OUR LADY OF GRACE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH10005 159 AVENUE, HOWARD BEACH, NY 11414Rev. Marc Swartvagher, Pastor Rev. Mr. Alexander Breviario, Parish DeaconPARISH OFFICE 10005 159th Avenue Howard Beach, NY 11414(718)8436218 fax (718) 7388208 Monday to Friday 9:30 a.m.5:00 p.m. www.olghb.org [email protected]OUR LADY OF GRACECATHOLIC ACADEMYMs. Marybeth McManus, Principal 15820 101st Street Howard Beach, NY 11414(718) 8487440www.AMCAhb.org [email protected]OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Mrs. Jeanne Antonino, Director 15820 101st Street Howard Beach, NY 11414 (718) 8352165 www.olghb.org / educaon[email protected]MASS SCHEDULEMonday to Saturday at 8:30 a.m.Saturday Vigil at 5:00 pm., Sunday at 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12 Noon & 7:00 p.m.
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OUR LADY OF GRACE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH�100�05 159�� AVENUE, HOWARD BEACH, NY 11414�
Rev. Marc Swartvagher, Pastor Rev. Mr. Alexander Breviario, Parish Deacon�
Saturday Vigil at 5:00 pm., Sunday at 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12 Noon & 7:00 p.m.�
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MASS INTENTIONS Sunday, April 1, 2018—The Resurrection of the Lord
Acts 10:34a, 37�43/Ps 118:1�2, 16�17, 22�23 [24]/Col 3:1�4 or 1
Cor 5:6b�8/Jn 20:1�9 or Mk 16:1�7or Lk 24:13�35
8:00 pm Special Intentions and
Saturday For People of Parish
Easter Vigil
8:00 am Patrick Connolly, Sr.
By Frank Connolly’s Family
10:00 am Deceased Members of the
Guarrella Family
By George and Nella
12:00 Noon Alfred and Minnie Molini
By Eileen and Peter Monteleone
—————————No Seven Mass——————————-
Monday, April 2, 2018
Acts 2:14, 22�33/Ps 16:1�2, 5, 7�8, 9�10, 11 [1]/Mt 28:8�15 8:30 am Paul and Luigi Trinchese By Family Tuesday, April 3, 2018
Acts 2:36�41/Ps 33:4�5, 18�19, 20, 22 [5b]/Jn 20:11�18 � 8:30 am Fabrizio Esposito By Barbara and Nick Mangialardi Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Acts 3:1�10/Ps 105:1�2, 3�4, 6�7, 8�9 [3b]/Lk 24:13�35 8:30 am Maria and Jack Byrne By Family Thursday, April 5, 2018
�Acts 3:11�26/Ps 8:2, 5, 6�7, 8�9 [2ab]/Lk 24:35�48 8:30 am Stephen Cassella By Mildred Cassella and sister, Gina Friday, April 6, 2018
Acts 4:1�12/Ps 118:1�2, 4, 22�24, 25�27 [22]/Jn 21:1�14 8:30 am Purgatorial Society Saturday, April 7, 2018
Acts 4:13�21/Ps 118:1, 14�15, 16�18, 19�21 [21a]/Mk 16:9�15 8:30 am In Honor of Padre Pio By Ralph Pugliano and Family Sunday, April 8, 2018-Divine Mercy Sunday
Acts 4:32�35/Ps 118:2�4, 13�15, 22�24 [1]/1 Jn 5:1�6/Jn 20:19�31 5:00 pm Lucy DiPippa Saturday By Donna Ryan and Guy Leach Vigil Donald F. Rowland (25th Anniversary) By The Rowland Family
MASS INTENTIONS (cont’d) Sunday, April 8, 2018-Divine Mercy Sunday
MEMORIAL GIFT�The Altar Candles this week is in memory of�
GILBERTO ALVAREZ�
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A MESSAGE FROM OUR PASTOR….
