church of st. stephen/ our lady of the scapular

church of st. stephen/ our lady of the scapular

CHURCH OF ST. STEPHEN/
OUR LADY OF THE
SCAPULAR
SEVENTEENTH
SUNDAY
IN
CHAPEL OF THE SACRED
HEARTS OF JESUS AND MARY
ORDINARY
TIME
JULY 29, 2012
SACRAMENTAL LIFE
Mass Schedule Church
Saturday Vigil 5:00 pm
Sunday
8:00 am, 9:30 am
11:00 am (Spanish)
Weekdays
8:00 am, 12:15 pm
Holy Days
8:00 am, 12:15 pm
Mass Schedule Chapel
Sunday
Weekdays
Saturday
Holy Days
12:30 pm, 5:30 pm
5:00 pm
12:00 pm
Chapel
Centering Prayer Monday 6:00 pm
Chapel
Meditative Chant Sunday 6:30 pm
Chapel
Devotions to the Blessed Virgin Mary
Rosary after weekday Masses
Novena Monday after 8:00 am & 12:15 pm
Advent and Lent
Chapel
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
5:00 pm (Vigil) 12:15 pm, 5:00 pm
For people interested in Catholicism and for
those who are baptized Catholics but have
not received Confirmation
Religious Education for Children
3:00 pm (1st & 3rd)
Inter-parish program, K-8, Epiphany Parish
(212) 475-1966
Baptism
Contact the rectory at least 3 weeks
prior to the requested date
Reconciliation
Saturday 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Sunday 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm
First Friday 5:00 pm Mass
Bereavement Support Group
Polish Mass
Sunday
Holy Hour
Church
Chapel
Marriage
Contact the rectory at least 6 months
prior to the date of your wedding
CHURCH
151 East 28th Street, NY, NY 10016
Office: 142 East 29th St., NY, NY 10016
Phone: (212) 683-1675; Fax: (212) 683-7921
Email: [email protected]
Website: churchofststephen.com
Wheelchair accessible
Young Adults 20 to 40 years
Chapel
Legion of Mary Wednesday 6:00 pm
Church
Senior Citizens Tuesday 2:00 pm
Church
33 Club
Adults 50 years and older
323 East 33rd St., ground floor
Sr. Jeanne Burns (212) 725-8969
CHAPEL
325 East 33rd Street, NY, NY 10016
Email: [email protected]
Website: churchofststephen.com
Wheelchair accessible
MOVING FORWARD IN FAITH
CHURCH OF ST. STEPHEN / OUR LADY OF THE SCAPULAR
Msgr. Lawrence Connaughton, Pastor
Priests in Residence
Msgr. Walter Niebrzydowski
Fr. Chrisanth Mugasha
Fr. Stephen Okeke
Fr. Damian Umeokeke
Parish Staff
Peggy Epstein
Office Manager
María Rivera
Secretary
Deirdre Broderick Music Director
Trustees
Rose Klimovich, Michael Lundregan
James O’Rielly, Leilani Siri
Parish Council
Raymond Brancaccio, Sr. Jeanne Burns,
Peggy Byrne, Michael Lundregan,
Carmine Musumeci, Gladys Rodríguez,
Lelani Siri, Paul Stockschlaeder,
Evita Torre, Laurie Walsh, Robert Wynkoop
Religious/Community Groups
Carmelite Third Order:
Second Sunday 9:30am
Alcoholics Anonymous:
Saturday 3:30pm
Narcotics Anonymous:
Tuesday 5:00pm
Church Office Hours
Mon-Thurs
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
9:00am-12:15pm 1:15pm-7:00pm
9:00am-12:15pm 1:15pm-5:00pm
10:00am-1:00pm 2:00pm-6:00pm
9:00am-12 noon
Chapel Hours
Mon-Fri
Saturday
Sunday
8:00am-5:45pm
11:30pm-1:00pm
12:00pm-2:00pm 4:30pm-6:30pm
NEW YORK
MASS INTENTIONS
SATURDAY, July 28
12 noon Gonzalez Family
