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The Salvation of Souls is the Supreme Law
Mission StatementWe, the parish family of theChurch of Saint Aidan,
strengthened by the Eucharist andencouraged by the Word of God, welcome all,for we recognize that everyone is a child of
God and no one should be excluded.Guided by the Holy Spirit through
prayer, we strive as one to build the Body ofChrist. We commit ourselves to nurturing life-long faith
formation, fostering lay leadership, promotingsocial justice, engaging our youth in everyaspect of parish life, and offering care and
compassionate service to all.We invite everyone to walk with Jesus
and experience His healing power and love.
St. Aidan School(Grades Nursery-3. ext. 9202, 9203)(Grades 4-8, ext. 9302, 9303)Ms. Eileen P. Oliver, PrincipalMs. Jo-Anne Rowan, Assistant Principal
Faith Formation and Spirituality - ext. 9404, 9405Mr. James F. Corrigan, Director of Faith Formation ext. 9401Mrs. Elaine Smith, Director of Special Needs ext. 9406
Parish Social Ministry - ext. 9408Mrs. Rosemarie Cavallaro, Director - ext. 9410
Youth MinistryMr. Stephen Loewenthal, Coordinator - ext. [email protected]
Pastoral Council - ext. 9592Members: Toti Conforti, Cathy Frischmann, Brendan Hickey,
Larry McGovern, Bonnie Parente, Erin Flynn,Mary Ellen Testa and Suellen Peterson
Buildings & Grounds Department—ext. 9122Liturgy of the Eucharist
Saturday Evening: 5:00 PM and 7:30 PMSunday: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, *10:30 AM, 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM
*Liturgy of the Word for ChildrenDaily: 6:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 12:15 & 5:30 PM Monday thru Friday
Morning Prayer8:40 AM Monday thru Saturday
BaptismBaptism of Children: Each month on the 1st Sunday and 3rdSunday at 1:30 PM ceremony. Required: Parents’ class on the2nd Sunday of each month beginning with the 12:00 Mass. Forbaptismal information, contact the Rectory office ext. 9101Tuesday-Friday between the hours of 10:00 AM-3:00 PM.
Penance/ReconciliationThe Sacrament of Penance is celebrated every Saturday from12:30-1:30 PM and 4:00-5:00 PM in our church or byappointment.
MarriageArrangements are to be made at the Rectory office at least 9months in advance. Pre-Cana and FOCCUS registrations must bearranged through the parish.
Anointing of the Sick & Communion of the SickThe anointing of the sick takes place after the 12:00 PM Mass onthe 4th Sunday of each month. Anyone who is homebound mayreceive Holy Communion at home on a regular basis. Eucharisticministers assist the priests in this ministry. Please call the rectory -ext. 9101.
AdorationFirst and third Fridays of the month 12:45-3:00 PM in the Church.12:30-1:30 PM on Saturdays in the church.
Roman Catholic Church of Saint Aidan505 Willis Avenue, Williston Park, New York 11596
516-746-6585 www.staidanparish.org 516-746-6055 (Fax)
The Pastoral StaffRev. Msgr. James M. McDonald, Pastor - ext. 9108Rev. Kevin Dillon, Associate Pastor - ext. 9105Rev. Michael Edathil, Associate Pastor - ext. 9106Rev. Msgr. Robert J. Kirwin, Pastor EmeritusRev. Damian Halligan, SJ In ResidenceDeacon Salvatore B. Villani - ext. 9558Deacon Francis J. Love - ext. 9557Deacon Joseph Connelly - ext. 9562Deacon Rudy Martin - ext. 9412Mr. Drago Bubalo, DMA (cand). Music Director ext. 9130E-mail address [email protected]
Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary TimeOctober 13, 2013
We will be like the Lord, when He appears
MASSES AND SERVICES FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2013
St. Callistus, I, Pope/Martyr
Rom 1: 1-7; Lk 11: 29-32
6:30 AM William Lynch (Birthday Rem.)
9:00 AM Vito & Vita Maria Mossa
10:00 AM Memorial Mass- Robert Joseph Hayes
12:15 PM Theresa Ann O’Rourke
5:30 PM No Mass
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2013
St. Teresa of Jesus, Virgin/Doctor of the Church
Rom 1: 16-25; Lk 11: 37-41 6:30 AM Hedwig Kowalski
9:00 AM Steven Michitsch (Anniversary Rem.) 12:15 PM Joseph Metzger
5:30 PM Richard Brassel
6:30 PM Confirmation Rehearsal
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2013
St. Hedwig, Religious
St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, Virgin
Rom 2: 1-11; Lk 11: 42-46
6:30 AM Anne T. & Frank Keegan 9:00 AM Claire Combi
12:15 PM Marie Bellew 5:30 PM Bob Kirby (Birthday Rem.)
