THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT March 8, 2015 My eyes are always on the Lord!

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1 A community of Faith hope and love THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT March 8, 2015 My eyes are always on the Lord!

2 Phone/ Fax Website: PASTORAL TEAM Father Ralph Sommer, Pastor ext. 130 Father Joe Nohs, Associate Pastor ext. 128 Deacon John Blakeney Deacon James Flannery Deacon Timm Taylor Father Joy Varkey, Resident Priest ext. 124 Father Martin J. Hall, Retired Priest in Residence Sr. Margaret Sammon, O.P., Director of Religious Education Phone/ Fax The Religious Education Center is closed on Fridays. Sr. Christine Sammons, O.P., Coordinator of Parish Social Ministry Ms. Sarah Kropac, Coordinator of Youth Ministry Mrs. Mary Jane Witte, Director of Liturgical Music ext. 142 Ms. Diane Vella, Pastoral Associate ext. 143 Mrs. Rose Marie Rotondo, Sacristan Mr. Len Lanzi, Facilities Manager ext. 120 Mr. Dimas Carbajal, Head of Maintenance ext. 126 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 well. S T. BERNARD S CATHOLIC CHURCH Bulletin Deadline: Friday, 5:00 pm, nine days prior to publication. You may us at Bulletin@StBernardChurch.org or leave a printed copy in the inbox on the bulletin desk in the Parish Office. Thank you for your cooperation! 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. 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 (Youth Mass) 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 4 & 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@stbernardchurch.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: Usher Coordinator: John Lyons (516) or Jlyons8234@gmail.com

3 On the Road E mail Father Ralph: shepherd@stbernardchurch.org Thanks for Giving Thank you to all who came to St. Bernard's Winter Blood Drive. We provided 89 total units of blood. Lives were saved and enriched because of your life-giving act. NCAA Men s Bracket Challenge Lots of parishioners are using our online electronic giving service (Faith Direct) to make their contributions. Faith Direct has a contest in which parishes can win cash if your NCAA bracket finishes in the top three. It costs nothing to enter. To see how this works go to: bracketchallenge The challenge begins on March 15th but you can pre-register. Our parish code is: NY272 And if you don t use Faith Direct to make your regular contributions to support our parish, why not consider doing this now? It makes giving modern, convenient, easy and secure. This weekend you ll encounter my friend Father Frank Desiano who is leading our Lenten Mission this year. I ve known Father Frank since I was in college and he was the vocation director for the Paulist Fathers. Despite his best efforts to entice me to join the Paulists, I opted instead to become a diocesan priest but over the years our conversations and visits have inspired and sustained me in my vocation. As I write this on Wednesday, Father Frank, who currently lives in Washington DC, is in Camden, NJ and headed for Detroit tonight, followed by a stop off in Philadelphia before he comes to spend four days with us. St. Paul travelled a lot and Father Frank, as a Paulist Father, has picked up St. Paul s habits in spreading the Good News of Jesus as he invites people to become disciples of Jesus. It might be tempting to stay warm at home during the Lent Mission which runs each night Sunday through Wednesday at 7:30pm so I asked Father Frank to give a few reasons why you might avoid that temptation and instead come to church -- and bring someone with you. Here s what he said: 1. You said you d do something for Lent, right? 2. A New York City preacher always tells it straight. (Note: Fr Frank is originally from NYC.) 3. Some of the stories will have you rolling in the pews. 4. We have to renew our experience of parish and community. 5. We have to renew our experience of Jesus... and being his disciple So I hope you ll come on over for some thought-provoking, inspirational evenings -- if you can t come each night, come to which ever evenings you can attend. As we consider the contemporary challenges of living in Levittown, we know that Jesus is the answer to the situations we face and the more of us who can walk together toward Jesus during this Mission, the easier it will be for us to make a positive difference. After all, with faith, hope and love, the people of St. Bernard s parish family are on a mission to live and share the Gospel of Jesus in the Levittown community and beyond. Let s figure out how to do this together. 3

