Pentecost Sunday May 24, 2015 MASS INTENTIONS In Your Prayers Please Remember The Sick and Hospitalized Members Of Our Parish Community Monday, May 25 ~ Weekday 9:00 am Rebecca Faidoo (d) Tuesday, May 26 ~ Saint Philip Neri, Priest 9:00 am Intentions of Peg & Mike Hannan (L) “25th Wedding Anniversary” Wednesday, May 27 ~ Weekday ~ Saint Augustine of Canterbury, Bishop 9:00 am Gene & Beth Gibbons (d) Matthew Amarante Carmel Carleo Theresa Carlisi Grace Donovan Michael Falcone Barbara Kretkowski Peter Levantino Kevin Ledwith Philomena O’Donnell Claire Parisi Marguerite Quinn Joan Thomson The names will remain for six consecutive weeks unless the Rectory Office is notified. Our Parishioners Serving In The Military Please keep all our Military and Support Personnel in your prayers especially: United States Air Force 1st Lt. William F. Cosgrove United States Navy LT Michael Annunziata Lt. Geoff Hendrick IC2 Bryanne Heim Iddings LTJG Ryan Patrick Mahon Thursday, May 28 ~ Weekday 9:00 am Maria Henrichis (d) Friday, May 29 ~ Weekday 9:00 am Midouin Turnier (d) United States Army Spc Andrew J. Baez Major Thomas Barrett Spc Lotachukwu Okoye United States Marine Corps L Cpl Kristofer Katzenberger CWO-4 Kris Kurrus “Lord, hold our troops in Your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. We ask this in the name of Jesus, Our Lord and Savior. Amen.” ************************* Please let us know if any of our Military and Support Personnel have returned home safely, so that we may update our prayer list. Saturday, May 30 ~ Weekday 9:00 am For all Mothers Living & Deceased Diane Gavin (d) Pilar Obina (d) 5:00 pm Gerard Mazurkiewicz (d) Pray for Priests Sunday, May 31 ~ The Most Holy Trinity 7:30 am Joan Shields (d) 9:30 am Bill Rhone (d) 11:00 am Gliceria Ramirez (d) 12:30 pm For Our Parishioners For all Mothers Living & Deceased Robert Fraissinet (d) Martin Kerner (d) 5:00 pm Howard Platner (d) God, our Father, please send us holy priests, all for the Sacred and Eucharistic Heart of Jesus, all for the Sorrowful and Immaculate Heart of Mary, in union with St. Joseph. We pray that the Blessed Mother wrap her mantle around your priests, and through her intercession strengthen them for their ministry. We pray that Mary will guide your priests to follow her own words, “Do whatever He tells you.” (Jn 2:5) May your priests be holy, filled with the fire of your love, seeking nothing but your greater glory and the salvation of souls. Amen. Reflection for next Sunday, May 31, 2015 The Most Holy Trinity First Reading: Deuteronomy 4:32-34, 39-40 (165B) Second Reading: Romans 8:14-17 Gospel: Matthew 28:16-20 “All power in Heaven and on earth has been given to me.” Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Rev. Thomas Pers Rev. Jose Quilcate Rev. Irinel Racos Rev. Gregory Rannazzisi Rev. David Regan Rev. Henry Reid For all Priests & Deacons Grant eternal peace to those whom You have called unto yourself, O Lord Thomas F. Caliendo Rosemary A. Hoppenhauer Joan Sulinski 1. How do you obey Jesus’ command to go and make disciples? 2. The Holy Trinity show the sharing, interdependent nature of God. Describe a time when you realized your need to share with and depend on others. 3. When have you found comfort in God’s presence “with you always?” Welcome to the Newly Baptized Children and Family Reflection Talk about a time when you were assured that God was with you. Joseph Thomas Puccio James Patrick Weir Page 1 From the Pastor’s Desk As a Church and as a nation there is much for us to celebrate this weekend! Today we celebrate the Feast of Pentecost which has come to be regarded as the Birthday of the Church. Our Scripture readings tell us that, when the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles, their lives were transformed. They were able to go forth using the gifts that God had blessed them with to boldly witness to His presence in the world. Thanks to the sharing of the gifts and talents of so many members of our parish family, the goodness of God continues to be felt in our hearts. It is our custom each year on this Feast to bestow The Fiat Award on ten of our parishioners in recognition of the good work they have done. I am happy to inform you that the Pastoral Council has selected Eileen Alger Patricia Baron Anne Behrman Geraldine Graetzer Alexandra Incontro Dorothy Rose James Sammon Robert Schiller Roseann Schiller Walter Schwer to receive The Fiat Award this year. In your name, I would like to congratulate them and, more importantly, to thank them for