Our Lady of Altagracia Celebra on

Transcription

1 T C S. B 51 Prospect Street, White Plains, New York January 28, 2018 R L D L C Rev. Robert J. Morris Pastor Weekend Associates: Rev. Ernie Lukaschek M.M. Rev. Michael McFarland, S.J. Rev. Msg. Peter O Donell Our Lady of Altagracia Celebra on Verónica Meléndez Rectory Office Manager Jennifer Frías Director The Little Disciple Learning Center Brenda López Coordinator of Religious Education Parish Trustees: Carlos Morinigo Judith Morinigo S M / M Saturday/Sábado 5:30 pm Sunday/Domingo 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00pm (Spanish/Español), Confessions Saturday 4:00-5:00 pm On Sunday, January 21st, Our Lady of Altagracia Devo onal Group celebrated a special Mass followed by a procession to the Cafeteria. Parishioners enjoyed delicious food and fellowship. If you would like to become a member of the group contact Esperanza Trinidad at El domingo 21 de enero, el Grupo Devocional de Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia celebró una misa especial seguida de una procesión a la cafetería. Los feligreses disfrutaron de deliciosa comida y compañerismo. Si desea ser miembro del grupo, comuníquese con Esperanza Trinidad al

2 Our Lady of Altagracia Celebra on

3 Invest just five minutes a day, and your faith will deepen and grow a day at a time. Sunday, Jan 28, 2018 FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Deliver us from every evil Even the best of us harbor within ourselves an unclean spirit or two. Unclean simply means not compatible with the holiness of God. This isn t a condition any of us can afford to be in! Consider the garden variety of dirty spirits that routinely board with us: self-absorption, unforgiveness, envy, judgment, arrogance, hardheartedness, cynicism. Identify your familiar demons, practice their counterpoint virtues, and fill your interior house with grace. TODAY'S READINGS: Deuteronomy 18:15-20; 1 Corinthians 7:32-35; Mark 1:21-28 (71). Jesus rebuked [the unclean spirit] and said, Quiet! Come out of him! Monday, Jan 29, 2018 Use your freedom well The story of Legion in Mark s gospel is quite sad. Doctors today might diagnose him with multiple personality disorder. To him, it was only apparent that he lived with his demons in torment. He caused such harm to himself and others that he couldn t live in town but was forced to stay in the cemetery, a man buried alive by his pain. Once Jesus delivered him, his natural desire was to stay with Jesus. But Jesus told him to take his freedom home with him to his family and community. Every person made whole becomes a living, breathing gospel. TODAY'S READINGS: 2 Samuel 15:13-14, 30; 16:5-13; Mark 5:1-20 (323). Jesus asked, What is your name? The man replied, My name is Legion, for we are many. Tuesday, Jan 30, 2018 Have faith How can a woman be healed from her hemorrhaging by only touching the cloak of Christ? He tells her that the sincerity of her faith had saved her. The church confirms the power of faith through its place as one of the three theological virtues, along with hope and charity. The Catechism of the Catholic Church tells us that faith is when a person freely commits his entire self to God, and by which he or she can accept everything given by God. But unlike the cardinal virtues, faith is truly not of our own accord; rather, it is a grace both from God and toward God. How often do we stop to ask for faith? TODAY'S READINGS: 2 Samuel 18:9-10, 14b, 24-25a, 30 19:3; Mark 5:21-43 (324). Jesus said to her, Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace. Wednesday, Jan 31, 2018 MEMORIAL OF JOHN BOSCO, Good is the best teacher With some notable exceptions, throughout much of history the default position for disciplining children was punishing them harshly when they were bad. One of the notable exceptions was the 19thcentury Italian priest John Bosco. As a young priest in Turin, he encountered masses of boys the industrial conditions of the city had left out in the cold. In response, he established youth clubs, hostels, and boarding schools. What