AUGUST 6TH, 2017 THE TRANSFIGURATION OF THE LORD00pm Gomez– Echeverry Family TUESDAY, AUGUST 8 (Saint Dominic) 8:00am atherine Ward Edgardo DeMesa WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9 (Saint Teresa

SECOND COLLECTIONS/ SEGUNDA COLECTA

August 27, 2017– There will be a second collection after communion for our Parish Maintenance. Your donations, as always, are very much appreciated. 27 de Agosto 2017– Habra una segunda colecta después de la comunión para nuestro mantenimiento parroquial. Sus donaciones, como siempre, son muy apreciadas.

DEDICATED OFFERINGS

The Sanctuary Lamp is burning for John Gil

This was requested by Agnes Gil

Altar Bread & Wine has been offered for Our Parish Family

Altar Candles are offered for Our Parish Family

Altar Flowers are offered for Our Parish Family

OLMC MASS INTENTIONS SATURDAY, AUGUST 5 (The Dedication of the Basilica of Saint Mary Major) 8:00am Dennise Brennan 5:00pm Veronica MacKenzie SUNDAY, AUGUST 6 (The Transfiguration of the Lord) 8:00am Riener Fuchs 9:00am Madonna Degl’Angeli 10:00am Living & Deceased Members of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Rosary Society 11:15am Robert Dowd 12:30pm Edisson Ramiro Nivicela 7:00pm Parish Family MONDAY, AUGUST 7 (Saint Sixtus II) 8:00am Raffaele & Sabbia Carullo 12:00pm Gomez– Echeverry Family TUESDAY, AUGUST 8 (Saint Dominic) 8:00am Catherine Ward 12:00pm Edgardo DeMesa WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9 (Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross) 8:00am Desmond Joyce 12:00pm Rosalie Nicolosi THURSDAY, AUGUST 10 (Saint Lawrence) 8:00am Joseph Stockinger 12:00pm Joan Forhane FRIDAY, AUGUST 11 (Saint Clare) 8:00am Norma Soto 12:00pm John Gil SATURDAY, AUGUST 12 (Saint Jane France de Chantal) 8:00am Paquita Hernandez 5:00pm John Lenoci SUNDAY, AUGUST 13 (Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time) 8:00am Marianna & Augustine Garcia (50th Wedding Anniversary) 9:00am Margherita Carullo D’Innocentis 10:00am Ilse Littek 11:15am Maria & Santo Collura 12:30pm Angela Calixto 7:00pm Parish Family

WEDDINGS/BODAS Wedding arrangements should generally be made 6 months in advance.

Arreglos para bodas generalmente deben hacerse 6 meses en avance.

PRAY FOR THE SICK If you have a family member you wish to be prayed for, please let us know immediately and we will be happy to pray for them. The names will remain on the sick list for three weeks and thereafter repeated as requested.

Week 1:

Week 2: Lucille Hartman Michael Concannon Michael O’Malley Michael Lee Ilene Lee Danial O’Connnell Matthew Conroy

Week 3: Robert Salerni Kevin Wooley Robert Lohman George Agius Robert Dempsey Pedro Acevedo Victor Mayo Marie Dowd Bruno Mazza Cruz Acevedo Nancy Collins James Leung

The Transfiguration of the Lord First Reading: Daniel 7:9-10 In his vision of heaven, Daniel sees a human being coming on the clouds of heaven who receives sovereignty, glory and kingship. Second Reading: 2 Peter 1:16-19 Peter gives his version if what he saw and heard on the holy mountain. Gospel: Matthew 17:1-9 Jesus is transfigured in the presence of the disciples Peter, James & John.

AUGUST 6TH, 2017— THE TRANSFIGURATION OF THE LORD

PURGATORIAL SOCIETY We pray for the souls in Purgatory every first Friday of the month. You may enroll names in the Purgatorial Society to be prayed for one year for a donation of $10.00. The following have been enrolled: Galton Olmedo Martin James Carney Robert Edward Fitzgerald, Eugenio Acevedo Margarita Acevedo Dostall Wasyl Bodnar John Bodnar Anna Danyluk John Pojet Julia Santiago James Greene Padric O’Connell

PRAY FOR OUR DECEASED

We try to keep the schedule that is printed in the bulletin as accurate as possi-ble. For the most up-to-date calendar please visit our website at mountcarmelasto-ria.org. Times shown may reflect set up and clean up time; please look in the bulletin for more information for events. Thank you.

