ST. MICHAEL S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 20 Page Avenue ~ Cohoes, N.Y Rev. Peter Tkocz, Pastor

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1 ST. MICHAEL S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 20 Page Avenue ~ Cohoes, N.Y Rev. Peter Tkocz, Pastor MISSION STATEMENT: To enhance and promote the fulfillment of St. Michael the Archangel, we will: CELEBRATE THE PAST: By examining, studying and capturing the history of the men and women, religious and lay, who established, nurtured and built it and all of its facets; LEARN TODAY: By learning from their faith, vision, passion commitment and actions so that we may better understand our history and their legacy; PREPARE FOR TOMORROW: By renewing the parish and its religious and lay leaders and its lay members; build on the legacy of the past and use our present strengths and abilities to help St. Michael s be a shining example and light of Christ and our history for all we touch. Handicapped Accessible MASS SCHEDULE: Daily Eucharist: as stated in the bulletin Lord s Day Eucharist: Saturday Vigil: at 4:00 pm Sunday: 9:00 am (English) & 11:00 am (Polish) Eve. of Holy Days - Consult Bulletin Parish Office: (518) Office Hours: : Tues. - Thurs. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Fax: Dial above number to notify address: parishinfo@stmichaelsofcohoes.org Web site: Church Hall: (518) Faith Formation: (518) ext. 5 SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturday Afternoon 3:15 to 3:45 pm SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: By arrangement with the Parish Office. Parents should be registered and active members of the Parish. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: The Bride and Groom should call the Parish Office at least six months before the date of the marriage. Please bring recent copies of your Baptismal certificate. Those under 21 should not set a marriage date until Diocesan permission has been obtained. PASTORAL CARE OF THE SICK: We want to assist those who cannot celebrate Mass with us because of illness, age or handicap. If you or a family member desires to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation, Eucharist or Anointing of the Sick at home or in the hospital, please call the PARISH OFFICE. In the event of an upcoming surgery, call the Parish Office to arrange a mutually convenient time for Anointing. By LAW, hospitals cannot notify us when parishioners are admitted. If you or a family member is hospitalized, please notify us. PARISH MEMBERSHIP: We ask every member of the parish to be properly registered. All adults should have and use envelopes. New members need to register as soon as possible. All address changes should be given to the Parish Office.

2 THANK YOU... TO ALL WHO SHARED THEIR TIME, TALENT AND TREASURE FOR THE GOOD OF OUR PARISH COMMUNITY LAST WEEK. BINGO IS BACK Please spread the word. BINGO WORKERS for October 31, Team 2: J.&M. Wiercioch, D. Vojnar, M. Marois, D. Izzo, R. Kryjak, C. Couture, M. Swieton, J. Clairmont, S. Bobek, W. Jucha, M. Jaffarian, T. Kilventon. SOCIAL HOUR: Our next Social gathering will be on November 11th and 12th after each Mass. We ask our parish bakers to share their favorite baked goodies with the Parish family. We invite everyone to join us for coffee, pastries and companionship. Let s make November social get to know your pew neighbor month. In case of a funeral, the daily Mass intention(s) will be included in the funeral Mass celebration. 4:00pm 9:00am 11:00am LITURGICAL ROLES Weekend of November 4th & 5th, 2017 Lectors M. Abdelnour F. Dudwoire P. Ostiguy C. Rogowski A. Barnas M. Zielinski Weekly Contributions October 21 & October 22, 2017 Year 2016 Stewardship Catholic Charities Church Hall Improvements Evangelist Candle Offerings Mission Sunday (Propagation of the Faith) Insurance Catholic University Your at Mass Support Mail Your E-Giving Extraordinary Ministers K. Carter B. Carter T. Czurlanis K. Twiss Dr. A. Bania K. Kosek R. Kosek C. Rogowski M. Sala E. Barlik M. Zielinski I. Pietkiewicz Sacristans J. & T. Sliwa K. Garceau S. Bobek $ 2, $ 3, $ 1, $ $ $ $ $ 2, $ $ ROSARY NEWS Our Communion Brunch will be held on October 29 th at the Grecian Garden Restaurant on Route 9, after the 11 o'clock Mass. Tickets are being sold before all Masses at a cost of $20. All women who are parishioners are welcome to join the Rosary Society. Please call CALENDAR OF EVENTS Rosary & Novena Tuesday, 6:30pm Rosary Society Mass & Brunch October 29, 11am Mass Mass for the Faithfully Departed November 2, 6pm Basket Bingo November 5, 1pm Pierogi Sale November11,10am-12 noon Souper Saturday November 18, 5pm

