Third Sunday of Easter April 19, 2015 You are witnesses of all these things The Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Southampton, NY Welcome to the Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Daily Mass Mon. Wed. Thurs. Fri. at 12 noon Tue. at 8:00 am First Saturday 8:00 am Weekend Masses Saturday: 5 PM Sunday: 8 AM, 9:30 AM, 11 AM, 12:30 PM (in Spanish) and 5 PM Reconciliation Saturday: 4 PM - 4:45 PM Ministry to the Sick For communion at home or Anointing please contact the Parish Office. Baptism Please contact the Parish Office to schedule an appointment with our Deacon. Baptisms are generally performed on Saturdays. Marriage Pastoral Team: Rev. Michael A. Vetrano, Pastor In Residence: Rev. Msgr. William J. Gill Carl Sanfilippo, Deacon Jennifer Ferrantino, Director, Religious Education Suzanne Marchisella, Parish & Cemetery Secretary Jo Ann Morse, Director of Music Bill Kunzer, Plant and Facilities Manager Parish Leadership: Contact Us Finance Committee Fred Weinfurt (trustee) Pat Jordan (trustee) Jay Diesing Charlene Kagel John Neknez Parish Office 168 Hill Street Southampton, NY Pastoral Council In formation P: 631-283-0097, option 0 F: 631-283-3836 W: www.shjmbasilica.org E: [email protected] M-F 9 AM - 4:00 PM Weekend by appointment Liturgy Jack Hanlon Fr. Mike Vetrano E: [email protected] Consolation Sr. Barbara McKenna, RSM Religious Education Office Adult Faith Formation Mary Adamczyk Arranged at least six months in advance, please call the Parish Office. Becoming A Catholic We welcome those who would like to become Catholic and adult Catholics who have never received formal religious education and/or sacraments. Human Resources of the Hamptons — Help for those in Need The Human Resources Program volunteers reach out to meet the temporal needs of the elderly, the housebound, and the poor of our parish and community. Our parish Care for the Caregiver Program delivers hot meals to families in need of this kind of help on Wednesday evenings. Call the Human Resources Office for information and assistance. P: 631-283-0508 E: [email protected] Our Lady of Hamptons School Sister Kathy Schlueter, CSJ 160 North Main Street Southampton, New York 11968 P: 631-283-9140 E: [email protected] Human Resources of the Hamptons Kerry Lewendoski, Director P: 631-283-6415 Apostolado Hispano Rev. Steve Grozio 631-283-4379 Cell: 631-375-1001 Vincentian Fathers 631-283-9647 BASILICA PARISH OF SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY Third Sunday of Easter :: April 19, 2015 Readings: Acts 3:13-15, 17-19; 1 Jn 2:1-5a; Lk 24:35-48 Mission Statement: We are a Eucharistic centered people, who by following Christ’s teaching, join together to love and serve those in spiritual and physical need in our community. Liturgical Ministers Schedule Saturday, April 25 5 PM Father Fitzgerald SERVERS M. Donovan, C & L Yastrzemski E.M.’S M. Adamczyk, T. Cavallaro, A. Fiore LECTORS J. Clarke, H. Reister Sunday, April 26 8 AM Father Bill Gill SERVERS K. Culver, L. Martin E.M.’S P. Mackey, L. McClain, C & J Mottern, J. Taranto LECTORS G. Reisig, S. Wilson SERVERS 9:30 AM Father Michael Vetrano M. Bellucci, W. Bellucci, N. Bellucci, O. Valle E.M.’S G. Arresta, N. McCulley, Sr. B. McKenna, J. Neknez, D. Valle LECTORS C. Ferguson, TBA GREETERS J. McCulley, T. Pike,. C. Szafranski SERVERS E.M.’S 11 AM Father Mike Vetrano May Family S. Adelante, T. Alegria, G. Bauer, M. McDonald, L. Robins LECTORS J. Hanlon, J. Kepczynska GREETERS C. Brown, C. Butler, R. Essay SERVERS E.M.’S LECTORS 5 PM Father Joe Finnerty R. Anderson, J. Terry N. Conroy, L. DeRobertis, M. King K. King-Bush, S. Oldakowski ALTAR MINISTRY CHURCH CLEANING: J. Ripalone ALTAR CLOTHS: G. Bauer HAND LINENS - April 19-25—S. Wesnofske SOUTHAMPTON HOSPITAL April 19—M. Lynch April 26—J. McCarthy HAMPTON CENTER April 19—T. Alegria, M.McDonald April 26—C & J Mottern Rosary - April 23—M. Guyer Mass Intentions for the Week of April 20-26 Monday 12:00 Dorothy Leddy Connelly Tuesday 8 AM John Cummings Wednesday 12:00 Dean Pulsinelli Thursday 12:00 Marco & Suzanne Parillo (L) Friday 12:00 Sid Sims Saturday 5 PM John O’Connor Sunday 8:00 Mary “Queenie” Gilmartin 9:30 People of the Parish 11:00 Irene R. Bumbly, Olwen Valery Lilian Jones . 