November 16, 2014 Page 1 Monday, November 17th 8:00 a.m. Giovannina & Pasquale Bicchetti Good stewards are like the industrious and reliable servants in today’s Gospel, prudently using and multiplying the gifts entrusted to them by God. Tuesday, November 18th 8:00 a.m. Michael Cash Wednesday, November 19th 8:00 a.m. The People of the Parish Thursday, November 20th 8:00 a.m. Phil J. Mayer Friday, November 21st 8:00 a.m. Francis Malek Saturday, November 22nd 5:00 p.m. Sal Sanimarco (1st Anniversary) 7:00 p.m. Hispanic Community Sunday, November 23rd 8:00 a.m. The Albanese Family 10:00 a.m. Mort & Moira Downing 11:30 a.m. Marie Murphy (1st Anniversary) Vicky Affrunti, Ryan Armstrong, Rose Bennett, Michele Bischoff, Baby: Darian James Bogin, John Bradley, Virginia Cantino, Raleigh Capozzi, Mary Cianca, Mary St. John Clark, Anne Keily-Cohen, Gary Dardia, Donald Dardi, Charlie Fertitta, Rae De Franco, Michael DiLeo, Robert Dishuc, Patrick Finnegan, Kathryn Giulitti, Kathleen Grace, Florence Gramarossa, Marie Hayes, Kevin Jaye, Michael Katz, Kathleen Lewis, Rita Marchese, Andy & Ronnie Mosby, Angela Mazzella, Norma Mazzeo, Katherine Mitchelle, Melba Molson, Don Mochwart, Charles Murphy, Jesse Nesbit, Brent Nelson, Bob O’Brien, Philip Occhipinte, George O’Krepkie, John Orr, Glenn Petersons, Gia Pometta, Harold Poole, Nancy Scialpi, Diana Schmeltzer, Justin Simeon, Jim Simonsen, Amy Smith, Eileen Smith, Joan Smith, Linda Crum Smith, Tess Smith, Angela Starchich, Francis St. John, Annie Tolentino, Carlos Torres, Marilyn Zahn-Veritzan, Mary Whol, Andrew Wykowski and all who are homebound or have special needs. ͻǣ̈́ͶǡͳͻͷǤͲͲ Thank you for your generous sacrificial giving! Your faithful sacrificial giving each week helps Our Lady of Fatima to continue our Pastoral Ministries and care for our parish buildings. Thank you for your generosity and support, Fr. Steve Mass Schedule November 22nd & November 23rd Saturday: Sunday: 5:00 PM ~ Fr. Steve 7:00 PM ~ Misa Hispana 8:00 AM ~ Fr. Steve 10:00 AM ~ Fr. Steve 11:30 AM ~ Fr. Steve November 16, 2014 Worship Readings for the Week Monday, November 17th x Revelation 1:1-4; 2:1-5 x Luke 18:35-43 Tuesday, November 18th x Revelation 3:1-6, 14-22 x Luke 19:1-10 Wednesday, November 19th x Revelation 4:1-11 x Luke 19:11-28 Thursday, November 20th x Revelation 5:1-10 x Luke 19:41-44 Friday, November 21st x Revelation 10:8-11 x Luke 19:45-48 Saturday, November 22nd x Revelation 11:4-12 x Luke 20:27-40 Sunday, November 23rd , 2014 ~ Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe First Reading: Ezekiel 34:11-12, 15-17 x The prophet Ezekiel speaks of a God who will shepherd his flock and judge between the rams and the goats. Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 28 x Saint Paul tells the Corinthians that at Christ’s coming he will hand over his kingdom to his Father.. Gospel Reading: Matthew 25:31-46 x In Saint Matthew’s Gospel today, Jesus describes how he, as shepherd, will recognize those who served him by serving the least among his family. The reflection question for this week is: In Jesus’ parable, the servants are accountable for the talents given to them. HOW CAN I USE BETTER THE TALENTS GOD HAS GIVEN ME? Page 2 x The SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK will be celebrated on SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23rd, at the 11:30 AM Mass. All are welcome to celebrate this sacrament of healing and forgiveness. x INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING DAY PRAYER – Our Community INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING PRAYER SERVICE will be celebrated on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26th, at 8:00 PM. This year OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH is the host faith community for the InterFaith Thanksgiving Prayer Service. All are welcome to this annual community Thanksgiving Prayer Service. Please bring a donation for the food pantries of the community. A free will offering will also be taken up during the Prayer Service. Refreshments and fellowship will follow the Prayer Service in the Parish Center. x Our ANNUAL BILINGUAL THANKSGIVING DAY MASS will be held on THURSDAY, NOVEMEBR 27th, at 10:30 AM. All are most welcome to join in the celebration of the Eucharist on Thanksgiving Day morning. Please bring along a donation of non-perishable food