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Roman Catholic Church of St. Mark 105 Randall Road • Shoreham, NY 11786 • 744-2800 • Fax 821-1628 • [email protected] stmarksrcc-shoreham.org WE ARE GLAD TO HAVE YOU WORSHIP GOD WITH US! PLEASE FEEL AT HOME. IF YOU ARE NEW TO OUR AREA, PLEASE REGISTER AFTER MASS WITH AN USHER OR COME TO THE RECTORYDURING THE WEEK. WELCOME TO ST. MARK’S PARISH. THE PASTORAL STAFF REV. LENNARD SABIO, Parish Administrator REV. THOMAS TUITE, Associate Pastor Permanent Deacons 744-2800 Rev. Mr. Patrick Gerace Rev. Mr. Gino Aceto, [email protected] Office Manager: 744-2800 Mrs. Susan Schena Parish Outreach: 744-2800 Mrs. Jane Fagan, Coordinator, FaithFormation: 821-0550 Mrs. Lynn Fein, Director, [email protected] Music Director: 821-8497 Mrs. Carrie Logan, [email protected] Youth Ministry for 7th-12th graders: 744-2800 Mrs. Lynn Fein, [email protected] Mr. John McNamara, [email protected] ACTS 744-2800 Mrs. Jane Fagan March 22, 2020 - Fourth Sunday of Lent MASSES: SATURDAY EVENING: 5:00 P.M. SUNDAYS: 8:00, 9:30, 11:30 A.M. WEEKDAYS: Monday-Friday 9:00 A.M. HOLY DAYS: Vigil 7:30 P.M. (Day) 9:00, 10:30 A.M. RECTORY OFFICE HOURS: Monday thru Friday: 9:30A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Closed for lunch from 12:00 Noon till 1:00 P.M. Saturday: by appointment only Sunday: closed Emergency - Anytime 744-2800 SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Confessions celebrated Saturday from 4:00-4:45 P.M., or you may schedule another time with a priest at the rectory. MARRIAGE: Please call the rectory at least 7 months prior to your wedding, and before a date is finalized with the reception hall. WEDDING TIMES: Saturday: 1:30 and 3:00 Sunday: 2:00 and 3:00 (Ceremonies only) PRO-LIFE COORDINATOR: John McNamara - 744-2800 BAPTISMS: The parish community celebrates this sacrament at 1:00 P.M. on the third Saturday of each month. Please contact the rectory before your child is born to make arrangements for the Pre-Baptism program. ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Periodically we have a parish celebration. However if you or someone in your family is seriously ill or going to the hospital for a serious operation, then call the rectory. Anyone going to a hospital or who may be sick at home should inform the rectory so the parish can pray for you. R.C.I.A.: Adults seeking to become Catholic; or adults wishing to receive First Communion or Confirmation please call Mr. John McNamara at 744-9525. A.A.: Meetings held every Sunday Evening at 7:00 P.M. in the Parish Center. PRAY WITH THE PARISH: Rosary daily before the 9:00 A.M. Mass Eucharistic Devotion & Benediction - First Friday 1:00 P.M. to 4 P.M. Miraculous Medal - Mondays after 9:00 A.M. Mass Fatima Devotions - First Saturday after 9:00 A.M. Mass

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Roman Catholic Church of St. Mark105 Randall Road • Shoreham, NY 11786 • 744-2800 • Fax 821-1628 • [email protected]

stmarksrcc-shoreham.org

WE ARE GLAD TO HAVE YOU WORSHIP GOD WITH US! PLEASE FEEL AT HOME.IF YOU ARE NEW TO OUR AREA, PLEASE REGISTER AFTER MASS WITH AN USHER

OR COME TO THE RECTORY DURING THE WEEK. WELCOME TO ST. MARK’S PARISH.

