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OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE – NOVEMBER 23, 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.
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE – NOVEMBER 23, 2014
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MONTH-AT-A-GLANCE
DAY DATE
TIME
INTENTION
REQUESTED BY
Sat
11/22
4:30 PM Phyllis & Frank Raccuglia
Carollo Family
Sun
11/23
8:00 AM
Joseph Baffi
Bobbie Borriello
9:30 AM
Katherine Hauck
(18th Anniversary)
Her Grandchildren,
Greg & Linda Hauck
11:00 AM
Carol Ann Mitchell
DeSerio Family
12:30 PM
Carol McGuire
Chesta Dunigan &
Family
4:00 PM
Spanish Mass
6:30 PM
All Deceased Members of
Vincenzo Ianarelli &
Angela DiMarcello Families
11/24
9:00 AM
Maddalena Ficara
AnnMarie Termine
Tue
11/25
9:00 AM
Ralph J. Perricone
Ralph Perricone
Wed
11/26
9:00 AM
Living Celebration of
Wedding Anniversary of
Nick & Fran Esposito
Fran & Nick Espostio
Thu
11/27
7:00 AM
9:00 AM
Mass of Thanksgiving
Mass of Thanksgiving
Fri
11/28
9:00 AM
Joseph Cutugno
Fiorica & Olivo Families
Sat
11/29
9:00 AM
Roni Hewitt Sarconas &
Eddie Gahn
Joan DeSerio
4:30 PM
Patrick Agoglia
Jennifer & Anthony
Dimino
8:00 AM
Gloria McGowan
Mae & Bill Marsh
9:30 AM
George Vaz
All Members of
USAAAUC
11/30
CROSS ROAD FOUNDATION
COLLECTION
4th weekend after all Masses
Next Collection: November 22/23
FIRST FRIDAY
Mass-9:00 AM
Adoration/Benediction-9:30 AM
SCRIPTURE SHARING
Thursdays-7:30 PM-Rectory
Mon
Sun
FAMILY SUPPORT FOR LOVED
ONES ADDICTED TO DRUGS/
ALCOHOL
For more info, contact Gail Kross
@ 973-600-5301
11:00 AM
Ann Cardone
Barbara Cardone &
Family
12:30 PM
Sebastiano Croce
Wife & Children
4:00 PM
Spanish Mass
6:30 PM
The People of Our Parish
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: December 21
YOUTH GROUP (GRADES 6-12)
2nd & 4th Sun. after 6:30 PM Mass
Gym
Next Meeting: November 23
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
11/22 St. Cecilia
11/23 Our Lord Jesus Christ
11/24 St. Andrew Dung-Lac
11/25 St. Catherine of Alexandria
11/26
11/27
11/28
11/29 BVM
11/30
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.
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE – NOVEMBER 23, 2014
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Dear Brothers and Sisters,
LAST SUNDAY’S REFLECTIONS
Last Sunday’s Gospel spoke of talents which are gifts to us by God. Some of us have hidden talents while others hide their talents. Hidden talents must be made known. One must give these talents
their due place in life and accept them with humility, without being a hindrance to others. Hiding talents, on the other hand, is what the third man did. He dug a hole in the ground and buried his talents.
He was lazy to invest and work at it. Honing a talent requires sacrifice and dedication; otherwise, it
earns no return. The message of Jesus is that we use to the fullest the talents we have received.
END-OF-YEAR EVALUATIONS
There is a need for constant check: evaluation of our programs and projects. The end of the liturgical/church year is commencing. This is the time to take a closer look at our liturgies. We need the
collaboration of all parties. Concerted efforts are to be made; a lack of it results in the liturgy being
boring and loathsome. We need participation by all; missals and hymnals should be used to follow
readings, music and other activities. The use of the new missals is a passport to meaningful participation. Use it holding it in your hand during the entire Mass. We can either progress or regress. As for
Church decorations for festivities and social activities, the same people volunteer while others ignore
the call and show apathy. Volunteering is an opportunity to meet and mingle with other parishioners.
Please note the Christmas Outdoor Decorating Party has changed to Saturday, December 6th. With
regards to the Ministry Scheduling system, how many actually do use it? Has it proven a success?
Then why do so many miss their appointments? As everything else, our Religious Education program
must be evaluated. It should not be mere repetition. Perhaps it needs more creativity. We must devise
ways and methods to improve it. We need our personnel and resources for the implementation and
evaluation of all programs. How are we doing with the Attendance Cards? Once again, we need the
collaboration of all concerned to implement it. If there are problems, we should seek help and expertise from appropriate persons. I am meeting with the clergy, musicians and resourceful persons this
week. We cannot be complacent with our programs and schedules. I am aware that change is difficult
and may hurt some, but growth comes with pain. I shall let you know the outcome next week.
CHRISTMAS CONCERTS
There will be a Concert of Christmas music sung by award-winning Italian tenor, Michael
Castaldo and the chart-topping UK Soprano Rebecca Newman who will kick off the holiday season in
Staten Island on Sunday, November 30th at Notre Dame High School on Howard Avenue. Tickets are
on sale for $25 for general admission and $75 VIP seating and reception. For further details go to
http://brownpapertickets.com/event/884432. This concert will benefit various faith based and cultural
organizations in the New York area. They are giving back a 20% donation for every ticket sold. If you
prefer to call the Box Office, you can call 1-800-838-3006.
