Church of Saint Mary Parish Bulletin: March 23, 2025
Parish Mission Statement
We, the community of Saint Mary’s, Manhasset, building on our rich heritage of Catholic faith and tradition, center ourselves in the Eucharist and honor God in proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Guided by the Holy Spirit, we seek to be the presence of Christ through our liturgical, educational and social ministries. We dedicate our time, talent and treasure to the service of all as we build the kingdom of God in our world. We commit to this mission in the name of Jesus Christ.
Church of Saint Mary
1300 Northern Boulevard
Manhasset, New York 11030 (516) 627-0385
Fax (516) 627-6070 www.saintmarysmanhasset.org
Schedule of Masses
Tursday 7:00 AM (when school is in session)
Monday–Friday 9:00 AM
Saturday 9:00 AM, 5:00 PM
Sunday 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 Noon
Sacrament of Penance
Saturdays from 4:00-4:45 PM and by appointment. Please call 627-0385.
Anointing of the Sick Te Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is celebrated in the Chapel on the second Sunday of the month following the 10:30 AM Mass. If you are unable to come to Church, please call the Parish Ofce to make arrangements for Anointing or to receive the Eucharist.
Parish Ofce
627-0385 | Fax 627-6070
Monday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday - Friday 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday - (phone only) 10:00 AM–1:30 PM
Sunday 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
E-mail: information@stmary.ws
Good Samaritan House
365-2705
Monday-Wednesday-Tursday 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
E-mail: kkosciusko@stmary.ws St. Vincent de Paul Society: svdp@stmary.ws
Religious Education
627-4028
Monday 12:00 Noon-8:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday and Tursday 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Closed on Friday
PARISH DIRECTORY
Pastoral Staf
Rev. Fr. Robert A. Romeo Pastor 627-0385 | ext. 1004 pastor@stmary.ws
Rob Cammarata Director of Operations 627-0385 | ext. 1037 rcammarata@stmary.ws
Jane Cliford Bulletin Editor bulletin@stmary.ws
Marie T. Granieri
Director of Religious Education 627-4028 | ext. 1127 releddirector@stmary.ws
Kathleen Kosciusko Director of Parish Social Ministry 627-0385 | ext. 1126 kkosciusko@stmary.ws
Jennifer LaChance Ofce Manager
627-0385 | ext. 1000 information@stmary.ws
Daniel Maimone Music Director 627-0385 | ext. 1021 dmaimone@saintmarysmanhasset.org
Vanessa Quiros
Parish Ofce
627-0385 | ext. 1008 vquiros@stmary.ws
Te Schools of Saint Mary Nursery through 12th Grade
Very Rev. Dom Daniel Nash, Can. Reg. President 627-2711 president@stmary.ws
Norma Ragalli Staford Director of Admissions 627-2711 | ext 1084 nstaford@stmary.ws
Eileen M. Symmons ’82, ’86 Director of Communications 627-2711 esymmons@stmary.ws
Kiera Gmelich Walsh Director of Alumni and Parent Relations 627-2711 | ext. 1162 kwalsh@stmary.ws
Sarah de Venoge Grifn ’02, ’06 Liaison for School Relations sgrifn@saintmarysmanhasset.org
St. Mary’s Elementary School 627-0184 www.stmary11030.org
Teresa A. Kemp Principal tkemp@stmary11030.org
St. Mary’s High School 627-2711 www.saintmaryshs.org
Gerard J. Buckley Principal gbuckley@saintmaryshs.org
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Masses and Special Intentions
Maria DeAngelis
Donna Chesney
Erica Klock
Mason
Gabriel & Frances Romeo
Ann Shields
Nina Principe
Cole Marguglio
Richard & Mary Atkinson
Anthony Polizzi
Kathy Dellis-Stover
Neil Gillis
Pamela Gallo
Allison Azzara
Sarah Praay
Agnes Gaus
Glenn LaChance
Christine Marchese
Gerald Schmaedick
Jon Jodka
Heather Smolowik
Teresa Malysa
Ronald Grubert
Maureen Butler
Remo Tozzi
Names will remain on the list for three months. Please email bulletin@stmary.ws if you would like to continue with the listing.
