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The Parish Family of St. Anthony of Padua Beautiful Rocky Point
Love one another, as I have loved you
LET ALL WHO ENTER BE WELCOMED AS CHRIST
SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK If you have an illness of body or mind, have a disease, are facing surgery or suffering from an addiction, a mental disorder or the burden of years, we invite you to receive the Sacrament following the 8:00AM Mass on the first Saturday of every month.
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Every Saturday, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Every Wednesday Exposition begins at 3:00 PM and continues through 8:00 PM. The Rosary is prayed at 7:30 PM. The Prayer group then prays before the Blessed Sacrament until 8:00 PM.
PRAYER MEETING Our Parish Prayer Group meets on Wednesday Evenings at 7:30 PM with the Rosary and includes scriptural readings and petitions before the Blessed Sacrament. Meetings are held every week throughout the year. We encourage all who can to join us at anytime.
ST. ANTHONY’S CHOIRS Children’s Choir: 3rd through 8th Grade, meets Thursday evenings September thru May 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. St. Anthony’s Praise: 9th Grade and up, meets Sundays at 5 PM. Adult Choir: 9th grade and up, meets Thursday evenings at 7:30 PM. Call Greg for Music Ministry Info at 516-318-2886.
ST. ANTHONY’S SMALL FRIARS Our Preschool for three and four year olds is directed by Anne Tascarella: 821-1912.
ST. ANTHONY’S CYO Soccer, track, basketball and baseball are offered. Please email Mr. Mike Gasparini, our CYO Program Coordinator at: [email protected] Visit the CYO Website- http://www.stanthonycyo.org/
WE CELEBRATE BAPTISM Baptism is celebrated on two Sundays of the month at 1:30PM. Parents must come to the Rectory to complete a special registration form for Baptism. Upon completion of the form, a Baptism date will be given by Sr. Mary. Please do not make arrangements for a Baptism Celebration before you get a Baptism date from Sr. Mary, as we may not be able to grant any special requests for a particular date. Parents of first children are required to attend one Baptism Preparation Class (as well as parents who have never participated in a Baptism class). Registration for the Baptism Preparation Class can be made at the time the Registration Form for Baptism is completed with Sr. Mary.
WE CELEBRATE GOD’S FORGIVENESS The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) is celebrated on Saturday from 3:20 PM – 4:20 PM. Parishioners should feel free to call to make an appointment for the Sacrament of Reconciliation at any other time.
WE CELEBRATE MARRIAGE Our Parish Pre-Cana Program prepares these couples for the responsibilities and joys of Christian marriage. It is necessary to arrange your wedding date with the Church at least six months in advance. Please call the Rectory (744-2609).
ANNULMENT – Reestablishing The Freedom To Marry An annulment can be described as a declara on of sacramental matrimonial invalidity. It is an official determina on made by an ecclesias cal court that at the
me of the marital consent exchanged by the par es a specific component of the marriage was lacking or defec ve. Hence, the marriage failed to be a sacramental marriage as defined by the Catholic Church. If you wish to reestablish your freedom to marry in the Church contact the Diocese of Rockville Centre. If you would first like to speak to someone who has been through this process, please contact Philip and Donna Liscia at: 631-942-4645.
WE MINISTER TO THE SICK AND HOMEBOUND If you are sick or homebound and would like to receive Communion at home, please call Sister Mary at the Rectory (744-2609).
WE CARE FOR OUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS The office of St. Anthony’s Bread Outreach is located in our Parish Center and is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM. St. Anthony’s Bread reaches out to ALL THOSE IN NEED in our community. It puts into practice the words of Jesus.” Whatsoever you do to the least of My brethren, that you do unto Me” (Matt.25:40). The phone number is 821-9450. The Director is Susan Paulson and her administrative assistant is Donna Johann.
ST. ANTHONY’S BREAD AND THRIFT SHOP Josephine Romano and Joan Fitzpatrick are the Directors of our Parish Thrift Shop. The Thrift Shop is located in our Parish Center. The Thrift Shop is open Monday through Saturday, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. The phone number is 744-0656. In order to serve the community better the Thrift Shop requests that donations of good, usable clothing be dropped off Monday through Thursday. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
ST. ANTHONY’S RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CENTER The CCD Center is located in our Parish Center. The Office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The phone number is 821-0872. Sister Phylis O’Dowd is the Director of Religious Education. Her Administrative Assistant is Donna Johann.
