89 OVERLOOK DRIVE MASTIC BEACH, NY 11951 PHONE: 631-281-5743 Roman Catholic Shrine Church of St. Jude WWW.STJUDEMB.ORG RECTORY@STJUDEMB.ORG FAX: 631-395-5786 “To the Greater Glory of God and the Salvation of Souls.” Celebration of the Eucharist Saturday Evenings 5:00pm 7:30pm Sunday 8:00am 9:30am 11:30am 5:00pm Vigil Mass Spanish Mass English & Italian Children’s Choir Adult Choir Youth Mass Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9:00am Mass Wednesday 9:00am Noon Mass Mass Saturday 8:30am Mass Holy days as announced. Fourth Sunday of Advent- The Nativity of the Lord- December 21st 2014 Pastor Deacons Rev. Gregory Yacyshyn Thomas Gillen Kenneth Geoghan In Residence Mark Herrmann Msgr. John Heinlein Joseph Simeone John Gagliardi Senior Priest Rev. James Leone Parish Office Hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9:00am–5:00pm Wednesday 9:00am–6:00pm Friday CLOSED Saturday CLOSED Sunday 9:00am–12:00pm Closed Holidays Useful Numbers Rectory 1-631-281-5743 Parish Outreach 1-631-281-5634 Religious Education 1-631-281-2835 Pre-K 1-631-395-3959 Queen of Apostles School 1-631-878-1033 St. Vincent Depaul 1-631-219-3542 Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick Sacrament of Marriage Couples wishing to be married should contact Available in danger of death or whenever there the rectory at least one year in advance to meet is a personal need, call with one of the priests the rectory for an to make wedding appointment. arrangements. Sacrament Pre-Cana is required for of Penance/ all couples. Confession Saturdays 4:00–4:45pm Sacrament of Baptism Celebrated most 1st and Wednesdays 3rd Sundays throughout 2:00–2:45pm the year. Please contact Also by appointment the rectory to set up an appointment with a Parish Outreach member of the staff to Mon.–Thurs. arrange for the 9:00AM–1:00PM Baptismal preparation Closed Fri., SAT., SUN., And Holidays and then to arrange for a Baptism date. Devotions Miraculous Medal Novena Mondays after the 9:00am Mass St. Jude Novena Thursdays after the 9:00am Mass Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Wednesday 12:30pm–1:00pm Benediction at 1:00pm First Friday 8:00pm–9:00pm Benediction at 9:00pm The Holy Rosary Monday through Friday at 8:30am; Saturday at 8:00am Masses for the Week Saturday, December 20, 2014 5:00pm 7:30pm Barney Cincotta † Parishioners of St. Jude Sunday, December 21, 2014 8:00am 9:30am 11:30am 5:00pm Anna Campagna † Maria Karba † Maria & Paul Gauggel † Timothy Clifford † MONDAY, December 22, 2014 9:00am Prudence Ferrante † 9:00am Rita Donahue † Tuesday, December 23, 2014 Wednesday, December 24, 2014 9:00am 4:00pm 6:00pm 10:00pm Christmas Novena Christmas Novena Christmas Novena Parishioners of St. Jude Thursday, December 25, 2014 9:00am Christmas Novena 11:30am Christmas Novena Friday, december 26, 2014 9:00am Christmas Novena Saturday, December 27, 2014 8:30am Eileen Wittig † 5:00pm Parishioners of St. Jude 7:30pm Christmas Novena Sunday, December 28, 2014 8:00am Christmas Novena 9:30am Christmas Novena 11:30am Anthony Aiello † 5:00pm Francesco Pisano † † Denotes Mass is for deceased For the Sick: Patricia Ambrosino, Paula Arbaiza, Benjamin Archer, Joseph & Cindy Balzer, Christina Bobas, Joseph Boyle, Gary & Jennifer Brendel, Rev. Robert Burgess, Francis X. Butler, Dana Celentano, Al Clerico, Antoinette Covias, Samantha Davis, Robert DiFrancesco, Joann Dillman, Raymond Dhyne, Tara Doring, Michael Drury, JoAnn Eppaillat, Rosa Fabbro, Joe Fazio, Joseph & Stephanie Frigano, Edward Fusco Sr., Felice Gagliardi, Nora Getchell, Ann & Frank Giordano, George Gunther, Greg Haren, Steven Heerbrandt, Marybeth and Virginia Hoffman, Gary J., Matthew Kaminsky, Lawrence Katz, Jonathan Koenig, John Kurz, Philomena Leone, Lewery Family, Freddy Liguori, Mr. & Mrs.C. Linsalata, Marilyn Lyden, Carmela McDonald, James McGaughey, Christopher James Martin, Ronald Nappe, Jessica & Joan Passaro, Frank Perez, Linda Perrier, Linda Rodecker, Elvin Rodriguez, Justina Rodriquez, Eugene & Salvatore Russo, Vito Schiraldi, Gregg Schwartz, Baby Leaha