Pastoral Staff Fifth Sunday of Lent April 7, 2019 Msgr. Francis J. Caldwell, Pastor Rev. Henry Leuthardt, Associate Pastor Rev. Zachary Callahan, In Residence Deacon Joseph Zubrovich The Parish Family of Deacon Ronald Federici Permanent Deacons Louis Cicalese and Kieran Maelia Curé of Ars Youth/Young Adult Ministries The Catholic “Field Hospital” of Merrick Lee Hlavacek Religious Ed/Curé Family Ministry 2323 Merrick Avenue, Merrick, NY 11566 Lisa Hudson Tel (516) 623-1400 Fax (516) 623-1107 www.cureofarschurch.org Parish Social Ministry/Stewardship William Geasor, Business Manager Patricia Ryan, Director of Music Vladimir Tiagunov, Parish Musician “Go, and from
Mass Schedule now on do not Saturday Vigil: 5:00pm sin any more.” Sunday: 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am, 1:00pm John 8:11 Weekday Masses Monday - Thursday: 7:00am Monday - Friday: 9:00am Mondays and First Friday: 7:30pm Saturday 8:30am, (with Anointing of the Sick on First Saturday only)
Devotions Miraculous Medal Novena Monday - 9:00am and 7:30pm
Sacred Heart Novena First Friday after 9:00am & 7:30pm Masses with Benediction at 1:00pm & 9:00pm The HERE at Curé of Rosary Incorrupt Monday - Friday 9:30am Heart of Ars Parish Saturdays 9:00am St. John April 8 Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and in the Divine Mercy Chapel Vianney, Monday 10:00am - Friday 10:00am the Curé April 11 First Friday - after 9:00am Mass - 1:00pm & 8:00pm - 9:00pm of Ars (Details: Saturday - 4:00pm-5:00pm Page 3)
Reconciliation (Confession) Saturday 4:00pm to 5:00pm After Masses on 1st & 3rd Sundays and anytime by appointment. The next speaker S.E.A.S. Regional School St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in our Mondays at Curé series (516) 785-5709; www.STEAS.com will be
Pastor’s Email and Tel #: Fr. Ed Sheridan, Vicar for Clergy [email protected] Please join us at 7:30 pm tomorrow 516-623-1400 Ext. 103 Curé of Ars -2- April 7, 2019
A letter from the Pastor ~ Fifth Sunday of Lent ~
Dear Parishioners:
THIS WEEK: Tomorrow we continue our “Mondays @ Curé”® Lenten Series. Our guest celebrant and preacher will be Fr. Ed Sheridan, Vicar for Clergy Personnel at the Diocese. (See his Biography on Page 21.)
THE HEART OF THE CURÉ OF ARS: The best of this Season of Lent is still to come – Easter! But before that we will have this special week of prayer and reflection centered around the Incorrupt Heart of Saint John Vianney, our patron. As you know “The Heart” was here in Merrick in 2006. That (to my knowledge) was the only time that the Heart of the Curé was ever out of France. This time, however, the Heart has been traveling throughout the United States and will continue through June. The Knights of Columbus have custody of the Curé’s Heart and are covering all the expenses. The relic has been (or will be) in almost every Cathedral in our country. But for us in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, the Heart will be right here in our own parish church. Thanks be to God! Monday, April 8th The Incorrupt Heart arrives at 12 Noon and will be here overnight until 8 AM on April 9th. Thursday, April 11th The Heart arrives at 6:30 AM until 9 PM that evening
FOUR (4) DAYS: This week, from April 8th thru April 11th, The Heart will be “bookended” here in Merrick for about two full days. (In the middle of the week the relic will be touring the Diocese of Brooklyn, after being at St. Patrick’s Cathedral over the prior weekend.) The entire week will be an opportunity for us to pray for the church and to pray for the priesthood during these challenging times! We will have several opportunities to pray, reflect and discern where we are at – and where we should be going – as a church. There will be a number of guest speakers/preachers to help us to grow in our faith even while the church is “adrift.” Monday, April 8th 7:30 PM Mass – Fr. Ed Sheridan, Vicar For Clergy, celebrant and homilist Tuesday, April 9th 7 AM Mass – Fr. Zachary and Fr. Frank; 7:30 PM - Msgr. John Strynkowski on “The Death and Resurrection of the Catholic Church” Wednesday, April 10th 7:30 PM - Mr. David G. Bonagura, Jr. on “Keeping the Faith When the Church is Adrift” Thursday, April 11th 7 AM Mass - Fr. Augustine, celebrant and homilist 9 AM Mass – Fr. Charles Mangano, celebrant and homilist 7:30 PM Mass – Fr. Joe Fitzgerald, celebrant and homilist
“UNPLANNED”: The movie Unplanned is a HUGE hit. I saw it last weekend and encourage you to see it. Former governor Mike Huckabee noted: “So a 13-year-old girl can get an abortion without her parents even knowing, but can’t see a movie showing what abortion really is without being accompanied by an adult until she’s 17?” Despite many challenges, Unplanned still managed to pull in over $6.1 million last weekend. (See article on Page 15.) This means a movie about a former abortion clinic director turned pro-life advocate secured a 5th place finish for its opening weekend! That’s twice as much as the filmmakers had projected! After all, the movie was only debuting on 1,059 screens. But because of the great performance, the movie is reportedly adding an additional 600 screens this weekend! If Unplanned does become a big box office hit, it will inspire other filmmakers to bring other compelling pro-life stories like this to the big screen. And it is already sending an unmistakable message to the media: you can’t stop the movement for life. Most importantly, the film is changing hearts and minds. Read the comments on social media and elsewhere. Men and women, young and old, are moved by this film. Let’s help them keep it going!
