St. Vincent de Paul. A Parish with Heart. Roman Catholic Church.

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1 St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church 1500 DePaul Street Elmont, N.Y A Parish with Heart Pastoral Staff Rev. Msgr. Richard M. Figliozzi Administrator (516) Parish Social Ministry Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 9:00 am to 1:00 pm (516)

2 The Most Holy Trinity May 22, 2016 From Msgr. Figliozzi: Scriptural Reflection for the Week O Lord, our God, how wonderful your name in all the earth. (see Psalms 8) On this Feast of the Most Holy Trinity, we rejoice in the ways God has revealed Himself to us. Limited beings that we are, we would be hesitant to affirm the God who Is. Throughout all of SALVATION HISTORY God makes known that He is THREE PERSONS IN ONE GOD. God is Father, Son and Holy Spirit. With last Sunday s celebration of the Coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, we complete the yearly account of the Christian Mysteries. Today, we celebrate the summary of God s saving work among and through His people. Therefore we pray as the Psalmist: O God, how wonderful your name! How wonderful your very Being! In a society that wishes to erase any trace of the God who created the world we are called to keep holy His Name. This means we refer every aspect of our being to His Being. We are literally nothing without God! Today is a day to thank God for some basic things we all take for granted. We take for granted how our existence depends upon Him! We take for granted the sacrificial love which saved us form the effects of our sins. And we take for granted the Church which guides, sustains and nourishes us in our journey to Heaven. After you receive your next Holy Communion, pray: O Lord, my God, how wonderful to have your name in my mind, on my lips and in my heart. First Holy Communion at 10am Mass Today, May 22nd, several of our children will be receiving the Eucharist for the first time. Please keep them and their families in your prayers. Community Bible Study continues every Thursday at 7:30pm in the School Cafeteria. Come and bring a friend! Last Weekend s Collection and Attendance Parish: $4, Attendance: 4:00pm 137 8:30am :00am 137 Total : 410 Thank you for your support. One Final Thought I believe that God has created each soul and that soul belongs to God, and that each soul has to find God in its own lifetime and enter into his life. That is what is important. Blessed Teresa of Calcutta

3 Saturday May 21 4:00 pm Sunday May 22 8:30 am Salvatore Noto 10:00 am First Holy Communion SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: The Most Holy Trinity Monday: Eighth Week in Ordinary Time; Wednesday: St. Bede the Venerable; St. Gregory VII; St. Mary Magdalene de Pazzi Thursday: St. Philip Neri Friday: St. Augustine of Canterbury Saturday: Blessed Virgin Mary Monday May 23 8:30 am Daniel Triano Tuesday May 24 8:30 am John & Antoinette Accardi Wednesday May 25 8:30 am Tina Amatulli Thursday May 26 8:30 am People of the Parish Friday May 27 8:30 am Saturday May 28 4:00 pm Domenico, Theodore & Joseph Matozzo; The Matozzo Family; Joseph DiGnoti; Angelo Michael Sarni Sunday May 29 8:30 am Simone Deverson 10:00 am Victor Chersevani; Daniel Coughlin; Victor Gloe; Michael Oliveri; Omar Roman Stewardship.. Reflection Today s Psalm reminds us that we have been crowned with glory and honor and given rule over the works of God s hands. But we must be good stewards, for the Lord will surely hold us accountable for the use of those gifts. Living Stewardship We are grateful this week for all stewards who respect and protect God s creation by recycling, planting trees and vegetables, keeping our neighborhoods free of litter and striving to be responsible and thoughtful consumers. BREAD & WINE For the week of May 22 thru May 28 Is in Loving Memory of The Pignataro Family As requested by The Cusack Family MISSION STATEMENT As members of St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Parish we are committed to assisting our members in both the spiritual and temporal needs of life. We are a parish with heart who are committed to Let all things be done with charity and show we are disciples of Christ by our love for one another.

