St. Louis De Montfort R. C. Church 75 New York Avenue Sound Beach, NY 11789

St. Louis de Montfort R. C. Church 75 New York Avenue Sound Beach, NY 11789

March 24, 2019 3rd Sunday of Lent

Parish Mission Statement: Our Sacramental Life:

To proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ’s love through We celebrate the Eucharist: our active involvement as a parish family in works of Saturday Vigil Mass at 5 pm. Charity, Faith, Worship, Justice and Mercy. ALL ARE Sundays at 7:30 am, 9:00 am (Family Mass), WELCOME! No matter what your present status is in the 10:30 am and 12 noon. Catholic Church. No matter your family situation. No Weekday Mass: Monday-Friday at 8:30AM in the Chapel. matter your practice of faith. No matter your personal Holy Days: as announced. history, age or background. YOU are invited, respected and loved at St. Louis de Montfort. We celebrate Baptism: On most Sundays at 1:30 pm. Please call the Parish Office to arrange an appointment for an interview. A pre-baptismal meet- Pastoral Staff: ing for parents and godparents, held on the first Monday of the Rev. Msgr. Christopher J. Heller, Pastor month at 8:00 pm in the Chapel, is required. Godparents must Rev. Lennard Sabio, Associate Pastor be confirmed, practicing Catholics. Rev. Msgr. Donald Hanson, In Residence Rev. Francis Pizzarelli, S.M.M., Parish Assistant We celebrate Confirmation: Rev. Henry Vas, Parish Assistant The Bishop presides at this sacrament each year, usually during Mr. Joseph T. Bartolotto, Deacon the month of May. For information and preparation require- Mr. Gary F. Swane, Deacon ments, please call the Religious Education Office, Mr. Robert M. Mullane, Deacon Ms. Virginia Blass, Rel. Ed. Director We celebrate Reconciliation: Mrs. Maegan Ricci, Rel. Ed. Secretary Confessions are heard from 4 to 4:45 pm on Saturday; or by appointment with any of our priests. Mrs. Claudette M. Kosciuk, Music Director

Mrs. Hope Finamore, Outreach Director We celebrate Marriage: Mrs. Susan Walsh, Preschool Director Marriages should be arranged at least six months in advance. Mrs. Elizabeth Teixeira, Youth and Young Adult Participation in Pre-Cana is essential. Please call the Parish Ministry Office to schedule an appointment with one of the priests or Mr. Andrew J. White, Business Manager deacons before making catering arrangements. Weddings are celebrated at 11:30 am, 1:00 pm and 2:30 pm on Saturday; and Support Staff: 3:00pm and 4:30 pm on Sunday. Nuptial Masses on Saturday Mrs. Regina M. Dolson, Parish Secretary only.

Mrs. Patricia J. Murray, Financial Administrator We celebrate the Anointing of the Sick: Mrs. Chris Harrison, Sacristan For parishioners who are seriously ill or who are planning to Mr. Brian M. Gamard, Custodian enter the hospital for elective surgery, please call the Parish Office to arrange for a priest to administer this sacrament for the Parish Trustees: sick. All of our local hospitals are served by specially assigned Mr. John C. Gallagher Catholic priest chaplains. Mr. George J. McBride We celebrate Holy Orders: “Let us love one another Any gentleman interested in exploring the question of vocation As Jesus has loved us.” to the priesthood or the permanent diaconate should contact one of the parish priests or deacons. We will also be happy to direct persons interested in living their lives as Religious Sisters or Brothers.

DIRECTORY PARISH WEBSITE: www.stlouisdm.org PARISH Office: 631-744-8566; FAX: 631-744-8611 MUSIC Office: 631-744-9396; FAX: 631-821-6089. Office Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM Wednesday: 9 AM - 8 PM. Parish OUTREACH Office: Friday: 9 AM - 4 PM. (Please enter through Rel. Ed. Office, in the lower church) Saturday: 9 AM - 1 PM. 631-209-0325; FAX: 631-821-6089. Office Hours: Monday to Thursday, 10 AM - 1 PM. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Office: CLOSED FRIDAY. (in the “Msgr. John A. McGuire Parish Center”) 631-744-9515; FAX: 631-821-6089. Parish LIBRARY: Monday - Thursday 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM Office Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM CLOSED FRIDAY. Our Lady of Wisdom Regional School: 631-473-1211; FAX: 631-473-1066. PRESCHOOL: 744-9515, ext. 500. 114-116 Myrtle Avenue, Port Jefferson, NY. Monday - Friday 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Mr. John W. Piropato, Principal Mrs. Susan Walsh, Coordinator.

Small Christian Communities: 631-744-0289.

St. Louis de Montfort Church Mailing address for the PARISH Office and Rectory: “75 New York Avenue, Sound Beach, NY 11789”

Mailing address for RELIGIOUS EDUCATION, OUTREACH, and MUSIC Offices: “P.O. Box 626, Sound Beach, NY 11789”

New parishioners are requested to register at the Parish Office. Please stop by to fill out a registration form. We are happy to welcome you! Also, if your are moving, please notify the Parish Office.