ADULT EDUCATION Adult Education is coordinated by John McNamara: 631-744-2609 ext 2. He is always interested in suggestions for course titles.
Pastor Monsignor William G. Breslawski
Administrator Rev. K. J. Augus ne
Parish Deacons Deacon Tony Chamberlain
Deacon Jim McLaughlin
Pastoral Associate Sister Mary Schoberg, IHM
Dominican Sister Sr. Phylis O’Dowd, O.P.
Director of Religious Educa on
Mr. Christopher Crescimanno - Parish Business Manager
Mrs. Anne Schneider - Parish Secretary Mrs. Janice DeLalio – Parish Trustee
Mr. Richard Johannesen –Parish Trustee
Rectory 614 Rte 25A, Rocky Point: 631-744-2609
Fax: 631-744-5782
St. Anthony’s Convent Route 25A, Rocky Point
Religious Educa on Office 614 Route 25A, Rocky Point (821-0872)
St. Anthony’s Bread Community Outreach Coordinator - Susan Paulson
614 Route 25A, Rocky Point (821-9450)
St. Anthony’s Bread Thri Shop 614 Route 25A, Rocky Point (744-0656)
Visit our parish website:
www.starockypoint.com
Rectory e-mail: [email protected] Rectory Office Hours
Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon and 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
St Anthony of Padua Parish Mission Statement
St. Anthony of Padua Parish, Rocky Point, is a faith community, a parish family of loving, caring, welcoming and spiritual
people. We serve and support the commu-nity through worship, forma on and out-reach. Guided by the Holy Spirit, we are
called to “Love one another as I have loved you.” (John 13:34)
Weekend Mass Schedule Saturday Evening: 5PM
Sunday: 8AM, 10AM, 12 NOON The 10:00 AM Mass is followed by
Fellowship in the Msgr. Margiotta Hall. Come and meet new friends!
Weekday Masses - 8 AM Monday through Saturday
The rosary is prayed after the 8AM Mass.
Parish News Parish Lenten Mission - Loving God Gladly -
Monday, March 9th—Wednesday, March 11th
God’s Love in Jesus Brings True Joy! Monday, March 9th 9AM Mini Mission at Mass 7PM Mission Service God’s Mercy Restores the Joy of Our Youth! Tuesday, March 10th 9AM Mini Mission at Mass 7PM Mission Service God’s Healing Brings New Hope! Wednesday, March 11th 9AM Mini Mission at Mass 7PM Mission Service
Help Needed Call Sr. Mary, 631-744-2609, ext. 4,
If you are willing to help with any of the following:
publicity, greeters, ushers, sellers for CD’s and DVD’s,
and persons to pray over the sick.
Conducted by: Rev. Kevin Cronin, OFM Franciscan Friars Ministry
of the Word
Prayer Service for Fr. Bill & Those Involved in the Investigation
On Sunday, February 16th, at 4pm we will gather in the Church for a Prayer Service for Fr. Bill and all those who are involved in the investigation (which is over a year old). There will be a reflection given by Bishop Emil Wcela to assist us with our healing and to encourage us in this difficult time.
Our Pastoral Council has suggested (and Fr. Augustine has agreed) that we hold these Prayer Services on a monthly basis. We will be praying on the Third Sunday of each month at 4pm (Feb. 16th; April 19th; May 17th; and June 21st).
All are welcome to come join us in Prayer!!
A special Thank You to Mr. Ralph Ferrara from O.B. Davis Funeral Home in Miller Place who print-ed up special Prayer Cards with Fr. Bill’s picture for us. We would also like to Thank Mr. Gregory Iovine who recorded a special song for Fr. Bill that we play at our Prayer Service each month and Sr. Mary for printing and assembling our Prayer Service Programs.
