SAINT NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE PARISH 150-75 Goethals Ave. Jamaica, NY 11432 (718) 969-3227 - Office (718) 380-0345 - Fax www.stnicholas-queens.org ALL ARE WELCOME! WEEKEND SCHEDULE/HORARIO DE MISAS Saturday Eve: 5:00 P.M. Sunday Masses: 7:30 A.M. 9:15 A.M. (ESPAÑOL) 10:45 A.M. 12:15 P.M. 5:00 P.M. Daily Mass - Monday to Saturday 7:45 A.M. & 12:05 P.M. BAPTISMS Parents must first make an appointment in the rectory 2 months before the date and present the original birth certificate. English: Usually the 2nd Saturday and 4th Sunday of each month at a 2:00 pm ceremony and at Sunday Mass by arrangement. Instruction class is on the first Tuesday of the month at 7:30 pm. Spanish: Usually the 3rd Sunday of each month at a 2:00 pm ceremony. Instruction class is on the Friday before at 7:00 pm. RECONCILIATION (CONFESSIONS) Monday through Saturday: 11:45 am- 12:00 Noon - Chapel Saturday: 4:00-4:45 pm - Church. And by appointment. MARRIAGE According to Diocesan regulations, arrangements must be made at least six months in advance in the rectory. CARE OF THE SICK Communion is regularly brought to the sick by the Priests and Ministers of Communion. Please let us know if someone is confined at home because of illness or age. RECTORY OFFICE HOURS Monday to Friday: 9:00 am - 12 Noon & 1:00-8:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 7:00 pm Sunday: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm ST. NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE CATHOLIC ACADEMY (Pre-K to 8) 80-22 Parsons Blvd. Phone: 718-380-1900 www.sntschoolny.org RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CENTER S 150-85 Goethals Ave. Phone: 718-591-6536 OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET Phone: 718-591-1815 Email: stnicksfleamarket@gmail.com EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Most Sundays from 1:30-4:45 pm and First Fridays. Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time February 24, 2019 Luke 6:27-28
SAINT NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE PARISH Masses for the Week ACTIVITIES FOR The week JAMAICA, NY Saturday, February 23 5:00p Thanksgiving Sunday, February 24 7:30 People of the Parish 9:15 Rocio Pongo (1st Death Anniversary) Luis A., Diocelina & Heriberto Moreno St. Jude 10:45 Lucia & Jerome Menezes Isla Laura Gutierrez (L) Ricardo Leonardo & Jon Benedict Barcenas Allen Estimo Bob Laurente Lyn Logie Ted Randazzo John Healy Benedicta Legaspi 12:15p Mary Thomas & Thomas George 5:00p Rohann Diagouraga & Elijah Jules (L) Monday, February 25 7:45 Douglas Cerna & Edgardo S. Rivera 12:05 Mariano & Aurora Z. Aquino Tuesday, February 26 7:45 Marie Alice Bourdeau 12:05 Julio Pardo Wednesday, February 27 7:45 Souls in Purgatory 12:05p Flora Torreda (L) B-Day Thursday, February 28 7:45 Jose & Celia Castellanos 12:05p Ovidio Bravo (L) B-Day & Estela Consuegra (D) Friday, March 1 7:45 Souls in Purgatory 12:05p Fr. John Francis (L) Saturday, March 2 7:45 Simplicia Lalap & Marcelo Lalap 12:05p Jocelyn Ganas 5:00p People of the Parish Sunday, March 3 7:30 Souls in Purgatory 9:15 Gracias por Ovidio Bravo (L) B-Day & Juan Gutierrez (D) 10:45 Lucia & Jerome Menezes Marie Lynn Maquiran Francisco & Flordeliza Rionda 12:15p Samuel Rodriguez 5:00p People of the Parish PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS Sick: John Alleva, Prichard Colon, Carmen Ferran, Luis Ferran, Claire Ferraro, William Gold, Collin Longo, Michael Nuzzi, Sharon Pattoon, Mike Sidell & Lucy Zhang. Deceased: Jerry Garospe Tutaan and Eleonora Valdez. SUNDAY, February 24 8:45 am - Faith Formation Classes - RE 9:00 am - Rummage Sale - Tolentine Hall 10:30 am - Grupo de Familias - Cafeteria 10:30 am - RCIA Sessions - RE 2:00 pm - Baptisms - Church MONDAY, February 25 10:00 am - Bible Study - Spanish - RE 3:00 pm - Drama Club Rehearsal - Tolentine