St. Patrick R.C. Church · 2020-07-26 · St. Patrick R.C. Church 280 East Main Street, Smithtown, New York 11787 “Christ with us. Christ before us. Christ behind us.” July 26,

St. Patrick R.C. Church 280 East Main Street, Smithtown, New York 11787

“Christ with us. Christ before us. Christ behind us.” July 26, 2020 - Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary

Congratulations to the Class of 2020! From all of us at St. Patrick’s, congratulations to all our graduates! Pictured here are graduates from our parish. They represent seven different high schools and four different colleges. Our prayers go with you as you begin a new phase of life! (See more on our graduates inside this bulletin.)

From the Pastor’s Desk

We are Here to Help!

Not only is the coronavirus a serious health crisis, it has brought about economic hardship as well. Please know that our Parish Outreach office is open from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday, should you be in need of food or other services. For the safety of all concerned, we will be serving people outside the rectory. Please call our office ahead of your visit at 631-265-2668 and speak through our intercom system at the side door of the rectory. Food items will be brought out to your car. If you are in the position to donate food, please bring donations to the Parish Outreach office between 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM. Please use our intercom system and we will pick up donations at the side door. During the summer months, food pantry donations typically decline. Please keep us in mind during the summer. Contributions of fresh produce from your gardens are also welcome.

Thank you for your generosity during these difficult times.

Who or what would we do anything for? While we dream about winning the lottery and having abundant cash at our fingertips, we know deep down in our hearts it is the people we would share it with, not just a resource for any and every whim and desire. But we don’t need financial security to have a treasure. In today’s Gospel (Matthew 13:44-52), Jesus tells the parable of the man who finds a buried treasure in a field and sells everything he has to acquire it. We are who we are because of the gift of life. When we were born, we were embraced as a treasure by our parents. As time passes, we come to see what a treasure our parents are to us. One of the great joys of being a priest is celebrating Baptisms and seeing the joy in the parents and all present with them. As we grow and mature we come to see that we not only have people who are a treasure in our lives, we also see we are a treasure. Not only are we treasures to one another, we are a treasure to God. That is why Jesus came into our world and into our lives. He made the ultimate sacrifice in giving His life for us on the cross. The fruit and life of that sacrifice fills us with His hopeful presence, love, and Spirit. In the first reading for Mass today (1 Kings 3:5, 7-12), we see God appearing to King Solomon telling him to ask for whatever he wants. Solomon’s response shows His treasure lies not in his power, position, or material wealth, but in God’s wisdom: "Give your servant, therefore, an understanding heart to judge your people and to distinguish right

from wrong. For who is able to govern this vast people of yours?” Seeking the treasure of God’s wisdom made Solomon a treasure to His people. How good it is to humbly recognize the love and goodness of God in our lives. All life is a gift from God. To live our lives every day with this belief opens our minds and hearts to the treasure our faith is, the treasure of the people in our lives are, and the treasure we are to God and one another. When we recognize the treasure we are to God, we can more easily recognize how we and everyone else are also treasures to Him. That is the road to inner and outer peace. I conclude with this passage from James 3:13-18: Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show his works by a good life in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth. Wisdom of this kind does not come down from above but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every foul practice. But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peaceable, gentle, compliant, full of mercy and good fruits, without inconstancy or insincerity. And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace for those who cultivate peace.

Masses for the Week Saturday, July 25th: 5:00 PM Mary & Frank Dwyer 8:00 PM Richard Bradish

Sunday, July 26th: 7:30 AM People of the Parish 9:00 AM St. Anne’s Prayer Group 10:30 AM Nicholas & Ann Comanzo 12:00 PM Ann Sullivan 5:00 PM Mary F. Smith

Monday, July 27th: 6:45 AM William Snak, Jr. 9:00 AM Louis Caporusso 12:10 PM Joseph Slevin 7:30 PM Odelia Correia

Tuesday, June 28th: 6:45 AM Special Intention 9:00 AM James Rowden 12:10 PM Willie Jo Roemer

Wednesday, July 29th: 6:45 AM The Kenna Family 9:00 AM Stephen Lee DeWitt 12:10 PM Julita Calingasan

Thursday, July 30th:

6:45 AM The Murray Family 9:00 AM Ann Romanizzi 12:10 PM Jane Muller

Friday, July 31st: 6:45 AM Maurice Fitzgerald 9:00 AM Carlos Pelayo 12:10 PM Krista DeStefano

Saturday, August 1st: 9:00 AM Legion of Mary and Deceased Members of the Parish 5:00 PM Josephine Licata 8:00 PM Antoinette Centrone

Sunday, August 2nd: 7:30 AM Peter Keenan 9:00 AM People of the Parish 10:30 AM Peter Scazzuso 12:00 PM James Giargiana 5:00 PM Joseph Fragapane

Treasure Communal Offering Sunday, July 19, 2020: $20,968.97. Offering Corresponding Sunday 2019: $25,485.50. Thank you for your generosity.

