A COMMUNITY OF FAITH HOPE AND LOVE Feast of the Baptism of the Lord January 10, 2016 May we be transformed in the Baptism of Christ!
516-731-4220 Phone/516-731-4355 Fax Email: Parish@StBernardChurch.org Website: www.stbernardslevittown.org PASTORAL TEAM Father Ralph Sommer, Pastor Shepherd@StBernardChurch.org ext. 130 Father Joe Nohs, Associate Pastor FrNohsBest@StBernardChurch.org ext. 128 Deacon John Blakeney DeaconJohn@StBernardChurch.org 516-731-4220 Deacon James Flannery DeaconJim@StBernardChurch.org 516-731-4220 Deacon Timm Taylor DeaconTimm@StBernardChurch.org 516-731-4220 Father Joy Varkey, Resident Priest JVarkey@DRVC.org ext. 124 Father Andres Fernadez, Resident Priest ext 131 Mrs. Susan Martin, Director of Religious Education RelEd@StBernardChurch.org 516-731-8511 Phone/516-731-7860 Fax The Religious Education Center is closed on Fridays. Would you like to join our vibrant community of Faith, Hope and Love at St. Bernard s? Sign-up and get to know us at one of our monthly New Parishioner Registration and Welcome evenings! For information, call the parish office at 516-731-4220, or download a form from our website www.stbernardslevittown.org. Click on Join St. Bernard s Parish on the left side of the home page form. If you move away, please notify us as well. S T. BERNARD S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sr. Christine Sammons, O.P., Coordinator of Parish Social Ministry PSM@StBernardChurch.org 516-731-6074 Ms. Sarah Kropac, Coordinator of Youth Ministry skropac@stbernardchurch.org Mrs. Mary Jane Witte, Director of Liturgical Music MJWitte@StBernardChurch.org ext. 142 Ms. Diane Vella, Pastoral Associate DVella@StBernardChurch.org ext. 143 Mrs. Rose Marie Rotondo, Sacristan Sacristan@StBernardChurch.org 516-731-4220 Mr. Len Lanzi, Facilities Manager ext. 120 Mr. Dimas Carbajal, Head of Maintenance Maintenance@StBernardChurch.org ext. 126 Bulletin Deadline: Friday, 5:00 pm, nine days prior to publication. You may email us at Bulletin@StBernardChurch.org or leave a printed copy in the inbox on the bulletin desk in the Parish Office. Thank you for your cooperation! 2 MISSION STATEMENT With faith, hope, and love the people of St. Bernard's parish family are on a mission to bring the gospel of Jesus to the Levittown Community and beyond. Spiritual Life Schedule of Masses: Saturday: 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Sunday: 7:30 am, 9:00 am (Family Mass), 10:30 am, 12 Noon, 5:30 pm (Youth Mass) Weekdays: 8:00 am Holy Days: see website: www.stbernardslevittown.org Confessions: Saturday: 4:00-5:00 pm. Weekdays: After the 8:00 am Mass Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Novena and Benediction: Monday: Check schedule on page 5. Morning Prayer: Monday through Saturday 8:30 am, Prayer Room. Books are available. Baptism of Children: We welcome infants and children to our Christian community! Baptisms are held on select Sundays at 1:30 pm. Please contact the parish at least 3 months before an anticipated baptism even before a new child is born to ensure enough time to complete the baptism preparation process. Our three-step preparation process includes: 1) at-home reading and preparation by the parents; 2) an intake conversation with a member of our parish staff; and 3) participation with other parents in a Sunday morning gathering, which begins with attendance at our 9:00 am Family-friendly Mass. Please call 731-4220 or e-mail parish@stbernardchurch.org to request a Baptism information and preparation packet. Marriages: Church arrangements should be made at least 6 months before the marriage and before making any contracts with restaurants or caterers. Please call the Rectory to set up an appointment with a priest, 731-4220. Ministry to the Sick and Aging: If you are, or know of someone who is homebound and would like to receive Holy Communion, please call the rectory at 731-4220. St. Vincent De Paul Society: 735-3218 Usher Coordinator: John Lyons (516) 390-5150 or Jlyons8234@gmail.com