Barbara M. Amato
Louise Lizana
Anthony Stabile
125th Brigade Support Battalion
23rd Marine Regiment
25th Marine Regiment
2-4 GSAB Task Force Mustang
2-211th GSAB Task Force War Horse
51st Security Force Squadron
75th Ranger Regiment
82nd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron
Alacqua, Alexander, CPT, USA
Amerson, Jason, CPT, USA
Anderson, Michael, 1LT, USA
Arnold, James, LCpl, USMC
Arnoux, Seraph, PFC, USA
Avasthi, David, Capt, USAF
Baber, Joseph, Maj, USAF
Blake, Julia, Cadet, USN
Broderick, Evan, SGT, USA
Broderick, Steven, SN, USN
Brodie, Virgina H., 2ndLt, USMC
Brown, Jason, SGT, USA
Casazza, Jack, 2nd Lt, USMC
Collins, Matthew, LT, USN
Fontanetta, Joseph, Maj, USMC
Grubert, Sean, LCpl, USMC
Grygiel, Jack, MIDN, USN
Hannan, Jack, ENS, USN
Hayes, Andrew, Capt, USMC
Hellman, Tomas, 2d Lt, USSF
Higgins, James, GySgt, USMC
Hilton, Justin, SGT, USA
Hilton, Nathaniel, SGT, USA
Horner, Brian G., 1stLt, USMC
Howard, Edward M., GySgt, USMC
Jones, Scott B., LT, USN
Jones, Katherine L., LTJG, USN
Kennedy, Michael, Col, USAF
LaManna, Vincent S., Jr., PVT, USA
Landolphi, Michael, ENS, USN
Lanza, Anthony E., LtCol, USMC
Madden, Michael E., Major, USAF
Major, A. Edward, III, LTC, USA
Marine Medium Tilt Rotor Squadron 161
Marine Transport Squadron 352
McGorry, Patrick F., HM2, USN
McKievear, Gary, LT, USA
Millau, Jefrey, PFC, USMC
Morris, Jr., Brian J., ENS, USN
O’Leary, Jason, SSgt, USAF
Quinn, Anthony, Jr., SGT, USA
Richardson, Timothy, PV2, USA
Radman, Paul Cpl, USMC
Rodi, Caroline G., CAPT, USN
Saville, John A., ENS, USN
Sharkey, John J., LtCol, USMC
Spivak III, Edmund, Capt, USAF
Sweeney, Timothy, CPT, USA
Swersky, Roberto, Capt, USMC
Tafone, Samantha, SGT, USA
Ullrich, Kenneth C., HN, USN
Unger, Matthew J., SPC, USA
Vachris, Madison, LT, USN
Wood, Kelly, BMSR, USN
If you have a service member that you would like to add to this list please e-mail bulletin@stmary.ws. Please include name, rank and branch of service.
Te Tird Sunday of Lent | March 23, 2025
Masses for the Week
Monday, March 24th
Lenten Weekday
2 Kgs 5:1-15b, Lk 4:24-30
9:00 AM | Tomas J. Milone
Tuesday, March 25th
Te Annunciation of the Lord
Is 7:10-14, 8:10, Heb 10:4-10, Lk 1:26-38
9:00 AM | Anthony Infrate (living)
Wednesday, March 26th
Lenten Weekday
Dt 4:1, 5-9, Mt 5:17-19
9:00 AM | Veronica Brooks
Tursday, March 27th
Lenten Weekday
Jer 7:23-28, Lk 11:14-23
7:00 AM | Vincent Quayle
9:00 AM | Jill Baldassi Jasper
Friday, March 28th
Lenten Weekday
Hos 14:2-10, Mk 12:28-34
9:00 AM | Richard Masterson
Saturday, March 29th
Lenten Weekday
Hos 6:1-6, Lk 18:9-14
9:00 AM | Lucille Lukin
5:00 PM | Peter Striano
Tomas J. Flynn, Sr.
Tomas Milone
Marie Sweeney
Apostolos Liappas
George Grundman
Diane Heilman
Sunday, March 30th
Te Fourth Sunday of Lent Laetare Sunday
Jos 5:9a, 10-12, 2 Cor 5:17-21, Lk 15:1-3, 11-32
7:30 AM | Jay Wilt
9:00 AM | People of the Parish 10:30 AM | William Hopkins
12:00 Noon | Eugene Rorke
Lina Sciotti
Nicholas & Arlene D’Arienzo
John & Sheila Gillespie
Michael A. Sforza
Connie Soviero
Susan Kendall
Cover art: Byzantine icon of the miracle of the fg.
Artist: Unknown.
