Church of Saint Mary Parish Bulletin: April 7, 2024

CHURCH of SAINT MARY

The Second Sunday of Easter

Sunday of Divine Mercy

April 7, 2024

Reverend Father Robert A. Romeo | Pastor

Reverend Father Dominik Wegiel | Parochial Vicar

Reverend Father Rafal Borowiejski | Parochial Vicar

Reverend Father Edward Obi, MSP | 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

Thursday 7:00 AM (when school is in session)

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 - (phone only) 10:00 AM–1:30 PM

Sunday 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM

E-mail: information@stmary.ws

Parish Social Ministry

365-2705

Monday-Wednesday-Thursday 11:00 AM-3:00 PM

E-mail: kkosciusko@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. Rafal Borowiejski Parochial Vicar

Rev. Fr. Edward Obi, MSP Parochial Vicar fredward@saintmarysmanhasset.org

Parish Staff

Jane Clifford Bulletin Editor bulletin@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

Jennifer LaChance Office Manager 627-0385 information@stmary.ws

Daniel Maimone

Music Director 627-0385 | ext. 1021 dmaimone@saintmarysmanhasset.org

Vanessa Quiros

Parish Office 627-0385

vquiros@stmary.ws

Sr. Teresa Raftery, IHM Adult Faith Formation 627-0385 | ext. 1010

traftery@stmary.ws

The Schools of Saint Mary Nursery through 12th Grade

Very Rev. Dom Daniel Nash, 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

Eileen M. Symmons ’82, ’86 Director of Communications 627-2711

esymmons@stmary.ws

Kiera Gmelich Walsh

Director of Alumni and Parent Relations 627-2711 | ext. 1162

kwalsh@stmary.ws

Sarah de Venoge Griffin ’02, ’06 Liaison for School Relations sgriffin@saintmarysmanhasset.org

St. Mary’s Elementary School 627-0184

www.stmary11030.org

Theresa A. Kemp Principal tkemp@stmary11030.org

St. Mary’s High School 627-2711

www.saintmaryshs.org

Gerard J. Buckley Principal gbuckley@saintmaryshs.org

From the Pastor’s Desk

Dear Parishioners,

“As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” (John 20:21)

In these days of celebration, as we reflect on the power of the Resurrection of Jesus, we always need to ask ourselves what it means for us. In today’s Gospel, St. Thomas doubted the Resurrection of Jesus. He needed proof, physical proof. Touching and seeing would be the only things to convince him. It seems that the sight of Jesus is enough; St. Thomas bows and says, “My Lord and my God.” Such great words and a deep profession of faith. One that each believer must, in their own life, come to grips with. When we can truly profess Jesus as our Lord and Savior, then we can believe His message for us. What does He do in today’s Gospel? He sends the disciples out into the world. They are to go with a message proclaiming to all the words of St. Thomas . . . MY LORD AND MY GOD.

The Holy Spirit that Jesus breathed on those frightened people huddled in the Upper Room is the same Holy Spirit that has been given to us. The Holy Spirit doesn’t give us a power of fear, but one of strength and faith. He is there to help us in our doubts, fears, and weaknesses. BUT the Spirit works in us if we, like St. Thomas, fall before the Lord and proclaim Him as Lord. If we cannot do that right now in certainty of belief, then we need to fall again before Jesus and ask for the gift of deep faith. Ask the Holy Spirit to remove the doubt or need for “proof” to believe. The proof is certainly around us if we have the eyes to see and the ears to hear. Look around and see the hand of God. Faith in Jesus then calls us to share His love with the entire world. As He sends the disciples out, He does the same for us. Do not be afraid, Jesus did for the eleven as He does for us...He offers His peace. DO NOT BE AFRAID!

As the Church celebrates Divine Mercy Sunday, we bring to mind that the Jesus we worship is Mercy to all who embrace His love. Never be afraid to turn to Jesus’ Mercy. This is most completely lived out in the Sacrament of Confession. There the mercy forgives our sins and frees us from our past. What a great Savior we have!

There have been so many beautiful events surrounding our Easter preparations and celebrations. The beautiful decorations in the church, the liturgies, music, and liturgical ministers. To all who helped in the Holy Week and Easter Liturgies, I want to thank you all.

