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Roman Catholic Church of Saint Aidan 505 Willis Avenue, Williston Park, New York 11596 516-746-6585 www.staidanparish.org 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. Fourth Sunday Of Easter April 21, 2013 The mercy of the Lord fills the earth! The Pastoral Staff Rev. Msgr. James M. McDonald, Pastor - ext. 9108 Rev. Kevin Dillon, Associate Pastor - ext. 9105 Rev. Thomas Tassone, Associate Pastor - ext. 9106 Rev. Msgr. Robert J. Kirwin, Pastor Emeritus Deacon Salvatore B. Villani - ext. 9558 Deacon Francis J. Love - ext. 9557 Deacon Joseph Connelly - ext. 9562 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 Mrs. Marie-Elaine Galenskas, Assistant Principal Faith Formation and Spirituality - ext. 9404, 9405 Mr. James F. Corrigan, Director of Faith Formation ext. 9401 Mrs. Elaine Smith, Coordinator Special Needs ext. 9406 Parish Social Ministry - ext. 9408 Mrs. Rosemarie Cavallaro, Director - ext. 9410 Youth Ministry Mr. Stephen Loewenthal, Coordinator - ext. 9403 Pastoral Council - ext. 9592 Members: Toti Conforti, Cathy Frischmann, Brendan Hickey, Cathy Jansen, Larry McGovern, Bonnie Parente 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. FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER MASSES AND SERVICES FOR THE WEEK MONDAY, APRIL 22, 2013 Easter Weekday Acts 11: 1-18; Jn 10: 1-10 6:30 AM Neil De Stefano 9:00 AM Lucy Alberti 12:15 PM Mary Kuzyn 4:00 PM 1st Communion Rehearsal 5:30 PM Lenny Lang (Birthday Rem.) 7:00 PM 1st Communion Rehearsal TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 2013 St. George, Martyr; St. Adalbert, Bishop Martyr Acts 11: 19-26; Jn 10: 22-30 6:30 AM Mary Ann Voulo 9:00 AM Olga Weiman 12:15 PM John Galosich 4:00 PM 1st Communion Rehearsal 5:30 PM Daniel P. Murphy (Birthday Rem.) 7:00 PM 1st Communion Rehearsal WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2013 St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen, Priest/Martyr Acts 12: 24—13: 5a; Jn 12: 44-50 6:30 AM Virginia Langer 9:00 AM Mary Di Fazio (6th Anniversary Rem.) 12:15 PM In Thanksgiving for the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Mary and all the Saints 4:00-5:30 PM New Altar Server Training 5:30 PM Michael J. Fenick, Sr. (2nd Anniversary Rem.) THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2013 St. Mark, Evangelist 1 Pt 5: 5b-14; Mk 16: 15-20 6:30 AM Dominic Salzano 9:00 AM Helen Koller Ints. of Mary & Michael Maye 12:15 PM (50th Anniversary Rem.) 5:30 PM Michael Derby (Birthday Rem.) FRIDAY, APRIL 26, 2013 Easter Weekday Acts 13: 26-33; Jn 14: 1-6 6:30 AM Brendan McCabe 9:00 PM Mary Sloyan (Birthday Rem,) 12:15 PM Anthony N. Dee 5:30 PM Wilfred Dean SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 2013 Easter Weekday Acts 13: 44-52; Jn 14: 7-14 9:00 AM Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Murphy (50th Anniversary Rem.) 11:00 AM First Holy Communion 1:30 PM First Holy Communion 12:30-1:30 PM Confessions Marjorie Emken 5:00 PM Edward Starbird Charles F. Ward MASSES AND SERVICES FOR THE WEEK 5:00 PM Catherine Gannon William Robert Haskinson 7:30 PM Rosalie Riordan SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 2013 Fifth Sunday of Easter Acts 14: 21-27; Rv 21: 1-5a; Jn 13: 31-33a, 34-35 7:30 AM Carmine Famiglietti 9:00 AM Susan Stumpf Martinez (7th Anniversary Rem.) 10:30 AM Anne Schreitmueller (Birthday Rem.) Olivia & John Macedo 12:00 PM Frank C. D’Amato (Birthday Rem.) Howard Hobday Joao Lobato, Sr. (Anniversary Rem.) Mary McCabe Walsh Parishioners of St. Aidan 5:00 PM BANNS OF MARRIAGE FIRST WEEK Teresa Kurz, St. Paul the Apostle, Brookville, NY Christopher Rynkar, St. Aidan Reena Rana, Elmhurst, NY Patrick Andretta, Corpus Christi, Mineola, NY BREAD & WINE MEMORIAL In Loving Memory of MICHAEL LEE Birthday Remembrance Requested by The Lee Family FLOWER MEMORIALS Intentions of EVELYN & JAMES CAHILL 50th Wedding Anniversary Remembrance Requested by Kathleen & Michael Cahill (Sacred Heart Chapel) Visit our website at www.staidanparish.org. April 21, 2013 JUST AS I AM I’ve always had a great deal of respect and admiration for Billy Graham, the Baptist evangelist who has been preaching the Gospel all over the world for more than seventy years. His presentation is clear, direct and is always aimed at a personal turning to Jesus Christ. It is true, of course, that he misses many essential points of the Gospel –especially the Holy Eucharist and other sacraments. Nevertheless, even at his age, he relentlessly pursues souls and confronts people with the saving message of Jesus Christ. He urges them to make a decision for Christ and there is a lot to be said for that! You may recall having seen