4 Parish News Today is Girl Scout Sunday. The following Girl Scouts received awards at the 9:00 am Mass: Abigail Gregory, Ava Pinto, and Julia Soto received the Jesus Loves Me Award. Stephanie Tiemer, Isabella Montanino, Alyssa Martz, Sophia Azevedo, and Jessica Bowe received The Family of God Award. The following Girl Scout was recognized for the award she will receive at the Annual Convocation at St. Agnes Cathedral in May: Samantha D'Henin will receive the Regina Coeli Award. We would like to thank the Holy Innocents Knights of Columbus for their generous donation which paid for the Girl Scout Sunday patches which were given to all Girl Scouts in attendance at the 9:00 Mass. Books for next year s Religious Awards will be available to purchase on Girl Scout Sunday. It is not too early to think about Religious Awards for next year. If you have any questions, please call Ann Tear Gifts of treasure Sunday collections March 1, 2015 March 2, 2014 $ 17, $ 14, envelopes 607 envelopes Faith Direct $ 2, $ 1, Total Collection $ 19, $ 16, Capital Campaign Goal: $1,000, Pledged: $1,199, Collected to date: $ 898,888 Please continue to fulfill your pledge commitment so that all of the planned projects can be accomplished. Thank you for your continued generosity. SOUP AND BREAD SUPPER Have you enrolled yet? Code = NY272 Parish calendar (Subject to change) Wednesday, March 11 6:00 pm see page 11 the Gifts of bread and wine for the weekend of March 7 th & March 8 th have been requested in loving memory of Anthony Delponte by Wicelinksi Family Monday, March 9 After 8:00 am Mass Miraculous Medal Novena, Church 7:30 pm Parish Mission, Church Tuesday, March 10 10:00 am Our Lady of Consolation, Parish Center 1:30 pm Zumba Gold, Parish Center 6:15 pm Children s Choir Practice, Parish Center 7:00 pm Spanish Rosary, Prayer Room 7:00 pm Boy Scouts, Cafeteria 7:30 pm Adult Choir Practice, Church 7:30 pm Parish Mission, Church 8:00 pm AA Meeting, School room 207 Wednesday, March 11 1:00 pm Religious Freedom, Parish Center 6:00 pm CDA Soup and Bread, Gym 7:30 pm Parish Mission, Church 8:00 pm Prayer Group, Parish Center Thursday, March 12 10:00 am Shawl Ministry, Parish Center 4

5 mass intentions This listing may not reflect recent changes or additions. Monday, March 9 8:00 am Tschinkel/Waters Family Tuesday, March 10 8:00 am Charles Wolff Wednesday, March 11 8:00 am Mary Helen Leggio Thursday, March 12 8:00 am Paul Daly Friday, March 13 8:00 am Angelo Pomponio Saturday, March 14 8:00 am Joseph McNulty, Mary Garwacki, Robert & Delores Clare 5:00 pm Terry Flannigan Sunday, March 15 7:30 am For All Parishioners 9:00 am Lynn Gagnon and Family 10:30 am Bryan M. Gleason, Marilyn Mahoney, Anthony DeLucia, Frank Oftring (Birthday Remembrance) Noon Ronald French 5:30 pm Joan Murphy Parish calendar (Subject to change) 2:15 pm St. Vincent Meeting, Clairvaux House 6:30 pm Most Holy Trinity Novena, Prayer Room 7:30 pm CDA Meeting, Parish Center Friday, March 13 7:00 pm Girl Scout Troop 3567, Parish Center Saturday, March 14 9:00 am Awakening Faith, YM Room 9:00 am Religious Article Sale, Parish Center 10:00 am Special Education, Parish Center 11:00 am Women s AA Meeting, Cafeteria Sunday, March 15 9:00 am RCIA, Parish Center 10:30 am Grade 7 Sponsor/Candidate Meeting, Cafeteria 12:00 Noon Grade 7 Sponsor/Candidate Mass 4:30 pm Youth Ministry Meeting, YM Room 7:00 pm Men s Fellowship Meeting, Prayer Room 8:00 pm AA Meeting, Cafeteria sacraments BANNS OF MARRIAGE Third Time Jaclyn Kosinski, St. Bernard Parish, Levittown Erich Karger, St. Barnabas Parish, Bellmore for the sick of our parish All names will remain on the list for 4 weeks after you call in. After that time we ask, if necessary, to call again. Thank you for cooperating and God bless all. Theresa Aranello Ernestino Cordenas Elizabeth Fabietti Vicki Jacona Laureen Quinn-Sturge Liberty Tabag Frederick Russo Rosalie Travers Please pray for all those on our Long-term Sick List Baby Mason Francis Combs Susan Arena Arlene Barsch Helen Clarke Rosemary Clark Roberta Curran Juanita Dones Jim Finlan Kathleen Flaherty Colleen Grasing Mike Hach Patricia Hafner Carolyn Hakim Suzanne Hanna Annette Hannon Donna Hare Frances Haskell Dr. John Hickey Judy Hupfer Gervas Ignacio Jerome W. Kalkhof Frances H. King Eileen Klein Robert Lane Tia Mabanta Andrew Mahoney William McDonagh Mary McLean Gerard McManus Mary Messina Irmgard Montanino Kerri Orlando Johnny Perdue Rosina Perri Raymond Pfiefer Catherine Pipinou Joan Rampolla Fred Rappa Deanne Reilly Christopher Rotondo John Rotondo, Jr. Federico Rueda Terri Saccente Eve Saint Thomas Saint Terry Sherwood Joseph Smithwick, Sr. Norma Steiger Marina Suazo David Testa Donna Vollaro Theresa Votta Pat Welisher Pray for our beloved deceased and those who mourn for them Ana Acuna Bertalia Guzman Ellenora Koenig (nee McCauley) Liudmilo Rivera Tommy Shields Joan Shulze 5