6:30 PM Confirmation Rehearsal
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2013
St. Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop/Martyr
Rom 3: 21-30; Lk 11: 47-54 6:30 AM Dolores, Ernesto and Claudio Valente & Agnes Cippitelli (Birthday Rem.)
9:00 AM Lv. & Dcd. Mbrs of Clinton & Tinghitella Family 12:15 PM Frances & Dominick Palumbo (Wedding Anniversary Rem.) 5:30 PM Richard Brassel
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2013
St. Luke, Evangelist
2 Tm 4: 10-17b; Lk 10: 1-9 6:30 AM Robert Shank (1st Anniversary Rem.) 9:00 AM Robert Shank (1st Anniversary Rem.) 12:15 PM Patrick Griffin (25th Anniversary Rem.)
12:45 PM Eucharistic Adoration
5:30 PM Margaret Giordano
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2013
Sts. John d Brebeuf and Isaac Jogues,
Priests, Companions/Martyrs
Rom 4: 13, 16-18; Lk 12: 8-12 9:00 AM Patrick Griffin (25th Anniversary Rem.)
11:00 AM Sacrament of Confirmation
2:00 PM Sacrament of Confirmation
12:30-1:30 PM Confessions
Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
MASSES AND SERVICES FOR THE WEEK 5:00 PM Sadie Patinella Duarte Barroca (Birthday Rem.) Brian Kelly (1st Anniversary Rem.)
Joseph Del Vecchio Samuel D. Valente 7:30 PM Michael J. Fenick, Sr. (Birthday Rem.) Michael J. Fenick, Jr. (Birthday Rem.)
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2013
Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Ex 17: 8-13; 2 Tm 3: 14—4: 2; Lk 18: 1-8 7:30 AM Parishioners of St. Aidan 9:00 AM James G. Brassil (Birthday Rem.) 10:30 AM Anna Missewicz (Birthday Rem.) 12:00 PM John W. Andrews (3rd Anniversary Rem.) Kathleen Fitzpatrick
James & Marylyn Curran Helen & John Menken Richard Brassel 5:00 PM Charles Melvin
BANNS OF MARRIAGE
FIRST WEEK
Jaclyn Sporbert, Sacred Heart,
Merrick, NY
Salvatore Gismondi, St. Aidan
Stephanie Boccia, St. Aidan
Robert Milcetic, Notre Dame,
New Hyde Park, NY
SECOND WEEK
Karen Ciardulli, St. Aidan
Anthony Scapicchio, St. Aidan
BREAD & WINE MEMORIAL
In Loving Memory of
PATRICIA HEIMAN
THIS PAST WEEK
October 13, 2013
This past week (only a few days ago) the New York Times had several signifi-
cant articles on life issues and the problems we face as Catholics as we work
together in the pro- life cause. The first two were good news and bad news while
the third was more than a little disturbing. The first told us that the current gover-
nor of Ohio is very much committed to the protection of unborn human life and
that Ohio has passed restrictive abortion legislation. On the other hand, the second
article tells us that the governor of California (a former Jesuit seminarian—the arti-
cle did not mention that—I am) recently signed legislation that made abortion even
easier than it was. In California you do not even need to be a doctor to perform an
abortion! Imagine that!
The third article really disturbed me. It concerned a Catholic University in Cali-
fornia that is facing a very serious question: whether or not the health plan
for faculty and staff should get rid of coverage for elective abortions. This
evidently means that for some time a Catholic institution has been willing to pay
for abortion. The article says that the debate about this issue threatens to tear the
university apart. The reality, of course, is that this particular university built by
Catholics to preach the Gospel, instill Catholic values and offer a great intellectual
experience, has lost a great deal of its Catholic identity. The sad truth is that it is
not the only one and there is no guarantee that in some Catholic colleges
things will not be taught and promoted that are directly opposed to the
teaching of Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church. Some may feel that my
criticism of such Catholic institutions is unfair because they are after all academia
and that means you can teach what you want and blatantly defy the teachings of
God in your health care plans. I vehemently disagree.
If you stop to think about it, Jesus was quite direct and to the point in his teaching.
