Church of Saint Mary Parish Bulletin: November 19, 2023

CHURCH of SAINT MARY

The Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time November 19, 2023 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: socialmin@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 Elias Carr, Can. Reg., Ph.D. 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,

“Well done, good and faithful servant” (Matthew 25:21) In our parable today, Jesus introduces us to three stewards of a wealthy man. The first two, entrusted with his greater wealth, return to him more than they received. The issue is with the one who does not increase the wealth that was entrusted to him. His punishment is to be “thrown out in the darkness where there will be wailing and grinding of teeth.” It seems sort of harsh since the servant was so afraid of his master. But if you think about it, aren’t we all called to use whatever gifts have been entrusted to us for the glory of God? At our baptism, we are commissioned by those words we heard Jesus speak on Ascension Thursday: “Go forth to all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and the Holy Spirit and teaching them to carry out everything I have commanded you.”

This commission of the Faithful is the responsibility of all who claim the name of Jesus. Our Catholic Christian faith challenges us to be preachers to the world. While how we do that preaching will be different and as varied as there are gifts, we are all called to that preaching. Preaching, as St. Francis of Assisi tells us, is not always words.

So often, it is our actions that more deeply reflect our faith in Jesus.

God has gifted us all in our Time, Talent and Treasure. We either grow in our sharing of our gifts or we stand still, paralyzed if you will, as was the third steward. W can never allow the gifts of the Holy Spirit to lie dormant, but rather, we must cooperate and allow the Holy Spirit to bear fruit in our lives. The fruit that our lives bear is the gift we return to God. As we come to the end of our Liturgical Year, the Church focuses our attention on the end of our days. It is fitting that we take time to reflect on what return we make to God for the blessings in this life.

To be that faithful servant, we make a deliberate choice to do what is commanded. To follow Jesus is, of course, not easy, but rather a daily commitment. Remember that for believers it is not a “once saved always saved.” It is making the choice to grow in the love of God and responding to a love that bears fruit for the world.

What is this parable trying to tell us? I believe it is that, at times, Christian living demands choices which go against the prevailing thinking and ways of acting. Many of the great saints whom we venerate made those choices to bear fruit in their own lives. Even the age of the Martyrs is a wonderful testimony to the many simple persons who made the same choices. The choice for our lives must be based in the secure belief and hope that this life is not the end; there is something much larger and Someone who awaits us. May we all have that faith and hope so that our choices will be choices after the heart of God. Let us allow the Holy Spirit to bear fruit in our lives so we may be worthy to hear the words of today’s Gospel: “Well done, good and faithful servant, come share your Master’s joy.”

On behalf of myself, Fr. Dominik, Fr. Eddy, the Sister Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (IHM), the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist, the teachers and staff of the Schools and Religious Education Program of St. Mary’s parish and the entire staff, we wish you and your families a blessed and truly thankful Thanksgiving Day! In Jesus, Fr. Bob

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Stewards of God’s Gifts God gives us talents, time and treasure. We are called to put them to good use and help spread the Good News to all around us.

Living Stewardship ~ Pillar of Hospitality: This Thanksgiving, if you are holding any grudges towards any family members - let it go. Offer forgiveness or ask for forgiveness, whichever is needed.

The collection amount for Sunday, November 12, 2023 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 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 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.

Youth Ministry

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

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

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 Ronald Grubert Ann Shields Anna Forte Jane Hone Dr. Michael O’Grady Mickey Kennedy Gladys Jean Sarah Horsham Theresa Fallon Douglas Martocci, Sr. Nina Principe Christine Marchese Katharine Whelan Cole Marguglio Maria DeAngelis Carol Furciato Clara Yuranich Donna Chesney Mason Gary Herman Erica Klock Tom Francess Jacob Rivera Gabriel Romeo Jaxson Rivera Helen Kennedy Names will remain on the list for three months. Please email bulletin@stmary.ws if you would like to continue with the listing.