THE PASTORAL STAFF

REV. LENNARD SABIO, Parish AdministratorREV. THOMAS TUITE, Associate Pastor

Permanent Deacons 744-2800Rev. Mr. Patrick GeraceRev. Mr. Gino Aceto, [email protected]

Office Manager: 744-2800Mrs. Susan Schena

Parish Outreach: 744-2800Mrs. Jane Fagan, Coordinator,

FaithFormation: 821-0550Mrs. Lynn Fein, Director, [email protected]

Music Director: 821-8497Mrs. Carrie Logan, [email protected]

Youth Ministry for 7th-12th graders: 744-2800Mrs. Lynn Fein, [email protected]. John McNamara, [email protected]

ACTS 744-2800Mrs. Jane Fagan

March 22, 2020 - Fourth Sunday of Lent

MASSES:SATURDAY EVENING: 5:00 P.M.SUNDAYS: 8:00, 9:30, 11:30 A.M.WEEKDAYS: Monday-Friday 9:00 A.M.HOLY DAYS: Vigil 7:30 P.M. (Day) 9:00, 10:30 A.M.

RECTORY OFFICE HOURS:Monday thru Friday: 9:30A.M. - 5:00 P.M.Closed for lunch from 12:00 Noon till 1:00 P.M.Saturday: by appointment onlySunday: closedEmergency - Anytime 744-2800

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION:Confessions celebrated Saturday from 4:00-4:45 P.M., oryou may schedule another time with a priest at the rectory.

MARRIAGE: Please call the rectory at least 7 months priorto your wedding, and before a date is finalized with thereception hall.

WEDDING TIMES:Saturday: 1:30 and 3:00Sunday: 2:00 and 3:00 (Ceremonies only)

PRO-LIFE COORDINATOR:John McNamara - 744-2800

BAPTISMS: The parish community celebrates thissacrament at 1:00 P.M. on the third Saturday of each month.Please contact the rectory before your child is born to makearrangements for the Pre-Baptism program.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Periodically we have aparish celebration. However if you or someone in yourfamily is seriously ill or going to the hospital for a seriousoperation, then call the rectory. Anyone going to a hospitalor who may be sick at home should inform the rectory sothe parish can pray for you.

R.C.I.A.: Adults seeking to become Catholic; or adultswishing to receive First Communion or Confirmationplease call Mr. John McNamara at 744-9525.

A.A.:Meetings held every Sunday Evening at 7:00 P.M. inthe Parish Center.PRAYWITH THE PARISH:Rosary daily before the 9:00 A.M. MassEucharistic Devotion & Benediction - First Friday1:00 P.M. to 4 P.M.Miraculous Medal - Mondays after 9:00 A.M. MassFatima Devotions - First Saturday after 9:00 A.M. Mass

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March 22, 2020 The Roman Catholic Church of Saint Mark Page 2

MASSES FOR THE WEEK

Fulfilled by Private Mass

Monday, March 23, 2020

9:00 AM Daniel Henkel - Nancy Ford Tuesday, March 24, 2020

9:00 AM Helen & William Raffel - daughter, Irene Wednesday, March 25, 2020

9:00 AM Ruth Brandt - Jane & Dennis Fagan Nancy Romano - Maria Romano Thursday, March 26, 2020

9:00 AM Carolyn Russo - Jim & Donna Carberry Friday, March 27, 2020

9:00 AM Gilbert & Mary Pardon - The Family Saturday, March 28, 2020

5:00 PM Providence Bonica - Alice & Jim Maggio

Sunday, March 29, 2020

8:00 AM Donny Jantzen - The Jantzen Family

9:30 AM For the People of the Parish 11:30 AM Rose Springer - Ralph & Gale Lopez Paul Barsauskas - Lynn Fein Matt Zacarro - Marylin & David O’Connor

St. Mark’s is accepting weekly donations for our altar breads and/or sacramental wine used at all Masses during the week. These donations may be memorialized in whatever manner you may wish.

Altar Flowers You have the opportunity each week to donate the altar flowers in memory of a loved one or for a special intention. Please call the rectory office for details.