Dear Parishioners,
Tis great and holy season of Lent is a time that the Church ofers to us for deepening our relationship with the Lord by prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, but also as a time to encounter the Lord through our sacramental life. Confession, reading of Sacred Scripture, and the Stations of the Cross are some of the moments of Liturgy that focus on our relationship with Jesus. Te church building should be seen in a context of starkness. During this time, fowers are not permitted in the church. Tis minimalism should help to remove any distraction and, like a desert experience, draw our focus to what is truly necessary and important. At Mass, we use the longer Penitential Rite with the addition of the ancient Greek Kyrie, eleison. Te Holy, Holy and the Lamb of God are chanted in Latin, the mother language of the Roman Rite. Tese changes from routine are meant to make us aware of the uniqueness of this season.
Te General Instruction of the Roman Missal recommends that as the Church moves closer to the great celebration of the Resurrection of the Lord at Easter, our joyful anticipation should increase. One of the practices of the Church, which unfortunately has fallen out of favor, is the covering of crosses and images of the saints. Tis practice is being looked at again as an external action that can touch our internal relationship with the Lord. It is called to begin on the Fifth Sunday of Lent, which used to be the beginning of what was known as the Passiontide. Te term has been removed and now joined to Palm Sunday (the following weekend) with the more inclusive name of Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord. While it is no longer called the Passiontide, the readings of the 5th Sunday of Lent do speak of the sufering of Jesus.
Te rubrics can guide us in the practices of this season.. In the Roman Missal, we fnd the instruction,
“In the Dioceses of the United States, the practice of covering crosses and images throughout the church from [the ffth] Sunday [of Lent] should be observed. Crosses remain covered until the end of the Celebration of the Lord’s Passion on Good Friday, but other images remain covered until the beginning of the Easter Vigil.”
It might seem strange that during the most sacred time of year, Catholics cover everything that is beautiful in their churches, even the crucifx. Shouldn’t we be looking at the painful scene at Calvary while we listen to the Passion narrative on Palm Sunday?
While it may appear counterintuitive to veil statues and images during the fnal weeks of Lent, the Church recommends this practice to heighten our senses and build a longing for Easter Sunday within us. It is a tradition that should not only be carried out in our local parish, but can also be a fruitful activity for the “domestic church.”
Te Church will certainly look diferent and maybe even strange at frst, but these, hopefully, will become teaching moments.
First of all, we use veils to alert us to the special time that we are in. When we walk into church and notice everything is covered, we immediately know that something is diferent. Tese last two weeks of Lent are meant to be a time of immediate preparation for the Sacred Triduum and these veils are a powerful reminder to get ready.
Secondly, the veils focus our attention on the words being said at Mass. When we listen to the Passion narrative, our senses are allowed to focus on the striking words from the Gospel and truly enter into the scene.
Tird, the Church uses veils to produce a heightened sense of anticipation for Easter Sunday. And therein lies the whole point: the veils are not meant to be there forever. Te images need to be unveiled; it is unnatural for them to be covered.
Te unveiling before the Easter Vigil is a great reminder of our own life on earth. We live in a “veiled” world, in exile from our true home. It is only through our own death that the veil is lifted and we are fnally able to see the beauty of everything in our lives.
I encourage you to use this tradition at home. Cover any of your crosses or images of the saints and explain it to the young ones. Tis tradition can be used as a learning tool for children. Explain this custom to your children and encourage your family to engage in this Lenten practice. It is easy for children to become distracted by the things we receive at Easter. But Lent is an important time of preparation for the celebration of the Resurrection of Christ that deserves much more attention. It is also important to see the connection between the domestic (home) church and the worshipping church. Tis, like the Advent Wreath, can become a great connection for our young people. You may want to consider this beautiful practice.
When you come into church on the Fifth Sunday of Lent ( April 5th and 6th) these beautiful aids for Lent will be in place.
A reminder that Stations of the Cross are prayed each Friday evening in the church at 7:00 PM.
In Jesus, our Sufering Lord, Fr. Bob
J Stewards of God’s Gifts
Tis Lenten season, consider making a gift to the Catholic Ministries Appeal as your way of practicing almsgiving.
Living Stewardship ~ Pillar of Hospitality: Hospitality helps bring others to the Lord. How are you hospitable to your neighbors, co-workers, pupils, etc.?
Te collection for Sunday, March 16, 2025 amounted to $24,152.00
Te collection for Sunday, March 17, 2024 amounted to $25,916.00
Have you enrolled yet? Visit www.faithdirect.net. Our parish code is NY281.
