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St. Thérèse of Lisieux, R.C. Church Church Address: 4402 Avenue D, Brooklyn, NY 11203

Rectory Office Address: 1281 Troy Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11203 Telephone#: 718-451-1500 / Fax: 718-451-1502

E-mail: stthereselis@gmail.com Website: www.stthereseoflisieuxchurch.org

Weekly Bulletin: Sunday, August 20TH 2017

THE TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

PARISH MISSION/ MISYON PAWAS LA

Pou devlope yon

ndjanm nan lafwa

ki angaje nan

evanjelize moun,

fanmiy, Kominote

ak kilti dapre

levanjil

Jesikri-a.

To develop a strong

community of faith

that engages in

evangelizing

persons,

families,

communities and

cultures to the

Gospel of Jesus

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Readings for this Week/Lectures de la Semaine

Pastor Jesus Christ

Administrator Rev. Fr. Rony Mendes

Parochial Vicar Rev. Fr. Michél Pierre -Louis

Music Ministry Mr. Edsen-Samy Renaud

Music Director

Religious Ed. Coordinator Ms. Frances McCormick

(718-451-1671)

Parish Nurses: Bernadine Noel, RN

Carnice Modeste, RN

Parish Staff

Parish Summer Office Hours

Monday/Lundi: 9AM; 7PM (Little Flower Novena after 7PM Mass on Monday/

Neuvaine de Petite Fleur après la Messede 7PM)

Tuesdays (Miraculous Mèdal Novena/ Neuvaine du Medal Miraculeux): After 9AM Mass

Wednesday/Mercredi (Rosary after 9AM Mass/ Rosaire après la Messe)Saturday/Samedi: 5PM (Vigil Mass for Sunday/Veillée pour le Dimanche) Sunday/Dimanch: 10:00AM(English) 12Noon (Creole)

Adoration and Confession/Adoration et Confession Friday/Vendredi (Eucharistic Adoration/Adoration Eucharistique) (Adoration du Saint –Sacrament) 9:30AM — 12NOON Saturday /Samedi (Confession) 4:00PM — 4:45PM

Confession can also be scheduled by appointment. Confession peut également être prévue sur rendez-vous.

Next Sunday’s Readings/ Lectures du Dimanche Prochain

Summer Mass Schedule/Horaire des Messes

Monday/Lundi: 9AM-3PM Tuesday/Mardi—Thursday/Jeudi: 9AM-8:30PM Friday/Vendredi: 9AM-6:00PM Saturday/Samedi: Closed Sunday/Dimanche: Closed The Rectory Office is closed each day from 12:30PM-1:30PM.

St. Catherine of Genoa ~ St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Academy

4410 Avenue D, Brooklyn, NY 11203-5726 Phone: 718-629-0738 Fax: 718-629-6854

Website: www.scgstl.org Principal: Sister Paulette Pollina

Assistant Principal: Mrs. Kathleen McManus-Trainor Business Administrator: Sister Pat McGrath

The Academy offers a welcoming, safe, faith-filled environment where children from grades Pre-K to 8th

can learn and grow to their potential. Call us at 718-629-9330 for additional information.

Financial aid is available.

Sunday/Dimanche: (TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME/DIZNEVYÈM DIMANCH TAN SENP): Is 56:1,6-7; Ps 67:2-3,5-6,8; Rom 11:13-15,29-32; Mt 15:21-28 Monday/Lundi: (Saint Pius X, Pope): Jgs 2:11-19; Ps 106:34-37,39-40,43ab,44; Mt 19:16-22 Tuesday/Mardi: (The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary): Jgs 6:11-24a; Ps 85:9,11-14; Mt 19:23-30 Wednesday/Mercredi: (Weekday; Saint Rose of Lima, Virgin): Jgs 9:6-15;Ps 21:2-7; Mt 20:1-16 Thursday/Jeudi: (SAINT BARTHOLOMEW, APOSTLE): Rv 21:9b-14; Ps 145:10-13,17-18; Jn 1:45-51 Friday/Vendredi: (Weekday; Saint Louis; Saint Joseph Calasanz): Ru 1:1,3-6,14b-16,22; Ps 146:5-10; Mt 22:34-40 Saturday/Samedi: (Weekday; BVM on Saturday): Ru 2:1-3,8-11; 4:13-17; Ps 128:1-5; Mt 23:1-12

