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The Parish of the Holy Cross
95 Nichols Road + Nesconset, NY 11767 + 631.265.2200 + www.pothc.org
WE CELEBRATE EUCHARIST
Monday—Thursday: 9:00 A.M. (Chapel)
Saturday: 5:00 P.M.
Sunday: 8:00 A.M. + 9:30 A.M. + 11:30 A.M.
WE CELEBRATE RECONCILIATION
Saturday: 3:45 P.M.—4:30 P.M.
or call Father Michael for an appointment.
WE CELEBRATE BAPTISM
Baptisms are celebrated on the second and last Sunday
of each month at 1 P.M. Please contact the Parish
Office for more information.
WE CELEBRATE WEDDINGS
Couples should contact the Parish Office at least six
months in advance of the proposed wedding date.
LET ALL BE WELCOMED AS CHRIST!
Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time - August 7, 2016
Come and pray with us!
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We are here for you!
Rev. Michael F. Holzmann Pastor
Ms. Ellen Fox Director of Religious Education
Mrs. Connie Calabro Mrs. Mary Anne Mc Culloch Co-Coordinators of Parish Outreach
Mrs. Judith Pickel Pastoral Associate
631.265.2200 + Fax 631.265.2229 + [email protected] Parish Summer Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM (closed 12:15-1:00 PM)
Deacon Ralph Rivera Pastoral Minister
Mrs. Elizabeth Shea Business Manager
Mr. Brian Reich Director of Music Ministry
Mr. Salvatore Finocchiaro Coordinator of Youth Ministries
PASTORAL TEAM
PASTORAL STAFF
Mrs. Jane Wirth Parish Secretary
Mr. Edward Guise Mr. Gerald Farrell Custodians
Mrs. Mary Inghilterra Weekend Sacristan
Mr. James Reiss Religious Education Secretary ([email protected])
Dr. Vincent Mazurek Music Minister
Celebrants for Next Weekend’s Masses
August 13th/14th
5:00 PM Fr. Michael
8:00 AM Fr. Michael
9:30 AM Fr. Michael
11:30 AM Fr. Michael
Scripture Readings for August 14, 2016 + Jeremiah 38:4-6, 8-10
+ Hebrews 12:1-4
+ Luke 12:49-53
Banns of Marriage
Second Time
Megan Stanley & Michael Rocker
Third Time
Lauren Grimmell & Gregory Arnold Joanna DiGiovanna & Dominic Garrambone
Mass Intentions Schedule
Week of August 7th, 9 AM Mass
Mon. Andrea Wolf
Tue. Yvonne Barto (living)
Wed. Richard Jankay
Thu. Joseph Cappiello
Saturday, August 13th, 5 PM Mass
Harvey Reis, Robert Filce, James Starace, Domenic
Ligotti, Thomas Mills Sr.
Sunday, August 14th, 20th Sun. in Ordinary Time
8:00 AM People of the Parish
9:30 AM Salvatore Ganci
11:30 AM Dr. Donna McCaffrey, Sue Melillo,
Laurie Belfiore, Victor Chersevani,
Patrick Graziose
New Life in Christ New Life in Christ
The Bread and Wine have
been donated
for special intentions
August 7-20, 2016
by the Stumbo family
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Summer Projects - Part 2
Remembering our Sick
Please pray for those in our parish who are sick, their families and caregivers: Bob DeFilippis
by Father Michael Last week I shared with you how I built a little workshop in the house. That project really was not planned ahead of time. It began with my wanting to sort out a box of nuts and bolts, and it unexpectedly, but happily, grew into a major undertaking. My other project that consumed my efforts has been in the planning stages for a few years now. In the parish house there is a rather long hallway. On one side there are windows that face the front yard, on the other a long blank wall. I have been thinking for some time now that the blank wall would be a great place to create a collage of “neat stuff” from my life. So, for the past few weeks I have been hanging little shelves, picture frames and some track lighting (I definitely needed help on that part of the project). I’ve been going through boxes of all different kinds of little mementos I have collected over the years; some of them are from my childhood, and some are from different parishes where I served. I have many photos from family, travels and pastoral assignments. It has been a lot of work to go through everything, but also a delightful stroll down memory lane. There are still many picture frames to fill. It will take a while to complete this undertaking, but I am pleased with what has taken place up to this point. I will never again live in a place where I have so much personal space. Over the years I have acquired lots of stuff. I thought if I cannot make use of it here and now, I will never have another opportunity like this again. As much stuff as I have taken out and put on display, I still have a whole lot more stuff tucked away. It was appropriate for me that the gospel last week was about the foolish man who thought his task was to build bigger barns for all his stuff. That is what I initially thought, “Where should I store all the extra stuff I still have?” I have come to the conclusion, it is now time to be reducing barn space; just because I have an entire basement doesn’t mean I need to keep it filled. For the seven years before I came to Holy Cross I was Chaplain at St. John the Baptist High School. For a variety of reasons, during that time I lived in four different rectories. You would have thought that moving all that stuff so many times would have inspired me to look at what I have been hauling around. But, it has taken me some time to come to that conclusion. If all goes well, you may notice a few extra garbage cans at the end of my driveway. As part of the project I placed on the wall a quote from Psalm 4, “What can bring us happiness?” many say. Several years ago on retreat that line jumped out to me. Where and what will bring happiness? For me, the treasures that I display all remind me of the good people and rich blessings that have been part of my life. While we cannot hold onto everything that has been part of our lives, we can remind ourselves of the moments, people and places that have brought us closer to God.
