The Parish of the Holy Cross 95 Nichols Road + Nesconset, NY 11767 + 631.265.2200 + www.pothc.org + www.facebook.com/pothcnesconset LET ALL BE WELCOMED AS CHRIST! Be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may discern what is the will of God. Romans 12:2 Come and pray with us! 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time - September 3, 2017 WE CELEBRATE EUCHARIST Monday Thursday: 9:00 A.M. (Chapel) Saturday: 5:00 P.M. Sunday: 8:00 A.M. + 9:30 A.M. + 11:30 A.M. WE CELEBRATE RECONCILIATION Saturday: 3:45 P.M. 4:30 P.M. or call Father Michael for an appointment. WE CELEBRATE BAPTISM Baptisms are celebrated on the second and last Sunday of each month at 1 P.M. Please contact the Parish Office for more information. WE CELEBRATE WEDDINGS Couples should contact the Parish Office at least six months in advance of the proposed wedding date.
We are here for you! 631.265.2200 + Fax 631.265.2229 + pothc@optonline.net Parish Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (closed 12:15-1:00 PM) Rev. Michael F. Holzmann Pastor Ms. Ellen Fox Director of Religious Education Mrs. Mary Anne Mc Culloch Co-Coordinator of Parish Outreach Mrs. Judith Pickel Pastoral Associate PASTORAL TEAM Deacon Ralph Rivera Pastoral Minister Mrs. Elizabeth Shea Business Manager Mr. Brian Reich Director of Music Ministry Mr. Salvatore Finocchiaro Coordinator of Youth Ministries Mrs. Jane Wirth Parish Secretary PASTORAL STAFF Dr. Vincent Mazurek Music Minister Mr. James Reiss Mrs. Mary Pannone Religious Education Secretaries (hcreled@optonline.net) Mr. Gerald Farrell Custodian Celebrants for Next Weekend s Masses September 9th/10th 5:00 PM Fr. Frank Eisele 8:00 AM Fr. Frank 9:30 AM Fr. Michael/Dcn. Ralph 11:30 AM Fr. Michael/Dcn. Ralph Mrs. Mary Inghilterra Weekend Sacristan Mass Intentions Schedule Week of September 3rd, 9AM Mass Mon. David Drey (living) Tue. Carmelita Fennessey Wed. Peter Martin Thu. Henri-Robert Lamarque New Life in Christ Prayers for our Sick Almighty and Eternal God, You are the everlasting health of those who believe in You If you would like to have the name of your loved one listed in our prayers for the sick, please contact the Parish Office at 631-265- 2200 or email to pothc@optonline.net. The Parish Office is closed on Monday, Sept. 4, for Labor Day. There is a 9AM Mass on Monday. 2 Saturday, September 9th, 5 PM Mass MaryAnn Follo, Carmela Terranova, Dorothy Evans, Joseph Zihal, Marylyn Evans Sunday, September 10th, 23rd Sun. in Ordinary Time 8:00 AM Bernard Cornell 9:30 AM People of the Parish 11:30 AM Linda Castro, Margaret Machiski-Connors, Adrienne Bert, Mario Mascari, Anthony LaTorre, Jack Harris Scripture Readings for September 10th, 2017 + Ezekiel 33:7-9 + Romans 13:8-10 + Matthew 18:15-20
Happy Labor Day by Father Michael A few weeks ago, I expressed my hopes for having a parish clean-up day. It will be Saturday, September 16th, from 9AM to 2PM. The scope of our efforts will depend upon how many workers we have. Some of the areas will involve simple weeding. Other projects may require heavy trimming and clearing out some overgrown corners. If you are able to lend a helping hand, we ask that you call the Parish Office or fill out the form on the bottom of this page and drop it in the collection basket. We would like to offer lunch for the workers, so it will be helpful to know how many we should prepare for. Somewhat related to this, is repairing the sign we have in the courtyard. Near the entrance to the offices is a sign identifying the building as the Fr. Bill Breslawski Pastoral Center. I have been told the sign was a deep burgundy when it was new. Now, it is a pale lavender with lots of white chips. Does anyone have any ideas how this sign can be restored? With the recessed letters and the plastic PVC material it is probably more complicated than slapping a coat of paint on it. I am open to suggestions with this one. If it is beyond repair, it will need to be replaced. I also mentioned a few weeks ago that I was going to enhance our sanctuary lamp by the tabernacle. As you can see, that project is underway. The red candle by the tabernacle is temporary until our old sanctuary is wired and installed. It should be complete in two weeks. Our own Deacon Ralph will be expanding his ministry. He will be part of the Diaconate Formation Program. His official title is Formator. It is a bit of an unusual title, but the work is very important. He will serve as a mentor to the men who are in formation. This