for Our Lady Fatima Food Pantry. Don’t forget that you are invited to write a prayer of Thanksgiving on one of the cutout leaves in the back of the church and place it in the basket on the weekend. It will be a part of our Thanksgiving Day celebration. x TAIZE PRAYER will be prayed on Sunday, December 7th, at 3:00 PM in the church. All are welcome to this time of prayer around the cross. x The LITURGY COMMITTEE will meet on TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9th, at 7:30 PM in the SACRISTY. x The ADULT CONFIRMATION GROUP will meet on MONDAY, DECEMBER 15th, at 7:15 PM in the Parish Office. Administration x FAITH DIRECT: With the busy times of Thanksgiving and Advent season right around the corner, enrolling in FAITH DIRECT today is a great November 16, 2014 way to ensure your gifts of treasure to Our Lady of Fatima parish are received even if you are out of town. Please pick up an enrollment form from the Parish office or email online at www.faithdirect.net. Our parish code is NY303. Already using Faith Direct? Don’t forget to add your Christmas and End of Year contribution to your account this fall. Thanks for your support and for using Faith Direct! x STEWARDSHIP – We demonstrate “Believing with Joy” when we thank God for the gift of one another. Thanks to all those who have so generously responded to this year’s financial stewardship renewal. May the testimony of our lips and the actions of our hands continue to make Christ known in our homes, in our neighborhoods, and in the hearts of all whom we meet on our life journey. x The PARISH LEADERSHIP COMMUNITY will meet on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMEBR 19th, at 7:30 PM in the Parish Center. x SECOND COLLECTION – Next weekend, we will take up the Collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development which includes Home Missions (CCHD). CCHD was founded 40 years ago by the bishops of the United States when they realized that the lives of those in need would not improve until the systems and policies that keep people in poverty were changed. For 40 years, CCHD has funded community groups that seek justice and create lasting change. Fight poverty in America, defend human dignity, and give to the CCHD Collection. x The STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE will meet on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25th, at 7:30 PM in the SACRISTY. x The PARISH OFFICE will be closing at Noon on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26th, for THANKSGIVING. The PARISH OFFICE will be closed on NOVEMBER 27th, Thanksgiving Day and on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28th. The PARISH OFFICE will be open on Saturday, November 29th from 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM and on Sunday, November 30th from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Page 3 x The COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE will meet on THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11th, at 7:00 PM in the PARISH OFFICE. x PASTORAL COUNCIL will meet on WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17th, at 7:30 PM in the RECTORY Community Life Dear Friends, This weekend we celebrate the Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. The Liturgical Year, also known as the Year of Grace, is quickly coming to fulfillment. On November 23rd, we will celebrate the Feast of Christ the King which marks the end of the Liturgical year. On the weekend of November 30th, we celebrate the First Sunday of the season of Advent! These past months have been a time of abundant grace and blessings as we have celebrated our 65th Anniversary Year. Many thanks to all those who worked so hard to make it a truly wonderful celebration! As we approach the end of our liturgical year I would like to take this opportunity to review some of the challenges and opportunities that lie before us in the coming months. First, I want to thank all those who have taken the time to return their commitment cards for our Annual Fall Stewardship Appeal. Just a few weeks ago when Frank Murphy, who is the chairperson of our Finance Council, spoke at Mass and presented the annual financial report he said words similar to these: “Our Lady of Fatima Parish is a small parish that does a lot.” Those words have stuck with me for these past few weeks. We