6 LENTEN EVENING PRAYER VÍSPERAS DE CUARESMA Wednesday March 18/ Miércoles, el 18 de Marzo 7:30 p.m. Mr. John Gonzalez Preacher/Predicador John is the Parish Social Ministry Developer at Catholic Charities who is responsible for promoting advocacy, public policy analysis and educating on Catholic social teaching. For over 10 years John has coordinated and promoted Christian based advocacy with organizations such as the Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility, Bread for the World and as the Director of the Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation office for the Passionist Community. Currently John also teaches at Molloy College and he is in the Doctor of Ministry program at Fordham University. John is a married lay man who lives in Long Beach with his wife and two children. John Gonzalez es el Desarrollador de ministerios sociales con Caridad Católica en la diócesis de Rockville Centre. En esa capacidad John tiene la responsabilidad sobre la promoción y análisis de legislaciones políticas, la educación en la enseñanza social católica y la organización de proyectos comunitarios. Durante más de 10 años John ha coordinado y promovido ministerios de justicia social Christiana con organizaciones como el Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility, Bread for the World y como el Director de la Justicia, Paz e Integridad de la creación de los Padres Pasionista. En este momento, John también le enseña en Molloy College y está estudiando en la Universidad de Fordham para su doctorado de ministerio. John está casado y vive en Long Beach con su esposa y sus dos hijos. Are you a Catholic adult who never got around to being confirmed?? Information session Wed., April 8. 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center (Full program will run for 7 Wednesday evenings) This program is for BAPTIZED CATHOLICS who are currently attending Church, and wish to become more active confirmed members! (Please bring your Baptism Certificate if you have it.) To participate in this program, you must attend the information session, or schedule a personal interview no later than April 8: Diane Vella, or dvella@stbernardchurch.org Final Evening Prayer March 25 Feast of the Annunciation of the Lord Dr. Joann Heaney-Hunter, preacher 6

7 PARISH MISSION We can t do it alone we need one another to hike the path of discipleship! Father Frank DeSiano, CSP, was born in New York City and is currently president of Paulist Evangelization Ministries based in Washington, D.C., whose mission is to invite Catholics to deepen their commitment to following Jesus, and to share faith and discipleship with others. Father Frank is a nationally-known author, speaker, and webinar presenter, and is also the developer of AWAKENING FAITH, a discussion program that we use at St. Bernard s aimed at helping younger Catholic adults reconnect with faith. Visit us at us at parish@stbernardchurch.org Call us at Bringing faith, hope and love to the Levittown community Sunday March 8 Wednesday March 11 7:30 p.m. in the church Come and invite a friend! 7

