Our Lady of the Snow Catholic Church

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1 Our Lady of the Snow Catholic Church 175 Blue Point Avenue Blue Point, New York Telephone: Twenty Second Sunday in Ordinary Time September 1, 2013 MASS SCHEDULE WEEKLY MASSES: Monday Friday 8:30AM in Mother Church NEW WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE Saturday 5PM in Large Church Sunday 7:30AM in Mother Church 9AM, and 11:00AM in Large Church SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION) Saturday 4PM 4:30PM in Large Church PARISH OFFICE HOURS Monday Thursday 9AM-4:30PM Friday 9AM 2:30PM Saturday 9AM 2PM OFFICES CLOSED WEEKDAYS 12:30PM 1:30PM RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Monday Thursday 9:30AM-12:30PM and 1PM 4:30PM PARISH OUTREACH Office and Pantry Hours Monday Thursday 10AM-1PM Visit us online! You have approached the city of the living God (Hebrews 12:18-19, 22-24a)

2 The Pastoral Team Clergy Rev. Edward R. D Andrea, Pastor Rev. James Drew, Parish Administrator Rev. John Amoah, Priest In Residence Deacon Frank Hartmann Deacon Edward Karan Retired Clergy Rev. Diarmuid F. McGann, Pastor Emeritus Deacon Robert Gronenthal Parish Staff Mrs. Beth Rivalsi, Director of Faith Formation for Adults Mrs. Patricia Bartoldus, Director of Faith Formation, K-9 Mrs. Diana Mongan, Director of Outreach Mrs. Theresa Martin, Director of Music Parish Office: Fax: Mrs. Irene Mauro, Office Manager, ext. 11 Mrs. Lindsay Butler, Parish Asst., ext. 10 Mrs. Loraine Gonzalez, Admin. Asst., ext. 10 Hours: Monday -Thursday 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Closed from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Monday - Friday olsbp@aol.com Religious Education: Mrs. Eileen Mulry, Secretary, ext. 15 Mrs. Susan Gressler, C.R.E., ext. 14 Mrs. Charlotte Logan, C.R.E. ext. 14 Office hours: Monday Thursday 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. & 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. olsbpre@aol.com Faith Formation for Adults: Mrs. Beth Rivalsi, Director of Faith Formation for Adults olsbeth@aol.com Parish Outreach: Ms. Laura Marchetta, Parish Outreach Assistant Office hours and food pantry, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Monday - Thursday in the cottage Evening Hours Available by Appointment SACRAMENTAL INFORMATION For full information on all sacraments, sponsor requirements for Godparents/ Confirmation Sponsors, schedules and dates, please consult our website, or call the Parish Office. (631) extension 10 Marriage: Arrangements must be made at least six to twelve months in advance. It is advisable to call the church prior to arranging the reception. Baptisms: Are celebrated on the second Saturday and fourth S u n d a y o f m o s t m o n t h s. Please visit our website at com for complete information. Christian Initiation: Persons interested in becoming Catholic and adults who have not received Confirmation or First Eucharist, please contact the Rectory office. For older children who have not received sacraments, please call the Religious Education office. New parishioners: Please register at the Rectory or call , ext. 10 for information. Communion for the Homebound: To make arrangements to have Communion brought to the home, please call the Rectory at , ext. 10. For emergency sick calls, please call the Rectory at any time.