4 Canadians will regret legal assisted suicide, Cardinal Collins predicts Toronto, Canada, Apr 17, 2016 / 06:02 am (CNA/ EWTN News).- The coming legalization of assisted suicide in Canada will threaten the vulnerable, hide killing with euphemisms, and threaten the consciences of those who oppose it, Cardinal Thomas Collins of Toronto has said. On Thursday the Canadian government introduced legislation to legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia under the federal criminal code. We re all deeply concerned that this is a sad day for Canada, the cardinal told CNA April 14. While people see assisted suicide as a simple solution, he said, once people begin to consider what the practices really means to society, and its threats to the vulnerable, they begin to realize that this is not the way to go. Catholics, Evangelical Protestants, Jews, Muslims and the Salvation Army, all opponents of legalization, will hold an April 19 press conference on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, the Canadian capital. The very people who are most involved in helping people by the bedside while they are dying or while they are suffering are the ones most opposed to killing those entrusted in their care, Cardinal Collins said. The gathering would say to Parliament: thus far and no further. This is just not right. It s not right. He characterized the effort as the ecumenism of practical love. The new legislation was required by a February 2015 Canadian Supreme Court decision. The ruling said that doctors may help patients who have severe and incurable suffering to kill themselves, and ordered Parliament to create a legislative response. That is the root of the problem, Cardinal Collins said. He described that court decision as sadly unanimous. The fundamental move towards implementing euthanasia or assisted suicide is itself troubling, he added. Previously, under Canadian law those who counseled, aided, or abetted a suicide faced up to 14 years in prison. The cardinal said the law previously barred the provision of noxious substances to people. Now, it s possible that giving a substance like that is now going to be considered a form of health care. What have we come to? He criticized using the phrase medical assistance in dying to describe taking a substance and injecting it into a person, and that makes them die. That s not called dying. The word for that is killing. To not know the difference between dying and killing is astonishing. He warned against euphemisms that are comfortable and pleasant and sweet, but which do not describe what is happening. When we are ashamed, troubled, by what we are doing, I think we always leave the light of clear language. We don t want the light to shine upon what we are doing. The cardinal said Catholics should strongly encourage palliative care for those in severe pain and for the terminally ill. This, not suicide, is true medical assistance, he maintained. He said the government also has an obligation to support palliative care if it is going to set up a legal euthanasia regime. That s the positive way to deal with this very real issue, he said. He also stressed the need for conscience safeguards to protect individuals who are committed to healing, and not to killing. They say that there s nothing in the law that somebody must do this. Well, there s nothing in the law. Yet. But this has to be taken care of. He said individuals and institutions will certainly face pressure to take part in assisted suicide or euthanasia. What protections are being offered? There are no protections offered in this bill at all, he said. Backers of the bill say that Canada s 10 provinces and three territories will provide these protections. The cardinal questioned this. For all of Canada, they re making it acceptable to provide a noxious substance to somebody. But they re not providing the same nationwide protections for people s consciences and for 'havens of refuge'. He said that in this cold world of euthanasia, there must be places where you know where you will be safe. He worried of the pressures on the elderly to hurry up and die. At a time when our priority should be fostering a culture of love, and enhancing resources for those suffering and facing death, assisted suicide leads us down a dark path, he said in an April 14 statement. He noted that the Hail Mary prayer focuses on now, and at the hour of our death. In these days ahead, may that reflection guide us as in a spirit of love, mercy and compassion, we journey with all those who are suffering.

