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Roman Catholic Church of Saint Aidan
505 Willis Avenue, Williston Park, New York 11596
516-746-6585
516-746-6055 (Fax)
The Salvation of Souls is the Supreme Law
Mission Statement
We, the parish family of the
Church of Saint Aidan,
strengthened by the Eucharist and
encouraged by the Word of God, welcome all,
for we recognize that everyone is a child of
God and no one should be excluded.
Guided by the Holy Spirit through
prayer, we strive as one to build the Body of
Christ. We commit ourselves to nurturing life-long faith
formation, fostering lay leadership, promoting
social justice, engaging our youth in every
aspect of parish life, and offering care and
compassionate service to all.
We invite everyone to walk with Jesus
and experience His healing power and love.
Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 6, 2014
Taste and see the goodness of the Lord!
The Pastoral Staff
Rev. Msgr. James M. McDonald, Pastor - ext. 9108
Rev. Kevin Dillon, Associate Pastor - ext. 9105
Rev. Michael Edathil, Associate Pastor - ext. 9106
Rev. Msgr. Robert J. Kirwin, Pastor Emeritus
Rev. Damian Halligan, SJ In Residence
Deacon Salvatore B. Villani - ext. 9558
Deacon Francis J. Love - ext. 9557
Deacon Joseph Connelly - ext. 9562
Deacon Rudy Martin - ext. 9412
Mr. Drago Bubalo, DMA (cand). Music Director ext. 9130
E-mail address [email protected]
St. Aidan School
(Grades Nursery-3. ext. 9202, 9203)
(Grades 4-8, ext. 9302, 9303)
Ms. Eileen P. Oliver, Principal
Ms. Jo-Anne Rowan, Assistant Principal
Faith Formation and Spirituality - ext. 9404, 9405
Mr. James F. Corrigan, Director of Faith Formation ext. 9401
Mrs. Elaine Smith, Director of Special Needs ext. 9406
Parish Social Ministry - ext. 9408
Mrs. Rosemarie Cavallaro, Director - ext. 9410
Youth Ministry
Mr. Stephen Loewenthal, Coordinator - ext. 9403
[email protected]
Pastoral Council - ext. 9592
Members: Toti Conforti, Cathy Frischmann, Brendan Hickey,
Larry McGovern, Bonnie Parente, Erin Flynn,
Mary Ellen Testa and Suellen Peterson
Buildings & Grounds Department—ext. 9122
Liturgy of the Eucharist
Saturday Evening: 5:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Sunday: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, *10:30 AM, 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM
*Liturgy of the Word for Children
Daily: 6:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 12:15 & 5:30 PM Monday thru Friday
Morning Prayer
8:40 AM Monday thru Saturday
Baptism
Baptism of Children: Each month on the 1st Sunday and 3rd
Sunday at 1:30 PM ceremony. Required: Parents’ class on the
2nd Sunday of each month beginning with the 12:00 Mass. For
baptismal information, contact the Rectory office ext. 9101
Tuesday-Friday between the hours of 10:00 AM-3:00 PM.
Penance/Reconciliation
The Sacrament of Penance is celebrated every Saturday from
12:30-1:30 PM and 4:00-5:00 PM in our church or by
appointment.
Marriage
Arrangements are to be made at the Rectory office at least 9
months in advance. Pre-Cana and FOCCUS registrations must be
arranged through the parish.
Anointing of the Sick & Communion of the Sick
The anointing of the sick takes place after the 12:00 PM Mass on
the 4th Sunday of each month. Anyone who is homebound may
receive Holy Communion at home on a regular basis. Eucharistic
ministers assist the priests in this ministry. Please call the rectory ext. 9101.
Adoration
First and third Fridays of the month 12:45-3:00 PM in the Church.
12:30-1:30 PM on Saturdays in the church.
FOURTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
MASSES AND SERVICES FOR THE WEEK
MASSES AND SERVICES FOR THE WEEK (continued)
MONDAY, JULY 7, 2014
Weekday
Hos 2: 16, 17b-18, 21-22; Mt 9: 18-26
6:30 AM
Kathleen Fitzpatrick Rittel
9:00 AM
Joseph J. Wilson (50th Anniversary Rem.)
12:15 PM
Thomas Holmes (Birthday Rem.)
