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29 Quealy Place, Rockville Centre, New York 11570-4021
Phone: (516) 766–0205 Fax: (516) 763-0745
Website: www.stagnescathedral.org
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Parish of St. Agnes Cathedral
February 18, 2018
First Sunday of Lent
MISSION STATEMENT:
We, the parish of St. Agnes Cathedral, a community of believers, proclaim the presence of Christ in the world through Word, Sacrament and deeds. Affirming the sanctity of each person, we minister to all by committing ourselves to renewal, formation and living the Gospel.
Most Reverend John O. Barres, S.T.D., J.C.L., D.D.
Diocesan Bishop
Most Reverend William F. Murphy, S.T.D.
Bishop Emeritus
PASTORAL STAFF
Rector
Rev. Msgr. William E. Koenig
Rector Emeritus
Rev. Msgr. James P. Kelly
Associate Pastors
Rev. Seth N. Awo-Doku
Rev. James H. Hansen
Rev. German Villabon, O.S.A.
In Residence
Rev. Msgr. Robert O. Morrissey
Rev. Msgr. James Vlaun
Permanent Deacon
Deacon Thomas McDaid
Principal, St. Agnes School
Cecilia St. John
Asst. Principal, St. Agnes School
Brian Jensen
Pastoral Associate for
Evangelization and Formation
Joseph R. Long
Confirmation Coordinator
Deacon Andrew Ciccaroni
Pastoral Associate
Sr. Kathleen Murphy, O.P.
Acting Director of Music
Michael Bower
Business Manager
Harry Larson
Comunidad Hispana
Rev. German Villabon, O.S.A.
THE PARISH OF ST. AGNES CATHEDRAL
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Schedule of Masses
Saturday Evening 5:00 p.m. — Cathedral 7:30 p.m. — Lower Hall 7:30p.m. — Cathedral (Spanish Mass) Sunday 7:00, 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 5:00 p.m. 10:30 a.m. — Lower Hall (not celebrated in summer) Weekday 6:30, 7:45, 9:00 a.m., 12:10 p.m. (No 12:10 p.m. Saturday) Monday 7:30 p.m. Eve of Holy Day 5:00 p.m. Holy Day — Check the weekly bulletin
Cathedral & Adoration Chapel Hours
As a reminder to parishioners and visitors alike, the Cathedral doors will be locked Monday through Friday, following the 12:10 p.m. Mass (closing at approximately 2:00 p.m.). For those who wish to pray later in the day, the Adoration Chapel is open until 7:00 p.m. Access to the Chapel is through the north door on Clinton Avenue. On weekends the entire Cathedral is open until the completion of that day’s final Mass.
“Mass Transit” Bus Service
St. Agnes Cathedral offers bus service to parishioners who are unable to drive to Sunday Mass. Our “Mass Transit” mini-bus provides service to our 9:30 a.m. Mass. Please leave your name, address and phone number with the rectory office if you need a ride.
Sacraments
Confessions Saturday, Eve of Holy Day, and Eve of First Friday from
4:00 to 4:45 p.m.
Monday Evening following 7:30 p.m. Mass.
Wednesday Morning following the 7:45 a.m. Mass and the 12:10 p.m. Mass.
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Baptism Once a month on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. and on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of
the month at 1:45 p.m. Contact the Rectory Office to arrange for interview,
ceremony and registration for required Baptism Preparation Class (for first time parents). Spanish Baptisms take place before the 7:30 p.m. Spanish Mass on Saturday evening. Please call the Rectory Office for more information.
———— Marriage Arrangements should be made at least 12 months in
advance and prior to making reception plans. Call the Rectory for an appointment with the priest or deacon you wish to witness your wedding. All couples are required to attend Pre-Cana.
Pastoral Care of the Sick Priests and Extraordinary Ministers of
Communion are available to bring Holy Communion to parishioners confined to home. Please call the Rectory Office to make arrangements. Those who are seriously ill should request a priest for Anointing of the Sick. The Anointing of the Sick is also celebrated each Monday morning during the 9:00 a.m. Mass. If you would like to be anointed, please sit in the first row of the baptismal font transept.
On Becoming A Catholic
Those seeking
information about
the Catholic Faith
are invited
to contact
Joseph R. Long
(678-2306)
concerning the
Rite of Christian
Initiation of Adults
(RCIA).