He allowed no compromise on the moral law and was more than outspoken in giv-
ing His opinion. Listen to this: “If anyone is ashamed of me and of my words
in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him will the Son of man also be
ashamed, when he comes in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.”
(Mk 8: 38) There are not separate rules for ordinary Catholics, for politicians
or for academicians. God is no respecter of persons.
This is Respect Life and our Bishops urge us to promote the Gospel of life consis-
tently. The Catholic Church cannot waver in its insistence on the sacredness
of every human life. Pope Francis, in September, spoke to some gynecologists and said
this: “Every unborn child, condemned unjustly to being aborted, has the face of the
Lord, who before being born, and then when he was just born, experienced the rejec-
tion of the world. And every elderly person, even if he/she is sick or at the end of his/her
days, bears in himself/herself the face of Christ. They cannot be discarded!
I think you will agree that is pretty strong language.
In Jesus and Mary,
Monsignor James M. McDonald
Jesus healed ten lepers in today’s Gospel. Only one (10%) came back to say thank you. I, too,
have received many blessings from the Lord—indeed, all I am and all I have is a gift! How of-
ten have I remembered to thank Him?
STEWARDSHIP COLLECTION
10/07/12 $26,384
10/06/13 $26,849 (+1.76%)
RESPECT LIFE COLLECTION
10/07/12 $ 5,339
10/06/13 $ 5,535 (+3.67%) Next weekend’s second collection is for World Mission Sunday
Thank you for your kind and generous support of our parish!
SUGGESTIONS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER The month of October, dedicated to the Holy Rosary, is a wonderful opportunity to
become reacquainted with this important devotion! St. Jose Marie Escriva wrote
“…if you say the Holy Rosary every day with spirit of faith and love, Our Lady will
make sure she leads you very far along her Son’s path!”
Devotion to Mary, along with the Eucharist, is the most powerful anchor that will guide us on the
path to heaven. It will compel us to practice charity, between our family and our friends. Make
a commitment to pray the Holy Rosary with your children and offer it for an increase in priestly
vocations.
Share your reactions and feedback at
or call (516) 746-6585 x9592.
St. Aidan’s Pastoral Council
tries to be responsive to the needs of our parish.
LIGHTHOUSE CATHOLIC MEDIA Do you know what you want out of your life? Have you reflected on this
question extensively? After all, if you do not know where you are going,
you are lost. By clearly defining what I want, I can map my goal, my mis-
sion. The details of our individual missions may vary, but the end goal is
the same, to become the saints God created us to be.
Imagine how life would change if everything we did was helping us to become the person
God created us to be, and the influence we will have on the people around us? Christ gave us
the power to overcome sin. He tells us “Be perfect as your heavenly Father is per-
fect.” (Matthew 5:48) It is a challenge, but we can make the decision to say “YES” to our
mission and to say “NO” to the many cultural influences that threaten this mission.
This week we have CDs of great interest. “St. Joseph: Patron of the Universal Church” by
Dr. Miravalle. The holy and hidden figure of St. Joseph comes to light in this talk. “Heroic
Witnesses” by Sister Maria Stella, a missionary in Russia, speaks about the history of Catho-
lic priests, sisters and the laity in Russia from 1917 to the present. The persecution and almost
destruction of the Catholic Church and the efforts to revive it now. “Counting your Bless-
ings” by Dr. Scott Hahn. He explains the essential teachings regarding the practice of Catholic
family life based on the image of the Blessed Trinity, and all that is needed to create a loving
family life.
Once again listen to these talks and pass them on to others that need to hear them. You will be
reaching souls and saving souls is the ultimate mission we can accomplish.
Toti Conforti
PLEASE PRAY
SICK: Barbara Ueland, Christine Schifaudo, Peter F. Brala, Christine Lucivero,
Geoffrey Hamilton, Jenny Malewicz, Louis Malewicz, Marianne
Cusmano, Geraldo Peixoto, Aubree Jones, Rev. Bryan Dalton, Ricardo
Cueto, Stacy Test, Owen Hogen, Addie Mina, Linda Yorio, Chuck Smith,
Richardo Fernandes
DECEASED: Bryan Caceres, Primitiva Cifra Neria, Kathleen Page and for all those who
have died serving our country.
REMEMBERING OUR
SERVICE MEN & WOMEN
Protect our service men and women, Lord Jesus,
as we continue to pray for world peace.
WE’RE FIGHTING BACK, INC.
