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December 2, 2018 First Sunday of Advent
Center Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
(9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in July & August)
631.271.4455 (phone) ÷ 631.271.1415 (fax)
website: www.stelizabeth.org email: [email protected]
Pastoral Team
Pastoral Council and Trustees
Support Staff
Trinity Regional School Miss Jean Morcone, Principal
631-261-5130
Council Jerry Asher Jennifer Ceonzo Marie Dybec Mark Haweny Linda Iadevaia
John Kozlowski Donald Mueller Fr. Irinel Racos Chris Sailon Meredith Szypot Trustees
David Klaum Kathleen McIntyre
Business Office Kim Mergl Ext. 303 [email protected]
Communications Elvira Luckstone Ext. 311 [email protected]
Reception Desk Connie Falen Mary Ann Kies Mary McNamara
Ext. 301 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Religious Education Jeanne Beirne Ext. 302 [email protected]
Father Irinel Racos - Pastor Ext. 313 [email protected]
Deacon John Failla - Pastoral Associate Ext. 316 [email protected]
Virgil Barkauskas - Director, Music Ext. 307 [email protected]
Mary Calabrese - Director, Sacramental and Adult Formation Ext. 321 [email protected]
MaryAnn Giannettino - Director, Parish Social Ministry Ext. 309 [email protected]
Harry Perepeluk - Business and Facilities Manager Ext. 304 [email protected]
Lois Szypot - Director, Religious Education Ext. 308 [email protected]
Dan Haggerty - Youth Minister Ext. 310 [email protected]
Jeanne Victor - Director, Liturgy Ext. 318 [email protected]
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We invite all new members of our parish community to register at the Center. We also encourage you to join one of our numerous parish ministries, so that you may acquire a deeper sense of belonging and accomplishment serving the needs of others.
Celebration of the Eucharist Weekdays (Monday to Thursday) at 9:30 a.m.
Saturdays at 5:00 p.m. (Vigil for Sunday)
Sundays at 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. (Family Mass) and Noon
Holy days usually at 9:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. (Please check the bulletin or website.)
Becoming a Catholic or Adult Confirmation Are you interested in becoming Catholic? Were you never Confirmed and now find that you would like to complete your Sacraments of Initiation? Are you interested in finding out more about the Catholic faith? If you answered “Yes” to any of these questions, then Faith Formation is for you! Call the Parish Center for more information.
Baptism Baptisms are celebrated on various Sundays throughout the year at 1:15 p.m. You are encouraged to register for the baptism BEFORE YOUR CHILD IS BORN, so that it is easier to attend the required Baptism Preparation Class. Please call the Center and we will be happy to set up an appointment. Many parents also use this opportunity to register in the Parish as a new parishioner. Information about Godparents is available on the website.
Marriage We are happy to arrange for your wedding. First, we have the marriage interview and then we can set the date for the wedding. More information is available on the website. Please call the Center for an appointment and we will be happy to help you!
Reconciliation Confessions are heard in our Church Reconciliation Room (in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel) on Saturdays from 4:00 until 4:45 p.m. You are also welcome to call the Center and make an appointment to celebrate the Sacrament.
Anointing of the Sick We encourage all those eligible for this Sacrament to be anointed after the Noon Mass on the first Sunday of the month or by calling the Center. Those eligible are those who are about to undergo an operation; are suffering from serious illness and the condition has worsened; or are enduring the weakening effects of advancing age and it has been one year since they were last anointed.