are indeed a small vibrant parish, a community of faith that tries to live out our Mission Statement. He asked each of us to prayerfully consider our financial support of the parish for the upcoming year. He asked us to think about putting a few more dollars in the collection each week so that we can continue to November 16, 2014 provide the programs and pastoral care that is such an important part of our mission to proclaim the Good News and care for the people of God. Last week was Commitment Sunday when each of us was asked to return our Commitment Card for the coming year. Many thanks to all those who did return their Commitment Card. If you haven’t done so as yet, please do so in the coming week or two. It is incredible help to the parish when it comes to planning if we have an approximate idea of how much our parish can plan on receiving each week in our sacrificial giving so that we can plan ahead. Your financial support of the parish is of critical importance. Many thanks to all who have “taken a step” and increased their weekly offering and many thanks to all those who will ”stay the same” for the coming year. Second, I want to review where we stand with the Parish Drive for the completion of the renovation of our church, the expansion of our Social Ministry program, and our hope to expand our Faith Formation programs (Religious Education Programs) to include the use of technology for the youngsters who participate in our faith formation programs. We would also like to purchase new desks and chairs for the Parish Center. What have we done so far: 1. In our church we have replaced and restored all the stained glass windows. The old organ has been replaced, and the altar furnishings in the sanctuary have been refurbished. The exterior stucco walls have been repaired and repainted. The church roof has been replaced. 2. In our Parish Center we have repaired and repainted all the exterior walls. We have put a new floor in the Parish Center as well as new windows. Air conditioning has been added to the Parish Center. The interior of the building has been painted and the parish parking lot has been repaired and resurfaced. 3. In our Parish Outreach Office the space has been redesigned and refinished to Page 4 make it more efficient. A new air conditioning system has also been added. A lot of work has been done in these three areas of parish life, yet more has to be done in the coming months. It is our hope to complete the work which has begun in the church so that the church renovation project can be brought to completion. This includes the following: 1. New flooring in the church and in the wing. 2. New lighting throughout the church. 3. New pews in the main part of the church and new flexible seating in the wing of the church. 4. New flooring in the sanctuary and moving the organ out of the sanctuary. We also would like to move the baptism font so that it would be more visible to all. 5. Painting the ceiling and interior walls of the church. 6. Placing a handicapped accessible bathroom in the wing of the church, moving the reconciliation room into the wing area as well as the small room for families with small children. 7. Redesigning the rear wall of the sanctuary as well as the canopy over the altar. To accomplish all this we need your support. We have done so much and with your help we will be able bring these important undertakings to fulfillment. Third, I just want to remind you about some upcoming events that you might add to your calendars: 1. Our Fall Parish Retreat preparing for the Advent and Christmas season on Monday and Tuesday, November 17th & 18th, at 7:30 PM in the church. The theme will be SIMPLE HAPPINESS. These will be very enjoyable evenings. Our speaker will be Jim Ryan. 2. Our Inter-Faith Thanksgiving Prayer Service on Wednesday, November 26th, at 8:00 PM in Our Lady of Fatima Church and our Annual Bilingual Thanksgiving Day Mass at 10:30 AM on November 27th. 3. Our Annual Advent Wreath Making Evening will be held on FRIDAY, November 21st, at 6:30 PM in the Parish Center. November 16, 2014 As our Liturgical year comes to fulfillment and a new Liturgical year gets underway may the many blessings of our God fill you and all your loved ones! Peace, Fr. Steve x Page 5 Living Stewardship We are grateful this week for all stewards in our parish who seek to responsibly connect their