5:30 PM
Michael Fortunato (15th Anniversary Rem.)
SUNDAY, JULY 13, 2014
Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Is 55: 10-11; Rom 8: 18-23; Mt 13: 1-13 or 13: 1-9
7:30 AM
Adeline Di Napoli
9:00 AM
Raymond Donovan (4th Anniversary Rem.)
10:30 AM
Parishioners of St. Aidan
12:00 PM
John J. Sullivan (35th Anniversary Rem.)
Frank Mortilla
Enzo Guidi
1:30 PM
Sara Dellacroce/Thomas Cipley
Nuptial Ceremony
5:00 PM
Thomas Joyce (Birthday Rem.)
TUESDAY, JULY 8, 2014
Weekday
Hos 8: 4-7, 11-13; Mt 9: 32-38
6:30 AM
James McCann (10th Anniversary Rem.)
9:00 AM
Stephen A. Tschern (Birthday Rem.)
12:15 PM
Donald Barrett
5:30 PM
Mary T. Sullivan
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 2014
St. Augustine Zhao Rong, Priest and Companions, Martyrs
Hos 10: 1-3, 7-8, 12; Mt 10: 1-7
6:30 AM
Mary Ann Voulo
9:00 AM
Terence J. Sullivan (Birthday Rem.)
12:15 PM
Eileen Becker
5:30 PM
Mary Semelrath
THURSDAY, JULY 10, 2014
Weekday
Hos 11: 1-4, 8c-9; Mt 10: 7-15
6:30 AM
Ints. of Msgr. James M. McDonald
9:00 AM
Stephen A. Tschern (Anniversary Rem.)
12:15 PM
Mary Di Benadetis
5:30 PM
Annalee Cirino
FRIDAY, JULY 11, 2014
St. Benedict, Abbot
Hos 14: 2-10; Mt 10: 16-23
6:30 AM
Eileen Henson
9:00 AM
Dorothy Clossick-Moran
12:15 PM
Kevin Galway
5:30 PM
Peggy Mazza
SATURDAY, JULY 12, 2014
Weekday
Is 6: 1-8; Mt 10: 24-33
9:00 AM
Edward Emanuele
12:30-1:30 PM Confession & Eucharistic Adoration
3:00 PM
Christina Storace/Ottavio Marini
Nuptial Mass
4:00-5:00 PM Confession
5:00 PM
Edward McQuaid
Margaret Twohig
Melvin R. & Faye Poeschl
7:30 PM
Dcd. Mbrs. of Mc Carren & Tobl Families
BANNS OF MARRIAGE
FIRST WEEK
Stephanie Doughty, St. Mel’s Flushing, NY
Kenneth Kilgannon, St. Aidan
Christina Trefcer, St. Aidan
Enzo Di Paolo, St. Thomas, West Hempstead, NY
SECOND WEEK
Megan Strong, St. Aidan
Ryan Conklin, Queen of the Universe, Levittown, PA
Elizabeth Kiernan, St. Aidan
Ian Gillespie, Queen of All Saints, Brooklyn, NY
THIRD WEEK
Christina Storace, St. Patrick, Huntington, NY
Ottavio Marini, St. Aidan
Sara Dellacroce, St. Martin of Tours, Bethpage, NY
Thomas Cipley, St. James, Seaford, NY
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK & DECEASED
SICK: Barbara Ueland, Christine Schifaudo,
Christine Lucivero, Cecilia Han, Geraldo
Peixoto, Kimberly Holmes, Father Brian
Dalton, Stacy Test, Owen Hogan, Msgr.
Robert Kirwin, Roseanne Mushorn, John
Moore, Don Mc Partlan, Joanne Glaser
Kempton, Jim Corrigan, Larry Bradley,
Sr., Aidan Mc Cluskey, Thomas Sheedy,
Megan Mc Cluskey
DECEASED: Theresa Bacchi, John Gerardi, Jr.,
Walter Manteria and for all those who
have died serving our country.
