St. Jude RC Church

89 OVERLOOK DRIVE
MASTIC BEACH, NY 11951
PHONE: 631-281-5743
Roman Catholic
Shrine Church of
St. Jude
WWW.STJUDEMB.ORG
[email protected]
FAX: 631-395-5786
“To the Greater Glory of God and the Salvation of Souls.”
Celebration of
the Eucharist
Saturday Evenings
5:00pm
7:30pm
Sunday
8:00am
9:30am
11:30am
5:00pm
Vigil Mass
Spanish Mass
English & Italian
Children’s Choir
Adult Choir
Youth Mass
Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday and Friday
9:00am
Mass
Wednesday
9:00am
Noon
Mass
Mass
Saturday
8:30am
Mass
Holy days
as announced.
The Baptism of the Lord- January 10th 2016
Pastor
Deacons
Rev. Gregory Yacyshyn Thomas Gillen
Kenneth Geoghan
In Residence
Mark Herrmann
Msgr. John Heinlein
Joseph Simeone
John Gagliardi
Senior Priest
Rev. James Leone
Parish Office
Hours
Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday
9:00am–5:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am–6:00pm
Friday
CLOSED
Saturday
CLOSED
Sunday
9:00am–12:00pm
Closed Holidays
Useful Numbers
Rectory
1-631-281-5743
Parish Outreach
1-631-281-5634
Religious
Education
1-631-281-2835
Pre-K
1-631-395-3959
Queen of Apostles
School
1-631-878-1033
St. Vincent Depaul
1-631-219-3542
Sacrament of
Anointing of
the Sick
Sacrament of
Marriage
Couples wishing to be
married should contact
Available in danger of
death or whenever there the rectory at least one
year in advance to meet
is a personal need, call
with one of the priests
the rectory for an
to make wedding
appointment.
arrangements.
Sacrament
Pre-Cana is required for
of Penance/
all couples.
Confession
Saturdays
4:00–4:45pm
Sacrament of
Baptism
Celebrated most 1st and
Wednesdays
3rd Sundays throughout
2:00–2:45pm
the year. Please contact
Also by appointment the rectory to set up
an appointment with a
Parish Outreach
member of the staff to
Mon.–Thurs.
arrange for the
9:00AM–1:00PM
Baptismal preparation
Closed Fri., SAT.,
SUN., And Holidays and then to arrange for
a Baptism date.
Devotions
Miraculous Medal
Novena
Mondays after the
9:00am Mass
St. Jude Novena
Thursdays after the
9:00am Mass
Adoration of the
Blessed Sacrament
Wednesday
12:30pm–1:00pm
Benediction at 1:00pm
First Friday
8:00pm–9:00pm
Benediction at 9:00pm
The Holy Rosary
Monday through Friday at
8:30am; Saturday at
8:00am
Masses for the Week
Saturday, January 9, 2016
5:00pm
7:30pm
Larry McLaughlin †
Parishioners of St. Jude
Sunday, January 10, 2016
8:00am Joan M. Jeans †
9:30am George Herrmann III †
11:30am Intentions of Rev.
Gregory Yacyshyn
5:00pm Intentions of Ron &
Mary Jean Nappe
“57th Wedding Anniversary“
MONDAY, January 11, 2016
9:00am
Michael Dillon †
Tuesday, January 12, 2016
9:00am
Ellen Ryan †
Wednesday, January 13, 2016
9:00am
Anthony F. Jeans †
(Birthday in Heaven)
12 Noon (Guild) Maria Halasova †
Thursday, January 14, 2016
9:00am
Muriel Breschard †
Friday, January 15, 2016
9:00am
Catherine Desmond †
8:30am
Living & Deceased Members of
Koller & Gauggel Families
Aida Cepeda Rodriguez †
Gloria DeTomaso †
Mass Book for 2016
The 2016 Mass Book opened for Mass intentions per individual on Monday,
January 4th. The book is open for the second half of the calendar year July
1, 2016 to December 31, 2016.
