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READINGS FOR SUNDAY
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE
VOL. 30 NO. 47
R e ad ing 1 Ez 3 4: 1 1 - 12 , 1 5 - 17
Thus says the Lord God: I myself will look after and tend my sheep. As a
shepherd tends his flock when he finds himself among his scattered sheep,
so will I tend my sheep. I will rescue them from every place where they were
scattered when it was cloudy and dark. I myself will pasture my sheep; I
myself will give them rest, says the Lord God. The lost I will seek out, the
strayed I will bring back, the injured I will bind up, the sick I will heal, but the
sleek and the strong I will destroy, shepherding them rightly. As for you, my
sheep, says the Lord God, I will judge between one sheep and another,
between rams and goats.
R e spo nso ri a l Ps a lm Ps 23 : 1- 2 , 2 -3 , 5 - 6
R. The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want.
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. In verdant pastures He gives me
repose. R.
Beside restful waters He leads me; He refreshes my soul. He guides me in
right paths for His name's sake. R.
You spread the table before me in the sight of my foes; you anoint my head
with oil; my cup overflows. R.
Only goodness and kindness follow me all the days of my life; and I shall
dwell in the house of the Lord for years to come. R.
R e ad ing 2 1 C o r 1 5 :2 0 - 26 , 28
Brothers and sisters: Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of
those who have fallen asleep. For since death came through man, the
resurrection of the dead came also through man. For just as in Adam all die,
so too in Christ shall all be brought to life, but each one in proper order:
Christ the firstfruits; then, at His coming, those who belong to Christ; then
comes the end, when He hands over the kingdom to His God and Father,
when He has destroyed every sovereignty and every authority and power.
For He must reign until He has put all His enemies under his feet. The last
enemy to be destroyed is death. When everything is subjected to Him, then
the Son Himself will also be subjected to the one who subjected everything
to Him, so that God may be all in all.
Go sp e l Mt 25 : 3 1- 4 6
Jesus said to his disciples: "When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all
the angels with Him, He will sit upon His glorious throne, and all the nations
will be assembled before Him. And He will separate them one from another,
as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. He will place the sheep
on His right and the goats on His left. Then the king will say to those on His
right, 'Come, you who are blessed by my Father. Inherit the kingdom
prepared for you from the foundation of the world. For I was hungry and you
gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you
welcomed me, naked and you clothed me, ill and you cared for me, in prison
and you visited me.' Then the righteous will answer Him and say, 'Lord,
when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you drink?
When did we see you a stranger and welcome you, or naked and clothe
you? When did we see you ill or in prison, and visit you?' And the king will
say to them in reply, 'Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of the
least brothers of mine, you did for me.' Then He will say to those on His left,
'Depart from me, you accursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil
and His angels. For I was hungry and you gave me no food, I was thirsty
and you gave me no drink, a stranger and you gave me no welcome, naked
and you gave me no clothing, ill and in prison, and you did not care for me.'
Then they will answer and say, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry or thirsty
or a stranger or naked or ill or in prison, and not minister to your needs?' He
will answer them, 'Amen, I say to you, what you did not do for one of these
least ones, you did not do for me.' And these will go off to eternal
punishment, but the righteous to eternal life."
NOVEMBER 23, 2014
HEALING MASS
A Thanksgiving Healing Mass with Msgr. Jeff Conway will be held at St.
Patrick’s Parish in the Worship Center (School Auditorium), 3560
Richmond Road on Tuesday, November 25th at 8pm. All are welcome.
MASSES OF THE WEEK
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2014 ................... St. Albert the Great
9:00am Jean Portelles ......................................... Husband, Herb
4:00pm Yolanda Leath ........................................ LaCava Family
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2014 ................. Our Lord Jesus Christ,
..................................................... King of the Universe
8:00am Dolores Benedetto ............ Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Pristavec
9:30am Suzanne DeCarlo .............................Rosemary DeCarlo
10:45am For All Parishioners
12:00pm Nicholas Eadicicco ........... Mr. & Mrs. Ernest W. Kaufmann, Jr.
1:15pm Donald Becker ........................................... Caron Family
6:00pm Richard Rella .................................... Alexandra Psomas
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2014 .................... St. Andrew Dũng-Lac
............................................................... & Companions
9:00am Deceased Members of Yanushefski Family ...................