was especially unique was his preventive system of dealing with the boys, which was based on reason, religion, and kindness. It appealed to their intelligence and their desire for God and the good. Saint John Bosco also founded religious orders for men and women, the Salesians, to expand and continue this work. You can try to force the bad out of a person, or you can appeal to the good in them. TODAY'S READINGS: 2 Samuel 24:2, 9-17; Mark 6:1-6 (325). Where did this man get all this? Is this not the carpenter, the son of Mary? Thursday, Feb 01, 2018 Do the math Teachers who have students work in pairs see many benefits to this strategy: The students take more responsibility for their learning; they mentor and encourage their partners and engage in creative problem-solving techniques, such as brainstorming; and they are less likely to become isolated and disillusioned. Surely Jesus was mindful of these benefits when he sent the 12 apostles out two by two to preach the Good News and when he promised his presence wherever two or more are gathered in his name. Today s lesson: Work together to multiply the good. TODAY'S READINGS: 1 Kings 2:1-4, 10-12; Mark 6:7-13 (326). He called the twelve and began to send them out two by two. Friday, Feb 02, 2018 FEAST OF THE PRESENTATION OF THE LORD You are dismissed Simeon recognizes the infant Jesus as the promised savior and calls him a light for revelation. Simeon joyfully exclaims that he is now free to go to his death in peace. His beautiful prayer, commonly called the Canticle of Simeon, is sung in monasteries and religious communities around the world as part of Night Prayer. Like Simeon, we, too, are the servants of God who, upon recognizing the light of Christ in the people we meet, may ask to be dismissed at the end of each day to go in peace freed, at least for a time, from our responsibilities and anxieties. TODAY'S READINGS: Malachi 3:1-4; Hebrews 2:14-18; Luke 2:22-40 (524). My eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples. Saturday, Feb 03, 2018 MEMORIAL OF BLAISE, BISHOP, MARTYR A full-throated blessing In the 14th century when the plague was devastating Europe, people desperate for a cure or to be spared the disease called upon the Fourteen Holy Helpers, a special group of saints whom they believed protected them from symptoms of this dreaded disease, like fevers, headaches, the deaths of animals, and in Saint Blaise s case, throat ailments. If you go to church today, chances are there will be a blessing of throats through the intercession of Blaise. While we need all the help we can get in cold and flu season, the crossed candles and the words of the blessing are more symbols of our faith in God to protect us from whatever ails us. Take advantage of this unique once-a-year custom. TODAY'S READINGS: 1 Kings 3:4-13; Mark 6:30-34 (328). As Jesus went ashore, he saw a great crowd, and he had compassion for them. Invest just five minutes a day, and your faith will deepen and grow a da

4 DISCOVERING CHRIST COME AND BE REFRESHED DISCOVERING CHRIST SUNDAYS at 1:30 PM from Feb. 18 to Apr 15 (but not on Easter Sunday) Please join us at the Church of St. Bernard for Discovering Christ. Enjoy free lunches each week, watch a brief dynamic teaching video and join in a small group discussion about the meaning of life in Jesus Christ. Discovering Christ is an eight-week series that will begin Sunday, February 18th and includes a special retreat on the mee ng dates. We invite you to watch a Discovering Christ YouTube video to learn more about the course: h p:// This course is designed to revitalize your faith or to bring your family and friends who may have fallen away from the prac ce of their faith. Discovering Christ was developed by Christ Life, a Catholic ministry in the Archdiocese of Bal more. Registra on Form: Name: Age: Phone To register, return this form in the Discovering Christ Basket in the back of the church or your contact informa on to vhiraldo01@gmail.com or drop it off at the Rectory. These mee ngs will be conducted in English. Exposi on