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Adeline Patricia Clifford Bryce Timothy Cullen Ellie Pauline Curcio Lily Reese Cusick Cassidy Rae Davis
Bella Christina Hanania Anthony John Lewin
Juliette Petrina Martocci Brandon Thomas Mayer Joseph James McHugh
Gerard Anthony O’Connor Evalynn Helene Seidl
Isabella Sofia Siciliano Aoife Aura Spoonley
Giovanna Grace Troccoli
Holy Cross welcomes
these children baptized in July
Praying for Our Military
In March of this year we began a list of names of those from our community who serve in the Armed Forces. We publish the list on the first Sunday of each month. Each name is automatically listed for six months. We ask that you contact the Parish Office if you wish to add a name or continue a name for an additional six months. Due to bulletin deadlines, all prayer requests to the Parish Office should be made by the 20
th of the
month prior to publication. May God bless all who serve our nation. Pray for peace!
FC3 Lane Dyar Sgt. Daniel Frost WO Christopher Kaminsky Pvt. Michael Knipper Lt. Jennifer Kollmar Spc. Ryan Mauldin Lt. Ryan Montvydas IT3 Jason Mulderig
Hearing Devices For parishioners who have difficulty hearing,
Holy Cross has individual devices which can
amplify sound. They are simple to use and
work for those who wear hearing aids and
those who do not. If you are interested in
using one of these devices, please see the
Sacristan or an Usher prior to Mass.
Gluten Free Hosts
For parishioners who have Celiac Disease or
a gluten sensitivity, Holy Cross has gluten
free hosts. If you would like to receive a
gluten free host during Communion, please
inform the Sacristan prior to Mass.
Special Collection
Next weekend, August
13/14, at the Offertory we
will also be collecting for
our Repairs and Major
Renovations fund.
Remember “Kevin Bacon”
Don’t forget to feed “Kevin Bacon” your quarters when you come to Mass on Sundays! Your donation benefits Heifer International.
PARISH NEWS
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS
SUMMER FUN!
Join us for Movie Night!
Bring a lawn chair, and join us for a fun Movie Night on the lawn of the Parish House on Monday, August 8th at 7:30 pm. Park in the Church parking lot and follow the signs to the path to the house. The movie
will be: Field of Dreams!
Help Wanted - Religious Education Secretary The Parish of the Holy Cross in Nesconset, NY is seeking a Religious Education Secretary (18 to 20 hours a week) to become part of an enthusiastic team. Applicants must have good knowledge of the Catholic faith. Strong organizational, interpersonal and multi-tasking skills are essential along with excellent computer proficiency in Word and Excel, as well as the ability to learn our parish software. As a ministry, this position requires some flexibility and pastoral sensitivity to the parish’s 3000 families. Resumes must be submitted no later than August 19, 2016. Please mail (or email) a cover letter and resume to Parish of the Holy Cross, Att: Ellen Fox, Director Religious Education, 95 Old Nichols Road, Nesconset, New York 11767. ([email protected])
Catechists Needed!
The Religious Education program is looking for Catechists to help in
our one to one Monday afternoon program. Anyone who has worked
with special needs children is encouraged to inquire as to how they can
assist in the Faith Formation of children. Please call Ellen Fox, the
DRE, at 631-265-2200 ext. 12. Thank you!
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PARISH OUTREACH
OUTREACH COLLECTS SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Our final collection of NEW school supplies for students in grades K thru HS will take place next weekend.
