Señor de los Milagros Celebraon
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Señor de los Milagros Celebraon
T HE P ARISH P ROCLAIMER T HE C HURCH OF S T . B ERNARD 51 Prospect Street, White Plains, New York 10606 www.stbernardswp.com November 3, 2013 RECTORY 914-949-2111 LITTLE DISCIPLE LEARNING CENTER 914-428-4727 Señor de los Milagros Celebra on Rev. Robert J. Morris Pastor & Director of Rel. Ed. Verónica Melendez Rectory Office Manager Jennifer Frias Director The Little Disciple Learning Center Maria Mendez Coordinator of Religious Education Parish Trustees: Elizardi Castro Millie Castro SUNDAY MASSES / MISAS DEL DOMINGO Saturday/Sábado 5:30 pm Sunday/Domingo 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00pm (Spanish/Español), Confessions Saturday 4:00-5:00 pm On Sunday, October 27th the Lord of the Miracles Devo onal Group celebrated a special Mass followed by a procession to Chapel Hall. We thank everyone who a ended to this joyful celebra on. El Domingo 27 de octubre, el Grupo Devocional del Señor de los Milagros celebró una Misa especial, seguida de una procesión al Chapel Hall. Damos las gracias a todos los que asis eron a esta alegre celebración. Day of the Dead (All Souls Day) Día de los Muertos During the month of October, Mexico and other La n American countries prepare for the celebra on of All Saints Day (November 1) and All Souls Day (November 2). These two feasts are a mixture of ancient Chrisan rites and Meso-American devo ons. They emphasize the fact that death is a natural part of the cycle of life and that the deceased are not forgo en by their loved ones. This is the basis of the Catholic devo on to the saints: God is God of the living and not the dead (Ma hew 22:32), and for this reason the deceased are not ghosts but rather connue to live in another dimension. At the end of October and the beginning of November, families spend me in the cemetery, visi ng the tombs of their rela ves and friends, washing the headstones, placing bouquets of marigolds, and ligh ng candles. This custom is similar to that of the Chris an Romans who visited and did the same to the tombs of martyrs and rela ves in the catacombs. O en we cannot go back to the tombs of our loved ones, so the custom of the altars of the dead has become important in our churches and homes. Many La nos construct and adorn small altars and dedicate them to the souls of their loved ones who have died. On the altars are found decorated colored paper, photographs of the deceased, religious ar cles, food, drink, and other things that the deceased enjoyed during their lives. For deceased children, toys and stuffed animals are added. These altars are tes mony to the fact that deceased Chris ans do not forget us and we do not forget them either. The love of God unites us forever. Durante el mes de octubre, en México y otros países la noamericanos se preparan para celebrar el Día de Todos los Santos (1 Noviembre) y el Día de los Muertos (2 Noviembre). Estas dos fiestas cris anas se mezclaron con an guos ritos y devociones mesoamericanas. Tales costumbres enfa zan que la muerte es parte normal del ciclo de la vida y que los difuntos no se olvidan de sus seres queridos. Esta es la base de la devoción católica a los santos, Dios es Dios de vivos y no de muertos (Mateo 22:32); por eso los muertos no son fantasmas, más bien siguen vivos en una nueva dimensión. A finales de octubre y principio de noviembre las familias pasan empo en los cementerios, visitando las tumbas de sus parientes y amistades, lavando las lapidas, poniendo arreglos de cempazuchitl (marigolds) y encendiendo veladoras. Esta costumbre es similar a la de los cris anos romanos, quienes hacían lo mismo en las tumbas de los már res y parientes sepultados en las catacumbas. Con frecuencia los la nos no podemos regresar a las tumbas de nuestros seres queridos, razón por la cual el altar de muertos se ha conver do en algo importante en nuestras iglesias y hogares. Muchos la nos construyen y adornan altarcitos dedicándolos a las almas de sus seres queridos que han muerto. En los altares se encuentran papel picado y colorido, fotos de los difuntos, ar culos religiosos, comida, bebida, y otras cosas que los muertos disfrutaban durante sus vidas. Para