St. Patrick RC Church - Saint Patrick`s Roman Catholic Church

St. Patrick R.C. Church
280 East Main Street, Smithtown, New York 11787
“Christ with us. Christ before us. Christ behind us.”
November 1, 2015—All Saints Day
Well-earned Honors
Pumpkins, Fall Sports and a Hockey Fundraiser
Pictured are: (1) The front lawn of St. Patrick School served as a
pumpkin patch on Wednesday, October 21st allowing students to go
pumpkin picking. (2) St. Patrick’s/Village of the Branch Soccer is in full
swing. (3) Our deck hockey coaches played against each other last
Sunday to raise funds for a family struggling with cancer and job losses.
If you went through Pre-Cana in our
parish, you likely know Carol and
Ron Tavis, the recipients of the St.
Agnes Medal, an annual award given
to one person or couple from each
parish in our diocese who unselfishly
give of their time to their parish. The
award ceremony took place at St.
Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre
last Sunday.
Eight more St. Patrick parishioners
were also honored with catechetical
service awards in a ceremony also
held at St. Agnes Cathedral on
Tuesday, October 20th. Read more
inside.
St. Patrick Church
280 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787
631-265-2271, [email protected]
Mass Times
Reconciliation
Weekdays: 6:45 A.M., 9:00 A.M., 12:10 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM, 5 and 8 PM
Novena Mass (Miraculous Medal): Monday, 7:30 PM
Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM, 12 Noon, 5 PM
Saturday: from 3:45 to 4:45 PM
Sunday: from 8:15 to 8:45 AM
Monday: 6:45 to 7:15 P.M. before the Novena Mass
Anytime by appointment in the Rectory
Marriage
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
Couples should make arrangements at the Rectory
at least six months before the desired wedding date.
Thursdays for one hour following 12:10 PM Mass
First Fridays after 12:10 Mass until 3:00 PM*
Nocturnal Adoration, third Saturday of the month
from 9 PM to 7 AM Sunday
Pro-Life Holy Hour, third Tuesday of the month, 7:30 PM
Baptisms
Sundays at 1:30 P.M. Parents must make
arrangements at the Rectory.
(*Watch bulletin for possible changes in concluding time)
FromthePastor’sDesk
How many of us have actually seen people who have
officially been declared saints? When Pope John Paul II
came to American in 1979, I was privileged to be at Shea
Stadium where he made an appearance. I am still in the
process of reading his biography by George
Weigel, Witness to Hope. Pope John Paul II was a learned
and zealous contributor to many of the documents of
Vatican II when he was a bishop. Once he became Pope
he wrote many letters and visited many countries. His gift
of intelligence combined with his strong faith enabled him
to see the Church, the world, and all the people in the world
through the eyes of faith. When Communist governments
fell, his concern was that the new found freedom would be
used as a means to a just and moral society, not freedom
that focused on limited, individual whims and desires. How
blessed we have been to have seen him canonized a saint
in our lifetime. Surely he is an inspiration to all of us who
seek to live our faith as the people of God, the Church, the
Body of Christ in the world. The stained glass window on
the east side of the lobby in the main entrance in our
church building depicts John Paul II.
Today we celebrate All Saints Day, a day when we
remember those who have been Catholic believers before
us and are now role models and intercessors in God’s
presence for us. The saint most of us pray to everyday is
Mary, the mother of Jesus. As He was dying on the cross,
John 19:26-27 tells us, “When Jesus then saw His mother,
and the disciple whom He loved standing nearby, He said
to His mother, ‘Woman, behold, your son!’ Then He said to
the disciple, ‘Behold, your mother!’ From that hour the
disciple took her into his own household.” We express our
faith in Mary’s Motherhood for us every time we say a Hail
Mary or pray the rosary. Through the mysteries of the
rosary we turn our attention to Mary’s faith and the saving
events in the life of Jesus that took away everything that
separates us from God and one another. The Blessed
Virgin Mary, as Jesus, is an exemplar of faith and trust in
God at all times, the good and the bad, the joyful and the
sorrowful, the difficult and the easy. From having to reveal
to Joseph and her family that she was pregnant through the
power of the Holy Spirit, to seeing her newborn child
pursued by Herod’s murderous soldiers, to being present at
Jesus’ crucifixion, we see her complete trust in God and
His way. Her response to the angel Gabriel at the
Annunciation, Luke 1:38: “Behold, I am the handmaid of the
Lord. May it be done to me according to your word,” is a
preview to the words of Jesus in the Garden just before He
is arrested (Matthew 26:39): “He advanced a little and fell
prostrate in prayer, saying, ‘My Father, if it is possible, let
this cup pass from me; yet, not as I will, but as you will.’”
You and I are called to be saints. We will probably not
be officially canonized by the Church, but we are invited to
be one with all God’s people in heaven. Everyday we
repeat the words of Jesus and Mary as we pray the Our
Father and say, “thy will be done on earth as it is in
heaven.” That prayer is answered by us who pray it. We do
the will of God every time our thoughts, words, and actions
give life to ourselves and others. Today’s Gospel is the
beginning of the Sermon on the Mount in chapters 5-7
in Matthew’ Gospel, where Jesus gives us the eight
Beatitudes. The Jewish people formulated 613 laws
after Moses received the Ten Commandments. From
that point on in the books of Exodus, Leviticus,
Numbers, and Deuteronomy we see these laws
stated. These laws covered many different situations
the Jewish people of that time faced. But as we know
as human beings, we never have every situation
covered. The unexpected happens and in those cases
where laws or rules are not promulgated or come to
mind, we have the treasure of the Beatitudes and the
Sermon on the Mount. What Jesus is sharing with us
is the vision of faith that comes from spending time in
prayer, reading the Bible and other spiritual books, and
being fed by Word and Sacrament at Mass.
Blessed are the poor in spirit. We are all born
needing love. Our presence makes the spirit of our
parents rich as they lovingly give and sacrifice of
themselves for us. We enrich ourselves and others
when our true purpose is to love without counting the
cost and to forgive no matter how great the hurt.
Blessed are they who mourn. We mourn not only
the death of those we love, but the evil that causes
pain and suffering to us, our loved ones, and all
people. This mourning leads to action to overcome evil.
Blessed are the meek. To be meek is not to be a
pushover or a wallflower, but to love and do good
simply to make the lives of others better. This attitude
is far more satisfying than looking for recognition and
gratitude.
Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for
righteousness. The struggle against injustice and evil
can seem overwhelming at times. But our efforts are
never in vain. All we have to do is keep the attitude of
Jesus on the cross in mind.
Blessed are the merciful, they will be shown
mercy. “Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those
who trespass against us.” God’s mercy is pure,
healing, and renews both the forgiver and the forgiven.
Blessed are the pure of heart. That means we always
do the right thing for the right reason.
Blessed are the peacemakers for they will be called
children of God. This is not peace at any cost or
compromise, but peace based on concern for God’s
truth and love.
Blessed are those persecuted for holiness’
sake. How courageous and life giving it is to stand up
for who we are as God’s children in the face of ridicule,
misunderstanding, dismissal, and rejection.
It is God’s love and presence that leads, sustains,
and guides us all on the road to sainthood.