CHRIST IS RISEN…HE IS TRULY RISEN!

In Jesus, our Resurrected Lord, Fr. Bob

On Holy Saturday morning, Fr. Bob blessed baskets of Easter food in celebration of Święconka, one of the most enduring and beloved Polish traditions for that day.

The Second Sunday of Easter | April 7, 2024

In today’s Gospel, we hear the story of Doubting Thomas. May we learn to put all of our faith and trust in Jesus Christ.

Living Stewardship ~ Pillar of Formation: This weekend is Divine Mercy Sunday, learn about the extraordinary graces that are available to you on this day. Also, take time to read about St. Faustina and Jesus’ Divine Mercy.

The collection for Sunday, March 24, 2024 (Palm Sunday) amounted to $28,202.00.

The collection for Sunday, April 2, 2023 (Palm Sunday) amounted to $27,240.00.

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.”

Marriage

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.

Children’s Education

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.

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

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 Ministry

We care for our sisters and brothers through our Parish Social Ministry and Food Pantry. For information call 365-2705.

Youth Ministry

We reach out to our teens though our Youth Ministry Program. For information email youth@stmary.ws or visit stmarysyouth.weebly.com.

New Parishioners

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.

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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Masses and Special Intentions

Theresa Fallon

Christine Marchese

Maria DeAngelis

Donna Chesney

Erica Klock

Jacob Rivera

Jaxson Rivera

Ronald Grubert

Dr. Michael O’Grady

Gladys Jean

Douglas Martocci, Sr.

Katharin Whelan

Carol Furciato

Mason

Tom Fra ncess

Gabriel Romeo

Ann Shields

Mickey Kennedy

Sarah Horsham

Nina Principe

Cole Marguglio

Sandy Pittman

Richard Atkinson

Anthony Polizzi

Kathy Dellis-Stover

Edwin Kennedy

Names will remain on the list for three months. Please email bulletin@stmary.ws if you would like to continue with the listing

Brooke A. Chambers

Nicholas DiTerlizzi

Frances Di Giacomo

Michelle O’Connor

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

Arnoux, Seraph, PFC, USA

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

Collins, Matthew, LT, USN

Fontanetta, Joseph, Maj, USMC

Hannan, Jack, ENS, USN

Hayes, Andrew, Ca1837-1890pt, US MC

Hellman, Thomas, 2d Lt, USSF

Hernandez, Steven, SSgt, USAF

Higgins, James, GySgt, USMC

Hilton, Justin, SGT, USA

Hilton, Nathaniel, SGT, USA

Horner, Brian G., 1stLt, USMC

Howard, Edward M., GySgt, USMC

Jones, Scott B., LT, USN

Jones, Katherine L., LTJG, USN

Kennedy, Michael, Col, USAF

LaManna, Vincent S., Jr., PVT, USA

Landolphi, Michael, ENS, USN

Lanza, Anthony E., LtCol, USMC

Madden, Michael E., Major, USAF

Major, A. Edward, III, LTC, USA

Marine Medium Tilt Rotor Squadron 161

Marine Transport Squadron 352

McGorry, Patrick F., HM2, USN

McKievear, Gary, LT, USA

Millau, Jeffrey, PFC, USMC

Morris, Jr., Brian J., ENS, 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

Saville, John A., ENS, 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, LT, USN

Wood, Kelly, BMSR, USN

If you have a service member that you would like to add to this list please e-mail bulletin@stmary.ws. Please include name, rank and branch of service.

The Second Sunday of Easter | April 7, 2024

Masses for the Week

Monday, April 8th

The Annunciation of the Lord

Is 7:10-14, 8-10, Heb 10:4-10, Lk 1:26-38 9:00 AM | Amor Bariso-Reyes

Tuesday, April 9th

Easter Weekday

Acts 4:32-37, Jn 3:7b-15 9:00 AM | Pietro & Margherita Antonacci and Family

Wednesday, April 10th

Easter Weekday

Acts 5:17-26, Jn 3:16-21

9:00 AM | Anthony Spinetta

Thursday, April 11th

St. Stanislaus, Bishop & Martyr

Acts 5:27-33, Jn 3:31-36

7:00 AM | Felix Corona

9:00 AM | Nathan Mistretta

Friday, April 12th

Easter Weekday

Acts 5:34-42, Jn 6:1-15 9:00 AM | Marilyn Herschlein

Saturday, April 13th

St. Martin I, Pope & Martyr

9:00 AM | Marie Mulé

5:00 PM | Thomas J. Flynn, Sr.

