CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION ELMHURST, NEW YORK 11373 Rev. Jovito B. Carongay, Jr. - Pastor Rev. Kyrian C. Echekwu - Parochial Vicar RECTORY 86-13 55th Avenue Telephone: 718-335-2626 FAX#: 718-335-4181 Website Address: www.ascensionparishelmhurst.org Email Address: ascensionrcchurch@gmail.com RECTORY OFFICE HOURS Monday - Friday: 9:30 AM - 12:00 Noon 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM on Mon. through Friday Secretaria Bilingue disponible en Inglés y Español por el dia. MASS SCHEDULE SUNDAY MASSES: Saturday: 5:00 PM Vigil Sunday: 8:30, 10:30 AM & 12 Noon La misa en Español: 1:15 PM WEEKDAY MASSES: Monday - Friday: 7:00, 9:00 AM Saturday: 9:00 A.M. HOLYDAY MASSES: As announced in bulletin BAPTISMS English Baptism: 2nd Saturday of the month at 11:00 AM. English Instruction: Wednesday prior to the Baptism at 7:30 P.M. in the Rectory with pre-registration one month in advance of class Los Bautizos en Español: Por favor llame a La Rectoria. CONFESSIONS Saturday: 4:00 to 4:50 or by appointment MARRIAGES Please call the Rectory office for information and registration at least 6 months prior to the date of marriage. DEVOTIONS Miraculous Medal Novena: Following the 9:00 AM Mass on Monday ASCENSION PARISH CENTER 86-37 53rd Avenue Parish Center Tel: (718) 335-2626 Fax Number: (718) 335-4181 FAITH FORMATION Maria Gallo, DRE Please contact Rectory (718) 335-2626 ext: 13 Email ascensionfaithformation1@gmail.com MUSIC Peter Roland, Director of Choir/Organist (718) 335-2626
FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME FEBRUARY 3, 2019 MASS INTENTIONS Saturday February 2 nd 5:00 pm Vittorio La Bruna 7:00 pm Olivier & Sasi Lieu (L) Sunday February 3 rd 8:30 am Deceased Members of Devaney Family 10:30 am Ascension Parish Rosary Society (L) & (D) 12 Noon Tina Ngo (L) 1:15 pm Rosa Liu Family (L) Mariela Vargas Londoño Margarita Garcia Hernandez Monday February 4 th Weekday 7:00 am Cesar & Melba Termulo (L) 9:00 am Clare Conduit Tuesday February 5 th St. Agatha, Virgin & Martyr 7:00 am Traslacion Mascarinas 9:00 am Bella Tran (L) Wednesday February 6 th St. Paul Miki & Companions, Martyrs 7:00 am Gaudencio Bullen & Felipe Ramos 9:00 am Francis X. Rienzo 7:00 pm Evelia Aristizabal Thursday February 7 th Weekday 7:00 am Gloria, Elmira & Deceased Members of Tanoy Family 9:00 am Our Lady of Lourdes & M. Sweeney Friday February 8 th St. Jerome Emiliani, St. Josephine Bakhita, Virgin 7:00 am Mildred Babino (L) 9:00 am Tina Ngo (L) Saturday February 9 th Weekday BVM 9:00 am Cornelio T. Fornilda (L) Gloria, Elmira & Deceased Members of Tanoy Family Antonio Igarta Rev. Domingo Albano Baltazar & Emralino Families (L) FEAST OF THE PRESENTATION OF THE LORD Saturday, February 2 nd Blessing of the candles during the Mass 9:00 a.m. Mass FIESTA DE LA PRESENTACIÓN DEL SEÑOR sábado, 2 de febrero Misa en Español a las 7:00 p.m. COLLECTION(S) FEBRUARY 2019 February 10 th - Faith Formation February 14 th - Fuel Offering LAST WEEK S CHURCH OFFERING January 27, 2019 $4,664.00-1 st Collection $1,583.00-2 nd Churches in Need Thank you for your continued support of this Parish. Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time February 3, 2019 Expectations have a habit of tripping us up. We think we have it all figured out. We know what to expect. But then something happens to surprise us and we have to decide whether to believe it or not. Is this for real? The folks in Nazareth had expectations of their native son. This son of Joseph couldn t possibly be the Anointed One, could he? God has a habit of surprising us, of defying our expectations. Can I see the face of Jesus in someone I disagree with? Can I respond with love? Can that love bear all things, believe all things, hope all things, endure all things? 