Church of Saint Mary Parish Bulletin: October 6, 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
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
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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
Nicolas Inglese
Paul Inglese
Pamela Gallo
Allison Azzara
Teddy Connolly
Sarah Praay
Agnes Gaus
Glenn LaChance
Mary Jo Beagen
Names will remain on the list for three months. Please email bulletin@stmary.ws if you would like to continue with the listing
Mary Agnes Baker
Bella Trezza
Bruce & Kaye Byrne
Barbara Knighton
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, October 7th
Our Lady of the Rosary
Gal 1:6-12, Lk 10:25-37
9:00 AM | Charles Vachris
Tuesday, October 8th
Gal 1:13-24, Lk 10:38-42
9:00 AM | Michelle O’Connor
Wednesday, October 9th
St. Denis, Bishop and Companions, Martyrs
St. John Leonardi, Priest
Gal 2:1-2, 7-14, Lk 11:1-4
9:00 AM | Michelle O’Connor
Tursday, October 10th
Gal 3:1-5, Lk 11:5-13
7:00 AM | Judith Waller
9:00 AM | Joseph Gribbon
Friday, October 11th
St. John XXIII, Pope
Gal 3:7-14, Lk 11:15-26
9:00 AM | Eleanor & Robert Boland
Saturday, October 12th
Gal 3:22-29, Lk 11:27-28
9:00 AM | Charles Caminiti
5:00 PM | Mary Beth Brady
Tomas J. Flynn, Sr.
Tim Horan
Frances & Richard Maher
Michael A. Mondiello
Madeline Mannino
Tim Tedrick
Sunday, October 13th
Te Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Wis 7:7-11, Heb 4:12-13, Mk 10:17-30
7:30 AM | Michelle P. O’Connor
9:00 AM | People of the Parish
10:30 AM | Joseph Salvo
12:00 Noon | Bill Brophy
Alfred Lepore
Pauline Giolito
Josephine Arkwright
Teresa Fallon
Breda McCabe Malfesi
Edward Peyser
Cover Art: Let the Children Come to Me. Artist: Anthony van Dyck (1599-1641).
William T. Yorio
J Stewards of God’s Gifts
In today’s First Reading and Gospel, we hear about marriage and God’s plan for married couples.
Te collection for Sunday, September 29, 2024 amounted to $23,943.00.
Te collection for Sunday, October 1, 2023 amounted to $23,688.00.
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 Hospitality: For all married couples—let your love for each other and for your family showcase the love God has for His people. Be a good representative of a loving, Christian marriage, especially to young couples. 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.
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.
October is the Month of the Holy Rosary
On Tursday, October 10th, we will hold our frst monthly meeting in the St. John Paul II Room at 10:00 AM. All members are welcome to the meeting. We will discuss our plans for 2024-2025 as well as our annual Christmas dinner to be held on Tursday, December 5th.
Our Flu Shot/Immunization Clinic will be held the weekend of October 19th20th. Dr. Elena Rayhan of Rite Aid pharmacy will supervise the fu shot clinic after the 5:00 PM Mass on Saturday and before/after all Masses on Sunday EXCEPT the 7:30 AM Mass. Open to all parishioners. Please remember to bring your health insurance cards.
A Musical Rosary will be held on Sunday, October 27th following the 12:00 Noon Mass. All parishioners are encouraged to attend.
Monday, October 7th - MEMORIAL OF OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY
Te Catholic Church dedicates the entire month of October to the Holy Rosary. Tis month-long observance is largely due to the liturgical feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, celebrated on October 7th. According to legend, Mary entrusted the Rosary to St. Dominic in the 13th century to aid in conficts with the Albigensians (who held that the physical world was inherently evil). Later, the Dominican pope, St. Pius V, extended the popularity of the Rosary by introducing this feast day in 1571. Toward the end of the 19th century, Pope Leo XIII promoted the practice of dedicating the entire month of October to the Rosary.
Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary, Pray for Us!
Religious Education
Smiles, Friends and Names
Religious education classes began on the Little Flower’s saint day (October 1st). St. Térèse of Lisieux teaches us so much through her simplicity, purity of heart, and childlike trust in God.
