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Third Sunday of Easter
May 5, 2019
Cry out with joy to God, all the earth!
A community of Faith and love hope
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Bulletin Deadline: Friday, 5:00 pm, nine days prior to publication. You may email us at [email protected] or leave a printed copy in the inbox on the bulletin desk in the Parish Office. Thank you for your cooperation!
Confessions:
Saturday: 4:00 - 5:00 pm. Weekdays: After the 8:00 am Mass
Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Novena and
Benediction: Monday: Check schedule on page 4.
Morning Prayer:
Monday through Saturday, 8:30 am, Prayer Room. Books are
available.
Baptism of Children: We welcome infants and children to our
Christian community! Baptisms are held on select Sundays at
1:30 pm. Please contact the parish at least 3 months before
an anticipated baptism – even before a new child is born –
to ensure enough time to complete the baptism
preparation process. Our three-step preparation process
includes: 1) at-home reading and preparation by the parents;
2) an intake conversation with a member of our parish staff;
and 3) participation with other parents in a Sunday morning
gathering, which begins with attendance at our 9:00 am
“Family-friendly” Mass. Please call 731-4220 or e-mail
[email protected] to request a Baptism information
and preparation packet.
Marriages: Church arrangements should be made at least
6 months before the marriage and before making any
contracts with restaurants or caterers. Please call the
Rectory to set up an appointment with a priest, 731-4220.
Ministry to the Sick and Aging: If you are, or know of
someone who is homebound and would like to receive Holy
Communion, please call the rectory at 731-4220.
St. Vincent De Paul Society: 735-3218
Spiritual Life
Schedule of Masses:
Saturday: 8:00 am and 5:00 pm
Sunday: 7:30 am, 9:00 am (Family Mass), 10:30 am,
12 Noon, 5:30 pm (Youth Mass)
Weekdays: 8:00 am
Holy Days: see website: www.StBernardChurch.org
Spanish Mass: 2nd & 4th week each month @ 7:30PM
Would you like to join our vibrant community of Faith, Hope, and Love at St. Bernard’s? Sign-up and get to know us at one of our monthly New Parishioner Registration and Welcome evenings! For information, call the parish office at 516-731-4220, or download a form from our website www.stbernardchurch.org. Click on “Join St. Bernard’s” on the bottom of the home page form. If you move away, please notify us as well.
S T.BERNARD’S CATHOLIC CHURCH
516-731-4220 Phone/516-731-4355 Fax Email: [email protected] Website: www.StBernardChurch.org
PASTORAL TEAM
Father Ralph Sommer, Pastor [email protected]
ext. 130 Father Joe Nohs, Associate Pastor [email protected]
ext. 128 Father Innocent Duru, Chaplain In Residence
[email protected] Deacon John Blakeney
[email protected] 516-731-4220
Deacon James Flannery [email protected]
516-731-4220
Mrs. Susan Martin, Director of Religious Education [email protected]
516-731-8511 Phone/516-731-7860 Fax The Religious Education Center is closed on Fridays.
Sr. Christine Sammons, O.P.,
Coordinator of Parish Social Ministry [email protected]
516-731-6074 Pat McDonough, Director of Youth & Young Adults
[email protected] Ext. 144
Mrs. Mary Jane Witte, Director of Liturgical Music [email protected]
ext. 142 Ms. Diane Vella, Pastoral Associate
[email protected] ext. 143
Mrs. Rose Marie Rotondo, Sacristan
[email protected] 516-731-4220
Mr. Len Lanzi, Facilities Manager
[email protected] ext. 120
Mr. Dimas Carbajal, Head of Maintenance
[email protected] ext. 126
CYO Basketball: email: [email protected] website: www.stbernardcyo.org
MISSION STATEMENT
With faith, hope, and love the people of St. Bernard's parish family are on a mission to
bring the gospel of Jesus to the Levittown Community and beyond.
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Do you love me?
E– mail Father Ralph: [email protected]
There’s a cute and poignant moment in the musical Fiddler on the Roof
where the husband Tevye asks his wife of 25 years, “Golde, do you love me?”
and she responds, “For twenty-five years, I've washed your clothes, Cooked
your meals, Cleaned your house, Given you children, Milked the cow. After
twenty-five years, why talk about love right now?” And then she sings to the
audience, “Do I love him? For twenty-five years, I've lived with him, Fought
with him, Starved with him. For twenty-five years, my bed is his. If that's not
love, what is?”
