The Parish of Saints Cyril & Methodius 125 Half Hollow Road, Deer Park NY 11729

631-667-4044 pastor@cmdeerpark.org Website: www.sscyrilandmethodius.org

Parish Office Hours

Monday through Thursday:

9:00 am to 5:00 pm and

7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Friday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Saturday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Parish Center Offices Closed Sunday

Baptism: Saturday at 12:30 pm and Sunday at 2:00 pm. Contact

the Parish Center to arrange for an interview and to register for the

required preparation class.

Confession: Saturday 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm, and after the 12:15 pm

Mass M—F, and by appointment.

Marriage: Arrangements should be made at least six months in

advance and prior to wedding reception plans. Phone the Parish

Center for an appointment with the priest or deacon you wish to

officiate at your wedding.

Pastoral Care of the Sick: Holy Communion will be ministered

by appointment to those confined to home. Contact the Parish

Center to schedule a visit by a Eucharistic Minister. Those who

are dangerously ill should request a priest for the Sacrament of the

Anointing of the Sick. The Anointing of the Sick each Saturday

morning at the 8:30 am Mass. In an emergency phone the Parish

Center.

Schedule of Masses

Saturday Vigil 5:00 pm

Sunday 8:00 am, 9:30 am (Family Mass),

11:00 am (Choir), 12:30 pm,

4:00 pm (Vietnamese Mass) & 6:00 pm

Weekday

Monday - Friday 7:00 am, 8:30 am, 12:15 pm

Saturday morning: 8:30 am

Holy Day Schedule Eve of Holy Day, 5:00 pm

Holy Day, 7:00 am, 8:30 am

12:15 pm and 7:30 pm

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Pastor

Rev. Msgr. Robert J. Clerkin, Ext. 121

Pastor Emeritus

Rev. Msgr. Francis X. Gaeta (Retired)

Parochial Vicars

Rev. Moise Aimee, Ext. 120

Rev. Charles N. Srion Ext. 165

Rev. Caetano F. Costa, Ext. 168 (Retired)

Rev. Francis D. Sang, Ext. 170 (Retired)

Deacons

Deacon John F. Fitzpatrick, Ext. 124

Deacon Charles F. Huber, Ext. 125 (Retired)

Deacon James A. Murano, Ext. 127

Deacon William Sperl, Ext. 112

Pastoral Associates

Ms. Amora Laucella, 667-4044 Ext 145

Director of Religious Education

Ms. Georgette Fromigia, 667-4044 Ext 105

Director of Parish Social Ministry

Mr. Timothy Leitch, 667-4044 Ext. 154

Youth Minister

Deacon Philip A. Mills, Jr. 667-4044 Ext. 110

Business & Facilities Manager

Deacon James A. Murano, 667-4044 Ext. 127

Director of Liturgical Music

Sister Susan Snyder, CSJ, 667-4044 Ext 133

School Principal

Parish Support Staff

Mrs. Elizabeth L. Hughes, 667-4044 Ext. 111

Bookkeeper

Mrs. Joan Ann Loring, 667-4044 Ext. 122

Parish Secretary / Bulletin Editor

Mrs. Marianne Saffran, 667-4044 Ext. 115

Baptism Coordinator/Sacramental Recorder

Calendar Coordinator

Parish Center 667-4044 Ext. 0

Parish Center Fax 667-6237

Parochial School 667-4044 Ext. 131

www.sscmweb.org

Religious Education 667-4044 Ext. 147

Outreach 667-4044 Ext. 106

Outreach Fax 392-1070

Music and Liturgy 667-4044, 667-4044 Ext 127

St. Vincent de Paul 667-4044 Ext.175

sscmstvincentdepaul@gmail.com

Youth Ministry 667-4044, 667-4044 Ext. 154

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ:

The Gospel’s mandate and the unwaver-

ing emphasis of Pope Francis’ Year of Mercy is

that our love for God must be a reflection of

our love for one another, especially the weak

and vulnerable among us. Our Diocese’s an-

nual Catholic Ministries Appeal is a daily re-

sponse to that call and enables us to increase

our outreach to those most in need.

As the last few months of the 2016 Ap-

peal and Pope Francis’ Year of Mercy are upon

us, I am writing to ask that if you have not al-

ready done so, you would consider making a

donation to the 2016 Catholic Ministries Ap-

peal. You would be joining with me, with your

Pastor and with many of your neighbors, to

help bring God’s love and mercy to His people.

