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: July 19, 2015 Sixteen Sunday of Ordinary Time The Lord is my shepherd, there is nothing I shall want ( Psalm 23) MASS SCHEDULE WEEK DAY MASSES: Monday Friday 8:30AM in Mother Church The fruit of the spirit is WEEKEND MASSES: patient endurance, Saturday 5PM in Large Church Sunday 7:30AM in Mother Church 9AM, and 11:00AM in Large Church SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturday 4PM 4:30PM in Large Church Monday 6:15PM 7:15PM in Mother Church EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Monday 6PM 8PM in Mother Church MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA & BENEDICTION: Monday 7:30 8PM In Mother Church Visit us online! love, joy, peace, kindness, generosity, faith, mildness and chastity. --Galatians 5:22-23 St. Paul s letters, which make up about one quarter of the New Testament, are filled with gem-like passages like this. Measure yourself, our society, or the world against this standard. It s clear there are not too many people or places responding very well to the promptings of God s Holy Spirit. And, by the way, chastity doesn t mean celibacy. It means purity and fidelity to God s laws regarding sex. It is the call of the celibate, those married, the single, men, women, and people of every sexual orientation. We are all called to be chaste..

2 The Pastoral Team Clergy Rev. Edward R. D Andrea, Pastor Rev. Msgr. Charles Fink, Parish Administrator Rev. John Amoah, Associate Pastor Deacon Frank Hartmann Deacon Edward Karan Deacon Robert Gronenthal Faith Formation for Adults: Mrs. Beth Rivalsi, Director of Faith Formation for Adults olsbeth@aol.com Religious Education: Mrs. Patricia Bartoldus, Director of Faith Formation, 1-9 Mrs. Eileen Mulry, Secretary, ext. 15 Mrs. Susan Gressler, 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 Parish Outreach: Mrs. Diana Mongan, Director Mrs. Patricia Fulco, Outreach Assistant Office hours and food pantry 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Monday - Thursday in the cottage Evening Hours Available by Appointment olsoutreach@yahoo.com Director of Music Mrs. Theresa Martin Parish Office: Fax: Mrs. Lindsay Butler, Parish Asst., ext. 11 Mrs. Loraine Gonzalez,. Asst., ext. 10 Hours: Mon -Thurs 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Closed Saturday July August ourladyofthesnowbp@gmail.com Rite of Christian Initiation (R.C.I.A.) Persons interested in becoming Catholic and adults who have not received Confirmation or First Eucharist, please contact Beth Rivalsi at 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 Sunday of most months. Please visit our website at for complete information New parishioners Please register at the parish or call , ext. 10 for information. Communion for the Homebound: To make arrangements to have Communion brought to the home, please call the parish office at , ext. 10. For emergency sick calls, please call the parish at any time. Catholic Marriage for couples Married outside the Church If you have a civil marriage but now desire a Catholic sacramental marriage, call the Rectory for more information about a Convalidation.Convalidation is having a couple s marriage recognized and blessed by the Church through the Catholic Rite of Marriage Respect Life Ministry Coordinator : Jean Delaney For more information or to join please call

