Liturgical Schedule

Daily Mass 8:30am Weekend Masses Saturday: 5:00pm Sunday: 8:00am, 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:30pm and 6:00pm

Reconciliation/Confession Saturday: 4:00pm-4:45pm or by appointment Rosary Daily at 8:00am Miraculous Medal Novena Monday at 8:00am

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish 455 Hunter Avenue, West Islip, NY 11795

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe • Sunday, November 25, 2018

Sacraments Anointing of the Sick Throughout the liturgical year. If needed sooner, please call the Parish Office. Baptism Please contact the Parish Office to schedule an appointment. Marriage Arranged at least six months in advance, please call the Parish Office. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) A process to be embraced by the Catholic Church. For non-Catholics and for Catholics who have never received formal religious education. If interested, please call the Parish Office.

Msgr. Brian McNamara, Pastor Rev. Gregory Breen, Associate Pastor Rev. Sylvester Chukwumalume, in Residence Chaplain, Southside Hospital Rev. Freddy Lozano, in Residence

Deacon John De Guardi, Deacon Tom Lucie, Deacon Rich Maher, Deacon Jack Meehan, Deacon John Teufel

Sr. Nancy Campkin CSJ, Director of Religious Ed Trish Frodell, Director of Parish Social Ministry Sr. Diane Liona CSJ, Director of Religious Ed Debbie Meyer, Business Manager Robin Reynolds Brennan, Coordinator of Worship and Choir Director Vita Scorcia, Ministry Spiritual Director

Parish Office Phone: 631.661.3224 Monday-Thursday: 9:00am-7:30pm Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm Saturday: 9:00am-3:00pm Sunday: 9:00am-2:00pm E-mail: ParishOffice@ollchurch.org Fax: 631.661.7143 Website: www.ollchurch.org

Our Lady of Lourdes School Phone: 631.587.7200 Monday-Friday: 9:00am-3:00pm E-mail: principal@ollschool.org

Religious Education Office Phone: 631.661.5440 Monday-Friday: 9:00am-Noon, 1:00pm-5:00pm, 7:00pm-9:00pm E-mail: ReligiousEd@ollchurch.org

Parish Outreach Office Phone: 631.661.9262 Monday-Friday: 9:30am-3:30pm

SAGE (Senior Advocates for Growth and Enrichment)

Phone: 631.661.3224, Ext. 122 E-mail: Sage@ollchurch.org

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Pastoral Council

Msgr. Brian McNamara Eileen Rega Mary Borgs Lisa Cantalino Sonia DaSilva Nilo DeLeon Jerry Esposito Trish Frodell Pam Gagliano Deborah Lamb Rosalie Mangels Deacon Jack Meehan John Muldoon Dottie Perdue Vita Scorcia

Parish Staff

Patti Anderson Parish Office/Bulletin Editor

AnnMarie Buonaspina Director of Youth Choirs

Michael Buonaspina Parish Organist

Maggie Frodell Parish Office

Carol Grillo Parish Office

Stephanie Hahn Parish Office

Rita Spera Religious Education Office

Welcome to our Parish Family New Parishioners are cordially invited to register as members of our Parish Family. Please call or visit our Parish Office.

Remember: Together, we can do something beautiful for God! - Saint Teresa of Calcutta

Mission Statement As stewards of all that God has given us, the Parish Family of Our Lady of Lourdes serves and ministers to all who come to this place. Regardless of a person’s history, ethnicity, gender, orientation, age or race, we commit ourselves to open wide the doors of our Parish to provide a place of welcome and hospitality.

The estimated weekly collection needed to maintain and operate our

parish buildings, ministries, programs and salaries is $17,800.