There are so many of our neighbors in

need of our help; your support will help us to

answer those calls.

Again, please join with us. I assure you

that as One Faith, Family and Community we

will make a lasting difference in the lives of

our brothers and sisters on Long Island.

With my prayers and gratitude, I am

Sincerely yours in Christ,

Bishop of Rockville Centre

Saints Cyril and Methodius Parish Deer Park, New York

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Frances Mercurio

Jason L. Lage

John L. Ruffino Sr.

MEMORIALS

October 16 through October 22

BREAD AND WINE ~ Available

ALTAR CANDLES ~ Happy 1st Birthday in Heaven, John

Guzzardi. With loving thoughts, Rosina Flynn and Mary

Bumbaca

CANDLES AT THE BLESSED MOTHER’S SHRINE ~

Happy 93rd Birthday, Jerry Hendel. Love Peggy and Patty.

ALTAR FLOWERS ~ Available

The Offering for Altar Candles and Candles at Our Lady’s Shrine

$25; Bread & Wine $50, Altar Flowers $50 per Vase $100 for both.

Mass Intentions

Monday, October 17

7:00 AM ~ Special Intention

8:30 AM ~ Richard R. Duhrke

12:15 PM ~ Louis and Fanny Salegna

Tuesday, October 18

7:00 AM ~ Angelo Licitra

8:30 AM ~ Robert Malerba

12:15 PM ~ Paul Hornik

Wednesday, October 19

7:00 AM ~ Joseph Montemurro

8:30 AM ~ David Navarro

12:15 PM ~ Louis Compitello

Thursday, October 20

7:00 AM ~ Thomas J. Kane Sr. & John P. Quinn

8:30 AM ~ Divine Mercy Thanksgiving

12:15 PM ~ Fanny Salegna

Friday, October 21

7:00 AM ~ Special Intention

8:30 AM ~ Matteo Compierchio

12:15 PM ~ Frank and Millie D’Amico

Saturday, October 22

8:30 AM ~ Purgatorial Society

5:00 PM ~ Frederick M. Lyon

Sunday, October 23

8:00 AM ~ For Our Parishioners

9:30 AM ~ John Vierling

11:00 AM ~Pasquale DeSarno, Gina Giuliano, Ann Traverso,

Dr. Dominador Santos, Francesco DeSarno,

Edoardo Magliaro

12:30 PM ~ Anne Vaughan

6:00 PM ~ Rose Bianco

PRAY FOR THE SICK

Baby T. J. Hicks Baby Giuseppe Jacavino, Jim Haggerty,

Catherine Rizzo, Anne Riggio, Rosemarie Dorsty, Lenny

Coyne, Karen (Clark) Hoey, Debra Vizzari, Jamie Bufalino,

Thomas Martin, Rose Guisti, David Verone, Joan Remson,

Rochelle Chawner, Rosemary Brtolik, Kenny Klem, Catherine

Suhovsky, Carmella Litterini, June Heitmuller, Jeanette

Anetrella, Marie Cherkes, June Quirino, Janet Tarsa, Barbara

Labianca, Peter A. DeStefano, Elsa Montas, Armondo Rio,

Joyce Koch, Helena Kureczka, Connie Wille, Megan

Bourgade, Thomas A. Grosso

Priest Celebrants For Next Weekend October 22— 23

Saturday, October 22

5:00 pm - Msgr. Clerkin

Sunday, October 23

8:00 am - Msgr. Clerkin

9:30 am - Fr. Srion

11:00 am - Fr. Costa

12:30 pm - Fr. Srion

6:00 pm - Fr. Aimee

BANNS OF MARRIAGE

Third Banns

Robby Miller —St. John of God, Central Islip

Meghan Kase —Ss. Cyril and Methodius

Daniel J. Burt —Ss. Cyril and Methodius

Laura Keith — Ss. Cyril and Methodius

First Banns

Justin Walsh —Ss. Cyril and Methodius

Alyssa Moore —Ss. Cyril and Methodius

NEWLY BAPTIZED

Congratulations to the parents and

families of the following children

who were recently baptized

Leo Daniel Cestaro

Drew William Kerringer

Chase Michael Zwillick

2017 Mass Intention Book Is Now Open!

The Parish 2017 Mass Book is now open. Throughout the

month of August and into the rest of the year the Mass Book

will receive your intentions as usual, during regular office

hours at the Parish Center.

