Roman Catholic Church of St. Matthewsmrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/feb10_2019_smrcc.pdfFebruary 10, 2019 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Roman Catholic Church of St. Matthew 35

February 10, 2019 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Roman Catholic Church of St. Matthew 35 North Service Road, Dix Hills, New York 11746

(631) 499 - 8520 Fax: (631) 499 - 1530 www.smrcc.org

Office Hours: Mon-Fri in the Parish Center 9 am-12:30 pm & 1:30 pm-5 pm

February 10, 2019

SCHEDULE OF MASSES

SATURDAY : 4:00 p.m. and Spanish Mass at 7:00 p.m.

SUNDAY : 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. (Family Mass), 11:00 a.m. (Choir Mass), 12:30 p.m. and also at

12:30 p.m. (Latin) Tridentine Mass in the Chapel.

MONDAY - SATURDAY : 9:00 a.m. Mass in the Church. Holy Days will be printed in the bulletin.

CONFESSIONS

SATURDAY : 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. For any other time, please call to make an appointment with a priest.

PLEASE NOTE: The BAPTISM SCHEDULE will change beginning April 1, 2019 as follows:

The 3rd Sunday of each month at 1:45 p.m. and the 4th Saturday of the month at 12:30 p.m. (No Baptisms

Easter Sunday or Christmas Weekends.) Please contact the Parish Center for the Baptismal Packet containing the

registration form and all other necessary paperwork. First-time parents are also asked to register for one of the

Baptismal Preparation Classes offered on the last Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Church. (No

class is held in December.) Please register on-line for the Baptism and /or the Baptism Class at www.smrcc.org.

MARRIAGE

Arrangements should be made at least 6 months in advance and should be made prior to making plans for a

reception. Call the Parish Center for an appointment with the priest or deacon you wish to witness your wedding.

All couples are required to attend Pre-Cana.

T h e S a l v a t i o n o f S o u l s i s t h e S u p r e m e L a w

Pastor

Rev. Robert Hewes

Associate Pastor

Rev. Benet Uwasomba

Deacons

James McQuade,

Carmine DeStefano

and Luis Polanco

Pastoral Associate

Sister Kathleen McCarthy, O. P.

D.R.E.: Mary Donaldson

Music Director: Lee Forsythe

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First Friday Exposition

From 7:00 pm the First Friday of the month untll

8:30 am Saturday morning in the Parish Center Chapel.

Private and authorized group prayer before the Blessed Sacrament in the Tabernacle is encouraged at any time during the many hours the main Church and Chapel are open. Occasions on which specific groups request Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament can only be conducted by a priest or deacon with the knowledge and approval of the Pastor.

ALTAR SERVERS: Porzia DiGiorgio: [email protected] And John DiGiorgio: [email protected] APOSTLESHIP OF PRAYER: Kathryn Giandoreggio: 631-491-3735

ATHLETIC WEBSITE: www. smrcc.org ATHLETICS DIRECTOR/ INTRAMURAL & CYO TRAVEL COORDINATOR: Chris Felice: [email protected] BAPTISM OFFICE: Bettyanne Russo: 499-8520 x 126 Email: [email protected] BEREAVEMENT: Kathryn M. Douglas: 631-495-8541 Including: Teens (12-17) who have lost a parent. Widows and Widowers 65 and under Widow and Widowers 65 and over BIBLE STUDY: Anthony Albano: 586-4827 BOY SCOUTS: Ernst Tramposch: 631-254-2656 BULLETIN: email: [email protected] BUSINESS MANAGER: Dolores Tiernan: 499-8520 x 113 CATHOLICS FOR FREEDOM OF RELIGION: Ann Podina: 858-0684 CATHOLIC MINISTRIES APPEAL: Jack Maccio: 499-8520 x 117 C.C.D. RELIGIOUS ED: Mary Donaldson, D.R.E.: 864-3321

