Sunday, 11/10: The 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time 1 Kgs 17:10-16/Heb 9:24-28/Mk 12:38-44 or 12:41-44
Monday, 11/11: Saint Martin of Tours, Bishop Ti 1:1-9/Lk 17:1-6
Tuesday, 11/12: Saint Josaphat, Bishop and Martyr Ti 2:1-8, 11-14/Lk 17:7-10
Wednesday, 11/13: Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini, Virgin Ti 3:1-7/Lk 17:11-19
Thursday, 11/14: Weekday Phlm 7-20/Lk 17:20-25
Friday, 11/15: Weekday 2 Jn 4-9/Lk 17:26-37
Saturday, 11/16: Weekday 3 Jn 5-8/Lk 18:1-8
Next Sunday, 11/17: The 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Dn 12:1-3/Heb 10:11-14, 18/Mk 13:24-32
Baptism Announcement
On Sunday, November 10 at 12 PM, we baptize Kieran William McEnery
Daniel W. McEnery & Samantha N. McClellan
Please join us in congratulationing this family as they celebrate their child’s new life in Christ!
JOIN US JOIN US OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE f o r a n
You’ll have a chance to tour the school; meet parents, students, and members of the administrative team; gain insight into our application process; and learn about the amazing benefits of attending Saint Stephen of Hungary School!
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22 AT 8:30 AM
CREATING A PLAN: Preserving Your Assets to Protect Yourself and Your Family
Attorney Michael N. Connors of Connors and Sullivan will present an informative seminar on a wide range of estate planning, probate and elder law topics. Mr Connors has appeared on CNN, ABC news, NY1 as well as the Catholic channel, NET TV. He has been named one of New York Magazine’s legal leaders for his knowledge of the law and his ability to use that knowledge in the best interest of his clients. Learn how to protect, preserve, and direct your assets at every stage of life.
A question and answer period will follow the seminar.
DATE: Monday, November 18, 2024
TIME: 6:30 PM
PLACE: The Parish Center* 406 E. 80th Street (between 1st and York Ave) *Wheelchair Accessible
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E x p l a n a t o r y M a s s
Have you ever wondered why we say and do what we say and do at mass? Have you ever wished someone would just stop and explain what is going on during the celebration of the Eucharist? Your opportunity has arrived! Fr Baker will celebrate mass in our St. Elizabeth of Hungary Chapel (406 E. 80th Street), stopping throughout to explain things Come and join us and deepen your understanding and appreciation of the mass. (6:30 PM in the St. Elizabeth of Hungary Chapel)
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Faith & Politics: A Non-Partisan Discussion, Pt 2
Election Day is behind us - now what? Maryann Tyrer will lead a discussion about being a person of faith in the aftermath of a contentious election, dealing with uncertainty and changes, and hopefully keeping holiday visits from becoming political shouting matches (6:30 PM in the Parish Center)
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Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
This year, we have the privilege of hosting this annual gathering of people of many different faiths and traditions, all coming together to give thanks to God. Join us for this service of prayer, reflection, and song A reception will follow so that we may get to know our neighbors. (7:00 PM in the Church)
Advent Evening Prayer and Reflection
Join us for one or all of these prayerful evenings of song, psalms, and prayers, focusing on the Advent themes of Hope, Joy, and Justice. A light reception will follow each evening. (6:30 PM in the Church)
Parish Council Minutes
St. Monica, St. Elizabeth of Hungary, St. Stephen of Hungary
The Parish Council met on October 30, 2024, and discussed the following:
Feast Day/ International Food Festival recap – it was very well attended and successful!
More than 80 people attended the History of Yorkville; people enjoyed the presentation.
This year ’ s Parish Theme Banner arrived and will be hung on the front of the church at the beginning of Advent: “All Are Welcome in This Place Welcome Home”
Jennifer DeSpirito gave a year-end financial update We are planning for two big projects next year: 1) repair/replace the church roof (top and both side roofs) and 2) renovate the Parish Hall and include an elevator It will be necessary to have a capital campaign
Liz’s Pantry opened on Sat 10/26. While not many people came to collect food, those who did were grateful and it made a difference Community outreach is underway, and the pantry’s next monthly distribution is 11/23.
The Green Team is planning for next year ’ s celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Season of CreationLaudato Si’ They are connecting with other parishes
A bake sale to raise money for the various ministries in our parish will be held on Sunday 11/24 after the 10 AM and 12 PM masses, and prior to the 3PM concert
The first monthly French Mass will be celebrated at 6:30 on Sunday 11/10
beloved Yorkville community
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2024, 1:30 PM
(Doors open at 1:00 PM)
Tickets are on sale for $5 a person, and purchases must be made in person at the Parish Center during office hours. We need your help - scan the QR code to volunteer! person at Parish
NOVEMBER 10, 2024 - The 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Children’s Liturgy of the Word:
Children’s Liturgy of the Word will take place during the 10 AM mass on November 10, 17, 24, and December 8, and 15.
K-8 Religious Education and Preparation:
• Religious Education for Grades 1-8 is 10-11:55 AM in the Parish Center (406 East 80th). If you still need to register, you must come early to do so – no children can be dropped off if not registered!
Adult Sacraments of Initiation (RCIA):
• Have you ever considered becoming Catholic? 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 to discuss the process! We meet weekly, 1:15-3 PM in the Parish Center (406 East 80th).
Adult Faith Formation Opportunities:
• Group of Guys Men’s Faith Sharing group meets every Tuesday at 12noon in the Parish Center, and all men are welcome to join.
• Adult Faith Formation resumed on October 6 after the noon mass, and Theology Thursday resumed on October 3. Visit our website for more information!
• Theology Thursday - Join us on November 14 at 6:30pm in the Parish Center (406 East 80th St.) for a non-partisan discussion of Faith and Politics After a Contentious Election, led by Maryann Tyrer.
• During November bring pictures of your departed loved ones for our St. Joseph Altar.
• Veterans Day – Monday, November 11. The Church and Parish Center will be closed, and Mass will be at 9am in the St. Elizabeth of Hungary Chapel (406 East 80th St.)
Prayer After an Election God of all nations, Father of the human family, we give you thanks for the freedom we exercise and the many blessings of democracy we enjoy in these United States of America. We ask for your protection and guidance for all who devote themselves to the common good, working for justice and peace at home and around the world. We lift up all our duly elected leaders and public servants, those who will serve us as president, as legislators and judges, those in the military and law enforcement. Heal us from our differences and unite us, O Lord, with a common purpose, dedication, and commitment to achieve liberty and justice in the years ahead for all people, and especially those who are most vulnerable in our midst. Amen.
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on deteriorated over the years. In 2018, Fund, which was earmarked for the many projects we have undertaken over the years. That fund originally had and on of the parish hall is
The roofs will have to come more about this soon!
Regaining the use of the parish hall would be such a blessing for the parish. It would also be the last item to be completed from “the Plan” that our former Parish Manager, Michael Ward and I developed in 2015. These last nine years have been that the work will be done by 2029. Why is that year so important? It is the 150 celebra on will be able to take place in a new parish hall, so that aPer so many years, our parish and school communi5es can grow into and use the new and renovated facili5es we have so pa5ently waited for.