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Sister Susan Snyder, Principal Msgr. R.obert J. Clerkin, Pastor

Our School Spirit is the Holy Spirit – Catch It! Nursery – Grade 8 Catholic School

Academic excellence in a faith-filled environment

The SSCM Cross Country team hit the ground running even before the

school year got rolling! With Coach Amber Sanchez at the helm, the

team began meeting up in August to start training and learning the ins

and outs of what it takes to challenge themselves in the coming weeks

during the Cross Country season. Coach Sanchez is a triathlete, a group

fitness instructor and the mother of three boys at Saints Cyril and Metho-

dius and she has been volunteer coaching SSCM’s Cross Country team

for three years now.

The Catholic Middle School Athletic Association (CMSAA) provides a

structure for interscholastic athletic competition among middle schools

in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, offering a variety of sports each sea-

son, ranging from Baseball, Softball, Basketball and Soccer to Volley-

ball, Lacrosse, Bowling, and Cross Country.

105 Half Hollow Road, Deer Park, NY 11729 (631) 667-4044 Monday – Friday 7am – 4pm Ask for Mrs. Sabbatino

Email: Admissions@sscmweb.org Or visit our website at: www.sscmweb.org

We welcome you to come visit SSCM and see what we’re all about!

Saints Cyril & Methodius School – Spotlight on SSCM Sports

SSCM Cross Country Team Hits the Ground Running!

OUR SCHOOL SPIRIT IS THE HOLY SPIRIT – CATCH IT!

In Cross Country running, teams and individuals run a race on open-

air courses over natural terrain. The courses vary in length, may in-

clude surfaces of grass and earth, pass through woodland, open coun-

try, and include hills, flat ground and sometimes gravel road. The

benefits of Cross Country are both mental and physical. Cross Coun-

try training builds versatility and stamina, with experience running

over a wide range of speeds and terrains.

Saints Cyril and Methodius has participated in CMSAA programs for

over seven years and this year’s Cross Country Team includes 16

middle school boys and girls, whose meets take them to a diverse

range of Long Island terrains and parks, such as Belmont Lake State

Park, Sunken Meadow, and Heckscher Park, to name a few. At the

heart of the CMSAA’s Mission Statement is their role in helping

develop well-rounded athletes, so the program’s coaches seek to pro-

mote physical endurance and good sportsmanship, while fostering

teamwork and Catholic values in all of their players.

For more information on SSCM, visit www.sscmweb.org or call

1.631.667.4044, ext 131. To learn more about the CMSAA pro-

grams, visit www.leaguelineup.com/cmsaa/.

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Today’s theme is perseverance - Moses keeping his hands upraised throughout the battle, Paul urging Timothy to stay with the task of preaching and teaching, and the widow ap-pealing to the corrupt judge. To be faithful stewards of God’s gifts, we must persevere in the roles to which we are called.

OUR STEWARDSHIP PLEDGE:

THREE HOURS TO THE LORD

●One hour in prayer each week

●One hour in service to others each week

●One hour’s wages financial support of

our parish family.

October 9, 2016 $17,949.00

Catholic Ministries Appeal 2016 Goal $143,000.

$125,729 Pledged 88% of Parish Goal

Thank you, and God Bless you, for your faithful

weekly Stewardship of our Parish Family and for your

support of the 2016 Catholic Ministries Appeal!

Make checks payable to: Catholic Ministries Appeal

Parish ___________________________________________ Pledge: $____________

Name ___________________________________________ Down payment: $____________

Address__________________________________________ City, State , Zip______________________________

Phone: ________________________ Signature: ________________________________Date:__________________

One Faith – One Family – One Community 2016 Catholic Ministries Appeal One Faith – One Family – One Community

It is only because of the generous support of tens of thousands of parishioners throughout the Dio-

cese that we are able to serve all of God’s people here on Long Island.

If you have already made your gift to the Catholic Ministries Appeal, please know how deeply grateful

we are for your generous support. If you have not yet made a gift, we prayerfully invite you to con-

sider doing so. As always, you have the option to make a pledge which would be payable over the

next few months.

Did you know that the Catholic Ministries Appeal makes it possible?

for us to join together as one Catholic family on Long Island to serve more than 600,000 people each year?

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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

CONFERENCE

In the Gospel today Jesus tells his disciples to pray always

without becoming weary, and indeed, our prayer must always

be an expression of our love for God, our family, our world,

and especially for those who are suffering. Please say a special

prayer for the poor, the sick and the lonely who have no one to

pray for them.