Rita Minder, Assistant: 864-3321 CHOIR: Lee Forsythe: 631-499-8520 x 116 Ed Oriani, Cantor for Tridentine Mass COMPASSIONATE CARE & CONSOLATION MINISTRY: Sr. Kay McCarthy: 499-8520 x 124 EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION: Ray Smolenski: 243-0449 EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS TO THE HOMEBOUND: Sr. Kay McCarthy: 499-8520 x 124 FEED THE POOR MINISTRY: Frank Harnos: 499-0074 or Julie Maddaloni: 242-2183 FOOD PANTRY: Sr. Kay McCarthy: 499-8520 x 124 HOSPITALITY: Dolores Tiernan: 499-8520 x 113 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Kevin Bertolini GK: 516-652-6438

K OF C SQUIRES: Sir Francis Scotti: 917-567-9829 LECTORS: Helen Campa: 586-0682 LEGION OF MARY: Judy Archbold: 667-4629 MINISTRY OF PRAISE: Rosemary Sammon: 499-5176 MOMMY and ME: Jessica Larsen: 258-3965 PARISH OUTREACH: Sr. Kay McCarthy: 499-8520 x 124 PILGRIM MADONNA: Rosa Nappo: 920-2446 or Lucia Agnone: 940-4015 PLANT ENGINEER: Luis Flores: 631 492-7881 PRE-CANA: Deacon Carmine DeStefano: 631-896-0983 RIGHT TO LIFE: Toni Shannon: 631 586-3807 ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY: Patricia Bissex: 631 549-9415 PASTOR/PARISH SECRETARY: Bettyanne Russo: 499-8520 x 126 - Email: [email protected] SONS OF ITALY: Diana Grauer: 631-242-2710 SPANISH MINISTRY: Deacon Luis Polanco: 631-334-1052 ST. VINCENT de PAUL: Michael Brennan: 499-8520 x 118 USHERS: Tom Siegler: 631-920-2055 WEDDING MUSIC: Lee Forsythe: 631-334-7138

YOUNG SENIORS MODERATOR: Fr. Benet: 499-8520 x125

PARISH MINISTRIES PARISH REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE AT www.smrcc.org.

New families and new parishioners are encouraged to register with the parish. Registration forms are also available at the Parish Center. INSTRUCTIONS IN THE FAITH: Those adults who live in the Dix Hills area and/or those with family in the parish seeking information about becoming a Catholic or completing their Sacraments are invited to contact the Pastor. FIRST FRIDAY: Mass is at 9:00 a.m. Exposition of the Holy Eucharist takes place in the Chapel from Friday 7:00 p.m. until Saturday 8:30 a.m. and concludes with Benediction. FIRST SATURDAY: 8:15 a.m. Devotions ANOINTING OF THE SICK: The Sacrament is available EVERY SATURDAY after the 9:00 a.m. Mass. The Sacrament is available for those who are to undergo a serious medical procedure the following week or who have a serious illness and who have not been anointed within the past three months. If you wish to be anointed, please let the celebrant know before Mass. PASTORAL CARE OF THE SICK: Holy Commun-ion will be ministered to those confined at home. Those who are seriously ill should request a priest for the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. PARISH SCHOOL: HOLY FAMILY REGIONAL: 631-543-0202

mailto:[email protected]


Saturday, Feb 9

4:00 PM Andrew Garafalo Living Intention of Jack Tseng Biviana Ramirez Primitivo Aquino, Jr. Mary Jo Lynch Beate Junker 7:00 PM Gilma Hernandez Sunday, Feb 10 7:30 AM Fred Caldiero 9:30 AM Thomas Tartaro 11:00 AM Teodora Somera 12:30 PM (L) For the People of the Parish 12:30 PM Vincenzo Domingo Monday, Feb 11 9:00 AM June Sheehan Tuesday, Feb 12

9:00 AM Filomena Gatto Wednesday, Feb 13 9:00 AM Mario & Marie Pape Thursday, Feb 14 9:00 AM Lori G. Kramer Friday, Feb 15