the beautiful ways in which they witness to the love of God in our midst. On Monday, citizens across the country will celebrate Memorial Day. We will take time from our usual activities to remember the countless women and men who have made the supreme sacrifice of giving their lives in the service of our country. We are reminded in the Scriptures that there is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for others. As we pause and reflect upon the many freedoms and opportunities that are ours, as we celebrate with family and friends all that we have to be thankful for as Americans, let us be sure to show our appreciation for all those who helped to make these things possible. I would encourage you to do that in two ways. Please join our parish family as we celebrate Mass together on Monday morning at 9 am. We will commend to Almighty God the souls of those who have given their lives for our country and pray for those in our armed forces who continue to protect us and defend the values that we hold so dear. Then let us join with the residents of Malverne for the annual Memorial Day Parade beginning at 10 am and the memorial service to follow at the gazebo at Reese Memorial Park. In that way we will let our service men and women, past and present, know that they are appreciated and not forgotten. May Almighty God Bless us all and God Bless America! Peace, Father Frank Bulletin Reflection St. Paul reminds us today that all of our gifts have their source in the Holy Spirit and that those gifts are given “for the common good.” What gifts are mine to share? Altar Flowers are Donated in Memory of “Joe Rini, Always in our Hearts, Love, The Rini & Lind Families” Page 2 The Altar Bread & Altar Wine are donated “In Loving Memory of all the POW’s, MIA’s & Deceased Veteran’s” Requested by The American Legion Post 44, American Legion Auxiliary & Sons of the Legion St. Vincent de Paul Rosary Altar Society Today as we celebrate Pentecost, the Holy Spirit wants to make us advocates of God’s presence to bring new life to others, especially those who do not know the love of God in their lives. Our final meeting of the year is June 18th at 7:30 pm in the Church Hall. There will be entertainment and desserts, including fresh fruit and strawberry shortcake. We will also have a drawing for Raffle prizes and 50/50. Mark your calendar. We hope to see you there. Our Lady of Lourdes Thrift Shop has many new and interesting items. Come for a visit and look at the assortment of household items, women’s and children’s clothing and beautiful seasonal items. The hours are Wednesdays from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm and Saturdays June 6th and 20th from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. This will also be your last chance to donate before the end of our season. Your gift in the St. Vincent de Paul poor box will help the poor to believe in the mystery of God’s love for them. Food Pantry: Canned: Peas, Carrots, Yams, Spinach, Potatoes, Jello (regular and sugar free), Pasta Sauce, Hand Soap, Dish Soap, Healthy Snacks All parishioners are invited to volunteer to be a part of the offertory procession at the Mass which you attend. This may be especially appropriate if the Mass is being offered for a relative or friend! Pro-Life Corner “I swore never to be silent whenever and wherever human beings endure suffering and humiliation. We must always take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented.” ~Elie Wiesel Please see one of the ushers before Mass begins to make your intention known. This certainly applies to abortion; the only voice the preborn have is our own. We offer opportunities for donations to be made on special occasions in memory of loved ones both living and deceased through the placement of Altar Flowers in the sanctuary or by memorializing the Sanctuary Lamp that burns near the Tabernacle, the Altar Bread, and the Altar Wine for the week. Join us for the OLL Men’s Club 53rd Annual Golf Outing **New Location** June 15th Rockville Centre Links Club Donation: Main Altar Flowers: $80 Tabernacle Bouquet: $30 each Sanctuary Lamp: $25 Altar Bread: $25 Altar Wine: $25 An acknowledgement of your memorial will appear in the Sunday bulletin. Please come to the Rectory Office to make arrangements! $250.00 includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Cocktails . . . Prizes, Giveaways, Live Auctions 12:00 pm Shotgun Start Congratulations to 500 Club Winners For the Month of April! Contact: [email protected] or Greg