January 17 - The Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus of Mary

January 17 - The Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus of Mary

Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
January 17, 2016
The Second Luminous Mystery
The Wedding Feast At Cana
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
Pastoral Team:
Rev. Michael A. Vetrano, Pastor
In Residence: Rev. Msgr. William J. Gill
Jennifer Ferrantino, Director, Religious Education
Jeannine Rose, Director of Parish Social Ministry
Maura O’Loughlin, Youth Minister
Jo Ann Morse, Director of Music
Bill Kunzer, Plant and Facilities Manager
Daily Mass
Mon. Wed. Thurs. Fri. at 12 Noon
Tue. at 8:00 AM
First Saturday 8:00 AM
Holydays: 7 PM Vigil, 8:00 AM, 12
Noon
Weekend Masses
Parish Ministries
Parish Office
Suzanne Marchisella
Karen Berry
Donna Valle
Saturday: 5 PM
Sunday: 8 AM, 9:30 AM,
11 AM, 12:30 PM (in Spanish)
and 5 PM
Cemetery Office
Suzanne Marchisella
Reconciliation
Finance Committee
Fred Weinfurt (trustee)
Pat Jordan (trustee)
Jay Diesing
Charlene Kagel
John Neknez
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
Jennifer Ferrantino
Marriage
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.
Please call the Parish Office.
Parish Leadership:
Pastoral Council
In formation
Liturgy
Jack Hanlon
Consolation
Sr. Barbara McKenna, RSM
Adult Faith Formation
Mary Adamczyk
Parish Office
168 Hill Street Southampton, NY
P: 631-283-0097, Ext 0
F: 631-283-3836
W: www.shjmbasilica.org
E: [email protected]
Mon-Sat: 9 AM - 4:00 PM
Fr. Mike Vetrano
E: [email protected]
Religious Education Office
Jennifer Ferrantino, Director
P: 631-283-0508
E: [email protected]
Parish Social Ministry
Jeannine Rose, Director
E: [email protected]
P: 631-283-0097 Ext 317
Apostolado Hispano
Rev. Steve Grozio
631-283-4379 Cell: 631-375-1001
Vincentian Fathers
631-283-9647
Youth Ministry
Maura O’Loughlin
[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]
BASILICA PARISH OF SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time—January 17, 2016
Readings: Is 62:1-5; Cor 12:4-11; Jn 2:1-11
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, Jan 23 5 PM Father Bill Gill
SERVERS
B. Ferguson
E.M.’S
M. Adamczyk, M. Lynch, P. Madison
LECTORS
C. Ferguson, F. Milani
Sunday,
Jan 24 8 AM Father Bill Gill
SERVERS L. Martin
E.M.’S
D. Dwyer, P. Mackey, J. McKenna,
M. Muller, M. Thompson
LECTORS A. Enstine, S. Wilson
GREETERS
SERVERS
E.M.’S
LECTORS
GREETERS
9:30 AM Father Mike Vetrano
A. Cuccia
G. Arresta, A & J Cuccia, M. Johnson,
Sr. B. McKenna
M & H Bennett
I. Robinson, J. Navan
Mass Intentions for the Week of Jan 18-24
LECTORS
GREETERS
11 AM
Father Ed Kiernan
May Family
S. Adelante, T. Alegria, G. Bauer,
J. Cleary, M. McDonald
J. Kepczynska
C. Butler, C. Brown, R. Essay
SERVERS
E.M.’S
LECTORS
5 PM Father Mike Vetrano
H. Reyes
L. DeRobertis
G. Reisig, N. Conroy
SERVERS
E.M.’S
Monday
12:00
Domenico Pensa, Sr.
Tuesday
8 AM
John Kennedy
Wednesday
12:00
Vito Salamone
Thursday
12:00
Rosalind Martorana
Friday
12:00
Margaret & Matthew Pope
Saturday
5 PM
Robert Rubino
Sunday
8:00
Elizabeth “Betty” Cary
9:30
People of the Parish
11:00
Otto von Schirach, William R.
Stuckart, Mary & Joseph
ALTAR MINISTRY
CHURCH CLEANING: J. Ripalone
ALTAR CLOTHS: G. Bauer
McCarthy, Stanley Witkowski
12:30
5 PM
Mass in Spanish
Marie Theresa Williams
HAND LINENS - January 11-23– Peg Jordan
SOUTHAMPTON HOSPITAL
January 17—D. Podlaski
Janaury 24—D. Podlaski
HAMPTON CENTER
January 17—P. Mackey, N. Conroy
Financial Realities and Stewardship
The Christmas collection to date is $51,104.00. Our
ministry Collection stands at: $14,924.
