CHURCH of SAINT MARY
Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord April 10, 2022 Reverend Father Robert A. Romeo | Pastor Reverend Father Dominik Wegiel | Parochial Vicar Reverend Father Collins Yeboah | Parochial Vicar
1300 Northern Boulevard | Manhasset, New York 11030 516 627 0385 | Fax 516 627 6070 www.saintmarysmanhasset.org
Parish Mission Statement We, the community of Saint Mary’s, Manhasset, building on our rich heritage of Catholic faith and tradition, center ourselves in the Eucharist and honor God in proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ. Guided by the Holy Spirit, we seek to be the presence of Christ through our liturgical, educational and social ministries. We dedicate our time, talent and treasure to the service of all as we build the kingdom of God in our world. We commit to this mission in the name of Jesus Christ.
Church of Saint Mary 1300 Northern Boulevard Manhasset, New York 11030 (516) 627-0385 Fax (516) 627-6070 www.saintmarysmanhasset.org
Schedule of Masses Monday–Friday 9:00 AM Saturday 9:00 AM, 5:00 PM Sunday 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 Noon
Sacrament of Penance Saturdays from 4:00-4:45 PM and by appointment. Please call 627-0385.
Anointing of the Sick The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is celebrated in the Chapel on the second Sunday of the month following the 10:30 AM Mass. If you are unable to come to Church, please call the Parish Office to make arrangements for Anointing or to receive the Eucharist.
Parish Office 627-0385 | Fax 627-6070 Monday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Tuesday - Friday 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday - Sunday (phone only) 10:00 AM–1:30 PM E-mail: information@stmary.ws
Parish Social Ministry 365-2705 Monday-Wednesday-Thursday 11:00 AM-3:00 PM E-mail: socialmin@stmary.ws St. Vincent de Paul Society: svdp@stmary.ws
Religious Education 627-4028 Monday 12:00 Noon-8:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Tuesday and Thursday 9:00 AM–6:00 PM Closed on Friday
PARISH DIRECTORY Pastoral Staff Rev. Fr. Robert A. Romeo Pastor 627-0385 | ext. 1004 pastor@stmary.ws Rev. Fr. Dominik Wegiel Parochial Vicar 627-0385 | ext. 1006 frdominik@stmary.ws Rev. Fr. Collins Yeboah Parochial Vicar 627-0385 frcollins@saintmarysmanhasset.org
Parish Staff
The Schools of Saint Mary Nursery through 12th Grade Very Rev. Dom Elias Carr, Can. Reg. President
627-2711 president@stmary.ws Norma Ragalli Stafford Director of Admissions 627-2711 | ext 1084 nstafford@stmary.ws Edward Short Vice President of Development 627-2711 | ext 1120 eshort@stmary.ws
Jane Clifford Bulletin Editor bulletin@stmary.ws
Eileen M. Symmons ’82, ’86 Director of Communications 627-2711 esymmons@stmary.ws
Jennifer Fedele Office Manager 627-0385
Kiera Gmelich Walsh Director of Alumni and Parent Relations 627-2711 | ext. 1162 kwalsh@stmary.ws
Marie T. Granieri Director of Religious Education 627-4028 | ext. 1127 releddirector@stmary.ws Vincent Hartley Facilities Manager 627-0385 | ext. 1002 Kathleen Kosciusko Director of Parish Social Ministry 627-0385 | ext. 1126 kkosciusko@stmary.ws Robert Levulis Music Director 313-7606 Vanessa Quiros Parish Office 627-0385 vquiros@stmary.ws Sr. Teresa Raftery, IHM Adult Faith Formation 627-0385 | ext. 1010
St. Mary’s Elementary School 627-0184 www.stmary11030.org Sarah Griffin (de Venoge) ’02, ’06 Co-Principal sdevenoge@stmary11030.org Theresa A. Kemp Co-Principal tkemp@stmary11030.org St. Mary’s High School 627-2711 www.saintmaryshs.org Gerard J. Buckley Principal gbuckley@saintmaryshs.org
Masses and Special Intentions Christine Marchese Margaret Murray Gabriella Tranchina Anna Forte Madison Milio Laarni Melliza Perlman Thomas Hyland Maryann McDermott Thomas Ryan Estela Fernandez Marie Pellegrino Theresa Fallon Cherie Baldenko Marguerite Baron Virginia Fallon Carol Bennett Eileen Zurndof Salvatore Marsala Lisa Fontenelli Gina Ross Eugene Rorke Paul Martocci Marko Russ Jeanette Albanese Geralyn Gerba Paul Rogalli Kristen Lovero Lottie Jennings Names will remain on the list for three months. Please email bulletin@stmary.ws if you would like to continue with the listing.
