The Parish of - St. Raymond - East Rockaway NY

MassesSaturday EveSundayDailySaturday5:00PM7:30, 9:00, 10:30AM,12Noon and 4:30PM7:15, 8:45 AM8:45 AMPastoral TeamPastorFather Chuck RomanoPastor EmeritusMsgr. William V. Singleton (1924-2012 RIP)Associate PastorFather Frank EiseleFather James IsabakakiDeaconsDeacon Robert C. Campbell, OFSDeacon Thomas Wm. Connolly, T.O CarmDeacon Guy Donza, RetiredDeacon Thomas J. Malone Jr.Pastoral Associate, Youth &Parish Social MinistryDeacon Richard W. LaRossa, S.F.D.School PrincipalSr. Ruthanne Gypalo, I.H.M.Director of Religious EducationMrs. Evelyn ContaldiBusiness ManagerThomas J. DonovanSouth Nassau Hospital ChaplainFather Anthony Chido OsuagwuParish StaffMusic MinistryLaura GarbitelliHand Bell ChoirSe-beng KohPlant ManagerSteve BennettParish SecretaryJustine LewisBulletin EditorPauline BirminghamFolk GroupRob DrummondThe Parish ofSt. RaymondA Eucharistic Community ofFaith, Love and FriendshipSunday, June 23, 2013263 Atlantic Avenue, East Rockaway, NY 11518 516-593-5000And he said tothem,L uke 9:20June 23, 2013Twelfth Sundayin Ordinary Time

Welcome To Our Parish Family!Not registered? Please stop by our rectory duringoffice hours and we will be happy to include you inour parish family.RectoryOffice Hours are Monday—Friday from 9:00am - 5:00pm.Please call ahead for an appointment.Telephone NumbersRectory………………………………………...…...593-5000Rectory Fax…… ……………………………...…..887-0554St. Raymond School………………………….…...593-9010St. Raymond School Fax……………………..…..593-0986Religious Education Office……….……………....593-9075Religious Education Office Fax….……………….593-1156Parish Social Ministry…………….…..……….…..887-9197Parish Social Ministry Fax……….…..……….…..593-6278Web Site: www.SaintRaymonds.orgE-Mail:StRayRcc@optonline.netPastoral Care Of The SickHoly Communion— Available to the homebound.DevotionsAdoration of the Blessed SacramentThursdays from 1:00-4:00pm in Our Lady’s Chapel.Nocturnal AdorationFirst Fridays from 8:00-9:00pm.Miraculous Medal NovenaSaturdays following 8:45am Mass.ConfessionsSaturdays from 3:30-4:30pm, or by appointment.BaptismsBaptisms are celebrated the 2nd and 4th Sundays ofthe month. Please call the Rectory for an appointment.Bereavement Support GroupCall the rectory office for meeting times.MarriagesEngaged couples are encouraged to call the Rectory ayear in advance of their wedding date to assureadequate time to participate in preparation programs forthe Sacrament of Marriage.Prayer GroupsCharismatic Prayer Group: Every Tuesday at 7:30pmin the rectory basement meeting room (MWMR).Men’s Prayer Group: Every 4th Friday at 8:00pm inOur Lady’s Chapel.Music MinistriesChildren’s Choir: Sings at the 9:00 Mass on the 3rdSunday of the month from September—June, and meetsfor practice every Tuesday at 5:00pm in the schoolauditorium.Choir (Adult): Sings at 10:30am Mass on Sundays fromSeptember—June, and meets for practice onWednesday evenings at 7:30pm in the church.Folk Group: Sings at 12 Noon Mass on Sundays fromSeptember—June, and meets for practice onWednesday evenings at 7:30pm in the rectory basement.Hand Bell Choir: Plays at the 5:pm Mass on the 4thSaturday of the month from September—June. Meets forPractice on Thursday evenings at 7:30 in the church.Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)Interested in becoming a Catholic or an adult Catholicseeking Eucharist or Confirmation? Call the rectory andask for Deacon Rich LaRossa.This Week In Our ParishTUESDAY, June 25th5:00pm—Children’s ChoirChurch7:30pm—Charismatic Prayer Group MWMRWEDNESDAY, June 26th7:30pm—Families AnonymousCafeteria7:30pm—Folk Group PracticeMWMR7:30pm—Choir PracticeChurchTHURSDAY, June 27th9:30am—Bible Sharing GroupMWMR7:30pm—Bell ChoirChurchFRIDAY, June 28th6:00pm—Parish Picnic Rectory Back Lawn7:30pm—Boy ScoutsGymSATURDAY, June 29th3:30pm—ConfessionsChurchJune Parish Picks WinnersWe have had our monthlyParish Picks drawing for June andthere is only one more before thesegment begins in August.Watch for a letter and entryform with your envelope mailingcoming soon!1st Place—$1,000#560—Marianne & Thomas Malone2nd Place—$500#344—Marilyn Ventuleth3rd Place—$250#339—Joseph Johnson4th Place—$250#208—Kevin RiceYou’ve got to be in it to win it!Prayer for Those Living Throughthe After-Effects of the StormOh God, Creator of earth and sea and sky,we pray together today for our sisters andbrothers who are living through the after-effectsof this storm. Give them the endurance and strengthand help when needed. We know that you remainwith us In every moment of our lives.Lord, increase our faith now and let it guide us inthese difficult days. Help us focus on what is good inthe human spirit and thank you for all those who havestepped forward to help others. May even this becomea moment of grace for us all. Amen.Saint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 1

