St. Athanasius
Church
St. Athanasius
Church
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PARISH STAFF
February
16, 2014
Pastor
Brooklyn, New York
Rev. Msgr. David L. Cassato,
B.A., M.Div., M.S. Ed.
Parochial Vicars
Rev. Ronald D’Antonio, B.A., M.Div.
Rev. Gabriel Toro-Rivas, B.A., M.Div.
Ministerio Hispano/Spanish Apostolate
Deacon Dante Colandrea
Deacon William Kelly
Deacon Jaime Cobham
The Sisters of St. Joseph
Brentwood, New York
Director of Music Ministries
Mr. Steven Laplante, M. Mus.
Lay Pastoral Leader
Mr. Joseph Barbieri, B.A., KHS
Mrs. Madelon Vitucci
Mrs. Lucy Acosta-Pugliese, B.A., M.S. Ed.
WHO IS WELCOME IN ST. ATHANASIUS CHURCH?
Are you a sinner? Have you been away from the church for a long time? Are you divorced or separated? Are you physically or mentally challenged? Are you from a different culture? Are you not
accepted because of your sexual orientation? Are you elderly, a teen or young adult? Are you
discriminated against because of your color? Are you feeling broken? Are you poor or out of work?
Have you been imprisoned? Have you a feeling that you are left out? You are welcome here!
This is your home, and we are your family!
Do you suffer from Celiac Sprue Disease? We are Celiac friendly and, after receiving permission from our Bishop, we can provide you with low gluten hosts and a pyx, in order to enable you
to receive Holy Communion at daily Mass and Sunday Mass. To begin the process, please call Fr.
Ron D’Antonio at our rectory, 718.236.0124 Ext. 13.
RECTORY:
SAINT ATHANASIUS SCHOOL:
2154 61st Street
Brooklyn, NY 11204-2569
Tel. (718) 236-0124
Fax. (718) 236-4960
http://www.stathanasiusbrooklyn.org
[email protected]
6120 Bay Parkway
Brooklyn, NY 11204-2569
Tel. (718) 236-4791
Fax. (718) 621-1423
Pastoral Administration:
Mrs. Marie Skroly
Mrs. AnnaMarie Scuteri
Principal:
Mrs. Diane Competello
B.A., M.S. Ed.
Administrative Assistant:
Mrs. Theresa Simon
The Rectory is also the home of our Parish Priests. We ask you to respect their home
by observing Rectory Office Hours and by calling in advance for an appointment.
SUNDAY MASSES:
ENGLISH
Saturday: 5:30 PM
Sunday: 8:30,10:00,11:30 (Choir) & 6 PM
SPANISH
Saturday: 7:30 PM (Lower Church)
Sunday: 10:00 AM (Lower Church)
1:00 PM (Upper Church)
ITALIAN
11:30 AM (Lower Church)
WEEKDAY MASSES: 7 and 9 AM
MORNING PRAYER:
Monday-Saturday 8:45 AM
Cluster Director of Youth Ministry
Mr. Kenny Wodzanowski, B.S.
St. Frances Cabrini
1562 86th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11228
Tel. 718.490.4469
Email: [email protected]
Pastoral Associate for the Spanish
Speaking Apostolate
Mr. Alvaro Chavarriaga, B.A.
Oficina de Ministerio Latino
Rectory Basement
To contact our
Pastoral Planning Council
Email: [email protected]
Faith Formation Office:
6120 Bay Parkway
Brooklyn, NY 11204-2569
Tel. (718) 331-8811
Fax. (718) 331-2582
Director of Faith Formation:
Mrs. Nicoletta Milo
Our Church is Handicap Accessible.
ROSARY FOR LIFE:
Saturday after the 9 AM Mass
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION:
Mondays after 9 AM Mass
DIVINE MERCY PRAYERS:
Every Wednesday after 9 AM Mass
CONFESSION (Reconciliation):
Saturdays 4-5 PM or anytime by appointment.
HOLY DAY MASSES:
Eve: 7:30 PM (English)
Day: 7, 9 (English)
Night:
7:30 PM (Italian) Upper Church
7:30 PM (Spanish) Lower Church
BAPTISM: First & Third Sunday at 2:30 PM.
Parents make arrangements with Deacon.
