Church of Saint Mary Parish Bulletin: January 7, 2024

CHURCH of SAINT MARY The Epiphany of the Lord January 7, 2024

Reverend Father Robert A. Romeo | Pastor Reverend Father Dominik Wegiel | Parochial Vicar Reverend Father Rafal Borowiejski | Parochial Vicar Reverend Father Edward Obi, MSP | Parochial Vicar

1300 Northern Boulevard | Manhasset, New York 11030 516 627 0385 | Fax 516 627 6070 www.saintmarysmanhasset.org

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 Thursday 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

PARISH DIRECTORY Pastoral Staff Rev. Fr. Robert A. Romeo Pastor 627-0385 | ext. 1004 pastor@stmary.ws Rev. Fr. Dominik Wegiel Parochial Vicar 627-0385 | ext. 1006 frdominik@stmary.ws Rev. Fr. Rafal Borowiejski Parochial Vicar

Sacrament of Penance

Rev. Fr. Edward Obi, MSP Parochial Vicar

Saturdays from 4:00-4:45 PM and by appointment. Please call 627-0385.

Parish Staff

Anointing of the Sick The 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 Office to make arrangements for Anointing or to receive the Eucharist.

Parish Office 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

Parish Social Ministry 365-2705 Monday-Wednesday-Thursday 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 Thursday 9:00 AM–6:00 PM Closed on Friday

Jane Clifford Bulletin Editor bulletin@stmary.ws Marie T. Granieri Director of Religious Education 627-4028 | ext. 1127 releddirector@stmary.ws Vincent Hartley Facilities Manager 627-0385 | ext. 1002 Kathleen Kosciusko Director of Parish Social Ministry 627-0385 | ext. 1126 kkosciusko@stmary.ws Jennifer LaChance Office Manager 627-0385 information@stmary.ws Daniel Maimone Music Director 627-0385 | ext. 1021 dmaimone@saintmarysmanhasset.org Vanessa Quiros Parish Office 627-0385 vquiros@stmary.ws Sr. Teresa Raftery, IHM Adult Faith Formation 627-0385 | ext. 1010 traftery@stmary.ws

The Schools of Saint Mary Nursery through 12th Grade Very Rev. Dom Daniel Nash, Can. Reg. President

627-2711 president@stmary.ws Norma Ragalli Stafford Director of Admissions 627-2711 | ext 1084 nstafford@stmary.ws Edward Short Vice President of Development 627-2711 | ext 1120 eshort@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 Griffin ’02, ’06 Liaison for School Relations sgriffin@saintmarysmanhasset.org St. Mary’s Elementary School 627-0184 www.stmary11030.org Theresa A. Kemp Principal tkemp@stmary11030.org St. Mary’s High School 627-2711 www.saintmaryshs.org Gerard J. Buckley Principal gbuckley@saintmaryshs.org

From the Pastor’s Desk Dear Parishioners,

“Overjoyed . . . they prostrated themselves and did Him homage.” (Matthew 2:11) The Feast of the Epiphany is the continuation of the plan of God for the salvation of the world. On Christmas Day, the message of the birth of the Messiah, Jesus, was first revealed to the shepherds. Those shepherds represent the forgotten and lost children of the House of Israel. Now the Magi or astrologers come to do homage to the Christ Child. They have traveled from afar and have gone through difficult moments to seek and find the Savior. Now salvation is offered, not just to the Children of Israel, but also to the entire world, Jew and Gentile. The Magi sought Jesus and would not stop until they found Him. They journeyed a long and difficult way to find their hearts’ desire. This wondrous birth that the oracles had foretold beckoned them to leave their homes and follow the star that lit up the darkened night.

The words of Isaiah rang true for the Magi: “Then you shall be radiant at what you see, your heart shall throb and overflow.”

The three wise men were overcome with joy upon seeing the Christ Child. The difficulty of their journey now made sense and they were filled with joy upon entering that stable. I am sure that the joy of seeing Jesus caused them to forget the hazards of their journey. What a great metaphor for each of us! Our faith calls us to seek Jesus each and every day.

To see, sense, and feel His loving presence, we also must journey toward Jesus. To know Him, we have to first seek His presence. A presence that beckons and invites us to the call of continuing conversion. We may not have to journey as far as the three wise men, but a deepening of faith and discovering of Jesus always entails some type of “journey.” That discovering may entail a leaving behind of old ways and embracing a new “light” that guides our lives.