2018, World Library Publications NOVENA TO SAN GUILLERMO Devotion Novena to San Guillermo Friday, February 1 st to Saturday, February 9 th at 7:00 p.m., concluding with Mass Celebration on Saturday, February 9 th at 7:30 p.m. Main Celebrant: Rev. Jovito B. Carongay Jr. ST. BLAISE Sunday, February 3 rd The blessing of throats, in memory of St. Blaise will be given during the 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12 Noon, 1:15 p.m. Spanish Mass and the 5:00 p.m. Cebuano Mass PRESIDENT S DAY Monday, February 18 th President s Day, is a Civil Holiday. There will be only one Mass celebrated at 9:00 a.m. The Rectory will be closed and reopen on Tuesday, February 19 th. Please pray for the sick of our Parish: Florence Madlambayan, James & Maryann League, Philomena O Connor, Ann Pryor, Mauro & Ernesto Tan, Jose Panlilio Sr., George, Consuelo, Gaspar Balsamo, Rosette Au-Yeung, Joel Rivera, Carmen Moredo, Elisa Marquina, Maria Rubio, Joy Himalaloan, James Leung, Elie Fornilda, Clinton & Patricia Panday, John Mavrovick, Janjan Paredes Occena, Kurt Himalaloan, Rosalia Caruso, Angel Villacres, Luz Mary Plazas, Amelia Parantar, Rose Galvez, Leah Raymundo, Tony Alialy, Sadiri, Mary Inghilterra, Warren Sicherman, Carmen Wilson, Julissa Martinez Carvajal Henao, Flora Orolfo, Norma Pinedo, Elizabeth Yee, John Occhi, Alex Almario, Sandra P. Carvajal, Julissa Martinez Carvajal, Francisco Arcueta, Victoria, Teresita & Colleen Danseco, Thomas Patrick Donohue. Please call the rectory, 718-335-2626, (or e-mail ascensionrc@aol.com) to notify us of any names that should remain or be added.
MEMORIALS February 3 rd February 9 th Altar Bread and Wine has been donated in Loving Memory for: JOSEPH MARBELLA (D) Sanctuary Lamp will burn in Loving Memory for: WILLIAM ALIM ONG (D) Altar Candles will burn in Loving Memory for: LAURA SKIBA (D) Memorials are available, kindly contact Rectory Office. ACTIVITIES/MEETINGS in the Lower Church Hall Couples for Christ Sun. 02/03/19 2:00 p.m. L.C. Zumba Mon. 02/04/18 7:00 p.m. L.C. Spanish Prayer GroupTues. 02/05/19 7:00 p.m. L.C. Zumba Wed. 02/06/19 7:00 p.m. L.C. Spanish Choir Practice Wed. 02/06/19 8:00 p.m. L.C. Diocesan Choir Practice Thurs. 02/07/19 8:00 p.m. L.C. Encountered Couples Fri. 02/08/19 7:30 p.m. L.C. Our Lady Mary Med. Sat. 02/09/19 10:00 a.m. L.C. Couples for Christ Sun. 02/10/18 2:00 p.m. L.C. SPANISH PRAYER GROUP Meet: Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Lower Church. All are invited. GRUPO DE ORACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL Reunión: martes a las 7:00 p.m. en el sótano de la Iglesia. Todos estan invitados. COUPLES FOR CHRIST Couples for Christ meet Sundays in the lower Church from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend. PAREJAS POR CRISTO Parejas por Cristo tienen reunión en el sótano de la Iglesia todos los domingos de 2:00 p.m. a 5:00 p.m. Todos estan invitados. PRAY THE ROSARY DAILY OREMOS EL ROSARIO DIARIAMENTE CHURCH PRAYER GROUPS AND DEVOTIONS OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP Every Wednesday there will be a Novena for Our Lady of Perpetual Help after the 9:00 a.m. Mass. Every First Wednesday of the month there will be a 7:00 p.m. Mass in honor of Our Lady of Perpetual Help. FIRST FRIDAY FEBRUARY 1 Holy Hour For Priests and Priestly Vocations Exposition and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament after 9:00 a.m. Mass. OUR LADY OF FATIMA THE MOST SACRED HEART OF JESUS THE BLACK NAZARENE First Friday, March 1, 2019 Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6:30 p.m. Eucharistic Celebration at 7:00 p.m. 2000 HAIL MARY S Lower Church Hall March 2, 2019. Every First Saturday of the Month at 8:00 a.m. followed by 9:00 a.m. Mass. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. 