Church of Saint Mary Parish Bulletin: June 2, 2024

CHURCH of SAINT MARY

The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

June 2, 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,

“Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me and I in him.” ( John 6:56)

Last week we celebrated the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, which is not meant to simply be explained, but rather encountered as mystery. A mystery that is meant to be pondered so as to draw us into the mystery of God. Today, we celebrate another Solemnity that is meant more to be pondered than explained. This Solemnity of Corpus Christi, or the Body and Blood of Christ, doesn’t need theological explanations; they will never be enough. What we need is faith and trust. Trust that the Word of Jesus is true.

Many Christians believe that Jesus was speaking metaphorically and not literally about His Body and Blood and that He meant to feed on the “Word” that He came to preach. While the Word is certainly important and that understanding would be easier to accept, it is certainly NOT what Jesus intended. If it were, He would have clarified His teaching when many who could not accept it turned away. What Jesus says is to reiterate more strongly His words and this teaching. After many leave Him, He turns to the Apostles and says, “Will you leave me, too?” This would have been the opportune moment to explain a different teaching to His Disciples so they would understand more clearly. Yet, there is no other explanation offered. So we conclude from this teaching and others in the Scriptures that Jesus does indeed want to give us His very Self as food for our journey. Jesus never said this is a symbol of my Body and Blood, but rather IT IS My Body and Blood. This teaching has been believed and taught from the earliest days in the life of the Church. We share this continual believe in the Real and True presence of Jesus in the Eucharist with our Orthodox sisters and brothers. As the Churches founded by Jesus, we have kept faithful to this beautiful yet difficult teaching. St. Ignatius of Antioch (c.110 A.D.) says “The Eucharist is the Flesh of our Savior Jesus Christ, flesh which suffered for our sins and which the Father, in His goodness, raised up again.”

Like the Trinity, we again encounter mystery. Theologians have attempted to help us grasp this mystery through the teaching of Transubstantiation. This states that the accidents (external presence) remain the same but their substance changes into the Body and Blood of Jesus. So bread still looks and tastes like bread but is, in reality, the Body of Christ. The same would be true for the accidents of the wine and its change into the Blood of our Lord.

Again, this is helpful but falls short of the beauty of what Jesus intends. What we need is faith to see past the accidents and to believe what Jesus intends. Faith acknowledges this great and wondrous Sacrament so that He may become part of us, as food for our journey, and that hopefully we become what we eat and drink...namely more like Jesus Himself.

So, what do we believe? After the priest calls down the Holy Spirit on the gifts of bread and wine, they truly BECOME the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus Himself. Not a symbol, not a mirror of something else, BUT Jesus Himself. St. John Chrysostom (c. 344 A.D.), addressing some who doubted and needed proof of this great Mystery says, “Some of you say, I wish I could see His shape, His appearance, His garments, only look! You see Him! You touch Him! You eat Him! BELIEVE.” A great challenge for each of us. So, as you come to receive Jesus in the Eucharist, ponder while walking up to Communion that you will cradle in your hands or on your tongue the true Body and Blood of our Savior. This awesome and humbling gift is Jesus’ abiding presence to us.

We come to Mass to receive Jesus as Savior and Lord. The prayers and actions of the Liturgy help us to refocus and continue to acknowledge Jesus as Lord and to remind us that we gather to worship this wondrous presence among us. May we stand in awe at this mystery, BUT more importantly, may it cause us to seek Jesus and become more like Him whom we consume.

I encourage you to spend time with Our Lord Jesus present in the tabernacle or at exposition of Blessed Sacrament. It certainly helps us believe more deeply. By the way, as a reminder, exposition is offered each Monday from 3:00 to 5:00 PM in the Church. Come spend time with Jesus.

In Jesus, Our Eucharistic Lord, Fr. Bob

J Stewards of God’s Gifts

In today’s Gospel, we hear about the Institution of the Eucharist.

Living Stewardship ~ Pillar of Prayer: As Catholics, we are called to spread the Truth of the Catholic Faith. The Catholic Church in the United States has embarked on an initiative called the “National Eucharistic Revival.” Pray for the success of this revival - for a renewed faith in the True Presence and for an increase in conversions.

The collection for Sunday, May 26, 2024 amounted to $22,245.00.

The collection for Sunday, May 28, 2023 amounted to $22,277.00.

