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Fatima Focus
Our Lady of Fatima Parish Community
6 Cottonwood Road - Manorhaven, New York 11050
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Parish Mission Statement
Firmly rooted in our Roman Catholic tradition,
we, the Parish of Our Lady of Fatima are a
welcoming, caring and inclusive community of
believers. We seek to bear witness to Christ’s love
for all in our lives, in our community and in our
world.
We strive to continue the mission of Jesus through
worship and in our educational, spiritual and
social justice programs and in our commitment to
stewardship.
We are a collaborative, diverse, multi-cultural
parish dedicated to reaching out to all God’s
people, especially those in need.
All are welcome in this parish.
Mass at Our Lady of Fatima Parish
Sundays
Weekdays
Sat.: 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM (Spanish)
Mon. - Fri: 8:00 AM
Sun.: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM (Family Liturgy),
Holydays
11:30 A.M.
Eve: 7:30 PM - Day: 8:00 AM
Rectory Office: Mon. - Fri.: 9 AM - 12 Noon & 1 - 5 PM;
Sat.: 9AM - 5PM Sun.: 9 AM - 1PM
Rectory Phone: 767-0781
Rectory Fax: 767-2981
Religious Education: 944-8322
Convent: 883-1762
Parish Outreach: 883-3903
(See page 2 for further Parish information.)
Parish Staff
Parish Ministries
Reverend Steven J. Peterson, Pastor
Sister Gerri O’Neill, O.P. Director Faith Formation
Sister Kathy Somerville, O.P. Director Parish
Social Ministry
Arthur Candido, Deacon
Helen Mochwart, Music Director
Barbara Minerva, Business Manager
Altar Servers:
Deacon Arthur Candido (516)883-8032
Altar Server Schedule:
Jane Candido (516)883-8032
Baptism Preparation:
Rev. Steven Peterson (516)767-0781
Bereavement:
Yvonne Calabrese (516)883-4817
Building & Grounds:
Christopher Bollerman (516)767-0781
Communication to the Sick:
Deacon Arthur Candido (516)883-8032
CaringHands Prayer Chain:
Marge Walsh (516)767-2936
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion:
Leonor Sanchez (516)708-1202
Faith Formation Board:
Dan Trunk (516)883-3329
Finance Council:
Frank Murphy
Gardening:
S. Kathy Somerville, O.P. (516)883-3903
Barbara Minerva (516)883-7652
Lectors:
Moderator: S. Kathy Somerville, O.P.
Schedule: Jane Candido (516)883-8032
Liturgy & Spirituality:
Rev. Steven Peterson (516)767-0781
Music:
Helen Mochwart (516)883-4415
Offering Counters:
Helen Raduazzo (516)883-8869
Pastoral Council:
Agatha Cotilleta (516)570-0925
Alicia Kellso (631)219-4552
Parish Trustee:
Ruth Masarik (516)883-4080
Michael Raduazzo (516)883-8869
Small Faith Communities:
Sister Gerri O’Neill, O.P. (516)944-8322
Ushers:
Michael Raduazzo (516)883-8869
Websites:
Janina Krach (516)883-8444
Parish Website: www.ourladyoffatimapw.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ourladyoffatimapw
Blog: ourladyoffatimapw.wordpress.com
Office Personnel
Rectory Secretaries:
Jose Machuca
Leonor Sanchez
Faith Formation Secretary:
Patricia Devine
Sacraments
Reconciliation: Saturday 4:00 – 4:45pm or by
Appointment
Baptism: Please contact the rectory four to six
weeks in advance for information and
appointment.
Marriage: Those planning a wedding should
contact the rectory at least 6 months in advance
(516)767-0781.
Anointing of the Sick: Every 4th Sunday of the
Month (11:30am Mass)
Devotions
Our Lady of Fatima Novena: Mondays following
the 8:00am Mass.
Rosary: After Daily Mass
Apostolado Hispano
Misa en Español: Los Sábados a las 7:00pm.
Bautizos: El 4 Sábado del mes durante la misa
en español. Los padres deben llamar a la
rectoría, (516)767-0781, al menos dos meses
antes.
Confesiones: Llamar y hacer cita (516)767-0781
Matrimonio: Parejas deben llamar a la rectoría,
(516)767-0781, al menos 6 meses antes de la
fecha del la boda.