"Atta boy" E mail Father Ralph: shepherd@stbernardchurch.org Blog Registration In this week s blog, Father Joe speaks about his experience of baptizing babies. Did you read it? Of course you can go to our new website www.stbernardchurch.org and click on the The Weekly Blog to see what he wrote OR if you want to get our staff s weekly blog sent to your e-mail each week, go to our website and register your e-mail to subscribe to the blog. So far over 60 people have registered and we hope you will too. If you re reading this in the car going home (we presume you re not the driver) you can even sign up right now from your mobile device! We hope you ll join your fellow parishioners in getting an inspirational message each week from one of our staff members. And feel free to add your own comments at the end of each blog online. And someone sent in a video of a certain pastor joining the Division Avenue High School Chorus in singing the Hallelujah Chorus. You can see that on our website too! Nothing perks up children better than letting them know that you are proud of who they are or what they ve done. As we celebrate the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord we hear in today s gospel (Luke 3:15-16, 21-22) that God the Father speaks to Jesus and says, You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased. This affirmation happens as Jesus is about to step out into a life -changing transition from carpenter to rabbi. And with his Father s blessing, there is no looking back. We have the opportunity to do for others what God the Father did for Jesus. Especially parents. Look for an opportunity each day to say something affirming to your children. No matter how annoying they might be on any given day, surely there is something you can affirm them for. Affirmation is not just for children. We have opportunities to affirm spouses, parents, co-workers, neighbors, friends and those we ve just met. (I ve made it a habit to say something affirming to supermarket cashiers, bank tellers, and even those people who call to say we re going to have a truck in your area in case you want to donate clothes or household items. ) If affirmation doesn t come to you naturally or easily, it would be good to keep a little notebook in which you could write down who you affirmed each day -- that practice will begin to establish the habit of affirmation. But we can t give what we don t have. So before you go out on this mission to affirm others, reflect on God s affirmation of you. God the Father has been wanting you to hear what he told Jesus 2000 years ago: You are my beloved child; with you I am well pleased. BUT, we might object. How can you be well pleased with me since I have these different flaws, weaknesses and sins? While it is true that God isn t pleased with unloving choices we make, still he is pleased with us. After all, we are made in God s image and he loves seeing his image (us) in the flesh. Those who are parents and grandparents understand this. While the kids might be flawed and annoying at times, we are still thrilled to watch how they are growing and loving. So too God looks at us with love and wants us to hear his words of affirmation. He gives us a holy attta boy or atta girl each day. Can you hear this? Do you believe his affirmation? 3
Parish News This weekend, January 9 th & 10 th! Don t Forget Your Baby Bottle! See page 11 for details Ushers And Usherettes Needed Men and women are desperately needed to usher for all Masses. If you are available to usher, please contact our Usher Coordinator-John Lyons at 516-390-5150. We would appreciate and welcome any volunteers and thank you for the giving of your time and talents. Pro-Life Bus Trip to Washington, DC. Friday, January 22, 2016 Mass: 4:45 am at St. Frances De Chantal, Wantagh Bus Leaves St. Frances de Chantal parking lot at 5:30am Bus leaves Washington, DC at 4:00 pm Bus arrives back at St. Frances approximately 11:00 pm Cost: $25 per person for out of parish (St. Frances) participants Contact: Dick or Terri Campbell ( of St. Frances) Telephone: 516-781-2608 the Gifts of bread and wine for the weekend of January 9 th and January 10 th have been requested in loving memory of Dorothy Fleming by Mr. & Mrs. Robert Wicelinski and sons Gifts of treasure Sunday collections December 27, 2015 December 28, 2014 $ 11,856.05 $ 12,582.10 507 envelopes 534 envelopes Faith Direct $ 2,054.72 $ 2,183.52 Total Collection $ 13,910.77 $ 14,765.62 December 25, 2015 December 25, 2014 $ 42,063.40 $ 43,713.00 748 envelopes 822 envelopes January 3, 2016 January 4, 2015 $ 15,971.50 $ 16,138.30 595 envelopes 627 envelopes Faith Direct $ 2,054.72 $ 1,789.36 Total Collection $ 18,026.22 $ 17,927.66 Capital Campaign Goal: $1,000,000.00 Pledged: $1,199,925.00 Collected to date: $1,090,487 Faith Direct Have you enrolled