9:00 AM Alex Seefried Saturday, Feb 16 9:00 AM Salvatore Montesano Intention of Kenny Lubin Pedro Yarleque Jennifer Bonavita Living Intention of Rosalie Fabrizi Joseph Verdichizzi 4:00 PM Living Intention of Jack Tseng Librada M. Fider Michael Panico Peter Dunne George McCory Helen Maerkle 7:00 PM Melida Munoz Sunday, Feb 17 7:30 AM Kevin Savage 9:30 AM Gino Macchio 11:00 AM Annette Giaccone 12:30 PM (L) For the People of the Parish 12:30 PM Stanislaw Olszewski

Mondays Miraculous Medal Novena: after the 9:00 am Mass Legion of Mary: 2:30 pm In the Blessed Mother Room

Tuesdays Rosary Society: 1st Tuesday each month 7:00 pm K of C: General/Business Meeting 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month 8:00 pm Wednesdays Adult Choir Rehearsal: 7:00 pm In the Family Room Thursdays Carmelite Holy Hour: 3rd Thursday of each month 4:00 pm-5:00 pm in the Chapel Young Seniors: 9:00 am Apostleship of Prayer: 1st Thursday of each month after the 9:00 am Mass Saturdays Fatima Spiritual Formation Prayer Group: 1st Saturday of each month after the 9:00 am Mass in the Blessed Mother Room Bible Study: 9:45 am Spanish Bible Study: 1:00 pm Tridentine Mass Choir: (Latin) 4:00 pm in the Family Room Sundays Secular Franciscan Order: Second Sunday of

each month (except January & August) 1:15 pm in the Library (Room 201)

Collections

February 2 & 3

Weekly: $15,150.00 Regional School: $ 4,079.00 Faith Direct: $ 2,300.00

Business Manager Dolores Tiernan

Finance Chairperson Richard Bove

Trustees Deacon Carmine DeStefano and

Joseph Napolitano


Witnessing Forgiving Loving Helping Igniting Teaching Evangelizing

Support of the Catholic Ministries Appeal helps our Church to encourage and provide the

opportunity for tomorrow’s priests to discern their vocation. When a priest is ordained…

when a person becomes a deacon or lay minister – your gifts have helped in their formation.

“I know firsthand how important the Catholic Ministries Appeal is. It helped to support my formation

and gave me the freedom to really focus on my studies. Now as a priest in the Diocese, I feel blessed

that God has chosen me to make the Body and Blood of Christ present on the altar and to bring that gift to the people, bring God to the people – the same people who helped to bring me to this

point by their support.”

Please consider donating to the Appeal and making a difference in someone’s life.

Thank you!

To make a donation, you can also visit CatholicMinistriesAppeal.org

or call Jack Maccio at 631 499-8520 Ext. 117

Make checks payable to: Catholic Ministries Appeal

Parish __________________________________ Pledge: $_______

Name ___________________________________ Down payment: $_______

Address__________________________________

City, State, Zip: _________________________________________________________

Phone: ________________________ Signature: __________________________________ Date:___________

Ordained in 2014, Fr. Joseph Scolaro answered the

call to serve when he began the program of priestly

formation at the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception

in 2010. Today Fr. Scolaro is the Pastor of Notre Dame in

New Hyde Park.


RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

The Place for Learning and Praying

Our Family/Children’s Mass is Sunday at 9:30AM

Mary Donaldson, Director, Rita Minder, Assistant

Religion Office Phone 864-3321 Fax 499-1530 [email protected]

REGISTRATION

When registering a new student, 1st thru 8th grade, you must come into the Religion Office

on the second floor of the Parish Center, Monday through Thursday, between 11:00AM and 4:00PM. Please

be sure to bring a copy of the child’s Baptismal Certificate when you come. The fee of $175.00 per child is

due at that time.

GRADE LEVEL MASS FOR WINTER AND SUMMER PROGRAM STUDENTS

Sunday, February 10, 2019, the 7th & 8th grade will attend the 9:30 Mass.

