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MassesSaturday EveSundayDailySaturday5:00PM7:30, 9:00, 10:30AM,12Noon and 4:30PM7:15, 8:45 AM8:45 AMPastoral TeamPastorFather Chuck RomanoPastor EmeritusMsgr. William V. SingletonAssociate PastorFather Frank EiseleFather James IsabakakiIn ResidenceFather Felix UdohDeaconsDeacon Robert C. Campbell, OFSDeacon Thomas Wm. Connolly, T. O. CarmDeacon Guy Donza, RetiredDeacon Thomas J. Malone Jr.Pastoral Associate, Youth &Parish MinistryDeacon Richard W. LaRossa, S.F.D.School PrincipalSr. Ruthanne Gypalo, I.H.M.Director of Religious EducationMrs. Evelyn ContaldiSouth Nassau Hospital ChaplainFather Jerome AckahParish StaffMusic MinistryLaura GarbitelliFolk GroupRob DrummondParish SecretaryPauline BirminghamPlant ManagerSteve BennettBusiness ManagerThomas J. DonovanT he Parish ofSt. RaymondA Eucharistic Community ofFaith, Love and FriendshipSunday, June 24, 2012263 Atlantic Avenue, East Rockaway, NY 11518 516-593-5000

Welcome To Our Parish Family!Not registered? Please stop by our rectory during officehours and we will be happy to include you in our parishfamily.RectoryOffice Hours are Monday -- Friday from 9am - 5pm.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, 8:00-9:00pm.Miraculous Medal Novena-Saturdays following8:45am Mass.ConfessionsSaturdays: 3:30 - 4:30pm or by appointment at the rectory.BaptismsBaptisms are celebrated the 2nd and 4th Sundays ofthe month. Please call the Rectory for an appointment.Bereavement Support GroupWill resume meetings in September.MarriagesEngaged couples are encouraged to call the Rectory ayear in advance of their wedding date to assure adequatetime to participate in preparation programs for theSacrament 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 MinistriesChoir: Sings at 10:30am Mass on Sundays fromSeptember—June, and meets for practice on Wednesdayevenings at 7:30pm in the church.Folk Group: Sings at 12 Noon Mass on Sundays fromSeptember—June, and meets for practice on Wednesdayevenings at 7:30pm in the rectory basement.Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)Interested in becoming a Catholic or an adult Catholicseeking Eucharist or Confirmation? For information callthe Rectory.This Week In Our ParishTUESDAY, June 26th7:30pm—Charismatic Prayer Group7:30pm—Handbell ChoirWEDNESDAY, June 27th7:30pm—Families Anonymous7:00pm—Youth Group7:30pm—ChoirTHURSDAY, June 28th2:00pm—Bereavement Support Group9:30am—Bible SharingFRIDAY, June 29th7:30pm—Men’s Prayer GroupSATURDAY, June 30th3:30pm—ConfessionsBe a sign ofCHRIST’SPEACEto thosemost inneed.Peter’s Pence CollectionPastoral CouncilMWMRChurchCafeteriaMWMRChurchMWMRMWMRChapelChurchThis week, our diocese will takeup the Peter’s Pence Collection,which provides the Holy Father withthe funds he needs to carry out hismost important charitable works.The proceeds benefit the mostdisadvantaged: victims of war,oppression, and natural disasters.Through your generosity, we cancast the peace of Christ upon theworld."Let us make sure that none of God's childrenever feels alone." Pope Benedict XVIThe Solemnity of St. John the Baptist is celebratedon June 24th. John challenges us Christians to thefundamental attitude of Christianity—total dependenceon the Father, in Christ. Except for the Mother of God,no one had a higher function in the unfolding ofsalvation. Yet the least in the kingdom, Jesus said, isgreater than he, for the pure gift that the Father gives.The attractiveness as well as the austerity of John,his fierce courage in denouncing evil—all stem fromhis fundamental and total placing of his life within thewill of God. John is always relevant because he callsfor a preparation which all men need to make. Henceevery year there are four weeks in the life of theChurch in which it listens to the voice of the Baptist.These are the weeks of Advent.Pastoral Council MembersThomas Cavanagh, Thomas Chojnacki (Chairperson),Meg Casey (Vice-Chairperson), Doreen Dolan,Karen Gonyon, Mary Murphy (Secretary),Tom Schnaidt, Christopher Simeti, Liz Tortorella,Irene Villacci,Father Chuck RomanoSaint Raymond R. C. Church

