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The Pari sh <strong>of</strong><strong>St</strong> . Agn es Ca<strong>the</strong>dral29 Quealy Place Rockville Centre New York 11570-4021E Mail:parish<strong>of</strong>fice@stagnesca<strong>the</strong>dral.org 516-766-0205 Fax 516-763-0745 Website: http://www.<strong>St</strong><strong>Agnes</strong>Ca<strong>the</strong>dral.orgRev. Msgr. William E. Koenig, RectorRt. Rev. Msgr. James P. Kelly, Rector Emeritus, In ResidenceRev. Ryan Creamer, Associate PastorRev. Adrian McHugh, Associate PastorRev. German Villabon, O.S.A., Associate PastorRev. Msgr. Andrzej Zglejszewski, In ResidenceDeacon Thomas McDaidDeacon Donald <strong>St</strong>ammMost Rev. William F. Murphy, S.T.D., Diocesan BishopPastoral <strong>St</strong>affSr. Kathleen Carlin, O.P., Co-Principal, <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> SchoolHelen Newman, Co-Principal, <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> SchoolDr. Jo-Ann Metzdorff, Religious Ed. DirectorSr. Helen Byrne, CSJ., Pastoral AssociateSr. Kathleen P. Murphy, O.P., Pastoral AssociateSr. Gena Travers, O.P., Pastoral AssociateMichael Bower, Co-Director <strong>of</strong> MusicMichael Wustrow, Co-Director <strong>of</strong> MusicHarry Larson, Business ManagerPhilip F. Malloy, Jr., Youth MinistryRev. German Villabon, O.S.A, Comunidad HispanaWe, <strong>the</strong> parish <strong>of</strong> Saint <strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral, a community <strong>of</strong> believers,proclaim <strong>the</strong> presence <strong>of</strong> Christ in <strong>the</strong> world through Word, Sacramentand deeds. Affirming <strong>the</strong> sanctity <strong>of</strong> each person, we minister to all bycommitting ourselves to renewal, formation and living <strong>the</strong> Gospel.(Mission <strong>St</strong>atement <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Parish</strong> <strong>of</strong> Saint <strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral)


Page 2 SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTERSchedule <strong>of</strong> MassesSaturday Eve5:00 p.m. Ca<strong>the</strong>dral7:30 p.m. Lower Hall7:30p.m. Ca<strong>the</strong>dral (Spanish Mass)Sunday7:00, 8:00, 9:30,10:30 Lower Hall(not celebrated during <strong>the</strong> summer)11:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m.and 5:00 p.m.Weekday6:30, 7:45, 9:00 a.m., 12:10 p.m.(No 12:10 p.m. on Saturday)Monday 7:30 p.m.Eve <strong>of</strong> Holy Day5:00 p.m.Holy DayCheck <strong>the</strong> weekly bulletinContact NumbersRectory Office 766-0205Open Mon. through Fri. 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.(closed for lunch 12:30 -1:30 p.m.)Sat. 8:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m.,Sun. 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Emergencies anytimeElementary School 678-5550Sr. Kathleen Carlin, O.P. Co-PrincipalMs. Helen Newman, Co-PrincipalReligious Education 678-2306Dr. Jo-Ann MetzdorffAdult Formation 766-0931Sr. Helen Byrne, CSJService Center/Outreach 678-1854Sr. Kathleen P. Murphy, O.P.Social Ministry/Bereavement 766-3516Sr. Gena Travers, O.P.Music Office 764-9578Michael Bower, Co-DirectorMichael Wustrow, Co-DirectorYouth Ministry 766-0205Philip MalloyComunidad Hispana 766-0205Rev. German Villabon, O.S.A.Business Office 766-0205Harry Larson, ManagerSacramentsConfessionsSaturday, Eve <strong>of</strong> Holy Day, and Eve <strong>of</strong> First Friday4:00 to 4:45 p.m.Monday Evening following 7:30 p.m. Mass.Wednesday Morning following 7:45 a.m. Mass and <strong>the</strong>12:10 p.m. Mass.Baptism2nd and 4th Sunday <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> month at 1:45 p.m. ContactSr. Helen Byrne (766-0931) to arrange for interview,ceremony and registration for required BaptismPreparation Class.MarriageArrangements should be made at least 12 months inadvance and prior to making reception plans. Call <strong>the</strong>Rectory for appointment with priest or deacon you wish towitness your wedding. All couples are required to attendPre-Cana.Pastoral Care <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> SickPriests and Extraordinary Ministers <strong>of</strong> Communion areavailable to bring Holy Communion to parishionersconfined to home. Please call <strong>the</strong> Rectory to makearrangements. Those who are seriously ill should request apriest for Anointing <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Sick. The Anointing <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Sickis celebrated each Monday morning during <strong>the</strong> 9:00 a.m.Mass. If you would like to be anointed, please sit in <strong>the</strong> firstrow <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> pulpit transept.On Becoming A CatholicThose seeking information about <strong>the</strong> Catholic Faith are invited to contact Dr. Jo-Ann Metzdorff (678-2306) concerning <strong>the</strong>Rite <strong>of</strong> Christian Initiation <strong>of</strong> Adults (RCIA).


