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OUR LADY OF GRACE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
100-05 159TH AVENUE, HOWARD BEACH, NY 11414
Rev. Marc Swartvagher, Pastor Rev. Mr. Alexander Breviario, Parish Deacon
February 9, 2020 PARISH OFFICE 100-05 159th Avenue
Howard Beach, NY 11414 (718)– 843-6218
fax (718) 738-8208 Monday to Friday 9:30 am- 5:00 pm
www.olghb.org [email protected]
OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC ACADEMY
Ms. Marybeth McManus, Principal 158-20 101st Street
Howard Beach, NY 11414 (718) 848-7440
www.AMCAhb.org [email protected]
OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Mrs. Jeanne Antonino, Director
158-20 101st Street Howard Beach, NY 11414
(718) 835-2165 www.olghb.org / education
WE CELEBRATE THE SACRAMENTS EUCHARIST: Sunday: 5:00 pm (Saturday Vigil), 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 12 noon and 6:00 pm Monday to Saturday: 8:30 am
RECONCILIATION: Saturdays: 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm and by appointment
BAPTISMS: Baptisms are held the second Sunday of the month at 2:00 pm. Please call the Rectory to schedule an appointment with Fr. Marc Swartvagher to arrange the Baptism.
MARRIAGE: Engaged couples must call the Rectory for an appointment at least SIX months prior to scheduling a wedding date.
ANOINTING Anyone who expects to be hospitalized may come for an Anointing of the Sick after the OF THE SICK 8:30 am Mass on Saturdays. If it is an emergency, please call the Rectory.
MISSION STATEMENT
Our Lady of Grace is a faith-filled community, spanning many generations. Nourished by the Body and Blood of Christ, we accept Jesus’ invitation to “Come, follow Me.” As Christ’s presence in the world, we continue to build our relationship
with God through loving service to others. We strive to bring forth the unique gifts of our parish family and to spread the Gospel for the greater glory of God.
Mass Intentions February 9, 2020 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday, February 9, 2020 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Is 58:7-10 1 Cor 2:1-5 Mt 5:13-16 (73)
5:00 pm Vincent J. Valinoti by Joan & Jerry Quinn Vigil Matthew McDevitt by Maria DeCandia-Racano & Family Carolyn Wright by Rowland Family Barbara & Michael Ridge by Peggy Ridge Mr. & Mrs. John Ridge by Peggy Ridge 8:00 am Frank Hornung by Maria 10:00 am People of the Parish 12 Noon Margaret Rose Dulisse by Joe Barreca 6:00 pm Timothy Dowd (Anniversary in Heaven) by wife, Angela & Family Monday, February 10, 2020 St. Scholastica, Virgin 1 Kgs 8:1-7, 9-13 Mk 6:53-56 (329)
8:30 am Antonio Hombrebueno by Tita Aquino Tuesday, February 11, 2020 Our Lady of Lourdes and World Day of the Sick 1 Kgs 8:22-23, 27-30 Mk 7:1-13 (330)
8:30 am Virgine di Lourdes by Giuseppe Sorbara & Family 7:00 pm Mass for Healing Wednesday, February 12, 2020 1 Kgs 10:1-10 Mk 7:14-23 (331)
8:30 am Bernadette Tracy by M/M Patrick Connolly Thursday, February 13, 2020 St. Paul Miki & Companions, Martyrs 1 Kgs 11:4-13, Mk 7:24-30 (332) 8:30 am Rosario Benincasa by wife, Lucrezia Friday, February 14, 2020 Sts. Cyril, Monk and Methodius, Bishop 1 Kgs 11:29-32, 12:19 Mk 7:31-37 (333) 8:30 am Alfonso and Filomena Greco by Family Saturday, February 15, 2020 1 Kgs 12:26-32, 13:33-34 Mk 8:1-10 (334) 8:30 am Patrick & Breeda Connolly by Connolly Family Sunday, February 16, 2020 Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Sir 15:15-20 1 Cor 2:6-10 Mt 5:17-37 or 5:20-22a, 27-28, 33-34a, 37 (76)
5:00 pm Regina McGuire by Jereann McGuire Vigil Ellen Lombardi by Family Joseph Morici by Kerins Family Bernadette Tracy by Lena Pace Antonio Esposito by Ernesto Conte 8:00 am Angela Villella by Antonina Tambene 10:00 am James Mango by Fran & Tom Butler 12 Noon People of the Parish 6:00 pm Matthew McDevitt by Cecilia & James Klein
Memorial Gifts
The Altar Flowers are offered this week
In Memory of: Mark Myers
by Mom & Dad
The Bread and Wine are offered this week In Memory of:
Regina McGuire by Jereann McGuire
The Sanctuary Lamp is offered this week
In Memory of: Raffaele Rea
by Children and Grandchildren
The Angelus Bells will ring on February 15th In Memory of:
Patrick & Breeda Connolly by the Connolly Family
In Loving Memory
Recently Deceased: James McCurdy
Please pray for him and the consolation of faith for his family.
