holy child church - Church of the Holy Child

September 27, 2015
HOLY CHILD CHURCH
www.holy-child.org
718-356-5890
4747 Amboy Road, Staten Island, N.Y. 10312
Weekend Masses
Saturday PM
5:00 7:00
Sunday AM
6:30 8:00
9:30 11:00
Sunday PM
12:30 5:30
Weekday Worship
M - F Mass
6:30 AM
M - S Morning Prayer
8:30 AM
M - S Mass
9:00 AM
Parish Office Hours
M-F
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
1:30 PM - 8:00 PM
718-356-5890
Pastor and Vicars
Mary Kelly, Parish Manager
Rev. Travers
Rev. Edwin H. Cipot
Rev. Wilfred Y. Dodo
Joseph Longo, Maintenance Supervisor
In Residence
Rev. Percy Joseph
Catherine McQuillen, Sports Council
718-356-5890
www.holychildbasketball.com
Sandra Pace, Organist/Music Department Head
347-560-1793
Tom DeLacy, Soccer
www.holychildsoccer.org
Marie Ferro, Director of Religious Education
718-356-5277
Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
JoAnn C. Gaal, Director of Pre-School
718-356-5159
Office Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
[email protected]
Sacraments
Baptisms
Devotions
Marriages
2:00 PM on Sundays
Arrange in advance through the
Rectory. Pre-Baptismal classes 8:00 p.m. on certain Saturday
evenings. Call for schedule.
Please contact priests of the
parish at least 6 months
prior to the wedding date.
Book the church before
the hall.
ADULT CONFIRMATION
DETAILS ON PAGE 3
Reconciliation
Saturday 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Mary-Pat Schaefer
Sal Lavanco
Lea Laccadito
Bob Mistretta
Esther Pla
Sabrina Lufrano
Rita Martin
Mark Kwapich
Perpetual Eucharistic
Adoration
Divine Mercy Chapel 24/7
Miraculous Medal Novena
Church
Mon. after 9:00 AM Mass
and at 7:00 PM
Charismatic Prayer Group
Rectory Conference Room
Wed. 7:45 PM
Parish Council President
Adoration
Bereavement Ministry
Beyond Renew Faith Sharing
Charismatic Prayer Group
Cheerleading
Cub Scouts
Boy Scouts
Nick & Janna Gaudiuso
James Amberger
Peggy Corney
Eddie O’Connor
Ray Doyle - Nick Nocerino
Anthony Frizalone
Kelly Carbonaro - Rich Passante
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Family Life/Respect Life
St. Vincent de Paul
St. Vincent de Paul
Sons & Daughters of Mary
Usher Ministry
Singles on the Go Social Club
Youth Group
HOLY CHILD CHURCH
SECOND TIME:
Matthew Montelbano and Christina Montanaro
Michael Cinquegrana and Linda DiMarco
Franco Oliveri and Celia Scalici
Week 26
Psalter II
www.divineoffice.org
THIRD TIME:
Salvatore Improta and Jessica Marrale
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SATURDAY VIGIL, SEPTEMBER 26, 2015
5:00 PM Al Ferrigno
7:00 PM Dominic T. Carbonaro
Father Travers will officiate at
The Blessing of the Animals
on the front porch of the church
Sunday, October 4th at 4:00 p.m.
In honor of St. Francis of Assisi
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2015
6:30 AM People of Holy Child
8:00 AM Thomas and Mary Ellen Duffy
9:30 AM Veronica Omerza
11:00 AM Anthony Lupo
12:30 PM Angelina Stazzone
5:30 PM James Jude Mangano, Sr.
4:00 PM FAMILY LIFE HOLY HOUR with BENEDICTION
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of the BLESSED SACRAMENT
Mrs. Laccadito ministers to your bereavement needs. Call
upon her to make an appointment at your convenience –
718-227-0449.