The next conference meeting will be held on

October 17, 2016, in the Senior Center at 7:15 p.m.

If you, or anyone you know is in need of assistance,

please contact us at 631-667-4044 ext. 175, or at

sscmstvincentdepaul@gmail.com.

Dear Friends of Outreach

We at outreach are thinking beyond Halloween and

preparing our pantry for Thanksgiving, one holiday

that’s a major endeavor for us. It presents a special challenge, because

we need to ask for more donations so that our families can enjoy, in

some measure, a meal with their loved ones that the rest of us take for

granted. Please remember the less fortunate this Thanksgiving, as you

always have, and help us supply them with any of the following;

A turkey Stuffing mix

Jarred gravy or powdered gravy mix Cranberry sauce

Canned yams or sweet potatoes Canned vegetables

Boxed mashed potatoes

Thank you to all who donate so generously. ‘WE need to be a church

that helps believers recognize Jesus in the breaking of the bread and

those without bread’’

FOOD PANTRY NEEDS

Coffee Boxed potatoes

Juice (large bottled) Peanut butter

Jelly Soup

Canned fruit Tea

Pasta meals in a can Rice

Mac n cheese Pasta

Beans Can Vegetables

Cookies Shampoo

Tuna Fish Bar soap

Napkins Tooth Paste

Tooth brushes Toilet Tissue

Paper towels Detergent

Food Store Gift Certificates are so important because they help us to

purchase meat and non perishable items.

Outreach is open Mon, Wed, and Friday from 10:00am to 3: pm for

intakes (BY APPOINTMENTS) and 1:00PM to 3: pm for Pantry.

We are also open the second Saturday of the month from

10:am to 12:noon for those that cannot come during the week.

Please pray for the homeless, the hungry and the poor.

God bless you, the Volunteers, and God Bless America.

Georgette Fromigia and the outreach volunteers

Worldwide Marriage Encounter Attention Married Couples! Fall in Love again!

with a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend

This might be just what you’re looking for!

It’s time to renew your relationship.

Rediscover your love and enhance your hopes and dreams!

WWME is the original and still the best!

Full weekend: November 4th to 6th

at The Montfort Spiritual Center, 26 South Saxon Avenue

Bay Shore, NY 11706

Space is limited. For more information about the weekends

or to apply call 1-877-697-9963 or visit our web site at

http://www.wwme.org

Men’s Spirituality Group

Please join Deacon Charlie on

Thursday, October 27th at 7:30 pm

in the Parish Center Chapel

All men of the parish are invited to attend.

The Diocese of Rockville Centre

Golden Wedding Liturgy Honoring Couples Married Fifty Years or More

Sunday, November 6—Christ the King in Commack

The liturgy will begin at 2:30 p.m. Registration must be

received by the Office of Worship by Oct 21st for the Nov

6th liturgy. Registration forms are available at the Parish

Center. 631 667-4044, ext. #100

Rosary Altar Society Rosary Mass 11am Sunday,

November 6, 2016

Recitation of the Rosary at 10:30am

Meeting, November 7, 2016 at 8pm Will start in Church for the Solemn Reception

of New Members and Memorial Service

For our deceased sister Rosarians

Matthew: The King and His Kingdom Bible Study Class Back By Popular Demand

It's never too late to start!!! Jeff Cavin’s in depth study explores the life and

mission of Jesus as recorded in the Gospel. Matthew

demonstrates how the promises and prophecies of the

Old Testament are fulfilled in Christ, who establishes a New Law and

inaugurates the Kingdom of Heaven on earth. We will see Jesus as the

awaited Messiah who relives the life and struggles of Israel to become the

faithful and victorious King. (DVD series and group discussion)

Continuing every Thursdays, 6:30 pm, Senior Room—No class

fee Any questions please call 631.291.7020 or 631.681.6336

Holy Name Society Mass 8:00 a.m. Sunday, November 13, 2016

Meeting November14th at 7:30pm in the Senior Room

CYO REGISTRATION

FOR INTRAMURAL

Boys and Girls Grades 1 thru 12

Monday, October 24th thru Thursday, October 27

Monday, November 7 thru Thursday, November 10

from 7pm to 9pm in the Gym

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PRAY WITH THE HEART PRAYER GROUP

The Blessed Virgin Mary invites all her children to “Pray with

their Hearts” to her Son every Monday evening at 8:00 pm in

the Msgr. Rooney Parish Center Chapel.