Robert Palma

Patricia E. Petrone

Jean Chismall

Francis Hone

Florence Nuccio

Peggy Mahoney

Sunday, April 14th

Third Sunday of Easter

Acts 3:13-15, 17-19, 1 Jn 2:1-5a, Lk 24:35-48 7:30 AM | Mae Pierson 9:00 AM | People of the Parish

10:30 AM | Marie & Al Iacono

12:00 Noon | Josephine Arkwright

Martin Gately

Donald Chambers

Helene Mastrosimone

Deceased Members of the Ernest Costa Family

Mary Jane Belt

Edward Heintz

Cover Art: Hyla Image of The Divine Mercy

© Congregation of the Marians of the Immaculate Conception, Stockbridge, MA 01263. All Rights Reserved. Used with permission.

ST. MARY’S GIFT SHOP IS OPEN ON S U N D A Y S

AFTER THE 9:00, 10:30 AM, & 12:00 NOON MASSES WE HAVE BEAUTIFUL ITEMS FOR ALL OCCASIONS

Located in the Parish Ministry Center 516-627-0385 ext. 1033

Bread & Wine

are offered this week in loving memory of Maria Valenti

Readings and Questions for Faith Sharing on the Third Sunday of Easter

Reading I: Acts of the Apostles 3:13-15, 17-19

God raised him from the dead; of this we are witnesses.

Visit the parish website: www.saintmarysmanhasset.org for the latest parish news and events

Reading II: 1 John 2:1-5a

Whoever keeps his word, the love of God is truly perfected in him.

Gospel: Luke 24:35-48

Look at my hands and my feet, that it is I myself.

Question for Adults:

Do I hesitate to draw close to Jesus?

What stands in the way?

Question for Children:

What helps me to believe that Jesus is alive and in our midst today?

Sunday of Divine Mercy

THIS SUNDAY APRIL 7TH

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament after the 12:00 Noon Mass.

Three Consecutive Holy Hours: 1:00-2:00pm 2:00-3:00pm 3:00-4:00pm (Join in any one).

Closing Benediction at 4:00pm.

Jesus’ Message of Mercy is summarized as ABC:

A- Ask for God’s Mercy

B- Be merciful to others

C- Completely trust in God’s mercy.

The Five Elements of the Message are summarized as FINCH:

F- Feast of Divine Mercy

I- Image of Divine Mercy

N- Novena of Divine Mercy

C- Chaplet of Divine Mercy

H- Hour of Mercy

We wish to feature the Chaplet of Divine Mercy this year. Jesus revealed it to Sr. Faustina as a powerful prayer He wants everyone pray. Sr. Faustina was interceding in her own words about a dire situation – to no avail. Then the Lord gave her the words of the chaplet, and as she began to pray those words the hand of the ‘angel of punishment’ was stayed! The Lord directed her to pray in those words, and to teach others to do the same.

“Encourage souls to say the chaplet which I have given you…Whoever will recite it will receive great mercy at the hour of death…When they say this chaplet in the presence of the dying, I will stand between My Father and the dying person, not as the Just Judge but as the Merciful Savior…Priests will recommend it to sinners as their last hope of salvation. Even if there were a sinner most hardened, if he were to recite this chaplet only once, he would receive grace from My infinite mercy. I desire to grant unimaginable graces to those souls who trust in My mercy…Through the Chaplet you will obtain everything, if what you ask for is compatible with My will” (Diary, 687, 1541, 1731).

The Chaplet can be prayed anytime, anywhere. The Lord also asked that it be recited as a novena over the 9 days before the Feast of Mercy (Divine Mercy Sunday). We can pray it for our own personal intentions, for others, for the Lord’s intentions. “By this novena [of chaplets] I will grant every possible grace to souls” (Diary, 796).

HAPPY DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY! May the Divine Mercy ever bless you and yours! And may you ever come to Him with the vessel of Trust – and draw!

