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# Church of Saint Veronica

4215 Route 9 North, Howell, NJ 07731

## Pages

- [Home](https://stveronica.com/) - Welcome to our Parish Website On behalf of the Parish Community of Saint Veronica, I warmly welcome you to our website. We are glad you are here. While this site offers a glimpse into our parish life, it can only hint at the faith, prayer, and fellowship that truly come alive when we
- [Religious Education](https://stveronica.com/religious-education/) - Religious Education Mission Statement: The Religious Education Program at St. Veronica Parish seeks to instill in students from First to Eighth Grade a deep love for Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church. Our goal is, that through prayer, Scripture, faith education, service to others, and the celebration of the Sacraments, students will become alive in
- [Monetary and Financial Donations](https://stveronica.com/monetary-donations/) - Weekly Stewardship of Treasure St Veronica counts on the regular use of the envelopes and online giving contributions to pay for the upkeep and maintenance of the church buildings and grounds, to run parish ministries and programs, to help plan for the future needs of the parish and parishioners, to fund outreach initiatives and to
- [Staff](https://stveronica.com/staff/) - Pastor: Rev. Peter James Alindogan Parochial Vicar: Rev. John Chang Deacons: Charles R. Daye, Jr. John Franey Nick Stranieri Phil Thompson Lay Trustees: Denise Daye Ernie Revoir Business Manager: Linda Dickinson-Pancila Businessmanager@stveronica.com Parish Office Support staff: Ana Soler office@stveronica.com Coordinator of Communications: Deborah Lopez Communications@stveronica.com Facility Manager: David Beaton Maintenance@stveronica.com Custodian and
- [OCIA](https://stveronica.com/rcia/) - OCIA - Order of Christian Initiation of Adults previously known as The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is a program designed to prepare adults to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation in the Catholic Church. The program is for non-baptized adults, adults who
- [Finance Council](https://stveronica.com/finance-council/) - The Parish Finance Council meets quarterly or as needed. Chairperson: Cheryl Bruce Members: Nick A., Eric C., Bob K., Diane M. Ex officio members: Fr. PJ Alindogan, Fr. Chang, Denise Daye, Ernie Revoir Resource Persons: Linda Dickinson-Pancila (Business Manager), Joe Petzold (Accountant)
- [Time & Talent](https://stveronica.com/time/) - All of us live on borrowed time. God has given us the time to grow in love for Him and with others. Stewardship of time means spending wisely this precious commodity of life. Each day is a gift from God, and is always an opportunity to be closer to Him. Most of our parishioners spend
- [Music](https://stveronica.com/music/) - Children, teens, and adult choirs sing a combination of modern catholic songs, traditional hymns, and occasionally songs in other languages including Latin. Must be able to carry a tune. Reading music is a plus, but definitely not a requirement to join! Commitments can be hard with changing schedules so our choirs strive to meet your
- [Holy Orders](https://stveronica.com/holy-orders/) - Holy Orders Holy Orders in the Catholic Church includes three orders: bishop, priest, and deacon. The Church regards ordination as a Sacrament. In the phrase “Holy Orders,” the word “holy” simply means “set apart for some purpose.” The word “order” (Latin: ordo) designates an established civil body or corporation with a hierarchy, and ordination means
- [Adult Faith Formation](https://stveronica.com/adult-faith-formation/) - Coordinator of Adult Faith Formation: Cheryl Wegner adultfaithformation@stveronica.com 732-363-4200, x247 Faith formation is a lifelong process which should not end upon receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation. Throughout the year, our parish and volunteers provide parishioners with several ways in which to enrich their faith and spiritual life. Participants in the adult faith formation offerings have
- [Treasure](https://stveronica.com/talent/) - Weekly Stewardship of Treasure St Veronica counts on the regular use of the envelopes and online giving contributions to pay for the upkeep and maintenance of the church buildings and grounds, to run parish ministries and programs, to help plan for the future needs of the parish and parishioners, to fund outreach initiatives and to
- [Liturgy Committee](https://stveronica.com/liturgy-committee/) - The Liturgy Committee is chaired by Cheryl Wegner, Coordinator of Faith Formation and Liturgy. Other Members: Deacon John Franey, Deacon Phil Thompson, Frank L., Ernie R., Mike R., Marietta R. Ex Officio Members: Fr. PJ Alindogan, Fr. John Chang
- [Eucharist](https://stveronica.com/eucharist/) - * For the Mass Schedule for upcoming HOLY DAYS, please see the sidebar that is on the right-hand side of each page. * For the schedule of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, go to "Faith Formation" (in the top bar), and then scroll down to "Devotions." ******************************************************** In Holy Eucharist we receive the Body and Blood
- [Registration](https://stveronica.com/registration/) - New Here? Coming from Another Parish? We’re so glad you’re here. To officially join our parish family, please complete a parish registration form. We also encourage you to contact your previous parish to let them know you are transferring to Saint Veronica. It’s a big help and greatly appreciated. To register as a parishioner, please
- [Wish List](https://stveronica.com/wish-list/) - St. Veronica Parish Wish List - Special Gifts Dear Parish Family, We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who have generously contributed to the growth and beautification of St. Veronica Parish through your special gifts. Your ongoing support has allowed us to complete several meaningful projects that enhance our worship space, facilities, and community life.