We Care for Our Parish Community
Baptism
We celebrate Baptism at 1:30 PM on the second Sunday of the month and at 12:30 PM on the fourth Saturday of the month as scheduled. Please call the Parish Ofce at least one month in advance to see if a date is available and to arrange to fll out pre-baptismal paperwork. New parents are required to attend a Baptism preparation session held once every month. Tose chosen as sponsors for Baptism should lead lives in harmony with the Catholic faith and the role of Godparent.”
Marriage
At least six months before you plan to be married and before you make arrangements for the reception, please make an appointment with one of the priests to begin the necessary preparations.
Children’s Education
Saint Mary’s Elementary School ofers excellent education in the spirit of the Gospel from grades N, Pre-K to Eighth grade. For information call 627-0184.
Empowering Character, Innovation and Leadership in our students, Saint Mary’s High School is a dynamic, contemporary, Catholic value-centered school, combining a commitment to academic excellence and educational innovation, with a passion for learning, and an emphasis on moral character development through the pursuit of truth and discovered in faith and reason. For information call 627-2711.
The Religious Education Program provides excellent formation in the Catholic Faith for children in public or private schools. Preparation for First Holy Communion and Confrmation requires two years. Classes are held at St. Mary’s for Grades 1 through 5 on Tuesdays and Tursdays
4:30-5:30 PM. Classes also meet on Sundays from 9:3010:20 AM for Grades 1 through 8 and on Mondays from 7:00-8:00 PM for Grades 6, 7 and 8. We also ofer the option of an online home program for Grades 1 through 7. For information about Grades 1-8 call 627-4028 or email Mrs. Marie Granieri at releddirector@stmary.ws.
Parish Social Ministry
We care for our sisters and brothers through our Parish Social Ministry and Food Pantry. For information call 365-2705.
Respect Life Ministry
We strive to help build a civilization of love and life that upholds the dignity and inviolability of all innocent human life, seeks objective moral Truth, embraces the value of redemptive sufering, and yearns for the fullness of life in eternal communion with God the Creator. For more information, email RespectLife@StMary.ws.
New Parishioners
We welcome new members to the Catholic Church and to Saint Mary’s Parish. If you are new in the area or interested in learning more about the Catholic faith, please call the Parish Ofce.
Opportunities For Prayer
Te Church is open Monday to Friday until 8:45 PM, on Saturday until the end of the 5:00 PM Mass, and on Sunday until 6:00 PM. Te Miraculous Medal Novena is said each Monday following the 9:00 AM Mass. Monday to Saturday the Rosary is said following the 9:00 AM Mass. Eucharistic Adoration is held every Monday from 3:00 to 5:00 PM in the Chapel. On First Saturdays, the Scriptural Rosary is recited following the 9:00 AM Mass.
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Rosary Society
Our Mission Statement: Te Rosary Society fosters devotion to Mary through prayer and good works for causes that would be dear to her heart
Invest 20 minutes of your day to pray the Rosary, and see the diference it will make in your life.
If you would like the Rosarians to pray for a special intention, please e-mail us at rosarysociety@stmary.ws.
Women of the Parish Are Invited to Join the Rosary Society
Tinking about joining the Rosary Society? Want to learn more about who we are and what we do? We encourage any woman of the parish who might be interested in joining the Rosary Society to attend an event or a meeting. If you or someone you know is thinking of becoming a Rosarian but are unable to attend the upcoming meeting, reach out via email to rosarysociety@stmary.ws.
New member welcome will be held the evening of April 9th at 6:15 PM during our monthly meeting in the St. John Paul II room. Lite bites will be served. All are welcome. Please let us know if you plan on attending by emailing rosarysociety@stmary.ws.
Tuesday, March 25th - Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord Te story of the Annunciation is recounted in St. Luke’s Gospel in the frst chapter, and describes the news given to Mary by the angel Gabriel that she was to become the Mother of God. “Hail, thou who art highly favored. Te Lord is with thee.” Tis is the origin of the “Hail Mary” prayer of the Most Holy Rosary. Tis feast day calls to mind Our Lady’s YES to God’s will for her life, a moment that changed the course of salvation for the human race.
In celebrating this great Marian feast, let us ask Mary to guide and strengthen all people in embracing God’s plan for their lives by responding with her spirit of humility and complete surrender to God’s will for their lives.
During Lent, Pray the Rosary!
Lent is a perfect time to renew our devotion to Mary as our spiritual mother who cares for us in the midst of challenges and difculties.
One of the oldest known prayers to Mary is called the Sub Tuum Praesidium (“Under Ty Protection”), which goes back to the third or fourth century.:
We fy to your protection, O Holy Mother of God; Despise not our petitions in our necessities, but deliver us always from all dangers, O Glorious and Blessed Virgin. Amen.
