Pastor Rev. Robert Hewes Associate Pastor Rev. Benet Uwasomba

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1 January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 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 January 27, 2019 Pastor Rev. Robert Hewes Associate Pastor Rev. Benet Uwasomba Deacons James McQuade, Carmine DeStefano and Luis Polanco Pastoral Associate Sister Kathleen McCarthy, O. P. D.R.E.: Mary Donaldson Music Director: Lee Forsythe The Salvation of Souls is the Supreme Law SCHEDULE OF MASSES SATURDAY : 4:00 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 : 3:00 p.m. 4:00 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.) Please register on-line for the Baptism and /or the Baptism Class 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 January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 2 PARISH MINISTRIES 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 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.: 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: Patricia Bissex: PASTOR/PARISH SECRETARY: Bettyanne Russo: x stmatthewdixhills@gmail.com SONS OF ITALY: Diana Grauer: SPANISH MINISTRY: Deacon Luis Polanco: ST. VINCENT de PAUL: Michael Brennan: x 118 USHERS: Tom Siegler: WEDDING MUSIC: Lee Forsythe: YOUNG SENIORS MODERATOR: Fr. Benet: x125 PARISH REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE 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 untll 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.

3 January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 3 Saturday, Jan 26 4:00 PM Living Intention of Jack Tseng Tom Tartaro, Jr. Josef Dobler Dylan Murphy Anne Pacifico Michael Panico 7:00 PM Sunday, Jan 27 7:30 AM Millie & Frank Tricamo 9:30 AM Thomas Slevin 11:00 AM Margaret & Edward Malone 12:30 PM (L) For the People of the Parish 12:30 PM Florenia Legaspi Monday, Jan 28 9:00 AM Thomas P. Moore Tuesday, Jan 29 9:00 AM Ann J. Kershis Wednesday, Jan 30 9:00 AM Marion, Otto & Alan Baur Thursday, Jan 31 9:00 AM Josephine Legefeld Friday, Feb 1 9:00 AM Lorraine Shaughnessy Saturday, Feb 2 9:00 AM Edward Fergus Mary Bauer Msgr. James McDonald Abandoned Souls In Purgatory Laura Fitzsimons William Scheppy 4:00 PM Rosalie Hagel June Sheehan Living Intention of Jack Tseng Biviana Ramirez Michael Panico Denis McNamara 7:00 PM Victor & Vicente Gonzalez Sunday, Feb 3 7:30 AM Francesco, Maria & Francesco Barna, Jr. 9:30 AM Catherine Donnelly 11:00 AM Matthew J. Ferrara 12:30 PM (L) For the People of the Parish 12:30 PM Carolyn Adams - Happy Birthday Business Manager Dolores Tiernan Finance Chairperson Richard Bove Trustees Deacon Carmine DeStefano and Joseph Napolitano Weekly Collections The totals for January 19 & 20 will be in next week s bulletin. Faith Direct: $ 2, 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 Sundays Secular Franciscan Order: Second Sunday of each month (except January & August) 1:15 pm in the Library (Room 201)

4 January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 4 in fact that you seek when you dream of happiness; he is waiting for you when nothing else you find satisfies beauty to which you are so attracted; it is he who provokes you with that thirst for fullness that will not let you settle he who "It is Jesus in fact that you seek when you dream of happiness; He is waiting for you when nothing else you find satisfies you; He is the beauty to which you are so attracted; it is He who provokes you with that thirst for fullness that will not let you settle for compromise; it is He who urges you to shed the masks of a false life; it is He who reads in your hearts your most genuine choices, the choices that others try to stifle. It is Jesus who stirs in you the desire to do something great with your lives, the will to follow an ideal, the refusal to allow ourselves to be grounded down by mediocrity, the courage to commit yourselves humbly and patiently to improving yourselves and society, making the world more human and more fraternal." St. John Paul II, August 19, 2000, World Youth Day urges you to shed the masks of a false life; it is he who reads in your hearts your most genuine choices, the choices that others try to stifle. It is Jesus who stirs in you the desire to do something great with your lives, the will to follow an ideal, the refusal to allow yourselves to be grounded down by mediocrity, the courage to commit yourselves humbly and patiently to improving yourselves and society, making the world more human and more fraternal." --St. John Paul II, August 19, 2000, World Youth Day

