Parish Information Sacraments and Parish Life
Clergy Baptism
Rev. Nicholas Zientarski, Pastor Second, third, and fourth Sundays of each month at 1PM Rev. Celestine Nwosu, Parochial Vicar and the second and third Saturdays at 1PM. The required Rev. Cornelius Dery, Hospital Chaplain Baptismal Preparation class is held on the first Sunday of Deacon Anthony Banno each month at 9:30AM, with Mass in the Church and class Deacon James P. Carroll to follow in the Buckley Room. Pre-registration is required two months before Baptism for the preparation class and Deacon Ralph Muscente the actual date of Baptism. Contact the Rectory beforehand. Deacon Charles Muscarnera (Retired)
Parish Administration R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Ms. Tara Centeno, Business Manager Mrs. Terri Riley, Administrative Assistant, School This is the process for adults wishing to Mrs. Diane Geschwind, Executive Assistant, Parish become Catholic, complete their Sacramental initiation, or attain full membership in the Church. Music Ministry For further information, please contact Deacon Anthony Banno at the Rectory at 223-0723. Mr. James Montalbano,
Director of Music Reconciliation (Confession, Penance)
Faith Formation of Children & Youth Saturdays from 4PM to 4:45PM in the Church. At other times, please feel free, and most welcome, Mrs. Marianne Carberry, Principal to make an appointment with one of the priests.
Sr. Joan Klimski, Director of Religious Education Mr. James LaRocca, Confirmation Coordinator Matrimony
Parish Social Ministry Please make an appointment with one of our priests or deacons at least nine months before an anticipated Ms. Julia Santiago, Director wedding date to begin preparations for marriage and to
obtain information regarding the required Pre-Cana Parish Council conferences. Either the bride or groom or the immediate family must be resident parishioners.
Paul Cavanagh Nikki Hammond Communion for the Sick William Deignan Leo McGinity Regina DeJesus Rosemary Rattoballi Anyone unable to attend Mass because of illness may Craig Donlon Marie Jose Saint Surin receive Holy Communion at home on a regular basis. Joseph Fragola Rosemarie Scarola Deacons and Eucharistic Ministers assist the priests in this ministry. Please call the Rectory.
Parish Trustees Parish Membership
Al Beer Every family in the parish should be registered. Census registration forms are available at the Rectory. Tony Wilkens
Rectory Office Hours Bereavement Support
Monday to Friday: 9AM to 5PM We focus on the emotional turmoil of the bereaved Saturday: 9AM to 5PM with understanding and experience to provide support and reassurance to one another. Please call the Sunday: 10AM to 2PM Rectory at 223-0723 for an appointment.
Contact Information Ministry of Consolation
Rectory Phone: (516) 223-0723 The ministry assists families in the planning of funeral Rectory Fax: (516) 867-5678 liturgies. Deacon Anthony Banno is the moderator.
Bulletin Email: [email protected] Parish Web Site: stchris.com Adoration - Convent Chapel
School Web Site: stchris-school.org Exposition, First Friday of the month after 7AM Mass School Phone: (516) 223-4404 Rosary For Life at 6PM Religious Education (516) 223-5813 Prayers at 7PM, Benediction at 7:45PM Religious Ed Web Site: stchrisreligion.weebly.com First Saturday of the month at 8AM in the Church.
Mass Intentions Please Pray
Please pray for all Parishioners born Week of September 30th into eternal life. Keep them and their families in your prayers. Monday Sept 30 - St. Jerome Eileen Curia 7AM Gale Anderson 9AM Terry Clark
Tuesday Oct 01 - St. Therese of the Month’s Mind Child Jesus 7AM Camille Kennedy Please pray for all who were born into eternal life from 9AM Anita & Richard Murphy August 30, 2019, through September 6, 2019. Keep them and their families in your prayers.
