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A COMMUNITY OF FAITH HOPE AND LOVE third Sunday of easter April 18, 2010 Worthy is the lamb that is slain !!

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A COMMUNITY OF FAITH HOPE AND LOVE

third Sunday of easter

April 18, 2010

Worthy is the lamb that is slain !!

SPIRITUAL LIFE

Schedule of Masses: SATURDAY: 5:00 PM SUNDAY: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 NOON, 5:30 PM WEEKDAYS: 7:00 AM & 9:00 AM SATURDAYS: 9:00 AM HOLY DAYS: As announced on the previous Sunday.

Confessions: SATURDAY: 4:00-5:00 PM & 7:30-8:00 PM WEEKDAYS: After the 7:00 am Mass Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Novena and Benediction: MONDAY Evening: 7:30 PM, in the Church.

Morning Prayer: MONDAY to SATURDAY: 8:30 AM Books are available. Please join us. Baptism of Children: We welcome infants and children to our Christian community! Baptisms are held most Sundays at 1:30 pm. Arrangements should be made at least 6 weeks prior to an anticipated Baptism. Prior to the baptism, parents will meet with a parish staff member to be welcomed and make arrangements, and then participate in a group conversation with other parents presenting chil-dren for Baptism. These group gatherings are held on selected Thursday eve-nings at 7:30 pm. Please call 731-4220 to arrange an initial meeting.

Marriages: Church arrangements should be made at least 6 months before the marriage and before making any contracts with restaurants or caterers. Please call the Rectory to set up an appointment with a priest, 731-4220.

Ministry to the Sick and Aging: If you are, or know of someone who is homebound and would like to receive Holy Communion, please call Sister Christine at 731-6074.

PARISH & COMMUNITY SERVICES

Birthright of Nassau/Suffolk: 785-4070.

Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court St. Pius X, No. 1690: Every second Thursday, 7:30 pm, Parish Center.

Charismatic Prayer Group: Wednesday evenings at 8:00 PM in the Parish Center. All are welcome. Call 933-5431 or 731-3395.

Children’s Choir: Thursday evenings at 6:15 PM in the Parish Center, Ernie & Maryclare Meditz: 731-1809.

Church Choir: Every Tuesday evening at 7:30 PM in the Church.

Family, Marriage & Individual Counseling: Catholic Counseling Center, phone 631-243-2503.

Folk Group: Wednesdays, 8:00-9:30 PM. If you are interested, please call Carmen Greico at 735-1939.

Men’s Catholic Fellowship: Sunday evenings at 7:00 PM in the Church.

Ministry of Consolation: Every third month, Monday at 8:00 PM. Meetings are listed in Parish Schedule (page 5) as date nears.

Ministry of Praise: Sister Christine Sammons, O.P. 731-6074.

Nocturnal Adoration Society: Hour of Adoration, every first Saturday of the month from 8:00-9:00 PM.

Pastoral Council: Every first Tuesday at 7:30 PM in the Rectory.

Rosary Society: First Monday of the month at 8:00 PM (September—June).

St. Bernard’s of Levittown Widows and Widowers: Every second Thursday of the month at 8:00 PM (dance is on the 4th Friday of the month), Elks Lodge, 2162 Veteran’s Blvd., Massapequa. Call Chris at 631-842-6734.

St. Bernard’s Youth Basketball (CYO): Tom Page, 731-4403/Bill Beiersdorfer, 731-7980.

St. Vincent de Paul Society: 735-3218.

Tender Garden, Early Childhood Learning Center: 731-4322.

Usher Society: Head Usher, Jerry Rosalia 735-9022.

Wedding Coordinator: Rose Marie Rotondo 731-4220.

731-4220/731-4355 Fax Email: [email protected]

Website: www.stbernardslevittown.org

PASTORAL TEAM Rev. Gerard A. Ringenback, Pastor

Rev. Christopher M. Costigan, Assistant Pastor Rev. Mr. John Blakeney, Deacon

Rev. Cyprian Osuegbu, Resident

Center for Religious Education & RCIA Sr. Margaret Sammon, O.P., Director

731-8511/731-7860 Fax The Religious Center is closed on Fridays.

