Roman Catholic Church of Saint Aidan 505 Willis Avenue, Williston Park, New York 11596 516-746-6585 www.staidanparish.org 516-746-6055 (Fax) Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 13, 2013 We will be like the Lord, when He appears The Pastoral Staff Rev. Msgr. James M. McDonald, Pastor - ext. 9108 Rev. Kevin Dillon, Associate Pastor - ext. 9105 Rev. Michael Edathil, Associate Pastor - ext. 9106 Rev. Msgr. Robert J. Kirwin, Pastor Emeritus Rev. Damian Halligan, SJ In Residence Deacon Salvatore B. Villani - ext. 9558 Deacon Francis J. Love - ext. 9557 Deacon Joseph Connelly - ext. 9562 Deacon Rudy Martin - ext. 9412 Mr. Drago Bubalo, DMA (cand). Music Director ext. 9130 E-mail address drago@staidanparish.org The Salvation of Souls is the Supreme Law Mission Statement We, the parish family of the Church of Saint Aidan, strengthened by the Eucharist and encouraged by the Word of God, welcome all, for we recognize that everyone is a child of God and no one should be excluded. Guided by the Holy Spirit through prayer, we strive as one to build the Body of Christ. We commit ourselves to nurturing life-long faith formation, fostering lay leadership, promoting social justice, engaging our youth in every aspect of parish life, and offering care and compassionate service to all. We invite everyone to walk with Jesus and experience His healing power and love. St. Aidan School (Grades Nursery-3. ext. 9202, 9203) (Grades 4-8, ext. 9302, 9303) Ms. Eileen P. Oliver, Principal Ms. Jo-Anne Rowan, Assistant Principal Faith Formation and Spirituality - ext. 9404, 9405 Mr. James F. Corrigan, Director of Faith Formation ext. 9401 Mrs. Elaine Smith, Director of Special Needs ext. 9406 Parish Social Ministry - ext. 9408 Mrs. Rosemarie Cavallaro, Director - ext. 9410 Youth Ministry Mr. Stephen Loewenthal, Coordinator - ext. 9403 SaintAidanYouthGroup@gmail.com Pastoral Council - ext. 9592 Members: Toti Conforti, Cathy Frischmann, Brendan Hickey, Larry McGovern, Bonnie Parente, Erin Flynn, Mary Ellen Testa and Suellen Peterson Buildings & Grounds Department ext. 9122 Liturgy of the Eucharist Saturday Evening: 5:00 PM and 7:30 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, *10:30 AM, 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM *Liturgy of the Word for Children Daily: 6:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 12:15 & 5:30 PM Monday thru Friday Morning Prayer 8:40 AM Monday thru Saturday Baptism Baptism of Children: Each month on the 1st Sunday and 3rd Sunday at 1:30 PM ceremony. Required: Parents class on the 2nd Sunday of each month beginning with the 12:00 Mass. For baptismal information, contact the Rectory office ext. 9101 Tuesday-Friday between the hours of 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. Penance/Reconciliation The Sacrament of Penance is celebrated every Saturday from 12:30-1:30 PM and 4:00-5:00 PM in our church or by appointment. Marriage Arrangements are to be made at the Rectory office at least 9 months in advance. Pre-Cana and FOCCUS registrations must be arranged through the parish. Anointing of the Sick & Communion of the Sick The anointing of the sick takes place after the 12:00 PM Mass on the 4th Sunday of each month. Anyone who is homebound may receive Holy Communion at home on a regular basis. Eucharistic ministers assist the priests in this ministry. Please call the rectory - ext. 9101. Adoration First and third Fridays of the month 12:45-3:00 PM in the Church. 12:30-1:30 PM on Saturdays in the church.
Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time MASSES AND SERVICES FOR THE WEEK MONDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2013 St. Callistus, I, Pope/Martyr Rom 1: 1-7; Lk 11: 29-32 6:30 AM William Lynch (Birthday Rem.) 9:00 AM Vito & Vita Maria Mossa 10:00 AM Memorial Mass- Robert Joseph Hayes 12:15 PM Theresa Ann O Rourke 5:30 PM No Mass TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2013 St. Teresa of Jesus, Virgin/Doctor of the Church Rom 1: 16-25; Lk 11: 37-41 6:30 AM Hedwig Kowalski 9:00 AM Steven Michitsch (Anniversary Rem.) 12:15 PM Joseph Metzger 5:30 PM Richard Brassel 6:30 PM Confirmation Rehearsal WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2013 St. Hedwig, Religious St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, Virgin Rom 2: 1-11; Lk 11: 42-46 6:30 AM Anne T. & Frank Keegan 9:00 AM Claire Combi 12:15 PM Marie Bellew 5:30 PM Bob Kirby (Birthday Rem.) 6:30 PM Confirmation Rehearsal THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2013 St. Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop/Martyr Rom 3: 21-30; Lk 11: 47-54 6:30 AM Dolores, Ernesto and Claudio Valente & Agnes Cippitelli (Birthday Rem.) 9:00 AM Lv. & Dcd. Mbrs of Clinton & Tinghitella Family 12:15 PM Frances & Dominick Palumbo (Wedding Anniversary Rem.) 5:30 PM Richard Brassel FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2013 St. Luke, Evangelist 2 Tm 4: 10-17b; Lk 10: 1-9 6:30 AM Robert Shank (1st Anniversary Rem.) 9:00 AM Robert Shank (1st Anniversary Rem.) 12:15 PM Patrick Griffin (25th Anniversary Rem.) 12:45 PM Eucharistic Adoration 5:30 PM Margaret Giordano SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2013 Sts. John d Brebeuf and Isaac Jogues, Priests, Companions/Martyrs Rom 4: 13, 16-18; Lk 12: 8-12 9:00 AM Patrick Griffin (25th Anniversary Rem.) 11:00 AM Sacrament of Confirmation 2:00 PM Sacrament of Confirmation 12:30-1:30 PM Confessions MASSES AND SERVICES FOR THE WEEK 5:00 PM Sadie Patinella Duarte Barroca (Birthday Rem.) Brian Kelly (1st Anniversary Rem.) Joseph Del Vecchio Samuel D. Valente 7:30 PM Michael J. Fenick, Sr. (Birthday Rem.) Michael J. Fenick, Jr. (Birthday Rem.) SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2013 Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time Ex 17: 8-13; 2 Tm 3: 14 4: 2; Lk 18: 1-8 7:30 AM Parishioners of St. Aidan 9:00 AM James G. Brassil (Birthday Rem.) 10:30 AM Anna Missewicz (Birthday Rem.) 12:00 PM John W. Andrews (3rd Anniversary Rem.) Kathleen Fitzpatrick James & Marylyn Curran Helen & John Menken Richard Brassel 5:00 PM Charles Melvin BANNS OF MARRIAGE FIRST WEEK Jaclyn Sporbert, Sacred Heart, Merrick, NY Salvatore Gismondi, St. Aidan Stephanie Boccia, St. Aidan Robert Milcetic, Notre Dame, New Hyde Park, NY SECOND WEEK Karen Ciardulli, St. Aidan Anthony Scapicchio, St. Aidan BREAD & WINE MEMORIAL In Loving Memory of PATRICIA HEIMAN
October 13, 2013 THIS PAST WEEK This past week (only a few days ago) the New York Times had several significant articles on life issues and the problems we face as Catholics as we work together in the pro- life cause. The first two were good news and bad news while the third was more than a little disturbing. The first told us that the current governor of Ohio is very much committed to the protection of unborn human life and that Ohio has passed restrictive abortion legislation. On the other hand, the second article tells us that the governor of California (a former Jesuit seminarian the article did not mention that I am) recently signed legislation that made abortion even easier than it was. In California you do not even need to be a doctor to perform an abortion! Imagine that! The third article really disturbed me. It concerned a Catholic University in California that is facing a very serious question: whether or not the health plan for faculty and staff should get rid of coverage for elective abortions. This evidently means that for some time a Catholic institution has been willing to pay for abortion. The article says that the debate about this issue threatens to tear the university apart. The reality, of course, is that this particular university built by Catholics to preach the Gospel, instill Catholic values and offer a great intellectual experience, has lost a great deal of its Catholic identity. The sad truth is that it is not the only one and there is no guarantee that in some Catholic colleges things will not be taught and promoted that are directly opposed to the teaching of Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church. Some may feel that my criticism of such Catholic institutions is unfair because they are after all academia and that means you can teach what you want and blatantly defy the teachings