesday May 15 8:00 AM Marion Paciocco r/b Toni & John DeFerro Wednesday May 16 8:00 AM For the Special Intentions of Sarah Giaccio r/b Mom & Dad Thursday May 17 8:00 AM Eleanor L. Cavaliere r/b Mary Ellen & Paul Cavaliere Friday May 18 8:00 AM Saturday May 19 9:00 AM For the Special Intentions of Brian Murphy r/b Pat & Joe Hartley 4:30 PM Joanne Hardymon r/b Elaine & John Gervasi John Roberts r/b Florence, Jack & Patrick Mary Skiffington r/b Veronica Bozine Sunday May 20 8:30 AM Robert Weidman r/b Ann & John Silvestri & Family Bertha Lambert r/b Pat Mann & Family 10:30 AM Russell Carmolingo r/b Judy & Family Denis Michalski r/b Theresa Johnson 1:00 PM For Our Parishioners

PRAYER LIST��

Lynda Bancroft, Julia Bastian, Carol Boyle, Thomas Carey, Frank Carnuccio, Dana Carothers, Carol Carminotti, Alyce Casserly, Mort Cohen, Jovenita Coronado, Marie Corvacchioli, Carl Costello, Dominic DiPietro, Frances Field, Bishop Joseph Galante, baby Dominick Grays, Susan Grim, Carol Harwood, Sally Hasher�Bemiss, Kathleen Heil, Marcus Jones, Deanna & Anthony Kennedy, Denise Hughes King, Helen Lint, Linda Marzucco, Dr. Leo McCabe, Msgr. Thomas McIntyre, Alan Mehaffey, Paul & Gilda Mitchell, Sonia Morales, Gerald Morgan, Margaret Morse, Pat Mulutzie, Al Paciocco, Joan Pacitti, Mary “Vicky” Petrillo, toddler Cataleya Rivera, Cathie Seas, Joseph Senatore, and Mildred “Dolly” Tierno ��

If you wish, you may receive the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. Contact the Parish Center at 856�881�2753 to make an appointment with a priest. ��

Are you homebound or infirmed or know somebody who is? Contact the Parish Center at 856�881�2753 to have your name placed on the home visitation list. You will receive the sacraments on monthly visits or as necessary. ��

We pray for the safety and the Lord’s protection of our men and women in the military, especially Colonel Eric Baus, USA; Major Matthew Lisa, USAF; Sean Patrick Stailey, USN and Luke Wible, USMC. ��

PRAYER CHAIN Do you or someone you know need the blessing of prayer? That’s why the St. Bridget Prayer Chain is here for you. Please contact Annadora Shipley, Coordinator, at �856�589�0334 and prayers will begin for you. �

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We warmly welcome Katelyn May Pence and Miguel Nicolas Lopez, who were baptized this past week-end at St. Bridget. We congratulate them, their parents and godparents. May the Lord bless them. �

Sanctuary Candle �

This week the Sanctuary Candle burns�In Memory of Sandy Saponare�

r/b Bert & Jack Rogers & Family�

ATTENTION VETERANS! Having problems? Need help? The NJ Veterans Helpline might be your answer. This is a 24�hour service manned by veterans who counsel callers and direct them to a wide range of services. Call 1�866�838�7654.�

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The Sunday 6:00 PM Mass will resume in �September when the students return from �

summer break.�

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Wedding Banns�For the first time between �

Christopher Contrevo and Elisa Grello.�

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Stewards Witness

“Whoever confesses that Jesus is the Son

of God, God abides in him, and he in

God.” �

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How strong is your faith? When you have an opportunity to

either defend or clarify a ques�on about our Catholic faith,

do you do it? Or, do you remain silent so that others don’t

think you are weird? Pray for the courage to be a strong

steward in all circumstances and to share your witness with

others.� �� � Last Week’s Collection $ 5,733. �� � On�line Collection $ 765. �� � Poor Collection $ 574.�

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Ministries Meeting Table��

Sunday, May 13�Youth Choir Practice�9:30 AM�Church�

Monday, May 14�Bereavement Group�7:00 PM�Our Lady of Peace�

Wednesday, May 16�Prayer Group�7:00 PM�Hall�

Thursday, May 17�Bible Study�1:00 PM�Parish Center�

1st and 3rd Thursday�Knights of Columbus�7:30 PM� Hall�

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We apologize for any inconvenience

caused by the bulletin announcing the

6:00 PM Mass on Sunday, followed by dinner.

If you wish to call attention to any errors,

please contact the Parish Center at 856-881-2753:

Kathie Graham for the bulletin;

Javier Acosta for the calendar.

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House of Charity Appeal� �

� Our goal here at St. Brid-get University Parish is $62,004.26 � but we have already raised an incredi-ble $43,948 from the con-tributions of 128 families! � We invite all parishion-

ers to participate in this important effort. �

During this House of Charity Appeal, please make your sacrificial gift to help continue the mission of the Church here in the Diocese of Camden.

