Church of Saint Mary Parish Bulletin: March 31, 2024

CHURCH of SAINT MARY

Christ Is Risen...

He Is Truly Risen

Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord

March 31, 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,

“Christ is Risen…He is Truly Risen!”

For our Eastern Rite Catholics and for the Orthodox, this is the greeting they offer to each other during the Easter Season. What a wonderful way to greet other believers...to proclaim the Resurrection of Jesus. These are my favorite days of the Church. Easter is such a reminder of the New Life Jesus promises. One of the things I love is that the world around us usually proclaims that New Life. If we look around in our gardens, we can see the crocuses and daffodils springing forth from the earth. The world that looked so dead is now bursting with the signs of spring life. Even in our Church, the images, which were shrouded in purple, have now been revealed in the power of the Resurrection.

I hope that these days of celebration don’t pass us by without reflecting on the meaning of Easter. If we truly believe that the Jesus who died on the Cross was raised on Easter, then we have to ask ourselves, “What does it mean for our lives?”

Easter is not a celebration of spring or even of chocolate (as much as I love chocolate); it is the promise of Jesus that even if we die to this life, we have the promise of Life to come. But Eternal Life is a free gift that must be freely accepted on our part. In being accepted, it requires from us a response to God. That response is a turning from sin in our own lives and embracing God’s vision for our lives. It is participating at Mass each week to be nourished by the Real and True Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. It is also living in truth the Gospel, sowing the seeds of the love of Jesus, and living each day knowing how much we ARE loved. It is turning to God in Jesus even when and especially when the world seems to prefer the darkness of sin and death. So that through the faith and power of the Resurrection, we can bring the healing and loving Light of Jesus to our sometimes hurting world. A world that longs for that promised peace. Never succumb to the powers of darkness; you have been enlightened by Jesus…TRUST. Let us reflect and ponder who Jesus is for us and how His presence is lived each day. Be bearers of His message of peace and hope to all you meet. Come to the Table of the Lord!

What a joy it is for me to celebrate Holy Week and Easter with you as your Pastor. I feel so blessed by God for all He has done for me. I am grateful to my staff for all they do to sow the seeds of the Gospel at St. Mary’s. I am also grateful and thankful for all those who give so much of themselves and yet, at times, seem to go unnoticed. I am so touched by the gifts that we share as stewards, and I know it makes this parish the wonderful community that it is.

May we never take our gifts and blessings for granted and may the joy of Easter remain with us long after the flowers have died and the Alleluias fade into the background. We are blessed and redeemed by a God who loves us. What joy that understanding should be for us!

On behalf of myself, Fr. Dominik, Fr. Eddy, the Sister Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist, and the entire staff here at St. Mary’s, we wish you and your families a very blessed and prayerful Easter.

CHRIST IS RISEN…HE IS TRULY RISEN!

In the Resurrected Jesus and Mary, His Mother, Fr. Bob

Stewards of God’s Gifts

Christ is risen, Alleluia!

Living Stewardship ~ Pillar of Service: Now that we have completed our Lenten and Holy Week journeys, be sure to take what you have learned and what you have practiced and make them part of a holy life. Be at service to God and others.

The collection amount for Sunday, March 17, 2024 was not available at the time of the printing of this bulletin.

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

We Care for Our Parish Community

Baptism

We celebrate Baptism at 1:30 PM on the second Sunday of the month and at 12:30 PM on the fourth Saturday of the month as scheduled. Please call the Parish Office at least one month in advance to see if a date is available and to arrange to fill out pre-baptismal paperwork. New parents are required to attend a Baptism preparation session held once every month. Those chosen as sponsors for Baptism should lead lives in harmony with the Catholic faith and the role of Godparent.”

Marriage

At least six months before you plan to be married and before you make arrangements for the reception, please make an appointment with one of the priests to begin the necessary preparations.

Children’s Education

Saint Mary’s Elementary School offers excellent education in the spirit of the Gospel from grades N, Pre-K to Eighth grade. For information call 627-0184.

Empowering Character, Innovation and Leadership in our students, Saint Mary’s High School is a dynamic, contemporary, Catholic value-centered school, combining a commitment to academic excellence and educational innovation, with a passion for learning, and an emphasis on moral character development through the pursuit of truth and discovered in faith and reason. For information call 627-2711.

