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September 9, 2018 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Center Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
(9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in July & August)
631.271.4455 (phone) ÷ 631.271.1415 (fax)
website: www.stelizabeth.org email: [email protected]
Pastoral Team
Pastoral Council and Trustees
Support Staff
Trinity Regional School Miss Jean Morcone, Principal
631-261-5130
Council Jerry Asher Jennifer Ceonzo Marie Dybec Mark Haweny Linda Iadevaia
John Kozlowski Donald Mueller Fr. Irinel Racos Chris Sailon Meredith Szypot Trustees
David Klaum Kathleen McIntyre
Business Office Kim Mergl Ext. 303 [email protected]
Communications Elvira Luckstone Ext. 311 [email protected]
Reception Desk Connie Falen Mary Ann Kies Mary McNamara
Ext. 301 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Religious Education Jeanne Beirne Ext. 302 [email protected]
Father Irinel Racos - Pastor Ext. 313 [email protected]
Deacon John Failla - Pastoral Associate Ext. 316 [email protected]
Deacon Joseph Mercolino (retired) [email protected]
Virgil Barkauskas - Director, Music Ext. 307 [email protected]
Mary Calabrese - Director, Sacramental and Adult Formation Ext. 321 [email protected]
MaryAnn Giannettino - Director, Parish Social Ministry Ext. 309 [email protected]
Harry Perepeluk - Business and Facilities Manager Ext. 304 [email protected]
Lois Szypot - Director, Religious Education Ext. 308 [email protected]
Dan Haggerty - Youth Minister Ext. 310 [email protected]
Jeanne Victor - Director, Liturgy Ext. 318 [email protected]
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We invite all new members of our parish community to register at the Center. We also encourage you to join one of our numerous parish ministries, so that you may acquire a deeper sense of belonging and accomplishment serving the needs of others.
Celebration of the Eucharist Weekdays (Monday to Thursday) at 9:30 a.m.
Saturdays at 5:00 p.m. (Vigil for Sunday)
Sundays at 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. (Family Mass) and Noon
Holy days usually at 9:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. (Please check the bulletin or website.)
Becoming a Catholic or Adult Confirmation Are you interested in becoming Catholic? Were you never Confirmed and now find that you would like to complete your Sacraments of Initiation? Are you interested in finding out more about the Catholic faith? If you answered “Yes” to any of these questions, then Faith Formation is for you! Call the Parish Center for more information.
Baptism Baptisms are celebrated on various Sundays throughout the year at 1:15 p.m. You are encouraged to register for the baptism BEFORE YOUR CHILD IS BORN, so that it is easier to attend the required Baptism Preparation Class. Please call the Center and we will be happy to set up an appointment. Many parents also use this opportunity to register in the Parish as a new parishioner. Information about Godparents is available on the website.
Marriage We are happy to arrange for your wedding. First, we have the marriage interview and then we can set the date for the wedding. More information is available on the website. Please call the Center for an appointment and we will be happy to help you!
Reconciliation Confessions are heard in our Church Reconciliation Room (in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel) on Saturdays from 4:00 until 4:45 p.m. You are also welcome to call the Center and make an appointment to celebrate the Sacrament.
Anointing of the Sick We encourage all those eligible for this Sacrament to be anointed after the Noon Mass on the first Sunday of the month or by calling the Center. Those eligible are those who are about to undergo an operation; are suffering from serious illness and the condition has worsened; or are enduring the weakening effects of advancing age and it has been one year since they were last anointed.
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Family Mass Announcement
Dismissal at the 10 a.m. Family Mass will resume on Sunday, September 16. This is an opportunity for children in Kindergarten through 6th grade to hear a reflection on the Gospel that is age appropriate. The children will be invited to come forward to the altar and instructed to follow the Family Mass Catechist to Room 109. They will return to their seats in the Church during the collection. A Family Mass Coordinator will accompany the children at all times.
St. Elizabeth of Rosary Society Considering becoming
a Rosarian?
