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🥯📖 BAGELS & BIBLE FOR MEN: DEFEND. EXPLAIN. PROCLAIM. ✝️

Ever wondered how to confidently explain and defend our rich Catholic Faith when questions come your way?

Join Deacon Rick Huegi for an engaging morning of Basic Catholic Apologetics in Everyday Life — a chance for Catholic men to grow in their understanding of the Faith and become better prepared to Defend. Explain. Proclaim.

And what better way to start the morning than with fresh bagels and hot coffee! ☕🥯
📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
📍 St. Mary’s Church, Barnegat
🥯 Bagels & Bible for Men — Monsignor Reinbold Hall, following 8am Mass

Come for Mass. Stay for the fellowship. Bring your questions and your desire to know your Catholic Faith more deeply.

URGENT NEEDS AT ST. MICHAEL'S:

St. Michael the Archangel Pregnancy Help Center urgently needs:

Safety First car seats,
Size 4 ,5, 6 & 7 diapers.
Winter coats/snowsuits for girl and boy babies: size 6-12, 12-18, 18-24 months
Girls’ winter clothing (size 12 mo. to 18 mo. & size 18 mo. to 24 mo.)

Items can be dropped off at the center (Tues, Thurs. between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.) Many of these items can be purchased on the Amazon Gift Registry under the name Saint Michael with automatic delivery. Thank you for thinking of the babies!

Questions? Contact: Maryannemoresco333@gmail.com

TOY RUN REGISTRATION

Action Needed — Urge Governor Sherrill to Opt New Jersey Into the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit, which will directly help us here at St. Mary Academy!

New Jersey has a rare opportunity. A new federal program could bring significant support to K–12 families across our state, but only if Governor Sherrill opts New Jersey in by January 1, 2027.

The Federal Scholarship Tax Credit was enacted by Congress in 2025. Starting in 2027, individuals can receive a dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit of up to $1,700 for donations to approved Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGOs), and married couples who each give can receive up to $3,400. SGOs then award scholarships to New Jersey students in both public and non-public schools to help cover tuition, tutoring, books, special-needs services, and other educational costs.

Learn more at https://njcatholic.org/ and take action! The opt-in deadline is January 1, 2027, and donations become eligible for the credit starting that day.Thank you for standing up for New Jersey families and students.Send the enclosed letter to Governor Sherrill urging her to opt New Jersey in!
https://njcatholic.org/faith-in-action?vvsrc=%2fCampaigns%2f139845%2fRespond

TAKE ACTION NOW

For Christmas this year we would like to offer a gift book comprised of stories from our parishioners. It will be called Christmas Miracles. We are asking for stories of miracles, answered prayers or special moments to be shared with fellow parishioners. If you have something to share, please email to Lori@stmarybarnegat.com or drop it off at the rectory. Deadline will be Thanksgiving so we can have it ready for Christmas. If you have any questions, please call the rectory.

THIRD ANNUAL CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND

It’s that time of year again for St. Mary’s 3rd Annual Christmas Village Wonderland. Memorialize, dedicate or give a greeting on a tree or house available to rent for the season at St. Mary of the Pines. Prices are $175.00 for trees and $150.00 for houses. There are 50 trees and 20 houses available. Order forms are available at the rectory and at the Welcome Centers at both Churches. Prizes will be awarded for the best decorated tree and house. Deadline to order is November 10. Decorating dates are available on the order forms. Lighting ceremony will take place November 28 after the 4:00pm Mass. Santa will be present and refreshments will be served. For more information, please call Fran at (973) 647-0716 or Gary at (609)221-1658.

WIN A VOLVO!!

NJ Right to Life will be having their annual raffle to raise money for Right to Life programs. Cost of tickets are $10.00 each and can be purchased at the rectory. The prizes are:

1st Prize: 2027 Volvo XC40 valued at $44,595.00

2nd Prize: $1,000.00 Gift Card to ShopRite

3rd Prize: $750.00 Gift Card to ShopRite

4th Prize: $500.00 Gift Card to ShopRite

Drawing will take place Friday, November 20.

Ditch the Leftovers and Grab Your Ugliest Christmas Sweater!

Ready to trade the Thanksgiving turkey for some holiday cheer? Kick off the Christmas Season with the St. Mary Academy Knights Saturday, December 12th, 2026, at the annual St. Mary Academy Ugly Christmas Sweater 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run! Racing will begin at 8:30am with the 1 Mile Fun Run, followed by the 5K at 9:00am.

The Knights of St. Mary Academy are bringing festive fun to the very flat, fast certified 5K course beginning and ending at the Stafford Municipal Complex, 260 East Bay Avenue, Manahawkin, New Jersey, 08050. Whether you’re a seasoned runner looking for a timed personal best, or a family looking for a joyful morning stroll, this event offers fun for all ages.

Run or walk with purpose. Every stride supports St. Mary Academy, where children learn, grow, love, and serve. All proceeds directly benefit St. Mary Academy in their mission to teach children to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, and confident leaders in both their school and their community.

Consider fundraising! Encourage family and friends to support you to reach a goal whether it be time or distance.

What’s waiting for you at the finish line?

🏆The Ultimate Bragging Rights: Racer with the absolute ugliest Christmas sweater will take home an official Ugly Sweater Award.
🥇Podium Medals: Top 3 Male and Female overall, along with Top 3 Male and Female Age Group Finishers (19 and Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
🎁Holiday Giveaways: We will be giving away Raffle prizes throughout the event
🎼Christmas Music
🖼️Professional FUN Family/Group photos

Don’t wait until December to get into the holiday spirit! Dust off your most outrageous holiday sweater, bring the whole family, and let’s race to support youth in our community.

This event is rain or shine. No refunds.

Mark your calendars and REGISTER NOW!

REGISTER NOW

NOW OPEN: ST. MARY’S GIFT SHOP

St. Mary’s Gift Shop is now open in Monsignor Reinbold Hall. New and donated items are available for sale.

Our hours will be:

Wednesday: 11:00am – 2:00pm
Thursday: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Saturday & Sunday 9:00am – 2:00pm (Closed during Masses)

For more information, please call (609) 698-6398.

Celebrating 29 years of Perpetual Adoration at St Mary's

Accepting Reservations

Our Lady of Fatima statue is now taking reservations for September to November 2026. Our Lady of Fatima has been visiting parishioners since September 21, 2024, and has blessed our families with her visits. Reserve your visit by calling Missy Gervasini at 609-709-4220 or email to missy@stmarybarnegat.com

Thank you and we look forward to reserving your visit.
Details below:

Instructions for Home Visitation

ENROLL NOW

Put your children in ONE school | Small class sizes Before & After Care | Scholarships available

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Calling All Retired Teachers and Administrators:

St. Mary Academy is always seeking to increase the schools sub list. If you are interested in being a substitute teacher and would like to know more about the requirements, please contact School Principal, Lizanne Coyne. 609-597-3800

Pantry needs: kid’s cereal, kid’s juice, toilet paper, bars of soap, toothpaste, Tide Pods, and snacks. Thank you!

Thank you so very much for your loving care and generosity. You make so much good possible!

SVDP Office
Msgr. Reinbold Hall (Basement of Barnegat Church)
(609) 698-7477

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