of God in your health care plans. I vehemently disagree. If you stop to think about it, Jesus was quite direct and to the point in his teaching. He allowed no compromise on the moral law and was more than outspoken in giving His opinion. Listen to this: If anyone is ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him will the Son of man also be ashamed, when he comes in the glory of his Father with the holy angels. (Mk 8: 38) There are not separate rules for ordinary Catholics, for politicians or for academicians. God is no respecter of persons. This is Respect Life and our Bishops urge us to promote the Gospel of life consistently. The Catholic Church cannot waver in its insistence on the sacredness
of every human life. Pope Francis, in September, spoke to some gynecologists and said this: Every unborn child, condemned unjustly to being aborted, has the face of the Lord, who before being born, and then when he was just born, experienced the rejection of the world. And every elderly person, even if he/she is sick or at the end of his/her days, bears in himself/herself the face of Christ. They cannot be discarded! I think you will agree that is pretty strong language. In Jesus and Mary, Monsignor James M. McDonald SUGGESTIONS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER The month of October, dedicated to the Holy Rosary, is a wonderful opportunity to become reacquainted with this important devotion! St. Jose Marie Escriva wrote if you say the Holy Rosary every day with spirit of faith and love, Our Lady will make sure she leads you very far along her Son s path! Devotion to Mary, along with the Eucharist, is the most powerful anchor that will guide us on the path to heaven. It will compel us to practice charity, between our family and our friends. Make a commitment to pray the Holy Rosary with your children and offer it for an increase in priestly vocations. Share your reactions and feedback at pastoralcouncil@staidanparish.org or call (516) 746-6585 x9592. St. Aidan s Pastoral Council tries to be responsive to the needs of our parish. Jesus healed ten lepers in today s Gospel. Only one (10%) came back to say thank you. I, too, have received many blessings from the Lord indeed, all I am and all I have is a gift! How often have I remembered to thank Him? STEWARDSHIP COLLECTION 10/07/12 $26,384 10/06/13 $26,849 (+1.76%) RESPECT LIFE COLLECTION 10/07/12 $ 5,339 10/06/13 $ 5,535 (+3.67%) Next weekend s second collection is for World Mission Sunday Thank you for your kind and generous support of our parish!
LIGHTHOUSE CATHOLIC MEDIA Do you know what you want out of your life? Have you reflected on this question extensively? After all, if you do not know where you are going, you are lost. By clearly defining what I want, I can map my goal, my mission. The details of our individual missions may vary, but the end goal is the same, to become the saints God created us to be. Imagine how life would change if everything we did was helping us to become the person God created us to be, and the influence we will have on the people around us? Christ gave us the power to overcome sin. He tells us Be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect. (Matthew 5:48) It is a challenge, but we can make the decision to say YES to our mission and to say NO to the many cultural influences that threaten this mission. This week we have CDs of great interest. St. Joseph: Patron of the Universal Church by Dr. Miravalle. The holy and hidden figure of St. Joseph comes to light in this talk. Heroic Witnesses by Sister Maria Stella, a missionary in Russia, speaks about the history of Catholic priests, sisters and the laity in Russia from 1917 to the present. The persecution and almost destruction of the Catholic Church and the efforts to revive it now. Counting your Blessings by Dr. Scott Hahn. He explains the essential teachings regarding the practice of Catholic family life based on the image of the Blessed Trinity, and all that is needed to create a loving family life. Once again listen to these talks and pass them on to others that need to hear them. You will be reaching souls and saving souls is the ultimate mission we can accomplish. Toti Conforti SICK: DECEASED: PLEASE PRAY Barbara Ueland, Christine Schifaudo, Peter F. Brala, Christine Lucivero, Geoffrey Hamilton, Jenny Malewicz, Louis Malewicz, Marianne Cusmano, Geraldo Peixoto, Aubree Jones, Rev. Bryan Dalton, Ricardo Cueto, Stacy Test, Owen Hogen, Addie Mina, Linda Yorio, Chuck Smith, Richardo Fernandes Bryan Caceres, Primitiva Cifra Neria, Kathleen Page and for all those who have died serving our country. REMEMBERING OUR SERVICE MEN & WOMEN Protect our service men and women, Lord Jesus, as we continue to pray for world peace.
