Church of Saint Joseph

Garden City, New York - Diocese of Rockville Centre 130 Fifth Street Garden City, NY 11530 (516) 747-3535 Fax: (516) 746-0719 Parish website www.stjosephchurchgc.org

MASS SCHEDULE SATURDAY 8:30am Vigil Mass 5:00pm

SUNDAY Church 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:30pm, 5:30pm Auditorium 11:00am (September to June)

MONDAY-FRIDAY Church 8:00am, 9:00am

Novena Mass - Convent Chapel Monday 8:00pm (temporarily discontinued)

RECONCILIATION

Saturdays: 1:00 to 2:00 & 6:00 to 6:30pm. Also, 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Saturdays of the month 9:00 to 9:30am. Eves of the Holy Days and First Fridays: 4:00 to 5:00pm.

PASTORAL LEADERSHIP

Reverend Msgr. James P. Swiader Pastor Reverend Prasanna W. Costa Associate Pastor Reverend Hilary Nwajagu Associate Pastor Reverend John Gouldrick, CM T&#!Y#August 0!-$!! S29, ' ,20212!J-1 #.&!! Rev. Mr. John J. McKenna Deacon Twenty Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Church of Saint Joseph, Garden City, NY August 29, 2021 PARISH MEMBERSHIP EUCHARISTIC ADORATION We welcome those who are new to our parish and ask Fridays 1:00-3:00 pm in the Church them to call the Rectory for registration information. If First Fridays-Nocturnal Adoration 9:00-10:00 pm in the you are moving, please notify the Rectory. Church

SACRAMENT OF THE EUCHARIST THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION Saturday Evenings: In Church at 5:00 PM RCIA is a process welcoming new members into the Sundays: In Church at 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM,12:30 and Roman Catholic Church. Any adult who is not baptized or 5:30 PM; in Auditorium at 11:00 AM except July & is baptized in another Christian Church and wishes to August become a Catholic, or is baptized in the Roman Catholic Weekdays: 8:00, 9:00 AM Monday through Friday Church but seeks the Sacraments of Eucharist and with 12:10 PM on First Fridays. Confirmation, should call the Rectory at 747-3535. Saturdays: 8:30 AM Holy Days: See printed announcements prior to the MUSIC AND LITURGY Holy Day for the Mass Schedule. Mr. Joseph Cangialosi, Director 747-3535 Monday evenings: 8:00 PM with Miraculous Medal 130 Fifth Street Novena in Convent Chapel, except legal holidays.

PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING THE SICK Anna Maria Sirianni, LMSW, Director 747-7120 The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick takes 120 Fifth Street place on the first Saturday of the month immediately following the 8:30 morning Mass. You may also call the Rectory to arrange for anointing and Holy RELIGIOUS EDUCATION/CCD Mrs. Lisa Spohr, Director 741-7787 Communion for the homebound. 121 Fourth Street

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION SCHOOL Saturdays: 1:00 to 2:00 and 6:00 to 6:30 PM Ms. Marcela Chavez, Principal 747-2730 Also, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Saturdays of the month 9:00 to Mrs. Rori Martello, Assistant Principal 9:30 AM. Eves of Holy Days and First Fridays: 4:00 450 Franklin Avenue to 5:00 PM.

STEWARDSHIP & FAMILY MINISTRY SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Deacon Jack McKenna, Director 741-5632 Baptism is celebrated on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Sunday of the month at 2:30 PM. Please note: there are no baptisms on the fifth Sunday of the month. Registration is necessary prior to the date of Baptism. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Instruction is required for parents of first children. Sunday: Dt 4:1-2, 6-8/Ps 15:2-3, 3-4, 4-5 [1a]/Jas 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27/ SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Mk 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 Marriages should be arranged at least six months in Monday: 1 Thes 4:13-18/Ps 96:1 and 3, 4-5, 11-12, advance. Weddings may be celebrated Fridays: 13 [13b]/Lk 4:16-30 5:00 PM, Saturdays: 11:00 AM, & 3:00 PM, Sundays: Tuesday: 1 Thes 5:1-6, 9-11/Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14 3:45 PM [13]/Lk 4:31-37 Wednesday: Col 1:1-8/Ps 52:10, 11 [10]/Lk 4:38- DECEASED 44 Thursday: Col 1:9-14/Ps 98:2-3ab, 3cd-4, 5-6 [2]/ Please pray for the deceased Lk 5:1-11 members of our parish Friday: Col 1:15-20/Ps 100:1b-2, 3, 4, 5 [2b]/Lk 5:33-39