Masses for the Week Monday, April 11th Monday of Holy Week Is 42:1-7, Jn 12:1-11 9:00 AM | 1. Dolores Marino 2. Emily Brown Tuesday, April 12th Tuesday of Holy Week Is 49:1-6, Jn 13:21-33, 36-38 9:00 AM | 1. Mae Pierson 2. Maria Terracina Wednesday, April 13th Wednesday of Holy Week Is 50:4-9a, Mt 26:14-25 9:00 AM | 1. Marie & Al Iacono 2. Mary & Tony Cacciola Thursday, April 14th Thursday of Holy Week (HOLY THURSDAY) Ex 12:1-8, 11-14, 1 Cor 11:23-26, Jn 13:1-15 9:00 AM | Morning Prayer 7:30 PM | Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper
125th Brigade Support Battalion 23rd Marine Regiment 25th Marine Regiment 2-4 GSAB Task Force Mustang 2-211th GSAB Task Force War Horse 51st Security Force Squadron 75th Ranger Regiment 82nd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Alacqua, Alexander, 1LT, USA Amerson, Jason, CPT, USA Anderson, Michael, 1LT, USA Arnold, James, LCpl, USMC Avasthi, David, Capt, USAF Baber, Joseph, Maj, USAF Broderick, Evan, SGT, USA Broderick, Steven, SN, USN Brodie, Virgina H., 2ndLt, USMC Brown, Jason, SGT, USA Fontanetta, Joseph, Maj, USMC Hayes, Andrew, Capt, USMC Hernandez, Steven, SSgt, USAF Higgins, James, GySgt, USMC Hilton, Justin, SGT, USA Hilton, Nathaniel, SGT, USA Horner, Brian G., 1stLt, USMC Howard, Edward, PV2, USA
Hussey, James M., GySgt, USMC Jones, Scott B., LT, USN Jones, Katherine L., LTJG, USN LaManna, Vincent S., Jr., PVT, USA Landolphi, Michael, ENS, USN Lanza, Anthony E., LtCol, USMC Madden, Michael E., Major, USAF Major, A. Edward, III, MAJ, USA Marine Medium Tilt Rotor Squadron 161 Marine Transport Squadron 352 McGorry, Patrick F., HM3, USN McKievear, Gary, LT, USA Millau, Jeffrey, PFC, USMC Morris, Jr., Brian J., MA1, USN O’Leary, Jason, SSgt, USAF Petracca, Evan L., LTJG, USN Quinn, Anthony, Jr., SGT, USA Richardson, Timothy, PV2, USA Radman, Paul Cpl, USMC Rodi, Caroline G., CAPT, USN Sharkey, John J., LtCol, USMC Spivak III, Edmund, Capt, USAF Sweeney, Timothy, CPT, USA Swersky, Roberto, Capt, USMC Tafone, Samantha, SGT, USA Ullrich, Kenneth C., HN, USN Unger, Matthew J., SPC, USA Vachris, Madison LTJG, USN Wood, Kelly, BMSR, USN
Friday, April 15th Friday of the Passion of the Lord (GOOD FRIDAY) Is 52:13-53:12, Heb 4:14-16, 5:7-9, Jn 18:1-19:42 9:00 AM | Morning Prayer 3:00 PM | Solemn Liturgy of the Passion Saturday, April 16th HOLY SATURDAY Vigil of Easter Gen 1:1-2:2, Ex 14:15-15:1, Is 55:1-11, Ez 36:16-17a, 18-28, Rom 6:3-11, Lk 24:1-12 9:00 AM | Morning Prayer 7:30 PM | Solemn Mass of the Easter Vigil Sunday, April 17th EASTER SUNDAY OF THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD Acts 10:34a, 37-43, Col 3:1-4, Jn 20:1-9 7:30 AM | People of the Parish 9:00 AM | Kevin Joseph Driscoll, Jr. 10:30 AM | Evelyn Buscher 12:00 Noon | Dr. Peter J. Calabretta, Sr. 12:15 PM | Mary Sanseverino
On the cover: Crucifixion. Artist: Bartolomé Esteban Murillo (1617-1682).