Miller: 516-449-2400 or John McNierney: 516-398-4019 1st prize 2nd prize 3rd prize 4th prize 5th prize 6th prize 7th prize $500 $200 $100 $50 $50 $25 $25 #200 #148 #175 #157 #120 #95 #16 Alfred Schutte Anthony Gil Ed Kubik John Franks Janet & Joseph Chiafari Mary Ann Sandre Glenn Meyran The Rectory Office Time, Talent & Treasure Fostering Stewardship as a Way of Life Will be closed Parish Sacrificial Giving Summary May 17, 2015: $11,426 Last Year: $13,367 Ascension Thursday: $2,420 Catholic Communications: $2,777 Memorial Day Monday, May 25th Page 3 Religious Education Principal’s Corner “As you start life’s road together and you cross the narrow sands, there’s a King Who sits in Heaven just to guide you through the land. There will be laughter and sunshine. There will be sorrow and tears. There will be promises broken as you travel through the years. But, put your trust in Jesus; He will be there by your side and, as the clouds then do gather, you will have a place to hide.” Confirmation News All 7th and 8th grade students in the Confirmation Preparation Program will continue writing in their Mass Journal booklets for Saturday evening or Sunday Mass. Check to see each week if one or two pages are to be completed and fill in all the answers. The books must be turned into the rectory and may be picked up the following Wednesday or Thursday. The final date for the journal completion will be May 31st. We would like to congratulate all our 8th grade students who were confirmed by Bishop Brennan this past Wednesday. May they continue to serve and be representatives of Jesus Christ in the Catholic Church. Happy Memorial Day! May we always remember in prayer all those who gave their lives for our freedom. School will be closed on Monday, May 25. Our 8th grade will be going on their 8th grade trip on Tuesday. Field Day is on Wednesday, May 27th for grades K through 8th. The 4th graders will be taking the hands on portion of their NYS science assessment on Thursday and the 8th graders will be taking it on Friday of this week. They will take the written portion on Monday, June 1st. The last meeting for our spiritual mentor groups will be on Friday, May 29th. I’d like to thank Monica Murray, Linda Baldacchino, Deirdre Lawler, and Sharon Frohne for their dedicated work with this special program. Please continue to www.ollmalverne.org. visit our website: Religious Education Registration 2015 / 2016 Let us be people of peace in prayer and deed. Re-registration forms will be sent out within the next two weeks. We ask that you return them to the office so no late fees will be incurred. New registrants must call the office at 599-7222 to request a form for their children. A copy of the child(ren’s) Baptismal Certificate must accompany the form and registration fee. Our Lady of Lourdes Youth Ministry Presents . . . All Parish & School Volunteers At the insistence of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, please be aware that No Group or Organization will be able to schedule their events until we have an updated roster of volunteers from each group. Every parish & school volunteer must have completed the following: Background check Virtus Workshop Code of Conduct To register for VIRTUS go to: www.virtus.org or website at: www.ollchurchmalverne.org If you or someone you know has experienced an incident of sexual abuse by clergy, employee or volunteer of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, please contact the office for the Protection of Children and Young People. The office maintains a special phone for these situations: 516-594-9063. “Follow the Signs of Peace” Tune into “Religion and Rock” with Msgr. Jim Vlaun on Sunday from 7:00 am—8:00 am on WBAB 102.3 FM or 95.3 FM on Long Island’s East End. Listen on Saturdays at 11:00 pm on Sirius Radio Channel 159, the Catholic Channel and at 11:00 pm on XM Satellite, Channel 117. To listen online or receive more information www.ReligionandRock.com. Page 4 CAMP LOURDES June 29th to July 10th A Summer Bible Camp for Ages 4 to 9 When: weekdays from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Where: At OLL School and Church Cost: $110 for two weeks *See Parish Website for Registration Form www.ollchurchmalverne.org For additional information call: Linda Baldacchino at 241-1896 Youth Ministry News Our Lady of Lourdes School Volunteer as a Camp Lourdes Counselor Alumni Weekend Hosted by June 29th - July 10th: Counselor Hours: 9am-1pm "Follow the Signs of Peace" Working as part of the staff you are sure to