The Chaplet of Mercy

Recite this chaplet on the beads of the Rosary in the following manner:

First of all, say one Our Father, one Hail Mary, and the I Believe in God.

On the Our Father Beads, say the following words:

Eternal Father, I offer You the Body and Blood Soul and Divinity of Your dearly beloved Son, Our Lord Jesus Christ, in atonement for our sins and those of the whole world.

On the Hail Mary Beads, say the following words:

For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us and on the whole world.

In conclusion, recite these words three times:

Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy Immortal One, have mercy on us and on the whole world.

Dominick F. Amoruso

Anne Scholz

Joanne Frio

Harry Lambros

Anastasia Kosteris

Kathleen Ceriello

Anna Bolger

Juanita & Adam Figueroa, Sr.

Donald Quaranta

Catherine Jillings

Raymond Moran

Ron Pennella

Cestra Family

Antonacci Family

Antonette Balzano

Rosa Balzano

Nicola Balzano

Paula Balzano

Gerard Gaveau

Phil & Mary DeRosa

Nick & Mildred Sciara

Eileen Kilgallon

Frank Reynolds

Sylvia Reynolds

Easter Flower Offerings

In Memory Of

John Reynolds

Walter & Ethel Meriam

Walter & Pauline Synder

Reinhardt & Nancy Andersen

Harold & Lola Meriam

Rick Mastracchio

Josephine Mazzini

Henry Miller

Mary & Frank DeMaio

John Geoghegan, Jr.

John & Mary Geoghegan

Charles Vachris

Arthur & Evelyn Kreutzer

Helen & Anthony Kreutzer

Arthur & Marshall Kreutzer

Bernard Kovach

Andrew Chizmadia

Oscar Endres

Wera Endres

Mary Ann O’Gara

Louis A. Perfetto

Mary St.Jeanos

John St.Jeanos

Richard Augeri

Maria Valenti

Kwong Tap Ng

Roger Goodwin

Juan Lozano

Chris Aspinall, Sr.

Gaza People

My Children & Family

Anna & Raymond Nicholson

Mimi & Vincent de Venoge

Victor Cannizzaro

William McDonough

Donated By

Mr. & Mrs. F. Barry Ryan

Ms. Marilyn Salierno

Mr. & Mrs. Luigi Ianiro

Mr. Richard Salat

Ms. Ascelle A. Zing

Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Doroszczyk

Mr. & Mrs. Jon McGillick

Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Gribbon

Mr. & Mrs. Michael D. Morici

Dr. & Mrs. Che-Meng Chang

Mr. Michael Sanicola

Maureen Soden

Grace Reffelt

Mary Peluso

John Peluso

Vincent & Catherine Tafuri

Rudolph & Edith Ciniglio

John Lentini

Michael Brennan

Gus Panopoulos

Deceased Members of the Stanton/Mason Families

Bibi Osman

Inshan Osman

Dina Lewis

Eunice & Anthony Marangiello

D’Auria Family

Przonek Family

Dillworth Family

Yorke Family

Mitschel Family

Kropf Family

Mari Cullinan

Edmund Charles Cullinan

Margaret Gawley

John Gawley

Margaret Kenny

Josephine Gallo

George & Anna Doyle

George & Muriel Doyle

Vincent & Josie Valentino

John & Isabel Horgan

Lawrence S. Kelly, Jr.

Elizabeth Kelly-V.

Edward V. Heiskell

Dorothy F. Heiskell

Mr. & Mrs. Brian Record

Mr. & Dr. John Milcetic

Mr. William P. Urig

Mrs. Joyce Spincola

Mr. & Mrs. Peter L. Reali

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Lee

Mr. & Mrs. Francis Bartul

Mr. William T. Ryan

Mr. & Mrs. Edward T. Berestecki

Mrs. Patricia Miranda-Papatoros

Mr. & Mrs. C. Miniero

We endeavor to record your intentions accurately; please forgive any typographical errors. Additional flower offering intentions will appear in a future bulletin.

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Day of Rejoicing

A Sabbath Day of Personal Retreat

Offered monthly on Mondays anytime between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.:

April 15, 2024

May 6, 2024

June 3, 2024

29 Shelter Rock Road | Manhasset, NY 11030

Come as you are to relax with God and enjoy the peacefulness with other seekers. Explore our art corner, listen to soothing music, read in our library, stroll our grounds, or pray in our chapel... self-guided at your own pace.