one of his Crusade telecasts. The message is always very serious and drives home the point that a person has to claim Jesus at his savior. At that point there is an altar call and the huge choir—and it is huge—begins a very emotional rendition of the hymn “Just As I Am.” With that there is a tremendous outpouring of people from the audience (and there are thousands upon thousands in attendance.) These people come to the front and admit that they are sinners and ask for God’s forgiveness. They receive some counseling and some Christian literature and are sent on their way. They are directed to seek a church in their area that will support them as they try to live the Gospel. Pope Francis has been quite clear that the priests of the Church should be concerned with those on the edges or margins of human life—those who just don’t fit in with all the structures of society—the poor, the sick and the marginalized. That is so true. It is also true that there are untold numbers of individuals who are on the edges of the Church. Their lives are spiritually in difficult straits. Somehow or other they have come to the conclusion that they are beyond God’s help or caring. They think that they have gone too far afield and that they are hopeless cases. The truth is that there are no hopeless cases with Christ. No matter what a person has done or not done, there is always Jesus waiting for the ever so slightest sign of repentance. This is a fact of faith that should never be forgotten. There is absolutely no one who has ever turned to Christ for help—absolutely no one—who has ever been refused. The mercy and understanding of God is always there for the asking. The Good Thief made an absolute mess of his life, but in the last moment of play he had the grace and wisdom to ask for help. “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” (Luke: 23:42) The response of Jesus was immediate and definite: “This day you will be with me in paradise.” (Luke 23:43) Christ didn’t stand on ceremony—the thief was totally forgiven and even CONTINUED “canonized” before he got into heaven. Personally, I always liked the expression: The Good Thief stole heaven. Even though the thief never studied theology and was being executed, he knew enough to trust Christ. Jesus Christ is there for everyone. It is up to us to bring the good news of the endless mercy of God to everyone we can. No matter the circumstances or the complexity of the case, the Sacred Heart accepts us if only we will turn to him. There may be complications and things that need to be fixed, but God can take care of all of that. With God all things are possible! This coming Thursday at two in the afternoon His Excellency the Most Reverend Robert Coyle, the pastor of Corpus Christi in Mineola, will be consecrated a bishop at the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC. Bishop Coyle is a man of outstanding talent, intelligence and compassion. He has been a magnificent priest and has served the Catholic Church with dedication and devotion. The Military Archdiocese will be receiving a wonderful gift in this new auxiliary bishop. May Jesus and our Blessed Lady watch over him as he assumes the sacred office of bishop! In Jesus and Mary, Monsignor James M. McDonald LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR The Little Sisters of the Poor will be visiting our Parish next weekend, April 27th/28th. Many of you know the Little Sisters of the Poor in their ministry with the elderly poor. The sisters depend on your generosity to help them provide a safe and comfortable home for the elderly men and women in the Queen of Peace Residence in Queens Village. There the residents are surrounded with love, respect, peace and security until their death. The sisters will be at the doors of the church as you leave Mass to receive your donations. Please be as generous as your means will allow. Paul and Barnabas encountered both violent rejection and joyful acceptance of the message that they preached. We, too, may meet with mixed reactions when we use our gifts in the service of God. But, the Gospel assures us, the reward for those who follow faithfully is eternal life. STEWARDSHIP COLLECTION 04/22/12 $26,530 04/14/13 $26,097 (-1.63%) Thank you for your kind and generous support of our parish! UNITED HEARTS OF JESUS AND MARY Join us for an evening of prayer on Friday, April 26th at 7:30 PM in St. Aidan’s School Cafeteria. Our evening will include Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and Mass. Healing Ministry, Paul Miller. Music by Al Barbarino. Refreshments and fellowship to follow. For information please call Tecky at (516) 655-9755. 