Roman Catholic Church of Saint Aidan 505 Willis Avenue, Williston Park, New York 11596 516-746-6585 www.staidanparish.org 516-746-6055 (Fax) Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 28, 2013 Bless the Lord, O my soul! The Pastoral Staff Rev. Msgr. James M. McDonald, Pastor - ext. 9108 Rev. Kevin Dillon, Associate Pastor - ext. 9105 Rev. Msgr. Robert J. Kirwin, Pastor Emeritus Rev. Damian Halligan, SJ In Residence Deacon Salvatore B. Villani - ext. 9558 Deacon Francis J. Love - ext. 9557 Deacon Joseph Connelly - ext. 9562 Deacon Rudy Martin - ext. 9412 Mr. Drago Bubalo, DMA (cand). Music Director ext. 9130 E-mail address drago@staidanparish.org The Salvation of Souls is the Supreme Law Mission Statement We, the parish family of the Church of Saint Aidan, strengthened by the Eucharist and encouraged by the Word of God, welcome all, for we recognize that everyone is a child of God and no one should be excluded. Guided by the Holy Spirit through prayer, we strive as one to build the Body of Christ. We commit ourselves to nurturing life-long faith formation, fostering lay leadership, promoting social justice, engaging our youth in every aspect of parish life, and offering care and compassionate service to all. We invite everyone to walk with Jesus and experience His healing power and love. St. Aidan School (Grades Nursery-3. ext. 9202, 9203) (Grades 4-8, ext. 9302, 9303) Ms. Eileen P. Oliver, Principal Mrs. Marie-Elaine Galenskas, Assistant Principal Faith Formation and Spirituality - ext. 9404, 9405 Mr. James F. Corrigan, Director of Faith Formation ext. 9401 Mrs. Elaine Smith, Director of Special Needs ext. 9406 Parish Social Ministry - ext. 9408 Mrs. Rosemarie Cavallaro, Director - ext. 9410 Youth Ministry Mr. Stephen Loewenthal, Coordinator - ext. 9403 Pastoral Council - ext. 9592 Members: Toti Conforti, Cathy Frischmann, Brendan Hickey, Larry McGovern, Bonnie Parente, Erin Flynn, Mary Ellen Testa and Suellen Peterson Buildings & Grounds Department ext. 9122 Liturgy of the Eucharist Saturday Evening: 5:00 PM and 7:30 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, *10:30 AM, 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM *Liturgy of the Word for Children Daily: 6:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 12:15 & 5:30 PM Monday thru Friday Morning Prayer 8:40 AM Monday thru Saturday Baptism Baptism of Children: Each month on the 1st Sunday and 3rd Sunday at 1:30 PM ceremony. Required: Parents class on the 2nd Sunday of each month beginning with the 12:00 Mass. For baptismal information, contact the Rectory office ext. 9101 Tuesday-Friday between the hours of 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. Penance/Reconciliation The Sacrament of Penance is celebrated every Saturday from 12:30-1:30 PM and 4:00-5:00 PM in our church or by appointment. Marriage Arrangements are to be made at the Rectory office at least 9 months in advance. Pre-Cana and FOCCUS registrations must be arranged through the parish. Anointing of the Sick & Communion of the Sick The anointing of the sick takes place after the 12:00 PM Mass on the 4th Sunday of each month. Anyone who is homebound may receive Holy Communion at home on a regular basis. Eucharistic ministers assist the priests in this ministry. Please call the rectory - ext. 9101. Adoration First and third Fridays of the month 12:45-3:00 PM in the Church. 12:30-1:30 PM on Saturdays in the church.
Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time MASSES AND SERVICES FOR THE WEEK MONDAY, JULY 29, 2013 St. Martha Ex 32: 15-24, 30-34; Jn 11: 19-27; Lk 10: 38-42 6:30 AM Richard Brassel 9:00 AM Charles Ward (1st Anniversary Rem.) 12:15 PM Sam Kinney 5:30 PM Lv. & Dcd. Mbrs. of Goward & Lobosco Families TUESDAY, JULY 30, 2013 St. Peter Chrysologus, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Ex 33: 7-11; 34: 5b-9, 28; Mt 13: 36-43 6:30 AM Joan Krewski 9:00 AM John Laughlin 12:15 PM Patricia D Amato (10th Anniversary Rem.) 5:30 PM Ann O Boyle (Anniversary Rem.) WEDNESDAY, JULY 31, 2013 St. Ignatius of Loyola, Priest Ex 34: 29-35; Mt 13: 44-46 6:30 AM Edward H. B. Madison, Sr. (1st Anniversary Rem.) 9:00 AM Dcd. Mbrs. of the Coffey Family 12:15 PM Edward H. B. Madison, Sr. (1st Anniversary Rem.) 5:30 PM Tom Clark (Birthday Rem.) THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 2013 St. Alphonsus Liguori, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Ex 40: 16-21, 34-38; Mt 13: 47-53 6:30 AM Patrick Sullivan 9:00 AM Anne Delgado (10th Anniversary Rem.) 12:15 PM Thomas De Quatro 3:00 PM Mary Grace Quinn/John Latuso Nuptial Ceremony 5:30 PM Brendan McCabe FRIDAY, AUGUST 2, 2013 St. Eusebius of Vercelli, Bishop St. Peter Julian Eymard, Priest Lv 23: 1, 4-11, 15-16, 27, 34b-37; Mt 13: 54-58 6:30 AM James Waldron 9:00 AM Anthony & Ann Conigliaro 12:15 PM John B. Puvogel, Jr. 12:45 PM Eucharistic Adoration 3:30 PM Stephanie Thomann/Joe La Vacca Nuptial Mass 5:30 PM Kathleen Patricia Mandell (Birthday Rem.) SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 2013 Weekday Lv 25: 1, 8-17; Mt 14: 1-12 9:00 AM Ralph Liberatoscioli (Birthday Rem.) 12:30-1:30 PM Confessions 3:00 PM Milena Spiotta/Francesco Rizzuto Nuptial Ceremony 5:00 PM Joseph Joyce & Kieran Naughton (Anniversary Rem.) Helen Kroner Kathy Esposito MASSES AND SERVICES FOR THE WEEK 5:00 PM (continued) Nicholas A. Haller Mary Cannava 7:30 PM Parishioners of St. Aidan SUNDAY, AUGUST 4, 2013 Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Eccl 1: 2; 2: 21-23; Col 3: 1-5, 9-11; Lk 12: 13-21 7:30 AM Jean Galanga (4th Anniversary Rem.) 9:00 AM Deceased Rosarian-Mary Anne Jankowski 10:30 AM John Puvogel 12:00 PM Annette Dunn Patrick Sullivan (1st Anniversary Rem.) Stio & O Brien Families Donald Miller, Sr. Richard Brassel 5:00 PM Ret. Col. Leon Sandy Semback (1st Anniversary Rem.) BANNS OF MARRIAGE FIRST WEEK Melissa Turner, St. Gerard Majella, Port Jefferson Station, NY Michael Dawes, St. Gerard Majella, Port Jefferson Station, NY SECOND WEEK Nora Carias, St. Peter of Alcantara, Port Washington, NY Edgar Escobar, St. Peter of Alcantara, Port Washington, NY THIRD WEEK Mary Grace Quinn, St. Anthony of Padua, East Northport, NY John Latuso, St. Anthony of Padua, East Northport, NY Stephanie Thomann, St. Aidan Joe La Vacca, St. Charles, Staten Island, NY Milena Spiotta, St. Catherine, Blauvelt, NY Francesco Rizzuto, St. Jude, Brooklyn, NY Pamela Ferro, St. Aidan James Fee, Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Havertown, PA
July 28, 2013 POSITIVE THINKING I m not a great reader of self help books, but occasionally I ll dabble just to see if I can get any new ideas. Recently, I was looking at The Success Principles by Jack Canfield and I came across a quote from Norman Vincent Peale. Dr. Peale was the longtime minister of the Marble Collegiate Church in New York. Some sixty years ago he published a book, The Power of Positive Thinking, which is still selling thousands upon thousands of copies every year. It was a volume of encouragement and attempted to engender hope in those who lacked confidence in themselves. Parenthetically, the book manuscript was rejected by publisher after publisher and Dr. Peale was about to throw it away. His wife, Ruth, prevailed upon him to let her