November 7, 2021

Parish life Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

11/07/2021

Faith Formation (Page 6)

Five Minute Jesus (Page 8)

Just a word ( Page 9)

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Mission Statement The Roman Catholic Parish of St. Monica-St. Elizabeth of Hungary-St. Stephen of Hungary opens its doors to welcome and embrace all in our community. We strive through worship, hospitality and service to receive those seeking a spiritual home. In the midst of diversity of thought, life style, nationality, economic status & age, we endeavor to live as a community of faith and invite you to join our family a family seeking to know and love Jesus Christ.

Parish Staff

Pastor: Rev. Donald C. Baker .......................... frdcab@stelmo79.org Rev. Msgr. Leslie J. Ivers ........................... msgrlivers@stelmo79.org Weekend Associates: ...............................................Rev. Tony Ciorra Pastoral Associate: Ms. Maryann Tyrer ........ mtyrer@stelmo79.org Pastoral Associate: Ms. Jasmine Gomez ..... jgomez@stelmo79.org Parish Manager: Mr. Michael Ward ............. mward@stelmo79.org Music Director: Mr. John Zupan .................... jzupan@stelmo79.org Wedding Coordinator: Ms. Debbi Burdett . dbweddingsnyc@gmail.com Plant Manager: Guillermo Vanegas ......... gvanegas@stelmo79.org Sacristan: Pedro Pizarro ................................ ppizarro@stelmo79.org Administrative Assistant: Gladys Tejada ..... gtejada@stelmo79.org Church Address: 413 East 79th Street, NY, NY 10075 Parish Center Address: 406 East 80th Street, NY, NY 10075 Tel: 212-288-6250 Fax: 212- 570-1562 Email: info@stelmo79.org Our Offices are open:

Monday ............................................................. 9am - 5pm Tuesday - Thursday ....................................... 9am - 7pm Friday .......................................................Closed Saturday ................................................. 10am - 2pm Sunday ..................................................... Closed Closed for Lunch Weekdays......................1pm - 2pm Visit us at: www.STELMO79.org Follow us on social media by searching STELMO79

Mass Schedule

Daily Mass: Mon-Sat, 12 noon Saturday Vigil: 5:30pm Sunday: 8am, 10am, 12pm & 5pm Confessions: Saturdays at 5pm or by appointment

Mass Intentions

Saturday, November 6th Vigil 5:30pm Glenn Anderson & Daniel Dohaan

Sunday, November 7th Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00am Msgr. Thomas Modugno (Living) 10:00am Wilehado Tiongson 12:00pm All Parishioners 5:00pm Dallas & Marjorie Baker

(73th Anniversary)

Monday, November 8th Weekday 12:00pm Anna Bellevue Tuesday, November 9th The Declaration of the Lateran Basilica 12:00pm Giselle Peña Wednesday, November 10th

St. Leo the Great 12:00pm Brian Thompson

Thursday, November 11th St. Martin of Tours 9:00am Werner Hertzel Friday, November 12th St. Josaphat 12:00pm Adam Armetta

Saturday, November 13th

St. Frances Xavier Cabrini 12:00pm Imelda Litrenta (Living) For Mass Intentions, please visit the Parish Center

Baptism Announcement

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Every Friday after the Noon Mass until 3pm in the church and live on-line

Today, there will be a Baptism Service at 1:30PM At this service we will be baptizing: Luca Guerrera Velez Please join us in congratulating: Juan Velez, Jr. & Helen Gurrera on their child’s new life in Christ

Devotions Miraculous Medal on Mondays after Mass in the church and live on-line Divine Mercy Prayed every Friday at 3pm in the church and live on-line Vespers (Evening Prayer) Every Friday at 5:10pm in the Chapel and live on-line Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturdays at 5pm or by appointment Anointing of the sick Every third Saturday of the Month after the noon Mass.

Baptisms & Marriages Please call the rectory office for more information.

