Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. February 10, Bow low before the Lord who made us!

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1 A community of Faith hope and love Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time February 10, 2013 Bow low before the Lord who made us!

2 MISSION STATEMENT We are a Parish Community of men and women who serve God, our country and one another. Inspired by St. Bernard s love of God and humanity, we proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ by praying and worshipping together, educating one another in faith, providing assistance for those in need, working for justice in the world, and welcoming all to the sacramental life of the Church in the Roman Catholic tradition. With Faith, Hope, and Love, we dedicate ourselves to the mission of living and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ in the world / Fax Parish@StBernardsLevittown.org Website: PASTORAL TEAM Rev. Msgr. Gerard A. Ringenback, Pastor Rev. Christopher M. Costigan, Assistant Pastor Rev. Mr. John Blakeney, Deacon Rev. Mr. James Flannery, Deacon Rev. Cyprian Osuegbu, Resident Center for Religious Education & RCIA Sr. Margaret Sammon, O.P., Director / Fax The Religious Center is closed on Fridays. Parish Social Ministry Sr. Christine Sammons, O.P., Coordinator Youth Ministry Mike Rodgers, Coordinator MRodgers@StBernardsLevittown.org or Liturgical Music Mary Jane Witte, Director Adult Faith Formation Diane Vella, Pastoral Associate dvella@stbernardslevittown.org or Church Rose Marie Rotondo, Sacristan Facilities Len Lanzi, Facilities Manager Stefan Jensen, Maintenance Supervisor IN RESIDENCE: Rev. Martin J. Hall Spiritual Life Schedule of Masses: Saturday : 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Sunday: 7:30 am, 9:00 am, (Family Mass), 10:30 am, 12 Noon, 5:30 pm Weekdays: 8:00 am Holy Days: see website: Confessions: Saturday: 4:00-5:00 pm. Weekdays: After the 8:00 am Mass Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Novena and Benediction: Monday: Check schedule on page 5 Morning Prayer: Monday through Saturday 8:30 am, Prayer Room. Books are available. Baptism of Children: We welcome infants and children to our Christian community! Baptisms are held on select Sundays at 1:30 pm. Please contact the parish at least 3 months before an anticipated baptism even before a new child is born to ensure enough time to complete the baptism preparation process. Our three-step preparation process includes: 1) at-home reading and preparation by the parents; 2) an intake conversation with a member of our parish staff; and 3) participation with other parents in a Sunday morning gathering, which begins with attendance at our 9:00 AM Family-friendly Mass. Please call or parish@stbernardslevittown.org to request a Baptism information and preparation packet. Marriages: Church arrangements should be made at least 6 months before the marriage and before making any contracts with restaurants or caterers. Please call the Rectory to set up an appointment with a priest, Ministry to the Sick and Aging: If you are, or know of someone who is homebound and would like to receive Holy Communion, please call the rectory at St. Vincent De Paul Society: Would you like to join our vibrant community of Faith, Hope and Love at St. Bernard s? Sign-up and get to know us at one of our monthly New Parishioner Registration and Welcome evenings! For information, call the parish office at , or download a form from our website Click on Join St. Bernard s Parish on the left side of the home page. form. If you move away, please notify us as Bulletin Deadline: Friday, 5:00 pm, nine days prior to publication. You may us at Bulletin@StBernardsLevittown.org or leave a hard copy in the inbox on the bulletin desk in the 2 Parish Office. Thank you for your cooperation!

