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A community of Faith hope and love hope and love Fourth Sunday in ordinary time January 30, 2011 Lord, may we glory in your praise!

2 MISSION STATEMENT We are a Parish Community of men and women who serve God, our country and one another. Inspired by St. Bernard s love of God and humanity, we proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ by praying and worshipping together, educating one another in faith, providing assistance for those in need, working for justice in the world, and welcoming all to the sacramental life of the Church in the Roman Catholic tradition. With Faith, Hope, and Love, we dedicate ourselves to the mission of living and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ in the world. 731-4220/731-4355 Fax Email: Parish@StBernardsLevittown.org Website: www.stbernardslevittown.org PASTORAL TEAM Rev. Gerard A. Ringenback, Pastor Rev. Christopher M. Costigan, Assistant Pastor Rev. Mr. John Blakeney, Deacon Rev. Cyprian Osuegbu, Resident Center for Religious Education & RCIA Sr. Margaret Sammon, O.P., Director 731-8511/731-7860 Fax The Religious Center is closed on Fridays. Parish Social Ministry Sr. Christine Sammons, O.P., Coordinator 731-6074 Youth Ministry Mike Rodgers, Coordinator MRodgers@StBernardsLevittown.org or 516-978-8193 Liturgical Music Mary Jane Witte, Director 731-4220 Adult Faith Formation Diane Vella, Pastoral Associate dvella@stbernardslevittown.org or 731-4220 Church Rose Marie Rotondo, Sacristan 731-4220 Facilities Len Lanzi, Facilities Manager 731-4220 Frank Santillo, Maintenance Supervisor IN RESIDENCE: Rev. Msgr. George P. Graham, Pastor Emeritus PARISH MEMBERSHIP We welcome new members to St. Bernard s Parish, a community of faith, hope, and love. We will strive to foster your spiritual growth and hope you will share with us the gifts God has given to you. Please register by stopping by the rectory and completing the registration form. If you move away, please notify us as well. Bulletin Deadline: Friday, 5:00 pm, nine days prior to publication. You may email us at Bulletin@StBernardsLevittown.org or leave a hard copy in the inbox on the bulletin desk in the Parish Office. Thank you for your cooperation! SPIRITUAL LIFE Schedule of Masses: SATURDAY: 5:00 PM SUNDAY: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM (FAMILY MASS) 10:30 AM, 12:00 N, 5:30 PM WEEKDAYS: 7:00 AM & 9:00 AM SATURDAYS: 9:00 AM HOLY DAYS: See website: www.stbernardslevittown.org Confessions: SATURDAY: 4:00-5:00 PM & 7:30-8:00 PM WEEKDAYS: After the 7:00 am Mass Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Novena and Benediction: MONDAY Evening: 7:30 PM, in the Church. Morning Prayer: MONDAY to SATURDAY: 8:30 AM Books are available. Please join us. Baptism of Children: We welcome infants and children to our Christian community! Baptisms are held select Sundays at 1:30 pm. Arrangements should be made at least 6 weeks prior to an anticipated Baptism. Prior to the baptism, parents will meet with a parish staff member to be welcomed and make arrangements, and then participate in a group conversation with other parents presenting children for Baptism. These group gatherings are held on selected Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm. Please call 731-4220 to arrange an initial meeting. Marriages: Church arrangements should be made at least 6 months before the marriage and before making any contracts with restaurants or caterers. Please call the Rectory to set up an appointment with a priest, 731-4220. Ministry to the Sick and Aging: If you are, or know of someone who is homebound and would like to receive Holy Communion, please call Sister Christine at 731-6074. PARISH & COMMUNITY SERVICES AA Meetings: Tues.& Sun 8:PM, Women, Sat. 11:AM Birthright of Nassau/Suffolk: 785-4070. Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court St. Pius X, No. 1690: Every second Thursday, 7:30 pm, Parish Center. Charismatic Prayer Group: Wednesday evenings at 8:00 PM in the Parish Center. All are welcome. Call 933-5431 or 731-3395. Children s Choir: Thursday evenings at 6:15 PM in the Parish Center, Ernie & Maryclare Meditz: 731-1809. Church Choir: Every Tuesday evening at 7:30 PM in the Church. Family, Marriage & Individual Counseling: Catholic Counseling Center, phone 631-243-2503. Folk Group: Wednesdays, 8:00-9:30 PM. If you are interested, please call Carmen Greico at 735-1939. Knights of Columbus, Holy Innocents Council. Membership info 731-9018 Men s Catholic Fellowship: Sunday evenings at 7:00 PM in