Dear Parishioners: As you know, we hosted our first Family Feast last weekend. Take some time to see some of the pictures from the Feast. I think it was fantastic, and I hope you and your family had a great time. I was so happy with how it turned out. To me, it was like…
Dear Parishioners: As I write this letter, I am looking out on our back fields, and I see all the rides are put up for the Fall Family Feast. I hope it will be an enjoyable time for everyone, both young and old, though I suspect that kids will enjoy the rides the most! Parish…
Dear Parishioners: On Sunday, we celebrate CATECHETICAL SUNDAY. It is an opportunity to honor our catechists and to remind us of our responsibilities as a parent to raise our children in the practice of the faith. Religious Education plays a key role in the spiritual formation of our children. We need to practice our faith…
Dear Parishioners: As you know, Thursday marked the 24th anniversary of the tragedy that took place on 9-11 in Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C. and here in New York City at the Twin Towers. Even now, we need to pray for those who died and especially for the families of the victims. The scars of those who…
Dear Parishioners: Well, school has started once again. For all teachers, I offer these quotes on the importance of your vocation as a teacher. “Actions speak louder than words; let your words teach and your actions speak.” – Saint Anthony of Padua “The first subject students learn is the teacher. Teachers offer themselves for imitation.…
Dear Parishioners: This weekend we celebrate Labor Day. Historically, Labor Day is an annual holiday to celebrate the achievement of workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions that workers have made to the strength, prosperity and well-being of our country. Labor Day has its origins in the labor union movement, specifically the…
Dear Parishioners: Cardinal Dolan and the Bishops of New York State need your help! Our state is on the brink of legalizing physicianassisted suicide. Governor Hochul is our last hope, as she has the power to veto the bill (A136), which passed the legislature earlier this year. Time is of the essence. Please contact the…
Dear Parishioners: Well, we have definitely been in the “dog days” of summer. I think the best weather is 65 degrees and partly cloudy, so this weather has not been enjoyable for me. Our Summer Camps and Vacation Bible school ended this past Friday, I think everyone had a good time. I will say this:…
Dear Parishioners: This past Saturday, July 26th, was the Memorial of Saints Joachim and Anne, the parents of Mary, the Blessed Mother. That also makes them the grandparents of Jesus. So, I like to call July 26th “Catholic Grandparents Day.” Pope Francis said: There are some things we really need to take care of: children…
Dear Parishioners: Once again, sweltering greetings from the rectory. I hope all goes well by you. As you may know, Fr. Jaison is visiting his family in India. He will be back in August. Fr. Cona is also away for two weeks. He was asked to be the Chaplain of the “Tertio Millennio” Seminar in…