There is a limit of 5 Mass intentions per individual requesting on any given
day, until Monday, January 18th. Mass offerings are $20 for an individual
intention and $15 for Guild Masses (multiple intentions) on Wednesday.
Parish Outreach
As we start the New Year here at Outreach, we want to thank everyone
once again for their generosity during the holidays and all year round. The
constant support of individuals, families, and parish and community groups
allows us to help address many of the day-to-day needs of people in our
community. During the cold weather, we continue to accept donations of
gently used coats, hats, gloves and scarves. Men socks are always needed.
Please do not leave donations outside if Outreach is closed. If you cannot
get here during regular hours, call the office 281-5634 to make arrangements.
43rd Annual March for Life
Friday, January 22, 2016 Washington DC
“The birth of every child changes the world:
let every child be born for a better world”
Saturday, January 16, 2016
5:00pm
7:30pm
Sunday, January 17, 2016
8:00am Parishioners of St. Jude
9:30am Jennie Paruolo †
11:30am Michael Dillon †
5:00pm Gennaro Gaglione †
† Denotes Mass is for deceased
For the Sick: Paula Arbaiza, Benjamin Archer,
Joe Augustine, Joseph Balzer, Christina & Lisa Bonas,
Thomas Breasett, Janet Brandimarte, Ed Burns,
Francis X. Butler, Rev, Zachary Callahan, Dana Celetano, Yvete Pauze Clay, Samantha Davis, Jeanette
DeNicolo, Raymond Dhyne, Valerie Thomas DiGiovanni, Joann Dillman, Maryann Ennesser, Frances
Fontaine, Joseph & Stephanie Frigano, Josephine &
Bob Gamberale, Ann & Frank Giordano, Madeline
Giovannele, Mary Beth & Nick Hoffman, Lawrence Katz, Patricia Kenna, Lewery Family, Andrew
Masino, Alana & Michael McCarthy, Arianna Muti,
Kerry Nahon, Ron Nappe, Joann Nasta, Anthony
Paruolo, Jessica & Joan Passaro, Anna Pisano, Justina
Rodriguez, Jean Rubino, Lucille Rudek, Eugene,
Grace, Salvatore & Vincent Russo, Bill & Stephanie
Strauss, Theresa & Thomas R. Taylor, Marie Uss
For the Deceased: Luke Fanelli, Nora A.
Barnes, Roberta Madlinger, Paul A. Trouve, George
Frances Chini
For the Military: John Abel, Nicholas Acierno, Don Bull, Yvette Clay Matt Corica, Michael
Cuervo, Daniel Engo, Cody Farrell, Kyle Christopher Gray, Patrick Gross, Jeffrey Holmes, Chris
Howell, Steven Kay, Richard Kruger, T.J. Kurlowicz,
Chris Manakides, Thomas Mannix, John Maresca,
Richard Mclaughlin, Anthony Ochoa Jr., Katherine
M. Onorato, Ramon Ortiz, Matthew Parenti, Rich
Pinckney, Kerri-Anne Pliego, Gerard Posillico,
John Redding, Jr., Eric Reilly, Vinnie Riveria, Steven
Schloesser, Carl Seaman, Don Skelton, William E.
Slack, Arlise A. & Michael Smith, Bobby Sosa, Catherine Timlin, Anthony Thompson, Timothy Weisner,
Robert Weyer
Every day 3,500 babies die by abortion. Come and exercise your democratic right of peaceful protest and demonstration. Join our Respect Life
Ministry as we travel to Washington, DC by bus with thousands of others
from all parts of the nation to March for Life. This is a Holy Pilgrimage/ a
real sacrifice and a great educational opportunity for students as we lobby
in Halls of Congress.
Agenda; Friday, January 22nd
4:45a.m – Gather for bus from Our Lady of the Snow Parking Lot
departs 5AM sharp
5:15a.m. - Gather for bus from St. Lawrence the Martyr Parking Lot
Depart 5:30 AM sharp
7:30 a.m. - Breakfast stop
11:15 a.m.- Meet RVC Diocese/ Southeast corner of 15th St. & Constitution
Ave.
