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Parish Staff

Rev. William Damroth, Pastor Msgr. Peter Tran Van Phat, Parochial Vicar (re red) Lawrence Kawula, Deacon Peter R.C. Haight, Deacon John Hanley, Deacon Jack Seymour, Deacon Rest in Peace Sister Alba Danese, FMI, Pastoral Assistant Sister Anna Sasso, FMI, Pastoral Assistant Sister Laura Urbano, PBVM, Pastoral Assistant

Baptisms Bap. sms are celebrated twice a month. Please arrange for the obligatory prepara on session by calling the Rectory.

Marriage Engaged couples should contact the Rectory at least six months in advance. Diocesan regula� ons require a marriage prepara� on program for all couples.

Mass Schedule Saturday ------------------------------------------ 5:30 pm Sunday ----------------------- 10:00 am & 12:00 noon Monday-Saturday ------------------------------ 9:00 am

Confessions Saturday --------------------------------- 4:30 - 5:15 pm

Mass Schedule Saturday ------------------------------------------4:00 pm Sunday ---------------- 8:30 am & 1:30 pm (Spanish) Monday-Friday ----7:00 am (Communion Service)

& 12:00 noon

Confessions Saturday --------------------------------- 3:00 - 3:45 pm

Holy Days ------------------------------ As announced

May 10, 2020

Phone: 845-561-2264 • Fax: 845-562-7144

SAINT MOTHER TERESA OF CALCUTTA

The Parish of Born: Anjeze Gonxhe Bojaxhiu, August 26, 1910

Died: September 5, 1997 Canonized: September 4, 2016

Founded 1912 Founded 1909

Padre’s Corner MAY 10, 2020 FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER

Cloistered Minnesota Nuns Share Thoughts on Handling Social Isolation By John Reinan / Star Tribune

“SAUK RAPIDS, MINN. – The Poor Clare Sisters know all about sheltering in place. They’ve been doing it most of their lives. Sixteen Catholic nuns reside at Saint Clare’s Monastery in this central Minnesota city, living lives of service to God through prayer. To the usual vows of poverty, obedience and chastity, they’ve added one more: enclosure. From the hilltop sanctuary, they send out prayers in answer to the thousands of requests that come in by phone, by letter or confided through a screen in the doorway of their monastery. But they never leave their cloister, except for infrequent medical checkups.

As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads across Minnesota and much of the globe, several sisters graciously consented to meet and offer their thoughts on how the rest of us can cope with our social isolation during the novel coronavirus pandemic. “We are very happy and content, and feel very blessed to be in this situation. The Lord is very close to us,” said Mother Mary Immaculata, the abbess of the monastery, who’s lived here for 39 years. As for the rest of us, she said, “You have quite a challenge out there. You have the opportunity to be in the world and live your lives as good people. “It’s not hopeless”. Here are some of the nuns’ thoughts on keeping spiritually and emotionally healthy during a time of solitude. Stick to a program. “It is very helpful to have a schedule to live by,” said Mother Immaculata. The Poor Clare Sisters have regular times set aside daily for communal prayers, individual prayers, chapel, meals and relaxation. Be helpful. “Do something for someone else,” said Sister Mary Matthew, who’s lived in the monastery for 36 years. “Write a letter. Check on someone. Reach out to the elderly. Anyone can do that.” Enjoy yourself. “Play some table games. Make some popcorn,” said Mother Mary Barbara, the vicaress and a 27-year resident. The nuns gather every day for an hour to talk and relax. They might knit, crochet or make rosaries. Occasionally, they also enjoy pinochle, canasta, jigsaw puzzles and board games. Rack-O is a favorite. Make a joyful noise. ”The Sound of Music” and “The Singing Nun,” it appears, are true to life. “We do a lot of singing in our services,” said Sister Mary Matthew. “I encourage people to sing and listen to music. Those are the things that lift our hearts to God.”

Live in the moment. “Stop and smell the roses. Watch the grass grow. Focus on the goodness of God,” said Mother Immaculata. The nuns have no radio, TV or internet. They do read St. Cloud or Twin Cities newspapers dropped off for them by local residents, so they have knowledge of the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s all part of God’s plan, they say, and they’ve seen good come from it.

“We had a letter from a grandma,” said Mother Mary Barbara. “She was so happy that she could teach her granddaughters to crochet. In another letter, a little 4-year old is calling this ‘party days’ because mom and dad are home and they can do all kinds of fun things.”

