The Church of St. Bernard 51 Prospect Street

White Plains, NY 10606www.stbernardswp.com

June 30, 2019

Rectory914-949-2111

Rev. Robert J. MorrisPastorDirector of Religious EducationExecutive Director of The Little Disciple Learning Center

Weekend Associates:Rev. Ernie Lukaschek M.MRev. Michael McFarland, S.JRev. Msgr. Peter C. O’DonnellVeronica Cuahuey Rectory Office Manager

Virna Verastegui Coordinator of Religious Education

The Little Disciple Learning Center914-428-4727

Jennifer FriasDirector of The Little Disciple Learning Center

Sunday Masses/Misas del Domingo Saturday/Sábado 5:30pmSunday/Domingo9:00 am10:30 am12:00 pm (Spanish/Español)

Confessions:Saturday/Sábado4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

The Little Disciple Learning Center Graduation

Invest just five minutes a day, and you faith will deepen and grow - a day at a time,

Sunday, Jun 30, 2019THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMEHow free do you dare to be?

You’re only as free as your nearest master. That might be a person who exerts authority over you. It could also be an addiction that governs your decisions or a personal “Prime Directive” that shapes your choices. Not all forces that hold sway over us are negative. We may choose to be governed by moral principles, or to follow the recommendations of our doctors or the commandments of the Bible. The higher our governing authority, the more freedom we’ll experience. If the only power we answer to is ourselves, we may be in for a rough ride.

TODAY'S READINGS: 1 Kings 19:16b, 19-21; Galatians 5:1, 13-18; Luke 9:51-62 (99). “For freedom Christ set us free . . . do not submit again to the yoke of slavery.”

Monday, Jul 01, 2019MEMORIAL OF JUNÍPERO SERRA, PRIESTFaithful to the journey The Franciscan friar Junípero Serra did not become a missionary until he was 56, after years of teaching philosophy in Spain. In 18th-century colonial California, Serra set up missions a day’s journey apart, or however far he could walk on his bad leg, in which an insect bite had caused a chronic infection. Eventually he established nine missions, among them San Luis Obispo and San Juan Capistrano. At one point he made his way to Mexico City and back to plead the Native Americans’ case with the Spanish authorities. Pope Francis canonized him on September 23, 2015 at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. It’s never too late to renew your path in life as a Christian. Look at each day as a daily pilgrimage, one you can get through even if you have to limp. How far can you get today?

TODAY'S READINGS: Genesis 18:16-33; Matthew 8:18-22 (377). “Teacher, I will follow you wherever you go.”

Tuesday, Jul 02, 2019A calm port in a storm The world has seen its share of disasters, both natural and of human origin: earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, oil spills, and wars, to name a few. People also experience their own personal catastrophes: illnesses, deaths, losses of jobs and homes, the crumbling of families and relationships. Such events can give us some perspective on biblical stories like the oneabout the sleeping Jesus and his scared-to-death disciples on a storm-tossed boat. It can be hard to trust God—or anyone for that matter—when events threaten to overcome us. It is at those times, though, that trust is most needed. Take some biblical advice. Jesus “rebuked the winds and the sea, and there was great calm.” In the face of calamity, the voice of God is not in the sound and fury but in the stillness of your heart.

TODAY'S READINGS: Genesis 19:15-29; Matthew 8:23-27 (378). “Why are you terrified, O you of little faith?”

Wednesday, Jul 03, 2019FEAST OF THOMAS, APOSTLEHave your doubts How we need Saint Thomas now. He, more than anyone, could understand our swishy tango between doubt and faith. When so many institutions—governmental, religious, financial—behave abysmally, doubt seems the only appropriate response. How can intelligent people trust those who only seem to act out of greed and hypocrisy? For Thomas, as for us, doubt is the portal to truth. The ultimate pragmatist boldly demands, “my hands in his side”—and gets what he asks for. Jesus doesn’t criticize; instead he responds vulnerably, tenderly. So forget the rigid certainties; try doubt.

TODAY'S READINGS: Ephesians 2:19-22; John 20:24-29 (593). “You are citizens with the saints and . . . members of God’s household.”

Thursday, Jul 04, 2019MASS FOR INDEPENDENCE DAYFreely believe The Catechism of the Catholic Church devotes several pages to the topic of freedom, a concept Americans hold dear and celebrate today. Catholics embrace freedom as essential to the dignity of each human being, but not the idea of a “free for all”—rather, the common good holds weight. The best use of freedom is when, through our close connection to God, we freely choose goodness and righteousness. However you celebrate Independence Day, take a moment to consider your own freedom and how you exercise it.

