Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Church February 7 th, 2016

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1 February 7 th, 2016 PASTORAL CARE FOR THE HOMEBOUND: If you are sick, homebound, or in the hospital and would like to receive Holy Communion or would like a pastoral visit, please contact Deacon John McCormack by leaving a detailed message at or calling the Parish Office at If you prefer, you may Deacon John at jmac1255@gmail.com. PRAYER NETWORK: The Prayer Network is a way to have prayers requested. Your intentions may be given to Nancy Vaughn at to be prayed for by our vine of caring people. MUSIC MINISTRY: The Youth Choir practices on Wednesdays from 6 to 7:00 pm; Adult Choir practices are Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:30 pm; Contemporary Ensemble practices are Thursdays from 7 to 9:30 pm. All practices are in the church. For more information, please contact our Music Director, Nina Ricci, at nina.ricci@saintkaterimusic.org. PARENT/CHILD CONNECTION: The Parent-Child Connection provides a safe playgroup for young children and an opportunity for adults to share their understanding of early childhood issues in an environment that promotes Catholic values. Please visit our parish website to see a complete schedule. T.L.C. TRI-PARISH TEEN GROUP: The teen group is a program for all the high school students in the parishes of St. Denis, St. Columba and Saint Kateri. The program includes fun activities such as outings and trips, service activities for the parish and greater community, and opportunities to learn more about your faith. PARISH MEMBERSHIP: New parishioners are always welcome. New Parishioner Forms are available in the church narthex, at the Parish Office, or online. If you are a regular contributor, please consider becoming a member to ensure receipt of a tax statement at each year-end. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY: The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is the world s most distinguished Friends of the Poor. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers assistance to those in need. Hotline for those in need: OUR LADY OF LIFE MINISTRY: We meet monthly for prayer and support of local life needs. Hotline for those in need: Sisters of Life Mission: Birth Right: Good Counsel: DIRECTORY OF ACTIVITIES Adopt-A-Night (feeding homeless)... lacolla@optimum.net - Vivian LaColla Adult Faith Form/Bible Study Julie Borges Altar Linens Geraldine Natale Altar Rosary Society Betty Perrino Altar Servers Baking Lorraine Travia Baptismal Program Deacon Bob Bereavement Group Lorraine Travia bktbereavement@optonline.net Blood Drives Dusty Maiolo Chapel/Church Cleaners Mary Covucci Church Decorators Cathy Varano Cursillo Tony Martino Discover Christ Julie Borges Ecumenical Group Dave Borges Eucharistic Adoration Dave Borges Eucharistic Ministers Dcn John McCormack Faith Formation/Family Catechesis x Heidi Reale Fund Raising Anthony Cirone Gardening/Landscaping Dennis Rosenfeld Hospital/Homebound Visits Deacon John Hospitality Andrea Cirone Kateri Can Cook Ellen Newhard Knights of Columbus Keith McCartney kmhudson3@gmail.com Lectors Deacon John Barone Leisure Club.mlbiasotti2000@aol.com---Mary Biasotti Liturgical Minister Schedule Denise Casey Joyful Noise Heidi Reale Junior High Club Larry Ryan/ St. Denis Marriage Encounter Anne Anderson Men s Group Dave Borges Music Ministry/Youth Choir..nina.ricci@saintkaterimusic.org ---- Nina Ricci Pancake Breakfast Robert & Ellen Newhard Parent-Child Connection Kira Gorman kirazgorman@yahoo.com Parish Activities Ed & Laura Leahy Parish Council Robert Herberger Prayer Shawl Ministry Vivian LaColla Prayer Network Nancy Vaughn R.C.I.A./R.C.I.T Msgr. Desmond saintkateriparish.com/rcia Respect Life sktforlife@optonline.net------annemarie R./Cathy D./Andrew H Spirit Wind Prayer Group Pat Mackey Spiritual Life Msgr. Desmond St. Vincent de Paul Joyce Pfirman Support for Military Families John & Ruth Recchia TLC Teen Group dpbell@optonline.net ---- Dave and Kathy Bell Teen Music Ministry..nina.ricci@saintkaterimusic.org-Nina Ricci Ushers/Greeters Anthony Cirone Vacation Bible School Judy Horton Widows & Widowers Club Joan Lee Prayer to Saint Kateri Tekakwitha St. Kateri Tekakwitha, favored child and Lily of the Mohawks, I come to seek your intercession in my present need: (mention it). I admire the virtues which adorned your soul: love of God and neighbor, humility, obedience, patience, purity and the spirit of sacrifice. Help me to imitate your example in my state of life. Through the goodness and mercy of God, Who has blessed you with so many graces which led you to the true faith and to a high degree of holiness, pray to God for me and help me. Obtain for me a very fervent devotion to the Holy Eucharist so that I may love Holy Mass as you did and receive Holy Communion as often as I can. Teach me also to be devoted to my crucified Savior as you were, that I may cheerfully bear my daily crosses for love of Him Who suffered so much for love of me. Most of all, I beg you to pray for me that I may avoid sin, lead a holy life and save my soul. Amen.