Fr. Chuck’s CornerGreetings and God’s blessings be yours on theTwelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time! Today’sreadings have to do with suffering and acceptingthe crosses that come our way in life. In the firstreading from the prophet, Zechariah, he foretellsthe arrival of the Spirit that will change theattitudes of the people from sin and selfishness tobeing more loving and forgiving. “On that daythere shall be open to the house of David and tothe inhabitants of Jerusalem, a fountain to purifyfrom sin and uncleanness.” Then St. Paul inspeaking to the Galatians, claims that distinctionsof people are all united in Christ. “For all of youwho were baptized into Christ have clothedyourself with Christ.” And finally in Luke’sgospel, we are being challenged to deny ourselvesand take up our crosses daily in order to followJesus. “If anyone wishes to come after me, hemust deny himself and take up his cross dailyand follow me.”A question has hung over the world for 20centuries: Who is Jesus? Is he the messiahpromised in the sacred texts of the past? And if sohow are we to understand him? What differencedoes it make if we accept it or not? We reallyshouldn’t be surprised that the identity of Jesus isup for grabs among God-fearing people. So it wasin his time and among his own friends. Even afterall he did and taught, all the miracles and healings;the signs; his disciples fled him after hisResurrection. Among those who accepted Jesusas Lord and Savior there were still sharpdistinctions as to what the consequences of thatfaith might be.St. Paul insisted that faith in Jesus, literallyconfidence in him obliterated three traditionaldistinctions among persons. There were threeblessings: being human, being a man and beingGreek at the time. Paul attacked all three claimingunity “in Christ” confers unity beyond any mortaldivision. This was a thrilling and destabilizingnotion, and it still is. Where we take it in themodern world is another matter. Many would bealarmed at this sort of extreme unity, howeverliberal we might think we are. In Christ are thereProtestants and Catholics? Vatican II cheerleadersand Tridentine loyalists? Are there distinctlyregarded men and women, with male and femalebaptismal opportunities? Even if we get theidentity of Jesus right, do we know where theconsequences may take us?And then there is the matter of “taking up yourcross” as a way of dealing with the daily stressesand burdens of life. But in the scriptural sense itmeans more than having patience. It is reallyabout being willing to make sacrifices to followJesus. He would remind his disciples that to walkwith him would not always be pleasant, somethingthey didn’t always want to hear. His is a way ofsacrifice. So I suggest that before you grab thatcross and try to follow, best to know who you arereally following and placing all your confidencein.The 2013 Fortnight for Freedom began thispast Friday. This coming Wednesday, June 26 thwe will start the Nine Day Novena. Check thebulletin ad for the special Holy Hours we havescheduled as well as other parish and diocesaninformation about the Fortnight.This coming Friday, June 28 th, the Faith andFriendship Ministry will be sponsoring our annualParish Picnic starting at 6:30pm on the GreatLawn behind the rectory. Make plans to join withfriends and fellow parishioners for a good timeunder the stars.This weekend we celebrated the annualsending Mass for those making this year’s MissionAwareness Trip to our sister parish inGuatemala. We will pray for all those making thistrip with Deacon Rich and we look forward tohearing about your experiences in the reflectionsoffered in the bulletin when you return. Vaya conDios!Please remember to take home a copy of thebulletin when you leave Mass today. It containsmany items of interest and invitation, withsomething for everyone. Of additional note isnews and needs from Parish Social Ministry, infofrom Religious Education, how to still be a part ofthe Human Life Committee’s Spiritual AdoptionProgram, the latest 2013 Catholic MinistriesAppeal Update and much more. To keepinformed, keep a copy of the bulletin at home eachweek for quick and easy reference.Have a great week.Smile, share, forgivegenerously and remember: Time is what keepsthings from happening all at once. God blessalways.Father ChuckSaint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 2