5:00 pm Alejandro Salguero by Elba Torres
SUNDAY, July 29
8:00am Maura Moloney by Esther & Denis Fitzgerald
9:30am Timothy Vislocky by Gladys Rodriguez
11:00am Maria Sara Martinez Fernandez by Leonardo
Rojas and Miguel Avalo
12:30pm Stephen Nardino Sabatino by Roberto and
Sue Ann Reale
5:30pm Gonzalez Family
MONDAY, July 30
8:00am Gonzalez Family
12:15pm Michael Vitale by Agnes Keegan
5:00pm Mary McGowan de Bouthlier by Sal Costa
TUESDAY, July 31
8:00am John Marco
12:15pm Vincent Morales by Cynthia Morales
5:00pm Ana Cabrera
WEDNESDAY, August 1
8:00am Andrea Rodriguez by Laszlo Feher
12:15pm Victor Villalobos by Virginia and Abe Rodriguez
5:00pm Marianne Licari
THURSDAY, August 2
8:00am Gerry Daniels & Brian Morris (LIVING)
12:15pm Ross Keller by Rodriguez Family
5:00pm Guillermo Estilo by Microbiology Dept. of NYU
FRIDAY, August 3
8:00am Roger Wilbeck
12:15pm Aldo Amaro De Via by Sari Nielsen
5:00pm Antonio Cabrera
SATURDAY, August 4
12 noon James McCarthy by Margaret Glover
5:00 pm Maria Antonia Cruz by Cruz Family
PRAY FOR THE SICK/OREN POR LOS ENFERMOS
Julio Perez, Justin Vargas, Luis Ferrer, Abel
Suarez, Mary Theresa Lintner, Raul Borrero, Jorge
Concepción, Marie Argiro’s, Carlos Martinez, Abigail
Julian, Allen Wilpon, Maria Bozzetti, Belen
Maldonado, Rufina Mojica, Flamina Cecchi, José
Olivo Jr., Monsita Borrero, Martha Cabrera, Modesto
Mendieta, Fr. John Logan, Javier Ferrer, Maribel
Ramirez, Steven Monahan, Jose M. Betancourt,
Helen Borja, Margaret Aiello, Matthew Bondar,
Rita Medile, Anthony Leone.
The above names will be listed for four weeks
unless otherwise requested.
THE SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
“There is a boy here who has five
barley loaves and two fish; but what
good are these for so many?” Then
Jesus took the loaves, gave thanks,
and distributed them to those who
were reclining, and also as much of
the fish as they wanted. - Jn 6:9, 11
THE CHURCH HOME MISSIONS AND THE CHURCH IN
LATIN AMERICA APPEALS
Collection on August 4-5, 2012
The Catholic Home Missions Appeal works to support
home mission dioceses in the United States by
supporting seminarian formation in poor dioceses. Often
home mission priests and lay ministers require special
training to attend to the unique needs of their faith
communities.
The same collection will help the Church in Latin
America. Many unique challenges face the Church in
that region. A lack of priests and trained lay ministers,
high emigration rates, and the alarming pace at which
parishioners are leaving the faith make it difficult for the
region’s Church to provide for the faithful.
Your generosity to these Appeals will be appreciated.
HOW DO YOU BECOME A CATHOLIC?
Do you know anyone who is not a Catholic and has
expressed interest in the Catholic faith?
Do you know anyone who is Catholic but has not
received the Sacraments of Reconciliation, First Holy
Communion or Confirmation?
If you do know someone then tell them you know a
parish that is ready to help them with their inquiries.