is an official appointment that he received from Bishop Barres for a term of four years. Most of his involvement with the program will be on Saturdays, so his time away from the parish should be limited. We congratulate him on this assignment and wish him well as he begins this new part of his diaconal service to the Church. We need the help of those of you who are involved in ministry. About 2 months back, we sent all volunteers forms about being rescreened and a back-ground check. This is a requirement of the Diocese (and in fact, all dioceses throughout the U.S). We still have over 100 forms that we need back. We appreciate your cooperation in providing this necessary information. Enjoy the Labor Day weekend. It s back to school time for the kids! Name Email Phone I would like to help between 9AM and 2PM on clean-up day, September 16th. I will I will not be staying for lunch. 3
PARISH NEWS Pray for Our Military Pfc. Richard J. DeKanchuk FC3 Lane Dyar Sgt. Daniel Frost MIDN Jonathan Goohs Jr,USNA WO Christopher Kaminsky Cpl. Michael Knipper, USMC Lt./Dr. Eric Koch Lt./Dr. Amy Zucharo Koch LCpl. Jacob T. Lamm, USMC Sgt. Ryan Mauldin Lt. Ryan Montvydas IT2 Jason Mulderig Cpl. Steven Ziegler A1C Timothy Ziegler We thank the men and women who serve in our military for their service. We will continue to pray for them through 2017. Please let us know at anytime during 2017 if their service is finished, their title has changed, or you would like continued prayers through 2018. May God bless all who serve our nation. Pray for Peace! Holy Cross welcomed these children in August. Anthony Nicholas Armenti Chase Alexander Chambers Madison Mae Guercio Lilyana Rose Manco Brooke Phyllis Pekor Hailey Francesca Pekor Anointing of the Sick On September 3rd, the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is offered after the 9:30 AM Mass. You are strongly encouraged to receive this Sacrament if you are having upcoming surgery, are dealing with a chronic or debilitating illness, are suffering from addiction, mental health issues or frailty. If your loved one has suddenly become ill, please call the parish office so that we can keep them in prayer. Youth Group News! Are you in high school? Will you be making your Confirmation this month? Then come on down with a friend and check out the wonderful opportunities the Youth Group has for you! We would love to see you! The Holy Cross Youth Group is the perfect opportunity for you to continue to grow in your faith and build relationships with others in the parish. Join us on: September 16-17: Youth Group Plant Sale! See flyer on next page! September 24: Youth Group Kick Off Event 6:00-8:00 PM in the Atrium! So, if you are thinking about coming to the Church to see what we are all about, do it! You will not regret it! If you have any questions or concerns, or if you are thinking about joining us and you would like more information, then please contact Sal Finocchiaro, Coordinator of Youth Ministries, at hcyouthgroup15@gmail.com or call the parish office. Thank you! 4
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ATTENTION HOLY CROSS VOLUNTEERS VIRTUS Training, Protecting God s Children for Adults, will be offered at Holy Cross on: Thursday, September 28, 2017, 6:30 9:00 PM As you know, all employees and volunteers are required by the Diocese to attend one of these sessions. (Those who have already attended VIRTUS are not required to go again.) If you have not yet taken VIRTUS training, please register on-line right away, as the number of participants is limited to 20. To register, go to www.virtus.org, click on the yellow tab labeled Registration, and follow the directions. The name of our organization is Diocese of Rockville Centre. Our center is Holy Cross RCC (Nesconset). If you have any questions, or need help with the registration, please call Jude at 265-2200x16. CHILDREN S LITURGY OF THE WORD Children s Liturgy of the Word will resume at the 11:30 Mass on Sunday, September 10th, in the Fr. Joe room. Children's Liturgy, for children in grades K-3, is held every Sunday from September to May, except for holiday weekends. We are looking for additional leaders and helpers for this fall. Time commitment is dependent on the number of leaders and helpers we have. If you are over 18 and would be interested in becoming a leader or are in grades 4 through 12 and would be interested in becoming a helper, or need community service hours, please consider joining this ministry. Training is available. Please contact Karyn at 631-648-3594 for more information. BE A BULLETIN ADVERTISER! Did you know that the Holy Cross bulletin is printed for us each week free of charge? Not only that, our parish receives a part of the advertising commission. So, please frequent The Parish of the Holy Cross the fine establishments that advertise in our bulletin! 