12:30 Mass in Spanish 5 PM Michele Tenariello Financial Realities and Stewardship The April 12th Collection was $ 7771.00. The Easter collection to date is $38,618.00. Thank you for your generosity! Memorial donations To donate the flowers on the altar or bread and wine and/ or candles offered at Mass each week, please contact the parish office. Pastor’s Letter April 19/20 A Year of Jubilee Dear Parish Family, Pope Frances has recently announced that the year to come will be a year of jubilee. In the bible a jubilee year is a time to right relationships, a time to forgive debts and wrongs, and a time to celebrate the mercy of God. When the church celebrates a year of jubilee it is marked by special events and symbols, particularly the symbolism of doors open wide. In Rome each of the four major basilicas has a special door that is open only during these years. Of course, the most important open door is the one to our hearts and about that let me tell you this story. The last jubilee year was called by Pope John Paul II at the turn of the millennium. During that time I was working with a family that had gone through some very difficult times. There was now deeprooted estrangement between some members. Some would never consider being in each other’s presence. Trust me when I say that the issues were very serious. There were deep hurts and betrayals. Probably any one of us would find their separations completely understandable. I knew both sides and the rift went on for many years. So you could imagine my surprise to come to a family celebration and see everyone together around one table. I was speechless and, of course, on that day said nothing. The next morning I was on the phone. I confessed that I was so surprised to see everyone together. The woman I called laughed and said “Oh my, we forgot to tell you.” She went on to explain that she had read something about the jubilee and how it was supposed to be a once in a long time opportunity for forgiveness and healing. So she decided to take a chance. She wrote a letter, offered forgiveness, expressed her own sorrow for the hurt, and extended an opportunity to heal the past. It worked. Not all at once. Not without a lot more effort. But the door was opened and God did the rest. God always works when we open the door, even just a little. So think about the jubilee that is to come. What kind of year might it be for you? You might not have a story quite as dramatic but all of us need once in a long time opportunities for healing. All we need to do is open that door. You know the one I am talking about. The one over our hearts. Sincerely yours in Christ, Rev. Michael A. Vetrano, Pastor A Note from Religious Education Director : Jennifer Ferrantino We continue our Easter season and the joy of the Risen Lord is in our hearts! We are preparing for the sacraments. Please pray for your children and their families as they enter into receiving the grace of the sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Confirmation will be Thursday, May 14th, at 4:30 PM. Rehearsal will be Monday, May 11 at 7PM, please bring your sponsor. Remaining classes for the year: Sundays: April 19th, 26th Wednesdays: April 22nd, 29th Sacred Heart Youth Ministry Watch here for more events. For more information email: [email protected] Religious Education First Holy Communion will be Saturdays, May 2nd and May 9th at 11 AM. Rehearsal will take place the Friday before at 4 PM in church. Families please remember to bring your child’s banner to the rehearsal. Life Corner :: SHJM Respect Life Ministry The Faith that Does Justice RESOURCES FOR THOSE SEEKING AN ALTERNATIVE TO ABORTION: Rockville Centre Diocese, 516-678-5800, ext.626, www.drvc.org/ respectlife Priests for Life, 888-735-3448, www.priestsforlife.org Birthright, 631-728-8900, 800-550-4900 Healing post-abortion: Rachel's Vineyard, 877-467-3463, www.rachelsvineyard.org Did you know ... for every one child adoption in America, there are approximately thirty (30) couples waiting to adopt. Although exact estimates are difficult to determine, there are probably over one million couples waiting to adopt in the USA. The ratio of abortions-to-adoptions is about 12-to-1. There are many sources providing adoption services; for more information visit www.heartbeatinternational.org, or almost any pro-life website. Reflections On the Gospel from Pax Christi April 19, 2015 