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The Parish of the Holy Cross
95 Nichols Road + Nesconset, NY 11767 + 631.265.2200 + www.pothc88.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!
Come and pray with us! 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 20, 2015
“If anyone wants to be first,
he must be the very last,
and the servant of all.”
Mark 9:35
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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 Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (closed 12:15-1:00 PM)
Deacon Ralph Rivera Pastoral Minister
Mrs. Loretta Tarter 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
Mrs. Elizabeth Shea Religious Education Secretary ([email protected])
Dr. Vincent Mazurek Music Minister
Mass Intentions Schedule
Week of September 20th, 9 AM Mass
Mon. Louise Rose
Tue. Natoli family (living & deceased)
Wed. Sal Longo
Thu. Victor Lamarque
Saturday, September 26th, 5PM Mass
John Miniaci, Thomas Hughes, Patrick Hughes,
CJ Irvin, Catherine Lombardi, Cathy Ann Lombardi
Sun., Sept. 27th, 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:00 AM Isabella Smith
9:30 AM Anthony Brady, Carmela Barbieri,
Vincenzo Scotto-Lavina, Donna Armine,
Frank Tutone
11:30 AM People of the Parish
New Life in Christ
Celebrants for Next Weekend’s Masses
September 26th/27th
5:00 PM Fr. Michael/Dcn. Ralph
8:00 AM Fr. Bob
9:30 AM Fr. Bob
11:30AM Fr. Michael/Dcn. Ralph
Scripture Readings for September 27th + Numbers 11:25-29
+ James 5:1-6
+ Mark 9:38-43,45,47-48
New Life in Christ
Remembering our Sick Please pray for those who are sick,
their families and caregivers:
Bernard Brady Loretto Narducci
Banns of Marriage First Time
Ryann Moloney & Frank Cordaro
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An Abundance of Life by Father Michael
This past week we had two wonderful celebrations here at Holy Cross. The first was the Parish Appreciation Barbeque held last Sunday afternoon. We had about 150 parishioners attend. The caterer we used, The Barbeque King, did an outstanding job in providing non-stop food for the entire afternoon. But, the best part of the day was simply allowing the spirit of Holy Cross to flow. This was done as many people simply came together to enjoy each other’s company. I heard one description that rang true to me; it felt like a big family reunion. Fortunately, the weather held out to the very end when we were beginning to wrap things up. Another great moment for the parish was our celebration of Confirmation on Monday. There were 216 of our young people receiving the sacrament. Bishop Andrzej Zglejszewski, one of our auxiliary bishops, came to confer the sacrament. He had an enthusiastic attitude that engaged everyone throughout the ceremony. And, his energy level did not diminish in spite of the fact it was a long day with three ceremonies. Occasions like this are beautiful moments for the parish. We celebrate the efforts of so many people. There have been catechists who have been working for years with the same group of students. And, then there are others whose focus is making the Mass itself a rich and prayerful experience. It was a great day to celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit. The cell tower project is underway. My understanding is that for the first few weeks most of the work will be focused on the electrical boxes that will be located in the back of the building near the dumpster. The work on the tower itself includes adding about 10 feet to its height. All the cell phone components will be contained within this new section. The tower should be functional by the beginning of November. This weekend is Catechetical Sunday. We are so grateful for those who offer to share the faith, particularly with our children. Many of our catechists begin this ministry to fill a need that we have, but in the end find it to be a rich experience that deepens their own faith. Thank you for all that you do. There are still two slots open for the Financial Peace University that begins on Tuesday. Please call the office if you are interested. And, there are only a handful of seats available for the overnight trip to the Sight and Sound Theater. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of this pre-Christmas adventure.
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Thank you to all the families who have re-registered their children in our program. We still have families who have not signed up, and our deadline has passed. If you still need to register, please do so as soon as possible. We are in the process of putting classes together. We cannot guarantee your child a placement if we do not have your registration form.