95 Old Nichols Road + Nesconset, NY + 631.265.2200 + www.pothc.org LET ALL BE WELCOMED AS CHRIST! WE CELEBRATE EUCHARIST Monday Friday: 9:00 A.M. (Chapel) Saturday: 5:00 P.M. Sunday 8:00 A.M. + 9:30 A.M. + 11:30 A.M. + 5:00 P.M. WE CELEBRATE RECONCILIATION Saturday: After 5:00 P.M. Mass Mondays: 6:30 7:30 P.M. or call for an appointment Second Sunday of Lent March 4, 2012 Come and pray with us! WE CELEBRATE BAPTISM Baptisms are celebrated on the second and last Sunday of each month at 1 P.M. Please contact the Parish Office for more information. WE CELEBRATE WEDDINGS Couples should contact the Parish Office at least six months in advance of the proposed wedding date. If your business could use some exposure, consider advertising in the bulletin. Each weekend, well over a thousand people attend Mass at Holy Cross, most of whom live and shop in Nesconset and the surrounding areas. It s an easy way to reach thousands of area families with information about your business. To advertise in our bulletin call Bill Richter of The Church Bulletin Inc. at 631-943-3639. 6
WOMEN S ENRICHMENT Color Your World with God s Love! To all ladies! Parish of the Holy Cross Women s Enrichment Group Invites you to a wonderful retreat day on Saturday, October 21 st, 2017 10:30am 3:15pm Come join us for a refreshing, spirit filled day! 7
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BEST WISHES TO CONNIE & PAUL CALABRO! CASH CALENDAR Congratulations to the following August Cash Calendar Winners! Date Date DateAmount Amount Amount Name Name Name Receiving a blessing on 8/26/17 Remember Kevin Bacon Don t forget to feed Kevin Bacon your quarters when you come to Mass on Sundays! Your donation benefits Heifer International. Presenting our gift to them Connie, Paul & Fr. Michael by the Welcoming Christ statue 8/1/2017 8/1/2017 8/1/2017 $50 $50 $50 Michael Michael O'Connor Michael O'Connor O'Connor 8/2/2017 8/2/2017 8/2/2017 $50 $50 $50 Ann Marie Ann Marie Kalisky Ann Kalisky Marie Kalisky 8/3/2017 8/3/2017 8/3/2017 $50 $50 $50 Bob Palermo Bob Palermo Bob Palermo 8/4/2017 8/4/2017 8/4/2017 $50 $50 $50 Doreen Doreen Hau Doreen Hau Hau 8/5/2017 8/5/2017 8/5/2017 $50 $50 $50Sisters Sisters of Saint of Sisters Saint Josephs of Josephs Saint Josephs 8/6/2017 8/6/2017 8/6/2017 $50 $50 $50 Carol Carol Ann Schultz Ann Carol Schultz Ann Schultz 8/7/2017 8/7/2017 8/7/2017 $50 $50 $50 Joe Lescinski Joe Lescinski Joe & Linda Lescinski & Linda Spahr & Spahr Linda Spa 8/8/2017 8/8/2017 8/8/2017 $50 $50 $50 Janet Janet Talay Talay Janet Talay 8/9/2017 8/9/2017 8/9/2017 $50 $50 $50 Laura Laura & Joe & Pellechi Laura Joe Pellechi & Joe Pellechi 8/10/2017 8/10/2017 8/10/2017 $50 $50 $50 Nancy Nancy Buonora Buonora Nancy Buonora 8/11/2017 8/11/2017 8/11/2017 $50 $50 $50 Ginny Ginny Brindisi Brindisi Ginny Brindisi 8/12/2017 8/12/2017 8/12/2017 $50 $50 $50 Erin & Erin Dan & McKay Dan Erin McKay & Dan McKay 8/13/2017 8/13/2017 8/13/2017 $50 $50 $50 Elizabeth Elizabeth Sullivan Elizabeth Sullivan Sullivan 8/14/2017 8/14/2017 8/14/2017 $50 $50 $50 Bob Palermo Bob Palermo Bob Palermo 8/15/2017 8/15/2017 8/15/2017 $500 $500 $500 Connor Connor Catania Connor Catania Catania 8/16/2017 8/16/2017 8/16/2017 $50 $50 $50 Kathleen Kathleen Donnelly Kathleen Donnelly Donnelly 8/17/2017 8/17/2017 8/17/2017 $50 $50 $50 The Hayes The Hayes Family The Family Hayes Family 8/18/2017 8/18/2017 8/18/2017 $50 $50 $50 Edward Edward Hau Edward Hau Hau 8/19/2017 8/19/2017 8/19/2017 $50 $50 $50 Gladys Gladys Ognian Ognian Gladys Ognian 8/20/2017 8/20/2017 8/20/2017 $50 $50 $50 Gabrielle Gabrielle Behette Gabrielle Behette Behette 8/21/2017 8/21/2017 8/21/2017 $50 $50 $50 Elizabeth Elizabeth Sullivan Elizabeth Sullivan Sullivan 8/22/2017 8/22/2017 8/22/2017 $50 $50 $50 Duminuco Duminuco Family Duminuco Family Family 8/23/2017 8/23/2017 8/23/2017 $50 $50 $50 Irelyn Irelyn Rhogan Rhogan Irelyn Rhogan 8/24/2017 8/24/2017 8/24/2017 $50 $50 $50 Kathleen Kathleen Donnelly Kathleen Donnelly Donnelly 8/25/2017 8/25/2017 8/25/2017 $50 $50 $50 Regina Regina Kelly Kelly Regina Kelly 8/26/2017 8/26/2017 8/26/2017 $50 $50 $50 Anthony Anthony