July 6, 2014
THE CHURCH IS CHRIST’S INVENTION
I don’t know about you, but for some time now I’ve gotten the feeling that
the Catholic Church is superfluous for a lot of people. Many in our own
country and right here on Long Island don’t even bother to get married
in a church or in some way that is recognized by the Church as valid. For example, there are venues, beaches, resorts and all sorts of other places for the
celebration of the wedding rites. Baptisms are happening later and later and, in
some cases—but not all, the emphasis seems to be more on the party. This is
also true of other sacraments. Of course, there is nothing wrong with a great
family gathering—but the main thing is the sacrament itself.
Funerals and the last sacraments appear to be a noticeable exception to this
trend. At the time of serious illness and/or death Catholics (almost all) want
to see a priest—Thank God! In this parish I am particularly impressed by
the warmth and friendliness with which I am greeted at wakes and when I
visit the sick. This is a great tribute to the faith and devotion of our people. It
is something to be admired and commended.
Last week Pope Francis spoke about the importance of the Church. He was
very direct and to the point: “There are those who believe you can have a
personal, direct, immediate relationship with Jesus Christ outside of the
communion and mediation of the Church.” The Holy Father rejected this
type of thinking and indicated that you can’t be a Christian without the
Church. In this he was saying nothing new or extraordinary. As a matter of
fact, St. Cyprian of Carthage who was martyred in 258 said this: “You cannot
have God for your Father unless you have the Church for your Mother.”
Christ and His Church go hand in hand.
We all have heard endless times the trendy saying: “I’m spiritual, but not
religious.” I’m not exactly sure what that means since the word “spiritual” can
have all sorts of meanings. It may mean you do what you want and no outside
authority can tell you what you should or should not do. It is a rejection of
authority. The fact is when you read the New Testament (either Catholic or
Protestant versions) you see a structured Church with deacons, priests and
bishops. You see a Pope with divine authority: “You are Peter and on this
Rock I will build my Church.” (Matt. 16:18) That is the way Jesus set up everything. There was nothing vague about the Church—it was the most definite
thing in the world. It had rules, leaders and sacraments. The apostles were sent
out by Christ to teach and baptized—this was the Great Commission the
apostles of Christ and their successors were to celebrate Mass until the end of time:
“Do this in memory of me.” (Mk. 22:19)
The Catholic Church was founded by Christ Himself. It will endure to the end of time—and
neither hell nor any human power will ever be able to destroy it. Many have tried—none
have been successful.
In Jesus and Mary,
Monsignor James M. McDonald
“Let all Your works give You thanks, O Lord, and let Your faithful ones bless
You.” says the Psalmist. Stewardship is this “attitude of gratitude” for the
many gifts God has given us.
STEWARDSHIP
06/30/13
$26,001
06/29/14
$27,038
(+3.99%)
PETER’S PENCE
06/30/13
$ 5,113
06/29/14
$ 5,641
(+10.33%)
Thank you for your kind and generous support of our parish.
SUGGESTIONS FOR THE MONTH OF JULY
The month of July, by tradition, is dedicated to The Most Precious Blood of Jesus. The Blood
that coursed through the veins of Christ was part of the Sacred Humanity made possible by
the maternity of Mary. Our Lord’s Blood poured out on the Cross purchased our salvation,
washed clean the robes of the martyrs, and gave birth to the Church as it flowed from His
wounded side.
July’s longer and warmer days give us the opportunity to grow in holiness, frequenting the
sacraments and receiving the Blood of Christ, and giving witness by our conduct, our speech,
the modesty in the clothes we wear, of the Christ we profess to everyone we meet. As our
Pope Francis tells us “the basis for evangelization is a conversion to the love of Jesus, which
turns us into a witness to God’s Love to everyone poor and needy.”
Share your reactions and feedback by calling (516) 746-6585 x9101. St. Aidan’s Pastoral
Council tries to be responsive to the needs of our parish.
HOLY NAME SOCIETY
PASTA DINNER
A “Pasta Dinner” will be held on August 3rd at
Piccolo’s Restaurant. There will be two seatings
12:00-1:30 PM and 1:30-3:00 PM. The price will
be $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for children. You
may purchase tickets for this dinner by calling Bill
Casey (516) 248-5908, Colin Dorney (516) 746-3987 or Jimmy Smith
(516) 385-8159. Please call one of the above names to let them know
you would like to attend.
