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A letter from our Pastor…
We’ve celebrated Easter with great joy. Last Sunday, we marked the end of Easter Week with the celebration of the Octave of Easter (the Second Sunday of Easter). Both Easter Sunday and the Octave of Easter are solemnities that we celebrate with great joy. Even the dismissal of the Mass on both Sundays are sung!
Our Easter joy is so great that it cannot be contained by a day or even a week. The Easter Season is a time for prayer and reflection on the great depth and meaning of Easter joy and Paschal Mystery. It is the most joyous of all the seasons of the Church year, the liturgical year. (How joyous, you ask? Did you know that in the early centuries of the Church, it was forbidden to kneel during the Easter season?) Consider that the Easter Season (50 days) is longer than Lent (40 days); the time of joy and unfolding paschal mystery is greater than the time of preparation and penance.
Our joy, our thanks and praise, our Alleluias extend all the way to Pentecost. We need this time to reflect on Resurrection, Easter and our role as witnesses of the Risen Christ drawing from his love, grace, gifts and presence. He is Risen—it is true!
This is a season to grow as disciples. Christ is alive and offers each of us a share in his Risen Life. The Easter Season is our time to encounter the Risen Jesus in new ways. May we be inspired to share in his saving work and witness to his presence throughout the year—all for the good of the world. Are you ready to deepen your discipleship with Jesus?
Pray to be awakened in discipleship this Easter Season! Fr. Joe
PS—Holy Spirit School’s Gratitude Gala, our Spring Gala, is coming up on the evening of Saturday, April 28th at the Phillips Road Firehouse. More information inside on this fun night!
Constriction work continues at the Parish House. You can visit the Parish Center office by using the ground level door closest school. Just ring the doorbell and walk in, Monday thru Friday from 9:30AM to 3:30PM. You can reach us by phone, 518-477-7925.
Returning from travels? You can bring your Holy Week and Easter stewardship to our office. Your Rice Bowl donations are most welcome, too.
You are invited to celebrate sacraments with us: The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available on Saturday at 3:00PM or by appointment.
Contact the Parish Center to arrange preparation for Baptism, First Eucharist, Confirmation, First Reconciliation, or Sacrament of the Sick. If you are interested in celebrating the Sacrament of Marriage, please contact the parish at least six months in advance.
You are welcome here!
Church of the Holy Spirit 667 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush, NY 12061
Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil 4PM
Sunday 8:30AM & 11AM
Monday & Wednesday 7AM, Friday 8:30AM
And for the people of our local parishes: Sunday at 7PM at St. Mary’s Clinton Heights
Office Hours
Monday—Friday 9:30AM—3:30PM
Phone: 518-477-7925 ●holyspiritchurcheg.org
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APRIL 15, 2018 | THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER
Church of the Holy Spirit, East Greenbush, NY 12061 Third Sunday of Easter
Stewardship
Offertory:
04/08/18 — $5,538.89 04/09/17 — $6,403.92 (Palm Sunday)
Are you looking for a convenient, easy to remember way to be a good steward? Look into safe and secure Online Giving at Holy Spirit. You may access donation forms and manage your stewardship by using our parish website at: holyspiritchurcheg.org.
Sunday’s Readings: #956
Psalm Response: “Lord, let your face shine on us.”
Week of Sunday, April 15, 2018
This Sunday’s Gospel: Luke 24: 35-48
Next Sunday’s Gospel: John 10: 11-18
See our website for this week’s daily readings: www.holyspiritchurcheg.org
Reflection Questions for the Week
What have you learned from your own experiences of suffering and despair?
When was the last time you confronted your own ignorance about something or someone?
CoNSERNS-U Food Pantry 518-463-8571
Canned fruit, hearty soups and shampoo.
Career Opportunities… The Catholic School Office of our Diocese of Albany, is seeking candidates, including teachers and principals. Send resume to: [email protected]. Questions? Contact: (518) 453-6602 or www.HigherPoweredLearning.org.
Saturday 4/14—4PM
Anna Mae Munafo—by Gary & Carol Cutler Mercedes Lopez & Dolores Corcoran
—by Dolores Miller Jane Goding—by Gary & Dolores Beardsley
Sunday 4/15—8:30AM
People of Our Parish
Sunday 4/15—11AM
Elizabeth & Edward Sepcilka & Ann Sepcilka
—by Mercurio & Grady family
Thomas Hesler—by Clark & Sheila Roehr Isabelle Amato—by Ann Taylor & Mike Cristo
Monday 4/16—7AM
The health of Beverly Shogry—by her family
Wednesday 4/18—7AM
Anthony Carmona—by Joan Carmona
Friday 4/20—8:30AM
Al Hirt—by Shirley Hirt
Saturday 4/21—4PM
People of Our Parish
Sunday 4/22—8:30AM
Boyd & Carmella Wynne
—by Patty & Rick Hannmann & grandchildren
Madeline & Harry Venmar—by Rose & Don Lyman
Maxine Dortic—by Mary Ann & Jackie
Sunday 4/22—11:00AM
Patricia Christian—by Nancy Cozz
Linda Macan—by Clark & Sheila Roehr Susan Dubuc—by the Social Action Ministry
Spring Enrichment is an exciting opportunity for all parishioners... The Albany Diocese offers about 100 classes and workshops each spring at the College of Saint Rose. This year Spring Enrichment will take place from Wednesday, May 16th through Friday, May 18th. There is a wide variety of courses to choose from.