Saturday: Col 1:21-23/Ps 54:3-4, 6 and 8 [6]/Lk 6:1-5

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St. Joseph Parish Directory

Rectory Office………………………………………………………………………………516-747-3535 Receptionist ...... Ext. 110 Pastor: Reverend Msgr. James P. Swiader ...... Ext. 113 Associate Pastor: Reverend Prasanna W. Costa ...... Ext. 120 Associate Pastor: Reverend Hilary Nwajagu………………………………………………..Ext. 119 Deacon Jack McKenna...... 516-741-5632 Music and Liturgy: Mr. Joseph Cangialosi, Director ...... Ext. 129 Rectory Receptionist: Mrs. Maria Negron...... Ext. 110 Executive Secretary: Mrs. Barbara Stay …………………………………………………...Ext.116 Facilities’ Manager: Mr. Jerry Tangredi ...... Ext.118 St. Joseph School: Ms. Marcela Chavez, Principal ...... 516-747-2730 Mrs. Rori Martello , Assistant Principal Religious Education: Mrs. Lisa Spohr, Director ...... 516-741-7787 Parish Social Ministry: Anna Maria Sirianni, LMSW, Director ...... 516-747-7120 Stewardship & Family Ministry: Deacon Jack McKenna, Director ...... 516-741-5632

Parish Trustees: Mrs. Loretta Nugent. • Mr. Ralph Somma

Pastoral Council: Mrs. Maria Franco • Mr. John Grymes • Mr. Patrick McCormack Mr. Michael Milone • Mr. Thomas Scaturro Mrs. Yvonne Varano • Mr. John Villanella • Mrs. Peggy York

Emergency Anointing number (when Rectory Office is closed): 516-434-1516

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT

The Parish of St. Joseph celebrates the good news of Jesus Christ by giving witness to His real presence in our midst;

We express our faith through prayer, especially in the celebration of the Eucharist and Sacraments. We continually form and strengthen our faith by embracing and teaching the word of God and trusting in the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We comfort and give hope to the sick and the grieving and reach out to those in spiritual or material need with compassion and love. We offer hospitality and warmly welcome all people to share the joy and peace of Jesus.

Founded on Faith Growing in Hope Serving in Love

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MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK PRAYERS FOR THE SICK

Sunday, August 29 ~ 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time “If anyone is sick among you, ask the community to pray”

7:30 AM William J. Curley Please pray for: 9:00 AM Elizabeth Nwajagu 10:30 AM Eva Draeger Michael Gallagher, Sophia Gaynor, Stephen Gecewicz, 12:30 PM Rene & Julienne Templier, Alexandra Headifen, Mary Beth Heinzelmann, Robert G. Kallem, Florence Kirk, Ang Lim, Dorothy Alford, Thomas Vita, Frank Lisboa, Brianna Maglio, Anne McGowan, Maria Tantalo, Michael Moguel, Michael McGuire, Mary Messmer, Mary Norman, Mercedes F. Quinn, Nathalie Meyerd Charles Park, Joan Ripp, Mary Ann Rothenbiller, 5:30 PM James O’Connor Joseph Schillero, Jackie Umowski, Thomas Urbanik, Lee Ann Wetterhan, Lewis Williams

Monday, August 30 *Please note: only family members may request a person be placed on the sick list. Subsequently, they will be removed after 8:00 AM Gerry Toner 6 weeks. Please call the rectory if additional prayers are 9:00 AM Marie C. Jaworski required. Thank you.

