SAINT PATRICK

Second Sunday of Advent December 6, 2015

26 Hunter Street Highland Mills, New York 10930

SERVED BY Rev. Charles S. Szivos, Pastor Rev. Robert Ginel, Parochial Vicar Deacon Paul Weireter Rev. Gerard P. Travers, Pastor Emeritus

THE SACRAMENT OF THE EUCHARIST

Sunday Saturday Evening Anticipated Mass ......................5:30 PM Saturday Evening (Misa en Espanol).................7:00 PM Sunday Morning........ 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM, 12:00 Noon

Weekday Monday thru Saturday.................................................9:00 AM

Holy Days of Obligation Vigil Mass ...........................................................................5:30 PM Holy Day......................................................9:00 AM & 7:30 PM

ROSARY: Recited Monday thru Saturday after 9:00 AM Mass

NOVENA: Every Monday morning after the 9:00 AM Mass the Miraculous Medal Novena is prayed.

FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION: Every First Friday after the 9:00 AM Mass until 11:00 AM concluding with Benediction.

PARISH OFFICE Located in the Parish Center next to the C.C.D. Office….928-6027 928-2982 - fax Monday thru Thursday....................... 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM Friday ................................................................9:30 to 11:30 AM

PARISH RECTORY 26 Hunter Street...........................................................928-9219

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM....................928-6688 928-2982 - fax

YOUTH GROUP..........................................................….928-9219

Saint Patrick Parish is a Christian community of disciples in the Roman Catholic tradition, called by Jesus, united in Eucharistic worship and growing in faith, hope and love. Nourished through the sacraments and strengthened by God’s transforming love, we are empowered to know the gospel message and to bear witness to others. As Christian stewards, we are thankful for God’s many gifts and we commit ourselves to share our time, talent and treasure in Christ-like service within our parish com-munity and beyond. We seek God’s blessing and guidance to be faithful to this mission.

MISSION STATEMENT

THE SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Confessions are heard on Sat-urday afternoon from 4:30 to 5:15 PM and anytime upon reasonable request. THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Second & fourth Sundays at 1:00 PM. Expectant parents may contact the parish office to arrange for the baptism seminar class on the third Thursday of every month. The class is held in the Religious Education Building, Room 7 at 7:30 PM. Adults are baptized and confirmed at the Easter Vigil after completing the stages of the Rite of Christian Initiation. RCIA – Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults: A process for those who wish to enter the Catholic Faith, or for present Catholic individuals who after being baptized need to receive the sacraments of Holy Eucharist and Confirmation. For more information, please call our Parish Office. THE SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Since Catholic marriage requires a time of preparation, arrangements should begin at least six months before the proposed date of the wedding to allow for the Marriage Preparation Program and Natural Family Planning (NFP). PASTORAL CARE OF THE SICK: If you are planning to enter the hospital for surgery, experiencing a prolonged or serious illness, or home-bound, call the parish office to arrange for the sacraments of recon-ciliation, communion and anointing at home. Communal anointing of the sick is celebrated at Mass during the Advent and Lenten seasons. WELCOME TO NEW PARISHIONERS: The Saint Patrick faith community warmly welcomes you! Please introduce yourself to the celebrant of the mass you are attending as you leave the church so that, on behalf of the entire community, you may be welcomed. You can register at the parish office and receive any information needed from the office receptionist.

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SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT

MASS INTENTIONS

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2015 7:30 For the People of the Parish 9:00 Anita M. Fischer By Carla & Ralph Mancino 10:30 Karolina Barbara Ogonowski By Hieronim Rudzinski & Family 12:00 John Simons By the Rice Family MONDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2015 9:00 Frank Mahedy By Bernadette McDermott 5:30 For the People of the Parish TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2015 9:00 John Spear & John Duane By Margo Cavanagh 5:30 Lorraine Moen By the Spitale Family WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2015 9:00 Beverly Keegan By Valerie Keegan THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2015 9:00 Helen Williams By the Coyle Family FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2015 9:00 Mark M. Ward By Ellen & Jim Ward & Family SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2015

9:00 Josepine Porco By Bob & Rose Colbert 5:30 Catherine C. Torrisi By Husband & Sons

