March 18, 2018 Pastor Rev. Robert Hewes Parochial Vicar Rev. Allan Sikorski In Residence Rev. Lawrence Rafferty

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1 Roman Catholic Church of St. Matthew 35 North Service Road, Dix Hills, New York (631) Fax: (631) Office Hours: Mon-Fri in the Parish Center 9 am-12:30 pm & 1:30 pm-5 pm March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 1 March 18, 2018 Pastor Rev. Robert Hewes Parochial Vicar Rev. Allan Sikorski In Residence Rev. Lawrence Rafferty Deacons James McQuade, Carmine DeStefano and Luis Polanco Pastoral Associate Sister Kathleen McCarthy, O. P. D.R.E.: Mary Donaldson Music Director: Lee Forsythe T h e S a l v a t i o n o f S o u l s i s t h e S u p r e m e L a w SCHEDULE OF MASSES SATURDAY: 5:00 p.m. and Spanish Mass at 7:00 p.m. SUNDAY: 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. (Family Mass), 11:00 a.m. (Choir Mass), 12:30 p.m. and also at 12:30 p.m. (Latin) Tridentine Mass in the Chapel. MONDAY - SATURDAY : 9:00 a.m. Mass in the Church. Holy Days will be printed in the bulletin. CONFESSIONS SATURDAY: 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. For any other time, please call to make an appointment with a priest. BAPTISM SCHEDULE The 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month at 1:45 p.m. and the 4th Saturday of the month at 12:30 p.m. (No Baptisms Easter Sunday or Christmas Weekends.) Please contact the Parish Center for the Baptismal Packet containing the registration form and all other necessary paperwork. First-time parents are also asked to register for one of the Baptismal Preparation Classes offered on the last Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Church. (No class is held in December.) You may register on-line for the Baptism class only (not the Baptism itself) at MARRIAGE Arrangements should be made at least 6 months in advance and should be made prior to making plans for a reception. Call the Parish Center for an appointment with the priest or deacon you wish to witness your wedding. All couples are required to attend Pre-Cana.