Tuesday, August 31

8:00 AM William J. Campbell 9:00 AM Intentions of Geralyn & Robert Walters WEEKEND MASS CELEBRANTS

Saturday, September 4 Wednesday, September 1 5:00 PM Father Prasanna Costa 8:00 AM Anna Bianco

9:00 AM Victoria Carther Sunday, September 5

7:30 AM Father Brian Shanley Thursday, September 2 9:00 AM Father Hilary Nwajagu 8:00 AM Maryanne Manning 10:30 AM Father Hilary Nwajagu 9:00 AM James O’Neill 12:30 PM Msgr. James Swiader

5:30 PM Father Prasanna Costa Friday, September 3 8:00 AM Kathleen Adell 9:00 AM Thomas Aquinas Gilmartin 12:10 PM The Rosary Altar Society Members CONFESSIONS

Saturday, September 4 Confessions are heard in the Loggetta (the 8:30 AM Frederick Barnum, Sr. small room accessed through the Fourth Street 5:00 PM Thomas Holian, Segunda Hartendorp, vestibule.) Penitents will be directed to sit in Alice Ryan, Carla Columbo, the back row near the windows, and the priest Yolande & Pascal Moise, will be seated in the front row, nearest the altar, Fred Santopetro, Ryan James Kiess to maintain the proper distance. Face masks should be worn in confession. Sunday, September 5 ~ 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time 7:30 AM Robert J. Gorman Saturday, September 4

9:00 AM Clifford & Theresa Hamilton 1:00 - 2:00 PM Msgr. Swiader 10:30 AM Ann Prusiewicz 6:00 - 6:30 PM Father Prasanna 12:30 PM Anne Vallely, Thomas J. Vallely II, Renan & Carlo Moise, Leo Brzynski, Other opportunities for confession can be made Intentions of Dennis Kennelly, by contacting one of the priests for an Intentions of Thomas Leyden, appointment at 516-747-3535. Mr. & Mrs. Francillon Joseph

5:30 PM James Patrick Dollard

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29 August 2021 His concerns reached beyond the strictly

spiritual into the public/political/economic as well. Dear Parishioners, He sought to alleviate the plight of refugees who had fled the Lombard invasion, appealing to wealthy

I would like to draw again from Church Romans for alms to care for the “least of my historian Eamon Duffy’s book that occupied much of brothers and sisters.” He charged his own bishops my time this summer, Ten Popes Who Shook the and clergy to do the same. He negotiated with the World. Today I consider the pope whose tenure is barbarian tribes in defense of the city, ransomed hostages, restored the aqueducts that supplied fresh generally regarded as the forerunner of the papacy of the Middle Ages, Gregory I (pontificate: 590-604) – water, and secured grain to feed the people. On “Gregory the Great.” another note, Gregorian Chant was named for him Following the outstanding reign of Leo I, because of his liturgical reforms. (previously a subject for this column) the papacy fell He is probably best remembered for his on uneven times, some popes offering courageous, commitment to missionary evangelization, dedicated leadership as they were able and the especially the conversion of Anglo-Saxon England. situation allowed, others overwhelmed by the Gregory made it his practice to send monks as theological and the political controversies of the missionaries because he was confident that their times, which were often difficult to distinguish from training and disciplined life prepared them well. each other in the tug-of-war between Rome and (The secular clergy were a rather rag-tag lot, the Constantinople, Pope and Patriarch. object of many of Gregory’s internal Church Gregory was born into an aristocratic Roman reforms.) He thought the monks represented the best family with ties to both Roman politics and Church in what the Church had to offer. The mission to hierarchy. It was a time of great trial in Italy: the Britain was successful; Christianity flourished; and plague carried off nearly one third of the population; the English Church established an enduring loyalty Italy was beset by invasions of barbarian tribes from to the See of Peter. In time, the Anglo-Saxon church the west. As a child, Gregory was deeply affected by sent its own missionaries to Christianize the peoples the sufferings he witnessed. of western Europe, from Gaul to Friesland/Holland His family owned estates in Sicily as well as to Germany to Scandinavia. Gregory allowed these holdings in Rome. As a young man, Gregory missionaries to adapt, as far as propriety would dedicated family property on the Caelian Hill in permit, local customs, festivals, and former pagan Rome for a monastery dedicated to St. Andrew, sites for Christian use. These missionaries carried where he himself lived as monk in prayerful with them their ties to the Pope of Rome, setting the contemplation. He was the first of a line of reforming course of the Church for the next thousand years. popes who came from a monastic background. Succeeding popes would build upon and expand this Recognizing the abilities of this learned authority. Christian identity in worship and monk, Pope Pelagius II ordained Gregory a deacon hierarchy also strengthened national and ethnic for the church of Rome and appointed him heritage. Through his missionary initiatives, apocrisiarius (ambassador) to the imperial court in Gregory has been credited with establishing the Constantinople to seek military assistance to turn foundation of a future Europe, different cultures/ back the invading barbarian Lombards. Gregory was nations unified by one faith – what would become well received but failed to convince the emperor to Christendom. (In 2006, Pope Benedict XVI asserted send troops. unapologetically to the European Congress that the When Pelagius died in 590, the people of history of Europe is incomplete without Rome acclaimed Gregory pope. Gregory made no acknowledging the crucial role that Christianity secret of his lack of interest in Church office, played through the centuries.) The Church, as favoring the simple life of the monastery; but evidenced in the papacy of Gregory I, was at the eventually he accepted the responsibility and rose to heart of the identity of Western Europe. Gregory the the occasion. He styled himself Servum servorum Great – his memorial is this Friday, September 3 – a Dei – “Servant of the servants of God” – a title used Pope who “Shook the World.” by popes for centuries afterward. 5 Msgr. Swiader

