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The Parish of the Holy Cross

95 Nichols Road + Nesconset, NY 11767 + 631.265.2200 + www.pothc.org

WE CELEBRATE EUCHARIST

Monday—Thursday: 9:00 A.M. (Chapel)

Saturday: 5:00 P.M.

Sunday: 8:00 A.M. + 9:30 A.M. + 11:30 A.M.

WE CELEBRATE RECONCILIATION

Saturday: 3:45 P.M.—4:30 P.M.

or call Father Michael for an appointment.

WE CELEBRATE BAPTISM

Baptisms are celebrated on the second and last Sunday

of each month at 1 P.M. Please contact the Parish

Office for more information.

WE CELEBRATE WEDDINGS

Couples should contact the Parish Office at least six

months in advance of the proposed wedding date.

LET ALL BE WELCOMED AS CHRIST!

Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time - August 7, 2016

Come and pray with us!

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We are here for you!

Rev. Michael F. Holzmann Pastor

Ms. Ellen Fox Director of Religious Education

Mrs. Connie Calabro Mrs. Mary Anne Mc Culloch Co-Coordinators of Parish Outreach

Mrs. Judith Pickel Pastoral Associate

631.265.2200 + Fax 631.265.2229 + [email protected] Parish Summer Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM (closed 12:15-1:00 PM)

Deacon Ralph Rivera Pastoral Minister

Mrs. Elizabeth Shea Business Manager

Mr. Brian Reich Director of Music Ministry

Mr. Salvatore Finocchiaro Coordinator of Youth Ministries

PASTORAL TEAM

PASTORAL STAFF

Mrs. Jane Wirth Parish Secretary

Mr. Edward Guise Mr. Gerald Farrell Custodians

Mrs. Mary Inghilterra Weekend Sacristan

Mr. James Reiss Religious Education Secretary ([email protected])

Dr. Vincent Mazurek Music Minister

Celebrants for Next Weekend’s Masses

August 13th/14th

5:00 PM Fr. Michael

8:00 AM Fr. Michael

9:30 AM Fr. Michael

11:30 AM Fr. Michael

Scripture Readings for August 14, 2016 + Jeremiah 38:4-6, 8-10

+ Hebrews 12:1-4

+ Luke 12:49-53

Banns of Marriage

Second Time

Megan Stanley & Michael Rocker

Third Time

Lauren Grimmell & Gregory Arnold Joanna DiGiovanna & Dominic Garrambone

Mass Intentions Schedule

Week of August 7th, 9 AM Mass

Mon. Andrea Wolf

Tue. Yvonne Barto (living)

Wed. Richard Jankay

Thu. Joseph Cappiello

Saturday, August 13th, 5 PM Mass

Harvey Reis, Robert Filce, James Starace, Domenic

Ligotti, Thomas Mills Sr.

Sunday, August 14th, 20th Sun. in Ordinary Time

8:00 AM People of the Parish

9:30 AM Salvatore Ganci

11:30 AM Dr. Donna McCaffrey, Sue Melillo,

Laurie Belfiore, Victor Chersevani,

Patrick Graziose

New Life in Christ New Life in Christ

The Bread and Wine have

been donated

for special intentions

August 7-20, 2016

by the Stumbo family

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Summer Projects - Part 2

Remembering our Sick

Please pray for those in our parish who are sick, their families and caregivers: Bob DeFilippis

by Father Michael Last week I shared with you how I built a little workshop in the house. That project really was not planned ahead of time. It began with my wanting to sort out a box of nuts and bolts, and it unexpectedly, but happily, grew into a major undertaking. My other project that consumed my efforts has been in the planning stages for a few years now. In the parish house there is a rather long hallway. On one side there are windows that face the front yard, on the other a long blank wall. I have been thinking for some time now that the blank wall would be a great place to create a collage of “neat stuff” from my life. So, for the past few weeks I have been hanging little shelves, picture frames and some track lighting (I definitely needed help on that part of the project). I’ve been going through boxes of all different kinds of little mementos I have collected over the years; some of them are from my childhood, and some are from different parishes where I served. I have many photos from family, travels and pastoral assignments. It has been a lot of work to go through everything, but also a delightful stroll down memory lane. There are still many picture frames to fill. It will take a while to complete this undertaking, but I am pleased with what has taken place up to this point. I will never again live in a place where I have so much personal space. Over the years I have acquired lots of stuff. I thought if I cannot make use of it here and now, I will never have another opportunity like this again. As much stuff as I have taken out and put on display, I still have a whole lot more stuff tucked away. It was appropriate for me that the gospel last week was about the foolish man who thought his task was to build bigger barns for all his stuff. That is what I initially thought, “Where should I store all the extra stuff I still have?” I have come to the conclusion, it is now time to be reducing barn space; just because I have an entire basement doesn’t mean I need to keep it filled. For the seven years before I came to Holy Cross I was Chaplain at St. John the Baptist High School. For a variety of reasons, during that time I lived in four different rectories. You would have thought that moving all that stuff so many times would have inspired me to look at what I have been hauling around. But, it has taken me some time to come to that conclusion. If all goes well, you may notice a few extra garbage cans at the end of my driveway. As part of the project I placed on the wall a quote from Psalm 4, “What can bring us happiness?” many say. Several years ago on retreat that line jumped out to me. Where and what will bring happiness? For me, the treasures that I display all remind me of the good people and rich blessings that have been part of my life. While we cannot hold onto everything that has been part of our lives, we can remind ourselves of the moments, people and places that have brought us closer to God.

