Church of Saint Mary Parish Bulletin: May 28, 2023

CHURCH of SAINT MARY

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,

“As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” And then He breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit.” (John 20:21-22)

Today ends the holy and life-giving season of Easter. A season that has continued to be filled with both joy and challenges. Today we come to the Solemnity of Pentecost. The feasts of Christmas and Easter so often overshadow the great and wondrous Solemnity of Pentecost. This is not to take away the importance of those two solemnities, but rather to see them in connection with the entire message of salvation history that God has revealed in Jesus. Jesus has risen from the dead and ascended to the Father, and today we mark the fulfillment of Jesus’ promise in the sending of the Holy Spirit upon the believers.

We hear in the Scriptures the marvelous works that were accomplished in the power of the Holy Spirit. People were able to hear the message of the Apostles in their own tongues; they were able to speak in different languages; the sick were healed, the dead raised, and sins forgiven. WOW, how amazing and great is our God that He gives us the ability to act and to do miraculous things in His name! AND that is what we MUST realize…we DO HAVE THAT POWER.

At our baptism, we had the Holy Spirit breathed upon us. And because of that, we can do wondrous things in the name of Jesus. St. Paul tells us today that there are many parts to the Body of Christ; different gifts; various forms of service, BUT one Spirit. These gifts are from God and are called to be used for the glory of His name and for the good of all. What can stymie us, at times, is thinking that our gifts are not important or, even worse, compare them to the gifts others have received. That is certainly the Evil One attempting to chip away at our confidence so that our gifts, instead of being shared, will be hidden away. How sad is that! Sad for ourselves and certainly sad for the Church.

In Jesus, the Father has gifted each of us, and in being gifted, we are called to share those gifts with the community. To be able to do so we must BELIEVE that the Holy Spirit received at that First Pentecost is the same Spirit, in all His power, that we received at Baptism and Confirmation.

When we embrace the Holy Spirit, wonderful things can be accomplished through us. But it takes faith, faith that we do have the Holy Spirit. It takes prayer to open us up to the voice of Jesus and, most importantly, we must believe that we are called and graced by God. A tall order for sure, but so freeing and empowering when it happens. Do not let this Pentecost pass without reflecting on the awesome power of the Holy Spirit that was “breathed on us.” What is the Holy Spirit asking of you today?

As our Elementary School eighth graders and High School seniors prepare for graduation, my prayer for them is that the Lord Jesus may fill them with the Holy Spirit that, in all they do, they profess the Lordship of Jesus.

In Jesus, Fr. Bob

J Stewards of God’s Gifts

Veni, Sancte Spiritus! Come, Holy Spirit!

Living Stewardship ~ Pillar of Service: Continue to ask the Holy Spirit to give you guidance in your life. Pentecost Sunday is the perfect day to ask the Holy Spirit to give you the strength to grow closer to Jesus and live a life that shows the world that you are a Christian.

The collection for Sunday, May 21, 2023 amounted to $22,322.00. The collection for Sunday, May 22, 2022 amounted to $21,800.00.

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.

Church of Saint Mary

Masses and Special Intentions

Stephen Sheehan

Sandy Pittman

Jeanette Albanese

Moira Feely

Jacob Rivera

Jaxson Rivera

Ronald Grubert

Josephine Arkwright

Masses for the Week

Monday, May 29th

The Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church

Gn 3:9-15, 20, Jn 19:25-34

9:00 AM | Tadeusz Arkadiusz Bedkowski

Tuesday, May 30th

Sir 35:1-12, Mk 10:28-31

Theresa Fallon

Christine Marchese

Thomas Hyland

Nina Marie

Maria DeAngelis

James McCabe

Chuck Sockett

Kristin O’Shea O’Keefe

Marguerite Barone

Vincent Nicky

O’Donnell

Laarni Melliza

Donna Chesney

Erica Klock

Anna Forte

Dr. Michael O’Grady

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

9:00 AM | Annette Riviello

Wednesday, May 31st

The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Zep 3:14-18a, Lk 1:39-56

9:00 AM | Edward Arienti

Thursday, June 1st

St. Justin, Martyr

Sir 42:15-25, Mk 10:46-52

7:00 AM | GiGi Daly

9:00 AM | Al Iacono

Friday, June 2nd

Ss. Marcellinus & Peter, Martyrs

First Friday

Sir 44:1, 9-13, Mk 11:11-26

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

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.