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December 8, 2020 inaugurated the Year of Saint Joseph, below is the prayer promulgated by Pope Francis

Prayer for the Year of Saint Joseph

Hail, Guardian of the Redeemer, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. To you God entrusted his only Son; in you Mary placed her trust; with you Christ became man.

Blessed Joseph, to us too, show yourself a father and guide us in the path of life. Obtain for us grace, mercy, and courage, and defend us from every evil. Amen.

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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION STEWARDSHIP ~ A Way of Life The Religious Education Office is OPEN! If you need any assistance, please email Mrs. Spohr at [email protected].

***Re-registration for Religious Ed Classes for In the reading from the letter of St. James we are urged to be “doers” of the Gospel, not just listeners. Being a the 2021/2022 Year: “steward” of God’s Word is a matter of listening to the Re-registration is OPEN. If you have children Good News, embracing the Good News and putting the who will be in Grades 6-8, there is no need for Good News into action in our day-to-day lives. And you to register them. We will register them for whenever we are uncertain as to what decisions to make you. If you have any questions or concerns,

or actions to take as good stewards of the Gospel, St. please email Mrs. Spohr at James reminds us: We can never go wrong if we resist [email protected]. popular values that are not compatible with the Gospel, and we come to the aid of those who are burdened, ***Families New to Religious Education for distressed and poor. First Grade for the 2021/2022 Year: So how do we bring spirit, satisfaction and meaning to If you are interested in registering your incoming the external efforts that we make in a daily workday? first-grader for Religious Ed classes for the fall What’s the secret to restoring energy and good feelings and are new to our program, we will be holding to the daily routine? It’s the same predicament that Jesus registration for your child beginning August 25, noticed in the Pharisees where the externals of religious 2021. If you have any questions or concerns, practice neglected the spirit required for the law to be please call the Religious Ed Office at 741-7787, fulfilled. Work without meaning rituals without spirit, and we will be happy to assist you. actions without love, routine without energy, it happens all the time. How do we get to the source?

To develop a deeper spiritual awareness, it is necessary VOL NTEER to map out times and places where you ponder what you do and why you do it. Each of us needs to schedule ALL THAT’S MISSING IS appointments with oneself each day for the purpose of U… reflection and thanksgiving.

