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Nursery available at Blessed Sacrament & St. Mary’s at both Masses. Ask the Ushers to direct you.
Gluten free hosts available Check in the Sacristy before Mass.
Blessed Sacrament 534 Oxford Street
Rochester, New York 14607
259 Rutgers Street (mailing) Rochester, New York 14607
(585) 271-7240 (585) 442-7517 Fax
Sunday 10:00 a.m. & 12:15 p.m.
Mon & Wed at 8:00 a.m.
Saint Boniface 330 Gregory Street
Rochester, New York 14620
259 Rutgers Street (mailing) Rochester, New York 14607
(585) 271-7240 (585) 442-7517 Fax
Saturday 5:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m.
Tues & Fri 7:30 a.m.
Sacrament of Penance Saturday 4:00 p.m.
Saint Mary’s 15 St. Mary’s Place
Rochester, New York 14607
259 Rutgers Street (mailing) Rochester, New York 14607
(585) 271-7240 (585) 442-7517 Fax
Saturday 4:00 p.m. Sunday 10:30 a.m.
Mon, Thurs, Fri 12:10 p.m.
Rosary & Communion Tues & Wed 12:10 p.m.
Sacrament of Penance
Saturday 3:00 p.m.
April 22, 2018 The Fourth Sunday of Easter
Saint Mary’s Saint Boniface Blessed Sacrament
WELCOME EVERYONE: No matter who you are, no matter where you've been, no matter what you've done, you are invited, accepted a nd most welcome in our parish communities. We hope Christ will bring fullness into your life, and that we can provide you with the spiritual support and information you need.
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LITURGICAL MINISTERS You are cordially invited to an appreciation brunch to be held on Saturday, April 28 from 9-11am in the Dugan Center at St. Mary’s. Father John will be our guest speaker and there will be plenty of food and an opportunity to get to know one another! Please RSVP by April 22 to Bill Robert by email at:
[email protected] or by calling him at 398-3678. Free parking is available in the Geva Lot, on the street, or in the Excellus garage!
PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL NOMINATIONS CONTINUE!
Our Parish Pastoral Council needs your help to nominate new members. You can strengthen the community by making your voices heard and sharing your gifts with PPC. You can nominate a fellow parishioner, or if you feel called to serve on PPC, you can nominate yourself. Becoming a Parish Council member is a great way to get to know the workings of the parish and be a part of important decisions that need to be made here in our parish community. Our meetings are once a month for two hours and normally fall on the third Monday of the month. Nomination forms are in the pews again this weekend. Please fill one out and drop it in the collection basket. Thank you!
Weekly Calendar/Parish Events Sunday, April 22 Until 1pm Young Adults Retreat to Mt. Savior continues 10:00 a.m. Coffee Hour, Kurtz/Schey/Collins (SB) 10:00 a.m. NTN Sale Set Up & Donations until 4pm (BS) 12:00 p.m. Age + Wisdom=Scripture Lessons presented by Voices of Women in Dugan Center (SM) Monday, April 23 10:00 a.m. NTN Sale Set Up & Donations until 7pm (BS) 11:00 a.m. Mass at Episcopal Church Home 7:00 p.m. Bible Study (SB) Tuesday, April 24 10:00 a.m. NTN Sale Set Up & Donations until 7pm (BS) 11:00 a.m. Communion Service at St. John’s Home 1:30 p.m. The Eucharist Discussion Group in School (BS) 7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal (SB) Wednesday, April 25 10:00 a.m. Bible Study (BS) 10:00 a.m. NTN Sale Set Up & Donations until 7pm (BS) 7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal (BS) Thursday, April 26 10:00 a.m. NTN Sale Set Up & Donations until 7pm (BS) 7:00 p.m. Frassati Group (BS) Friday, April 27 Saturday, April 28 9:00 a.m. Liturgical Ministers Appreciation Breakfast (SM) 1:00 p.m. Baptismal Preparation in School (BS) 3:00 p.m. Sacrament of Penance (SM) 4:00 p.m. Sacrament of Penance (SB) Sunday, April 29 10:00 a.m. Coffee Hour, Hohman/Thomas (SB) 11:00 a.m. Young Adults Brunch in dining room (BS) 1:15 p.m. RCIA in School (BS) 6:00 p.m. Chelsea Barton Organ Recital (SM)
Liturgies and Mass Intentions
Saturday, April 21 4:00 p.m. (SM) Colleen Bavosa by The Cleary Family 5:00 p.m. (SB) For the Parishioners of the Southeast Rochester Catholic Community Sunday, April 22 9:00 a.m. (SB) For the Living Intentions of Tyrone Christy by Family 10:00 a.m. (BS) Karen Lamark, 3rd Anniversary by Family Sue White by Erin & Sean McCarthy 10:30 a.m. (SM) Dante Cacchio by The Forgensi Family 12:15 p.m. (BS) Michael Wade, Anniversary by Wade Family Christine Glinin by Anthony Zinone Monday, April 23 8:00 a.m. (BS) Jane Mastrodonato by Chris Walsh 12:10 p.m. (SM) Patricia & Garrett Cleary by Cleary Family Tuesday, April 24 7:30 a.m. (SB) Helen Beckerman by Bequest 12:10 p.m. (SM) Rosary & Communion Wednesday, April 25 8:00 a.m. (BS) Joseph & Sally Farrar by Bequest 12:10 p.m. (SM) Rosary & Communion Thursday, April 26 12:10 p.m. (SM) Mark Conlin, Jr. by Sam Combriato Friday, April 27 7:30 a.m. (SB) Holly Jo O’Neil by Claudia Herman 12:10 p.m. (SM) Saturday, April 28 4:00 p.m. (SM) The Parishioners of the Southeast Rochester Catholic Community 5:00 p.m. (SB) The Living Intentions of Tyrone Christy by Family Sunday, April 29 9:00 a.m. (SB) Kroy Castrichini by Mark & Ashley Brongo 10:00 a.m. (BS) John Bianchi by Family 10:30 a.m. (SM) Dorothy Owen by Rick McGrath 12:15 p.m. (BS) Veronica Flanagan by Elizabeth Flanagan
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Please Pray for Our Parishioners: Margherita Pompeii, Michelle Wade, Lilianna Jefferson, Michelle Bach Skubis, Layla Tremble, Lorraine Richman, Pete Bansbach, Margaret Nordbye, Tina Wagner, Adam Kwon, Louise Fletcher, Carla Logan, Rachel Melito, Jim Melito, Marti Erhardt, Virginia Fifield, Judy Wesley, Teresa Spencer, Marie Voelkl, David Ballerstein, Diane Porcelli, Joe Brown, Tim Crosier, Stephen Schulz, Ann Konish, Leona Hickey, Susan Meck, Don Wiegand. Please help us keep our list accurate by calling as soon as possible when you or a loved one would like to be removed from the list.
Readings for April 29, 2018 Fifth Sunday of Easter
Acts 9: 26-31 1 Jn 3: 18-24 Jn 15: 1-8
BANNS OF MARRIAGE Please pray for the following couples getting married:
Jennifer Spoleta & Michael Perri (SM)
Ian McBride & Meghan McDermott (BS)
Please join us on Sunday, April 29 for an organ recital to be given by our Director of Music, Chelsea Barton. This 45 minute recital will be held at 6:00pm at St. Mary’s Church. All are invited and welcome to support Chelsea! Street parking, Excellus Garage parking and Geva Lot parking are all free (just let Geva lot attendant know you are attending a function at St. Mary’s). Hope to see you there!