A Message From Fr. Len

Last Sunday the Diocese of Rockville

Centre stated in the directive that “During

these challenging times, we encourage

everyone to turn to our Lord Jesus Christ

and Blessed Mother in prayer... As individ-

ual and community, it is important that we

act prudently and without panic.”

We indeed pray for Wisdom and Fortitude

to enlighten our mind and heart so that we

act responsibly to prevent the spread of

Corona Virus. It pains you and me to know

that Mass schedules in our Church are

suspended or postponed and other related

activities through Tuesday April 14. As I

mentioned in my homilies last Sunday, I am

saying private Mass to fulfill the Mass

intention obligations daily and praying for

all of you at this time of crisis. Make use

of the Catholic Faith Network (CFN) as

they provide televised and online daily

Masses, let us remain united spiritually. Let

us keep praying for one another and God

bless!

We will keep ourselves updated through the

online bulletin.

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Stewardship FINANCIAL CORNER

By: Susan Schena

SUNDAY COLLECTION OF:

March 14th - March 15th, 2020

1st Collection: $2,656.00 Envelopes: 95

Regional School Collection:

$667.00 Envelopes: 57

Total: $3,323.00

ELECTRONIC FUNDS COLLECTIONS

For the Week of : 3-7-20 to 3-13-20

$413.85

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TOTAL PARKING LOT LIGHTS FUNDRAISER:

As of 3/15/20

Collected $ 27,072.00 Total donors: 399

TOTAL COST OF PARKING LOT LIGHTS:

$73,252.50

Amount of Shortfall: $ $46,180

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Catholic Ministries Appeal 2019

Parish Totals - As of 8/13/19

Parish Goal: $55,100.00

Pledges: $55,444.00

Over (Under): $344.00

Donors: 240

Payments: $47,029.00

Avg/Gifts 2019: $231.02

Avg/Gifts 2018: $275.00

Percentage of Goal: 100.6%

Electronic Giving

Our electronic giving program offers convenience

for you in a safe and secure way. This online system

enables you to make automatic payment methods

that can be used to make regular church offerings

and other contributions without the need to write

checks, carry cash or prepare envelopes.

Online giving allows you to log-in at any time to set

up an automatic donation plan, change your dona-

tion plan, make a one-time donation or view your

online donation history.

You can go to our website at:

stmarksrcc-shoreham.org and click on the donate

button on the home page. This will bring you to the

secure website where you will be able to set up your

donation information. Thank you. We are grateful for

your support of St. Mark's!

50/50 CLUB WINNERS

* Weekend of March 14th– March 15th, 2020*

1st Prize 364597 $5.00

2nd Prize 364604 $3.00

3rd Prize 364600 $2.00

Thank you for your sacrificial giving of time, talent and treasure to support your parish.

When you next update your estate

plan, would you please consider

continuing your lifelong support

of your parish by remembering

St. Mark’s with a bequest?

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Please do not park in the traffic circle in

front of the Church. This is for Emergency

Vehicles only! Handicapped parking is avail-

able in the main and upper parking lots. If

you are handicapped you could also be

dropped off in the front of the Church and

picked up after Mass. Thank you for your

consideration in this very important matter.

March 22, 2020 The Roman Catholic Church of Saint Mark Page 4

PRAY FOR THE SICK

AND THEIR CAREGIVERS

Santa Inguanta, Jennifer Tomforde, James K.

