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eternal rest grant unto him, o lord, and perpetual light shine upon him. may he rest in peace.We join the Church in mourning the passing of Pope Francis, the 266th Successor St. Peter. On Easter Monday, April 21st, we woke up to the sad news of the death of Pope Francis. He was the first Jesuit pope. The first pope to take the name “Francis.” The first pope from the Americas and the first non-European pope in 13 centuries. Pope Francis embodied the true essence of servant leadership. His papacy was characterized by a relentless pursuit of peace, dialogue and unity. He tirelessly advocated for the poor, the migrants, for the disenfranchised, reminding us all of our shared humanity and the Christian moral imperative to lift one another
up.His teachings on environmental stewardship, encapsulated in his second encyclical Laudato Si (May 24, 2015), urged Catholics and all people of the world to “care for our common home” and to protect the earth for future generations.Pope Francis’ legacy is one of boundless grace, simplicity, humility and hope. He demonstrated a gentle spirit, offering solace and guide to those in need. His words and actions were a testament to the power of the faith and the enduring strength of the human spirit. One of his most profound lessons was the importance of “encountering” others with an open heart, a word and concept he used frequently in his homilies, talks and messages.As Bishop David O’Connell wrote shortly after the announcement of Pope Francis’ death, “As we bid farewell to this remarkable shepherd, who suffered from health issues throughout his life and up to his last days, let us express our gratitude to Almighty God for the Holy Spirit’s inspiration at that papal conclave on that March day in 2013. His subsequent travels all over the world, his tireless energy, his countless meeting with the powerful and the simple among us without distinction along with every kind of group and organization, his outreach to the poor and those suffering with every imaginable ( and some unimaginable) affliction, his prolific writings and teachings, his deeply insightful homilies and addresses, his willingness to listen—the heart of his advocacy for a synodal Church—his Jubilee message of hope to all, his example of personal sufferings, his whole life as the 266 th Successor to St. Peter since assuming his Chair all carried forward his message of evangelization, encounter, love, mercy and openness, and reveal the measure of this man, this priest, this pope.Let us honor his memory by striving to create a Church, a world where compassion, mercy and justice prevail, where the dignity of every person is upheld, and where the light of hope shines brightly for all.Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
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“Gathered in the Holy Spirit and empowered by the Holy Eucharist, the Catholic Community of St. Rose embraces our mission to know and to teach our faith, to proclaim and witness the Gospel through Word, Sacrament, and Prayer and to serve others with hope and love as disciples of Jesus Christ.”
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2024 Annual Contribution Statements
If you would like to request a 2024 Annual statement of your contributions to St. Rose for income tax purposes, you can complete the 2024 Annual Contribution Statement Request Form OR call the Parish Office and leave a message in the General Office Voicemail Box.
Statements are only issued upon request.
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DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY – APRIL 27Masses: 7:00, 9:30, 11:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.3:00 p.m. – Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament, the (sung) Chaplet of Divine Mercy, and the Blessing of the Image of Divine Mercy.Adoration continues until 4:45 p.m. concluding with Benediction and followed by Mass at 5:00 p.m.Divine Mercy Sunday is the celebration of the Feast of Mercy that our Lord asked of St. Maria Faustina. The Feast of Mercy is the focal point that summarizes the Divine Mercy message and devotion. Jesus promises unfathomable graces on this day to souls that will go to Confession beforehand (it does not have to be on Divine Mercy Sunday), and then receive Him worthily in Holy Communion on the Feast of Mercy. (Diary of St. Faustina, # 5699).The Novena in preparation for Divine Mercy Sunday along with praying the Chaplet of Divine Mercy will begin here at St. Rose Church on Good Friday after the 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer, it continues on Holy Saturday after Morning Prayer, Easter Sunday (prayed in private), and after the 9:00 a.m. Mass Monday through Friday of Easter week. It concludes on Saturday, April 26 (in private).On Divine Mercy Sunday, April 27th, we will have Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament at 3:00 p.m. followed by the SUNG Chaplet of Divine Mercy, and the Blessing of the Image of Divine Mercy, concluding with Benediction and followed by the 5:00 p.m. Mass. Please join us on this special day of many graces!
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Pastoral care Retreat
Consider registering to attend the 2025 Pastoral Care Retreat sponsored by the Diocese of Trenton Office of Pastoral Life & Mission on May 7, 2025 at San Alfonso Retreat House in Long Branch. Attached is a flyer. You can find more information and the registration link at www.dioceseoftrenton.org/pastoral-care .
During this Jubilee Year in which we are focusing on hope, our theme for the retreat is “Holding onto Hope: Supporting Mental Health with Pastoral Care.” As pastoral ministers, you may be surprised to know that one of every four or five people we encounter likely struggles with some form of anxiety, depression or other mental health difficulty. The Bishops of the U.S. have challenged all persons in ministry to become more aware, to form our attitudes and understandings, and to spot the signs of anxiety and depression in ourselves and others. Our parishes can play an important part in building awareness of mental health issues among all Catholics, overcoming the stigma associated with seeking help and getting treatment, and spiritually supporting resilience among those who suffer and their families. There are a whole host of easy-to-use resources available for use by parishes. Our speaker is Deacon Ed Shoener from the Diocese of Scranton, who serves as President of the Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers. Deacon Ed comes to us with first-hand knowledge of the impacts of mental health struggles and the host of simple ways that parishes and parish ministers can make a difference.
I hope you will consider joining us on May 7th. This retreat is open to anyone working in pastoral ministry. It will be most especially helpful to those working in caring ministries with youth and young adults, married couples, parents and families, support groups, the sick or homebound, and those grieving losses.
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CATHOLIC schools need your help!
A federal school choice bill has been introduced on Capitol Hill with genuine prospects for success! Ask congress to pass the Educational Choice for Children Act by using the QR code on the flyer or click here to take action and contact your United States Senators and House of Representatives today to ask them to support the ECCA and sign on as co-sponsors of the bill.
Supported by our own Bishop David O'Connell, the Educational Choice for Children Act (ECCA) is designed to expand educational opportunities for low and middle-income families by using tax credit scholarship programs that have already proven successful in many states.
You can view a one page summary of the bill HERE.
Take a look at the USCCB’s official response to the introduction of the bill, which includes a letter of support written by Bishop David O’Connell, Chair of the Committee on Catholic Education of the United States Catholic Conference of Bishops, and Bishop of the Diocese of Trenton. For more information visit https://investineducation.org/.
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JUBILEE 2025
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What is a Jubilee Year?
POPE FRANCIS HAS DESIGNATED THE 2025 HOLY YEAR AS A TIME TO RENEW OURSELVES AS “PILGRIMS OF HOPE”.
A Holy Year or Jubilee is a time of special graces, pilgrimage, prayer, repentance, and acts of mercy, based on the Old Testament tradition of a jubilee of rest, forgiveness, and renewal.
(Lev. 25: 10-15) It is also a time to visit designated churches and shrines, recite special prayers, go to confession, and receive Communion to receive a plenary indulgence. The aim of a Holy Year is holiness of life. It is convoked to strengthen faith, encourage works of charity, and foster a consistent living of the faith.
Come join SAINT ROSE for our JUBILEE 2025 BUS PILGRIMAGE as we visit a designated pilgrimage site—the Cathedral Basilica of Sacred Heart, and also St. George Byzantine Church in Newark. This is an opportunity to gain a plenary indulgence. Lunch immediately follows.
Save the Date: MARCH 12, 2025. Details and Registration Information to follow.
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