Church of the Holy Trinity
775 Main Street, Town of Poughkeepsie, New York 12603
www.holytrinitypoughkeepsie.com
Serving the Catholic Community in the Hamlet of Arlington since 1921
Easter Sunday
April 5th, 2015
Served by:
Father Robert B. Repenning, Pastor
Father Jaccius Jean-Pierre, Parochial Vicar
Father Gamini E. Fernando, In Residence
Father Armand Padula, OFM, Weekend Associate
Welcome!
Our Parish Mission Statement
The Holy Trinity Faith Community warmly
welcomes you. Please introduce yourself to Father
Robert as you leave so that on behalf of the entire
community we may greet you. You may register at
the parish office and pick up an informational
packet. Kindly notify us of any change of address.
Holy Trinity Parish is a
Christian community in the
Roman Catholic tradition, called to serve one
Triune God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
through prayer,
the Word of the Lord, love in action.
Schedule of Masses
The Lord’s Day at 5:30PM (Saturday Evening), 8:00AM, 10:00AM (American Sign Language & Principal Liturgy) and Noon.
Weekdays at 9:00AM; Saturdays at 9:00AM. 4:00PM Filipino Mass every third Sunday
The Sacrament of Reconciliation
Confessions are heard on Saturday afternoons from 4:00PM to 5:00PM or at the Rectory by appointment.
Devotions
Morning Prayer from the Liturgy of the Hours each day at 8:45AM. The Rosary is recited daily at 9:30AM. Perpetual Novena in honor
of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal each Monday morning after 9:00AM Mass. Stations of the Cross Fridays of Lent at 7:00PM and
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Fridays after 9:00AM. Mass until 3:OOPM.
The Church is open every day for personal prayer and devotion.
The Sacrament of Baptism
The First, Third and Fifth Sundays at 1:00PM (except during Lent). Expectant parents may contact the parish office to arrange for the
Baptism Seminar at 7:00PM on the First Monday of every other the month to help them understand the beauty and responsibilities of
the sacrament. Adults are baptized and confirmed at the Easter Vigil after completing the stages of the Rite of Christian Initiation.
The Sacrament of Matrimony
Since Catholic marriage requires a time of preparation, arrangements should begin at least six months before the proposed date of the
wedding to allow for the Marriage Preparation Program. Please contact the parish office to begin the process.
Holy Trinity Parish Office
8:30AM – 4:30PM Mon–Fri
775 Main Street
845-452-1863/fax845- 485-7569
[email protected]
Holy Trinity School
Mrs. Ann Dombroski
20 Springside Avenue
845-471-0520/fax845-471-0309
[email protected]
Family Faith Formation
Mrs. Lisa Timm
20 Springside Avenue
845-471-5838/fax845-471-0309
[email protected]
Prayers for the Sick
Please remember our parishioners who are homebound, hospitalized and in nursing homes. We pray that in their
time of need they may be mindful of the Lord’s love and presence and of Holy Trinity’s love and remembrance
of them. Please remember petitions on the Prayer Wall and the intentions on the Prayer Network.
This week we remember in a special way Mary Linich, Karen Flaherty, Barbara Cruger, Ayrton Calvanelli, Madeline
Gilroy, Elizabeth Wyatt, Kara Aagaard, Agatha Caso, Joshua Germano, Mark Hanhurst, Pat Meyers, Fr. Mike Morrow,
Audrey Morrow, Chic Bowder, Rena Duplika, Frances Lezon, Rosemarie Vacca, Victor DeCoste, Pat Connor, Connie
Narro, Ruth Deyo, Anne Byrne, Elaine Licato, Carmen Gentile, Anne Bryne, Danielle McCormick, Amanda Marcinelli,
A Healing
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flow of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, will be held Tuesday Feb 3, 2015 at St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish, 1925
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Rte 82, LaGrangeville,NY 12540. Praise and Worship begins 7:00pm; Mass 7:30 with
prayers
for healing
Mass. THe Mass is
Pastoral Care of the Sick
Monday,
April
6thFishkill, currently at St.
sponsored by the Spirit Wind Prayer Group. Guest Celebrant Monsignor Joseph Martin, formerly of St. Mar'y
If you are planning to enter the hospital for surgery,
Monday
within the Octave of Easter
James,
Carmel. All
are welcome.
cancellation
follows
after school programs and WHUD Storm Center
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serious illness,
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9:00AM Antonia & Dominica & Francesco
announcements.
Details call Patoforage,
Joe please
845-440-3519
Dave 845-223-3658.
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call theorparish
DelliCarpini
office to arrange for the Sacraments of Reconciliation,
Communion, and the Anointing at home. Communal
Tuesday, April 7th
Anointing of the Sick is also celebrated at Mass twice
Tuesday within the Octave of Easter
during the year. Notify us or the Catholic chaplain at
9:00AM Antonio M. Peixoto
Vassar or Mid Hudson Regional Hospital of
Westchester Medical Center of any hospitalization so
Wednesday, April 8th
that we may be of assistance. Be sure to tell the
Wednesday within the Octave of Easter
admitting office that you are a Catholic patient and a
9:00AM Intentions of Umberto Delfini
member of Holy Trinity.
