ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI 29 Northgate Drive, Greenlawn, NY Telephone: 631-757-7435 FAX #631-757-0469 E-mail: stfrangreenlawn@aol.com Website: www.stfrancisgreenlawn.org Rev. Peter F. Kaczmarek, Pastor Rev. Francois Eale, In Residence Msgr. Patrick Armshaw, Pastor Emeritus Deacon Allan Longo, Faith Formation Deacon James Byrne Deacon Jean Cantave Masses: Saturdays: 4:30pm Sundays: 8am, 10am, 12pm & 5pm (Christian Rock Mass) Weekdays: 8:30am
Mission Statement: St. Francis of Assisi Parish is a Christ-centered family of believers, celebrating Christ alive in our lives through the inspiration of the Gospel, church teachings and traditions and the Sacraments. We are sensitive to the spiritual and temporal needs of God s people, acknowledging their uniqueness and dignity and are dedicated to reaching out and serving them through prayer, liturgical celebrations and social ministries. Guided by the Holy Spirit and nourished by the Holy Eucharist, we welcome all people with, respect and compassion. We are vigilant in protecting the rights of the most vulnerable. In the tradition of our patron, St. Francis of Assisi, we put the good news of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ into action. Faith Formation(1st through 8th grade) Religious Education Coordinator: Deacon Allan Longo: 631-754-6436 Music Ministry Music Coordinator & Organist: Anthony V. DiDonna anthonydidonna@gmail.com Adult Choir Director: Lynn M. Wilson Junior Choir Director: Anthony V. DiDonna anthonydidonna@gmail.com Youth Band Coordinator: Greg Gullotti: 516-449-4346 ggullotti1@optonline.net Youth Ministry Program Ivonne Porpora: 631-499-3780 saintfrancisyouthministry@gmail.com Altar Servers Diane Young 631-651-5584 DCYoung183@aol.com Pastoral Care-Road Angels Josephine Mielcarz : 631-261-4837 Communion to the Homebound: 631-757-7435 Ministry of Consolation & Bereavement Diane Lake: 631-499-0395 Liturgical Ministry Lector & Eucharistic Ministers: Marilyn Reilly: 631-261-2093 Hospital Ministry: Dcn. Jim Byrne: 631-757-3389 Ushers: Paul Sepp: 631-368-7673 St. Vincent de Paul Society Meets semimonthly in the auditorium.631-651-2655 In-Home Pre-Cana Seasonally in hosts home Coordinators: Deacon Allan & Lorraine Longo 631-271-3566 Little People s Liturgy Sundays at the 10:00am Mass. Louise Mordarski: 631-796-2070 Rosy Mandel: 631-651-8431 PB&J Gang 3rd Sunday of the month Leslie Kulewicz: 631-754-2132 Ivonne Porpora: 631-499-3780 Baby Corner Eileen Byrne eileenpbyrne@gmail.com Starfish Coffee House / Young Adult Giovanna Maiello onestarfishthrower@gmail.com Trinity Regional School 1025 Fifth Avenue E. Northport Principal: Jeanne Morcone Office: 631-261-5130 Sacramental Life Baptism: Sundays at 1:30pm Contact the Rectory to schedule. Both parents must come for an interview with the priest or deacon. Class also required. Sacrament of Matrimony: Please call the rectory at least six months in advance for an appointment with a parish priest. A marriage preparation program is required. Penance/Reconciliation: Saturdays 2:00 3:30pm Also by appointment Anointing of the Sick: Every second Monday after the 8:30am Mass. Also anytime by calling the rectory at 631-757-7435. Devotional Life First Friday 9:00am 10:00am 8:00pm 10pm with Benediction Catholic Conversion R.C.I.A. Deacon Jim Byrne: 631-757-3389 Liturgy of the Hours In church Wednesday at 8:00am Rosary: Daily at 8:00am and 9:10am Holy Hours In the church Mondays: Holy Hour for Priests 12:30pm 1:30pm Wednesdays: 6:30pm 7:30pm Fridays: 2:00pm 3:00pm Pastoral Advisory Council Neil Coscio, Chairperson: 631-261-0816 Haitian Mass Every 3rd Saturday: 6:30pm Deacon Jean Cantave : 631-896-3747 New Parishioners Every family should be properly registered. Please stop in the sacristy after Sunday Mass or at the rectory office during office hours to pick up a census form.
