M 5, 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: Phone 1-718-891-0888 Mr. Vincent Lee, Director of Music: Phone 1-718-743-7234 Mr. John Fox, Resurrection Sports Association Director: Phone 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.
S, M 5: F S L 9:00 a.m. - The People of the Parish 11:00 a.m. - Janet Behrens M, M 6: 8:30 a.m. - McDermott family T, M 7: S. P F 8:30 a.m. - Thomas McMahon (Birthday Remembrance) W, M 8: S. J G 8:30 a.m. - Theresa Anastasio T, M 9: S. F R 8:30 a.m. - Patricia Vallone (Birthday) F, M 10: 8:30 a.m. - Ellyn Minks S, M 11: First Sunday of Lent March 5, 2017 The Lord, your God, shall you worship and him alone shall you serve. Matthew 4:10 8:30 a.m. - Priest s Intentions 5:00 p.m. - Kathleen Palumbo (Birth Remembrance) The Eucharistic Gifts of Wine & Altar Breads for the Weekend Liturgies have been offered for: Robert Magee Requested by: His family The Eucharistic Gifts of Wine & Altar Breads for the Weekday Liturgies have been offered for: Robert Magee Requested by: His family.today S READINGS First Reading The man and the woman ate the fruit of the one tree that God had told them to avoid, and their shame overtook them (Genesis 2:7-9; 3:1-7). Psalm Be merciful, O Lord, for we have sinned (Psalm 51). Second Reading Death reigned from Adam to Moses, but now grace and life abound in Christ Jesus (Romans 5:12-19 [12, 17-19]). Gospel Jesus was led into the desert by the Spirit and there he fasted for forty days and forty nights (Matthew 4:1-11). 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. Today is the first Sunday of Lent, the season of repentance, of turning back to the Lord s plan for us, of preparing for or recalling our baptismal commitment. We can ask God for the grace to see our lives afresh: Who am I, Lord, and how can I praise, love, and serve you best? Today s readings help us focus. Genesis reminds us of our origin: God created us out of clay, breathing life into us. Without God, we are nothing. Saint Paul s Letter to the Romans consoles us. Although we have a tendency to ignore God, Jesus sacrifice restores us as God s children. The Gospel of Matthew astonishes us by showing how God chose to become like us, even allowing the devil to tempt him with the very sins that we battle. Our gracious God knows exactly what our lives are like. God wants to accompany us and show us how to be happy forever. When we commit ourselves to prayer, fasting, and almsgiving this Lent, we will encounter obstacles. The devil hates to see us grow closer to God. Even if our Lenten progress is microscopic, the devil wants to thwart us. We are God s beloved children, so we are valuable. We are worth the devil s time. Expect difficulty. Expect obstacles. Expect temptation. Above all, expect God s unfailing help. Staying close to God s Word will strengthen us, as it strengthened Jesus in the desert. Today s Gospel shows us that Jesus desires to accompany us, especially in our weakest and most difficult moments. Whatever temptations we face, Jesus understands. Whatever sacrifices we make, Jesus offers them with us. Whatever goodness we show to encourage others, our Lord rejoices with all the angels and saints. Let us approach this Lent as if it is the only Lent we will ever have. God wants to do great things for us in this holy season. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.
The Sick of Our Parish Lyndon Balter, Lilianna Biscone, Msgr. John Brown, Helena Carney, Charles Comi, Anthony Crudo, Diana Hardy Cummings, Claire Denver, Anna DiMattei, JoAnn DiSarno, Genevieve Duffy, Kenny Farrell, Natalie Ferber, Riley Ferguson, Edward French, Christopher Gari, Billy Hensch, Mary Hose, Chester Irvin, Janet Jemec, Sophie Jemec, David Kennedy, Carmen Kokolus, Geraldine Kopp, Olivia LaSpina, Nancy Lawrence, Anne Lee, 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, Frank Prescia, Sana Razzano, Ela Reyes, Nicholas Rodick, Evan Romano, Charles Sabatino, Theresa Samuelsen, Ann Serini, Anthony Siconolfi, Bernard Snyder, Janet Springer, John Stilp, baby Vivian, Summer Wagner, Jane Wallace, Stephen Wiegand, Mary Zajac Kindly notify the Rectory with any updates. Gloria Stella Draffin POWER OF PRAYER Please pray this week for the following Priests of our Diocese: Sunday: Fr. Joseph Vella Monday: Fr. Michael A. Vendetti Tuesday: Fr. John E. Vesey Wednesday: Msgr. Rocco D. Villani Thursday: Fr. Robert P. Vitaglione Friday: Fr. Vytautas Volertas Saturday: Fr. Joseph T. Vu 2017 Baptism Class