Running off from one thing to another without reflective opportunities just won’t do! We need to reflect on the Catechists Needed: Would you like to share your people with whom we share work in order to appreciate faith with the young people of our parish? We them. We need to see them as subjects of mutual respect, would love to have you as part of our team! which is much more beautiful than just putting up with Please contact Mrs. Spohr at others because we have to. [email protected] about becoming a

It is easy to understand the definition of Stewardship. catechist. The hard part is living it! What do you do to live God’s word? Do you share your time in prayer with God? Do you use your talent to help those in need? Are you generous with your financial resources? If not, what are you waiting for?

We gather at our Sunday Eucharist liturgy for the purpose of giving thanks and we want to do so with spirit! Ponder the work you share with others during the week and we ask the Spirit to fill you with loving purpose. Let us pray that as Christian Stewards we may not only hear God’s word, but also learn to live it every day of our lives.

Deacon Jack McKenna 7

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WOMEN’S BOWLING

Interested in an afternoon of bowling for fun and exercise? On Wednesday, September 8, 2021, St. Joseph’s Women’s Bowling League begins its 2021~2022 season. We meet every Wednesday at 12:30 PM at the Bowlero Bowling Lanes in Mineola.

Please call Eileen Haggerty at (516)248-6519 or Eileen Moran at (516)742-1526.

NEW FACE MASK FAREWELL FR. JOHN GOULDRICK RECOMMENDATIONS WELCOME FR. BRIAN SHANLEY!

Given the continuing surge in the in- It is with a sincere sense of sadness that we share fection rate of Covid-Delta across with our parishioners the news that Fr. John Nassau County, and recognizing our Gouldrick, CM, who has been celebrating Sunday care for the health and welfare of our Mass here at St. Joseph for four years, has been parishioners and guests, we suggest that those at- reassigned by his provincial. He will no longer be tending Mass, even if vaccinated, consider wearing assisting at St. Joseph Parish as he assumes new masks while they are in the church for the pre- responsibilities in Philadelphia. We have enjoyed sent. This is only intended for Masses, his reverent liturgies, insightful homilies, and his especially Sunday Masses, in the church. We hope warm personality. He will be missed. His final this need is temporary. Sunday with us will be this Sunday, August 29 at 9 am. Please note: This is not a mandate or require- ment, and no one will be criticized or turned away As Fr. Gouldrick departs, we are gratified to from Mass for not wearing a mask. It is entirely a welcome Fr. Brian Shanley, OP, who will be joining personal decision and will be respected as such. us on Sundays. Fr. Shanley is presently the president of St. John’s University. He is a native of Rhode We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate Island and was ordained a priest of the Order of your understanding. Preachers, the Dominicans, in 1987. His background in education includes three terms as president of Providence College. We look forward to his arrival and getting to know him in the time ahead.

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FOCUS ON RELIGIOUS BANNS OF MARRIAGE FREEDOM www.cffor.org

First Time Michael Angelo Randazzo "The Religion then of every man must be left to the conviction and conscience of every man: and it is the right of every man to St. Joseph, Garden City exercise it as these may dictate." —James Madison, 1785. Anne Victoria Brozek St. Patrick, Huntington Recent Rise in Attacks on Some Religious Groups Threaten Everyone’s Religious Freedom

Third Time: New York City and Los Angeles: New York City, home to the largest population of Jews outside of Israel, reported over 80 anti-Semitic Connor John Barrett hate crimes so far this year compared to 62 last year. Outdoor diners Our Lady of Lourdes in Los Angeles were physically attacked by a group carrying Malverne, NY Palestinian flags.Violence and harassment targeting American Jews coast-to-coast rose following the fighting between Israelis and Bridget Elise Murray Palestinians in May, 2021. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL), which St. Joseph, Garden City, NY tracks incidents of anti-Jewish violence and bias, said they saw a 75% increase in anti-Semitism reports. "We've seen things like this before," said Brandeis Un. Professor Yehudah Mirsky. "But this seems a bit much. This seems more."(1)

