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Roman Catholic Church of Saint Aidan
505 Willis Avenue, Williston Park, New York 11596
516-746-6585
www.staidanparish.org
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.
Second Sunday of Advent
December 8, 2013
Hail, Full of Grace
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.
Second Sunday of Advent
MASSES AND SERVICES FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2013
The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Gn 3: 9-15, 20; Eph 1: 3-6, 11-12; Lk 1: 26-38
6:30 AM
Parishioners of St. Aidan
9:00 AM
John D. Reardon (9th Anniversary Rem.)
11:00 AM
Latin Mass
12:15 PM
Antonino Asaro
5:30 PM
George Fuchs (9th Anniversary Rem.)
7:30 PM
Bernard McArdle (1st Anniversary Rem.)
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2013
Advent Weekday
Is 40: 1-11; Mt 18: 12-14
6:30 AM
Jackie Russotto
9:00 AM
Wayne Bayliss
12:15 PM
Elizabeth Coffey
4:00 PM
Christmas Pageant Rehearsal
5:30 PM
Ints. Ron & Rosemary DiGangi
(41st Wedding Anniversary)
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2013
St. Damasus I, Pope
Is 40: 25-31; Mt 11: 28-30
6:30 AM
Dorothy Clossick-Moran
9:00 AM
Dcd. Mbrs. of Ahlstrom Family
12:15 PM
Anne Marie Monroe
5:30 PM
Julius Dutkowsky
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2013
Our Lady of Guadalupe
Zec 2: 14-17 or Rv 11: 19a; 12: 1-6a, 10ab; Lk 1: 26-38
or 1: 39-47
6:30 AM
Mary Ebel (Birthday Rem.)
9:00 AM
Diane Villa (Birthday Rem.)
12:15 PM
Bernice Rossi
5:30 PM
Richard Brassel
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2013
St. Lucy, Virgin/Martyr
Is 48: 17-19; Mt 11: 16-19
6:30 AM
Eleanore I. Barry
9:00 AM
Vita Maria Mossa (Birthday Rem.)
12:15 PM
Ints. of St. Aidan’s Priests & Staff
5:30 PM
Rose & Arthur La Barbera
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2013
St. John of the Cross, Priest/Doctor of the Church
Sir: 48: 1-4, 9-11; Mt 17: 9a, 10-13
9:00 AM
Robert Vitale (Birthday Rem.)
12:30-1:30 PM Confessions
5:00 PM
Bernard McArdle (1st Anniversary Rem.)
Christine Regonini
Helen Kroner
Evelyn Kousakos
Eugene P. Bambrick
7:30 PM
Dcd. Mbrs. of Di Re Family
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2013
Third Sunday of Advent
Is 35: 1-6a, 10; Jas 5: 7-10; Mt 11: 2-11
7:30 AM
Mayce Connelly Family
MASSES AND SERVICES FOR THE WEEK
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
3:00 PM
5:00 PM
6:45 PM
Francis X. Murphy (8th Anniversary Rem.)
Machado Family
Denis Barry (9th Anniversary Rem.)
Daniel Steiniger (1st Anniversary Rem.)
Robert James Lovdahl
Donald Miller
Angela Papale White
Christmas Concert
Parishioners of St. Aidan
Christmas Pageant
Over the years a popular practice has
developed of naming each Advent
candle.
FIRST ADVENT CANDLE
Profit Candle, which symbolizes HOPE.
In Loving Memory of
HUMBERTO & EDITH SARMIENTO
Requested by M. Isabel Friedman
SECOND ADVENT CANDLE
Bethlehem Candle, which symbolizes Faith or
Preparation as people prepare for the coming
of Jesus.
In Remembrance of My Loving Wife
FLORENCE MARY SIMBLETT
BANNS OF MARRIAGE
FIRST WEEK
Lauren Reiff, St. Aidan
Garrett Boos, Miller Place, NY
December 8, 2013
I WOULD LIKE TO MEET BILL KELLER
I must admit that I am an inveterate reader of the New York Times and have been
since I have been a child. It was a staple in our home along with the Brooklyn
Eagle. Now with the IPad, I can peruse the paper even before I get out of bed.
What’s more, with a click I can save any article I choose. This past week I was intrigued, and I must say amused, to read an article by one Bill Keller. It was all
about a married priesthood and what a wonderful idea he thought that would be
for the Church. This is hardly a new concept and it has been making the rounds
for centuries. Everybody (or at least almost everybody) understands that celibacy
is a discipline of the Church and can be changed by any Pope.