5 January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 5 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 REGISTRATION 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 4:00PM. 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 MASS FOR WINTER AND SUMMER PROGRAM STUDENTS Sunday, February 10, 2019, the 7th & 8th grade will attend the 9:30 Mass. The 7th and 8th grade Mass includes the Summer Program students. For those students attending their grade level Mass listed above, please sit in the front of the Church, try to arrive by 9:10AM and remember your tithing envelope as they are not only used for a donation but also for taking attendance. All family members are invited to join us at this Mass. CONFIRMATION INFO The date for Confirmation for our 8th grade students will be Tuesday, March 26, Bishop Richard Henning will be presiding and there will be two Confirmations, one at 10:00AM and one at 1:30PM. Saturday, February 9, 2019, Confirmation Retreat in Msgr. Goggin Hall A-K 10AM-12PM; L-Z 1PM-3PM. All Confirmation students must attend. Confirmation Packets are due back to the Religion office on Thursday, February 14, SPECIAL NOTES Classes are cancelled the week of February 18, 2019 for Winter Recess. They resume on Monday, February 25th. The Religion Office will be closed on Monday, February 18th, for President s Day. Religious Education Week

6 January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 6 February 2 & 3 Eucharistic Ministers 4:00 P.M. 7:30 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM 12:30 PM M. Brennan J. D Agostino J. Napolitano G. Cruz B. Abadom J. Commisso B. Hermosura C. DeStefano E. McEvoy A. Fazio A. Palumbo B. Napolitano K. Camilleri A. Sosnilo J. McQueeney G. Gurrieri J. Maccio 4:00 PM 7:30 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM 12:30 PM B. Vogt C. DeStefano N. Okokwo G. Cruz S. McPhersonberg Baby Chloe Atienza Gerard Costa Joseph Costa Elisabeth Dorovich OUR SICK Lawrence Famighetti Lisa Marie Hulsen Kay Internicola Thomas Iuculano Florence Linda John McIntyre Maureen McNamara Jay McNamee Matthew Montesano Marie Pecoraro Peter Prestia Marge Puccio Eugene Quarello Alice Reilly Helen Reineking Corinne Rivituso Casey Rodriquez Christopher Sabato, Sr. Cecelia Sanzone Charles Sanzone Grace Sanzone George Schnell Ed & Ann Smith Arthur Joseph Sonnick 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. JANUARY Young People and the Example of Mary That young people, especially in Latin America, follow the example of Mary and respond to the call of the Lord to communicate the joy of the Gospel to the world. We Pray, especially for our Service Men and Women: 2nd Lt. Christopher Felice - Marines, Christopher Motlenski - Navy, Nicholas Mazzone - U.S. Coast Guard, 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, Commander Christopher Grande - Navy