Glennon, Joseph Olivo, Ralph Lopez, Louise

Knepple, Pasquale Cervini, Kathleen Hynes,

Fran Alvino, Joseph Inguanta, Margaret

Bennet, Dawn Vogel, Alice Maggio, Marie

Bilbao, Theresa Delli Bovi, Ronald Blom,

Joseph Robert Morrison, Michael Houlihan, Marissa

Factora, Grace Mary McDonagh, Kyle Giovannelli,

George Wilson, Annmarie Cottone, Judy Veltri, Elaine

Gassaway, Sal Scotto, Peg Jordan, Suzanne Peterson,

Donna Christina, Thomas Lacarrubba, Emil Catalano,

Lily Seward, Terry Sullivan, Kate Bruno, Kathy

Lacarrubba, Charlotte Hoffmann, Steven McCune,

Donna Byrnes, Santino Iori, Pietro Iori, Marie Garcia, Sal

Campanella, Renee Csajko, Jean Wolf, Mary Sherlock,

John DeVeronica, Nicholas Fierro, Jonathan Golden,

Melanie Quintos, Luz Cadena, Koziarz Molano, Patricia

Morgan, Carol Viola, George Viola, Frances Roman, Al

Catalano, Samantha Celano, Janet McMahon, John J.

Degnan, Baby Ruby Cotter, Pastor Tony Vecchione,

George Brenn, John Oswald, Gwendolyn Dilgen, Asunta

Marcocia, Diana Maniscalco Cierski, Vicky Quintos,

David Noe, Dennis Fagan, Helen Lichtenberger,

Kathleen Flynn, William Cilbento, Deborah Conrardy,

Angela Yates, Brittany Yates, Leslie Fiorett, Patricia

McIsaac, Lana Nemecek, Ann Marie Leace.

If you know of any of the above names that should be removed from the list due to a return to good health, please inform the rectory office at 744-2800. Names will be removed on the first of each month, unless we are notified. Kindly call the rectory with any updates. Thank you.

Preview of next Sunday’s Readings

Reading I: Isaiah 50:4-7 (38ABC)

Psalm: Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24

Reading II: Philippians 2:6-11

Gospel: Matthew 26:14 — 27:66 or 27:11-54

ALTAR SERVERS

St. Mark's altar server ministry welcomes any child

in 3rd grade or above who would like to be an altar

server. Please email Carla Silva and Marianne Minarik

at [email protected]. We would

love to have you join us!

PREGNANT ? NEED HELP ?

Birthright Inc.

24 Hr. Helpline 1-800-550-4900

Wantagh 516-785-4070 Hampton Bays 631-728-8900

Islip 631-277-3888 Southold 631-876-5138

Rocky Point 631-821-9727

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Environmental Initiative:

Reverence Life

What can I do to answer the call of Pope Francis to cherish the environment and to

become a better steward of creation?

Establish a Saint Kateri Habitat at home. Three elements are needed from the following

list:

1. food, water, cover, and space for wildlife

2. native trees, shrubs, and wildflowers (such as milkweed and goldenrods for monarch butterflies)

3. vegetable garden or flower gardens

4. clean energy and sustainable practices of

gardening

5. space for prayer

And then a Catholic religious expression such as a statue, cross, or Saint Kateri

Habitat Sign.

To register your Saint Kateri Habitat and to obtain a Saint Kateri Habitat Sign contact the

Saint Kateri Conservation Center at kateri.org and for more information you can contact:

[email protected]

or

Mr. McNamara at: [email protected].

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Thought for the Week

In these troubled times, we have to remember that Jesus is in charge of everything,

and He loves to hear the prayers of His children.

We can all benefit from this exercise:

Sit quietly, or go for a walk..

Breathe in Jesus—

Breathe out all our cares, concerns, and worries—one by one.

Fill ourselves with Him, and He will take care of everything else!

The Eucharist

"The Holy Eucharist is like a divine Storehouse filled with every virtue;

God has placed It in the world so that everyone one may draw from It."

(Peter Julian Eymard)

Words from Pope Francis

There is never a reason to lose hope. Jesus says:

“I am with you until the end of the world.”

Respect Life Prayer

Lord Jesus, we are a people of hope.

Help us to persevere in the battle to protect all life from the womb to the tomb.

A Scripture to Ponder……

“God is our refuge and our strength,

an ever-present help in trouble.”

