Church of Saint Mary Parish Bulletin: November 10, 2024
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
Tursday 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 Te 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 Ofce to make arrangements for Anointing or to receive the Eucharist.
Parish Ofce
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
Good Samaritan House
365-2705
Monday-Wednesday-Tursday 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 Tursday 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Closed on Friday
PARISH DIRECTORY
Pastoral Staf
Rev. Fr. Robert A. Romeo Pastor 627-0385 | ext. 1004 pastor@stmary.ws
Rob Cammarata Director of Operations 627-0385 | ext. 1037 rcammarata@stmary.ws
Jane Cliford Bulletin Editor bulletin@stmary.ws
Marie T. Granieri
Director of Religious Education 627-4028 | ext. 1127 releddirector@stmary.ws
Kathleen Kosciusko Director of Parish Social Ministry 627-0385 | ext. 1126 kkosciusko@stmary.ws
Jennifer LaChance Ofce Manager
627-0385 | ext. 1000 information@stmary.ws
Daniel Maimone Music Director 627-0385 | ext. 1021 dmaimone@saintmarysmanhasset.org
Vanessa Quiros
Parish Ofce
627-0385 | ext. 1008 vquiros@stmary.ws
Te Schools of Saint Mary Nursery through 12th Grade
Very Rev. Dom Daniel Nash, Can. Reg. President 627-2711 president@stmary.ws
Norma Ragalli Staford Director of Admissions 627-2711 | ext 1084 nstaford@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 Grifn ’02, ’06 Liaison for School Relations sgrifn@saintmarysmanhasset.org
St. Mary’s Elementary School 627-0184 www.stmary11030.org
Teresa 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 I had mentioned on the weekend of September 29th, when I stood before you to explain the Diocesan Bankruptcy Settlement procedure, each parish was asked to contribute money to the fund that would be dispersed to the victims of child abuse from Church personnel. After four long years of difcult negotiations, a settlement has been reached. While the Diocese has worked hard to minimize the efect on the parishes, a new legal ruling from the Supreme Court has made subsidiary corporations; e.g., parishes, responsible for a fnancial contribution.
Our contribution and participation in the Diocesan Bankruptcy benefts St. Mary’s because if we were to litigate the cases on our own, we would face grave danger. Tere are, at present, ten cases of abuse leveled against our parish from the 1960’s to the 1990’s. If you have seen in the news that the Bay Shore School District recently settled with fve plaintifs alleging sexual abuse as children, the settlement was over $20 million, averaging over $4 million per plaintif. Just recently, $25 million was awarded to a victim from the same district. As I mentioned above, St. Mary’s has ten cases against it. Our participation in the diocesan fund settles our ten cases. Also, through our participation, we obtain protection from possible future cases involving similar alleged ofenses occurring before October 1, 2020 if the statute of limitations were to be lifted again.
In light of this information and the number of lawsuits against the parish, we are asked to contribute almost $4.5 million. Tis amount is, at frst glance, shocking and overwhelming (as it is to me), but it is based on the number of cases against the parish and the wealth of the parish. If we were to litigate these cases separately and on our own, it could have a much larger and devastating fnancial efect on our ability to continue the mission of the Church.
Tis money will come from our investments. It represents the results of the support of the faithful over generations. Support that has allowed us to further the mission of the Church and now to also take our share in the responsibility for those whose youth and life were robbed by the heinous acts of Church leaders. Troughout the years, the pastors and Finance Councils of St. Mary’s have invested the parish’s money wisely and carefully. Our pastors have been frugal in spending, resulting in a large reserve for our parish. None of the payments being made for the child abuse cases comes from recent collections. Te amount the Diocese has asked the parish to pay WILL NOT afect our operating expenses nor our ability to minister in the parish or schools. Donations earmarked for the food pantry and assistance to the poor WILL NOT be afected.
Everything about the abuse scandal has rocked religious and secular organizations and is horrible beyond words. Most tragically, innocent young people have sufered terribly and, at times, in silence. People have lost trust in secular and religious organizations whose purpose was to do good. Tose who seek to carry on the mission of service, along with those they serve, bear the burdens of the sins of the past. In this time, the Church and society in general have fnally been forced to recognize the pain abuse victims have sufered, as I mentioned, so often in silence. With this knowledge, new safeguards have been implemented by the Church which include background checks, training, and policies in dealing with minors and the obligation to immediately report any signs of abuse.