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A WORD FROM FR. JOHN…
After one of our Masses last weekend, a parishioner approached me with some questions about the selection process for new members to our Parish Pastoral Council (PPC). As we are in the midst of seeking nominations to serve, I thought that it might be helpful to explain a little more about that process. Over the course of the four weekends of April, we will be asking our parishioners to nominate others or themselves to serve by filling out a form available in the pews and dropping the completed form in the collection basket. On the first weekend of May, current members of our PPC will offer testimonials at the end of Mass. During the second week in May, all those nominated who might be interested in serving will gather for a discernment and selection evening led by the PPC discernment committee and departing PPC members. The goal is for those gathered to reach a consensus as to whom among those interested would be best positioned to join those current PPC members to form a council that is representative of the community that gathers to worship at our three churches. This process is new to me, but my understanding is that it has met with success for a number of years at St. Mary’s. To assist you as you discern whether someone you know or perhaps yourself are good candidates for nomination, it may be helpful to layout some basis qualifications and some qualities that make for effective PPC members. In general, good candidates possess the primary gift of practical wisdom. The Council is made up of parishioners who reflect the diversity of the parish, have a vested interest in the life and development of the parish, and want to help the pastor in this regard. We are not looking for a group of professionals, who are expert in catechesis, liturgy, pastoral care or education; but those who want our parish to be the best version of itself. Anyone meeting the following criteria can be nominated: be fully initiated Roman Catholics (Baptism,
Confirmation, Eucharist) in good standing with the Church;
be registered and supporting members of the parish; be participants in parish life and worship; be committed to prayer, study, listening and dialogue; be committed to giving the time needed for
participation; and be aware of and comply with the Parish Conflict of
Interest Policy Parish Council members should also possess the following gifts necessary for pastoral leadership: a desire for spiritual growth in oneself and in the parish; eagerness to participate in parish decisions about its
direction; willingness to listen, speak openly and honestly, and to
work toward consensus;
integrity in articulating what one has heard and what one believes;
the ability to inspire and empower others and to delegate; and
cooperation, flexibility and openness with people and ideas.
Currently, the council meets one evening per month (Sept.-June) for about 1½ hours. Our twelve member council currently is comprised of four members who identify primarily with each of our three worship sites, joined by our parochial vicar, Fr. Matthew Jones, and myself, and our parish secretary, Diane Pawlik serving as the PPC secretary. Hopefully, this information will assist you in making nominations, as we seek the inspiration of the Holy Spirit in forming our Parish Pastoral Council, which will have a significant role in shaping the vision and mission of parish community. If you have any questions about the PPC or the discernment process for the selection of new members, please feel free to inquire when you see me in church or contact me at the parish office, by phone or email. I offer my congratulations to our seventeen young people, who were confirmed by Bishop Matano at Sacred Heart this past Thursday evening, along with their sponsors, parents and families, who have supported and encouraged them throughout the two-year preparation process and the entirety of their faith journeys. Now that they have completed their initiation into the Church, we look forward to these young people assuming their place as full, active and enthusiastic adult members of our parish community! Don’t forget: our Liturgical Ministers Appreciation Breakfast this coming Saturday morning, April 28, at St. Mary’s. We will continue to accept your donations to our Next-To-New Sale through Thursday, April 26, in anticipation of the actual sale on May 3-5. We would appreciate a few hours of your time to assist with this important parish fund raiser, that also provides essential goods to a number of those living on limited means in our community. Peace and Easter blessings to all! Yours, Fr. John PS - Just a quick note as this bulletin goes to print. Congratulations to Fr. Matthew Jones, who applied for and has been appointed the Parochial Administrator of All Saints Parish in Corning, NY, effective June 26, 2018. We look forward to welcoming Fr. Felicjan Sierotowicz, who has been appointed to take his place as our Parochial Vicar. Fr Felicjan, originally from Krakow, Poland, has been serving in our diocese since 2000, currently as Parochial Vicar of Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Community in Penn Yan, NY. More information will follow. Please keep Fr. Matt and Fr. Felicjan in your prayers, as they start transitioning to their new assignments. We wish them well.