3 Prayers & Intentions Page 3 September 1, 2013 MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 2 Monday 8:30AM Gaspar Romano In Sympathy For all who have died this past week, that they rejoice in the heavenly banquet Tuesday 8:30AM Wednesday 8:30AM Thursday 8:30AM Friday 8:30AM Saturday 5:00PM Sunday 7:30AM 9:00AM 11:00AM Mary Brunquell Gaspar Romano Gaspar Romano Tony & Christine Tuozzo Margaret & Francis Dungate, Jackie Gannon, Gary DeRisi Robert Edward Wilke Parishioners Neil Esposito, Sean McKenna, Sister Mary Arline Hornidge Pray for Our Sick Mass Presiders for September 7 8 Schedule is subject to change Saturday: Sept. 7 5:00 p.m Father John Amoah Sunday: Sept. 8 7:30 a.m. Father Jim Drew 9:00 a.m. Father Jim Drew 11:00 a.m. Father John Amoah Readings for the Week Monday 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Luke 4:16-30 Tuesday 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6, 9-11; Luke 4:31-37 Wednesday Colossians 1:1-8; Luke 4:38-44 Names submitted by immediate family members only will remain on list for 4 weeks. Dawn Marie Corrigan, Raymond Saumell & Theodore Dunham We pray for all who are sick, for their healing in both body and spirit. Saints & Special Observances Thursday Colossians 1:9-14; Luke 5:1-11 Friday Colossians 1:15-20; Luke 5:33-39 Sunday: Monday: Tuesday: Friday: Saturday: Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time Labor Day St. Gregory the Great; Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year 5774) begins at sunset First Friday Blessed Virgin Mary; First Saturday Saturday Colossians 1:21-23; Luke 6:1-5 Sunday Wisdom 9:13-18b; Philemon 9-10, 12-17; Luke 14:25-33

4 A Message from the Administrator Page 4 September 1, 2013 Sunday, September 1, nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Dear Parishioners, This weekend marks the beginning of the parish s new pastoral year it is also the beginning of the new fiscal year in this diocese. As we begin this new pastoral year, I want to welcome those who have moved into the community (Blue Point and Bayport) and joined our parish. Welcome Sunday takes place on Sunday, September 8th. A warm welcome to those who have been travelling out of state and have returned from vacation. Welcome home. The parish s annual picnic takes place on Sunday, September 15, Please check page 6 for the upcoming calendar of events taking place here this fall. Labor Day Monday, September 2 traditionally marks the end of the Summer season and the return to regular family routines, such as attending school classes and working. See special prayer for workers on page 5. The Year of Faith continues to shape our thinking and activities in this parish. For more information on how you can participate in this important event inaugurated by Pope Benedict last October, see page 11. For those who are new to the parish, we have one page in this bulletin on the Year of Faith with a monthly theme and a new inspiration message each Sunday for you. Until next Sunday, may God s peace be with you. Have a restful Labor Day! Yours Sincerely, Father Jim Drew

5 September 2013 Your Faith and Forgiveness The story is told of a young French soldier who deserted Napoleon s army but who, within a few hours, was captured by his own troops. To discourage desertion, the penalty was death. The soldier s mother was Napoleon s cook, and when she served him supper she pleaded for the life of her son. While Napoleon heard her plea, he pointed out that because of the serious nature of the crime committed her son did not deserve mercy. I know he doesn t deserve mercy, the mother answered. It would not be mercy if he deserved it. Wasn t she a good theologian? That is the point about mercy: nobody deserves it. Everyone deserves justice; mercy, on the other hand, is sheer gift. Mercy shows itself in forgiveness. The act of forgiving cancels out wrongs and transgressions not because a sparkling defense has been found, but because that is the gracious response of the person who is grieved. Mercy does not suggest that the guilty are not guilty; it recognizes the wrongdoings but doesn't demand satisfaction for the wrong. When Jesus challenges his disciples to forgive others, even when they offend seven times in one day and say seven times that they re sorry, the disciples respond, Increase our faith! (Luke 17:5). We need a strong faith if we are to forgive others as readily as Christ forgives us. PRAYER Lord, for your tender mercies sake, lay not our sins to our charge, but forgive us all that is past. Grant that we may never presume upon your mercy, but live as those who have been forgiven much. Make us compassionate towards one another, and grant that we may show forth in our lives your enduring love, through Christ our Lord. Source: Your Diary for the Year of Faith Author: Dennis McBride CSsR Used with Permission of the Author 11/12/12 THE YEAR OF FAITH October 11, 2012 November 24, 2013 For those who recently joined our parish, here is how you can participate in the Year of Faith Copies of Matthew Kelly s book Rediscover Catholicism are available in the parish office. To join the study group, call Beth at On this observance of Labor Day, Monday September 2, 2013, we recognize the importance of human labor and the dignity of human beings who labor for the support of their families. We are also mindful of those who are unemployed. Here is a prayer for all workers. Blessing Of Workers Blessed are you, Lord our God, Creator of the universe and Father of humanity. We praise you for your mighty works and for the wonders of your love. Hear our prayers today and grant your blessings to all workers. Let our work contribute to the good of all members of this community and to your glory for ever and ever. Amen. - Blessings and prayers for Home and Family Forgiveness is the economy of the heart: it saves the expense of anger, the cost of hatred, and the waste of spirits. Hannah More

