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THE PARISH OF RESURRECTION-ASCENSION 85-25 61st Road, Rego Park, New York 11374
(718) 424-5212 www.rachurch.net
Weekend Mass Schedule
Saturday Evening- 5:00pm Sunday- 8:00am, 9:30am, 11:00am
12:30pm en español
Weekday Mass Schedule
Monday-Saturdays 9:00am
Rectory Hours Monday-Friday 9:00am-noon
1:00pm-5:00pm Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm (receptionist en Espanol)
Sunday Closed
Parish Staff Very Rev. Thomas G. Pettei, Pastor Rev. Richard Conlon, Parochial Vicar Msgr. Robert J. Thelen, Parochial Vicar Rev. Basilio Monteiro, Weekend Presider Mr. Emanuel Bologna, Director of Music
Mrs. Joann Heppt, Academy Principal Mr. Jason Velazquez, Director of Faith Formation & Pastoral Outreach
Mr. James Shearer, Youth Minister
Rectory Staff Debbie Gross, Receptionist [email protected], or ext 10 Heather Belon, Bookkeeper [email protected], or ext 12 Cathy Mesa, Tuition Officer/ Receptionist [email protected], or ext 16 Carmen Chang, Receptionist en español
Rite of Reconciliation Saturday 11:00-11:30am
or by appointment
Resurrection-Ascension Catholic Academy
(718) 426-4963 [email protected] www.racatholicacademy.org
To register with the parish, please visit the Rectory office.
The Sacrament of Baptism takes place
once a month. Please call the Rectory for schedules and information on
registration.
The Sacrament of Marriage- please call the Rectory for scheduling. According to
Diocesan policy, arrangements must be made six months in advance.
Pastoral Outreach- please contact the Director of Pastoral Outreach (ext. 28 at
rectory) for information regarding Communion calls, Food Pantry, Care of
the Homebound, etc.
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____________________RESURRECTION-ASCENSION CHURCH, REGO PARK
Today is the Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time (C). The Readings are found at #1186 in the Parish Hymnal.
Monday, September 30th 9:00am for the Baptism ann of Mariel Grace and Nathaniel Jack Santiago and family, req by Josephine Santiago
Tuesday, October 1st 9:00am Bob Belon, req by Nita and Angel Almazan
Wednesday, October 2nd 9:00am Francisco Kien Ta, req by the Lam family
Thursday, October 3rd 9:00am Luella Sheehan, req by Irene Sheehan
Friday, October 4th 9:00am First Friday Perpetual Mass Society
Saturday, October 5th- 9:00am- For the People of the Parish -Michael and Camilla Pagano -John and Elsa Pereira, req by their family -Kathleen, Thomas, Jr., and John Condy, req by Eileen Dunne -John, Joseph, and Avery Dunne, req by Eileen Dunne -Thomas Condy, Sr., and Fr. Brendan Fullam, req by Eileen Dunne -Renato Cuadra (ann), req by his daughter Michelle Cuadra
5:00pm Carmen Cordani, req by Renee Pappalardo and family
Sunday, October 6th – Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
(141: Hb 1:2-3; 2:2-4 Ps 95: 1-2, 6-9 2 Tm 1:6-8, 13-14 Lk 17:5-10)
8:00am Mary Minerva, req by her family 9:30am Herminia Rosado, req by Anne Szydlowski 11:00am Bertha M. Kosich, req by Rita and Ed Geraghty
12:30pm Mercedes Marie Martinez, Jose Martinez, Apollo Martinez, req by their family
A Glimpse at your contributions… September 21/22: Sunday Collection: $5,968.50 Contributions made via Online Giving: $724 Total Sunday Collection: $7,457.50 Maintenance Fund Collection: $1,489
2020 MASS BOOK OPENING
The first half (January through June) of the 2020
Mass Book will be open on Tuesday, October 8th
at 10am. We ask that you limit your requests to 5
Masses. Requests may also be sent in, along with
your contact information, and a self-addressed,
stamped envelope.
REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS
The Sick and/or Hospitalized: Vahide Atlas, Colleen Breheny, Peggy Brennan, Stephanie Bojarski, Kurt Burger, Richard DeNardo, Kathleen Fallon, Ida Fernandes, Steve Ferrugio, Msgr. Vincent Fullam, Jackie Hanley, George J. Harms, George M. Harms, Pat Holahan, James Leung, Joe Loughnane, Mary Loughnane, Saverio Lunetta, Mary Ellen Lustberg, Nora Lydon, Dolly Serna Ocampo, Brendan Phelan, Grace Radonicic, Frank Rahill, Maureen Rahill, Barbara Ravert, Susan Richards, Joel Rivera, Madeline Silecchia, Rose and Carmela Tantillo, Chana Yadgarova.
