Roman Catholic Church of St. Matthew 35 North Service Road, Dix Hills, New York 11746 August 20th 2017 The 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time 1 (631) 499-8520 Fax: (631) 499-1530 www.smrcc.org Office Hours: Mon-Fri in the Parish Center 9 am-12:30 pm - 1:30 pm-5 pm July 2, 2017 August 20th 2017 The 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time Pastor Rev. Robert Hewes Parochial Vicar Rev. Allan Sikorski In Residence Rev. Lawrence Rafferty Deacons James McQuade, Carmine DeStefano and Luis Polanco Pastoral Associate Sister Kathleen McCarthy, O. P. D.R.E.: Mary Donaldson Music Director: Lee Forsythe T h e S a l v a t i o n o f S o u l s i s t h e S u p r e m e L a w SCHEDULE OF MASSES SATURDAY: 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Spanish Mass SUNDAY: 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. (Family Mass), 11:00 a.m. (Choir Mass), 12:30 p.m. and also at 12:30 p.m. (Latin) Tridentine Mass in the Chapel. MONDAY - SATURDAY : 9:00 a.m. Mass in the Church. Holy Days will be printed in the bulletin. CONFESSIONS: Saturday 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. For any other time, please call to make an appointment with a priest. BAPTISM SCHEDULE : The 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month at 1:45 p.m. and the 4th Saturday of the month at12:30 p.m. (No Baptisms Easter Sunday or Christmas Weekends). Please contact the Parish Center for the Baptismal Packet containing the registration form and all other necessary paperwork. First-time parents are also asked to register for one of the Baptismal Preparation Classes offered on the last Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Church. (No class is held in December). You may register on-line for the Baptism class only (not the Baptism itself) at www.smrcc.org. MARRIAGE: Arrangements should be made at least 6 months in advance and should be made prior to making plans for a reception. Call the Parish Center for an appointment with the priest or deacon you wish to witness your wedding. All couples are required to attend Pre-Cana.
August 20th 2017 The 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time 2 Saturday, Aug 19 5:00 PM Edwin Lucie Intentions of Jack Tseng Charles McGuckin James Fitzgerald Peter Mantione Mary Loria 7:00 PM Sunday, Aug 20 7:30 AM Catherine A. De Rosa 9:30 AM Albert Svensson 11:00 AM Pasquale Armetta 12:30 PM(L) For People of the Parish 12:30 PM Deceased Members of Pileggi & Natale Families Monday, Aug 21 9:00 AM Frank Bogus Tuesday, Aug 22 9:00 AM Lori Kramer Wednesday, Aug 23 9:00 AM Stanislaw Ziebo Thursday, Aug 24 9:00 AM Francesco Fornino Friday, Aug 25 9:00 AM Hugo De Bellis Saturday, Aug 26 9:00 AM Tom & Tim Farrell Luigia Cortina Edward Mc Kee Angela Grandinetti Rose Simoni Rose Mattio 5:00 PM Intentions of Jack Tseng Peter Mantione Amelia & Frank Rosciano Armand Small Carmela Schiavo Donald Gackenheimer 7:00 PM Sunday, Aug 27 7:30 AM George Mc Knight 9:30 AM Chris Vassallo 11:00 AM Caterina Cortelli Giordano & Deceased Members of Cortelli & Gentile Families 12:30 PM(L) For People of the Parish 12:30 PM Ignazio Chisesi Mondays Miraculous Medal Novena after the 9:00 A.M. Mass Legion of Mary 2:30 p.m. in the Blessed Mother Classroom Tuesdays Rosary Society The first Tuesday 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) * Children s/youth Choir 5:30 p.m. in the Family Room Adult Choir practice 7:00 p. m. in Family Room Thursdays Carmelite Holy Hour The 3rd Thursday of each month. 4 pm-5 pm in the Chapel Young Seniors 9:00 a.m. Apostleship of Prayer 1st Thursday after 9:00 a.m. Mass Fatima Spiritual Formation Prayer Group 1st Saturday of the month after 9 a.m. Mass in Blessed Mother 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 8:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. INSTRUCTIONS IN THE FAITH : Those seeking information about the Catholic Faith are invited to contact the Parish Center concerning the R.C.I.A. Program. FIRST FRIDAY: Mass is at 9:00 a.m. Exposition of the Holy Eucharist takes place in the chapel from Fri. 7:00 p.m. until Sat. 8:45 a.m. and concludes with Benediction. FIRST SATURDAY: 8:15 a.m. devotions ANOINTING OF THE SICK: The Sacrament is available EVE- RY SATURDAY after the 9:00 a.m. Mass. The Sacrament is available for those who are to undergo a serious medical procedure the following week or who have a serious illness and who have not been anointed within the past three months. If you wish to be anointed, please let the celebrant know before Mass. PASTORAL CARE OF THE SICK: Holy Communion will be ministered to those confined at home. Those who are seriously ill should request a priest for the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. PARISH REGISTRATION: New families and new parishioners are encouraged to register at St. Matthew. Registration forms are available at the Parish Center or online at smrcc.org. PARISH SCHOOL: HOLY FAMILY REGIONAL: 631-543-0202