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

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 Francess

Gabriel Romeo

Ann Shields

Mickey Kennedy

Sarah Horsham

Nina Principe

Cole Marguglio

Sandy Pittman

Richard Atkinson

Anthony Polizzi

Kathy Dellis-Stover

Neil Gillis

Nicolas Inglese

Paul Inglese

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

Gunnar Nolan Patricia 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.

Masses for the Week

Monday, June 3rd

St. Charles Lwanga and Companions, Martyrs 2 Pt 1:2-7, Mk 12:1-12

9:00 AM | Robert Symmons

Tuesday, June 4th

2 Pt 3:12-15a, 17-18, Mk 12:13-17

9:00 AM | Jane Hone

Wednesday, June 5th

St. Boniface, Bishop & Martyr

2 Tm 1:1-3, 6-12, Mk 12:18-27

9:00 AM | Nina Rubinstein

Thursday, June 6th

St. Norbert, Bishop 2 Tm 2:8-15, Mk 12:28-34

7:00 AM | Patricia Brennan

9:00 AM | Rita Rottmund

Friday, June 7th

The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus

First Friday Hos 11:1, 3-4, 8c-9, Eph 3:8-12, 14-19, Jn 19:31-37

9:00 AM | Antonia Randazzo

Saturday, June 8th

The Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary 2 Tm 4:1-8, Lk 2:41-51

9:00 AM | Charlotte Carensac

5:00 PM | Gasper Indelicato

Thomas J. Flynn, Sr.

Margaret & William Moran

Kevin Lucey

Robert Boccafola

Catherine Mahon

Sharon Chillemi

Sunday, June 9th

The Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Gn 3:9-15, 2 Cor 4:13-5:1, Mk 3:20-35

7:30 AM | Gaffney Family (living)

9:00 AM | People of the Parish

10:30 AM | Deceased Members of the Colalillo Family

12:00 Noon | Robert Palma

Jane Hone

Patrick Galvin

Lorraine Pavlakis

Salvatore Lagumina

Michael Sforza

Casey Brosokas

Cover: The Last Supper. Artist: Juan de Juanes (1510-1579).

The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ | June 2, 2024

Novena of Masses

Please hand in the names of those you wish to be remembered in the Father’s Day Novena of Masses by June 16th, Father’s Day. Altar Flowers are offered this week in loving memory of Robert W. Symmons 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 Please

Readings and Questions for Faith Sharing on the Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Reading I: Genesis 3:9-15

I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and hers.

Reading II: 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1 I believed, therefore I spoke.

When I do something wrong, do I seek the forgiveness of Jesus in the Sacrament of Penance Visit the parish website: www.saintmarysmanhasset.org for the latest parish news and events

Gospel: Mark 3:20-35 “Who are my mother and my brothers?”

Question for Adults:

How do I respond when God seeks me out and invites me to reveal myself to him?

Question for Children:

A Special Announcement from Fr. Bob

Dear Parishioners,

Parochial Vicars are assigned to a parish for a short period of time. This practice is intended to give them many varied pastoral experiences before they take on the ministry as pastor of a parish. Unfortunately for us, Fr. Dominik , who came to us as a newly ordained priest, has come to the end of his time here at St. Mary’s and will be transferred at the end of June to St. John the Baptist High School. During his three years here, Fr. Dominik has become part of the fabric of the life of St. Mary’s. His smiling face and welcoming demeanor are seen in his dedicated work with our young people, most especially the students of the Schools of St. Mary. His prayerful celebration of Holy Mass and his insightful preaching has been an inspiration to many. On a personal note, he has been a wonderful addition to the life of the rectory. His sense of humor has added such life and laughter to our meals together. His care and concern have been extended to me, especially when back and knee problems have made some of my movements difficult. His departure is certainly a sad moment for all of us, but we are grateful to Almighty God for the time he has spent with us. Let us pray for a continued fruitful ministry in his new assignment.

I Am pleased to announce that Fr. Anthony Saliba, who was here in the summer of 2015, has been assigned as the new Parochial Vicar. We look forward to his arrival this summer.

Fr. Raf will be returning from Poland when his new visa is issued. I hope for him to return sometime in September.

I am planning small receptions after the Masses on June 22nd and 23rd for us to bid farewell and to thank Fr. Dominik for sharing his priesthood with us. Details coming soon in the bulletin and parish website.

In Jesus and Mary, Fr. Bob

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

If you would like the Rosarians to pray for a special intention, please e-mail us at rosarysociety@stmary.ws. Invest 20 minutes of your day to pray the Rosary, and see the difference it will make in your life.