2 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 2 PARISH MINISTRIES Saturday, Mar 17 5:00 PM Anthony Montaldo Domenick Caria Giovanna Furelli Intentions of Jack Tseng Stalter Family Stephen Barone 7:00 PM Sunday, Mar 18 7:30 AM Louis & Catherine Vierling 9:30 AM Frank Raio 11:00 AM Lorraine, Raymond & Salvatore Cortelli 12:30 PM (L) For the People of the Parish 12:30 PM Rose & Charlie Merker Monday, Mar 19 9:00 AM Lucy Perry Tuesday, Mar 20 9:00 AM Rose Torre Wednesday, Mar 21 9:00 AM Joseph A Todaro Thursday, Mar 22 9:00 AM Jacqueline Cummo Friday, Mar 23 9:00 AM Alex Seefried Saturday, Mar 24 9:00 AM Anthony Masci Joseph Biello Joseph Magluillo, Sr. Marcos Castillo Rita Graziano Sullivan Family 5:00 PM Albert Rabaglia Dorothy Infanger Intentions of Jack Tseng Joseph F. Dentale Maguire Family Rocco Amoroso 7:00 PM Jose A. Alvarenga Sunday, Mar 25 7:30 AM Andy Masi 9:30 AM George Ayers 11:00 AM James V. Straface, Jr. 12:30 PM (L) For the People of the Parish 12:30 PM Josephine Brizard - Happy 96th Birthday ALTAR SERVERS: Porzia DiGiorgio: me@porzia.com And John DiGiorgio: johndigiorgio@optonline.net APOSTLESHIP OF PRAYER: Kathryn Giandoreggio: ATHLETIC WEBSITE: www. smrcc.org ATHLETICS DIRECTOR/ INTRAMURAL & CYO TRAVEL COORDINATOR: Chris Felice: smrccathletics@gmail.com ATHLETICS MODERATOR: Rev. Allan Sikorski: x 125 BAPTISM OFFICE: Bettyanne Russo: x stmatthewdixhills@gmail.com BEREAVEMENT: Kathryn M. Douglas: Including: Teens (12-17) who have lost a parent. Widows and Widowers 65 and under Widow and Widowers 65 and over BIBLE STUDY: Anthony Albano: BOY SCOUTS: Ernst Tramposch: BULLETIN: bulletin@smrcc.org BUSINESS MANAGER: Dolores Tiernan: x 113 CATHOLICS FOR FREEDOM OF RELIGION: Ann Podina: CATHOLIC MINISTRIES APPEAL: John Gatto: x 117 C.C.D. RELIGIOUS ED: Mary Donaldson, D.R.E., 864:3321 Rita Minder, Assistant: CHOIR: Lee Forsythe: x 116 Ed Oriani, Cantor for Tridentine Mass COMPASSIONATE CARE & CONSOLATION MINISTRY: Sr. Kay McCarthy: x 124 EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION: Ray Smolenski: EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS TO THE HOMEBOUND: Sr. Kay McCarthy: x 124 FEED THE POOR MINISTRY: Frank Harnos: or Julie Maddaloni: FOOD PANTRY: Sr. Kay McCarthy: x 124 HOSPITALITY: Dolores Tiernan: x 113 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Kevin Bertolini GK: K OF C SQUIRES: Sir Francis Scotti: LECTORS: Helen Campa: LEGION OF MARY: Judy Archbold: MINISTRY OF PRAISE: Rosemary Sammon: MOMMY and ME: Jessica Larsen: PARISH OUTREACH: Sr. Kay McCarthy: x 124 PILGRIM MADONNA: Rosa Nappo: or Lucia Agnone: PLANT ENGINEER: Luis Flores: PRE-CANA: Deacon Carmine DeStefano: RIGHT TO LIFE: Toni Shannon: ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY: Terry Sbashnig: PASTOR/PARISH SECRETARY: Bettyanne Russo: x stmatthewdixhills@gmail.com SONS OF ITALY: Diana Grauer: SPANISH MINISTRY: Deacon Luis Polanco: ST. VINCENT de PAUL: John Gatto: x 117 USHERS: Tom Siegler: YOUNG SENIORS MODERATOR: Fr. Sikorski: x 125

3 Collections March 10th & 11th Weekly : $16, Catholic Relief Services: $ 3, Faith Direct: $ 2, Altar Flowers In Loving Memory of Virginia & Thomas Hind Happy Birthday in Heaven Love, Great Grandsons, Anthony & Carson Mondays Miraculous Medal Novena: after the 9:00 am Mass Legion of Mary: 2:30 pm in the Blessed Mother Room Tuesdays Rosary Society: 1st Tuesday each month 7:00 pm K of C: General/Business Meeting 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month 8:00 pm Wednesdays Adult Choir Rehearsal: 7:00 pm in the Family Room Thursdays Carmelite Holy Hour: 3rd Thursday of each month 4:00 pm-5:00 pm in the Chapel Young Seniors: 9:00 am Apostleship of Prayer: 1st Thursday of each month after the 9:00 am Mass Saturdays Fatima Spiritual Formation Prayer Group: 1st Saturday of each month after the 9:00 am Mass in the Blessed Mother Room Bible Study: 9:45 am Spanish Bible Study: 1:00 pm Tridentine Mass Choir: (Latin) 4:00 pm in the Family Room Youth Ministry: 8:00 pm-10:00 pm March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 3 Business Manager Dolores Tiernan Finance Chairperson Richard Bove Trustees Deacon Carmine DeStefano And Joseph Napolitano PARISH REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE ON LINE AT New families and new parishioners are encouraged to register with the parish. Registration forms are also available at the Parish Center. INSTRUCTIONS IN THE FAITH Those adults who live in the Dix Hills area and/or those with family in the parish seeking information about becoming a Catholic or completing their Sacraments are invited to contact the Pastor. FIRST FRIDAY: Mass is at 9:00 a.m. Exposition of the Holy Eucharist takes place in the Chapel from Friday 7:00 p.m. until Saturday 8:30 a.m. and concludes with Benediction. FIRST SATURDAY: 8:15 a.m. Devotions ANOINTING OF THE SICK: The Sacrament is available EVERY SATURDAY after the 9:00 a.m. Mass. The Sacrament is available for those who are to undergo a serious medical procedure the following week or who have a serious illness and who have not been anointed within the past three months. If you wish to be anointed, please let the celebrant know before Mass. PASTORAL CARE OF THE SICK: Holy Communion will be ministered to those confined at home. Those who are seriously ill should request a priest for the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. PARISH SCHOOL: HOLY FAMILY REGIONAL: First Friday Exposition - From 7:00 pm the First Friday of the month till 8:30 am Saturday morning in the Parish Center Chapel. Private and authorized group prayer before the Blessed Sacrament in the Tabernacle is encouraged at any time during the many hours the main Church and Chapel are open. Occasions on which specific groups request Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament can only be conducted by a priest or deacon with the knowledge and approval of the Pastor.