8 Liturgy Corner THE THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT March 8, 2015 First Reading: Today s readings continue the reflections begun last Sunday. Exodus spells out the covenant law which Moses received on Mount Sinai, this episode explaining some of the reasons and significance of Moses appearance with Jesus on the Mount of Transfiguration. The covenant law sets out the road we are to follow across life s desert as we seek to grow into the holiness into which we are baptized in Christ, the new covenant. Responsorial Psalm 19: This psalm provides a glorious affirmation of the gift of the law of the Lord. It is a love song that cherishes the law of the Lord. The law of the Lord is perfect, trustworthy, right, clear, pure, and true. It is the law that forms God s people and draws them near. It is the law that defines this newly established covenant. Second Reading: We proclaim Christ crucified a stumbling block to many, but to those who are called, the wisdom of God. In Luke s account of the Transfiguration, Moses and Elijah converse with Jesus about his exodus, the passage through death to life we are preparing to celebrate and live through the Easter sacraments of Baptism and Eucharist. To celebrate, never mind participate in, a death, and such a cruel death, seems utterly senseless to anyone who has not known Christ and the power of his Cross. We walk in the light of a wisdom that would be folly without hope in the Resurrection, our ultimate goal. Gospel: On the Mount of Transfiguration, the disciples caught a glimpse of the fire that burns in the depth of the mystery of Christ. From Moses first encounter with God in the bush that burned in Horeb, God accompanied his people through the desert in a fiery cloud that eventually filled the Holy of Holies in the Jerusalem Temple. Jesus, in whom the fire still burns, claims to be the new Temple, no longer susceptible to destruction by enemies, even on the Cross, but still and forever present with God s people. Saints of the Week Monday, March 9. St. Frances of Rome. St. Frances ( ) was born in Rome to wealthy parents. Although she wanted to enter a monastery, her parents married her off to Lorenzo Ponziano, commander of the papal troops in Rome. It was a happy marriage that lasted 40 years. Her husband was often away at war, and Frances spent her time praying, visiting the poor, and caring for the sick. Eventually, her example inspired other wealthy women to do the same. Frances founded a lay congregation of Benedictine Oblates now known as Oblates of St. Frances of Rome. Sourcebook 2015 Let Jesus Lead the Way, by Joseph Sica Our parish Lenten Reader March 8 - The power of our words. Many Samaritans from that city believed in him because of the woman s testimony. John 4:39 Words can conjure up powerful emotions. They can hurt or heal, build up or tear down, discourage or inspire. Words can make us laugh or cry, bring comfort or curse. Once said, words can never be taken back. TAKEAWAY ROUTE: When was the last time you actually thought about what you say? It s time to seriously do a word-check and recreate a new language of love, positivity, gratitude, and humility. TURN-IT-OVER ROUTE: Jesus, may my words always be gentle, helping others to heal and grow. Amen. 8

9 Readings for March 8, 2015 March 15, 2015 ST PATRICK S DAY PARTY HOLY INNOCENTS COUNCIL 3581 JEFFRIES ROAD LEVITTOWN Sunday, March 8. Third Sunday Of Lent. Exodus 20:1-17 or 20:1-3, 7-8, 12-17; Psalm 19: 8-11; 1 Corinthians 1:22-25; John 2: Monday, March 9. Saint Frances of Rome, Religious. 2 Kings 5:1-15b; Psalm 42:2-3 43:3-4; Luke 4: Tuesday, March 10. Daniel 3:25, 34-43; Psalm 25:4-9; Matthew 18: Wednesday, March 11. Deuteronomy 4:1, 5-9; Psalm 147:12-13, 15-16, 19-20; Matthew 5: Thursday, March 12. Jeremiah 7:23-28; Psalm 95:1-2, 6-9; Luke 11: Friday, March 13. Hosea 14:2-10; Psalm 81:6-11, 14, 17; Mark 12: Saturday, March 14. Hosea 6:1-6; Psalm 51:3-4, 18-21; Luke 18:9-14. Sunday, March 15. Fourth Sunday of Lent. 2 Chronicles 36:14-16, 19-23; Ephesians 2:4-10; Psalm 137:1-6; John 3: For The Ride Home This feature is for families to share their thoughts as they travel to and from Church. 3rd Sunday of Lent Gospel: John 2:13 25 Want to shake the snowy wintry blues? Come and thaw out at the council while joining in Sing-alongs, jokes and dancing to celebrate one of our favorite saint s day. Come to our Party and join some great people in a fun time for all!!!!!!!! Sunday March 15,th From 2:00 pm 6:00 pm Enjoy a corned beef dinner, open bar, Irish step dancers, the Martin Flynn band, Irish coffee all for the incredibly low price of $38.00 per person! Music will have standards & some Irish songs to set the tone Don t miss out get your tickets now - available at the above council or call: Rich Hennessey at or Tom Flaherty at Holy Innocents Knights of Columbus Council 3581 In Service to One - In Service to All We are looking for men to join us in promoting the spiritual, social and charitable welfare of the Council and our Parish. Are you interested in helping those in need, serving the parish and community, and Living out Faith through Charity? All Practical Catholic Men over the age of 18 are welcome. Contact our Grand Knight for additional details: JoinKofC@gmail.com Adults: When has the message of the cross not made any sense to me? When has it? Children: Which Gospel story fills me with hope? Why? 9