Our Pastoral Team Rev. Msgr. Ellsworth R. Walden, Pastor Rev. Thomas Acheampong, Associate Pastor

Rev. Abraham Thannickal, Associate Pastor Rev. Fred Hill, In Residence

Deacon Jerry Reda Mr. Joseph Menge, Business Manager

Mrs. Barbara Pellerito, School Principal Mrs. Elaina Kedjierski, Dir. of Religious Ed., Levels 1-4

Mrs. Peggy Soviero, Dir. of Religious Ed., Levels 5-8 Ms. Dianne Williams, Parish Social Minister

Ms. Cindy Marsh, Youth Administrator Mr. Josh Moore, Youth Minister

Contact Us Rectory - 265-2271

Rectory Fax - 863-1586 Parish Website: stpatricksmithtown.org

Outreach - 265-2668 Religious Forma on - 724-7454

St. Patrick School - 724-0285 School Website - spssmith.org Youth Community - 360-0185

Fr. Walden’s Email - [email protected] Parish Email - [email protected] Office Hours: Rectory 9 AM to 7 PM, Mon. - Fri.

9 AM to 5 PM Sat., 10 AM to 1 PM Sun. Parish Outreach:9:15 AM to 3:00 PM, Mon.—Fri.

Youth Community: 9 AM to 3 PM, Mon. - Fri. Religious Forma on: 9 AM to 3:30 PM, Mon. - Thurs.

St. Patrick’s Pastoral Council Email: [email protected] Parish Organiza ons

Bereavement Support: Call Outreach at 265-2668 Catholic Daughters: 1st Tues., 7 PM

Choir: Thurs. evening, 8 PM Columbie es: 2nd Sat. 10:30 AM

Jus ce & Peace: Once a month, 7:00 PM Outreach Ctr. Knights of Columbus: 2nd & 4th Tues., 8 PM Legion of Mary: Tues. mornings at 9:30 AM

Nocturnal Adora on Society: 3rd Sat. from 9 PM-7AM Pro Life Family: Last Thursday, 10:30 AM , Parish Center R.C.I.A. (Rite of Chris an Ini a on for Adults); 265-2271 Something for Seniors; 2nd & 4th Wed., 1 PM, 265-0034

Don’t spend your energies on things that generate worry, anxiety and anguish. Only one thing is necessary: Lift up your spirit, and love God. - St. Padre Pio of Pietreicina

St. Patrick Parish Social Ministry

Religious Formation

The Religious Formation Center is currently open with limited hours. Please feel free to contact us by phone, mail, and email. Those wishing to register for

class can do so online, or by downloading forms from our website to mail to us. Students new to our program need to enclose a copy of their Baptismal Certificate. To reach us by phone, call 631-724-7454, by email: [email protected] or visit our website by going to stpatricksmithtown.org, scrolling down to “Religious Formation, Grades 1-8.)

Pro-Life Rose St. Patrick’s Pro-Life Family invites you to dedicate a Pro-Life Rose for any intention by contacting Lisa by email at [email protected] or call 656-6343.

Your participation helps bring a greater awareness of the sacredness of all human life, especially the unborn. The cost is $10.

To arrange a memorial for Altar Bread and Wine, please call Diane Sperzel at 265-3307. Donation for the week is $50. Cards will be sent to the family.

Bread & Wine Memorial

EOC COVID-19 Emergency Assistance for Suffolk County

Through funding from the federal Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) program, the Economic Opportunity Council of Suffolk, Inc. is offering financial assistance to eligible Suffolk County residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The funding originates from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Financial hardships/need include food, funeral costs, rental expenses, broker fees, utility expenses, medical expenses, retraining expenses, clothing, bedding, toiletries, etc. Income guidelines must be met. For an application and complete information visit the EOC website: https://eoc-suffolk.com/.