3 A Message from Father Charles Fink Page 3 July 19, 2015 My dear parish family, Last week I wrote about the importance of regular, preferably daily, spiritual reading, especially in a media-saturated world in which we re continually inundated with noise and images often damaging to our souls. My recommendations for spiritual reading were based what has been popular and helpful for generations of devout Catholics. In the case of The Imitation of Christ, which was written in the 14 th century, millions of readers over the course of hundreds of years have benefited from it. Neither it, nor any of the other books I recommended are intended to be read like a novel. They should be read slowly, reflectively, with time taken to mull over what one has read. This week I d like to recommend some books for those who are feeling especially ambitious and who are very serious about their spiritual journey. The first one, in my estimation, is a true contemporary masterpiece: The Fulfillment of All Desire by Ralph Martin. Martin was one of the guiding lights of the Charismatic Renewal back in the 70s and 80s. He s a married man who teaches in a Catholic Seminary in Detroit. What he does in this book is outline the stages and challenges of the spiritual journey based on the teaching of seven Doctors of the Church: Augustine, Bernard, Catherine of Siena, John of the Cross, Teresa of Avila, Francis de Sales, and Therese of Lisieux. This is a book to read, reread, and read again. Fr. Thomas Dubay, who died recently, wrote many fine books on the spiritual life. His Fire Within is as good an introduction to John of the Cross, Teresa of Avila, Carmelite, and gospel spirituality as you re likely to find. Simpler and clearer, perhaps, is his Seeking Spiritual Direction. The lists near the end of the qualities we should see in ourselves if we re on the right path are alone worth the price of the book. Very different is Fr. Benedict Groeschel s The Journey Toward God. It s an anthology of excerpts from spiritual guides from across the globe and the centuries, arranged according to major themes, each section with an illuminating introduction by Fr. Groeschel. The great Danish Protestant philosopher of the 19 th century, Soren Kierkegaard, once compared to depth of Christianity of his contemporaries to a tea bag that had been used to make a dozen or more cups of tea. Yes, he said, it s still a teabag, but no longer a very useful one, at least not for brewing tea. Yes, he said, we can call ourselves Christians, but pretty watered-down and useless ones. Kierkegaard wasn t known for his tact or diplomacy. If you want to see what real Catholicism looks like, real devotion, real love of God and neighbor, try one of these books. They may show you a world you hardly knew existed. With love and prayers, Fr. Charles Fink

4 Prayers & Intentions Page 4 July 19, 2015 MEMORIALS FOR THE WEEK Altar Bread and Wine In Memory of Catherine A. Murphy Harrison Sanctuary Candle in Mother Church In Memory of Catherine A. Murphy - Harrison MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK July 20, 2015 Saints and Special Observances also indicated Monday July 20, 8:30AM Mary Ann Fox Tuesday July 21 8:30AM Carol Antos Wednesday July 22, 8:30AM William Miskosky Thursday July 23, 8:30AM Martin Clancy Friday July 24, 8:30AM James O Callaghan Saturday July 25, 5:00PM Nicolas Caricola Richard Zinn Jr. Rev. Thomas F. Vigliotta OFM Pray for Our Sick We pray for all who are sick, for their healing in both body and spirit. JoAnn Auwaerter, Charles Edward Steele & Joan Maio In Sympathy For all who have died this past week, that they rejoice in the heavenly banquet Eileen Gentile Rectory office is closed on Saturdays in July & August The 2016 Calendar is open!!!! If you need a mass intention please come into the Rectory office during normal business hours. No phone calls please. Sunday July 26, 7:30AM Parishioners 9:00AM Joan Nolan 11:00AM Sally Lignante Lt. Col Christopher Ederle Major Meghan Ederle Capt Kyle Brown Capt. Tara Brown Gomez Capt. Thomas Gomez Lt. Jg Sean Brown 2/c Midshipman Shannon Brown Army Specialist Justin Brown E3/ACAN Connor Rooney USN Capt. Dr. Kate Desmond-Baker Wedding Banns Michael Smeja & Kellyann Lindeman Joesph Balcuk & Kate Knoepffler

5 KNOWING OUR FAITH XXVI. BAPTISM By baptism we are grafted into Christ, branches into the vine, so that Christ -life can flow into us in a kind of divine transfusion. It is by thus being grafted into Christ and sharing in His life that we become adopted children of God. He loves us before our baptism, but, strictly speaking, we cannot be called His children, no matter how much He loves us, until we share in His life and nature, just as, no matter how much I love my dog or cat, it cannot literally be called my child because it does not share the same nature with me: I am human; the dog or cat is not. Through baptism we become participants in the divine life and share in the divine nature. It is the glory of our human nature that it has this remarkable capacity to be raised up, to be divinized. In many souls the divine life that begins to flow into us at baptism seems to remain dormant because it is not tended and nurtured. In some, the souls of saints, it bears such fruit that we can almost see the light of Christ shining from them. But even in the greatest saints, what we see now is only the barest hint of what we shall one day be: Beloved, we are God s children now; what we will be has not yet been revealed. What we do know is this: when He is revealed, we will be like Him, for we will see Him as He is (1John 3:2). This transformation from mere human beings to children of God to something no eye has seen nor ear heard (1 Corinthians 2:9) begins with baptism. We speak of baptism s washing away Original Sin because by it we are incorporated into Christ, something we lacked before, the lack of which has both temporal and eternal consequences. We say that baptism makes us members of the Church because it makes us members of Christ s body. As of our baptism we live with a divine infection in our souls. Life s work is to let that infection spread, to break down our resistance to it so that it can spread more quickly and completely, until at last we can say with St. Paul, it is no longer I who live, but it is Christ who lives in me (Galatians 2:20). The paradox is that only by the spread of this Godly infection and the death of ourselves do we begin truly to live and find our truest selves, while resistance to this infection is the path to sickness and, in the end, a death from which there is no return.