Both parents & godparents must attend a
Baptismal Instruction Class on last Tuesday of
month in the evening.
FIRST FRIDAY: Exposition of Blessed Sacrament after last morning Mass concluding with
Benediction at 7:30 PM. Italian Mass at 8 PM
(Sept-June)
MARRIAGE: Couples are to make arrangements six months in advance.
ANOINTING & COMMUNION CALLS: Those
who wish to be anointed or receive Communion at home, call one of the priests to make
arrangements 718-236-0124
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Sunday, February 16th:
8:30 Joseph Andreani
10:00 Rosary Society
10:00 Spanish Mass - Lower Church
11:30 PURG. SOCIETY, Mary, Michael & John
Fariello
11:30 ITAL. - Valentino Nicola Marinelli
1:00 Spanish Mass - Upper Church
6:00 Thomas, Olympia Martocci
Monday, February 17th, PRESIDENTS DAY:
7:00 NO MASS TODAY
9:00 Frank Bruno, Ross De Vita, John
Mangino
Tuesday, February 18th:
7:00 Rosario Emanuele Musumeci
9:00 Maria Viterbo
Wednesday, February 19th:
7:00 Martin Hopkins
9:00 Maria, Carmela & Frank Loiacono
Thursday, February 20th:
7:00 Anna Picariello
9:00 Giuseppe Lubrano
Friday, February 21st:
7:00 Alessandro Federico
9:00 Giovanna & Giovanni Maggiore,
Angela & Nino Cassone
Saturday, February 22nd:
9:00 Jeanne Leva
1:00 Spanish Mass - Upper Church
5:30 John Buoncore
7:30 Spanish Mass - Lower Church
Sunday, February 23rd:
8:30 John Mangino
10:00 Frank Rappa, Vincenza
10:00 Spanish Mass - Lower Church
11:30 PURG. SOCIETY, Valentino Nicola Marinelli
11:30 ITAL. - Vincenzo, Domenico & Antonio
Moriano
1:00 Spanish Mass - Upper Church
6:00 Salvatore Scolaro
February 16, 2014
PASTORAL CARE Please don’t forget to inform us if you are going to be
hospitalized so one of our priests can visit. Provide us with your name,
hospital, room number, phone number and, when possible, how long you
will be hospitalized. If you are unable to attend Mass, due to poor health,
illness or advanced age, please call so a Eucharistic Minister can bring
Communion to you. Anointing of the Sick may be requested because of
scheduled surgery or treatment for a life-threatening illness. Call us prior
to your surgery or treatment. Anointing of the Sick at Mass may be celebrated before you go into the hospital. Directly inform one of our priests or
call one of our Pastoral Administrators.
WELCOME, we’re glad you’re here! If this is the first time you
have been to St. A's, welcome! We promise that if you keep your
heart and mind open to God, you’ll find what you’re looking for.
Would you like to talk to someone? We’re here to listen and help if
we can. Just call us at the Rectory when you’re ready. In the
meantime, remember that you are always prayed for and that it is
our hope to pray with you each week.
MAKE A VISIT TO THE CHURCH AND PRAY IN THE PRESENCE
OF JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Don't forget our Upper
Church is open Monday-Friday from 6:30a.m. to 3p.m. Saturday
7a.m. to 7p.m. & Sundays 7a.m. to 7p.m. Feel welcome to kneel at
the communion rail at the Altar of the Blessed Sacrament or sit on
the benches in the Sanctuary.
Memorials for the Week
Hosts: In Loving Memory of Dewey Gallese requested by His Cousins
Altar Wine: In Loving Memory of Angela Ricottone
requested by Nicole & Eric Steinweiss and Family
Candles: In Loving Memory of Salvatore Scolaro
requested by Sister-in-law, Connie Ponsiglini
Sanctuary Lamp: In Loving Memory of Angela Ricottone requested by Joseph & AnnaMarie Scuteri and
Family
Sanctuary Lamp: In Loving Memory of Raymond
Joseph Alessi requested by Wife, Anne
Knights-of-Columbus Rose: In Loving Memory of
Marie Maglio requested by Mary Cerami and Family
BAPTISMAL IN-TAKE:
Baptismal arrangements are made every Wed. evening from 7-8:00 pm in the Rectory basement. Please
bring a copy of the child’s birth certificate when you
come in. Instruction Class is held the last Tuesday of
the month in the evening.