Wednesday Oct 02 - Holy Guardian Angels Raymond Cavaliere 7AM Ava Byrne 9AM Living Intention of Patricia & Robert
Thursday Oct 03 - Weekday 7AM Gale Anderson Sanctuary Light
9AM Eileen Stephan The Living Flame of the Sanctuary Light will burn in prayer for:
7AM Gale Anderson Parishioners of St. Christopher’s 9AM Living Intention of Doris
Saturday Oct 05 - Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos Parish Schedule
9AM Catherine Carilli Week of September 30th 5PM Daniel J. Fullerton
John & Helen Duffy Mon. Sept 30 McGH - Outreach - 2PM - 3:30PM Goya & Rafael Santiago Library - Little Rock Scripture Study - 7PM Isabele Therese Sainte Tues. Oct 01 School - Rel Ed Classes - Gr. 1-5 - 4PM School - Rel Ed Classes - Gr 1-5 - 6:20PM Sunday Oct 06 - 27th Sunday in School - Conf Class - Level 2 - 7PM Ordinary Time Church - Choir - 7:45PM 7:30AM Parishioners of St. Christopher’s Wed. Oct 02 Mahon Conf Rm - St. Vincent de Paul - 1PM 9:30AM Living Intention of McGH - Outreach - 3PM - 4:30PM Quinn Dominick Reilly School - Rel Ed Classes Gr 1-5 - 4PM 11:30AM Frank & Martha Riecker McGH - Gr 1 Parent Meeting - 7:30PM
John & Anna Schmuck Thur. Oct 03 McGH - “Loving Hands” - 1PM 5PM John Maher Library - GS Troop #2041 - 3PM 7PM Spanish Mass - Misa en Español Cafeteria - "La Gloire Du Christ" Haitian Prayer Group - 7PM
Those who arranged for a Fri. Oct 04 Convent Chapel - Adoration after 7AM Mass scheduled Mass are invited to McGH - Outreach - 2PM - 3:30PM present the gifts of bread and wine. Convent Chapel - Rosary for Life - 6PM Cafeteria - GS Troop 2324 - 6:45PM Convent Chapel - Benediction - 7PM
Sat. Oct 05 Cafeteria - “Yahweh es mi Fortalez” Eucharistic Offering of Bread & Wine Spanish Prayer Group - 7PM
Sun. Oct 06 Church - Baptismal Prep at 9:30AM Mass The Eucharistic offering of Bread and Wine is McGH - Bapt Prep after 9:30AM Mass offered this week for: Cafeteria - Troop #824 after 9:30AM Mass Lawlor Hall - Den Meeting - 10:30AM Dieudonne Mardi Gras Church - Level 2 at 11:30AM Mass
Please Pray Pray for our Troops Lucille Guarino Baby Grace Chandanie Rose Vrabel Rohfling Pocram Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect Patrick Cashin Kaylee Lindauer Marcia Brown them as they protect us. I ask this in the name of Jane Cottle Everett Williams Ken Brown Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Amen Edward Mitchell Eddie Denaro Rene Caldas Helen Donlon Phyllis Senner Ethan Anthony Brian Kevin Carroll PFC Andrew Gubelli Laura Frisella Steven Roth Watkins Ryan Reilly SFC Carlos Casanova Vincent Joseph Popvic Richie Carroll Michael Catalano Capt. Claudio Casanova Mercogliano, Jr. Felicindo Christopher Lt.Cmdr. Frank Walter Matthew Houk Max Berlin Arriazana Blissett Cona Toni Mantia Barbara Kaempf Annika Allen Charles Fisher Gregory McGlynn Lt. Michael Selover Nathan Edward Lilieth Mullings John Rueman Thomas R. Pettit Cpl. Joseph Giamonte Anna Kunz Nadine Durden Peggy Fennelly James Harris Navy Chief Brian Berretta Joseph Wiegers Rebecca Manning Judy Steimel Christopher F. Mercurio Cpl. Christian Roldan Brian O’Connor Elizabeth Proctor Frank & Tess Lt. James D. Grant Matthew Brule Cookie Eleanor Crippen Dailey Eric McDermott Darren P. Phelan Virginia Griffin Keogh Timothy Mallard Sgt. Jeffrey Houck Christopher D. Phelan, Jr. McWalters Mary Anne Linda Geraci Shawn Bowe Kerri Parks Lily Caitlyn Banevicius Bajada Sgt. Debbi Bailey Commander Chris Schwarz Maisano Hilda Telman Mariela Canales Craig Meekins Sgt. Bryan M. Davies Douglas Knehr Pirkku Lee Ethel Ulrich Padraic McDermott Cody Bonora Annmarie Guinta Carlo Marcel Donna Janoe Steve Mendez Paul Delaney, USMC Fran DeStefano Lena Sieber Finnegan Christopher Pizzol S.N. Ryan Neugebauer Kathy Buonocore Theresa King Kenneth Martone Charles Guarneiri John Chervenak Karen Thomas Brennan Joseph Capt. Terence M. Bellew Brenden T. Magner, USMC Dugan-Rivera Arnold Aquilano Montalbano Ryan Locke Paride Damanti Robert Hannan Joseph Kearns Patrick Thomas Robert Gallagher Nicole Caporale Julia Pasqualino Lee Baldwin McNamara Michael Connell Lt. Timothy Duffy Christopher Yolanda Paralikas Martin Raymond Christopher Campo Robert Eacobacci Krobath Gio Villante McNamara Pvt. Kevan John McCabe Lance Cpl. James Schiavo Catherine James Connors M/M Robert Conner Jamison 2nd Lt. Alexander W. Pomerico Harvey Dohn Tuffano Lt. Anthony J. Posillico Le Clair Theresa Ryan Henry Garay Peter Hughes Kolina Bowers Rosanne Estelle Abrams Lisa Mahr Dellasperanza Patricia O’Brien Lorenzo Anthony Paul Duryea Sean O’Brien Mazzueo Wedding Banns Debra Ann George Nielsen Kaitlyn Lally Alibrandi Joan Marks Ryoko Bonafede First Time Mary Murphy Elva Vargas John Peters Scott Schellas & Lisa Melito Colm P. Magner Elmo Sollitto St. Christopher’s St. James
If you (or a family member) are listed on the “Please Pray” Jean Mentor & Rose Edmond list and have been returned to good health, please call the St. Jean Baptiste St. Pierre
Rectory at 223-0723, to make room for others. Thank you. Third Time Alex Vonkiel & Lyndsey Hart Fellowship: A Way of Life St. Anthony’s St. Christopher’s
“What shall I return to the Lord for all that He has given to me?” Next Sunday’s Readings First Collection $13,872.00 Second Collection Pius X sent directly to Diocese Readings for the weekend of Total for the Week of September 22nd $13,872.00 October 5/6 Total number of envelopes used 459
Ministry Appeal - 2019 - Goal - $110,700.00 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
# of Gifts 270 Habakkuk 1: 2-3; 2: 2-4/141 Pledged $76,735.00 Psalm 95: 1-2,6-7c,7d-9 Paid $69,475.00 69.3 % of Goal 2Timothy 1: 6-8,13-14 Thank You for your generosity to St. Christopher’s! Luke 17: 5-10
Pastor’s Letter
Dear Parishioners,
1. This weekend we welcome Father Sean Magaldi, Director of Vocations for our diocese. He will speak to us at all the Masses, giving us updates on his work and also telling us about how our donations to the Catholic Ministries Appeal is being used. Father Magaldi is a former student of mine, a recently-ordained priest and a fine young man with a wonderful personality. I know you will welcome him warmly.