Sunday August 6

10:30am– 12:30pm Cursillo Guadalupe A/B 11:30pm– 12:30pm Czech Community Lourdes A/B

Monday August 7

6:30pm– 8:00pm School of Mariachi Guadalupe A 7:00pm– 9:00pm Grupo de Apoyo Fatima

Tuesday August 8 7:00pm– 9:00pm Ravenswood Lions Club Guadalupe A

Thursday August 10

7:30pm– 9:00pm Guadalupe Canciones Fatima

Friday August 11 6:00pm– 9:00pm Spanish Choir Nazareth 7:00pm– 10:00pm Jornada Group Guadalupe A

Saturday August 12

All Day F. Miller Gym 9:00am– 12:00pm AA Meeting Guadalupe A/B+ Fatima 10:00am– 1:00pm Saturday Lessons in Faith Lourdes A/B 3:30pm– 7:00pm Adult Sewing Group Lourdes A/B 4:00pm– 5:30pm SIA Fatima

BAPTISMS IN 2017/ BAUTISOS EN 2017 BAPTISM SCHEDULE—ENGLISH

WEDNESDAY SUNDAY Conference 8:00pm- Institute Ceremony 2:00 pm August 23, 2017 August 27, 2017 September 20, 2017 September 24, 2017 October 18, 2017 October 22, 2017 November 22, 2017 November 26, 2017

HORARIO DE BAUTISMOS—ESPANOL

MIERCOLES DOMINGO Charla 8:00pm— Instituto Ceremonia 2:00pm 9 de Agosto 2017 13 de Agosto 2017 6 de Septiembre 2017 10 de Septiembre 2017 11 de Octubre 2017 15 de Octubre 2017 8 de Noviembre 2017 12 de Noviembre 2017

Entrance Antiphon Deus in loco sancto suo; Deus qui inhabitare facit unanimes in domo, ipse dabit virtutem et fortitudinem plebe suae. God is in his holy place, God who unites those who dwell in his housel he himself gives might and strength to his people.

Offertory Antiphon Exaltabo te Domine, quoniam suscepisti me, nec delestasti in-imicos meos super me: Domine clamavi ad te, et sanasti me. I will extol you, O Lord, for you have drawn me up, and have not let my enemies rejoice over me. O Lord, I cried out to you, and you have healed me.

Communion Antiphon Simile est regnum caelorum homini negotiatori, quaerenti bonas margaritas: inventa una pretiosa margarita, dedit omnia sua, et comparavit eam. The Kingdom of Heaven is alike a merchant who travels in search of fine pearls and who, on finding one of great price, sold every-thing and bought it.

SUNDAY 8AM MASS ANTIPHONS THIS WEEK AT OLMC PARISH INSTITUTE

THE FIVE FIRST SATURDAYS OF REPARATION TO THE IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY

“I PROMISE TO ASSIST AT THE HOUR OF DEATH WITH THE GRACE NECESSARY FOR SALVATION ALL THOSE WHO, WITH THE INTENTION OF MAKING REPARATION TO ME, WILL ON THE FIRST SATURDAY OF FIVE CONSECUTIVE MONTHS GO TO CONFESSION, RECEIVE HOLY COMMUNION, SAY FIVE DEC-ADES OF THE BEADS, AND KEEP ME COMPANY FOR 15 MIN. WHILE MEDITATING ON THE MYSTERIES OF THE ROSARY.” - FROM THE BLESSED MOTHER TO SISTER LUCIA

SEPTEMBER 2

OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL (LOWER CHURCH) - MASS AT 8 AM

ROSARY (FOLLOWS AFTER THE MASS) A DVD PRESENTATION AT 10 A.M.—

(PARISH CENTER- LOURDES RM.)

VOCATION STATION

2017 Catholic Day Saturday, September 9 • Citi Field Join the Mets and the Diocese of Brooklyn at Citi Field for Catholic Day on September 9.

The day of worship and fellowship will begin with morning Mass at Citi Field from 9:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., followed by fun, food, and games provided by DeSales Media Group in the Marina East Parking Lot.

Fans are then invited back at 7:10 p.m. to join us for the game against the Reds. Hundredfold Workshop April 14, 2018 • Immaculate Conception Center Next Spring, the Diocese of Brooklyn will welcome Rhonda Grue-newald, the author of Hundredfold: A Guide to Parish Vocation Ministry, for the Hundredfold Workshop to teach people how to foster vocations in their parishes. All clergy, religious, and laypeo-ple in the diocese are invited. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend as we work to create a culture of vocations!

VOCATION PRAYER GROUP Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio has declared that in Brooklyn and Queens we will celebrate a “Year of Vocations,” starting Friday, August 4th. We have a “Vocations Prayer Group” which will meet every Sunday for a year starting on Sunday, August 6th at 9AM in the UPPER CHURCH.

