Church of Saint Mary Parish Bulletin: June 25, 2023

CHURCH of SAINT MARY

The Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Reverend Father Robert A. Romeo | Pastor

Reverend Father Dominik Wegiel | Parochial Vicar

Reverend Father Kingsley Nwanwa | Parochial Vicar

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: 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. Kingsley Nwanwa

Parochial Vicar

627-0385 | ext. 1089 frkingsley@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

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 traftery@stmary.ws

The Schools of Saint Mary Nursery through 12th Grade

Very Rev. Dom Elias Carr, Can. Reg., Ph.D. 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, “Do not be afraid.” (Matthew 10:31)

In our Gospel today, Jesus is sending out the Disciples as Missionaries. They are commissioned to preach the Word. They are sent out with a promise. The promise is that God is with them and will offer them His strength and comfort. St. Matthew expresses this ultimate love the Father has for us by reminding us that “even the hairs on our heads are counted.” This is an assurance of God’s attentiveness to all of our lives. Jesus is encouraging us to keep strong in faith through hard times caused by the opposition our Catholic teachings and values face in the world. Jesus assures us that God’s loving care will always be with us. We hear this same reassurance in our Old Testament reading from the prophet Jeremiah. Jeremiah experiences the taunting and persecution of those to whom he was called to preach. Yet, in the midst of this difficult and challenging situation, he proclaims “the Lord is with me, like a mighty champion.”

Fear in the face of suffering, especially from persecution, is natural. Still, three times Jesus issues instructions about not being afraid. “Do not be afraid.” Matthew was addressing his community’s present situation: there was reason to be afraid; they were being persecuted for their faith. Ultimately, in the final judgment, Jesus assures his followers, the truth will come out. Meanwhile, they will endure suffering because they are his followers and must still proclaim the truth openly: “proclaim on the housetops.”

Discipleship is never easy. Like Jeremiah, we will experience the taunting of the world as we proclaim the splendor of truth in Jesus. At times, it may seem that evil has the upper hand. We can surely look around our world and become discouraged or even fearful at the path the world is taking. Yet, we are reminded to not be afraid. Our job as missionaries is to boldly proclaim the message of Jesus. That message, as we know, is not always warmly embraced by the culture. We, as Catholics, can certainly be persecuted for our embracing of the causes for life especially as we stand up for the voiceless in our society. Our stance on abortion, euthanasia, and capital punishment speaks of our concern for those who, at times, have no advocates in power. When we defend the definition of marriage between one man and one woman, fight to eliminate poverty, work for racial equality and justice, we can be ridiculed as we stand up for God’s natural law. In a time when our very religious freedoms are challenged, we speak out and pray.

But our hope is renewed as we move forward. It is not the world we need to please, but only God. Strengthened by our resolve to do the Lord’s will, we joyfully and lovingly move forward. We live both by faith because we do not see evil yielding to goodness and the hope that, as Jesus says, “I will acknowledge you before my Father.” He assures us that, until the final reckoning, God is with us, knows us more intimately than any human. What human, no matter how close, knows the number of hairs on our heads? God knows us, God is with us, and so we have hope as we stand up for Jesus and face the difficulties life throws at us for being his disciples.

The first step of discipleship is to live a life of truthfulness. Does it mean we are prefect? No, but we must always be willing to look at our lives in relationship to our faith in Jesus. It is not easy, as we know; take strength from the words of Jesus, “do not be afraid.” Boldly proclaim the teachings of Jesus and the Church. Know how much God loves you and that He will never abandon you!

With that in mind, let us continue to dialogue in openness and honesty and let us together make a better world. Jesus would want nothing less and neither would any person of good will.

Two weekends ago, it was a time of great joy for our diocese. We are grateful to Almighty God for the three men ordained to the priesthood.

As you know, our Bishop John Barres has declared that the month of June is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. May we always find in that loving heart the font of mercy and forgiveness.

In Jesus, Fr. Bob

J Stewards of God’s Gifts

In today’s Gospel, Jesus tells us to not worry or be afraid. We should focus on our souls and doing what we can to live a life pleasing to God.

Living Stewardship ~ Pillar of Hospitality: This week invite someone to come to Mass with you. It could be a friend, child, sibling or parent—just make the invite!

