Masses Saturday 5:00 PM Sunday 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM and 5:30 PM Mass in Malayalam Weekdays 9:00 AM and 12:00 Noon Saturday Mornings 9:00 AM Civil Holidays 9:00 AM Holy Days of Obligation See Parish Bulletin

Latin Rite Catholic Mass in Malayalam: Second Saturday of the month at 6:30 PM

Miraculous Medal Novena: Following all Masses on Monday.

Eucharistic Adoration: First Friday of the month from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the Church. Holy Hour from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Also, every Thursday from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM in the Church.

Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturdays at 1PM and on request.

Baptism: The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated on the third and fourth Sundays of each month at 2:00 P.M. Please call the Parish Office to make an appointment. A baptism preparation class will be held on the second Wednesday of each month in the Church. Attendance at this class is required by the parents of the child to be baptized.

Marriage: Please call the Parish Office at least 6 months in advance of the marriage date to make an appointment with a priest to discuss your marriage plans. For Pre-Cana information, please visit: www.pre-cana.org.

Anointing of the Sick: Please call (718) 347-6070 for arrangements.

Catholic Cemeteries: For information and available options please call (718) 894-4888.

Served by the Pastoral Staff Pastor: Rev. Kevin F. McBrien

Parochial Vicar: Rev. Jeremy Canna Parochial Vicar: Rev. Raynald B. Nacino

Deacons: Matthew Oellinger, Steven Borheck, John Warren, Kevin Hughes

Pastoral Associate: Mrs. Regina Moreno Academy Principal: Mr. Joseph Venticinque

Human Concerns Director: Ms. Doreen Walz Director of Music: Mrs. Lisa Kelly

Administrative Assistant: Ms. Melissa Vollaro Secretary: Mrs. Patricia Nicolosi

Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM Parish Office closed weekdays from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon Sunday 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM For emergencies call (718) 347-6070

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy (718) 343-1346 Secretary: Mrs. Jill Buttry School Website: www.olscafp.org

Faith Formation Office (718) 347-3511 Secretary: Mrs. Esther Liberto

Catholic Youth Group Youth Minister: Mrs. Karen DeRose Youth Website: www.OLSAMCYG.Weebly.com

Human Concerns Center (718) 347-6229 Secretary: Mrs. Virgilia Rillera

Parish Mission Statement We the people of Our Lady of the Snows Parish are a Catholic Christian community who reach out to one another and to all people by teaching and giving witness to the Good News of Jesus Christ. Our mission is to invite all to hear, share, and live the Word of God. We try to inspire an awareness of our faith and to encourage others to renew and energize that faith in Jesus and His Church. We want to welcome the entire community to enjoy the warmth and love of our parish by participating fully in the sacramental life of the Church.

IN YOUR CHARITY PLEASE PRAY FOR

The sick, homebound and hospitalized . . .

Marianne Brewer, Laura Callan, Kiara Colon, Louis DePetris, Ralph DeVito, Diana Dunn, Mary Giegerich, Louis Gunderson,

James John, Pat Kass, Carlito Lalicon, Barbara Lazaro, Tara Lockwood, Richard Marini, Dalin Martin,

Kuncheria Mathew, Diane Mininson, Jennifer Muilenburg, Brian & Phyllis Mulkerne, Joel Rivera, Angelina Rocha,

Dorothy Rondash, MaryBeth Marini Ruff, Margaret Torpey, William Torpey, Kathy Turso, John Varrone, Laura Velez,

Robert Webb, Helen Wendelken All Our Faithful Departed Loved Ones . . .

Rita Mifsud, James Brolly, Mary D’Alasandro

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK SUNDAY, AUGUST 13, 2017

Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sunday, August 13, 2017 8:00 AM People of the Parish 9:30AM Eileen Rose Cullen 11:00AM Collective Mass Offered for:

Chacko Cheekkappara, Suja George, Lina Chao-1st Anniversary, Lina Parra,

Nunziatina Iapaolo, Irmina Delgado, Mariamma Joseph Illiparambil, Lena Ronde,

Mr. & Mrs. Kurian, Ben Gopez 12:30PM Felicitacion DeCosta 1:30PM Respect Life/Rosary 3:00PM St. Rocco

Monday, August 14, 2017 9:00AM Aleyamma Paily 12Noon Catherine McBrien

Tuesday, August 15, 2017 Feast of the Assumption

9:00AM Mary Strein 12Noon Philomena Scahill & Emilia & Juan Nieves 7:30PM Leocadio & Maria Pena

