September 27th, 2015 The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time Roman Catholic Church of St. Matthew 35 North Service Road, Dix Hills, New York 11746 Tel: (631) 499-8520 Fax: (631) 499-1530 www.smrcc.org Office Hours Monday-Friday in the Parish Center 9am-5pm The Salvation of Souls is the Supreme Law September 27th, 2015 The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time Pastor: Rev. Robert S. Hewes Parochial Vicar: Rev. Allan Sikorski In Residence: Rev. Lawrence Rafferty Deacons : James McQuade, Carmine DeStefano & Luis Polanco Pastoral Associate: Sister Kathleen McCarthy, O. P. D.R.E.: Mary Donaldson Music Director: Thomas Tirino 1
PARISH MINISTRIES: ALTAR SERVERS: John DiGiogio: johndigiorgio@optonline.net, Mark Petosa: markamerica@verizon.net APOSTLESHIP OF PRAYER: Kathryn Giandoreggio: 631-491-3735 ATHLETIC WEB SITE: www. smrcc.org ATHLETICS DIRECTOR: Chris Felice: smrcc.org INTRAMURAL COORDINATOR: Patrick Mantione: pmatione@verizon.net CYO TRAVEL COORDINATOR: Dom Sabatino: domsabatino@optonline.net ATHLETICS MODERATOR: Rev. Allan Sikorski: 499-8520 x 125 BAPTISMS: Bettyanne Russo: 499-8520 x 126 BEREAVEMENT: Kathryn Monaco Douglas: 495-8541, Anthony Monoco: 516-779-3568 BIBLE STUDY: Anthony Albano : 586-4827 BOY SCOUTS: Ernst Tramposch: 631-254-2656 BULLETIN: Bettyanne Russo 499-8520 x 126. email: stmatthewdixhills@gmail.com BUSINESS MANAGER: Dolores Tiernan: 499-8520 x 113 CATHOLICS FOR FREEDOM OF RELIGION: Ann Podina :858-0684 CATHOLIC MINISTRIES APPEAL: John Gatto: 499-8520 x 117 C.C.D. -RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Mary Donaldson,D.R.E. 864-3321, Rita Minder, Assistant CHOIRS: ADULT, FESTIVAL & TRIDENTINE (LATIN): Thomas Tirino-Director 499-8520 x116. Ed Oriani - Cantor for Tridentine Mass CHILDREN S CHOIR: Nicole Nicholson: childrenschoir@smrcc.org COMPASSIONATE CARE & CONSOLATION MINISTRY: Sr. Kathleen McCarthy 499-8520 x124 September 27th, 2015 The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time 2 EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION: Ray Smolenski: 243-0449 EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS TO THE HOMEBOUND: Sr. Kay McCarthy: 499-8520 x 124 FEED THE POOR MINISTRY: Frank Harnos: 499-0074 OR Julie Maddaloni: 242-2183 FOOD PANTRY: Sr. Kay McCarthy: 499-8520 x 124 HOSPITALITY: Hugo & Lisa Hugasian: 586-3932 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Tony De Losa GK, 748-0900 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SQUIRES: Sir Francis Scotti: 917-567-9829 LECTORS: Helen Campa: 586-0682 LEGION OF MARY: Judy Archbold: 667-4629 MINISTRY OF PRAISE: Rosemary Sammon: 499-5176 MOMMY and ME: Jessica Larsen: 258-3965 PARISH OUTREACH: Sr. Kay McCarthy: 499-8520x124 PILGRIM MADONNA: Adreana Napolitano: 673-9353 PLANT ENGINEER: Luis Flores: 492-7881 PRE-CANA: Deacon Carmine DeStefano 631-643-8077 RCIA: Marie Prainito: 499-4725, Robert A. Ruvio: 917-589-8473 RIGHT TO LIFE: Toni Shannon: 586-3807 ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY: Mary Lou Lea: 631-581-2804 PASTOR/PARISH SECRETARY: Bettyanne Russo: 499-8520 x 126 SONS OF ITALY : Joseph Tursi: 543-9491 SPANISH MINISTRY: Deacon Luis R. Polanco 648 7330 ST. VINCENT de PAUL: John Gatto: 499-8520 USHERS: Thomas Siegler: 920-2055 YOUNG SENIORS MODERATOR: Fr. Allan Sikorski 499-8520 x125 YOUTH MINISTRY: Gina Drost: 631-835-3088, Email: Youth@smrcc.org Mondays Novena 5:15 p.m. Legion of Mary 2:30 p.m. in the Blessed Mother Classroom Tuesdays Rosary Society meets the first Tuesday after the first Sunday of each month at 7:00 p.m. K of C General/Business Meeting 8:00 p.m. (2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month) Thursdays Young Seniors: 