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Our Vision and Mission Statement guides our pastoral planning
Established in 1922, the parish
family of St. John the Baptist Church
welcomes and invites all people to our
community, especially those in need.
Guided by the Holy Spirit we are
sustained by the Sunday Eucharist,
the Word of God, and the
Sacraments. All are encouraged to
share their time, talent and treasure
as we grow in love through our Catho-
lic faith and the life, death and resur-
rection of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
PASTORAL STAFF
Phone: 631-929-4339
Pastor: Father Frank Schneider, ext. 16 pastor@stjohnthebaptistchurch.org
Deacon: Fred Finter, ext. 44 deaconfred@stjohnthebaptistchurch.org
Deacon: Vincent Pozzolano, ext. 45 v7vac@hotmail.com
Faith Formation Coordinator: Mrs. Jane Oliva, ext. 12 reled@stjohnthebaptistchurch.org
Outreach Director: Deborah O’Hare, ext. 22 stjohnsparishoutreach@gmail.com
Music Coordinator: Liz McNeill (631) 495-8913 emcneill@stjohnthebaptistchurch.org
Youth Minister: Michael Clauberg, ext. 18 youth@stjohnthebaptistchurch.org
Pastoral Assistant: Barbara Johnston
Bookkeeper: Lindsay Finter, ext. 17 lfinter@stjohnthebaptistchurch.org
Receptionist: Sue Kozakiewicz, ext. 10 office@stjohnthebaptistchurch.org
Preschool
Director: Mrs. Gayle Mercurio, ext. 14 preschool@stjohnthebaptistchurch.org
Secretary: Susan Plattner, ext. 19 preschool@stjohnthebaptistchurch.org
Maintenance: Servio Ortiz
Weekend Priest Assistants: Father Ted Howard and Msgr. John Bennett
Parish Outreach Hours: Tues & Thurs 10am-2pm; Tues 7-8:30pm
Parish Office Hours
Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Website: www.stjohnthebaptistchurch.org General Mailbox/Front Desk: ext. 10. Contact us by email: office@stjohnthebaptistchurch.org
Pastoral Council Members, 2019-2020
Dan Bealey
Linda Bealey
Rosemary Desimone
Dr. Barbara Fontana (trustee)
Michelle Gaffney
Michelle Gallucci
Kevin Heavey
Vinny Manzello
Maria Maxell
Rich Rossin (trustee)
Finance Committee, 2019-2020
Dr. Barbara Fontana, Trustee, ex officio
Richard Rossin, Trustee, ex officio
John Dennehy, Chair
Steven Gallagher
John Hauser
Robert Lutz
Lisa Kelly
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Faith Formation begins
next week,
September 22, 2019!
We have 450 young people in Faith Formation.
We have 39 Catechists,
and we are looking for just one more!
(Might it be you?)
1st Graders will be part of the 9:15 Mass, September, 22.
Home Study Parents Meeting: Tuesday, 9/17, 6:30 p.m.
(second floor of parish center)
Registration is now closed.
Should a family still need to register
we will do our best to accommodate you.
Please contact Jane Oliva.
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The Mass Intention Book for the coming year is now open.
Please make your arrangements by visiting the Parish Office in person.
Mass intentions are on a first-come, first-served basis. Starting in
October we will be able to take requests by telephone or email.
At this time, please be aware that up to four announced masses can be
arranged. This will give everyone more of an opportunity for the masses
they would like.
Thank you for your understanding.
Parish Office Hours: Mon-Thurs, 9-5.
St. John’s Preschool 40th Anniversary
Next Sunday, September 22nd!
Join us at the 11:15 mass
and ask God’s blessings on all those
who have been part of our Preschool!
Reception following in the parish hall
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Upcoming Events
Fall, 2019
September 15th: Blessing of the Catechists
September 16th: Youth Group pizza night
September 22nd: 40th Anniversary of Preschool
September 22nd: Faith Formation begins
October 4th: Blessings of the Animals
October 5th: K of C Spaghetti Dinner
October 20th: Celebration of Ministries
...and more to come!
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Bulletin Series 2018-2019
Understanding the Mass
45. Hands at “Our Father”
At Mass in some parishes, people hold hands while
they pray the Lord’s Prayer and raise them while
proclaiming “for the kingdom.” The General Instruction
of the Roman Missal is silent on this point, so there is no
official universal legislation on the custom. Decisions
about this gesture are made locally.
The origins of this custom are not clear. There is little
evidence for it prior to Vatican II. It may have developed during the 1960s when we
struggled to overcome racism and strengthen unity.
The Lord’s Prayer seemed an appropriate time to join hands because it is one of
the few texts prayed aloud by everyone at Mass in the first person plural. The eucharistic
prayer is in the first person plural, but the priest recites it alone. “Lord, I am not worthy”
is prayed by everyone, but in the first person singular.
The Lord’s Prayer, though, goes to God from “us”—not “My Father, give me my
daily bread and forgive me my trespasses.” Jesus taught us to pray as a community, not
as individuals.
The priest extends his hands for the Lord’s Prayer (GIRM 152), as he does for
other prayers at Mass. At a concelebrated Mass, the other priests do the same (237).
But there is no instruction for the people.
Not everyone joins hands for the Lord’s Prayer. Some people make no gesture.
Others fold their hands. The posture with the most historical, liturgical and theological
value is the one the priest takes: standing up with hands extended. In the early church,
this was how all Christians prayed. To pray with hands aloft does not join hands, but it
does join hearts with generations of Christians past.
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Paul Turner
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Information Night How Does Someone Become a Catholic?