- [Youth Group](https://stveronica.com/youth-group/) - Youth Ministry Youth Ministry takes many forms here at St. Veronica Parish. Our young people participate in the Mass as cantors and musicians, as ushers, as lectors, and as gift bearers. A special ministry which involves many of our children and teens is that of altar serving. Teens and children also have opportunities to become
- [Respect Life](https://stveronica.com/respect-life/) - The Respect Life Committee is a ministry that supports and promotes pro-family and pro-life issues and activities, working closely with and under the direction of the Respect Life Office of the Diocese of Trenton. Our most important activity is prayer for an end to abortion, suicide, euthanasia, and infanticide. Following the weekday daily Mass, the
- [Talent](https://stveronica.com/talent-2/) - Stewardship is a Way of Life. Stewardship means that we recognize all we are and all we have is a gift from God. Volunteers are important to St. Veronica Parish! Volunteers share their precious time and God given talents, gifts, skills and abilities to participate in and support the life of the parish. If
- [Devotions](https://stveronica.com/devotions/) - Adoration The Blessed Sacrament is exposed at the Chapel for Eucharistic Adoration. It is open for registered adorers. If you wish to be registered as an adorer, please contact Debbie via email at drev514@aol.com. The church is open for private prayer and adoration Monday through Friday, from 6:30AM until 1:00PM. Morning Prayer Monday to Friday, at 7:00AM before Daily Mass. The
- [Marriage](https://stveronica.com/marriage/) - Holy Matrimony is the covenant a man and woman make to one another and to God to work as partners for the rest of their lives. The woman and man marry one another before a witness of the Church (a priest or a deacon), two witnesses of their own choosing (a "best man" and a
- [Music Selections for Weddings](https://stveronica.com/music/marriage/) - Please email your selections to Music@stveronica.com at least one month in advance to your wedding. After this point, the selections will be chosen by the music director due to time constraints. Thank you. Organist Fee: $250 ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Bridal Party Entrance Option 1: Cannon D Option 2: Click HERE Bridal Entrance Option 1: Cannon D (continued louder) Option 2: Bridal Chorus Option 3: Click HERE
- [Hymn Options for Funerals](https://stveronica.com/music/funeral/) - Be Not Afraid On Eagle’s Wings Ave Maria (Schubert) Remember You Love Hosea Amazing Grace Shepherd Me O God How Great Thou Art Here I am Lord Hail Mary: Gentle Woman Prayer of St. Francis Holy Darkness Our Life is Hidden with Christ (Please choose up to FOUR Hymns) Taste and See The Cry of the
- [Legion of Mary](https://stveronica.com/legion-of-mary/) - The “Our Lady Queen of Apostles Praesidium” of the Legion of Mary is one of the eleven (11) praesidia that are members of the Immaculate Conception Curia of the Legion. Each of the eleven praesidia is located in one of the many parishes that are located in Monmouth and Ocean counties, which are two of
- [Mass Intentions and Memorials](https://stveronica.com/mass-intentions-and-memorials/) - The following are several ways in which you can remember or commemorate living or deceased relatives or friends, or to celebrate special occasions: * “In Memory of [name of a deceased person] ....” * “For the Intentions of [name of a living person] ....” * “In Thanksgiving for ....” If you have any questions, please
- [Knights of Columbus](https://stveronica.com/knights-of-columbus/) - The Reverend Mitchell J. Cetkowski Council (also known as the "Howell-Jackson Council"; in Howell and Jackson townships) and the St. Monica Council (in Jackson Township) of the Knights of Columbus have partnered to hold monthly Blood Drives.
