CHURCH of SAINT MARY
Th e Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe November 24, 2019 Reverend Father Robert A. Romeo | Pastor Reverend Father Jiha Lim | Parochial Vicar Reverend Father Jude Dioka | Parochial Vicar Reverend Father Gregory Cappuccino | Weekend Assistant 1300 Northern Boulevard | Manhasset, New York 11030 516 627 0385 | Fax 516 627 6070 www.stmary.ws Parish Mission Statement We, the community of Saint Mary’s, Manhasset, building on our rich heritage of Catholic faith and tradition, center ourselves in the Eucharist and honor God in proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ. Guided by the Holy Spirit, we seek to be the presence of Christ through our liturgical, educational and social ministries. We dedicate our time, talent and treasure to the service of all as we build the kingdom of God in our world. We commit to this mission in the name of Jesus Christ.
PARISH DIRECTORY Church of Saint Mary Pastoral Staff 1300 Northern Boulevard Rev. Fr. Robert A. Romeo Christine Sutherland Manhasset, New York 11030 Pastor Coordinator of Parish (516) 627-0385 627-0385 | ext. 1004 Social Ministry Fax (516) 627-6070 [email protected] 365-2705 | ext. 1126 www.stmary.ws Rev. Fr. Jiha Lim Th e Schools of Saint Mary Schedule of Masses Parochial Vicar Nursery through 12th Grade Monday–Friday 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM 627-0385 | ext. 1006 Joseph R. McCleary, Ph.D. Saturday 8:00 AM, 5:00 PM [email protected] President Sunday 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, Rev. Fr. Jude Dioka 627-2711 12:00 Noon and 5:00 PM Parochial Vicar [email protected] 627-0385 Norma Ragalli Staff ord Sacrament of Penance [email protected] Director of Admissions Saturdays from 4:00-4:45 PM and by Rev. Fr. Gregory Cappuccino 627-2711 | ext 1084 appointment. Please call 627-0385. nstaff [email protected] Weekend Assistant Anointing of the Sick 627-0385 Sean T. Collins ’73, ’77 Vice President of Development Th e Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick 627-4605 is celebrated in the Chapel on the second Parish Staff Jane Cliff ord [email protected] Sunday of the month following the Bulletin Editor Eileen M. Symmons ’82, ’86 10:30 AM Mass. If you are unable to come [email protected] to Church, please call the Parish Offi ce to Director of Communications make arrangements for Anointing or to Jennifer Fedele 627-2711 | ext. 1081 [email protected] receive the Eucharist. Parish Offi ce 627-0385 Kiera Gmelich Walsh Parish Offi ce Marie T. Granieri Director of Alumni and Parent 627-0385 | Fax 627-6070 Director of Religious Education Relations Monday - Th ursday 9:30 AM–8:00 PM 627-4028 | ext. 1127 627-2711 | ext. 1162 Friday 9:30 AM-5:00 PM [email protected] [email protected] Saturday 8:30 AM–5:00 PM Vincent Hartley St. Mary’s Elementary School Sunday 9:45 AM–1:30 PM Facilities Manager 627-0184 E-mail: [email protected] 627-0385 | ext. 1002 www.stmary11030.org Annette Lachmeyer Sarah Griffi n (de Venoge) ’02, ’06 Parish Social Ministry Assistant to the Pastor Principal 627-0385 | ext. 1008 365-2705 [email protected] Monday-Th ursday 9:45 AM-12:00 Noon Robert Levulis Th eresa A. Kemp 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Music Director Assistant Principal 313-7606 Religious Education [email protected] Damien Quinn 627-4028 Youth Minister St. Mary’s High School Monday 12:00 Noon-9:00 PM [email protected] 627-2711 Wednesday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM stmarysyouth.weebly.com www.inspiredthinkers.org Tuesday and Th ursday 9:00 AM–6:00 PM Gerard J. Buckley Closed on Friday Sr. Teresa Raftery, IHM Adult Faith Formation Principal 627-0385 | ext. 1010 [email protected] The Respect Life Ministry of The Church of St. Mary Invites all Parishioners and Ministries to