Contact Numbers Rectory Office ............................................. 766-0205 Open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (closed for lunch 12:30 -1:30 p.m.) Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Emergencies anytime
Elementary School ...................................... 678-5550 Cecilia St. John, Principal Brian Jensen, Assistant Principal
Evangelization and Formation .................. 678-2306 Joseph R. Long
Office open Mondays from 1:30 - 4:00 p.m. Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Adult Formation (RCIA) .......................... 678-2306 Joseph R. Long
Service Center/Outreach ............................ 678-1854 Sr. Kathleen P. Murphy, O.P.
Office open Monday—Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Music Office ................................................ 764-9578 Michael Bower Comunidad Hispana ................................... 766-0205 Rev. German Villabon, O.S.A.
Business Office ............................................ 766-0205 Harry Larson, Manager
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Please Pray For The Dearly Departed Irene T. DeGray, Richard J. Schlageter, Gertrude Staab, Daniel R. Bastian,
Martha Wilko, Mary Theresa DeVerna, Jewell Farrell, William Cameron
For The Sick Clarence Brown, Yvonne Brown, John
Campbell, Naeemah Philippeaux, Tom Solomita, Sebastian Hall, Ted Levatino, John Coyne, Barbara Evans, Rocky Mirro, Eleanor Matthews, Catalina Aloi, Jake Basile, Timothy Cantwell, Jimi Lyn Chapman, James and Kathleen Conway, Kathy Cusimano, Billy Deering, Edward Denaro, William Farley, Reese Gallinaro, Cynthia Haralson, Diane Hayden, Jimmy Kerrigan, Michael Lanzi, Michael Lema, Jake Lonigro, Zellin Lowe, Joseph McCartney, Joseph Murray, Robert O’Brien, Mary O’Neill, Lisa Quane, Mary Ruchalski, Paul Russo, Jim Schneider, Lisa Pelrine-Shulman, Sally Ann Smith, Carolyn Thomas, Joseph M. Torregrossa, Louise Vastola
Names for the bulletin remain for three weeks unless the Rectory is notified.
Rose for Life
In Loving Memory of
Jane Elizabeth Donohue
Special Needs Mass We will celebrate a Mass for special needs children and their families on Saturday, February 24th at 5:00 p.m. in the Lower Hall of Monsignor Melton Auditorium. This area is handicapped accessible, allowing families with children who have developmental disabilities access to the Lower Hall to celebrate God’s presence in their lives.
Sanctuary Lamp
Burns In Memory of George & Dorothy Boranian
for George’s 90th birthday
Masses For The Week Monday, February 19, Lenten Weekday, Presidents’ Day Lv 19:1-2, 11-18; Mt 25:31-46 6:30 Anne J. O’Brien & Debbie Pearsall 7:45 Bob Fannon 9:00 Phyllis Savarese 12:10 Charles Murphy 7:30 NO EVENING MASS Tuesday, February 20, Lenten Weekday Is 55:10-11; Mt 6:7-15 6:30 Christopher Seidel 7:45 Ralph A. Perri 9:00 Sylvia Hansen 12:10 Thomas J. Fox Wednesday, February 21, St. Peter Damian, Bishop Jon 3:1-10; Lk 11:29-32 6:30 Stephen Pfail 7:45 John Schwarz 9:00 William Watson 12:10 Frank Germano Thursday, February 22, The Chair of St. Peter the Apostle 1Pt 5:1-4; Mt 16:13-19 6:30 In honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus 7:45 Michael Clarke 9:00 Mary Lynch 12:10 John Phippen Friday, February 23, St. Polycarp, Bishop & Martyr Ez 18:21-28; Mt 5:20-26 6:30 Theresa Goetz 7:45 Frank J. Verni & Krista Verni 9:00 Ernest & Thelma Brodenche 12:10 Joseph Haynor Saturday, February 24, Lenten Weekday Dt 26:16-19; Mt 5:43-48 6:30 Steven Zinno 7:45 James Graham 9:00 Special Intention 5:00 Joseph DiLorenzo. Mary Lynch, Pasquale Caligiuri (30th Anniversary), Maria Capacchione, Sean Clancy 5:00 LH Maureen Michel 7:30 C Roman Torres 7:30 LH William Carey Sunday, February 25, Second Sunday of Lent Gn 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18; Rom 8:31b-34; Mk 9:2-10 7:00 Carolyn Tommins 8:00 Thomas Connors 9:30 Parishioners of St. Agnes Cathedral 10:30 LH Patricia Moore 11:00 Joseph V. Davis, Jr. 12:30 Frank C. Sorensen, MD, Daniel C. Henry, Marion O’Sullivan, Ralph Perri, Valerie Librizzo 5:00 Luis Ramos
Special Collection
This weekend there will be a special collection for “The Church in Need.” The monies collected at this time will be shared among three areas of the world where there is particular need for help: the Church in Central and Eastern Europe, the Church in Latin America and the Church in Africa. Please be as generous as you can.