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2015 7:30 For the People of the Parish 9:00 Mary Bonetti By Carla & Ralph Mancino 10:30 Mary Bennett By Family 12:00 Anthony Kaider By Daughter

HYMNS FOR THIS WEEKEND

Entrance: On Jordan’s Bank BB-40 Preparation of the Gifts: A Voice Cries Out BB-45 Communion Chant: Like a Shepherd BB-612 Communion Chant 2: Taste and See BB-341

Sending Forth: Every Valley BB-70

Baptisms

Isabel R. Donato Daughter of James & Amy Donato

Samantha T. Ramon

Daughter of Robert and Jessica Ramon

Welcome, new children of God.

DECEMBER 6, 2015

SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT

First Reading: Baruch 5:1-9 Baruch tells Jerusalem to rejoice because of God's plan to bring his exiled people back to Jerusalem. He emphasizes God's power and describes his plan to lower mountains and fill gorges to make their journey easier. Second Reading: Philippians 1:4-6, 8-11 Paul encourages the Philippians to love each other completely. He hopes that their love and understanding will continue to grow so that they are prepared for the return of Christ. Gospel: Luke 3:1-6 Luke describes the work John the Baptist carried out to help people prepare for the birth of Jesus. Luke also discusses who was in power at the time, which helped historians to figure out the exact dates of certain events, including Jesus' birth.

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Called home to God

Esther Marie Eiler November 24, 2015

May her soul rest in peace.

From the desk of Fr. Ginel

Taking our cue from how God prepared His people, Israel, for the day when He would bring them back from exile to Jerusalem, we see that He promises to level the way for that return by lowering the high places and filling in the valleys. This image refers in large part to that fact that not just the Israelites, but that anyone who desires to encounter God, must follow His way toward himself. Now His people and we must trust his providential guidance as He points the way in our journey toward the Divine encounter. After as many centuries having passed, St. Paul in his letter to the Philippians, encourages them to live a life of love, as the right way (or road) in which they can confidently encounter Christ when he returns in glory. Such a life can give us the assurance of an encounter with Jesus that would cast out fear and bring us joy when Jesus comes again. In St. Luke’s Gospel, John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus’ public manifestation. In this, St. Luke, in a sense, is pointing the way for how we should celebrate Jesus’ birth. There should always be trust in God’s fulfillment of His promise and how we should always be prepared to meet Him with lives lived in love and humble service to each other just as the Divine Son humbled himself in the Incarnation. Just as Jesus humbled himself to his parents and human authority, so shall we do likewise to humble ourselves to God’s authority, for in doing so He will lead us on the road back to himself! Have a great week! Father Ginel

Holy Day of Obligation

Tuesday, December 8th is The Feast of the Immaculate Conception, Patroness of the United States. It is a Holy Day of Obligation. The Mass schedule is as follows:

Monday Vigil: 5:30pm Tuesday: 9am and 7:30pm.

Christmas Eve / Christmas Day Masses

If you are a Eucharistic Minister, Lector or Altar Server and would like to participate in the masses for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, please stop by the Sacristy. There is a sign-up form for the different Masses. For more information please call the Parish Office at (845)928-6027.

St. Patrick’s

Religious Education News

The Religious Ed. Shamrocks Program is looking for more aide volunteers to assist with the program. If you would like to volunteer or for more information, please call the office at (845) 928-6688.

ALTAR ROSARY SOCIETY NEWS

The Rosary Altar Society holds meetings every first Saturday, after 9am Mass, following the Rosary. We are looking for new members to enlighten our ministry to the Blessed Virgin Mary. All who may be willing to serve, please contact Debbie Caldwell at 928-7681.

ADULT BIBLE STUDY

Our last meeting will be Dec. 19th, and this will be a social Christmas potluck. We meet between 7:30 and 9:00 pm in Room 10 of the Parish Center. We will resume our meetings next season. Merry Christmas to all and a safe, happy and healthy new year.

AA MEETINGS

Every Monday, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm and Wednesday, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm and 7:45 pm – 8:45 pm, Double Meeting, in the Lower Church Hall.