3 Clairvaux chronicle ASH WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 13 Masses 7, 8, 9 a.m.; 12 and 7:30 p.m. Liturgy of the Word 3:30 and 5 p.m. Ashes distributed at all services. LENTEN DEVOTIONS Exposition and Benediction Friday 12:00-1:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross Friday 7:30 p.m. Journey, Cross and Crucifixion Musical Drama Sunday, February 17, 3:00 p.m. in church Evening Prayer Wednesdays February 20 & 27 LENTEN FELLOWSHIP Family Fish Fry /Stations of the Cross Friday, March 1, 6:00 p.m. Soup Supper Wednesday, March 6, 5:00 p.m. Mass, Pizza and Family Movie Saturday, March. 16, 5:00 p.m. DIOCESAN DAY OF RECONCILIATION Monday, March 25, 3:00 9:00 p.m. Confessions at St. Bernard s and every Catholic Church in Nassau, Suffolk and the 5 boroughs. Shed your sins this Lent! KEEPING FAITH IN A TIME OF TRANSITION Wednesdays, Mar. 13 and 20 7:30 p.m. Prayer, Presentation, Reflection, Discussion on St. Bernard s transition of pastors. How will we keep the faith and our parish mission going? the Future of St. Bernard S T his coming Tuesday, Feb. 12, will be an important date for the future of St. Bernard s. On that day all parishioners are invited to attend an Open Meeting to offer input as we prepare for a change in pastors this coming June. Leading the meeting will be Msgr. Peter Pflomm, Director of Clergy Personnel. Bishop Robert Brennan will also be in attendance. Fr. Robert Hayden will attend as an area dean and serve as recorder. There will be three areas of focus for the meeting and framed in the form of three questions: What are the strengths of St. Bernard s Parish? What are the areas of need? What qualities and attributes of a new pastor would best suit St. Bernard s Parish? The information that is gathered will then be presented to Bishop Murphy and the Personnel Assignment Board for review. This will assist them in determining the choice of a new pastor. In addition this information will be conveyed to the new pastor upon his arrival. The meeting will take place in the auditorium and will begin at 7:30 P.M. I encourage you to attend not only to voice your own concerns and ideas but to also hear from other parishioners. I also ask you to pray to the Holy Spirit for wisdom and guidance as we go through this period of transition and prepare for a new chapter in the history of St. Bernard s. Lent Begins The penitential season of Lent will begin this coming week. In this Year of Faith proclaimed by Pope Benedict we have the opportunity in the next six weeks to deepen our faith through the traditional Lenten practices of prayer, fasting and good works. On the opposite column we have listed the various services, events, and devotions that might assist you in making this sacred season a time of grace that will lead you to the joy of Easter. 3

4 parish news ** Meet our new parish resident-see page 9. Valentine s Bake Sale The 7th Grade Religious Education students will host a Cake Sale today Sunday, February 10th after all the morning Masses in the School Lobby. Proceeds will go to assist Bethany House. Bethany House is located in Roosevelt. It provides housing for mothers and their children. It is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of St. Dominic. ** Lenten Guidelines for fasting and abstaining, see bottom page 8 RCIA CORNER On Sunday, February 17 th, the first Sunday of Lent, at the 10:30am Mass we will send our Catechumens, Alyssa Fuentes, Jenilee Fuentes, Norma Fuentes, Shannen Fuentes, Rodney Harris, Andrew Nugget and Brianna Stamm to the Rite of Election. This marks a new stage of preparation on their journey to full initiation in our faith community. The Rite of Election will take place at St. Agnes Cathedral at 7:30 PM. Bishop Murphy will preside at the Rite and welcome the catechumens from parishes throughout the Diocese. From earliest times Lent has been the period of intense preparation for those preparing to receive the sacraments of initiation. Please pray for our newly elect as they continue their journey to full initiation at the Easter Vigil. Gifts of treasure Sunday collections February 3, 2013 February 5, 2012 $ 14, $ 15, envelopes 656 envelopes Faith Direct $ 2, $ 2, Total Collection $ 16, $ 18, Thank you for your continued generosity. The Second Collection on February 17, 2013 will be for The Church in Need. The monies collected at this time will be shared among three areas of the world where there is particular need for help. The Church in Central and Eastern Europe. The Church in Latin America. The Church in Africa. Please help to keep faith strong in the world. Mark Your Calendars for A Moving Creative Ministries presentation of The Journey: Cross and Crucifixion On Sunday, February 17, 2013 At 3:00 pm In St. Bernard s Church A beautiful way to start the season of Lent and A great opportunity to invite a friend. See page 11 for event advertisement the Gifts of bread and wine for the weekend of February 9 /10, 2013 were requested in loving memory of Joseph Masi by Marlene and Victor Masi 4