Francis J. Hone

Horner, Brian G., 1stLt, USMC Howard, Edward, PV2, USA Hussey, James 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., MAC, 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 Hernandez, Steven, SSgt, USAF Higgins, James, GySgt, USMC Hilton, Justin, SGT, USA Hilton, Nathaniel, 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.

Masses for the Week Monday, November 20th 1 Mc 1:10-15, 41-43, 54-57, 62-63, Lk 18:35-43 9:00 AM | Charles Valentine, Jr. Tuesday, November 21st The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary 2 Mc 6:18-31, Lk 19:1-10 9:00 AM | Marie Iacono Wednesday, November 22nd St. Cecilia, Virgin & Martyr 2 Mc 7:1, 20-31, Lk 19:11-28 9:00 AM | Julie Kim Thursday, November 23rd St. Clement I, Pope & Martyr St. Columban, Abbot Bl. Miguel Agustin Pro, Priest & Martyr 1 Mc 2:15-29, Lk 19:41-44 9:00 AM | Parish Mass of Thanksgiving Friday, November 24th St. Andrew Dung-Lac, Priest, and Companions, Martyrs 1 Mc 4:36-37, 52-59, Lk 19:45-48 9:00 AM | Joseph Labella Saturday, November 25th St. Catherine of Alexandria, Virgin & Martyr 1 Mc 6:1-13, Lk 20:27-40 9:00 AM | Angelo Iannacci 5:00 PM | Peter J. Calabretta, Sr. Seamus Patrick Gray Brian Corbett Thomas J. Flynn, Sr. Joseph Labella Marilyn Cione Lori Larocca Sunday, November 26th The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe Ez 34:11-12, 15-17, 1 Cor 15:20-26, 28, Mt 25:31-46 7:30 AM | James P. O’Connell 9:00 AM | People of the Parish 10:30 AM | Virginia Seits Taylor 12:00 Noon | William McDonough Joseph Brincat Ramon Dee Ellen Coughlin John Caliolo ’67 Karin Hannon Rudy Toldrian

Cover: The Parable of the Talents.

Artist: Willem de Poorter (1608-1668).

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Parish Mass of Thanksgiving 9:00 AM on Thanksgiving Day Bring food for your table to be blessed at the end of Mass.

There will be no 7:00 AM Mass on Thanksgiving Day.

The Parish Office will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 23-24, for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Readings and Questions for Faith Sharing on the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

Bread & Wine

Reading I: Ezekiel 34:11-12, 15-17 I myself will pasture my sheep; I myself will give them rest, says the Lord God.

are offered this week in loving memory of

Dr. Peter J. Calabretta, Sr.

Reading II: 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 28 For just as in Adam all die, so too in Christ shall all be brought to life.

Gospel: Matthew 25:31-46 He will separate them one from another, as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats.

Bulletin Submission Policy We welcome submissions to the weekly Bulletin. All copy and material is due by noon on Mondays preferably in electronic format - original documents, no PDFs. Photos or supporting graphics should be hi-resolution and sent via E-mail as attachments. Phone photos should be “actual size.” No copyrighted material, text or photos. The Bulletin Editor may edit submissions for content, clarity and/or size. Please E-mail your submission to bulletin@stmary.ws.

Question for Adults: Do I practice the corporal works of mercy?

How can I do more?

Question for Children: How does the image of a shepherd help me to understand Jesus better?

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The Apostle of the Impossible: the Tour of the Relics of St. Jude the Apostle Is Coming to Brooklyn All Are Invited to Join with the Parish of Most Precious Blood-Sts. Simon and Jude on the Feast of Christ the King to Honor St. Jude and Seek His Intercession Sunday, November 26th Mass at 3:00 PM Followed by Veneration of the Relic until 9:00 PM Most Reverend Robert J. Brennan, Bishop of Brooklyn, Celebrant Sts. Simon and Jude Church 185 Van Sicklen Street, Brooklyn (handicapped accessible) 718-375-9600 Last summer, Treasures of the Church, an evangelization ministry of the Catholic Church, proudly announced a major event for US Catholics: a pilgrimage of the arm of the Apostle, St. Jude Thaddeus. From September 2023 to May 2024, the nation will host the Apostle of the Impossible: the Tour of the Relics of St. Jude the Apostle. Father Carlos Martins, CC, a Custos Reliquiarum (ecclesiastically-appointed curate of relics) and director of Treasures of the Church, is leading the tour of the relic of one of Jesus Christ’s closest collaborators to cities across the county.