6 Ministry Information Page 6 September 1, 2013 Welcome Sunday! All new parishioners will receive a special blessing at the Masses on September 7 and 8. Please plan to attend one of our Masses as we welcome you to our parish. After each Mass we will have fellowship and light refreshments as we endeavor to get to know the new members of Our Lady of the Snow. Hospitality Help us welcome our new parishioners! On September 8 we would like to host a simple reception after the Masses to welcome new parishioners. If you would to host; welcome people who come to the table and refill plates and beverages, bake; after one mass, bring in a homemade goodie for the reception or shop for the drinks please call Beth at Mark Your Calendars! Check out our website In addition to the bulletin, you will find Mass times, phone numbers, and information on special events or programs offered at Our Lady of the Snow! Banns of Marriage Ryan Behan Victoria Siniscalchi Michael Walters Maura Smith Labor Day Office Closings The Rectory, Outreach and Religious Education offices will be closed on Monday, September 2nd in observance of Labor Day. There will be no Eucharistic Adoration or Bible Study on that evening. There are two very special events taking place this fall. Our Annual Parish Picnic will be held on Sunday, September 15th at 3PM. Also, our 18th Annual Golf Classic will be held on Monday, October 7th at Rock Hill Country Club. Please see the flyers in this bulletin for details on these very special parish activities! We hope you will join us! *NEW MASS SCHEDULE* Please note the changes in our weekend Mass schedule: Saturday 5:00PM Large Church Sunday 7:30AM Mother Church 9:00AM Large Church 11:00AM Large Church

7 Financial Information Page 7 September 1, 2013 Financial Matters Returns from the weekend of August Mass Att. Env Env. w/ Chks 5:00 pm 7:30 am 9:00 am 11:00 am Env. w/ Cash Loose Cks. Loose Cash Total TOTAL The Catholic University of America Second Collection The Catholic University of America, located in Washington, D.C., is the national university of the Catholic Church in the U.S. CUA offers students an excellent education in a faith-filled atmosphere that is grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition. Next weekend, September 7-8, is the National Collection for The Catholic University of America. Every dollar given directly supports financial aid for students from dioceses across the country, including our diocese. Please be generous. Living Stewardship We can hear God speaking to us today in the words of the father to his elder son: You are with me always, and everything I have is yours. What is my response to such remarkable generosity? Do I give joyfully and generously as God gives to me? Campus Ministry - Building a Community of Faith, Service and Friendship As students begin college, spirits are high. They are eager to take classes in their major, excited to invest themselves in worthy causes, and ready to take on the challenges of leadership. But as they grow in these areas, they may still experience hardships confusing new relationships, homesickness, struggles with studies and they may realize that while they packed all their favorite music and dorm items, they left their Bible and faith life at home. When this happens, the Catholic Campus Ministry of the Diocese of Rockville Centre steps in and serves over 50,000 students on Long Island; so their hearts, minds, and souls can be developed during the critical years of their formation. One Catholic Campus Minister explains, My goals as a campus minister are to continue to evangelize, to reach more students on campus, and to bring the Gospel message in a way that engages them, [so] that they can understand that while they re studying, they re on the road to Heaven. The goal in life is to become a professional in whatever capacity, but also to go to Heaven. Without Campus Ministry, there would be a huge gap in the faith lives of the college students on Long Island. When you support the Catholic Ministries Appeal, you support the faith lives of hundreds of students at secular universities across our Long Island community. Prayerfully consider supporting Catholic Campus Ministry by making a pledge today through the forms provided in church or visit to make an online donation.