5 mass intentions Monday, February 11 8:00 am Jacqueline Mineo Tuesday, February 12 8:00am Fred Auer Wednesday, February 13, Ash Wednesday 8:00 am Ann and Joseph Ryan 12 Noon Danny and Vivian Vitaglione 7:30 pm Conference members and families of St. Vincent De Paul Thursday, February 14 8:00 am Frances and Ken Hall 60th Wedding Anniversary Friday, February 15 8:00 am Joseph Curcio Birthday Remembrance Saturday, February 16 8:00 am Kenneth Hublitz Candida Ruda Luann Ladolcetta John Aresca 5:00pm Theresa Flanagan Sunday, February 17, First Sunday of Lent 7:30 am Living and deceased members of The Lynch and Albano families 9:00 am Zeferina Zea 10:30 am Florence Burrafato Virginia Brucknet Grace Simmons Joe Koppen 12:00 Noon Austin and Bridie Waldron 5:30 pm For all Parishioners Parish schedule Monday, February 11 7:30 pm Miraculous Medal Novena, Church Tuesday, February 12 10:00 am Our Lady of Consolation Prayer Group, Prayer Room 4:00 pm Peanut, Butter & Jelly Team, Parish Center 6:15 pm Children s Choir, Parish Center 6:30 pm Cub Scout Meeting, School 7:00 pm Boy Scouts, Youth Ministry Room 7:00 pm Spanish Rosary, Prayer Room 7:30 pm Adult Choir, Church 7:30 pm PFI, Parish Center 7:30 pm Town Meeting with Bishop, Gym 8:00 pm AA Meeting, Cafeteria Wednesday, February 13, Ash Wednesday 8:00 pm Prayer Group, Parish Center Thursday, February 14 8:45 am Town of Hempstead Mammogram Truck 10:00 am Shawl Ministry, Parish Center 2:00 pm St. Vincent Meeting, Clairvaux House 7:00 pm The Most Holy Trinity Adoration, Prayer Rm Friday, February 15 12:00 Noon Eucharistic Adoration, Church 2:00 pm Stroke Support Group, Parish Center 7:00 pm Soccer Registration, Parish Center 7:30 pm Stations of the Cross, Church Saturday, February 16, Girl Scout Cookie Booth Sale 11:00 am AA Meeting, Cafeteria 12:00 Noon CDA, Parish Center Sunday, February 17, Blood Drive Sign-up & Girl Scout Cookie Sale 9:00 am RCIA, Parish Center 3:00 pm Journey, Cross & Crucifixion, Church 6:30 pm Youth Ministry, Parish Center 7:00 pm Men s Prayer Group, Prayer Room 8:00 pm AA Meeting, Cafeteria Prayer requests BANNS OF MARRIAGE First Time Jason Ferrante, St.Bernard Parish, Levittown, NY Jenna Goldman, St. Bernard Parish, Levittown, NY for the sick of our parish Frank Bond Gloria Brock Maria Canestraro Leigh Ann Caporale Lisa Derienzo Mafada Derienzo Margaret Habermehl Vicki Jacona Michelle Neithersole Andrew Pfortsch Laureen Quinn-Sturge Terri Saccente Rosalie Travers Steven Turkovitz James P. Ward All names will remain on the list for 4 weeks after you call in. After that time we ask, if necessary, to call again. Please pray for all those on our Long-term Sick List Baby Christian Murphy Susan Arena Helen Clarke Rosemary Clark Roberta Curran Vincent Davi Bridget Dell Aera Juanita Dones Gerry Dowling Jim Finlan Colleen Grasing Mike Hach Carolyn Hakim Jerome W. Kalkhof Betty Lalonde Mary Mackey Andrew Mahoney Mary Messina William McDonagh John McKeon Mary McLean Kerri Orlando Johnny Perdue Rosina Perri Helen Pfiefer Joseph Pfeifer Raymond Pfiefer Catherine Pipinou Deanne Reilly Eve Saint Thomas Saint Joseph Smithwick, Sr. Marina Suazo David Testa Pat Todd Rob Weidermann Pat Welisher Pray for our beloved deceased And those who mourn for them Roger Pokorny Antoinette Tillock 5