A Day of Prayer, Awareness, and Action Regarding Legislation Our prayers matter! on Assisted Suicide, Euthanasia, “Every prayer matters, and if and Medical Aid in Dying you can’t start at the beginning, jump in when you can!” Monday, November 25th — Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York for the 7:00 AM Mass and Rosary National Day of Prayer for Life 9:00 AM Mass 9:30 AM Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Adoration throughout the day 10:00 AM Rosary and Prayers for Life Sacrament of Reconciliation available 11:00 AM Rosary and Prayers for Life 12:00 Noon Angelus, Rosary and Prayers for Life 1:45 PM Prayer Group at Adoration To Live Each Day 3:00 PM Hour of Mercy Prayers with Dignity and Prayers for Life To live in a manner worthy 4:00 PM Rosary and Prayers for Life of our human dignity, and to spend our fi nal days on this 5:00 PM Rosary and Prayers for Life earth in peace and comfort, Sacrament of Reconciliation available surrounded by loved ones— that is the hope of each of us. 5:45 PM Benediction
In particular, Christian hope 6:00 PM Closing Mass sees these fi nal days as a time to prepare for our eternal destiny. Awareness and Action Materials and Activities will be available at the north and south vestibules of the Church and in the Marian Room. To Live Each Day with Dignity: A Statement on Physician- Light Refreshments available in the Marian Room. Assisted Suicide by the United States Conference This critical bill impacts everyone! of Catholic Bishops All are encouraged to participate in this day of prayer. Help Stop Assisted Suicide Know the Facts The proposal to legalize doctor-assisted suicide in New York State contains fatal flaws. It allows patients to fill a physician’s prescription for a lethal TAKE ACTION dose of medication, and then ingest those pills at Visit the New York State home, with no oversight by a doctor or nurse, no Catholic Conference website safeguards, and no accountability. What if a child got www.nyscatholic.org his hands on those pills first? Or what if the patient Click the “Take Action” button to: later changed her mind and decided not to take the pills? Who would know if someone else decided to 1 Join the Catholic Action Network trick or coerce the patient into taking the pills? and receive our important email alerts.
Nothing in the bill requires that patients be Send a message to your lawmakers counseled or screened for clinical depression before 2 they are handed a lethal prescription. Yet mental simply and efficiently, urging them to health professionals know that a large number oppose assisted suicide. of suicides could be prevented with the right therapeutic intervention. New York State recognizes 3 Easily send a letter to the editor of your suicide as a critical public health concern, and works local newspaper to educate others to prevent it. Government should not reverse course in your community about this issue. now and send the message that some suicides are acceptable. Physicians are healers and their profession is guided by the principle “first, do no harm.” The American Medical Association stands firmly against doctor- LEARN MORE assisted suicide.
The New York State Catholic Because human life is precious, Church teaching Conference is working in an informal requires that we accept ordinary medical alliance with many other organizations to defeat this dangerous proposal. treatments, those that offer a reasonable hope of benefit without excessive burden. But it does not Visit: www.NoAssistedSuicideNY.org require that we suffer an agonizingly long and Read the New York legislation painful death. On the contrary: overly burdensome and find the resources to fight it. treatments that provide little or no benefit to patients are not morally required. “People who request death are vulnerable. They need care and protection.” See what the New York State Bishops say about this, To Live Each Day with Dignity and about health care proxies, in their statement U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops July 2011 Now and at the Hour of Our Death at www.CatholicEndofLife.org.
