1 St. Thérèse of Lisieux, R.C. Church Church Address: 4402 Avenue D, Rectory Office Address: 1281 Troy Avenue, Telephone#: 718-451-1500 / Fax: 718-451-1502 E-mail: stthereselis@gmail.com Website: www.stthereseoflisieuxchurch.org Weekly Bulletin: Sunday, May 7 TH 2017 FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER PARISH MISSION/ MISYON PAWAS LA To develop a strong community of faith that engages in evangelizing persons, families, communities and cultures to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. ++++++ Pou devlope yon ndjanm nan lafwa ki angaje nan evanjelize moun, fanmiy, Kominote ak kilti dapre 1
Parish Fall/Winter Office Hours 2 Readings for this Week/Lectures de la Semaine Monday/Lundi: 9AM-3PM Tuesday/Mardi Thursday/Jeudi: 9AM-8:30PM Friday/Vendredi: 9AM-6:00PM Saturday/Samedi: TENTIVE Sunday/Dimanche: Closed The Rectory Office is closed each day from 12:30PM-1:30PM. Fall/Winter Mass Schedule/Horaire des Messes Monday/Lundi: 9AM; 7PM (Little Flower Novena after 7PM Mass on Monday/ Neuvaine de Petite Fleur après la Messede 7PM) Tuesdays (Miraculous Mèdal Novena/ Neuvaine du Medal Miraculeux): After 9AM Mass Wednesday/Mercredi (Rosary after 9AM Mass/ Rosaire après la Messe)Saturday/Samedi: 5PM (Vigil Mass for Sunday/Veillée pour le Dimanche) Sunday/Dimanch: 9:00AM(English) 11:00AM(English) 1:00PM(Creole) Adoration and Confession/Adoration et Confession Friday/Vendredi (Eucharistic Adoration/Adoration Eucharistique) (Adoration du Saint Sacrament) 9:30AM 12NOON Saturday /Samedi (Confession) Administrator Parochial Vicar Music Ministry Religious Ed. Coordinator Parish Nurses: Parish Staff 3:30PM 4:30PM Confession can also be scheduled by appointment. Confession peut également être prévue sur rendez-vous. Rev. Fr. Rony Mendes, Jesus Christ Rev. Fr. Michél Pierre -Louis Mr. Edsen-Samy Renaud Music Director Ms. Frances McCormick (718-451-1671) Bernadine Noel, RN Carnice Modeste, RN St. Catherine of Genoa ~ St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Academy 4410 Avenue D, -5726 Phone: 718-629-0738 Fax: 718-629-6854 Website: www.scgstl.org Principal: Sister Paulette Pollina Assistant Principal: Mrs. Kathleen McManus-Trainor Business Administrator: Sister Pat McGrath The Academy offers a welcoming, safe, faith-filled environment where children from grades Pre-K to 8 th can learn and grow to their potential. Call us at 718-629-9330 for additional information. Financial aid is available. Sunday/Dimanche: (FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER/ KATRIYÈM DIMANCH PAK ): Acts 2:14a,36-41; Ps 23:1-6; 1 Pt 2:20b-25; Jn 10:1-10 Monday/Lundi: (Easter Weekday): Acts11:1-18; Pss 42:2-3; 43:3-4; Jn 10:11-18 Tuesday/Mardi: (Easter Weekday ): Acts 11:19-26; Ps 87:17; Jn 10:22-30 Wednesday/Mercredi: (Easter Weekday; Saint Damien de Veuster, Priest (USA): Acts 12:24-13:5a; Ps 67:2-3,5-6,8; Jn 12:44-50 Thursday/Jeudi: (Easter Weekday): Acts 13:13-25; Ps 89:2-3,21-22,25,27; Jn 13:16-20 Friday/Vendredi: (Easter Weekday; Saints Nereus and Achilleus Martyrs; Saint Pancras, Martyr): Acts 13:26-33; Ps 2:6-11; Jn 14:1-6 Saturday/Samedi: (Easter Weekday; Our Lady of Fatima): Acts 13:44-52; Ps 98:1-4; Jn 14:7-14 Next Sunday s Readings/ Lectures du Dimanche Prochain Sunday/Dimanche: (FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER/ SENKYÈM DIMANCH PAK ): First Reading/1ere Lecture: Acts 6:1-7 Psalm/Psaume: Ps 33:1-2,4-5,18-19 Second Reading/2e