WORLD MISSION SUNDAY Next Sunday, October 19th/20th, is World Mission Sunday, our Holy Father, Pope Francis, calls every Catholic to celebrate at the Eucharist, our vocation to be missionary and to help the Missions. As Catholics around the world, here at home and in the Missions, gather at the Eucharistic table, let us pray for the Church s worldwide mission and offer financial help through the Propagation of the Faith for more than 1,150 dioceses in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Pacific Islands. Thank you for your generosity. Please make all checks payable to THE PROPAGATION OF THE FAITH. WE RE FIGHTING BACK, INC. We re Fighting Back, Inc. is a family run charitable organization dedicated to the pursuit of education, awareness, treatment and an ultimate cure for breast cancer. Ten thousand dollars a year are donated to the American Cancer Society s Strides Against Breast Cancer fundraiser at Jones Beach, Long Island, New York which is held yearly in October. The Organization also donates to local families in need who are fighting this disease. Four mortgages and some monthly bills were paid this year in order to allow the victims of this disease to spend their energies on fighting the disease itself and not worry about bills. The strength of this organization is derived through our love for each other, through what we have learned during our own battles, and through the memories of those who have survived the battle, but most especially of those who have lost the fight against breast cancer. We re Fighting Back, Inc. wants to help you fight so that no one will ever have to fight alone. Please contact the Social Ministry office if you, or someone you know, are in need of our assistance. We re Fighting Back, Inc. will be outside church this weekend, October 12th/13th, selling baked goods to raise funds to continue the fight. Please stop by and support this worthy cause.
Help St. Aidan Parish Cross the Finish Line MAKE YOUR DONATION TODAY! 2013 Catholic Ministries Appeal GOAL: $173,000 Pledges: $136,820 # of Gifts 620 Amount Needed: $ 36,180 Why Contribute? St Aidan Parish receives a return on the money collected Money is used to support Religious Programs Religious Education Social Ministry (Food Pantry etc.) Donations are tax deductible $173, 000 PARISH: PLEDGE: $ NAME : DOWN PAYMENT: $ ADDRESS: BALANCE: $ Please mail this form and checks made payable to: PHONE: Catholic Ministries Appeal PO Box 4000 DONOR SIGNATURE: Rockville Centre, NY 11571-4000
A big thank you to the St. Aidan Parishioners who joined with 30 + parishes from the Rockville Centre Dioceses to pray the Rosary. And thank you to all who joined us in prayer from your homes. The Rosary Rally was a wonderful prayerful event. The next meeting at St. Aidan s is Monday, October 28 th at 7:30 PM in Kirwin Hall. All are welcome! If you can t join us the following actions can be taken from your home: *Pray * Fast *Attend Adoration and Holy Mass *Sacrifice *Penance *Educate yourself, your family & friends *Follow USCCB Action Items at http://bit.ly/hozksj. *join and follow the NYS catholic Action Network for news of developments affecting freedom of religion and conscience in New York at http://www.nyscatholic.org. *Advise your federal and state officials of the critical need for them to actively support freedom of religion for all. Remind them of their obligation as elected officials and as Americans to uphold the 1 st amendment s protection of religious liberty. Please remember, God has given us free will, intellect and a voice to preach the truth of His love for all mankind and to protect His church including its mission of healing. We pray to our Blessed Virgin Mother to strengthen us that we may use our abilities wisely to preserve religious freedom for all.
GIVE BLOOD AND JOIN THE WORLD S BIGGEST HUDDLE! Albertson Community Monday, October 14th ~ 3:15-7:45 PM Albertson Fire Department 100 I.U. Willets Road, Albertson The 2014 Super Bowl Host Committee has partnered with NYBC to help increase blood donations leading up to Super Bowl XLVIII. All presenting donors with NYBC between now and January 17, 2014 will be entered into a sweepstakes for one pair of tickets to Super Bowl XLVIII! (valued at $2,500) The more you donate, the more times you will be entered. For eligibility questions please visit our website www.nybloodcenter.org or call 1-800-688-0900. A Photo or Signature ID Required. Eat well balanced meals before giving blood. To Schedule an Appointment please contact: Peter Brala (516) 248-7182 Walk-ins welcome! Every person who presents to donate blood as part of the campaign will receive a red Super Community Blood Drive wristband. A roast beef dinner will be served to all donors. Donors may even take it home.
