Welcome to the Brendan Parish Family 1907 Rebuild My Church + Reconstruir Mi Iglesia 2020

Rectory: 1525 East 12th Street Brooklyn, NY 11230 Tel: 718-339-2828 Fax: 718-339-5951

E-Mail: [email protected] [email protected]

Website: www.stbrendan-brooklyn.org

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Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9 am-4 pm 6 pm-8 pm Saturdays 9 am-2 pm

Pastoral Staff:

Father Peter D. Gillen KCHS, Pastor

Father Schned Bruno, Parochial Vicar

Father Peter Albano, C.M., Weekend Assistant Deacon Bob Cosgrove KCHS, Permanent Deacon Deacon Frank Gonzalez Jr., Permanent Deacon Father Roman Malyarchuk, Administrator of Ukrainian Rite Mission

Bonina Campanella, Office Manager Frank Castaneda, Parish Plant Manager

Carmina De La Rosa, Coordinator of Evangelization, Pastoral Minister Alex DeMarchena, Youth Minister Luc Dorsinville, Director of Music Ministry James Edgell, Sacristan

Betsy Horacio, Business Manager Vincent Mangual, Pastoral Minister Civil Trustees: Louis Carrera James Sladky Jr.

THE EUCHARIST SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: IS THE HEART OF OUR LIFE IN CHRIST. We celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation each Join us as we celebrate Holy Mass: Saturday afternoon at 4:00 pm.

You can also make an appointment to receive the Saturday Evening: 5:00 pm & 7:00 pm Español sacrament at the Rectory during office hours.

Sunday Morning: 9:00 am & 11:00 am

Ukrainian Rite Divine Liturgy Sunday: 1:00 pm WEEKLY DEVOTIONS Monday to Friday: 8:30 am

Holy Day: As Announced Join us as we pray the Rosary after the 8:30 am Mass each morning. Join us for Eucharistic Adoration: Monday - Friday 9 am - 8 pm We pray the Miraculous Medal Saturdays 9 am – 4 pm Novena on Mondays immediately after Mass.

UKRAINIAN RITE MISSION + NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED MARY Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Stamford PAGE TWO ST. BRENDAN ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH May 17, 2020

Dear parish family,

May 17, 2020 And so it continues... still no word about reopening... it looks like something positive The Sixth Sunday should happen in June... keep praying...

of Easter Thanks to all those who have been praying along with us during the Masses and rosary on Facebook... and to those who pass Mass Intentions for the Week by the rectory for adoration. Our faith is so Masses will be Celebrated in the Rectory Chapel important to getting us through this unique and Masses will be livestreamed as indicated difficult time. I am praying that a deeper love and longing for Holy Eucharist and an Saturday, May 16: 5:00 PM Mary Louise Wenz Edelmann appreciation for one another will be the fruits —Catherine & Irving of this journey... Please keep praying the Mothers Day Novena rosary each day throughout our time apart and Sunday, May 17: via Facebook long after we are together again. 9:30 AM en Español 11:00 AM The People of the Parish I am grateful to those who continue your Robert Wright—Nancy Wright & Family Mothers Day Novena financial support of the parish. Every gift is so

Monday, May 18: via Facebook important!

12:00 PM Robert Wright—Nancy Wright & Family Mothers Day Novena Having the church building closed and

Tuesday, May 19: via Facebook the office closed to the public is so sad... I am 12:00 PM Delia & Ferry so conscious that we are about people and —The O’Neill Family about the building up of a community of faith... Wednesday, May 20: via Facebook We need each other to be who we are! What 12:00 PM will the new normal be? Only God knows! Thursday, May 21: via Facebook 12:00 PM As Padre Pio said: PRAY! HOPE! and DON'T

Friday, May 22: via Facebook WORRY! 12:00 PM I have had the catheter implanted in Saturday, May 23: 5:00 PM Joseph Jean-Baptiste preparation for dialysis, and hope that when —The Jean-Baptiste Family you read this it will have started... I know I will need your prayers as dialysis continues and my sister and I prepare for the transplant... Your faith and love sustain me now more than ever. I am eternally grateful! Know that you are in my heart and prayers throughout each day.