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From the Pastor’s Desk Dear Parishioners,
“He humbled Himself, obediently accepting even death, death on a cross.” (Philippians 2:8) As Christian people, we are entering the holiest and most solemn week of our year. During these days we celebrate what we call the “Paschal Mystery.” The Paschal Mystery is the fulfillment of the promises first revealed in the Old Testament and now bought to perfection and completion in the actions of Jesus. Beginning in Genesis with the fall of humanity through the sin of Adam and Eve, God has prepared the human race for the acts that would restore our relationship to God. The Church calls us in a special way to enter into the mystery and joy of these days. I invite and encourage you to join with the community and participate in these days of our salvation. PALM (PASSION) SUNDAY Today is the beginning of Holy Week. The readings begin with the triumphant entrance of Jesus into the holy city of Jerusalem. He is acclaimed as the Son of David, King and Messiah. Jerusalem is filled with Jews from all over the world who have come to celebrate the Passover Feast. Many have heard of Jesus and because of the heightened feelings against Rome they see in Jesus the one who will free them. They cut branches from palm and olive trees and lay them on the ground for Jesus to pass through. The tone of the Scriptures changes quickly and the religious leaders, fearful of Jesus, plot to destroy Him. Our Gospel reflects the “Passion” (the betrayal, suffering, and death) of Jesus. We receive palms today to remind ourselves that Jesus is our king and we, like the people of Jerusalem, sometimes turn from Jesus. By the way, the palms from today will be used as the burnt ashes on Ash Wednesday next year. SACRED TRIDUUM: HOLY THURSDAY Holy Thursday begins our Sacred or Easter Triduum. These are the three days that focus more deeply on the days of salvation and the Pascal Mystery. Daily Mass and Funeral Masses are not celebrated during the Triduum so that we are able to focus more deeply on the meaning and solemnity of these days. The Church gathers to celebrate Morning Prayer at 9:00 AM. Morning Prayer, the beginning of the Liturgy of the Hours, is the most important prayer form in the life of the Church after the Mass. We pray the Psalms and read the Scriptures. Later in the morning, the priests and faithful of the Diocese gather at the Cathedral to celebrate the “Chrism Mass.” At this Eucharist, the bishop blesses the oils that will be used in the parishes throughout the year. The Oil of the Catechumens is used for those who will enter the Church at Baptism to strengthen them in their journey as a Christian. The Oil of the Sick is used by the priests to anoint those who are sick or near death. The bishop consecrates The Sacred Chrism and the power of the Holy Spirit is infused into the oil. Chrism is used at Baptism and Confirmation as well as the Ordination of a priest to anoint in the power of the Holy Spirit. The oils are then solemnly received into the parish church. In the evening, the Church gathers to celebrate the Mass of the Lord’s Supper. The Last Supper is the first Mass that Jesus celebrated. He commanded the disciples, as he does us today, to do this in remembrance of Him. The Eucharist/Mass/Liturgy celebrates the suffering, death and resurrection of Jesus. It also makes real the fact that Jesus will be present to us, through this saving action, for all time. We are invited at each Mass to enter into the days of salvation and allow them to touch the very depths of our beings. At the Last Supper, Jesus also created the ministerial or ordained priesthood. The Apostles were the first priests of the New Covenant. Just as the priests of the Old Testament were able to offer sacrifice to God for the people, so the priests of the New Covenant are called to do the same. This celebration also contains a “new commandment.” Jesus washes the feet of the disciples. In this action, called the “mandatum” or command, Jesus teaches His followers that in order to be His disciples we have to be willing to be “servants of all.” At the end of the Mass, the Blessed Sacrament is removed from the tabernacle and brought to another place. This offers the faithful time to pray before Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. In our parish, we will have the Solemn Procession to the Altar of Repose in the chapel which will remain open until 11:00 PM. I invite you to sign the sheet in the vestibule of the Church so that that the Blessed Sacrament is never left unattended. Church of Saint Mary | 4
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From the Pastor’s Desk (con’t.) At the end of the Liturgy, the church is stripped and left bare and the holy water is removed as we enter into the days of silence. The tabernacle of our church will be empty until the Easter Vigil. In a sense, as Jesus was hidden in the tomb, we also await the resurrection. SACRED TRIDUUM: GOOD FRIDAY Good Friday is truly the most solemn and profound of all of our holy days. The great sacrifice of the life of Jesus for the forgiveness of our sins reminds us of His obedience to the Father. The death of Jesus on the cross is His body broken for our sins and His blood that washes us clean. The sadness of His death is always seen in light of the glory of His resurrection. As we venerate the wood of the cross during our Liturgy at 3:00 PM, we are called to give thanks. Now, the forgiveness of our sins is remembered in the unbloody sacrifice of the Mass. On the cross, we hear the cry of Jesus to the Father, “Why have You abandoned me?” A plea that will be answered in the most profound way on Easter. We enter and leave the church in silence as we stand in awe of all that Jesus willingly gave for us. As He is laid in the tomb, the Bridegroom, as described in Scripture, is taken from our midst. The Church begins her period of waiting. May the Crucifixion inspire us to act in love and obedience to the will of God