Easter Memorial List
The Easter Memorial List
in memory of your loved ones
will be in the welcoming area on Sunday.
Please review the names listed
and add any additional names.
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 Easter Flowers
Each year, the Altar Guild decorates the church with seasonal floral arrangements for Easter.
Any donation toward the purchase of these flowers is greatly appreciated.
Donations will be recorded on your giving statement.
If you are interested, please contact Stephanie
MAUNDY THURSDAY AGAPE MEAL
APRIL 17, 2025 6:00-7:15 PM
HUBBARD HALL
Followed by Maundy Thursday Service
An Agape meal is a simple, often meatless, meal meant to foster community and goodwill, traditionally including bread, wine, and other simple foods like cheese, olives, and fruits.
The Agape meal, also known as a "love feast," is a practice rooted in early Christian gatherings, intended to encourage harmony, community, and goodwill. In the context of early Christianity, it was a communal meal where believers gathered to share food and foster fellowship, reflecting the meals Jesus shared with his disciples. The practice of agape meals is rooted in the early church's emphasis on community and shared experiences, as seen in Acts 2:46-47 and 1 Corinthians 11:17-34. These meals were not just about eating; they were a time for Christians to strengthen their bonds, share their lives, and build each other up in faith. So let us consider the meaning of our time together sharing the Agape Meal and prepare ourselves for the traditional Liturgy of the Maundy Thursday Eucharistic Feast.
If you're interested in donating a food item for the event, the sign-up sheet can be found in Hubbard Hall
Saturday was a fantastic day spent at the aquarium
Many thanks to Ugo for organizing a fantastic sub sandwich lunch and to Elizabeth who was great at keeping us on track to see everything!
See facebook for more pictures!
Hippos, Genny and Button, were a “big” hit!
April 14th - Evening Prayer 7:30pm
April 15th - Stations of the Cross 7.30pm
April 16 - Tenebrae 7:30pm
April 17th - Agape Dinner 6:00-7:15pm
Maundy Thursday/Mass of the Lord's Supper 7:30pm
April 18th - Good Friday 3:00pm
April 19th - Easter Vigil 7:30pm
April 20th - Easter Sunday 8:30am and 10:30am
Easter Brunch and Easter Egg Hunt
Donation of 2 chairs.
We're on the lookout for two comfy airmchair/accent chairs to replace the old, peeling red ones in the upstairs lounge area at St. Barnabas.
Ideally, we're hoping for pieces in good condition, with firm support in a neutral color.
If you have something available, please reach out to Fr. Fred, Erin, or Marlene!
You can find the link by going to our website and scrolling down to the Zoom link
Zoom link for Wednesday Compline
Lenten Study on Wednesdays at 9:30pm on the
St. Barnabas Zoom link.
There will be five sessions starting March 12th through April 9th.
The topic for this 2025 Lenten Study will be “Spirituality, Meditation and Prayer” as voted upon by the congregation in our poll.
At 10:00 PM on the same Zoom link, our Night Prayer of Compline will follow the Lenten Study
The Ladies of St. Barnabas will be going to the Prince Tea House for afternoon tea!
4437 Rt 27
Princeton (Kingston), NJ
Sunday, May 4th at 12:30pm
RSVP by April 13th either by sign-up sheet in Hubbard Hall or emailing Erin or Marlene
We will leave after the Sunday service instead of participating in coffee hour.
Afternoon tea price approximately $35-$45, depending on menu choice.
Let’s Go Cruising Aboard The River Lady in Tom’s River, NJ!
Friday, July 25, 2025
Dock location in Huddy Park
1 Robbins Pkwy
Tom’s River, NJ
Meet at 9:00am in the church parking lot. Carpool together to leave by 9:15am. Arrive at 10:15am, so we are ready to board boat at 10:30am. Cruise starts at 11:00am.
Please checkout their website and view their short informative video!
https://riverlady.com/
Make your reservations ASAP!
Must include your dinner choice!
Choices include: chicken francese, chicken marsala, filet of salmon, eggplant parmesan and penne vodka, etc.
Lunch/ 11:00am:
Adults $47.20person
Seniors (over 65) $43.20
Child, 11 and under $35.20
The captain made this link for us:
If you have anything you'd like to include in the newsletter, please send it via email to: stbarnabasnjnewsletter@gmail.com
Altar Flowers
Note: Lent 2025 begins on March 5th (no Flowers)
and wraps up on April 19th.
Flower dedications will resume on April 27, 2025.
If you would like to make a dedication please contact Stephanie.
The cost for flowers is still only $40 as there has been no price increase.
Our thanks to Mark and Doug for the beautiful arrangements created by Roberts Florals weekly.
We have plenty of flower containers as of now!
2025 Diocese of New Jersey online Anti-Racism Training programs:
Spring Session: Tuesday mornings from 9 AM until 11 AM: May 6, May 13, May 20, May 27, June 3, July 1.
Fall Session: Friday evenings from 7 PM until 9 PM: September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, November 7.
Comprender El Racismo Para Las Comunidades Hispañas: Saturday, September 20 . This class is culturally relevant to Hispanic communities and is conducted entirely in Spanish.
Has it been a while since you engaged in anti-racism training and discussion? Racial justice conversations are essential in times such as these. You are always welcome and encouraged to participate in the training again. Anti-Racism training has been advertised on the Diocese of NJ website, but maybe you didn’t see the notice? There are still time to register (by tomorrow!) and space for you in the Winter training session, which begins Friday, January 24. Please register no later than Wednesday, January 22 using either of these links:
https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0015-0007-00c7e81ff8594454a5314ccb05e83968
https://bit.ly/3Brmhmk
The online training consists of six two-hour classes on Zoom and a self-study program between the Zoom meetings. The course helps participants understand how systemic racism covertly reinforces false ideologies that deny and justify racial and ethnic inequities. Each week leading to the Zoom classes, you will complete online self-study lessons that take most people about two hours a week to complete and that can be done at times that fit your schedule.