6 Lent 2013 keeping faith in a time of transition PARISH MISSION: Recognizing God LENTEN EVENING PRAYER KEEPING FAITH IN A TIME OF TRANSITION Sun. March 3 Wed. March 6 7:30 p.m. in the church Join 4 dynamic diocesan priests for 5 dynamic evenings that will help you to find God in every part of your life. Lord, may our prayer rise like incense in your sight; may this place be filled with the fragrance of Christ our site! us! fur- infor- Visit web- Join For ther Fr. Frank Nelson Msgr. Joe DeGrocco As has become our custom at St. Bernard s, we celebrate meditative Evening Prayer on Wednesdays in Lent with candle light, incense, chant, song and guest preaching February 20, 7:30 p.m. A young husband and dad reflects on faith February 27/el 27 de Febrero 7:30 p.m. Preacher/Predicador Bishop/El Obispo Nelson J. Perez This service will be bilingual Este servicio será bilingüe mation,msgr. Jim Vlaun Fr. Mike Holzmann visit our web Don t have the time? MAKE TIME to nurture the most important relationship you ll ever have! Come and invite a friend! 6

7 GIFTED, ENGAGED AND GROWING PASTORAL PLAN Goal 1: To provide opportunities for all parishioners to discover and live their strengths, and thereby engage more parishioners in service to the parish and community Living Your Strengths Adaptability God has gifted Adaptable people with the ability to go with the flow, take things as they come, and discover the future one day at a time! If Adaptability is one of your Strengths, here are some ways to develop your Strength for the glory of God: You like change, so take on short-term, spur-ofthe-moment roles in the community and parish. Let people know that you don t mind being asked for help at the last minute. Don t make plans too far into the future, as you never know what might come up! To grow spiritually, focus on how your faith is lived in each moment of your present experience. What are YOUR God-given gifts and talents? Take the StrengthsFinder and find out! Books with the StrengthsFinder assessment access code are available in the parish office anytime. ($10 donation requested if possible.) JOIN OUR WEB, FACEBOOK AND TWITTER COMMUNITIES! Goal 2 : To motivate and equip engaged parishioners to reach out and invite others to become engaged. Belonging More Deeply YOU VE BEEN PRAYING FOR SOMEONE TO BELONG MORE DEEPLY. WHAT ARE YOU DOING ABOUT IT? TAKE AN INVITATION BROCHURE. GIVE IT TO SOMEONE YOU CARE ABOUT. INVITE THEM TO JOIN YOU AT MASS OR A PARISH EVENT. KEEP PRAYING AND TRUST THE SPIRIT!! Goal 3: To increase support and recognition of engaged parishioners What Happened at Vatican II? A six-session monthly series celebrating the anniversary of the opening of the Second Vatican Council What changed and what didn t and why? Something old; something new? How has the Council been accepted? What does this mean for the Church s Year of Faith, facebook.com/ stbernardslevittown stbernardslevittown.org SESSION 2: The Church and Contemporary Culture Thursday, February 21, 7:30-9:00 p.m. or Friday, February 22, 10:00-11:30 a.m. in the Parish Center twitter.com/stbernardtweets Instructor: Diane Vella, M.A., Pastoral Associate 7