in our own lives. Mass is not celebrated today, but so that the faithful are not deprived of the Eucharist, Holy Communion consecrated on Holy Thursday will be distributed. We gather at 9:00 AM to pray Morning Prayer and at 7:00 PM to walk the Stations of the Cross. SACRED TRIDUUM: HOLY SATURDAY/ EASTER VIGIL After Morning Prayer at 9:00 AM, the Church continues her silent vigil awaiting the great news of resurrection. With the Easter Vigil at 7:30 PM, the Church completes the days of waiting and this culminates the Great and Holy Triduum. The days of waiting are about to end. God will redeem humankind in the silent hours of the night. God shakes the world from its slumber and the power of the Resurrection touches the world from that darkened tomb. On this night we enter the Church in the darkness that will be lit by the fire of the watchman who waits for the dawn of resurrection. The Pascal /Christ/Easter Candle is blessed and consecrated and gives light to the darkened church. As the candle is solemnly processed to the altar, the faithful are invited to light their Baptismal candles. The church is filled with the gentle light of Christ and those who have dedicated themselves to continue the work of Jesus through their Baptism. The great Easter Proclamation or Exsultet is sung announcing the great and wondrous work of Jesus. The readings that are proclaimed highlight the history of our salvation, beginning with the creation of the world. The Holy Water is blessed and the faithful renew the promises made at Baptism. Any adults seeking entrance into the Church are baptized at the Easter Vigil. At the Gospel acclamation we hear the great “Alleluia,” sung for the first time since Lent began. It is the great story of the empty tomb, which we have waited these forty days to hear. To distinguish the glorious celebration of Easter and the joy in hearing the Alleluia again, we shall sing it before and after the Gospel. At the end of Communion, the Blessed Sacrament will again be solemnly placed in the Tabernacle. As you can see, these days are filled with ritual, symbolism and joy. They tell the story of the work of our redemption and salvation in a profound way. I encourage you to participate as much as you can in these days of prayer and joy. May your Holy Week fill you with the presence of God’s love and a deep sense of prayer and thanksgiving. In Jesus, the suffering Messiah, Fr. Bob
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Stewards of God’s Gifts Today is Palm Sunday. When Jesus entered the city, He was greeted with palms and love. In a few days, on Good Friday, we will remember how He was betrayed, beaten and killed. Living Stewardship ~ Pillar of Prayer: As we enter Holy Week, think of all the ways you could strengthen your prayer life. Throughout the Holy Triduum, come to church, make a good confession and pray the Stations of the Cross.
Collection data for April 3, 2022 was not available at the time of the printing of this bulletin.
Have you enrolled yet? Visit www.faithdirect.net. Our parish code is NY281.
We Care for Our Parish Community Baptism We celebrate Baptism at 1:30 PM on the second Sunday of the month and at 12:30 PM on the fourth Saturday of the month as scheduled. Please call the Parish Office at least one month in advance to see if a date is available and to arrange to fill out pre-baptismal paperwork. New parents are required to attend a Baptism preparation session held once every month. Those chosen as sponsors for Baptism should lead lives in harmony with the Catholic faith and the role of Godparent.”
4:30-5:30 PM. Classes also meet on Sundays from 9:3010:20 AM for Grades 1 through 8 and on Mondays from 7:00-8:00 PM for Grades 6, 7 and 8. We also offer the option of an online home program for Grades 1 through 7. For information about Grades 1-8 call 627-4028 or email Mrs. Marie Granieri at releddirector@stmary.ws.
Parish Social Ministryã We care for our sisters and brothers through our Parish Social Ministry and Food Pantry. For information call 365-2705.
Marriage Youth Ministry
At least six months before you plan to be married and before you make arrangements for the reception, please make an appointment with one of the priests to begin the necessary preparations.
We reach out to our teens though our Youth Ministry Program. For information email youth@stmary.ws or visit stmarysyouth.weebly.com.
Children’s Education
New Parishioners
Saint Mary’s Elementary School offers excellent education in the spirit of the Gospel from grades N, Pre-K to Eighth grade. For information call 627-0184.
We welcome new members to the Catholic Church and to Saint Mary’s Parish. If you are new in the area or interested in learning more about the Catholic faith, please call the Parish Office.
Empowering Character, Innovation and Leadership in our students, Saint Mary’s High School is a dynamic, contemporary, Catholic value-centered school, combining a commitment to academic excellence and educational innovation, with a passion for learning, and an emphasis on moral character development through the pursuit of truth and discovered in faith and reason. For information call 627-2711. The Religious Education Program provides excellent formation in the Catholic Faith for children in public or private schools. Preparation for First Holy Communion and Confirmation requires two years. Classes are held at St. Mary’s for Grades 1 through 5 on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Opportunities For Prayer The Church is open Monday to Friday until 8:45 PM, on Saturday until the end of the 5:00 PM Mass, and on Sunday until 6:00 PM so that we may have the opportunity for quiet prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. The Miraculous Medal Novena is said each Monday following the 9:00 AM Mass. Monday to Saturday the Rosary is said following the 9:00 AM Mass. Eucharistic Adoration is held every Monday from 3:00 to 5:00 PM in the Chapel. On First Saturdays, the Scriptural Rosary is recited following the 9:00 AM Mass.
