ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI 29 Northgate Drive, Greenlawn, NY Telephone: 631-757-7435 FAX #631-757-0469 E-mail: stfrangreenlawn@aol.com Website: www.stfrancisgreenlawn.org Rev. Peter F. Kaczmarek, Pastor Rev. Francois Eale, In Residence Msgr. Patrick Armshaw, Pastor Emeritus Deacon Allan Longo, Faith Formation Deacon James Byrne Deacon Jean Cantave Masses: Saturdays: 4:30pm Sundays: 8am, 10am, 12pm & 5pm (Christian Rock Mass) Weekdays: 8:30am
Mission Statement: St. Francis of Assisi Parish is a Christ-centered family of believers, celebrating Christ alive in our lives through the inspiration of the Gospel, church teachings and traditions and the Sacraments. We are sensitive to the spiritual and temporal needs of God s people, acknowledging their uniqueness and dignity and are dedicated to reaching out and serving them through prayer, liturgical celebrations and social ministries. Guided by the Holy Spirit and nourished by the Holy Eucharist, we welcome all people with, respect and compassion. We are vigilant in protecting the rights of the most vulnerable. In the tradition of our patron, St. Francis of Assisi, we put the good news of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ into action. Faith Formation(1st through 8th grade) Religious Education Coordinator: Deacon Allan Longo: 631-754-6436 Music Ministry Music Coordinator & Organist: Anthony V. DiDonna anthonydidonna@gmail.com Adult Choir Director: Lynn M. Wilson Junior Choir Director: Anthony V. DiDonna anthonydidonna@gmail.com Youth Band Coordinator: Greg Gullotti: 516-449-4346 ggullotti1@optonline.net Youth Ministry Program Ivonne Porpora: 631-499-3780 saintfrancisyouthministry@gmail.com Altar Servers Mildred Torres: AltarService.StFrancis@gmail.com Pastoral Care-Road Angels Josephine Mielcarz: 631-261-4837 Communion to the Homebound: 631-757-7435 Ministry of Consolation & Bereavement Diane Lake: 631-499-0395 Liturgical Ministry Lector & Eucharistic Ministers: Pat Brennan: 631-757-8775 Hospital Ministry: Dcn. Jim Byrne: 631-757-3389 Ushers: Paul Sepp: 631-368-7673 St. Vincent de Paul Society Meets semimonthly in the auditorium.631-651-2655 In-Home Pre-Cana Seasonally in hosts home Coordinators: Deacon Allan & Lorraine Longo 631-271-3566 Little People s Liturgy Sundays at the 10:00am Mass. Louise Mordarski: 631-796-2070 Rosy Mandel: 631-651-8431 PB&J Gang 3rd Sunday of the month Leslie Kulewicz: 631-754-2132 Ivonne Porpora: 631-499-3780 Baby Corner Eileen Byrne eileenpbyrne@gmail.com Starfish Coffee House / Young Adult Giovanna Maiello onestarfishthrower@gmail.com Trinity Regional School 1025 Fifth Avenue E. Northport Principal: Jeanne Morcone Office: 631-261-5130 Sacramental Life Baptism: Sundays at 1:30pm Contact the Rectory to schedule. Both parents must come for an interview with the priest or deacon. Class also required. Sacrament of Matrimony: Please call the rectory at least six months in advance for an appointment with a parish priest. A marriage preparation program is required. Penance/Reconciliation: Saturdays 2:00 3:30pm Also by appointment Anointing of the Sick: Every second Monday after the 8:30am Mass. Also anytime by calling the rectory at 631-757-7435. Devotional Life First Friday 9:00am 10:00am Catholic Conversion R.C.I.A. Deacon Jim Byrne: 631-757-3389 Liturgy of the Hours In church Wednesday at 8:00am Rosary: Daily at 8:00am and 9:10am Holy Hours In the church Mondays: Holy Hour for Priests 12:30pm 1:30pm Wednesdays: Sacred Heart Holy Hour 6:30pm 7:30pm Fridays: Patriotic Holy Hour 2:00pm 3:00pm Adoration Mondays & Fridays 9am-5pm Pastoral Advisory Council Neil Coscio, Chairperson: 631-261-0816 Haitian Mass Every 3rd Saturday: 6:30pm Deacon Jean Cantave : 631-896-3747 New Parishioners Every family should be properly registered. Please stop in the sacristy after Sunday Mass or at the rectory office during office hours to pick up a census form.
