Church of Saint Mary Parish Bulletin: October 2, 2022

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

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 - Sunday (phone only) 10:00 AM–1:30 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

Parish Staff

Jane Clifford Bulletin Editor bulletin@stmary.ws

Jennifer Fedele Office Manager 627-0385

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

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

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

St. Mary’s Elementary School 627-0184 www.stmary11030.org

Kristen Schreiner Principal kschreiner@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,

The Apostles said to the Lord, “Increase our faith.” (Luke 17:5)

The Disciples ask Jesus for a deeper experience of faith in today’s Gospel. What a great desire the disciples exhibited for wanting to deepen their experience of faith! How many of us have prayed for or desired the same thing? Our journey as followers of Jesus should always be characterized by that deepening of faith. One of the problems people experience during a crisis of faith is that their belief system and relationship with Jesus might not have changed since childhood. If, as adults, the answers of faith have not changed since the days of our youth, we know those answers can never sustain us with the more difficult and complex journey adulthood entails.

So how do we increase our faith in Jesus? The answer, of course, is not easy and certainly entails many and varied paths. But there is a common basis by which we can begin the process. St. Paul reminds his listeners to “fan the gift (of the Holy Spirit) that God gave you.” It is through the power of the Holy Spirit that God endows us with the ability to know and love Jesus. St. Paul goes on to say that the gift of the Holy Spirit is “not timidity, but the Spirit of power.” Power, wow, what does that mean? Well, in one sense it is not being afraid to profess who we are as Christians. If faith in Jesus is perceived as a private matter between the individual and God, then how can it ever be a force that channels your life? And if it is not channeling your life, how can it be anything more than a surface level relationship? This is not always easy to accept and certainly something that is hard to live out. We live in a culture that teaches us that faith should never be brought into the public sector. This is the antithesis of the Gospel message. Our faith is not supposed to be at odds with the secular world, BUT it certainly should be influencing the world. If faith is not changing us, then how can we make an impact in our world?

If we are able to bear witness to the truth of Jesus, if we are not ashamed of whom we are, then that proclamation makes it a more of a truth about us. If it is a truth about us, then it stands to reason that faith will and must increase within us. The more we proclaim Jesus as Lord in our private and public life, the MORE Jesus WILL BE the Lord of our life.

Our Old Testament reading form Habakkuk gives us some good advice about the desire to deepen the faith... PATIENCE, “if it comes slowly, wait for it, it will come.” Once we have made the decision to truly live by a proclamation of faith, then there is, of course, the many “tweaks” that Jesus offers us through Sacred Scripture. These are meant to smooth out the rough edges and make us more pleasing to God. So meditate on the Word of God each day and hear the encouragement of Jesus as He blesses us on the journey. To be truly serious about deepening faith, we know we have to be willing to work at it. To give of ourselves in the service of the Gospel will make our faith not just words, but a way of living each day in the power of the Holy Spirit. Don’t be afraid of the Holy Spirit. He is given to us that we may live in the freedom and power of the children of God. And of course...PRAY, PRAY, and PRAY some more! When the road becomes difficult and we may want to lose hope or feel that the journey is not gaining the momentum we wish besides, go back to the words of Habakkuk. I think we also need to hear the last line of the Gospel: “We are merely servants; we have done no more than our duty.” The journey isn’t always easy, BUT it is rewarding. God’s Blessings as you deepen your faith.

The month of October is the month of the Rosary. I encourage you in your journey of faith to turn to our Mother in heaven, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and let her lead you closer to her Son. The Rosary is a wonderful prayer and meditation that can open you to a deeper relationship with Jesus. Our Lady, at her appearance at Fatima, called the three children and each of us to pray the Rosary for peace in the world. Our Lady’s message is never more relevant than it is today. In the name of Our Lady of Fatima, I encourage you to pray the Rosary with your families.

In Jesus and Mary, Fr. Bob

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Stewards of God’s Gifts

In today’s Gospel, Jesus talks about the power of faith.

Living Stewardship ~ Pillar of Prayer: Whenever we feel powerless, trapped or hopeless, we should realize that we have an important tool in our arsenal—prayer. Next time you are disturbed, pray with faith that God will guide you through your struggles.