Parish News
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Please Note: Due to the observance of President’s Day on Monday, February 17th, all parish offices will be closed. All offices will
resume their regular schedule on Tuesday, February 18th
Flu Season Precautions To combat the possibility of becoming infected with the flu virus at Mass, we recommend the following:
Stay home when you have flu-like symptoms.
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing and sneezing.
Clean your hands often with soap and water or an alcohol based anti-bacterial wash.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
Do not receive communion from the cup, if you are feeling sick or at risk for infection.
Do not shake hands (e.g. at the beginning of Mass or at the Sign of Peace) if you have a scratchy throat, the “sniffles,” a cough or the sneezes. Some of our parishioners, particularly if they are sick, do not want to shake hands at the sign of peace. A bow or a verbal greeting to the person beside you is a sufficient sign of peace.
Eucharistic Ministers, Deacons and Pre-siders are asked to wash their hands be-fore and after Mass with anti-bacterial soap or hand sanitizers. Your fellow pa-rishioners appreciate your consideration!
Ash Wednesday February 26
The Blessing and Imposition of Ashes will take place at the:
• 8:00AM Mass
• 12:00 Noon Liturgy of the Word
• 4:00 PM Liturgy of the Word
• 7:00 PM Liturgy of the Word
N.B. Ash Wednesday is a Day of Fast and Abstinence.
PLEDGE DOWN PAYMENT
10 Monthly Payments (to be billed by Diocese)
$2,500* $500 $200 each month
$1,500* $300 $120 each month
$1,000 $200 $ 80 each month
$ 750 $150 $ 50 each month
$ 500 $100 $ 40 each month
$ 250 $ 50 $ 20 each month
$ 200 $ 40 $ 16 each month
$ 150 $ 30 $ 12 each month
$ 100 $ 20 $ 8 each month
$ 75 $ 15 $ 5 each month
$ 50 $ 10 $ 4 each month
$ 30 $ 10 $ 2 each month
$ 25 $ 5 $ 2 each month
STEP 1 SUGGESTED GIFT PLAN
Use the table below as a guide but feel free to adjust the payments to your needs.
STEP 2 PLEDGE & PAYMENT INFORMATION
Please check the appropriate boxes below. Checks should be made payable to:
Catholic Ministries Appeal. Thank you very much for your support!
AMOUNT OF PLEDGE:
$_____________
PAYMENT PLAN: (Please Check One) No Payment Today
Full Payment Today of $_____________
Down Payment Today of $____________
Checks should be made payable to: Catholic Ministries Appeal.
The Parish Family of St. Anthony of Padua 2020 Catholic Ministries Appeal “One Family in Mission-Called to Evangelize”
*MAJOR GIFT PLAN Please note that contributions of $1,500 receive special recognition from the Diocese. A contribution of $1,500 or more makes you a Patron and a contribution of $2,500 or more makes you a Sponsor of the Appeal. Contributions of $5,000 gives you membership on the Council of Stewards. This honorary society meets with the Bishop once a year to reflect, pray and speak with the Bishop on the spiritual aspects of Christian Stewardship.
STEP 3 NAME AND ADDRESS
Name: ___________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________
City & State: _______________________________ Telephone:________________________ Your name and address is never given out and your telephone number is used only if there’s a question about your pledge. THANK YOU!! We are extremely grateful for your support. It makes a difference!
Please Note: After making your initial pledge you will be billed by the Diocesan Office for the remainder of your gift. After you are billed you should make payments directly to the Diocesan Office. Please DO NOT send payments to St. Anthony’s or place in the collection basket. THANK YOU for your support!