This week will be Adoration of the Cross

SENIOR ADULT CLUB Attention Seniors: Next Business Meeting,

Social and Birthday Celebration will be

Tuesday, November 1st, 2016 at 2:30 pm.

Members must wear badges to monthly meeting and any other

functions in the school. Sign up for bus trips after the business

meeting. Deposits are required for future trips.

Exercise classes Weds & Fri. at 9:30am. Chair exercise Tues. at

9:45am. Tai-Chi Tues. & Wed. at 10:30am. Bowling Tues at

12:00pm. Art class Thurs. at 1:00pm. Card Games Fri. 12 noon.

Bingo Games on Monday at 1:00pm Line Dancing on Friday at

10:30am

Hoe Down Saturday 6-9pm

For information call Mary Indelicato, President 667-2998. Trip

information, call Connie Catalano 595-1490, Pat Lodico 586-6837.

CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP

“Jesus said to them, “I am the Bread of Life, whoever comes to

me will never be hungry and whoever believes in me will never

thirst.” John 6:35

Are you seeking a deeper walk with the Lord, or to enrich your

prayer life & have fellowship with others who love the Lord?

Join us as we pray & praise the Lord through Scripture & song

each Tuesday in the Pulice Senior Center from 7:30 to 9:30

P.M. All are invited to join in prayer or praise. At the end of

each meeting, there are prayer teams to pray over those who are

in need of prayer. Bring a Bible & a friend. For information

call Lucille 586-2438, or Charlie 667-4673.

Ss. Cyril & Methodius Gift Card Program

Birthdays, Anniversaries, Weddings,

Showers, even Groceries

This is an excellent way to support Ss. Cyril & Methodius.

Everyone needs groceries, so before you go to the

supermarket, come and buy your gift cards. You pay nothing

additional, and our Parish receives approximately 5%

Call ahead to make your purchase at the Parish Center,

and we will be happy to have your order ready.

We offer gift cards for these stores: Supermarkets Restaurants Pharmacies King Kullen Applebee’s CVS

Shop Rite Panera Bread Rite Aid

Stop & Shop Starbucks Walgreens

Dunkin Donuts

Ruby Tuesdays Texas Roadhouse

Others:

Barnes & Noble Lowes JC Penney’s

Macy’s Kohl’s Home Depot

Bed Bath & Beyond Tanger Outlets Walmart

Target Staples

Go to glscrip.com for a complete list of available gift cards.

More From Our New

Director of Religious Education

To my dear Family of the Eucharist,

This week, the children did not have class so that they could enjoy their Columbus Day with their families! Once again as a reminder, due to

class sizes being full and lessons being four weeks under way, REGISTRA-

TION IS NOW CLOSED. ONLY LEVEL 1 REGISTRATION FORMS

WILL BE ACCEPTED IN OCTOBER.

This past Sunday, we had the Blessing of the Animals in the breezeway! We had such a great turnout from everyone who braved the rain!

Everyone who came was given a special prayer card that had a Blessing of St.

Francis with a spot to write their pet’s name to keep in a special place in their home. It was wonderful to meet everyone's special friends!

The parents, students and Catechists all love our app! Information

about our program, parish news and upcoming events are sent out every day! If we get a certain percentage of people to download it as soon as possible, we

will be entered to be in the running of winning a grant for our program! Those

new people who register will also be entered in the running to win a Starbucks gift card! Tell your friends and spread the word! If parents, students and Cate-

chists still want to download it, please call me at (631) 667-4044 ext. 145 or

email me at DRE@cmdeerpark.org with any questions!

Have a great week!

Ms. Laucella Director of Religious Education and Family Faith Formation

For information on Youth Program activities please contact Tim Leitch at: Hm- 667-8043 Ofc-667-4044 X 154 Cell- 631-806-4715 Email- timleitch@aol.com.

Join us on Facebook sscmym@groups.facebook.com

http://www.facebook.com/groups/sscmym/

Youth Group Meets October 16th Youth Group will meet weekly in the gym area on Sunday evenings from 7-9 pm. ALL teens of the parish are strongly encouraged to attend AND

serve at the 6:00 pm Mass. Youth Group meetings will follow the 6 pm Mass.