Masses for the Week
Saturday, October 31st:
5:00 PM
8:00 PM
Peter Cacioppo
Juanita Goodwin
Sunday, November 1st:
7:30 AM
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
5:00 PM
Vincenzia Tedeshi
People of the Parish
Joseph Arico
Theresa Guntach
Jessica Ortiz
Monday, November 2nd:
6:45 AM
9:00 AM
12:10 PM
7:30 PM
All Masses
for Deceased
Members of
the Parish
Tuesday, November 3rd:
6:45 AM
9:00 AM
12:10 PM
Stephen Preble
Marilyn K Patterson
All Souls Novena
Wednesday, November 4th:
6:45 AM
9:00 AM
12:10 PM
Thomas O’Gara
All Souls Novena
Alfonso & Lucia Stravino
Thursday, November 5th:
6:45 AM
9:00 AM
12:10 PM
Ronald Reedy
James Kennedy
All Souls Novena
Friday, November 6th:
6:45 AM
9:00 AM
12:10 PM
All Souls Novena
Nick Reeber
Valerie Cowan
Saturday, November 7th:
9:00 AM
5:00 PM
8:00 PM
Legion of Mary & Deceased
Members of the Parish
All Souls Novena
People of the Parish
Sunday, November 8th:
7:30 AM
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
5:00 PM
Florence Passante
Marc Vassallo
Stephen Preble
Anthony Moretti
All Souls Novena
Our Pastoral Team
Rev. Msgr. Ellsworth R. Walden, Pastor
Rev. Sean Magaldi, Associate Pastor
Rev. Shibi Pappan, Associate Pastor
Rev. Fred Hill, In Residence
Rev. Xavier Lakra, In Residence
Rev. Cornelius Dery, In Residence
Deacon Richard Janiec
Deacon Bernard Sherlock
Mr. Joseph Menge, Business Manager
Mrs. Linda Pymm, School Principal
Mrs. Elaina Kedjierski, Dir. of Religious Ed., Levels 1-4
Mrs. Peggy Soviero, Dir. of Religious Ed., Levels 5-8
Ms. Dianne Williams, Parish Social Minister
Ms. Cindy Marsh, Youth Administrator
Mr. Tony Bellizzi, Youth Minister
Contact Us
Rectory - 265-2271
Rectory Fax - 863-1586
Parish Website: stpatricksmithtown.org
Outreach - 265-2668
Religious Forma on - 724-7454
St. Patrick School - 724-0285
School Website - spssmith.org
Youth Community - 360-0185
Fr. Walden’s Email - [email protected]
Parish Email - [email protected]
Parish Website: stpatricksmithtown.org
Office Hours: Rectory 9 AM to 7 PM, Mon. - Fri.
9 AM to 5 PM Sat., 10 AM to 1 PM Sun.
Parish Outreach:9:15 AM to 3:00 PM, Mon.—Fri.
Youth Community: 9 AM to 3 PM, Mon. - Fri.
Religious Forma on: 9 AM to 3:30 PM, Mon. - Thurs.
St. Patrick’s Pastoral Council Email:
[email protected]
Parish Organiza ons
Bereavement Support: Mon., 7 PM Outreach Ctr.
Blue Lancers Drum, Bell & Bugle Corps., 979-8578
Catholic Daughters: 3rd Mon., 8 PM
Choir: Thurs. evening, 8 PM
Columbie es: 2nd Mon., 8 PM
Jus ce & Peace: Once a month, 7:00 PM Outreach Ctr.
Knights of Columbus: 2nd & 4th Tues., 8 PM
Legion of Mary: Tues. mornings at 9:30 AM
Nocturnal Adora on Society: 3rd Sat. from 9 PM-7AM
Pro Life Family: Last Tues., 7:30 PM in school
R.C.I.A. (Rite of Chris an Ini a on for Adults); 265-2271
Sacred Heart Prayer Group: Tues., 7:30 PM, Emmaus Room
Something for Seniors; 2nd & 4th Wed., 1 PM, 265-0034
It’s Hospitality Sunday!
Treasure
Communal Offering for October 25, 2015: $27,525.50.
Offering for Corresponding Sunday, 2014: $27,738.00.
Thank you for your generosity.
This Sunday, November 1st is
Hospitality Sunday! All are invited
to Canning Hall after the 9:00 AM
and 10:30 AM Masses for coffee,
tea, bagels and pastries. Come
and enjoy the company of your
fellow parishioners!
Wedding Banns
Second Time:
Amanda Sherland, St. Patrick, Smithtown
Douglas Pawlikowski, Commack, N.Y.
Third Time:
Suzanne Vermilyea, St. Patrick, Smithtown
Nicholas Luckner, St. Patrick, Smithtown
First Saturday
Rosary
All Souls
Novena
But the souls of the just are in the hands of God,
and no torment shall touch them. - Wisdom 3:1
The All Souls’ Novena of Masses will begin on Monday,
November 2nd. If you wish to have your loved ones
remembered in the Novena, please list their name on
the appropriate envelope and place it in the regular
collection during the weekend Masses. Additional
envelopes are available in the lobby.
All Souls’ Day Masses
Saturday, November 7th
Monday, November 2nd
and every First Saturday of the month
at 8:00 AM in the church
6:45 AM
9:00 AM
*11:00 AM
12:10 PM
**7:30 PM
Do you have family members or friends in the
military or who serves as a police officer, fire
fighter or first responder? Let us pray for them!
Military
Police Officers
Fire Fighters
First Responders
*at St. Patrick Cemetery,
weather permitting
**The 7:30 PM Mass on All Souls’ Day will be a special
Mass for deceased members of the parish whose
funerals were held at St. Patrick’s over the past year.
We extend a special invitation to the loved ones of
those parishioners. Hospitality, provided by Parish
Outreach, will follow in Canning Hall.
For more information, call Joan
at 631-379-7438 or email
[email protected]
The Altar Bread and Wine
were donated for the week
in loving memory of
Theresa Kennedy.
The Pro-Life Rose has been
dedicated this week
in loving memory of
Thomas Miloscia.
May family and friends be
comforted with the HOPE and
PROMISE of eternal life.
Pro-Life Rose
St. Patrick’s Pro-Life Family invites
you to dedicate a Pro-Life Rose for
any intention by contacting Lisa by
email at [email protected]
or call 656-6343.
Your participation helps bring a greater awareness of
the sacredness of all human life, especially the unborn. The cost is $10.
Bread & Wine
Memorial
To arrange a memorial for Altar
Bread and Wine, please call
Diane Sperzel at 265-3307.
Donation for the week is $50.
Cards will be sent to the family.
Congratulations to our
2015 St. Agnes Medal Recipients:
Carol and Ron Tavis!
There are those parishioners who go out of their way in serving God and others in their
parishes and who do it year after year. That is certainly the case with Ron and Carol
Tavis, the 2015 St. Agnes Medal recipients from our parish. Each year, pastors from the
133 parishes in our diocese are asked to nominate lay people who unselfishly donate
their time and talent. Bishop William Murphy created the award in 2007, stating that:
“Honorees are lay people whose love of the Church has been shown through the
devotion to the Holy Father, to our diocese and to their parish. They are the unsung
heroes in our midst who build up our parish communities by extraordinary service in parish ministry, parish
administration or some significant volunteer role.”
