Church of Saint Mary Parish Bulletin: March 9, 2025
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
Tursday 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 Te 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 Ofce to make arrangements for Anointing or to receive the Eucharist.
Parish Ofce
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
Good Samaritan House
365-2705
Monday-Wednesday-Tursday 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 Tursday 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Closed on Friday
PARISH DIRECTORY
Pastoral Staf
Rev. Fr. Robert A. Romeo Pastor 627-0385 | ext. 1004 pastor@stmary.ws
Rob Cammarata Director of Operations 627-0385 | ext. 1037 rcammarata@stmary.ws
Jane Cliford Bulletin Editor bulletin@stmary.ws
Marie T. Granieri
Director of Religious Education 627-4028 | ext. 1127 releddirector@stmary.ws
Kathleen Kosciusko Director of Parish Social Ministry 627-0385 | ext. 1126 kkosciusko@stmary.ws
Jennifer LaChance Ofce Manager
627-0385 | ext. 1000 information@stmary.ws
Daniel Maimone Music Director 627-0385 | ext. 1021 dmaimone@saintmarysmanhasset.org
Vanessa Quiros
Parish Ofce
627-0385 | ext. 1008 vquiros@stmary.ws
Te Schools of Saint Mary Nursery through 12th Grade
Very Rev. Dom Daniel Nash, Can. Reg. President 627-2711 president@stmary.ws
Norma Ragalli Staford Director of Admissions 627-2711 | ext 1084 nstaford@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 Grifn ’02, ’06 Liaison for School Relations sgrifn@saintmarysmanhasset.org
St. Mary’s Elementary School 627-0184 www.stmary11030.org
Teresa 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,
“You shall worship the Lord, your God; Him alone shall you serve.” (Luke 4:8)
As we begin our Lenten season, it pays to have a good memory: to remember who our God is and what God has done for us. In today’s Deuteronomy reading from the Old Testament, Moses uses the occasion of a harvest liturgy to call the people to remember what God has done for them. Moses reminds the people of Israel that in their time of pain and misery, God heard their cries and stretched out His hand and led them from slavery to freedom. For the frst part of our Lenten journey, our readings will recount the wondrous actions of God in the life of His people, and in the middle of Lent there will be a shift to focus on the personhood of Jesus. But let us remain in these days and what the Scriptures tell us today.
Moses recounts the stories of the love of God that the people may strengthen in their resolve to follow the command of the covenant. He hopes that keeping the actions of God’s graciousness in the forefront of their minds, it will keep them faithful and encourage them in their time of trial. He reminds them that, as a sign of thanks to God, they should “bow down before the Lord.” I think that it is a good focus for us also, especially during the Lenten season.
As a time of refection and conversion, the Church gives Lent to us. It has a dual nature as a penitential, joyful season Penitential in the sense that we are called to look deep into our hearts and discover those moments or activities that have brought us away from the path of the Lord. As we heard on Ash Wednesday, “come back to the Lord with all your heart.” Tis, of course, takes work, dedication, and an acknowledgement that we sin and need God’s grace. Tis is the beginning of the second aspect of the season…joy. We are joyful because we know all that God has and continues to do for us. Te understanding that we are loved, even in our sinfulness, must and should be a cause for joy for each of us as we struggle to leave behind the pain of sin. God does not want us to remain in our sin, but to move in freedom as His children.
St. Paul tells us it is by the grace and power of Jesus that we are redeemed. He exhorts us to “call upon the name of Jesus that we may be saved.” Tat desire for salvation is freely given to us by Jesus, but demands a response from us. Tat response is to keep us on the path of the Lord, not out of fear…but rather fowing from love of God. We see, in our Gospel today, that Jesus is tempted by the devil. Te evil one fnds Jesus in a weak moment and he goes right to that spot hoping Jesus will fail and worship him. But Jesus is strengthened in prayer and in an intimate knowledge of the Father’s love for Him.
We may fnd ourselves in those situations when we are tempted in our weakness. Hunger, the promise of power and security, as well as fear for what tomorrow may bring may be moments that we fnd ourselves in weakness and hence able to turn from the pathways set before us by Jesus. It is the moments of our own weakness, when temptation holds the glitter of the world, that we need to turn to the Lord and call upon the name of Jesus. Be aware and conscious of what your weaknesses are and go into those moments with the name of Jesus on your lips and in your heart. Strengthen yourselves in Him, aware of all that God has and does for us and you may stand strong in the ways of God.