May the Lord always give us the strength to do HIS will here at St. Brendan!

Peace and blessings,

Father Peter May 17, 2020 ST. BRENDAN ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH PAGE THREE

PRAY FOR OUR SHEPHERDS Every day the priests of the Diocese pray for one of their brother priests. We invite you to join us in praying for all the priests of the diocese every day and in a special way, the particular priest scheduled for the day. May 17 Stephen P. Lynch Please Pray for... May 18 Thomas C. Machalski Nick Campanella Joseph Lanni May 19 John J. Maduri Christine DeChirico Carolann Martinez May 20 Peter A. Mahoney Fran DeChirico Guadalupe B. McKenzie Elizabeth Franks Jonathan Nash May 21 John H. Maksymowicz Bonnie Gould Elisa Riedl May 22 Joseph P. Malagreca William Hager Violeta Robbins May 23 John P. Maloney

Angelo Ippolito Patricia Sachs We also invite you to join with the priests of the Lillian Ippolito Lee Sy John La Verdi Roisin Tansey Diocese and pray daily for the permanent deacons of the Diocese, their co-laborers in ministry.

TODAY’S READINGS

First Reading — The people of Samaria accepted the word of God preached by Philip; they received the FORMED Holy Spirit (Acts 8:5-8, 14-17). We encourage everyone to sign up for Psalm — Let all the earth cry out to God with joy (Psalm 66) FORMED, an online Faith Formation service. Second Reading — Act with gentleness and reverence toward Programs include all, so that when you are maligned those Books, Audio Talks, Meditations, who defame you will be the ones put to Movies, Documentaries, shame (1 Peter 3:15-18). Scripture Studies, Lives of the . Gospel — I will not leave you orphans, but will come to you (John 14:15-21). Available in both English and Spanish.

St. Brendan’s has already paid the READINGS FOR THE WEEK registration fee, so it’s FREE for you to use.

Monday: Acts 16:11-15; Ps 149:1b-6a, 9b; To sign up: Jn 15:26 — 16:4a 1. Visit FORMED.org Tuesday: Acts 16:22-34; Ps 138:1-3, 7c-8; Jn 16:5-11 2. Click Sign Up Wednesday: Acts 17:15, 22 — 18:1; Ps 148:1-2, 11-14; Jn 16:12-15 3. Select I Belong to a Parish or Organization

Thursday: Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; Eph 1:17-23; 4. Find your parish by name (St. Brendan) Mt 28:16-20 or by ZIP Code (11230)

Friday: Acts 18:9-18; Ps 47:2-7; Jn 16:20-23 5. Enter your email

Saturday: Acts 18:23-28; Ps 47:2-3, 8-10; Jn 16:23b-28

2020 Census We encourage everyone to complete the 2020 Census, a critical component in securing federal funding for local needs. Every household should participate.

You can complete the Census: By phone (844-330-2020), By mail (using the Census Bureau Questionnaire), Or online (https://my2020census.gov/) PAGE FOUR ST. BRENDAN ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH May 17, 2020

Our Call to Christian Stewardship

“As each has received a gift, employ it for one another as good stewards of God’s grace.” (1 Peter 4:10)

Please make every effort to continue your regular support of the Parish. We are dependent upon that support in order to pay our bills & maintain our staff. St. Brendan-Morning Star Council No. 294 We thank you for your help during this difficult time. invites all parishioners to join us for our monthly Rosary for Life & Vocations, to be next held on TBD ————————————————————— St. Brendan-Morning Star Council No. 294 Giving has never been easier! invites all Knights to come together in fraternity and join us for our monthly Knights Mass, to Schedule recurring gifts or make one-time be next held on TBD donations on any device —————————————————————

Computer • Tablet •Smartphone For more information regarding St. Brendan-Morning Star Council No. 294: http://www.sites.google.com/view/KofC294