Our Wish List includes:
1. Basic School Supplies 2. BACKPACKS for all ages 3. FLASH DRIVES 4. Gift Cards from Payless Shoes 5. Cash or Check designated for “SNEAKERS.”
Donations may be left at the “SCHOOL HOUSE” in the Atrium or brought directly to the Outreach Office. *PLEASE MARK THE AMOUNT on all Gift Cards*
Any families who find it difficult to purchase school supplies for their children are invited to take advantage of this program. Please feel free to call (265-2200 x13) or stop by the Outreach Office.
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Youth Ministry
Hi Everyone! Are you in high school?
Do you want to make new friends as
you play fun games and activities?
Do you want to build more of an
understanding about yourself and
your faith? Then check out the Holy
Cross Youth Group!
Here are our upcoming Youth
Summer Events:
Friday, August 12:
Youth Outdoor
Movie Night! 8:30 -
10:30PM in the
Church courtyard!
If you have any questions or
concerns, please do not hesitate to
contact Sal Finocchiaro, the
Coordinator of Youth Ministries, at:
or call the Parish Office. :-)
YOUTH NEWS
Children’s Liturgy of the Word is in Need of Helpers!
Children's Liturgy of the Word will
resume on September 11, 2016 at
the 11:30AM Mass in the Fr. Joe
Room.
This is an opportunity for the
children of our parish, from
Kindergarten to 3rd grade, to
experience the Word of God at
their level, in an interactive setting.
We are looking for additional
helpers for the fall. The time
commitment is dependent on the
number of helpers we have. And,
community service hours are
available, if needed.
If you are in grades 4th to 12th and
are interested in helping out or
want more information, please
contact Karyn at 631-648-3594.
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PARISH NEWS
Anointing of the Sick In the past, people received the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick only when they were
gravely ill. However, the Church believes that the Anointing of the Sick should be
experienced while we are still able to be aware of God’s peaceful presence within us.
You are strongly encouraged to receive this Sacrament if you are
having upcoming surgery, are dealing with a chronic or debilitating
illness, are suffering from addiction, mental health issues or frailty.
On the first Sunday of each month, the Sacrament of the Anointing of
the Sick is offered after the 9:30 AM Mass. This Sunday, August 7th,
the Anointing will be offered.
BULLETIN ADS
Be a Bulletin Advertiser!
Did you know that the Holy Cross bulletin is printed for us each week free of charge?
Not only that, our parish receives a part of the
advertising commission. So, please frequent the fine
establishments that advertise in our bulletin!
If your business could use some exposure, consider
advertising in the bulletin. Each weekend, well over a
thousand people attend Mass at Holy Cross, most of
whom live and shop in Nesconset and the surrounding
areas. Also, our bulletin is on our website pothc.org and
reaches thousands of area families with information
about your business.
If you are interested in advertising, or would like more
information, please call Bill Richter of The Church Bulletin Inc. at 631-943-3639.
The Parish of the Holy Cross 95 Nichols Road + Nesconset, NY 11767 + 631.265.2200 + www.pothc.org
WE CELEBRATE EUCHARIST Monday—Thursday: 9:00 A.M. (Chapel) Saturday: 5:00 P.M. Sunday: 8:00 A.M. + 9:30 A.M. + 11:30 A.M. WE CELEBRATE RECONCILIATION Saturday: 3:45 P.M.—4:30 P.M. or call Father Michael for an appointment.
WE CELEBRATE BAPTISM Baptisms are celebrated on the second and last Sunday of each month at 1 P.M. Please contact the Parish Office for more information.
WE CELEBRATE WEDDINGS Couples should contact the Parish Office at least six months in advance of the proposed wedding date.
LET ALL BE WELCOMED AS CHRIST!
Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time - June 26, 2016
Come and pray with us!
For you were
called for
FREEDOM,
brothers and
sisters...use
your freedom
to serve one
another
through love.
For the whole
law is fulfilled
in one
statement,
namely,
You shall love
your neighbor
as yourself.
Galatians 5:13-14
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Will the Senate Pass
The Conscience
Protection Act?
On July 13th, the House of Representatives passed
the Conscience Protection Act, which provides
legal protections to doctors, nurses, hospitals and
all health care providers who choose not to provide
abortions.
“Whoever you are – whatever you believe – no one
would be forced to violate their conscience – least
of all by the federal government,” said House
Speaker Paul Ryan.