Fr. Frank
A NOTE FROM LEE HLAVACEK: “There is an appointed time for everything, and a time for every affair under the heavens.” Ecc.3:1 It is with gratitude for your partnership in faith these past 16 years, I share with you that I plan to retire as Director of Religious Education at the end of this faith formation year. I have been blessed to work with so many over the years, and have been standing on the shoulders of many who came before me. My prayer is that with God’s help we will continue to work together to help our children to have a personal relationship with Jesus, receive Jesus often, and respond to His love by making a difference in the world by helping others. Curé of Ars -3- April 7, 2019 Curé of Ars -4- April 7, 2019 Welcome! Stewardship It is everything we do after we say we believe. Our pastor, Msgr. Francis J. Caldwell, his brother priests, Fr. Henry Leuthardt, Fr. Zachary Callahan, and our Tithing: God’s Plan for Giving Pastoral Team welcome you to Curé of Ars. If you are Stewardship - A Way of Life visiting us for the first time, you are our honored guests and we pray that you will consider making Curé of Ars Tithing Income: March 31, 2019 $11,797.00 your church home. We are here to assist you in your (April 1, 2018 was Easter) spiritual growth and maturity as together we give glory to Kids for Kids: March 31, 2019 $ 110.00 God through our worship, prayer and service in the name of Jesus Christ. We are committed to the fullness of Bulletin Reflection: Today’s Gospel reading is an Roman Catholic teaching and to the promise of salvation important one for all of us to hear; we have all that the Church offers to all believers. May God sinned and have felt the weight of guilt and shame. accomplish a great work in you among us. Thankfully, we have a loving God who wants us to Parish Registration - We welcome all new members come to Him and be free of our pain and sin. of our parish family. We ask all parishioners to As St. John Paul the Great said, “Jesus is newness of welcome and invite new neighbors and their families life for those who open their hearts and, after to become a part of Curé of Ars. Parish Registration acknowledging their sins, receive his saving mercy.” booklets are available in the Rectory and at the doors Jesus’ forgiveness is there for all of us who of the Church. Once completed, please submit your acknowledge and repent of our sins. form to the Rectory so we can finalize your registration process. You will receive a visit from a Parish Welcoming Committee member shortly Living Stewardship: As Christian Stewards we thereafter. need to remind the world of God’s love and
Baptism - Parents wishing to present a child for forgiveness. Every aspect of our lives - gifts as well Baptism should be registered members of Curé of Ars as sufferings - can, if surrendered to God, lead to Parish. Parents are required to have a Baptism blessings for ourselves and others. Preparation Interview with a member of the Pastoral Team and attend a Baptism Class. Please call the Rectory for an appointment. Baptisms usually take Eucharistic Adoration place on the first and third Sundays of the month from Jesus is inviting you to spend some 2:30pm - 3:30pm. quiet time with Him. If you are Marriage - Those wishing to be married in Curé interested in becoming a regular adorer should consult with a member of the Pastoral Team please contact Pat Krug at 359-7404 before any other arrangements are made. A minimum and sign up for the time slot of your of six months is needed for marriage preparation. Pre- choice. Cana and FOCCUS are required for all couples. Weddings may be scheduled on Fridays at 5:30pm (or Adorers needed: an agreed upon time), on Saturdays at 11:15am, Mon: 1-2pm, 2-3pm; 1:00pm or 2:30pm and Sundays at 4:00pm. Thurs: 2-3am; Fridays 1-2am.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) - An ongoing process of formation for those who ever Looking for either regular or substitute adorers. wonder if they should become “Catholic”. If interested Please consider making a commitment. Time spent in please call for a meeting with a member of the Pastoral Eucharistic Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is Team. special heart-to-heart time with Jesus. It will change Mission Statement - We welcome all and exclude none, your life. as we are inspired by the wisdom of our PLEASE NOTE CHANGES FOR THIS WEEK patron, St. John Vianney, the Curé of Ars, APRIL 8-12, when relic of the Incorrupt Heart of who said: “This is our glorious duty, to St. John Vianney is here at Curé of Ars Church: pray and to love.” Therefore, we are There will be NO Adoration on Monday, April 8, committed to continue the mission of resuming Tuesday, April 9 at 10am. Then, Jesus Christ, to proclaim the Gospel and Adoration ends at 7am Thursday, April 11, and love one another as He loves us. resumes on Monday, April 15 at 10am. Curé of Ars -5- April 7, 2019
2019 Curé of Ars Spring Bible Study
Deacon Ron and Deacon Joe would like to invite you to our parish bible study. Remaining Dates: NOTE April 16, 23 DATE and May 7 & 14 CHANGE 7:15 pm - 9:00 pm Monsignor Leonard Hall
We will be exploring rich passages in the book of “Revelation”: “Mary, The New Ark of the Covenant,” “The Marriage Supper of the Lamb,” “A New Heaven and a New Earth” and more!
Classes will feature five inspiring DVD presentations with Catholic theologian Jeff Cavins, and small group sharing. Please call the rectory (623-1400) to register. (Let us know if you need the study book.)