We are willing to offer them guidance that will help
them grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ and
the Church. For more information contact
Msgr. Connaughton at 212-683-1675 or e-mail him
at [email protected]
STEWARDSHIP-TITHING
“And keep in mind the words of the Lord Jesus who
himself said, It is more blessed to give than to
receive.” Acts 20:35
Stewardship Is A Way Of Life
Tithing is God’s Plan For Giving
Tithing Last Week: July 22: $4,304
Tithing Last Year: July 24: $4,358
__________________________________________
Thank you for being faithful stewards of your
treasure by offering some of your blessings to the
Church.
A Tither’s Comment
Here at St. Stephen’s we have many parishioners who
donate unselfishly so that God’s work may continue…”.”
JULY 29, 2012
SUPPORT MEETINGS FOR UNEMPLOYED PERSONS
For 9 Saturdays starting 8/4/12 from 10–11:30 am
at St. Francis House 135 W. 31st St. Enrollment limited,
in person interview is required, no walk-ins permitted.
Call 212.736.8500 ext. 269 or email
[email protected] and include your name
and phone number.
REFLECTIONS ON POVERTY IN AMERICA
“Catholicism does not call us to abandon the world
but to help shape it. This does not mean leaving worldly
tasks and responsibilities but transforming them...Social
justice and the common good are built up or torn down
day to day in the countless decisions and choices we
make.” US Bishops, Everyday Christianity
“Our world is entering the new millenium burdened by
the contradictions of an economic, cultural and
technological progress which offers immense
possibilities to a fortunate few, while leaving millions of
others not only on the margins of progress but in living
conditions far below the minimum demanded by human
dignity...Christians must learn to make their act of faith
in Christ by discerning his voice in the cry for help that
arises from this world of poverty.” Pope John Paul II,
Novo Millenio Ineunte, Apostolic Letter at the Close of
the Great Jubilee of the Year 2000, January 6, 2001.
FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP
In their statement of Forming Consciences for Faithful
Citizenship, the U.S. Catholic bishops remind Catholics
about the call to participate in political life. “In the
Catholic tradition,” they write, “responsible citizenship is
a virtue, and participation in political life is a moral
obligation” (no. 13). Visit www.faithfulcitizenship.org
today to read the statement, watch videos, download
podcasts, and access other great resources.
FREE HOME STUDY COURSES ON THE CATHOLIC FAITH
You are invited to study the Catholic Faith by taking
free correspondence courses at home. For more
information about the nine courses available, go to our
Catholic Home Study Service web site (www.amm.org/
chss.asp). Or you may write to Catholic Home Study
Service, P.O. Box 363, Perryville MO 63775-0363, or
call 573-547-4084.
MASSES FOR THE LIVING AND DECEASED
One special way to pray for loved ones, living or
deceased, is to have a Mass offered for them at our
church or chapel. Visit or contact the rectory office when
you wish to reserve Masses.
CHURCH OF ST. STEPHEN / OUR LADY OF THE SCAPULAR
CHRIST’S PRESENCE IN SIGN AND SYMBOL
Gestures, language, and actions are the physical,
visible, and public expressions by which human beings
understand and manifest their inner life. Since human
beings on this earth are always made of flesh and blood,
they not only will and think, but also speak and sing,
move and celebrate. These human actions as well as
physical objects are also the signs by which Christians
express and deepen their relationship to God.” (Built of
Living Stones” United States Conference of Catholic
Bishops)
As Catholics we should be mindful that when we enter
the Church or Chapel, that we are entering a holy place
where the Real Presence of Christ, the Blessed
Sacrament is within the tabernacle.
We acknowledge the Divine Presence by the sign of
the Cross, a bow or a genuflection before taking our
places.
We prepare for the celebration of the Eucharist
through our personal prayers, reading the scriptures,
and reflecting on them.
We silence and turn off our phones and allow God to
communicate mercy and love to our hearts and souls.