MASSES FOR THE WEEK Saturday, March 23rd to Sunday, March 31, 2019

SATURDAY, MARCH 23 5:00 PM John J. Sweeney THURSDAY, MARCH 28 Wayne Mammina 8:30 AM Harold & Virginia Carrick Maria C. Vargas Int. of Peggy & Jim Carrick

SUNDAY, MARCH 24 FRIDAY, MARCH 29 7:30 AM Kevin O’Connell 8:30 AM Robert Baunbach 9:00 AM Antonio, Anita & Anna Bongiovanni Gregory Takacs Wayne Mammina 10:30 AM Stan Czwartacki SATURDAY, MARCH 30 12:00 PM Parishioner of St. Louis de Montfort 5:00 PM Albert Vineiros (1st Anniversary) Louis Castiglia MONDAY, MARCH 25 Robert Nau 8:30 AM Michael Stephens Frank Timmons SUNDAY, MARCH 31 7:30 AM Sammy Shepard TUESDAY, MARCH 26 9:00 AM Katherine Mammina & 8:30 AM Americo Milo Ludovico Mammina Frank Timmons 10:30 AM Leonardo Herrera 12:00 PM Parishioners of St. Louis de Montfort WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27 8:30 AM Raymond Krisa

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The next Baptism Preparation April This week’s Bread & Wine 1st, at 8:00 PM, in the Chapel. If you And Our Altar Candles are donated are planning a Baptism in the near future, please contact the Parish Office In Loving Memory of at 744-8566 to set up an appointment with one of the clergy. Peter E. Reilly

Rosary: The Rosary is prayed after the 8:30 AM Requested by, Mass each weekday. We invite all who attend to Your loving wife, Gay Kinzer-Reilly stay and pray with us.

Third Sunday of Lent March 24, 2019 The LORD secures justice and the rights of all the oppressed. — Psalm 103:6 Eucharistic Ministers Team Schedule

Mar. 30/31 Team 2 April 6/7 Team 3 April 13/14 Team 4 April 20/21 Team 5 April 27/28 Team 1 May 4/5 Team 2

The 2020 Mass Book is Now Open for Mass Requests. Please visit the Parish Office. Pray for the Sick Kathy Olkowski, Lily Seward, Anne & Al Ferraro, Allison Hall, Diana Tedesco, Maria Scigliano, Tom Newham, Diana Murray, Miles Bender, Patricia McBride, Susan Pantozzi, Joseph Daly, Catherine Risorto, Stan Ladinsky, Jack & Cecilia Schneyer, THIS WEEK’S READINGS Allison Itterly, Sandy Frey, Billy Leahy, Jr., Francis Schaefer, Kenneth Seidel, Janeen Mon., March 25: Isaiah7:10-14, 8:10; Hebrews 10:4-10; Rosado, Janet Kanowsky, Sharon Markman, Luke 1:26-38 Tony Manne and Marie Charles. Tues, March 26: Daniel 3:25, 34-43; Matthew 18:21-35 Wed., March 27: Deuteronomy 4:1, 5-9; Please Pray for the Deceased Matthew 5:17-19 Thurs., March 28: Jeremiah 7:23-28; Luke 11:14-23 Pastor Emeritus, Fr. Charles E. Papa, Fri., March 29: Hosea 14:2-10; Mark 12:28-34 Jerry Galgano, Sat., March 30: Hosea 6:1-6; Luke 18:9-14 Marie Kleinpeter, Virginia Santoro, Sunday, March 31: 4th Sunday of Lent Mary Elizabeth Hope Joshua 5:9a, 10-12; 2 Corinthians 5:17-21; and John S. Zawasky Luke 15:1-3, 11-32

Dear Catechist,

This year the Parish Outreach is hoping to make up Easter baskets for each of our outreach children and we need your help. Each student is asked to bring in the item that is assigned to your class by Sunday, April 14th. Our goal is to give each child up to 18 a sweet treat, along with the family basket of food. Your support and generosity is greatly appreciated.

GRADE LEVEL: ITEM: KINDERGARTEN EASTER COLORING BOOKS 1ST GRADE MARSHMALLOW BUNNIES 2ND GRADE LOLLIPOPS 3RD GRADE JELLY BEANS 4TH GRADE INDIVIDUAL WRAPPED CHOCOLATE EGGS 5TH GRADE LARGE CHOCOLATE BUNNIES 6TH GRADE MEDIUM CHOCOLATE BUNNIES 7TH GRADE MARSHMALLOW PEEPS 8TH GRADE INDIVIDUAL WRAPPED CANDIES

MAY GOD BLESS YOU ON YOUR LENTEN JOURNEY TOWARDS EASTER RESURRECTION.