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

Have you enrolled yet? Visit www.faithdirect.net. Our parish code is NY281.

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 collection for Sunday, June 18, 2023 amounted to $25,713.00. The collection for Sunday, June 19, 2022 amounted to $22,156.00. Church of Saint Mary

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.

Masses and Special Intentions

Stephen Sheehan

Sandy Pittman

Moira Feely

Kristin O’Shea O’Keefe

Jaxson Rivera

Ronald Grubert

Josephine Arkwright

Anna Forte

Masses for the Week

Monday, June 26th

Gn 12:1-9, Mt 7:1-5

9:00 AM | Father’s Day Novena

Tuesday, June 27th

Theresa Fallon

Christine Marchese

Thomas Hyland

Nina Marie

Maria DeAngelis

James McCabe

Chuck Sockett

Marguerite Barone

Vincent Nicky O’Donnell

Laarni Melliza

Donna Chesney

Erica Klock

Jacob Rivera

Dr. Michael O’Grady

Peggy Flynn

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

Louis Starace, Sr.

Warren Webster, Sr.

Lori D. Larocca

Frank Caulson

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., HM2, USN

McKievear, Gary, LT, USA

Millau, Jeffrey, PFC, USMC Morris, Jr., Brian J., MAC, 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

St. Cyril of Alexandria, Bishop & Doctor of the Church

Gn 13:2, 5-18, Mt 7:6, 12-14

9:00 AM | Father’s Day Novena

Wednesday, June 28th

St. Irenaeus, Bishop & Martyr

Gn 15:1-12, 17-18, Mt 7:15-20

9:00 AM | Mario Reali

Thursday, June 29th

Ss. Peter & Paul, Apostles

Acts 12:1-11, 2 Tm 4:6-8, 17-18, Mt 16:13-19

9:00 AM | Yolanda Spinetta

Friday, June 30th

The First Martyrs of the Holy Roman Church

Gn 17:1, 9-10, 15-22, Mt 8:1-4

9:00 AM | Tadeusz Arkadiusz Bedkowski

Saturday, July 1st

St. Junipero Serra, Priest

First Saturday

Gn 18:1-15, Mt 8:5-17

9:00 AM | Edna Dorothea Aiello

5:00 PM | Hope Della Ratta

Jean Wheaton

Thomas J. Flynn, Sr.

Tom & Dorothy Golden

Paul & Mary Petrilla

Reta Dorsey

Sunday, July 2nd

The Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

2 Kgs 4:8-11, 14-16a, Rom 6:3-4, 8-11, Mt 10:37-42

7:30 AM | People of the Parish

9:00 AM | Jerome John Selke

10:30 AM | Marie Candilora

John Dazzo

David Quinzi

Cheryl Levulis

Robert Symmons

Dorothy Heiskell

12:00 Noon | Purgatorial Society

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.

Cover: The Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Artist: Image Courtesy of LPi.

The Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time | June 25, 2023

Be a sign of mercy.

Second Collection Next Weekend for Peter’s Pence

The Holy Father’s charitable outreach to victims of war, migrants and refugees, and the poor affected by illness and natural disasters is supported by contributions to the Peter’s Pence Collection. When you participate in the collection, you join Catholics across the globe in supporting the pope’s mission of mercy as well as the activities of the Holy See’s dicasteries that assist his ministry. Please be generous.

Bread & Wine

are offered this week in loving memory of Roy Boelstler Church

Readings and Questions for Faith Sharing on the Thirteenth

Sunday in Ordinary Time

Reading I: 2 Kings 4:8-11, 14-16a “Can something be done for her?”

Reading II: Romans 6:3-4, 8-11

You too must think of yourselves as dead to sin and living for God in Christ Jesus.

Gospel: Matthew 10:37-42

Whoever receives you receives me, and whoever receives me receives the one who sent me.

Question for Adults:

Am I prepared to endure ridicule or persecution for speaking the Word of God?

Question for Children:

How can we be like the woman of Shunem, who was generous and hospitable?