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Stewardship
A Way of Life
This Week’s Readings
The waters of Baptism make us part of the new covenant in Christ. But the bishops’ pastoral letter on stewardship reminds us that “there is a fundamental obligation arising from the sacrament of baptism...that people place their gifts, their resources - their selves - at God’s service in and through the Church.”
In Living Stewardship
We are grateful this week for all stewards in our parish whose giving - whether of alms, time or service - will be an expression of gratitude for what the Father has given them.
Sharing One’s Material Resources
in the Parish
St. Monica Parents Intercession Prayer
Group St. Monica Parents Intercession Prayer Group meets on the first and third Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Holy Cross Chapel, located in the Parish Ministries building. Our next meeting will be on March 1st. For more information call Mary at (516) 375-0738.
Hospitality
Sunday
Today is Hospitality Sunday!
Join us in the Parish Center
after the 8:00, 9:30 and
10:30 a.m. Masses for coffee,
bagels and muffins.
St. Agnes Blood Drive
February
18th
8:30 a.m. to
2:30 p.m.
Our Blood Drive will be held today, Sunday, February 18th from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Parish Center. Please bring a photo or signature ID, minimum weight 110 lbs, ages 16—75 (16 year olds must have parental consent; age 76 and over need a doctor’s note) Please join us and give the gift of life!
Novena to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Monday - after 9:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Masses
Rosary
After the 9:00 a.m. Mass each Monday through Saturday in the Cathedral except on
First Saturday when it is recited at 8:30 a.m. All are welcome.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
You are invited to join us each Friday for some quiet reflection and prayer in the Holy Cross Chapel following the 9:00 a.m. Mass concluding with
Benediction at 3:00 p.m.
Holiday Schedule
Please note: The Rectory Office will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Monday, February 19, 2018 due to the President’s Day holiday. There will be no 7:30 p.m. Mass that evening.
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St. Agnes
Cathedral School
Principal’s
Announcements
Happy Presidents’ Day! School is closed this week for winter recess. Classes will resume on Monday, February 26th. Applications for admission to St. Agnes Cathedral School for the 2018-2019 school year are now being accepted. The school has been educating children in the Catholic faith for 100 years! We have so much to offer, including: advanced math and science classes for our middle school students, an automated parent notification system, secured access to your child’s grades throughout the school year, aftercare, extracurricular activities, sports programs, and much, much more, all in a faith-based environment.
Children entering Kindergarten must be five years of age by Dec. 1, 2018. Children entering Grades 1-6 must present their most recent report card and standardized test results. Applicants must present a birth certificate and baptismal certificate (if applicable) upon registration and $100.00 non-refundable registration fee for grades 1-6 and a $200.00 non-refundable registration fee for Kindergarten. Acceptance is contingent upon screening. Tuition assistance is available through the Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation. Applications are available on the Foundation’s website: www.tomorrowshopefoundation.org
Have a wonderful week off!
Mrs. Cecilia St. John Principal
Confirmation
Preparation
For Adults
We are forming a group for those who are baptized Catholic, have
received first communion but did not receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. The group will be meeting on Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. beginning March 1st. Meetings will held in the Religious Education Library in the Ministry Building. For more information or to register, contact Joe Long at [email protected] or call (516) 678-2306.
Brighten up the
Dark Days of
Winter!
Join the Choir! The Cathedral Choirs (The Cathedral Chorale-Adult and Teen Choir, Choir of Men, Teens, and Boys, Junior and Senior Girls Choir, Children’s Choir) are now accepting new members for the 2nd half of the year. Now is a good time to join as we begin to prepare for Holy Week, the most important time in the Church year. Practices are after school, and/or at Night, depending the groups! More information is found on the Parish Website under “Music Ministry” and “Schedules.” As well as singing at Mass, the choirs have special events such as socials, concerts and trips. (Previous choral singing experience is preferred for the Adult Choirs). Please contact Michael L. Bower, Director, to arrange an interview at (516) 764-9578, Ext. 203, or e-mail: [email protected]
Parish Outreach Our food pantry is low and we are in need of the following items: rice, macaroni and cheese, tuna fish, grape jelly, marinara sauce, thin spaghetti, and cereal. Your consideration of the donation of any of these items is greatly appreciated. Please do not leave any donations on the porch outside the Outreach office when the office is closed. We will gladly accept donations between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday except for holidays. Many thanks for your generous support of St. Agnes Parish Outreach.
