Church of Saint Mary Parish Bulletin: September 24, 2023

CHURCH of SAINT MARY

The Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

September 24, 2023

Reverend Father Robert A. Romeo | Pastor

Reverend Father Dominik Wegiel | Parochial Vicar

Reverend Father Rafal Borowiejski | Parochial Vicar

Reverend Father Edward Obi, MSP | Parochial Vicar

Parish Mission Statement

We, the community of Saint Mary’s, Manhasset, building on our rich heritage of Catholic faith and tradition, center ourselves in the Eucharist and honor God in proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ.

Guided by the Holy Spirit, we seek to be the presence of Christ through our liturgical, educational and social ministries. We dedicate our time, talent and treasure to the service of all as we build the kingdom of God in our world. We commit to this mission in the name of Jesus Christ.

Church of Saint Mary

1300 Northern Boulevard

Manhasset, New York 11030

(516) 627-0385

Fax (516) 627-6070

www.saintmarysmanhasset.org

Schedule of Masses

Thursday 7:00 AM (when school is in session)

Monday–Friday 9:00 AM

Saturday 9:00 AM, 5:00 PM

Sunday 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 Noon

Sacrament of Penance

Saturdays from 4:00-4:45 PM and by appointment. Please call 627-0385.

Anointing of the Sick

The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is celebrated in the Chapel on the second Sunday of the month following the 10:30 AM Mass. If you are unable to come to Church, please call the Parish Office to make arrangements for Anointing or to receive the Eucharist.

Parish Office

627-0385 | Fax 627-6070

Monday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday - Friday 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday - (phone only) 10:00 AM–1:30 PM

Sunday 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM

E-mail: information@stmary.ws

Parish Social Ministry

365-2705

Monday-Wednesday-Thursday 11:00 AM-3:00 PM

E-mail: socialmin@stmary.ws

St. Vincent de Paul Society: svdp@stmary.ws

Religious Education

627-4028

Monday 12:00 Noon-8:00 PM

Wednesday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Tuesday and Thursday 9:00 AM–6:00 PM

Closed on Friday

PARISH DIRECTORY

Pastoral Staff

Rev. Fr. Robert A. Romeo Pastor

627-0385 | ext. 1004 pastor@stmary.ws

Rev. Fr. Dominik Wegiel

Parochial Vicar

627-0385 | ext. 1006 frdominik@stmary.ws

Rev. Fr. Rafal Borowiejski Parochial Vicar

Rev. Fr. Edward Obi, MSP Parochial Vicar

Parish Staff Jane Clifford Bulletin Editor bulletin@stmary.ws

Marie T. Granieri

Director of Religious Education 627-4028 | ext. 1127 releddirector@stmary.ws

Vincent Hartley

Facilities Manager

627-0385 | ext. 1002

Kathleen Kosciusko Director of Parish Social Ministry

627-0385 | ext. 1126 kkosciusko@stmary.ws

Jennifer LaChance Office Manager 627-0385 information@stmary.ws

Robert Levulis Music Director 313-7606

Vanessa Quiros Parish Office 627-0385 vquiros@stmary.ws

Sr. Teresa Raftery, IHM

Adult Faith Formation 627-0385 | ext. 1010 traftery@stmary.ws

The Schools of Saint Mary Nursery through 12th Grade

Very Rev. Dom Elias Carr, Can. Reg., Ph.D. President 627-2711

president@stmary.ws

Norma Ragalli Stafford Director of Admissions 627-2711 | ext 1084 nstafford@stmary.ws

Edward Short Vice President of Development 627-2711 | ext 1120 eshort@stmary.ws

Eileen M. Symmons ’82, ’86 Director of Communications 627-2711 esymmons@stmary.ws

Kiera Gmelich Walsh Director of Alumni and Parent Relations 627-2711 | ext. 1162 kwalsh@stmary.ws

Sarah de Venoge Griffin ’02, ’06 Liaison for School Relations sgriffin@saintmarysmanhasset.org

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

Theresa A. Kemp Principal tkemp@stmary11030.org

St. Mary’s High School 627-2711 www.saintmaryshs.org

Gerard J. Buckley Principal gbuckley@saintmaryshs.org

Dear Parishioners,

“Your ways are not my ways, says the Lord.” (Isaiah 55:8)

In the parable of the workers, we see people who come in at different times of the shifts. The ones who arrived at the first shift are paid the same as those who work for only an hour. In our human understanding of justice, we assume that those who came first would be rewarded for their dedication and been given a little extra. Yet, we see again how God surprises us with His generosity. “Your ways are not my ways...as high as the heavens are above the earth are my ways above yours.”