The collection for Sunday, September 25, 2022 amounted to $21,331.00

The collection for Sunday, September 26, 2021 amounted to $22,634.00

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 Ministryã

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

Thomas Hyland

Estela Fernandez

Cherie Baldenko

Carol Bennett

Hope Della Ratta Cheryl Levulis

Nina Marie Maria DeAngelis

Theresa Fallon

Christine Marchese

Marguerite Baron

Paul Rogalli

Lottie Jennings

Gabriella Tranchina

Madison Milio

Lisa Fontenelli

Paul Martocci

Geralyn Gerba

Parker James Austin

Mark Stapleton

Allison Balentine

Frank Prince

Judith Betts ’55 ’59 James McCabe Chuck Sockett

Ann Pardi

Stephen Sheehan

Robert Levulis

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

Mimi Gerard James T. Kelly

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

Masses for the Week

Monday, October 3rd Gal 1:6-12, Lk 10:25-37

9:00 AM | Margaret Murray

Tuesday, October 4th St. Francis of Assisi Gal 1:13-24, Lk 10:38-42

9:00 AM | Irma & John Murray

Wednesday, October 5th

St. Faustina Kowalska, Virgin

Bl. Francis Xavier Seelos, Priest Gal 2:1-2, 7-14, Lk 11:1-4

9:00 AM | Al Pennisi

Thursday, October 6th St. Bruno, Priest

Bl. Marie Rose Durocher, Virgin Gal 3:1-5, Lk 11:5-13

7:00 AM | Henry Miller

9:00 AM | Margaret Murray

Friday, October 7th

Our Lady of the Rosary

First Friday Gal 3:7-14, Lk 11:15-26

9:00 AM | Robert Finardo

Saturday, October 8th Gal 3:22-29, Lk 11:27-28

9:00 AM | Theresa & Terence Cullen

5:00 PM | Thomas J. Flynn, Sr. Mabel Lijoi Osso Douglas Leonard Edwin Morales Marguerite G. “Peggy” Irving Angelica Mottola (living)

Sunday, October 9th

The Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time 2 Kgs 5:14-17, 2 Tm 2:8-13, Lk 17:11-19

7:30 AM | Edward Peyser

9:00 AM | People of the Parish

10:30 AM | Toni-Ann Zarra (living)

12:00 Noon | Anthony & Yolanda Spinetta Ana Maria Torres Gonzalez Casey Brosokas

Joan Moeller

Arlene Guider

Ralph Mottola

On the cover: Our Lady of Guadalupe as seen on the tilma of St. Juan Diego. As Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mary is considered the Patroness of the Unborn.

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.

The Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time | October 2, 2022

Mass Intentions Book for January 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023 will open on Tuesday, October 11, 2022.

Please note our policy whereby you will be able to reserve only two Masses during the first two weeks of the opening of the Mass Intentions Book for the first quarter of 2023. 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, or call (516-627-0385) or email (information@ stmary.ws) for other options.

ST. MARY’S GIFT SHOP O P E N

T O D A Y S U N D A Y

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

Please Patronize Our Advertisers

Business Owners: if you would like to advertise in our bulletin, please call JS Paluch at 1-800-524-0263. Our parish code is 571800.

Readings and Questions for Faith Sharing on the Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Reading I: 2 Kings 5:14-17 Now I know that there is no God in all the earth, except in Israel.

Reading II: 2 Timothy 2:8-13 If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful.

Gospel: Luke 17:11-19 “Stand up and go; your faith has saved you.”

Question for Adults: How have I expressed my gratitude to God for healings I have experienced?

Question for Children: Do I reach out to those who are different from me?

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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.

Our First Meeting of our new season will be on Friday, October 14th, at 10:00 AM in the Marian Room. All are welcome to join us. We will be discussing upcoming events, the annual Christmas Dinner, and plans for our new Daughters of Mary group. Hope to see you there!

Volunteers are needed to help out at the Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 22nd. The Rosary Society will be responsible for the Dessert Hour after the 5:00 PM Mass. Members are needed to help with set-up/clean-up, serving, and most importantly, providing baked goods. Please contact us at rosarysociety@stmary.ws if you are available.

OUR ANNUAL FLU SHOT CLINIC After All Masses This Weekend

Once again the Rosary Society is happy to provide this service to our parish, courtesy of Rite Aid pharmacist and alumna of St. Mary’s Schools, Dr. Marianne Lombardi. Please remember to bring along your insurance card. No appointment is necessary.