Parish Social Ministry Sr. Christine Sammons, O.P., Coordinator

731-6074

Youth Ministry

Mike Rodgers, Coordinator [email protected] or

516-978-8193

Liturgical Music

Mary Jane Witte, Director 731-4220

Adult Faith Formation

Diane Vella, Director [email protected] or 731-4220

Church Rose Marie Rotondo, Sacristan

731-4220

Facilities Len Lanzi, Facilities Manager

731-4220

Frank Santillo, Maintenance Supervisor

IN RESIDENCE: Rev. Msgr. George P. Graham, Pastor Emeritus

Rev. Martin J. Hall

Bulletin Deadline: Friday, 5:00 pm, nine days prior to publication. Disk and hard copy preferred. Thank you for your cooperation!

MISSION STATEMENT We are a Parish Community

of men and women who serve God, our country and one another. Inspired by St. Bernard’s love

of God and humanity, we proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ by

praying and worshipping together, educating one another in faith,

providing assistance for those in need, working for justice in the world, and

welcoming all to the sacramental life of the Church in the Roman Catholic tradition.

With Faith, Hope, and Love, we dedicate ourselves to the mission of living and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ in the world.

PARISH MEMBERSHIP We welcome new members to St. Bernard’s Parish, a community of faith, hope, and love. We will strive to foster your spiritual growth and hope you will share with us the gifts God has given to you. Please register by stopping by the rectory and completing the registration form. If you move away, please notify us as well.

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CLAIRVAUX CHRONICLE

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MAINTAINING OUR BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

In March a representative from the Risk Management Office of the diocese conducted an inspection of the parish facilities. This is done periodically for every parish in the diocese. Its aim is to insure that the parish buildings and grounds are safe and well maintained. A further concern is to reduce as much as possible law-suits that can result from safety hazards and poor maintenance. The cover letter in the report reads as follows: St. Bernard’s has exemplary risk management programs and was found to be very well maintained. The consultation resulted in the fewest recommendations made in a parish this year. What was identified were minor physical improvements….. Those who work to clean and maintain our buildings and grounds often work behind the scenes. But a report like this reminds us of the good work they perform. I might take this occasion to list the names of these men:

Altamesch Agha - Maintenance Worker

Mario Villataro – Maintenance Worker

Frank Santillo – Maintenance Supervisor

Len Lanzi – Facilities Manager In addition our basic landscaping is performed by Evan De Bono. It is only right that we should take pride in our parish facilities much as you take pride in the appearance and condition of your home. Your financial support en-ables us to keep our buildings and grounds safe, beautiful, and well maintained. While there is always room to keep making improvements, it’s good to know that St. Bernard’s receives a high rating.

Office Transitions We are in a transition stage with those working in the parish office as the voluntary separation program goes into effect. Over the next several weeks you will be seeing new faces and we will be saying goodbye to some very familiar ones. They include: Terri and Bill Votta, Marilyn Gancio, Tom Mawn (later in May) Fran Witkowski, Kathy Salvatierra, Alice Wasielewski, and Ann Shields. In the next issue of the bulletin we will highlight each of these fine employees and pay tribute to their years of service to the parish.

“LET US THEN BE UP AND DOING” ( O.W.Holmes )

The poet calls us to throw off the worst Winter most of us can remember and to take the energy of a blessed Spring.

So—- Let’s do it !

Our Garden Group needs your help as we wake up our sleepy landscape, plant perennials, and celebrate our annual Spring Planting.

Come join us, bring a tool or two, enjoy father Jerry’s hospitality and help transform our cherished acres.

SPRING PLANTING: Saturday May 1, 8:30 am

INFO: Call Maureen and Ron : 516 - 735-6413

Catholic Ministries Appeal 2010

The amount already pledged for 2010, by 378 parishioners is $103,455.00 Paid $50,117.00 Parish Goal of $93,193.00

We have reached our goal - Congratulations ! ! 80% of all pledges from now on will come back to our parish. Sincere thanks to all.