Portland, Oregon: A Christian prayer and worship event held in a Memorial Park, was attacked by a group of self-proclaimed Antifa protesters wearing full black gear that concealed their faces and heads while holding shields, weapons, and open umbrellas as well as pepper spray, rocks, fireworks, flash bombs and mace. One woman reported, "We were about to have a worship event and (they) rolled in like angry mobs macing everybody, (throwing) rotten eggs and black CMA Goal for 2021- $166,300.00 paint ..." (2) "Where is your God now?" said one Antifa member. (3) It was reported they also threw the sound system into the Williamette

Totals as of 8/16/2021: River. Families with children and infants were at the event that featured Pledges-$100,390.00 Payments-$87,085.00 Polish-Canadian pastor Artur Pawlowski who was in the news during Donors-204 Average Gift-$492.00 Easter when he was arrested for holding services at his church. The event was entitled "Courageous Truth."(4)

Thank you to all of our families who have already Canada: The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom made a sacrificial gift. Please consider a yearly (USCIRF) is being urged to add Canada to its watch list after pastors offering. Thank you. have been jailed in the country for keeping their churches open. "I am troubled that our Canadian neighbors are effectively being forced to gather in secret, undisclosed locations to exercise their basic freedom to worship," wrote one U.S. Senator in a letter to USCIRF and the Ambassador to Canada.(5)

SACRIFICIAL GIVING (bbc.com, 5/28/21(1); churchleaders.com, 8/10/21(2)(3);

dailywire.com, 8/11/21, August 22, 2021 christiandaily.com, 8/9/21(4); dailywire.com, 6/24/21(5)

$13,093.00 "God who gave us life gave us liberty. Can the liberties of a Faith Direct for July nation be secure when we have removed a conviction that these liberties are the gift of God?" $24,440.00 Thomas Jefferson, Author of America's Declaration of Independence, Founding Father

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EARTHQUAKE RELIEF FOR HAITI VIRTUAL FOOD DRIVE UPDATE On August 14, 2021, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake Thank you for your generous support of our monthly struck Haiti across several major cities. This is virtual food drives. We continue to support the Outreach another major setback in a country struggling with programs of our sister parishes in Hempstead and Roose- political instability, COVID-19, food security, and velt.. now a devastating earthquake. Our August drive is now underway and our tally to date is $1,920. Collection boxes have been set up at the Fourth and Fifth Street entrances of the Church for your To make a contribution, you may write a check payable donations. To make a contribution, you may write a to St. Joseph’s Parish Social Ministry and indicate “food check payable to St. Joseph’s Parish and drive” on the memo line. You may mail the check to our indicate “Earthquake Relief ” on the memo line. PSM office at 120 Fifth Street, place it through the mail slot on the convent door, or drop it off at the rectory at You may mail the check to the Rectory or place it your convenience. through the mail slot on the Rectory door, or drop it off at the rectory at your convenience. We hope these summer days are bringing you some fun and relaxation. And thank you again for your faithful Thank you for your generosity! attention to our neighbors in need.

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Don’t forget to tune into the CATHOLIC FAITH NETWORK, Cablevision Channel 29/137, Verizon FIOS 296 or Time Warner 471 or visit www.cfntv.org. FREE ASSISTANCE FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS Themes August 2021 If you or someone you know is helping to care for a family 29 New Beginnings member or friend with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia, Themes September 2021 you are not alone! We can help.

5 Labor Day/Work/Laboring for God Our free services include: free in-home consultation; family 12 Stress consultation; support groups; education and training pro- 19 Autumn Changes grams; respite to give family caregivers a break; access to vol- 26 Prayer unteer caregiver companions; and memory cafes. For more information, please call The Parker Jewish Institute Themes October 2021 at: 516-586-1507 or [email protected] 3 Possessions 10 Discovery (Columbus Day)

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IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR ALL VOLUNTEERS of St. Joseph Parish NOCTURNAL ADORATION BOOKRACK Friday, September 3, 2021 ANNOUNCEMENT

Twenty-third Publications has decided to discontinue the print edition of Exploring the Sunday Readings as of September,

2021. Therefore, the issue covering the September readings is the last issue that will be available on the bookrack.

However, a digital version will still be available. If you are interested in subscribing to the digital edition, contact Twenty-third Publications at [email protected]. Friday, September 3, the First Friday of September is a day of prayer for peace and for the people of our parish.