Levels 2 through 7 will begin classes the week of October 5th. Level 7 parents and students have been invited to attend a meeting which will outline the Two Year Confirmation Preparation. Level 8 will begin classes the week of November 2nd. All Level 8 parents and students were invited to a meeting which will outline the Level 8 year and where students and parents will receive books and an information packet. Level 1 will begin the week of November 2nd. Parents will be invited to a meeting to get the overview of the year and the books for their child. Catechists are always needed to educate our children in the faith. We are especially in need of Level 2 Catechists in the Tackan and Mt. Pleasant areas. Level 4 Catechists are needed in the Wenonah and Mt. Pleasant areas. Please call the Religious Education Office at 631-265-2200 ext. 12 for more information.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Help Needed! We are looking for Catechists for our small group Special Needs program which meets at Holy Cross on Monday afternoons. Please call the Religious Education Office at 631-265-2200 ext. 12 for more information.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word, for children in grades K-3rd grade, resumes this Sunday,
September 20th at the 11:30 Mass in the Fr. Joe Room. Children's Liturgy is held every Sunday
from September to June, except for holiday weekends. We are looking for additional helpers
for this fall. Time commitment is dependent on the number of helpers we have. If you are in
grades 4 through 12 and would be interested in helping out, or are looking for a community
service activity, please contact Karyn at 648-3594, or speak with her prior to the 11:30am Mass.
CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORD
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YOUTH MINISTRY NEWS
The Youth Group is kicking-off the new
school year in style!
The Youth Group is having a Fall Plant Sale at all
the Masses this weekend, September 19 - 20! We
are selling a variety of Fall Plants to support our
upcoming events and Fall Retreat!
September 20: 11:30AM Youth Mass & Youth Group Fall Kick- off
Kick-Ball Game at Gibbs Pond Park, 12:30 - 2:30PM! Teens v. Core! So,
come on down! We will have food, music and great company!
September 27: Youth Night, 6 - 8PM Illuminate!
All teens wear black clothes! We are going to have a glow in the dark
party!
Thank you all for your continued support and love for our Youth Group!
CONGRATULATIONS!
On Sunday, September 20th, The Catholic Committee on Scouting of the Diocese of Rockville Centre is conducting its 2015 Boy Scout Convocation at Saint Agnes Cathedral. Reverend Monsignor James M. McNamara, Episcopal Vicar of the Central Vicariate of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, will preside. The Catholic Boy Scout Convocation is an opportunity for Catholic scouts, their leaders, families and friends to gather to celebrate their faith and to recognize those individuals who through their hard work and perseverance will be honored. Those receiving the Ad Altare Dei Emblem from Troop 301 are: Paul Caruso, Joseph DeGregory, Joseph Merlino and George Orr. Receiving the Pope Pius XII Emblem from Troop 356 is Andrew Guardino. Our congratulations to these young men for their hard work and achievement!
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SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION Congratulations to the following children
who celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation this week!
Thomas Ackerman
Ava Alcide
Claudia Alcide
Christopher Alterio
Dominic Altrui
Nicholas Ambrosino
Casey Angelo
Cara Arbucci
Natalie Ardizzone
Ian Armstrong
Deanna Arndts
Alisa Azzarelli
Jacob Barnoski
Jennifer Barry
Victor Barsotti
Matthew Bartsch
Michael Bellomo
Christopher Bennett
Megan Biase
Anthony Bilello
Alexa Billingham
Matthew Bizzaro
Kevin Blinn
Joseph Bonura
Lauren Breuer
Dylan Brid
Kyle Buff
James Burns
Brendan Butler
Trevor Butler
Kimberly Caceci
Daniel Caggiano
Raymond Calascibetta
Andrew Calderaro
Jason Calderaro
James Campanelli
Rocco Campanelli
Jared Canale
Juliette Canzona
Danielle Caputo
Andrew Cardillo
Ava Carnemolla
Giavanna Carr
Gianna Cascardo
Erin Cascone
Nina Cassata
Madison Cassidy
Gabrielle Castiglione
John Chiarello
Noah Chronowitz
Olivia Ciulla
Lauren Coletti
Nicole Conlon
Samantha Constantino
Conor Conzone
Marc Cottage
Matthew Cox
Victoria Cupaiolo