The Religious Education Program provides excellent formation in the Catholic Faith for children in public or private schools. Preparation for First Holy Communion and Confirmation requires two years. Classes are held at St. Mary’s for Grades 1 through 5 on Tuesdays and Thursdays

4:30-5:30 PM. Classes also meet on Sundays from 9:3010:20 AM for Grades 1 through 8 and on Mondays from 7:00-8:00 PM for Grades 6, 7 and 8. We also offer the option of an online home program for Grades 1 through 7. For information about Grades 1-8 call 627-4028 or email Mrs. Marie Granieri at releddirector@stmary.ws.

Parish Social Ministry

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

Youth Ministry

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

New Parishioners

We welcome new members to the Catholic Church and to Saint Mary’s Parish. If you are new in the area or interested in learning more about the Catholic faith, please call the Parish Office.

Opportunities For Prayer

The Church is open Monday to Friday until 8:45 PM, on Saturday until the end of the 5:00 PM Mass, and on Sunday until 6:00 PM so that we may have the opportunity for quiet prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. The Miraculous Medal Novena is said each Monday following the 9:00 AM Mass. Monday to Saturday the Rosary is said following the 9:00 AM Mass. Eucharistic Adoration is held every Monday from 3:00 to 5:00 PM in the Chapel. On First Saturdays, the Scriptural Rosary is recited following the 9:00 AM Mass.

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Masses and Special Intentions

Theresa Fallon

Christine Marchese

Maria DeAngelis

Donna Chesney

Erica Klock

Jacob Rivera

Jaxson Rivera

Ronald Grubert

Dr. Michael O’Grady

Gladys Jean

Douglas Martocci, Sr.

Katharin Whelan

Carol Furciato

Mason

Tom Fra ncess

Gabriel Romeo

Ann Shields

Mickey Kennedy

Sarah Horsham

Nina Principe

Cole Marguglio

Sandy Pittman

Richard Atkinson

Anthony Polizzi

Kathy Dellis-Stover

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

Donald Zerbarini

Anthony P. Gaggiano

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, April 1st

Monday within the Octave of Easter Acts 2:14, 22-33, Mt 28:8-15

9:00 AM | Frank Sullivan

Tuesday, April 2nd

Tuesday within the Octave of Easter Acts 2:36-41, Jn 20:11-18

9:00 AM | John Collins Lord

Wednesday, April 3rd

Wednesday within the Octave of Easter Acts 3:1-10, Lk 24:13-35

9:00 AM | Vincent Quayle

Thursday, April 4th

Thursday within the Octave of Easter Acts 3:11-26, Lk 24:35-48

9:00 AM | Stan Warshauer

Friday, April 5th

Friday within the Octave of Easter

First Friday Acts 4:1-12, Jn 21:1-14

9:00 AM | Arthur F. Gianelli

Saturday, April 6th

Saturday within the Octave of Easter

First Saturday

9:00 AM | Benaquista and Ferrera Families

5:00 PM | Casey Brosokas

Josephine Arkwright

Martin Gately

James Johnson

Anthony Lopez

Thomas J. Flynn, Sr.

Angelo Madia

Sunday, April 7th

Second Sunday of Easter

Sunday of Divine Mercy Acts 4:32-35, 1 Jn 5:1-6, Jn 20:19-31

7:30 AM | People of the Parish

9:00 AM | William Sanzeri

10:30 AM | Marilyn Herschlein

Theresa Clark

Joseph Labella

Lucille Coluccio

Eugene Rorke

Mary Meed

Robert Palma

12:00 Noon | Purgatorial Society Easter

Cover Art: The Resurrection.

Artist: Carl Heinrich Bloch (1837-1890).

ST. MARY’S GIFT SHOP IS OPEN ON S U N D A Y S AFTER THE 9:00, 10:30 AM, & 12:00 NOON MASSES WE HAVE BEAUTIFUL ITEMS FOR ALL OCCASIONS

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

CLOSED ON EASTER

Bread & Wine

are offered this week in loving memory of William Sanzeri and Mario & Marie Reali

Readings and Questions for Faith Sharing on the Second Sunday of Easter (Sunday of Divine Mercy)

Reading I: Acts of the Apostles 4:32-35

With great power the apostles bore witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word will resume next Sunday, April 7th, at the 9:00 AM Mass.

Happy Easter!

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

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

Reading II: 1 John 5:1-6

For the love of God is this, that we keep his commandments

Gospel: John 20:19-31

Put your finger here and see my hands, and bring your hand and put it into my side, and do not be unbelieving, but believe.

Question for Adults: Do I “see and believe” when I receive the Real and True Body and Blood of Christ in the Eucharist?

Question for Children: What are some ways that I am touched by God’s mercy?

Sunday of Divine Mercy

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

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

Closing Benediction at 4:00pm.

