Church of Saint Mary Parish Bulletin: March 30, 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
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
Maura Feeley
Names will remain on the list for three months. Please email bulletin@stmary.ws if you would like to continue with the listing.
Sr. Barbara Jablonski, IHM ’59
Barbara Boyd
Claire Tobin Levens
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.
Masses for the Week
Monday, March 31st
Lenten Weekday Is 65:17-21, Jn 4:43-54
9:00 AM | Ignatius Lechleider
Tuesday, April 1st
Lenten Weekday
Ez 47:1-9, 12, Jn 5:1-16
9:00 AM | Maria Adragna DeVito
Wednesday, April 2nd
St. Francis of Paola, Hermit Is 49:8-15, Jn 5:17-30
9:00 AM | Apostolos Liappas
Tursday, April 3rd
Lenten Weekday
Ex 32:7-14, Jn 5:31-47
7:00 AM | Ted Fisher ’79
9:00 AM | Deceased Members of the Lepore Family
Friday, April 4th
St. Isidore, Bishop & Doctor of the Church First Friday Wis 2:1a, 12-22, Jn 7:1-2, 10, 25-30
9:00 AM | Kyra Franchetti
Saturday, April 5th
St. Vincent Ferrer, Priest First Saturday
Jer 11:18-20, Jn 7:40-53
9:00 AM | John Phillips
5:00 PM | Bruce & Kaye Byrne
Teresa Houseman
William Yorio ’58 ’62
Frank Lapresi
Eugene Cunningham
John Frizzera
Michael T. Rampanelli
Sunday, April 6th
Te Fifth Sunday of Lent
Is 43:16-21, Phil 3:8-14, Jn 8:1-11
7:30 AM | People of the Parish
9:00 AM | Josephine Gallo
10:30 AM | Marie Sweeney
Jack Grimando
Tomas Middlemiss
Jon Pellicoro
Joseph Mandara
Anthony & Yolanda Spinetta
P.J. Kelly
12:00 Noon | Purgatorial Society
Cover art: Te Return of the Prodigal Son. Artist: Pompeo Batoni (1708-1787).
Location: Museum of Fine Arts, Vienna, Austria.
Dear Parishioners,
“Father I have sinned against heaven and you.” (Luke 15:21)
Te word “prodigal” which means “waster or squanderer,” describes one who wastes gifts and resources. Te title “Prodigal Son” tells how the son “squandered his inheritance on a life of dissipation.” It is interesting and poignant that the father allows his younger son to leave. Sometimes the worst thing God can do is to give us what we want in order to show us that our desires can’t always bring satisfaction. Te prodigal son got what he wanted, but lost what he had. When we rebel against God’s will, He sometimes says, “All right, YOUR will be done! See how you like it!” God’s most severe punishment may be to give us what we want. Te lost son lusted for freedom without restraints and ended up enslaving himself. When his money ran out, his so-called friends deserted him. Tey were only friends of his wealth. He learned the hard way that we can’t enjoy the things money can buy if we ignore the things money cannot buy. Sin promises freedom, but it only brings slavery. It promises success, but it only brings failure. It promises life, but brings death.
When he gets to the point where he has nothing left, no money, friends, food, shelter, or dignity, the prodigal son complains about no one but himself. He speaks of no unworthiness but his own. He doesn’t blame his plight on his former evil companions. He admits his eagerness to leave the protection of his home and ofers no excuses to cover his guilt or justify his waywardness. It is in this “mature” realization that repentance and eventual change of life can occur. Guilt and shame are painful to face, yet we desperately need to see ourselves for what we are. Only then can we respond to God’s mercy.
Te returned son attempts to deliver his prepared speech to his father. He admits he has sinned against “heaven,” too shamed to even speak the name of God. He begins, but doesn’t get to fnish, for his father calls to the servants to bring out the best robe to cover the son’s poverty and shame; a ring as a seal and symbol of his identity as a member of the household; and shoes so that he can now walk in a new way. Also, shoes were not worn by servants! Te father does not humiliate his son, but welcomes him into all the privileges of the family and treats him with honor.
Sometimes we think we need to clean ourselves up before we come to Jesus. All we need is to come home and the Father will give His best even though we have sinned. If you’re afraid to come to Jesus; if you’re ashamed of your past; if all you have to ofer is your heart to Jesus, then do it! St. Paul reminds us today: “We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.” Tis is a reminder and an invitation from God Himself. So I implore you in the name of Jesus, go to confession, and then remember the loving father of the prodigal son. He is, in fact, the father of us all, and is ready to run to us with open arms. What a beautiful image! What a beautiful God!
Our Gift Shop, located in the ministry center below the church, is open on Sundays. Tere are wonderful religious gifts available that highlight the true meaning of Easter. I am so grateful to the entire volunteer staf of the shop for their hard work and dedication. Our Gift Shop provides superior Catholic gifts and cards for all occasions. Tey always re-direct our minds to who we are as believers.
A reminder that Stations of the Cross are prayed each Friday night at 7:00 PM in the Church. Use these last few weeks of Lent wisely to deepen your relationship with Jesus.