Noon— Rally
2:30 PM - Lobby our Congress people & Senators
4:00p.m. Bus departs for home & dinner stop
Bus reservations $10 per person or $20 per family (scholarships available).
Make your check out to OLS Respect Life Ministry & call Jean for reservation NOW! at 631 472-0033. If you are unable to join us please pray & fast
for the end of the violence and the Respect, Celebration & Thanksgiving of
Life from conception through natural death.
From the Pastor
January 10th, 2016
The Baptism of the Lord
anuary 2016
Chances are that I will not get to send out individual cards to those who have been so generous to us, and though it has been printed in
the last couple of bulletins… on behalf of Msgr. Heinlein, Fr. Leone and myself, I would like to say a general “Thank-You” to all those
who gave us Christmas gifts of various kinds. Your kindness and generosity through your cards, gifts, chocolates, cookies, goodies and
bottled beverages are very much appreciated and a sure sign of your love and appreciation for your priests. However, if it appears that I
have become a bit pudgier in the last month, it is partially a result of your goodness! Gratitude as well goes out to our friends at Roma
Funeral Home for providing our parish with 2016 religious art calendars.
The St. Jude New Years’ Eve Party was a very enjoyable time, once again. A very big thank-you goes out to Cynthia and Ana for their
many hours of hard work coordinating, ordering, shopping, and setting up (along with the accompanying aggravation) for the big event.
Thanks also to Denise, Julia, and Laura for their help with the setup; and all to those who stayed after – and then returned on New Years’
Day – for the breakdown and general clean up. Thanks to the Anonymous Donor for providing the $750 cash 1st Prize, and to all of our
prize basket donors; to the Kane Family for providing the tables; to John of the Ice Cream Cottage for donating the dee-licious tartufos
for an elegant dessert; and to D.J. Bob for making St. Jude his final gig before official retirement hanging up his CDs from many years in
the dance music providing business. His day job, family, and community service keep him more than busy. Hopefully we will find another
D.J. who plays as good a musical mix for next year. And thanks to all those I have overlooked who also generously assisted in whatever
manner. The event netted over $7,000 for the parish. A very positive start to 2016!
We officially close the Christmas Season today, and so the trees, wreathes, and creche will be taken down this week. However, please be
aware that Lent is coming very soon. Ash Wednesday is February 10th, as Easter Sunday is March 27th. Beginning next weekend there
will be a receptacle in the church vestibule for “Old Palm.” So please bring in any blessed palm that you may have from previous years,
so that it can be burned for this year’s ashes.’
With the arrival of Lent, there will of course be the return of the St. Jude Lenten Friday Fish Fry (try to say that 10x fast!) in the parish
center beginning Friday, February 12th and concluding on March 18th. In addition to the fried fish fillet, there will also be a pasta alternative available each week. Msgr. Heinlein has been working on his fish-stories over the summer and fall, so we look forward to new tales
of adventure on the high seas and yarns about “the one that got away.”
Save the date! The Ancient Order of Hibernians will be hosting a St. Patrick’s Day Party in the parish center on Saturday, March 5th.
Profits after expenses will benefit the St. Jude Shrine-Chapel Capital Campaign. In addition to corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, soda bread,
beer, and other requisite fare, there will be live music provided by Gabe Hickey and his ensemble. So for those parishioners who have
been asking about a St. Patrick’s Day Party for years, your wait is over! Further details will follow.
Big thanks go out to Wendy Gross for all her fruitful work with the Children’s Choir. I am so happy to see how many more children have
joined and are lending their voices to “make a joyful noise unto the Lord.” They did a lovely and enthusiastic job of singing and enacting
the Story of our Lord’s Nativity for us. We look forward to the children’s Palm Sunday procession as they serve the Lord in public worship at holy Mass. If your children might be interested in joining, please see Mrs. Gross or our music director, Mr. Michael LaSalle, after
Mass.
