Sacramental Life Baptism: Scheduled Sundays at 1:30pm Parents should contact the Rectory before the birth of the child. Both parents must come for an interview with the priest or deacon. Class also required after the interview. Sacrament of Matrimony: Please call the rectory at least six months in advance for an appointment with a parish priest. A marriage preparation program is required. Penance/ Reconciliation: Saturdays 2:00—3:30pm Also by appointment Anointing of the Sick: Every second Monday after the 8:30am Mass. Also anytime by calling the rectory at 757-7435. Parish Mass Schedule: Saturday: 4:30pm Sunday: 8:00am, 10:00am, 12:00 noon 5:00pm Youth Mass (Christian Rock Mass) Monday—Friday: 8:30am Holy Days of Obligation: as announced. February 9, 2014 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI 29 Northgate Drive, Greenlawn, NY Telephone: 757-7435—FAX #757-0469 E-mail: [email protected]Website: www.stfrancisgreenlawn.org Parish Staff: Rev. Peter F. Kaczmarek, Pastor Msgr. Patrick Armshaw, Pastor Emeritus Deacon David Campbell Deacon Jean Cantave Deacon Allan D. Longo, Faith Formation Deacon James Byrne Office Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9:00am– 3:30pm; Friday 9:00am-12:30pm Closed 12:30pm—1:15pm Daily Evenings: By appointment only Devotional Life First Friday 9:00am—10:00am 8:00pm—10pm with Benediction Catholic Conversion R.C.I.A. Please call the rectory. Liturgy of the Hours In church Wednesday at 8:00am Rosary: Daily at 8:00am and 9:10am Charismatic Prayer Group Saturdays: 9:30am Peggy Evans: 424-6964 Holy Hours In the church Wednesdays: 7:00pm—8:00pm Fridays: 2:00pm—3:00pm Pastoral Advisory Council Neil Coscio, Chairperson: 261-0816 Haitian Mass Every 3rd Saturday: 6:30pm Deacon Jean Cantave :923-0556 Parish Programs Trinity Regional School 1025 Fifth Avenue E. Northport Principal: Jeanne Morcone Office: 261-5130 St. Vincent de Paul Society Meets semimonthly in the auditorium. 651-2655 In-Home Pre-Cana Seasonally in hosts home Coordinators: 271-3566 Deacon Allan & Lorraine Longo Little People’s Liturgy Sundays at the 10:00am Mass. Louise Mordarski: 796-2070 Rosy Mandel: 651-8431 PB&J Gang 3rd Sunday of the month Leslie Kulewicz: 754-2132 Ivonne Porpora: 499-3780 Faith Formation (1st through 8th grade) Religious Education Coordinator: Deacon Allan Longo: 754-6436 Music Ministry Adult Choir Director: Lynn M. Wilson Junior Choir Director: Marianne Craven 368-3141 [email protected]Youth Band Coordinator: Greg Gullotti: [email protected]Organists: Theresa Bissex Shira Fishkin Son Ministry/Youth Ministry Program Marian Zahra & Frank Maiello 516-458-5060 [email protected]Pastoral Care Road Angels: 261-4837 Communion to the Homebound: 514-9916 Ministry of Consolation & Bereavement Diane Lake: 499-0395 Liturgical Ministry Lector & Eucharistic Ministers Marilyn Reilly: 261-2093 New Parishioners Every family should be properly registered. Please stop in the sacristy after Sunday Mass or at the rectory office during office hours to pick up a census form.
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Sacramental Life
Baptism: Scheduled Sundays at 1:30pm
Parents should contact the Rectory before the birth of the child. Both parents must come for an interview with the priest or deacon. Class also required
after the interview.
Sacrament of Matrimony:
Please call the rectory at least six months in advance for an
appointment with a parish priest. A marriage preparation
program is required.
Penance/Reconciliation:
Saturdays 2:00—3:30pm Also by appointment
Anointing of the Sick: Every second Monday after the 8:30am Mass. Also anytime by calling the rectory at 757-7435.