2. This past week a concerned young lady yelled at the United Nations, “How dare you!” She was speaking — or yelling — about how people should be more concerned about climate change. Whether we believe in climate change or not, we are all called to care for our planet, to use our resources well, and to encourage other countries to do the same. But we should also be concerned about people, especially unborn people. Not having children or aborting unborn children is not the answer to “saving out planet.” I wish another young lady would yell, “How dare you!” in relation to abortion. How can we keep silent in the face of such deaths? Can we not find alternatives that will be life-giving? Adoption instead of abortion? October is a respect-life month and we will be advertising opportunities to be well-informed about the many important life issues of our day.
3. Is it a sin to be rich? Is wealth “evil”? These questions come to mind after hearing today’s Gospel about the rich man and the poor man, Lazarus. The rich man is not condemned to hell because of his wealth, but how he used it. He could have helped poor people like Lazarus, but instead he was greedy and concerned only about himself. Thus, it is not a sin to be wealthy; wealth in itself is not evil. In fact, the Church has always relied on donors to accomplish its mission in the world. Donors commissioned great works of Christian art, helped build churches and cathedrals, funded Catholic hospitals, and supported education on all levels. Without the wealth of donors, the beauty and “infrastructure” of the Church would not exist. All of this being said, greed is certainly alive and well in our world today: greed is still a capital sin. Greed is that self-centered obsession with acquiring money or material possessions without the least care for others in need. Hence, the eternal punishment of the rich (greedy) man in the Gospel.
4. Speaking of sins, it is still a sin to miss Mass on Sundays and holy days of obligation. Anyone who misses Mass should go to confession as soon as reasonably possible. God is abundantly wealthy with his grace and mercy: when we defy God and reject the sacrament he instituted to give us grace and mercy (“the Eucharist”), it’s an offense to God. Imagine if God gave every person $1000 every time they attended Mass… He gives us more than that with his grace and mercy.
-Father Zientarski
Religious Education St. Christopher’s School News
Classes have started,
there is still room in some classes.
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Looking for a door monitor for every other
Tuesday evening 6:20PM to 7:30PM
St. Christopher School New First Grade Parent Meeting Wednesday October 2nd at 7:30PM in McGoldrick Hall Proclaim the truth and do not be silent through fear. - St. Catherine of Siena
Sr. Joan Klimski As we close out the month of September and 516-223-5813 turn the page to October we look towards our new virtue of Honesty. As disciples of Jesus we are called to bear witness to the truth and act as witnesses to the Gospel. Bearing witness to His truth is at the core of what we do and who we Have You Considered a are at St. Christopher’s School. Vocation to the Priesthood? This week the students in grades 4 and 7 will "Have you considered a begin the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogATs). vocation to priesthood or The students should come to school well- religious life?" rested, have a nutritious breakfast, and a supply Find out if God is calling you: of number 2 pencils. www.LongIslandPriest.com Wednesday, October 2nd is a noon dismissal for students.
Sunday Mass Celebrants Have a wonderful and blessed week.
Weekend of October 5/6
Mrs. Carberry
Sat. 5PM Fr. Cornelius
Sun. 7:30AM Fr. Celestine
Sun. 9:30AM Fr. Zientarski
Sun. 11:30AM Fr. Zientarski
Sun. 5PM Fr. Celestine
*Deacons Preach This schedule is subject to change without notice.