Let Mary be our guide this Lent.- Our Lady in Lent
ST. MARY’S GIFT SHOP IS OPEN
S U N D A Y S AFTER THE 9:00, 10:30 AM, & 12:00 NOON MASSES
We have beautiful items for First Communion Confirmation and All Occasions
We are in the Parish Ministry Center below the church. 516-627-0385 ext. 1033
at St. Mary’s
DAILY MASS DURING LENT is celebrated at 9:00 AM Monday through Saturday 7:00 AM on Tursday
EXPOSITION AND ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT WITH BENEDICTION is held on Mondays from 3:00 to 5:00 PM in the Church.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS are held in the Church every Friday at 7:00 PM.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Lent is a special time to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Priests are available for confession each Saturday from 4:00 to 4:45 PM or by appointment. Call the Parish Ofce at 627-0385 to make an appointment.
RECONCILIATION MONDAY
On the Monday of Holy Week, April 14th, confessions will be heard from 2:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:00 to 9:00 PM in all the churches in the Rockville Centre diocese, the Brooklyn diocese and the Archdiocese of New York.
Lenten Soup Supper, hosted by the Daughters of Mary, will take place on Friday, March 28th, prior to the Stations of the Cross. See page 5 of this bulletin for details.
Readings and Questions for Faith Sharing on the Fourth Sunday of Lent
Reading I: Joshua 5:9a, 10-12
No longer was there manna for the Israelites, who that year ate of the yield of the land of Canaan.
Reading II: 2 Corinthians 5:17-21
So we are ambassadors for Christ, as if God were appealing through us.
Gospel: Luke 15:1-3, 11-32
“But now we must celebrate and rejoice, because your brother was dead and has come to life again; he was lost and has been found.”
Question for Adults:
What mission is Christ sending me on as His ambassador?
Question for Children:
When I behave badly at home, do I say I am sorry and seek forgiveness and love from my parents?
Good Samaritan House
Our pantry is running low on the following items:
Grape Jelly
Chef Boyardee
Jarred Pasta Sauce
Juice
Oatmeal
Pancake Syrup
Rice
Crackers
Tuna
Canned Mixed Vegetables
Jell-O
Salad Dressing
Snacks/Cookies
Macaroni & Cheese
Instant Mashed Potatoes
Toilet Paper
Shampoo
Thank you so much for your continued generosity!
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
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NEXT SVDP MEETING IS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2ND, at 7:00 PM in the Saint John Paul II Room. New members are always welcome! We invite you to explore the St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Mary’s Church. Tere are no special qualifcations to join, other than the desire to join with others in helping Neighbors in need. As a group, we meet monthly. Come decide for yourself if God is calling you to this special Ministry.
In today’s Gospel Jesus is quite clear in his message: “bear fruit or be cut down.” Tis Lent we are called to cultivate and fertilize our spiritual lives through prayer, fasting and almsgiving. Trough your almsgiving you are performing a good work; far greater than you think. Know that your nickel, dime or quarter is multiplied by the coins place by others in the St.Vincent de Paul Poor Box.
Our St. Vincent de Paul Conference is able to help our neighbors in need through the generosity of our St. Mary’s parishioners. Each time you donate, either through the collection slots at the doors of the church, or in an envelope marked for St. Vincent de Paul, you are helping our neighbors within St. Mary’s Parish. If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, contact the St. Vincent de Paul Society at 516-627-0385, ext. 1125, or email SVDP@stmary.ws. To donate furniture, clothing or household items, please call the store in Garden City Park at 516-746-8250. Tank you for your continued support.
Respect Life Ministry
Advance Medical Directives: Planning for Your Future
Read the full version at respectlife.org/ advance-directives.
Human life is good and to be protected. All medical decisions ought to reflect this core belief. Yet some medical and legal documents used to define a patient’s future care can be harmful. No matter how wellcrafted, they can’t predict all the possible scenarios and best courses of action. In each set of circumstances, we need to judge whether a given treatment will provide real benefit to the patient, without causing harm or disproportionate burdens. The safest option is to designate a health care agent to make decisions if you become incapable of doing so. It’s best to appoint a responsible, trustworthy person who understands and shares your Catholic values, and can apply them when the need arises.
The safest option is to designate a health care agent
athletic facilities, student resources and technology, and community space.