submit it one last time and The Power of Positive Thinking became a phenomenal and perennial best seller. The other day as I was looking through The Success Principles I came across a quote from Dr. Peale. It was given in his last public address when he was 95 years of age. He said this: Shoot for the moon because even if you miss, you ll land among the stars. Admittedly, this was not original with Peale but had been said earlier by one of those he mentored, Les Brown. Similar advice had been given to me in Catholic School by Sister Mary Bonita: Aim for a hundred and you ll at least get a ninety. Strange to say, I have often come across young people whose goals are far too low and have all too little self-confidence. They have convinced themselves that their abilities are far less than what they actually are. From the very outset they undercut themselves and talk themselves into thinking that they are somehow inferior. Some of these same people lack perspective and imagine that study and preparation for a particular career are far too long and not worth the effort. Quite simply, they have sold themselves short. Many times the reason for this is that they just never had the proper encouragement or mentoring. They never ran across the person who could really help them. There are people who really need an infusion of hope. Some of them are young and some are older and there are many in the middle of the spectrum. They all need optimism and a strong dose of Christian hope and enthusiasm. They need to look beyond themselves and realize that with the grace of God they can achieve far more than they ever thought. You can be the means of communicating that to them. In Jesus and Mary, Monsignor James M. McDonald
SICK: PLEASE PRAY Barbara Ueland, Christine Schifaudo, Peter F. Brala, Christine Lucivero, Geoffrey Hamilton, Dylan Crowley, Jenny Malewicz, Louis Malewicz, William J. Clark, Cecilia Han, Alexander Muller, Louis Reyes, Noreen Costa, Kimberly Holms DECEASED: James A. Manning, Jr., James Bearese, Benjamin Testani and for all those who have died serving our country. BREAD & WINE MEMORIAL In Loving Memory of ROBERT FRANCIS PAVLICIN 80th Birthday Remembrance Requested by His Sister DOMINICAN SISTERS BAKE SALE This weekend, July 27th/28th the Dominican Sisters will be at our parish selling bread, brownies and apple and blueberry pies. These are all baked according to the Dominican Community recipes. The proceeds from the sale will be used to buy medical supplies for their mission to support the lepers. The sisters greatly appreciate your support of their ministry. Jesus is describing God s immeasurable generosity when He says in today s Gospel, Whoever asks, receives; whoever seeks, finds; whoever knocks, is admitted. But it should also be the description of us as Christian stewards those seeking to follow Christ by using our gifts in service to others. STEWARDSHIP COLLECTION 07/22/12 $ 24,034 07/21/13 $24,043 (+0.04%) Thank you for your kind and generous support of our parish! REMEMBERING OUR SERVICEMEN & WOMEN Protect our service men and women, Lord Jesus, as we continue to pray for world peace.
COFFEE & CATHOLICISM EXPLORING FAITH WITH NEW EYES Are you or someone you know seeking a path to faith? Maybe you want to believe but question why? Come and have coffee with the Right of Christian Initiation team (RCIA.) Or bring someone who is not of our faith and is searching to become a part of a faith community. Perhaps you know a baptized catholic who has not received all their sacraments. Let s get together! This is an informal night without any commitments to just relax and ask questions. Come and join us for coffee, Tuesdays, August 6 th or August 27 th at 7:30 PM in the convent, entrance on Pembroke St. Please call and let us know if you are thinking of coming (516) 746-6585.