THANK YOU, Mrs. Hope Finamore

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Memorial Brick Walk Our Financial Stewardship “Celebrate a Lifetime” It is everything we do after we say we believe

We are pleased to offer the opportunity to Weekly Financial Report purchase a brick to be placed in our new Memorial 03/17/2019 Collection: $ 10,967.60 Walkway leading to the Mary Statue. Faith Direct: $ 1,972.08 Thanks to our own parishioner, Mr. John Total Collection: $ 12,939.68 Bianco who donated the labor and materials to build the new walkway we are able to offer all parishioner the opportunity to purchase a brick and have it Propagation of Faith Total $ 2,867.00 personally engraved. There are three sizes of brick to choose from and you select your own personal inscription to celebrate an anniversary or remember a loved 2019 Catholic Ministries Appeal one living or deceased. St Louis de Montfort Church To purchase a Brick, complete the enrollment Our CMA Appeal is off to a strong start! We form in the back page of the bulletin. If you have have already received 215 gifts for a total pledged any questions, call Andy White, our Business of $50,520.50.

Our Goal is to reach $92,900. Last year, we exceeded the goal and received a rebate of over $24,000.

Please use the mailing sent to your home or pick up a brochure at Church and make your gift soon. Once we exceed the goal we receive 80% for MEMORIALS parish use. We invite all parishioners to take the opportunity to make an offering for (1) the bread and wine; and (2) the altar candles used at the weekend Masses. The donation for each will be twenty- five dollars. Names of the donors and intentions will be printed in Faith Direct Update the Sunday Bulletin., For example: Special Thanks to the families who make their regular This week’s bread and wine are donated offertory contributions using Faith Direct. In memory (honor) of

JOHN SMITH Requested by Faith Direct contributions of March (5 weeks): Harold and Virginia Lee Total Faith Direct for February:$ 9,860.40

Stop by at the Parish Office to make arrangements. Check should be made out to: “St. Louis de Montfort Church.”

The Commemorative Gift Program remains opened. If you wish to dedicate a hymnal, please contact Claudette Kosciuk at the Music Office: 744-9396, ext. 401. Faith Direct enables you to give electronically by using your credit or debit card. Consider enrolling in FORMED.org is a online resource with a lot of different eGiving through Faith Direct to make sure that your Catholic programs, movies, books, and talks, designed to be accessible anywhere at anytime (on smartphones, tablets and gift can reach our beloved Parish of St. Louis de computers). This tool is open to ALL parishioners in the Montfort even when you cannot. Pick up an enroll- Four Parishes. All you have to do is sign-up and you'll be ment form at the parish office or Visit equipped to learn, experience, or even teach your Catholic faith www.faithdirect.net and use our church code: NY314. in ways like never before. Start a group or a bible study, and Thank you for your continued support of our parish watch any number of catechetical videos provided through this family! website. It's that easy. It's all there. And it's all free. Sign-up God Bless You and all those you love! today! Our Parish Code is: X6F GP8 Fr. Chris Heller

2 Lent C 19 – Second Sunday of Lent – Luke 9: 28b-36

Today, I want to lead us all through a guided meditation format used by St. Ignatius Loyola, with a Gospel-focused design that draws us more deeply into the joy of Christ’s love for God & all.. So, I invite you to clear your laps, place your hands unfolded comfortably in your laps, sit up straight; if your feet can touch the floor, put them there. We’ll take a few breaths in, and out…and keep going…

Let’s enter our meditation. U R walking UP the mountain, 2pray with Jesus & Peter, James & John. As U climb toward the mountaintop, U feel your legs getting tired. You pause & breathe easy: in/out. U realize Jesus is lifting YOU up on high, to fill YOU with the fullness of God’s love/strength. Yes: Jesus came to LIFT UP all those beaten down by life, those who have had repeated tragedies, those whose self-esteem has been flattened by others, those who can’t take of their families/friends. Take a moment to thank Jesus for lifting U up on high, to unite you with God our Loving Creator [p]. U reach the level ground at the mountain top. You feel the wind, in your hair & all around you. & as you stand next 2Jesus, who lifts his hands in prayer, & you see his face change: he is bright white.

