Church of the Nativity of Our Blessed Lady

Church of the Nativity of Our Blessed Lady

Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year A; February 23, 2014/
Septimo Domingo de Tiempo Ordinario, Ano A; 23 de febrero del 2014
Church of the Nativity of Our Blessed Lady
1518 East 233rd Street Bronx, New York 10466
MASS SCHEDULE
Sunday: English 9:30 am & 12:30 pm
Spanish 11:00 am
Weekdays: 7:00 am
Saturday: 9:00 am (followed by the Rosary)
Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions)
Saturdays:
After the 9:00am Mass
Call the rectory outside the scheduled time.
Pastoral Staff
Ralph Carbonaro, School Principal
Edna Augusta, Religious Education Coordinator
Charlie Harris, English Choir Director
Aida Rodríguez-Alejandro, Spanish Choir Director
Sacrament of Matrimony
A minimum of 6 months is required to begin the process
of the Sacrament of Matrimony. Please call the rectory
to set up a meeting with the priest to discuss the process.
Dates are not reserved by phone contact.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Wednesdays: 7:00 – 9:00 pm (Spanish)
Thursdays: 7:00 – 9:00 pm (English)
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK
Please notify the rectory when a family member is sick to set up
regular communion visits.
Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Rectory
1531 East 233rd St. Bronx, N.Y. 10466
Office: (718) 324-3531
Fax: (718) 798-0628
Parish Email Address:
[email protected]
[email protected]
Parish Clergy
Rev. Cyprian Onyeihe, Administrator
Rev. James Sheehan, Sunday Mass Associate
Sacrament of Baptism (for Infants):
Parents must be active members of our Parish and are
required to attend one session of baptismal instruction
held on Tuesdays from 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Please call
the rectory to make the necessary arrangements.
Nativity of Our Blessed Lady Convent
1534 East 233rd St Bronx, N.Y. 10472
Parish Website:
www.nativityofourblessedlady.org
Nativity of Our Blessed Lady School
3893 Dyre Ave, Bx., N.Y. 10466
Office: (718) 324-2188
School Website and Email Address
www.nativityofourblessedlady.org
[email protected]
Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time/ Septimo Domingo de Tiempo Ordianrio
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Weekly Mass Intentions
Sunday, February 23, 2014
9:30AM- Andrew Vavrica (deceased)
Req: Vavrica Family
Special mention: Constanza and Rose Lala
Req: Serafina Gallosso
11:00AM- Jose Corliel (difunto)
Req: Ibelice Corliel
12:30PM- David and Yolanda Diaz (deceased)
Req: Diaz Family
Monday, February 24, 2014
Readings: (James 3:13-18; Mark 9:14-29)
9:00AM- Johannas Gabriel Augusta (deceased)
Req: Augusta Family
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Readings: (James 4:1-10; Mark 9:30-37)
7:00 AM- Intentions of Thomas Casey and Laura Pitgna
Req: Maureen Casey
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Readings: (James 4:13-17; Mark 9:38-40)
7:00AMThursday, February 27, 2014
Readings: (James 5:1-6; Mark 9:41-50)
7:00AMFriday, February 28, 2014
Votive Mass of the Sacred Heart of Jesus on Friday
Readings: (James 5:9-12; Mark 810:1-12)
7:00AM- Jeanette Vazquez (deceased)
Req: Aida and Angel Alejandro
Saturday, March 1, 2014
Saturday Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Readings: (James 5:13-20; Mark 10:13-16)
9:00AMNOTE: Please send your completed mass request envelope with
the stipend to the rectory office or place it in the collection basket.
You may call the rectory for availability of dates. Remember, it is
one intention per mass.
NOTA: Por favor mande su sobre de “Intenciones de Misa” con su
contribución a la rectoría. Puede llamar a la rectoría para la
disponibilidad de fechas. Recuerde que se permite solo una
intención por Misa.