10 Parish social ministry Sr. Christine Sammons, O.P., St. Vincent de Paul: Many and sincere thanks to everyone who is mindful of our low-income neighbors. We are most grateful. This week, our pantry needs include: Shelf-stable, evaporated or powdered milk Hot and cold cereal Canned meat, fish, Chef Boy-ar-dee type pasta Coffee and tea (regular, instant, decaf) Peanut butter and jelly Tomato products of all kinds Laundry and dish detergent Toiletries of all kinds Paper towels, tissues, toilet tissue, napkins As always, we are grateful! Please remember the poor boxes and to buy one, get one free! Thanks again to the Levittown Tomahawks Lacrosse team for their recent food donation. Bereavement Support Groups: A new general bereavement group will meet on Thursdays from 6:30-7:45 beginning March 19 th (through May 28 th ). Pre-registration is requested, as is a $20 fee. Call our office for a registration form if you would like to be part of this group led by Dr. Lou Sabatini and a trained facilitator. In addition, a facilitator training will begin on Thursday, March 26 th from 7:45-9:00 also led by Dr. Sabatini ($60). This seven-week training will prepare individuals to deepen their own understanding of the grief process, as well as to be able to facilitate a group in the future, if desired. Call Dr. Sabatini if interested~ Peanut Butter and Jelly Team: Our young teens made 985 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for the INN and for our pantry! This great group prepares the sandwiches as though they were going to eat them themselves with lots of tender loving care! Thanks to the youngsters and the moms who help out, and to Laura Cardinale who coordinates the effort! We are most grateful! The Earned Income Tax Credit Program: The Earned Income Credit and the Child Tax Credit may help you owe less in taxes and get cash back from the IRS. For the EITC, children must be under 19 by the end of 2014 (F/T students can be under 24); children who are permanently and totally disabled can be any age. For the CTC, children must be under 17 at the end of EITC and CTC refunds won t count as income when you apply for or renew benefits like SNAP, SSI, Medicaid, etc. You must file a federal tax return to get EITC and CTC. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program helps people fill out tax returns for free. For a nearby site, call Further information can be found at Working but Still Poor Conference: This conference is for faith, community service and labor advocates aimed at protecting families from economic injustice on Long Island; March 13 th, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Touro Law Center, Islip. ($30) The keynote speaker is Rev. Jim Wallis of Sojourners plus many interactive workshops. For further information, call our office. 10

11 2015 LENTEN SOUP AND BREAD SUPPER Wednesday, March 11 6:00 pm School Gym Hosted by: Our Guest Speaker: Steve Scarallo 11