Wednesday, August 16, 2017 9:00AM Joseph Hartdegen 12Noon Assunta & Serafino Tufano

Thursday, August 17, 2017 9:00AM Margaret M. & Eugene McLaughlin 12Noon Deceased Members of the Elavumkachalil Family 12:30PM Adoration until 4 PM

Friday, August 18, 2017 9:00AM Deceased Memebers of the Thuruthel Family 12Noon George Thomas

Saturday, August 19, 2017 9:00AM Jeanne & John Strein 5:00PM Purgatorial Mass

Sunday, August 20, 2017 8:00 AM Bonaventura & Rosina Veltri 9:30AM People of the Parish 11:00AM Collective Mass Offered for:

Alleykutty Thomas, Rosario Arnone, Carmen Intal, Regina DelCarpio Peche,

Dorothy Ellrich, Brian O’Connor, Mildred Mobley, Mary Ann Zaczek,

In Thanksgiving, Frank H. Nappi, Jr. 12:30PM Anne Reisz 2:00PM Baptisms 5:30PM Mariamma Joseph Palickel

ALTAR FLOWERS for the week were donated in Honor of

ST. ROCCO requested by

A Parishioner

THIS WEEK AT OLS

Sunday, August 13 9:00AM ......... St. Rocco Reception Set-Up ............................... WR 3:00PM ......... St. Rocco Mass & Novena ........................... Church 6:00PM ......... St. Rocco Reception ........................................... WR Saturday, August 19 1:00PM ......... Himig At Alay Choir Rehearsal ........................... WR

OLS Sunday Collection Report Sunday, August 6th…………………….$12,183.00 Air Conditioning Collection………………$3,192.00

We all grow spiritually when we share! Thanks for participating in the mission

of our parish!

THE SANCTUARY LAMP for the week was donated in Loving Memory of

DR. PARALUMAN LEONIN requested by

Praxy & Joey DelaRosa & Family

ALTAR BREADS & ALTAR WINES for the week were donated in Loving Memory of

ROBERTA ALICEA BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

requested by Catherine & Robert DeVries

Dear Parishioners,

Two weeks ago you may have noticed the arrival of trucks and materials in the small schoolyard to begin the second phase of our parish project in renovating the Green Room with a new stage, storage area for tables and chairs, new lighting and flooring, a kitchenette and much more. How

thankful we are for the success last year with the installation of air-conditioning in both the Green Room and the White Room. This summer it has been beneficial to everyone.

In this second project the demolition of the old stage and removal of debris from behind the stage was a big task but completed quickly the first week. See below some photos of what was and what has happened in the Green Room.

This week construction of the new stage has begun and before long we look forward to putting the finishing touches on a newly renovated assembly place for everyone to enjoy.

This parish project is happening because of your generosity to the diocesan capital campaign, “Generations of Faith” three years ago. Many pledges were received and everyone has been considerate in keeping to their pledges and payments. Thank you!

Since this is a five year capital campaign new gifts are welcome at any time. If you were unable to pledge in this past or you are a new member of Our Lady of the Snows Parish, prayerfully consider lending a hand to our diocese and parish by making a pledge. Every gift is greatly appreciated. I have printed the Generations of Faith pledge card in today’s bulletin and you may return it to the Parish Office with your initial payment. Also, pledge cards and brochures are on the tables in the Gathering Space. If you have any questions about your pledge please feel free to call me.

What great things can happen when we come together and make a sacrificial offering for the good of the Church and the parish we love so much. Let us look forward to enjoying our new meeting space in the near future and for generations to come.

God bless you!

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16th

CLOTHING DRIVE

ST. VINCENT de PAUL TRUCK

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17th

9:30 AM MASS

BLESSING OF SCHOOL BACK PACKS

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24th

3:00 PM CHURCH

OLS FIL-AM CONCERT

Here is the latest report as of August 9, 2017:

Amount of Goal: $105,179.00

Amount Pledged: $ 99,700.00

Amount Received: $ 79,477.34

Number of Donors: 402

Thank you to all who already have made a pledge to this year’s diocesan Appeal. As you can see in the box above great strides continue to be made to this year’s Appeal. Everyone is

encouraged to take part in this year’s Appeal by making a generous donation so that we can reach our assigned goal of $105,079.00. Feel free to view this Year’s Appeal video at www.dioceseofbrooklyn.org. Extra pledge envelopes are in the church today and at the Parish Office. You may return your pledge commitment in the collection and we will deliver it directly to the Appeal Office. Thank you very much for heeding the words: “Live in Faith - Give in Love.”