Love, Sr. Kathleen
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Abstinence and Fasting
All Catholics who have reached their 14th birthday are bound to abstain entirely from meat on Ash Wednesday and all the Fridays of Lent. All Catholics between the ages of 18 and 59 inclusive are
bound to observe the laws of fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. Fasting means limiting oneself to a single full meal and avoiding food between meals. Two other light meals, which together do not equal a full meal, may be taken during the day.
Stations
of the Cross
You are invited to join us in the Cathedral at 7:30 p.m. during the Fridays of Lent to remember Christ’s passion and death by praying the Stations of the Cross.
Lent and
Easter 2018
Weekly
Discussions Parishioners and guests are invited to gather once a week to discuss pertinent topics during the coming seasons of Lent and Easter: to learn and deepen our knowledge in the liturgies and sacraments of the two great seasons. There will be a total of 12 meetings: 5 in Lent and 7 in the Easter Season. (No meeting during Holy Week). The first meeting will be Wednesday, February 21st, 9:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. in the Youth Room on the 2nd floor of the Ministry Building. The last meeting will be May 16th. Coffee and refreshments will be provided. There is no need to register; join us as your schedule allows. Each session will feature a 10-15 minute presentation, followed by 30 minutes of discussions with our moderator, Fr. Seth.
Lenten Parish Project 2018
Our Lenten project this year will once again assist Fr. Seth Awo-Doku’s church in Ghana. Materials explaining the project are available at the doors of the Cathedral. In the envelope you will find a flyer about St. Clement Catholic Church in Nuaso, in the Eastern Region of Ghana. This is Fr. Seth’s home village. The church was not completed due to financial difficulties. Your generosity last year helped continue the work and your donation this year will help complete the installation of the roof, concrete floor and vestry. Putting aside some sacrificial offering over the course of Lent and then making your donation will add to the meaning of your contribution as will the prayers you offer for the success of this endeavor. God bless you for your prayers and sacrifices. Checks may be made payable to St. Agnes Cathedral. Please be sure to write “St. Clement, Ghana” on the memo line and include your envelope number.
P A R I S H L E N T E N
P R O J E C T
S t . A g n e s C a t h e d r a l
Fast. Pray. Give up your envelopes! We invite you to help your parish save money by giving up your offertory envelopes this Lent! Enrolling with Faith Direct will provide the Parish of St. Agnes Cathedral with consistent support and simplify your giving without the wasteful envelopes. Join us in giving up envelopes this Lenten season! Visit www.faithdirect.net and use our church code: NY239. Thank you for your continued support of our parish family! God Bless You,
Fr. Bill
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Communion Guidelines The New York State Department of Health warning about the flu indicates that a bad strain is circulating. In addition, the flu vaccine has not proven as effective as usual. As a result of this and
as a precaution, we ask for your cooperation during this cold and flu season concerning the Precious Blood when it is offered at Mass. If you have cold or possible flu symptoms, please refrain from drinking from the chalice.
For those who have gluten intolerance please know that low-gluten hosts are also available at all Masses. One should stop in the sacristy before Mass to arrange for this type of host to be consecrated. For those who have a medical condition involving gluten that prevents them from taking the host, a chalice with the Precious Blood will be ministered at the 8:00, 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. Masses on Sundays.
St. Patrick’s Day
Luncheon
Join the St. Agnes Rosary Altar Society for their annual St. Patrick’s Day luncheon on Thursday, March 8th, at 12:00 p.m. at the Coral House, 70 Milburn Avenue, Baldwin, NY. Donation of $50 is requested. For reservations, please call Barbara at (516) 599-7822. Please Pray the Rosary!
Are You a
ROMEO?
You do not need to be retired or old. You may like to meet that person from the church pew we pray with, but never get to meet. Come join us! The food is good; the friendship is better. Tuesday, March 6th at 12:00 Noon at McArthur Park Restaurant, Rockville Centre. For more information please call Pete at 766-1074.
Girl Scout Sunday Please join us to celebrate Girl Scout Sunday on March 11th at the 12:30 p.m. Mass. Please wear your uniform. Contact Donna Pepe at (516) 536-9310 if you are a leader of girls receiving an award and if you have any questions.