Catechists welcomed students back with a hearty smile, and invited each one to share something about themselves with classmates. We always take time to welcome students by name – names have great signifcance. As the prophet Isaiah tells us, “But now thus says the LORD, I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.” Te focus on the frst day of class also centered on why we gather each week, and how we accomplish Catholic formation.
Everyone is excited to begin a new year in religious education.
May God bless the children, their families and the work we set out to do in HIS name this year!
Mrs. Granieri
“I do not well see what more I shall have in Heaven than now. I shall see the good God, it is true; but as to being with Him, I am wholly with Him already upon earth.” – St. Térèse of Lisieux
RESPECT LIFE MONTH STATEMENT
October 2024
Most
Reverend Michael F. Burbidge
We are living in an exciting time of revival. Our National Eucharistic Congress, and the Eucharistic processions that led to it, involved hundreds of thousands of Catholics who will never be the Jesus, truly present in the Eucharist, gives us the fullness of life. He calls each of us to respect that
fragile, or vulnerable, they are the most in need of our care and protection. Pope Francis reminds us that “every child who, rather than being born, face of Jesus Christ, bears the face of the Lord,
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no longer live under the regime of Roe v. Wade, reduce or end abortion. But what we now see is has tragically created a national mindset where many Americans have become comfortable with some abortion industry to continue to provide any amount of abortion. Given this challenge, the U.S. to address all the ways in which human life is threatened, “abortion remains our pre-eminent
brothers and sisters, destroying more than a 2
“We are facing an enormous and dramatic clash between good and evil, death and life…”
In a tragic way, abortion has become the preeminent priority for others as well. We see many politicians celebrating the destruction of preborn children, and protecting access to abortion, even up until the moment of birth. Few leaders are standing up to limit the harm of chemical abortion (abortion pills) to mothers and children, which is now the most common form of abortion. And heading into the November elections, as many as ten states face gravely evil ballot initiatives that would enshrine abortion in their state constitutions.
Pope St. John Paul II’s words resonate today: “we are facing an enormous and dramatic clash between good and evil, death and life, the ‘culture of death’ and the ‘culture of life’ … we are all involved and we all share in it, with the inescapable responsibility of choosing to be 3
And so we need a revival of prayer and action:
• for the legal protection of every human life, from conception to natural death, and to vote for candidates who will defend the life and dignity of the human person.
• We must call for policies that assist women and their children in need, while also continuing to help mothers in our own communities through local pregnancy help centers and our nationwide, parish-based initiative, Walking with Moms in Need
• from participation in abortion, through the Project Rachel Ministry
• Most importantly, we must rededicate ourselves to fervent prayer on behalf of life.
elections, by daily praying our Respect Life Month
“Prayer for Life to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament
Jesus, you came that we might have life— and have it in abundance. Together with the Father and the Holy Spirit, you form us in our mothers’ wombs and call us to love you for all
Presence in the Eucharist. Dispel the darkness of the culture of death, for you are the light that shines in the darkness, and the darkness cannot overcome it. By the power of your Eucharistic Presence, help us to defend the life of every human person at every stage. Transform our hearts to protect and cherish all whose lives are most vulnerable. For you are God, forever and ever. Amen.
the womb will be protected in law and welcomed in love, and that all mothers and families will be strengthened by our support and accompaniment.
For information on October Respect Life Month, visit
1 Pope Francis, “Address of Holy Father Francis to Participants in the Meeting Organized by the International Federation of Catholic Medical Associations,” September 20, 2013 (Vatican City: Libreria Editrice Vaticana).
2 Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship: A Call to Political Responsibility from the Catholic Bishops of the United States, Introductory Letter, p. 8 (Washington, D.C.: United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, 2024).
3 Pope John Paul II, Evangelium vitae (Vatican City: Libreria Editrice Vaticana, 1995), no. 28.
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 Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Reading I: Wisdom 7:7-11
Yet all good things together came to me in her company, and countless riches at her hands.
Reading II: Hebrews 4:12-13
Indeed the word of God is living and efective.
Gospel: Mark 10:17-30
“Go, sell what you have, and give to the poor and you will have teasure in heaven; then come, follow me.”
Question for Adults:
Are possessions or behaviors holding me back from following Jesus?
Question for Children:
Do I pray to Jesus to grow in wisdom as He did?