Lent is also a time of “action.” We are called by the Scriptures to pray, fast, and give alms to the poor. We also have that tradition of giving something up and/or doing something extra during Lent. Tese all spring from a generous heart so they become important signs of the journey Lent invites us to. Lent goes on for 40 days (yes, including Sundays!), and ends at the beginning of the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Tursday. Tese days are called to prepare us to celebrate the greatest feast of all – EASTER. May your Lenten journey be flled with conversion and the graciousness of God.
A reminder that some wonderful ways to celebrate Lent is to consider attending daily Mass, praying the Stations of the Cross, going to confession, and performing acts of charity. Don’t let the time go without deepening your relationship with Jesus. What a great gift for Him and each of us we can present at Easter.
As has been our custom during Lent and Advent the “Lamb of God” and the “Holy, Holy” will be prayed in Latin at our Masses. It is my hope that we can fulfll the directives of the Second Vatican Council and be familiar with the Latin responses of the Mass. You can fnd the translation in the new pew cards. As a reminder, they also contain a prayer before Mass as well as one for after reception of Holy Communion.
In Our Crucifed Lord, Fr. Bob
J Stewards of God’s Gifts
As we begin Lent, we hear of Jesus’ time in the desert.
Te collection for Sunday, March 2, 2025 amounted to $26,709.00
Te collection for Sunday, March 3, 2024 amounted to $26,184.00
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 Ofce at least one month in advance to see if a date is available and to arrange to fll out pre-baptismal paperwork. New parents are required to attend a Baptism preparation session held once every month. Tose 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 ofers 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 Confrmation requires two years. Classes are held at St. Mary’s for Grades 1 through 5 on Tuesdays and Tursdays
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 ofer 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.
Respect Life Ministry
We strive to help build a civilization of love and life that upholds the dignity and inviolability of all innocent human life, seeks objective moral Truth, embraces the value of redemptive sufering, and yearns for the fullness of life in eternal communion with God the Creator. For more information, email RespectLife@StMary.ws.
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 Ofce.
Opportunities For Prayer
Te 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. Te 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.
Living Stewardship ~ Pillar of Prayer: “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” Tis Lent foster a deeper prayer life. Check your parish bulletin for opportunities to spend more time with the Lord in prayer. Church of Saint Mary | 4
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Masses and Special Intentions
Maria DeAngelis
Donna Chesney
Erica Klock
Mason
Gabriel & Frances Romeo
Ann Shields
Nina Principe
Cole Marguglio
Richard & Mary Atkinson
Anthony Polizzi
Kathy Dellis-Stover
Neil Gillis
Pamela Gallo
Allison Azzara
Sarah Praay
Agnes Gaus
Glenn LaChance
Christine Marchese
Gerald Schmaedick
Jon Jodka
Heather Smolowik
Teresa Malysa
Ronald Grubert
Names will remain on the list for three months. Please email bulletin@stmary.ws if you would like to continue with the listing.
Giuseppe Ippolito
Peter Anthony Tempesta, Jr.
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, CPT, 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
Blake, Julia, Cadet, USN
Broderick, Evan, SGT, USA
Broderick, Steven, SN, USN
Brodie, Virgina H., 2ndLt, USMC Brown, Jason, SGT, USA
Casazza, Jack, 2nd Lt, USMC
Collins, Matthew, LT, USN
Fontanetta, Joseph, Maj, USMC
Grubert, Sean, LCpl, USMC
Grygiel, Jack, MIDN, USN
Hannan, Jack, ENS, USN
Hayes, Andrew, Capt, USMC
Hellman, Tomas, 2d Lt, USSF
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, Jefrey, PFC, USMC
Morris, Jr., Brian J., ENS, USN
O’Leary, Jason, SSgt, USAF
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.
Masses for the Week
Monday, March 10th
Lenten Weekday
Lv 19:1-2, 11-18, Mt 25:31-46
9:00 AM | Christine Fischer
Tuesday, March 11th
Lenten Weekday
Is 55:10-11, Mt 6:7-15
9:00 AM | Charles Vachris
Wednesday, March 12th
Lenten Weekday
Jon 3:1-10, Lk 11:29-32
9:00 AM | Umberto & Carmela Pennisi
Tursday, March 13th
Lenten Weekday
Est C:12, 14-16, 23-25, Mt 7:7-12
7:00 AM | Rosalie DeAngelo
9:00 AM | Joseph V. Stanoszek
Friday, March 14th
Lenten Weekday
Ez 18:21-28, Mt 5:20-26
9:00 AM | Fran Anderson
Saturday, March 15th
Lenten Weekday
Dt 26:16-19, Mt 5:43-48
9:00 AM | Lucia DeRosa
5:00 PM | Tomas J. Flynn, Sr.