And the nuns are praying for all of us. They’ve added multiple daily communal prayers for the end of the virus, and for those affected physically, emotionally and financially, said Sister Mary Christiana, a 17-year resident. “Our country is generous,” said Sister Mary Matthew. “Where there is a crisis, goodness comes out. It’s the face of God, the face of love.” Mother Mary Barbara said she’s grateful that people are being so cooperative in abiding by the rules created for safety. It would have been easy, she said, for there to be “a lot of rebellion and people objecting and not cooperating.” “So much beauty is coming from this,” said Sister Mary Christiana. “People might be blaming God,” said Sister Mary Elizabeth cloistered for 23 years. “God is all love and good. He can’t produce anything bad.”

And that leads to the sisters’ final tip: Remember that love has no barriers. “There’s still that love and presence.” Mother Immaculata said, “even at a distance.”” PONDERINGS FROM FATHER BILL I have been subscribing electronically to the “ Star Tribune “ out of Minneapolis, Minnesota since early January. The “Land of 10,000 Lakes“ has always been one of my desired states. My favorite hockey team (Wild) and television show (Mary Tyler Moore from 1970-1977) derive from that area , including Saint Paul and Bloomington (Mall of America). These consecrated nuns in the aforementioned article remind us of the power of spirituality, coming from the hidden walls of a convent. Thinking, disconnected from a society of panic and fear because of a destructive worldwide virus, is just what the doctor (Jesus ordered to keep us sane, hopeful, and faithful. I encourage all to adhere to these wise counsels from wise woman. Spiritually we will grow from these times. Father Bill

SACRED HEART SECOND COLLECTION SAINT FRANCIS Monday, May 11 9:00am Thomas Hare By Norma & Joe Casillo and Julie & Don Hartley

Nothing to report – Masses canceled by Archdiocese due to Coronavirus Sacred Heart-St Francis Weekly Collection

2020 1st Collection $ 2nd Collection $ TOTAL $

Monday, May 11 7:00am Communion Service

12:00pm By

Tuesday, May 12 9:00am By

Tuesday, May 12 7:00am Communion Service

12:00pm Robert Anthony Michon By Sister Chris

Yvette Salcedo By Family

Wednesday, May 13 9:00am Sr. Estelle Kilpatrick By Angie Gilbert

Sacred Heart Mass Attendance , 2020

5:30 10:00 12:00

TOTAL

Wednesday, May 13 7:00am Communion Service

12:00pm By

Thursday, May 14 9:00am Mary Megna By Janice & John Roscino

Thursday, May 14 7:00am Communion Service

12:00pm By

Friday, May 15 9:00am By

Saint Francis Mass Attendance , 2020

4:00 8:30 1:30

TOTAL

Friday, May 15 7:00am Communion Service

12:00pm Zofia Wilkanowska By Granddaughter Krystina

Steve Jaffe (4th Anniversary)

Saturday, May 16 9:00am Friars Pro Life Mass By 5:30pm Genevieve Coughtry By Marilyn Hearns

Mass Intentions for This Weekend May 9 & 10, 2020 -Sacred Heart 5:30pm Deceased member of the Fabiano & Ronsini Families

10:00am Marianna Foti 12:00pm

Saturday, May 16 4:00pm Barbara Pavlik By Husband Frank

Sunday, May 17 10:00am Living & Deceased Members of Court Patricia #195 By 12 noon John & Stephanie Naclerio By Norma & Joe Casillo

Mass Intentions for This Weekend May 9 & 10, 2020 Saint Francis

4:00pm John & Stephanie Naclerio

8:30am Yvette Salcedo & Maria Laguna

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Today FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER

First Reading: Acts 6:1-7 During the early growth of the Church, the apostles realized that they needed more disciples in order to carry out effectively the ministry of the Church. The community selected seven men, one of whom was Stephen. Second Reading: 1 Peter 2:4-9 Citing many uses of the word “stone” in the sayings of Jesus and in the Old Testament, Peter urges the Christians to be “living stones...an edifice of spirit.” Gospel: John 14:1-12 In this beautiful passage from the words of Jesus at the Last Supper, Jesus promises that he is preparing a place for the apostles. He tells them, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through me.” When Philip asks Jesus to show them the Father, Jesus answers, “Whoever has seen me has seen the Father.”

