O 8, 2017 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 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.
Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time October 8, 2017 S, O 8: T -S S O T 9:00 a.m. - The People of the Parish 11:00 a.m. - Those enrolled in the Purgatorial Society M, O 9: S. D & C ; S. J L 8:30 a.m. - Msgr. Francis J. Fahy (11 th Anniversary) T, O 10: 8:30 a.m. - Hugh McEneaney Wednesday, O 11: S. J XXIII 8:30 a.m. - Deceased Members of the McKiernan Family T, O 12: 8:30 a.m. - Nicolena and Frank Redling (Birthday Remembrance) F, O 13: 8:30 a.m. - Brian Toomey (5 th Anniversary Remembrance) S, O 14: St. Callistus I; Blessed Virgin Mary 8:30 a.m. - Alice and Hugh McDermott 5:00 p.m. - Joan D. Lage (2 nd Anniversary) The Eucharistic Gifts of Wine & Altar Breads for the Weekend Liturgies have been offered for: Brian Toomey (5 th Anniversary Remembrance) Requested by: The Toomey Family The Eucharistic Gifts of Wine & Altar Breads for the Weekday Liturgies have been offered for: Phyllis and Joseph Palumbo Requested by: The Palumbo Family and Susan Lukens TODAY S READINGS First Reading The vineyard of the L is the house of Israel (Isaiah 5:1-7). Psalm The vineyard of the Lord is the house of Israel (Psalm 80). Second Reading God s peace will guard your hearts and minds (Philippians 4:6-9). Gospel The kingdom of God will be given to those who will produce its fruit (Matthew 21:33-43) 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. Jesus parable is a little different from the one in the first reading. Isaiah has the vineyard under good and faithful care, but still it produces wild grapes. In the Gospel, the vineyard presumably had a good harvest, but the workers refuse to give any of the grapes to the landowner. Where do I fit in? Do I ignore all that God does to help me be a good disciple? Am I too busy to take time to pray or read the Bible? Do I hold onto grudges instead of forgiving and releasing them? Do I decline the invitations to go on a retreat? If any of these are true, I might be like the vineyard in the first reading, producing no fruit despite all the opportunities God has given me. Or we may be the other side of the coin. We had our children baptized when they were babies. We gave them as good an example as we could, teaching them to love others and be generous with what they have. Yet they grew up and drifted away from the faith. Then we have to remember how patient God is with us, God s people who don t always produce the fruits of faith. The tenants in the parable refer to those who would have Jesus crucified. God is patient with them. Look what happened to Saul, who persecuted many Christians before he became one himself. In our second reading he tells us to follow his example as he follows Christ. Then, he says, the peace of God will be with us, too (Philippians 4:6 9). Tom Schmidt, Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. PURGATORIAL SOCIETY Those enrolled this past month Thomas McMahon Carmen Calderon Joan Fitzgerald Eileen McCaul
The Sick of Our Parish Lyndon Balter, Lilianna Biscone, Helena Carney, Agnes O Neill Catalano, Charles Comi, Anthony Crudo, Diana Hardy Cummings, Claire Denver, Carissa D Alba, Anna DiMattei, JoAnn DiSarno, Genevieve Duffy, 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, 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, Kimberly Palmo, Joseph Quaranta, Sana Razzano, Ela Reyes, Nicholas Rodick, Evan Romano, Charles Sabatino, Theresa Samuelsen, Rosa Maria Santos, Ann Serini, Moira Sharkey, Anthony Siconolfi, Bernard Snyder, Janet Springer, John Stilp, baby Vivian, Summer Wagner, Jane Wallace, Stephen Wiegand Kindly notify the Rectory with any updates. Msgr. Conrad R. Dietz John Michael Cardozo POWER OF PRAYER Please pray this week for the following Priests of our Diocese: Sunday: Msgr. Lawrence E. Hinch Monday: Fr. Timothy J. Hirten Tuesday: Fr. Richard J. Hoare Wednesday: Fr. Joseph M. Hoffman Thursday: Fr. Joseph T. Holcomb Friday: Fr. William M. Hoppe Saturday: Fr. Francis J. Hughes 2017 Baptism Class Dates (1 st or 2 nd Sat. of