Saint Mary’s High School: Catholic Highlights of Spain Pilgrimage
During the February Winter break, twenty-four juniors and seniors from Saint Mary’s High School embarked on a ten-day pilgrimage to Spain. The students, along with their chaperones
Mrs. Lipani, Mr. Stalter, Mr. Bevilacque, Mrs. Curran, and her husband, Mr. Curran, spent the ten days visiting the cities of Madrid, Sevilla, Toledo, Granada, Avila, and San Lorenzo. Mr. Bevilacque, our Campus Minister, provided daily updates on the group’s whereabouts as they immersed themselves in the culture, cuisine, architecture, and history by sharing beautiful pictures and recounting the day for those following along on social media. They visited the breathtaking cathedrals and monasteries in each city, many of which were from Medieval times. The students had an opportunity to pray, reflect, and deepen their faith as they learned the history of the Catholic church. One of the unforgettable experiences was in Avila, where they visited Santa Teresa’s home and convent, literally walking where she walked and praying where she prayed. In Madrid, they prayed in the most visited shrine in Spain, Our Lady of Macarena, and saw the classical masterpieces of art in El Prado. Everyone on this pilgrimage returned with a newfound understanding and perspective of the Catholic church and a strengthened faith, a testament to the transformative power of such experiences and the integral role our community plays in our students’ journey.
the February Winter break, twenty-four juniors and seniors from Saint Mary’s School embarked on a to Spain. The students, with their chaperones Mrs. Mr. Mr. Mrs. Curran, and her Mr. Curran, spent the ten days visiting the cities of Madrid, Sevilla, Toledo, Granada, Avila, and San Lorenzo. Mr. our Campus Minister, on the whereabouts as they immersed themselves in the and history by sharing beautiful pictures and the day for those on social media. They visited the cathedrals and monasteries in each many of which were from Medieval times. The students had an to pray, and their faith as learned the history of the Catholic church. One of the experiences was in Avila, where visited Santa Teresa’s home and convent, literally where she walked and praying where she In in the most visited shrine in Our of Macarena, and saw the classical masterpieces of art in El Prado. Everyone on this pilgrimage returned with a newfound and of the Catholic church and a a testament to the transformative power of such and the integral role our community plays in our students’ journey.
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Once again, we extend our heartfelt thanks to all the parishioners, parents, and friends of St. Mary’s High School who participated in the “Catholic Highlights of Spain Raffle” to help raise funds to offset the costs of this trip. Your generosity is not just appreciated, but it is what makes these transformative experiences possible. Next year, St. Mary’s plans to visit Italy, so be sure to foong for news about this pilgrimage!
Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
O gracious Master, infuse in our hearts the spotless light of Your Divine Wisdom and open the eyes of our mind that we may understand the teachings of Your Gospel. Instill in us also the fear of Your blessed commandments, so that having curbed all carnal desires, we may lead a spiritual life, both thinking and doing everything to please You. For You, O Christ, our God, are the enlightenment of our souls and bodies; and to You we render glory, together with Your eternal Father, and with Your all holy, life-creating Spirit, now and ever, and forever.
A Lenten Prayer called the Passion.
Dear Lord Jesus, by Your Passion and Resurrection You brought life to the world. But the glory of the Resurrection came only after the suferings of the Passion. You laid down Your life willingly and gave up everything for us. Your body was broken and fastened to a Cross, Your clothing became the prize of soldiers, your blood ebbed slowly but surely away, and Your Mother was entrusted to the beloved disciple.
Stretched out on the Cross, deprived of all earthly possessions and human aid, You cried out to Your Father that the end had come. You had accomplished the work given You, and You committed into His hands, as a perfect gift, the little life that remained to You.
Lord, teach me to accept all afictions after the example You have given. Let me place my death in Yours and my weakness in Your abandonment, Take hold of me with Your love, that same foolish love that knew no limits, and let me ofer myself to the Father with You so that I may rise with You to eternal life.
Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with Closing Benediction Mondays 3:00 - 5:00 PM in the Church
www.usccb.org/catholic-relief
Next week our parish will take up Te Catholic Relief Services Collection. Funds from this collection provide food to the hungry, support displaced refugees, and bring Christ’s love and mercy to vulnerable people here and abroad. Next week, please give generously to the collection and reveal Christ’s love to those most in need. Learn more about the collection at www.usccb.org/catholic-relief.