Deceased: Caridad Lendez
WINE & HOSTS AND MEMORIAL CANDLES
The Wine and Hosts will be used this week in loving memory of Anna Pagano.
The Sanctuary Lamp will be lit this week for the intentions of Fr. Salvatore J. Amato, as requested by Larry and Annmary Passantino.
The Candle at the Statue of St. Joseph will be lit this week in loving memory of Frank F. Fazio (anniversary), as requested by the Frank Fazio family.
The Candle at the Statue of St. John Vianney will be lit this week in loving memory of Anna Pagano.
The Flowers at the Statue of the Blessed Mother will be placed this week for the intentions of Robert and Catherine Burke on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary, as requested by their family.
FIRST FRIDAY This Friday, October 4th, is the First Friday of the
Month. The following have been enrolled in the Perpetual Mass Society:
Virginia Dente Linda Corona John Sabu, Jr. Alepheus Churchill Dey Gregory Evans Arsenio Directo Frank Gilmartin John Fotunato Battaglia Willie Sumampong Gerard Bogin Blanche Ozarchuk Patricia Anne Oettinger Edward Miller Eleanor Boyle
UTILITY FUND Next weekend, we will be accepting your donation to our Utility Fund, which includes both fuel and electric. An envelope has been included in your regular tithing packet. Thank you for your consideration and generosity.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2019
Dear Friends,
Where have you seen Lazarus lately? Did you even notice him? This weekend’s Gospel is one of the parables of Jesus that begs us to examine our conscience. Do I stop to notice the poor, and do I stop long enough to reach out to offer help and care for them? Most of us in our parish are much better off than Lazarus—we have a place to stay at night, food on our table and clothing on our backs. Other pressures may weigh upon us—bills to pay, family issues, challenges at work, or other matters. But most of us do not fear for the basics. Are those other issues giving us the excuse to forget about Lazarus? When Jesus came, he challenged people to look at the world in a different way. Isn’t that what you love about the Gospel—how it makes us dream of the Kingdom? The story of the rich man and Lazarus challenges us to look beyond ourselves—to see the poor and needy at our doorstep, and to realize we have a relationship with them, our brothers and sisters. Jesus’ dream of the kingdom starts right here—when we recognize and love our neediest brothers and sisters! One by one, can we start to do that?
Peace, Fr. Tom Pettei
+++ Queridos amigos, ¿Han visto a Lázaro últimamente? ¿Lo han notado en algún momento? El Evangelio de este fin de semana es una de las parábolas de Jesús que nos invita a que examinemos nuestra propia conciencia. ¿Me detengo para poner atención a los pobres, doy el tiempo suficiente para ofrecerles ayuda y apoyarlos? La mayoría de nosotros en nuestra parroquia estamos en mejor situación que Lázaro-- tenemos un lugar para pasar la noche, comida en la mesa y ropa para cubrirnos. Otras preocupaciones pueden pesar sobre nosotros --facturas que pagar, problemas familiares, desafíos en el trabajo u otros problemas. Pero a la mayoría de nosotros no nos falta lo básico. ¿Creen ustedes que esos otros problemas nos dan excusa suficiente para olvidarnos de Lázaro? Cuando Jesús vino, desafió a las personas a mirar al mundo de una manera diferente. ¿No es eso lo que nos atrae del Evangelio, --que nos hace aspirar al Reino? La historia del hombre rico y de Lázaro nos desafía a mirar más allá de nosotros mismos --a notar a los pobres y necesitados frente a nosotros y a darnos cuenta de que tenemos una relación con ellos, que son nuestros hermanos y hermanas. El Reino de Dios comienza aquí en la Tierra --¡cuando reconocemos y amamos a nuestros hermanos y hermanas más necesitados! Uno por uno, ¿podemos comenzar a hacer esto una realidad?
