Bread & Wine
The Eucharistic bread and wine for this week is in memory of George Hand from his 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.

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.

Regular Monthly Meeting
Our regular meeting will be held on Monday, May 2nd, at 8:00 PM in the North Cafeteria. In honor of Our Blessed Mother, we will have the “Living Rosary”. Refreshments will be served. Also we will be collecting non-perishable food items, paper goods and laundry detergent for Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Parish in Roosevelt. Anyone wishing to participate can either bring an item to the Rosary Meeting or drop off at the Rectory. For more information, call Marie Scheibeler at 826-3974.

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.

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.

Ascension of the Lord
Thursday, May 5th is the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord and a Holy Day of Obligation. Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday evening at 5:00 PM and on Thursday at 6:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 5:00 PM and 7:30 PM.

Please Pray for the Repose of the Souls of the Recently Deceased
Fr. William Govern, Sr. Alexander Marie Timmons, S.C., Anne G. Arditi, Joseph Hanley,
Madeline Butler and Stephen Skalocky

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School
Stand outside the school yard any morning or during the lunch break and see the happiness on the faces of the children who attend our school. These same smiles can be observed in the classrooms and a similar smile could be on your child’s face. 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.

Defensive Driving Course
Saturday, June 4th - 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
School Cafeteria - $45 per person
To register call 631-360-9720. This course is for point and insurance reduction.

Marian Activities for the Month of May
Mothers’ Day Baby Shower
If you haven’t brought in your Baby Shower Gift as yet, we can accept them at the rectory until Tuesday, May 3rd.

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 increased devotion to the Eucharist and for the intentions of Pope Benedict XVI 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.

Thank You
Parish outreach and the Social Justice Committee would like to extend a Big Thank You to all who participated in Project Rice Bowl. Due to your generosity and Lenten sacrifices, we were able to send a check for over $4,000 to Catholic Relief Services to assist them as they work with the poor and suffering around the world. You truly heed the call of the Gospel. God Bless.

Help Wanted
St. Ignatius Retreat House, Manhasset
Receptionist/Bookstore/Gift Shop - Computer skills a must - Good phone voice. Call Anita at 621-8300, ext. 10.

We Need Your Help
Help is needed in planning our parish picnic. It takes many volunteers to make this a fun-filled parish event. If you can help in any way, attend our planning meeting on Monday, May 9th, 7:30 PM in the rectory meeting room. For information call Rosemary at 785-0130.

Charismatic Renewal Center
The Diocesan Office of Charismatic Renewal will sponsor an evening when the BLD Covenant Community will minister to us, on Monday, May 9th beginning at 8:00 PM. They will conduct the entire meeting much like they do every Friday evening at St. Kilian’s. We will hear much about their community which proclaims the mission of Making Disciples. Everyone is welcome! For further information, call the Diocesan Office of Charismatic Renewal at 631-952-7400.

In Your Prayers Remember the Sick
Lorraine Degeilh, Kathleen Hosey, Rosemarie Kreuder, Florence Johanson, Patti Fischer,
Muriel Zaborowski, Dorine Kiley, Gert Ranta, Anna Gerber, Marie Sarnicola, Charles Vincent Lovaglio, Gussie Larocca, Rita Zimmer, Jim Bush, Patricia Birbiglia, Lillian Rocco,
Nicole Green and all the sick of the parish.

Catholic Daughters of the Americas
The next meeting of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court Mother Seton #2413, will be held on Tuesday, May 3rd, at 7:30 PM in the school. Our May Crowning of the Blessed Mother will take place. If anyone is interested in joining this National Catholic Organization of Women, please call Jackie at 781-7846 after 7:00 PM.

Caregivers’ Support
Do you provide care for a senior? Have you felt the frustration, exasperation and even guilt while caring for a loved one? You are not alone! A free caregivers’ support group is available to provide encouragement and information. This group is hosted by a licensed social worker, and sponsored by Nassau County Dept. of Senior Citizens Affairs and Catholic Charities. For more information, please call Margaret at the Outreach Office at 785-6243.

Feast of St. Peregrine Special Mass
Prayers and Anointing
For All Suffering From Cancer and For All Its Survivors
Monday, May 2nd - 7:30 PM - St. Rose of Lima
Information call - 798-4992

Prayer for Our Armed Forces
Let us keep in our prayers the men and women in our Armed Forces:

Corporal Kevin Shay, US Marine Corps
Lieutenant John Gabriel Pinto, US Navy
Lieutenant Colonel Robert Maguire, US Marine Corps
Lieutenant Colonel Michael Hollis, US Marine Corps
Captain Terrence J. O’Connor, US Army
Lieutenant Patrick McKensey, US Marine Corps
Corporal Charles E. Mullon, III, US Marine Corps
Private William Laughran, US Marine Corps
Sergeant Eric Loughran, US Army Reserves
Chaplain Major Paul K. Hurley, US Army
Captain Eric Reid, US Army
Lance Corporal Timothy E. Fenton, US Marine Corps
Lieutenant Colonel Timothy Whalen
Sergeant Henry Bailey, III
Terrence Murphy
Major Rusty Dooley
Corporal Arbour, US Army
John Anthony Lang, US Navy
Staff Sergeant Daniel Milazzo, US Air Force

Please notify the rectory office of anyone you would like added to our list of those serving our country in the Armed Forces. Include name, rank and branch of service.

Girl Scouts
The Annual Girl Scout Convocation will take place today at St. Agnes Cathedral. Receiving the Marian Medal are Cadette Scouts Katherine Marando, Allison Monastero, Michelle Monastero, Aurora Parlegreco, Meghan Rice and Erin Williams. Receiving the I Live My Faith Medal will be Junior Scouts, Larina Arcese, Melissa Boscarino, Mary Cate Simeone and Mariah Sullivan. Congratulations!

Nocturnal Adoration
First Tuesday, May 3rd, at 8:00 PM in the church.

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.

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.