WE WELCOME THE NEWLY Masses for First Friday are at 8:00 & 9:00 am & BAPTIZED OF OUR 12:10 pm. PARISH Confessions will be heard on Thursday, September Michael Eugene Fischetti 2, from 4 to 5 pm. Alison Grace Zimbardo

Our Nocturnal Adoration Society invites all

parishioners to visit the church between the hours of 9:00 pm and 10:00 pm on Friday.

The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed for SACRED HEART ACADEMY adoration and Benediction will take place at OPEN HOUSE 10:00 pm. In person Fall Open House will take place on

For more information contact either: Saturday, October 2, 2021. Terry Tener at 747-5713 Jack McGowan at 741-8420 Visit us to learn why Sacred Heart Academy is the school of choice for talented young women Could You Not Watch One Hour With Me? seeking academic and leadership opportunities. (Mt 26:40) Sacred Heart students are critical thinkers who discern and grow in personal Catholic Faith and build enduring relationships with other exceptional young women filled with purpose 9/11 MEMORIAL MASS and integrity.

St. Joseph's Parish will The Fall Open House will be broken up into commemorate the three time slots. Please click on the registration twentieth anniversary of link below to sign up for a specific time slot. 9/11/2001 with the We look forward to seeing you at Sacred Heart celebration of the Eucharist Academy! .sacredheartacademyli.org/register/ on Saturday, 9/11 at 9:30 am in the Church. All are welcome.

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WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER

To support married couples during this time of social distancing, Worldwide Marriage Encounter is sponsoring virtual marriage experiences. Some are on weekends and are seven sessions on weekdays from 7:00pm to 9:30pm. Couples will explore their individual personality styles, improve listening and communication skills, understand God’s plan for their marriage, and learn how to keep their relationship a priority. Registration is limited and a $100 application fee is required. For more information or to apply, call Chuck & Maria Reiss at 631-486-8607 or visit them at https:// wwmenyli.org/. Let Jesus the healer, heal any disappointments in your marriage. Strengthen your relationship, rekin- dle your romance and renew your sacrament by at- tending the Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experi- ence.

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IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR ALL VOLUNTEERS of St. Joseph Parish IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR ALL VOLUNTEERS of St. Joseph Parish This is for ALL Parish, School, and Religious Ed Volunteers

Thank you all for your cooperation!

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IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR ALL VOLUNTEERS of St. Joseph Parish St. Joseph Parish Anti-bullying Policy

St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Garden City, exists as a community of Catholic prayer, faith, and service that is founded upon respect for the inherent dignity of every human person. The use of any media, including the Internet, or personal encounter, to harass, embarrass, or intimidate is completely unacceptable. Every member of every St. Joseph program or ministry is expected to conform to values and deportment consistent with Catholic faith. Any volunteer or society member who does not do so will be asked to resign from that program or ministry.

St. Joseph Parish Internet Policy

St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church is part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. Canon 216 of the Code SEMINARY of Canon Law states: No undertaking COMMUNION shall assume the name Catholic unless BREAKFAST the consent of the competent ecclesiastical authority is given. The Friends of the The competent ecclesiastical authority in Seminary of the a local parish is the bishop of the diocese Immaculate Conception, or the canonically appointed pastor of the Huntington, invite you to their Annual Communion parish. Therefore, any internet site that Breakfast on Sunday, presents itself under the name of St. September 19, 2021. Mass at 10 AM Joseph Church to disseminate followed by breakfast in Borromeo Hall. information or post pictures of any parish Celebrant and speaker – Bishop William activity must receive the expressed Murphy, Bishop Emeritus, Diocese of Rockville Centre. $50 per guest. Reservations required. permission of the pastor. For additional information and to reserve your spot, Seminary Development Office: (631) 423 – 0483, Ext 102;[email protected], or www.icseminary.edu.

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IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR ALL VOLUNTEERS of St. Joseph Parish

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IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR ALL VOLUNTEERS of St. Joseph Parish

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