Communion for the Homebound: If you know of anyone who cannot attend church because of illness or age, and would like to have communion brought to them, please contact the Parish office, so that we can arrange for a Eucharistic Minister to bring communion to them.

PRAYERS FOR THE SICK Jody Zanarias, Hui Quan, Myrna Moreno & all those ill with or recovering from the COVID-19 virus and all Victims of Military Activities PRAYERS FOR THE DECEASED Harvey Humprey, Msgr. Robert W. Larkijn & Frank Simanca

Baptism Services are open for members of the parish to join in the welcoming of our newest members

Today’s Readings

First Reading — The widow of Zarephath had only a handful of flour and a little oil, but made a little cake for Elijah (1 Kings 17:10-16).

Psalm — Praise the Lord, my soul! (Psalm 146).

Second Reading — Christ will appear a second time to bring salvation to those who eagerly await him (Hebrews 9:24-28).

Gospel — Beware of those who like to go around in long robes and accept greetings in the marketplaces and places of honor at banquets (Mark 12:38-44 [41-44]).

The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

Readings for the Week Monday:

Tuesday:

Wednesday:

Thursday:

Friday:

Saturday:

Sunday:

Wis 1:1-7; Ps 139:1b-10; Lk 17:1-6 Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12; Ps 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9; 1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17; Jn 2:13-22 Wis 6:1-11; Ps 82:3-4, 6-7; Lk 17:11-19 Wis 7:22b — 8:1; Ps 119:89-91, 130, 135,175; Lk 17:20-25 Wis 13:1-9; Ps 19:2-5ab; Lk 17:26-37 Wis 18:14-16; 19:6-9; Ps 105:2-3, 36-37,42-43; Lk 18:1-8 Dn 12:1-3; Ps 16:5, 8-11; Heb 10:11-14, 18; Mk 13:24-32

Sanctuary Lamp

This Week’s Sanctuary Lamp In Memory of Pedro Ant. Litrenta, Sr. Offered by Maria Litrenta

St. Stephen of Hungary School Pre-K through 8th Grade Catholic Parochial School

408 East 82nd St., New York, NY 10028 (212) 288-1989 Fax: (212) 517 – 5788 Principal: Ms. Kelly Burke

www.saintstephenschool.org Interested in admissions to our parish school?

admissions@saintstephenschool.org

Banns of Marriage Nathaniel Graham Somes & Caitlin Elizabeth Anthony

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Par � L�fe Our Young Adult Ministry hosted a Wine & Cheese

Let’s talk about global

this past Sunday. We had

warming. What can we do

a great time reconnecting

about it? So let’s look at one

and catching up with

cause of global warming:

each other. Pictured here

Consumerism. We all love to shop. A lot of times we

are Jasmine, Zuzana, John

buy things that we don’t really need. How many times

and Elysia who hadn't all

do we buy food when our fridge is already full? How

been together since they attended last year’s Bike

many times do we buy things without thinking about

Pilgrimage! That was an event in which young adults

what to do with our “old “ stuff ? Let’s not just throw

explored some of New York City’s Historical Catholic

things away. So much can be donated or recycled.

sites and enjoyed a Brunch together at the end.

Clothes can be exchanged among friends and family.

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The same goes for toys, books etc. Maybe we can make

If you are new to our Parish or if you are interested in learning more about our Parish History,

it a priority to do our part in the fight against global warming. Every small step counts! __________________________________________ This weekend and next, we

our ministries and about our

are collecting items for our

team, then join us for our monthly Second Sunday

annual food drive. This

Social! The Parish Council will provide you with a tour of the church and parish center while also telling you more about our Parish. It is an opportunity to ask

year, the Food Drive will not only support those at the New York Common Food Pantry but also the community of the Little Sisters of the Assumption. Please bring canned foods

questions and connect with other parish members. Join

such as canned fruit, canned vegetables, stuffing mix,

us at the back of the church on November 14th after

bread mix, cranberry sauce, gravy, pie mix, biscuit roll

the noon mass. Please RSVP by emailing the Parish

mix, etc. to the basket in front of the St. Joseph Altar

by Sunday, November 21st.