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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2015
6:30 AM The Rocco Family
9:00 AM Alice and Lawrence Miniter
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2015
6:30 AM John G. Crowley
9:00 AM Carl Backlund
Ladies in Bereavement …
… are welcomed to a weekly gathering in the Fellow-
ship Room on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:30 pm for
shared conversation about the widowed experience.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
6:30 AM Joseph Amoia
9:00 AM Mary & Francis Salerno
7:45 pm Monthly Healing Mass
Fr. Basil - Celebrant
“Friendship doubles our joy and divides our grief.”
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2015
6:30 AM Marie Amoia
9:00 AM Rocco Urciuoli
Alexa Anne Cioffi
Thomas Bracco
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2015
6:30 AM Melina and James Marceda
9:00 AM Pauline Della Peruta
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ST. MARIA GORETTI
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2015
9:00 AM Eileen Horan
The relic of St. Maria Goretti
will be on display at
St. Rita’s Church, 281 Bradley Avenue,
Staten Island on Wednesday, Sept. 30th
between 6 am to 11 pm.
SATURDAY VIGIL, OCTOBER 3, 2015
5:00 PM Carmela and Frank Montella (Living)
“45 Anniversary”
7:00 PM In Honor of St. Jude
For information go to www.stritachurch.net
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Scripture/Faith Sharing Sessions
Mondays in the FORUM after the 9 A.M. Mass
St. Clare is presenting a three part explanation of Pope Francis’ recent encyclical
on September 22nd, 29th and
October 6th at 7:30 p.m.
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The Gospel of St. John
Scripture Study
12 weeks: October 5th
until December 21st every Monday
from 7:30 - 9:00 pm
in the Small Conference Room - Rectory
Claire Smith
Director of Adult Faith Formation
The Church of Saint Clare
110 Nelson Avenue
Staten Island, New York 10308
(718) 984-7873 ext. 1729
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STATEN ISLAND, NY
WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR THIS WEEK’S DONATIONS:
Qualify to be a
Godparent or a Sponsor….
GET CONFIRMED!
Bread & Wine
In Memory of Rosalie & Bernard LaRosa
Offered by Mr. & Mrs. Caccamo
This is a program of adult faith formation that combines presentations, group discussion, reflection and
prayer. The sessions will cover Sacred Scripture and
Tradition, the Creed, prayer and spirituality, the
Church, Catholic social teaching and meaning of the
sacrament of Confirmation.
Sanctuary Lamp
In Memory of Nicholas B. Squeo
Offered by Nicoletta Squeo
Adoration Chapel Candles
In Thanksgiving for all our answered prayers
Offered by Pat & Paul Diana
Staten Island Location
Our Lady of Pity Church
1616 Richmond Avenue
Bull’s Head, Staten Island, NY 10306
718-761-5421
All sessions in Staten Island are held on
Mondays 7:00pm—8:30pm
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HOLY CHILD ROSARY MAKERS
Makers meet every Thursday in the Rectory
after the 9 am Mass. All are welcome.
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Prayerful Mantle
Dates of the Staten Island Sessions
Session # 1: September 28, 2015
Session # 2: October 5, 2015
Session # 3: October 12, 2015
Session # 4: October 19, 2015
Session # 5: October 26, 2015
Session # 6: November 2, 2015
Session # 7: November 9, 2015
Session # 8: November 16, 2015
The Prayerful Mantle Knit & Crochet Group will
meet on Friday, October 2nd at 9:30 a.m. in the
large conference room. For more information,
please contact Phyllis Ballarino at 718-356-6643.
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New Utrecht High School “50” Reunion
Class of 1965 & 1966
Friday October 23, 2015
Hilton Garden Inn
Contact: Angela DiTringo Sutera (718) 984-0827
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Confirmation Mass
At Our Lady of Pity Church, Staten Island
Monday, November 30, 2015
ARRANGEMENTS FOR BAPTISM
To preserve a more devout and reverent celebration of the
Sacrament of Baptism, only four families will be
accommodated each week. Please make arrangements
with the Church at least a month beforehand.