yet? www.faithdirect.net Code = NY272 Parish calendar (Subject to change) Monday, January 11 7:30 pm Miraculous Medal Novena, Church 7:30 pm RCIA Team Training, Parish Center Tuesday, January 12 10:00 am Our Lady of Consolation, Parish Center 2:00 pm Zumba Gold, Parish Center 6:00 pm Religious Award Boy Scout Troop 316, Cafeteria 6:15 pm Children s Choir Practice, Parish Center 7:00 pm Boy Scout 316 Meeting, Cafeteria 7:00 pm Cub Scout Monthly Committee Meeting, Parish Center 7:00 pm Spanish Rosary, Prayer Room 7:00 pm Vivitrol Support Group, School Room 209 7:30 pm AA Meeting, School Room 207 7:30 pm Adult Choir Rehearsal, Church Wednesday, January 13 1:00 pm CFFR - Parish Center 7:30 pm Awakening Faith, Youth Ministry Room 7:30 pm Folk Group, Off-site 4
mass intentions This listing may not reflect recent changes or additions. Monday, January 11 8:00 am James Winship Tuesday, January 12 8:00 am Cory Watson Wednesday, January 13 8:00 am Living & deceased members of the Lynch and Albano Families Thursday, January 14 8:00 am Friday, January 15 8:00 am Saturday, January 16 8:00 am 5:00 pm Living and Deceased Members of the Holy Innocents Council Sunday, January 17 7:30 am Hynes and Legere Family 9:00 am For All Parishioners 10:30 am Lou, Mark & Mike Steinberg -Living, Annmary Hoare, John Hartofil - Living, Florence Waters Ximena Zate 12 Noon Kevin Regan, Sr. 5:30 pm Andrew & Betty Lalonde Parish calendar (Subject to change) 8:00 pm Bread of Life Prayer Group, Parish Center Thursday, January 14 9:00 am Zumba Gold, Parish Center 10:00 am Shawl Ministry, Parish Center 2:15 pm St. Vincent Meeting, Clairvaux House 6:30 pm Most Holy Trinity Novena, Prayer Room 7:30 pm Bible Study, Parish Center Friday, January 15 10:00 am Bible Study, Parish Center 2:00 pm Stroke Support, Parish Center Saturday, January 16 9:00 am Awakening Faith, YM Room 9:00 am Religious Ed Confirmation Retreat, Parish Center 10:30 am Special Education, Parish Center 11:00 am Women s AA Meeting, Cafeteria 12:00 pm Special Education Retreat, Cafeteria 1:00 pm Confirmation Retreat Prayer Service, Church 3:00 pm Confirmation Retreat Mass, Church Sunday, January 17 1:00 pm Catholic Daughters Meeting, Parish Center 6:30 pm Youth Ministry Meeting, YM Room 8:00 pm AA Meeting, Cafeteria Sacraments Baptisms We welcome into the parish the following new member: Brennan Wayne Wright Congratulations to the happy parents. for the sick of our parish Justine Irene Bischof Eileen Bopp Salvatore Bumbalo Martha Yolanda Mero de Valez Gerry Rosalia Luke Rosenthall All names will remain on the list for 4 weeks after you call in. After that time we ask, if necessary, to call again. Thank you for cooperating and God bless all. Please pray for all those on our Long-term Sick List Baby Mason Francis Combs Susan Arena Arlene Barsch Irene Boyce Jean Caprera Rosemary Clark Roberta Curran Richard DeLaRosa Monica DeLaRosa Harold Encizo Jim Finlan Kathleen Flaherty Teresita Gallego Colleen Grasing John Guiffre Mike Hach Patricia Hafner Carolyn Hakim Donald Hall Suzanne Hanna Annette Hannon Cynthia Hansen Donna Hare John Hartofil Judy Hupfer Gervas Ignacio Vicki Jacona Steve Jugan Jerome W. Kalkhof Amanda Kuck Tia Mabanta Andrew Mahoney William McDonagh Teresa McDonald Mary McLean Mary Messina Irmgard Montanino Kerri Orlando Johnny Perdue Rosina Perri Raymond Pfiefer Catherine Pipinou Joan Rampolla Fred Rappa Laureen Quinn-Sturge Deanne Reilly Federico Rueda Terri Saccente Eve Saint Thomas Saint Keith Sessa Terry Sherwood Joseph Smithwick, Sr. Norma Steiger Marina Suazo Liberty Tabag David Testa Rosalie Travers Donna Vollaro Theresa Votta Ann Dolores Walsh Pat Welisher Charles Yevoli Pray for our beloved deceased and those who mourn for them Thomas Hogan Paula Kaplan Edna R. Lanigan 5