4 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 4 A Priest Forever 40th Anniversary of the Priestly Ordination of Rev. Robert S. Hewes Ordained March 11, Parish Celebration: Sunday, June 24, 2018 Mass of Thanksgiving 12:30 PM Reception at St. Anthony s H. S. 2:30 PM 6:30 PM More information to follow. Please watch the bulletin.

5 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 5 A Note About Conversion And Reception Into The Catholic Church In recent years, this process has been under the designation of the Rite of the Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) with its various rites, stages, and ceremonies. It is a fact in this parish, the number of people actively involved in carrying out the RCIA program has diminished and the lifestyles and schedules of those inquiring about becoming Catholics has changed. This necessitates a reform in the way this program is ministered in the parish. The very first step for anyone, of whatever nature of interest in either becoming a Catholic or an already baptized adult interested in completing their Sacraments in the Catholic Church, is a phone call to either Father Sikorski or me to set up an interview, for an introduction and discussion of your interest and/or needs in this area. This will enable us to get to know you, your circumstances and to determine an appropriate length and nature of your instructions in the Catholic Faith. These can vary in depth and length, according each individual s circumstances and schedule. The priest will then be able to arrange the appropriate stages and ceremonies for the potential convert. It has always been a hallmark of conversion to the Catholic Faith that they meet, and develop a relationship with his or her pastor and parish priests. I am very grateful to Mrs. Marie Prinito and Mr. Robert Ruvio, who have borne the responsibility for this important work for many years. The work of introducing adults to the Catholic Faith or completing others initiation into the life of the Church continues and will benefit from this reform and renewal. Father Hewes

6 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 6 At St. Matthew s 2018 In the Church Monday through Saturday of Lent Daily Mass - 9:00 A.M. Tuesdays of Lent at 7:00 P.M. ~ Presented by Fr. Hewes 3/20: Eucharistic Holy Hour and Reflection People of the Stations: The Thieves 3/27: Eucharistic Holy Hour and Reflection People of the Stations: St. John Fridays of Lent at 7:00 P.M. 2/16-3/23: Stations of the Cross St. Matthew Catholic Ministry Appeal 2018 Goal: $116, Pledges: $43, Donors: 122 Many thanks for your generosity, caring and sharing. God bless, John Gatto: ex. 117 Announced for the First Time Adam Beyda & Dara Aliperti Bulletin Deadlines ~ Please note: March 18 deadline has passed. Due to Holy Week, Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday, the following bulletin deadlines have changed: Palm Sunday, March 25th deadline is Friday, March 16th. Easter Sunday, April 1st deadline is Thursday, March 22th. April 8 deadline is Monday, April 2.