2014 MASS BOOK OPENING On Saturday, April 27th from 9:0011:00 AM in the Upper School Finamore Parish Center hallway we will open the 2014 Mass book. Please come early as there will be a First Holy Communion at 11:00 AM in the church and parking might be difficult. We will then reopen the Mass Book on Monday, May 13th in the Rectory office beginning at 10:00 AM. HAVE YOU EVER CONSIDERED BECOMING AN USHER? The Church of St. Aidan is in need of ushers for all Masses especially the 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM Sunday Masses. Men, women and young adults (18 years and older) are welcome to serve in this ministry. For information please call Sal Valente at (646) 529-0851 or (516) 294-0961. Please consider serving our parish in this very important ministry! SPIRITUALITY FOR SINGLES The next meeting for Spirituality for Singles will be held on Saturday, May 4th at 8:30 PM in the Upper School Cafeteria. Our monthly gathering will include discussion, meditation and socialization. A $5.00 donation for snacks, pizza and beverages will be collected. For information please call Ray at (516) 561-6994 or [email protected] SICK: PLEASE PRAY Kevin Mach, Connie Sheehan, Bar bara Ueland, Christine Schifaudo, Peter F. Brala, Christine Lucivero, Frank Maltese, Geoffrey Hamilton, Dylan Crowley, Jenney Malewicz, Louis Malewicz, Cecilia Han, Ardem Schmelke, Austin Wasielewski DECEASED: Florence McLoughlin, Marie Taddeo, Elizabeth Travisano, Richard Brassel, Phil Doria and for all those who have died serving our country. NEW ALTAR SERVER TRAINING Any boy or girl (grades 5th-12th) who would like to become an altar server, please come to the church for training 4:00-5:30 PM on Wednesday, April 24th. Any questions please contact Father Kevin Dillon at (516) 746-6585 x9105. REMEMBERING OUR SERVICEMEN & WOMEN Protect our service men and women, Lord Jesus, as we continue to pray for world peace. CHURCH OF ST. AIDAN MISSION May 11th-15th Living Our Faith With Joy Presented by: Father Daniel Lanahan, OFM Father Lanahan will preach at all Masses the weekend of May 11th/12th. He will preside at one of the daytime Masses (9:00 AM or 12:15 PM-a schedule will be in the bulletin.) He will preach at 7:30 PM Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. MISSION In a time when violence and evil have visited our lives how does the Gospel message of Jesus Christ call us to respond? How is God present to us? How do we live His message of love and reconciliation and at the same time seek justice? How do we find healing for our pain? Day One: Loving God and One Another in the Reality of Today. In the face of violence and injustice it is indeed tempting to abandon our belief in a God of Love. We proclaim that God does indeed hold us in a loving embrace which gives us the strength to carry on as well as the ability to reach out to all those in need. Day Two: Am I forgiven? Can I Forgive Others? In a world that more and more seeks to resolve conflict through retaliation, punishment and violence we proclaim a God who is merciful and always seeks to forgive, and who calls us to be peacemakers by forgiving those who have wronged us, and by accepting His gift of mercy for ourselves. At the same time we must wrestle with the truth that real Peace and reconciliation cannot come about without justice. Day Three: Whole in Body and Soul. In spite of the advances made in medicine and technology suffering and sorrow still afflict the human heart, be it due to sickness, injustice, or the violence that is so rampant in today’s world. We proclaim that through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ people of today will find healing and restoration. We ourselves are called to be healers, to bring the Good News of Jesus into the world around us. BIOGRAPHY– FATHER DANIEL LANAHAN Father Lanahan was raised in Brooklyn, NY and joined the Holy Name Friars at age 20. He was educated in moral theology at the Catholic University of America and received his doctorate from the Alphonsian Institute in Rome. For the first 20 years of his priestly ministry he was involved with the formation of candidates for the priesthood at Christ the King Seminary at St. Bonaventure University and later in East Aurora, NY where he served as president and rector. During his years of seminary work, Father Lanahan conducted many retreats, days of reflection and weekends of prayer. After completing his work in the seminary, Father Lanahan was part of a team ministering to a New Jersey parish for four years. In 1986 he joined the Franciscan Ministry of the Word Parish Renewal Team and in this capacity he conducted numerous retreats and parish missions. He is also the author of When God Says No—The Mystery of Suffering and the Dynamics