The 7th and 8th grade Mass includes the Summer Program students. For those students

attending their grade level Mass listed above, please sit in the front of the Church, try to arrive by 9:10AM

and remember your tithing envelope as they are not only used for a donation but also for taking attendance.

All family members are invited to join us at this Mass.

CONFIRMATION INFO

The date for Confirmation for our 8th grade students will be Tuesday, March 26, 2019.

Bishop Richard Henning will be presiding and there will be two Confirmations, one at 10:00AM and one at

1:30PM.

Monday, February 11, 2019, 7-8PM, 8th grade students go right to the Church for

Confirmation music, sit with your class for attendance and get picked up from the Church.

Confirmation Packets are due back to the Religion office on Thursday, February 14, 2019.

SPECIAL NOTES

Classes are cancelled the week of February 18, 2019 for Winter Recess. They resume on

Monday, February 25th. The Religion Office will be closed on Monday, February 18th, for President’s Day.


We Pray, especially for our Service Men and Women: 2nd Lt. Christopher Felice - Marines, Christopher Motlenski - Navy, Nicholas Mazzone - U.S. Coast Guard, Peter Mazzone - Marines,

SSG Michael Hughes, SPC John Vautrin-Gardinier, US Army, Tyler Smith-Reynolds - U.S. Coast Guard, Lance Corporal Ryan, Matthew Ferrara - Marines,

Matthew Kirchner - Army, Noah Kirchner - Air Force, Ensign Melanie Thompson - Navy, Capt. Joseph De Monte IV - Pilot - United States Air Force, Lt. Joseph Morgan,

Lt. Brendan Johnston - U.S. Navy, LCPL Michael Porfidio - Marine in Afghanistan, Jeffrey Gabriellini - Air Force, Corporal Michael Grella - Navy Airman, Julien-Army-Iraq.,

Lt. Col. Robert Wright-Marines, Michael Wissemann, LPL San Sievero - Marines, Ambrose Michelino, Jarod Racuot - Army, Robert Scarpelli, Anthony Lazado - Marines,

Richard Freese, Jr. - Navy, Rho Nagasguna - Marines, Michael Doherty - Army, Pablo Quirindongo - CW4 - Army, Cpl. Ronnie Belmarez - Marines, Commander Christopher Grande - Navy

DAILY OFFERING PRAYER - God, our Father, I offer You my day. I offer You my prayers, thoughts, words, actions, joys, and suf-ferings in union with Your Son Jesus' Heart, Who continues to offer Himself in the Eucharist for the salvation of the world. May the Holy Spirit, who guided Jesus, be my guide and my strength today so that I may witness to Your love.

FEBRUARY ~ Human Trafficking For a generous welcome of the victims of human trafficking, of enforced prostitution, and of violence.

4:00 PM 7:30 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM 12:30 PM

S. Carambia McPherson-Berg G. DiGiorgio E. McEvoy M. Shef

February 16 & 17

The Apostleship of Prayer is a worldwide association of Catholics and other Christians who strive to make their ordinary, everyday lives apostolic-ally effective. Through the Apostleship of Prayer, the Pope gives his monthly prayer intentions to the entire Church. For this reason, the Apostleship came

to be known as "the Pope's own prayer group."

Baby Chloe Atienza Gerard Costa Joseph Costa Jo D’Agostino Elisabeth Dorovich Lawrence Famighetti

Lisa Marie Hulsen Kay Internicola Thomas Iuculano

Florence Linda John Marinaro Sophia Marzalla John McIntyre Maureen McNamara Jay McNamee

Matthew Montesano Marie Pecoraro Mary Perry Peter Prestia Marge Puccio Eugene Quarello Alice Reilly Helen Reineking Corinne Rivituso

Casey Rodriquez Christopher Sabato, Sr. Cecelia Sanzone Charles Sanzone Grace Sanzone George Schnell Debbie Serio Ed & Ann Smith Arthur Joseph Sonnick Brian Tripp

