ChurCh of St. IgnatIuS LoyoLa 980 Park avenue at 84th Street • new York, new York 10028 • (212) 288-3588

www.StignatiuSloYola.org“ B u i l d i n g a C o m m u n i t y o f D i s c i p l e s ”

February 23rd, 2014Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

The Art of the Family Mass “I want a mess,” declared Pope Francis at last summer’s World Youth Day in Rio de Janiero. “I want to see the church get closer to the people. I want to get rid of clericalism, the mundane, this closing ourselves off within ourselves, in our parishes, schools or structures. Because these need to get out!” It is a startling quote to read. A mess? How could we seek to make a mess in our churches? The power of the Mass stems partly from the comfort this weekly ritual brings to our lives. It connects us to values and traditions that are old, across the boundaries of the ages. We come to Mass each Sunday to find peace in the order that the Mass provides. Why would we want to make a mess out of something that is inherently beautiful? Pope Francis’ remarks strike a special chord for those who come to worship at the Wallace Hall Family Mass. For the families who come every Sunday to worship together, the challenges of praying the Mass while keeping children controlled and calm are manifold. Hearing the readings and homilies and getting spiritual food for our week are among the reasons we come to Mass. Getting the family up on a Sunday morning can be difficult; moving across Manhattan and into church even harder. But arriving at a space filled with young children and parents brings near boundless energy to the start of the Mass. It’s beautiful and affirming: pulsating life in all of its messy glory. Of course, it is also necessary to find a certain level of calm and focus in the Mass so that everyone can hear well and pray. It often feels as if life is bursting from the seams of the Mass, and the structure of the liturgy is what can contain and guide this raw energy. As liturgical ministers it is our mission to educate, shape, and illuminate how the Mass can bring us to a deeper understanding of faith, community, and prayer.

Added into the Family Mass experience is the music presented by the Wallace Hall Choir and Orchestra. Our

volunteer musicians prepare hymns, service music, and anthems which we rehearse before Mass. Through the beauty of the music, its accompanying text, and the high level of musicianship, we seek to enhance the worship experience of parishioners at the Wallace Hall Family Mass.

The form of the Mass is the vessel through which spiritual communication flows. Similarly, the pitches and rhythms of a piece of music is the structure that allows human feeling to flow freely into the minds and hearts of those listening. The choir’s ability to communicate feeling is conditioned on how well we can speak the musical language.

We warm up each week with tuning exercises, listening constantly for unified vowels and correct pitches. Walking, tapping, and stomping in rhythm helps to build a framework for moving together in time. Our volunteer

singers and instrumentalists, aged high school and above, grow with their music every week in the context of singing and playing well in front of others. Our two high school interns, Ellen O’Neill and Nathaniel McKeever, lead music theory classes for the choir before our warmups to bring everyone up to speed on common musical vocabulary. We search for a better sound all the time, for in

the sound lies a beautiful truth — that it is possible for us to come together and achieve harmony.

The creation of music happens when we truly listen to one another, and the force that we channel is something higher than us all. It transcends our earthly limitations, and offers us a glimpse of something that we can only find together, listening intently, as a community. We affirm our beliefs together in Mass, we sing in harmony in the face of all that we struggle with, and this challenges us to see the world, and its potential, in a different way. It creates something new for us, and unexpected — a glorious, harmonious mess. – Michael Sheetz

Music Associate

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23rdThe N.P. Mander Organ Recital Series presents Andrew Henderson. 3:00 PM.

Church. Details on page 5.

NEW! IYA Women’s Fellowship Group. 6:00 PM. Hoefner Lounge.

Details on page 3.

Sunday Social. 8:30 PM. Wallace Hall. Hosted by the Ignatian Young Adults.

Follows the 7:30 PM Mass. Details on page 3.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24th Ranger Rosary Ministry. 7:00 PM. Meeting Room. Join us in making

rosaries to send to our military. New members are welcome!

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26th Contemplative Leaders in Action

present Joy in the Spiritual Life with Rev. James Martin, S.J.: A Special

Fundraiser for CLA. 7:00 PM. Wallace Hall. Details on page 5.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Meeting.7:00 PM. Conference Room.

All are welcome.

FRIDAY – SUNDAYFEBRUARY 28th – MARCH 2nd

Shelter Weekend. Wallace Hall. For information on volunteering in the

Shelter, see details at right.