Martelli Anthony Martelli Martelli 8/27/2017 8/27/2017 8/27/2017 $50 $50 $50 The Geary The Geary Family The Family Geary Family 8/28/2017 8/28/2017 8/28/2017 $50 $50 $50 Mary Mary Estock Estock Mary Estock 8/29/2017 8/29/2017 8/29/2017 $50 $50 $50 Marie Marie Eagers Eagers Marie Eagers 8/30/2017 8/30/2017 8/30/2017 $50 $50 $50 Bill Shea Bill SheaBill Shea 8/31/2017 8/31/2017 8/31/2017 $50 $50 $50 Jo Ellen Jo Ellen Jo May-Wadsworth Ellen May-Wadsworth SPECIAL COLLECTIONS This weekend, there will be a basket in the Atrium for donations to help the victims of the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey in the Gulf Coast regions. Next weekend, at the offertory we will also be collecting for the Catholic University of America, located in Washington D.C. CUA, the national university of the Catholic Church in the United States, offers students an excellent education in a faith-filled atmosphere that is grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition. 9
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MEETINGS THIS WEEK RELIGIOUS FREEDOM Saturday, September 2nd 3:45-4:45 PM HOLY HOUR FOR PEACE Worship Area Sunday, September 3rd After 9:30 Mass ANOINTING OF THE SICK Worship Area Monday, September 4th 9:00 AM MASS Worship Area (The Parish Office is closed for the Labor Day holiday.) www.cffor.org Polite Polite Persecution Persecution vs vs Religious Religious Freedom Freedom Tuesday, September 5th IN STITCHES GROUP PASTORAL COUNCIL Wednesday, September 6th SENIORS LEV. 3&4 CATECHIST MTG. Thursday, September 7th SCRIPTURE STUDY LEV. 3&4 CATECHIST MTG. Saturday, September 9th LEVEL 9 RECONCILIATION Sunday, September 10th BAPTISMS 10:00 AM Fr. Joe Room 7PM Fr. Joe Room 11AM-2:30PM Atrium 7PM Atrium 10:00 AM Fr. Joe Room 1:30 PM Atrium REMINDERS Hearing Devices 10AM & 3:30PM Worship Area 1:00 PM Worship Area For parishioners who have difficulty hearing, Holy Cross has individual devices which can amplify sound. They are simple to use and work for those who wear hearing aids and those who do not. If you are interested in using one of these devices, please see the Sacristan or an Usher prior to Mass. Gluten Free Hosts For parishioners who have Celiac Disease or a gluten sensitivity, Holy Cross has gluten free hosts. If you would like to receive a gluten free host during Communion, please inform the Sacristan prior to Mass 11 Pope Pope Francis Francis has has warned, warned, There There is a is polite a polite per- per- secution in America in America and and the the world world that that takes takes away away from from man man and and woman woman their their freedom freedom as well as well as as their their right right to to conscientious objection. Catholics For For Freedom of Religion of Religion is is dedicated to to educating all all Americans about about the the facts facts of First of First Amendment religious freedom...what..what it is, it how is, how dearly dearly it was it was purchased for for us and us and how how quickly quickly it it can can be be lost. lost. Through education, prayer prayer and and inspiration, inspiration, each each American is is empowered to act, to act, according according to his to his conscience, to preserve to preserve religious religious liberty. liberty. CFFR CFFR has has developed the the following following materials materials and and programs programs to to assist assist in this in this goal: goal: Empower Empower our our Children: Children: Free Free to Be to Be Students Students of of Faith : Faith : Our Our lessons lessons empower empower students, students, parents parents and and teachers teachers by by revealing revealing THE THE BIG BIG SECRET : SECRET : Public Public schools schools are are not not God-Free God-Free Zones! Zones! Video Video and and guide guide are are available. available. Educational Educational Bulletin Bulletin Items: Items: Focus Focus on Religious on Religious Freedom : Emailed weekly to parishes and Freedom : Emailed weekly to parishes and Individuals upon request. Individuals upon request. Rosary Meditations: For the blessing of religious Rosary Meditations: For the blessing of religious liberty and the preservation of Catholic Healthliberty and the preservation of Catholic Healthcare. care. Religious Freedom 101: 6-session, small group Religious Freedom 101: 6-session, small group study course with materials and guide basic study course with materials and guide basic facts. facts.
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