The January 10th collection was $6781.00. Our fuel
collection was $3186.00. Thank you for your generosity.
January 24—S. Raynor
Rosary - January 21—S. Raynor
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
January 16/17, 2016
At a Certain Point
The Wine Ran Out
Dear Parish Family,
In the gospel of John, the very first miracle of Jesus happens at a wedding. It is just an ordinary
wedding, and Jesus, his mother, and disciples are among the guests. The miracle, too, is rather
mundane. It does not involve a great physical healing or act of forgiveness. The problem, it seems, is
simply this: the wine has run out.
Actually, anyone who has ever planned a wedding for themselves or a son or daughter can appreciate
the enormity of the problem. A wedding celebration must be perfect. After all, it is ideally a once in a
lifetime event. The celebration itself is to be a sign of the future to come: full, complete, and
endless. In biblical times, to run out of anything essential, like food, music, or wine, meant that the
celebration was over. In the gospel we have a sense that this celebration is ending all too soon. An
anxious Mary brings this to her son’s awareness: They have no more wine! What happens next is a
parable for living. Jesus turns the water to wine. He turns it to so much wine that it will never run out
and better wine than anyone ever expected. Even the maître' d is surprised!
I think in life our fears of running out are one of the greatest obstacles to our joy and our freedom. We
are careful of time and energy because we might run out. We worry about generosity because what if
we run short. We fear that our forgiveness, our mercy, or our kindness may be taken advantage of, as
if these things could ever run out.
The gospel sees things differently. With God, these most important things never run out. They are
always renewed. And more than that — the moment when we most fear things running out is the
moment when we are most filled.
Of the truth of this, I can only say that in all my years of priesthood I have never met a person who told
me that their generosity, their gift of time and friendship, their mercy and forgiveness was a mistake.
Generosity and mercy are virtues, not faults. Despite our fears and anxieties they never fail us and they
never run out. To live a generous life, a forgiving life, a merciful life is to live in God’s world. In
God’s world we never run out and even the most humble jar of water can become the finest of wines.
Today we return to the ordinary time of the church year. May we find the great miracle of God’s
generous love in the ordinary places where we live our lives.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Rev. Michael A. Vetrano
Sacred Hearts Basilica
YOUTH GROUP
Youth Group welcomes all 8th Grade and High School teens!
Upcoming Events Calendar:
Wednesday, January 20th
6:00-8:00 p.m. @ The Parish Center
Wednesday, January 27th
6:00-8:00 p.m. @ The Parish Center
Friday, February 5th
Bishop McGann-Mercy High School Host's "Project Mercy"
7:00-9:00 p.m. An Evening of Prayer and Fun!
Maura O’Loughlin
Follow us on Instagram @ shyg168
A Note from Religious Education Director ::
Jennifer Ferrantino
This month in Religious Ed we will be very busy preparing for the sacraments.
First Holy Communion children will begin with First Reconciliation on
rd
Saturday January 23 at 11 AM in church with pizza to follow.
Confirmation students will begin with Confirmation Enrollment Mass on Sunday January 24th at 5
PM with Pasta dinner to follow. This includes all Confirmation candidates, Sponsors and families.
Please contact Jen if you have questions.
Questions about events or programs please contact Jennifer at 631-283-0508 or
[email protected]
Confirmation Date: May 31, 2016 4:30 PM with Bishop
William Murphy
Questions about events or programs please contact Jennifer at 631-283-0508 or
[email protected]
Religious Education
Wednesday, February 3rd
Rescheduled: Youth Group Skate Night!
7:30-8:30 p.m. @ The Southampton Ice Skating Rink!
News from the Office of Parish Social Ministry:
Living Healthy Workshop Series
This FREE 6 week workshop series will help you . . .
Feel better. Increase your energy and get relief from pain, fatigue, and
difficult emotions.
Take control of your life. Helps you do the things you want to do each day.
PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY
Get connected. Learn from others who have similar health and life style issues.
The Living Healthy workshop series is a peer-led health education program for seniors, and people
with any type of ongoing health condition. The purpose of the workshop is to enhance one’s skills
and ability to manage their health and maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle. The course is
facilitated by two trained volunteers. It is provided no cost to participants and runs 6 consecutive
weeks for 2 hours each session.
