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Liturgical<br />
Celebrations<br />
<strong>April</strong> <strong>30</strong>, <strong>2006</strong><br />
<strong>Third</strong> <strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Easter</strong><br />
Acts <strong>of</strong> the Apostles 3:13-15, 17-19<br />
Psalm 4<br />
1 John 2:1-5<br />
Luke 24:35-48<br />
Saturday—<strong>April</strong> 29<br />
Anticipated Mass for <strong>Sunday</strong><br />
5:00pm - Maura Leto by Evelyn Batt<br />
<strong>Sunday</strong>—<strong>April</strong> <strong>30</strong>—<strong>Third</strong> <strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Easter</strong><br />
8:00am - Rose-Marie Massimillo by Pat and Charles<br />
Stancati, Raymond H. Kelly by George Spruck, Marilyn<br />
Burns by Pat & Charlie Stancati, William Reich by Pat &<br />
Charlie Stancati, James Nicoletto by Walter & Theresa<br />
Happe, Alexander Favuzzi & Grace Lombardi by Mr. & Mrs.<br />
J. Favuzzi, Vincent Giordano by Marin & Ann Lamia, Margie<br />
Nash by Pat & Charlie Stancati, Mary DiNicola by the Citro<br />
family, Joseph Jordan by the Citro family, Joan Travell by<br />
Joan Marro, Domenico & Chiara Vricella by Antonia Colao,<br />
Saverio Pezzanite by Pat & Charlie Stancati, Angelina<br />
Sciortino by Roz Moglia, Joseph Rut by Philip & Patricia<br />
Kneer, Brian Leupold by Dottie Lossani, Alice Vigneaux by<br />
Ed & Laura Vigneaux<br />
9:15am - The People <strong>of</strong> St. Thomas More Parish<br />
10:45am - Frank & Filomena Beltrani by Anna & Joe Beltrani<br />
12:15pm - Matthew Mulcahy by Joan Dorr<br />
Monday—May 1 - St. Joseph the Worker<br />
9:00am - Luigi Ferrari by Eileen & Al Weidig<br />
Tuesday - May 2 - St. Athanasius<br />
9:00am - Felix Chiuchiolo by Helen Chiuchiolo<br />
Wednesday - May 3 - Saints Philip & James<br />
9:00am - Fabio DiMeglio by Vivian Jacobs<br />
Thursday—May 4<br />
9:00am—Communion Service<br />
Friday—May 5<br />
9:00am - Kenneth Balling by Rosemary Balling<br />
Saturday - May 6<br />
9:00am - Felix A. Chiuchiolo by Friends <strong>of</strong> St. Thomas More<br />
Anticipated Mass for <strong>Sunday</strong><br />
5:00pm - William Savino by the Mastrandrea family<br />
<strong>Sunday</strong>—May 7—Fourth <strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Easter</strong><br />
World Day <strong>of</strong> Prayer for Vocations<br />
8:00am - Sandia Kowalski by Lew Bernard<br />
9:15am - Howard Boura by Joseph Walker & family<br />
10:45am - Georg Robinson by Kieko & Bob McKeon<br />
12:15pm - Rosalie Marino<br />
by Egon Joan & Niccona Teichert<br />
<strong>Third</strong> <strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Easter</strong><br />
Growing through the<br />
<strong>Sunday</strong> Scriptures<br />
May 7, <strong>2006</strong><br />
Fourth <strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Easter</strong><br />
Acts <strong>of</strong> the Apostles 4:8-12<br />
Psalm 118<br />
1 John 3:1-2<br />
John 10:11-18<br />
A reading from the holy Gospel according to John:<br />
<strong>April</strong> <strong>30</strong>, <strong>2006</strong><br />
Jesus said: “I am the good shepherd. A good shepherd<br />
lays down his life for the sheep. A hired man, who is not<br />
a shepherd and whose sheep are not his own, sees a wolf<br />
coming and leaves the sheep and runs away, and the wolf<br />
catches and scatters them. This is because he works for<br />
pay and has no concern for the sheep. I am the good<br />
shepherd, and I know mine and mine know me, just as<br />
the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I will<br />
lay down my life for the sheep. I have other sheep that do<br />
not belong to this fold. These also I must lead, and they<br />
will hear my voice, and there will be one flock, one shepherd.<br />
This is why the Father loves me, because I lay<br />
down my life in order to take it up again. No one takes it<br />
from me, but I lay it down on my own. I have power to<br />
lay it down, and power to take it up again. This command<br />
I have received from my Father.”<br />
Focus Questions:<br />
1. Jesus says, “I know mine and mine know me.” Describe<br />
how you have grown in your knowledge <strong>of</strong><br />
Jesus.<br />
2. Describe how you “lay down your life for others” in<br />
the daily-ness <strong>of</strong> your life.<br />
3. Describe a time when you felt lost. Who found you<br />
and brought you back?<br />
Family and children’s question:<br />
Talk about ways you have been a good shepherd for<br />
others.