Dear Parishioners,�
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� Alleluia! Alleluia! Jesus is Risen, Alleluia!�
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� With Easter joy we celebrate the great news of our salva1on. Together, during the
weeks of Lent and the past Holy Week, we have been touched by the story of Jesus’ passion,
death and resurrec1on. By recalling the Paschal Mystery in our prayers and liturgies, He invites us now to share
in His victory over sin and death.�
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� As we journey through this new Easter season, I encourage you to con1nue with the spiritual progress
you have obtained with moments of prayer, fas1ng and almsgiving. I invite you to connect with many of the
different offerings for spiritual growth that are available each week here at Our Lady of Grace. Some of these
opportuni1es include Holy Hour, Scripture Study, Choir, Men’s Group, Youth Ministry and so much more I also
would like to encourage those who want to know more about their faith, or who are in need of any of the sacra-
ments of ini1a1on (Bap1sm, Communion or Confirma1on), to join in the parish’s Rite of Chris1an Ini1a1on for
Adults. These classes meet on Tuesday evenings at 7:30 pm in the convent building. For more informa1on on
the RCIA process, please contact me at the rectory office.�
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� On behalf of Deacon Alex, the rectory staff and myself, we extend to you our Easter prayers �
and blessings.�
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� A blessed and joyous Easter!�
� � � � � � � � Sincerely Yours in Christ,� � � �
� � � � � � � Fr. Marc Swartvagher�
PRAYERS AND INTENTIONS�
Please pray for the sick members of our parish:�
Bob Acosta, Louis Barillaro, Gus Castagna, Ron Castagna, Fr. Peter Coffey, Gianni Colantuoni,
Joseph Criscuola Jr., Richard D’Attile, Maria Dibartolomeo, Bill Esposito, Msgr. William Flood,
Giuseppe Frandina, Matthew Gendron, Christine Genzone, James Hantzepetros, Marie Hoffman, Thomas Hurlman, Kathleen Krieg, Kaudia Krieg, Kathy Lewis, Victor Listorti, Baby Joseph Love,
Anna Maffettone, Barbara Marcone, William Masino, Eileen Monteleone, Angela Parrino, Anthony Patti,
Stella Pepe, Silvio Pironi, Catherine, Tony and Dorothy Pollari, Dolores Pullara, Lucy Sabatino, David Salerno,
Roseann Salerno, Antonina Tambene, Debbie Tufano, Denise Tully, Frank Zampaglione
Parishioners will be listed on the “Prayers and Intentions” list for one month, unless the Rectory is notified by a family member to keep the name listed for a longer period of time.
RECONCILIATION: Saturdays: 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm and by appointment�
BAPTISMS:� Bap1sms are held the second Sunday of the month at 2:00 pm. Please call the Rectory to �� � schedule an appointment with Fr. Marc Swartvagher to arrange the Bap1sm. �
MARRIAGE:� Engaged couples must call the Rectory for an appointment at least SIX months prior to scheduling � � a wedding date.��
ANOINTING � Anyone who expects to be hospitalized may come for an Anoin1ng of the Sick aGer the �OF THE SICK � 8:30 am Mass �on Saturdays. If it is an emergency, please call the Rectory.�
Youth Ministries� Steven and Gina Marie Eriquez�Steven: 917�836�4985 Gina: 917�836�8789�
Parish Staff��
Pastor:�Rev. Marc Swartvagher�
Pastor Emeritus:�Rev. Anthony M. Rucando�
Parish Deacon:�Rev. Mr. Alexander Breviario�
Director of Religious Educa�on:�Mrs. Jeanne Antonino�
Directors of Youth Ministries:�Steven and Gina Marie Eriquez�
Coordinators of the Ministry of Care & Service�Mrs. Jeannie Ruvolo and Mrs. Kathy Pascarella�
B R O O K L Y N P R I E S T S . O R G �Invi�ng young men to consider the Lord’s call to priesthood in the diocese of Brooklyn & Queens. �
Priesthood * Discernment * Stories * Get Involved!�
V O C A T I O N S C O R N E R:
From the Voca1on Office, Diocese of Brooklyn�7200 Douglaston Parkway, Douglaston NY 11362�
Fr. Sean M. Suckiel, Director of Voca%ons�718�827�2454 voca%[email protected]�
Fraternitas: A program for boys in 6�8th grades. These are monthly gatherings held at Cathedral Prep on the third Saturday of the month from 1�5 pm with �Catechesis, sports and Sunday Vigil Mass.��
Jeremiah Project: A discernment group for public and Catholic high school students. Any young man of high school age is welcome. It is a monthly overnight, to �experience Christ through fraternity and prayer. The overnights are held at Cathedral Seminary. Our remain-ing overnight encounters are April 6�7 and May 4�5.�
Hundredfold Workshop: On Saturday, April 14th, a workshop will be offered for clergy, parish voca�on com-mi>ee members, catechists and teachers. This work-shop will be offered in both English and Spanish. Learn how to promote voca�ons in your parish and how to make a concrete plan for your parish ministry. The day will begin at 9 am and conclude at 3 pm at the �Immaculate Concep�on Center in Douglaston.�
If I go to seminary, does that mean I’m going to �become a priest? If I enter a religious order, will I �automa�cally become a nun for life?�No. This is me of further discernment. If you go to the convent and then start to feel unpeaceful, or think you want to date a�er all, you can leave. Simple as that. Same with seminary. (By the way, most people, even if they leave, are very grateful for their me in formaon. It’ll make you a be#er Catholic for the rest of your life.)�
I admit it. I’ve actually thought about becoming a priest.�You’re in good company. Though they o�en won’t admit it,
tons of Catholic guys have passing thoughts about the priest-