At Christmas, the Church gives us the slaughter of the innocents. At Easter, it reminds us of our sinfulness and Jesus’ suffering. Can’t we just celebrate without these sobering memories? But the message is clear: Suffering and Celebration are both intimate parts of life, even life in Christ. We may not like it, but that’s the way it is, and if God made it so, there must be a very good reason. Hard as it is, let us embrace the suffering so that the celebration is all the sweeter and our own ministries are all the more understanding and compassionate. Then, like Jesus, let’s always be ready for a good meal with friends. Grief: Coping with reminders after a loss :: Bereavement Group meets on Wednesdays at noon. Grief doesn’t magically end at a certain point after a loved one’s death. Reminders often bring back the pain of loss. Here’s help coping – and healing. To continue on the path toward healing, know what to expect – and how to cope with reminders of loss, our Bereavement Group meets on Wednesdays. Anyone interested please call the parish office at 283-0097 Ext 0. Our Series on Faith in the Modern World Continues The Pope and The Poor Exploring the Message And Ministry of Pope Francis In his words, and even more so in his ministry, Pope Francis challenged Christians in their service of the poor. We will explore our church’s understanding and teaching on poverty. From the words of Jesus to the Papal Encyclicals of our last 125 years we are a church challenged to care for the poor. We will examine how our community has understood this most difficult of all human realities. Medical Mission Support This summer the Raphael Mission Project will be traveling to Zambia to bring much needed medical and surgical assistance. Among those travelling will be parishioners Danuta Bennett, RN and Dr. Jim Brady, a plastic surgeon. They are holding a golf outing on May 18 at the Vineyards in Riverhead to help support the mission project. To find out more, make a contribution, or attend the outing visit their website. WWW.RAPHAELMINISTRIES.ORG Welcome to the Family! It was a wonderful weekend for baptisms. On Sunday, April 12, our parish family celebrated the Sacrament of Baptism for Mary Denise Pasumbal, child of Dennis and Maribel Pasumbal (picture at left) We also welcomed Owen Patrick McCulley, child of Terence McCulley and Esperanza Leon. And on Monday, April 13, we celebrated the baptism of Camilla Diana Burriesci, child of Francesco & Elisa Burriesci. Her Godmother was Natalia Vasquez, who was baptized herself at the Easter Vigil mass. Happening in our Parish With Fr. Mike Vetrano on Monday, April 20th, at 7 PM in our church. In Memory Rose M. Spinna We mourn the passing of Rose Spinna on April 10, 2015. A prayer service was held at the O’Connell Funeral Home on Monday, April 13th, officiated by Rev. Michael Vetrano. Burial followed at Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary Cemetery. Our condolences go out to her husband, Robert, son, Robert, Jr., her daughters, Rosemarie C. Kirchner and Christine S. Keenan; daughter-in-law, Emily C. Spinna; sons-in-law, Albert Kirchner and Michael Keenan; and her 11 grandchildren, family & friends. Altar Servers Needed! Faith & Ministries We are looking for more young people to become Altar Servers. If your child is in grades 3-8 and would like to become an altar server please contact Mary Adamczyk at 283-4991. Ministries in Need of Your Help: Lectors, Ushers, Eucharistic Ministers Just about every one of our masses can use additional Lectors, Ushers, and Eucharistic Ministers. I would especially love to see some of the youngest members of our parish be of service in this way. Our 5 PM mass on Sunday needs the most support right now. We are often very short of all three ministries at this mass. If you are interested please contact Fr. Mike: [email protected]. Training will take place on April 25th, from 9 AM—1 PM at McGann-Mercy High School in Riverhead. Adult Faith Opportunities for Prayer & Study Bible Study :: meets every Tuesday at 1 PM in the upper meeting room of the Parish Center. New members are always welcome! Spiritual Book Group :: meeting every Tuesday at 1 PM in the dining room of the Parish Center. New members are always welcome! Secular Franciscans :: on the second Sunday of the month after the 11 AM