Please contact Janet Price at 631.338.3356
Please join us at the next Rosary Society meeting on Monday, September 17. The evening will begin at 7 p.m. in the Church with recitation of the Rosary. Please join us in the Hospitality Room with refreshments and good fellowship. All Are Welcome!
The St. Elizabeth Parish community is invited to a Mass of Thanksgiving on Saturday, September 15 at 5 p.m. in celebration of
Deacon Joe Mercolino,
as he retires from active ministry after 38 years of service. Please join us in prayer with Deacon Joe and Fran and for hospitality following Mass.
Banns of Marriage
First Banns Lienne Pisano (St. Elizabeth) and Louis J. Ragusa III (St. Matthew)
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Catholic Daughters
of the Americas
Court St. Elizabeth #2687
Our next Business meeting and Installation of Officers is Monday, September 10, 6:30 p.m.
Please consider joining us!
We welcome all Catholic women, over the age of 18, to share their time, ideas, gifts and talents with us to help serve others. We know life can be very hectic, and that time is not always easy to give up, but if you can offer one evening a month, and an extra day or two per year, we would love to hear from you. CDA is one of the largest organizations of Catholic women…in the world, consisting of lay and religious women who love and support the Church, who like to participate in religious, social, & charitable activities. CDA offers High School, College, and Graduate Scholarship opportunities for our members’ families, and offers many ways to fill your desires to "give back." We are aware of the needs in society that are deeply affecting today’s generation, the elderly, and all human life. To be effective in promoting good works, and making a difference in the lives of others, we join together, pooling our time, talents, gift, ideas, and resources. Our sisterhood and faith become stronger and our works more meaningful. Our next business meeting will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, September 10. We will be more than happy to answer any questions you might have. We are eager to expand our organiza- tion and sisterhood….and look forward to meeting you! Answer our Lord’s call with faith, generosity, and love, by joining the Catholic Daughters of the Americas! For more information prior to our meeting please contact:
Regent: Claire Spencer [email protected] / 631-427-6235
Vice-Regent: Karen Sheehan
[email protected] / 631-806-7334
Calling all
Altar Servers!
NEW ALTAR SERVER TRAINING All boys and girls in grade 5 and older
are invited to train to become Altar Servers
on September 18 and 20 at 6:00 p.m.
CURRENT ALTAR SERVER ** MANDATORY MEETING **
September 18 or 20 @ 7:3o p.m.
New altar servers should register in advance of the September training dates. Please call or email Mrs. Victor to register:
631.271.4455 or [email protected]
MUSIC MINISTRY NEWS !
Choir practice resumes in September !!
Adult Choir will resume practice on Wednesday, September 12 from 7:15 to 9 p.m.
Children's Choir will resume practice on Wednesday, September 19 from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
New members welcome! Reading music is not a requirement!
Questions? Contact Virgil Barkauskas, Music Director 631.271.4455 x307 or via email
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from the School Supplies Ministry!
A heartfelt thanks to all parishioners who generously donated
school supplies, gift cards and money for our school supplies
drive. Thanks to our volunteers who helped collect and sort
supplies over the collection weekend. A special thank you to our Youth Ministry
for sorting, counting and packing the backpacks and to those volunteers who
helped with sign-in and distribution of backpacks to families. These children were
able to start the school year with brand new supplies that will help them begin with a
fresh, new spirit. We are truly grateful for your generous hearts!
Blessings from the School Supply Ministry!
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There ‘s still time to sign up!
It’s not too late!!
Courage to
Grieve
”I am the Resurrection and the life; everyone who lives and believes in me will never die...” (John 11.25)
A Bereavement Support Group for those who have suffered the loss of a loved one through death will meet for eight consecutive weeks from 10 a.m. to 12 noon beginning Saturday, 9/22 in the Spiritual Life Center. If you are interested in more information or would like to register, please return the form below to the Parish Center or drop it in the collection basket at Mass and you will be contacted.