Complimentary coffee & tea. Feel free to bring your own lunch. Kindly let us know that you’re coming by registering.

Free will offering

Call (516) 627-9255 or visit www.olgretreat.com to register

Mass Intentions Book for

October 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

(excludes Christmas Eve and Day) opened on Tuesday, April 2nd.

Please note our policy whereby you will be able to reserve only two Masses during the first two weeks of the opening of the Mass Intentions Book for the fourth quarter of 2024. After that time, you may reserve any additional Masses for the period. Mass intentions may be requested in person at the Parish Office, Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Sunday 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM or call (516-6270385) or email (information@stmary.ws) for other options.

St. Mary’s Joins with Parishes Praying for Priests and United in Eucharistic Adoration on Tuesday, April 9th 6:30 - 8:30 PM in the Church

Parishes of the Rockville Centre Diocese are answering Our Lady’s call to pray for our Shepherds. They will spiritually unite by offering prayer and adoration for priests on the same evening at the same time in the individual churches. All are invited to join us to pray for each priest and seminarian of our diocese by name. For more information, contact Cathy at cfmorriss@aol.com.

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• WEEKEND IN MANHATTAN/HAMPTONS

• SPA/GOLF/FISHING WEEKEND

• HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE

• WINERIES

• SKY DIVING/BUNGEE JUMPING

• WHITE WATER RAFTING

• YACHT/BOAT DAY TRIP

• HELICOPTER TOURS

• THEME PARK TICKETS

• LOCAL RESIDENCE/VILLA/CONDO VACATION

• AQUARIUM/PLANETARIUM/ZOO

SPORTS

• TENNIS/GOLF/RIDING LESSONS

• GOLF FOURSOME AT A FAMOUS COURSE

• AUTOGRAPHED MEMORABILIA SERVICES

• PERSONAL TRAINER

• BEAUTY SALON SERVICES

• MASON/CARPENTRY/ELECTRICAL

• ROUND TRIP LIMOUSINE TO MANHATTAN

• FLYING LESSONS

• DINNER PARTY AT YOUR HOME

• DINNER/LUNCH FOR TWO OR FOUR

• TREE OR FLOWERS PLANTED AT YOUR HOME

• LOCAL RESTAURANT GIFT CERTIFICATES

• FINE WINES/LIQUOR

• DANCE/MUSIC LESSONS/CLASSES

MISCELLANEOUS

• DESIGNER CLOTHING/HANDBAG/SUNGLASSES

• SPORTING/EXERCISE EQUIPMENT

• LUGGAGE

• FINE JEWELRY/WATCHES

• SKIS/SNOWBOARD

• SMART TV/DVD/BLU-RAY PLAYERS

• COMPUTERS/LAPTOPS/PRINTERS

• IPAD/IPHONE/IPOD

• WII/XBOX/PLAYSTATION

• ART/PAINTINGS/SIGNED PRINTS

• FINE CHINA/CRYSTAL

• FURNITURE/OUTDOOR FURNITURE

• GARDEN SCULPTURES/PLANTERS

• TOYS/JUVENILE FURNITURE

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• KINDLE/NOOK

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• HOOKED RUGS/QUILTS

• HOLIDAY GIFT BASKETS

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SPECIAL PACKAGES/EXPERIENCES

• DAY SPA

• LUNCH/DINNER ON A BOAT

• CELEBRITY MEMORABILIA

• AUTOGRAPHED CDS/BOOKS/SCRIPTS

• CONDO/CABIN/SKI RESORTS

• LOCAL LIMO/DINNER/OVERNIGHT HOTEL

• CATERED DINNERS

• GOLF PACKAGES

MARCH 2024

ST. MARY’S WELCOMES

Those who registered in our parish:

Mr. John Yoo & Ms. Angel Tang and Family

Mr. & Mrs. Frank Casali and Family

Mrs. Rachele Puglisi and Family

Those who were baptized:

Madeline Louise Lee

Everett David Schembri

Myla Alessia Cappiello

Chiara Marie Cipriano

Bernadette Ann Kucich Triano

Those who were enrolled* in our Purgatorial Society:

Marina Ramirez Morales

Emilia Foschi

Mike Sforza

Zdravko Sal Colak

Jaime David

Evelyn Ruzol Amarga

Frankie Vivacua

William C. Hollis III

Mindaugas Vygantas

Donald Dunphy, Jr.