Weekly Collections August 12th & 13th $19,000.00 Faith Direct $2300.00 August 20th 2017 The 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time 3 Business Manager Dolores Tiernan Finance Chairperson Richard Bove Trustees Deacon Carmine DeStefano And Joseph Napolitano Third Time Kathryn Lombardo & Michael DiMaria Rachel Kerremans & Christopher DeFrancis Rosemarie Sclafani & Frank Abrignani, Adrianna DeRiso & Kenneth Marloux Jannine Reinoso & Robert Elges The Altar Candles are In Loving memory of August J. & Michael J. Prisco With Love, Mom & Family PARISH MINISTRIES ALTAR SERVERS: Porzia DiGiorgio: me@porzia.com And John DiGiorgio: johndigiorgio@optonline.net APOSTLESHIP OF PRAYER: Kathryn Giandoreggio: 631-491-3735 ATHLETIC WEBSITE: www. smrcc.org ATHLETICS DIRECTOR/ INTRAMURAL & CYO TRAVEL COORDINATOR: Chris Felice: smrccathletics@gmail.com or smrccathletics@gmail.com ATHLETICS MODERATOR: Rev. Allan Sikorski: 499-8520 x 125 BAPTISM OFFICE: Bettyanne Russo: 499-8520 x 126 Mon/Tues 9-5, Wed 9-4, Thurs/Fri 9-5 BEREAVEMENT: Kathryn M. Douglas: 631-495-8541 Including: Teens (12-17) who have lost a parent. Widows and Widowers 65 and under Widow and Widowers 65 and over BIBLE STUDY: Anthony Albano : 586-4827 BOY SCOUTS: Ernst Tramposch: 631-254-2656 BULLETIN: 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 ED.: Mary Donaldson, D.R.E., Rita Minder, Assistant: 864-3321 CHOIR: Lee Forsythe631-499-8520 x 116 Ed Oriani, Cantor for Tridentine Mass COMPASSIONATE CARE & CONSOLATION MINISTRY: Sr. Kay McCarthy: 499-8520 x 124 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: Dolores Tiernan: 499-8520 x 113 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Kevin Bertolini GK: 516 652 6438 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: 499-8520 x 124 PILGRIM MADONNA: Rosa Nappo: 920-2446 or Lucia Agnone: 940-4015 PLANT ENGINEER: Luis Flores: 492-7881 PRE-CANA: Deacon Carmine DeStefano: 631-896-0983 RCIA: Marie Prainito: 499-4725 Robert A. Ruvio: 917-589-8473 RIGHT TO LIFE: Toni Shannon: 586-3807 ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY: Terry Sbashnig: 254-9472 PASTOR/PARISH SECRETARY: Bettyanne Russo: 499-8520 x 126: Mon/Tues 9-5, Wed 9-4, Thurs/Fri 9-5 SONS OF ITALY : Diana Grauer: 631-242-2710 SPANISH MINISTRY: Deacon Luis Polanco: 648 7330 ST. VINCENT de PAUL : John Gatto: 499-8520 x 117 USHERS: Thomas Siegler YOUNG SENIORS MODERATOR: Fr. Sikorski: 499-8520 x125 YOUTH MINISTRY: Gina Drost: 631-835-3088 Email: youthsmrcc@gmail.com
August 20th 2017 The 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time 4 LOOKING AHEAD Registration forms for the upcoming Winter Program (September 2016 thru April 2017) are coming in at a steady pace for students in grades two through eight. It is important that you return those bright yellow forms as soon as possible. We cannot process your application, if we do not have it and your first and second choice may become compromised. 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 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM. 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. SUMMER PROGRAM 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 maryccd@smrcc.org Our Summer Program officially ends today. It was a great two weeks thanks to Fr. Hewes, the teachers, helpers, students, staff and the parents. We had a few special events in our program this year. The first event was the Religious Freedom Program with Barbara Samuels and group which was very enlightening. The second event was a visit from the Dix Hills Fire Department with Firefighters Rich Sorentino and Mrs. Marina Rossi (the mother of one of our S/P students) whose lesson on personal safety in the home and community was great. The students loved the demonstration with the big super pumper fire engine. This past Friday, which was the last day of classes, everyone participated in the Salute to America finale. While this program is quite spirited, we all leave with a little more love for our country and truly proud to be an American. SPECIAL NOTE Again Mr. Luis Flores outdid himself with his Summer Program 2017 creation. He did a great job capturing the theme which was Discover God s Treasures. If you get a chance, come up to the second floor and see what he has done. It s amazing! TEACHERS While I realize that it is still summer, we are looking ahead to the 2017-2018 Winter Program that begins on September 25th and runs through the end of April 2018. Teachers are always needed. If you would like to teach, please contact the Religion office, we would love to have you join us. PHOTOGRAPHS Rosemary Femia, the professional photographer who takes the pictures for Confirmation and First Holy Communion, can be reached at this number (631) 586-0833. NOTE: The Religion office will be closed on Monday, 8/21 and Tuesday, 8/22.