7 January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 7 About The Types of Catholic Wedding Ceremonies There are two forms of our Catholic wedding Liturgy: The Wedding or Nuptial Mass: Often referred to as a full Mass, it is the celebration of the Mass with the wedding ceremony inserted in the middle of the Liturgy. It presupposes both parties are practicing Catholics and receiving Holy Communion after a proper spiritual preparation. The Wedding Ceremony: This has all the elements of the above (music, readings, vows, etc.) but without the celebration of Mass. This form is suitable for general congregations and is of shorter duration than the above. PLEASE NOTE: Nuptial Masses are NOT celebrated on Sundays. The ONLY exception is when a visiting priest is invited by the family, approved by the Pastor and is willing to offer a Nuptial Mass on Sunday. A NOTE ABOUT WINTER WEATHER In the weeks to come, while we try to manage snow and ice removal as best as our own resources, as well as those of a professional company can provide; we simply cannot guarantee that the entirety of the parking lot and sidewalks will be dry and free of any risk under any and all circumstances in winter weather. Please use prudence and caution when the conditions are snowy or icy. It is better to stay home in bad conditions, or to come to a later Mass, rather than risk injury. Father Hewes My Dear Parishioners, Daniela Conte is a brave, adorable, 7-year-old girl who has been suffering with cancer. She hopes to make her First Holy Communion next year. Please pray for her and for her wonderful family. Her mother has written about her in the message below. There is a Gofundme account to which you can donate. I know that we can count on your generosity and prayers. Thank you and God bless you., Sr. Kay McCarthy **************************************************************************************************************** Daniela Conte is a vibrant 7-year-old girl who continues her battle with Embryonal Rhabdomyosarcoma. Embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma is a relatively common muscle and soft tissue pediatric cancer. What makes Daniela s case extremely rare is that it's in her liver. There are only a few cases of this documented and almost none of them are in children. Upon starting kindergarten, Daniela was first diagnosed at the age of 5 and started chemotherapy immediately. Sadly, the first year of chemotherapy didn't kill it all and now she has started another year of chemotherapy, coupled with radiation therapy and immunotherapy. Insurance does not cover all the medical costs. Daniela is also the oldest of 4 children. Her mother, Katia cares for Daniela full time while her father, Anthony works to support his family. Daniela began a new cycle of five different chemotherapy drugs. The first one was about two months ago. It was rough and it hospitalized her for about a month, but it looks as if the cancer is shrinking. The second round was a few weeks ago and didn't wipe her out that much. She has recovered from that last one and is headed back to the hospital soon. Surgery is still not an option because the main tumor is inoperable. Her doctors have discussed the possibility of immunotherapy. There has been much headway in this field. What is available now was not around two years ago when Daniela was first diagnosed. So they may decide to utilize two new immunotherapy drugs, if the chemo can t kill it all. Her doctors are just concerned because there is limited data about these new medications. Overall, Daniela's spirits have been high. She feels good and will possibly go to school a few days this month or next month. She had a great time for Halloween. She dressed up and trick -or -treated with a lot of her friends. We'll post another update on Daniela s Go Fund Me account once we get the results of her next scans. Thank you all again for your love and support. Sincerely, The Conte Family Donations can be sent to: Gofundme Account or to Mrs. Katia Conte, PO Box 1192, Melville, New York 11747

8 HEAP HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM SEASON January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 8 HEAP is a federally funded energy program intended to provide financial assistance to low income households to meet their immediate home energy needs. HEAP is comprised of several different benefits including the HEAP heating equipment clean and tune program which provides assistance to a HEAP eligible homeowner to have their primary heating system cleaned and tuned. The HEAP SEASON OPENED ON Nov. 13, Applications are available on line at PROJECT WARMTH Project Warmth provides one-time grants for heating and/or fuel related electricity emergencies. The program opened in December and continues until funds are exhausted. Project Warmth assists with any type of heating source (oil, gas, propane, coal, etc.) and an electric bill if needed to operate the heat source. You must apply for HEAP first before you apply for Project Warmth. ================================ ST. MATTHEW S PARISH OUTREACH On behalf of the many, many families for whom you donated presents and gifts cards this Christmas, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your great generosity and kindness made God s love very real for these families, some of whom are in dire need. In his encyclical, The Joy of the Gospel, Pope Francis tells us that each individual Christian and every community is called to be an instrument for the promotion of the poor. This demands that we be attentive to the cry of the poor and come to their aid. May God bless you for coming to their aid. At this time we need the following food: Cereal Tuna fish Coffee and Tea Canned ravioli and spaghettios Canned fruit Tomato sauce Soup Macaroni and Cheese ================================ Dear Parishioners, The sound system in our Church is very good. However, if you are hearing impaired, you may be missing out on God s Word. If so, we are trying to determine if you think it would be beneficial for you to use hearing assistive technology during Mass. If you are interested, please complete the form below and return it to me by Feb. 18 th. This information is necessary, as we will only make this investment if we know that these devices are needed and will be used. The Parish will pay the cost of installing the system. However, because of hygiene and sanitary reasons, we would ask you to purchase your own personal device ~ a head set and receiver, which costs $190. Once you purchase it, you will bring it with you every time you come to Mass. Name Address Phone Thank you and God bless you, Sr. Kay McCarthy