An Invitation to Consecrate oneself to Jesus through Mary This is an open invitation to all Catholics who love Mary. Our glorious Queen and Immaculate Mother. She has been assumed body and soul into heaven and continues to watch over each of us from eternity. By making this consecration to Mary, you are placing yourself in her hands; she will help you to become a true follower of Christ. Do not be afraid, she loves you. Remember her words to St. Juan Diego of Guadalupe? I am not here who am your Mother? Are you not under my shadow and protection? Are you not in the crossing of my arms? Consecration Explained: Total Consecration is an absolutely beautiful exercise to increase our spirituality, helps us grow in holiness and increase our faith, and to grow closer to Jesus. It consists of a 33-day period of preparation, done at home for 15-20 minutes of prayer and meditation using the book 33 Days to Morning Glory. The participants will meet once a week, on Fridays, for six weeks, for fellowship. We will have one meeting in the morning at 10:00 AM and one in the evening at 7.30 PM, whichever is more convenient for you. Then November 21 st, the Feast of the Presentation, we will have a Mass to Consecrate ourselves to Mary. This program will also help you to come to a clear understanding of the role of Mary and how she helps us to have a closer union with Jesus and to renew our Baptismal commitment while we live out our personal Consecration. Our late Pope, John Paul II, made Marian consecration a hallmark of his papacy. His motto Totus Tuus (totally yours) reflected his personal consecration to Mary! We strongly encourage all of you to consider signing up for this program, which would deepen your relationship with Mary and her Son, Jesus, a transforming path to holiness!! If you are interested, contact Toti Conforti with questions at (516) 385-8963 or e-mail toticon@aol.com. NOTE: PLEASE CALL AFTER OCTOBER 15TH IF YOU ARE INTERESTED TOTI WILL BE AWAY.
Herricks Community Players presents Neil Simon's BAREFOOT IN THE PARK Directed by John Hayes Friday & Saturday, October 18, 19, 25, 26 @ 8 PM Sunday, October 20 & 27 @ 3 PM Adult $23 - Sr./Child (12 and under) $18 For tickets please call (516) 742-1926 Herricks Community Center 999 Herricks Road New Hyde Park, NY 11040 ROSARY & ADORATION FOR LIFE On Wednesday, October 23rd at 7:30 PM, the Mary, Queen of Peace Prayer Group will host a ROSARY FOR LIFE Please join us as we pray the Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet together, through Mary for all of life. See you that night in the church, bring a friend. CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS COURT ST. AIDAN #1577 A reminder to all of our members that Sunday, October 20th, is Catholic Daughters Sunday. We invite all members to join us at the 9:00 AM Mass that day. Our Annual Bake Sale will also take place that day after all Masses in the St. Francis Garden. UNITED HEARTS OF JESUS AND MARY Join us for an evening of prayer on Friday, October 25, 2013 at 7:30 PM in St. Aidan s School Cafeteria. Our evening will include Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and Mass. Guest Speaker: Dr. John Palmer, Coordinator-Renewal Apostolate, Diocese of Rockville Centre Healing Prayer. Music by Ria Music Ministry. Refreshments and fellowship to follow. For information please call Tecky at (516) 655-9755. FALL ADVENTURE TO ATLANTIC CITY St. Aidan P.A.C.E. is sponsoring a bus trip to TRUMP PLAZA CASINO on Saturday, October 19th. Cost is $35.00 per person and includes a comp return of $30.00 and $5.00 food comp. Luxury motor coach departs at 9:15 AM from St. Aidan. Space is limited so reserve your seat by calling Jim Heiman (516) 248-0815.