SAVE THE DATES

2017 ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL.

SUMMER TRAVELERS. Free ministry to traveling Catholics. For nationwide Mass times and locations please call Mass Times 1-858-207-6277 or go on the web at www.Masstimes.org.

OLS CATHOLIC ACADEMY OFFICE will be open for school registration, tuition payments, school tours and other information from 9:00AM to 12Noon on the following days in Aug.:

In addition, the office will be open the week of Aug. 28th - Aug. 31st from 8:00AM to 3:00PM and Sept. 1st from 8:00AM to 12Noon. Also, school registration packets are available in the Parish Office. Take the opportunity to offer your child a quality Catholic education at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy this Fall.

Tues. Wed. Thurs. Aug.: 15th 16th 17th Aug.: 22nd 23rd ——

ACADEMY OFFICE HOURS

FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION is celebrated this Tuesday, August 15th and commemorates the Assumption of Mary, Mother of God, into heaven both body and soul. It is a holyday of obligation for all Catholics and the Mass schedule on Tuesday is 9:00AM, 12Noon and 7:30PM.

HUMAN CONCERNS CENTER TRIP. The next trip to Yonkers, Empire City Casino will be on Monday, August 28, 2017. Cost $25. The bus will leave prompt-ly at 9:00AM from Our Lady of the Snows. For more info or to reserve a seat call Sophia at (718) 347-0512.

FAITH FORMATION OFFICE. Give your child the gift of faith! (It’s the most important gift you will ever give!) We invite all Catholic children attending public schools to register for religious instruction for the 2017/2018 year at our parish. Grades Pre-K through 8 meet on Sunday mornings from 10:30AM to 12Noon. High School students meet approximately 13 times over the course of the year on Wednesday evenings. Classes begin: Sunday Sept 17, 2017 for K-8, Sunday, Sept. 24, 2017 for Pre-K, and Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 for High School. Registration fees are as follows:

One child $90.00 Two children $130.00 Three or more $160.00 HS Program $50.00 per student

Registration Forms can be found in the Church gathering space or on-line at www.olsnows.org (click on Ministries, then Faith Formation, scroll to bottom of page for registration form). If you are registering your child for the first time please include a copy of the child’s baptismal certificate. Mail your registration form to Our Lady of the Snows Faith Formation Office, 258-15 80th Avenue, Floral Park, NY 11004. We look forward to hearing from you.

FAITH FORMATION REGISTRATION

IN APPRECIATION. Thank you to Dalton’s Funeral Home for the donation of the beautiful Our Lady of the Snows commemorative cards distributed last week on our feast day. Thank you to the Special Events Committee members who prepared and served the breakfast following the Mass. In addition, thank you to Mr. Anthony Coscia for designing and constructing the yellow school bus for this year’s School Supplies Drive. Thank you everyone for your generosity!

CELEBRATING SAINT ROQUE( SAINT ROCCO) Today we honor Saint Roque beginning at 3:00 PM with the recitation of the Novena to Saint Roque, Holy Mass and an outdoor street procession. Father Jeremy will be the main celebrant and homilist. All are invited to pray through the intercession of this holy and humble saint of God who endured much suffering with sickness and imprisonment. The Street Procession this afternoon will be: 259 Street South to 81st Avenue. Right onto 81st Avenue. Right onto 258 Street and proceed north to OLS church parking lot. Exit parking lot onto 259 Street and return to front of the church.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES DONATIONS. Throughout the summer the Parish Pastoral Council (PPC) is accepting donations of school supplies (e.g. notebooks, memo pads, binders, pencils and pens, crayons and markers, school bags, etc.) to help needy boys and girls begin the new school year well-equipped and happy. Please place your donation in the yellow school bus in the Gathering Space of the church and thank you for your generosity.

ARISE: TOGETHER IN CHRIST. Following two successful sessions of ARISE last Fall and Spring this worthwhile evangelization effort throughout the diocese and in our parish will resume in October. The third session consists of six weekly gatherings with the theme, “In the Footsteps of Christ.” Once again ARISE is guaranteed to be a total parish experience to spiritually renew everyone and provide opportunities for all of us to grow in faith and community. In preparation for ARISE this Fall please offer the ARISE prayer below and prayerfully consider your involvement as a facilitator or participant on Sign-Up weekend this Fall.

