November 10, 2013 Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help 559 PELHAM MANOR RD, PELHAM MANOR, NY 10803 Parish Office (914) 738-1449 ▪ Fax (914) 738-9454 Email . olph10803@msn.com - www.olph-pelhammanor.org Rev. Robert J. DeJulio, Pastor Rev. Abraham Vettiyolil, mcbs Parochial Vicar Rev. Ferdinand Madaki Weekend Associates Rev. Edward T. Dowling, S.J., Rev. Stanley O’Konsky, S.J., Rev. Michael Greco, OFM, Cap. Mr. Joseph McQuade Deacons Mr. Daniel Murphy Mrs. Marianne Parker Parish Trustees Mr. Frank Barbieri Mrs. Fabiola Brito Briseno, Administrative Assistant Dr. Joseph Schippa, Music Director- Mrs. Elaine Ruggiero, Organist Mr. Gabriel Gomez, Buildings and Grounds Parish School Pre-K – 8th grade www.olphpelham.com ▪ (914) 738-5158 Mrs. Susan Cotronei, Principal Religious Education Office (914) 738-0670 Mr. Michael Hall, Director olphccd0670@optonline.net Confessions Saturday . 4:00 - 4:45pm & by appointment Baptisms 2nd & 4th Sunday of the Month at 1:30pm. Please call Parish Office to make arrangements. Marriages There is a six month planning period required. Please make an appointment with one of the priests for further information. Devotions to Our Lady Rosary . Monday - Saturday . 8:40am Miraculous Medal Novena - Monday . 9:30am MASS SCHEDULE: Weekdays: (Mon-Sat) 8:00AM and 9:00AM Weekends: Saturday 5:00PM, Sunday 8:00AM, 9:30AM, 11:00AM, & 12:30PM Memorial Day-Labor Day, Sat. 5:00PM, Sun. 8:00AM, 10:00AM, & 12:00 Noon Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time From The Pastor During the recent government shutdown one of the things that was said repeatedly by both sides is that they were looking for 'common ground' upon which to build the foundation of an agreement. While the politicians may have taken more time than necessary to find this so called common ground the American people seemed to be able to find it and unite almost immediately over one issue - veterans. One of the consequences the shutdown had was a direct impact upon the men and women who have and continue to put themselves in harms way to protect our freedom and liberty. They are mindful of the risks involved but they accept that as part of the process to guarantee that our country and its citizens are protected from danger. This indeed is a noble cause and those who participate in military service are indeed heroes in every sense of the term. November 10, 2013 During the pre-Christmas season we will again be collecting gift cards as part of our parish Giving Tree to be sent to those who are recovering at Walter Reed Medical Center. It is our way of letting them know that they are appreciated and not forgotten. This weekend let us remember those who served our country, protected our liberty and sacrificed much throughout our history. Sincerely, Rev. Robert DeJulio Pastor Because of the shutdown veterans issues became a matter of public outcry. Whether it was the closing of monuments, the interruption of veteran's services and benefits or the payment of death benefit compensation to the families of those who died in combat, the story of this injustice became an important part of our daily news. How could a country that has benefited so greatly from the efforts of men and women in the military turn its back on these people in their time of need? It seemed almost incomprehensible. What does it say about us as a people? How do we allow this to happen? The next scheduled cooking day for our parish chefs is Friday, November 22nd. The menu consists of Sloppy Joes and two frozen green beans. Food should be brought to the Church office by 1:00pm where it will be picked up and delivered to St. Gabriel’s Church. Please remember that all meals are for a minimum of 20 people. For information, call Geri Engstrom @ 738-1141. Sometimes we have a rather short memory when it comes to things like this. We tend to forget the lessons of our history and that our quality of life is what it is because of the sacrifices of others. It is rather sad to see that a day set aside to honor our veterans has become overshadowed by the commercialism that infects so much of our life today and the moments of silence and respect have been overcome by 'sales' and shopping. Second Time Michael Marcellino & Angelica Herrera BANNS OF MARRIAGE Please pick up your workbooks in the Sacristy. Thank you!! 461-OLPH Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday, November 11 8:00 AM - Valerie Fumo 9:00 AM - Santo & Caterina Rondenelli Tuesday, November 12 8:00 AM - Isabel Torres & Juana Lopez 9:00 AM - Joseph & Helen Doino Wednesday, November 13 8:00 AM - Leonardo Don Diego, Jr 9:00 AM - Philip Gregware, Jr Thursday, November 14 8:00 AM - Adeline Patinelli 9:00 AM - Caroline Donahoe Friday, November 15 8:00 AM - Justin Acocella 9:00 AM - Lucille Capalbo Saturday, November 16 8:00 AM - Edward Miller 9:00 AM - Frank Pfeiffer, Jr There will be a parish Mass of Thanksgiving on Monday, November 25th at 9:00 AM. Please plan to attend with your family. Non perishable items for the Food Pantry will be accepted that day and there will be a collection at all Masses for Hope Food Pantry in New Rochelle. Please join us to make a family Christmas ornament for the Parish Christmas tree. Sunday, December 1st in the school cafeteria following the 9:30AM Mass. Please register by November 16th at 738-0670 or olphccd0670@optonline.net. November 10, 2013 The Silent Auction is looking for the donation of unique items – Tickets to sports events, Broadway shows, gift certificates for spa treatments, cooking or yoga classes would be great additions to this very special table. You can also make a monetary donation so we can purchase items for this table. For information or to make a donation please contact Marina Kolmer at marinakolmer@yahoo.com The OLPH Choir needs your voice! New members are invited to join our very welcoming choir as we prepare for the holiday season. Rehearsals are held on Sundays at 10:15 AM downstairs in the Choir Room prior to singing at the 11:00 AM Mass. All voice types are needed. Please consider joining this very special ministry. For further information, please call Dr. Joe Schippa at 914-907-4997. The Annual Thanksgiving-in-a-box food drive for needy families, will once again be an Interfaith Pelham event. We are asking volunteers to assemble a box of food for a family of 6-8 people. Last year we provided much needed food for 500 families. If you wish to participate or need more information, please call Michelle D'Urso at 738-6442 or email at mdurso25@gmail.com. A flier will also be posted on the parish website: www.olph-pelhammanor.org. Sunday, Nov. 24th at 4:00PM Community Church. All are welcome. 461-OLPH Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time November 10, 2013 461-OLPH