Prayer for the of

www.stbrendan-brooklyn.org Father Michael J. McGivney God, our Father, protector of the Select the Ways to Give tab and click poor and defender of the widow the Online Giving logo and orphan, you called your priest, Father Michael J. McGivney, to be an apostle of God and Father of all gifts, Christian family life and to we praise you, the source of all who lead the young to the generous we are. Teach us to acknowledge service of their neighbor. always with generous gratitude the Through the example of his life many good things your infinite love and virtue may we follow your has given us, as together we support Son, Jesus Christ, more closely, fulfilling his commandment the work of the Church in Brooklyn of charity and building up his Body which is the Church. and Queens. Open our hearts that we Let the inspiration of your servant prompt us to greater may answer your call to follow the confidence in your love so that we may continue his work of message of the Gospel as caring for the needy and the outcast. We humbly ask that you disciples in love and service, so that glorify your venerable servant Father Michael J. McGivney on Parish Goal all may come to know You by the earth according to the design of your holy will. example of our faith and good works. Through his intercession, grant the favor I now present $27,939 We ask this through our Lord Jesus (here make your request). Christ, your Son, who lives and Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Raised reigns with your and the Holy Spirit, on God, for ever and ever. STATIONS OF THE CROSS MEMORIALS $ 7,006 Amen We would like to offer you the opportunity to donate one of our NEW Chapel Stations of the Cross. Stations may be donated In Memory of a deceased We DO NOT ACCEPT clothing, shoes, bedding, loved one, In Honor of a living person, or etc. Please DO NOT place bags anywhere In Thanksgiving for an act of God’s grace. The around the church. Please contact the St. offering for each Station is $150, and an engraved Vincent de Paul Society to drop off any items plaque will be installed in the Chapel. you wish to donate by calling 718-491-2525. Please contact Bonina to reserve your Station. May 17, 2020 ST. BRENDAN ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH PAGE FIVE

Act of Spiritual Communion Act of Spiritual Communion , Cardinal Rafael Merry del Val St. At Thy feet, O my Jesus, I prostrate myself and I My Jesus, I believe that you are in the offer Thee repentance of my contrite heart, Blessed Sacrament. I love you above all which is humbled in its nothingness and in Thy things, and I long for you in my soul. holy presence. I adore Thee in the Sacrament of Since I cannot now receive you Thy love, the ineffable Eucharist. I desire to sacramentally, come at least spiritually receive Thee into the poor dwelling that my heart offers Thee. While waiting for the happiness of into my heart. As though you have sacramental communion, I wish to possess Thee already come, I embrace you and unite in spirit. Come to me, O my Jesus, since I, for myself entirely to you; never permit me my part, am coming to Thee! May Thy love to be separated from you. embrace my whole being in life and in death. Amen. I believe in Thee, I hope in Thee, I love Thee. Amen.

Pope Francis’s First Prayer for the Intercession of Mary during the Pandemic O Mary, you always shine on our path as a sign of salvation and of hope. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick, who at the cross took part in Jesus’ pain, keeping your faith firm.

You, Salvation of Your People, know what we need, and we are sure you will provide so that, as in Cana of Galilee, we may return to joy and to feasting after this time of trial.

Help us, Mother of Divine Love, to conform to the will of the Father and to do as we are told by Jesus, who has taken upon himself our sufferings and carried our sorrows to lead us, through the cross, to the joy of the resurrection. Amen.

Under your protection, we seek refuge, Holy Mother of God. Do not disdain the entreaties of we who are in trial, but deliver us from every danger, O glorious and blessed Virgin. Amen. Francis’s Second Prayer for the Intercession of Mary during the Pandemic “We fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God”.

In the present tragic situation, when the whole world is prey to suffering and anxiety, we fly to you, Mother of God and our Mother, and seek refuge under your protection.

Virgin Mary, turn your merciful eyes towards us amid this coronavirus pandemic. Comfort those who are distraught and mourn their loved ones who have died, and at times are buried in a way that grieves them deeply. Be close to those who are concerned for their loved ones who are sick and who, in order to prevent the spread of the disease, cannot be close to them. Fill with hope those who are troubled by the uncertainty of the future and the consequences for the economy and employment.