Our Call to Christian Stewardship
Please Turn Off
Cell Phones
Feb. 10, 2013 $7,698.00
Feb. 9, 2014 $10,195.00
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Rev. Msgr. David L. Cassato, Pastor
Rev. Ron D’Antonio, Parochial Vicar
Rev. Gabriel Toro, Parochial Vicar
Deacon Dante Colandrea
Deacon Bill Kelly
Mrs. Marie Skroly, Pastoral Administration
Mrs. AnnaMarie Scuteri, Pastoral Administration
Mr. Steven LaPlante, Music Ministry
Mr. Joseph Barbieri, Lay Pastoral Leader
Mr. Alvaro Chavarriaga, Pastoral Associate
Mrs. Michele DeStefano, Secretary
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In your kindness please pray for those who are
Please call Rectory weekly for name on list
Parish Website News
For any parishioner who has not seen our website as
yet, please visit it at:
www.stathanasiusbrooklyn.org
For bulletins, schedules, current events and photos.
We regret to announce the death of Mrs. Dorothy (Dottie)
O’Neill, former head of the Golden Age Club, who had been
a very active parishioner for over 30 years. Our condolences to her family
G. I. S. A.
Saturday, March 15, 2014 – G.I.S.A. Gruppo Italiano
San Atanasio – Annual Dinner Dance in honor of St.
Joseph. An evening of great food and entertainment.
Donation $60 - Freddy Felleti 718 – 614 – 9683
The following Memorials for 2014 are available:
Host
Wine
Candles
Sanctuary
Lamps
Rose
April 27
April
27
April 27
Feb. 23
Mar. 16, April
6
May 4, 18
May 4, 18
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Ext. 12
Maria Chiarello Fuccio, John & Paul Liberti, Paul Marchese,
Regina
Salvaggio, Concetta Sigona, Ethel Tan,
May 4, 18,
February 16, 2014
RADIO BINGO Fundraising Event at
St. Edmund’s H.S. - Recognize tunes from the
60s, 70s & 80s...mark the correct title on your
card. Use your musical knowledge and win
Bingo!
Date: Friday, Feb. 28th. Doors open at 6:45p.m.
Bingo begins at 7:30p.m. Cash bar, Super Prize
Raffle and 50/50. Reserve tickets by Feb.14th.
Must be 21 or over. Call: 718-743-6100, ext.
5080.
THE SICILIAN TENORS
To perform at Our Lady of Angels Church, Bay
Ridge Auditorium on Sunday, March 30th at 2:30
p.m.
Tickets: $50. for show only. Dinner to follow.
For Show & Dinner reservations call: 718-836-7200.
“LITTLE DOCTORS”
Through the Little Doctors Program sponsored
by the NY Blood Center, the 4th and 5th grade
students hosted their Blood Drive during Catholic
Schools Week.
They would like to thank the St. A’s Community
for all their help. They appreciate the people giving the gift of life.
The Drive was a big success and a wonderful
experience for everyone.
Thank You!
The following Weekday Masses for 2014 are available:
Time
Date
7:00am
Sept. 24, 25, 29, 30
Oct. 15, 20, 23, 27, 29, 30
Nov. 12, 20, 25, 26
Dec. 5.
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Renew your Spirit
Join St. Athanasius
And witness Our Lords Passion
At the Park Performing Arts Center
PASSION PLAY
The Musical
100th Consecutive Production!
Saturday, April 5, 2014
5:00 PM
$100.00 per person**
**Includes
Dinner @ La Sorrentina Restaurant
(wine included)
R/T transportation via Academy Bus &
Admittance to Show
Pick-up following dinner/Drop-off:
Bove Travel 6502 11th Ave.
Contact: Bove Travel
(718) 680 5600 or (718) 680-3333
or
Brian Reilly (917) 951-6774
2013 Annual Catholic Appeal
Our Goal - $79,000.00
Pledged $112,154.00
Received - $101,424.00
Please be as generous as possible!
All money collected above the goal
returns directly to St. Athanasius
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6.30PM
Saturday, March 1, 2014
In St. Athanasius School Auditorium
Sponsored by the Holy Name Society
Special Guests of Honor:
SAL & ANNA CALI
In recognition of their tireless work with
The many programs in our Parish and
Community.