Even if you did not attend our previous sessions, please feel welcome to join us now. It is a beautiful way to grow in relationship with Jesus while sharing our faith and friendship. Curé of Ars -6- April 7, 2019 Mass Intentions Pray For Our Sick th For the week of April 6 Names submitted by immediate family members only will remain on this list for 6 weeks. Thank you. Drink from the cup Jake Lonigro, of salvation Daniel James, Robert Munz, Saturday, April 6 Maria Estrada, 8:30am - Peg Ranieri Raegan Quinn McCutchan, 5:00pm - Albert Matuza Lorraine Kolstein, Sunday, April 7 Mary McCoy, 7:30am - Parishioners of Curé of Ars Linda Janas, 9:30am - Michael Kavanagh Kathleen Pultorak, 11:30am - Nicholas Mamo Elena Travers Hancock, 1:00pm - Vocations, James W. Maher, Jean-Paul Dujardin Jeannette Gray, Maxwell Matos, Justin D. O’Keefe Monday, April 8 7:00am - The Unborn Eucharistic Bread & Wine–Week 9:00am - Greg Hammill 7:30pm - Ester Arango Christopher Knoth Tuesday, April 9 Love, Grandma Chris & Pop 7:00am - Newly Baptized 9:00am - Noreen Broderick READINGS FOR THE WEEK Wednesday, April 10 Monday: Dn 13:1-9, 15-17, 19-30, 33-62 [41c-62]; 7:00am - Souls in Purgatory Ps 23:1-6; Jn 8:12-20 9:00am - Vocations, Msgr. James McDonald, Tuesday: Nm 21:4-9; Ps 102:2-3, 16-21; Jn 8:21-30 John Scott Gormley Wednesday: Dn 3:14-20, 91-92, 95; Dn 3:52-56; Thursday, April 11 Jn 8:31-42 Thursday: Gn 17:3-9; Ps 105:4-9: Jn 8:51-59 7:00am - Maxwell Matos Friday: Jer 20:10-13; Ps 18:2-7; Jn 10:31-42 9:00am - Joseph Michalski Saturday: Ez 37:21-28; Jer 31:10, 11-13; Jn 11:45-56 Friday, April 12 Sunday: Lk 19:28-40 (procession); 9:00am - John Scott Gormley Is 50:4-7; Ps 22:8-9, 17-20, 23-24; 7:30pm - [Stations of the Cross] Phil 2:6-11; Lk 22:14 — 23:56 [23:1-49] Saturday, April 13 SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES 8:30am - Robert Wieboldt Sunday: Fifth Sunday of Lent; Third Scrutiny 5:00pm - Rose Grosso Thursday: St. Stanislaus Sunday, April 14 Friday: Abstinence 7:30am - James E. Hannon Saturday: St. Martin I 9:30am - Parishioners of Curé of Ars 11:30am - Gerard O’Brien 1:00pm - Vocations, Perpetual Intentions Casper Corrao, Have you ever considered lighting a candle for your loved Frank Balchaitis, ones? This candle remains lit for your Michael & Kristen Wiltshire (L) special Perpetual Intention that the candle Mr. & Mrs. Angelo (Toni) Uberti (60th Anniv)(L) represents, every day for one year. The priests Maxwell Matos, Michael Muli and parishioners will also pray for your intention during our Sunday and weekday Masses here at Pope Francis’ Intention for April, 2019 Curé of Ars. The candle can also be purchased Universal: For doctors and their humanitarian for any prayer intention: conversions, memorials, in collaborators in war zones, who risk their lives thanksgiving, for special intentions or occasions. See the to save the lives of others. forms in the rack hanging on the wall by the Perpetual Intention candles in the church lobby. Curé of Ars -7- April 7, 2019
Congratulations to all of the SEAS Catholic Daughters’ Award Winners! Students entered a variety of categories including art, essay, poetry, and photography. Congratulations to all of our Honor Band Members and String Concert Participants. Your hard work shows! We are a Regional Catholic School serving our five Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton parishes: St. Barnabas, Cure of Ars, St. Raphael, 2341 Washington Ave. Bellmore, NY 11710 St. Frances de Chantal, and Sacred Heart. 516-785-5709 www.steas.com Curé of Ars -8- April 7, 2019
C.A.R.E. Parish Social Ministry Lisa Hudson, 623-1400, Ext. 108 Lee Hlavacek, 623-1400, Ext. 109 E-Mail: [email protected] email: [email protected] FOOD PANTRY: Items needed - Please Initiation Formation Witness consider donating the following items to the Family Prayer: Our Grade 8 students request that all parish food pantry - soups, tuna fish, cereal, pasta sauce, peanut butter and jelly, kids families pray the Our Father each day for those who snacks, sugar, flour, paper products. Thank you have recently passed away especially our friend, in advance for your generosity!! Max Matos. LADIES TEA: Wear your most festive hat and bring your Family Liturgy is celebrated today, Sunday, April 7th favorite tea cup to join us for tea! On at 9:30 a.m. Mass and features our 8th Grade students Friday, May 3rd at 12:30pm Parish taking an active role in ministry as readers, greeters, Social Ministry is hosting an English gift bearers, and ushers. They will also publicly tea with the most delicious scones, tea present their letters requesting Confirmation to our sandwiches and lovely little cakes. Cost $20 at the door. Please pastor Msgr. Frank Caldwell. RSVP to Lisa Hudson at Ext 108. “Share a Little Love for Lent” and join us for our EASTER DONATIONS: Those wishing to help us annual Lenten Family Soup Supper on Friday, April provide nutritious meals to those in 12th @ 6 p.m. in the auditorium. Details on Page 9. need may please bring your food donations including hams, turkey Early Re-Registration for September 2019 classes breast, or food cards to the Parish th will take place the week of April 8 in the C.A.R.E. Social Ministry office in the Parish Office. Our current families who register early are Center. Also - if you would like to help eligible to win free tuition for the whole family. us give Easter baskets and bring some There will be one winner—it could be your family! extra cheer to the youth, please consider donating Easter Re-registration forms have been mailed to parents. baskets and Easter candy as well. Thank You and have a blessed Easter Holiday Season! New Family Registration for September 2019 classes will take place the week of June 3rd – June 6th. All families must be registered parishioners of Curé of Ars prior to registering for faith formation classes. Please visit the rectory to complete the parish registration form for your family. Watch the bulletin for more details regarding registration for faith formation classes.
Please keep our children preparing for 1st Communion and Confirmation in your prayers.