TODAY'S READINGS: Genesis 22:1b-19; Matthew 9:1-8 (380). “When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, ‘Courage, child, your sins are forgiven.’ "

Friday, Jul 05, 2019MEMORIAL OF ANTHONY ZACCARIA, PRIEST Go about doing good Much of Jesus’ ministry was made up of teaching, proclaiming the kingdom of God, and healing. He sent the disciples out to do the same. Anthony Zaccaria (1502-39), a doctor, followed this call. He founded a religious order and served the poor and sick. As disciples of Jesus today, we take up similar work: showing others our faith in the gospel, the Good News of Christ, by looking for opportunities to be a healing presence in the world around us.

TODAY'S READINGS: Genesis 23:1-4, 19; 24:1-8, 62-67; Matthew 9:9-13 (381). "Why does your teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?"

Saturday, Jul 06, 2019MEMORIAL OF MARIA GORETTI, VIRGIN, MARTYR With God’s grace, reconciliation is always possible One of the marks of sanctity is that it inspires radical change in the lives of those who encounter it. Such was the case with Maria Goretti, murdered in 1902 by a would-be rapist when she was only 11 years old. She forgave her killer, Alessandro Serenelli, on her deathbed. Serenelli, however, was unrepentant until he had a dream in which Maria gave him lilies that immediately burned his hands. After his release from prison decades later, Serenelli visited Maria’s mother and begged her forgiveness. They attended Mass together the next day, receiving Communion side by side. On June 24, 1950 the repentant Serenelli was present for Goretti’s canonization. Change someone’s life today through forgiveness.

TODAY'S READINGS: Genesis 27:1-5, 15-29; Matthew 9:14-17 (382). “Jesus answered them, ‘Can the wedding guests mourn as long as the bridegroom is with them?’ ”

Renew + Rebuild Total Amount Pledged: $700,960 Total Amount in payments: $220,606 We hope that all of our parishioners will make every effort to complete their pledges so that we are able to accomplish our parish projects. Thank you very much.

Upcoming Parish Meetings • Lord of the Miracles, today, Sunday, June 30th

at 1:30 pm in the Community Room. • Virgin of Guadalupe, Monday, July 1st at

8:00pm in the Cafeteria. • Divine Mercy, Sunday, July 7th at 1:30pm in the

Main Church.• Divine Infant Jesus, Sunday, July 7th at 1:30pm

in the Guadalupe Room. Catholic Charities Catholic Charities helps immigrants reunite legally w i th the i r fami l i es , obta in p roper work authorization, learn English and civics, and prepare to pass citizenship exams. Catholic Charities also assists immigrants in avoiding exploitation by unscrupulous practitioners by providing correct information and realistic counsel about immigration status. They also support a vast network of soup kitchens in NYC and food pantries in NYC, emergency shelters, temporary and transitional housing and permanent affordable housing to help homeless families and individuals. For more information or to receive help call 1-800-744-7900 or 1-800-566-7636.

Save the Date 2019 St. Bernard’s Carnival This year our Parish Carnival is scheduled to run from Wednesday, August 14th through Saturday, August 17th from 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm.

Online Support Group for Individual & Families affected by Divorce/Separation For anyone struggling due to a divorce/separation in their family, there is a free on-line “Webinar-like” support/sharing group. Sponsored by the St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation for freedom, family and Faith, this group meets every first Tuesday from 8-9pm and is on going. Prayer, reflection, guidance by Church teachings, and attended by a Mercedarian friar from the Order of Mercy and the Organization’s Director, the group allows for listening and [optional] sharing guided by an experienced facilitator. To learn more visit www.nonnatus.org or to get in contact with the director of the foundation call 215-870-9913.

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Friday, July 5th is the First Friday of the Month. Please join the community at 7:00pm for an hour of Prayer with Christ during the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament the Benediction.

Did you know? Did you know that the businesses who advertise in the back page of our weekly bulletin help to pay the publishing cost?

If you have a business in the area that could benefit from advertising on the back

page of our bulletin please consider it. Each weekend over a thousand people attend Mass at St Bernard Church, most of whom live and shop in the area. It’s an easy way to reach local families with information about your business. Maybe your business has been blessed by the support of this community. If you would like to advertise as a sponsor on the back of our bulletin please call 1-800 524-0263.

