DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA IN ROME – NOVEMBER 9, 2014 Church of Our Lady Help of Christians A Roman Catholic Faith Community in Tottenville Since 1898 We extend a WARM WELCOME to families and individuals who are new to our Parish. Please register at the Rectory so that we can be of service to you. We encourage you to fully participate in our parish life. PARISH 7396 Amboy Road, Staten Island, NY 10307 RECTORY OFFICE 718-317-9772 FAX NO. 718-317-0038 Pastor Fr. D. Francis Dias Parochial Vicar Fr. R. D. J. Sylvester Ranasinghe Deacons Deacon Richard Salhany Deacon John Singler Part-Time Employees Parish Secretary Mrs. Ninfa Chiarello (M-T-F) [email protected] Parish Secretary Mrs. Mary C. Zammit (T-W-TH) [email protected] Parish Secretary Mrs. Maria B. Byrnes (W-TH-F) [email protected] MINISTRY TO THE SICK AND HOMEBOUND Anointing of the Sick Call the Rectory at any time. Communion to the Homebound Please call the Rectory to make arrangements for those homebound or hospitalized. Sick List Please update us monthly. SCHOOL 23 Summit Street, Staten Island, NY 10307 718-984-1360 FAX NO. 718-966-9356 Principal Mr. Michael J. Saldarelli Admin. Assistant Mrs. Jamie L. McCue School Secretary Mrs. Maria Geloso RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE 23 Summit Street, Staten Island, NY 10307 718-227-2441 FAX NO. 718-966-9356 CRE Mrs. Marie T. Dunigan Part-Time Administrative Support Staff Mrs. Patricia M. Dresch MASS SCHEDULE SEPTEMBER-JUNE SATURDAY EVENING VIGIL 4:30 PM Family Mass SUNDAY 8:00 AM 9:30 AM Family Mass 11:00 AM 12:30 PM 4:00 PM Spanish Mass 6:30 PM SPONSOR CERTIFICATES Individuals must come in person to see priest on duty. JULY-AUGUST SATURDAY EVENING VIGIL 4:30 PM SUNDAY 8:00 AM 10:00 AM 12:00 PM 4:00 PM Spanish Mass 6:30 PM Website: www.olhcparish.org WEEKDAYS (ALL YEAR) 9:00 AM PRIVATE PRAYER The Church is open weekdays until 7:00 PM in the evening, for personal prayer and meditation. SACRAMENTS Reconciliation Saturdays at 9:30 AM as well as twentyfive minutes before every weekday and weekend Masses. Baptisms Every Sunday at 2:00 PM. Please call the Rectory to make an appointment to speak with a priest. Baptism instruction classes for parents are held on the first Saturday of the month, in the lower church, at 11:00 AM. Marriage Couples should call the Rectory to arrange a meeting with a priest or deacon at least six months in advance of their wedding. RCIA A series of classes presenting a deeper exploration of Catholic faith for adults which prepares them to make a conscious choice to receive the sacraments of Baptism, First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Please call the rectory. DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA IN ROME – NOVEMBER 9, 2014 Pg. 2 MONTH-AT-A-GLANCE DAY DATE TIME INTENTION REQUESTED BY Sat 11/08 4:30 PM John Eckert Eckert Family Sun 11/09 8:00 AM Patricia Brown Colleen & Jim Meehan 9:30 AM The People of Our Parish 11:00 AM 4:00 PM Spanish Mass 6:30 PM Memorial Mass For All Those Who Died In Oct. Porto Family FIRST FRIDAY Mass-9:00 AM Adoration/Benediction-9:30 AM SCRIPTURE SHARING Thursdays-7:30 PM-Rectory Mon 11/10 9:00 AM All Souls Novena Tue 11/11 9:00 AM Josephine & Anthony Cicolello Fran & Nick Esposito Wed 11/12 9:00 AM Jose Vincent Arias Gallo Family Thu 11/13 9:00 AM Lawrence Jensen His Family Fri 11/14 9:00 AM Assunta & Alesandro Marrocco Maria Marrocco Sat 11/15 9:00 AM Ferdinando Marrocco (5th Anniversary) His Family 4:30 PM Narda Modzelewski Marie, Frank & Diana Ragusa 8:00 AM John Ruffino Antonio & Manuela Ferreira 9:30 AM Lawrence Jensen Barbara O’ Shea 11:00 AM Lawrence Jensen Deacon