Closing Mass -Thursday, June 13th

11:30 AM Recitation of the Rosary, 12:00 Noon Mass Light Lunch to follow in the Marian Room

Once again, we ask our talented Rosarians to start baking, and provide some delicious desserts. Please let us know if you are able to help with this.

MR. & MRS. SANTO GENTILE Recipients of the 2024 Church of Saint Mary

Magnificat Award

“Josephine and Santo not only share an exemplary devotion to each other but also to their faith and family in following Christ’s message of hope and evangelization beyond the Catholic Church. Through their ability to share the Gospel message daily by example and most often quietly assisting those in need, we bestow this year’s Magni fi cat Award upon Josephine and Santo in recognition of their faith-fi lled and charitable efforts.” –REV. FR. ROBERT A. ROMEO, PASTOR

Josephine Gentile’s existence as the first child and girl in her family was full of responsibilities and the hidden workload of the family’s needs. Her discipline and obedience to her family were of saintly proportions. Without the existence of a high school in her small town of Ispica, with a population of less than 16,000, she dreamt of the day she could begin her formal studies beyond the southeastern corner of Sicily. At 15 years old, Josephine’s father, working in the United States as a mason, had finally earned enough money to have his family join him. Upon her arrival in this country, she immediately enrolled in high school, speaking no English, and graduated a year early. Josephine worked during the day and attended college at night to pursue a degree in accounting. To her dismay, the reality of a woman working as an accountant at that time was discouraged and not conducive to raising their two children, Ronald and David. She became a mathematics teacher and also obtained a Master’s Degree in French. Her ability to focus, pivot, and achieve was just the beginning of a successful career as an educator and administrator, followed by a self-made real estate business and management company with a vast portfolio of residential and commercial properties, which continue to grow and expand in Brooklyn.

Santo Gentile was born in South Brooklyn, the second child of four and the first and only son of Sicilian immigrants. As a child, settling down in Brooklyn among all the other Italian immigrants was familiar and comfortable. His family only spoke

Sicilian in the house while the Italian radio station WOV played in the background day and night. Learning English was part of the Catholic School curriculum at Sacred Heart, St. Stephen’s grammar school, while in the play yard and on the streets, he and his friends conversed in Sicilian. Santo was expected to learn a trade, as college was never considered an option. He attended Grady Vocational High School on the auto mechanic track and worked at the Brooklyn Eagle, a newspaper publishing company in downtown Brooklyn. Even though working at the publisher was a side job, he started as a messenger boy and, after graduating, was offered the night shift as a galley boy. This position eventually led to a good job as a lithographer in Manhattan, earning more money than most heads of the household in his early twenties.

Although being drafted into the Army was considered a drag and a total inconvenience to Santo, it became a blessing in disguise. He could reflect, expand his horizons, and prioritize his future. He was stationed at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, and his first letter was to his future wife and soul mate, Josephine. At the time of the first letter, Santo and Josephine had only met once briefly four years prior and exchanged a few words. This meeting of the families occurred at Santo’s parents’ home and would be considered uneventful for Josephine since she was young and was sitting at the kitchen table trying to get her homework done. Unbeknownst to her, her impression on the 20-year-old tall, strong, and handsome Santo would be everlasting. The countless letters that followed would become the foundation of their love for each other.

Once discharged from the Army and able to marry his true love, Josephine, Santo would complete

his college education at night to become an accountant and eventually pass the CPA exam. Leaving a job as a pressman, earning three times as much, he took an entry level position as a junior accountant at the age of 33 years old, a difficult decision at that time, but eventually paid off as he built a thriving accounting firm with over 35 employees and thousands of happy clients.

In addition to their business success, Josephine and Santo are known for their humanitarian efforts, supporting scholarships, donating to the poor, funding church projects, and sponsoring medical missions to impoverished countries to save lives. Like Ispica, Mr. and Mrs. Gentile are hidden jewels in today’s world, promoting Christian values in everything they do.

Fr. Bob expressed his deep gratitude for the couple. He said, “Josephine and Santo not only share an exemplary devotion to each other but also to their faith and family in following Christ’s message of hope and evangelization beyond the Catholic Church. Through their ability to share the Gospel message by example and most often quietly assisting those in need, we bestow this year’s Magnificat Award upon Josephine and Santo in recognition of their faith-filled and charitable efforts.”

To join the parish of St. Mary’s in honoring Josephine and Santo Gentile and the blessings they bring to the community, you can attend the Gala or make a meaningful donation in their name. Event tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available online at saintmarysmanhasset.org or by calling the Office of Development at 516-627-4605.

