The Suffering of the Sudanese
The people of the Sudan have been victims of horrible atrocities during the past months and to be honest for years. A voluntary collection to offer them support will be taken at the doors of the Church on Sunday, April 24th at all the weekend masses. Your support and generosity are most appreciated.
Please Pray for the Repose of the Souls of the Recently Deceased
Alberta J. Sharp, William G. Felice, Jr., Angela Scali and Josephine DiFiglia
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School
We have a seat reserved for you child to be educated, cared for and nurtured by some of the most caring people you’ll ever meet. Join us at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School sharing in the tradition of excellence that has made it a happy home for so many of our parishioners. For information call our principal, Ms. Graziose at 785-5709.
Handicapped Encounter Christ
April 21st - April 24th
Camp Alvernia, Centerport, NY
This retreat weekend is designed for men and women 18 years and older who are physically disabled, blind or mentally challenged. Volunteers are needed to assist as aides or to help with serving meals, setting and cleaning tables. For more information on attending or volunteering please call Yvonne & Ray LaBrec at 631-757-0507.
Confirmation Class
For many reasons sometimes a Catholic person does not receive the Sacrament of Confirmation at the age of 12 or 13. This is not a problem. We would like to invite those who are Catholic adults and have not received Confirmation to join us for three evenings: April 15th, May 2nd and May 9th at 8:00 PM. We will celebrate the Sacrament on Pentecost Sunday, May 15th. Please contact Fr. Anthony at the rectory for more information. You may also e-mail him at frant11710@aol.com - in the subject line please note Confirmation.
Rosary Society Social
“An Evening with Old Brown Eyes”
Please join us on Saturday, May 14th from 7:30 PM to 11:00 PM in the school gym, for a fun filled evening of nostalgia as we listen to a masterful tribute to Old Blue Eyes. Our featured vocalist will be Jerry Cardone who has received high acclaim for his NYC performances at Lincoln Center, The Waldorf Astoria and Tavern on the Green. The ticket price is $25 - the evening will also feature dancing and a specialty dessert bar. For reservations and tickets, please call Anita Von Runnen at 785-5067 after 5:00 PM.
Bread & Wine
The Eucharistic bread and wine for this week is in loving memory of Thomas & Christopher Karol and Julia Donohue from Mary Karol and family.
Picnic News
Save the date!
Sunday, June 5th - 10:00 AM - Dusk
Wantagh Park - Central Picnic Area
Join us for a day of food, fellowship and fun, as we come together for our Annual Parish Picnic. Fun is guaranteed for all ages. Flyer will follow in bulletin at a later date.
Help Needed!!
Anyone who can help us with our picnic planning and hosting is welcomed to join us for our first picnic planning meeting on Monday, April 11th at 7:30 PM in the Rectory Meeting Room. Any help you can give will be greatly appreciated. For information, please call Rosemary Pettei at 785-0130.
Al-Anon
Meeting every Wednesday at 8:00 PM and Sunday at 7:30 PM in the school cafeteria.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Meeting every Thursday at 7:30 PM in the school cafeteria.
Stroke Prevention Screenings
10 Minutes That Can Save Your Life!
On Tuesday, April 19th, from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM in the Convent Basement, St. Barnabas will be hosting stroke prevention screenings, sponsored by Precision Screening Plus. Long Island’s first and only locally owned and operated Stroke Screening Company, serving the Long Island community since 2001. Unlike other companies, immediate results and pictures will be available. Licensed Ultrasound Technologists will perform four non-invasive, painless ultrasound exams to determine your risk of Stroke, Aneurysm, Peripheral Vascular Disease and Osteoporosis. Your physician cannot order these tests without clear evidence of symptoms. Ironically, most people who suffer from a stroke or aneurysm never show signs or symptoms that a major catastrophe is about to occur. Individual tests are $60, any 3 for $135 and all 4 for $150. Please call Precision Screening Plus at 221-6543 to set up an appointment or if you would like any additional information.
Cub Scout Bake Sale
Cub Scout Pack 580 will be hold its Spring Bake Sale on Saturday, April 16th after the 5:00 PM Mass and on Sunday, April 17th after the 9:00, 10:15, 10:30 AM and 12:00 Noon Masses. Your support is appreciated.
Family Liturgy’s Special
Anniversary Blessing
If you are celebrating a wedding anniversary this month, please come to the 10:15 AM Mass in the Holy Family Chapel next week to receive a special blessing and celebrate with your parish family.
In Your Prayers Remember the Sick
Sal Pitti, Angelo Insardi, Lorraine Degeilh, Gert Ranta, Rosemarie Kreuder, Linda Hall, Florence Johanson, Patricia Sudy, Patti Fischer, Andrea Of, Dorine Kiley, Kathleen Hosey, Anna Gerber, and all the sick of the parish.
Outreach
Outreach would like to offer employment workshops for those looking for work but we will need people to run the workshops. Catholic Charities is offering training to those who might be interested. If you’d like to get more information, please call Margaret at 785-6243.
Banns of Marriage
Scott Kump & Elizabeth Etzo
Francis Gorey & Brooke Del Vecchio
Daniel Curry & Susan Witt
Erick Brauin & Christine Aiello
Sanctuary Lamp
The Sanctuary Lamp Candle will be lit this week in loving memory of Thomas Rathgaber from his family.
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School
Reverse Raffle
Tickets are still available for the reverse raffle. Prizes total $20,000 including a grand prize of $10,000 (based upon the sale of 500 tickets.) Tickets costs $100 and provides admission for two to the Drawing/Cocktail party on Saturday, April 23rd at 7:00 PM. Please stop by the rectory or call Ann Marie Milano at 409-4933 or Kathy Whelan at 785-6840 for more information.
Life in the Spirit Seminar
Are you looking for a deeper meaning to your life? There is always more of God in your life, than there now is. Join us for an introductory talk on the Life in the Spirit Seminar on Monday, April 11th, at 8:00 PM in the Holy Family Chapel. All are welcome. Any questions, call Anita Langdon at 826-6275.
Day of Recollection
Wednesday, May 4th
Join us for a day of prayer and reflection at St. Ignatius Retreat Center (Inisfada) in Manhasset. The day begins at 9:30 AM with coffee and fellowship. Fr. Anthony will be the presenter. It follows with a presentation, quiet prayer, luncheon and closes with a Eucharistic liturgy (ending at approximately 3:00 PM). Suggested donation is $25. For reservations, please call Fr. Anthony at the rectory.
Vacation Bible School Summer - 2005
For Pre-School, Kindergarten and First Grade
July 25th - July 29th
Holy Family Chapel
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM - $55 per child
Catholic Ministries Appeal
Goal: $101,600
Pledges Received: $ 74,790
As a parish we continue to struggle to reach our goal. During the coming weeks, we will be writing to those who have contributed in the past to our campaign and who have not shared in the appeal this year. Hopefully through this latest effort we will come closer to our goal and perhaps reap the benefits of being one of the parishes that actually makes their goal. Your generosity is most appreciated.
