THIS MONDAY ,
March 23rd
is Father Casmir’s Birthday…
MASSES FOR THE WEEK
Monday, 3/23/15—Lenten Weekday
7:00 AM
Ints. of Father Casmir
9:00 AM
Giorgio Sorbara and Nina & Mario Schiarti
Tuesday, 3/24/15—Lenten Weekday
7:00 AM
Stavros Dalambakis
9:00 AM
Jennifer Buffone
1:30 PM
Rosary, Holy Hour of Eucharistic
Adoration
Wednesday, 3/25/15—The Annunciation of the Lord
7:00 AM
Carmela Podmore
9:00 AM
Multiple Intentions Mass:
For Peace in the World
Thursday, 3/26/15—Lenten Weekday
7:00 AM
For the Homeless
9:00 AM
Keith Hughes
Friday, 3/27/15—Lenten Weekday
7:00 AM
Sophie Belli
9:00 AM
Vincent, Geraldine & Gerard Malone
7:30 PM
Stations of the Cross
Saturday, 3/28/15—Lenten Weekday
9:00 AM
Ints. of Virginia Petroglia
Sunday, 3/29/15—Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord
5:00 PM Sat.
Multiple Intentions Mass:
Joseph Oliveri; Frank Pascale; Elaine
Mollo-Nisenson; Grace & George Parasmo;
Joan Ariola; Ints. of Dana Becker; The Deceased & Homebound of Our Lady of Peace
8:00 AM Sun.
PEOPLE OF THE PARISH
9:30 AM
John & Catherine Oveis
11:00 AM
Elaine McHugh
12:30 PM
Mary Alice Grothe
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, and GOD
BLESS YOU,
FATHER CASMIR!
LENT
What is Lent? It is the forty-day
period in the Church Year set aside to help us
in our spiritual preparation for Easter. It is a
time of renewal...a time for doing good
deeds...a time for prayer and reflection...a
time to deepen our relationship with God...a
time to deepen our understanding of our
Faith.
FAST AND ABSTINENCE
All Catholics who have reached their 14th year are
bound to abstain entirely from meat on Ash Wednesday and
all the Fridays of Lent. All Catholics between the ages of 18
and 59 inclusive are also bound to observe the law of fast on
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. This means limiting oneself to a single full meal and avoiding food between meals.
Two other light meals, which together do not equal a full
meal, may be taken during the day,
HOLY HOUR
There will be a Holy Hour every Tuesday, 1:30PM to
2:30PM in the church (weather permitting).
EASTER BULLETIN NOTICE…
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
Due to the up-coming Easter holiday,
our Easter bulletin (for Sunday, April 5th) must
be sent to our printer early. Therefore, if you
have an article for our Easter bulletin, it must be
submitted to my attention at the Rectory no
later than 9AM, this Thursday, March 26th.
Thank you.
Lynn Ferguson
PRAY
During Lent come and pray with us the Stations of
the Cross each Friday at 7:30PM in the church.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Confessions take place every Saturday from
4:00PM-4:30PM except Holy Saturday. There will be
Confessions on the Monday of Holy Week, March 30th
from 3:00PM to 9:00PM.
FAST
GIVE
The love of God breaks through that fatal withdrawal into ourselves which is indifference. The Church offers us this love of God by her teaching and especially by her witness.
But we can only bear witness to what we ourselves have experienced. Christians are those
who let God clothe them with goodness and mercy, with Christ so as to become, like Christ,
servants of God and others. Only those who have first allowed Jesus to wash their own feet
can they offer this service to others. Only they have “a part” with him (Jn 13:8) and thus can
serve others.
Message of His Holiness Pope Francis for Lent 2015.