This marks the first time the relic has left Italy. For more information and an up-to-date list on exposition times and locations, visit www.apostleoftheimpossible.com.

About Saint Jude As the son of Mary of Clopas (Cleophas), the sister of the Blessed Virgin Mary and one of the “three Marys” who stood by Jesus during His Crucifixion, Jude is the Lord’s first cousin. Saint Jude’s visit offers a unique opportunity for devotees and the curious alike to experience a connection with one of the most venerated figures in Christian history. “Regarded as the patron saint of lost causes and desperate situations,” Martins notes, “the visit provides an opportunity for individuals to experience intimacy with someone who dwells in Heaven and beholds God face-to-face. It allows devotees to receive his blessing and entrust him with their petitions.”

About the Relics Saint Jude’s body was buried in the place of his martyrdom but was transferred to Rome during the time of Emperor Constantine. His tomb rests directly below the main altar of the left transept of St. Peter’s Basilica. Several centuries ago, his arm was removed and placed in a simple wooden reliquary carved in the shape of a priestly arm, imparting a blessing. They reside within the same today.

About the Tour When asked why the tour is happening now, Martins responded, “This pilgrimage comes to a nation still reeling from the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic. Many still grieve a loved one claimed by the virus, numerous folks suffer the effects of long-Covid and other pandemic-related medical conditions, long-term isolation has led to depression for many and deterioration in mental health, there is widespread distrust of public policy and media reporting, and many face economic hardship due to closed businesses and inflation. The Apostle’s visit is an effort by the Catholic Church to give comfort and hope to all who need it.”

Extraordinary Papal Plenary Indulgence Pilgrims will be able to receive an extraordinary Plenary Indulgence issued by Pope Francis and published by the Vatican’s Apostolic Penitentiary.

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Respect Life Ministry Please Join St. Mary’s Respect Life Ministry as We Pray

One Thousand Hail Marys

for Peace in the Holy Land, in our country, and around the world

Saturday, December 9th Following the 9:00 AM Mass, until mid-afternoon, in the side Chapel Our Blessed Mother has promised that with prayer, there can be peace in the world.

Please join us, if only for a few minutes!

Each life is precious. As Catholics, we know something many of our brothers and sisters in the Middle East do not know: the power of Our Lady’s intercession for peace, in particular through the Rosary. With so many lives lost, countless lives in turmoil, and atrocities committed against babies and people of all ages in the Holy Land, we ask that you pray particularly for peace.

St. Mary’s Respect Life Ministry will hold its monthly meeting on Wednesday, November 29th, 2023, at 7:00 PM, in the St. John Paul II Room of the Parish Center. Newcomers welcome!

Please consider joining us — and bring friends and family. Very often a simple invitation is enough to encourage someone to participate. We will discuss ways we can follow and implement for St. Mary’s the three important steps outlined by Bishop Barres: (1) stay informed and educated, (2) get involved, and (3) PRAY! St. Mary’s Respect Life Ministry encourages you to share in our pro-life efforts — your help is needed now more than ever! For more information about St. Mary’s Respect Life Ministry, email RespectLife@StMary.ws

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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.

