Bread & Wine
The Eucharistic bread and wine for this week is in memory of James Butler from Mary and family.
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.
Sanctuary Lamp
The Sanctuary Lamp Candle will be lit this week in loving memory of Grace & Nicholas Russo & Andrew Tufano from Ellen, Jim and Carol.
Special Mass with Sacramental Anointing of the Sick
Ascension Thursday, May 5th, 12:00 Noon Mass
Holy Family Chapel
We cordially invite any of our parishioners who are either seriously ill and/or elderly, along with their caretakers to join us for this special liturgy. A hot luncheon will follow. Transportation is available for those needing it. Information and reservations, call Rosemary at 785-0130.
Food Pantry Weekend
April 30th & May 1st
This month, we are most in need of cereal, coffee, tea, mayonnaise, juices, rice, pasta sauce, pancake mix & syrup, dish & laundry detergent, toothpaste and all paper goods. Please leave your pantry donations on the lobby benches in church next weekend. We are also happy to accept them at the rectory during the week. The Ten-Minute Club also meets on Pantry Sunday. Please meet our St. Vincent de Paul Society members in the Church lobby after Mass and take this month’s food donations over to the rectory basement. Your generous support of our Pantry, as always, is deeply appreciated. Thank you so much.
Small Christian Communities
An evening of prayer and reflection for all members of Small Christian Communities has been planned on Thursday, May 26th at 7:30 PM in the Holy Family Chapel. Come meet the members of our many groups and celebrate our blessings of community.
Please Pray for the Repose of the Souls of the Recently Deceased
Clara Coleman, Margaret Melanie Galasso, Berenice Henderson, Andrea Of,
Colleen Buzanga and Domenica Genova
Catholic Ministries Appeal
Goal: $101,600
Pledges Received: $ 78,165
As a parish we continue to struggle to reach our goal. Last week we wrote 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 it goal. Your generosity is most appreciated.
Marian Activities for the Month of May
Mothers’ Day Baby Shower
Make this Mothers’ Day even more special by supporting our annual Mothers’ Day Baby Shower for Birthright, Momma’s House and the Life Center. We encourage you to bring NEW baby items with you to church on May 1st, so we can deliver them in time for Mothers’ Day, itself. Just leave your donations on the lobby benches in our church vestibule. Should you forget, we can also accept them at the rectory until Tuesday, May 3rd. Toys ‘R Us gift cards, pampers, blankets and baby clothes (up to toddler size 4T) would be ideal. Of course layettes are always welcome. This year we will also accept small gifts for the Moms. Gifts the Moms would love include disposable cameras (to take pictures of the babies), picture frames, toiletries, metro cards (most do not have cars), and of course gift certificates. Aside from the help it will be to dozens of Moms who don’t have the money for these things, our little “shower” during her month is also a beautiful way to honor Mary, our Blessed Mother, who loves and cares for us all. Thank you in advance for your kindness and generosity.
Friday, May 6th
We will pray the Rosary for an increase in vocations to the Priesthood and Religious Life after the 9:00 AM Mass.
Sunday, May 8th
All will be invited to pray a decade of the Scriptural Rosary after the 10:15 Mass.
Thursday, May 12th
We will pray the Rosary for Peace in the World after the 9:00 AM Mass.
Monday, May 16th
We will pray the Rosary for the intention of Respect for all Life after the 9:00 AM Mass.
Sunday, May 22nd
Join us for the May Crowning following the 10:15 AM Mass.
Wednesday, May 25th
We will pray the Rosary for the intentions of the New Holy Father after the 9:00 AM Mass.
Tuesday, May 31st
We will pray the Rosary for the intention of Family Life after the 9:00 AM Mass.
Mother’s Day Cards
Remember your mother, living or deceased, by enrolling her in the Mother’s Day Novena. All the Masses on Mother’s Day will be celebrated in honor of those listed for this novena. The names of all will be placed in the memory box and placed on the Blessed Mother’s Altar for the month of May. The envelope with the name(s) can be returned to the rectory or placed in the collection baskets.
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 25th, 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”
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 - and will also feature dancing and a specialty dessert bar and soda (anyone wishing to bring along their own private “spirits” may do so). For reservations and tickets, please call Anita Von Runnen at 785-5067 after 5:00 PM.
Vacation Bible School
Monday, July 25th - Friday, July 29th
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM - Holy Family Chapel
$55 - includes T-shirt and Snack
Children entering Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grades as of September 2005 are invited to join us for a week of Bible stories, crafts, games and songs at our parish vacation bible school. Don’t miss out - sign up early. Registration is limited. Register in the Office of Christian Formation. Applications are available in the Rectory, OCF or Holy Family Chapel. (Copy of child’s birth certificate is required.) For information call Rosemary at 785-0130.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Meeting every Thursday at 7:30 PM in the school cafeteria.
Altar Flowers
The flowers on the Blessed Mother’s Altar are in loving memory of Lawrence & Joan Dolan from Joanne & Thomas Wallace, Jr. on the occasion of our wedding.
Pilgrimage Meeting
Have you been thinking about going on the Pilgrimage to Italy in November? Do you have some questions you would like answered? Fr. Anthony will be holding a meeting over cake and coffee (it’s not Lent anymore) on Wednesday, April 27th at 7:30 PM in the Holy Family Chapel to help you decide and to answer your questions. There’s no obligation to commit to the Pilgrimage, this is just for information.
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.
Fund Raiser
On June 5th, at 7:00 PM at The Brokerage on Merrick Road, a number of comedians will come together in a fundraiser benefiting the school. Performers include Vince Dantona and George, Wild Willie, Chris Williamson and Karyn Villante. Tickets are $15 per person with a two drink minimum. Call 992-2496 for information and reservations. Thank you for supporting our school.
In Your Prayers Remember the Sick
Lorraine Degeilh, Kathleen Hosey, Rosemarie Kreuder, Florence Johanson,
Patti Fischer, Muriel Zaborowski, Dorine Kiley, Gert Ranta, Anna Gerber, Charles Carman,
Marie Sarnicola, Charles Vincent Lovaglio, Patricia Sudy, and all the sick of the parish.
Al-Anon
Meetings every Wednesday at 8:00 PM and Sunday at 7:30 PM in the school cafeteria.
Attention Teens!
Are you in grades 8th - 12th? If so, then join us for St. Barnabas’ Annual Teen Lock-In to be held Saturday, May 14th at 8:00 PM through Sunday, May 15th at 7:30 AM in the Holy Family Chapel. It will be a time for fun and reflection with your friends and peers. If interested, please complete this form, along with a check for $10 (for food and beverages) and return to the rectory no later than May 4th. Any questions, please call Linda Rhoads at 314-5242.
