May 29, 2016 - St. Gertrude`s Church

THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF ST. GERTRUDE
28 School Street
Bayville, N.Y. 11709
CLERGY OF THE PARISH
Rev. Stephen J. Brigandi, Pastor
Deacon Ted Kolakowski
PARISH OFFICE:
Phone: (516) 628-1113
Marie Levchuck, Parish Secretary
Email: [email protected]
Michele Drago , Bulletin Editor
Email: [email protected]
LITURGICAL SCHEDULE
Masses
Saturday:
8:30am & 5:00pm
Sunday:
7:30, 9:30 (Family Mass)
11:30am
Weekdays: 8:30am
Holy Day: 5:00pm Vigil Mass
8:30 am & 7:30pm
Rosary every morning after 8:30am Mass
Miraculous Medal Novena every Monday at 7:30pm
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction 1:00pm to
3:00pm Wednesdays except holidays
Reconciliation/Confession:
Saturdays: 4:00-5:00pm & by appointment
SACRAMENTS
Anointing of the Sick
Last Sunday of the month following the 11:30 Mass.
Baptism: Third Sunday each month at 1:00pm. Prior parent
interview with priest or deacon required.
Marriage: Arrangements must be made in person with priest at
least 6 months in advance & prior to reception arrangements.
St. Vincent DePaul, (516) 584-4090
Email: [email protected]
PARISH OFFICE HOURS:
Monday to Thursday: 9:00am—
4:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Fax: (516) 628-9032
Website: www.stgerts.com
PARISH CENTER
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE:
Phone: (516) 628-2432
Carol Tannehill, Director
Email: [email protected]
PRESCHOOL:
Phone: (516) 628-3710
Tina Mihaltses, Director
Email: [email protected]
Mass Intentions
Remembering. . .
SUNDAY
May 29
7:30am
Margaret & Walter Fischer +
9:30am
Kevin Lamb +
11:30am
American Legion Post 1285
MONDAY
May 30
8:30am
Edward Burgie +
TUESDAY
May 31
8:30am
Manuela Sabin +
WEDNESDAY
June 1
8:30am
Francisco Padro +
THURSDAY
June 2
8:30am
Nita DeCesare +
FRIDAY
June 3
8:30am
Palmaro, Sabin & Sobrino families +
Chris Shea +
Michele Drago (L)
SATURDAY
June 4
8:30am
DeCesare Family +
Paul Pio Nardone +
John Giammanco +
Frank Barretta +
5:00pm
For the Parishioners of St. Gertrude
The Altar Bread and Wine used at our Masses this
week are offered in loving memory of:
Arthur & Patricia Kerley
by Mr. & Mrs. Harry Tice
New to our Parish? We welcome you
and ask that you please stop into our
Parish office to register. The Lord told Israel to reach out
to newcomers and welcome them (Leviticus 19:36) .
Today’s Readings
First Reading — Melchizedek, the king
of Salem and a priest of God Most
High, brought out bread and wine and
blessed Abram (Genesis 14:18-20).
Psalm — You are a priest forever, in
the line of Melchizedek (Psalm 110).
Second Reading — Paul gives his
description of the institution of the
Eucharist (1 Corinthians 11:23-26).
Gospel — Jesus speaks to the crowd
about the kingdom of God and then
feeds them with five loaves and two
fish (Luke 9:11b-17).
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FED BY THE LORD
Jesus’ words “This is my body”
and “This cup is the new covenant in
my blood” were only part of his table
blessing. Jesus twice said: “Do this in
remembrance of me” (1 Corinthians
11:24, 25).
This is the good news of today’s
solemnity. Like the five thousand
hungry souls, we are fed by our Lord.
This is not food that satisfies for only a
short time, until the next meal. It is
food that lasts and changes us. It is
food for sharing in much the same way
as Melchizedek did when he brought
bread and wine to the returning
Abraham.