the Church. Ministry of Consolation: For information, call the Parish Office at 731-4220 Ministry of Praise: Sister Christine Sammons, O.P. 731-6074. Nocturnal Adoration Society: Hour of Adoration, every first Saturday of the month from 8:00-9:00 PM. Pastoral Council: Every first Tuesday at 7:30 PM in the Rectory. Rosary Society: First Monday of the month at 8:00 PM (September June). St. Bernard s of Levittown Widows and Widowers: Every second Thursday of the month at 8:00 PM (dance is on the 4th Friday of the month), Elks Lodge, 2162 Veteran s Blvd., Massapequa. Call Chris at 631-842-6734. St. Bernard s Youth Basketball (CYO): Tom Page, 731-4403/Bill Beiersdorfer, 731-7980. St. Vincent de Paul Society: 735-3218. Tender Garden, Early Childhood Learning Center: 731-4322. Usher Society: Head Usher, Jerry Rosalia 735-9022. Wedding Coordinator: Rose Marie Rotondo 731-4220.

clairvaux chronicle Next week: is Hospitality Sunday February 6 At all Masses, St. Bernard s will thank and bless all married couples for their contributions to our community One Faith, One Hope, Many Gifts This weekend we launch the Catholic Ministries Appeal for 2011 here at St. Bernard s. Once again we have had another outstanding year in 2010 by going over our goal of $93,193 by some 124%. What that has meant in terms of rebate from the diocese is a total of over $35,000. You might think of it as our best fund-raiser. At the same time the major portion of what has been contributed goes to support the various ministries of our diocese including Catholic Charities, education, formation, pastoral outreach, and the seminary. I mention the seminary in particular because we have seen the results of seminary formation with the ordination in 2009 of Fr. Mike Bartholomew who comes from St. Bernard s Parish. Most of the priests of the diocese including myself, Fr. Chris, and Msgr. Graham studied at our seminary in Huntington. It is a rare thing for an individual diocese to have its own seminary. It is supported in part by the ministries appeal. Beyond the seminary there are hundreds of thousands who benefit directly and indirectly from the appeal each year. Please invite anyone you know who may be interested! On Thursday, February 3, 2011, the feast of St. Blaise, throats will be blessed after the 7:00 am and 9:00 am Masses For more information regarding The Catholic Ministries Appeal turn to page 11. Despite these hard economic times, it is impressive to see how St. Bernard s Parish continues to reach our goal and exceed it. It is a tribute to the 441 families who contributed to the appeal last year. When we speak of our theme of gifted, engaged, and growing it is encouraging to see how parish families are so willing to share their financial gifts in a spirit of gratitude for the blessings God has given to them. Once again I invite each parish family to share in this important undertaking. You have received or will receive a letter from Bishop Murphy which provides a convenient way to make a pledge or an initial contribution. Simply fill out the information requested and return it directly to the diocese. Thank you for making St. Bernard s one of the stars of the appeal. I trust that it will be another outstanding year for the parish. New President for St. Vincent de Paul This year the St. Vincent de Paul Conference of St. Bernard s will have a new president in the person of Pat Rosalia. After 6 years of service as president, Al Gillis will be stepping down but will continue as an active member of the conference. We are very grateful to Al for his many years of service, his dedication, and his deep concern for the poor and the needy. We welcome Pat and pray that she and all the members of the conference will continue to do great work for those most in need. 3

4 Parish news Rosary Confraternity Meeting will be held on Monday, February 7 after novena prayers. They will be meeting in the Parish Center for the recitation of the rosary and all women of the parish are welcome. Refreshments will be served. Nocturnal adoration society Gathers this Saturday, February 5, at 8:00 pm in the Church. All are welcome to attend and spend time in adoration of our Savior. Columbiettes valentine breakfast Sunday, February 13, 2011 Boy scout Sunday is February 6 Please come and join your fellow scouts, both cub scouts and boy scouts at 9:00 am Mass. Boys should be in full uniform and will receive a patch from their specific unit for doing so. 10:00 am to 12 Noon, $ 7.00 per person Knights of Columbus Hall 3581 Jeffries Road, Levittown, NY For Tickets Call: Cathy Gould - 796-9154 or Joanne McHugh - 622-3356 We are happy to announce that the 7th Grade Religious Education Students sold 840 cupcakes and raised $1,220.00 for the Mahoney family. Thank you all that supported this Fundraiser. Please continue to pray for Andrew Mahoney and his family. Friday, February 18 at 7:30 pm Family Life Ministry will hold Candy Bar Bingo, details to follow. Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 7:00 pm Parish Auction, details see page 13. Parish stewardship sunday collections January 23, 2011 January, 2010 $ 12,676.95 $ 15,613.30 620 envelopes 718 envelopes Faith Direct $ 2,436.49 - - - - - - - - - - Total Collection Total Collection $ 15, 113.44 $ 15,344.90 2nd Collection 2nd Collection Fuel Collection Fuel Collection $ 5,129.05 $ 5,344.90 381 envelopes 445 envelopes Thank you for your continued generosity Second Collection on February 6, 2011 will be for The Church in Need. The monies collected at this time will be shared among three area of the world where there is particular need for help. The Church in Central and Eastern Europe. The Church in Latin America. The Church in Africa. Please help to keep faith strong in the world. Knights Of Columbus Holy Innocents Council 3581 Presents The Annual Martin And Helen Curtin Memorial Birthright Fundraiser At Holy Innocents Council Hall 3581 Jeffries Road Levittown, NY Sunday February 20, 2011 3:00pm To 6:00pm $ 17.50 Per Person Includes: Music-Food- Tap Beer- Wine- Soda Tickets Available At The Council Or Call Deputy Grand Knight Ed Scheid for more information at 516-395-7208

mass intentions Monday, January 31, St.John Bosco, priest 7:00 am The Nicholas Family 9:00 am Catherine Carroll Tuesday, February 1 7:00 am The Nicholas Family 9:00 am Henry Carroll Wednesday, February 2, The Presentation of the Lord 7:00 am The Kraye Family 9:00 am Michael and Mary Sammon Thursday, February 3, St. Blaise, bishop 7:00 am The Nicholas Family 9:00 am Connie Sclascia Friday, February 4 7:00 am John Quinn 2nd Anniversary 9:00 am Bill Lacey Saturday, February 5, St. Agatha, virgin 900 am Thomas Hannon 5:00 pm For all parishioners Sunday, February 6 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 am Livng & deceased members of The Lynch and Albano families 9:00 am John and Barbara Noonan 10:30 am Maryann Sanchez 12 noon Helen Stone 5:30 pm Grace Miller PARISH SCHEDULE Prayers requested For the sick of our parish family and those who care for them Dennys Barrera Caesar Diaz Edmund Higbee Gary Leshinsky Joseph Newmeyer Mike Perfetti Helen Pfeifer Laureen Quinn-Sturge Luke Rosato Eve Saint Thomas Saint Rosemarie Singer Ellen Stoff Sean Wilson All names will be left on the list for 4 weeks after you call in. After that time we ask, if necessary, to call again. Thank you for cooperating and God bless all. Pray for our beloved deceased and those who mourn for them. Angelina Torre Joseph Pinero Monday, January 31 7:30 pm Baptism Prep, Parish Center 7:30 pm Miraculous Medal Novena, Church 8:00 pm Msgr. Bible Class, Parish Center Tuesday, February 1 7:00 pm Scouts, Youth Ministry Room, School 7:00 pm Rosary recitation in Spanish, Prayer Room 7:30 pm PFI, Parish Center Wednesday, February 2 7:30 pm Sponsor Meeting, Cafeteria 8:00 pm Prayer Group, Parish Center Thursday, February 3 10:00 am Shawl Ministry 6:15 pm Children s Choir Friday, February 4 Saturday, February 5 9:00 am First Communion Parent Mtg., Cafeteria 10:00 am K of C Basketball Throw, Gym 10:00 am Strengths Group, Parish Center 6:00 pm Charitable Kidz, Souper Bowl Sunday, February 6, Hospitality Sunday, Charitable Kidz, Souper Bowl After all Masses 9:00 am Boy Scout Mass 1:30 pm Baptisms, Church 6:00 pm Youth Ministry, Youth Rm. School 7:00 pm Men s Prayer Group, Prayer Room The Gifts of bread and wine have been requested in friendship for Betty Lalonde by a Friend Friday, February 4th is the First Friday of the month and is always dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. 5

