SAINT VINCENT FERRER R0MAN CATHOLIC CHURCH CHURCH: 925 EAST 37TH STREET OFFICE: 1603 BROOKLYN AVE., BROOKLYN, NY 11210 PHONE 718-859-9009 FAX: 718-859-9032 MASS SCHEDULE Monday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. Saturday: 5:00 p.m. - Vigil Sunday: 8:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. HOLY DAYS: 9:00 a.m. OFFICE HOURS Monday to Friday: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Evenings & Weekends: By appointment OUR STAFF Pastor: Rev. Fr. Antonius Peter Gopaul Parish Secretary: Allison Gullap Maintenance: Richard Mahabir =================================================== Email: info@saintvincentferrer.org Website: http://saintvincentferrer.org +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ School Affiliation: Midwood Catholic Academy (Pre-K - Gr. 8) 1501 Hendrickson Street Brooklyn, NY 11234 718-377-1800 Baptism: Every second Sunday of the month at the 11:00 a.m.. The child s original birth certificate must be presented at registration. Marriage: Couples planning to be married should speak to the priest at least 6 months before the desired date. For complete information about marriage preparation in the Diocese, log on to www.pre-cana.org. Reconciliation: Saturdays at 4:30 p.m. or by appointment. Sick Calls: In case of an emergency - any time SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Rosary Society 1 st Sunday 11:00 a.m. Our Lady of Miraculous Medal Novena after 9:00 a.m. In His Light Charismatic Prayer Group Rectory basement at 7:00 p.m. Charismatic Group la Paix Rectory basement at 7:00 p.m. Group la Paix Charismatic 4 th Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena after 9:00 a.m. Jeanne Mance Guild Rectory basement after 9:00 a.m. St. Vincent de Paul 1 st Monday Rectory basement at 7:30 p.m. Legion of Mary Rectory basement at 10:00 a.m. Girl Scouts Church 6:00-8:00 p.m. St. Vincent de Paul sandwich-making Rectory basement at 9:00 a.m. Divine Mercy Chaplet Chapel after 9:00 a.m.
SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME, FEBRUARY 24 TH 2019 In baptism we are called to mirror and image the mercy and forgiveness the Lord has won for us. As David would not harm Saul, his enemy, so we are challenged to love and pardon those who wrong us. MASS INTENTIONS: Saturday, February 23 rd - 5:00 p. m. Mrs. St. Armand Jean-Baptiste - In memoriam Requested by Armelle Jean-Baptiste Sunday, February 24 th - 8:00 a. m. Blair Brooks - In memoriam Requested by the Gopaul family 11:00 a.m. The people of Saint Vincent Parish All Priests who served in our Parish Snowflake Committee - In thanksgiving Monday, February 25 th - 9:00 a. m. Yva David Sr. - In memoriam Tuesday, February 26 th - 9:00 a. m. Nancie Francois - Birthday blessing Wednesday, February 27 th - 9:00 a. m. Patrick and Cynthia, Jamie and Margaret Thursday, February 28 th - 9:00 a. m. Alison, Irmin, Ricardo and Richard First Friday, March 1 st - 9:00 a. m. Egbert Gullap - In memoriam First Saturday, March 2 nd - 9:00 a. m. Alix Lamarque - Birthday blessing Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into a friend. Martin Luther King, Jr. GIFTS AND INTENTIONS: BREAD AND WINE: Migrants ALTAR FLOWERS: Incarcerated ALTAR CANDLE: Detainees ALTAR CANDLE: Victims of Human Trafficking SANCTUARY CANDLE: Legal protection of the Unborn CHAPEL CANDLE: The Pasterak Family DO NO HARM We listen quite a while before we get to the punch line of the first reading today: even though it would be an easy thing to do, David will not harm the anointed one of the Lord. We, of course, know that Jesus is the Messiah, the anointed one of God, but the Bible uses this term for many different people. It is scripture s way of indicating who has been chosen by God for a special place and mission in salvation history. In today s Gospel, Jesus presents a greatly enlarged list of those who, as children of God, we should not harm, but love instead: our enemies, those who curse us or do us harm, those who owe us money, the ungrateful, the wicked. The point of Jesus teaching is not to encourage these kinds of behaviors in others, but rather to form us in the image of our heavenly Father by increasing our opportunities to love unconditionally, expecting no return; to be merciful and forgiving, even when it would be easier not to. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. TODAY S READINGS First Reading David found Saul in a deep sleep, but would not harm him (1 Samuel 26:2, 7-9, 12-13, 22-23). Psalm The Lord is kind and merciful (Psalm 103). Second Reading We shall bear the image of the heavenly Adam (1 Corinthians 15:45-49). Gospel Give to everyone who asks of you. Lend expecting nothing back (Luke 6:27-38). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Sir 1:1-10; Ps 93:1-2, 5; Mk 9:14-29 Tuesday: Sir 2:1-11; Ps 37:3-4, 18-19, 27-28, 39-40; Mk 9:30-37 Wednesday: Sir 4:11-19; Ps 119:165, 168, 171, 172, 174, 175; Mk 9:38-40 Thursday: Sir 5:1-8; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Mk 9:41-50 Friday: Sir 6:5-17; Ps 119:12, 16, 18, 27, 34, 35; Mk 10:1-12 Saturday: Sir 17:1-15; Ps 103:13-18; Mk 10:13-16 Sunday: Sir:27:4-7; Ps 92:2-3, 13-16; 1 Cor 15:54-58; Lk 6:39-45 Why Catholic? Intentions We encourage you to honor a loved one, living or deceased, with a, a gift of bread and wine, sanctuary candle, altar candle, chapel candle or altar flowers. Requests must be submitted on or before the Friday, two weeks before the desired date. Place your request in a sealed envelope together with your name, phone number into the offering basket. Please make a donation with each request. Thank you.
