May 22, 2016 - St. Christopher

The Parish Family of
May 22, 2016
Sts. Christopher and Sylvia
www.stchrisredhook.org
PASTORAL STAFF
Rev. Patrick F. Buckley, Pastor
George Sevigny, Lay Trustee
Rev. Xavier S. Santiago, Parochial Vicar
Kenneth Anderson, Lay Trustee
Rev Msgr. Charles P. Coen, Pastor Emeritus
Rick Moglia, Finance Council Chairman
Gwen McCann, Parish Council President
CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARIST
Saturday: 5:00pm
Sunday: 7:30am 9:00am Family Mass,
10:30am & 12:00 noon
Monday-Saturday 9:00am at the Church
Tues. & Thurs. 7:00am at the Holy Spirit Chapel
For Holy Days schedule, consult bulletin
Adoration: First Fridays after the 9:00am Mass until 6:00pm
Confessions: Saturday, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Baptism: Phone Rectory to make arrangements Baptism Classes: 2nd Monday of month, 7:30pm-Rectory (by appointment)
Marriages: Phone Rectory 6 months in advance
Sick Calls: Phone Rectory at any time. Please do not wait until the last moment.
Hospital Visits and Anointing of the Sick: Parishioners in need of the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, please
call the Rectory. This includes anyone going to the hospital for a serious operation or who has a relative who is gravely ill.
Rectory Office Hours: Monday through Friday—9:00am to 4:00pm
PARISH OFFICES
Rectory
7411 South Broadway
845-758-3732 Fax: 845.758.1214
Diana Calio—Secretary
Patricia Grassi & Maureen Terranova—Assistants
[email protected]
Religious Education
30 Benner Rd
845.758.5506
Ellen Farina— CRE
Helen Moore— CRE Assistant
[email protected]
Parish Center/Maintenance
30 Benner Rd
845-758-5689
Joseph Scala — Maintenance Supervisor
Sacristan
John Dorrian
May 22nd, 2016 + The Most Holy Trinity
Welcome to the Parish Family of Sts. Christopher and Sylvia! We hope that all new residents to the
Red Hook area will feel at home in our parish and strive to be an active part of our faith community. Please take
a moment to stop in the Rectory office to fill out a membership form and to meet a member of the Pastoral Staff.
Intentions of Holu
This Week at Sts. Christopher and Sylvia
Sunday, May 22
The Most Holy Trinity
12 -3 PM
TAG SALE
School
Monday, May 23
6:30 PM-9 PM Gym
Rosary Prayer Group
7:00-7:30 PM Church
Tuesday, May 24
AAU Basketball
6:30-9 PM
Gym
St. Mary Magdalene, St. Gregory VII, St. Bede
Choir Picnic
5:00 PM
AAU Practice
6:30-7:30 PM Gym
Thursday, May 26
Parish Center
St. Philip Neri
AAU Basketball
Friday, May 27
Intention:
Requested by:
Intentions of the
Holy Name
——————————
7:30 AM
Wilber & Lucy
Chase
Pete & Debbie Williams
9:00 AM
Helen Detmer
Gifford Family
10:30 AM
Judith Scaffidi
Scaffidi Family
Walter Kowalski
5th Annv.)
Liz and Family
Pro Populo
———————
Stephen
Palmisano
Pete & Debbie Williams
Sat May 21
5:00 PM
AAU Basketball
Wed., May 25
Time:
6:30-9 PM
Sun May 22
12:00 PM
Gym
St. Augustine of Canterbury
Mon May 23
9:00 AM
Tues May 24
Saturday, May 28
GOOD COUNCIL CONCERT
7 PM
Gym
7:00 AM
Darren Wolfe
Wolfe Family
AA Meeting
7- 8:00 PM
Don Bosco Hall
9:00 AM
Raymond Gifford
Gifford Family
Lori Woodin
Bemis & Roman Family
7:00 AM
Henry Young
(3rd Anniv.)
Jozefowicz Family
9:00 AM
James F. Egan
Month’s Mind
Victoria
Jozefowicz
Jim, Stephanie, & Abigail
Jozefowicz
9:00 AM
Intentions of
Fr. Harold
Theriault
56 Anniv. Priest
Fr. T
5:00 PM
Intentions of Arty & Their Children &
Ronnie Garger (lvg) Grandchildren
Sunday, May 29
Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ
CORPUS CHRISTI
Wed May 25
9:00 AM
Thurs May 26
III. Jeremy Arnstein and Sara Croft
Fri May 27
STEWARDSHIP REPORT
● May 8, 2016 Regular Collection$8,769.68
God Bless you for your
continued generosity!