Gifted, engaged, growing St. BErnarD S pastoral plan Goal 1: To provide opportunities for all parishioners to discover and live their strengths, and thereby engage more parishioners in service to the parish and community. Last chance to sign up for February Strengths Group! Take the StrengthsFinder and join a group! Learn about God s plan for your life, and have fun doing it!! Saturdays February 5 and 12, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (bring coffee and lunch!) Facilitated by Pastoral Associate Diane Vella and parishioner Mike Bartholomew Sr. You have to take the StrengthsFinder to participate. There s still time!! Purchase the book Living Your Strengths or Viva Sus Fortalezas any time in the parish office for $10. It contains the directions on how to take the StrengthsFinder online and receive an immediate MESSAGE FROM GOD For information and registration contact Diane Vella at 516-731-4220 or dvella@stbernardslevittown.org. Goal 3: To increase support and recognition of engaged parishioners LAST CHANCE TO SUBMIT NOMINATIONS for our FIRST ANNUAL SPIRIT OF ST. BERNARD AWARD! This award will be given annually to a parishioner or parishioners who have responded exceptionally to their baptismal call to build up the Kingdom of God in the parish of Saint Bernard, especially in the year just completed. These men and women have followed the call of Christ and participated in the mission of the parish by praying and worshipping, educating others in the faith, assisting those in need, working for justice in the world. They have shown their devotion to the Holy Father, the Diocese, and the Parish through their commitment to the corporal and spiritual works of mercy. Qualifications for nominees are as follows: Registered parishioners of Saint Bernard s who participate regularly in Sunday Eucharist and the sacraments.. Members of a formal parish organization or group, or may work informally. Consideration is to be given to those whose work is seen by the parish as well as those who work behind the scenes. Nominees cannot be prior recipients of the Diocesan Saint Agnes Medal. PLEASE SUBMIT FORMAL LETTERS OF NOMINATION DETAILING HOW THE NOMINEE/S MEETS THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS TO FATHER JERRY NO LATER THAN TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2011 6

Gifted, engaged, growing St. BErnarD S pastoral plan Goal #2: To motivate and equip engaged parishioners to reach out and invite others to become engaged. Do you know a young adult (20 s-40 s) who would like to connect more deeply with their Catholic faith? (maybe even you!!) Goal #3: To increase support and recognition of engaged parishioners Do you have the time and talent to facilitate a small faith-sharing group for five weeks this Lent? Then do what you do best at St. Bernard s! If you are an experienced small group facilitator, or if God gave you the talent to listen and gently encourage others to share faith, you may be able to be trained to facilitate a group in the parish. AWAKENING FAITH is a learning/discussion program just for them or you! Why Awakening Faith? Because you re a grown-up and you need a grown-up faith Because you need support in living the Christian life Because you have kids Because you need spirituality and community in this crazy world 6 Saturday mornings beginning March 5 9:00 10:15 a.m. in the school or 5 Tuesday evenings beginning March 15 7:30 9:00 p.m. in the parish center See www.awakeningfaith.org and the Awakening Faith link on the home page at www.stbernardslevittown.org Not a facilitator type?? Why not take a step and join a faith-sharing group this Lent? Faith-sharing groups are small groups of six to eight people who meet together on a weekly basis during Lent to share their experience of faith with one another. A facilitator gently guides the conversation and sharing, and leads prayer. This year s faith sharing process will center on the experience of the Eucharist in our lives. Never joined a group before?? Think about it for this Lent. Sign-ups begin in February; watch the parish bulletin and website www.stbernardslevittown.org. For information or sign-ups on any Gifted, Engaged, and Growing activity, contact Diane Vella at 516-731-4220 or dvella@stbernardslevittown.org. 7

Liturgy corner Edited by Father Chris Costigan Belonging More Deeply: Engaging and Growing in the Eucharist Week Three: The Liturgy of the Word and Sacred Scripture Last week as a parish we reflected on our preparation for Mass and on the Entrance and Introductory Rites. This week our focus moves to the Liturgy of the Word and the use of Sacred Scripture in the liturgy. The General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) states: The main part of the Liturgy of the Word is made up of the readings from Sacred Scripture together with the chants occurring between them. The homily, Profession of Faith, and Prayer of the Faithful, however, develop and conclude this part of the Mass. For in the readings, as explained by the homily, God speaks to his people, opening up to them the mystery of redemption and salvation and offering them