Masses For The WeekMonday, <strong>May</strong> 6 Easter WeekdayActs 16:11-15, Jn 15:26—16:4a (291)6:30 Linda Ann Kress7:45 Arturo Manzo9:00 Willie Rotondi12:10 Hugh MacDonald7:30 For <strong>the</strong> families who have lost a child during<strong>the</strong> early stages <strong>of</strong> life.Tuesday, <strong>May</strong> 7 Easter WeekdayActs 16:22-34, Jn 16:5-11 (292)6:30 Mary, Ralph, Patricia and John <strong>St</strong>earns7:45 Dominic <strong>St</strong>arsia9:00 Tricia Suglia12:10 Robert Hennig, Jr.Wednesday, <strong>May</strong> 8 Easter WeekdayActs 17: 15, 22—18:1, Jn 16:12-15 (293)6:30 Ruth and August DiSomma7:45 Mary and Joseph Davey9:00 Marco Mauro12:10 Thanksgiving to <strong>St</strong>. HelenVIGIL5:00 Jack, Elizabeth, Jackie, Tommy &Dec’d mbrs <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Reynolds &Murphy Fam7:30 Sp Special IntentionThursday, <strong>May</strong> 9 The Ascension <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> LordActs 1:1-11/Eph 1:17-23; Lk 24: 46-536:30 Msgr. Edward L. Melton7:45 Robert Schiller9:00 <strong>Parish</strong>ioners <strong>of</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral10:30 Mary Corrigan and Dec’d mbs <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>Corrigan Family12:10 Jean Pritch—2nd Anniversary7:30 Robert MutoFriday, <strong>May</strong> 10 <strong>St</strong>. Damien de Veuster, priestActs 18:9-18, Jn 16:20-23 (295)6:30 Tana and Jesse Carbone7:45 John P. O’Malley9:00 The Armstrong and Bingham Families12:10 George Weber, Sr.Saturday, <strong>May</strong> 11 Easter WeekdayActs 18:23-28, Jn 16:23b-28 (296)6:30 Dec’d mbrs <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Kelleher & Schulken Fam7:45 Kevin Cullen9:00 Special intention5:00 Josephine D. Conte, Liz O’Connell, CarolIppolito, Barbara Caslow, Hugh MacDonald,Maureen Quinn7:30 C Elma Burgos7:3LH Mercedes &Pedro Segarra, Evelyn PalumboSunday, <strong>May</strong> 12 Seventh Sunday <strong>of</strong> EasterActs7:55-60, Rv 22:12-14, 16-17, 20, Jn 17:20-26 (61)7:00 <strong>Parish</strong>ioners <strong>of</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral8:00 Mo<strong>the</strong>r’s Day Novena9:30 Jean Sciortino10:30 LH Maureen Gillespie11:00 Angela Amato12:30 Marion Jaeger, Mario & Nicola Tutino, AntonioDel Bono, Guiseppe & Rosalia DiPrima, AidaChibbaro, Joan Fredella, Anne Sullivan, JackWhite, Gaetana Carbone5:00 Margaret MatuozziMAY 5, <strong>2013</strong> Page 3Please PrayFor The Dearly DepartedCharles E. McCarthy, John KlumFor The Sick Melanie Exler, Douglas