Program Includes: Decision making & problem-solving skills - Developing & maintaining a safe,
long- term physical activity program - Fatigue management - Dealing with anger, depression &
difficult emotions - Cognitive management of pain and stress - Communicating effectively with
family, friends & health professionals - Using prescribed medication appropriately - Healthy eating ▪
Making informed treatment decisions - Planning for future health care
Program Results: Stanford University Patient Education Research Center conducted a
randomized, controlled test of the program and found many participants to have the following
outcomes for up to three years after attending the class series: Better communication skills - Better
coping strategies and symptom management - Increased physical activity - Reduced health distress
Where: The Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary-Southampton
Dates: Tuesdays --- April 19, 26 & May 3, 10, 17, and 24
Time: 10:00 a.m. to noon
There is no cost to attend but we ask that you attend for the full 6 weeks.
Registration required:
Please call Jeannine Rose to register or for additional information call 631-283-0097 Ext: 217 or
email: [email protected]
Statistics show that there is a growing community of middle age
children caring for their aging parents. We know you are so much
more than a statistic. The office of Parish Social Ministry will be
organizing a series of informational meetings focused on helping you create the best toolbox to
navigate this complex world. The series will include speakers on topics such as
How to care for a Parent with Alzheimer’s; What paperwork should we try to find,
and have in place BEFORE we need it; how do I find time to take care of myself,
and my children WHILE I am caring for my parents? ….all this, and so much
more.
Around the Parish
In Sympathy
William H. Duggan, Jr.
We mourn the passing of William “Bill” Duggan on January 6, 2016. A mass of
Christian Burial was celebrated at the Basilica Parish of Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary
on January 12, 2016 by Rev. Michael A. Vetrano. A private cremation followed. Mr.
Duggan practiced law in East Hampton for many years, was on the Board of Directors
of Southampton Hospital for 12 years, was a member East Hampton Rotary and on the
Board of Directors of Guild Hall. He belonged to the Suffolk County Bar Association
for more than 50 years. He loved to golf, read and travel. Bill was predeceased by his wife, Kate. Our
sympathies go out to his children, Ann & Bill and his partner, Frances, twin grandchildren, his brothers,
Robert and David, their families and his many family and friends.
Stanley J. Witkowski, Jr.
We mourn the passing of Stanley “Totski” Witkowski on January 7, 2016. A mass of
Christian Burial was celebrated on January 13, 2016 by Rev. Msgr. William Gill. A
private cremation followed. Stan worked for many years as a manager for LiLCO’s Gas
division. He was active in Sacred Hearts as an usher and volunteered at Human
Resouarces of the Hamptons. He was avid golfer and supporter of Southampton
schools sports teams . Stan was predeceased by his wife, Fay, and a son, Brian. Our
sympathies go out to his children, Ron and his wife, Jenny, and Sheila and her husband, Buddy, his
grandchildren, Sean, Aubrey, Jonathan and Melanie, and his many family and friends.
Secular Franciscans
meet on the Second Sunday of the month
after the 11 AM Mass in the Parish Center.
You are always welcome to come to our
meetings. Please come, bring a friend,
bring a snack for breakfast, and we supply
the
coffee.
Pray for Our Sick
Elaine McDonagh
John Lynch
Patrick & Eileen Connolly
Suzanne Parillo
Bobby & Caroline Parillo
Eileen Finlay
Resurrection Prayer
Group :: meets on Thursdays at 7 PM Ebby Culver
in the Parish Center. Come share your
healing gifts with us. Prayer requests are
always welcome.
Spiritual Book Group ::
Elizabeth Joyce
Roger Williams
Robert Melter
Patricia Kahl
Patsy Raynor
Spiritual Book Group meets on Tuesdays,
at 1 PM, in the Parish Center. Please join
us for a discussion of Against the Infinite
John Schizas
Horizon by Ronald Rolheiser. All are
Bailey & George Brown
welcome.