For many of us, the thought of what happened under the watch of Church personnel - be it the abuse itself, the failing of some bishops in the past to act as shepherds, leaders who turned a blind eye, and, even worse, those who were not believed - flls us with absolute disgust. For me personally, the memories of those who have been so tragically and heinously hurt cause a deep pain within my soul. At times, the very thought of the abuse flls me with tears and torment for the pain inficted upon these beloved and innocent victims.
As we move forward, we implore the Lord Jesus to guide us, heal us, and protect us. We pray most especially for the innocent victims who were unjustly and brutally robbed of the peace that each person is entitled to. We pray that this settlement may not only fnally give them voice but, in our acknowledgement, be the beginning of the road to healing and wholeness. May God protect and be close to these precious ones and to each of us.
In Jesus and Mary, Fr. Bob
J Stewards of God’s Gifts
Te widow, whose gift was much smaller than the gifts given by the rich men, gave from her heart. Her gift was small, but it was given with love, faith and sacrifce.
Te collection for Sunday, November 3, 2024 amounted to $24,582.00.
Te collection for Sunday, November 5, 2023 amounted to $24,044.00.
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 Ofce at least one month in advance to see if a date is available and to arrange to fll out pre-baptismal paperwork. New parents are required to attend a Baptism preparation session held once every month. Tose 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 ofers 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 Confrmation requires two years. Classes are held at St. Mary’s for Grades 1 through 5 on Tuesdays and Tursdays
Living Stewardship ~ Pillar of Service: We are all called to be good stewards of the gifts we have been given. Church of Saint Mary | 4
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 ofer 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.
Respect Life Ministry
We strive to help build a civilization of love and life that upholds the dignity and inviolability of all innocent human life, seeks objective moral Truth, embraces the value of redemptive sufering, and yearns for the fullness of life in eternal communion with God the Creator. For more information, email RespectLife@StMary.ws.
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 Ofce.
Opportunities For Prayer
Te 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. Te 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
Maria DeAngelis
Donna Chesney
Erica Klock
Mason
Gabriel & Frances Romeo
Ann Shields
Mickey Kennedy
Nina Principe
Cole Marguglio
Sandy Pittman
Richard & Mary Atkinson
Anthony Polizzi
Kathy Dellis-Stover
Neil Gillis
Pamela Gallo
Allison Azzara
Teddy Connolly
Sarah Praay
Agnes Gaus
Glenn LaChance
Mary Jo Beagen
Christine Marchese
Names will remain on the list for three months. Please email bulletin@stmary.ws if you would like to continue with the listing
Joan Susan Petrosino ’73
Richard Allen Buhr
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, CPT, 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
Blake, Julia, Cadet, USN
Broderick, Evan, SGT, USA
Broderick, Steven, SN, USN
Brodie, Virgina H., 2ndLt, USMC
Brown, Jason, SGT, USA
Casazza, Jack, 2nd Lt, USMC
Collins, Matthew, LT, USN
Fontanetta, Joseph, Maj, USMC
Grubert, Sean, LCpl, USMC
Hannan, Jack, ENS, USN
Hayes, Andrew, Ca1837-1890pt, US MC
Hellman, Tomas, 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, Jefrey, 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, November 11th
St. Martin of Tours, Bishop Ti 1:1-9, Lk 17:1-6
9:00 AM | Gennaro F. Parrella
Tuesday, November 12th
St. Josephat, Bishop & Martyr Ti 2:1-8, 11-14, Lk 17:7-10
9:00 AM | Marilyn Herschlein
Wednesday, November 13th
St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, Virgin Ti 3:1-7, Lk 17:11-19
9:00 AM | Charles Webber
Tursday, November 14th
Phlm 7-20, Lk 17:20-25
7:00 AM | Vito E. Giurlanda
9:00 AM | William Tyler Godfrey
7:00 PM | Knights of Columbus Memorial Mass
Friday, November 15th
St. Albert the Great, Bishop & Doctor of the Church
2 Jn 4-9, Lk 17:26-37
9:00 AM | Virginia & Joseph Parrella
Saturday, November 16th
St. Margaret of Scotland
St. Gertrude, Virgin
3 Jn 5-8, Lk 18:1-8
9:00 AM | Tyler Godfrey
5:00 PM | Tomas J. Flynn, Sr. Concetto Cataudella
Edwin Kennedy
Chris McKenna
Mary Stark
Ellen Coughlin
Sheila Rooney
Sunday, November 17th
Te Tirty-Tird Sunday in Ordinary Time
Dn 12:1-3, Heb 10:11-14, 18, Mk 13:24-32
7:30 AM | James Milton
9:00 AM | People of the Parish
10:30 AM | Joseph Gribbon
12:00 Noon | Joann Stankovic
Deceased Members of the Forlenza/ Claps Families
Jean T. Ballard
Tyler Godfrey
Anton Danzer
Michelle O’Connor
James Meade
Cover Art: Jesus and the Poor Widow. Artist: courtesy of LPi.