Parish Outreach RCIA
Pantry Needs: Juice, tuna, canned meat and tomato sauce, coffee, wipes, size 5 &
6 diapers
As always thank you for your support. God Bless
Pantry Hours Monday - 2PM - 3:30PM Wednesday - 3PM - 4:30PM For more information, please contact Friday - 2PM - 3:30PM Sr Joan at 516 223 5813
Please note, we CANNOT accept clothing. Place all clothing in the bins on the Rosary Altar Communion Breakfast Merrick Road Parking Lot. The Rosary Altar Society Respect Life Corner will be having its
annual Communion Brunch after the 9:30AM Mass on Sunday Oct. 13th at Sonny's Canal House. The cost is $26 and our speaker will be Deacon Anthony Banno who will speak on Ephesians 6. Please come and enjoy a spiritual morning with us! This months respect life rose: Contact Mary at 223-3007 for more All men and women who suffers information and tickets! from violence
Friend us on Facebook 2019 Public Rosary Rally
St. Christopher’s Respect Life Please join us in praying for our nation: When: Saturday, October 12th St. Vincent de Paul 12 noon
Where: St. Christopher’s Church On September 27th, the Church In Front of the Statue of Mary celebrated the feast of St. Vincent de Rain or Shine Paul, who knew that “God had sent him to bring good news to the poor.” Together with your gifts, the members of the St. Vincent de Paul Society continue his work and mission in our parish. Thank you for all your donations.
Altar Server Training
Are You Interested in Becoming an Altar Server?
Saint Christopher’s Parish is currently seeking new altar servers to assist the priests and deacons at Masses, funerals, weddings, and other liturgies throughout the year. All students in the 5th Grade and above are invited to begin Altar Server Training. 2019 Training Sessions are at either 3:30 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. (Your Choice) on:
Thursday October 10 (3:30PM OR 7:30PM) Thursday October 17 (3:30PM OR 7:30PM) Monday October 21 (3:30PMOR 7:30PM) Thursday October 24 (3:30PM) OR Monday, October 28 (7:30PM)
You Must Attend the 4 Sessions above at either 3:30 p.m. or 7:30 p.m.
As parent/guardian for______, I hereby grant permission for him/her to participate in altar server training.
Signature______
Phone # ______
E-mail Address ______(Please print clearly as this is our primary means of communication)
This form may be returned to your child’s teacher, to the rectory, or dropped in the collection basket at Sunday Mass. It must be returned by Wednesday, October 9.
Vida Parroquia Y Sacramentos Ministerio Mariano Español
Les invitamos a unirsen a nosotros en la capilla
Misa en Espanol los domingos a las 7PM del convento todos los jueves a las 7 p.m. Iniciaremos el primer ministerio mariano de Bautizo: El Segundo Sabado del mes esta comunidad en español. Con la recitación Clase de preparacion de Bautismo, el tercer del Santo Rosario, canciones y la reflexión del sabado del mes a las 6:30PM Evangelio del día.Los esperamos para esta Para matricularse llame a Regina DeJesus (516) 445-9780 Gran Bendicion.
Formacion para Ninos y Adolescencia Primera Communion y Confirmacion Asistencia de Inmigración de llame a la Hermana Joan Klimski Catholic Charities Directora de Educacion Religiosa (516) 223-5813 Catholic Charity ofrece orientación, asistencia Escuela de St. Christopher y estabilización para los inmigrantes hasta que Anne Lederer, Directora de la escuela se vuelvan autosuficientes algunos de los Para mas informacion llame la oficina servicios prestados a un costo mínimo: (516) 223-4404 Asesoramiento legal Reasentamiento de refugiados Abogacía Para más información, Matrimonio contacte al 631-789-5210 Por favor llame a la officina parroquiar para mas informacion (516) 223-0723.
R.I.C.A.: (Rito de Inciacion Cristiana para Campana De Apoyo A adultos) Los Ministerios Catolicos Para adultos que desean convertirsen al Catalicismo o completar los sacramentos Para mas informacion llame Regina DeJesus (516) 445-9780
Adoracion De la Eucaristia En la Capilla del Convento Primer viernes del mes, despues de la misa de las 7AM Benedicion a las 7PM
Grupo de Oracion Renovacion Carismatica Todos los Sabados a las 7PM en la cafeteria de la escuela Para mas informacion llame Jose Molina (516) 455-3930 Reina Argumedo (516) 554-7785
Communion Para los Enfermos Si no puede assistir a la misa por enfermedad, puede recibir la CommunionSagrada en su hogar. Llame a la officina parroquiar (516) 223-0723
First Friday Adoration Lay Apostle Spiritual Enrichment
This Friday is the first First Saturday of every month Friday of the month. 8AM to 8:45AM We will have exposition of the Quiet room in the back of the Church. Blessed Sacrament after the 7 a.m. Pray the Luminous Mysteries Mass in the Convent Chapel. of the Rosary. Our Lord will remain available for Read the monthly message and adoration in this way throughout the discuss the monthly message day. as well as its relevance to your life.
Hour for Life For more information about the 6 p.m. Rosary Lay Apostle Mission, visit 6:30 p.m. Divine Mercy Chaplet www.directionforourtimes.com. At 7 p.m., the Nocturnal Adoration Society will lead us in communal and silent meditative prayer. The Nassau Red Mass prayers and hymns for benediction Nassau Red Mass Set for October 1 “Loving Hands” Crochet Club
The annual Nassau Red Mass will be held this Come Join Us for year at the Church of Saint Joseph in Garden Fun and City on Tues., Oct. 1, 2019 at 5:30PM Friendship. Bishop John Barres will be the principal
Beginners Welcome! celebrant. Father Paul D. Scalia, son of the late Honorable Antonin G. Scalia, Associate Justice When: Thursday, October 3rd of the Supreme Court of the United States will Where: McGoldrick Hall Stage be the homilist. The Red Mass marks the Time: 1PM - 3PM traditional opening of the judicial year.