2013 Catholic Ministries Appeal CHURCH OF ST. AIDAN 2013 Goal: $173,000 Pledged: $131,685 # of Gifts: 603 Please help us make our parish goal this year by sending in your donation today. Serving God by Serving Others! You can make a difference in the lives of those around us by making a gift to this year s Catholic Ministries Appeal Because of you, every year we are able to serve more than 600,000 people in our Long Island Community. This support enables our children to continue to receive the gift of spiritual formation, sacramental preparation, and quality education. It allows seminarians and lay leaders to fulfill their calling to serve the community. With your support Catholic Charities can maintain its services for the poor and disadvantaged, and we can continue to reach out to our young people and others to find the best ways to guide and pass on our faith from generation to generation. All funds raised go to support the Appeal and its Ministries Every Gift Counts! A gift of $25 may help pay the gas for a Meals On Wheels van to deliver food for a day. A gift of $50 from an emergency fund may help pay the electric bill in a cold winter month for a family in need. A gift of $100 may help care for a newborn infant in Catholic Charities Regina Residence. A gift of $1,000 may help support a Seminarian s education Please consider what you can do to make this campaign successful. Please make your check payable to: Pledge: $ Catholic Ministries Appeal Down Payment: $ Balance: $ Parish: Name: Monthly Quarterly Address: Annually Other City, State, Zip: Phone: Donor Signature: Acct#
THE KNIGHT S CORNER (Providing information from the Knights of Columbus) Did You Know The Knights of Columbus set a new all-time record for charitable donations and service hours in 2012 donating more than $ 167.5 million and 70 million hours to charitable causes. Notable beneficiaries included Habitat for Humanity, Special Olympics, and victims of natural disasters. Scholarships, educational support, as well as a variety of church and community projects were also prominent among the many initiatives sponsored by local K of C councils. Commenting on this record Supreme Knight Carl Anderson said, Throughout its 131 years, the Knights of Columbus has always practiced charity as its first principle. Are You Ready to Join? - Corpus Christi Council # 2502 serves both St Aidan and Corpus Christi Parishes. Membership in the Knights is open to all Catholic Men at least 18 years of age. For information call (516) 746-8643 or contact Jim Corrigan at the Religious Education office (516) 746-6585 x9401. Hall Rental Big parties or small, the Corpus Christi Council Hall is available for rental. For information call Tom at (516) 746-8643.
NEW NAME MINISTRY IS COMING TO ST. AIDAN S Please join us for an evening of Interactive Praise and Worship with Adoration called LIVE 2 WORSHIP on Saturday, August 10th at 7:30 PM in the Convent Community Room (Please use the lower school parking lot entrance) New Name is a Catholic New York City based prayer ministry of young adults that seeks to evangelize all who want to grow into a relationship with Jesus. They accomplish this through monthly Live 2 Worship gatherings, Free 2 Worship concerts, and numerous appearances primarily in the New York City area. Their joy is contagious! All are welcome! Bring a friend! For more information call (516) 746-6585 x9406.
Searching for more in your life? Then consider joining the Pastoral Formation Institute of the Diocese of Rockville Centre! The Pastoral Formation Institute, a two year process of personal, intellectual, spiritual and pastoral formation for adult Catholics, offers an exciting, integrated approach to discipleship through instruction, prayer, faith sharing and development of leadership skills. Weekly, two hour sessions in a small group setting prepare the lay Catholic adult to enter more fully into the life of the Church. Studies include Scripture, Christology, Ecclesiology, Morality, Sacraments, Liturgy, Church Ministry, and so much more! In addition to the weekly classes, weekends at the Seminary in Huntington enrich the PFI process. Two to three formation weekends and/or workshops are held each year. After completion of the two year program, participants have an option to enroll in a variety of ministerial leadership courses of their choosing. Give us a call. It may be just what you are looking for! Tuesdays, 9:45 AM to 11:45 AM Maria Regina Parish Seaford, NY 11783 Thursdays, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM St. Lawrence the Martyr Parish Sayville, NY 11782 Wednesdays, 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM Holy Spirit Parish New Hyde Park, NY 11040 Fridays, 9:45 AM to 11:45 AMChrist the King Parish Commack, NY 11725 Classes in Spanish Saturdays, 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM Corpus Christi Parish Mineola, NY 11501 Fridays, 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish Patchogue, NY 11772 For more Information: Log on to: http://www.drvc-faith.org/pastoralformation or contact Estelle Peck, 516-678-5800 x 200, email: epeck@drvc.org Pastoral Formation Institute QUALIFIED INSTRUCTORS FORMATION WEEKENDS WORKSHOPS AND RETREATS Personal, Spiritual, Theological Formation and Ministry Training for the Laity in the Diocese of Rockville Centre
GOLDEN WEDDING CELEBRATION This fall, couples that have been married for 50 years or more will be honored at liturgies on: Sunday, October 6, 2013 Sunday, November 3, 2013 St. Rose of Lima, Massapequa Christ the King, Commack Both Masses will be held at 2:30 PM. Couples may register for one liturgy. Registration forms and complete instructions can be obtained at the Rectory. Registration must be received by September 12th for the October 6th liturgy and by October 10th for the November 3rd liturgy. There will be additional celebrations in the spring for those who may find that more convenient. Dates for the spring celebrations will be communicated at a later time. If you have any questions you may call (516) 678-5800 x207. JOIN US FOR AN EVENING UNDER THE STARS AS WE CELEBRATE THE OF THE ROGER FAY VILLAGE POOL & HONORING FORMER MAYOR ROGER FAY Saturday, August 10, 2013 7:00-11:00 PM Rain Date: Sunday, August 11, 2011 For the first time at the pool we will have a live band, Williston Park s Own Acoustic Blue Tickets may be purchased in person at the Village Hall (494 Willis Avenue, Williston Park) No later than August 2nd. Checks only payable to the Village of Williston Park. Pool membership not required-byo food and adult beverages. Cost: $20 per adult which includes chips, pretzels, ice, sodas, bottled water, beverage cups, dessert and coffee. Join us for an evening to remember! Reserve a table and enjoy the atmosphere of our beautiful pool.