St. Elizabeth Senior Group
September 18:
Sammy Davis Jr.
Video Tribute
Upcoming Luncheons & Trips 2018 Oct. 2: Oktoberfest: Best of the Wurst Nov. 20: Thanksgiving Luncheon Dec. 18: Christmas Party: Crest Hollow CC 2019 Feb. 27-28: New Hard Rock Casino Atlantic City April 9: Andy Cooney, Westbury Music Fair Dinner @ Domenico’s August 6: Michael Amante, Westbury Music Fair; Dinner @ Domenico’s Oct. 14: Mambo Italiano Gargiulo’s, Coney Island Nov. 12: Tony Orlando, Westbury Music Fair Dinner @ Domenico’s
For pricing and reservations
Call Frank Scozzari: 631.427.2549
Courage to Grieve Registration Form
NAME: ______________________________
Day Phone: ______________________________
Evening: ______________________________
Cell Phone: ______________________________
Email Addr: _______________________________
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Reminder : Our meetings
are on the first and third
Tuesday of each month!
Eucharistic Minister, Lector and Altar Server Schedules
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Sept. 15 – Sept. 16 5:00 PM 8:00 AM 10:00 AM 12:00 PM
EM
Marsha Berg - B1 Presider Presider - B2 Barbara Potenza - B3 Deacon John Failla - B4 John Toohey - B5 Jennifer Ceonzo - B6 Pat D'Angelo - C1 Londa Schrager - C2 Martha Screeney - C3 Sheila Buhse - C4
Patti Ann Olsen - B1 Presider Presider - B3 Deacon John Failla - B4 Pat Dillon - B6 Doris Morrison - C1 Laura Vota - C2 Jo Ann Messina - C3 Diane Karcher - C4
Dennis Marchesiello - B1 Presider Presider - B2 Lori Sarnataro - B3 Deacon John Failla - B4 Ann Marie Marchesiello - B5 Marguerite Melone - B6 Al Brandel - C1 Cathy Cangemi - C2 Lillian Sharkey - C3 Jerry Asher - C4
Joseph Arnone - B1 Presider Presider - B2 Harry Perepeluk - B3 Deacon John Failla - B4 Nancy Perepeluk - B5 Theresa Ahlstrom - B6 Laura Morelli - C1 Donna Arnone - C2 Bob Ahlstrom - C3 John Wood, Sr. - C4
READER Donna Pape Marinelli - R1 Eugenia Cote - R2
Paula Conner - R1 Mike Conner - R2
Jim Vorbach - R1 Junior Lector - R2
Eileen Sullivan - R1 Jeanne Victor - R2
Altar Servers
Peter Ceonzo - A1 Elizabeth Ceonzo - A2 Billy Richardt - A3
Austin Chang - A1 Kaitlin Chang - A2 Kate Buckshaw - A3
Marina Bonvicin - A1 Thomas Breaton - A2 Vanessa Cronin - A3
Matthew Jacobs - A1 James Coronesi - A2 Anthony Coronesi - A3
Sept. 22 - Sept. 23
5:00 PM 8:00 AM 10:00 AM 12:00 PM
EM
Steve Schnittger - B1 Presider Presider - B2 Claire Spencer - B3 Nancy Dunn - B4 Diane Mueller - B5 Robert Scarabino - B6 Donald Mueller - C1 Phyllis Verdolino - C2 John Toohey - C3 Barbara Potenza - C4
Paula Conner - B1 Presider Presider - B3 Julius Taku - B4 Mike Conner - B6 Kim Sparaco - C1 Andrea Frisenda - C2 Art Frisenda - C3 Patti Ann Olsen - C4
Gloria Lambert - B1 Presider Presider - B2 Jill Schwartz - B3 Ignacio Meneses - B4 Theresa Ahlstrom - B5 Marguerite Melone - B6 Jeanne Beirne - C1 John Kelly - C2 Dawn Kelly - C3 Al Brandel - C4
Angelina Libardi - B1 Presider Presider - B2 Eileen Sullivan - B3 Deacon John Failla - B4 Joan Pollack - B5 Dave Mesecher - B6 Ann Hanousek - C1 Dina Barbarino - C2 Harry Perepeluk - C3 Nancy Perepeluk - C4
READER Sheila Buhse - R1 Martha Screeney - R2
David Klaum - R1 Diane Karcher - R2
Bob Ahlstrom - R1 Junior Lector - R2
Tom Hanousek - R1 Chris Coronesi - R2
Altar Servers
Gianpiero Arnone - A1 Jimmy Burke - A2 Angela Shedlow - A3
Elvira Taku - A1 Noelle Decker - A2 Thomas Breaton - A3
Timothy Freivald - A1 Fiona Hamilton - A2 Christopher Scortichini - A3
Joseph Coronesi - A1 Keith Mesecher - A2 John Rodriguez - A3
First Reading: The prophet’s message offers hope to a frightened people. God will come to save them. What marvelous healing will take place when God comes: the blind will see, the deaf will hear, the lame will leap and the mute will sing! Nature will reflect God’s coming, too, as life-giving waters will appear in deserts and grasslands, on dry ground and within burning sands.