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Monday, March 2nd
8:00 a.m. The People of the Parish
Tuesday, March 3rd
8:00 a.m. Myrtle Fugal & Mary Elizabeth Lawe
Wednesday, March 4th
8:00 a.m. Peter Chiara
Thursday, March 5th
8:00 a.m. Howard Peterson
Friday, March 6th
8:00 a.m. William & Mary Squire
Saturday, March 7th
5:00 p.m. Rose Conte
7:00 p.m. Hispanic Community
Sunday, March 8th
8:00 a.m. Daniel Goodwin
10:00 a.m. Dominick & Lenore Carpinelli
11:30 a.m. James Cummings
Vicky Affrunti, Ryan Armstrong,
Ruth Anne Barret, Bree Bellavita,
Rose Bennett, Michele Bischoff,
Baby: Darian James Bogin, John
Bradley, Virginia Cantino, Raleigh
Capozzi, Mary St. John Clark, Anne Keily-Cohen,
Maryann Dishuc, Michael DiLeo, Kyle Faticone, Charlie
Fertitta, Patrick Finnegan, Kathryn Giulitti, Kathleen
Grace, Florence Gramarossa, Marie Hayes, Michael
Katz, Rita Knizewski, Kathleen Lewis, Pat Lopilato, Rita
Marchese, Angela Mazzella, Norma Mazzeo, Elaina
McLoughin, Dolores Messina, Katherine Mitchelle, Don
Mochwart, Melba Molson , Andy & Ronnie Mosby ,
Charles Murphy, Seraphina O’Brien, Jesse Nesbit, Li
O’Donnell, George O’Krepkie, John Orr, Glenn Petersons,
Gia Pometta, Elaine Poster, Harold Poole, Vivian
Puglisi, Lena Rella, Nancy Scialpi, Diana Schmeltzer,
Justin Simeon, Jim Simonsen, Raymond Shea, Amy
Smith, Eileen Smith, Joan Smith, Linda Crum Smith,
Angela Starchich, Annie Tolentino, Carlos Torres,
Margaret Marie Trinko, Carla Vario, Marilyn ZahnVeritzan, Mary Whol, Andrew Wholykowski and all
who are homebound or have special needs.
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Abraham was prepared to sacrifice his
only son, Isaac. St. Paul reminds us that
God Himself “did not spare his own Son.”
Are my gifts to the Lord – of my
resources, of my time, of myself – also
sacrificial?
SUNDAY COLLECTION
February 22nd: $2,576.00
Church in Need: $563.00
Thank you for your generous sacrificial
giving! Your faithful sacrificial giving each
week helps Our Lady of Fatima to continue
our Pastoral Ministries and care for our
parish buildings.
Peace,
Fr. Steve
Mass Schedule
March 7th
&
March 8th
Saturday:
Sunday:
5:00 PM ~ Fr. Steve
7:00 PM ~ Misa Hispana
8:00 AM ~ Fr. Steve
10:00 AM ~ Fr. Steve
11:30 AM ~ Fr. Steve
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Worship
 Please remember that the Fridays of Lent
are days of abstinence.
Readings for the Week
 CENTERING PRAYER will be prayed today
(SUNDAY), from 3:00 PM until 4:00 PM in the
church. All are welcome to this time of quiet prayer.
Monday, March 2nd
 Daniel 9:4b-10
 Luke 6:36-38
Tuesday, March 3rd
 Isaiah 1:10, 16-20
 Matthew 23:1-12
Wednesday, March 4th
 Jeremiah 18:18-20
 Matthew 20:17-28
Thursday, March 5th
 Jeremiah 17:5-10
 Luke 16:19-31
Friday, March 6th
 Genesis 37:3-4, 12-13a, 17b-28a
 Matthew 21:33-43, 45-46
Saturday, March 7th
 Micah 7:14-15, 18-20
 Luke 15:1-3, 11-32
Sunday, March 8th, 2015 ~ THIRD
SUNDAY OF LENT
First Reading: Exodus 20:1-17 or 20:1-3, 7-8, 12-17

In Exodus we hear the commandments
given by God through Moses, the
commandments for God’s people to live by.
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:22-25

Saint Paul teaches us that the wisdom of
God is not easy to accept, in particular, the
message of the crucified Christ.
Gospel Reading: John 2:13-25

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The Gospel tells of Jesus cleansing the
Temple in Jerusalem.
The reflection question for this week is:
Abraham was asked to sacrifice what was most dear
to him – his beloved son.
WHAT MIGHT I NEED TO GIVE UP TO LIVE
MORE CLOSELY WITH GOD?
 Our PARISH MISSION starts this Monday
evening at 7:30 PM and will continue on Tuesday
and Wednesday evenings. The theme for the
mission is THE COMPASSIONATE LIFE. The
evenings will be led by Fr. Andy O’Reilly, C.PP. As
you prepare to renew the new life of the Risen Lord
at Easter, discover again how your faith empowers
you to face the issues of everyday life with hope
and courage.

Our next HOLY HOUR will be on
THURSDAY, MARCH 5th, from 7:00 PM until 8:00
PM in the church. All are welcome!

The ADULT CONFIRMATION GROUP will
meet on MONDAY, MARCH 9th, at 7:15 PM in the
Parish Office.
 The SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING
OF THE SICK will be celebrated SUNDAY,
MARCH 22nd, at the 11:30 AM Mass. All are most
welcome to celebrate this sacrament of healing and
forgiveness.
 The STATIONS OF THE CROSS will be
prayed this Friday following the 8:00 AM Mass in
English and at 7:00 PM in Spanish.
 You are welcome to bring your old palm to
church and place the palm in the basket which will
be placed in the sanctuary by the organ.
 The SACRAMENT OF PENANCE is
celebrated on SATURDAY afternoon from 4:00 PM
until 4:45 PM. All are welcome to celebrate this
sacrament of God’s forgiveness, peace, and
healing.