Book by: Michael Stewart Music and Lyrics by: Jerry Herman Based on the play THE MATCHMAKER by Thornton Wilder Dear Community Neighbors and Friends of St. Aidan: We are writing to request your support for this year s St. Aidan Summer Stage production of Hello Dolly, which will take place August 16th-18th. Summer stage is a fabulous opportunity for our youth to display their talent, enjoy a fun-filled summer and form new friendships. For others, it is also a lovely way to spend a warm summer evening watching a renowned play in an air-conditioned environment. If you would like to contribute to the success of this play we have a variety of donation from which to choose: Inside Cover Ad: $100.00 Back Cover Page: $125.00 Full Page Ad: $75.00 Half Page Ad: $50.00 Quarter Page Ad: $25.00 This is a wonderful opportunity to advertise your business and bring in new prospective clients! Any contribution you are able to make will add to the success of our show. All donations are tax deductable and are greatly appreciated. Please send camera ready ad and check made payable to: St. Aidan Church Summer Stage Ads 505 Willis Ave Williston Park, NY 11596 We warmly thank you for your support and hope you can join us for Hello Dolly in August! Sincerely, Monsignor James M. McDonald, Pastor and Moderator
Book by: Michael Stewart Music and Lyrics by: Jerry Herman Based on the play THE MATCHMAKER by Thornton Wilder Friday, August 16th at 8:00 PM Saturday, August 17th at 8:00 PM Sunday, August 18th at 2:00 PM Director: John Hayes Musical Director: Reagan Stone Choreographer: Barbara Tromba-Murphy Producer: Carol Hayes Moderator: Monsignor James M. McDonald Ticket Price: Adults $15 and Senior Citizens/Child (12 and under) $10 For ticket information call Bernice at (516) 621-3171 or send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: St. Aidan Summer Stage, C/O 180 Dogwood Road, Roslyn, NY 11576. Name Phone: E-Mail Address Friday, August 16th at 8:00 PM # Adult @ $15 ea = # Senior Citizen/Child @ $10 ea = Saturday, August 17th at 8:00 PM # Adult @ $15 ea = # Senior Citizen/Child @ $10 ea = Sunday, August 18th at 2:00 PM # Adult @ $15 ea = # Senior Citizen/Child @ $10 ea = $ Total $ Total $ Total $ Total $ Total $ Total (check one) Cash Check # Total Amount Enclosed $ Please make all checks payable to: Church of St. Aidan Monsignor Kirwin Hall is air conditioned!