You can see that Jesus is glowing from the inside out: he’s shining so bright you can hardly stand it. You SEE Jesus is GOD’S SON, & the light that lights up His face is GOD’S divine light from within. As Jesus looks at you, HE knows that YOU KNOW what He said was true: Jesus IS the face of God. Take a moment: tell Jesus you believe in Him: tell him He’s your shepherd & savior & redeemer: tell him you want to follow him in every way; you want to imitate his love for others. [pause]

Peter says out loud what other people might be feeling: we want to stay here on this mountain top. . We know this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, like our best vacation, retreat, or spiritual event. We wish today could last forever. We remember how it felt to leave those good experiences behind. And then, God’s loud & clear voice comes from the heavens, the One reminding us to listen to Jesus, We all become silent again. Each of us has things we’ve heard Jesus say, but haven’t put into practice. Now is the time to show our God we DO listen to Jesus, and we DO hear what he says. So in silence: Be a Promise Keeper: Tell Jesus the name of one person you’ll pray for in this coming week. [pause] And now, tell Jesus one sin/fault/bad attitude you will work on to be rid of this week. [pause]

As we finish praying, Jesus is there, alone with us. God’s powerful light in HIM has gone inside Him. . We’re still amazed that we’ve seen what we saw today: the glory of God shining in Jesus. We start to understand that Jesus wasn’t just showing us HIS future: he was showing us OUR future, the SAME glory that Jesus promises for us after we experience His complete Freedom and Inner Joy. And that FUTURE is NOT NOW: it’s NOT up here on the mountain, it’s not with tents and booths. Jesus has MORE work to do: to live, to teach, pray, preach, and 2go to Jerusalem 2 face his enemies..

As we conclude our meditation: we feel good that we’ve spoken to Jesus during our prayer time today. We’ve told Jesus what we’re going to do this week, & asked him for the strength to be faithful to God. We feel our feet press against the floor; our body relaxes; we slowly open our eyes & adjust 2the light. We know that just as Jesus’ face was changed, he calls us to be changed, to be different from others, to be more loving to others, especially to those that are on the margins of society and of our lives. We know we can depend on Jesus, because Jesus is always with us, the guardian that never sleeps.

JANE MARIE GUIDO OUTREACH At St. Louis de Montfort RCC 631-209-0325 E-mail Outreach Coordinator: [email protected] This spring, couples that have been married fifty OUTREACH HOURS: years or more will be honored at a special Mass on: Sunday, May 5, 2019 at the Church of MONDAY-THRUSDAY 10 AM TO 1 PM. St. Rose of Lima in Massapequa NO EVENING HOURS Mass will begin at 2:30 pm. New clients please call for appointment. Registration forms and complete instructions can be obtained in our Parish Office here at St. Louis de Montfort. Registration must be received by the Office of Faith Formation by April 15, 2019. If you have any questions, you may call 516-678- 5800, x 506.

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS NEEDED TO BRING FOOD PANTRY NEEDS THE EUCHARIST TO THE HOMEBOUND.  If there is anyone who is available during our outreach If you are a Eucharistic Minister and hours and would like to donate ½ gallons of milk or 1 are interested in this very important ministry, please call dozen cartons of eggs our client refrigerator could use that. Please check to be sure that the expiration date of the Millie Bartolotto at 474-9299. donated food is in the future. Eating expired food can cause harm to people. BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP  We also could use non-food items such as toothpaste, toilet AT ST. LOUIS DE MONTFORT paper & paper towels. As of today our closets have boxed Journeying Through Grief

& canned items of food. Our Bereavement Team can assist in bringing you  Please ignore any information you find on social media, as healing and comfort following the death of a loved one. well as the neighborhood rumors. Please continue to read this section of our weekly bulletins, for the current needs of We offer one-on-one sessions throughout the year Outreach. Our office will accurately inform you of what is and plan group support sessions in the Spring and Fall. in need. In these sessions we journey together as a small community.  We always appreciate your love and generous support Help is available through the compassion and caring of others. through the year to our families in need. Please call Deacon Gary Swane at 516-241-6520 for further information and/or to register. All information is confidential.

LOOK FOR “OPERATION BUNNY” TO HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS: START NEXT WEEK! L.I. Women’s Coalition: 666-8833 Please No Clothing Donations at this time. Victims Information Bureau of Suffolk: 360-3606  Our outreach closet is being transformed.. Please at this Child Abuse: 439-0480 time we are NOT accepting any clothing. We do not have Brighter Tomorrow: 395-1800 any space to take any items. Space is very limited! The Retreat (Hotline for Domestic Violence): 329-2200  There are St. Vincent de Paul bins in the south parking lot Birthright: 821-9727 for clothing or if you prefer, St. Gerard’s or St. Anthony’s Seabury Barn: 331-8817 collects donations as well. Catholic Charities (Food Stamp Info): 789-9546  We do not take household items, baby items or any type of Fidelis (Family Health Plus): 1-888-343-3547 furniture at all. We do not have a space for these items. Contact Good Shepherd Hospice: 376-3758 Any client we have that needs these items, St. Gerard’s Hope House Ministries 473-6030 GIVES to our client's. Alcoholics Anonymous 24-Hour Hotline 669-1124 Suicide Prevention 1-800-SUICIDE Thank you and may you always feel God’s Blessings, Women’s Help Line 698-2074 Mrs. Hope Finamore Narcotics Anonymous 689-6262

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Upcoming week in the Music Department:

Children’s Choir: Monday, Mar. 25 – NO REHEARSAL – Sunday, March 31 – The Children’s Choir is not assigned to sing today

Youth Choir: Monday, Mar.25 NO REHEARSAL Sunday, March 31 – The Youth Choir is not assigned to sing today

Adult Choir: Tuesday, Mar.26 – NO Rehearsal tonight. Fr. Jerry DiSpigno is the Guest Speaker at 7PM in the Church for the 2nd Lenten Talk. All are invited to attend.