ADULT FAITH FORMATION O Come let us adore him? By Diane Vella As we Christians finish our celebration of the Christmas season liturgically at least with the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, we sing in joyful praise for the last time, O Come let us adore him, O Come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, Christ the Lord!! One of the more beloved Christmas carols of our tradition, this is certainly one of my favorites. But hearing it throughout this Christmas season got me thinking. Have you noticed that in the Gospels Jesus never asks anyone to come and adore him? Not once. To sit with him, to be with him, to pray with him, to listen to him, but never to adore him. And when you think about it, when we speak of the people we love the most, although we might say things like, I just adore my boyfriend, or I adore my grandchildren, we don t really mean adore in the sense that we adore God. And we don t want to be adored in that way, even by those we love the most. No, adoration is not something that Jesus sought, and when you think about it, it makes sense. Diane Vella, Pastoral Associate GOT QUESTIONS?? AWAKEN YOUR FAITH! An informal study and discussion group for people in their 20s-40s All are welcome. No topic off base. Come and bring a friend, you can join in progress! 3 more Sat. Jan. 16, 23, 30, 9-10:15 am OR 3 more Wed. Jan. 20, 27, Feb. 3, 7:30-8:45 pm Youth Ministry Room in the School Building For registration and information: Diane Vella at 516-731-4220 or dvella@stbernardchurch.org What Jesus DID say in the Gospels, over and over again, was Come and follow me. We will hear this in the Sunday Gospel reading just a few weeks from now. For some of the people of his time, this may have meant literally following him physically, but for them and for us it has a much deeper meaning: follow him in being centered on God; in being loving, compassionate, forgiving, peaceable and reconciling. Follow him in being prayerful and humble and even challenging (with love) when necessary. Following him in being always ready to give of himself to teach and bring about God s reign of peace, love and justice in the world no matter what the cost. Soren Kierkegaard, the 19th century Danish philosopher, once observed that Jesus has many admirers, but few real followers. As we conclude this Christmas season, after we adore him, and after we admire him, let s do what he really wanted: O Come let us FOLLOW him! WHAT DOES THE BIBLE REALLY SAY AND MEAN? Winter Bible Study: The Gospel of Luke For most of 2016 we will hear the Gospel of Luke proclaimed in Church. What does it mean?? 4 weeks, evening or morning, starts Thursday Jan. 14, 7:30 p.m. or Friday Jan. 15, 10:00 a.m. St. Bernard s Parish Center Instructor: Diane Vella, M.A., Pastoral Associate Contact Diane Vella at 516-731-4220 or dvella@stbernardchurch.org 6
ADULT FAITH FORMATION Diane Vella, Pastoral Associate St. Bernard s S.O.S.! (Sharing Our Support!) Series Pope Francis has proclaimed December 8, 2015-November 20, 2016 A Year of Mercy. In celebration, St. Bernard s will sponsor a series of monthly presentations designed to support families who are facing various challenges in their homes or community. Facing Concerns About Elderly Relatives Wednesday, January 20, 7:30-9:00 p.m., St. Bernard s Parish Center All are welcome. Nora Molloy, LMSW - has been a social worker for 24 years with extensive experience in geriatrics, oncology and end of life. She has worked at the Center for Extended Care and Rehabilitation at North Shore Hospital in Manhasset, and currently works for MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care visiting patients in their homes and providing emotional support and concrete services to patients, elderly people, and their families. She makes use of her background in spirituality and religion which is very often at the heart of the work with elders and their families. Next Topic: Thursday, Feb. 25 Facing Bullying Nina Glenn, LMSW Words of MERCY from Pope Francis: Hate doesn t overcome any difficulty Over the course of the next year we will feature some thoughts from one of Pope Francis talks or homilies. We invite you to think, talk and pray about what it might be saying to you and to our parish about our MISSION as followers of Jesus Christ as we seek with faith, hope and love to bring the Gospel to the Levittown community and beyond. In families, there are difficulties, but these difficulties are overcome with love. Hate doesn t overcome any difficulty. Division of hearts doesn t overcome any difficulty. Only love is capable of overcoming difficulties. Love is to keep moving forward. From Pope Francis address at the Festival of Families in Philadelphia, 2015 Does anyone in your family have anger-management problems? Get help! (Our parish staff can connect you.) What needs to happen in your family so that love can move you forward? 7