If you have not made your pledge yet, please do, so that our parish will be that much more

supported. You can make a difference in St. Bernard’s Parish and in the lives of those around us.

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PARISH NEWS PARISH STEWARDSHIP

SUNDAY COLLECTIONS REGULAR

April 4, 2010 2009

$15, 265.00 $12, 749.73

Envelopes 721 574

Easter Gift to Our Parish—Second Collection

2010 2009

$33,292.95 $36,719.45

CONSOLATION MINISTRY will be meeting Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at 7:00 pm in the Parish Center. New schedules will be given out. This is a wonderful ministry and anyone who would be interested in learning more about it, please come and join us or call Sandy Leonard at 735-7990.

SAVE THE DATE: 2nd Annual Fishing Trip Sponsored by The Family Ministry Saturday, June 26th 8am to 12 noon Boat leaves from CAPETREE Watch for more details soon.

NEXT SUNDAY APRIL 25, 2010 SECOND COLLECTION

CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS COLLECTION

THE ROSARY CONFRATERNITY will be hosting a bake sale after all Masses on the weekend of April 25. So come to the Peach Room in the Parish Center, and help support us by purchasing a delightful treat.

Monday, April 19 7:00 am GMG³ Peter Bopp & his 46 shipmates

U.S.S. Iowa 9:00 am Rose Vivone Tuesday, April 20 7:00 am Suzanne Morabito 9:00 am Andrew Mineo Wednesday, April 21 St. Anselm, bishop and doctor 7:00 am Letecia and Samuel Tia

9:00 am Hannon & Giovannielo Families Thursday, April 22 7:00 am Rosina Buonomo 9:00 am Rosemarie McGuire Friday, April 23 7:00 am Robert and David Clark 9:00 am Andrew V. Mineo

Saturday, April 24 9:00 am Helen Romano 5:00 pm Kay Flaherty

Sunday, April 25 Fourth Sunday of Easter 7:00 am Michael Tumbarello 9:00 am For All Parishioners 10:30 am Arthur Beccaris 12Noon Richard Ginther 5:30 pm Sandra Mellynchuck

BANNS OF MARRIAGE

FIRST TIME: Jennifer Miller, St Bernard Parish, Levittown, NY Michael Sheridan, St. Peter Parish, Port Washington, NY

PRAYERS REQUESTED

Richard Ferrara Salvatore Dilluvio

Barbara M. Sauer Arlene Chopay

PRAY FOR OUR BELOVED DECEASED AND THOSE WHO MOURN FOR THEM.

MASS INTENTIONS

FOR THE SICK OF OUR PARISH FAMILY AND THOSE WHO CARE FOR THEM

Baby Christian Murphy Helen Blach Rudie Braithwaite Grace Callery Joan Cassidy Roberta Curran Kathy Duggan Jim Finlan Theresa Flanigan Margie Foley Mary Frangiose Christopher Ginther Colleen Grosing Mike Hach Kathleen Hailazopolous Dorothy Honeyman Betty Lalonde MaryAnn Loeschner James McArdelle Mary Messina Michael McCarthy Joseph Newmeyer Donald Perdue Johnny Perdue Helen Pfeifer Joseph Pfeifer Raymond Pfeifer Natalie Pickett Catherine Pipinou Luke Rosato Lauren Quinn–Sturge Deanne Reilly Eve Saint Thomas Saint Alice Sanchez Michael Sanchez Jeanette Sepe Patricia Shand Michael Silvasie Joseph Smithwick,Sr David Testa Rosalie Travers

