SAINT NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE PARISH 150-75 Goethals Ave. Jamaica, NY 11432 (718) 969-3226 - 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 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. Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 28, 2018 On hearing that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out and say, Jesus, son of David, have pity on me. Mark 10:47
SAINT NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE PARISH Masses for the Week ACTIVITIES FOR The week JAMAICA, NY Saturday, October 27 5:00p Nancy Chin Gonzalez Sunday, October 28 7:30 Mariano Aquiler 9:15 Gloria Villalba Ines de Mora 10:45 Lucia Menezes Santiago Ordona, Sr. Rosita Yu Augustus Nonon Hamoy For peace in the Philippines Yoon Suk Gil Sonny King Sevilla (L) Francis Maneja (L) Dominick Safuto 12:15p Florabell Cortes 5:00p People of the Parish Monday, October 29 7:45 Joseph Richard Scarola (Joe) 12:05p Joseph Richard Scarola (Joe) Tuesday, October 30 7:45 Fr. Abraham Mathew (L) 12:05p Joseph Richard Scarola (Joe) Wednesday, October 31 7:45 M. Setia 12:05p Melchora V. Morales 7:30p Antonio Nazares (Death Anniversary) Thursday, November 1 - All Saints Day 7:30 Glenn Abella & Natividad Santos 12:05p Deceased Members of the Lorusso Family 7:30p Jose P. Calingo Friday, November 2 - All Souls Day 7:45 All the Faithful Departed 12:05p All Souls Novena 7:30p All the Faithful Departed Saturday, November 3 7:45 All Souls Novena 12:05p Samuel Rodriguez 5:00p Antonio Muñiz Sunday, November 4 7:30 People of the Parish 9:15 Deceased members of the Muñiz & Camacho Families 10:45 Purfirio R. Magnaye & Florencio R. Magnaye Sedfrey & Kaye Fernandez (L) Blissful Marriage & Thanksgiving Lucia Menezes Daisy Figueroa Rosita Yu Joseph Scarola Simplicia & Marcelo Lalap In Thanksgiving to Blessed Solano Casey Michael Nazares & Alma Consuegra (L) B-Day 12:15p Deceased Members of the Ferrari, Lindor & DeJean Families 5:00p Marie-Lynn Maquiran SUNDAY, October 28 8:45 am - Faith Formation Classes - RE 9:00 am - Outdoor Flea Market 10:00 am - Fiesta de la Raza - Tolentine Hall 10:30 am - Grupo de Familias - Cafeteria 10:30 am - RCIA Sessions - RE 2:00 pm - Baptism - Church MONDAY, October 29 10:00 am - Bible Study - Spanish - RE 3:00 pm - Drama Club Rehearsal - Tolentine Hall 5:00 pm - Volleyball - Gym 7:00 pm - Bible Study - Spanish - RE 7:00 pm - N.A. - Cafeteria 7:00 pm - NYPD Auxiliary Training - Tolentine Hall 7:00 pm - Spanish Evangelization Team - RE 7:30 pm - English Choir Practice - Church TUESDAY, October 30 10:30 am - Active Retirees - Tolentine Hall 6:00 pm - Self-Help - Seton Hall 7:15 pm - A.A. - Cafeteria 8:00 pm - Ultreya - RE WEDNESDAY, October 31 1:00 pm - UPK Party - Tolentine Hall 6:00 pm - ESL - Cafeteria/Seton Hall THURSDAY, November 1 - All Saints Day 10:00 am - Bible Study (English) - RE 6:00 pm - Self-Help - Seton Hall 7:00 pm - Grupo de Oracion - Chapel 7:30 pm - Light of Christ - Tolentine Hall FRIDAY, November 2 - All Souls Day 4:30 pm - Children s Choir Practice - Church 6:00 pm - Family Communion - RE 7:00 pm - Scouts - Gym, Cafeteria, Seton Hall 7:00 pm - Youth Movie Night - Youth Center 8:00 pm - Fil Am - Tolentine Hall SATURDAY, November 3 9:00 am - Outdoor Flea Market 9:30 am - Zumba Fitness - Tolentine Hall 10:00 am - ESL - Cafeteria/Seton Hall 3:30 pm - Followers of Jesus - FF - RE 7:15 pm - A.A. - Cafeteria SUNDAY, November 4 8:45 am - Faith Formation Classes - RE 9:00 am - Outdoor Flea Market 10:30 am - RCIA Sessions - RE PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS The Sick: Rene Handley, Mary Joseph, Mary Savarese, Sonny King Sevilla, Rick Stanton, & Ann Wilkinson. Deceased: Esperanza Gorietti and Dominick Safuto.
