1. religion and spirituality
2. christianity
3. catholicism

Making Disciples through Prayer, Faith Formation and Service
St. Margaret of Scotland Parish Midnight
Cruise Raffle
Pastoral Staff
Pastor - Rev. James Wood
Pastoral Vicar - Rev. Paul Butler
Deacons: Ed Hayes,
Retired: William Kogler
Biagio Muratore, Phil Paolicelli
Faith Formation Office:
Director of Religious Education
Jennifer Menneci x131
Holy Angels Regional School, Patchogue
Principal - Michael Connell
631-475-0422
St. Margaret’s Preschool
Jenny Tranfaglia, Coordinator x124
Business Manager
Lisa Boyd x113
Facilities Manager
Michael Lorio x115
Music Ministry
February 1, 2015
Dr. Daniel Crews, Dir. x117
Parish Outreach
Jackie Mirenda x119
Phone: (631) 732-3131
RCIA ~ Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults
Rectory Office Hours
Dan & Joanne Williams
Administrative Assistant
Julie Burtoff x133
Celebration of the Eucharist
Saturday: 5:00 P.M.
Sunday:
8:00 A.M., 10:00 A.M. & 12:00 N
Weekdays: 8:00 A.M. on Tues., Thurs., Sat.
9:00 A.M. on Mon., Wed., Fri.
Confessions:
Saturdays: 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
or by appointment
Open for Walk-In Business
Mon thru Thurs
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Morning
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9 am - 1 pm
9 am - 12 pm
Closed
Afternoon
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Evening
7 - 8pm
Fax (631) 732 - 8827
www.saintmargaret.com
81 COLLEGE ROAD  SELDEN  NY 11784-2813
Masses for the Week
Time, Talent & Treasure
Stewardship Thought for the Week
We are grateful this week for all stewards in our
parish who work set time aside with the Sunday Readings
throughout the week so as to be better prepared to
hear the Word of God and act on it.
Sacrificial Giving
Thank you to all who so generously give to the support of our parish.
You are returning to God what God has so generously given to you.
2015
12,796
402
Last week’s Sunday offering
Number of Envelopes Used
Envelope $ % of collection
Mass Attendance
Last Week
Yrly Average
2014
12,153
393
87.5%
pm
5
323
331
am
8
148
232
Readings for Next Sunday
Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
First Reading ...................... Jb 7: 1-4, 6-7
Second Reading ..... 1 Cor 9:16-19, 22-23
Gospel ................................... Mt 1:29-39
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For the week of Feb. 1st
Altar Bouquet
in Memory of
Lillian Reilly
MARRIAGES: Couples should make arrangements in person at least one year in advance
for required interview. At least one of the parties must live within the parish boundaries, or
be a registered member of the parish. Please call the Rectory for an appointment. No dates
will be set over the telephone.
BAPTISMS: Prospective parents should telephone the rectory about three months before
the expected birth to discuss the arrangements for your child’s baptism and enroll you in the
required baptismal class. Baptism classes are held monthly on the 1st or 2nd Sunday of the
month. The baptism date will be set at the time of the class. The child’s birth certificate as
well as the godparent’s “sponsor certificate” (godparents must be practicing Catholics) must
be presented before a date is finalized.
PARISH MEMBERSHIP: We welcome all new parishioners! We ask them to register at
the rectory and encourage the use of weekly envelopes. If you are moving, please notify the
rectory.
Women’s Group: - The newly formed Women of Faith Ministry invites all women of the
parish to join us at our upcoming gatherings. Watch the bulletin for further details.
Women’s Bible Sharing: The women of the parish gather for Bible sharing on Monday
mornings, 9:30 through 11:30 in the rectory.
FAITH FORMATION OFFICE: Monday through Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.;
3:00 – 5:00 p.m.; Closed on Fridays.
PARISH OUTREACH MINISTRY: Monday 10am -1 pm. and 2 - 4 pm.; Wednesday 3-5
p.m. Call for appointment.
Family members and/or those who requested
the Mass are always welcome to present the
gifts of bread & wine at the offertory procession. On weekends, please introduce yourselves to our ushers or call the office during
the previous week.
Monday - February 2nd
9:00 A.M.
Tuesday February 3rd
8:00 A.M.
Patricia Mc Kenney
Wednesday - February 4th
9:00 A.M
Thursday - February 5th
8:00 A.M.
Friday - February 6th
9:00 A.M
Katie Figliuolo
Saturday - February 7th
8:00 A.M.
Joseph Figliuolo
5:00 P.M.