 Please remember that during the season of
Lent the holy water fonts are emptied. They will be
refilled on Holy Saturday morning following Morning
Prayer. Please remember that during the season of
Lent the recommendation is that we do not place
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flowers by the shrines to Mary, St. Joseph, St.
Anthony and the Sacred Heart. The flowers will
return at the celebration of the Easter Vigil.
 “In the past, every icon painter began his or
her career by reproducing the scene of the
Transfiguration, not to escape into some imaginary
paradise, but to die to self, by opening the self to
Beauty crucified. The destiny of every Christian is
written between two mountains: one from Calvary
to the mountain of the Transfiguration. The face of
the living God is to be seen in the faces of those
who listen to Christ’s word and are transformed by
it.” (The Saint Andrew’s Bible Missal)
 “We of the Taizé community look upon the
Transfiguration above all as the celebration of that
presence of Christ which takes charge of
everything in us and transfigures even that which
disturbs us about ourselves. God penetrates those
hardened, incredulous, even disquieting regions
within us, about which we really don’t know what to
do. God penetrate them with the life of the Spirit
and acts upon those regions and gives them God’s
own face.” (Kathryn Spink)

“Some days it’s easy to identify with a fellow
who has had enough of a troubled life. He flops
down, says he’s ready to get up, and has a nap.
Well, it takes two naps, two jugs of wine, two jugs
of water, and two hearth cakes - all served by an
angel - to give him strength to complete his forty
day journey. The Lord’s Day, every Sunday, is food
and drink and rest for the journey. Every Sunday is
like an angel that comes to us when our heart is too
heavy. We desperately need our Sunday naps and
“hearth cakes.” We desperately need a day free
from business as usual, a day without errands,
demands and travel. Recreation is not a luxury; it’s
a necessity. Without the Lord’s Day refreshment,
Christianity itself would soon flop down unable to
go any further.” (Hildegard Kerney)
Administration
 FAITH DIRECT: Please consider helping
Our Lady of Fatima Parish to save some money by
switching to FAITH DIRECT. It makes sure that
your weekly sacrificial support of the parish is here
no matter what the weather is like or if you have to
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be away for the weekend. It helps simplify your
giving and also cuts down our use of paper
envelopes. If you want you can give it a try for the
coming six weeks of Lent and see how it works for
you. You can sign up online by going to
www.faithdirect.net. Our parish code is NY303. You
can also sign up by mailing an enrollment form
which is available in the parish office.
 The CATHOLIC MINISTRIES APPEAL:
Many thanks to all those who have contributed to
the annual CATHOLIC MINISTRIES APPEAL for
2015. Please help us to reach our goal for 2015
($39,600). Every gift or pledge is deeply
appreciated. Your support of the annual appeal
helps our parish and our diocese to provide so
many important pastoral care programs. Envelopes
are available at the main entrance of the church. As
of February 17th we have pledges amounting to
$7,240.00. So far 35 members of the parish have
made a gift or pledge to the CMA for 2015.
 Many thanks to all those who contributed to
last weekend’s second collection for the CHURCH
IN NEED.

The PASTORAL COUNCIL will meet on
Wednesday, March 11th, at 7:30 PM in the Rectory.

The STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE will
meet on TUESDAY, MARCH 17th, at 7:30 PM in the
SACRISTY.

The FINANCE COMMITTEE will meet on
TUESDAY MARCH 24th, at 7:30 PM in the
SACRISTY.
 This week you will receive a letter from Fr.
Steve in the mail about our fund raising effort for
PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY, FAITH FORMATION
& CHURCH RESTORATION. Please give serious
consideration to helping us reach our goal so that
we can proceed with the work on the church, and
our hope to expand our Social Ministry program as
well as to continue to enhance our Faith Formation
programs. Your gift or pledge will help us to make
these hopes a reality and prepare our parish to
coming years to continue preaching the gospel to
all. Pledges can be paid over two year period.
Please remember that our hope is to have as many
parishioners as possible being a part of the parish
undertaking so that all of us have a sense of
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ownership. Please remember that whatever gift or
pledge might be all of them are deeply appreciated.
Community Life
Dear Friends,
This weekend we celebrate the Second Sunday of
Lent. The scripture readings are challenging. In one
Abraham seems to be willing to sacrifice his beloved
son; in the second reading Paul writes to a church in
Rome that is divided and in the gospel we listen to an
account of the Transfiguration of Jesus, a mountain
top experience that might very well be a post
resurrection event that has been transposed to
another part of the gospel. The three texts are not as
easy as they might first appear.
The first reading is from the Book of Genesis and it is
another Abraham story. It is a disturbing reading, to
say the very least. How could God ask Abraham to
sacrifice his only son, Isaac? Isaac was the child for
whom Abraham and Sarah had longed. He was the
center of their lives, the one who delighted them day
in and day out. How could Abraham agree to such a
request from God? The whole story has to be put into
a context if we hope to understand what is being said.
What kind of God would put someone to this sort of
“test”? Unfortunately, it was customary among the
ancient Near Eastern civilizations to sacrifice children
by fire to their gods. Although child sacrifice was
strictly forbidden, there were low points in Israel’s
history when some of its kings resorted to this horrific
practice. This section of Genesis is primarily a polemic
against child sacrifice. Through Abraham’s experience,
Israel was to learn that God is not some dark authority
who requires the immolation of human emotions.
