THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF SAINT PATRICK 26 Hunter Street Highland Mills, New York 10930 www.stpatrickny.org Third Sunday of Advent December 11th, 2016 SERVED BY Rev. Joseph J. Tyrrell, Administrator Rev. Emmanuel Anyansi, Parochial Vicar Deacon Paul Weireter THE SACRAMENT OF THE EUCHARIST Sunday Saturday Evening Anticipated Mass... 5:30 pm Sunday Morning...7:30, 9:00, 10:30 am, 12:00 noon Weekday Monday thru Saturday... 9:00 am Holy Days of Obligation Holy Day...7:00 am,9:00 am & 7:00 pm ROSARY: Recited Mon. thru Sat. after 9:00 am Mass NOVENA: Every Monday morning after the 9:00 am Mass the Miraculous Medal Novena is prayed. FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION: Every First Friday after the 9:00 am Mass until 11:00 am concluding with Benediction. PARISH OFFICE Located in the Parish Center next to the C.C.D. Office Phone: 928-6027 Fax: 928-2982 Monday thru Thursday... 9:30 am to 3:00 pm PARISH RECTORY 26 Hunter Street THE SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Confessions are heard on Saturday afternoon from 4:30 to 5:15 pm and anytime upon reasonable request. THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Second & fourth Sundays at 1:30 pm. Expectant parents may contact the parish office to arrange for the baptism seminar class on the third Thursday of every month. The class is held in the Religious Education Building, Room 7 at 7:30 pm. Adults are baptized and confirmed at the Easter Vigil after completing the stages of the Rite of Christian Initiation. RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults: A process for those who wish to enter the Catholic Faith, or for present Catholic individuals who after being baptized need to receive the sacraments of Holy Eucharist and Confirmation. For more information, please call our Parish Office. THE SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Since Catholic marriage requires a time of preparation, arrangements should begin at least six months before the proposed date of the wedding to allow for the Marriage Preparation Program and Natural Family Planning (NFP). PASTORAL CARE OF THE SICK: If you are planning to enter the hospital for surgery, experiencing a prolonged or serious illness, or homebound, call the parish office to arrange for the sacraments of reconciliation, communion and anointing at home. Communal anointing of the sick is celebrated at Mass during the Advent and Lenten seasons. WELCOME TO NEW PARISHIONERS: The Saint Patrick faith community warmly welcomes you! Please introduce yourself to the celebrant of the mass you are attending as you leave the church so that, on behalf of the entire community, you may be welcomed. You can register at the parish office and receive any information needed from the office receptionist. MISSION STATEMENT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM Phone: 928-6688 Fax: 928-2982 Sunday... 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Monday... 12:00-8:00 pm Tuesday - Wednesday... 12:00-9:00 pm - Offices are closed on Fridays YOUTH GROUP...928-6688 Saint Patrick Parish is a Christian community of disciples in the Roman Catholic tradition, called by Jesus, united in Eucharistic worship and growing in faith, hope and love. Nourished through the sacraments and strengthened by God s transforming love, we are empowered to know the gospel message and to bear witness to others. As Christian stewards, we are thankful for God s many gifts and we commit ourselves to share our time, talent and treasure in Christ-like service within our parish community and beyond. We seek God s blessing and guidance to be faithful to this mission.
DECEMBER 11, 2016 THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT MASS INTENTIONS THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2016 7:30 For the People of the Parish 9:00 Mark Michael Ward By Ellen & Jim Ward & Family 10:30 Brian Flores By Michael & MaryJean Terlizzi 12:00 Mary Bennett By The Bennett Family MONDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2016 9:00 Josephine Porco By The Family TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2016 9:00 Intentions of the Quigley Family By The Quigley Family WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2016 9:00 Bernard Quercia By Marilyn Slevin THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2016 9:00 Virginia Tiru By The Lee Family FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2016 9:00 Virginia Ellen Cronin By John & Diane Wollmer & Family SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2016 9:00 Intentions of Johnny Cancel By The Family 5:30 Patricia Delaguerra By Camille & Nikki Leggieri SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2016 7:30 For the People of the Parish 9:00 John Slevin By Marilyn Slevin 10:30 Bernard Quercia By Betty & Tom Sullivan 12:00 Joseph Nasuta By Hieronim Rudzinski & Family First Reading: Isaiah 35:1-6a, 10 Isaiah tells us that when Christ comes, the weak will be made strong, the deaf will hear, the blind will see, and, above all, sorrow and mourning will