As a matter of fact, we already have married priests in the Eastern Rites of the
Catholic Church and there are Anglican ministers who have converted and were
ordained Catholic priests. There are also some other married Protestant ministers
who have converted and become priests. Incidentally, way back in 1956, Pope
Pius XII permitted a Lutheran minister who was married to be ordained a
priest after his conversion. You may well recall that the first Pope, St. Peter,
was married. We know that because Jesus cured his mother-in-law of a fever.
(Luke 4: 38-39) The point is there is nothing new here. Nevertheless, this article
took up half the Op Ed page!
The New York Times understands that the Catholic Church is interesting –
even to its enemies and antagonists. Bill Keller himself readily admits that he
left the Catholic Church, but he doesn’t say why. He tells us that he went to
Catholic school and very much admired his eight grade nun, Sister Mary Robert.
She subsequently left the Convent and married a priest. One thing that Bill Keller
said was so true—even though he left the Church, he is still very much interested in
what is going on in the Church. He just can’t get away from the Church totally. He
compares his situation to that of a person who gives up his citizenship but still
wants to know what is going on in the home country. He is not alone! In this country there is an unending fascination with the Catholic Church and Her teachings
and policies. And everybody loves Pope Francis! Many mistakenly believe (and
perhaps hope) that he will overturn former teachings and get with their
agenda. They couldn’t be more wrong. If you have any doubts, just go online and
read his magnificent Apostolic Exhortation, Evangelii Gaudium (The Joy of
the Gospel.) The language is easy and readily understood.
I may be wrong, but I have an idea why Bill Keller is so interested in the
Catholic Church. I think it has to do with the Sacrament of Baptism and the
indelible mark that was placed on his immortal soul as an infant. In his heart of
hearts, I suspect, he longs for the joy of loving Christ and the peace and joy of the sacraments.
That never quite goes away and that explains why there are so many death bed conversions. I
would really like to meet Bill Keller and have a chat—I won’t, but I will pray for him and hope he
returns to the Church he loved so much in the eight grade. Maybe you’ll join me in saying a prayer
for him. Like all the others who have left the Church, he would find a warm and loving welcome.
In Jesus and Mary,
Monsignor James M. McDonald
We must be good stewards of God’s gifts to us, receiving them gratefully and cultivating them
with care lest we be the ones about whom John the Baptist speaks today: “Every tree that does
not bear good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.”
STEWARDSHIP COLLECTION
12/02/12
$31,556
12/01/13
$34,063 (+7.94%)
THANKSGIVING
11/22/12
$ 6,687
11/28/13
$ 5,824 (-12.91%)
LONG ISLAND CATHOLIC
12/02/12
$ 6,404
12/01/13
$ 5,229 (-18.35%)
Thank you for your kind and generous support of our parish!
PLEASE PRAY
SICK: Barbara Ueland, Christine Schifaudo, Peter F. Brala, Christine Lucivero,
Geoffrey Hamilton, Jenny Malewicz, Louis Malewicz, Marianne Cusmano,
Cecilia Han, Geraldo Peixoto, Kimberly Holmes, Father Brian Dalton, Stacy
Test, Owen Hogan, Pat Laughlin, Frank Ferrante, Matthew Blennau, Savitri Ann
Persaud
DECEASED: Barbara Brady, Helene Piechowiak, Emily Moniodes, Albina Segreti, Geraldine
Rega, Birthe Jakobsen and for all those who have died serving our country.
U.S. Bishops Issue ‘Special Message’ on
HHS Mandate at Conclusion of General Assembly
November 13, 2013
WASHINGTON—The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) issued a “Special
Message” at the conclusion of their fall General Assembly, November 13, in Baltimore.
USCCB regulations regarding statements and publications define a Special Message as a
statement, only issued at general meetings, that the general membership considers appropriate in view of the circumstances at the time. The message was passed unanimously.
Full text of the Special Message follows:
Special Message from the Bishops of the United States
The bishops of this country have just concluded their traditional fall meeting in Baltimore
and have spent time on issues important to them and their people: help to those suffering
from Typhoon Haiyan; an update on the situation in Haiti; matters of worship and teaching;
service to the poor; and comprehensive immigration reform. Among those priorities is the
protection of religious freedom, especially as threatened by the HHS mandate.
Pope Francis has reminded us that “In the context of society, there is only one thing which
the Church quite clearly demands: the freedom to proclaim the Gospel in its entirety, even
when it runs counter to the world, even when it goes against the tide.”
We stand together as pastors charged with proclaiming the Gospel in its entirety. That
Gospel calls us to feed the poor, heal the sick, and educate the young, and in so doing witness to our faith in its fullness. Our great ministries of service and our clergy, religious sisters and brothers, and lay faithful, especially those involved in Church apostolates, strive to
answer this call every day, and the Constitution and the law protect our freedom to do so.
