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SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Baptisms are celebrated on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 3pm. Registration is done at the Rectory. Instruction class is required of Parents & Godparents which will be on the Thursday two weeks before Baptism at 7pm.

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Confessions are held on Saturdays from 4:15pm to 4:45pm. Confessions are also available at other reasonable times by making an appointment at the Rectory.

SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE: Arrangements must be made at least 6 months prior to the wedding date.

SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Contact the Rectory to make arrangements for the Sacrament of Anointing. Please contact the Pastoral Ministry Office to arrange home visitation and Communion.

CHAPEL OF ADORATION: Open from 6am to 9pm daily. Enter on E. 4th St.

DEVOTIONS: Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal & St. Anthony Novena on Tuesdays and the Daily Holy Rosary immediately following the 8:30am daily Mass; 8:30am Saturday Mass and 8:30am Sunday Mass.

Our Mission Statement

The Parish of Our Lady of Grace, Gravesend, as a family of faith motivated by love for God welcomes all to join us as we worship in the Roman Catholic tradition. Empowered by the Holy Spirit, we strive to form ourselves and our children in the love and truths taught by our Savior Jesus Christ, and to instill a deep respect for all that God, our Father, has created. We willingly share our time, talents, and treasure through diverse ministries in the service of others.

MASS SCHEDULE MONDAY THROUGH SATURDAY: 8:30 AM

SATURDAY VIGIL MASS: *5:00 PM SUNDAYS: 8:30 AM, *10:15 AM, 11:45 AM AND *1:00 PM (SPANISH)

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PASTOR Rev. Guy Sbordone

PAROCHIAL VICAR Rev. Nodius Tancial

PERMANENT DEACON Deacon Philip J. Siani

RETIRED IN RESIDENCE Rev. Dominick F. Cutrone

PASTOR EMERITUS

- RECTORY OFFICE HOURS -

MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY 9AM TO 12NOON AND 1PM TO 4PM

SATURDAY 9AM TO 1PM

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PHONE: (718) 627-2020 FAX: (718) 336-8033

FAITH FORMATION Ms. Phyllis Niwinski, Director

(718) 375-0404

CATHOLIC ACADEMY Mrs. Kelly Wolf, Principal

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PASTORAL MINISTRY Mrs. Annette Bonvino, Coordinator

(718) 645-2120

MUSIC MINISTRIES Mr. Larry Esposito, Director

(718) 627-2020

UPPER & LOWER CHURCH ARE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE

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MASS INTENTIONS & READINGS

November 14 THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY Daniel 12:1-3; Hebrews 10:11-14,18; Mark 13:24-32

Saturday Vigil Mass 5:00 PM Salvatore Gallaro Sunday 8:30 AM Donato Ruggiero, Jeanette D’Antonio, Minetti Family, John Sulfaro, Joseph P, Bilella III, All Souls 10:15 AM Amalia Mallozzi 11:45 AM John Sulfaro 1:00 PM People of the Parish

Monday, November 15 Albert the Great, Bishop & Doctor 1 Maccabees 1:10-15,41-43,54-57,62-63; Luke 18:35-43 8:30 AM Salvatore J. & Aurora R. Zoleta 7:30 PM Spanish Mass

Tuesday, November 16 Margaret of Scotland & Gerturde 2 Maccabees 6:18-31; Luke 19:1-10

8:30 AM Gina & Angela Sedita

Wednesday, November 17 Elizabeth of Hungary, Religious 2 Maccabees 7:1,20-31; Luke 19:11-28 8:30 AM Anthony Soscia, Jr.

Thursday, November 18 Dedication Basilicas Peter & Paul & Rose Philippine Duchesne, Virgin 1 Maccabees 2:15-29 Luke 19:41-44 8:30 AM Ben Emilio

Friday, November 19 1 Maccabees 4:363-7,52-59; Luke 19:45-48

8:30 AM Anthony Soscia, Sr.

Saturday, November 20 1 Maccabees 6:1-13; Luke 20:27-40 8:30 AM Marie Cope

November 21 CHRIST THE KING Daniel 7:13-14; Revelation 1:5-8; John 18:33b-37

Saturday Vigil Mass 5:00 PM Dominic, Nancy & Nunzio Dorsi & Frances Wells Sunday 8:30 AM Futshko & Safian Families 10:15 AM Lena Cutrone: 16th Anniversary 11:45 AM Luke Eriquez, Frank Coppola, Joseph Posa, Paula Katsonopoulos, John Sulfaro, All Souls 1:00 PM People of the Parish