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Congratulations to Our Confirmandi
December 1, 2018
Most Reverend Robert Coyle Auxiliary Bishop of Rockville Centre
“The Advocate, the Holy Spirit…will teach you everything….” (John 14:26)
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Nicholas Abreu Kailee Adomaites Ian Agulto Kaitlyn Allen Vincent Aloe Ryan Azarieh Bernadette Bakke Donald Basedow Marisa Bobal Krysta Boninti James Burke Hailey Cafone Michael Cafone Talia Cafone Giovanni Cartisano Haylee Caserta William Chavez Kristy Chillemi Anthony Chiusano Owen Connolly Brooke Connor Gianna Conte Gavin Cooper Vincent DeLucia
Adriana DePrisco Michael DeSantis Marissa Emanuele Michael Emanuele Jack Fallon Stephen Farrell Joseph Fico Anthony Finuoli Lila Freire Alexander Gabriel Ryan Gannon Gabriel Gonzalez Samantha Greco Joseph Gurba Kristina Habeeb David Haller Fiona Hamilton Liam Hill Victoria Hocknell Joseph Iazzetta Gianna Inga Bianca Isernia Victoria Isernia
Justin Joseph Nathan Karpinos Paige Kessler Benjamin Koch Sebastian Koch Josie Koehler Jessica Kollmer Olivia Lambert-Cassar Kristina Lineen Ashley Magee Layla Marino Stephen Marrone Jake McCloskey Carly McEntee Daniel McGowan Ryan Meyer Sarah Mileo Declan Motherway Daniel Muccini Meghan Murray Ava Niemczyk Liam O’Brien Julia O’Gorman
Charlotte O’Hara Anthony Orgera Keelin Oswald William Piro Kevin Rankel Toby Rea Melissa Rodriguez Nicolas Saunders Angela Shedlow Jesse Shtino Madison Simon Grace Smawley Aerin Sorice Sean Sorice Mia Stampfel James Steigerwald Abigail Tavera Anthony Tilleli Joseph Tonna Erin Torres Brianne Turner Skyler Turner Marissa Wolff
** A Special Thanksgiving Thank You **
To our generous parishioners, our many Outreach workers and volunteers,
for their dedication to Jesus’ command: “For I was hungry and you gave me food.”
An extra special thank you to all those who so generously gave of their time as coordinators and to the following companies for their donations:
Pepsi Cola Bottling Company of N.Y. Money Store, Melville
Arrow Electronics BK Data and Freedom Mortgage
May God bless each and every one of you !
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Please visit our website for all the Thanksgiving pictures!
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Christmas Flowers
Would you like to make a donation toward Christmas flowers
in memory of or for the special intentions of
a loved one?
If so, please fill out the form below and either drop it in the collection basket at Mass, mail it, or bring it to the Parish Center. The suggested offering is $30 and can be made until Monday, December 31.
Please accept my Christmas flower donation of $30.00.
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY AND LEGIBLY. Names will be listed in the bulletin after the New Year. Be sure to note whether this is a
special intention or a memorial.
In memory of : rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
for the intentions of ____________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
Donation given by:
Name _____________________
Address _____________________
Phone _____________________
Our Christmas Schedule Monday, December 24
4:00 p.m. in the Church and in Msgr. Kane Hall
6:00 p.m. in the Church (Children’s Choir)
9:00 p.m. in the Church (preceded by Carols beginning at 8:00 p.m.)
Tuesday, December 25
8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. and Noon in the Church Noon in Msgr. Kane Hall
If you plan to attend either of the 4:00 p.m. Masses on Christmas Eve and would like to have a seat, please arrive early. Remember that saving seats causes hardship for families who have already come into the Church. Thank you!
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Please note that the Parish Center will be closed Christmas Eve, Monday, December 24 and Christmas Day, Tuesday, December 25.
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Holy Day of Obligation: Saturday, Dec. 8
Mass for the Holy Day will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m.
Mary’s Hour of Grace
from 12 Noon to 1:00 p.m. in the church. All are invited to this special observance
of the Rosary & Psalm 51.
Visit Our Catholic Gift Shop
Your source for g ifts of faith, hope and love….
It is in Room 103 and open when the
Parish Center is open, Monday to Friday,
9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Come shop for Advent
and Christmas!
We have Advent candles, candleholders,
wreaths and calendars along with Christmas
ornaments, nativity figurines, cards, “Keep
Christ in Christmas” car magnets, statues and
gifts.
We have varied items for Baptism, Communion,
and Confirmation such as crosses, rosaries,
pins, bookmarks, frames, jewelry, statues, gift
items and more!
Some People Might be
Wondering….
Why are there so few decorations in all areas of the Church during Advent? “Advent is a time of anticipation and waiting for the Christmas dawn. In early Advent, we streamline the environment, removing most plants, all flowers and other decorations in the Church, the Gathering Space and around the statues.” Our modest decorations include simple deep blue-violet banners to accent the season. We have come to recognize the Advent wreath as another visible sign of our four week Advent Journey. The Advent wreath will be placed in the Gathering Space, “close to the spot where you will eventually find the Christmas Creche. In this way, the Advent wreath will not take a place of dominance nor compete with the view of the altar.” In our comings and goings, we will be reminded of our joyful anticipation of the birth of Christ anew! (Sourcebook for Sundays, Seasons and Weekdays: 2019)
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Join the Knights of Columbus
for their Annual
Tree Lighting
Ceremony
on
Tuesday, December 4, 8:30 p.m. (immediately following Family Program)
We will gather outside next to the Rectory,
so dress warmly! Hot cocoa and cookies will follow in Msgr. Kane Hall.