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Holy Week and Easter Monday of Holy Week, April 11th Mass at 9:00 AM Confessions: 2:00 - 4:00 PM and 6:00 - 9:00 PM Diocesan Day of Reconciliation Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Tuesday of Holy Week, April 12th Mass at 9:00 AM
Wednesday of Holy Week, April 13th Mass at 9:00 AM
Holy Thursday, April 14th 9:00 AM Morning Prayer 7:30 PM Concelebrated Mass of the Lord’s Supper followed by the Solemn Procession to the Altar of Repose in the Chapel off the south side of the Church with Adoration until 11:00 PM in the Chapel.
Readings and Questions for Faith Sharing on Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord Reading I: Acts of the Apostles 10:34a, 37-43 He commissioned us to preach to the people and testify that he is the one appointed by God. Reading II: Colossians 3:1-4 Seek what is above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Gospel: John 20:1-9 He saw and believed. Question for Adults: How can I help others understand that Christ is still alive and at work in the world? Question for Children: How is Jesus truly alive for me?
Good Friday, April 15th A Day of Fast and Abstinence 9:00 AM Morning Prayer 9:30 - 11:00 AM Confessions 3:00 PM Solemn Liturgy of the Passion 7:00 PM Stations of the Cross
Holy Saturday, April 16th 9:00 AM Morning Prayer 9:30 - 11:00 AM Confessions 11:00 AM “Swieconka” Blessing of Easter Food 7:30 PM Solemn Mass of the Easter Vigil
Easter Sunday, April 17th Mass Schedule Church: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 Noon Elementary School Gym: 12:15 PM (Handicapped Accessible)
Rosary Society Our Mission Statement: The Rosary Society fosters devotion to Mary through prayer and good works for causes that would be dear to her heart Invest 20 minutes of your day to pray the Rosary, and see the difference it will make in your life. If you would like the Rosarians to pray for a special intention, please e-mail us at rosarysociety@stmary.ws.
PRAYING THE ROSARY DURING LENT Pray a decade for the grace of persevering in your resolutions. And remember that, persevering often means starting over again when we break our resolve. This willingness to start over is perhaps the best fruit of our Lenten discipline. Our Lady tells us, “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” That’s the secret of Lent when we allow ourselves to prepare with the help of our Blessed Mother. Then we will be happy to say come Easter, “Queen of Heaven, rejoice!” - Father Hugh Barbour, O. Praem., catholic.com
Annual Communion Brunch Mass and Induction of New Members Saturday, April 23rd Please note that this year’s event is on a Saturday rather than the usual Sunday Father Bob will celebrate Mass at 11:00 AM for the Rosary Society and induct our new members for 2022. Immediately following there will be a brunch at North Hempstead Country Club. Very Rev. Dom Elias Carr, Can. Reg. President of the Schools of St. Mary’s, will be our guest speaker. The St. Mary’s Gift Shop will have a table of merchandise available for sale, to celebrate their re-opening. And don’t forget to wear your best Easter Bonnet, Springtime Chapeau, or Royal Fascinator! If you would like to attend, please contact Marijo by phone at 917-496-5640 or by email MALantier510@gmail.com.
ST. MARY’S GIFT SHOP is after the 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, and 12:00 Noon Masses. OPEN
TODAY SUNDAY
It is located in the Parish Ministry Center below the church.
A Lenten Reflection by Father Collins DISTRACTED WHEN PRAYING? Let me give you just one brief idea to consider in dealing with distractions at prayer. Our Christian life should be nothing else but a relationship with the Lord Jesus. We also know that communication is the livewire for every relationship. Communication is to every relationship what blood is to the body. Therefore, communicating regularly, effectively, and efficiently with the Lord should be a matter of prime importance to us. What will make this week worthy of the name “Holy” is the intense prayer, in all its forms, that we fill these days which climax our forty days’ journey with the Lord. We shall be reading and reflecting on Christ, our Lord Himself, leading this path of intense prayer as his Hour draws nearer and nearer. It shouldn’t be any different in the lives of we who bear his name and hence are called “CHRIST-ians.” However, it is also worth acknowledging that the vicissitudes of our modern life pose lots of distractions in our minds and hearts at our prayer moments. This can lead to despair and giving up on praying entirely. Don’t quit praying because of distractions; it will be like a boxer dropping his guard because the opponent is throwing many punches.