We’re Fighting Back, Inc. is a family run charitable organization
dedicated to the pursuit of education, awareness, treatment and an
ultimate cure for breast cancer. Ten thousand dollars a year are
donated to the American Cancer Society’s Strides Against Breast
Cancer fundraiser at Jones Beach, Long Island, New York which
is held yearly in October. The Organization also donates to local
families in need who are fighting this disease. Four mortgages
and some monthly bills were paid this year in order to allow the
victims of this disease to spend their energies on fighting the dis-
ease itself and not worry about bills.
The strength of this organization is derived through our love for each other, through
what we have learned during our own battles, and through the memories of those
who have survived the battle, but most especially of those who have lost the fight
against breast cancer. We’re Fighting Back, Inc. wants to help you fight so that no
one will ever have to fight alone. Please contact the Social Ministry office if you, or
someone you know, are in need of our assistance.
We’re Fighting Back, Inc. will be outside church this weekend, October 12th/13th,
selling baked goods to raise funds to continue the fight. Please stop by and support
this worthy cause.
WORLD MISSION SUNDAY
Next Sunday, October 19th/20th, is World Mission Sunday,
our Holy Father, Pope Francis, calls every Catholic to celebrate
at the Eucharist, our vocation to be missionary and to help the
Missions. As Catholics around the world, here at home and in
the Missions, gather at the Eucharistic table, let us pray for the
Church’s worldwide mission and offer financial help through
the Propagation of the Faith for more than 1,150 dioceses in
Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Pacific Islands. Thank you
for your generosity. Please make all checks payable to THE
PROPAGATION OF THE FAITH.
Help St. Aidan Parish Cross the Finish Line MAKE YOUR DONATION TODAY!
Why Contribute?
St Aidan Parish receives a return on
the money collected
Money is used to support
Religious Programs
Religious Education
Social Ministry (Food Pantry etc.)
Donations are tax deductible
2013 Catholic Ministries Appeal
GOAL: $173,000
Pledges: $136,820
# of Gifts 620
Amount Needed: $ 36,180
PARISH: _____________________________________ PLEDGE: $ ______________
NAME : _____________________________________ DOWN PAYMENT: $ ______________
ADDRESS: _____________________________________ BALANCE: $ ______________
_____________________________________
Please mail this form and checks made payable to:
PHONE: ______________ Catholic Ministries Appeal PO Box 4000 DONOR SIGNATURE: _____________________________ Rockville Centre, NY 11571-4000
$173, 000
A big thank you to the St. Aidan Parishioners who
joined with 30 + parishes from the Rockville Centre
Dioceses to pray the Rosary. And thank you to all
who joined us in prayer from your homes. The Ro-
sary Rally was a wonderful prayerful event.
The next meeting at St. Aidan’s is Monday, October 28th
at 7:30 PM in Kirwin Hall.
All are welcome! If you can’t join us the following actions can be
taken from your home:
*Pray * Fast *Attend Adoration and Holy Mass
*Sacrifice *Penance *Educate yourself, your family
& friends
*Follow USCCB Action Items at http://bit.ly/HOzKsj.
*join and follow the NYS catholic Action Network for news of
developments affecting freedom of religion and conscience in
New York at http://www.nyscatholic.org.
*Advise your federal and state officials of the critical need for
them to actively support freedom of religion for all. Remind them
of their obligation as elected officials and as Americans to uphold
the 1st amendment’s protection of religious liberty.
Please remember, God has given us free will, intellect and a
voice to preach the truth of His love for all mankind and to pro-
tect His church including its mission of healing. We pray to our
Blessed Virgin Mother to strengthen us that we may use our
abilities wisely to preserve religious freedom for all.
GIVE BLOOD AND JOIN THE WORLD’S BIGGEST
HUDDLE! Albertson Community
Monday, October 14th ~ 3:15-7:45 PM
Albertson Fire Department
100 I.U. Willets Road, Albertson
The 2014 Super Bowl Host Committee has partnered with NYBC to help increase blood donations leading up to Super Bowl XLVIII.
All presenting donors with NYBC between now and January 17, 2014 will be entered into a sweepstakes for one pair of tickets to
Super Bowl XLVIII! (valued at $2,500)
The more you donate, the more times you will be entered. For eligibility questions please visit our website www.nybloodcenter.org or call 1-800-688-0900.
A Photo or Signature ID Required. Eat well balanced meals before giving blood.
To Schedule an Appointment please contact: Peter Brala (516) 248-7182
Walk-ins welcome! Every person who presents to donate blood as part of the campaign will receive a red Su-
per Community Blood Drive wristband.
A roast beef dinner will be served to all donors.