In Jesus, our Crucifed Lord, Fr. Bob
Te Church of Saint Mary
1300 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset, New York 11030 (516) 627-0385 | saintmarysmanhasset.org
J Stewards of God’s Gifts
Lent is a time to grow closer to the Lord. Service to others is just one of the ways we can do that-- by being the Hands of Christ on Earth.
Living Stewardship ~ Pillar of Service: As we continue our Lenten journey, think of ways you can be at service to others.
Te collection amount for Sunday, March 23, 2025 was not available at the time of the printing of this bulletin.
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.
Sunday, May 4th - Te Annual Communion Mass and Brunch will take place. New Members will be inducted at the 10:30 AM Mass. If you are already a member and have not received your medal, please send an email to the Rosary Society so you can receive one on that day.
Te May crowning will also take place at the 10:30 AM Mass followed by a procession to the statue of the Blessed Mother outside. Brunch will follow at the Strathmore Vanderbilt Country Club. Invitations will arrive in the mail this week. Please remember to send in your RSVP card promptly.
Religious Education
Congratulations to St. Mary’s First Communicants who received the sacrament of First Reconciliation. Fr. Bob shared a most beautiful discussion on the meaning and beauty of the sacrament. We continue to pray for the children and their Catholic formation in Christ’s peace and joy.
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.
On Good Friday, we will have Choral Stations, accompanied by the St. Mary’s Adult Choir, directed by Daniel Maimone, Director of Music, with cellist Jillian Emerson.
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.
Readings and Questions for Faith Sharing on the Fifth Sunday of Lent
Reading I: Isaiah 43:16-21
Remember not the events of the past, the things of long ago consider not; see, I am doing something new!
Reading II: Philippians 3:8-14
Forgetting what lies behind but straining forward to what lies ahead, i continue my pursuit toward the goal, the prize of God’s upward calling, in Christ Jesus.
Gospel: John 8:1-11
“Let the one among you who is without sin be the frst to throw a stone at her.”
Question for Adults:
Have I ever falsely condemned anyone and “cast the frst stone?” What did I do to make amends?
Visit the parish website: www.saintmarysmanhasset.org for the latest parish news and events
Question for Children:
Have I ever pointed a fnger at or made fun of someone for making a mistake?
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY
WANT TO GROW IN HOLINESS, BUT TOO BUSY?
WANT TO GROW IN BUT TOO BUSY?
Want to transform your work, marriage, family, and life but don't have time?
Looking for the quickest, surest, easiest, and most perfect way to come close to Jesus but don't know where to begin?
Want to transform your marriage, and life but don't have time? for the surest, and most way to come close to Jesus but don't know where to
Let Our Blessed Mother show you the way!
Let Our Blessed Mother show the informal throughout the preparation period for those who would like to meetings from 10:00-11:30 AM in the Marian Room to ask videos Fr
DESPITE OUR BUSY DAY AND TIME, SAINTS JOHN PAUL II AND MOTHER TERESA KNEW THAT THE QUICKEST WAY TO BECOME A SAINT IS THROUGH A RELATIONSHIP WITH OUR BLESSED MOTHER, MARY. MARY LEADS US TO THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS.
If you are looking for a simple way to be spiritually renewed, develop a deeper relationship with Our Merciful Savior through His Blessed Mother, and grow in holiness, join us for a 33-day do-it-yourself retreat in preparation for Consecration to Jesus through Mary.
We will use the book 33 Days to Morning Group Retreat and Study Guide, by Father Michael Gaitley, to guide us through the retreat, which begins April 24 and continues for six weeks. Participants commit 10-15 minutes daily to spiritual readings and prayerful ponderings at home. Father Michael’s book, based on the writings of St. Louis de Montfort and updated to include the modern perspective of Saints John Paul II, Mother Teresa, and Maximillian Kolbe, offers readers a new dawn and a fresh start for one’s spiritual journey.
Our retreat will culminate on May 31, 2025, the Feast of the Visitation. For those able to attend this consecration day ceremony, we will make our consecration at St. Mary’s after 9:00 AM Mass. Participants may also be consecrated privately at home or at any Church. (We also invite those who have already completed the Consecration to Jesus through Mary retreat to join us for any or all of our programs and to participate in our May 31 consecration ceremony.)
MEETING DATES: Thursdays, April 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
LOCATION: Marian Room in the Parish Ministry Center
TIME: 10:00 AM
COST: $20 includes the book and materials
CONSECRATION DAY: May 31, 2025
To register or for more information, please scan the QR Code or visit saintmarysmanhasset.org/ consecration
OPTIONAL: Optional: We will offer informal meetings throughout the preparation period for those who would like to meet with others periodically. These meetings will occur Thursday mornings from 10:00-11:30 AM in the Marian Room. These meetings will give participants an opportunity to ask questions, share insights, and watch informative videos by Fr. Michael Gaitely. The group sessions will provide encouragement and support during the journey. These are not required. In addition to these meetings, Father Anthony from St. Mary’s will be available to answer any questions participants might have while they embark on this journey.