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 Rosary Society Welcomes New Board Members on July 1st

With their term of office beginning on July 1st, St. Mary’s Rosary Society welcomes our new Board members for the 2023-2025 term:

Prinzipia Duggan President

Joanne Wachowicz Vice President

Ann Marie Keating Membership Secretary

Susan Martinez Treasurer

Alaina Finamore Secretary

We offer prayers and good wishes for our new leadership, and look forward to another season of fellowship and blessings when we return to our events in September. Wishing all our members a blessed, relaxing, and enjoyable summer, Marijo Lantier, (Past) President

The Rosary Society’s Statue of Our Lady of Fatima

In 2017, the centennial anniversary of the apparition of our Lady at Fatima, St. Mary’s Rosary Society received the gift of a beautiful statue of Our Lady of Fatima. This statue is a traveling statue, and came to us with the requirement that its presence be shared throughout our parish. The statue of Our Lady has been “visiting” with Rosarians and St. Mary’s friends and families in their homes since that time. For those whom Mary has visited, she has brought peace, hope, comfort, strength and renewed faith.

Would

You Like a Special Visit

with the

Statue?

As the Rosary Society continues this ministry, please let us know if you would like a special visit with the statue of Our Lady of Fatima in your home. For more information please contact Rosarian Mary Lou de Venoge by Email at: doggonelab@msn.com

RCIA and Adult Faith Formation

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Sister Teresa plans to open the next program for adults who wish to be baptized into the Catholic Faith on Tuesday evening, September 12th. If you or someone you know would like to join the process to become Catholic or to complete the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist) or even to learn more about the Catholic Faith give her a call and make an appointment to come in and talk to her about the process.

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.

Parish Social Ministry

Our Food Pantry is running low on many items. We are in need of

Tomato Sauce

Grape Jelly Cookies

Crackers

Pancake Syrup

Salad Dressing

Oatmeal

Tuna

Instant Coffee

Snacks

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Jell-O

Ketchup

Icing

Toilet Paper

In the Gospel today, we hear Jesus say: “Everyone who acknowledges me before others I will acknowledge before my heavenly Father.” This week, know that you will bringing hope to the poor by your gift to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.

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.

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Promises of the Sacred Heart of Jesus to Families Who Honor His Most Sacred Heart

• I will give them all the graces necessary for their state of life.

• I will establish peace in their families.

• I will bless every house in which a picture of My Heart shall be exposed and honored.

• I will console them in all their difficulties.

• I will be their refuge during life and especially at the hour of death.

• I will shed abundant blessings upon all their undertakings.

• Sinners shall find in My Heart a fountain and boundless ocean of mercy.

• Tepid souls shall become fervent.

• Fervent souls shall rise speedily to great perfection.

• I will give to priests the power of touching the hardest hearts.

• Those who propagate this devotion shall have their names written in My Heart, never to be blotted out.

• I promise thee, in the excessive mercy of My Heart, that My all-powerful love will grant to all who communicate on the first Friday of the month for nine consecutive months the grace of final penitence; they shall not die in My displeasure nor without the sacraments. My Divine Heart shal be their safe refuge in this last moment.

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with Benediction

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

The Feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus was celebrated on June 16th this year with the whole month of June dedicated to Him. The

Mary’s Making Moves: Campus-wide Reimagining

Since the Church of Saint Mary was first established in 1853, this faithful community has continued to grow and develop over the years to include St. Mary’s Elementary School in 1926 and High School in 1949. Now, on the eve of the Elementary School’s centennial celebration and the High School’s 75th anniversary, Fr. Bob, the pastor, has announced a massive campus-wide reimagining, setting in motion an innovative set of shifts that will best serve the Schools of St. Mary and shepherd the community into the next chapter of Catholic Education on Long Island.

The St. Mary’s campus, which boasts three school buildings beyond the Church at 1300 Northern Boulevard, is both a historical and modern-day Manhasset landmarka beacon resting at the southern end of Plandome Road. Alongside Fr. Bob, Fr. Elias, president of the Schools; school administrators; multiple committees of parents and alumni; and dedicated parishioners have all played a part in identifying these shifts at every level to maximize the impact of a high quality St. Mary’s education in the year 2024 and beyond.

At the High School level, construction plans are underway to reclaim the third floor of Marist Hall, previously occupied by religious brothers of the Marist Order. Under the one roof, St. Mary’s High School students will benefit from increased unity, security, and academic cohesion.