7 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 7 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION The Place for Learning and Praying Our Family/Children s Mass is Sunday at 9:30AM Mary Donaldson, Director, Rita Minder, Assistant Religion Office Phone Fax maryccd@smrcc.org LOOKING AHEAD When registering a new student, 1st thru 8th grade, you must come into the Religion Office, on the second floor of the Parish Center, Monday through Thursday, between 11:00AM and 5:00PM. Please be sure to bring a copy of the child s Baptismal Certificate when you come. The fee of $ per child is due at that time. GRADE LEVEL MASSES FOR WINTER AND SUMMER PROGRAM STUDENTS Sunday, March 18, 2018, 3rd & 4th grade will attend the 9:30 Mass. Sunday, April 8, 2018, 1st & 2nd grade will attend the 9:30 Mass. It is Pray for Me Sunday. Sunday, April 15, 2018, 3rd & 4th grade will attend the 9:30 Mass. These Masses do include all the Summer Program students as well. For those students attending grade level Masses listed above, please sit in the front of the Church, try to arrive by 9:10AM and remember your tithing envelopes as they are not only used for a donation but also for taking attendance. All family members are invited to join us at these Masses. SUMMER PROGRAM The dates for Summer Program 2018 are July 29th through August 12th, from 8:30AM to 1:00PM, Monday thru Friday and the three Sunday 9:30AM Masses on 7/29, 8/5 and 8/12. Grades 4 thru 7 are eligible and the fee is $ per child. Summer Program Registration is Wednesday, March 21st at 7:00PM in the Church. SPECIAL NOTES March 29th is Holy Thursday and classes are cancelled that day. Spring Recess, Easter Week and Passover begins on April 2nd and runs thru April 6th. Classes are cancelled for the week and will reconvene on Monday April 9th. The week of April 16th will be the last week of classes for our 2017/18 Winter Program. PHOTOGRAPHS Rosemary Femia will be here on Thursday, March 22nd from 7:00-9:00PM in the breezeway with Confirmation pictures. She will be there every Thursday until the end of June.

8 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 8 March 24 & 25 Eucharistic Ministers 5:00 P.M. 7:30 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM 12:30 PM I. Lucie J. McCarthy M. Prainito E. Vincente B. Abadom C. Vogt J. Gatto C. Sposato A. Pappas R. Ruvio R. Grande P. DiGiorgio K. Zaki A. Albano F. Harnos M. Shef 5:00 P.M. 7:30 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM 12:30 PM R. Smolenski J. Campa M. C. Okonkwo E. McEvoy B. Abadom Baby Chloe Atienza Gerard Costa Joseph Costa OUR SICK Elisabeth Dorovich Susan Harnos Lisa Marie Hulsen Thomas Iuculano Christine LoFrese Lee Mannino John McIntyre Marie Pecoraro Peter Prestia Marge Puccio Eugene Quarello Alice Reilly Helen Reineking Casey Rodriquez Christopher Sabato, Sr. June Sheehan George Schnell Brian Tripp The Apostleship of Prayer is a worldwide association of Catholics and other Christians who strive to make their ordinary, everyday lives apostolically effective. Through the Apostleship of Prayer, the Pope gives his monthly prayer intentions to the entire Church. For this reason, the Apostleship came to be known as "the Pope's own prayer group." DAILY OFFERING PRAYER - God, our Father, I offer You my day. I offer You my prayers, thoughts, words, actions, joys, and sufferings in union with Your Son Jesus' Heart, Who continues to offer Himself in the Eucharist for the salvation of the world. May the Holy Spirit, who guided Jesus, be my guide and my strength today so that I may witness to Your love. MARCH Evangelization: Formation in Spiritual Discernment That the Church may appreciate the urgency of formation in spiritual discernment, both on the personal and communitarian levels. We Pray, especially for our Service Men and Women: Peter Mazzone - Marines, SSG Michael Hughes, SPC John Vautrin-Gardinier, US Army, Tyler Smith-Reynolds - U.S. Coast Guard, Lance Corporal Ryan, Matthew Ferrara - Marines, Matthew Kirchner - Army, Noah Kirchner - Air Force, Ensign Melanie Thompson - Navy, Capt. Joseph De Monte IV - Pilot - United States Air Force, Lt. Joseph Morgan, Lt. Brendan Johnston - U.S. Navy, LCPL Michael Porfidio - Marine in Afghanistan, Jeffrey Gabriellini - Air Force, Corporal Michael Grella - Navy Airman, Julien-Army-Iraq., Lt. Col. Robert Wright-Marines, Michael Wissemann, LPL San Sievero - Marines, Ambrose Michelino, Jarod Racuot - Army, Robert Scarpelli, Anthony Lazado - Marines, Richard Freese, Jr. - Navy, Rho Nagasguna - Marines, Michael Doherty - Army, Pablo Quirindongo - CW4 - Army, Cpl. Ronnie Belmarez - Marines, Lt. Commander Christopher Grande - Navy