The Annual March for Life in Washington, D.C. will take place on Friday, January 22nd. The March brings attention to the 3,500 babies
who die everyday in the United States due to legalized abortion which has been “blessed” by our government since 1973, and which is
heavily supported by our tax dollars. If you are interested in witnessing in peaceful protest for our Lord and the babies in the cause for
Life, please see the ad on page N of this bulletin with information on bus transportation to Washington and back. If you are hesitant about
going because of the cost, please see me, as an anonymous donor will gladly cover your whole expense.
A parishioner recently contacted me in regard to the campaign for the Shrine-Chapel, inquiring (1) as to what it will be used for, and (2)
wanting permanently affixed pews instead of moveable chairs. These are very legitimate questions. As to the former, I have addressed the
uses of the Chapel quite a number of times in this column; also in my talks at Mass; and at the numerous presentations which were offered
both in the rectory and after Masses, which were open for all to attend. And so, the intention is for the new Shrine-Chapel to be used for
Daily Mass and open for daytime visiting; smaller funerals, weddings and baptisms; adoration of the Blessed Sacrament; other devotions
and spiritual meetings such as the Rosary Altar Society meeting to pray the holy Rosary on the First Monday of the month; the Tuesday
night Spanish Prayer Group meeting; baptismal preparation and Bible study meditation-prayer-reflection groups may also be a possibility.
Days/Evening of Recollection…
We do not plan or anticipate the Chapel being used for anything but for that which is sacramental-spiritual. Yet I will elaborate on this
further within the next few weeks in this column, as well as address the question of permanent vs moveable seating, which is a very interesting topic. And I will speak about it, as well, since not everyone reads the bulletin! And please, if you still have not made a pledge or
gift to the campaign and have questions or concerns, please call our campaign director, Andy White, or speak with me. The greater the
success of this campaign, the better and more beautiful our parish will be well into the future, by the grace of God and your sacrifices. To
whatever degree you are able, thank-you for your support!
In Christ, Fr. Greg
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January 22nd 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 Retrouvaille who can help.
Lighthouse Catholic Media
Book of the Week
Consoling the Heart of Jesus –
Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC
Lighthouse Catholic Media News
In his thoughtful and prayerful “Do-It-Yourself Retreat,” Fr. Michael Gaitley brings together several spiritual traditions and blends them in the pattern of the
Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. We will find inspiration in the quotations from the saints that he gathers
carefully and in his deep, but humble, understanding
of the principles of holiness that they proclaim. This is
a good way for a soul to begin the journey in responding to the call to embrace the Divine Mercy of the
Lord.
We’re pleased to announce that two new scripture study
series, including one by Dr. Scott Hahn, and four at-home
retreats by Fr. Michael Gaitley, are available on formed.
org. Stream the videos from any electronic device with
internet access, and download the journals or workbooks
to your computer. St. Jude Parish has already paid for free
24/7 access with parish code 1C840A. See the flyers in the
kiosk for detailed instructions on how to register.
St. Jude Shrine Chapel Capital Campaign
$1.1 million Pledged – Thank you!
Help us Reach our Challenge Goal!
Follow-up Phase Set to Begin!
Reaching our challenge goal of $1.2 million will allow the parish to significantly upgrade the quality
of materials used for the Shrine Chapel project, and then allow us to make other improvements to
our buildings and grounds. Reaching our high challenge goal of $1.5 million will allow us to accomplish additional capital improvements such as; installing a new boiler in the parish center, improve
the heating system in the Church and updating the rectory offices among other items mentioned.
All Pledges & One-Time Donations – no matter what the amount are welcomed and
appreciated!
* To make your pledge or pledge payments by credit or debit card log onto to Stjudemb.org and click on Shrine Chapel Capital Campaign on the Home Page
* Monthly statements were mailed on December 12th, thank you for your prompt
payments
As you make your pledge . . . Please remember
* Pledges can be made over a period of three or four years.
* Pledge payments are in addition to your weekly offertory.
* Payment reminders will be mailed in accordance with the selected payment plan.
* All contributions are tax deductible.
