10-11-15 - St. Raphael

ST. RAPHAEL’S
PARISH
35-20 Greenpoint Avenue, L.I.C., NY 11101
Telephone: 718-729-8957 Fax: 729-5238
E-Mail: [email protected]
Website: www.straphael-queens.org
MISSION STATEMENT: St. Raphael’s is a parish rooted in
tradition yet responding to an evolving community by evangelization in action. We seek to inspire the larger Catholic community
to a more committed faith life and to heed Christ’s call of sharing
time, talent and treasure for the needs of others.
DECLARACION DE MISION: San Rafael es una parroquia
enraizada en la tradición y a la vez responde a una comunidad
que evoluciona con una acción evangelizadora. Buscamos
inspirar a la comunidad católica global a que vivan una fe más
comprometida y a prestar atención a la llamada de Cristo a
compartir tiempo, talento y bienes con los necesitados.
EUCHARIST SCHEDULE
Saturday/Sábado
Sunday/Domingo
5:00pm - English
8:00am - English
9:45am - Korean
11:00 am—English
12:30 pm—Spanish/Español
WEEKDAY SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday
9:00am
Lunes - Viernes
9:00am
OFFICE HOURS/HORARIO
Monday - Friday/Lunes - Viernes
9:00-1:00pm & 2:00-4:00pm
Saturday/Sábado
By appointment / Mediante cita
BAPTISM/BAUTISMO
Please contact the rectory to make arrangements. You
will need the child’s birth certificate. favor de llamar la
rectoria.
niño.
Necesitará el certificado de nacimiento del
MARRIAGE/MATRIMONIO
Any couple wishing to marry should contact the rectory
at least six (6) months before the wedding.
Una pareja que está pensando en el matrimonio debe
de llamar la rectoría seis (6) meses antes de la boda.
RECONCILIATION/RECONCILIACION
Saturday/Sábado 4:00-4:45pm
and by appointment/y por cita.
MINISTRY TO THE SICK/
CUIDADO DE LOS ENFERMOS
Please call the rectory at 729-8957 to make arrangements for the sick person to receive Holy Communion or
the Anointing of the sick at home. favor de llamar la
rectoría al 729-8957 para que la persona enferma reciba
la Comunión o Unción de los Enfermos en la casa.
October 11th: Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
FROM THE PASTOR…
Dear Parishioners,
Many of our Mexican, as well as non-Mexican, parishioners have enjoyed the occasions when
Mass here has been accompanied by a Mariachi Band (Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe; World Marriage Day; some Quinceañeras, etc.).
Members of the Mexican-American community are concerned that this animated musical culture not be lost, but transmitted to the next generation in the USA. This is the goal of the Mariachi
Academy of New York, which is currently operating out of St. Paul’s Church in East Harlem, but is
branching out to one or two other sites, including St. Raphael’s, in an attempt to be closer to the
Brooklyn and Queens homes of many of its 200 students.
The students range in age from 4 to 18 years and receive instruction in music theory, as well
as professional, hands-on training in various Mariachi instruments (guitar, violin, trumpet, etc.). The
students must provide their own instrument, book and Mariachi shirt, but only pay a $50 registration
fee for the whole term. This is not only a great opportunity, but also a terrific deal.
We will begin hosting the program here in November, on Mondays and Thursdays from 6 to 8
pm. The rectory basement and Michael Brennan Hall (with its classrooms) will be utilized.
We’ll hold registration towards the end of October, and will be providing more details here, in
English and Spanish, in the next few weeks. The training takes place in Spanish, although some English accommodation is afforded to children whose Spanish is less than fluent.
I give you this heads-up now, because space will be limited. Spread the word to those with
children who might benefit from this initiative.
Speaking of our Mexican community, the dates of their three Fall KERMESES here have been
set. The KERMES is a food fair, with fresh, delectable edibles available after Sunday Masses. You
buy some strip tickets, and use the appropriate number to purchase what you want for brunch or
lunch. The KERMESES are the funding source for the Mariachi Band that will accompany our Guadalupe Mass in December.