3 CHURCH HALL IMPROVEMENTS CEILING & LIGHTING REPLACEMENT FUND FUNDING REQUIRED TO EXTINGUISH EXPENDITURES $23, Fr. Peter Tkocz, Mr. & Mrs. Frainier in memory of Mc. Omber & Frainier Families, Mrs. William Mickiewicz in memory of William Mickiewicz,Mary Savage in memory of James and Andrew Savage, Mr. & Mrs. Andrzej Jurak in memorry of deceased family members, Mrs. Janina Kowalik. THANK YOU! Greeter Ministry We are excited to announce the new formation of the new hospitality ministry known as Greeters. Greeters extend hospitality and welcome to all parishioners, visitors, and newcomers arriving for Mass. These men and women greet people and make them welcome as we gather to worship. They assist people who may have special needs; invite people to present the offertory gifts; and provide general information to parishioner questions. If you are interested in being a part of this new ministry, please fill out the form in the brochure on greeters found in the back of the church and place in the collection basket. Nativity Pageant If you would like your child to participate in the annual Nativity pageant, please register by filling out the forms located on the tables at the church entrance or contact Roseanne Kryjak by at rkryjak@nycap.rr.com. CHRISTMAS PAGEANT VOLUNTEERS: We are seeking volunteers to assist with the annual Christmas Pageant. Anyone interested in providing your time and talent to this event please contact Roseanne Kryjak at SAUERKRAUT PIEROGI SALE: We will be selling homemade sauerkraut and some potato pierogi in time for Advent on Saturday, November 11th from 10AM 12Noon. To place an order please call Alina , Basia or by ziazia79@yahoo.com. Zapraszamy naszych Parafian do gimnastyki paluszków w piątek 11/10 na godz. 17-tą. Wszystkie chętne osoby do pomocy i lepienia pierogów będą bardzo mile widziane. Z góry dziękujemy za Waszą pomoc. Pytania proszę kierować do Kazi: Keep the Legacy Alive Please remember St. Michael's in your will St. Michael the Archangel R. C. Church 20 Page Ave, Cohoes, NY BULLETIN: The deadline for information to be in the bulletin is one week prior to the publication of the bulletin. October CALLING ALL BAKERS: If you like to bake, we are in need of brownies, cookies and cupcakes for our Basket Bingo. Please drop off your donation at the church hall on Saturday, Nov.4th from 2pm-5pm or on Sunday, Nov.5th after the 9:00 am Mass. As always, THANK YOU for supporting our church. BASKET BINGO PARTY: St. Michael's Rosary Society is sponsoring its 3 rd annual Basket Bingo Party on Sunday, November 5 th, here at St. Michael's. Instead of winning a cash prize when you get a bingo, you win one of our beautiful baskets. Like all parish events we need your help to make this event a success. We are looking for donations of prize baskets and gift cards. We will also accept your cash donation to purchase prizes and supplies. At the Basket Bingo Party, we will have food, snacks and drinks available. We also need donations of cupcakes and brownies on the day of the party, so if you are a baker, can you help us? If you have any questions or would like to donate, please contact Maria Swieton at or Michelle Frainier at We hope you can join us for a fun afternoon. Doors open at 11:30am and games start at 1:00pm. Under New York State law, you must be at least 18 years old in order to participate. PARISH CALENDAR 2018 will be available starting November 7th during office hours. No phone calls please, only in person or in writing. Please, always inlude your phone number. We will call you back to confirm that we received your request.thank you. PERSONAL CARE DRIVE FOR CATHOLIC CHARITIES: For the 3 rd year, Saint Michael s Parish has offered to be a Sponsor for the Personal Care Drive for Catholic Charities for the month of October. This drive helps folks who have HIV/ Aids and other Chronic Illnesses that Catholic Charities helps through their expanded Medicaid intensive case management services. Items they are in most need are: laundry detergent, dish soap, household cleaning products; personal hygiene products (soaps, shampoo, deodorant, shaving items); paper products (bath tissue, tissues, paper towels); sheets (full & twin) and bath towels. Anything you can donate will be appreciated. Please drop your donations in the box labeled Personal Care Drive for Catholic Charities in the back of the church during the month of October. If you have any questions, please call Kathy Kosek at or Pat Harrington at NEWS FROM OTHER ORGANIZATIONS Her Potential is our Passion! Learn more about Academy of the Holy Names, 1075 New Scotland Road in Albany, at our High School Open House, Thursday, November 9 th, at 6:30p.m. Register online at ahns.org or contact Ann Rento at arento@ahns.org or ext. 202.