Jesus asks the same question of Peter in today’s gospel. (John 21:1-19) “Peter,
do you love me?” And Peter responds that he does love Jesus. Jesus asks him a
second time; and then a third time. We can clearly figure out that Jesus is
letting Peter get past the guilt of denying him three times by offering the chance
for him to profess his love three times. And after each time Peter tells Jesus of
his love, Jesus tells him to “feed my sheep.”
Golde’s response to Tevye isn’t one of romance. Rather she lists the things
she’s done over the years to care for her husband. Love, it turns out, is more
about action than feelings. And Jesus wants Peter to act in the face of his love
for the Lord. There is little sense in saying “I love you” if there are no
corresponding actions.
So if Jesus asks YOU the question, “Do you love me?,” how do you answer?
And what does Jesus tell you to do to show your love? I suggest that this could
be a good prayer experience this week. Listen as Jesus asks you “Do you love
me?” Then respond to him. Then listen again as he reveals the ways he wants
you to express that love. His “feed my sheep” directive to Peter can be a
starting point for us as we listen to Jesus call us to put love into action by
caring for others.
Architects at Work!
This past week, our parish staff
got a first look at some
preliminary drafts of the office
layouts as we make plans to
move the rectory and
Clairvaux House offices to a
new central location in the
convent. We gave the
architects some initial feedback
and once the plans become
more solidified, we’ll publish
them for the parish to see. I’ll
be interested in meeting with a
committee of parishioners with
experience in different building
trades to evaluate the plans.
Easter Sacraments
Please spend some extra time
in prayer for the young people
who will be confirmed and
those receiving communion for
the first time during the Easter
season.
These sacraments are a new
beginning of a deeper
relationship with God and the
church family. Keep
encouraging the families of
these young people to join you
at Mass on Sunday throughout
the weeks ahead.
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Gifts of treasure Parish News
Monday, May 6 After 8am Mass Miraculous Medal Novena, Church 12:30 pm Rosary Society, Prayer Room 2:00 pm– 3:00 Zumba Gold, Parish Center 7:00 pm Bereavement Group, Parish Center Tuesday, May 7 10:00 am Our Lady of Consolation, Parish Center 2:00 pm Confirmation Ceremonies, 4:30 pm Confirmation Ceremonies, 6:15 pm Children's Choir, Parish Center 7:00 pm Boy Scouts Troop 316, School Cafeteria 7:00 pm Spanish Rosary, Prayer Room 7:30 pm AA Meeting, School Room 207 7:30 pm Adult Choir Rehearsal, Church 7:30 pm Vivitrol Support Group, School Room 206
Wednesday, May 8 7:00 pm CFFR Meeting, Parish Center 7:00 pm Cub Scouts, Parish Center 7:30 pm AGO (American Guild of Organists), Prayer Room 7:30 pm Catholic Basics 101, Parish Center 7:30 pm Folk Group Rehearsal, offsite 8:00 pm Charismatic-Bread of Life Prayer Group, Parish Center Thursday, May 9 9:30 am Shawl Ministry, Parish Center 1:45 pm St. Vincent de Paul, Clairvaux House 6:30 pm Scouts, Parish Center 7:00 pm Newly Bereaved, Parish Center 7:00 pm Catholic Daughters Meeting, Parish Center Friday, May 10 6:30 pm ALPHA, Cafeteria 7:30 pm LIFT High School Program, Parish Center Saturday, May 11 11:00 am First Eucharist, Church 11:00 am Women’s AA Meeting, Cafeteria 1:00 pm First Eucharist, Church 1:00 pm Deacon Day of Recollection and Collation, Cafeteria 6:00 pm Sacred Heart Community, Parish Center 7:30 pm Spanish Mass, Church 7:30 pm Spanish Mass Reception, Parish Center Sunday, May 12 After all Masses Knights of Columbus Birthright Carnation Sale 9:00 am May Crowning, Church 4:15 pm Youth Choir Practice, Church 8:00 pm AA Meeting, Cafeteria
Sunday Collections April 28, 2019 April 29, 2018 $ 15,854.55 $ 13,442.30 526 envelopes 545 envelopes
Faith Direct $ 2,433.50 $ 2,482.65
Total Collection $ 18,288.05 $ 15,924.95
Parish calendar (Subject to change)
Faith Direct Have you enrolled yet?