Good Samaritan House
Our pantry is running low on the following items:
Juice
Snacks
Peas
Carrots
Mixed Vegetables
Cake Mix
Thank you so much for your continued generosity!
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
In today’s Gospel, Jesus tells his disciples, “Let the children come to me…for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” Tis week, please help the Society of St. Vincent de Paul to bring the love and mercy of Jesus to children who are hungry and cold.
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.
Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Prayer Before the Blessed Sacrament
Lord, Jesus Christ, I believe You are as truly present in this holy Sacrament as You were when dying upon a cross for our salvation or as You are now enthroned in glory in heaven at the right hand of the Father. You said that You would give us Yourself as the bread of life, which if we eat we shall live forever (John 6:25). I believe this truth because You are truth itself. With confdence in Your loving forgiveness therefore I have approached Your altar conscious that my unworthiness to receive You is outweighed by Your desire to be united to my soul. You desire to nourish my soul on its earthly pilgrimage until the day when I shall be with You in the eternal banquet to feed on the unveiled beauty of Your Presence forever. May this Sacrament of Your Body and Blood which I have received be to me the cleansing of all my sins the strengthening of what is weak within me and my sure defense against all the perils of this world. May it bestow on me Your forgiveness and establish me in Your grace. May the holy Eucharist be to me the medicine of my life the abiding memory of Your Passion and death my stay in weakness, the Viaticum and sure supply of all my life’s pilgrimage. May this wondrous Sacrament lead me as I go, bring me back when I wander, receive me when I return, uphold me when I stumble, raise me again when I fall, strengthen me to persevere even unto the end, and bring me to Your glory. O Jesus, may the blissful presence of Your Body and Blood so change the state of my heart that it may never again fnd sweetness in anything but You alone. Let my heart love no other beauty, seek no unpermitted love, desire no consolation, admit no other delight, care for no honor but Your honor, stand in fear of no enemy or sufering in this life. You are my God, forever and ever. Amen - St. Tomas Aquinas (12251274)
Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with Closing Benediction Mondays 3:00 - 5:00 PM in the Church
Cheerful Catholic Academic Scholarship
THE SCHOOLS OF ST. MARY
in Memory of Alumnus Jonathan Diller ’10 Announced
The Town of Oyster Bay held a press conference on Monday, September 30, at Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall in Wantagh, announcing the launch of the Detective Jonathan Diller Scholarship Fund.
With a host of media outlets present, Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino proudly delivered the news of joining forces with local business MGD Investment’s principal, Larry Weinberger, who came to him with the idea of creating an event in memory of the fallen NYPD hero, who was killed in the line of duty in March 2024. From that moment, the event has built up steam, and the community is playing a vital role. The date is Wednesday, November 20, at the storied entertainment venue on Railroad Avenue beginning at 6:30 PM. Stephanie Diller, the widow of Det. Diller bravely stood alongside Supervisor Saladino and other dignitaries to announce the establishment of the scholarship, which will benefit students at Saint Mary’s High School in Manhasset, where the late Detective was a member of the Class of 2010.
Principal Gerard J. Buckley was invited to the podium to speak on behalf of St. Mary’s High School, where he publicly thanked all of the parties involved, especially Mrs. Stephanie Diller, for the generous gift of this named scholarship. This scholarship will not only provide financial support
but also inspire future St. Mary’s Gaels who aspire to live a life of service beyond self while achieving academic success.
Supervisor Saladino also shared at the news conference that Mr. Weinberger made the first donation of $5,000 that morning, emphasizing the importance of this initial contribution to kick off the $100,000 goal of the fundraiser.
Tickets for the November 20, 2024, fundraiser at Mulcahy’s are available online at muls.com, and donations to the Detective Jonathan Diller Scholarship Fund can be made online by visiting saintmaryshs.org or scan the QR code.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 12
6:00-10:00 PM IN THE MARIAN ROOM $65 PER PERSON*
TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER 9/22 IN THE PARISH OFFICE DURING BUSINESS HOURS
Guests will receive one CHANCE BOOK valued at $12 with each ticket purchased
50/50 RAFFLE
Dinner by Restaurant 388 Beer, wine & soda included Music by Raffi Caballero
Reservations can be made by emailing FSKofC2122@gmail.com
*ALL TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE. SEATING IS LIMITED.