Blessing of the Animals All members of the public are invited to this Mass. Reception and dinner immediately Blessing of the Animals follow at Chaminade High School’s Activity- will take place on Athletic Center in Mineola. Distinguished Sunday, October 6th Honorees: Brother Thomas J. Cleary, S.M., at 1:30PM President of Chaminade High School, and by St. Francis Statue Honorable Carol Bagley Amon, Senior Judge, On the Gale Avenue side of the Church. United States District Court (EDNY). The All pets welcomed! Guild will honor posthumously the Honorable
Please make sure all pets are in a cage, box, Antonin G. Scalia, Associate Justice of the on a leash, or in a tank. Supreme Court of the United States. Justice This is for the safety of all concerned. Scalia’s son, Father Paul D. Scalia, will be accepting the award on behalf of Justice Scalia’s family. Admission fee for the dinner is $120.
For more information, contact: Kristin Angermann at 516-873-2000, ext. 262 or [email protected].
LifeTouch Photo
Saint Christopher’s Parish is pleased to offer all parishioners the opportunity to have their family photos taken, just in time for the holidays. Family portraits will also be part of our “parish family directory” online, so that we may get to know one another better as parishioners!
Photographers will be available on the following dates/times/locations: Friday, November 8th from 2PM until 9PM in McGoldrick Hall Saturday, November 9th from 10AM until 5PM in McGoldrick Hall Thursday, November 21st from 2PM until 9PM in Lawlor Hall Friday, November 22nd from 2PM until 9PM in Lawlor Hall Saturday, November 23rd from 10AM until 5PM in Lawlor Hall Friday, November 29th from 2PM until 9PM in McGoldrick Hall Saturday, November 30th from 10AM until 5PM
Make your appointment online now at: https://booknow-lifetouch.appointment-plus.com/b1v0zzl4
For participating, each family receives a complimentary 8x10 photograph and a free parish family directory. For pricing information for additional photos visit our website at www.stchris.com.
Lifetouch is also partners with Shutterfly, so you may also use their services!
Preparing For Marriage? Trunk or Treat
Engaged Encounter is an effective Pre-Cana program BSA Troop 824 & designed to provide you with the St. Christopher’s tools for a successful marriage. Church Invites you
To our Couples are given the opportunity 5th Annual Trunk or Treat to explore many aspects of their Sunday October 27th relationship through a series of St. Christopher’s Church 1PM-3PM presentations, writings and dialogue. Businesses, organizations, clubs and families There are no group discussions. are invited to participate in this decorated vehicle event to celebrate Halloween. Perfect Our next weekend will be held at the event to promote your organization or business Seminary of the Immaculate Conception and engage with the community. in Huntington November 15, -17,2019 Participants Decorate their vehicles from
11:30AM-12:30PM. Event begins @ 1PM For Information Registration Fee $10 or $40 incudes and/or to register, candy. Can’t participate, you can sponsor a please call Lenny & Pat Walker trunk for your family or $30 631-563-1032, or visit: Questions call Kim 516-315-1987 www.engagedencounterli.org. *All cars must register prior to the event and supply their own decorations and candy if option chosen. (must be prepared to supply 250 kids) Catholic Charities/Talbot House This event benefits St. Christopher’s Food Pantry. *Cars will be judged for Most Original and Best Decorated. Are you or someone you know *Vehicles must remain in the lot from set up time till having family or interpersonal 3:30PM, event ends at 3PM *In case of rain, you will be allowed to decorate a table in problems due to drinking Lawlor Hall. ALCOHOL and/or using *Deadline for entry is October 22nd DRUGS? Please return the form below with entry fee. Any questions call Kim 516-315-1987 CATHOLIC CHARITIES/Talbot House, a *************************************** Chemical Dependence Crisis Center, Trunk or Treat Event located in Bohemia provides withdrawal and Name of Participant/Sponsor stabilization services on a voluntary basis to Participant/sponsor______males and females over the age of 18, who are Phone______Vehicle Make & Model______seeking to stop and/or withdraw from alcohol I Understand that my decorated vehicle will remain in and/or other drug use. the parking lot ATTENDED for the duration of the
The medical and clinical staff at Talbot House event. $40 PARTICIPATION candy will be given to me at will assess the kind of care the person needs, to the event to hand out ______begin his/her journey in recovery. $10 PARTICIPATION, I will supply my own candy &