9:00 a.m. Apostleship of Prayer: 1st Thursday after 9:00 Mass Fatima Spiritual Formation Prayer Group 1st Saturday of the month after 9 a.m. Mass in Blessed Mother Room Adult Choir practice 7:30 p.m. in Family Room Festival Choir: 2nd and 3rd Thursday in Family Room Saturdays Bible Study 9:45 a.m. Spanish Bible Study 1:00 p.m. Tridentine Mass Choir (Latin) 4:00 p.m. in Family Room Youth Ministry: 7-8 p.m. HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS AL-ANON / ALATEEN Family Group: 631-669-2827 A. A. 24 Hr Hotline: 631 669 1124 Birthright: 631 821-9727 Brighter Tomorrows: 631 395 1800 Catholic Charities (Food Stamp Info): 631 789-9546 Child Abuse: 631-439-0480 Day top: 1-800 2 DAYTOP Domestic Violence Hotline: The Retreat 631 329 1200 Emotions Anonymous: Call Dominick with any questions: 631-321-1980 Good Shepherd Hospice: 631-376-3758 Life Center of Long Island: 631-243-2373 Long Island Women's Coalition: 631-666-8833 Suicide Prevention 1-800 SUICIDE Victims Info. Bureau of Suffolk: 631-360-3606 Diocese of Rockville Centre (D.R.V.C.) Special phone line for reporting allegations of sexual abuse by church personnel and volunteers: 516-594 9063.
September 27th, 2015 The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time 3 Business Manager Dolores Tiernan Finance Chairperson Richard Bove Trustees Deacon Carmine DeStefano and Joseph Napolitano Weekly Collection Faith Direct: $2000.00 September 19th & 20th $13,210.00 Retired Priests $5591.00 The Bread and Wine are in Loving Memory of Alger J. Arbour With love from Donna and Dave Cooper The Altar Candles are in Loving Memory of John, Anna and Joseph Incorvaia From Your Loving Children Please Pray for Our Deceased Jerome T. Burke Respect Life Sunday Sunday, October 5 is Respect Life Sunday. As we celebrate Respect Life Sunday, we are reminded that the assaults on human dignity come in many forms. The Respect Life Office is charged with deepening our already strong commitment to prolife activities and parish education. Please support this vital work through participation in the special Respect Life envelope collection. Your prayers and assistance are greatly appreciated. Saturday, Sep 26 5:00 PMIntention for Jack Tseng Ken Damm Philip Ferro M.D. Robert Maffei Angelo Gentile Paul Gretschel 7:00 PM Pedro Grisales Sunday, Sep 27 7:30 AM Gerald Lane, Jr. 9:30 AM Vincent & Louise Costello 63rd Anniversary 11:00 AM Josephine Jaskiewicz 12:30 (L)PM People of the Parish 12:30PM Anna Torre Monday, Sep 28 9:00 AM Freddie Mickel Tuesday, Sep 29 9:00 AM Vita Osko Wednesday, Sep 30 9:00 AM John Roosa Thursday, Oct 1 9:00 AM Sal Gatto Friday, Oct 2 9:00 AM Kazimierz B. Ryder Saturday, Oct 3 9:00 AM Catherine Lo Casto Hope Burvenich Intention of Jimmy Joseph Fay D"Amore John Cassidy Jr. Joanne Lzicker 5:00 PM Intention for Jack Tseng Anna Di Gregorio Jean De Stefano Graciela Acebedo Eileen Hoey Eleanor Ann Bongiovi 7:00 PM Peace for all those who are Persecuted for their Faith Sunday, Oct 4 7:30 AM Teresa Debono 9:30 AM John Roosa 11:00 AM Catherine Gibson 12:30 PM (L) People of the Parish 12:30 PM Joseph Mannino
September 27th, 2015 The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time 4 Dear friends, Many of you will have shared in at least one, if not more, of all the events planned to celebrate our Parish s Golden Jubilee. We had concerts (from the St. Anthony s High School chorus and a classic piano recital by Tom Tirino, our Music Director), a musical play Man of LaMancha,, an indoor barbecue hosted by the Knights of Columbus, a LI Ducks ball game, and finally a splendid festive Mass in honor of Saint Matthew and a joyful and fun gala afternoon dinner dance just last weekend. I am