ST. MARGARET MARY

THIS WEEK AT ST. MARGARET MARY

SUNDAY, AUGUST 6th

• 10:00 am– AA Meeting (English)- Rectory

• 11:30 a.m. Spanish Faith Sharing Group – (Hall)

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9nd:

• 7:00 p.m. Spanish Prayer Group – (Hall + Chapel)

• 7:30 pm– AA Meeting (English)- Rectory

HORA SANTA, ADORACION Y BENEDICION DEL SANTISIMO SACRAMENTO

Cada primer Sabado del mes en Santa Margarita María de 7:00pm a 9:00pm. Todos estan Invitados.

AA MEETING (ENGLISH)

Sundays -10am -11am- Closed Discussion Meeting Wednesday– 7pm– 8pm- Step Meeting

(Tradition Last Wednesday of the Month) in the Rectory Room

RUMMAGE SALE/ VENTA There will be a rummage sale on August 15, 16 & 17. Doors open at 9:00am.

Habra una venta el 15, 16 y 17 de Agosto. Las puertas se abren a las 9:00am.

MASS INTENTIONS THIS WEEK

SUNDAY, AUGUST 6th (The Transfiguration of the Lord) 10:15 am Carolina Oernice

INCOME TAX PREPARATION St. Margaret Mary

9-18 27 Ave. Astoria, NY 11102

Federal and NY State Forms You may be eligible for earned income

tax credit OBTAIN TAXPAYER

IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

Call Denise for more info: (718) 721-9020

IMPUESTOS (INCOME TAX) SE PREPARAN AQUÍ: Santa Margarita María

9-18 27 Ave. Astoria, NY 11102

Formulario Federal y Estatal de NY Usted hasta pueda calificar para el crédito de los impuestos de salario

Obtenga su número de identificación de impuestos

Llame a Denise para más información al: (718) 721-9020

ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL/CAMPAÑA CATOLICA ANUAL As of August 1st 2017, we have 254 donors who have pledged $61,994 towards our parish goal of $59,118. Over $46,000 has been collected thus far. Pledge envelopes are still available at the church doors and in the rectory. Please remember we need many new people to pledge this year if we are going to make our goal. No pledge is too small and everyone can help our campaign succeed.

A partir del 11 de julio del 2017, tenemos 247 donantes que han prometido $60,244 hacia nuestra meta de la parroquia de $59,118. Más de $43,000 se ha colectado hasta el momento. Los sobres todavía estan disponibles en las puertas de la iglesia y en la rectoría. Por favor recuerde que necesitamos mucha gente nueva a prometer este año si vamos a llegar a nuestra meta. Ninguna doncaion es demasiado pequeña y todos podemos ayudar a que nuestra campaña tenga éxito.

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT—FIRST FRIDAYS Spiritual writers speak of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament as the Mass held in contemplation”. As a way of encouraging devotion to the Eucharist, we invite everyone to spend some time before the Blessed Sacrament each First Friday of the month. Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will take place after the 8:00 am Mass until the 12 Noon Mass. Come join us in prayer.

ACADEMIA DE MARIACHI NUEVO AMANECER El comite Guadalupano de Nuestra Señora del Monte Carmelo estan ofreciendo clases de musica de mariachi los lunes de 7:00pm a 9:00pm en el instituto parroquial. Para mas informacion comuniquese con el Señor Valentin Martinez al 646.841.6224.

DONATIONS TO OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL OR SAINT MARGARET MARY

Donations are always accepted and appreciated at Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Saint Margaret Mary including household items & clothing. We ask that books of any kind please be donated to your nearest library where they could be put to its best use. We will no longer be accepting food dona-tions. We appreciate the kind hearts and thoughtfulness of people who donate. If possible, please bring your donations directly to Saint Margaret Mary, thank you.

DIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR CONTRIBUTION ENVELOPES?

If you did not receive your contribution envelopes, please use a blank envelope and write your name and envelope number on the front. If you do no remember your envelope number please write down your address so we are able to credit your donation. Thank you very much!

SOCIETY OF SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL GIVES BACK

Our Lady of Mount Carmel should share in the profits. For every car, truck or van, running or not, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul will give back to our church $50/$100 per vehicle. Maybe you don’t have a vehicle, but a family member, friend or neighbor has an old or neglected vehicle that they would like to dispose of. Call the Society of St. Vincent de Paul at 718.491.2525. Thank you for your participation.

ADULT SEWING GROUP Interested in learning to sew? Already know how but need to brush up? Free lessons age 10+, alternate Saturdays at 3:30pm in the parish Institute of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Email Louise for specific meeting dates at [email protected] or check the parish website calendar.