2 MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK Monday February 8 Sts. Jerome & Josephine 9:00 am For All Parishioners Tuesday February 9 9:00 am David Stock By the Hoag Family Wednesday February 10 Ash Wednesday 9:00 am Joseph Astorino 7:00 pm Francis Casey Thursday February 11 Our Lady of Lourdes 9:00 am Pat & Bill O'Hare (L) 60 th Wedding Anniv. By Jim & Nancy Vaughn Friday February 12 9:00 am James, Concetta & Louis Liccione By the Liccione Family Saturday February 13 9:00 am Bridie P. VanSlyck By the Union Vale Rescue Squad 5:00 pm Susan Califano By Betty Perrino Sunday February 14 9:00 am Thomas D'Ambrosio By the D'Ambrosio Family 10:30 am Deacon Ted Van De Ven By Judy 12:15 pm Richard E. Dehais By Joan Fleitz & family 5:30 pm Paul Kraus (L) By his family ASH WEDNESDAY: 9am & 7pm Masses; 3pm & 5pm services RULES OF FASTING AND ABSTINENCE Fasting means eating only one full meal. Two smaller meals may be taken which do not equal the full meal. No food may be taken between meals. Fast days are Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. Everyone between the ages of 18 and 59 are bound to the fasting obligation. Abstinence means not eating meat. Meat consumption is forbidden on Ash Wednesday and all the Fridays of Lent. This obligation begins at age 14 and has no upper limit. PARISH ACTIVITIES Monday February 8 9:45 am Leisure Club Movie Monday 7:30 pm Confession Chapel 7:30 pm Adoration Chapel Tuesday February 9 10:00 am Parent Child Connection Faith Formation Building: St. Therese 11:00 am Ireland Pilgrimage Meeting #1 7:00 pm HVC BSA Dutchess District Faith Formation Building 7:00 pm Bs Ad Altari Dei Faith Formation Building: St. Francis 7:00 pm Spirit Wind Prayer Group Chapel 7:30 pm Parish Council Wednesday February 10 After the 9am Mass Confessions Chapel Thursday February 11 7:00 pm RCIA Faith Formation Building: St. Paul 7:00 pm Ultreya Faith Formation Building: St. Francis Friday February 12 5:00 pm Fish Dinner Church Mtg. Room 7:00pm Lenten Series & Stations Church Saturday February 13 4:00 pm Confessions Chapel 7:00 pm COL Marriage Enrichment Sunday February 14 6:30 pm TLC Valentine Dance & Palanca PARISH INCOME REPORT Last week's In-Pew collection: $ 9, Last year's in-pew collection: $10, SUNDAY FEBRUARY 14, 2016 LITURGICAL MINISTERS SCHEDULE Mass Lector Eucharistic Ministers Altar Servers Sat. 5:00 pm Msgr. Desmond Mary Biasotti 9:00 am Fr. Michael Michael Pasquarella 10:30 am Msgr. Desmond John Reale III 12:15 pm Fr. Michael Norma Kraus 5:30 pm Msgr. Desmond Peter Bodnar III 2016 CARDINAL'S APPEAL During this Jubilee Year of Mercy, we are called to help one another and be merciful. With your help the Cardinal's Annual Stewardship Appeal continues to be a hope through our ministries and charities. Visit cardinalsappeal.org Jean Bartoes, Joan Crowe, Suzanne Power, Ruth Recchia, TBD Ray Cavallo, Rosealice D'Avanzo, William DeSomma, Christopher Filachek, Sarah Filachek Angela Bava, Mary Pat Burke, Kathleen Jastrzembksi, Debbie Scianimanico, Gregory Wiley Patricia Dunn, Lisa Engelke, Rosann Schillaci Andrew Humphreys, Maura Lee-Byrne, Andrea Loussedes, Patty Mahoney-Zippilli, Joe Whitton Jozef Gjidoda, Evan Jackob, Timothy Jackob Andrea Filachek, Elizabeth Filachek, Emily Filachek Julia Jastrzembski, Adam Wiley, TBD Michael Angley, Robbie Kelly TBD Peter Bodnar IV, Rory McComb, Brooke Tobin