The KERMESES here will be on Sundays, Oct. 18 (next Sunday)!, Nov. 8 and Nov. 22. Save
the dates and come to enjoy the delicacies.
-Father Jerry Jecewiz
FLEA MARKET TODAY
Last Sunday’s Flea Market, was postponed due to the
raw and windy weather.
It is rescheduled for this Sunday. Stop by for a
browse and a buy!
PARISH STAFF/EQUIPO PARROQUIAL
Rev. Jerry Jecewiz, Pastor
Rev. Luke Kim, Korean Ministry
Sister Christine Scherer, D.W., Religious Educ.
Mr. Jan Wnek, Music Minister
PARISH STEWARDSHIP
Last week’s church offering
Average weekly expenses
$4,330.00
$6,185.00
October 11th –Twenty-Eighth Sunday In Ordinary Time
Mass Intentions for the Week
of October 11th
Sunday, October 11th:
8:00— Winifred Buckley (Mr. and Mrs. Jim Buckley)
AND
Agustina Gonzalez (29th Deceased Anniversary) (Son
Leo, Gloria, Kevin Gonzalez and Family)
9:45—KOREAN MASS
11:00— Anthony and Irene Trgo (Wedding Anniversary)
(Stephanie and James Morena)
12:30—Fabio Ramirez (Enith Parra)
Monday, October 12th:
9:00— Calixto Alegre (Kitty McGee)
Tuesday, October 13th:
9:00— Freddy Fernandes and Family (Birthday Blessings)
(Tangi Rodricks)
Wednesday, October 14th:
9:00— Anna, Michael and Robert Viskup (Martin Family)
Thursday, October 15th:
9:00— Joan Smith and Matty C. Walsh (Dec’d) (Eileen Walsh)
Friday, October 16th:
9:00— Marion Hamluk (Carol Mussi)
Saturday, October 17th:
5:00 pm— Stephanie Jonelunas (Dina Filingeri)
AND
Joseph Cacchioli (Eileen and Don McCallian)
Sunday, October 18th:
8:00— Anna Merz (Birthday Remembrance) (Alex and Robert
Boehler)
9:45—KOREAN MASS
11:00— Halina Goldblat Budzinskq (Waclaw Szymankiewicz)
12:30— Berta Osorio de Parra (Viviana Ortiz Parra)
AND
Ruben Jaime Parra Osorio (Viviana Ortiz Parra)
AND
Henry Ortiz (Viviana Ortiz Parra)
THIS WEEK’S EVENTS
Sun., Oct. 11:
28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Vocations Awareness Sunday
Generations of Faith
Flea Market 9 am to 3 pm
No Rel. Ed. (CCD) classes today
1:30-Pantry & Flea Market volunteers luncheon (RB)
Mon., Oct. 12:
Columbus Day (rectory office closed)
Tues., Oct. 13:
7 pm—Estudio Biblico
Wed., Oct. 14:
Feast of St. Callistus
12 noon—Golden Age Bingo Group
7 pm—Spanish Rosary + Praise
Thurs., Oct. 15:
Feast of St. Teresa of Jesus
10:30 am to 12 noon—Food Pantry
7:30 pm—Choir practice
Fri., Oct. 16:
Feast of Sts. Hedwig & Margaret Mary Alacoque
The Bread and Wine this
week are offered for those
deliberating at the Synod
for the Family in Rome.
7 pm—Spanish Faith Formation for Children
Sat., Oct. 17:
Feast of St. Ignatius of Antioch
1:30 to 3 pm—Food Pantry
UPCOMING BAPTISM DATES:
In English:
Sat., Oct. 17, 2:00 pm. Prep class is Sat., Oct. 3 11:00 am.