ST. AIDAN ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY
St. Aidan Rosary Altar Society Corporate Mass for deceased Rosarians
Jean Demphy and Catherine Formato will be held on July 6th at 9:00
AM. Summer time is a busy time for us, but we hope to see as many Rosarians as possible during the summer Masses for deceased Rosarians in
July and August.
PEANUT BUTTER GANG
Join us on Saturday, July 12th at 8:15A.M. in the East
Campus cafeteria to make peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for the hungry and homeless on Long Island. Children under the age of 9 cannot be accommodated and
those under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Adults must have taken the Virtus Training. You have
to pre-register at our e-mail address: [email protected]. Unfortunately, due to logistics, if you do not
pre-register, you cannot participate. This month we ask each volunteer to
bring a jar of peanut butter and 2 or more loaves of bread. Thank you.
Remember what Jesus told us, “Amen I say to you, whatever you did for
the least of my brothers, you did for me.” (Matthew 25:40).
sneakers..boots..flats..heels..oxfords.. flip
flops..loafers..sandals..clogs..slides
Used Shoes Needed
Dave Stanghellini, Jim Corrigan’s son-in-law, is raising funds for
a service trip to an orphanage in China this October. He and his
team will work alongside staff to care for the children, and bring
supplies.
He is raising funds for the team through Funds2Orgs, an organization that refurbishes footwear for resale. Any shoes you could
give would be welcome – adult’s or children’s shoes. A box will be
set up in the vestibule of St. Aidan Church to collect donated
footwear.
Contact Dave at [email protected] or (917) 723-6932 (call or
text) for more details about the trip or about fundraising.
FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRIP, PLEASE
CONTACT DAVE STANGHELLINI AT 917-723-6932
2014 CATHOLIC MINISTRIES
APPEAL
Serving God By Serving Others
CHURCH OF ST. AIDAN
2014 GOAL: $174,200
PLEDGED: $127,524
# OF GIFTS:
566
Please remember that our parish receives a refund if we make our goal again this year.
THE KNIGHT’S CORNER
(Providing information from the Knights of Columbus)
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN? Corpus Christi Council # 2502 serves
both St. Aidan and Corpus Christi Parishes. Membership in the Knights
is open to all Catholic Men at least 18 years of age. For information
call (516) 746-8643 or contact Jim Corrigan at the Religious Education
office (516) 746-6585 x9401.
Mark Your Calendars – for the following summer events being
sponsored by Corpus Christi Council # 2502:
July 14th – Annual Charity Golf Outing at Glen Cove C.C., 7:00
AM shotgun start, $ 135 per golfer for reservations call Bob Redmond at (516) 741-8930 or Ken Lyons at (516) 746-8643.
July 26th – Annual Family Picnic at Wilson Park (near Mineola
Pool) 12:00 noon; $10 adults; $5 children 10 and up; under 10
free. For reservations call Tom Kelly at (516) 414-2229.
HALL RENTAL – Big parties or small, the Corpus Christi Council Hall is available for rental. For information call Tom at (516) 746-8643.
Saint Aidan Summer
Programs
Vacation Bible School Updates:
Pre K-BOTH WEEKS CLOSED
Kindergarten: OPEN
1st Grade: BOTH WEEKS CLOSED
2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th-OPEN
Saint Aidan Dance Academy
Wednesday 4:30-5:00
(2-3 year old class is closed)
All other dance classes are still open!
SUPER RAFFLE
EARLY BIRD DRAWING
The Early Bird drawing will be held
on July 15th for an opportunity to win
$250. Send in your raffle tickets as
soon as possible to be included in the
drawing.
REGISTRATION FORM:
I Hope You'll Dance
My name is Emma Parente and I am a 9th
grader at Kellenberg Memorial High
School. I am in the process of working on
my Girl Scout Gold Award Project.
For my project, I am creating a dance program at St. Aidan's for children with special needs. For the first program, I am
opening up classes to boys and girls ages
7-12 with special needs.
At a private dancing school, I have been
assisting in a special needs dance class for
a few months to help prepare. Also, the instructors at the St. Aidan's Dance Academy have volunteered to assist me with
my program. If you know of or have a
child with special needs, please sign up for
this wonderful program.
The program will be held in the Convent
Music Room and is scheduled for the
week of July 21st - July 25th, Monday
and Tuesday 3:45-4:45 PM, Wednesday
3:15-4:15 PM, Thursday and Friday
10:00-11:00 AM.