3 Lenten Message It is hard to believe, but this Wednesday is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of our Lenten season. This is the earliest that Lent and Easter can be, and with the lack of snow, it seems hard to believe Lent is already here. These 40 days of Lent are a time to renew ourselves spiritually with the traditional practices of more intense prayer, fasting as a sign of sacrifice- not just to lose weight, although that might be a good side-effect, and almsgiving- care for the poor. This is also a Year of Divine Mercy, so we are called to reflect on the immense mercy God grants us through the death of His Son on the cross for us. Pope Francis has also called all Catholics to be instruments of God s Mercy in our willingness to forgive others- especially those closest to us. Let us pray for the strength to do just that, without expecting anything in return. I also encourage participation in the Lenten practices we offer in the parish. Getting to the Sacrament of Reconciliation to experience God s Mercy first-hand on Saturday afternoon, Wednesday after Mass, and Monday evenings- during which the Blessed Sacrament is exposed for Adoration. We will continue the now famous Knights Fish Fry on Friday evenings followed by a short Spiritual Reflection and the Stations of the Cross. Let us all do something to draw closer to Christ so we experience the rewards of His Mercy followed by a Glorious Easter. THE POWER OF PRAYER If you would like to have your name, or know someone who has given permission to have their name, added to the prayer list, call Nancy Vaughn at Please pray for those who are ill: Julie Borges, Denee DeVizio, Beverly Diamond, Anna Florence, Robert Florence, William Grafer, Jeffrey Hynard, Dariana Jamison, Kate Madigan, Delfino Placici, Raymond Tragale Please pray for our parishioners serving in the military: Jamie Babon, Michael Baibagallo, Daniel Barone, Matthew Donnellan, Timothy Douglass, Thomas Finn, Brandon Gonzalez, Matthew Howard, Kenneth Jablecki, Zachery Kirchner, Joseph D. Nani, Vincent Nichtern, James Tindall, Matthew Walsh TLC + TEENS LOVING CHRIST + TLC 9 th graders and all high school students are encouraged to be involved in +TLC+ events. They are as follows: Friday, February 12 th - Monday, 15 th - Girls DDA Wknd Sunday, February 14 th - Valentine's Dance & Palanca Sunday, February 28 th - General Mtg.-Works of Mercy The tri-parish Youth Group meets after the 5:30 pm Mass at St. Kateri from 6:30-8 pm in the. All high school teens are welcome. For +TLC+ news and forms, visit saintkateriparish.com/tlc-teen-group. GIRLS DAY-BY-DAY-AGAPE (DDA) RETREAT Girls Day-By-Day-Agape (DDA) Retreat Friday, February 12 t - Monday, February 15 th (President s Day). For information and application, contact CYFM or visit cyfm.org and click on events. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Flocknote: CYFMGarrison. Capuchin Youth & Family Ministries, 781 Route 9D, PO Box 192, Garrison, NY (845) RCIA This week's topic is Morality. All are welcome. Visit saintkateriparish.com/rcia. FAITH FORMATION NEWS Family Liturgy Mrs. Jody Lydic s 7 th grade Thursday class will be acting out the Gospel with Monsignor Desmond on Sunday, February 7 th, during the 9 am Mass. Ash Wednesday Ash Wednesday is February 10 th, the beginning of Lent. Session A: The 2:30-4 pm classes will attend the 3 pm service, and return to the Faith Formation Building for dismissal at 4 pm. Session B: The 4:30-6 pm classes will attend the 5 pm service, and return to the Faith Formation Building for dismissal at 6 pm. Session D: The 6:30-8 pm classes will attend the 7 pm Mass. The students will be dismissed directly from the narthex at the end of Mass. All Grades Our annual St. Vincent de Paul Supplies Collection will take place in February. The children are asked to bring the following items to their class by March 3 rd : First Grade: Facial Tissue Second Grade: Toilet paper Third Grade: Paper towels Fourth Grade: Dish detergent & cleaning supplies Fifth Grade: Laundry detergent Sixth Grade: Toothbrushes & paste Seventh Grade: Deodorant Eighth Grade: Shampoo/Conditioner Thank you for your support of this worthy effort to help local families in need. Office Hours Our office Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 am - 8pm, Tuesdays, 10 am -7 pm, Thursdays, 1-7pm. The Parish Office will be closed Monday, February, 15 th in observance of President's Day.

