The Parish of the Holy Cross 95 Nichols Road + Nesconset, NY 11767 + 631.265.2200 + www.pothc.org + www.facebook.com/pothcnesconset LET ALL BE WELCOMED AS CHRIST! The Parable of the Sower Come and pray with us! 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time - July 16, 2017 WE CELEBRATE EUCHARIST Monday Thursday: 9:00 A.M. (Chapel) Saturday: 5:00 P.M. Sunday: 8:00 A.M. + 9:30 A.M. + 11:30 A.M. WE CELEBRATE RECONCILIATION Saturday: 3:45 P.M. 4:30 P.M. or call Father Michael for an appointment. WE CELEBRATE BAPTISM Baptisms are celebrated on the second and last Sunday of each month at 1 P.M. Please contact the Parish Office for more information. WE CELEBRATE WEDDINGS Couples should contact the Parish Office at least six months in advance of the proposed wedding date.
We are here for you! 631.265.2200 + Fax 631.265.2229 + pothc@optonline.net Parish Office Summer Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM (closed 12:15-1:00 PM) Rev. Michael F. Holzmann Pastor Ms. Ellen Fox Director of Religious Education Mrs. Connie Calabro Mrs. Mary Anne Mc Culloch Co-Coordinators of Parish Outreach Mrs. Judith Pickel Pastoral Associate Mrs. Jane Wirth Parish Secretary PASTORAL TEAM PASTORAL STAFF Dr. Vincent Mazurek Music Minister Deacon Ralph Rivera Pastoral Minister Mrs. Elizabeth Shea Business Manager Mr. Brian Reich Director of Music Ministry Mr. Salvatore Finocchiaro Coordinator of Youth Ministries Mr. James Reiss Mrs. Mary Pannone Religious Education Secretaries (hcreled@optonline.net) Mr. Gerald Farrell Custodian Celebrants for Next Weekend s Masses July 22nd/23rd 5:00 PM Fr. Frank Eisele 8:00 AM Msgr. Jim Vlaun 9:30 AM Fr. Frank 11:30 AM Fr. Frank Mrs. Mary Inghilterra Weekend Sacristan Mass Intentions Schedule Week of July 16th, 9AM Mass Mon. Lena Santucci Tue. William Tolley Wed. Matthew Akuntius Thu. Forero grandparents New Life in Christ Prayers for our Sick Please pray for the sick of our parish, their families and caregivers: Andrew Gallo Philomena Giordano Saturday, July 22nd, 5 PM Mass Marie Guarino, Henry Wangenstein, Richard Pepe, Terri Mooney, Rita Apollaro Sunday, July 23rd, 16th Sun. in Ordinary Time 8:00 AM People of the Parish 9:30 AM Michelle Nicolini, Angie Hennesy, Mary Viscusi, Patricia Clarke 11:30 AM Peter Medaro Scripture Readings for July 23rd, 2017 + Wisdom 12:13, 16-19 + Romans 8:26-27 + Matthew 13:24-43 Banns of Marriage~First Time Brittany Vetrone & Matthew Rivera Banns of Marriage~Third Time Jennifer Meier & Eric Elgin 2
Maker Fun Factory was Indeed Fun by Father Michael It was an amazing week here at Holy Cross with our annual Vacation Bible School. There was an abundance of life, energy, prayer, happiness and an occasional wave of chaos. There is a tremendous effort that goes into these days. The limited space we have is used with great efficiency and creativity. I am so grateful to all the helping hands that enable a program like this to come to life. It is a beautiful experience for all those involved. Thank you to all of you who supported VBS with your donation of supplies. As I write this article, it is the beginning of my fifth day of not having a computer. Apparently, my computer was hacked or infected with some kind of virus that required the machine to be taken from the office for a major overhaul. It is remarkable how dependent we become on these electronic wonders. I spent the week wandering up and down the office hallway looking for a computer that was available to me to commandeer for a few minutes. For me, it has been a week of unpleasant computer thoughts; for many of you, it has been unpleasant LIRR thoughts. Indeed, these things are an inconvenience, but all things considered there are greater evils we could be facing. Our progress in meeting our Catholic Ministries Appeal goal is slowing down. If you have not made a pledge or donation I ask you to consider doing so. With the help of everyone, we can support this important cause and meet our goal. Many thanks for your consideration and to all those who have already given. Last week I had a happy little adventure on my day off. The Taj Mahal Casino in Atlantic City closed last fall. I heard they were starting the liquidation sale, and I was able to be there for the second day. They are selling off the contents of the hotel. It is a neat experience as you can wander around the hotel looking at the many furnishings that are for sale. I was able to wander through some of the high roller suites and lounges. This sale was not as interesting as some others I had attended as they limited access and what they were selling to the lobby and several floors of guest rooms. Places like restaurants, the casino, and the convention center were not available. When I was chaplain at the high school, I was able to get a great deal on stage lighting for the auditorium from the old Sands Casino. This time, none of that type of item was available. I did pick up a nice wicker table that I can use on my patio, and I got a flat screen TV for Mom. It was a fun outing for the day. Our Outreach School Supplies Program is starting soon. Please keep an eye out for any early sales! 3