St. Agnes Mother’s Club
Retreat
Join the St. Agnes Mother’s Club for a retreat “Nourishing Our Faith” on Saturday, March 3rd, 9:00 a.m. - Sunday, March 4th, 12:30 p.m. at the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception, Huntington. This will be a time for prayer, reflection, meditation and friendship. The full retreat includes overnight accommodations in a single room with a private bath and all meals. A Saturday only option is also available. Cost for the weekend is $145.00 and $80.00 for Saturday only. Registration deadline is February 23rd. Contact Nina Faust at (516) 455-6427 or email [email protected] for more information.
The Newly
Baptized
On January 13th, 14th, 20th, 27th, 28th and
February 2nd, 10th & 11th, 2018 we welcomed the following children into the St. Agnes
Cathedral Parish Community:
Congratulations to the parents of the newly baptized.
Jocelyn Ainscough Thomas Coscia Ethan Coyle Madison DeSantis Dean DiChiaro Harrison Fleming Lillian Jadick Quinlan Kelly
Frances Koehler Christian Lloyd Christopher Lloyd Joseph Murray Tyler O’Toole Georgina Tom Emilia Trivigno Mackenzie Vinopoll
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9 FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
St. Agnes Cathedral
L e n t e n M i s s i o n with Father Patrick Martin
February 25 – 27 , 2018
Father Patrick Martin, a native of
Limestone, Maine, has worked
with the “broken” of this world
for over 48 years. His work grew
out of his own “handicap” - legal
blindness since the age of nine.
Now a priest of the Diocese of
Norwich, Connecticut, Father Pat
has preached parish missions on
“God’s Love in our Broken
Lives” in over 1300 parishes
worldwide since 1980 and has
also published a number of books
helping people to live with their
“brokenness.” Father Pat has
developed a series of retreats
helping persons with disabilities
to discover and believe in the
“gift side” of their disabilities:
What can I do for the world with
my disability that I could not if I
were not disabled?
Father Pat will speak at all the
weekend Masses February 24 & 25th.
Parish Mission Schedule :
Monday, February 26th
& Tuesday, February 27th
9:00 a.m. Mass celebrated by
Father Pat, followed by counseling
and confession
6:30 p.m. Counseling and confession,
followed by 7:30 p.m. Mission Mass
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11 FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
What’s called a rollover is actually a “qualified charitable distribution” that can be made to our Parish.
If… 1. You are at least 70 1/2 years old on the date you make your gift 2. Your IRA is a traditional or Roth 3. You don’t exceed your personal maximum of $100,000 per year in qualified charitable
distributions
You will not have to report your distribution as income. It will be free of federal and New York State income tax, and it will count toward your required minimum distribution (RMD). The best way for you to start is with your IRA custodian. Tell them you want to make a “qualified charitable distribution”. In most cases you will only have to fill out a simple form. VERY IMPORTANT!! Your gift must go directly from your IRA to the Parish. If you receive the money first then you’ll be taxed on it like any other distribution. Example: Mrs. Connors, age 76, has $125,000 in a traditional IRA and would like to con-tribute $5,000 to her Parish in 2016. Upon hearing of the Charitable IRA Rollover oppor-tunity, she directs the custodian of her IRA to transfer this amount not later than Decem-ber 31, 2016 directly to the Parish as a 2016 gift. She will not be subject to income tax on her $5,000 qualified charitable distribution.
This information is not intended and should not be construed as legal, tax or investment advice. For such advice, please consult an attorney,
tax advisor or investment professional.
The IRA Charitable
Rollover is back and is
now permanent !
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Lenten Day of Prayer
at the Seminary “A Lenten Tale Told to God” - Lenten Day of Prayer will be held on Sunday, March 4th. Fr. Patrick J. Griffin, C.M., will present a Day of Prayer at the Seminary of the Immaculate
Conception, 440 West Neck Road, Huntington from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Talks by Fr. Griffin, quiet time, confession, lunch and Mass. A donation of $30 is requested. Sponsored by Friends of the Seminary. Reservations required; please call (631) 423 - 0483 ext 102, or email [email protected].
Eucharistic
Retreat Day
Join the Missionaries of the Most Holy Eucharist for a Eucharistic Retreat Day on Sunday, March 11, 2018 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception in Huntington. The day includes Hot Breakfast & Lunch, Rosary, Spiritual Meditations, Holy Mass, Confession, Eucharistic Adoration & Benediction. You must register in advance – space is limited. Please call (631) 629-6514. or email [email protected]. Please bring a $35 donation with you on the day of the retreat.