SATURDAY, MARCH 1stPoverty Simulation. 10:00 AM. Wallace Hall. Sponsored by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.

Details at right.

THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE

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The Cardinal’s Appeal offers vital support to Catholic programs and ministries throughout the Archdiocese as well as in our own parish. Please support the Appeal by making your pledge

today. Gifts can be made online at cardinalsappeal.org

Shelter Volunteers NeededShelter Weekend

Friday, February 28th – Sunday, March 2nd

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Women’s Shelter needs set-up and stay-over volunteers every other weekend through April. Both men and women are invited to assist.To volunteer, please leave a message for Teresa Abruzzo at the

Parish House or email svdp.shelter980@gmail.com

You’ve notified your friends, you’ve notified your credit cards, you’ve notified your magazines.

Please don’t forget to notify your church. This information helps us to keep our database current.

POVERTY SIMULATIONSaturday, March 1st at 10:00 AM

Wallace Hall An opportunity to roleplay the day-to-day reality of

low-income families.

Coffee and a light breakfast will be offered.Please RSVP to pattiehughes110@gmail.com,

specifying which type of role you would like to play.

SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

All parishioners are invited to attend

CELEBRATION OF THE SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK

Saturday, March 8th at 12:10 PM This is a wonderful opportunity to receive the healing strength of the Sacrament of the Sick as a community. This liturgy is designed so that the

community can support those members who face the suffering of illness or aging. All those who are chronically or acutely ill, elderly, disabled, facing surgery, or who are afflicted with any other condition of physical, mental, or spiritual suffering are invited to participate.

Participants can choose to take the role of someone living in poverty or someone in a government/social service agency who they would visit. An outline of each character and the situation they face will be provided. This is not a game, but it is designed to provide insight and respect to lives limited by poverty.

For your convenience...To reach the Giving page on the parish website, scan the QR Code at left with your smartphone’s camera.

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Sunday Socials Winter Schedule The Sunday Socials are held in Wallace Hall at 8:30 PM, fo l low ing

the 7:30 PM Mass. They are hosted by the Ignatian Young Adults. All young adults (ages 21-39) are welcome. To receive updates on IYA events and other opportunities, you can follow us on Facebook at “Ignatian Young Adults (NYC).”

IGNATIAN YOUNG ADULTS

Sunday Socials:February 23 & March 9

Ignatian 40s Speaker Series:Ignatian Spirituality

Ignatian 40s invites all parishioners to its second Annual Speaker Series led by the pastoral staff of St. Ignatius and external speakers.

Part 1 — Ignatian SpiritualitySunday, March 9thIgnatian Contemplation — Jesus & MePresenter: Fr. Ugo Nacciarone, S.J., Associate Pastor Church of St. Ignatius Loyola

Part 2 — Catholic Faith in Everyday LifeSunday, March 23rdIgnatian Spirituality & SportPresenter: Mr. Dennis Baker, S.J., Jesuit Scholastic of the New York Province

Sunday, April 6thHealth Care Ethics: Finding God Beyond the BedrailsPresenter: Fr. Dan O’Hare, S.J., Ethicist Memorial Sloan ‐Kettering Cancer Center

Sunday, April 27thIgnatian Spirituality & PoliticsPresenter: Fr. Matt Malone, S.J., Editor-in-Chief, America

Sunday, June 8thNatural Law & Sexual EthicsPresenter: Fr. Thomas Feely, S.J., Associate Pastor Church of St. Ignatius Loyola

All sessions will be in held in Wallace Hall from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM.Email ignatian40s@gmail.com to register.

Praying with Yogawith Jesuit Scholastic Bobby Karle, S.J.

For Young Adults in Their 20s & 30s Learn how the practice of yoga can deepen your

spiritual life and enrich your Christian faith.Participants should wear comfortable clothing appropriate for yoga. If you have a yoga mat, bring it to the sessions.

$10 donation requested. Proceeds benefit a charitable cause.To register, email bobbykarle@gmail.com

SundaysMarch 9 April 13 May 11

6:00 PM–7:15 PM in the Parish Lounge

NEW! IYA Women’s Fellowship GroupLast Sunday of every month

6:00 PM – 7:15 PMHoefner Lounge

A discussion group for women in their 20s & 30s to discuss the delicate balance between work and faith, using St. Ignatius’ Spiritual Exercises as a center.