The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, November 11th, in observance of Veterans’ Day. Adoration will not take place.
The Gift Shop IS OPEN on SUNDAYS
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 516-627-0385 ext. 1033
Readings and Questions for Faith Sharing on the Tirty-Tird Sunday in Ordinary Time
Reading I: Daniel 12:1-3
“But the wise shall shine brightly like the splendor of the frmament, and those who lead the many to justice shall be like the stars forever.”
Reading II: Hebrews 10:11-14, 18
For by one ofering he has made perfect forever those who are being consecrated.
Gospel: Mark 13:24-32
Bread & Wine are ofered this week in loving memory of Walter & David Kucharczyk
“Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away.”
Question for Adults:
What are my motives for doing the right or good thing? How do my actions refect my present relationship with God?
Question for Children:
How do I get ready for heaven even though I don’t know what it is like?
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Good Samaritan House
DRIVE-THROUGH HOLIDAY FOOD DROP
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11TH
4:00 - 7:00 PM
IN THE PARKING LOT BEHIND THE CHURCH
God’s people of all ages are sufering in poverty right here in our neighborhood. Tey need food assistance all through the year but especially during the holiday season. Good Samaritan House is hosting a “drivethrough holiday food drop” with the goal of collecting the freshest possible food items to allow our neighbors sufering in poverty to enjoy a true feast with their families on Tanksgiving. We will be hosting this drivethrough collection on Monday, November 11th from 4:00 PM - 700 PM. Tis drive through collection will take place in the parking lot behind the church. (You may also drop the items by our ofce on Monday, Wednesday, and Tursday from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM the week of November 11th.)
Frozen Oven Stuffer Chickens*
Frozen Turkeys (10-15 lbs. max)
3-8 Pound Bags of Potatoes
Crescent Rolls or Biscuit Tubes
Frozen Pies, Cakes, Cookies
Cake, Muffin, or Brownie Mix
Fresh Apples
Fresh Oranges
Frozen Pounds of Butter
Cans of Corn
Cans of Beans
Cans of Mixed Vegetables
Fresh Bags of Carrots
Quarts of Milk (no gallons)
*Stuffer chickens are preferred by some clients due to their size. No stuffing, gravy, canned yams, or cranberry sauce, please!
Unfortunately, for these families this holiday meal is only that - a one day meal. While we hope it will be very enjoyable for them, they still need food assistance throughout the rest of the month and into next year. Te St. Mary’s community does a wonderful job of supporting these families, but we are asking for a little extra at this difcult time. If you are able to provide grocery store gift cards to Good Samaritan House, they would be put to good use providing much needed food to these families during the holidays and into next year. In addition to grocery store gift cards, we provide non-perishable food items to all our families throughout the year. Please consider donating any non-perishable food you can. We are always in need and nothing goes to waste. Thank you in advance for your continued generosity and may God bless you and your family over this holiday season and in 2025.