los niños muertos se añaden jugue tos y animalitos de peluche. Estos altares dan tes monio al hecho que los cris anos difuntos no se olvidan de nosotros y nosotros no los olvidamos tampoco. El amor de Dios nos une para siempre. Fray Gilberto Cavazos-González, OFM, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co. Friar Gilberto Cavazos-González, OFM, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co. Page 2 Celebra ng Halloween at the Li le Disciple Learning Center Page 3 All Souls Day This pass Saturday, it was All Souls Day. Throughout the month of November we will be remembering the souls of our loved ones in prayer during all Masses. There are special envelopes in the pews on which you can write the names of your deceased loved ones to be prayed for. Please place these envelopes in the special receptacle located in the back of the Church. Volleyball for Adults Adult Volleyball is back. This a great way to socialize and get some exercise. The first two dates are Friday October 18th and Friday November 15th. Play will begin at 7:30pm in the gym. Call Dan Furry at 484-3948 if you have ques ons. Come and join the fun. St. Bernard’s Youth Group The Youth Group is in need of winter clothing such as long sleeve shirts, coats, pants, sweaters, and blankets. Dona ons can be dropped off in the basket in the ves bule in the main Church. Lou Fortunate Sunday On Sunday, November 10th there will be a recep on a er all Masses in the newly renovated Church Cafeteria to honor and thank Lou Fortunate for his decades of service at the Church of St. Bernard. Plan to stop by to say hello and to thank Lou for enriching our Liturgies with his musical talents. St. Bernard Rake-a-Thon Many of the 8th level students in our Religious Educa on Program are volunteering their me to rake leaves on Saturday, November 16th, as part of their Confirma on Service Project. We are asking families in our Parish to sign up to have their lawns raked for a dona on of $20. The money raised by the students will be used to purchase Bibles for the imprisoned men and women at the Westchester County Jail in Valhalla. If you would like to have your lawn raked please sign up in the Religious Educa on Office a er Mass or call the rectory. Dollar Sunday & Thanksgiving Baskets If there is a needy family (e.g., an elderly individual with very low income; an unemployed head of household; a low-income family with four or more children) who could benefit from a thanksgiving basket (incl. turkey) which is made available on Tuesday, November 26th, such family informa on should be given to St. Bernard's Rectory (9492111) or the Centro Hispano (289-0500)no later than November 22nd. Religious Educa on Reminder Reminder to all the students who will be receiving the Sacrament of Confirma on, we have the following dates for community service opportuni es for Fall 2013: -November 16th from 10:00 am-11:00 amPro-Life Holy Hour -November 17th from 11:00 am-FinishSt. Bernard’s Rake-a-thon -November 24th from 2:00 pm-3:00 pm - Blythedale Children’s Hospital -November 30th at 11:00 am—Ground’s Clean Up Reminder: Students must bring their Community Service Sheet in order to receive their hours completed at that me and must be signed. Made in Puerto Rico A former parishioner Elizardi Castro will be performing stand up comedy on Friday, November 15th and Saturday, November, 16th at 7:30 pm at The Play Group Theatre in One North Broadway, White Plains NY. Tickets are $20, you can purchase the ckets online at elicastro.com or call at 914-843-0663. “This incredible performance will make you laugh out loud no ma er where you were ‘Made’” Steering Commi ee Mee ng On Wednesday, November 6th at 8:00 pm there will be an important Steering Commi ee mee ng in the Community Room. We ask for all to please a end and RSVP either via e-mail at [email protected] or by phone (914)-949-2111. Page 4 Día de los Difuntos Este sábado pasado, fue el día de los difuntos. Por el mes de noviembre estaremos recordando a las almas de nuestros seres queridos en oración durante todas las misas. Hay sobres especiales en los bancos en los que se pueden escribir los nombres de sus seres queridos que han fallecidos. Por favor, coloque los sobres en el recipiente especial situado en la