PARISH BULLETIN BOARDCatholicSchoolstheGOODNEWSinEducationPrincipal’s CornerHere’s to another year ―under our belts‖ (so to speak!). It has been quite an eventful year withwild and unpredictable weather and activities to match the times. However, we made it throughand have ―stepped up‖ and graduated all of our children to the next level. Now it’s time for alittle ―rest and relaxation‖. That sure doesn’t mean that we forget everything we’ve learned orput God on a back burner! It simply means that the pace slows down a little and we accomplishthings in our own time. Let’s pray that it may be an enjoyable, peaceful summer – with weatherto match!Again the teachers and I would like to thank all the folks whohave been so supportive to the school and our families this year. We are trulygrateful for all that you have done. Please know that we will continue to pray forall of you during the summer. The school office will officially close on June 28 thbut we will regularly check our emails and phone messages. So, if you need toreach us, please use either media and we will get back to you as promptly as wecan. Hope to see you in Church.The May/June issue of“Journey to Our Lady”...is now available in the pamphletrack in the vestibule of the church.YOUth GroupAnother reflection from one of our students whoattended our recent YOUth Group retreat to Graymoorin Garrison, New York ...One thing I felt on theretreat was the presence ofGod. I felt this during the"quite time" when we hadone hour to go anywhere wewanted to just talk to God.I felt God's presence on the top of themountain where you can just look out and seeGod's beautiful creation. This retreat wastruly a great experience and I am lookingforward to going back next year.- Zachary NiederbergerDefensive Driving CourseWhere: St. Raymond School CafeteriaWhen: Saturday, July 6th; 9am-3:30pmCost: $50.For reservations, call Rose Giglioat the school office: 593-9010Is the St. Raymond'sFolk Group for you?The St. Raymond's Folk Group welcomes students ingrades 7 through 12 with a love of singing andcommitment to practice to come join us!The Folk Group practices in the rectory basement at7:30pm on Wednesday evenings and at 11:15am onSunday mornings, in preparation for singing at the 12Noon Sunday Mass. We are in special need ofexperienced piano players.Attention:Godspell Cast Members...Your copy of the script is available at therectory office for those who have not picked it up yet.Coming this Fall 2013…The Light ofthe World SeriesAnyone interested in being part ofthe Light of the World Series,please call Doreen Dolan at 317-0397.Or email Doreen at dcdolan60@aol.comSaint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 3

SAINT RAYMOND SCHOOLGRADUATION awardsCLASS OF 2013Award Sponsor Merited byOutstanding Scholars CYO Casey O’Reilly,Christopher KircherReligion Knights of Columbus Theresa CosciaMathematics Sodality of Our Lady Nicholas CafieroLanguage Arts Holy Name Society Gabriella FlammiaSocial Studies Tito-Volpe-Iannacone William DiMaggioLiterature Tito-Volpe-Iannacone Caitlin MonacoScience Tito-Volpe-Iannacone Grace CantySpanish St. Raymond School Bridget O’ShaughnessyPhysical Education Philip Ryan Memorial Theresa Coscia,Michael NicosiaMusic Band Associates Casey O’Reilly,Gabriella FlammiaArt Band Associates Bridget O’ShaughnessyBand Band Associates Theresa Coscia,Nicholas CafieroCitizenship VFW Christopher Kircher,Lauren AragonaMost Improved Scholastic Average PSA Timothy Lynch,Ashley RecinosCommunity Service Bay Park Civic Association Grace CantyCommunity Involvement E.R. Kiwanis Terrance CaseyMsgr. Walsh Scholarship Sodality of Our Lady Casey O’ReillyMsgr. Singleton Scholarship Sodality of Our Lady Caitlin MonacoOutstanding Junior Sodalist Sodality of Our Lady Sally SormilicMichael Horn Memorial Horn Family & Friends Nicholas Cafiero,Theresa Coscia,Michael Nicosia,Caitlin MonacoMark Dejak Memorial Dejak Family & Friends Jordan Woods, Grace BuckleyWomen in Science St. John’s University Grace Canty, Theresa Coscia,Gabriella Flammia,Caitlin MonacoPresidential Outstanding Academic Excellence AwardNicholas Cafiero,Gabriella Flammia,Christopher Kircher,Casey O’ReillyPresidential Outstanding Academic Achievement AwardLauren Aragona,Grace Canty,Terrance Casey,Theresa Coscia,Caitlin MonacoSaint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 4