4 PARISH PILGRIMAGE TO IRELAND PETER'S PENCE COLLECTION "Monday, February 15th is the final deadline" for reserving a spot on Msgr. Desmond's Pilgrimage to Ireland, March 28th - April 8th. We will spend 12 days traveling throughout his beloved Emerald Isle, visiting many of the usual tourist sites along with some out of the-way places known primarily to "the locals." Don't miss this rare opportunity! Detailed brochures can be found in the narthex. Contact Mary Biasotti, , this week for further information. In the second collection today, we are supporting Pope Francis in his charitable works. The Peter's Pence Collection is taken up worldwide to support our brothers and sisters on the margins of society, including victims of war, oppression, and natural disasters. ST. KATERI LEISURE CLUB Our February Movie Monday will take place on Monday, February 8th, at 9:45am in the meeting room and will feature Bernadette, the story of the 19th century saint who witnessed apparitions of Our Lady of Lourdes. On Thursday, February 25th, at 9:45am in the meeting room, our Book of the Month Club will discuss The Shack, the recent New York Times best-seller by William P. Young. Both activities are open to everyone, and light refreshments will be served. For information, contact Mary Biasotti at mlbiasotti2000@aol.com or PARISH THANK YOU RECEPTION We are blessed at Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Parish to have so many people who give of themselves constantly to keep our parish alive and capable of sponsoring so many programs/ groups. We will have a Thank You Reception serving hors d oeuvres and desserts on Sunday, February 28th from 1:30 3:30 pm in the. All who volunteer in any way are invited. Saint Kateri Fish Dinner Every Friday during Lent, 5-7 pm Adults, $10: fish, coleslaw, fries and drink. Kids(5-12) $7: fish sticks, Mac 'n' Cheese, fries and drink. Under 5 eat free. Drinks included, water, iced tea and lemonade. Clam chowder available at extra cost. Eat in or take out ALTAR ROSARY SOCIETY Our first meeting of the new year is on Monday, February 8th at 7 pm at St. Denis. The Altar Rosary Society is a group of ladies from all three Parishes: St. Denis, St. Columba and St. Kateri. We meet on the 2nd Monday of every month. Come see what we're all about and the good work we do as a Call Betty Perrino for information at UPCOMING CURSILLO RETREATS Call Ginger Fisher, , for information for the Men's Retreat on April 7-10th and the Women's Retreat on May 12-15th STATEMENT If you would like to receive your 2015 envelope giving history for tax purposes, please call the St. Kateri Parish Office at , option 2. Thank you. MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT We meet the second Saturday of every month in the meeting room. Come join us for fun, food and fellowship with other married couples, Saturday s 7-9pm in the Meeting Room. February 13th - Fidelity in Marriage & end the night with Renewal of Marriage Vows by Monsignor March 12th - Stations of the Cross and Soup Supper April 9th - Dating for a Successful Marriage May 14th - Date Night/Activity to be determined June 11th - Communication in Marriage July 9th - Date Night/Activity to be determined August 13th - Fruitfulness in Marriage September 10th - Date Night/Activity to be determined October 8th - Forgiveness and Healing November 12th - Movie Night December 10th - Priorities in Marriage Please call Marcella and Kevin Gaughan with any questions or at kmgautla@sbcglobal.net ST. KATERI BIBLE STUDY The weekly St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish Bible Study resumes on Thursday, February 25th, 7-9 pm, in the Faith Formation Building St. Patrick's Room. We will be celebrating the Year of Mercy by studying scripture and its impact on Pope Francis' writings relative to the corporal and spiritual works of mercy. There is a signup table in the Church Narthex. For more information, please call Julie ST. VINCENT DE PAUL FOOD PANTRY NEWS Thank you to all who participated in "Feed Our Neighbors". We received a nice variety of items to stock the pantry shelves. Your generosity is much appreciated. This week the Pantry needs: apple juice, grape juice, toothpaste and toothbrushes. If you need assistance, would like to volunteer, or become a member, call The next meeting is Wednesday, February 10th at 7 pm in Classroom 15 of the St. Denis-St. Columba School. Visit svdpfoodpantry.org CATHOLIC COUNSELOR AVAILABLE Roger Szafranski LMSW, is an experienced clinical social worker who has worked with children, adolescents, adults and families in both clinical and school settings to address an array of emotional, psychological and behavioral issues. Roger is offering his services, free of charge and in complete confidence, to help you through whatever challenges you may currently be facing. Contact Roger at or roger57@frontiernet.net.