A parent or guardian must stay during the
class. Parents and guests may join us for
the open class on Friday at 10am to see
what your child has learned.
The class is free! You may come to any or
all of the classes.
Child's Name:_______________________
Age:__________ Grade:__________
Date of Birth:________________________
School:_____________________________
Home Address:_______________________
City:___________________________ NY
Zip Code:_________
Parents Names:_______________________
Home Phone: ( )
Cell Phone: ( )
E-mail Address:______________________
Emergency Contact
Name: ___________________________
Relationship to Child:_______________
Phone Number:___________________
Physical Limitations:________________
Special Needs:_____________________
_________________________________
_________________________________
Allergies:_________________
My child intends to attend on the following
days:
__ all 5 days __Monday __Tuesday
__ Wednesday __Thursday __Friday
Mail completed applications by July 15th to:
Church of St. Aidan's
c/o Emma Parente at the Rectory
505 Willis Ave.
Williston Park, NY 11596
email questions to me at:
[email protected]
Saint Aidan Dance Academy
Summer 2014
PROGRAM INFORMATION
-$95 (Includes 7 one-hour dance classes, t-shirt
and recital)
-Each additional class style of dance is $60.
-Sibling Rate: $10 off the second child.
-Girls must wear fitted clothing (leotard, leggings,
tights, etc.) Jeans are not permitted. Dancers
must also have dance shoes or wear sneakers,
(although dance shoes are encouraged). Girls
cannot dance barefoot, in socks, or in flip-flops.
-Classes are held in the Convent, 16 Pembroke
Street.
-Contact Stefanie at:
[email protected] with
any additional questions.
CLASS SCHEDULE
Monday:
5:00-6:00 PM Nursery, Pre-K, K Jazz
6:00 -7:00 PM 1st-3rd Tap
7:00-8:00 PM 4th-8th Lyrical
8:00- 9:00 PM 4th-8th Jazz/Hip Hop
REGISTRATION FORM
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
Child’s Name:___________________________________
Age:____ Grade:_____ Date of Birth________________
Home Address:__________________________________
_________________________________Zip Code:_____
Home Phone:______________ Cell Phone:___________
E-mail Address:_________________________________
Emergency Contact Name:________________________
Relationship to Child:_____________________________
Phone Number:__________________________________
Class(es) Your Child Will Be Taking:
Class______________________ Grade Level_________
Day:______________________ Time:______________
Class______________________ Grade Level_________
Day:______________________ Time:______________
*If you need additional space for more than one class,
please attach an extra sheet.
Tuesday:
5:00-6:00 PM Nursery, Pre-K, K Ballet
6:00 -7:00 PM 1st-3rd Jazz
7:00-8:00 PM 2nd- 4th Cheer/Kickline
Physical limitations:______________________________
Allergies:______________________________________
Wednesday:
4:30-5:00 PM Mommy & Me 2-3 years old
Mommy & Me Class not in recital
5:00-6:00 PM Nursery, Pre-K, K Tap
6:00 -7:00 PM 1st-3rd Ballet
7:00- 8:00 PM Assistant Class
X_____________________________________________
Classes start Monday, June 30, 2014 and run
through Wednesday, August 13, 2014.
Recital date TBA.
*Parents please keep this portion!
Parent/Guardian Signature
Today’s Date: ________________
Please send in your completed registration
form with your payment (checks made out to
the Church of Saint Aidan) to the Rectory: 505
Willis Avenue, Williston Park NY 11596, Attn:
Stefanie Loewenthal .
SAINT AIDAN VBS SUMMER
PROGRAM DETAILS
Week 1: July 28th – August 1st
Week 2: August 4th – 8th
-You have the option to register for 1 week or
2 weeks.
-Each week-long session is different and is
filled with a variety of fun and interactive
activities.
-VBS is open to all children entering Pre-K-6th
Grade as of September 2014.
-Program Cost for one week: (includes 1 t-shirt
and 1 water bottle) $70
-Program Cost for two weeks: (includes 2 tshirts and 1 water bottle) $115
-Counselor In Training Program – open to 6th
and 7th graders – Cost $25 for 1 week
$40 for 2 weeks
-Additional shirts can be purchased for $8 each.