Middle School Youth Group Our next Middle School Youth Group meeting will take place on Sunday, April 14th, Palm Sunday, from 6:00pm-7:00pm in the Youth Room at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School. Come join us as we have a discussion about Holy Week and a time of fellowship. Email [email protected] with any questions. Curé of Ars -9- April 7, 2019 Curé of Ars -10- April 7, 2019
Vianney Fifty-Plus Club Cry for Life Wed. May 1 - 1pm Msgr. Leonard Hall. Entertainment by a Sweet Adelines quartet. A Call To Prayer
Wed. June 19 - SAVE THE DATE and plan to join As seen in last us! Bus trip to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse for a one week's column, in his woman show “Queens of Pure Country” starring Josia Holy wisdom Pope Waverly in a tribute to country music’s most John Paul II said “as legendary ladies from yesterday and today, including the family goes, so authentic costume changes. Cost $88.50 which goes the nation and includes bus, show, luncheon (meal choice made at the whole world.” table) and dessert room. To sign up contact Maureen He knew the at 516-379-7943. consequences of the nuclear family Prayer Shawl Ministry breakdown, which we are living now. Our next Prayer Shawl Ministry meeting will be held in the Conference Women are the bedrock of family life and society. Room on Monday, April 15th at 7pm. Decades of secularism have denigrated the For more info, please contact Joan importance of wives and mothers, leeching feminine Ryan at 516-316-7648. If you or attention away from the family. someone you know who is in the hos- Children play virtual reality “games” with pital or nursing home, or suffering in devastating results. Secular culture such as music, some way, and might draw comfort from receiving a media and fashion sexualize children, causing prayer shawl, please call the rectory at 623-1400 and increasing numbers of disordered affections among we will gladly provide one. them. Planned Parenthood corrupts youth and normalizes birth control and the intrinsic evil of Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon abortion. Skyrocketing divorce rates destroy Please join the Merrick South families. Shore Homemakers on Thursday, Ladies, WE are the steel, the bedrock, the God April 25, 2019 at 11am in the given nurturers of our homes. We must fight to take Msgr. Leonard Hall for their our families back from this “culture of death.” This Spring Fashion Show and does not downplay the crucial role of husbands who Luncheon. The cost of a ticket is are innately hunter/gatherers as God intended. We $28 per person and includes a sit- are simply addressing here essential femininity, as down lunch with a choice of Roast Sirloin of Beef, God created. Stuffed Flounder or Chicken Francaise. There will be raffles, door prizes and a fashion show by Chico’s The “world” tells us there are many other Outlet of Deer Park. Registration deadline is April important things to tend to, but biblical principles 18, 2019. For info call Elaine at 516-794-7678. give us Truth: There is nothing more worthy of our time than our families. I invite all women to unite in Merrick Senior Center prayer, turning towards our ultimate role model: The Merrick Senior Center at 2550 Clubhouse Road Mary, Mother of God, our Mother and Our Lady of welcomes all seniors 55 and over who reside in the Town Good Success, we implore you to impart your of Hempstead to join in activities, including painting, arts maternal, feminine wisdom upon us. Please hold our and crafts, Zumba, music group, parties, etc. The Center families in your precious mantle. Help us to guard is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. their hearts and help us to defend innocent life, born There are no fees to join and transportation will be and unborn. Ask God to give us the courage and provided to Merrick residents for free. Lunch is available grace to emulate you, on the front lines of our daily 3 days a week for only $3.00. For more information, please call April at 516-868-4777. lives. Amen. Curé of Ars -11- April 7, 2019
Mary’s Legion of Prayer
Do you want a closer relationship with Our Lady? Please consider joining Mary’s Legion of Prayer at Curé of Ars! Have you ever wondered why some of the greatest saints of our time such as St. John Vianney, St. Padre Pio, St. Pope John Paul II and St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta had such a strong devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary? Do you have a desire to become closer to Jesus? Did you know that devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary is the closest and fastest way to her Son, Jesus? This group, inspired by Our Lady, meets weekly to provide intercessory prayer for priests, religious, and all who need prayer. There is no cost to join. Meetings will be held on Fridays at 4pm. For more information, please call June Stoyer at 516-847-2088. Curé of Ars -12- April 7, 2019 Curé of Ars -13- April 7, 2019 Curé of Ars -14- April 7, 2019
Sr. Ave Clark Retreat - April 13 Men of the Curé of Ars Sister Ave Clark, O.P., will join us for a Lenten “Many are the afflictions of the righteous; but the Lord retreat "Hold Your Alleluia Palm" on Saturday, delivers him out of them all.” Psalm 34:19 April 13th, 9:15AM-12:00PM, in the Rectory Lower Level. All parishioners are invited. Light We invite you to join us fellow sinners for some honest and refreshments will be served. Please call Mary Re, thought provoking conversation. We meet twice a month 516-623-5378, to register. for fellowship and spiritual renewal where we learn to receive God’s grace to heal our brokenness and be a man Our Lady’s Rosary Makers of virtue.
Our next Rosary Makers Ministry *The next Theology Of The Body meeting will be on meeting will be on Thursday, Monday, April 15. th *Signposts will resume on Monday, May 6. May 16 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the Conference Room. Come change the * For a brief review of Theology of the Body - Into the world, one rosary at a time. Heart sessions 1-8, visit our website, click the ‘More’ tab All materials supplied and take home on top and then ‘Theology of the Body’ summaries packets are plentiful. Questions: A holy war rages unseen and we the Church are the please call Jane @ 516-771-8469. target. Those seeking Christ will be under attack by Satan. Know the enemy and be equipped Sunday Scripture Prayer Group - Our next meeting is on with the whole armor of God. Thursday, May 2nd at 7:30pm in the Rectory Lower Level. Join us for a prayerful Meetings are at 7:30 P.M. discussion of the 3 readings for the Real Men, Real lives, Real faith. upcoming Sunday with intercessory Website: www.motca.weebly.com. prayer. Healing Mass - 1st Saturday of the Lighthouse CDs month in the Church during the 8:30am Mass. Benediction - 1st Friday of the month in Church at 1 pm. Lent is here! Enrich your understanding and celebration of the Trying to Adopt? Easter season. The Lighthouse Catholic Media kiosk in the lobby has titles on the Stations of the Cross, For those of you trying to adopt a child, one of our parish- True meaning of Easter, Chaplet of Divine Mercy, The ioners adopted a baby through the following agency and Holy Spirit and many more. they had nothing but rave reviews about them. The agency Each CD is $4.00 or three for $10.00. They are not free. is: The Adoption Alliance. Contact the director, Staci, at The proceeds benefit the Parish and help bring new titles www.adoption-alliance.com or call 1-800-626-4324. from renowned Catholic speakers. Please Help! On January 22, 2019, New York State’s radical “Reproductive Health Act” was signed into law. This law permits the following: 1. Abortions for any reason up until birth. 2. Abortion procedures performed by healthcare practitioners other than medical doctors. 3. The withholding of life-sustaining treatment for babies who survive attempted abortions. 4. The decriminalization of the act of intentionally causing a woman to miscarry her child, for example, through physical abuse. What steps can you take? 1. Sign the online petition at Respectlife.drvc.org. On the lower right hand side under NY State Catholic Conference, click on "Sign the Petition to Repeal Abortion." Click read more. This will take you to Action Center. Click on Take Action tab. In bold you will see Sign the Petition to Repeal the Abortion Law. Click on that and sign name. 2.Send letters to Governor Cuomo and Senator Brooks. Lisa Hudson at 516-623-1400 Ext 108 has a form letter that you can use or as a guide to write your own letter.