The United Sates Conference of Catholic Bishops
says this Conscience Protection Act closes several
loopholes in current law that are allowing States to
mandate abortions be performed or covered by
Catholic and other faith-based hospitals and health
care providers. “We’re grateful to those members
of both parties who support the civil rights of con-
science,” said New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan and
Baltimore Archbishop William Lori.
“Disturbing new actions to force healthcare providers
to participate in the destruction of human life cry out
for an immediate federal remedy.”
The USCCB, July 7, 2016.
The bill must now go to the Senate for approval and, if
passed, on to the President. Now is the time for
citizens to notify their senators how they feel about
freedom of conscience.
Will the Senate Pass
The Conscience
Protection Act?
On July 13th, the House of Representatives passed
the Conscience Protection Act, which provides
legal protections to doctors, nurses, hospitals and
all health care providers who choose not to provide
abortions.
“Whoever you are – whatever you believe – no one
would be forced to violate their conscience – least
of all by the federal government,” said House
Speaker Paul Ryan.
The United Sates Conference of Catholic Bishops
says this Conscience Protection Act closes several
loopholes in current law that are allowing States to
mandate abortions be performed or covered by
Catholic and other faith-based hospitals and health
care providers. “We’re grateful to those members
of both parties who support the civil rights of con-
science,” said New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan and
Baltimore Archbishop William Lori.
“Disturbing new actions to force healthcare providers
to participate in the destruction of human life cry out
for an immediate federal remedy.”
The USCCB, July 7, 2016.
The bill must now go to the Senate for approval and, if
passed, on to the President. Now is the time for
citizens to notify their senators how they feel about
freedom of conscience.
www.cffor.org
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
The Holy Cross Scripture
Study Group will meet on
the first and third Thursdays
of the month beginning
Thursday, September 15th.
Join us at 10AM in the Fr.
Joe Room.
SCRIPTURE STUDY
GOLDEN WEDDING
JUBILEE
This fall, couples that have been married fifty years or more will be honored at liturgies on Sunday, October 23, 2016 at the Church of St. Rose of Lima in Massapequa and on Sunday, November 6, 2016 at the Church of Christ the King in Commack. Both liturgies will begin at 2:30 PM. Couples may register for ONE liturgy. Registration forms and complete instructions can be obtained at your parish office. Registration must be received by the Office of Worship by October 7th for the October 23rd liturgy and by October 21st for the November 6th liturgy. There will be additional celebrations in the spring for those who may find that more convenient. Dates for the spring celebrations will be communicated at a later time. If you have any questions you may call 516-678-5800, extension 207.
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CASH CALENDAR
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Saturday, August 6th 3:45 - 4:45 PM
HOLY HOUR FOR PEACE Worship Area SCHOOL SUPPLIES COLLECTION 5PM Atrium
Sunday, August 7th All Masses
SCHOOL SUPPLIES COLLECTION Atrium ANOINTING OF THE SICK 10:30AM Worship Area VISIONING COMMITTEE 12:30-2PM Conference Rm.
Monday, August 8th 7:30 PM
MOVIE NITE Parish House
Saturday, August 13th 5:00 PM SCHOOL SUPPLIES COLLECTION Atrium
Sunday, August 14th All Masses
SCHOOL SUPPLIES COLLECTION Atrium BAPTISMS 1PM Worship Area
MEETINGS THIS WEEK
CATHOLIC MINISTRIES APPEAL UPDATE
Here is an update on the status of the Appeal here at Holy Cross:
Goal Pledges No. Donors Ave. Gift % of Goal
$62,900.00 $52,835.00 295 $179.10 84%
When payments reach 100% of our goal, we receive a rebate of 20% or $12,580. Please help
your community and your parish by supporting the CMA!
Congratulations to the following July Cash Calendar Winners!