-Drop off and pick up is in
Msgr. Kirwin Hall
-Drop off is between 8:45-9:00 AM.
-Pick up is between 1:00-1:15 PM.
-Parents must sign their child in and out.
Please be prompt in picking up your
child.
-Each day, children will be provided with a
snack and juice or water.
-At the end of each week long session, parents
are invited to our short musical concert,
which will be held in Msgr. Kirwin Hall
at 9:30 AM.
-Checks and Registration Forms can be
mailed
to or dropped off at:
Church of St. Aidan
505 Willis Avenue
Williston Park, NY 11596
Attn: Stefanie Loewenthal
REGISTRATION FORM
Childs Name: ___________________
Age:______ Date of Birth:__________
Grade as of September 2014:_______
School:_______________________
Home Address:___________________
City: ______________Zip Code:______
Phone Number:___________________
Cell Number:_____________________
E-mail Address:___________________
Emergency Contact
Name:________________________
Relationship:_____________________
Phone Number:___________________
Please Circle:
Week 1: July 28th – August 1st
Week 2: August 4th – 8th
Child’s T-shirt Size
Small Medium Large Extra Large
Note: Children Must Wear Their T-Shirts
EVERYDAY!
Physical Limitations:_______________
Allergies:_________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature
X_______________________________
Any Questions? Contact Stefanie at:
[email protected].
VBS VOLUNTEER APPLICATION
Please PRINT neatly or your application will not be considered.
Please note that not all applicants will be chosen as volunteers.
Name:_____________________________ Age:______ School:________________________
Grade you will be entering in September:_______
Home Address:_________________________ Town:_________________ Zip Code:________
Home Phone Number:___________________ Cell Phone Number:______________________
Email Address:______________________________________________
*** You will be notified by EMAIL ONLY if you are chosen as a volunteer. ***
Allergies:_____________ Emergency Contact Name:_________________
Relationship to you:_________________ Phone Number:____________________
Circle the week(s) you wish to volunteer:
July 28th -August 1st
August 4th-August 8th
*We will try our best to accommodate your request.
Signature:____________________
Today’s Date:________
Saint Aidan Dance Academy Presents: Mommy & Me!
PROGRAM INFORMATION
-$50 (Includes 7 half-hour dance classes, and t-shirt
for child only)
-This program is for girls only
-Girls must be at least 2
-Program is recommended for girls ages 2-3 and
must be accompanied a parent or caregiver.
-Each class will begin and end in a prayer.
-Classes are on Wednesdays 4:30-5:00 PM
-Classes run July 2nd-August 13th.
-Contact Stefanie at
[email protected]
with any additional questions.
REGISTRATION FORM MOMMY & ME
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY.
Child’s Name:____________________________________________________________
Age:_________________________
Grade:_____________________
Date of Birth:_________________________
School:________________________________________________
Home Address:______________________________ City:_________________________
Zip Code:___________
Home Phone:___________________ Cell Phone:________________
E-mail Address:___________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name:_________________________________________________
Relationship to Child:______________________________________________________
Phone Number:_________________________-_______
Class(es) Your Child Will Be Taking:
Class_______________________________ Grade Level__________________________
Day:__________________ Time:__________________
*If you need additional space for more than one class, please attach an extra sheet.
Physical limitations:________________________________________________________
Allergies:________________________________________________________________
*Please send in your completed registration form
with your payment (checks made out to the
Church of Saint Aidan) to the Rectory in an envelope labeled Saint Aidan Dance Academy,
Attn: Stefanie Loewenthal.
Parent/Guardian Signature
X_________________________________________ Today’s Date: ________________
Please send in your completed registration form with your payment (checks made out to
the Church of Saint Aidan) to the Rectory: 505 Willis Avenue, Williston Park NY 11596,
Attn: Stefanie Loewenthal.
PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY
Love — caritas — is an extraordinary force which leads people to opt for courageous and
generous engagement in the field of justice and peace. It is a force that has its origin in
God, Eternal Love and Absolute Truth. Encyclical of Pope Benedict XVI, June 29, 2009.
As Pope Benedict XVI said in his Encyclical, Deus Caritas Est, “Everything has its origin in God's
love, everything is shaped by it, everything is directed towards it. Love is God's greatest gift to humanity; it is his promise and our hope.”
PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE ANY BAGS OF CLOTHING ON THE BACK STEPS OF THE
PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY OFFICE!!!!!!!
FOOD PANTRY: The next monthly food drive will take place July 12th/13th. If
you would like to donate non-perishable food and personal hygiene items, please
bring them to back of church or across the street to the Parish Social Ministry office.
We have a refrigerator for eggs, dairy products and a freezer for ground beef,
chicken cutlets and frozen pizzas. Items for the week are:
peanut butter, toilet tissue and paper towels. We
are also in need of metro cards which we use for
our families through out the year.
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY – Our Prayer Shawl Ministry meets the second
and fourth Monday of each month at 9:45 AM in the Peter and Paul Room of the
Finamore Center to knit or crochet prayer shawls or lap blankets for our sick and
homebound parishioners. New members are always welcome. You need not know
how to knit or crochet. We have talented parishioners who can teach you. The next
meeting will take place on Monday, July 14th . If you cannot be at the anointing
mass and would like to receive one of these shawls or blankets, please contact our office. If you have any questions, please call Parish Social Ministry (516) 746-6585
x9410.
“The only feelings that do not heal are the ones you hide.” Henri Nouwen
PLEASE NOTE: The Parish Social Ministry office is open Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00
PM. Please use the Finamore Parish Center entrance (across from the church on Willis Avenue).
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
ATTENTION ALL VOLUNTEERS: Are you aware that the Diocese of Rockville Centre requires ANYONE IN
ANY MINISTRY TO BE VIRTUS TRAINED AND HAVE A BACKGROUND CHECK? A ministry includes
Catechists to CYO Coaches, Ushers to Liturgical Ministers, and all parish organization members. Check the Virus
Training Schedule and Register Online for a class being offered by several parishes at www.drvc.org.
CONFIRMATION SCHEDULED: Bishop Brennan will administer the Sacrament of Confirmation at St. Aidan’s
on Saturday, October 18, 2014. He will officiate at two Confirmation Liturgies at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. All candidates were notified about their assigned ceremonies.
CONFIRMATION CANDIDATES: All students who are Confirmation candidates for Confirmation 2014 and
2015 should submit any outstanding projects, reflections, and/or service hours to the Religious Education office.
Candidates who need to schedule a test or interview should also contact the Religious Education office as soon as
possible. Students entering Grade 7 this September received letters about getting an early start on their 7 th grade
community service hours.
REGISTRATION FOR THE 2014-2015 SCHOOL YEAR The registration period will soon be ending. Registration packages were mailed to all families who had students enrolled in Religious Education during the past school
year. Parents who will be registering a child for the first time in the program should contact the Religious Education
Office at (516) 746-6585 x9404 for registration materials. A copy of a child’s Baptismal Certificate MUST accompany the registration for any new students. Students will be placed in classes on a first come first served basis so
please register as soon as possible. Registration will remain open until July 15, 2014.
CATECHISTS NEEDED: The Religious Education office is looking for individuals who are willing to serve as
teachers to pass on their Catholic Faith to students enrolled in our program. Prior experience is not necessary. Training is provided. Please give prayerful consideration to answering this call for teachers. For an application or further
information, please call the office at (516) 746-6585 x9404.
SUMMER OFFICE HOURS: The Religious Education office (Upper School, Room 301) is open from 11:00 AM4:00 PM Monday to Friday or by appointment. For information call (516) 746-6585 x9404.
SPECIAL NEEDS CATECHISTS WANTED: Is God tugging at your heart to help? There are wonderful children
waiting for YOU to answer His call. Please consider sharing our Catholic Faith by becoming a Special Needs Catechist for the upcoming school year. No Prior experience is necessary. Training and support will be provided. For
further information, please call (516) 746-6585 x9406.
PARENTS OF 2015 FIRST COMMUNION CHILDREN: Conflict forms have been mailed. Please return them
to the Religious Education office as early as possible.