Financial Summary

Readings for the Week of November 25

Sunday: Dn 7:13-14/ Rv1:5-8/ Jn 18:33b-37 Monday: Rv 14:1-3, 4b-5/ Lk 21:1-4 Tuesday: Rv 14:14-19/ Lk 21:5-11 Wednesday: Rv 15:1-4/ Lk 21:12-19 Thursday: Rv 18:1-2, 21-23; 19:1-3, 9a/ Lk 21:20-28 Friday: Rom 10:9-18/ Mt 4:18-22 Saturday: Rv 22:1-7/ Lk 21:34-36 Next Sunday: Jer 33:14-16/ 1 Thes 3:12—4:2/ Lk 21:25-28, 34-36

November 18, 2018 Weekly Collection $ 16,596.00 Weekly Budget - $ 17,800.00 +/- for the week $ (1,204.00) Human Development/Home Mission $4,001.00

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e Dear Parishioners: I hope everyone had a pleasant Thanksgiving celebration. In the midst of all our problems, it is important that we remember all the blessings we have as well. This is the time of the year that often flies by; Thanksgiving is already done and now we prepare for the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ, at Christmas. Advent begins next weekend! This weekend, however, we celebrate the Feast of Christ the King. Pope Pius XI instituted The Feast of Christ the King in 1925 for the universal church in his encyclical Quas Primas. He connected the increasing denial of Christ the King to the rise of secularism. At the time of Quas Primas, many Christians (including Catholics) began to doubt Christ’s authority and existence, as well as the Church’s power to continue Christ’s authority. Pius XI, and the rest of the Christian world, witnessed the rise of non-Christian dictatorships in Europe, and saw Catholics being taken in by these earthly leaders. These dictators often attempted to assert authority over the Church. Just as the Feast of Corpus Christi was instituted when devotion to the Eucharist was at a low point, the Feast of Christ the King was instituted during a time when respect for Christ and the Church was waning, when the feast was needed most. Pope Pius hoped the institution of the feast would have various effects. They were: 1) That nations would see that the Church has the right to freedom, and immunity from the state. (Quas Primas, 32). 2) That leaders and nations would see that they are bound to give respect to Christ (Quas Primas, 31). 3) That the faithful would gain strength and courage from the celebration of the feast, as we are re-minded that Christ must reign in our hearts, minds, wills and bodies. Today, for some, the only authority is the individual self. Also, many balk at the idea of kings and queens, believing them to be antiquated. However, these individuals miss the point: Christ’s kingship is one of Humility and Service. Let’s you and I be kings, like Christ the King, and live a life of humility and service! In Christ, Fr. Brian As you may know, many couples experience difficulties in having children. I would like to recom-mend the Gianna Center. The Gianna Center (located at 661 Deer Park Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702) offers highly specialized restorative reproductive medicine in accordance with Catholic teaching, under the medical direction of Paul Carpentier, MD, CFCMC. Also, assistance is available for anyone with unexpected or crisis pregnancy through a one-call outreach program connecting to community resources. You may wish to also visit the Gianna Center website: https://www.chsli.org/gianna-long-island. The Gianna Center also helps those in a crisis pregnancy. The confidential, dedicated telephone number for this program is 1 (855) 301-4CHS (4247), supported by the availability of multilingual interpretive services. Anyone of any faith may call or refer to this support line, including representa-tives of parishes, colleges and crisis pregnancy centers, to facilitate safe, nonjudgmental companioning for women and couples in a crisis pregnancy. To speak to someone about pregnancy options immedi-ately in non-work hours (between 7:00pm and 7:30am Monday to Friday or on the weekend), please call 1 (800) 712-HELP (4357).

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Pray for Our Sick Please remember to keep in your thoughts and prayers … Andrew Arena, Paula Bemenek, Germaine Bruno, Rose Contelmo, Diane Cullen, Margaret DeLuca, Amanda DiTingo, Thomas Doty, Paula Edwards, Gianna Fioravanti, Kathleen Mooney Gordan, David Hannigan, Denis Heffron, Josephine Heffron, Patrick Anthony Heffron, Thomas Hicks, Jr., Henry Kahn, Shena Kahn, Tom Kaval, Bridget Keane, Anne Kerrigan, George Koehler, Kathleen Kruger, Bruce Linhart, Lyn Marczyk, Connell McGee, Vinny Meade, Julianna Moore, Marge Nangano, Phyllis Pasciuta, Connie Polik, Fred Polik, Dorothy Proctor, Mary Quinn, Michael Randazzo, Joseph Roccaro, Joseph J. Schiavoni, Anne Marie Schiraldi, Dorothy Schumann, Maureen Seeney, Natalie Stone, Roger Welden, Marie Wilson

Names of the sick will be listed for six weeks for short-term requests and six months for long-term.