9 WELCOME BISHOP JOHN BARRES, AUXILIARY BISHOPS, VICARS AND MEMBERS OF THE DIOCESCAN PASTORAL COUNCIL March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 9 We are very pleased and honored to warmly welcome Bishop John Barres, the Auxiliary Bishops, Vicars and members of the Diocesan Pastoral Council. Bishop John Barres will be the Celebrant at the 9 AM Mass on Saturday, April 21 st. I expect that the Auxiliary Bishops and Father Hewes will concelebrate the Mass. Although Bishop Barres has celebrated a Mass at Saint Matthew s for the Religious Education Directors in our Diocese, this is the first time that he will be celebrating a Parish Mass. We hope that many of you will be available to pray with us that morning and will be able to attend this Mass. After the Mass, the Bishop will attend a meeting here with the Diocesan Pastoral Council. Thank you and God bless you. Sister Kay McCarthy HEALTH PROFESSIONALS ARE INVITED TO RECEIVE A SPECIAL BLESSING AT THE 11 AM MASS ON SUNDAY, APRIL 22 TH We are so grateful to all Health Professionals for their great dedication and service. If you are a doctor, nurse, dentist, PA, NP, OT, PT, ST, EMT, psychologist, pharmacist, HHA, CNA, health care technician or caregiver, you are invited to receive this special blessing. Seats will be reserved in the front of the church. To make sure that there is sufficient seating, please provide the information below by April 4 th to Sr. Kay McCarthy, by phone (ext. 124) or by bringing it to the Parish Center. We look forward to seeing you. Thank you and God bless you. Name Health Profession. Phone Number.. I will attend the Mass...Yes.....No Thank you, Jack, Tina, Kay, Fran, John, Margaret, Xavier, Tony and Marcelle for all your help with the Sunday Morning Grade Mass Breakfast this school year. You all were great, from setting up to serving and finally, cleaning up. Without your participation, this fellowship time would not be possible. Thank you for always being there. Dolores Tiernan, Hospitality

10 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 10 Dear Rosarians, Our biggest fundraiser of the year is our Fashion Show on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at the Crest Hollow Country Club. Tickets are $60 and may be purchased by calling Peggy at or Mary at Please bring Chinese Auction donations to the meeting. Donation letters are available, if needed. We are also having a Journal. If you would like to place an ad or know anyone who would, please contact Louise at Thank you. Dates to Remember: March 25th ~ Easter Plant Sale April 3rd ~ Rosary Meeting April 14th ~ Bible Museum Bus Trip - Washington D.C. April 15th/16th ~ Selling Fashion Show Tickets & Lotto April 21st/22nd ~ Selling Fashion Show Tickets & Lotto April 25th ~ Fashion Show - Crest Hollow Country Club Please remember to pray the Rosary. May Our Lady always be at your side. God bless. Terry Sbashnig, President The Rosary Altar Society Spring Fashion Show Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at 6:30 pm Crest Hollow Country Club With Fashions by Vera Bradley Hors D'oeuvres, Dinner, & Dessert Tickets $60 p/p For Tickets Please contact Peggy Or Mary , we are also selling tickets after Mass Chinese Auction, 50/50,