William Vreeland
William Simpson
Tomas J. Milone
Alfo Corsano
Marie Sweeney
Marica Donadic
Sunday, March 16th
Te Second Sunday of Lent
Gn 15:5-12, 17-18, Phil 3:17-4:1, Lk 9:28b-36
7:30 AM | Christopher Haggerty
9:00 AM | Howard Miller
10:30 AM | People of the Parish
12:00 Noon | Casey Brosokas
George & Muriel Doyle
Carrado Mancini
James Cunningham
Tomas Milone
John Doyle (living)
William Kunovic (living)
Cover art:Te Temptation of Christ.
Artist: Ary Schefer (1795-1858).
Location: Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool, England. Te First Sunday of Lent | March 9, 2025
YOUR GIFT, THEIR STORY
Introducing a series of stories “Because of You” and your generosity to our Parish Conference
SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
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at St. Mary’s
DAILY MASS DURING LENT is celebrated at 9:00 AM Monday through Saturday 7:00 AM on Tursday
EXPOSITION AND ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT WITH BENEDICTION is held on Mondays from 3:00 to 5:00 PM in the Church.
Learn more how you can be a part of these life Neighbors in Need
BECAUSE OF YOU,
STATIONS OF THE CROSS are held in the Church every Friday at 7:00 PM.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Lent is a special time to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Priests are available for confession each Saturday from 4:00 to 4:45 PM and Monday from 7:00 to 7:45 PM or by appointment. Call the Parish Ofce at 627-0385 to make an appointment.
our Society of St. Vincent De Paul Conference was able to help a single mother who was facing her electricity being turned off right before Christmas. We helped with her overdue electric bill, which was caused by unexpected expenses for her children. The family was able to enjoy a wonderful Christmas in their home, with the addition of Christmas gifts from Good Samaritan House and a delivery of Christmas dinner. Thank you for your continued generosity, which allows us to help Neighbors in Need
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT
Lenten Soup Supper, hosted by the Daughters of Mary, will take place on Friday, March 28th, prior to the Stations of the Cross. See page 9 of this bulletin for details.
ST. MARY’S GIFT SHOP IS OPEN
S U N D A Y S AFTER THE 9:00, 10:30 AM, & 12:00 NOON MASSES
We have beautiful items for First Communion Confirmation and All Occasions
SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
St. Mary’s Parish Conference
We are in the Parish Ministry Center below the church. 516-627-0385 ext. 1033
Rosary Society
Our Mission Statement: Te 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 diference 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.
Rosary Society Monthly Meeting - Tuesday, March 11th at 6:15 PM
Please consider attending if your schedule permits.
Good Samaritan House
Our pantry is running low on the following items:
Thank you so much for your continued generosity!
Mass Intentions Book for
October 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 will open on Tuesday, March 18th.
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 2025. 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.
Please also note the following change in policy due to high demand for Mass intentions: Walkin requests may take precedence on the day of opening. Phone and email requests will be considered in the order received following the morning rush.
Let the little children come to me... (Matt 19:14)
All Children Are Invited to Participate in Children’s Liturgy of the Word Every Sunday at the 9:00 AM Mass No registration required No age limits
Interested in becoming a CLOW Prayer Leader? Please contact Jane Cliford at bulletin@stmary. ws or sit in with us on a Sunday. Materials and training are provided; scheduling is fexible.
PUBLISHED MARCH 5, 2025. REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION.
PUBLISHED 2025. REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION.
Altar Server Training
for new servers (4th grade on up) and Triduum Training for current Altar Servers wishing to serve on Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday, will take place promptly at 5:10 PM in the Church on: Monday, March 17th
Monday, March 24th Monday, April 7th
Any questions, please contact Fr. Rafal at frrafal@saintmarysmanhasset.org or call 516-627-0385, ext. 1010
Bread & Wine are ofered this week in loving memory of John & Maria Eleoterio
Second Time
Mario Vela and Adrianna Duggan
St. Mary, St. Mary, Manhasset, NY Manhasset, NY
Readings and Questions for Faith Sharing on the Second Sunday of Lent
Reading I: Genesis 15:5-12, 17-18
Abram put his faith in the Lord, who credited it to him as an act of righteousness.
Reading II: Philippians 3:17-4:1
Our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we also await a savior, the Lord Jesus Christ.
Gospel: Luke 9:28b-36
“Tis is my chosen Son; listen to him.”
Question for Adults:
How has a “mountaintop experience” inspired my faith?
Question for Children:
How am I listening to the words of Jesus?
Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Invite Us Deeper
Almighty and ever living God, you invite us deeper into your world, your people, your Lent. May this time be one of outward focus; seeking you in those we often ignore. Help us live a Lent focused on freedom, generosity, and encounter. Give us hearts hungry to serve you and those who need what we have to give. - Author Unknown
Let Us Fast
While fasting with the body, brothers and sisters, let us also fast in spirit. Let us lose every bond of iniquity; let us undo the knots of every contact made by violence; let us tear up all unjust agreements; let us give bread to the hungry and welcome to our house the poor who have no roof to cover them, that we may receive mercy from Christ our God. - Byzantine Vespers
A Lenten Prayer
Look with favor, Lord, on your household. Grant that, though our fesh be humbled by abstinence from food, our souls, hungering after you, may be resplendent in your sight. - Pope Pius V
Te Fast Life
Fast from judging others; Feast on Christ dwelling in them.
Fast from fear of illness; Feast on the healing power of God.
Fast from words that pollute; Feast on speech that purifes.
Fast from discontent; Feast on gratitude.
Fast from anger; Feast on patience.
Fast from pessimism; Feast on hope.
Fast from negatives; Feast on encouragement.
Fast from bitterness; Feast on forgiveness.
Fast from self-concern; Feast on compassion.
Fast from suspicion; Feast on truth.
Fast from gossip; Feast on purposeful silence.
Fast from problems that overwhelm; Feast on prayer that sustains.
Fast from anxiety; Feast on faith.
- Author Unknown
Respect Life Ministry
An Adoption Love Story
Read the full version at respectlife.org/adoption-love-story.
Having children and raising a family had always been our expectation. We soon learned, however, that our chances of becoming pregnant were small. It wasn’t long before we started talking about the possibility of adoption. I wondered if my heart was big enough to love an adopted child as I would have loved a biological child. But with prayerful discernment, we decided to start the process. On Christmas Eve, Bill* and I left the hospital with Andrew. It didn’t take long before there was no doubt in our minds that he was our son, the greatest gift from God! We can’t imagine loving a child whom we conceived more than we love Andrew.
We can’t imagine loving a child whom we conceived more than we love Andrew.
St. Mary’s Respect Life Ministry will hold its next regular meeting on Wednesday, March 19th, at 7:00 PM, in the St. John Paul II Room of the Parish Center. Please join us — and bring a friend — as we explore ways to promote our mission at St. Mary’s:
Our mission is to build a civilization of love and life which upholds the dignity and inviolability of all innocent human life, seeks objective moral Truth, embraces the value of redemptive sufering, and yearns for the fullness of life in eternal communion with God the Creator.
For more information about St. Mary’s Respect Life Ministry, email RespectLife@StMary.ws
Confdential, compassionate post-abortion help is available. Do not lose hope! Visit: drvcLife.org/ProjectRachel
Society of St.
Vincent de Paul
THE NEXT SVDP MEETING IS WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12TH, at 7:00 PM in the Marian Room.
New members are always welcome!
We invite you to explore the St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Mary’s Church. Tere are no special qualifcations to join, other than the desire to join with others in helping Neighbors in need. As a group, we meet monthly. Come decide for yourself if God is calling you to this special Ministry.
In today’s Gospel, Jesus overcomes the temptations to wealth, power and esteem. As we begin Lent, may we open our hearts to the grace of prayer, fasting and almsgiving.Your gift in the St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box will help the poor to celebrate the grace of God’s love this Easter.
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. Tank 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, eforts, and resources are dedicated to these values: Charity. Unity. Fraternity. Patriotism.
We come from diferent 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 Cliford at Maclif56@gmail.com
Are You Interested in Serving St. Mary’s as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion (EM) or a Lector?
Te 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 to tell him of your interest in becoming an EM and/or Lector and give the date and location of the training session(s) you prefer
For Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Part A and Lectors
Saturday, March 29th - Immaculate Conception in Westhampton Beach - 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Tursday, April 3rd - St. Agnes in Rockville Centre7:00 - 10:00 PM
Tuesday, April 8th - St. Elizabeth in Melville - 7:00 - 10:00 PM
For Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Part B
Saturday, March 29th - Immaculate Conception in Westhampton Beach - 1:00 - 4:00 PM**
Tuesday, April 29th - St. Elizabeth in Melville - 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Tursday, May 8th - St. Agnes in Rockville Centre7:00 - 10:00 PM
First Sunday of Lent
Romans 10:8-13:”Brothers and Sisters, what does Scripture say? Te word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart-that is, the word of faith that we preach-, for, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” So, call upon the Lord to help strengthen your marriage. We can be taught and trained to be a better spouse. Check out a Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME.org). It can help you in your communication, teach you many skills, and also help you to grow in intimacy and in faith with one another. Some of the dates to sign up are:
March 21-23, 2025 in Burlington, VT
April 25-27, 2025 in East Sandwich, MA
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/.