Enjoy a night out and help support Saint Aidan School at 875 Willis Ave, Albertson, NY 11507 (516) 741-7940 Date: October 17, 2013. Hours of Operation: 11:30 2:30 lunch 4:00-10:00 dinner When making the reservation state that you are from St. Aidan's. They will generously donate 15% of the sales to our school. If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie Vitale at stephmv623@gmail.com or (516) 626-6449. (Please, no coupons or gift certificates will be accepted that day.) THE KNIGHT S CORNER (Providing information from the Knights of Columbus) Did You Know - The Knights of Columbus is not just a fraternity in name. It is a brotherhood of Catholic men who each play a part in improving the world around them, one community at a time. They stand together in faith, dedicated to uphold the principles they cherish while lending their support and strength to parish, home and fellow Knight. From charity for worldwide causes, to helping closer to home with volunteer activities, to top-rated insurance program that protects those closest to you, the Knights makes the most of brotherhood. Watch Sporting Events The Knights of Columbus Lounge (186 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola -lower level) is open Monday Friday evening at 7:30 PM and Sunday afternoons during football season, and has large flat screen TVs for your watching pleasure and reasonably priced beverages. 90 th Anniversary Gala Corpus Christi Council # 2502 of the Knights of Columbus will celebrate its 90 th Anniversary with a Dinner-Dance on Saturday, November 9, 2013, from 6:00 11:00 PM. Cocktail Hour, buffet table during cocktail, open bar, Family Style Dinner, Dessert and Live Band all for $60 per person. Dance will be held at the K of C Hall at 186 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola. Reservations and payments must be made by November 1 st, checks payable to K of C # 2502. Please send payments with the names of attendees to Tom Kelly, 68 Jerome Avenue, Mineola, NY 11501. If you have any questions, please call Tom at 516-459-2540. Are You Ready to Join? Corpus Christi Council # 2502 serves both St Aidan and Corpus Christi Parishes. Membership in the Knights is open to all Catholic Men at least 18 years of age. For information call (516) 746-8643 or contact Jim Corrigan at the Religious Education office (516) 746-6585 x9401. Hall Rental Big parties or small, the Corpus Christi Council Hall is available for rental. For information call Tom at (516) 746-8643.
CDA Court St. Aidan #1577 2013 Fall Fashion Show Thursday, November 14, 2013 Westbury Manor Westbury, New York Cocktails 6:30 7:30PM Open Bar Dinner 7:30-10:30 PM $65 per person Return reservation request to: Make checks payable to: Erin Flynn Court St. Aidan #1577 9 Astor Place Williston Park, NY 11596 RESERVATION DEADLINE: November 6, 2013 NAME: No. of people: (list names on back) Phone Number: Amount enclosed: I wish to sit with All proceeds to benefit the Court St. Aidan #1577 Scholarship Fund.
PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY Love caritas is an extraordinary force which leads people to opt for courageous and generous engagement in the field of justice and peace. It is a force that has its origin in God, Eternal Love and Absolute Truth. Encyclical of Pope Benedict XVI, June 29, 2009. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE ANY BAGS OF CLOTHING ON THE BACK STEPS OF THE PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY OFFICE! IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO DONATE ITEMS, PLEASE CONTACT THE PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY OFFICE! FOOD PANTRY: Please bring your donations of non-perishable food and personal hygiene items to the Parish Social Ministry office or drop them off at the back of Church. The pantry could use the following items: men s depends (size large), bottles of juice, mayonnaise, jars of pasta sauce and cereal. We are also in need of metro cards which we use for our families throughout the year The holidays will be here before you know! At the end of October and continuing through November 25, 2013, we start collecting Thanksgiving turkeys and trimmings for families in need. If you see a sale while food shopping during this time, please consider taking advantage of it and make a donation. If you know of a homebound person who would like to receive a friendly telephone call from our parish social ministry volunteers, please contact our office at (516) 746-6585 x9408. PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY Our Prayer Shawl Ministry meets the second and fourth Monday of each month at 9:45 AM in the Peter and Paul Room of the Finamore Center to knit or crochet prayer shawls or lap blankets for our sick and homebound parishioners. New members are always welcome. You need not know how to knit or crochet. We have talented parishioners who can teach you. Please note that our offices will be closed on the 2 nd Monday in October for Columbus Day so the next meeting will take place on Monday, October 28 th. If you or someone you know would like to have one of these shawls or blankets, please contact our office. If you have any questions, please call Parish Social Ministry (516) 746-6585 x9410. APARTMENT/ROOM If you know of or have an apartment or room to rent, can you please contact the parish social ministry office at (516) 746-6585 x9408. THE PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY, OCTOBER 14TH IN OBSERVANCE OF COLUMBUS DAY. Parish Social Ministry office is open Monday Friday 9:00 AM 3:00 PM. Please use the Finamore Parish Center entrance (across from the church on Willis Avenue).