How Does a Catholic get confirmed? for Family Members, Friends, and those who have any
questions about the Catholic Church. Date: Wednesday, September 25th Time: 7:00-8:00 p.m. Place: Church Presenter: Fr. Frank
Linus Ministry
The Linus Ministry will resume after
its summer hiatus on this Thursday,
September 20. Its members meet on the
third Thursday of the month September
through June in the parish hall from 10
AM to 12 Noon. The members crochet
and knit blankets for those who are ill
and/or homebound. If you would like to
get involved in our parish life through
this ministry, please call the Outreach Office at 929-4339 ext. 22.
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August Numbers
121 Families
32 Seniors
54 Adults
91 Children
We are so grateful for all that you do to
make this possible!!
Peggy’s Pantry Needs
Mustard
Mayonnaise
Ketchup
Pancake Mix
Coffee
Laundry soap
St. John’s Preschool Registration Now Open for 2019-2020!!
For ages 18 Months to 5 Years Old. Flexible schedules available!
Call us anytime to arrange for a tour!
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United States Catholic Conference of Bishops https://www.usccb.org
The readings are available in printed form and also you can listen to them on audio
Catholic Online https://www.catholic.org/bible/daily_reading/
Deacon Keith Fournier’s video of the readings
Mass Presiders
This Weekend:
Deacons Preach
Saturday, Sept 14, 5:00 p.m.
Father Frank
Sunday, Sept 15, 7:30 a.m.
Father Frank
Sunday, Sept 15, 9:15 a.m.
Father Frank
Sunday, Sept 15, 11:15 a.m.
Msgr. Bennett
Next Weekend:
Saturday, Sept 21, 5:00 p.m.
Father Ted Howard
Sunday, Sept 22, 7:30 a.m.
Msgr. Bennett
Sunday, Sept 22, 9:15 a.m.
Father Frank
Sunday, Sept 22, 11:15 a.m.
Father Frank
SUNDAY READINGS
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Please consider “automated giving” as you reflect on support of
our parish family! The fruitful ministries at our parish are examples of how
many of you have answered, and continue to answer, that
call. To ensure such work can continue requires not only
gifts of time, but also of financial help. I ask you to
prayerfully consider supporting our parish with electronic
donations through Faith Direct. You can find paper
enrollment forms in the parish office, or you can sign up
online at www.faithdirect.net by using our church code, NY67.
Special Collections:
9/8 Catholic University
9/22 St. Pius X
9/29 Outreach
2019 Catholic Ministries Appeal Goal $47,500
Pledges $21,385
Over (Under) ($26,115)
Donors 91
Percent of Goal 45%
Payments $17,080
God is always waiting for us to
come back to Him. Make a point to
go to confession this week, even if it
has been a long time since your last
one! Priests are always willing to
help you out with the prayers and
God is always waiting for you with
open arms. WEEKLY COLLECTION
Sunday, September 8 $ 6,132.00
Faith Direct $ 2,766.37
Total $ 8,898.37
Hurricane Dorian Collection $ 2,655.00
This Time Last Year:
Sunday Collection $ 6,398.50
Faith Direct $ 2,645.77
Total $ 9,044.27
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Upcoming Baptism Dates
October 6
October 20
November 3
December 1
Please remember
the faithful departed
in your prayers.
May they rest in peace.
Monday, September 16, 9am
For the Parishioners of St. John the Baptist
Tuesday, September 17, 9am
Richard Scheschowitz
Wednesday, September 18, 9am
Robin Amper
Thursday, September 19, 9am
Jeffrey LaPorta
Saturday, September 21, 5pm
Richard William Corcoran
Constance LoMonte
Lois Dunne
Sunday, September 22,
7:30am
Larry Dipalma
9:15am
Martin J. Doherty
11:15am
Henry T and Agnes Young
For those serving in the Military Michael Brennan, Patrick Hanley, Jeffrey L. Beilman Jr.,
Ryan Santiro, Thomas G. Verbeeck, Michelle Verbeeck,
Joseph DeMonte IV, Nicholas Altman, Michael Anderson,
Devin Henry, Marielle Verbeeck, Cassidy Vail, Evan
Purdy, Sean Tully, Sean Brady, Gregory Walter
For the Homebound, the Sick and in Hospice Care Elizabeth Wiwczar, John Ryan
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All are invited to the recitation of the Rosary after the 9 a.m. daily mass and Tuesday evenings at 7:30
Eucharistic Adoration
The Blessed Sacrament is exposed for Adoration on the main
altar in the church every Wednesday afternoon,
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Please join us for prayer and Adoration!
2:00 p.m. Rosary for Life;
3:00 p.m. Chaplet of Divine Mercy.
In Memoriam
Should you like to donate the candles, bread, wine for the
celebration of the Eucharist, especially in memory of a loved one,
please contact the Parish Office, 631-929-4339, ext 10.
All are welcome to join the monthly
healing service on the first Saturday of
every month. 9 a.m.
Monday—Thursday
9:00 a.m.
WEEKLY PARISH CALENDAR
SACRAMENTS (Please see the Parish Website for full details)
Celebration of the Eucharist
Saturday, 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, 7:30 a.m., 9:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
Summer Masses (last Sunday of June thru Labor Day), Sat, 5:00 p.m., Sun, 7:30 & 10:15
Daily Mass: Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m.
Holydays of Obligation: posted in bulletin and website
Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) Saturday, 4:00pm to 4:45pm.
Please feel free to call Fr. Frank and make an appointment to celebrate the sacrament.
Baptism We suggest that you contact us before your child is born! Call or email the Parish Office.
Baptisms are scheduled at least once a month (Sunday) throughout the year.
For more information please visit the parish website (under “Sacraments”).
Marriage Contact the Parish Office so that we can arrange the marriage interview and set your date.
Anointing of the Sick Call the Parish Office, or speak to Father Frank before/after Mass.
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