Parish Stewardship Week Ending: October 21, 2018 Total Regular Collection: $ 8,120.00 Last year same weekend: $ 8,484.00 Special Collection World Mission Sunday: $ 2,575.00 Thank you for your continued support. SECOND COLLECTION UPDATE November 11 th - The second collection will be for Monthly Maintenance. November 18 th - The second collection will be for Campaign For Human Development. 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. RECTORY Rev. John Francis Rev. Luçon Rigaud Pastor Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time 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) Next Weekend s Readings Deuteronomy 6:2-6 Moses tells the people that loving God unreservedly is their highest obligation. Psalm 18:2-3, 3-4, 47, 51 God is the rock upon which the believer finds strength and safety. Hebrews 7:23-28 Jesus is the greatest and final high priest who offers sacrifice once for all. Mark 12:28b-34 A scribe learns the greatest commandment and comes near to the Kingdom. Master, I want to see. Is humble service as a priest, deacon or in the consecrated life your path of holiness and eternal glory in Christ? Contact the Vocation Office at (718) 827-2454 or email: vocations@diobrook.org. All Masses in Church All Masses in Church ALL SAINTS DAY IS A HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION Mass Schedule is: WEDNESDAY October 31 st 7:30 pm - Vigil Mass THURSDAY November 1 st 7:30 am 12:05 pm 7:30 pm ALL SOULS DAY Mass Schedule is: FRIDAY November 2 nd 7:45 am 12:05 pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 7:30 pm Please visit St. Nick s website at: www.stnicholas-queens.org 3
October 28, 2018 4 From the Pastor s Desk Take courage get up, He is calling you (Mk 10:46-52) The story of Bartimaeus takes place in Jericho, a city of trade and of palm trees. When Bartimaeus, a blind beggar sitting at the roadside heard that Jesus was passing by, he cried a prayer for help: Jesus, son of David, have pity on me. He was rebuked by many, but he persisted. Jesus stopped and said, Call him. He threw off his cloak and ran to Jesus to state his need. His faith was immediately rewarded. He received the gift of sight, both physical and spiritual. He then followed Jesus on the way. Bartimaeus, son of honor, had lost his dignity Bartimaeus means son of Timaeus. The word Timaeus comes from the Greek word tima, which means honor, reverence. Thus, his name means one who is honored, revered. In his present miserable condition, i.e., sitting in the dust by the roadside, begging, this son of honor was aware that he was not living up to his name. He therefore struggled to move from the darkness of his life to the bright light of Christ. The day of his greatest opportunity When Bartimaeus heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth passing by, he decided to act. This shortest sermon of seven words prompted him to ask for Jesus help. He had waited for years for this day. This might be a once in a lifetime, golden opportunity and he was determined not to miss it! The cry of faith for deliverance The crowd around Bartimaeus didn t have any compassion for him as he cried Jesus, son of David, have pity on me (Mk 10:47). They ordered him instead to shut up. That didn t stop Bartimaeus. He needed something from Jesus and was determined to get it. When Jesus heard the cry of this beggar, He stopped in the middle of the road and called for Bartimaeus to come to Him. What a glorious moment that must have been for this blind beggar. His faith was acknowledged and he received the healing he sought from Jesus, and more! The Lord is never too busy to hear your voice We are at different stages in our spiritual journey. Some may still be sitting by the roadside, unable to see where they are going. Some may be discouraged for various reasons, and sometimes by their own culture, not to call for Jesus help. Others, on the other hand, are fortunate to have friends and a Church community who encourage them in seeking and eventually meeting Jesus. Bartimaeus teaches us to be persistent in prayer and to have a strong faith in the healing power of Jesus. He also encourages us to throw our cloaks behind and follow Him, the Living Light. Jesus is passing by He is waiting for your call. Will you make use of this golden opportunity? God bless you, Fr. John Francis Thank you to all who organized and took part in our parish s activities the past two Sundays: the Health Fair and the Ministry Fair. We are all grateful to God that He has blessed our parish family with members who joyfully and lovingly serve others for His honor and glory!
Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time RELIGIOUS EDUCATIONAL CORNER 5 Sister Alice Michael, S.U.S.C. - Director of Faith Formation Contact Information 718 591-6536 LEVANTATE LEVANTATE continues, some participating in homes and others here in our parish. All are welcome even if you have not participated in the past. For any further questions, please call Sister- Alice at 718-591-6536. RCIA These sessions have already begun. However, it is still time to come. If you or anyone you know may be interested in knowing more about the Catholic Church, desires to be baptized, receive Holy Communion and/or Confirmation, or would like information about the procedure involving marriage in the Catholic Church, please call Sister Alice at 718-591-6536 as soon as possible. We are ready to welcome you and help you in any way possible. BIBLE CLASSES These classes are taken from a great program called Abriendo el Misterio de la Biblia. It is a great opportunity to come to understand God s Plan of Salvation as found in the Bible. Though these classes are already in session, you may still join us. Those who are participating are enjoying it as well as deepening their knowledge of the Bible. Please give it a try!!! These sessions in Spanish are given every Monday at 10:00 am and repeated at 7:00 pm in the Faith Formation Center. Please call Sister Alice for any further details. This Sunday is National Priestly Sunday, a day in which we give thanks for all of your priests. We thank them for their selfless dedication and commitment to serving God and His people. Here at St. Nicholas of Tolentine we are indeed blessed with our wonderful priests. Because Father John Francis would not be here today, last Sunday we prayed and blessed him at the 10:45Mass. Then in the early afternoon the Parish Vocation Committee served all of our priests a lovely lunch as a small way to express our gratitude for their having said "yes" to God's call to their priestly vocation. At each Mass this weekend we will be praying in a special way for the celebrant. They too are with all of us who are trying to live up to our call for sanctity. In a special way today may each of our priests feel our appreciation and gratitude. Last Sunday though it was quite windy and cold, our Faith Formation children surrounded Blessed Mother at the Grotto and prayed the rosary for peace, for our families, and for our priests. Unfortunately the pictures came out too dark to publish here. Next Sunday the Faith Formation children will be celebrating All Saints Day, A great number of them will be dressed as specific saints and process around the interior of the Church at the entrance. We especially invite all of their parents, grandparents, godparents and extended members of the family to be present for this Mass. Our children need our example and support. Thank you to those who came to the Ministry Fair last Sunday, Especially those who signed up to offer their services in Faith Formation. If there is anyone else who feels they can help in anyway please call Sr. Alice at.718-591-6536. God bless you! Sister Alice Michael, S.U.S.C. Director of Faith Formation EL PROGRAMA DE EVANGELIZACION LEVANTATE LEVANTATE continua, algunos participaran desde sus hogares y otros aquí en nuestra parroquia. Para más información, llame a la hermana Alice al 718-591-6536. RCIA Estas sesiones ya han comenzado. Sin embargo, todavía es hora de venir. Si usted o alguien que conoce puede estar interesado en saber más acerca de la Iglesia Católica, desea ser bautizado, recibir la Santa Comunión y / o la Confirmación, o si desea información sobre el procedimiento del matrimonio en la Iglesia Católica, llame a la Hermana Alice al 718-591-6536 lo antes posible. Estamos listos para darle la bienvenida y ayudarlo de cualquier manera posible. CLASES BIBLICAS Estas clases están tomadas de un gran programa llamado "Abriendo el Misterio de la Biblia". Es una gran oportunidad para entender el Plan de Salvación de Dios "tal como se encuentra en la Biblia. Aunque estas clases ya están en sesión, todavía puede unirse a nosotros. Los que participan lo disfrutan y profundizan su conocimiento de la Biblia. Por favor inténtalo!!! Estas sesiones en español se imparten todos los lunes a las 10:00 am y se repiten a las 7:00 pm en el Centro de Formación en la Fe. Por favor llame a la hermana Alice para más detalles. Este domingo es el domingo nacional sacerdotal, un día en el que damos gracias por todos sus sacerdotes. Les agradecemos por su dedicación desinteresada y su compromiso de servir a Dios y a su pueblo. Aquí en San Nicolás de