particularly grateful to Dolores Tiernan who acted as General Chairwoman for all the various events and all the extensive planning. In addition, many of the Parish s staff and volunteers pitched in and assisted in all the aspects of this past year s celebrations and to them we all owe much appreciation and gratitude. However, something that stands out in my mind is the kindness and support from so many of you that I saw every time we had a special event. The Parish whose Golden Jubilee we have just celebrated is a very special place not only because of the things I mentioned above, but the perduring living Catholic Faith that has long been a distinctive feature of this Parish s half-century of existence. It is a joy to be part of the history and to help guide the future of this cherished community of faith, hope, and charity. God s blessings, Father Hewes
September 27th, 2015 The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time 5 October 3 & 4 5:00 PM 7:30 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM 12:30 PM J. Seefried H. Campa S. Kampta E. McEvoy B. Abadom 5:00 P.M. 7:30 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM 12:30 PM D. Tiernan J. D Agostino J. Napolitano B. Pape A. Fazio J. Commisso B. Hermosura C. DeStefano E. McEvoy M. Shef C. Vela K. DiGiovanna B. Napolitano G. Cruz A. Sosnilo M. Brennan G. Gurrieri B. Abadom our Sick Margarita Abelaruiz Frank Agoglia Richard J. Albergo Baby Chloe Atienza Alfonse Barone Vivian Blom Eric Bohlsen Shirley Brown Christian Brown Madeline Burke Andrew Camanaco Anthony Carabba Baby Michael V. Cintorino Gerard Costa Joseph Costa Jo Ferlini Marino Figueroa Josephine Flynn Thomas Frecletn Karen Garrison Connor Golden Lauren Heinz Johnny James Henley Jr. Thomas Smith Henley Carol Kelly Harold Kelly Barbara Labate Greg Makarius Terrence Martin Michael Mazzara Helen McDowell Angela Miller Marie Pecoraro Greg Pederson Ann Perillo Vincenza Petrozziello Gloria Jean Prochilo Marge Puccio Mario Puliciani Tina Quarello Alice Reilly Helen Reineking Charles Sanzone Cecelia Sanzone George Schnell June Sheehan Margaret Stachler Ed Stein Diego Stincone Terry Tanzer Brian Tripp Antoinette Vidal Emerson Vidal Emerson Vidal II Lisa Vidal Matthew Wagner Michael Winston Becky Zallek Bernard Zoborowski Mary Zuccaro We Pray, especially for our Service Men and Women: Matthew Kirchner Army, Noah Kirchner Airforce, Ensign Melanie Thompson - Navy, Capt. Joseph De Monte IV-Pilot-United States Air Force, 1st Lieut. 1st Lt.Gerard J. Connolly II-Army-10th Mountain Division- Afghanistan, Pvt. Michael Dore, U.S. Army, Lt. Brendan Johnston, U.S. Navy,, LCPL Michael Porfidio, Marine in Afghanistan, Ga Jeffrey Gabriellini - Airforce, Cpl Louis Angulo-Afghanistan, Corporal Michael Grella Navy Airman, Julien-Army-Iraq., Lt. Col. Robert Wright-Marines, Lance Corporal Robert Kirschenheiter- Marines-Iraq, Sgt. Travis Coleir, Sean Keeffe -Army, Tara Kelly, Chris Skala - Marines, Sr Airman Leah Dunne, Paul Ryder - Marines, Nicky Bivona - Navy, Michael Wissemann, LPL San Sievero - Marines, Ambrose Michelino, Jarod Racuot-Army, Robert Scarpelli, Anthony Lazado -Marines, Richard Freese, Jr. -Navy, Rho Nagasguna - Marines,Michael Doherty -Army, Pablo Quirindongo- CW4-Army, Cpl. Ronnie Belmarez- Marines, Lt. Commander Christopher Grande-Navy. The RCIA is forming new groups for the reception of the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and First Eucharist. If you would like to be received into the church or complete your initiation please call Marie Prainito at 631-499-4725. For those who have already inquired, you should have received a call. If you have been overlooked please call me. Thank you, Marie Prainito.
