Feb. 14, 2016 - St. Gertrude`s Church

THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF ST. GERTRUDE
28 School Street
Bayville, N.Y. 11709
LITURGICAL SCHEDULE
Masses
Saturday:
8:30am & 5:00pm
Sunday:
7:30, 9:30 (Family Mass)
11:30am
Weekdays: 8:30am
Holy Day: 5:00pm Vigil Mass
8:30 am & 7:30pm
Rosary every morning after 8:30 Mass.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and
Benediction 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Wednesdays except holidays.
Reconciliation/Confession:
Saturdays: 4:00-5:00pm & by appointment
CLERGY OF THE PARISH
Rev. Stephen J. Brigandi, Pastor
Fr. Archie Faustino, Visiting Priest
Deacon Ted Kolakowski
PARISH OFFICE:
Phone: (516) 628-1113
Marie Levchuck, Parish Secretary
Email: parishoffice@stgerts.org
Michele Drago , Bulletin Editor
Email: bulletin@stgerts.org
PARISH OFFICE HOURS:
Monday to Thursday: 9:00am—4:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Fax: (516) 628-9032
Website: www.stgerts.com
PARISH CENTER
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE:
Phone: (516) 628-2432
Carol Tannehill, Director
Email: ctannehill@stgerts.org
PRESCHOOL:
Phone: (516) 628-3710
Tina Mihaltses, Director
Email: stgertprek@gmail.com
St. Vincent DePaul, (516) 584-4090
Email: svdpstgertrudes@gmail.com
SACRAMENTS
Anointing of the Sick
Last Sunday of the month following the 11:30 Mass.
Baptism: Third Sunday each month at 1:00pm. Prior parent
interview with priest or deacon required.
Marriage: Arrangements must be made in person with priest at
least 6 months in advance & prior to reception arrangements.
Mass Intentions
Remembering. . .
SUNDAY
February 14
7:30am
Jean Carrieri
9:30am
Kevin Lamb +
11:30am
Joseph DelGiacco +
MONDAY
February 15
8:30am
Savior Casella +
TUESDAY
February 16
8:30am
William Galvin +
WEDNESDAY
February 17
8:30am
Brian J. Levchuck +
THURSDAY
February 18
8:30am
Lillian LeDonne +
FRIDAY
February 19
8:30am
Manuela Sabin +
Steve Angolone (L)
SATURDAY
February 20
8:30am
John L. Schaefer, Jr. +
Palmaro, Sabin & Sobrino families +
5:00pm
For the Parishioners of St. Gertrude
SUNDAY
February 21
7:30am
Jean Carrieri
9:30am
Nydia Anastacio (L)
11:30am
Norman Beatty +
The Altar Bread and Wine used at our Masses this
week are offered in loving memory of:
The Parishioners of St. Gertrude
Today’s Readings
TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — The Israelites show
their faith by offering the LORD
first fruits of the products of their
new land (Deuteronomy 26:4-10).
Psalm — Be with me, Lord, when I
am in trouble (Psalm 91).
Second Reading — All who express
faith in the risen Christ and confess
that he is Lord will be saved
(Romans 10:8-13).
Gospel — Jesus was led into the
desert by the Spirit and was
tempted (Luke 4:1-13).
JESUS AND THE DEVIL
The devil tempted Jesus by
quoting scripture, as today’s Gospel
reminds us. Try a self-serving
miracle. Try selling out. Try
dazzling the audience; people are
gullible, after all. Try all these easy
ways. The tempter tries to urge
Jesus onto the slippery slope,
attempts the old soft-soap, the snake
-oil solutions that are always readily
at hand. The devil knows better, but
is powerless to do better, much less
be better. The devil is evil
personified, who senses in Jesus the
stronger, truly attractive presence of
holiness.
Evil is exposed and engaged, we
are reminded in this Sunday’s
Gospel. Evil knows the jig is up.
The undoing of lies begins with
Jesus, who takes up the work of soul
-healing and world-healing. This
Lent, the Church invites us to enter
into this renewing, re-creative work
and be made whole again.
Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
We Remember
The sick of our parish:
Maria Agnone
Carmella Castigliola
Joseph Doherty
Baby Easton Friedel
Alex Kiczek
Roberta LoPinto
Donald McGuiness
Rosemary Schettino
Marita Doherty
Megan Farley
Jeanette Furino
Joyce Dinuovo
Margaret Martin
Joan Bruce
Margaret Kratz
Wanda Stone-Brady
Angela Colavito
Bette Dougherty
Joe Giralamo
Paul Napoli
Richard Levine
Ann Pacifico
Steven Varjian
Christina Savasta
Edward Gormley
Joann Senecal
Maria Cutrone
Amy Watson
Steve Angolone
Jean Holden
Joan Zahtila
Robert Connolly
Melanie LaBella
Lynn Gormley
Ruth LaBella
John Mason
Anthony Rowan
Philip Carbone
Tom Lacey
Barbara Ravid
Fred Mei
Lindsay Gemmell
Charlie Patak
Louise Peluso Martone
Jill Melin
Please call the Parish Office to leave the names of parishioners who are homebound and would like
to receive the Eucharist or would like to receive the Sacrament of the Sick.
Those serving in our military:
“Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families
for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. I ask this in the name of
Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Amen”
Lt. Travis J. Buffa
Lt. Mary Grace Colluci
LCPL Matthew Ketcham
The Four LoRusso Brothers
Pfc. Duncan Moskowitz
Lt. Brian Peguillan
Hosp. Medic Matthew D. Perez
2nd Lt. Thomas Rojek
M Sgt. Donald J. Tucker
Lt. Terrance Thorgramson
Ltjg. Emily W. Hegarty
SFC. Sean P. Schenck
Lt. Melissa Buffa
Major Janet R. Erazo
2nd Lt. Glenn Harvey
Sgt. 5 Jose Marin
Major James Nicholson
Lt. Wesley John Pritchett
Lt. Sean Riordan
Cpl. Brendan Roethel
Sp. Trevor Tebaldi
2nd Lt. James Andrew Baker
Ltjg. Elizabeth G. Hegarty
Pfc. Mark Chuisano
Cmdr. Cynthia Keating
Lt. Col. Paul J. LoBue
Airman Bryan Mollitor
Lt. Col. Sean Patak
Cpl. Stephen Malusa
Corp. Jason Roland
Sp. Chase Tucker
Sgt. William Trotta, Jr.
Cpt. Chad Lennon
Ensign James Figari
If you would like to inform us of any family member or friend who has been called to active
service, please call our rectory office.
Andrew Bussa
Ronald Lamb
The Parish of St. Gertrude extends its
prayerful condolences to their family and friends.
Please read the Diocese
Year of Mercy
Lenten message on our
website at
www.stgerts.com
Time goes by so fast...
For those who did not hear me speak at all the Masses last weekend, my time with you as your Pastor is
coming to an end this coming June. In addition to myself, there are several priests in our Diocese who will
be reassigned to various parishes on Long Island. I will join them in seeking a new assignment, in a
different location here on Long Island.
Over the next several weeks, the names of the parishes seeking new priests in June will be made available
to all priests in the Diocese. I will then be given an opportunity to express my preference for serving at one
or another of these open parish positions.
As some of you may be aware, the Diocese has begun a practice to consult with the people of a parish
whose pastor is being transferred. There will be a Parish Open Meeting on Thursday, February 25 at 7:00
P.M. in St. Gertrude Parish Center. The format is simple: I will welcome and thank everyone who has come
to the public meeting and then introduce the Episcopal Vicar, Bishop Andrzej Zglejszewski, the Vicar for
Clergy Personnel, Msgr. Peter Pflomm, and our local priest-dean, Fr. Maffeo: who will facilitate the meeting.
The information gathered at this Meeting will focus on three areas of response:
1. What do you love about St. Gertrude Parish? What do you think is going well here?
2. What do you think needs work or attention at St. Gertrude Parish? What do you think is not going well
here?
3. Name some specific traits you would like to see in the next pastor assigned to St. Gertrude Parish.
Thank you for your prayerful love and support, as we prepare the Parish to welcome a new pastor.