3. Join the Respect Life Ministry at Curé of Ars. 4. Most importantly: Pray! Pray! Pray! Curé of Ars -15- April 7, 2019
News About the Movie “Unplanned” LOS ANGELES, CA – March 31, 2019 - The controversial abortion biopic UNPLANNED over-performed its pre-release projections to become the #5 movie at the box office this weekend. The film took in an estimated $6,110,000 or a cumulative per-screen average of $5,770 on only 1,059 locations across the country. The film received a rare A+ CinemaScore.
Industry projections underestimated the film’s performance, predicting $2 million to $3 million. Despite a widespread paid media blackout across mainstream and some faith-based outlets and a Saturday morning Twitter ban that was quickly lifted after online outrage, the film’s strong word-of-mouth propelled audiences to fill theaters across the country. Next week the film’s distributor plans to add an additional 600 screens for a count of 1,700 screens.
Partially financed by MyPillow executive Mike Lindell, the film is the true story of Abby Johnson, a former rising star in the Planned Parenthood corporation. As one of the youngest clinic directors in the nation, Johnson was involved in upward of 22,000 abortions and counseled countless women on their reproductive choices. Her passion surrounding a woman’s right to choose led her to become a spokesperson for Planned Parenthood, fighting to enact legislation for the cause she so deeply believed in, until the day she saw an ultrasound guided abortion that changed everything.
“We are very happy for the success of this film,” said Pure Flix president Michael Scott. “To bring the story of Abby Johnson to audiences and have them show up in such large numbers shows how the topic of abortion is so important to our nation. We hope that those on both sides of the pro-life and pro-choice debate will see Unplanned and begin to have a productive dialogue. This film can be that spark to bring more hearts and minds to understanding the value of life.”
The film made national news last year when its lead actress Ashley Bratcher revealed that it wasn’t until she was on set and filming that she learned that when her mother was pregnant with her, she nearly aborted her. Controversy has subsequently dogged the film, first when it earned an R rating from the MPAA, then when several television and radio networks refused to air commercials for the film and most recently on Saturday when Twitter suspended the film’s page only to reverse itself an hour later after fan outcry and media inquiries. Going into the weekend, trailer views for the film had reached 250K. By Saturday morning, after an evening of strong word-of-mouth, trailer views climbed to 1.7 million. The film has a 93% positive audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
“I am blown away by the public response to UNPLANNED as well as the box office numbers,” said Bratcher. “Not only is it beyond my wildest dreams, but it has surpassed the expectations of critics across the country. Despite biased critic reviews written more like op-eds, the audience has spoken. I just learned that Unplanned received a coveted A+ CinemaScore. While that is truly an honor, the most rewarding thing about this weekend’s opening is the flood of messages I’ve received from people experiencing healing and a change of heart.”
UNPLANNED was written and directed by Cary Solomon and Chuck Konzelman, the writers/co-producers of God’s Not Dead and God’s Not Dead 2, also distributed by Pure Flix Entertainment.
“We are thrilled, gratified and humbled,” noted Solomon and Konzelman. “We are so pleased that the American people have responded with such an enormous outpouring of support at the box office. It humbles us, and we look forward to seeing what happens in the weeks ahead.”
UNPLANNED stars Ashley Bratcher (WAR ROOM, 90 MINUTES IN HEAVEN) as Johnson; Brooks Ryan as her husband, Doug; Robia Scott (CSI, BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER) as Abby’s superior at Planned Parenthood; Emma Elle Roberts (HUNGER GAMES:MOCKING JAY, I AM NOT ASHAMED,) as Marilisa Carney, Kaiser Johnson (LITTLE BOY, VAMPIRE DIARIES, SLEEPY HOLLOW); and Jared Lotz (OF LITTLE CONVENIENCE, THANKSGIVING) as Shawn Carney. Curé of Ars -16- April 7, 2019
Weekly Reflection “Thou shalt not kill.” - God As Catholics, we are bound to Leaving old ways behind is not easy. Today’s uphold God’s natural law, de- readings remind us that breaking away from the past fending life “From the womb to is essential to obtaining eternal life with Jesus Christ. the tomb.” Therefore, please After the Pharisees and scribes accuse a woman of continue to pray for unborn life and for the mothers. committing adultery, Jesus provides them with the opportunity to examine their consciences and begin a new life centered on forgiveness. They choose to Accommodations for the Disabled walk away, silently rejecting this invitation. Curé of Ars provides these accommodations for It is the woman who gains freedom from her past. people with disabilities: space for wheelchairs, scooters, With her accusers gone, she is no longer bound by etc., seating for those accompanying them in the last pew their punishment. But her true freedom comes from in the right wing of the church, a ramp and automatic the forgiveness Jesus gives her. She is left alone with doors located at this side entrance for accessibility into the church, headsets for those who need hearing amplification, this man who gives her a new chance at life. Her large print missalettes, and an accessible restroom to the only instruction is to go on her way and not sin again. right of the lobby. Never sinning again is impossible, as we often repeat past mistakes. However, the Lord’s mercy is infinite and if we continue to seek forgiveness for our sins, the Lord grants it. In this way we can work on our transgressions, leaving them behind and entering into a Christ-centered life. This work is hard, but my keeping our hearts open, we can receive Jesus’ forgiveness as well as strength to begin anew.