Council at: ParishCouncil@stelmo79.org pg. 5

K-8 Religious Education and Sacramental Preparation: •

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Sunday sessions run 11:11am to 11:55am on Zoom!. Zoom links are emailed to registered families each Friday. The timing of Religious Ed sessions allows your family to attend the Mass of your choice (in person or via Zoom). Participating in Sunday (or Saturday evening) Eucharist is an integral part of Religious Education in our parish! Our 10am Mass on Sunday is now a Family-Friendly Mass every Sunday!

We are accepting late registrations for the next few weeks. Please register online at stelmo79.org, or in person at the Parish Center (406 East 80th St.) You can now pay your fees online using a credit card.

Adult Faith Formation: •

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Gather with other Catholics, and with those considering becoming Catholic, to learn more about the Scriptures and our Catholic Faith in a communal setting over a cup of coffee or tea. Bring your questions and musings! Expand your knowledge of the Bible and church teaching in a friendly, non-judgmental environment. No long-term commitment – join us when you are able.

Each Sunday, following the 12noon Mass and concluding at 3pm, in the Parish Center. All materials provided. All are welcome!

Adult Sacraments of Initiation (RCIA): • • • •

Have you ever thought about becoming Catholic? Do you have a lot of questions about Catholicism?

Or are you a baptized Catholic who has not yet celebrated First Communion or Confirmation?

You, and your questions, are warmly welcomed! Come and share the journey with others.

Please contact Maryann Tyrer at mtyrer@stelmo79.org to discuss our adult initiation process (commonly known as the RCIA). Or join us on Sundays in the Parish Center following the 12noon Mass.

Veterans Day – November 11 • •

Parish offices are closed Only one Mass, at 9am, and the church is closed afterwards

Thanksgiving Food Drive – November 14-21 • •

This year has been particularly challenging for those living with food insecurity Please bring donations of non-perishable food (no glass containers, please!) to the St. Joseph altar steps in St. Monica Church

Liturgical Ministry Formation Night – November 18 •

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For all adults who signed up for any liturgical ministry (adult altar servers, lectors, Eucharistic ministers, adult choir members, digital media ministers, and ushers and hospitality ministers) 7-8:30pm in the Parish Center

Facing the Holidays After the Loss of a Loved One

A Morning of Reflection

hosted by the Bereavement Ministry at the Parish of St. Monica – St. Elizabeth of Hungary – St. Stephen of Hungary Saturday, November 13 – beginning at 9am (with coffee and donuts) – and ending with the noon Mass – in the Church (413 E. 79th Street, between 1st Ave. & York Ave.) “How can I be thankful when I’m grieving a loss?”

“How can I celebrate Christmas when my heart is broken?”

“How do I get through this holiday season without him/her beside me?”

If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday season can be especially painful. Expectations, seasonal events, and the celebration of those around us often collide with our loss and sadness.

Join us for this morning of prayer, reflection, journaling, and ritual. Find comfort and hope in our faith, and in practical suggestions for navigating the holiday season.

Please RSVP in one of these ways by Tuesday, November 9, so that we have sufficient materials prepared: On our website – www.stelmo79.org, or To our parish center – 212-288-6250, or To our pastoral associate, Maryann Tyrer – mtyrer@stelmo79.org If you haven’t already done so, you are welcome to bring a photo of your loved one to place at the St. Joseph Altar for the month of November.

Five Minute Jesus

Using the Gospel for Prayer – The 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time –November 14, 2021 It’s simple. 1. Read the Gospel for the following Sunday slowly, reflecting on the story it tells. 2. Reflect on the questions assigned for each day. 3. Make some resolution about how what you read can be lived that day. 4. Then thank God for speaking to you through this reflection.