Sincerely,
Fr. Stephen
PS: People have already asked if there is any point in writing letters or making phone calls requesting me to
stay here at St. Gertrude. The simple answer is unfortunately, No. In fact, doing so makes things even
more difficult regarding my own transition to a new parish, so I thank you in advance for your thoughtfulness
and prayer-filled restraint.
Parish Financial Summary
Sunday collection (including Faith Direct)
February 7, 2016:
$ 7,539.00
There is a Diocese second collection this weekend, February 13th & 14th for the Church in Need.
Faith Direct
Why not make a change in the way you generously support St. Gertrude? Sign up with eGiving through Faith
Direct, which is the most convenient and secure way for you to make your weekly offering to
St. Gertrude. Your automatic contributions through Faith Direct will save valuable time for both you and our
parish staff. To enroll, please visit Faith Direct's website www.faithdirect.net and use our parish code
NY83. You can also fill out and mail a Faith Direct enrollment form from the parish office. Thank you!!
The Parish office will be
closed on Monday, February
15th in recognition of
President’s Day.
Reminder: Parish Meeting in the
Parish Center on Thursday,
February 25th
at 7:00pm.
Family Life
Congratulations to all the boys and girls who celebrated the
Sacrament of Reconciliation on Thursday, January 28th.
Confirmation interviews will begin Wednesday, March 2nd
during class time.
There are no Religious Education classes the week of February 15th.
Congratulation to the Bayville Boy Scouts who received the Parvuli Dei Medals last
Sunday at the Family Mass. The boys learned about the families to which they
belong and that through God they learn to care and share about gifts given to them
by God.
PRE-SCHOOL NEWS: Love was in the air this week, as all the classes finished their
Valentine projects and had their Valentines’ parties. Miss Carmela’s twos made Valentine
plates and worked on a shapes collage. Miss Michele’s threes made heart butterflies,
people, monsters and bees. They also studied the letter H. Miss Joanne’s 4s made heart
handprints and a portrait of George Washington for President’s Day. They studied the letter N and O.
Miss Tina’s 4s finished their Valentine mailboxes and made Chinese lanterns for Chinese New Year.
They also studied the letter S. Happy Valentine’s Day to all our preschool and church families here at
St. Gertrude’s. Next week is Presidents’ Week and the preschool will be closed.
In And Around Our Parish
Parish Lenten Mission Bishop Andrzej Zglejszewski, Auxiliary Bishop of Rockville
Centre Monday, March 14th @ 7:30pm in the church.
Stations of the Cross Fridays in Lent at 7:30pm at in the church. The Stations of the
Cross began as the practice of pious pilgrims to Jerusalem who would retrace the final
journey of Jesus Christ to Calvary.
Traditional Lenten Disciplines
Fasting & Abstinence
Catholics aged 14 and older abstain from meat on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday and all the Fridays
of Lent. In addition, on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, Catholics from age 18-59 fast, limiting
themselves to one full meal and two smaller meals each day.
Prayer
Catholics are encouraged to pray more during Lent, especially with Scripture. Lent is also an ideal
time to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Almsgiving
Moved by the sacrifice of Christ, many Christians combine almsgiving with fasting, giving to the poor
the money saved by eating, drinking or buying less as they rely more upon God’s abundant grace.
Fasting & Abstinence
Catholics aged 14 and older abstain from meat on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday and all the Fridays
of Lent. In addition, on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, Catholics from age 18-59 fast, limiting
themselves to one full meal and two smaller meals each day.
Prayer
Catholics are encouraged to pray more during Lent, especially with Scripture. Lent is also an ideal
time to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Almsgiving
Moved by the sacrifice of Christ, many Christians combine almsgiving with fasting, giving to the poor
the money saved by eating, drinking or buying less as they rely more upon God’s abundant grace.
THE JUBILEE YEAR OF MERCY:
LENT AND RECONCILIATION
“Jesus Christ is the face of the Father’s mercy. These words might well sum up the mystery of the Christian
faith. Mercy has become living and visible in Jesus of Nazareth, reaching its culmination in him.”