“The Bible, read its great sweep and progress, is the
revelation of God as love, a love more vast and
profoundly wise than human souls can recognize.”
With the substitution of the ram, Israel was to learn
that God did not require human sacrifice and could not
be manipulated by it.
Paul writes to the Christian community in Rome which
is divided. The Jewish converts to Christianity and the
Gentile converts are quarreling among themselves.
With a series of rhetorical questions, Paul expressed
his belief that the redemptive power of Jesus’
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sacrificial death has revealed the love of God in a
manner unsurpassed. Because of that love, all human
conflicts and challenges pale into insignificance. Paul
seeks to put to rest the differences within the Christian
community. Because of God’s great love all of them,
both Jewish converts and Gentile converts, they are
truly one.
The gospel is the Transfiguration. The disciples are
offered a glimpse of Jesus’ glory! Moses and Elijah
represent the law and the prophets. They both witness
to the truth that Jesus fulfills the law and the
prophets. “Looking around they no longer see anyone
but Jesus.” To further affirm the unique and salvific
role of Jesus, the voice from the cloud identifies Jesus
as God’s Son and says; “Listen to him.” Mark proclaims
in this gospel that the “Day of the Lord” has indeed
come. Its fullness will come only after the death and
resurrection of the Lord. In the meanwhile Jesus would
dedicate himself to transforming others. The sinner
becomes a forgiven believer, the alienated become
friends, the sick and maimed are healed. The followers
of Jesus are to continue his healing ministry.
May these days of Lent continue to lead us to a grace
filled Easter!
Peace,
Fr. Steve
 PALM CROSSES & EASTER BASKETS:
On Friday, March 27th we will hold our annual
making of Palm Crosses and Easter Baskets event
at 6:30 PM in the Parish Center. All are welcome!
 SEDER SUPPER: Our annual SEDER
SUPPER will be held on MONDAY, MARCH 30th,
at 6:30 PM in the Parish Center. Please save the
date and plan on joining with other parishioners to
celebrate this holy night.
 HOSPITALITY SUNDAY will be held on
SUNDAY, MARCH 22nd, following all the Masses
on Sunday in the Parish Center. Please join with
other parishioners after Mass for hospitality and
fellowship after Mass. All are welcome.
March 1, 2015
SYNOD ON THE FAMILY
This past fall there was a great deal of
media coverage regarding the preparations
for the Bishops’ Synod on the Family. At
this time, parishioners are being invited to
offer input to a series of questions in the
“Lineamenta” or final preparatory
document.
Visit www.drvc.org and click on the
“Synod of Bishops” icon to access the
question and directions.
The deadline for all responses to be
received by the Diocese is March 13, 2015.
Faith Formation
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ANNIVERSARY MASS
We are planning to have a wedding
anniversary mass on Sunday, April 26th,
at the 11:30 AM Mass. This Mass is for all
those couples who are celebrating a
significant anniversary this year. You
decide if it is a special one for you.
If you would like to be part of this
celebration and/or would like to help
with the planning, please call or email
Jane Candido at 883-8032 or
[email protected] as soon as
possible.
Thank You. Happy Anniversary!

The READING GROUP will meet on
SUNDAY, MARCH 22nd, at 3:00 PM. In the sacristy.
The book for March will be: JESUS: A
PILGRIMAGE, by James Martin.
Outreach
Parish Social Ministry
FOOD PANTRY – Thank you to all those who
have donated to Our Lady of Fatima Food Pantry.
Please remember to check the expiration
dates on all your donated items.
Toiletries are always welcome! 
Living Stewardship
We are grateful this week for all stewards
in our parish who, through fasting,
become more conscious of their faith and
its interaction in daily life!
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CaringHands
From Small Beginnings, Come
Great Things.
Where did the time go? Six
years, the first group of CaringHands Card Ministry
began. Seven dedicated women sat at a table and
began to recycle old used cards into beautiful new
cards that were sent to the sick and homebound of
family and friends of our parish. We meet every
Wednesday afternoon from 12:30 PM till 3:30 or
4:00 PM depending on how much work there was to
do or how many cards were needed. We have never
taken a week off all these years as this is an ongoing
ministry. The sick don’t take time off. Our first
mailing consisted of 9 cards. We had to do a lot of
research and find contact people related to the name
on the sick list. After several months and weeks of
publicity in the Focus we were able to make our
lists of the names on the Sick and Homebound list.
We followed up with phone calls checking on our
people. We made it possible for them to choose
whether or not they wanted their name in the Focus
or just be mentioned as Sick or Homebound.
And so it began…Today we send monthly cards to
every name on the list and to those who chose
prayers and cards only. Our mailing has grown to
about 70 cards a month. Our Ministry continues to
grow. When we remove 2 names from our list, we
add 3 more.
What can you do to help? First, your prayers are
desperately needed. I have often stated that our
cards are signed in your name – Our Lady of Fatima
Family! Second, we are in need of used greetings
cards such as birthday, anniversary or any occasion.