For All Parishioners
Sunday –February 8th
8:00 A.M.
Arcangelo Impemba
Richard Savona
10:00 A.M.
Jerry Armendinger
Antonio Sepe
12:00 P.M.
George Boyd
Helen P. Litjes
For all our parishioners
suffering from chronic illness,
as well as Dcn. Phil Paolicelli,
Frank Fasano, William Cummings,
Jimmie D’Angelo, Robert Mahon,
Dorothy Oakley, Norma Frasca,
Maryann Portesy Sr., Thomas Jankay,
Connie Giannetto, Marilyn & Steven
Vacchio, Artie Riley, Wendiann Alfieri,
Nicholas Alfieri, Joan Farrell, Ann
Miceli, Christopher McGuinness, Sarah
Behie, Andrew Rosa, Cassie Guagliano,
Bob Carlsen, Carmella & Carmine
Guadagni, Patricia Herman, Michael C.
Liotta, Richard Taylor, Sharon Klyn,
Anne Logan, Robert Rankin, Nicole
Marano, Frank DeAngelo, Terry
Roucoulet, Fran Colon, Steve Margrane,
Mark Paone, Melanie Seibel, Anthony
Alessi, Suzanne Peterson & Intentions of
Theresa Mc Guire .
Family members, please resubmit names for
those who are ill. We will list them for 3 weeks,
and then remove them unless told otherwise.
Please note-due to privacy issues, we can include names given by the individual or a health
care proxy only. Thank you.
February 1, 2015 World Day for Consecrated Life Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ: Pope Francis has declared 2015 as the Year of Consecrated Life in the Universal Church. We give thanks and honor the women and men in consecrated life who have served and are serving here in our great Diocese of Rockville Centre. The life of this local Church has been blessed through the mission and ministry of these dedicated women and men who are responding to God’s call to each of them to follow Jesus as vowed religious. As religious, their commit‐
ment to a life of prayer, lived in community and expressed through their ministry in the Church, witnesses to their re‐
sponse to God’s love for them. Their vowed commitment to God and service to the Church is a gift for all of us. As we move through this Year of Consecrated Life I invite each of you to take whatever opportunities are pre‐
sented to say “thanks” to the religious who are here in our Diocese, to remember them in your prayers and to pray that other generous young people respond to God’s call to join them as religious sisters, brothers and priests. I join my prayers with yours in thanksgiving for their lives of prayer and service and in petition that God will bless each of the religious who are part of our Diocese with gifts of grace, hope & peace as they witness to God’s great love. I ask Mary, Mother of the Church, to continue to inspire each of them as they live a life of “Yes” to God’s call. Faithfully yours in Christ, Bishop of Rockville Centre UPCOMING PARISH EVENTS
Monday February 2
9:30 am Women’s Bible Sharing / Rectory
4:30-8:15 Religious Education Classes
Tuesday February 3
4:30-8:15 Religious Education Classes
7 pm K of C Room 153
8:15 pm Catechist Mtg. Lvl 7& 8 / Auditorium
Wednesday February 4
4:30-8:15 Religious Education Classes
7 pm Catechist Mtg. FF only LEVEL 2 / Auditorium
7 pm Banner Making/Home Taught &
CGS 3rd Grade/ Auditorium
Thursday February 5
4:30-8:15 Religious Education Classes
7 pm 12 Step Bible Study / Rm 153
7 pm Raffle Mtg / Room 207
Friday February 6
7 pm Peanut Butter & Jelly Ministry / Auditorium
Saturday February 7
9:30 am Children’s Choir / Rectory
9 am-4 pm CGS Level I & II Training / Rectory
Sunday February 8
9am Level 7 Alt. Class / RCIA Rm.
Gathering of the Palm
All families are invited to bring
their old palm to the church lobby
before Mass on the next three Sundays so
we can burn them for ashes to be used on
Ash Wednesday, February 18th.
The palm will be burned at a ceremony, Tuesday
Evening February 17th, outside the church at 7 PM.
WorldWide Marriage
Encounter ~ Married Couples!
Are you looking for a perfect Valentine’s Gift?
A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend just
might be what you are looking for!
The next weekend on Long Island is scheduled for
February 13-15 at the Montfort Spiritual Center
26 South Saxon Ave Bay Shore, NY. For info or to apply, call
1-877-697-9963 or visit our web site at wwme.org.
Faith Formation
CATECHIST MEETING RESCHEDULE
Reschedule from January 26th- Catechist Meeting will be on
Monday, February 9th at 7:30 PM in the auditorium.
