St. Gertrude (Mission Parish of St. Joseph, Toms River, NJ)

Join us for the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass at the following times: - Saturday: 4:00 PM (Vigil) - Sunday: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM in the Main Church

Don't miss the meetings of our Parish Associations: - Holy Name Society/Father’s Club on Monday after the Second Sunday at 8:00 PM - Rosary & Altar Society (OLQP) following 9:00 AM Mass on the first Sunday

Participate in our weekly devotions and sacraments: - Rosary & Altar Society (OLL) meets on Friday at 7:30 PM - Enjoy Eucharist Adoration on the third Saturday of each month after 4:00 PM Mass

Sat 3:45-4:30pm Confessions. Sun 8:30 am John Squicciarini. Sun 10:30 am Concetta and Vincent Cordaro. Sun 12:00 pm Maria and Pat Scaglione. Thu 8:30 am Mary Fuggetta. Sat 4:00-4:45 pm Confessions.

Sep 10, 7:00 pm - 9/11 Mass. Oct 10 - Rosary Rally in front of the Blessed Mother. Oct 10, 6:30 pm - Italian Heritage Dinner. Oct 16, 8:00 pm - Harvest Auction 2026.

Bereavement Minister available for those who have experienced loss. Jacob's Well Food Pantry open on Thursdays. Sunshine Club reaching out to the homebound church community.

Oct 12 - Eucharistic Miracles Exhibition at Our Lady of Pity's Gym. Oct 22 - Fundraising Dinner for Saint Carlo Acutis' Eucharistic Miracles.

Confessions: Sat 3:45-4:30pm; Office Hours: Mon-Thu 9 am - 5 pm. Eucharistic Adoration: 1st Friday of the month from 9-9:45 am.

The U.S. bishops concluded the 2025 Labor Day statement highlighting the troubling gap in wealth and power, urging for equitable sharing of benefits from emerging technology. Pope Leo XIII's warnings on the Industrial Revolution's impact on labor dignity were revisited in light of the current 'AI revolution.' Catholics are encouraged to advocate for vulnerable workers and ensure shared solutions for economic disruptions.

Celebrate Labor Day with readings focusing on honoring the dignity of labor, including a Labor Day prayer to Saint Joseph the Worker. Reflect on the importance of protecting workers' rights, advocating for the vulnerable, and ensuring technological progress respects human work sacredness.

On September 12, there will be Mass at St. Jerome to commemorate the Blessed Virgin Mary's Nativity. Additionally, Peter Claver will be honored with Mass at St. Jerome on September 9. Join the community for Eucharistic Adoration from 6:30-9:00pm on September 11. Confessions will be held at St. Jerome on September 12 and at St. James on September 5 and 12.

This Sunday, the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, features readings emphasizing forgiveness and the importance of addressing conflicts within the community. Reflect on the Gospel lesson of the unforgiving debtor, stressing the need for mercy, awareness of one's actions, and gratitude for God's patience.

Join in prayers for the sick members of the parish community, including Haleigh Casillas, Sarah Foiles, and others. Contact the parish office to add names to the prayer list. Let us come together in prayerful support for those facing illness and challenges.

Mass Schedule: Saturday Evening - 5:00 PM Sunday - 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, 5:30 PM Weekday Masses: Mon-Sat at 9:00 AM

Baptisms are scheduled at 2:00 PM on most Saturdays & Sundays. Visit the Rectory for paperwork and date selection.

Planning a wedding? Contact the parish office at least 9 months in advance to schedule an appointment with a priest.

Confession times: Saturday 3:30 - 4:30 PM. Call the Rectory for more information.

Meet our Pastoral Staff: Father Ed Cipot - Pastor, Father Wilfred Dodo - PV, Father Marc Roselli, SJ - Weekend Associate, Deacon Paul John Brophy, Father Clement Kagoma - In Residence.

Baptisms: Saturday 8:45 am, 12:10 pm, 5 pm, & 7 pm. Sunday: 8 am, 10 am, 11:45 am, 2:00 pm. MARRIAGES: Please make reservations at least 8 months in advance. EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT: Mondays - Fridays after 8:45 am Mass until 12:10 pm with the exception of days with morning funeral services.