Yet with its coercive HHS mandate, the government is refusing to uphold its obligation to
respect the rights of religious believers. Beginning in March 2012, in United for Religious
Freedom, we identified three basic problems with the HHS mandate: it establishes a false
architecture of religious liberty that excludes our ministries and so reduces freedom of religion to freedom of worship; it compels our ministries to participate in providing employees
with abortifacient drugs and devices, sterilization, and contraception, which violates our
deeply-held beliefs; and it compels our faithful people in business to act against our teachings, failing to provide them any exemption at all.
(continued)
Despite our repeated efforts to work and dialogue toward a solution, those problems
remain. Not only does the mandate undermine our ministries’ ability to witness to our
faith, which is their core mission, but the penalties it imposes also lay a great burden
on those ministries, threatening their very ability to survive and to serve the many
who rely on their care.
The current impasse is all the more frustrating because the Catholic Church has long
been a leading provider of, and advocate for, accessible, life-affirming health care.
We would have preferred to spend these recent past years working toward this
shared goal instead of resisting this intrusion into our religious liberty. We have been
forced to devote time and resources to a conflict we did not start nor seek.
As the government’s implementation of the mandate against us approaches, we
bishops stand united in our resolve to resist this heavy burden and protect our religious freedom. Even as each bishop struggles to address the mandate, together we
are striving to develop alternate avenues of response to this difficult situation. We
seek to answer the Gospel call to serve our neighbors, meet our obligation to provide
our people with just health insurance, protect our religious freedom, and not be coerced to violate our consciences. We remain grateful for the unity we share in this
endeavor with Americans of all other faiths, and even with those of no faith at all. It is
our hope that our ministries and lay faithful will be able to continue providing insurance in a manner consistent with the faith of our Church. We will continue our efforts
in Congress and especially with the promising initiatives in the courts to protect the
religious freedom that ensures our ability to fulfill the Gospel by serving the common
good.
This resolve is particularly providential on this feast of the patroness of immigrants,
St. Frances Xavier Cabrini. She was a brave woman who brought the full vigor of her
deep religious faith to the service of the sick, the poor, children, the elderly, and the
immigrant. We count on her intercession, as united we obey the command of Jesus
to serve the least of our brothers and sisters.
--Keywords: USCCB, U.S. bishops, U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, Special
Message, General Assembly, Baltimore, HHS Mandate, religious liberty, health insurance, ministries
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MONDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2013
is the
Feast of the Immaculate Conception,
NOT A HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION
THIS YEAR.
The following are the Masses
for the Feast Day.
Monday, December 9, 2013
6:30, 9:00 , 11:00 AM (Latin Mass) 12:15,
5:30 and 7:30 PM
NATIONAL NIGHT OF PRAYER FOR LIFE
The Church of St. Aidan will hold Adoration for the National Night of Prayer for Life
on Sunday, December 8th from 6:00-10:00 PM in the church. All are encouraged to
attend to pray for an end to abortion and to restore God’s blessings of Life, Liberty
and Faith in America.
CHRISTMAS CUSTOMS REVISITED
In Slavic countries there are many customs connected with the celebration of the Christ Child’s
birth. One such tradition is the breaking of Oplatek or Christmas wafer. The wafer, which looks
much like unconsecrated communion bread, is traditionally broken at grace before the Christmas
Eve meal. If you are interested in making the tradition part of your Christmas celebration, please
purchase an Oplatek at the Rectory office ($2.00 donation).
ALTAR CLEAN-UP
The annual altar clean-up will be held on December 13th after the 9:00 AM
Mass. Many hands make light work! All are welcome to help.
SPIRITUALITY FOR SINGLES ANNUAL
CHRISTMAS PARTY AND DANCE
The Annual Spirituality for Singles Christmas Party will be held on Saturday,
December 14th from 8:30 PM to 12 midnight in Msgr. Kirwin Hall. Hot buffet, wine & beverages, dessert, DJ and dancing all evening. All singles ages 28+ are
welcome. Cost: $25.00 per person. For information please call (516) 561-6994 or
[email protected].
Come and enjoy the real
meaning of Christmas at the
Sixth Annual
Christmas Pageant
Sunday, December 15, 2013
Church 6:45 PM
Come see our children bring
Christmas to life!
HOLY NAME SOCIETY CHRISTMAS PARTY
St. Aidan’s Holy Name Society will be having their annual Christmas Party in Kirwin Hall on December 11th from 7:00-11:00 PM.
All Holy Name members and their significant other are invited.
There will be food, beverages and dessert. Cost: $13 person, $25.00 a couple.
Please make all checks payable to the Holy Name Society. Please leave
your reservations at St. Aidan’s Rectory. For more information please call
Bill Casey at (516) 248-5908, Doug Wallace (516) 294-1150 or Colin Dorney
(516) 746-3987. All reservations must be in no later than December 3rd.