This Sunday, October 2nd 3:00 PM in the Church

Honoring the Queen of the Most Holy Rosary

Please Join Us as We Pray Our Lady’s Rosary in Song: Donna Cori Gibson’s “Musical Rosary”

This very special presentation was so welcomed by all when it was first presented a few years ago. The Rosary Society decided to bring it back this year!

OCTOBER IS THE MONTH DEDICATED TO THE MOST HOLY ROSARY

“The Rosary contains within itself the healing power of the Most Holy Name of Jesus, invoked with faith and love at the centre of each ‘Hail Mary’.” - Pope Benedict XVI

Friday, October 7th - Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary

The development of the rosary has a long history. First, a practice developed of praying 150 Our Fathers in imitation of the 150 Psalms. Then there was a parallel practice of praying 150 Hail Marys. Soon a mystery of Jesus’ life was attached to each Hail Mary. Though Mary’s giving of the rosary to Saint Dominic is recognized as a legend, the development of this prayer form owes much to the followers of Saint Dominic. One of them, Alan de la Roche, was known as “the apostle of the rosary.” He founded the first Confraternity of the Rosary in the 15th century. In the 16th century, the rosary was developed to its present form—with the 15 mysteries: joyful, sorrowful and glorious. In 2002, Pope John Paul II added the five Mysteries of Light to this devotion. (Source: francsicanmedia.org)

The Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time | October 2, 2022

Parish Social Ministry

The Parish Social Ministry Office is Closed for Renovation

The Parish Social Ministry Office is temporarily closed for renovations. However, we are continuing to work from an offsite location. If you are in need of food assistance, please leave a voicemail at 516-365-2705. We will return your call within one to two business days. If you have a food donation, please place it in the blue bin in the south vestibule of the church. Thank you for your understanding.

We are running low now and need to restock the following items (see below). Please donate if you find you are able. God bless you and your families.

Peanut Butter

Jelly

Canned Vegetables

Pancake Mix

Syrup

Canned Fruit Jell-O

Jarred Pasta Sauce

Coffee Crackers

Donations may be left in the donation box located in the south lobby of the Church. Thank you for your generosity and support!

Everyone is invited and we hope you will join the fun!

ST. MARY’S FOCUS GROUP GAME DAY

When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month, starting October 20th Where: Marian Room Time: 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Kindly RSVP by October 13th for the October 20th date to: Ronnie LoCascio 516- 365-8355 or rlocascio1@gmail.com or Sue Neville 516-424-2822 or suephd@aol.com

Bring your own game sets if you have them

You may form your own foursome, or we will place you at a table if you are on your own Coffee, tea, water, and cookies will be served A small donation to cover costs would be appreciated

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

In today’s Gospel Jesus tells his disciples, “When you have done all you have been commanded, say: We are unprofitable servants; we have only done what we were obliged to do.” This week, please help the Society of St. Vincent de Paul to bring the love and mercy of Jesus to those who feel left out and abandoned, for indeed we are only doing “what we are obliged to do”.

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 516746-8250. Thank you for your continued support.

Respect Life Ministry

Today is Respect Life Sunday

From Building a Culture of Life in a Post-Roe World, USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities:

[T]he logic of the culture of life recognizes that the pregnant woman and her child are not alone—they are fellow members of our larger human family whose interwoven vulnerability is a summons to all of us, but especially Catholics because of the teaching of Jesus and his proclamation of the Gospel of Life. Indeed, Catholics see in the life of the Holy Family a lesson for all society:

• Mary, who not only said “yes” to life but who accompanied and cared for her child throughout his life;

• Joseph, who met the unexpected challenges and threats to the child with fortitude and compassion; and

• Jesus himself, who came into the world not with power and majesty but with the vulnerability, dependence, and humility of a child.

In a post-Roe world, then, we must shift the paradigm to what Saint Pope John Paul II described as “radical solidarity,” making the good of others our own good, including especially mothers, babies (born and preborn), and families throughout the entire human lifespan. It is a call to friendship and compassion rooted in the truth that we are made to love our neighbor as ourselves.

St. Mary’s Respect Life Ministry encourages you to join us in the following pro-life efforts — your help is needed locally now more than ever!