The Gospel according to Mark 13:24-32 Jesus said to his disciples: "In those days after that tribulation the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light, and the stars will be falling from the sky, and the powers in the heavens will be shaken." And then they will see 'the Son of Man coming in the clouds' with great power and glory, and then he will send out the angels and gather his elect from the four winds, from the end of the earth to the end of the sky. "Learn a lesson from the fig tree. When its branch becomes tender and sprouts leaves, you know that summer is near. In the same way, when you see these things happening, know that he is near, at the gates. Amen, I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all these things have taken place. Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away. "But of that day or hour, no one knows, neither the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father."

Monday Was there something in this reading that spoke to you? Comforted you? Challenged you? What was it and why did it have this effect on you?

Tuesday What does the word tribulation mean? What are some ways in which people, including the people of God, experience tribulation right now?

Wednesday The images stirred up in the first part of this Gospel can be a bit scary but then we learn that Jesus will send angels to gather his elect from every end of the world. What does it take to be one of those elect? Is there something you can do today to live out that identity?

Thursday What are we to learn from the fig tree? What does it mean that Christ is near at the gate? What thoughts and feelings are stirred up in you as you reflect?

Friday Christ says that heaven and earth will pass away but His words will not. What assurance do you have that this is so?

Do any past examples of Christ moving in your life come to mind?

Saturday What do you think you are called to as you await the coming of Jesus in glory? What are the challenges to fulfill that calling? Take a moment not to ask the Holy Spirit to assist you in those challenges.

From the Pastor 11.07.21

will return next week

Retreat It goes without saying that this has been a terrible time. Political instability, economic uncertainty and all the mess surrounding the pandemic has stressed many people to the breaking point.

For priests it has been particularly difficult. The sexual abuse scandal and the window opened in the child victims act has demoralized so many of us, as we hear of beloved childhood pastors, friends and coworkers accused and removed from their parishes, pending a resolution of their cases. The pandemic robbed us for months of our parish families and kept us from doing the things we give our life to do, saying mass for congregations, teaching and ministering to those in need. Many guys are depressed. Some are angry. Many others just burnt out.

The cardinal is concerned at the number of guys who are suffering, and so, he has called a series of mandatory retreats, that all priests of the diocese need to attend. My retreat, which will be given by Bishop Edmund Whalen, will take place starting tomorrow. It will take place at the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception, in Huntington, Long Island. I will be gone from Monday through Friday.

I cannot tell you how happy I am to see our parish coming back to life. Our school is strong, and the children there are thriving. But nevertheless, it has been quite an ordeal. I hope this week you’ll say a prayer for and for that matter all the priests of the Archdiocese, so that we might continue to serve you all well.

Pew Restoration At the time of this writing, the sets of pews on the sides of the church have been removed, the floors underneath them have been sanded and they are about to apply the new sealer to them.

The pews will be back by Thanksgiving, but they will be a bit different. Their color will be the same color as the air conditioning risers that we have turned into saints’ shrines around the perimeter of the church. The kneelers will be padded in a blue fabric which will echo the blue in the church ceiling. Most importantly, however, like kneelers in many European churches the kneelers will be in the fixed down position. You will no longer have to lift the kneelers to exit the pew, nor will we have to listen to the “BANG!!!” when people put them down to kneel. This will mean that the pews will be spaced a little further apart. This will mean that we will lose two pews in each section of pews restored. But no worries: these extra pews will be altered, and placed in the spaces between the saints’ shrines, like the pews in the back of the church along the walls between the main doors, so seating will be retained.

After the two side sections are returned, we will wait until after Epiphany to continue with the restoration. The next sections to be removed will be the rear sections nearest the front doors.

Then finally the front section. If all goes according to plan, we will be finished in time for Ash Wednesday.

Father Baker

CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS 511510: Church of St. Monica/ St Elizabeth of Hungary / St Stephen of Hungary 406 East 80th Street, NYC., NY 10075 PHONE: 212 288-6250 CONTACT PERSON: Gladys Tejada/Office

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