The star of Jesus still brightens the night sky. Maybe the “star” in our own lives has dimmed a bit in the midst of the grind of our everyday routine and most especially when faced with illness and death. The Christ Child has grown up; has our faith done the same? So it may mean that we have to reevaluate the gifts we lay at the feet of the newborn King.

It may also mean returning home, like the Magi, to rediscover the presence of Jesus in our lives. God is found in any place that still moves us to awe and wonder. His Spirit opens us when we are in the company of faithful people who praise God. Those who support us to seek God’s presence can be that brightened star in each of our lives. It is in those places that we are probably most open to the presence of the guiding star of Jesus. That openness can rekindle that awe and wonder and, like the Magi, we can be overjoyed in discovering the presence of Jesus in our daily journey. So read the Scriptures and hear the promise; pray in silence, asking for the Lord to speak and, most importantly, worship with a heart open to the promptings of the Holy Spirit.

May we seek Jesus each day and embrace the wisdom that I have seen on bumper stickers which say, “Wise men seek Him still.”

Christmas Masses were a joy here at St. Mary’s. I would like to thank all the Knights of Columbus who led the ushers and all those who assisted. A special thanks to our new Director of Music, Daniel Maimone, and our wonderful cantors and choirs who added to the beauty of our Christmas Masses. Thanks to the maintenance staff who did a beautiful job decorating our church. Thanks also to all of our Liturgical ministers: Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Altar Servers and Lectors.

I would like to thank all those parishioners who sent cards, gifts, and food to the rectory for Christmas. They were greatly appreciated by all the priests and myself. I am grateful to all those who gave so generously to our Christmas collection and support throughout the year. The Christmas collection and actually all of our collections are so important. They allow us as a parish to continue the Mission of the Gospel.

I pray that your New Year will be filled with the Joy of Jesus, health, faith, and peace. Seek Him still!

In Jesus, our newborn King, Fr. Bob The Epiphany of the Lord | January 7, 2024

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Stewards of God’s Gifts In today’s Gospel, we hear about the Magi offering gifts to the Newborn King.

Living Stewardship ~ Pillar of Hospitality: This week, be sure to see Jesus is everyone you come across. As the Magi gave gifts to Jesus, may we give love and compassion to our neighbors.

The collection for Sunday, December 24, 2023 amounted to $21,346.00.

Sunday, December 25, 2022 was Christmas and so the collection is not a valid comparison.

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 Office at least one month in advance to see if a date is available and to arrange to fill out pre-baptismal paperwork. New parents are required to attend a Baptism preparation session held once every month. Those chosen as sponsors for Baptism should lead lives in harmony with the Catholic faith and the role of Godparent.”

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 offer 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.

Marriage Youth Ministry

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.

We reach out to our teens though our Youth Ministry Program. For information email youth@stmary.ws or visit stmarysyouth.weebly.com.

Children’s Education

New Parishioners

Saint Mary’s Elementary School offers excellent education in the spirit of the Gospel from grades N, Pre-K to Eighth grade. For information call 627-0184.

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 Office.

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 Confirmation requires two years. Classes are held at St. Mary’s for Grades 1 through 5 on Tuesdays and Thursdays

Opportunities For Prayer The 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 so that we may have the opportunity for quiet prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. The 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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Masses and Special Intentions Mickey Kennedy Ronald Grubert Sarah Horsham Dr. Michael O’Grady Nina Principe Gladys Jean Cole Marguglio Douglas Martocci, Sr. Theresa Fallon Sandy Pittman Katharine Whelan Christine Marchese Carol Furciato Maria DeAngelis Mason Donna Chesney Tom Francess Erica Klock Gabriel Romeo Jacob Rivera Helen Kennedy Jaxson Rivera Ann Shields Names will remain on the list for three months. Please email bulletin@stmary.ws if you would like to continue with the listing.

Alberto Santoli Jane Q. Hone Betty Lou Fernandez 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, Jeffrey, PFC, USMC Morris, Jr., Brian J., ENS, USN O’Leary, Jason, SSgt, USAF Petracca, Evan L., LTJG, USN 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, LTJG, USN Wood, Kelly, BMSR, USN

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, 1LT, 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 Broderick, Evan, SGT, USA Broderick, Steven, SN, USN Brodie, Virgina H., 2ndLt, USMC Brown, Jason, SGT, USA Collins, Matthew, LT, USN Fontanetta, Joseph, Maj, USMC Hannan, Jack, ENS, USN Hayes, Andrew, Capt, USMC Hellman, Thomas, 2d Lt, USSF Hernandez, Steven, SSgt, USAF Higgins, James, GySgt, USMC Hilton, Justin, SGT, USA 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.