www.faithdirect.net Code = NY272
Parish calendar (Subject to change)
The Rosarians will meet on Monday,
May 6 in the prayer room of the
church at 12:30. The month of May
is dedicated to Mary, so praying the
Rosary together is a wonderful way
to honor her. We should always first
thank God for all our blessings, and
then ask for help for ourselves and
others. Pope Francis, all bishops, priests (especially
Father Ralph, Father Joe, and Father Innocent) and
religious, including the sisters from St. Bernard’s, all
those who protect us; the military, police officers and
firemen, are always included in our prayers. PEACE
everywhere is at the top of every one’s prayer list.
Please come join us as we pray WITH each other and
FOR each other. All women of the parish are welcome.
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BANNS OF MARRIAGE
Third Time
Matthew Shannon, St. Brigid, Westbury
Patricia Murillo, Blessed Sacrament, Queens
mass intentions SACRAMENTS
Baptisms
We welcome into the parish the following new members:
Aoife Clare Merrifield
Congratulations to the happy parents.
Please pray for all those on our Long-term Sick List
All names will remain on the list for 4 weeks after you call in. After that time we ask, if necessary, to call again.
Thank you for cooperating and God bless all.
Pray for the sick of our parish
Pray for our beloved deceased
and those who mourn for them
Irene Lambert
Chris Angyal Susan Arena Brian Austin Lorraine Bardolf Arlene Barsch Ike Bootsma Thomas Brennan Lois Byrne Jean Caprera Rosemary Clark Mason Francis Combs Justin Dawson Monica DeLaRosa May Ann Dima Debra Dowdell Margaret Dowdell Gerry Finlan Jim Finlan Rachel Fiorito Linda Fitz Kathleen Flaherty Lorraine Foulon Rich Fuleki Bobby Gallagher Teresita Gallego Michael Giampetruzzi Colleen Grasing Maureen Guarino John Guiffre Mike Hach Patricia Hafner Carolyn Hakim Cynthia Hansen Donna Hare John Hartofil Elizabeth Jackowski Vicki Jacona Steve Jugan Jerome W. Kalkhof Katherine Anne Kwestel Violet Kwestel Rosemarie LaFrance Eugene Francis Luginsland Martin Logan Bernadette Lynch Tia Mabanta Jaime Macias Andrew Mahoney Eddie Mahoney Lucy Marconi Karen Martin William McDonagh Teresa McDonald Dick McKinney Mary McLean Mary Messina Irmgard Montanino Maryann Mulholland Carole O'Donnell Kerri Orlando Laureen Quinn-Sturge Johnny Perdue Rosina Perri Gerry Pokorny Joan Rampolla Fred Rappa Deanne Reilly Jacki Robins Vinny Rosa John Rotondo, Jr. John Rotondo, Sr. Flore Rowe Eve Saint Thomas Saint Terry Sherwood Guadalupe Silva Katie-Ellen Spinell Danielle Stallone Frances Stallone Norma Steiger Liberty Tabag David Testa Rosalie Travers Frances Trzcinski Joan Virostko Marguerite Vlaun Theresa Votta Thomas Williams, Jr. Cynthia Wilson
Dominic Belcastro Frank Ciccolella Russell Gulotta William Lellis Marc Monteau Joseph Monteleone Lucas Nicolaou Carole O'Donnell Ruth Ramos Jayne Travers Rosemary Yevoli
This listing may not reflect recent changes or additions. Saturday, May 4
8:00 am Claudia Picariello,
Maryanne Smith,
Felicisma Reyes,
Michael Steinberg and Jen Nielsen
5:00 pm Patrick McCarthy
Sunday, May 5 7:30 am Erwin Dietz
9:00 am Anthony and Mary Menichino
10:30 am FOR ALL PARISHIONERS,
Christine Sapienza,
Theresa Zgaljardic,
Caroline Latham
12 Noon Mora Quinn Bannon
5:30 pm Jon Rosenberg
Monday, May 6
8:00 am Caroline Latham
Tuesday, May 7
8:00 am Caroline Latham
Wednesday, May 8
8:00 am Dolores Abbruscato
Thursday, May 9
8:00 am Thomas Gilmartin
Friday, May 10
8:00 am Rae Nuzio - 10th Anniversary Remembrance
Saturday, May 11
8:00 am Irene Lambert,
Diane Gannon,
Claire McFarland,
Joan Bruno
5:00 pm Patricia Rosalia
7:30 pm Spanish Mass
Sunday, May 12
7:30 am Lynch and Albano Families
9:00 am Pedro Santos
10:30 am Nancy Avidano,
Rosaria Passafiume,
Patricia DeRosa
MOTHERS' DAY NOVENA
12 Noon FOR ALL PARISHIONERS
5:30 pm Bill Walsh
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Maybe it’s time
to Belong Going to church but not baptized?