2020 Catholic Ministries Appeal
Budgeted weekly collection to meet our Expenses: $14,712.84
Sunday 2/9/20 Collection $12,183.50 Envelopes 260
Sunday 2/10/19 Collection $14,235.50 Envelopes 266
Gifts of Treasure
Readings For The Week Monday: Jas 1:1-11; Ps 119:67-68, 71-72, 75-76; Mk 8:11-13 Tuesday: Jas 1:12-18; Ps 94:12-13a; 14-15, 18-19; Mk 8:14-21 Wednesday: Jas 1:19-27; Ps 15:2-4ab, 5; Mk 8:22-26 Thursday: Jas 2:1-9; Ps 34:2-7; Mk 8:27-33 Friday: Jas 2:14-24, 26; Ps 112:1-6; Mk 8:34 — 9:1 Saturday: 1 Pt 5:1-4; Ps 23:1-3a, 4-6; Mt 16:13-19 Sunday: Lv 19:1-2, 17-18; Ps 103:1-4, 8, 10, 12-13; 1 Cor 3:16-23; Mt 5:38-48
Sunday: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Monday: The Seven Holy Founders of the Servite Order; Presidents’ Day
Friday: St. Peter Damian
Saturday: The Chair of St. Peter the Apostle; Washington’s Birthday
Saints & Special Observances
8 AM Monday, February 17, 2020 Anita Prokesch
8 AM Tuesday, February 18, 2020 Joe Magoli
8 AM Wednesday, February 19, 2020 Fr. Joseph Lucas
8 AM Thursday, February 20, 2020 Edward St. Pierre
8 AM Friday, February 21, 2020 Guenter Roessler
8 AM Saturday, February 22, 2020 Parishioners of St. Anthony’s
5 PM Saturday, February 22, 2020 Dennis Sinkusky
Sunday, February 23, 2020 8 AM: Parishioners of St. Anthony’s
10 AM: Florence Peckholdt 12 Noon: Kevin Maloney
Mass Intentions
ALTAR FLOWERS If you would like to purchase
Altar flowers for a special occasion or in memory of a loved one, con-
tact Anne at the rectory. The cost is $90.00
Adult Faith Formation Caritas—Wednesday, February 19th, 10 to 11:30am, Room 3 at the Msgr. Margiotta Religious Education Center at St. Anthony’s in Rocky Point. Prayer and discussion about racism and justice issues.
Ecumenical Bible Study—Wednesday, March 11th, 9:30 to 11:30am, in the Meeting Room at St. Mark’s Parish Center. Jewish and Catholic look at the Book of Psalms.
Young Adult/Adult Bible Study—Monday, February 24th, 8 to 9pm, in the Meeting Room at St. Mark’s Parish Center. The Gospel of St. John.
The Gospel of John—Tuesday, February 18th, 10 to 11:30am, in the Music Room at the Msgr. Margiotta Religious Education Center at St. Anthony’s in Rocky Point. A look at the Gospel of St. John and how it re-lates to our spiritual life today.
Parish Library—Enjoy some great books on Scripture and Spirituality from our Parish Library located in the All Saints Room! Also we have copies of America and Commonweal magazines and the National Catholic Report-er for your perusal.
To register for any of these classes or for more information, contact our Coordina-tor of Adult Faith Formation, Mr. John J.
McNamara, at 631-744-2609 ext 2
VIRTUS VIRTUS Workshop—this is mandatory for ALL CHURCH VOLUNTEERS along
with Criminal Background Check and Code of Conduct. The next one in our parish will
be held on Thursday, March 26th, at 10am or 7:30pm in the All Saints Room. To attend
this workshop you must register online at drvc.org. Go to the VIRTUS tab, create a us-er name and password and then register for this session or another one listed that is at a
better time for you. Thank you for helping to protect our children and vulnerable adults!!