2000 Hail Mary s will resume until 4:00 p.m. OUR LADY MARY MEDIATRIX OF ALL GRACE Second Saturday of the month, February 9, 2019. Recitation of the Holy Rosary immediately after the 9:00 a.m. Mass. After the Mass the Prayer Group will meet in the lower Church. CEBUANO MASS Every First and Third Sunday of the month at 5:00 p.m. February 3 and 17 LITURGY OF THE HOURS Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. The group gathers in the front pews on the Tabernacle side. ASCENSION PARISH ROSARY SOCIETY The Rosary Society gathers at the 10:30 a.m. Mass on the First Sunday of the month. Next Meeting: Sunday, February 3, 2019. Meeting and fellowship in the lower Church immediately following the Mass. New members welcome. ROSARY MAKING MINISTRY Meet every 1 st and 3 rd Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the lower Church. All are welcome. Next Meeting: February 21, 2019 MINISTERIO DE HACER ROSARIOS Reunión el primer y tercer jueves del mes a las 6:30 p.m. en el sótano de la Iglesia. Todos son bienvenidos.
February 3, 2019 Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Jeremiah 1:4-5. 17-19 Psalm 71 1 Corinthians 12:31-13:13 or 13:4-13 Luke 4:21-30 Introduction to the Liturgy of the Word Jeremiah is called to preach God s word, but most of the first reading describes God fortifying him against the opposition he will face. Jesus meets opposition from his hometown and needs to move on. But in between we are treated to Saint Paul s rhapsody on love. The Corinthians were alternately jealous and dismissive of others spiritual gifts. Paul preaches that love is more important than any spiritual gift, for without love nothing else matters. Liturgy for Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time February 10, 2019 Isaiah 6:1-2a, 3-8 Psalm 138 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 or 15:3-8, 11 Luke 5:1-11 2018, World Library Publications 3 de febrero de 2019 Cuarto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Jeremías 1:4-5, 17-19 Salmo 71 1 Corintios 12:31 13:13 ó 13:4-13 Lucas 4:21-30 Introducción a la Liturgia de la Palabra Jeremías es llamado a predicar la palabra de Dios, pero la mayor parte de la primera lectura describe a Dios que lo fortifica contra la oposición con que se va a enfrentar. Jesús encuentra oposición por parte de la gente de su pueblo y necesita seguir adelante. Pero entre estas dos lecturas san Pablo nos obsequia con su rapsodia del amor. Los corintios son alternativamente celosos y desdeñosos de los dones espirituales de otras personas. Pablo predica que el amor es más importante que ningún otro don espiritual, pues sin amor más nada tiene importancia. Liturgia para Quinto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario 10 de febrero de 2019 Isaías 6:1-2a, 3-8 Salmo 138 Corintios 15:1-11 ó 15:3-8, 11 Lucas 5:1-11 2018, World Library Publications & Palabras Pastorales FAITH FORMATION INFORMATION Faith Formation Classes are held on Sundays from 8:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. at the Parish Center. The classes run from September through May. A new registration form MUST be completed for all present students as well as new students to attend our program. Parents must bring the following documents when registering: - Baptism Certificate; - Birth Certificate if child/ren is not baptized; - If a child attended Religious Education classes at another parish a transfer letter is required. For more information about registration or if you would be interested in volunteering for the Faith Formation Program, please contact Mrs. Maria Gallo, DRE at 718-335-2626 Ext. 13 or e-mail at ascensionfaithformation1@gmail.com. Adult classes for Faith Formation are also at the Parish Center. For information please contact Mrs. Maria Gallo, DRE at 718-335-2626 Ext. 13 or e-mail at ascensionfaithformation1@gmail.com. EDUCACCIÓN RELIGIOSA Las clases de Educación Religiosa son los domingos en el centro parroquial de 8:30 a.m. a 10:15 a.m., los meses de septiembre a mayo. Se require una inscripción nueva para todos los niños niños asistiendo. Para inscriber a su hijo/a se require lo siguiente: -Fe de bautismo -Acta de Nacimiento (si no tiene bautizo) -Carta de Traslado, si asistio a clases en otra parroquia Para más información o si le interesa ser voluntario en el programa favor de ponerse en contacto con la Sra. María Gallo, Directora al 718-335-2626, Ext. 13 o al correo electronico: ascensionfaithformation1@gmail.com. Clases para adulto serán ofrecidas en el Centro Parroquial. Personas interesadas deberán de hacer cita con la Sra. María Gallo, 718-335-2626, Ext. 13. FAITH FORMATION CALENDAR February 2019 February 3 Class 8:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. February 10 Class 8:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. February 17 NO FAITH FORMATION CLASS February 24 NO FAITH FORMATION CLASS