CHURCH OF SAINT MARY

Parish GALA

LEVELS OF PARTICIPATION

SPONSORSHIPS

PLATINUM SPONSOR $15,000

Ten tickets plus platinum full page journal ad, recognition in Program and at event

GOLD SPONSOR $10,000

Eight tickets plus gold full page journal ad, recognition in Program and at event

SILVER SPONSOR $7,500

Six tickets plus silver full page journal ad, recognition in Program and at event

BRONZE SPONSOR $5,000

Four tickets plus bronze full page journal ad, recognition in Program and at event

WHITE SPONSOR $2,500

Four tickets plus white full page journal ad, recognition in Program and at event

FRIEND OF SAINT MARY’S $1,000

Two tickets plus full white page journal ad, recognition in Program and at event

UNDERWRITING OPPORTUNITIES

DINNER $7,500

PRINTING $5,000

COCKTAIL HOUR $ 3,000

BAND $2,000

FLOWERS $1,000

INVITATIONS $500

JOURNAL ADS

OUTSIDE BACK COVER $7,500

INSIDE FRONT COVER $5,000

INSIDE BACK COVER $5,000

PLATINUM FULL PAGE $2,500

GOLD FULL PAGE $1,500

SILVER FULL PAGE $1,000

BRONZE FULL PAGE $750

FULL WHITE PAGE $500

HALF PAGE $250

BUSINESS CARD $125

LISTING $50

EVENT PRICING

INDIVIDUAL TICKETS $175

JUNIOR & SENIOR TICKETS $125

(Under 30 and over 80 years old)

SPONSOR A PRIEST/RELIGIOUS $125

TO BECOME A SPONSOR, UNDERWRITER, JOURNAL SUPPORTER OR TO PURCHASE TICKETS PLEASE VISIT SAINTMARYSMANHASSET.ORG OR SCAN THE CODE ABOVE.

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

EUCHARISTIC THANKSGIVING TO THE HOLY TRINITY

Most Holy Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, behold us prostrate in your divine presence. We humble ourselves profoundly and beg you to forgive our sins.

We adore you, Almighty Father, and with hearts overflowing we thank you that you have given us your divine Son Jesus to be our Redeemer, and that he bequeathed himself to us in the most holy Eucharist even to the end of the world, revealing to us the wondrous love of his heart in this mystery of faith and love.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen.

O Word of God, Jesus our Redeemer, we adore you and with hearts overflowing we thank you for having taken human flesh upon yourself and having become both Priest and Victim in the sacrifice of the Cross, for our redemption: a sacrifice which, through the overflowing love of your Sacred Heart, you renew upon our altars every moment.

O High Priest, divine Victim, give us the grace to honor your holy sacrifice in the most sacred Eucharist with the homage of Mary most holy and of all your holy Church, triumphant, suffering and militant. We offer ourselves wholly to you; of your infinite goodness and mercy accept our offering, unite it to your own and grant us your blessings.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen

O Divine Spirit the Paraclete, we adore you and with hearts overflowing we give you thanks that you have, with such great love for us, brought about the ineffable blessings of the Incarnation of the Word of God, a blessing which is being continually extended and enlarged in the most holy Sacrament of the Eucharist. By this adorable mystery of love of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, grant to us and all poor sinners your holy grace. Pour forth your holy gifts upon us and upon all redeemed souls, and in an especial manner upon the visible head of the Church, the Pope, upon all Cardinals, Bishops and Pastors of souls, upon priests, deacons and all other ministers of your sanctuary, upon those in the religious and consecrated life, and all your people. Amen.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen.

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with Closing Benediction Monday 3:00 - 5:00 PM in the Church

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

THE NEXT SVDP MEETING IS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5TH at 7:00 PM in the Saint John Paul II Room. New members are always welcome! We invite you to explore the St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Mary’s Church. There are no special qualifications 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.

Today as we celebrate the gift of the Body and Blood of Christ let us pray for those who are hungry, malnourished and starving. Is there a family you know who needs assistance? Please call the Society of St. Vincent de Paul so that together we can help those who are 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.

Good Samaritan House

Our pantry is running low on the following items:

Jelly

Jell-O

Chef Boyardee

Thank you so much for your continued generosity!

FOCUS Group Celebrates the End of their 2024 Season with Mass and Lunch

St. Mary’s FOCUS (Friends Offering Care Understanding and Support) group recently hosted a beautiful chapel Mass and luncheon for its members and guests. Father Bob celebrated a beautiful Mass which was inspiring for all who attended. After Mass, the group had lunch in the Marian Room. The event was well attended and it was a great way to wrap up the spring season. If you are interested in joining the FOCUS group, please reach out to Bill Urig at dorisbilljag98@aol.com.