Dylan Curtin
Anthony D’Amore
Anthony Dagnello
Jillian Dantona
Emily DeAugustino
Melina DeBiccari
Nicholas DeFelice
Theresa Delahanty
Joseph Delaney
Frank DiAgostino
Alessandra DiPalma
Sophia DiStefano
Jordan Durcan
Mikayla Dutton
Madison Eaton
Matthew Eberlein
Philip Eberlein
Kelsie Eden
Catherine Eng
Emily Eng
Matthew Esposito
Tayler Evans
Catherine Farrell
Marissa Fedor
Aidan Felice
Thomas Fennell
Brandon Ferrara
Brendan Ferraro
Joseph Ferraro
Daniel Foley
Daniel Fontana
Patrick Fontana
Joseph Foray
Alexandre Frandsen
Steven Friscia
Philip Froehlich
Brendan Giancola
Robert Gioia
Matteo Giuliani
Gavin Grabowski
Ryan Grande
Adam Graziose
Joseph Grinius
Christina Guercio
Christian Guglielmo
Jenna Hallam
Bryan Hart
Justin Harvey
Nicholas Harvey
Felicity Hoffert
Jack Hughes
Andrew Hunt
Anthony Imbesi
Emily Ingraffia
Zachary Jones
Joseph Kasten
Shannon Kelly
Aidan Kennedy
Alicia Killeen
Gabriella Killeen
Logan Kozlowski
Matthew Kruse
Justin Kunis
Sofia Lacagnina
Teressa LaFrancesca
Salvatore LaScala
Dominic Lavazoli
Nicholas Liberatore
Margaret Licata
Jessica Linden
John Linneman
Christian Lowd
Matthew Lucyk
Thomas Lund
Michael Makowski
Nicole Malandruccolo
Darren Maloney
Ryan Maraviglia
Kyle Martinez
Christian Masure
Kelsey McCarthy
Lindsey McCarthy
Erin McDonald
Kelly McSweeney
Gregory Melomo
Taylor Mennella
Brenna Michael
Taylor Mignanelli
Kaitlyn Mills
Jillian Mirabile
Brooke Miranda
Christopher Mitchell
Keri Molloy
Nicholas Muellers
Brett Musmacker
Julia Naccarato
Jordyn Nappi
Gianna Nasta
Briana Nelson
Shannon Nessler
James Netska
Katrina Nocerino
Jessica Olsziewski
Emily Owenburg
Matthew Passannante
Joseph Petillo
Joan Petruzzi
Kyle Phaneuf
Matthew Piccininni
Conner Prinz
Ian Puglise
Isabella Quaranta
Carly Quigley
Skylar Ragano
Isabella Ragona
Mary Reed
Lucas Reilly
Erick Reuter
Anthony Ricci
Anthony Rizzi
Alec Roberts
Christian Robinson
Jake Rogan
Olivia Rokosz
Emma Rowan
Zachary Rowe
Anthony Russell
Natalie Sancilio
Jack Sanderson
Kyle Sanger
Nicolette Schiavo
Caitlin Schmid
Luke Schulz
Nicole Schuppert
Nicholas Sexton
William Sexton
Marissa Sheldon
Tyler Sheridan
Lauren Silverman
Kaleb Slawinski
Alena Smith
Brian Soden
Tristan Spinelle
Joseph Stefanelli
Michael Storms
Kayla Syrbe
Marcin Termena
Sydney Timpone
Daniel Turano
Lucas Turano
Linzee Turner
Jillian Unkenholz
Pietro Vacanti
Vincent Valentine
Christopher Ventre
John Wylie
Emma Zanfardino
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Papal Coverage from a unique Faith Perspective! Every major network will cover this historic event, Telecare will bring a unique perspective, the Catholic perspective from reporters and anchors that are steeped in the Catholic Tradition. Additionally, major Catholic prelates from across the country will be appearing live throughout the coverage to help viewers to better understand the depth of the Holy Father’s visit to our Catholic Church in America. All of the Pope’s Apostolic Journey to America will be covered live, from touchdown in Washington D.C. to New York to lift off from Philadelphia, PA. Telecare will rebroadcast all the day’s events each evening. Each event will be available streaming and on demand at TelecareTV.org, in addition to our app, TelecareTV. Msgr. Jim Vlaun will be joined at the anchor desk by Bishop William Murphy, Bishop of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, Emmy award winning journalist, Jane Hanson, co-host of Everyday Faith Live, Sister Mary Alice Piil, along with Msgr. James McNamara, Father Nicholas Lombardi S.J., and Father James Maher, President of Niagara University in addition to a team of correspondents at each event. Telecare is available on the following platforms (Optimum channel 29/137, Time Warner Cable channel 471, Verizon FiOS channel 296, and Charter Communications – check local channel listings). Watch live on our website or on our app, TelecareTV. Tuesday, September 22, 2015
3:30 – 4:00 pm: Telecare Live Pre Show of the Papal Trip to the US
4:00 – 5:00 pm: Arrival and official welcoming ceremony at the Andrews Air Force Base in Washington, DC
5:00 – 5:30 pm: Telecare Live Wrap up for the day events 8:00 – 11:00 PM Encore Presentation of today’s coverage Wednesday, September 23, 2015
9:00 – 9:15 am: Telecare Live Pre Show of the Papal Trip to the US
9:15 – 11:00 am: Welcoming ceremony at the South Lawn of the White House, Courtesy visit to the President of the United States of America