Karen Wasielewski

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PARISH SCHEDULE

Monday, April 19 7:30 pm Miraculous Medal Novena, Church 7:30 pm Pastoral Planning, Parish Center 7:30 pm Rosary Executive Meeting 8:00 pm Fathers of the Church Class, Parish Center Tuesday, April 20 7:00 pm Rosary recitation in Spanish, Prayer Room 7:30 pm PFI classes, Parish Center 8:00 pm AA, Cafeteria Wednesday, April 21 7:00 pm Ministry of Consolation, Parish Center 8:00 pm Prayer Group, Parish Center Thursday, April 22 9:00 am Greeter Meeting, Parish Center 10:00 am Shawl Ministry, Parish Center 6:15 pm Children’s Choir, Parish Center 7:30 pm Liturgy Meeting, Parish Center Friday, April 23 Saturday, April 24 11:00 am Women’s AA, Cafeteria Sunday, April 25, After all Masses, Rosary Bake Sale, Parish Center 9:00 am RCIA, Parish Center 7:00 pm Men’s Fellowship, Prayer Room 8:00 pm AA, Cafeteria

THE GIFTS OF BREAD AND WINE

have been requested

in celebration of The Birthday of

Virginia Dennington

by

Marie Chavez and Family

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GIFTED, ENGAGED, GROWING ST. BERNARD’S PASTORAL PLAN

We know and use our God-given talents

at home, at school,

at work,

in the community

and in the parish!

Do you???

ANA RUEDA  

Maximizer Achiever Analytical Learner Relator 

 SANDRA PANESSO  

Developer   (Alentador) Communication  (Communicación) 

Learner (Estudioso) Empathy  (Empatia) 

Harmony  (Armonia) 

CHRISTINA ROMERO  

Competition Achiever Command Activator Input 

HECTOR SANTIAGO   

Includer Relator Ideation 

Maximizer Competition 

It’s Strengths Sunday!

If you’ve been

thinking about it, now’s the time!!

Buy and read the book!  Send us your Strengths!       ([email protected], or drop            off in parish office) 

Sign up for a May Strengths Group! 

  (4 Tues. evenings or 4 Thurs. mornings)   

See us after Mass or stop by the parish office

to get started!

Sign up for a group after Mass or email

[email protected]

MAUREEN LEVINSON  

Input Learner Empathy Developer Adaptability 

GERRY LAYTIN  

Adaptability Woo 

Strategic Communication 

Ideation 

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Electronic Offertory Giving with Faith Direct

This month we are introducing a new and exciting way for you to support our parish offertory: Faith Direct. Faith Direct enables your family to make your parish contributions through either direct debit to your checking account or through your Visa, Master Card, American Express or Discover credit cards. No more writing checks or searching for envelopes on the way out the door . Now you can apply the convenience of direct debit to your parish offerings in much the same way as you may now use it to make your mortgage, car or tuition payments.

With Faith Direct, St. Bernard's will gain predictable cash flow that will help us with planning our parish needs and programs. Faith Direct also offers you personalized offertory cards to replace your envelopes for the collection basket.

Of course, enrollment is voluntary, but many parishes and their members around the country have experienced a win-win with Faith Direct. If you find this program to be appropriate for your family, please enroll by responding to the mailings you will receive or visit www.faithdirect.net to enroll securely on line. Our parish code is NY272. In the Lord, Father Jerry

Mr. & Mrs. John Q. Sample ID#: 1234

support Holy Name of Mary Church

Offertory Cards

Because we understand that many people would feel un-comfortable not having an envelope to place in the basket, we provide "offertory cards" to be used as a visible sign of your participation in the Faith Direct program.

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LITURGY CORNER Edited by Father Chris Costigan

Sunday, April 18. Third Sunday of Easter. Acts 5:27-32, 40-41; Psalm 30:2, 4-6, 11-13; Revelation 5:11-14; John 21:1-19 Monday, April 19. Acts 6:8-15; Psalm 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30; John 6:22-29 Tuesday, April 20. Acts 7:51-8:1; Psalm 31:3-4, 6-8, 17, 21; John 6:30-35 Wednesday, April 21. St. Anselm. Acts 8:1-8; Psalm 66:1-7; John 6:35-40 Thursday, April 22. Acts 8:26-40; Psalm 66:8-9, 16-17, 20; John 6:44-51

Friday, April 23. St. George; St. Adalbert. Acts 9:1-20; Psalm 117:1-2; John 6:52-59