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Grant Us Your Salvation! IN THE CHARITY OF
YOUR PRAYERS, PLEASE PRAY FOR THE ILL,
ESPECIALLY: Mary DePinto, Claire Kane, Bridget Vogt,
PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY
Rosalie Filauri, Philomena Picone, Desiree Gerardi, Margaret Casina,
Marie DiBlasi, Annmarie Stanton, Nikki Robertson, Richard Bowman,
Donald Krononberg, Deacon Niel Squitieri, Christopher Carney, Eileen Meyers, Janna Purpura, Anna Purpura, Ann O’Connor, Ann
Minardi, Catherine Boiselle, Agnes Mueller, Leanor Izurieta, Kevin
O’Brien, Kevin Ledwith, Matt McCormack, Helene M., Paul Sci,
Lorraine Marone, Mitch & Phyllis Hanna, John Colalillo, Doug Griffith, Fran Lubrano, Serafina Minerva, Veronica Heinz, Elaine Zarrilli,
Helene M., Kim Flynn, Camille Cromeyn, Kenney Mazzone, Kathleen
F. , John Colalillo, Jennifer Abraham.
(List will remain approximately four weeks. After that time, you may call to renew your request
for prayers).
AND FOR ALLTHE DECEASED, ESPECIALLY:
Mary Gagliardi; Vivian Cit Kovic
THE BREAD
The Bread this week has been donated in loving memory of
the Crowley Family from Catherine Enos.
THE WINE
The Wine this week has been donated in loving memory of
the Crowley Family from Catherine Enos.
THE ROSE FOR LIFE
The Rose For Life this week has been donated in loving
memory of Donald A. Doyle.
SANCTUARY CANDLE
The Sanctuary Lamp this week has not been memorialized
this week.
AROUND OUR PARISH..…
— HOLY HOUR OF EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Every Tuesday from 1:30 to 2:30PM in the Church. Please
join us at 1:30 as we pray the Rosary. There will be Benediction on the 1st Tuesday of each month.
— MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA - Please stay and
pray with us every Saturday morning after the 9AM Mass in
the Church.
—TWICE BLESSED THRIFT SHOPPE - Open on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:30AM to 2:30PM all year long.
Please leave only gently-used clothing and other items.
—CYO - for any information regarding CYO please visit our
website at OLPCYO.com.
—OLP SPIRIT SPACE—MEDITATION/READING
GROUP- Every Thursday from 7:30PM-9:30PM in the
Parish House.
—YOUTH GROUP (7th-12th graders)—join our wonderful
Youth Group which meets the 1st and 3rd Fridays of every
month at the Parish House, 20 Neiman Ave., from 7PM to
9PM. Our email is: [email protected].
READINGS FOR NEXT WEEKEND
MARCH 29, 2015
Mk 11:1-10 or Jn 12:12-16;Is 50:4-7; Mk 14:1—15:47
or 15:1-39
Reflection:
Adults: Jesus, our Savior died for us. As we begin this most
solemn week of the Church Year, how will we focus on what
Jesus has done for us? Will we attend the Holy Week
services? Will we spend some time on meditation and prayer?
Will we be open to the beautiful scripture passages of this
week?
Children: Will you remember to thank Jesus for dying on the
cross for us? Will you try to listen to the readings in church
with your heart open to the story of all that Jesus did for us?
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PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR ARMED FORCES,
ESPECIALLY: Chaplain Col. Mark Rowan, U.S.A.F.; Chaplain Maj. James Krische, U.S. Army; Chaplain Lt. Cmdr. Robert
Coyle, U.S.N.; Sgt. Kevin Kearney, Special Forces, U.S. Army; Cpl.
Manuel Callejas-Rodas, U.S.M.C.; Lt. Col. Alvah E. Ingersoll,
U.S.M.C.; Ltjg. Michael Harmon, U.S.N.; Safaridin Khan, U.S.A.R.;
Maj. Eric M. Carrano, U.S.A.F.; Pvt. Kristopher Lewis, U.S. Army;
Pfc. Kristian Kleffmann, U.S. Army; PV2 Joseph C. Lisciandri, M.P.;
Pvt. lst Cl. Joseph DeFilippe, U.S.A.F.; Sgt. Christian Orellana, U.S.
Army; lst Lt. Clayton Z. Cohn, U.S. Army; Sgt. Robert J. Lant, U.S.
Army; Pfc. Dan McEnerney, U.S. Army; Rick Soethout, U.S. Army;
Paul Barrett, Special Forces U.S.M.C.; Cpt. Matthew Conn, U.S.