11:00 – 11:15 am: Telecare Live Pre Show of the Papal Trip to the US
11:15 am – 12:30 pm: Meeting with the Bishops of the United States of America at St. Matthew’s
Cathedral in Washington, DC
12:30 – 1:00 pm: Telecare Daily Mass
3:30 – 4:00 pm: Telecare Live Pre Show of the Papal Trip to the US
4:15 – 6:15 pm: Holy Mass and Canonization of Blessed Father Junipero Serra at the National Shrine
of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC
6:15 – 6:30 pm – Telecare Live Post Show of the Papal Trip to the US
8:00 – 11:00 PM Encore Presentation of today’s coverage Thursday, September 24, 2015
7:45 – 8:15 am: Telecare Live Daily Mass
9:00 – 9:20 am: Telecare Live Pre Show of the Papal Trip to the US
9:20 – 10:30 am: Visit to the Congress of the United States of America
11:00 – 11:15 am: Telecare Live Pre Show of the Papal Trip to the US
11:15 am – 12:30 pm: Visit to the Charitable Center of St. Patrick Parish and meeting with the homeless in Washington, DC
TELECARE SCHEDULE FOR
THE PAPAL TRIP TO THE US
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12:30 – 1:00 pm: Telecare Daily Mass
3:30 – 4:00 pm: Telecare Live Pre Show of the Papal Trip to the US
4:00 – 8:00 pm: Depart from Joint Base Andrews, DC, Arrival at JFK airport, NY, Vespers with the
Clergy, Men and Women Religious at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City
8:00 – 8:30 pm: Telecare Live Post Show of the Papal Trip to the US 8:30 PM – 3:00 AM Encore Presentation of today’s coverage Friday, September 25, 2015
7:45 – 8:15 am: Telecare Live Daily Mass
8:15 – 8:30 am: Telecare Live Pre Show of the Papal Trip to the US
8:30 –11:30 am: Visit to the Headquarters of the United Nations
11:30 am –12:30 pm: Interreligious encounter at the Ground Zero Memorial in New York City
12:30 – 1:00 pm: Telecare Live Post Show of the Papal Trip to the US
1:00 – 1:30 pm: Telecare Daily Mass
3:30 – 4:00 pm: Telecare Live Pre Show of the Papal Trip to the US
4:00 – 6:00 pm: Visit to “Our Lady, Queen of the Angels” School and meeting with children and families
of migrants in New York (Harlem)
6:00 – 8:00 pm: Holy Mass at Madison Square Garden in New York
8:00 – 8:30 pm: Telecare Live Post Show of the Papal Trip to the US 8:30 PM – 3:00 AM Encore Presentation of today’s coverage Saturday, September 26, 2015
8:00 – 8:30 am: Telecare Live Pre Show of the Papal Trip to the US
8:40 –10:30 am: Departure from JFK Airport, NY, Arrival at the International Airport Philadelphia
10:30 am – 12:30 pm: Holy Mass with the Bishops, Clergy, Men and Women Religious of Pennsylvania
gathered at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia
12:30 – 1:00 pm: Telecare Live Post Show of the Papal Trip to the US
4:30 – 4:45 pm: Telecare Live Pre Show of the Papal Trip to the US
4:45 – 5:30 pm: Meeting for Religious Freedom with the Hispanic community and other immigrants at
the Independence Mall in Philadelphia
7:00 – 7:30 pm: Telecare Live Pre Show of the Papal Trip to the US
7:30 – 9:00 pm: Celebration for Families and vigil of prayer at the B. Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia
9:00 – 9:30 pm: Telecare Live Wrap Up Show of the Papal Trip to the US
9:30 PM – 5:00 AM Encore Presentation of today’s coverage Sunday, September 27, 2015
9:00 – 9:15 am: Telecare Live Pre Show of the Papal Trip to the US
9:15 – 11:00 am: Meeting with bishops taking part in the World Meeting of Families gathered at St.
Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia
11:00 am – 12:30 pm: Visit to Detainees at Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility in Philadelphia
12:30 – 1:00 pm: Telecare Live Post Show of the Papal Trip to the US
3:30 – 4:00 pm: Telecare Live Pre Show of the Papal Trip to the US
4:00 – 7:00 pm: Holy Mass concluding the World Meeting of Families at B. Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia
7:00 – 8:30 pm: Greeting to the organizing committee, volunteers and benefactors at the International Airport of Philadelphia
8:30 – 9:00 pm: Telecare Live Post Show of the Papal Trip to the US
9:00 PM – 5:00 AM Encore Presentation of today’s coverage
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DIOCESE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE
OFFICE OF FAITH FORMATION
27th Annual Mass For Deceased Children
Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for
of such is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 19:14
Saturday, October 17, 2015
at 12:30 p.m.
