AUGUST 22, 2021 21ST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Saturday, August 21 5:30PM People of St. Stanislaus Kostka

Sunday, August 22 8:15AM No Intention Requested 11:00AM Patricia Bommicino – Nancy Partridge

Monday, August 23 9:00AM Ginny Behrman-Goodwin – Nancy Partridge

Tuesday, August 24 9:00AM No Intention Requested

Wednesday, August 25 9:00AM No Mass or Communion Service

Thursday, August 26 9:00AM Carmela Kenny – Mary Angela Boyle

Friday, August 27 9:00AM No Intention Requested

Saturday, August 28 5:30PM Jerome McSorley – Reed Family

Thank you to all who have continued to generously support

the Parish of St. Stanislaus Kostka during the pandemic.

We look forward to the day that we can throw our doors open wide and welcome everyone safely at Mass.

THIS WEEK’S SECOND COLLECTION WILL BE FOR THE

PROPAGATION OF THE FAITH

**BIRTHDAY GREETINGS**

August 22 Denisse Lavariega, Rebecca Malone, Luis Ortiz, Bianca Tejeda

August 23 Thomas Ayasse, Louis Caviglia, Joseph Marcano, Cesar Meneses

August 24 Dominick Hiesel, Ruel Jusi, Yesenia Lopez, Valerie Mahler, Cameron Masker, Daniel Odescalchi

August 25 Teresa Ayasse, Victor Becerra, Melissa Ferrara, Maria Lavariega, Nadine Marzouka, Patrick Rowland, Jack Slifstein, Liam Thompsett, Courtney Wimmers

August 26 Tara Fischer, Samantha Laffin, Christopher Pociask, Carl J. Rennia, Magdalena Stolz

August 27 Cassandra Jaeb, Steven Jones, Kim Sears, Brian Treuhaft

August 28 Katherine Carnecchia, Sarah Long, Mary McAllister, Mark Mikolajeski, Robert L. Polotaye, Kathleen Turner

SCHEDULED CONFESSIONS Confessions will be heard on

Wednesday evenings from 6:45 to 7:30PM in the Church. During that time, we will expose

the Blessed Sacrament for Adoration. All are welcome.

REMINDER OUR NEXT LIVE-STREAMED MASS WILL BE

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH AT 11AM

A LOOK AHEAD: READING FOR AUGUST 29, 2021

First Reading: Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8 Moses tells the people to always observe the statutes God has given them, without adding or subtracting from these laws. He reminds them that the law is just, and that any nation who heard their statues would consider them a wise nation. Second Reading: James 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27 James discusses the gifts that God has given to all people and implores them to respond by welcoming the words of truth that can save them. He emphasizes that through good deeds and pure conduct, our faith in God is proven to him. Gospel: Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 The Pharisees observed some of Jesus’ disciples eating without first purifying their hands and ask the disciples why they are going against their ancestor’s traditions. Jesus responds that nothing from the outside can make a person impure. The only true evil, acts such as fornication, murder, and greed among others, come from within the make a person impure.

FORMED - CATHOLIC FAITH ON DEMAND You might find these of interest:

The Bible and the Virgin Mary: The Promised Mother – In this session, we’re going to examine the role played by the queen mothers of the Davidic Kingdom in the Old Testament and how they point forward to Mary’s role as Queen Mother. Go to: https://watch.formed.org/search?q=the+queenship

Cat-Chat For Kids: Celebrating Mary-Learning about our Blessed Mother – Come and spend some time with Moses the Cat and the Cat Chat Family as they talk about Mary, the Mother of our Lord and of man. Go to: https://watch.formed.org/cat-chat/season:1/videos/celebrating-mary-learning-about-our-blessed-mother

If you have questions call the Parish office.

FAITH FORMATION INFO Classes begin on September 14th & 15th. If you have not yet registered, please do, so that we know our needs for classrooms and catechists in the fall.

Volunteers Needed! We have many volunteer opportunities available! Call the Parish office for more information. You do not have to have a child in the program to help us out!

SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT... “When they stood in ranks before God, Joshua addressed all the people. “If it does not please you to serve the Lord, decide today who you will serve, the gods your fathers served beyond the river, or the gods of the Amorites in whose country you are now dwelling. As for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” ...Many of the disciples who were listening said, “This is a hard saying, who can accept it?”” Joshua, the successor of Moses, challenged the people. How often in the scriptures we come to moments of great decision. Mary was asked to be the Mother of God. She said yes. Peter and the apostles were summoned to leave the fishing industry and tax collectors booth. Saints and Martyrs throughout the ages, made their heroic decisions. Missionaries traveled to bring the gospel to others. Now it is my turn. Surely, as the hymn says, “We have decided to follow Jesus.” But do we only when it is convenient? In moments of stress, or at the time to make a more decision, what wins, convenience and ease or witness and commitment? Maybe we should begin by realizing that the Christian life is a challenge, supported by God’s gift of grace, allowing us to make a firm decision to improve. The Christian life is not to be a life of comfort, but it is comforting to know that Jesus Christ supports my decision to follow.

from HIS WORD TODAY by Rev. William J. Reilly Most Holy Name Catholic Church, Garfield, NJ

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NEWS

GOLF OUTING Sunday, August 29, 2021

Golf Registration 12:30pm | Dinner 4:30pm The Knights of Columbus will hold their 3rd Annual Golf Outing on Sunday, August 29 at the College Hill Golf Course in Poughkeepsie. Cost for golf and dinner is $75; dinner only $25. Space is limited, so please reserve your spot today! Hole Sponsorships also are available for $100. Please contact: kocststan@gmail.com ASAP