The Eucharist Is The Heart Of Our Life In Christ Ash Wednesday s Schedule 9:00 a.m. and Imposition of Ashes 3:00 p.m. - Liturgy of the Word and Imposition of Ashes 7:00 p.m. - and Imposition of Ashes +Saint Vincent Ferrer + Roman -Catholic Church School of Religious Education CLASSES ARE FROM 9:15 A.M. TO 10:45 A.M. Class and attendance are required **PLEASE USE YOUR ENVELOPES!** February 24 March 30 - Classes resume - Brooklyn & Queens Catholic Youth Day Record of Charitable Contributions A copy of your tax-deductible charitable donations is available. Please call the parish office to make an appointment to collect it. 718-859-9009 Jeanne Mance Guild Please support the Jeanne Mance Guild by donating clean, slightly used - bath towels, - blankets - quilts - thin comforters You can drop them off at the Rectory office. We are in dire need of towels. Thank you for your support. Congratulations Congratulations to our Bishop Kearney High School honorees: Amiyah Shields - Second Honors Caroline Guirand - First Honors An Opportunity for Affordable Academic Excellence Dear Faith Formation Families: As you consider the options for your child s education for the 2019-20 school year, we invite you to explore Midwood Catholic Academy. The Academy is committed to providing an enriching student experience and a distinctive, values-based academic program. Midwood educates the whole child so each can realize his or her individual potential. Graduates are prepared for the world they will one day lead through the foundation of their faith and strong moral values. Registration for 2019-20 is opening soon. To arrange a visit, please contact the Academy at 718.377.1800. Need-based tuition assistance is available to eligible Faith Formation Program Participants. Apply by April 29th, 2019 at www.futuresineducation.org. Yours in Christ, Rev. Dwayne D. Davis Rev. Timothy J. Lambert Pastor St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Rev. Ralph J. Caputo Pastor Our Lady Help of Christians Parish Pastor St. Columba Parish Rev. Antonius Gopaul Pastor St. Saint Vincent Ferrer Parish Parish Registration: Please register in the parish. We are a tithing community. We encourage registered parishioners to use their envelopes.
