Bread & Wine
The Eucharistic bread & wine for this week is for the intentions of Vincent & Mary DiCanio on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary from children, grandchildren & great-grandchildren.
Please Pray for the Repose of the Souls of the Recently Deceased
Leon A. Abbene, Maryann Gatti, Louis J. Votino, Carolyn Mangan,
Albert Letz and James S. Gambino
Catholic Ministries Appeal
Goal: $101,600
Pledges Received: $ 93,280
Can you imagine that what seemed like an impossible goal is now very much within our reach? We are now just $8,320 from reaching the goal set for us by the diocese for the Catholic Ministries Appeal. Thankfully there are still those among us contemplating a donation. Please join with those who have given and help us to rejoice in the challenge that has been placed before us. Your generosity is always appreciated.
Outreach
Facilitator training for those interested in leading a separated and divorced support group or a bereavement support group will be offered by Elaine Stillwell on Wednesday, June 15th at Kellenberg Memorial High School in Uniondale. If interested or for more information, please call Margaret at 785-6243.
Food Pantry Weekend
June 4th & 5th
The poor, whom Jesus said will always be among us, are very grateful for the generosity of St. Barnabas month after month. This month we have had so many requests for food that our cupboard is pretty empty… If you can help it will be most appreciated. We are most in need of cereal, coffee, tea, rice, canned fruit, juice, pancake mix & syrup, pasta sauce, personal care items, laundry detergent and paper goods but all donations are gratefully accepted. 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. We’ll need you to take this month’s food donations over to the rectory basement. Please meet our Saint Vincent de Paul Society members in the church lobby after Mass. Your generous support of our Pantry, as always, is deeply appreciated. Thank you so much.
Marian Activities for the Month of May
Tuesday, May 31st
We will pray the Rosary for the intention of Family Life after the 9:00 AM Mass.
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School
Those attending the 9:00 AM mass this past Thursday had a special treat – the first communicants from the school led the recently confirmed from the 8th grade class at the entrance procession and the coronation of Mary concluding our month of May. Experiences such as these touch the memories and hearts of our young people and are a strong force in the faith formation of the children. To share in the excitement of Catholic Education for your child or just to gather additional information, please 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.
Banns of Marriage
Anthony Parisi & Marta Drape
Jeremy Caldwell & Jenifer Anderson
Michael Valva & Justyna Zubko
In Your Prayers Remember the Sick
Rosemarie Kreuder, Florence Johanson, Patti Fischer,
Gert Ranta, Marie Sarnicola, Jim Bush, Patricia Birbiglia, Joan Kluczka,
Dolores Connors, Helen Wright, Clare Cupo, Millie McDevitt, Dolores Seelig,
Ann O’Leary, and all the sick of the parish.
Madonna Heights Services
Madonna Heights Services in Dix Hills is in need of the following items: baby clothes, diapers, ointment, formula, bottles, baby wipes, baby shampoo, lotion and receiving blankets. Please call the Development Office at 631-643-8800, ext 291 for more details.
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 McKinney, US Army
Corporal Charles E. Mullon, III, US Marine Corps
Private William D. Loughran, IV, US Marine Corps
Sergeant Eric S. 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
Private Peter Dubin, US Army
Corporal Ryan Donnelly, US Marine Corps
Private Sean Keeffe, US Army
Seaman Brian Farrell, US Navy
Colonel Peter H. Devlin, US Marine Corps
Lance Corporal Bryan Watkins, US Marine Corps
Lieutenant Colonel Diane (Boyce) Bilbray US Air Force
Senior Airman David Worsdale, US Air Force
First Sergeant Thomas J. Carey, US Army
Lieutenant Eric Dieges, US Navy
Brig. General Brian Meenan, US Air Force
Lieutenant Benjamin H. Klimkowski, US Army
3rd Mate Christine M. Klimkowski Merchant Marine
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.
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.
Seats are limited, so please register as soon as possible.
Rectory Closed
The Rectory Office will be closed on Monday, May 30th, in observance of Memorial Day.
Father’s Day Cards
Remember your father, living or deceased, by enrolling him in the Father’s Day Novena. All the masses on Father’s Day will be celebrated in honor of those listed for the novena. The names of all will be placed in the memory box on the Blessed Mother’s Altar for the month of June. The envelope with the name(s) can be returned to the rectory or placed in the collection baskets or poor boxes.
Second Collection
There will be a second collection on June 4th and 5th for the Religious Retirement Fund. Religious Communities of sisters and brothers who have been involved in educational, health care and social ministry in our diocese and also in Brooklyn need our help. Your generosity is most appreciated and will assist the elderly religious of thirty-one communities who still serve us.
Altar Flowers
The flowers on the Main Altar for this week are in loving memory of Anna & Charles Janecek & Dr. Alexander & Louise Lo Re on the occasion of the wedding of Christopher & Chantal Lo Re Gemperline.
The flowers on the Blessed Mother’s Altar for this week are in loving memory of William Quinn, Sr. from the Meadows Family.
11-Days Italy Pilgrimage
Set aside November 9th through 19th to visit historic churches, palaces and places of interest to the Christian traveler. Our pilgrimage will visit Venice, Padua, Florence, Pisa, Assisi, and the eternal city, Rome. Now’s the time to reserve your place on this pilgrimage. For more information contact me, Fr. Anthony at the rectory or by e-mail at Frant11710@aol.com. I’m packed already, I just can’t find my passport.
Catholic Daughters of the Americas
The last meeting of the year for the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court Mother Seton #2413, will begin with the installation of new members at a Mass starting at 7:00 PM in the church on June 7th. After Mass will be a short meeting and end of year party. If interested in joining this national Catholic women’s organization, you can call Jackie at 781-7846 for further information.
Parish Family Picnic
Join us on Sunday, June 5th from 10:00 AM to Sunset at Wantagh Park - Central Picnic Area for our Annual Parish Picnic. Invite your family and friends! Activities for all ages: DJ, Kids Games, BINGO, Adult Relay Games, Softball, Line Dancing, Pie Eating Contest and Face Painting to name a few. Please bring chairs and tables because seating is limited on a first-come, first-serve basis. Also, remember your food and charcoal - no glass bottles. Watermelon, coffee, tea and desserts will be available at the Hospitality Table. For information, please call Rosemary Pettei at 785-0130.