<strong>April</strong> <strong>30</strong>, <strong>2006</strong><br />
PRAY FOR THE SICK<br />
Steven Johnston, Baby Brielle McIntyre, Jacqueline<br />
Mickle, Brian Dowling, Rose Denimarck, Virginia<br />
Weil, Marie Heffernan, Cheri Fontana, Lisa<br />
Combattente, Grace Verhelst, Silomena Camilli,<br />
Kelly Grace Leary, Maria Novak, Nicole Donatelli,<br />
Lisa Caravana, Kristine O’Grady, Richard Campisi,<br />
James Lederman, Peter McNamara, William Calderone, William<br />
Botticello, Clara Stancati, Robert Scheiner, Nick Scorza, Miguel<br />
Aquiria, Dorothy Schneider, John Barry, Nancy Pierson, Peter<br />
Hepner, Fr. Donal Kehew, George Singlemann, Anthony<br />
Procaccini, Jr., Lillian Savarese, Maryann Kearney, Edmund<br />
Golembiewski, Helen Granville, Anna DiMeglio, Ann LoCastro,<br />
Janina Szepietowska, Lila Gattsek, Ann Cusack, Monica<br />
Kellington, Leelamma Chakkalakkal, Philip Camera, Eileen<br />
Iammarino, James Toscano, Lucja Kostrzewa, Loretta Keane,<br />
Jean Marsala-Kieffner, Bertha Pomfret, Anthony Izzo, Sr.,<br />
Krishlee Acevedo, Msgr. Thomas Groenewold, Phyllis Cable,<br />
Louise Farinella, Lillian Munzer, Maureen Boyce, Doris Curtin,<br />
Sophia Nocera, Catherine Babits, Christine Sullivan, Carolann<br />
Fletcher, Debra Cameron, Anthony J. Esposito, Joan Clickner,<br />
Marion Smith, Terri Ilardi McKee, Arthur Ilardi, Warren Schutte.<br />
(We ask those who wish to have the sick listed in the bulletin to submit their<br />
names through the collection or drop the name(s) <strong>of</strong>f at the Church Office by<br />
Monday mornings. Please use the cut-out in the bulletin for your convenience.<br />
The current list expires the end <strong>of</strong> May.)<br />
PRAY FOR THE DECEASED<br />
Patricia Chetuk, Neil Acri, Lucy Mercurio, Carlo Riali, Elizabeth<br />
Genco, Deacon Robert Heintz, our deceased relatives and friends,<br />
and our deceased servicemen and women.<br />
From Fr. Midura’s Desk<br />
IMPATIENS AND GERANIUMS—We will <strong>of</strong>fer 8” pots <strong>of</strong><br />
New Guinea Impatiens and Geraniums for purchase next<br />
weekend. They will be $11.50 each and should be on racks for<br />
your purchase. If you would like to reserve your flowers,<br />
please return the cut-out in today’s bulletin.<br />
FIRST COMMUNION TIME—For the next few weeks, our<br />
parish will celebrate with the young men and women <strong>of</strong> our<br />
parish who will be receiving their first Holy Communion.<br />
Next week, these celebrations will be at the 5pm Saturday<br />
Mass and the 9:15am and 12:15pm Mass. Please remember<br />
them in your prayers.<br />
MOTHER’S DAY NOVENA—Beginning in two weeks on<br />
Mother’s Day, May 14, and for Nine Days afterward, we will<br />
include our mother’s, living or deceased, in the Mother’s Day<br />
Novena. To include our mothers in these Masses, kindly<br />
return the memory envelope you received in your set <strong>of</strong><br />
contribution envelopes. If you would like to present a<br />
Spiritual Bouquet Mass card to a living mom, please use one<br />
that is found in the Church lobby where you obtain a bulletin<br />
and place the outer information envelope in the drop <strong>of</strong>f box<br />
in the Church lobby.<br />
LOBSTER BASH <strong>2006</strong> — Everyone is invited to attend the<br />
Bash on Friday night, June 9, under the tent in our parking lot.<br />
Cost is $40 per person which includes a choice <strong>of</strong> lobster OR<br />
chicken and ribs, plus open beverage bar, music, dancing,<br />
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raffles and fun with your fellow parishioners and friends.<br />
Tickets are on sale at $40 per person. Reservations for tables<br />
<strong>of</strong> ten must be paid in full at the time <strong>of</strong> reservation. This is a<br />
great opportunity to make some new friends and have a great<br />
time. Any questions, call Ed or Laura at 234.6719.<br />
There will be a meeting for those who would like to help work<br />
the Lobster Bash. It will be this coming Tuesday, May 2, 7pm<br />
in the Parish Center Meeting Room.<br />
USED PALM—Through this weekend, we will have a<br />
container in the Church lobby to accept any palm that you<br />
may have accumulated from previous years that you no longer<br />
want or need. When you bring the used palm, bring it in a<br />
paper bag, without any plastic or rubber bands. This will make<br />
it easier to process.<br />
ST. THOMAS FEAST RAFFLE—This year we will have a<br />
Car Raffle along with two other prizes <strong>of</strong> $1,000 and $500<br />
respectively in Scrip <strong>of</strong> your choice from a list that we have<br />
available at the Scrip desk. The car is a <strong>2006</strong> Nissan Altima<br />
which will be parked in a noticeable place in front <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Church on weekends. Tickets will be $25 each or 5 for $100.<br />
Drawing will take place on <strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>of</strong> the Feast weekend.<br />
FISHING TRIP—Save the date for our annual fishing trip. It<br />
is scheduled for Wednesday, May 17, out <strong>of</strong> Captree Boat<br />