Ron and Carol have played an active role in our parish in several capacities, perhaps most notably as
coordinators of our Pre-Cana Ministry for the past 17 years. Carol is also a member and past president of Holy
Mother Mary Columbiettes and Ron is an active member of the Knights of Columbus. Carol also served as a
catechist in our Religious Formation program for 17 years and both she and Ron have served as Eucharistic
Ministers.
. . . .also receiving awards. . .
Eight other St. Patrick parishioners also recently received Catechetical Service
Awards for their work in religious formation. Receiving the John R. McGann Award
were: Grace Kurkowski (for 40 years of service), and Virginia Schmidt and Maria
Lee (for 35 years of service). Receiving the Pope Pius X Award for ten years of
service were: Virginia Riccardi, Marie McLaughlin, Patricia Galietta, Jennifer
Crimmins and Diane Sarrocco. (Pictured at right is Grace Kurkowski receiving her
award.)
We are a People of Prayer
Please continue to say the following prayers each day
as we seek God’s guidance, strength and courage
Gracious God, we are your people embraced by your love. We thank you for your presence with us throughout all
time. Create us anew. Liberate us from that which keeps us from you. Enable us to recreate our world and restore
justice. Heal us from every form of sin and violence. Transform us to live your Word more profoundly. Reconcile us
so enemies become friends. Awaken us to the sacred; nurture our relationships; enliven our parishes; reunite our
families. Fill us with joy to celebrate the fullness of life. Empower us to be a community of love growing in your
likeness. Amen.
Thank you Father for the gift of life. Thank you for the gift of your Son, Jesus. May my gratitude inspire and sustain
me in doing everything I can to respect the lives of all people and to do all in my power to end abortion and
everything else that harms, abuses, or threatens human life. Give me the courage and strength to live in your image
each day. Amen.
Lord, the plight of our brothers and sisters is deep and the suffering of
Christians is severe and frightening. Therefore, we ask you Lord to spare
their lives to grant them patience and courage to continue their witness of
Christian values with trust and hope. Lord, peace is the foundation of life;
Grant us the peace and stability that will enable us to live with each other
without fear and anxiety, and with dignity and joy. Glory be to you forever.
The symbol to the right (the Arabic letter “N” for Nazarene) is being
used to mark Christians in Iraq for persecution.
Pumpkin Picking
Young students at St. Patrick School helped their families decorate for the season by harvesting pumpkins from the
front lawn of the school. Many thanks to all the school parents who made it possible!
You are invited to the Catholic Daughters . . .
Chinese Auction
Wednesday, November 4th
at 7 PM in Canning Hall
Admission cost of $7.00 includes Coffee, Tea and Dessert
Many new items and gift certificates featured.
Catholic Daughter members will be selling tickets
after all Masses October 31st & November 1st.
Next weekend we will give everyone an opportunity to make a gift if you have not already done so - to the Catholic Ministries Appeal.
The Catholic Ministries Appeal supports our efforts to:
LIVE AND SHARE OUR FAITH by providing support for religious
education programs for public school children, faith formation for
those receiving the Sacraments, and vocations for the formation of
our Priests, Deacons and Lay Leaders.
BUILD GOD’S KINGDOM by supporting programs that reach
out to Catholics of all races and backgrounds, celebrate
special needs Masses for children and adults, and support
vibrant college campus ministry and dynamic youth ministry
programs.
CARE FOR GOD’S PEOPLE through support for the great
works of our Parish Outreach programs and Catholic Charities.
The Appeal also supports other programs that help us care for
God’s people, including: our hospital and prison ministries,
Respect Life initiatives, and our Mission in the Dominican
Republic.
Please give generously to our second collection next weekend!
Join us as we serve God by serving others!
Holy Hour for Healing
Friday, November 6th at 7:00 PM
at Sacred Heart Church, North Merrick
with Fr. David Regan
In his book “Jesus of Nazareth,” Pope Benedict XVI states that “Healing is
an essential dimension . . . of Christianity. The gospels are packed with
narrative in which people are healed.”
Join us on November 6th for a Holy Hour for Healing. The Eucharist will be
adored in the monstrance and we will dwell on the elements of healing.
For details email
Fr. Dave Regan at [email protected]
Fall Soccer
The fields behind St. Patrick’s are
bustling with activity these days during
the Village of the Branch Soccer Club’s
fall season.
Fun and Fundraising
on the Sports Court
St. Patrick’s Deck Hockey
coaches played against
each other to raise funds for
a family in our parish
fighting both cancer and job
losses. The afternoon included raffles, food and a
great game. Thanks to all
who donated raffles and all
who came out to support
this worthy cause.
Mark your calendar for
Breakfast with Santa
Sunday, December 6th
from 10 AM to 12 Noon
Don’t miss this opportunity to have breakfast
with jolly ole’ St. Nick right here at St. Patrick’s
Watch the bulletin for details!
Virtus Class Offering
There will be a Virtus Class offered Monday, November 9th in the Parish Center (the former Convent). The
class will begin at 7 PM and last approximately two hours. Please go to Virtus.org to register. Please create a
profile by using the registration tab. We are in the Diocese of Rockville Centre. Call Cindy at 360-0185 for
questions.
For the past seven years I have had the opportunity to help train more than 1,000 adults, in the Virtus
program. Evidence suggests that the Awareness Program, nationwide, has helped reduce the number of
incidents with regard to child abuse and molestation. Thank you for participating in this valuable cause. Many
parents who attend this feel it is timely and pertinent to those who volunteer to work with children and young
adults.
Cynthia Marsh
Parish Virtus Facilitator
Attention Young People
in grades 9 to 12
Join us on Sunday evenings
at 6:30 PM in the Parish Center for
Youth Ministry!
Come and bring a friend!
For more information, call 360-0185.
St. Ann’s Women’s Group
Every Tuesday from 1 to 2 PM
in the Parish Center (Old Convent)
Notes to Consider
from Catholics for
Freedom of Religion
" s for the saints who are in the earth, they are noble, in
A
whom is all my delight." Psalm 16:3
The Legion of Mary is excited to announce its
new Women’s Prayer Group. Come for prayer,
coffee and conversation. For more information,
call Ann at 631-672-4929 or Joan at 631-3797438. (Little ones welcome.)
As mothers we look to Mother Mary as our example.
Carnegie Hall Trip
Our Something for Seniors group is planning a trip to
Carnegie Hall to see the New York Tenors in “The
Magic of Christmas” on Thursday, December 10th. A
bus would leave St. Patrick’s at approximately 5 PM that
day and return by 11:45 PM. The approximate cost is
$125. If you are interested in going, please contact
JoAnna by email at [email protected]
or 439-0551, or call Jerry at 981-9716 or Barbara at 265
-0034. There is still room on the bus!
Learn About Coming
Changes in Medicare
Sunday, November 15th
from 11 AM to 12:30 PM
in the Modular Units behind the school
All are invited to come and learn about the changes in
Medicare coming in 2016. Nancy Gaska, an insurance
representative, will discuss changes and alterations to
the old plans and new plans that will be implemented.