/FX:PSL4UBUF$BUIPMJD$POGFSFODFt4UBUF4U "MCBOZ /:tttJOGP!OZTDBUIPMJDPSHtXXXOZTDBUIPMJDPSH Masses for the Week Masses and Special Intentions Monday, November 25th St. Catherine of Alexandria Morton Levy Judith Buckstein Dn 1:1-6, 8-20, Lk 21:1-4 Mary Mannix Patricia Mirabile 7:00 AM | Tom Jolas Barbara Yevoli Joseph Cie 9:00 AM | Steven A. Salerno Virginia Fallon Omar Morales Tuesday, November 26th Rosemarie Rounsaville Salvatore Marsala Frank Pellegrino Dn 2:31-45, Lk 21:5-11 Fr. Joseph Ciccone Manolette Liwag Gloria Alvir 7:00 AM | Richard Ronzoni Baby James Patrick Masiar Iris LaRegina Th omas Hyland 9:00 AM | Ramon Dee John Michael Tedesco Christine Moon Arlene Levy Wednesday, November 27th Gina Corleto Olive Song Richard Stanton Dn 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28, Lk 21:12-19 Ellen Ward Saswati Chanda Th omas Mason 7:00 AM | Lenore Kelleher Th omas Ryan Michael Maloney Carlos Baldor 9:00 AM | Grace Falcone Christine Marchese Edwin Morales Th ursday, November 28th Th eresa Fallon Irene Stanton Th anksgiving Day Names will remain on the list for three months. Please notify the Bulletin Editor Dn 6:12-28, Lk 21:20-28 if you would like to continue with the listing. 9:00 AM | Parish Mass of Th anksgiving Rev. Michael Carroll Sr. Margaret Burke, IHM Friday, November 29th Barry Dekom Dn 7:2-14, Lk 21:29-33 Rev. Martin Klein 7:00 AM | Brendan Yantz 9:00 AM | Susan Brown Hilton, Nathaniel, SGT, USA Saturday, November 30th Horner, Brian G., 1stLt, USMC St. Andrew Rom 10:9-18, Mt 4:18-22 Howard, Edward, PV2, USA 8:00 AM | Mary Ellen Gately Hussey, James M., GySgt, USMC 5:00 PM | Ann-Marie Cannatella Jones, Scott B., LT, USN Mary Agnes Newman & Jones, Katherine L., LTJG, USN James J. Newman 125th Brigade Support Battalion LaManna, Vincent S., Jr., PVT, USA Ramon Dee 23rd Marine Regiment Lanza, Anthony E., LtCol, USMC Patrice Gallagher 25th Marine Regiment Th omas DeFrancisci Madden, Michael E., Capt, USAF 2-4 GSAB Task Force Mustang Mary Ellen Gately McGorry, Patrick F., HN, USN 2-211th GSAB Task Force Celebrant: Fr. Bob McKiever, Gary, LT, USA War Horse Millau, Jeff rey, PFC, USMC 51st Security Force Squadron Sunday, Decmber 1st Morris, Jr., Brian J., MA1, USN Th e First Sunday of Advent 75th Ranger Regiment O’Leary, Jason, SSgt, USAF Is 2:1-5, Rom 13:11-14, Mt 24:37-44 Amerson, Jason, CPT, USA 7:30 AM | People of the Parish Petracca, Evan L., LTJG, USN Anderson, Michael, 1LT, USA Celebrant: Fr. Jude Polowczyk, John P., RDML, USN Arnold, James, LCpl, USMC 9:00 AM | Nicole Ann Jaronczyk Quinn, Anthony, Jr., SGT, USA Avasthi, David, Capt, USAF Celebrant: Fr. Bob Timothy Richardson, PV2, USA 10:30 AM | Joseph Mazzola Baber, Joseph, Maj, USAF Rodi, Caroline G., CDR, USN Celebrant: Fr. Jude Broderick, Evan, SGT, USA Sharkey, John J., LtCol, USMC 12:00 Noon | Purgatorial Society Broderick, Steven, SN, USN Celebrant: Fr. Jiha Spivak III, Edmund, Capt, USAF Brodie, Virgina H., 2ndLt, USMC 5:00 PM | William McDonough Sweeney, Timothy, CPT, USA Brown, Jason, SGT, USA Donald Scott Tafone, Samantha, SGT, USA Robert Fourcaud Fontanetta, Joseph, Maj, USMC Ullrich, Kenneth C., HN, USN Michael Connor Gabriel Hayes, Andrew, Capt, USMC Unger, Matthew J., SPC, USA Richard McCall Hernandez, Steven, SSgt, USAF Celebrant: Fr. Greg Vachris, Madison ENS, USN Higgins, James, GySgt, USMC Wood, Kelly, BMSR, USN Hilton, Justin, SGT, USA If you have a service member that you would like to add to this list please e-mail [email protected]. Please include name, rank and branch of service.
On the cover: Crucifi xion. Artist: Hans von Tubingen (1380-1462).
Th e Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe | November 24, 2019 Stewards of God’s Gifts Today we celebrate the Feast of Christ the King and are reminded that all was created through Him and for Him. Does my stewardship of the blessings entrusted to me give evidence that Christ is Lord of my life?
Let us put ourselves at the service of others. Jesus is our Lord and our God, let us show that fact to the world as we pray, give and care for others.