Basin. Please sign up in the Church Lobby or return the cutout<br />
in the bulletin. Cost is $55 per person.<br />
BLOOD DRIVE—Our parish will conduct a Blood Drive on<br />
Thursday, May 18, in Walden Hall from 4pm to 9:<strong>30</strong>pm.<br />
Please reserve the date. We do not realize all those we help<br />
through our donation <strong>of</strong> blood. Our donation can be translated<br />
into many uses. We know that it can only be manufactured by<br />
one key person, us! There will be a sign up in the Church<br />
lobby beginning this weekend. For more information, call Ed<br />
at 366.1085. Please help give the gift <strong>of</strong> life. If you have never<br />
donated platelets, ask one <strong>of</strong> the attendants about it the night<br />
you donate blood.<br />
CATHOLIC MINISTRIES APPEAL—We ask our parishioners<br />
for their help in assisting our parish reach and<br />
hopefully exceed our assessment to the Appeal. With your<br />
help, the work <strong>of</strong> the diocese continues in meeting the daily<br />
needs and costs <strong>of</strong> operation <strong>of</strong> vital ministries that help<br />
continue the work <strong>of</strong> evangelization in our diocese. We ask<br />
everyone to make a pledge to the Appeal to help others and to<br />
help our parish. Our parish’s assessment is $53,100 and we<br />
are almost there! Once we make our parish goal, the parish<br />
will realize at least $10,620 and more as we go over our<br />
assessment.<br />
MAINTENANCE COLLECTION—Over $40,387 has been<br />
generously contributed to the maintenance and repairs <strong>of</strong> our<br />
facilities. $49,655 has been spent to date on various maintenance<br />
and replacement projects. We thank you for your<br />
ongoing support <strong>of</strong> this parish project <strong>of</strong> continuing to update,<br />
repair and beautify our parish facilities.<br />
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE PARISH PLANT—As you<br />
may have noticed, the Parking Lot was re-striped to designate<br />
the parking spaces, all 220 <strong>of</strong> them, give or take one or two!<br />
In addition to the areas reserved for handicap parking along<br />
the southwest part <strong>of</strong> the parking lot, there are additional areas
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designated by the blue curb along the driveway. My understanding<br />
was that in the past there were signs placed to<br />
designate such areas for those who need easier access. Kindly<br />
display your handicap sticker on your dashboard when using<br />
these spaces. If you do not have a sticker, please respect those<br />
who do have them.<br />
The marble area <strong>of</strong> our Church Sanctuary was refinished this<br />
past week. The entire area was ground down to make the tiles<br />
smooth. Then there was a sealing process before there was a<br />
final polishing to beautify our place <strong>of</strong> worship. With all the<br />
rain this past week, the “leak” in the Church did not appear, so<br />
it seems that the problem spot was located and sealed. It will<br />
probably reappear when we patch the ceiling in the Church.<br />
We have ordered a bulk shipment <strong>of</strong> fixtures to replace the<br />
worn out florescent fixtures in Walden Hall. Progress!<br />
OUR PRIEST-CELEBRANTS<br />
(Subject to last minute changes)<br />
This weekend Next weekend<br />
Saturday<br />
5:00pm Msgr. Midura Msgr. Midura<br />
<strong>Sunday</strong><br />
8:00am Fr. Dahlke Fr. Dahlke<br />
9:15am Msgr. Midura Msgr. Midura<br />
10:45am Msgr. Midura Fr. Dahlke<br />
12:15pm Msgr. Midura Msgr. Midura<br />
JUSTICE & PEACE<br />
Continuing from last week on Catholic social teaching.<br />
John XXIII employed natural law in his attempt to address the<br />
international issues. He was concerned with social and<br />
economic justice and repeated the fundamental teachings <strong>of</strong><br />
his predecessors regarding the social nature <strong>of</strong> the person. By<br />
coupling right language with natural law, he said the state has<br />
the obligation to promote the common good. He put forth the<br />
concept <strong>of</strong> the moral purposes that ought to govern human<br />
affairs, from intrapersonal to international relations.<br />
The human person had rights as well as duties. These rights<br />
are universal and should not be violated. This is a call for self<br />
and others. Individual rights must be in harmony with the<br />
common good.<br />
What does this all mean in terms <strong>of</strong> justice and peace? If a<br />
society is to be well ordered and productive, it must lay down<br />
the principle that every human being is a person. His nature is<br />
endowed with intelligence and free will. He has rights and<br />
obligations from and to society from his very nature. These<br />
rights are universal. They cannot be violated and in any way<br />
surrendered. Human rights are the standard against which<br />
every social order is evaluated. To be continued...<br />
Together we can make a difference<br />
May 1 is the feast <strong>of</strong> St. Joseph the Worker.<br />
May 3 is Sts. Philip and James and Independence Day in<br />
Israel.<br />
