A 8, 2018 R R C C Resurrection Parish Mission Statement 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 the Rectory and leave your name and phone number. 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.
Second Sunday of Easter (or Sunday of Divine Mercy) April 8, 2018 Who indeed is the victor over the world but the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God? 1 John 5:5 TODAY S READINGS First Reading The community of believers was of one heart and mind (Acts 4:32-35). Psalm Give thanks to the Lord for he is good, his love is everlasting (Psalm 118). Second Reading Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ is begotten by God (1 John 5:1-6). Gospel The risen Christ comes to his disciples with peace and the Spirit. (John 20:19-31). 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. S, A 8: S S E ( S D M ) Saturday 5:00 p.m. - Ellen Johnson (Anniversary) 9:00 a.m. - The People of the Parish 11:00 a.m. - Easter Novena Intentions M, A 9: T A L 8:30 a.m. - Easter Novena Intentions T, A 10: 8:30 a.m. - Phyllis, Kathleen, & Joseph Palumbo W, A 11: S S 8:30 a.m. - Elizabeth McGrath (14 th Anniversary) T, A 12: 8:30 a.m. - Theresa Anastasio F, A 13: S M I 8:30 a.m. - Mary & Owen Wright & Family (Remembrance) S, A 14: 8:30 a.m. - Joan Dowd (Anniversary) The Eucharistic Gifts of Wine & Altar Breads for the Weekend Liturgies have been offered for: Raymond Loughran Requested by: Your Loving Mom & Dad The Eucharistic Gifts of Wine & Altar Breads for the Weekday Liturgies have been offered for: Patrick Sheehan (Birthday Remembrance) Requested by: Your loving Wife Extreme Christians This Sunday s first reading is one of the descriptions of ideal apostolic life. It begins with the community being one in heart and mind. They not only believed in the same Risen Lord, but their love for Him showed in their love for each other. They were not just a community or parish; they were one family. Acts shows two ways the Christian communities began to change the world. First, they told anyone who would listen about the resurrection with great power. (Acts 4:33) You can take that as power to do miracles, healings, etc. But it can also mean the power of conviction: They were so excited about Jesus resurrection, that they couldn t stop talking about it. We could use some of that fervor today. I sometimes think the only reason we don t do miracles ourselves is that we don t really believe we could. God can do miracles any time he wants. But we can t receive them if we don t have faith. Instead of trying to believe that you can do a miracle, try believing that God can do it for you. The second way the disciples stood out was their willingness to give up anything for the Lord. Luke uses the example of selling their property to share with those in need. But some went even further, giving up their lives for the faith. That kind of witness nothing can make me give up my faith. So what am I willing to give up for the Lord? It s easy to throw money in a collection for the poor. How about giving some time to feed the poor, or help build a home for someone, or maybe the time to be a sponsor for a convert? The love you show to others could be their only experience of God s love. Tom Schmidt, Copyright J. S. Paluch Co.
The Sick of Our Parish Lyndon Balter, Lilianna Biscone, Helena Carney, Charles Comi, Anthony Crudo, Diana Hardy Cummings, Claire Denver, Carissa D Alba, Anna DiMattei, JoAnn DiSarno, Laura Dorant, Genevieve Duffy, Natalie Ferber, Riley Ferguson, Teresa Ferrier, Edward French, Judy French, Christopher Gari, Billy Hensch, Mary Hose, Janet Jemec, Kevin Michael Kelly, David Kennedy, Geraldine Kopp, Olivia LaSpina, Nancy Lawrence, Lisa LoBosco, 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, Bill Minze, Carmela Naimoli, Emily Grace Nevara, baby Nolan, Laura O Brien, Kimberly Palmo, Joseph Quaranta, Sana Razzano, Ela Reyes, Nicholas Rodick, Evan Romano, Charles Sabatino, Rosa Maria Santos, Ann Serini, Moira Sharkey, Anthony Siconolfi, Bernard Snyder, Janet