Sunday/Dimanche: (TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDI-

NARY TIME/VENTYÈM DIMANCH NAN TAN SENP ) First Reading/1ere Lecture: Is 22:19-23 Psalm/Psaume: Ps 138:1-3,6,8 Second Reading/2e Lecture: Rom 11:33-36 Gospel/Evangile:Mt 16:13-20

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK/ INTENTIONS DES MESSES DE LA SEMAINE

Sunday/Dimanche:

10:00AM—In memory of Kenneth St. Bernard Sr.

—Rawle McAlmont-Birthday/Thanskgiving

12:00Noon—Marie France Badin-In thanksgiving for the

kidney transplant

Bread & Wine

—Andre Clark and Alisa Clark-In Thanksgiving

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Sanctuary Lights

—In memory of Nelson Clark

Monday/Lundi:

9:00AM—In memory of Doris Thomas and George

Preudhomme

---In memory Paulmina Paul and parent

7:00PM—Blessing for both Charismatic prayer groups

Tuesday/Mardi:

9:00AM—For the people of the parish

Wednesday/Mercredi:

9:00AM—Luis and Marcia Pearson-Wedding Anniversary

Thursday/Jeudi

9:00AM— For the people of the parish

Friday/Vendredi:

9:00AM—In memory of Karl Grob

Saturday/Samedi:

5:00PM—Gloria Lawerence-Birthday/ Thanksgiving

+++ *If those who have requested Sunday Masses above wish to

bring gifts at the offertory, please see one of

Ushers before Mass.

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INTERCESSION OF VENERABLE PIERRE TOUSSAINT ON BEHALF OF THE SICK Keith Haywood, Edna Scott, Elias Scott, St. Clair A. Waterman, Joan Griffith, Adelaide Harrop-Williams, Alvin Richard, Hunter Jimenez, Rose Romano, Majorie Joseph, Mona Lisa Hilaire, Anthony Lagano, Grace Lagano, Audrey English, Nadine Graham, Karon Osson, Marva McNeil, Amos Ozell Thornton, Carrie Norman, Emmaline Holmes, Amanda Hall, Marie Salomon, Eileen Boyke, Elaine St. Bernard, Maxine Campbell–Reid, Bienvena Houenou, John Zozzaro, Constance Paul, Lucinda Thor-ton, Debora Corren, Marie Edwige Moise, Magdalin James, Marlene Alphonso, Errol Albert, Yvette Cardenas-Joseph, Lenora Whittle-Gomas, Doreen Alexander, Ella Hunte, Bertram & Dolores Lovell, Patrice Layne, Phyllis Joseph, Sandra McKessey, Cai Henry, Julian Johnson, Guy Dupeoux, Francesca Francis, Isaac Koeing, Chrissy Buttigieg, John Napo-lillo, Guytaud Leandre, Sybil Carmichael, Joe Roberti, Shelia Bowen, Sylvia Marshall, Marcia Clifton, Michel Caliber, Kevin Cubero, Edmar Hopkinson, Dara Abraham, Rene Charles, , Jean–Jacques, Ann Walker, Jennifer Abraham, Nyamarie Abraham, Sharon Jones, Martinez, Marie France Badin

Kindly notify the rectory with any updates.

St. Therese of Lisieux Upcoming Events/Fundraisers for

2017—2018 At-A-Glance Keep checking the bulletin for more information on each event.