Th e collection for Sunday, November 17, 2019 amounted to $28,554.00 Th e collection for Sunday, November 18, 2018, amounted to $30,617.00
Have you enrolled yet? Visit www.faithdirect.net. Our parish code is NY281. We Care for Our Parish Community Baptism at St. Mary’s. Grades 1 through 5 meet on Tuesdays and We celebrate Baptism at 1:30 PM on the second Sunday of Th ursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Families choose which the month and at 12:30 PM on the fourth Saturday of the day. Grades 6, 7 and 8 meet on Mondays from 7:30 to month as scheduled. Please call the Parish Offi ce at least 8:30 PM. For information about Grades 1-8 call 627- one month in advance to see if a date is available and to 4028. arrange to fi ll out pre-baptismal paperwork. New parents are required to attend a Baptism preparation session held Parish Social Ministry once every month. Th ose chosen as sponsors for Baptism We care for our sisters and brothers through our Parish should lead lives in harmony with the Catholic faith and Social Ministry and Food Pantry. For information call the role of Godparent.” 365-2705.
Marriage Youth Ministry At least six months before you plan to be married and We reach out to our teens though our Youth Ministry before you make arrangements for the reception, please Program. For information email [email protected] or visit make an appointment with one of the priests to begin the stmarysyouth.weebly.com. necessary preparations. New Parishioners Children’s Education We welcome new members to the Catholic Church and to Saint Mary’s Elementary School off ers excellent education Saint Mary’s Parish. If you are new in the area or interested in the spirit of the Gospel from grades N, Pre-K to Eighth in learning more about the Catholic faith, please call the grade. For information call 627-0184. Parish Offi ce.
Empowering Character, Innovation and Leadership in Opportunities For Prayer our students, Saint Mary’s High School is a dynamic, Th e Church is open Monday to Friday until 8:45 PM and contemporary, Catholic value-centered school, combining on Saturday and Sunday until the end of the 5:00 PM a commitment to academic excellence and educational Mass so that we may have the opportunity for quiet prayer innovation, with a passion for learning, and an emphasis before the Blessed Sacrament. Th e Miraculous Medal on moral character development through the pursuit of Novena is said each Monday following the 9:00 AM Mass. truth and discovered in faith and reason. For information Monday to Friday the Rosary is said following the 7:00 call 627-2711. and the 9:00 AM Mass. A Rosary Service is held every The Religious Education Program provides excellent Monday from 1:45 to 2:45 PM in the Chapel. Eucharistic formation in the Catholic Faith for children in public or Adoration is held every Monday from 3:00 to 8:00 PM private schools. Preparation for First Holy Communion in the Chapel. On First Saturdays the Scriptural Rosary and Confi rmation requires two years. All classes are held is recited following the 8:00 AM Mass. Church of Saint Mary | 6 Parish Mass of Th anksgiving 9:00 AM Th anksgiving Day
Bring food for your table to be blessed during the Mass.
Th ere will not be a 7:00 AM Mass on Th anksgiving Day.
Family Advent Wreaths to Be Blessed at All Masses Next Weekend
Readings and Questions Next Sunday is the First Sunday of Advent. All those with a family Advent Wreath are welcome for Faith Sharing on the to place their wreath in the Sanctuary before First Sunday of Advent Mass. As the priest blesses the parish wreath all Reading I: Isaiah 2:1-5 the wreaths for your homes will be blessed also. Let us walk in the light of the Lord!
Reading II: Romans 13:11-14 Let us then throw off the works of darkness and put on the armor of light.
Bread & Wine Gospel: Matthew 24:37-44 Th erefore, stay awake! For you do not know are off ered this week on which day your Lord will come. in loving memory of Catherine Patricia Sharkey Question for Adults: Do I look for Christ in all people?
Question for Children: How am I preparing my heart to receive Christ throughout the year?
Th e Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe | November 24, 2019 Rosary Society
St. Mary’s Rosary Society Annual Christmas Dinner Thursday, December 5th, 2019 Strathmore-Vanderbilt Country Club Cocktail Hour 6:00 PM Christmas Shopping Boutique Fashion Show by Superior Furs Special Entertainment of the Evening The Students of St. Mary’s Elementary School $80 Per Person Champions for Charity Thursday, December 5th though Saturday, December 7th Please R.s.v.p. by November 25th
Adult Faith Formation
Th is week and next, the RCIA group will begin study of our Blessed Mother Mary and the Saints. Th ey will also discuss the change of the Liturgical Season to Advent. Th e Sunday session will be in recess for the Th anksgiving Holiday Weekend. Do keep them in your prayers.
