Finance Committee Corner
Last Sunday $6,062 was received in the offertory
baskets at Mass and $6,007 was received through WeShare, for a total of $12,069. Thank you for so generously giving to our regular collection. The Second Collection for the Seminary in the Diocese of Cuenca, Ecuador totaled $1861.

SECOND COLLECTION THIS WEEKEND
June 3, 2018
Catholic Missions Among Black and Indian People
This national collection began in 1884 and distributes grants to help promote evangelization efforts within the Black and Indian communities. 

PARISHIONER APPRECIATION SUNDAY
All are invited to join us this Sunday to celebrate all that our amazing parishioners do for our church.  We will gather in the rectory after all morning and early afternoon masses to enjoy small bites and beverages. A silent auction will be held as well.  
CARDINAL’S ANNUAL STEWARDSHIP APPEAL
Thank you to all who have pledged and donated to this year’s Cardinal’s Annual Stewardship Appeal. Our parish goal is $134,000, of which 163 of our parishioners have already pledged $70,391. The Cardinal’s Appeal supports six main areas: Mission and Evangelization, Needy Parishes, Catholic Schools and Religious Education, Works of Charity, Caring for Retired Priests and Religious, Clergy Formation. This weekend is the in -pew solicitation, where pledge cards will be distributed. Please consider if and what you might be able to give to this important Archdiocesan appeal. Please visit  http://cardinalsappeal.org for more information.  
DOWNEY SIDE
Downey Side Adoption Agency is seeking families interested in adoption.  Fr. Paul Engel ofm Cap is the Director of the agency that places older children from 7- 17 years old with permanent families.  All are welcome to schedule a free orientation meeting to learn more about adoption by calling 212-714-2200. Learn more about adopting an older child and Downey Side at  www.downeyside.org   
THE SISTERS OF ST. DOMINIC OF AMITYVILLE CELEBRATE ANNUAL LUNCHEON
 
Please join us on  Friday, June 29th, 2018 as the Sisters of St. Dominic of Amityville host their 17th Annual Beauty of the Spirit Luncheon at Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury, NY.  
 
Guests will enjoy fantastic auctions and raffles, as well as an inspirational lecture from keynote speaker, S. Aimee Koonmen, OP Executive Director of Bethany House. This year's Master of Ceremonies is News 12 Long Island Anchor and Journalist, Carol Silva. Tickets are $75 each.
 
Proceeds from the event benefit the retired Sisters - the beautiful and dedicated women who have spent their entire lives serving the tri-state area and beyond; now it is our turn to care for them.