We Pray
PRAYERS AND INTENTIONS (Parishioners will be listed on the “Prayers and Intentions” list for one month, unless
the Rectory is notified by a family member to keep the name listed for a longer
period of time.)
Bob Acosta, Mary Albino, Josephine Ardolino,
Gus Castagna, Ronnie Castagna, Fr. Peter Coffey,
Joseph Criscuolo, Paul D’Angelo, Msgr. William Flood,
Giuseppe Frandina, Christine Genzone,
Kathleen Holihan, Richard Hurlman,
Thomas J. Hurlman, Dorothy Kruzik,
Lawrence McGowan, Jereann McGuire,
Julianna Rose Minerva,Nicole Miele,
Eileen Monteleone, Jose Rodriguez, Nora Shipman,
Antonina Tambene, Debbie Tufano and William White
Parish Staff & Directory
Ministry/Group Contact Information
Altar Linens Society Deacon Alex 917-214-0760 [email protected]
Altar Servers Deacon Alex 917-214-0760 [email protected]
Bereavement Dorothy Leocadi Please contact Rectory
CYO Basketball Sean Roberts Please contact Rectory
CYO Soccer Dr. Jerry Antonino olgsoccer.com
Early Childhood Edu Please call 718-570-6483
Folk Music Group Rich D’Auria
917-603-1903 [email protected]
Girl Scouts Ann Antignani 718-835-1081
Lectors Jennifer Lynch Please contact Rectory
Men’s Group Deacon Alex 917-214-0760 [email protected]
Ministers of Holy Communion
Deacon Alex 917-214-0760 [email protected]
Ministry of Care & Service
Jeanie Ruvolo 718-845-6635
Music Director Carlo Gallego Please contact Rectory
Rosary Society Millie Muller Please contact Rectory
Scripture Sharing Please contact Rectory
Youth Choir Steven Eriquez 917-836-4985
Youth Ministries Steven Eriquez 917-836-4985
“ Gina Marie Eriquez 917-836-8789
PARISH STAFF
Pastor: Rev. Marc Swartvagher
Pastor Emeritus: Rev. Anthony M. Rucando
Parish Deacon: Rev. Mr. Alexander Breviario
Director of Music Mr. Carlo Gallego
Director of Religious Education:
Mrs. Jeanne Antonino
Directors of Youth Ministries: Steven and Gina Marie Eriquez
Coordinators of the Ministry of Care & Service Mrs. Jeannie Ruvolo and Mrs. Kathy Pascarella
Why Should I Register with the Parish?
Membership in a parish requires signing up and formally becoming enrolled. Your registration affects the parish in many ways. Census numbers can determine how many priests are assigned to the parish, what benefits and obligations the community has to the Diocese and how many Masses and programs are planned and scheduled. Registration is also necessary when scheduling sacraments, obtaining sponsor certificates, participating in religious education programs and getting donation statements for tax purposes. As much as you need us, we need you too! If you would like to register, please call the rectory week-days 10am to 4pm
WE PRAY TOGETHER
The Holy Rosary is prayed every weekday before
the 8:30 am Mass.
Sundays
Please see Mass schedule on cover.
The Rosarians meet every first Sunday of the
month in the school hall after the 10:00 am Mass.
Mondays
Miraculous Medal prayers after the 8:30 am Mass
“Flame of Love” Rosary from 7:30 - 8:30 pm.
(Please use side entrance of church.)
Tuesdays
Italian Prayer Meeting is led by the Italian Prayer
Group at 7 pm. (Group will meet again during
Lent. Please use side entrance of church.)