9:00 AM | Catherine Cannon

Saturday, June 3rd

St. Charles Lwanga and Companions, Martrs

First Saturday

Sir 51:12cd-20, Mk 11:27-33

9:00 AM | Angelo Madia

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

Concetta Cataudella

Tadeusz Arkadiusz Bedkowski

Joseph Brincat

Frances Cennamo

John Kenlon

Sunday, June 4th

Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity

Ex 34:4b-6, 8-9, 2 Cor 13:11-13, Jn 3:16-18

7:30 AM | Bruce Ikeda

9:00 AM | People of the Parish

10:30 AM | Imtiaz Ali

Sisto DeNardis

Tadeusz Arkadiusz Bedkowski

Catherine Cannon

Mary Simone

Frank Gallagher

Joseph Saggese

12:00 Noon | Purgatorial Society

Cover: The Pentecost.

Artist: Juan Bautista Maíno (1581-1649).

Jeanette Albanese

Nancy Jean Weigele ’65

Pentecost Sunday | May 28, 2023

The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, May 29th, for the Memorial Day Holiday. Adoration will not take place.

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

Readings and Questions

for Faith Sharing on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity

Reading I: Exodus 34:4b-6, 8-9

“The Lord, the Lord, a merciful and gracious God, slow to anger and rich in kindness and fidelity.”

Reading II: 2 Corinthians 13:11-13

The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with all of you.

Gospel: John 3:16-18

First Time

Peter Barry and Caroline Keogh

St. Mary, St. Mary, Manhasset, NY Manhasset, NY

Second Time

Justine Spina and Ryan Lessman

St. Mary, St. Pius X, Manhasset, NY Plainview, NY

God so loved the world that he gave his only Son.

Question for Adults:

How am I pouring out God’s abundant love to those around me?

Question for Children:

What are some ways that help me to know God?

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The Gift Shop is open on SUNDAYS

We have beautiful items for All Occasions

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.

Mary’s Rosary Society

Closing Mass

Thursday, June 15th

Pray the Rosary at 11:30 AM

Celebrate Mass at 12:00 Noon

Lunch to follow in the Marian Room

All Members are Invited, and Are Welcome to Bring a Friend!

Please Remember to RSVP to rosarysociety@stmary.ws

It’s become a tradition!

We invite all our talented bakers to bring dessert. Please let us know if you are able to prepare Cookies Cakes Pies Your Specialty

(Special Note: Due to the extreme generosity of our members, store-bought items are NOT needed.)

Important Information about the Parish Gala!

Invitations were mailed to all parishioners earlier this month. This year’s Gala, set for Saturday, June 10th, will honor Cathy Morrissey, Past President of the Rosary Society, and current coordinator of our Daughters of Mary. If you are attending, and wish to be seated with other Rosarians, please note this preference on your RSVP. Questions may be directed by email to: rosarysociety@stmary.ws

Memorial Day - Monday May 29th

As we observe Memorial Day 2023. and honor those who gave their lives in the service and protection of our country, please also celebrate our Ranger Rosaries Group. These members make rosaries which are distributed to active and veteran members of America’s armed services. The St. Mary’s group was recognized recently by the National Association for Ranger Rosaries:

“Your two boxes were located. We have received the 500 rosaries shipped on March 8 and 22, (2023). Thank you for all the hard work your volunteers have put into making these rosaries. This year is our 20th anniversary of Ranger Rosary’s establishment. God bless and thank you for your support.” - Mari Brady, Coordinator, Ranger Rosary Inc.

Thanks to our Rosarians who participate in this worthwhile ministry. If you are interested in joining this group, please contact us at rosarysociety@stmary.ws for more information.

Monday May 29th - Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church

In 2018, Pope Francis declared the Monday after Pentecost the day to celebrate Mary as the Mother of the Church. As Catholics honor Mary as the Mother of the Church, especially being linked to the great Feast of Pentecost, it is a remembrance of Mary’s prayerful presence with the apostles in the upper room. Mary was among them as the Holy Spirit descended upon all on Pentecost. Mary, Mother of the Church, Pray for Us!

Parish Social Ministry

Our Food Pantry is in need of Pork and Beans

Chef Boyardee Canned Fruit

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Toothpaste

Small Packs of Toothbrushes Deordorant

THE NEXT SVDP MEETING IS TUESDAY, JUNE 6TH 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 Pentecost, Jesus says to his disciples: “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” This month, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul brought the love and care of Jesus to the poor by assisting families, with food, utility and rent bills, etc. Thank You!

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.

The Schools of Saint Mary

Daughters of Mary Inducts Five High School Students

Saint Mary’s High School students work collaboratively in the community through their devotion to our Blessed Mother.

Five young women from the first-year class of St. Mary’s High School were inducted as Daughters of Mary at a recent Mass celebrating new members of St. Mary’s Rosary Society. Caroline Bardi, Emily DeFalco, Saoirse McNamara, Serene Kwon, and Makenna Fay received medals during the Mass as part of the welcoming ceremony. They continued the celebration with the Rosarians at their annual Communion Brunch.