AUGUST 4TH FEAST DAY OF ST. JOHN MARIE VIANNEY
Patron Saint of Parish Priest and Confessors
St. John Marie Vianney a French parish priest, also
called the Cure d’Ars, was born on 5/8/1786 and died
on 8/4/1859. He was canonized in 1925. The life of
John Vianney is the story of a humble, holy man who
barely succeeded in becoming priest , but who converted
thousands of sinners. He heard confessions from 13-17
hours a day. When his body was exhumed pending his
beatification, it was found to be incorruptible. He is
known as the patron of parish priests and confessors.
BREAD & WINE
The Bread and Wine this week is in
memory of Angelina Confessore.
DO YOU KNOW YOUR PARISH?
There is a lot of information about the parish on our
website including the past and the present,
opportunities for ministry, and artwork within the Church.
Log on to www.churchofststephen.com
NEW YORK
MISION CATOLICA Y EL LLAMADO DE LA IGLESIA
EN AMERICA LATINA
Colecta del 4-5 de agosto 2012
El Llamado para las Misiones Católicas trabaja para
apoyar a las diócesis misioneras en los Estados Unidos
apoyando a las diócesis pobres en la formación de
seminaristas. Con frecuencia, los sacerdotes y los
ministros laicos en las diócesis misioneras necesitan una
capacitación especial para atender a las necesidades
especiales de sus comunidades de fe.
La misma colecta ayudará la Iglesia en América Latina.
En esa región, la Iglesia enfrenta muchos desafíos
singulares. La escasez de sacerdotes y de ministros
capacitados, el alto índice de emigración y el ritmo
alarmante en el que los feligreses están abandonando la
fe, dificultan la labor de la Iglesia para ayudar a los fieles
en esa región.
Su generosidad a este Llamado será apreciada.
CÓMO TE CONVIERTES EN CATÓLICO?
Conoce usted a alguien que no es católico que ha
expresado interés en la fe católica?.
Conoces a alguien católico pero que no ha recibido
sus Sacramentos de Reconciliación, Primera Comunión y
Confirmación?
Si conoces a alguien dile que la parroquia está lista
para ayudarlo en contestar sus preguntas. Deseamos
darle orientación que le ayudará en su relación con
Jesucristo y la Iglesia.
Para mas información contacte a Msgr. Connaughton
al 212-683-1675 o por correo electrónico a
[email protected]
DISCIPULADO – DIEZMO
Mantén en tu mente las palabras del Señor Jesús
quien dijo, hay mayor felicidad en dar que en recibir.”
Hechos 20:35
El Discipulado Es Una Forma De Vida
El Diezmo es el Plan de Dios para Dar
El diezmo del 22 de Julio: $4,304
El diezmo del año pasado 24 de Julio: $4,358
Gracias por ser fieles Discipulados de su tesoro,
ofreciendo algunas de sus bendiciones a la Iglesia.
COMENTARIO DE UN FELIGRES
“Aquí en San Esteban tenemos muchos feligreses
que hacen desinteresadamente donaciones para que
la labor de Dios pueda continuar...”
THE SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
JULY 29, 2012
¿CONOCE USTED SU PARROQUIA?
PRSENCIA DE CRISTO EN SIGNO Y SĺMBOLO
Hay mucha información sobre la parroquia en nuestro
Web site incluyendo del pasado y el presente,
oportunidades para asistir en cualquier ministerio, las
estaciones de la Cruz y pinturas dentro de la iglesia vea
www.churchofststephen.com
Los gestos, el lenguaje y las acciones son la expresión
física, visible, público y por el cual los seres humanos
comprenden y manifiestan su vida interior. Puesto que
los seres humanos en esta tierra siempre se hacen de
carne y hueso, no sólo a pensar, pero también hablar y
cantar, moverse y celebrar. Estas acciones humanas, así
como objetos físicos son también los signos por los que
los cristianos expresan y profundizar su relación con Dios.