......................................................... Yanushefski Family
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2014 ........ St. Catherine of Alexandria
9:00am Benka Kojic .............................................. Carmella Karg
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2014
9:00am Mark Zogby ................................................... Fran Zogby
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2014 ..................... Thanksgiving Day
9:00am All Parishioners
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2014
9:00am Mary Taormina .................. Mr. & Mrs. Robert McFeeley
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2014
9:00am Alice Kane ............................... Martin & Marilyn O’Reilly
4:00pm Salvatore Alba ............................................. Alba Family
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2014 .....................1st Sunday of Advent
8:00am Dominick Esposito .................................. Angie Esposito
9:30am Anthony & Josephine Venezia ..............................Family
10:45am For All Parishioners
12:00pm Carmelo Viré .................. Carl & Nancy Ciaccio & Family
1:15pm Donald Becker ........................................... Muniz Family
6:00pm Joseph Autovino ....................................Autovino Family
7:00pm
8:00pm
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2014
Ed & Nellie Angeles, Carmella Fanelli, Nancy
Argenziano, Angelina Signorile, Rachel T. Zagaria
Anthony Caruvana, Thomas Cavataio, C. Jeronimo,
Anthony Mongelli, Jr.
MASS CELEBRANTS
SAT., NOV. 22, 2014
MASS
SAT., NOV. 29, 2014
Msgr. Jeff
4:00pm
Msgr. Robert O’Connor
SUN., NOV. 23, 2014
MASS
SUN., NOV. 30, 2014
Fr. Victor
8:00am
Fr. Liboy
Fr. Victor
9:30am
Fr. Victor
Msgr. Robert O’Connor
10:45am
Msgr. Jeff
Msgr. Robert O’Connor
12:00pm
Msgr. Jeff
Msgr. Jeff
1:15pm
Msgr. Jeff
Msgr. Jeff
6:00pm
Fr. Victor
SAT., NOV. 22, 2014
Helen Adams
SUN., NOV. 23, 2014
Elizabeth Basile
Jean Pennacchio
Peter Razzano
Carl Ciaccio
Martha Pellechia
Angelo Tomasetti
LECTOR SCHEDULE
MASS
SAT., NOV. 29, 2014
4:00pm
Richard Noel
MASS
SUN., NOV. 30, 2014
8:00am
Maria Giura
9:30am
Luis Torres
10:45am
Florence Guttilla
12:00pm
Timothy Haddad
1:15pm
Toni Maffeo
6:00pm
Helen Adams
EUCHARISTIC MINISTER SCHEDULE
SAT., NOV. 22, 2014
MASS
SAT., NOV. 29, 2014
Maureen Murphy
4:00pm
Maureen Murphy
Marie Raneri
Martha Pellechia
Helen Adams
Helen Adams
SUN., NOV. 23, 2014
MASS
SUN., NOV. 30, 2014
Cora Mariano
8:00am
Lilian Hopkins
Camille McDermott
Maureen Digilio
Stephanie Crocitto
Tim Norris
9:30am
Marie Raneri
John Ladley
Marianne Trapani
John Ladley
Gemma Angilletta
10:45am Harry Ustler
Lou Campione
Paul Pagel
Harry Ustler
Nellie Angeles
Margaret Wallace
12:00pm Ed Angeles
Nancy Ciaccio
Henry Gioia
Paul Pagel
Kathleen Gioia
Mary Festa
1:15pm
Lenny Paglio
Theresa Cafiero
Mary Festa
Lenny Paglio
Danielle Bernstein
Kathleen Gioia
6:00pm
Barbara Volpicello
Henry Gioia
Josephine Galante
Camille McDermott
ALTAR SERVER SCHEDULE
SAT., NOV. 22, 2014
MASS
SAT., NOV. 29, 2014
Thomas Burgos
4:00pm
Colin Whalen
Nicholas Russo
Miles Ellis
SUN., NOV. 23, 2014
MASS
SUN., NOV. 30, 2014
Dominick Garcia
8:00am
Daniel Dawkins
Paul Fung
Nicholas Russo
Miles Ellis
9:30am
Dominick Garcia
Thomas Crocitto
Thomas Burgos
Michael Cottone
10:45am
Vincent Siracusa
Alex Petillo
Anthony Siracusa
Vincent Siracusa
12:00noon
Stephan Morganstern
Stephen Siracusa
Mario Introna
Michael Caron
1:15pm
Alex Petillo
Anthony Caron
Paul Fung
Lawrence Callahan
6:00pm
Lawrence Callahan
Colin Whalen
Thomas Crocitto
MEMORIAL DONATION
The Altar Breads to be used for the Masses offered in our Church
and Auditorium from November 22nd to 28th, 2014 been donated by
The Lento Family, In Memory of Frank Fata.