CASH CALENDAR
Date Amount Name
7/1/2016 $50 Frank Gargiulo
7/2/2016 $50 Kevin McGuire
7/3/2016 $50 Barbara Walsh
7/4/2016 $500 The Reich Family
7/5/2016 $50 Holy Cross Food Pantry
7/6/2016 $50 Kathy Donnelly
7/7/2016 $50 Jim Mussler
7/8/2016 $50 Barbara Walsh
7/9/2016 $50 Holy Cross Food Pantry
7/10/2016 $50 Holy Cross Food Pantry
7/11/2016 $50 Rosaria Nastasi
7/12/2016 $50 Laura Holst
7/13/2016 $50 Ralph Rivera
7/14/2016 $50 Connie Lipnicki
7/15/2016 $50 Carol Terlaga
7/16/2016 $50 Jessica Mulderig
7/17/2016 $50 Arlene & Jerry Pisapia
7/18/2016 $50 Frank Gargiulo
7/19/2016 $50 Connie Lipnicki
7/20/2016 $50 Holy Cross Food Pantry
7/21/2016 $50 Linda Spahr
7/22/2016 $50 Pam Cotter
7/23/2016 $50 The Knipper Family
7/24/2016 $50 Elizabeth Sullivan
7/25/2016 $50 Lorraine Hicks
7/26/2016 $50 Joan Ward
7/27/2016 $50 Joe Brindisi
7/28/2016 $50 Laura Mercorelli
7/29/2016 $50 The Geary Family
7/30/2016 $50 Dottie Christensen
7/31/2016 $50 Evelyn Rivera
Date Amount Name
7/1/2016 $50 Frank Gargiulo
7/2/2016 $50 Kevin McGuire
7/3/2016 $50 Barbara Walsh
7/4/2016 $500 The Reich Family
7/5/2016 $50 Holy Cross Food Pantry
7/6/2016 $50 Kathy Donnelly
7/7/2016 $50 Jim Mussler
7/8/2016 $50 Barbara Walsh
7/9/2016 $50 Holy Cross Food Pantry
7/10/2016 $50 Holy Cross Food Pantry
7/11/2016 $50 Rosaria Nastasi
7/12/2016 $50 Laura Holst
7/13/2016 $50 Ralph Rivera
7/14/2016 $50 Connie Lipnicki
7/15/2016 $50 Carol Terlaga
7/16/2016 $50 Jessica Mulderig
7/17/2016 $50 Arlene & Jerry Pisapia
7/18/2016 $50 Frank Gargiulo
7/19/2016 $50 Connie Lipnicki
7/20/2016 $50 Holy Cross Food Pantry
7/21/2016 $50 Linda Spahr
7/22/2016 $50 Pam Cotter
7/23/2016 $50 The Knipper Family
7/24/2016 $50 Elizabeth Sullivan
7/25/2016 $50 Lorraine Hicks
7/26/2016 $50 Joan Ward
7/27/2016 $50 Joe Brindisi
7/28/2016 $50 Laura Mercorelli
7/29/2016 $50 The Geary Family
7/30/2016 $50 Dottie Christensen
7/31/2016 $50 Evelyn Rivera
Date Amount Name
7/1/2016 $50 Frank Gargiulo
7/2/2016 $50 Kevin McGuire
7/3/2016 $50 Barbara Walsh
7/4/2016 $500 The Reich Family
7/5/2016 $50 Holy Cross Food Pantry
7/6/2016 $50 Kathy Donnelly
7/7/2016 $50 Jim Mussler
7/8/2016 $50 Barbara Walsh
7/9/2016 $50 Holy Cross Food Pantry
7/10/2016 $50 Holy Cross Food Pantry
7/11/2016 $50 Rosaria Nastasi
7/12/2016 $50 Laura Holst
7/13/2016 $50 Ralph Rivera
7/14/2016 $50 Connie Lipnicki
7/15/2016 $50 Carol Terlaga
7/16/2016 $50 Jessica Mulderig
7/17/2016 $50 Arlene & Jerry Pisapia
7/18/2016 $50 Frank Gargiulo
7/19/2016 $50 Connie Lipnicki
7/20/2016 $50 Holy Cross Food Pantry
7/21/2016 $50 Linda Spahr
7/22/2016 $50 Pam Cotter
7/23/2016 $50 The Knipper Family
7/24/2016 $50 Elizabeth Sullivan
7/25/2016 $50 Lorraine Hicks
7/26/2016 $50 Joan Ward
7/27/2016 $50 Joe Brindisi
7/28/2016 $50 Laura Mercorelli
7/29/2016 $50 The Geary Family
7/30/2016 $50 Dottie Christensen
7/31/2016 $50 Evelyn Rivera
The Diocese of Rockville Centre Youth Ministry Night at Bethpage Ballpark!
Join the youth of the diocese for an exciting game of baseball! York Revolution vs. the Long Island Ducks – August 27, 2016 at 6:35pm. Enjoy a great game and beautiful fireworks with good friends! We have reserved tickets for this special game that can be purchased for $12 by contacting either Marianne Sheridan, Director for Youth Ministry at: [email protected] or Christine Fitzgerald, Youth Minister for Good Shepherd Parish at: [email protected] Deadline for purchasing tickets is August 15. Let’s make it a DRVC Family/Youth Night!
DRVC YOUTH MINISTRY
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