12 Please pray for Our Servicemen and Women Michael Agunzo, Jr. Andrew Anton Patrick Ayoung, USAF Sean Ayoung, USN Eric R. Brouillet, LCpl, USMC Nicholas Catalano LCPL Steven Churchill Pvt. William Curtin Captain Christopher DarConte, USAF Sgt. Mark Dennington Captain Carey Eden Sgt. Matthew Ferrante, USMC Julianna Ferrante, USAF William Gilmartin Albert Giovanniello, USAF Frank Iadevia, USAF Major John P. Kilbride Major Thomas J. Kilbride Michael Kruszewski, US Navy Lt. Jacen Lanclos Lt. Kyle McDermott Sgt.1st Class Chris Manzililio Airman 1st Class Maritza R. Mazzara, USAF Ricardo Melendez, USMC Seaman Mike Mercado, USN Robert S. Meyers LCpl Nicholas Montalvo, USMC Pvt. William Munn, US Army P.O. Dawn M. Orlando Rob Owens, USMC Jacqueline Peterson Frank Pascale Lance Cpl. Christopher Piccolo Cpl. Michael Randazzo Sgt. Samuel Rodriquez, U.S. Army Carl M. Saviano MSgt. Matthew Schwally, USAF Sgt. Vince Senn PFC Desmond Slattery Sgt. Jonathan Soto, U.S. Army Thomas Sullivan Capt. Frank Squillace III, USAF Jonathan Taggart, USMC Call the Bulletin Desk at the Rectory to have names added or removed from this list, or to add the branch of service. Remember and pray for all the wonderful men and woman serving in our Military especially those who are away from their homes so that we can enjoy peace and freedom. God bless all of them and comfort those who have suffered sickness or injury. Catholics for Freedom of Religion "Humanity needs to weep and this is the time to weep," said Pope Francis. The Pope condemned "plotters of terrorism.." (newsmax.com, 9/13/14) Since 1970, Open Doors has been monitoring persecution of Christians worldwide through the International Institute of Religious Freedom with academics dedicated to studying the religious liberty of Christians. ( doors.org/) China: Ranked #29 out of the 100 countries where Christians face the most persecution, the communist Chinese government aims to control all religious activities. The state has declared some churches "evil cults" and has started a program to eradicate them. The Roman Catholic Church is illegal and the state is actively fighting against it. Mexico: Ranked #38 in the world facing the most persecution, Mexico's 120 million Christians (population 125 million), are victims of organized crime and the drug cartels. These violent groups target Christians because churches are revenue centers (extortions) and because churches support programs for the rehabilitation of drug addicts and alcoholics. Return of Anti-Semitism: Seventy years after the liberation of Auschwitz, violence and hatred against Jews is on the rise, especially in the Middle East and in Europe. ( 1/30/15) Attacks on Jews have been rising and many are now wondering if Europe will remain their home forever. Overall, 26,500 people immigrated to Israel in 2014, a 32% spike over ( 2/16/15; cnn.com, 2/16/15) FBI statistics on hate crimes committed in America in 2012 reveal that 60% of religious based hate crimes were against Jews. ( 11/26/13) 12