"(Construida de piedras vivas" Conferencia de Obispos
Católicos de los Estados)
REFLECCIONES DE POBREZA EN AMERICA
“El Catolicismo no nos llama para abandonar el
mundo sino para darle forma. Esto no significa dejar los
labores del mundo y responsabilidades pero
transformarlos...La justicia social y el bien común son
construídos o derribados día a día in las decisiones
incontables y las opciones que hacemos.” Obispos de
los Estados Unidos, Cristianidad Diario
“Nuestro mundo está entrando al nuevo milenio
afligido por las contradicciones de un económico,
cultural, y progreso tecnológico que ofrece posibilidades
inmensas a pocos afortunados, mientras deja millones
de otros no solamente en los márgenes del progreso
pero en malas condiciones de vida más bajo de la
demanda mínima por la dignidad humana...Cristianos
deben aprender a hacer sus actos de fe en Cristo,
discerniendo su voz en el grito de ayuda que surge en
este mundo de pobreza.” Papa Juan Pablo II, Novo
Millenio Ineunte, Carta Apostolica en el Cierre del Gran
Jubileo del Año 2000, 6 de Enero, 2001.
SER CIUDADANOS FIELES
En su declaración en Formando Conciencias Para Ser
Ciudadanos Fieles, los obispos Católicos de los Estados
Unidos recuerdan a los Católicos sobre el llamado a
participar en la vida política. “En la tradición Católica,”
escriben, “la ciudadanía responsable es una virtud, y la
participación en la vida política es una obligación
moral” (no. 13). Visite www.faithfulcitizenship.org hoy
para leer la declaración, ver videos, descargar podcasts,
y acceder otros grandes recursos.
CURSOS GRATUITOS DE INICIO DE ESTUDIO SOBRE
LA FE CATÓLICA
Se le invita a estudiar la fe católica mediante la
adopción de cursos gratuitos por correspondencia en
casa. Para obtener más información acerca de los nueve
cursos disponibles, visite nuestro sitio Católica de
Estudio en Casa Internet Service (www.amm.org /
chss.asp). O puede escribir a los Servicios Católicos de
estudio del hogar, PO Box 363, Bolivar MO 63775-0363,
o llame al 573-547-4084.
Como católicos debemos ser conscientes de que
cuando entramos en la iglesia o capilla, que estamos
entrando en un lugar santo donde la presencia real de
Cristo, el Santísimo Sacramento se encuentra dentro del
tabernáculo.
Somos conscientes de la Presencia Divina por la
señal de la cruz, un arco o una genuflexión antes de
tomar nuestros lugares.
Nos preparamos para la celebración de la Eucaristía a
través de nuestras oraciones personales, leer las
Escrituras, y reflexionar sobre ellos.
Nos silenciamos y apagamos nuestros teléfonos y
permitimos que Dios comunique la misericordia y el amor
a nuestros corazones y almas.
4 DE AGOSTO FIESTA DE SAN JUAN MARIE VIANNEY
Santo Patron de Sacerdotes y Confesores
San Juan Marie Vianney era un sacerdote Francés,
también llamado el Cura de Ars, nació en 5/8/1786 y
murió en 8/4/1859. El fue canonizado en 1925. La vida
de Juan Vianney es la historia de un hombre humilde y
sagrado quien apenas alcanzó ser sacerdote, pero
convirtió miles de pecadores. El escuchaba confesiones
de 13 a 17 horas al día. Cuando su cuerpo fue
exhumado en espera de su beatificación, se descubrió
que era incorruptible. El es conocido como el patrón de
sacerdotes y confesores.
PAN Y VINO
El Pan y el Vino de esta semana es
ofrecido en memoria de Angelina Confessore.
REUNIONES DE APOYO A DESEMPLEADOS
Una serie sin cargos durante 9 sábados a partir del
08/04/12 10-11:30 am en San Francisco, Casa 135 W.
31st St. cupo limitado, en la entrevista personal se
requiere, no se permiten personas sin cita previa. Llame
al 212.736.8500 ext. 269 o por correo electrónico
[email protected] e incluya su nombre y
número de teléfono.