*enrollment begins April 1, 2024

Business Owners:

Please consider advertising in our bulletin. It’s a great way to support our parish. Call our printer, LPi, at 1-800-477-4574

Easter Sunday: Second Sunday of EASTER: Divine Mercy

1 John 5:1-6: “In this way we know that we love the children of God when we love God and obey his commandments. For the love of God is thins, that we keep his commandments. And his commandments are not burdensome, for whoever is begotten by God conquers the world. And the victory that conquers the world is our faith.” Let us all have faith in God and faith in one another. Jesus tells us to love one another and to obey his commandments. Take a leap of faith, and trust God to nourish your relationship. Sign up for a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience and you will learn the tools to transform your marriage. You can find one by looking up WWME.org. Some of the dates to sign up are:

April 11-May 23, 2024 (virtual)

June 7-June 9, 2024 in Upton, MA

June 21-23, 2024 in Huntington, NY

Worldwide Marriage Encounter sponsors a variety of in-person and virtual marriage experiences, some on weekends and some on seven weekdays. Couples explore their relationship with each other, God, and the Church. Registration is limited; there is a $100 application fee. For more information or to apply, call Kevin & Regina Hickson at 516-554-3835 or https://wwmenyli.org/.

Let the little children come to me... (Matthew 19:14) All Children Are Invited to Participate in Children’s Liturgy of the Word

Every Sunday at the 9:00 AM Mass

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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.

The next monthly meeting for the Rosary Society will be held on Friday, April 12th, at 10:00 AM in the St. John Paul II Room. If you are interested in becoming a Rosarian, please feel free to join us.

SATURDAY, APRIL 20TH

ST. MARY’S ROSARY SOCIETY

ANNUAL MASS and COMMUNION BRUNCH

11:30 AM Recitation of the Rosary

12:00 Noon Mass Celebrated by Fr. Bob with Induction of New Members and Daughters of Mary Brunch Immediately Following at the North Hempstead Country Club Keynote Speaker: Very Rev. Dom Daniel Nash, Can. Reg.

Pastor of the Church of St. Rocco

President of the Schools of St. Mary

Please remember to RSVP by April 10th

If you or someone you know was not formally inducted into the Rosary Society but would like to be at the annual Mass, please reach out via email at rosarysociety@stmary.ws

Monday, April 8th - Solemnity of the Annunciation of Our Lord

The Solemnity of the Annunciation of Our Lord is normally celebrated on March 25th, but was moved this year due to the liturgical precedence of Holy Week and the Octave of Easter. The story of the Annunciation is recounted in St. Luke’s Gospel in the first chapter, and describes the news given to Mary by the angel Gabriel that she was to become the mother of the Incarnation of God.

“Hail, thou who art highly favored. The Lord is with thee.”

This is the origin of the “Hail Mary” prayer of the Most Holy Rosary. This feast day calls to mind Our Lady’s YES to God’s will for her life, a moment that changed the course of salvation for the human race.

In celebrating this great Marian feast, let us ask Mary to guide and strengthen all people in embracing God’s plan for their lives by responding with her spirit of humility and complete surrender to God’s will for their lives.

The Second Sunday of Easter | April 7, 2024

Parish Social Ministry

Our pantry is running low on the following items:

Jelly

Jell-O

Small Bags of Rice

Soap Toothbrushes

Thank you so much for your continued generosity!

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

In the Gospel today, Jesus stands in the midst of us and says: “Peace be with you!” During Mass we turn to each other and say “Peace be with you!” As you put your gift into the St. Vincent de Paul box you say “Peace be with you!” to those who are poor and hungry.

Our St. Vincent de Paul Conference is able to help our neighbors in need through the generosity of our St. Mary’s parishioners. Each time you donate, either through the collection slots at the doors of the church, or in an envelope marked for St. Vincent de Paul, you are helping our neighbors within St. Mary’s Parish. If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, contact the St. Vincent de Paul Society at 516-627-0385, ext. 1125, or email SVDP@stmary.ws. To donate furniture, clothing or household items, please call the store in Garden City Park at 516-746-8250. Thank you for your continued support.

