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.
April 7, 2019 3 MASSES FOR THE WEEK Sunday, April 7th, 2019 8:00am St. Francis Parishioners 10:00am Kate Porto+, Joseph Dowd+, Edward Ribaudo+ 12:00pm Ellen McGann Lavan+, In Thanksgiving, Ints. of The Ramon Diaz Family & Home, Rose Whalen+ 5:00pm Youth of St. Francis, Sally Mulholland+, Florence Hartung+ Monday, April 8th, 2019 8:30am Robert Flanagan+ Tuesday, April 9th, 2019 8:30am Geralyn Anne Morgan+ Wednesday, April 10th, 2019 8:30am Nunzie DeMarco+ Thursday, April 11th, 2019 8:30am Mark Russell+ Friday, April 12th, 2019 8:30am Trudy Perz+ Saturday, April 13th, 2019 4:30pm Sally Mulholland+, Maria Barrera+ Sunday, April 14th, 2019 8:00am St. Francis Parishioners 10:00am Kate Porto+, Michael Albino+ 12:00pm Joseph Campbell+, Joseph Manicalco+, Wilda Taverne+, Kathleen Mahoney+ Anne Marie Lucie Taverne+ 5:00pm Youth of St. Francis SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Fifth Sunday of Lent; Third Scrutiny Thursday: St. Stanislaus Friday: Abstinence Saturday: St. Martin I Ministers for Saturday and Sunday April 13th & 14th Saturday 4:30pm Eucharistic Ministers: Dcn. Allan Longo-N, Lorraine Longo, Eileen McGloin, Gisele Nelson, Sean Pugni Lector: Carol Ann Gallo Russo-Readings 1 & 2, V Altar Servers: TBA Sunday 8:00am Eucharistic Ministers: Dcn. Jean Cantave-V, Patricia Ammirato, Catherine Armstrong, Joan Collins, Joan Sepp Lector: Gawaine Esteibar-Readings 1 & 2, Rosemarie Esteibar-N Altar Servers: TBA 10:00am Eucharistic Ministers: Dcn. Allan Longo-N, Peter Dowd, Lorraine Longo, Louise Mordarski, Michael Mordarski Lector: Neil Coscio-Readings 1 & 2, V Altar Servers: TBA 12:00pm Eucharistic Ministers: Dcn. Jim Byrne-N, George Pozderec, Mariejo Prezeau, Louise Rastu, Diane Sivilli Lector: Paul Papa-Readings 1 & 2, V Altar Servers: TBA 5:00pm Eucharistic Ministers: MaryAnn Fetzer, Tom Fetzer Lector: Rose Chiechi-Readings 1 & 2, V, Jeffrey Froh-N Altar Servers: TBA Saint Francis Parish/Hun ngton Hospital Eucharis c Schedule Meet at 9:15am in Hospital Lobby April 14th: *Deacon Jim Byrne, Gabriella Horvath, Mary Ann Farmer, Laurette DeCabia, Kathy Dyckes Kevin Owens 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, Charles & Maureen Mooney, 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, Jeffrey Wheeler, Daniel Wilbur, Diana Willis, Carol Winges, Marlene Wyleczuk, Flori Young
April 7, 2019 4 Our Lady s Home Visitation Program At St. Francis of Assisi The statue of Our Lady of Fatima will be visiting the home of: 4/12/19 4/19/19 4/26/19 5/3/19 5/10/19 Barbara Magali Barbara Magali Terry Iaquinto Gladys Prudent Gladys Prudent If you would like to be added to the list, please call Rosy 631-651-8431 or Barbara 631-757-1794 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! Time, Talent & Treasure Fostering Stewardship as a way of life Thanks for Giving First Fruits & Taking a Step!!! (Regular Sunday Offertory) March 24th s weekly offering: $8,835.65 Last year s weekly offering: $8,968.00 Bulletin Reflection Today s Gospel reading is an important one for all of us to hear; we have all sinned and have felt the weight of guilt and shame. Thankfully, we have a loving God who wants us to come to Him and be free of our pain and sin. As St. John Paul the Great said, Jesus is newness of life for those who open their hearts and, after acknowledging their sins, receive his saving mercy. Jesus forgiveness is there for all of us who acknowledge and repent of our sins. Living Stewardship As Christian Stewards we need to remind the world of God s love and forgiveness. Every aspect of our lives - gifts as well as sufferings can, if surrendered to God, lead to blessings for ourselves and others. April 7: Fifth Sunday of Lent In today s Gospel, Jesus is the model of compassion and kindness. He shows us how to be merciful and nonjudgmental. When we give to the poor, God Indeed pours his love, peace and mercy into our hearts and into the hearts of those suffering in poverty. Sunday s Readings for next week, April 14th: Isaiah 50:4 7 The Lord God is my help, therefore I am not disgraced. Philippians 2:6 11 He humbled himself, becoming obedient to death, even death on a cross. Luke 22:14 23:56 or Luke 23:1 49 When [the women] had seen the tomb and the way in which his body was laid in it, they returned and prepared spices and perfumed oils. Send us your email if you would like to start receiving Bringing Home the Word, a weekly message based on the Sunday Scripture readings.