Gonzalez, <strong>Agnes</strong>Jannsen, Charlotte Giannetta, Elizabeth Tebus, MaryRagonese, Anne Masso, Mary Beth Olson, Joan Anderer,Cheryl Elkind, Daniel & David Barrere, Robert Brolley,Tom Mahler, Ed Davis, Gene McCarthy, Sr., Vina Alloca,Kimberly C<strong>of</strong>fener, Belinda Murell, Joan Aniano, LauraAquino, Jill Blum, Courtney Boehme, Toddler ValentinaBravin, Kathleen Burns, Joan Burkert, Lina Camilleri,Patrick Cashin, Hugh Cassidy, Patricia Cilento, EleanorCobb, Cindy Coleman, Colleen Costello, Kathy Cusimano,Jimmy Cummings, Susan DeMattia, Hugh Dennehy,Myrtle Desmone, Gregory Donegal, Patricia Donegal,Toddler Anthony Gale, Shayla Garrett, Sal Giallombardo,Anthony Gigantiello, Terry Giovaniello, Shelby LynnHallmann, Eleanor Herbert, Marie Herbert, RosemaryHerrera, Bessie Jackman, Carolyn Kanter, Jimmy Kerrigan,Gary Koehler, Helen Kolor, Susan Kowalski, Ellie Krutt,Burt Lance, William Leahy, Zellin Lowe, Mimi Madero,Arthur Makarius, Jack Maloney, Roberta Meissan, KevinMcDermott, Donna Mullen, James P. Murray, KathleenNilan, Michael Nuzzi, Anne O’Brien, Neil O’Brien, RobertO’Brien, Nicole O’Neal, James Otto, Rose Paolino, PattiJean Pasquino, Thora Petzold, <strong>St</strong>eve Pickney, Pepe Portela,Elyse Rosenberg, Baby Ella Savarese, Shannon Schmidt,Kristen Serafin, Paul Serino, Victoria Scarantino, LisaPelrine-Shulman, Maureen Sichenzia, Christopher <strong>St</strong>ock,Jonathan <strong>St</strong>uart, Rosemary Summers, Kim Tersigni, RobertaTheissen, Josephine Tony, George Torez, Chad Tremblay,Clinton West, Barbara WrightNames for <strong>the</strong> bulletin will remain for three consecutive weeksunless <strong>the</strong> rectory is notified.Wine & HostsIn Loving Memory <strong>of</strong>Elizabeth (Beth) LoglerRose For LifeIn Loving Memory <strong>of</strong>Marie Weber with <strong>the</strong>sympathy <strong>of</strong>Robert & Carmen BretscherNovena to Our Lady <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Miraculous MedalMonday - after 9:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. MassesRosaryAfter <strong>the</strong> 9:00 a.m. Mass each Monday through Saturdayin <strong>the</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral except on First Saturday when it isrecited at 8:30 a.m. All are welcome.Adoration <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Blessed SacramentYou are invited to join us each Friday for some quietreflection and prayer in <strong>the</strong> Holy Cross Chapel following<strong>the</strong> 9:00 a.m. Mass concluding with Benediction at 3:00p.m.