September 27th, 2015 The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time 6 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION The Place for Learning and Praying Our Family/Children s Mass is Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Mary Donaldson, Director, Rita Minder, Assistant Religion Office Phone 864-3321 Fax 499-1530 Email: maryccd@smrcc.org LOOKING AHEAD Many families still have not registered their child/children for the upcoming Winter Program (September 2015 thru April 2016) grades two through eight, which begins tomorrow, Monday, September 28th. We cannot place your child without the proper paperwork. It is important that you return those bright orange forms as soon as possible so that your first and second choice does not become compromised. If you don t have the registration form, you can come into the Religion office and we will give you one. When registering a new student, 1st thru 8th grade, you must come into the Religion Office, on the second floor of the Parish Center, Monday through Thursday, between 11:00AM and 5:00PM. Please be sure to bring a copy of the child s Baptismal Certificate when you come. The fee of $175.00 per child is due at that time. For safety reasons, ALL students, grades 1 thru 6, must be signed in and out by a parent or adult. Students in the 7th and 8th grades can be dropped off at the door by the Gym and come right upstairs to their classrooms BUT MUST BE SIGNED OUT EACH WEEK BY A PARENT OR ADULT. Situations in the past have caused us to insist on parent/adult sign out for these grades. This is for your child s safety and protection as well as ours, not to mention it is dark when the children are leaving the building and they do not always see or know where their parent has parked. GRADE LEVEL MASSES FOR WINTER AND SUMMER PROGRAM STUDENTS Sunday, October 4, 2015, 1st & 2nd grade will attend the 9:30 Mass. Sunday, October 18, 2015, 3rd & 4th grade will attend the 9:30 Mass. Sunday, October 25, 2015, 5th & 6th grade will attend the 9:30 Mass. These Masses do include all the Summer Program students as well. For those students attending grade level Masses listed above, please sit in the front of the Church, try to arrive by 9:10AM and remember your tithing envelopes as they are not only used for a donation but also for taking attendance. All family members are invited to join us at these Masses. There will be hospitality downstairs in Msgr. Goggin Hall after all of these grade Masses. Please come, have a cup of coffee and meet other parents and parishioners. TEACHERS We love our teachers and we appreciate all that they do. The Religious Education Program is a success because of them. At this time, we are looking for new people (men and women) who would like to join our teaching staff. Also, our Special Needs program has grown over the past couple of years and we are in need of teachers who have experience in this area as well. If you are so inclined and would like to teach, please contact the Religion Office. Classes are cancelled on Monday, October 12th, for Columbus Day.
September 27th, 2015 The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time 7 St. Matthew R.C. Church Friday October 2, 2015 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. October is Respect Life Month. To celebrate, the Diocesan Respect Life Office has invited all parishes in the Diocese of Rockville Centre to unite in prayer and participate in this special program for life. The program consists of having three different parishes (one in each of the three Vicariates) offer Eucharistic Adoration and Rosary for Life every day of the month. The program runs from October 1st through October 31st. Please join us in the Chapel! STAND UP FOR LIFE! The Long Island Coalition for Life s 18 th Annual Stand Up for Life event is Sunday October 4, from 2 to 3:30pm. Please join St Matthew s Respect Life Ministry on Rte. 110 at the south entrance of the mall as we prayerfully witness to the value of ALL life.