As children of God’s reign, we are
blessed to be able to receive and share
God’s gift. And we do so in the way
most appropriate to our state in life—as
parents, children, husbands, wives, or
religious.
Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
We Remember
The sick of our parish:
Maria Agnone
Carmella Castigliola
Joseph Doherty
Baby Easton Friedel
Alex Kiczek
Mario Hrvatin
Donald McGuiness
Rosemary Schettino
Marita Doherty
Edward Gormley
Joann Senecal
Lindsay Gemmell
Charlie Patak
Margaret Kratz
Baby Makenzie Cadamus
Baby Tanner Jadezuk
Wanda Stone-Brady
Angela Colavito
Bette Dougherty
Joe Giralamo
Paul Napoli
Richard Levine
Ann Pacifico
Steven Varjian
Christina Savasta
Barbara Ravid
Joyce Dinuovo
Margaret Martin
Joan Bruce
Jeanne Holden
Janet Bock
Joan Zahtila
Robert Connolly
Melanie LaBella
Lynn Gormley
Ruth LaBella
John Mason
Anthony Rowan
Philip Carbone
Tom Lacey
Jeanette Furino
Maria Cutrone
Amy Watson
Louise Peluso Martone
Olivia LoRusso
Jill Melin
Please call the Parish Office to leave the names of parishioners who are homebound and would like
to receive the Eucharist or would like to receive the Sacrament of the Sick.
Those serving in our military:
“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. I ask this in the name of
Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Amen”
Lt. Travis J. Buffa
Lt. Mary Grace Colluci
LCPL Matthew Ketcham
The Four LoRusso Brothers
Pfc. Duncan Moskowitz
Lt. Brian Peguillan
Hosp. Medic Matthew D. Perez
2nd Lt. Thomas Rojek
M Sgt. Donald J. Tucker
Lt. Terrance Thorgramson
Ltjg. Emily W. Hegarty
SFC. Sean P. Schenck
Lt. Melissa Buffa
Major Janet R. Erazo
2nd Lt. Glenn Harvey
Sgt. 5 Jose Marin
Major James Nicholson
Lt. Wesley John Pritchett
Lt. Sean Riordan
Cpl. Brendan Roethel
Sp. Trevor Tebaldi
2nd Lt. James Andrew Baker
Ltjg. Elizabeth G. Hegarty
Pfc. Mark Chuisano
Cmdr. Cynthia Keating
Lt. Col. Paul J. LoBue
Airman Bryan Mollitor
Lt. Col. Sean Patak
Cpl. Stephen Malusa
Corp. Jason Roland
Sp. Chase Tucker
Sgt. William Trotta, Jr.
Cpt. Chad Lennon
Ensign James Figari
If you would like to inform us of any family member or friend who has been called to active
service, please call our rectory office.
Donna Evans
Jeanette Rose Furino
Vincenzo Gargano
Marrietta Murray
The Parish of St. Gertrude extends its prayerful
condolences to their family and friends.
The Parish Office will be closed
on Monday, May 30th in
recognition of Memorial Day.
Parish Financial Summary
Sunday collection:
May 22, 2016:
$ 7,582.00
There is a second collection this weekend for the 2016 Dominican Republic Mission Appeal.
Faith Direct
Why not make a change in the way you generously support St. Gertrude? Sign up with eGiving through Faith
Direct, which is the most convenient and secure way for you to make your weekly offering to St. Gertrude.
Your automatic contributions through Faith Direct will save valuable time for both you and our parish staff. To
enroll, please visit Faith Direct's website www.faithdirect.net and use our parish code NY83. You can also fill
out and mail a Faith Direct enrollment form from the parish office. Thank you!!
St. Gertrude’s Feast of St.
Anthony
June 16-19
PASTOR’S RAFFLE
As you know our Parish Feast begins
Thursday, June 16th. Hopefully the
weather will cooperate and the parish
family can come together to enjoy some
good food and good company.