Gracious God and Father, we enter into your presence realizing you know us better than we know ourselves. You know the cares and sufferings we carry in our hearts. You call us to holiness and we trust you to lead us together on our journey to be a renewed Church, for with you all things are possible. Create us anew in Jesus Christ your Son. Liberate us from all that keeps us from you. Heal us from every form of sin and violence. Transform us to live your Word more profoundly. Awaken us to the sacred; rebuild trust among us. Enliven our parishes; reunite our families. May your Holy Spirit empower us to live as a community of love, freed to share in your work of recreating our world and restoring justice. We believe you are doing something new, calling us to arise together in Christ to celebrate the fullness of life. Amen. © 2007 RENEW International

OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS CATHOLIC ACADEMY is a school of excellence which offers a quality Catholic education to its students. Recent New York State testing results showed our parish school far exceeding state, city and diocesan scores in Language Arts and Math for Grades 4, 6 and 8. Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy follows the NYS and diocesan curriculum. The school has a morning and after school program for working parents, SMART Boards in the classrooms, Spanish and Art, full time nurse, Aquinas Honors Program, physical education, sacramental preparation and much more! Please feel free to contact the School Office at (718) 343-1346 or check out the attractive school website, www.olscafp.org which contains many other details about our school of excellence. Parents who are interested in enrolling their children into Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy in September 2017 are welcomed to call for an appointment. See the colorful flyers on the tables in the Gathering Space today and feel free to distribute them to family members and friends.

O. L. S. C. A.

COMMUNITY NEWS NEW OFFICE HOURS Throughout August the Parish Office will close on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights at 7:30 PM. There will be no office hours on Thursday and Friday nights. The weekend hours remain the same from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Saturdays and on Sun-

days from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND Sept. 15-17 in Huntington, LI. Call Richard & Karen Roginski at 877-697-9963. Let the Lord support you in your marriage!

A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS CATHOLIC ACADEMY

ARE YOU SMARTER THAN AN OLSCA EIGHTH GRADER? By Br. Michael Renna, OFS—Chairperson

At about this point in the summer in the majority of households with school-age children, the following phrases are frequently heard: “I’m bored!” “There’s nothing to do.” “I miss my friends.” Well, at the risk of shocking these young minds and doing irreparable harm to their psyches, there is less than a MONTH left of summer vacation till school resumes in September! That got your attention didn’t it? And while most families are dealing with shopping for those back to school necessities such as uniforms, clothing, gym attire, and supplies, we at OLSCA continue our work in getting ready to implement our Regents initiative in Math and Science this Fall.

I hope that many families have had an opportunity to visit the NYSED website at nysed.gov and view the Core Curricula in Algebra and Living Environment. These two courses, which will be offered for the first time to our “rising” eighth graders at OLSCA, are equivalent to the courses that NINTH grade students take in the first year of high school. So, our students will have the advantage of being a year ahead and will also earn Regents credit both for the course and after passing the exam at the end. You should also know that both these courses are REQUIRED in New York State for graduation from high school.

Mr. Venticinque, Ms. Estevez and I will be meeting in the very near future again with the administration at The Mary Louis Academy to finalize plans for our students to use their lab facilities and to set up mentoring partnerships between TMLA faculty and our teachers. We ask for your prayers and support as we venture forward that this will be a most successful initiative for our students! Our Lady of the Snows, pray for us, (New challenge question will appear next week).

CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL EXAM (TACHS).

The exam will be given on

Saturday, November 4th,

offering a chance to attend one of

nineteen different Catholic high

schools in Brooklyn and Queens. All eighth grade

students and their parents are asked to call

1-866-61TACHS or visit www.tachsinfo.com for

registration and more information.

AIR CONDITIONING COLLECTION is being taken up at this time. The parish is fortunate to have a cool and comfortable church to worship in Sunday after Sunday and during the week. However, as you can guess, the expense for such air conditioning in a large church is very high. YELLOW air conditioning offering envelopes are available in the church. Thank you for your contribution.

ITALIAN FESTIVAL sponsored by the Cellini Lodge, New Hyde Park takes place August 23rd to 27th. Featuring amusement rides, food court, games of chance and live entertainment the location is Martin J. Tully Park, Denton & Evergreen Aves. in New Hyde Park. For more information call 516-747-1680.

PILGRIMAGE to National Shrine of the North American Martyrs, Auriesville, NY on Sun., Sept. 24th from St. Mel’s Church, Flushing departing at 7AM. Price $45.00 and includes BBQ lunch. For reservations and information call Ed Rice at 917-209-5829. Sponsored by Div. 15, Queens County A.O.H., Whitestone.