Prayer Chain
If you or a loved one is in need
of prayers, please call Joan at 845635-3500. Your intentions will be
prayed for by members of the
Holy Trinity Prayer Chain.
Prayers for the Military
Almighty God, we stand before you in supplication,
asking your Divine mercy and protection to envelop
with your invincible armor our loved ones in all
branches of the service. Give them courage and
strength against all enemies, both spiritual and
physical, and hasten their safe journey back to their
homes and families.
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See what upcoming events are happening in the parish
and our Catholic Community.
A direct link to our Facebook page can be easily accessed
Your
Gifts to God
by clicking on
the Facebook
Tab and
at theParish
top of our website
For the Weekendpage
of March 28th & 29th
Weekly
Contribution
…………..……. $9, 887.00
www.
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Thursday, April 9th
Thursday within the Octave of Easter
9:00AM Emma Hedinger
Friday, April 10th
Friday in the Octave of Easter
9:00AM Stephen H. Corns
Saturday, April 11th
Saturday in the Octave of Easter
9:00AM Joey Stevensky
5:30PM Ronald Meyers
Sunday, April 12th
Sunday of Divine Mercy
8:00AM Intentions of Joan & Charles Defraia on their
65th Wedding Anniversary
10:00AM Our Parishioners
12:00PM Alfred Vitale
2:30 PM – 4:00PM Divine Mercy
Living Faith
Daily Catholic Devotions
Please help yourself to Daily Catholic Devotions
booklets in the back of the church on the table. Daily
Catholic Devotions is a quarterly booklet of daily
reflections on one of the scripture readings from the
day's Mass. Since each devotion is a personal reflection
on a Scripture passage from the day's Mass readings,
readers pray and meditate along with the seasons of the
Church year.
Be a Part of What’s Happening at Holy Trinity Parish!
The Weekly Calendar
Monday, April 6
th
Pilgrimage to Ireland’s National Marian Shrine
with Cardinal Dolan
No School
th
Tuesday, April 7
10:00AM Senior Exercise BMH
6:00PM Girl Scouts BMH
7:00PM Choir Practice
Wednesday, April 8th
Food Pantry Open 10AM to 12PM
Thursday, April 9th
10:00AM Senior Exercise BMH
7:00 Parent Confirmation Meeting Church
7:00PM Women’s Society Meeting BMH
Friday, April 10th
9:30AM Prayer Shawl Rectory
Food Pantry Open 10AM to 12PM
7:00 Girls Scouts Meeting BMH
Healing Mass
A Healing Mass, with a free flow of the gifts of the
Holy Spirit, will be held Tuesday April 7, 2015 at St.
Kateri Tekakwitha Parish, 1925 Rte 82,
LaGrangeville,NY 12540. The Guest Celebrant will
be Fr. Zev of Westchester Medical Hudson Valley
Medical Center. Praise and Worship at 7pm, Mass at
7:30. Individual prayers for healing following Mass.
The Mass is sponsored by Spirit Wind Prayer Group.
Details contact Pat or Joe at 845-440-3519
Annual Golden Wedding Mass Celebration
Couples celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary
anytime during 2015 are invited to attend the Annual
Golden Wedding Jubilee Mass with Cardinal Dolan at
the Cathedral of St. Patrick, Saturday, June 20th or
Sunday, June 21st at 2:00PM. Pre-registration is
required. Please contact the Parish Office at 452-1863
to register by Friday, April 24th. This event is
sponsored by the Family Life/Respect Life Office of
the Archdiocese. For more info 646-794-3188.
Teach and Inspire
Share your time and talents with the students of
Holy Trinity School through our
Enrichment Program.
Perhaps you are a photographer, artist, musician, or
dancer. Are you crafty, play chess, or do
woodworking? These are just a few ideas. Please
give the school a call at 471-0520 if you have a gift to
share. Our program begins April 17th.
The first official charted pilgrimage
from North America to Knock. August
8-16, 2015. Itinerary includes visits to
Connemara, Cliffs of Moher, Killarney,
and Ring of Kerry. Arrangements by
Peter’s Way Tours 1-800-225-7662, 1-516-605-1551,
email [email protected].
Caring Ministry Corner - Food Pantry
The Holy Trinity Food Pantry is located in
Bishop Mestice Hall. We are open
Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 A.M. - Noon.
The Food Pantry will be closed Good Friday, April third.
Please consider donating any of the following items, or a
gift card to one of our local grocery stores.
Peanut Butter, Jelly, Pancake Mix, Muffin Mix,
Instant Mashed Potatoes, Macaroni& Cheese,
Canned Chicken, Tuna, Ham, Chili, Canned pasta
Canned Beans, Canned Fruit, Spaghetti Sauce,
Canned Vegetables, Coffee, Tea
We are grateful for any items you may wish
to provide in support of our parish effort.
Trip to the Divine Mercy shrine in Stockbridge
St. Joseph's church in Poughkeepsie is sponsoring a
bus trip to the Divine Mercy shrine in Stockbridge
MA. on Sat. April 11 for the Divine Mercy vigil mass.