For more information, please call: or handouts for the children attending the event ______631-589-4144. $30 SPONSORSHIP ______Talbot House staff is available 24/7. Return to Rectory or Each call is confidential. Mail to: Kim Llompart Talbot House is a NO fee for service program. 299 Bedell Street Freeport, NY 11520
Craft Fair Vendor’s Application St. Christopher’s Home & School Association 2019 CRAFT & GIFT FAIR Vendor Application Sunday, November 3rd from 8AM to 6:30PM ** JEWELRY VENDORS MUST CONTACT LINA BEFORE SUBMITTING APPLICATION**
Please provide the following information (please print):
Name ______
Address ______
______
Telephone# H ______C ______
Email Address ______
Would you like email confirmation of your accepted application? Yes _____ No _____
New Vendor (please check one) Yes ______No _____
Returning vendor – Would you like the same space you had last year (if available)? Yes ___ No ___
□ I will rent ____ WALL TABLE(S)* at a cost of $70.00 each Total $ ______* wall space - 8’ table & 2 chairs /12’ space (Only 17 Spaces Available) Electricity needed: □ Yes □ No
ADDITIONAL TABLES $10 OFF (ex., 2 tables = $120, 3 tables = $180, etc)
□ I will rent ____ STANDARD TABLE(S) ** at the cost of $60.00 each Total $ ______
** standard space - 8’ table & 2 chairs/10’ space (Only 40 Spaces Available)
ADDITIONAL TABLES $10 OFF (ex., 2 tables = $100, 3 tables = $150, etc)
Saturday Set up (6-8pm) (please check one) Yes ______No _____
Description of sale items ______
Item to be donated for raffle: ______
Additional comments/requests: ______
Office use only:
Table(s) Assignment ______CK#______Amt pd: ______
Please mail application to St. Christopher’s Home & School Association 15 Pershing Blvd, Baldwin, NY 11510 Att: Fall Craft & Gift Fair with check made payable to St. Christopher’s Home & School Association
Any questions? Please contact - Lina [email protected] or text/call 917-295-8501
********************************************************************** FYI: The 50/50 Raffle will be held after the 5 pm mass, parishioners do come to shop after mass- we suggest you don’t pack up too early.
Craft Fair
St. Christopher’s Home & School Association is holding their annual
FALL CRAFT & GIFT FAIR
Sunday, November 3rd McGoldrick Hall Merrick Road, Baldwin 8am to 6pm
PARISH WIDE 50/50 RAFFLE Winner to be announced after 5pm mass at the Fall Craft & Gift Fair
Thanksgiving and Christmas gifts, decorations, jewelry, handmade items, and so much more…..
Interested in being a vendor?? Please Contact: Lina - [email protected]/917-295-8501 after 4pm
Happy Anniversary Protecting God’s Children
VIRTUS Happy Anniversary TRAINING SESSION All couples celebrating a wedding anniversary in the month of October are invited to the PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN
11:30AM Mass on Sunday, October 6th to VIRTUS is the brand name for a program of recive a special blessing. sexual abuse awareness and prevention used in our diocese to train all volunteers in keeping Let us celebrate your married our children safe. The training module, love and commitment! Protecting God’s Children for Adults. Will be offered in McGoldrick Hall on: Wednesday, Oct. 23rd 7PM – 9:30PM
CYO This program is mandatory for all adults (age 18 and older) who serve as St. Christopher’s CYO employees and/or volunteers in any Basketball Registration school or parish activity. Last Chance for in-person registration If you are planning on volunteering at the parish in any capacity, or volunteering with When: Sunday – September 29th Home & School events and have not attended 10:30AM – 12:30PM previously, you must complete Virtus Training. To register online or if you are unable to attend Where: St. Christopher’s Gym on this date and time, other dates are available throughout the Diocese.
Questions please contact: Go to: Girls – Joe Pomerico http://www.virtusonline.org, and [email protected] Select Help/FAQs Top bar—right side Boys - John Kornobis View upcoming session schedule, click on (Answer) Select: Click here to get a list of Upcoming sessions. Fatima Day Under select organization: select Sunday, October 13th Rockville Centre, NY (Diocese) Shrine of Our Lady of the Island You will then get a list of upcoming 258 Eastport Manor Rd, Manorville, NY sessions.
Morning Program Anyone that does not complete this training 10 am Pray the Rosary @ Rosary Walk will not be permitted to work in the school 11:30 a.m. Mass or parish. 1:30 p.m. Presentation This mandate is required through the Fatima Under the Stars Office of Children Protection, Diocese of Rockville 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Centre. Film/Rosary/Presentation If you are unable to register online [email protected] 631-325-0661 call 223-0723 for assistance in registering.