the month at 10:30am) November 4, December 2 Please call the rectory to register 2017 Baptism Dates (2 nd Sunday of the month at 12:15pm) October 8, November 12, December 10 FROM THE PASTOR S DESK THANK YOU and your parishioners for the hospitality and generosity shown to Fr. Deva, the missionary who visited. Hopefully the appeal gave the members of your parish the opportunity to understand more fully the missionary task of the universal Church. The $2,000 donation from your parish is surely needed and appreciated by the Diocese of Sultanpet in India. The generous response of your parishioners is a tangible example of their prayerful and sacrificial participation in our common mission. Sincerely, Rev. Msgr. J. Nagle PLEASE PRAY FOR VOCATIONS This is the Lord s doing and it is amazing in our eyes. Being chosen to serve as a priest or in the consecrated life is an amazing work of the Lord. Ask the Holy Spirit and our Blessed Mother to help you recognize and be faithful to your vocation. Contact the Vocation Office at 718-827-2454 or email: vocations@diobrook.org Am I Called to be a Deacon The Diaconate Formation Office has scheduled several inquiry sessions. The age to apply to formation is between 35 to 60 years old. If interested in becoming a deacon, please call the rectory to schedule an appointment to meet with Fr. With. CONVOCATION of LITURGICAL and PASTORAL MINISTERS - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 st Immaculate Conception Center 7200 Douglaston Parkway, Douglaston, NY Open to Extraordinary Ministers, Lectors, Ushers, Sacristans, & Music Ministry If you haven t received further info by email or mail, please contact Mary Jane at the Rectory. TO ALL EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS There are a small number of Eucharistic Ministers who have been committed to the ministry of visiting the sick at home and in The Chateau Nursing Home (formally Crown). They bring Our Lord Jesus Christ to the patients who cannot join us in the communal Celebration of the Mass. We are in desperate need of help, especially for the Nursing Home. In the Gospel of Matthew 25:40, Jesus says, Truly I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me. Would you answer Jesus s call to visit the sick and home bound even for one Sunday a month? Please leave your name & number at the Rectory & Donna Byrnes will get in touch with you. Sincere gratitude.
PARISH CALENDAR M, O 9: St. Denis & Companions; St. John Leonardi; Columbus Day 9:00 a.m.: Miraculous Medal Novena, Rosary, & Divine Mercy Chaplet (Church) *RECTORY CLOSED* *NO Religious Ed Classes grades 4-7 T, O 10: 9:00 a.m.: Rosary (Church) 7:00 P.M.: Confirmation Candidates & Sponsors Practice (Church) W, O 11: St. John XXIII 9:00 a.m.: Rosary (Church) 3:30-4:45 p.m.: Religious Ed Classes grades 1-3 & SSW 7:00 p.m.: Scouts (Church basement) 7:00-8:30 p.m.: Yarns of Love (Rectory bsmnt) T, O 12: 9:00 a.m.: Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet 7:00-9:00 p.m.: Choir Rehearsal (Church) F, O 13: 100 th Anniversary of our Lady of Fatima (May - October) 9:00 a.m. Rosary (Church) S, O 14: St. Callistus I; Blessed Virgin Mary 9:00 a.m.: Rosary (Church) 11:00 a.m.: CONFIRMATION (Church) 4:00-4:30 p.m.: Confessions (Church) 5:00 p.m.: Vigil Mass (Church) S, O 15: Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time; Laity Sunday 9:00 a.m.: Mass (Church) *Bake Sale after Mass 11:00 a.m.: Mass (Church) *Bake Sale after Mass 12:00 p.m.: Rosary (Church) 12:00 p.m.: Women s Club (School Hall) 2017 PARISH SUPPORT PROGRAM All parishioners are asked to use the weekly offertory envelopes. Please register at the rectory. October 8 Weekly Offering October 8 Music Ministry October 8 Fuel Offering October 15 Weekly Offering October 15 Renovation & Repair www.resurrection-brooklyn.org The Rectory will be closed on Monday, October 9 th in honor of Columbus Day BAKE SALE SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15 TH after the 9 & 11 Masses Please Support them Next Meeting October 15 th after the 11:00 Mass in the School Hall New Members always welcome Please