Cut off the front and save for us. If you receive
cards in the mail, don’t discard them; we will take
them with envelopes. We always need envelopes!
All donations can be left at the rectory with
CARINGHANDS name written on the bag.
LET US CARRY THOSE WHO CAN’T BE
PHISCIALLY WITH US ON OUR LENTEN
JOURNEY.
UN MENSAJE DE
NUESTRO PARROCO
Queridos amigos,
Este fin de semana celebramos el Segundo
Domingo de Cuaresma. Las lecturas bíblicas nos
desafían. En una lectura Abraham parece ser
dispuesto a sacrificar a su hijo amado. En la
segunda lectura Pablo escribe a la iglesia en Roma
que está dividida. En la lectura del Evangelio
escuchamos un relato de la Transfiguración de
Jesús, una experiencia en la cumbre de unaa
montaña que pueda ser un evento después de la
resurrección que ha sido transpuesto a otra parte del
evangelio. Los tres textos no son tan fáciles como
pudiera aparecer en primera lectura.
La primera lectura está tomada del libro de Génesis
y es otra historia de Abraham. Es una lectura
inquietante, por decir lo menos. ¿Cómo podría Dios
pedir a Abraham que sacrificara a su único hijo,
Isaac? Isaac era el niño para quien Abraham y Sara
habían anhelado. Él era el centro de sus vidas, el
que les deleitaba día tras día. ¿Cómo podía
Abraham ponerse de acuerdo a esta solicitud de
Dios? Toda la historia tiene que ser puesto en un
contexto si esperamos a entender lo que está
pasando. ¿Qué clase de Dios pondría a alguien a
esta especie de "prueba"? Desafortunadamente, era
de costumbre entre las antiguas culturas del
Cercano Oriente sacrificar a niños a sus dioses por
el fuego. Aunque el sacrificio de niños fue
estrictamente prohibido, hubo puntos bajos en la
historia de Israel, cuando algunos de sus reyes
recurrieron a esta práctica horrible. Esta sección de
Génesis es principalmente una polémica contra el
sacrificio de niños. A través de la experiencia de
Abraham, Israel iba a aprender que Dios no es una
autoridad oscura que exige la inmolación de las
emociones humanas. "La Biblia, leído en su gran
extensión y progreso, es la revelación de Dios como
amor, un amor más amplio y profundamente sabio
que las almas humanas pueden reconocer." Con la
sustitución del carnero, Israel iba a aprender que
Dios no requería el sacrificio humano y no podía ser
manipulado por el mismo.
2015 Catholic Ministries Appeal
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Pablo escribe a la comunidad cristiana de Roma,
que está dividida. Los judíos convertidos al
cristianismo y los gentiles convertidos están
disputando entre sí mismos. Con una serie de
preguntas retóricas, Pablo expresó su creencia que
el poder redentor de la muerte sacrificial de Jesús ha
revelado el amor de Dios de una manera sin igual.
A causa de eso amor, todos los conflictos y desafíos
humanos se hacen insignificantes. Pablo quiere
terminar las diferencias dentro de la comunidad
cristiana. A causa de eso gran amor de Dios para
todos, tanto los convertidos judíos y los convertidos
gentiles, ellos son verdaderamente uno.
El evangelio relata la historia de la Transfiguración.
A los discípulos se les ofrece una visión de la gloria
de Jesús. Moisés y Elías representan la ley y los
profetas. Ambos dan testimonio de la verdad de que
Jesús cumple la ley y los profetas. “Miraron
alrededor y no vieron a nadie sino a Jesús.” Para
afirmar más a fondo el papel único y salvífico de
Jesús, la voz de la nube identifica a Jesús como Hijo
de Dios y dice; "Escúchenlo." Marcos proclama en
este evangelio que en verdad el "Día del Señor” ha
llegado. Su plenitud vendrá sólo después de la
muerte y resurrección del Señor. Mientras tanto
Jesús se dedicaría a la transformación de los demás.
El pecador se hace creyente perdonado, los
alienados se hacen amigos, los enfermos y lisiados
son curados. Los seguidores de Jesús han de
continuar su ministerio de sanación.
Que estos días de Cuaresma sigan guiándonos a una
Pascua llena de gracia.
Paz,
Padre Steve
Alcoholics Anonymous
Meet for a closed a step meeting every
Sunday starting at 7:00 PM in the Parish
Center.
Welcome to Life…
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ASSISTENCIA PARROQUIAL
SEMANALES – Por favor, continúen
ayudándonos y hagan un esfuerzo de traer al
menos una lata de comida cuando vengan a la
Misa. Harían una gran diferencia para nuestra
despensa. Necesitamos tuna, salsa para
espagueti, cereal, aceite, frijoles, lentejas,
garbanzos, macarrones con queso, frutas y
vegetales enlatados, arroz, mantequilla de aní,
jugo. Mil gracias por su apoyo tan grande.
APOSTOLADO HISPANO
Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de
Fátima
Declaración de Misión Parroquial
Arraigados firmemente en nuestra tradición
católica romana, nosotros, la parroquia de
Nuestra Señora de Fátima, somos una
comunidad de creyentes que acoge a todos,
cuida de todos e incluye a todos.