Mom & Baby Shower - TODAY – unwrapped gifts accepted for moms and babies in need after all weekend Masses;

Stand Up For Life - TODAY - Route 110 in Huntington north of Route 25 (near Walt Whitman Mall), 2:00 to 2:30 PM;

40 Days for Life Campaign — Prayerful, peaceful, loving and compassionate witness at Hempstead Planned Parenthood. (https://www.40daysforlife.com/en/hempstead)

Please consider participating in any and all of the above … and bring friends!

For more information about St. Mary’s Respect Life Ministry, email RespectLife@StMary.ws

St. Francis Hospital Needs Volunteers for Pastoral Care, Transport, Greeters, etc.

Anyone interested in joining our team of volunteers

Please contact Kimberley Arlotta, Director of Volunteer Services 516-562-6106

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Act of Reparation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Most sweet Jesus, whose overflowing charity for men is requited by so much forgetfulness, negligence, and contempt, behold us prostrate before You, eager to repair by a special act of homage the cruel indifference and injuries to which Your loving Heart is everywhere subjected.

Mindful, alas! that we ourselves have had a share in such great indignities, which we now deplore from the depths of our hearts, we humbly ask Your pardon and declare our readiness to atone by voluntary expiation, not only for our own personal offenses, but also for the sins of those who, straying far from the path of salvation, refuse in their obstinate infidelity to follow you, their Shepherd and Leader, or, renouncing the promises of their Baptism, have cast off the sweet yoke of Your law.

We are now resolved to expiate each and every deplorable outrage committed against You; we are determined to make amends for the manifold offenses against Christian modesty in indecent dress and behavior, for all the foul seductions laid to ensnare the feet of the innocent, for the frequent violations of Sundays and holydays, and for the shocking blasphemies uttered against You and Your Saints.

We wish also to make amends for the insults to which Your Vicar on earth and Your priests are subjected, for the profanation, by conscious neglect or terrible acts of sacrilege, of the very Sacrament of Your divine love, and lastly for the public crimes of nations who resist the rights and teaching authority of the Church which You have founded.

Would that we were able to wash away such abominations with our blood.

We now offer, in reparation, for these violations of Your divine honor, the satisfaction You once made to Your Eternal Father on the cross and which You continue to renew daily on our altars; we offer it in union with the acts of atonement of Your Virgin Mother and all the Saints and of the pious faithful on earth; and we sincerely promise to make recompense, as far as we can with the help of Your grace, for all neglect of Your great love and for the sins we and others have committed in the past.

Henceforth, we will live a life of unswerving faith, of purity of conduct, of perfect observance of the precepts of the Gospel and especially that of charity.

We promise to the best of our power to prevent others from offending You and to bring as many as possible to follow You.

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with Benediction Mondays 3:00 - 5:00 PM

O loving Jesus, through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mother, our model in reparation, deign to receive the voluntary offering we make of this act of expiation; and by the crowning gift of perseverance keep us faithful unto death in our duty and the allegiance we owe to You, that we may all one day come to that happy home, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit You live and reign, forever and ever. Amen

Altar Server Training

Monday, October 3rd, at 5:00 PM in the Church

For more information, please email Fr. Dominik at frdominik@stmary.ws

Saint Mary

What is the Silver Circle Membership Program?

• A fundraiser that raises money for the IHM sisters Retirement Fund.

How much does a membership cost?

• Memberships are $25.00 each. You may purchase as many as you like.

Why should I join?

• In addition to supporting the IHM Sisters, you have 324 chances to win prizes ranging from $50.00 to $1,000.00.

When are the prize drawings?

• Drawings are held from October 2022 through June 2023 on the third Wednesday of each month.

What are the other member benefits?

• You are remembered in a monthly Mass for our benefactors and are able to share in the daily works and prayers of the IHM Sisters.

Please know how grateful we are for all that you do for us!

To join: please send $25.00 per membership along with the following information to:

Sr. Sandra McMahon, IHM, St. Mary’s Convent, 1320 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, NY 11030

Name: Last ______________________________ First ______________________

Address: ___________________________________________________________

City ___________________________ State _________ Zip + 4 _______________

Phone __________________________ Date _____________ Amount $_________

GIFT MEMBERSHIP

Name: Last ______________________________ First _______________________

Address: ____________________________________________________________

City ______________________ State ______ Zip + 4 __________ Amount $_______

Phone __________________________ Date _____________

Please make checks payable to: Sisters of IHM

If purchasing additional memberships, please attach a sheet to this form.