8 Parish Outreach & Local Events Page 8 September 1, 2013 Parish Outreach News Our food pantry and Outreach Program are busier than ever! 99 households came to our food pantry for assistance with food in the month of July. This is a sharp increase in prior years! In July 2012 we helped 62 households In July 2011 we helped 56 households In July, we also assisted with 332 other services. These included advocacy, budgeting, clothing, transportation, health care, employment, utilities, housing, case management and information and referrals to other agencies and organizations. On Thursday, August 8th a representative from The Long Island Cares Food Bank came to our food pantry to conduct a survey for FEEDING AMERICA. Our food pantry participants were very eager to participate in this anonymous survey. They answered questions about the root causes of their need for food assistance. As we continue to meet the need of the growing number of people who come for assistance, we thank you for all your help. Your donations of food, gift cards, back to school supplies and financial support are a great source of comfort to those in need. Please continue to pray for those who are struggling in our community! Did you know that nearly 300,000 Long Islanders struggle with hunger everyday? Upcoming Events Family, Marriage and Individual Therapy provided by New York State licensed professionals is available to our parish under the direction of Dr. George Giuliani. Information and appointments can be made by calling Dr. Giuliani at or thecatholiccounselingcenter.com St. Patrick s Church, Smithtown Coffee and Conversation Fellowship group for singles, widowed, divorced or separated people in the baby boomer generation ages years old. Meets on the third Sunday of the month in the back of St. Patrick s School between 10AM 12PM. For more information, call Searching for more in your life? Then consider joining the Pastoral Formation Institute of the Diocese of Rockville Centre! 2 year process, weekly 2 hour sessions in a small group setting prepare lay Catholics to enter more fully into the life of the church. For more information, visit drvc-faith.org/pastoral Formation, or call extension 200. St. Mary, East Islip Free 8 Week Support Group For Grieving Adults Begins Wednesday, September 11 through October 30th from 7-9PM. In order to participate in this group, the death must have occurred prior to June 11, For more information and to register, please call ext. 100 Piano for St. Ursula Center, Blue Point The Ursuline sisters are seeking a donation of a piano in good working condition for their chapel. If you, or someone you know would like to donate, please contact Sandy Horan, Administrator at x th Annual Mass for Deceased Children, St. Agnes Cathedral, Rockville Centre September 14th at 2:30PM celebrated by Bishop Robert Brennan. Come early to inscribe child s name in the Book of Families. All are welcome. Light refreshments and fellowship following. For more information, call

9 OUR LADY OF THE SNOW Religious Education Office Office Hours Monday to Thursday 9:30-4:30 or by appointment Amen, I say to you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed Nothing will be impossible for you. Matt 17:20, 21 WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 1 PARENTS of 1 st Graders Children entering 1 st grade (Sept 2013) should be registered in the Religious Education Program in preparation for receiving the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Eucharist. Participation in Level 1 is the first level of the Diocesan mandated 2 year preparation program. Upcoming Events Sept. 14/15 - Catechetical Weekend All catechists will be blessed and commissioned at the weekend Masses. Mon. Sept. 16 Level 7 Parent Enrollment 7:30pm Large Church-Parents will formally enroll their Level 7 children in the Confirmation Preparation Program. Tues. Sept. 17 Catechist Meeting-7:30pm Large Church- Catechists will receive their Catechist Manual, class list and any information regarding classes. A representative from our publisher (OSV) will be presenting information on the new Alive In Christ website. Level 9 Confirmation-Families of Level 9 Confirmation Candidates please call and make an appointment for your child s Confirmation Readiness Interview. NEW CATECHISTS VIRTUS Training All new catechists are required to attend a Virtus Training session for the Protection of Children. Please register online at DRVC.org. Click on VIRTUS online training and follow instructions. CATECHISTS NEEDED Level 2 for a Wed.4:30 class Level 4-6 for Tues. or Wed classes at 4:30pm or 6pm Level 7 & 8 Monday evenings at 6pm or 7:30pm ***Level 5 has 13 students on a waiting list*** Level 6 has 26 students on a waiting list Level 7 has 8 students on a waiting list Classes have 8 students each IS GOD CALLING YOU?