PARISH BULLETIN BOARDMission NewsWhat do all these people have in common?Lisa Caltieri, Mary Ann Lynch, JanePariente, John Kuehn, Jimmy Thomas,Vito Passalacqua, Deacon Rich LaRossa,Jorge Cochoy, Sean Cruse, Fr. MikeReider, Alice Glass, Dan Reinhold-Shor,David Lane, John Gavigan, Mike Ferrara,Fr. Tom Candreva, Ryan Grupp, Chris Griffin, BrianArmstrong, Ken LaRossa, Ralph Meyer, Deacon SalLicata, Anne Marie D’Amore, Steven Klein, DanRivenburgh, Sean Lilly, Deacon Tom Connolly,Sharon Grupp, Lisa Weiss, Margred Weiss, FatherFrank Eisele, Corey Eschbach, Deacon ThomasMalone, Diane Page, Frank McQuade, Shannon Sass,Steve Cavanagh, Dave Drlik, Liz Drlik, AnastasiaSchepers, Renier Schepers, Max McQuade, JudeMoraglia, Paul Pettas, Charlie Peknic, Fr. GerryTwomey, Mike Leahy, Mike Murphy, Tara Page,Andrew Pignataro, Brent Thomas, Eric Gomez, YonikGomez, Gavin Sass, Patrick Arnao, James Arnao,Amanda Schepers, Tom Hickey, Ed Corrado, CarloBalbo, Alisha Thompson, Steve Wilhemsen, AndrewLospinuso, Fiorella Talledo, Deacon Sonny Pagnotta,Greg Monaco, Gerard Frusci, & Deacon LouisCosentino, Brendan Dunn, Matt Conetta, RonConetta, Nick Luppino, Denise Rivenburgh, KevinRivenburgh, Barbara Schnaidt, Tom Schnaidt, KarenArnao, Annie Arnao, Tim Arnao, Conor Boyle, GerardoRossini, Lucila Canero, Mary Grupp, Karen Lospinuso,Danielle Thomas, David Hobbs, Sean Hobbs, AnthonyParlotto, Anthony DiCanio, Toni Reiffe, Jeff Reiffe,Deacon Mike Monahan, Sean Patrick Monahan,Terrance Brennan, John McQuade, CatherineCosentino, Liam Turner, Brian Murphy, Neil SchlothJr., Brian DiGregorio, Larry DiGregorio, JeanetteWinter , Colleen Stridel, Teresa Schloth, JonathanSchloth, Danny Kaiser, Brian Kaiser, Ashley Vargas,Arlene Vargas, Tristan Umowski, Joe DiCanio, EdDiCanio, Megan Doyle, Maureen Doyle, JeannetteWinter, Nancy Calabrese, Patrick McCormack.They have all gone on a Mission Awareness trip toGuatemala (some more than one time) andexperienced the goodness of our Mayan brothers andsisters.More of our parishioners will be joining their ranks asthey leave for Guatemala tomorrow: Chris Shaw, EdShaw, Matt Crowe, Lori Rodriguez,Anthony Rodriguez, Anastasia Schepers,Melissa Schepers, Cristian Ramirez, HildaQuinto, Tim Arnao, Matt Canigiani, NeilSchloth Sr., Deacon Lou Cosentino,Cristina Cosentino, Sharon Grupp, SeanGuilz & Deacon Rich LaRossa.The Reproductive Health ActNo! No! No!In his State of the State address,Governor Cuomo announced his supportfor a bill called the “Reproductive HealthAct”. This is an extreme bill, and it wouldgreatly expand abortion in New YorkState.It would declare abortion a“fundamentalright,” and would ensure that abortion islegal through all nine months ofpregnancy, for any reason.It would make prevent any reasonableregulation such as parental notificationor informed consent requirements, orbans on partial birth abortions.It would endanger women by allowingnon-doctors to perform abortions.It could threaten the religious liberty ofreligious hospitals by requiring them tocooperate in abortions.New York State already has far too manyabortions -- over 30% of pregnancies endin abortion, over 111,000 each year. Wedon’t need broader abortion laws. We needour law to respect human life at all stages.And we need to offer New York womenreal alternatives to abortion and providethem with a network of support andresources to enable them to bear theirchildren and raise their families withdignity.Please contact your state legislators tooppose the “Reproductive Health Act” orany other measure designed to expandabortion in New York State. To do so, visitwww.nyscatholic.org and click on "TakeAction".To keep up on the latest information,visit: www.newyorkersforlife.orgSaint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 5