parte de atrás de la Iglesia. Voleibol para Adultos Voleibol para Adultos está de vuelta. Esta es una gran manera de socializar y hacer algo de ejercicio. Las proximas reunions seran el viernes 18 de octubre y viernes 15 de noviembre. El juego comenzará a las 7:30 pm en el gimnasio. Llame a Dan Furry al 484-3948 si ene preguntas. Venga y únase a la diversión. Grupo de Jóvenes de San Bernardo El grupo de jóvenes está colectando ropa de invierno, como camisas de manga larga, abrigos, pantalones, suéteres y mantas. Las donaciones pueden ser dejadas en la cesta en el ves bulo de la iglesia. Domingo de Lou Fortunate El domingo, 10 de noviembre habrá una recepción después de todas las misas en la cafetería de la iglesia, que ha sido restaurada recientemente, para honrar y agradecer a Lou Fortunate por sus décadas de servicio en la Iglesia de San Bernardo. Venga a saludar y a dar las gracias a Lou por enriquecer nuestras liturgias con sus talentos musicales. Rake-a-thon de San Bernardo Muchos de los alumnos de nivel 8 en nuestro programa de educación religiosa están dando su empo voluntariamente para recoger hojas el Sábado, 17 de noviembre, como parte de su Proyecto de Servicio de Confirmación. Estamos pidiendo a las familias de nuestra parroquia que se anoten para que su césped sea rastrillado por una donación de $20. El dinero recaudado por los estudiantes será u lizado para comprar Biblias para los hombres y mujeres encarcelados en la cárcel del condado de Westchester en Valhalla. Si usted desea que su césped sea rastrillado, por favor inscríbase en la oficina de Educación Religiosa después de la misa o llame a la rectoría. Domingo del Dolar & Cestas de Acción de Gracias Si hay una familia necesitada (por ejemplo, una persona de edad avanzada con ingresos muy bajos, un cabeza de familia que no tenga trabajo, una familia de bajos ingresos, con cuatro o más hijos) que podrían beneficiarse de una canasta de acción de gracias (incluyendo pavo), la cual será puesta en disposición el 20 de noviembre, la información de la familia se debe dar a la Rectoría de San Bernardo (949-2111) o al Centro Hispano (289-0500) a más tardar el 17 de noviembre. Recordatorio a los Estudiantes de Educación Religiosa Recordatorio a todos los estudiantes que van a recibir el Sacramento de la Confirmación; tenemos oportunidades de servicio a la comunidad en las siguientes fechas: -16 de noviembre de 10:00 am –11:00 amPro-Life Holy Hour -17 de noviembre de 11:00 am-terminarRake-a-thon de San Bernardo -24 de noviembre de 2:00 pm-3:00 pm– Blythedale Hospital de Niño -30 de noviembre a las 11:00 am - Limpieza de terrenos de la Iglesia. Los estudiantes deben traer su hoja de Servicio a la Comunidad para recibir el crédito por su servicio y para ser firmada. Hecho en Puerto Rico Elizardi Castro un an guo feligres presentará un show de comedia, el viernes, 15 de octubre y sábado 16 de octubre a las 7:30 pm en The Play Group Theatre in One North Broadway, White Plains NY. Los boletos cuestan $ 20, usted puede comprar los boletos en línea en elicastro.com o llame a 914843-0663. "Esta actuación increíble te hará reír a carcajadas sin importar dónde fuiste ‘hecho’.” Reunión del Consejo Direc vo El miercoles, 6 de noviembre tendremos una reunión importante a las 8:00 pm en el Salón de la Comunidad. Les pedimos a todos que asistan y que por favor confirmen su asistencia lo antes posible por correo electrónico [email protected] o llamando a la rectoría al 949-2111. Page 5 Parish Schedule - Horario de la Parrroquia Sunday, November 3, 2013 Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00am Spanish RCIA - Guadalupe Room 9:00am Family Mass 10:10am Religious Education Class 10:15am Spanish Bible Study 10:30am English Mass 10:30am Cursillistas Meeting - Chapel Hall 12:00pm Spanish Mass Monday, November 4, 2013 St. Charles Borromeo, Bishop-Memorial 9:00am Communion Service– Chapel Hall Tuesday, November 5, 2013 9:00am Communion Service –Chapel Hall 9:30am Ladies of Charities Mtg.