With these words from the very first paragraph of Pope Francis’ Bull of Indiction, Misericordiae Vultus
(MV), proclaiming the Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy, we see the heart of what we celebrate this
year: that God’s mercy is brought to us in Jesus Christ. The closer we come to Jesus, the Son of God, and
the more intimately we know Him, the more we will experience the unbelievable richness of the Father’s
mercy.
The Holy Father has given the Church an extraordinary gift in the Year of Mercy. The word “mercy”
reveals the very mystery of the Most Holy Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Mercy is the ultimate and
supreme act by which God comes to meet us. Mercy is what connects God and His children, because His
mercy opens our hearts “to the hope of being loved forever despite our sinfulness.” (MV 2) Indeed, this
Year of Mercy is a special time for the Church, “a time when the witness of believers might grow stronger
and more effective.” (MV 3)
Isn’t that a great challenge for us ― that we might become more effective witnesses of mercy? Imagine if
we could really do that! Maybe that’s a good Lenten project for each and every one of us: to become a
more effective witness of mercy!
We know that Lent prepares us for the celebration of Easter, either by preparing us for the Sacraments of
Initiation, or by preparing us to recall our own Baptism. Doing penance is central to this. However, if we
are going to truly live Lent and not just “observe” it, we must make a true response to God’s call to
renewal, and accept the spiritual challenge to cooperate with God’s grace by making a decision, a plan and
a continuous effort.
To really live this Jubilee Year in keeping with its motto “Merciful like the Father,” we must experience the
proof of God’s love for us: “He gives his entire self, always, freely, asking nothing in return. He comes to
our aid whenever we call upon him.” (MV 14)
The Sacrament of Penance is for us one of the most powerful ways (or proofs!) we have of experiencing the
mercy of God, and of renewing our baptismal dedication and dignity. Through the mercy of God, that
sacrament becomes the opportunity to restore baptismal innocence, an innocence that becomes marred by
sin.
Continuing through Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord this year, we will explore various aspects of
the Sacrament of Penance, so that we might use this time of Lent for conversion
and reconciliation in order to experience the richness of the Father’s mercy and,
come Easter, celebrate the Paschal Mystery of the Lord’s death and resurrection
with minds and hearts renewed by God’s mercy.
Little Rock Scripture Study ~ Adult Faith Formation Gospel According to Luke - Part 2
Beginning on Friday, February 12th—March 18th.
The group will meet on Fridays 9:30 am to 11:00 am in the Parish Center, Room 1.
For more information or questions contact: Nancy Head 628-8467.
The LI Coalition for Life invites you to hear guest speaker Clare Hinshaw at its
meeting on February 22nd. Her topic will be “Advancing the Culture of Life as a
Young Professional.” Clare, Development Relations Coordinator for Young America's
Foundation, has been involved in the pro-life movement from an early age. The
meeting is at the Joseph Barry Council K of C Hall, 45 Heitz Pl., Hicksville. No
charge. Information: 631-243-1435; info@prolifeLI.org.
KEEP IN MIND
What better time than these winter days to clean out your closets, attic or basement? What
do you do with things you no longer need?
The Rosary Guild is holding it’s 17th ANNUAL ATTIC
TREASURES & CHILDREN’S WHITE ELEPHANT SALE
ON APRIL 16th & 17th
in the Parish Center.
We will accept your donations EXCEPT furniture, computers and adult clothes. We will also have a
table for new items—surely you received gifts you can’t use.
All proceeds go to the Ida Barnao Pre-School Scholarship Fund. We will have a “drop off” date
shortly.
For further information please feel free to call either Catherine Carbone at (56)628-1441, Mary Ryan at
(516) 628-1270, Barbara Savinetti at (516) 676-5227or Barbara Serio at (516) 628-2115.
Lenten Day of Prayer at the Seminary – Sunday, February 28, 2016
Fr. Patrick J. Griffin, C.M., will present a Day of Prayer at the Seminary of the
Immaculate Conception, 440 West Neck Road, Huntington from 9:30 a.m. to 3
p.m. The theme will be “Mercy of God.”