View From the Pew… At times there
is a Mass being said for “Unannounced
Intention.” What does this mean?
The person requesting the Mass does
not want the intended’s name or their own name
announced publically. The Mass is still being said for
someone, but it is just not for everyone to know.
When there is a line such as this:_______________,
it indicates the anonymity of the person who requested
the Mass.
9:00 AM
Sat May 28
Sun May 29
7:30 AM
Raymond Detmer
Gifford Family
9:00 AM
Ludwig Ruf
Wert Family
10:30 AM
James F. Browne
Religious Education
Program
12:00 Noon
Pro Populo
______________
From the Pastor’s Corner
CYCLE C
The Most Holy Trinity
T
he Spirit of truth... will take from what is mine and declare it to you."
Jesus says in today's Gospel that the Spirit declares something to US.
We actually have a kind of share in the blessed life of the Trinity
through this spiritual declaration. In particular, God gives us the gift of his truth. Traditionally, we say
that God--the Blessed Trinity--is the source of all truth, beauty, and goodness. Today's reading reminds us that
truth exists, that it comes from God, and that we can know it, hear it, and live according to it. "But when he
comes, the Spirit of truth, he will guide you to all truth."
This is so important to remember in today's cultural climate. These days, the very idea of truth is a
touchy subject. Because there is so much focus on tolerance and not offending anyone, we tend to shy away
from discussions about "absolute" truth. Instead, we hear a lot of talk about "what's true for me" or "what's true
for you." Too often we get confused about how to respect others' differing beliefs while still maintaining our
own. Instead of embracing the fact that there is real truth--like, for example, the truth that God became man and
was born of Mary--it is more popular to refer to "beliefs" and "traditions" and "practices," emphasizing that
these things differ among people. Yes, those things differ. But truth does not change. Either Jesus is God, or he
isn't. Either his claims were true or they weren't. It's not a matter of personal opinion.
The Holy Spirit helps to convince us of what is really right. But we needn't fear that this will lead us to
be intolerant. It is this same Spirit within us that brings the fruits of love, peace, patience, kindness,
and generosity.
THANK YOU
Mother Teresa said that “Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless.”
So, as RCIA comes to a close this year, I wanted to say thank you to all who helped and supported us during
the year.
Special thanks to all the hard-working catechists who shared their love of their Catholic faith:
Bill Paccione, Ray Ricci, Wendy Wadja, Dr. John Hoey and Teresa Hoey.
Sponsors act as companions to our candidates on their faith journey and this year we were privileged to
have Bill Clements and Dr. John Hoey accompany Angelica Clements and Dr. Timothy Shepard on
their journey.
The parish community was well represented by Lisa Dolan who coordinated hospitality for RCIA
every Sunday to make sure we were well provided with delicious treats and a wonderful reception after the
Easter Vigil. Tom Brennan, Kathryn Kilker, Sandy Korb, Mary Paccione, Joanne Renneman,
Celine Turchetti, Maureen Boyd, Maggie Burud and Janette Prisco –your hospitality made our
candidates feel welcome and gave them a real sense of belonging to our community.
Then there are those who work so quietly behind the scenes to keep our parish the welcoming
community it is and these people did no less for RCIA: Diana Calio, Maureen Terranova, Trish Grassi,
those who clean the church and decorate the altar, John Dorrian and Joe Scala.
Many thanks to our music ministry here at St. Christopher’s: Charlie Robitaille and the Children’s
Choir who sang at the Rite of Welcome; and, Dick Totman and the adult choir who sang so astoundingly
beautiful at the Easter Vigil.
Fr. Pat and Fr. Xavier contributed in so many ways despite their busy schedules – leading sessions,
praying for us, answering questions, guiding our candidates through their first confessions and attending
rites at St Kateri Tekakwitha.
With deepest gratitude to the parish community of St. Christopher and St. Sylvia
Eileen Cassidy, RCIA Coordinator
Please consider joining the RCIA Team. If you would like more information about becoming part of the RCIA
team or becoming Catholic, please contact Eileen Cassidy at 845-758-3732 or [email protected]
Look What’s Happening at Sts. Christopher and Sylvia Parish!