Financial Peace University Virtual Classes

Is your household budget in order? Do you wish you had a life without

car payments or credit card statements? Have you stayed up at night thinking

about retirement or saving for college? Do you want to have better control of your money?

If any of the above questions resonate with you, then Dave Ramsey’s, Financial Peace University class is a perfect fit. You can take control of your money, get out of debt, and create a plan for your future. If you are interested in learning more about the upcoming virtual class, which runs for 9 weeks beginning on September 7th, contact Parish Outreach at 631-265-2668 or [email protected] or message Greg at [email protected]. You work too hard to be struggling and always worried about money. It is time for you to take back control of your money. For a preview of the class visit: https://www.daveramsey.com/fpu/preview/. Use the following link to sign up! https://www.financialpeace.com/classes/1117933.

PARISH INCOME Sunday & Holyday Collections $98,937.00 Additional Easter Donations 730.00 Interest Income 49.00 Capital Improvement Donation 643.00 Votive Candles (Poor Box Collections) 3,791.00 Building Use Assessment Fees 3,769.00 (For Youth, Relgion Ed, School Programs) Religious Ceremonies (Baptisms) 1,925.00 Miscellaneous 3,068.00 $112,912.00 PARISH EXPENSES Salaries $37,746.00 Fringe Benefits (Medical, Pension, Soc. Sec., etc.) 32,402.00 Office Expenses (Postage, printing,computer fees, 7,164.00 telephone, supplies,offertory envelopes, copier leases, etc.) Utilities 2,147.00 Building Maintenance, supplies & general repair 7,294.00 Contracted Services (cleaning, waste services, 4,653.00 (grounds maintenance, snow removal, etc.) Rectory Household 1,674.00 Diocesan Quarterly Assessment 35,220.00 Liturgical Items 1.002.00 $129,302.00 Net Deficit: $16,390.00 Fiscal Year-To-Date (Sept. 1, 2019 to August 31, 2020) Total Income $1,542,011.00 Total Expenses $1,600,641.00 (Net Deficit) ($58,630.00)

PARISH FINANCIAL SUMMARY For June 2020

And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. - Galatians 6: 9

REOPENING PARISH LIFE

After months of lockdown due to the coronavirus, our parish and our community are beginning to reopen. Below is information how parish life is resuming.

MASSES We have resumed our normal Mass schedule:

Weekdays: 6:45 A.M., 9:00 A.M., 12:10 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM, 5 and 8 PM

Novena Mass (Miraculous Medal): Monday, 7:30 PM Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM, 12 Noon, 5 PM

For the time being, we will be limited to 50 percent of the church’s capacity. Social distancing protocols will be in place.

PLEASE WEAR A FACE MASK TO MASS!

ADORATION We are resuming the following opportunities for adoration:

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament — Exposition is offered every Thursday for one hour following the 12:10 PM Mass. First Friday Observance — On the first Friday of each month, the parish has an Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament after the 12:10 PM Mass which concludes with Benediction at 2:30 PM. (Concluding time can vary due to our wedding schedule. Check the bulletin.) Pro-Life Holy Hour - On the third Tuesday of the month from 7:30 to 8:30 PM. St. Patrick’s Pro-Life Family hosts this Holy Hour which includes Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction. Nocturnal Adoration - On the third Saturday of the month, Nocturnal Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament begins after the 8:00 PM Saturday Mass. Initially Nocturnal Adoration will be offered for one hour after the Mass. Watch the bulletin for information on when Nocturnal Adoration through the night will resume. PLEASE WEAR A FACE MASK AND OBSERVE SOCIAL DISTANCING PROTOCOLS.

CONFESSIONS Our Saturday afternoon and Monday evening confession times have resumed in the church. Confessions are heard from 3:45 to 4:45 PM on Saturday and 6:45 to 7:15 PM on Monday.

PLEASE WEAR A FACE MASK!

Other Parish Events That Have Resumed: St. Anne’s Prayer Group is meeting on Tuesdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM outside the Parish Center in the shade by the St. Anthony statue. Please bring a chair and wear a facemask. First Saturday Devotion - All are welcome to come and pray at 8:00 AM in the church on the First Saturday of the month.

Camp St. Patrick, Summer Literacy Adventure, and Deck Hockey are also underway. For more information, see page 13.