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Adeline Patricia Clifford Bryce Timothy Cullen Ellie Pauline Curcio Lily Reese Cusick Cassidy Rae Davis

Bella Christina Hanania Anthony John Lewin

Juliette Petrina Martocci Brandon Thomas Mayer Joseph James McHugh

Gerard Anthony O’Connor Evalynn Helene Seidl

Isabella Sofia Siciliano Aoife Aura Spoonley

Giovanna Grace Troccoli

Holy Cross welcomes

these children baptized in July

Praying for Our Military

In March of this year we began a list of names of those from our community who serve in the Armed Forces. We publish the list on the first Sunday of each month. Each name is automatically listed for six months. We ask that you contact the Parish Office if you wish to add a name or continue a name for an additional six months. Due to bulletin deadlines, all prayer requests to the Parish Office should be made by the 20

th of the

month prior to publication. May God bless all who serve our nation. Pray for peace!

FC3 Lane Dyar Sgt. Daniel Frost WO Christopher Kaminsky Pvt. Michael Knipper Lt. Jennifer Kollmar Spc. Ryan Mauldin Lt. Ryan Montvydas IT3 Jason Mulderig

Hearing Devices For parishioners who have difficulty hearing,

Holy Cross has individual devices which can

amplify sound. They are simple to use and

work for those who wear hearing aids and

those who do not. If you are interested in

using one of these devices, please see the

Sacristan or an Usher prior to Mass.

Gluten Free Hosts

For parishioners who have Celiac Disease or

a gluten sensitivity, Holy Cross has gluten

free hosts. If you would like to receive a

gluten free host during Communion, please

inform the Sacristan prior to Mass.

Special Collection

Next weekend, August

13/14, at the Offertory we

will also be collecting for

our Repairs and Major

Renovations fund.

Remember “Kevin Bacon”

Don’t forget to feed “Kevin Bacon” your quarters when you come to Mass on Sundays! Your donation benefits Heifer International.

PARISH NEWS

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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS

SUMMER FUN!

Join us for Movie Night!

Bring a lawn chair, and join us for a fun Movie Night on the lawn of the Parish House on Monday, August 8th at 7:30 pm. Park in the Church parking lot and follow the signs to the path to the house. The movie

will be: Field of Dreams!

Help Wanted - Religious Education Secretary The Parish of the Holy Cross in Nesconset, NY is seeking a Religious Education Secretary (18 to 20 hours a week) to become part of an enthusiastic team. Applicants must have good knowledge of the Catholic faith. Strong organizational, interpersonal and multi-tasking skills are essential along with excellent computer proficiency in Word and Excel, as well as the ability to learn our parish software. As a ministry, this position requires some flexibility and pastoral sensitivity to the parish’s 3000 families. Resumes must be submitted no later than August 19, 2016. Please mail (or email) a cover letter and resume to Parish of the Holy Cross, Att: Ellen Fox, Director Religious Education, 95 Old Nichols Road, Nesconset, New York 11767. ([email protected])

Catechists Needed!

The Religious Education program is looking for Catechists to help in

our one to one Monday afternoon program. Anyone who has worked

with special needs children is encouraged to inquire as to how they can

assist in the Faith Formation of children. Please call Ellen Fox, the

DRE, at 631-265-2200 ext. 12. Thank you!

mailto:[email protected]

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PARISH OUTREACH

OUTREACH COLLECTS SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Our final collection of NEW school supplies for students in grades K thru HS will take place next weekend.

Our Wish List includes:

1. Basic School Supplies 2. BACKPACKS for all ages 3. FLASH DRIVES 4. Gift Cards from Payless Shoes 5. Cash or Check designated for “SNEAKERS.”

Donations may be left at the “SCHOOL HOUSE” in the Atrium or brought directly to the Outreach Office. *PLEASE MARK THE AMOUNT on all Gift Cards*

Any families who find it difficult to purchase school supplies for their children are invited to take advantage of this program. Please feel free to call (265-2200 x13) or stop by the Outreach Office.

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Youth Ministry

Hi Everyone! Are you in high school?

Do you want to make new friends as

you play fun games and activities?