Saturday, April 24. St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen. Acts 9:31-42; Psalm 116:12-17; John 6:60-69

Sunday, April 25. Fourth Sunday of Easter. Acts 13:14,43-52; Psalm 100:1-3, 5; Revelation 7:9, 14-17; John 10:27-30

Scriptures for April 18 – April 25, 2010

April 18, 2010

As we move into the Third Week of Easter, it may be

difficult to maintain the same level of Easter enthusi-asm. Nevertheless, the celebration of Christ’s Resurrec-tion should continue to be proclaimed with joy. Today’s Eucharistic focus is established with the account of the meal Jesus shares with his disciples.

Sourcebook 2010

MONDAY NIGHT

CLASSES

THE FATHERS OF THE

CHURCH

WITH

MONSIGNOR GRAHAM

8:00 pm in the Parish Center.

On April 19, the subject will be St. Ignatius of

Antioch. The classes begin after Novena prayers in the church. Please join us for this interesting talk.

Prayer for Pope Benedict XVI

Lord, source of eternal life and truth, give to

your shepherd, Benedict, a spirit of courage and

right judgment, a spirit of knowledge and love.

By governing with fidelity those entrusted to his

care, may he, as successor to the Apostle Peter

and Vicar of Christ, build your Church into a

sacrament of unity, love and peace for all the

world. Amen.

V. Let us pray for Benedict, the pope.

R. May the Lord preserve him,

give him a long life,

make him blessed upon the earth, and not

hand him over to the power of his enemies.

V. May your hand be upon your holy servant.

R. And upon your son, whom you have

anointed.

Our Father… Hail Mary...Glory Be…

Blessed are you when they insult you and perse-

cute you and utter every kind of evil against you

falsely because of me. Rejoice and be glad, for

your reward will be great in heaven.”

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PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY Sr. Christine Sammons, O.P., 731-6074

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL:

We are most grateful to Girl Scout Troop # 3416 for their donation of Girl Scout cookies, and to Gary Crozier and the members of Kiwanis for their large food donation. Thanks also to our Island Harvest drivers who bring “rescued” food to our pantry. During the month of March, we were privileged to help meet the needs of 315 people (154 children, 151 adults, 10 seniors). Since many people come more than once a month, 795 (duplicated) persons received food from the pantry. (Last year’s number was 519!) Fortunately we are able to meet the needs of those who come, thanks to everyone’s great generosity! This week our pantry needs include: cereal, canned meat and fish, canned ravioli, hearty soups, canned and dried Goya-type beans, rice, potatoes (boxed and canned), tomato sauces and other tomato products, canned vegetables (except green beans), peanut butter and jelly, macaroni and cheese, dessert mixes, canned fruit, coffee and tea. Paper goods (tissues, napkins, towels and toilet tissue) are always welcome, as are toiletries, Pampers and wipes (since they cannot be purchased with food stamps. Please remember to “buy one, get one free,” and don’t forget the poor boxes. God bless!

SPEAKING OF “FOOD STAMPS…”

Actually, “food stamps” have gone the way of the dinosaur! Those who are approved to receive what are called food stamps receive what is called an E.B.T. card which looks like an ATM card. When someone uses the card to purchase food, he/she swipes the card and the

amount of the purchase is deducted from the card. This assures privacy for the purchaser. Should you be struggling to make ends meet, you might consider speaking to us about eligibility requirements for food stamps. In addition, you may visit the website: www.mybenefits.ny.gov/selfservice to pre-screen yourself! A third option is to call the Health and Welfare Council at 516-483-1110, ext. 431 where you can be pre-screened over the phone.

