RCIA and Adult Faith Formation

from Church of Saint Mary Parish Bulletin: May 7, 2023

ENNI F E R HU ARD

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.

Easter Season Prayer Group Will Conclude on Thursday, May 11th

Please note the change of date for the conclusion of the Easter Season Prayer Group. All are welcome to attend the final session at 1:00 or 7:30 PM in the library in the Parish Ministry Center below the Church.

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.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

In the Gospel today, Jesus says “…whoever believes in me will do the works that I do, and will do greater ones than these, because I am going to the Father. Through your almsgiving you are performing a good work; far greater than you think. The coins placed in the St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box bring Christ love and compassion to the poor.

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.

Welcome New Parishioners

We welcome those who registered in our parish during April, 2023.

Mr. & Mrs. John Maloney

Mr. & Mrs. John Mastronardi and Family

Baptisms

Ms. Susan D’Ambrosio

We welcome those who were baptized during the month of April, 2023.

Rafael Julian Mathew

Sienna Noelle Zuchelli

Declan Terry Grosselfinger

Purgatorial Society

Julianna Oakerson

The following names have been enrolled in our Purgatorial Society beginning May 1, 2023.

Princess McCall

John Galvin

Anthony Mistretta

Gloria Chigounis

Gala Updates

• INVITATIONS ARE IN THE MAIL – ARRIVING IN HOME THIS WEEK!

• RAFFLE TICKETS ARE ON SALE! Take a peek at our seven GRAND RAFFLE prizes and purchase your tickets to get in on the excitement! 50/50 RAFFLE tickets are also on sale.