The parable gives us a clue to the mercy of God, and Isaiah reminds us that, at times, we cannot comprehend the fountain of mercy and forgiveness that God shares with each of us. This forgiving God invites us to forsake the ways of evil and turn to the Lord while He may be found. So we hear that God wants to forgive our sins and desires that we turn to Him with all our hearts. The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) is so widely and easily accessible, but how often does pride or justification keep us away from the healing grace of that sacrament. It is a wonderful opportunity to return to God and be forgiven. God, in Jesus, wants nothing more than for us to turn to Him to be released from our sins. With joy does God forgive us.

I can remember many years ago, a famous celebrity, who had turned his back on Jesus and the Church, was on his deathbed and asked for a priest. He was reconciled with God and given a Catholic burial. People were shocked and wondered how one so alienated from God throughout most of his life could, at the last hour, be given the blessing of the Church. Some people wondered why they should remain faithful their whole lives and be given the same hope as that celebrity who came back to the faith at the end of his life. Well, that story is this parable coming to life and taking on flesh. For us who are faithful the reward is not a better place in heaven (you know, like getting a window seat); rather faithfulness and doing God’s will should be the reward in itself. It doesn’t make sense in our understanding, but certainly, in God’s mind, it does.

So why do we have to forgive others, especially if they do not ask for that forgiveness? We know that the power of good and prayer can do marvelous things. So we are called to pray for those who hurt us and wish us harm because we do not know the mind of God. For this same reason, the Church is leery of and cautions against any use of capital punishment. Our desire is that the sinner will turn to God and be reconciled so that they may not go to hell. Again...God’s ways are above our ways. But also the power to forgive changes us and brings us closer to God. We know and have been taught that God loves the sinner and the righteous equally. Forgiving others frees us from a prison of our own making and raises us, even if just a little, closer to the ways of God. Maybe it doesn’t make sense or seems too difficult...but maybe all we can do is strive to do what God asks!

As was announced at our Masses last weekend, our Director of Music, Robert Levulis, will be moving to Philadelphia to pursue post-graduate studies. He will also be helping out where needed in parishes in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. We thank Robert for his almost ten years of dedicated service to our parish and for the many gifts he has shared so wonderfully with St. Mary’s. There will be a small reception after the 10:30 AM Mass in Immaculata Hall Gym. Please join us as we wish Robert well in his new endeavors.

In Jesus, Fr. Bob

J Stewards of God’s Gifts

In today’s Gospel, we hear the parable of the landowner who gave the same amount of pay to all his workers- regardless of when they started work.

Living Stewardship ~ Pillar of Formation: It is never too late to grow closer to the Lord. Take time this week to dive deeper into the Faith by reading your Bible more or listening to a trusted Catholic podcast or TV channel.

The collection for Sunday, September 17, 2023 amounted to $24,003.00. The collection for Sunday, September 18, 2022 amounted to $23,651.00. The collection for the St. Pius X Residence for Retired Priests amounted to $7,354.00

Have you enrolled yet? Visit www.faithdirect.net. Our parish code is NY281.

We Care for Our Parish Community

Baptism

We celebrate Baptism at 1:30 PM on the second Sunday of the month and at 12:30 PM on the fourth Saturday of the month as scheduled. Please call the Parish Office at least one month in advance to see if a date is available and to arrange to fill out pre-baptismal paperwork. New parents are required to attend a Baptism preparation session held once every month. Those chosen as sponsors for Baptism should lead lives in harmony with the Catholic faith and the role of Godparent.”

Marriage

At least six months before you plan to be married and before you make arrangements for the reception, please make an appointment with one of the priests to begin the necessary preparations.

Children’s Education

Saint Mary’s Elementary School offers excellent education in the spirit of the Gospel from grades N, Pre-K to Eighth grade. For information call 627-0184.

Empowering Character, Innovation and Leadership in our students, Saint Mary’s High School is a dynamic, contemporary, Catholic value-centered school, combining a commitment to academic excellence and educational innovation, with a passion for learning, and an emphasis on moral character development through the pursuit of truth and discovered in faith and reason. For information call 627-2711.