For Tickets or additional Information, please contact: Jerry Mandaro at 917-865-5790.
Payment for tickets can be dropped off at the Rectory using form below:
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------CANEVALE TICKETS
Name__________________________ Address__________________________________
Telephone _______________
Quantity of Tickets: Adults
_____
x $50.00 = $_________
Children (12 – 20)
_____
x $25.00 = $_________
Please make checks payable to St. Athanasius Holy Name Society and drop off or mail to:
St. Athanasius Church
Holy Name Society 2154 61ST Street, Brooklyn 11204
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Bollettino Settimanale
Messa in Italiano ogni Domenica alle 11:30am (Chiesa di giu’)
G.I.S.A. GRUPPO ITALIANO SAN ATANAS
15 MARZO, 2014 ANNUALE BALLO SAN GIUSEPPE
FREDDY FELLETI 718-614-9683I
al nostro DIACONO DANTE COLANDREA
Riflessione del mese di febbraio
SOGNANDO LA VITA
In un grembo, vennero concepiti due gemelli. Passavano le
settimane ed i bambini crescevano. Nella misura in cui
cresceva la loro coscienza, aumentava la gioia: «Di', non è
fantastico che siamo stati concepiti? Non è meraviglioso
che viviamo?».
I gemelli iniziarono a scoprire il loro mondo. Quando
scoprirono il cordone ombelicale, che li legava alla madre
dando loro nutrimento, cantarono di gioia: «Quanto grande
è l'amore di nostra madre, che divide con noi la sua stessa
vita!». A mano a mano che le settimane passavano, però,
trasformandosi poi in mesi, notarono improvvisamente
come erano cambiati. «Che cosa significa?», chiese uno.
«Significa», rispose l'altro, «che il nostro soggiorno in questo
mondo presto volgerà alla fine!».
«Ma io non voglio andarmene», ribatté il primo, «vorrei
restare qui per sempre!».
«Non abbiamo scelta», replicò l'altro, «ma forse c'è una vita
dopo la nascita!».
«E come può essere», domandò il primo, dubbioso,
«perderemo il nostro cordone di vita, e come faremo a vivere senza di esso? E per di più, altri prima di noi hanno lasciato questo grembo, e nessuno di loro è tornato a dire che
c'è una vita dopo la nascita. No, la nascita è la fine!». Così,
uno di loro cadde in un profondo affanno, e disse: «Se il
concepimento termina con la nascita, che senso ha la vita
nell'utero? È assurda... Magari non esiste nessuna madre
dietro tutto ciò!».
«Ma deve esistere», protestò l'altro, «altrimenti come
avremmo fatto ad entrare qua dentro? E come faremmo a
sopravvivere?».
«Hai mai visto nostra madre?», domandò l'uno. «Magari
vive soltanto nella nostra immaginazione. Ce la siamo
inventata, perché così possiamo comprendere meglio la
nostra esistenza!».
E così, gli ultimi giorni nel grembo della madre, furono pieni
di mille domande e di grande paura. Infine, venne il
momento della nascita. Quando i gemelli ebbero lasciato il
loro mondo, aprirono gli occhi.
Gridarono... Ciò che videro superava i loro sogni più arditi!
Un giorno, finalmente, nasceremo!
MARTEDI’ 25 FEBBRAIO-7:30pm riunione con Diacono
Dante per tutti i rappresentati dell’ Apostolato Italiano di
Brooklyn presso l’ufficio parrochiale di Sant’Atanasio
MERCOLEDI’, 12 MARZO 2014 – dalle 7:30 alle
9:30pm in Chiesa ci sara’ Padre Charles e Laurie
Mangano – una serata di rifessioni sul grande amore di
Dio per noi presentata attraverso canti e inni. Padre
Chares e Laurie hanno partecipato a numerosi eventi e
hanno raccolto oltre $370,000 che hanno donato ai
bisognosi. Venite numerosi a questa bellissima serata.