OUR SICK

Eucharistic

Ministers

4:00 P.M. 7:30 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM 12:30 PM

M. Brennan J. D’ Agostino J. Napolitano G. Cruz B. Abadom

J. Commisso B. Hermosura C. DeStefano E. McEvoy J. Maccio

A. Palumbo B. Napolitano K. Camilleri

J. McQueeney G. Gurrieri

The Altar Flowers In Loving Memory of Alex Seefried Love, Joyce Seefried

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About The Types of Catholic Wedding Ceremonies

There are two forms of our Catholic wedding Liturgy:

The Wedding or Nuptial Mass: Often referred to as a “full Mass,” it is the celebration of the Mass with the wedding ceremony inserted in the middle of the Liturgy. It presupposes both parties are practicing Catholics and receiving Holy Commun-ion after a proper spiritual preparation.

The Wedding Ceremony: This has all the elements of the above (music, read-ings, vows, etc.) but without the celebration of Mass. This form is suitable for general congregations and is of shorter duration than the above.

PLEASE NOTE: Nuptial Masses are NOT cele-brated on Sundays. The ONLY exception is when a visiting priest is invited by the family, approved by the Pastor and is willing to offer a Nuptial Mass on Sunday.

A NOTE ABOUT WINTER WEATHER

In the weeks to come, while we try to manage

snow and ice removal as best as our own re-

sources, as well as those of a professional com-

pany can provide; we simply cannot guarantee

that the entirety of the parking lot and sidewalks

will be dry and free of any risk under any and

all circumstances in winter weather.

Please use prudence and

caution when the conditions are

snowy or icy. It is better to stay

home in bad conditions, or to

come to a later Mass, rather

than risk injury.

Father Hewes

St. Matthew’s Gift Shop is

open Monday through Saturday

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Closed 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

for lunch

Unique religious gifts, rosaries, books, fonts, statues,

picture frames, wedding unity candles, vestments

and so much more…

The Gift Shop is located in

the Parish Center, across from

the Receptionist area.

All Proceeds Benefit Our Parish

Ministry!


Respect Life News Spiritual Adoption Program ~ Month Five ~ Developing Baby

Your spiritually adopted baby weighs over one pound now. His mother can feel him moving now. Before he was too small for her to feel. Although he swam with ease in his watery world, he needed to be big and strong enough to kick hard against the outside uterine wall and dent it -- the inside wall of the uterus has no feeling. We are mid-way through the pregnancy now. Your prayers have helped your baby's mother continue with her pregnancy and seek the help she needs.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP FOR YOUNG WIDOWS AND WIDOWERS

AT ST. MATTHEW’S

Programs available three times a year for ages 65 and under, 50 - 59, 45 and under and for pre-teens (11 - 13 years of age) who lost a parent.

For more information and registration, please call: Kathryn Monaco-Douglas 631-495-8541

PLEASE NOTE BULLETIN DEADLINES:

Sunday, February 17 deadline is Monday, February 11. Sunday, February 24 deadline is Friday, February 15. Sunday, March 3 deadline is Monday, February 25.

Please email: [email protected]

February 10 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time In the Gospel today, the disciples decide to leave everything to follow Jesus. We are also called to follow Jesus, who tells us that “whatever you do to the least of mine, you do for me.” Your gift to the poor can bring the love and peace of Jesus to those who live in fear and doubt, loneliness and dread.