Wednesday, March 27 – Rehearsal – 7:30 to 9PM Sunday, March 31 – The Adult Choir will sing at the 10:30am Mass.

HYMNS FOR THE 4TH SUNDAY OF LENT (LAETARE SUN- DAY) March 31 –READINGS #914 Readings from Cycle (A) #912 will be used at the 9am Mass Gathering: “Amazing Grace” (JS #513) Presentation: “Softly and Tenderly” (JS #557) Communion: “Our Father We Have Wandered” (JS #554) Meditation: “O Christe Domine Jesu” (10:30am) Closing: “Somebody’s Knocking At Your Door” (JS #388)

Sunday, March 31 is the 4th Sunday of Lent., the Second Scrutiny Sunday for our RCIA Candidates. We will be using the Cycle (A) Readings at the 9am Mass as those readings are especially designed for our Candidates who will receive the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and the Eucharist at the Easter Vigil. Let us give them the support of our prayers as they continue on their journey.

During Lent, Stations of the Cross are prayed every Friday at 6:30PM followed by Soup or Spaghetti supper.

Come! Join Us.

WE EDUCATE IN OUR CATHOLIC FAITH RELIGIOUS EDUCATION INFORMATION PAGE *FOR ALL SEVENTH GRADE STUDENTS: *There is a tradition in St. Louis is for the 7th Grade students to participate in the Good Friday Service with the Living Stations of the Cross. I would like to introduce to you Lori Solano. She has graciously agreed to coordinate this evening with all the 7th graders. Her contact information is: 631.793.7877 [email protected] OUR PRESCHOOL NEWS: Please reach out to Lori Solano this week to become involved in the Good Friday Living Stations of the Cross. Have any questions about our 3 Rehearsals for Stations will take place in the Church on April 2nd at 7:45-8:30, April 10th at 7pm-8:30 and April 16th 6:30-7:30. program? Want to schedule a visit? Please give a call! We’d love to *FOR ALL CONFIRMATION STUDENTS: meet you! If you have not been measured for a robe and/or paid your fee for Con- firmation, please call the Religious Education office immediately. The order for Robes will be mailed in by Thursday, March 7th.We are also Registration for September 2019 is in the process of calling any 8th grade student and family if he/she has not as yet completed all necessary requirements for the reception of the still ongoing! Students will be placed sacrament of Confirmation. in the order that applications are Confirmation Retreat April 3rd or April 4th from 7-9pm in lower received. Notification of acceptance church. You have already been assigned to one of those retreat evenings. Interviews: All interviews will take place during the week of will be mailed out the week of March 25-28th from 3:30pm – 6: pm in the Upper Church. Parents are February 24th. asked to wait in the lower church during the duration of the interviews. Schedule for Confirmation Interviews:  Family Program: Monday, March 25th The Pre-School is located in the Msgr.  Amaitis/Barthes/Behringer: Monday, March 25th McGuire Parish Center, next to the Chapel.  Curtin/Frampton/Frychek: Tuesday, March 26th  Hutchinson/Luise/Pirato: Tuesday, March 26th We offer a Three-Year-Old Program  Rice/Russo/Doherty/Sofia/ Wednesday, March 27th on Tuesdays & Thursdays and a  Stahman/Stubba/Tarsis/Steele: Wednesday, March 27th Four-Year-Old Program on Mondays,  Hoffman/Travers/Hart: Thursday, March 28th, make up time REMINDER: CONFIRMATION RETREAT ON APRIL 3RD OR Wednesdays & Fridays. 4TH, AS ASSIGNED. 7- 9:00 PM. LOWER CHURCH. There are two sessions each day. The morning session is from 9:30 until *FIRST HOLY COMMUNION PRACTICE SESSIONS IN UPPER CHURCH— Dates as follows: REVISED (3/11/19) 12 Noon. The afternoon session is from *There are two opportunities to meet later from 7:00-8:00 pm only if un- 1:00 until 3:30. able to attend the 4:45 pm times. Please let teachers know which session you will attend. Thank you. For those attending the Saturday, April 27th at 5pm Communion date, Children should be 3 years old by Dec.1, th practice will be Monday, April 8 from 4:45-5:45pm 2019 if registering for the 3-Year-Old *For those attending the Sunday, April 28th at 9:00am, Communion date, practice will be Tuesday, April 9th from 7-8:00 pm Program & 4 years old by Dec. 1, 2019 if For those attending the Sunday, April 28th Communion date at 12 registering for the 4-year-old Program. noon, practice will be on Thursday, April 11th from 4:45-5:45 *For those attending Saturday, May 11th at 5pm Communion date, practice will be on Wednesday, May 1st at 4:45-5:45 or at 7:00-8:00 pm You may contact the Pre-School by calling For those attending the Saturday, May 18th at 5 pm Communion date, practice will be on Tuesday, May 7th from 4:45- 5:45 pm Susan Walsh at 744-9515 ext. 500. For those attending the Sunday, May 19th at 9:00 am Communion date, practice will be on Wednesday, May 8th from 4:45-5:45 pm. For those attending the Sunday, May 19th Communion date at 12 noon, practice will be on Tuesday, May 14th from 4:45- 5:45 pm