Welcome: The Basilica Parish of
Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary
welcomes the following newly
baptized child with joy:
Daniel Sheerin
Dylan Jayme Cheewing
Join us in Prayer
Become an Anchor of Mercy
During this Holy Year of Mercy we will be offering Eucharistic
Adoration on Thursday from the conclusion of the noon mass
until Benediction at 4:00 PM. We will also have confessions
during this time and our Spanish community will pray the
Chaplet of Divine Mercy from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Parishioners who support this time of prayer are Anchors of
Mercy. You can use this page to sign up or send an email to
[email protected]
Name:__________________________________________________
Parish Events
Telephone and Email:______________________________________
I can be an anchor:
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Anchor of Mercy schedule
January 21, 2016
1 PM: Sunette Dudley, Tom Behringer, Michael 1:30 PM: Michael Anderson, Tom Behringer,
Anderson, M/M Jim Jensen,Theresa & Jim
Jeanne Diesing
McKenna, T. Alegria
2:30 PM: Michael Anderson, Patricia Enne, Peter
2 PM: Theresa Ameres, Michael Anderson,
Gannon, Charlie Peg & Pat Jordan
Patricia Enne
3:30 PM: Michael Anderson, Patricia Enne
3 PM: Michael Anderson, Patricia Enne
Music at the Basilica presents
A special St. Patrick’s Day Event March 17, 2016
This year Sacred Hearts is happy to
welcome The High Kings, a traditional
Irish singing group, to be with us for St.
Patrick’s Day. Tickets will be on sale the
week after Christmas. Tickets are $40 /
$32. This will be a sellout event so visit
our website or parish office now for best
seats!
Join our St. Bernard League
Winter can be a beautiful time in the East End but for many senior citizens
the cold and storms can be frightening and isolating. You can help!
If you are a parishioner who could use a little St. Bernard help. Or, if
you would be willing to lend a hand, please fill out the form below.
__I/We could use winter help. Please include me in this ministry.
__I/We would like to join and help one of our parishioners.
Name __________________________________________
Address ________________________________________
Telephone number ________________________________
You can place the form in the collection basket or return it to the Parish Center.
Lenten Mission 2016 A Mission of Mercy
In this Holy Year of Mercy our Lenten mission will bring together three speakers
to lead us in understanding the mission of mercy in our lives.
Monday, March 7: Mercy Revealed in women of faith. Dr.
Maria Basil, MD, a doctor and poet, will share her awareness
of mercy in her life as healer. As a physician, wife, and mother
Dr. Basil will reflect on faith, mercy, and healing in her life.
How do we learn of mercy through Mary, the women Jesus
meets along the way, and the saintly women of our church.
Tuesday, March 8: Bishop Nelson
Perez will be with us to speak about Mercy toward the refugee
and immigrant. This special mission of our country is also at the
heart of the Gospel.
Wednesday, March 9: Police officer Steven McDonald will
join us to speak about Mercy toward those who have harmed us.
Officer McDonald was shot and paralyzed in 1986 while
questioning a young suspect in a theft. Since that dreadful day
he has preached a message of healing and forgiveness.
PARISH MINISTRIES
Email: __________________________________________
Cinema Basilica
The Adult Faith Formation group is happy to announce __Cinema Basilica__ to bring films of
Catholic interest to our parish.
This series will begin on Saturday January 23rd at 10 A.M. in the Chapel Room of the Parish Center.
The first film, “Amazing Grace” tells the true story of the legislation that abolished slavery in
England. It is a winner. The short discussion afterwards is an important part of the program.
SATURDAY AT THE MOVIES
ALL ARE WELCOME! Please plan on joining us. There is no cost to attend this series. Films are
currently scheduled to be held on select Saturday Mornings at 10:00 A.M.
Please call the Office of Parish Social Ministry to reserve your seat, although reservations are not
necessary, it will help us in planning. We are all looking forward to this exciting program, we are
sure you won’t want to miss it!!!
Saturday January 23, 2016
10:00 A.M. in Chapel Room of Parish Center
This is the blockbuster portrayal of unsung real-life hero William Wilberforce shown in
theaters worldwide in early 2007. Elected to Parliament at the young age of 21, Wilberforce, a devout Christian, worked tirelessly and courageously for many decades to abolish slavery in the British Empire, often against overwhelming opposition, and even
when threatened with serious health problems. Finally, his efforts paid off and the
Emancipation Bill was passed in 1833, one month after he died. An outstanding cast
starring Ioan Gruffudd, Romola Garai, Michael Gambon, and Albert Finney.
Saturday February 6, 2016
10:00 A.M. in Chapel Room of Parish Center
Get ready to discover the "hidden" truths of Confession — truths that have always been
embraced by theologians, saints, and mystics — now finally made understandable to all.
Based on his best-selling book, this inspiring presentation by Vinny Flynn will forever
change your view of the often misunderstood Sacrament of Confession as he explores
the "hidden" truths of this encounter with Jesus. Vinny presents a new and more profound way of going to confession, inviting you to begin an exciting personal journey to
healing and holiness.