Anyone interested in becoming Catholic, completing the Sacraments of Initiation or deepening your faith in Jesus and understanding of our Church Teachings can contact Sr. Teresa at 516-627-0385, ext. 1010 or email [email protected]. Her offi ce hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Th ursday between the hours of 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
TThehe PParisharish GGiftift SShophop The Gift Shop is open on SUNDAY 9:45 AM - 1:00 PM Mustard Seed Men’s Prayer & Study Group Located in the Parish Center All Men Are Welcome! next to the Saint John Paul II Room. Every Wednesday 7:30 – 8:30 AM in the Saint John Paul II Room
Church of Saint Mary | 8 Parish Social Ministry Th e Offi ce of Parish Social Ministry would like to extend a special Th ank You to all of the parishioners, community members, students of St. Mary’s Elementary and High Schools, St. Mary’s Religious Education program and scouting organizations for their generous donations to our Th anksgiving food drive. I extend a heartfelt Th ank You to Peggy Guillo and Maria Swanberg, Parish Social Ministry volunteers, Mr. Rick Schneider of St. Mary’s maintenance crew, and Mrs. Anna Hayes (high school coordinator) who worked so hard to make this possible. Because of your kindness, we were able to help many families in need share a Th anksgiving meal with their family and friends. - Christine Sutherland – Coordinator, Parish Social Ministry
Th e annual Advent Giving Tree is located in the south lobby of the Church. Th is tree is not decorated with colored balls and garland, but with the needs of adults and children. To give this tree meaning, we ask that everyone come and un-decorate it by taking a gift tag and fulfi lling the need. After purchasing the requested gift, place it in one of the collection boxes located in the south lobby of the church, or deliver it to the Parish Social Ministry Offi ce with the gift tag attached. Please return all gifts unwrapped or in gift bags by December 16th. Share Christmas Th e “Share Christmas” program was inaugurated twenty-two years ago in response to the economic needs of our parish, community and nearby neighbors. Parishioners “Share Christmas” with families and individuals in need. Donors decide whether to help a family or specifi c members of a family, or to donate gift cards. If the donors would like to purchase gifts, they are given a “Wish List” that has been completed by the recipient(s). Th is is a wonderful opportunity for family participation! Donations must be delivered to the Parish Social Ministry Offi ce no later than December 16th. If you are interested in participating in “Share Christmas,” or if you would like more information, please call the Parish Social Ministry offi ce at 365-2705. F.O.C.U.S. Friends Off ering Care Understanding and Support Invites you to our CHRISTMAS GATHERING Wednesday, December 18, 2019 At the North Hempstead Country Club 12:00 PM Luncheon Raffl es & Prizes Reservations: $50.00 Chairperson: William Urig Co-Chairperson: Matthew Falcone RSVP by December 5th - No Refunds OPEN TO ALL PARISHIONERS Reservation Tear-Off
Name: Telephone: List Seating Preferences: Make checks payable to: St. Mary’s Church and Mail to: St. Mary’s Parish Social Ministry 1300 Northern Boulevard Manhasset, NY 11030 Attention: FOCUS Luncheon The Schools of Saint Mary Bravo, to the Cast and Crew of High School Musical Last weekend, the Saint Mary’s High School Performing Arts Program presented Disney’s High School Musical on stage in Immaculata Hall with three packed performances that captivated each audience and brought them to their feet with thunderous applause. With Mr. Brian Stalter at the helm, his debut production at St. Mary’s was a crowd-pleaser for all ages, and the post- performance buzz lingers a week later. With accolades due to the production crew, orchestra, along with the entire cast and backstage crew, we could not be prouder of the excellent job and teamwork demonstrated by all involved in the show. In addition to our multi- talented stage performers, students worked behind the scenes, in the pit, and the front of the house with ticket sales, concessions, and ushering attendees. The show was a tremendous success, and we cannot wait for the next SMHS production in the spring.
Parish News Deacon Rafal celebrated his fi rst Baptism here at St. Mary’s for one of our children, Nicolette, on Th ursday, November 14th.
More Photos from Deacon Rafal’s Ordination: Below, Deacon Rafal is joined by our parish priests and parishioners who attended the ordination Mass at St. Joseph’s Seminary on November 9th.
Above left to right: Rev. Edward Sheridan, Deacon Paul Clores, Deacon John Crozier, Deacon Rafal Borowiejski, Rev. Sean Magaldi.