10 Page 10 September 1, 2013 WHAT S YOUR CATHOLIC IQ? A Self-Assessment for Your Fun and Enlightenment! (Permission granted by Joe Paprocki, D.Min., and Catechist Magazine) This educational self-assessment is a fun way to help you see how much you know about your Catholic faith. Answers can be found on the bottom of this page. 1. Through which Sacrament does Jesus continue to forgive our sins? (a) Confirmation; (b) Holy Orders; (c) Matrimony; (d) Penance and Reconciliation 2. Catholics believe that when we die, we. (a) are reincarnated; (b) become dirt and that s it; (c) are judged; (d) go to heaven because we are Catholic 3. Before attending Mass, Catholics should fast for to prepare to receive Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. (a) 24 hours; (b) 1 hour; (c) 40 days and 40 nights; (d) the walk through the parking lot 4. The saint known as the Little Flower is. (a) St. Therese of Lísìeux; (b) St. Teresa of Ávila; (c) St. Rose of Lima; (d) Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION The readings today center on mindfulness, awareness of where we stand in God s plan. The mountain of Sinai carries a message of the majesty and distance of God, while Jesus presence as host of the banquet speaks of intimacy and mystery. September s shadow calls us all to mindfulness as we prepare to return to life outside of summer. The Christian life holds these two places of knowledge of God in careful balance. Even in the accounts of the Passion we see the table of the upper room in balance with the Mount of Olives. Altar means high place, yet it is also a table. The former liturgy of the Latin Rite began with the priest bowing at the foot of the altar s three steps, chanting Introibo ad altare Dei, or I will go to the altar of God, followed by the altar servers response, The God who gives joy to my youth. Many parishioners can recall and recite this scene by heart. As with so many things in liturgy, there are layers of meaning in our worship. The altar table evokes memories of the high places once reserved for encounter with the holy, and the intimacy of the table where hospitality draws us to share food and drink. James Field, Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. 5. The New Testament replaced the Old Testament. True False Catholic IQ Answers: 1. d; 2. c; 3. b; 4. a; 5. False

11 In celebration of the Year of Faith, the Diocese of Rockville Centre offers this Pilgrimage to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception Washington, D.C. Please save the date and join us, together with faithful from all across our diocese, on Saturday, September 28, 2013 for a day-long experience filled with opportunities for prayer, reflection, reconciliation and fellowship. Schedule for the Day: 6AM bus departure at the St. Lawrence parking lot, 11:30AM Basilica arrival, 12PM Angelus, 12:10PM Welcome and Presentation, 12:45 Lunch, Adoration, Confessions, tours, gift shop, 3:30PM Rosary, 4:00PM Mass, 5:30PM Departure. A $15 minimum donation per person payable at the Parish office is required to reserve your seat. Bus space is limited to 25 seats, first come first served. Please contact the Parish Office for questions, phone # ext. 10

12 Our Lady of the Snow Annual Parish Picnic Sunday, September 15th, 2013, 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Large Church parking lot (Rain date: September 22, 2013) Please join us as we come together as a parish com- munity to celebrate the end of summer! Tickets are $20.00/Family or $7.00/Singles Available for purchase after all weekend Masses and during the week at the Parish Office. 50/50 Raffle! Enter our Best Side Dish and Best Dessert Contest! Admission includes: Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Cold Drinks, Ice Cream, salads, and Music! You may bring a dessert or side dish to share or to enter in the contest! Anyone interested in helping on the day of the picnic, please call Lindsay or Irene at the Parish Office , extension 10. Please note: This is a great event for Confirmation candidates looking to get a jump start on their service hours! ALL ARE WELCOME!

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15 You have approached Mount Zion and the city of the living God. - Hebrews 12:22a