May 4-7 is El Cinco de Mayo in Mexico.<br />
May 4 is a National Day <strong>of</strong> Prayer in USA.<br />
Seventh <strong>Third</strong> <strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Easter</strong><br />
<strong>April</strong> <strong>30</strong>, <strong>2006</strong><br />
MEN’S GATHERING<br />
The next meeting <strong>of</strong> the Men’s Gathering will be this coming<br />
Thursday, May 4, at 7:<strong>30</strong>pm in the Parish Center. We will<br />
continue with our series on Spiritual Development. The topic will<br />
be Foundation <strong>of</strong> the Spiritual Life. If you ever wondered or<br />
thought about what it means to have a spiritual life but were not<br />
sure, now would be a good time to attend. We urge all men to<br />
attend, especially young men and men raising families. We start<br />
at 7:<strong>30</strong>pm with refreshments and end promptly at 9pm.<br />
UPDATE ON LENTEN PROJECT<br />
We wish to thank all who participated in our parish program for<br />
Habitat for Humanity. The total amount was $4,486. The money<br />
will help to build a house for a needy family here on Long Island.<br />
If anyone is interested in working on the construction <strong>of</strong> a habitat<br />
home, please contact Ralph Molinaro at 724.2253. Your Justice<br />
and Peace Committee thanks all.<br />
STEWARDSHIP: A DISCIPLE’S RESPONSE<br />
3 more Wednesdays, May 3 – May 17, 7:00 – 9:00pm.<br />
Stewardship is an expression <strong>of</strong> discipleship. Beginning in<br />
conversion, mature disciples make a conscious decision to follow<br />
Jesus Christ as a way <strong>of</strong> life, grateful for what they have received<br />
and eager to cultivate their gifts out <strong>of</strong> love for God and one<br />
another. Through reading, reflection, lecture, prayer, and<br />
discussion, participants will be introduced to the U. S. Bishops’<br />
pastoral letter on stewardship, and come to understand more fully<br />
that:<br />
Stewardship is a necessary outcome <strong>of</strong> the faith we pr<strong>of</strong>ess;<br />
Disciples are called to be good stewards <strong>of</strong> our own vocations,<br />
fulfilling roles and responsibilities to which the Lord has called<br />
us;<br />
The life <strong>of</strong> Jesus is the model for Christians filled with the will <strong>of</strong><br />
God;<br />
Collaboration and cooperation with God in the works <strong>of</strong> creation<br />
and redemption are hallmarks <strong>of</strong> stewardship;<br />
Baptism calls us to share in the responsibility for the Church’s<br />
mission;<br />
Christian stewards gratefully receive, tend, and share God’s gifts<br />
in justice and love.<br />
Presenter: Dr. Joan. Pre-registration is appreciated, 234.5551.<br />
PARISH OUTREACH<br />
NEEDS - Parish Outreach Pantry Shelves are<br />
very sparse after <strong>Easter</strong> Food Pack Up. All<br />
donations are appreciated - we are low on all food<br />
and non-food items. SCRIP is also needed!<br />
THANKS to the Youth Group for the cute,<br />
colorful, creative animals they made for our<br />
families. We gave them out with our <strong>Easter</strong> Baskets. Thanks for<br />
being so thoughtful!<br />
MILLION VOICES FOR DARFUR—A massive rally is taking<br />
place today in Washington, DC. The ongoing genocide in the<br />
Sudan is an evil to which we all need to respond. No government<br />
seems willing or able to force Sudan to stop. Individuals have<br />
taken a stance. Let your voice be heard.<br />
For info, visit Websites www.millionvoicesfordarfur.org/ +
<strong>April</strong> <strong>30</strong>, <strong>2006</strong><br />
www.SaveDarfur.org<br />
CARING FOR ME; CARING FOR YOU—“A Theatrical<br />
Performance for Family Caregivers <strong>of</strong> the frail elderly and<br />
those with Alzheimer’s” - Friday, May 19, <strong>2006</strong> -7:<strong>30</strong>pm.<br />
Infant Jesus Parish, Route 112, Pt Jefferson. RSVP Linda<br />
Vanella, 631-331-6145. Presented by Day Haven Adult Day<br />
Services & HIP Health Plan Elder Care Discussion &<br />
Information Fair following the performance.<br />
“The most important thing in communication is to hear what<br />
isn’t being said.”<br />
Blessings TO OUR<br />
FIRST COMMUNICANTS<br />
Alex Aliscio Stephanie Bacotti Thomas Balcom<br />
Michael Boyle Maria Cira Costigliola Gabriella Cohen<br />
Tyler Gaudet Daniel Quinn Paige Segal<br />
Jackson Wahl Andrew Tsororos Kyle Wood<br />
Antanas Bobelis Jillian Borghardt Eliza Brant<br />
Carley Buongervino Eric Seith Jack Spera<br />
Bradley Calvao Dylan Cooper Matthew Cooper<br />
Gianna LoCicero Michael LoRusso Troy Maida<br />
Andrew McCall Matthew McGreevy Ashley Muise<br />
Frank Ragone Connor Nembach Katherine Parrett<br />
Matthew Squatrito Christen Schuchardt Tyler Ruggiero<br />
Tristan Bubbico Theresa Boykevisch Michaela Crosby<br />
Devin Jenny Sara Helkowski Savannah Kelly<br />
Anthony Koch Emily Mangafas Caroline McNeill<br />
Daniel Paci Anthony Rinaldi<br />
RIGHT TO LIFE NEWS<br />
BULLETIN BOARD & INFORMATION RACK If you<br />
are looking for information concerning LIFE issues, there are<br />
free booklets and newsletters which will provide information<br />
on adoption, abortion, stem cell research, crisis pregnancy<br />