Fr. Chuck’s CornerGreetings and God’s blessing be yours onthe Nativity of John the Baptist and the TwelfthSunday in Ordinary Time! And welcome to“Summer.” May you have a restful andenjoyable time with family and friends. Today’sfeast gets recognition because of the importancethat John played in giving us a new way to relateto God. The first reading from Isaiah shows howJohn was called by birth to a special role: “I willmake you a light to the nations; that mysalvation may reach to the ends of the earth.”Then in the reading from Acts, John’s properrole is defined: “John heralded his coming byproclaiming a baptism of repentance to all thepeople of Israel…” And in Luke’s gospel, Johnis marked from the beginning for his signaturerole in the story of salvation: “What then willthis child be? For surely the hand of the Lordwas with him.”Even if you don’t believe a word of scripture,John is a magnificent personality. He’s called“intertestimental,” part Hebrew prophet, partChristian forerunner, yet not entirely at home ineither world. His surprising birth to agingparents evokes the memory of Abraham andSarah; his angelic annunciation like Isaac’s andSamson’s. His later fashion copies Elijah and hisdiet reminds one of Samson and Samuel. Hisstern message is like many of the writingprophets. John is charismatic enough to attractcrowds of both Israelites and Roman soldiers.He’s fierce enough to frighten a king andsignificant enough to be executed. He is talkedabout for a generation after his death and St.Paul has to straighten out many a group of hisfollowers who persisted in baptizing Christianswith the baptism of John rather than Jesus.Realize that John is mentioned a lot more inthe New Testament than some of the apostles.His initial message to “repent, for the kingdomof God is at hand” was vintage teaching forJesus. They are often compared in those earlyyears Luke’s gospel tries to show the peckingorder of John and Jesus very clearly. WhileElizabeth hides away from the public eye, Maryruns to share her news. And when Mary appearsto Elizabeth, her unborn son acknowledges thepresence of the “blessed fruit” of her wombbefore she sings the Magnificat. John is thepreparer of the way from the first moment. Hewill hide in the desert until it’s time to play therole he was to assume. He had it in him to be asuperstar. He chose to be a signpost. May we allknow our vocation with such crystal clear insight.The “Fortnight for Freedom” began this pastweek and will continue through the 8:45amMass on Independence Day, July 4 th . Pleasecheck the bulletin schedule for prayeropportunities as the special Novena Holy Hoursbegin this coming Tuesday, June 26 th . Let’s alluse this time for prayer, fasting, reflection andwitness in support of Religious Freedom.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 special note is newsand needs from Parish Social Ministry,information on the latest Mission Awareness Tripbeing made these next two weeks by parishioners,the last article in the series on ReligiousFreedom, how to obtain Memorial Bricks for anyof our four outdoor shrine areas, the latest 2012Catholic Ministries Appeal Update and muchmore. To keep informed, keep a copy of thebulletin at home each week for quick and easyreference.Have a great last week of June. Enjoy thebeginning of summer. Smile, share andremember: Your future depends on your dreamssogo back to sleep! God bless always.Father ChuckSaint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 2