LEVEL 7 & 8 CATECHIST MEETING
Level 7 & 8 Catechists to meet on Tuesday, February 3rd
at 8:15 PM in the auditorium
LEVEL 2 FAITH FIRST CATECHIST MTG.
All Level 2 Catechists in Faith First will meet on
Wednesday, February 4th at 7 PM in the auditorium.
CGS LEVEL I & II TRAINING
CGS level I & II training ~ 9-4 on Saturday,
February 7th in the rectory.
In today’s Gospel Jesus enters a synagogue in the
town of Capernaum, in northern Israel on the shore of
the Sea of Galilee. It was the Sabbath and as was the
custom, Jewish men went to the local synagogue to
pray and listen to sections of the scriptures. The local
rabbi would then teach them the meaning of those
words. (Just as Jews do today in their synagogues and
as we do at Mass.) Because Jesus was visiting, he
was invited to read and teach. The interesting thing
about Jesus teaching was that he taught with
’authority,’ that is as one who is close to God and
speaks with the approval and power that comes from
God. To show that ‘authority’ even more, Jesus also
makes an evil spirit leave a man who was in the
synagogue. The people were quite amazed by this!
Questions to talk about –
God is always trying to reach out to us in all sorts of
ways. We don’t always listen or see.
Banner Making Reschedule
All home taught and Grade 3 CGS student will have
their banner making session on Wednesday, Feb. 4th
at 7 PM in the auditorium.
How or when do I think that God is telling me
something?
Even though the people in the synagogue saw these
great things, they did not become Jesus’ followers.
Can I think of some good gift God gave me that I did
not appreciate?
Parish Social Ministry
Thrift Shop
Peanut Butter & Jelly Ministry
Our Peanut Butter & Jelly Ministry makes sandwiches
in the auditorium for the homeless once a month on
Friday evenings. Volunteers of many ages spend an hour making & packaging the sandwiches to be distributed. We can always use more help. Come & have a fellowship night! Mark
your calendar. Next date. Feb. 6th -7 PM auditorium.
Tues/Thurs 10-2 & Sat. 10-1
The Thrift Shop is located between buildings.
You can leave your clothing in the pull down bin
just to the right of the Thrift Shop
or drop off at the rectory during office hours.
PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE BAGS OUT IN INCLEMENT WEATHER.
Come visit and shop!
Diapers...
Has your child changed diaper size and you no longer need the
smaller ones? We will gladly accept all sizes, especially 4,5,6
thru adult. Please package them tightly in a strong bag and drop
them off at the rectory. Many thanks!
The Homeless Need Our Help
Our parish prepares wash-up kits for the homeless and could use
donations of washcloths & small toiletry items. Thanks!
Helpful Phone Numbers
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Domestic Violence 1-800-799-SAFE
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Baby Safe Haven Hot Line 1-877-796-HOPE
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Post Abortion Counseling - days 722-4355
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Depression after Delivery 1-800-944-4PPD
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Project Rachel - evenings 242-0907
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The Life Center 243-2373
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Crisis Pregnancy/Counseling 243-2373
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Drug Hotline 1-800-522-5353
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24 hr State Child Abuse 1-800-342-3720
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Suicide Prevention 1-800-639-5433
Cenacle Dinner & Fellowship
The Cenacle Retreat Center in Ronkonkoma and our
Women of Faith Ministry invite you to come celebrate Mardi Gras with us at the Cenacle on
Tuesday, February 17th from 6 – 9 PM. See what the colors of the beads and Ash Wednesday
have in common! Cost $40.00 per person includes Dinner, Fellowship and a Mardi Gras item
to take home. Bring a friend! For tickets contact Lisamarie Rykowski 631-909-2852
or the rectory at 732-3131 x133.
The Cenacle is located on Cenacle Road in Ronkonkoma.
EMERGENCY BLOOD APPEAL
New York Blood Supply Drastically Affected by Weather
Supplies Dip below Emergency “Safety Level”
St. Margaret of Scotland Church
Blood Drive
Monday, February 16th, 2015
3:00PM – 9:00PM ~ Auditorium
EMERGENCY BLOOD APPEAL
Eligibility Criteria
Must have valid ID
Minimum weight 110lbs
Between 16-76 years of age
 No tattoos in past 12 months
Uncertain?
***Check at 1-800-688-0900***
New York Blood Center has issued an emergency
appeal for blood donations to ensure our
continued capability to serve area hospitals. Our
primary concerns are our ability to meet
predictable patient needs as well as any
unexpected emergencies that may occur. Please
make every possible effort to donate blood.