Respect Life “FOR I WAS HUNGRY AND YOU GAVE ME
FOOD, I WAS THIRSTY AND YOU GAVE ME DRINK, I WAS A STRANGER AND YOU WELCOMED ME” (MATTHEW; 25:35)
Who hasn’t been hungry? I believe we all have, and it doesn’t feel good. But for those who deal with chronic hunger due to circumstances beyond their control, hunger is an everyday thing. Around the holidays, the number of people willing to help serve in feeding the poor is overwhelming, but for the rest of the year, the hungry are often forgotten about, so what are some different ways that we can feed the poor? Our Church is very blessed to have a very generous food pantry with wonderful volunteers where those in need can freely come and be nourished with the food that is so generously given by you, our parish-ioners. There are many other local churches who have food pantries as well. Friends Soup Kitchen of the Greater Port Jefferson Area is one that opens at 5pm. (631-403-6707) is their phone number. They always need volunteers. Perhaps we might think about volunteering there, or at other local soup kitchens that prepare meals for the hungry. Meals on Wheels of Stony Brook can use volunteers – (631-689-7070). Long Island Cares Inc. is a large food bank which also has a large list including 600 food pantries, soup kitchens, and emergency shel-ters. Long Island Cares is in need of volunteers as well. People need clothing, and here at St. Anthony’s, we have a wonderful Thrift Shop full of donated cloth-ing with dedicated volunteers where many people can find warm clothing for the cold months, clothing for their children, etc. Let’s take a look in our own closets and dresser drawers! Try thinking of the rule; “if I haven’t worn this in a year, give it away”. You can give your clothing to the Thrift Shop, and include blankets, coats, gloves, hats. These are just a few things that we can do to help the poor, those in need, those down on their luck or who have lost their jobs, become ill. So please keep be-ing generous. Carry on the work of Jesus Christ.
“Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me”
(Matthew; 25:40)
Welcome Vicky and Joe Nocerino – our newest Respect Life members!
Join us! Lorri Petrucci – Chairperson –
We Pray...We Remember...We Welcome
We Remember May the good Lord bless all the faithful departed. May their souls rest in peace.
Marian Zabarauskas
We encourage everyone to keep in your prayers the homebound of our Parish Community. That they may con nue to feel connected to our
Parish Family, and that they may feel God’s love and care each day.
Donna Albertario Patricia Barone Biscardi Family
Helen Bobrowski Steven Brough Linda Brouth
Patricia Brown Chuck Carter Ryan Carter Ruby Co er Caron Cullen Rita Currie
Robyn DeCillis John Degnan Susan Desch
Baby Klara Faulkner William Ferry
Bob & Carol Fe nger Rose Ginley
Patrick Grant Jules Gravinese Gayle Guggino Laura Hawryluk
Bob Heslar Theresa Hetherington
Logan Hulsberg Raymond Johnson
Jim Kalomiris Maureen Kearney Iwana Kucharczyk
Rowan Lawney Morgan Leary
Jerry Leo Azuriah Leonardo
Edith LoPicolo Eileen Long Ron Luccaro
Don & Maureen McDonald Luke Medolla
Jim Mihalik Denise Misilmeri
Jean Mollica Sue Monaco
Daniel Mulvey Jus n Noethiger Dani O’Connor Joseph Olivo
Nick Peterson Robert Pliska
Deborah Rofrano Frances Roman
Bernie Ryan Patricia Shalvey
The Sivillo Family Rob Trusnovec
Bernard Vetrone Norma Vetrone Gregg Weaver
Lisa Johnson Woeller
Pray For The Sick ENS Ma hew N. Amoscato Navy 2nd Lt Kyle Antonucci Marines A1C Christopher Bartling Air Force A1C James T. D’Amato Air Force P1C Daniel Fey Marines E4 Julianna Grady Navy SFC Laith Hasoon Army LCpl Douglas C. Heck Marines 1st LT Ma hew Jackson Army LCpl Ryan Kelly Marines Lt Carson Kimball Air Force E4 Jeremy Kimball Navy Cpt Jonathan Kimball Air Force Lt Connor Moore Marines SGT Michael O’Neill Marines PO3 Thomas O’Neill Navy Spc Ryan Palasek Army Cpl Gregory L. Teich Marines Cpt Michael Woods Army Lt Nicolas Woods Navy
Pray For Our Military
Ernest Merlino
Welcome to St. Anthony’s. If you would like to become a registered member, please complete a Regis-tration Form which can be found at:
starockypoint.com and dropped in the collec-tion basket or sent to the Rectory.
We Welcome
Religious Education Office: 631-821-0872
Grade 1 Parent Meeting
Sunday, February 23, 2020 at 11:00am in Room 7 (All Saints) *****************************************************************
Mass Schedule for February
Each grade level is asked to attend the
Sunday 10AM Family Mass on the date below:
Grade Date Time
Grades 4, 5 & 6 2/09/20 10:00am
Grades 1, 2 & 3 2/16/20 10:00am
Grades 7 & 8 2/23/20 10:00am
If you are unable to attend on your assigned date, please attend any of the other Masses.