Hall 5:00 pm - Volleyball - Gym 6:00 pm - Shelter - Austin Hall 7:00 pm - Bible Study - Spanish - RE 7:00 pm - N.A. - Cafeteria 7:00 pm - Spanish Evangelization Team - RE 7:00 pm - English Choir Practice - Church TUESDAY, February 26 9:30 am - Rosary Makers Club - Austin Hall 6:00 pm - Shelter - Austin Hall 6:00 pm - Self-Help - Seton Hall 7:00 pm - Bible Class Study (English) - RE 7:30 pm - Youth Awakening - Youth Center 8:00 pm - Ultreya - RE WEDNESDAY, February 27 6:00 pm - Shelter - Austin Hall 6:00 pm - ESL - Cafeteria - Seton Hall 7:30 pm - Spanish Choir Practice - Church THURSDAY, February 28 10:00 am - Bible Class (English) - RE 6:00 pm - Shelter - Austin Hall 6:00 pm - Self-Help - Seton Hall 7:00 pm - Grupo de Oracion - Chapel 7:30 pm - Light of Christ - Tolentine Hall FRIDAY, March 1 4:30 pm - Children s Choir Practice - Church 6:00 pm - Shelter - Austin Hall 7:00 pm - Oracion Workshop - RE 7:00 pm - Scouts - Gym, Cafeteria, Seton Hall 8:00 pm - Fil Am - Tolentine Hall SATURDAY, March 2 9:30 am - Zumba Fitness - Tolentine Hall 10:00 am - ESL - Cafeteria/Seton Hall 1:00 pm - CFD Seminar - Cafeteria 7:15 pm - A.A. - Cafeteria SUNDAY, March 3 8:45 am - Faith Formation Classes - RE 9:00 am - Rummage Sale - Tolentine Hall 10:30 am - Grupo de Familias - Cafeteria 10:30 am - RCIA Sessions - RE 2:00 pm - Baptisms - Church
Parish Stewardship seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time Next Weekend s Readings 3 Week Ending: February 17, 2019 Total Regular Collection: $ 8,641.18 Last year same weekend: $ 8,233.00 Thank you for your continued support. SECOND COLLECTION UPDATE February 24th - The second collection will be for The Tablet. Sirach 27:1-4 Character is revealed in the words we speak, opinions we hold, and values we betray. Psalm 92:2-3, 13-14, 15-16 It is good to give thanks, to sing praise, to tell the truth about the God in whom we trust. 1 Corinthians 15:54-58 What belongs to time, and what to eternity? We stockpile our treasure in either realm. Luke 6:39-45 The health of a tree is known by its fruit. How we do one thing is how we do everything. March 3rd - The second collection will be for Monthly Maintenance. St. Nick s is a welcoming community in the Catholic Tradition, enriched by many cultures, rooted in God s Word and the Eucharist, offering loving service. I give you a new commandment says the Lord: love one another as I have loved you. Are you being called to strengthen His body through a vocation to the priesthood, diaconate or the consecrated life? Contact the Vocation Office at (718) 827-2454 or email: vocations@diobrook.org. RECTORY Rev. John Francis Rev. Luçon Rigaud Pastor Parochial Vicar Rev. Thomas P. Joseph, CMI Parochial Vicar Rev. Benjamin Madu Rev. Peter A. Mahoney Deacon Thomas Jorge STAFF Mrs. Gloria Scarola Mr. Steven Acosta Mr. José L. Villanueva Sr. Karen Cavanagh, C.S.J. Ms. Christina Rosado In Residence Weekend Assistant Permanent Deacon Bookkeeper Maintenance Manager Music Director Family Minister Youth Minister ST. NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Mr. Robert Lowenberg Principal Ms. Julissa Gonzalez Mrs. Lorraine White Mrs. Sonya Vidal RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CENTER Sr. Alice Michael, S.U.S.C. Administrative Assistant Secretary Tuition Manager Director of Faith Formation (DFF) First Friday Eucharistic Adoration will be held on March 1, 2019, starting after the 7:45 am Mass and ending with a bilingual Holy Hour at 7:30pm, in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. Anointing of the Sick will be on March 2, 2019. This is held on every first Saturday of the month during the 12:05pm Mass. BEREAVEMENT/DUELO GROUP Bereavement group will meet on Monday, March 11 th in the Religious Education Center at 7:30 p.m. If you would like to share your feelings over the loss of a loved one we will be here for you, and try to accompany you during the hardest hours of your grief. Please visit St. Nick s website at: www.stnicholas-queens.org