March 24, 2019 3 MASSES FOR THE WEEK Sunday, March 24th, 2019 8:00am St. Francis Parishioners 10:00am Kate Porto+, Donald Porter+ 12:00pm Fr. William Santeliz+, Robert Flanagan+, In Thanksgiving to St. Joseph & St. Brother Andre 5:00pm Youth of St. Francis Monday, March 25th, 2019 8:30am Elsie Levanti+ Tuesday, March 26th, 2019 8:30am Robert Flanagan+ Wednesday, March 27th, 2019 8:30am Derek Romeo+ Thursday, March 28th, 2019 8:30am Robert Flanagan+ Friday, March 29th, 2019 8:30am Ivan & Nina+ Saturday, March 30th, 2019 4:30pm Elizabeth Matnick+, Nina & Ivan+ Sunday, March 31st, 2019 8:00am St. Francis Parishioners 10:00am Kate Porto+, Crescenzo Sciancalepore+ 12:00pm Angelo & Vincenza Abbatiello+ 5:00pm Youth of St. Francis Ministers for Saturday and Sunday March 30th & 31st Saturday 4:30pm Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Jim Byrne, Lois Greaux, Thomas Lemp, Lisa Love, Mary Schlaikjer Lector: Mary Lemp Altar Servers: Need Help Sunday 8:00am Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Allan Longo, James Gribbin, Clare Intemann, Diane Lake, Lorraine Longo Lector: Linda Costello Roth Altar Servers: Kathryn Morgan, Owen Murphy 10:00am Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Jean Cantave, Peter Dowd, Nathan Kerr, Louise Mordarski, William O Brien Lector: Henry Bokuniewicz Altar Servers: Will Barbaccia, Luke Squillante 12:00pm Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Jim Byrne, Thomas Buckley, Marie Cantave, Barbara Keltos, George McGann Lector: Ellen Lobasso Altar Servers: Alex & Amanda Torres 5:00pm Eucharistic Ministers: Diane French, Catherine Kitakis Lector: Michael Kitakis Altar Servers: James Butron, Elijah Porpora SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Third Sunday of Lent; First Scrutiny Monday: Annunciation of the Lord Friday: Abstinence Saint Francis Parish/Hun ngton Hospital Eucharis c Schedule Meet at 9:15am in Hospital Lobby March 31st: *Laurette DeCabia, Gabriella Horvath, Mary Ann Farmer, Laurette DeCabia, Patricia Ammirato, Catherine Armstrong, Kathy Dyckes Please pray for the sick of the Parish Luigi Aliperti, Josephine Amadio, James Bardunias, Marilyn Bossi, Ceilia Breinlinger, Patrick Cashin, Gianna Cerulli, Pamela Chan, Joe Clines, Paul DeStefano, Walter Dichurt, Susan DiSalvo, Lorraine Drouin, Baby Layla Rose Edwards, Peggy Evans, Gerard Emma, Paul Gabel, John Geiss, Madison Gilbert, Cindy Giordano, Kathleen Gleason, Thomas Gravina, Carolyn Hansen, Sandra Henrich, Mary Ellen Hess, Victoria Hren, Bonnie Inzalaco, Courtney Kane, Joan Kessler, Kathleen Kessler, Sidney Klebenoff, Frank Kotasek, Eileen Lammers, Kathy La Russo, Carmen Lopez, Clementina Maldunado, Kim Massa, Emily McCarthy, Sean McGrath, Doris Mickowski, Charles & Maureen Mooney, Sally Mulholland, Danielle Nicosia, Barbara Nigro, Catherine Opray, Bud Pace, Irene Phillips, Concetta Porter, Frances Powers, Elizabeth Quartin, Joseph Rakowski, Sonia Ritchel, Lillian Sanchez, Marlene & Walter Scheppke, Grace Schimmel, Eleanor A. Thompson, Jolene Wahl, Frank Ward, Daniel Wilbur, Diana Willis, Carol Winges, Marlene Wyleczuk, Flori Young
March 24, 2019 4 Pastor s Desk INFORMATION NIGHT MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGE 7:30pm - April 3 rd In the Coffee House We are holding a special informational and inspirational meeting for everyone concerning the pilgrimage to Medjugorje. Sister Marcie Purpura who has led dozens of pilgrimages there, will be our featured speaker. Sister has many stories to tell and motivates hearers to consider Medjugorje by her simple conviction and witness. Time, Talent & Treasure Fostering Stewardship as a way of life Thanks for Giving First Fruits & Taking a Step!!! (Regular Sunday Offertory) March 10th s weekly offering: $8,859.00 Last year s weekly offering:$9,102.00 As stewards of our Faith, we are all called to lead by example. Let