Fr. Griffin will lead us in reflecting upon the meaning of mercy, and pay special attention to
the way in which we give it expression in some of the corporal works of mercy (visiting the
sick, comforting the lonely, burying the dead), and in a spiritual work of mercy (forgiveness).
Includes lunch, opportunity for confession, and Mass. Donation - $30. Sponsored by Friends
of the Seminary. Reservations required: 631.423.0483x102, or bmalone@icseminary.edu.
An Evening of Celtic Music
Benefit for
St. Anthony’s High School Celtic Friars Pipe Band
Featuring:
Celtic Friar Pipe Band
Iona College Pipe Band
Friar Show Choir
The Bob Morris Irish Band
Irish Dancers
Irish Sing-along
February 27th , 2016
7:00 PM, St. Anthony’s HS Auditorium
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“Live your faith during Lent, perform works of mercy”
Pope Francis
Almsgiving in Lent
During the Lenten Season we are asked to pray, fast and give alms.
Lent is a perfect time for us to pray for those in need - whether it is for their material, emotional or
spiritual needs.
And when you practice fasting and abstinence during these forty days, please remember those of our
neighbors who are hungry, and consider sharing your gifts with them.
One way to do this is by making a gift to the Catholic Ministries Appeal, which supports programs
that help to feed people in our community each year through Catholic Charities and our Parishes.
For more information about the Catholic Ministries Appeal, please visit
www.CatholicMinistriesAppeal.org or call 516-379-5210 ext. 2.
There are also materials available at the back of the Parish
for you to review.
The Life Center is in desperate need of the following items:
• Clothes for girls and boys (Sizes 0-6 and 18-24 months
especially needed)
• Receiving Blankets, Blankets
• Onesies, stretchies, bibs
• WIPES
• Toiletries (i.e. wipes, baby soaps, shampoos, diaper rash
creams, powders, etc.)
• Crib sheets
• Bottles
• Hooded towels, Wash cloths
• Diaper bags
• Non Drop Side Cribs / Bassinets/ Pack n Plays
• Car seats (both infant and toddler)
• Strollers
Thank you for any help that you can provide to help us support
these women, especially those who are in crisis.
Donations can be dropped off at our Deer Park location: 1767
Deer Park Ave Deer Park, NY 11729 (across the street from St.
Cyril & Methodius Roman Catholic Church, and next door to BoydCarratozollo Funeral home) Any further questions can be
answered at (631) 243-2373.
Riverhead Location: 631-591-9017
Massapequa Location: 516-798-9100
Hempstead Location: 516-408-6300
www.lifecenterli.org
HARVEST HOUSE
235 Cold Spring Road, Syosset, NY 11791 (516)496-9796
A new option for senior living—Harvest Houses, Residences for Independent Seniors
What is Harvest House? Directed by Sisters of St. Dominic, Harvest House is a positive option for
independent Seniors 65+ who want the fullness of living in a family atmosphere, in a secure environment
minus the burden of managing a home or apartment. Harvest House offers….the fullness of living in
companionship, with nutritious meals, private bedroom, common living space to be friends, share ideas,
stories and good times. Harvest House is….affordable, conveniently located to shopping, places of worship,
library, restaurants, public transportation and more….
Locations….Syosset, NY and Floral Park, NY
For more information call: S. Jeanne A. Brendel, (516)496-9796 or web-site: www.harvesthouse.org
Our Lady of Mercy Academy
815 Convent Road, Syosset NY
Home of the Lady Mustangs
2016 SUMMER CAMPS & COURSES
Basketball, Dance, Introduction to Coding Course, The
Art of Improv and Comedy, Cross Country, Lacrosse,
Lacrosse Goalie, Preseason Conditioning, Science
Research Course, Soccer, Soccer Goalie, Softball,
Beginning Tennis, Interm/Adv Tennis, Volleyball
For information (516) 921-1756 or www.olma.org
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
Annual HEC #32 Weekend – April 28 – May 1, 2016
Planning meetings Feb. 11, March 9 and April 13
Long Island Handicapped Encounter Christ (HEC) is in need of volunteers for its annual retreat which will be held Thursday,
April 28 through Sunday, May 1, 2016 at Camp Alvernia in Centerport, NY.