John & Judy Singler 12:30 PM Jenna Cruz Jacquelyn & David Cruz 4:00 PM Spanish Mass 6:30 PM Frank Kinkopf 11/16 CROSS ROAD FOUNDATION COLLECTION 4th weekend after all Masses Next Collection: November 22/23 All Souls Novena 12:30 PM In Memory of Ann & Mike Porto Sun ADDICTION SUPPORT For more info, contact Gail Kross @ 973-600-5301 Kinkopf Family ST. EDWARD FOOD PANTRY COLLECTION 1st weekend after all Masses Next collection: December 6/7 THIRD ORDER OF MARY 3rd Sun. after 12:30 PM Mass-Gym Next Meeting: November 16 YOUTH GROUP (GRADES 6-12) 2nd & 4th Sun. after 6:30 PM Mass Gym Next Meeting: November 9 ZUMBA Gym For scheduling info, contact Cathy Cataletto @ 917-829-1402 or e-mail: [email protected] THE SAINTS OF THE WEEK Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 11/08 BVM 11/09 11/10 St. Leo the Great 11/11 St. Martin of Tours 11/12 St. Josaphat 11/13 St. Frances Xavier 11/14 11/15 St. Albert the Great 11/16 If a weekend Mass is being offered for a family member, please let a priest or usher know if you wish to bring up the gifts. DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA IN ROME – NOVEMBER 9, 2014 Pg. 3 Dear Brothers and Sisters, PPC MEETING The usual PPC meeting took place at 7 PM last Monday in the meeting room. There were three absentees and two excused. The Annual Financials of 2014 will be published shortly. Afterwards, there was an open PPC meeting. Thirty parishioners attended. Mr. Kalid from Bethlehem Crafts talked about the Pilgrimage to the Holy Land. It is a 9-10 day tour for a group of 25. The cost is $3,000. He will address the congregation if and when we decide. After an introduction of last month’s meeting minutes of the PPC by me, the floor was open for discussion and suggestions. One of the topics of discussion was the Liturgy for Children and Families. The Religious Education and school teachers need to remind students to participate in what is open to them, processions, readers, ushers and readers. Adults do cooperate-there have been positive signs. More cooperation is needed from liturgical musicians: we need children-friendly hymns. A suggestion came that we should open this to the other Masses as well, not just the Children and Family Masses. It was also suggested to keep the Summer Mass Schedule throughout the year. The elimination of one Mass caused a heated debate; a decision will be made later on by the pastor. The Spanish Mass is a welcome idea. There has been an increase of Latinos in Sacramental and Religious Education Classes. On December 12, we will celebrate Our Lady of Guadalupe with Vespers and feast with mariachis, etc. We will find a place in Church to place a Statue of Our lady of Guadalupe. I asked for a critique of current liturgies: there were no comments. All seem to be satisfied with homilies, style, length, etc. Dialogue-type homilies are to commence shortly. There has been a lack of and missing of Altar Servers. Why is this? It is not so in other churches. The larger the Mass attendance, the more willing children will be to become altar servers. It is the feeling of many that the MS Pro Scheduler system does not work. It assigns ministers, but they have to find subs themselves. Maybe that is the underlying cause. Don’t forget the reward at year-end is a trip to Dorney Park. The Rosary Poster Contest was a success. Participants will receive their prizes in the classrooms. Certificates of Appreciation will go to all. Congratulations to the winners-Kindergarten: Sarah Cook; First Grade: 1st Place-Emma Rinaldi, 2nd PlaceElliea Katranakis, 3rd Place-Santina Corso; Second Grade: 1st Place-Julianna Glover, 2nd Place-Kayla Marabello, 3rd