Sponsored by Parish Outreach,
the meeting is free of charge. For
more information, call Nancy
Gaska at 631-678-1992 or Edna
at 631-724-8913.
Saints and Martyrs:
"St.Thomas More and St. John Fisher, (are) martyrs who
laid down their lives rather than violate their consciences
or their sacred principles. Their courageous witness of
faith continues to stir the minds and hearts of people
yearning for authentic freedom, and specifically, for
religious freedom." Archbishop William Lori homily,
6/22/12
"We surely are not facing (in America) the dire brutality
that confronted St. John Fisher. But our Church and her
institutions do find themselves today in perilous waters."
The total number of Christians martyred in the early
church is unknown. It is known that persecution occurred
through stoning, crucifixion, burning at the stake or other
forms of torture. The period before Constantine (3rd
century) was the "Age of the Martyrs.” (religionfacts.com/
persecution; wikipedia.org)
Today we are seeing another "Age of the Martyrs" as tens
of thousands of Christians are violently killed every year.
Saints and Martyrs Today:
Religious persecution of Christians is rampant worldwide
where followers of Jesus are the targets of religious
cleansing. Pope Francis has repeatedly decried the
persecution and begged the world for help, but it has had
little impact. "Western leaders ... will be remembered for
their near silence as this human rights tragedy unfolds",
said author Kirsten Powers. (usatoday.com, 4/21/15)
Recent Headlines:
*Indonesian churches destroyed; *Persecution in
Pakistan; * Egypt: Coptic Churches attacked; *Kidnapped
Nigerian girls still alive, forced to convert, raped; *Eastern
India pastor shot dead to 'terrorize Christians'.
(christianitytoday.com, 10/21/15)
O Lord, The plight and suffering of the Christians is
heavy and frightening. We ask you, Lord, to give us
peace and stability, to live with each other without
fear and anxiety, but with dignity and joy. Glory to
you forever. Amen
Events:
Wednesday, November 18th, from 7 to 9 PM, Thomas
Renker, Esq. & Barbara Samuells, CFFR President, will
speak about denials of religious freedom in America, Our
Lady of Victory School - Memorial Hall, 2 Bellmore St.,
Floral Park, NY 11001
Parish Social
Religious Formation
Ministry
Holiday Volunteers Needed
Level 2—There will be a Level 2 Catechist Meeting on
Thursday, November 5th at 7:00 PM in the Religious
Formation Center.
Level 3—The Level 3 Family Liturgy and Pizza Dinner will
take place on Saturday, November 14th at the 5 PM Mass
with the Pizza Dinner following the Mass. The cost is $20 per
family.
Tickets
may
be
purchased
online
at
[email protected]. For information, call 724-7454.
Level 4—The Level 4 Family Liturgy and Pizza Dinner will
take place on Saturday, November 7th at the 5 PM Mass with
the Pizza Dinner following the Mass. The cost is $20 per
family.
Tickets
may
be
purchased
online
at
[email protected]. For information, call 724-7454.
Level 6—There will be a Level 6 Catechist Meeting on
Wednesday, November 4th at 7:00 PM in the Religious
Formation Center.
Level 7— The Level 7 Commitment Liturgy/Spirit Day is on
Sunday, November 15th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Our Religious Formation Office may be reached at 631724-7454. Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 3:30
PM or visit [email protected].
Our annual Christmas project, “Reach for a Star,” is
in need of volunteers. We need help covering
masses, sorting gifts and transporting gifts in
December. Our program has been very successful
due to all of you who have volunteered in the past.
We urge you to sign up now by calling Outreach at
265-2668. This is truly a labor of love.
Medicare Open Enrollment
Have you done your yearly Medicare Plan Review?
October 15th to December 7th is the one time of
year when ALL people with Medicare can make
changes to their health and prescription drug plans
for the next year. Take some time to review your
coverage to ensure it still meets your needs. For
assistance 24 hours a day visit Medicare.gov or call
1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).TTY users
should call 1-877-486-2048. For assistance locally
you may call HIICAP (Health Insurance Information
Counseling and Assistance Program) at 631-9799490X18 or Suffolk County Office for the Aging/NY
Connects at 631-853-8200.
Mark Your Calendar!
Most St. Patrick’s parishioners remember
Joseph Attard (now Deacon Joseph) from
Gozo, Malta, as he spent his pastoral
year with us as part of his seminary
studies. Deacon Joseph’s ordination date
is set for:
LifeNet
We are here to “Be There” for
those who need us
Friday, May 20th, 2016 at 6 PM
at the Gozo Cathedral
His first Mass (and a big feast) will take place on
Saturday, August 13, 2016
in his hometown of Zebbug.
Please keep Deacon Joseph in your prayers and those
who can travel to Malta are welcome to attend!
$$$ for the
Hungry & Homeless
This weekend, the first weekend of the month,
we will have our monthly Hungry & Homeless
Collection. Please look for the white containers
at the church exits in order to donate. During
these tough economic times, more and more
people cannot afford food and shelter. Please be
as generous as your means will allow.
LifeNet is a program offered by St. Patrick
Parish in Smithtown which was established to assist
and support those women and their families
experiencing an unplanned pregnancy.
LifeNet seeks to reveal that there are alternatives
to abortion, that women and families do not have to
face these alternatives alone, and that the
volunteers/helpers of LifeNet stand ready to help
them bring life to its term.
LifeNet’s trained volunteers/helpers reach out to
those in an unplanned or crisis pregnancy by
offering a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere in which
needs may be shared and support offered through
the nine months and beyond.
LifeNet’s
volunteers
and
helpers
offer
confidential support, information and referral for
community services and counseling. Call St. Patrick
Parish Outreach at 265-2271 for information.
Congratulations!
Daniel Rivera
Steve Maddaloni
Jiha Lim
Vocation Awareness Week November 1st—7th
National Vocation Awareness Week (NVAW) is an annual week-long celebration of the Catholic
Church in the United States dedicated to promote vocations to the priesthood, diaconate and consecrated life through prayer and education, and to renew our prayers and support for those who
are considering one of these particular vocations.
We ask you to pray for these three soon-to-be ordained Deacons (on November 7th)
who will continue their spiritual journey and become Priests this coming June for the Diocese.
Please Pray for the increase in vocations!
For more information:
http://www.longislandpriest.com/
or
Contact Fr. Joe Fitzgerald at the Vocation Office
Pray for our Priests
Please remember to keep our priests in your prayers. This week we ask that you
pray especially for the following priests from our diocese:
November 1st—Our Holy Father
November 2nd—All Deceased Priests
November 3rd—Rev. Thomas Maloney & Msgr Jeffrey Madley
November 4th—Rev. Vincent Richie SJ & Rev. Michael Duffy
November 5th—Rev. Antony Asir & Msgr Michael Flynn
November 6th—Rev. Marcellus Gorieku & Rev. Anselm Okeke
November 7th—Rev. Charles Ugwu & Msgr. Paul Rahilly
“To become a priest or a religious is not primarily our choice; it is our answer to a calling, a calling of love.”