The Rosary Society Christmas Dinner Wednesday, December 6th, at Strathmore Vanderbilt Country Club

Calling All Elves: Your Assistance Is Needed Please help make our annual Christmas Dinner a success Grand Prize and 50/50 Raffle Tickets will be sold after all Masses Saturday, November 18th and Sunday, November 19th SCHEDULE FOR BASKET WRAPPING OF OUR RAFFLE PRIZES Sunday, November 19th 1:30 PM Saturday, December 2nd 11:00 AM Sunday, December 3rd 1:00 PM Where: At the home of Marijo Lantier 11 North Plandome Road, Port Washington Phone: 917-496-5640 Email: MALantier510@gmail.com Please let Marijo know directly if you are able to volunteer Donations for our Raffle Prizes are being accepted until Thursday, November 30th Items may be dropped off at Marijo’s home or the Parish Office Invitations have been sent in the mail. Please check your mailboxes. The cost of the dinner is $95.00 this year. Remember to RSVP for the dinner by November 25th. Any RSVP received after the 25th will be $105.00. There will be no reservations taken at the door. Thank you for your understanding.

ST. MARY’S GIFT SHOP ANNUAL ADVENT SALE SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3RD AFTER THE 9:00, 10:30 AM, & 12:00 NOON MASSES IN THE SOUTH VESTIBULE ADVENT CANDLES, CANDLE HOLDERS, CRAFTS FOR CHILDREN

ST. MARY’S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Registration for the St. Mary’s Early Childhood Program featuring Cherubs (2s), Nursery (3s), Pre-K (4s), and Kindergarten classes is now open for 2024!

Enroll by Jan. 1 for “Early Bird” Tuition Incentive

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THE CHURCH OF ST. MARY, MANHASSET HISTORY ARCHIVES PROJECT

ATTENTION! All 3rd through 8th Graders St. Mary’s Youth Choir Is BACK! WE NEED YOU! First Rehearsal Wednesday, November 29th 6:00 PM in the church Come join us as we start to prepare for Christmas!

Altar Server Training

Continues on Monday, November 20th, at 5:15 PM in the church All children in the 4th Grade on up are welcome.

Any questions, please contact Fr. Dominik at frdominik@stmary.ws or call 516-627-0385, ext. 1006

Let the little children come to me... (Matt 19:14)

Children’s Liturgy of the Word Every Sunday at the 9:00 AM Mass

YOUR HELP IS NEEDED! At Fr. Bob’s direction, a new project has begun to update and add to the history of the parish of St. Mary, Manhasset. ALL PARISHIONERS are asked to support this endeavor, as we search for documents, photos, and other items related to events during the past 170 years of St. Mary.

If you have any of the following from any event, ministry, or of any of the Schools of St. Mary’s, sharing these would be greatly appreciated: Photos Journals, Programs Announcements Newspaper articles Family remembrances Information regarding: The Elementary and High School (s) Past pastors, priests, nuns, school principals Clergy & Religious who were parish residents Knights of Columbus, Rosary Society, and other ministries Celebrations, graduations, sacraments, galas, etc.

Any and all of these would be very helpful.

PLEASE NOTE: Any article of information which you wish to be returned can be “digitized” (scanned) and saved, then returned to you.

Please include this request with your item with the contact information for its return to you.

There will be a box placed in the Parish Office to receive these valuable pieces of our parish’s history. We appreciate any aid as we look forward to the Centennial of the Elementary School (in 2026) and the Parish’s 175th Anniversary (in 2028).

For more information, please contact either Mary Lou de Venoge 516-993-2706 doggonelab@msn.com or Marijo Lantier 917-496-5640 MALantier510@gmail.com

RCIA and Adult Faith Formation Get Ready for Christmas!

Join an Advent Prayer Group Sr. Teresa would like to arrange a prayer group for the season of Advent to help us spiritually prepare for Christmas. If you would like to join a group, call her before Thanksgiving to sign up.

Her office hours and contact information are below.

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.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul The good news of today’s Gospel is the extravagance of what is being given us. All we need do is be faithful in “small matters.” The cost of fidelity has no comparison to the reward given. When you give the furniture, household items and clothing you no longer use to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, you are sharing God’s extravagant love.

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.

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Prayer for O God, Creator of the universe, who extends your paternal concern over every creature and guides the events of history to goals of salvation, we acknowledge your Fatherly love when you break the resistance of mankind and, in a world torn by strife and discord, you make us ready for reconciliation. Renew for us the wonders of your MERCY; send forth your Spirit that He may work in the intimacy of our hearts, that enemies may begin to dialogue, that adversaries may shake hands and peoples may encounter one another in harmony. May all commit themselves to the sincere search for true peace which will extinguish all arguments, for charity which overcomes hatred, for pardon which disarms revenge.