Elizabeth Chesley-Jewell Living with Christ
Bereavement Ministry Ushers Urgently Needed! Bereavement Ministry Liturgical Ministers enhance the celebration of the The Journey of Hearts Bereavement Ministry is Liturgy. This is true of all Liturgical Ministers, and is very looking for men and women to serve as facilitators. true of the Usher Ministry. Ushers not only collect the Training will be provided by the diocese. Also offerings of the community and present them at the time needed are hosts and hostesses to serve refreshments of the offertory, they also welcome those who are gathering for the celebration and are indispensable for the once a week during each 7 week session. If you are orderly celebration of the Liturgy. If you are interested in interested, please call Anne Marie at 516-868-8475 or serving the Parish of Curé of Ars in this capacity, please Elly Arnost at 516-868-2585. complete the following and return it to the rectory.
Name ______Golden Wedding Anniversary Liturgy This spring, couples that have been I attend ______Mass married fifty years or more will be NOTE: You do not have to be assigned honored at a Mass on Sunday, May 5, to any particular Mass. You can be a “floater.” 2019 at the Church of St. Rose of Lima in Massapequa. Phone# ______Mass will begin at 2:30 pm. Registration forms and complete instructions can be obtained at the rectory. Address ______Registration must be received by the Office of Faith
Formation by April 15, 2019. If you have any Email ______questions you may call 516-678-5800, extension 506. Curé of Ars -17- April 7, 2019
Vianney Sunshine Club St. John Vianney & My Family’s Miracle Monthly Raffle Society By DL Fennema
Congratulations to the winners of our March 25 drawing: This is the story of God’s great Mercy and one woman’s faith journey. Upon returning from a family funeral in late MAR 2019 PRIZE # NAME March 2006; I found my husband lying on the couch President $250 247 Kent Eriksen looking weak and very grey. Very concerned, I rushed Vice- Pres $125 560 Bill Geasor him to the Mercy Medical Center ER. Hours later, after Secretary $75 133 Clare Earle many cardiac diagnostic tests, I was told by the doctor that Treasurer $75 29 M/M Bill O'Brien my husband was in complete heart failure. He had suffered many silent heart attacks that had damaged his heart Trustee $50 823 Michael Raia muscle beyond repair. The cardiologist told me my Trustee $50 1 Jean Marchant husband needed a heart transplant! Rich was transferred to Associate 3 mo ext 16 Anna Higgins North Shore University Hospital where his primary Associate 3 mo ext 25 Kathy/Barry Hicks cardiologist worked and had his full history and records.
We received renewals from 17 of 19 Upon being admitted to NSUH/Manhasset; Rich was members due for renewal in March. evaluated again with a barrage of cardiac tests. He was One former member reinstated, and given medication to help his disfunctioning heart to work a one member paid dues in advance. little better and make him more comfortable. I called close We had 152 members in the drawing, friends and family to come visit him because I really did one less last month. Thank you, not know what the outcome of this situation would be. I March renewing members. was very frightened.
The next drawing will take place on April 29, 2019. My Pastor, Fr Charles, had taught me by example how to draw closer to Jesus. I began my barrage of prayers to God Mothers’ Group and every saint I could think of. Hail Mary was always on the tip of my tongue. Our Holy Mother led me to ask for Come Join Merrick’s the intercession of St John Vianney. I prayed, I begged, I Best Kept Secret… angrily asked St. John for the help we disparately needed Join us, The Curé of Ars Mothers’ Group, for for my husband. The Friday night before Rich was to be coffee, snacks, prayers, fellowship, and discharged and put on a heart transplant list, I received a laughter. Our goal is to offer support to each call from his cardiologist. The doctor told me that he had other in a caring, relaxing, non-judgmental found enough healthy heart tissue (a thin strip) to perform environment. Feel free to stop by and see what we are all double heart bypass surgery the next day! about. We meet every Monday when school is in session - 10am to 11:30am in the Conference Room in the school The surgery was a success. We were told that after Rich’s building. We have experienced babysitters available to heart began to beat, that it was functioning much better watch toddlers in a safe and enjoyable playroom. Moms of than the doctors had expected. Do you believe in miracles? infants are encouraged to bring their infants to the meeting I DO! Three weeks later my husband was able to dance as well. All moms are welcome! with my oldest daughter at her Sweet Sixteen Party. GOD IS GOOD: ALL THE TIME! St. Monica’s Parent Intercessory Group Father Charles Mangano, after a pilgrimage to Ars, France This is a Parent Intercessory Group that made a request to the Bishop of Belley-Ars for the heart of prays for their children under the St John Vianney to be brought to Curé of Ars Parish in patronage of St. Monica who prayed for Merrick. On Wednesday, October 11, 2006, that request her son, St. Augustine, for 30 years. was fulfilled. Over 15,000 pilgrims venerated the incorrupt Augustine was lost in a life of self- heart. There were several miracles that occurred during indulgence and sin. Her prayers brought that time. him to God and the Church and helped to lead him to a life of holiness, priesthood and sainthood. Father Charles and Father Augustine led a Pilgrimage to She is a powerful intercessor for us in heaven. This group France in 2010. My entire family was blessed to be able to is for all parents, dads, moms, grandparents, etc. Their go on that trip. While in Ars, France, we were able to thank focus is praying for children. They meet the 2nd and 4th the Curé of Ars, St. John Vianney, properly and in person Thursdays of each month at 7:30pm in the Rectory Lower for his intercession on behalf of my husband’s heart. Praise Level. (Please use the side entrance.) God Almighty. And yes…I do believe in miracles! Curé of Ars -18- April 7, 2019
The Passion Play Catholics for Freedom of Religion Focus on Religious Freedom www.cffor.org