Santa will be in
attendance this year, so bring your camera!
Everyone is welcome!
St. Elizabeth Senior Group
December 4
Vinny & Tina Vocalists
December 18
HEARING LOOP Our Church’s two main seating sections
have been wired with a hearing loop for hearing challenged parishioners. If you wear hearing aids, sit in a main seating section and click on your hearing aids’ T-coils.
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St. Elizabeth will host a
blood drive Sunday, December 16
from 8:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
Give the gift of life this season!
We will have appointment registration before and after each Mass the next two weekends in the Hospitality Room. Walk-in’s welcome.
Eligibility Criteria:
Bring donor card or identification. Minimun weight is 110 lbs. Ages 16-75.
No new tattoos for the past 12 months.
Questions? Contact Kevin Meneilly at 631.920.2145 or
Parish Outreach Christmas Activities
Do you have time to help with the parish Giving Tree and Toy Drive? If you have a few hours to give, this is the ministry for you and your family! The dates are listed below, Just complete this form and place it in collection basket, drop if off at the Center, or mail it (Attn: Christmas Ministry). Questions? Contact: Doreen at 631.271.2054 or email [email protected]; MaryAnn at 631.271.4455 x309 or email [email protected].
Christmas Activities Sign-up
NAME: ____________________________________________
PHONE: ___________________________________________
EMAIL: ____________________________________________
Other family members: ____________________________
_____________________________________________________
Giving Tree Replenishing of Ornaments
(after Mass) Dec. 8 Dec. 9
Dec. 15 Dec. 16
Toy Drive Collection
(before and after Mass) Dec. 8 Dec. 9
Dec. 15 Dec. 16
Sort & set up gift wrap, toys and stocking stuffers
Tuesday, December 18, 9 a.m.
First Reading: As Advent commences, we hear Isaiah, the mystic prophet of Israel. In an extended discourse, he speaks hopefully of the long anticipated new Davidic dynasty that has yet to be realized. This hoped-for Messiah will be the salvation of all Israel.
Responsorial Psalm 25: The psalm reminds us of the intimate connection between God and his people. God is available as teacher, guide and savior, pointing the way for all who humbly seek His ways. Although these verses are optimistic as a whole, Psalm 25 is a lament. This section affirms God’s forgiveness of sinners.
Second Reading: Paul’s powerful letter to the community at Thessalonica concludes with prayer and gratitude. His hope for the followers of Jesus is that they grow in love and persevere in right conduct as they continue to follow the Lord. Paul notes that he speaks not from his own authority; his instructions to them come “through the Lord Jesus.”
Gospel: Jesus speaks to his disciples about the cosmic occurrences at the time of the coming of the Son of Man. While others might be crushed with fear by the devastating reality of the end of the world, the followers of Jesus can stand with their heads held high, anticipating redemption. To be prepared for such a moment requires vigilance, however. They are called to watch and to pray, a foreshadowing of the instructions Jesus will give them in the Garden of Gethsemane as He faces the chaos and suffering of death on the Cross.
Hear our Prayers O Lord for…
the Deceased Lucille Hampton; Florence Levantino Howard McGuffog
the Sick Christopher Cracco; Cindy Fennessey Pat Kosubinsky; P.O. Colm Quigley John and Betty Regina; Thomas Ruggero Al Tomei
Our Servicemen and Women Ssgt. James Calfa, U.S. Army Tsgt. Mitchell Ciccarelli, U.S. Air Force Airman Dylan Ciccarelli, U.S. Air Force MIDN Brian Z. DiSalvo, U. S. Navy Capt. Thomas Frey, U.S.M.C. Lt. Brendan Johnston, U.S. Navy Cpl. Brad John Peck, U.S.M.C. Lt. Kiersten Spencer, U.S. Army Lt. Col. Kent Walsh, U.S. Army
Understanding the Sunday Readings First Sunday of Advent
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Banns of Marriage
Second Banns Erin Scanlon and Christopher Rebolini (both from St. Elizabeth)
Monday, December 3 Cindy Rottkamp
Tuesday, December 4 George Krysl
Wednesday, December 5 Bare & Helen Uhoda
Thursday, December 6 Jean Schier
Saturday, December 8 For the Parishioners of St. Elizabeth John Dellicarpini; Noel S. Pedersen Pura Toledo; Living Intentions of Harry & Nancy Perepeluk Sunday, December 9 Thomas Atteo; Jerry Caporaso Joseph Gentile; Brian Matthew Plante For the Parishioners of St. Elizabeth Bill Hendrick Saturday, December 8: Immaculate Conception 9:30 a.m. Fr. Irinel Racos 5:00 p.m. Fr. Eric Kasongo Sunday, December 9 8:00 a.m. Fr. Francois Eale 10:00 a.m. Fr. Irinel Racos Noon Fr. Irinel Racos 1:15 p.m. Baptisms: Fr. Irinel Racos
Mass Intentions, Presiders and Readings for the Week
Mass Intentions
Presiders
Weekly Readings
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9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
5:00 p.m.
8:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
Noon
Monday, December 3 Reading 1: Isaiah 2:1-5 Gospel: Matthew 8:5-11
Tuesday, December 4 Reading 1: Isaiah 11:1-10 Gospel: Luke 10:21-24
Wednesday, December 5 Reading 1: Isaiah 25:6-10a Gospel: Matthew 15:29-37
Thursday, December 6 Reading 1: Isaiah 26:1-6 Gospel: Matthew 7:21, 24-27
Friday, December 7 Reading 1: Isaiah 29:17-24 Gospel: Matthew 9:27-31
Saturday, December 8 Reading 1: Genesis 3:9-15, 20 Reading 2: Ephesians 1:3-6, 11-12 Gospel: Luke 1:26-38
Sunday, December 9: Second Sunday of Advent Reading 1: Baruch 5:1-9 Reading 2: Philippians 1:4-6, 8-11 Gospel: Luke 3:1-6
Bulletin Reflection “Be on guard,” Jesus warns in today’s Gospel, “lest your spirits become bloated with indulgence.” Let us heed His warning and follow the advice of St. Paul, conducting ourselves in a way pleasing to God, overflowing with love for one another.
Living Stewardship We are grateful this week for all stewards in our parish who embrace Stewardship by recognizing God as the origin of life, the giver of freedom, the source of all they have and all they are.
Eucharistic Minister, Lector and Altar Server Schedules
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Join us praying the Rosary
beginning at 9 a.m. every Wednesday
in Church.
Dec. 8 - Dec. 9 Dec 8, 5:00 PM Dec 9, 8:00 AM Dec 9, 10:00 AM Dec 9, 12:00 PM
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Theresa Ahlstrom - B1 Phyllis Verdolino - B2 Presider Presider - B3 Rich/Pat Scharpf - B4 John Wood, Sr. - B5 Anna Maria Cipriano - B6 Jennifer Ceonzo - C1 Donald Mueller - C2 Susan Hurd - C3 Diane Mueller - C4
Sharon De Lorenzo - B1 Presider Presider - B3 Bruce Geiser - B4 Diane Karcher - B6 Karen Cracco - C1 Mary Therese Geiser - C2 Patti Ann Olsen - C3 Pat Dillon - C4
Jeanne Beirne - B1 Ignacio Meneses - B2 Presider Presider - B3 Dennis Marchesiello - B4 Cathy Cangemi - B5 Ann Marie Marchesiello - B6 Michele/James Reilly - C1 Marguerite Melone - C2 Theresa Cartisano - C3 Jill Schwartz - C4
Marie Dybec - B1 Midge Thompson - B2 Presider Presider - B3 Deacon John Failla - B4 Donna Arnone - B5 Laura Morelli - B6 Joseph Arnone - C1 Al Thompson - C2 Joan Pollack - C3 Angelina Libardi - C4
READER John Toohey - R1 Nancy Miraglia - R2
Mike Conner - R1 Paula Conner - R2
Mark Haweny - R1 Junior Lector - R2
Jeanne Victor - R1 Ann Villella - R2
Altar Servers
Joseph Miraglia - A1 Grace Buckshaw - A2 Kate Buckshaw - A3
Nina Rodriguez - A1 Noelle Decker - A2 Marina Bonvicin - A3
Mycaela Reilly - A1 Jake Cartisano - A2 Mary Grace Reilly - A3
James Coronesi - A1 Anthony Coronesi - A2 Matthew Jacobs - A3
Dec. 15 - Dec. 16 Dec 15, 5:00 PM Dec 16, 8:00 AM Dec 16, 10:00 AM Dec 16, 12:00 PM
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Phyllis Verdolino - B1 Londa Schrager - B2 Presider Presider - B3 Pat D'Angelo - B4 Nancy Dunn - B5 Robert Scarabino - B6 Rich/Pat Scharpf - C1 John Toohey - C2 Marsha Berg - C3 Lisa Greene - C4