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Parish Ministry
of Consolation
Observe Their 25th Anniversary on Sunday, April 6, 2025
Te following article appeared in the Parish Bulletin of April 16, 2000 announcing the upcoming commissioning of the new St. Mary’s Ministry of Consolation:
After many months of planning, organizing and training, St. Mary’s Ministry of Consolation is ready to begin. Msgr. McCann will recognize and install the members at the 11:30 A.M. Mass on Sunday, April 30th in the church. In this ministry, trained parishioners will minister to other parishioners following the death of a family member during the time of the wake and funeral.
Tey will assist with choices of readings, music, and liturgy for the funeral as well as completing the Planning Guide to assist the Celebrant with data about the deceased to personalize the funeral. Men and women, young and old will share their time, talents, and faith at a crucial time in a family’s faith journey. People may not have weddings in a family, but surely, they will have funerals. Our ministry is to use this time to bring the message and comfort of Jesus to our brothers and sisters.
So, welcome our ministers, pray for us, and understand we are here for you. If you would like to join us or want further information, please call Kaye Byrne, Chairperson.
Te original members of the ministry, many of whom have gone to their eternal rest, included:
Bill Baxter
Fran Bourguet
Joan Brown
Kaye Byrne
Mary Jane Byrnes
Barbara Clancy
Pat Clemency
Camille Dussich
Grace Feeney
Frank Grieco
Don Gross
Marie Gross
Bob Guillo
Jane Hone
Nancy Lala
Nancy Lawrence
Helen McCarney
Eileen McCormick
Janet McHale
Betty O’Connor
Charlotte Perry
Louise Sikorsky
Patricia Uralli
Now, in 2025, the mission of the Consolation Ministry remains the same. On April 6, 2025, the Consolation Ministry of the Church of St. Mary’s will observe the 25th Anniversary of this Commissioning by coming together at the 10:30 AM Mass. Please pray with our Ministry for continued blessings for the special service the ministry performs for our parish and parishioners which follows the Corporal Work of Mercy: Bury the Dead.
New members are always welcome to our ranks
Please make known your interest in this blessed ministry by calling the parish ofce at 516 627-0385. A Consolation Minister will return your call.
Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Have you ever been to Adoration?
Adoration is a special way to pray to Jesus in the Eucharist. During Adoration, a priest will place the Eucharist in a monstrance—a beautiful vessel that holds the Host. It is a beautiful opportunity to step away from our noisy, busy lives and simply be with Jesus. Many people encounter Jesus for the frst time in their lives in Adoration. Tis is where they have their frst deeply personal experience of Jesus. Tey may have heard about Jesus their whole lives, they may have been receiving Jesus in the Eucharist every Sunday, but there is something about the experience of Jesus in Adoration that leads people to know Him. Tis shift from knowing about Jesus to knowing Jesus changes everything. And once they are awakened in this way, the Holy Spirit leads them to live their faith and participate in all types of ministries. Can you imagine what might happen if you would make an efort to spend time in Adoration this Lent?
Give yourself the chance to spend time in the presence of Jesus and your life will be transformed. It’s simple. It’s beautiful. And it works.
Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with Closing Benediction Mondays 3:00 - 5:00 PM in the Church
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
All Parishioners Are Cordially Invited to the Jubilee Celebration of His 50th Anniversary of Ordination to the Priesthood for Reverend Monsignor James P. Swiader
Sunday, April 27th at the
Church of Saint Joseph, Garden City 10:30 AM Mass in the church followed by brunch in the school gym from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM
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, April 7th
Any questions, please contact Fr. Rafal at frrafal@saintmarysmanhasset.org or call 516-627-0385, ext. 1010
Business Owners:
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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
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
THE 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 the prodigal son repents and fnds mercy in the heart of his father. Know that your penance during Lent can give the poor the grace of fnding the merciful heart of God the Father. In the month of March, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was able to assist families, providing food, assistance with utility and rent bills, etc. Tank You!
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
Top Reasons to Oppose Assisted Suicide
Read the full version at respectlife.org/reasons-against-assisted-suicide.
Some polls indicate that the public is receptive to assisted suicide. But the same polls show that people’s views shift when they learn about its dangers—especially the dangers for those who are poor, elderly, disabled, or without access to good medical care. Consider that, in Oregon and California, some patients’ health insurance offered to pay for assisted suicide, but not treatment. And in states where assisted suicide is legal, often no psychiatric evaluation or treatment is required. Additionally, assisted suicide fosters discrimination by creating two classes of people: those whose suicides we spend millions of dollars to prevent and those whose suicides we assist and treat as a positive good.
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Stations of the Cross
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
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
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.
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.
Good Samaritan House
FOCUS St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon
Fourth Sunday of Lent
2 Corinthians 5:17 and 20-21: From this week’s reading, it says, “Whoever is in Christ is a new creation; the old things have passed away; behold, new things have come. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. For our sake he made him to be sin who did not know sin, so that we might become the righteousness of God in him.” Does your couple relationship need a tune up? “Behold, new things have come!” Check out a Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME.org). You will learn tools which can help you in your communication, enhance your relationship, and also help you to grow in faith with one another. .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/.