The Eucharist Is The Heart Of Our Life In Christ Second Collection Saint Vincent Ferrer Roman Catholic Church 925 East 37 th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11210 Next weekend s second collection is for Easter Remembrance Kindly return your envelope to church with the name of the person or persons who is/are to be remembered in the es. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Thank You The Pastor and Staff of Saint Vincent Ferrer thank everyone who contributed to Heat and Light collection. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Live and Proclaim the Faith Easter Parish Mission Mission Leader : Bill Wegner Good News International Monday, May 6 th - Wednesday, May 8 th 2019 at 7:00 p.m. Speaker Saturday 4 th and Sunday 5 th 2019 Special Session Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday After 9 a.m. Everyone Is Welcome. Bring a friend. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Ministers Schedule - 02/02 & 02/03 5:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. EMHC: Julita Claudia Gillian Margaret Brenda Camille Doris Charmaine Marie Rosa Francesca David Pat Guerdie Joan Lectors: Steeve Marjory Linda Allyson Carolle Donald Ministers of Welcome: Hilary Renee Alicia Judith Josette Jennifer Sam Julia Quentin Vibert Fritz Seyarra Alison Listra Melissa Schedule changes, if any, are in bold print. Hard copies of the EMHC schedules are available in the red folder in the front pew. You can also visit our website: saintvincentferrer.org to view a copy of the weekly schedule posted in the bulletin. Bill Wegner will be joining us to preach our Easter Parish Mission. Bill has traveled all over the world offering engaging and inspirational missions. After a successful business career, Bill felt called to give it all up and live on faith preaching God s word in the Church. Bill comes from a unique perspective and truly understands the struggles of attempting to live a Christian life in a secular world. You will not be disappointed in his real-life stories, wonderful sense of humor and compelling message. +++++++++++++++++++++ Merciful and gracious is the L, slow to anger and abounding in kindness. Psalm 103:8 Legacy of Faith Remember our parish in your will. When you update your estate plans, please consider continuing your lifelong stewardship by leaving a bequest to Saint Vincent Ferrer Roman Catholic Church. 925 East 37 sr Street, Brooklyn NY 11210 For more information, please call Fr. Gopaul at 718-859-9009
Dear Parishioners, help us to know who you are by becoming a registered member of the parish. Join us - Saint Vincent Parish on a trip to Washington, D.C. Thursday, April 25 th to Friday, April 26 th 2019 ATTRACTIONS National Museum of African-American History and Culture Air and Space Museum Arlington National Cemetery US capitol National Cathedral Local guide for a tour of the Monuments and memorials Cost per person at Holiday Inn Greenbelt Quad. - $200.00 Triple - $215.00 Double - $240.00 For more information contact Kim Mc Keney, Irmin Payne, or Marcia Harrison. 3 rd Installment due - March 16, 2019 ++++++++++++++ If abortion isn t wrong,...then nothing is. Mother Theresa Automobile Insurance Reduction/ Point Removal Defensive Driving Class 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 6, 2019 DONATION: $50.00 PER PERSON Saint Bernard Catholic Academy 2030 East 69th Street, Brooklyn 11234 Call Andrea at 718-965-7375 ex7375 Proceeds benefit Saint Bernard Academy Why Catholic? Season 1 Begins March 3, 2019 Join us. Bring a friend Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick Please contact the Rectory Office if you know of any homebound person or anyone going for medical procedures who would like to be anointed by a priest and/or receive the Eucharist. #718-859-9009 Associated Vincentian Charities of Brooklyn Vehicle Donation Program Vincentian Charities will accept donations of used vehicles in any condition. They will tow the vehicle away. You will get a tax receipt and the parish will get a donation from Vincentian Charities. To donate, call Vincentian Charities at 718-491-2525 or AVCB@gmail.com
Spring Pilgrimage to Shrine of St Jude Baltimore, Maryland Saturday, May 18 th 2019 Diocesan Lenten Pilgrimage To The Holy Land Bishop Neil Tiedemann, Spiritual Director and Msgr. Kieran Harrington, Chaplain March 7 15, 2019 for a brochure contact Prestige Worldwide Tours 1-899-293-0982 samantha@pwwtours.com +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ In the Footsteps of Paul with Fr. Dwayne Davis Greece and Greek Island Cruise August 16-26, 2019 $3,999 from New York For more info: www.pilgrimages.com/frdavis promotional code DDGR19 ++++++++++++++++++ Join Fr. Dwayne Davis on a Pilgrimage to Prague, Salzburg, Vienna, Budapest & Oberammergau August 17-29, 2020 $5,199 from New York For more info: Www.pilgrimages.com/frdavis Join Father Daniel Kingsley and the Parishioners of St. Martin de Porres, Bed-Stuy on their spring pilgrimage to the Shrine of Saint Jude, Baltimore. To reserve a seat, please call: Paulitana St. Hilare at 718-574-5772 or email at info@smdpp.org Saint Columba Church Ladies Guild Presents Spring Fest Raffle Night Friday, March 29,2019 Starting at 6:30 p.m. Monsignor Jolley Hall, 2245 Kimball Street Donation: $25.00 per person Includes: Chips, Pretzels, Cookies, Soda, Coffee, Tea No one under the age of 18 admitted For reservations, call: Rose 718-627-4247 Mary 718-339-0692 Our Lady of Mount Carmel Pilgrimage to Italy June 2-14, 2019 Visit Venice, Florence, Bologna, Sienna, Assisi, San Giovanni Rotondo, and Rome Holy daily Breakfast and dinner, daily $3899 per person, from JFK For more information Call Cathy or Michael at 1-800-773-2660
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