Andrea Frisenda - B1 Presider Presider - B3 Mary Therese Geiser - B4 Doris Morrison - B6 Bruce Geiser - C1 Art Frisenda - C2 David Tomlet - C3 Laura Vota - C4
John Kelly - B1 Linda Iadevaia - B2 Presider Presider - B3 Bob Ahlstrom - B4 Gayle Brady - B5 Anita Rosato - B6 Patricia Cellamare - C1 Eileen Conneely - C2 Doreen Boehme - C3 Gloria Lambert - C4
Dave Mesecher - B1 Ann Hanousek - B2 Presider Presider - B3 Jeanne Victor - B4 Angelina Libardi - B5 Dina Barbarino - B6 Al Thompson - C1 Midge Thompson - C2 Laura Morelli - C3 Marie Dybec - C4
READER Sheila Buhse - R1 Fran Mercolino - R2
David Klaum - R1 Jo Ann Messina - R2
Theresa Ahlstrom - R1 Junior Lector - R2
Chris Coronesi - R1 Tom Hanousek - R2
Altar Servers
Scott Martin - A1 Elizabeth Ceonzo - A2 Peter Ceonzo - A3
Kaitlin Chang - A1 Austin Chang - A2 Noelle Decker - A3
Vanessa Cronin - A1 Meghan Brady-Fuchsman - A2 Thomas Breaton - A3
John Rodriguez - A1 Joseph Coronesi - A2 Keith Mesecher - A3
We welcome into our parish and our community the following newly-baptized members:
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Small Fresh Meat Pkgs** Fresh Produce**
Vegetable Oil Eggs**
Apple Sauce Sugar
Baked Beans Crackers
Coffee and Tea Peanut Butter
Dry Milk Cereal**
Canned Beans Condiments
Tomato Sauce ** Cake & Brownie Mix
Mac & Cheese** Meat Meals**
Spaghetti** Jelly
Juice** Tissues**
Feminine Products** Deodorant
Toothbrushes Paper Towels
Laundry Detergent Diapers #5, 6
Dish Soap Razors
** We are in great need of these
items as we run low on them
often. (Thank you!)**
Special Note:
Produce, perishable meats, fruits,
vegetables, eggs and dairy products
are greatly appreciated but they must be brought to
the Parish Center between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday
to Friday. (4 p.m. for July & August.). Nonperishable
foods may be left in the Gathering Lobby.
Outreach is grateful for your generosity!
Outreach aims to aid people in accessing the
resources that will assist them in meeting their
basic needs.
Our Outreach Pantry is open:
Monday to Friday
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon
Phone: 631 . 351 . 2136
Outreach provides assistance with food,
information and referral to other agencies to
meet various family needs and other emergency
assistance.
Stewardship…..Treasure Sunday, November 18, 2018
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
FINANCE MINISTRY
2018 - $14,862 / 2017 - $19,229 (23% decrease from 2017)
MASS ATTENDANCE 2018 - 1,356 / 2017 - 1,536
(12% decrease from 2017)
Sunday, November 25, 2018 Our Lord Jesus Christ
FINANCE MINISTRY 2018 - $17,295 / 2017 - $18,230
(5% decrease from 2017) MASS ATTENDANCE
2018 - 1,360 / 2017 - 1,607 (15% decrease from 2017)
St. Elizabeth is sustained by the generosity of our parishioners through time, talent and treasure. For all that you do - thank you!
Outreach Need Help?