July 22, 2018 3 MASSES FOR THE WEEK Sunday, July 22, 2018 8:00am St. Francis Parishioners 10:00am Kate Porto+, Joan Montaigne+, Blanche Clarke+ 12:00pm Sabina Krajewska+, P. Richard Lynch+, Kathy McDonogh+ 5:00pm Youth of St. Francis Monday, July 23, 2018 8:30am Vivian Conry+ Tuesday, July 24, 2018 8:30am Ben Bletsch+ Wednesday, July 25, 2018 8:30am Walter Wilson+ Thursday, July 26, 2018 8:30am Dave Parker+ Friday, July 27, 2018 8:30am Terry DeMayo+ Saturday, July 28, 2018 4:30pm Patrice Mulvihill+, Thomas Lupich, Jr.+ Sunday, July 29, 2018 8:00am St. Francis Parishioners 10:00am Kate Porto+, Joseph Colamussi, Sr.+ 12:00pm Patsy Marotta+, Terry & Paul Gitzen+ 5:00pm Youth of St. Francis Ministers for Saturday and Sunday July 28th & July 29th Saturday 4:30pm Eucharistic Ministers: Thomas Lemp, Gisele Nelson, Anne Bardunias, Michael Bardunias, Mary Schlaikjer Lector: Mary Lemp Altar Servers: Charles Sorrentino Sunday 8:00am Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Jim Byrne, James Gribbin, Diane Lake, Francis Neary, Bill Giordano Lector: Volvick Osse Altar Servers: Anthony & Vincent Alfiero 10:00am Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Jean Cantave, Mary Ann Farmer, Judy McKenna, Carol Nucci, Michelle Gallo Lector: William O Brien Altar Servers: Valerie Giannotti 12:00pm Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Allan Longo, Lorraine Longo, Kathleen Dyckes, George Pozderec, Marianne Craven Lector: Janice Reichert Emprimo Altar Servers: Need Help 5:00pm Eucharistic Ministers: Cathy Kitakis, Diane Young Lector: Michael Kitakis Altar Servers: Michael Young & James Butron SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: St. Bridget Tuesday: St. Sharbel Makhluf Wednesday: St. James Thursday: Ss. Joachim and Anne Saturday: Blessed Virgin Mary Saint Francis Parish/Hun ngton Hospital Eucharis c Schedule Meet at 9:15am in Hospital Lobby July 29th : *Carol Ann Gallo Russo, Deacon Jim Byrne, Gabriella Horvath, Linda Wilson, Brian Wilson, Catherine Armstrong Please pray for the sick of the Parish Luigi Aliperti, Marilyn Bossi, Patrick Cashin, Gianna Cerulli, Pamela Chan, Joe Clines, Karen Costello, Paul DeStefano, Walter Dichurt, Susan DiSalvo, Lorraine Drouin, Peggy Evans, Gerard Emma, Dan Flood, Paul Gabel, John Geiss, Madison Gilbert, Cindy Giordano, Kathleen Gleason, Carolyn Hansen, Sandra Henrich, Mary Ellen Hess, Victoria Hren, Bonnie Inzalaco, Courtney Kane, Sidney Klebenoff, Frank Kotasek, Eileen Lammers, Kathy La Russo, Dawn Levchenko, Carmen Lopez, Clementina Maldunado, Kim Massa, Emily McCarthy, Sean McGrath, Coach Sam Maratto, Doris Mickowski, Charles & Maureen Mooney, Sally Mulholland, Danielle Nicosia, Barbara Nigro, Catherine Opray, Bud Pace, Irene Phillips, Concetta Porter, Frances Powers, Elizabeth Quartin, Joseph Rakowski, Sonia Ritchel, Lillian Sanchez, Marlene & Walter Scheppke, Grace Schimmel, Marian Santosus, Eleanor A. Thompson, Frank Ward, Daniel Wilbur, Diana Willis, Marlene Wyleczuk, Flori Young
July 22, 2018 4 Pastor s Desk This afternoon, we host our Annual Parish Picnic on the side lawn and parking lot. I sincerely hope to see lots of parishioners whom we know call old friends show up with children and grandchildren. The picnic is just our speed - everyone on the committee is eager to see good results. They have put themselves out on behalf of the parish and more than deserve our support. Hats off in a very special way to Ron Farmer who graciously accepted the chairperson role and with a steady hand has guided our energetic team to the finish line. Again, we host the picnic as a fundraiser. These are difficult days for many parishes on Long Island, our ordinary income is not sufficient; we either raise some additional funds or we have to engage in painful cut backs! Again, thank you for supporting the picnic. Take some chances; buy some tickets and be ready for a great afternoon. Everyone speaks of community building - it s a good word and a valid concept - if a little luke warm and impersonal. What we mean is we are already believers and parishioners and now we have another chance at becoming friends. Time, Talent & Treasure Fostering Stewardship as a way of life Thanks for Giving First Fruits & Taking a Step!!! (Regular Sunday Offertory) July 1st s weekly offering: $8,150.00 July 8th s weekly offering: $8,8924.00 Last year s weekly offering: $8,394.00 Bulletin Reflection The hand of the Lord feeds us, says the Psalmist, he answers all our needs. Both Elisha s servant in the first reading and the disciples in the Gospel story who witnessed the feeding of the five thousand saw this happen and knew it to be true. Living Stewardship We are grateful this week for all stewards in our parish who feed the hungry through efforts such as St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry, Long Island Cares, Harry Chapin Food Bank and our own Parish Outreach Pantry! July 29-Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time: In the Gospel, Jesus supersedes both the apostles and the crowds expectations: with little he feeds many Jesus is the sign of God s lavish presence and love. Your donation to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is indeed a sign of God s extravagant love to the lonely and the poor. This month, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was able to assist families by providing food and money for utility, rent and other bills. God Bless You! SUNDAY READINGS for next week, July 29th: For thus says the Lord: You will eat and have some le over. Ephesians 4:1 6I, then, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to live with all humility and gentleness. John 6:1 15Then Jesus took the loaves, gave thanks, and distributed them to those who were reclining. Send us your email if you would like to start receiving Bringing Home the Word, a weekly message based on the Sunday Scripture readings.
July 22, 2018 5 Adoration of the Most Holy Eucharist Where is your faith? Do you believe and know that this is the Holy One of God, Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ? Show your faith and visit Him. Mondays & Fridays 9am 5pm This is My Beloved Son with Whom I am well pleased, listen to Him. (Matthew17:5) FORMED on the go! Get FORMED Now! It s EASY and FREE to Register! For more information contact: Buckleys @ 631-651-2619 or Lobassos @ 631-486-2155 Go to www.stfrancisgreenlawn.formed.org Click Register and enter your name, email address and desired password You re all ready to access the inspiring and engaging content on FORMED! Parish Pilgrimage to the Holy Land October 13-22 Fr. Peter is our Spiritual Guide (206TOURS) Price $3,999.00 All inclusive If interested call Fr. Peter at Rectory ASAP, over 25 people are already enrolled The St. Francis chapter of the St. Vincent de Paul Society is looking for volunteers. All are welcomed to help assist the needy in our own neighborhood as we stay within church boundaries. Please contact Phil DeDora at returncomplete@aol.com if you can help!
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July 22, 2018 7 The Weekly St. Francis Booster Club Winner for July 9th is William Tucker! The Weekly St. Francis Booster Club Winner for July 16th is The Buckley Family! DIVINE WILL STUDY GROUP Thursdays, 1-3pm in the basement auditorium here at St. Francis. Every First Saturday - join in praying 1000 Hail Marys in the church at 6:30pm Our Lady s Home Visitation Program At St. Francis of Assisi The statue of Our Lady of Fatima will be visiting the home of: 7/20/18 Volvick Osse 7/27/18 Martha Pierce 8/3/2018 Gladys Prudent 8/10/18 Judith Torchon Tickets are $50.00 and are available in the Rectory. Your ticket is entered to win Every Week! If you would like to be added to the list, please call Rosy 631-651-8431 or Barbara 631-757-1794 To all Volunteers and Members of Ministries at St. Francis! Thanks to all of you belong to a ministry or volunteer in any capacity at St. Francis. Many new volunteers have signed up after our Stewardship campaign. PLEASE NOTE: ALL VOLUNTEERS IN OUR CHURCH MUST MEET THE DIOCESAN REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPLIANCE: Submit a Background Screening Form Submit a Code of Conduct Form Submit a Volunteer Request Form Attend a VIRTUS training session (a 3 hour class in the protection of our children) If you re a new volunteer and you haven t filled these forms out or attended VIRTUS, please do so right away. Forms and information can be obtained through your ministry head, at the rectory, or by contacting Anita Modelewski at 631-754-6436. Thank you!