Just bring your distractions into the prayer and they will cease to be distractions. I mean, whatever comes into your heart, or wherever your mind wanders to at that moment of prayer, bring those also on board and pray about them. It only means those are also issues calling for your attention; and praying about them makes your prayer even more heartfelt and profound. It will be like letting your mouth speak from the abundance of your heart. So, pray your anger, pray your frustration, pray your fear, pray your joy, pray everything that happens to you, within you, or around you at that prayer moment; none of them is a distraction. The Lord wants to know about and help you handle all of them. This is what Saint Paul meant in his letter to the Philippians: “Do not worry about anything, but in everything, by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (4: 6-7) So, why worry about distractions when you can pray them away? Father Collins
Good Friday Collection
Pope Francis has asked our parish to support the Pontifical Good Friday Collection, which helps Christians in the Holy Land. Your support helps the church minister in parishes, provide Catholic schools and offer religious education. The Pontifical Good Friday Collection also helps to preserve the sacred shrines. The pandemic hit particularly hard the Christians in the Holy Land. Most of them depend on pilgrimages for work. In these times of crisis, the Pontifical Good Friday Collection is also necessary to meet the basic needs of the People of God still living in this Land where the Church was born. When you contribute to the Pontifical Good Friday Collection, you become an instrument of peace and join with Catholics around the world in solidarity with the Church in the Holy Land. For more information about Christians in the Holy Land, visit www.myfranciscan. org/good-friday. PLEASE BE GENEROUS!
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St. Mary’s Elementary School Principal’s List & Honor Roll Trimester II: 2021-2022 Academic Year PRINCIPAL’S LIST Grade 8 YASINE FARADI SAOIRSE McNAMARA
Grade 7 ARIANNA BREVETTI MICHAEL CANTY SUMMER DELA CRUZ KARA FLANNERY EVANGELINA FLEECE
PETER KURKJIAN OLIVIA MERCADO IRIS MROSOVSKY ASHLEY RICE GABRIELLA SMALL
Grade 6 ANIA GALANEK JOSEPH HASSAN
HONOR ROLL Grade 8 CAROLINE BARDI MAKAILA CARPENTER MADISON CASARES RYAN COLUCCI EMILY DeFALCO MAKENNA FAY ANTHONY GABRIELLI ANDREW HARFORD MARSHALL JAMRON NICHOLAS JEUDY SERENE KWON SOPHIA LaREGINA SARAROSE LaROSA CAROLINE McKEON MAGGIE MILLER NICHOLAS MONTES ELLA MOON REA PERSAUD HOPE PETERSON GRACE ROMITO DANIELLA SCIAMETTA PETER TAGIOS III HARRY WALSH
Grade 7 MAEVE AHEARN ANTONIO AMURAO
SABRINA BARROW ANNALUCIA BROOKS MICHAEL CALIENDO MICHAEL CASTRO-BURGOS BERNADETTE DeMERIT OLIVIA DIDORA JOHN DUNPHY GIANNA FIORE-BADALAMENTI AIDAN NAWOJCHIK PURVI PATEL BREANNA PEREZ JESSE UYS
Grade 6 ANGELINA ADAMS DREW CAMUS ANTONIO CONTE LUKE FRANKEL ABIGAIL MALINOWSKI SOPHIE MOON BENJAMIN MURTHA SOFIA ORLANDO KOURTNEY PAUL DAVID RAMIREZ SOPHIA STAFFORD
The Schools of Saint Mary Senior Diana-Abasi Archibong Featured by News12
St. Mary’s High School Senior Diana-Abasi Archibong recently had the chance to sit down for a virtual interview with News12 Long Island morning anchor Erin Colton to share how she founded her 501C3 non-profit, The Solution Project (TSP). Since its inception during the pandemic, the foundation has created a leadership team, partnered with UNICEF, hosted bake sales, and recruited members. The student-led, school-based organization now has more than 40 active student body members dedicated to solving humanitarian crises and spreading mental health awareness. We applaud Diana for her vision to create this organization. To witness our students striving for global impact is a blessing to our community and the world beyond our campus. “They are the face of the youth.” We could not agree more that “there’s no time limit on action - the time is now” to make a difference in the lives of those in need. We can’t wait to see more from Diana and TSP! To watch the segment, go to https://tiny.one/StudentFeatured or scan the QR Code at the top right corner. To learn more about TSP, visit their website: https://www.thesolutionproject.net
Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Jesus invites us to dwell within His Presence. And there to come to know the breadth and depth of His love, mercy and kindness that He shows to us. While it’s nice to read or study about the love and mercy of God, how radically different it is from experiencing His love and mercy. So you are invited this Holy Week to carve out a few extra minutes to be still before God at Adoration. Quiet your heart that you might hear His heart speak: Cor ad Cor. Heart to heart. Yes, come with all your concerns and worries. Come with all your hopes and desires. Come with all your fears and unmet dreams. Come with all your sin and what burdens you down. Come as you are. But most importantly simply come with your heart. Place it all before Jesus present in the Blessed Sacrament. Quietly sit in His presence. Gaze upon Him as He tenderly gazes upon you. Listen to His quiet voice: Cor ad Cor. Heart to heart. How blessed to experience the love of God in so intimate a way at Adoration. “Be still and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10)
Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with Benediction Mondays 3:00 - 5:00 PM in the Church
“Jesus went up on a mountain by himself to pray.” (Matthew 14:22) “Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door I will come in and eat with that person and they with me.” (Revelation 3:20) “My soul finds rest in God.” (Psalm 62:1)
RCIA and Adult Faith Formation Candidates Make Final Preparations to Receive the Sacraments of Initiation into the Catholic Church With the beginning of Holy Week, the RCIA candidates will enter into a prayerful period as they prepare to receive their Sacraments of Initiation into the Catholic Church. They will take time out on Holy Saturday for a retreat as their final preparation to receive the Sacraments at the Easter Vigil. Do keep them in your prayers. Sister Teresa can be contacted about our RCIA and other Adult Faith Formation programs at 516-627-0385, ext. 1010. Her office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 10:00AM and 4:00PM and other times by appointment.
Altar Servers Altar Servers Returning to Sunday Liturgies at St. Mary’s Fr. Dominik is happy to announce that we will be returning altar servers back for Sunday Liturgies. We are calling back altar servers who have been previously trained to return first. We will announce at a later date when training for new servers will begin. Please check the bulletin for future information or email Father at frdominik@stmary.ws.
Parish Social Ministry The food pantry needs your help in filling its shelves. If you can provide some of the items listed below, it would be grestly appreciated. Packaged Mashed Potatoes Cereal Jelly Jarred tomato sauce Icing Canned vegetables Canned Fruit Pancake Mix Oatmeal Donations may be left in the donation box located in the south lobby of the Church or brought to the Parish Social Ministry office located on the ground floor level of the convent facing the east side of the church. Thank you for your generosity and support!
F.O.C.U.S. Friends Offering Care, Understanding and Support for the divorced, singles and the widowed The FOCUS group has scheduled a Mass in St. Mary’s Chapel at 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, April 20th. A complimentary light lunch will follow in the Marian Room. If you would like to attend this Mass and lunch, please RSVP to Bill Urig via email at dorisbilljag98@aol.com) or phone 516-627-4282 by April 10th.
Parish Social Ministry Reaches Out to the Elderly and Homebound The Elderly and Homebound Ministry provides a social connection between the parish and the one in need. If you are interested in being contacted by our volunteers, please call the Parish Social Ministry office at 516-365-2705.
COVID-19 TESTS
Richard Nicolello of the Nassau County Legislature has provided Parish Social Ministry with free COVID-19 tests. If you need a test, please stop by the Parish Social Ministry Office on Monday, Wednesday, or Thursday, between the hours of 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM. You may also call us at 516-365-2705 to arrange for pick-up.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Today is Palm Sunday and the beginning of the holiest of Christian weeks. Let us pray for the grace to take up our own cross and to follow Jesus through death to new life. As you place your gift in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box, know that you are a sign of God’s love to those who carry their cross of suffering and pain. If you or someone you know needs assistance, contact the St. Vincent de Paul Society at 516-627-0385 ext. 1125 or SVDP@stmary.ws. If you would like to make a donation, you may use the collection slots at the doors of the church or place an envelope in the regular collection marked “St. Vincent de Paul Society.” For furniture and household donations, please call 516-746-8250 to arrange for a pick up.