Intentamos dar evidencia del amor de Cristo
para todos en nuestras vidas, en nuestra
comunidad y en todo nuestro mundo.
Nos esforzamos en continuar la misión de
Jesús por medio del culto y por medio de
nuestros programas de educación,
espiritualidad y justicia social y en nuestro
compromiso de corresponsabilidad de la vida
parroquial.
Somos una parroquia colaboradora, diversa
y multicultural, dedicada a extenderse a todo
el pueblo de, especialmente a los más
necesitados.
¡Todos son bienvenidos a esta parroquia!
 Vía Crucis serán todos los viernes
durante la cuaresma a las 7:00 PM en español.
March 1, 2015
St. Joseph Renewal Center
1725 Brentwood Road
Brentwood, New York 11717
631-273-1187 Ext. 123
Living with Alzheimer's & Dementia –
Mar. 4 –1 - 2:30 pm –
Free will offering
Presenter: Josphine Daspro, CSJ
Guided Meditation for Inner Healing –
Mar. 4 – 7 -8 pm –
Offering $15.00 ($20.00 Individual session
by appointment) – Presenter: Irene Moore,
CCH/Meditation Therapist
Deepening your Spiritual Practice through
the use of FOCUSING –
Mar. 4 – 7:30 – 9:30 pm –
Offering $15.00
Presenter: Kathy Porter
A Spiritual Gathering of Women –
Mar. 10 - 10 am to noon –
Offering $15.00 – Presenters: Tina Cafaro &
Joan Vessio
Mid-Lenten Day of Prayer –
Mar. 11 – 10 am to 3 pm –
Offering $45.00 includes lunch
Presenter: Josephine Daspro, CSJ
Men 2 Men Gathering –
Mar.14 - 8:00 - 9:30 am –
Offering $20.00 incl. breakfast
Presenters: Michael Dunne & participants
from the group
11th Step Prayer –
Mar. 22 - 2 - 4 pm –
Free will offering
Presenters: Josephine Daspro, CSJ & Linda
Oristano
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Ronkonkoma Cenacle
310 Cenacle Road, PO Box 4005
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779-0430
NEW!!!
Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at the Retreat
Center
10:00am – 1:30 p.m. (Arrivals at 9:30am- Soda
bread refreshment)
Celebrating St. Paddy’s Day at the
Cenacle!!
Presenter: Sr. Kathryn Madden r.c.
Shamrocks, shillelaghs and leprechauns
are some of the symbols of St. Patrick’s
Day. Who was St. Patrick, and what is
this early spring holiday and feast day of
the Church about? Twill do your Irish
heart and soul good to join us for a
morning’ of lilting inspiration followed by
a traditional luncheon of corned beef and
cabbage!
Offering: $35 Includes lunch!
St. Peter’s Thrift Shop
Grand Spring Opening
February 28th & March 1st
Completely restocked with Spring and
Summer clothing. Dishes, books, etc.
Great bargains for the whole family!
Hours: Mon. Thurs. 10-11:30 a.m. and
12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Sat./Sun. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Closed Fridays
Attention Donors: Thrift Shop accepts only
saleable, clean clothing and household
items. Thank you for your cooperation
March 1, 2015
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OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH
LENTEN CALENDAR 2015
Our LENTEN PARISH MISSION will be led by Fr. Andy O’Reilly, C.PP.S. The theme for 2015 is:
THE COMPASSIONATE LIFE. The Mission will be held on MONDAY, MARCH 2nd, TUESDAY, MARCH 3rd,
& WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4th, from 7:30 PM until 8:30 PM. All are most welcome!
On Monday evening the theme will be: “Living with God’s Compassionate and Unconditional Love.”
On Tuesday evening the theme will be “Living with the Challenges and Pain of Life.”
On Wednesday the theme for the evening will be “Living with the People of God.”
One of the traditional Lenten practices for many Catholics is the praying of the Stations of the Cross on
Friday. The “Via Crucis” is prayed every Friday in English at 8:30 AM and in Spanish at 7:15 PM. The
Stations of the Cross will be prayed on the following days:
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February 27th
March 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th
This year we will have a HOLY HOUR on the THURSDAYS of Lent (February 26th, March 5th, 12th, 19th,
and 26th) from 7:00 PM until 8:00 PM. All are most welcome!
The annual PARISH SOUP SUPPER will be held on FRIDAY, MARCH 13th, at 6:30 PM in the PARISH
CENTER. All are welcome!
The annual SEDER SUPPER will be held on MONDAY, MARCH 30th. The Seder Supper will be held in the
PARISH CENTER and will begin at 6:30 PM.
The Sacrament of PENANCE is celebrated on the Saturdays of Lent from 4:00 PM until 4:45 PM. In
addition to these days, the sacrament of penance will also be celebrated on THURSDAY, MARCH 26th,
from 4:00 PM until 5:00 PM and again from 7:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Penance will also be celebrated on
MONDAY, MARCH 30th, from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM .
There will be a COMMUNAL CELEBRATION of the sacrament of penance on TUESDAY, MARCH 31st, at
7:30 PM. All are most welcome to celebrate the sacrament of penance during the season of Lent as we
prepare for the feast of Easter.