Page 4<strong>St</strong>ewardship a Way <strong>of</strong> LifeThis Week’s ReadingsToday’s reading from Revelation <strong>of</strong>fers a vision <strong>of</strong>The City <strong>of</strong> God, <strong>the</strong> new Jerusalem. The bishops’pastoral on stewardship reminds us, “that life to come”is in continuity with this present life through <strong>the</strong>human goods, <strong>the</strong> worthy human purposes, whichpeople foster now.”Living <strong>St</strong>ewardshipWe are grateful this week for all stewards in our parishwho assist o<strong>the</strong>rs in deepening <strong>the</strong>ir relationship withChrist through evangelization, catechesis and ongoingformation.Sharing One’s Material Resourcesin <strong>the</strong> <strong>Parish</strong>SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTERFrom <strong>the</strong> RectorDear <strong>Parish</strong>ioners:As you may have noticed, we recently had <strong>the</strong> fire lanestriping redone in <strong>the</strong> areas behind <strong>the</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral andnext to <strong>the</strong> Msgr. Kelly <strong>Parish</strong> Center. Over <strong>the</strong> years,<strong>the</strong> lines had become more and more faint. I have nodoubt that this contributed to more and more peopleusing this area to park <strong>the</strong>ir cars. While this may beconvenient, however, it is something that <strong>the</strong> FireDepartment has told us presents a dangerous situationins<strong>of</strong>ar as it impedes <strong>the</strong>ir ability, in an emergency, toget <strong>the</strong>ir trucks into this area. They have told us,<strong>the</strong>refore, that we need to enforce <strong>the</strong> “no parkingarea.” As we turn back <strong>the</strong> clock and get back to <strong>the</strong>way that it was when <strong>the</strong> <strong>Parish</strong> Center was first built, Iask you to please only use <strong>the</strong> areas designated asparking areas. I thank you for your understanding <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> situation.In <strong>the</strong> Peace and Love <strong>of</strong> Christ,Fr. BillHoly Day ScheduleThursday, <strong>May</strong> 9th, is Ascension Thursday, a HolyDay <strong>of</strong> Obligation. Our Mass schedule is as follows:Wednesday, <strong>May</strong> 8th Vigil Mass 5:00 p.m.Spanish Mass 7:30 p.m.Thursday, <strong>May</strong> 9th 6:30, 7:45, 9:00, 10:30 a.m.,12:10 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> OutreachOur food pantry is in need <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>following items: rice, tuna fish,peanut butter and jelly, Goya Beans,marinara sauce, pork and beans, andcereal.Your consideration <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> donation <strong>of</strong> any <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>seitems is greatly appreciated.Love,Flower Sale for BirthrightThe annual Mo<strong>the</strong>r's Day Flower Sale forBirthright will be held on Saturday, <strong>May</strong> 11thand Sunday, <strong>May</strong> 12th after allMasses. Carnations are $1 and all proceeds go toBirthright. Anyone interested in helping, please call764-1159. Confirmation candidates are welcome.Thank you.Mo<strong>the</strong>r’s Day—<strong>May</strong> 12, <strong>2013</strong>If you would like to remember your mo<strong>the</strong>r, living ordeceased, in our Mo<strong>the</strong>r’s Day Novena <strong>of</strong> Masses,cards and envelopes for those enrolled are available at<strong>the</strong> doors <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral. Please return <strong>the</strong> intentionsas soon as possible. Thank you.Sr. Kathleen


MAY 5, <strong>2013</strong>Page 5<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral SchoolAll adult parishioners may vote in <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong>School Board Elections being held now. Please pickup your ballot at <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> School reception desk.Return all ballots by <strong>May</strong> 15th.Special Mass for Families whoHave Lost a ChildDuring <strong>the</strong> Early <strong>St</strong>ages <strong>of</strong> LifeOn Monday, <strong>May</strong> 6th <strong>the</strong>re will be a special intentionat <strong>the</strong> 7:30 p.m. Mass at <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> for all babies whohave died before birth or in <strong>the</strong> early stages <strong>of</strong> life.Sometimes a lifetime is lived in <strong>the</strong> space <strong>of</strong> a singlebreath … a heartbeat. … a few days. No matter howlong your child nestled beneath your heart, its brieflife was no less precious than one whose span ismeasured in years. The pain <strong>of</strong> your loss is no lessreal. <strong>May</strong> your heart find comfort in <strong>the</strong> celebration<strong>of</strong> this Mass. A second Mass will