Christopher Merenda, the son of Mary and John Merenda was ordained to the permanent diaconate by Cardinal Timothy Dolan at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on Saturday, June 15, 2019. Chris will serve as a deacon at St. Columba, Hopewell Junction, Where he and his wife are parishioners. Congratulations to Chris, his family and friends and the parish community of St. Columba in this joyful and blessed occasion.

Junior High School Youth Group On Friday, July 5th the Junior High School Youth Group will meet for a Spiritual conference at 6:30pm in the Recreation Room. All Junior High School students are welcome to join!

Renovar & Reconstruir Cantidad total prometida: $700,960 Monto total de pagos: $220,606 Esperamos que todos nuestros feligreses hagan todos los esfuerzos posibles para completar sus promesas para que podamos llevar a cabo nuestros proyectos parroquiales. Muchas gracias.

Próximas Reuniones • Señor de los Milagros, hoy, domingo, 30 de junio a la

1:30 pm en el Salón de la Comunidad. • Virgen de Guadalupe, lunes, 1 de julio a las 8:00 pm

en la Cafeteria. • Divina Misericordia, domingo, 7 de julio a la 1:30 pm

en la Iglesia. • Divino Niño Jesus, domingo, 7 de julio a la 1:30pm

en el Salón de Guadalupe.

Caridades Católicas Caridades Católicas ayuda a los inmigrantes a reunirse legalmente con sus familias, obtener una autorización de trabajo adecuada, aprender inglés y educación cívica y prepararse para aprobar exámenes de ciudadanía. Caridades Católicas también ayuda a los inmigrantes a evitar la explotación por parte de practicantes sin escrúpulos proporcionando información correcta y consejos realistas sobre el estado de inmigración. También brindan apoyo a una amplia red de comedores populares en Nueva York y despensas de alimentos en Nueva York, refugios de emergencia, viviendas temporales y de transición y viviendas asequibles permanentes para ayudar a familias e individuos sin hogar. Para obtener más información o para recibir ayuda, l lame al 1-800-744-7900 o 1-800-566-7636.

Grupo de apoyo en línea para individuos y familias afectadas por divorcio/separación Para cualquier persona que esté luchando debido a un divorcio / separación en su familia, hay un grupo de apoyo / intercambio "en línea" similar a un seminario web. Patrocinado por la Fundación San Raymond Nonnatus para la libertad, la familia y la fe, este grupo se reúne cada primer martes de 8 a 9 pm y sigue en marcha. La oración, la reflexión, la guía de las enseñanzas de la Iglesia y la asistencia de un fraile mercedario de la Orden de la Misericordia y el Director de la Organización, permiten escuchar y compartir [opcional] guiados por un faci l i tador experimentado. Para obtener más información, visite www.nonnatus.org o para ponerse en contacto con el director de la fundación, llame al 215-870-9913.

Christopher Merenda, el hijo de Mary y John Merenda fue ordenado al diaconado permanente por el Cardenal Timothy Dolan en la Catedral de St. Patricio el sábado 15 de junio de 2019. Chris servirá como diácono en San Columba, Hopewell Junction, donde él y su esposa son feligreses. Felicitaciones a Chris, a su familia y amigos y a la comunidad parroquial de San Columba en esta ocasión alegre y bendecida.

Sabias? ¿Sabías que las empresas que anuncian en la última página de nuestro boletín semanal ayudan a pagar el costo de publicación? Si tiene un negocio en el área que podría beneficiarse de la publicidad en la última página de nuestro boletín, considérelo. Cada fin de semana, más de mil personas asisten a misa en la iglesia de San Bernardo, la mayoría de los cuales viven y compran en el área. Es una manera fácil de llegar a las familias locales con información sobre su negocio. Tal vez su negocio ha sido bendecido con el apoyo de esta comunidad. Si desea anunciarse como patrocinador en la parte posterior de nuestro boletín, llame al 1-800 524-0263.

Exposición del Santísimo Sacramento Viernes, 5 de julio es el primer viernes del mes. Por favor únase a la comunidad a las 7:00 pm por una hora de oración con Cristo durante la Exposición del Santísimo Sacramento la Bendición.