April 7, 2024

Jesus’ Message of Mercy is summarized as ABC:

A- Ask for God’s Mercy

B- Be merciful to others

C- Completely trust in God’s mercy.

The Five Elements of the Message are summarized as FINCH:

F- Feast of Divine Mercy

I- Image of Divine Mercy

N- Novena of Divine Mercy

C- Chaplet of Divine Mercy

H- Hour of Mercy

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

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

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

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

The Chaplet of Mercy

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

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

On the Our Father Beads, say the following words:

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

On the Hail Mary Beads, say the following words:

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

In conclusion, recite these words three times:

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

James O’Brien, Sr.

Dorothy & William Rafferty

Mrs. Elizabeth McCann

Irene & Al Zini

Edward & Rita O’Leary

Jane O’Leary

San Angelo Family

Lantier Family

Frank J. Swierad

Frank & Martin Wadham

Pauleitta Kendrick Phillips

Ruth Boehm Gariepy

Margaret Lothamer Gariepy

Joseph & Dorothy Salat

GiGi Daly

Robert Daly

Dorothy Daly

Domenica Russo

Carmine Russo

John & Emma Racioppo

Jean Manzione

Gaetano & Marc Ribardo

Lorraine Rios-Veve

Patrick J. Crosson, Jr.

Dorothy Hagan

Anna O’Connor

Angelo Papa

Teresa Papa

Howard Miller

Irene Miller

Felix R. Suarez

Dominga, Mariano, Amor, & Barios

Bruno & Margaret Cirillo

Timothy & Mary O’Connor

Eileen O’Connor

Rosemarie Iconis

Easter

Flower Offerings In Memory Of

Pete Iconis

Rose Iconis

Florence Sullivan

Barbara Powers

Pat Maher

Eleanor Kleban

Angela & Anthony Deliso

Glen Anderson

Matthew Anderson

Patricis Medici

Thomas J. Flynn, Sr.

James Flynn

Elizabeth Butler

Albert McGrath

James & Madalynne Imperato

Elissa Imperato Meyers

Joseph & Carmella Maiella

Paul Meyers

Maria & Pietro Verde

Vincent & Marie DeVito

John & Emma Endrizzi

Douglas Corbett

Louis Scannello

Francesco & Carmina Scannello

Rocco & Antonia Sforza

Mike & Phil Sforza

Solinda & Frank Meloni

Mauro Meloni

Vincent C. Bonica

Stanley & Rose Wiencko

Gennaro F. Parrella

Florence H. Lechleider

Hallissy and O’Neill Families

Antionette Zovgi

Carmella Scotto

Diane M. Urban 9/11/01

Frances Cannizzaro & John Joseph Cannizzaro

Dorothy Pullo & Paul

Salvatore & Mary Catalano

Carmine & Antoinette Sosa

Anthony D’Amico

George Bolson

Lucia DeRosa

Annette Riviello

Margaret Morris

William T. Morris, Jr.

Mae Herlihy

Maria Palmadessa

John Palmadessa

Mrs. JoAnn Garramone

Mr. Frank Ferro

Mr. Mario Garramone

Mrs. Vera Haynes

Dr. W.J. Gary, MD

Mrs. Mary Gary

John Gary

Skip Gary

Mary Toronto

Peter Toronto

Luher Budiarjo

Robert Mayo

Elizabeth Runge

Henry Runge

Joseph Benedetto

Cesare Benedetto

Calosso/Ricciuti Families

Jeanette Albanese

Victoria Strocchia

Mr. & Mrs. Pasquale Strocchia

Clara Strocchia

Mr. & Mrs. Philip DeRosa

Anne Catalano

Dr. Thomas Nicosia

Edith & Ed Arienti

Marie & Al Iacono

Marge & Jim Murray

Msgr. John McCann

Anthony Robustelli, Jr.

Chris D’Anna

Dorice D’Anna

Thomas Lourenso

Caldroney Family

Treasured Friends

Mr. & Mrs. W.N. Samela

Mr. G.D. McDonnell

Mr. Justin Samela

Gerald Sauvigne

Ruth Sauvigne

Richard Maher

Frances Maher

Ciro & Julia DeAngelis

Mario & Anna Calcagno

Lou & Kay Calcagno

John Keitz

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

Cheerful Catholic Academic

THE SCHOOLS OF ST. MARY

The Schools of Saint Mary Welcome Provost of Austrian Abbey

Rev. Fr. Robert A. Romeo and the Very Rev. Dom Daniel Stephen Nash, Can. Reg. recently had the honor of welcoming a distinguished guest to the campus. His Grace Abbot Anton Höslinger, the provost of the Klosterneuburg Abbey and the Order of the Augustinian Canons in Austria, made his inaugural Pastoral Visit to Saint Mary’s, which was also the first-ever visit to a school on Long Island.