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RENEWING AND REFRESHING ADULT FAITH “In Baptism, people are incorporated into Christ and become part of God’s people. This first Sacrament makes us a ‘new creation through water and the Holy Spirit.’ (Christian Initiation, Introduction #2.) By the signing at Confirmation they are strengthened in the image of the Lord and are sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit.” Sacramental Policies Confirmation, Diocese of Rochester Our Confirmation Candidates (both year 1 and year 2 candidates) participated in a Retreat on April 15th. We invited teen parishioners who were Confirmed last year to help with the retreat. They gave witness talks and facilitated small group sharing. Below is an outline shared by one of the teens. What would YOU say about your life after Confirmation? Life After Confirmation:
Confirmation is the beginning of you taking responsibility for your independent relationship with God and the church. It signifies that you accept your faith and will continue to serve the Lord as a Catholic.
You will continue to mature and grow in faith Confirmation gives you:
A responsibility to share your faith with others; to be an example of the faith in and out of church
Some ideas for continued involvement in our parish are…
Youth Group that meets monthly
Parish ministry groups
Help out at coffee hours or other social functions
Volunteer at First Communion/Confirmation preparation classes
Pray to God and ask him what he wants you to do The Ceremony: I was very nervous leading up to confirmation but once at the ceremony I felt that I was prepared through our confirmation meetings.
— William Lopatka
To all of our parishioners that are homebound or in elder care facilities. Please be assured of our on-going prayers for you and all of your caregivers! Please call the office at 271-7240 if you would like a Communion visit.
A DIFFERENT VIEW OF THE SCRIPTURES
“Preaching the Scriptures through
the Lens of Age and Wisdom” is the
new book authored by the April speaker at the next Voices of Women presentation this weekend on Sunday,
April 22 at Noon in the Dugan Center at St. Mary’s. Sr. Barbara Moore RSM, will discuss the scriptures and her remarks will center on the men and women from the Old and New Testaments whose contributions described in scripture is of value to us today. Sr. Barbara is renown for her preaching of the scriptures. Now, as an older and wiser woman, she views the contributions of these testament people in a different way and so has developed reflections for all to consider. Sr Barbara will have copies of her book available for sale following the talk. All are welcome to participate in this session that runs from 12:00 to 1:00. Free street and lot parking available. Don’t miss this dynamic presenter as she opens the scriptures in a unique way. Bring a friend and share this event.
NEXT-TO-NEW SALE SALE DATES: Thursday and Friday, May 3 and 4 9:00 AM — 7:00 PM Saturday, May 5 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM DONATIONS ACCEPTED: Now through April 26 Weekends: 10:00 AM — 4:00 PM Weekdays: 10:00 AM — 7:00 PM Volunteers are still needed for all aspects of sale and set-up. If you would like to volunteer, just come to the Auditorium when you can during the hours above or call John McCrank at 442-2869. You may also sign up to volunteer on the Next-to-New Sale webpage at www.southeastrochestercatholics.org. Just click on the Next-to-New Sale button on the homepage. Items accepted include: clothing (mens, womens, children), shoes, jewelry, accessories (purses, gloves, etc.), furniture, linens, books, dishes, small kitchen appliances (toasters, toaster ovens, coffee makers, blenders), luggage, computers, flat screen televisions, radios, pictures, holiday decorations, games, toys, hardware, and sports equipment. Items we CANNOT ACCEPT: large appliances (washers, dryers, refrigerators, etc.), sofa beds, couches, mattresses, car seats, magazines, encyclopedias, bathing suits, and wedding dresses. All items should be cleaned and in good repair!
MEN’S CLUB SPRING EUCHRE EVENT
Please join the Men’s Club at St. Boniface on Friday, May 4 downstairs in the basement of the Nativity School for the spring Euchre Event! Cost is $10.00 per person. Registration begins at 7:00pm & games will
start at 7:30pm. Reservations can be made by calling Tony Califano at 359-0966 or calling the Men’s Club at 473-7019. Hope to see you there!