February 24, 2019 4 From the Pastor s Desk Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful. (Lk. 6:36) This week s readings speak about the compassion, mercy and love of God. We who have received God s life and Spirit in Baptism are encouraged to express that love and forgiveness in our daily thoughts, words and actions. In the first reading, David showed his kindheartedness by the way he treated his enemy, King Saul, who was jealous of David s growing popularity. Thus, King Saul wanted to kill him. Although David had the opportunity to kill Saul when he and his men came upon Saul asleep in a cave, David chose to respect God s anointed king by not taking revenge. David s heroic act was a beautiful example of forgiving one s enemies. The Responsorial Psalm, Psalm 103, is one of my favorite psalms. King David (who forgives King Saul in the first reading) reminds us of God s mercy and compassion. As a father has compassion on his children, the Lord has likewise compassion on us. He pardons all your iniquities and heals all your ills. (Ps. 103:3) The Lord is indeed kind and merciful! Today s Gospel reading (Luke 6:27-38) is a continuation of the teaching that began in last Sunday's Gospel. We continue to hear Jesus' Sermon on the Plain. St. Luke gives us Jesus revolutionary moral teaching about correct choices in our human relationships, with very challenging and rather difficult exhortations: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. Jesus understands our weaknesses and the natural feelings of irritation, anger and sometimes even revenge when we are provoked. However, we are called to be like Christ: to live like Him, to forgive like Him, to love like Him. We ll never be able to do all these without God s grace. The good news is that by our baptism, we now share in the life and love of God. God s life in us enables us to rise above our human condition, lead to a profound conversion, and grow in the likeness of Christ. Moreover, Christ assures us that... My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness... (2 Cor.12:9) Let us pray that our hearts might truly be open to forgive one another, especially those who have hurt us. May God give us strength to conquer evil with good! God bless you! Fr. John Francis
seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CORNER 5 Sister Alice Michael, S.U.S.C. - Director of Faith Formation Contact Information 718 591-6536 For the next several weeks, we will be sharing some points that may help all of us. For the next several weeks, we will dedicate this column to some points that may enable all of us to grow in our understanding of what really happens each time that Mass is celebrated. Each Saturday evening or Sunday, we come to Mass; perform prayers and rituals that many of us have known since our childhood. We stand, sit, and kneel. We recite Holy, Holy, Holy and Lamb of God, and Thanks be to God, but what do all these prayers and rituals mean? We know them well on the one hand, but do we really understand the significance of all that we saying and doing in the liturgy of the Mass? The Mass has been the very center of Christian worship since the time of the apostles. It is the celebration of the Eucharist that Jesus instituted at the Last Supper. So important is the Mass that Vatican II (1962-1965) called it the source and summit of the Christian life. On one hand, our entire lives are directed toward Mass; and on the other hand, as Christians we find the spiritual strength, guidance, and support we need to live our regular daily lives from the Mass. This will be continued next week. Remember to clear your calendar to take part of our Parish Mission in English on March 25th, 26th and 27th at 7pm