Parish Mass Schedule: Saturday: 4:30pm
Sunday: 8:00am, 10:00am, 12:00 noon 5:00pm Youth Mass (Christian Rock Mass)
Monday—Friday: 8:30am Holy Days of Obligation: as announced.
February 9,
2014 5th Sunday in
Ordinary Time
ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI 29 Northgate Drive, Greenlawn, NY
registered. Please stop in the sacristy after Sunday Mass or at the rectory office
during office hours to pick up a census form.
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MASSES FOR THE WEEK
Please pray for the sick of the Parish
Saint Francis Parish/Huntington Hospital Eucharistic Schedule
First, Third, Fourth and Fifth Sundays of the Month Meet at 9:15am in Hospital Lobby February 16th: *Charles Giordano, Joe Clines, Gabriella Horvath, Bob Kiley, Lisa Love, Judy McKenna, Anita Modelewski, Carol O’Hea
Ministers for Saturday and Sunday
February 15th & 16th Saturday 4:30pm Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Jean Cantave, Tom Lemp, Ingrid Dejoie, Gabriella Horvath, Mary Schlaikjer Lector: Mary Lemp Altar Servers: Nicholas, Anthony & Vincent Alfiero Sunday 8:00am Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Jim Byrne, Bill Giordano, Joe Koferl, Michael Lobasso, Frank Neary Lector: Diane Lake Altar Servers: Julia Slawinski 10:00am Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Allan Longo, Lorraine Longo, Carol Nucci, Frank Brown, Phineas Reichert Lector: Neil Coscio Altar Servers: Daniel Troy 12:00pm Eucharistic Ministers: Josephine Klebenoff, Sidney Klebenoff, Lynda Kremmelbein, Pat Warhreit, Kathleen Dyckes Lector: Janice Reichert-Emprimo Altar Servers: Phineas & Tiernan Reichert 5:00pm Eucharistic Ministers: Ivonne Vega- Porpora, Diane French Lector: Jeff Froh Altar Servers: Michael Saxer
Mission Statement: St. Francis of Assisi Parish is a Christ-centered family of believers, celebrating Christ alive in our lives
through the inspiration of the Gospel, church teachings and traditions and the Sacraments. We are sensitive to the spiritual and temporal needs of God’s people, acknowledging their uniqueness and dignity and are dedicated to reaching out and serving them through prayer, liturgical celebrations
and social ministries. Guided by the Holy Spirit and nourished by the Holy Eucharist, we welcome all people with, respect and compassion. We are vigilant in protecting the rights of the most vulnerable.
In the tradition of our patron, St. Francis of Assisi, we put the “good news” of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ into action.
Sunday, February 9, 2014 8:00am St. Francis Parishioners 10:00am In Thanksgiving to St. Appolonia, Kate Porto+, Gabriel Nucci+(5th Anniv.) 12:00pm Stephan D. Gosman+, Paul Trasko+, Mary Buck+ 5:00pm Youth of St. Francis Monday, February 10, 2014 8:30am Ints. of Jack Plummer Tuesday, February 11, 2014 8:30am Thanksgiving to St. Philomena Wednesday, February 12, 2014 8:00am Joseph & Lawrence Zimmerman+ Thursday, February 13, 2014 8:30am Ernesto Llaneza, Sr.+ Friday, February 14, 2014 8:30am Evelyn Amadio+ Saturday, February 15, 2014 4:30pm Kay Clemens+, Frank Langone+ Sunday, February 16, 2014 8:00am St. Francis Parishioners 10:00am Kate Porto+, Virginia Brennan+, John Feraco+, Louie Pisa+, Ernesto Llaneza+ 12:00pm Daniel Albert McKenna+, Thomas Pellegrino+, Oscar Banting, Sr.+ 5:00pm Youth of St. Francis
Bruna Ambrose, John Armshaw, The Bauge Family, Patrick Bissex, Gayle Bono, James Bubeck, Josephine & Christopher Caiozzo, Elizabeth Caroll, Ruperto Caruajal, Patrick Cashin, Gianna Cerulli, Nina Crilly,
Patricia Davis, Walter Dichurt, Glenn & Josephine Eisenbruch, Tony Fiorito, Paul Gabel, Kathleen Gleason, Connie Granite, Gus Hueber, Bonnie Inzalaco, Courtney Kane, Don Lammers, Kathy La Russo, Janice A. Lewis, Peter LoRe, Gil Lorenz,