spiritual nourishment; and Christ himself is present in the midst of the faithful through his word. By their silence and singing the people make God's word their own, and they also affirm their adherence to it by means of the Profession of Faith. Finally, having been nourished by it, they pour out their petitions in the Prayer of the Faithful for the needs of the entire Church and for the salvation of the whole world. (55) As you can see the, Liturgy of the Word is made up of many parts, not just the specific readings from the Bible read at each Mass. The readings at Sunday Mass are chosen according to a three-year cycle for most of the liturgical year. This year we are in cycle "A" and will hear mostly from the Gospel of Matthew as we proceed through the year. Cycle "B" focuses on the Gospel of Mark, and during the summer we hear from the Gospel of John, specifically the Bread of Life Discourse. Year "C" features the Gospel of Luke. Some feasts and solemnities have different readings for each cycle, whereas others have the same readings year after year. The first reading at Sunday Mass is normally from the Old Testament and is chosen because it corresponds to the Gospel reading. The psalm which is normally sung in a responsorial fashion in most parishes is taken from the Book of Psalms, and occasionally from a canticle from another book of the Bible (such as the Magnificat found in the Gospel of Luke). The psalm is part of Scripture! It is not just a musical interlude between readings. That is why it is never appropriate to substitute a song, even a song based on Scripture. The second reading at Sunday Mass is from one of the New Testament epistles, or letters (usually Saint Paul). The reading is chosen independent of the Gospel and first reading, which is why it doesn't seem to fit into the theme many times. The epistles are generally read in continuation from week to week. So, if you come every Sunday you will hear the rest of the letter! The homily is an important part of the Liturgy of the Word and is required every Sunday and Holy Day of Obligation. The GIRM states that "it should be an exposition of some aspect of the readings from Sacred Scripture or of another text from the Ordinary or from the Proper of the Mass of the day and should take into account both the mystery being celebrated and the particular needs of the listeners" (65). Also included in the Liturgy of the Word is the Creed or Profession Faith and the Universal Prayer (Intercessions of Prayer of the Faithful). Another important part of the Liturgy of the Word is silence between the readings and after the homily to reflect on the Word of God. Sacred Scripture is not limited to the Liturgy of the Word! Scripture is always present in the Mass. The sign of the Cross and priest's greeting at the beginning of Mass come right from the Bible, as do many of the prayers of both the priest and people. Some obvious examples include the Institution Narrative in the Eucharistic Prayer, the Sanctus (Holy Holy Holy), the Lord's Prayer, the Lamb of God both in the Agnus Dei chant and the invitation to communion. Even our response to the invitation to Communion (Lord I am not worthy...) is taken from the prayer of the centurion. As you come to Mass, listen to the prayer said by the priest and pay attention to the words you say. You will soon see just how much Sacred Scripture is contained in the words of the liturgy! 8

Parish social ministry Sr. Christine Sammons, O.P., 731-6074 St. Vincent de Paul: Our St. Bernard s Conference of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul has been ministering to the Levittown community since 1955. The men and women of our Conference are part of an international organization which seeks, in a spirit of justice and charity, and by person-to-person involvement, to be present to those who are suffering. For the past 6+ years, Al Gillis has served as president, and we thank him for his dedication and leadership. He has contributed a great deal of time and energy to the Conference, and for that we are most grateful. The members of the Conference have chosen Patricia Rosalia as their new president. The other officers chosen are: Ken Hall, Pat Ryan, Marie Wagner and Jim O Connor. As always, our local St. Vincent de Paul Society continues to rely on the financial support of our parishioners through your direct monetary donations to the poor boxes, and provisions for our pantry. The members of the Society ask for your prayerful support as they minister along with Parish Social Ministry to meet the needs