Saint Kevin Roman Catholic Church 45-21 194th Street Flushing, New York 11358
Parish Staff
Reverend Robert H.C. Mema, Pastor Reverend Salvatore J. Amato, In Residence Deacon Julio C. Barreneche, Parish Deacon Ms. Agnes Rus, AO, Director of Pastoral Outreach Mrs. Rosaria Surace, Coordinator of Religious Education Mr. Steven Vaughan, Director of Music Ministry
Administrative Staff Ms. Lisa Miller, Administrative Assistant Mr. Anthony Porchetta, Maintenance Supervisor
St. Kevin Catholic Academy Mrs. Allison Murphy, Principal Dr. Hugh McGowan, Chairman - Board of Trustees Rev. Robert Mema, Rev. Edward Kachurka and Rev. Peter Rayder—Board of Members
Rectory Office 718.357.8888 Rectory Fax Website Academy Phone Religious Education Office [email protected] 718.357.3671 Stkevinflushing.org 718.357.8110 718.357.8888 ext. 26
Rectory Office Hours Monday & Wednesday Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil - 5:00 PM 9:00 AM—8:00 PM Sunday - 8:00 AM; 10:00 AM; 12:00 PM Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday Weekday - 9:00 AM 9:00 AM—5:00PM Saturday and Sunday Sacrament of Baptism Second Sunday of the Month at 1:30 PM (except during the By Appointment Season of Lent), or when otherwise noted. Please call the
rectory for an appointment at least one month in advance. Devotions Miraculous Medal (Tuesdays at 9:30 AM) Sacrament of Reconciliation Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Saturdays - 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM or by appointment. (First Sunday of the Month in Church, or otherwise noted, 1:00- 2:00 PM) (Mondays in the Convent Chapel 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM) Sacrament of Matrimony Marriage arrangements must be made at least six (6) months
prior to the proposed wedding date. Please call the rectory to Catholic Cemeteries make an appointment. Also, log onto www.pre-cana.org for For Information and available options, please call complete information about required marriage preparation in 718.894.4888. the Diocese of Brooklyn.
Parish Mission Statement We are a Catholic Christian community striving to live as disciples of Jesus Christ. Nourished by the Eucharist and enlightened by the Word of God, our Pastor, Parish Staff and Parishioners welcome all. With faith in His Gospel, we are called to love as esuJ s loves and, therefore, serve our community through the sharing of time, talents and treasure to support programs of evangelization and social justice. Our commitment encompasses serving the youth through education, sports and formation. We seek to develop services for the elderly and homebound. Finally, we wish to challenge and sustain all parishioners through spiritual and educational activities. Page 2 Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time June 27, 2021
Dear Parishioners,
Last weekend, at each of the Sunday Masses, I announced that Bishop DiMarzio has appointed two priests to our parish: Fr. Jeffry Dillon and Fr. Jerome Jecewiz. Fr. Jeffry and Fr. Jerry are both very excited to join our pastoral staff and to collaboratively advance our ministry here at St. Kevin. As mentioned, both are coming to us after more than 85 years of priestly ministry... combined. They come to us with a wealth of knowledge and both have served our diocese with zeal and vision for a brighter future. Fr. Jeffry will be my part-time associate and, therefore, he will be part of the pastoral staff. However, Fr. Jerry will be in residence and, therefore, he will have no “formal” responsibility. But, Fr. Jerry has made it known that he would like to be as active as much as he is needed. Both Fr. Jeffry and Fr. Jerry will enter retirement status on September 1st, but will remain active. We call it, “Senior, active status.”
Fr. Jeffry (left) was born on June 22, 1950 and attended Cathedral College where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree. He then studied at the Immaculate Conception Seminary, Huntington, where he received his Master of Divinity and Master in Sacred Theology degrees. He also possesses a degree as a Certified Social Worker and he has a Masters degree is Social Work. Prior to his studies and ordination to the Priesthood, for nearly 8 years, Fr. Jeffry was a New York City Police Officer. I am very much looking forward to working with him as we look forward to the future of our amazing parish.
Fr. Jerry (right) was born on June 18, 1950 and attended Cathedral College where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree. He then attended the Pontifical North American College, Rome, for his seminary studies where he earned his Bachelor of Sacred Theology degree. Fr. Jerry has served as pastor in two parishes for over 31 years and will be coming to us as a retired priest, in residence. An added bonus of having Fr. Jerry with us here is that, he speaks Spanish fluently. As mentioned above, he will have no formal responsibility here but has emphasized that he would like to remain active.