centers and legislation concerning these issues. Please take<br />
advantage <strong>of</strong> this free information which is located in the<br />
Church lobby in front <strong>of</strong> the Walden Hall entrance.<br />
YOUNG AT HEART<br />
COMMUNION BREAKFAST<br />
On Saturday, May 20, after the 9am Mass, there will be a<br />
Communion Breakfast for all paid members, at a cost <strong>of</strong> $7<br />
per person, as the club pays the difference <strong>of</strong> $5. All who<br />
expect to come please pay at the May 12 meeting or mail your<br />
check to Bob, at his home. Make checks payable to “Young At<br />
Heart.”<br />
YOUNG AT HEART YOGA CLASS<br />
STM Young at Heart Senior Club is having a Yoga class at<br />
their May 12 meeting at approximately 8:<strong>30</strong>pm. There is no<br />
cost to paid members. All parishioners are invited at a cost <strong>of</strong><br />
only $2. per person. If interested please call Anna at 234.0714<br />
or Bob at 582.6536. Remember, everyone must wear loose<br />
clothing and sneakers. Refreshments will be served as usual.<br />
STM FOCCUS PROGRAM<br />
We invite couples married more than one year to help prepare<br />
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engaged couples for marriage. FOCCUS (Facilitating Open<br />
Couple Communication, Understanding and Study) is aligned<br />
with Pre-Cana but yet a separate part. FOCCUS helps<br />
facilitate communication between engaged couples by the use<br />
<strong>of</strong> a pre-marital inventory designed to help them consider<br />
important topics related to married life. No pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />
training is required to be a part <strong>of</strong> our team. For further info<br />
please contact Ross & Marie Bracco at 631.265.1681. Leave a<br />
message on our voice mail and we will get back to you as<br />
soon as we can. Thanks for considering the Foccus Program.<br />
OFFERTORY GIFT PROCESSION<br />
All people <strong>of</strong> the parish, adults and children, are invited to be<br />
part <strong>of</strong> the <strong>of</strong>fertory procession at our <strong>Sunday</strong> Masses.<br />
Families and groups are invited to sign up for a particular<br />
Mass. At least four people are needed for each procession.<br />
When you come to the Mass at which you will be bringing up<br />
the gifts, please be present in the church at least 15 minutes<br />
before Mass begins and speak with the priest celebrating the<br />
Mass. We thank our Communion children and Stephanie<br />
Scaduto’s third grade religion class for representing our<br />
community.<br />
LOBSTER BASH TICKETS<br />
Held during Tent Weekend, Fri., June 9.<br />
Tickets are on sale at $40 per person - choice <strong>of</strong> “Lobster” or<br />
“Chicken & Ribs”<br />
Beer/Wine/Soda - Music/Dancing - Prizes<br />
Reservations for tables <strong>of</strong> ten must be paid in full at time <strong>of</strong><br />
purchase.<br />
Call Ed & Laura Vigneaux for info 234.6719.<br />
THIS WEEK AT ST. THOMAS MORE<br />
(Not totally inclusive)<br />
Monday—May 1<br />
7pm—Youth Ministry—Walden Hall<br />
7:45pm—Holy Hour—Church<br />
Tuesday - May 2<br />
7pm - Lobster Bash Meeting for Volunteers - Meeting Room<br />
Thursday—May 4<br />
8pm—Choir—Church<br />
PRAY FOR OUR SOLDIERS<br />
William Hartig Fr. Jim Krische<br />
Joseph Bitet Fr. Peter Sousa<br />
Krishlee Acevedo Msgr. Tom Molloy<br />
Craig Knudsen Richard Miqueli<br />
Kevin Daly Carolyn McClary<br />
Arthur Scalzo Michael King<br />
Mark Kimes Vincent Madera<br />
Thomas Nichols Robert Finger<br />
John Bruckbauer Karin Fitzgerald<br />
Gilbert Sanchez Fr. Joseph Orlandi<br />
Joseph Marziotto, Jr. Eric Gonzalez<br />
Maureen Madden Banavige Ben Donahue<br />
Steven Sandoval John Freiberger<br />
Joshua Zubiale Randy Collins<br />
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If you have a service member or know <strong>of</strong> someone who is serving our<br />
country and you would like their name added to this list, please write<br />
their names on a slip <strong>of</strong> paper and place it in the collection basket on<br />
weekends. If they have returned, please let us know too!<br />
CALENDAR CLUB<br />
Congratulations to the next set <strong>of</strong> winners for our Calendar Club:<br />
<strong>April</strong> 16 - $50 - 733 - Kathleen & Kevin Sebade<br />
<strong>April</strong> 17 - $25 - 816 - St. Thomas More Outreach<br />
<strong>April</strong> 18 - $25 - 852 - Marti & John White<br />
<strong>April</strong> 19 - $25 - 431 - Bob & Diane Weisz<br />
<strong>April</strong> 20 - $25 - 47 - Bob & Judy Reilly<br />
<strong>April</strong> 21 - $25 - 296 - Phil & Lorraine Purcell<br />
<strong>April</strong> 22 - $25 - 256 - Jack & Caroline DeSantis<br />
OUR 40th ANNIVERSARY—<br />
The possible events and celebrations suggested and further<br />
discussed at the last prep meeting are:<br />
January—Wine-tasting<br />
February—Pasta Party<br />
March—Irish/Italian Dinner; Parish New Parishioner Welcoming<br />
<strong>April</strong>—Parish Retreat; Silver & Gold & Fortieth Celebration;<br />
Earth Day 7 Parish Planting<br />
May—Parish Appreciation Party<br />
May Crowning<br />