On FRIDAY, MARCH 27th, we will hold our annual making of Palm Crosses and Easter Baskets event at
6:30 PM in the Parish Center. All are welcome!
PALM SUNDAY is MARCH 29th. It marks the beginning of Holy Week. It commemorates the entrance of
Jesus into Jerusalem.
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5:00 PM Mass (Saturday, March 28th) English & 7:00 PM (Saturday, March 28th) Spanish
8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM Mass (Sunday, March 29th) English
There will be a Rehearsal for Holy Week on WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1st, starting at 7:00 PM.
March 1, 2015
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On HOLY THURSDAY (April 2nd) we celebrate the Mass of the Lord’s Supper in the evening. On this
night we have the washing of the feet to remind us of the call to humble service. Holy Thursday marks the
beginning of the most holy days of the liturgical year. These three days are known as the Sacred Triduum
(Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil). The Holy Thursday Mass will be bilingual.
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Morning Prayer starting at 9:00 AM – The Church sets aside different times each day for prayer. It
is known as the Prayer of the Church or Liturgy of the Hours. These times of prayer are meant to
remind us of the presence of God throughout the day and call us to place oneself in the presence of
God. Morning Prayer during the Triduum is prayed communally. It consists of psalms from the
Hebrew Scriptures and readings from the Scriptures as well as intercessions for the universal
church.
8:00 PM Mass of the Lord’s Supper (Bilingual)
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until 10:30 PM.
GOOD FRIDAY (April 3rd) we remember the Passion and Death of the Lord. The liturgy consists of the
Liturgy of the Word (including the singing of the passion), the veneration of the cross, the intercessory
prayers and the distribution of Holy Communion. Mass is not celebrated on Good Friday. Good Friday is a
day of fast and abstinence.
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9:00 AM – Morning Prayer
10:00 AM – Stations of the Cross in the Church
Noon – Outdoor Stations of the Cross
3:00 PM – Liturgy of the Passion and Death of the Lord in English
7:00 PM – Liturgy of the Passion and Death of the Lord in Spanish
HOLY SATURDAY (April 4th) we celebrate the Easter Vigil at 8:00 PM. The vigil includes the lighting of
the Easter Fire, the readings from the Hebrew Scriptures, the singing of the Gloria and the proclamation
of the Easter Gospel. Following the Gospel the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist are
celebrated, the baptized renew their baptismal promises and bless themselves with the Easter Water. The
Mass continues as usual and ends with our being sent forth to proclaim the Resurrection of the Lord.
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9:00 AM – Morning Prayer
8:00 PM – Easter Vigil
EASTER SUNDAY (April 5th) we proclaim the Resurrection of the Lord. Today we renew our baptismal
promises and rejoice in the gift of God’s infinite love!
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8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM Mass in English & 1:00 PM Mass in Spanish
The Great 50 Days of the Easter Season begins! The Lord is
truly Risen!
Alleluia! Alleluia!
March 1, 2015
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Servicios Durante la Cuaresma, 2015
ESTACIONES DE LA CRUZ
Todos los Viernes de la Cuaresma, a las 7:15 de la noche en español.
CONFESIONES
Los sábados de Cuaresma de 4:00 a 4:45 PM
El Jueves, 26 de Marzo, las confesiones se celebrarán de 4:00 PM a 6:00 PM
Un servicio Comunal de Reconciliación se celebrará el 31 de Marzo a las 7:30 PM en la iglesia
SEMANA SANTA
Domingo de Ramos (29 de Marzo)
Sábado: 5:00 PM (en Inglés) y 7:00 PM (en Español)
Domingo: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM y 11:30 AM.
Jueves Santo (2 de Abril)
Oración Matutina a las 9:00 AM (en inglés).
Misa bilingüe de la Cena del Señor a las 8:00 PM
Adoración del Sagrado Sacramento hasta las 10:30 PM
Viernes Santo (3 de Abril)
Oración Matutina a las 9:00 AM
Via Crucis 10:00 AM (adentro de la Iglesia)
Via Crucis 12:00 PM (afuera de la Iglesia)
Liturgia de la Pasión del Señor a las 3:00 PM (Inglés)
Liturgia de la Pasión del Señor a las 7:30 PM (Español)
Sábado Santo (4 de Abril)
Oración Matutina a las 9:00 AM
Misa de la Vigilia Pascual a las 8:00 PM
Tome nota de que el sábado Santo no hay Misa de 5:00 PM ni a las 7:00 PM
Domingo de Pascua (5 de Abril)
8:00 AM, 10:00 AM y 11:30 AM
Misa en Español a la 1:00 PM
¡Los Grandes 50 días de la temporada de Pascua comienza!
¡El Señor ha resucitado verdaderamente!
¡Aleluya! ¡Aleluya!
March 1, 2015
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COME AND SHARE
SOME SOUP WITH
JESUS!
Our 8th Annual Soup Supper is on
March 13th!
Please join us at the Parish Center at 6:30 p.m.
Come share scrumptious soups & crackers in observance of Lent.
Bring your family, friends, and neighbors. Meet new people, break
bread, share your faith.
We will have a guest speaker.
Collection of toiletries for those less fortunate.