others see that when the storms come, we anchor ourselves with trust in God. As St. Joseph is a model to us, so we need to be a model for others, especially our young people. Parents, show your children that your Faith means everything to you! Statistics show that children who grew up with Parents who attended Mass regularly were more likely to continue in their Faith than those who did not. Today, more than ever, our world needs strong parents who bravely model their Faith by complete trust in God. When handing on our Faith to our children, ask St. Joseph to intercede for you to help you become the role model God intended you to be! March 24: Third Sunday of Lent In today s Gospel Jesus is quite clear in his message: bear fruit or be cut down. This Lent we are called to cultivate and fertilize our spiritual lives through prayer, fasting and almsgiving. Through your almsgiving you are performing a good work; far greater than you think. Know that your nickel, dime or quarter is multiplied by the coins place by others in the St.Vincent de Paul Poor Box. Sunday s Readings for next week, March 31st: Joshua 5:9a, 10 12...The Lord said to Joshua: Today I have removed the reproach of Egypt from you. 2 Corinthians 5:17 21 So we are ambassadors for Christ, as if God were appealing through us. Luke 15:1 3, 11 32 [Jesus said,] Now we must celebrate and rejoice, because your brother was dead and has come to life again; he was lost and has been found. Send us your email if you would like to start receiving Bringing Home the Word, a weekly message based on the Sunday Scripture readings.
March 24, 2019 5 Adoration of the Most Holy Eucharist Mondays & Fridays 9am 5pm Give adoration to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Offer Him your love and give Him thanks for the many blessings received. To visit the Blessed Sacrament is a proof of gratitude, an expression of love, and a duty of adoration toward Christ Our Lord (Paul VI, MF66) For more information contact: Buckleys @ 631-651-2619 or Lobassos @ 631-486-2155 In the event of inclement weather, there is no Adoration if Harborfields Schools are closed or have a delay DIVINE WILL STUDY GROUP Thursdays, 1-3pm in the basement auditorium here at St. Francis. Every First Saturday - join in praying 1000 Hail Marys in the church at 6:30pm III. Daniel Fleischmann, St. Martin s Bethpage to Cristina Dora Viteritti, St. Francis of Assisi First Saturday devotions at St. Francis @ 11:00am. Join us for Confession & Rosary Holy Mass at 11:30am St. Francis Seniors will be meeting here at St. Francis the first Monday of each month from 11:30am 1:00pm in the Lower Church. Our next meeting will be April 1st Attention Eucharistic Ministers! We are in desperate need of EMs for the homebound. The number of homebound in our parish has greatly increased. Please call the Rectory if you can help! Our 40 Days for Life Campaign will begin on Friday, March 8th with 25 St. Francis parishioners keeping vigil outside of the Planned Parenthood on Maple Avenue, Smithtown. They will be present for each of the Fridays in Lent. (3/8, 3/15, 3/22. 3/29, 4/5 and 4/12). 26 St. Francis parishioners have donated an holy hour of prayer at 6:30pm here at the church. This sacrificial act will continue throughout the Wednesdays during Lent, (3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10).Anyone can join us at any of the listed times, even if you had not signed up yet. Call 631-486-2155. Whatever you do for my born and pre-born brothers and sisters you do for Me.
March 24, 2019 6 Stations of the Cross Every Friday during Lent 8pm In the Church TD Bank will give St. Francis $10 for every account our parishioners have. If you bank with TD let them know you are a parishioner! TD Bank will also give St. Francis $50 for any new accounts that are opened. The parishioner that opens a new account will get $25!