Liturgy Corner THE FEAST OF THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD January 10, 2016 T he Feast of the Baptism of the Lord proclaims a theophany (a visible manifestation), revelation, or manifestation of the divine Sonship of Jesus by his anointing and appointment to his messianic office. It is the feast that proclaims the Baptism that elevates believers to the status of sons and daughters of God. First Reading: this text is the first of the four poems identified as the suffering servant songs. These poems are meant to be read as an integral part of a whole when they present Israel s mission to be the way to the Gentiles. For Christians, Jesus is the Israelite who is able to fulfill Israel s mission. The presentation of the servant s mission, his rejection and persecution and saving nature of his Death foreshadows the Gospel story of Jesus in an uncanny way. Responsorial Psalm: This is perhaps one of the most ancient psalms. The sons of God are called to acknowledge God as Lord and to adore him, the universe is God s temple which is given glory! All of us are sons and daughters of God; therefore we acknowledge God and come to give him praise and adoration. Second Reading: The reading from the Acts of the Apostles can also be seen to echo aspects of the passage from Isaiah. The God-fearing Cornelius represents the Gentiles who await God s salvation. God has no favorites, or to put it another way, all are God s favorites. Here again the story of God takes the initiative. By sending the Holy Spirit upon all gathered in the house of Cornelius it is a sign that those who are worthy of being baptized become heirs of the Kingdom of God. Also, like the servant in Isaiah they are called to be God s servants and to participate in God s saving mission, each in his or her own unique way. Gospel: The baptism scene of Luke is structured in a similar way to the first servant song. The scene commences with the voice of God addressing an audience, so Luke s account begins with John addressing the people about the imminent advent of Christ in their midst and of his mission. John emphasizes the difference between his baptism and the one that the Messiah will administer. John s baptism is an acknowledgment of sin and repentance while Jesus Baptism conveys the power of the Holy Spirit that will transform those who receive it in new birth in the Spirit. By the same token, one can only receive the cleansing fire and empowering gift of the Spirit when one acknowledges one s sinfulness. God s Word proclaims Jesus and his divine status and relationship to God. We now go into Ordinary Time. They are not termed ordinary because they are commonplace in some way but because they are numbered within the liturgical calendar. In fact, there is nothing ordinary about Ordinary Time! In these weeks, we hear proclaimed the wondrous stories of our salvation, stories that we need to burn into our hearts if we are truly to know Jesus, love him, and share him with the world. In these weeks, we have the opportunity to listen to Jesus and learn exactly what it is that we are called to do as his disciples. Sourcebook 2016 8
Readings for January 10, 2016 January 17, 2016 Catholics For Freedom of Religion - CFFR "Proclaim liberty throughout the land." Leviticus 25-10 Sunday, January 10. The Baptism of the Lord. Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7; Acts 10:34-38; Psalm 29:1-4, 9-10; Luke 3:15-16, 21-22. Monday, January 11. 1 Samuel 1:1-8; Psalm 116:12-19; Mark 1:14-20 Tuesday, January 12. 1 Samuel 1:9-20; (Ps) 1 Samuel 2:1, 4-8; Mark 1:21-28. Wednesday, January 13. 1 Samuel 3:1-10, 19-20; Psalm 40:2, 5, 7-10; Mark 1:29-39. Thursday, January 14. 1 Samuel 4:1-11; Psalm 44:10-11, 14-15, 24-25; Mark 1:40-45. Friday, January 15. 1 Samuel 8:4-7, 10-22; Psalm 89:16-19; Mark 2:1-12. Saturday, January 16. 1 Samuel 9:1-4, 17-19; 10:1; Psalm 21:2-7; Mark 2:13-17. Sunday, January 17. Second Sunday in Ordinary Time. Isaiah 62:1-5; Psalm 96:1-3, 7-10; 1 Corinthians 12:4-11; John 2:1-11. Religious Freedom Sunday (January 10) is a national event in which churches inform parents, students, and educators within their congregations about the freedom of religious expression students from Kindergarten through twelfth grade have at school. (religiousfreedomsunday.com - usccb) Almost 20 years ago, the U.S. Department of Education directed public schools to tell students what their religious freedom are. "Catholics For Freedom of Religion" remembers National Religious Freedom Day, January 16 th each year, with "Free to Speak" pamphlets, published