6 Believing with Joy! Stewardship - A Way of Life Stewardship and Parish Life Planned Parenthood and abortion clinics, infant clothing collections, prayer and participation in Catholics for Religious Freedom. Parish life has many aspects: finances, youth programs, fundraising, social events and service. This is how parishioners share their time, talent and services to our parish: Catholic Ministries Appeal Committee encourages parishioners to support the work of the Church on Long Island by making a financial pledge. Finance Committee is a group of parishioners who are experienced in finance and business. This Committee meets quarterly to advise the Pastor in matters related to the administration of the parish. Fundraising: These volunteers plan several fundraising events each year, including the golf outing and parish dances. They obtain the donated prizes arrange dates and venues and prepare gift baskets. They are also on hand at many other parish events to sell chances and raffles. All proceeds are used to support parish programs. Social Events Committee Events in the parish that will encourage fellowship and participation are planned by this committee. They create opportunities for us to gather as a parish community in relaxed and family-friendly settings. Events include the Parish Picnic and the Chili Cook-Off. Senior Women s Social and Service Group is a group of senior women who enjoy meeting and sharing laughter and conversations while being available to help the parish as needed. CYO -The purpose of CYO (Catholic Youth Organization) Sports is to work with the young people of our parish to teach them sportsmanship and playing skills. Respect Life Ministry -The members of this ministry strive to become God s instruments of life for the parish and local community. Members work to make others aware of the sanctity of all life. Activities include monthly meetings, letter writing to politicians, witnessing at From the Diocese of Rockville Centre Statement on Ticket Availability for Holy Father s Visit to NYC from Sean P. Nolan: The news of the Holy Father s visit to the United States has been confirmed. At present, we do not have any information from the Archdiocese of New York as to ticket availability for our Diocese for the Mass in Madison Square Garden on Friday, September 25, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. Once we have that confirmed we will certainly communicate how to obtain those tickets. For more information on the visit of Pope Francis to New York, visit: STEWARDSHIP FINANCIAL REPORT For the week of July 12, 2015 Faith Direct Donations for June 2105 $8,324 Mass Attendance Envelopes $ 5:00 pm Loose $ Total :30 am :00 am :00 am Total Mary Queen of Peace, Pray for Us Join us as we pray the rosary for peace on July 20 at 4:45 in the Mother Church

7 Parish Outreach & Local Events Page 7 July 19, 2015 Parish Outreach News Catholic Ministries Appeal ***Pledges $68,689 (Over $789)*** **Payments received $ 59,635** Several families in our community are in need of school supplies. Can you help these children? We are in need of the following items: Tissues Baby wipes Glue sticks (not liquid) 3 and 5 Subject notebooks Book covers 1, 1 1/2, 2 binders Loose leaf paper and subject dividers Post its all sizes 3x5 index cards Black permanent markers Fiskar 5 inch scissors Expo dry erase markers Colored pencils 2 pocket folders plastic or paper Highlighters assorted colors Markers Gift cards to Staples, Target and Bob s would be greatly appreciated!! **PLEASE NO COMPOSITION NOTEBOOKS, RULERS OR 1 SUBJECT NOTEBOOKS.** The pantry is located in the lobby of the large church. All donations can be left outside the pantry door or at the Outreach office. Thank You for your continued support LETS GET THOSE PLEDGES IN... Once we have all our payments we will receive $14,000 back, then anything over our goal we get 80% back. Thank You For Your Support Bakers Wanted Do you like to Bake? Parish Outreach is in need of bakers for our Bereavement Cake Ministry. This ministry bakes and delivers a cake to the family of a deceased parishioner as an expression of sympathy and caring. Service to this ministry would be no more than once a month. If interested pleased call the Outreach at Have you fallen in the past year? Do you have a fear of falling? Here is an opportunity for you to build confidence, reduce falls, improve strength, improve balance and reduce your fear of falling. This workshop will be Thursdays September 17, 24 October 1,8, 15, 22, from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Located at Mastic-Moriches-Shirley Community Library, 407 William Floyd Parkway, Shirley. To register, call There is no charge for this workshop. For additional information, call Suffolk County Department of Health Services