Donors may even take it home.
An Invitation to Consecrate oneself
to Jesus through Mary
This is an open invitation to all Catholics who love Mary.
Our glorious Queen and Immaculate Mother. She has been
assumed body and soul into heaven and continues to watch
over each of us from eternity. By making this consecration
to Mary, you are placing yourself in her hands; she will help
you to become a true follower of Christ. Do not be afraid,
she loves you. Remember her words to St. Juan Diego of
Guadalupe? “I am not here who am your Mother? Are you
not under my shadow and protection? Are you not in the
crossing of my arms?”
Consecration Explained: Total Consecration is an abso-
lutely beautiful exercise to increase our spirituality, helps us grow in holiness and in-
crease our faith, and to grow closer to Jesus. It consists of a 33-day period of prepara-
tion, done at home for 15-20 minutes of prayer and meditation using the book “33
Days to Morning Glory”. The participants will meet once a week, on Fridays, for
six weeks, for fellowship. We will have one meeting in the morning at 10:00 AM and
one in the evening at 7.30 PM, whichever is more convenient for you. Then Novem-
ber 21st, the Feast of the Presentation, we will have a Mass to Consecrate ourselves to
Mary. This program will also help you to come to a clear understanding of the role of
Mary and how she helps us to have a closer union with Jesus and to renew our Bap-
tismal commitment while we live out our personal Consecration.
Our late Pope, John Paul II, made Marian consecration a hallmark of his papacy. His
motto “Totus Tuus” (totally yours) reflected his personal consecration to Mary! We strongly encourage all of you to consider signing up for this program, which
would deepen your relationship with Mary and her Son, Jesus, a transforming path to
holiness!!
If you are interested, contact Toti Conforti with questions at (516) 385-8963 or
e-mail [email protected].
NOTE: PLEASE CALL AFTER OCTOBER 15TH IF YOU ARE
INTERESTED—TOTI WILL BE AWAY.
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS
COURT ST. AIDAN #1577
A reminder to all of our members that Sunday, October 20th, is Catholic Daughters
Sunday. We invite all members to join us at the 9:00 AM Mass that day. Our Annual
Bake Sale will also take place that day after all Masses in the St. Francis Garden.
Herricks Community Players
presents
Neil Simon's
BAREFOOT IN THE PARK Directed by John Hayes
Friday & Saturday, October 18, 19, 25, 26 @ 8 PM
Sunday, October 20 & 27 @ 3 PM
Adult $23 - Sr./Child (12 and under) $18
For tickets please call (516) 742-1926
Herricks Community Center
999 Herricks Road
New Hyde Park, NY 11040
ROSARY & ADORATION FOR LIFE
On Wednesday, October 23rd at 7:30 PM, the Mary, Queen of Peace Prayer
Group will host a
ROSARY FOR LIFE
Please join us as we pray the Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet together, through
Mary for all of life. See you that night in the church, bring a friend.
FALL ADVENTURE TO ATLANTIC CITY
St. Aidan P.A.C.E. is sponsoring a bus trip to TRUMP PLAZA CASINO on Sat-
urday, October 19th. Cost is $35.00 per person and includes a comp return of
$30.00 and $5.00 food comp. Luxury motor coach departs at 9:15 AM from St.
Aidan. Space is limited so reserve your seat by calling Jim Heiman (516) 248-
0815.
UNITED HEARTS OF JESUS AND MARY
Join us for an evening of prayer on Friday, October 25, 2013 at 7:30 PM in St. Aidan’s
School Cafeteria. Our evening will include Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and
Mass. Guest Speaker: Dr. John Palmer, Coordinator-Renewal Apostolate, Diocese of
Rockville Centre Healing Prayer. Music by Ria Music Ministry. Refreshments and fel-
lowship to follow. For information please call Tecky at (516) 655-9755.
THE KNIGHT’S CORNER
(Providing information from the Knights of Columbus)
Did You Know - The Knights of Columbus is not just a fraternity in name. It is a
brotherhood of Catholic men who each play a part in improving the world around
them, one community at a time. They stand together in faith, dedicated to uphold the
principles they cherish while lending their support and strength to parish, home and
fellow Knight. From charity for worldwide causes, to helping closer to home with volunteer activities,
to top-rated insurance program that protects those closest to you, the Knights makes the most of brother-
hood.
Watch Sporting Events – The Knights of Columbus Lounge (186 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola -lower
level) is open Monday – Friday evening at 7:30 PM and Sunday afternoons during football season, and
has large flat screen TVs for your watching pleasure and reasonably priced beverages.