“Equality Act” Would Harm Religious Freedom This newly proposed bill in the House of Representatives amends the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to elevate sexual orientation and gender identity to protected Father Frank Caldwell, Pastor of Curé of Ars and Father classes in federal anti-discrimination law. The bill fails to Bill Koenig, the Rector of St. Agnes Cathedral, invite you provide essential religious liberty protections that to join them in a trip through the “Heart of Europe with the would allow a diverse group of institutions to continue Passion Play of Oberammergau.” Every ten years since to thrive. Also, the bill would limit the protections for 1633, the German town of Oberammergau has put on a day religious people and organizations from using the -long play depicting the last week of Christ’s Life. This Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA) as a defense Passion Play, with 2,000 actors, is like no other Passion against discrimination claims. “If the Equality Act passes, Play in the world. In addition to the play, this 12-day tour religiously affiliated schools, businesses, nonprofits and visits Berlin, Prague, Munich, and Lake Lucerne and others would have a harder time defending themselves in includes round-trip airfare, admission to the Passion Play court,” said Tim Schultz, president of 1st Amendment of Oberammergau, touring and a number of extras that are Partnership. explained in the brochure. “Whereas the original Civil Rights Act of 1964 furthered The dates of this trip are July 12 – 23, 2020 and the price is equality by ensuring that African-Americans had equal $4,299. Please contact Father Bill Koenig at 516-766-0205 access to public accommodations and material goods, the or [email protected]. A full brochure is at Equality Act would penalize everyday Americans for http://www.stagnescathedral.org/Announcements/ their beliefs about marriage and biological sex,” wrote Oberammergau.html. Monica Burke from the DeVos Center for Religion and
Please remember that tickets to the play are limited and Civil Society. “Similar sexual orientation and gender people are encouraged to reserve their spaces early to identity laws at the state and local level have already been assure themselves of a spot. After 2020 one will have to used... to penalize Americans who don't affirm new wait until 2030 for the next opportunity to attend the Play. sexual norms and gender ideology.” Bakers, florists, photographers, wedding venue owners, videographers and public servants such as firefighters and Donations Wanted chaplains, have been harassed and sued because of their religious beliefs in traditional marriage. Have you received a gift that you can't use? The same policies used to silence disagreement over Did you receive an item that you already have? marriage, can be used under the Equality Act to silence Do you have a present that you could give disagreement over the biological reality of sex. It would away? compel speech as recently happened to a Virginia high If you answered "YES" to any of the above questions, the school teacher who was fired because he wouldn't use Dominican Sisters of Amityville invite you to donate your masculine pronouns in referring to a female student who items for our Beauty of the Spirit Luncheon on Friday, identified as transgender. Although the teacher tried to June 28th 2019. Items will be used in our raffle baskets accommodate the student by avoiding pronouns and using and all proceeds from the event benefit the elderly and the student's preferred masculine name, this was deemed retired Sisters living in the Motherhouse. Last year, the insufficient by the school board. The Equality Act would event grossed over $114,000! increase the potential for conflicts like this. Federal and private employers could face costly lawsuits if they fail Unfortunately we are unable to accept donations of to implement preferred pronoun policies despite an clothing. Also, we ask that all items be in employee’s scientific or moral beliefs. brand NEW and unused condition. Items can be dropped off at the Motherhouse between 8am to 4pm, Monday- (congress.gov, house-bill/2282; desertnews.com, 3/13/19; Friday: 555 Albany Avenue, Amityville, NY, Attn: dailysignal.com, 3/14/19, 3/20/19; frc.org) Advancement Office. If you have any questions, please “The Constitutional Freedom of Religion is the most
call (631) 842-6000 Ext. 238. Thank you for your inalienable and sacred of all human rights.” support. Thomas Jefferson Curé of Ars -19- April 7, 2019
Fellowship Byzantine Catholic Conference Please join us for fellowship Who Byzantine Catholics Are, What They Believe, (coffee “and”) on Palm Sunday, and the Byzantine Liturgy - Please join us for a talk April 14th after the 7:30am Mass on the Byzantine Catholic Church given by Fr. Dom in the church vestibule and after Daniel of the Canons Regular of St Leopold. The talk the 9:30am Mass in the Msgr. will be at 10 am on Saturday, April 27 at St Rocco's Leonard Hall. This is a wonderful in Glen Cove and will be followed by Divine Liturgy time to get to know your fellow and light refreshments. All are welcome! parishioners. All are welcome! For Singles Free Book Talk at the Seminary Divorced or Separated Catholics of Long Island “Saint Edith Stein: including widows, widowers and singles A Life of Merciful Presence” A social organization for single persons Sunday April 28th, 2019 at 2 pm New Member Orientation Meeting Dr. Dianne Traflet, Seton Hall University Wednesday APRIL 24 at 7:30 PM professor and author of St. Edith Stein: A Spiritual Portrait, will explore the courageous ST. FRANCES de CHANTAL CHURCH and loving life of St. Theresa Benedicta of the Rectory Basement Cross through the lens of merciful presence. We will look 1309 Wantagh Ave. Wantagh at numerous powerful examples of how Edith “created ALL ARE WELCOME about her an atmosphere of heavenly life." Copies of Dr. Bring Proof of Single Status To Join Traflet’s book will be available for purchase. Annual Dues are $25 No admission charge or reservations necessary; Refreshments Following the Meeting refreshments will be served. For Further Information, Please Call: Library, Seminary of the Immaculate Conception CAROL – 516-794-4933 OR 440 West Neck Road, Huntington, NY 11743 FRAN– 516-889-5790 631-423-0483 x141 [email protected] Curé of Ars -20- April 7, 2019
Looking for a Miracle?