Clementina Maldunado, Jimmy Martinez, Carol McDonald, Sean McGrath, John Mulrooney, Thomas Nash, Joan Neibuhr, Danielle Nicosia, Barbara Nigro, Mildred Perkowski, Philip “Gene” Phelan, The Porter Family, Karim Pozderec,
Debby Quartin, Regina Rakowski, Emily Rose, Stacy Rose, The Rowland Family, Lillian Sanchez, Cathleen Schneider, Eleanor A. Thompson, Leslie Malone Walker, Frank Ward, Daniel Wilbur, Diana Willis, Marlene Wyleczuk, Flori Young
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This weekend we formally present our “Capital Campaign” - it’s “history”, scope, goals and method - to the parish at all weekend
Masses. So, it turns out to be a “big Day” in the life of our parish, one whose impact will be felt for years! Much thought, prayer and inquiry has already gone into the campaign. We have gotten local and diocesan approval and have already conducted many one-on-one visits, small group meetings and receptions. The results have been very positive. Now it is time finally and very publicly to launch the main campaign. Please listen attentively and be careful to note how the Campaign has evolved and taken account of all the thoughts and priorities lots of parishioners have indicated. We have responded sincerely to the expressed needs. We need everybody - whether you can give an amount large or small - what matters is that everyone does the best they can. It’s not equal giving that counts, it is equal sacrifice. Everyone’s circumstances are different, so pray, discuss, discern and decide. The campaign continues now for three months. Ashley Erlitz from Lynch Development is here with us today after all the Masses to answer further questions and clarify whatever matters need to be addressed.
Thank you so much for your involvement and cooperation!
Generational Healing Mass
Thursday Feb. 27th
Prayer & Praise 7:30pm
Mass 8:00pm
Celebrant: Fr. Peter Kaczmarek
Pray overs after Mass
Healing Mass
at St. Francis
The Holy Father’s Intentions for February
That the Church and society may respect the wisdom and experience of older people.
That priests, religious, and lay people may work
together with generosity for evangelization.
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(Regular Sunday Offertory)
Last Sunday’s weekly offering:$10,308.00 Last Year’s Sunday offering: $8,260.00
Thanks for Giving First Fruits & Taking a Step!!!
Bulletin Reflection The Gospel reminds us that our lives and our deeds must serve as examples to others, pointing the way to the Father. Not for our own benefit do we labor, but so that others may see our
good works and give glory to our Father in heaven.
Living Stewardship We are grateful this week for all stewards in our parish who choose to use their resources to reach out to others and build
God’s kingdom of love, justice and peace.
Time, Talent & Treasure
Fostering Stewardship as a way of life
February 9: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: In the Gospel today, Jesus says, “You are the light of the world,” he is calling us to live our Christian vocation in words and deeds. Be a “light” to those living in poverty and in a world of darkness by giving a donation to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.
Send us your email if you would like to start
receiving “Bringing Home the Word”, a weekly message based on the Sunday Scripture readings.
SUNDAY READINGS for next week, Feb.16th
Sirach 15:15-20 A wise teacher describes two very different paths. One leads to life, the other to death. The choice is ours to make.
1 Corinthians 2:6-10 Paul speaks of God’s wisdom revealed by the Spirit to those who love God. It is the truth that God saves them through Christ crucified.