September 27th, 2015 The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time 8 RESPECT LIFE NEWS Spiritual Adoption Program Everyone loves the beauty and innocence of a baby. As an expression of that love, St. Matthew s will renew the Spiritual Adoption Program in September. The members of St. Matthew s parish family will have the opportunity to spiritually adopt a child who is newly conceived. Not all newly conceived babies are allowed to be born. In fact, more than 3,600 babies lose their lives to abortion each day. It is these babies you are being asked to adopt. You may adopt a child individually or as a family. Even though you will not know the baby for whom you will be praying, you will be asked to name the child, thereby giving the baby the humanity he or she deserves. You will be asked to pray for your unborn child and for all unborn children, for the power of prayer is great. You will receive monthly reports through the parish bulletin describing your baby s development. Posters at the Respect Life Bulletin Board in the breezeway will also update you on the monthly progress of your child whose date of birth we will celebrate on Father s Day in June of 2016. Keep track of the size, too, with the ruler on the right edge of the posters! Best of all, it s free -- the only commitment requested is a short daily prayer! There are millions of unborn babies desperately in need of your prayers. Won t you please spiritually adopt one and share the love for life that God has given you? For more information, please see the Frequently Asked Questions on the Respect Life bulletin board in the breezeway or call Lisa at 499-6684 DAY ONE Developing Baby At the moment the father s sperm and mother s egg unite, a new and unrepeatable human being comes into existence, complete with his own unique set of DNA. Although he is only one cell, everything about this little person is already present: color of eyes, blood type, the height he will grow to be, color of hair everything! He will play a role in his family and his community a role only he can play! Nothing is added after conception to make him a complete human being. He already exists; all he needs is nourishment, a safe, warm environment, and most of all love. His parents don t even know he exists yet. Pray for them to safely bring their baby to birth so he can fulfill the mission God has for him. Spiritual Adoption Prayer Dear Jesus, child of Mary, I love you and thank you for your unconditional love. I plead with you to save the life of, the unborn child whom I have spiritually adopted and whose life is threatened by abortion. May this child be allowed to grow in wisdom, age and strength in Your presence and in the sight of all. Amen
September 27th, 2015 The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time 9 Please join the millions worldwide who pray each day for the monthly prayer intentions of Pope Benedict XVI. Since 1844 the members of the Apostleship of Prayer have offered themselves to God for the salvation of souls, the Church, the intentions of all Apostles of Prayer, and the intentions of the Pope. The Holy Father gives us two prayer intentions each month, one a general intention and the other an intention for world missions. DAILY OFFERING PRAYER God, our Father, I offer You my day. I offer You my prayers, thoughts, words, actions, joys, and sufferings in union with Your Son Jesus' Heart, who continues to offer Himself in the Eucharist for the salvation of the world. May the Holy Spirit, who guided Jesus, be my guide and my strength today so that I may witness to Your love. With Mary, the mother of our September Universal: That opportunities for education and employment may increase for all young people. Evangelization: That catechists may give witness by living in a way consistent with the faith they proclaim. Lord and of the Church, I pray especially for this month's intentions as proposed by the Holy Father. Amen. "Today also, conscience is confused with personal opinion, subjective feelings, and selfwill." Blessed John Henry Newman 6/29/15) Whom do we obey, God or government? Pope Francis has repeatedly said that marriage must be a union of one man and one woman... Understanding this can help us as we welcome, respect, and care for gay people, on the one hand, and oppose same-sex marriage on the other hand. (irishcatholic.le; cruxnow.com, "Certainly every citizen of this land, regardless of their sexual orientation, deserves to be respected in their person and civic life. But enshrining same-sex marriage in our constitutional system of governance has dangers that may become fully evident over time," said Cardinal Sean O'Mally, Boston. A Washington State florist was sued under a state law that denies religious liberty to businesses when it comes to participating in same-sex marriages. Barronelle Stutzman is being sued both professionally and personally - meaning that her retirement savings and personal assets are at risk - when she turned down a longtime customer who asked her to produce a flower arrangement for his "wedding" to another man. She instead recommended other area florists. "Government is supposed to protect freedom, not intimidate citizens into acting contrary to their faith and conscience," said her ADF Legal Counsel Jeremy Tedesco. (LifeSiteNews.com, 6/3/15) "There comes a time when one must take a position that is neither safe, nor politic, nor popular, but he must take it because conscience tells him it is right." Martin Luther King, Jr. Mark your Calendar: * Saturday, October 10, 2015, 11AM-2PM, Nassau Community College Center for Catholic Studies, Garden City, NY. Presentation: "Religion and the Civil War: Focus on the Catholic Church," keynote speaker: Brother Syriac, Chaminade H.S. faculty; free admission & lunch - must register for parking pass: 516-572-7472 On September 27, the Church celebrates the feast of St. Vincent de Paul. St. Vincent said that Love is inventive to infinity. The members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul are on the front line in laboring for the poor, they are among the first to know their real needs. This month, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was able to assist families, providing food, money for utility, rent and other bills. God Bless You!