Dates (1 st Saturday of the month at 10:30 am) March 11, April 1, May 13, June 3 Please call the rectory to register 2017 Baptism Dates (2 nd Sunday of the month at 12:15 pm) March 12, April 2 @ 12:30pm, May 14, June 11 FROM THE PASTOR S DESK A THANK YOU FROM CHiPS Please accept our thanks for your generous donation from your Parish to CHiPS. It is only with your support that we are able to help people in need in our community, both by serving hot, nutritious meals in our soup kitchen and by providing shelter to homeless young mothers and their infants in our residence. You can learn about our mothers stories at chipsonline.org, and sign up for our newsletter to stay informed about our activities and volunteer opportunities. You can also stay up to date on CHiPS news and events through our @chips4thave Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages. Food, community and hope remain at the heart of our mission, and with your support, we make that promise a reality for hundreds of our neighbors each day. With best wishes and thanks for your generous support. Denise Scaravella, Executive Director and Franklin Stone, President Brooklyn Catholic Youth College Night March 19, 2017 St. John s University 8000 Utopia Parkway, Jamaica, NY Theme: The Greatest of These is Love The night includes praise & worship music, Mass, confession & time for fellowship To register: email Christine Georgi at cgeorgi@diobrook.org For info visit: www.dioceseofbrooklyn.org/bcyd Vocation Retreat with Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio March 24 th - 26 th, 2017 Immaculate Conception Center Douglaston, NY Encounter Jesus Christ Hear inspiring talks from Bishop DiMarzio Reflect on your own vocation For more info contact the Vocation office 718-827-2454 or vocations@diobrook.org Rev. Sean M. Suckiel, Director of Vocations The Greatest of These is Love April 1, 2017 The Immaculate Conception Center 7200 Douglaston Parkway, Douglaston, NY $15 p/p registration by March 21, 2017 $20 p/p registration after March 21, 2017 OPEN TO JR. HIGH and HIGH SCHOOL Presenters: Array of Hope & Te Deum Ministries More info at: meetmeinchurch.org
PARISH CALENDAR M, M 6: 9:00 a.m.: Miraculous Medal Novena Rosary, & Divine Mercy Chaplet (Church) 7:00-8:15 p.m.: Religious Ed Grades 4-7 T, M 7: Ss. Perpetua & Felicity 9:00 a.m.: Rosary (Church) 4:00-8:00 p.m.: Resurrection Sports (gym) 7:00-8:30 p.m.: Lenten Program(Rectory bsmnt) W, M 8: St. John of God 9:00 a.m.: Rosary (Church) 3:30-4:45 p.m.: Religious Ed Grades 1-3 4:00-8:00 p.m.: Resurrection Sports (gym) 7:00-8:30 p.m.: Scouts (Church basement) 7:00-8:30 p.m.: Yarns of Love (Rectory bsmnt) T, M 9: St. Frances of Rome 9:00 a.m.: Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet (Church) 4:00-8:00 p.m.: Resurrection Sports (gym) 7:00-7:30 p.m.: Music Course (Church) 7:30-9:00 p.m.: Choir Rehearsal (Church) F, M 10: 8:30 a.m.: Daily Mass - Stations of the Cross follows 9:30 a.m.: Rosary (Church) 4:00-9:00 p.m.: Resurrection Sports (gym) 6:30-9:30 p.m.: Evening of Prayer & Worship - Charismatic Renewal (Church) S, M 11: 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.: Resurrection Sports (gym) 9:00 a.m.: Rosary (Church) 10:30 a.m.: Baptism Class (Rectory basement) 4:00-4:30 p.m.: Confessions (Church) 5:00 p.m.: Vigil Mass (Church) S, M 12: Second Sunday of Lent 9:00 a.m.: Mass (Church) 11:00 a.m.: Mass (Church) - Grade 6 attending 12:00 p.m.: Rosary (Church) 12:00-6:00 p.m.: Resurrection Sports (gym) 12:15 p.m.: Baptism (Church) March 5 March 5 March 5 March 12 March 12 2017 PARISH SUPPORT PROGRAM All parishioners are asked to use the weekly offertory envelopes. Please register at the rectory. Weekly Offering Monthly Offering Black & Indian Mission Weekly Offering Renovation & Repair www.resurrection-brooklyn.org A Six Week Lenten Program Every Tuesday beginning February 28 th and ending on April 4 th from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Rectory Basement Facilitated by: Miss Sue Karcher CATHOLICISM: The Pivotal Players is a series by Bishop Robert Barron that illumines a handful of saints, artists, mystics, and scholars who not only shaped the life of the Church but changed the course of civilization. We will be focusing on the following Saints St. Francis St. Thomas Aquinas St. Catherine of Siena The Reformer The Theologian The Mystic All are Welcome to Participate LENTEN REGULATIONS A W & G F are days of Fast and Abstinence from meat. There is a limit of one full meal on these days for all between the ages of 18 and 59 inclusive. D A (A F L ) All who have reached their 14 th year are bound to abstain totally from meat. E F, G F, 8:30.. C R - 1250 CLUB S, M 19, 2017 11:00 M $10 D G $1,250 $125 For tickets please contact Theresa at the rectory. Sellers, please return tickets by March 17 th