by Gateways to Better Education, to help students and teachers know their civil liberties. "We want our young people to be bold in their faith. We have let them know they can be. That it's perfectly legal for them to be bold," said Director Eric Buehrer. All Americans, liberal and conservative, religious or not, can agree that religious freedom, anchored in conscience rights, is fundamental to U.S. democracy. (Religious Freedom in America, by Allen Hertzke, amazon.com) For The Ride Home This feature is for families to share their thoughts as they travel to and from Church. "Hold on to the Constitution, for if the American Constitution should fail, there will be anarchy throughout the world." Daniel Webster Feast of the Baptism of the Lord January 10, 2016 Adults: Do you think that God was well pleased by your actions in recent weeks? Why? Events: "Medical Mondays", on moral and ethical issues: Saint James R.C. Church, Setauket, NY See page 15 Children: What good thing could you do this week that would be pleasing to God? 9
Parish social ministry Sr. Christine Sammons, O.P., 731-6074 St. Vincent de Paul: Thanks to the food drives that we had in the fall, our pantry is still in good shape. If you would like to shop, we could use some: Cereal Paper towels As always, thanks so much! Catholic Health Services Healthy Sundays: Catholic Health Services will be our guest on Sunday, January 31 st from 10:00-noon for free flu shots and blood pressure screenings. Please stop in to the parish center before or after Mass. P.S. They bring lots of good snacks and freebies! Catholic Charities, Diocese of Rockville Centre Employment Opportunities: Catholic Charities has many job postings at DRVC.org. Look for the Catholic Charities link and follow it to job postings. There are many benefits in working for Catholic Charities! Check them out! This year, we would like to adopt Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rockville Centre to receive the proceeds from our SOUPER BOWL OF CARING which will take place on the weekend of February 6 th and 7 th after all the Masses. Catholic Charities helps people in Nassau and Suffolk meet the following needs, among others: Chemical Dependence Services Commodity Supplemental Food Program Disaster Response Services HIV/AIDS Services Housing Immigrant Services/Refugee Resettlement/ Anti-Trafficking Program Mental Health Outpatient/Residential Services Nutrition Outreach Education Project Parish Social Ministry Regina Maternity Services Residential Services for People with Developmental Disabilities Senior Services Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Please begin your scavenger hunt for loose change around your home our Charitable KIDZ will be happy to add your contribution to support Catholic Charities! 10
Don t Forget Your Baby Bottle! This weekend, January 9 th & 10 th, Saint Bernard parish will be hosting a Baby Bottle Fundraiser to benefit The Life Center of Long Island. The Life Center is a crisis pregnancy center that counsels women and men who are experiencing an unplanned pregnancy. Did you know that they provide: free pregnancy tests maternity housing with eligibility requirements medical care referrals cribs car seats diapers and ALL other baby items that are needed. We are asking that you pick up a baby bottle and fill it with your change and return it the weekend of February 13th and 14th. Most importantly, we are asking you to recite the prayer on the bottle. The prayer attached to the bottle will enable the counselors at The Life Center to say just the right words a mother or father may need to hear. It especially opens a mother s heart to accept the truth. We believe these prayers lead abortion-minded women to call The Life Center in the first place. Let us pray with our whole heart for the lives of our unborn children. DEER PARK Call: (631) 243-2373 Text: (631) 306-4064 1767 DEER PARK AVE DEER PARK, NY 11729 MASSAPEQUA Call: (516) 798-9100 Text: (516) 218-1527 35 EAST WILLOW ST MASSAPEQUA, NY 11758 HEMPSTEAD Call: (516) 408-6300 Text: (516) 417-8054 474 FULTON AVENUE HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550 RIVERHEAD Call: (631) 591-9017 Text: (929) 500-1498 6 EAST MAIN ST. - 2 nd Fl RIVERHEAD, NY 11901 11