Altar Society Altar linens this week will be cared for by Elizabeth Netska. If you would like to help care for our altar needs, please call the Parish Office at 631-661-3224.

Members in the Military We ask that you pray especially for those in our parish that are on active duty in the Middle East conflict.

… and remember those of our parish family that are in the armed services, listed in our Parish Book of Intentions.

Michael DiMatteo-US Marines Michael Fantauzzi-US Air Force Christopher Florca-US Marines Dominick Gennaro - US Army Patrick Harty-US Coast Guard Colby Matthew Kelly-US Army Anthony Mannino-US Marines Anthony Memoli-US Marines Stephen Rolston-US Army Michael Wilkinson-US Army Peter Zaccaria-US Navy

Pastoral Care of Our Sick Please call the Parish Office at 631-661-3224 to leave the names of parishioners who: • Are homebound and would like to receive the Eucharist. • Are in Good Samaritan Hospital and/or a local nursing

home and would like to be visited by a member of our Pastoral Care Ministry.

• Would like to receive the Sacrament of the Sick.

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Mass Intentions

Monday, November 26 8:30am Charles Mahony Tuesday, November 27 8:30am Dolly Heithaus Wednesday, November 28 8:30am Mary Cadigan Thursday, November 29 9:30am Bunny Vilim Friday, November 30 St Andrew 8:30am Jane Ann Desthers Saturday, December 1 8:30am Thomas Frascinella & Juan Gonzalez, Mary Ann Mercogliano, Oliver Wongsing, Carl Kriegsman 5:00pm Eugene Gyhin Fr. Greg Breen Sunday, December 2 First Sunday of Advent 8:00am Jensen & Hein Families Fr. Sylvester Chukwumaluma 9:30am Sr. Nancy Campkin & Sr. Diane Liona (Living) Fr. Greg Breen 11:00am Josephine Carrano Fr. Sylvester Chukwumaluma 12:30pm Sweeney & LaRocca Families Fr. Greg Breen 6:00pm People of the Parish, Nicholas Carbonaro, Mary Patricia Bowers, George Allen, Lydia Torres, Anthony Almo Fr. Greg Breen

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Renee Joy Gallagher

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Pietro Bruno Vincent L. Meade

Rest In Peace

We extend our prayerful sympathy to the families and loved ones of those

recently deceased.

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Donations to Outreach If you would like to make a donation to Parish Outreach in memory of a loved one, please call Trish Frodell, Director of Parish Social Ministry at 631-661-3224.

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An Evening of Prayer for Men is an opportunity to experience the loving mercy of God in a safe and sacred space. The evening is directed by a spiritual team

who have a sensitivity and a heart for those who suffer.

The evening will consist of Mass, Dinner, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and Adoration.

Wednesday, November 28, 2018 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm

To register and for more information please visit www.respectlife.drvc.org or contact Project Rachel at: 888-456-HOPE (4673) or 516-766-2538 or projectrchel@drvc.org.

Please register by Monday, November 26, 2018. All reservations and information will remain confidential.

Diocese of Rockville Centre

An Evening of Prayer for Men Suffering Abortion Loss

Pregnant? Need Help? Birthright, Inc. 24 Hour Helpline 1-800-550-4900

Islip: 631-277-3888 - Hampton Bays: 631-728-8900 - Rocky Point: 631-821-9727 Southold: 631-876-5138 - Wantagh 516-785-4070

SAGE The SAGE Group (Senior Advocates for Growth and Enrichment) will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 27 in the Parish Center at 9:00am.