Sat., Nov. 14, 2:00 pm. Prep class is Sat., Nov. 7, 11:00 am.
(Fumio Tanai photo)
In Spanish:
Sat., Nov. 28, 2:00 pm. Prep class is Mon., Nov. 23, 7:30 pm.
Sat., Dec. 19, 2:00 pm. Prep class is Mon., Dec. 14, 7:00 pm.
6 pm—Spanish “Sweet 16” Mass
FOOD
PANTRY
is usually open Thursdays
from 10:30 am to 12:00 noon, and Saturdays from
1:30 to 3:00 pm.
New volunteers are always welcome, as are
donations of canned, packaged foods (nonperishable).
We do not accept clothing, books or furniture.
Dear St. Raphael Church parishioners,
Over the past several months, we invited St. Raphael parishioners to join thousands of Catholics across the Diocese of Brooklyn to be a part of Generations of
Faith. After a tremendous response from our parish family, we are concluding our active solicitation phase of the campaign. We continue to receive pledges daily and are
truly overwhelmed by the generosity of our parishioners here at St. Raphael. I am
truly humbled by the sacrificial commitment from the families who have pledged more
than $ 761,000 to this important endeavor.
We reflect in gratitude on the sacrifices of those who have gone before us, the
clergy who have dedicated their lives to serving our faith communities, and eagerly
look to the future as the exciting youth evangelization project unfolds before us.
Generations of Faith has offered us the opportunity to strengthen our parish for
future generations of Catholics, and has reinvigorated us with a sense of renewed
community and stewardship. I am grateful for your vision and your commitment to
maintaining our parish as a beacon of faith for others. Thank you for your support and
prayers through this endeavor.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Fr. Jerry Jecewiz
Pastor, St. Raphael
EL RINCON HISPANO
Queridos feligreses de la parroquia de San Rafael,
Enl os últimos meses, hemos invitado a los feligreses de San Rafael para
unirse a miles de católicos en toda la Diócesis de Brooklyn y Queens para ser
parte de Generaciones de Fe. Después de una tremenda respuesta de nuestra
familia parroquial, vamos a concluir nuestra fase de solicitud activa de la campaña. Seguimos recibiendo promesas diario y estamos realmente abrumados por
la generosidad de nuestros feligreses aquí en San Rafael. Me siento verdaderamente honrado por el compromiso de sacrificio de las familias que se han comprometido más de $ 761,000 a esta importante empresa.
Reflexionamos en agradecimiento por los sacrificios de aquellos que nos
han precedido, los clérigos que han dedicado sus vidas a servir a nuestras comunidades de fe, y ansiosamente mirar hacia el future como el apasionante proyecto
de evangelización de jóvenes se abre ante nosotros.
Generaciones de Fe nos ha ofrecido la oportunidad de fortalecer nuestra
parroquia para las futures generaciones de católicos, y nos ha fortalecido con unsentido renovado de la comunidad y la administración. Estoy muy agradecido por
su visión y su compromiso de mantener nuestra parroquia como un faro de fe
para los demás. Gracias por su apoyo y sus oraciones a través de este esfuerzo.
Sinceramente suyo en Cristo,
Padre Jerry Jecewiz
Párroco—San Rafael
Our St. Raphael Adult Choir has started up again following the summer
break. We are looking for new members in all voice categories: soprano,
alto, tenor and bass. If you have sung, hummed or whistled in the bathtub
or shower at some time, consider joining us! See or call our music minister
Jan (718-930-5061) for a private hearing. We promise you the security of
social fellowship with other choir members and increased satisfaction and
joy in the service of God!
United 40’s Civic Association
Meeting: Thurs., Oct. 15, 7:00 pm
St. Teresa Parish Center (50th Ave./44th St.)
Reports from local Police Precinct; words from elected officials; Kosciuszko Bridge update; upcoming neighborhood events.