Bus leaves St. Joseph's church @ 9:00am and returns
@ 7:30pm. Cost is $30. Lunch is not included. Call
Diane @ 845-249-9643 for reservations.
GP Homestay is searching for more host families in the
Poughkeepsie area to host Chinese exchange students
that attend Lourdes High School and Poughkeepsie Day
School. Hosts provide 3 meals per day, a bedroom,
transportation to school (most students take the school
bus) and a warm and welcoming home. Hosts are
awarded with a $1100 stipend monthly to assist with the
costs of hosting. For more information please visit our
website www.gphomestay.com, call 781.996.0429 or
email [email protected]
Save the Date: Sunday, May 10, 2015
An Afternoon with the Classics
Followed by a reception in Bishop Mestice Hall.
3:00PM Holy Trinity Church
Sarah Johnson, Organist
Featuring Music by:
J.S. Bach, Felix Mendelssohn, Klass Bolt,
Dietrich Buxtehude
Suggested donation (at the door) $10adult, $5children,
$25 Family.
Proceeds to benefit the charitable works of the K of C.
A Word from the Pastor
Easter 2015
Jesus Christ is risen today!
The triumphant Easter proclamation contains the greatest of all truths – “God is with us”, our Redeemer, has risen
from the dead.
The Catholic faith is a sacramental faith. In short, this means that our belief hinges on God interacting with humanity
in a manner in which the invisible reality of God is made visible. For instance, when we confess our sins in the
Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation, we can experience the certainty of knowing that God forgives us.
Jesus’ resurrection has immediate consequences for us because it indicates His power and the effects it can have in
our lives. In our experience, at times things happen in our lives which may make life seem meaningless, or hostile to
us, or indifferent to us. It is at these moments, where the Resurrection of Jesus Christ reminds us that a meaning and
purpose and concern does exist and that we are not alone.
At times, we want an answer, and yet this is not what we truly need. Answers may satisfy curiosity but they won’t
satisfy the longing that we have. A way of looking at our need for a pat answer to life’s mysteries is to consider a
boiler. It is not necessary for a person to have a deep technical knowledge to get warm. And when someone is cold
they are not interested in the details of how they work they just want it to get running again. The boiler isn’t a
machine that provides information, it provides heat.
In Easter, we are offered glimpses into God’s plan for us, by the Risen Christ.
Relationship with God is not an intellectual exercise or something that is exactly the same for every person.
Relationship with God is His personal invitation for each of us. In the light of Jesus, we see the way in which to live
and His constant care and concern for our well-being. In the Resurrection we see that Jesus’ love is limitless and that
His mission is one of immeasurable mercy for us.
As we celebrate our Lord’s triumph over the powers of sin and death, may our hearts open to the Good News and the
power it has to transform our lives.
Happy Easter! Peace be with you!
Blessings and Peace,
Father Robert
We invite you to the
Fellowship Cafe
following the 5:30 Mass on
SaturdayApril 11th . Come
down to Bishop Mestice
Hall. Get to know those you see at Mass and enjoy
some light refreshments. See you then! (Sponsored this
month by Faith Formation)
The Catholic Widows and Widowers of Dutchess
and Putnam Counties will meet on the third Tuesday
of the month at 7:00PM in the Parish Meeting Room
at Saint Kateri Church, 1925 Route 82,
LaGrangeville, NY 12540. (845)223-3097.
Save the Date:
May 30th 8:00AM to Noon
Parish Clean-up
Please come help spruce up our beautiful parish.
Please meet outside the rectory garage where jobs
will be assigned. Bring your gardening tools and
rakes if you have them. It is with your help that we
are able to keep our parish and its’ grounds looking
so gorgeous.
This is a great
opportunity for
Confirmation students
to earn hours.
Camp Veritas 2015
Camp Veritas is a one-week play and pray sleep away
summer camp for Teens going into 7th to 12th grades. It
will be held at three USA locations in 2015; July 19th 25th at Mount St. Mary College in Newburgh, NY, July
26th – August 1st at Summit Lake Camp in Emmitsburg,
MD and Aug. 16th-22nd at Camp Lakota in Wurtsboro,
NY. Enrollment price for each week is $400 per
camper. More details can be found at
www.campvertias.com.
Ultimate Discount Cards
If you are interested in buying an Ultimate
Discount Card you still can. They may be purchased at
the school for $12. Please call the school 471-0520 for
more information.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Alleluia, He is Risen! His resurrection brings new life.
You can bring new life to your marriage or holy orders
on a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. For
more information go to: www.wwme.org or call toll
free: 877-NYS-WWME ext 3.
If you have a loving heart and 3 hours you can commit
to our office each week Birthright could be the place
for you. Our motto is - "It is the right of every pregnant
woman to give birth and the right of every child to be
born." Volunteer training is scheduled for Saturday
April 11, 2015 from 9-3 pm. Please call our office at
473-1300 or contact Honey-Jo at 914-475-9434 for
more information.