of Prayer. SAINT AIDAN’S BOOSTER CLUB The Booster Club is administered by The Saint Aidan’s School Board. All proceeds will directly benefit the school. $30 Annual Membership runs September 2012 - August 2013 24 chances to win every month Prizes Weekly 1 winner @ $25 4 winners @ $20 Monthly 1 winner @ $50 2 winners @ $25 Monthly Bonus Prizes $100 in January, February, April, May, July, August, September, October and November $500 in March, June and December March Winners $20 Winners Marie McKeown Rosalie Szoke Doug Wallace Ed Rising Rosanne Mushorn Mr. & Mrs. Bradley Susan Mattei Edward Hajduk $25 Winners Scott & Danny Lenney Louise Cristoforo John Wengenosky $50 Winner: Barbara & Joe Wengler $500 Winner: Lucille Marrin Kevin & Nancy Kiley Margaret Geary Grace M. Klvana Eileen O’Malley Pat Lawless James & Anne Buttafuoco Nance Cosgrave Carmela & Sal Villani Susanne Schultz Maddy & Doug Cegelski Ron & Marge Saporita Winning checks will be mailed within the next 10 days Name _____________________________________ Phone _____________________ Address___________________________________ City, State, Zip________________ E-mail address ___________________________________________________ I would like ______ numbers at $30 each. $________ enclosed Make all checks payable to Saint Aidan’s Booster Club and return to the Rectory. 2013 Catholic Ministries Appeal 2013 CATHOLIC MINISTRIES APPEAL CHURCH OF ST. AIDAN 2013 Goal: $173,000 Pledged: $121,120 # of Gifts: 546 Please help us make our parish goal this year by sending in your donation today. Serving God by Serving Others! PRAYER TO RESTORE RELIGIOUS FREEDOM Lord, protect our religious freedom and give us the courage to stand firm. St. Thomas More, patron of religious freedom pray for us. Supreme Court Decision regarding Defensive Marriage Act to continue. Cuomo’s Third Trimester Abortion Bill needs to be prevented from coming up to a vote in Albany. Continue to call your local representatives. Action Alert go to the USCCB website, go to Issues & Action, Religious Liberty, Your Comment Upcoming Religious Freedom meetings April 22nd 7:30 PM Kirwin Hall NEW Daytime meeting at 9:45 AM in the Convent Community Room on May 6th There are approximately 133 days left to Abortion Bill Mandate August 1, 2013. HERRICKS COMMUNITY PLAYERS present Book by Jerome Lawrence & Robert E. Lee Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman Based on the novel by Patrick Dennis and the play "Auntie Mame" by Lawrence & Lee Show Dates: May 4, 5, 10, 11, 17, 18 & 19 Friday and Saturday @ 8:00 PM, Sunday @ 3:00 PM Herricks Community Center 999 Herricks Road New Hyde Park, NY Tickets: Adults $23 - Senior Citizen/Child $18 Group Rates Available. For information call (516) 742-1926. LIGHTHOUSE CATHOLIC MEDIA Today I want to thank all of you who purchase the great CDs from the Lighthouse and help us to continue to bring these teachings and talks week after week. Thank you for your support and prayers. The importance of this work was never more clear than at this moment in the history of our Church. Right now, the Church stands at a turning point in her long history. Never before have the forces of secularism and unbelief stood so strongly allied against her. But at the same time, never has our need for Christ been clearer. The need for God, for faith, for truth, for love and meaning, are clear today. People long to know who they are and how to live, and we know that Jesus has the answer!! This week we have an excellent CD that will help us to open our eyes and see that our culture is clearly in crisis. “Winning the Culture War” by Dr. Peter Kreeft, shows us who the enemy is and how can the demons of this age be defeated. But to those who hope in the Lord, victory is assured, good triumphs over evil. “The Eucharist, Our Very Life” by Deacon Dr. Bob McDonald will inspire us to thank God for the blessings of the Eucharist. The Deacon explains how God wants us to make the Holy Eucharist the very center of our lives; only Jesus can fill our hunger. Discover the immensity of God’s love revealed by His Real Presence. I urge you to listen to these talks and pass them along to others that needs to learn and understand the truth of our faith Toti Conforti AMERICAN LEGION POST #144 BLOOD DRIVE Tuesday, May 14th 3:00-9:00 PM 730 Willis Avenue, Williston Park, NY Requirements: • Bring ID with signature or photo • Minimum weight 110 lbs • Age 16-75 (16 year olds must have parental permission. Age 76 and over need doctor’s note.) • Eat well (low fat) and drink fluids • No tattoos for past 12 months Please consider donating a pint of blood. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call Brian Dyke at (516) 742-0292. Thank you for your consideration. St. Aidan Rosary Altar Society 70th Communion Breakfast May 5, 2013 St. Aidan Rosary Altar Society will celebrate its 70th Communion Breakfast at the 9:00 AM Mass in St. Aidan Church on Sunday, May 5th followed by breakfast after Mass at the American Legion Hall in Williston Park. Tickets are $22.00 each. Please call Marilyn Wotruba at (516) 248-5236 for reservations and information. Join Fellow St Aidan Parishioners and Friends at Wheatley Hills Golf Club on Monday, May 6, 2013 for The 2013 Annual St. Aidan School Golf Outing (Rain or Shine Event) Brunch/Lunch and check-in begins at 11:00 AM 12:30 PM Shotgun Start $235.00 Per Person Includes 18 holes of golf plus…. Brunch: Scrambled eggs, French toast, bacon, sausage, home fries, mixed greens, tuna salad, grilled hamburgers, sausage and peppers, chicken, hot dogs, corned beef, turkey, and beverages. At the Turn: Hamburgers, hotdogs, and grilled chicken at the turns and on course beverages. Dinner: Open bar, assorted cold salads, marinated sliced steak, BBQ ribs, Stir Fry Station, Pasta Station, dessert and coffee. CADDIES WILL BE AVAILABLE AND ARE NOT PREPAID. THE RATE IS $25 PER PLAYER, AND GRATUITIES FOR GOOD SERVICE ARE CUSTOMARY Dinner & Open Bar will commence immediately following the outing at The WHEATLEY HILLS GOLF CLUB 147 East Williston Ave, East Williston Fill out and return the registration form below as soon as possible with payment to: St. Aidan School 510 Willis Avenue Williston Park, NY 11596 Attn: “Golf Outing” Please make all checks payable to P.A.C.E. Cut here - - - - - - - - - --- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - St. Aidan’s Golf Outing - Reservation Form Please RSVP as soon as possible Name:_____________________________________ Phone: _____________________ Shirt Size: ______ Address:_______________________________________________ E-mail:________________________ Please make____ reservation(s) for Golf at Wheatley Hills Golf Club (18 Holes) at $235.00 per person (includes, golf, breakfast, lunch, dinner and beverages). Please make____ reservation(s) for Dinner only at $100.00 per person Preferred Foursome Please sit me with the following at dinner: 1.___________________ 1.__________________ 5. __________________ 2.___________________ 2.__________________ 6. __________________ 3.___________________ 3.___________________ 7.__________________ 4.____________________ 4.___________________ 8._________________ _____Yes! I would like to donate an item to be raffled off at the dinner Questions? Contact Mary Ellen Testa at [email protected] or (516) 747-1386. . ALL DONATIONS ARE GREATLY APPRECIATED! The success of our fundraising efforts from the 2013 St. Aidan School Golf Outing at the Wheatley Hills Golf Club on May 6th depends on donations and sponsorships. All sponsors will be listed in the dinner program and your donation is tax deductible! Please complete the form below and return it with a check to PACE to : St. Aidan School 510 Willis Ave Williston Park, NY 11596 Attn: Golf Outing If you have any questions please call Mary Ellen Testa at (516) 747-1386 or email her at [email protected] Any contribution you can make to support our school will be greatly appreciated. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~ Yes, I would like to sponsor the following (check the appropriate box): Tournament Sponsor $5,000 Includes two golf foursomes and eight additional dinner guests, & on course signage ____ Please provide names in the foursomes and 8 dinner guests Foursome 1: Foursome 2: Dinner guests: Corporate Sponsor $3000 Includes a golf foursome and four additional dinner guests, & on course signage ____ Please provide names in the foursome and 4 dinner guests Foursome: Dinner guests ____ Associate Corporate Sponsor $2000 Includes a golf twosome, and two additional dinner guests & on course signage Please provide names in the twosome Twosome: _____ Gift Sponsor $1500 Includes on course signage ____ Tee Sign $225 ____ Dinner Sponsor $1500 Includes on course signage _____ Green Sign $225 _____ Lunch Sponsor $1000 Includes on course signage _____ St Aidan Friend $150 _____ Breakfast Sponsor $1000 Includes on course signage _____ Supporter of St. Aidan with a donation of $____ ___ Snack Sponsor $500 Includes on course signage Name ____________________________________ Phone #_______________ E-Mail Address:___________________________ Address ________________________________________________________ Please indicate how you would like your name/organization to be listed in the journal: ________________________________________________________________________________ Junior Catholic Daughters’ 25th Annual Spring Plant Sale