Mother of God and our Mother, pray for us to God, the Father of mercies, that this great suffering may end and that hope and peace may dawn anew. Plead with your divine Son, as you did at Cana, so that the families of the sick and the victims be comforted, and their hearts be opened to confidence and trust. Protect those doctors, nurses, health workers and volunteers who are on the frontline of this emergency, and are risking their lives to save others. Support their heroic effort and grant them strength, generosity and continued health. Be close to those who assist the sick night and day, and to priests who, in their pastoral concern and fidelity to the Gospel, are trying to help and support everyone.

Blessed Virgin, illumine the minds of men and women engaged in scientific research, that they may find effective solutions to overcome this virus.

Support national leaders, that with wisdom, solicitude and generosity they may come to the aid of those lacking the basic necessities of life and may devise social and economic solutions inspired by farsightedness and solidarity.

Mary Most Holy, stir our consciences, so that the enormous funds invested in developing and stockpiling arms will instead be spent on promoting effective research on how to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.

Beloved Mother, help us realize that we are all members of one great family and to recognize the bond that unites us, so that, in a spirit of fraternity and solidarity, we can help to alleviate countless situations of poverty and need. Make us strong in faith, persevering in service, constant in prayer.

Mary, Consolation of the afflicted, embrace all your children in distress and pray that God will stretch out his all-powerful hand and free us from this terrible pandemic, so that life can serenely resume its normal course.

To you, who shine on our journey as a sign of salvation and hope, do we entrust ourselves, O Clement, O Loving, O Sweet Virgin Mary. Amen. PAGE SIX ST. BRENDAN ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH May 17, 2020

LECTURAS DE HOY Sexto Domingo de Pascua 17 de mayo de 2020 Primera lectura — Pedro y Juan les impusieron las manos, y “Yo le rogaré al Padre recibieron el Espíritu Santo y él les enviará . . . el Espíritu de (Hechos 8:5-8, 14-17). verdad”. Salmo — Que aclame a Dios con alegría toda la tierra — Juan 14:16–17 (Salmo 66 [65]). Segunda lectura — Cristo murió en la carne, y luego resucitó por el Espíritu (1 Pedro 3:15-18). Evangelio — Yo rogaré al Padre y les dará otro Protector Oración del Papa Francisco a (Juan 14:15-21). María durante la pandemia de coronavirus LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA

Oh María, siempre brillas en nuestro camino Lunes: Hch 16:11-15; Sal 149:1b-6a, 9b; como un signo de salvación y de esperanza. Jn 15:26 — 16:4a Nos encomendamos a ti, Salud de los Martes: Hch 16:22-34; Sal 138 (137):1-3, 7c-8; enfermos, que en la cruz tomó parte en el Jn 16:5-11 dolor de Jesús, manteniendo su firme fe. Miércoles: Hch 17:15, 22 — 18:1; Sal 148:1-2, 11-14; Jn 16:12-15 Usted, Salvación de su pueblo, sabe lo que Jueves: Hch 1:1-11; Sal 47 (46) :2-3, 6-9; necesitamos, y estamos seguros de que lo Ef 1:17-23; Mt 28:16-20 proporcionará para que, como en Caná de Viernes: Hch 18:9-18; Sal 47 (46):2-7; Jn 16:20-23 Galilea, podamos regresar a la alegría y a la Sábado: Hch 18:23-28; Sal 47 (46):2-3, 8-10; fiesta después de este tiempo de prueba. Jn 16:23b-28

