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1 Sacred Heart Church 301 Ann Street Newburgh, New York Phone: Fax: Website: Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time August 9, 2015 I am the living bread that came down from heaven. John 6:51

2 August 9, 2015 Welcome to Sacred Heart Church Page 1 CELEBRATION OF SACRAMENTS Saturday Evening: 5:00 PM Sunday:8:00AM (Italian/English) 10:00AM, 12:00PM Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM in the Chapel Saturday: 7:00 AM in the Chapel Holy Days of Obligation: Mass times will be listed in the bulletin on the Sunday prior to the holy day. Pastoral and Administrative Staff Rev. Andrew Kurzyna, Pastor Rev. Clifford Ekwueme, Parochial Vicar Peter R.C. Haight, Deacon Lawrence J. Kawula, Deacon Thomas L. Neppl, Deacon Deacon John Sadowski - Parish Business Manager Mrs. Wendy Timperio, Secretary Sacred Heart School 24 South Robinson Avenue Mrs. Lori DiMarco-Evanko, Principal Mrs. Beth DaSilva, School Secretary Sacred Heart Religious Education Program 24 South Robinson Avenue Mrs. Lynda Piper, Coordinator Trustees Mr. Robert Ruckdeschel and Mrs. Maureen Neppl Sacred Heart Convent 15 Stori Road Sr. Alba Danese, F.M.I., Pastoral Assistant Sr. Anna Sasso, F.M.I., Pastoral Assistant PARISH DEVOTIONS Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament takes place in the Chapel each Monday beginning after the 7:00 AM Mass at 7:30 am to 12:00 Noon except during the months of July and August -NO ADORATION -Novena prayers will be said after the 7:00 am Mass. Miraculous Medal Novena and Eucharistic Devotion: Monday evenings at 7:00 PM in the Chapel (except during the months of July an August when Novena prayers will be said after the 7:00 AM Mass). Rosary prayed following the 7:00 AM Mass, Monday through Saturday in the Chapel. Fatima Mass and Rosary for Peace: First Saturday at 7:00 AM in the Chapel. Stations of the Cross: (Lent Only) Fridays at 7:00 PM BULLETIN ITEMS Items you wish to place in the parish bulletin MUST be submitted, in writing, to the rectory by 4:00 PM on Mondays for the following Sunday. address is sacredheart.newburgh@verizon.net Every effort will be made to get your item in the bulletin in a timely manner and as space allows. Thank you for your cooperation. BAPTISM: Communal celebrations of Baptism take place on the first and third Sundays at 2:00 PM. To arrange a Baptism, please call the Rectory. A Baptismal Instruction Session is required before the Baptism. Because Godparents play an important role in the child s Christian life and education, Godparents must be practicing Catholics who have been confirmed, are at least 14 years of age and, if married, must be in a marriage recognized by the Catholic Church. If there is a question about the suitability of someone to be a Godparent, please call the Rectory before asking the person to be a Godparent. RECONCILIATION: The Sacrament of Penance takes place on Saturdays and on the day before First Fridays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. At other times, the person should make the request directly to a priest. MARRIAGE: Engaged couples should contact the Rectory at least six months in advance. Diocesan regulations require a marriage preparation program for all couples. MINISTRY TO THE SICK AND HOMEBOUND: If a parishioner is in the hospital or homebound, please contact the Rectory. Arrangements can be made for the person to receive the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. Also, Holy Communion can be brought to our homebound parishioners. Please remember Sacred Heart Church and Sacred Heart School in your Estate Planning. SILENCE IS GOLDEN and APPRECIATED Our Eucharistic Community invite you to be FULLY PRESENT during our Mass, we ask that you kindly turn off all electronic devices. Thank you for your cooperation. PARISHIONER REGISTRATION Parishioner registration is important to the parish as well as the parishioner. All parishioners are encouraged to register. Once you have registered and continue to participate by attending Mass and receiving the Eucharist regularly; you will find it helpful for the enrollment of children in the Religious Education Program, and obtain the necessary documents to become a Godparent or a sponsor for Confirmation. If you are not already registered, please call the Rectory Office at to make an appointment to come in and register. Hours for registration are: MONDAY thru THURSDAY 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

