Finance Committee Corner Last Sunday $6,838 was received in the offertory
baskets at Mass and $5,875 was received through WeShare, for a total of $12,713. Thank you for so generously giving to our regular collection. The second collection in support of the Interfaith Assembly on Homelessness and Housing totaled $2,731. Thank You.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN
SUNDAY SCHOOL REGISTRATION WAS DUE AUGUST 1. LATE REGISTRATION WILL CONTINUE UNTIL AUGUST 20 FOR UNFILLED CLASSES! REGISTRATION WILL BE COMPLETELY CLOSED AUGUST 21-SEPTEMBER 9 AND REOPEN ON SEPTEMBER 10 FOR UNFILLED CLASSES.
Registration Packets have been emailed to the parents of current students and posted on the Sunday School website (www,
blessedsacramentsundayschool.org).
Paper copies will also be available at the rectory. You must register your child each year. If your child is not a current student please email me at
tina@blessedsacramentsundayschool.org so I can send you a packet via email or stop by the rectory to pick up a paper copy of the registration packet.
If you need additional information please call Tina Silvestro at 212-877-3111 or email the above address.
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA) Thinking of becoming a Catholic? Are you Baptized Catholic but have not received Communion or Confirmation? Inquiry discussions for adults will begin on Monday, September 24 at 6:30 pm. Please call Tina Silvestro at the parish office (212-877-3111) to register or seek information.
A MORAL ECONOMY Faith and the Free Market in an Age of Inequality A Presentation by Cardinal Joseph Tobin
"This economy kills." Pope Francis has been unsparing in his criticism of the ravages of modern-day capitalism, and in this symposium Cardinal Tobin of the Newark archdiocese delivers a major lecture on how Catholic teaching can light the way to a more just future.
Jeffrey D. Sachs, a world-renowned economist at Columbia University and regular visitor to the Vatican, will deliver a response.
Christine Emba of the
Washington Post moderates the discussion to follow.
INCLUSIVE DAY OF LEARNING AT THE BISHOP MOLLOY RETREAT HOUSE
For Clergy, Lay Pastoral Ministers, Persons who are LGBT+, and their Families and Friends
Presenter: Professor, Dr. Richard Gaillardetz, Dean of Theology at Boston College and President of the Catholic Theological Society of America
Date: Saturday, October 27th, 2018 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Lunch Included
An opportunity for participants to listen to each other in a spirit of accompaniment as they discuss their experiences and their concerns
Dr. Gaillardetz will give two presentations: “The Church as an Inclusive Community”; and, “A Father, Husband, Practicing Catholic, Parent of a Gay Son Shares His Experience”.
Registration Information:
Pre Registration with $10.00 Deposit required to hold your place.
Requested Donation: $35.00 (includes deposit)
(Rooms available for those wishing to arrive the day before and/or stay overnight the day of the event.) Overnight Prices: $50.00 per night + Continental Breakfast $20.00 = Total $70.00 For more information contact: Fr. John M. Lee, C.P. at 718-739-1229 or
jmlee@cpprov.org
Payment Information: Make a check payable to: Bishop Molloy Retreat House
Send to: Bishop Molloy Retreat House 86-45 Edgerton Blvd. Jamaica, NY 11432 ST. VINCENT DEPAUL All are welcome to attend the next St. Vincent de Paul meeting taking place in the rectory. We will be meeting on Tuesday, August 21st, at 6:30PM. Hope to see you there.
Join Dr. Scott Hahn and the St. Paul Center at Church of the Holy Family on Friday, September 7, 2018 for a powerful morning presentation on our Catholic faith. Best-selling author and renowned biblical scholar Scott Hahn will go deeper into the meaning of Scripture in the Church and our lives today.
Go deeper in your faith—register for this powerful event today!
Questions call the St. Paul Center at 740-264-9535
PALS (PREGNANCY AFTER LOSS) MEET UP GROUP NEW YORK NY Want to find other moms who are going through the emotional journey of pregnancy after loss? Are you in need of a community that meets in person and seems like old friends that you can talk to about the grief and the joys that come with being pregnant again after your other baby died? Then join a local PALS (Pregnancy After Loss Support) Meet-Up.
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Please contact Megan Brandow-Faller at
PALSMeetUpManhattan@gmail.com for more information.
SPIRIT IN ACTION GROUP Spirit in Action is a group sponsored by the church of St. John the Baptist in New York City. It is a club for mature Catholics over 50 years of age who are interested in getting together for spiritual, cultural, and social activities. Members receive newsletters concerning upcoming events. If you are interested in joining, please call our Hotline: 212-560-2366 and leave a message after the beep.
DOWNEY SIDE AGENCY
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