PARISH BULLETIN BOARDPrincipal’s CornerWe have once again come to the end ofa school year. It seems to me that those180 days go faster every year (Couldn’tbe because I’m getting any older!). So,as Mrs. Giglio reminds us on the last dayby playing Connie Francis’ song, “We’reon vacation, having lots of fun.” It is ourprayer that all students, their families and theirteachers will have a restful, fun and safe summer.I would simply like to take this opportunity to thank allof those folks who have been so supportive of St.Raymond School. We are grateful for all that youdo—saving labels and ink cartridges, buying Scripcards, giving gifts, and keeping us inyour prayers. May you all be blessedabundantly for your kindness to all ofus. Now the Principal is taking a littlebreak from weekly columns.However, if you need us please callthe school and leave a message.We’ll get back to you in a timelymanner. Meanwhile, enjoy thewarmth of God’s love.HappySummer!June Parish Picks Winners!1st Place—$1,000#75—Carol Fuggio2nd Place—$500#252—Thomas A. Duggan3rd Place—$250#5—Hilary Becker4th Place—$250#196—James GribbonReligious Education—Faith FormationThe Religious Education office is now closed and willre-open on Monday, August 27 th .Don’t forget...God is good all the time......all the time God is good.May you have a happy, safe and enjoyable summer!Congratulations to our...CYO VolleyballChampions!2012 CYO Girls Volleyball DivisionFinalist 7th Grade - B DivisionHead Coach: Theresa BartoAsst. Coach: Nicole SkellyPlayers:Theresa BartoGrace CantyTheresa CosciaKiersten CoteAlessia DrevnyackMarina DrevnyackAdrionna HuthwaiteJasmin JiminezDiana LocatetaJessica LoyerCaitlin MonacoKimberly McGearyKiera PoppNicole SkellyAttention Swimmers:CYO Swimming information can be obtainedat: swimming@saintraymonds.orgJuly 15th is the last drawing for thisround. Check your contribution envelopemailing for the new application form forthe August 2012 through January 2013round. An order form will be included innext week’s bulletin as well.Help us make this the biggestParish Picks ever!The next drawing will be held onSunday, July 15, 2012.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’s. The level of contributionis determined by membership from this parishand by the activity on these cards. If you are not yet amember of this Catholic Cooperative you are encouragedto join and help this ongoing donation increase.Visit our branch at 45 Atlantic Ave. in Oceanside, orjoin us online at: www.thecatholiccreditunion.org.Saint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 3

PARISH BULLETIN BOARDSt. Raymond Human Life CommitteeIf the recent Department ofHealth & Human Services(HHS) mandate is approved itwill force insurers, the CatholicChurch included, to providecoverage for services that arein direct conflict with theChurch’s moral teachings. Inaddition, if this mandate is passed it would give thefederal government authority to decide whichinstitutions are “religious” enough to merit protection oftheir religious liberty. Catholic institutions such ashospitals, schools, colleges, universities, CatholicCharities, adoption agencies, etc., would not fall underthe government’s description of “religious”. To thoseinstitutions that do not abide by this mandate, heavymonetary fines would be imposed.As was stated in last week’s bulletin, the UnitedStates Bishops have called on all Catholics toparticipate in the “Fortnight for Freedom,” a two-week“great hymn of prayer” for our country. Pleaseconsider joining with family and friends in thescheduled prayer gatherings offered at our parish.