CHARITABLE KIDZ FOOD DRIVE AT KING KULLEN:

Our KIDZ conducted a food drive at King Kullen on Saturday, April 17th. Thanks to all parents, KIDZ, and supporters of the drive. We also appreciate the cooperation of the managers and staff at King Kullen. We know that the food received through this drive will be helpful as we approach the warmer weather and supplies decrease. Thanks, especially to Carol and Ted Blach who offer such outstanding leadership as excellent role models for our young people.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION:

Catholic Charities USA is celebrating its 100th year of ministry. All are invited to a special Mass on Saturday, May 22nd at 2:30 p.m. at Kellenberg Memorial High School in Uniondale. A reception will follow immediately. The work of Catholic Charities in our diocese is extraordinary, helping thousands of Long Islanders in education, health care, social services of all kinds. Your presence would be a blessing at the event.

APRIL 22ND IS EARTH DAY!

The first Earth Day was celebrated in 1970 and was the beginning of a small movement driven by those who were concerned about cleaning up our air and water. Very few “church” people were involved at the beginning, but since that time there has been a real sense among believing people that our earth has been given to us by God as a sacred trust. On this day, and every day, we honor our Mother Earth and recommit ourselves to preserving this gift for ourselves and for the generations to come.

Happy 40th Earth Day!

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"As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another."

Proverbs 27:17  

2010 Catholic Men's Conference  April 24th, 2010  

Holy Trinity High School, Hicksville, NY Program begins 9am 

Mass at 4pm Info & registration: www.catholicmensministry.net 

 or 1‐800‐866‐MEN(636)  

The Catholic Men’s Ministry of  Long  Island  is  a  group of Catholic men,  from  all vocations and walks of  life, that have come together to make a difference    in the minds and hearts of  the people of Long  Island... and that difference, we believe, begins with faith‐filled men. 

Knights of Columbus

Holy Innocents Council No. 3581 Annual R.S.V.P. Fundraiser

Sunday, April 25,3:00-6:00pm at 3581 Jeffries Blvd.

$15 per Person Food * Music* Refreshments

For Tickets – Tom Sepe – 516- 731- 4818

The monies raised will go to the seminarians to help offset the cost of their religious education.

Save the Date ! !

Together with the Youth Ministry, the Altar Servers will

be holding a PLANT SALE

at the School Lobby

on May 1 and 2 . Order forms will be available at the rectory.

Please come and support our youth.

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ST. BERNARD’S ALTAR SERVERS & YOUTH MINISTRY

Books and Beverages at St. Bernard’s       #1 New York Times Bestseller 

        The Shack by Wm. Paul Young      Join with fellow parishioners for a three‐week morning or evening discussion                facilitated by Diane Vella, Director of Adult Faith Formation 

        Wednesdays, April 14, 21, 28; 10‐11:30 a.m. (with bagels!)                                                     Or         Fridays, April 23, 30, May 7; 7:30‐9:00 p.m. (with adult beverages!) 

 

(We need a pre‐registration 0f at least 8 people one day before the start date!) Parish Center 

PLEASE READTHE BOOK BEFORE THE DISCUSSION!  

Contact Diane Vella at 731.4220 or [email protected] to register.   The Shack is available at any retail or online bookseller.  If you need assistance obtaining a copy, contact Diane Vella  

DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY

Leaders of the Devotion of the Divine Mercy

(Jayne Jaros, Jane Howard, Valerie Steinberg.)

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St. Bernard’s Religious Education 3100 Hempstead Turnpike, Levittown, NY

Registration

Registration for children entering 1st grade in September 2010 will take place at The Religious Education Center on:

Monday May 17 through Thursday May 20 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Tuesday May 18 Sunday June 6 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Requirements for Registration: ** A copy of your child’s Baptismal Certificate

(even if they were baptized in St. Bernard’s)

** Registered parishioner of St. Bernard’s Parish (please bring your weekly envelope number with you)

** Payment of registration fee $195

New Students - Grades 2 through 8 Letter of transfer from previous religious education program

FOR THE RIDE HOME

Third Sunday of Easter April 18, 2010 ( Following the Lord ) Reading I : Acts 5: 27 - 32, 40b - 41 ( Obeying God.) Reading II: Revelation 5:11 - 14 ( Worthy is the Lamb. ) Gospel : John 21: 1 - 19 ( Feed My Sheep. ) Adults: With whom do I sense resentment or bad will ? Am I open to reconcile with that person ? Children: Do I know that no matter how many times I have done wrong God will give me another chance ?