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HOLY NAME SOCIETY CHRISTMAS PARTY
Name_______________________ Telephone #______________
# of people attending__________ Amount enclosed $_____
Make all checks payable to the Holy Name Society.
ST. AIDAN SCHOOL REGISTRATION
FOR SEPTEMBER 2014
Phone Number (516) 746-6585 x9202 or x9302
Registration of new applicants wishing to attend St. Aidan School in
September 2014 will take place as follows:
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Nursery (3 year olds) – West Campus Building
9:00-10:15 A.M. for Parishioners
10:30-11:30 A.M. for Non-parishioners
Tuesday, December 10, 2013
Pre-Kindergarten (4 year olds)
West Campus Building
8:45-9:45 AM for Parishioners
10:00-11:00 AM for Non-parishioners
Re-registration of our present Nursery students returning for Pre-K will be completed through the mail.
Information will be forwarded to you through school.
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Kindergarten and Grade 1 – West Campus Building
9:00-10:00 A.M. for Parishioners
10:15-11:15 A.M. for Non-parishioners
Re-registration of our present Pre-K students returning for Kindergarten will be completed through the mail.
Information will be forwarded to you through school.
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Grades 2-3 West Campus Building and Grades 4-8 East Campus Building
9:00-10:00 A.M. for Parishioners
10:15-11:15 A.M. for Non-parishioners
Parents who are unable to make the scheduled registration times, should call
office for an appointment.
Preference is given to those presently enrolled in our school and to students who
have siblings in St. Aidan School. The following items are required for all new applicants at registration: copies of birth and Baptismal certificates (will not be returned), all immunization and health records, social security number and your parish
envelope number. There will be a non-refundable fee of $150 per family for all
registrants. The age cut-off date for all grades is November 30th. This registration is an application process only. Applications will be reviewed thoroughly and
you will be notified as to the status of your child’s acceptance into our school.
2013 CHRISTMAS MEMORIALS
The following is a listing of the items that will be available for the 2013 Christmas seasons. Please check the
item(s) you would like to donate. Reason for donation (Ex. In Memory of, Family Name, Christmas Greetings,
etc.).
____7 Red Candles & Greens for Windowsills in church
___ @ $75.00 Each
$______
Inscription_____________________________________________________________________
____ 1 Large Wreath Upper School
___ @ $200.00
$______
Inscription____________________________________________________________________
___ Evergreen Roping for Church Entrances and Choir Loft
___ @ $200.00 $______
Inscription______________________________________________________________
If you would like to donate an item please complete this form and send to the Rectory office with
payment as soon as possible. Please make all checks payable to:
Church of Saint Aidan.
For information please call (516) 746-6585 x9101.
Name_____________________________________ Telephone #__________________
All donations will be published in t e Bulletin.
□ Yes □ No Please indicate if you would like your name to appear in the bulletin with
your donation.
Amount Enclosed $________________ □ Cash □ Check #_________
REMEMBERING OUR
SERVICE MEN & WOMEN
Protect our service men and women, Lord Jesus,
as we continue to pray for world peace.
PEANUT BUTTER GANG
Join us on Saturday, December 14th at 8:15 AM 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 email 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, a jar of jelly, and at least 2 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).
FLOWER MEMORIAL
In Loving Memory of
VIRGINIA M. CLARKE
Birthday Remembrance
(Mary’s Shrine)
VILLAGE OF WILLISTON PARK CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING
The Village of Williston Park CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING will be held on Sunday
December 8th at 6:00 PM in front of Village Hall. All are welcome to attend and join the
local Girl and Boy Scouts sing Christmas Carols, accompanied by local school musicians.
Santa will arrive by WPFD Fire Truck and will have treats for all kids. Hot coco will be
served by the Recreation Committee. Following the tree lighting, Santa will arrive and
then visit the Village streets on the fire truck.
REMINDER FOR OPERATION SANTA: Families who are expecting a visit
from Santa Claus can insure his prompt arrival by displaying their house number
prominently. Large numbers printed on cardboard and taped to the front door and
a well lighted front entrance will help Santa find the houses where he is expected.
Please leave all gifts on your front step for Santa to deliver when he arrives at your
home on Tuesday, December 24th. If you would like a visit from Santa please
call (516) 746-2193 the week of Monday December 16th-Friday, December
20th 9:00 AM-3:00 PM only.
Santa Volunteers are needed to visit local children’s homes and deliver gifts left on their front steps.
Volunteer Santas will meet at the Village Hall on Tuesday, December 24th by 5:00 PM. This is a long
time tradition in Williston Park and the children love their visits from our Santas! We have extra Santa
suits and welcome all to assist with driving also. Please email or call Colleen at Village Hall if you are
interested in volunteering a few hours of your time. The more the merrier and we will all be home faster
to our own celebrations. If you would like to volunteer please email
[email protected].