9 January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 9 BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP FOR YOUNG WIDOWS AND WIDOWERS AT ST. MATTHEW S Programs available three times a year for ages 65 and under, 50-59, 45 and under and for pre-teens (11-13 years of age) who lost a parent. For more information and registration, please call: Kathryn Monaco-Douglas PLEASE NOTE BULLETIN DEADLINES: Sunday, February 3 deadline is Monday, January 28. Sunday, February 10 deadline is Monday, February 4. Sunday, February 17 deadline is Monday, February 11. Please bulletin@smrcc.org January 27 - Third Sunday in Ordinary Time In this Sunday s Gospel, Jesus reads the words of scripture: The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring glad tidings to the poor. In the month of January, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was able to help families, by providing food, assistance with utilities, rent, bills, etc. Thank You! 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!

10 January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 10 Y.E.S. ~ SENIOR NEWS Meetings are held every Thursday after the 9:00 AM Mass except on luncheon dates. Please join us. All are welcome. Dates to Remember January 31 - Regular meeting February 7 - Regular meeting February 14 - Luncheon at Popei s - 12:00 PM February 21 - Regular meeting February 28 - Bingo with Rita If there is inclement weather during the winter months, please use the sense that God gave you before setting out for a meeting. Any question, please call a board member. Knights of Columbus ARCHBISHOP FULTON J. SHEEN COUNCIL No The Knights of Columbus will be selling Super Bowl boxes to support St. Jude s Children s Hospital after all Masses from January 5 th through Feb 3 rd Boxes are $25.00 each. What s a cemetery doing at St. Matthew s? This weekend you will see 100 white crosses erected in front of St. Matthew s Church. These crosses represent the Cemetery of the Innocents. Each cross represents 41 abortions performed each year in Suffolk County alone. There are more than 4000 reported abortions/year in Suffolk County; more than 93,000 reported abortions/year in New York State; and over 600,000 reported abortions/year in the U.S. Since Roe vs. Wade legalized abortion across the U.S. on January 22, 1973, the lives of 60 million unborn children have been destroyed. This display is intended to bring awareness to the number of abortions happening in our midst in Suffolk County. It is also an opportunity to bring hope and healing by highlighting resources that offer pregnancy support and post-abortive counseling such as: Life Center of LI: (631) , or Project Rachel: 1(888)456-HOPE, Please see the Respect Life table after all Sunday Masses this weekend for more information. When you pass the Cemetery of the Innocents, please say a prayer for all the babies who have died because of abortion. Pray also that those parents considering an abortion will not be deceived, but rather, will protect the dignity of the human life developing inside the womb, and that those who have had an abortion will come to seek true forgiveness and healing in the infinite mercy and love of God, our Creator and Father. "Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you; before you were born I sanctified you." Jeremiah 1:5