Standard Pantry Non-Perishables: Cereal, Oatmeal, Soup, Tuna Fish, Beans, Baked Beans, Chef Boyardee, Pancake Mix, Syrup, Chili/Stew, Peanut Better, Jelly, Pasta, Jarred Pasta Sauce, Mac and Cheese, Instant Potatoes, Small Bags of Rice, Cake Mix, Jell-O, Crackers, Snacks, Canned Fruit, Juice, Instant Coffee, Tea. This week’s specific needs include: Jelly, Cereal, Oatmeal, Pancake Mix & Syrup, Canned Fruit, Salad Dressing, Cookies, Snacks, Jarred Spaghetti Sauce
Rosary Society
Our Mission Statement: Te 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 diference 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.
Annual Rosary Society Christmas Dinner
Tursday, December 5th
Strathmore Vanderbilt Country Club
Please remember to RSVP by November 25th
Christmas Dinner Rafe tickets will be sold after all Masses next weekend, November 16th-17th. If you are able to assist, please contact Marijo Lantier, our Christmas Dinner Chair, at MALantier510@gmail.com or call/text 917496-5640. Volunteers are still needed at each Mass: 5:00 PM on Saturday, 9:00, 10:30 AM, and 12:00 Noon on Sunday.
Rafe Baskets will be wrapped on the following dates/times: Friday, November 22nd, at 3:00 PM, Saturday, November 23rd, at 11:00 AM, and Sunday, November 24th, at 11:00 AM, at the home of Marijo Lantier, 11 North Plandome Road in Port Washington. Please contact Marijo if you are able to assist with the basket wrapping.
Rafe Basket Donations: We are still in need of donations for our rafe baskets. A wish list of suggested items (reproduced below) has been emailed to all Rosarians as well as the donation solicitation letter to be used at local businesses. Donations are greatly appreciated. It is through these donations that we are able to raise money for the Rosary Society to carry out our mission. Cash donations are also accepted, our Volunteers can do the shopping for you. Please reach out to Marijo for best drop-of times or leace your donation at the Parish Ofce labeled RS Christmas Dinner Tank you in advance for your generosity.
WISH LIST
Christmas Decorations (of all kinds)
Italian/International/Gourmet Foods
Small Electronics
Restaurant Gift Certifcates
Salon Gift Certifcates
Reading Materials
Spa/Beauty/Personal Care
Jewelry (Costume & Genuine)
Watches
Entertainment/Tickets to Events
Housewares-Giftware
Champagne/Fine Wine/Liquor --with Barware/Glasses
Toys/Games/Kids’ Items
Sports
Handbags/Wallets
Scarves/Gloves
Kitchen Items
Christmas “Money Tree” (or wreath)
Pet Items
Rosarian to Rosarian: Te Rosary Society of St. Matthew in Dix Hills invites you to attend their Holiday Craft Fair on Sunday, November 17th, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Te Church of St. Matthew is located at 35 No. Service Rd., Dix Hills, NY 11746.
RCIA
Our RCIA Program Has Begun!
Do you know someone interested in considering becoming Catholic? Our parish is excited to announce that the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) has begun! Tere is still time to join us!
RCIA is a welcoming journey of faith for adults who are curious about Catholicism, seeking baptism, or wanting to complete their sacraments. If you or someone you know feels called to explore this path, we invite you to join us. For more information or to sign up, please contact the Parish Ofce or drop an email to Fr. Anthony at franthony@stmary.ws.
We look forward to walking this journey with you!
Photo: “Te Good Shepherd” - mosaic in the Mausoleum of Galla Placida, Ravenna, Italy, c. 425 A.D
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
THE NEXT SVDP MEETING IS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH, 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. Tere are no special qualifcations 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.
In today’s Gospel Jesus tells us: “I want you to observe that this poor widow contributed more than all the others who donated to the treasury. Tey gave from their surplus wealth, but she gave from her want, all that she had to live on.” Ask yourself “Am I only giving from my surplus wealth?” and then put your gift in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul poor box so that those who are sufering will be able to know God’s love and care.
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. Tank you for your continued support.