90th Anniversary Gala – Corpus Christi Council # 2502 of the Knights of Columbus will celebrate its
90th Anniversary with a Dinner-Dance on Saturday, November 9, 2013, from 6:00 – 11:00 PM. Cocktail
Hour, buffet table during cocktail, open bar, Family Style Dinner, Dessert and Live Band all for $60 per
person. Dance will be held at the K of C Hall at 186 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola. Reservations and pay-
ments must be made by November 1st, checks payable to K of C # 2502. Please send payments with the
names of attendees to Tom Kelly, 68 Jerome Avenue, Mineola, NY 11501. If you have any questions,
please call Tom at 516-459-2540.
Are You Ready to Join? Corpus Christi Council # 2502 serves both St Aidan and Corpus Christi Par-
ishes. Membership in the Knights is open to all Catholic Men at least 18 years of age. For information
call (516) 746-8643 or contact Jim Corrigan at the Religious Education office (516) 746-6585 x9401.
Hall Rental – Big parties or small, the Corpus Christi Council Hall is available for rental. For information
call Tom at (516) 746-8643.
Enjoy a night out and help support Saint Aidan School at
875 Willis Ave, Albertson, NY 11507 (516) 741-7940
Date: October 17, 2013. Hours of Operation: 11:30 – 2:30 lunch 4:00-10:00 dinner
When making the reservation state that you are from St. Aidan's. They will generously donate 15% of the sales to our school.
If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie Vitale at [email protected] or (516) 626-6449.
(Please, no coupons or gift certificates will be accepted that day.)
CDA Court St. Aidan #1577
2013 Fall Fashion Show
Thursday, November 14, 2013
Westbury Manor Westbury, New York
Cocktails 6:30 – 7:30PM Dinner 7:30-10:30 PM
Open Bar $65 per person
Return reservation request to: Make checks payable to: Erin Flynn Court St. Aidan #1577
9 Astor Place Williston Park, NY 11596 RESERVATION DEADLINE: November 6, 2013
NAME: ______________________________________ No. of people: ______ (list names on back)
Phone Number:_____________________________ Amount enclosed:___________________________ I wish to sit with____________________________
All proceeds to benefit the Court St. Aidan #1577 Scholarship Fund.
PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY Love — caritas — is an extraordinary force which leads people to opt for courageous and
generous engagement in the field of justice and peace. It is a force that has its origin in
God, Eternal Love and Absolute Truth. Encyclical of Pope Benedict XVI, June 29, 2009.
PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE ANY BAGS OF CLOTHING ON THE BACK STEPS OF THE
PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY OFFICE! IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO DONATE ITEMS,
PLEASE CONTACT THE PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY OFFICE!
FOOD PANTRY: Please bring your donations of non-perishable food and personal hy-
giene items to the Parish Social Ministry office or drop them off at the back of Church. The
pantry could use the following items:
The holidays will be here before you know! At the end of October and continuing
through November 25, 2013, we start collecting Thanksgiving turkeys and trimmings for
families in need. If you see a sale while food shopping during this time, please consider
taking advantage of it and make a donation. If you know of a homebound person who
would like to receive a friendly telephone call from our parish social ministry volunteers,
please contact our office at (516) 746-6585 x9408.
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY – Our Prayer Shawl Ministry meets the second and
fourth Monday of each month at 9:45 AM in the Peter and Paul Room of the Finamore
Center to knit or crochet prayer shawls or lap blankets for our sick and homebound pa-
rishioners. New members are always welcome. You need not know how to knit or cro-
chet. We have talented parishioners who can teach you. Please note that our offices
will be closed on the 2nd Monday in October for Columbus Day so the next meeting will take place on Monday, October 28th. If you or someone you know would like to have one of these
shawls or blankets, please contact our office. If you have any questions, please call Parish Social
Ministry (516) 746-6585 x9410.
APARTMENT/ROOM – If you know of or have an apartment or room to rent, can you please con-
tact the parish social ministry office at (516) 746-6585 x9408.
THE PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY, OCTOBER
14TH IN OBSERVANCE OF COLUMBUS DAY.
Parish Social Ministry office is open Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Please use the Finamore
Parish Center entrance (across from the church on Willis Avenue).
men’s depends (size large), bottles of juice, mayonnaise, jars of
pasta sauce and cereal. We are also in need of metro cards
which we use for our families throughout the year
October 20th Halloween Costume Party
November 3rd Meeting in Youth Room 6:00-7:30 PM
November 17th Luigi’s/Chillin’ Night.