SEVEN DAY VOTIVE CANDLES
In Honor Of
Intended For
FRANCES
SANCTUARY LAMP
CARAMANICO
DOROTHY & NESTORO
HOLY FAMILY
STRAVORKO
LACAVA &
ST. PATRICK
MACCHIAROLA
ST. ANTHONY
JOHN TRAPANI
ST. FRANCES
JOSEPH FUNG
XAVIER CABRINI
ST. ELIZABETH
EDWARD CATAPANO
ANN SETON
Requested By
Fusaro Family
Ustler Family
Family
Whalen Family
Badagliacco
Family
Fornito Family
FEAST OF THE WEEK
Saint Cecilia
(3rd century; Feast: November 22nd)
Although Cecilia is one of the most famous of the Roman martyrs,
the familiar stories about her are apparently not founded on authentic
material. There is no trace of honor being paid her in early times. A
fragmentary inscription of the late fourth century refers to a church
named after her, and her feast was celebrated at least in 545.
According to legend, Cecilia was a young Christian of high rank
betrothed to a Roman named Valerian. Through her influence
Valerian was converted, and was martyred along with his brother.
The legend about Cecilia’s death says that after being struck three
times on the neck with a sword, she lived for three days, and asked
the pope to convert her home into a church.
Since the time of the Renaissance she has usually been portrayed
with a viola or a small organ.
Butlers Lives of Saints
HYMN NOTES
The hymn CROWN HIM WITH MANY CROWNS is a favorite among
Catholics. To illustrate the text, "And on His head were many
crowns"(Revelation 19:12), two different authors wrote two different
texts, each with six stanzas. Most hymnals take a selection from the
twelve stanzas. The tune's name DIADEMATA suggests "diadems"
or "crowns" and matches the striking first line of poetry with an
equally memorable first line of music.
REQUIREMENTS FOR MARRIAGE
Please contact the Parish Office at least three months before the
scheduled wedding date.
BAPTISM REGISTRATION
The Sacrament of Baptism is administered approximately every three
weeks. Once the parents have decided upon the date they must
contact the Parish Office to obtain the proper papers required to
attend a Baptism Class on the date specified, all paperwork and fee
must be returned to the Parish Office before the Baptism Class.
Baptism Dates: December 14th , January 18th & February 15th
Baptism Class Date: December 8th & January 12th
NEW MEMBERS OF OUR PARISH
We wish to welcome the new members to our Parish. The following
children received the Sacrament of Baptism.
Andrew James Almodovar and Conor Paul Jackson
We congratulate their parents on the confidence God manifests in
them as He entrusts one of His most precious creations to their care.
ALL SOULS REMEMBRANCE
ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY THANK YOU
Let us remember in our prayers today all who died particularly those of our
Parish who died during the last year. They are: Philomena Catello,
Rosemarie Mezzacappa, Lina Saia, Louise Treval, Madilyn T. Esposito,
Rose Cristalli, James P. Fitzgerald, Michael Taliercio, Suzanne DeCarlo,
Angelo Guinta, Felice C. Innamorato, Sr. Almerinda Costa, S.S.D.,
Margaret Murphy, Pasquale Libretti, Maria Gomez, June G. Ferrante,
John Bivona, Sr., John Louis Ferrari, Theresa D’Amato, Thomas
Ortolivo, Sr., Anne Ortolivo, Charles Carey, Roberta Reardon, Santo
Galluzzo, Angelo Lampo, Johnathan Crupi, Jean Portelles, Daniel
Speranzo, John D. Trapani, Madeline McColgan, Vito Addalli, Madeline
McColgan, Lora Fitzgerald DeLong, Carmen McWeeney, Frank
Grisanzio, Marie Mitchell, Marilyn Fiore, Anne Costanzo, Rosemary
Tedeschi, Arnold Camarda, Kathleen Fitzgerald, Giovanni Filippo, Carol
Schirippa, Vincenzo Salimeni, Anna Burban, Joanne Antonacci, Marion
O’Neill, George Chicolo, Dorothy Triano, C. Daniel Maldari, Michele
Savini, Frances Rao, George J. Palesano, Sr., Michael Macchiarola,
Lawrence J. Hick, Sarah Ann Dolcimascolo, Susanne Scalogna and
AnnaMarie Demeropoulas.
Dear Parishioners
Thank you for your recent donation to St. Patrick’s 1st Annual Coat Drive.
After collecting coats and other winter outerwear items, we delivered over 40
bags each filled with at least five coats, to St. Mary of the Assumption
Church in Port Richmond.