Additionally, the High School will launch the Catholic Entrepreneurship and Design Experience (CEDE) Program from the Ciocca Center for Principled Entrepreneurship at the Busch Business School of the Catholic University of America. Fr. Elias stated, “At its core, CEDE is an education in discerning desires. As the students come to better understand their motivations – what they want – CEDE also inspires them to think about how they can use their gifts and desires to respond creatively to needs in our society.”

Middle School students will have a new home in Immaculata Hall, formerly the all-girls high school building, where the opportunity for growth is limitless. Middle school students - grades 6, 7 and 8 - will reach their greatest potential and grow in independence while learning in a more mature space with flexible classrooms and common areas for socializing and studying independently. A building and program specifically designed with middle school students in mind will strike the perfect balance for young people at a critical time in their development. Parent partnership, age appropriate celebrations and activities, as well as continued collaboration with St. Mary’s High School and mentorships with elementary school students will assure that middle school students get the most out of their change of address.

The Elementary School building will be taking full advantage of its newly vacated classrooms in the former middle school wing by transforming classrooms into various resource rooms, dedicated spaces for reading and math application, movement, and other enrichment activities. With the additional classroom space, the Elementary School will also be soft-launching its Cherubs Program in September 2023 which will look to serve infants and toddlers as well as their parents and caregivers with weekly classes before students are ready for Nursery classes at age 3.

Perhaps the most exciting and impactful move is the construction of three chapels on campus - one in each building for the High School, Middle School, and Elementary School. With such easy access to a chapel, students of all ages will be able to deepen their personal relationship with God, know Jesus more intimately, and find prayer becoming a stronger part of their daily lives. When asked about the impact of the new chapels, Fr. Bob said, “We are very excited that our young people will have more time for prayer in the presence of our Lord.”

All campus movement is scheduled to begin as soon as students head off for summer vacation this week. Come September, the Schools of St. Mary will be ready with a fresh face to welcome back its returning students as well as new students and their families who wish to move with us and experience the power of a rigorous, innovative, and cheerful St. Mary’s education, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ.

With four distinct programs, St. Mary’s is ready to pave the way for the next chapter of Catholic Education on Long Island.

Parish News

170 Years and Countless Blessings for the Church of Saint Mary

Almost 200 guests gathered at the picturesque manhasset bay yacht club on saturday, june 10, 2023, to celebrate the 170th anniversary of the Church of Saint Mary and recognize Mrs. Catherine Morrissey as this year’s Parish Gala honoree.

With parishioners, clergy, religious, school community members, and friends of St. Mary’s present, the evening was spectacular from start to finish. The guests’ excitement set the tone for the night with joyful well-wishes for the continued blessings and success of the parish, which has existed since 1853 and now ministers to 11,000 Catholics in Manhasset.

During the celebration, Fr. Bob presented Cathy Morrissey with the Magnificat Award, which recognizes individuals in the parish whose lives exemplify St. Mary’s “yes” in their own lives.

“Cathy’s devotion to her faith and family exudes her love for our Blessed Mother and is personified in following Christ’s message of hope and evangelization in the Church and her daily actions. Through her good works sharing the message of the Gospel with adults and children alike, we bestow this year’s Magnificat Medal upon Cathy in recognition of her boundless energy, faith-filled and charitable efforts.”

Upon receiving the prestigious medal, Cathy humbly thanked Fr. Bob for his words and for recognizing her devotion to the Blessed Mother. “Those of you who know how very much I love Our Lady will understand I could not be more delighted if I won the Nobel Prize tonight.” She continued, “For me to accept this medal with the grace it deserves, I believe I must share the honor – first of all, with Mary, whose very real power has been keeping an eye on me for years and who has been bringing me deeper into the love of her Son since joining this parish.” In addition to thanking her husband, Brian, of 43 years, and her entire family, it

was with much humility and grace that Cathy shared, “this night is not just about one individual, it is the recognition of our entire parish community. We, parishioners, parents, family members, seniors, kids, teens, administrators, teachers, staff, religious sisters, and our exceptional priests make up St. Mary’s. The whole is far greater than any one part. Our parish and schools are undoubtedly successful because of the gifts each of us commits to St. Mary’s.”