Email faithiya@gmail.com to RSVP or for more information.

Upcoming MeetingsFebruary 23 March 30 April 27 May 25

IYA Lenten Reflection GroupSundays from March 9th – April 13th

6:00 PM – 7:15 PM in the Sacred Heart ParlorA sharing group for young adults in their 20s & 30s

A reflection group for young adults to share experiences about their relationship with God and

gratefully and openly listen to one another.This year we will gather to reflect on Richard Rohr’s book

Wondrous Encounters: Scripture for Lent. Copies of the book can be purchased on Amazon.com.

Please bring the book to the first meeting.

To register, email faithiya@gmail.com by Saturday, March 1st.

Meeting DatesMarch 9 March 16 March 23 April 6 April 13

Sponsored by Ignatian Social Justice

IDENTITY & INCLUSIVENESS: A TUG OF WAR IN TODAY’S CHURCH

Monday, March 24th at 7:00 PMWallace Hall

Presented by Peter Steinfels, Founding co-director of the Center on

Religion and Culture, Fordham University

Among the divisions afflicting the Church today is the one between Catholics primarily concerned about strengthening

Catholic identity and those primarily concerned about embracing those who have been marginalized.

How can this genuine conflict be overcome?

THE FAITH THAT DOES JUSTICE LECTURE SERIES

Copies of a brochure that details upcoming The Faith That Does Justice lecture events are available in the Narthex,

the Parish House, and at stignatiusloyola.org

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SUNDAY, MARCH 2nd8th Sunday in Ordinary Time

11:00 AM SOLEMN MASSwith Parish Community Choir

J.S. Bach Pastorale BWV 590: Movements 1, 2, 3Spiritual, arr. Dawson Ain’a that good news! Saint-Saëns Panis AngelicusVierne Pièces de fantasie: Tocatta in B minor

7:30 PM MASSJ.S. Bach Pastorale BWV 590: Movement 3J.S. Bach Prelude and Fugue in E minor, BWV 555 (Little 8)

MUSIC

Announced Masses and Readings for the WeekMonday, February 24th (7th Monday in Ordinary Time)James 3:13–18 Psalm 19 Mark 9:14–29 8:30 MEM John B., John A., & Elizabeth A. Rooney12:10 MEM Marian Vinocour 5:30 MEM Romana K. RegerTuesday, February 25th (7th Tuesday in Ordinary Time) James 4:1–10 Psalm 55 Mark 9:30–37 8:30 MEM Dr. Emil Wittek12:10 MEM Eugene Rippa 5:30 MEM Richard PhillipsWednesday, February 26th (7th Wednesday in Ordinary Time)James 4:13–17 Psalm 49 Mark 9:38–40 8:30 MEM Donald Gordon12:10 MEM Bill Seekman 5:30 MEM David Driscoll Thursday, February 27th (7th Thursday in Ordinary Time)James 5:1–6 Psalm 49 Mark 9:41–50 8:30 MEM Daniel Sarisky12:10 MEM Colin Cooney 5:30 MEM Living & Deceased Members of the Wallace FamilyFriday, February 28th (7th Friday in Ordinary Time)James 5:9–12 Psalm 103 Mark 10:1–12 8:30 MEM Vera Grey12:10 MEM Augustin Perkovic 5:30 MEM William PowersSaturday, March 1st (7th Saturday in Ordinary Time) James 5:13–20 Psalm 141 Mark 10:13–16 8:30 MEM Elizabeth LumleySunday, March 2nd (8th Sunday in Ordinary Time)Isaiah 49:14–15 Psalm 621 Corinthians 4:1–5 Matthew 6:24–34

Annual Golden Wedding Mass Celebration

Couples celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary anytime during 2014 are invited to attend one of the Annual Golden Wedding Jubilee Mass Celebrations with

Cardinal Dolan at the Cathedral of St. Patrick on Sunday, June 14th and Monday, June 15th at 2:00 PM.

Pre-registration is required.

To register, contact Diane Boyle at the Parish House (212-288-3588 x618 or boyled@stignatiusloyola.org).

Sponsored by the Archdiocesan Family Life/Respect Life Office

We pr ay for t h e f a i t h f u l d e p a r te d

Patrick Gerard HanrahanSheila Joyce

May they rest in the peace of the Risen Lord.