Address:

SPONSORSHIPS

PLATINUM PUMPKIN $7,500

Includes 20 Activity Bracelets

GOLDEN APPLE $5,000 Includes 15 Activity Bracelets

SILVER SCARECROW $2,500 Includes 10 Activity Bracelets

COPPER CORNUCOPIA $1,000 Includes 7 Activity Bracelets

FESTIVAL FRIEND $500 Includes 5 Activity Bracelets

AUTUMN SUPPORTER $250 Includes 2 Activity Bracelets

Activity Bracelets

$20 EACH

Number of Bracelets: ______

Saturday, October 22, 2022

Denihan Field at Marist Hall

12:00 - 8:00 PM with Mass in the Church at 5:00 PM

UNDERWRITING OPPORTUNITIES

ROCK CLIMBING WALL $1,500 Includes 10 Activity Bracelets

BEER & WINE GARDEN* $1,000 Includes 7 Activity Bracelets

INFLATABLE RIDES & BINGO $750 Includes 6 Activity Bracelets

FACE PAINTING & DUNK TANK $500 Includes 4 Activity Bracelets

ARTS & CRAFTS AND CARNIVAL BOOTHS $250 Includes 2 Activity Bracelets

KIDDIE STRIKER AND FOOTBALL TOSS $100 Includes 1 Activity Bracelet

21+ Beer & Wine Garden @ 6 PM*

After the 5:00 pm Mass, the Harvest Festival tent will be open to adults 21+ only. We will serve beer and wine (on-the-house!) and the food trucks will be open for the purchase of dinner! Children will have the opportunity to enjoy games and activities on Denihan Field led by our our High School students and faculty.

Visit the “Give Tab” on www.saintmarysmanhasset.org for online sponsorship and underwriting opportunities, activity bracelets, and list of activities. The names of all sponsors and underwriters will be included on the event signage displayed at the Harvest Festival and in the Parish Bulletin. Thank you for your generous support!

State:

Bracelets to

Amount Enclosed: $

Card Type: American Express Mastercard

Credit Card #:

Name on Card:

by checking the

the Office of Development at 516-627-4605.

make checks payable to Church of St. Mary Harvest Festival

Amount to Charge: $

Exp. Date: ___________ Sec. Code # :

Signature:

PLEASE RETURN FORM AND PAYMENT TO THE PARISH OFFICE OR DROP IN THE SUNDAY COLLECTION BASKET. For more information, please contact Kiera Walsh, St. Mary’s Office of Development, at 516-627-4605 or Email kwalsh@stmary.ws.

Liturgical Ministry

Are You Interested in Serving St. Mary’s as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion (EM) or a Lector?

The Diocese of Rockville Centre has announced Fall Training Dates and Locations

Please Note:

Only candidates recommended by the Pastor are eligible for the training

Send an email to Fr. Bob at pastor@stmary.ws to tell him of your interest in becoming an EM and/or Lector

and give the date and location of the training session(s) you prefer

For Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Part A* and Lectors

Tuesday, October 25th - St. Elizabeth in Melville - 7:00 - 10:00 PM

For Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Part A*

Saturday, October 29th - St. Rosalie in Hampton Bays - 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon

Saturday, November 5th - St. Paul the Apostle in Brookville - 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon

For Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Part B* (presented in conjunction with Catholic Health)

Saturday, October 29th - St. Rosalie in Hampton Bays - 1:00 - 4:00 PM**

Tuesday, November 15th - St. Elizabeth in Melville - 6:30 - 9:30 PM

Saturday, November 19th - St. Paul the Apostle in Brookville - 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon

*Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, Part A Training - This “BASIC” training is required of all those beginning as Ministers. Those wish to minister in hospitals, nursing homes, eldercare facilities, and to the homebound are required to attend Part B Training in addition to BASIC Training. BASIC Training must be taken before the Part B Training. If you have taken the Part A Training only in the past, but would now like to serve in hospitals, etc. you should indicate your interest in EM Part B Training only. Questions about EM training and service may be directed to Jane Clifford, Coordinator of EMs at St. Mary’s, at bulletin@stmary.ws.