Presider Msgr. William Koenig
St. Agnes Cathedral
29 Quealy Place Rockville Centre, New York
All are welcome Come early to inscribe your child’s name in the
“Book of Families” Refreshments following Mass in the Parish Center
For more information contact Deacon Darrell Buono, Associate Director Marriage and Family
516-678-5800 x200 [email protected]
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CASH CALENDAR
Parish of the Holy Cross
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Saturday, September 19th 5:00 PM
YOUTH GROUP PLANT SALE Atrium
Sunday, September 20th All Masses
YOUTH GROUP PLANT SALE Atrium
HOSPITALITY COMM. MTG. 10:45AM Conference Rm.
CATECHETICAL AWARDS 11:30AM Worship Area
Monday, September 21st 7:00 PM
LEVEL 7 PARENT/STUDENT MTG. Worship Area
K OF C GENERAL MEETING 7-8:30PM Fr. Joe Room
Tuesday, September 22nd 7:00 PM
LEVEL 2 CATECHIST MTG. Atrium
FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY 7:15PM Fr. Joe Room
Wednesday, September 23rd 7:00 PM
LEVEL 7 PARENT/STUDENT MTG. Worship Area
LITURGY COMMITTEE MTG. 7:30PM Fr. Joe Room
Thursday, September 24th 10:00 AM
SCRIPTURE STUDY Fr. Joe Room
MOMS’ GROUP 10:30AM Sacristy
LEVEL 2 CATECHIST MTG. 1:30PM Atrium
FINANCE COMMITTEE MTG. 7:30PM Conference Rm.
Saturday, September 26th 10:00 AM
WOMEN’S ENRICHMENT Fr. Joe Room
Sunday, September 27th 1:00 PM
BAPTISMS Worship Area
YOUTH NIGHT 6-8PM Atrium
MEETINGS THIS WEEK
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
This weekend, at the offertory we will also be
collecting for the St. Pius X Enriched Living
Facility. This collection enables retired priests of our
diocese who reside or are recuperating at the facility to
get the care they need.
Next weekend, at the offertory we will also be
collecting for our Regional Schools. An investment in
our children is an investment in our future!
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
Government
vs.
Conscience
An obscure law clerk, refusing to sign her name
to a marriage license for a same-sex couple, by
citing her freedom of religion and freedom of
conscience rights, is the news story of the day.
She said the licenses could proceed normally if
her signature were not involved, but that
answer did not satisfy the complainants and
she was sent to jail.
This battle ground is a particular contest of wills,
with very specific competing values. Are citizens
servants of their government, or the other way
around? Does the government now have the right
to coerce an action against one’s own conscience?
Is employment by that same government now a
forfeiture of personal conscience?
YES, decided the judge who found the clerk in
contempt: “The idea of natural law superseding
this court’s authority would be a dangerous
precedent indeed.”
However, America was founded by faithful and
God-fearing men who despised government
tyranny and sought religious freedom and
individual liberty. America incorporated these
universally true principles in its Declaration of
Independence and Constitution.
“Religious freedom, an essential requirement of
the dignity of every person, is the cornerstone
of the structure of human rights.”
Pope John Paul II
Government
vs.
Conscience
An obscure law clerk, refusing to sign her name
to a marriage license for a same-sex couple, by
citing her freedom of religion and freedom of
conscience rights, is the news story of the day.
She said the licenses could proceed normally if
her signature were not involved, but that
answer did not satisfy the complainants and
she was sent to jail.
This battle ground is a particular contest of wills,
with very specific competing values. Are citizens
servants of their government, or the other way
around? Does the government now have the right
to coerce an action against one’s own conscience?
Is employment by that same government now a
forfeiture of personal conscience?
YES, decided the judge who found the clerk in
contempt: “The idea of natural law superseding
this court’s authority would be a dangerous
precedent indeed.”
However, America was founded by faithful and
God-fearing men who despised government
tyranny and sought religious freedom and
individual liberty. America incorporated these
universally true principles in its Declaration of
Independence and Constitution.
“Religious freedom, an essential requirement of
the dignity of every person, is the cornerstone
of the structure of human rights.”
Pope John Paul II
9/13/15 Bulletin correction (Heifer International article): The second picture was of Beatrice
in Uganda with her baby sister.
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