11 January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 11 Mommy N' Me Registration Form - Winter 2019 St. Matthew RC Church Mommy N' Me is an innovative program for children to experience Catholic traditions in a stimulating, fun, and creative atmosphere. Mommies and children join together for prayers, songs, snacks, story and circle time. Fathers and Grandparents are welcome too! Volunteers are a very important part of this program and are always needed and greatly appreciated. Your help ensures the continuation and success of the Mommy N' Me program. Classes begin the week of February 15th ~ Session Fee is $65.00 Age Group walkers to 3 years old meets Mondays 10:00-11:30 AM Please check Age Group walkers to 3 years old meets Thursdays 10:00-11:30 AM preferred day *** Classes may change based on enrollment. *** Classes meet 7 times during session. See class schedule for dates. All classes take place in the Mommy N' Me room on the first floor of the Parish Center. Register as soon as possible as space is limited! Registration is due no later than February 18th. Child's Name: Age: Birth date: Parent's Name: Address: City State Zip Phone: Cell Home EmaiI: (PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY, MOST OF OUR COMMUNICATION IS DONE THRU .) Parish Church: Have you participated before in St. Matthew's Mommy N' Me Program? Y N Allergies: I give my permission for my child to be pictured on St. Matthew's website. Y N Refund Policy : Full refund up until March 14th, after that a Credit Voucher prorated for remaining classes. No refunds or credit after March 28th. No Cash Please: Checks should be made payable to: St. Matthew RC Church Payment by Credit Card: (Check one) Amex: Visa: Master Card: Credit Card Number: Exp. Date: Security Code: Name on Credit Card: Zip Code Signature of card holder: Drop off your payment and completed registration form in the locked Mommy N' Me Suggestion Box by the entrance to the Gymnasium or mail the form to: Sr. Kay McCarthy, Mommy N' Me St. Matthew RC Church, 35 N. Service Road, Dix Hills, NY If you have any questions please call Jessica Larsen at or her at StMatthewsMNM@gmail.com or Sister Kathleen McCarthy, Moderator at x124 or to kaymccarthyop@optonline.net DO NOT WRITE IN THIS BOX Date: Received by: #Paid for: Amount Paid: $ Check# Credit Card: Other:

12 January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 12 Important Information for SNAP Recipients about your February Benefits Because of the federal shutdown, most SNAP recipients will receive their February Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits early. If you received a SNAP benefit in January and were scheduled to receive SNAP in February, your February benefits may be available on your EBT card on January 17th instead of on your scheduled February availability date. This is your entire February benefit. This is not an extra SNAP benefit for January. You will not get any more benefits in February. So, it is important that you budget and spend your February benefit with that in mind. If you completed your recertification for SNAP benefits in January and do not receive your February benefit on January 17th, this does not mean that you will not get a February benefit. Your February benefit should be available on February 1. Currently, nothing else about SNAP has changed due to the federal government shutdown. All program requirements remain in place. If you get a recertification notice and application, or a periodic report form, please complete it and return it to your Department of Social Services (DSS) promptly so you may continue to receive SNAP benefits in the future. Your requirement to report changes to your DSS has also not changed. We will continue to provide up-to-date information about how the federal shutdown may impact your SNAP benefits on the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance website at The website also includes some frequently asked questions and answers about the shutdown Focus on Religious Freedom From Catholics for Freedom of Religion "We must never adjust ourselves to religious bigotry." Martin Luther King Jr. How to Crush Religious Freedom: Anti-Catholic Bigotry: Some Senators assailed U.S. district court nominee, Brian Buescher, for his membership in the Knights of Columbus, a Catholic charitable organization, suggesting this affiliation might disqualify him for judgeship. The questions asked seemed to be a religious litmus test, since the positions under examination are held and taught by the Catholic Church itself and are not unique to the Knights of Columbus. "The sheer ignorance, not to mention injustice, in the senators' describing the K of C as 'extreme' would be baffling - if it weren't part of a pattern of bigoted thinking already sanctified by other senators... in (their) vulgar 2017 grilling of now-judge Amy Coney Barrett ("The dogma lives loudly within you, and that's a concern')," wrote Archbishop Chaput, PA. "We were extremely disappointed to see that one's commitment to Catholic principles through membership in the Knights of Columbus - a charitable organization that adheres to and promotes Catholic teachings - would be viewed as a disqualifier from public service in this day and age," said a spokesperson for the Knights. Rev. Eugene Rivers, an African-American Pentecostal minister, decried the "anti-catholic bigotry" shown by the senators. "As a leader of black Christians, I feel particularly strongly about the Knights of Columbus. For more than a century they bravely defended minorities. If Catholics like the Knights can be targeted, what should members of my Pentecostal church expect? "We share traditional views on abortion and marriage. What about Orthodox Jews, Muslims, Mormons and evangelical Christians? Even the Rev. Martin Luther King's biblical beliefs would be anathema to (these senators). "It's ugly, it's vindictive, and it damages all of us," said Archbishop Chaput about these hostile attacks on religious faith among the nation's leading legislators. (en-volve.com, 12/23/18; dailysignal.com, 1/10/19: washingtontimes.com, 12/30/18) "We must never remain silent in the face of bigotry. We must condemn those who seek to divide us." President Ronald Reagan