The excitement leading up to Abbot Anton’s arrival was spirit-filled, as faculty and students alike anticipated meeting the newly appointed provost. He took office in 2023 as the 67th provost of the 12th-century Augustinian Monastery of the Catholic Church, founded by Saint Leopold III, patron Saint of Austria, and his second wife, Agnes of Germany. According to its website, with a rich 900-year history as a religious and cultural center, the Abbey remains stable under its selfgovernance with interests in social and cultural commitments, most notably the conservation of unique art treasures collected over centuries. The Abbey is home to the triptych art piece called the Verdun Altar, made by Nicholas of Verdun, dating back to 1181. Today, the Abbey includes 28 parishes in Lower Austria, Vienna, Norway, and America. The Canonry has 37 members. Their various projects include educating children and young people, housing for the needy, relief aide, three ophthalmic clinics, and efforts to stand up against modern-day slavery.

In December 2023, Provost Höslinger announced the appointment of our previous president, the Very Rev. Dom Elias Carr, Can. Reg., to succeed him as the Abbey’s chief financial officer. Fr. Elias started his new role on January 1, 2024, and Fr. Daniel was named the head of the Schools of Saint Mary.

Abbot Anton celebrated Mass for our Middle and High School students during his visit. He then went on a walking tour of the schools with Fr. Bob and Fr. Daniel, greeting teachers and students. Along the way, he visited the new Chapel in Marist Hall, the administrative and staff offices, and several classrooms.

As a token of their gratitude and welcome wishes for His Grace, the students presented Abbot Anton with beautiful Spiritual Bouquets, thanking him for his first Pastoral Visit to the Schools of St. Mary. The bouquets contained a variety of prayer intentions from across all grade levels, such as the Divine Mercy Chaplet, multiple decades of the Most Holy Rosary, Apostles’ Creed, the Lord’s Prayer, and the Hail Mary. The students also gifted him school spirit wear. He accepted each of the gifts presented to him, and his warm smile showed just how touched he was by the children’s thoughtfulness.

Fr. Bob was pleased to report that Abbot Anton was “impressed with the Catholic identity of the Schools and the work of our students.” We all look forward to welcoming His Grace, Abbot Anton Höslinger, back to St. Mary’s on a future visit to the United States.

TRAVEL/TICKETS

• WEEKEND IN MANHATTAN/HAMPTONS

• SPA/GOLF/FISHING WEEKEND

• HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE

• WINERIES

• SKY DIVING/BUNGEE JUMPING

• WHITE WATER RAFTING

• YACHT/BOAT DAY TRIP

• HELICOPTER TOURS

• THEME PARK TICKETS

• LOCAL RESIDENCE/VILLA/CONDO VACATION

• AQUARIUM/PLANETARIUM/ZOO

SPORTS

• TENNIS/GOLF/RIDING LESSONS

• GOLF FOURSOME AT A FAMOUS COURSE

• AUTOGRAPHED MEMORABILIA

SERVICES

• PERSONAL TRAINER

• BEAUTY SALON SERVICES

• MASON/CARPENTRY/ELECTRICAL

• ROUND TRIP LIMOUSINE TO MANHATTAN

• FLYING LESSONS

• DINNER PARTY AT YOUR HOME

• DINNER/LUNCH FOR TWO OR FOUR

• TREE OR FLOWERS PLANTED AT YOUR HOME

• LOCAL RESTAURANT GIFT CERTIFICATES

• FINE WINES/LIQUOR

• DANCE/MUSIC LESSONS/CLASSES

MISCELLANEOUS

• DESIGNER CLOTHING/HANDBAG/SUNGLASSES

• SPORTING/EXERCISE EQUIPMENT

• LUGGAGE

• FINE JEWELRY/WATCHES

• SKIS/SNOWBOARD

• SMART TV/DVD/BLU-RAY PLAYERS

• COMPUTERS/LAPTOPS/PRINTERS

• IPAD/IPHONE/IPOD

• WII/XBOX/PLAYSTATION

• ART/PAINTINGS/SIGNED PRINTS

• FINE CHINA/CRYSTAL

• FURNITURE/OUTDOOR FURNITURE

• GARDEN SCULPTURES/PLANTERS

• TOYS/JUVENILE FURNITURE

• GARDEN TOOLS/SUPPLIES

• KINDLE/NOOK

• CAMERAS/COMPUTER GAMES

• HOOKED RUGS/QUILTS

• HOLIDAY GIFT BASKETS

• BABY GIFTS

SPECIAL PACKAGES/EXPERIENCES

• DAY SPA

• LUNCH/DINNER ON A BOAT

• CELEBRITY MEMORABILIA

• AUTOGRAPHED CDS/BOOKS/SCRIPTS

• CONDO/CABIN/SKI RESORTS

• LOCAL LIMO/DINNER/OVERNIGHT HOTEL

• CATERED DINNERS

• GOLF PACKAGES

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.