Feed the Poor Ministry On the third Saturday of every month, February 16th this month, immediately following the 9 o’clock Mass, in the kitchen in Monsignor Goggin Hall here at St. Matthew, a group of people get together and make a difference in the lives of some very needy people. Some of them bring wrapped sandwiches they have made at home; some bring individual bags of chips, homemade goods, or 12 packs of canned soda. Some drop off packaged cookies, or napkins, or even toiletries like mini shampoos, mouthwash, etc. Tons of clothes are donated. For over fifteen years, this merry band of volunteers has wrapped up all the generosity of this parish each and every third Saturday and has taken it to the men at the Bellevue Men’s Shelter on First Avenue and Twenty-ninth Street, next to Bellevue Hospital. How would you like to join us? Sometimes writing a check to your favorite charity doesn’t cut it. Sometimes you want to get involved and express your desire to help the poor. You don’t even have to go to the city with us. A commitment equal to your wishes could be fulfilled in this group’s effort and here’s how you can help. Make a few wrapped sandwiches of beef baloney and cheese or peanut butter and jelly. Bring the food, etc., to the kitchen before Mass, if possible, but we must have all at about 9 o’clock. Our usual depar-ture is about 10 o’clock and usually we get back before 2 o’clock. Remember, you can buy chips, puddings, soda, cereal bars during your monthly run to COSTCO and flag it for the homeless. Your help or donation lights up the lives of these marginalized folks. Be inspired by the kindness and generosity of our parish and join us in this way to lighten the sting of poverty and homelessness. There is a place for you in this ministry. For information call – Frank Harnos 631- 499-0074 or Judy Maddaloni 631- 242-2183.

Y.E.S. ~ SENIOR NEWS ~ Meetings are held every Thursday after the 9:00 AM Mass

except on luncheon dates. Please join us. Dates to Remember

February 14 - Luncheon at Popei’s - 12:00 PM February 21 - Regular meeting February 28 - Bingo with Rita

If there is inclement weather during the winter months,

please use the sense that God gave you before setting out for a meeting.


Mommy N' Me Registration Form - Winter 2019 St. Matthew RC Church

Mommy N' Me is an innovative program for children to experience Catholic traditions in a stimulating, fun, and creative atmosphere. Mommies and chil-

dren join together for prayers, songs, snacks, story and circle time. Fathers and Grandparents are welcome too!

Volunteers are a very important part of this program and are always needed and greatly appreciated. Your help ensures the continuation and success of

the Mommy N' Me program. Classes begin the week of February 15th ~ Session Fee is $65.00

Age Group walkers to 3 years old meets Mondays 10:00 - 11:30 AM ___________ Age Group walkers to 3 years old meets Thursdays 10:00 - 11:30 AM _________

*** Classes may change based on enrollment. *** Classes meet 7 times during session. See class schedule for dates.

All classes take place in the Mommy N' Me room on the first floor of the Parish Center. Register as soon as possible as space is limited! Registration is due no later than February 18th.

_______________________________________________________________________________

Child's Name:________________________________________________________________________

Age: ________________________________ Birth date: _______________________________

Parent's Name: ________________________________________________________________

Address:____________________________City_______________State________Zip_________

Phone: Cell_______________________ Home_______________________________________

EmaiI: _______________________________________________________________________ (PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY, MOST OF OUR COMMUNICATION IS DONE THRU EMAIL.)

Parish Church: ________________________________________________________________

Have you participated before in St. Matthew's Mommy N' Me Program? Y___ N___

Allergies: _____________________________________________________________________

I give my permission for my child to be pictured on St. Matthew's website. Y___ N___ Refund Policy :

Full refund up until March 14th, after that a Credit Voucher prorated for remaining classes. No refunds or credit after March 28th.

No Cash Please: Checks should be made payable to: St. Matthew RC Church Payment by Credit Card: (Check one) Amex: ____ Visa: ____ Master Card: ____ Credit Card Number: _________________________________ Exp. Date:________ Security Code:_______ Name on Credit Card: ________________________________Zip Code_____________________________ Signature of card holder: ________________________________________________________

Drop off your payment and completed registration form in the locked Mommy N' Me Suggestion Box by the entrance to the Gymnasium or mail the form to:

Sr. Kay McCarthy, Mommy N' Me St. Matthew RC Church, 35 N. Service Road, Dix Hills, NY 11746 If you have any questions please call Jessica Larsen at 631.499.2672 or e-mail her at [email protected] or Sister Kathleen McCarthy, Moderator at 631-499-8520 x124 or Email to [email protected]

DO NOT WRITE IN THIS BOX Date: __________________Received by: ________ #Paid for: _____________________