in the Church? God Bless You! Sister Alice Michael, S.U.S.C. Director of Faith Formation Durante las próximas semanas, compartiremos algunos puntos que pueden ayudarnos a todos. Durante las próximas semanas, dedicaremos esta columna a algunos puntos que pueden ayudarnos a todos a crecer en nuestra comprensión de lo que realmente sucede cada vez que se celebra la misa. Cada sábado por la tarde o domingo, vamos a misa; realizar oraciones y rituales que muchos de nosotros hemos conocido desde nuestra infancia. Nos paramos, nos sentamos y nos arrodillamos. Recitamos "Santo, Santo, Santo" y "Cordero de Dios", y "Gracias a Dios", pero qué significan todas estas oraciones y rituales? Los conocemos bien por un lado, pero entendemos realmente el significado de todo lo que decimos y hacemos en la liturgia de la misa? La misa ha sido el centro mismo del culto cristiano desde la época de los apóstoles. Es la celebración de la Eucaristía que Jesús instituyó en la última cena. Tan importante es la misa que el Vaticano II (1962-1965) la llamó "la fuente y la cumbre" de la vida cristiana. Por un lado, toda nuestra vida está dirigida hacia la misa; y, por otro lado, como cristianos encontramos la fortaleza espiritual, la guía y el apoyo que necesitamos para vivir nuestra vida diaria regular desde la misa. Esto continuará la próxima semana. Recuerda marcar su calendario para participar en nuestra Misión Parroquial en inglés los días 1 o, 2 o y 3 o de abril a las 7 pm en la Iglesia? Que Dios Los Bendiga! Hermana Alice Michael, S.U.S.C. Directora de Formación de Fe ATTENTION PLEASE ASH WEDNESDAY and GOOD FRIDAY Are days of FASTING (one full meal and two small ones For those from ages 18-59) and ABSTINENCE (no meat for those age 14 and older). The Fridays of Lent are also days of abstinence from meat. March 6, 2019 (Miércoles de Ceniza) Ash Wednesday Mass & Service Schedule: MASS SERVICE 7:30 am 8:45 am 12:05 pm 10:00 am 7:30 pm 4:00 pm
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February 24, 2019 8 PARISH CENSUS REGISTRATION We urge all Parishioners to be registered in the Parish census. This census is used for letters of recommendation, and for sponsors at sacraments. The Parish cannot give permission, sponsorship or recommendation letters to anyone who is NOT already registered as a Parishioner. To register please come to the Rectory Office. FOOD PANTRY Because of the needs of the people we serve, we need to continue our food drive. We are seeking food donations. Please bring nonperishable food items (or a monetary donation) to help our parish serve our neighbors who come to us in need. Here are some suggested items: Juice, canned vegetables and canned fruits, dried beans, canned tuna or salmon, soup, tomato sauce, peanut butter, canned beans, evaporated milk, cereal, white rice, pasta. (Please be sure items are not expired.) Zumba Fitness Lose the pounds. Save your life! Saturday March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. in Tolentine Hall Donation $7.00 Phone: 917-412-8625 ATTENTION PLEASE For those who would like to bring up the gifts during Mass, we ask that you please do the following: Sit in the pew directly in front of the gift table on the right side of the church; Speak with one of the ushers before Mass starts. Thank you. PLACE YOUR AD For parishioners seeking to advertise on the last page of our bulletin, please call 631 249-4994. The website is www.thechurchbulletin.com Rosary Makers If you are interested in learning how to make Rosaries, please leave Mila a message at 718 297-4229. Meetings are usually held every other Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. in Austin Hall. MASS INTENTIONS FOR 2019 ARE AVAILABLE MOVED Come By Our Rectory to Reserve a Mass for a Loved One. Please remember to let us know if you have moved. It is important to keep our records updated.
seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time 9 LET US PRAY A LENTEN PARISH MISSION ENGLISH Monday-Wednesday March 25-27, 2019 7:00 9:00 PM Rev. Anthony Chanan SPANISH Monday Wednesday April 1 3. 2019 7:00 9:00 PM Rev. Rafael Perez As a parish family we are urged to journey together through Lent. Missions are special opportunities to pray and reflect On our call as Christians and God s incredible grace and power in our lives. Bring your desire for God and your willingness to welcome God s mercy in your life. COME AS A FAMILY - INVITE A FRIEND OR NEIGHBOR SAINT NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE CHURCH JAMAICA, NEW YORK
February 24, 2019 10 Pilgrimage Southern Spain & Portugal Fr. Henry Torres St. Sebastián Church Date: October 4 th through 14 th Cost: $3,095 Fatima, Seville, Cordoba, Granada & Madrid. Contact Maria at (718)445-9377 or (212)676-9070 Pilgrimage Medjugorje, Austria, Prague & Poland Fr. Anthony Chanan St. Ephrem s Church Date: September 9 th through 19 th Cost: $3,395 Dubrovnik, Vienna, Salzburg, & Krakow, etc. Contact Maria at (718)445-9377 or (212)676-9070 ESL CLASSES ESL classes have resumed and are Wednesdays at 6pm in the Cafeteria and Seton Hall and Saturdays at 10 am in the Cafeteria and Seton Hall. For More information please contact Maria C. Quiroga at 1 718 380-0343. We are in need of volunteer instructors. WANTED! Nearly new or used items for re-sale at our St. Nick s table in the Flea Market. Please bring items to the rectory. (No clothing or stuffed animals.) St. Nicholas of Tolentine Shelter Our shelter is now open, through Friday, March 29, 2019. If you are interested in volunteering in our men s shelter, please sign up by filling the information below. Name: Telephone No. PARISH GIFT SHOPPE Our Parish gift shop is open on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Stop by and browse before or after Mass. Please leave this form at Saint Nicholas of Tolentine s Rectory. For more information, please contact Nilda Rivera at 917 502-9180.
SEPTIMO Domingo en Tiempo Ordinario 24 de febrero 2019 BAUTISMOS - 2019 En español El tercer domingo de cada mes a las 2:00 p.m. Los padres y los padrinos deben de asistir a una clase de preparación el Viernes anterior a las 7:00 PM. En inglés el segundo sábado y cuarto domingo de cada mes a las 2:00 p.m. Los padres y padrinos deben de asistir a la clase de preparación el primer martes a las 7:30 PM. Los padres deben de hacer una cita con uno de los sacerdotes y presentar la partida de nacimiento del niño. Los padrinos deben ser católicos practicantes. MATRIMONIO De acuerdo a las regulaciones diocesanas, la pareja necesita una preparación con seis meses de anticipación. Por favor llamen a la rectoría para fijar una cita con uno de los Sacerdotes. LA SAGRADA COMUNIÓN Los Sacerdotes o Ministros Extraordinarios de la Sagrada Comunión llevan la Comunión a las personas que se encuentran enfermas en su hogar. Por favor avísenos si sabe de alguien en necesidad de éste servicio. En caso de emergencia puede llamar a la rectoría a cualquier hora. RECONCILIACION/LA CONFESION Lunes a Sábado de 11:45 a 12:00 del mediodía en la Capilla. Sábados de 4:00 a 4:45 P.M. en la Iglesia, o por cita previa. HORARIO DE LA OFICINA PARROQUIAL Lunes a Viernes: 9:00 A.M. a 12:00 Mediodía. y 1:00 P.M. a 8:00 P.M. Sábado: 9:00 A.M. a 7:00 P.M. Domingo: 9:00 A.M. a 2:00 