4 Masses October 28, November 05, 2017 Sat., Oct. 28 4:00 p.m. Intention of Parishioners by Fr. Peter Mary & Anthony Zandri by Gen and Bink Earl Hampton, Jr. by Alan Roberts and Janet Gorsky John Septic by Jane and Nancy Tolak John & Cecile Suspanic by their Sons Sun., Oct. 29 9:00 a.m. Henry Giroux by Mr. & Mrs. Vince Cappabianca Mary Barberesi by Deacon Charles and Mary Anne Valenti 11:00 a.m. Deceased Members of the Rosary Society by the Rosary Society For All Rosarians by the Rosary Society Mon., Oct. 30 Herbert Tkocz by Family Michael Zandri by Jane Gebosky Tues., Oct. 31 Jan & Waleska Tkocz by Family Elizabeth Briggs by St. Michael s Bereavement Ministry Wed., Nov. 1 ALL SAINTS 6:00 p.m. Intention of Parishioners William S. Vojnar (2nd Ann) by daughter Doris Thurs., Nov. 2 All SOULS 6:00 p.m. Intention of Parishioners Thomas & Stacia Gorsky by Children Fri., Nov. 3 9:00 a. m. Mass at Holy Trinity Sat., Nov. 4 4:00 p.m. Peter & Stasia Skawinski by Family John & Helen Buszta by son John Anthony Smith by wife Dorothy John Smolinski by Frank Gebosky Jr. Mike Zandri by Ed & Kathy Twiss Joelean Potyrala (24Ann.) by Family Sun., Nov. 5 9:00 a.m. Intention of Parishioners by Fr. Peter All Souls in Purgatory by Antonia Cappabianca Mike Zandri by Vincent & Valerie Cappabianca Mary Chaszczewski (67th Wedd. Ann. & B-day Mass) by Family John Sloboda by Family Stasia Ardzewicz by Family Vincent Gorsky (18th Ann) by Janet Gorsky Mary Barbaresi by Doris Vojnar 11:00 a.m. Maria & Edward Gosztyla by Chester Pecak Bronislawa & Wincenty Bobek by Corka z Rodzina William Holmes by Mr. & Mrs. Marian Wiercioch

5 Faith Formation News Director: Kathy Burns (518) ; (518) Sat., October 28th will be our Youth Ministry Community Service visit to the soup kitchen. The schedule is as follows : 1:00 pm 4:30pm Meal prep 4:30pm 5:30pm Meal service 5:30pm Clean up You may attend any part or all of the schedule. Parent permission forms were handed out in class this past Wednesday. Please return completed forms this Wednesday October 25th. This service event is part of Confirmation preparation. Beginning Wed. November 1st, we will be offering an adult Faith Formation series on The Mass. This program is titled Altaration, The Mystery of The Mass Revealed. It will run for 5 weeks. This is a perfect opportunity for those parents who are waiting for their children attending faith formation classes. It will be presented in the dining room of the Parish center. We will begin at 6pm and end at 6:45pm every Wednesday that class is in session for 5 weeks. Please join us in deepening our understanding of the Mass. Parents and parishioners are encouraged to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity for spiritual growth. This program is free of charge. Saturday November 18th is SOUPER SATURDAY MOVIE NIGHT!!!!!! This event will take place in the church hall on Saturday November 18 after 4pm Mass (Approx. 5pm) We will have various types of soup, bread, beverages and dessert. After a light meal we will view the movie The 13th Day. This is a feature film about the powerful message of Fatima. Door prizes will be given away. This is a FREE faith sharing event. Parent meeting for children making First Eucharist this spring will be on Wednesday November 15th at 6pm. Parent meeting for Confirmation Candidates will be on Wednesday November 15th at 7:15pm. Students will attend their regular class. We will meet in the parish center. The meeting will end in time to pick up your child. If you cannot attend, please elect a responsible adult to attend on your behalf who would be willing to convey important information to you. HERE'S WHAT WE'RE LEARNING Last Wednesday all students in Faith Formation viewed the Diocesan mandated safe environment video. Please contact Mrs. Burns with any questions. Grade 1 The history of The Rosary was presented through visuals and activities. We continue to work on our Hail Mary and Our Father. Grade 2 Completed our discussion of the Rosary. We have begun the introduction to the Sacrament of Reconciliation to prepare for our First Pennance. Grade 3 This week we will be carving our Prayer Pumpkin and discussing the Christian way to celebrate Halloween. Apple cider and doughnuts will top off the evening. Grade 4 Prayers of the Rosary were presented along with a discussion of the mysteries of the Rosary. We will continue our discussion of the Mysteries as we finish making our Rosaries. Grade 5 Students viewed a beautiful film about the Miracles of Fatima. We continue to work on core concepts of the Trinity and our Faith. Grade 6/ 7 Completed our discussion of The Rosary and Mary as our Mother in heaven. We continue to explore the Sunday Gospel readings along with reflections. Rediscover Jesus continues. Grade 8/9 Continues to explore the Gospel of Matthew. This week we discussed the flight into Egypt, next week we will focus on John The Baptist. We continue with our gratitude journal and Resisting Happiness. Grade 10 Adoration continues each week. We will continue to make our own Rosaries. The Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy will be introduced with a focus on our upcoming service at the soup kitchen. Monday night students Will study the prayers of the Rosary and the 4 sets of Mysteries with a focus on each Mystery in each set. We will be making Rosaries. Divine Mercy Chaplet is said as our classroom prayer and Adoration will begin.