Please join us Oct 16, 23, 30

OCTOBER 30th- Halloween Dinner and Open Gym for all 9th-12th graders and graduates. 7=9 p.m. Call Tim

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Rosary Altar Society

Recruitment Weekend Saturday, October 22 and

Sunday October 23 After all Masses in the Breezeway

Come see what we are all about

Our Lady of the Rosary Columbiettes

CHINESE AUCTION

Sunday, November 6, 2016 Ss. Cyril & Methodius

Father Behan Hall

Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Admission $10

For the benefit of

Good Shepherd Hospice, Ss. Cyril and Methodius

Outreach and Children of Hope

Buy your tickets early. Call Donna at (631) 667-0503.

We have great prizes, including gift certificates!

SAINT CYRIL AND METHODIUS

SMALL CHRISTIAN COMMUNITIES

Gathering once a week from

October 9 thru November 13, 2015 We once again invite you to come together with other St.

Cyril’s parishioners by joining one of our Small Christian

Communities. Groups of 8—10 meet in someone’s home once

a week for 6 weeks before Advent and 6 weeks during Lent.

We share our faith through the readings for the upcoming Sun-

day. If you have never taken the opportunity to be part of one

of these groups, please consider joining us. We welcome new

participants. If you have any questions or wish to join a

group, please call Pat Berberich at 631-669-3306.

Ss. Cyril & Methodius

Holiday Craft Fair/Flea Market

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2016

from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm

VENDORS NEEDED

To reserve a space or for more

information please contact Claire

Werner at (631) 940-4924 or e-mail

kcvstables@yahoo.com

Holy Name Society

Atlantic City Tropicana Trip

Saturday, December 3, 2016

Cost of the trip is $40.00

Casino Bonus: $15 Slot Play

Park in the South Parking Lot by White Castle by 7:45 am

8:00 am Bus leaves Ss. Cyril and Methodius

Bagels on Bus at 1st Rest Area

Reservations call Phil/Danny Hogan at 631-667-9148

SS. CYRIL & METHODIUS HOLY NAME SOCIETY

IS SPONSORING A

6 HOUR DEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSE

Saturday, November 12, 2016 in the Pulice Senior Room from 9:00 am-3:00 pm

COFFEE AND BAGEL BREAKFAST AT 8:30am

DONATED BY MANGANO FUNERAL HOME.

$35.00 PER PERSON

PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO

THE “HOLY NAME SOCIETY”

For information call Phil Hogan at 631-667-9148

Join The Rosary Altar Society

Fall Family Bingo Sunday, November 13th at 2 pm

in the Father Behan Hall

Proceeds to benefit SSCM Outreach

and St. Vincent De Paul Society $5.00 per person for 10 games/children under 3 are free

50/50 and raffles Please drop off in the Rosary mailbox in the Parish Center

or call Annemarie D’Attoma at 586-8551

Please bring your own food, only drinks and snacks

will be available for purchase

Name:________________________ Phone #___________

Address: ______________________Total Enclosed__________

Attendees: ___Adults ____Children ___Under 3

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The RCIA process will begin this Fall!

What is the RCIA?

The RCIA is a process by which non-Catholic adults, or Catholic adults who did not receive

all the Sacraments of Initiation, learn about the Catholic faith and gradually become full mem-

bers. Every year adults are welcomed into the Catholic Community through the RCIA.

Do you know someone who has not been baptized and is interested in becoming a member of

the Catholic Church?

Any adult who has not been baptized and would like to begin the journey in preparation for

the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, and First Eucharist), should call Deacon James

Murano at the Parish Center: 631-667-4044 x127.

This process is also for adults of other Christian faiths who have already been baptized.

Adult Catholics who never received First Eucharist and/or Confirmation:

If you are an adult Catholic who was baptized and for some reason never completed your Sacraments

of Initiation, you are invited into this process to help make that happen.

More volunteers are needed to be a part of our RCIA Team!

If you would like to help the candidates along their journey of faith during their time in this process,

please contact

Deacon James.

HOMELESS INITIATIVE Parishes and Churches in the Town of Babylon have been meeting over the past two (2)

years to discuss a Homeless Initiative during the cold winter months.

Two local parishes have agreed to house the homeless overnight one night a week be-

ginning in December.

We will be serving a hot meal at night and breakfast in the morning. Additionally, we

will be sending them off with a bag lunch. Many hands will make light work and we

can use some more.

If you are interested in helping out, please contact Jane McMahon at (516) 816-1930