HEC is a program that provides retreat opportunities that celebrate life, nurture faith and offer support for persons 18 years and
older with special needs. HEC retreats provide an environment which persons with disabilities and able-bodied friends step away
from their usual routines and enjoy a prayerful experience of song, talks and meditations, group sharing, Eucharist and many
other joyful moments. The shared experiences of the retreat often develop into relationships of mutual support.
There are many volunteer roles to be filled. We are in need of team members, kitchen help, setting up and taking down the camp,
as well as drivers for our candidates.
Our first planning meeting will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 7 pm at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Greenlawn – we
invite you to come hear what we are all about. Two follow-up meetings are planned for Wednesday, March 9 and Wednesday,
April 13.
Please call Deacon Frank & Michele Barone at (516) 420-1207 or e-mail at LongIslandHEC@gmail.com for more information,
to volunteer or request an application for candidate participation.
BUS DRIVER WANTED
The St. Dominic High School Athletic Depart. is
looking for a part-time bus driver with a CDL license
who can be available after school to transport sport
teams.
Please contact the Director of Athletics, Mr. John
Corso, if you are interested in applying.
jcorso@stdoms.org
The IRA Charitable Rollover
is back and is now
permanent!
What’s called a rollover is actually a “qualified charitable distribution” that can be made
to our Parish.
If…
You are at least 70 1/2 years old on the date you make your gift
Your IRA is a traditional or Roth
You don’t exceed your personal maximum of $100,000 per year in qualified charitable distributions
You will not have to report your distribution as income. It will be free of federal and New
York State income tax, and it will count toward your required minimum distribution
(RMD).
The best way for you to start is with your IRA custodian. Tell them you want to make a "qualified
charitable distribution". In most cases you will only have to fill out a simple form.
VERY IMPORTANT!! Your gift must go directly from your IRA to the Parish. If you receive
the money first then you’ll be taxed on it like any other distribution.
Example: Mrs. Connors, age 76, has $125,000 in a traditional IRA and would like to contribute
$5,000 to her Parish in 2016. Upon hearing of the Charitable IRA Rollover opportunity, she directs
the custodian of her IRA to transfer this amount not later than December 31, 2016 directly to the
Parish as a 2016 gift. She will not be subject to income tax on her $5,000 qualified charitable
distribution.
This information is not intended and should not be construed as legal, tax or investment advice. For such advice, please consult an attorney,
tax advisor or investment professional.
Wills and Bequests have the power to impact future generations. It’s so easy to
include our Parish in your Will and still provide for loved ones. You may be able to make a simple bequest
by adding the following language:
“I give and bequeath the sum of $ _________ (or the % of), to be used for the general
program of St. Gertrude Parish, a Catholic Church in the Diocese of Rockville Centre.”
Ensure the future vitality of our Parish with your charitable
bequest or consider other Estate Planning options,
such as designating our Parish as beneficiary of a
life insurance policy or an IRA account.
To receive a brochure about Wills and Bequests, please call Barbara Kilarjian at 516-379-5210 ext.
229
Camp Fatima for boys and Camp Bernadette for girls are now accepting registrations for the 2016 summer
season. The camps, located in the Lakes region of NH, offer 2-week overnight sessions for children, ages 615. Round trip bus transportation is available out of Long Island. To request a brochure and DVD, contact
Michael Drumm at (603)364-5851 or email mdrumm@campsfatimabernadette.org or visit us on the web at
www.campsfatimabernadette.org. Please don’t wait as sessions fill up quickly.
