St. Andrew Church 122 Division Street Sag Harbor, New York 11963 Rev. Peter Devaraj, Pastor Ext. 37 Rev. Manuel Zuzarte, Associate Pastor Rev. Andrew P. Blake, Pastor Emeritus Ms. Jeanne Brown, Parish Secretary Ext. 10 Mr. Robert Diederiks, Pastoral Assistant Ext. 12 Ms. Catherine Montaldo, Business Manager, Cemetery Ext. 38 We welcome the opportunity to serve you. Parish Office hours are: Monday - Friday, 9:30am to 5:00pm. St. Andrew Parish Office 631-725-0123 Fax 631-725-3310 www.standrewchurchsagharborny.org Like us on FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/ StAndrewChurchSagHarbor 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time~June 19th, 2016 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Classes: K-5th Grade at 8:45 am on scheduled Sunday mornings. 6th, 7th and 8th Grades at 7:00 pm on scheduled Wednesday nights. PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY: Hours by appointment only. OUR VISION STATEMENT: We, the community of St. Andrew, are called and empowered through our Baptism to share in Jesus mission of building the Kingdom of God. Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to worship as a community, develop lay leadership and serve the needs of others. Our prayer is that our dedication to Jesus mission will be manifested in harmony, growth and love. OUR MISSION STATEMENT: By the grace of God, we bring Jesus Good News to Life. MASS SCHEDULE: SATURDAY: 9:00 am, 5:00 pm SUNDAY: 8:30 am, 10:00 am (Family Mass), 11:30 am (Youth Mass). MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY: 9:00 am EVE OF HOLYDAY: 7:00 pm HOLYDAY: 9:00 am RECONCILIATION: EVERY1ST, 3RD AND 5TH SATURDAY: 4:00-4:45 pm or BY APPOINTMENT BAPTISMS: Baptisms are celebrated the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month. Parents are required to attend two preparation meetings. Please call the Parish Office for an appointment. MARRIAGES: Parishioners arrangements must be made at least six months prior to the ceremony and before arranging the social plans. DEVOTION: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament takes place on First Friday, immediately following the 9:00 am Mass until 10:30am.
JUNE 18/19, 2016 ST. ANDREW R.C. CHURCH PAGE 2 THE THEME Jesus asks us today: Who do you say that I am? He already knows the answer. He wants to be sure his disciples realize the challenges that are ahead. Do we know the cost of our discipleship? We pray to knowand then choose freely to follow Jesus, who alone can give us life. THE READINGS ZECHARIAH 12:10-11, 13:1: God has mercy on Israel, as they suffer for their sins. GALATIANS 3:26-29: There is one common identity among all who are baptized in Christ. LUKE 9:18-24: Disciples must take up their crosses. -SCHEDULE OF EVENTS - SATURDAY, JUNE 25th, 2016 5:00 PM Mass Priest Fr. Manuel Lector D. Carbone E.M C. Gallagher, M. Griffin, M. Lane QMHR 4:00-4:45PM SUNDAY, JUNE 26th, 2016 8:30 AM Mass Priest Fr. Manuel Lector M. Schildknecht E.M. s J. North, M. North, W. Schildknecht 10:00 AM Mass Priest Fr. Manuel Lector T. Re E.M. s E. Gerecke, J. Holden, L. Koehne 11:30 AM Mass Priest Fr. Manuel Lector S. Miller E.M. s R. Kisleyak, F. McCarthy, V. Schiavoni HAMPTON CARE CENTER SCHEDULE FOR EM S JUNE 26th M. Schildknecht JULY 3rd Deacon A. Griffin MASSES AND SCRIPTURE READINGS OF THE WEEK MASS INTENTIONS REQUESTED BY MONDAY, JUNE 20, 2016 2KINGS 17:5-8, 13-15a, 18; MATTHEW 7:1-5 TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 2016 2KINGS 19:9b-11, 14-21, 31-35a, 36; MATTHEW 7:6, 12-14 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22, 2016 2KINGS 22:8-13; 23:1-3; MATTHEW 7:15-20 Grace Manzo Perillo Linda & George Heine THURSDAY, JUNE 23, 2016 2KINGS 24:8-17; MATTHEW 7:21-29 FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2016 ISAIAH 49:1-6; LUKE 1:57-66, 80 SATURDAY, JUNE 25, 2016 LAMENTATIONS 2:2, 10-14, 18-19; MATTHEW 8:5-17 5: 00 PM For All Fathers Margaret Haslinger Mark Haslinger Ellen Lucas Arthur & Mary Orzano Richard Schmeelk, Jr. Elizabeth SUNDAY, JUNE 26, 2016 1KINGS 19:16b, 19-21; LUKE 9:51-62 8:30 AM For All Fathers Betty Guerin Joe McPartlin Michael Semkus Kathleen, Dave & MacKenzie 10:00 AM For All Fathers Genevieve & Edmund M. Downes Marilyn Downes Vincent & Helen Braccia Braccia Family George Henry Butts Pintado Family John Cili Anita Cili 11:30 AM For All Fathers Ted Stafford Fran & Ann Schiavoni Ann Hall Jennifer & Matthew Hall Moving? Remember to notify us of address or telephone number changes so that our records are always up to date.