8 OUR LADY OF THE SNOW RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE Office Hours: Mon. to Thurs. 9:30 4:30 or by appointment The ministry of Religious Education strives to bring all into a closer relationship with Jesus Week of July 19 REGISTRATION You can still drop your registration forms off at the Religious Education Office. Forms can be found on the parish website or hard copies are on the back stairs of the Religious Education Office. Children Entering 1st Grade Sept Children entering 1st grade in Sept 2015 should be registered in the Religious Education Program. Participation in Level 1 is the first level of the Diocesan mandated 2 year preparation program for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist. Registration forms should be returned to the Religious Education Office as soon as possible. Summertime Prayer For birds, bugs, and butterflies, We thank you, God. For hot dogs, hamburgers, hiking and home runs, We thank you, God. For lollipops, lemonade, lilacs, licorice, ladybugs, and love, We thank you, God. For sand, sunshine, and sprinklers, We thank you, God. For popsicles, parks, and picnics, We thank you, God. For family, friends, and fun, We thank you, God. Janet Schaeffler, OP FYI The Religious Education Office is closed for vacation. We will reopen Mon. Aug. 16 CATECHISTS Catechists are still needed. Please call or the Religious Education Office if you are interested in sharing your faith. Level 3 & 4 on Wednesdays at 4:30 to 5:30 or 6 to 7

9 Catholic Ministries Appeal AT OUR LADY OF THE SNOW IS PROUD TO PRESENT: AN INCREASE IN VOCATIONS TO THE PRIESTHOOD FATHER JEFFREY YILDIMAZ FATHER SEAN MAGALDI FATHER ALESSANDRO DA LUZ FATHER JAMES HANSEN FATHER ANDREW GARNETT With Help From The Catholic Ministries Appeal! Your pledge today will increase our Priest tomorrow! JIHM LIM STEVE MADDALONI DANIEL RIVERA Please consider what you can do to make a difference! Make your check payable to: Catholic Ministries Appeal Pledge $ Parish: Our Lady of the Snow Name: Down Payment $ Address City, State, Zip Balance $ Phone: CMA P.O Box 4000 Rockville Centre, NY

10 Page 10 July 19, 2015 WHAT S YOUR CATHOLIC IQ? OUR LADY OF THE SNOW ANNUAL PARISH PICNIC Sunday September 13, 2015 from 3:00pm-6:00pm Please join us as we come together as a parish community. All are Welcome!! Bring the young kids this year we have pony rides!!! 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, The Sacrament of Holy Orders refers to the ordination of bishops, priest, and. a) presidents b) deacons c) nuns d) cardinals 2, The Church continues Jesus healing ministry through the Sacrament of a) Baptism b) Matrimony c) Holy Communion d) the Anointing of the sick 3, The Sacraments of can be received more than once. a)penance and Reconciliation, Holy Communion, and Anointing of the Sick b) Baptism and Holy Orders c) Confirmation and Holy Communion d) Confirmation and Baptism 4, We believe that through the Sacraments, we have real encounters with. a) priests b) bishops c) god d) all the cool symbols the Church uses like oils, water, fire,etc 5, All the Sacraments have their basis in sacred Scripture, True False Answer key 1,b; 2,d; 3, a; 4, c; 5, true

11 A little humor from Father Fink Two men are out fishing on a Sunday morning. One says to the other, I guess we really should be in church. The other guy says, I coulda never gone to church this morning. My wife is in bed with the flu.