For the second consecutive year we
have the Pastor's Raffle. These items,
selected by me, are a Weber Portable
Grill, Amazon Echo, Paddleboard and
Kayak. The cost of each item is: Weber
Portable Grill $300, Amazon Echo $200,
Paddleboard $500 , Kayak $300.
If you (or a group of families) would like
to sponsor one of these prizes, please
contact the Religious Education Office
(628-2432 or [email protected]) by
June 1st.
As a thank you, your name would appear
with the raffle items and would be
mentioned in our parish bulletin following
the Feast.
I am most grateful for your support and
look forward to seeing you and your family
at the Feast!
Fr. Stephen
Feast Volunteer Sign Up
A er all masses – Saturday,
June 4 and Sunday, June 5
Feast Volunteer
Sign up
Feast Dates:
Thursday, June 16 through
Sunday, June 19.
Hours: Thursday 6-10, Friday 6-11,
Saturday 5-11(5 pm mass at the beach),
Sunday 5 -9:30.
Please stop by and sign up to work or
you can email us at parishoffi[email protected] with
the date and me that you are available to help.
The Rosary Guild Meeting:
Thursday, June 2nd
7:30pm in the Parish Center
Family Life
To avoid a late fee, please send in your child’s Registration Form by June 1st.
CATECHISTS NEEDED Have you thought about
becoming a catechist, but have the following thoughts:
“I’m hesitant to become a catechist because…
I don’t know if I can handle a group of kids.
I’m not sure that I have anything to share.
I’m not that holy…I’m just a regular person.”
Not to worry, just thinking about being a catechist means you have what it takes.
I will provide you with support in classroom management including all lessons, activities,
and materials as well as many resources and of course, the Holy Spirit!
Come join a team of catechists that love learning and living their Faith.
We are in need of the following catechists: grade 4 (Tuesday 3:45-4:45), grade 1
(Monday 3:45-4:45) and grade 8 (Wednesday 7-8).
If you are interested, please contact the Religious Education Office. 628-2432 or
[email protected]
Year of Mercy
December 8, 2015—November 20, 2016
Diocesan Pilgrimage to the Basilica of the
Na onal Shrine of the Immaculate Concep on
Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016
PRE-SCHOOL NEWS: As Memorial Day approaches, the preschool children and staff are
looking ahead to summer. Miss Carmela’s two year old class worked on starfish and things we
see under the water at the beach. They also studied the letters V and W. Miss Michelle’s three
year old class worked on animals that we see outside in the warmer months, they studied the
life cycle of a frog and made turtles. Miss Joanne’s four year old class worked on a Memorial Day
project and started working on Father’s Day projects. Miss Tina’s four year olds finished their alphabet
review and also started on Father’s Day gifts and cards. With the addition of a separate two year old
camp program, there are spots still available in our camp in June, please call the preschool office for
more information.
In And Around Our Parish
SAINT GERTRUDE’S CHURCH
FEAST OF SAINT ANTHONY
June 16-19, 2016
SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION
PLATINUM
GOLD SPONSOR
SILVER SPONSOR
BRONZE SPONSOR
FRIEND
$ 2500.00
$ 1000.00
$ 500.00
$ 100.00
$ 50.00
All Sponsorships will be acknowledged with signage posted at the feast
and in our parish bulletin.
Friends of Saint Anthony: Names will be listed at the statue booth.
Company/Family Name:
Contact Name:
Address:
Phone Number:
E-Mail:
Please mail completed form by May 30th with check payable to:
St. Gertrude’s Church
28 School Street
Bayville, NY 11709
Attention: Feast Committee
All contributions are tax deductible.
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The Seminary of the Immaculate Concep on in Hun ngton will host a tour of three
gardens in Oyster Bay Cove and Cold Spring Harbor, followed by buffet lunch in the
Seminary Refectory on Wednesday, June 15, 2016. Reserva ons required, $40 per cket.