Bring $10 for pizza and frozen yogurt.
*Meet at Luigi’s at 6:00 PM
November 24th Meeting 6:00-7:30 PM
December 8th Immaculate Conception
Prayer Service in Youth Room
& Meeting 6:00-7:30 PM
December 22th Youth Group Christmas Party!
SAINT AIDAN DANCE ACADEMY
Fall 2013
Open to: Any girl entering Nursery – 8th grade as of September 2013.
*Note: Nursery students must be 3 years old and fully potty trained by October 1st.
Styles of dance offered: Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Kickline, Cheer Dance,
Musical.
Cost: $90 for 1st dance session, and $60 for each additional
dance session.
Contact us for information about our Sibling Rate.
Session Includes: 7 dance classes once a week in one type of dance,
a t-shirt & the recital.
Classes will run on Mondays and Saturdays from October through December.
For more information and our brochure, call the Office of Youth Ministry at (516) 746-6585 x9403,
email Steve at
[email protected] or email Stefanie at [email protected].
October 20th 1:00-2:00 PM Convent Meeting
November 16th 9:00 AM-2:00 PM King Kullen Food Drive
November 17th 1:00-2:00 PM Convent Meeting
December 8th 1:00-3:00 PM Parker Institute Holiday Cards
5:00-8:00 PM Eleanor Rigby’s Christmas Party
January 12th 9:00 AM-12:30 PM Finamore Parish Center Clothing & Coat Drive
12:30-1:30 PM Convent Meeting
February 9th 1:00-2:00 PM Convent Meeting
March 16th 1:00-2:00 PM Convent Meeting
March 30th 9:00-10:00 AM Church Mass
12:00-3:00 PM Lucky Duck Mother/Daughter Brunch
April 6th 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Finamore Parish Center Birth Right/Mommas
House Drive
April 17th 1;00-3:00 PM Parker Institute Egg Dying
1:00-2:00 PM Convent Meeting
May 4th 9:00 AM-12:30 PM St. Francis Garden Bake & Plant Sale
12:30-2:00 PM Convent Meeting & Elections
June 10th 7:00-8:00 PM Church Installation Mass
8:00-9:30 PM Kirwin Hall Meeting
EVENTS TO BE ANNOUNCED
Toys for Tots-Build-A-Bear, Plant Sale Dates
Annual dues are $15.00, $16.50 for new members. For information please call Adele
Lamere at (631) 608-3104.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION AIDES WANTED – SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAM – We are in need of high school stu-
dents to work as aides assisting catechists and children with special needs. We will provide
training and guidance. To volunteer or to receive further information please contact Mrs.
Elaine Smith, Director of Special Needs at (516) 746-6585 x9406.
TRAFFIC PATTERN CHANGE – With the start of the new Religious Education School
Year there is once again a change in the traffic pattern for entering and leaving the parking lot
behind the upper school. Beginning Monday, September 23rd all traffic entering and leaving
the parking lot must follow a “one-way” traffic flow in which the parking lot is entered from
the north on Winthrop Street and departs the lot through the south exit onto Birmingham
Place. Additionally, traffic cones will be placed in the lot to guide the flow through the
lot. This pattern is in effect from 3:30 until 8:30 PM every Monday, Tuesday and Wednes-
day when Religious Education Classes are in session (September – April).
ATTENTION ALL VOLUNTEERS: Are you aware that the Diocese of Rockville Centre
requires ANYONE IN ANY MINISTRY TO BE VIRTUS TRAINED AND HAVE A
BACKGROUND CHECK. A ministry covers Catechists to CYO Coaches, Ushers to Litur-
gical Ministers, and all parish organization members. Check the Virtus Training schedule and
register online for a class being offered by several local parishes at www.drvc.org.
Day Off! There will be NO Religious Education Classes, and the office will be CLOSED on
Monday, October 14th in observance of the Columbus Day Holiday.
Confirmation – Bishop Nelson Perez will administer the Sacrament of Confirma-
tion here at the Church of Saint Aidan next Saturday, October 19th at 11:00 AM
and at 2:00 PM. Please pray for our young Confirmation Candidates as they pre-
pare to complete their initiation into the Church.
Rehearsal Reminder – Candidates who are assigned to receive Confirmation at
the 11:00 AM celebration will have their final rehearsal on Tuesday, October
15th at 7:00 PM. Candidates who receive Confirmation at the 2:00 PM celebra-
tion will have their final rehearsal on Wednesday, October 16th at 7:00 PM. All
rehearsals will take place in the church.