PROFESSIONAL THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Professional therapy, provided by New York State licensed therapists including therapists who specialize in
Bereavement, Bipolar Disorders and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, is available to our parish and 147 other
parishes. This program, under the direction of Dr. George Giuliani, has been conducted in the diocese for the past 41 years for the
convenience of parishioners. It is provided by the Catholic Counseling Center, a proprietary professional corporation, which is
independent of and not controlled or supervised by the parish or diocese. Most insurance policies, including Medicare, are
honored. For confidential information and appointments, please call Dr. Giuliani at the Catholic Counseling Center at (631) 2432503 or go to our website at http://www.thecatholiccounselingcenter.com
Pilgrimage to Ireland
June 21-29, 2016
Travel with St. Joseph’s College faculty members:
Sister Grace Rowland, CSJ and Father Francis
Pizzarelli, SMM. For a detailed brochure call Sister
Grace at 631-654-0199 or email growland@sjcny.edu
RETREATS, WORKSHOPS AND DAYS/EVENINGS OF PRAYER
At the Ronkonkoma Cenacle
February19-21,2016
SILENTDIRECTEDLENTENRETREAT
Lentisaseasonofrepentanceandrenewal.WerecommitourselvestofollowJesus.Contemplationandre lectiveprayer
encourageusduringthissacredseason.
Presenters/Directors:CenacleTeam Offering:$235-NoSundaylunch.NoCommuters–$50depositrequiredtoholdyourreservation
Saturday,February27,2016
10:00a.m.–4:00p.m.attheMaudeAdamsHouse,9:30a.m.arrivalsandrefreshments
RELEASINGRESENTMENTANDFEAR
Usingthe12stepspiritualityandTheReturnoftheProdigalSon,wewillexplorethebindsofresentmentandfearinour
lives.Explore,Share,Pray.BeopentotheSpiritwhocantransformourshortcomings.Neednotbeina12stepprogram
toattend.
Presenter:KarenMusicaro
Offering:$50-Lunchincluded-$15depositrequiredtoholdyourreservation
Saturdays:February27,March5,12,19,2016
9:00a.m.–11:30a.m.IntheRetreatCenter–RoseRoom
LENTENRETREATINDAILYLIFE
ThisseriesisanopportunityforyoutojourneythroughLentwiththesupportofafaithcommunity.Youwillbeaskedto
attendallfoursessions,spendtimeindailyprayerwiththematerialprovided,andbewillingtoshareinthegroup.
Presenters:Sr.MarySpratt,r.c.andValerieDunne,CenacleStaffAssociate.
Offering:$80-$15depositrequiredtoholdyourreservation
March4-6,2016
PLACINGOURFEARSINTHEWOUNDSOFCHRIST
Howeasilyweslipintobelievingthatweoughtnottofearifourfaithwerestrongenough.Whatdowe“do”withour
anxiety?DowebelievethatJesuswastrulyhumanandfeltallthethingswerunfrom?Whathappenswhenweplaceour
fears,doubtsandanxietiesinthewoundsoftheRisenChrist?
Presenter:Fr.LarryLewis,M.M.
Offering:$235-NoSundaylunch.$180Commuters–$50depositrequiredtoholdyourreservation
Saturday,March12,2016
10:00a.m.–1:30p.m.attheMaudeAdamsHouse,9:30a.m.arrivalsandrefreshments
AMIFINDINGITDIFFICULTTOFORGIVE?APROFESSIONALDAYFORSPIRITUAL
DIRECTORS
PeterwentuptoJesusandsaid,“Lord,howoftenmustIforgivemybrotherifhewrongsme?Asoftenasseventimes?”
Jesusanswered,“Notseven,Itellyou,butseventy-seventimes”Matthew18:21-22.Theprogramwillfocusonourown
experienceofforgivenessandhowwearewithourdirecteesintheprocessofforgiveness.
Presenter:Sr.JudyOsterburg,r.c.
Offering:$50-Lunchincluded-$15depositrequiredtoholdyourreservation
PROGRAMFORSENIORS!Tuesday,March15,2016
10:30a.m.–1:30p.m.attheRetreatCenter,10:00a.m.arrivalsandrefreshments
LIFE’SCALLINGYOU–COME,FOLLOWCHRIST…MorningforSeniors
Comemeetothers,aswegrowoldertogetherinwisdomandgrace.Aswestandontheedgeofbrokenness,ourselvesand
others,we indgracetobeforgiving-forgiven.