(Psalm 46:1)

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A Little Smile…

Heloooo, “Cut-ups”!

(And Super Sewers!)

Our Cut-ups have continued to gather to cut

out patterns, and what is so amazing is that there are

always new ideas about how to make the process

more efficient.

Thanks to all who come together to share

their talents and enthusiasm! These are all simple

tasks, but together they make a difference in the lives

of little boys and girls in Haiti.

We will not be meeting until after April

14th. Keep an eye on the bulletin for when we

resume.

“We can’t all do great things, but we can do small

things with great love.”

(Mother Teresa)

A Little Smile

Just a Thought

“Happiness is having a hand to hold,

finding a heart to heal,

and leaning into tomorrow with love.”

(The Little Book of Hope—Robert Schuller)

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We are always happy to hear from any families concerning the faith formation of

their children and teens Please call, e-mail or visit the Faith Formation Office to

discuss how to begin. Preparation for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist oc-

curs over two years, beginning when the children are in first grade. Young people

seeking to celebrate the sacrament of Confirmation are invited to join us for their

two years of preparation. We are always happy to welcome back our returning families and to welcome

any newcomers. Upon registering, families will be provided with details concerning our online registra-

tion fee payment. Children continue with each level, growing in their faith and love of the Lord. The

schedule for our Faith Formation classes is very family friendly, offering both afternoon and evening

times for each level. We are always happy to hear from any families who would like to find out more

about our parish offerings which enable the children, teens, parents and grandparents opportunities

to increase their faith and grow closer to the Lord. We offer weekly formation for children and teens,

a Liturgy of the Word for children at our 9:30 Sunday Mass year round, preparation for the sacra-

ments of Baptism, First Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation, a summer Vacation Bible

Camp, a Youth Group and Youth Masses followed by get-togethers for seventh through twelfth graders,

service opportunities for our young people, discussion and sharing for parents and grandparents and

seasonal events for the entire parish. If your child has any special needs at all we will work with you to

provide the very best learning environment. We are also happy to welcome any families with children

who may have been delayed in receiving the sacraments. You are invited to call or e-mail the Faith For-

mation Office to discover the many ways your family can be involved, or to register your children for

our classes.

We continually seek new volunteers to assist us in doing so. If you feel you may be called to be a Cate-

chist for the children and teens, would like to assist in a class or would be willing to be a door moni-

tor, please contact the Faith Formation Office to discuss the possibility. To keep our building secure

during class times, we especially seek those who may be willing to be door monitors. Another current

need is for volunteers to assist any children with special needs, as they participate in our classes. As-

sistance to Catechists who teach one of our Monday classes would be very much appreciated. We will

keep in our prayers all those who may be considering this opportunity to truly make a difference in

our young people’s lives. We welcome parishioners of every age group to the catechetical ministry. Ini-

tial and ongoing formation, as well as continued support, is provided. All volunteers in any ministries

in our parish must take the VIRTUS training provided throughout the diocese, complete an application,

submit to a background check and when ministering to children or teens remain updated with child

protection bulletins.

With directives from the diocese, and out of concern for all with the current health situation, we are

cancelling our Faith Formation classes until after Easter, as well as any gatherings or meetings. We

will also not be having the Liturgy of the Word for Children at our 9:30 Mass for now. All families

whose children and teens are registered for Faith Formation have received e-mails regarding these

changes.

We thank all who had planned to come to our Lenten Gathering and also the teens who volunteered to

assist. However, we have decided not to have it this year. We look forward to everyone’s participation

next year.