October 20th Halloween Costume Party November 3rd Meeting in Youth Room 6:00-7:30 PM November 17th Luigi s/chillin Night. Bring $10 for pizza and frozen yogurt. *Meet at Luigi s at 6:00 PM November 24th Meeting 6:00-7:30 PM December 8th Immaculate Conception Prayer Service in Youth Room & Meeting 6:00-7:30 PM December 22th Youth Group Christmas Party! SAINT AIDAN DANCE ACADEMY Fall 2013 Open to: Any girl entering Nursery 8 th grade as of September 2013. *Note: Nursery students must be 3 years old and fully potty trained by October 1 st. Styles of dance offered: Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Kickline, Cheer Dance, Musical. Cost: $90 for 1 st dance session, and $60 for each additional dance session. Contact us for information about our Sibling Rate. Session Includes: 7 dance classes once a week in one type of dance, a t-shirt & the recital. Classes will run on Mondays and Saturdays from October through December. For more information and our brochure, call the Office of Youth Ministry at (516) 746-6585 x9403, email Steve at SteveL@staidanparish.org or email Stefanie at SaintAidanDanceAcademy@gmail.com.
October 20th 1:00-2:00 PM Convent Meeting November 16th 9:00 AM-2:00 PM King Kullen Food Drive November 17th 1:00-2:00 PM Convent Meeting December 8th 1:00-3:00 PM Parker Institute Holiday Cards 5:00-8:00 PM Eleanor Rigby s Christmas Party January 12th 9:00 AM-12:30 PM Finamore Parish Center Clothing & Coat Drive 12:30-1:30 PM Convent Meeting February 9th 1:00-2:00 PM Convent Meeting March 16th 1:00-2:00 PM Convent Meeting March 30th 9:00-10:00 AM Church Mass 12:00-3:00 PM Lucky Duck Mother/Daughter Brunch April 6th 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Finamore Parish Center Birth Right/Mommas House Drive April 17th 1;00-3:00 PM Parker Institute Egg Dying 1:00-2:00 PM Convent Meeting May 4th 9:00 AM-12:30 PM St. Francis Garden Bake & Plant Sale 12:30-2:00 PM Convent Meeting & Elections June 10th 7:00-8:00 PM Church Installation Mass 8:00-9:30 PM Kirwin Hall Meeting EVENTS TO BE ANNOUNCED Toys for Tots-Build-A-Bear, Plant Sale Dates Annual dues are $15.00, $16.50 for new members. For information please call Adele Lamere at (631) 608-3104.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION AIDES WANTED SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAM We are in need of high school students to work as aides assisting catechists and children with special needs. We will provide training and guidance. To volunteer or to receive further information please contact Mrs. Elaine Smith, Director of Special Needs at (516) 746-6585 x9406. TRAFFIC PATTERN CHANGE With the start of the new Religious Education School Year there is once again a change in the traffic pattern for entering and leaving the parking lot behind the upper school. Beginning Monday, September 23 rd all traffic entering and leaving the parking lot must follow a one-way traffic flow in which the parking lot is entered from the north on Winthrop Street and departs the lot through the south exit onto Birmingham Place. Additionally, traffic cones will be placed in the lot to guide the flow through the lot. This pattern is in effect from 3:30 until 8:30 PM every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday when Religious Education Classes are in session (September April). ATTENTION ALL VOLUNTEERS: Are you aware that the Diocese of Rockville Centre requires ANYONE IN ANY MINISTRY TO BE VIRTUS TRAINED AND HAVE A BACKGROUND CHECK. A ministry covers Catechists to CYO Coaches, Ushers to Liturgical Ministers, and all parish organization members. Check the Virtus Training schedule and register online for a class being offered by several local parishes at www.drvc.org. Day Off! There will be NO Religious Education Classes, and the office will be CLOSED on Monday, October 14 th in observance of the Columbus Day Holiday. Confirmation Bishop Nelson Perez will administer the Sacrament of Confirmation here at the Church of Saint Aidan next Saturday, October 19 th at 11:00 AM and at 2:00 PM. Please pray for our young Confirmation Candidates as they prepare to complete their initiation into the Church. Rehearsal Reminder Candidates who are assigned to receive Confirmation at the 11:00 AM celebration will have their final rehearsal on Tuesday, October 15 th at 7:00 PM. Candidates who receive Confirmation at the 2:00 PM celebration will have their final rehearsal on Wednesday, October 16 th at 7:00 PM. All rehearsals will take place in the church. 2 nd Grade Class Mass All 2 nd Grade students are invited to celebrate a Class Mass together next Sunday, October 20 th at the 10:30 AM Liturgy. Following the Mass, a reception for all 2 nd grade students and their families will be held in Msgr. Kirwin Hall. OFFICE HOURS The Religious Education office (Upper School, Room 301) is open from 10:00 AM 4:00 PM Monday to Friday.