Baptized, going to a Catholic church,
but not Catholic?
Baptized Catholic, going to church,
but not confirmed in the faith?
Join the journey to adult faith!
Name: ___________________________________________________________
Phone: _________________________________________________________
Best time to call: _______________________________________________
Place form in collection basket, or contact Diane Vella:
516-731-4220 ext. 143 or [email protected]
Adult faith formation
Are you a man or woman
over 50?
Join us for
Spirituality for the Golden Years
Next meeting:
Tuesday, May 14, 1:30 p.m.
Parish Center
(There will be no meeting in June.)
Leader: Sister Jo Ann Walsh, R.S.M.
Retreat Director and Certified Spiritual Director.
Do you ever wonder what the Sunday Bible readings have to do with anything happening in your life now?
7 weeks of exploring the Sunday readings can help with that!
Each week we will READ, LEARN, REFLECT and DISCUSS the coming Sunday’s readings.
See what a difference it makes!
7 Thursday nights starts June 6, 7:30-8:45 p.m. OR
7 Friday mornings starts June 7, 10:00-11:15 a.m.
$6 donation for materials requested.
Contact Diane Vella at 516-731-4220 ext. 143 or [email protected] to register.
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SERVING LEVITTOWN AND BEYOND
A few months ago, the Levittown Community
Council sponsored a collection of items for
ReWearAble, an initiative of Bethpage-based ACLD
(Adults and Children with Learning Disabilities).
The mission of ACLD is to provide opportunities for
children and adults with autism, learning and
developmental disabilities to pursue inviable lives,
increase independence and foster supportive
relationships within the community.
St. Bernard’s parishioner Aimee Keegan is
Director of Development and Community Relations
for ACLD. When she spoke about the ReWearAble
project at an LCC meeting at which Pastoral Associate
Diane Vella was present, a plan began to take shape
for St. Bernard’s to assist with this amazing initiative
that is changing the lives of many adults with
disabilities.
The tag-line of ReWearAble is “Reuse-Rewear
-Recycle.” ReWearAble not only collects clothing
and other items for re-suing, re-wearing, and re-
cycling, but it employs people with disabilities, thus
providing meaningful jobs and support for people who
might otherwise find it difficult to get jobs. The em-
ployees collect the items, sort them, and prepare them
for sale to buyers. They receive a paycheck, and the
satisfaction of having done meaningful work and con-
tributing to the good of society.
A few weeks ago, Aimee gave Diane a tour of the Re-
WearAble facilities, where she was able to see the op-
eration and meet some of the people who are the dedi-
cated employees. She was impressed with the
operation, and was delighted to hear the stories of
some of the people who work there, and how their
lives have been changed for the better as a result of
their jobs. Diane promised that St. Bernard’s would
hold a drive to support their efforts.
On Sunday, May 19, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30
p.m., the ReWearAble collection truck will be in St.
Bernard’s parking lot to accept your donations. Re-
WearAble accepts the following items: clothes,
shoes, handbags, bedding, belts, hats, scarfs and
gloves, household items- such has towels , rugs, etc.,
toys home decorations, jewelry. RewearAble does
not accept furniture, electronics, books, appliances,
cookware or any breakable items such as china sets.
(All items donated to ReWearAble are deductible for income tax
purposes at their present fair market value. I.R.S. code places
the responsibility for estimating the “fair market value” upon the
donor.)
To learn more about ReWearAble:
www.rewearable.org
St. Bernard’s partnering with Levittown
Community Council and ReWearAble!