- Pope Francis
Reflections on the Sunday Scriptures
November 8, 2015
Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Readings: 1 Kings 17: 10-16; Hebrews 9: 24-28;
Mark 12: 38-44
Attention Level 2 Students—For your
convenience, copies of the cards on which you
write your gospel reflections will be included in the
Sunday bulletin. Feel free to use the form below
and to make copies. Your reflection may be
dropped into the collection basket as your gift to
our parish. (Please provide your first and last
name. Only first names will be used in the bulletin.)
In the course of his teaching Jesus said to the crowds,
"Beware of the scribes, who like to go around in long
robes and accept greetings in the marketplaces, seats
of honor in synagogues, and places of honor at
banquets. They devour the houses of widows and, as
a pretext recite lengthy prayers. They will receive a
very severe condemnation." He sat down opposite the
treasury and observed how the crowd put money into
the treasury. Many rich people put in large sums. A
poor widow also came and put in two small coins worth
a few cents. Calling his disciples to himself, he said to
them, "Amen, I say to you, this poor widow put in more
than all the other contributors to the treasury. For they
have all contributed from their surplus wealth, but she,
from her poverty, has contributed all she had, her
whole livelihood."
Focus Questions:
1.Share the story of someone whose trust in God
made all the difference in his/her life. What impact has
that person’s life had on you?
2. Lengthy prayers did not impress Jesus. Talk about
your prayer life. How do you try to keep it meaningful?
3. Describe a time in your life when you believed that
God was calling you to give from your want, not from
your excess.
Children and Family Reflections:
Talk about a special gift that you received. What
made it so special?
Sacred Heart
Prayer Group
The Sacred Heart Prayer group is a charismatic prayer
group that meets every Tuesday evening at 7:15 PM in
the Small Meeting Room of the Parish Center (old
convent). We are looking for new members, young and
old……All would be welcomed. We would especially like
to reach out to anyone who might like to join our music
ministry. If you play the guitar or sing, we would love for
you to join us! Please call Barbara Hall at 631-366-0252
with any questions.
Pilgrim Virgin Statue Visits
You are invited to arrange a visit of the
Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Our Lady of
Fatima in your home through our
Legion of Mary. Visits are for one
week, beginning on a Monday. The
purpose of the visitation is to aid
families in responding to the requests
made by the Blessed Mary during her
apparitions at Fatima. The essence of
her requests is threefold: Return to
God; Make reparation for sins; Pray
the Rosary for Peace. For information,
please call 631-234-2858.
Words of Wisdom from our Level 2 Students
Second grade students from our Religious Formation Program and our school are asked to read the “Children and
Family Reflection” column in the bulletin and write down their thoughts on cards provided for them. They then drop
the cards in the collection basket on Sunday as their contribution to our parish. Below are a few reflections on our
gospel reading by our second graders.
Gospel Reading: Mark 10: 46-52
Children and Family Reflection: Jesus granted the blind man’s request to give him sight.
If you could ask Jesus for something important, what would it be?
•
To cure all the people with sickness.—Ryan
•
I would ask Jesus to make my cousin Hannah’s back feel better.—Elena
•
To always keep my family safe.—Matthew
•
I would ask Jesus to make my Aunt Adela feel better since her mom went to heaven.—Liliana
•
I would ask Jesus to help people who don’t have food. I don’t want anyone to be hungry.—Kaitlyn
•
I would ask Jesus to help people who are sick. I want everyone to be healthy.—Madison
•
I would ask Jesus to help those in need.—Meghan
•
I would ask Jesus to end wars and to have more love in the world.—Noah
•
I would ask Jesus to give me and my family a healthy life so we could be happy together.—Olivia
•
I would wish me and my whole family would live forever.—Rose
•
I would ask for no more food allergies.—James
•
I would ask Jesus for food, clothes, and education to survive, be smart and to be warm.—Maddox
•
Sometimes I have nightmares and I pray. It makes me brave and safe, then I fall asleep.—Milan
•
I will ask Jesus to help sick people and to help me to be a better person.—Anthony
•
I would ask Jesus to let my great grandmother walk again.—Gianni
•
I would ask Jesus to make everyone healthy.—Ryan
•
If I could ask Jesus for something important, it would be to see my poppy and my cat Mittens again. They are in
heaven and I really miss them.—Madison
•
I would ask Jesus to make all of the sick people feel better.—Juliana
•
I would ask Jesus to keep my family heathy.—Andrew
•
For my family to stay healthy forever.—Tyler
•
I would ask Jesus to give the poor a home to live in.—Julianna
•
If I asked Jesus for something important, it will be for my grandmas not being sick.—Antonio
•
If I could ask for something back I would ask for my Nanny and my cat Tigger.—Juliette
•
If I could ask Jesus for something important it would be to have our own house in Smithtown. This will make all
of us happy. I can now invite my friends over for a playdate. Thank you Jesus.—Regina
•
I would ask Jesus to fix my Pop Pop’s leg because he hurt it when he fell.—Thomas
•
I would ask Jesus for everyone to get along and for everyone to be happy.—Caroline
•
I would ask Jesus to protect my family and friends.—Justin
•
I would ask Jesus for everyone to love each other.—Sean
•
I would pray to Jesus to help Uncle Scott get really better.—Logan
•
I would ask to let me be a princess and have lots of crystals.—Payton
•
If I could ask Jesus for something important, I would ask him for help becoming a great dancer.—Lauren
Talk about different ways you help in your home.
•
I clean my toys when I don’t want to to help my mom so she does not have to, help my brother and dad, and
help any thing if someone needs help.—Anna
In the Neighborhood . . . .
Christmas Craft Fair at St. Anthony’s High School, 275
Wolf Hill Road in South Huntington, Saturday, November 7th
from 10 AM to 4 PM. Featuring more than 100 unique
vendors. Something for everyone! For directions call 631-2712020, #7.
Coping with the Holidays After the Loss of a Loved One—
Saturday, November 21st from 10:30 AM to 12 noon at the
Branch Funeral Home, 190 East Main Street, Smithtown. Free
workshop facilitated by Patricia Jones, MS, Bereavement
Specialist. Please call 631-724-9500 to reserve a seat.
Coping with Grief During the Holidays Workshop–
Wednesday, November 18th from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at the
Good Shepherd Hospice Inpatient Center, 200 Belle Terre
Road in Port Jefferson. Free workshop run by the
bereavement specialists at Good Shepherd Hospice. Seating
is limited. Registration required.
Diabetes Health Fair—November is Diabetes Awareness
Month. St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center will hold a
Diabetes Health Fair on Saturday, November 14 from 9:30
am – 12:00 pm in the St. Catherine Nursing and
Rehabilitation Care Center, Father Fred Hill Room, 52 Route
25A, Smithtown. Free screenings available including
glucose, cholesterol, BMI, blood pressure, and foot checks
from 9:30 to 10:30 AM and lectures on the best ways to
manage diabetes will begin at 10:30 AM. Free giveaways,
health information and light refreshments. Please call 631870-3444 for more information and to register.