be celebrated onMonday, June 17 at 7:30 p.m.Prayer cards will be available at <strong>the</strong> entrances <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>church to invite you to name your child(ren) and tohave <strong>the</strong> opportunity to have your baby’s nameinscribed in <strong>the</strong> “Book <strong>of</strong> Life” at <strong>the</strong> Church <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>Holy Innocents (128 West 37th <strong>St</strong>reet, NYC). ThisShrine to <strong>the</strong> Unborn containing <strong>the</strong> “Book <strong>of</strong> Life”was blessed by Cardinal O’Connor on December 28,1993.Boys Choir Open HouseMonday, <strong>May</strong> 6, 4:15 - 5:00 PMMusic Room <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Parish</strong> Ministry BuildingOpen to Boys in Grades 2-7Come meet some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> boys in <strong>the</strong> choir, have asnack, and learn more about <strong>the</strong> group. Parents arewelcome too!The choir sings for <strong>the</strong> 11:00 Mass once a month in<strong>the</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral and has special events like singing inEurope, Christmas concerts, and National An<strong>the</strong>m,Citifield. Any questions, call Mr. Bower at 764-9578,ext. 203Religious EducationReligious Education classes have ended for thisyear. The Religious Education Office remains openfor any business related to religious education.Level 1 registrations have begun. Please register inperson in <strong>the</strong> Religious Education Office. Bring acopy <strong>of</strong> your child’s baptismal certificate. Please registerearly and get <strong>the</strong> word out to your friends who mayhave children entering 1 st grade.Current Level 1 parents are reminded that workbookswere due last week. Make sure your child’s full nameis written on <strong>the</strong> inside cover or on first page. Drop<strong>the</strong>m <strong>of</strong>f in <strong>the</strong> Religious Education <strong>of</strong>fice.Level 7 essays were also due last week. Please e-mail<strong>the</strong>m to religioused@stagnesca<strong>the</strong>dral.org or drop<strong>the</strong>m <strong>of</strong>f at <strong>the</strong> Religious Ed. <strong>of</strong>fice.Catechists are reminded to return your CatechistGuide book and attendance record to <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>fice. Alsolet us know if you plan to continue teaching next year.First Holy CommunionWe congratulate all our Level 2 students on receiving<strong>the</strong>ir First Holy Communion over <strong>the</strong> past four weekends.We pray that <strong>the</strong>y will continue to grow in <strong>the</strong>irlove for Christ and will continue to receive Him everyweek at Sunday Mass.Becoming A CatholicHave you or someone you know thought about beingbaptized a Catholic? Have you been baptized in ano<strong>the</strong>rfaith tradition but now want to become Catholic?Are you a baptized Catholic who has never had anyreligious education or has not received Confirmationand First Eucharist? If you answered yes to any <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong>se questions <strong>the</strong>n <strong>the</strong> Rite <strong>of</strong> Christian Initiation(RCIA for short) is for you. Join us on Sunday <strong>May</strong>19 th at 12 noon in <strong>the</strong> Ministry Building Youth Room(second floor) to find out about our RCIA process.Call <strong>the</strong> Religious Education <strong>of</strong>fice (678-2306)for more information.Altar Server MinistryAltar Server training will take place with Fr. Adrian in<strong>the</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral at <strong>the</strong> end <strong>of</strong> <strong>May</strong> for all students attendingschools o<strong>the</strong>r than <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Elementary. <strong>St</strong>udents5 th grade and up are eligible to train for this ministry.You only need to attend one, hour and one-halfclass from 4:00P.M. to 5:30P.M. this spring. To registerfor one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> training sessions, call <strong>the</strong> ReligiousEducation <strong>of</strong>fice at 678-2306 as soon as possible.