Fishing Trip<br />
June—Lobster Fest; Tent Party; Concert; International Nite; Corpus<br />
Christi Celebration and Brunch<br />
July—Parish Nite at the LI Ducks; Golf Outing<br />
August—BBQ Tailgate Party or Block Party<br />
September—Beach Mass; Catechetical Celebration<br />
October—Blessing <strong>of</strong> Animals; Oktoberfest & Founder’s Reunion;<br />
Day <strong>of</strong> Prayer<br />
November—Nite at the Races Cocktail Party; Veteran’s Recognition<br />
<strong>Sunday</strong>; Military Bridge; Interfaith Thanksgiving Service at St.<br />
Thomas More<br />
December—Dominican Fathers Retreat; Choir Concert; Children’s<br />
Christmas Pageant; Anniversary Mass and Celebration<br />
January—New Year’s Eve Celebration<br />
SPAGHETTI DINNER & CHINESE AUCTION<br />
Troop 343 <strong>of</strong> the Boys Scouts <strong>of</strong> America will host their<br />
Annual Spaghetti Dinner with a Chinese Auction on Friday,<br />
May 19, at St. Thomas More Parish Center, beginning at 7pm.<br />
Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for children. Call John at<br />
631-234-3424 for tickets.<br />
SCRIP<br />
Scrip Sales Last Week: $ 6,075.<br />
SCRIP is available for many other stores. Check the list that is<br />
available at the Scrip desk. Scrip helps support our parish. There<br />
are other types <strong>of</strong> Scrip that you can order from a list that is<br />
available at the Scrip desk. You can order Scrip for stores, eateries,<br />
fuel and many other items. Try Scrip.<br />
SCRIP SELLERS NEEDED - If you have time after Masses to<br />
help in the sales <strong>of</strong> scrip, please tell Fr. Midura after any Mass. It is<br />
easy and takes very little <strong>of</strong> your time.<br />
STEWARDSHIP<br />
Last <strong>Sunday</strong>’s Collection: $ 9,484.<br />
<strong>Easter</strong> Collection to date: $ 43,111.<br />
We are grateful this week for all steward disciples in our parish who seek<br />
and find Jesus in the everyday.<br />
We thank everyone for their generosity and continued support <strong>of</strong> our<br />
parish.<br />
COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENTS<br />
(First Notice)<br />
HOLY FAMILY REGIONAL SCHOOL - will be having a plant sale<br />
on Fri., May 12 and Sat., May 13 from 9am to 4pm at Christ the King,<br />
Commack. Purchase your Spring flats, hanging baskets, and beautiful<br />
Mother’s day gift plants. Call Maryjo Haggerty at 262.0912 with any<br />
questions.<br />
DIOCESE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE JOB OPENINGS - Auditor,<br />
Apostolate Coordinator for Youth Ministry, Maintenance Mechanic - for<br />
job details call 516.678.5800.<br />
HEALING MASS - Monday, May 8, 7pm, at Immaculate Conception<br />
Center, Douglaston. Evening begins with Rosary, then Mass & Healing<br />
Service. Celebrant: Fr. Augustine Fernando.<br />
SELLING OR BUYING A HOME? - I am a long time resident <strong>of</strong><br />
Hauppauge and am an active member <strong>of</strong> our parish with over 9 years<br />
experience as a Full Time Licensed Real Estate Agent. If I can be <strong>of</strong><br />
service, please call Rita <strong>of</strong> Re/Max Summit at 631.462.2900 or cell<br />
516.509.5809.<br />
OUR LADY OF FATIMA DAY - Shrine <strong>of</strong> Our Lady <strong>of</strong> the Island,<br />
Eastport, Long Island. Exit 70 LIE) Begins at 10am, rain or shine. Call<br />
631.325.0661 for more info.<br />
MARIAN NIGHT - Rosary, Procession, May Crowning, Hymn,<br />
Fellowship, Refreshments. Christ the King Church, Commack on<br />
Tuesday, May 16, 7:<strong>30</strong>pm. Call Mary 543.5362 for more info.<br />
GOLF LESSONS—$<strong>30</strong> a session or $140 for 5 sessions. Given by Bill, a<br />
PGA member, at Dix Hill Country Club. Call 516.334.7964.<br />
FAMILY FESTIVAL <strong>2006</strong> - ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST HS, WEST<br />
ISLIP - May 17-21:Wed. - Fri., 6-10pm, Sat. 1-10pm, Sun. 1-5pm, Car<br />
raffle and lots <strong>of</strong> fun for the family. Call 631.587.8000, X116 for more<br />
info.<br />
DOMINICAN VILLAGE SPRING FEST <strong>2006</strong>—To support Senior<br />
Housing at Dominican Village. Saturday, May 20, 7pm, on the grounds <strong>of</strong><br />
Dominican Village, 565 Albany Avenue, Amityville. Dancing to the<br />
Boston Burglars. Tickets are $150 each or $1,<strong>30</strong>0 for a table <strong>of</strong> ten. For<br />
information, call Sister Honora at 631.841.4803.<br />
(Second Notice)<br />
DO YOU HAVE THE GIFT OF COMPASSION? - Become a home<br />
health aide - call for free training. Monica Jones, 631.979.8009<br />
HEALING WORKSHOPS— “A Walk Towards Grace”, a series <strong>of</strong><br />
healing workshops for those on the journey <strong>of</strong> grief, will be presented on<br />
Saturday, May 6, 10am to 11:<strong>30</strong>am, at the Branch Funeral Home, 190 East<br />
Main St., Smithtown. Facilitator is Patricia Jones, MS, a bereavement<br />
specialist. Program is free and is open to the public. Call 724.9500 for<br />
more information.<br />
RELIGION AND ROCK—Fr. Jim Vlaun <strong>of</strong>fers the following themes on<br />
his “Good News with Fr. Jim” radio show:<br />