Mass in the dining room of the Parish Center. Would you like to know more about us? Please come to our meeting. Bring a bag lunch and we will supply the coffee. Resurrection Prayer Group meets on Thursdays at 7 PM in the Parish Center. Come share your healing gifts with us. All are welcome. We pray for the sick of our Parish and Community Winnie Chin John Bishop Robert O’Shea Suzanne Parillo Gwendolyn Porter Eileen Finlay Roger Williams Daniel Sheerin Stan Witkowski Anne O’Brien Robert Melter J T Welker Marcelle Enne Peg Jordan Paul Beatty, Sr. Philip Masi Patricia Kahl Dorothy Higgins Michael Kelley Christina Haag Susan Katz Drew Bodin Eileen Birnholz Perry DeLalio Macario Yat de Leon Dottie Brown Bobby & Caroline Parillo Mary Ann Tupper Patricia Jordan Anna Norsic Angel Tea Sunday, April 19, 2015 2:30 p.m. Sacred Hearts Church - Parish Hall $10 donation Presented by the Adult Faith Formation Think Warm Thoughts : The Tent Party is Coming! Be Part of the Plan Yes, we all need some warm thoughts. So start to think about the summer. The new date for our Tent Party is Saturday, August 29th We need committee members on every level to make this a success. Some opportunities are: Our Sponsorship Committee Food and Beverage Committees Tent and Property Committee Service and Decoration Committee Prize and Entertainment Committee Publicity Committee Ticket Sales and Reservation Committee If you are ready to help make this event a success please contact Fr. Mike by phone (283-0097) or e- mail ([email protected]) . Summer is on its Way! COMING SOON! SHJM’S SUPER RAFFLE On Memorial Day Weekend ticket sales will begin for Sacred Hearts Super Raffle. We will be selling up to 500 tickets so we won’t run out and you won’t be disappointed! Better yet, each participant will have a 1 in 50 chance of winning one of our 10 prizes! Tickets will be $100 and you can purchase them on you own or take a chance or chances with a group of friends to increase your chances of winning. Anyone wishing to join the committee in selling chances before and after Mass to please contact: Charlie Mottern—631283-3785. We especially need some volunteers for the 5 PM Masses on Saturday and Sunday. Upcoming Events at the Basilica Tea, Sandwiches, Raffles, 50/50 Fun with Sr. Pat Duffy, OP Our Lady of the Hamptons Early reservations for the Ladies Luncheon and Chinese Auction to benefit Our Lady of the Hamptons Regional Catholic School are being accepted now. The gala event will be held at the Muses in Southampton on Sunday afternoon, May 17th. Please call the school at 283-9140 for further details. Pre-school is an important step in the over-all education of young children. Registration for the September 2015 year at the OLH pre-school at St. Rosalie’s Regional School Parish Center in Hampton Bays is now open. A fully licensed program for three- and four-year-olds in preparation for elementary school is available with extended hours. Call 283-9140 to arrange tours and interviews. Space is limited. Our Lady of the Hamptons, the East End’s premier Catholic school, chartered by the State of New York, accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools is also recipient of a Blue Ribbon for Excellence from the U.S. Department of Education. OLH serves parishes and communities extending from Quogue to Montauk. Information packets and registration materials are available at the school now, leading toward September 2015 enrollment in Kindergarten through five. There is limited space available in the Prep program (grades six through eight). We invite parishioners and friends to learn more about Our Lady of the Hamptons by visiting the website www.olh.org. Tours can be arranged at any time, by calling 2839140. It was just a year ago, last Easter, when I began to propose the In Nomine Domini Renewal. We began active fundraising in July and the response was overwhelming. By Thanksgiving, we had reached our goal in pledges and by the beginning of the year we had the needed funds on hand to begin our projects. I am so grateful for the support and wonderful generosity of our parishioners. I am sure you are anxious to see things happen. At that time, I was hoping that some of the more substantial projects might be completed by this summer, especially our new heating / airconditioning system. Unfortunately it