CATHOLICS FOR FREEDOM OF RELIGION
You are all invited to a special Mass being offered on December 16th at 7:30
PM in the church here at St. Aidan. It is being offered in Thanksgiving for all
we have accomplished as Catholics for Freedom of Religion and asking for the
gifts of Wisdom and Perseverance as we stand with the Bishops to protect our
religious freedom.
……..… “As the government’s implementation of the HHS mandate against us
approaches, we bishops stand united in our resolve to resist this heavy burden
and protect our religious freedom……..”
Remember the HHS mandate to affect us on January 1, 2014. Refreshments and fellowship will follow the Mass in Kirwin Hall. All are welcome!
THE KNIGHT’S CORNER
(Providing information from the Knights of Columbus)
POPE ADDRESSES KNIGHTS – In a recent address (10 Oct. 2013) to the Board of Directors
of the Knights of Columbus, Pope Francis said, “I wish to express my gratitude for the unfailing
support in which your Order has always given to the works of the Holy See. This support finds
particular expression in the Vicarius Christi Fund, which is an eloquent sign of your solidarity
with the Successor of Peter in his concern for the universal Church, but it is also seen in the daily
prayers, sacrifices and apostolic works of so many Knights in their local Councils, their parishes and their communities. May prayer, witness to the faith and concern for our brothers and sisters in need always be the three pillars supporting your work both individually and corporately. In fidelity to the vision of the Venerable Michael J. McGivney,
may you continue to seek new ways of being a leaven of the Gospel and a force for the spiritual renewal of society. As the present Year of Faith draws to a close, I commend all of you in a special way to the intercession of Saint
Joseph, the protector of the Holy Father of Nazareth, who is an admirable model of those manly virtues of quiet
strength, integrity and fidelity which the Knights of Columbus are committed in preserving, cultivating and passing on
to future generations of Catholic men.”
KEEP CHRIST IN CHRISTMAS – Corpus Christi Council has several “Keep Christ in Christmas” items available
to show your belief in the real meaning of this Holy Season. Items available include lawn signs ($9), car magnets ($4
ea or 3 for $10) and buttons ($1 each or 5 for $4). For further details or to purchase any of the items contact Jim Corrigan at the Religious Education office at (516) 746-6585 x9401 or at home (516) 326-2443.
WATCH SPORTING EVENTS – The Knights of Columbus Lounge (186 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola -lower level)
is open Monday – Friday evening at 7:30 PM and Sunday afternoons during football season, and has large flat screen
TVs for your watching pleasure and reasonably priced beverages.
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.
HALL RENTAL – Big parties or small, the Corpus Christi Council Hall is available for rental. For information call
Tom at (516) 746-8643.
CATHOLIC
MINISTRIES
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Thank you for your generous support of the
2013 Catholic Ministries Appeal.
Please remember that any new pledges must be received
by December 31st, 2013 and current pledges must be paid
by January 31st, 2014 for the 2013 Appeal.
Completing your 2013 pledge ensures that our Parish
will benefit by receiving the full rebate.
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LIGHTHOUSE CATHOLIC MEDIA
This year we celebrate the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception on
Monday, December 9th, since the second Sunday of Advent takes precedence over the feast day. The Feast Day of the Immaculate Conception, as
all doctrine that deals with Mary, is centered on her motherhood, on her as Mother of
God. Without Mary, salvation would never have occurred. The angel greets her “Hail full
of grace! The Lord is with you.” What could this mean? that Mary was conceived without sin, that her conception was immaculate, and that is what we celebrate. Mary is
unique, God preserved her, Mary never committed a sin, she was full of grace.
It is most appropriate to celebrate this Feast Day during Advent as we prepare for His
birth and await His second coming. The Incarnation, Redemption, and Salvation are possible through Mary’s YES! “May it be done to me according to your word.” Mary shows
us through her obedience how to be holy, as God wants for all of us. May we have a true
devotion to Mary, and she will lead us to her Son, Jesus Christ, and we would make her
words our own “Behold I am the servant of the Lord. May it be done to me according to
your word.”
“The Mystery of Christmas, God becomes Man” by Father Larry Richards. In this inspiring talk, Fr. Richards illuminates how the true joy of Christmas is found in the greatest gift ever given- the gift of Jesus Christ to the whole world. With humor, compassion,
and clarity, Fr. Larry gets to heart of the true meaning of Christmas and helps us to better
appreciate the immensity of God’s love for us, His children.