JUNE 18/19, 2016 ST. ANDREW R.C. CHURCH PAGE 3 From Fr. Peter s Desk 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time Dear Parish Family: Zechariah s message today in our first reading is confusing and difficult to put into context but the reference to on that day probably refers to the end time when the Lord will return to set things aright. On that day, God will pour a spirit of grace on David s house and all of Jerusalem. God will provide a purifying foundation that will wash away people s sin and uncleanness. This text has been interpreted to prefigure the Gospel account of Jesus prediction of his Passion and Death, with the reconciling and purifying nature of Jesus sacrifice reconnecting all to God. St. Paul, in his letter to the Galatians, clearly professes that being clothed in Christ, we are all children of God, related to one another as family, and made one in Christ. God intended such unity and harmony from the first moment of creation, and Jesus came to proclaim and model for us that such a reality is truly possible. The Kingdom of God is present among us. Jesus, in our Gospel today, asks the great Christological question, who do you say that I am? Peter affirms that Jesus is the Christ or Messiah of God. Jesus knew that his disciples would be called upon to travel the same road as their master and that they had to be willing to deny themselves, take up their cross daily and lose their life in order to save it. My dear friends, we call ourselves disciples of Jesus and Jesus reminds us that if one remains faithful throughout the ups and downs of this life, that our lives will be saved and much more besides. We are called to be faithful followers and to continue to build God s kingdom here on earth. Let us pray for the strength to live a life that will be pleasing to God. God Bless You Always, Fr. Peter STEWARDSHIP Stewardship Reflection Who do you say that I am? Jesus asks Peter in today s Gospel. Does my use of the gifts and talents entrusted to me accurately reflect my answer to that same question? How willing am I to deny myself, take up my cross and follow in His steps? Living Stewardship We are grateful this week for all stewards in our parish who practice the spiritual work of mercy to instruct the ignorant by handing on the faith to kids and grandkids by their own example, or offering their gifts to teach in RCIA, confirmation, youth group or religious education. Parish Sacrificial Giving Summary Weekly goal for 6/12/16 - $6,200.00 Actual collection for 6/12/16- $4,793.00 Faith Direct Weekly Donations - $1,050.00 PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK Most recently: Andrea Guidici, Nora Cosgrove, Joseph Carbone, Kathleen Delaney, Frank Swierad, Rose Varulo, Teddy Koch, Barbara King, Gloria Bennedetto, Tom Buttonow, Al Altschaeffl, Rachel Brown, Marc Lehmuller, Charles Loesch, Robert Federico, Joan Griffin Lord, Hold these men and women in your loving hands and protect them as they protect us and bless them for their selfless acts. We pray for peace in our world and an end to war. Amen. Serving in the armed forces: David McMahon, Ben McMahon, James Calfa, Michael Borgese, Nick Allen, Darren Babula, Clint Kelly, Rudy Lunk, Cherl Scarlato, Daniel Brook Harnett, Darryl Treadwel, Peter Wojciechowski, Radrefa Patterson, Maxwell Yardley, Bonnie O Brien, Russell Little
Faith Direct Did you know that June 20-the first day of summer-is National egiving Day? St. Andrew Catholic Church can take particular joy in this celebration, as the response to egiving in our church has been wonderful. To build on this success, I am setting a National egiving Day Challenge. My goal is for St. Andrew Church families to put envelopes on a permanent summer vacation and make the switch to egiving. This is especially important in the summer months, when many families may be out of town some weekends and St. Andrew Catholic Church does not receive their envelopes. It s easy for people to forget to catch up once they re back, and our weekly offertory can fluctuate as a result-making it harder to predict how much we will have to sustain our year-round ministries. The more families who welcome the beginning of summer by taking this National egiving Day Challenge, the more consistency and predictable our offertory will be month after month-and this will help us do even more to spread Christ s love throughout the community. Being part of this challenge is simple: Visit www.faithdirect.net and use our church code: NY296. Thank you for your continued support of our parish family with your time and talents as well as treasure! God Bless You, Fr. Peter Catholic Charities-Employment Opportunity Catholic Charities are always looking for individuals to join the ministry and offer Care with Dignity... Life with Hope. Direct Support Professionals-Residential Services for developmentally disabled adults-east End LI Locations. FT & PT evening, awake overnight, weekend & on call opportunities are available in (Hampton Bays, Aquebogue & Southold). Essential functions include personal care, household maintenance, transporting/safeguarding residents on community outings, coaching for skills development & administering medications. Experienced and non-experienced applicants welcome. Training provided. HS diploma/ged and a clean, valid NYS Driver s License are required to apply. To apply, transmit resume & Cover letter via email or fax. Please reference ED/DSP-parish bulletin in the subject line of your email/fax. Fax: 516-733-7038 Email:
UPCOMING EVENTS Please see the future bulletins for more information on upcoming events. The Altar Flowers for the week of June 19th were given in Loving Memory of William Mulvihill from Mary Mulvihill Parish Memorials St. Andrew s offers different types of memorials, which can be donated in memory of deceased family members or friends, or for the intentions of living individuals for special occasions. The memorials are as follows: Bread and Wine The suggested donation to sponsor the Bread and Wine is either $25.00 for the week or $100.00 for the month. Missalettes The suggested donation to sponsor the Missalettes for one month is $75.00. Flowers The suggested donation to sponsor the Altar flowers is $75.00 weekly. Bricks The donation to purchase a brick in the walkway is $500.00. ST. ANDREW S is proud to offer for Public Sale Color Prints (22 x 28 ) of Sag Harbor Main Street by local artist Nidia D Alessandro Prints are available to view and for purchase at the Parish Center ground floor level Offices Monday-Friday 10:00AM- 4:00PM UNSIGNED - $30.00 SIGNED w/o number - $40.00 Second Collection Next weekend we will take a second collection for Peter s Pence, the charitable arm of the Pope. Please help our Pope help those most in need of our assistance throughout the World. God bless you for your kindness.