PRAYER RESOURCESPray as You Go

http://www.pray-as-you-go.orgPray as you go is a daily prayer session

designed for use on your iPod or other portable MP3 player.

3-Minute Retreats http://www.loyolapress.com/

3-minute-retreats-daily-online-prayer.htmTake a short prayer break right at your computer.

Spend some quiet time reflecting on a Scripture passage.

Ready to try a 500-year-old workout regimen with proven results?

The Jesuit Collaborative invites you to share the gift of Ignatian spirituality and the opportunity to meet interesting people who

are ready to further develop their spiritual lives.

Just like exercise for the physical body, St. Ignatius believed that we need spiritual exercise, as well. We invite you to find God in all things through

our rewarding and unique programs. Please visit us at www.jesuitcollaborative.org or

email pmcdonough@jesuitcollaborative.org

WALLACE HALL AVAILABLE FOR RENTALThe space is available for a variety of events including fundraisers, lectures, receptions, cocktail parties, and formal banquet-style dinners.

For more information, contact Caroline Fernandes at 212-288-3588 or fernandesc@saintignatiusloyola.org

Interested in becoming Catholic? Call 212-288-3588 or email church@stignatiusloyola.org

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Contemplative Leaders in Action (CLA) presentJoy in the Spiritual Life with

Rev. James Martin, S.J.:A Special Fundraiser for CLA

Wednesday, February 26th Wallace Hall

Doors open 6:30 PM/Reception begins at 7:00 PM Followed by the Speaking Program

Tickets: Individual Tickets – $100

Members of CLA Cohorts 2012 & 2013 – $50

CLA is a program of the Jesuit Collaborative

For more information and/or to purchase tickets, visit http://jesuit-collaborative.org/CLANYFundraiser

Pope Francis is an apostle of joy. But how can we non-popes incorporate such virtues as joy, humor, and laughter into our own personal spiritual lives?

– Rev. James Martin, S.J.

THE ANNUAL CHANGE FOR CHANGE DRIVE

Donations this year will be forwarded to St. Ignatius School Nativity Mission (SIS) in the Bronx. Inspired by Jesuit educational

values, SIS educates promising children from low-income, underserved families, regardless of religious denomination. It is a rigorous and disciplined academic program that recognizes each student’s unique gifts, challenges, and potential.

The collection period runs fromAsh Wednesday to the end of April.

Loose change, bills, and checks (made out to “Church of St. Ignatius Loyola”) are welcome!Please bring donations to the Parish House

in care of Joanne Cunneen.

The N.P. Mander Organ Recital Series

presents

ANDREW HENDERSONDirector of Music & Organist

Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church

TODAY at 3:00 PM J.S. Bach Toccata, Adagio & Fugue, BWV 564Grier Flourish & Reverie Weaver Prelude on ‘Beach Spring’ Weaver Toccata Widor Symphonie VI in G minor, Op. 42

All Tickets for Organ Recitals: $20 Call 212-288-2520 for 24/7 ticket ordering.

Tickets can also be purchased at www.smssconcerts.org

Join us in March for...Organ Plus! — Organist Nancianne Parella

with Jorge Ávila, violin Victoria Drake, harp Arthur Fiacco, cello

Sunday, March 16th at 3:00 PM

Recommended Reading:SIX MINUTE REFLECTIONS FOR LENT

Based on the writings of the late Bishop Kenneth Untener of Saginaw, Michigan, these booklets have been well received in past years. The goal is to find six minutes of quiet time

each day during Lent and work through the booklet one day at a time. Cost: $1.00 Also Available:

The Living Gospel: Daily Devotions for LentFor Lenten prayer this year, we are recommending a small booklet by

Sister Theresa Rickard, O.P.

Each daily devotion offers a prayer, a pertinent reflection on the gospel reading for the day, and a specific

challenge for ongoing spiritual growth. Available at the Parish House while supplies last. Cost: $2.00

Lent 2014begins Ash Wednesday, March 5th

Sign-ups begin next weekend!