FAITH FORMATION 631 821-0550 [email protected]

Lynn Fein, Director

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SAINT MARK’S YOUTH MINISTRY

FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN

7TH THROUGH 12TH GRADES

FAITH FORMATION

DIRECTOR

MRS. LYNN FEIN

631 821-0550 OR

[email protected]

Our Youth group meets from 7 to 8:30 on Monday nights in our parish center. All those who are cur-rently in seventh through twelfth grades are in-vited to join us and to bring a friend. We also ask all of our parishioners to spread the word about our youth group, and to encourage the participa-tion of any young people you may know. Follow-ing diocesan directives and out of concern for all, we will not be having any of our Youth Ministry gatherings until after Easter. We will keep every-one up-to-date with any changes. We thank all of our leaders and teens for being a part of this very special ministry. Our next Youth Mass will take place on Saturday, April 25 at 5 p.m., followed by a get-together in the center for the young people and their families.

St. Mark’s Respect Life

Seminar on Pope Francis and

the Family

Amoris Laetitia

What are some of the

concerns our families face

today?

How about couples who

experience divorce?

How do we help families in dis-

tress?

Join us for a presentation on the

teaching of Pope Francis on these

important issues as we all try to grow

in RESPECT FOR LIFE!!!

Monday, April 20th, at 9:30am

or

Monday, May 11th, at 8pm

or

Sunday, June 14th, at 12:30pm

St. Mark’s Parish Center

Refreshments will be served with a light

lunch on June 14th

RSVP to Mr. John J. McNamara,

St. Mark’s Respect Life Moderator, at

[email protected] or (631) 744-2800

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OUR ANNUAL

NORTH SHORE CLERICUS

LENTEN SERVICES

All remaining services will not be

held as we continue to take

precautions. We thank you for your

participation in our services, and

will look forward to having you

with us in the future. We are sure

that all join us in prayer for the

Lord’s healing and peace during

this challenging time.

Many Blessings,

The North Shore Clericus Members

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MUSIC NOTES

As I write this article, we are in the grips of the coronavirus. This is indeed a very challenging and trying time and I know everyone is, in varying degrees, rightfully concerned. Our faith teaches us to turn to God when we feel anxious and afraid, so please allow me to share with you this beautiful message from Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles, current president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. He includes a comforting prayer that I ask you to join me in praying.

With the worldwide outbreak of the coronavirus, we are confronted once more with the fragility of our lives, and again we are reminded of our common humanity — that the peoples of this world are our brothers and sisters, that we are all one family under God.

God does not abandon us, he goes with us even now in this time of trial and testing. In this moment, it is important for us to

anchor our hearts in the hope that we have in Jesus Christ. Now is the time to intensify our prayers and sacrifices for the love of God and the love of our neighbor. Let us draw closer to one another in our love for him, and rediscover the things that truly matter in our lives.

United with our Holy Father Pope Francis, let us pray in solidarity for our brothers and sisters here and around the world who

are sick. Let us pray for those who have lost loved ones to this virus. May God console them and grant them peace. We pray also for doctors, nurses, and caregivers, for public health officials and all civic leaders. May God grant them cour-

age and prudence as they seek to respond to this emergency with compassion and in service to the common good. In this time of need, I invite all the faithful to seek together the maternal intercession of Our Lady of Guadalupe, and I share

this prayer with you:

Holy Virgin of Guadalupe,

Queen of the Angels and Mother of the Americas.

We fly to you today as your beloved children.

We ask you to intercede for us with your Son,

as you did at the wedding in Cana.

Pray for us, loving Mother,

and gain for our nation and world,

and for all our families and loved ones,

the protection of your holy angels,

that we may be spared the worst of this illness.

For those already afflicted,

we ask you to obtain the grace of healing and deliverance.

Hear the cries of those who are vulnerable and fearful,

wipe away their tears and help them to trust.

In this time of trial and testing,

teach all of us in the Church to love one another and to be patient and kind.

Help us to bring the peace of Jesus to our land and to our hearts.

We come to you with confidence,

knowing that you truly are our compassionate mother,

health of the sick and cause of our joy.

Shelter us under the mantle of your protection,

keep us in the embrace of your arms,

help us always to know the love of your Son, Jesus. Amen.