JOIN US FOR PORCH CHATS! Join Sister Pat Duffy for her Porch Chats on Monday, July 17th, at 7PM in the Holy Cross Courtyard! The topic is, Life is all about how you handle Plan B. And, don t forget to bring your lawn chair! RELIGIOUS EDUCATION A Friendly Reminder from Religious Education Re-registration for our 2017-2018 Religious Education Program is past due. Classes are being formed. We cannot hold a spot for a student who has not re-registered. If you are a new parishioner or have a child entering first grade, you must register in person at our Religious Ed Office. Please call 631-265-2200 x12. Thank you! BLOOD DRIVE SIGN-UP This weekend, volunteers will be in the Atrium to sign up blood donors. Our Annual Blood Drive will be held on Tuesday, July 25 th from 2:30 to 8:15 pm. Donors must be at least 16 years old (16 & 17 year olds will need parental permission) and weigh at least 110 pounds. Your last blood donation must have been before May 30 th. Summer is a very critical time. School Blood Drives, including elementary, high school and colleges, are a major source of donations. When schools are closed, and people are on vacation, blood shortages occur. Your blood donation is more important than ever. If it is possible for you to give the Gift of Life this year, please stop at the table in the Atrium and fill out an appointment card. You never know, the life you save may be someone you know. Thank you, The Blood Drive Committee 4
Parish of the Holy Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, July 25, 2017 2:30pm 8:30pm 95 Old Nichols Rd, Nesconset Your donation will help to save up to THREE lives. Our community hospitals need your help. Please share this lifesaving gift! ALL DONORS WILL RECEIVE A COUPON FOR A FREE LARGE SANDWICH OR SALAD AT MCDONALDS THANK YOU FOR CARING! Eligibility Criteria: Bring you Blood Donor Card or ID Eat well (low fat) & drink fluids with signature or photo. No tattoos for past 12 months Minimum weight 110 lbs. or more. Age 16 75 (16 & 17 year olds must have parental permission). For questions concerning medical eligibility call 1-800-688-0900 www.nybc.org. To schedule an appointment or for further information please contact: Barbara Shipman 631-813-9175 5
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MEETINGS THIS WEEK Saturday, July 15th BLOOD DRIVE SIGN UPS Sunday, July 16th BLOOD DRIVE SIGN UPS BAPTISMS 5:00 PM Atrium All Masses Atrium 1PM Worship Area SOCIAL SECURITY SEMINAR Did you know that you don t have to take your Social Security retirement benefits at age 62? Monday, July 17th PORCH CHATS WITH SR. PAT DUFFY Tuesday, July 18th IN STITCHES 7:00 PM Courtyard 10:00 AM Fr. Joe Room Saturday, July 22nd BLOOD DRIVE SIGN UPS Sunday, July 23rd BLOOD DRIVE SIGN UPS 5:00 PM Atrium All Masses Atrium SPECIAL COLLECTION Next weekend, at the offertory we will also be collecting for our Regional Schools. Thank you for your support! PRAY THE ROSARY Or, even when you stop working? You can defer your Social Security retirement benefits until you re 70. And, there are good reasons why you may want to do exactly that. Now more than ever, it s important for you to know how to get the most from your Social Security. Learn how to make the right calls when it comes to Social Security and your retirement. Please join us for a discussion: July 27, 2017 @ 7:30 PM Parish of the Holy Cross Holy Cross is offering an opportunity to pray the Rosary on the last Sunday of each month! Join us between the 9:30 and 11:30 Masses: Date: Sunday, July 30, 2017 Time: 10:30-11:00 AM Place: Holy Cross Chapel Presented by: Sandra Perrone MassMutual Long Island Metro Featured Speaker Edgar Montenegro Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP by July 24th at 516-682-3382. Feel free to bring a guest! 7
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