Saturday February 20, 2016
10:00 A.M. in Chapel Room of Parish Center
In 1946, Jackie Robinson is a Negro League baseball player who never takes racism lying
down. Branch Rickey is a Major League team executive with a bold idea. Rickey
recruits Robinson for the Brooklyn Dodgers to break the unspoken color line as the
first modern African American Major League player. As both anticipate, this proves a
major challenge for Robinson and his family as they endure unrelenting racist hostility
on and off the field, from player and fan alike. As Jackie struggles against his nature to
endure such abuse without complaint, he finds allies and hope where he least expects
it. And lets his bat, base-stealing and love of the game do his talking. Winner of the
Heartland Truly Moving Picture Award. A strong cast with Chadwick
Boseman, Harrison Ford, Lucas Black and Nicole Beharie.
Our Lady of the Hamptons
Thirty members of the OLH elite chorus, the Hamptones, visited the retired
sisters at St. Joseph’s Convent in Brentwood, performing selections from
their repertoire, engaging in intergenerational conversations.
Father E Sheridan was the presider at the special liturgy to mark the
opening of the Year of Mercy at OLH. The liturgy was prepared by the students of Prep 6 and their teacher,
Mr. Peter Lynch.
The twenty-fifth annual BUCKS FOR BOOKS raffle will be held on Saturday, February 6 with the drawing
of the fifteen thousand dollar winner. Second and third prizes of five thousand and twenty-five hundred
dollars will also be awarded. This will be a combined celebration Cocktail Party with dancing to a live DJ at
230 ELM in Southampton.
Tickets for the Cocktail Party are available at the school, as are raffle tickets at one hundred dollars each. One
thousand tickets will be sold in this effort to raise funds for the operating budget of Our Lady of the
Hamptons School. Call 283-9140 for details.
The registration period leading toward enrollment at OLH for September 2016 will open on January 12.
Interested families are invited to request information packets early. Seating on the primary and intermediate
grades will be limited, so early interviews are advised. Call 2839140 for details.
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 283-9140.
Bishop McGann-Mercy Diocesan High School Registration Day
Bishop McGann-Mercy Diocesan High School Registration Day for accepted students
January 30th from 9:00 a.m. through 12:00 p.m.
For more information on Registration Day or general admissions please contact Robert DiRe
by email at [email protected] or by phone at 631-727-5900 ext. 332.
Regional School
The annual Family Pancake Breakfast and Open House at OLH will be held on Sunday, January 31. This will
mark the beginning of Catholic Schools’ Week. The public is invited to enjoy a full pancake and sausage
breakfast and tour the school facility. The hosts will be the OLH Dads and the students of Prep 7.
Contact Fr. Mike for a
full trip brochure:
[email protected]
To book or for
information, contact:
Amanda: (800) 206
8687 ext: 109 email:
[email protected]
Visit our trip
website:
Faith and Justice
www.pilgrimages.com/
frvetrano
Life Corner :: SHJM Respect Life Ministry
RESOURCES FOR THOSE SEEKING AN ALTERNATIVE TO ABORTION:
Rockville Centre Diocese, 516-678-5800, ext.626, www.drvc.org/respectlife
Birthright, 631-728-8900, 800-550-4900 Healing post-abortion: Rachel's
Vineyard, 877-467-3463, www.rachelsvineyard.org
Keep in mind: the March For Life 2016, will take place in Washington DC,
Friday, January 22, 2016. On this day, marking the date in 1973 when
abortion was legalized, hundreds of thousands from all over the world - mostly young men & women
- will once again voice opposition to this decision. For those of us who cannot be present in person,
let us support the effort with our prayers. For more information go to www.marchforlife.org.
Full coverage of the March For Life -- interviews, speeches, etc. -- will be provided on Jan. 22nd by the EWTN
television network -- CABLE channel 135, DIRECTV channel 370.
Reflections On the Gospel from Pax Christi
January 17, 2016
To celebrate the closing of the Merton Centenary, Kathleen Deignan, CND, Beth Bradley and her consort,
Gadelica, will offer a concert to honor Thomas Merton's Celtic spirit. In word and song, this ensemble will
offer selections from their new CD, "Asling"(ash-ling), a collection of sung visions and poems by Sister
Kathleen - many texts drawn from the old collection called "The Carmina Gadelica" and realized in concert
with an extraordinary troupe of musicians. Join us for this wonderful afternoon of song on Sunday, January
31, 2016, at 2:30 PM at Saint Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village, New York, Sixth Avenue at Washington
Place - it just happens to be Merton's 101st birthday! All seats are $25 in advance, $30 at the door for adults and
$15 with a student ID. Reserve now at www.nycharities.org, [email protected], or 212-420-0250
El Año Jubilar de la Misericordia – Durante este año
el Santísimo estará expuesto para la adoración todos
los jueves de la 1 a las 4 PM en la basílica de
Southampton. Nuestra comunidad latina acompañará
al Santísimo de 3 a 4. Se concluirá con la bendición
solemne y habrá oportunidad de confesarse a fin de
ganar la gracia del año jubilar.