(The schedule can be found in this bulletin).Remember—the Catholic Church is not trying toimpose its religion/values on everyone in the UnitedStates. No, it’s the federal government that is trying toMANDATE its values, or lack of values, onto theCatholic Church and if we don’t concede, there is aheavy fine that will be paid by the Church.Spiritual Adoption Program Follow-up\For 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 will be nine months from the start ofthe program. Thank you!Defensive Driving CourseSaturday, July 21stTime: 9:00am - 3:30pmPlace: St. Raymond School CafeteriaCost: $50To reserve your seat,please call Rose Giglioat the school office:593-9010ST. PADRE PIOSTATUE DEDICATIONI am happy to announce a newaddition to our outdoor shrinesettings. A new statue of St.Padre Pio has been donated toSt. Raymond Parish. The statueand entire cost of placement isthe gift of Philip Barone andFamily. The statue has beenplaced on a pedestal withbenches and lighting right infront of the “cloister”passageway between therectory and church. Last Saturday, June 16 th was theanniversary of when Padre Pio became St. Padre Pioin 2002. We had a special dedication blessing of thenew statue following the regular 5:00pm Mass.At this new parish shrine, there is also theopportunity to have a “Memorial Brick” placed on thewalkway in front of the statue. If you are interested,please check the ad in this bulletin which containsdetails on how to obtain any of our parish “MemorialBricks” located now at four shrine areas.Short Biography of Padre PioFrancesco Forgione was born in 1887 in the Italianvillage of Pietrelcina. He was always attracted to thespiritual life and despite poor health he entered andlater was ordained a priest as a Capuchin Friar, PadrePio, in 1910. His priesthood was marked by intenseprayer and as a dispenser of divine mercy. He wasrenowned as a confessor offering the grace ofsacramental forgiveness to people from near and far.On September 20, 1918 he began exhibiting thewounds of the crucified Christ and became the first“Stigmata Priest.” He continued his Franciscan life inservice to the community, the Church and all whocame to seek his counsel and comfort. He died onSeptember 23, 1968 and from then on his cause forsainthood grew as his sanctity also continued to touchgenerations of the faithful. Pope John Paul IIofficially canonized Padre Pio as St. Padre Pio onSeptember 16, 2002.“Pray, hope, and don't worry.Worry is useless. God is mercifuland will hear your prayer."Padre PioSaint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 4

PARISH BULLETIN BOARDStewardship Thought for the WeekSt. Paul reminds us in the second reading that“John heralded His (Jesus’) coming by proclaiminga baptism of repentance to all the people of Israel.”How faithful are we to our baptismal promises?Weekly Sacrificial Giving:Week of 6/3/12: $16,394Week of 6/5/11: $16,376Monthly sharing with:Catholic Counsel in Guatemala $150Mission NewsWhat do all these people have in common?Lisa Caltieri, Mary Ann Lynch, Jane Pariente, JohnKuehn, Jimmy Thomas, Vito Passalacqua, DeaconRich 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, Brian Armstrong, KenLaRossa, Ralph Meyer, Deacon Sal Licata, AnneMarie D’Amore, Steven Klein, Dan Rivenburgh, Sean Lilly, DeaconTom Connolly, Sharon Grupp, Lisa Weiss, Margred Weiss, FatherFrank Eisele, Corey Eschbach, Deacon Thomas Malone, DianePage, Frank McQuade, Shannon Sass, Steve Cavanagh, Dave Drlik,Liz Drlik, Anastasia Schepers, Renier Schepers, Max McQuade,Jude Moraglia, Paul Pettas, Charlie Peknic, Fr. Gerry Twomey,Mike Leahy, Mike Murphy, Tara Page, Andrew Pignataro, BrentThomas, Gavin Sass, Patrick Arnao, James Arnao, AmandaSchepers, Tom Hickey, Ed Corrado, Carlo Balbo, AlishaThompson, Steve Wilhemsen, Andrew Lospinuso, Fiorella Talledo,Deacon Sonny Pagnotta, Greg Monaco, Gerard Frusci, & DeaconLouis Cosentino, Brendan Dunn, Matt Conetta, Ron Conetta, NickLuppino, Denise Rivenburgh, Kevin Rivenburgh, BarbaraSchnaidt, Tom Schnaidt, Karen Arnao, Annie Arnao, Tim Arnao,Conor Boyle, Gerardo Rossini, Lucila Canero, Mary Grupp, KarenLospinuso, Danielle Thomas, David Hobbs, Sean Hobbs, AnthonyParlotto, Anthony DiCanio, Toni Reiffe, Jeff Reiffe, Deacon MikeMonahan, Sean Patrick Monahan, Terrance Brennan, JohnMcQuade, Catherine Cosentino, Liam Turner, Brian Murphy, NeilSchloth, Brian DiGregorio, Larry