Finally, also in September, Seminarian Randy Nguyen, (left) will be with us for his pastoral year. Randy was born on April 11, 1993. Pastoral year is the year prior to entering the third year in the major seminary. Prior to entering the seminary, Randy earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Hunter College. He now studies at St. Vincent’s Seminary in Philadelphia. The significance of Pastoral year affords the seminarian an opportunity to really experience the life of a parish through the entire liturgical year and to also ‘shadow’ the pastor so that he can truly get a sense of the ministries pertaining to pastoral and administration. In essence, to show him the daily life of the parish and priesthood.
With Fr. Jeffry, Fr. Jerry, Seminarian Randy and I, I like to think, as we say in Brooklyn, “We got this.” I am so enthusiastic and hopeful for the collaborative efforts that will be made between the clergy, staff and the community. I can foresee great things happening here at St. Kevin! The only thing I can hope for...is that you come with us on the journey! I know that as they arrive, you will all welcome them warmly as you have welcome me. Please pray for your clergy and staff that all we do leads each one of us closer to our Loving Triune God.
In the Good Shepherd, Fr. Robert Mema June 27, 2021 Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Page 3
Memorial Gifts ANNOUNCED Week of June 27, 2021
MASS INTENTIONS
The Paschal Candle that will burn in the Church throughout the year has been donated by Dr. & Mrs. Hugh McGowan for God’s Saturday, June 26th Blessings on all those living 5:00PM: People of St. Kevin Parish with Alzheimer's and Dementia. Joseph Max Baauw By The Hessler Family Mr. & Mrs. N. Rodriguez By Gloria M eehan Gino Formoso By Francesca Castelli The Altar Candles are offered this Arianna Belle week by The Intentions of the Donor. Sunday, June 27th 8:00AM: Paul Begley By Gloria Meehan The Sanctuary Lamps are 10:00AM: Philomena & Michael Sbarile offered this week by Megan 12:00PM: Joan Sokoll By Laura Stroligo Newby and Family for Thomas Edward Newby III. Monday, June 28th 9:00AM: Ruth Alderdice By Ellen Alderdice The Bread & Wine are offered Tuesday, June 29th this week by Dolores Principe & 9:00AM: Sheila James & Mary Looby Joanne Perillo for Vivian Enzo By Phyllis Gleeson Ollari.
Wednesday, June 30th 9:00AM: Joseph Liberta By The DiRe Family The Altar Flowers are offered this week by Ellen Alderdice for Ruth Thursday, July 1st Alderdice. 9:00AM: Max Johanna Grimm By Barbara Grimm
Friday, July 2nd 9:00AM: Gertrude & Egon Bange Please Pray for the By George & Mary Donahue Sick and Homebound of our parish family: Saturday, July 3rd Beatrice and Eugene Fortunato, 9:00AM: Frank Ollari By Dolores Principe Jennifer Schiff, Rita Capello, Arleen DiCicco, Mericar Maravilla, Saturday, July 3rd Maryann Dotzler, Michael Heeran, 5:00PM: People of St. Kevin Lorraine Panza, Christina Scherer, Winnie O’Grady , Julia Kozar, William J. Stolfi By Szap Family Patricia Munch and Vincenzo & Joe LoGiudice those diagnosed with COVID-19. By Francesca Castelli James Alderdice
By Joan & Mark Torkelson Please Pray for our Josephus Cabaluna By Cheryl Herrmann Faithful Departed:
Sunday, July 4th Thomas Edward Newby III 9:00AM: Steven Allen By Kenneth Pyne and The Victims of COVID-19. 11:00AM: Remidjo Runko & Marcella Parode May they Rest in Eternal Peace! By Zdenka Runko
Page 4 Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time June 27, 2021 Stewardship Column
Collection for June 19/20 2021: $5,289.00 Mass Count: 462 Don’t forget to drop off your June 50/50 Thank you for your prayers… envelope along with your stewardship envelope. “You got to be in it to win it.” Thank you for all your prayers and support during my Thank you for your generosity! recent hospitalization. Knowing I had so many people praying for me, and for my teams of doctors and nurses gave me a lot of hope during a difficult time. I am incredibly grateful to be in your thoughts and to be missed so much.