Do you want to build more of an

understanding about yourself and

your faith? Then check out the Holy

Cross Youth Group!

Here are our upcoming Youth

Summer Events:

Friday, August 12:

Youth Outdoor

Movie Night! 8:30 -

10:30PM in the

Church courtyard!

If you have any questions or

concerns, please do not hesitate to

contact Sal Finocchiaro, the

Coordinator of Youth Ministries, at:

[email protected],

or call the Parish Office. :-)

YOUTH NEWS

Children’s Liturgy of the Word is in Need of Helpers!

Children's Liturgy of the Word will

resume on September 11, 2016 at

the 11:30AM Mass in the Fr. Joe

Room.

This is an opportunity for the

children of our parish, from

Kindergarten to 3rd grade, to

experience the Word of God at

their level, in an interactive setting.

We are looking for additional

helpers for the fall. The time

commitment is dependent on the

number of helpers we have. And,

community service hours are

available, if needed.

If you are in grades 4th to 12th and

are interested in helping out or

want more information, please

contact Karyn at 631-648-3594.


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PARISH NEWS

Anointing of the Sick In the past, people received the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick only when they were

gravely ill. However, the Church believes that the Anointing of the Sick should be

experienced while we are still able to be aware of God’s peaceful presence within us.

You are strongly encouraged to receive this Sacrament if you are

having upcoming surgery, are dealing with a chronic or debilitating

illness, are suffering from addiction, mental health issues or frailty.

On the first Sunday of each month, the Sacrament of the Anointing of

the Sick is offered after the 9:30 AM Mass. This Sunday, August 7th,

the Anointing will be offered.

BULLETIN ADS

Be a Bulletin Advertiser!

Did you know that the Holy Cross bulletin is printed for us each week free of charge?

Not only that, our parish receives a part of the

advertising commission. So, please frequent the fine

establishments that advertise in our bulletin!

If your business could use some exposure, consider

advertising in the bulletin. Each weekend, well over a

thousand people attend Mass at Holy Cross, most of

whom live and shop in Nesconset and the surrounding

areas. Also, our bulletin is on our website pothc.org and

reaches thousands of area families with information

about your business.

If you are interested in advertising, or would like more

information, please call Bill Richter of The Church Bulletin Inc. at 631-943-3639.

The Parish of the Holy Cross 95 Nichols Road + Nesconset, NY 11767 + 631.265.2200 + www.pothc.org

WE CELEBRATE EUCHARIST Monday—Thursday: 9:00 A.M. (Chapel) Saturday: 5:00 P.M. Sunday: 8:00 A.M. + 9:30 A.M. + 11:30 A.M. WE CELEBRATE RECONCILIATION Saturday: 3:45 P.M.—4:30 P.M. or call Father Michael for an appointment.

WE CELEBRATE BAPTISM Baptisms are celebrated on the second and last Sunday of each month at 1 P.M. Please contact the Parish Office for more information.

WE CELEBRATE WEDDINGS Couples should contact the Parish Office at least six months in advance of the proposed wedding date.

LET ALL BE WELCOMED AS CHRIST!

Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time - June 26, 2016

Come and pray with us!

For you were

called for

FREEDOM,

brothers and

sisters...use

your freedom

to serve one

another

through love.

For the whole

law is fulfilled

in one

statement,

namely,

You shall love

your neighbor

as yourself.

Galatians 5:13-14

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Will the Senate Pass

The Conscience

Protection Act?

On July 13th, the House of Representatives passed

the Conscience Protection Act, which provides

legal protections to doctors, nurses, hospitals and

all health care providers who choose not to provide

abortions.

“Whoever you are – whatever you believe – no one

would be forced to violate their conscience – least

of all by the federal government,” said House

Speaker Paul Ryan.

The United Sates Conference of Catholic Bishops

says this Conscience Protection Act closes several

loopholes in current law that are allowing States to

mandate abortions be performed or covered by

Catholic and other faith-based hospitals and health

care providers. “We’re grateful to those members

of both parties who support the civil rights of con-

science,” said New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan and

Baltimore Archbishop William Lori.

“Disturbing new actions to force healthcare providers

to participate in the destruction of human life cry out

for an immediate federal remedy.”

The USCCB, July 7, 2016.

The bill must now go to the Senate for approval and, if

passed, on to the President. Now is the time for

citizens to notify their senators how they feel about

freedom of conscience.

Will the Senate Pass

The Conscience

Protection Act?

On July 13th, the House of Representatives passed

the Conscience Protection Act, which provides

legal protections to doctors, nurses, hospitals and

all health care providers who choose not to provide

abortions.

“Whoever you are – whatever you believe – no one

would be forced to violate their conscience – least

of all by the federal government,” said House

Speaker Paul Ryan.

