The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica

November 9, 2008 Summary of minutes Parish Council THE DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA Ezekiel 47:1-2, 8-9, 12; 1 Corinthians 3:9c-11, 16-17; John 2:13-22 [671] The Parish Council met on Monday, October 27th. Items covered included: schedule of upcoming brunches; list of Advent activities including vespers & concerts; and a discussion re: security and fundraising for the renovations. For a list of Advent concerts and other activities, or for more information, please see the website. Copies of the minutes are available on the website.

Baptism November 9, 2008 Juliana Claire Denise Tricot EXEGESIS Daughter of Today we celebrate the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Roland & Dagmar Tricot Rome, which dates back to November 9, AD 324. (St. John & Lateran Basilica is the cathedral church of Rome, the official November 18, 2008 ecclesial seat of our pope, the bishop of Rome.) After the Edict Finnegan Moriarty of Milan in 313 Christians in the Roman Empire could openly Son of practice their faith without fear of persecution and death. Timothy & Emily Moriarty

BULLETIN CONNECTION What is the purpose of the Newman Club? “You are God’s building. According to the grace of God given to me, like a wise master builder I laid a foundation and another is building Our goal is to strengthen each other in our walks with Christ and to encourage upon it. But each one must be careful how he builds upon it, for no each other as we attempt to fulfill the purpose which Christ entrusted to His one can lay a foundation other than the one that is there, namely, Church: to be the Light of the World. In addition to supporting one another, Jesus Christ… Do you not know that you are the temple of God and we strive to give back to the surrounding community through outreach and that the Spirit of God dwells in you?” service projects.

The Holy Father’s church in Rome, St. John Lateran, is a truly special All our meetings take place in a relaxed laid-back atmosphere. Delicious church. It has great meaning for Christendom, a symbol of unity of the home cooked dinners are provided at all of our meetings, and all are welcome world wide church. Benedict XVI is the pastor. It is one of the major to join us! Although we represent the Catholic voice on campus and strive for Roman Basilicas. fidelity to the Church, our members come from various religious traditions and backgrounds. At Newman there is a place for everyone whether you St. Paul uses the image of a building to describe my life as a disciple of consider yourself to be a junior theologian or whether you know absolutely Christ. The foundation is the person of Jesus and together we build. I nothing about the Catholic faith. Nobody is left out! experience spiritual growth and in turn support others. The former is done as I strive for holiness, celebrating sacraments, becoming more Have questions about the Catholic faith, the Bible? The Church’s teaching on prayerful. The latter flows from this as I minister, perhaps as a sex, war, or social justice? Do you want to know more about the Virgin Mary, catechist and teacher, a home visitor and evangelizer, a sponsor or salvation, or Jesus Himself? Drop by sometime for Bible Study or some member of a RCIA team. Because I am a temple and believe in the friendly discussion. Spirit’s indwelling I am different. The Newman Center meets every Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM on the The late Archbishop Oscar Romero reminds us though that “we lay second floor of The Catholic Center at NYU located on Thompson Street rd foundations that will need further development. We provide yeast that between Washington Square South and West 3 Street. produces effects far beyond our capabilities…. we may never see the results, but this is the difference between a masterbuilder and the If you have any questions about th4e club (or the faith) you can e-mail co- worker. We are workers, not masterbuilders, ministers, not messiahs.” president Josh at [email protected] or co-president Danielle at [email protected]. We’re happy to help! God Bless you. We pause today to honor the church in Rome, and realize that we are called to continue to build His church. Ministers of Hospitality HIS WORD TODAY by Rev. William J. Reilly We are looking for ministers of hospitality to welcome parishioners at the Vigil Mass on Saturday, or the Sunday Mass at 9:00 AM, 11:30 THE COLLECTION FOR NOVEMBER 2 WAS AM, or 6:00 PM. It will greatly help if you can volunteer one Sunday $5887.00 THANK YOU. a month to help greet our guests, usher and pass out the bulletin.