5 Lenten Series at Saint Kateri The Paschal Mystery Jesus' Life, Death and Resurrection - A Living Reality for Christians Join Fr. Achanyi on Friday evenings for a reflection on the Paschal Mystery. 2/12: The Paschal Mystery 2/19: Describing the effects of the Paschal Mystery 2/26: How does the Paschal Mystery work? 3/4: Metaphor of adoption 3/11: Participating in the Paschal Mystery The evenings begin at 7 pm in the church and will last for about 45 minutes (including Stations). The Reflections will be followed by Stations of the Cross. Save the Date: May 21, nd Annual Saint Kateri Parish Golf & Family Foot-Golf Outing and Community Dinner Where: Beekman Golf Course, Beekman Road Hopewell Jct., NY Time: 11:00 am Registration, Putting Contests 12:30 pm - Shotgun start Closest-to-Pin, Driving & Putting Contests, Lots of Prizes Golf Format: 4-Player Scramble Afternoon Family Fun Event begins at 4:00 PM: Foot-Golf for all ages - contests, prizes Dinner at 6:00 PM HUDSON VALLEY CA$H COALITION AND AARP TAX AIDE OFFERS FREE TAX PREPARATION The Hudson Valley CA$H Coalition (Creating Assets, Savings and Hope) and AARP Tax Aide Foundation offer FREE tax preparation assistance for low to moderate income individuals, families and seniors. Certified volunteer tax preparers ensure those who may be eligible for tax credits and refunds including the Earned Income Tax Credit, receive these valuable credits. There are many sites throughout the Hudson Valley including libraries, community centers, parishes and at the Catholic Charities office in Poughkeepsie offering this free service. ST. KATERI PARENT-CHILD CONNECTION This week will be: St. Valentine's Day craft and Mardi Gras. Contact Kira Gorman at kirazgorman@yahoo.com. VALENTINE'S DAY FOR THE CHILDREN'S HOME Anyone interested in helping to provide store bought desserts (cupcakes, cookies, cakes) and candy for the children Home of Poughkeepsie for Valentine's Day. Due to state health codes, we are unable to provide home baked goods. For details, contact Connie Liccione at or usarmy39jal@aol.com. FULL OF GRACE, THE STORY OF MARY THE MOTHER OF JESUS A new film entitled: "Full of Grace, The Story of Mary the Mother of Jesus," has just been released to rave reviews. This story of faith will inspire all who seek to follow Jesus. Please join us on Thursday, February 11 (the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes) at 7pm St. Joseph's Parish Hall, Millbrook, to view this beautiful film. For information, call the Rectory: CATHOLIC'S DIVORCE SURVIVAL GUIDE Family Life Respect Life Office is sponsoring the Catholic's Divorce Survival Guide at St. Mary's in Wappingers Falls every Wednesday, February 24 th -May 18 th from 7-9 pm at St. Mary's Church (Rectory Meeting Room), 11 Clinton Street, Wappingers Falls, NY. For information, visit divorced.nyfamilyfife.org/event-registration or call Cathy Drennen at or her at katers59@yahoo.com. AVAILABLE POSITION Our Lady of Lourdes High School is seeking a Varsity Boy's Tennis Coach for the spring season. If interested, please call Amanda Shaw in the Athletics office at X 1127