Eastern European Harvest Festival—Saturday, November
7th at the Resurrection Byzantine Catholic Church Parish
Hall at the corner of Edgewater and Mayflower Avenues in
Smithtown. Seatings at 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM. Dinner,
homemade desserts, coffee, tea, music, and folk dancers.
Adults: $20 and children $10. Walk-ins welcome. For
reservations, call Lisa at 631-265-6701 by November 3rd.
Holiday Visit to Calverton National Cemetery
Wednesday, December 2nd. Arrival at Calverton: 9:30 AM.
Departure from Calverton: 1:30 PM. Bus pickup at two
locations: (1) The Branch Funeral Home at 8:15 AM and (2)
Smithtown Senior Center, 420 Middle Country Road,
Smithtown at 8:30 AM. You must call 631-724-9500 to
reserve a seat by Wednesday, November 25th. For your
convenience, you may also order grave wreaths at this
number. Your order will be waiting for you on the bus the day
of the trip. The trip is free of charge, courtesy of the Branch
Funeral Home. Coffee, donuts and cold drinks will be served,
along with pizza on the way back. Bus has a lavatory.
The Lay Fraternity of St. Dominic—Do you know what St.
Thomas Aquinas, St. Pius V, and St. Catherine of Siena have
in common? They, among many other beloved saints, are
Dominicans. The Lay Fraternity of St. Dominic, Our Lady of
Hope chapter, meets the second Sunday of the month at St.
Jude Church, Mastic Beach. The meeting begins immediately
after the 11:30 AM Mass. On Sunday, November 8th, we will
be hosting our annual open house. Come join us and find out
about our four pillars of Prayer, Study, Community and
Service. Members of all parishes are welcome. For
information, email [email protected].
Oldies Party hosted by the Middle Country Hibernians,
Sunday November 15th at AOH Division 8 Cultural Center,
80 Magnolia Drive in Selden from 2 to 5 PM. Music by
The Clusters and Sinatra Impersonator Steve K. Ticket
cost: $30 per person. Pre-sale only, no sales at the door.
For tickets, call Jim at 631-473-2806 or Rich at 631-8463106.
SAFETalk Suicide Prevention Workshop—For anyone
who wants to prevent suicide. SAFETalk teaches how to
recognize people with thoughts of suicide and offers a
carefully crafted set of steps that make it possible for
attendees to leave the training willing and able to be
suicide alert helpers. Upon completion of SAFEtalk, a two
-day ASIST training will be offered. The ASIST Training
will proved skills to intervene with someone at risk while
working with the individual to help him/her feel less
overwhelmed and suicidal. Most importantly, the ASIST
model involves creating a safety plan to avoid suicide in
the future. If you are interested in registering for this
workshop, please register on line at
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/
eventRegoeidk=a07ebq6dkbvc694f824&oseq=&c=&ch.
The Workshop will be on Saturday, November 15th at the
Parish of Cure of Ars, 2323 Merrick Road, Merrick.
Registration is at 8:30 AM. The Presenter will be Diane
F. Sweet, LCSW. Deadline for registering is November
6th. People who have struggled with suicidal ideation or
have lost someone to suicide should contact Marianne
Sheridan at [email protected] to discuss further as to
whether this course is appropriate at this given time.
Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites—Do you feel a
persistent desire to grow closer to Jesus through a
deeper prayer life? You may have a vocation to the
Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites. We are a
community of lay men and women from all walks of life
committed to a life of prayer and service to God and His
holy church under the direction of St. Teresa of Jesus
(Avila) and St. John of the Cross. Our mission is to “know
God that God may be known.” If you would like more
information, please call Sadie Dunbar at (631) 744-8016
to learn about a vocation to the Discalced Carmelites.
You Can Help Heal Your Marriage—Do you feel alone?
Are you frustrated or angry with each other? Does talking
about it only make it worse? Retrouvaille helps couples
through difficult times in their marriages. This program
has helped thousands of couples worldwide experiencing
ALL TYPES of marital difficulties. For confidential
information about the Retrouvaille program, or to register
for the upcoming weekend that begins on Friday,
November 13th at the Immaculate Conception Seminary
in Huntington, please call 1-800-470-2230 and you will
be connected directly and confidentially to a couple from
Long Island / Metro Retrovaille who can help.
Be not anxious about what you have, but
about what you are.
- Pope Gregory the Great
St. Patrick Youth
CPR Training Course for coaches will be
offered throughout the year, call the Youth
Office if interested.
Exercise Classes on-going. $5 fee. All
welcome. Call Cindy at 360-0185 for class
times.
Regarding Sports Parking—Please park
only on the east side of the property. Enter
sports court at east gate entrance.
Enrichment/Extended Day Program–
Monday through Friday, 2:30 to 6 PM.
Homework help, arts/crafts, indoor/outdoor
gym activities, snacks, games and more for
3 to 13 year-olds
Three yr old, Pre K
extended hours, 8 AM to 2:30 PM.
Before/Aftercare also offered.
Children
must be pre-registered to attend. Call 7074355. Limited space available.
Music Ministry – Folk Group (grades 612), and Children’s Choir (grades 1-5)
Children’s choir practice 6:15 from 7 PM in
Keegan Hall and Folk Group from 7:15 to
8:30 PM in the church. New members
welcome! Call 360-0185 for information.
Youth Ministry – Attention High School
students. Please join us for Youth Ministry
on Sunday nights at 6:30 PM in the parish
center. Call the Youth Office for details.
Junior Catholic Daughters- JCDA is a
young woman’s service organization.
Young women grades 6th -11th are
welcome. Call the Youth Office for details.
JCDA meets every 3rd Tuesday of the
month in our Modular Classroom from
6:00 to 7:00 PM.
Playtime with Mommy/Caregiver –
Children ages 17-months through 2 years.
Mondays & Wednesdays 9:30 to 10:30 AM.
Separation Class–Two-year-olds, Tuesday
& Thursdays 10 AM to 12 PM. Call Miss
Patty for details 707-4355.
St. Patrick Learning Center – Tutors for all
areas of study, Pre-K–HS, SAT Prep, etc.
NY certified teachers available Monday to
Friday. Call 724-1261 for information.
Catholic Entrance Exam Prep is available.
Contact the Youth Office.
Fall Deck Hockey – Registration has
ended. Waiting list in all divisions. Season
in progress.
Winter Intramural Basketball – For girls
and boys in grades Kindergarten to 12.
Season begins in January. Clinic program
for grades K-3 & League program for 4th to
12th grade. Deadline to register for K-8th
grade is October 30th OR until rosters are
full. Deadline for H.S. grades 9-12th is
December 4th. OR until Rosters are full.
Coaches are always needed. Go online to
view flyer for more information and to register.
VIRTUS– All volunteers/coaches are required to attend a VIRTUS
class if they have not done so. On-line registration must be
completed before you attend. See VIRTUS.org for information and
registration.
St. Pat’s Youth web address is: stpatsyouth.com.
All program information & registration forms
may be found on the website.
The Youth Office can be reached by email at
[email protected]
On a hillside near the lake of Galilee, Jesus’s
disciples listened to his gentle and urgent voice;
as gentle as the landscape of Galilee itself,
as urgent as a call to choose between life and death,
between truth and falsehood. The Lord spoke words
of life that would echo for ever in the hearts of his
followers.