The Epiphany of the Lord | January 7, 2024

Masses for the Week Monday, January 8th The Baptism of the Lord Is 55:1-11, Mk 1:7-11 9:00 AM | John Howard Tuesday, January 9th 1 Sm 1:9-20, Mk 1:21-28 9:00 AM | Thomas Mladinov Wednesday, January 10th 1 Sm 3:1-10, 19-20, Mk 1:29-39 9:00 AM | John Belt Thursday, January 11th 1 Sm 4:1-11, Mk 1:40-45 7:00 AM | Howard Gendron 9:00 AM | Venerable Anthony Vincent Gallo Friday, January 12th 1 SM 8:4-7, 10-22a, Mk 2:1-12 9:00 AM | Thomas Tully Saturday, January 13th St. Hilary, Bishop & Doctor of the Church 1 Sm 9:1-4, 17-19, 10:1a, Mk 2:13-17 9:00 AM | Phil May 5:00 PM | Maureen Quinn Foley Robert Poggioli Donald Bekteshi Dominick Coscia Hunter Honan Christine Regan Daniel Marangiello Sunday, January 14th The Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 1 Sm 3:3b-10, 19, 1 Cor 6:13c-15a, 17-20, Jn 1:35-42 7:30 AM | Florence Andrake 9:00 AM | People of the Parish 10:30 AM | Edith Arienti 12:00 Noon | Agata Torrisi Carmelo Cannone Daniel McIntyre Victor Marinelli Lucia Di Re Concetta Gnetile Francis Lettieri

Cover Art: The Adoration of the Magi.

Artist: Bartolomé Esteban Murillo (1617-1682).

ST. MARY’S GIFT SHOP IS OPEN ON SUNDAYS AFTER THE 9:00, 10:30 AM, & 12:00 NOON MASSES WE HAVE BEAUTIFUL GIFT ITEMS FOR ALL OCCASIONS Located in the Parish Ministry Center 516-627-0385 ext. 1033

Readings and Questions for Faith Sharing on the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Reading I: 1 Samuel 3:3b-10, 19 “Speak, for your servant is listening.”

Reading II: 1 Corinthians 6:13c-15a, 17-20 For you have been purchased at a price.

Therefore glorify God in your body.

Gospel: John 1:35-42 “What are you looking for?”

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

Question for Adults: God wants us to find Him on our own.

Am I willing to look? Am I willing to listen?

Question for Children: If God calls me like the young Samuel, will I be listening? How will I answer?

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ST. MARY’S CHURCH SUNDAY, JANUARY 21, 2024 8:00AM - 2:00PM 1300 Northern Blvd., Manhasset ~ Marian Room For more information, please contact 516-627-3183 or e-mail vamar185@aol.com

To make an appointment please click here, or scan QR code below and type 06384

ST. MARY’S HIGH SCHOOL GAELS PARENTS ASSOCIATION CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO

Friday, January 26 | 6:00 PM Leonard’s Palazzo 555 Northern Blvd. | Great Neck

ALL ARE WELCOME! Go “ALL IN” for an evening of Casino Games, cocktails, raffle prizes, silent auction, and more!

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Tickets include Cocktail Hour, Buffet Dinner, Premium Open Bar and 500 Casino Chips

Poker, Craps, Twenty-One...

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Get in early and purchase tickets by January 10 for $150 per person*

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TICKETS ARE $175 P/P AFTER JAN 10

Rosary Society Our Mission Statement: The 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 difference 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.

We are thankful to all members who participate in the Ranger Rosary Ministry. Since the inception of the group in 2014, almost 18,000 rosaries have been made. The group would love to increase thier membership and invite all parishioners to come and learn how to make ranger rosaries.

The Purpose of this Ministry is :

To pray for peace in our world and for the safety and protection of our nation’s service people, their families and the recipients of the Rosaries made by the group.

To make Rosaries for our troops preparing to be deployed, or being treated in military or VA hospitals.

For more information, especially if you would like to join the group, email either rosarysociety@stmary.ws or judyiacono1@aol.com.