13 January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 13 Magnificat, Suffolk County, NY Chapter Invites You! Winter Breakfast Retreat The Love of God has been Poured Out Into Our Hearts through the Holy Spirit Romans 5:5 Saturday, February 16th, 2019 ~ 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Swan Lake Caterers, 388 River Road, Manorville, NY Barbara Cambell, is a woman with a heart on fire for the Lord. As a wife and mother of five grown children, Barbara has seen many signs and wonders in her life. Don t miss her powerful testimony at this breakfast retreat where Barbara will share how the love of God was made manifest in her life; especially in the miraculous healing of her eyes from a disease that was threatening to make her blind. As a registered nurse and family therapist for over 35 years, Barbara uses her gifts to draw people into a deeper experience of the love of God through the healing of the mind and heart. In addition to her work as a clinician at Living Waters Counseling Center in Melville, NY Barbara has been a gifted teacher in the Charismatic Renewal on Long Island for many years and holds a certificate in spiritual direction from the Archdiocese of New York under the supervision of Father Benedict Groeschel. Barbara is the author of Ella Ella Francinella - a Christian book series geared to children which was inspired by her ten grandchildren and experiences in counseling children through their fears. She also co-hosts the WGBB s radio show Jesus is On the Air spreading the gospel to the nations. Please join us! Name: Address: Phone: $30 per person ~ Mail checks payable to Magnificat : ATTN: Bernadette Gorycki 202 Crestwood Dr. Shirley, NY 11967, bgorycki@optonline.net Please do not send cash. You will receive an confirmation of payment. All checks must be received by Wed., Feb 13th. No seats will be sold at the door. The Opening Word Program ~ English as a Second Language Classes & Job Training/Readiness for adult women Held at Saint Hugh of Lincoln Parish Center, 1450 New York Avenue, Huntington Station, N.Y. Class is held Monday to Friday ~ 9:00am 2:00PM Winter Registration ~ Tuesday January 29th 9 am 11 am ~ Bring a Registration Fee of $ For more information please call Melissa Ramos at: (631) ***************************************************************** El Programa de Opening Word ~ Clases en ingles comosegunda lengua & Entrenamiento laboral / Preparación Van a tomar parte en Centro Parroquial de La Parroquia San Hugo, 1450 New York Avenue Huntington Station, N. Y. Las clases están en curso de lunes a viernes ~ 9:00AM 2:00PM Registro de invierno ~ Martes 29 de enero de 9 am 11 am ~ Cuota de inscripcion - $ Para mas informacion llame a Melissa Ramos (631)