The Training costs $100 per person. Scholarships are available based on financial need. You must attend all classes and complete all assignments to receive a Certificate of Completion from the Diocese. Missed classes can be made up in the next scheduled session.
Questions? Please contact Karen Moore kfomoore@comcast.net
Note: St. Barnabas can help fund any parishioner interested in taking the training. Contact Bobbi Gorman.
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 Looking to make a huge difference in someone's life?
Have limited time to contribute?
Here's a suggestion.
We are always in need of additional volunteers to drive our dear Angel
to her medical appointments in New Brunswick.
It requires only an hour or two of your time in either the morning or afternoon.
Any days that you are available to help are greatly appreciated!
Contact Barbara Moreno
This week’s Reflection Questions:Do you see God as loving extravagantly, foolishly, and unconditionally as the father portrayed in our Gospel this morning? Do you feel comfortable approaching and praying to God as portrayed in the story?
In the story, does the older son need to repent? Why or why not? If he came to you for advice, what would you tell him?
The Service may be found here
Finding God in all Films - April 17th, May 10th
Father's Day Picnic - June 15th
Zoo Trip - June 21st
Tea Party - May 4th
River Cruise - July 25th
The link and insert for Sunday Services is always sent through
St. B's News (subject is always the date of the service) AND Realm.
You can also access the link from our Website
All our services are live cast on Zoom and Facebook
St. Barnabas Facebook
St. Barnabas Zoom
Compline - Wednesdays at 10pm Virtual
Reflection and Conversation - Sundays
after the 8:30 Service
Vestry Meetings - once a month on the 3rd Sunday
Women's Link - once a month on the 1st Sunday
What to do if someone comes to St. Barnabas looking for help
Talk with the person to see what the needs are.
Our policy is to not give money but meet a need as much as possible.
No one is to take a person home with them.
Food
If there is food in the collection baskets, please let them have whatever they need.
We can also give a grocery card paid for by the Discretionary Fund.
Refer them to South Brunswick Social Services if they are from the area,
732-329-4000 ext. 7674 South Brunswick Social Services
Housing – In Middlesex County, all homeless needs to go through 2-1-1
Link NJ211
Ozaman Inn – Men’s Shelter 732-729-0850 Contact us About This Service
Ozaman Family Shelter 732-985-0327 Contact us About This Service
Women Aware Hotline 732-249-4504 Get Help Text: “START” 88788
South Brunswick non emergency Police 732-329-4646
Other Assistance
Refer to the Rector, if available
Refer to NJ 211, call or website for additional assistance.
If you are missing your daily dose of "Forward Day by Day",
Did you know that you can subscribe to it online for free?
Here's the link;
Forward Day By Day
If you would like to donate, there is a bin under the table in the Narthax.
They are in need of bleach, paper towels, newspapers, dog food, dog toys, wee wee pads, poop bags, etc.
They also have an Amazon Wish List.
Click on the Link Below.
JJC Animal Rescue Wish List
Your donations make it possible for the rescue
to continue to save the animals that need it most.
 
GROCERY CARD FUNDRAISER
We continue to sell grocery gift cards in our ongoing fundraiser. For each card sold,
St. Barnabas earns 5%. Stop and Shop cards are available in $100 and $50 denominations.. Shop Rite are available in $100, $50, $25 and $20 denominations. Easy to use for your grocery purchases and make great gifts as well.
Gift Cards will be sold on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month between 8:30 and 10:30.
You may also purchase them from the office Monday-Wednesday. Call or e-mail Maryellen to let her know when you will be stopping by.
Please contact Shirley for more information.
ShopWithScrip is now RaiseRight. Please go to Raise Right Enrollment
to buy gift cards at face value and St. Barnabas will automatically get a percentage of the amount from the gift card provider (the exact percentage varies by gift card). It’s that simple!
Enrollment code: 6A2379554L665
Communications
Please email stbarnabasnjnewsletter@gmail.com
of any announcements or information that you would like included in the
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Priest-in-Charge - The Reverend Frederick E. Galano
stbarnabasnjfredgalano@gmail.com
Deacon - The Rev. Chizoba Nwankwo, Deacon
Administrative Warden - Monica Devanas
Property Warden - Mike Forbes
Bryan Botsch
Bobbi Gorman
Keith Tagoe
Erin Tinagero
Sam Wadee
Ellen Alauskas
Debbie Epting
Treasurer - Bill Armstrong
Acolyte -Tom Carr
Altar Guild - Stephanie Carr
Chalicers - Bobbi Gorman
Choir and Music Program - Dennis Dell
Church Office - Maryellen Harduby
Pledge Secretary - Bryan Botsch
Fundraising - Erin Tinagero, Marlene Botsch
Fellowship - Vestry
Greeters - Kevin McLeod
Grocery Card Program - Shirley Bowers
IT Group - Bryan Botsch
Lay Led Bible Study - Erin Tinagero
Lectors - Bobbi Gorman
Ministry of Racial Diversity - Bobbi Gorman
Prayer Chain - Bryan Botsch
Sunday School - Bryan Botsch, Barbara Moreno
Stewardship Campaign -
Ushers - Noel Ilogu
Women's Link - Marlene Botsch, Erin Tinagero
SB Food Bank - Erin Tinagero
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