Mass Times Weekdays: 6:45 A.M., 9:00 A.M., 12:10 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM, 5 and 8 PM Novena Mass (Miraculous Medal): Monday, 7:30 PM

Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM, 12 Noon, 5 PM Marriage

Couples should make arrangements at the Rectory at least six months before the desired wedding date.

Baptisms Currently by appointment. For information, go to

www.stpatricksmithtown.org > Sacraments > Baptism

St. Patrick Church 280 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787

631-265-2271, [email protected] www.stpatricksmithtown.org

Reconciliation Saturday: from 3:45 to 4:45 PM

Sunday: from 8:15 to 8:45 AM (not currently offered) Monday: 6:45 to 7:15 P.M. before the Novena Mass

Anytime by appointment in the Rectory

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Thursdays for one hour following 12:10 PM Mass

First Fridays after 12:10 Mass until 2:30 PM Benediction*

Nocturnal Adoration, third Saturday of the month from 9 PM to 7 AM Sunday* *Watch bulletin for modified times

First Wednesday of the month from 7:30 to 9:00 PM in “A Quiet Place” Chapel located in the Parish Center

Pro-Life Holy Hour, third Tuesday of the month, 7:30 PM **Watch bulletin for possible changes in concluding time

A CALL TO PRAYER Our country is

in great need of prayer and healing

Please join us on Thursday evenings

from 7:30 to 8:30 PM in the church WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THURSDAY, JULY 30TH

for a Holy Hour and Prayers for our Nation

Members of our Legion of Mary and St. Anne’s Prayer Group will be lead us in prayer as we

entrust our country to Divine Providence through Our Lady’s Intercession

Prayers for Our Nation

On Thursday, July 16th, a Holy Hour and prayers for our nation were held in the church. As it was the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, those in attendance were also given the opportunity to be invested in the Brown Scapular which is worn as a sign of devotion to Mary, under her title of Our Lady of Mount Carmel.

Dear Friends: Pope Francis likens the stone that sealed the tomb of Jesus to the tombstones of the pandemic that “threatens to bury all hope...” But he reminds us that “we are not alone, the Lord goes before us on our journey, and removes the stones that paralyze us. This is the hope that no one can take from us. The disciples of Jesus discovered something that we are now learning: No one is saved alone.” Support of the Catholic Ministries Appeal allows us to continue to serve so many in our community as you journey with us to bring hope to others. Through the Catholic Ministries Appeal we support the ministries that help us as we build up the Body of Christ, such as Pro-life efforts, formation of seminarians for the priesthood and Faith Formation and education of our children and young adults. We have been working together with our schools to assist the underserved to get much needed internet service so that children are able to continue their education and parents can work from home. It helps to support Catholic Charities and our Parish Outreach programs. Catholic Charities meets the needs of Long Island throughout the year, but during times of crisis they are on the front lines providing emergency services to those in need; expanding food programs and services for seniors who are isolated or homebound. Our Parish Outreach programs are working diligently to meet the needs of the growing demand of families reaching out to them for help. During this unique time, there are so many ways to bring hope to others. One way, if you are able, is to provide assistance by making a gift to the 2020 Catholic Ministries Appeal. Your continued support is critical at this time. We are so grateful for your generosity and commitment. Please know that you and your family are remembered in my daily prayer and Masses. Sincerely in Christ,

To make a donation, you can also visit https://www.drvc.org/CMA/

or call us at 516-678-5800 ext. 296

Or send the form below to Catholic Ministries Appeal, P.O. Box 4000, Rockville Centre, NY 11571-4000

Make checks payable to: Catholic Ministries Appeal

Parish _______________________________________________________ Pledge: $_______

Name ________________________________________________________ Down payment: $_______

Address_______________________________________________________

City, State, Zip: _________________________________________________

Phone: ________________________ Signature: _____________________________Date:________

Email: ____________________________________________________________________________