Seminary Development Office, 631.423.0483 x 102, or [email protected].
“Because we knew you, we have
been changed for good.”
Let us join together to wish Fr. Stephen
well in his next assignment and thank him
for all he has done for our parish.
Sunday, June 26th, 11:30am Mass
Hospitality to follow in the Parish Center.
2016
Catholic
Ministries
Appeal
Monday is Memorial Day and we would like to recognize and show our sincere
appreciation to all of the men and women who are serving their country to help
insure the freedoms we all enjoy.
Please take a moment tomorrow to pray for all of those who have and are serving
our country in the military as well as for their families.
As we honor and celebrate their service and sacrifice let us also be thankful that
through generous donations to the Catholic Ministries Appeal, and Catholic
Charities Project Veterans Independence, our Church has been able to help
homeless veterans find permanent housing, gain independence and live in
dignity.
Thank you for your support and God Bless America!!!
Mark your calendars. Come and join us for the weekend at the 2016 Annual
Catholic Charismatic Conference in Scranton, Pennsylvania held at Scranton
University
Conference dates are July 29th through July 31, 2016
“Go and Make Disciples” Mt. 28:19 is the 2016 Theme
A bus has been charted for the conference and will be picking up all interested
at Saint Cyril and Methodius Parish in Deer Park and at Our Holy Redeemer in
Freeport. For Registration and transportation information call Anna Baciuska
(516) 223-8594.
Catholic High School Entrance Exam Prep Course
Saturdays, September 10th, 17th &
October 1st, 15th, 22nd
From 10am to 12pm
For over a decade, Our Lady of Mercy has been offering a CHSEE prep
course for all students interested in attending Catholic high school. The
course provides excellent instruction in the academic skills required to
test well, while familiarizing students with format and timing, thus
building the self-confidence so necessary for success.
Saint John the
Baptist DHS is
offering a Prep
Course to prepare
students for the
Catholic High
School Entrance
Exam. We will run
five 2 1/2 hour
sessions beginning in
September. For
additional
information please
visit
www.stjohnthebaptist
dhs.net or call 631587-8000 ext. 117
The cost for this program is $300.00, including all instructional
materials. For further information, or to register, please call Mrs. Lucille
Fitts at (516)921-1047, ext. 110.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
June 10 to 12th @ The Seminary of
the Immaculate Conception
440 W Neck Rd, Huntington, NY
11743 Space is limited. For more
information about the weekend or to apply
call 1-877-697-9963 or visit our web site at
http://www.wwme.org
Magnificat, a Ministry to Catholic Women, cordially invites you to attend our upcoming
Breakfast on Saturday, June 4th, Feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, at The Hofstra
Club in Uniondale at 9:45 a.m. Our speaker will be Angela Rizzo, foundress and coordinator of
our chapter, who will share her amazing journey of faith and how she learned to trust Jesus in all things.
The cost is $35 per person, and payment must be received by May 28th. Checks should
be made out to Magnificat and mailed to: Judy Murphy, 42 Pinehurst Street, Lido Beach,
NY 11561. Please include your contact information. Questions should be directed to
either Judy Murphy at (917) 453-5750, or Angela Rizzo at (516) 763-1739. Come and
celebrate this wonderful Feast Day and bring a friend. Pre-registration is required; payment will not be
accepted the day of the event!
Saint John of God Church
84 Carleton Avenue, Central Islip
GARAGE SALE
AND
CRAFT FAIR
FURNITURE TO COLLECTIBLES
th
th
June 4 & 5 , 2016
Saturday & Sunday
10am to 4pm
VENDORS WANTED: $25.00 PER DAY
BRING YOUR OWN TABLES
For information and/or reservations, call:
Jack Lafferty: 631-234-6535, ext. 135
or 516-375-5850 (Cell)
or [email protected]
If you have suffered from abortion, you may be
experiencing:
Guilt, shame, anxiety, depression, nightmares, substance abuse, eating disorders,
suicidal thoughts. These are some of the symptoms of Post-Abortion Stress. The pain
is real, but you do not have to suffer alone. Our God of Mercy wants to heal you and
give you the peace He desires you to have. There are people dedicated to helping
you–- do not be afraid to reach out for help.