Stand Up For Life Project Rachel
“For as the body without the spirit is Healing After Abortion dead, so faith without works is dead Project Rachel retreats offer the opportunity to also” (James 2:26). Have you ever thought about going experience the loving mercy of God in a safe to the March for Life in Washington and sacred space. The retreats are directed by DC in January? specially trained compassionate caregivers, in- Did you know about the largest Pro-Life event cluding counselors and clergy, who have a sen- right here on Long Island for the past 21 years? sitivity and a heart for those who suffer. Join in, try attending this rally. 2019 Retreat Dates Stand Up For Life - on Sunday, October 6th, 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (rain or shine). Please join us in Huntington at Routes 110 & Day of Prayer and Healing for Women-- 25 (near the Walt Whitman Mall) in Saturday, November 9th Manorville. This rally is part of a nationwide family friendly event, held at more than 1,550 Evening of Prayer for Men--Wednesday, cities across the USA & Canada. Signs are available at the site you don't have to November 13th bring anything, come as you are, come with a friend or the whole family. You can come for For more information and to register please part of the time or the full 90 minutes; know by visit www.respectlife.drvc.org your presence you help save a life. or contact Project Rachel at There is strength in unity. 1(888) 456-HOPE (4673), 1(516) 766-2538 or All Pro Believers are Welcome! [email protected]. For more information contact Jack at 516-724-6821. All information will remain confidential.
Spirituality For Singles
Liturgical Catechesis
Saturday, October 5th at 8:30PM
Our monthly gathering for singles; Join Bishop Andrzej for a lecture discussion and socialization ages 35 and older series on the Sacraments, $5 donation presented as real encounters with the Snacks, pizza and beverages included living God, touching all stages and all This Gathering will feature noted musician and the important moments of Christian speaker Al Barbarino life.
St. Aidan Parish Dates: October 15, 510 Willis Avenue, Williston Park, NY 11596 November 5, December 10 All lectures will begin at 7:30PM
Contact Ray at 516-561-6994 Location: Cure of Ars Parish or [email protected] 2323 Merrick Ave Merrick, Please call or email to register: Pregnant? Need Help? Suzanne Lynn – 516-744-6850
Call 1-800-395-4357 or 24 hours a day - 7 days a week Cure of Ars - 516-623-1400
Annual Gala Open House
Many of you know the Dominican Sisters of 2019 Open House Schedule Amityville through our ministry in schools, Catholic High Schools health facilities, parish affiliations, etc. This year, we celebrate and honor those whose daily St. Anthony’s High School dedication and hard work foster the creation of Sunday, September 29th a caring community. 10AM - 1PM Kellenberg Memorial High School The Dominican Gala will be held on October Saturday, October 5th 25th, at the Crest Hollow Country Club, to 10AM - 1PM benefit the ministries of our Sisters. Our 2019 Chaminade High School Veritas Award Recipient is President of Molloy Saturday, October 5th College, Dr. Drew Bogner. This year we wish 2PM - 4PM to honor the leaders of our four sponsored St. Dominic High School Sunday, October 6th ministries with the St. Catherine of Siena 1PM - 3:30PM Award: Paul Wasser, CEO and President of Regis High School Dominican Village, Elizabeth Keihm, Execu- Monday, October 14th tive Director of Homecoming Farm, Gillian 1PM - 4PM Kessinger, Executive Director of Opening Holy Trinity Diocesan High School Word, and Susan Nicoletti, Principal of St. Ag- Saturday, October 19th nes Academic High School. 11AM - 1:30PM St. Francis Preparatory School Tickets are $300 each. For further information Saturday, October 19th about our silent auction, 50/50 raffle or a listing 12PM - 4PM in the 2019 Dominican Gala Journal, please St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School contact Susan Jappell (631) 842-6000 x 246. Sunday, October 20th 10AM - 1PM Holy Cross High School Worldwide Marriage Encounter Sunday, October 20th
12PM - 4PM
Attention Married Couples! St. Mary’s High School Fall in Love Again! Sunday, October 20th 1PM - 3:30PM A Worldwide Marriage Learn more about each school Encounter Weekend by attending their Open House. just might be what you are looking for. For more information, contact the individual
High School or the Catholic
He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and Secondary School Administrators at: fire.” Light a spiritual fire in your marriage by www.chsee.org or call 516-739-5030 attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. Stroke Support Group
Stroke support group meets monthly at The DeMatteis Center in Greenvale. For more information, call John & Toni Torio at 877-697-9963 There is no fee to attend but pre-registration is or visit them at https://wwmenyli.org/. required. Please call (516) 629-2013 for more information about the group and how to register.
Hibernians Knights of Columbus
McGuinness - Fitzsimons Daniel J. Bradley Council Division 14 Knights of Columbus
Proud of your Irish Catholic Heritage?