-Chapel Hall 7:30pm English Bible Study– Fatima Room 7:30pm Our Lady of Guadalupe Meeting 8:00pm AA Meeting Chapel Hall Wednesday, November 6, 2013 9:00am Mass– Chapel Hall 4:00pm Religious Education Class 4:00pm Spanish Bible Meditation –Guad. Rm 5:30pm Youth Choir Practice - Music Room 6:30pm Religious Education Class 6:30pm Spanish Bible Meditation –Guad. Rm 7:30pm Adult Choir Rehearsal-Music Room 8:00pm English RCIA-Fatima Room 8:00pm Steering Committee Meeting-Com.Rm. Thursday, November 7, 2013 9:00am Mass– Chapel Hall 7:00pm Religious Education Class 7:00pm Youth Group Meeting 7:00pm Spanish Bible Meditation - Guad. Rm. Friday, November 8, 2013 9:00am Mass– Chapel Hall 6:30pm English Classes-2nd Fl. Classroom Saturday, November 9, 2013 The Dedication of Lateran Basilica-Feast 10:30am Youth Choir Practice - Music Room 11:00am Family Catechesis Set-up/Clean Up 3:00pm Family Catechesis 4:00pm Confessions 5:30pm Sunday Vigil Mass Sunday, November 10, 2013 Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00am Spanish RCIA - Guadalupe Room 9:00am Family Mass 10:10am Religious Education Class 10:15am Spanish Bible Study-Guadalupe Rm. 10:30am English Mass 10:30am Cursillistas Meeting - Chapel Hall 12:00pm Spanish Mass 1:00pm Corazones Unidos Meeting-Guad. Room Monday, November 11, 2013 St. Martin of Tours, Bishop-Memorial 9:00am Communion Service-Chapel Hall Sunday, November 17, 2013 Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00am Spanish RCIA 9:00am Family Mass 10:10am Religious Education Class 10:15am Spanish Bible Study– Guadalupe Room 10:30am English Mass 10:30am Cursillistas Meetong-Chapel Hall 11:00am Rake-a-thon 12:00pm Spanish Mass-Señor de los Milagros Mass Monday, November 18, 2013 The dedication of the Basilica of St. Peter & Paul, Apostles, St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, Tuesday, November 12, 2013 Virgin– Memorial St. Josaphat, Bishop & Martyr-Memorial 9:00am Communion Service– Chapel Hall 9:00am Communion Service-Chapel Hall 7:30pm English Bible Study - Fatima Room Tuesday, November 19, 2013 8:00pm AA Meeting - Chapel Hall 9:00am Communion Service-Chapel hall 7:30pm English Bible Study– Fatima Room Wednesday, November 13, 2013 St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, Virgin-Memorial 8:00pm AA Meeting - Chapel Hall 9:00am Mass- Chapel Hall Wednesday, November 20, 2013 4:00pm Religious Education Class 9:00am Mass –Chapel Hall 4:00pm Spanish Bible Meditation - Guad. Rm. 4:00pm Religious Education Class 5:30pm Youth Choir Practice - Music Room 4:00pm Spanish Bible Meditation 6:30pm Religious Education Class 5:30pm Youth Choir Practice - Music Room 6:30pm Spanish Bible Meditation - Guad. Rm. 6:30pm Religious Education Class 7:30pm Adult Choir Practice 6:30pm Spanish Bible Meditation - Guadalupe Rm. 8:00pm English RCIA - Fatima Room 7:30pm Adult Choir Practice 8:00pm Virgin of the Caacupe Meeting 8:00pm English RCIA– Fatima Room Thursday, November 14, 2013 St. Anthony Mary Claret, Bishop-Memorial Thursday, November 21, 2013 The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary9:00am Mass-Chapel Hall Memorial 7:00pm Religious Education Class 9:00am Mass –Chapel Hall 7:00pm Youth Group Meeting 7:00pm Religious Education Class 7:00pm Spanish Bible Meditation –Guad. Rm 7:00pm Youth Group Meeting Friday, November 15, 2013 St. Albert the Great, Bishop & Doctor of the 7:00pm Spanish Bible Meditation-Guad. Rm. Friday, November 22, 2013 Church-Memorial St. Cecilia, Virgin & Martyr-Memorial 9:00am Mass-Chapel Hall 9:00am Mass –Chapel Hall 6:30pm English Classes-2nd Fl. Classroom 6:30pm English Classes - 2nd Fl. Classrooms Saturday, November 16, 2013 St. Margaret of Scotland, St. Gertrude, Vir- Saturday, November 23, 2013 gin-Memorial St. Clement I, Pope & Martyr; St. Columban, 10:00am Pro-Life Holy Hour-Community Service Abbot; Blessed Miguel Agustin Pro, Priest & 10:30am Youth Choir Practice - Music Room Marty-Memorial 4:00pm Confessions 010:30am Youth Choir Practice - Chapel Hall 5:30pm Sunday Vigil Mass 4:00pm Confessions 5:30pm Sunday Vigil Mass Page 6 Invest just five minutes a day, and your faith will deepen and grow—a day at a time. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2013 THIRTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Mercy is the great equalizer “Mercy that is truly Christian is also the most perfect incarnation of ‘equality’ between people,” wrote Pope John Paul II in his encyclical Rich in Mercy. Our compassion compels us to see the dignity of persons in need. They become lovable simply because they are. Despite any faults, poor choices, weaknesses, or circumstances beyond their control, those in need are worthy of alms (from the Greek word for mercy)—for Christ’s sake. Strive to see in others what Jesus saw in tax collectors, sinners, and the least among us: the face of God. TODAY’S READINGS: Wisdom 11:22-12:2; 2 Thessalonians 1:11-2:2; Luke 19:1-10 (153) “And you overlook people’s sins that they may repent. For you love all things that are.” MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4 MEMORIAL OF CHARLES BORROMEO, BISHOP Renewal is never out of season Saint Charles Borromeo was an instrument of the Holy Spirit in helping to keep the church on course through needed reforms in the 16th century. Had he been a participant in the Second Vatican Council rather than the Council of Trent, he may have contributed to the former council’s similar insight: “Christ summons the church, as she goes her pilgrim way, to that continual reformation of which she always has need. If . . . there have been deficiencies in moral conduct or in church discipline, . . . these should be set right at the opportune moment and in the proper way” (Decree on Ecumenism). TODAY’S READINGS: Romans 11:29-36; Luke 14:12-14 (485) “Brothers and sisters: The gifts and the call of God are irrevocable.” TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5 The feast is prepared In some Middle Eastern countries, it is customary to send two sets of invitations when a banquet is planned, one before the feast and the other on the day of the event when a servant is dispatched to announce that everything is ready. A bit of theater is involved, as guests may at first reject the invitation so they can be urged to accept. The host is thereby given the “privilege” of compelling them to come. Scenes like that play out in various stories in the Bible, with the host of the banquet representing the Lord. The message? That’s the kind of God we have, one who is willing not once but repeatedly to invite you to the heavenly banquet. Now is the time to accept! TODAY’S READINGS: Romans 12:5-16b; Luke 14:15-24 (486) “When the time for the dinner came, he dispatched his servant to say to those invited, ‘Come, everything is now ready.’ ” WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6 Expand the network of love Millions of people worldwide use social media. As never before in history it’s possible to connect quickly and directly with people thousands of miles away; it’s as if they’re right next door. Pope Benedict XVI, the first pope to join Twitter, spoke about the implications of having a world of neighbors: “Today the means of mass communication have made our planet smaller, rapidly narrowing the distance between different peoples. . . . Our ability to know almost instantly about the needs of others challenges us to share their situation and their difficulties. . . . Our times call for a new readiness to assist our neighbors . . . .” In our prayers and actions, how will we extend love and service to our neighbors across the globe today? TODAY’S READINGS: Romans 13:8-10; Luke 14:25-33 (487) “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7 Who are we to judge? For Roman Christians in the Early Church, controversy swirled around the observance of Jewish food laws. Emotions ran high on both sides—those who felt the laws should be observed and those who felt freed from the old strictures. Saint Paul took no side. Instead he asks, “Why then do you judge your brother? For we shall all stand before the judgment seat of God.” Sound familiar? Pope Francis had a similar response regarding those who are often marginalized in our day: “If they accept the Lord and have goodwill,” said Francis, “who am I to judge them?” Embrace your brothers and sisters and keep the judgments to God. TODAY’S READINGS: Romans 14:7-12; Luke 15:1-10 (488) “So then each of us shall give an account of himself to God.” FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8 High fidelity marks the good steward When you hear the word stewardship in church, you might start bracing yourself for the appeal for money that usually follows! But good stewardship is about much more. It means being faithful to your