8 Liturgy corner FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME February 10, 2013 The moment of the fear of God is a moment of awe and humility, when we recognize God s amazing power, love, and grace, and become aware of our human weakness and limitations. It is an honest and inspiring moment of conversion, inviting us into God s holy presence, no matter the distance we find ourselves from it. First Reading: Isaiah sees the splendor and grandeur of God enthroned in heaven, surrounded by choirs of angels singing his praise (the words we sing at the beginning of the Eucharist prayer at every Mass). Isaiah s experience of the holiness of God makes him aware of his own sinfulness as well as that of his people. He and we are purified as a result of our encounter with God. Responsorial Psalm 138: The Israelites believed that their hymns of praise were joined with those of the angels, as is expressed in the first verse of today s Psalm. In the sight of the angels I will sing your praises, Lord. Second Reading: Paul handed on what he had first received (1 Corinthians 15:3) from the proclamation of the Apostles and teachers who preceded him. Some of the appearances mentioned are recounted only here. Like Isaiah before him, Paul realized his own unworthiness as a result of his encounter with the Lord. Gospel: This text might be entitled The Call of Peter. Like Isaiah before him, Peter was willing to set aside his own objections to obey the Lord. Like Isaiah and Paul, Peter also became conscious of his own sinfulness through his encounter with the Lord and the miraculous catch of fish. The Lord has his ways of readying those he will send. ASH WEDNESDAY Wednesday, February 13 Fasting during Lent is a practice of intentional interruption of our everyday routine, a practice by which we embody our renewed commitment to grow in relationship with God. By taking less food, we symbolize our utter dependence on God, Source and Author of Life. We acknowledge that despite our own efforts to live safely and comfortably, we are not ultimately in control. For this day, we put aside our own efforts and re-orient ourselves to the true Source of Life, as we begin Lent. First Reading: It is not enough to perform external rituals of repentance unless the heart is pierced by sorrow. All of Israel, even its youngest members, are called to seek mercy from the Lord. Responsorial Psalm 51: Fully aware of sinfulness, the psalmist prays for God s help and for the clean heart, which alone can see God. Be merciful, O Lord, for we have sinned. Second Reading: The Word of God calls out: Be reconciled to God. Now is the favorable time, the right time! Do not fail to receive God s grace. Today is the day of salvation. Gospel: Prayer, fasting, and works of mercy are the traditional acts of Lenten repentance. They are not to be performed for the acclaim of others but rather done in secret, that the heavenly Father may reward us. Sourcebook, Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are obligatory days of universal fast and abstinence. Fasting is obligatory for all who have completed their 18th year and have not yet reached their 60th year. Fasting allows a person to eat one full meal. Two smaller meals may be taken, not to equal one full meal. Abstinence (from meat) is obligatory for all who have reached their 14th year. Fridays in Lent are obligatory days of complete abstinence (from meat) for all who have completed their 14th year.

9 Readings FOR February 10, February 17, 2013 Out and about the parish Sunday, February 10. Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Isaiah 6:1-8; Psalm 138:1-5, 7-8; 1 Corinthians 15:1-11; Luke 5:1-11 Monday, February 11. Genesis 1:1-19; Psalm 104:1-2, 5-6, 10, 12, 24, 35; Mark 6:53-56 Tuesday, February 12. Genesis 1:20-2:4; Psalm 8:4-9; Mark 7:1-13 Wednesday, February 13. Ash Wednesday. Joel 2:12-18; Psalm 51:3-6, 12-14, 17; 2 Corinthians 5:20-6:2; Matthew 6:1-6, Thursday, February 14. Deuteronomy 30:15-20; Psalm 1:1-4, 6; Luke 9:22-25 Friday, February 15. Isaiah 58:1-9; Psalm 51:3-6, 18-19; Matthew 9:14-15 Saturday, February 16. Isaiah 58:9-14; Psalm 86:1-6; Luke 5:27-32 Sunday, February 17. First Sunday of Lent. Deuteronomy 26:4-10; Psalm 91:1-2, 10-15; Romans 10:8-13; Luke 4:1-13 We Welcome Fr. Joy Varkey Hailing from India and presently assigned as a Chaplain at the Nassau University Medical Centre, Fr. Joy P. Varkey is a new resident of our parish rectory. At the beginning of January Fr. Cyprian was reassigned to serve as chaplain at St. Francis Hospital in Roslyn. Fr. Joy was born in a Catholic family on January 12, 1963 as the youngest son of Mr. Varkey Purayidathil and late Mrs. Thresia Varkey, Fr. Joy belongs to the Missionary Society of St. Thomas For the ride home This feature is for families to share their thoughts as they travel to and from Church. Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time February 10, 2013 First Reading: Isaiah 6: 1-8 Second Reading: I Corinthians 15: 1-11 Gospel: Luke 5: 1-11 Adults: When have you felt inadequate to a task or role you were given? How did you respond? Children: When have you been asked to do something you felt might be too hard for you? What did you do? the Apostle (MST) in India. He was ordained a priest on May 3, 1995, and for the first 12 years of priestly life he worked in a Mission Region in the Maharashtra state of India. Holder of an earned doctorate in psychology from the University of Pune, Fr. Joy has previously served in the Diocese of Rockville Centre for five years ( ) at St. Rosalie s Parish, Hampton Bays. We welcome Fr. Joy back to the diocese and extend a warm welcome to St Bernard s Parish. 9