The Religious Education Program provides excellent formation in the Catholic Faith for children in public or private schools. Preparation for First Holy Communion and Confirmation requires two years. Classes are held at St. Mary’s for Grades 1 through 5 on Tuesdays and Thursdays

4:30-5:30 PM. Classes also meet on Sundays from 9:3010:20 AM for Grades 1 through 8 and on Mondays from 7:00-8:00 PM for Grades 6, 7 and 8. We also offer the option of an online home program for Grades 1 through 7. For information about Grades 1-8 call 627-4028 or email Mrs. Marie Granieri at releddirector@stmary.ws.

Parish Social Ministry

We care for our sisters and brothers through our Parish Social Ministry and Food Pantry. For information call 365-2705.

Youth Ministry

We reach out to our teens though our Youth Ministry Program. For information email youth@stmary.ws or visit stmarysyouth.weebly.com.

New Parishioners

We welcome new members to the Catholic Church and to Saint Mary’s Parish. If you are new in the area or interested in learning more about the Catholic faith, please call the Parish Office.

Opportunities For Prayer

The Church is open Monday to Friday until 8:45 PM, on Saturday until the end of the 5:00 PM Mass, and on Sunday until 6:00 PM so that we may have the opportunity for quiet prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. The Miraculous Medal Novena is said each Monday following the 9:00 AM Mass. Monday to Saturday the Rosary is said following the 9:00 AM Mass. Eucharistic Adoration is held every Monday from 3:00 to 5:00 PM in the Chapel. On First Saturdays, the Scriptural Rosary is recited following the 9:00 AM Mass.

Masses and Special Intentions

Marguerite Barone

Vincent Nicky

O’Donnell

Laarni Melliza

Dr. Michael O’Grady

Gladys Jean

Douglas Martocci, Sr.

Katharine Whelan

Masses for the Week

Monday, September 25th

Ezr 1:1-6, Lk 8:16-18

9:00 AM | Agata Torrisi

Tuesday, September 26th

Ss. Cosmas & Damian, Martyrs

Ezr 6:7-8, 12b, 14-20, Lk 8:19-21

Theresa Fallon

Christine Marchese

Maria DeAngelis

Thomas Hyland

Stephen Sheehan

Sandy Pittman

Moira Feely

Donna Chesney

Erica Klock

Jacob Rivera

Jaxson Rivera

Ronald Grubert

Josephine Arkwright

Anna Forte

Carol Furciato

Mason

Tom Francess

Gabriel Romeo

Helen Kennedy

Ann Shields

Jane Hone

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

9:00 AM | Mary Code Hewes

Wednesday, September 27th

Ss. Vincent de Paul, Priest

Ezr 9:5-9, Lk 9:1-6

9:00 AM | Gennaro F. Parrella

Thursday, September 28th

St. Wenceslaus, Martyr

St. Lawrence Ruiz and Companions, Martyrs

Hg 1:1-8, Lk 9:7-9

7:00 AM | Marie Gula

9:00 AM | Maria Valenti

Friday, September 29th

Ss. Michael, Gabriel, & Raphael, Archangels

Dn 7:9-10, 13-14, Jn 1:47-51

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 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, 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

9:00 AM | Don Scott

Saturday, September 30th

Ss. Jerome, Priest & Doctor of the Church

Zec 2:5-9, 14-15a, Lk 9:43b-45

9:00 AM | Dorothy Corrigan

5:00 PM | Margaret Cirillo

Deceased Members of the Stanton & Mason Families

Thomas J. Flynn, Sr.

Helen A. Ritterbusch

Thersa Mueller

Mark Hannan

Sunday, October 1st

The Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Respect Life Sunday

Ez 18:25-28, Phil 2:1-11, Mt 21:28-32

7:30 AM | People of the Parish

9:00 AM | Margaret Kenny

10:30 AM | Ellen Coughlin

Adelaide Finneran

Mary Bagnato

Emilie DeStefani

Michael Fahey

Robert Young

Lorraine Cielusniak

12:00 Noon | Purgatorial Society

Cover: Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard.

Artist: Johann Christian Brand (1722-1795).

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 Gift Shop IS OPEN on

All Occasions

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

Bread & Wine are offered this week in loving memory of Paul Rondinelli

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

Reading I: Ezekiel 18:25-28

Is it my way that is unfair, or rather, are not your ways unfair?

Reading II: Philippians 2:1-11

Have in you the same attitude that is also in Christ Jesus.

Gospel: Matthew 21:28-32

First Time

Vincent Orlando and Alexandra Gioia

Sacred Heart, St. Mary, Glendale, NY Manhasset, NY

Third Time

Nicholas Rettino and Catherine Lynch

Ss. Faith, Hope, St. Mary, & Charity, Manhasset, NY

Winnetka, IL

“Son, go out and work in the vineyard today.” He said in reply, “I will not,” but afterwards changed his mind and went.