August 20th 2017 The 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time 5 Gifts for all occasions... Open Monday through Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed 12:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. for lunch Unique religious gifts, rosaries, books, fonts, statues, picture frames, wedding and unity candles, vestments and St. Teresa of Calcutta rosaries. We have many books to read including books for children in Spanish. The Gift Shop is located in the Parish Center, across from the Receptionist area. All Proceeds Benefit Our Parish. August 26th & 27th 5:00 P.M. 7:30 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM 12:30 PM D. Tiernan L. McCarthy C. McNeil E. Vincente B. Abadom C. Vogt J. Gatto C. Sposato A. Pappas R. Ruvio A. Palumbo J. McCarthy P. DiGiorgio K. Zaki A. Albano M. Prainito J. Luna 5:00 pm 7:30 am 9:30 am 11:00 am 12:30 pm J. Seefried H. Campa S. Kampta E. Vicente M. Shef Baby Chloe Atienza Robert Ashton Vivian Blom Eric Bohlsen Dr. John Brady Shirley Brown Christian Brown Louise Bruce Jamie Bufalino Alice Campbell Josephine Flynn Thomas Frecletn Deidre Garrison OUR SICK Deacon Frank Hartmann Baby Winifred Herrin Kristin Johnson Carol Kelly Harold Kelly Matthew Koozhampala Barbara Labate Jake Lanigro Alex Lombardi Patricia Lovaglio Greg Makarius Bonnie Marinaro Christian Martino Michelle Mastrini Michael Mazzara John McIntyre Helen McDowell Yolanda Milicia Thomas Mooney Maria Pace Myra Pappania Marie Pecoraro Emily Pederson Greg Pederson Grace Penza Antoinette Perillo Peter Prestia Marge Puccio Tina Quarello Alice Reilly Helen Reineking Casey Rodriquez Christopher Sabato, Sr. Charles Sanzone Cecelia Sanzone George Schnell Julie McDowell Scott June Sheehan Margaret Stachler Ed Stein Brennan Steinorth Diane Sepe Terry Tanzer Brian Tripp Lucille Troll We Pray, especially for our Service Men and Women: SSG Michael Hughes, SPC John Vautrin-Gardinier, US Army, Tyler Smith-Reynolds, U.S. Coast Guard,, Lance Corporal Ryan, Matthew Ferrara Marines, Matthew Kirchner Army, Noah Kirchner Air Force, Ensign Melanie Thompson - Navy, Capt. Joseph De Monte IV-Pilot-United States Air Force, Lt. Joseph Morgan, Lt. Brendan Johnston, U.S. Navy,, LCPL Michael Porfidio, Marine in Afghanistan, Jeffrey Gabriellini - Air Force, Corporal Michael Grella Navy Airman, Julien- Army-Iraq., Lt. Col. Robert Wright-Marines, 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.
August 20th 2017 The 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time 6 BEREAVEMENT AT ST. MATTHEW'S in the PARISH CENTER TEENS BEREAVEMENT GROUP - AGES 12-16 We are strong We will be ok 8 week group session: Wednesday s, September 13, 2017 to November 8, 2017 from 7:00-8:30 PM Held At: St. Matthew RC Church, 35 N. Service Road, Dix Hills, NY 11746 2nd Floor of the Parish Center Please call: Kathryn Monaco Douglas 631-495-8541 Bereavement Director email: helpingkidzkope@gmail.com ***Ongoing support after the 8 week session YOUNG WIDOWS & WIDOWERS BEREAVEMENT GROUP AGES 20 s, 30 s, 40 s, 50 s, & 60-65 Find support with others who understand Our next 8 week group session will be on Wednesdays, September 13, 2017 to November 8, 2017 at 7:00 PM Held At St. Matthew RC Church, 35 N. Service Road, Dix Hills, NY 11746 2nd Floor of the Parish Center Please call or e-mail us: Kathryn Monaco Douglas 631-495-8541 Arlene Cassese Ricca 631-241-7237 E-mail: widowednotalone@aol.com ***Ongoing support after the 8 week session in our Moving On group. 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. AUGUST: Artists. That artists of our time, through their ingenuity, may help everyone discover the beauty of creation. August 20 Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time: The Gospel today announces that the kingdom and salvation are for all people. It is our persistent calling out to Jesus and our faith that count, for Jesus always responds. With love for your neighbors who have nothing, look around your house to see what furniture, household items, and clothing you no longer use and give it to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.