Samantha Barone Smithtown High

School West

Taylor Barone Smithtown High

School West

Ethan Beukelaer Smithtown High

School West

Jessica Beiber Smithtown High

School West

Caitlin Beirne St. Anthony’s High School

Thomas Beirne Cornell University

Donna Buonaiuto Smithtown High

School West

Cammie Caberto St. John the Baptist Dioc. High School

Pietro Colombo Smithtown High

School West

Diana Deery SUNY Cortland

Meghan Deery Smithtown High

School West

Nadia Duplessis St. John the Baptist Dioc. High School

Mackenzie Edgeworth Hauppauge High School

Stephanie Esposito Hauppauge High

School

Danielle Fandozzi Smithtown High School

West

Marisa Fandozzi Smithtown High

School West

Michael Fandozzi University of Tampa

Vincent Fermo Chaminade High

School

Andrew Fisher St. Anthony’s High

School

Marissa Degni Centereach High

School

St. Patrick’s Salutes the Class of 2020! To all our 2020 graduates: Congratulations on your graduation! Please know that our parish is always here for you. May your futures be filled with many blessings from the Lord and may your faith, hope and love inspire all those you encounter along the way.

Sam Frank Smithtown High

School West

Michael Giarmoleo St. John the Baptist Dioc. High School

Erin Holler Smithtown High

School East

Ryan Howlin Smithtown High

School West

Hailey Humin Centereach High

School

Jennifer Kruszewski Smithtown High

School West

Davis Andrew Kelly Smithtown High

School West

Billy Hurski Smithtown High

School East

Joseph Lalor St. Anthony’s High

School

Caitlin Leodis Smithtown High

School East

Nicholas Martens St. John the Baptist Dioc. High School

Liam Maxson Chaminade High

School

Ava Grace Moncayo St. John the Baptist Dioc. High School

Emma Redmond Smithtown High

School West

Eric Ricioppo Chaminade High School

Michael Rosenberg Smithtown High School

West

Lauren Mary Russell St. Anthony’s High

School

Jennifer Rutherford Smithtown High School

West

Meaghan Simone Pennsylvania State

University

Andy Smith St. John the Baptist Dioc. High School

Salvatore Soriano, Jr. St. Anthony’s High

School

Bryan Valenti Smithtown High

School East

Dylan McEvaddy St. Anthony’s High

School

Giving Made Easier Churches now routinely offer online giving for church donations. There are many reasons for this. Fewer people are using cash and checks. Mass attendance at your home parish is usually interrupted by vacations, business trips, illness, snow storms, etc. And many people find it easier (and greener) to not have to deal with church envelopes.

St. Patrick’s offers several forms of online giving:

(1) Faith Direct: Signing up for Faith Direct allows you to indicate a weekly contribution amount that is automatically withdrawn from your account. Just go to faithdirect.net or download the Faith Direct app from the App Store. Our Parish code is NY51.

(2) Our website: You can contribute at any time by going to our website: stpatricksmithtown.org. Just click the “Donate” button at the top right.

(3) Our Parish App: In addition to its many other features, the OneParish App has a donation page that allows quick and easy one-time or recurring donations. You can download the One Parish App at the App Store.

(4) Our newest electronic giving option is “Text to Give a program set up by the Diocese of Rockville Centre. Just send a text message to 516-271-3338. In the message, type 155parishstpatrick - you will receive a message back with a link that you can use to make a donation.

One of the great advantages of the Internet is having access to so many resources. This includes spiritual resources. St. Patrick’s pays an annual fee so that all our parishioners can sign up for FREE to FORMED. FORMED is an online platform that offers 24/7 access to the best Catholic content on almost any device, including your computer, smartphone and tablet. You will have instant access to thousands of books, audio talks, movies, documentaries, studies and more. FORMED also includes excellent content for children.

To sign up for FORMED, go to: https://stpatricksmithtown.formed.org

SUGGESTION FOR THE WEEK ON FORMED

Are you on our Parish Email List?

Our parish stays in touch with parishioners via email concerning important announcements, Christmas and Easter schedules, and daily reflections from our pastor, Fr. Walden. It is a great way to be an informed, inspired parishioner! If you would like to join our email list, just email us at [email protected] and we will add you to our list!

What is evangelization all about? What role does the Church expect ordinary Catholics to play in spreading the Catholic Faith? Dr. Scott Hahn, author and renowned theologian, challenges cradle Catholics to witness to the Faith through everyday life. He presents proven and effective ways to touch those who have fallen away from the Church, even those with the most hardened of hearts.

First Saturday Devotion Saturday, August 1st

and every First Saturday of the month at 8:00 AM in the church

Come join us in this very special time of prayer. Rosary beads and prayers available in the church. (No experience necessary.)