**This is the first time we are offering Part A and Part B on the SAME day. Those who attend Part A in the morning are welcome to bring lunch or leave for lunch and return for the 1pm Part B session. Only those preregistered for part B will be allowed to stay for this second session.

Lector training may be taken by both new and experienced lectors. Questions about serving as a Lector at St. Mary’s may be directed to Rich Bentley, Coordinator of Lectors at St. Mary’s, at RBentley@downstate.edu.

Religious Education

God’s Collaborators

St. Mary’s Religious Education Program is in full gear! Classes began on September 29th for both in person and online catechism students. It is a real blessing of grace to offer multiple ways of learning about our Catholic faith to nearly 700 students. Without St. Mary Catechists, we could not have resumed the traditional model of classroom instruction. As God’s collaborators, they dedicate themselves to Christ’s mission, educating students on the Gospel and the life of grace. St. Paul commissioned his entire life to this purpose. He exclaims in a letter to the Galatians, “My little children, of whom I am in labor again, until Christ be formed in you (4:19). St. Mary’s online student community continues to successfully work with us using the remote option.

We look forward to this year of Christian fellowship, and the joy of moving both in person and online student communities closer to know the sweet love of God.

We welcome Catherine Abbatangelo, who joins us as St. Mary’s Religious Education Coordinator.

Vive Jesus! Mrs. Granieri

OCIA and Adult Faith Formation

OCIA Is Here Waiting for You!

This is my body given for

The OCIA (formerly known as RCIA) here at St. Mary’s has no candidates at this time. If you know any persons who are in need of completing their Sacraments of Initiation or coming into the Church or wish to deepen their relationship with God, this could be their opportunity to do so. Encourage them to call Sister Teresa to see how they can begin the process.

In the meantime, the OCIA team has the opportunity to learn more about the Church’s understanding of the process through the webinars that are now in their fifth week. These webinars, approved by the USCCB, are held weekly from now until February and cover every aspect of the workings of the OCIA. It is a national process that has more than two thousand five hundred people registered.

Sister Teresa can be contacted about our OCIA 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.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word Sundays at the 9:00 AM Mass

After the Opening Prayer, children will be dismissed from the church with a blessing by the priest, proceed to the chapel for the Sunday Readings and a short reflection on the Gospel, all on a level that children can understand. They are returned to the church at the beginning of the Creed.

We are in need of a few more people who would like to spend a short while helping the children understand the Gospel reading for the day. Please consider sitting in on Sunday to see what it’s about and/or email Jane at bulletin@stmary.ws.

Let the little children come to me... (Matthew 19:14)

Knights of Columbus

Father William A. Daly S.J. Council #2122 Serving St. Mary’s Parish in Manhasset and St. Aloysius Parish In Great Neck www.kofc2122.org

What is a Knights of Columbus Family?

We are Catholic families building a bridge to our faith.

Our lives, time, efforts, and resources are dedicated to these values: Charity. Unity. Fraternity. Patriotism.

We come from different places, backgrounds, and all stages of life. But the common thread is our Catholic faith. We are Catholic families seeking to improve ourselves and the world.

It’s one thing to say who you are. It’s another thing is to live it. Put your values into practice.

Become a Knights of Columbus family. Interested? Please call: Tony Racioppo 917 539 0859 Dan Garcia 516 358 1817

Ladies interested in joining the Columbiettes

Please contact Maura Clifford at Macliff56@gmail.com

The Knights of Columbus First Annual Diaper Drive

October 1st - 16th

The Knights of Columbus Fr. William A. Daly Council #2122 will be holding its First Annual Diaper Drive to support the Gianna Center for Women’s Health.

During Respect Life month, from October 1 - 16, there will be boxes in the south lobby to collect diapers, new or slightly used baby blankets, baby bottles, unopened formula, and baby wipes. This is in conjunction with the KofC new program “Aid and Support After Pregnancy”(ASAP). The Knights thank you in advance for your continued support.

Venerable

Anthony Vincent Gallo

Diocesan Priest, Oblate of the Congregation of the Priests of the Sacred Heart

Montforte Irpino: 11 January 1899 - Rome: 2 May 1934

O Most Holy Trinity, Who deigned to raise Venerable Anthony Vincent Gallo to the priesthood, and endowed him with precious gifts, especially that of a burning love for suffering and immolation, we humbly beseech You, if it be Your will, that he may be glorified on earth, and that we may obtain through his intercession the particular grace which we ask for with living faith. Amen.