The Knights of Columbus are ordinary men of our parish who contribute their time and energy to building up our parish in faith and contribute their services to people in need in
Join the Ancient Order of our local community and beyond. The Knights Hibernians offer men a great opportunity to get involved in parish life. We are the oldest and largest The four hallmarks of being a Knight of Irish Catholic organization in the Columbus are charity, unity, fraternity, and United States. patriotism. Thus, the Knights of Columbus are We promote Friendship, committed to both God and country. Unity and Christian Charity! Consider joining today. The Knights If you are a gentleman of Irish welcome men 18 and older. Our local council birth or decent, from either is the Daniel J. Bradley Council, which meets parent, and a practicing catholic here at Saint Christopher’s. If you are a over 16 years old, you are Catholic man who is looking for fraternity and getting involved in building up our community welcome to join. through service, contact: Please contact Jim Henry at Robert Llompart: [email protected] or call: [email protected] or 516-366-8768 516-652-9850. For additional information please For more information on the visit: Knights in general, www.aohdiv14ny.org see the following website:www.kofc.org www.facebook.com/division14ny https://aoh.com Office of Child Protection
St. Vincent de Paul Clothing Bins Parishioners are advised to contact Unfortunately our Mary McMahon Pantry cannot accept clothing. at the Office of Child Protection if they Please consider donating your suspect any instances unwanted clothing, into the of sexual abuse of minors by anyone SVDP bins located in the on parish property:
Merrick Road parking lot. (516) 678-5800 x 573. Thank You! Confidential hotline: 516-594-9063
Hope & Healing
Good Shepherd Hospice Mercy Hospital in Rockville Centre has opened a new wing to give comfort to those who are dying: Good Shepherd Hospice Care. Each pa- tient receives a private room and professional, compassionate care is given to them. For more information or to take a tour: 516- HOSPICE CARE 586-1420 www.goodshepherdhsopice.chsli.org
Catholic Health care for women and men, offer- ing fertility assistance, issues with recurrent miscarriages, and a host of other services. www.chsli.org/gianna-center-long-island
Unplanned pregnancy? Need help? Care, counseling, and pro-life options for wom- en. Find hope and solutions with the Life Cen- ter. Four locations: Deer Park, Massapequa, Riverhead, Hempstead. www.lifecenterli.org
Project Rachel. Find hope, healing, for- giveness, and love after abortion. Project Rachel offers women and men opportunities to feel the Father’s love. Hopeafterabortion.com
Courage is an international apostolate of the Catholic Church, which ministers to persons with same-sex attractions. https://courage.org
Catholic Charities, Talbot House Talbot House is a 24-hour voluntary chemical dependence crisis center, providing detox ser- vices to adult men and women who are in crisis. http://www.catholiccharities.cc/our-services/ chemical-dependence
Covenant Eyes Break free from pornography and live a life of freedom. www.covenanteyes.com
Catholic Ministries Appeal
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Children’s content Documentaries
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Financial Page
The Financial Page
Please consider ways you and your family can financially support our parish so that we can meet our many expenses as a large, non-profit organization.
Weekly Giving- Collections Sunday and Holy Day Mass collections keep our parish going.
St. Christopher’s relies totally on the generosity of its parishioners every dollar helps! Consider using parish envelopes—this way we can keep track of your donations and give you a statement at the end of the year for tax purposes.
Ocean Financial Many of use credit cards that give us rewards or points for how Credit Union much money we spend. Ocean Financial Credit Union offers a
credit card that gives quarterly dividends to the parish. To date
the parish has received over $16,000 from this program! It’s an
easy way to help our parish financially—every time you use the card, a percentage is given back to the parish. Sign up today at: www.oceanfinancial.org or visit the office at 45 Atlantic Avenue in Oceanside.
Bread, Wine, Candles, Other types of giving are available here at Saint Masses, and more! Christopher’s Parish. Have you considered…… Offering Bread and Wine in honor of a loved one. Offering a Mass for a loved one. Offering the red sanctuary candle in honor of someone. Memorializing our new hymnals, bricks, vestments…
Come to the rectory to arrange for one of these!
St. Christopher’s offers a monthly lottery program called the “600 CLUB”. For $60 per year, you are entered into the “Club” and have a chance of winning a prize each month: $600 for first
prize, $100 for second, $50 for third. 600 CLUB
Make a check for $60.00, payable to St. Christopher’s 600 Club, and we will call you to pick out your lucky number. NAME______ADDRESS______TEL. # ______Send the slip above to the Rectory at 11 Gale Ave, Baldwin, NY 11510 or place in the collection basket on Sunday.
Catholic Media Page
Individuals and Families are invited to sign up for daily inspirational video messages that will help you live out your Catholic Christian life. Registration is FREE! https://dynamiccatholic.com/daily-reflections
The Jennifer Fulwiler Show 2-4PM Weekdays Jennifer is a convert, a wife and mother of 6, and has lots of good ideas and interesting guests on her show! Note: Channel 129 (“Catholic Channel”) You must be a SiriusXM subscriber.
LIGHTHOUSE CATHOLIC MEDIA offers a wide array of downloadable talks and conferences that will aid you and your families in learning more about the Catholic faith. Download the APP for your smartphone today and start listening! www.lighthousecatholicmedia.org OR search for the FREE APP in your APP store.
Bishop Robert Barron is one of America’s leading Catholic theologians and media stars. He offers numerous Catholic resources for faith formation on his website, www.WordOnFire.org
Are you looking for EVERYTHING CATHOLIC on your smartphone or i-Pad? You’ve come to the right place! Download this free APP and gain access to dozens of links that will connect you to lots of great Catholic resources!
Attention Ladies! Looking for an excellent resource for growing in the Catholic faith as a beloved daughter of God? Try BLESSED IS SHE ! HTTPS://BLESSEDISSHE.NET This online resource connects you with other Catholic women, the bible, stories of faith, prayer groups, and conferences. We hope to offer a women’s bible journaling group here at St. Christopher’s in the near future!