Pope John Paul II
Pray for the Sick
Maureen Alagna
Michael Antonucci
Rita Apollaro
Joseph Barone
Judith Bartley
Darlene Bass
Richard Belardo
Tom Beirne
Mary Lynn Brassil
Michael Carbuccia
Moses Carbuccia
Sam Cioffi
Mary Beth Condon
John Coonan
Stephen Costello
Alex Cozzo
Lois Crowley
Matthew DeGraw
Jimmy Demato
Joseph DeMott
John Michael Dellova
Joseph DiDonato
Jean Doski
Shirley Dunn
Joseph Dwyer
Joan Every
Fred Facompre
Raymond Facompre
Brooke Failla
Patricia Foley
Grace Fragala
Ralph Gallo
Dennis Gartland
Thomas Goldrick & Family
Francine Goldman
Claudio Ghattas
Alan Guidice
Ralph Gunderson, Sr.
Loretta Harrigan
Bob Heilig
Carole Hennessy
Angelo
Cynthia Kambos
Michael Kelly
Elizabeth Knowd
Br. John Lawrence, OSF
Josephine Licata
Matthew Lowney
Megan Madden
Michael C. Maloney
John Mangiamele
Terrance Martin
Helen McDowell
Pray for the Dead
Jerelome Kron
Helen Wilkinson
Danny Meyer
Eric Mendola
Sheryl Minter
Theresa O. Moebes
Alice Moore
Thomas Mooney
Ron Moran
Anna Morreale
Jean Noschese
Melissa Ording
Rose Pastore
Maria Rametta
Connie Rinaldi
Michael Romano
Zena Romanzi
Joanna Scheidel
Suzanne Schmidt
Randy Schnittger
Teresa Smith
Maryanne Spargue
Lauren Spencer
Jeane Stiles
Catherine Tamburino
Emmi (Emerita) Tiedemann
Alejandro V.
Jeffrey Vollmer
Eva Zalak
A Great Place to Advertise
Did you know that the St. Patrick’s bulletin is printed at no cost to our
parish each week? Not only that, our parish receives a part of the advertising
commission. So please frequent the fine establishments that advertise in our
bulletin!
If your business could use a shot in the arm, consider advertising in the
bulletin. Approximately 3,700 people attend Mass at St. Patrick’s each
weekend, most of whom live and shop in the Smithtown area. It’s an easy
way to reach thousands of area families with information about your
business. For information on how to advertise in our bulletin, call Frank
Capanzano at 631-987-0064.
220 WEST Main St.
Smithtown
Downtown Smithtown
Casa Rustica
FINE ITALIAN CUISINE
(631) 780-6200
If You Live Alone You Need LIFEWatch!
Excellence in Catering for any Occasion
24 Hour Protection at HOME and AWAY!
✔Ambulance Solutions as Low as
✔Police ✔Fire
EE Shipping
✔Friends/Family FR
FREE Activation
631.360.0534
at Casa Rustica...
175 West Main Street, Smithtown
$1a Day!
www.smithtownlandingcountryclub.com
Book your private party
(631) 265-9265
www.casarustica.net
ntracts
NO Long Term Co
H.E.A.R.S. AUDIOLOGY, P.C.
360-HEAR (4327)
CALL
NOW!
732 Smithtown Bypass, (Rte. 347) Smithtown
800.393.9954
Hearing Care for Your Entire Family
Discounts on Hearing Aids
Financing Options Available
LAW OFFICE OF
JOSEPH A. BOLLHOFER, P.C.
GREEK ~ AMERICAN RESTAURANT 291 LAKE AVENUE, ST. JAMES
584-0100
45 Route 111, Smithtown 979-2000
Hosts ~ Nick & Linda
Fax 979-7444
MEMBER OF K OF C
Alpine Pastry Shop
Cakes & Cookie Trays For All Occasions
Miniature & Large Italian & Continental
Pastries • Bread & Rolls
New Beginnings Start
at
St. Catherine of Siena
246 Smithtown
Boulevard
Nesconset
flowersbytowers.com
To tour St. Catherine’s newly renovated Maternity
Department, register for You and Your Baby Classes or a
physician referral, please call (631) 870-3444.
50 Route 25A, Smithtown, NY 11787
(631) 870-3444
stcatherines.chsli.org
Panico's
Community Market
TALK
and Present It The Next Time You
Patronize One of Our Advertisers
Thank you for advertising in
our church bulletin.
I am patronizing your business
because of it!
Prime Meats - Poultry
Delicatessen
Catering For All Occasions
JOE AGUIRRE, AGENT
Picnic's - Bar B-Q's
STATE FARM INSURANCE
Corp. Parties
Fresh Pasta & Ravioli's
Auto, Home, Life & Business
186 Terry Road
61 West Main Street
265-5076 Smithtown
Smithtown
265-3880
PROTECTING SENIORS NATIONWIDE
........
✂ Please Cut Out This “Thank You Ad”
979-8848 (888) 65TOWERS
Why do so many expectant mothers choose St. Catherine?
Perhaps it’s our extraordinary reputation for compassionate
maternity care. Or advanced features like our Level II Neonatal
ICU, nursery and comfortable, private birthing suites. Or,
thoughtful innovations like our new, private postpartum unit. In
this peaceful setting, experienced nurses help you recover from
delivery in a warm, pampered and homelike atmosphere. After
all, as a new mom, you need a little babying, too.
PUSH
Attorneys At Law
"PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS TO LEGAL PROBLEMS"TM
WILLS AND ESTATES • REAL ESTATE • ACCIDENTS
59 Rte. 111, Smithtown
265-5610
Vivian & Tony 300 E. Main St., Smithtown, NY 11787
631 361 7050
FAMILY AND COSMETIC DENTISTRY
DRS. PERRATTO AND CHIMENTI
285 Middle Country Road, Smithtown
382-2495
www.drsperrattoandchimenti.com
Come In and Experience Our Caring Environment
Mullen & Iannarone, PC
24/7 HELP
Got Pain?
PHYSICAL
THERAPY
& BEYOND
Healing Hands
Massage Therapy, PC
For Relief Call:
(631) 361-5111
59 Landing Ave., Smithtown
CindiPrentissPT.com
MICHAEL J. BRESCIA, P.C.
ATTORNEY & COUNSELOR AT LAW
........
$19.95*/Mo. + 1 FREE MONTH
➢ No Long-Term Contracts
➢ Price Guarantee ➢ American Made
ESTATE PLANNING
ELDER LAW
ESTATE & TRUST ADMINISTRATION
GUARDIANSHIPS
REAL ESTATE LITIGATION
ESTATE & TRUST LITIGATION
REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS
ASSET PROTECTION PLANNING
INITIAL CONSULTATIONS ARE FREE!
50 Route 111, Suite 218, Smithtown, New York 11787
TOLL FREE: 1-877-801-8608
Telephone: (631) 656-6505
Facsimile: (631) 656-6505
www.LONGISLANDESTATEPLANNINGLAW.com
*First Three Months
Jesus
A to Z
Michael O’Neill McGrath, OSFS
A colorful Catholic ABC book
for kids and families!