The American Flag In Honor of

THE VETERANS OF OLG WHOSE NAMES ARE

REMEMBERED IN THE STAINED GLASS WINDOWS

The Sanctuary Candle

In Memory of

LENA CUTRONE Requested by

PARISHIONERS

The Chapel Candles In Memory of CHAUCA FAMILY

Requested by PIEDAD & FAMILY

The Bread &Wine

In Honor of JOSEPH NEGLIA & EILEEN HALL

PRAY FOR THE SICK: Maria Palmieri, Lucille Cataldo, Michael Sinatra, Patricia Holmes, Oliver Hughes, Rose Preziso, Myra Williams, Grace Dolitrone, Giovanna Tiralongo, Josephine Ortiz, Joseph Morello, Isabelle Grenier, Danny Zappulla, Stephen Liell, Rocco Caruso, Gabriella Tranchina, Ericka Alivez, Gloria Isabella, Aniello Vicidomni, Maryann Fishman, Jennie DiMola

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PRAY FOR THE DECEASED: ANGELO ANGELINO , MARIO FRANCAVILLA

PASTOR’S CORNER

ADVENT FAITH SHARING If you are interested in discussing the Scripture of Our Lord’s arrival and how it resounds in our lives today, COME JOIN US! There will be 2 opportunities during the week: Monday morning at 10:30 or Tuesday evening at 7:30 beginning Monday November 22nd and ending Tuesday December 14th in the Veltri Hall Kithen. All personal testimony is confidential. Call Carl Bergonzo at 718-336-2850 to join a session. Thank You1

PLEDGES ARE STILL BEING ACCEPTED AS WE TRY TO

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Mass Book 2022

The Mass Book for next year is now open during Rectory Office Hours.

For next year we will have Mass at:

4:00 PM Saturday Vigil Mass Sunday Mass: 9:00 AM Bilingual English/Italian 11:00 AM Family Mass 12:30 PM Spanish Many people voiced their opinion about a new schedule and agreed that these times are good, especially the Saturday Vigil Mass at 4:00. We will go with these times for next year and could always re-evaluate them before the opening of the 2023 Mass Book

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The drawing is held on the first Sunday of each month - $5 per ticket (envelope) - Envelopes are available at the rear of the Church

T his Sunday’s Gospel concludes our reading this year from St. Mark. As we approach the

end of our Church Year the Scriptures present images that both challenge and comfort. We hear Jesus’ dramatic prediction of earthly tribu-lation and cosmic cataclysms. He warns of our readiness for his second coming in judgment at the end of time, our preparedness to meet him when he comes in glory. Daniel describes the world’s end as “a time unsurpassed in distress since nations began”. But adds a comforting image of the wise and just shining forever like the stars. Jesus pictures God’s elect being gathered together by the an-gels. The Letter to the Hebrews reminds us that Jesus offered himself in sacrifice to take away our sins and make us holy. God’s Word bids us face the future with confidence and hope. “But of that day or hour, no one knows, neither the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father”.

2021

Reflection on the Liturgy of the Word

Toys 4 Kids Program ANNUAL OPERATION CHRISTMAS SMILES EVENT sponsored by the Reaching-Out Community Services Program Each year we provide toys to over 1,000 low-income children that are registered with our emergency food program. Events will take place December 11th & 18th. Thank you so much for helping to KEEP THE GOOD GOING, New unwrapped toys, games & presents for infants to teens can be brought to the Church

NEXT WEEK SPECIAL COLLECTION CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT (CCHD):

WORKING ON THE MARGINS I n the words of Pope Francis: The measure of the greatness of a

society is found in the way it treats those most in need”. With these words he continues to bring our attention back to the poor and our

responsibility towards them. The CCHD responds directly to this call by addressing the root causes of poverty in the United States. Our Holy Father inspires us to joyfully and creatively find ways to bring the Good News to the poor. CCHD was founded in 1970 by the Catholic Bishops of the United States, primarily through the efforts of our former Bishop, Francis Mugavero, as their domestic anti-poverty program. CCHD brings to life Pope Francis’ vision by supporting projects to build healthy, sustainable futures for those living on the margins of our com-munities. This last year over $345,000.00 was given to 8 organizations in our Diocese working with former prisoners, immigrants and the poor seeking employment, just working conditions and ways out of poverty. Please continue the “Walk with Francis” as hr reminds us: “The future of humanity does not lie solely in the hands of great leaders, the great powers and the elites. It is fundamentally in the hands of peoples and in their ability to organize. It is in their hands, which can guide with hu-mility and conviction this process of change. I am with you. Each of us, let repeat from the heart: no family without lodging, no rural worker without land, no laborer without rights, no people without sovereignty, no individual without dignity, no child without childhood, no young per-son without a future, no elderly person without a venerable old age”. (Pope Francis, Address at the World Meeting of Popular Movements, Bolivia)

The Catholic Campaign for Human Development is dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty by funding community programs that encourage independence. You are essential to its success. Your generous dona-tions will give those in poverty the support they need to make lasting changes. Together, we can make a dif-ference in families and communities across the United States. Please donate prayerfully and generously. Thank you.