The Sisters of Life walk in solidarity with those
suffering after abortion on the journey of
healing.
The Sisters host monthly Days of Prayer and Heal-ing, monthly Gatherings, and
Hope and Healing Weekend Retreats. These events are opportuni es to
experience the loving mercy of God in a safe and sacred space.
All retreats are led by the Sisters of Life and women who have experienced
both the suffering of abor on and the joy of healing in Christ. The retreats are
directed by faithful priests who have a sensi vity and a heart for those who
suffer. They include witnesses of mercy, Scripture sharing, personal prayer,
opportunity for Sacramental Confession, and the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.
Entering Canaan Days of Prayer and Healing for Women
(Developed by Theresa Bonopar s with the Sisters of Life)
Entering Canaan
DAYS OF PRAYER & HEALING
for Women
Saturday, May 28, 2016
Saturday, June 18, 2016 (Long Island
Saturday, October 29, 2016 (Long
Island)
For more information or to register
contact
Sisters of Life at:
866.575.0075
(toll free) | [email protected]
or Theresa Bonopartis:
877.586.4621
(toll free) | [email protected]
Entering Canaan
DAYS OF PRAYER & HEALING
for Men
TBA
For more information or to register contact
Lumina at:
877.586.4621
(toll free) | [email protected]
postabortionhelp.org
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
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Attention Married Couples!
Spring into Love!
with a
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend
This might be just what you’re looking for!
It’s time to renew your relationship.
Rediscover your love and enhance your hopes and dreams!
WWME is the original and still the best!
June 10 to 12th @ The Seminary of the Immaculate Conception
440 W Neck Rd, Huntington, NY 11743
Space is limited. For more information about the weekends or to apply call
1-877-697-9963 or visit our web site at http://www.wwme.org
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CATHOLIC CRUISE WESTERN CARIBBEAN
Come and sail away on a 7 night Western Caribbean Cruise with
Father Terry Langford November 18th to 25th, 2016 on Holland
America’s Oosterdam out of Tampa, Florida —-Ports of Call:
Key West, Florida```Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Island,
Honduras```Santo Tomas De Castilla, Guatemala```Costa Maya
(Mahahual), Mexico.
Prices begin at $1,680 for two passengers including all port fees and
taxes. Daily Mass offered. Deposits of only $350 per person will reserve your cabin. Space is limited. For
further info or to register, contact Doug or Eileen at 860-399-1785/ Doug@CatholicCruiseand Tours.com
Camp Fatima for boys and Camp Bernadette for girls are now accepting registrations for the 2016 summer
season. The camps, located in the Lakes region of NH, offer 2-week overnight sessions for children, ages 615. Round trip bus transportation is available out of Long Island. To request a brochure and DVD, contact
Michael Drumm at (603)364-5851 or email [email protected] or visit us on the web at
www.campsfatimabernadette.org. Please don’t wait as sessions fill up quickly.
FAMILY, MARRIAGE AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
Family, marriage and individual therapy, provided by New York State licensed therapists including
therapists who specialize in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Attacks and Parent Skill Training, are
available to our parishioners at 147 other parishes. This program, under the direction of Dr. George Giuliani,
has been conducted in the diocese for the past 41 years for the convenience of parishioners. It is provided by
the Catholic Counseling Center, which is independent of and not controlled or supervised by the parish or
diocese. Most insurance policies, including Medicare, are honored. For confidential information and
appointments, please call Dr. Giuliani at the Catholic Counseling Center at (631) 243-2503 or go to our
website at: http://www.thecatholiccounselingcenter.com.
