M 14, 2017 R R C C Resurrection Parish Mission Statement JESUS SAID, IN MY FATHER S HOUSE THERE ARE MANY DWELLING PLACES. JOHN 14:2 Rev. William A. With, Pastor Rev. Michael C. Gribbon, Parochial Vicar Mrs. Angela Parente, Director of Faith Formation: 1-718-891-0888 Mr. Vincent Lee, Director of Music: Phone 1-718-743-7234 Mr. John Fox, Resurrection Sports Association Director: 1-718-934-5003 Also Ministered by: The Sisters of St. Joseph, Brentwood We, the Body of Christ of Resurrection Parish in Gerritsen Beach, Brooklyn, proclaim our service to God, our Church, and our Community. We celebrate the sacramental life of the Church to serve the needs of our parishioners and neighbors always with faith, hope and charity to grow in love and service to God and one another. As a community of believers we will build up our parish as Jesus proclaimed that He is The Resurrection and the Life. I am the Resurrection and the Life Rectory 2331 Gerritsen Ave. Brooklyn, New York 11229 Phone: 718-743-7234 Fax: 718-743-0152 Website: resurrection-brooklyn.org Masses Weekday: 8:30 a.m. Saturday (Vigil): 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Rectory Office Hours Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Closed on Saturday & Sunday) Confession Saturday: 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Other times: By arrangement with Priest at Rectory. Anointing of the Sick Anyone scheduled to enter the hospital or is sick should be anointed. The anointing of the sick is held every Saturday after the 8:30 a.m. Mass. Just ask the Priest and he will pray with you and administer the Sacrament of the Sick. Parish Membership Every parishioner should be formally registered with the parish. Likewise, parishioners are encouraged to use the Sunday collection envelopes. We invite you to register at the Rectory Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. or complete a registration form, found in Church, and drop off at the Rectory. Vocations Are you being called to the Priesthood or Religious Life? Speak with a Priest or Religious or contact the Vocation Office at 718-827-2454 or vocations@diobrook.org. Baptisms Usually, on the second Sunday of the month at 12:15 p.m. Parents wishing to have their child baptized must attend a class prior to the Baptism. Classes are usually held the first Saturday of the month at 10:30 a.m.. Please call the Rectory to register. Marriages Arrangements must be made with the Priest at least 6 months prior to the wedding. One party should be a parishioner. For information on pre-cana, visit www.pre-cana.org Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Instructions for non-catholic adults interested in becoming Catholics are held during the year. Instructions for Catholics who have not received the Sacraments of the Eucharist and Confirmation are also given. Anybody interested is asked to call Jim Giorgio at 718-648-6234. Devotions Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet recited after 8:30 a.m. Mass Mondays. Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet is recited on Thursdays after 8:30 a.m. Mass. The Rosary is recited after the 11:00 a.m. Mass each Sunday. Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn Catholic Cemeteries Please contact 718-894-4888 for more information.