flee. Second Reading: James 5:7-10 As the farmer waits patiently through winter and spring for the yield of the soil so, too, must we wait patiently for the coming of the Messiah. Gospel: Matthew 11:2-11 While in prison, John sends a messenger to Jesus to ask, Are you He who is to come or do we look for another? Jesus replies by citing the miracles he has performed for the blind, the deaf, and the crippled. He concludes by identifying John as the messenger He has sent to prepare the way. 1998 Bon Venture Services, Inc. CHRISTMAS and NEW YEAR S SCHEDULE 2016 SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Monday, Dec. 19th 4:00 PM 8:00 PM CHRISTMAS MASSES: Saturday, Dec. 24th, Christmas Eve 9:00 AM 4:00 PM 6:00 PM (Children s Choir) 10:00 PM (Choir) Sunday, Dec. 25th, Christmas Day 7:30 AM 9:00 AM 10:30 AM 12:00 PM OCTAVE WEEK OF CHRISTMAS Monday through Friday 9:00 AM Mass NEW YEAR S MASSES Saturday, Dec. 31, New Year s Eve 9:00 AM 5:30 PM Sunday, Jan. 1st, New Year s Day 7:30AM 9:00 AM 10:30 AM 12:00 PM COLLECTIONS Second Sunday of Advent December 4, 2016 December 6, 2015 $5,253.00 $5,424.50 Attendance: 610 Envelope Users: 177
Here is Your God John questions Jesus from prison in today's Gospel for his disciples' sake and for ours. He knows that Jesus is doing "the works of the Messiah," foretold in today's First Reading and Psalm. But John wants his disciples and us to know that the Judge is at the gate, that in Jesus our God has come to save us. The Liturgy of Advent takes us out into the desert to see and hear the marvelous works and words of God the lame leaping like a stag, the dead raised, the good news preached to the poor (see Isaiah 29:18-20; 61:1-2). The Liturgy does this to give us courage, to strengthen our feeble hands and make firm our weak knees. Our hearts can easily become frightened and weighed down by the hardships we face. We can lose patience in our sufferings as we await the coming of the Lord. As James advises in today's Epistle, we should take as our example the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. Jesus also points us to a prophet holding up John as a model. John knew that life was more than food, the body more than clothing. He sought the kingdom of God first, confident that God would provide (see Matthew 6:25-34). John did not complain. He did not lose faith. Even in chains in his prison cell, he was still sending his disciples and us to our Savior. We come to Him again now in the Eucharist. Already He has caused the desert to bloom, the burning sands to become springs of living water. He has opened our ears to hear the words of the sacred book, freed our tongue to fill the air with songs of thanksgiving (see Isaiah 30:18). Once bowed down, captives to sin and death, we have been ransomed and returned to His Kingdom, crowned with everlasting joy. Raised up we now stand before His altar to meet the One who is to come: "Here is your God." Scott Hahn Reflects on the Third Sunday of Advent St. Patrick s Religious Education News Call or stop by the Religious Ed office for more information on our program. Marie Kiely (845) 928-6688. Altar Rosary Society News Altar Rosary Society holds meetings every first Saturday, after 9am Mass, following the Rosary. We are looking for new members to enlighten our ministry to the Blessed Virgin Mary. All who may be willing to serve, please contact Debbie Caldwell at 928-7681. Adult Bible Study The Adult Bible Study meets regularly, every other Thursday. Our next session will be on Dec. 15th. This meeting will be purely social. All members, past and present, are invited to bring a favorite dessert to share. Coffee and tea will be provided. We will meet from 7:30 until 9:00pm in Rm. 8 of the Religious Education Building. This will be our last meeting. We will break for winter and resume again on Thursday, March 2, 2017. AA Meetings Mondays, 6:30pm 7:30pm: Closed Beginner s Meeting (open only to those who desire to stop drinking or thinks they may be an alcoholic) Wednesdays, 6:30pm 7:30pm: Open Speaker Meeting (Everyone is welcome.) Speaker will share their experience, strength and hope. Wednesdays, 7:45pm 8:45pm: Closed Big Book meeting (open only to those who desire to stop drinking or thinks they may be an alcoholic) Reading and discussion of the book Alcoholics Anonymous. Knights of Columbus The Knights of Columbus Council has over 40 members and counting. Look for us at upcoming Masses and around the Village. We will be visible and active within our Parish and Community. If you are a catholic male, over the age of 18, and would like to get involved with your Parish and Community, please contact Vic Ferrarelli at (845) 325-6207. The Knights of Columbus meets every third (3rd) Tuesday, at 8:00pm, in the church basement meeting room of St. Patrick s Church 448 Rt. 32 Highland Mills, NY. We hope to see you as we start to plan some exciting events. St. Patrick s RCIA RCIA will be re-forming in the fall. If you have any questions, would like more information or to register, in any capacity, for the RCIA, please call: Mike Manza @ (845) 541-1527.