The United Sates Conference of Catholic Bishops

says this Conscience Protection Act closes several

loopholes in current law that are allowing States to

mandate abortions be performed or covered by

Catholic and other faith-based hospitals and health

care providers. “We’re grateful to those members

of both parties who support the civil rights of con-

science,” said New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan and

Baltimore Archbishop William Lori.

“Disturbing new actions to force healthcare providers

to participate in the destruction of human life cry out

for an immediate federal remedy.”

The USCCB, July 7, 2016.

The bill must now go to the Senate for approval and, if

passed, on to the President. Now is the time for

citizens to notify their senators how they feel about

freedom of conscience.

www.cffor.org

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM

The Holy Cross Scripture

Study Group will meet on

the first and third Thursdays

of the month beginning

Thursday, September 15th.

Join us at 10AM in the Fr.

Joe Room.

SCRIPTURE STUDY

GOLDEN WEDDING

JUBILEE

This fall, couples that have been married fifty years or more will be honored at liturgies on Sunday, October 23, 2016 at the Church of St. Rose of Lima in Massapequa and on Sunday, November 6, 2016 at the Church of Christ the King in Commack. Both liturgies will begin at 2:30 PM. Couples may register for ONE liturgy. Registration forms and complete instructions can be obtained at your parish office. Registration must be received by the Office of Worship by October 7th for the October 23rd liturgy and by October 21st for the November 6th liturgy. There will be additional celebrations in the spring for those who may find that more convenient. Dates for the spring celebrations will be communicated at a later time. If you have any questions you may call 516-678-5800, extension 207.

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CASH CALENDAR

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Saturday, August 6th 3:45 - 4:45 PM

HOLY HOUR FOR PEACE Worship Area SCHOOL SUPPLIES COLLECTION 5PM Atrium

Sunday, August 7th All Masses

SCHOOL SUPPLIES COLLECTION Atrium ANOINTING OF THE SICK 10:30AM Worship Area VISIONING COMMITTEE 12:30-2PM Conference Rm.

Monday, August 8th 7:30 PM

MOVIE NITE Parish House

Saturday, August 13th 5:00 PM SCHOOL SUPPLIES COLLECTION Atrium

Sunday, August 14th All Masses

SCHOOL SUPPLIES COLLECTION Atrium BAPTISMS 1PM Worship Area

MEETINGS THIS WEEK

CATHOLIC MINISTRIES APPEAL UPDATE

Here is an update on the status of the Appeal here at Holy Cross:

Goal Pledges No. Donors Ave. Gift % of Goal

$62,900.00 $52,835.00 295 $179.10 84%

When payments reach 100% of our goal, we receive a rebate of 20% or $12,580. Please help

your community and your parish by supporting the CMA!

Congratulations to the following July Cash Calendar Winners!

CASH CALENDAR

Date Amount Name

7/1/2016 $50 Frank Gargiulo

7/2/2016 $50 Kevin McGuire

7/3/2016 $50 Barbara Walsh

7/4/2016 $500 The Reich Family

7/5/2016 $50 Holy Cross Food Pantry

7/6/2016 $50 Kathy Donnelly

7/7/2016 $50 Jim Mussler




7/11/2016 $50 Rosaria Nastasi

7/12/2016 $50 Laura Holst

7/13/2016 $50 Ralph Rivera

7/14/2016 $50 Connie Lipnicki

7/15/2016 $50 Carol Terlaga

7/16/2016 $50 Jessica Mulderig

7/17/2016 $50 Arlene & Jerry Pisapia




7/21/2016 $50 Linda Spahr

7/22/2016 $50 Pam Cotter

7/23/2016 $50 The Knipper Family

7/24/2016 $50 Elizabeth Sullivan

7/25/2016 $50 Lorraine Hicks

7/26/2016 $50 Joan Ward

7/27/2016 $50 Joe Brindisi

7/28/2016 $50 Laura Mercorelli

7/29/2016 $50 The Geary Family

7/30/2016 $50 Dottie Christensen

7/31/2016 $50 Evelyn Rivera

Date Amount Name






















7/22/2016 $50 Pam Cotter




7/26/2016 $50 Joan Ward






Date Amount Name






















7/22/2016 $50 Pam Cotter




7/26/2016 $50 Joan Ward






The Diocese of Rockville Centre Youth Ministry Night at Bethpage Ballpark!

Join the youth of the diocese for an exciting game of baseball! York Revolution vs. the Long Island Ducks – August 27, 2016 at 6:35pm. Enjoy a great game and beautiful fireworks with good friends! We have reserved tickets for this special game that can be purchased for $12 by contacting either Marianne Sheridan, Director for Youth Ministry at: [email protected] or Christine Fitzgerald, Youth Minister for Good Shepherd Parish at: [email protected] Deadline for purchasing tickets is August 15. Let’s make it a DRVC Family/Youth Night!

DRVC YOUTH MINISTRY



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