* Make checks payable to: St. Jude Capital Campaign
If you have any questions about the campaign, please call Andy White our on-site Campaign
Director at 281-5743 or on his cell phone at 516-607-3635.
Faith Formation
Monday, January 11th, – Large Group for CP1, HS2, RCIC2-U @6:45 p.m.
Thursday, January 14th, Confirmation interviews 4:00-7:00p.m. All students,
please be prompt and show up at your appointed time.
Saturday, January 16th,
Pancake Breakfast ‘FOR ALL WHO RESPONDED’ 10:00A.M.-12:00 Noon
First Reconciliation 1:00- All students please arrive 15 minutes early.
Attention all Catechists: Please make sure you have your RSVP to the Faith
Formation Office for the Catechist appreciation luncheon on Feb. 6th @
12:30p.m.
St. Vincent de Paul
As Jesus was baptized by John, so must we be baptized –not just in the waters of repentance but by the Holy Spirit and fire which calls us too, to give
ourselves to God. The fire of the Holy Spirit gives us the grace to be God’s
presence for another: “The best thing to give…to your enemy is forgiveness;
to an opponent, tolerance; to a friend, your heart; to your child, a good example; to a mother, reverence; to your father, conduct that will make him
proud of you; to yourself, respect; to all people, charity.” Join the Society of
St. Vincent de Paul!”
Bishop McDonnell HS Reunion
Mass Attendance
Saturday
5pm 7:30
Dec.13 65 145
Dec. 20 289 110
Dec.27 279 112
Jan.3
253 95
Sunday
8am 9:30 11:30 5pm Total
200 329 245 204 1388
229 352 395 186 1561
221 261 435 185 1493
222 344 345 167 1426
Christmas Mass Attendance
Thursday
Friday
4pm 6pm 7:30pm 10pm 9am 11:30am total
862 150 150 440
241 290 2103
Weekly Collection
Christmas 2015
Christmas 2014
Dec.27th
Jan. 1st (Solemnity of Mary)
Jan. 3rd
Monthly Maintenance
$28,492.47
$32,564.00
$8,704.96
$3,284.00
$9,479.94
$3,479.00
On Saturday, April 23rd there will be a Bishop McDonnell HS Reunion
for the classes of 1941,’46,’51,’56,’61,’66’, and 71. Mass at OL of Solace
at 11:30a.m, reception at Gargiulo’s restaurant in Brooklyn. Free parking available at both places. Guests and other grads are welcome, $90 per
person. Contact Rita Maloney [email protected] or 718-857-2700 ext
2253.
Scripture Readings
“Have You Suffered an Abortion?”
Wednesday, January 13, 2016
Experience God’s love and mercy and begin the journey of healing. Please
call the Sisters of Life at 866-575-0075 or email: [email protected]. For men, call Theresa Bonopartis at Lumina: 877-586-4621 or
email: [email protected].
Living Stewardship
We are grateful this week for all stewards in our parish who answer their
baptismal call to believe with joy by placing their gifts and resources, their
very selves, at God’s service not only in the Church but in the world!
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Married Couples! Are you looking for the perfect Valentine’s Gift?
A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend just might be what you are
looking for. The original and still the best communication weekend for
married couples. The next weekend on Long Island is scheduled for February 12-14, 2016 at the Montfort Spiritual Center in Bay Shore. Space is
limited. For more information about the weekends or to apply, call 1-877697-9963 or visit our web site at http://www.wwme.org.
St. James Parish and Catholics for
Freedom of Religion
We invite you to “Medical Monday’s’ in St. James parish center, 429 Route
25A, Setauket from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Join us in 2016 for a series of
discussions on the moral and ethical issues confronting patients, families,
healthcare workers and administrators in the 21st Century. Presented by
Dr. James Spencer, SR., VP, Mission and Ministry Catholic Health Services
of Long Island and Jamey Hutchinson, BSN, CFCP.