“Love Hurts. The True Meaning Behind Redemptive Suffering” by Matthew Leonard. In this presentation, Matthew Leonard focuses on the new idea of love proclaimed
by Christ and how it gives meaning to human suffering, penance. By looking at these issues we will discover the secret of how we can “Rejoice in the Lord always!” no matter
what happens.
Again, stop by the kiosks and gets copies of these new CDs for you to listen to and to
give away to the many souls that need to share these talks. You will be spreading God’s
seeds of knowledge to those who would not otherwise be able to have them.
Since the Christmas season is upon us, consider our CDs as part of your gift list. It is a
tremendous way to evangelize to so many needed souls. The very inexpensive cost, only
$3.00 a copy, makes it affordable!
Toti Conforti
Don’t Miss the
Catholic Daughters
2013 Christmas Party
Tuesday, December 10, 2013
Meeting at 6:30 , Party at 7:00 PM
$25 per person
Msgr. Kirwin Hall
● Enjoy a delicious dinner while sipping wonderful
wine with fabulous friends!
● Participate in the Ornament Grab Bag, by
bringing a wrapped ornament
● Join in the “Elf” game, by bringing a small
wrapped gift
● Win fabulous raffles made by some of
our talented members
● Want to Donate a Raffle?, call Helene or Mary
Mail or Drop off Reservations by December 2nd to:
Helene Pacher, 174 Primrose Road
Williston Park, NY 11596
Name_______________________________
Any questions call or email
Email_______________________________
Helene Pacher (516) 294-3104
Phone_______________________________
Mary O’Hara at (516) 742-1940
Amount Enclosed $______
[email protected] or
[email protected]
(Make Check Payable to CDA, Court St. Aidan)
…and just what are you doing on December 31, 2013?
Come be a part of something special!
Annual St. Aidan Parish
New Year’s Eve Party
Msgr. Kirwin Hall
8:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Chairpersons: Peggy & Charlie Karazia
Outstanding music by Steve Griffin
*soda*beer* wine*sandwiches*salads*cookies*coffee* tea*chips*
Champagne for toasting*warm atmosphere*
fun evening*welcome in the New Year with friendsall this for only $35.00 per person. Cut off date: December 20th.
Tickets/Reservations: Please make all checks payable to
St. Aidan Church
or call: Mary Lou Grady 484-1748
Please contact the above if you would like to
be a part of the committee. We need and welcome your help.
Remember don’t sit home to ring in 2014 let’s be
together. Give someone you love New Years Eve Tickets for
Christmas!
We thank Monsignor McDonald for allowing this
party to continue.
Name:__________________________________Phone#____________
Amount enclosed: $____________
Please sit me with___________________________________________
Call above or bring to Rectory: Attention: Mary Lou New Year’s Eve
Don’t wait…make your reservations early…
cut off date December 20th
after that tickets will be $40.00 per person.
START A NEW TRADITION
JOIN THE ST. AIDAN COMMUNITY at the
“Chocolate” Ginger Bread House Party
Saturday, December 21, 2013
Monsignor Kirwin Hall
Time: 3:00 PM
ALL AGES ARE WELCOME!!
Decorate your own pre-constructed 5 ½ “ Chocolate House.
The undecorated house is wrapped in cellophane and sits on a
cardboard circle. Decorating items are provided. When
finished, re-wrap it and take it home!
If you are unable to stay and decorate the house, take your house
and decorating kit home to decorate!
RESERVATIONS DUE BY 12/13
Bring reservation form and payment to the Rectory
Price $15.00 a house
Checks should be made payable to Church of St Aidan
------------------------------------------------Name
__________________________________________________________________
Number of Houses ________ X
$15.00 =________
Phone Number: ____________
Don’t Miss St. Aidan
Holy Name Society
2nd Annual Super Bowl Raffle
Check Out these
Four “Super” Prizes
1st Quarter: $250
2nd Quarter: $500
3rd Quarter: $250
Final: $1500
Here’s How it Works:
-mail or Phone
————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
Holy Name 2013 Super Bowl Raffle
Name:________________________
Phone:________________________
Email:________________________
Thank You for Your Support of the Holy Name Society Mission!
Any questions call Fred Pacher (516) 294-3104 or [email protected]
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 ANY BAGS OF CLOTHING ON THE BACK STEPS OF THE PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY OFFICE! IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO DONATE ITEMS, PLEASE CONTACT THE PARISH SOCIAL
MINISTRY OFFICE!
THANK YOU: On behalf of the many families that received Thanksgiving Baskets, turkeys and gift cards to
purchase additional food items for their dinner, I would like to thank all of you from the bottom of my heart!