The next meeting of Ranger Rosarieis will be on Wednesday, January 17th, at 10:00 AM in the Library, located in the lower level of the Church.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Today we celebrate the feast of the Epiphany, where the Magi find the newborn king and offer him gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. In the spirit of the Magi, please put your gift in the St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box so that comfort and peace can once again be given to a newborn child.

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. Thank you for your continued support.

RCIA and Adult Faith Formation Meetings and classes resumed on Tuesday, January 2nd. Sr. Teresa and the RCIA Team wish everyone a blessed New Year.

Sister Teresa can be contacted about our Adult Faith Formation programs at 516-627-0385, ext. 1010. Her office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM and other times by appointment.

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Parish Social Ministry Good Samaritan House sends a huge thank you to the tireless nurses of St. Francis Hospital. Not only do they serve the sick with the work they do daily, they serve the poor around the holidays too! The cardiothoracic ICU nursing team sponsored a family this year, providing a full Christmas for a family with four young children. Thank you, Ms. GarcesaDuque, and your team of nurses for helping to make this family’s Christmas more fun and festive!

We also want to thank the generous sales persons at Athleta for teaming up to sponsor a family. A family of four young women was provided with many essentials from Athleta, Gap, and Old Navy. The items donated by this team surely brightened the day and eased the burden of winter for this beautiful family!

Good Samaritan House appreciates teaming up with local organizations and companies to ease the burden of food insecurity and clothing insecurity for many of our local families. Thank you many times over to all of these generous donors!

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament God With Us! In choosing to be born with us, God chose to be known by us. He therefore reveals Himself in this way, in order that this great sacrament of His love may not be an occasion for us of great misunderstanding.

Today the Magi find, crying in a manger, the One they have followed as He shone in the sky.

Today the Magi see clearly, in swaddling clothes, the One they have long awaited as He lay hidden among the stars.

Today the Magi graze in deep wonder at what they see: heaven on earth, earth in heaven, humanity in God, God in humanity; One whom the whole universe cannot contain now enclosed in a tiny body. As they look, they believe and do not question, as their symbolic gifts bear witness: incense for God, gold for a king, myrrh for one who is to die...

Today Christ enters the Jordan to wash away the sin of the world. John himself testifies that this is why he has come: Behold the Lamb of God, behold him who takes away the sins of the world...

Today Christ works the first of his signs from heaven by turning water into wine. But water mixed with wine has still to be changed into the sacrament of his blood, so that Christ may offer spiritual drink from the chalice of his body.

- St. Peter Chrysologus

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with Closing Benediction Mondays 3:00 - 5:00 PM in the Church

DECEMBER 2023 Mass Intentions Book for July 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024 will open on Tuesday, January 16th.

ST. MARY’S WELCOMES

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 third quarter of 2024.

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.

Mr. Stephen M. Mancuso Mr. & Mrs. Paulin Bardhoku and Family Mrs. Emily Maier and Family Ms. Hollie Ann Sipperley Mr. Luke Poduszczak and Family Ms Catherine Williams and Family Mr. & Mrs. John Deignan and Family Mr. & Mrs. Michael Moglia and Family

Those who registered in our parish:

Those who were baptized: Rose Amelia Rankin Matilda Anna Maier Spencer Jake Blake Maeve Grace Blake

Those who were enrolled* in our Purgatorial Society: Christopher Bastidas Richard Minieri, Sr. *enrollment begins January 1, 2024

Business Owners: Please consider advertising in our bulletin.

It’s a great way to support our parish.

Call our printer, LPi, at 1-800-477-4574

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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, efforts, and resources are dedicated to these values: Charity. Unity. Fraternity. Patriotism.

We come from different 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 Clifford at Macliff56@gmail.com

Marriage Struggling?

Do you feel alone?

Are you frustrated or angry with each other?

Do you argue or have you just stopped talking to each other?

Does talking about it only make it worse? x Are you separated or divorced, or thinking about separation or divorce? x x x x

Another marriage-saving weekend is coming to the Metro/New York Area: January 19-21, November, 4-62024 2022 The Retrouvaille Program helps couples through difficult times in their marriages. To be connected directly and confidentially to someone who can help, or to register, contact:

1-800-470-2230 or

www.helpourmarriage.org Long Island/Metro Retrouvaille is a 5013c non-profit, peer ministry. Couples of all faiths, or no faith, are encouraged to attend, and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.

Retrouvaille (Retro vi – French for rediscover) Because No Marriage is Beyond Hope