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March 24, 2019 9 The Weekly St. Francis Booster Club Winner is: Peter Dowd! Tickets are $50.00 and are available in the Rectory. Your ticket is entered to win Every Week! Is God Calling You to Grow in Your Spirituality? An open invitation to the men of St. Francis of Assisi: It doesn t matter what age you are: 20,30,40 or older because in our society today, many men cannot find the time in their busy lives to grow in their spirituality. The men s retreat offers a way to spend some special time with other men in growing in our Catholic faith. The retreat begins on Friday, April 5, 2018 at 7:00pm with dinner and prayer and ends Sunday, April 7th after the 11:00am Mass. The retreat offers men a special time and place to experience God s peace and graces in their lives. The retreat is held at the Passionist Retreat House located in Jamaica Estates, all meals are served in the dining room, all retreatants have their own private bedroom, bathrooms are only steps away. If you would like additional information, please call the Retreat House at 718-739-1229 or George at 631-261-5771. Hope to see you there! St. Francis of Assisi Baby Corner Needs Donations: Huggies diapers sizes,3,4,5 and 6. We also need baby wipes and shampoo. Donations should be placed in the wooden bin in the Hallway to left of the vestibule. We are unable to take big items, if the item doesn t fit in the bin, please don t leave it. We thank you so much for your generosity as always. Our Lady s Home Visitation Program At St. Francis of Assisi The statue of Our Lady of Fatima will be visiting the home of: 3/22/19 Rosemarie Esteibar 3/29/19 Catherine Galasso 4/5/19 Marie Cantave If you would like to be added to the list, please call Rosy 631-651-8431 or Barbara 631-757-1794 Road Angels are needed to drive parishioners to and from doctor appointments. Please call the Pastoral Care Office if you can help at 261-4837
March 24, 2019 10 Peanut Butter and Jelly Gang St Francis of Assisi Church, Greenlawn Join us the third Sunday of each month from 6:30 to 8pm in the lower church Donations of smooth peanut butter, jelly, bread and sandwich bags are always appreciated Good for community service hours Loving hands, caring hearts All are welcome ~ Next date 5/19 Facilitators: Leslie Kulewicz 754-2132, Ivonne Porpora 499-3780 This month we made 743 Sandwiches!! Thanks to all who helped! Jr. Choir Calling all boys and girls, grade 2-7. Come join the St. Francis Jr. Choir. Rehearsal will be from 11-11:30, after Sunday Mass. Come sing, have fun and enjoy a snack too. Meet at the piano. Just bring a smile. For info email Anthony DiDonna at AnthonyDidonna@gmail.com St. Francis Rocks! Do you like to sing? Play an instrument? Then join us every Sunday for the 5pm Youth Mass Rehearsal starts at 4pm in the church. It s a fun way to be involved in your church! For information about the Youth Mass Contact our Youth Music Coordinator Greg at ggullotti1@optonline.net
March 24, 2019 11 Thirsting for Healing? Living Water Center is a place which provides the Healing Waters of Counseling, Prayer and Hope to those who come through our doors in Melville. Our therapists are rooted in prayer that is a basic part of our tradition and faith. Living Waters Center provides individual, Family and Couples Therapy for all life situations. Most insurance plans are accepted. For more information, please call 631-754-3990 or go to our website www. livingwaterscounseling.biz Trinity Regional School Presents Cinderella, Jr. Friday, March 29 th 7:30 pm Saturday, March 30 th 7:30pm Sunday, March 31 st 3:00pm St. Hugh of Lincoln Auditorium 1450 New York Avenue Huntington Station, New York Call 631-261-5130 For tickets Tickets will also be sold at the door PRAYER FOR OUR MEN AND WOMEN IN MILITARY SERVICE O prince of peace, we humbly ask Your protection for all our men and women in the military service. Give them unflinching courage to defend with honor, dignity and devotion the rights of all who are imperiled by injustice and evil, Please guard our churches, our homes, and our schools, our hospitals, our factories, our buildings and all who are within from harm and peril. Protect our land and its peoples from enemies within and without. Grant an early peace with victory founded upon true justice. Please instill in the hearts and minds of people everywhere a firm purpose to live forever in peace and good will toward all. Amen. Worldwide Marriage Encounter Are there times in your life or marriage relationship when you judge you are in a spiritual desert? Bring life to your marriage by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next Weekends are Apr 26-28, 2019 in Huntington, NY and Jun 28-30, 2019 in Huntington, NY. For more information, call John & Toni Torio at 877-697-9963 or visit them at https://wwmenyli.org/. 2019 SAT EXAM PREP COURSE For May 4th SAT Exam Course will be held on the following Saturdays; March 9,16,23,30 and April 6,13 9:00 11:30am in the Marian Hall Course Fee: $250 (includes textbook) CONTACT: MRS. Stutzmann 516-922-4888 x-5241 ST. DOMENIC HIGH SCHOOL