FR. WILLIAM A DALY COUNCIL #2122
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
FR. WILLIAM A. DALY COUNCIL #2122
THIRD ANNUAL
Diaper Drive
The Fr. William Daly Council #2122 will be collecting diapers, baby formula, blankets and such for the ASAP Program (Aid & Support After Pregnancy). This collection will coincide with Respect Life Month starting October 5-20. Boxes will be in the south lobby of the Church. Please contact Thomas Mayerhauser at 516-852-0812 with any questions.
Thank you for your generosity!
The Fr. WIlliam A. Daly Columbiettes
Invite You to A Fun Evening of Bingo
Friday, October 25th, at 6:30 PM
St. Aloysius Church Parish Center 592 Middleneck Road, Great Neck (Parish Center is behind the church and is wheelchair accessible)
Cost is $10.00 includes 1 bingo packet
Additional cards will be available for purchase 16 and older, please.
CASH Prizes
50/50 and Lottery Tree Raffle Holiday Boutique
Snacks, Dessert, Coffee/Tea will be served or feel free to bring your own. Seating is limited.
Must RSVP with payment by October 18th. Checks payable to Fr. William A. Daly Columbiettes
Send your Name, Address, Phone No., Number of reservations to St. Aloysius Church, Attn: Sara, 592 Middleneck Road, Great Neck, NY 11023
First Time
Andrew Vita and Kristen LaBruna St. Catherine of Siena St. Mary, Mountain Lakes, NJ Manhasset, NY
Second Time
Daniel Papa and Kelly Murphy St. Mary, Our Lady of Mercy, Manhasset, NY Hicksville, NY
Tird Time
Matthew Lee and Paige Pacent Christ Our Savior, St. Mary, Manchester Center, VT Manhasset, NY
Are You Interested in Serving St. Mary’s as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion (EM) or a Lector?
Te 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 22nd - St. Elizabeth in Melville - 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Tursday, November 14th - St. Agnes in Rockville Centre - 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Saturday, December 7th - Immaculate Conception in Westhampton Beach - 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
For Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Part B*
Tuesday, October 29th - St. Elizabeth in Melville - 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Wednesday, December 4th - St. Agnes in Rockville Centre - 7:00 - 10:00 PM
Saturday, December 7th - Immaculate Conception in Westhampton Beach - 1:00 - 4:00 PM**
*Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, Part A Training - Tis “BASIC” training is required of all those beginning as Ministers. Tose 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 Cliford, Coordinator of EMs at St. Mary’s, at bulletin@stmary.ws.
**We are ofering Part A and Part B on the SAME day. Tose who attend Part A in the morning are welcome to bring lunch or leave for lunch and return for the 1:00 PM Part B session. Only those pre-registered 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.
SpecialCollection forHurricaneRelief
The Diocese of Rockville Centre has announced a voluntary special collection to assist those suffering from the impact of Helene.
A SECOND COLLECTION DATE WILL BE ANNOUNCED.
If you wish to donate now, please make checks payable to the Church of Saint Mary with “Hurricane Relief” in the memo line. Your gift will make a difference and help individuals and families rebuild their lives.
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 917-4965640 or MALantier510@gmail.com.
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.
Twenty-Seventh Sunday In Ordinary Time
Genesis 2:18-24: “God said, it is not good for man to be alone. I will make a suitable partner for him. So the Lord God formed out of the ground various animals and birds, and he brought them to the man. But none proved to be the suitable partner for him. So, the Lord cast a deep spell on the man, and while he was asleep, he took out one of his ribs and closed up its place with fesh. Ten God built up into a woman the rib that had been taken from the man. Te man said, Tis one, at last, is bone of my bones and fesh of my fesh. Tat is why a man leaves his father and mother and clings to his wife, and the two of them become one fesh.. Want to enhance your marriage and make it better? Check out a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience today. You can fnd one by looking up WWME.org. Some of the dates to sign up are:
October 18-20, 2024, Sunapee, NH
November 1-3,2024, Glen Rock, NY
November 4-25, 2024, (Virtual)
November 22-24, 2024, Calais, VT
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/.
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 2024 through June 2025 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:
Address:
Please make checks payable to: Sisters of IHM
If purchasing additional memberships, please attach a sheet to this form.