Have You Heard The News?� The Scrip Program is coming back to St. Bridget's! Scrip is an easy and profitable way for non�profit or-ganizations to raise much needed funds. We will be using Great Lakes Scrip, a company with over 30 years experience in Scrip and fundraising. Scrip will be rolling out soon, but right now we are looking for a few families to help us test the program and put all the pieces in place. Please contact Liz Jordan at�lizanderek@verizon.net�if you can be one of our first Scrip families. �

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Knights of Columbus Beef n Beer!�Saturday June 2 �

7:00 PM� 11:00 PM In the Church Hall�

Featuring Greg Armstrong singing the sounds of Frank Sinatra, Dean �Martin and many more! Enjoy great roast beef, delicious sides, brews and beverag-es! $25 per person. �

Seating is limited. The Knights are selling tickets after Masses or go to�assumption3397.org� to �

purchase tickets.�

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VITALity Catholic Healthcare Services �

Do you or someone you love need care at home? Contact the Diocese of Camden’s Home & Parish Healthcare Services Resource and Referral Help Line 1�888�26VITALity (1�888�268�4825). It is the single Gateway to Help at Home for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities seeking to remain healthy, safe and secure in their homes. Staffed by Caring Professionals, The VITALity Help�Line: + Provides information and access to Medical, Community and Diocesan Health Services. �

Cemetery Clean up� Please remove all decorations from St. Bridget Cem-etery by May 25, 2018. There should be no permanent planting in the cemetery. � Anything left on the graves will be discarded. This too will be removed for landscaping purposes. � Thank you.�

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St. Michael the Archangel School�To inquire about any of the following, �contact Sheri Klein, at 856�881�0067,�ext. 213 or sklein@smrsonline.com�

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Registration�Now accepting registrations for 2018�2019!

St. Michael the Archangel Regional School is a

premier Catholic grade school in the heart of

Gloucester County that educates students Pre K

3 through 8th grade. We offer a dynamic middle

school elective program, full and half day Pre K 3

and 4, and full day kindergarten. Any Pre K stu-

dent that attends 3 or more full days will re-ceive After Care at NO CHARGE! Please con-

tact our Advancement Director, Sheri Klein at

856�881�0067 or sklein@smrsonline.com for your

personal tour of our campus. �

Open House �St. Michael the Archangel Regional School is ex-tending a welcome to all interested Pre�K3 through 8th grade students, their parents, and family to join us for our 2018 Open House, on May 15 from 6 PM � 8 PM. Tour our campus and meet the members of our administration, faculty and staff. We are still accepting applications for the 2017�2018 school year. Private tours and shadow days are available by appointment. To attend, please contact Sheri Klein at 856�881�0067 ext 213.��

Summer Camp�We are now accepting Summer Camp registra-tions. Ten themed weeks are available from June 25 until August 24. Spots are filling quickly. For more information, please contact warrior-camp@smrsonline.com. ��

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Knights of Columbus �St. John Paul II Chapter Blood Drive�

� Save the Date:�Wednesday,�May 23 from 12:30���6:15 PM at 350 Crystal Lake Ave, Haddonfield, NJ, 08033.� � To make an appointment, visit�redcrossblood.org���enter sponsor code:�k of c haddon twp; or�email�johnbuttil1952@netzero.com,�or call�856�547�7096. �

Save the Date...Save a Life!�

Welcoming/Hospitality Committee� Our parish has formed a Welcoming/Hospitality Committee. If

you are interested in joining this fun group, please the Parish office

at 856�881�2753.�

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It’s Graduation time!!! �� Are there any parishioners you want to recognize? If a student is graduating, let us know! � Send the student’s name, date of graduation and school to Kathie Graham at kgraham@stbridgetup.org.�

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Watercolor Classes���

Spring session Part 2�Painting Skies. Dates: May 10, 17, 24, 31. Morning classes will be from 10:30 AM�1:00 PM and afternoon classes will be from 2:00 PM�4:30 PM.� For six classes, the cost is $210. Each week students will focus on a new sky theme. �� To register, contact Marie Natale at 609�214�9905 ormariedezine@comcast.net.�

CAMDEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL�Summer Athle�c Camps, Arts and Academic Programs:�

Keep your student busy this summer! Explore the many op�ons

available for summer camp at CCHS. �

Visit� www.camdencatholic.org/summercamps�for dates, details

and registra�on informa�on. Academic & arts programs include:

theater, fine art, music, digital art, forensic science, wri�ng &

presenta�on skills, algebra II, study skills, HSPT. Athle�c camps:

baseball, girls lacrosse, field hockey, boys and girls basketball and

so1ball. Please register by�June 1.�

BIENVENIDOS A SANTA BRIGIDA�

SI ESTAS EN NECESIDAD DE LOS SACRAMENTOS LLAMEN AL: DIÁCONO SAMUEL: (609) 420�6015�

Líderes Ministros de la Comunidad Hispana de la Parroquia Santa Brígida: �Ministerio de Eucaristía: P. Victorino Coronado�Ministerio de Lectores: Brigida Lopez�Catequesis de niños: Rose Soto�Catequesis de adultos (RCIA): Rose Soto�Evangelización: Maggie Fennal�Acólitos del altar: Diácono Samuel Soto �Grupo de Oración: Diacono Samuel Soto�Boletín Hispano: Javier E. Acosta�Grupo de Jóvenes: Diácono Samuel Soto�Homilía Para niños: Rosa Soto�Ministerio de Música: Reynaldo Gonzalez�Representante Hispano en el consejo pastoral parroquial: Maggie Fennal, Artemio Acosta, Gladys Stillwagon�Representante de la comisión del ministerio hispano en la Diócesis: Blas Ibarra�Celebraciones Marianas: Joel Hernández, Yesenia Chico de Castillo, Leticia Garcia, Maggie Fennal, Teresa y Javier Acosta�FocCus y pre�cana en español: Diácono Samuel Soto �y Rosa Soto�Hostiarios o Hospitalidad: Rosa Soto �Asesoría Espiritual: Diácono Samuel Soto�Director Espiritual: Carmen Diaz��

SECRETARIO HISPANO�

Javier E. Acosta es nuestro secretario bilingüe para nuestra parroquia. El estará disponible para ayudar a todos los hispanos de nuestra comunidad.�Tel:(856)881�2753. �Email: JAcosta@StBridgetUP.org�Lunes a Jueves 1:00pm�4:30pm; �Domingo 8:00am�2:30pm�

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Capilla de Adoración: 7:00 AM � 4:30 PM�

Bautismos: 1er y 3º domingo del mes, después de la misa de 10:30 AM o después de la 1:00PM. Por favor, póngase en contacto con el Centro Parroquial para inscribirse en una clase de instrucción.�Bodas: arreglos para una boda se deben hacer con el sacerdote por lo menos un año antes de la fecha de programación y antes de reservar el salón.�Sacramento de los Enfermos: Padre puede ser llamado en cualquier momento del día o de la noche para el Sacramento de los Enfermos. Si alguien está enfermo o incapaz de salir de su casa y no pueden atender la misa y desea recibir la comunión, por favor notifique al Centro Parroquial.�Si lo desea, puedes recibir el Sacramento de la Unción de los enfermos. �Póngase en contacto con el Centro Parroquial al (856) 881�2753 para hacer una cita con un sacerdote. ¿Estás incapaz de salir de su casa o enfermo o conoce a alguien que es? Póngase en contacto con el Centro Parroquial al (856) 881�2753 para poner su nombre en la lista de visitas al hogar. Vas a recibir los sacramentos durante las visitas mensuales o según sea necesario.���

HORA SANTA PUENTES A LA PAZ ������ El Equipo de Vida y Jus-ticia de la Pa-rroquia Univer-sitaria de San-

ta Brígida, Puentes a la Dignidad pa-trocinará una Hora Santa ��Puentes a la paz, orando por el fin a la violencia y para la cu-ración de todas las personas afectadas por la

violencia en nuestra sociedad. Una invitación es-pecial se extiende a todos aquellos que han ex-perimentado los efectos de la violencia en sus

vidas. La Hora Santa tendrá lugar el miércoles 16 de mayo de 2018 a las 7:00 p.m. en la Parroquia Universitaria de Santa Brígida en Glassboro. Ha-brá exposición, adoración silenciosa, intercesio-

nes, peticiones personales y bendiciones. Se ser-virán refrescos después de la Hora Santa. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con el

Centro Parroquial al 856�881�2753.�

MI BAUTIZO�Damos una calurosa bienvenida a Katelyn May Pence y Miguel Nico-lás López, quienes fueron bautiza-dos el pasado fin de semana. Los felicitamos, a sus padres y padri-nos. Que el Señor los bendiga.�

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POR FAVOR PERDÓNANOS�Pedimos disculpa por cualquier inconveniencia

causado por el boletín que anuncio la Misa de las 6:00 PM del domingo, seguido de la cena la se-mana pasada. Si desea llamar la atención sobre cualquier error, comuníquese con el Centro Pa-rroquial al 856�881�2753: Kathie Graham para el

boletín; Javier Acosta para el calendario.���

�PALABRA DE LA VIDA�

“Y todos podemos apoyar a animar a nuestro go-bierno y a otras instituciones a que apoyen la vi-da. Siempre deben ayudar y apoyar a las madres e hijos, y nunca ofrecer pagar la destrucción de la vida como una “solución” a los desafíos que en-frentan las mujeres. El llamado a defender la dig-nidad y el bienestar de las mujeres y los de sus

hijos por nacer, es uno y el mismo.” Secretariado de Actividades Pro�Vida de la USCCB “La pobre-za y el aborto: un círculo vicioso”, www.bit.ly/un�

circulo�vicioso Oración: Que nos tratemos mutua-mente con amor que refleje el carácter sagrado

de la vida humana; roguemos al Señor��

�MAYORDOMOS�

"Quien confiesa que Jesús es el Hijo de Dios, Dios permanece en él y él en Dios".�� 1 JUAN

4:15 ¿Qué tan fuerte es tu fe? Cuando tienes la oportunidad de defender o aclarar una pregunta

sobre nuestra fe católica, ¿lo haces? O permane-ces en silencio para que los demás no piensen que eres raro? Ora por el valor de ser fuerte en

todas las circunstancias y compartir tu testimonio con los demás. Oracion: Para que tengamos el valor de defender nuestra fe y compartir nuestro

testimonio con alegría con los demás..�Colección de la semana pasada $ 5,733.�

Colección por Internet $ 765.�Misión católica en el hogar $ 4574. �

Gracias por tu generosidad��

�¿Has oído las noticias?�

����� ¡El programa Scrip regresa a St. Bridget's! Scrip es una forma fácil y rentable para que las organizaciones sin fines de lucro recauden los

fondos que tanto necesitan. Usaremos Great La-kes Scrip, una compañía con más de 30 años de

experiencia en Scrip y recaudación de fondos. Scrip se lanzará pronto, pero en este momento

estamos buscando algunas familias que nos ayu-den a probar el programa y poner todas las pie-zas en su lugar. Por favor, póngase en contacto con Javier Acosta en jacosta@stbridgetup.org si

puede ser una de nuestras primeras �familias de Scrip.�

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�¡Es tiempo de Graduación!�

¿Hay feligreses que quieres reconocer? Si un es-tudiante se está graduando, ¡háganos saber! En-víe el nombre del estudiante, la fecha de gradua-

ción y la escuela a Kathie Graham a kgraham@stbridgetup.org o a Javier.�

�INVITACIÓN A LA PLANIFICACIÓN DEL PLAN

PASTORAL����� El Consejo Pastoral Parroquial invita a nuestros feligreses a una sesión de información para dialo-gar sobre el Plan Pastoral Parroquial publicado en marzo de 2018. Esta sesión será el domingo 20 de

mayo después de la Misa de las 10:30 AM en el salón de la iglesia.�

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El Plan Pastoral proporciona una visión integral pa-ra la reconstrucción de nuestra Parroquia Universi-taria de Santa Brígida en una comunidad dinámica y vibrante de discipulado. Abarca 7 facetas de una parroquia vibrante con 17 objetivos a largo plazo,

37 objetivos a corto plazo que detallan esos objeti-vos y 195 estrategias para ejecutar los objetivos.�

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En esta sesión, el Consejo Pastoral proporcionará una descripción general y luego responderá sus

preguntas lo mejor que podamos. Entonces, únan-se al Consejo Pastoral el 20 de mayo a las 11:30 AM para una discusión sobre el futuro de nuestra

parroquia presentada en el Plan Pastoral.��

�CASA DE CARIDAD�

����� Nuestro objetivo aquí en nuestra parroquia es de $ 62,004.26, ¡pero ya hemos recaudado

$30,323 increíbles de las contribuciones de 123 fa-milias! Invitamos a todos los feligreses a participar en este importante esfuerzo. Durante esta Apela-ción de la Casa de la Caridad, haga su don de sa-crificio para ayudar a continuar la misión de la Igle-

sia aquí en la Diócesis de Camden.��

CONCIERTO CON LOS CABALLEROS�Carne Asada y Cerveza! Sábado 2 de junio 7:00

p.m. � 11:00 p.m. En el Salón de la Iglesia�¡Con Greg Armstrong cantando los sonidos de

Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin y muchos más! ¡Disfruta de un excelente carne asada, deliciosos

platos, cervezas y bebidas! $25 por persona.�Los asientos son limitado. Visite la Mesa de bienve-

nida después de Misas o vaya a assum-ption3397.org para comprar el boleto�

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�TARJETAS DEL DÍA DE MADRE�

El Día de las Madres es el 13 de mayo. En la parte trasera de la iglesia, o en el Centro Parroquial, en-contrará una tarjeta del Día de la Madre. Esta es

una gran manera de celebrar a mamá. Puede llevar la tarjeta y completar el sobre con una donación

adentro. Estos sobres serán puestos en el altar du-rante el mes de mayo y estas madres serán recor-

dadas en la Misa.