ST. MARGARET MARY FOOD PANTRY NEWS In the month of July 2017 a total of 1,659 people were served. This included 699 children, 757 adults and 203 seniors.

DEVOCION A LA DIVINA MISERICORDIA El grupo devocional a la Divina Misericordia se reune cada segundo Sabado del mez a las 3pm en la capilla de Santa Margarita Maria.

“DREAM ACT” DEFERRED ACTION APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE & CONSULTS RE. ADMINISTRATIVE RELIEF

If you have any questions or would like to set up an appointment please call at 718-721-9020.

ACCION DIFERIDA - ASISTENCIA CON ALIVIO ADMINISTRATIVO Las aplicaciones para la acción diferida para los llegados en la infancia es-tán disponibles. Si usted tiene alguna pregunta y/o quiere hacer una cita por favor llamar al 718-721-9020.

PARISH BULLETIN BOARD

DE EL PASTOR Queridos amigos, Estamos contentos de dar la bienvenida a Padre Peter John Nwadimkpa para su noveno año de servir a nuestra par-roquia en el verano. Él estará con nosotros durante los meses de agosto y septiembre, antes de regresar a Nigeria, donde se desempeña como director de la Escuela Técnica Arzobispo Heerey, una escuela de chicos en Onitsha, Nigeria. “Padre PJ” nos ayuda con misas en ingles, español e italiano, y con su comportamiento amistoso y pastoral en todas las cosas. Por favor, darle la bienvenida. También tenga una bienvenida a otro huésped para el mes de agosto, es decir, Padre Joshy Vazhappilly de las Carmel-itas de María Inmaculada, originario de la India. Padre Joshy será que reside aquí en OLMC al tiempo que cubre el hospital y Rehab 21 St durante el tiempo de vacaciones del capellán regu-lar, el padre Jean Laguerre. la comunidad religiosa del padre es uno de los de mayor crecimiento en el mundo, con los sacer-dotes que sirven en varias parroquias de nuestra diócesis, in-cluyendo nuestro vecino Padre Liju de la Inmaculada Concep-ción, que es conocido por muchos de ustedes. Agosto es el último mes para registrar a los niños en las escuelas públicas para clases de catecismo (educación relig-iosa o CCD). Por favor asegúrese de que sus hijos están inscri-tos en clases para aprender su fe. Incluso si usted no tiene hi-jos para CCD, puede ser un evangelizador y recuerde a sus vecinos con los niños para inscribirlos. Les recordamos que los niños deben estar inscritos en la educación religiosa continua-mente después de la primera comunión todos los años de la escuela con el fin de ser elegible para la Confirmación en el octavo grado - es decir, seis años de educación religiosa antes de la Confirmación. Aquellos que faltan años después de la primera comunión tendrá que recibir la confirmación después del octavo grado. Recuerde: nuestra formación religiosa es un proceso de toda la vida. Y recuerden que el sacramento de Confirmación es uno de los requisitos para la celebración de quince años en nuestra diócesis. Dios los cuide, Mons. Sean G. Ogle

FROM THE OGLE OFFICE Dear friends,

We are happy to welcome back Father Peter John

Nwadimkpa for his ninth year serving our parish in the sum-

mer. He will be with us for the months of August and Sep-

tember before returning to Nigeria where he serves as the

headmaster for the Archbishop Heerey Technical School, a

boys vocational school in Onitsha, Nigeria. Father PJ helps us

with Masses in English, Spanish and Italian, and with his

friendly pastoral demeanor in all things. Please welcome

him, and offer him a tennis match if you can.

Also please extend a welcome to another guest for

the month of August, namely Father Joshy Vazhappilly of

the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate, a native of India. Father

Joshy will be residing here at OLMC while covering the hos-

pital and Nursing Home during the vacation time of the reg-

ular chaplain, Father Jean Laguerre. Father’s religious com-

munity is one of the fastest growing in the world, with

priests serving in several parishes in our diocese, including

our deanery neighbor Father Liju from Immaculate Concep-

tion, who is known to many of you. However, I don’t know

whether or not he plays tennis!

August is the last month to register children in pub-

lic schools for religious education classes (CCD). Please make

sure your children are enrolled in classes to learn their faith.

Even if you don’t have children for CCD, you can be an evan-

gelizer and remind your neighbors with children to enroll

them. We remind you that children must be enrolled in reli-

gious education continuously after First Communion every

year of school in order to be eligible for Confirmation in

eighth grade -- that is, six years of religious education before

Confirmation. Those who miss years after First Communion

will have to receive Confirmation after eighth grade. Re-

member: our religious formation is a lifelong process.

God love you,

Msgr. Sean G. Ogle

¡INSCRIPSIONES ABIERTAS YA PARA LA CARRERA GUADALUPANA!