looks like we will have one more warm summer ahead. The second bit of slowdown has been finding the right heating / air-conditioning solution. While it was possible to know how modern units could do what was not possible in the last renovation, getting the right design has taken some time. In addition to preserving the architecture of the church itself, we have also been looking for a method that will not disturb the foundations of the building or require too much outside equipment. There have been many conversations with contractors and engineers but we are finally on the right track and looking at installation next spring. Remember that the church will be without heat in the transition so that leaves fall and spring as the perfect times to do the work. The renovation of our pews can happen as the installation is completed. As soon as the asbestos abatement is complete, our new bell tower can be wired and installation should be complete by early this summer. I am thankful for all your support and if you would like to join those who are supporting In Nomine Domini it is not too late! In Nomine Domini Fund Preserving our Heritage Building our Future I would like to make my gift in ____ payments over □ One Year □ Two Years Name______________________________ Address: ___________________________ Telephone: _________________________ A check payable to Sacred Heart Church – In Nomine Domini is enclosed or please charge $__________ to MC Visa Amex Card Number______________________ Exp:______________ Signature__________________________ Security Code ______ Founders □ $100,000 □ $75,000 □ $50,000 In Nomine Domini Members □ $25,000 □ $15,000 □ $10,000 Stewards □ $5000 □ $2500 □ $1000 Supporters □ $500 □ $250 □ Other_____ IN NOMINE DOMINI There are two things which have slowed the projects down. First, it became clear that the removal of the existing system and preparation of the crawl space below the church would require an asbestos abatement. Asbestos was a common insulator on pipes in old steam systems like ours. It has not been a concern until now because it was limited to intact insulation and to areas of the church that were inaccessible. It took many consults to understand the best way and the most economical way to accomplish this. The understory of our church is a complex mix of old supports and new supports from the last renovation. But we were finally able to have a plan approved by New York State which is both feasible and economical. This work began on April 13th, and should be complete by April 25th. CATHOLIC MINISTRIES APPEAL 2015 Catholic Ministries Appeal “Christ teaches us always to look upon others with mercy and tenderness, especially those who suffer or are in need of our help.” -Pope Francis APlacetoCallHome Charles spent 17 years deployed at military bases throughout the world. Returning home after an incident involving nerve gas, he began struggling with debilitating bouts of anxiety and depression. His circumstances worsened and he couldn’t maintain a steady job. Charles moved in with his mother, but within a year she died and his childhood home went into foreclosure. Catholic Charities’ Project Veterans’ Independence, which guides homeless veterans into permanent housing so they can live independently and have access to support networks that get them back on their feet, reached out and helped Charles. “I was out of the service, out of a family, out of a job and out of a home. Catholic Charities found me and helped me to not only find a place to live - but they helped me to turn my life around.” - Charles, honorably discharged US Veteran Please consider donating to the Appeal and making a difference in someone’s life. Thank you! -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Make checks payable to: Catholic Ministries Appeal Parish __________________________________ Pledge: Name ___________________________________ Down payment: $_______ $_______ Address__________________________________ City, State, Zip: _________________________________________________________ Phone: ________________________ Signature: _____________________________Date:________ La Obligación Pascual - Todos los católicos ya iniciados en la Sagrada Eucaristía tienen la obligación de recibir la Sagrada Comunión por lo menos una vez durante la temporada Pascual: Domingo de