Amount Paid: $ __________ Check#______ Credit Card: ________ Other: ____________

Please check

preferred day


Dear Parishioners, The sound system in our Church is very good. However, if you are hearing impaired, you may be missing out on God’s Word. If so, we are trying to determine if you think it would be beneficial for you to use hearing assistive technology during Mass. If you are interested, please complete the form below and return it to me by Feb. 18th. This information is necessary, as we will only make this investment if we know that these devices are needed and will be used. The Parish will pay the cost of installing the system. However, because of hygiene and sani-tary reasons, we would ask you to purchase your own personal device ~ a head set and receiver, which costs $190. If this cost presents a financial problem, please call me - 631 499-8520 X124. Once you purchase it, you will bring it with you every time you come to Mass.

Name _____________________________________________

Address ___________________________________________

Phone _____________________________________________

Benefit for the Sick and Elderly Sisters of St. Dominic Each year, my Religious Community has a benefit to support our many sick and elderly Sisters. Most of our Sisters are elderly; our median age is 80. We also have many Sisters who are over 90. We even have three Sisters who are over 100. We take a vow of poverty so my stipend from St. Matthew’s goes directly to Amityville to support these Sisters. If we work and/or worked in a Church related Ministry, we aren’t eligible to re-ceive a pension. In addition, most of our Sisters entered Religious life directly from High School, making their social security checks very minimal. Hence, it makes it very difficult to care for these Sisters who led holy lives, worked tirelessly and sacrificed so much to serve God and His people. The benefit for these Sisters is being held on March 2rd. I will sell chances in my office up to and including Thursday, Feb. 21st.. The 1st prize is $1,000, the 2nd prize is $500. Each chance is $1 and a book of 12 chances is $10. If you prefer to donate to my Community, please make out your check to Sisters of St. Dominic. I will make sure that the checks will go to Amityville. I am aware that many of you are very burdened with your own expenses and donate to many other worthy charities. I would never want to impose on you. I am grateful for any contribution and especially for your prayers. Likewise, be assured of my prayers for you and your intentions. Thank you and God bless you for always being so very good to me and for always responding to the requests I make for others, including requests for families in need.

Thank you for thinking of those in need. At present, the Parish does not need clothing, toys or baby items. Please do not drop off any of these items or clothing in the vestibule of the church.

However, the Life Center is in desperate need of winter clothing for children. The size needed for boys is from 12 months to 3T.

The size needed for girls is from newborn to 3T. Please bring baby items directly to The Life Center at

1767 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. The phone number is 631-243-2373.

Thank you and God bless you, Sr. Kay McCarthy


CATHOLIC CHARITIES – EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY We are always looking for individuals to join our mission

and offer “Care with Dignity…Life with Hope.”

BI-LINGUAL PROGRAM SUPERVISOR – Immigration Services, Amityville, LI – full time position.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and provide day-to-day management of NYS At Risk Youth (NYSARY) as part of a 12-30 month program to deliver therapeutic and social work services in communities most heavily impacted by youth at risk. Coordinate outreach with pastors and parishes for participation. REQUIREMENTS: -Master’s degree in Business Administration or Human Services. -3-5 years’ project or program management experience including staff supervision. -Prior work experience with immigrant families or children a plus. -Bi-lingual/Spanish capability. -Clean, valid NYS Driver’s License to travel to Nassau/Suffolk. -Ability to work flexible hours when needed.

TO APPLY - Email resume and cover letter of interest to: [email protected] OR fax to: 516.733.7038

Please reference “NYSARY Program Supervisor” in the subject line of your email. *********************************************************************

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS – Residential Services for Developmentally Disabled Adults

Nassau, Western Suffolk & East End locations. Starting salary: $12.75/hr. (+weekend and East End differentials) FT & PT evening, awake overnight & weekend shifts available. And many flexible On Call opportunities.

We are seeking individuals who have a sincere desire to use their skills to help our Develop-mentally Disabled Adults enhance their ability to lead self-determining lives and participate fully in the community.