COMITÉ CARRERA GUADALUPANA *RECIBID LA LUZ DE CRISTO* DE LA IGLESIA DE NUESTRA SRA DE MONTE CARMELO Y SANTA MARGARITA MARIA EN ASTORIA QUEENS LES HACE LA CORDIAL INVITACIÓN A PARTICIPAR ESTE 12-12-2017 EN LA CARRERA GUADALUPANA BROOKLYN QUEENS TODOS LOS DOMINGOS DESPUÉS DE LA MISA EN ESPAÑOL 12:30 PM. INFORMACIÓN GENERAL 347-998-4505 Lucia Perez.

¡INSCRÍBETE Y PARTICIPA! Las personas que gusten recibir la imagen de Nuestra Santa Madre Nuestra Sra de Guadalupe y un Santo Rosario en su casa para los meses de Agosto Septiembre u Octubre la fechas están libres, favor de contactarnos al mismo número.

Que es la Luz de Cristo? Es una caminata/ peregrinacion en respuesta al llamado del Obispo Nicholas DiMarzio a unir la comunidad Mexicana y Guadalupana en la Diocesis de Brooklyn y Queens.

Recordamos la aparicion de Nuestra Señora el 12 de Diciembre saliendo de Co-Catedral de San Jose rumbo a cada parroquia llevando una antorcha ensendida como simbolo de la luz de Jesus en nuestra vida.

PARISH BULLETIN BOARD

Catholic Teaching on Cremation Questions and Answers from the Bishops of New York State

A Catholic Guide to Cremation Due to the changing trends in funeral practices, the Bishops of New York State have prepared this brochure to answer common questions regarding the important elements of Church teaching concerning cremation. The responses are consistent with the U.S. Bishops’ “Order of Christian Funerals” and “Reflections on the Body, Cremation, and Catholic Funeral Rites” documents, which were consulted as source material.

What is cremation? Cremation (using fire and heat) is the process by which the body of the deceased is reduced to its basic elements. Cremation is permitted for Catholics as long as it is not chosen in denial of Christian teaching on the Resurrection and the sacredness of the human body.

Does the Church have a preference for either cremation or burial of the body of the deceased? Although cremation is permitted, Catholic teaching continues to stress the preference for burial or entombment of the body of the deceased. This is done in imitation of the burial of Jesus’ body. “This is the Body once washed in baptism, anointed with the oil of salvation, and fed with the bread of life. Our identity and self -consciousness as a human person are ex-pressed in and through the body...Thus, the Church’s reverence and care for the body grows out of a reverence and concern for the person whom the Church now commends to the care of God.” 1

What are the steps to be taken? When cremation is chosen for a good reason, the full course of the Order of Christian Funerals should still be celebrated, including the Vigil Service (wake), the Funeral Litur-gy, and the Rite of Committal. The preservation of this order allows for the greater expression of our beliefs and values, especially, the sacredness of human life, the digni-ty of the individual person and the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the firstborn of the dead. Through its funeral rites, the Church commends the dead to the merciful love of God and pleads for the forgiveness of their sins.

Should cremation occur before or after the funeral? The Church clearly prefers and urges that the body be present during the Vigil and Fu-neral Mass, and that if cremation is to be used, it take place following the Rite of Final Commendation. The cremated human remains would then be interred during the Rite of Committal. However, the diocesan bishop may for a good reason permit the cremat-ed remains to be present for the Funeral Liturgy.

What should become of the cremated remains following the funeral? Church teaching insists that cremated remains must be given the same respect as the body, including the manner in which they are carried and the attention given to their appropriate transport and placement. The cremated remains of a body are to be buried or entombed, preferably in a Catholic cemetery, and using the rites provided by the Order of Christian Funerals. The following are not considered to be reverent disposi-tions that the Church requires: scattering cremated remains, dividing cremated re-mains and keeping cremated remains in the home. The remains of a cremated body should be treated with the same respect given to the corporeal remains of a human body. This includes a worthy container to hold the cremated remains.

Conclusion If you are considering cremation, it is wise to discuss your choice with your family, your parish priest, or the Catholic Cemetery office. For further information on Catholic teachings on cremation, see the 1997 statement of the Bishops’ Committee on the Liturgy, Reflections on the Body, Cremation, and Catholic Funeral Rites, available from USCCB publications (800-235-8722). 1. Reflections on the Body, Cremation, and Catho-lic Funeral Rites, Committee on the Liturgy, USCCB, 1997

New York State Catholic Confrence 465 State Street

Albany, New York 12203 518.434.6195

[email protected] www.nyscatholic.org

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION

Religious Education applications are available in the parish office. Last day to register will be Thursday, August 31, 2017. You may come to register your child Monday through Friday 9:00am—8:30pm and Saturday from 9:00am-12:00pm. Please note: The religious education Coordinator, Ms. Nelly Gutierrez will only be in the office on Wednesdays 2:30pm—6:30pm from now until August 9 should you need to speak or meet with her. The best way to contact her is by email: [email protected].