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Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults What’s it all about? IF you are an adult AND

… you were never Baptized … you were Baptized in another faith and would like to become a baptized Catholic … you never received Holy Communion (Eucharist) … you never received your Confirmation

IF you are an adult AND one or more of the circumstances above apply to you … IF you feel you would like to become a baptized Catholic or become more fully initiated into your Catholic faith … Our email address is RCIA@ollchurch.org or call the Parish Office at 631-661-3224, and we would be happy to help you.

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Healing after Abortion - Day of Prayer and Healing for Women

A Day of Prayer and Healing for Women is an opportunity to experience the loving mercy of God in a safe and sacred space. The day is directed by specially

trained compassionate caregivers, including counselors and clergy, who have a sensitivity and a heart for those who suffer.

Saturday, December 1, 2018

To register and for more information please visit www.respectlife.drvc.org or contact Project Rachel at 1-888-456-HOPE (4673) or 516-766-2538 or projectrchel@drvc.org.

Please register by Monday, November 26, 2018. All reservations and information will remain confidential.

Nocturnal Adoration “Come to me all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.”

This is Jesus Christ’s invitation every first Saturday of the month. The Blessed Sacrament is taken to the altar after the 5:00pm Mass and will be exposed up to 9:50pm. Everyone is invited to spend some time in front of the Blessed Sacrament to offer prayers, petitions and thanksgiving to Jesus. Nocturnal Adoration will follow the 5:00pm Mass on Saturday, December 1, concluding with Benediction at 9:50pm. Please come and pray with us. All are invited and welcome. Bring a friend!

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As members of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, we are faced with a challenge that we can only overcome together. As you know from the recent mailing, there are urgent maintenance needs at our convent. It is important that each and every member of the Our Lady of Lourdes Parish family participates in this worthy project. It is only by our generosity in mak-ing a sacrificial gift that we will be able to accomplish our objectives. We have established a goal of $442,000 in order to accomplish our objectives. While this seems like a large amount, participation by all members of the parish family will make this goal not only attainable, but one that we can surpass. If every family pledges $400, after a $40 down payment, your sacrifice would be $1 a day for one year. We can all do that. If you are able to pledge a higher amount, please do so. We’re asking for equal sacrifice, not equal giving.

As you make your gift, please remember…

• Pledges and one time donations are welcomed and greatly appre-ciated.

• Payment reminders will be mailed to you in accordance with your payment plan.

• All contributions are deductible for tax purposes.

• Any questions? Call Fr. Brian at 631-661-3224

TOTAL PLEDGE 10% DOWN QUARTERLY PAYMENTS

4 PAYMENTS

MONTHLY PAYMENTS

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$5,000 $500 $1,125 $375

$2,500 $250 $563 $188

$1,000 $100 $225 $75

$750 $75 $169 $56

$400 $40 $90 $30

Please make your check payable to:

Restore Our Convent Campaign

Name: _________________________________

Address: _______________________________

City/ State/Zip: __________________________

Phone: _________________________________

Env. #: _________________________________

Email: _________________________________

I/we pledge to the Campaign as follows: Amount of Pledge/ Donation: $ __________ Down Payment: $ __________ Balance: $ __________ I /we prefer to pay the balance: Monthly ______ Quarterly ______ Please send information about paying my pledge by Credit or Debit card

Signature ________________________________________

RESTORE OUR CONVENT

As of November 5, 2018:

Parish Goal: $442,840 Percentage attained: 79% Amount Pledged: $327,361 Total Paid to Date: $258,057 Number of Pledges: 711

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BREAKFAST WITH ST. NICHOLAS

Sunday, December 9, 2018 at 10:30am in OLL Cafeteria

What's On The Menu? Pancakes, Sausage, Juice, Coffee, Tea

Crafts and Activities for Children and a visit with St. Nicholas Be sure to bring your camera for photos with St. Nicholas!