SUGGESTIONS FOR THE MONTH OF JULY In these golden days of summer lets learn to slow down, to quiet our mind, to take minute vacations; slow down to look at a flower, to talk to a friend, to read a good book. The perfect place to quiet down is in front of the Blessed Sacrament. In the Lord s presence we can restore our tired mind and drive away our worldly struggles. While we are in His Real Presence pray for vocations to the priesthood, pray for the seminarians, pray for our priests; nothing is more dear to Our Lord than holy men who consecrate daily His Body and Blood. Let us bring the love of our Lord to our neighbors, especially if they are infirm and in need of help. Share your reactions and feedback by calling (516) 746-6585 x9592. St. Aidan s Pastoral Council tries to be responsive to the needs of our parish. LIGHTHOUSE CATHOLIC MEDIA A group of women were talking about their young family members. Two of them tell how they feel so discouraged. They believe they are losing the battle, and after going through Catholic education, their children are going away from the Church. They are seeking the short-term rewards in the pursuit of pleasures, looking for temporary happiness only to encounter dissatisfaction. Most of those listening to them are going through the same experiences. Young people are not faithful to the Church s teachings and the majority of parents do not know how to deal with this painful problem. How do we preach the Gospel to those living lives structured around sin? How do we actively love them, yet preach the truth at the same time? Somehow we have to realize that in the culture young people are engaged today in a collective adolescence, and we just cannot lecture it into maturity. So we have to be there and let them know we love them! We first have to catechize the Catholics that are engaged with the Church, because so many Catholics are not clear on what the Church teaches, but if we do a good job of teaching the people who claim to be Catholics, they will live differently, and they will set an example for those in the world. Then, and then only, will we win the world over. Our first and most important duty is knowing our Faith well and to be able to impart that knowledge to those around us. Our parish has a wonderful program which will point the way to this plan. The CDs that you find in our kiosks are the best way to learn and to pass on that knowledge to others. This week we have CDs that provide valuable insights and help us better understand our Faith Seven Reasons To Be Catholics by Dr. Peter Kreeft, will help us to understand why truth trumps everything. Seven reasons why every person should indeed be Catholic! Also by Dr. Peter Kreeft, Winning The Culture War is a timely talk. To win any war three things are necessary: Know that you are at war, know who your enemy is, and know what strategies can defeat him. He assures us for those that hope in Christ, victory is assured. Respond to the Holy Spirit s inspiration. Listen to these talks and pass them on to as many people as possible. Nothing is more important! Toti Conforti
St. Aidan School 2013 SUMMER TUTORING PROGRAM AUGUST 12-23, 2013 9:00 AM-12:00 Noon Teachers are certified by New York State Classes are one hour in length Fee - $150.00 per course COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Math - Grades 3-6 This course will cover basic operations. Concepts and skills will correlate with each grade level. Reading - Grades 3-6 This course is designed to improve comprehension through the use of skill building and exercises which are devised specifically to remediate areas of weakness. 4th Grade ELA Test - Prep - Students entering Grade 4 This class is designed to improve reading, writing and listening skills in preparation for the NY State ELA Assessment. 4th Grade Math Test - Prep - Students entering Grade 4 This class is designed to improve math skills and strategies in preparation for the NY State Assessment. 2013 SUMMER TUTORING PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM Name Grade in September Phone Number E-Mail Home Address Cost: $150.00 per class Course (s) 1) 2) 3) Total Cost $ Amount Paid $ Balance Due $ August 12, 2013 OFFICE USE ONLY-DO NOT WRITE BELOW Name Total Cost $ Amount Paid $ Amount Due $ August 12, 2013 Drop off all registration forms at the Rectory office with payment no later than August 2nd. Please make all checks payable to: St. Aidan School.
The Williston Park Rotary Club Cordially Invites You To Our 10 th Annual Dinner Cruise To The Statue Of Liberty Please Join Us On Thursday, August 15, 2013 7:00 11:00 PM $115.00 per Person Aboard The MV Majestic Princess Sailing From Port Washington Cruise includes a 3 hour Open Bar, Assorted Appetizers, and an array of delectable Entrees. Dance under the stars on the promenade deck. Enjoy a special tribute to Lady Liberty and America. Reservations are a must and will be made on a first come first served basis. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Send check payable to The Rotary Club of Williston Park and return by July 20, 2013 or go to www.xpress-pay.com to pay by Name Phone # of guests Check Amount $ If possible, my deck preference is: Upper Deck Main Salon If paying by check, please return this form with your check to: Lady Liberty Cruise, c/o Jim Daw, 22 Downing Street, East Williston, NY 11596 For further information, please call Jim at 516-782-5893 or email at JJDawJrEsq@gmail.com ATTENTION ALL GIRLS GRADES 3-12 BASKETBALL REGISTRATION CYO Girls Basketball registration is now available ON LINE ONLY @ http://www.staidanscyo.org/ Registration is open until Saturday, September 7, 2013. This year s fee is $ 120.00. ALL girls will be evaluated for placement on a team. There is a LATE FEE CHARGE of $100.00 Any questions or concerns, please contact Matthew Miller @ mattnanc@optonline.net.
PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY Love caritas is an extraordinary force which leads people to opt for courageous and generous engagement in the field of justice and peace. It is a force that has its origin in God, Eternal Love and Absolute Truth. Encyclical of Pope Benedict XVI, June 29, 2009. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE ANYTHING ON THE BACK STEPS! IF YOU HAVE GENTLY USED CLOTHING, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE BEFORE DROPPING IT OFF. THANK YOU! FOOD PANTRY: Please bring all non-perishable food items either to the back of Church or to the parish social ministry office. The following items are needed at this time: newborn/size 1 diapers baby wipes (unscented) jars of tomato sauce toilet tissue Alzheimer's Day Program The Herricks Alzheimer's Day Program, also known as "Our Space" takes place in the Herricks Community Center and is made possible by funding in part from the Nassau County Office for the Aging through the New York State Office for the Aging and the U.S. Administration on Aging, Town of North Hempstead, the Herricks Community Fund and private donations. "Our Space" is a social model of adult day services established in 1987 for Nassau County residents over the age of 60 with a diagnosis of early to moderate dementia. While the impaired senior is socializing and enjoying recreational activities, their loved one can enjoy and benefit from the respite. In addition, caregiver support groups are offered during the year. The program meets Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Herricks Community Center, 999 Herricks Road, New Hyde Park. Please call the Director Patricia J. Foley at (516) 742-0851 for additional information, or if you would like to volunteer or to make a donation. PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY Our Prayer Shawl Ministry meets the second and fourth Monday of each month at 9:45 AM in the Peter and Paul Room of the Finamore Center to knit or crochet prayer shawls or lap blankets for our sick and homebound parishioners. New members are always welcome. You need not know how to knit or crochet. We have talented parishioners who can teach you. The next meeting is Monday, August 12th. If you have any question please call Parish Social Ministry (516) 746-6585 x9410. APARTMENT/ROOM If you know of or have an apartment or room to rent, can you please contact the parish social ministry office at (516) 746-6585 x9408. PLEASE NOTE: The Parish Social Ministry office is open Monday Friday, 9:00 AM 1:00 PM. I will be out of the office starting Tuesday, July 23 rd and returning to the office on Tuesday, July 30 th. Please use the Finamore Parish Center entrance (across from the church on Willis Avenue).
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ATTENTION ALL VOLUNTEERS: Are you aware that the Diocese of Rockville Centre requires ANYONE IN ANY MINISTRY TO BE VIRTUS TRAINED AND HAVE A BACKGROUND CHECK. A ministry covers Catechists to CYO Coaches, Ushers to Liturgical Ministers, and all parish organization members. Check the Virtus Training schedule and register online for a class being offered by several local parishes at www.drvc.org. Catechist Training During July, August and early September Catechist Training classes will be conducted to help prepare new and refresh experienced Catechists for the upcoming school year. There will normally be both a daytime session (10:00 AM 12:00 noon) and an evening session (7:00 9:00 PM) for each course. Each course is presented in two parts of 2 hours each. This summer s courses include; Getting Started (as a Catechist), four separate Methods Courses Grades 1 & 2, Grades 3 & 4, Grades 5 & 6, and Grades 7 & 8, Catholic Morality, I Believe/We Believe (the Trinity and Creed), Catholic Morality, Liturgy and Sacraments, and The Scriptures. For further information and to register for these classes contact the Religious Education Office at (516) 746-6585 x9404. Catechists Wanted Special Needs Program We are in need of caring individuals who are able to volunteer time for children with special needs. Experience is not necessary; we will provide training and guidance. If you believe you are the person to fill our needs, or you would like further information, please contact Mrs. Elaine Smith, Director of Special Needs at (516) 746-6585 x9406. 1 st Communion DVDs Arrived The DVDs of the 1 st Communion Liturgies that took place at Saint Aidan on April 27 th, May 4 th and May 11 th have been delivered. Families who ordered DVDs may pick them up from the Religious Education office during normal Office Hours (10:00 AM 4:00 PM, Monday Friday.) Volunteers Needed It is not too early to consider serving within the Religious Education during the next school year. With over 1,100 students we will need numerous dedicated people to serve as teachers, substitute teachers, hall monitors, etc. Won t you give some prayerful thought to joining us. You will provide a valuable service to our students and to our parish. Please contact the Religious Education for more information at (516) 746-6585 x9404. We will conduct training classes at various times during the summer months. Office Hours The Religious Education office (Upper School, Room 301) is open from 10:00 AM 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