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MINISTERIAL STAFF
Fr. John Loncle, Pastor, [email protected] Fr. Matthew F. Jones, Parochial Vicar, [email protected] Sr. Kathleen Wayne, RSM, Director of Faith Formation, [email protected] Deacon David Palma, Pastoral Associate, [email protected] Beverly LaBelle, Pastoral Associate, [email protected] Susan Howard, Pastoral Associate, [email protected] Mary Jo Lightholder, Director, Supper Program [email protected] Katrina Hossenlopp, Youth Ministry, [email protected]
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Molly Hedges, Director of Finance, [email protected]
Diane Pawlik, Parish Secretary, [email protected] Kathy Marfione, Parish Communications, [email protected] Becky Herring , Bookkeeper, [email protected] Chris Wilke, Maintenance Supervisor, [email protected]
PARISH MUSICIANS
Chelsea Barton, Director of Music, [email protected] Ivan Bosnar, Associate Director of Music,
MAINTENANCE STAFF
Dave Bergeron, St. Boniface Nick Caines, Blessed Sacrament Walter Miller, St. Mary’s Diane Kannel, Gardener, St. Mary’s
PARISH FINANCIAL SUPPORT April 15, 2018 Collection Weekly Need Variance Blessed Sacrament $ 7,957 $ 7,952 $ 5 St. Boniface $ 2,799 $ 3,600 ($ 801) St. Mary’s $ 3,381 $ 5,442 ($ 2,061) Year-to-Date Blessed Sacrament $353,776 $340,406 $13,370 St. Boniface $148,396 $154,218 ($ 5,822) St. Mary’s $232,309 $232,388 $ 79
Thank you for your faithful and generous support! We depend on your thoughtfulness and
commitment. God bless you.
2017-18 CATHOLIC MINISTRIES APPEAL
Blessed Sacrament
St. Boniface
St. Mary’s
Goal $73,311 $26,175 $49,076
Pledged $73,771 $26,140 $40,519
% of Goal 100.63% 101.59% 82.56%
% of Households
Participating
26%
26%
23%
BETHANY HOUSE The next Bethany House dinner will be held on Wednesday, May 9 at 5:30 p.m. If you would like to participate by bringing a dish to pass and help serve guests, please call Sandy Behnke at 478-4063.
UNITED WAY 2018 CAMPAIGN, AGENCY #2305 Please consider supporting our Supper Program and designating Blessed Sacrament Supper Program when you make your 2018 United Way contribution. In order for our agency to receive your support, you must designate Blessed Sacrament Supper Program, Agency#2305, on a donor choice form each year. If you do not designate, our Supper Program will not receive your United Way funds. Ask your United Way solicitor at work for a United Way Donor Choice Contributor’s Brochure or access the United Way web-site and please consider supporting our Supper Program. The last few campaigns have each brought in over $30,000 which has been a substantial part of our operating budget. Thank you to all who have supported us so generously in the past, and we ask that you consider us in this year’s campaign.
SAVE THE DATE Vacation Bible Camp for Kids! Shipwrecked! Rescued by Jesus 9:00-Noon at Blessed Sacrament July 23-27. Registration forms available on the parish website. For more information, visit:
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CATHOLIC PERSPECTIVES ON MODERN DAY HEALTH CARE
There will be a special conference geared towards Catholic physicians, nurses, attorneys, and other health professionals to be held at the RIT Inn & Conference Center on Saturday, May 5 from 8:30am-5:30pm. The conference will conclude with the White Mass celebrated by Bishop Salvatore Matano. Featured speakers include Wesley Smith, JD, Anne Nolte, MD and Fr. McTeigue, PhD. For additional conference information or to register, visit: Www.fingerlakesCMA.org
AN OPPORTUNITY TO CONSIDER DURING THE
YEAR OF THE EUCHARIST Bishop Robert Barron DVD presentation—EUCHARIST: Sacred Meal, Sacrifice, Real Presence—Tuesdays April 24, May 1 and 8 1:30-3:30 pm Blessed Sacrament School Building. Presentation facilitated by Sister Kathleen Wayne, RSM. All material will be provided.
No registration necessary. Just bring yourself and an open heart. For more information contact Sister Kathleen at the Faith Formation Office 507-9961 or [email protected]
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