Reserva la Fecha Carnaval de San Bernardo 2019 Este año, nuestro Carnaval Parroquial está programado para ejecutarse del miércoles 14 de agosto al sábado 17 de agosto de 6:00 p.m. a 11:00 p.m.

Grupo de Jóvenes de la Escuela Intermedia El viernes, 5 de julio, el Grupo de Jóvenes de la Escuela Intermedia se reunirá para una conferencia espiritual a las 6:30 pm en el Salón de Recreación. ¡Todos los estudiantes de secundaria son bienvenidos a unirse!

Saturday, June 29, 2019

5:30 Terence Gaven Sunday, June 30, 2019

9:00 Maria Valeri Ramoz 10:30 Brijida Villafran Torres12:00 For the people Monday, July 1, 2019

9:00 Communion Service Tuesday, July 2, 2019

9:00 Communion ServiceWednesday, July 3, 2019

9:00 Communion Service

Thursday, July 4, 2019

9:00 Communion Service

Friday, July 5, 2019

9:00 Communion Service

Saturday, July 6, 2019

5:30 Manuel Muñoz & Victoria López Sunday, July 7, 2019

9:00 Chelsea DeCaminada10:30 Brijida Villafran Torres 12:00 Carlos Arturo Monroy

Mass Intentions for the Week Last Sunday’s Collection: First Collection 6/23/19: $3,543 Second Collection 6/23/19: $1,115

Today’s Second Collection is for Utilities. Next week’s Second Collection wil l be for Air conditioning. Thank you for your generous support to our parish.La Segunda Colecta de hoy será para las Utilidades. La Segunda Colecta de la próxima semana será para el Aire Acondicionado. Gracias por sus generosas contribuciones a nuestra parroquia.

Reserving Announced Masses To request a Mass be offered for a loved one, living or deceased, please contact the Rectory 914-949-2111. Mass offering is $15.

Reservando Misas Anunciadas Para solicitar una Misa para un ser querido, vivo o fallecido, por favor comuníquese con la Rectoría al 914-949-2111. El ofrecimiento para la misa es $15.

Hymns in Spanish - Cánticos en Español Entrada #626 Felicidad Ofertorio #466 Todos los que han sido bautizados Comunión #667 El ViñadorSalida #691 Le conocéis?

Prayer for the Sick / Oración para los EnfermosPlease remember in your prayers those who are ill and those who serve them. Recemos for todas las personas de nuestra parroquia que se encuentran enfermas. Thomas Barrett William FargelliJerrie Duffy Richard FinnVirginia Hagen Jennie MagnottaVicky Rebatta Larry O’Neil

Goal/Meta: $37,000

Pledge to Date/Promesa hasta la fecha: $16,848

Number of Gifts/Número de Regalos: 105

Average Gift/Promedio de Regalo: $160.46

MAKE AN ONLINE GIFT TODAY! ¡HAGA UN REGALO EN LÍNEA HOY!

www.cardinalsappeal.org

El Centro Hispano, Inc. 346 South Lexington Avenue Isabel Elsa Villar Boulevard

White Plains, NY 10606 914-289-0500 t 914-289-0550 f

elcentrohispano1@gmail.com www.elcentrohispano.org

BOCES will be offering a new cycle of English classes and G.E.D/TASC Prep in Spanish for the

summer. For more information, please call El Centro Hispano 914-289-0500.

Spaces are limited!

BOCES estará ofreciendo nuevamente clases de inglés y de preparación para G.E.D/TASC en español para el verano. Para más información,

llame al Centro Hispano 914-289-0500.

¡Los cupos son limitados!

El Centro Hispano will be offering its Summer Reading Program for second and third graders from July 1 to August 22. Location: Post Road Elementary School

Time: Second Graders - Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm Third Graders - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm Registration is now open. If you are interested in registering your child, please stop by El Centro Hispano or give us a call at 914-289-0500. SPACE IS LIMITED!

El Centro Hispano estará ofreciendo el programa de lectura para los estudiantes de segundo y tercer grado del 1 de julio al 22 de agosto. Lugar: Post Road Elementary School

Horario: Segundo Grado - Lunes y miércoles de 4:30 pm a 6:30 pm Tercer Grado - Martes y jueves de 4:30 pm a 6:30 pm.

Las registraciones ya están abiertas. Si está interesado en registrar a su niño/a, por favor pase por el Centro Hispano, o llámenos al 914-289-0500. ¡QUEDAN POCAS PLAZAS!