COST: $2.00 Per Person / $10.00 Maximum For A Family

TICKETS WILL BE ON SALE after the 9:30am Mass each week, and at the OUTREACH OFFICE

Tickets must be purchased by December 1st

Advent “Lessons & Carols” Our Lady of Grace Church, December 1st at 6:00pm

Celebrate with us as we prepare for the birthday of the Lord. The clergy, lectors, and choir at Our Lady of Grace Church are offering this seasonal worship service with

assistance from special guests, the Choir of Our Lady of Lourdes. Begins directly following the 5:00pm Mass on December 1st.

Our Lady of Grace Parish 666 Albin Ave, W Babylon

631-587-5185, tpurtell@ourladyofgrace.net

A Christmas Experience For The Whole Family

Visit a street called BETHLEHEM BOULEVARD

presented by The Parish Ministry Committee

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2018 All Purpose Room

2:00pm to 5:00pm (come at any time, stay as long as you want) This is a FREE EVENT

Walk among the common folk on the day JESUS was born. Meet Roman Soldiers, Census Takers, Potters, Weavers, Ladies at the Well Eat in the Marketplace… Eavesdrop on the Shepherds and Angels Talk with the Inn Keeper and Mary and Joseph

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Ushers Needed Attention!! We are in great need of Ushers and Holiday Ushers! If you feel called to this ministry there will be a meeting of all Ushers, on Monday, November 26 at 7:00pm in the Church. We invite anyone who is interested in helping as an usher during Mass and the holiday season to attend this meeting.

Come and worship with the new OLL Youth Orchestra! The orchestra will be at the 6:00pm Mass on the following dates:

Sunday, December 16th Tuesday, December 25th at the 11:00am Mass

Interested in joining us? Please contact annmarie@ollchurch.org.

Casa Project Update Thanks to the generous donations to the Casa House in our Narthex, this year we will be able to donate ten (10) ecostoves. Many of the communities we visit in El Salvador cook their meals and warm their homes without proper ventilation. These ecostoves will provide the proper ventilation, and help prevent respiratory ailments. We couldn't do this without support. Our sincere thanks for your generosity.

Next weekend (12/1-12/2) we are asking you to give us your loose change for our Casa Project. Place your donations in the wooden house located in the Narthex of the Church. Again, thank you for your support.

Thank You to Our Students and Teachers... On November 3rd, the 7th Grade Room 13 Religious Education students, along with Caroline, Jessica and Victoria from the 8th Grade Class, provided hospitality for those who attended the Mass of Remembrance. Under the guidance of their teachers and Sister Nancy, they did an outstanding job of greeting and serving our guests. Thank you for a job well done!

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Worldwide Marriage Encounter “Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice." Listen to God's voice by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next Weekends are Feb 8-10, 2019 in Hunting-ton, NY and Apr 26-28, 2019 in Huntington, NY. For more information, call John & Toni Torio at 877-697-9963 or visit them at https://wwmenyli.org/.

All Volunteers - VIRTUS TRAINING Are you aware that the Diocese of Rockville Centre requires all volunteers (18 years or older) to attend the Virtus class? CYO Coaches, Religious Education, Catechists, Cantors, Ushers, Parish Volunteers (feast workers, mailing team, etc.) are all required to complete the Virtus training course, if they have not yet done so. You MUST register online by visiting www.Virtus.org, then click the link for first time registrants. View the list of sessions to find a course, and then complete the registration online. PLEASE NOTE: After completion of VIRTUS training, you will receive a certificate of completion. Please retain your certificate and training completion date for future use.

If you have already taken the VIRTUS course you need not repeat it.