Children’s Choir Picnic
This Wednesday, May 25th
5:00 PM
at the Parish Center
Grades 1—6
Early Registration began on
Tuesday, April 26th! We will be
taking registrations through June 1, 2016. After
June 1st, the price increases. All registrations are on
First Come/First Served Basis …
register now for your day!
Youth Alive!
2016-2017 Schedule will be available shortly!
Please continue to check the bulletin for the date when
registration begins.
Father - Son/Daughter
Communion Breakfast
Sponsored by Holy Name Society
Sunday, June 12,
Coppola’s Restaurant, Hyde Park,
10:45 AM
$10.00 for Adults, Children 10 yrs. and under $5.00
ALL MEN OF THE PARISH ARE INVITED
TO ATTEND
Sign-up sheets in the back of the Church
For additional info: call Jim Schwab 845-758-2047
Msgr. Coen and
His Wandering Minstrels
will be playing June 4th @ 7 PM
at the School, 30 Benner Rd.
Enjoy Dylan Foley on Fiddle, Danny Guerney on Accordion, Msgr. Charlie Coen on the Concertina,
and the Vocals of Reidin O’Flynn
$20 suggested donation…
...Tickets at the Door
To learn more about these renown musicians look up Dylan
Foley and Dan Gurney to read & listen to their album
“Irish Music of the Hudson Valley.”
In Commemoration of Ireland’s
100 Year Anniversary!
Wishing everyone a safe and happy
summer!
Remember to keep Jesus with you in your
travels and attend Mass on the weekends!
Confirmation
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Mandatory Confirmation Retreat is scheduled for:
(Students Only)
June 7, 2016 @ 6:00 PM—9:00 PM
With Tony Bellizzi
In the Youth Alive Room
COMING THIS July 23rd
DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASS
8:30 AM -3:00 PM
St. Christopher’s Parish Center...Cost-$38
To register or for more information:
contact Bill Owens @ 845-756-2481
St. Joseph’s Seminary
Liturgy and Music Courses
Introduction to Liturgy Fr. Matthew Ernest, S.T.D.
Mondays & Wednesdays…June 20 -August 1….7-10 PM
Our Lady of Lourdes High School, Poughkeepsie
Tuition Rates:
First Time Students: $250 (audit) /$750 (3 credits)
Parish Musicians: $500 (audit) / $750 (3 credits)
Others: $500 (audit) / $1,500 (3 credits)
914-968-6200
www.dunwoodie.edu.
THANK YOU!
to all who have contributed to the
Cardinal’s Appeal! To date, 209 families have made their
commitment to the 2016 Appeal. A total of 71,069.16 has
been pledged toward our goal of 77,500.00.
Please prayerfully consider making a gift if you haven’t
already done so. To make an online gift,
LAST DAY OF TAG SALE THIS SUNDAY!!!
There’s still time to get Great Bargains!!!
EVERYTHING for HALF OFF THIS SUNDAY,
May 22……...12-3 PM
www.cardinalsappeal.org
We have EVERYTHING…
●clothes ● toys ● books ● household items ●
● jewelry ● furniture & so MUCH MORE!!!
If you can spare time on Sunday
around 3PM, we could use help
taking down the tables. With
enough volunteers we can clean
up in an hour!! Give a call,
email, or just show up @ 3pm on Sunday.
Thank you so very much!! Gina
**Classical Concerts
for Good Counsel Homes * *
THIS COMING Sat., May 28th…..7 PM
Gym, 30 Benner Rd.
Leonid Polishchuk & Sofya Maryanova,
www.AltimaterEvents.com /Linda D'Avanzo @ (845)705-8076
The concert is open to the public & free.
Please invite your friends and neighbors!
Tax deductible donations may be made payable to
Good Counsel Homes or
www.GoodCounselHomes.org
Teen Fusion is sponsoring a
Homeless Awareness Day
June 4th……..12-5 PM
at St. Christopher's Church grounds
Events include:
●Honk to Halt Homelessness Car Wash
● Jam the Van Food Drive– Bring
non-perishable food items to fill the van!
● Barbecue and Music
Donations will be given
to Dutchess Outreach
Join us and help make this
an extraordinary event!!!!
Teens, if you would like to help at this fun
filled event PLEASE email
[email protected]
FEAST OF CORPUS CHRISTI
PROCESSIONSunday, May 29th.