*SECOND GRADE COMMUNION MEETING: Two meetings available: Tuesday, March 26th or Wednesday, March 27th Beginning at 7:15 PM—Religious Education Building in Parish Hall The meeting is for both teacher and parents. Parents will receive their child’s Communion banner and Communion fee of $65.00 will be In the event of inclement weather, we will follow the deci- collected at that time. sion of Miller Place School District of closing, delay or *FAMILY PROGRAM: You will receive an updated schedule of the cancellation of after school activities. remaining classes/gatherings for this year or you may visit our Be Safe & Keep Warm this Winter! Parish website: https://www.stlouisdm.org

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Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA):

For adults who are seeking to receive one or more of the Sacraments of Initia- tion (Baptism, Confirmation and/or Eucharist) or who wish to become Catholic. We meet to share the teachings of the Catholic Church and to prepare adults to receive one or more of the Sacraments of Initiation. BIBLE STUDY - Gospel of Matthew: Join us on We will be meeting on Tuesday evenings the last Thursday of the month as we study and pray 7 to 8:30PM in classroom # 2 on April 2nd and April the Gospel of Matthew. Next meeting is March 16th. 28th, in the Msgr. John A. McGuire Parish Center.

Prayer Group: The Ladies Prayer Group meets THE ROUNDTABLE every Tuesday at 10:00AM in Classroom #3. Please AN ADULT DISCUSSION GROUP: come join us! Looking for a place to discuss current issues in the Church with other informed and committed Catholics? Small Christian Communities: Looking for a place to expand your knowledge of the You are cordially invited to come and share the Spirit Church? of Christ! Join a Small Christian Community here at If so, the ROUNDTABLE is for you! St. Louis de Montfort. What is a Small Christian We offer conversation, video courses, and Bible study Community? We are members of the parish family who on Thursday mornings from 10-11:30am in the Msgr. gather together in small groups to reflect on how the Spirit John A. McGuire Parish Center. of Christ is working in our lives. We reach out to others in Please check back next week for that same Spirit. There are currently several groups meet- Upcoming events! ing at various dates, times and locations within our parish community. Join us. “Remain in Him and He in us!” Please call Deacon Robert Mullane at 631-744-0289. WECOMING COMMITTEE Do you have the gift of a pleasant smile and cheerful Sunday, March 31, 2019 - LISTEN TO GOD’S HEART voice? Then why not join us in welcoming new 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Retreat Center, 1:00 p.m. arrivals and refreshments parishioners to our family of faith at St. Louis de Reground, Reshape, Redirect. This time of meditation, music, centering prayer and guided imagery with gentle life refocusing questions and sharing will lead Montfort Parish. We would like people of all ages to us to a quiet healing place where we can find answers and the voice of God help us in our efforts to embrace our new friends. If leading us on. Presenter: Paul Alexander, LCSW interested, please call the Parish Office at 744-8566. Offering: $35 per session - $20 deposit required. April 5-7, 2019 -“PUT OUT INTO THE DEEP”(Luke 5:4 ASV) Jesus invited his first disciples on an adventure that began with these words, “Put out into the deep.” It was a portentous invitation whose meaning would only reveal itself over time. This retreat invites us to hear these words anew and to ponder their deeper meaning. In silence and solitude, we will have the opportunity for personal prayer in order to listen to the voice of Jesus who invites us into a deeper and more intimate friendship and to examine our desire and will- ingness to respond to him wherever it might lead us. Presenter: Fr. Frank Kaminski, S.J. Offering: $250 - No Sun. lunch. Commuters: $195 -$50 deposit required. Call Ronkonkoma Cenacle at 631-588-8366

Did you know? Did you know that you can see our own Fr. Chris on TV? Several times a week, he’s on Telecare, the Diocesan television station (for cable viewer it’s Channel 29). The show is called The Word, and it features a reading of the coming Sunday’s Gospel and a reflection on it. Fr. Chris introduces each of these, to prepare viewers by offering a brief commentary. Here’s the current schedule: Wednesday at 7:00 pm; Thursday at 8:00 pm, Friday at 7:00 pm, Saturday at 10:15 am, 12:45 pm, and 7:00pm., & Sunday 10:45 am. Happy Viewing! Thank you!