5 Please Pray for our sick Relatives & Friends: Rev. Msgr. William Jablonski Abigail Budram Albert Bartlett Amanda Rose Augello Ann Donahue Ann Mitarotonda Ann Parazelli Anna Christina Diaz Anthony Gangemella Arlindo Marcelino August Montalbano Barbara Dailey Barbara Ostipwko Betey Bomilla Bob Soveign Bridget Corrigan-Brassel Brittany Wilson Carlos Mackey Charlotte Orlando Diane Drescher Diane Wilson Dominick Consolazio Dorie Harbin Dorothy Mink Honald Eugenia Lane Fran Roberts Frances Oliva Francine Lupo Frank Saccone Garrett Fitzgerald George McAuliffe Helen Strohm Howard Wirth Jack Musolino Janet Falco Jeanette Longobardi Please Pray for our Men & Women in the U.S. Armed Forces Aaron J. Shattuck Arlindo Almida Brian Kevin Corrigan Carlos Felix Christopher Messano Diane Rosemary Patrick Frankie Umile James E. Allen Jimmy Bustamante John Marco Militano John Ciotti John Corrigan Jr. John Cusack John White Kaelyn Judith Donlon Karen Baez Karen Carlucci Karen Hoffmeyer Madeline Corrigan Madelyn Kushner Maria Rossi Pashayen Mary Italo Matthew Noah Michael O Malley Millie Palumbo Raul Matos Shane Harbin Theresa Chevalier Theresa Porri Thomas Fagan Tom Camberiarti Tommy Lannan Vincente Mejias William Ross Joseph A. Galante Joseph Giordano Latasha Coward Max Haerter Michael Arana Michael Borg Nicholas Russo Peter Dilos Rev. David Kruse (Chaplain) Thomas Bradshaw Thomas Lainis Welcome to St. Vincent de Paul Parish Parish Office (516) Hours: Monday thru Thursday - 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Saturday - 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Friday and Sunday Closed Fax (516) svdp1500@optonline.net Web: For Emergency relating to death or dying after 2 pm call St. Catherine of Sienna - (516) We Celebrate the Eucharist Saturday Vigil 4:00 pm Sunday 8:30 am & 10:00 am Weekdays: Monday thru Friday 8:30 am Holy Day Mass Schedules will be announced in the Bulletin on the prior Sunday. We Celebrate the Sacraments Sacrament of Reconcilia on Saturdays immediately after celebration of the Vigil Mass, or by calling the Parish Office for an appointment with a Priest. Sacrament of Bap sm call the Parish Office to arrange for an interview. This should be done while awaiting the birth of your child. Sacrament of Marriage call the Parish Office to make an appointment with a priest before making social arrangements. Visitation of the Sick and Homebound call the Parish Office to arrange for a visit by a Priest to receive the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, and also to receive Holy Communion. Holy Hour on the first Friday of the month after the 8:30 am Mass with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and concluding with Benediction. Devotions The Rosary is recited daily before the 8:30 am Weekday Masses. Miraculous Medal Novena and Special Prayers to St. Anthony are said on Thursdays after the 8:30 am Mass. The Clergy from St. Catherine of Sienna who serve here at St. Vincent de Paul are as follows: Pastor/Administrator Rev. Msgr. Richard M. Figliozzi Associate Pastors Rev. Allan Arneaud Rev. Johnny Mendonca Deacons Joseph Benincasa Frank Gonzalez

6 Woman bulldozed to death in China signals new wave of oppression One member of the crew allegedly said Bury them alive for me I will be responsible for their lives. An officer at the local police station told China Aid that the two members of the crew were detained but the officer did not disclose their alleged crimes. Local Christians said that the government departments in charge of the area were not present to oversee the demolition. Li said that police took an unusually long time to arrive after the murder was reported. Beijing, China, Apr 27, 2016 / 03:02 am (CNA/ EWTN News).- Two members of a Chinese church demolition crew have been detained by police after they allegedly bulldozed the wife of a Christian pastor who had attempted to halt the destruction of her church. Bob Fu, president of the NGO China Aid, said that Christianity has become a major target in culture and is treated as a political and security threat to the regime, he told CNA April 25. Bulldozing and burying alive Ding Cuimei, a peaceful and devout Christian woman, was a cruel, murderous act, Fu said in a previous statement from China Aid. This case is a serious violation of the rights to life, religious freedom and rule of law. The Chinese authorities should immediately hold those murderers accountable and take concrete measures to protect the religious freedom of this house church s members. Ding Cumei and her husband Li Jiangong were pushed into a ditch and buried alive by the bulldozer as congregants watched. Her husband was able to dig his way out, but she was not. Li headed Beitou Church in the city of Zhumadian in central China's Henan province. A government-backed company had sent the demolition crew to the church after a local developer wished to take the property, China Aid said. Fu told CNA that the situation for Christians in China has changed under President Xi Jinping, who took office in He likened the situation to a new Cultural Revolution. Under the previous presidential administrations of Jiang Zemin and Hu Jintao, Fu said, officially Christianity was not overtly regarded as a national security threat. Suspicion and crackdowns instead focused on unregistered churches in both Protestant and Catholic churches. Now, even registered churches have faced increased scrutiny and persecution. Church leaders at government sanctioned churches have faced heavy criminal sentences. Christians, including Catholics have been asked to change into a different version of belief under the banner of Sinicization of religion in order to make Christianity compatible with socialism, Fu said. David Curry, president and CEO of Open Doors USA, told Fox News that there has been a change from previous trends to recognize Christians as productive members of Chinese society. China has the goal of nationalizing Christians, he said. Curry s organization monitors anti-christian persecution around the world. He said there are many ways to marginalize China s Christian churches, including rezoning church properties to allow for demolition. Some local pastors are required to meet weekly with local officials to discuss their sermons. It has had a chilling effect on religious freedom in China, he said. Fu added that China s constitution guarantees freedom of religious belief. Religious freedom is a universal, fundamental first freedom, he said. Religious freedom for Christianity can foster a more stable less volatile and more prosperous China.