Lecture: 1 Pt 2:4-9 Gospel/Evangile: Jn 14:1-12 MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK/ INTENTIONS DES MESSES DE LA SEMAINE Sunday/Dimanche: 9:00AM For all Nurses of the Parish For the Auxilliary Legion of Mary In Thanksgiving 11:00AM For the People of the Parish 1:00PM In memory of Micheline Derese Bread & Wine Gemma Holder In Thanksgiving ++++ Sanctuary Lights Gemma Holder In Thanksgiving Monday/Lundi: 9:00AM For the people of the Parish 7:00PM For the Homebound Tuesday/Mardi: 9:00AM In memory of Marie Mimidy Wednesday/Mercredi: 9:00AM Therese Cadet-Birthday/ Thanksgiving Hayden Bowen In Thanksgiving Thursday/Jeudi 9:00AM In Thanksgiving to St. Therese Friday/Vendredi: 9:00AM For the Fabre family-in Thanksgiving Saturday/Samedi: 5:00PM In memory of Lucie Raphael In memory of Emmalina Gay +++ *If those who have requested Sunday Masses above wish to bring gifts at the offertory, please see one of Ushers before Mass. 2
VOCATION MINISTRY Fourth Sunday of Easter World Day of Prayer for Vocations On this Good Shepherd Sunday we celebrate the World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and consecrated life, especially for our diocese, that God will raise up good shepherds in our midst. If you think God is calling you to serve the Church as a priest or in the consecrated life, contact the Vocation Office at (718) 827-2454 or email: vocations@diobrook.org. INTERCESSION OF VENERABLE PIERRE TOUSSAINT ON BEHALF OF THE SICK Hunter Jimenez, Donna Nappi, Rose Romano, Majorie Joseph, Mona Lisa Hilaire, Anthony Lagano, Grace Lagano, Audrey English, Nadine Graham, Karon Osson, Marva McNeil, Amos Ozell Thornton, Carrie Norman, Emmaline Holmes, Amanda Hall, Marie Salomon, Eileen Boyke, Elaine St. Bernard, Maxine Campbell Reid, Bienvena Houenou, John Zozzaro, Constance Paul, Lucinda Thorton, Debora Corren, Marie Edwige Moise, Magdalin James, Marlene Alphonso, Errol Albert, Yvette Cardenas-Joseph, Lenora Whittle-Gomas, Doreen Alexander, Ella Hunte, Bertram & Dolores Lovell, Patrice Layne, Phyllis Joseph, Sandra McKessey, Cai Henry, Julian Johnson, Guy Dupeoux, Francesca Francis, Isaac Koeing, Chrissy Buttigieg, John Napolillo, Guytaud Leandre, Sybil Carmichael, Joe Roberti, Shelia Bowen, Sylvia Marshall, Lucy Rose Roberts, Marcia Clifton, Michel Caliber, Kevin Cubero, Edmar Hopkinson, Dara Abraham, Rene Charles,, Jean Jacques, Ann Walker, Jennifer Abraham, Nyamarie Abraham, Sharon Jones, Martinez, Marie France Badin Kindly notify the rectory with any updates. St. Therese of Lisieux Upcoming Events/Fundraisers for 2017 2018 At-A-Glance DATE/TIME EVENT LOCATION Sunday, May 21st, 2017 Sunday, June 4, 2017 Saturday, June 10th, 2017 Saturday, June 17th, 2017 Marthe Petit Frere 2017 Youth Sunday Mass Parish Nurse Men s Health English Prayer Group Breakfast Parish Nurses Health Fair Church Gym School Auditorium Church Parking lot Visit our website at www.stthereselisieuxchurch.org to see bulletins, event pictures, registration forms, ministries and more. 3 May is the Month of Mary- C set le mois de Marie La Vierge Pélerine De la Basilique Notre Dame Du Cap Traveling Our Lady of the Rosary The Visitation Vendredi 12 Mai Friday, May 12, 2017 From 6:30PM-10:00PM at St. Therese of Lisieux Parish 4402 Avenue D, THE FAITH COMMUNITY OF ST. THERESE OF LISIEUX COMMEMORATES THE 100 TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE APPARITION OF OUR BLESSED MOTHER AT FATIMA Saturday, May 13 th, 2017 at 12:00PM at St. Therese of Lisieux Troy Avenue and Avenue D RUNNING OF THE SILVER ROSE To reaffirm the work for peace, harmony, healing and an end to the senseless violence and to promote respect for life all life - the parish of St. Therese of Lisieux in collaboration with the Knights of Columbus will host the visit of the Silver Rose of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas on May 13 th at the 5 pm Mass and May 14 th at the 11 am Mass. 3