Our Lady of Mercy Academy
815 Convent Road, Syosset NY
Home of the Lady Mustangs
2016 SUMMER CAMPS & COURSES
Basketball, Dance, Introduction to Coding Course, The
Art of Improv and Comedy, Cross Country, Lacrosse,
Lacrosse Goalie, Preseason Conditioning, Science
Research Course, Soccer, Soccer Goalie, Softball,
Beginning Tennis, Interm/Adv Tennis, Volleyball.
For information (516) 921-1756 or www.olma.org
Pilgrimage to Ireland
June 21-29, 2016
Travel with St. Joseph’s College faculty members:
Sister Grace Rowland, CSJ and Father Francis
Pizzarelli, SMM. For a detailed brochure call Sister
Grace at 631-654-0199 or email [email protected]
The Life Center is in desperate need of the following items:
• Clothes for girls and boys (Sizes 0-6 and 18-24 months
especially needed)
• Receiving Blankets, Blankets
• Onesies, stretchies, bibs
• WIPES
• Toiletries (i.e. wipes, baby soaps, shampoos, diaper rash
creams, powders, etc.)
• Crib sheets
• Bottles
• Hooded towels, Wash cloths
• Diaper bags
• Non Drop Side Cribs / Bassinets/ Pack n Plays
• Car seats (both infant and toddler)
• Strollers
Thank you for any help that you can provide to help us support
these women, especially those who are in crisis.
Donations can be dropped off at our Deer Park location: 1767
Deer Park Ave Deer Park, NY 11729 (across the street from St.
Cyril & Methodius Roman Catholic Church, and next door to BoydCarratozollo Funeral home) Any further questions can be
answered at (631) 243-2373.
Riverhead Location: 631-591-9017
Massapequa Location: 516-798-9100
Hempstead Location: 516-408-6300
www.lifecenterli.org
HARVEST HOUSE
235 Cold Spring Road, Syosset, NY 11791 (516)496-9796
A new option for senior living—Harvest Houses, Residences for Independent Seniors
What is Harvest House? Directed by Sisters of St. Dominic, Harvest House is a positive option for
independent Seniors 65+ who want the fullness of living in a family atmosphere, in a secure environment
minus the burden of managing a home or apartment. Harvest House offers….the fullness of living in
companionship, with nutritious meals, private bedroom, common living space to be friends, share ideas,
stories and good times. Harvest House is….affordable, conveniently located to shopping, places of worship,
library, restaurants, public transportation and more….
Locations….Syosset, NY and Floral Park, NY
For more information call: S. Jeanne A. Brendel, (516)496-9796 or web-site: www.harvesthouse.org
The IRA Charitable Rollover
is back and is now
permanent!
What’s called a rollover is actually a “qualified charitable distribution” that can be made
to our Parish.
If…
You are at least 70 1/2 years old on the date you make your gift
Your IRA is a traditional or Roth
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 contribute
$5,000 to her Parish in 2016. Upon hearing of the Charitable IRA Rollover opportunity, she directs
the custodian of her IRA to transfer this amount not later than December 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.
Wills and Bequests have the power to impact future generations. It’s so easy to
include our Parish in your Will and still provide for loved ones. You may be able to make a simple bequest
by adding the following language:
“I give and bequeath the sum of $ _________ (or the % of), to be used for the general
program of St. Gertrude Parish, a Catholic Church in the Diocese of Rockville Centre.”
Ensure the future vitality of our Parish with your charitable
bequest or consider other Estate Planning options,
such as designating our Parish as beneficiary of a
life insurance policy or an IRA account.
To receive a brochure about Wills and Bequests, please call Barbara Kilarjian at 516-379-5210 ext.