INSCRIPCIONES PARA CATECISMO

Las inscripciones para el catecismo están disponibles en la oficina parroquial. El último día de inscripción es el jueves 31 de Agosto de 2017. Usted puede venir a la oficina a inscribir su hijo/a de lunes a Viernes de 9:00am a 8:30pm y los sábados de 9am a 12 del medio día. Nuestra coordinadora del programa la Sra. Nelly Gutiérrez estará solamente en la oficina los miércoles de 2:30pm a 6:30pm desde ahora hasta el 9 de Agosto. La mejor manera de comunicarse con ella es por correo electrónico: [email protected]

DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASS St. Mary’s Church LIC

1008 49th Avenue, L.I.C. St. Joseph Center - Saturday August 19, 2017 – 9:30am to 4:00pm 10% discount on Liability and Collision Insurance or up to 4 points removed from license record. Contact – Joe Ditaranto at 917-912-6422 or email [email protected]

EMERGENCY BLOOD DRIVE- AUGUST 27, 2017 DONACION DE SANGRE EL 27 DE AGOSTO 2017

Our Lady of Mount Carmel will host an emergency Blood Drive to reduce the chance of a blood shortage at hospitals and are in need of your help to prevent it! Please consider donating on August 27, 2017 from 9:00am– 3:00pm in the Parish Institute– Guadalupe Rooms. Please share this information with your family, friends & colleagues. More information will be posted as the date approaches. Nuestra Señora del Monte Carmelo tendra un evento de donacion de sangre para reducer el probabilidad de un corto de sangre el los hospitales y estan en necesidad de su ayuda para prevenirlo! Por favor considere donar el 27 de Agosto, 2017 de 9:00am– 3:00pm en el salon Guadalupe en el Instituto parroquial. Comparte esta informacion con su familia, amigos y colegas. Mas in-formacion se dara como se vaya aproximando la fecha

SUMMER MASS SCHEDULE/ HORARIO DE VERANO

The Sunday evening Mass at Our Lady of Mount Carmel is at 7:00pm from now until September 3rd, 2017. The Sun-day evening mass will go back to 5:00pm on September 10th, 2017. El horario de Misa de Verano comenzara el fin de semana de Memorial Day hasta el fin de semana de el Día del Tra-bajo inclusivo (28 de Mayo hasta el 4 de septiembre). La misa de los domingos por la tarde en Nuestra Señora del Monte Carmelo será a las 7:00pm, en vez de las 5:00pm.

PRAYER OF THE WEEK

Prayer to Know My Vocation Lord, I want to be happy in this life and spend eternity with You in the life to come. From the first moment of my existence, You knew my voca-tion. Please help me discover Your plan for my life. Help me to know myself. Help me to overcome my fears. Help me to want what you want. Help me to trust You completely. Send Your Holy Spirit into my mind and heart so I can see the gifts You have given me And hear Your call to serve the Church. Increase my desire to bring others to You and to help them reach heaven. Mary, Most Holy, Mother of God pray for me, that I can discover my vocation and have the courage to respond in faith. Amen. Submitted by Bernadette Santos Share your favorite prayers: [email protected]

PARISH BULLETIN BOARD

ST. FRANCIS PREP'S TACHS TEST PREPARATION PROGRAM

Saint Francis Prep offers a TACHS test preparation program for students sitting for the TACHS exam on Saturday, November 4, 2017. The goal of each class is to prepare students for Math and English Language Arts concepts and skills covered on the exam. Our own St. Francis Prep faculty and administration will teach and supervise the classroom sessions. Please arrive at the main en-

trance of the school at 3:45 PM sharp and bring a #2 pencil, and a one-subject notebook. Workbooks will be distributed at the first class. The entire fee of $180 must accompany the registration, which is non-refundable.

• This course does not guarantee admission or scholarship.