DATE/TIME EVENT LOCATION

2017 Saturday,

August 26th Youth Rally

School Auditorium

Saturday, September 10th

Annual Youth Back to School

Mass Church/School

Saturday, September 16th

Retirement Celebration

School Auditorium

Sunday, September 17th, 2017 from 2pm-

6pm

Catholic Daughters of the

Americas

Buckley’s Restaurant

2018

October 7-16 Pilgrimage to the

Holy Land Nazareth, Cana, Jerusa-

lem and much more

TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME “Woman, you have great faith.” It takes faith to

hear God’s call in our lives. And His call takes us on unexpected paths of deeper trust and love. Is

God calling you to life as sister, brother, deacon or priest? Contact the Vocation Office at

(718) 827-2454 or email: vocations@diobrook.org.

VOCATION MINISTRY

Visit our website at www.stthereselisieuxchurch.org

to see bulletins, event pictures, registration forms,

ministries and more.

WORDS OF ST.THERESE OF LISIEUX

“Without love, deeds, even the most brilliant, count as nothing.”

― Thérèse de Lisieux Story of A Soul

CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUPS Christ is Risen, Alleluia!!!

The English Prayer Group gathers on Monday evening at 7:45pm in the school

gymnasium. ++++++++

The Haitian Prayer Group gathers on Monday evening at 7:45pm in the

Convent Chapel . We welcome you to join us in praise, worship, a

little fellowship and encouragement.

Marjorie Joseph Louise Mayfield Delmond James

Sharlene Seisas-Rincher

YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT CORNER

YOUTH RALLY On Saturday, August 26, 2017 Theme: What are you Seeking?

Location & Time: St. Therese of Lisieux Church 4402 Avenue D. Brooklyn, NY 11203

From 10:00am– 5:00pm There will be worship, activities, food,

performances, speakers, workshops, music and giveaways.

Age:14 and over FREE ONE-DAY EVENT

YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS!!! Sponsored by: The National Center

of the Haitian Apostolate For more information contact Brother Tob at 631-889-0664.

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CALLING ALL YOUNG PEOPLE!!!!!!!!!!!

Our Holy Father, Pope Francis, wants to hear from young adults (18-39 years old).

We encourage all young people to take an anonymous survey

Go to www.dioceseofbrooklyn.org

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BAPTISM SCHEDULE To have your children receive

the Sacrament of Baptism, at least one parent and one godparent must be

Catholic.

For registration, parents must bring a copy of the child’s Birth Certificate. Godparents

must bring to registration a signed and stamped sponsor letter from the church they

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BAPTISM SCHEDULE FOR 2017

October/ November

Registration : Wednesday, October 18th, 2017 at 7:30PM

First Baptism Class : Wednesday, November 1st at 7:30PM

Second Baptism Class : Wednesday, November 8th at 7:30PM

Baptism Ceremony : Saturday, November 11th at 1:00PM (English)

Saturday, November 18th at 1:00PM (Creole)

Number of Parishioners and Friends present for August 5th & August 6th

Saturday (Samedi) 5pm Mass: 77

Sunday (Dimanche): 10:00am Mass: 250 12Noon Mass: 193

Total: 520

Number of Parishioners and Friends present for

August 12th & August 13th

Saturday (Samedi) 5pm Mass: 95

Sunday (Dimanche): 10:00am Mass: 297 12Noon Mass: 78

Total: 470

Collections received for August 5th & August 6th

Tithing Envelopes: Saturday (Samedi)

5pm: $1,325.00

Sunday (Dimanche): 10:00am Mass: $2,325.00 12Noon Mass: $1,072.00

Total = $4,722.00

Collections received for August 12th & August 13th

Tithing Envelopes: Saturday (Samedi)

5pm: $1,694.00

Sunday (Dimanche): 10:00am Mass: $3,662.00

12Noon Mass: $748.00

Total = $6,104.00

Currently we have 1,400 registered parishioners

SUNDAY OFFERINGS

2017 ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL

Diocese of Brooklyn ! Annual Catholic Appeal 2017 Live in Faith Give in Love

Our Parish Goal: $54,704.00 Amount Pledged: $52,731.00

Received: $35,498.00 Donors: 170 Amount of Goal Received 64.89%

PREVENTING HOMELESSNESS Do you need help paying back rent?

Are you about to be evicted? Are you in Housing Court?

Home Base may be able to help.