4 ST. THERESE OF LISIEUX MEN S MINISTRY will be hosting a Mother s Day Dinner on Saturday, May 13 th at 7:00PM in the school auditorium. All mothers in the parish are invited to celebrate the day. Location: 4410 Avenue D, If you are interested in attending, please sign up at the back of the church or please call the rectory office at 718-451-1500 to confirm your attendance. HAPPY MOTHER S DAY St. John s Educators Scholarship Fund Mother s Day Luncheon & Recognition Awards Celebration *Delicious Food * Awards Ceremony *Live Entertainment * Fashion Show *Surprise Performances Where: St. Therese of Lisieux School Auditorium 4410 Avenue D (Between Troy & East 45 th Street) When: Sunday, May 14th, 2017 from 2pm to 7pm Donation: Adults: $60 per ticket Children 3yrs. 12yrs. $30.00 per ticket For tickets and raffle information contact: Peter & Maria Boyke 718-272-5044 Carnice Modeste 718-451-0650 or 917-903-6337 Lewanda Modeste 718-715-2112 Pauline Marcell 917-676-1569 Casandra Modeste 347-401-0682 Ann Walker 917-478-2788 Music By DJ page All in aid of the Scholarship Fund Educate a Nation, One Child at a Time Www.StjohnsScholarshipfund.webs.com REGISTERED NURSES 824 E. 45 th St. between Avenue. D and Foster Avenue Parish Nurses Office Open: Monday-Wednesday-Friday 10AM-12Noon +++++ IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL: For the FREE Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide Detectors, please call the American Red Cross at 1-877-733-2767 +++++ UPCOMING EVENTS: MEN S HEALTH On Sunday, June 4 th after the 11:00am mass in the gym Dr. Shapira from Downstate Medical Center will be discussing the impact of Prostate Cancer and colon Cancer on our community. All are invited to attend. Parish Nurses Ministry will be hosting a free Health Fair on Saturday, June 17 th from 12:00noon to 4:00pm in front parking lot across from the church (corner of Troy and Avenue D). Hope to see you there! FOOD PANTRY: Phone #: 718-451-1500 The Food Pantry will be open on Tuesdays from 10:30AM 12:30PM. +++++++ PLEASE DONATE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS: Canned tuna fish, rice, beans, pasta, canned soups, other vegetables, oatmeal, hot & cold cereals, shelf/table milk, powdered milk, pasta sauce, etc. You may drop off your donations at the Rectory Office or at the Food Pantry during Rectory and Pantry hours. **PLEASE CHECK EXPIRATION DATES.** Clean plastic shopping bags and monetary donations are welcome ATTENTION PARISHIONERS Please note that at this time we will not be accepting any clothing until the next clothing drive in the Fall. Thank you! 4