DiGregorio, Jeanette Winter &Colleen Stridel.They have all gone on a Mission Awareness trip toGuatemala (some more than once) and experiencedthe goodness of our Mayan brothers and sisters.Nineteen of our parishioners will be joining theirranks as they leave for Guatemala tomorrow!Denise Rivenburgh, Dave Hobbs, Sean Hobbs, TeresaSchloth, Jonathan Schloth, Danny Kaiser, Brian Kaiser,Ashley Vargas, Arlene Vargas, Tristan Umowski, JoeDiCanio, Ed DiCanio, Anthony DiCanio, Meagan Doyle,Maureen Doyle, Mary Grupp, Jeannette Winter, NancyCalabrese, Patrick McCormack and Deacon Rich.Please keep them in your prayers.The Heartof the ParishParish Social MinistryAs we welcome summer, ParishSocial Ministry will be on a newschedule. During July and August, wewill be closed on Mondays and Fridays.Hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays andThursdays will be as usual from 10:00Am. to 3:00 Pm. In emergencies, onecan contact the Rectory at 593-5000 .The Art Club will continue meetingduring the summer months. However,due to the planned renovation of the MWMR (in theRectory basement) meetings will be held as usual onTuesdays (10:00 Am. to 3:00 Pm.) in the schoolcafeteria. Attendees of the after-school program arewelcome to join the adults during the daytime hours.During the less structured, lazy days of summer,donations to the Parish Ministry Pantry dwindlegreatly. Although we all look forward to the break inroutine, problems that affect many of our neighbors,do not take a hiatus. Therefore, it is important toremember that while we enjoy the warm, brighter daysof summertime, there are those who still need ourconstant caring and support. We are all anticipating asummer of fun filled days and we hope that you enjoyevery moment of your leisure time but for many theredoes not seem to be any relief from their gloomyburdens. We pray that you will please remember thosewho are experiencing difficulties.PANTRY NEEDS: Cold Cereal, Coffee,Pancake Mix, Syrup, Jars of Pasta Sauce,Tomato Paste, Cooking Oil (small), ChickPeas, Packaged Mashed Potatoes,Mayonnaise, Juices, Canned Fruit, SmallBoxes of Sugar, Flour, Cake Mix, Frosting, Snacks,Laundry Detergent, Toothbrushes, and Razors.Stroke Prevention Screening10 minutes that can change your life!Friday, July 13th - 9am - 5pmSt. Raymond School CafeteriaPrecision Screening Plus, Long Island’s first and onlylocally owned and operated stroke screening company willbe performing non-invasive, painless ultrasound exams todetermine your risk for stroke, aneurysm, peripheral arterialdisease and osteoporosis. All carotid artery doppler examsare reviewed by a board certified interventional radiologist.Your physician cannot order these tests without clearevidence of symptoms. Ironically, most people who sufferfrom a stroke or aneurysm never show signs or symptomsthat a major catastrophe is about to occur. Individual testsare $50; any 3 tests are $120 and all 4 tests are $140.Please call Precision Screening Plus at 516-221-6543 for anappointment or for additional information.Saint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 5

Celebrate life and pay tribute to your loved onein a special way with…ST. RAYMOND’S CHURCHCOMMEMORATIVE BRICK MEMORIALSThe Holy FamilySaint Padre PioSaint Thereseof LisieuxGod & CountrySaint Raymond’s Commemorative Brick Memorials are a lastingand inspirational way to honor a loved one. Your brick will be a reminderto all who spend time at any of our three memorials, the importance of alife shared with family, friends and our parish community.Your commemorative brick can be placed at any of the four memorialsof your choosing: the beautiful bronze Holy Family statue on the frontlawn of the church on the corner of Carman Avenue, at the lovelySt. Therese of Lisiuex (“The Little Flower”) memorial garden on theback lawn of the church, the impressive God & Country memorial onthe front lawn on