The Outcomes of the Clergy Sex Summit Held by Pope Francis with Worldwide Bishop Leaders: A Summary from Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio of the Diocese of Brooklyn

My dear brothers and sisters in the Lord, The recent meeting held by the Holy Father, Pope Francis, on the Protection of Minors in the Church, commonly known as the sex abuse summit, has not received very favorable coverage in the press. Therefore, I will attempt to explain what actually was accom- plished at the meeting and how our own efforts here in the United States... have already implemented much of what was suggested at the Summit... the Holy Father personally an- nunciated 21 items that he believes would be important in combating sexual abuse of all kinds around the world. These points were formulated by the various commissions and episcopal conferences that the Holy Father consulted with, before the meeting in Rome. I wish to concentrate by explaining the Holy Father’s 21 points. They have been summarized in eight general categories which make the 21 points a bit easier to comprehend. They are:

“A ‘change of mentality’ to focus on protecting children rather than ‘protecting the institution.’”

“A recognition of the ‘impeccable seriousness’ of these ‘sins and crimes of consecrated persons.’”

“A genuine purification beginning with ‘self-accusation.’”

“Positive formation of candidates for the priesthood in the virtue of Chastity”

“Strengthening and reviewing of guidelines by episcopal conferences, reaffirming the need for ‘rules’”

“The accompaniment of those who have been abused with an empha- sis on listening.”

“Ensure that seminarians and clergy are not enslaved to an addiction to pornography”

“Combat sexual tourism around the world” and also trafficking of minors for the purpose of sexual abuse”

Bishop DiMarzio concludes his summary this way:

“Abuse is not a problem only of the perpetrators. It is a chal- lenge to the whole Church and we must become a community aware and astute in changing the culture that allows abuse to occur. We must take every opportunity we can, especially during Lent, to pray and fast in solidarity with the whole Church as we undergo conversion and find new ways to renew our com- mitment to protecting God’s children.

Lent is an opportunity for us to put out into the deep waters of reflection as a Church and as individuals, so that as Easter comes we will be stronger in our faith and support those whose faith has been challenged. For those whose faith has been weak- ened by this scandal, we must address the obstacles to the practice of faith that some of the faithful have experienced.” Taken from The Brooklyn Tablet, dated March 13, 2019.

Please also see the information posted on our own Diocesan Website, at www.drvc.org. Father Chris

EVENTS IN OUR MINISTRIES & IN OUR COMMUNITIES

Young Adult Ministry Lenten Series March 14 – PBJ Gang – 7:30 PM Entering into Christ’s Passion: March 16 – Midnight Run with St. Brigid Parish (Grades 9 – 12) A reflection on the Gospel of Luke March 22 – Pasta Dinner and Stations - 7PM Help greet, serve & clean up Thursday, March 14th – 8 PM March 29 – *FREE* Ike Ndolo Concert – st St. Patrick, Smithtown Thursday, March 21 – 8 PM March 30 – Long Island Catholic Youth Day – th Thursday March 28 – 8 PM St. Anthony’s H.S. (Pre-registration required.) Wednesday, April 10th – 8 PM th Need additional information or in need of service hours? Thursday, April 25 – 8 PM E-mail [email protected] for more information or to learn about the opportunities available. Thank you. 2019 Lenten Soup/Pasta Schedule for Religious Ed Classes and Stewardship Ministries We have two weekly Stations of the Cross and Soup/Pasta Suppers remaining. The members of our Stewardship Committee will prepare the sauce to be served. The ministry scheduled will be asked to bring 1lb. of parboiled pasta, bread or a salad with dressing. The food can be dropped off on the assigned day between 5:30-6:30 pm at the kitchen area. See schedule and recipes below:

MARCH 28 – SOUP NIGHT EUCARISTIC MINISTERS (SOUP) APRIL 5 - PASTA NIGHT OUTREACH (PASTA) BAPTISM (SALAD) STEWARDSHIP (SALAD) 5TH GRADERS (BREAD) CYO (BREAD)

We encourage all of our ministries to stay and attend the Stations and join us for dinner afterwards. There will be a free will donation to support our outreach program. Thank you for your support and participation. God Bless, Jacquelyn Junda, Stewardship Committee.

RUSSIAN POTATO SOUP MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER INGREDENTS INGREDIENTS 3 tbsp melted butter 2 cups of water (enough to cover) ¼ c butter or margarine 1 cup of water 4 medium onions finely chopped 2 bay leaves ¼ c minced onion 28 oz. can tomatoes 4 celery stalks chopped ½ tsp. basil 1 lb. potatoes peeled and diced 2 tsp. salt 2 can (7oz. each) minced clams 1 tsp salt 2 carrots grated 4 to 6 cups vegetable broth Reserve juice 1/8 tsp. pepper 4 cloves garlic ¼ tsp. Worcestershire sauce 2 cups raw potatoes ¼ tsp. Thyme ¼ tsp. paprika 1/3 cup chopped celery 2 tbsp minced parsley

In a saucepan sauté the onions celery potatoes and garlic For 15 minutes over medium heat , Sauté the onions, in butter until translucent. taking care not to burn. Cover the vegetables with water. Add bay leaves and salt and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer until are veggies are tender. Mash potatoes into a coarse puree with a Add the reserved clam juice potatoes celery and water potato masher. Note the mixture should not be pureed. Add heated vegetables stock to the Cook until tender. Add calms tomatoes and spices. blend of vegetables. If it becomes too thick add more stock. Season with Worcestershire Sauce Heat until boiling, stirring occasionally. and paprika.