Valentine Evening for
Married Couples
The Cenacle Retreat Center is offering an evening
for couples beginning with a festive dinner & closing with Eucharist & Renewal of Marriage vows.
The goal of this time is for us to fall more deeply in love
with ourselves, with our spouses & with our God.
In this busy world, a few hours to slow down and focus
on our love promises to be a real gift.
The presenters are Valerie and Michael Dunne.
Offering is $80 a couple ~$25 deposit to reserve.
Call 588-8366 ~ 310 Cenacle Rd., Ronkonkoma
Hints for the Flu Season
As we enter the flu season, we are offering two practical directives to assist the congregation during Mass.
The “Sign of Peace” does not have to be a handshake.
Turning to those near you and offering a slight bow with a verbal wish without touching is proper.
Be mindful of the symptoms of colds and the flu. If
you have any symptoms, please refrain from receiving the Precious Blood from the Communion Cup.
Also, getting a flu shot is a way of helping yourself & others.
The Spirituality of Frozen
An adaptation of The Snow Queen, by Hans Christian
Anderson will be presented at the Cenacle Retreat
House in Ronkonkoma on Sunday, February 8th from 1 - 4:30
PM. What can the exquisite wintery beauty and deep inner
wisdom to this Disney animation reveal to us about letting go
and the tenacious, transformative power of true love? Are
your feelings “frozen”? Come watch the movie in full – bring
your mother, daughter, niece, sister. All ages welcome! Arrive
at 1 pm to enjoy refreshments. Free will offering.
Call 588-8366 ~ 310 Cenacle Rd., Ronkonkoma
Faith and Light Meeting
Friday, February 6th, at 7:00 PM - Parish of the Holy Cross,
95 Old Nichols Rd, Nesconset. Faith & Light is an international faith-sharing organization for people with developmental challenges, their families and caregivers.
Rachel’s Vineyard Retreats
for Healing Abortion
Rachel’s Vineyard Weekend retreats are a beautiful healing
opportunity for any woman or man who has struggled with the
emotional or spiritual pain of 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 at the Seminary in Huntington. It begins
Friday evening and concludes Sunday afternoon. A $150 fee
includes lodging for two nights, & all meals and materials. Full
or partial assistance is available , no questions asked.
For more info contact: Deacon Joe & Joanne Mc Nicholas at
(516) 445-3927 or e-mail: rvr@lifecenterli.org. Communication is strictly confidential. If you or a friend are hurting,
please call today. To learn more about Rachel’s Vineyard look
online at:www.rachelsvineyard.org or call 1-877-HOPE-4-ME
Tax Statements
Call the rectory if you would like your taxstatement at 732-3131 x133. Please leave a clear
message with your name, address and if you know
your envelope number. Statements will be mailed
near the end of the month. Thank you.
High Tea at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
Wear a Hat ~ get a treat. Bring your own tea cup! Sunday,
Feb. 8th at 2 PM– 800 Portion Rd., Lake Ronkonkoma. Children 7 and older are invited. Tickets $10 in advance or $15 at
the door. For info & reservations call Gerry at 585-9291.
Parish Memorial Donations
St. Margaret’s offers the opportunity to have persons remembered by donating the flowers and bread & wine we use during
the week. Each week there will be three opportunities: bread
& wine, the bouquet in front of the altar, & the two vases
of flowers at the tabernacle. For each of the three, we ask a
donation of at least $25. Names will be printed in the bulletin
& you will receive a card to present.
Free Counseling at Hope House
In the age of high cost health insurance, Hope House Ministries
in Port Jefferson offers free individual, couple, family and group
counseling services by licensed professionals & interns. We also
offer psychiatric evaluations for medication. In addition, Sr.
Mary Ann Bazata, S.S. N. D. offers free spiritual direction. If
interested. Please call 928-2377.
Becoming a Catholic Christian
Do you know a neighbor or family member who has expressed a desire to learn more about the Catholic faith, and,
perhaps, to enter our Catholic community? Perhaps your spouse has been thinking about becoming a Catholic and does
not know how to proceed. Have you been explaining your faith to someone, and now that individual wants to know more about the
Catholic religion? If the answer to any of the above questions is “Yes,” then you should know about the RCIA, which stands for
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. The Church uses this process to help adults move toward an adult commitment to the Lord,
and full participation in the Catholic community. It is meant specifically for adults who are seeking Baptism, or those who have not
received Confirmation or Eucharist. Those interested are invited to contact the rectory 732-3131 x 110.
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