April 7, 2019 5 Adoration of the Most Holy Eucharist Mondays & Fridays 9am 5pm Being faithful to this request from the Holy Mother of God can bring joy and peace to our souls. This is advice from our Mother who loves us very much and knows what is best for her children. Visit her Son during Eucharistic Adoration and pay attention to what He is asking of you. Do whatever He tells you! (Jn 2:5) 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 First Saturday devotions at St. Francis @ 11:00am. Join us for Confession & Rosary Holy Mass at 11:30am Every First Saturday - join in praying 1000 Hail Marys in the church at 6:30pm DIVINE WILL STUDY GROUP Thursdays, 1-3pm in the basement auditorium here at St. Francis. The Weekly St. Francis Booster Club Winner is: Dolores Swick! Tickets are $50.00 and are available in the Rectory. Your ticket is entered to win Every Week! This spring, couples that have been married fifty years or more will be honored at a Mass on Sunday, May 5, 2019 at the Church of St. Rose of Lima in Massapequa. Mass will begin at 2:30 pm. Registration forms and complete instructions can be obtained at the rectory. Registration must be received by the Office of Faith Formation by April 15, 2019. If you have any questions you may call 516-678-5800, extension 506."
April 7, 2019 6 Hospitality Sunday TODAY after the 8, 10 & 12 Masses *Divine Will & Carmelites will be sponsoring this hospitality Check out our items in our St. Francis Gift Shop ALL PROCEEDS GO TO ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CALL 631-757-7435 to volunteer.
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April 7, 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
April 7, 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 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/. FRIEND US! Find information and pictures on parish activities. www.facebook.com/stfrangreenlawn www.facebook.com/starfishcoffeehouse www.facebook.com/st-fran-youth-514028458626600 Check out our new Photo Gallery on our website, www.stfrancisgreenlawn.org. 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. St. Hugh s Widows & Widowers: Our meetings are held at 1pm on the second Tuesday of the month, in St. Hugh's School Cafeteria. Located off New York Ave. & Pulaski Rd., Huntington Station. Enter from Pulaski Rd. New members welcome. Dues $2.00. Call Elaine at (631) 425-1131 for further information. Please Patronize Our Bulle n Adver sers Thanks to our adver sers who sponsor this bulle n. Support them with your business. BRINGING CHRIST S HEALING MISSION TO THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE. Catholic Health Services has first-class doctors and hospitals across Long Island. For one near you, call 855-CHS-4500. Please Cut Out This Thank You Ad and Present It The Next Time You Patronize One of Our Advertisers Thank you for advertising in our church bulletin. I am patronizing your business because of it! 228500 St Francis of Assisi Church (B) Beckman's Florist OLD TRADITIONS - NEW IDEAS 364 Larkfield Road East Northport 368-8610 NORTHPORT RURAL CEMETERY 631-261-8422 visit our website www.northportruralcemetery.com Public Mausoleum Now Open Grow Your Business, Advertise Here. Support Your Church & Bulletin. Free professional ad design & my help! email: sales@jspaluch.com For Information... Call www.jspaluch.com 800.524.0263 www.jspaluch.com For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-524-0263