Fifth Sunday of Easter May 14, 2017 I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. John 14:6 S, M 14: F S E 9:00 a.m. - The People of the Parish 11:00 a.m. - Mother s Day Novena M, M 15: S. I 8:30 a.m.- Mother s Day Novena T, M 16: W, M 17: T, M 18: S. J I F, M 19: S, M 20: S. B S 5:00 p.m. - Deceased Members of the Zadera Family The Eucharistic Gifts of Wine & Altar Breads for the Weekend Liturgies have been offered for: Edna Weber & Brandon Weber & Katinas Families Requested by: Mary Ann Weber The Eucharistic Gifts of Wine & Altar Breads for the Weekday Liturgies have been offered for: Sis Edwards Requested by: Carolyn & Frank Spinner TODAY S READINGS First Reading To meet their growing needs, the community chooses seven reputable men to serve the new Greek believers (Acts 6:1-7). Psalm Lord, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you (Psalm 33). Second Reading We, like living stones, let ourselves be built into a spiritual house (1 Peter 2:4-9). Gospel Show us the Father, Philip asks Jesus. To which Jesus replies: Whoever sees me, sees the Father (John 14:1-12). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. Greater Than Jesus? Of all the promises Jesus gave to his disciples, sometimes I find the one at the end of today s Gospel to be the most amazing of all. Jesus tells his disciples that they would do greater works than he did. What could be greater than walking on water, curing a blind man, raising the dead, or feeding five thousand people with only a few loaves of bread? First, we have to ask what Jesus would think is greater. The apostles performed many miracles because of their faith in the Lord. They cured the sick, and Peter even brought a dead woman back to life (Acts 9:40). But even these signs are not greater than what Jesus did. No, Jesus meant greater in the sense of the true work of a disciple. The disciples started right after Pentecost, when they received the power of the Holy Spirit. Peter went outside and began preaching to the people, resulting in three thousand people being baptized. I wonder if we have that same kind of trust in Jesus that the apostles had. Maybe we have to start like they did. They talked about their experience of finding the empty tomb. They prayed, they discussed what had happened, and they looked for Jesus to appear to them. We can do those same things. We can talk about our faith with our families or in a parish discussion group. We can pray to be filled with the gifts of the Spirit and to see Jesus in other people. And we can look for God to act in our lives so that we can share God s love, which has been given to us, with those who do not know the Lord. Tom Schmidt, Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. A M D P My heart is filled with thanks for you, my loving mother. On Mother s Day and every day I ask God to watch over you. Thank you God for choosing you to be my mother. Heartfelt joy is how I feel when I think of you. Everything I am is because of what you have taught me. Rejoice to the Lord, for He has given me you! Amen
The Sick of Our Parish Lyndon Balter, Lilianna Biscone, Helena Carney, Charles Comi, Anthony Crudo, Diana Hardy Cummings, Claire Denver, Anna DiMattei, JoAnn DiSarno, Genevieve Duffy, Kenny Farrell, Natalie Ferber, Riley Ferguson, Edward French, Judy French, Christopher Gari, Joseph Giardina, Billy Hensch, Mary Hose, Chester Irvin, Janet Jemec, Sophie Jemec, Kevin Michael Kelly, David Kennedy, Carmen Kokolus, Geraldine Kopp, Olivia LaSpina, Nancy Lawrence, Anne Lee, Kim Loccissano, Dominca Lombardi, Pasqualino Lombardi, Patricia Lombardi, Juan Roberto Luciano, Andrea Martin, Edward McCarthy, Mary McCormick, Margaret (Peggy) McDonough, Carmen Delia Mejia, Thomas & Marilyn Meyer, Carmela Naimoli, Emily Grace Nevara, Jefferson Nieto, Laura O Brien, Joseph Quaranta, Sana Razzano, Ela Reyes, Nicholas Rodick, Evan Romano, Charles Sabatino, Theresa Samuelsen, Ann Serini, Moira Sharkey, Anthony Siconolfi, Bernard Snyder, Janet Springer, John Stilp, Dennis Joseph Tikkinen, baby Vivian, Summer Wagner, Jane Wallace, Stephen Wiegand, Mary Zajac Kindly notify the Rectory with any updates. POWER OF PRAYER Please pray this week for the following Priests of our Diocese: Sunday: Fr. Richard J. Bretone Monday: Fr. Mark Bristol Tuesday: Fr. Edward G. Brophy Wednesday: Fr. Thomas F. Brosnan Thursday: Msgr. John J. Brown (dec d) Friday: Fr. Michael J.S. Bruno Saturday: Fr. Vito A. Buonanno Mary Jane Gross 2017 Baptism Class Dates (1 st Saturday of the month at 10:30 am) May 13, June 3, July 8 Please call the rectory to register 2017 Baptism Dates (2 nd Sunday of the month at 12:15 pm) May 14, June 11, July 9 FROM THE PASTOR S DESK Registration for 2017-18 is now open at GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Now enrolling Pre-K3 to 8th grade To learn about the benefits of a Catholic education please contact Principal John O Brien at 718-339-2745 ********************************************************** Don t miss out on valuable scholarship opportunities www.futuresineducation.org ********************************************************** WE RE SAVING A SEAT FOR YOU! 1943 Brown Street, Brooklyn, NY 11229 www.goodshepherdbklyn.org DIOCESAN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Saturday, May 20, 2017 11:00 AM Immaculate Conception Center 7200 Douglaston Parkway Douglaston, NY All couples who have celebrated their marriages in the Catholic Church are invited. Special recognition will be given to couples who are celebrating their 25th, 50th, and 75th Anniversary All couples are invited to attend with their families To register, please call the Rectory asap. THE SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DEPAUL GIVES BACK For each car, truck, van (running or not) the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, will give back to Resurrection $50 to $100. To donate call the Society of St. Vincent de Paul at 718-491-2525. Visit us at svdpauto-brooklynqueens.org Dear Fellow Parishioners, Since 2013 alone, the Saint Vincent de Paul Car Donation Program has given back over $250,000 to local parishes throughout the New York Metropolitan Area (Resurrection just received a check for $150 last week). Your donation has helped many individuals in need in your neighborhood. Only through the generosity of countless parishioners are we able to make a difference. Please help us to continue to make a difference by spreading the word to anyone you know that would like to donate a vehicle, running or not, leaving a review on Google, and liking us on Social Media. Together we can continue our mission in helping the less fortunate. With much thanks and many blessings, Jim Shea, St. Vincent de Paul program Coordinator
PARISH CALENDAR M, M 15: St. Isidore 9:00 a.m.: Miraculous Medal Novena Rosary, & Divine Mercy Chaplet (Church 7:00-8:15 p.m.: Religious Ed Grades 4-7 & SSM T, M 16: 7:30 p.m.: Parish Council (Rectory Basement) W, M 17: 3:30-4:45 p.m.: Religious Ed Grades 1-3 7:00-8:30 p.m.: Scouts (Church basement) 7:00-8:30 p.m.: Yarns of Love (Rectory bsmnt) T, M 18: St. John I 9:00 a.m.: Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet (Church) 7:30-9:00 p.m.: Choir Rehearsal (Church) F, M 19: S, M 20: St. Bernardine of Siena 4:00-4:30 p.m.: Confessions (Church) 5:00 p.m.: Vigil Mass (Church) S, M 21: Sixth Sunday of Easter 9:00 a.m.: Mass (Church) 11:00 a.m.: Mass (Church) 12:00 p.m.: Rosary (Church) 12:00 p.m.: Women s Club (School Hall) 12:00 p.m.: 1250 Drawing This week, our parish will participate in a national collection for the Trinity Dome to complete the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC, before its 100 th anniversary. Also known as America s Catholic Church, the National Shrine has been a century in the making, built by and for the faithful of our great nation in honor of our Blessed Mother, the patroness of the United States. Become a part of Mary s Shrine and help to bring to completion our Church! For more info, please visit: www.trinitydome.org. May 14 May 14 May 14 May 21 May 21 2017 PARISH SUPPORT PROGRAM All parishioners are asked to use the weekly offertory envelopes. Please register at the rectory. Weekly Offering Monthly Offering National Shrine Immaculate Conception Weekly Offering Renovation & Repair www.resurrection-brooklyn.org N M P P C T, M 16, 2017 7:30.. Resurrection Women s Club Next Meeting May 21, 2017 after the 11:00 Mass in the school hall New members are always welcome Call Rose at 347-866-1848 R - 1250 CLUB S, M 21, 2017 11:00 M $10 D / $1,250 $125 For tickets please contact Theresa at the rectory. CALLING ALL VENDORS!!!!!! Resurrection Church 2331 Gerritsen Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11229 SPRING FLEA MARKET Saturday June 3, 2017 10:00 AM 3:30 PM Table space - $35.00 per table For space - reservations please call Phyllis 917-385-5735 Name: Address: Zip: Phone #: Number of Tables Type of goods to be sold: Please return above information, along with a check or money order made out to Resurrection Church. Note on envelope Attn: Phyllis Addalli- Spring Flea Market/Yard Sale