St. Patrick’s RCIA

Do you know someone interested in entering into full communion with the Roman Catholic Church? Were you or someone you know baptized as a Roman Catholic but did not receive the sacraments of Holy Eucharist or Confirmation? Have you been wishing for a fuller understanding of all that the Catholic Church believes and teaches to be true? Please join us for one of our meetings of the RCIA program, Sundays, at 9 am, at the Parish Center (Rel. Ed. Build.) in Rm. 10. Support is also needed in the roles of sponsors for candidates, team members, and hospitality (donating and setting up coffee and pastries on a rotating basis). For more information, questions or to register in any capacity for the RCIA, please call: Mike Manza @ (845)541-1527 or Father Charlie at (845)928-6027

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Angel Giving Tree 2015

The response to our Angel Giving Tree has been tremendous. It is wonderful that so many families make this a part of their annual Advent tradition. Please remember that each tag represents an actual person in need. We are hoping to ensure that all wishes are granted. If you took a tag and misplaced it or are not able to fulfill that wish, please let us know. Place all gift in gift bags and securely fasten the tag with the written side visible. All gifts are due back to St. Patrick’s Church no later than Sunday, Dec. 13th. Theresa -- tweissburg@optimum.net or 781-0347

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Annual Christmas Party Now at the Woodbury Senior Center

The Annual Woodbury Christmas Party will be held on December 12th from 4 – 6 pm in the Woodbury Senior Center located in Highland Mills. Bring the kids and let them enjoy snacks, crafts, music and a special visit from Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus and their elves.

Highland Mills Food Pantry

Please place an item, or more, in the basket at our church entrance. The Highland Mills Methodist Church is open Fridays from 11am – 12 noon for people to receive food packages. The pantry serves between 30-40 Woodbuty families every week. For more information, call 928-6177

Prayer for the Unborn Jesus, Mary and Joseph, I love you very much. I beg you to spare the life of the unborn child, that I have spiritually adopted, who is in danger of abortion. (Please offer this prayer daily for the unborn.)

St. Patrick’s Music & Notes

Attention All Youth of the Parish

Each year, the youth of our parish participate in Christmas Eve Mass through the offering of their beautiful gift of music. It will soon be time to begin our preparations for Christmas! Singers and instrumentalists will be needed. Our rehearsals will take place on Saturday mornings and will be held in the lower level of the Church. The rehearsal schedule is as follows: Sat., Dec. 5 & 12, 2015 – 8:30 am– 10:30 am Sat., Dec. 19, 2015 – 8:30 am – 10:45 am Tues., Dec. 22, 2015 – 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm All participants are asked to report to the Saturday rehearsals at 8:30am. Singers will be dismissed at approximateley 9:30am while instrumentalists will finish at 10:30am. We are asking for parental support to insure that your child participates in at least a majority of the rehearsals. Our Christmas Eve Youth Mass will take place at 6:00pm. All participants sing as part of the chorus. Children, as young as grade 2, can participate as a singer in this group. Interested youth can also participate as an instrumentalist. Anyone interested in playing an instrument should be no younger than 5, have been playing or studying their instrument for at least one year, and be able to play the G-major, D-major, F-major, and Bb major scales. If you are interested in participating, please plan to attend our first rehearsal on Dec. 5th. At this first rehearsal, additional rehearsal details will be distributed. If you cannot attend this first rehearsal but wish to participate on Christmas Eve, please contact Erich Tusch at etusch@stpatrickny.org.

St. Patrick’s Music & Notes

St. Patrick’s Choir to Sing the Messiah at West Point

Members of the choir of St. Patrick’s will participate in the 57th annual performance of the Christmas section of G.F. Handel’s famous Messiah. Featuring a choir of hundreds of voices, a chamber orchestra, professional soloists, and the largest church pipe organ in the world, this concert is an annual highlight of the Christmas season, and depicts the wonderful story of our Savior’s birth, in a most memorable way. The concert will take place on Sunday, December 6, 2015, at 3:30 pm, in the West Point Cadet Chapel. Admission is free, however, you are urged to arrive early to allow time for the required security check-in and to find parking. I promise you will not be disappointed!

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