Stefanov, Kelly Steffen, Helen Sundaman, Alexa Elizabeth Temple, Richard Thomas, Desmond Vella, Madeline Villardi, Jerry Volz, Bobby, Stefanie & James Walsh For the Military: John Abel, Nicholas Acierno, Matt Corica, Michael Cuervo, Daniel Engo, Cody Farrell, Kyle Christopher Gray, Patrick Gross, Jeffrey Holmes, Chris Howell, Steven Kay, Richard Kruger, T.J. Kurlowicz, Chris Manakides, Thomas Mannix, John Maresca, Richard Mclaughlin, Anthony Ochoa Jr., Katherine M. Onorato, Ramon Ortiz, Matthew Parenti, Rich Pinckney, Kerri-Anne Pliego, Gerard Posillico, John Redding, Jr., Eric Reilly, Vinnie Riveria, Steven Schloesser, Carl Seaman, Don Skelton, Arlise A. Smith, Bobby Sosa, Anthony Thompson, Timothy Weisner, Robert Weyer Important News The rectory & faith formation office will be closing at 1p.m. on Christmas Eve and closed Christmas Day. The offices will re-open on Monday, December 29th at 9a.m. A Blessed and Merry Christmas to all. New Year’s Eve Raffle 1st Prize: $750 CASH, 2nd Prize: 39’ Sharp LED HD Television, 3rd Prize: Basket of Cheer and 2-1/2 hour massages from Three Peak’s Physical Therapy, 4th Prize: 17 piece Ceramic Snack & Casserole set & Wine & Tote Set, 5th Prize: Snowman Casserole dish, 2 tier dessert stand & Wine Picnic Set, 6th Prize: Mr. Coffee Espresso & Cappuccino maker Thank you to our generous donors: 1st prize: Roma Funeral Home, 2nd prize: The Vecchio Family, 3rd-6th prize: Three Peak’s, Virginia Purchia, and anonymous donor. Winner need not be present at time of drawing. All drawings will be held on December 31, 2014. Must be 21 or over to claim any liquor or wine baskets. Christmas Schedule CONFESSIONS Monday, December 22nd, 4-6PM CHRISTMAS EVE MASSES Wednesday: 4PM, 6PM (English & Spanish) 9:15PM Christmas Carols with Mass at 10PM CHRISTMAS DAY MASSES Thursday: 9AM & 11:30AM NO evening Mass Christmas Day NEW YEARS EVE MASSES Wednesday 5PM Vigil Mass NEW YEAR ’S DAY MASSES Thursday: 9AM & 11:30AM NO evening Mass New Years Day Sunday, January 4th — EPIPHANY OF THE LORD Children’s Pageant at the 9:30AM Mass O Christmas Tree This is a Christmas Tree. This is NOT a Holiday tree. This is NOT a Winter Festival tree. This is NOT a Hanukkah bush. This is NOT an Allah plant. This is a Christmas Tree. Say it... Christmas, Christmas, Christmas! Yes, Christmas—not Holiday We are not celebrating the birth of a Holiday!!! We are celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ!!! So... I would like to say to each and everyone of you Have a very Merry Christmas and may GOD BLESS each and every one of you!!! Please keep Christ in Christmas. Take a stand and wish all a Merry Christmas! From the Pastor December 21st, 2014 Fourth Sunday of Advent / The Nativity of the Lord od with Us Dear Brothers and Sisters of St. Jude Parish: Among the beautiful hymns that we sing during the holy season of Advent, the best known is the ancient “Veni, Veni, Emmanuel” - “O Come, O Come Emmanuel,” in which we call out to God under numerous titles (Wisdom, Key of David, King of Nations, etc.) to come and save us from all the darkness and evil that besets us and to lead us to the eternal life with Him that fallen humanity cannot attain on its own. The name Emmanuel signifies “God with us” (Matthew 1:23), and is the name of the child predicted in Isaiah 7:14: “Behold a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and his name shall be called Emmanuel.” The child is not a merely ideal, or metaphorical person; he cannot be identified with the regenerate people of Israel, nor abstractly with “religious faith” personified, for “he shall eat curds and honey.” Therefore, the Prophet does not refer to a child in general, but points to a real, individual person. In the Hebrew text of Isaiah 8:9-10, the Prophet predicts the futility of all the enemies’ schemes against Palestine because of Emmanuel. In 9:6-7, the characteristics of the child Emmanuel are so clearly described that we can doubt no longer of his Messianic mission. The eleventh chapter pictures the Messianic blessings which the child Emmanuel will