Join us for information, and see if you are eligible for HomeBase Services at St. Therese of Lisieux Food Pantry.

Tuesday, August 22, 2017 from 10:30am-12:30pm

4402 Avenue D Brooklyn, NY 11203

Please Contact our HomeBase Office if you have any questions: 718-622-7323

RETIREMENT CELEBRATION for Sr. Lynn, Sr. Paulette

and Sr. Pat on Saturday, September 16th at the 5pm mass.

Light refreshments will be served in the school auditorium after mass.

Please contact the rectory office at 718-451-1500 to RSVP.

August 20 and 27 Weekly Offering

Overall collection increased by $ 1,382.00 across the weeks indicated above.

THE CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS COURT MARIA

Mater #1751 cordially invite you to their

ANNUAL LUNCHEON to be held at Buckley's Restaurant, 2926 Avenue S (on the corner of Nostrand Avenue),

Brooklyn, New York on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17th, 2017

from 2PM-6PM.

Adult/Child Ticket: $55.00 Come and enjoy an evening of relaxation, raffles

and much, much more. Tickets can be obtained from:

Gem McAlmont 917-312-0974 Marcia Pearson: 347-439-0807 or any member of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas .

ANNUAL YOUTH BACK

TO SCHOOL MASS All parishioners are invited to join the Catholic

faith communities of Holy Family, Holy Cross,

Holy Innocents, Our Lady of Miracles, Our Lady

of Refuge, St. Catherine of Genoa, St. Jerome,

St. Jude, St. Laurence, and St. Therese of Lisieux for the annual

Youth Back to School Mass, to be held on

Sunday September 10, 2017 at 4:00 pm at

St. Therese of Lisieux. A reception will follow in the auditorium,

and gifts will be distributed to all youth in attendance.

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ATTENTION ALL MINISTRY LEADERS

If you would like to advertise your upcoming events in the parish bulletin, please bring a hard copy to the

Rectory Office or by email and fax. Deadline is Tuesday by 12noon.

If you are sending by email or fax, please call to make sure that we have received your information.

Email: stthereselis@gmail.com Fax #: 718-451-1502

AVAILABLE AT THE RECTORY OFFICE

The 2017 At Home with the Word Book Large Print Edition: $10.00

Pierre Toussaint: Apostle of Old New York Story

English Book: $ 15.00 French: $10.00

SCHOOL NEWS

Universal Pre-K Seats available ~ in a

Catholic School Environment here at St. Catherine of Genoa~

St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Academy 4410 Avenue D, Brooklyn, NY 11203

Phone:# 718-629-9330 Visit our Website: Scgstl.org

Catherine of Genoa~ St. Therese of Lisieux

Catholic Academy Forming a Lens for Learning, Living and Leading

2017-2018 Registration is Open

Take Another Look! All of our many programs are offered in a faith-based, safe, nurturing environment

FREE Morning Care and Breakfast After School Program

Latin and Greek Root Challenge Music, Fine Arts and Honors Programs

We’re saving a seat for you !

Schedule a personal tour of St Catherine of Genoa ~ St Therese of Lisieux

Catholic Academy with Principal Sr. Paulette Pollina at 718.629.9330

4410 Avenue D, Brooklyn, NY 11203 Email: scgstl.org

DISCOVER AFFORDABLE EXCELLENCE

Be Generous Envelopes are available from our

Ushers at church doors. Please return your envelope on

Sunday, October 1st, 2017

FREE PRE-K

St. Therese of Lisieux R.C. Church

Legions of Mary Our Lady of Fatima

100th Anniversary Celebration

Let’s Do What Our Lady Asks!

During this special 100th anniversary celebration, consider making a commitment to one or more of these requests made by Our Lady during her apparitions in Fatima:

Pray the Rosary Daily Offer Sacrifice for Sinners Consecration and Devotion to the Immaculate

Heart of Mary First Five Saturdays Devotion

Starting June 13th, 2017 through October 13th, 2017, we will gather by the Statue of Mary to pray at 7pm. Please see dates below:

Wednesday, September 13th, 2017 Friday, October 13th, 2017