Religion and Rock-Tune into Religion and Rock with Msgr. Jim Vlaun on Sunday from 7:00-8:00 AM on WBAB 102.3 FM or 95.3 on the East End of Long Island. Listen on Saturdays at 11:00 PM on Sirius Radio Channel 159, the Catholic Channel and at 11:00 PM on XM Satellite Channel 117. You can visit us anytime to listen or download a show at www.religionandrock.com. or Religion & Rock on Tunes. For more information about our television shows go to www.telecaretv.org. or, for more information, please call (516) 538-8704. CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19TH 9:00 AM-12:00 PM McGANN-MERCY DIOCESAN HS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20TH 10:30 AM-2:00 PM ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST DIOCESAN HS Sisters of Charity of Halifax-Tickets are now on sale for the Elizabeth Ann Seton Award Luncheon to be held on Sunday, November 10th at the Milleridge Inn in Jericho, NY from 1:00-4:00 PM. Please join the Sisters of Charity-Halifax in honoring this year s award recipients: Patricia Oettinger, Father Danny Murphy, and Sister Mary Beth Moore, SC. Tickets are $65. Sponsorships and advertising opportunities are available. For further information or to make a reservation please contact Sister Marie Sorenson at (718) 424-1813 or email msorenson@schalifax.ca. Rainbows for All God s Children-Rainbows is a support group for children and young adolescents who have suffered a significant loss through death, divorce, separation or any other painful transition. Six sessions will begin on Sunday, October 20th from 10:00-11:15 AM. A Parent s Group is offered at the same time. For more information please contact Notre Dame Social Ministry at (516) 326-3403. Community Church of East Williston, Hillside Avenue and Roslyn Road, East Williston-Pumpkin Patch, October 12th-31st, awesome selection, great prices. Weekends 10:00 AM-6:00 PM and weekdays noon-6:00 PM. For information please call (516) 742-9690. Molloy College, Rockville Centre, NY-The Fall Open House will be held Sunday, November 17th at 1:00 PM. For information please call (516) 323-4000. Williston Park Civic Association and the Albertson Square Civic Association-There will be a Meet and Greet of candidates for the November elections on Tuesday, October 22nd from 7:30-9:30 PM at the Albertson Fire Department on I.U. Willets Road in Albertson. St. Aloysius Sociables-The Wednesday Monthly Luncheon will be held on November 13th at 1:00 PM at the Inn at New Hyde Park, 214 Jericho Turnpike, New Hyde Park. Price: Cost of your meal. Please call Ida (516) 482-1832 or John Hyland at (516) 482-3795 for reservations. Diocese of Rockville Centre-Cordially invites you to join us for Endow-Educating on the Nature and Dignity of Women Facilitator Training, Faith, Fellowship and Unity. Endow is a Catholic educational program that brings women together to discover their God-given dignity and to understand their role in humanizing and transforming society. Training facilitator Eileen Love. This all-day training prepares women to become Endow small group facilitators, equipped to help other women grow in their faith Saturday, October 26th from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM at the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception, 440 West Neck Road, Huntington. Cost: $60 (includes full-day training, all materials and lunch.) To register visit the website at www.endowgroups.org/calendar. For more information please call Sr. Mary Alice Piil, CSJ at (516) 678-5800. x512 or the Endow office at (720) 382-5242. Holy Spirit Rosary Altar Society, New Hyde Park, NY-A Christmas Fair will be held on Saturday, November 9th from 10:00 AM-6:00 PM and Sunday, November 10th from 8:30 AM-2:00 PM. All new items, many outside vendors, fresh baked cakes and cookies, large basket raffles, plus gigantic $1,000 raffle. Bring the kids and your camera and take family photos at our Keep Christ in Christmas setting. The fair will be held in the Auditorium located at 13 South 6th Street. For information please call Theresa at (516) 294-9837.