<strong>April</strong> <strong>30</strong> - Prayer<br />
May 7 - The Great Outdoors<br />
May 14 - Family Living<br />
May 21 - Traditions<br />
May 28 - Memorial Day<br />
June 4 - Transitions in Our Lives<br />
June 11 - Having Possessions<br />
June 18 - Planning for the Future
<strong>April</strong> <strong>30</strong> <strong>2006</strong><br />
June 25 - Environment<br />
Radio on <strong>Sunday</strong>, 7am to 8am, WBAB 102.3 or 95.3. TV 29 on<br />
Monday and Friday at 9:45am and Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday at<br />
7:45pm, and <strong>Sunday</strong> at 8pm.<br />
USED CELL PHONES? - Bring them to the Church lobby drop-<strong>of</strong>f<br />
box so we can recycle them for cash.<br />
CEREAL BOX TOP COUPONS - Drop them <strong>of</strong>f in the Church<br />
lobby drop-<strong>of</strong>f box and we will use them to buy things for the students<br />
in our regional school.<br />
E-MAIL ADDRESSES<br />
Dr. Joan - StJoanArc@optonline.net<br />
Parish Secretary - Stm1@optonline.net<br />
Pat Chapin - Pchapin@optonline.net<br />
Mary Ellen Carroll - Mecarroll@optonline.net<br />
Outreach - Stmoutreach@optonline.net<br />
Youth ministry - JGSalesian@aol.com<br />
Justice & Peace - Natman32@aol.com<br />
Fr. Dahlke - RWDahlke@Jesuits.net<br />
Personal Prayer - SpiritualOrientations.com<br />
To contact a member <strong>of</strong> the Pastoral Council use either <strong>of</strong> the<br />
following:<br />
John Madden—MD35yrs@optonline.net<br />
Barbara & Joe Fratamico—BJFRAT@optonline.net<br />
Rev. Fr. Michael RAJ’s address:<br />
APEA-MEP<br />
8 Place du Parlement<br />
31000 Toulouse, France<br />
Tel- +33- 534 316 314<br />
e-mail: micraj@hotmail.com<br />
EASTER FLOWER DONATIONS - continued - We<br />
acknowledge those whose donations were received after the<br />
previous list was printed.<br />
<strong>Easter</strong> Flower donations in memory <strong>of</strong>:<br />
John N. Sellitto<br />
Florence & Peter van der Heiden<br />
Bridget & Ernest Howe<br />
Evelyn Ranfitle<br />
Martha Millar<br />
Joseph Vallette<br />
Eileen Kane, & Joseph Kane<br />
The Jaskowski & Bianotti parents<br />
Angela Policastro<br />
Mrs. Ellen Boland<br />
Joseph Lagrasta<br />
Anthony Grancio<br />
Keith Estherson<br />
Peter Lombardi<br />
Michael Casolaro<br />
James P. & James V. Imbriale<br />
The Cronin & Gunsel families<br />
Maria Capobianco<br />
The Barry & McAleer families<br />
George & Mary Church<br />
We acknowledge the generosity <strong>of</strong>:<br />
Ms. Veronica Mattes<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Rubino<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Paul Lanzillotta<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Damian Scarfo<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Carroll<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Donald Papile<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Martin Carrano<br />
Seventh<br />
<strong>Third</strong> <strong>Sunday</strong><br />
<strong>Sunday</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Easter</strong><br />
<strong>Easter</strong><br />
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PARISH REGISTRATION REQUEST<br />
I/we would like to become registered parishioners <strong>of</strong> St. Thomas<br />
More Parish. Please contact me with the appropriate information.<br />
NAME(s):<br />
ADDRESS:<br />
PHONE:<br />
( ) I/we would like to register in the parish.<br />
( ) Please send contribution envelopes.<br />
( ) I am already registered in the parish but do not receive<br />
contribution envelopes. I would like to receive them.<br />
(Please place in collection basket or mail to Church Office)<br />
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SICK LIST UPDATE - If you wish to have someone who is ill<br />
remembered in the printed list, kindly submit their names<br />
through the collection basket or to the Church <strong>of</strong>fice by Monday<br />
for inclusion in the following week’s bulletin. This current list<br />
expires the end <strong>of</strong> May.<br />
PRAYING FOR THE SICK<br />
Please include the following in the bulletin sick list.<br />
Name <strong>of</strong> person who is ill:<br />
___________________________________________________<br />
Person Making Request:<br />
DATE: ______________________________<br />
(Please place in collection basket or drop <strong>of</strong>f at church <strong>of</strong>fice if you<br />
wish to have someone remembered in prayer.)<br />
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PARISH FISHING TRIP<br />
I/we would like to go on the Parish Fishing Trip that will take<br />
place on May 17.<br />
NAME(s);<br />
PHONE:<br />
( ) going x $55 each = amount enclosed $ _________<br />
(Please return via the collection or to the Church Office)<br />
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CATHOLIC MINISTRIES APPEAL<br />
I/we would like to made a pledge to the <strong>2006</strong> Catholic Ministries<br />
Appeal.<br />
NAME(s):<br />
ADDRESS:<br />
PHONE:<br />
TYPE OF PLEDGE<br />
(Please indicate)<br />
__ $5,000 __ $2,500<br />
__ $1,500 __ $1,000<br />
__ $750 __ $500<br />
__ $<strong>30</strong>0 __ Other = $ ______________<br />
(Please make checks payable to: Catholic Ministries Appeal.<br />