SPANISH BIBLE
STUDY
STARTS THIS TUESDAY, 7 PM, IN MICHAEL
BRENNAN HALL
The ANNOUNCED MASS
BOOK FOR 2016
(Jan. through Dec.)
Has just been opened in the rectory .
Arrangements to have these Masses offered for
your particular intentions may be made at the
rectory during office hours.
¿Quieres bailar con nosotros?
Somos un grupo de danza mexicana folklórica y
estamos buscando nuevos miembros. Nuestra meta
es involucrar a la gente de nuestra parroquia y enseñarles nuestra cultura mexicana. Aprenderán pasos básicos de bailes regionales y después los pondremos en práctica en una coreografía. Nos presentaremos en la festividad anual de la parroquia en
honor a nuestra Virgen de Guadalupe. ¡Esperamos
verlos pronto!
Requisitos:
>10años en adelante
*Niños menores de 10 años deben ser acompañados de un adulto.
>Tener voluntad
>Seguir reglas básicas
Ensayamos los sábados de 5-8pm
en el salón de Michael Brennan
917-804-5202
646-226-9042
Felix O. Perez
Rosalba Carvente
COLUMBUS DAY
In observance of the Columbus Day weekend, there
will be no Religious Education (CCD) classes this
Sunday, and the rectory office will be closed on Monday, October 12th.
KERMES (FOOD FAIR) NEXT SUNDAY
A delightful; array of
tasty foods prepared by our parishioners to raise funds to underwrite the expenses of the
Mariachi band for our Guadalupe Mass in December. Come
for brunch or lunch!
Next Sunday, from 11 am to 2:30 pm, in Michael Brennan Hall.
ABOVE: On his way back from the Philadelphia Meeting of Families, Archbishop Thaddeus Cho Hwan-Kil,
head of the Daegu Archdiocese in South Korea, stopped at St. Raphael Church in Long Island City to celebrate Mass with the members of the Korean Martyrs Apostolate there on the parish’s patronal feast of St.
Raphael (Sept. 29th). He is shown (left) with Father Luke and Father Jerry, pastor of St. Raphael’s, and
also (right) in a group photo with Apostolate members, who will be celebrating their 25th year of existence
in our Diocese in 2016.
JOIN THE FAMILY MASS CHOIR...
We are ready to start a new year for St. Raphael’s Family Mass Choir and we need your talents.
The children and adults working with the choir have done an excellent job over the recent years and
have made significant contributions to the liturgical life of St. Raphael’s parish. Children in grades 2 and
above who are ready and willing to sing are encouraged to join us. We would also be interested in having any high school students participate. The practices are held one or two Monday’s a month at
7:00PM and the choir will be singing at the monthly Family Masses, Christmas Eve, First Communion
Mass, Confirmation and other appropriate occasions. Dates and other specific information will follow.
The only requirements are that you attend practice and Mass and behave appropriately. We continue to look for adults who are willing to assist in the singing, who may play a musical instrument or
who are willing to help with other support functions, such as transportation. If you are interested please
fill out this form and return it to the parish rectory, to Sister Christine at the Religious Education Program, Joe Becker or Jan Wnek after Mass. If you have any questions regarding the choir please feel
free to call the rectory or call Joe Becker at 718-392-3008 or email Joe at [email protected].
I am interested in being a part of St. Raphael’s Family Mass Choir
(Please print clearly)
Individual’s Name
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Telephone Number
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Email_______________________________________________________
For Grade School Students
School
Parent/Guardian Signature
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INTERESTED IN ATTENDING A CATHOLIC HIGH
SCHOOL?
Iglesia San Rafael:
SO MANY ARE HAVING “OPEN HOUSES” THESE
DAYS THAT IT’S HARD TO LIST EVERYTHING HERE.
CHECK OUT THE POSTERS PROMOTING THESE
“OPEN HOUSES” IN THE VESTIBULE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Domingo 18 de Octubre 2015
6:00 pm a 9:00 pm
Tarde De
Alabanza