Town of Woodbury Parks & Recreation Attention All Youth of the Parish Youth Christmas Choir Saturday, December 24, 2016 6 pm Mass Each year, the youth of our parish participate in the Christmas Eve Mass through the offering of their beautiful gift of music. The time has come to begin preparations for Christmas. Singers will be needed. The choir is open to students in grades 2-12. Rehearsals will be held on the following dates: Sunday, December 18, 2016 5:00pm-6:30pm in St. Patrick s Church Although we have very talented musicians, this year s choir will include vocals only. It will be directed by Pat Murray and accompanied by Judy Manza. Our rehearsal director (and contact person) is Leigh Ann Incledon. If you have any questions, please contact Leigh Ann at: leighannincledon@gmail.com. Angel Giving Tree 2016 Our Angel Giving Tree program is nearing completion. All gifts are due back on Sunday Dec. 11. Gifts may be dropped off in the church under the Angel Giving Trees before or after each Mass this weekend and until 5pm on Sunday Dec 11th. Please do not leave gifts in the Religious Ed. or Parish Office. Remember that each tag represents an actual person in need. We are hoping to ensure that all wishes are granted. If you took a tag and misplaced it or are not able to fulfill that wish, please let us know. Volunteers are needed to sort gifts on Sunday Dec 11th from 2-5. Please let me know if you are available to help. Have a Blessed and Merry Christmas. Theresa - tweissburg@optimum.net or 781-0347. Highland Mills Food Pantry Please place your non-perishable food items in the basket at the church entrance. The Highland Mills Methodist Church is open Saturdays from 10am 11am for people to receive food packages. The pantry serves between 3040 Woodbury families every week. For more information, call 928-6177. Annual Holiday Party St. Patrick s Parish Center-Weireter Hall Town of Woodbury will hold their annual holiday party on December 17th from 4-6 in the gym of St. Patrick s Parish. The festivities will include games, food, fun and a special visit from Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus. All are welcome. Mariapolis Luminosa Nativity Scenes Display 200 Cardinal Road Hyde Park, N.Y. 12538 Each Christmas, throughout the month of December, Mariapolis Luminosa displays over 200 Nativity scenes from every continent in the world. Come by and take in all the beautiful scenes from around the world. Musical entertainment will be provided on the weekends of Dec. 10-11 & 18th at 1:30pm. $5 suggested donation. For more information, please call (845)229-0230 ext. 127 or visit online at: www.focolare.org/mariapolisluminosa Sacred Heart Warming Station Chapel of Sacred Heart 151 Stage Road Monroe, N.Y. Warming station is in urgent need of volunteers. During this Christmas season, let us all spread warmth and cheer to others who are in need. The Warming Station can use overnight volunteers from 9pm to 7am, for those who are homeless and in need of a warm place to stay. Volunteers provide a warm meal and refuge from the cold. There is a training session scheduled on Thursday, December 15th. Trainings are held at 7 PM at St. Paul s United Methodist Church, 58 W Main St., Middletown, NY (use the Mulberry St. entrance.) They have been in operation for the past 8 years and have been providing Sacred Heart with informational support. Additionally, Sacred Heart will provide training for the particular needs of our Warming Station. We are currently serving 6 people per night. Some nights we are closed as we have no volunteers. Would you kindly consider this ministry as a way of serving Our Lord through others? Please call Betsy Johnston at 845-782-8510 for additional information or email parishoutreach@gmail.com Help-Housing Needed: Immediate housing needed for family of six who have relocated from Florida State for employment. Children are enrolled in MW schools for 3 weeks now. Family is willing to stay in a two-bedroom apartment. And will be able to pay $1000 rent plus utilities. Let s see if we can get them into a home for Christmas. Please contact Betsy at parishoutreach@gmail.com.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter For more information go to: www.wwme.org or call toll free: 1-877-NYS-WWME ext. 3. Ministry to Separated and Divorced Catholics This is a support group for separated and divorced Catholics which meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Rectory Meeting Room os St. John s Church, 71 Murray Avenue, Goshen, N.Y. For more information, please contact Helen at (845) 563-0604. The Rachel Ministry At the Marian Shrine in Stony Point Lomagno Hall- Adjacent to the Shrine Church The Rachel Ministry meets every third (3rd) Monday of the month, starting on January 18th. It was created to provide help and support to those who have lost a baby at birth or prior to birth. For more information, call Eileen Peterson at (845)492-6709 or Betty Golemba at (845)271-3344 or (914)450-4759. Adoption China Support Group Children in China need homes. More boys available than girls. Older parents and single women welcome. For more information call Barbara Salvesen at (845) 623-5277. Prayer for the Unborn Jesus, Mary and Joseph, I love you very much. I beg you to spare the life, of the unborn child that I have spiritually adopted, whose life is in danger of abortion. (Please offer this prayer daily for the unborn.)
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