Tolentino, estamos bendecidos con nuestros maravillosos sacerdotes. Debido a que el padre John Francis no estaría aquí hoy, el domingo pasado oramos y lo bendecimos en la Masa 10: 45. Luego, a primera hora de la tarde, el Comité de Vocación Parroquial sirvió a todos nuestros sacerdotes un delicioso almuerzo como una pequeña manera de expresar nuestra gratitud por haber dicho "sí" al llamado de Dios a su vocación sacerdotal. En cada misa de este fin de semana, estaremos orando de manera especial por el celebrante. Ellos también están con todos nosotros que intentamos estar a la altura de nuestro llamado a la santidad. De manera especial hoy, que cada uno de nuestros sacerdotes sienta nuestro aprecio y gratitud. El domingo pasado, aunque hacía mucho viento y frío, nuestros hijos de Formación de Fe rodearon a la Santísima Madre en la Gruta y rezaron el rosario por la paz, por nuestras familias y por nuestros sacerdotes. Desafortunadamente las fotos salieron muy oscuras para publicarlas aquí. El próximo domingo, los niños de la Formación de Fe celebrarán el Día de Todos los Santos. Muchos de ellos se vestirán como santos específicos y se procesarán alrededor del interior de la Iglesia en la entrada. Invitamos especialmente a todos sus padres, abuelos, padrinos y miembros extendidos de la familia a estar presentes en esta misa. Nuestros niños necesitan nuestro ejemplo y apoyo. Gracias a quienes asistieron a la Feria del Ministerio el domingo pasado, especialmente a aquellos que se inscribieron para ofrecer sus servicios en Formación de Fe. Si hay alguien más que sienta que puede ayudar de alguna manera, llame a la Hermana. Alice al 718-591-6536. Dios te bendiga! Hermana Alice Michael, S.U.S.C. Directora de Formación de Fe
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Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time 9 MASS INTENTIONS FOR 2019 ARE NOW AVAILABLE. Come By Our Rectory to Reserve a Mass for a Loved One. Rosary Makers If you are interested in learning how to make Rosaries, please register by leaving your name and phone number in the Rectory. Meetings are usually held every other Tuesday at 9:30 am in Austin Hall.
The Legion of Mary First Meeting Monday, October 29 @7 p.m. Austin Hall (Right off the parking lot.) October 28, 2018 Anointing of the Sick will be on November 3, 2018.This is held on every first Saturday of the month during the 12:05pm Mass. 10 St. Nicholas of Tolentine Shelter Prayer, True Devotion, and Good Works. To Jesus through Mary. Our Lady is waiting for you. Our shelter will resume on Monday, November 5, 2018 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. Please leave this form at Saint Nicholas of Tolentine s Rectory. For more information, please contact Nilda Rivera at 917 502-9180.. T H E F I R S T W E D N E S D A Y NOVENA AND MASS In honor of our Mother of Perpetual Help will be on November 7, 2018, at 7:00 pm in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. PARISH GIFT SHOPPE Our Parish gift shop is open on Sundays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Stop by and browse before or after Mass. 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.)
trigésimo domingo del tiempo ordinario 28 de octubre 2018 BAUTISMOS - 2018 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. Unción de los enfermos El Sacramento de la Unción de los enfermos será celebrada sábado 3 de noviembre durante la Misa de las 12:05 pm. Novena y Misa el Primer Miércoles en honor de Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Soccorro será el día 7 de noviembre del 2018 a las 7:00 pm en la Capilla. LA MISA DE HOY SE OFRECE POR: Gloria Villalba Ines de Mora 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. REGISTRO DEL CENSO PARROQUIAL Instamos a todos los feligreses a registrarse en el censo parroquial. Este censo se usa para cartas de recomendación y para patrocinadores en sacramentos La Parroquia no puede dar permiso, patrocinio o cartas de recomendación a cualquier persona que NO esté ya registrada como Feligrés. Para registrarse, por favor venga al Oficina de la Rectoría. (que no estén vencidos). DONACIONES DE ALIMENTOS Debido a la creciente necesidad de las familias en nuestra comunidad, debemos continuar con nuestra Campaña de Donación de Alimentos. Les pedimos donaciones para ayudar a nuestros hermanos que están pasando necesidad. Buscamos alimentos enlatados y empacados. EL LIBRO DE MISAS DE ENERO A DICIEMBRE 2019: Misas para el año 2019 están disponible en la Rectoría. NO habrán reservaciones por teléfono. La Donación por Misa es de $15.00 y por El Pan y Vino es $25.00.