11 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 11 Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Council 7479 Knight at the Races SATURDAY APRIL 14, 2018 MSGR. GOGGIN HALL PROCEEDS TO BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION OF NEW ELEVATOR AT ST MATTHEW CHURCH TICKETS $15 PER PERSON DINNER, 8 EXCITING RACES & 50/50 RAFFLE DOORS OPEN IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE 5 PM MASS DINNER SERVED AT 6:30 PM FIRST RACE 7:15 PM DINNER INCLUDES ASSORTED PASTAS & MEATBALLS, SALAD, BEER, WINE, SODA, COFFEE, AND DESSERT TO RESERVE TICKETS & TABLES CALL RAY FLEMING (631) KEVIN BERTOLINI (516) March 18 - Fifth Sunday of Lent In the Gospel today, Jesus says Whoever serves me must follow me, and where I am, there also will my servant be. The Father will honor whoever serves me. When we help the poor we are truly followers of Jesus, servant of the poor. As you place your gift in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul poor box, know that you are a sign of God s love to those who are suffering and you give them Easter hope and joy.

12 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 12 EASTER PLANT SALE! The Rosary Altar Society will be selling Easter Plants Saturday, March 24th and Sunday, March 25th after all Masses. Proceeds benefit the needs of the Parish. Our Lady of Mercy Academy - Principal s List Alexis Cirenza Lindsey Dean Chiamaka Okonkwo Chinwe Okonkwo Second Quarter First Honors Natalie Nickolaus Second Honors Grace Brady Adrianna Cirenza Danielle Farfan Deanna Rochler St. Matthew s Gift Shop is open Monday through Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed 12:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. for lunch Unique religious gifts, rosaries, books, fonts, statues, picture frames, wedding unity candles, vestments and so much more... The Gift Shop is located in the Parish Center, across from the Receptionist area. All Proceeds Benefit Our Parish Ministry!

13 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 13 YES ~ SENIOR NEWS REMINDERS ~ UPCOMING EVENTS March 22 ~ We will be entertained with music by Bob Serrao and his one-man band. March 29 ~ Holy Thursday ~ No Meeting. March 31 ~ Holy Saturday ~ It has become a tradition, here at St Matthew, for our children and grandchildren to bring their Easter baskets to Church on the morning of Holy Saturday to be blessed. Father Sikorski will conducts a ceremony at 10:30 am, blessing the contents of the children s baskets, as well as the food that will grace your table on Easter Sunday. Plan to attend and bring the children to celebrate the true meaning of Easter. It s a busy day, but this ceremony will take about a half hour or less. I m sure you can find the time and bring your camera. I am planning a trip to Sight and Sound in Lancaster, Pa. We have been there several times and the experience is just beautiful. I cannot find the correct adjective to describe it, but those of you who have been there before know what I mean and those who haven t, be prepared to be amazed. It is planned for June 12 or 13, depending on the best seats available. The cost is $120. per person and includes dinner at the Amish restaurant, Shady Maple, as well as all tips and taxes. We are purchasing tickets to a show and must place orders as soon as possible, in order to get the best available seats. I must have a minimum of 40 people to commit to this trip, to make this happen. Please call me at , if you have any questions and to confirm your interest. Once I am sure I have the required number of people to make this trip, I will let you know when the money is due. Do not send any money now but remember, bring a friend, as all are welcome on our trips. Remember to pray for all those who are ill and for their loving caregivers. Pray also for our country, our President, the Military and for all those who protect us. God bless America. See you in church. Pat. The language of friendship is not words, but meanings. It is an intelligence above language. Henry David Thoreau To me, dear friend, you can never be old. William Shakespeare DOMINICAN COMMERCIAL HIGH SCHOOL JAMAICA, NY April 22, Graduates are welcomed to join us in a DC Tribute. The building is being sold and we are gathering to enjoy one last day of memories and to thank the Dominican Sisters. Please cotact: cathleenquinn@optonline.net for more details, or call Kindly RSVP if you are planning on attending. Doors will be open 11am - 2pm.