MAY 2024

THE CHURCH OF ST. MARY, MANHASSET HISTORY ARCHIVES PROJECT

YOUR HELP IS NEEDED!

We are still attempting to collect photos, documents, and all kinds of information relating to the history of St. Mary’s, encompassing all aspects of parish activities and ministries, including the Schools of St. Mary’s.

As we look forward to the Centennial celebration of the Elementary School (2026), and the 175th Anniversary of the Parish (2028), our goal is to accumulate not only recent history, but find some missing pieces to fill in the past 170+years.

If you have any of the following from any event, ministry, or of any of the Schools of St. Mary’s, sharing these would be greatly appreciated:

Photos: Celebrations, graduations, sacraments, galas, etc.

Journals, Programs

Announcements (Bulletins not needed)

Newspaper articles

Family remembrances

Information regarding:

The Elementary and High School (s)

Past pastors, priests, nuns, principals, teachers

Clergy & Religious who were parish residents Knights of Columbus, Rosary Society, and other ministries

Any and all of these would be very helpful.

PLEASE NOTE: Any article of information which you wish to be returned can be “digitized” (scanned) and saved, then returned to you. Please include this request with your item with the contact information for its return to you. A box is located in the Parish Office to receive these valuable pieces of our parish’s history.

For more information, please contact either Mary Lou de Venoge 516-993-2706 doggonelab@msn.com or Marijo Lantier 917-496-5640 MALantier510@gmail.com

ST. MARY’S WELCOMES

Those who registered in our parish:

Mr. & Mrs. Jason Ellington

Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Miceli

Mr. & Mrs. Frank Falco and Family

Mr. Salvatore Sorrentino & Ms. Gina Luna

Mr. & Mrs. David Reading

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Ressa

Those

who were baptized:

Matteo Popaj

Sadie Lee Diaz

Luke Matthew Daboll

Jaxon Nicholas Manetta

Those who were enrolled* in our Purgatorial Society:

Cecilia Mbuo Ugbut

Stephen Akessah

Frank Gostic

William Tyler Godfrey

Marilyn Quast

Maria Peluso Maffetone

Lillian Costa

Charles Loughlin

Francis J. Colella

Diane Bossé

Teresa Ottaviani

Lisa Sterns

John Glennon

Mario & Marie Reali

*enrollment begins June 1, 2024

MMER SUMMER

WEEK 1 JUNE 24-28

ART (Grades 1-8)

WEEK 3 JULY 8-12

THEATRE (Week #2)

CHEER/DANCE (Grades 1-8)

BASKETBALL (Grades 3-8)

VOLLEYBALL (Grades 6-9)

ALL SPORTS (Grades 1-8)

WEEK 5 JULY 22-26

BOYS BASKETBALL (Grades 3-8)

GIRLS BASKETBALL (Grades 5-9)

CAMPS C CAAMMPPS S

WEEK 2 JULY 1-5*

THEATRE (Grades 5-9) This is a three-week program

BASKETBALL (Grades 3-8) culminating with a show. Must attend all three weeks.

LACROSSE (Grades 1-8)

ALL SPORTS (Grades 1-8)

*No camps held on July 4.

WEEK 4 JULY 15-19

THEATRE (Week #3)

CHEER/DANCE (Grades 1-8)

VOLLEYBALL (Grades 6-9)

SOCCER (Grades 3-8)

HIKING (Grades 5-9)

The Gift Shop is open

on SUNDAYS

We have beautiful items for All Occasions

The hours are after the 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, & 12:00 Noon Masses. It is located in the Parish Ministry Center below the church.

Any inquiries, please call 526-627-0385 ext. 1033

Corpus Christi

The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ is the most precious gift that God has given to each one of us. Allow God to give you grace in abundance and transform your marriage relationship. Sign up today for the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter experience. You can find one by looking up WWME.org. Some of the dates to sign up are:

June 7-June 9, 2024 in Upton, MA

June 21-June 23, 2024 in Huntington, NY

August 2-4, 2024 in Portland, CT

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/.

Mass Intentions Book for

January 1, 2025 - March 31, 2025 opened on Wednesday, May 29.

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 first 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 consider our other memorial options including Yearly Membership in our Purgatorial Society and Weekly Bread and Wine dedications. Call or visit the Parish Office for details.

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

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