Confi rmandi Refl ect on What it Means to be “Chosen” Th e Confi rmandi retreat is a special time for candidates to step back from the world to be fully present with God and with each other. Th is year, the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal led a contemplative discussion on what it means to be a “chosen” beloved of God. Confi rmandi shared the diff erent ways they can respond to God’s call. Th e two day retreat was held at the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception and involved a variety of activities. Confi rmandi from the Religious Education Program and St. Mary’s Elementary School engaged in fun games, group sharing about faith and spiritual prayer inside the majestic Chapel. We are so grateful to the Franciscan Sisters for leading such a wonderful retreat experience. “Being a chosen beloved of God gives us a sense of relationship, dignity and deep awareness that we have something special to off er the world. God loves you. Th is is the great truth of our life. Everything about you was chosen by God, and He delights in it.” - Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal lessons and carols CELEBRATING THE FEAST OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2019 • 3:00 PM
Featuring the Adult and Youth Choirs of the Church of Saint Mary, Saint Mary’s Elementary School Angel Choir, Saint Mary’s High School Chamber Choir, and The Schola Musica Orchestra Mr. Robert C. Levulis, Conductor and Director of Music Mr. John P. Buckel, Organist •Church of Saint Mary• Rev. Fr. Robert A. Romeo, Pastor Spotlight on Stewardship
Today, our Stewardship Spotlight regular participants have joined the time because, as Danielle has said, “I shines on the Scripture Study Class ranks. Each fall, new people join in continue to learn so much from the as they are recognized at the 10:30 the study of Sacred Scripture. scholars and from our discussions in AM Mass for their contribution to class as we read the scripture ‘word for the life of the parish. For fi fteen years, To more deeply understand Scripture, word.’” Danielle reminds us that each the group has off ered parishioners the Danielle uses the wisdom of Biblical book of the Bible is a separate work opportunity to deepen their love and scholars such as Luke Timothy and to fully understand Scripture, understanding of Sacred Scripture in Johnson and Raymond E. Brown. reading the entire book serves for a congenial setting where many new Her research concentrates her studies much more clarity. Several class friendships have been forged. What on the St. Jerome Commentary members have been reading Scripture follows is a brief history of the group and Th e New Collegeville Bible with Danielle from the early class as told by long-time participant, Commentary, the text used by the beginnings and new members always Valery Rodi. class. When the class studied Torah add insight. And yes, some members (the fi rst fi ve books of Hebrew come just to hear the discussion. In the Fall of 2005, Danielle Cisek, Scripture) she discovered she was long-time parishioner and CCD using the same Hebrew reference And of course, the goal of the class is teacher at St. Mary’s, had been using source as Rabbi Todd Chizner of to attempt an exegesis of Scripture; Scripture to enhance her CCD class’s Temple Judea, who visited and spoke that is, a critical explanation or experience. She realized as she began to the class about Torah from a Jewish interpretation of Scripture. To that to delve into Scripture that she wanted perspective. end, the class starts each session with a to know more about its meaning and prayer to the Holy Spirit. messages. Danielle began to research Over the fi fteen years that the class Scripture and was soon joined in that has met, the class members have Th e Scripture Study Class meets pursuit by the late Patricia Paone who studied the four Gospels adding the each Monday during the school year worked as her co-study leader until Acts of the Apostles to the Gospel except on holidays from 10:00 to shortly before her death on the feast of of St. Luke as it is the second book 11:30 AM in the St. John Paul II St. Augustine in August 2015. of St. Luke. Th e group has studied Room in the Parish Center. Th ey are several Letters of St. Paul particularly currently studying the Gospel of St. Danielle and Pat, by word of mouth, his Letter to the Romans, and also John and will move on to the Book of began to meet with other interested Isaiah, Revelation, the Psalms (1-80), Revelation afterwards. All parishioners parishioners and the class started and several other books. By now the are invited to attend and will be most to build until today, upwards of 35 class has studied a few books a second welcome. In Session with Dr. Patricia Pitta Stop Adding mechanism that protects us, but used What is your role? Do you withdraw, to Your Bitter- too much or too often, it robs us become argumentative, ignore or are Bank: Allow of genuine interaction with others just ill at ease? It is time to change Forgiveness for and the ability to navigate our lives your pattern. What is your defensive Yourself and expressing our emotions. style? If it is leaving you not able to Others enjoy the holidays and those around So, what do you do if you feel that you.