SEPTEMBER 2024
ST. MARY’S WELCOMES
Those who registered in our parish:
Mr. & Mrs. Osvaldo De La Cruz and Family
Dr. Ji Eun Choi and Mr. Charles Qin and Family
Mr. & Mrs. Hyng Nguyen and Family
Mr. & Mrs. Brian Blaney and Family
Mr. Damon Santarsiero
Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Fernandes and Family
Those who were baptized:
Delaney S. Denihan
Eva Claire Gallagher
Sophia Caroline Strianese
Olivia Chloe Strianese
Hartley Grace Kane
Harrison Robert Kane
Anne Longworth Peyser
Henry Marc Puncar
Those who were enrolled* in our Purgatorial Society:
Regina Cammarata
Dolores Bullis
Daniel Marangiello
Ann Nowak
Marilyn Campbell
Dennis McSweeney
*enrollment begins October 1, 2024
Mass Intentions Book for April 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025 opened on Tuesday, September 24th.
2024 Christmas Eve/Day Intentions will open on Tuesday, October 22nd
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 second quarter of 2025. After that time, you may reserve any additional Masses for the period. Easter intentions will open at a later date. Mass intentions may be requested in person at the Parish Office, Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Sunday 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM or call (516-6270385) or email (information@stmary.ws) for other options.
Please also note the following change in policy due to high demand for Mass intentions: Walkin requests may take precedence on the day of opening. Phone and email requests will be considered in the order received following the morning rush.
GIRL SCOUT PRAY AND PLAY DAY
SISTERS OF ST. DOMINIC MOTHERHOUSE
555 ALBANY AVE., AMITYVILLE
OCTOBER 19, 2024
Girl Scout Pray and Play Day will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the Sisters of St. Dominic Motherhouse in Amityville. Activities are open to Brow nie, Junior, Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Girl Scouts.
The day of prayer, crafts, fellowship, and fun begins promptly at 9:45 AM with check-in. Our program of Mass, the Rosary, and the Stations of the Cross begins at 10:00 AM.
The themed workshops will conclude at approximately 1:00 PM. This year’s theme is “Mary Around the World”.
Cost: $10.00 per participant - Includes the special 2024 patch and crafts. The patch will be mailed to attendees after the event.
Register for the event by 10/12/2024 by sending name, address, phone number, troop level, and parish to gsdrvc@gmail.com. Please bring the permission slip and fee to the event. Attendance is limited to 40 girls.
to participate in Play and Pray Day on October 19, 2024, at the Sisters of St. Dominic Motherhouse, 555 Albany Ave., Amityville, NY. I shall allow her to attend only if she is in good physical condition at the time of the event. I shall be responsible for meeting her on time at the end of the event. Please see that my child receives the medication(s) _________________________________________ in the following dosage ______________________ frequency ________________________ for condition(s) ___________________.
In case of illness or injury, the adult in charge will make every effort to contact me, or the emergency adult listed below. If I cannot be reached, you have my permission to take my child to a doctor or hospital by whatever means of transportation is available. I hereby authorize the doctor or hospital to administer whatever emergency medical treatment is, in the opinion of the doctor, needed.
Retreat & Conference Center of theImmaculate Conception
Special Announcement
Join the Friends of the Seminary on Sunday, October 13th, for the first session of the 2 2024 “Sundays at the Seminary” Program. Special presenter will be Papal Knight Gary Krupp, author of Pope Pius XII & World War II: The Documented Truth, and co-founder with his wife, Meredith, of Pave the Way Foundation. The mission of Pave the Way is to initiate cultural, educational, and technological exchanges between religions, facilitating gestures of good will.
Gary Krupp is uniquely suited to build bridges between religions. In 2000 St. Pope John Paul II knighted him Knight Commander to the Pontifical Equestrian Order of St. Gregory the Great. In 2007, Pope Benedict XVI elevated him to Knight Commander with a silver star. Krupp is the most-decorated Jew in the Vatican’s history. He is best-known as defender of Pope Pius XII and his actions in regards to the Holocaust during the Second World War. Gary is a passionate and dynamic speaker. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn the truth about Pius XII and the Nazis!
Sunday, October 13th – 2 to 4 pm
Retreat & Conference Center oftheImmaculate Conception 440 West Neck Road, Huntington 11743 www.icseminary.edu (631)423-0483 x 102 bmalone@icseminary.edu