Our Lady of Grace CHRISTMAS FAIR

VELTRI HALL Saturday, December 11 & Sunday, December 12 More information will be in next weeks bulletin & Call Maryann for more info 718-376-8294

- Ministerios Hispanos - Los invitamos a participar en nuestros grupos semanales en la parroquia

Faith Formation Register for the new school year 2021-22 with enthusiasm, pas-sion and a fun-filled learning experience about Jesus and who we are as Christ followers. Classes have begun! Download the Faith Formation Registration form from www.ourladyofgrace-brooklyn.org. All information is on the website under Religious Education/Faith Formation. Mail or bring the form to the Rectory. Do not mail registrations to the school. All new registrations will need to submit a copy of your child’s baptismal certificate. Transfer students will need a letter of transfer and copy of your child’s baptismal certificate. Regis-tration fee must be included. Start attending mass weekly and let our journey of Faith begin.

Choir Rehearsal SEEKING SINGERS

The person who sings prays twice! Anyone who is interested in joining the Adult Choir at Our Lady of Grace please see Larry at the end of Mass. Choir rehearsals will begin sometime in the Fall. Anyone can join! We will be practicing social distancing and you MUST wear a mask at rehearsals. This is for your safety. Rehearsal time and evenings will be determined later. We will meet once per week, It will be great to have you!

A Little Bit of Grace = Thrift Shop =

Open Sundays 9 AM — 1:30 PM only. We are not accepting any donations at this time due lack of storage space. We have coats, clothes, jewelry, kitchen items, picture frames, shoes, toys, wicker baskets and much more. Any questions call Mary Ann at 718-376-8294.

Your Child Deserves a Catholic Education

Registration open for all grades

Pre 3 ~ Pre 4 ~ K-8

Register at www.olgbk.org

Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy 385 Avenue W (corner of E 3rd street)

Helping students grow is faith and wisdom

Help make Thanksgiving Day a festive occasion for families in need. Your donations will help us reach our goal of providing turkeys and all the trimmings to 500-600 families.

Items most needed: Pasta (no lasagna), Soup (cans or instant), Cranberry Sauce, Canned Fruits, Stove Top Stuffing, Packaged Candies, Turkey Gravy, Jello, Tomato Sauce, Sugar (small boxes), Canned Potatoes, Canned Vegetables, Cider or Juice, Cookies (package or tin), Candy Packages, Small Cans of Olives, Coffee or Tea, Peanut Butter & Jelly, Lemonade & Iced Tea Mix, Canned Spam, Cereal, Instant Pudding, Oatmeal, Tuna Fish, Mac & Cheese, Rice-a-Roni, Mashed Potato Mix, Hot Chocolate Mix, Crackers Donations may be brought to the Convent during Food Pantry Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 9:30-11:30 AM or to the Church before any weekday or Sunday Mass. Your generosity and concern are always appreciated. God Bless You. Monetary donations are also being accepted. For $25.00 you can sponsor a family! Put offering in an envelope marked THANKSGIVING OFFERING

ANUNCIO: Cambio de horario de la Misa en español. Queridos amigos de la Comunidad Hispana, Una vez más, de acuerdo con su Pastor, el Padre Gaetano Sbodorne, quien siempre está tratando de cumplir con sus expectativas, vengo a anunciar otro cambio a nuestra misa habitual de cada domingo. Desde principios del próximo año nuestra Misa comen-zará a las 12:30 PM en lugar de la 1:00 PM. Esto afectará automáticamente el tiempo del Santo Rosario y la confesión; así tendremos nuestra confesión y el rosario 30 minutos antes de la misa, es decir de 12:00 PM a 12:30 PM. Durante las próximas misas, nos encargaremos de especificar la fecha exacta de estos cambios. Lo haremos con la intención de que mas familias y jovenes puedan participar con mucho amor e interes, y así tendran tiempo por la tarde. Que el Señor nuestro Dios que nos une en una comunidad todos los domingos nos llene de su sabiduría para responder cada día de angustia a la llamada que nos hace al servicio de su pueblo y que nos bendiga a todos. Padre Nodius Tancial.

Last Will and Testament

If Our Lady of Grace has been good to you over the years, consider putting us in your Will. Many people forget to include their parish in their Last Will and Testament. No amount is too small. Imagine if every-one left $10,000 or even $1,000 to the Parish! For any questions or more information please call the Rectory 718-627-2020.

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This year we will display Christmas Trees in front of our Church on Avenue W from East 3rd to East 4th Street. These trees can be purchased for $150 (5ft), $250 (6ft), or $350 (7ft) in memory of your loved ones or in celebration of your family. Two large trees in front of the church and in the Sanctuary can be purchased for $400 each. A plaque with your family’s names will be displayed on each tree. All trees purchased will be presented to individual families at our tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, December 4th after the 5:00 PM Mass. Please return this form by Monday, November 29, 2021 to the Rectory, Academy or Faith Formation. Checks should be made payable to Our Lady of Grace Church. Space is Limited! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Family Name: __________________________________

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