They're looking for people to tell the story of how Jesus in the Eucharist changed their lives: are you willing to send your witness story to the Cardinal's office? Click here, and hopefully your story inspires us all!
Do you know someone who is carrying the grief of a past abortion? There is always hope. The pain and sorrow of abortion does not need to endure for a lifetime. A “Day of Prayer and Healing” offers the opportunity to experience the love and mercy of God and to respond to His invitation to begin the journey of healing the wound of abortion. Upcoming dates in the NYC area are: Nov. 5, Jan. 14, and Feb. 4 in English, and Oct. 15 and May 6 in Spanish. For more dates, locations, and confidential registration, or just to talk to a Sister, please call the Sisters of Life at (866) 575-0075 (toll free) or reach us by email at hopeandhealing@sistersoflife.org.
The members of the organization Desfile Mariano de New York, Inc. and affiliated associations, Dominican Sunday, Marian Ministry, and Saint Mother Teresa of Calcutta Award continue to fail to comply with the policies and procedures of the Archdiocese of New York and are distributing information inaccurately suggesting that they are affiliated with the Archdiocese of New York. They are not. Members of these organizations have been actively present at the parishes and/or Catholic institutions. The Archdiocese of New York, its parishes, clergy, religious, institutions and hierarchy cannot support or have any affiliation with Desfile Mariano de Nueva York, Inc., or its allied associations. Accordingly, the organization is not permitted to use the name, trademark, parishes, clergy, religious, and hierarchy of the archdiocese to advertise or announce any activity or ministry. Effective immediately, any and all parish activities purportedly associated with Desfile Mariano de Nueva York, Inc. and/or its associations are hereby suspended.
To report an alleged incident of sexual abuse of a minor by a priest, deacon, religious or lay person serving in the Archdiocese of New York may contact the victims assistance coordinator, Mrs. Eileen Mulcahy at 646-794-2949 or victimsassistance@archny.org. Information can also be found on the archdiocesan website, www.archny.org. In keeping with archdiocesan policy regarding sexual abuse of minors, this announcement is published periodically to ensure that our children remain safe and secure.
On Wednesdays (but not the first Wednesday of the month), someone from Catholic Charities will be here at the parish office from 10am-1pm to answer questions about SNAP assistance, housing options, rent and bills assistance, and food pantry options. No appointment is necessary to speak with them.
Some parishioners are organizing a new “men’s cycling club”, to grow together in faith, fitness, and fraternity. They’re setting up a ride to a park on Saturday, June 11, for the first time: if anyone has a bike and wants to join them, he can speak with Ivan Peralta or contact the office.
Get ready for a very intense June: three back-to-back Sundays will see the Pentecost Vigil at the Cathedral (Saturday, June 4), our parish festival with our Confirmation Mass for this year (Sunday, June 12), and then the “40 Hours” adoration leading up to the Corpus Christi street procession and our First Communion Mass (Sunday, June 19). Then, at the end of July, everyone will be invited to our Parish Family Day at a picnic park upstate.
Columbia University is looking for Hispanic caregivers to help with a study: those who participate will receive a $50 gift card. Click here for details.