…it is time to make changes. “Bear with each other and forgive one your relationships do not promote another if any of you has a grievance the expression of feelings? You fi nd Whatever your relative did (not against someone. Forgive as the Lord people you can talk to about your including physical or sexual abuse), forgave you.” (Colossians 3:13) feelings….write your feelings…. draw it can be discussed to help you your feelings…. record your feelings both heal. If there was physical or So, what is a bitter bank? We all on your phone and build your ability sexual abuse, please speak with a have regrets, resentments, angers and to express yourself. As you do this, psychologist to get the appropriate fears as we question our actions and the hope is that you will feel the guidance on how to work with this the actions of others. We store these strength or safety to express yourself situation. Many family grievances feelings in an internal “bitter-bank” to others. If you fi nd yourself in a and patterns stem back to previous that grows with time. place where you can’t do this…please generations that just get a new spin see a psychologist who will listen by the next generation. Th e children To be human is to err. Th e bigger without judgement and help you heal or grandchildren interpret what they question is what we do with all these and develop strength to face what is saw and own the emotions of the past negative feelings? Th e term bitter- upsetting to you. You cannot heal by and act them out. Free yourself of the bank was coined by a psychologist just putting the feelings away. Th ey chains that bind you to not live your in the 1980’s (Guerin, 1984). Th at will just keep building up again like full emotional life! is where you just keep depositing the carpet example. your sad, unhappy and disappointed Happy Th anksgiving feelings within you and you don’t talk In order to gain forgiveness for the from the Mental Health Ministry. about them. it is like putting items self and others you need to process on the fl oor under the carpet. One your feelings. Pray to God to bring Guerin, P., Fay, L., Burden, W., & day, the carpet bursts and all the items the Holy Spirit to your side to Kuatto, S. (1987). Th e evaluation roll out and not in the same form that empower you to do what you need and treatment of marital confl ict. New they were hidden. Th e same thing to do. Th e Holy Spirit dwells right York: Basic Books. happens with our feelings that get inside you and can guide you on your tucked away. When they do come journey of freedom to be your best Dr. Pitta is a Clinical and Family out, they usually are expressed in self. Set yourself free with prayers to Psychologist practicing in Manhasset the Lord as you learn to express your anger, depression, anxiety and many and the chair of the Mental Health times people feel a sense of loss and feelings. Ministry of St. Mary’s. She is a professor meaning that can disorganize them. of psychology at St. John’s University Now with the holidays upon us, I bet and a graduate of the Pastoral Formation Th e best road to healing is to talk there are many people struggling with Institute of Rockville Centre. She is about your feelings. Many people are hidden feelings towards relatives they the author of Solving Modern Family afraid to talk because they don’t want see only on the holidays. Before you Dilemmas: An Assimilative Th erapy Model to face their uncomfortable feelings or know it, it takes about 20 minutes (Routledge, 2014). are fearful of others’ reactions. We all of being together and all the feelings feel like this at times. 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Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are desperately needed to serve at North Shore Hospital in Manhasset. Th ere are many Catholic patients there who appreciate receiving the Sacrament during their hospital stay. Even if you can only serve for an hour once a month, you would be doing a great service. If you would like to speak with a parishioner and fellow EM about this ministry please call Alaina Finamore at (516) 641-0820 or call the Volunteer Offi ce of NSUH at (516) 562-4947 for more information. Exposition and Adoration St. Vincent de Paul Society Today as we celebrate Christ the King, of the Blessed Sacrament may we open the door of our heart so wide that we may listen to the voice of Exposition and Adoration Jesus calling us to help build his kingdom here on earth. of the Blessed Sacrament Mondays 3:00 - 8:00 PM If you or someone you know needs assistance, contact in the Chapel the St. Vincent de Paul Society at 516-627-0385 ext. Benediction at 7:50 PM. 1125 or [email protected]. If you would like to make a donation, you may use the collection slots at the doors of the church or place an envelope in A Prayer of Th anks the regular collection marked “St. Vincent de Paul Society.” For furniture and household donations, by Father Joseph Veneroso, M.M. please call 516-746-8250 to arrange for a pick up. Fill us, O Lord, with gratitude Our next meeting is Tuesday, December 10th, at 7:00 Overfl owing for all the gifts PM in the St. John Paul II Room. Anyone interested We have received by Your grace. in joining this ministry is welcome to attend. Make us ever mindful of all Th e animals and plants— Fruits of the earth and sea— Children’s Liturgy of the Word Th rough which You give us Every Sunday Enjoyment, nourishment and strength. at the 9:00 AM Mass Bless this food, Lord God Children are invited to come away to And us through it the chapel to listen to the readings, And may all the farmers, fi shers, sing the psalm, and break open harvesters and merchants whose labor the Word, all at a level they can Helped bring us this meal understand. Th ey rejoin the assembly Participate in Your manifold blessings for the rest of the Mass. Th rough Christ our Lord. Amen. Eucharistic Retreat at the Seminary of the Worldwide Marriage Encounter Immaculate Conception in Huntington
“Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord.” Rejoice Join the Missionaries of Th e Most Holy Eucharist in your marriage by attending a Worldwide Marriage for a Eucharistic Retreat Day on Sunday, December Encounter Weekend. Th e next Weekends are January 8, 2019 from 8 am - 5 pm at the Seminary of the 31-February 2, 2020, and May 1-3, 2020, both in Immaculate Conception in Huntington. Th e day Huntington, NY. For more information, call John & Toni includes Hot Breakfast & Lunch, Rosary, Spiritual Torio at 877-697-9963 or visit http://www.wwmeli.org. Meditations, Holy Mass, Confession, Eucharistic Adoration & Benediction. We ask that you register in Bulletin Submission Policy advance to assist the Seminary staff in planning for this We welcome submissions to the weekly Bulletin. All copy and beautiful event. Please e-mail MostHolyEucharist@ material is due by noon on Mondays preferably in electronic format gmail.com or call 631-896-0870. Th e fee for the day - original documents, no PDFs. Photos or supporting graphics is $35 (check made payable to the Seminary or cash) should be hi-resolution and sent via E-mail as attachments. Phone for our use of the Seminary and provided meals. Please photos should be “actual size.” No copyrighted material, text or bring this with you on the day of the retreat. photos. Th e Bulletin Editor may edit submissions for content, clarity and/or size. Please E-mail your submission to [email protected].
Church of Saint Mary | 16 BE A CHAMPION!
PLEASE JOIN US IN CELEBRATING Champions for Charity® Saint Mary’s Rosary Society Saint Mary’s Elementary School Saint Mary’s High School
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5 TO SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7
25% OF YOUR DESIGNATED PURCHASES WILL BE DONATED TO THE PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATIONS OF YOUR CHOICE!
HOLIDAY SHOPPING BENEFIT Help support our organization by doing your holiday shopping at participating Americana Manhasset and select Wheatley Plaza* stores on Thursday, December 5 to Saturday, December 7 during shopping center hours. Select your organization when registering for your CHAMPION NUMBER. Champions for Charity® is a holiday shopping benefit where 25% of your full-price pre-tax purchase will be donated to those charities you select. Your purchases are not automatically eligible. Your CHAMPION NUMBER is required to allocate the donation and MUST be presented at the time of each purchase.
To register for your complimentary CHAMPION NUMBER and for more information about Champions for Charity® visit championsforcharity.org, call 516.627.2277 or visit Americana Manhasset’s Concierge Store.
*Select Wheatley Plaza stores will be participating. Visit championsforcharity.org for details.
800.818.6767 • AMERICANAMANHASSET.COM • WHEATLEYPLAZA.COM Knights of Columbus Father William A. Daly S.J. Council #2122 Serving St. Mary’s Parish in Manhasset and St. Aloysius Parish In Great Neck www.kofc2122.org SCHEDULE To join or to fi nd out more about the Knights, please contact Grand Knight Matt Falcone at November 30th - December 1st [email protected] / 516-627-4524 or Tom Mayerhauser at [email protected] / 516-852-0812 or online at kofc.org/joinus Saturday, November 30th 5:00 PM K. Aufenanger, C. Johnson-McGregor Th e Don Bosco Squires Circle #548 Sunday, December 1st welcomes young men of the parish 7:30 AM D. & I. Engel ages 10 through 18. 9:00 AM J. & S. Palmadessa For more information about the Squires 10:30 AM N. Bernic, MA Powers or an application for membership, please 12:00 Noon S. McNamara, K. O’Sullivan contact Frank De Lucia at [email protected]. 5:00 PM T. Timmers, S. Valenzuela THE FATHER WILLIAM A. DALY Please be sure to arrange for a replacement COLUMBIETTES if you cannot make your assignment. All women of the parish, age 18 and over, are invited to join. For more information or an application, please contact Maura Cliff ord at macliff [email protected]. Parish Registration If you attend Mass regularly at St. Mary’s and are not a registered parishioner, please come to the Parish Please Patronize Our Advertisers Offi ce and fi ll out a short registration form. This will Business Owners: if you would like to advertise in our be helpful if you should need recommendation letters, bulletin, please call JS Paluch certifi cates, and especially sponsor certifi cates for Baptism or at 1-800-524-0263. Confi rmation. Registration is mandatory for these requests. Our parish code is 571800.