of the Blessed Sacrament This Friday, February 2nd, is the First Friday of the Month. Please join the community at 7:00 pm for an hour of Prayer with Christ during the Exposi on of the Blessed Sacrament the Benedic on. Upcoming Parish Mee ngs Lord of the Miracles, today, Sunday, January 28th at 1:30 pm in the Community Room. Divine Infant Jesus, Sunday, February 4th at 1:30 pm in the Guadalupe Room. Divine Mercy, Sunday, February 4th at 1:30 pm in the Main Church. Virgin of Guadalupe, Monday, February 5th at 8:00pm in the Cafeteria. Spouses in Christ The Church of St. Bernard is forming a new marriage support/prayer group under the leadership of Fr. Morris, Eli and Millie Castro. Group gathering will include presenta- ons, reflec ons, prayer and fellowship opportuni es with other couples of our parish. Our first gathering will be on Sunday, February 11 at 1:30 pm in the Main Church. All Couples are welcome to a end. The mee ng will be conducted in Spanish. Sharing the Journey A Mass will be offered on Sunday, February 4th at 2:00 pm at Saint Patrick s Cathedral for Black History Month. All are welcome. For more informa on contact The Office of Black Ministry at or via at obm@archny.org. Venerable Pierre Toussaint Scholarship Fund The Pierre Toussaint Scholarship Fund (PTSF) Program was established in 1983 and administered by the Archdiocese of New York, Office of Black Ministry. PTSF has provided scholarships to gradua ng high school seniors of diverse backgrounds from public, private and parochial schools throughout the Archdiocese of New York, to assist them with the educa onal fees and expenses associated with their college studies. Students selected into the PTSF Program are chosen based on their strong academic record, ac ve par cipa on with their parish and school communi es, and their demonstra on of good character and sound leadership ability. Scholarship awards are renewable for up to 3 consecu ve years, based upon their mee ng certain academic and service requirements. PTSF also provides the scholars with ongoing mentorship and advisement: spiritually, professionally and personally. To be eligible for considera on, candidate must be an ac ve member of a Roman catholic Archdiocesan parish, be a gradua ng high school senior, show high academic achievement and submit the PTSF applica on form with the required documents. To obtain an applica on and/or for more informa on please contact the Pierre Toussaint Scholarship Fund Office at or visit the website at to download the applica on form. Applica ons are due Friday, February 16, Page 4

5 Próximas Reuniones Parroquiales DESCUBRIENDO A CRISTO VEN A RENOVARTE DESCUBRIENDO A CRISTO DOMINGOS a la 1:30 PM del 18 de febrero al 15 de abril (pero no en el Domingo de Pascua) Únase a nosotros en la Iglesia de San Bernardo para "Descubrir a Cristo". Disfrute de almuerzos gra s cada semana, vea un breve video de enseñanza dinámico y únase a un pequeño grupo de discusión sobre el significado de la vida en Jesucristo. "Descubriendo a Cristo" es una serie de ocho semanas que comenzará el domingo 18 de febrero e incluye un re ro especial en las fechas de las reuniones. Te invitamos a ver un video de YouTube de Discovering Christ para obtener más información sobre el curso: h p:// Este curso está diseñado para revitalizar su fe o para traer a su familia y amigos que se han alejado de la prác- ca de su fe. Descubriendo a Cristo fue desarrollado por Vida en Cristo, un ministerio católico en la Arquidiócesis de Bal more. Formulario de inscripción: Nombre: Edad: Teléfono " Para registrarse, deposite este formulario en la canasta Descubriendo a Cristo, que se encuentra en la parte posterior de la iglesia o envíe su información de contacto por correo electrónico a vhiraldo01@gmail.com o déjelo en la Rectoría. Estas reuniones se llevarán acabo en inglés. Exposición del San simo Sacramento El viernes 2 de febrero es el primer viernes del mes. Por favor únase a la comunidad a las 7:00 p.m. durante una hora de oración con Cristo durante la Exposición del San simo Sacramento. Señor