14 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 14 The Diocese of Rockville Centre Golden Wedding Liturgy Honoring Couples Married Fifty Years or More Sunday, April 29, 2018 at 2:30 p.m. Church of St. Rose of Lima in Massapequa Please fill in the form below, have it signed by your pastor or someone designated by him and return to the address below. Approximately one week before the liturgy, you will be mailed a letter confirming your registration and directions. There will be reserved seating for the registered couples only. Family and friends will be seated on a first come-first served basis After the liturgy, there will be an opportunity to have a photo taken with the celebrating bishop if you wish. You will be mailed a complimentary photo and certificate approximately four to six weeks after the liturgy. Please mail completed form to: Diocese of Rockville Centre Office of Worship PO Box 9023 Rockville Centre, NY Registration must be received by April 13, For questions, please call , ext (cut here and return form below) - PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY Mr. Mrs. First Name First Name Last Name Address Town Zip Code Wedding Date Phone # mm/dd/yy Area code + Number We will attend the Golden Wedding Celebration on: Sunday, April 29 at St. Rose of Lima, Massapequa I wish to Lector Name In order to seat those who require special assistance accordingly, please let us know if you or your spouse use a: wheelchair cane walker Current Parish Town Current Pastor s Signature

15 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 15 The St. Matthew Rosary Altar Society Fashion Show at the Crest Hollow Country Club Wednesday, April 25, 2018 We anticipate over 150 guests in attendance making this our biggest fundraiser event of the year! Please help by purchasing one of the journal ads listed below. All monies collected are given to worthy and needy organizations within our parish and also for the much needed renovations of our parish church. Your contribution will earn the deep gratitude of all who will benefit from your kindness and generosity. Please make checks payable to St. Matthew Rosary Altar Society and mail by March 15 th to: Louise Benenati 130 Albany St., Deer Park, NY On behalf of our pastor, Father Robert Hewes and the members of the Rosary Altar Society, we thank you for your continued support. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call. Sincerely, Louise Benenati Journal Chairperson ( ) H ( ) C Terry Sbashnig - President Journal Ads Back Cover SOLD Inside Front Cover SOLD Inside Back Cover SOLD Middle Page Left SOLD Middle Page Right SOLD Full Page $200 ½ Page $100 ¼ Page $ 50

16 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 16 Calling Singers of All Ages St. Matthew's Music Ministry Needs You! Our Adult Choir and Children's Choir are looking for new members. If you would like to experience our Sunday Masses at a deeper and more prayerful level, this is for you! Our Adult Choir sings every Sunday at the 11:00 A.M. Mass. We rehearse Wednesday evenings from 7:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. in the Family Room. Our Children s Choir sings every Sunday at the 9:30 A.M. Mass and we meet at 8:30 A.M. before Mass in the Family Room to rehearse. Please see Lee Forsyth, Music Director, after Mass (by the organ) for more information or join us at our rehearsals. We look forward to seeing you.

17 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 17 Respect Life News Spiritual Adoption Program MONTH SIX Developing Baby Your spiritually adopted baby is developing quite beautifully now. His/her weight is approaching 2 pounds. Babies born prematurely at this time have a very good chance of surviving. The medical advances in caring for extremely small newborn infants are extraordinary indeed. Justice O Connor has remarked that the Roe vs. Wade decision is on a collision course with itself. Each passing year, we witness medical advances that allow medical professionals to save younger and younger premature infants. PREGNANT? NEED HELP? Birthright Inc. 24 HOUR HELPLINE Islip: Hampton Bays: Southold: Rocky Point: Wantagh: Focus on Religious Freedom From Catholics for Freedom of Religion Religious Liberty Eroding in Canada - A Cautionary Tale for Americans: Canada's Catholic bishops say the government's new Canada Summer Jobs grant policy "conflicts directly with the right to freedom of religion and conscience which is enshrined in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms..." This new policy requires that employers sign a form supporting abortion and transgender "rights" in order to receive student summer job grants, thus restricting the voices of faith communities in Canada and limiting their participation in the public square. "It seriously undermines the right to religious freedom since the Government of Canada is directly limiting the right of religious traditions to hold, teach and practice their principles and values in public," the bishops wrote. Non-profit groups, small businesses, and private sector employers can apply for funding for wage subsidies for students ages However, some in government did not want pro-life groups receiving any Canada Summer Jobs grants, so this year they added the new requirement that pro-life individuals and businesses cannot, in good conscience, sign. Some unfortunate consequences of this new policy will be: summer camps will be forced to close; the services of numerous non-profit organizations will be reduced; apprenticeship opportunities will be lost. "These effects, to name but a few, will be felt in Catholic dioceses and organizations as well as in many other faith communities across Canada." (lifesitenews.com, 1/11/18; cccb.ca, 1/18/18; catholic register.org, 1/11/18) "Christians must beware of a polite persecution that is cloaked in a disguise of culture, modernity, and progress." Pope Francis Worldwide Marriage Encounter "Untie him and let him go." Let the love of God free us from any fetters in our marriages by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next weekends are: April 27-29, 2018 and November 16-18, 2018 in Huntington, NY. For more information, call John & Toni Torio at or visit them at March 20, 2018