Springer, John Stilp, baby Vivian, Summer Wagner, Stephen Wiegand Kindly notify the Rectory with any updates. POWER OF PRAYER Please pray this week for the following Priests of our Diocese: 8 Sunday: Fr. Emilio J. Salerno 9 Monday: Bishop Paul R. Sanchez 10 Tuesday: Fr. Pablo Sans 11 Wednesday: Bishop Guy A. Sansaricq 12 Thursday: Fr. Anthony J. Sansone 13 Friday: Fr. Robert J. Sarno 14 Saturday: Fr. Gerard J. Sauer 2018 Baptism Class Dates (1 st or 2 nd Sat. of the month at 10:30am) May 12, June 2 Please call the rectory to register 2018 Baptism Dates (2 nd Sunday of the month at 12:15pm) April 8, May 13, June 10 ARE YOU BEING CALLED to serve as Lectors, Extraordinary Ministers and/or Ushers THE NEXT TRAINING WORKSHOP IS: Saturday, April 21, 2018 in Brooklyn 9:00-3:30 If you would like to serve, contact Fr. With FROM THE PASTOR S DESK Annual Catholic Appeal Prayer God and Father of all gifts, we praise you, the source of all we are. Teach us to acknowledge always with generous gratitude the many good things your infinite love has given us, as we support the work of our Diocese in Brooklyn and Queens. Open our hearts that we may answer your call to follow the message of the Gospel as disciples in love and service, so that all my come to know you. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. We sincerely ask that everyone prayerfully consider making a gift to the 2018 Annual Catholic Appeal. The work and services made possible through your donation helps people in Brooklyn and Queens in ways that no one parish can alone. We encourage all to watch the brief 2018 ACA Video online at: CFBQ.org/ACA Video Parish Goal: $44,539.00 Raised: $1,820.00 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 PLEASE HELP KEEP YOUR PARISH UP TO DATE If you are new to our parish, please register. If you have a new address or phone # or are moving out of the Parish, please contact the Rectory at 718-743-7234.
2018 PARISH CALENDAR M, A 9: The Annunciation of the Lord 9:00 a.m.: Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary, & Divine Mercy Chaplet (Church) 7:00-8:15 p.m.: Religious Ed - Grades 4-7 & SS T, A 10: 7:00-8:30 p.m.: Bible Study W, A 11: S. S 3:30-4:45 p.m.: Religious Ed grades 1-3 7:00 p.m.: Scouts (Church basement) 7:00-8:30 p.m.: Yarns of Love (Rectory bsmnt) T, A 12: Holocaust Remembrance Day 9:00 a.m.: Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet (Church) 6:00-8:00 p.m.: JP2 Youth Group (Rectory bsmnt) 7:00-9:00 p.m.: Choir Rehearsal (Church) F, A 13: St. Martin I S, A 14: 4:00-4:30 p.m.: Confessions (Church) 5:00 p.m.: Vigil Mass (Church) S, A 15: Third 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) St. Jerome famously said "Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ. We are all encouraged to know more about God and our faith by deepening our understanding and love of God through the bible. Please join us on: Tuesday evenings from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in the rectory basement. ALL ARE INVITED. Meetings resume April 10, 2018 2018 PARISH SUPPORT PROGRAM All parishioners are asked to use the weekly offertory envelopes. Please register at the rectory. April 8 Weekly Offering April 8 My Easter Gift to Church April 15 Weekly Offering April 15 Easter Offering PLEASE VIST OUR WEBSITE www.resurrection-brooklyn.org Resurrection would like to invite Catholic boys and girls, 4th grade and up, to become a Parish Altar Server. Training Provided Flexible Schedule Friendly Environment Please contact: Theresa Naimoli 917-626-2961 FROM ST. EDMUND PREPARATORY H.S. Please join us in recognizing & congratulating the following students of our Parish who have achieved academic honors at St. Edmund Preparatory High School for the second marking period (November 10, 2017 - January 19, 2018): Justina Abruscato 12 th grade First Honors Anthony Colombo 12 th grade First Honors Kenneth Dellosso 10 th grade Second Honors Kevin Dellosso 12 th grade Second Honors Robert Dellosso 12 th grade First Honors Brianna Donnery 11 th grade