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Liturgical Ministry Are You Interested in Serving St. Mary’s as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion (EM) or a Lector? The Diocese of Rockville Centre has announced Spring Training Dates and Locations Please Note: Only candidates recommended by the Pastor are eligible for the training Send an email to Fr. Bob at pastor@stmary.ws indicating your interest in becoming an EM and/or Lector and include the date and location of the training session(s) you prefer. You may also write a letter to Fr. Bob and drop it off at the Parish Office or mail it. For Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Part A* and Lectors Tuesday, April 26th - St. Elizabeth in Melville - 7:00 - 10:00 PM Wednesday, April 27th - St. Christopher in Baldwin - 7:00 - 10:00 PM Saturday, May 14th - Christ the King in Commack - 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon For Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Part A* Saturday, April 30th - St. Paul the Apostle in Brookville - 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon For Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Part B* (presented in conjunction with Catholic Health) Saturday, May 14th - St. Paul the Apostle in Brookville - 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon Tuesday, May 17th - St. Elizabeth in Melville - 6:30 - 9:30 PM Saturday, June 11th - Christ the King in Commack - 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
*Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, Part A Training - This “BASIC” training is required of all those beginning as Ministers. Those wish to minister in hospitals, nursing homes, eldercare facilities, and to the homebound are required to attend Part B Training in addition to BASIC Training. BASIC Training must be taken before the Part B Training. If you have taken the Part A Training only in the past, but would now like to serve in hospitals, etc. you should indicate your interest in EM Part B Training only. Questions about EM training and service may be directed to Jane Clifford, Coordinator of EMs at St. Mary’s, at bulletin@stmary.ws. Lector training may be taken by both new and experienced lectors. Questions about serving as a Lector at St. Mary’s may be directed to Rich Bentley, Coordinator of Lectors at St. Mary’s, at RBentley@downstate.edu.
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To support married couples during this time of social distancing, Worldwide Marriage Encounter is sponsoring virtual marriage experiences. Some are on weekends and are seven sessions on weekdays from 7:00pm to 9:30pm. We also have some in-person experiences for those interested. Couples will explore their individual personality styles, improve listening and communication skills, understand God’s plan for their marriage, and learn how to keep their relationship a priority. Registration is limited and a $100 application fee is required. For more information or to apply, call Chuck & Maria Reiss at 631486-8607 or visit them at https://wwmenyli.org/. Commit to strengthening your marriage this Lent. Sign up today to attend one of the upcoming Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experiences: May 21-22 in East Hampton, CT, and June 24-26 in Huntington, NY (Long Island)
Retrouvaille Weekend Talk to your family about organ donation and transplantation. There are currently 10,000 New Yorkers waiting for a lifesaving transplant. Major religions celebrate this as a final act of kindness. In 2014, Pope Francis said, “Organ donation is a testimony of love for our neighbor.” One organ donor can save up to eight lives and heal up to seventy-five lives through tissue donation. Organ donation is oftern possible even with certain health conditions and advanced age (the oldest donor in New York was 93 years old). For more information, visit LiveOnNY. org/info.
Friends of the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception Present Celebrate Spring with some light entertainment! Sunday, April 24, 2022, 5 to 7 pm - enjoy a late afternoon of “Love and Friendship in Song and Story” in Borromeo Hall. Under the direction of Timothy Carl, three professional singers will offer a semi-Classical program of duets and arias speaking of love and friendship. Reception to follow with Wine, Cheese and Hors d’oeuvres. Reservations required - $90 per guest. Seminary Development Office, (631)423-0483 x 102; bmalone@icseminary.edu
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? The Retrouvaille Program is for married couples facing difficult challenges in their relationships. It is primarily a practical program to improve communication, build stronger marriages and help couples reconnect. Presenters are not trained marriages counselors, but rather couples sharing their personal stories of marital struggles and the tools they used to rediscover their love. For confidential information about the Retrouvaille program, or to register for the upcoming weekend that begins on Friday, May 13, 2022, please visit our website www.helpourmarriage.org or call 1-800-470-2230 and you will be connected directly and confidentially to a couple from Long Island/Metro Retrouvaille who can help. Location: Immaculate Conception, Huntington, NY 440 West Neck Road Huntington, NY 11743
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Building a C B Communityy of Love “You pray ffor the hung gry. Then yo ou feed theem. This is hhow prayer works.” ͲPoope Francis Your donation to the Cath holic Ministrries Appeal supports C Catholic Charities pasttoral progra ams to bring g e and love to t those in need. n Thes se services s include ho ousing for th he vulnerab ble, mental health and care subsstance abuse program ms, food pro ograms and d advocacy.. Below is a highlight o of its Parish h Social Miniistry. We e all have been b touch hed by the rising infllation rate close to 8% % on Long Island. Th he spike in n gas and – c foo od prices combined c with w the high cost of o housing has s caused a shift of people who o are turnin ng to their loc cal parish outreach o fo or assistan nce.
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Venerable Anthony Vincent Gallo Diocesan Priest, Oblate of the Congregation of the Priests of the Sacred Heart Montforte Irpino: 11 January 1899 - Rome: 2 May 1934
O Most Holy Trinity, Who deigned to raise Venerable Anthony Vincent Gallo to the priesthood, and endowed him with precious gifts, especially that of a burning love for suffering and immolation, we humbly beseech You, if it be Your will, that he may be glorified on earth, and that we may obtain through his intercession the particular grace which we ask for with living faith. Amen.
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