18 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 18 Holy Week Schedule 2018 Confessions Saturday March 24th: 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM Monday March 26th: 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM Good Friday March 30th: 8:15 PM to 9:00 PM (No afternoon Confessions) Holy Saturday March 31st: 11:00AM to 12:00 Noon ONLY THE SOLEMN LITURGIES OF HOLY WEEK Palm Sunday PALMS BLESSED AND DISTRIBUTED AT ALL MASSES. Saturday, March 24th 5:00 PM (Choir Mass) ~ 7:00 PM (Spanish) Sunday, March 25th 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM (Children s Choir), 11:00 AM and 12:30 PM 12:30 PM: Traditional Latin Mass in Parish Center Chapel. Holy Thursday, March 29th No morning Mass. 7:30 PM: Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper, Washing of the Feet, Procession of the Blessed Sacrament, Adoration until Midnight. Good Friday, March 30th No morning Mass. 3:00 PM: Solemn Liturgy of The Lord's Passion and Death, Veneration of the Cross, Holy Communion. 7:30 PM: Stations of the Cross. Holy Saturday, March 31st No morning Mass. 10:30 AM: Blessing of Easter Food 7:30 PM: First Mass of Easter, The Solemn Easter Vigil. Easter Sunday April 1st Masses: 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM in the church and the 12:30 PM Traditional Latin Mass in Parish Center Chapel

19 SAINT ANTHONY S HIGH SCHOOL THEATRE COMPANY PROUDLY PRESENTS: THURSDAY, MARCH 22, :00 p.m. FRIDAY, MARCH 23, :00 p.m. SATURDAY, MARCH 24, 2018 *12 p.m. AND 7 p.m. Tickets are available for $10 at the door *$5 age 12 and 12 p.m. show only Please LCordina@stanthonyshs.org with any questions St. Anthony s High School 275 Wolf Hill Road South Huntington, NY March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 19 Christ the King Roman Catholic Church 2 Indian Head Road Commack, NY Lenten Concert: Seven Last Words of Christ Sunday, March 18, :00 pm in the Church Free will donations will be accepted at the doors of the Church. Join us as we pray and reflect on the last words of Jesus on the cross using hymns and sacred songs. For more information, please call (631) or jsmaldino@ctkrcc.org.

20 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 20 St. Matthew s Church K of C #7479 Spring Blood Drive Sunday, April 8, :00 am 2:00 pm 35 North Service Road, Dix Hills Msgr. Goggin Hall Rafaello is a member of our congregation. At age 3 he was diagnosed with leukemia. He received chemotherapy along with 36 lifesaving blood transfusions. Your blood donation will help to save the lives of people like Rafaello. Eligibility Criteria: Bring DONOR CARD Or ID with signature or photo. Eat well (low fat) & drink fluids Minimum weight 110 lbs. No tattoos for past 12 months Age (16 year olds must have parental permission. Age 76 and over need doctor s note). For questions concerning medical eligibility call For more information please call: George Wolf (631)

21 March 18, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Lent 21 Please come join us in thechurch at 10:30 am on Holy Saturday as we celebrate the European tradition of Blessing the Food. Bring your baskets of colored eggs and/or food that will be shared with famiy and friends on Easter!! Start your own Easter tradition with your children!