Question for Adults: Do I sometimes miss the mark in my endeavors to obey God’s will?

Question for Children: What can I do to become more like Jesus?

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Parish Social Ministry

Thanks and gratitude to our generous parishioners for filling a good portion of our pantry. We have collected many of the supplies we need to feed the families coming to our office for food support. The items we need this week are:

Pancake Mix

Syrup

Canned Fruit

Baked Beans

Juice

Jell-O

Instant Potatoes

Mixed Vegetables

Diapers - size 5 and 6

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

ST. MARY’S FOCUS GROUP GAME DAY

When: Friday, September 29th

Where: Marian Room

Time: 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Kindly RSVP by September 25th 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

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NEXT SVDP MEETING IS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4TH at 7:00 PM in the Saint John Paul II Room. New members are always welcome!

We invite you to explore the St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Mary’s Church. There are no special qualifications to join, other than the desire to join with others in helping Neighbors in need. As a group, we meet monthly. Come decide for yourself if God is calling you to this special Ministry.

On September 27, the Church celebrates the feast of St. Vincent de Paul, who knew that “God had sent him to bring good news to the poor.” Together with your gifts, the members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul continue his work and mission in our parish. This month, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was able to “bring good news to the poor,” by assisting families with food, paying utility and rent bills, etc. Thank You!

Our St. Vincent de Paul Conference is able to help our neighbors in need through the generosity of our St. Mary’s parishioners. Each time you donate, either through the collection slots at the doors of the church, or in an envelope marked for St. Vincent de Paul, you are helping our neighbors within St. Mary’s Parish. If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, contact the St. Vincent de Paul Society at 516-627-0385, ext. 1125, or email SVDP@stmary.ws. To donate furniture, clothing or household items, please call the store in Garden City Park at 516-746-8250. Thank you for your continued support.

15th ANNUAL

SVDPLI

TOGETHER WE GO FAR 2023

On Saturday, September 30, 2023, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul will host its Annual Friends of the Poor Walk at Cedar Creek Park in Seaford.

The Society is one of the largest Catholic lay organizations in the world and seeks to relieve suffering through person-to-person involvement of its members with those in need. Vincentian volunteers make home visits to families who ask for help and try to alleviate their stress in some way by offering material, financial and spiritual aid. They also collaborate directly with our Parish Outreach in serving families in the neighborhood.

In our own St. Mary’s Conference, this year alone, we have provided assistance with furniture, utility payments, rent payments, medical expense aid, and help with car repair bills. These hardships may be a result of a catastrophic illness, loss of employment, or the death of a breadwinner. A helping hand to meet an acute need may be all someone needs to get back on their feet.

All funds raised through this event remain with our St. Mary’s Conference to help our neighbors in need, regardless of their religious denomination. This is the only fundraiser for the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul. We would be so grateful if you would consider donating so that we can continue to help our neighbors in need.

Donations can be made in several ways: 3

Online with a credit card at: https://tinyurl.com/svdp11030 1 2 4

Please click on the “CHOOSE CONFERENCE” button under Donation Recipient to select “St. Mary’s Conference - Manhasset” to donate to us. You can either enter “Manhasset” in the search bar or scroll to St. Mary’s Conference in the list to make your selection.

Use the blue envelopes available in the vestibules of the Church, and drop your contribution at the Parish Office. If you are using a check, please make the check payable to “St. Vincent de Paul Manhasset.”

Mail a donation to: St. Mary’s SVDP Conference, c/o Church of St. Mary, 1300 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, NY 11030. Please make the check payable to “St. Vincent De Paul Manhasset.”

Scan the QR Code to go directly to the donation page and follow the steps listed under #1 above.

Thanks again for your consideration.

Help us to help the impoverished! May God bless you!

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL – ST. MARY’S CONFERENCE - MANHASSET

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.

Opening Meeting - Friday, October 13th - All Members Are Invited

Our first meeting will be held on Friday, October 13th at 10:00 AM in the St. John Paul II Room immediately following the 9:00 AM Mass and Rosary. All members are welcome to attend. We look forward to discussing our plans for 2023-2024. We will also be discussing plans for our Annual Christmas Dinner.