Diane Vella and Aimee Keegan
tour ACLD headquarters in
Bethpage
Some of ReWearAble’s employees
sorting donated items
tour ACLD headquarters in
Bethpage
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St. Bernard’s
Alzheimer’s
Caregiver
Support
Group
meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th TUESDAY of the
month from 11:00 am to 12:00 Noon in St. Bernard's
Parish Center. This program is designed to help each
other cope with the challenging situation of dealing
with someone with dementia.
For more information, please call Mike Bartholomew at
is 516-754-8146.
St. Bernard’s Altar Server &
Youth Ministries
Annual Spring Flower Sale
May 18 & 19, 2019
Mid-Week Mid-Morning
Book Discussion
Cry, the Beloved Country, the most famous and
important novel in South Africa’s history, was an
immediate worldwide
bestseller in 1948. It is the
deeply moving story of the
Zulu pastor Stephen
Kumalo and his son,
Absalom, set against the
background of a land and a
people riven by racial
injustice. Remarkable for
its lyricism, unforgettable
for character and incident,
here is a classic work of
love and hope, courage
and endurance, born of the
dignity of man.
Join your fellow parishioners for an informal discussion
of Cry, the Beloved Country by Alan Paton on
Wednesday May 15 at 10 AM in the St. Bernard Parish
Center.
Annual Spring Planting
Volunteers Needed
We are planning our Annual Spring Planting
on Saturday, May 25 at 9:00 am.
We will meet outside
the Church and need
all the help that we
can get. Please bring
gloves and hand
shovels. It is fun and
satisfying !
Can you
help?
Celebrate Annual Luncheon
Join us on Friday, June 28th, 2019 from 11am-3pm
as the Sisters of St. Dominic of Amityville host their
18th Annual Beauty of the Spirit Luncheon
at Crest Hollow Country Club in
Woodbury, NY.
Each year our luncheon celebrates the beauty of the
spirit of women - their strength, compassion, and
wisdom. Our guests enjoy fantastic auctions and
raffles, as well as an inspirational lecture from a
Sister keynote speaker. This year's event will be
emceed by News 12 Long Island Anchor and
Journalist, Carol Silva.
Tickets are $80. Proceeds from the event benefit our
retired Sisters - the beautiful and dedicated women
who have spent their entire lives serving the tri-state
area and beyond; now it is our turn to care for
them.
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Parish social ministry Sr. Christine Sammons, O.P., 731-6074
St. Ignatius Loyola Parish Garage Sale!
July 20th and 21st
July 27th and 28th
Save the dates…and your treasures!
If you are clearing out now and have items to donate we
will be collecting at the Old School train side parking lot
on the following dates and times:
May 13th from 1 pm—4 pm
May 31st from 4 pm—7 pm
June 15th from 10 am—1 pm
June 21st from 2 pm—5 pm
We will accept: furniture, household items, collectables,
jewelry and accessories (e.g. handbags, scarves), bric-a-
brac, toys and baby items, tools, electronics, garden
items, books, only unused clothing with store tags, etc.
Sorry, no used clothing or shoes. For more information
call Barbara @ 516-935-5576 or Karen @ 516-937-5527.
Thanks, Brownie Troop 3358!
These three wonderful Brownies visited our pantry and
had a tour and explanation of why and how we help our
neighbors! They had collected Girl Scout cookies and
donations which they shared with us. They are Megan,
Charlie and Delilah…and they came with two moms—
Mary and Dana! Thanks, Brownies and moms!
We love to share those wonderful cookies!
St. Vincent de Paul: Thanks to everyone who remembers our low-income
neighbors, helping them stretch their dollars! We are
most grateful!
This week, our pantry needs include:
Bars of soap
Toothpaste
As always, thank you! Please remember to
“buy one, get one free!”
Thanks to everyone who ate at Miller’s Ale House on
May 1st in support of our “Let’s Build! Campaign. We
will let you know the total amount realized from this fun
-raiser! Special thanks to our good friend Lance Wolff
who is ever-present to us and to the Levittown
community!
Thank you from Annunciation House: Just before Easter, we received this letter from
Annunciation House, to whom we sent the proceeds of
our “Souper Bowl of Caring” donation.