of our community. Thanks to everyone who helps with food and other necessities for our pantry. We are most grateful for everything dropped off in church and our office. This week our pantry needs include: cereal (hot and cold), canned meat and fish (especially tuna), coffee and tea, dessert mixes, canned fruit, tomato products of all kinds, hearty soups. In addition, we can always use paper towels and toilet tissue, as well as tissues and napkins. Toiletries of all kinds and Pampers and wipes for our little ones are always welcome! the SoupEr Bowl of CarInG: Our Charitable KIDZ, their parents and friends will be one of almost 15,000 groups throughout the country participating in the Souper Bowl of Caring next weekend. After each Mass on February 5 th and 6 th, our young people will be outside of church with their soup pots to receive your loose change, bills and checks (made out to Parish Social Ministry). We are collecting for a group called Amahoro, which means peace in the Rwandan language. One member of the group is Liz Gannon Graydon, the daughter of Joe Gannon of our parish. She and six of her friends have visited villages, built since the Rwandan genocide, and are helping provide for education and basic needs of living for some of the survivors of the genocide with resulted in 800,000 deaths in 1994. Every cent of your donations will be given directly to Amahoro to further their work. To learn more about the group, check out their excellent website: whatbetterlookslike.com which was created by Liz and her husband Rob Graydon. This is the fourth year we have participated in this event, and our teens have raised over $10,000. Anyone wishing to participate in the Souper Bowl of Caring may contact Carol and Ted Blach at charitablekidz@aol.com. We thank you in advance for your participation! Meals-on-Wheels: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, an extraordinary team of men and women deliver 25 meals to the frail elderly members of our community. If you are in a position to be on call to deliver a meal or two after the 9:00 Mass, please call our office. From time to time we need a substitute driver, and would be happy to add your name to our list. It is a very wonderful ministry and corporal work of mercy. 9

We Are in the Pews We have been away for many years We came to escape some sorrow We came to experience acceptance We came to recapture a spiritual feeling of times past We came to learn more about out faith Readings for January 30 february 6, 2011 IT S NOT TOO SOON TO START! We stay when strangers ask our names We stay when we feel God s love in the Church We stay when a voice sings loud and clear near us We stay when a handshake and smile speaks of Christ We now become one those in the pews Who sing loudly and clearly Who shakes a hand and looks each person in the eye Who shares Christ s love through service to the Church Who greets others and asks their names and life stories We want others to understand We can be Christ to each other We are in the pews We are aware of one another God bless, Jennifer Cottone A reflection from a member of the Parish Council on her experience of parish life at St.Bernard s Wednesday, February 2, 2011 is the feast of the Presentation of the Lord in the Temple. What a bright light must have shown on the Temple the day the Lord Jesus was presented by Mary and Joseph. Cradled in the loving arms of His mother, and protectively guarded by His earthly father Joseph, Jesus began His ministry of light, blazing into the hearts of Anna and Simeon who had waited so long for His coming. Editor s Assistant 2008 Christ, be our light! Shine in our hearts, shine through the darkness! Christ be out light! Shine in the Church gathered today! Sunday, January 30. Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Zephaniah 2:3; 3:12-13; Psalm 146:6-10; 1 Corinthians 1:26-31; Matthew 5:1-12 Monday, January 31. Hebrews 11:32-40; Psalm 31:20-24; Mark 5:1-20 Tuesday, February 1. Hebrews 12:1-4; Psalm 22:26-28,30-32; Mark 5:21-43 Wednesday, February 2. Malachi 3:1-4; Psalm 24:7-10; Hebrews 2:14-18; Luke 2:22-40 Thursday, February 3. Hebrews 12:18-19, 21-24; Psalm 48:2-4, 9-11; Mark 6:7-13 Friday, February 4. Hebrews 13:1-8; Psalm 27:1, 3, 5, 8-9; Mark 6:14-29 Saturday, February 5. Hebrews 13:15-17, 20-21; Psalm 23:1-6; Mark 6:30-34 Sunday, February 6. Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Isaiah 58:7-10; Psalm 112:4-9; 1 Corinthians 2:1-5; Matthew 5:13-16 MORNING PRAYER Monday through Saturday, 8:30 am Prayer Room, Church Now that we are in an Ordinary Time cycle it is a perfect opportunity to become familiar with the Church's Liturgical Morning Prayer. These prayers are the same that Pope Benedict, religious, priests, and many lay people pray every morning. You will be most welcome to join us and books are available. You do not have to come every morning of the week, but we think that you will find that it is a beautiful way to start your day. St. MattHEw S GoSpEl With monsignor graham The next class is on Monday, January 31, at 8:00 pm in the Parish Center. He will be continuing with commentary on St. Matthew s Gospel and readings from Pope Benedict s Verbum Domini. 10