faith in day-to-day activities, such as participating in community, school organization and other efforts. DVD FOR OUR 65th ANNIVERSARY – Please remember that if you ordered a DVD for our 65th ANNIVERSARY YEAR that you may pick up your copy in the Parish Office. x Our ANNUAL ADVENT WREATH MAKING EVENT is scheduled for FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21st, at 6:30 PM in the Parish Center. All are most welcome! The First Sunday of Advent will be on November 30th. x Our next HOSPITALITY SUNDAY will be on SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30th, following the celebration of Sunday Mass. Please come over to the Parish Center following Mass for some great desserts and fellowship. All are always welcome! x LOOKING AHEAD: Each year Our Lady of Fatima Parish sets aside a few days to prepare for the coming seasons of Advent and Christmas. Last year Fr. Jim Di Luzio, CSP, led us through three evenings centered on the gospel of Luke. This year Jim Ryan will be with us on NOVEMBER 17th and NOVEMBER 18th to prepare us for the Advent and Christmas season. Each evening will begin at 7:30 PM .The theme of the evenings is SIMPLE HAPPINESS. On Monday evening, Jim will focus on the EIGHT MARKS OF HAPPY PEOPLE. On Tuesday evening, Jim’s theme will be MANAGE YOUR THOUGHTS AND BEGIN TO LIVE HEAVEN ON EARTH. All are welcome. A free will offering will be taken up each evening Faith formation x The READING GROUP will meet on SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23rd, at 3:00 PM in the SACRISTY. The book for November is: THE BULLY PULPIT; THEODORE ROOSEVELT, HOWARD TAFT, AND THE GOLDEN AGE OF JOURNALISM by Doris Kearns Goodwin. x YOUTH MINISTRY UPDATE: As you know Our Lady of Fatima Parish, St. Aloysius Parish and St. Peter’s Parish are in the process of searching for a Youth Minister. Our three parishes are working with the Diocesan Office for Youth Ministry to develop a plan that would be beneficial to the youth of our three parishes. We will be meeting with the Parent Advisory Boards of our parishes in the coming weeks to invite their suggestions and insights. Our three parishes are committed to Youth Ministry and hope to develop a Youth Ministry that is appealing to the teens of all three parishes. Please continue to pray for our three parishes during this time of reflection on how to serve our teens. In addition to the teens of our parishes we are trying to look at ways that we might be able to involve our young adults in the lives of our parishes. St. Aidan Parish, 510 Willis Ave., Williston Park, NY, 11596 Spirituality For Singles - Monthly Singles ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Meets for a closed step meeting each Sunday at 7:00 PM in the Parish Center. Welcome to Life…- Gathering Saturday, Dec 6, 2014, 8:30PM, after the 7:30PM Mass Our Monthly gathering for singles; discussion, meditation, socialization. $5.00 donation - snacks, pizza and beverages will be served This Gathering will feature a special guest performance November 16, 2014 Page 6 Contact: Ray (516) 5616994 or [email protected] Outreach Parish Social Ministry FOOD PANTRY – Thank you to all those who have donated to Our Lady of Fatima Food Pantry. Please remember to check the expiration dates on all your donated items. -Toiletries are always welcome! - Thanksgiving Meals to the Homebound: If you will be alone or know someone who will be on Thanksgiving and would like a meal, please call Sister Kathy this week....883-3903 Please remember Thanksgiving Food Collection will be SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23rd. Please see flyer in the bulletin for more details. Lutheran Church 12 Franklin Avenue Port Washington, NY 11050 (516)767-0603 Annual Harvest Fair Saturday, November 22nd 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Free Parking at the LIRR Station Italian Grill, Deli & Bakery, Attic Treasures, Christmas Shoppe, Children’s New Clothing, Gently Used Clothing, Quality Vendors, Silent Auction, and Crafts CaringHands Corner In the readings today we acknowledge the gifts that God gave each and everyone of us no matter how small or large. Using our lips and our hearts to speak to God in prayer is one of the most precious gifts our Lord has offered us. Ten or Two can multiply in ways we can never imagine. So once again, I am asking you to accept