14 January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 14 Respect Life News Spiritual Adoption Program Month Four Developing Baby Well, your baby now weighs six ounces. He/she has fingernails and eyelashes. He/she has his/her own unique fingerprints, which will remain the same until he/she dies. His/her taste buds are working. His/her sense of hearing is developing and present at 14 weeks. There are no major developments anymore. Your spiritually adopted baby is already wellformed, internally and externally. All he/she needs now is time to gain weight and grow strong. What a miracle he/she is! REGINA MATERNITY SERVICES AND PREGNANCY SUPPORT Our Community Program provides case management services and assistance to pregnant and parenting young women. Help is available in accessing medical and mental health services, educational training, and needed supplies, when available. Group counseling is offered on topics such as parenting skills, child development, nutrition, independent living skills, anger management, and more. CALL for more information. Serving Nassau and Suffolk counties. An Evening of Celtic Music February 2nd, 2019 at 7:00 PM Saint Anthony s High School Auditorium A Benefit for St. Anthony s High School Celtic Friars Pipe Band Featuring: Celtic Friar Pipe Band Iona College Pipe Band St. Anthony:s Irish Step Dancers Irish Sing-Along $20 in advance/$25 at door Tickets can be purchased by sending the form below and a check to: St. Anthony s HS Alumni, 245 Wolf Hill Rd., So. Huntington, NY Name # of Tickets Phone

15 January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 15 CATHOLIC CHARITIES EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY We are always looking for individuals to join our mission and offer Care with Dignity Life with Hope. BI-LINGUAL PROGRAM SUPERVISOR Immigration Services, Amityville, LI full time position. RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and provide day-to-day management of NYS At Risk Youth (NYSARY) as part of a month program to deliver therapeutic and social work services in communities most heavily impacted by youth at risk. Coordinate outreach with pastors and parishes for participation. REQUIREMENTS: -Master s degree in Business Administration or Human Services years project or program management experience including staff supervision. -Prior work experience with immigrant families or children a plus. -Bi-lingual/Spanish capability. -Clean, valid NYS Driver s License to travel to Nassau/Suffolk. -Ability to work flexible hours when needed. TO APPLY - resume and cover letter of interest to: jobs@catholiccharities.cc OR fax to: Please reference NYSARY Program Supervisor in the subject line of your . ********************************************************************* DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS Residential Services for Developmentally Disabled Adults Nassau, Western Suffolk & East End locations. Starting salary: $12.75/hr. (+weekend and East End differentials) FT & PT evening, awake overnight & weekend shifts available. And many flexible On Call opportunities. We are seeking individuals who have a sincere desire to use their skills to help our Developmentally Disabled Adults enhance their ability to lead self-determining lives and participate fully in the community. Essential functions include personal care, household maintenance, transporting /safeguarding residents on community outings, coaching for skills development & administering meds. Experienced and non-experienced welcome to apply. Training provided. HS diploma/ged and a clean, valid NYS Driver s License are needed to apply. To apply: Transmit resume & cover letter via or fax. Please reference DSP parish bulletin in the subject line of your fax: or jobs@catholiccharities.cc A complete list of our job opportunities can be found on our website at Catholic Charities Diocese of Rockville Centre An Equal Opportunity Employer

16 January 27, 2019 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 16 SEPTEMBER, 2020 PASSION PLAY ONCE EVERY TEN YEARS THE GERMAN TOWN OF OBERAMMERGAU PRESENTS THE PASSION PLAY. You are invited to attend a general, but no obligation, meeting to learn more about this trip. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 11, PM in the O Connell Room of St. Joseph s Church, 39 North Carll Ave, Babylon, NY. The general phone number is or you can check out the website at for directions. Or if you are interested in joining Rev. Seth Aro Doku of the Diocese of Rockville Center and Lorraine CeCanditis of St. Joseph s Church, Babylon, you can also contact Lorraine DeCanditis: Loride132@optonlione.net, (Cell and/or text) with any questions SAT EXAM Prep Course for the May 4th Exam Course will be held on the following Saturdays: March 9, 16, 23, 30 and April 6 and 13 9:00-11:30 a.m. in Marian Hall Course Fee: $ (includes textbook) To register please complete the form below And return it with a check payable to: St. Dominic High School 110 Anstice Street Oyster Bay, NY Attention: Mrs. Stutzmann Students accepted on a first-come first-served basis. For additional information please contact, Mrs. Stutzmann at (516) ext ******************************************************************************************************* (Please return this bottom portion with your prep course payment.) Name Address Phone SCHOOL PRESENTLY ATTENDING ADDRESS

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