The TACHS program will be held from 3:45 to 5:45 PM on 5 consecutive Wednesdays:

September 27, October 4, October 11, October 18, October 25

For all inquiries please call Mrs. Nancy Williams (718) 423-8810 ext. 214 or email [email protected]

OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL FLEA MARKET Saturdays/ Sabados 8:00am– 6:00pm

Along Newtown Avenue A lo largo de la avenida Newtown

August 12 & 26, 2017 September 30, 2017

October 14 & 28, 2017

Space rental is $35.00. Please contact the rectory office for more information. Funds collected will be used for the cele-

bration of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

OLMC ONLINE UPDATES & RESOURCES You can request a copy of your Baptism, Communion, Confirma-tion or Marriage Certificates through our website. Under the Sac-raments tab click the sub-tab “Request a Certificate.” Fill in all the information and your certificate will be mailed to you or you can pick it up.

Puede pedir copias de certificados de Bautizo, Comunión, Confir-mación o Matrimonio por medio de nuestra pagina web. Bajo la pestaña de Sacramentos haga clic en “Request a Certifica-te” (Pedir un Certificado). Llene la información y su certificado será enviado a su casa o lo podrá recoger en la oficina. Para su conve-niencia la pagina web se ha traducido en ingles/ español.

www.mountcarmelastoria.org

OUR LADY OF FATIMA 100TH ANNIVERSARY Sunday, August 13th Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Our Lady's 1917 Apparition to the three shepherd children. World Apostolate of Fatima, Our Lady's Blue Army Shrine, 674 Mountain View Road East, Asbury, NJ 08802. Experi-ence the 150 acre scenic beauty and serenity of our out-door Shrine. 10:30 Confessions; 12:00 Outdoor Rosary Pro-cession; 12:30 pm Speaker: Rev. Chris Alar, Dir., Assoc. of Marian Helpers; 1:00 Holy Mass Celebrant: Most Rev. Kev-in C. Rhoades, Bishop of Ft. Wayne-S. Bend, Ind; 3:00 Divine Mercy Chaplet. Visit the Holy House USA with largest piece of tree upon which Our Lady stood, altar from Tuy, stone from Loreto. Visit the Angel Tabernacle carved according to the description of the Angel of Portugal by the Fatima seers.www.bluearmy.com 908-689-1700 A Jubilee Year Plenary Indulgence has been granted to this Shrine.

SAFE ENVIRONMENT The Diocese of Brooklyn wishes to do everything possible to see that all people, particularly children, are safe in all pastoral settings. Excuses and rationalizations for such criminal actions will not be accepted. To report sexual abuse involving diocesan personnel– priests, deacons, teachers, employees or volunteers at schools or parishes please call the Diocese of Brooklyn toll-free, confidential reporting number 1-888-634-4499.

OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM 2017-2018 Email: [email protected] 718-278-1834 x 14

Registration for Religious Education will be open during the months of May, June, July & August only. Please find the registration forms in the parish office. Complete the form and provide all certificates for each Sacrament that your child has already received and birth certificate. The registration fee is as follows: During the month of May there will be a discount. To receive this discount, you must register your child during the month of May with a 50% deposit of the registration fee. The balance must be paid before the first day of class: May Registration Fee: 1 child $60.00 2 children $90.00 3 children or more $120.00 (same family) During the months of June, July & August the registration fees are listed below. A 50% deposit must be paid at registration and the balance must be paid before the first day of class: Regular Registration Fees: 1 child $70.00 2 children $100.00 3 children $150.00 (same family) First day of class is Wednesday, September 13. First session from 4:30 to 5:45PM (For students who did not make First Communion) Second session from 6:00 to 7:15PM (For students who made First Communion) Thursday, September 14 from 6:00 to 7:15PM is the first day for last year of Confirmation and High School students.

NUESTRA SEÑORA DEL MONTE CARMELO PROGRAMA DE CATECISMO 2016-2017 Correo electrónico: [email protected]

718-278-1834 x 14

Las inscripciones para el programa de catecismo estarán abiertas durante los meses de Mayo, Junio, Julio y Agosto. Encuentre las aplicaciones en la oficina parroquial. Llene el cuestionario completo y provea los certificados de los Sa-cramentos recibidos y acta de nacimiento. La cuota de inscripción es la siguiente: Durante el mes de mayo solamente habrá un descuento. Para conservar este precio debe inscribirse en el mes de mayo y pagar la cuota o al menos en un 50% y la cuenta debe ser saldada antes del primer día de clases: Cuota de inscripción del mes de mayo: 1 niño (a) $60.00 2 niños (as) $90.00 3 niños (as) o más $120.00 (los niños deben ser de la misma familia) Durante los meses de junio, julio y agosto la cuota de inscripción está listada abajo un depósito del 50% es requerido durante la inscripción y la cuenta debe ser saldada antes del primer día de clases: Cuota de inscripción regular: 1 niño (a) $70.00 2 niños (as) $100.00 3 niños (as) o más $150.00 (los niños deben ser de la misma familia) El primer día de clases es el miércoles 13 de septiembre: Primera sesión de 4:30 a 5:45PM (para los niños/as que no han hecho primera comunión) Segunda sesión de 6:00PM a 7:15PM (para los que han hecho primera comunión) Jueves 14 de septiembre de 6:00PM a 7:15PM para estudiantes de último año de Confirmación y secundaria.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Religious Education Program 2017-2018 Email: [email protected]