the corner of Roosevelt Avenue, or at our band newSt. Padre Pio statue in the front of the church in front of the archesconnecting the church to the rectory.All bricks are 4” x 8” with a 3 line inscription area and can bepurchased for $250 at the church rectory during office hours(Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm), or call the rectory office at 593-5000and request an order form be mailed to you.All text will be printed in upper case lettering, centered on eachbrick, and with the same typeface. There is a maximum of 18characters per line. You may also use numbers for the inscriptions.Spacing between lines is considered a character, however,punctuation does not require a space.Please note: All inscriptions are subject to the approval of St. Raymond Church.Saint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 6

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In their statement for religious freedom, the CatholicBishops of the United States issued a call for all to pray,fast and give public witness during a “Fortnight forFreedom.” The fourteen days from June 21 st till July 4 thhas been designated for this purpose. During this time, St.Raymond Parish will have special prayer gatherings wherewe can come together in prayerful solidarity for the causeof religious freedom. In addition, we will have the“Prayer for Religious Liberty” prayed at all Sundayand weekday Masses during the fortnight. There will alsobe special intercessions in the “Prayer of the Faithful” aswell as education and contact information for everyone to use in prayer, reflection and witness.Following is the schedule of prayer gatherings. Please consider joining with friends, family andfellow parishioners during this special “Fortnight for Freedom.”1. Thursday, June 21 stRegular Eucharistic Adoration will take placefrom 1-4pm in the church.It will include prayer, silent reflection,preaching and Benediction.2. Friday, June 22 ndPrayers and intercessions at 7:15 and 8:45amMasses.3. Saturday, June 23 rdPrayers and intercessions at 8:45am Mass.4. Sunday, June 24 th(Nativity of John the Baptist)Prayers, intercessions and preaching onreligious freedom.5. Monday, June 25 thPrayers and intercessions at 7:15 and8:45am Masses.6. Tuesday, June 26 th(Novena day 1) Holy Hour in church from7:30-8:30pm.7. Wednesday, June 27 th(Novena day 2) Holy Hour in church from7:30-8:30pm.8. Thursday, June 28 th(Novena day 3) Regular Eucharistic Adorationwill take place from 1-4pm in the church.It will include prayer, silent reflectionand Benediction.9. Friday, June 29 th(Novena day 4) Holy Hour in church from7:30-8:30pm.10. Saturday, June 30 th(Novena day 5) Novena Prayers at all Masses.11. Sunday, July 1 st(Novena day 6) Novena Prayers at all Masses.12. Monday, July 2 nd(Novena day 7) Holy Hour in church from7:30-8:30pm.13. Tuesday, July 3 rd(Novena day 8 Holy Hour in church from1:00-2:00pm.14. Wednesday, July 4 th(Novena day 9) Special Independence DayMass for Freedom in church at 8:45am.Prayer for Religious FreedomAlmighty God, Father of all nations, for freedom you have set us free in Christ Jesus(Gal. 5:1). We praise and bless you for the gift of religious liberty, the foundation of humanrights, justice, and the common good. Grant to our leaders the wisdom to protect and promoteour liberties; by your grace may we have the courage to defend them, for ourselves and for allthose who live in this blessed land. We ask this through the intercession of Mary Immaculate,our patroness, and in the name of your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, in the unity of theHoly Spirit, with whom you live and reign, one God, forever and ever, Amen.Saint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 8