Knights of Columbus

Father William A. Daly S.J. Council #2122

Serving St. Mary’s Parish in Manhasset and St. Aloysius Parish In Great Neck www.kofc2122.org

What is a Knights of Columbus Family?

We are Catholic families building a bridge to our faith.

Our lives, time, efforts, and resources are dedicated to these values: Charity. Unity. Fraternity. Patriotism.

We come from different places, backgrounds, and all stages of life. But the common thread is our Catholic faith. We are Catholic families seeking to improve ourselves and the world. It’s one thing to say who you are. It’s another thing is to live it. Put your values into practice. Become a Knights of Columbus family.

Interested? Please call:

Tony Racioppo 917 539 0859

Dan Garcia 516 358 1817

Ladies interested in joining the Columbiettes

Please contact

Maura Clifford at Macliff56@gmail.com

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Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

The Origin of the Divine Mercy Chaplet

In the 1930s, Jesus appeared to St. Faustina Kowalska, a humble and kind Polish nun, and revealed to her the depths of His mercy. St. Faustina entered the Congregation of the Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy in 1925, but she passed away just thirteen years later from tuberculosis in 1938.

Throughout her life of holiness, she continually received revelations from Jesus and diligently wrote down what He told her in her diary. St. Faustina was canonized by St. (Pope) John Paul II on April 30, 2000.

In 1935, an angel appeared to St. Faustina, and she heard the call to pray for mercy. The next day, Christ appeared and urged her to pray the Chaplet herself and with others at the hour of death. She wrote down this revelation in her diary:

Encourage souls to say the Chaplet which I have given you. Whoever will recite it will receive great mercy at the hour of death. When they say this Chaplet in the presence of the dying, I will stand between My Father and the dying person, not as the just Judge but as the Merciful Savior. Priests will recommend it to sinners as their last hope of salvation. Even if there were a sinner most hardened, if he were to recite this Chaplet only once, he would receive grace from My infinite mercy. I desire to grant unimaginable graces to those souls who trust in My mercy. Through the Chaplet you will obtain everything, if what you ask for is compatible with My will. -St. Faustina’s Diary

We pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet for mercy — in our own lives and in our neighbors, too. And we also pray to remind ourselves that we must rely on God; we must recognize our weakness and replace our anxieties and worries with abounding trust in God. We pray so that we might honestly live out the words “Jesus, I trust in You.”

Those who sincerely say ‘Jesus, I trust in You’ will find comfort in all their anxieties and fears … There is nothing more man needs than Divine Mercy – that love which is benevolent, which is compassionate, which raises man above his weakness to the infinite heights to the holiness of God. -Saint (Pope) John Paul II (Krakow, Poland – June 7, 1997)

The Chaplet may be prayed at any time, but our Lord specifically told St. Faustina to recite it as a novena during the nine days before the Feast of Mercy (the first Sunday after Easter.)

St. Mary’s Book Club

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with Closing Benediction

Monday 3:00 - 5:00 PM in the Church

The Parish Book Club resumes on

Thursday, April 18th, at 10:00 AM

Facilitated by Fr. Eddy

The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming by Henri J.M. Nouwen

All interested in participating in the book discussions should acquire the book (Amazon, Barnes and Noble, etc.) and be ready to start on April 18th. The meetings will run for six weeks, ending on May 23rd. They will take place in the Saint John Paul II Room and be about an hour.

LECTIO DIVINA

Lectio

Meditatio

Oratio Contemplatio

Sunday

April 28 2024

Join us for an early evening of beautiful music!

5 pm Borromeo Hall

APOSTLE THOMAS Touching the Wounded Lord

A program of Operatic Arias and Piano Selections presented by Tim Carl, Music Director, St. Dominic, Oyster Bay. Performances by Jennifer Russo, Soprano, and Tim Carl, Pianist

Meet & Greet Reception

$70 Member of Friends

$75 Non-Member of Friends

Sponsored by The Friends of the Seminary

Reservations/Information: (631)423-0483 x 102 bmalone@icseminary.edu

Retreat & Conference Center of the Immaculate Conception 440 West Neck Road Huntington, NY 11743 www.icseminary.edu/events