bring upon the earth. Moreover, in his Gospel, St. Matthew (1:23) expressly identifies Emmanuel with Jesus the Messiah (= the Christ; the anointed One), and Christian tradition has constantly taught the same doctrine. The question why the Messiah was called Emmanuel, or “God with us”, admits of a double answer: the name is a pledge of Divine help and also a description of the nature of the Messiah. King Ahaz had not believed the Prophet’s first promise of deliverance from his enemies (Isaiah 7:1-9), and when the Prophet tried a second time to restore his confidence, Ahaz refused to ask for the sign which God was ready to grant in confirmation of the prophetic promise (7:10-12). The Prophet, therefore, forces, in a way, King Ahaz to confide in God, showing that the Messiah, the hope of Israel and the glory of the house of David, implies by his very name “Emmanuel,” or “God with us,” the Divine presence among his people. A number of the Fathers of the Church regard the name “Emmanuel” not merely as a pledge of Divine assistance, but also as an expression of the mystery of the Incarnation (God in human flesh) by virtue of which the Messiah will in very deed be “God with us.” God truly has come among us, taking flesh of the sinless Virgin Mary, to save us “poor banished children of Eve” from the darkness of sin and death to which we are subject; to ultimately save us from ourselves. We celebrate with joy the love that the good God has for us to send His Son to share in our humanity, so that He might be the Way to eternal life for all who have faith and live in Him. Perhaps we have not practiced our Catholic Faith in this past year as we know we ought and truly need to do. This Christmas is a marvelous opportunity to return to the sacramental life of the Church and the practice of our Faith. Prepare for a worthy reception of the Most Holy Eucharist through a sincere examination of conscience and a good sacramental confession of your sins. As priests, Msgr. Heinlein and I (since we, as well, are sinners) are so grateful and humbled to be instruments of the good God’s mercy and forgiveness in this beautiful, healing sacrament. It is a tremendous source of joy for us to welcome everyone back to the love of the God, Emmanuel, who first came among us as the tender Babe of Bethlehem, bearing blessings upon the earth, so that He might lead us to our True Home. “God is with us”... Yes! God is truly with us. Let us return and share His Divine Love… A Blessed and Merry Christmas to all! A Blessed and Merry Christmas to all! In the infant Christ, Fr. Greg The Advent Wreath Advent at Home Each day at home, the candles are lit, perhaps before the evening meal—one candle the first week, and then another each succeeding week until December 25th. The rose candle is usually lit on the third Sunday of Advent. As the candles are lit, a prayer may be said. Daily prayers for lighting the Advent Wreath Fourth Week O Key of David Jesus Christ, the gates of heaven open at your command, come to show us the way to salvation. Christmas 2014 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ: This past year I found myself twice in the Holy Land, first in my role as a member of the Board of Catholic Near East Welfare and second as part of a Pilgrimage of Prayer for Peace by eighteen United States bishops. Both visits brought home to me in a vivid way what all of us see and hear in the media: the land made holy by the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord and Savior is anything but a land of peace, joy and fraternal love. If we were to stop there it would be very difficult to be hopeful. Yet we know that the Feast we celebrate on December 25th is the very reason why the worrisome facts of today’s world are not the end of the story. They are the context into which the Lord enters in order to reverse the spiral of violence and death and to found a new order, “the new heaven and the new earth” that are the fruit of the Son of God Who came into the world to reveal God’s plan of salvation. He is the true history of humanity