Dear Kind Donors,
“WOW!!! Thank you so much for your extremely
generous contribution in the amount of $5400,
representing money raised during the “Souper Bowl of
Caring.” Thank you for the informative letter and the
pictures, etc. What a wonderful group of KIDZ.”
“We are extremely grateful for your support, especially
at this time. Starting in 2018, those seeking our help
have been unparalleled for Annunciation House. A
growing number of people from Guatemala, Honduras
and El Salvador, among others, have left their countries,
often fleeing persecution and extreme violence, and have
walked hundreds of miles in search of a safer place for
their children and families. Thank you again, and may
God bless you abundantly.”
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ALTAR SERVER SCHEDULE MAY 2019
C=Crossbearer 1. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to Mass
A=Acolyte 2. Please dress appropriately for Mass
B= Bookbearer 3. Please find replacements if you cannot serve
T=Thurifer 4. Please remember to sign in
MASS May 4 & 5 May 11 & 12 May 18 & 19 May 25 & 26
3rd Sunday 4th Sunday 5th Sunday 6th Sunday
of Easter of Easter of Easter of Easter
5:00 pm Sat.
C Jenna Summer James Lawlor James Lawlor Frank Pietraniello
A Danny Lang Emilia Salazar Seanacy Lawlor Julianna Pietraniello
A James Ganga Seanacy Lawlor Jenna Summer Michael Pietraniello
B Marilyn Dengler Carlos Contreras Marilyn Dengler open
7:30 am Sun.
C Zac Martin Greg Milau Gina McGough Greg Milau
A Michael Albrecht Elisa Montanino Isabelle Torre Isabelle Torre
A Kenneth Gonzalez Isabella Montanino Nicole Barsch Frank Vespa
9:00am Sun.
C Chris Leshinsky Gina McGough Jake Hopkins Michael Albrecht
A Kevin Leshinsky Ron Renda Emilia Salazar Ron Renda
A Alyssa Leshinsky Nicole Leshinsky Alyssa Leshinsky Kevin Leshinsky
B Brian Leshinsky Kailey McKinney Brian Leshinsky Kaila Hess
10:30 am Sun.
C Eddie Cahill Collin McVetty Elisa Montanino Tyler McManus
A Thomas Kruk Caroline Keegan Isabella Montanino Danny Lang
A Ayden Lemoine Samantha Keegan Danny Lang James Ganga
B Melody Gallardo Joseph Lotito Ava Naeff Joseph Lotito
12 noon Sun.
C Britney Cardenas Bridget Paddock Frank Pietraniello Tommy Villa
A Frank Vespa Britney Cardenas Julianna Pietraniello Bridget Paddock
A Louie Sabino Andrea Chavarria Michael Pietraniello Kathy Aguilar
B Kaila Hess Ava Naeff Benjamin Canellas Carlos Contreras
5:30 pm Sun
C Marcela Vasquez Kathy Aguilar Zac Martin Kenneth Gonzalez
A Andrea Chavarria Nicole Barsch Louie Sabino Thomas Kruk
A Shannon Zorn Jake Hopkins Shannon Zorn Ayden Lemoine
B open Melody Gallardo Melody Gallardo open
HAPPY BIRTHDAY WISHES To:
S. Lawlor 5/6 G. McGough 5/6 I. Montanino 5/21
J. Pietraniello
5/21 C. Leshinsky 5/25
As always Thank You for your Service & Dedication to St. Bernard's
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The Ride Home This feature is for families to share their thoughts
as they travel to and from Church.
Third Sunday of Easter
May 5, 2019
Gospel: John 21:1-19
Adults: In what ways are you answering Jesus’
command to Peter to “feed my sheep”?
Children: What do you do to take care of others as
Jesus asked Peter to do?
Readings for
May 5, 2019—May 12, 2019
Sunday, May 5. Third Sunday of Easter. Acts 5:27-
32, 40-41; Revelation 5:11-14; Psalm 30:2, 4-6, 11-13;
John 21:1-19
Monday, May 6. Acts 6:8-15; Psalm 119:23-24, 26-27,
29-30; John 6:22-29
Tuesday, May 7. Acts 7:51-8:1; Psalm 31:3-4, 6-8, 17,
21; John 6:30-35
Wednesday, May 8. Acts 8:1-8; Psalm 66:1-7; John
6:35-40
Thursday, May 9. Acts 8:26-40; Psalm 66:8-9, 16-17,
20; John 6:44-51
Friday, May 10. Acts 9:1-20; Psalm 117:1-2; John
6:52-59
Saturday, May 11. Acts 9:31-42; Psalm 116:12-17;
John 6:60-69
Sunday, May 12. Fourth Sunday of Easter.