relationship with the one who has entrusted you with all the riches in your life—your talents, health and energy, your loved ones and livelihood. Stewardship at root is a relationship of fidelity, of keeping trust with the One who has given you life. Are you ready to put your time, talent, and treasure in service to the gospel? Only then will you be called a good steward. TODAY’S READINGS: Romans 15:14-21; Luke 16:1-8 (489) “Prepare a full account of your stewardship.” SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9 FEAST OF THE DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA Keep building the kingdom The Lateran Basilica, the cathedral of Rome and one of Catholicism’s four “major” basilicas—all located in Rome—got its name from the ancient Roman family, the Laterani, on whose land it was built. In the Catholic world a basilica is a church building of special significance, but the term ultimately comes from a type of Roman building put up at the government’s expense to house public events. Palestinian Jews adopted this form for the first synagogues, and early Christians in turn used it for services. The next time you’re in a house of worship, remember that just as churches are built on what came before, your faith is part of a temple built on the gospel of Jesus. TODAY’S READINGS: Ezekiel 47:1-2, 8-9, 12; 1 Corinthians 3:9c-11, 16- 17; John 2:13-22 (671) “No one can lay a foundation other than the one that is there, namely, Jesus Christ.” ©2013 by TrueQuest Communications, L.L.C. Page 7 Mass Intentions for the Week Last Sunday’s Collec on : Saturday, November 2, 2013 5:30 John Keanie Sunday, November 3, 2013 9:00 Angelo & Anna Barberio First Collec on: $3,700 Second Collec on: $1,226 10:30 For the people 12:00 Genoveva Fernandez & Luis Morocho Monday, November 4, 2013 9:00 Communion Service Tuesday, November 5, 2013 Today’s Second Collec on is for Maintenance. Next week’s second collec on will be for Fuel. Thank you for your generous support of our parish. La segunda Colecta de hoy es para el Mantenimiento. La segunda colecta de la próxima semana será para el Combus ble. Gracias por sus generosas contribuciones a nuestra parroquia. 9:00 Communion Service Wednesday, November 6, 2013 9:00 Brenir C. Fuentes & Lopez-Navarro Family– Living Thursday, November 7, 2013 9:00 Maria Kakos & Isaac Meza Friday, November 8, 2013 St. Bernard’s Capital Campaign 9:00 Patricia Foley Saturday, November 9, 2013 5:30 Dee L. Dee Sunday, November 10, 2013 9:00 Anne Formica 10:30 Anthony Courtney 12:00 For the people So far over $489,453 has been pledged to the St. Bernard’s Capital Campaign! Thank you so much to all parishioners who have made a pledge. If you have not already had a chance to return your pledge card please do so as soon as possible. Please consider a sacrificial pledge to the St. Bernard’s Capital Campaign to make all needed repairs. Pledge cards can be picked up at the back of the Church or at the Rectory. Prayers for the Sick Please remember in your prayers those who are ill and those who serve them. Recemos por todas las personas de nuestra parroquia quienes se encuentran enfermas. Addy Browning Charlene Browning Teresa DeQuina Lou Fortunate Charlie Ginter Lourdes Lopez María Romero-Pérez Jorge Valdéz Hymns in Spanish - Cán cos en Español E. O. C. S. 633 367 374 537 Himno a la alegría Resucitó El peregrino de Emaús Caminar Campaña Capital Hasta la fecha hemos recaudado $489,453 en promesas. Si usted no ha tenido la oportunidad de regresar su tarjeta de compromiso, por favor hágalo lo antes posible. Por favor considere hacer un sacrificio de promesa a la Campaña Capital para hacer reparamientos necesarios. Tarjetas de Compromiso se pueden encontrar en la parte de atrás de la iglesia o en la Rectoría. Page 8 ANNOUNCEMENTS OF EL CENTRO HISPANO ANUNCIOS DEL CENTRO HISPANO 914-289-0500 ESOL CLASSES AT EL CENTRO HISPANO El Centro Hispano is once again offering English as a Second Language classes on Fridays from 6:30 –9:30 p.m. Classes have already begun. There are three separate levels, Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced. These classes are sponsored by Southern Westchester BOCES. To register and begin class next Friday, come to El Centro Hispano with a $25.00 Money