Weekend of September 30th-October 1st

Flu Shot Clinic open to all parishioners

After the 5:00 PM Mass on Saturday, before and after all Masses on Sunday EXCEPT the 7:30 AM Mass. Clinic will be supervised by Dr. Joseph Hansen of the Port Washington Rite Aid

Sunday, October 29th - Musical Rosary in the Church

Religious Education

Dear St. Mary Religious Education Family,

The beauty of fall is arriving with full force.

What a gift this season is! The lush green of summer is slowly unfolding the splendid colors of orange, red and yellow. The many faces of change (seen and unseen) are present everywhere except in the unchanging ONE who declares “I, the Lord, never change.”

God remains the same forever. It is from you (Parents) that children first learn about their Catholic faith, love and forgiveness. Parent involvement is crucial in the growth and enrichment of your child’s faith. We ask that parents please make a sincere commitment to attend Sunday Mass regularly and reinforce biblical lessons and prayers at home.

St. Mary catechism class assignments for in-person and online catechism have been finalized. To ensure placement and avoid a late start, please be sure to register your child this week via the parish website.

Classes begin next Sunday, October 1st.

We look forward to working together with you on the blessed journey that is ahead of us!

Mrs. Granieri, Director, St. Mary Religious Education

Program

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The Schools of Saint Mary

Opening of School Mass & Barbecue Picnic

After a wonderful summer break, the Schools of Saint Mary kicked off the new year with a family social event.

The Schools of Saint Mary held its Opening of School Mass and Barbecue Picnic on Saturday, September 17, 2023. Students and their families gathered to pray and celebrate the Eucharist in the Church of St. Mary at the 5:00 PM Mass before heading to Denihan Field for food, fun, and games. The event was made possible by the hard work of parent volunteers and the enthusiastic attendance of those who came for the evening. It was a fantastic start to the school year and an excellent way for the St. Mary’s Family to unite. We can’t wait for our next event!

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Adoration Prayer

I adore Thee, O Jesus, God of Love, truly present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I adore Thee, Who has come to Thine own, but was not received by them. I adore Thee, Whom the majority of mankind reject and despise. I adore Thee, Whom the impious incessantly offend by their sacrileges and blasphemies. I adore Thee, Who art grieved by the coldness and indifference even of a vast number of Christians. I adore Thee, O Infinite Goodness, Who hast wrought so many miracles in order to reveal Thy love to us. I adore Thee with all the angels and saints and with those chosen souls that are now already the blessed of Thy Father and are all aglow with burning love for Thee. I adore Thee with all Thy friends, O Jesus! With them I prostrate myself at the foot of the altar, to offer Thee my most profound homage, to receive Thy Divine Inspiration, and to implore Thy grace. Oh, how good it is for me to be here with Thee! How sweet to hear the Voice of my Beloved! O Victim of Divine Love! A piercing cry breaks forth from Thy Heart here on the altar, as once it did on Calvary; it is the cry of Love: “I thirst,” Thou callest to Thy children, “I thirst for your love! Come, all you whom I love as My Father has loved Me; come and quench the thirst that consumes Me!”

Lord Jesus, behold I come. My heart is small, but it is all Thine own. Thou art a prisoner in our Tabernacles, Thou, the Lord of Lords! And love it is that holds Thee here as such! Thou leavest the Tabernacle only to come to us, to unite Thyself with the faithful souls and allow Thy Divine Love to reign in them. O King of Love! Come, live, reign in me. I want no other law but the law of Thy Love. No, no, I henceforth desire to know naught, neither of the world, nor of what is in it, nor of myself. Thy Love alone shall rule in me eternally.

O Jesus, grant me this grace! Break all my fetters, strip me of all that is not Thyself, in order that Thy Love may be my life here below and my happiness and delight in eternity. Amen.

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

Children’s Liturgy of the Word

Every Sunday at the 9:00 AM Mass

Let

What is it? After the Opening Prayer, children are dismissed from the church with a blessing by the priest, proceed to the chapel, hear the Sunday Readings and participate in an interactive reflection on the Gospel, all on a level that young children can understand. They return to the church at the beginning of the Creed. There is no age range and no preregistration is required.

Adults (especially catechists): We would love to have some new people get involved in this ministry. Materials and training are provided; scheduling is flexible. If interested, please contact Jane Clifford at bulletin@stmary. ws or sit in with us on Sunday.

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Respect Life Ministry

St. Mary’s Respect Life Ministry will hold its monthly meeting this Wednesday, September 27th, at 7:00 PM, in the St. John Paul II Room of the Parish Center.