PARISH REGISTRATION All persons/families should be registered in the Parish. Registering for the parish not only makes you more a part of the family of Ascension Church it gives a chance for you and your family to be counted. Registration forms are available at the entrance of the Church and at the Rectory Office. Kindly fill out the form and leave at the Rectory Office or in the collection basket. Thank you. REGISTRACIÓN PARROQUIAL Todas personas/familias deberán de estar registrados en la Parroquia. El registrarse le dará una oportunidad de ser miembros de la familia de la Acensión y ser contados. Los formularios de Registración están disponibles en la entrada de la Iglesia y en la Oficina Parroquial. Favor de llenar el formulario y devuelvalo a la Oficina Parroquial o en la colecta. Gracias. MOVING If you are moving it would be appreciated if you notify the Rectory Office as soon as possible. When we are informed about your moving it enables us to make the changes before the new set of envelopes are printed and mailed. This saves the Parish the cost of remailing the envelopes. Thank you. CLEAN CHURCH BEFORE entering the Church, kindly throw all tissues/papers, gum, candies and or garbage in the waste receptacle. BEFORE leaving the Church make sure that you are taking any personal belongings with you. (phone, glasses, purse, wallet, scarves, baby toys, umbrellas, etc). Following these small steps will ensure everyone a clean and litter free worship space for all to enjoy. 2018 ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL (ACA) Answer the Call Ascension Parish s Goal: $40,711.00 Parish Summary Report as of: Jan. 28, 2019 149 donors Pledged: $44,031.00 Received: $41,376.00 Thank you for your continued support of this Church and the Diocese. DIOCESAN SCHEDULE OF WORKSHOPS FOR NEW MINISTERS Training for: Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and Lectors on: Saturday, March 2, 2019 The Mary Louis Academy 176-21 Wexford Terrace Jamaica Estates, NY 11432 9:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Requirements: Practicing Catholic Registered member of the parish Bring proof of Baptism, Communion and Confirmation If married, proof of marriage in the Catholic Church Pastor s approval Please call the Rectory Office 718-335-2626 to register no later than Thursday, February 14 th. Talleres para: Ministros Extraordinario de la Sagrada Comunión Lectores Requisitos: Católico practicante Miembro registrado de la parroquia Traer prueba de Bautizo, Comunión y Confirmación Si está casado, prueba de matrimonio en la Iglesia Católica Aprobación del Párroco Para inscribirse llamar a la Oficina Parroquial 718-335- 2626 no más tarde del jueves 14 de febrero. ASCENSION Altar Servers Meeting Saturday, February 9 th 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Mandatory meeting for all Altar Servers If you are in the third - eighth grade and are interested in becoming an Altar Server please come with your parents to an information meeting on: Saturday, February 9 th at 12:30 p.m. in the Church RSVP by February 7 th by calling the Rectory to confirm your attendance 718-335-2626 or e-mail: ascensionaltarserver@gmail.com 2018 CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS To request a Contribution Statement for the year 2018, kindly call the Rectory during office hours 718-335- 2626 and leave your name and envelope number. The statement will be mailed to you once it is prepared. Thank you.
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