Tomado de http://w2.vatican.va/content/francesco/es.html
Rincón de Información
Curso Pre-Bautismal
El curso se da el último domingo de cada mes a la 1:30 PM
en el Apostolado Hispano en Southampton o a las 5:00
PM en la iglesia en East Hampton. El próximo curso será
el domingo, 31 de enero. Favor de llevar la copia del acta
de nacimiento del niño. Bautizos en Southampton serán el 7
de febrero el 6 de marzo, el 3 de abril y el 1º de mayo.
El Asesor de Inmigración de Caridades Católicas
En el Apostolado, jueves, 11 de febrero, de 2 a 5 PM.
Comunidad de Oración para Adultos y Familias
Los martes a las 7:30 PM en el salón parroquial. El 3r
martes de cada mes - la hora santa en la iglesia.
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. Jesús o el P. Esteban. El curso pre-matrimonial se da por seis domingos,
Cursillo Prematrimonial - A los interesados en de las 9 AM al mediodía comenzando el primer domingo
contraer matrimonio por la iglesia católica, les estamos de octubre o de feb.
informando que el Cursillo Prematrimonial si iniciará
el 7 de febrero. Las reuniones serán los domingos de Requisitos para el Bautismo de un Niño
Curso: Para bautizar a su hijo, es necesario que los padres y
las 9 AM hasta las 12 en Southampton.
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.
Prevención del Cáncer - ¡Mujeres! Para hacer una cita Permisos: Si viven afuera de la zona servida por el
para una mamografía gratis llame a la trabajadora, Apostolado Hispano, necesitan una carta de su párroco
dándonos permiso para bautizar su hijo.
¿Conoce a alguien que tiene cáncer? - ¿Conoce a
alguien que tiene cáncer? Fighting Chance es una
organización que le puede ayudar gratis. Llame a
Blanca (631-329-2425) para más información.
Claudia, en el número 516-317-7663.
Retiro Espiritual - Todos están invitados a un retiro Padre Esteban: Cel: 631-375-1001; Fax: 631-287-0986
Padre Jesus Arellano: Cel: 929-257-3467
espiritual organizada por el Movimiento Familiar
Horas del Apostolado: los martes a viernes - 2-4 PM
Cristiano Católico el sábado, 23 de enero de las 9 AM
hasta las 3 PM. La donación será $20.
APOSTOLADO HISPANO
La Puerta Santa – Una puerta santa que se abre en un
año de jubileo es una costumbre que ha existido desde
el siglo 15 como una expresión de conversión.
Peregrinos y penitentes pasan por ella como un gesto
de dejar atrás el pasado y cruzar el umbral del pecado a
la gracia, de la esclavitud a la libertad, de la oscuridad
a la luz. Muchas veces estos ritos se asocian con la
oración, una peregrinación, el sacrificio, la confesión e
indulgencias. Pero una puerta santa tiene sentido sólo
y cuando el creyente asocia la puerta con Cristo. Jesús
es la Puerta.
Como dijo el Papa Francisco: “Sólo hay un camino que
abre la entrada a la vida de comunión con Dios: este es
Jesús, el único y absoluto camino a la salvación. Sólo a
Él se aplican en plena verdad las palabras del Salmista:
“Esta es la puerta del Señor por donde los justos
entren.”
Que la Puerta Santa en la Basílica en Southampton les
recuerde a todos que entren por ella que Jesús es el
camino hacia la salvación. Que sea un símbolo de la
misericordia eterna de Dios y su invitación constante
que regresemos a Él. Y que la puerta de nuestro
corazón se abra a su llamado.
Intenciones del Papa para Enero
Universal: Diálogo interreligioso - Que el diálogo
sincero entre hombres y mujeres de diversas religiones,
conlleve frutos de paz y justicia.
Por la Evangelización: Unidad de los cristianos - Para
que, mediante el diálogo y la caridad fraterna, con la
gracia del Espíritu Santo, se superen las divisiones
entre los cristianos.
Kid’s Page 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, January 17, 2016