There are sign up sheets in the Narthex, also speak to Chesterfield Tuso (Sunday 9:00 Mass) and Judy Kelly Magida (Sunday 11:30 Mass) for more information. They are the dedicated ministers who serve every mass for many years – won’t you step up and give them free time to participate fully at our liturgy? Thank you. PLEASE REMBER OUR PARISH IN YOUR WILL FEAST DAYS, SCRIPTURE CITATIONS AND SPECIAL INTENTIONS FOR THIS WEEK No matter what the size of your estate, if you want to provide for relatives, friends and our Parish, you will need a WILL. If SATURDAY, November 8 you die without one, you lose your ability to control the Phil 4:10-19/Lk 16:9-15 disposition of your assets. The law of the State in which you 12:10 PM 5:30 PM Stella Keca reside—and not you—will tell your family where your money SUNDAY, November 9 and property goes. Further, income tax and estate savings, 9:00 AM Nancy Keating which might be arrange through a careful review of your 11:30 AM George Cannon alternatives in Naming our Parish as a charitable beneficiary in 6:00 PM your Will is simple. For further information, you and/or your MONDAY, November 10 Leo the Great, pope, doctor attorney may contact Ti 1:1-9/Lk 17:1-6 12:10 PM Kitty McGeady Director, Planned Gifts 5:30 PM Isabella Remigi (one year anniversary) The Archdiocese of New York TUESDAY, November 11 Martin of Tours, bishop 1011 First Avenue, SI400 Ti 2:1-8, 11-14/Lk 17:7-10 th New York, NY 10022 12:10 PM Mary Mackin Torras (20 Anniversary) Telephone: 212-371-1000, E3317 5:30 PM Kitty McGeady WEDNESDAY, November 12 Josaphat, bishop, martyr Ti 3:1-7/Lk 17:11-19 12:10 PM Gloria and Joseph De Vito 5:30 PM Antoinette DiGiglio (living) THURSDAY, November 13 Frances Xavier Cabrini, Virgin Pax Christi Queens invites you to the second of a free three- Phlm 7-20/Lk 17:20-25 film series on Nonviolence: A Force More Powerful on 12:10 PM Thomas John Manno Thursday, November 13th, in Fr. Feely Hall, Resurrection 5:30 PM Noel Martin (10th Anniversary), Amparo Adiao Ascension Parish, 85-18 61st Road, Rego Park, Queens. FRIDAY, November 14 The film, India—Defying the Crown, about the campaign that freed a nation and inspired a 2 Jn 4-9/Lk 17:26-37 12:10 PM Pasquale Illuzi movement will begin at 7:30 PM. Light 5:30 PM Alastair Finlay (living) refreshments will be served. For further SATURDAY, November 15 Albert the Great, bishop, doctor details, contact 212-420-0250 or 3 Jn 5-8/Lk 18:1-8 [email protected]. 12:10 PM 5:30 PM Mary and Frank Radice, Biaggio Maffei A great source: the Global Catholic Network delivers audio readings and homily for each day at this site:

http://www.ewtn.com/vondemand/audio/seriessearchprog.asp?  1st. Monday/mo. Pax Christi Bd. Mtg. – 6:30 p.m. in the PCYMNY office seriesID=9957&T1=homily  1st. Fri. of the mo. Novena to the Sacred Heart after the 5:30 p.m. mas Guided Tour of the National Academy of Medicine  1st. Sat. of the mo. Blessings for the Sick after the 12:10 mas Date: Sunday, November 9, noon  2nd. Wed. of the mo. Altar Rosary 7:00 p.m. - Library Locarion: 1216 5th Aveny at 103rd Street Sponsored by church of St. Francis of Assis Please call 212 7360-8500 to register for the tour. PARISH ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK

Please visit the new website often: washingtonsquarecatholic.org for the latest news on the NYU Do you have thoughts Catholic Center, St. Joseph’s Parish and links to lots of on the scripture you’d Catholic organizations and interests. like to share with MONDAY others? Stop in to the 6:30 PM Centering Prayer Church Parish Library at 10:15 WEDNESDAY a.m. Sundays for a 7:00 PM Altar Rosary Library pleasant, informal hour FRIDAY of reflection on today’s readings. Everyone is welcomed; 6:15 PM St. Egidio Prayer Church parish members, students, visitors of all faiths, clergy and SATURDAY religious. There’s no commitment or signing up. Just 10:00 AM or 1:00 PM Soup Kitchen Casserly Hall friendly conversation. Ring the bell at the red parish office 6:00 PM Alcoholics Anonymous Casserly Hall door to the left of the church entrance and join us SUNDAY downstairs. 9:15 AM Children’s Religious Instruction Farrell Hall 10:00 AM Sunday Scripture Discussion Library 2:30 PM Roman Forum Lectures Casserly Hall 7:00 PM NYU/Grad Law Dinner Catholic Ctr