ATTENTION ALL CATECHISTS: Catechist Training Classes are provided throughout the summer. Each topic
is presented in 2 two hour sessions. Please call the Religious Education Office at (516) 746-6585 x9404 to register
as soon as possible. All sessions will run from 7:15 PM to 9:15PM
Course Dates
July 2nd & July 9th
July 14th & July 21st
July 16th & July 23rd
July 17th & July 24th
July 28th & August 4th
July 30th & August 6th
July 31st & August 7th
August 11th & August 18th
August 13th & August 20th
Day
Wednesday
Monday
Wednesday
Thursday
Monday
Wednesday
Thursday
Monday
Wednesday
Course Title
Getting Started
Methods Grades 1 & 2
Methods Grades 3 & 4
Liturgy and Sacraments
Methods Grades 5 & 6
Methods Grades 7 & 8
Liturgy and Sacraments
Getting Started
Morality
ST. AGNES CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1978-Looking for members of the St.
Agnes Cathedral High School Class of 1978 for a September Reunion. E-mail us at [email protected] or friend one of us on Facebook: Jim Jacaruso, Scott Pfaltz, Patrice Gaynor Galligan or Kelly Thurston.
THE BEGINNING EXPERIENCE-Help for the heartache of divorce, separation, and widowhood. A
weekend away for a lifetime of change. The next weekend is September 5th, 6th and 7th at the Montfort Spiritual Center in Bay Shore. For information and reservations call John at (516) 822-6035, Jim
(718) 474-3779 or Jean at (631) 903-0973.
PROMISE TO PROTECT PLEDGE TO HEAL-If you have been abused or victimized by someone
representing the Catholic Church please believe in the possibility for hope and help and healing. We encourage you to come forward and speak out. Every arch/diocese/eparchy in the United States now has a
victim assistance coordinator who is available to obtain support for your needs, to help you make a formal complaint of abuse to the arch/diocese/eparchy, and to arrange a personal meeting with the bishop or
his representative, if you desire. The victim assistance coordinator for your arch/diocese/eparchy is
Mary McMahon, LCSW, Director at (516) 594-9036.
EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE RESURRECTION-Summer at Resurrection. Tea & Scripture. A
weekly introduction to Sunday’s Scripture Reading starting with the Parables in Matthew’s Gospel. Listen, reflect and share Wednesday afternoons from 4:00-5:00 PM starting July 9th. No preparation is
necessary. Come when you can. Book Study-The Meaning of Mary Magdalene, based on the book by
Cynthia Bourgenault. Read, reflect, share. Wednesday evenings from 7:00-8:30 PM on July 23rd, 30th
and August 6th. Pre-registration appreciated. For information please call Reverend Christina van
Liew, Rector (516) 746-5527 or [email protected].
BUS TRIP TO RESORTS CASINO IN ATLANTIC CITY-There will be a bus trip to Resorts Casino
in Atlantic City on Monday, July 21th hosted by the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary. A bus will
take you from the parking lot of the Williston Park American Legion Post 144, 730 Willis Avenue, Williston Park at 9:00 A.M. to Resorts Casino. You need to be at the parking lot by 8:30 A.M. The cost is
$35.00 with a return of $25.00 in slot credits. Please note that the August 2014 trip will be on Tuesday,
August 19th. After August the trips will be on the third Monday of each month. If you are interested
please contact: Dot Perry (516) 248-9063 or Honey Metzger (516) 742-0084.
PRAYING FOR HEALING THROUGH DEVOTION TO DIVINE MERCY-Saturday, August
16th from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM at the Montfort Spiritual Center, Montfort Missionaries, 26 South Saxon
Avenue, Bay Shore, NY conducted by Paul Miller of the New Jersey Center of Divine Mercy, Newark,
NJ. Mass at 3:30 PM, breakfast and lunch $40.00 for the day. Make checks payable to John Palmer,
107 Rockwood Road, Manhasset, NY 11030. For directions to the center call (516) 666-7500. For reservations please call Dr. Palmer (516) 627-1109. Limited seating.
TABOR RETREAT CENTER, Oceanside, NY-Health and Wholeness Workshop, July 26th from
9:30 AM-5:00 PM. Cost $75.00. At this workshop a team of health care professionals will offer presentations on such topics as stress reduction, sleep issues, menopause and healing through music. Reflexology, Reiki and polarity/mind-body healing will be available through the day at a separate fee of $50 per
private, 45 minute session. For information please call (516) 536-3004.