I am also grateful for the doctors, nurses and all the care team that cared for me at NYU Langone. In Goal: $995,000.00 Pledged: $1,211,608.00 addition to the medical staff and technicians, the # of Donors: 340 people who cleaned and served me food, or Rec’d: $1,123,546.00 Balance: $88,062.00 transported me to yet another test or scan, all gave me the most compassionate attention and professional Thank you SO MUCH! care. I’ve learned a deeper level of appreciation for their dedication and skill, and not just in their care for me, but for everyone they’ve cared for during this last challenging year. I truly felt at times like I was in the presence of angels.
I’m grateful for Fr. Robert, for visiting me, anointing me, and helping me so much. And I’m grateful for the rest of the staff here, who checked in on me and Parish Goal: $108,738.00 Pledged: $90,779.00 covered anything I might have needed to do while I’ve Received: $77,562.14 Donors: 150 been recuperating. It’s great to feel so much support from co-workers. St. Kevin, Pray for Us!
“In God we Trust!” Having had my gallbladder removed, I’m relearning how to eat a very low-fat diet, and learning how to Announcements/Activities avoid processed flours and sugars. My appetite gets a little stronger each day, and so far, I’m enjoying what I’m eating and not missing any food yet. and Upcoming Events What I have been missing is making music! And what This weekend Fr. Amato a great weekend to return to, as Jesus teaches us in completes his ministry with us today’s Gospel that faith can heal us of our sickness. I here at St. Kevin. truly hope I can inspire you to sing with me now as we profess our faith. I would like to thank him for his service to us! Mr. Steven Vaughan
May you continue to impart the Director of Music Ministry Love and Mercy of the Father [email protected] (718) 357-8888, ext. 12 to all the residents at
Queen of Peace Nursing Home. No Rehearsals this week Ad Multos Annos! June 27, 2021 Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Page 5 Fr. Charles Keeney Help those who are in Need— would like to thank Corporal Works of Mercy Food/Items for “The Market” can be dropped off any time when you all for the Church and Rectory are opened. participating in the We are in need of the following items: 2021 Missions. He Paper Towels, toothpaste, shampoo/conditioner, Female and the children of Personal Hygiene Products, Baby Products, Baby Diapers, Baby Wipes, Baby Lotion, Coffee, Black Beans, Jelly, Corn Tanzania are beyond Oil, Non-Dairy Milk, Non-Dairy Creamer, Applesauce, grateful for your Juice, Sugar, Crackers, Rice, Jello, Pudding, and Cookies,
generosity! Food Market pick up is available Wednesday mornings 10:00 –12:00 and Wednesday evenings 6:30-8:00.
For Donation Drop Off : The Church is opened daily until 1:30PM and the Rectory is opened Monday & Wednesday 9-8PM Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9-5PM
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the rectory. Thank you for your generosity!
NEW Mass Schedule: ST. KEVIN MISSION TO NICARAGUA Effective JULY 1, 2021 In every society, infants are among the most The New Sunday Mass Schedule vulnerable. Even in the world’s wealthiest countries, will be as follows: their vulnerability often moves us to tears. The babies, children and young adults of the Mustard Seed Communities in Nicaragua are born with Saturday Vigil: 5:00 PM disabilities. They will not be treated in local Sunday: 9:00AM and 11:00AM hospitals unless money for their care is paid up front. They do not receive anything beyond the most minimal government support. Without Mustard Seed The Summer Office Hours will be as follows: Communities, they would be begging on the streets for their survival. Mondays—Thursdays You can be the difference! You can be the presence (9:00AM—3:00PM) of their loving brother Jesus. Your gift, large or (Closed daily small, will directly affect their care. from 12-1PM for Lunch) A check or cash designated “Mustard Seed Communities” can be placed in the collection basket, the poor boxes, or left in the Rectory. And the One, Fridays– Closed Who sees what is done in private, has promised to bless us. (Matt. 6:4) Saturdays and Sundays— By Appointment Thank you so much! Blessings, Margaret and Tony Congratulations to all our students for successfully completing this school year! We pray for a safe and rejuvenating summer and we cannot wait for your return in September!
Please remain attentive to your emails because we will send out information throughout the summer regarding our Faith Formation program and the Religious Education calendar for next school year. REGISTRATION FOR OUR FAITH FORMATION PROGRAM IS ONGOING!
If you have a child, or know of a child, who is in first through eight grade and attends public school, he/she should be enrolled in a parish faith formation program.
Please contact Mrs. Rosaria Surace (Coordination of Religious Education), for more information.
If your family is returning to the program, you can re-register on our parish website: https://stkevinflushing.org/faith- formation#parish-program
As of now, the 2021-2022 formation year, will be taught remotely. This can change as we get closer to September.
We will be in contact with you.
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