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"One Faith, One Hope, Many Gifts"As we continue into the month of June, our parish continues to creep along with the 2012Catholic Ministries Appeal! We are more than two-thirds to our goal which is good news. Thispositive response comes in the midst of a greater challenge this year. While we did not meet our goalfor the 2011 Appeal, we have been given a bigger challenge for 2012. Our parish goal has beenraised from $95,960.00 to $98,400.00. We raised $86,516.00 from 400 donors in 2011. Therefore ourrebate was $9,748.00 which is a nice return in funds for St. Raymond’s. Once again in 2012, therebate formula remains the same. If we reach our new goal of $98,400.00 in payment we will receive20% back and then 80% of every dollar paid in over the goal. Basically, the better we do for thediocese, the better we do for St. Raymond’s. However, since our goal has gone up and we have had asteady falloff in the total pledge amount and number of donors for the past three years, our potentialrebate will probably also decrease. So what can we do? Well, more donors and a higher pledgeamount would put us on the road to success.As a priest, a pastor and a Catholic member of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, I really dobelieve in the importance of the Catholic Ministries Appeal. This appeal supports more than 40pastoral programs and ministries that serve 133 parishes across Long Island. The funds raised help usin fulfilling our mission to live and share our faith, care for God’s people and build God’s kingdomthroughout Long Island. All the money raised is used to support four main areas of ministry:Catholic Charities, Education, Formation and Pastoral Ministry.During this Stewardship time of renewal and gratitude, perhaps we will also see a nice jumpfurther towards our goal. Prayer is always needed as well as a willingness to share our gifts withthose in need throughout Long Island. Remember, by making a pledge or donation to the CatholicMinistries Appeal, you will be supporting programs that help to feed seniors and families in needright here in our own communities and you will be playing a big part in helping all the other goodworks of the Catholic Church on Long Island. And don’t forget the significant rebate St. Raymond’sParish may also receive by your generosity. Pledge brochures and envelopes are always available forthose wishing to make a pledge or donation on the pew shelves at the rear of the church. Otherwise,look for the mailings sent by the appeal office. In fact, a new mailing from the Diocesan AppealOffice went out a few weeks ago. You can always respond directly to the appeal office and St.Raymond’s will get full credit. We have a parish of 3200 family and individual registrations. Wereally need to increase the amount of donors from the 400 of last year in order to be successful andqualify for the maximum rebate.Please take time to prayerfully consider making a pledge or one time gift. Then if you are ableto help either respond by direct mail to the appeal office or back to the rectory using one of theappeal envelopes found on the pew shelves by the doors of the church. Together, let’s make 2012 abounce back year for the Catholic Ministries Appeal here at St. Raymond Parish. Below is thecurrent appeal update.2012 Parish Goal$98,400.00Pledge/Gift Amount as of 6/22/12$69,686.00Number of Pledges/Donors309Saint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 10