the gift of prayer and use this gift for our Sick and Homebound and any other needs you may have for yourself. As a reminder, if you have a loved one or friend that need our prayers please call us. Some of our people do not want to be on the Fatima Focus list, this is their choice. Yet they have reached out to us for help so we add them to our CaringHands Prayer Chain and they will receive our handmade cards monthly only if they wish to be included. Count the number of people on the list and triple that number to have an idea of how many are suffering and are in such great need of our prayers. FAITHFUL USE OF ONE’S GIFTS WILL LEAD TO PARTICIPATION IN THE FULLNESS OF THE KINGDOM OF GOD. Become a link in the CaringHands Prayer Chain… Call Marge Walsh: (516)767-2936 or email: [email protected] The Diocese of Rockville Centre celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Priestly Ordination of Bishop William Murphy Sunday, November 30, 2014 12:30 pm Mass Cathedral of Saint Agnes Rockville Centre, New York His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan will be the homilist. November 16, 2014 All are invited to come and join Bishop Murphy in this Liturgy of Thanksgiving. UN MENSAJE DE NUESTRO PARROCO Queridos amigos, Este fin de semana celebramos el 33° Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario. El año litúrgico, conocido también como el Año de Gracia, está llegando rápidamente a su cumplimiento. El 23 de noviembre vamos a celebrar la fiesta de Cristo Rey que marca el final del año litúrgico. El fin de semana del 30 de noviembre se celebra el primer domingo de Adviento. Estos últimos meses han sido un tiempo de gracia abundante y bendiciones porque hemos celebrado el año de nuestro 65º Aniversario. Muchas gracias a todos los que trabajaron tan duro para hacerla una celebración verdaderamente maravillosa. Mientras nos acercamos al final de nuestro año litúrgico quiero aprovecharme de esta oportunidad para revisar algunos de los retos y oportunidades que tenemos por delante en los próximos meses. Primero, quiero dar las gracias a todos los que han tomado el tiempo para devolver sus tarjetas de compromiso para nuestra Campaña Anual de Co-Responsabilidad. Hace algunas semanas, Frank Murphy, quien es el presidente de nuestro Consejo de Finanzas, habló en las misas y presentó el informe financiero anual. Él dijo palabras similares a estas: "La Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Fátima es una pequeña parroquia que hace muchísimo." Esas palabras han quedado conmigo durante estas últimas semanas. Somos de hecho una pequeña parroquia dinámica, una comunidad de fe que trata de vivir nuestra declaración de Misión. Le pidió a cada uno de nosotros a considerar en oración nuestro apoyo financiero de la parroquia para el próximo año. Nos pidió que pensáramos en poner algunos dólares más en la colecta de cada semana para que podamos seguir ofreciendo los programas y la atención pastoral que es una parte muy importante de nuestra Page 7 misión de anunciar la Buena Nueva y cuidar del pueblo de Dios. La semana pasada fue el Domingo de Compromiso, cuando se nos pidió a cada uno de nosotros que devolviera la tarjeta de compromiso para el año que viene. Muchas gracias a todos los que la han devuelto. Si usted no lo ha hecho todavía, por favor, hágalo en las próximas dos semanas. Es una ayuda increíble a la parroquia si tenemos una idea aproximada de la cantidad que nuestra parroquia vaya a recibir cada semana para que podamos planificar el futuro. Su apoyo financiero de la parroquia es de importancia crítica. Muchas gracias a todos los que "han tomado un paso" y han aumentado su oferta semanal, y muchas gracias a todos que van a "seguir igual" para el próximo año. Segundo, quiero revisar dónde nos encontramos con la campaña parroquial para la finalización de la renovación de nuestra iglesia, la expansión de nuestro programa de Pastoral Social, y nuestra esperanza de ampliar nuestros programas de Formación en la Fe (programas de Educación Religiosa) para incluir el uso de tecnología para los jóvenes que participan en nuestros programas de formación en la fe. También nos gustaría comprar nuevos escritorios y sillas para el Centro Parroquial. ¿Qué hemos hecho hasta ahora: 1. En nuestra iglesia nos hemos reemplazado y restaurado todos los vitrales. El viejo órgano ha sido sustituido, y el mobiliario del altar en el santuario ha sido renovado. Las paredes exteriores de estuco estaban reparadas y repintadas. El techo de la iglesia ha sido reemplazado. 