P.M. Por favor tengan en cuenta que a veces el Sacerdote se encuentra en la Iglesia, en alguna reunión, etc. Si desea o necesita hablar con uno de ellos es conveniente que llame con anterioridad para fijar una cita. ACADEMIA DE SAN NICOLAS DE TOLENTINO 80-22 Parsons Boulevard - Jamaica, Nueva York 11432 (718) 380-1900 - Fax (718) 591-6977 Clases desde el Pre-Kinder hasta el octavo grado. Programas antes y después de la escuela. CENTRO DE EDUCACION RELIGIOSA 150-85 Avenida Goethals - Jamaica, Nueva York 11432 (718) 591-6536. Clases desde el Kinder hasta la escuela superior, los Domingos de 8:45 a 10:30 am. Preparación para los niños y sus padres para los Sacramentos del Bautismo, Confesión, Eucaristía y Confirmación. LA SOCIEDAD HISPANA les invita al 43 Aniversario De La Cena De Gala Bailable el día Sábado 27 de abril. LA MISA DE HOY SE OFRECE POR: Rocio Pongo (1st Death Anniversary) Luis A., Diocelina & Heriberto Moreno St. Jude RCIA - RCIA tendrá lugar los domingos a las 10:30 de la mañana en el Centro Religioso. Misa de Sanación - La Misa de Sanación se celebra cada Segundo jueves del mes a las 7 de la tarde con el Padre Dario Bentancour en la Capilla. Grupo de Familias - El Grupo de Familias se reúnen cada cuarto domingo del mes a las 10:30 de la mañana el la Cafetería. Ultreya - El Grupo de Ultreya (Cursillistas) se reúnen todos los martes a las 8:00 pm de la tarde en el Centro de Educación Religiosa. Grupo de Oración - El Grupo de Oración Carismático se reúnen todos los jueves a las 7 de la tarde en la Capilla. Ministerio del Santo Rosario - El Ministerio del Santo Rosario se reúnen los lunes a las 7pm en el Centro de Educación Religiosa. Sociedad Hispana - El Grupo de Sociedad Hispana, se reúnen cada segundo domingo del mes a las 10:30 de la mañana en la Cafetería. Grupo de Evangelización - El Grupo de Evangelización para adultos se reúnen cada tercer domingo del mes a las 10:30 de la mañana en la Cafetería. ESL CLASSES - Clases de E.S.L. Gratis se dan los miércoles a las 6:00 p.m. y los sábados a las 10:00 a.m. en la Cafetería Escolar y en el Salón Seton. Para más información, llame a la María Quiroga (718) 380-0343. Años Dorados - El grupo des los Años Dorados se reúnen los martes a las 10:30 de la mañana en el Salón Tolentino, dos veces al mes. EL LIBRO DE MISAS de ENERO A DICIEMBRE DEL 2019 está abierto. La donación por cada Misa Anunciada es $15.00 y $25.00 por El Vino y el Pan. Acérquese a la Rectoría si desea separar alguna fecha. Ayuda Financiera Disponible 2019-2020 Ayuda financiera esta disponible para estudiantes elegibles en los grados K a 8, que asisten a una escuela o academia católica de Brooklyn o Queens. Deben cumplir con los requisitos de elegibilidad financiera y estar registrados/ inscritos para 2019/20 para ser consideradas. No se dará consideración a una familia que no haya completado el proceso de inscripción. Aplique Desde el 14 de enero del 2019 Aplique en la siguiente pagina del internet www.futuresineducation.org En el menú principal, seleccione SCHOLARSHIPS (becas) y luego APPLY (aplicar). Fecha Limite 29 de marzo, 2019 - Para las familias que recibieron una beca el año anterior. 29 de abril, 2019 - para las familias nuevas. Para asistencia técnica y Ayuda llame a la compañía FACTS al 866 315-9262 - lunes a jueves de 8:30 am - 8:00 pm. info@factstuitionaid.com Visite nuestra página web al: www.stnicholas-queens.org