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

SATURDAY, APRIL 20TH

ST. MARY’S ROSARY SOCIETY ANNUAL MASS and COMMUNION BRUNCH

11:30 AM Recitation of the Rosary

12:00 Noon Mass with Induction of New Members and Daughters of Mary Brunch Immediately Following at the North Hempstead Country Club Invitations were mailed the week of March 18th.

Please remember to RSVP!

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

RCIA and Adult Faith Formation

After months of study and prayer, our RCIA candidates received the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Eucharist at the Easter Vigil on Saturday evening. They are now fully initiated Catholics. Please congratulate them and keep them in your prayers.

For more information about RCIA, the prayer group, and other aduly faith formation programs, please contact Sr. Teresa at 516-627-0385, ext. 1010. Her office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM and other times by appointment.

Parish Social Ministry

Our pantry is running low on the following items:

Canned Fruit

Boxed Potatoes

Instant Coffee

Icing Juice Jell-O Mayonnaise Ketchup

Toilet Paper

Paper Towels

Small Bottles of Laundry

Detergent or Pods

Thank you so much for your continued generosity!

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Parish Social Ministry

FOCUS St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon

It was also Sr. Teresa’s birthday!

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

THE NEXT SVDP MEETING IS

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3RD 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 feast of Easter we find the challenge of also seeing and believing the resurrection that comes through our own lives of self-sacrifice which brings new life to others.As you place your gift in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box, know that you are a sign of God’s love to those who are suffering and you give them Easter hope and joy.

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.

Mass Intentions Book for

October 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024 (excludes Christmas Eve and Day) will open on Tuesday, April 2nd.

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

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

AN EASTER PRAYER

It is very meet and right, with all the powers of heart and mind, and with the service of the lips, to praise the invisible God, the Father Almighty, and His only-begotten Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, who paid the debt of Adam for us to the Eternal Father, and effaced the bond of the ancient guilt by the Blood poured forth in loving kindness. For this is the Paschal festival in which you first did bring our fathers, the children of Israel, out of Egypt, and made them to pass over the Red Sea dry-shod. This, then, is the night which cleared away the darkness of sin by a pillar of radiance. This is the night throughout the world which now restores to grace and unites to holiness believers in Christ, separated from worldly vices and from the gloom of sin. This is the night in which Christ broke the bonds of death and ascended from the grave, the Conqueror. For to be born had been no blessing to us, unless we could have been redeemed. Oh, the wondrous condescension of your loving kindness towards us! Oh, the inestimable tenderness of your love! To redeem the servant, you gave up your Son. This holy night, then, puts to flight offenses, washes away sins, and restores innocence to the fallen, and joyousness to the sad. Oh, truly blessed night, which spoiled the Egyptians and enriched the Hebrews–the night in which Heaven and earth are reconciled! We pray therefore, Lord, that you would preserve your servants in the peaceful enjoyment of this Easter happiness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with God the Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, now and forever. Amen.

- Pope Saint Gregory the Great (Pont. 590-604)

Easter Sunday: The Resurrecction of the Lord Jesus is alive. He has risen. Colossians 3:1-3: “Brothers and Sisters: If then you were raised with Christ, seek what is above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. We can be transformed and become a new creation by believing in God and seek what is above. God can transform your relationiship and teach you to forgive and to love your spouse. Sign up for a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience and you will learn the tools to transform your marriage. You can find one by looking up WWME.org. Some of the dates to sign up are:

April 11-May 23, 2024 (virtual)

June 7-June 9, 2024 in Upton, MA

June 21-23, 2024 in Huntington, NY

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

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with Closing Benediction

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

SAVE THE DATE

St. Mary’s Will Join with Parishes Praying for Priests and United in Eucharistic Adoration on

Tuesday, April 9th 6:30 - 8:30 PM in the Church

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

LECTIO DIVINA

Lectio Meditatio Oratio Contemplatio

APOSTLE THOMAS

Touching the Wounded Lord