The Daughters of Mary is the Rosary Society’s junior arm. Both groups “foster devotion to Mary through the prayer of the Rosary and good works that would be dear to her heart.” The girls pray the Rosary together twice a month with other St. Mary’s Elementary School graduates who attend Catholic high schools in our diocese. These young women have assisted at an Open House for our Dominican Sisters Mary, the Harvest Festival, Christmas Boutique, and other parish events. Most recently, the young ladies organized, cooked, and served guests at a very successful Lenten Soup Supper for the community, which began with the Stations of the Cross in Church. Proceeds from the event brought over $1,000 in donations to the St. Mary’s Parish Social Ministry outreach program, Good Samaritan House, which in turn provided middle schoolers in an underserved community with personal toiletries and supplies. The next project will focus on introducing the Rosary to elementary-age students. Congratulations, ladies!

For more information on the Daughters of Mary, please contact group leader Mrs. Cathy Morrissey via email: cfmorriss@aol.com.

FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF ST. MARY'S ARE INVITED TO

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OPEN PLAY FOR INFANTS & TODDLERS

TOYS & SNACKS PROVIDED

RESERVED PLAYGROUND TIME

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FROM 9:45-10:30 AM

ON THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PLAYGROUND

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FOR MORE INFO

PLEASE CALL 516 627 0184

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Marriage Struggling?

Do you feel alone?

Are you frustrated or angry with each other?

Do you argue or have you just stopped talking to each other? Does talking about it only make it worse?

Are you separated or divorced, or thinking about separation or divorce?

Another marriage-saving weekend is coming to the Metro/New York Area: November, 4-6 2022

September 8-10, 2023

The Retrouvaille Program helps couples through difficult times in their marriages. To be connected directly and confidentially to someone who can help, or to register, contact:

1-800-470-2230 or

www.helpourmarriage.org

Long Island/Metro Retrouvaille is a 5013c non-profit, peer ministry. Couples of all faiths, or no faith, are encouraged to attend, and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.

Retrouvaille

(Retro vi – French for rediscover)

Because No Marriage is Beyond Hope

Children’s Liturgy of the Word every

Sunday at

Gospel of John 20:19-23. “Jesus stood in their midst and said Peace be with you….He breathed on them and said to them, Receive the Holy Spirit.” Breath is a sign of life. Let Jesus breathe life into your marriage. Sign up today to attend one of the upcoming Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experiences on:

June 2-4, 2023 in Upton, MA

June 23-25, 2023 and September 22-24, 2023 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 Chuck & Maria Reiss at 631-486-8607 or https:// wwmenyli.org/. Church of Saint Mary |

Bulletin Submission Policy

We welcome submissions to the weekly Bulletin. All copy and material is due by noon on Mondays preferably in electronic format - original documents, no PDFs. Photos or supporting graphics should be hi-resolution and sent via E-mail as attachments. Phone photos should be “actual size.” No copyrighted material, text or photos. The Bulletin Editor may edit submissions for content, clarity and/or size. Please E-mail your submission to bulletin@stmary.ws

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

The Prayer for the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit

O Lord Jesus Christ, Who, before ascending into heaven, didst promise to send the Holy Spirit to finish Thy work in the souls of Thy Apostles and Disciples, deign to grant the same Holy Spirit to me, that He may perfect in my soul the work of Thy grace and Thy love.

Grant me the Spirit of Wisdom that I may despise the perishable things of this world and aspire only after the things that are eternal, the Spirit of Understanding to enlighten my mind with the light of Thy divine truth, the Spirit of Counsel that I may ever choose the surest way of pleasing God and gaining Heaven, the Spirit of Fortitude that I may bear my cross with Thee, and that I may overcome with courage all the obstacles that oppose my salvation, the Spirit of Knowledge that I may know God and know myself and grow perfect in the science of the Saints, the Spirit of Piety that I may find the service of God sweet and amiable, the Spirit of Fear that I may be filled with a loving reverence towards God, and may dread in any way to displease Him.

Mark me, dear Lord, with the sign of Thy true disciples and animate me in all things with Thy Spirit. Amen.

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with Benediction

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

RCIA and Adult Faith Formation

Do You Know Someone Who Would Like to Become a Catholic?

Our door is open for anyone who is interested in joining the Catholic Church, Learning more about the Faith we practice and becoming a fully initiated Catholic for anyone who has not received First Communion or Confirmation. In order to qualify as a Godparent in Baptism the person must have received all the Sacraments of Initiation. They include Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion.

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.

Join us for a late afternoon program of classical and contemporary music performed by Dr. Phoon Yu (Organist and Composer) and Evangeline Ng (Soprano). A light reception will follow. Reservations required - $50 per guest (nonmember of Friends); $40 per guest (Friends of the Seminary); $25 per student. Seminary Development Office, (631)423-0483 x 102; bmalone@icseminary.edu. Reserve on-line: www.icseminary.edu/events