Essential functions include personal care, household maintenance, transporting /safeguarding residents on community outings, coaching for skills development & administering meds. Ex-perienced and non-experienced welcome to apply. Training provided. HS diploma/GED and a clean, valid NYS Driver’s License are needed to apply.

To apply: Transmit resume & cover letter via email or fax. Please reference “DSP – parish bulletin” in the subject line of your fax: 516.733.7038 or email: [email protected]

A complete list of our job opportunities can be found on our website at www.catholiccharities.cc

Catholic Charities – Diocese of Rockville Centre – An Equal Opportunity Employer

The Catholic Faith Network Telethon is this weekend , Saturday, February 9th from 2PM -10PM and Sunday, February 10th from 12PM to 10PM. Please tune in on Cablevision channel 29/137, Time Warner Channel 471 or Verizon FiOS channel 296 to support our Diocesan Television Station. It will be 18 hours filled with many guest “stars” including many of the clergy, religious and dedicated lay people of our Diocese. Additionally, visits from celebrity chefs and musical groups will help fuel the enjoyment. Join Msgr. Jim Vlaun for the Catholic Faith Network Telethon and consider making a donation by phone or a secure donation over the internet at www.cfntv.org.


Focus on Religious Freedom www.cffor.org

How to Crush Religious Freedom - Part 2

Homeschooling Targeted Virginia: Loudoun County Public Schools school board is seeking State legislation to alter the religious exemption of thousands of homeschooled children by requiring families to find,

"an alternative public, private, parochial and/or approved home instruction setting." The district - not the par-ent - would determine the definition of a "satisfactory education." "This action is very disturbing because it means that the school district wants new ways to control religious-exempt families," said Senior Counsel to Home School Legal Defense Foundation.

Religious Schools Targeted New York: Leaders of religious schools in N.Y. state are alarmed by the new guidelines from the state's Dept. of Education that give local public school boards broad power to inspect, oversee and intrude upon the independence of private religious schools. "There is no protection against government officials who are hostile to religious schools or who just want to eliminate the competition” wrote the NY Archdiocese.

(responsiblehomeschooling.org; 1.cbn.com,12/8/18; lifesitenews.com,12/6/18; archny.org,12/14/18; judicial-watch.org,1/28/19)

"As those first responsible for the education of their children, parents have the right to choose a school for them which corresponds to their own convictions. This right is fundamental. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, Par. 2229)

Ronkonkoma Cenacle Retreat House Job Opening

Part-time Kitchen Utility Worker (25 hours per week). This is an excellent opportunity for a retired person or a student with a flexible schedule. Please send your resume to:

[email protected] or phone (631) 588-8366 extension 139.

2019 SAT EXAM Prep Course for the May 4th Exam

Course will be held on the following Saturdays: March 9, 16, 23, 30 and April 6 and 13 ~ 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. in Marian Hall

Course Fee: $250.00 (includes textbook) St. Dominic High School, 110 Anstice Street, Oyster Bay, NY 11771

Students accepted on a first-come first-served basis. For additional information please contact, Mrs. Stutzmann at (516) 922-4888 ext. 5241.

Diocese of Rockville Centre Healing after Abortion

Day of Prayer and Healing for Women

A Day of Prayer and Healing for Women is an opportunity to experience the lov-

ing mercy of God in a safe and sacred space. The day is directed by specially trained compassionate caregivers, including counselors and clergy, who have a sensitivity and a heart for those who suffer.

Saturday, April 6, 2019 To register and for more information please visit

www.respectlife.drvc.org or contact Project Rachel at (888) 456-HOPE (4673) or

1(516) 766-2538 [email protected]. Please register by Monday, April 1, 2019.

All reservations and information will remain confidential.

JUNE 1-6 Call for a free brochure.

Rev. Peter Kaczmarek St. Francis of Assisi R.C. Church 29 Northgate Drive

Greenlawn, NY 11740 (631 757-7435)




Documents

Roman Catholic Church of St. Matthewsmrcc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/feb10_2019_smrcc.pdfFebruary 10, 2019 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Roman Catholic Church of St. Matthew 35