Full Flats (48 plants) $18.00 each Half Flats (24) $10.00 Begonias, Vinca (Purple, Pink, White) Marigolds, Lobelia, Portulaca, Petunias, Salvia, Ageratum, Dusty Miller, Coleus, Carpet of Snow 10” Hanging Baskets $18.00 Geraniums, New Guinea Impatiens, Petunias, Lobelia-Fuchsia Pots $4.00 Geraniums, Begonias, New Guinea Impatiens, Wave Petunias ******************************************************** Order Form: Mail with check by: Sunday, April 25, 2013 Name_________________________ Phone #_________________ Address:_______________________________________________ Plant order to include: Amount enclosed $____________________ Plant (s) Name, COLOR and Type (Pot, Flats-Full or Half) 1)_____________________________________________________ 2)_____________________________________________________ 3)_____________________________________________________ Send to: Adele Lamere, 83 Genevieve Court, Amityville, NY 11701. For information call Adele at (631) 608-3104 or (516) 972-0779. FLOWER PICK UP IS ON SATURDAY, MAY 4TH FROM 10:00 AM-12:00 PM AT ANNMARIE FLYNN’S HOUSE, 9 ASTOR PLACE, WILLISTON PARK, NY (516) 873-6818. May 4th Plant Sale Pickup 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Flynn House 9 Astor Place, WP May 5th Bake Sale 9:00 AM-12:30 PM St. Francis Garden (weather permitting); meeting 12:30-2:00 PM Convent Community Room elections June 11th Installation of new officers and new members 7:00 PM in Church. More information to follow. Any questions call Mrs. Lamere at (631) 608-3104 or e-mail [email protected]. APRIL April 20- Steve & Stefanie’s Wedding! Mass at Saint Aidan’s at 1:15 April 21- NO MEETING April 28- Meeting 6-7:30 MAY May 5 - Meeting May 12 - No Meeting May 17 - Bowling Night with Corpus Christi May 19 - Volunteering at Ronald McDonald House May 26 - No Meeting JUNE June 2 - Meeting June 9 - Angelina’s Night June 16 - No Meeting June 23 - Meeting JULY July 13 - White Water Rafting Trip July 22-26 - Volunteering VBS Week 1 July 29-August 2 - Volunteering VBS Week 2 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. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE ANYTHING ON THE BACK STEPS! IF YOU HAVE GENTLY USED CLOTHING, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE BEFORE DROPPING IT OFF. THANK Y FOOD PANTRY: At the present time our food pantry could use meat, frozen vegetables/dinners. 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 is Monday, April 22nd . If you have some yarn to donate, we could really use it. If you have any question please call Parish Social Ministry (516) 746-6585 x9410. PLEASE NOTE: The Parish Social Ministry office is open Monday through Friday 9:00 AM-3:00 PM. Please use the Finamore Parish Center entrance (across from the Church on Willis Avenue). PEANUT BUTTER GANG Thank you everyone who volunteered to make peanut butter sandwiches last Saturday. We made 910 sandwiches. The Gang meets on the second Saturday of every month. Join us if you can. 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 covers Catechists to CYO Coaches, Ushers to Liturgical Ministers, and all parish organization members. Check the Virtus Training schedule and register online for a class being offered by several local parishes at www.drvc.org. Upcoming 1st Communion Celebrations – Almost 200 young people from our parish will be receiving Our Lord Jesus for the first time in the Sacrament of the Most Holy Eucharist over the next three weeks. Beginning next Saturday, April 27th and the following two Saturdays, May 4th and May 11th First Communion Masses will be offered at 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM. We ask our parish members to especially remember these children in prayer for the next few weeks. 1st Communion Rehearsal Reminders – there are two rehearsals held for each 1st Communion Mass; the first at 4:00 PM (for the children ONLY) and the second at 7:00 PM (for the children AND parents). The day/dates of the rehearsals are as follows: For those receiving 1st Communion on Saturday, April 27th at the 11:00 AM Mass the rehearsals will be held on Monday, April 22nd For those receiving 1st Communion on Saturday, April 27th at the 1:30 PM Mass the rehearsals will be held on Tuesday, April 23rd For those receiving 1st Communion on Saturday, May 4th at the 11:00 AM Mass the rehearsals will be held on Monday, April 29th For those receiving 1st Communion on Saturday, May 4th at the 1:30 PM Mass the rehearsals will be held on Tuesday, April 30th For those receiving 1st Communion on Saturday, May 11th at the 11:00 AM Mass the rehearsals will be held on Monday, May 6th For those receiving 1st Communion on Saturday, May 11th at the 1:30 pm Mass the rehearsals will be held