Exposition and Adoration - Pope John Paul II of the Blessed Sacrament with Closing Benediction Mondays 3:00 - 5:00 PM

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Parish Social Ministry Good Samaritan House would like to extend another heartfelt thank you to the parishioners of St. Mary’s. Thanks to your kindness and generosity, all of the underprivileged families we serve out of our office will receive a fresh Thanksgiving meal. They will have turkey or chicken, fresh potatoes, rolls, some fresh fruit and vegetables, desserts and more. They will be able to celebrate the holiday with their families, without the stress of purchasing this meal. Hopefully, this will help to spread the joy of Christ into their homes.

Our office would also like to thank the many students who made this food collection a success. The students were members of the Good Samaritan Service Club from St. Mary’s and our Religious Education Program from the community. These kids were so focused on the tasks at hand, working for hours to help those in need. They were collecting and stocking food items, in addition to helping our office prepare for the Christmas rush. We could not have done it without them! Thank you, students, for your time and dedication to this cause!

May God bless all of the families who benefit from the generosity of the Manhasset community. And may He bless all those who give so generously to those in need.

Kathleen Kosciusko Director of Parish Social Ministry

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Parish Social Ministry SHARE CHRISTMAS “Blessed is the one who considers the poor!

In the day of trouble, the Lord delivers him.” Psalm 41:1 This is the 27th year that St. Mary’s Parish Social Ministry will be supporting local families who struggle to provide a traditional Christmas for their family members. Our support for these families, of course, includes providing food for them. But we also like to provide gifts for them and their children. Many of these families rarely have the disposable income to purchase special gifts for themselves or those they love. They are truly struggling every month just to make ends meet, some months they have more success than others.

We are offering a couple of ways for our parishioners to help these families have a less stressful holiday if they choose to.

Our office really appreciates donations in the form of gift cards. This allows us to shop for individuals around the holidays, tailoring their gifts to best meet their needs. Any leftover gift cards are used throughout the year to support these families with needed items. An example of when we would use a leftover gift card is around September for a single mom to buy shoes for her children before school. Suggestions for gift cards that would make wonderful gifts include:

Marshalls/TJ Maxx Raindew American Express

Amazon Macy’s Target

Visa

If you prefer to shop for gifts yourself, please fill out the form below, and we will send you a “Wish List” created by a specific family or a person in need. You may also email kkosciusko@stmary.ws to get on the “Share Christmas Shopper” list.

Gifts and gift cards can be dropped off to our office Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. They can also be dropped at the Parish Office during normal business hours. Please label any donations with your name and “Share Christmas.” Please deliver all gifts by Thursday, December 14th.

As always, your generosity and the spirit in which you give to those in need are so appreciated. We sincerely hope you and your family experience the beauty of God’s grace this holiday season. We hope you have much joy and peace and many beautiful moments.

Return the form below to Parish Social Ministry by November 27th Name:

Telephone: p

Address:

Email:

I would like #

Family Member(s) or

A Complete Family

I prefer to give gift cards and will deliver them to the Parish Social Ministry Office by Dec. 14

This week’s specific needs include:

Paper Towels Shampoo Toothpaste

The Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time | November 19, 2023

Knights of Columbus

Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time “Give your heart to your spouse.”

Proverbs 31:10-12: “When one finds a worthy wife, her value is far beyond pearls, Her husband, entrusting his heart to her, has an unfailing prize. She brings him good, and not evil, all the days of her life.” Give your heart to your spouse.

Give your spouse good things. Love your spouse always.

Give your spouse a gift by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience. You can find one by looking up WWME.org. Some of the dates to sign up are: January 21-23, 2024 in Huntington, NY February 9-11, 2024 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 631-486-8607 or https://wwmenyli.org/.

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