Thursday afternoon and evening will feature programs for young adults, teens and those who accompany them. Go to: www.rcda.org/springenrichment for more information and to register. Hope to see you there!
Job Opening... The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception is seeking an experienced reliable person to become their Facilities Manager, 20-25 hours per week with some flexibility (includes Diocesan benefits package). Position description available on their website: cathedralic.com. Submit letter of interest, application and references to [email protected] or to Office of Human Resources, 40 N. Main Ave, Albany, NY 12203.
Holy Spirit School Girl Scout Troup... Please support the girls selling Girl Scout Cookies after each Mass in front of the Church. Your support is greatly appreciated.
Altar Rosary Society... The Altar Rosary Society will meet in the Parish Center Conference Room on Monday, April 23rd from 10AM to noon.
April 15, 2018 “Look at my hands and my feet, that it is I, myself.”
Holy Spirit Directory...
Pastoral Team 518-477-7925
Pastor ....................................................... Fr. Joe O’Brien
Deacon ...... Deacon Bill Dringus [email protected]
Parish Life & Youth Ministry ................... Eddie Trevino
LIFT & Lifelong Formation ............... Laura Countryman
Sacramental Preparation ................................ Marie Frost [email protected]
Music Ministry ............................................ Tim Dowling
Parish Finances .......................................... Nora Rucinski Secretary .... Pam Bennett . [email protected]
Maintenance Services ................................ Paul Weidman
Holy Spirit School (PreK3-Grade 8) 54 Highland Drive, East Greenbush, NY
School Office ......................... 518-477-5739
Email…..…………[email protected]
Holy Spirit School ...................... Michael Kosar, Principal [email protected]
Upcoming Events... Date Occasion Time Place
Sun 4/15 LIFT Gathering 12PM Gym
Mon 4/16 LIFT Gathering 5:20PM Gym
Wed 4/18 HS School Open House 5:30PM School Wed 4/18 Parish Finance Comm. Mtg 7PM Parish Ctr Sun 4/22 Confirmation Grp Meeting 6:30PM Library
Mon 4/23 Altar Rosary Society Mtg 10AM Parish Ctr Tue 4/24 School Board Meeting 6:30PM Library
Thu 4/26 Parish Council Meeting 6:30PM Parish Ctr
Prayer Lists—To add names to the prayer lists for the health of parishioners or those parishioners who are in the armed services, please call 518-477-7925 or email names to: [email protected].
Please Pray for the Health of… Loretta Acquilano, Linda Cambareri, Dominick Centurioni, Sr., Catherine Coates, John Crowther, Joseph DiBella, Allana DiBiasio, Chris Edwards, Patricia Graves, Marilyn Hart, Pam Hellwig, Mary Hoffman, Margaret Leahy, Ramiro Leal, Daniel Lockhart, Jeffrey McAuley, Carole McDowell, Zygmunt Palasz, Frank Pirri, Sr., Lynn Pupello, John Orsino, Patricia Reilly, Joan & Lou Roher, Mary Lou Seger, Marijane Sileo, Teena Sleasman, Maggie Syvertson, Dan Tipton, Hilda Treviño, Jeff Werther, and Mary Whitford.
Please Pray for Parishioners in the Armed Forces… James Conlon, Dan Farley, Luke Horvath, Anthony Hunt, Davis Kakely, Arthur Murphy, Erin Walraven.
Easter is not just a day but a season... Join us as we explore what it means to be an Easter people. How do we live the joy of the Resurrection? Join us for our LIFT Gathering on Sunday, April 15th or Monday, April 16th as we explore the joy of the Easter Season as we continue on Our Road to Emmaus. We will be LIFTed by the Risen Christ—Choosing New Life.
Sunday LIFT Gatherings begin following the 11AM Mass with a meal and will conclude at 2:30PM. During Monday LIFT Gatherings, dinner will be served from 5:20—5:50PM, and will conclude at 7:30PM. Please join us for faith, food, fun, friendship and a faithLIFT. Guests are always welcome.
Holy Spirit School... Holy Spirit School is hosting a Gala and Silent Auction at 6PM on Saturday, April 28th at the East Greenbush Fire Hall, 68 Phillips Road. Rensselaer. Dinner is at 6:30PM and is being catered by Talk of the Town Catering. Preview auction items at www.biddingowl.com/HolySpiritSchoolEGNY. Tickets are $40 each or a table for 8 is $280.
Progress... The crew is pouring cement this week for a foundation. Things are moving forward!
While the Parish Center is under construction, please
call if you have any concerns about navigating the construction area and we will be happy to accommodate you.
May Crowning & Hospitality... Please join us at the grotto after the 8:30AM Mass on May 6th for the Crowning of Mary. We will also have hospitality after both Sunday Masses.
2018 Annual NY Rosary Walk for Life... Join Bishop Scharfenberger on Saturday, April 28th, for the 5th Annual Rosary Walk for Life, which will include Mass, rosary procession, talk from the Sisters of Life, and reception. The Walk starts at 11AM at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 125 Eagle Street, Albany. Join the Catholic adults from across NY State for a celebration of the Walk at 3PM at St. Pius X Church, 23 Crumite Rd, Loudonville. For more information, visit [email protected]. All are welcome!
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