Do you need to fulfill your Marriage Prep Requirement? Engaged Encounter is an effective Pre-Cana program designed to provide you with the tools for a successful marriage. Couples are given the opportunity to explore many aspects of their relationship through a series of presentations, writings and dialog. There are no group discussions. Our next weekends will be held as follows: Feb. 8-10, 2019 - Seminary of the Immaculate Conception in Huntington, NY Aug. 9-11, 2019 - Seminary of the Immaculate Conception in Huntington, NY Nov. 15-17, 2019 - Seminary of the Immaculate Conception in Huntington, NY For information please call Lenny & Pat Walker at: 631-563-1032 or visit: www.engagedencounterli.org

Church Census Information The process of updating our Parish Data System information is an ongoing process. We ask that you please submit any recent changes -- address, family members, phone numbers, etc. With your help, our parish data information will be more accurate, and receipt of Parish Offering Envelopes and other church information can be distributed more efficiently. Please mail the information to the Parish Office or email to parishoffice@ollchurch.org.

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Good Samaritan Prayer Group of L.I. The Good Samaritan Prayer Group of Long Island holds their meetings every Friday from 3:00pm until 5:00pm. (except the first Friday of the month), from September through June, in Room 16 of the OLL School Bldg. All are welcome to experience singing, praying and fellowship.

Support Groups (all meetings are in Lourdes Hall - lower level of Convent) Alcoholics Anonymous: Monday and Tuesday at 8pm and Saturday at 11am and 7pm. ALANON: Wednesday at 10:00am. Beginner’s meeting at 9:30am. Free babysitting available.

Prayer for Divine Mercy An invitation to all men and women to be part of God’s plan. We invite you to meet in prayer for the world and our nation to put their trust in God. Our hope is that the nations will have a new spirit of morality. Please come with your love and hope for humanity as well as your prayer requests. We gather together every Thursday at 1:30pm before the Blessed Sacrament for about one half hour. For more information, call Charles Argento at 631-586-8528.

Ministry of Praise Members pray at home for the intentions of the Church and Parish; designed for the homebound, senior citizens, etc. Monthly calendar is available in the Narthex. Prayer requests can be left in the Ministry of Praise box along with the name and address of any homebound person who might want a copy of the calendar mailed to them (please print).

Anxiety Disorder Sufferers A Recovery Group for those suffering from Anxiety Disorder meets on Tuesdays from 2:00pm -4:00pm in the Spiritual Life Center (in Convent building). The Group is led by a trained and certified Anxiety Disorder Group Leader. For more information, please call Michael at 631-968-9154.

Families Anonymous Are you at your wit’s end? Is someone you love destroying family harmony? Families Anonymous Can Help! For further information, please call Donna at: 631-589-3790 or visit: www.familiesanonymous.org

In addition to our parish website (ollchurch.org), please visit us on Facebook at The Parish Family of Our Lady of Lourdes. Click “Like” and you will receive the latest news on upcoming parish events and information.

Boy Scout Troop 179 For over 40 years, Our Lady of Lourdes has been sponsoring Boy Scout Troop 179 of West Islip. We meet every Thursday during the school year in the School Cafeteria from 7:30pm to 9:00pm. If you are interested in joining Boy Scouts, check out our website and stop by a meeting! Website: http://witroop179.wix.com/bsatroop179# Email: WIBSATroop179@outlook.com

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Book of the Names of the Deceased Beginning November 2, and continuing throughout the month of November, a special book will be placed in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, inscribed with the names of all who have died in our Parish Family over the past year. In prayer, let us remember all of these men and women who have gone before us, “marked with the sign of faith.” May our united prayers help us to better understand and appreciate our faith in Christ, our risen Lord, who conquers sin and death and brings new life to all!

Our Lady of Lourdes Youth Group - “OLLY”

Calling all High School Students - Grades 9-12 December 14, 2018

7:00pm - 9:00pm in the Parish Center

Come join us for some Food, Fellowship and FUN! Bring a Friend!!!

Any questions please call or text: Stephanie Hahn: 631-617-8212 or Fr. Greg Breen 631-661-3224 x 121, or go to our Instagram Page: ollyowls_123

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Champagne & Shoes

Who? The Life Center of Long Island What? High-end shoes, pocketbooks, funky jewelry, gloves, and stylish clothes, with bagels and mimosas in the morning and champagne, wine, and cheese later, all as you browse!! When? Friday, November 30 from 11:00am to 7:00pm Where? The Shoe Box at Americana Manhasset (a.k.a. the Miracle Mile), 2060 Northern Blvd, Manhasset. Why? To support moms and babies in need!