As we prepare for Respect Life Month in October and lay out our plans for the coming year, please consider joining us. Bring friends and family — very often a simple invitation is enough to encourage someone to participate. We will discuss ways we can follow and implement for St. Mary’s the three important steps outlined by Bishop Barres: (1) stay informed and educated, (2) get involved, and (3) PRAY!

St. Mary’s Respect Life Ministry encourages you to share in our pro-life efforts — your help is needed now more than ever! For more information about St. Mary’s Respect Life Ministry, email RespectLife@StMary.ws

October 1st is Respect Life Sunday

Mom & Baby Shower

Please bring unwrapped gifts for babies and new moms to the north and south vestibules of the church at all Mass times next weekend

Stand Up For Life!

Routes 110 & 25, Huntington, near Walt Whitman Mall next Sunday, 2:00 - 3:30 PM, rain or shine

Yes, just stand — it’s a powerful witness!

RCIA and Adult Faith Formation

Do You Know Someone Who Would Like to Become Catholic? Do You Need to Complete Your Sacraments of Initiation?

There Is Still Time to Join This Year’s Program!

If the answer is “yes” or perhaps even “maybe,” please call Sister or come into the parish office to make an appointment. Sister will be happy to explain the process by which we bring adults into the Church or help them to complete their Sacraments of Initiation.

Sister Teresa can be contacted about our RCIA and other Adult Faith Formation programs at 516-627-0385, ext. 1010. Her office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 10:00AM and 4:00PM and other times by appointment.

New Scripture Study Class Begins on Monday, September 25th

We Warmly Welcome New and Old Participants

Scripture Study Class begins on Monday, September 25th, in the St. John Paul II Room in the Ministry Center at 10:00 AM. Initially, we will be discussing The Coming Christian Persecution by Thomas D. Williams in light of the Scriptures and how we are informed to live and act our ethical and behavioral mandates from Holy Scripture. When we finish this book discussion, we will be studying 1 and 2 Kings from the Old Testament. Please join or rejoin us. New participants are always welcome.

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 2023 through June 2024 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.

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 3-5, 2023

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

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

Business Owners: Please consider advertising in our bulletin. It’s a great way to support our parish. Call our printer, LPi at 1-800-477-4574 or visit their website www.4lpi.com for more information.

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Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time ”Seek the Lord.”

Isaiah 55:6 “Seek the Lord while he may be found, call him while he is near.” The Lord is near to all who call upon him. Ask the Lord to make your marriage even better. How? Sign up for a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience. You can find one by looking up WWME.org. Some of the dates to sign up are:

October 16-November 6, 2023, Virtual (Monday/ Wednesday evenings)

October 20-22,2023 in Barre, Vermont (St. Monica/St. Michael)

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 631-486-8607 or https:// wwmenyli.org/.

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

You can make a difference in the lives of those around us by making a gift to this year’s Catholic Ministries Appeal Every Gift Counts!

A gift of $25 may help pay the gas for a Meals-On-Wheels van to deliver food for a day.

A gift of $50 from an emergency fund may help pay the electric bill in a cold winter month for a family in need.

A gift of $100 may help care for a new Mom get the guidance she needs through Regina Maternity Management Services.

A gift of $250 may help subsidize a home for an adult who is developmentally disabled.

A gift of $1,000 may help support a Seminarian’s education.

Because of you, every year we serve more than 600,000 people in our Long Island Community. This support enables our children to continue to receive the gift of spiritual formation, sacramental preparation, and quality education. It allows seminarians and lay leaders to fulfill their calling to serve the community. With your support, Catholic Charities can maintain its services for the poor and disadvantaged, and we can continue to reach out to our young people and others to find the best ways to guide and pass on our faith from generation to generation.

For more information about the Catholic Ministries Appeal, please visit https://www.drvc.org/donate/cma/or call 516 678 5800 ext. 296.

Make checks payable to: Catholic Ministries Appeal

Parish __________________________________ Pledge: $_______

Name ___________________________________ Down payment: $_______

Address__________________________________

City, State, Zip: _________________________________________________________

Phone: ________________________ Signature: ____________________________Date:________

Second Collection Next Weekend for the Support of The Work of the Office of Human Life, Family and Bioethics*

Sunday, October 1st is Respect Life Sunday. As we celebrate Respect Life Sunday, we are reminded that the assaults on human dignity come in many forms. The Office of Human Life, Family and Bioethics is charged with deepening our already strong commitment to prolife activities and parish education. Please support this vital work through participation in the special Respect Life envelope collection. Your prayers and assistance are greatly appreciated.

*formerly called the Respect Life Office

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.