Responsorial Psalm 146 resounds with praise for God who comes in our midst, echoing Isaiah’s words that the Lord will give sight to the blind. Indeed, the Lord will raise all the downtrodden.
Second Reading: Favoritism has no place in Christian assemblies. Our attention should go equally to the rich and the poor, for human distinctions matter not in God’s community. In fact, James reminds his beloved brothers and sisters in faith that God chose the poor to acquire the riches of faith and inherit God’s Kingdom.
Gospel: Jesus fulfills Isaiah’s words and heals a deaf man with a speech impediment. In Jesus, the deaf hear and the mute speak! Jesus opens our lives to the gift of salvation he offers. Time after time, he astonishes us like he did the crowds centuries ago. Will we proclaim him as they did?
Hear our Prayers O Lord for…
the Deceased Peter Aglio; Madeline Conner
the Sick Anthony Granato; Mary McNamara Deacon Joseph Mercolino; Gianna Pantina Peter Spengler
Our Servicemen and Women Ssgt. James Calfa, U.S. Army Tsgt. Mitchell Ciccarelli, U.S. Air Force Airman Dylan Ciccarelli, U.S. Air Force MIDN Brian Z. DiSalvo, U. S. Navy Capt. Thomas Frey, U.S.M.C. Lt. Brendan Johnston, U.S. Navy P.F.C. Brad John Peck, U.S.M.C. Lt. Kiersten Spencer, U.S. Army Lt. Col. Kent Walsh, U.S. Army Lt. Frederick Zappala, U.S. Army
Understanding the Sunday Readings 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
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SPECIAL COLLECTION SEPT. 9/10
The Catholic University of America
The Catholic University of America, located in Washington, D.C., is the national university of the Catholic Church in the United States. CUA offers students an excellent education in a faith-filled atmosphere that is grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition. Every dollar given directly supports aid for students from dioceses across the country, including our diocese. Please be as generous as your means will allow.
Monday, September 10 Reverend Anthony J. Failla
Tuesday, September 11 Edward McCormick
Wednesday, September 12 Philip J. O’Reilly, Jr.