Monday Acts 14:5-18; Jn 14:21-26 Tuesday Acts 14:19-28; Jn 14:27-31a Wednesday Acts 15:1-6; Jn 15:1-8 Thursday Acts 1:15-17, 20-26; Jn 15:9-17 Friday Acts 15:22-31; Jn 15:12-17 Saturday Acts 16:1-10; Jn 15:18-21

Weekly Sunday Mass – For as long as our Churches need to remain closed, Sunday Mass will be posted on Saint Mother Teresa Facebook page (Saint Mother Teresa Parish, Sacred Heart-Saint Francis Churches, Newburgh, NY) at 10:00 am every Sunday

A heartfelt thank you for your continued support and generosity to our parish during this unprecedented time. May God continue to bless each and every one of you.

Please remember the following members of the armed service in your prayers. US Marines, Sgt. C.J. Kozlik - US Army LCDR Thomas O. Mennerich – USN, LCDR Abby K. Mennerich Lorfeld – USN, Keith O’Connor - US Army, Sgt. Anthony Colotti - US Army, Nicholos M. Pisani - US Navy Capt. Bryan Malone - US Army, Airman Matthew Cook - Air Force, PFC.Cory Ray Kretzmer - US Army Sgt Vincent Thurston - US Marines, Pvt Francis Thurston - US Marines, E2 Thomas Pacenza III - USAF Pvt. Haley Pacenza - US Army, Airman Samantha Trappe - Air Nat’l Guard, S/Sgt Grant Drumgold - Air Force M/Sgt Theresa Castellane - Air Force, SPC Patrick D.Ortland - US Army, PFC David Recine Jr. - USArmyPFC Matthew F. Lease USMC, If you know ofsomeone deployed overseas,please let us know.

WEEKLY OFFERINGS During these difficult times without being able to have our weekly Masses, we kindly ask whatever offerings you are able to make, please mail them to Saint Mother Teresa of Calcutta Church, 301 Ann Street, Newburgh, NY 12550 or drop them off in the mailbox located outside the rectory door on the Ann Street side. You can also sign up for the online giving program by clicking on these links:

https://stfrancisnewburgh.churchgiving.com/

https://sacredheartnewburgh.churchgiving.com/

PRAYERS FOR THE SICK Deacon Peter Haight, Vincenza Secor, Aaron Stagliano, Maureen Kelly, Anne McClellan, Donnie Ruckdeschel, Bobbi Hull, Jim Formato, Paul Neugebauer, Catherine Fossella, Julia Vecchio, Gloria Presutti, Beulah Politi, Tom Marino, Maverick Coolidge, Carol Retuer, Barbara Wolyzyn, Mary Michele Lease, Eliana Rose Mary Valenti, David Vandermast, George Quintyne, Carol Brown, Ariana Cruz, Rina Bozzone, Jaddon Johnson, Eileen Burke, Ken Masten, John Marullo, Joann Fayo-Perry, Kathleen Bachman, Mike Fitzgerald, Samuel Cerone, Jr, Frances Marino, Joan Michalowski, Jean Mendoza, Michelle Ryan, Jamel Issa, Patricia Rifenburgh, April Carlyon, Margaret Juliano, Erin Garvey, George Sarvis, Guiseppe Gagliardo,Teresa Centeno, Cindy Cerone, Patrick Fayo, Jr., Rebecca Pacella, Janie Favoino, Bea Gruini, Carol Bourdage, Sharon Mendoza-Lindenauer, Albert Irwin, Barbara Colurciello, Joyce Diaz, Peyton Flaig, Maurena Luzzi, Mary Leoce, Arlene Sheridan, John Raszcewski, Giovanna Garrison, Jessica Pearson, Marie Cronin, Theresa Dombroski, Austin Galvin, Nancy D’Addio, Lorraine Santacroce, Adele Esposito, Joe Coyle, Ramon Piniero

Please call the rectory (561-2264) to add / delete names from this list

Pope Francis’s Prayer to Mary During Coronavirus Pandemic

O Mary, you always shine on our path as a sign of salvation and of hope. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick, who at the cross took part in Jesus’ pain, keeping your faith firm.

You, Salvation of Your People, know what we need, and we are sure you will provide so that, as in Cana of Galilee, we may return to you and to feasting after this time of trial.

Help us, Mother of Divine Love, to conform to the will of the Father and to do as we are told by Jesus, who has taken upon himself our sufferings and carried our sorrows to lead us, through the cross, to the joy of the resurrection. Amen.

Under your protection, we seek refuge, Holy Mother of God. Do not disdain the entreaties of we who are in trial, but deliver us from every danger, O glorious and blessed Virgin. Amen.

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