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14 Community Bulletin Board St. Ignatius Loyola Parish in Hicksville is hosting BUNKO Date: Sunday, March 8, 2015 Place: Msgr. Tarrant Hall St. Ignatius Loyola Church is at 129 Broadway (Rt. 107), Hicksville. Msgr. Tarrant Hall is in the Old School on East Nicholai Street (behind the church). The Hall is handicapped accessible. Time: Doors open at 1:30 pm the game starts promptly at 2:00 pm Cost: $10.00 per person to be paid at the door. Walkins are welcome! Cake, coffee/tea, water and snacks will be provided. Cash prize for the winner, raffles, and a 50/50. No experience necessary.bunko is a fun dice game! For reservations or questions please call Karen at Join us to roll the dice! 11 day Pilgrimage to Fatima, Lourdes, Santiago de Compostela & St. Theresa s Avila. Cost: $2,859 per person. Dates: October 30 - November 9, Hosted by: Deacon Charles & Marlene Muscarnera & Reverend James P. Mannion. For a brochure, call or CharlesMuscarnera@yahoo.com. Spirituality For Singles - Monthly Singles Gathering will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2015, 8:30PM, after the 7:30PM Mass at St. Aidan Parish, 510 Willis Ave., Williston Park, NY, This gathering will include discussion, meditation, socialization. Ages 35+; $5.00 donation - snacks, pizza and beverages will be served. Contact: Ray (516) or spiritualityforsingles@gmail.com Holy Trinity Diocesan High School TITAN PARENTS CLUB proudly presents the annual Spring Craft Fair Saturday, March 21, :00 am - 4:30 pm Food Refreshments Raffles Chinese Auction Bake Sale 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 23 through Sunday, April 26, 2015 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. They are in need of team members, kitchen help, setting up and taking down the camp, as well as drivers for the candidates. The meetings will be on Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at 7pm and Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at 7pm at St. Francis of Assisi in Greenlawn in the lower church. Please call Deacon Frank & Michele Barone at or at Micheleritabarone@gmail.com for further information. The Sign of the Cross Knights of Columbus is looking for new members. They are the only Deaf/Hearing impaired K of C Council in the World. Hearing men are also welcome. Meetings are the first and third Monday of every month in Hicksville. For more information contact John Passarella, Grand Knight at jp102046@yahoo.com or call Golden Wedding Jubilee Celebrations This spring, couples that have been married fifty years or more will be honored at liturgies on Sunday, April 19 at the Church of St. Lawrence the Martyr in Sayville and on Sunday, April 26 at the Church of Maria Regina in Seaford. Both liturgies will begin at 2:30 pm. Couples may register for ONE liturgy. Registration forms and complete instructions can be obtained at the rectory. Registration must be received by the Office of Worship by April 6 for the April 19 liturgy and by April 13 for the April 26 liturgy. There will be additional celebrations in the fall for those who may find that more convenient. If you have any questions you may call , extension 207. All profits support the Holy Trinity Student Programs & the School. Holy Trinity High School is located at the intersection of Newbridge Road (Rt. 106) and Stewart Avenue in Hicksville, NY. For more information please TitanClub@holytrinityhs.echalk.com 14

15 ALTAR SERVER SCHEDULE MARCH 2015 C=Crossbearer Remember: A=Acolyte 1. Get substitutes B= Bookbearer 2. Just 3 no-shows T=Thurifer 3. NO sneakers, NO jeans 4. ALWAYS arrive 15 minutes before your mass MASS Mar 7 & 8 Mar 14 & 15 Mar 21 & 22 Mar 28 & 29 5:00 pm Sat. C J. DALY D. AYOUNG M. FITZGERALD J. MELGAR A C. DALY A. LOUIE T. ZORN C. MCVETTY A K. GONZALEZ M. MANFREDO M. VASQUEZ T. EGAN B M. ALBRECHT K. EGAN 7:30 am Sun. C R. TORNABENE J. FARRELL M. MAHONEY M. LESHINSKY A J. MAY J. PALADINO R. WILLIAMS N. LESHINSKY A T. KNAPP G. MILAU T. KNAPP C. LESHINSKY 9:00am Sun. C M. LESHINSKY A. MCCAUGHEY Z. HIRT Z. MARTIN A N. LESHINSKY G. MCGOUGH A. LOUIE G. MCGOUGH A C. LESHINSKY K. AGUILAR B. PADDOCK T. MCMANUS B K. LESHINSKY N. BOWE K. LESHINSKY N. BOWE 10:30 am Sun. C Z. HIRT M. FITZGERALD T. BARSCH K. DEEGAN A C. MCVETTY K. GONZALEZ T. MCMANUS J. DEEGAN A F. PIETRANIELLO B. CARDENAS N. BARSCH W. VASQUEZ B M. PIETRANIELLO J. HOPKINS M. ALBRECHT I. TORRE 12 noon Sun. C J. CAHILL M. BARSCH J. MAY K. DOHERTY A E. CAHILL L. BARSCH R. MACIAS J. PALADINO A T. EGAN L. SABINO S. MACIAS J. SUMMER B K. EGAN I. TORRE J. HOPKINS E. MONTANINO 5:30 pm Sun C K. DOHERTY J. VESPA M. MANFREDO B. MAHER A D. RUSSO R. THOMPSON J. MANDI B. CARDENAS A C. SIEGEL B. PADDOCK G. MILAU K. AGUILAR HAPPY BIRTHDAY WISHES To: C. McVetty - 3/12 J.Paladino - 3/15 T. Zorn - 3/20 C. Leshinsky - 3/25 M. Pietranniello - 3/26 M. Mahoney - 3/30 15