because He alone is the Word through whom the world and human life are created. And that Word, the eternal Son of the Father, becomes flesh so that we might be saved from all the darknesses that lie hidden in human hearts. He is the true light that dispels the darkness. He is the one sure hope of the world. And He comes to become part of the human condition so that He and He alone can reverse the destiny of humankind by giving us a new destiny, life in Him, life in the Spirit which is the gift of God’s love. This Christmas I greet you all in the light of that love that came into the world that first Christmas in a Bethlehem stable. This Christmas I invite you all to join with me in a pilgrimage of the heart to that very place where Mary brought forth Jesus into a world that so needs the gift of divine life that He is and so yearns for the peace that only He can give. My prayer for each of you and all of you is that we might let Him transform any of the darknesses that control our lives and endow us with the newness of life that His birth has made possible. May the light of His life shine on us all, without exception. May the example of Mary and Joseph be the model for all our families. And may we be found with the shepherds adoring the Prince of Peace while angels sing and all the world rejoice for Unto us a Son is given, unto us a child is born and He is Savior, Mighty God, Prince of Peace. Faithfully yours in Christ, Bishop of Rockville Centre Christmas Presepio Bishop McGann-Mercy High School is proud to announce the opening of its Christmas Presepio! Come visit this traditional Neapolitan Nativity and enjoy some quiet Advent moments. This year’s display is located on the auditorium stage and contains *thousands* of figures, buildings and miniatures that have been placed to reflect not only the manger where Jesus was born, but the surrounding city and desert. Our Chaplain, Fr. Jerry, and the entire school community invite everyone to share in this wonderful depiction of the true Gift of Christmas. It promises to be one of the largest, most detailed, elaborate and beautiful representations of the birth of Jesus Christ in the area. Give yourself a break from the hustle and bustle of the holidays and take in its beauty. The McGann-Mercy Presepio will be open for public viewing from December 11th to January 11th during the following hours: Monday – Sunday (7 days a week)3 pm – 8 pm. It will be closed, however, on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day as well and New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Call 631.727.5900, ext. 310 for more information. Do you know someone who is hurting from an abortion? The Life Center of Long Island invites you to attend our next Rachel’s Vineyard Healing Retreat on the weekend of February 6-8, 2015. It begins Friday evening and concludes Sunday afternoon. For more information contact: Deacon Joe McNicholas at (516)445-3927 or e-mail: rvr@lifecenterli.org Communication is strictly confidential. To learn more about Rachel’s Vineyard look online at: www.rachelsvineyard.org or call 1-877-HOPE-4-ME CMA Appeal Update The parish has now received $14,401.60 the funds are for 20% of our goal amount received and an additional 80% of the pledges received over our goal as of this time The Long Island Catholic In addition to compelling columns and news about our Diocese, read about how to build a Sacraments Keepsake Box, explore the sacred and rarely seen treasures of Immaculate Conception Seminary, see how two families prepare for His coming through Advent traditions in the home and read about the final report from the Extraordinary Synod on the Family. To subscribe to the monthly magazine of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, visit licatholic.org or call 1-800443-2155 today. Mass Book for 2015 The 2015 Mass book will open for Mass intentions per individual on Monday, January 5th. The book will open for the second half of the calendar year July 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015. There will be a limit of 