Ma hew 5:17-37 Jesus offers concrete examples of how he has come to fulfill
Glimpses Along The Way of the Cross
In these three beautiful talks, Fr. James Shea guides us along the Stations of the
Cross, teaching us how to better open our hearts to the suffering and loneliness of
Jesus on His way to Calvary. Weaving together the insights of keen believers like
Fr. Richard Neuhaus, Caryll Houselander, Archbishop Fulton Sheen, and Dr. James Edwards, these powerful meditations take us into the depths of Christ's agony, and back out again into the relief
and joy of what His sacrifice means for us.
CD’s are available for purchase in the vestibule.
Many titles to choose from at $3 each.
TO OPERATE THE
St. Francis Gift Boutique On Hospitality Sundays
Coming Soon
New and Exciting Gifts ALL PROCEEDS GO TO ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
CALL 631-514-9916
NEEDED
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Road Angels are needed
to drive parishioners to
and from doctor appointments. Please call the
Pastoral Care Office if you can help! 261-4837
24/7 Prayer Ministry
Call 631-514-9916
Pray With Deacon Dave Campbell
Scripture teaches that night-and-day prayer is deeply connected to the fullness of God’s
power and purpose being released (Luke 18:7-7, Isaiah 62:6-7).
Pray now for the Holy Spirit to be manifest in
power to transform anxiety and depression
and to heal us spiritually,
emotionally and physically.
The Campaign Volunteer Orientation and Training
Meeting will meet this Monday, February 10th in the
lower Church at 7:30 PM.
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DIVINE WILL STUDY GROUP
For over 40 years Jesus taught Servant of God Luisa Piccarreta, to live on earth as it is in
Heaven. The Church has given the Imprimatur and Nihil Obstat to the first 19 of 36
volumes given to Luisa; the Cause for her Beautification began in 1994. If you desire to live in the Divine Will of God please join our weekly
meetings on Thursdays, 7-9pm
in the basement auditorium here at St. Francis.
For information, call Joan at 631-367-4788
Instructor: Barbara Campbell
Wednesdays 10:30 am
in the parish hall at St. Francis
Bible Study
Come and bless your daily life by applying
the treasures in God’s Word.
The St. Francis weekly Booster Club Winner is
Madeline Coady!
Tickets are $50.00 and are available in the Rectory. Your ticket is entered to win Every Week!
Tuition Assistance Available at Trinity Regional School
Families who are part of the Trinity Regional School community are eligible for tuition assistance. This comes at a variety of levels. The school principal, Ms. Jeanne Morcone, is happy to discuss immediate assistance whenever a problem may arise. Families can apply to the diocesan “Tomorrow’s Hope” for a tuition grant. When more extended assistance is needed, the family works confidentially with the parish pastor and principal. At this time the six pastors are working on a Full Scholarship Program as well. Any questions, please feel free to contact Ms. Morcone or Fr. Peter
Please keep in your
prayers our deceased friends and relatives
Jane Murphy,
Angela Labadie, John Newhook, Frank Langone,
Eileen Reilly
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“Children too are a gift from the Lord, the fruit of the womb, a reward.” Psalm 127: 3
RESPECT LIFE NEWS Again, Our St. Francis of Assisi Baby Corner is so grateful to Dr. Kelly Buckley of the Buckley Family Chiropractic Center, 755 Pulaski Road, Greenlawn as she continues to support our precious babies. This past December, Dr. Kelly sponsored yet another Annual BFCC Baby Corner Diaper Drive to help our Baby Corner as she and her patients
gathered much needed new items for our struggling families. As last year, an anonymous donor offered to double all contributions up to $1,000. We praise God as we warmly thank Dr. Kelly and her most wonderful patients for their tremendous kindness and generosity in helping and loving our babies. The piles of baby items overflowed and surrounded the bassinet in her waiting room. Thank you!!! Our St. Francis of Assisi Baby Corner is awaiting the birth of two precious babies due to born in April. You can be sure their mommies and dads shall be so very appreciative of their beautiful baby layettes complete with hand-knitted blankets provided through all your awesome donations given with such care and love. We thank Our Lord through the intercession of Our Lady of Guadalupe