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Venerable Father Anthony Vincent Gallo Upcoming Workshops Diocesan Priest April / May 2019
Oblate of the Congregation of the RCIA Level II Priests of the Sacred Heart St. Joseph, Babylon
Bereavement Facilitator April 11, 25, May 2 and 9, 2019 Montfore Irpino: 11 January 1899 - 2 May 1934 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Training Level I For more information please visit: www.fathergallo.com. St. Bernard, Levittown Tuesdays, April 9, 16, 23, Ministry of Accompaniment and 30, 2019 Mercy Hospital, Rockville Centre If God is calling YOU or 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. April 24, May 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2019 someone you know to be a priest, call Or Our Lady of Grace, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 516-678-5800 X 214 West Babylon
OR send your name, age and Tuesdays, April 30, May 7, 14, and 21, 2019 Bereavement Facilitator telephone number to: 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Training Level I Or Our Lady of Grace, Father Joseph Fitzgerald, St. Mary R.C., East Islip West Babylon Vocations Director Saturday, May 11 and 18, 2019 Tuesdays, April 30, May 7, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 14, & 21, 2019 Diocese of Rockville Centre 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. P. O. Box 9023, Rockville Centre, NY 11571
Mikaela Tucker, a 16 year 7th Annual Women’s old Curé of Ars Conference Seminary of the parishioner, won the Level Immaculate Conception, II - 1st prize in Huntington Photography in the 2018- Saturday, April 13, 2019 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 19 Diocese of Rockville Centre Respect Life Youth Catechist Training for New Contest. The theme was and Nearly New Catechists RCIA Enrichment Day “Every Life Cherished, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary, Seminary of the Immaculate Roosevelt Conception, Huntington Chosen, Sent.” Her entry Tuesday, May 7, 14, 21 Sun, May 19, 2019 was titled, “Innocent and 28, 2019 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Lives.” 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Congratulations, Mikaela! Catholic Teachers In Public Catechist Training Level 2: Schools Communion Religious Education Breakfast HEALING MASS St. James, Setauket Seminary of the May 22, 29, June 5, 12, Immaculate Conception, Continuing The Marian Healing Ministry and 19, 2019 Huntington 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. of Fr. Dennis Kelleher CssR, Sunday, May 5, 2019 there will be a Healing Mass at The Church of St. Anastasia, Ministry of Consolation 45-14, 245 Northern Boulevard, Douglastonon Annual Afternoon of Prayer Tuesday, April 9, 2019. & Enrichment St. Rosalie, Hampton Bays 7:00PM—Rosary, Mass & Healing Service May 9, 2019 Celebrant: Fr. Augustine Fernando 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. assisted by Deacon Michael Vicinanza or Music: Tony Owen St. Raphael, East Meadow May 13, 2019 For more info contact St. Anastasia 718-631-4454. 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Come and experience the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, the presence, healing touch and power of our Lord Jesus For more information or to register online, Christ and the intercession of Mary the Mother of God please visit and our mother. www.drvc-faith.org Curé of Ars -21- April 7, 2019 Fr. Ed Sheridan’s Biography St. Hildegard Light of Hope Bishop Barres appointed Fr. Edward M. Light of Hope is a prayer group consecrated to Sheridan as the Vicar for Clergy St. Hildegard of Bingen through the Blessed Mother. Personnel effective November 1, 2018. Fr. St. Hildegard composed prayers specifically dedicated to Sheridan’s residence is at Saint Aidan’s healing and good health. This group offers fellowship and prayer for all those suffering physical illness and/or Parish in Williston Park. physical disability for themselves and/or loved ones. He was ordained to the transitional th Praying for the sick is a spiritual work of mercy. diaconate on December 8 , 2006 and All are welcome to join this intercessory prayer group assigned to Saint Mary’s Parish in Manhasset while which meets the first Sunday of each month at 12:30pm completing his studies at the Immaculate Conception in the Conference Room. Seminary in Huntington, NY, where he earned a Masters in Theology and a Masters in Divinity. Religion & Rock Fr. Sheridan was ordained a priest on June 9th, 2007 and assigned to the Church of Saint Catherine of Tune into “Religion and Rock” with Msgr. Jim Vlaun on Sienna in Franklin Square. While an associate, he was Sunday from 7:00-8:00 AM on WBAB 102.3 FM. Listen on Saturdays at 11:00 PM on Sirius Radio, Channel 159, appointed an Administrator during Msgr. Tom the Catholic Channel and at 11:00 PM on XM Satellite, Groenwald’s illness for 6 months in 2008. Channel 117. He was named pastor by Bishop Murphy in 2010 of The April 2019 remaining themes are: Saint Rosalie’s parish in Hampton Bays. Over these 14 Issues in Life 21 Triumph 28 Community years Father was the Dean of the Peconic Deanery and To listen online or receive more information regarding Vicar of the Eastern Vicariate until September of Religion and Rock go to www.ReligionandRock.com or at 2017. He completed the three year program, Spiritual “Religion & Rock” on ITUNES. Don’t forget to tune into Direction for Diocesan priests in 2107at Mundelein CATHOLIC FAITH NETWORK, Cablevision Channel Seminary in Chicago, while Pastor at Saint Rosalie’s. 29/137 or Verizon FIOS 296 or visit www.cfntv.org! He’s been the Chaplain for the AOH since 2010 as Pastor of St Rosalie’s and Chaplain of the Knights of Columbus. Help Wanted Named AOH man of the Year in 2013, Fr. Ed said: “I appreciate being part of the oldest Men’s Catholic Maria Regina Rectory in Seaford Organization and I thank all the Hibernians for the is in need of a cook on great witness to family and faith that you provide.” Monday thru Thursday evenings for four men. “Although I loved being pastor on the East End and Dinner is served at 5:30 pm. have come to consider Hampton Bays my home, I am This is salaried position! looking forward to assisting Bishop Barres in If you are interested, please call their business manager: Rob DeRose at 798-2415. ministering to the priests of our Diocese. I was happy to have been with the people of Saint Rosalie’s for some great 8½ years.” St. Gianna Mass for Women & Families The Diocese of RVC Celebrates Saint Gianna Feast Day at Attention All Parish Volunteers! Saint Agnes Cathedral on Saturday, April 27, at 5:00 pm For all volunteers of our parish who work in any Most Reverend John O. Barres, Bishop of RVC presiding. ministry, you are required to take a VIRTUS Part of the liturgy will include a blessing in thanksgiving session about protecting God’s children. If you are for those celebrating, hoping for and expecting the gift of a child. unsure as to whether you are in compliance, please 6:00 pm Reception at the Pastoral Center contact Tricia at 516-623-1400 Ext 116 or Speaker-Dr. Anne Nolte, [email protected]. Sessions are held Co-Founder. National Gianna Center throughout the diocese. For more info: Respect Life Office (respectlife.drvc.org) Phone: 516-678-5800 Ext 381, and 626 Registration is required at www.virtus.org. 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