2016-2017 RESURRECTION OFFICE FAITH FORMATION 718-891-0888 M. 9-12 & 7-8:15, T. 9-12 & 1-3 W. 9-12 & 1-5, T. 9-12 NO OFFICE HOURS FRIDAY +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Monday Grades 4-7, & SSM 7:00-8:15 pm Wednesday Grades 1-3 & SSW 3:30-4:45 pm +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ May Schedule Mon. May 15: Last day of class grades 4-7 & SSM Wed. May 17: Last day of class grades 1-3 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ REGISTRATION SCHEDULE Monday, June 5 9:30-11:30am Tuesday, June 6 9:30-11:30am & 1:15-2:45pm Wednesday, June 7 9:30-11:30am & 1:15-2:45pm Thursday, June 8 9:30-11:30am NO OFFICE HOURS ON FRIDAY *********************************************************** NEW REGISTRATIONS will need original baptismal certificates and if transferring from another school, proof of attendance and/or dates of sacraments received. Registration Fee: 1 child - $115, 2 children - $125, 3 or more children - $135 If you have any questions, please call the Office of Faith Formation at 718-891-0888 Mrs. Angela Parente, Director Resurrection-Brooklyn.org Senator Marty Golden invites you to attend a Town Hall meeting to Combat the Heroin & Opioid Epidemic on Thursday, May 18 th at 7:00 p.m. P.S. 277 - Auditorium. For more information please call 718-238-6044 or email golden@nysenate.gov Rosary for Life, Inc. A Day of Retreat will be given at Resurrection Church on Saturday, June 17 th, 2017 Presenter: Fr. George Sears, Rector at Cathedral Seminary House of Formation in Douglaston, NY The day will begin with 8:30 am Mass and end around 4:00 pm with an opportunity for individual confession. All are invited. For reservations contact Wyn (718-377-6920) by June 14 th at Rosary for Life, Inc., 3309 Avenue P, Brooklyn, NY 11234. Registration fee $30 (lunch included) must accompany reservation. Registration forms can be found in the back of the Church Tickets to the Good Shepherd Academy Card Party are now available for purchase. The event is May 19 th & will be held at St Columba. $30 p/p (includes entrance, water, soda, chips, cookies, coffee & tea) Tickets are sold on a first come basis. THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT! Please drop your money off at the Good Shepherd Catholic Academy (1943 Brown St) with your name & phone #. Each table holds 10 people. Checks need to be made out to GSCA. Interested in volunteering or donating? Donations (cash, gift cards, or items) can be dropped at the school office or you can contact Cathy Oliveri @ 646-321-5476 or Kathleen Tomassetti @917-848-7565. Thank you. St. Brendan: Raffles Night Card Party - May 19 th in the Parish Hall - Doors open 6:30pm $25 p/p - $30/door (soda, sandwiches, salads, chips, coffee, tea & dessert) 21+ Call Rectory for tickets 718-339-2828 AT RESURRECTION AUDITORIUM 2335 GERRITSEN AVENUE MAY 20 TH, 2017 SATURDAY NIGHT DOORS OPEN AT 6:30 PM FIRST RACE AT 7:30 PM ENTRY FEE INCLUDES HOT FOOD, BEVERAGES & BEER. RAFFLES AND 50/50 S AND TONS OF FUN HOSTED BY THE KINGS COUNTY ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS AND THE LADIES ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS Contact Steve Kiernan 917 886 8677 or Rose Coulson 347 866 1848 BENEFITING THE BLUE FEATHER SCHOOL GOOD SHEPHERD MEN S DAY of FAITH JUNE 3, 2017 The day begins at 7:30am w/light breakfast & lunch will also be provided. There is no charge. The day ends w/time for reconciliation followed by 5pm Mass The Day of Faith is designed to help men grow in their personal relationship with Christ & with others. It is an opportunity for Catholic men to renew their understanding of the basic beliefs & traditions of the Catholic faith. The theme of this year s retreat asks the question: Are you a follower or a disciple? Bring an open heart & a bible (if you have one) All men over 18 from participating parishes are welcome Call 718-998-2800 or GSMFM0115@gmail.com
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