September 27th, 2015 The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time 10 Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, Council 7479 Collecting for our Food Pantry Parish Outreach (Sr. Kay) and St.Vincent de Paul (John Gatto) FOOD DRIVE Oct, 3-4, 10-11 Weekends THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR DONATIONS COULD YOU HELP AND COLLECT ONE OR MORE OF THESE ITEMS? Food Items Needed: Canned Meals: Soup, Stew, Ravioli, Spaghetti, Tuna Fish, Peanut Butter Pancake Mix, Canned Fruit, Boxed Potato, Cereal, Pasta Sauce, Pasta, Rice, Jelly, Coffee Toiletries Needed: Laundry soap Toilet tissue Gift cards for perishable food are also needed. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL FRANK HARNOS (631) 449-0074 If you are interested in joining and becoming a KNIGHT call Kevin Bertolini (631) 254-0087 or Tony De Losa (631) 748-0900 YES News: Meetings on Thursdays, following 9am mass Our calendar for October meetings is: October 1- St. Anthony's chorus will sing at the 9am mass. After mass, breakfast will be served. October 8 - We.. will celebrate October birthdays. October 15 - Jesslca from Perf o rrn a nee PT and Wellness will speak on the "Importance of Exercise". October 22 - Monthly luncheon to be held at the Village Lantern in Lindenhurst. The cost is $25 per person. CaH Joan at 586.. 0914 if you plan to attend. October 29 - Our regular meeting. Hope to see you there!
September 27th, 2015 The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time 11 Dear Rosarians, Our first meeting of the year had a wonderful turnout for our guest speaker Father Roy. It was so nice to see some new members along with the return of our current Rosarians. Our next meeting is at 7pm on Tuesday, October 6 th. We will begin in the Chapel with the Living Rosary. We will hold our business meeting in Monsignor Goggin Hall followed by a presentation from Richard Sarentino of the Dix Hills Fire Department. He will provide tips on preventing falls and fire safety. We invite the parish to join in this meeting. On Sunday, November 15th we will be holding our annual Holiday Craft Fair. We will be putting together baskets for our Chinese Auction Raffle. All new items will be greatly appreciated along with gift certificates. If you have any questions or would like to help in some way, please contact Louise Benenati, our Chairlady, 586-4515, cell- 662-6074. On Monday, December 7 th, we will be having our Christmas Party at The Bonwit Inn. The cost is $27 per person. We will begin collecting money now. Please send your check to Louise Benenati at 130 Albany Street, Deer Park, NY 11729. Please bring an unwrapped gift for the Life Center on the day of the party. Your generosity is always appreciated. I look forward to seeing all of you at our meeting. New members are always welcome. Remember to pray the Rosary, a powerful prayer to God, through His Mother, Mary. Mary Lou Lea President Upcoming Events: October 6 th - Rosary Meeting November 3 rd - Rosary Meeting November 15th: Holiday Craft Fair December 2 nd : 12:15 Rosary Society & Legion of Mary Mass for deceased Members. December 7 th : Christmas Party at the Bonwit Inn- 12:00 December 12-13 th - Poinsettias Sale The Saint Matthew Youth Choir is back in the swing of things. Our first rehearsal of the school year took place on Wednesday September 16. We meet each Wednesday from 5:30-7:00pm. If you are currently in 2 nd 12 th grade and love to sing, then this is the opportunity for you!! To join: come by Wednesday evening and meet us in the Mommy and Me Room. The St. Matthew Youth Choir sings each Sunday for the Youth and Family Mass at 9:30, the Interfaith Service, Parish Tree Lightings, Various Religious Education Events, has participated in Choir Festivals, and has been featured on Telecare TV for the past 4 years! Join a group of dedicated singers, make new friends, and partner with us in song and prayer for our 2015-2016 season. If you have any additional questions, please contact our Youth Choir Director, Ms. Nicole Nicholson at nmc268@nyu.edu.