de los Milagros, hoy, domingo, 28 de enero a la 1:30 pm en el Salón de la Comunidad. Divino Niño Jesús, domingo, 4 de febrero a la 1:30pm en el Salón de Guadalupe. Divina Misericordia, domingo, 4 de febrero a la 1:30 p.m. en la iglesia principal. Virgen de Guadalupe, lunes, 5 de febrero a las 8:00 pm en la cafetería. Cónyuges en Cristo La Iglesia de San Bernardo está formando un nuevo grupo de apoyo / oración matrimonial bajo el liderazgo del Padre Morris, Eli y Millie Castro. La reunión grupal incluirá presentaciones, reflexiones, oportunidades de oración y compañerismo con otras parejas de nuestra parroquia. Nuestra primera reunión será el domingo 11 de febrero a la 1:30 p.m. en la iglesia principal. Todas las parejas son bienvenidas. La reunión se llevará a cabo en español. Compar endo el camino Se ofrecerá una Misa el domingo 4 de febrero a las 2:00 p.m. en la Catedral de San Patricio para el Mes de la Historia Afroamericana. Todos son bienvenidos. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con la Oficina de Black Ministry al o por correo electrónico a obm@archny.org. Venerable Pierre Toussaint Fondo de Becas El Programa del Fondo de Becas Pierre Toussaint (PTSF) fue establecido en 1983 y administrado por la Arquidiócesis de Nueva York, Oficina del Ministerio Negro. PTSF ha otorgado becas a graduados de secundaria de diversos orígenes de escuelas públicas, privadas y parroquiales en toda la Arquidiócesis de Nueva York, para ayudarlos con los honorarios y gastos educa vos asociados con sus estudios universitarios. Los estudiantes seleccionados en el Programa PTSF son elegidos en base a su sólido historial académico, la par cipación ac va con sus comunidades parroquiales y escolares, y su demostración de buen carácter y buena capacidad de liderazgo. Los premios de becas son renovables por hasta 3 años consecu vos, basados en el cumplimiento de ciertos requisitos académicos y de servicio. PTSF también ofrece a los estudiantes mentores y asesoría con nua: espiritual, profesional y personalmente. Para ser elegible para la consideración, el candidato debe ser un miembro ac vo de una parroquia católica romana de la Arquidiócesis, graduarse de la escuela secundaria superior, demostrar un alto rendimiento académico y enviar el formulario de solicitud de PTSF con los documentos requeridos. Para obtener una solicitud y / o para obtener más información, comuníquese con la Oficina del Fondo de Becas Pierre Toussaint al o visite el si o web en para descargar el formulario de solicitud. Las solicitudes vencen el viernes 16 de febrero de Page 5

6 Mass Intentions for the Week Saturday, January 27, :30 Lila Esteves Sunday, January 28, :00 Mario Molinaro 10:30 Mr. & Mrs. Fiorino 12:00 Ramiro Cáceres & Isodoro Condori Monday, January 29, :00 Communion Service Tuesday, January 30, :00 Communion Service Wednesday, January 31, :00 Rodolfo E. Quiroz Thursday, February 1, :00 Jaqueline German Friday, February 2, :00 Gabriela Fernandez Saturday, February 3, :30 Marino Heraclio Sunday, February 4, :00 The Madappa Family 10:30 Viago & Agnese Iannace 12:00 Paulina Naupa & Jacinto Romaja Prayers for the Sick Please remember in your prayers those who are ill and those who serve them. Recemos por todas las personas de nuestra parroquia quienes se encuentran enfermas. Jerrie Duffy Jennie Magno a Ann Victor Last Sunday s Collec on : First Collec on 1/21/18: $3,949 Second Collec on 1/21/18: $1,559 First Collec on 1/14/18: $4,446 Second Collec on 1/14/18: $1,334 Today s Second Collec on is for Snow Plowing. Next week s second collec on will be for Maintenance. Thank you for your generous support of our parish. La segunda Colecta de hoy es para la limpieza de la nieve. La segunda colecta de la próxima semana será para el Mantenimiento. Gracias por sus generosas contribuciones a nuestra parroquia. Renew + Rebuild The St. Bernard Renew + Rebuild Campaign has raised over $739,340 in pledges. Thank you to our parishioners for your con nuous generosity! La campaña de San Bernardo de Renovar y Reconstruir ha recaudado más de $739,340 en promesas. Gracias a nuestros feligreses por su con nua generosidad! Reserving Announced Masses To request a Mass be offered for a loved one, living or deceased, please contact the Rectory Mass offering is $15. Reservando Misas Anunciadas Para solicitar una Misa para un ser querido, vivo o fallecido, por favor comuníquese con la Rectoría al El ofrecimiento para la misa es $15. Hymns in Spanish - Cán cos en Español Entrada #691 Le conocéis Ofertorio #562 Recibe, Padre Eterno Comunión #340 Señor, tú eres el pan Salida #679 Cristo te necesita