Second Time Marissa Lando and Ryan Maloney St. Mary, St. Anne, Manhasset, NY Garden City, NY

Third Time Jaclyn Carey and Brian Kiernan St. Mary, Ss. Peter & Paul, Manhasset, NY Hoboken, NJ

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

Saint Mary

Welcome New Parishioners

We welcome those who registered in our parish during September, 2022.

Dr. & Mrs. Kevin O’Rourke and Family

Dr. & Mrs. Brian Kincaid and Family

Mr. & Mrs. James Donoghue and Family

Mr. & Mrs. John Meyer and Family

Mr. Michael Easton

Mr. & Mrs. Robert O’Sullivan and Family

Mr. Bruno Carusone & Ms. Marianne Miletic and Family

Baptisms

We welcome those who were baptized during the month of September, 2022.

Liana Dawn Bagnato

Alexandra Faith Cangemi

Peter Parker Sabino

Purgatorial Society

Gabriella Skye Plaza

Finn Morrisson O’Rourke

Charlotte Frances Meyer

The following names have been enrolled in our Purgatorial Society beginning October 1, 2022.

Joseph DeBellis

Jeanette Victor Yennifer Turcios

Aleksander Henry Sajewski

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

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

Worldwide Marriage Encounter is sponsoring a variety of in-person and virtual marriage experiences, some on weekends and some on seven weekdays. Couples will explore their relationship with each other, God, and the Church. Registration is limited and a $100 application fee is required. For more information or to apply, call Chuck & Maria Reiss at 631-486-8607 or visit them at https://wwmenyli.org/.

As the beauty of the leaves begin to show, remember to show your appreciation for your spouse. Attend a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience together:

October 14-16 In-Person in Barre, Vermont at Millstone Hill Lodge

October 14-16 In-Person in Concord, NH at Christ the King Parish Center

Sponsored by the Friends of the Seminary

Viewing and Discussion of Bishop Robert Barron’s DVD Series

From 2 to 4 pm

DVD Presentation - Discussion facilitated byOctober 2 St. Catherine of Siena Dr. Michael Hoonhout

October 16 Cardinal John Henry Newman Msgr. Charles Fink

October 30 Flannery O’Connor Daniel Pertuccio

November 13 Bishop Fulton J. Sheen T/B/A

In two thousand years, the Catholic Chur ch has yielded countless saints, artists, mystics, and scholars. But among them are figures that are truly pivotal—men and women who not only shaped the life of the Church but changed the course of civilization. In his series CATHOLICISM: The Pivotal Players, Bishop Robert Barron draws readers into the life and work of Pivotal Players—from great saints to literary masters—who personally demonstrated the dynamics of the Christian faith in their distinct time and place. These stories capture both the great variety of personalities and vocations in the Catholic Church and the harmonies between them, all oriented to its ultimate purpose: to be salt and light for all the nations

For planning purposes, pre-registration for each of the four sessions is requested. Seminary Development Office • 440 West Neck Road • Huntington, NY 11743 bmalone@icseminary.edu ♦ Register on-line www.icseminary.edu (631) 423 - 0483x102

Free Will Offering Appreciated ($20 Suggested)

The Seminary of the Immaculate Conception is committed to the mission of education and formation in the Catholic Faith in service of the local and universal Church.

October 2022

Rosary

• 97% of all households attending church take at least one bulletin home every Sunday

• 74% of all members of the household read the entire bulletin

• 70% of all households are aware of and look at the advertising in the bulletin

• 68% of households surveyed,when making a choice between businesses, are inclined to choose the one who advertised in the bulletin

• 62% of households keep the bulletin the entire week as a reference

• 41% of households do business with a company specifically because of their advertisement in the church bulletin

• 22% of households go to breakfast,brunch,lunch,or dinner after church each week. (Information from a University of Missouri Study)

We know that 41% of all households do business with a company specifically because of their advertising in the church bulletin.No where else can you advertise and benefit from such loyalty. That’s using your advertising budget to gain long term customers!

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"The Rosary is a magnificent and universal prayer for the needs of the Church, the nations, and the entire world.”

Saint John

SEM. PATRICK

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