have lots of fun as we share faith and peace with the children of Our Lady of Lourdes. Although this is a volunteer position there are certain perks: Free T-Shirt, Bowling Day, Pizza Day, Splish Splash Trip and more importantly making new friends and serving your parish in a truly wonderful and powerful way! All counselors: must be at least entering 8th grade in the Fall of 2015 must be on time everyday and committed to Camp Lourdes (letting us know in advance if there is a day or days you can not make it). must follow all of the camp rules, especially those pertaining to safety and respect. must remember they act as role models and faith examples to younger children must be able to work as a team and be enthusiastic! See parish website for training dates and application. The OLL Alumni Association June 6th & 7th Calendar of Events ◊ Saturday, June 6th, 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm Kickoff Cocktail Reception at the Brick Café 157 Lakeview Avenue, Lynbrook ◊ Sunday, June 7th at 12:30 pm Alumni Mass / School Tours If you would like to attend the Alumni reception, please fill out the form below and drop it off to the rectory office. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ NCYC NATIONAL CATHOLIC YOUTH CONFERENCE For more information or to get involved contact: Monica Murray (Coffey) (‘83) [email protected] 516-313-1653 RSVP by June 1st November 19-22, 2015 The National Catholic Youth Conference is an exciting, biennial four-day experience of prayer, community, and empowerment for Catholic teenagers and their adult chaperones. The schedule includes keynote addresses, concurrent and workshop sessions addressing a wide variety of topics. There are also opportunities for liturgy, reconciliation, prayer and worship, recreation and special activities such as concerts, exhibits, and the interactive thematic park. See ncyc.info for much more information! Alumni Cocktail Reception Saturday, June 6th, 8:00 pm, The Brick Café Yes, I will attend: Name:_________________________________________ Our Lady of Lourdes Youth Ministry attended this event in 2011 and 2013. It proved to be a wonderful experience for all who participated. For further information or to register please call Linda at 516-241-1896. A $200 deposit for this event is due on May 24th. Class of:_____________ No. of Attendees:_____ x $40 pp = $ Payable to: Our Lady of Lourdes School Put in sealed envelope and mark: “OLL Alumni Reception (Monica Murray)” MOMs Community Yard Sale and Vendor Fair Saturday, May 30th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm The Malverne Historical House Ocean Avenue, Malverne Page 5 Page 6 Coming Up This Week Malverne Post 44 American Legion Monday, May 25 Rectory & School Closed 7:30 pm .......... Al-Anon .......................................................... Rectory Dining Room 7:30 pm .......... Beginner Al-Anon ................................................. Rectory Room #2 Tuesday, May 26 9:30 am .......... Cenacle Meeting ............................................. Rectory Dining Room 9:30 am .......... Legion of Mary..................................................... Rectory Room #2 1:30 pm .......... Scripture Study/Intercessory Prayer Meeting...... Rectory Dining Room 2:30 pm .......... After School Program .....................................................School Hall 7:00 pm .......... Boy Scout Committee Meeting .......................... Rectory Dining Room 7:00 pm .......... Graduation Dinner Planning ........................................... Church Hall Wednesday, May 27 9:30 am to 2:30 pm—RAS Thrift Shop 2:30 pm .......... After School Program .....................................................School Hall 7:00 pm .......... Boy Scout District Committee Meeting ............................. Church Hall 7:30 pm .......... Youth Confirmation Party ................................................School Hall 7:00 pm .......... AA ................................................................. Rectory Dining Room 8:15 pm .......... AA ................................................................. Rectory Dining Room Thursday, May 28 2:30 pm .......... After School Program .....................................................School Hall 2:45 pm .......... Girl Scout Troop #2021 ................................................. Church hall 6:00 pm .......... Cub Pack #24 .............................................................. Church Hall Friday, May 29 2:30 pm .......... After School Program .....................................................School Hall 2:30 pm .......... Daisy Troop #2420 ....................................................... Church Hall 8:00 pm .......... AA ................................................................. Rectory Dining Room Saturday, May 30 10:00 am ........ PTL Fundraiser: Pampered Chef Event .............................School Hall 7:00 pm .......... AA ................................................................. Rectory Dining Room Sunday, May 31 8:00 am .......... Folk Group Rehearsal .................................................... Church Hall 2:15 pm .......... Pre-Baptismal Program .................................................. Church Hall 7:15 pm .......... 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Rectory Dining Room Atlantic City Bus Trip Wednesday, June 17th Arrival Time: 8:15 am Franklin Avenue & Legion Place Free Parking Rolls, Bagels, Donuts & Coffee Before departure Enjoy a relaxing round trip ride to Atlantic City Bally’s Casino in a Comfortable coach bus with Movie & games Price: $40 per person Receive a $30 gaming voucher on arrival Entrance Chant Paul Turner Make checks payable to: American Legion Post #44 PO Box 44, Malverne, NY 11565 Must call and reserve by: June 15th Bob Guarneri: 483-5631 John Hassett: 887-7473 Diocese of Rockville Centre Awake the World in Music and Prophetic Living The Franciscan Brothers, St. Anthony’s HS and the Office of Vicars for Religious invite you to join us in prayer enhanced by the beauty of St. Anthony’s HS Schola leading us in song, while we hear readings from Vita Consecrata and the writings of Pope Francis calling us to: “Awake the World”, be Joyful and Prophetic There will be a festive breakfast following! Our Lady of Angels Chapel, Saint Anthony’s High School Saturday, May 30th at 10:00 am RSVP: Brother James: 516-678-5800 ext. 588 or Sr. Pat at ext. 589 [email protected] or [email protected] As Mass begins, everyone stands to sing a song. The General Instruction of the Roman Missal calls this the entrance chant (47). Its purpose is “to open the celebration, foster the unity of those who have been gathered, introduce their thoughts to the mystery of the liturgical time or festivity, and accompany the procession of the Priest and ministers.” The celebration of the Mass relies on the participation of the assembly. So, when the first song is announced, this means you! Pick up the songbook and sing! Sadly, some people do not. If you choose not to sing the entrance chant, you fail to open the celebration, you frustrate the unity of those assembled, you postpone thinking about the mystery we have gathered to celebrate, and you dissociate yourself from the procession. Surely, no one intends to do all this, but that is the way it looks. To those who are singing, non-singers feel like dead weight. Even if you sing poorly, weakly, too loudly, or too softly, pick up the hymnal and sing! You will praise God and serve the faith of those around you. Each Sunday of the year comes with its own suggested text for the entrance chant. But another psalm or liturgical song may be used. The church calls this music a “chant”, but it means any spiritual song or hymn. All may sing together, the cantor or choir may alternate with the people, or the choir may occasionally sing it alone. If there is no entrance song, the suggested text is recited by the assembly, the lector or even by the priest himself, who may comment on it briefly to open the celebration (48). Copyright © 2012 Resource Publications, Inc., 160 E. Virginia St. #170, San Jose, CA 95112, (408) 286-8505. Page 7 Community News Retrouvaille: Another marriage saving weekend is on—May 29th; 800470-2230; You can help heal your marriage! Do you feel alone? Are you frustrated or angry with each other? Do you argue or have you just stopped talking to each other? Does talking about it only make it worse? Retrouvaille helps couples through difficult times in their marriages. For confidential information about the program, or to register, please call and you will be connected directly and confidentially to a couple from Long Island / Metro Retrouvaille who can help. Website: www.retrouvaille.org. Help the Poor in the Appalachian Mountains: An area hard hit by the loss of coal jobs. Many are forced to leave while those who cannot are elderly left to face the struggle. St. Stephen Catholic Church distributes food, clothes, household items, cleaning materials, sanitary items, assist with heating, utility