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Sr. Margaret 731-8511

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Rosemarie Achatz Fred & Dorothy Anson Joseph P. Armstrong, & James & Marie V. Duffy Baratta Family The Bartnick, & Sonnick Families Bischoff & Polak Families Antoinette & Frank Bondonzi Luciano Bongiovanni & Camille Bongiovanni, Alice Wedin, Marie Bongiovanni, & Perry Constantinoa GM63 Peter Edward Bopp Joseph & Rose Borrelli, &

Thomas Gardner The Bower & Cook Families Jerome Brunoforte Buchavar & McLaughlin Families John Burrafato & Ray Steinberg Joan Byrne Lauri Gerard Byrnes, & Celeste Russo James Campitiello Carlino & Draghi Families Florence Carroll Joe & Peggy Cavanaugh Peter Chianchiano Gail Ciaccio Madelaine Collazo Virginia Coreth Victor Corino Josephine Cottone Angelo Cozza & Elizabeth Marino Joel & Mary DeBetta, & Peter & Ann Stype Virginia DeMarinis Cassano & DeNardo Families Angelina & DeStephano Families Steve DeStefano Dell’Aera & Kelly Families Dempsey & Armitage Families Paul V. Donadio, Nicholas Riback, & Daniel Riback Matthew & Rita Dougherty Paul Durante, Sr. & Vella Family Maria Durso & Vita Cuccia Imelda Ebanks Margaret C. Eisela Gerrante Family Loved Ones Terrence Flanagan Joseph & Elizabeth Flynn, & Philip & Stella Ruoff

Easter Flower Donations in Memory of...

Robert & Beatrice Gagnon Galati-Vecchio Family Joan & Richie Genoski Alice & Martin Geraghty Deceased members of the Gerie & Walters Families Giovanniello & Hannon Families Larry Giove Pasquale Giurdano & Rosa, Julia

Orozco Stanley J. Gorecki Bertha Gorman Diana Guzzardi Haen & Crawford Families, & Gary Badicz Haen & Murphy Families, & Gary Babicz Mary M. Hanlon Jennifer & Warren Harding Harlow & Braithwaite Families John A. Harms, Sr. Deceased Members of the Hartofil

Family William Heimink Donald J. Hogan, Sr. Emil Hudecek Thomas Kelleher, Sr. & Jr., & Heeilan Family John Kelly John W. Kilgannon David A. Kreutz Donna Lane Frank E. Larke, Jr. Martin & Elizabeth Lynch, & John

Simms Lehmbeck & McNamara Families Levinson & Flynn Families Licari Family & Swenson Family Fred & Margaret Lohr Rose & Vincent Loscalzo Lynch & Rochford Families Alessandro MaFalda, & Antonio-

Renato Joseph T. McBride McGrory & Demmett Families Walter McKenna Mr. & Mrs. D. McNamara Mackey-Butler-Mulholland & Jarosch

Families Martha & Peter Mahoney, & Agnes & John A. Meehan Rudolph Marrazzo Carol Mateer

Joseph Matzinger Linda & Leenie Menta Jerry Milan Michael & Tommy Mohlenbrok Gea Mongetti James P. Murphy Anna Murray, & Barbara Rapp Robert & Lucy Orlandani, Gaetano &

Marie Farina Our Lord’s Sacrifice for us. Mary & Thomas Owens Helen & Gus Pappas Jesus Pardo Tom Paris,i & Parisi & Dantona Families Stanley Partyka Evelyn & Louis Piccolo Mr. & Mrs. Pirrello, & Mr. & Mrs.