Place-Lucas Rapaglia; Third Grade: 1st Place-Juliana Vita, 2nd Place-Gianna Gomoka, 3rd Place-Jennifer Greenfield; Fourth Grade: 1st Place-Anthony Vasile, 2nd Place-Angelina Ochoa, 3rd Place-Sean Gaynor; Fifth Grade: 1st Place-Victoria Parnese, 2nd Place-Cristina Diaz, 3rd Place-Hailey Bischoff; Sixth Grade: 1st Place-Jill Greenfield, 2nd Place-Victoria Oricchio, 3rd Place-Emily Meeks; Seventh Grade: 1st Place-Erin Toth, 2nd Place-Victoria Di Marco, 3rd Place-Alexa Geloso; Eighth Grade: 1st Place-Tonianne Bartocci, 2nd Place-Annanna Frontera, 3rd PlaceKatrina Mc Coy. As far as the the Card System, teachers and catechists must make sure students get it in class. There seems to be confusion in some minds. But for the most part it works. Morality classes by Deacon Singler are going well. Mass attendance is a must for all students, especially those receiving the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Holy Communion and Confirmation. The Golf Outing Committee suggested we honor Grace and John Killeen. The suggestion is accepted; we will work on the naming of it. Overall it was a very productive meeting. MAKING ALL THINGS NEW Last Sunday, Cardinal Dolan announced the decisions on parish mergers and closures that were made based on the recommendations that had been presented to him. The goal of Making All Things New was simple: to ensure that all parishes of the Archdiocese of New York are active, vibrant communities of faith. Although our parish was not affected directly, we will continue to work together more collaboratively within our cluster in providing services and ministries. GREENHOUSE DEMOLITION The plans for bidding are available. Please call or e-mail Scott A. Robinson, who is overseeing this project. His phone number is 914-476-1058. His e-mail address is [email protected]. Please contact Scott no later than Tuesday, November 11th; otherwise, you will not be allowed to bid. Scott will then be in touch with you regarding all necessary paperwork. A bid walk-through will take place the following week. ST. EDWARD FOOD PANTRY The St. Edward Food Pantry located at 6581 Hylan Blvd. is looking for volunteers. The Food Pantry is open for services on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Volunteers will be helping clients with their food choices from the pantry’s shelves. The Food Pantry serves people from all over Staten Island. If you are interested in putting in a few hours once a month, please call the rectory. OLHC volunteer coordinator, Greg Hauck, will coordinate scheduling, including a one-hour in-service training session. St. Edward Food Pantry is also looking for people to assist with fundraising, which will help operating costs and purchase food for their clients. If you are interested and have ideas, please contact the Food Pantry office at 718-984-1625. God bless you! Fr. Frank DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA IN ROME – NOVEMBER 9, 2014 Pray for the deceased Let us remember all the faithful departed especially…..Anna Bobin Anthony R. Galligano George W. Mac Donald Thomas J. Orefice MEMORIAL OFFERINGS BREAD & WINE Jesus Candelas Req. by Elizabeth Candelas SANCTUARY LAMP The People of Our Parish ALTAR CANDLE The People of Our Parish Pg. 4 WEEKLY SACRIFICIAL OFFERING November 3 2013 $9,176 November 2, 2014 $9,218 Number of Envelopes 350 2014 MONTHLY CARDINAL’S APPEAL UPDATE Our Goal: $70,000 To Date: $58,510 Donors: 208 Have you made your pledge yet? It’s not too late. PRAYER LIST FOR OUR SERVICE MEN & WOMAN Andrew S. Aswad SC Anthony Manetta Africa David Baggs NY Mark Philip Martino US Army Thomas Brown LA Mason Morgante NC Raquel Caramanno CA Ronald Mc