on Tuesday, May 7th OFFICE HOURS – The Religious Education office (Upper School, Room 301) is open from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday. THE KNIGHT’S CORNER (Providing information from the Knights of Columbus) Are You Ready to Become a Knight? - 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. Calling Young Catholic Men (aged 10 – 17 years) – You are invited to attend the Columbian Squires Circle meetings of the Knights of Columbus Corpus Christi Council # 2502. The Squires meet the third Wednesday of every month at 7:30 PM in the Fr. Tulley Room (downstairs) at the Council Hall at 186 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 15th. Why not stop in, have some fun, make new friends and learn about the Squires. Hall Rental – Big parties or small, the Corpus Christi Council Hall is available for rental. For information call Tom at (516) 746-8643. Get in shape this summer at St. Aidan’s Exercise, Nutrition and Self Improvement Boot Camp Classes will be held 10:30 AM-12:30 PM Kirwin Hall June 24th-29th Open to Boys and Girls Grades 8th through 12th (September 2013) Cost: $50 per person (includes water and snack every day) For information call Father Kevin Dillon (516) 746-6585 x9105. New This Summer: Pre-K Program and Counselor In Training (C.I.T) Program Open to: Children entering grades Pre-K - 7th as of September 2013 Week 1: July 22nd-July 26th Week 2: July 29th-August 2nd Time: 8:45 AM-1:00 PM for campers in K-7th 9:30 AM-12:00 PM Pre-K Campers only Drop-off in Msgr. Kirwin Hall between 8:45-9:00 AM-pickup between 1:00-1:15 PM. Each week-long program is different and filled with fun activities! Program Cost for one week: (includes 1 t-shirt and 1 water bottle) $70 Program Cost for two weeks: (includes 2 t-shirts and 1 water bottle) $115. For more information, contact the Office of Youth Ministry at (516) 746-6585 x9403 or [email protected] or Stefanie at [email protected]. SAINT AIDAN ART PROGRAM SUMMER 2013 Open to all children entering Nursery - 6th Grade as of September 2013 The Art program will be running for one two week-long session from: Monday, July 1, 2013 through Friday, July 12, 2013. Msgr. Kirwin Hall Program Cost:$90 (includes 1 t-shirt and art show) Class Schedule: 9:00-10:00 “Mommy and Me” Nursery, Pre –K, K 10:00-11:00 1st, 2nd, 3rd 11:00-12:00 4th, 5th, 6th Any Questions please contact Steve at (516)746-6585 x9403 or [email protected] or Jennifer Jones – Art Teacher at [email protected]. REGISTRATION FORMS FOR ALL CAMPS CAN BE PICKED UP AT THE RECTORY OFFICE. 2013 Saint Aidan Vacation Bible Camp Volunteer Application Everything is Possible with God. -Mark 10:27 Return to the Rectory Attn: Steve Loewenthal or Stefanie Henn (Print Neatly, if I cannot read your handwriting, your application will not be considered) Name:___________________________ Age:_______ Address:_________________________ ________________________________ Phone #:_____________________ Email:________________________ Emergency Contact:_____________________ Relationship:_________ Emergency Contact Number:_____________________ Circle which session you are interested in volunteering for: Week 1: July 22 – July 26 or Week 2: July 29 – August 2 Known Conflicts:____________________________________________ How many years have you volunteered at VBC before? _________ Why do you want to volunteer at VBC? ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ***Preference will be given to qualified applicants. Only a limited number of volunteers are needed for each week of Vacation Bible Camp. Not all applicants will be chosen as volunteers. You will be notified by phone. Return to the Rectory Attn: Steve Loewenthal or Stefanie Henn I __________________________ agree to be present from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM each day of camp I am volunteering for. On the first day of each session (Monday), volunteers must arrive to Monsignor Kirwin Hall at 7:30 AM, for assignments and t-shirt distribution. I know that it is my responsibility to sign in and sign out each day of Vacation Bible Camp. I understand that it is my responsibility to notify either Stephen Loewenthal or Stefanie Henn, the co-directors of Vacation Bible Camp, of any conflicts with volunteering. I understand that I am a role model for the campers and will behave accordingly. I understand that I will be supervising younger children and therefore will not be texting or talking on a cell-phone during camp hours. I will wear the Vacation Bible Camp T-shirt each day of camp. By signing this contract I agree to all that is stated in the above paragraph. Signature:____________________________ Date:_______________ Volunteer Information Everything