Pascua, 5 de abril, hasta Pentecostés, 24 de mayo. (En los Estados Unidos, la Obligación Pascual puede cumplirse hasta el domingo de la Santísima Trinidad, 31 de mayo). Se exhorta a los católicos a que reciban la Comunión con la frecuencia que les sea posible durante el año litúrgico, no solo durante la temporada pascual. Sin embargo, “Quien tiene conciencia de estar en pecado grave debe recibir el Sacramento de la Reconciliación antes de acercarse a comulgar.” (CCE, §1385) Jesús de entre los muertos. Un testigo vive los hechos y dice la verdad. Jesús explicó la ley, los profetas y los salmos. Es necesario predicar la verdad a todas las naciones hoy mismo, para que los que se arrepientan sean perdonados. A algunos es fácil creerles, a otros no. La credibilidad se adquiere con la práctica. Hoy tú eres testigo del misterio pascual. ¿Cómo proclamas a Jesucristo? Practica y serás un testigo con credibilidad. Texto: Philip J. Sandstrom, S.T.D. © 2000, OCP. Derechos reservados. El estado de la humanidad resucitada de Cristo Jesús resucitado establece con sus discípulos relaciones directas mediante el tacto y el compartir la comida. Les invita así a reconocer que él no es un espíritu, pero sobre todo a que comprueben que el cuerpo resucitado con el que se presenta ante ellos es el mismo que ha sido martirizado y crucificado, ya que sigue llevando las huellas de su pasión. Este cuerpo auténtico y real posee sin embargo al mismo tiempo, las propiedades nuevas de un cuerpo glorioso: no está situado en el espacio ni en el tiempo, pero puede hacerse presente a su voluntad donde quiere y cuando quiere porque su humanidad ya no puede ser retenida en la tierra y no pertenece ya más que al dominio divino del Padre. Por esta razón también Jesús resucitado es soberanamente libre de aparecer como quiere: bajo la apariencia de un jardinero o "bajo otra figura" distinta de la que les era familiar a los discípulos, y eso para suscitar su fe” (CCE, §645) Taller de Ministerios - Habrá un taller para los ministros de la liturgia el sábado, 25 de abril, de las 9:00 AM a la 1:00 PM en Mercy-McGann High School, 1225 Ostrander Ave., en Riverhead. Si usted quiere ser lector, ministro de la Comunión o ministro de la hospitalidad, hable con Padre Marvin. Él tiene que inscribirle en el taller para que puedan asistir. Rincón de Información Curso Pre-Bautismal Domingo, 26 de abril, a la 1:30 PM en el Apostolado o las 5 PM en la iglesia en East Hampton. Favor de llevar la copia del acta de nacimiento del niño. Bautizos en Southampton serán el 3 de mayo, el 7 de junio y el 5 de julio. El Asesor de Inmigración de Caridades Católicas En el Apostolado el 23 de abril, de las 2 a las 5 PM. Comunidad de Oración para Adultos y Familias Los martes a las 7:30 PM en la el salón parroquial. El tercer martes de cada mes se reúne en la iglesia para la hora santa. Divina Misericordia - Misa en la Basílica el cuarto miércoles de cada mes a las 8:00 PM. Preparación Pre Matrimonial – Para casarse por la iglesia, haga una cita para una entrevista con el P. Marvin o el P. Esteban. El curso pre-matrimonial se da por seis domingos, de las 9 AM al mediodía comenzando el primer domingo de junio, oct. o feb. Requisitos para el Bautismo de un Niño Curso: Para bautizar a su hijo, es necesario que los padres y padrinos asistan al curso pre-bautismal. Padrinos: Debe escoger a los padrinos conscientes de los requisitos. Los padrinos tienen que ser católicos bautizados, confirmados y que han hecho su Primera Comunión y deben poder comulgar. El padrino (madrina) debe ser un(a) soltero(a) o debe ser casado por la iglesia. Permisos: Si viven afuera de la zona servida por el Apostolado Hispano, necesitan una carta de su párroco dándonos permiso para bautizar su hijo. Padre Esteban: Cel: 631-375-1001; Fax: 631-287-0986 Horas del Apostolado: Miércoles, Jueves y Viernes - 2-4 PM APOSTOLADO HISPANO Seguro de Salud para Niños - La representante de Fidelis Care, Konny Tapias, estará en el Apostolado Hispano los miércoles de las 10 AM hasta la 1:00 PM, para ayudar con III Domingo de Pascua, Año B. Ilustración © 1997 S. Erspamer. Printed from www.Liturgy.com La Verdad –Somos testigos de que Dios resucitó a seguro de salud para los niños Kid’s Page Third Sunday of Easter April 19, 2015
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