7 St. Vincent de Paul Society & Parish Social Ministry (OUTREACH) As we celebrate the mystery of the Trinity we also realize the mystery of how much God loves and cares for us. Believing in this, our lives can then overflow with thanksgiving. If we have a grateful heart, we will see everything as gifts from God. May God give us the grace to be grateful for all he has given us and show our gratitude by generosity to others and to those who are in need. We hope that you will continue to be as generous as you have been by giving to the St. Vincent De Paul Society pantry. This week the pantry is in need of juice, syrup, canned potatoes, and canned pasta. However, all non-perishable food items will be appreciated. If you know someone who is suffering, please tell her/him to come on Monday, Wednesday, or Thursday between 9am and 1pm. We will happy to help make things better. (The pantry and Outreach will be closed for Memorial Day, May 30.) PARISH IN HOME PRAYER PROGRAM Host Family/Individual PILGRIM STATUE OF OUR LADY OF FATIMA Anna Esposito CUP OF PRAYER The Braganza Family Camp Sienna at St. Catherine of Sienna June 27 th August 5th (Closed July 4th in observance of Independence Day) CAMP HOURS: Regular Day: 9:00am-3:00pm Extended Day: 9:00am-6:00pm Camper Registration All information regarding Camp Sienna s prices, enrollment and deposit policy can be found on our registration form. If you have any further questions: Phone (516) campsienna@stcatherineofsienna.org

8 SUMMER NIGHTS DINNER/DANCE Date: Saturday, July 9, 2016 Time: 7pm-11pm St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church Auditorium 1510 DePaul Street Elmont, NY Adults: $45. Children: $35. (12 & under) Preferred PLEASE DRESS IN WHITE ATTIRE Diocesan Pilgrimage to Basilica Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, DC Saturday, September 24, 2016 In celebration of the Year of Mercy, the Diocese of Rockville Centre offers this Pilgrimage to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, D.C. Please join us, together with faithful from all across our diocese, for a day-long experience filled with opportunities for prayer, reflection, reconciliation and fellowship. 6:00 am: Pick up from St. Catherine 12:00 pm: The Angelus, Upper Church 12:10 pm: Welcome and Introduction, Information about the Shrine 12:15 pm: Presentation 12:45 pm: Lunch, Tours, Gift Shop, Private Prayer, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Visit to the Holy Door of Mercy and Individual Confessions in the Reconciliation Chapel 3:00 pm: Rosary in the Word and Song, Upper Church 4:15 pm: Celebration of the Eucharist for the Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time 5:30 pm: Departure Cost :$50.00 per person To register fill out the form below and return to the Parish office For more information call the Parish Ext. 400 Diocesan Pilgrimage to Basilica Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, DC Saturday, September 24, 2016 Cost :$50.00 per person Name: Address: City/Zip: Phone: Emerg. Contact: Emerg. Contact#: Refundable only before 07/15/16 Cost $

9 UPCOMING EVENTS & NEWS POPE FRANCIS HOSPITALITY CENTRE We have started this center for seniors, veterans, those in need and for anyone wishing to share a simple meal. It is open on Saturdays from 9:30am to 1:00pm. The Center meets in the school cafeteria DePaul Street All are welcome! World Youth Day 2016 Dear Friends: We are asking for your support in donating your coins: pennies; nickels; dimes; quarters or dollars to subsidize the cost of our young people going to Poland. Collection boxes will be placed at the entrances of the church every week. Thank you for your support. God Bless You! Entering Canaan Day of Prayers and Healing for Women Post-Abortion Retreat on Long Island ENTERING CANAAN, Prayer and Healing Retreats, help those suffering the effects of abortion. We offer a safe place, a way out of the pain, in a non-judgmental atmosphere. All retreats are led by the Sisters of Life and women who have experienced both the suffering of abortion and the joy of healing in Christ. The retreats are directed by faithful priests who have a sensitivity and a heart for those who suffer. They include witnesses of mercy, Scripture sharing, personal prayer, opportunity for Sacramental Confession, and the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Saturday June 18, 2016 & Saturday, October 29, 2016 For more info Or