is Possible with God. -Mark 10:27 Volunteer T-shirts will be distributed during our morning Volunteer meeting on the first day of each session. Volunteers for one session will receive one T-shirt, Volunteers for both sessions will receive two T-shirts. Volunteer T-shirt must be worn each day of Vacation Bible Camp. On the first day of each session (Monday), there is a MANDATORY Volunteer Meeting at 7:30A.M. Volunteers are required to be at Vacation Bible Camp from 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Volunteer selection will not take place until June. Interviews may be requested of volunteers. Not all volunteers will be selected, due to limited number of volunteers needed. Any questions please contact Steve or Stefanie at the Office of Youth Ministry at (516) 746-6585 x9403 or at [email protected]. Religion and Rock-Tune into “Religion and Rock” with Msgr. Jim Vlaun on Sunday from 7:00-8:00 AM on WBAB 102.3 FM or 95.3 on the East End of Long Island. Listen on Saturdays at 11:00 PM on Sirius Radio Channel 159, the Catholic Channel and at 11:00 PM on XM Satellite Channel 117. You can visit us anytime to listen or download a show at www.religionandrock.com. or “Religion & Rock” on Tunes. For more information about our television shows go to www.TelecareTV.org. or, for more information, please call (516) 538-8704. Chaminade HS, Mineola, NY-Academic Summer Camps are being offered for boys and girls entering 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th grades from July 8th-12th: Science Camp, Civil War Camp, Writing Workshops, Theatre Workshops, Long Island Culture Camp. Cost: $350. For information call (516) 742-5555 x522 or email [email protected]. Project Rachel Hope and Healing After Abortion Loss-Project Rachel is the official outreach of the Catholic Church to those who are suffering abortion loss. A network of specially trained caregivers including clergy, counselors and volunteers are available to help minister to those in need. For information please call (888) 4564673 or go to the website at hopeafterabortion.com. The Clark Botanic Garden Auxiliary-The 44th Annual Spring Plant Sale will be held on Thursday and Friday, May 9th and 10th from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM (193 I.U. Willets Road, Albertson, NY (516) 484-2208, website www.clarkbotanic.org. Free admission-rain or shine. Just in time for Mother’s Day. Annuals, Perennials, Herbs, Shrubs, Hanging Baskets and Vegetables. Featuring: Attic Treasures, Garden Gift Shop, Art Show, Café (sandwiches and home-made cakes) Bioferm for sale - “Black Gold” for your garden. National Alliance on Mental Illness-Walking for Mental Health, Saturday, May 11th, E i s e n h o w e r P a r k , Peach/Pear Picnic Area-check in 9:00 AM-start 10:00 AM. Register to walk at www.namiwalks.org/ longislandqueens or call (516) 326-0797 or email [email protected] for more information. Changing Minds...One Step At A Time! Harvest Houses, Syosset, NY-Harvest Houses, directed by the Sisters of St. Dominic, are non-profit, nonsectarian residences for independent elders. Not a nursing home, not an assisted living, not a large apartment complex but a small family-like environment offering security, companionship and it is affordable. Come and see! Open House April 28th from 1:00-3:00 PM at 235 Cold Spring Road, Syosset and May 5th from 1:00-3:00 PM at 33 Flower Avenue, Floral Park. For information please call Sister Jeanne A. Brendel, OP at (516) 4969796. Holy Spirit Parish, New Hyde Park, NY-The Holy Spirit Rosary Altar Society will hold a Plant and Cake Sale on Saturday, May 4th from 3:30-6:30 PM and again on Sunday, May 5th from 8:30 AM-2:00 PM. It will be held in the Parish Center in Martin Hall, 16 South 6th Street, New Hyde Park. Delicious home baked cakes, cookies, cupcakes, etc. will be available as well as beautiful plants and hanging baskets. There will also be raffles for baskets of cheer. We invite everyone to come and join us for some spring fun. For more details call (516) 775-6466. Our Lady of the Island, Manorville, NY-Fatima Day will be held on May 13th. The Triumph, The Battle has Begun...Which Side Are You On? Two years in the making, The Triumph is a documentary film directed by Sean Bloomfield (founder of Queen of Peace Productions) and produced by Zaid Jazrawi. The Triumph features a rare glimpse into the life of the visionary Mirjana, who was chosen by our Lady to release the ten prophetic secrets of Medjugorje to the world. A powerful new Medjugorje film. 10:00 AM Stations of the Cross, 11:30 AM Holy Mass, 12:30 PM Lunch, 1:30 PM The Triumph-powerful movie and 3:00 PM Benediction.
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