A New Ministry at St. Mary’s: GARDEN CLUB
As many parishioners know, our now-retired Facilities Manager, Vincent Hartley, established and maintained the beautiful seasonal plantings and outdoor decor around our church buildings. Fr. Bob would now like to start a Garden Club to offer parishioners with “green thumbs” the opportunity to select, organize, plant, and maintain garden areas around the church. If you are interested, please contact our Director of Operations, Rob Cammarata, at 516-627-0385, ext 1037 or email him at rcammarata@stmary.ws
Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
HOLY HOUR - Part 3
THANKSGIVING
Tank God for the gift of grace poured out by Jesus Christ through Mary, all his blessings in your life, and for the fruits of this Holy Hour. Express your thanks to God in your own words, or you may use the following prayer:
Te Deum
O God, we praise you: we confess that you are Lord. All the earth worships you, O everlasting Father. To you all angels, all heaven and all powers, To you the cherubim and seraphim proclaim without ceasing:
Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God of hosts. Heaven and earth are full of the majesty of your glory.
Te glorious choir of Apostles, the praiseworthy assembly of prophets, and the white-robed host of martyrs praises you. Troughout the world the holy Church confesses you: the Father of unbounded majesty, your venerable true and only Son, and the Holy Spirit, Paraclete.
O Christ, you are the King of glory; You are the coeternal Son of the Father. For the sake of liberating man you did not disdain the Virgin’s womb. Having conquered the sting of death, you opened the kingdom of heaven to believers.
You sit at God’s right hand, in the glory of the Father. You are expected to come as Judge.
Terefore, we beg you, help your servants whom you redeemed by your blood; make them numbered with your saints in everlasting glory.
Knights
of Columbus Fr. William A. Daly Council #2122
Annual Coat Drive
November 2 - November 17
Te Knights of Columbus Fr. William A Daly Council #2122 is holding their annual coat drive from November 2 through November 17, 2024. We will collect new and gently used coats, jackets, sweaters, hoodies, hats, gloves, mittens, scarves, etc. Boxes will be set up in the south lobby for donations. We will accept donations of all sizeskids, adults, male and female. Some weather outlets are predicting a cold winter. So, if you are able to, please consider donating to this worthy cause.
Any questions, please contact Tomas Mayerhauser at 516 852-0812
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, eforts, and resources are dedicated to these values: Charity. Unity. Fraternity. Patriotism.
We come from diferent 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 Cliford at Maclif56@gmail.com
Church of Saint Mary
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26
Br. Kenneth Robert Gymnasium
Warm Up 6:30 PM | Game 7:00 PM RECEPTION TO FOLLOW
Good Samaritan House
SHARE CHRISTMAS
“Blessed is the one who considers the poor! In the day of trouble, the Lord delivers him.” (Psalm 41:1)
Tis is the 28th year that St. Mary’s Good Samaritan House will be supporting local families who struggle to provide a traditional Christmas for their family members. Our support for these families, of course, includes providing food for them. But we also like to provide gifts for them and their children. Many of these families rarely have the disposable income to purchase special gifts for themselves or those they love. Tey are truly struggling every month just to make ends meet, some months they have more success than others.
We are ofering a couple of ways for our parishioners to help these families have a less stressful holiday if they choose to. Our ofce really appreciates donations in the form of gift cards. Tis allows us to shop for individuals around the holidays, tailoring their gifts to best meet their needs. Any leftover gift cards are used throughout the year to support these families with needed items. An example of when we would use a leftover gift card is around September for a single mom to buy shoes for her children before school. Suggestions for gift cards that would make wonderful gifts include:
Marshalls/TJ Maxx Raindew
American Express
If you prefer to shop for gifts yourself, please fll out the form below, and we will send you, by November 18th, a “Wish List” created by a specifc family or a person in need. You may also email kkosciusko@stmary.ws to get on the “Share Christmas Shopper” list.
Gifts and gift cards can be dropped of to our ofce Mondays, Wednesdays, and Tursdays from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Tey can also be dropped at the Parish Ofce during its normal business hours. Please label any donations with your name, “Share Christmas,” and your assigned family number. Please deliver all gifts by Tursday, December 5th.
As always, your generosity and the spirit in which you give to those in need are so appreciated. We sincerely hope you and your family experience the beauty of God’s grace this holiday season. We hope you have much joy and peace and many beautiful moments.