5 Mass intentions per individual requesting on any given day, until January 15th. Mass offerings are $20 for an individual intention and $15 for Guild Masses (multiple intentions) on Wednesday. Lighthouse Catholic Media God Made Man – Fr. Shannon Collins As a priest in the Fathers of Mercy, Fr. Collins has appeared on EWTN and served as a preacher of parish missions and retreat master. In this Christmas-themed presentation, Fr. Collins sheds new light on the biblical narratives of the birth of Jesus Christ, as well as the beautiful Christmas traditions of the Church. St. Vincent de Paul “Imagine how Joseph felt as the birth of his mysterious son approached: puzzled, excited, awed. Deep faith was his light in the darkness. He believed that God walked with him, that God is faithful to promises, that God is alive, and we can find God not only in the light but also in the darkness. He lived on the edge of mystery and was not afraid to gaze into it with courage in order to find God.” Join the Society of St. Vincent de Paul! Christmas Wafers-Oplatek The price is $3 per package. The Christmas “Oplatek” Wafers are available at the rectory. The Oplatek Wafers are part of a beautiful Polish tradition at Christmas and they come with complete information on how to use them. Adult ‘Catholicism’ at St. Jude Fr. Greg is presenting Fr. Robert Barron’s popular 10-part series “Catholicism”, in the parish center, on Tuesday evenings from 7-9 pm with one hour for the video and one hour for discussion. The remaining dates are January 6th, 13th, 27th; and February 3rd. If you are not able to attend all weeks, come when you can! Living Stewardship We are grateful this week for all stewards in our parish who have the courage, like Mary, to listen to God’s voice in their own hearts and conscientiously pursue the tasks- whatever they are- to which they have been called. Holiday Gift Idea Need a Christmas gift idea for the person who has everything? How about a donation to Outreach in their name? You will receive a small ornament to give them on Christmas saying that a donation has been made in their honor. Stop by outreach between 9 a.m. and 1p.m., Mon-Thurs. for more information. Bulletin Reflection In the first reading, God promised King David that his House and his Kingdom will endure forever. It is through Mary’s “Yes”- “I am the handmaid of the Lord. Let it be done to me as you say,” that the promise finds fulfillment. Faith Formation Winter Recess – Faith Formation classes will not be in session from Monday, December 22 – January 3, 2015. (Happy New Year)! Classes will resume on Monday, January 5, 2015 Faith Formation Office Hours During Winter Recess December 22, 23, 29, & 30 – the office will be open 9-5:30 pm. December 24 & 31- the office will be open 9-1:00 pm December 25 & January 1 – the office will be CLOSED. The Faith Formation Office Staff would like to wish all our families a wonderful Christmas season. Our children will be home from college, we will see family members we haven’t seen in a while, we will be cooking and serving foods that we only eat on special occasions; we will be traveling distances near and far; and we will be celebrating the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. Let’s create wonderful memories, be sensible and safe, and start new by going to Mass, I’ll see you there! God bless and wishing all a most Blessed Christmas. Theresa Mass Attendance Saturday Sunday 5pm 7:30 8am 9:30 11:30 5pm Total Nov.23 287 155 223 295 370 195 1525 Nov.30 247 175 217 301 360 215 1515 Dec. 7 265 125 234 26 310 146 1349 Due to early bulletin submission requirements the figures for Dec 14th will be reported in the bulletin of December 28th. Weekly Collection Due to early bulletin submission requirements the regular collection & monthly maintenance for Dec 14th will be reported in the bulletin of December 28th. Scripture Readings MONDAY , Dec. 22, 2014 Advent Weekday- 1 Sm 1:24-28/Lk 1:46-56 Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014 Advent Weekday- Mal 3:1-4, 23-24/ Lk 1:57-66 Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014 Advent Weekday- 2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16/Lk 1:67-79 Thursday, Dec 25, 2014 Nativity of the Lord- Vigil:Is 62:1-5/Acts 13:16-17, 22-25/Mt 1:1-25 or Mt 1:18-25 Midnight: Is 9:1-6/Ti 2:11-14/Lk 2:1-14 Dawn:Is 62:11-12/Ti 3:4-7/Lk 2:15-20 Day:Is 52:7-10/Heb 1:1-6/Jn 1:1-18 or Jn 1:1-5, 9-14 Friday, Dec. 26, 2014 Feast of Saint Stephen, First Martyr- Acts 6:810; 7:54-59/Mt 10:17-22 Saturday, Dec. 27, 2014 Feast of Saint John, Apostle and Evangelist- 1 Jn 1:1-4/Jn 20:1a and 2-8 Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014 The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph: Sir 3:2-6, 12-14 or Gn 15:1-6; 21:1-3/Col 3:12-21 or Col 3:12-17 or Heb 11:8, 11-12, 17-19/Lk l2:22-40 or Lk 2:22, 39-40 Altar Bread and Wine Have been donated for: Intentions of Joe Doyle (Happy Birthday) Available dates: March 9,16,&23rd Altar Flowers Available dates Available date January 18th We apologze for the ommision of the bulletin for Dec. 14. The flowers were donated for the intentions of St. Jude Shrine Knights of Columbus Wedding Banns II. Michael Peter Taffner/ Stephanie Renee Maiello Remembrance Envelopes The Christmas Remembrance Envelopes for the Christmas Novena Masses is included in your weekly mailed envelope packet. Extra envelopes are available in the back of the Church. The Novena of Masses begins December 24th.Please remember to get your intention envelopes in early to have your loved ones remembered. Pizza, Prayer and New Friends Parish Center Small group activities, Video presentations, Refreshments and fellowship. For information e-mail stjudeyg@gmail.com or you can call the rectory. We will not be meeting due to the Christmas Vacation on Friday December 26th, January 2nd and Sunday, December 21 & 28th. Grades 9 – 12 Grades 7 and 8 Friday Night: 7 – 8:30 Sunday Night: 6-8pm Christmas Flowers Anyone wishing to donate for Christmas flowers to decorate the church may use the envelope provided in your envelope packet. If you did not receive envelopes, there are envelopes available in the narthex. Please PRINT the name of the person you wish to have remembered clearly, so that it may be included in the bulletin. The envelopes may be placed in any of the collections. A minimum suggested offering is $20. This will help to pay for the Christmas flowers purchased. Thank you. FLOWER OFFERING In memory of or Dedicated to: Erika Rae Hughes Harry Albertina Jr. The Kane & Brennan Family Monica Elizebeth Dean Sebastiano & Rosalia Realmuto Jacob & Vera Omelcruk Guiseppe & Concetta Buono Mary & Frankie Cassarino McAstor & Terri McManus Donna & Robert Lucente Anthony & Joan Jeans James & Carmella Green Joseph & Josephine Gioia John J. Green Stephen D. & Stephen Stribula William Giordano James & Elizabeth Dermody Peter & Edna Clancy Mr. & Mrs. William Sherry Furrio & Philomena Chimenti Tortorella & Cafaro families Sal Cappetta & Ann Cashion Rose & Salvatore Cognata Nansy Burns Richard, Richard Jr. & Virginia Archer James L. KoKindo Michael F. Clancy Stephanie Gladysz Mr. Fred Schlichting Cavallo & Gross families All U.S. Armed Forces & all police, firemen, & coastguard gst. McNeil & Filandro families John Nicolini Lillian & Michael Fitzgerald Ann Fazio Mary P. Czak Riker, Patti,& Zummo families Erika Hughes Patricia Kelleher Frances, Bernard & Glynn families Ana Rose Garcia St. Jude Shrine Council, Knights of Columbus Bonnie Spence-McMillian Mr. & Mrs. Engel Mr. Gerard Gearity Jr. Kaelin, Hart & Kleiner families Gloria Nunez Peter J. Dempsey Jr. Rohart & Spaziante families Mothers, God-mothers, Great & Grandmothers of our family Noele Eyton Jones, Anne Benevento, Mary & Laura Harowitz, Fran Savnealy, Michele La Madrid, Helen Anderson, Cecilia M. Mahon, Virginia, Rose & Anna Perry, Frances DeSena, Kim Priola, Grace Benevento, Anne Anderson Nick & Tina Mazic Kurt H. Breindl All flower envelopes received after December 11th will be printed in the bulletin of December 28th or January 5th.
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