Page 6SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTERMary's Day CelebrationSaturday, <strong>May</strong> 11, <strong>2013</strong>All are invited to celebrate <strong>the</strong> 9:00 a.m.. Mass at <strong>St</strong>.<strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral followed by breakfast at 10:30 a.m.at Frank's <strong>St</strong>eaks, RVC. Cost is $40 for adults, $25for seniors and $20 for children. For reservations andfur<strong>the</strong>r information, please contact Nancy Lindsay <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> Rosary Altar Society at 516-378-0677, or MichelePalmer <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Mo<strong>the</strong>r's Club atMKM1223@verizon.netOpening 2014 Mass BookMass Intentions for 2014 may be arranged onWednesday, <strong>May</strong> 22, <strong>2013</strong> from 9:30 a.m. until1:00 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Music Room <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Parish</strong>Ministry Building. At this time up to three (3)Masses may be arranged. Since <strong>the</strong> value <strong>of</strong> eachMass is infinite, we ask that intentions be combinedfor members <strong>of</strong> one family whenever possible. The<strong>of</strong>fering for Mass is $20.Requests for Wine and Hosts, Altar Flowers, as wellas Rose for Life for <strong>the</strong> year 2014 may also bearranged at this time.PLEASE NOTE: The 2014 Mass book will beavailable at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, <strong>May</strong> 23rd in<strong>the</strong> Rectory Office. We appreciate your patience andcooperation at this time.<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Knights <strong>of</strong> ColumbusThe Vocation Committee <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Council <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> Knights <strong>of</strong> Columbus is conducting its annual50/50 Vocations Raffle for <strong>the</strong> benefit <strong>of</strong> its “adopted”seminarian, Christopher Mirabal. Christopher iscurrently in “third <strong>the</strong>ology” and next year he will beentering <strong>the</strong> fourth anf final year <strong>of</strong> his priestlyformation at <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>. Joseph Seminary.As in <strong>the</strong> past, <strong>the</strong> proceeds <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> raffle are dividedequally between three raffle winners and <strong>the</strong> balancegoes directly to <strong>the</strong> seminarian to defray some <strong>of</strong> hispersonal expenses while at <strong>the</strong> seminary. Raffletickets are $10 apiece. An entire booklet is $100.Tickets can be obtained by calling Peter Dordal at 764-8680 or writing to 109 Oxford Rd., Rockville Centre,NY 11570.Please help <strong>the</strong> Knights in this noblest <strong>of</strong> causes. Thisour 25th year <strong>of</strong> supporting young men in <strong>the</strong>irformation <strong>of</strong> Priests <strong>of</strong> Jesus Christ.The Cookbooks Are Here!The <strong>St</strong>,. <strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral Cookbook , “KitchenMaster Pieces,” will be available for purchase after allMasses this weekend. It is a perfect Mo<strong>the</strong>r’s Daygift for yourself or anyone on your list.Some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> selections include: gluten free and lowsodium recipes. There are useful hints for measuring,quick fixes for mistakes and storing your preparedmeals. The purchase price <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> book is $15.Proceeds will go toward <strong>the</strong> planned music “Tour <strong>of</strong>Ireland” in 2015 featuring <strong>the</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral Choral.Electronic Giving throughFaith DirectWorking on your spring cleaning list? Add eGivingthrough Faith Direct. Faith Direct is <strong>the</strong> easiest wayto be sure that your gift <strong>of</strong> treasure reaches us, evenwhen you can't be with us at Mass. Once you haveenrolled, you can relax knowing that <strong>Parish</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>St</strong>.<strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral will continue to receive your giftsthroughout <strong>the</strong> year. Please consider enrolling beforeyou leave for vacation.Enrollment forms are available in <strong>the</strong> church <strong>of</strong>fice oryou can visit Faith Direct's secure web site atwww.faithdirect.net to enroll online. Our parish codeis: NY239.As always, know that your generosity is truly a giftfrom God.Fall Back in LoveCelebrate your marriage and your love byexperiencing a Worldside Marriage EncounterWeekend. Make your good marriage truly great. Thenext upcoming weekend is <strong>May</strong> 17th—<strong>May</strong> 19th.Registration is limited. For more information or toapply call 1 877 697-9963. Please visit our localwebside at http:/www.wwmeil.org for more details.The L.I. Volunteer CenterThe Volunteer Center will be distributing new andgently used dresses, accessories and shoes free <strong>of</strong>charge to high school students <strong>of</strong> families unable toabsorb <strong>the</strong> expense <strong>of</strong> a new gown for prom orgraduation. The event will be held at <strong>the</strong> HagedornFamily Resource Center located at 120 Greenwich<strong>St</strong>., Hempstead on Saturday, <strong>May</strong> 11th from 3:30 to7:30 p.m. To attend reservations are a must. Call 564-5482. To donate call 654-5482.