Altar Server Training
for new servers (4th grade on up) and Triduum Training for current Altar Servers wishing to serve on Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday, will take place promptly at 5:10 PM in the Church on: Monday, March 24th Monday, April 7th
Any questions, please contact Fr. Rafal at frrafal@saintmarysmanhasset.org or call 516-627-0385, ext. 1010
A NEW YOUTH SERVICE HOURS OPPORTUNITY
Faith Sharing for Service
Good Samaritan House is introducing a new way to obtain service hours. Anyone interested in hours can write a detailed essay in exchange for 1-3 service hours. (Hours given will be based on perceived effort based on the essay.) The essays need to be well thought out and well written. They should be one (1) page single-spaced.
If your essay is selected for publishing in our bulletin, you will not only receive one extra hour of community service, but also have the opportunity to inspire others with your work.
The following essay prompts are designed to help you reflect on your faith journey and share your experiences with the community.
1. Tell us about a time when you saw something or something that took place in your life that made you feel particularly close to God, or that deepened your faith. Describe how it impacted your faith or how it changed your perspective.
2. Select your favorite bible verse or one that you find particularly inspiring or impactful, and tell why the verse moves you. Have you ever used the verse to drive an action or used the verse when making a decision?
3. Describe in your own words how the life of Jesus Christ impacts your walk with God.
4. Who has been a spiritual role model in your life and how?
5. Share an example of a time when you witnessed a miracle or experienced a supernatural intervention.
6. Give an example of when God used your struggles for a greater good.
Please submit your essay along with your name, grade, school, and parent contact info directly to kkosciusko@stmary.ws. Entries are on a rolling basis throughout the year.
We look forward to reading your faith-based experiences and perspectives in the coming months! We encourage you to participate and share your stories. For additional information, please contact Good Samaritan House at 516 365 2705 or email our Director, Kathleen Kosciusko: kkosciusko@stmary.ws.
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY + GOOD SAMARITAN HOUSE, 1300 NORTHERN BLVD. MANHASSET
Knights of Columbus
Father William A. Daly S.J. Council #2122
Serving St. Mary’s Parish in Manhasset and St. Aloysius Parish In Great Neck www.kofc2122.org
What is a Knights of Columbus Family?
We are Catholic families building a bridge to our faith.
Our lives, time, eforts, and resources are dedicated to these values: Charity. Unity. Fraternity. Patriotism.
We come from diferent places, backgrounds, and all stages of life. But the common thread is our Catholic faith. We are Catholic families seeking to improve ourselves and the world. It’s one thing to say who you are. It’s another thing is to live it. Put your values into practice. Become a Knights of Columbus family.
Interested? Please call: Tony Racioppo 917 539 0859 Dan Garcia 516 358 1817
Ladies interested in joining the Columbiettes, please contact Maura Cliford at Maclif56@gmail.com
Mass Intentions Book for
October 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025 opened on Tuesday, March 18th.
Please note our policy whereby you will be able to reserve only two Masses during the first two weeks of the opening of the Mass Intentions Book for the fourth quarter of 2025. After that time, you may reserve any additional Masses for the period. Mass intentions may be requested in person at the Parish Office, Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Sunday 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM or call (516-6270385) or email (information@stmary.ws) for other options.
Please also note the following change in policy due to high demand for Mass intentions: Walkin requests may take precedence on the day of opening. Phone and email requests will be considered in the order received following the morning rush.
Let the little children come to me... (Matt 19:14) All Children Are Invited to Participate in Children’s Liturgy of the Word Every Sunday at the 9:00 AM Mass No registration required No age limits
Interested in becoming a CLOW Prayer Leader? Please contact Jane Cliford at bulletin@stmary. ws or sit in with us on a Sunday. Materials and training are provided; scheduling is fexible.
Second Time
Austin Orlando and Laura Moore St. Mary, Manhasset, NY
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Dr. Pitta (drpatriciapitta.com) is a Clinical and Family Psychologist practicing in Manhasset and is the chair of the Mental Health Ministry of St. Mary’s. She is a professor of psychology at St. John’s University and the former director of the Postgraduate Couple and Family Terapy Program within the department of Psychology. She is a graduate of the Pastoral Formation Institute of Rockville Centre. Dr. Pitta is the author of Solving Modern Family Dilemmas: An Assimilative Terapy Model published by Routledge and Integrative Couple and Family Terapies published by American Psychological Association.
In Session with Dr. Patricia Pitta
Ofering Emotional First Aid to Our Children and Teens
Cast all your anxiety on Him because he cares for you. (1 Peter 5:7)
We have all gone through those times when we feel lost and don’t know what the next step is to help our children and teens who are emotionally upset. We need a frst aid plan. So let get to it: Here are the instructions:
• Listen with full attention.