We would love all to attend each week!
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Celebration of First Confession Saturday, February 29, 2020
11:00AM Penance 1:00PM Penance Teacher Teacher Nanette O'Hanlon Mary Manzi Debbie Carotenuto Sister Phylis (Wed AM) Susan Byrnes Sister Phylis (Wed PM)
Relevant Radio—1430AM Talk Radio for Catholic Life
Bridging the gap between faith and everyday life. More information online at:
www.relevantradio.com
Community News
Environmental Initiative: Reverence Life
What can I do to answer the call of Pope Francis to cherish the environment and to be-come a better steward of creation? Establish a Saint Kateri Habitat at home. Three ele-ments are needed from the following list:
1. food, water, cover, and space for wildlife 2. native trees, shrubs, and wildflowers
(such as milkweed and goldenrods for monarch butterflies)
3. vegetable garden or flower gardens 4. clean energy and sustainable practices of
gardening 5. space for prayer
and then a Catholic religious expression such as a statue, cross, or St. Kateri Habitat Sign.
To register your Saint Kateri Habitat and to obtain a Saint Kateri Habitat Sign contact the Saint Kateri Conservation Center at kate-ri.org and for more information you can con-tact [email protected] or Mr. McNamara at [email protected].
Diocese of Rockville Centre announces Morning Star Initiative
As you may have heard, the Diocese of Rockville Centre has decided to launch a
bold plan, called the Morning Star Initiative, to revitalize Catholic elementary school edu-cation on Long Island. The goal of this initia-tive is to restore a robust Catholic culture to the DRVC schools, improve academics, & create a more fiscally sustainable model for schools. The Diocese will partner with the
Marianists, who have two centuries of Cath-olic educational commitment & expertise. The Diocese has asked Brother Thomas
Cleary, S.M., President of Chaminade High School, to serve as the Chief Revitalization
Officer & to spearhead this effort. He will be assisted by his fellow Marianists, who will
seek feedback & ideas from the full spectrum of those with a stake in a revitalized Catholic elementary education, including our parish-ioners. We value your input, so please share
your thoughts. Visit the Diocese of Rockville Centre’s website at Morningstarinitiative.org
for more information, and email [email protected]
to give feedback or find out more ways to get involved.
Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary are offering a
FREE MOVIE MATINEE Saturday, February 29th at 2PM
K of C Hall, 683 Route 25A, Rocky Point Presenting the 2019 Oscar Winning Film
“Green Book” Complimentary snacks will be served
Thirsting for Healing? Living Waters Counseling Center is a place
which provides the Healing Waters of Coun-seling, Prayer, and Hope to those who come through our doors in Melville. Our therapists are rooted in prayer that is a basic part of our tradition and faith. Living Waters Counseling Center provides individual, family, and cou-ple therapy for all life situations to those of faith or no faith. For more information, call:
631-754-3990 or go to our website: livingwaterscounseling.biz
Choices “If you choose you can keep the commandments,” Sirach tells us. God “has set before you fire and wa-ter; to whichever you choose, stretch forth your hand” (Sirach 15:15, 16). This is a great mystery: God does not control us so completely that we can-not choose our own path. We have certain bounda-ries, of course, but no one but we can choose our way within those boundaries.
In today’s reading from Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus re-minds us of our freedom and our responsibility for our lives. He calls us to look beyond the words of the commandments, all the way to their meaning. Look beyond the adultery to the selfishness that poisons our love. Look beyond the murder to the anger that eats away at our compassion. Look beyond the per-jured testimony to the lies and deception that drive our behavior.
Our vocation is to choose life for ourselves, and to choose a path through our part of the world that helps make life possible and more abundant for others as well.