We want to express our sincere gratitude to the Morrissey Family, the Gala co-chairs, the committee, and staff members for their hard work organizing this special evening. We are thankful to everyone who attended, donated to our raffles, underwrote, or sponsored the event. Our Parish Gala was a tremendous success because of your support!

Children’s Liturgy of the Word

Today is the last Sunday of the season that Children’s Liturgy of the Word will take place at the 9:00 AM Mass. Special thanks to our prayer leaders Tintin Bariso, Tara Baranello, Dianna Figueroa-Russo, Anita Gallo, Rosemary Mascali, and Gianna Saphia who worked lovingly and diligently to bring the Word of God to our little ones. Wishing everyone a blessed summer. See you in September!

Let the little children come to me... (Matthew 19:14)

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With Gratitude to Our Sponsors, Underwriters, & Donors

PARISH GALA 2023

GOLD SPONSORS

Mary Lou & Marc de Venoge

Barbara & Karlo Duvnjak

Josephine & Santo Gentile

Amy & Tim Murphy

Mary & Gene Murphy

SILVER SPONSORS

Maureen & Steve Hannan

WHITE SPONSORS

Jeanne & Larry Ceriello

Carol & Brian Dunning

Jo & John Iacono

Mary Kerry O’Brien

John J. and Dorothy M. Scully

FRIEND SPONSORS

Mary Jo & Sean Collins

Deborah & John Kucharczyk

William Miller

Maureen Smith

UNDERWRITING

Flowers:

Michael Petruzillo, Jr.

Roseann Russo, MD

Patricia & Joseph Sciortino

Invitations:

Janice & Thomas Milone

SPONSOR A PRIEST

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Eileen & Thomas Russo

Christine & Richard Tashjian

Catherine Volin

William Urig

IN KIND DONORS

Adirondack Flagpoles Co

| Danny Kaifetz

Americana Manhasset

Ayhan’s Shish Kebab Restaurant

Bach to Rock

Blue Moon Martial Arts

Bob’s Photos

Bonsai Restaurant

Sean Collins

Consolation Mininstry

Nancy & Paul Cuneo

Jan Cuomo

Daughters of Mary

Carol & Brian Dunning

Connie Foley

Francesco’s Bakery

Marie & Peter Franzoni

Jo & John Iacono

Mary Frances & John Jeffrey

JTX Nails

Kathleen & Michael Kosciusko

Marijo Lantier

Molloy University

Sue Mellon

NY Islanders

Painting With Flowers

Port Washington

Elizabeth Parella

Christine Pepe

Port Pop Up Boutique

Port Tiki Boat

Raindew

Refresh Nail Salon

Root Down Rise Up

| Jackie Foschi

Rosary Society

Sands Point Preserve

Saucy Rascals

Elizabeth & Terrence Schuerer

Shields Plumbing & Hardware

Shop ‘Round the Corner

Maureen Smith

Karen & Derek Solon

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Steiner’s Pastry Shop

The Giving Basket

| Elizabeth Tagios

The Rabbit’s Foot

The Schools of Saint Mary

Town and Country Florist

Vita Medical Spa

Joanne & Edward Wachowicz

Willistons’

LECTIO DIVINA

Join Bishop Andrzej

For Scripture Reflection Series PART II

Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at 7:30 pm - ZOOM webinar

Bible Study Verses

MARY

Meditating the Word Gospel of Luke 2: 1-20

The Visit of the Shepherds

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Matt 10:26-33: “Do not be afraid. You are worth more than many sparrows. Everyone who acknowledges me before others, I will acknowledge them before my heavenly father.” God can help you in your life as well as in your relationships. Pray together, share your fatih and love with your spouse. To enrich your marriage and find out how to grow in your faith more, check out a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience. The dates are:

August 11-13, 2023 in Storrs, CT

August 25-27, 2023 in Vermont

September 22-24, 2023 in Huntington, NY

October 20-22, 2023 in Vermont

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 Chuck & Maria Reiss at 631-486-8607 or https:// wwmenyli.org/.

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Another marriage-saving weekend is coming to the Metro/New York Area:

September 8-10, 2023

November, 4-6 2022

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Retrouvaille

(Retro vi – French for rediscover)

Because No Marriage is Beyond Hope

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.