hood. The problem is, they typically shove the thoughts aside
� either because they’re afraid of celibacy, or think they’re not
good enough. Instead of ignoring these thoughts, find out
what priesthood is really liked! If you really want to know,
read “To Save a Thousand Souls: A Guide for Discerning a
Voca�on to the Diocesan Priesthood.”�
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Eucharis1c Adora1on Hours �
Wednesday mornings 9:15�11:00 am�
Wednesday evenings from 7:30�8:30 pm�
First Fridays from 9:15 � 11:00 am�
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The Holy Hour on Wednesday nights is dedicated for voca1ons to the priesthood.�
Our Lady of Grace �Ministry of Care & Service�
158�08 101 Street 718�845�6635�
Please note the Pantry is closed this week. �They will resume their normal hours of opera1on �
(Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 am � 1:00 pm) �on Tuesday, April 10th.�
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The volunteers of Care and Service wish everyone a happy and blessed Easter!�
“Peter’s ‘Postles” �Men’s Ministry�
Tuesdays 7:30 pm�
Join the men of Our Lady of Grace and St. Helen �
parishes as they read and discuss the upcoming week-
end’s Scripture readings. They meet every Tuesday at
7:30 pm�9:30 pm for Chrisan fellowship with a desire
to deepen our understanding of faith and our belief in
Jesus Christ. Mee�ngs alternate between both parishes
on a weekly basis. For informaon or for their sched-
ule, please call Deacon Alex at: 917�214�0760.�
OLG’s Spring Bereavement Group will meet for �seven consecu1ve Wednesdays from �
Febuary 28 through April 11 at 7:00 pm �in OLG’s Community Room (rectory basement.)�
The goal of the Bereavement Group is to take you on a crea1ve journey of self�discovery through personal �stories, prayerful media1ons, songs and craGs. An �inner reflec1on will awaken you to recognize that �Jesus is in your midst, especially during 1mes of �sorrow, as the disciples eventually became aware that it was Jesus walking with them on the road to �Emmaus. Please call the rectory for details.�
Any family who would like to host the “Voca�on Chalice” and pray for priests and religious voca1ons is asked to sign up aGer
Mass on Sundays or call the rectory �weekdays between 9:30 am� 4:30 pm.�
OUR LADY OF GRACE YOUTH MINISTRY
The Youth Group meets Fridays from 7:30
to 9:30 pm. Ages: Middle School (Grades
6�8) and teens from 9th grade and up. �
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The Youth Choir rehearses on Tuesday
evenings at 7:30 in the convent. �
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For more informa1on regarding our Youth Ministry,
please contact Steven Eriquez at 917�836�4985.�
Will Your Child be 5 Years Old by December 31, 2018?
Then It’s �me for Kindergarten!��
Let your child take flight �in a faith�based, caring environment! �
� Enroll now for 2018�19.��
Tui1on Assistance is available but you must apply by April 30, 2018 at www.futuresineduca1on.org. �
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To learn about the benefits of a values�based �educa1on, please contact:�
Principal Marybeth McManus at 718�848�7440�
Scripture Sharing Resumes�
Arise Together in Christ � Season IV is over. �
All parcipants had a wonderful faith�filled �
experience. However, learning about Jesus
through Scripture does not end with Arise. Every Tuesday
at 7:15 pm in the convent, Scripture Sharing takes place.
It’s the me we focus on the upcoming Sunday readings
and compare them to situaons in our own life. All are �
invited. The only thing you need is the desire to learn
more about Jesus. So if you skipped Arise, now is your
chance to get on board and find out what all the �
parcipants of Arise are talking about. It is never too
late to start awakening yourself up to Scripture reading.
Don’t let that beauful light go out! Join us every Tuesday �evening star�ng April 10th at 7:15 in the convent to keep
that flame burning!�
The Rosary Society will aMend the 10:00 am
Mass next Sunday. Their mee1ng will follow
in the auditorium. All are welcome!�
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Our next “Second Sunday Social” takes place �
next Sunday in the Community Room, �
following the 10:00 am Mass. �
Please join us for coffee, tea �
and refreshments!�
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Annual Catholic Appeal 2018��
The goal at Our Lady of Grace is $43,201. Once we exceed our goal, we will then receive 100% of all funds
raised above this figure directly back to our parish. �
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Please answer the call to feed the hungry, welcome strangers, visit the sick and imprisoned, honor our elders,
celebrate the Eucharist and educate and make disciples of all na1ons!�
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If in the past you had made a pledge to the Annual Catholic Appeal, you should already have received a commit-
ment card in the mail. If not, below is a commitment form that you can use. I ask that you prayerfully consider
suppor1ng this year’s campaign. If you have not yet had the opportunity to make a pledge, please look for �
commitment informa1on in our church ves1bule. �
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For ques1ons regarding the Annual Catholic Appeal, or to schedule an appointment to make a
giG to the parish, please contact our parish office: 718�843�6218.�
Please make your tax�deduc1ble check payable to Annual Catholic Appeal and enclose it with this Commitment
Form and mail it to the address below or place it in an envelope and put it in our offertory baskets at any of our