Religion and Rock-Tune into Religion and Rock with Msgr. Jim Vlaun on Sunday from 7:00-8:00 AM on WBAB 102.3 FM or 95.3 on the East End of Long Island. Listen on Saturdays at 11:00 PM on Sirius Radio Channel 159, the Catholic Channel and at 11:00 PM on XM Satellite Channel 117. You can visit us anytime to listen or download a show at www.religionandrock.com. or Religion & Rock on Tunes. For more information about our television shows go to www.telecaretv.org. or, for more information, please call (516) 538-8704. Religion and Rock-Themes for the month of July: July 28th (Volunteering/Giving). Pilgrimage to the Holy Land-Join the Church of St. Anne (Father Steve Pietrowski) on a trip to the Holy Land February 18-27, 2014 $2,999 from New York. Round-trip airfare, airline fuel surcharges and airport taxes 8 nights at centrally located first class hotels, breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, transportation by air-conditioned motor coach, assistance of a professional local Catholic guide(s), sightseeing and admissions fees. Mass daily and spiritual activities, luggage handling, flight bag or portfolio of all travel documents. To make a reservation contact Yaritza or Carol at (800) 206-8687. St. Gregory s Theatre Group proudly presents its 34th year. Andrew Lloyd Weber s rock musical Jesus Christ Superstar directed by Kathy Rollo Ferrara, with musical direction by Frank Sanchez. Show dates and times are August 2nd, 3rd, 7th, 8th 9th and 10th at 8:00 PM. Performances will be held in the air conditioned St. Gregory s Gregorian Hall (Cross Island parkway North and 87th Avenue, Bellerose. $18.00 adults/$15.00 seniors, children (under 12) $7.00. Group sales available. For information go to tickets@sgtg.org or call the box office at (718) 989-2451. St. Gregory s Theatre has offered fine theatre since 1979. New York 2013 Shalom Festival-If God is for us, who can be against us? Rom 8: 31. Holy Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, Word of God, Spirit-Filled Praise & Worship, Gracious Presence of Bishops. Celebrate life with Jesus. All are welcome. Kellenberg HS (1400 Glenn Curtis Blvd., Uniondale) September 7th from 9:00 AM-9:00 PM. Registration Fees: $40 (includes lunch and dinner). For information visit SHALOMWORLD.ORG. Our Lady of the Snows, Floral Park, NY-Feast of St. Rocco-Come celebrate with us on August 11th for the procession and Mass starting at 3:00 PM, Bishop Raymond Chappetto will preside and Father Kevin O Brien will be the main celebrant. For information please call Luz Rebong at (718) 217-9424 or (718) 598-1795. 34th Annual Grande Festa Italiana, North Hempstead Beach Park, Port Washington-September 4th-8th. The largest and oldest feast on Long Island! Great rides, games delicious food, live entertainment, casino, fireworks Sunday night at 9:30 PM. Ample parking. All proceeds donated to charity. For information please call (516) 767-3123. Theology of the Body Training presented by the Diocese of Rockville Centre-Respect Life Office and Office of Faith Formation, Children and Youth-...provided those answers that I never received as a kid growing up. August 27th for general audiences, 28th, and 29th for middle and high school from 9:00 AM-3:00 PM. Guest speaker: Damon Owens August 27th (general audience) from 9:00 AM-3:00 PM, Guest speaker: Brian Butler, August 29th. Seminary of the Immaculate Conception, Huntington. Cost: $30. Have you ever wondered Who am I? and Who are you, Lord? Respect life will host nationally known speaker, Damon Owens, who will explore these questions. This special presentation is for anyone searching for their ultimate purpose in life as it breaks open the most basic truths and questions of human existence. Discover the clues to the meaning of your life that God has woven into the very fabric of your existence. The simplicity and beauty of this purpose ultimately reveals the very nature of God. Who should attend? DRE s, youth ministers, catechists, deacons, teachers, principals, parents, RCIA teachers, chaplains, theology teachers, etc. Any questions please call 678-5800 x626 or 381.