3 August 9, 2015 Page 2 TEMPORARY SUSPENSION MONDAY, AUGUST 10 7:00 Josephine Casullo TUESDAY, AUGUST 11 7:00 Margaret Donahue WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12 7:00 Parishioners of Sacred Heart Church THURSDAY, AUGUST 13 7:00 Joseph DeFeo FRIDAY, AUGUST 14 7:00 Carlo & Domenica Oncia and Anges Bacon SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 THE ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY (Not a Holy Day of Obligation this year) 7:00 Deceased members of the Walsh and Nunnari families 5:00 1.Frank Gironda 2.Jean Petrillo 3.Maria Moore SUNDAY, AUGUST 16 8:00 Dominick and Mary Roscino 10:00 Phil and Marie Totonelly 12:00 Kristi Babcock (anv) Third Time: Matthew Wagner and Nicole Gizzarelli Leandro Herrera and Cecilia Romero First Time: Pedro Quilez & Valentina Parrino We have received a directive from the Archdiocese; effective immediately, we will not take any more Mass intentions for Scheduled Masses (announced intentions) after September 1, At present we will only give Scheduled Mass Intentions if there is availability left in the month of August only. Intentions that are already in the book will remain as is for the time being. If you have a request for a Mass we can offer the UNANNOUNCED MASS intentions and a Mass card will still be issued. This suspension will remain in effect until we receive word from the Archdiocese of New York as to the number of Masses that will be celebrated in Sacred Heart Church. As you know, Making All Things New is still in progress and your patience and understanding will be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Fr. Andy UPCOMING EVENT Please see the bulletin for more information as the event date approaches Aug 16 Meet & Greet after 8, 10, 12 Masses Sep 13 Meet & Greet after 8, 10, 12 Masses Sep Sisters of Charity, Propagation of the Faith Sep Pope Francis visits the United States Sep 28 Sacred Heart School Golf Tournament Oct 2 Catholic Daughters - Tricky Tray Oct 4-7 PARISH MISSION Save the Date! This October Fr. Kevin MacDonald will be returning to Sacred Heart Church to lead us in our parish mission! Weekend August 1 and 2 7,329 Second Collection $1,338 Attendance 515 Adults and 40 Children This year we will have a Eucharistic Mission. Fr. Kevin will be speaking at the weekend Masses on October 3 and 4. The Mission will begin on Monday, October 5, through Wednesday October 7. Please watch the bulletin for more information as we get closer to the date.

4 August 9, 2015 Page 3 The following parishioners are in need of our prayers We ask family members of those on our prayer list to please call the Rectory Office ( ) to confirm that these names should continue to remain on our list. (revised January, 2015) Andrew Biengardo, Deacon Dominick Casadone, Theresa DiChiaro, Adele Esposito, Joann Fayo-Perry, Janie Favoino, Catherine Fossella, Kiersten Furey, Bernadette Gallagher, Frank Honkus, Deacon Larry Kawula, Frances Marino, Sr. Mary Angela, Tom Marino, George Mele, Rosemarie Moffa, Gloria Presutti, Jordan Ruwe, Raymond Shideler, Delia Sifre, Emma Studtmann, Mary Venticenque, Marc Verlinger, Rudy Warren, Keith Weber MEMBERS OF THE ARMED SERVICES Please remember the following members of the armed services in your prayers SA James Alberts, USN MDN Tina Alberts, USN LCPL Christian Cunningham, USMC PVT. C. J. Kozlik, USARMY LT Thomas O. Mennerich, USN LT Abby K. Mennerich, USN AA Nicholas J. Mossa, USN LTJG Michael A. Ponessa USN We ask that family members of those on our MEMBERS OF THE ARMED SERVICE prayer list call the Rectory Office ( ) to confirm that these names should continue to remain on our list. (revised January, 2015) 8 Week Bible Study Course Open enrollment to all men and women. Thursday evenings, beginning October 22, 2015 through December 17, 2015 at 7:00 PM in the Activity Center; The Sons of Thunder will be leading an 8 week Bible Study titled A Quick Journey Through the Bible. It is an introduction to the Bible Timeline: a chronological presentation of the key people and events in the Bible, divided into time periods. The program is a DVD series of eight, half-hour talks by Jeff Cavins, which conveys the story of salvation history, that unlock the meaning of our faith. After the DVD presentation we will break out into groups of 8 for discussion. Workbooks are required and the cost is $20.00 per workbook. Sign up today, space is limited, by ing your name and telephone number to mark317@hvc.rr.com or call New Address In answer to the many inquiries for Fr. Bill s new contact information, please see below: Rev. William A. Scafidi St. Peter s Church 264 North Main Street Liberty, New York Phone: RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM NEEDS YOU! Catechists are needed for the religious education program during the school year. There are openings in the following classes: MONDAY Grade 2 4:45-6:15 PM TUESDAY Grades 6 & 4:45-6:15 PM WEDNESDAY Grades 3 & 4 6:30-8:00 PM Volunteering in the program will bring with it the satisfaction that you are spreading the faith to the future of our Church. Some training is available. If you are interested, please contact Lynda Piper, Director of Religious Education at Collecting throughout the summer! The St. Vincent de Paul Society will once again be collecting hygiene products as part of their parish outreach to the poor. They are requesting shampoo, toothpaste, bars of soap and deodorant. Containers will be available at the doors of the church for your donations. This outreach will continue throughout the summer. Thank you for your continued generosity.