5 Number of Parishioners and Friends present for April 22 nd & April 23 rd Saturday (Samedi) 5pm Mass:108 Sunday (Dimanche): 9:00am Mass: 244 11:00am Mass: 107 1:00pm Mass: 185 Total: 644 Number of Parishioners and Friends present for April 29 th & April 30 tth Saturday (Samedi) 5pm Mass:103 Sunday (Dimanche): 9:00am Mass: 259 11:00am Mass: 142 1:00pm Mass: 164 Total: 668 Collections received for April 22 nd & April 23 rd Tithing Envelopes: Saturday (Samedi) 5pm: $922.00 Sunday (Dimanche): 9:00am: $2,080.00 11:00am: $1,628.00 1:00pm: $993.00 Total = $ 5,623.00 Collections received for April 29 th & April 30 th Tithing Envelopes: Saturday (Samedi) 5pm: $1,198.00 Sunday (Dimanche): 9:00am: $2,128.00 11:00am: $835.00 1:00pm: $1,034.00 Total = $5,195.00 Currently we have 1,400 registered parishioners May 7 May 14 May 21 SUNDAY OFFERINGS Catholic Relief Service National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception Weekly Offering BAPTISM SCHEDULE To have your children receive the Sacrament of Baptism, at least one parent and one godparent must be Catholic. For registration, parents must bring a copy of the child s Birth Certificate. Godparents must bring to registration a signed and stamped sponsor letter from the church they attend. ++++ BAPTISM SCHEDULE FOR 2017 APRIL/MAY Registration : Wednesday, April 19 th, 2017 at 7:30PM First Baptism Class : Wednesday, May 3 rd at 7:30PM Second Baptism Class : Wednesday, May 10 th at 7:30PM Baptism Ceremony : Saturday, May 13 th at 1:00PM (English) Saturday, May 20 th at 1:00PM (Creole) Overall collection decreased by $428.00 across the weeks indicated above. Catholic Relief Services May 7, 2017 - The revenue from this collection will be used to support the Catholic Relief Services; the USCCB Offices of International Justice and Peace, Migration and Refugee Services, and Pastoral Care for Migrants and Refugees; relief work of the Holy Father; and the Catholic Legal MASS BOOK FOR 2017/MÈS 2017 Take advantage of the privilege and blessing the church offers us to request a Mass for our Intentions (In Memory of a Loved One, In Thanksgiving, for healing, for achievement, etc). Stop by the Rectory Office window to submit your Mass intentions. Donations include: Weekday Masses $15, Weekend Masses $15. Bread and Wine, or Sanctuary Lamp Candles $30. Parishioners are encouraged to request the regular Mass for their intentions. There is no special Mass offered outside of the regular parish Mass. Profite avantaj legliz la ba nou pou rekòmande yon mès nan entansyon nou-ke se an memwa de yon fanmiy, zanmi nou ki mouri ou byen nap di Bondye mèsi pou benediksyon, gerizon, nou esevwa. Tanpri pase nan presbitè-a pou bay entansyon nou. Donasyon pou: Mès Lasemèn $15, Mes weekend: $15. Pen ak Diven, ou bouji pou lanp sanktuèr: $30. Nou ankouraje-w rekòmande mès ki deja etabli nan pawas la, paske pa gen mès espesyal an deyò mès regilye yo. 2017 ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL Diocese of Brooklyn! Annual Catholic Appeal 2017 Live in Faith Give in Love Our Parish Goal: $54,704.00 Amount Pledged: $27,210.00 Received: $11,528.00 Donors: 72 Amount of Goal Received 21.07% All funds collected over goal are returned to St. Therese of Lisieux Parish. 5