bills. Our funds are all but exhausted. Any donation large or small will be a blessing and greatly appreciated. House repairs, general up keep done with help of volunteer missionaries—these type of contributions are welcome and greatly appreciated. Donations sent to: St. Stephen Catholic Church Outreach, 304 Central Street, Cumberland, KY 40823. Phone: 606-589-5616. Spirituality for Singles: Monthly Singles Gathering; Saturday, June 6th at 8:30 pm; St. Aidan Parish, 510 Willis Avenue, Williston Park; discussion, meditation, socialization; this gathering will feature guest lecturer Alex Basile; ages 35+; $5 donation; snacks, pizza and beverages will be served; contact: Ray: 516-561-6994 or [email protected]. As a way of raising awareness in vocations to priesthood and religious life, Reverend Joseph Fitzgerald, Director of Vocations, Diocese of Rockville Centre will join Father Marc Swartvagher from the Diocese of Brooklyn and seminarians Stephen Rooney from the Diocese of Rockville Centre, Dominik Wegiel from the Diocese of Brooklyn and Steven Diaz from the Archdiocese of New York on a 29-day, 1400-mile biking pilgrimage up the East Coast from St. Augustine, Florida to Rockville Centre, New York. Beginning on May 17, the bikers will pass through 11 states, 10 dioceses and 5 archdioceses. Dioceses en route are planning special Masses and prayer opportunities for the bikers. The pilgrimage will conclude on June 14 at the Cathedral of Saint Agnes in Rockville Centre, New York. Follow the journey by visiting www.biking4vocations.org. St. Anthony’s Feast: Entertainment Sponsored by Oceanside Christopher, The Catholic Credit Union; Thursday, June 11—6 pm to 10 pm; Friday, June 12—6 pm to 11 pm; Saturday, June 13—4 pm to 11 pm; Sunday, June 14—2 pm to 9 pm. Thursday night is Family Value Night. Music, food, big rides. For more information or to volunteer call the Parish Office: 516-764-0048 or email: [email protected]. What is a Lay Carmelite? Please join the Lay Carmelites for an informative evening on the Carmelite way of life and a discussion on the Carmelite Order. Come and enjoy some Hospitality on Thursday, June 18 at 6:30 pm at Our Lady of Peace, Lynbrook. We will have Adoration and Evening Prayer followed by hospitality. For further information please call: Karen Lee Pizzo, TOC, Director at 516-593-2265. Do you know someone who is hurting from an abortion? The Life Center of Long island invites you to attend our next Rachel’s Vineyard Healing Retreat on the weekend of June 12 to 14. It begins Friday evening and concludes Sunday afternoon. For more information contact: Deacon Joe McNicholas at 516-445-3927 or e-mail: [email protected]. Communication is strictly confidential. To learn more about Rachel’s Vineyard look online at: www.rachelsvineyard.org or call 877– HOPE-4ME. Tabor Retreat Center: 60 Anchor Avenue, Oceanside; 516-536-3004. Understanding Teresa of Avila, Saturday, June 6, 9:30 am to 3 pm. In 1970, Pope Paul VI declared Teresa of Avila the first woman Doctor of the Church because of her teachings on prayer and the spiritual life. This retreat celebrates the 500th anniversary of Teresa’s birth by exploring the life and teachings of this wise, witty, and inspiring woman. Presenter: Sr. Helen Chasse, OSU; donation: $50 (includes breakfast / lunch) Please call to register. The Zen Commandments, Friday, June 19, 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm; Dr. John Yanovitch, Associate Professor of Philosophy at Molloy College, will present an introductory program to the basic “commandments” spoken into the world by the Buddha, and lived by those following a Zen way of living, thinking, and feeling. Donation: $20; please call to register. Rosa Lee Young Childhood Center: presents Comedy Night featuring Tommy Koenig and John Pizzi at Molloy College, Kellenberg Hall, Anselma Room, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre, Saturday, May 30; doors open at 7:30 pm; show starts promptly at 8;30 pm; tickets: $60; includes appetizer, dessert buffet, beer, wine, soft drinks, raffles; info: 516-536-5674. Rosa Mystica Foundation of America: Sr. Philip Marie Burle, C.PP.S, guest speaker, Charismatic Healing Retreat; Wednesday, June 3, 5 pm; Thursday, June 4, 9 am to 3 pm. Mass and Healing Service at 10 am; breakfast. Rosa Mystic Foundation of America, 1121 Rte. 106 N, Muttontown; RSVP 516-624-9033 (limited space); email: [email protected]; $50 includes all meals, conference materials. Page 8
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