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Weekly Calendar of Events
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2018 CHURCH PARISH CENTER SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTER
SUNDAY December 2
8:00 a.m. Mass 10:00 a.m. Mass Rite of Acceptance 12 Noon Mass Anointing of the Sick
8 a.m. Catholic Daughters Greenery Pick-Up Hosp. Rm. 10:00 a.m. Children’s Dismissal at Mass 109 2 p.m. Christmas Pageant Rehearsal Msgr. Kane Hall
12 Noon Alcoholics Anonymous
MONDAY December 3
9:30 a.m. Mass 10 a.m. to Noon Eucharistic Adoration Begins at daily Mass and closes at Noon 4:30 p.m. Family Program
10 a.m. to Noon Outreach Assistance 101 10:15 a.m. Campaign Meeting Liturgy Resource Room 4:30 p.m. Family Program 7:30 p.m. Knights of Columbus K of C Room 7:30 p.m. Pastoral Council Liturgy Resource Room
10 a.m. Overeaters Anonymous (w/babysitting) 12 Noon Alcoholics Anonymous 6 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous (Women Only)
TUESDAY December 4
9:30 a.m. Mass 4:30 p.m. Family Program 7:15 p.m. Family Program
10 a.m. to Noon Outreach Assistance 101 4:30 p.m. Family Program 6 p.m. Christmas Pageant Rehearsal Msgr. Kane Hall 7:15 p.m. Family Program 8:30 p.m. K of C Christmas Tree Lighting Great Lawn
12 Noon Alcoholics Anonymous
WEDNESDAY December 5
9 a.m. Rosary 9:30 a.m. Mass 10 a.m. to Noon Eucharistic Adoration Begins at daily Mass and closes at Noon 4:30 p.m. Family Program 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice: Children 7:30 p.m. Choir Practice: Adults
10 a.m. to Noon Outreach Assistance 101 4:30 p.m. Family Program 6:30 p.m. Boy Scouts Ad Altare Msgr. Kane Hall 7:30 p.m. Boy Scouts Msgr. Kane Hall
10 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous 12 Noon Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous
THURSDAY December 6
9:30 a.m. Mass 10 a.m. to Noon Eucharistic Adoration Begins at daily Mass and closes at Noon 11:30 a.m. Ador: OLPH, Divine Mercy 7:15 p.m. Gr. 7 & 8 Confirmation Prog.
10 a.m. to Noon Outreach Assistance 101 7:15 p.m. Gr. 7 & 8 Confirmation Program
12 Noon Alcoholics Anonymous
FRIDAY December 7
9:30 a.m. Mass
10 a.m. to Noon Outreach Assistance 101
12 Noon Alcoholics Anonymous 7 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous 8:30 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous
SATURDAY December 8 Immaculate Conception
9:30 a.m. Holy Day Mass 12 Noon Mary’s Hour of Grace 4:00 to 4:45 p.m. Confessions 5:00 p.m. Mass
10:30 a.m. Christmas Pageant Dress Rehearsal MKH Giving Tree Collection at Mass
10 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous (Young People) 12 Noon Alcoholics Anonymous 1 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
of instrumental and choral music will be presented at
St. Anthony’s High School on Friday, December 7 and
Saturday, December 8 beginning at 7 p.m. in the
Auditorium. Call 631.271.2020 for more information.
FREE BENEFIT CONCERT Will be presented on Sunday, December 9 at 7 p.m.
At St. Joseph’s Church in Babylon Village, featuring
selections from Handel’s Messiah and Vivaldi’s Gloria.
Free will offerings of cash or checks made payable to
St. Joseph Church will be appreciated. Suggested
donation is $20 pp or $40 a family. All proceeds
benefit the Mercy Inn Soup Kitchen in Wyandanch.
Questions? Call 631.539.0957.
HEALING SONGS OF HOPE Will be presented on Thursday, December 6 at 7 p.m.
at St. Anne’s Church in Brentwood. Free Concert and
love offering will be followed by a church lighting
ceremony. Call 631.273.8113 for more information.
CELEBRATION OF MARY Join the Friends of the Seminary at the Seminary
on Saturday, December 8, beginning at
10 a.m. with Mass celebrated by Bishop Barres.
The day will include lunch, presentations and the
Cathedral Seminary Schola. Advance registration
required. $40 per guest. For reservations and
information, call 631.423.0483 x102 or email
HEALING MASS Will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 11,
at the Church of St. Anastasia,
45-14 245 Northern Boulevard in Douglaston
beginning at 7 p.m. with the Rosary, followed by Mass
and a Healing Service. For more information,
call 718.631.4454.
MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER Welcome Christ into your marriage by attending a
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next
weekends are February 8-10, 2019 in Huntington and
again April 26-28, 2019. For more information, call
John & Toni Torio at 877.697.9963
or visit www.wwmenyli.org
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