SABATO, 15 MARZO 2014 – BALLO ANNUALE SAN
GIUSEPPE organizzato da G.I.S.A. Gruppo Italiano San
Atanasio - DINNER DANCE nel auditorio della scuola
Sant’Atanasio - ore 7:30PM – Offerta $60. La sera sara
allietata dal dinamico duetto Domenico e Carmelo
Raccuglia. Freddy Felleti 718 – 614 – 9683.
SABATO, 15 MARZO 2014 – annuale giornata di
preghiera al Seminario dell’Immacolata Concezione –
offerta $35 a persona. Diacono Dante – 917- 602 – 3793.
SABATO, 5 APRILE 2014 – PASSION PLAY – The
Musical - $100 a persona include cena al ristorante La
Sorrentina, bus e biglietto d’entrata. Per informazioni e
prenotazioni telefonare a Bove Travel al 718-680-5600
oppure Brian Reilly al 917-951-6774.
PROSSIMI VIAGGIO CON IL DIACONO DANTE
DAL 6 AL 14 APRILE 2014 – pellegrinaggio a
Fatima, Lourdes e Barcellona. 917- 602 – 3793.
PROSSIMI VIAGGI ESTIVI
Dal 1 a l’11 luglio – viaggio a Londra e Irlanda con
Padre Ron D’Antonio - 11 giorni e 10 notti in
localita’ bellissime. Volo diretto, ottimi hotels e
guida turistica. Bove Travel al 917-951-6774.
DAL 13 al 23 luglio
viaggio in Sicilia. Per
informazioni e prenotazioni telefonare a Bove
Travel al 917-951-6774.
“L’angolo della Sapienza” IL CRISTIANO
(San Francesco di Sales)
Il cristiano preferirà sempre essere incudine piuttosto che
martello, derubato che ladro, ucciso che uccisore, martire
che tiranno.
VOGLIAMO RICORDARVI CHE OGNI MARTEDI’ LA
SANTA MESSA DELLE 9 DEL MATTINO e’
concelebrata in lingua Italiana e Inglese.
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VI DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO
16 DE FEBRERO DE 2014
El mensaje de las lecturas y el Evangelio de hoy es directo y va sin rodeos . “Seguir la ley de
Dios debe ser con el Corazón , no simplemente de labios para afuera”
Jesús nos presenta el plan que Dios construyó perfectamente para que vivieramos en Paz y
felices. Es asi como este mensaje sigue tan actual hoy dia como hace dos mil años atras.
La ley es para seguirla , el ejemplo de como hacerlo esta en Cristo Jesús , fiel imagen de una
vida con justicia . Apegarnos a los mandamientos es vivirlos
intensamente . Ese plan
salvifico fue engendrado desde la antiguedad por Dios a través de los profetas quienes eran
portadores de estas señales provenientes de Dios donde nos transmitia su deseo de que vivieramos en armonia.
En los 10 mandamientos se refleja el mensaje exacto y resumido de nuestro plan de vida.
Amar a Dios, no matar, no desear los bienes ajenos ni la mujer del projimo, son algunas de las
ideas que Dios quiere sembrar en nuestro corazón y en los corazones de cada familia donde
se fomenta la Fe, pues como iglesia domestica es la morada de Dios y la base de la sociedad.
“SEÑOR JESUCRISTO , TU ERES EL UNICO QUE PUEDE ILUMINAR NUESTRA MENTE ,
MEDIANTE LA ACCION DEL ESPIRITU SANTO, PARA VIVIR UN MODO GRATO A TUS
OJOS . ILUMINA NUESTRAS VIDAS PARA QUE SEAMOS FELICES Y CUMPLAMOS TU
VOLUNTAD . DE HOY EN ADELANTE PONEMOS NUESTRAS METAS Y ACCIONES EN
TUS MANOS PADRE AMADO”
AVISOS PARROQUIALES

RECUERDA DE ACOMPAÑARNOS CADA JUEVES EN LA MISA BILINGUE A LAS 9 AM
EN EL TEMPLO DE ARRIBA.
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PRIMER VIERNES DE CADA MES HORA SANTA Y SANTA MISA TEMPLO DE ABAJO A
PARTIR DE LAS 7:30PM

INICIAMOS LAS REGISTRACIONES PARA LA ESCUELA ELEMENTAL INFORMES CON
EL SEÑOR ALVARO EN LA RECTORIA 718-2360124 Extension 22, TENEMOS BECAS
DISPONIBLES Y AYUDAS FINANCIERAS PARA LAS FAMILIAS QUE DESEAN ENTRAR
SUS HIJOS EN NUESTRA ESCUELA.