- [Contact Us](https://stveronica.com/contact-us/) - Parish Office 4219 Route 9 North Howell, NJ 07731 Phone: 732-363-4200 Email: office@stveronica.com Website: stveronica.com Facebook: facebook.com/stveronica.howell Parish Office Hours: Monday 9:00AM-4:00PM Tuesday- 9:00AM-4:00PM Wednesday 9:00AM –4:00PM Thursday 9:00AM-4:00PM Friday & Saturday—CLOSED Closed on holy days of obligation and on civil holidays. Starting in January there will be an office kiosk in the Narthex
- [Reconciliation](https://stveronica.com/reconciliation/) - Reconciliation Schedule Saturdays from 2:30 to 3:30 P.M. It is God who “forgives sins” in the Sacrament of Reconciliation or Confession. As the minister of this sacrament, an ordained Catholic priest offers advice, assigns a penance, and gives absolution as a visible sign that reconciliation between the person apologizing to God and his Church has taken place. “Neither
- [Baptism](https://stveronica.com/baptism/) - Sacrament of Baptism The Parish Community of St. Veronica rejoices with you on the occasion of the birth and baptism of your child. Baptism “in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit” washes away original sin, begins a life of grace, and introduces the baptized into the Catholic
- [Forms](https://stveronica.com/forms/)
- [Photo Gallery](https://stveronica.com/photo-gallery/) - Clean Up photos October 2, 2021
- [Confirmation](https://stveronica.com/confirmation/) - Sacrament of Confirmation Confirmation “increases and deepens (confirms) baptismal grace; unites us more firmly to Christ; increases the gifts of the Holy Spirit within us; makes our bond with the Church stronger and more perfect; renders us true witnesses of Christ, able to spread and defend our Catholic faith by word and action.” It is
- [Anointing](https://stveronica.com/anointing/) - Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick The Rite of Anointing is intended for the healing and peace of the body and mind for the seriously ill. The Rite of Anointing tells us there is no need to wait until a person is at the point of death to receive the Sacrament. A careful judgment about
- [Sponsorship Letter](https://stveronica.com/sponsorship-letter/) - If you are asked to be a sponsor (godparent) for the Sacrament of Baptism or a sponsor for the Sacrament of Confirmation, most parishes require that the proposed sponsor obtain a Sponsor certificate (also called a Letter of Eligibility) from the parish that they currently belong to and attend Mass on a regular basis. Every parish has
- [Catholic Charismatic](https://stveronica.com/catholic-charismatic/)
- [Directions](https://stveronica.com/directions/) - DIRECTIONS: On Route 9 (northbound). After the light at Salem Hill Rd., the 2nd driveway is St. Veronica's. (The first driveway is CVS & QuickChek.)
- [Catholic Charities](https://stveronica.com/catholic-charities/) - Community Services is Catholic Charities' link to parishes in the four counties (Burlington, Mercer, Monmouth, and Ocean) of the Diocese of Trenton. Serving families in crises (regardless of religious background), it provides food, mortgage, rent and utilities assistance, temporary housing, counseling, and immigration services. To learn more about Catholic Charities Community Services, visit its YouTube
- [Parish History](https://stveronica.com/parish-history/) - Saint Veronica Parish is one of 98 parishes in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Trenton, which consists of the counties of Burlington, Mercer, Monmouth, and Ocean, in central New Jersey. The parish was established in 1962 -- in the Township of Howell (Monmouth County) -- by the Most Reverend George W. Ahr, who served as the