Thursday, September 13 Clifford Dierlan
Saturday, September 15 Ralph J. Aiello; Donald J. Brown Jane Tina; Bare and Helen Uhoda
Sunday, September 16 Vinnie Altebrando; George T. Kenney Annette Buondelmonte; Alma O’Brien For the Parishioners of St. Elizabeth Joseph and Mary Ellen Cantone
Saturday, September 15 5:00 p.m. Fr. Irinel Racos Sunday, September 16 8:00 a.m. Fr. Irinel Racos 10:00 a.m. Fr. Eric Kasongo Noon Fr. Irinel Racos
Monday, September 10 Reading 1: 1 Corinthians 5:1-8 Gospel: Luke 6:6-11
Tuesday, September 11 Reading 1: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11 Gospel: Luke 6:12-19
Wednesday, September 12 Reading 1: 1 Corinthians 7:25-31 Gospel: Luke 6:20-26
Thursday, September 13 Reading 1: 1 Corinthians 8:1b-7, 11-13 Gospel: Luke 6:27-39
Friday, September 14 Reading 1: Numbers 21:4b-9 Reading 2: Philippians 2:6-11 Gospel: John 3:13-17
Saturday, September 15 Reading 1: 1 Corinthians 10:14-22 Gospel: John 19:25-27 or Luke 2:33-35
Sunday, September 16 Reading 1: Isaiah 50:4c-9a Reading 2: James 2:14-18 Gospel: Mark 8:27-35
Mass Intentions, Presiders and Readings for the Week
Mass Intentions
Presiders
Weekly Readings
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9:30 a.m.
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9:30 a.m.
5:00 p.m.
8:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
Noon
Bulletin Reflection
The good steward must not show favoritism. The rich may have many material gifts to share, but St. James reminds us in the second reading that God has chosen the world’s poor to be rich in faith and inheritors of God’s kingdom.
Living Stewardship We are grateful this week for all stewards in our parish who show Christ’s compassion and mercy by supporting and ministering in homeless shelters and soup kitchens.
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Small Fresh Meat Pkgs** Fresh Produce**
Vegetable Oil Eggs**
Apple Sauce Canned Fruit**
Baked Beans Crackers
Coffee (Reg. & Instant)** Peanut Butter
Tomato Sauce Cake & Brownie Mix
Canned Peas Meat Meals
Canned Tuna** Jelly
Juice Tissues**
Feminine Products Deodorant
Shampoo & Conditioner** Paper Towels**
Laundry Detergent Diapers #3, 4
Dish Soap
** We are in great need of these items
as we run low on them often. (Thank you!)**
Special Note:
Produce, perishable meats,
fruits, vegetables, eggs and
dairy products are greatly ap-
preciated but they must be
brought to the Parish Center
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday to Friday. (4 p.m. for July & August.)
Nonperishable foods may be left in the
Gathering Lobby.
Outreach is grateful for your generosity!
Outreach aims to aid people in accessing the
resources that will assist them in meeting their
basic needs.
Our Outreach Pantry is open:
Monday to Friday
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon
Phone: 631 . 351 . 2136
Outreach provides assistance with food,
information and referral to other agencies to
meet various family needs and other emergency
assistance.
Stewardship…..Treasure
Sunday, September 2 2018 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
FINANCE MINISTRY 2018 - $18,312 2017 - $18,596 (2% decrease from 2017)
MASS ATTENDANCE 2018 - 1,335 2017 - 1,313
(2% increase from 2017)
St. Elizabeth is sustained by the generosity of our parishioners through time, talent and treasure.
For all that you do - thank you!
Outreach Need Help?