St. Matthew s BABY BOTTLE CAMPAIGN TO BENEFIT THE LIFE CENTER OF LONG ISLAND REMEMBER TO BRING IN THOSE BABY BOTTLES! August 20th 2017 The 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time 7 Recently, St. Matthew kicked-off their Baby Bottle Campaign to benefit The Life Center. THE WEEKEND TO BRING THOSE FILLED BABY BOTTLES IN IS: September 9 th & 10 th The Life Center is a pregnancy help center that counsels women and men who are experiencing an unexpected pregnancy. They provide maternity housing, medical care referrals, cribs, car seats, diapers and ALL other baby items that are needed. Remember, all it takes is your change in a baby bottle and a heartfelt prayer to make a big, positive difference for all those we serve. (Checks payable to the Life Center of Long Island) May every drop of a coin remind you to pray with your whole heart for the lives of our preborn children! FLU INJECTIONS Flu injections will be given at St. Matthew s on two Sundays: SEPTEMBER 24 th and Sunday, OCTOBER 22nd Rite Aid will administer the Flu Injections. Time: Beginning at 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM Place: Mirror Room 1 st floor of the Parish Center Cost: $30 cash only without insurance Most insurances are accepted at no cost to you. Please bring a copy of your insurance card. If you have any questions prior to Sept. 24th please call Jean at Rite Aid at 254-0464. If you also wish to receive the PNEUMONIA VACCINE, and/or the TDAP TETANUS, DIPTHERIA AND PERTUSSIS VACCINE, please call Jean by Sept.10th. Please return the form below to Sister K. McCarthy by September 10 TH This is very important as Rite Aid needs to have sufficient FLU vaccine.. Name Phone Number
August 20th 2017 The 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time 8 Catholics For Freedom of Religion www.cffor.org "Catholics For Freedom of Religion" was privileged to be invited to: "A New Catholic Movement in the United States" National Catholic Register, July 24, 2017 Over 100 Bishops joined 3,500 Catholic leaders, priests and religious from across the United States, as they gathered in Orlando, FL from July 1-4, for the unprecedented and invitationonly gathering of "Convocation of Catholic Leaders: The Joy of the Gospel in America." "It succeeded in gathering men and women who love the Church - from all over the U.S., from various cultural backgrounds and with different roles and perspectives in the Church,... with their bishops to pray together... and invite the Holy Spirit to lead us in going forth, said a key organizer. The attendees spent the days in prayer and discussion, hearing from a series of speakers on a specific theme each day. Nationally known speakers included Cardinal Timothy Dolan, NY, Cardinal Donald Wuerl, Washington, Archbishop Jose Gomez, Los Angeles, law professor Helen Alvare, and Supreme Knight Carl Anderson of the Knights of Columbus. The convocation strove to equip Catholic leaders with the tools, knowledge and common purpose to meet the next challenging years with confidence and the joy of discipleship. Catholics For Freedom of Religion was happy to provide our ideas and resources to laymen and clergy. We shared our mission to educate and inspire, on a non-partisan basis, for First Amendment Freedom of Religion - how rare it is, how dearly it was purchased for us and how quickly it can be lost. We were honored to be part of the Diocese of Rockville Centre delegation led by Bishop John Barres. "We are here at this convocation to set the course for what can be a new Catholic moment in the United States." Hosffman Ospino, Associate Professor, Boston College SENIOR NEWS YES After experiencing several delays of dates for the restaurant in Greenport, I have requested a switch to Monday, August 28. Everything else remains the same. The bus will leave at 9 am for the town of Greenport, where there will be time for browsing the shops. I'm told that there is a carousel and a lovely park, if you would prefer to sit and watch the world go by. We will then enjoy lunch at a waterside restaurant and after that, it's off to the beautiful Raphael Winery. Once there, we will enjoy a tasting of four wines, four varieties of cheeses, bread and accompaniments. On the way home, we will stop at a farm stand. The cost for the day will be $72 pp all inclusive including all tips. I'm happy that I was able to book it with no increase in price. I hope that this event will be as popular as it was last time. Those who signed up already, please call me to confirm because all the details were not clear at that time, and also the date has changed. Remember to pray for all those who are ill and for their loving caregivers. Pray always for those who protect us and this wonderful country that we live in. God bless America. See you in church, Pat 631-667-7922.
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