for all your help for our needy moms and precious babies. We greatly appreciate contributions of Huggies, Pampers, and Luv’s diapers sizes 4, 5, and 6, unscented baby wash, unscented shampoo, baby clothes in Toddler sizes, and money. We are able to stretch our budget with the baby coupons you place in our white crib in our Baby Corner so please keep them coming. Need assistance? Wish to join our St. Francis of Assisi Respect Life Committee? Please call our rectory at 631-757-7435. Call for the Life Center of Long Island at 631-243-2373 for help with a crisis pregnancy, healing after an abortion, or to donate baby equipment. Lots of cribs are needed at this Life Center in Deer Park. (Please do not bring cribs to our Church; rather, call the Life Center to make arrangements. Thank you!) The Life Center’s Life Line is open 24 hours, 7 days a week at 631-243-0066. Intercessions for Life: February 9th Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time For those afraid to love: May the Lord take away their fear and give them the courage to give of themselves generously to the most vulnerable and needy. We pray to the Lord. Word of Life: “Likewise, if we really believe that abortion is an intimate act of violence—and of course, it—then we can’t aim at anything less than ending abortion. It doesn’t matter that some abortions have always occurred, or that some will always occur. If we really believe that abortion kills a developing, unborn human life, then we can never be satisfied with mere reductions in the body count.”~Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, “Why This Work Matters: Human Dignity and the Road Ahead,” March 9, 2010
Please continue to pray each day for all our precious babies—born and unborn—and their parents!!!
Pray the rosary each day for the conversion of America’s heart to end abortion.
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Please join us at
our next PB&J Gang
date: Sunday,
February 16th 6:30-8:00pm
“I am only one but I can do something, and what I can do with God’s help, I will do” -St Francis of Assisi
GOD - UNITED NEWS
Please bring donations of Bread, Smooth Peanut Butter & Jelly!
PB&J gang can help satisfy your service hour requirements
Hip hip hooray! We made an amazing 694 sandwiches at our last PB&J Gang.
Thank you to all who helped! Loving hands, Caring hearts, Spreading joy,
is a very good thing. Come and join us in spreading the joy.
St. Francis Rocks ! Do you like to sing? Play an instrument? Then join us every Sunday for the 5pm
PRAYER FOR OUR MEN AND WOMEN IN MILITARY SERVICE O prince of peace, we humbly ask Your protection for all our men and
women in the military service. Give them unflinching courage to defend with honor, dignity and devotion the rights of all who are imperiled by injustice and evil, Please guard our churches, our homes, and our schools, our hospitals, our factories, our buildings and all who are within from harm and peril. Protect our land and its peoples from enemies within and without. Grant an early peace with victory founded upon true justice. Please instill in the hearts and minds of people everywhere a firm purpose to live forever in peace and good will toward all. Amen.
Thirsting for Healing? Living Waters Center is a counseling center which
provides the Healing Waters of Counseling, Prayer and Love to those who come through our doors. Our therapists are rooted in
the prayer that is a basic part of our Catholic Tradition and Faith. Living Waters Center provides individual, family, couple and group therapy. Most insurance plans are accepted. For more
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DIVORCED/WIDOWED /SEPARATED The Beginning Experience The Beginning Experience weekend Feb. 28—March 2, 2014 at the Montfort Spiritual Center in Bay Shore. The program helps grieving single-again persons emerge from the darkness of grief into the light of a new beginning and move into the future with renewed hope. Turn the pain of loss into an experience of positive growth. For information and reservations, call John at (516)822-0635, Jim at (718) 474-3779, or Jean at (631) 903-0973. You can also email us at: [email protected].
COME JOIN US FOR A FUN NIGHT OF BINGO TO BE HELD AT
ST. PHILIP NERI PARISH CENTER February 21, 2014 @ 7:30 PM
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PLUS A SPECIAL 7TH GAME WHICH WILL BE A 50/50 PRIZE
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