Presenter:CarmelaBergman,CenacleStaffAssociate
Offering:$25-Lunchincluded(reducedrateforseniors)-$15depositrequiredtoholdyourreservation
March18-20,2016
THEPETER,JUDAS,MAGDALENE,THOMASANDJESUSINEACHOFUS–MEN’S
PALMSUNDAYWEEKENDRETREAT
WeneedtotakeseriouslythemenandwomeninJesus’life.Theyweren’tpurelymotivated,norweretheyexemplarsof
morality.Theytastedtheirhumanitytodepthswemightfeartoadmitinourownlives,andyettheywerechosenas
beloved–asarewe!WewilllookandtakeencouragementfromthemasweenterHolyWeek.
Presenter:Fr.LarryLewis,M.M.
Offering:$250-IncludesSundaylunch.$195Commuters–$50depositrequiredtoholdyourreservation
HOLYWEEKTRIDUUM
March24,25,26and27,2016
GLORIOUSSCARS–WEAREKNOWN,LOVED,CRUCIFIEDANDRISENWITHCHRIST
HolyThursday,GoodFridayandtheEasterVigilturnallourstandardsofrightandwrong,goodandevil,hopeanddespair
upsidedown.Lifecomesthroughdeath!GodisfaithfultoHispromise!ThesinsinourlivesthatthrowustoGod’smercy
andlovearetheveryactsthatevoketransformation.TogetherwiththeRisenChristourwoundsaretransformedinto
gloriousscars.
Presenter:Fr.LarryLewis,M.M.
Offering:$310-NoSundaylunch.$255Commuters–$100depositrequiredtoholdyourreservation
ONGOINGPROGRAMSANDSERIES
SPIRIT-FILLEDSPAMORNINGS–FIRSTFRIDAYSOFEACHMONTH
9:30a.m.–1:30p.m.attheRetreatCenter,9:00a.m.registrationandtea
Cometreatyourselftoamonthlymorningofrestandrelaxationbeforetheweekendbegins.Joinotherwomenwhodesire
tonourishtheirbody,mind,andspirit,withallthebeautyandlovethatGodcreatesforusandiswithinus.Ourmornings
willincludeprayer,presentation,re lection,andahealthconsciouslunch.Bodyworkofferedforanadditionalofferingas
available.
2016:February5,March4,April1,May6
Facilitator:ValerieDunne,CenacleStaffAssociateandsubjectmatterexpertseachmonth.
Offering:$40permonth-Lunchincluded-$15depositrequiredtoholdyourmonthlyreservation
CONTEMPLATIVESINGLESattheMaudeAdamsHouse
Sundays,10:00a.m.–2:00p.m.
2016:Jan.17,Feb.21,Mar.20,Apr.17,May15,June19,July17,Aug.21
Joinotherfaith-basedsinglesasweexploreGod’sdesireforeachofusanddiscussourcalltoactionintheMinistryof
SingleLife.
Facilitator:JoanMcGovern,CenacleStaffAssociate
Offering:$35eachmonth.Lunchincluded-$15depositrequiredtoholdyourmonthlyreservation
CENTERINGPRAYERAFTERNOONattheRetreatCenter
Sundays,2:30p.m.–4:00p.m.
2016:Jan.17,Feb.21,Mar.20,Apr.17,May15
DVDbyThomasKeatingO.C.S.O.,CenteringPrayer,anddiscussion.Youdonotneedtohaveanyexperience,simplythe
desiretorestinGod’sPresence.“BestillandknowthatIAMGod”(Psalm46:10).
Facilitators:Sr.MargaretRohder.c.andDianeRobinson
Offering:FreewillRegistrationRequired:Call631-588-8366
T’aiChiattheMaudeAdamsHouse
Mondays,9:30a.m.–10:45a.m.
2016:January25,Feb.1,8,15,22(5sessions)
Offering:2016:5sessionspaidinadvance=$60
OR$15persession.AdvancedRegistrationRequired.
Facilitator:Sr.PamelaFalkowski,r.c.
OneWednesdayofeachmonth,September2015throughMay2016—
INTERNATIONALFILMSERIES!7:30p.m.
YourGuide:Fr.LarryLewisM.M.
January27th–NothingButaMan–USA1964
February24th–TheWeddingBanquet–Taiwan1993
March16th–TheRabbitHole–USA2010