MAY 5, <strong>2013</strong>Page 7<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Mo<strong>the</strong>rs’ Club<strong>2013</strong> TWILIGHT HOUSE TOURJoin us for a tour <strong>of</strong> some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> beautiful homes<strong>of</strong> Rockville Centre.Don’t miss this chance to enjoy alovely Spring night out with friends!Friday, <strong>May</strong> 17 th5:30-8:30pmAdvanced tickets may be purchased starting<strong>May</strong> 1, <strong>2013</strong>for $30 each atThe Garden Gate and Jeannine’s BoutiqueTickets can also be purchased on <strong>the</strong> evening <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> tour at 160 Hempstead Ave. for $35Questions?Contact Mary Ellen at 594-1357 OR Janet 678-7092


Page 8SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTERLiving <strong>the</strong> Eucharist – Lent <strong>2013</strong>Small Group Participants Satisfaction SurveyDuring Lent, approximately 250 people met weekly in small groups, participating in <strong>the</strong> Living TheEucharist program. At <strong>the</strong> last session, <strong>the</strong> participants were asked to complete a survey about <strong>the</strong> 6 weekLenten program. Here is a summary <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> key results:● 91% agreed that <strong>the</strong>y had a better understanding <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Eucharist● 90% agreed that <strong>the</strong>y now participate more fully in <strong>the</strong> Mass because <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> program● 94% agreed that <strong>the</strong>y are now more committed to live as a disciple <strong>of</strong> Jesus each day● 100% <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> participants rated <strong>the</strong> program from Good to ExcellentWhen asked what <strong>the</strong>y felt was <strong>the</strong> most valuable part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> program, <strong>the</strong> 6 most popular answers were:● Sharing <strong>the</strong> faith with o<strong>the</strong>r like-minded Catholics● The Group Leaders enhanced <strong>the</strong> program and made it special for all● Incredible sense <strong>of</strong> community; meeting o<strong>the</strong>r parishioners that would not havehappened if not a part <strong>of</strong> this program● Having a better understanding <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Eucharist● Better focus on <strong>the</strong> Mass and <strong>the</strong> Scriptures● Listening, sharing, and praying in an intimate settingThe Living <strong>the</strong> Eucharist Committee would like to sincerely thank those parishioners who acted as smallgroup leaders during our Lenten program and all those who participated in <strong>the</strong> program as a member <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> small groups, as families, in <strong>the</strong> teen program, by reading <strong>the</strong> Exodus to Easter booklet and/or prayingfor <strong>the</strong> success <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> program. From <strong>the</strong> overwhelming positive responses received to <strong>the</strong> survey, <strong>the</strong>reis great hope that more people will be attracted to <strong>the</strong> next year’s program.On Thursday evening, <strong>May</strong> 23 rd , <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> will be holding a <strong>Parish</strong> Retreat in <strong>the</strong> <strong>Parish</strong> Center for allparishioners. Please see <strong>the</strong> flyer in this week’s bulletin for details.


MAY 5, <strong>2013</strong>Page 9Living <strong>the</strong> Eucharist<strong>Parish</strong> RetreatOn Thursday, <strong>May</strong> 23 rd , <strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> will be holding a <strong>Parish</strong> Retreat in<strong>the</strong> Msgr. Kelly <strong>Parish</strong> Center. The Retreat will focus on <strong>the</strong>Eucharist as a follow-up to our Lenten Living <strong>the</strong> Eucharist program.We invite all parishioners to attend. The Retreat will begin at 6:30p.m. with a light supper followed by a short video on <strong>the</strong> Eucharist, atalk by Msgr. Andrzej and group discussions. The Retreat will end at9:00 p.m. with Benediction in <strong>the</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral. We request that thoseparishioners who plan to attend fill out <strong>the</strong> bottom <strong>of</strong> this page andreturn it to <strong>the</strong> Rectory no later than <strong>May</strong> 17 th .----------------------------------------------------------------------— - - - - - -Yes, I will attend <strong>the</strong> <strong>Parish</strong> Retreat on <strong>May</strong> 23 rdName:___________________________________________________Phone:________________________PLEASE DROP THIS FORM IN THE COLLECTION BASKET OR RETURN TO THE RECTORY BY MAY 17 TH .