ADORE: Evening of Prayer
Calling all Young Adults, college age and up! Join the Missionaries of the Most Holy Eucharist for ADORE: A Young Adult Night of Prayer including Adoration, Confession, Praise and Worship, Mass, Food, and Fellowship. Music by Woods Worship. No RSVP necessary! Friday, February 23rd, doors open at 7:00 pm at the gorgeous Seminary of the Immaculate Conception in Huntington. We can’t wait to see you there! Questions? Want to download flyers? Visit [email protected] or WoosWorship.com/adore.
Black History Month
Mass
The Office of Multicultural Diversity, Diocese of Rockville Centre, and the Brooklyn Vicariate for Black Catholic Concerns invites you to attend the annual Black History Month Mass of Thanksgiving on Sunday, February 18th,
at 4:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Center, 7200 Douglaston Parkway, Douglaston, NY 11362. Bishop Roy Campbell, Jr., Auxiliary Bishop of Washington, DC will be our guest Homilist along with concelebrating Bishops and Priests.
St. Baldrick’s Fundraiser Help Conquer Kids’ Cancers at the RVC St. Baldrick’s Childhood Cancer Research Fundraiser on Saturday, March 24th from 12:00-5:00 p.m. in The St. Agnes Parish Center. Support the 2018 event that raises awareness and funding for childhood cancer research for grants to local hospitals and around the world to find life-saving cures and better treatments for all childhood cancers. Admission is free. Inspiring, action-packed family event. Live music by local musicians Jim McGrath and The Palace Trio, food, cash bar, children’s activities, raffles, bake sale and more. New shavees and ponytail-donators wanted, any age. Register now and start collecting pledges. For event information, registering, or donating go to stbaldricks.org/ St Agnes Parish Center Event. For raffle or bake sale donations contact us at 697-6383 or email [email protected].
Come join Father James Hansen and all the other shavees going bald in solidarity and to raise money to help find the cures to save young lives. If you would like to sponsor Father James please visit www.stbaldricks.org/participants/frjames2018.
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Widows and Widowers,
Divorced and Single
Catholics of Long Island
A new member orientation will be held on Wednesday, February 28th at 7:30 p.m. We are non-denominational; all are welcome. Meetings are held every fourth Wednesday at St. Frances de Chantel School, 1309 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh, NY. Please bring proof of single status to join. Refreshments will be served after the meeting. For further information please call Carol at (516) 794-4933 or Barbara at (516) 798-2858.
Friends of Mercy
St. Patrick’s Dinner
Friends of Mercy Medical Center celebrate the 52nd annual gentlemen's St. Patrick’s dinner on Thursday, March 15th at the Hempstead Golf and Country Club. This annual Black-Tie Fundraiser will honor: Christopher J. Kearns - Managing Director, BRG Corporate Finance and Ron Steimel - Executive Vice President and CAO Mercy Medical Center. Proceeds from the 52nd Annual Gentlemen’s Dinner will go towards an Inpatient Hospice Unit. Catholic Health Services’ Good Shepherd Hospice is developing a 12-bed inpatient hospice unit on the campus of Mercy Medical Center. For tickets, sponsorship and journal reservations or more information, please call Mercy’s Development Department at (516) 705-2618.
Bereavement Program
An 8-week Bereavement Program is planned for Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. beginning in March in the Outreach Offices of Holy Name of Mary Church in Valley Stream. This program, led by professionals and leaders having experience with grieving and group processes, offers support for anyone who has experienced the death of a spouse, child, sibling, relative or friend. There is no fee for this program, but we would appreciate it if you would call our Outreach Office at (516) 825-0177 to register.
NAMI Queens/Nassau is an affiliate of NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, a grassroots not-for-profit organization that is committed to building better lives and ensuring dignity and respect for those affected by mental illness through support, education and advocacy. This includes those diagnosed with a mental illness, their family members, relatives and friends, mental health professionals and all those who share NAMI’s vision and mission. As one of the largest affiliates in NYS, we work collaboratively with our state and national organizations and with other stakeholders to educate the public, advocate for legislation, reduce stigma and improve the mental health system.
What is Mental Illness?
Serious brain disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression and obsessive compulsive disorder strike one in five people at some point in their lives. These disorders are biological in origin, often have a genetic component, and thanks to the dedication of researchers, we are learning more about them every day. The good news is that they are highly treatable through a combination of medication, support and rehabilitation. The bad news is that many people remain ignorant of brain disorders and do not seek treatment.
Severe Mental Illnesses ARE: Biological brain disorders that interfere with normal brain function; are very common, striking those of all walks of life, regardless of age, race, income, religion or education; are devastating to ill persons and their families.