2016-2017 RESURRECTION OFFICE FAITH FORMATION 718-891-0888 M. 9-12 & 7-8:15, T. 9-12 & 1-3 W. 9-12 & 1-5, T. 9-12 NO OFFICE HOURS FRIDAY ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Monday Grades 4-7, & SSM 7:00-8:15 pm Wednesday Grades 1-3 & SSW 3:30-4:45 pm +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Grade Mass Schedule March 12, 2017 Grade 6 11:00 a.m. April 2, 2017 Grade 7 11:00 a.m. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ February/March Schedule Saturday, March 18: Youth Conference Mandatory for all Confirmation Candidates 10:00 am - 3:00 pm (School Auditorium) Around the DEANERY Lenten Programs: Our Lady Help of Christians: Ave. M & E.28 th St.- Wed. March 8, 15, 22 & 29-after 8:30am Mass & at 7:30pm-A retreat in Daily Life in the Spirit of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Call 718-338-5242. St. Thomas Aquinas: Multi-Sensory Prayer Room Spend an hour/30 min. of your time to listen, reflect, pray. Friday, March 24 12:30-7:00pm - Saturday, March 25 9:00am-7:00pm - Sunday, March 26 9:00am-2:00pm at the Aquinas Center, 2000 Flatbush Ave. For more info call 718-253-4404 x16. St. Bernard: Parish Mission presented by the Montfort Missionaries. Mon., March 27 - Tues., March 28 - Wed., March 29 - Thurs., March 30 Morning Mission Mass 8:30am, Evening Hour 7 pm St. Bernard: Defensive Driving Class Sat., March 11 th, 10am-4pm at St. Bernard Academy $50 p/p. Call Andrea at 718-763-5533 to register. Midwood Catholic Academy: Card Party - Friday, March 31 st 7:00pm in the gym 1501 Flatlands Ave. $25 p/p ($30 at door) Call 718-377-1800 for tickets. St. Mark Catholic Academy: Card Party April 1 st at 11:00am. Tickets $25 (includes luncheon). Purchase tickets at the Academy. For more info call 718-332-9304 or 718-574-1828. St. Columba: Card Party-Friday, April 21 st 6:30pm For more info call Rose at 718-627-4247 Good Shepherd: Card Party, Friday, May 19 th at St. Columba. Call Cathy Oliveri at 646-321-5476 or Kathleen Tomassetti at 917-848-7565. Mommy & Me Classes - Wednesdays beginning Feb. 8 th - April 5th from 9:30-10:30am - Registration on Feb. 8, fee $50. Call 718-339-2745. St. Brendan: Fitness Classes, school gym. One class free w/1st purchase. Call Charity at 929-213- 7289. Save the Date - Card Party May 19 th RE: CATHOLIC SCHOOLS AND ACADEMIES Dear Family: I attended a meeting with Bishop DiMarzio regarding the availability of seats in Catholic Schools and Academies in the Brooklyn diocese. The Bishop has asked us to reach out to the Religious Education families to see if they are interested in attending Catholic Schools. There are various scholarships and financial aid package available to help with tuition. If you are interested in sending your child to Catholic School and applying for these scholarships, please contact me at 718-891-0888. Deadline for application is April 20. Thank You Mrs. Angela Parente, Director Faith Formation Around the diocese Back to Basics: Sat., March 11 th 9 am -12 pm, Immaculate Conception Center, Room E, Douglaston, NY open to all those who minister to the sick & homebound. Deacon Andrew Mastrangelo at 718-722-6000 X6458/ Andrew.Mastrangelo@ccbq.org. Bishop Kearney High School: Card Party - Thursday, March 30 th 6:30-11:00pm at the Rex Manor, 1100-60 th Street, Brooklyn, NY. $65p/p For tickets or to make a donation visit: www.bishopkearneyhs.org/giftauction2017. Any questions call Lorraine Macca 718-236-6363 x246. YARNS OF LOVE Meets Wednesdays from 7-8:30 pm in the Rectory Basement Do you like to knit/crochet or want to learn, Come Join Us! For more info, Call Phyllis 917-385-5735 2016 Tax Contribution Statements Contribution Statements of donations given to Resurrection Church during 2016 are available through the Rectory Office. If you wish to receive a copy of your statement, please complete the following form and place it in the collection basket or return it to the parish office during office hours. No phone requests will be accepted. Thank you. Please include a self-addressed, legal sized, stamped envelope. Name: Phone: Address: Envelope # (a # followed by a letter)
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