Army; Maj. John Sottnik, U.S. Army; Cpt. Lee Zeldin, U.S. Army.;
Sgt. Brian James Dolan, U.S. Army; Capt. Michael A. DeVita,
U.S.A.F.; Lt. Cmdr. Christopher Delamere, U.S.C.G.; Staff Sgt.
Albert Santini, III, U.S.M.C.; Pvt. lst Cl .Michael Deras, U.S. Army;
Pfc. Matthew Duggan, U.S.M.C., U.S. Navy; Petty Officer Christopher Nusselt, U.S. Army; Private 1st Class Gregory Nusselt; Maj.
Colleen Fitzpatrick, U.S.A.F.; L.Cpl. Ryan Carriddi, USMC; Alan
Murphy, U.S.M.C.; Lt. Stephen Szalai, U.S.N.; Pv2 Alejandro Arroyave, U.S. Army; Michael Stapleton, U.S.M.C.; Mark Callei, U.S.
Navy; Lt. Steven Fusswinkel, U. S. Navy; Captain Maureen Dooley,
U.S.M.C.; Lt. Col. A. J. Griffin, U.S.A.F.; Spc. Christopher Nevin,
U.S. Army; Pvt. Frank J. Pascale, U.S.M.C.; Cpt. Ryan Harmon, U.S.
Army; Sgt. William T. Heritage, U.S. Army; CWS3 Pablo Cheveres,
U.S. Army;1st Lt. Steven R. Liguori, Jr., U.S. Army; L. Cpl. Brendan
Hennessy, U.S.M.C.; Maj. Gregory John Mueller, USMC; Cpt. Justin
Gill, U.S. Army Aviation; Cpt. Brian Peterson, U.S.A.F.; R.C.T Kenneth Alexander Arrigale, U.S.M.C.; L.Cpl. Christopher Aubin,
U.S.M.C.
IMPORTANT: Please be kind enough to contact Lynn at the
Rectory if you would like your loved ones removed from or added
to our Prayer List .
2015-2016 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT RE-REGISTRATION
For: ALL RETURNING STUDENTS IN
GRADES 2 THROUGH 6
Re-registration forms were mailed to you several
weeks ago. Please return ALL FORMS AND FEES as soon
as possible in the postage free envelope provided in your
packet. Fall classes are now being formulated.
RESPECT LIFE COMMITTEE…
—To the Academy for Life: Abandonment is the Worst
Affliction for the Elderly
Vatican City, 5 March 2015 (VIS) - “Palliative care expresses
the typically human attitude of caring for each other, especially
for those who suffer. It is the demonstration that the human
person always remains precious, even when elderly or afflicted
by illness. Indeed, the person is in any circumstance valuable
to himself and to others, and loved by God. Therefore, when
life becomes very fragile and the end of earthly life comes
close, we feel the responsibility to look after and accompany
the person in the best way possible,” said the Pope this morning, as he received in audience the members of the Pontifical
Academy for Life, on the occasion of their general assembly
on the theme “Assisting the Elderly and Palliative Care.”
(Reprinted from ddvc.org on Mar. 15, 2015)
WORLD YOUTH DAY
KRAKOW, POLAND (2016)
July 24, 2016 — August 2, 2016
“Blessed are the merciful, they shall obtain mercy.”
What is World Youth Day? It is an ongoing pilgrimage of faith for our youth and young adults. The experiences
our young people have during this pilgrimage are lifechanging experiences of faith that ultimately lead them closer
to Christ Jesus. It is not a mission that lasts just a day or a
week — it is part of a lifetime journey of faith! Join the Diocese of Rockville Centre as we journey together with 206
Tours to Krakow for WYD 2016!
To register you must be at least 15 years old on or
before July 23, 2016. For more information or to register,
please contact either Mairanne Sheridan, Director for Youth
and Your Adults at [email protected] or Yaritza from 206
Tours at [email protected].
—REMINDER: RETURN ALL FILLED BABY BOTTLE
STO THE BASKETS AT THE DOORS OF THE
CHURCH
THIS WEEKEND!!! THANK YOU!!!
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TIME, TALENT & TREASURE
LET US WELCOME
OUR NEW PARISHIONERS
This Week’s Stewardship of Time and Talent
In gratitude for God’s gifts of time and talent to use, we gratefully salute our Arts & Environment Committee.