January 11th- Fertility treatments and Sterility Procedures, January
25th- “Vaccines derived from cell lines of aborted fetuses and Stem cell
research”, February 1st- “Sexual Assault protocols, Plan B and other emergency contraception”, February 8th- Euthanasia and Physician-Assisted Suicide”, February 15th-”The Ethics of Sex change procedures” and February
22nd- “Moral dilemmas in the patient-caregiver relationship and following
one’s conscience”. For more information, please call 941-4141.
MONDAY, January 11, 2016
Weekday-1 Sm 1:1-8/Mk 1:14-20
Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Weekday- 1 Sm 1:9-20/Mk 1:21-28
Weekday- 1 Sm 3:1-10, 19-20/Mk 1:29-39
Thursday, January 14, 2016
Weekday- 1 Sm 4:1-11/Mk 1:40-45
Friday, January 15, 2016
Weekday- 1 Sm 8:4-7, 10-22a/Mk 2:1-12
Saturday, January 16, 2016
Weekday- 1 Sm 9:1-4, 17-19; 10:1/Mk 2:1317
Sunday, January 17, 2016
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time: Is 62:1-5/1
Cor 12:4-11/Jn 2:1-11
Altar Bread and Wine
Have been donated:
In loving memory of Philomena Fino
Available dates:
January 18th, February 1st & 29th
Altar Flowers
Available date:
Available March 6th (Laetare Sunday)
Baptisms
Alexa Marie Gallino
May God Bless her and her family!
FLOWER OFFERING In memory of or Dedicated to:
Zelaya Family
Paredes Family
Helena Sosnicka
Patrick & Anthony Spagnoletti
Jeses, Jennie & Anthony Ponzio
Anna & John Jr. Diadema
All flower envelopes that were received after Wednesday, December 16, and up to December 31st, are included.
Cast Call!! Living Stations of the Cross
St. Jude Youth Ministry is excited to be planning the Living Stations of the Cross.
We welcome youth in grades 6 – 12 to be a part of the
cast and crew.
Our first meeting is January 17th 6pm [following the
5pm Mass]
Refreshments will be served.
Come down and make this a part of your Lenten journey!
For more information email Maria at stjudeyg@gmail.
com or call 631-291-56
Our Lady Queen of Apostles- Annual Italian
Dinner
Date: Saturday, January 23, 2016
Time: 5 pm to 7:30 pm
Place: OLQA Auditorium- 2 St. Johns Place, Center Moriches
Cost: Adults $10.00 Seniors: $8.00 , children aged 14 & under: $
8.00
For additional information, please call school office at 878-1033
Bulletin Reflection
New Year’s Eve Dance
The music kept us dancing all night, the food
was delicious and the company was even better. We are thankful for Bob Vecchio who has
been the D.J at our party for quite a few years
and sorry to say this was his last, he is now
officially retired. We hope you all had a joyful
time and wish you all A Blessed New Year. The
event raised $7,427.05. for our parish of St.
Jude.
We are very grateful for the donations from
the following contributors:
Lee Anne’s Flower Shoppe- table centerpieces
Ice Cream Cottage- delicious tartufos
Kane Family- provided tables
Joe Vernice- printed dance tickets
Our Community Library- loaned projector, allowed us live feed from Times Square
We appreciate the generous donations we
received for the raffle prizes from:
Seafield Center ($750 cash), Three Peaks
Physical Therapy, Phyllis Albertina, Renee Spaziante, and our anonymous donors.
We thank you for the support of the New
Year’s Eve Raffle by both party attendees and
prior ticket donations @ Mass. The following
individuals were the prize recipients:
1st prize- S. Bartholomew, 2nd prize L. Hickey,
3rd prize G. Halversen, 4th prize R. Berkhout,
5th prize M. Haase, and 6th prize Goldstein.
A special thank you to those who helped us
with the set-up, clean-up, 50/50 and raffle
ticket sales, your extra hands meant a lot.
P.S. If you took the centerpiece vase, we
would appreciate you returning it to the rectory. Thank you.
Jesus, whom God called “my beloved Son,” is also the “servant” of whom Isaiah speaks in the first reading. We who are
baptized in Christ must follow His example and use our time and resources in the service of God and neighbor.