25% of ALL PRE-TAX SALES from stores, including restaurants, will go toward The Life Center. All Gift Cards purchased during this time will send a 10% donation to the Life Center.

If you cannot make it Friday, the store will honor your charity card through Sunday, December 2.

If you can attend Friday, baby item donations are also welcome!!

Register at championsforcharity.org to receive your number and charity card, which you will need for stores and restaurants.

For more information, call Janice at 516-353-8662.

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Benefits and Breakfast Lecture Series Changes to Aid & Attendance Benefit

presented by Melissa Negrin-Wiener, Esq.

Saturday, December 1, 2018 9:00am - 10:30am

Long Island State Veterans Home - Multi-Purpose Room 100 Patriots Road, Stony Brook, NY 11790

Continental breakfast will be served Event is free and open to the public.

For more information, call 631-444-8606 or visit www.listateveteranshome.org

310 Cenacle Road, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 631-588-8366 Retreat Center

LIFE’S CALLING YOU – COME, FOLLOW CHRIST-Morning for Seniors ADVENT SEEDS OF WINTER’S BEAUTY: Preparing and waiting with faith and trust, for newness to unfold. Thursday, December 6, 2018 10:30am - 1:30pm at the Retreat Center, 10:00am arrivals and refreshments Presenter: Carmela Bergman, Cenacle Staff Associate Offering: $30 – Lunch included $20 deposit required to hold your reservation

SILENT DIRECTED ADVENT RETREAT WEEKEND December 7-9, 2018 In the midst of this busy season, you are invited to rejoice in the impending brightness of the Lord’s coming and to find Him very near in the hush of silence. This contemplative weekend, with individual spiritual direc-tion, will begin with an inspiring Advent prayer. Presenters/Directors: Cenacle Ministry Team Offering: $250 – No Sunday lunch. No Commuters $50 deposit required to hold your reservation

HOLIDAY EVENING WITH YOUR HIGHER POWER Friday, December 14, 2018 6:00pm - 10:00pm at the Retreat Center, 5:30pm arrivals An evening for those in a Twelve Step Program. The evening begins with a festive meal, followed by a presentation, personal processing and integration. Presenter: Ann Schehr, LMHC, CRC Offering: $50 – Festive Dinner included $20 deposit required to hold your reservation

BRING A TORCH, JEANETTE ISABELLA! – SILENT AFTERNOON OF PRAYER Sunday, December 16, 2018 1:30pm - 4:30pm at the Retreat Center, 1:00pm arrivals and refreshments This French carol is about two female farmhands running to tell the inhabitants of a nearby village that they have found the baby and his mother in a stable. What can its beckoning and hushed quality say to us about greeting the Christ Child with exuberant and contemplative presence to the moment this Christmastide? What noise must we still, lest we awaken Him? Presenter: Sr. Kathryn Madden, r.c. Offering: $35 $20 deposit required to hold your reservation

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A Celebration of Mary Join the Friends of the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception for a Celebration of Mary at the Seminary on her special feast day, Saturday, December 8, 2018. Journey to the heart of Mary through Theology, Spirituality, and the Arts. Beginning with 10:00am Mass, celebrated by Bishop John O. Barres, the day will include lunch, presentations by Msgr. Peter Vaccari, Rector of St. Joseph’s Seminary, Brother Timothy Driscoll, SM, Kellenberg Memorial H.S., and the Cathedral Seminary Schola (Douglaston). Advance registration required. $40 per guest. For reservations and information: Seminary Development Office: 631-423-0483 x 102 or bmalone@icseminary.edu

The Babylon Chorale presents By the Fireside featuring Snow Angel by Sarah Quartel, along with holiday favorites

Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 8:00pm

Our Lady of Grace Church, 666 Albin Avenue, West Babylon, NY $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and students