contact Rose Coulson at 347-866-1848 YARNS OF LOVE Meets Wednesdays from 7-8:30 pm in the Rectory Basement Do you like to knit and/or crochet or want to learn? Come Join Us! New members always welcome Call Phyllis at 1-917-385-5735 Duane Reade will be offering flu shots on Saturday, October 28 th from 10:00 a.m. to noon here at Resurrection in the School Hall. You must sign-up in Church or call the Rectory if you d like to receive a flu shot. BRING YOUR INSURANCE CARD R - 1250 CLUB N D S, N 19, 2017 11:00 M $10 D / $1,250 $125 T SAVE the DATE CHRISTMAS FAIR Sunday, December 3, 2017 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. School Hall
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 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Confirmation Candidate Meetings Tues. Oct. 10: Candidates & Sponsors 7:00pm in the Church. An adult must represent you. Sat. Oct. 14: CONFIRMATION DAY Candidates & Sponsors 10:15am in the auditorium Sun. Oct. 15: Candidates meet for 11am Mass +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Faith Formation Schedule Grades 4-7 Mondays 7:00-8:15 p.m. Grades 1-3 Wednesdays 3:30-4:45 p.m. Mon. Oct. 9: No Classes - Columbus Day Around the DEANERY Our Lady Help of Christians R.C. Church - 90 th Anniversary - Sunday, Oct. 15 th 11:00am Mass, followed by luncheon from 1-5pm at Buckley s Restaurant, Ave. S & Nostrand Ave. For more info call Mary Dory at 718-338-8149 or Peggy Fiorella at 718-258-3143. Good Shepherd - School Reunion - Graduates of all years invited, Saturday, October 21, 2017, 5:00pm Mass followed by a tour of the School & Reception. St. Columba - Fall Fest 2017 - Sat., Oct. 21st, Monsignor Jolley Hall - Doors open at 11:30am An afternoon of fun, prizes, raffles (Penny Auction style) $30 p/p For info & tickets call Maryann at 718-338-2277. ALL CATHOLIC SCHOOL OPEN HOUSES ARE POSTED IN THE CHURCH VESTIBULE JP2 YOUTH GROUP All 6 th, 7 th, & 8 th Graders Come Join us St. Columba - 2245 Kimball Street Friday, October 13 th 6:30-9:00 p.m. Monday, October 16 th 6:30-8:30 p.m. Resurrection Rectory Basement Thursday, October 19 th 6:00-8:00 p.m. A V 18+ G N Frank Morale, Youth Minister fmorale.ym@gmail.com Our Lady of Grace Church 3 rd Annual Card Party Friday, October 13 th 7:00 pm (Doors open 6pm) Over 100 prizes * Live Games * 50/50 * Hot Buffet & Dessert * Wine Bar * Father Cutrone Gym 385 Avenue W (Corner of E. 2 nd Street) Tickets $35 p/p (Table of 10 $300) (Door prize included with each ticket) Call Carol 718-627-2020 L.A.O.H. Division 19 - St. Brigid ANNUAL CARD PARTY Sunday, October 22, 2017 1:00-5:00 p.m. BAILE NA N GAEL - HOME OF THE IRISH 2750 Gerritsen Avenue Tickets $15 p/p - Reserve yours early Basket Raffles, 50/50, Lotto Board & More For info/tickets call Ann Marie at 917-847-1599 Would you like to make a difference in your community, the country, or the world? Do you want to serve those in need & work for social justice? Check out RESPONSE 2018, a free guide listing nearly 200 faith-based volunteer programs & thousands of opportunities. Contact Catholic Volunteer Network to receive your free copy of RESPONSE 2018. Call 800-543-5046 or email info@catholicvolunteernetwork.org. You can also search RESPONSE 2018 online at www.catholicvolunteernetwork.org. 50th Jubilee of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal All are invited to join the Celebration Called to be My Witnesses on Saturday, October 14 th, 2017 Sts. Simon & Jude Church Hall 185 Van Sicklen Street, Brooklyn, NY 11223 9:00am - 4:00pm Guest Speaker: Fr. Bill Halbing Witnesses: Kevin Connolly & Donica Allen Music Ministries: Revelation 23 & People of Praise Please register by October 3 rd Registration $20 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Cell #: Prayer Group: Light Breakfast & Lunch included: Check/money order payable to: CRO, PO Box 340683, Brooklyn, NY11234 Event Sponsored by: Charismatic Renewal Diocese of Brooklyn Hosted by: Sts. Simon & Jude Church For further information call: 718-377-4101 or e-mail: crobkny1@verizon.net
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