Masses ForThe WeekMonday, June 25th7:15 John Healy8:45 Rose ValentinoTuesday, June 26th7:15 Giovanni Stoia8:45 Joe ClancyWednesday, June 27th7:15 Frank D’Aulisa—4th Ann.8:45 Frank VisoneThursday, June 28th7:15 Alfonso Aleman8:45 Michael CaraherFriday, June 29th7:15 Margaret Pettit8:45 John MambuSt. CyrilSt. IrenaeusSaints Peter & PaulSaturday, June 30th Blessed Virgin Mary8:45 Patricia Keenan, First Martyrs of theShirley Kenny Holy Roman Church5:00 Fred VillacciSunday, July 1st7:30 Richard & Margareta Schneider9:00 Arduino Testani 13th Sunday10:30 Dorothy Johnson in Ordinary Time12:00 James Mulroy, Lola Daza4:30 For the people of the parishScripture Readings for the WeekMonday, June 25th2 Kings 17:5-8, 13-15, 18; Psalm 60:3-5, 12-13;Matthew 7:1-5Tuesday, June 26th2 Kings 19:9-11, 14-21, 31-36; Psalm 48:2-4, 10-11;Matthew 7:6, 12-14Wednesday, June 27th2 Kings 22:8-13; 23:1-3; Psalm 119:33-37, 40;Matthew 7:15-20Thursday, June 28th2 Kings 24:8-17; Psalm 79:1-5, 8-9Matthew 7:21-29Friday, June 29thActs 12:1-11; Psalm 34:2-9;2 Timothy 4:6-8, 17-18; Matthew 16:13-19Saturday, June 30thLamentations 2:2,10-14,18-19;Psalm 74:1-7, 20-21; Matthew 8:5-17Sunday, July 1stWisdom 1:13-15;2:23-24; Psalm 30:2-6,11-13;2 Corinthians 8:7,9,13-15; Mark 5:21-43Please Pray For Our Sick…Babies, Aidan Pearsall, Michelina Vito,Andrew Richetti, Brady James Hicks,Dean Gill, Nicholas Savino, John MichaelMezzanotte, “Little” Bridget FeminellaAlana Downey, John Rochford, Janet Kelly,Joe Caputo, Bob Cavanaugh, Helen Carr,Patty Cavanagh, Kathleen Reynolds,Margaret Collins, Lt. Jake Murphy, Brian McCabe,Sr., Marguerite White, Rick Hinshaw, Ray Mayle,Dominick Consolazo, Philip Schlesier, JaniceCerra.Jean Criscuolo, Janet Mangione, GiovanniScotto, Walter Convery, Anne Crowley, SeanMcDougal, Billy Mautner.(Names are printed for 3 weeks unless the rectory isnotified otherwise.)Rest in PeaceRobert CuiteBarbara StephensThe Altar Bread & WineFor this week is in loving memoryof..Ciaran McAllisterThe Rose for LifeIs in Memory of...John MambuHappy first anniversary in heaven.Donated by his loving family.For future dedications, call Mary Healy at 887-4062.Please pray for ourU.S. Service Men & WomenCapt. Kathryn M. Costello, U.S.M.C.Lt. Col. Michael Deegan, U.S.A.Lance Corporal Sean M. Donohue, U.S.M.C.Lt. Gregory Durso, U.S.A.Corporal John David Efferen, U.S.M.C.Lance Corporal Daniel J. Ferrato, U.S.M.C.Michael Gondek, National GuardLance Corporal Dylan J. Hickam, U.S.M.CLt. Col. Mary P. King, M.D., U.S.A.Lt.jg Joseph Leahy, U.S. N.Capt. Joseph McQuade, U.S.N.Lance Corporal Alan Murphy, U.S.M.CLt. Jake Murphy, U.S.ACapt. Graham A. Perry, U.S.M.C.1 ST Lt. Roy Ragusa, Jr., U.S. ARMYLt. Kevin Reilly, U.S. ARMYLt. Cmdr. Andrew Schimenti, U.S.N.Please remember our wounded soldiers in your prayers.To add a name to this list, e-mail: StRayRcc@optonline.netSaint Raymond R.C. ChurchPage 11

DIOCESAN & COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARDSpecial Marian Mass forOur Lady of MedjugorjeCelebrating 31 years of alleged apparitions.Come join us and pray for world peace.Monday, June 25th7:00pm Rosary · 7:30pm MassSt. Mary’s Church110 Bryant Ave., RoslynRefreshments following.For info, call: Dolores Santangelo at 516-903-6630 orDeacon Ed Case at 516-621-1172Catholic High SchoolEntrance Exam Prep CourseHoly Trinity High SchoolFive 2-1/2 hour Saturday morning sessions, eachincluding review in English and Math as well aspractice tests.Course begins September 15th. $250 fee includesinstruction and materials. For info, call 516-433-2900or visit: holytrinityhs.echalk.comDivorced, Separated, & Single CatholicsWidows & WidowersNew Member OrientationTuesday, June 26th at 8:00pmSt. Frances de Chantal School1309 Wantagh Ave., WantaghNon-denominational, all are welcome. Please bring proof ofsingle status to join. Refreshments served after the meeting.For info, call Carol at 794-4933 before 9pmor Mike at 799-6541Job OpportunityPart-time Administrative Assistant needed. Must behighly organized, able to work independently and beskilled with the computer. Office located in Lynbrook.Hours great, and flexible for a mom with children inschool. Interested candidates, please call DeaconTom Connolly at 516-662-6148.St. Mary’sInternational Summer FairJuly 5th—July 8th, 6pm—11pmMonroe Blvd. & E. Park Ave., Long BeachInternational Food • RidesGames • GamblingFor info, call 432-0157Saint Raymond R. C. Church

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