PROXIMOS BAUTIZOS EN ESPAÑOL SABADO 22 DE FEBRERO Y 29 DE MARZO, INFORMES EN LA RECTORIA CON EL PADRE GABRIEL O ALVARO.

MIERCOLES 5 DE MARZO INICIAMOS LA CUARESMA CON EL MIERCOLES DE CENIZA, MISA Y DISTRIBUCION DE LA CENIZA A LAS 9PM EN ESPAÑOL TEMPLO DE
ARRIBA.
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Faith Sharing
February 16, 2014
Meets every Thursday, after the 9a.m. Mass, in the Nazareth Institute to discuss the upcoming Sunday's Scriptures.
Join Lay Pastoral Leader Joe Barbieri for spirited discussions on next Sunday’s readings.
Rosary Society
The Rosarians welcome all women of the Parish. The Society
is dedicated to the Blessed Mother, the growth of the love of
God through Mary. We honor the Blessed Mother by the constant and reverent praying of the rosary in our daily life.
We are involved in all Parish activities, liturgical and social –
and keep informed about civic community activities.
Spiritual activities include an Annual Retreat, Annual Communion Breakfast and Baby Shower for Unwed Mothers. The Society raises money to help our Church continue outreach efforts.
The fundraisers include: Christmas Fair, Basket Night, Chinese
Auction.
We attend the 10:00am Mass on the Third Sunday of the
month (except July & August) followed by a meeting & light
breakfast in the School.
If interested, please call Barbara @ 718-331-8544 or just come
to the Mass & meeting.
Golden Age Club
Holy Name Society
We encourage you to talk about the readings & reflection
question in the car on the way home from Mass, at dinner on
Sunday, or at parish meetings. Faith sharing opens the door
for us to meet, know & walk with Christ in our everyday lives.
What satisfies your spiritual hunger? How can you
share the nourishment of your faith with
someone today?
The Morning Scripture Reflection & Faith Sharing
Group
Meets every Wednesday at 12:45pm in the School
Auditorium
(During the school year)
All Golden Agers are welcome to join us.
Figlia Maria SS Addolorata
Join them every First Friday to pray
the Rosary in the Nazareth Institute at 8pm.
During May the Rosary is prayed on
Mon., Wed. & Fri. at 8pm
Charismatic Prayer Group
Meets every Tuesday evening at 8:00 p.m. in the
Lower Church.
The St. Athanasius Respect Life Ministry
Rosary and Prayers for an end to abortion. Every Saturday
after the 9:00am Mass..
“We pray for all pregnant women instead of seeking an
abortion, will pray to the Divine Child Jesus and realize
life alone is the answer”.
New members are welcome to help with our community
service work. The Society is a spiritual organization, a fraternity of the Catholic Church, spreading devotion to the
Name of Jesus. Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow!
The present Holy Name Society members dedicate themselves to corporal works in helping our Parish Organizations
and School, with various fundraising. The Holy Name meets
every second Sunday of each month (after the 10 a.m.
Mass), except for July & August.
Men of all ages are welcome, especially the fathers of children attending St. A’s School and Catholic War Veterans
are cordially invited to attend. For more info., call Ed DiGiacomo at:718-836-7917
Make a difference in your community.
Join the Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus are looking for Catholic men, 18
years of age and older, who are committed to making their
community a better place, while supporting their Church.
Whether it’s doing charitable deeds, making new friends, or
supporting your church, the Knights of Columbus may be
right for you. Find out more by visiting
www.cavallarocouncil.com or call 718-259-5080.
Community Outreach Program
Where there is despair, let us bring hope. Volunteers are
needed to serve food to the poor and the homeless on Saturday Mornings. For more information, please call Fred
Rubino at (718) 236-0264 or Dawn Aiello at (718) 232-3113
Food Pantry
Our St. Vincent de Paul Food Panty is requesting donations
of the following items:
Cereal, canned vegetables, soups, peanut butter & jelly,
tomato sauce & pasta.
Leave all donations in front of the St. Joseph Altar. We
thank you in advance for helping the needy of our Parish.