Nair Afghanistan Raymond Conde Afghanistan Cody Robinson CA Cassandra Facciponti West Point Shawn Robinson WA ALTAR FLOWERS The People of Our Parish PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK OF THE PARISH Aubrey George Kerber John Placente Joan Bartenhagen Rafael Laskowski Anna Marie Reinthaler Ronnie Benitez Maria La Sorsa Robin Rodolfo Valerie Bertan Joseph Liotine Barbara Rotunno Chris Bessi Anthony Lodareo Frances Rotunno Dennis Castelli Ralph Lucchese Hayley Rusciano Scott Conniff Scuoto Maisco Philip Russo Rita Cowan Ed Malley Patricia Savino Joseph D’Angelo Joseph Manfredi Timothy Singler Ellen Derowski Joseph Mariconda Anna Socci George Day Peter Marsh Shelia Sullivan Josie Doty Ken Mc Call Edward Svenningsen Dennis Emperor Terence Mc Gowan Paul Taravella Norene Emperor Rita Moog Justin Too Leopold Fleming Laura Murillo Aiden Truscelli Nancy Flynn Joan Orena Josephine Winters Ramona Fogelstrom Raymond Perry Jr. Dominick Yanchunas Laura Grzeskowiak SPC Sean Pesce Gail Yanchunas Larry Hartnett Nilda Peterson Joseph Yasso VETERANS’ DAY-TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11th Rectory office will be closed. Brian P. Fleming Germany Nicholas Singler CA Michael Ievolo Afghanistan Greg Tegan IL We welcome into the Christian Community of OUR LADY HELP OF CHRISTIANS Kieran Flynn Dobrin Angelina Mikail DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA IN ROME First Reading: Ezekiel 47:1-2, 8-9, 12 This reading from the Prophet Ezekiel tells of the streaming, healing waters that flow from the temple. These waters restore life to the river’s inhabitants as well as the fruit bearing trees along its banks. It is believed that the water signifies blessings, whereas the lack of signifies trouble, hardship. Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:9c-11, 16-17 Paul compares us to a building whose foundation has been laid by Jesus. As the people of God, we can only be solid if we are grounded in Christ. Gospel: John 2:13-22 Near the time of Passover, Jesus went up to Jerusalem and saw the temple had become a marketplace. He became angry and proceeded to drive out the vendors and livestock. Jesus spoke of destroying the temple and rebuilding it in three days. The Jews did not know Jesus was speaking of his body, but when his resurrection from the dead came to pass, his disciples remembered what Jesus had said and came to believe the Scripture and the word Jesus had spoken. DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA IN ROME – NOVEMBER 9, 2014 Pg. 5 OLHC 8th Annual Dorothy Day Thanksgiving Dinner for the Needy OLHC, in collaboration with Project Hospitality, will be hosting/serving THANKSGIVING DINNERS for the needy at the CYO Center (120 Anderson Ave., Port Richmond) on Thanksgiving Day The following are needed for our Thanksgiving Outreach PLEASE CONTACT THE RECTORY @ 718.317.9772. Prepared Food Items: *TURKEY* Pork Roast Rice/Rice & Beans D E D Mashed Potatoes NEE Green Beans Corn Cranberry Sauce Prepared food is to be brought to OLHC gym on Thanksgiving morning. Please bring food “hot” in aluminum 1 /2 trays . All meat should be sliced. Other Food Items: Fresh Fruit Cornbread/Rolls Gravy (cans or jars) Box Drinks Candy/Cakes (Individually wrapped) Tableware: Paper Plates, Cutlery Napkins, Tablecloths Craft Items: Crayons, Markers, Construction Paper, Paper lunch bags, decorations. Volunteers: SUNDAY 11/23 AFTER 9:30 MASS Food Sorters Children’s Crafts THANKSGIVING DAY: Drivers (9:30 AM) Shift 1 (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM) Set up and Serve Table Captains Shift 2 (12:00 - 2:00 PM) Serve & Clean up Table Captains IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SIGN UP FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SIGN UP SHEETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER ALL MASSES THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT! CLOTHING ITEMS TO BE COLLECTED: “NEW” HATS/GLOVES/SCARVES, SWEATS—ALL SIZES—WORK GLOVES SCHEDULE OF EVENTS DROP OFF WEEKEND ~ Nov. 22/23 (after all Masses in School Gym) Thanksgiving Day Non-Perishable Food Items, Food Drive Items (Clothing Drive Items, Paper Goods & Candy SUNDAY NOVEMBER 23rd AFTER THE 9:30 MASS Children’s Craft Day & Drop Off of Non-Perishable Food Items, Candy & Clothing THANKSGIVING DAY ~ Nov. 27th 9:00 AM Thanksgiving Day Mass - Church 9:30 AM Thanksgiving Dinner Drop off - School Gym ` 10:00 AM Transport Food & Clothing to CYO Center in Port Richmond 10:30- 12:00 PM: 1st Shift of Servers/cleanup! 12:00 2:00 PM: 2nd Shift of Servers May God Bless you & your families for contributing to this special ministry! 50/50 CLUB The November 50/50 is now in progress. Donation to enter: $5 Congratulations to October’s winner, Barbara Solan, who won $286.50 REMEMBER….YOU HAVE TO BE IN IT TO WIN IT! OLHC PRESENTS NIGHT AT THE RACES FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14th 7:30 PM SCHOOL GYM EVENT TICKETS ARE $30 PER PERSON EACH EVENT TICKET INCLUDES: HEROES, PASTA, SODA, WINE, COFFEE, DESSERT There will also be a 50/50 and BASKET RAFFLES Please return flyer stub with payment to the rectory or school office-Attention: Jacqueline Jacknow DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA IN ROME – NOVEMBER 9, 2014 Pg. 6 R.C.I.A. CLASS FORMING: 18 YEARS AND OLDER The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process by which adults become members of the Roman Catholic Faith. The formation process is directed at those adults who have missed a Sacrament along the way or those from other faiths that have a calling to the Roman Catholic Faith. The culmination of the formation process takes place at the Easter Vigil where the Rites of the Sacraments (Baptism, Communion or Confirmation) are administered. The Classes are offered weekly beginning in December and continue through the Easter Season. If you would like further information, please leave a message for Deacon Richard or Dr. Constance Salhany at the Rectory (718) 317-9772. TOURING TUESDAY Visit OLHC School from 9-11 AM on our next Touring Tuesday, November 18th or call to schedule a tour at 718-984-1360. ST. JOHN’S UNIVERSITY OPEN HOUSE Staten Island Campus Saturday, November 22nd from 9:30 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Register online at stjohns.edu/RedEvents. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Sunday Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12; 1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17; Jn 2:13-22 Monday Ti 1:1-9; Lk 17:1-6 Tuesday Ti 2:1-8, 11-14; Lk 17:7-10 Wednesday Ti 3:1-7; Lk 17:11-19 Thursday Phlm 7-20; Lk 17:20-25 Friday 2 Jn 4-9; Lk 17:26-37 Saturday 3 Jn 5-8; Lk 18:1-8 LETTERS TO OUR LOVED ONES A liturgy of prayer, consolation and comfort SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15 @ 10:30 AM Church of Our Lady Of Pity (1616 Richmond Avenue) People should write letters to loved ones who have died. Each letter should be placed in a sealed envelope and brought to the church and placed in a basket. After the liturgy, the basket will be carried outside and placed into a fire. The flames burn away our sadness and transforms the messages to our loved ones into the smoke which carries these thoughts and prayers up to heaven. PARISH YOUTH GROUP BAKE & CANDLE SALE NOVEMBER 8th & 9th (after all Masses)