For information: 646-794-2692
www.nyfaithinformation.org
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We are happy to welcome the following newly baptized
member into our Holy Child Family:
Alexa Lynn Diodato
Child Protection
Anyone who needs to report an alleged incident of sexual
abuse of a minor by priest, deacon, religious or lay person
serving in the Archdiocese of New York is asked to contact
Sr. Eileen Clifford, O.P. at 212-371-1000 x 2949 or Deacon
George J. Coppola at 917-861-1762. Both may also be
reached via e-mail at [email protected].
Information can also be found on the Archdiocesan website,
www.archny.org. In keeping with the Archdiocesan policy
regarding sexual abuse of minors, this information is provided to ensure that our children remain safe and secure.
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Jillian Cannon
Michael Capolongo
Colleen Cerzosie
Lenny Cerzosie
Louise Cesarano
Theresa Cuchel
Josephine Devlin
Anthony Dimesa
Mary Theresa Ferrari
Baby Giuliana Geller
Rosalie Giangrande
Rosaria Incantalupo
Josephine Latiz
Richard Leone
Veronica Mangieri
Peter Mongiove
Tom O’Donnell
Fr. Joseph Pasciutto
Alex Passante
Lisa Romano
Billy Sherwood
Theresa Spezio
Kenneth Velleca
Joseph Zaza
Stewardship
“The Archdiocese of New York takes the stewardship of
your donations and its resources seriously. If you have
knowledge of or reason to suspect financial misconduct,
please report your concerns via a toll free hotline, at 877820-0541, or on the internet, at http://www.reportlineweb.com/
ADNY. Both are available 24 hours per day.”
NAMES ON THIS LIST WILL BE ON UNTIL THIS WEEKEND AND THEN
WILL BE REMOVED UNLESS WE HEAR FROM THE FAMILY.
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TWENTY SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
MUSIC DEPARTMENT
Starting September 18,
Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts
will be open for registration at 7:30 pm sharp
in the school building
Cub Scouts - boys, 1st grade - 5th grade
Boy Scouts - starting 6th grade in September
Any questions please call Rita Martin at 917-922-8613
New members are always welcome (and encouraged!) to
join any of the choirs/ensemble. You can even come to a
few rehearsals to see what we do. For more information on
any of these groups, please contact Sandra at 347-560-1793
or at [email protected]. Note - there are no
fees to join any of the choirs.
Youth Choir (Grades 3+)
Tuesday: 3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
The Children’s Choir participates twice a month in the Children’s Masses throughout the school year. They also perform in a special Christmas Eve concert before Mass.
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Cheerleading Car-Wash Fundraiser
The Holy Child Cheerleaders will be hosting a car
wash fundraiser on September 27th from 9-5 pm
in front of the Pre-School Building. Our Itty-Bitty
and Little Hawk cheerleaders will be on hand to
sell lemonade and cookies, while our JV and Varsity Cheerleaders wash your car. Please stop by
and show your support for our Cheerleaders!
Youth Ensemble (students proficient on all
instruments)
Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
This ensemble of young musicians participates at the two
monthly Children’s Masses, Christmas and Easter Masses.
If you are new to this group, please contact Sandra prior to
your first rehearsal.
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Handbell Choir (children and adults)
Tuesday: 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
The Choir meets from mid-September through the Feast of
Corpus Christi in the spring. The Choir rings twice a month
at Sunday Mass and for special Feasts and parish celebrations. They also perform for the community several times a
year, including at Christmas in Richmondtown and Scalia
Tree-Lighting Ceremonies. Neither experience nor ability to
read music is required to join the group.
Cross Road Foundation’s Fall Fashion Show
The Cross Road Foundation will be holding its 22 nd Annual
Fall Fashion Show & Dinner on Thursday evening, October
8th at the Hilton Garden Inn at 7:00 pm. The theme for the
evening will be, “Mamma Mia”. Tickets for the event are
$65 per person. This includes dinner, musical entertainment and a show of fashions from local boutiques. There
will also be gift baskets and a 50/50 drawing. Please call
718-556-3474 to RSVP. Proceeds from this event will go to
help expectant and new mothers in need on Staten Island.
The Choir
Tuesday: 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
This group, open to high school students and adults, sings
at the 11:00 a.m. Mass from September through the Feast
of Corpus Christi in the spring. Music reading ability is helpful, but not required. The choir sings different styles of music, including traditional and contemporary.