PARISH BULLETIN BOARDStewardship Thought for the Week―Who do you say that I am?‖ Jesus asks Peter intoday’s Gospel. Does my use of the gifts andtalents entrusted to me accurately reflect myanswer to that same question? How willing am I dodeny myself, take up my cross, and follow in Hissteps?Sacrificial Giving:June 16, 2013: $14,090June 17, 2012: $16,394Monthly sharing with:Queen of the Most Holy Rosary in Roosevelt: $50Be a sign ofCHRIST’SPEACEto thosemost in need.Peter’s Pence CollectionNext week our diocese will take upthe Peter’s Pence Collection, whichprovides the Holy Father with the fundshe needs to carry out his mostimportant charitable works.The proceeds benefit the mostdisadvantaged: victims of war,oppression, and natural disasters.Through your generosity, we can castthe peace of Christ upon the world.It is with deep sadness and regretthat we announce to all parishionersof St. Raymond’s that AngeleD’Angelo passed away last week onTuesday, June 11 th . Angele was thewife of Deacon Gregory D’Angelo. They livedhere in East Rockaway for many years whereGregory served the people of St. Raymond’s asdeacon.A Funeral Mass was celebrated for Angele onSaturday, June 15 th at Immaculate ConceptionChurch, Spotswood, NJ. Condolences can be sentto Deacon Gregory D’Angelo at 5 London Drive,Monroe Township, NJ 08831.“Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord, and let perpetuallight shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen. May hersoul and the souls of all the faithful departed through themercy of God, rest in peace. Amen”The Heartof the ParishParish Social Ministry“But who do you say that I am?”Suppose that Jesus asked thatquestion of you. Why, you are JesusChrist, my Lord and my God and….!Oh, no, you are that little child born ofthe Virgin Mary. You are the twelveyearold boy, who thought he was allgrown up and ready to do his father’swork in the temple. You are the youngman, who followed his mother’s wishes at the weddingby changing the water into wine. You are the leaderwho attracted some followers and travelled thecountryside doing good things for all peoples. You arethe Savior who died such an ignominious death on thecross to forgive my sins, all sins. You are the one wholistens to my prayers and answers them in your way,which is always the best way for me. ―But who do yousay that I am?‖Beginning July 5 th , the office of Parish Social Ministry,(the Ryan House) will be CLOSED on MONDAY andFRIDAY for the months of JULY and AUGUST.PANTRY NEEDS: Salad Dressing,Cake Mix and Frosting, Shampoo andConditioner, Small bags of Sugar and Flour,Small Bottles of Oil, Mayo.Pastoral Council…St Joseph CafassoFeast Day, June 23rdJoseph Cafasso patron saint of prisons and prisonchaplains, was born in Piedmont, Italy, of peasantparents. He was a sought-after confessor andspiritual adviser, and ministered to prisoners,working to improve their terrible conditions.He met Don Bosco in 1827 and the two becameclose friends. It was through Joseph'sencouragement that Bosco decided his vocation wasworking with boys. Joseph was his adviser, workedclosely with him in his foundations, and convincedothers to fund and found religious institutes andcharitable organizations.Joseph died on June 23, 1860 at Turinand wascanonized in 1947. St. Joseph Cafasso encourageus to help those in need.Pastoral Council MembersJim Caffrey, Michaelena Cooper, Doreen Dolan(Chairperson), Karen Gonyon, Mary Murphy (Secretary),Tom Schnaidt, Christopher Simeti, Liz Tortorella, IreneVillacci (Vice-Chairperson), Fr. Chuck RomanoSaint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 6

Please pray for our U.S. Service Men & WomenCapt. Kathryn M. Costello, U.S.M.C., Lance Corporal Sean M. Donohue, U.S.M.C.Lt. Gregory Durso, U.S.ARMY, Pvt. Brian Efferen, U.S.M.C.Sgt. John David Efferen, U.S.M.C., Lance Corporal Daniel J. Ferrato, U.S.M.C.LCpl. Yonik Gomez USMC, Michael Gondek, National GuardLance Corporal Dylan J. Hickam, U.S.M.C., Lt. Col. Mary P. King, M.D., U.S.ARMYPFC Brian Lantz, U.S. ARM, Lt.jg Joseph Leahy, U.S.N.Capt. Joseph McQuade, U.S.N., Lance Corporal Alan Murphy, U.S.M.C.Lt. Jake Murphy, U.S.ARMY, Capt. Brian Peterson, USAFCapt. Graham A. Perry, U.S.M.C., 1 ST Lt. Roy Ragusa, Jr., U.S. ARMYLt. Kevin Reilly, U.S. ARMY, Lt. Cmdr. Andrew Schimenti, U.S.N.SO2 Craig T. Smith, USNPlease remember our wounded soldiers as well.To add a name to this list, e-mail: StRayRcc@optonline.net, Att: Bulletin EditorSaint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 7