September 27th, 2015 The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time 12 FLU INJECTIONS WILL BE GIVEN BY RITE AID AT ST. MATTHEW S ON SUNDAYS OCTOBER 18 TH AND NOVEMBER 15 TH FROM 8:00 AM UNTIL 1:45 PM. Place: Mirror Room 1 st floor of the Parish Center Cost: $29.99 without insurance. Cash only The following plans are accepted. (PLEASE BRING INSURANCECARD) Medicare B, Cigna, United Healthcare, Aetna, Affinity, Oxford, Gateway, Tricare, Epic, Medicaid, Envisions Rx (eldercare), Anthem, WHI, Empire SSBS Nextrx, United Federation of Teachers Welfare Fund. Emblem Health, HIP, GHI If you have another insurance, please check with the Pharmacist at the number below and bring your card that day. If you have any questions prior to October 18 th, please call the Pharmacist Jean at Rite Aid at 254-0464 If you also wish to receive the pneumonia vaccine, please call Jean by Sept.10th. Please return to Sister K. McCarthy by October 1st This is very important as Rite Aid needs to know how much FLU vaccine will be needed. Name Phone Number WALK- INS ARE WELCOME PARISH OUTREACH DISASTER RELIEF While Superstorm Sandy impacted our Long Island Shores in October 2012, the recovery for many Long Islanders is still on-going. At this point in the recovery process, many Sandy Survivors find themselves handling post-disaster stress. The Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART), a new ministry of Catholic Charities, has trained, licensed social workers and a licensed clinical social worker available to assist clients impacted by Superstorm Sandy. The program addresses the ongoing stress clients and their families are continuing to experience as they recover from the affects Sandy had on them, their homes, their communities and their personal relationships. These trained therapists are able to support and counsel clients dealing with various forms of the postdisaster distress that have resulted in anxiety, depression and severe stress. Clinical therapy, trauma counseling and referral to supportive services are available to clients of all ages, in home or at the DART office. These services are available free of charge. Contact: Location: Jane Collins, LCSW 333 N. Main Street Freeport, NY 11520 Telephone: 516-442-3747 AmazonSmile Foundation benefits our local Catholic Charities! We are happy to announce that Catholic Charities, Diocese of Rockville Centre, is now a registered charity with AmazonSmile. As most of you know, AmazonSmile is a website operated by Amazon that allows customers to enjoy the same wide selection of products, low prices, and convenient shopping features as on Amazon.com. The difference is that now when you shop on AmazonSmile (smile.amazon.com), the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases back to Catholic Charities. Please make sure when you first visit the AmazonSmile site you select Catholic Charities Diocese of Rockville Centre as the charitable organization you wish to support when prompted and then you may begin to shop. 0.5% might seem like a small amount to be donated back to Catholic Charities but the amount adds up fast when many Amazon shoppers designate Catholic Charities as the charity to benefit. Go to http://smile.amazon.com for answers to all your questions and to register. Thank you for supporting Catholic Charities!
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September 27th, 2015 The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time 16 Swinging for Scholarships Golf Tournament Monday, October 5, 2015 Meadow Brook Club Jericho, New York Golf Foursomes Only, Limited to 30 Registration & Brunch: 10:30am Tee-Off: 12:30pm Cocktail Reception/Awards: 5:30pm Foursome - $3,500 Cocktail Reception Only - $200 Sponsorships Available ranging from Tee Sign ($500) to Driving Range ($1,500) to Golf Ball Sponsor ($2,000) The mission of Tomorrow s Hope Foundation is to ensure the excellence as well as the continuance of Catholic elementary schools on Long Island, by increasing awareness and by providing scholarships and program funding for the needs of students and schools throughout the Diocese of Rockville Centre. Our goal is to give more children the opportunity to enjoy the advantages of an elementary Catholic school education. If you are interested in attending, please contact Allison Strack, 516-745-7635 or astrack@thfny.com. All funds raised at the outing will go to support the Tomorrow s Hope Foundation Children s Scholarship Fund.
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