7 El Centro Hispano, Inc. 346 South Lexington Avenue Isabel Elsa Villar Boulevard White Plains, NY t f elcentrohispano1@gmail.com COMPUTER CLASSES FOR ADULTS AT EL CENTRO HISPANO El Centro Hispano will be offering a new cycle of computer classes star ng on February. The courses will last 16 weeks. Beginners ($100): Monday 6-9 pm or Tuesday 6-9 pm Intermediate ($100): Monday 6-10 pm or Wednesday 6-10 pm Advanced ($100): Friday 6-10 pm Accoun ng ($120): Saturday 8:30-11:30 am If you are interested, come to El Centro Hispano to register as soon as possible. EL CENTRO HISPANO SCHOLARSHIPS If you are interested in applying for a scholarship from El Centro Hispano, please contact the Guidance Department at White Plains High School, AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. The requirements are as follow: 1. Have a minimum grade point average of at least 3.0 and have Volunteered at El Centro Hispano MORE than 60 hours a year. 2. Write a two-page essay indica ng why he/she should be considered for this scholarship. 3. Must have financial need. 4. Be involved in extracurricular ac vi es in school and/ or the community. Special considera on will be given to those students who volunteered at El Centro Hispano or El Centro Hispano- sponsored events. 5. Be Hispanic or of Hispanic descent. 6. Be accepted at a college or university, which the student will a end in September. 7. Speak Spanish. 8. Complete the applica on on me. 9. Reside or a end a school in White Plains. 10. Graduate from high school the year of the applica- on. 11. Use the money awarded in the fall of that same year (the money cannot be put on hold for one year to another). SERVICES OF EL CENTRO HISPANO Bi-weekly updated job lis ngs Bi-weekly updated housing lis ngs CLASES DE COMPUTACION PARA ADULTOS EN EL CENTRO HISPANO El Centro Hispano comenzará un nuevo ciclo de clases de computación en febrero. Los cursos durarán 16 semanas. Principiantes ($100): lunes 6-9 pm o martes 6-9 pm Intermedio ($100): lunes 6-10 pm o miércoles 6-10 pm Avanzado ($100): viernes 6-10 pm Contabilidad ($120): sábados 8:30-11:30 am Si está interesado, en tomar estas clases pase por El Centro Hispano lo antes posible. BECAS DEL CENTRO HISPANO Si están interesados en solicitar a las becas del Centro Hispano, deben contactar la oficina de consejería de la Escuela Secundaria de White Plains, LO ANTES POSIBLE. Los requisitos para recibir las becas son los siguientes: 1. Tener un promedio académico mínimo de 3.0* y haber trabajado voluntariamente en el Centro Hispano MÁS de 60 horas al año. 2. Escribir una composición de dos páginas explicando por qué se le debe considerar para esta beca. 3. Demostrar que necesita ayuda financiera. 4. Estar involucrado en ac vidades extra-curriculares en el colegio y en la comunidad, especialmente en el Centro Hispano. Los estudiantes que son voluntarios en el Centro tendrán preferencia. 5. Ser hispano o de descendencia hispana. 6. Haber sido aceptado en una universidad a la cual asis rá en sep embre. 7. Hablar español. 8. Llenar la solicitud a empo. 9. Vivir en White Plains o estudiar en una de las escuelas privadas o públicas de esta ciudad. 10. Graduarse de la escuela secundaria este año escolar. 11. Usar el dinero para pagar la matrícula del primer semestre del año escolar que comienza en sep embre. SERVICIOS GENERALES DEL CENTRO HISPANO Listado de empleos actualizado dos veces a la semana. Listado de apartamentos, cuartos y casas disponibles en Westchester actualizado dos veces a la semana. Page 7