CARMELITES THIRD ORDER OF ST. ATHANASIUS PARISH:
Lay Carmelites meet on the second Saturday of the month.
The meeting is held in the Rectory basement at 10:00 A.M.
after 9:00 A.M. Mass.
We are located at 2154 61st Street. Lay Carmelites are not
in a religious community, but are men and women, married
or single, who are people of faith in our parish and wish to
live the charism of prayer and devotion to Our Lady in the
Carmelite tradition. Are you interested in this vocation as a
Lay Carmelite?
Call Lydia, 718-761-2932 - Our Lady of the Holy Rosary
Chapter of Lay Carmelites.
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The District Attorney’s Office is located in the Rectory
Conference Room on Wednesdays from 9 - 4. Call
718.234.8709.
The Neighborhood Office is an extension of the District Attorney’s Office Citizen Action Center. You can discuss
problems that concern you and our community with their
staff members.
BINGO
Every Thursday in the Auditorium.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission $3.
Info. call 917-285-1932
Game starts at 7:30 p.m.
Companion Care Giver, shopping, light housekeeping,
laundry, doctor appointments.
Experienced, kind mature woman looking for
friendly senior to assist with daily activities.
Please call Jolie at (917) 600-4536
LOOKING FOR A COMPANION? Mature woman
willing to work as a companion. If interested call Eileen at: 718-637-7112
BAY RIDGE SINGLES CLUB - at Our Lady
of Angels. We are a friendship club for ages
45-65. Ask for a free newsletter of our
events. Call Mike @718-833-1257 or e-mail:
[email protected]
February 16, 2014
Do you need a Minister of Caring? Is someone in your
family ill, homebound, hospitalized or in a care facility
(assisted living or nursing home) & wishes a visit or a phone
call from a Minister of Caring, please call the Rectory and
leave your name & number.
Support Groups at St. A’s
Bereavement Support meet on Monday, Feb. 17 from 7:30
- 9:00 p.m. in the Nazareth Institute. On Tuesday afternoons at
1:00 pm on Feb. 18
Gamblers Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women
who share their experience, strength and hope with each
other that they may solve their common problem and help
others to recover from a gambling problem. Meeting every
Friday night at 7:30p.m. in the Nazareth Institute.
Overeaters Anonymous members talk about their struggles with compulsive eating. Meeting every Wednesday
night at 8:00p.m. in the Nazareth Institute.
Is your life effected by someone who is drinking? To help
them, you must first help yourself. Al-Anon helps families
and friends of alcoholics recover from the effects of living
with the problem drinking of a relative or friend.
Our Al-Anon Group meets in the Nazareth Institute every
Friday 8-9:30p.m. & Saturday 7:30-9:30p.m.
Home Assistance
We are happy to announce that a member of our
Parish has now opened the:
Right-at-Home
In Home Care and Assistance Agency
7102 20th Ave.
1-347-554-8400 - Asst. Ruby
In order for designated Parish Ministries & Organizations to reserve one of our rooms at St. A’s, we require you to fill out our Parish Calendar & Room Request Form. The form is available in the rectory or can be downloaded from our website. We even
have an E-form so you complete this form without writing. Just e-mail it back to us, or print it out and drop it off. All Requests
must be made using our form. E-mail completed form to AnnaMarie Scuteri at [email protected]. This is the ONLY
way to reserve a room here at St. A's. The group listed on the parish calendar is the group that has the right to use that
space. If you are not a designated ministry of our parish, permission must be granted from our Pastor, Msgr. Cassato, a rental
fee is paid, and a lease agreement completed in order to use space.
Sunday Bulletin Deadlines The Sunday Bulletin must be e-mailed to our printer by 10a.m. Monday. All announcements must be
submitted in WRITTEN form only (handwritten, typed, computer, fax, e-mailed, etc) by 3p.m. Friday. Announcements received
after the deadline will be published the following week. No one on the parish staff will assume the responsibility for your ministry’s
articles. Include your bulletin articles in your advance planning for your event. All Flyers need to be approved by a staff member
and submitted by Email only to [email protected].
Our Printer Requires all Black or Grayscale Print, Clip Art & Graphics. If you submit color graphics, the printer will NOT print
your flyer. Please email announcements to [email protected] no other email addresses!