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(continued from Page 12) In this uncertain time, may the refrain of the song, The Lord Is My Hope, by M.D. Ridge, be a musical backdrop to this fervent prayer:

The Lord is my hope and my glory.

The Lord is the song that I sing: so tender and loving a shepherd, so rooted in justice, a King.

When shadow confuses my vision, when sorrow lays claim to my heart,

God is my refuge, my rock and my shield.

I will rely on the Lord.

Stay safe, stay healthy, and may God’ peace and blessings be with us all.

Till next time, please keep singing,

Carrie Logan

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MEDIA STATEMENT

DATE: March 16, 2020 – 1PM EDT

RE: Announcement

FROM: Sean P. Dolan, Director of Communications

Note: This information was sent to all priests by the Offices of the Vicar General and Chancellor.

As of March 15, 2020, the Centers for Disease Control announced that it is recommended that all events involving

50 people or more be suspended or postponed. In an effort to promote health and safety of all people, the Diocese

of Rockville Centre announces the following measures:

1. Beginning Monday, March 16, 2020 at 3:00 PM, all Masses (weekday and weekend), meetings, and non-

essential activities in our parishes are suspended or postponed through Tuesday, April 14, 2020. This will include

all Holy Week and Easter Liturgies. However, these will be televised and available online (see below).

This includes all Confirmations, First Communions, First Confessions, etc. When these events are rescheduled, they

will be announced by local parishes. Funerals and weddings may be permitted if necessary, but should be limited

to immediate family and remain under 50 people in attendance. Baptisms should be postponed unless absolutely

necessary and should observe the same limits.

2. The Catholic Faith Network (CFN) will provide televised and online daily Masses, including Holy Week and Easter

Liturgies, as well as other devotional and spiritual programs. (Optimum channel 29/137, Verizon FiOS TV channel

296, and Spectrum channel 162/471.) CFN is also available on selected cable and satellite systems and through

24/7 live stream at CFNtv.org. You can also watch CFN on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Android, or by

downloading the CFN iOS mobile app at the app store by searching “Catholic Faith Network” or “CFN”.

3. Your local parish may also offer live streaming of liturgies. Please check your parish web site for availability.

4. Currently, our Catholic Schools are closed through March 20, 2020, following the measures taken by Nassau

and Suffolk public schools. However, we continue to monitor the situation and will adapt and update as needed.

Our parish Religious Education programs will remain suspended until Tuesday, April 14, 2020. Again, we continue

to monitor the situation and will adapt and update as needed.

5. In an effort to participate in the statewide efforts to halt the spread of the COVID-19 virus, effective on Wednes-

day, March 18, 2020, the administrative offices of the Diocese of Rockville Centre located in Rockville Centre and

Massapequa Park will be closed through Monday, April 13, 2020. Offices are scheduled to reopen on Tuesday,

April 14, 2020, at 8:30 am. These locations will be thoroughly cleaned during closure. All employees will be working

remotely, with business being conducted by email, telephonically or electronically, as best as possible. For the

latest information visit www.drvc.org.

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The Catholic Faith Network (CFN) Broadcast of the Celebration of the Eucharist:

St. Agnes Cathedral, Rockville Centre, New York Monday – Friday at 8:30 am & 12:30 pm ET

Sunday at 11:00 am & 7:00 pm ET

St. Patrick’s Cathedral, New York Monday – Friday at 6:30 pm ET

Our Lady of Loretto Church, Hempstead, New York Sunday at 6 pm ET

The Catholic Faith Network (CFN) is available throughout the New York, New Jersey, and

Connecticut area on Optimum channel 29/137, Verizon FiOS TV channel 296, and Spectrum

channel 162/471.

The Catholic Faith Network (CFN) is also available on selected cable and satellite systems

nationwide, along with a vast on-demand library of original programming and a high quality

24/7 live stream at CFNtv.org

You can also watch CFN on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Android, or by download-

ing the CFN iOS mobile app at the app store by searching “Catholic Faith Network” or

“CFN”

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