Page 10Banns <strong>of</strong> MarriageSIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTERSpecial PrayersIYomaira BaezLuis TavarasJanice DesirLeslie JasminMeghan KellyMichael GuglielmoColleen HintonThomas PufahlIIKristin LaCasseKevin GerardIIIAntonia ScarpaciJoseph BarbuscoCaitlin O’ReillyJames Fallon<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dralQueen <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Most HolyRosary, Roosevelt, NY<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral<strong>St</strong>. Ca<strong>the</strong>rine <strong>of</strong> SeinnaFranklin Square, NY<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral<strong>St</strong>. Martin <strong>of</strong> ToursAmityville, NY<strong>St</strong>.<strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dralOur Lady <strong>of</strong> Perpetual Help,Lindenhurst, NYOur Lady <strong>of</strong> Perpetual Help,Lindenhurst, NY<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dral<strong>St</strong>. <strong>Agnes</strong> Ca<strong>the</strong>dralMolloy College Dept. <strong>of</strong> AthleticsMolloy College Department <strong>of</strong> Athletics will hold<strong>the</strong>ir annual <strong>2013</strong> Golf Outing on Monday, June 24that <strong>the</strong> Hempstead Golf and Country Club. Forreservations and fur<strong>the</strong>r information contact MolloyDept. <strong>of</strong> Athletics at 256-2207.Gianna Mass for Couples<strong>St</strong>ruggling with InfertilityOn Thursday, <strong>May</strong> 16th at 6:30 p.m. <strong>the</strong> Gianna Masswill be <strong>of</strong>fered at <strong>St</strong>. Ca<strong>the</strong>rine <strong>of</strong> Siena Church, 411E. 68th <strong>St</strong>reet (between York and First Ave.) inManhattan for <strong>the</strong> intentions <strong>of</strong> those struggling withinfertility and pregnancy-related difficulties. Time forveneration <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> relics <strong>of</strong> <strong>St</strong>. Gianna will be madeavailable. A light wine and cheese reception willfollow at which Dr. Anne Nolte from <strong>the</strong> GiannaCenter will be on hand to speak with anyone who isinterested. All are invited to attend. For moreinformation contact <strong>the</strong> Diocese <strong>of</strong> Rockville CentreRespect Life Office at 678-58— ext.626.Maj. Thomas J. Barrett, U.S. Army<strong>St</strong>f. Sgt. Jeremiah Brennan, U.S. ArmyLt. Scott Kiley Childers, U.S. NavyLCDR Richard Childers, M.D. U.S. NavyLt. Greg Crescenzo, U . S. NavySpc. Michael J. Cronin, U.S. ArmyAirman Michael Cummo, U.S. NavyDaniel Fels, U.S. Army, Military Police2nd Lt. Charles Flanagan, U. S. ArmyA.M.T 3, Kyle Forster, U.S. Coast GuardCapt. Brian Gallagher, U.S. Army 82nd AirborneLt. Maura C. Garrity, U.S. NavyCapt <strong>St</strong>even Hampson, U.S. ArmyCapt. Cody Hardenburgh USMCLt. Ryan Harmon, US Army2nd Class Petty Officer, Robert Hock, U.S. Navy1st Lt. Tynika Holland, U.S. Army1st Lt. Edmund J. Horace, USMCMajor Philip F. Johndrow, U.S. ArmyOlan M. Johnson, Dept. <strong>of</strong> DefenseCapt. Josef Kaplan, U.S. ArmyLt. Justin L. Krol, U.S. NavyLance Corporal Jason Maccaron, USMCS N Mat<strong>the</strong>w T. Mallay, U.S. NavyCpl James Thomas Maroney, USMCSpc Sean Meehan, U.S. ArmySgt. Joseph Meyer, U.S. ArmyMaj. Christopher V. Meyers, USMCMaj. Gregory John Mueller, USMC (Reserve)Lance Corporal Alan J. Murphy, USMCBattle Capt. J. C. Nuccio, U. S. Army<strong>St</strong>ephan O’Connor, E-5, U.S. NavyMat<strong>the</strong>w Pacheco, U.S. ArmyLance Corporal Eric Roehrig, USMCCol. Mark P. Rowan, USAFPvt. Kevin Shaw, U.S. ArmyDaniel A. <strong>St</strong>affa, U.S. NavyThomas Sullivan, U. S. ArmyRobert C. Tempesta, Master at Arms, 1st Class US NavyPFC Derick Thomas, USMCDennis Vanella, U.S. Army SPCPFC Ian Zettervall, U.S. ArmyPrayer for our TroopsLord, hold our troops in your loving hands.Protect <strong>the</strong>m as <strong>the</strong>y protect us.Bless <strong>the</strong>m and <strong>the</strong>ir familiesfor <strong>the</strong> selfless acts <strong>the</strong>y performfor us in our time <strong>of</strong> need.And give us peace.I ask this in <strong>the</strong> name <strong>of</strong> Jesus,Our Lord and Savior. AmenKindly call <strong>the</strong> Rectory Office at 766-0205 if you know <strong>of</strong>anyone that is on this list and has returned home. Thankyou


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