Return the form below to Good Samaritan House by November 11th
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Parish News
St. Mary’s Celebrates Annual All Souls’ Day Remembrance Mass for the Beloved Dead of the Parish
Tere were many families and Consolation Ministers at the annual All Souls’ Day Remembrance Mass for the deceased whose funeral Masses were celebrated at St. Mary’s since All Souls’ Day 2023. Tose who had died elsewhere during this period were also remembered at this Mass at the request of their loved ones.
Father Bob gave a comforting homily about grief and the question, “Do you believe?” that Jesus asked Martha at the death of her brother, Lazarus.
Father Rafal and Father Anthony concelebrated the Mass.
Consolation Ministers served as Lector and Altar Server and read the names of the beloved dead at the Mass which took place on Saturday, November 2nd, at 10:00 AM.
Tis prayerful Mass means so much to the Consolation Ministry (many of the members are pictured above) and allows the members to have an annual gathering and be part of the “Perfect Prayer”- the Mass, that we can share together as a Ministry.
Parishioners: Please know that this Special Ministry always welcomes new members. If you are interested, please leave your name and phone number at the Parish Ofce and a member of the Consolation Ministry will contact you.
Remembering the Saints
Te word “saint” comes from the Greek word hagios, which means “consecrated to God, holy, sacred, pious.” Saints are those who we strive to be and when we miss the mark, are who we can talk to in prayer when we need guidance. Te Virgin Mary, the Mother of God is the greatest of all the saints. She was, after her Son, exalted by divine grace above all humanity and the angels.
Several students made a blessed “saintly” appearance at the 10:30 AM Mass last Sunday. Fr. Bob welcomed St. Francis, St. John the Baptist, St. Luke, and St. Michael the Archangel. Each shared something special about their mission in the world. We are all called to be saints, to increasingly allow our daily life to refect the perfect love of Christ.
Today is Pope St. Leo the Great’s feast day. He was very pastoral and devoted to “keeping” the vineyard of the Lord. Let us say a prayer of gratitude for Pope St. Leo’s life and work to protect the Church against false teachings. Ora pro nobis!
“Virtue is nothing without the trial of temptation, for there is no confict without an enemy, no victory without strife.” - Pope Saint Leo the Great Tank you, parents, for the beautiful example of the saints seen through the eyes of your children.
Blessings, Mrs. Granieri
Working on the Margins
Catholic Campaign for Human Development
Second Collection Next Weekend
Next week our special collection will support the Catholic Campaign for Human Development. Nearly 38 million people in the United States live in poverty. Tis collection supports programs that empower people to identify and address the obstacles they face in bringing permanent and positive change to their communities. Learn more about the Catholic Campaign for Human Development at www. usccb.org/cchd.
THE CHURCH OF ST. MARY, MANHASSET HISTORY ARCHIVES PROJECT YOUR HELP IS STILL NEEDED!
We are asking parishioners to share their memories of events at St. Mary’s, including Our Schools Our Ministries Priests, Nuns, Teachers & Staff Who Served Here
Sacraments Celebrated at Our Church
We continue to collect any items at the Parish Office as we look forward to the 100th Anniversary of the Elementary School (2026) and the 175th Anniversary of our Parish (2028). Please help us compile historical information to make these coming events very special for the entire parish.
For questions and more information, please contact: MaryLou deVenoge at 516-993-2706 or doggonelab@msn.com, Marijo Lantier at 917496-5640 or MALantier510@gmail.com.
You can support the Schools of Saint Mary and St. Mary’s Rosary Society by selecting our organizations as your designated charities during this year’s shopping event!
We are in need of additional Prayer Leaders. Materials and training are provided; scheduling is fexible. If interested, please contact Jane Cliford at bulletin@stmary.ws or sit in with us on Sunday.
Tirty-Second Sunday In Ordinary Time
1 Kings 17:10-16: “For the Lord says, the jar of four shall not go empty, nor the jug of oil run dry...” As the woman in this scripture had faith in God when she was running out of food to feed her and her son, we can also have faith in God and in our spouse. To grow in intimacy and grow in faith with one another, check out a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Exoerience at WWME.org. Some of the dates to sign up are:
November 15-17, 2024, Bennington, VT
January 7-February 18, 2025, Virtual 3RE, 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/.