William & Jennifer Alicea
Christopher & Jennifer DiMaio
Crystal DiMarco
Regina Francavilla
Sean & Diane Kret
Christopher Luldwikowski
Fernando & Lisa Sangurima
Jeffery & Stephanie Walker
Stewardship Thought for the Week
“If anyone would serve Me,” says Jesus in today’s gospel,
“let him follow Me; where I am, there will My servant be.” In
what ways is Jesus inviting me to follow Him? What service
is He asking of me?
Parish Sacrificial Giving1
Collection from last weekend:
$12,536.00
Collection from the same weekend last year: $14,507.00
MARRIED 50 YEARS OR
MORE…
Thank you for your generosity to your parish.
This spring, couples that have been married fifty years or more will be honored at liturgies
on Sunday, April 19th at the Church of St. Lawrence the Martyr in Sayville and on Sunday, April 26th at the
Church of Maria Regina in Seaford. Both liturgies will begin
at 2:30PM. Couples may register for ONE liturgy. Registration forms and complete instructions can be obtained at Our
Lady of Peace Rectory. Registration must be received by the
Office of Worship a few weeks before the liturgies, therefore
please complete the form and return it to our Rectory by
April 1st if you are going to the April 19th liturgy and by
April 7th for the April 26th liturgy. There will be additional
celebrations in the fall for those who may find that more convenient. If you have any questions you may call (516) 6785800, Ext. 207.
2015 CATHOLIC MINISTRIES
APPEAL UPDATE
as of March 10, 2015
NEW PARISH GOAL: $83,l00
AMOUNT PLEDGED TO DATE: $40,925
AMOUNT PAID TO DATE: $20,329
NUMBER OF GIFTS: 125
Thanking you always for your sacrifice to the
Catholic Ministries Appeal which helps so many.
NEW OPTION FOR SENIOR LIVING
Harvest Park, 33 Flower Ave., Floral Park, NY is a
positive option or independent seniors. Home for eight (65+)
who choose the fullness of living in companionship enjoying
nutritious meals, private bedroom, common living space to be
with friends. Conveniently located to shopping, places of
worship, library, restaurants, public transportation and
more… For more information please call (516) 496-9796.
Directed by the Sisters of St. Dominic and run by the
Emmaus House Foundation.
OLP YOUTH GROUP
NEWS!! WE MEET ON
FRIDAYS!
All 7th through 12th Graders
You didn’t join our Youth
Group yet?? Come to the Parish House
(20 Nieman Ave.) the first and third Fridays of
every month from 7PM to 9PM. Bring a friend!
For more information email us at
[email protected]
DIVINE MERCY EXPLAINED
THE MESSAGE AND THE DEVOTION
“Divine Mercy Explained,” presented by Fr. Hugh
Gillespie, SMM on Thursday, March 26th at 7:30PM at the
Parish of St. Agnes Cathedral, Parish Center (Lower Hall), 29
Quealy Pl., Rockville Centre, NY.
Diving Mercy Explained—The Message and the Devotion
♦ The Chaplet
♦ Novena
♦ Hour of Mercy
♦ Indulgences
♦ Divine Mercy Sunday (April 12, 2015)
Inquiries should be directed to Mary Tierney (516) 375-0738.
LEAVING A LEGACY OF
FAITH
When you next up-date your estate
plans, please consider continuing your lifelong stewardship by leaving a bequest to Our
Lady of Peace Parish. For more information,
or to receive a copy of an informational brochure please call
(516) 379-5210, Ext. 229.
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A NIGHT OF PRAYER, REFLECTION
AND SONG,
WITH STEVE ANGRISANO
TABOR RETREAT CENTER
60 Anchor Ave., Oceanside, NY
536-3004
Seeking Hope—Saturday, March 28th, 9:30AM to 3PM. Living in and with chaos we feel in our everyday lives, and the
fears evoked by it, can also move us to seek hope. Jesus says:
“Fear not, I AM.” In the time spend together we look at and
seek the silence. In that silence we hear the small voice
within, “I AM,” and we are led to hope. Donation: $50
(breakfast/lunch). Please call to make your reservation.