Ayúdanos, Madre del Amor Divino, a conformarnos a la voluntad del Padre y a hacer lo que Jesús nos ordena, quien ha Acto de comunión espiritual de San Alfonso Liguori asumido nuestros sufrimientos y ha llevado nuestras penas para guiarnos, a través de la Jesús mío, creo que estás en el Santísimo cruz, al gozo del Resurrección. Amén. Sacramento. Te amo por encima de todas las cosas, y te anhelo en mi alma. Como ahora Bajo su protección, buscamos refugio, no puedo recibirte sacramentalmente, entra al Santa Madre de Dios. No desprecies las menos espiritualmente en mi corazón. Como súplicas de los que estamos en juicio, sino si ya hubieras venido, te abrazo y me uno líbranos de todo peligro, oh Virgen gloriosa y completamente a ti; nunca permitas que me bendita. Amén. separe de ti. Amén. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Acto de comunión espiritual de Siervo de Dios, Cardenal Rafael Merry del Val

A tus pies, oh Jesús mío, me postro y te ofrezco el arrepentimiento de mi contrito corazón, que se humilla en su nada y en tu santa presencia. Te adoro en el sacramento de tu amor, la inefable Eucaristía. Deseo recibirte en la pobre vivienda que mi corazón Por mi parte, mi familia y yo, serviremos al Señor! te ofrece. Mientras espera el felicidad de la Joshua 24.15 comunión sacramental, deseo tenerte en espíritu. ¡Ven a mí, oh Jesús mío, ya que yo, NO ACEPTAMOS ropa, zapatos, ropa de cama, por mi parte, voy a Ti! Que tu amor abrace etc. NO coloque bolsas en ningún lugar alrededor todo mi ser en la vida y en la muerte. de la iglesia. Llame a la Sociedad de San Vicente Creo en ti, espero en ti, te amo a ti. Amén. de Paúl para dejar cualquier artículo que desee donar llamando al 718-491-2525. May 17, 2020 ST. BRENDAN ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH PAGE SEVEN

BAPTISMS: This Week At Saint Brendan Parish We celebrate the Sacrament of Baptism twice each Sun., May 17 8-11 AM Faith Formation Program Auditorium, month. Baptisms are celebrated in English on the Clonfert Center second Saturday of the month. Spanish Baptisms are celebrated on the fourth Saturday of the month. 12-3 PM Spanish Children’s Choir Auditorium All Baptisms are celebrated at 12 Noon. 3-5 PM Folk Dance Auditorium Arrangements must be made in advance with a Mon., May 18 6-7 PM Choir Practice Parish Hall member of the Pastoral Staff. RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF 7:30-9 PM Charismatic Prayer Group Clonfert Center ADULTS is a process for adults who wish to be Tues., May 19 6-7 PM Coro Hispano Church baptized into the Catholic faith. Information about this program, or about reception of First Eucharist - - 7 PM- -Men’s - Prayer - Group - - Villani - Center and Confirmation for adults, is available at the Wed., May 20 1-2 PM Women’s Prayer Shawl Villani Center Rectory. 7-9 PM MARRIAGES: Reunion Servidores ParishHall Arrangements should be made at least six months Thurs.,ALL May 21 6-7 PM EVENTSCoro Hispano Church in advance and participation in the Diocesan 6:30-8:30 PM Confirmation Class Clonfert Center Pre-Cana Program is required. Offering is $500 7-9 PM Circulo Oracion Parish Hall with or without music. SICK AND HOMEBOUND: Fri.,CANCELLED May 22 5:30-7 PM Girl Scouts Auditorium Eucharistic Ministers are available to bring Holy 7-9 PM Boy Scouts Auditorium, Gym Communion to those unable to come to Mass. In Sat., May 23 Ukrainian Heritage Clonfert Center, 9AM-4PM the event of serious illness please request the - - - -School - - - -Auditorium - Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. PARISH REGISTRATION: 12-1 PM Fitness Class Gym All parishioners are asked to register so that we 4:45-6:45 PM RICA Villani Center may know you and provide reference letters when Sun., May 24 8-11 AM Faith Formation Program Auditorium, necessary. Clonfert Center APPOINTMENTS TO SEE A PRIEST: 12-3 PM Spanish Children’s Choir Auditorium If you would like to meet with a priest of the Parish, please call the Rectory for an appointment. 3-5 PM Folk Dance Auditorium By Order of the Bishop of Brooklyn, and in Compliance with A NOTE TO OUR New York State Regulations, The Church PARISHIONERS

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