Severe Mental Illnesses are NOT: Anybody’s fault. (they are not caused by poor parenting or weak character); preventable or curable at this time. Great advances have been made but not enough to prevent or cure illnesses; hopeless! These illnesses present difficult challenges but help is available!
Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Sloman Auditorium, Zucker Hillside Hospital/LIJ, 266th St. and 76th Ave., Glen Oaks, NY. At these meetings, guest speakers address topics of mutual concern to our members. A support group for family and friends of people with mental illness meets beforehand at 6:15 p.m.
To join NAMI Queens/Nassau, or for more information about our programs, please call (516) 326-0797 or (718) 347-7284 or visit our website at www.namiqn.org.
NAMI Queens/Nassau is affiliated with the Zucker Hillside Division of North Shore– Long Island Jewish Health System, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, and NAMI/NYS.
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Lance Corporal Ryan Thomas Albergo, USMC
Maj. Thomas J. Barrett, U.S. Army LCDR Maura C. Garrity-Betts, U.S. Navy
1st Lt. Paul D. Cammarota, USMC Lt. Scott Kiley Childers, U.S. Navy
LCDR Richard Childers, M.D. U.S. Navy Lt. Greg Crescenzo, U . S. Navy
Spc. Michael J. Cronin, U.S. Army Airman Michael Cummo, U.S. Navy
Lt. J.G. Christopher DelBello, U.S. Navy P.O. 2nd Class Robert W. DeMattia, U.S. Navy
Lt. J.G.-Kevin Doyle, U.S. Navy Daniel Fels, U.S. Army, Military Police 2nd Lt. Charles Flanagan, U. S. Army
A.M.T 3, Kyle Forster, U.S. Coast Guard Capt Steven Hampson, U.S. Army Capt. Cody Hardenburgh USMC Pvt. Daniel Healey, U.S. Army
2nd Class Petty Officer, Robert Hock, U.S. Navy 1st Lt. Tynika Holland, U.S. Army
Major Philip F. Johndrow, U.S. Army Lt. Justin L. Krol, U.S. Navy
Lance Corporal Jason Maccaron, USMC S N Matthew T. Mallay, U.S. Navy
Spc. Robert Manz, U.S. Army Cpl James Thomas Maroney, USMC
Lt. Andrew Maza, USAF Sgt. Joseph Meyer, U.S. Army
Lt. Col. Christopher V. Meyers, USMC Lt. Col. Gregory John Mueller, USMC (Reserve)
Stephan O’Connor, E-5, U.S. Navy Matthew Pacheco, U.S. Army Ensign John A. Petr, US Navy
Lance Corporal Eric Roehrig, USMC Spc. Jeanine M. Rosa, U.S. Army
Col. Mark P. Rowan, USAF Thomas Sullivan, U. S. Army
Robert C. Tempesta, Master at Arms, 1st Class U.S. Navy
PFC Derick Thomas, USMC
Prayer for our Troops Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands.
Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families
for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need.
And give us peace. I ask this in the name of Jesus, Our Lord and Savior. Amen
Kindly call the Rectory Office at 766-0205
if you know of anyone that is on this list
and has returned home. Thank you
Worldwide
Marriage
Encounter
"This is my beloved Son. Listen to him." Let us learn to listen better to each other and to God by attending a
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next weekends is April 27th-29th in Huntington, NY. For more information, call John and Toni Torio at 877-697-9963 or visit them at http://www.wwmeli.org.
Spirituality For Singles
Spirituality for Singles will hold its monthly Singles Gathering for ages 35+ on March 10th at 8:30 p.m. at St. Aidan Parish, 510 Williston Ave., Williston Park. Each monthly meeting features discussion, and socialization. $5.00 donation is requested. Snacks, pizza and beverages will be served. For more information, please call Ray at (516) 561-6994 or email [email protected].
Run for Catholic Education
Please join us on Saturday, March 24th for the Run For Tomorrow’s Hope 5K and Fun Run hosted by St. Joseph School, 450 Franklin Avenue and Fourth Street, Garden City at 8:30 a.m. The mission of the Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation is to provide scholarship and program funding for the needs of students and schools. For information or to register go to www.tomorrowshopefoundation.org.
Is Your Life
Too Plastic? Plastic pollution bringing you down? Come on Tuesday, February 27th at 7:00 p.m. to the Rockville Centre Public Library, 221 North Village
Avenue to see the free screening of the acclaimed movie “Bag It” and join the discussion on stopping plastic pollution in Rockville Centre. Contact [email protected] for more information.