Begins at 1:00 PM at Good Shepherd
Church in Rhinebeck with the
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament,
then proceeds through the village of Rhinebeck,
praying the Rosary, and concludes at the Brogan
Center Parking Lot for Benediction.
All parishioners of Good Shepherd/St. Joseph &
St. Christopher/St. Sylvia are invited to join in this
celebration . ***First Communion children are invited
to wear their Communion outfits.***
We accept Visa/MC and Cash (sorry no checks)
[email protected]
845-399-0058
PLEASE WELCOME into our Parish Family of
Sts. Christopher and Sylvia,
NEWLY BAPTIZED
Mia Lynn Martins
May God Bless her and her family
always.
In your prayers, please
remember the sick especially
John Aeolus ● Frances Allen ● Paul Anderson
Barbara Balint ● George Botti ● Martin Blumenthal
Brianna Chase ● Scott Clements ● Richard Cole
John Colon ● John Conway ● Holly Daly
John Dykeman ● Janice Farinacci ● Charles Fasce
Terrence Flynn ● Fr. Cassian Folsom ● Thomas Galbraith
Jeannette Gordon ● Arthur Hallenbeck ● Haley Hines
Lisa Hotaling ● Brian James ● Alex Katz ● Pam Kaliche
Sylvia Ledenko ● Kevin Ledwith ● Frank Lovallo
Henrietta Lynch ● Mary Machete ● Nora Mercier
Marlene McGowan-Yedic ● Gina Maculski
Alex Cortes Molloy ● Thomas Richard Malone
John Manning ● Peter McKenna ● Tom McTighe
Anne Milanesi ● Mary Ann Mondello ● Eric Moore
John Moran ● Richard Murray ● Gloria Najim
Sally O’Connor ● Frank Pasqua, Jr. ● Joe Piccard
Michael Qianonni ● Maureen Randene ● Thomas Richards
Tammy Richards ● Olivia Rooney ● James Rudy
Anna Safford ● John Sculco ● Amy Sivulich
Lisa Slayton ● Robert Smith ● Samantha Smith
Janet Towner ● Elizabeth Trow ● Mary Verlin
Bryan Williams ● Peggy Williams ● Alice Zelasco
Please call the office to add or remove someone
from this list.
Jesus said to his disciples: “I have much more to
tell you, but you cannot bear it now. When the
Spirit of Truth comes he will guide you to all truth.
Memorial Day Parade
Monday May 30th
Sponsored by:
Red Hook VFW Post # 7765
Assemble 9:25 AM at Red Hook High School
Parade begins at 10 AM
Parade Route: Leaves the High School, proceeds to
Church St. to Garden St., turns left on Rt. 9 North
through the village to Memorial Square.
An observance Ceremony & laying of memorial
wreaths will follow the end of the parade at
Memorial Square.
Coeli Fest 2016
Regina Coeli Church, Rt. 9, Hyde Park
Fri., May 27…..open 5 PM -11PM
Sat., May 28...3 PM—Midnight Fireworks & Live Music
Sun., May 29...3 PM -11 PM Live Music
Mon., May 30...Open after Hyde Park Parade until 5 PM
Rides * Games * Gambling * Food *Beer * Wine *Raffle
Cash Prizes * Live Music & Entertainment!
www.coelifest.org
Please keep our Military
and their families in your
prayers.
SOCIETIES & CONTACTS
Adult Faith Formation, Tom Sullivan…………….845-758-3732
[email protected]
Adult Choir Director, Richard Totman ......... ........ 845-876-7444
Basketball Coord., Chris Wood……[email protected]
Battered Women ........................................... ........ 845-876-1554
Holy Name Society Pres., Steve Korb .......... ........ 845-758-3732
[email protected]
Knights of Columbus GK, Bill Paccione ...... ..... ...845-758-5913
[email protected]
Our Lady's Guild Pres., Barbara Rizzolo ...... ........ 845-758-4132
[email protected]
Our Lady Queen of Peace Prayer Group ............... 845-758-3732
Respect Life Committee, Barbara Totman……….845-758- 4128
St. Christopher Food Pantry ................................... 845-758-3732
Senior Citizens President, Betty Bader .................. 845-758-5758
Youth Choir Director, Charles Robitaille .............. 845-758-0580
RCIA, Eileen Cassidy ............................................ 845-758-3732
[email protected]
Bereavement Committee, Eleanor Troy................. 845-758-3732
Teen Fusion, Kathy Marici .................................... 845-758-3732
[email protected]