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Weekly Calendar of Events
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2018 CHURCH PARISH CENTER SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTER
SUNDAY September 9
8:00 a.m. Mass 10:00 a.m. Mass 12 Noon Mass 1:15 p.m. Baptisms
1:00 to 6:00 p.m. Family Festival
MONDAY September 10
9:30 a.m. Mass 10 a.m. to Noon Eucharistic Adoration Begins at daily Mass and closes at Noon 6:30 p.m. Catholic Daughters Installation
10 a.m. to Noon Outreach Assistance 101 Catholic Daughters Installation After Church Ceremony 108 7:30 p.m. Knights of Columbus K of C Room 7:30 p.m. Pastoral Council Meeting Liturgy Res. Room
10 a.m. Overeaters Anonymous (w/babysitting) 12 Noon Alcoholics Anonymous 6 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous (Women Only)
TUESDAY September 11
9:30 a.m. Mass 10 a.m. to Noon Outreach Assistance 101 12 Noon Alcoholics Anonymous
WEDNESDAY September 12
9:30 a.m. Mass 10 a.m. to Noon Eucharistic Adoration Begins at daily Mass and closes at Noon 10:30 a.m. OLMM Novena/Rosary 7:15 p.m. Choir Practice: Adult
10 a.m. to Noon Outreach Assistance 101 7 p.m. Liturgy Committee Meeting Liturgy Res. Room 7:30 p.m. Boy Scouts Msgr. Kane Hall
10 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous 12 Noon Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous
THURSDAY September 13
9:30 a.m. Mass 10 a.m. to Noon Eucharistic Adoration Begins at daily Mass and closes at Noon 11:30 a.m. Ador: OLPH, Divine Mercy
10 a.m. to Noon Outreach Assistance 101 12 Noon Alcoholics Anonymous
FRIDAY September 14
10 a.m. to Noon Outreach Assistance 101 12 Noon Alcoholics Anonymous 7 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous 8:30 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous
SATURDAY September 15
4:00 to 4:45 p.m. Confessions 5:00 p.m. Mass Deacon Joe’s Retirement
Hospitality After Mass for Deacon Joe’s Retirement 10 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous (Young People) 12 Noon Alcoholics Anonymous 1 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous
ANNUAL MASS FOR DECEASED CHILDREN
Will be celebrated by Fr. Tony Stanganelli, Pastor
of St. Brigid Parish in Westbury on Saturday,
September 29 at 12:30 p.m. All are welcome.
Come early to inscribe your child’s name in the
Book of Families. Light refreshments will be served
in the Pastoral Center after Mass. All are welcome.
Register online at www.drvc-faith.org.
PILGRIMAGE
Fr. James McNamara, in conjunction with 206 Tours,
will conduct a tour over the Columbus Day Weekend to
Rome in conjunction with Pope Francis’ canonizing
Blessed Paul VI and Archbishop Oscar Romero in
St. Peter’s Square. For further information and
registration, visit www.pilgrimages.com/frmcnamara.
BOOK TALK SERIES
Come meet Robert Trexler speak on
George MacDonald, the grandfather of Christian
fantasy, Sunday, September 16 from 2 to 4 p.m.
at the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception in
Huntington. For directions or other information
call 631.423.0483 x141 or email
Refreshments will be served.
OUR LADY OF MERCY CYO TRACK
Will offer fall, winter and spring track from mid-
September through June. Track meets are held on
weekends at facilities throughout Nassau and Suffolk.
For registration and additional information, contact
Kelly at [email protected].
Deadline is September 20.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES GOLF CLASSIC
Will host their 15th Annual Golf Classis on Monday,
September 24 at the Meadow Brook Club in Jericho,
honoring Most Rev. Nelson J. Perez, Bishop of
Cleveland (formerly Auxiliary Bishop of Rockville
Centre) as well as Mike Breen, ESPN/MSG
play-by-play announcer. Sponsorship packages
(golf and nongolf) are available for purchase as well
as individual tickets. Donations in any amount are
greatly appreciated. For more information, call
516.733.7042
KELLENBERG ALUMNI SPIRIT DAY
Will be held on Sunday, September 16 from 11 a.m. to
2:30 p.m. All Kellenberg alumni and their families are
invited. The day will begin with Mass at 1 p.m. in the
auditorium followed by a BBQ in the Queen of
Apostles Courtyard with games, activities, arts and
crafts and more. Head over to the homecoming game
at Mitchel Field beginning at 3 p.m. Visit
kellenberg.org/alumni/alumni-spirit-day for more
Information, call 516.292.0200 x375 or email
GENNESARET RETREAT
for those facing serious illness is planned for
September 21, 22 and 23 at the Montfort Spirituality
Center in Bay Shore. This retreat offers a respite, a
quiet time, an oasis, to enable one to continue the
journey. The retreat focuses on God’s love, His
forgiveness and His faithfulness. To register or
receive more information about this weekend,
please call 631.665.7052.
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