5 August 9, 2015 Page 4 40 Days for Life September 23 - November 1, 2015 This fall s 40 Days for Life campaign will be held September 23 - November 1, Days for Life is a peaceful, highly-focused, non-denominational initiative that focuses on 40 days of prayer and fasting, peaceful vigil at abortion facilities, and educational outreach with the goal of protecting mothers and their children from abortion. Since 2007 at least 10,331 unborn children have been saved from abortion during 40 Days for Life campaigns, and 60 abortions facilities have closed. To learn move visit: For information about participating in the 40 Days for Life campaign in our area please contact one of the following leaders: Goshen: Kathy Taylor ktaylor @yahoo.com Newburgh: Wendy Wood OCRighttolife@gmail.com Poughkeepsie: Maureen Haege dflpoughkeepsie@gmail.com Bus Trips St. Francis Church is sponsoring a bus trip to Cooperstown, New York on Friday, August 28th. You can spend your day touring the Baseball Hall of Fame and if you re not a baseball fan you can enjoy the beauty of the Catskills strolling along Main Street visiting the shops and antique stores. You can have lunch in the Tunneville Inn which dates back to 1802 or eat in a replica of an early 1900 s diner. Nearby there is also a Farmers Museum and Glimmerglass Lake which offers scenic boat excursions. Bus seats are $ Please call St. Francis rectory at between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM to make your reservations by August 17th. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ VFW Post 1161 and CWV Post 386 will co-host a bus trip to Pocono Downs Casino, Willkes-Barre, PA on Monday, August 17, Everyone is welcome to join in for a day of fun and excitement. Departure is 8:30 AM from the Newburgh Wal-Mart parking lot. The bus will depart for home around 4:30 PM. Tickets are $35 per person. Each person will receive a $30 package consisting of $25 in Free Slot Play and a $5 food coupon plus a chance to win this trip free. Reservations please call John Raszcewski at Make checks payable to VFW 116. Sacred Heart School 17th Annual Golf Outing Monday September 28, 2015 The Powelton Club It s that time again, the 17th Annual Sacred Heart School Golf Tournament is upon us and we would love to make you a part of this great day. Tournament is a scramble with barbecue lunch and sit down dinner. We are looking for golfers ($150 per golfer), sponsors or advertisers, and any donation of goods or services that we may raffle. Don t golf? Then join us for dinner and the great prizes and auction lots the evening brings, dinner is $65. Please contact: Dr. Gina Cook (845) or golfshs@gmail.com. Tisket -a -Tasket COME WIN A BASKET! Catholic Daughters Court Patricia #195 Will hold their annual Tricky Tray on OCTBER 2, 2015 Gallo Hall, Sacred Heart School Doors open at 6:00 PM Calling will start at 7:30 PM You can purchase delicious refreshments, such as, Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Meatball Sandwiches, And Nachos Free dessert and coffee Children s prizes and Door prizes The Catholic Daughters will be meeting on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at 7:00 PM in the Activity Center. They will be collecting school supplies for the needy children at Sacred Heart School and the St. Francis Food Pantry. New members are always welcome. For further info, please call Maureen Kelly at Sacred Heart Parish has a website, Facebook Page and Blog. The Facebook Page and Blog can be easily accessed from the Links provided on the website navigation bar. All questions and concerns should be directed via to our WebMaster, Frank Iovine at frank.j.iovine@gmail.com.

