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Pastoral Ministries ". . . They say Catholicks(sic) are the offscouring of the people, somebody said their congregation a 'public nuisance' but that troubles not me, the congregation of a city may be very shabby yet very pleasing to God, or very bad people among them cannot hurt the Faith. . . .I seek but God and His Church and expect to find my peace in them and not in his people." Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton |
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". . .For three months after Nina was taken, I was often expecting to lose my senses, and my head was so disordered that unless for the daily duties always before me I did not know much of what I did or left undone." Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
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The Lazarus Ministry was established in 1989 when there seemed to be an obvious need for support when death calls a member of the parish family. Since inception, assigned members have functioned in over 650 occasions of death of parishioners. We are a volunteer-based group who assists family members and friends who have just experienced the death of a loved one. Our group helps with the arrangements of visitors by providing housing and transportation as well as assisting with any assignments the family may need. All those interested or in need of additional information please contact: Josephine Cicalese at 732- 350-5001 between 8:30 and 4:30 Monday through Friday |
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"Most dear Seton, where are you now? I lose sight of the shore that contains your ashes; and your soul in the region of immensity where I cannot find you." Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton to William Seton, her beloved husband. |
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". . . said different parts of Psalms and prayers which I have marked. . . and we took the cup of Thanksgiving, setting aside the sorrow of time in the view of eternity." Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton read to her ailing husband William |
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". . . had a two hours visit from my Poor Widow Veley - no work - no wood - child sick. . . and should I complain. . . with a bright moon over my shoulder and the darlings all well. . ." Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton on compassion for others |
Function of the Parish Nurse Role - * Integrator of Faith and Health: In all activities and contacts, the parish nurse seeks to promote the understanding of relationships between faith and health. * Heath Educator: Promotes an atmoshpere where individuals of all ages, through a variety of educational activities, explores the relationship between values, attitudes and lifestyles. * Personal Health Counselor: Discusses and problems with individuals; makes home, hospital, and nursing home visits as needed. * Referral Agent and Liaison with the congregation and community resources. * Developer of Support Groups * Health Advocate: works with client, faith community and primary health resources to provide the support to do what they can, and to serve as the client's voice when they seem to have none. The Parish Nurses Office is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00a.m. to 12noon. There is always a nurse present for Blood Pressure-consultation/education. The Walking Club meets on Wednesday from 9:30a.m. -10a.m. in the auditorium. AlAnon meets on Thursdays at 11:00a.m. |
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"What was the first rule of our dear Savior's life? You know it was to do His Father's Will. Well then, the first end I propose in our daily work is to do the Will of God; secondly, to do it in the manner He wills it; and thirdly, to do it because it is His Will." Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton |
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"May the Giver of all good grant His Protection to you and assist me in my endeavors to promote your future good and advantage." Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton |
The purpose of this support group is to provide an opportunity for family members, friends, caregivers and other interested people to meet regularly for emotional support. At this meeting, we listen, share and hopefully offer support to other caregivers of people with dementia or Alzheimer's. The Alzheimers' Support Group meets the second Wednesday of each month at 10:00a.m. |
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"In peace or war, in life or death, my brother, I shall never cease to pray for you and to love you wholly with my whole heart." Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton |
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"Every little leaf and flower, or insect, animal, shades of clouds, or waving trees were objects of vacant unconnected thoughts of God and heaven". Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton |
This is a volunteer-based ministry established in 1989 whose purpose is to assist those parish community members unable to meet their daily needs. Volunteer's help by arranging rides to the grocery store, doctors, bank, lab testing, etc. They also assist with completing important paper work and provide companionship and respite to caregivers. To reach a ministry volunteer call 732-350-5042 between 9:00 and 12:00 Monday through Friday. There is also an answering machine to take messages. Whenever possible, we ask that you call for assistance two days in advance. Each person receives a visit from someone in the ministry group to help evaluate their needs. |
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"I
have long since made vows which as a Religious I could only renew".
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