All Youth Are Invited to Attend!
Tuesday, March 31st at 7:30PM
St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School
1170 Montauk Hwy., West Islip
For details, call Richard Costa at (631) 587-8000
OUR LADY OF GRACE SPIRITUAL
CENTER
DOMINICAN VILLAGE
Dominican Village is an independent retirement community, assisted living residence and a respite care facility.
Contact us to schedule a tour at your convenience at (631) 842
-6091 or [email protected]. Or join us for an Open
House 1PM to 3PM : April 2nd, 11th, 16th, 25 or May 7th,
16th, 21st, 30th. Visit us online at www.dominicanvillage.org
29 Shelter Rock Rd.
Manhasset, NY (516) 627-9255
The center hopes to foster a deep awareness and appreciation of God’s unconditional love of and for all people. It
provides a warm, affirming, and peaceful environment for
people seeking to pray and discern, to confer and discuss, to
interact and study with others. Truly, it is a place apart, meant
to be shared.
—Monthly Offerings
Awareness in Prayer— Mondays: March 23, April 20, May
11th and June 22nd from 1PM to 2:15. We explore how we
can deepen our awareness of God, using the insights and practices of Anthony DeMello, SJ. Donation; $10.
Spiritual Book Club—Wednesdays: March 18, April 15,
May 13 and June 24 from 12:30PM to 2:15PM. Join us in
reading: The Gift of Years by Joan Chittister, OSB
—Other Programs
Living Your Strengths—Wed., April 1st Part I and Saturday,
May 2nd Part II (both from 9:30AM to 12:30PM. Unpack the
meaning of your top five strengths. Cost: $80.
More Spiritual Practices for a Centered Life—Wed., April
1st from 9:30AM to 3PM. Explore insights, meditations,
prayers and rituals that enable us to see the rich content of our
everyday lives and celebrate it. Cost: $50.
CATHOLILC CHARITIES’
OCEANSIDE SENIOR CENTER
...located at St. Anthony’s Parish, 80 Anchor Ave., Oceanside,
welcomes persons age 60 and over to their multipurpose, nonsectarian center. Hot meals are served daily with transportation provided in Oceanside, Island Park, Lynbrook, Baldwin,
Rockville Centre, East Rockaway and Valley Stream. Dancercise, Tai Chi, Zumba and Chair Yoga classes offered plus
game playing, parties and health screenings. For further information please contact Barbara at (516) 764-9792.
YOU’RE INVITED…
On Sat., April 25th at 7PM there will be “A Celebration in Song” honoring Hope House Ministries 35th Anniversary which will be held at St. Louis De Montfort RC Church,
Sound Beach, NY. Ireland’s favorite soprano, Kathryn Smith
will be joined by the Paddy Ryan Band, the Hibernian Festival
Singers and Emcee Mike McCormack. Tickets ate $20pp, and
may be purchased through Hope House Ministries (631) 9282377, Ext. 22.
SACRED HEART ACADEMY
Hempstead, NY
Lacrosse Clinic
Come learn from the best and the
brightest and experience play on our Four Sisters Field! Register online at
sacredheartacademyhempstead,org or call (516) 483-7383.
SUMMER CAMP
Girls entering 1st-9th Grades 9:00AM-12:00 Noon
July 13th-16th
Cost: $175
MOTHER OF THE YEAR CONTEST
MOMMAS House presents Mother of the Year
Contest and she could win both recognition for her achievements and fabulous prizes! Each nominee will receive a certificate for her nomination. A panel of judges will select the
top three winners. Winners will receive award and prizes and
will also be featured in our Newsletter and on our website.
Submit your nominations by April 24th and winners will be
selected by May 5th, 2015. $10 donation per nomination to
MOMMAS HOUSE. Nominations can be for living or deceased mothers. All proceeds of this event will go to
MOMMAS House Mother-Child Residences. Email
[email protected] for a Nomination Form.
“Peace demands the most heroic labor and the
most difficult sacrifice. It demands greater
heroism than war. It demands greater fidelity to
the truth and a much more perfect purity of
conscience.”
Thomas Merton
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