The Betty & G.E. MacDonald Child Protection and Safety Program Scholarship is awarded to a We have completed the presentations from the Diocesan mandated graduating high school senior who program (Think First and Stay Safe) to students with parents in grades 1-6. This program will be offered each year. has given more than 125 hours of service to St. Louis de Montfort Parish through their work I am most grateful to my dedicated committee members who offered in various ministries. assistance and guidance throughout the planning and presentation time. Seniors who meet this requirement are invited to pick up Because of their time, efforts, and prayers, these presentations were well organized and well received by those in attendance. an application in the Religious Education Office. Committee Members are: Nick and Pat Severino, Debra Cleveland, Cara Buonconsiglio, Christine Lahovitch, with assistance from Monica Griepsma, Msgr. Chris Heller, and Fran Frampton.

Thank you, Virginia Blass Director of Faith Formation

MALLOY COLLEGE SPRING OPEN HOUSE ON SUNDAY APRIL 7th at 1:00PM 1000 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Center, NY (516) 323-4000

The 1969 graduating class of Fr. Francis Pizzarelli and Hope House Ministries would Bishop Reilly HS, Fresh Meadows, NY, like to extend to you a very special invitation to the is holding a 50 year reunion. following event: If you are a member of this class, Beta Sigma Phi Fashion Show Dinner/Auction or know someone who is a member Fundraiser of the class, please contact the Thursday, April 11, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. committee at [email protected]. Held at Villa Lombardi’s in Holbrook Contact: Liz (631)821-6518 or Barbara (631)698-0140

Cook/Dining Room Attendant Needed Daughters of Wisdom Convent is a beautiful facility located in the CHINESE AUCTION FUNDRAISER Scotts Beach Community in Sound Beach. We are currently looking for a Cook/Dining Room Attendant. In this role you will prepare and serve healthy meals for the residents of the convent. You in support of St. Joseph's Prayer Center in Patchogue will also be responsible for following to be held at St. Frances deSales parish church hall dietary restrictions of the residents and ensuring that both the kitchen and dining room are always kept in a sanitary on Friday, April 5, 2019 from 7:30p.m. Great prizes condition. The hours for the position are per-diem. You will receive train- and a fun night. Please join us and bring your ing for the position as well. Come join a fantastic team and enjoy a rewarding experience. Please email your resume to friends! [email protected]

We can't think of a better way to celebrate our "Big Shot" Chris Pendergast's 70th Birthday

than dancing to music by Mike DelGuidice & Big Shot - Celebrat- ing the music of Billy Joel and more!

Join us on Thursday, April 11th at 6:30 PM to 10:00PM

to wish Chris a 70th happy birthday with his family, friends, and supporters.

This will be a night to remember! Hope to see you there. Location: 89 North Music Venue 89 North Ocean Avenue Patchogue, NY

From Stigma to Action: Addressing Substance Use, Harm Reduction, and Healthcare You can REGISTER TODAY at http://rebrand.ly/March30

LI-CAN (Long Island Congregations, Associations and Neighborhoods) is co-sponsoring this event, offered by NYSDOH AIDS Institute Clinical Education Initiative and Mount Sinai Institute for Advanced Medicine, which will offer practical training from top experts in addiction medicine. CEU credits are also available. We urge you to attend: and please reach out to Rob Walsh of the Clinical Education Initiative at [email protected] if you have questions. Thank you for protecting the precious gift of human life by helping to save people and families from the tragedy of opioid

Prayers must be request by the one serving, or their immediate family. Please call the Parish Office at 631-744-8566.

Please inform the Parish Office when Solider has PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS THE returned home safely. FOLLOWING ST. LOUIS DE MONTFORT PARISHIONERS SERVING OVERSEAS IN THE MILITARY:

Jerome Arnold U.S. Army William Cannella U.S. Navy Charles Cornacchio U.S. Air Force Timothy Gowrie U.S. Navy Robert Martinsen U.S. Army Conor O’Malley U.S. Army Shane White U.S. Marine

CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS St. Louis de Montfort Church #001531 75 New York Avenue Sound Beach, NY 11789

TELEPHONE 631 744-8566

CONTACT PERSON Regina M. Dolson

EMAIL: [email protected]

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