• Ofer empathy and acknowledge with validating words.
• Give wishes in fantasy.
• Show consistent curiosity about who they are and what they do.
Most important: Keeping the mind and body calm is a foundational essential. We all have anxiety. It is part of the human condition. Only look for solutions when calm. So how do you do this?
For me, it is envisioning a deep ray of light within that embraces my inner organs and heart. It’s the strength of God that flls me. It flls my heart with warmth. Practice praying. Say whatever prayers you know. If you don’t know a prayer, make up your own (below is one you could say). As I feel this inner sense of calm and stability, I know whatever comes my way, I can be calm and think. I will be able to deal with the problem at hand. Tis doesn’t mean I can fx it. It also doesn’t mean I can control the outcome of the situation. Inner calm gives me the strength to be resilient and adaptive to whatever is in front of me. My relationship with God gives me that inner strength to know how to do what I think is the “right thing” for me. If you cannot be calm and come from a position of love, your
efectiveness will falter. Ten follow the steps I outlined above:
Listen with full attention: Make sure you put down your phone. Look your child/teen in the eyes and ofer your full presence.
Repeat what your child/teen is saying. Be mindful to keep your emotions calm and repeat what they say in a loving manner.
Be empathetic. You can be empathetic with a silent nod or just a word like ”I understand, it must be hard, I am with you” and many more.
Give wishes in fantasy. Say things like: I wish I could give you what you want, maybe someday you can get what you want, I know you will feel better someday soon.
Practice mindfulness (use apps to practice relaxation exercises, take deep breaths, pray together, go to www. drpatriciapitta.com and listen to relaxation exercises).You need to calm the mind so you can think with calm and a mind that is informed by love.
Show consistent curiosity about who they are and what they do. We all love attention. Part of attention is when someone is interested in who you are and what you are doing. Te essential point here is not to be invasive. Ask a general question and observe how it is answered. If you get the message that your child/teen does not want to share, you will have to wait until they are ready. I know this is difcult, but you cannot pry it out of them. If there is such silence that communication is not present, it might be good to get professional help at this time especially if you feel your child/teen is in danger, withdrawing into the self, or dealing with depression or anxiety that needs intervention.
So, as you parent your child/teen, you need to fnd a way to keep yourself calm and at peace while dealing with the challenges that are presented, as well as the ability to enjoy the good times. Many people get stuck in the negativity and can’t move forward. No matter what you are going through with your child/ teen, fnd the beauty in them and between you and them by partaking in such activities: singing, dancing, sharing a meal, playing a game, going for a walk or jog, praying, watching a movie that brings you together at the same time. You are trying to fnd a way to deal with the dilemmas at hand. By partaking in such activities, you are practicing and living with resilience as your base and making connections that foster love and strength.
To be resilient is the ability to capture the strength and love of God and to move forward no matter what life brings, utilizing healthy actions and sharing of words. With loving words comes the ability to resolve and fnd peace.
Parents: Once, you come from the position of love, you will be able to show empathy, understanding, curiosity, and validating words informed by less anxiety and a calm position when dealing with dilemmas your child and teens present. Remember there will always be dilemmas; it is a part of life. How we deal with our dilemmas will determine our sense of well-being and that of our families. Te goal is that you and your child/teen thrive alone and together.
My dearest Jesus: Give me the strength to take a deep breath that brings me closer to you and the love you have for me. May I show my child/teen the wisdom to accept the moment and deal with the dilemmas in calm and peace.
Amen
Tird Sunday of Lent
Luke 13:1-9: Jesus told a parable about a person who had a fg tree but it did not bear any fruit. Te person suggested to the gardener to cut down the fg tree. But the gardener said, “Sir, leave it for this year and I shall cultivate the ground around it and fertilize it; it may bear fruit in the future.” We can also bear fruit in our marriage. We need to cultivate and fertilize our relationship. Worldwide Marriage Encounter can show you how. It will teach you tools which can help you in your communication, enhance your relationship, and also help you to grow in intimacy and in faith with one another. Check out a Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME.org).Some of the dates to sign up are:
April 25-27, 2025 in East Sandwich, MA
June 27-29, 2025 in Huntington, NY
Worldwide Marriage Encounter sponsors a variety of in-person and virtual marriage experiences, some on weekends and some on seven weekdays. Couples explore their relationship with each other, God, and the Church. Registration is limited; there is a $100 application fee. For more information or to apply, call Kevin & Regina Hickson at 516-554-3835 or https://wwmenyli.org/.