Staten Island’s Richmond Choral Society is presenting Franz Shubert’s beautiful Mass in Bflat
Major and living composer Stephen Chatman’s Carols of the Nativity, on Saturday, December 6th at
8 PM at Sacred Heart Church, 981 Castleton Avenue, S.I., NY. The program will end with a Community Christmas Carol sing-a-long. Please bring the children. Children under age of 12 years are free.
Call 718-448-3656 or visit at www.richmondchoral.com. Our very own Trish Calabrese and
Dr. Dorothy Matthews sing with the group that for over 60 years has been the reservoir of classical
composers’ Latin Masses on Staten Island.
May God bless you and your talents!
Fr. Frank
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE – NOVEMBER 23, 2014
Pray for the deceased
Let us remember all the faithful departed.
MEMORIAL OFFERINGS
BREAD & WINE
The People of Our Parish
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WEEKLY SACRIFICIAL OFFERING
November 17, 2013
$8,961
November 16, 2014
$8,509
Number of Envelopes
341
2014 MONTHLY CARDINAL’S APPEAL UPDATE
Our Goal: $70,000
To Date:
$62,295
Donors:
220
Have you made your pledge yet? It’s not too late.
PRAYER LIST FOR OUR SERVICE
MEN & WOMAN
SANCTUARY LAMP
The People of Our Parish
ALTAR CANDLE
The People of Our Parish
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 McNair 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 LaSorsa
Robin Rodolfo
Valerie Bertan
Mei Foo Liao
Barbara Rotunno
Chris Bessi
Joseph Liotine
Frances Rotunno
Dennis Castelli
Anthony Lodareo
Hayley Rusciano
Scott Conniff
Ralph Lucchese
Philip Russo
Rita Cowan
Scuoto Maisco
Patricia Savino
Joseph D’Angelo
Ed Malley
Timothy Singler
Ellen Derowski
Joseph Manfredi
Anna Socci
George Day
Joseph Mariconda
Shelia Sullivan
Josie Doty
Peter Marsh
Edward Svenningsen
Dennis Emperor
Ken McCall
Paul Taravella
Norene Emperor
Terence McGowan
Justin Too
Leopold Fleming
Laura Murillo
Aiden Truscelli
Nancy Flynn
Georgianna O’ Connor Josephine Winters
Ramona Fogelstrom Joan Orena
Dominick Yanchunas
Laura Grzeskowiak
Raymond Perry Jr.
Gail Yanchunas
Larry Hartnett
SPC Sean Pesce
Joseph Yasso
Nilda Peterson
THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
Rectory Office & School will be closed on
Thurs./Fri. - Nov. 27th/28th
WE WISH YOU A HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
Thanksgiving Day Masses: 7 AM & 9 AM
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
Jonathan Nunez
Hailey Elizabeth Salemi
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE
First Reading: Ezekiel 34:11-12, 15-17
This passage beautifully describes how the Lord God,
as shepherd, will tend his flock. He will rescue those
who are lost, bring back those who stray, heal the sick,
and “pasture” all.
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 28
Paul once again stresses the significance of Christ’s
resurrection in the total divine plan, emphasizing that
Christ’s rising means that those who believe in him will
also rise after death. Christianity, he argues, is meaningless if it concerns only this life on earth. In the end,
even death will be destroyed, and “God will be all in all.”
Gospel: Matthew 25:31-46
With words both poetic and vivid, Jesus tells the disciples that since he is present in all people, whatever
they do to “one of my least brothers” they do to him;
and whatever they fail to do to his “least,” they fail to do
to him.
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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
DE
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Mashed Potatoes
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!
CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN
DEVELOPMENT
This weekend’s collection for the CCHD
needs your help. CCHD was founded to
end the cycle of poverty throughout America by funding organizations that help individuals help
themselves. Defend human dignity. Take poverty
off the map. Please give to the CCHD collection.
THANKSGIVING TABLE PRAYER
O Gracious God, we give you thanks for your overflowing
generosity to us. Thank you for the blessings of the food we
eat and especially for this feast today. Thank you for our
home and family and friends, especially for the presence of
those gathered here. Thank you for our health, our work and
our play. Please send help to those who are hungry, alone,
sick and suffering war and violence. Open our hearts to your
love. We ask your blessing through Christ your son. Amen.
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE – NOVEMBER 23, 2014
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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.
PARISH OUTDOOR DECORATING PARTY
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6th
10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Bring an ornament for our Outdoor Christmas Tree and
join us in front of the Church for Christmas Carols, Hot
Chocolate & Cookies.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! All children & adults are
welcome for decorating & set up of our OUTDOOR
CHRISTMAS TREE, OUTDOOR CRECHÉ and
OUTDOOR CHRISTMAS LIGHTS.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Sunday Ez 34:11-12, 15-17; 1 Cor 15:20-26, 28;
Mt 25:31-46
Monday Rv 14:1-3, 4b-5; Lk 21:1-4
Tuesday Rv 14:14-19; Lk 21:5-11
Wednesday Rv 15:1-4; Lk 21:12-19
Thursday Rv 18:1-2, 21-23, 19:1-3, 9a; Lk 21:20-28
Friday Rv 20:1-4, 11—21:2; Lk 21:29-33
Saturday Rv 22:1-7; Lk 21:34-36
BLOOD DRIVE
Date: Sunday, December 7th
Place: School Gym
Time: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
50/50 CLUB
The November 50/50 is now in progress.
Donation to enter: $5
REMEMBER….YOU HAVE TO BE IN IT TO WIN IT!