6 August 9, 2015 NINETEENTH SUNDAY in ORDINARY TIME Page 5.THE BEGINNING OF EVERYTHING Everyone recognizes the truth of good proverbs, and so they endure from generation to generation. The Russians have a surprisingly bold one that fits this Sunday s Gospel: Bread is the beginning of everything. Judging from the first reading, Elijah might have felt that it was too late for bread too late for life itself. This great prophet was at the end of his rope and endurance. Then, not one, but two angels visit him. One offers food and drink. The other gives startling directions. For Elijah, this food from the angels is bread for his journey. On the strength of the heavensent gift of food, he walks to the mountain of God. In today s Gospel, Jesus offers himself, not just as bread for the journey, but as bread for life itself. He gives his flesh as life for the world. I am the bread of life (John 6:48). He is the beginning of everything. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. TODAY S READINGS First Reading After resting and taking nourishment twice, Elijah is strengthened to walk to the mountain of God, Horeb (1 Kings 19:4-8). Psalm Taste and see the goodness of the Lord (Psalm 34). Second Reading Be sealed by the Holy Spirit of God so as to be imitators of God and live in love (Ephesians 4:30 5:2). Gospel Jesus professes that he is the living bread and whoever eats this bread will live forever (John 6:41-51). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: 2 Cor 9:6-10; Ps 112:1-2, 5-9; Jn 12:24-26 Tuesday: Dt 31:1-8; Dt 32:3-4ab, 7-9, 12; Mt 18:1-5, 10, Wednesday: Dt 34:1-2; Ps 66:1-3a, 5, 8, 16-17; Mt 18:15-20 Thursday: Jos 3:7-10a, 11, 13-17; Ps 114:1-6; Mt 18:21 19:1 Friday: Jos 24:1-13; Ps 136:1-3, 16-18, 21-22, 24; Mt 19:3-12 Saturday: Vigil: 1 Chr 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2; Ps 132:6-7, 9-10, 13-14; 1 Cor 15:54b-57; Lk 11:27-28 Day: Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab; Ps 45:10-12, 16; 1 Cor 15:20-27; Lk 1:39-56 Sunday: Prv 9:1-6; Ps 34:2-7; Eph 5:15-20; Jn 6:51-58 TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION In an age given to slogan T-shirts, one of the last bastions of dressing up is the wedding. Everyone seems to stretch toward the old ideal of Sunday best for these moments. In our tradition, clothing is immensely important. Coming out of the baptismal water, we are immediately vested with a white garment. You have clothed yourself in Christ, the new Christian is told, and a white garment is the token of being born into God s family. Sadly, this is the last time most Christians wear this garb until their funeral, when the family spreads a pall as a reminder of baptismal identity. Increasingly today, we are seeing the alb as the proper garb for liturgical ministers, men and women. In ancient Rome, sleeveless tunics of varying colors were worn by everyone, and so at baptism the new Christians could be expected to wear their new garb under their everyday clothes. Sleeves were a problem for ancient Romans, who thought they were a barbarian fashion. As is so often the case, eventually the barbarians won the day, and by the third century the long-sleeved garment worn by ministers today was familiar liturgical garb. Rev. James Field, Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. APOSTOLATE OF PRAYER United each day, throughout the year, we pray for the members of our beloved clergy here in the Orange County Vicariate: Aug 10 Aug 11 Aug 12 Aug 13 Aug 14 Aug 15 Aug 16 Rev. Matthew Newcomb Rev. Michael Cedro Rev. Joseph Emmanuel Deacon Anthony Ferraiuolo Rev. Joseph Fallon Rev. Thomas Roslak Rev. Jack Arlotta Deacon Joseph Lieby Ill and suffering deacons Vocations and seminarians Most Rev. Dominick Lagonegro, DD Father, in your plan of salvation, you provide shepherds for your people. Fill your Church with the spirit of courage and love. Raise up worthy ministers to your altars, ardent but gentle servants of the Gospel. To those clergy among us who have already answered your call, grant joy and perseverance in your service. We pray in the name of Jesus, your Son and Eternal High priest. Amen