Parishioners:
We warmly welcome all new members into our parish
family. It is our hope you find our parish community a
place where your faith will continue to grow daily through
spiritual nourishment. Please register to become a member
of the parish, during office hours, early enough to avoid
delays with participation in Baptism, Marriage and Religion
Classes. Please endeavor to let the parish know when there
is change of address or relocation. You are also invited to
participate in parish affairs through the Parish Council,
Youth Ministry, and assist at Liturgical functions as lector,
altar servers, choir member or ushers. All of these activities
are important to our Parish life.
Parroquianos:
Damos la bienvenida a los nuevos miembros de nuestra
familia parroquial. Esperamos que encuentre en la
comunidad un lugar en donde su fe continuará creciendo
diariamente con alimento espiritual. Por favor regístrese en
la rectoría lo antes posible para evitar demores en la
participación del Bautismo, Casamiento, y otros
sacramentos. Por favor contacte la rectoría cuando haya un
cambio de domicilio. Usted también está invitado a tomar
parte en asuntos de la parroquia en el Consejo Parroquial, el
Ministerio de Juventud, y para participar en funciones
Litúrgicas como lector, servidores de altar, miembro del
coro o acomodadores.
Mission Statement of the Church of the Nativity of Our
Blessed Lady
We are ALL called by the Father, sent by the Son, and
empowered by the Holy Spirit, we pledge ourselves to
work for the glory of God and the good of God’s people.
We commit ourselves also to honoring the diversity
among us and strengthening and deepening the unity.
Declaración de Misión de la
Iglesia de la Natividad de Nuestra Señora
TODOS estamos llamados por el Padre, enviados por el
Hijo, y fortalecidos por el poder del Espíritu Santo, nos
comprometemos a trabajar por la gloria de Dios y el bien del
pueblo de Dios. Nos comprometemos también a honrar la
diversidad entre nosotros fortaleciendo y profundizando la
unidad.
Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time/ Septimo Domingo de Tiempo Ordianrio
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Parishioners’ Weekly Contributions
Collection Total
Mass Times
Please Pray for the sick:
Aracelis Alejandro
Ana Amador
Matthew Bell
Rev. Jaime Duenas
Jariel (“Jerry”) Felicies
Samuel Garcia
Patricia Gill
Rev. Rudolph Gonzalez
Pansy Hamilton
Ghislaine Jacobs
Sherri Long
Leticia Mena
Juana Moreira
Susan Moutscher
Joan Revan
Shaneque Rollings
Cyprian Ruiz
Marina Vazquez
Brunilda Viera
Wendy White
Please call the rectory to submit the name of an ill
family member or friend.
9:30am (English)
11:00am (Spanish)
12:30pm (English)
Sunday Mass Total
$784.43
$481.00
$276.22
$1,541.65
2014 Cardinal’s Appeal
2014 Goal: $14,000.00
Pledged: $2,475.00
Collected: $1,285.00
Outstanding/Pendiente: $1,190.00
Number of Pledges/
Numero de Promesas: 8
The Pillar of the Church Committee
Pillars Monthly Goal: $3,000.00
December 2013: $1,220.00
January 2014: $1,870.00
The Sanctuary Lamp
was donated
in honor of the
Divine Mercy
And for the Intentions of
Mary, Wendy, and Keneth White
A special “thank you” to the members of this
committee for their unique efforts for our parish!
God loves a cheerful giver. Thank you for your continuous
support of our parish.
Dios ama a un donante alegre. Gracias por su apoyo
continuo de nuestra parroquia.
Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time/ Septimo Domingo de Tiempo Ordianrio
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Noticias Parroquial
Próximos Eventos Especiales
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Viaje a Atlantic City el sábado, 5 de abril. El
precio del viaje será $40.00 por persona. Las
reservaciones deben incluir un depósito. Por
favor hable con Aida Alejandro para mas
detalles.
En preparación para nuestro viaje al cine el 22 de
marzo, tendramos una serie de pelicula sobre
“La Biblia” empezando el próximo lunes, 3 de
marzo en la iglesia a las 7pm. Todos están
invitados.
La parroquia será la anfitriona del Centro de
Donante de Sangre de Nueva York en una
campaña de donación de sangre.