LENTEN CROSS PROJECT

ChurCh of St. IgnatIuS LoyoLa 980 Park avenue at 84th Street • new York, new York 10028 • (212) 288-3588

Fax: (212) 734-3671 www.StignatiuSloYola.org

Music Information: (212) 288-2520 Email: music@stignatiusloyola.org

Pastor Rev. George M. Witt, S.J.Associate Pastors Rev. William J. Bergen, S.J. Rev. Thomas H. Feely, S.J. Rev. Ugo R. Nacciarone, S.J. Pastoral Associates Joanne Cunneen Kathryn King, F.S.P.Assisting Priests (Sunday) Rev. Philip G. Judge, S.J. Rev. James Martin, S.J. Rev. Anthony P. SooHoo, S.J.Music Ministries Scott Warren, Director Nancianne Parrella

Robert Reuter Michael Sheetz Maureen Haley Philip Anderson Sara Murphy, Administrator Staff information: on the website at music/music staffAssistant to the Pastor Diane M. BoyleAdministrative Assistant Patricia SchneiderCommunications Coordinator Elizabeth O’SullivanDirector of Facilities Czeslaw “Chester” CiupinskiAsst. to the Director of Facilities Caroline FernandesTreasurer Fernando Castro

PARISH STAFF

Weekday Masses Monday-Friday

8:30 AM, 12:10 PM and 5:30 PMSaturday: 8:30 AM

Masses for Next Weekend: Saturday Vigil: 5:30 PM Fr. Bergen Sunday: 8:00 AM Fr. Bergen 9:30 AM Fr. Feely Wallace Hall 11:00 AM Fr. Witt Solemn 11:00 AM Fr. Judge 7:30 PM Fr. Judge

Retreat with Sr. Kathleen Deignan, CND: sponsored by Pax Christi Metro New York. The retreat theme is “Pax Christi/Pax Terra: Thomas Merton & Thomas Berry in Dialogue on Making Peace with Earth.” Friday, February 28th – Sunday, March 2nd. St. Joseph’s Renewal Center in Brentwood, Long Island. Sr. Kathleen is Professor of Religious Studies and Director of the Iona Spirituality Institute at Iona College, New Rochelle, NY. Cost: $250; Commuter: $220; Saturday only: $125. Limited scholarships may be available. Registration deadline: Wednesday, February 19th or until all spaces are filled. For more information or to register, email info@nypaxchristi.org or 212-420-0250.

St. Francis Resume Clinic. Sponsored by the Church of St. Francis of Assisi. Friday, March 7th. Private sessions to assist unemployed individuals, as well as others facing possible layoffs, or considering a career transition. Volunteers will be assisting participants in updating/editing their resumes. Call 212-736-8500, x357 for an individual appointment. Participants should email a rough draft to resume@stfrancisnyc.org Because of the preparation work that is necessary, no walk-ins can be accepted.

Are you a Catholic physician, health care professional, or medical student? The Catholic Medical Association (CMA) helps doctors and health care professionals grow in faith, maintain ethical integrity, and provide excellent health care in accordance with the teachings of the Church. The CMA offers professional, spiritual, and moral support through local chapters and annual national conferences featuring world‐class speakers and CME credits. Be part of the New Evangelization and join the CMA to help build a culture of life in health care and to pro-vide a voice for Catholic medical and ethical principles in society. Visit www.cathmed.org to learn more about the CMA and the benefits of membership.

Religious Education for Children

Joanne Cunneen, M.A., M.S. Director

(212) 861-4764

St. Ignatius Loyola Grammar School

Ms. Mary Larkin, Principal M.S. Ed. (Admin.), M.S. Ed. (Literacy)

48 East 84th StreetNew York, NY 10028

(212) 861-3820 Fax: (212) 879-8248

St. Ignatius Loyola Day Nursery

Ms. Theodora Crist, M.S.Executive Director240 East 84th Street

New York, NY 10028 (212) 734-6427 Fax: (212) 734-6972

Children’s Liturgy of the Word: Sundays at the 9:30 AM Mass and

the 11:00 AM Mass in Wallace Hall.

Centering Prayer: Mondays at 6:30 PM

Confessions: 5:00 PM Saturday or by appointment.

Communal Penance Services are celebrated during Advent and Lent.

Baptisms: Please call Joanne Cunneen at the Parish House to arrange

for a Baptism and the preparation given prior to Baptism.

Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults: Contact Maureen Fullam, M.A.,

Director, at the Parish House.

Marriages: The Bride or Groom should call Joanne Cunneen at the

Parish House to begin preparation for Marriage, normally one year in advance.

Visits to the Sick: Please contact the Parish House between the hours of

9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

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