The Chair of St. Peter the Apostle February 22 In brushing up for “Catholic Jeopardy,” it might help to know that there is only one feast on the calendar for a thing, rather than a person or mystery. It’s for a chair: Saint Peter’s chair in fact
After the Resurrection, there can be no doubt that the disciples reserved a special place for Simon Peter in the upper room. Later, Peter became the bishop of Antioch in today’s Syria, the place where we were first called Christians. From there, he went to Rome, the center of the Empire, where it is said that Peter sat in a chair in the house of Priscilla and Aquila to instruct his flock. Jesus, in entrusting the keys of the Kingdom to Peter and his successors, entrusted his compassion and mercy to them, and charged them with pointing to the Kingdom of God. Compassion and mercy are to resonate through their teaching.
Since the ancient sign of a teacher is the chair (“disciple” literally means one who sits at the feet of a teacher), Peter’s chair has long been treasured. To-day there is a symbolic shrine of Peter’s chair above the main altar of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. This monument is the last work of Bernini, a huge bronze throne supported by four doctors of the Church: Au-gustine and Ambrose from the Western Church, and Chrysostom and Athanasius from the East. High above it is the alabaster window of the descent of the Holy Spirit.
Weekly Reflection Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time Today’s readings draw us into ageless, vi-brant depths. Followers of God’s law, we be-long to ancient traditions. Children of God, we marvel at the freshness of creation. The Old Testament readings, from Sirach and the Psalms, celebrate the rich blessings we re-ceive when we observe God’s commands—not because we are slaves to the law, but be-cause the law gives life in abundance. Saint Paul’s Letter to the Corinthians confirms the glory of divine law, but warns that God’s ways tend to be unpopular and misunder-stood in this world. Paul speaks of the an-cient wisdom of God, which is mysteriously both “hidden” and “revealed.” God does not have secret codes that we earthly mortals cannot understand; in love, God reveals the glory of the divine way in Jesus. Saint Mat-thew’s Gospel emphasizes the importance of living in God’s law, enlivened by a deep and personal relationship with Jesus. Passing Away There is some urgency in Christ’s call to ho-liness. Everything in this age is passing away. Jesus’ call is timely and radical, plead-ing with us to drop other business and make reconciliation a priority. The Lord actually says to “leave your gift at the altar” and re-turn to worship after making peace with the adversaries in our lives. Jesus is deadly seri-ous about the need for reconciliation and righteousness, insisting that nothing—not even our eyes and arms—are worth more than love. All of today’s readings reflect on the deep connection between God’s law and healthy, peaceful love. As Saint Paul says in Romans 13:10, “love is the fulfillment of the law.” Here in the twenty-first century, we modern disciples of Christ can cultivate that mystery deep in our hearts, nurturing the tre-mendous twin gifts of God’s love and God’s law, offered to us freely to help us sustain a healthy and holy Body of Christ.
Word of the Week
Outreach Coordinator
Susan Paulson
Administrative Assistant
Donna Johann
(631)-821-9450
email: [email protected]
Child/Health Plus Applications can be made through Fidelis Care by calling 1-888-343-3547 or by going online to www.fideliscare.org.
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) Information on eligibility and other public assistance benefits can be accessed on the myBenefits website or by calling 516-227-8519 HELPFUL NUMBERS AA Hotline—24 hr. 631-669-1124
Poison Control 516-542-2323
Food Stamps 631- 789-9546
Child Abuse 800-342-3720
Birthright 631- 821-9727
Hope House 631-473-6030
Suicide Hotline 631-751-7500
Town of Brookhaven
Adult Day Programs 631-451-9142
Disability Services 631-451-6600
Mental Health Emergency
Hotline 631-952-3333
Office of the Aging 631-853-8200
Veteran Services 631-853-8387
The Outreach is located at the west end of the
parish center.
Pantry Needs The Outreach could use rice mixes, canned stews & ravioli.
Thank you.
Parish Outreach
2020 Census Job Opportunities Who Can Get Hired?
To be eligible for a 2020 Census job, applicants must:
♦Be at least 18 years old. ♦Have a valid Social Security number. ♦Pass a Census Bureau-performed background
check and a review of criminal records, including fingerprinting.
For a complete list of qualifications, you are invited to visit 2020census.gov/jobs. Most jobs require employees to: Have access to a vehicle and a valid driver’s license, unless public transportation is readily available. Have access to a computer with internet and an email account (to complete training).
For more information: 2020 CENSUS.GOV
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