Order this Friday at 6:00 p.m. COMPUTER CLASSES FOR ADULTS AT EL CENTRO HISPANO EL Centro Hispano will be offering a new cycle of Beginners Computer Classes starting January 13. The course will last 16 weeks and the cost is $100. If you are interested, come to El Centro Hispano to register as soon as possible. We can only accommodate 18 students ATTENTION MOTHERS AND DAUGHTERS (Ages 12-17) RDC Center for Counseling and Human Development is offering A FREE 6 WEEK WORKSHOP For Hispanic Mothers and Daughters between the ages of 12 – 17. “How to Communicate Effectively” Facilitators: Carmen Muñiz Cooper, LCSW Kemisis Jorquera, MA, MS To Register: Call Carmen – (914) 693-4521 Place: The RDC Center 52 N. Broadway, WP, NY 10603 Dates: Tuesdays, November 5, 12, 19 Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m. IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT Thanks to our partnership with the County Health Department, we will have a “navigator” or facilitator who will help our clients to purchase the appropriate health insurance as mandated by the new Obama Initiative. The representative, Ana, will be at the Centro every Thursday from 2:00 – 7:00 p.m. If you are interested in seeing her, please call the Centro at 914-289-0500. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT El Centro Hispano offers FREE general legal consultations (NO IMMIGRATION NOR DIVORCES) on WEDNESDAYS from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. by APPOINTMENT ONLY. Please contact El Centro Hispano if you need this service. FOOD PANTRY AT EL CENTRO HISPANO El Centro Hispano will be distributing fresh food on the following Thursdays: November 7,21; December 5,19.The refrigerated truck from Food Bank for Westchester will be at the parking lot near Centro Hispano after 3:30. All are welcome to benefit from this program. Please bring a bag. CLASES DE INGLES COMO SEGUNDA LENGUA EN EL CENTRO HISPANO. El Centro Hispano una vez más está ofreciendo clases de inglés como segunda lengua todos los viernes de 6:30 a 9:30 p.m. Las clases ya comenzaron. Se ofrecerán tres niveles separados: Principiante, Intermedio y Avanzado. Estas clases están auspiciadas por “Southern Westchester BOCES”. Para matricularse y comenzar las clases el próximo viernes, sólo tienen que pasar por el Centro Hispano, el viernes a las 6:00 p.m. con un giro postal (Money Order) por $25.00. CLASES DE COMPUTACION PARA ADULTOS EN EL CENTRO HISPANO El Centro Hispano comenzará un nuevo ciclo de clases de computación para principiantes el 13 de enero. El curso durará 16 semanas por un costo de $100 gracias a nuevos fondos que hemos recibido recientemente. Si está interesado, en tomar estas clases pase por El Centro Hispano lo antes posible. Sólo podemos aceptar 18 estudiantes. ATENCION MADRES E HIJAS (12 a 17 años) El RDC-Centro de Consejería y Desarrollo Personal Ofrecerá gratuitamente seis sesiones de charlas Sobre las relaciones entre Madres e Hijas de 12 a 17 años de edad. Las sesiones serán presentadas por las psicoterapeutas: Carmen Muñiz Cooper, LCSW Kemisis Jorquera, MA, MS Para inscribirse: Llamar a Carmen al 914-693-4521 Lugar: RDC Centro de Consejería 52 No. Broadway, WP, NY 10603 Fechas: Martes, noviembre 5, 12,19 Horario: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.RE PA ANUNCIO IMPORTANTE Gracias al acuerdo que tenemos con el Departamento de Salud del Condado, tendremos en el Centro Hispano una representante que ayudará a nuestros clientes a comprar el seguro médico más apropiado según lo exige la nueva iniciativa de Obama. La representante, Ana, estará en el Centro todos los jueves de 2:00 – 7:00 p.m. Si están interesados en recibir estos servicios, llámenla al Centro al 914-289-0500. ANUNCIO ESPECIAL El Centro Hispano ofrece consultas legales (EXCEPTO DE DIVORCIO E INMIGRACION) GRATIS, los miércoles de 4:00 a 6:00 CON CITAS. Por favor llame al Centro Hispano si necesita este servicio. DISTRIBUCION DE ALIMENTOS EN ELCENTRO El Centro Hispano distribuirá alimentos frescos los siguientes jueves: noviembre 7,21; diciembre 5,19.El camión refrigerado de Food Bank for Westchester estará estacionado cerca del Centro después de las 3:30. Todos están invitados a beneficiarse de este programa. Por favor traiga Page 9 bolsas.