PARISH BULLETIN BOARDDiocesan Eventsfor theFortnight for FreedomTo open the Fortnight for Freedom in theDiocese of Rockville Centre, Bishop Murphy willcelebrate a special Mass at St. Agnes Cathedral onFriday, June 21 st at 7:30pm.A Religious Liberty Rally will take place atSt. John the Baptist Diocesan High School, WestIslip, on Saturday, June 29 th from 10:00am until1:00pm. The rally will feature many speakers,including Bishop Murphy. Final plans are nowunderway for this event.To close out the fortnight on Thursday, July4 th , auxiliary Bishop Robert Brennan,diocesan vicar general, will celebrate a closingMass at 12:10pm at St. Agnes Cathedral.Through prayer, study and peaceful publicaction during the Fortnight for Freedom,Catholics are urged to remind ourselves andothers throughout the United States about theimportance of preserving the fundamental rightof religious freedom.Prayer for Religious FreedomAlmighty God, Father of all nations, for freedomyou have set us free in Christ Jesus (Gal. 5:1)We praise and bless you for the gift of religiousliberty, the foundation of human rights, justice,and the common good. Grant to our leaders thewisdom to protect and promote our liberties;by your grace may we have the courage to defendthem, for ourselves and for all those who live in thisblessed land. We ask this through the intercessionof Mary Immaculate, our patroness, and in the nameof your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, in the unity ofthe Holy Spirit, with whom you live and reign, oneGod, forever and ever, Amen.St. Raymond Human Life CommitteeFortnight for freedomAs we know, the Department of Health andHuman Services that are in direct conflictwith the Church’s moral teachings. Inaddition, this mandate gives the federalgovernment authority to decide whichinstitutions are ―religious‖ enough to meritprotection of their religious liberty. Catholic institutionssuch as hospitals, schools, colleges, universities,Catholic Charities, adoption agencies, etc., would notfall under the government description of ―religious‖.The United States Bishops have called on all Catholicsto participate in the ―Fortnight for Freedom‖, a twoweek ―great hymn of prayer‖ for our country. Pleaseconsider joining with family and friends in thescheduled prayer gatherings offered at our parish .(Beginning Wednesday, June 26th and concluding onThursday, July 4th.) Remember—the Catholic Churchis not trying to impose our faith and values oneveryone in the United States. No, it’s the federalgovernment that is trying to MANDATE its values, orlack of values, on the Catholic Church and all peopleand institutions that are in sharp moral disagreementwith our government. Heavy monetary fines will beimposed on the Church and institutions that do notconcede to the government’s demands and itsdisregard for our religious freedom.Spiritual Adoption Program Follow-UpFor those who were not able to sign up for theSpiritual Adoption Program last weekend, pledgecards are available on the ledges in back of the lastpew on either side of the aisle of the church. Pleaseplace your signed pledge cards in the boxes provided.Next weekend we will place the signed cards on St.Joseph’s altar; they will remain there until the feast ofSt. Joseph, which is nine month’s from our beginningon Father’s Day. Thank you!Credit Union Supports St. Raymond’s!Oceanside Christopher, the Catholic Credit Union, isa financial cooperative that is owned and operated bythe Catholic community. Each quarter the credit uniondonates a portion of its income from credit and debitcard transactions to St. Raymond. The level ofcontribution is determined by membership from ourparish and by the card activity. If you are not amember you are encouraged to join and help thisongoing donation increase. Visit our branch at 45Atlantic Ave. in Oceanside, or join us online at:www.thecatholiccreditunion.org.Saint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 8

Once again the Catholic Bishops of theUnited States have issued a call for all to pray,fast and give public witness during a second“Fortnight for Freedom.” Like last year it willtake place from June 21 st till July 4 th . Duringthe Nine Day Novena, St. Raymond Parish willhave special prayer gatherings where we cancome together in prayerful solidarity for the cause of religious freedom. In addition we willhave the “Prayer for Religious Liberty” prayed at all Sunday and weekday Masses duringthe fortnight. There will also be special intercessions as well as education and contactinformation for everyone to use in prayer, reflection and witness. Please consider joiningwith family, friends and fellow parishioners during this special “Fortnight for Freedom.”Wednesday, June 26th- Novena Day 1Prayers and intercessions at 7:15 and 8:45am MassesHoly Hour in church from 7:30-8:30pmThursday, June 27 th - Novena Day 2Prayers and intercessions at 7:15 and 8:45am MassesRegular Eucharistic Adoration from 1:00-4:00pm in the churchFriday, June 28 th - Novena Day 3Prayers and intercessions at 7:15 and 8:45am MassesHoly Hour in church from 1:00-2:00pmSaturday, June 29 th - Novena Day 4Prayers and intercessions at 8:45am MassSunday, June 30 th - Novena Day 5, Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary TimePrayers and intercessions at all MassesMonday, July 1 st - Novena Day 6Prayers and intercessions at 7:15 and 8:45am MassesHoly Hour in church 1:00-2:00pmTuesday, July 2 nd - Novena Day 7Prayers and intercessions at 7:15 and 8:45am MassesHoly Hour in church from 7:30-8:30pmWednesday, July 3 rd - Novena Day 8Prayers and intercessions at 7:15 and 8:45am MassesHoly Hour in church from 1-2pmThursday, July 4 th -Novena Day 9Special Independence Day Mass for Freedom at 8:45amEucharistic Adoration from 1:00-4:00pm in the churchSaint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 9