2011 Feeding the Hungry Giving hope to others Showing the way Helping those in need... St. Bernard s Parish Goal for 2011 - $ 93,718 Our parish results from last year s 2010 Appeal: Parish rebate : $35,181 Donors : 441 parishioners Total Contributions: $ 93,718 Ways to give: Return the pledge card that you received in the mail with a check Pledge over a period of 10 months Use your credit card and provide the information on your gift card Go on line to make a donation directly at : www.catholicministriesappeal.org

Holy Family School Hicksville, New York Celebrates Catholic Schools Week Join Us Open House Sunday, January 30, 2011 11:30-2:30 SEE THE STUDENTS WORK MEET THE TEACHERS SEE ALL THAT THE SCHOOL HAS TO OFFER Can t make the open house? Call (516-938-3846) or Email (PHillin@hfsli.org or VAlbrecht@hfsIi.org ) more information or a tour. at the school for Holy Family School is a nationally recognized school of excellence and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Holy Family School offers a variety of Early Childhood Programs that will prepare your child for success in Kindergarten and beyond. Holy Family School offers a full day Kindergarten program. All Holy Family School Teachers are New York State Certified. Located at Newbridge & Fordham Roads St. bernards religious education Sister Margaret Sammon, OP, Director 516-735-8511 Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time (The Beatitudes) January 30, 2011 Reading I: Zephaniah 2:3; 3:12-13 ( Seek Humility ) Reading II: I Corinthians 1:26-31 ( Boast in the Lord ) Gospel: Matthew 5:1-12 ( Blessed are You ) Adults: Which Beatitude do I identify with in my own life? How or why? Children? Am I a peacemaker as Jesus asks me to be or do I ever bully others?

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Community bulletin board Greece: In the Footsteps of St. Paul. Msgr. Jim McNamara, Spiritual Guide. Greece is very important to the early days of Christianity and to the ministry of St. Paul, the Apostle. On a recent sabbatical Msgr. Jim McNamara, pastor of Holy Cross Church, spent three months studying the writings of St. Paul and going on pilgrimage to Greece in the footsteps of St. Paul. With Mass and daily reflections he will lead pilgrims to the sites that are important in the life and ministry of St. Paul. This pilgrimage will take place September 2-9, 2011 to such places as Philippi, Kavala, Thessalonica, Delph, Athens, and Corinth with an optional three night cruise to Ephesus, Patmos, Heraklion, and Santorini: September 2 12, 2011. If you are interested in this special spiritual journey, please call 206 Tours at 631-361-4644 to request a brochure. St. Dominic High School PSAT/SAT Exam Prep Course for the May 7th Exam. Course will be held on the following Saturdays: March 12, 19 & 26 and April 2, 9 and 16, 9:00-11:30 a.m. at St. Dominic High School, Marian Hall, 110 Antice Street, Oyster Bay, NY 11771. Course Fee: $250.00 (includes textbook). If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Dillon at 516-922-4888 ext. 6522. holy innocents #3581 knights of Columbus is holding the ANNUAL FREE THROW BASKETBALL COMPETITION Saturday, February 5, 2011, starting at 10:00 am in St. Bernard s Gymnasium The competition is open to all boys and girls 9 years to 14 years of age. Boys and girls 8 years of age may compete, however they do not advance in the competition. Please bring a copy of the child s birth certificate. Any further questions, call: 516-731-9018 I will do more than belong - I will participate. I will do more than care - I will help. I will do more than believe - I will practice. I will do more than be fair - I will be kind. I will do more than forgive - I will love. I will do more than earn - I will enrich. I will do more than teach - I will serve. I will do more than live - I will grow. I will do more than be friendly - I will be a friend. Anonymous student poet. 15