Support our Bulletin Advertisers! We always encourage our St. Patrick parishioners to support our bulletin advertisers, but during this time when so many businesses are struggling to survive, we encourage it even more. Please take the time to take a look at the advertising pages at the back of the bulletin and

should you be in need of one services or products found there, please make our advertisers your first call. And, if you are a business in need of customers, the St. Patrick’s bulletin is a great place to advertise. Just call 1-800-524-0263.

Reflections on the Sunday Scriptures August 2, 2020

Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Readings: : I Kings 3: 5, 7-12; Romans 8: 28-30;

Matthew 13: 44-52

Focus Questions:

Children & Family Reflection:

Focus on Religious Freedom

From Catholics For Freedom of Religion

www.cffor.org

When Jesus heard of the death of John the Baptist, he withdrew in a boat to a deserted place by himself. The crowds heard of this and followed him on foot from their towns. When he disembarked and saw the vast crowd, his heart was moved with pity for them, and he cured their sick. When it was evening, the disciples approached him and said, “This is a deserted place and it is already late; dismiss the crowds so that they can go to the villages and buy food for themselves.” Jesus said to them, “There is no need for them to go away; give them some food yourselves.” But they said to him, “Five loaves and two fish are all we have here.” Then he said, “Bring them here to me, ” and he ordered the crowds to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish, and looking up to heaven, he said the blessing, broke the loaves, and gave them to the disciples, who in turn gave them to the crowds. They all ate and were satisfied, and they picked up the fragments left over—twelve wicker baskets full. Those who ate were about five thousand men, not counting women and children.

First They Came for the Statues and the Churches…

As Americans and as Christians we must expect and demand the rule of law be enforced in compliance with the 1st Amendment freedoms which support all of our inalienable rights. May God strengthen us to pray, speak and act to defend these five critical freedoms: 1. Freedom of Religion – the right of free conscience and free exercise of conscientious beliefs 2. Freedom of Speech - the right to speak freely and openly, without fear 3. Freedom of the Press – the right to communicate facts, opinions, ideas and beliefs 4. Freedom of Assembly – the right to peaceably assemble 5. Freedom to petition the Government for redress of grievances Silence in the face of evil is itself evil; God will not hold us guiltless. Not to speak is to speak. Not to act is to act. - Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Lutheran Pastor, theologian, anti-Nazi activist martyred at Flossenburg Concentration Camp, 1945 Across the country, churches and religious statues have been the target of vandalism, terrorism and arson. - Boston, Massachusetts: A statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary was set aflame in St. Peter's Church. "Whoever is responsible for the desecration of the Holy Mother's statue is clearly a troubled soul...Mary represents all that is good and pure in our world," said a diocese spokesperson. (1) - Tennessee: A statue of Holy Mary is beheaded. "What a strange time we live in," tweeted Bishop Stika of Knoxville. "Anytime something like this happens, it's disappointing and concerning," said a Diocese of Knoxville spokesperson. (2) - Florida: A Catholic church in Ocala was set on fire while parishioners were inside preparing for Mass. - San Gabriel, California: Fire destroyed much of the 249-year-old mission church. Bishop Robert Barron tweeted he was "deeply troubled." (3) Archbishop Gomez called the mission the "spiritual heart of Los Angeles and the Catholic community here." (4) - San Diego, CA: A fire at Calvary Baptist church was declared "suspicious" by the Arson Strike Team. (5) - Brooklyn, New York: A 100-year-old statue of the Virgin Mary was desecrated with paint. "Please continue praying for those who committed this act of vandalism against Our Lady and the Church," said Fr. Kuroly, rector (6)

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1. Talk about a time when you cared others even though you had suffered a loss.

2. Describe a time when God provided for you in an unexpected way.

3. Think about ways you can better feed your spiritual hunger.

Talk about the different ways God takes care of us.

Summer at St. Patrick’s Camp St. Patrick is underway and will run through August 14th, Monday through Friday. Kiddie Camp for ages 3 to 5; Main Camp for ages 6 to 12; and Teen Camp for ages 13 to 15 offer programs geared for their age groups. Camp will take place all on campus this summer. Before and After Care available. For more information, go to www.stpatsyouth/summer-camp.

Summer Literacy Adventure - Also underway is our Summer Literacy Adventure. Join us in a reading adventure as teachers assist children in honing and maintaining their reading skills throughout the summer. Two hour sessions from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. For information, call or email Cindy at 631-360-0185 or [email protected].