The generosity and kindness that you our beautiful parishioners, Catholic Daughters of America and our Girl/
Boy Scout troops shared with our families were absolutely amazing! Please know that all of our families were
so genuinely appreciative and because of your kindness everyone was able to enjoy a delicious meal. I would
also to thank the owners of one of our local restaurants, Mitch & Toni’s for their generosity in opening up
their restaurant for a few of our families to enjoy a Thanksgiving Dinner!
FOOD PANTRY: Our monthly food drive is taking place this weekend, December 7th & 8th. Please drop off your donations either to the back of the church or you may bring your donations of non-perishable food and personal hygiene items to
Parish Social Ministry office. THE ITEMS FOR THIS WEEK ARE:
mustard and dishwashing liquid. We are also in need of metro
cards which we use for our families throughout the year.
SHARING OUR TREASURES: We started this program two weeks ago and this year we have placed ornaments on our Christmas tree located in the Vestibule with requests for gifts for those in need. Please choose an
ornament and kindly return the ornament along with your gift to the parish social ministry office or the rectory
by Friday, December 13th. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE ANY GIFTS OR GIFT CARDS IN CHURCH!
There are many families, senior citizens and singles who are members of our own parish who have benefitted
from the generosity of the many individuals who graciously provided gifts this year. In addition we provided
gifts to our Covenant Parish - St. John the Baptist, New Ground, Veteran Groups, Nassau University Hospital
Pediatrics and other parishes and charitable organizations. Your love and kindness will make a big difference
in the life of another this Christmas Season.
POINSETTIA DELIVERY: We are in need of approximately 10 volunteers to deliver poinsettias to our
homebound parishioners on Thursday, December 12th after the 9:00 AM Mass. Please call the parish social
ministry office at: (516) 746-6585 x9408 if you are available to help.
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, December 9th. If you or someone you know would like to have one of these shawls or blankets,
please contact our office. If you have any questions, please call Parish Social Ministry (516) 746-6585 x9410.
APARTMENT/ROOM – We have several parishioners who need of a new place to live! If you know of or have an apartment or room to rent, can you please contact the parish social ministry office at: (516) 746-6585 x9408.
The Parish Social Ministry office is open Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Please use the Finamore Parish Center entrance.
“The only feelings that do not heal are the ones you hide.” Henri Nouwen
December 8th
The Annual Christmas party will be held from 5:00-8:00 PM at Eleanor Rigby’s. The cost is $20
and $10 for Kris Kringle if you would like to participate. Please send all reservations to Mrs.
Lamere at 83 Genevieve Court, Amityville, NY 11701. For information please call Mrs.
Lamere at (631) 608-3104.
December 8th
January 12th
1:00-3:00 PM
9:00 AM-12:30 PM
12:30-1:30 PM
1:00-2:00 PM
1:00-2:00 PM
9:00-10:00 AM
12:00-3:00 PM
Parker Institute
Finamore Parish Center
Convent
Convent
Convent
Church
Lucky Duck
April 6th
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Finamore Parish Center
April 17th
1;00-3:00 PM
1:00-2:00 PM
9:00 AM-12:30 PM
12:30-2:00 PM
7:00-8:00 PM
8:00-9:30 PM
February 9th
March 16th
March 30th
May 4th
June 10th
Parker Institute
Convent
St. Francis Garden
Convent
Church
Kirwin Hall
Holiday Cards
Clothing & Coat Drive
Meeting
Meeting
Meeting
Mass
Mother/Daughter
Brunch
Birth Right/Mommas
House Drive
Egg Dying
Meeting
Bake & Plant Sale
Meeting & Elections
Installation Mass
Meeting
Annual dues are $15.00, $16.50 for new members.
For information please call Adele Lamere at (631) 608-3104.
December 8th Immaculate Conception
Prayer Service in Youth Room & Meeting
6:00-7:30 PM
December 22th Youth Group Christmas Party!
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.
AIDES WANTED – SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAM – We are in need of high school students to
work as aides assisting catechists and children with special needs. We will provide training and
guidance. To volunteer or to receive further information please contact Mrs. Elaine Smith, Director
of Special Needs at (516) 746-6585 x9406.
CONFIRMATION DVDs HAVE ARRIVED – Videos were taken of the Confirmation ceremonies that were held on October 19th. The DVDs from those
ceremonies have arrived at the Religious Education office. If you ordered a
video, it is available for pick-up in our office during normal office hours.
SUBSTITUTES NEEDED! – Just as in the case of any school, the Religious Education Program
needs people available to serve as substitute teachers in our classes whenever regular teachers are unavailable. If you are willing and able to serve as a substitute, please contact our office (516) 7466585 x9404.