Includes a glossary of questions to help adults
pass on their Catholic faith.
007199 9 x 12 Hardcover
$16.99 each • Special Offer — 2 for $25.00!
800-566-6150
www.wlpmusic.com
Buying or Selling A Home?
Call LENNY SCOTTO
Proud Member St. Patricks Choir
Coach Realtors
786-7069
Robert A. Fives Shawn B. Fives
Come Sail Away on a 7-night Catholic Exotic Cruise starting
as low as $1045 per couple. Daily Mass and Rosary offered.
Deposit of only $100 per person will reserve your cabin.
Space is limited. Thanks and God Bless,
an Official
Travel Agency
Brian or Sally, coordinators 860.399.1785
of AOS-USA
Birthright International
we love them both! ™
800-550-4900
Free pregnancy testing • Completely confidential help
Non-judgemental & caring advice • Friendship &
emotional support • Legal, medical & educational
referrals • Prenatal info • Maternity & baby clothes
Housing referrals • Social agency referrals
Info on other community services • Adoption info
Harbor COLLISION
Auto Damage Experts ~ Insurance Claims Specialists
24 Hour Towing
Jon Pedone
931 Middle Country Rd., St. James 724-7000 • 724-2720
Craig Aliperti Wood Floors
All Work Done By Owner
Installation • Sanding • Refinishing
Licensed & Insured
631-875-5856
Over 25 Yrs. Experience
631-360-0555
www.fivesfuneralhome.com
752250 St Patrick Church (B)
Serra for Priestly Vocations
www.jspaluch.com
For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-524-0263
AIRPORT LIMO AMARIS ELECTRIC, Inc.
SMITHTOWN to
LGA $80 • JFK $80 • EWR $110
+ tolls
[email protected]
1-888-365-8282
Licensed and Insured
Residential • Commercial
Seniors Discount
631-265-5939 Parishioner
LOWE DRUGS
(Sleepys Shopping Center)
CECELIA SCHMIDT
Licensed Master Plumber
KENS FAUCET
PERSONAL INJURY • REAL ESTATE
Initial Free Consultation
Joseph P. Militello, Esq. - Parishioner 631.524.5565
& TOILET REPAIRS INC.
TAX PREPARATION
979-7575
FINANCIAL PLANNING
FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION
John A. Baldi CPA, PFS, MBA
260 Middle Country Rd., Smithtown
Thomas R. Scott, B.S., R.Ph. ~ President
[email protected] 631.524.5554
Parishioner/St. Pat’s Head Usher
All Plumbing Repairs
All Bathroom Leaks
including Tile Repairs
Associate Broker
631-897-6938
Call for a FREE Market Analysis
of Your Home!
[email protected]
“For the Professional Attention
That You Deserve”
DUANE S. SHANK, D.D.S.
(631) 581-5821
Serving the Community
Since 1990
Pediatric & Adult Orthodontics
TMJ Treatment
200 E. Main St., Smithtown
265-3666
“Caring that counts”
© MKJ Maloney
COLDWELL BANKER
Residential Brokerage
28 E. Main St., Smithtown
265-7888
MILITELLO LAW GROUP, P.C.
Smithtown Prescription
Center, Inc.
www.kensfaucetandtoiletrepairs.com
All Union Drug Plans Accepted
Sr. Citizen Discounts
Notary Public • Free Delivery
14 LAWRENCE AVE., SMITHTOWN
www.moloneyfh.com
LAKE RONKONKOMA
132 Ronkonkoma Avenue
(631) 588-1515
HAUPPAUGE
840 Wheeler Road (Rte. 111)
(631) 361-7500
HOLBROOK
825 Main Street
(631) 981-7500
CENTRAL ISLIP
130 Carleton Avenue
(631) 234-6000
BOHEMIA
1320 Lakeland Avenue
(631) 589-1500
PORT JEFFERSON STATION
523 Route 112
(631) 473-3800 SCAN THIS
SCAN THIS
Michael McAuley, D.P.M., P.C. HARRY GANG PLUMBING Branch Auto Care, Inc. C.J. Allen OTR/L, CHT
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery
300 MAPLE AVENUE, SMITHTOWN
979-2020 www.montespizzeria.com
Andrew Monteleone ~ Parishioner
Upper Extremity & Hand Therapy
FOREIGN/DOMESTIC
4th Generation Plumbers
Rehabilitation & Custom Orthotics
418 N. Country Rd., Unit 6, St. James • 584-6969
Parishioner & Alumni
Simple Repairs to Total Renovations 383 Jericho Tpke., Smithtown
Hours: Mon-Wed-Fri 10-6, Tues 10-7, Sat 10-2
2108 Joshuas Path, Hauppauge, NY
360-9826 631-761-6996 www.CjHandTherapy.com
By Appointment Only • House Calls Available Licensed & Insured 631-742-7442 Mike Dray
North Chapel
"Personal Attention & Dignified Service ~ Our Continuing Tradition"
A Home for Funerals & Cremations
South Chapel
551 North Country Road, Route 25A
829 Middle Country Rd. (Jericho Tpke.), Route 25
St. James (631) 584-7200
St. James (631) 584-5200
Kenneth J. Maher, Owner, Lic. Manager & Director
Kerry J. Maher, Lic. Director
Kenneth J. Maher, Jr., Lic. Director
ST. JAMES FUNERAL HOME, Inc.
LYON TREE SERVICE
All Phases of Tree Work
Safe & Dependable Service
Highly Skilled Professional Staff
25 Years of Experience
Expert Pruning • Expert Removal
Diagnostics • Fertilization • Spray
Applications By Certified Arborist
Free Woodchips Delivered
www.lyontree.com
737-6347
Lic/Ins 26784 HI
TSUNIS GASPARIS LUSTIG
RING & KENNEY LLP
ATTORNEYS AT LAW
2929 EXPRESSWAY DRIVE NORTH
ISLANDIA, NEW YORK 11749
631-582-4000 www.tg-law.net
737-0051
696-0721
Alan E. Fricke Memorials Inc.
Monument Service Since 1946
Expert Lettering • All Cemeteries
Alan E. Fricke Thomas Fricke
544 Rosevale Ave., Ronkonkoma
280 Granny Road, Medford
WILLS, TRUSTS, ESTATES & ELDER LAW
REAL ESTATE MATTERS
LAND USE & ZONING
Lic. 21838-11/Ins. FULL LINE OF SHRUBS, PLANTS, MULCH & MORE • DELIVERY AVAILABLE
www.continolandscaping.com
For further information,
please call the Parish Office.
The Most Complete Online
National Directory
of Catholic Parishes
CHECK IT OUT TODAY!
631-265-1810
hawkinsanddavisfh.com
Family Owned
752250 St Patrick Church (A)
Commercial & Residential
Complete Masonry & Landscaping
Visit Our Nursery Located At 1984 Rte. 112, Coram • 631.451.1491
Consider Remembering
Your Parish in Your Will.
Rose Elefante, Esq.
17 Manor Rd., Smithtown
CONTINO LANDSCAPING & DESIGNS, INC.
www.jspaluch.com
For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-524-0263