10 St. Vincent de Paul: Special thanks are extended to all who, in large or small ways, provide food and other non-perishables for our pantry. Our visitors are always grateful when they can leave with a bag of essentials having been helped to stretch their food dollars! This week, our pantry needs include: Chef Boy-ar-dee canned pasta of all kinds Canned fruit Cake mixes, icing Canned meat and fish Coffee and tea (regular, decaf, regular, instant) Paper goods of all kinds (tissues, napkins, toilet tissues, paper towels) Pampers, size 4, 5, 6 Wipes As always, thank you! Please remember the poor boxes and to buy one, get one free! Thank you for your donations: We are happy to announce the grand total from our Charitable KIDZ Souper Bowl of Caring collection on Super Bowl Sunday, February 2-3, 2013! Today, Sunday February 10 th at the 12 noon Mass, we will present a check in the amount of $2, to Jan Jamroz of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Rockville Centre. This money will become part of the Hurricane Relief Fund which continues to help Long Islanders deal with the horrific effects of Super Storm Sandy. Thanks to our KIDZ, our parents, Carol and Ted Blach and all of you who participated in this wonderful work of charity. We will send the results of our collection to the National Board of the Souper Bowl of Caring! Parish social ministry Sr. Christine Sammons, O.P., Follow these top ten tips to reduce your FOODPRINT and food bill! Shop Smart plan meals, use shopping lists and avoid impulse buys. Don t succumb to marketing tricks that lead you to buy more food than you need, particularly perishable items. Buy Funny Fruit many fruits and vegetables are thrown out because their size, shape or color are not right. Buying these perfectly good funny fruit utilizes fruit that might otherwise go to waste. Understand Expiration Dates in the US, sell by and use by dates are not federally regulated and do not indicate safety, except on certain baby foods. Most foods can be safely consumed well after their use-by dates. Zero Down Your Fridge eat food that is already in your fridge before buying more or making something new, which will save time and money. Websites such as hatewaste.com can help you get creative with recipes to use up anything that might go bad soon. Say Freeze and Use Your Freezer frozen foods remain safe indefinitely. Freeze fresh produce and leftovers if you won t have a chance to use them before they go bad. You can also do this with take-out or delivered food, if you know you will not eat it the next day. Request Smaller Portions restaurants will often provide half-portions upon request at reduced prices. Compost composting food scraps can reduce climate impact while also recycling nutrients. Use FIFO (First In-First Out) as a kitchen rule. Check your pantry. Cook and eat first what you brought first. Store newly bought canned goods at the back of the cabinet. Keep older ones in front for easy access. Love Leftovers tonight s leftover chicken roast can be part of tomorrow s sandwich. Diced older bread can become croutons. Be creative. Ask your restaurant to pack up your extras so you can eat them later, or freeze them. Take leftovers from restaurants. Donate nonperishable and unspoiled perish-able food can be donated. Donated food is the mainstay of our pantry! This information is brought to you by THINK~EAT~SAVE REDUCE YOUR FOODPRINT! 10

11 St. Bernard S music ministry MaryJane Witte, Director The Journey, Cross and Crucifixion On Sunday, February 17, 2013 At 3:00 pm In St. Bernard s Church Presented by Creative Ministries Out and about the parish A time to play and a time to pray and a time to share with friends... A Trip is being planned to visit Historic Stockbridge, Massachusetts and The Shrine of Divine Mercy on April 16 and 17, 2013 Included with the trip will be: One night Hotel with Full Breakfast One lunch and dinner at the Historic Red Lion Inn Admission to the Norman Rockwell Museum Full Day at the Shrine of Divine Mercy Motorcoach Transportation and Professional Tour Manager All Tips and Taxes (except bus driver and tour manager) Cost: $226/ person Twin $272/person Single $216/person Triple Travel Insurance: $21/person If interested, call Ginny Smithwick ASAP 11