If you make an initial payment, you will be sent a monthly status<br />
reminder from the Appeal Office)<br />
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Page 8 <strong>Third</strong> <strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Easter</strong><br />
CHURCH MINISTRIES<br />
THINKING ABOUT BECOMING A LITURGICAL<br />
MINISTER OR WANT TO SHARE YOUR TAL-<br />
ENTS?<br />
Please complete the following form:<br />
I would like to volunteer myself in the following<br />
parish ministry:<br />
( ) Altar Server ( ) Hospitality<br />
( ) Usher ( ) Greeter<br />
( ) RCIA ( ) Liturgy with Children<br />
( ) Lector ( ) Eucharistic Minister<br />
( ) Consolation Minister ( ) Landscaping/Planting<br />
( ) Plumber ( ) Electrician<br />
( ) Painter ( ) Handy Man/Woman<br />
( ) Rosary Altar Society ( ) Scrip sellers<br />
( ) Caring for Altar Plants<br />
NAME:<br />
PHONE:<br />
(Please return to Church Office at your convenience)<br />
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IMPATIENS AND GERANIUMS<br />
I/we would like to reserve the following number <strong>of</strong><br />
8” pots <strong>of</strong> New Guinea Impatiens and/or Geraniums.<br />
NAME:<br />
PHONE:<br />
( ) Pots <strong>of</strong> New Guinea Impatiens<br />
( ) Pots <strong>of</strong> Geraniums.<br />
( ) Total “x” $11.50 each = $ ________ enclosed.<br />
(Please return to Church Office with payment)<br />
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OUR PARISH WELCOMES<br />
NEW MEMBERS AT THE<br />
EASTER VIGIL—Here are some<br />
<strong>of</strong> the photos taken during the<br />
<strong>Easter</strong> Vigil when some received<br />
the Sacrament <strong>of</strong> Baptism (those<br />
who were baptized previously as<br />
Christians made a Pr<strong>of</strong>ession <strong>of</strong><br />
Faith) and all received the<br />
Sacrament <strong>of</strong> Confirmation and<br />
then the Sacrament <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Eucharist.<br />
<strong>April</strong> <strong>30</strong>, <strong>2006</strong>
<strong>April</strong> <strong>30</strong>, <strong>2006</strong> Seventh <strong>Third</strong> <strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Easter</strong><br />
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Are you presently unemployed and looking for a part-time or full-time job? Do you have or know <strong>of</strong> any job openings?<br />
If so, call our Employment Services Office, 234-4629 and leave a message for Mae Devine or call Mae on Monday mornings. Calls will be<br />
kept in strict confidence.<br />
POSITIONS AVAILABLE<br />
Babysitter - For 21 month old child, 4 days, Mon. & Thurs. - 8:15am to 5:<strong>30</strong>pm, Wed. & Fri. - 9:<strong>30</strong>am to 2:<strong>30</strong>pm.<br />
Babysitter - For 5 year old. 8:00pm to midnight every other weekend.<br />
Babysitter—For 6 year old boy, to put on bus - 6:<strong>30</strong>am or 7am.<br />
Counter Person - Hauppauge - Counter person needed to make sandwiches. Retirees welcome.<br />
Credit Union - Hauppauge - Job opening People’s Alliance Federal Credit Union, bi-lingual - F/T - benefits<br />
Domestic Help - 1 - 2 days per week after school. Transport 13 year-old to app.<br />
Housekeeper - 1 day per week - 4 hours.<br />
Housekeeper—Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm, $8 to $12 per hour. For cleaning, cooking, laundry. No babysitting. Benefits<br />
after 3 months.<br />
Housekeepers - Molly Maids - Many positions available.<br />
Housekeepers - FT/PT positions for small <strong>of</strong>fices and homes.<br />
Live In Nanny for 7 year old in Smithtown.<br />
Nanny - 5 year old girl - variable weekdays and Saturday 9am to 6pm.<br />
Mgt/Non-Mgt Positions Available - St. Francis Hospital, Roslyn. Contact Human Resources directly.<br />
Small Appliance Repair Shop - Commack for electric and mechanical repairs - FT/PT.<br />
Somers Stain Glass Corp. - Deer Park - Apprentice/craftsman, cutting, glazing stained glass.<br />
Telemarketer - No Selling - Basic computer skills, clear telephone voice, Hauppauge, $9. per hour to start.<br />
Temp Positions - Nassau/Suffolk - Looking for help in various <strong>of</strong>fices, factories, warehouses. Excellent benefits - Bonus -<br />
Medical.<br />
Various Positions - Hauppauge Account Executives, Production Personnel, Entry Level, Clerks, S<strong>of</strong>tware Engineer, Ware-<br />
house, Shipping/Receiving.<br />
St. Thomas More Employment Services<br />
See “Civil Service Notice” posted on the bulletin board for future Civil Service Exams. For more information about any<br />
<strong>of</strong> the listed positions please call 234-4629. Note - All babysitting, infant child care, nanny, home care aides, etc. positions<br />
are in the child’s home. References are required for all <strong>of</strong> these positions including nursing aides, home health care aides,<br />
etc. It is the responsibility <strong>of</strong> the employer to check all references prior to hiring.<br />
****We have a list <strong>of</strong> names <strong>of</strong> those willing to baby-sit in their homes.<br />
****We have a list <strong>of</strong> certified tutors for all Grades.