Purchase tickets online at www.babylonchorale.org For more information, call 516-799-4974 or email thebabylonchorale@gmail.com

Handel’s Messiah & Vivaldi’s Gloria with a Candlelight Procession and More

Sunday, December 9, 2019 at 7:00pm

Church of St Joseph, 39 N. Carll Avenue, Babylon, NY

featuring St. Joseph’s Choir under the direction of Dr. Marie Drohan accompanied by The Sophisticated Strings, Soloists, Harpsichord and Trumpet

Free admission - Free Will Offering Donations benefit the Mercy Inn Soup Kitchen, Wyandanch, NY

Faith & Football December 3rd: “Onslaught of Evil: Preparing for Spiritual Warfare”

7:00pm Doors Open - 8:30pm Game Watch and Social - BEER & WINGS PROVIDED - AGES 21-39 Mulcahy’s Pub & Concert Hall - 3232 Railroad Avenue, Wantagh, NY

Hosted by: Young Adult Ministry - Diocese of Rockville Centre 516-678-5800 x 277 Email: youngadultministry@drvc.org Website: www.DRVCYA.org

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Religion and Rock Tune into “Religion and Rock” with Msgr. Jim Vlaun on Sunday from 7:00am to 8:00am on WBAB 102.3 FM or 95.3 on the East End of Long Island. Listen on Saturdays at 11:00pm on Sirius Radio, Channel 159, the Catholic Channel and at 11:00pm on XM Satellite, Channel 117. Next Sunday’s theme is “Sharing Our Gifts.” To listen online or for more information, visit: www.ReligionandRock.com.

St. James Church Christmas Fair Saturday, December 1, 2018 10:00am - 4:00pm

Christmas Shopping - Stocking Stuffers - Vendors Galore - Raffles See our Parish Nativity (Presepio) with thousands of figures

Entertainment - Make and Take Crafts for the Kids - Pictures with Santa - Food - Re-freshments

ALL ARE WELCOME - DON’T MISS OUT ON THE FUN!! St. James Parish Center - 429 Route 25A, Setauket, NY 11733

For more information, or to be a Vendor, please contact: Todd Bradshaw or Fr. Jerry Cestare: 631-941-4141

Spirituality For Singles - 2018 Christmas Holiday Singles Dance Saturday, Dec 8, 2018 8:30pm to 12:00 midnight

Dancing all evening to the music mixes of DJ Ron Price includes hot buffet, snacks, wine & beverages, and dessert

All Singles ages 35+ are welcome; neat, causal dress please. $25.00pp St. Aidan Parish - Msgr. Kirwin Hall

525 Willis Avenue, Williston Park, NY 11596 (Corner of Pembroke St.) Info: 516-561-6994 or spiritualityforsingles@gmail.com

Healing Songs of Hope & Church Lighting Ceremony

Thursday, December 6, 2018 at 7:00pm

St. Anne’s Church, 88 2nd Avenue, Brentwood

Featuring inspirational and holiday music by Daniel Rodriguez, Frank Rendo and Marla Kavanaugh

Free Concert - Love Offering suggested

Breakfast with Santa - Westminster United Presbyterian Church

Saturday, December 15, 2018 - 10:00am to 1:00pm - $10 per person

Come and join us for a lovely breakfast buffet. Bring a camera for a photo op with Santa!

Call the Church Office at 631-661-6740 for more information on purchasing tickets Office is open on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday from 10:00am – 1:00pm

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Sharing the Gospel Today is Christ the King Sunday. Instead of using His power selfishly to get whatever He wanted, Jesus used his power to free people from sickness, from death, and from evil. Jesus came to tell us the truth about God. Now we need to listen to the voice of Jesus and follow His example.

Something to Draw Draw a picture of Jesus wearing a crown of thorns.

Prayer

Dear God, Thank you for sending Jesus to be our loving king. Amen

Mission for the Week

We "listen to Jesus" when we follow His example. This week, let others go first when you play a game.