229
JUNE AND JULY 2016 PROGRAMS
AT THE RONKONKOMA CENACLE
Please call the Retreat Office at 631-588-8366 to register, or register on line
at www.cenaclesisters.org/ronkonkoma
Thursday, June 2nd
10 a.m. -12 p.m. OR 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. at the Maude Adams House
HILDEGARD’S WISDOM, Love, Light, & the Whole of Creation
The Universe, Scivias, Book One vision three and its amazing illustration is the focus of the day. The earth, our human hume,
lies at the center of creation.- Exploring the profound understanding of Hildegard of Bingen.
Presenter: Sr. Karen Kaelin, CSJ
Offering: $20 - $10 deposit required to hold your reservation
Saturday, June 4, 2016
9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Maude Adams House, 9:00 a.m. arrivals and refreshments
THEN SINGS MY SOUL- PRAYING WITH MUSIC
Music is the pathway to a deep, abiding experience of the God within. Come spend the morning in music, in song, in prayer with
God and others as together our souls are sung into being. (No experience necessary!)
Presenter: Joann Caramanico, Cenacle Staff Associate
Offering: $40 – lunch included $15 deposit required to hold your reservation
Sunday, June 5, 2015
1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the Maude Adams House, 1:00 p.m. arrivals and refreshments
GOD IS EVERYWHERE!
In the midst of the busyness of life, we invite you to spend a relaxing and refreshing afternoon letting God remind you that God is
indeed everywhere. Sometimes when people reflect on the circumstances of their lives they say: “If only I had more leisure in
my life, then I could pray.” Or “If only I didn’t have so much pressure, then I could find God.” But the truth is: “The place where
we stand is holy ground.
Presenter: Sr. Mary Spratt, r.c.
Offering: $35 - $15 deposit required to hold your reservation
July 5, 6, 7 and 8, 2016
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. arrivals and refreshments
SUMMER WORKSHOP – CHURCH OF MERCY AND A GOSPEL OF JOY! The
Spirituality of Pope Francis
The papacy of Pope Francis and the vision he has shared since his election have been remarkable and indeed electrifying to many.
His papacy has been marked by many “firsts.” Not least among these, he is the first Jesuit pope and the first pope to choose the
name Francis. His words and example have become an inspiration to believers and non-believers alike. This workshop will
examine the first three years of his papacy and what biographer John Allen has called, “The Francis Miracle.” In the course of
the week, we will discuss the Franciscan and Ignatian influences on his spirituality together with an analysis of his writings,
interviews, and homilies with a particular focus on the themes of mercy and joy.
Presenter: Tom Petriano, Ph.D.
Offering: $100 - $25 deposit required to hold your reservation
Saturday, July 16, 2016
10 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
FILM DAY! COMEDY, TRAGEDY AND THE CROSS
We will explore how the Cross and Resurrection are revealed through both the comedic and the tragic events in our everyday lives.
Come and enjoy a film in the morning, a film in the afternoon with a discussion following both. A delicious lunch is served and
celebration of the Sunday Vigil Mass concludes our day.
Your Guide: Fr. Larry Lewis, M.M.
Free Will Offering for films – please register
Lunch $20 please call to reserve your spot.
ONGOING PROGRAMS AND SERIES
CONTEMPLATIVE SINGLES at the Maude Adams House
Sundays, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
2016: June 19, July 17, Aug. 21
Join other faith-based singles as we explore God’s desire for each of us and discuss our call to action in the Ministry of Single
Life.
Facilitator: Joan McGovern, Cenacle Staff Associate
Offering: $35 each month. Lunch included - $15 deposit required to hold your monthly reservation
CENTERING PRAYER AFTERNOON at the Maude Adams House
Sundays, 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
2016: June 19, July 17, Aug. 21
DVD by Thomas Keating O.C.S.O., Centering Prayer, and discussion. You do not need to have any experience, simply the desire
to rest in God’s Presence. “Be still and know that I AM God” (Psalm 46:10).
Facilitators: Sr. Margaret Rohde r.c. and Diane Robinson
Offering: Freewill Registration Required