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Catholics for Freedom of ReligionAmerica’s First Freedom:Religious Liberty"The spirit of our age is profoundly secular and secularism accepts religion - if itaccepts it at all - only on its own terms. Under this view, religion is subordinated tothe political interests of the secular state and it is precisely this subordination ofreligion to the state that the First Amendment seeks to prevent." Pope Benedict XVI“Don’t interfere with anything in the Constitution. That must bemaintained, for it is the only safeguard of our liberties.”Abraham Lincoln“If once the people become inattentive to the public affairs,you and I, and Congress and Assemblies, Judges and Governors,shall all become wolves. It seems to be the law of our general nature,in spite of individual exceptions.”Thomas JeffersonPlease rally with fellow Catholics from all over Long Island forReligious Freedom: Our 1 st Amendment Right”, to demonstrate our resolvethat Freedom of Religion will not disappear during our lifetime...that this generationwill stand and take action to preserve that God given freedom for “ages and millionsyet unborn”.Bishop Murphy will be the keynote speaker along with Richard J. J. Sullivan, Jr.President and CEO of Catholic Health Services of Long Island. The four studentwinners of our speech competition will present their speeches, various school musicgroups will perform, and lay leaders of Long Island’s Catholics for Freedom ofReligion chapters will introduce the work in their parishes.The rally is June 29 from 10am -1pm at St John the Baptist High School. Theclosing mass of the Fortnight for Freedom will be celebrated by Bishop RobertBrennan on July 4, at 12:10pm at St Agnes Cathedral.Please RSVP for rally by June 24 to reserve space.No charge for rally. Refreshments provided.email: religiousfreedom@drvc.orgOr call: Ms. Dennicee Spooner 516-678-5800, extension 224“We need to speak frankly with each other whenour freedoms are threatened. Now is such a time....for religious liberty is under attack.”From “Our First, Most Cherished Liberty” by the USCCBSaint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 11

2013 CATHOLIC MINISTRIES APPEAL“Serving God by Serving Others”As we continue the month of June, the 2013 Catholic Ministries Appeal has been in full swing for overthree months. Our challenge is to once again have a successful campaign here at St. Raymond’s. In threemonths we have moved past the halfway mark. While that is good, it is lagging a bit behind the totals for2012 for the same period. The past three years have not been successful ones for our parish and we haveseen our annual rebate shrink from over $10,000 to just $1256 for the 2012 campaign. Our new goal for2013 is $98,500.00 which is a slight increase. The campaign office will be sending periodic mailings,which is the way most of the goal amount is attained. Thanks to those parishioners who have alreadyresponded this year. The rebate formula nets the parish 20% of the goal amount once it has been fully paidand then 50% of any money raised over the goal. Please take time to read the information found in theweekly bulletin and mailings. There are special pledge envelopes on the pew shelves at the front doors ofthe church. You can return them to us or directly back to the appeal office. Either way, St. Raymond’swill get the credit. Let’s give it our best shot and try to get back on the winning track this year.2013 Catholic Ministries Goal$98,500.00Pledge/Gift Total as of 6/12/13$63,246.00Number of Pledges/Gifts293The key to the success of our Catholic Ministries Appeal is participation.Every year, the Catholic Ministries Appeal provides the means to continue the missionthat Christ has entrusted to us: to serve God by serving others.The work of the Catholic Ministries Appeal is evident in our Parishes. At the heart ofliving our faith are the Sacraments. An essential part of the life of the Sacraments is our priestsand deacons. Through the Appeal, we support their prayer lives and education, and thusprovide celebrants for baptisms, First Communion, Confirmations, marriages, and funerals.We also support religious education for children, spiritual and education development forlay leaders and prayer groups and continuing adult faith formation.The work of the Catholic Ministries Appeal is also evident when we care for God’speople who need housing; food and clothing and we are able to provide these services throughCatholic Charities and our Outreach Programs. When we celebrate special needs Masses forchildren and adults in our Diocese; and when our vibrant college campus ministry and youthministry programs encourage our young people to grow rooted in Christ and firm in the faith.My hope is that each family will make a gift. We cannot askeveryone to consider the same size gift, but we ask that your giftreflect how generous God has been to you with His gifts.No gift is too small and all gifts make a difference in the lives of others!Visit www.CatholicMinistriesAppeal.org to make an online donation.Saint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 12