Scripture Sharing takes place Tuesday evenings at
7:15 pm in the Convent building.
Wednesdays
Eucharistic Adoration takes place 7:30 - 8:30 pm.
Fridays
Divine Mercy Chaplet prayed after the 8:30 am
Mass
Eucharistic Adoration on first Fridays 9:15 - 11:00
am
Saturdays
Our Lady of Lourdes Saturday Rosary takes place
at noon by the Cross on the church lawn or in
church, depending on the weather.
Padre Pio devotion takes place on first Saturdays
after 8:30 Mass.
Your Time + Your Talent = Everyone’s Treasure
Please consider joining one of our ministries!
“Peter’s ‘Postles” Tuesdays 7:30 pm
Calling all men! You are invited to join the men of Our Lady of Grace and St. Helen parishes as they read and discuss the upcoming weekend’s Scripture readings. They
meet every Tuesday from 7:30 to 9:30 pm for Christian fellowship with a desire to deepen their
understanding of faith and our belief in Jesus Christ. Meetings alternate between both parishes on a weekly
basis. Please call Deacon Alex at: 917-214-0760 for more information.
If you haven’t joined us in the Community Room on Tuesday mornings from 9-10:30 for an informational program on the teach-ings of the Catholic Church, you have one
more opportunity! Our next and last meeting will take place on February 11th.
Won’t you join us as we pray the Flame of Love Rosary every Monday night
from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm. (Please use side entrance to church.)
“All are invited to join my special fighting force.” …...Jesus to Elizabeth Kindelmann
For more information: www.flameoflove.us
Eucharistic Adoration Hours Wednesday evenings from 7:30-8:30 pm
First Fridays from 9:15 - 11:00 am
World Day of the Sick Reminder: A Mass for Healing will take place at
Our Lady of Grace on Tuesday, February 11th at 7:00 pm. If you would like to be anointed but did not reg-
ister, please call the rectory.
Stay connected with our Parish ministries, activities and mission by signing up to our social media sites:
For the latest news and to visit our o Parish Web Page: Go to: www.olghb.org o Find us on Facebook: Go to: Our Lady of Grace Howard Beach o To Register for an account with the Parish and to make recurring weekly donations: Go to: www.olghb.org Select: Give OnLine Choose a Fund and select “Recurring Gift” (If needed, register for an Account)
o To get weekly updates of activities important notices, join our “Flock”: Go to: Flocknotes. Com or Text: OLGHB to 84576
o Join our FREE Catholic Evangelization service(FORMED) and enjoy over 4,000 videos, movies, talks and catechist material with your family: Go to: www.formed.org To register your name and e-mail: Select: “I Belong to a Parish.” Enter: Our Lady of Grace at Howard Beach or 11414
Our Monthly Social takes place TODAY in the Community Room after the 10 am Mass.
All are welcome!
Our Lady of Grace Youth Ministry
Our Lady of Grace Youth Group meets Friday evenings from 7:30pm - 9:30pm
in the Community Room. If you are a Seventh Grader or older, please come to
our meeting and see what we are all about! For more information, please call
Steven Eriquez at 917-836-4985.
Does Your Child Love to Sing? Would You Like Your Child to Spend Less
Time On-Line? Then Maybe He or She Would like to Join
Our Youth Choir!
OLG Youth Choir rehearses on Tuesdays evenings from 7-8:30 pm in the convent music room.
If you are interested please contact Steven Eriquez at 917-836-4985.
Ministry of Care & Service 158-08 101 Street 718-8456635
The pantry is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from
10:30 am - 1:00 pm. Please call only during their hours of operation.
Donations of non-perishable food items can be placed in the shopping cart located in the church vestibule.
Thank you.
B R O O K L Y N P R I E S T S . O R G Inviting young men to consider the Lord’s call to priesthood in the diocese of Brooklyn & Queens.
Priesthood * Discernment * Stories * Get Involved!
You are invited to join us for six sessions during Lent. A new, small group is forming that will meet on Wednesdays at 6:00 pm in the rectory community room from March 4th through April 8th. If you are interested, please complete the form below and return it to the rectory by Monday, February 24th.
REGISTRATION FORM for WHY CATHOLIC?
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Address: _____________________________________________________________________________
Cell: ________________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone: _________________________________________________________________________
Email: _______________________________________________________________________________
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