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Cross Road Foundation
1152 Victory Blvd
Staten Island, NY 10301
(718) 556-3474
www.crossroadfoundation.org
Cantors
Youth (grades 6+); Young Adult (grades 9+); Adult
If you are interested in becoming a cantor at any of the
Masses, please contact Sandra for information regarding
training. Note-you do not need to commit to being a cantor
every week.
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Birth Announcements
Uriel - June 28th
Jose Manuel - August 9th
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The Staten Island Chapter of Hunter College
Alumni Association
Staten Island Catholic High School Information Fair
Saturday, October 3rd, 2015 from 12 pm to 2 pm
at the South Fin Grill
300 Fr. Capodanno Blvd & the Dolphin Fountain
Has (2) $1000 Merit Scholarships Available for students who will
be attending class in September 2015
If you are:
1. A Staten Island Resident
2. Will be attending Hunter College in September 2015
3. Write a letter of application which should include a current
transcript, a letter of recommendation from a teacher (written
on college letterhead) and a brief biography.
4. Will be able to attend the Scholarship Luncheon on October
17th, 2015.
Applicants must include name, address, telephone, and email on
the application. Applicants should request an application by calling (718) 984-5770. Applications are due no later than Oct.1st 2015.
Considering a Catholic High School for your child? Are you
interested in learning more about Staten Island Catholic High
Schools? Join us for our information day where we will be available to share TACHS information, academic programs The Road to
College Success, open house dates, and showcase our students
and our Catholic High Schools. Visit www.adny-si.org and click on
the High School information Fair tab to view lecture schedule,
search for a school, and directions.
To RSVP please call (718) 667-5350 ext. 1007.
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SEPTEMBER 27, 2015
Holy Child supports Cross Road with the annual Baby Bottle Campaign
Cross Road Foundation
1152 Victory Blvd.
Staten Island, NY 10301
718-556-3474
www.crossroadfoundation.org
August 1, 2015
Dear Friend of Cross Road,
There are non so blind as those who will not see. The most deluded people
Are those who choose to ignore what they already know. - Jonathan Swift
“Luz” came in to our center last month, looking for help. She is married with four children,
three teens and an eight year old. She is having vision problems as the result of stress. She
also recently found out that she was in the second month of pregnancy. Referring to a failed
attempt at birth control, she asked our advisor for information about termination. She was
informed of the procedure and the risks involved in a surgical abortion. She was told about
the heartbeat, brain activity, and the organs present in her seven week old unborn baby. Yet
rather than consider this reality, she quickly responded that both she and her husband had
already made enough sacrifices for their other children. They did not want to start again
raising another child. When asked to consider making an adoption plan as a more positive
alternative to abortion, she mentioned her own aches and pains as a way of excusing this
option. It became apparent that she and her husband had already decided that this fifth
child would not see the light of day.
I am always taken aback by adults who knowingly ignore the facts about fetal development
when choosing to abort a child. Their polarized view blocks out those rays of truth which
would allow them to see life in all its colorful clarity. Consequently their vision is limited to
gray scales and dark shadows that distort their perspective. Thus they may grieve for a lion
killed in Zimbabwe but take no note of the Christians slaughtered in Nigeria. They would
avoid altogether viewing the recently released videos documenting how Planned
Parenthood harvests and sells fetal organ tissue to researchers, and focus instead on the
well-coiffed spokeswomen who feign outrage in the name of a woman’s imagined right to
infanticide. And while I would like to believe that such moral myopia is more the exception,
the increasing lack of media attention to such horrific acts suggests it is more the rule.
Still, we hope and pray that the pro-life community, through its various means, will continue
to shine the ray of truth into those dark corners of our culture so that our nation may regain
its moral clarity. At Cross Road, we will continue to meet with women like “Luz” knowing
that, with the grace of God, some will come to see life in its true and holy light. Thank you
for your support.
Bill Harder
Executive Director
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Church:
Holy Child Church
City:
Staten Island
Account: 03-00612
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