Paz y bendiciones, Padre Tom
TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
RESURRECTION-ASCENSION
CATHOLIC ACADEMY NEWS
Toddler Time Is Back! We will begin Toddler Time this week on Wednesday, October 2nd. The group meets on Wednesdays from 9:30am-10:30am. Our program includes music, art, storytelling and playtime. A snack is included for each child. The cost is $2 per session, and registration is ongoing. If you would like further information, please call the school at 718-426-4963. We look forward to seeing you!
Nursery and Pre-K For All There are still a few seats left in our Nursery and Pre-K program. If you are interested, please contact the school office at 718-426-4963.
FACILITIES UPDATE Just to inform you, our organ (that has
been with us over 30 years) was seriously affected by a power surge or lightning strike last month. We are using a loaner organ at the moment. Because of the cost of repairs and its age, we are evaluating the possibility of replacing the organ instead of repairing it. Also, we have received several proposals for the work on the Woodhaven Boulevard parking lot. As you know, this is one of the last local projects included in our Generations of Faith campaign. Soil samples were taken this past week to get a better understanding of what lies beneath the asphalt as well. Be assured that the parking lot work continues to be a priority. - Father Tom
2019 ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL Parish Goal: $62,027 Pledged to date: $63,181 Paid to date: $58,287
YOUTH GROUP BEGINS Our parish Youth Group meets Sundays from10:30-12noon. For
more information, email Jim Shearer, our parish Youth Minister, at [email protected]. New members are always welcome!!
THE WEEK AHEAD
Monday, September 30th- St. Jerome, Priest and Doctor of the Church -Food Pantry 10-12noon PCC -Basketball Practice 5-9pm Gym
-Yoga 6pm FFH Garden -NA 7:30pm PCC
Tuesday, October 1st- St. Therese of the Child Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church -Children’s Choir 3pm Church -Basketball Practice 5-9pm Gym -English Classes 6-8pm PCC -Spanish Prayer Group 7-9pm FFH Chapel
Wednesday, October 2nd- The Holy Guardian Angels -Food Pantry 10-12noon PCC -English Choir 7:30pm Church -Basketball Practice 5-9pm Gym -NA 7:30pm PCC
Thursday, October 3rd -Spanish Support Group 9:30-11:30am FFH Garden -Diocesan Choir Practice 7:30pm Church -Basketball Practice 5-9pm Gym -English Classes 6-8pm PCC
Friday, October 4th- First Friday, St. Francis of Assisi -Perpetual Mass Society 9:30am CMR -CODA 10am PCC -Twirling 3:30-6:45pm FFH Main -No Basketball Practice -School Family Bingo Night 7pm Gym -Spanish Bible Study 7-9pm FFH Garden
Saturday, October 5th- Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos, Priest; BVM -OCA 10am PCC -Instructional Basketball 10-12noon Gym -Spanish Adoration 11am Church -Spanish Rosary 12noon FFH Chapel -Spanish Classes 3-5pm PCC -Spanish Service 5-7pm PCC -Divine Mercy 4:15pm Blessed Sacrament
Sunday, October 6th - Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time, Respect Life Sunday -Children’s Liturgy at the 9:30am Mass -Sunday School 10:45-12noon School -Youth Group 10:30-12noon FFH Garden -Confirmation Parent Meeting 12:30pm FFH -Divino Nino 1:30pm Church & Reception in Gym -Alanon 12noon PCC -Blessing of the Animals 2pm Small Schoolyard
SEPTEMBER 29, 2019
CELEBRATION OF THE BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
for the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi
Sunday, October 6th at 2pm
Resurrection-Ascension Church (Middle Yard on Eliot Ave.)
Those attending this celebration are requested to use whatever means necessary
(leashes, cages, etc.) to guarantee the safety of all involved on this occasion.
“St. Francis of Assisi, bless and protect my pet.”
SAVE THE DATE!!!!
Health and Social Services Fair- Sunday, October 20th from 10am-3pm in Msgr. Dooley
Hall (auditorium). More information to follow in future bulletins.
RESPECT LIFE BRUNCH 2019
Sunday, October 13th following the 9:30am Sunday Mass $25 per person- Catered brunch in Fr. Feely Hall.
Kindly RSVP by October 9th to Jason at (718) 424-5212, ext 28, or [email protected].
For your convenience, you may fill out the form below, and return to the rectory, or place in next week’s collection basket, attn: Respect Life Brunch
Name_____________________________________
Phone___________________________ # of tickets___________
Sitting with________________________ Amount enclosed:__________ Please make checks payable to Resurrection-Ascension Church