Acts13:14, 43-52; Revelation 7:9, 14-17; Psalm 100:1-
3, 5; John 10:27-30
Daily readings can be found online at:
www.usccb.org/bible/readings
Liturgy Corner
First Reading: In between the event described in last
Sunday’s reading and today’s text, the Apostles have
been arrested, imprisoned, and mirac-
ulously released to resume their proc-
lamation of the Gospel. As todays’
reading begins, they are apprehended
again. Always, there is the shadow of
the Cross - Jesus’, the disciples, and
our own. Would that we, too, could
rejoice in our sufferings for the sake of
Jesus.
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 30 is a
song of praise celebrating God’s deliverance of his peo-
ple and, particularly in today’s liturgy, of the Apostles.
Surely the words of the psalmist sustained them, giving
them courage and hope in all they would endure.
Second Reading: In a vision John, the Christian proph-
et, sees God’s heavenly throne surrounded by the elders,
the living creatures, and countless angels. They sing
praise to the victorious Lamb of God. All creatures in
Third Sunday of Easter
May 5, 2019
heaven and on earth join in the triumphal hymn.
Gospel: The Apostles have returned
to their former occupation as fisher-
man - in this instance, with little suc-
cess. Jesus gifts them with a miracu-
lous catch of fish, then nourishes
them with food for body and spirit.
The disciples know, without a doubt,
that it is the Lord. The longer option
includes Jesus’ triple questioning of
Peter’s love for him (paralleling his
earlier threefold denial). Peter like-
wise receives a threefold commission to shepherd Jesus’
flock. Peter’s destiny is the focus of the final verses. His
martyrdom, like Jesus’ own Death, would glorify God.
Today’s Gospel ends with the command and invitation
to “Follow me”. The way of the disciple can be none
other than the way of Jesus.
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Total Raised to Date
from parishioners $1,614,408
Percentage raised
toward our goal 92%
Number of Pledges 616
Needed to reach
minimum goal $35,592
A larger lobby...
Total Pledges
from local
businesses:
$100,000
The steeple
graph above
includes only
pledges made
by families
and
does not
reflect
additional
contributions
from
businesses.
April showers might bring May flowers,
but our continual wet and chilly weather
makes us even more enthusiastic about our
plans for a larger lobby on our church
building. No longer will families need to
stand out in the drizzle prior to funerals.
Our first communicants won’t need to run
between the raindrops. We can talk with
each other before and after Mass even if
the weather is wet or cold or hot.
One of the features we are designing will
be a weekend reception desk where people
can get information, register for the parish,
get Mass cards, etc. without having to
leave the building. There will be a seating
area where people can wait for rides and
an overhang outside to shield people from
the elements when waiting to be picked up.
A year ago students from Division Ave
High School and MacArthur High School
prepared some designs for our new lobby.
These are now being shared with our
architects and can be seen at our website.
20/20
Thanks to the folks who have been taking us up on our
suggestion of pledging $20 for 20 months. It’s easy to
“set and forget” if you pledge online at
Faith Direct.Go to:
https://membership.faithdirect.net/NY272
and sign up to give in our Let’s Build! Campaign or
send in the form below.
Whether you’re a long-time parishioner or you’re
visiting for a Confirmation or Communion celebration,
we welcome your participation in our campaign to
renovate the parish campus.
FUN FACT: With 5000 families in our parish if every family
gave $400 just once, we’d have $2 million for our project!
Yes! Sign me up for a $20 donation for 20 months.
Please contact me for the best way to set this up.
Name ________________________________
Phone _______________________
email _________________________________
We’re still a few months away from designing our new
space. So if you’re visiting from another church and your
church has a nice lobby, or if you are traveling to other
churches, especially when on vacation in the months
ahead, why not take a photo of their lobbies and send them
to Father Ralph? We’re happy to learn things from the
experiences of other churches and their use of a gathering
space.
Thank you to everyone who has pledged so far...
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