Frosina Al Pokorny & Tom Pokorny My Wife Bertha Puskas Maddie Quinn Marion & Arthur Rankel John Rauch Elizabeth & Edward Rick Mr. & Mrs. Cyril Rockwood Mr. & Mrs. James Rogers Francis Romano, John Donata Ro-

sareo, Johnny & Peter Bondonzi Brothers

Anthony J. Russo Mrs. Fran Russo, & Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Bussman Salvatore Terracciano Maryanne Sanchez Dorothy & James Scarry, Particia Tyman and the Cantwell Family Paul Seamon, Sr. Concetta Seotto & Salvatore Terrasi Ronald C. Shank Patricia & Harold Shea Sandra Lee Sheppard Sherolin & Essig Families Emily Simanek, William Svec, & Joseph Masi Marianne Smith Spitz Family Bernard & Bridget Tracey, & Joseph

Smith Edward & Alicia Tilton Ciro & Margaret Pravato Michael Tumbarello

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Dominican Village Open House for April. Dominican Village is a not-for-profit Independent and Assisted Living Retirement Community, sponsored by the sisters of St. Dominic. Open house dates for April are as follows: 4/8/10, 4/17/10, 4/22/10, 4/29/10. Time: 1-3pm. Address: 565 Albany Ave , Amityville, New York 11701, Website: www.dominicanvillage.org. If you are unable to attend our Open House, please contact us at 631-842-6091 to schedule a tour at your convenience!

Molloy College Spring Open House for prospective students and their guests, Sunday, April 25, 2010, 1pm

Molloy College, Rockville Centre, NY 516-678-5000 ex. 6230. Holy Child Jesus School Homecoming Celebration. Holy Child Parish, Richmond Hill, NY is reaching out to all past students of HCJ grammar school. As part of our 100th Anniversary, there will be an Alumni Reunion on September 18, 2010. Please call us at 718-847-1860 or email us at [email protected] with your name, address and year of graduation. Divorced, Separated and Single Catholics of Long Island, New Member Orientation, April 27, 2010 at 8pm, at St. Frances de Chantal, 1309 Wantagh Ave, Wantagh, NY. Non denominational. All are welcome. Refreshments are served after the meeting. Call our hotline at 516-897-2721 or Carol 516-794- 4933 for information. Holy Trinity Diocesan High School will be performing Seussical the Musical on April 29th, 30th and May 1st, 2010 at 7:30pm. This is a funtastical show to be enjoyed by all ages. The cost of the ticket is $10 if purchased at the door or $8 in advance. For further information you can call the school at 516 433-2900x146. The school's address is 98 Cherry Lane, Hicksville. The Diocesan Choir and The South Shore Symphony Orchestra will present 'Glorious music for organ, orchestra & choir. At St. Agnes Cathedral on May 2nd, at 7:30pm. Donation is $15 for adults and $10 for students & seniors. For more info call St. Agnes Music Office: 516-764-9578.

COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD Easter Flower Donations in Memory of... M. Trojanowsky, D. & R. Migliarelli, Mr. & Mrs. Richardson, & Kozak Family Robert Uzenski George & Kathy Vendegna & Baby George Vendegna Robert Emmett Walsh Helen & William Walters, Sr. Ted Wasielewski Kevin Michael White John Will Florence Wilson Julia Winsky Ray Zambuto, Teresa & Clarence Zambuto, &

Blanche & Ignazio DeStefano Howard Zippel

Donations for Easter Flowers by… Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Albert Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Avidano Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Bardolf Mr. & Mrs. Thomas J. Cautela Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Colcce Benedetta Decostanzo Mr. & Mrs. Caesar Diaz Mr. George Fink Grasso Family Mrs. Jack G. Hare Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Hertler Mr. & Mrs. Robert W. Lang Mr. & Mrs. Ignazio Lanza Mr. & Mrs. Shing So Liv Mr. & Mrs. John Lupo Mr. & Mrs. Thomas J. McCarthy Mr. & Mrs. Phillip McCaughey Mr. & Mrs. George McIntosh Mrs. Nell Mallen Ms. Gertrude Marrazzo Mr. & Mrs. Angelo Mercuri Ms. Roseann Montes Maureen Staszewski Mr. & Mrs. Edmund Warch Additional names will be listed next week. We thank our donors for their generosity which

allowed us to have a beautiful display of flowers on the altar and around the church.