Massesfor this WeekMonday, June 24th The Nativity of7:15 John Pollack St. John the Baptist8:45 Mary McIntyreTuesday, June 25th7:15 Ana Bencivenga8:45 Dominick ConsolazioWednesday, June 26th7:15 Louis Finelli8:45 Michael PirroneThursday, June 27th7:15 Joe Clancy8:45 Frank VisoneFriday, June 28th7:15 Daniel Curran8:45 Michael CaraherSt. CyrilSt. IrenaeusSaturday, June 29th Sts. Peter & Paul8:45 Fred Villacci, Donald Erbia, Anna Simeti,Nina & Angelo Galfano5:00 Margaret PettitSunday, June 30thThirteenth Sunday7:30 Claudia Burzichelli in Ordinary Time9:00 Arthur Leonetti10:30 Santo Barbarino12:00 James M. McCaffrey, Marie Waldon,Michael Pirrone, Edward Raynor,Eileen Seibert, Ray RizzoScripture Readings for the WeekMondayIs 49:1-6; Ps 139:1-3,13-15; Acts 13:22-26;Lk 1:57-66,80TuesdayGn 13:2,5-18; Ps 15:2-5; Mt 7:6,12-14WednesdayGn 15:1-12,17-18; Ps 105:1-9; Mt 7:15-20ThursdayGn 16:1-12,15-16; Ps 106:1-5; Mt 7:21-29FridayGn 17:1,9-10,15-22; Ps 128:1-5; Mt 8:1-4SaturdayActs 12:1-11; Ps 34:2-9; 2 Tm 4:6-8,17-18;Mt 16:13-19Sunday1 Kgs 19:16,19-21; Ps 16:1-2,5,7-11;Gal 5:1,13-18; Lk 9:51-62Please Pray For Our Sick…Aidan Pearsall, Michelina Vito, Janet Kelly,Alana Downey, Brady James Hicks,Andrew Richetti, ―Little‖ Bridget Feminella,Little Matthew Ramos, Lydia Bolton,Andrew Stefanotti, Baby Natalie Cicero,Angela Criscuolo, Nancy Shannon,Margaret Collins, Janice Confoti-Cerra,Patty Cavanagh, Roy Volpe, Nicholas Polo,Michael Reder, Nancy Atteniese Gerber,Raymond Mayle.Rest in PeaceAnna SimetiAngele D'AngeloThe Altar Bread & WineFor this week is in honor of...Charlie & Doreen HenshawWith Love and Prayers from the Ryder Cousins.The Rose for LifeIs in memory of…Mary & Dennis CroweDonated by Thomas Crowe.Golden AnniversaryCongratulations & God BlessCharles & Doreen Henshaw...who will be celebrating their50th Wedding Anniversaryon Saturday, June 29thCharlie and Doreen were marriedat St. Raymond’s on June 29, 1963.Wedding Bells are Ringing!May God bless the couplesmarried at St. Raymond’s in June...Joseph McDonnell & Patricia ConneelyJeffrey Terry & Maggie CalamariMichael Spagnola & Diana McCaveraJoseph Grillo & Carolyn ConnollySaint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 13

DIOCESAN & COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARDHelp WantedOur Lady of Peace Church in Lynbrook is seeking afull-time maintenance worker. Must possess ability toperform general repairs and building maintenance/cleaning work. If you have a team-player attitude, sendyour resume to: Our Lady of Peace Church, Office ofHuman Resources, 25 Fowler Ave., Lynbrook, NY11563. Or fax resume to: 516-596-1847, Att: H.R.Help for Recovery ofAlcohol & Chemical DependencyAre you or someone you know having family orinterpersonal problems due to drinking alcohol and/orusing drugs? Catholic Charities-Talbot House, aChemical Dependence Crisis Center, located inBohemia, provides withdrawal and stabilizationservices on a voluntary basis to males and femalesover the age of 18, who are seeking to stop and/orwithdraw from alcohol and/or other drug use.The medical and clinical staff at Talbot House willassess the kind of care the person needs, to begin his/her journey in recovery. For more information, pleasecall: 631-589-4144. Talbot House staff is available24/7. Each call is confidential.Talbot House is a NO fee for service program.Divorced, Separated, Widowed,& Single CatholicsNew Member OrientationTuesday, June 25th, 8:o0pmSt. Frances de Chantal Church1309 Wantagh Ave, WantaghNon-denominational, all are welcome. Meeting held every4th Tuesday. Please bring proof of single status to join.Refreshments served after meeting.For info, call: Carol (516) 794-4933110 Anchor Ave., OceansideSenior Community Service CenterSponsored by Catholic CharitiesSenior Community Service Center. We are a nonsectarian,not-for-profit organization located in the St. reservations, call Barbara or Eileen: 516-764-9792between 8am and 4pm, MondayFriday.ALBERT W. CHIANESE & ASSOCIATESAttorneys At LawServing the Lynbrook/East Rockaway Community for over 25 yearsFree ConsultationHealthcare Proxies and Living WillsAccidents Malpractice Labor Accidentson all Matters Matrimonial Real Estate Estates100 Merrick Rd., Suite 103 East, RVC 516-599-2020 Fax 516-599-6476AdvertisingCarpenter • Roofer • Handyman40 Years ExperienceAutomobile Waxing & DetailingInside & OutALL WORK DONE BY JAMES516-593-2933Gutter Cleaning Reasonable RatesSaint Raymond R.C. Church

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