First Honors Dylan Esposito 11 th grade Second Honors Thomas Good 11 th grade First Honors Christina Kennedy 11 th grade Principal s List Louis Lombardi 12 th grade Principal s List Teresa McLinden 9 th grade Second Honors Elizabeth McLinden 11 th grade First Honors Matthew Moran 9 th grade First Honors Hannah Scott 11 th grade Principal s List Rose Sullivan 9 th grade Principal s List Joseph Vitella 10 th grade Second Honors Congratulations! YARNS OF LOVE Do you like to knit and/or crochet or want to learn? Come join us! We meet on Wednesdays 7:00 p.m. in the Rectory basement New members always welcome Call Phyllis at 1-917-385-5735 Next Meeting April 15, 2018 after the 11:00 Mass in the School Hall New Members always welcome Please contact Rose Coulson at 347-866-1848
2017-2018 RESURRECTION OFFICE FAITH FORMATION 718-891-0888 Resurrection-Brooklyn.org M. 9-12 7-8:15, T. 9-12 1-3 W. 9-12 1-5, T. 9-12 NO OFFICE HOURS FRIDAY +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Faith Formation Schedule Grades 4-7 Mondays 7:00-8:15 p.m. Grades 1-3 Wednesdays 3:30-4:45 p.m. ATTENTION ALL 6 TH, 7 TH, & 8 TH GRADERS YOU RE INVITED TO JOIN OUR JP2 YOUTH MINISTRY Resurrection - 2331 Gerritsen Avenue Rectory Basement Every Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Next Meeting April 12 th ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ St. Columba - 2245 Kimball Street Monsignor Jolley Hall Tuesday, open gym April 10 th & 24 th 6:00-8:00pm Friday, April 13 th & 27 th 6:30-9:00pm +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ A V 18+ G N Frank Morale, Youth Minister fmorale.ym@gmail.com www.jp2youth.org Facebook: jp2 youth What are you doing to enrich your marriage? Around the DEANERY Spiritual Direction - Good Shepherd Rectory For more information, please call 718-998-2800, leave your name & number and a trained Spiritual director will contact you to discuss further. Good Shepherd Catholic Club - (1884 Stuart St.) will be hosting a FREE 4-week Stress Management Workshop on Wednesday evenings 7:00-8:30, March 21, 28, April 11, 18. Pre-registration required. catholicclubstressworkshop@yahoo.com or call 718-916-5515. Bereavement Group - St. Thomas Aquinas Meets the 1 st and 3 rd Wednesday of every month. For more information, please contact Fr. Kieran at 718-253-4404. Midwood Catholic Academy - (1501 Hendrickson St.) SPRING FLING CARD PARTY - St. Thomas Aquinas Gymnasium, Friday, April 20 th, 7:00 p.m. (doors open 6:30)-Tickets $25 ($30 at the door). Call 718-377-1800 for ticket information. Saint Columba Church Ladies Guild - SPRING FEST RAFFLE NIGHT (Annual Card Party) Friday, April 20 th - doors open 6:30pm - Msgr. Jolley Hall - 2245 Kimball St. - $25. Call Rose at 718-627-4247 St. Edmund Elementary - America the Beautiful Card Party - April 27 th 7:00pm - School Parish Hall $25 incl chips, soda, coffee/tea, dessert & ticket for door prize. Special prize for most patriotic dressed. Please call 718-648-9229 for tickets. Visit www.foryourmarriage.org Worldwide Marriage Encounter A WEEKEND TO ENRICH GOOD MARRIAGES Restore Communication, Renew Commitment, Rekindle Romance The next weekends in 2018 are April 27-29, July 14-15, September 14-16 & November 16-18. Please visit our website www.wwme.org. For more info, please call Richard & Pinky Arteca at 877-697-9963 or visit them at https://bq-wwme.org. Lifeline for Marriages RETROUVAILLE (pronounced re-tro-vī) (a program for marriages in trouble) The 2018 Weekends on Long Island are May 4, September 7, November 9 Contact: John & Linda Pisano 516-427-5474 Email: 3028@retrouvaille.org Website: www.retrouvaille.org 2017 Tax Contribution Statements If you wish to receive a copy of your statement, please complete this form and place it in the collection basket or return to the parish office. No phone requests will be accepted. Thank you. Please include a self-addressed, legal sized, stamped envelope. Name: Phone: Address: Envelope # (a # followed by a letter)
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