2nd Grade Class Mass – All 2nd Grade students are invited to celebrate a Class Mass together
next Sunday, October 20th at the 10:30 AM Liturgy. Following the Mass, a reception for all
2nd grade students and their families will be held in Msgr. Kirwin Hall.
OFFICE HOURS – The Religious Education office (Upper School, Room 301) is open from
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Monday to Friday.
Religion and Rock-Tune into “Religion and Rock” with Msgr. Jim Vlaun on Sunday from 7:00-8:00 AM on WBAB 102.3
FM or 95.3 on the East End of Long Island. Listen on Saturdays at 11:00 PM on Sirius Radio Channel 159, the Catholic
Channel and at 11:00 PM on XM Satellite Channel 117. You can visit us anytime to listen or download a show at
www.religionandrock.com. or “Religion & Rock” on Tunes. For more information about our television shows go to
www.TelecareTV.org. or, for more information, please call (516) 538-8704.
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19TH 9:00 AM-12:00 PM McGANN-MERCY DIOCESAN HS
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20TH 10:30 AM-2:00 PM ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST DIOCESAN HS
Sisters of Charity of Halifax-Tickets are now on sale for the Elizabeth Ann Seton Award Luncheon to be held on Sunday,
November 10th at the Milleridge Inn in Jericho, NY from 1:00-4:00 PM. Please join the Sisters of Charity-Halifax in hon-
oring this year’s award recipients: Patricia Oettinger, Father Danny Murphy, and Sister Mary Beth Moore, SC. Tickets are
$65. Sponsorships and advertising opportunities are available. For further information or to make a reservation please con-
tact Sister Marie Sorenson at (718) 424-1813 or email [email protected].
Rainbows for All God’s Children-Rainbows is a support group for children and young adolescents who have suffered a
significant loss through death, divorce, separation or any other painful transition. Six sessions will begin on Sunday, Octo-
ber 20th from 10:00-11:15 AM. A Parent’s Group is offered at the same time. For more information please contact Notre
Dame Social Ministry at (516) 326-3403.
Community Church of East Williston, Hillside Avenue and Roslyn Road, East Williston-Pumpkin
Patch, October 12th-31st, awesome selection, great prices. Weekends 10:00 AM-6:00 PM and weekdays
noon-6:00 PM. For information please call (516) 742-9690.
Molloy College, Rockville Centre, NY-The Fall Open House will be held Sunday, November 17th at 1:00 PM. For infor-
mation please call (516) 323-4000.
Williston Park Civic Association and the Albertson Square Civic Association-There will be a Meet and Greet of can-
didates for the November elections on Tuesday, October 22nd from 7:30-9:30 PM at the Albertson Fire Department on
I.U. Willets Road in Albertson.
St. Aloysius Sociables-The Wednesday Monthly Luncheon will be held on November 13th at 1:00 PM at the Inn at New
Hyde Park, 214 Jericho Turnpike, New Hyde Park. Price: Cost of your meal. Please call Ida (516) 482-1832 or John
Hyland at (516) 482-3795 for reservations.
Diocese of Rockville Centre-Cordially invites you to join us for Endow-Educating on the Nature and Dignity of Women
Facilitator Training, Faith, Fellowship and Unity. Endow is a Catholic educational program that brings women together to
discover their God-given dignity and to understand their role in humanizing and transforming society. Training facilitator
Eileen Love. This all-day training prepares women to become Endow small group facilitators, equipped to help other
women grow in their faith Saturday, October 26th from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM at the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception,
440 West Neck Road, Huntington. Cost: $60 (includes full-day training, all materials and lunch.) To register visit the web-
site at www.EndowGroups.org/calendar. For more information please call Sr. Mary Alice Piil, CSJ at (516) 678-5800.
x512 or the Endow office at (720) 382-5242.
Holy Spirit Rosary Altar Society, New Hyde Park, NY-A Christmas Fair will be held on Saturday, November 9th from
10:00 AM-6:00 PM and Sunday, November 10th from 8:30 AM-2:00 PM. All new items, many outside vendors, fresh
baked cakes and cookies, large basket raffles, plus gigantic $1,000 raffle. Bring the kids and your camera and take family
photos at our “Keep Christ in Christmas” setting. The fair will be held in the Auditorium located at 13 South 6th Street.
For information please call Theresa at (516) 294-9837.