6 SCHOOL NEWS Universal Pre-K Seats available ~ in a Catholic School Environment here at St. Catherine of Genoa~ St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Academy 4410 Avenue D, Phone:# 718-629-9330 Visit our Website: Scgstl.org THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD MASS SCHEDULE Thursday, May 25 th, 2017 9:00AM Morning Mass 10:30AM SCG~STL Catholic Academy School Mass 7:30PM Evening Mass (Bilingual ) Bishop Gregory Mansour of the Eparchy of Saint Maron and The School Of Evangelization of the Diocese of Brooklyn cordially invite you to Innovations in Women s Health Care A seminar on the Creighton Model Fertilitycare System an NaProTECHNOLOGY Date: Tuesday, May 30th, 2017 from 7pm-9pm (optional dinner at 6pm) Location: Our Lady of Lebanon Cathedral 113 Remsen Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201 Cost: $30.00 suggested Donation (no charge for religious, seminarians and clergy) Pre registration is require by May 23, 2017. Seating is limited Registration and Information: Contact Marise Frange at 914-393-8907 or email sanctityoflife@live.com AN INVITATION FROM THE ENGLISH PRAYER GROUP Are you sick and tired of the same lifestyle every day? Do you feel that God is not listening to your prayers? Well, get away from the mundane things in life and accompany us on a weekend of prayer, praise and thanksgiving. Dialogue with the Franciscan Brothers, spend continual time with the Blessed Sacrament, receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and much more at Mt Alvernia Retreat House in New York on Memorial Day weekend Friday, May 26 Sunday, May 28, 2017 Price is $230.00. For more information contact: Leah Baptiste (718) 531-6448. YOUTH SUNDAY We invite all the youth of the parish to a special Liturgy on Sunday, May 21 st at the 9am Mass. Youth Sunday is an effort to encourage and develop in young people a growing awareness of their value and importance in the life of the church, especially in Liturgy. They can be active participants in the liturgy, as altar servers, ushers, lectors and choir members. 6
Copyright Sermons4Kids, Inc. 7 *SAVE THE DATE* TWENTIETH ANNUAL PRAYER BREAKFAST The Little Flower Charismatic Prayer Group cordially invites you to attend their Annual Prayer Breakfast to be held at the St. Therese School Auditorium on CHILDREN S WORSHIP CORNER THE SHEPHERD AND HIS SHEEP His sheep follow him because they know his voice. John 10:4b (NIV) This puzzle is based on John 10:1-10 (NIV) Directions: Find the hidden words. The words have been placed horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. When you locate a word, draw a circle around it. Time/Date: Saturday, June 10 th, 2017 from 9:30AM-1:30PM Place: School Auditorium (corner of Ave D & East 45th Street) Theme: Jesus, the Light of the World Speaker: Rev. Michael Gribbon Stay tuned for more information. HOME BOUND Please contact the Rectory Office if you know of a home bound person or anyone going for medical procedures who would like to see a priest or receive the Eucharist. PRAISE DANCE MINISTRY Meets every Sunday from 2:00PM-5:00PM in the school Auditorium. Boys and Girls ages 6 and up are welcome. Minors should be accompanied by parent/guardian. Answers: Sunday, April 30 th, 2017 FITNESS FOR FLATBUSH Join us every Thursday for FREE Zumba classes with Cassandra Phifer. All Classes are from 7:00pm to 8:00pm, Weekly (Class schedule subject to change). Location: St. Therese of Lisieux School Auditorium ++++++ For Further information contact us: Fitness@HCCINC.org or 718-940-2200. 7
ST. THERESE OF LISIEUX MEN S MINISTRY will be hosting a Mother s Day Dinner on Saturday, May 13 th at 7:00PM in the school auditorium. All mothers in the parish are invited to celebrate the day. Location: 4410 Avenue D, If you are interested in attending, please sign up at the back of the church or call the rectory office at 718-451-1500 to confirm your attendance.