The workers at the church pantry were overwhelmed with the generosity
exhibited by St. Patrick’s and were extremely grateful.
Once again, you and other St. Patrick parishioners came through in a most
generous way for our fellow Staten Islanders who struggle every day to feed
and clothe their families.
For this, we thank you.
Susan McDermott, St. Vincent de Paul Society
A special thank you to Terri Norris, Bridget Colgan, Kathy McGrade, Lisa
Russo, Maria Minunno and Pete and Diane Razanno who staffed the drop
off location and delivered the coats to St. Mary’s.
PLEASE HELP US HELP THE POOR
Last Sunday the parishioners donated a total of $123.00 for
the poor.
SAINT PATRICK’S 300 CLUB
The club congratulates the winners of the 300 Club, which was
held on November 21st.
(#10) $50.00
(#268) $25.00
(#38) $15.00
(#197) $10.00
CATECHIST FORMATION -- LEVEL II
All parishioners are invited to attend a free four week course – “Church in the
Modern World” with Elizabeth Brim on Wednesday December 3rd & 10th
from 7-9pm in Class 4-2, St. Patrick’s School. If you are interested,
registration is required, please call Sr. Mary Crucifix Pandullo at 718-2733833.
RCIA RITE OF ACCEPTANCE
On Sunday, November 30th at the 10:45am Mass we will celebrate “The
Rite of Acceptance”. This special rite is used to welcome people into the
RCIA process.
The “Rite of Acceptance” into the Order of Catechumens welcomes those
who are preparing for Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. The rite starts in
the back of the Church to welcome them as the Mass begins. They are
signed by the cross of Christ and affirm their intention to live under the Cross
of Christ. Their formation in God’s Word begins as the Word we hear
proclaimed each week in our assembly is presented to them. You are
important in this celebration and will welcome them into our midst and share
your faith with them.
INTERVENTION
If you or one of your relatives or friends has a problem with alcohol or
drugs and they don’t want help yet, you can turn to an interventionist,
we suggest Addiction Angel Alicia Reddy 646-404-0637.
RECTORY & PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Office hours are Monday through Friday are 9am to 4pm and is
located in the school building. When the office is closed, you will get
the answering service, please leave a message and the office will
return your call the next business day or if on the weekend on
Monday. If it is a life and death event, the answering service will
contact a priest on his cellphone and he will call you back
immediately.
MEETINGS OF THE WEEK
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2014
Sunday Social (after Mass) 9:30am .....................................Cafeteria
School Play 3-5pm .................................................... Worship Center
Basketball 6-10pm .......................................................................Gym
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2014
Biddie Cheer 2:20-4:30pm ..........................................................Gym
Cast Party 2:20-3:30pm ............................................ Worship Center
Basketball 2:20-10pm ..................................................................Gym
Divorced & Separated Group 7:30pm .................................... Rectory
Strategic Planning Committee Meeting 7:30-9pm ........... Conf. Room
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2014
Pie Pick-Up 2-6:30pm ..........................................................Cafeteria
Basketball 2:20-10pm ..................................................................Gym
CCD 3:45-5:15pm ........................................................... Classrooms
Adult Choir 6-9:30pm ..............................................................Church
Thanksgiving Mass with Healing Prayers 8pm .......... Worship Center
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2014
Varsity Cheer 4-6pm ...................................................................Gym
Basketball 6-10pm .......................................................................Gym
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2014
Thanksgiving – BUILDING CLOSED
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2014
Thanksgiving – BUILDING CLOSED
SATRUDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2014
Basketball 8am-2:30pm ...............................................................Gym
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2014
Sunday Social (after Mass) 9:30am .....................................Cafeteria
Basketball 1-10pm .......................................................................Gym
Advent Concert Rehearsal 3pm ..............................................Church
Advent Concert 4pm ................................................................Church
NEW AT ST. PETER’S CEMETERY!
St. Peter’s Cemetery has served the Catholic faith community for well over a
century. As a response to the desire to pre-plan ones final arrangements,
effective November, 2014, St. Peter’s Cemetery will now offer families the
opportunity to purchase graves for future use. These future use graves
will be limited to the graves available in Section R only (at the intersection of
Tyler Avenue & Clove Road). Other sections of the cemetery will still be
available for the purchase of immediate need of burial space. For individuals
who prefer cremation, St. Peter’s Cemetery also offers cremation niches that
can hold two standard urns. The niches are available in St. Peter’s
Columbaria Garden for pre-need or immediate need. For more information,
please call the cemetery office at 718-442-2363, Monday-Friday, 8am-12pm
and 1-3pm.