The following are the days, times and grade levels of our classes:
Monday – 4:00 – 5:00 PM & 5:30 – 6:30 PM - 1st, 2nd, 4th & 5th grades
Monday – 7:15 – 8:15 PM – 7th grade
Tuesday – 4:00 – 5:00 PM & 5:30 – 6:30 PM – 1st, 2nd, 3rd &6th grades
Tuesday – 7:15 – 8:15 PM – 8th grade
Wednesday – 4:00 – 5:00 PM & 5:30 – 6:30 PM – 3rd, 4th, 5th, & 6th grades
Wednesday – 7:15 – 8:15 PM – 7th & 8th grades
If you are able to serve as a substitute during any of the above time periods please consider becoming
a volunteer.
ATTENTION 2ND GRADE PARENTS – The next session of a meeting for parents of children
scheduled to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time will be conducted on Monday,
December 16th at 7:30 PM in the Saint Aidan School Cafeteria which is located in the basement of
the upper school building (across the street from the church). Entrance to the cafeteria will be
through the back parking lot; door closest to the baseball field. Parents who DID NOT attend the
session on December 3rd are asked to make every effort to attend this meeting.
OFFICE HOURS – The Religious Education office (Upper School, Room 301) is open from 10:00
AM – 4:00 PM Monday to Friday.
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.
COAT COLLECTION-Keep the homeless warm this winter. Contribute a used winter coat or jacket
to a soup kitchen that serves 100,000 meals a year. For information contact Tecky at (516) 655-9755.
Please help these children and adults.
ST. ANDREW THE APOSTLE BYZANTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH, Westbury, NY-A Holiday Bake Sale
will be held on Saturday, December 14th form 9:00 AM-4:00 PM.
RESPECT LIFE- “Open Your Hearts to Life!” Respect Life Contest 2014. Level I (7-8 grade) Level II (9-12
grades). Categories: Music, Photography, Essay, Pin-board Design, Video Clip, Bookmark and Poetry. 1st
Prize: $400, 2nd Prize $250 and 3rd Prize $150. Entries deadline: January 27, 2014, Youth Award Ceremony:
March 27, 2014. Registration forms are available at www.drvc.org/respectlife.
LEGION OF MARY-Notre Dame Parish, New Hyde Park, holds a weekly Legion of Mary meeting on Tuesdays at 7:30 PM. For information please call (516) 365-1785.
MINEOLA DISTRICT COUNCIL OF PTAS AND THE MINEOLA PUBLIC SCHOOLS-announce the
upcoming show of the CHILDREN'S CULTURAL ARTS SERIES FOR 2013 - 2014, BUBBLEMANIA - A
great show, LASER SCIENCE SPECTACULAR, a light and music show is also not one to miss. Delve into the
mystery of light, color, perception and lasers -- then enjoy an awesome laser and music show that proves science
is cool. This performance is on Saturday, January 4, 2014, @ 2:00 PM. Tickets are $5. You may purchase
tickets at the door or may reserve your tickets in advance by submitting your requests with payment and telephone contact information to DISTRICT COUNCIL CULTURAL ARTS, c/o Debbie Tobar, 12 Croyden Road,
Mineola, NY 11501. Checks should be written out to District Council Cultural Arts. You may then pick up
your tickets at the Box Office 30 minutes prior to the show. Children under three and adults are FREE. Adults
must remain with children during the shows. If you have any questions, contact Debbie Tobar @ 646-270-1598
or [email protected].
SAINT WILLIAM THE ABBOT, Seaford, NY-will be holding it's second Candlelight Carol Sing on Wednesday, December 18th, 2013 beginning at 7:30 PM. A wonderful event sure to become a holiday family tradition,
attendees participate in singing familiar Christmas favorites as well as being entertained with the sounds of beautiful music provided by professional musicians, handbells and a wonderful group of singers. A featured moment
of the evening is the singing of the familiar "Silent Night" carol with the church illuminated only by candlelight. Arriving early is recommended. Those arriving early (on or before 7:00 PM) will enjoy warm cider or hot
chocolate on the front plaza around a fire while a brass quintet serenades them. Admission is free, although freewill offerings are accepted. Please bring your family and friends for an unforgettable event. For more information
please call our music office at (516) 781-3253 or visit www.stwilliam.org/music.
ST. ANTHONY’S RELICS VISIT NEW YORK-St. Catherine of Sienna, 33 New Hyde Park Road, Franklin
Square, NY, December 14th, Vigil Mass at 5:00 and 8:00 PM. Veneration before and after each Mass. The
Franciscan Friars invite you to join them in welcoming St. Anthony of Padua on the occasion of the 750th Anniversary of the Discovery of St. Anthony’s Relics by St. Bonaventure. St. Anthony will be visiting us in the form
of a previous relic from his Basilica in Padua, Italy. The relic will be accompanied by one friar from the Messenger of St. Anthony of Padua. For more information please contact the Anthonian Association (347) 738-4306.