Actividades Actuales
-Acompáñenos para rezar el Santo Rosario los sábados,
inmediatamente después de la Misa de las 9:00 am, en honor a la
Santísima Virgen María.
-La Sociedad del Rosario del Altar da la bienvenida a nuevos
miembros. Para todas las damas interesadas por favor venga al rezo
del santo rosario los sabados después de la Misa de 9:00am.
-La Sociedad del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus se reúne cada primer
domingo del mes despues de la Misa del las 11:00am.
-El programa de instrucción religiosa (catequesis) se lleva a cabo
los sábados de 10:00am a 11:30am en el auditorio de la escuela.
Para mas información por favor hable con Edna Augusta,
coordinadora del programa, 917-346-5378.
-Todos están invitados a asistir a las reuniones de El Grupo de
Oración los miércoles de 7:00 a 9:00pm en la Iglesia. Para más
información por favor hable con la Sra. Aida Alejandro (718-9943428).
-Adoración semanal u Hora Santa (en inglés) a las 7:00pm en la
iglesia.
La campana tendrá lugar el 9 de marzo en el
auditorio de la escuela de 9am-3:30pm.
Los feligreses interesados en participar pueden
firmar la hoja de inscripción en el tablón de
anuncios en la entrada de la iglesia.
¿Estás considerando una escuela primaria católica para su
hijo? ¿Está usted interesado en aprender más acerca de las
escuelas católicas que atienden a niños en los grados PreKindergarten hasta el grado 8 en el condado de Nordeste y Este
Bronx?
Inscríbase para visitar una escuela católica en “Los Martes de
Visita” por cita. “Los Martes de Visita” son jornadas de visitas
universales en las escuelas primarias católicas de la Arquidiócesis
de Nueva York programados periódicamente durante todo el año
escolar.
Se requiere previamente que se inscriban. Para inscribirse, por
favor llame al (347) 733-5103. Para un asistente bilingüe, llame
al (646) 794 a 2885.
Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time/ Septimo Domingo de Tiempo Ordianrio
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Parish News
On–Going Activity Reminders
Special Upcoming Events
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Parish Trip to Atlantic City, Saturday,
April 5th. The cost will be $40.00 person.
Reservations must include a deposit. Please
see Aida Alejandro for more details.
In preparation for our trip to the movies on
March 22nd to see “The Son of God”, we will
be screening “The Bible” miniseries starting
Monday, March 3rd at 7pm in the Church.
On Sunday, March 9, 2014 the parish will host
the New York Blood Donor Center in a Blood
Drive. The Drive will take place in the school
auditorium from 9am-3:30pm. Parishioners
interested in participating can sign the sign-up sheet
on the bulletin board at the entrance of the church.
-Join us to pray the Holy Rosary on Saturdays, immediately
after the 9:00am Mass, in honor of our Blessed Mother Mary.
- The Altar Rosary Society welcomes new members. Any
ladies interested in joining this group, please come to Saturday
prayer of the Rosary after the 9am Mass.
-The Sacred Heart of Jesus Society meets the 1st Sunday of
every month following the 11:00am Mass.
-The Religious Education Program takes place on Saturdays
(September –May) from 10:00am to 11:30am in the Nativity
School Auditorium. For more information, please speak to
Edna Augusta, program coordinator,
917-346-5378.
-Spanish Charismatic Prayer Group and Adoration on
Wednesdays, 7:00PM-9:00PM. (For more information please
contact, Mrs. Aida Alejandro, 718-994-3428)
-Weekly Adoration or Holy Hour (in English) Thursdays
from 7:00pm to 9:00pm in the church.
Are you considering Catholic Education for your child? Are you
interested in learning more about Catholic schools serving
children of the NE and E Bronx in grades Pre-Kindergarten
th
through 8 ?
If so, please register to visit our schools on TOURING TUESDAYS,
TOURING TUESDAYS are universal open houses scheduled
periodically throughout the year at Catholic elementary schools
across the Archdiocese of New York. Pre-registration is required.
To register, please call (347) 733-5103. To reach a bilingual
assistant, please call (646) 794-2885.
Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time/ Septimo Domingo de Tiempo Ordianrio
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Saints of the Week/Santos de la Semana
St. Polycarp/ San Policarpo (February 23rd)
Celebrating Black History Month: The Saints
St. Cyprian of Carthage/ San
Cipriano de Cartago
(September 16th)
Biography/Biografia
http://www.ewtn.com/saintsHoly
/saints/P/stpolycarp.asp
(English)
http://www.ewtn.com/spanish/Sa
ints/Policarpo.htm (Espanol)
Biography:
http://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?sai
nt_id=6198 (English)
Biografia:http://mercaba.org/TESORO/san_
cipriano.htm (espanol)
Prayer of St. Cyrian of Carthage
For Prisoners and Correction Officers
St. Tarasius/ San
Tarsicio
(February 25th)
Biography/Biografia
http://www.ewtn.com/saintsHol
y/saints/T/sttarasius.asp
(English)
http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tar
sicio (espanol)
St. Gabriel of Our
Lady of Sorrows/
San Gabriel de la
Dolorosa
(27 de febrero)
Biography/Biografia
http://www.ewtn.com/span
ish/Saints/Gabriel_de_la_
Dolorosa.htm (Espanol)
Most gracious Father,
bless with your special care
all penitentiaries and homes of refuge.
Look with pity on those who are housed there.
Guide and protect those who have returned to the world.
Grant all of them true contrition for past sins,
and strengthen them in their good resolutions.
Lead them along from grace to grace
so that by the help of the Holy Spirit
they may persevere in the ways of obedience and humility,
and in the struggle against evil thoughts and desires.
Grant the Holy Spirit
to those engaged in teaching and training them,
that they might have a right judgment
with respect to those entrusted to them.
May they labour for love of your with deep humility
and singleness of purpose,
purity of heart and life,
and true zeal for your glory
and the salvation of souls.
Give them faith and love
to sustain them in disappointment,
love and patience toward those under them,
and in your own good time
crown their work with an eternal recompense.
Amen.
Source: http://www.catholicdoors.com/prayers/english/p00372.htm
Oracion de San Cipriano
San Cipriano, suplico que aquellos que estén ligados con hechizos,
embrujos, y poseidos del maligno, les desateis, les desembrujeis,
para que el lobo rabioso no tenga dominio sobre __________
(nombre).
San Cipriano, ruego preservarme de todos los maleficios, arterías,
perfidias de Lucifer; cuidad la vista y el pensamiento mio; sean
llenos de confunsión los que atentan contra mi vida, que mis
enemigos sean confundidos y alejados, mantenedme triunfante
sobre ellos eternamente.
Amen.
Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time/ Septimo Domingo de Tiempo Ordianrio
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Save the Dates
Catholic Underground
Hosted by the Franciscan Friars of the
Renewal
Catholic Underground is a monthly meeting of Catholic
teens and young adults for a 1 hour adoration and
meditation, followed by a concert and refreshments in the
basement of the church.
Date: Saturday, March 1st
Departure Time and Place: 5:30pm
(meeting in front of Nativity church)
Place of Event: Our Lady of Good
Counsel
East 90th street between 2nd and
3rd Ave in Manhattan
The event begins at 7:30pm
Return Time: 10:30pm
Light refreshments are served at the church,
however we advise everyone to bring a snack
or money to purchase food before leaving
Nativity.
We hope all of you can join us!
Please RSVP by Sunday, February 23rd.
Permission Slips Available, see Edna Augusta
“Son of God”
(“El Hijo De Dios)
Date/Fecha: Saturday, March 22nd
Place/Lugar: Co-Op City, Bay Plaza AMC
Movie Theater
Time/Hora: To be determined
Tickets will be Available upon order/
Boletos disponible cuando pedidio
$15.00 –Adults/ Adultos
$10.00-Children/ Ninos
Please let us know if you can offer to carpool.
In anticipation of this film trip, we will be screening
“The Bible” Film Series during our Lenten Film Series
starting Monday, March 3rd, 2014.