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July 22, 2018 9 Peanut Butter and Jelly Gang St Francis of Assisi Church, Greenlawn Altar Servers are needed! If you can help please contact Deacon Allan at 754-6436 St. Francis Rocks! Do you like to sing? Play an instrument? Then join us every Sunday for the 5pm Youth Mass Rehearsal starts at 4pm in the church. It s a fun way to be involved in your church! For information about the Youth Mass Contact our Youth Music Coordinator Greg at ggullotti1@optonline.net Not sure about joining, come check out the 5 pm Sunday Mass and see what it s all about! Join us the third Sunday of each month from 6:30 to 8pm in the lower church Donations of smooth peanut butter, jelly, bread and sandwich bags are always appreciated Good for community service hours Loving hands, caring hearts All are welcome ~ Next date 8/19 Facilitators: Leslie Kulewicz 754-2132, Ivonne Porpora 499-3780 This month we made 372 Sandwiches!! Thanks to all who helped! Jr. Choir Calling all boys and girls, grade 2 and up. Come join the St. Francis Jr. Choir. Rehearsal will be from 11-11:30, after Sunday Mass. Come sing, have fun and enjoy a snack too. Meet at the piano. Just bring a smile. For info email: Anthony DiDonna: AnthonyDidonna@gmail.com
July 22, 2018 10 St. Francis of Assisi Baby Corner Needs Donations: Huggies diapers sizes,3,4,5 and 6. We also need baby wipes and shampoo. Donations should be placed in the wooden bin in the Hallway to left of the vestibule. We are unable to take big items, if the item doesn t fit in the bin, please don t leave it. We thank you so much for your generosity as always. Check out our new CDs $4 each Many titles to choose from! Registration Forms available on our website and in the vestibule
July 22, 2018 11 Thirsting for Healing? Living Water Center is a place which provides the Healing Waters of Counseling, Prayer and Hope to those who come through our doors in Melville. Our therapists are rooted in prayer that is a basic part of our tradition and faith. Living Waters Center provides individual, Family and Couples Therapy for all life situations. Most insurance plans are accepted. For more information, please call 631-754-3990 or go to our website www. livingwaterscounseling.biz BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP St. Patrick s Church, 400 Main Street, Huntington Group meets on the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 pm in the Rectory basement. We are a group of women who have been afflicted with this disease and we meet to lend support to one another through our difficult times. If you are interested in learning more about our group feel free to contact Marlene Gerdts (631) 549-3447 or Jean Whitcomb (631) 261-1166. All are welcomed. The Knights of Columbus St. Joseph council of the Greenlawn/Centerport area are looking for Catholic men to join our Catholic fraternity. If you are interested in doing charitable and helping those in need, please call: 754-9488 and leave a message with your contact info. Thank you Please Patronize Our Bulle n Adver sers Thanks to our adver sers who sponsor this bulle n. Support them with your business. PRAYER FOR OUR MEN AND WOMEN IN MILITARY SERVICE O prince of peace, we humbly ask Your protection for all our men and women in the military service. Give them unflinching courage to defend with honor, dignity and devotion the rights of all who are imperiled by injustice and evil, Please guard our churches, our homes, and our schools, our hospitals, our factories, our buildings and all who are within from harm and peril. Protect our land and its peoples from enemies within and without. Grant an early peace with victory founded upon true justice. Please instill in the hearts and minds of people everywhere a firm purpose to live forever in peace and good will toward all. Amen. Seeking volunteer(s) for Paumanack Village 3 and 4 Island Harvest Pickup Our community volunteer is undergoing medical procedures and has indefinitely resigned from her volunteering duties until she has recovered. We are looking for someone to pick up and drop off donations once a week no distribution necessary. Please call Megan at 631-266-1279 if you are interested in helping!