"Free will offering" to be donated to homeless
veterans.
Please R.S.V.P. to Jane Candido @ 883-8032 or
email: [email protected]
*You can drop off toiletries before the supper at the
rectory of just bring them to the supper.*
God Bless You and Thank You!
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Monday
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
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Palm Sunday
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Holy Monday
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
Easter Sunday
Office Closed
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
10:00 AM Mass (SJP)
11:30 AM Mass (SJP)
1:00 PM Misa Hispana
5
Office Closed
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
6
4 PM to 6 PM Penance (SJP)
7:00 PM Alcoholics Anonymous 6:30 PM Seder Supper
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
10:00 AM Family Mass (SJP)
11:00 AM Family Time
11:30 AM Mass (SJP)
29
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
10:00 AM Mass (SJP)
11:30 AM Anointing of the Sick
& Mass (SJP)
4:00 PM Faith Formation
3:00 PM Reading Group
7:00 PM Faith Formation
7:00 PM Alcoholics Anonymous 7:15 PM Choir Rehearsal
Holy Tuesday
Holy Wednesday
7:00 PM Rehearsal for
Holy Week
Office Closed at Noon
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
1
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
5
St. Joseph
Holy Thursday
8:00 PM Bilingual Mass Misa Bilingüe
Office Closed
9:00 AM Morning Prayer
2
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
4:30 PM Young Musician
& Cantor
4 PM & 7 PM Penance (SJP)
7:00 PM ESOL Class Classes de Ingles
26
7:00 PM ESOL Class Classes de Ingles
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
19
4:30 PM Young Musician
& Cantor
7:00 PM ESOL Class Classes de Ingles
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
12
7:00 PM Communcation
7:00 PM ESOL Class Classes de Ingles
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
Thursday
March 7 - Don't forget to change your clocks (SPRING AHEAD)
one hour ahead!
April 1 - The Parish Office will closed at noon and will not re-open until
Tuesday, April 2, at 9:00 am.
Notes: March 1 - 9:30 AM Choir Rehearsal
4:00 PM Faith Formation
7:00 PM Faith Formation
7:30 PM Communal Penance
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
31
4:00 PM Faith Formation
7:00 PM Faith Formation
7:30 PM Financial Council
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
25
5:00 PM Pastoral Staff
24
23
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Hospitality Sunday
4:00 PM Faith Formation
7:00 PM Faith Formation
7:30 PM Stewardship
St. Patrick's Day
17
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
16
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
Baby Bottle Campaign
7:00 PM Confirmation
7:30 PM Pastoral Council
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
11
4:00 PM Faith Formation
7:00 PM Faith Formation
7:30 PM Liturgy Committee
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
10
7:30 PM Parish Mission
4:00 PM Faith Formation
7:00 PM Faith Formation
7:30 PM Parish Mission
4
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
3
Wednesday
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
Tuesday
March 2015
Our Lady of Fatima Calendar
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
10:00 AM Mass (SJP)
11:30 AM Choir & Mass (SJP)
4:00 PM Faith Formation
7:00 PM Faith Formation
7:00 PM Alcoholics Anonymous 7:15 PM Choir Rehearsal
15
4:00 PM Faith Formation
7:00 PM Faith Formation
7:00 PM Older Confirmation
7:00 PM Alcoholics Anonymous 7:15 PM Choir Rehearsal
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
10:00 AM Mass (SJP)
11:30 AM Mass (SJP)
8
Daylight Saving
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
10:00 AM Family Mass (SJP) 4:00 PM Faith Formation
11:00 AM Family Time
7:00 PM Faith Formation
11:30 AM Mass (SJP)
6:30 PM Bilingual Music
3:00 PM TAIZE Prayer
Meeting
7:00 PM Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30 PM Parish Mission
Sunday
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4:00 PM Penance (SJP)
5:00 PM Mass (SJP)
7:00 PM Misa Hispana
10:30 AM Choir Rehearsal
for Holy Week
21
4:00 PM Penance (SJP)
5:00 PM Mass (SJP)
7:00 PM Misa Hispana
14
4:00 PM Penance (SJP)
5:00 PM Mass (SJP)
7:00 PM Misa Hispana
Good Friday
4
Passover
Office Closed
Office Closed
9:00 AM Morning Prayer
9:00 AM Morning Prayer
10:00 AM Indoor Stations
12:00 PM Outdoor Stations
3:00 PM Liturgy of the Passion 7:00 PM No Misa Hispana
7:00 PM Liturgia de la Pasión 8:00 PM Vigil Mass
3
Sa
10:30 AM Choir Rehearsal
for Holy Week
7
Saturday
4:00 PM Penance (SJP)
7:00 PM Via Crucis
5:00 PM Blessing of the
7:00 PM Palm Cross Making
Palms & Mass (SJP)
at the Center
7:00 PM Misa Hispana
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
8:30 AM Stations of the Cross
27
7:00 PM Via Crucis
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
8:30 AM Stations of the Cross
20
7:00 PM Via Crucis
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
8:30 AM Stations of the Cross
13
7:00 PM Via-Crucis
8:00 AM Mass (SJP)
8:30 AM Stations of the Cross
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