Date: _________________ Language spoken at home: _______________________

Re-registration _________________ New registration ____________________

Circle one: How old is the child - 6-13 years old / 14-17 years old

Student: ________________________________________________________________________________

Last name First

Address: ________________________________________________ Zip code _________ Apt. # _______

Date of birth _____________________________ Place __________________________ Age_______

Phone number: home _____________________ work __________________ Cell ______________________

Emergency contact: ____________________________ Mother [ ] Father [ ] Relative [ ] Friend [ ]__________

Grade in September _______ School _______________ e-mail _______________________________________

Medical information: Allergies [ ] Asthma [ ] Other [ ] __________________________________________

Is your child in Special Education Program? ___________

Father’s Name _______________________________________ Living ______ Religion __________________

Mother’s Name _______________________ Maiden last name ____________ Living ___ Religion _______

Baptism date: ____________ Church _______________________ Address: _____________________________

First Communion date: ____________ Church _____________________ Address: _______________________

Was the child in our program? ____________ When? ________________ Level? __________________

Teacher’s name: _____________________________________________________________________

Register in Parish ____________________ if Yes which one _____________________________________

Please do not write below Please, bring all necessary documentation

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Tuition paid $ _________ Owes $ ___________ EXC: ___________ Registration taken by: _______________

Teacher’s Name: ________________________________________ Level: _________________

If child is not Baptized, birth certificate number: ___________________________________________________

1st ____ 2nd ____ 3rd _____ 4th ____ 5th _____ 6th ____ 7th ____ (young-Confirmation) ___________

Nuestra Señora de Monte Carmelo Programa de Catecismo 2017-2018

Correo electrónico: [email protected]

Fecha: _________________ Idioma que habla en la casa: _______________________

Re-inscripción _________________ Nueva inscripción ____________________

Encierre con un círculo la edad de su niño/a: 6-13 años / 14-17 años

Nombre: ________________________________________________________________________________

Apellido Nombre

Dirección: ________________________________________________ Código postal _________ Apt. # _______

Fecha de nacimiento _____________________________ Lugar __________________________ Edad _______

Número de teléfono: casa _____________________ Trabajo ________________ Celular __________________

Contacto en caso de emergencia: _____________________ Madre [ ] Padre [ ] Pariente [ ] Amigo [ ]_______

Grado escolar en Septiembre _____ Escuela ___________ correo electrónico ___________________________

Información médica: Alergias [ ] Asma [ ] Otra [ ] ______________________________________________

¿Está su niño/a en Educación Especial? ________

Nombre del padre _______________________________________ Vive ______ Religión __________________

Nombre de la madre _______________________ Apellido de soltera ____________ Vive ___ Religión _______

Fecha de bautizo: ____________ Parroquia _______________________ Dirección: ______________________

Fecha de Primera Comunión: ____________ Parroquia____________________ Dirección: _________________

¿Ha estado su niño en el catecismo? __________ ¿Cuándo? ________________ ¿Nivel? __________________

Nombre del maestro: _____________________________________________________________________

¿Está usted inscrito en alguna parroquia?_____ ¿Cuál? ____________________________________________

Favor de no escribir en la parte de abajo Favor de traer toda la documentación necesaria

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Tuition paid $ _________ Owes $ ___________ EXC: ___________ Registration taken by: _______________

Teacher’s Name: ________________________________________ Level: _________________

If child is not Baptized, birth certificate number: ___________________________________________________

1st ____ 2nd ____ 3rd _____ 4th ____ 5th _____ 6th ____ 7th ____ (young-Confirmation) ___________

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel

Blood Drive

Sunday, August 27, 2017 9:15am – 3:15pm

23-25 Newtown Ave, Astoria, NY Guadalupe Room

We need your help! Your donation will help to save up to THREE lives. Our community hospitals need your help. Please share this lifesaving gift!

Thank You for Caring!

Eligibility Criteria:

• Bring ID with signature or Donor card.

• Minimum weight 110 lbs.

• Eat well (low fat) & drink fluids

• No tattoos for past 12 months

• Age 16 – 75 (16 year olds must have parental permission. Age 76 and over need doctor’s note)

For questions concerning medical eligibility call 1-800-688-0900 www.nybc.org.

For more information please call Winnie Burke 718 278-1834