Deck Hockey - Thank you to all those who signed up for our Summer Deck Hockey League and to all our returning players and coaches, welcome back! The season has begun! It’s wonderful to see activity on our outdoor sports court again. Registration for our Fall Deck Hockey season will open soon.

Watch for more information on our summer sports!

St. Patrick Youth St. Patrick’s Youth web address is:

stpatsyouth.com All forms and registrations are

available on our website. Youth Office email is [email protected]

Our phone is 631-360-0185

VIRTUS Training All volunteers/coaches are required to attend a VIRTUS class if they have not done so. On-line

registration must be completed before you attend. See VIRTUS.org for information and registration.

CPR/First Aide Training courses are available and will be

available throughout the year. You may call the office for more information

Read the Bible in a year challenge! St. Patrick’s Youth challenges you to read the

Bible in a year! Just go to the website and you will find the link with daily readings

Enrichment/Before and Aftercare Program Before Care – Our program is offered Monday through Friday following the St. Patrick School

schedule. It begins at until 8:20 AM After Care- Our program is offered Monday

through Friday following the St. Patrick School schedule, from 2:20 to 6:00 PM You must register in advance.

You may download forms from our website 3,4,5 year old Enrichment Program –

Our program offers NY State guided curriculum along with daily religion, music, arts and crafts

and gross motor play. Playtime with Mommy/Caregiver –

Children ages 18 months through 2 years. Creative fun, play, crafts, light snack & music time

Separation Class – Children ages 2 to 3 years old

Circle time, music, playing and sharing Small group instruction, crafts and snack time

Music Ministry Folk Group (Grades 6 -12)

Children’s Choir (Grades 1-5) Children’s Choir practice:

6:15 to 7:00 PM in Keegan Hall Folk Group practice:

7:15 to 8:30 PM in the church New members always welcome!

Junior Catholic Daughters JCDA is a young women’s service organization

Young women grades 5 -11 are welcome! JCDA meet every 3rd Tuesday of the month in our

modular classroom from 6:30 to 7:30 PM Call Patty Davis at 631-780-6313 for details

Learning Center Tutoring for Pre-K through High School

All areas of study, catholic entrance exam and SAT preparation

SPORTS PROGRAMS Spring/Summer Basketball

Registration is open. Please visit our website for Information and registration online

CAMP ST. PATRICK REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR CAMP 2020

PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE AT: stpatsyouth.com

2020 SUMMER LITERACY ADVENTURE PROGRAM Please see our website to download registration form

and mail or bring in to Youth Office stpatsyouth.com

Regarding Sports Parking Please park only on the east side of the property.

Enter sports court at east gate entrance.

Pray for the Sick Lillian Adams Thomas Adams Laura Alam J.M.A. Grace B. Judith Bartley Ann Bono Ashley Borino Anthony Borrelli Agnes Black George Bruckbauer Francis C. Rick C. Daniel Carrano Tom Clark Maria Clarke Carly Colvell

Anthony Costaro, III Marie Crowley Gertrude Condon Joseph Cuccia Grace Demille Karen Dempsey Matthew DiStefano Richard DeVilla Salvatore Esposito Marilyn Gast Mary Gorman Geraci Elinor Glasser Thomas Gould Bob Heimink Robert Heimink, Jr. Cynthia Kambos Mary K.

Matthew LaTorre Angela M. Chris M. C. Madden Dustin McGranahan James McLean Joseph Merriam Kathleen N. Amanda Ooten Ariel Ruvinsky James Michael Ryan Bea S. Lawrence Savery Joan Schiavoni Tankyard Schiavoni Theresa Soriano Christine Strecker John Weiss

Those listed under “Prayers for the Sick” remain on the list for a limited period of time. If you would like to add a name or return a name to the list, please call Parish Outreach at 631-265-2668.

Pray for the Dead John O’Connell Carmela Strafford

On a hillside near the lake of Galilee, Jesus’s disci-ples listened to his gentle and urgent voice; as gentle as the landscape of Galilee itself, as urgent as a call to choose between life and death, between truth and falsehood. The Lord spoke words of life that would echo for ever in the hearts of his followers. Pope John Paul II

Parting Shots . . . . Several of our graduate photos were cropped to fit our format, but here are three uncropped photos from Smithtown West grads with the scoreboard behind them reflecting their year of graduation - 2020. Congratulations to all our graduates!

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