12 PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE 2nd ANNUAL ST. BERNARD S LENTEN FISH FRY FISH FRY! Instead of the typical Lenten Friday night pizza, The Family Life Committee would love to Have you come join us March 1, 2013 For a scrumptious dinner of Beer battered fish, potatoes & cole slaw at 6:00pm Followed by Stations of the Cross at 7:30pm Adults $10.00 per person Kid s Meal (9 & under) $8.00 per person OR Tickets MUST be purchased in advance. Tickets will be sold after all masses on February 16 th and February 17 th. Last day to purchase tickets is February 18, Please return completed form with cash or check to the rectory no later than February 18 h! Name: Contact # #Adults X $10.00 = #Kids X $8.00 = This is a Family Ministry Event. For Further information, contact Kathy at

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15 Community Bulletin Board Celebrating the Ordinary The Tabor Retreat Center, located in Oceanside, will be conducting a retreat entitled, Celebrating the Ordinary, February 15-16, 2013 Fri. 7:30 pm-sat. 7:30 pm. Do you believe that being ordinary is extraordinary? Using the book Touching the Holy by Robert Wicks, there will be a discussion on how to be comfortable with who we are and to touch the holy in the process. Presenter: Kathy McLean. Donation: $145 overnight, $110 commuter. Please call for further details. Volunteers Needed for Annual HEC Weekend Handicapped Encounter Christ (HEC) is in need of volunteers for its annual retreat which will be held Thursday, April 25 through Sunday, April 28, 2013 at Camp Alvernia in Centerport, NY. HEC is a retreat weekend for persons 18 years and older with special needs. It is a prayerful experience of song, talks, sharing, Eucharist and many other joyful moments. We are in need of team members, kitchen help, setting up and taking down the camp, as well as drivers for our candidates. The planning meetings will be on Monday evenings, February 18, March 18 and April 15, 2013 at St. Killian Parish, 485 Conklin Street, Farmingdale at 7pm in the lower church. Please call Deacon Frank & Michele Barone at or e- mail at Mrbarone@verizon.net for further information. Young Adult Day Retreat When it comes to faith, we have a choice. Why do you choose to be Catholic? Date: February 16; Time: 10 am 4 pm. For ages 21-39; Cost: $40 which includes lunch. St. Ignatius Retreat House, 251 Searingtown Road, Manhasset. Please call Sandy Zaremba to register at (516) There is no better means of attainment to the spiritual life than by continually beginning again... Saint Francis de Sales Important Informational Meeting All those who may be interested in an October 16 th -26 th, 2013 trip to Greece: In the Footsteps of Saint Paul are invited to join Father Antony Asir and Pat Chapin for an informational and/or registration evening on Thursday, February 28, at 7 Pm in the Saint Thomas More, Hauppauge, Parish Center. Dave, a representative from Collette Vacations will present a slide show and answer any questions you may have about the trip. Light refreshments will be served. Cost is $3,699 per person double occupancy if booked by April 16, Call Pat Chapin at for brochure. Knights of Columbus Holy Innocents Council 3581 Knights of Columbus Holy Innocents Council No th Anniversary Dinner Holy Innocents 60th Anniversary Dinner and Dance will be held at on February 15, 2013 at the Westbury Manor 8 pm to 12 midnight. Tickets are $75.00 per person for this formal event. Place a business advertisement and/or personal greeting in our anniversary journal. Sign up and purchase of tickets is at Holy Innocents Council. Any questions contact Bill Boyce Chairman at or the council at Columbiettes Valentine Breakfast Sunday February 10, A.M -12 Noon $10.00 Per Person Sign Up at Council For Tickets Or Call For Reservations Marie Chavez Or Tina Or Ita Divorced, Separated and Single Catholics of Long Island Widows and Widowers New Member Orientation, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at 8pm, at St. Frances de Chantal, 1309 Wantagh Ave, Wantagh, NY. Non denominational. All are welcome. Refreshments are served after the meeting. Please bring proof of single status to join. For more information call Carol at before 9:00 pm or Eileen at