Father Joy s Farewell reception Father Joy celebrates Mass with his friend Father Aaron (second from left), Father Ralph and Father Joe, with Deacon John assisting. The Adult Choir was magnificent! Holy Innocents Knights of Columbus Council 3581 In Service to One - In Service to All We are looking for men to join us in promoting the spiritual, social and charitable welfare of the Council and our Parish. Are you interested in helping those in need, serving the parish and community, and Living out Faith through Charity? All Practical Catholic Men over the age of 18 are welcome. Contact our Grand Knight for additional details: JoinKofC@gmail.com Coupon St. Bernard s Salt Ministry ( see below) empowers both the bearer of this coupon to do a small act of kindness and the recipient of that act to pass it forward. Are YOU the salt of the earth? Table salt enhances the flavor of food. Our SALT is a new ministry that seeks to enhance the lives of the Sick Aging Lonely Tired through little acts of kindness ( ex. a telephone call, a card, a visit, a pat on the back). Would you like to join us and be a Salt Shaker? Do you know of someone that we can serve? Please call Bob Foley at 735-3278. This coupon does not expire. It may be copied. 12
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Community Bulletin Board Married Couples! Are you looking for the perfect Valentine s Gift? A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend just might be what you are looking for. The original and still the best communication weekend for married couples. The next weekend on Long Island is scheduled for February 12-14, 2016 at the Montfort Spiritual Center in Bay Shore, NY. Space is limited. For more information about the weekends or to apply, call 1-877-697-9963 or visit our web site at www.wwme.org. Widows and Widowers, Divorced and Single Catholics of Long Island New Member Orientation, Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 8pm, at St. Frances de Chantal, 1309 Wantagh Ave, Wantagh, NY. Non-denominational. All are welcome. Refreshments are served after the meeting. Please bring proof of single status to join. For more information call Carol at 516-794-4933 or Barbara at 516-798-2858. Franciscan Spirit Tours Franciscan friars Fr. Michael Sevigny, OFM Cap. and Fr. Julian Jagudilla, OFM will lead several upcoming pilgrimages to Holy sites around the world, including a special pilgrimage for the Canonization of Mother Theresa in Rome. Proceeds benefit the work of the Franciscans. For more information, or to arrange a private, custom pilgrimage, please contact Franciscan Spirit Tours toll free at 646-736-7964 (in New York City), at info@franciscanspirittours.com or on the web at FranciscanSpiritTours.com. Mention you were referred by the bulletin and the parish will receive a contribution. Canonization of Mother Theresa Franciscan Italy Great Women of Faith - Paris/Lourdes/Lisieux Holy Land The Living Rosary Footsteps of St. John Paul II Poland/Prague Journey to Peace-- Medjugorje Fatima Catholic Ireland Our Lady in the New World Guadalupe/Mexico Catholic Spain Church of John and Paul Greece/Turkey St. James Parish, Setauket, NY and Catholics for Freedom of Religion invite you to: Medical Mondays - A series of discussions on the moral and ethical issues confronting patients, families, healthcare workers and administrators in the 21 st century. 7:30-9pm Presented by Dr. James Spencer, Sr. VP, Mission and Ministry, Catholic Health Services of Long Island and Jamey Hutchinson, BSN, CFCP. 1/11/2016 - Fertility treatments and sterility procedures 1/25/2016 - Vaccines derived from cell lines of aborted fetuses and stem cell research. 2/1/2016 - Sexual assault protocols, Plan B and other emergency contraception. 2/15/2016 - The Ethics of Sex change procedures 2/22/2016 - Moral dilemmas in the patient caregiver relationship and following one s conscience. St. James RC Church 429 Route 25A Setauket, NY 631-941-4141 Dominican Village Open House: Thursday, January 14 th, 1:00 3:00 pm Saturday, January 23 rd, 1:00 3:00 pm Thursday, January 28 th, 1:00 3:00 pm Dominican Village, sponsored by the Sisters of St. Dominic, is a not-for-profit and non-sectarian independent and assisted living residence. Respite and short term stays are available. For more information or to schedule a tour at your convenience call 631-842- 6091 or email info@dominicanvillage.org. Dominican Village is located at 565 Albany Avenue, Amityville, NY 11701. Website: www.dominicanvillage.org. 15
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