THE GOLDEN REEFRestaurant - DinerFresh Seafood - Chops
The Place For The Hungry Fisherman
329 SUNRISE HIGHWAY
BARBECUE TUNE UPSPECIAL $69.95 plus parts536-4900 - House CallsL&R Fireplace & Barbecue, Inc.
464 Merrick Rd., Oceanside
Levin’s Pharmacy Inc.“FamousForOur LowPricedPrescription”Fred Rigel, Supervising Pharmacist364 LongBeachRd., Oceanside
Free Delivery 766-2288
Italian KitchenCoal Fired Pizza • Casual Dining
Private Party Room Available26 No. Park Ave., RVC 516 763-4900
Denise L. Emma, DDSOrthodontist for Children &Adults
Invisalign Specialist70 Seventh St. • Garden City
516.741.7970Complimentary Consultationwww.doctoremma.com
LLiinnddssaayy’’ss59 N. Park Ave., RVC
442-3344Open 7 Days
Featuring Fine Wines & Spirits.Appetizers & Desserts
CJ’s Coffee Shop“The Family Restaurant”Where the Elite Meet to Eat
Serving RVC Since 1978Great for Breakfast and Lunch
225 No. Long Beach Rd., RVC 766-9107
Psychotherapy/Clinical HypnosisIndividual, Family MarriageKathleen Joyce, Ph.D.NYS Licensed Psychoanalysis
516 747-8213 By Appt
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Complete Catering Service Since 1972Oceanside 678-5999
2914 Long Beach Rd. (next to PIP Printing)ample parking in the back of the store
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Towing Service • Elec. Systems • Inspections • BrakesTune Ups • Front End • Emissions Tests • Pick Up & Deliver2431 Long Beach Rd., Oceanside, NY (3 blocks S. Merrick Rd.)
(516) 766-3380 fax (516) 766-0372 [email protected] HAIR
DESIGNERS“Specialists in Hair Cutting For
The Whole Family”114 North Park Ave., RVC
ZENIE LANDSCAPINGCreative Landscape and Garden DesignsComplete Weekly Maintenance Service
599-6478
CLASS “A” ROOFING & SIDINGROOFING SPECIALIST
“We Live Here, We Worship Here”(516) 826-5514
265 Sunrise Hwy., Suite 41Rockville Centre, NY 11570Phone: 516-378-3100 Fax: 516-379-5954
764-0434 678-5117Dr. David Karpe, DPM
Dr. Howard Kessler, DPMPodiatric MedicinePodiatric Surgery
200 North Village Ave., RVC
Today’sMercy
Celebratingmore than a century of
compassionatecare.
516-62-MERCY
Lunch Served Monday - FridayDinner Seven Nights A WeekInquire about private parties
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236 North Long Beach Rd., Rockville Centre
Ryan Medical Pharmacy2000 N. Village Ave.
Rockville Centre, NY 11570T: 516-362-2422F: 516-442-6111FREE DELIVERY
TERRY ANIMAL HOSPITALPAUL PERRIER, D.V.M., P.C.JOHN FOY, D.V.M.DR ANGELA KYNASTONDR. BRYAN SPAR3 Washington St.RVC, NY 11570
KENS FAUCET& TOILET REPAIRS INC.
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All Plumbing Repairs • All Bathroom Leaks Special discount for all veterans
and military families516-796-2100
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282 Sunrise Hwy., RVC516-678-6313
Douglas M. Palaganas DDS77 North Centre Ave., Suite 306Rockville Centre, NY 11570
516-442-3390www.DrDougOrtho.com
Evenings and Weekends available!Invisalign and Braces for all ages
Bar - RestaurantCall for Parties 764-637248 No. Village Ave., RVC
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20 Lakeview Ave., Rockville Centre, NY 11570Tel: 516-766-0101 Fax: 516-764-3573
Est.1937
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STATE FARM INSURANCEDIANE MCGRATH, AGENT
Bus. (516) 678-8282 75 North Park Avenue, Rockville Centre
WHISTLE STOP DESSERTSA FULL LINE DESSERT COMPANY
Specialty Cakes, Sheet Cakes ~ LI’s #1 Cheesecake3424 LAWSON BLVD., OCEANSIDE 536-8526
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TOTAL Floor and Carpet ServicesHardwood FloorSanding/Refinish
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Since 1973 Lic. & Ins.(516) 764-4677
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Proudly Serving RVCSince 1930
320 Sunrise Highway516-R06-3250
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121 Ingraham Blvd., Hempstead
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229 Merrick Road • Oceanside(516) 766-4402 Fax (516) 766-4835
328 Sunrise HighwayRockville Centre
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