2. En nuestro Centro Parroquial hemos reparado y pintado todas las paredes exteriores. Hemos puesto un nuevo piso y nuevas ventanas en el Centro Parroquial. También hemos agregado aire acondicionado en el centro. El interior del edificio ha sido pintado y el estacionamiento parroquial ha sido reparado y tapado. 3. En nuestra Oficina de Outreach el espacio ha sido rediseñado y renovado para que sea más eficiente. Un nuevo sistema de November 16, 2014 aire acondicionado también se ha añadido. Mucho trabajo se ha hecho en estos tres ámbitos de la vida de la parroquia, pero hay más que hacer en los próximos meses. Es nuestra esperanza completar la obra que ha comenzado en la iglesia para que el proyecto de renovación de la iglesia sea llevado hasta su finalización. Esto incluye lo siguiente: 1. Piso nuevo en la iglesia y en el ala. 2. Nueva iluminación en toda la iglesia. 3. Nuevas bancas en la parte principal de la iglesia y nuevos asientos flexibles en el ala de la iglesia. 4. Piso nuevo en el santuario y mover el órgano fuera del santuario. También nos gustaría mover la pila bautismal para que sea más visible para todos. 5. Pintar el techo y las paredes interiores de la iglesia. 6. Colocar un baño, con acceso para los minusválidos, en el ala de la iglesia; pasando la sala de reconciliación en el área del ala; mover la sala de reconciliación y la sala para niños hasta el ala. 7. Rediseñar la pared posterior del santuario y el baldaquín sobre el altar. Para lograr todo esto necesitamos su apoyo. Hemos hecho tanto y con su ayuda podremos llevar estos proyectos importantes hasta su cumplimiento. En tercer lugar sólo quiero recordarles de algunos eventos que ustedes puedan agregar a sus calendarios: 1. Nuestro Retiro Parroquial del otoño, en preparación para la temporada de Adviento y la Navidad, el lunes y el martes, 17 y 18 de noviembre a las 7:30 PM en la iglesia. El tema será FELICIDAD SIMPLE. Estas serán ñnoviembre, a las 8:00 PM en la Iglesia 2. Nuestra Señora de Fátima y nuestra Misa Bilingüe el día de Acción de Gracias a las 10:30 de la mañana del 27 de noviembre. Nuestro Taller Anual para hacer Coronas de Adviento tendrá lugar el Viernes, 21 de noviembre, a las 6:30 pm en el Centro Parroquial. Page 8 Mientras nuestro año litúrgico se cumple y un nuevo año litúrgico se pone en marcha, que las muchas bendiciones de nuestro Dios les llene a ustedes y a todos sus seres queridos. Paz, P. Steve APOSTOLADO HISPANO Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de Fátima Declaración de Misión Parroquial Arraigados firmemente en nuestra tradición católica romana, nosotros, la parroquia de Nuestra Señora de Fátima, somos una comunidad de creyentes que acoge a todos, cuida de todos e incluye a todos. Intentamos dar evidencia del amor de Cristo para todos en nuestras vidas, en nuestra comunidad y en todo nuestro mundo. Nos esforzamos en continuar la misión de Jesús por medio del culto y por medio de nuestros programas de educación, espiritualidad y justicia social y en nuestro compromiso de corresponsabilidad de la vida parroquial. Somos una parroquia colaboradora, diversa y multicultural, dedicada a extenderse a todo el pueblo de, especialmente a los más necesitados. ¡Todos son bienvenidos a esta parroquia! ASISTENCIA PARROQUIAL SEMANALES – Por favor continúen ayudándonos y hagan un esfuerzo de traer al menos una lata de comida cuando vengan a la Misa. Harían una gran diferencia para nuestra despensa. Necesitamos tuna, salsa para espagueti, cereal, aceite, frijoles, lentejas, garbanzos, macarrón con queso, frutas y vegetales enlatados, arroz, mantequilla de maní, jugo. Mil gracias por su apoyo tan grande November 16, 2014 x NUESTRA MISA BILINGÜE ANUAL para el DÍA DE ACCIÓN DE GRACIAS se celebrará el Jueves, 27 de NOVIEMBRE, comenzando a las 10:30 AM. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! Por favor traiga al menos una donación para nuestra despensa de alimentos. No se olvide de anotar en una hoja de papel una breve oración en acción de gracias. Por favor, devuelva las hojas durante la colecta de las misas durante el mes de Noviembre. Las oraciones serán parte de nuestra celebración para el Día de Acción de Gracias y la Misa. x VOLUNTARIOS: Nuestra Iglesia está en necesidad de voluntarios para hacer Lectores, Ministros de Eucaristía, Acomodadores, y Monaguillos(as). También tenemos oportunidades para que sean miembro del Consejo Hispano. Por favor, llamar a José al 883-6910 para más información o puede pasar por la Rectoría de la Parroquia y hablar con el Padre Steve. Page 9 x SEGUNDA COLECTA: La próxima semana realizaremos la Colecta para la Campaña Católica para el Desarrollo Humano que incluye las Misiones Locales (CCHD, por sus siglas en inglés). Los obispos de los Estados Unidos fundaron CCHD hace 40 años cuando se dieron cuenta que la vida de los más necesitados no iba a mejorar hasta que se cambiase los sistemas y las políticas que mantienen a las personal en la pobreza. La CCHD, a lo largo de 40 años, ha financiado a grupos comunitarios que buscan justicia y producen cambios duraderos. Luche contra la pobreza en América. Defienda la dignidad humana. Contribuya a la Colecta de la CCHD. Cenacle Retreat Center 310 Cenacle Rd. Ronkonkome, New York, 11717. Phone (631)588-8366 November 21 & 23, 2014 – “STEPS 8 & 9 – RECOVERY FOR 12 STEP SPIRITUALITY” Church of Saint Mary 1300 Northern Boulevard Manhasset, NY 11030 (516)627-2711 Ext. 1081 office or email: [email protected] Sister Katie Hamm SC, a member of the Staff of LifeWay Network will be speaking at the Church of Saint Mary, Manhasset on Wednesday, November 19 at 7:30 PM. Her presentation will focus on the realities of trafficking women and children in our country. The mission of LifeWay Network is to provide safe housing for trafficked survivors and to raise public awareness of this problem. Human trafficking is a crime against humanity, which must be stopped before it threatens not only individuals, but also the values of our society. Please come to learn more about this critical issue. The Church of Saint Mary is located at 1300 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset NY. For more information or to R.S.V.P. for this presentation, please contact Sr. Teresa Raftery at (516)6270385. To learn more about the LifeWay Network, please visit www.lifewaynetwork.org Minimum 6 months recovery required. Presenters: Pamela J. Carlton, MT-BC, BoardCertified Music Therapist and Ann Schehr, LMHC, CRC Offering: $220 No Sunday lunch. $170 Commuters. ($50 required to hold your reservation.) Saturday, November22, 2014 starting at 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Maude Adams House, 9:30 a.m. arrivals and refreshments “HURRY AND WORRY: ENEMIES OF A WOMAN’S SOUL – A DAY OF SPIRITUAL RENEWAL FOR WOMEN” Presenter: Sr. Barbara Regan r.c. Offering: $50 includes lunch ($15 deposit required to hold your reservation.) Sunday, November 23, 2014 in the Retreat Center 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. arrivals and refreshments “THE ONE THING NEEDED – A Silent Afternoon of Prayer” Presenter: Sr. Kathryn Madden r.c., Joann Caramanico, Cenacle Staff Associate Offering: $35 ($15 deposit required to hold your reservation.) Dear Friends, It is the beautiful season when we recall our GIFTS! Being grateful for these involves recognition that they are gifts and that they are ours because of the goodness of God and not because of our own achievement. Recognizing this, we want to SHARE what we have been given with those who have less. As we have done in the past, our parish is preparing baskets of food to help those in need in our community enjoy a Thanksgiving Day Dinner. Once again, we ask for your help in doing this: 1. Bring any food items, from the suggested list below, to church with you the weekend of November 22ndand 23rd. You can drop the food off at the Parish Center after any Mass – except the 11:30 AM Mass on Sunday. At the 11:30 AM Mass it would greatly help us, if you would bring the food before Mass since we begin preparing the baskets at 12 Noon. 2. If you wish to make a cash donation, we would appreciate that as well. 3. Call Sr. Kathy if you can volunteer your time to prepare the baskets; beginning at 12 Noon (finished by 2pm) on Sunday, the 23th at the Center. Items Needed: Turkey/Turkey Voucher Dinner Rolls Butter or Margarine Stuffing Gravy Cranbeerry Sauce Tea & Coffee Potatoes Yams Rice Dessert Fresh Broccoli & Carrots Apples, Oranges, Tangerines Canned Vegetables
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