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SERVED BY Rev. Herbert T. DeGaris--------------------------------------- Pastor Deacon Philip Marino Rev. Msgr. William J. Foley ----------------------Pastor Emeritus

THE SACRAMENT OF THE EUCHARIST Sunday | Main Church in Stony Point Saturday Evening Anticipated Mass ---------------------5:30 PM Sunday Morning--------------------------------9:30 and 11:30 PM

Sunday | Church in Tomkins Cove Sunday Morning--------------------------------------------- 7:30 AM

Weekday Monday thru Friday ---------------------------------------- 7:30 AM Saturday------------------------------------------------------- 8:30 AM

Holy Days of Obligation: 5:30PM - Vigil 7:30AM and 12 Noon St. Gregory Barbarigo at 7:30 PM

DEVOTIONS Rosary: Recited daily after the 7:30 AM Mass

Novena: Monday after the 7:30 AM Mass the Miraculous Medal Novena is prayed.

RECTORY OFFICE 786-2742 | 942-2614 fax r547@archny.org

Margie Celenza Parish Secretary

Monday thru Friday: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

THE SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Confessions are heard on Saturday afternoon from 4:00 to 5:00 PM and anytime upon reasonable request.

THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: First & Third Sundays at 1:00 PM. Expectant parents may contact the Rectory Office to arrange for the baptism seminar class on the fourth Monday of every other month. The class is held in the Rectory, at 7:30 PM. Adults are baptized and confirmed at the Easter Vigil after completing the stages of the Rite of Christian Initiation.

RCIA – Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults: A process for those who wish to enter the Catholic Faith, or for present Catholic individuals who after being baptized may need to receive the sacraments of Holy Eucharist and Confirmation. For more information, please call the Rectory Office.

THE SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Since Catholic marriage requires a time of preparation, arrangements should begin at least six months before the proposed date of the wedding to allow for the Marriage Preparation Program and Natural Family Planning (NFP). It is required that either the bride or groom must be a registered and practicing member of Immaculate Conception Church.

PASTORAL CARE OF THE SICK: If you are planning to enter the hospital for surgery, experiencing a prolonged or serious illness, or are very weak due to advancement of age, please call the Parish Rectory to arrange for the sacraments of reconciliation, communion and anointing at home. Communal anointing of the sick is celebrated at mass during the Advent and Lenten seasons. Please notify us of any hospitalization so that we may be of assistance.

WELCOME TO NEW PARISHIONERS: The Immaculate Conception community warmly welcomes you! Please introduce yourself to the celebrant of the mass you are attending as you leave the church so that, on behalf of the entire community you may be welcomed. You can register at the Parish Office and receive any information needed from the office receptionist. Kindly notify us of any change of address.

“O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to you.”

T H E R O M A N C AT H O L I C C H U R C H O F T H E

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE Ughetta Jilleba, Coordinator Immaculate.prep@yahoo.com

24 East Main Street Stony Point, NY 10980 786-5298

Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM

MISSION STATEMENT: Immaculate Conception Parish is a Christian community of disciples in the Roman Catholic tradition, called by Jesus, united in Eucharistic worship and growing in faith, hope and love. Nourished through the sacraments and strengthened by God’s transforming love, we are empowered to know the gospel message and to witness to others. As Christian stewards, we are thankful for God’s many gifts and we commit ourselves to share our time, talent and treasure in Christ-like service within our parish community and beyond. We seek God’s blessing and guidance to be faithful to this mission.

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

February 10, 2019

February 10, 2019 Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time Dear Friends in Christ, Thank you to all who made last week’s Family Mass a joyful celebration. From our 6th graders who hosted the mass, to our Parish Choir and Children’s Choir who enhanced the Sacred Liturgy with the gift of their song. Much thanks to our Hospitality Committee who set up and once again provided a delicious hot Sunday breakfast for all of us to enjoy. Our next Family Mass will take place on the SECOND Sunday of March, on March 10th. To update you all on our slightly damaged steeple…The Archdiocese has responded quickly with being on site, examining the damage and informing me of plans for the repair. As of now, it looks like a minor repair which will be done in the very near future. May I lead us all in congratulating Bea & Marty Sasin on their 73rd Wedding Anniversary on February 16th! What a blessing both Bea and Marty are to our parish

family. Bea involved with our Ministry of Lectors and Marty serving graciously as an usher at out 9:30 mass. We witness their love as well for our community with their involvement in so many activities, most recently with the Polar Bear Plunge last Sunday. May God continue to bless them both as they serve as strong witnesses to the Sacrament of Marriage. We were blessed this past week with a few ‘spring-like’ warmer days. It was nice to open windows even if just for a few hours to bring in some fresh air. We still have half a winter to go, but again those few days were greatly welcomed. Now that the football season is over, bring on baseball! Pitchers and catchers report in just a few days! - Rev. Herbert T. DeGaris

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SCHOOL OF RELIGION NEWS CALENDAR RAFFLE: Heartfelt thanks to all who participated in the Calendar Fundraiser for The School of Religion. This is our most important fundraiser of the year. We depend heavily on this fundraiser to help defray the costs of maintaining the building for our children. It allows us to pay the heating, water, and electrical bills; books/supplies and more so that the children have the opportunity of learning our beautiful faith. Thank you and God bless you! DVD’s OF CHRISTMAS PAGEANT: If anyone would like to have a DVD of the Christmas Pageant, please contact Religious Education at 786-5298. CONFIRMATION: Saint Reports are due on February 12, 2019. Confirmation requirement. WINTER RECESS: February 19th and 21st. No Classes. Classes will resume on February 26th and 28th, (Tuesday and Thursday, respectively). FOURTH GRADE TO HOST FAMILY MASS Sunday, March 10th, 2019. Fourth Graders are to arrive at Church at 9:15 a.m. They will process into the Church with Fr. Herb. Hospitality will follow in the school gym. All family and friends are welcome.

FORMS AND INFORMATION: Available online at Church of the Immaculate Conception, Stony Point, NY; Religious Education, Upcoming Events and/or Communion & Confirmation Information. We are one family caring for each other. “Brothers and sisters, do not be afraid to welcome Christ and accept His power.” – St. Pope John Paul II

WE SHARE YEAR-END STATEMENTS All enrolled members with valid e-mails will receive an e-mail from We Share that will contain your 2018 Year-End Donation Statement. Thank You.

RENEW & REBUILD In regard to the Renew & Rebuild pledges, anyone who has paid $250.00 on pledges will receive an end of the year statement at the end of January. If you have pledged less than $250.00 please call to request a statement. Please call (212) 371-1000 and ask to speak to someone in the Renew & Rebuild office. Thank You.

MIDNIGHT RUN FEBRUARY 23RD

The night of February 23rd is the next scheduled run. We will prepare for the run at the Sr. Casserly Center on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. Donations of sack lunches and any baked goods will be greatly appreciated. Everyone’s generosity has put us in a position where there is a large supply of clothing and toiletries. On Saturday, we will meet in the

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church parking lot at 8:30 p.m., departing around 9:00 p.m. We will reach out first location by 10 or 10:15. We will then return to Stony Point, by 1:00 a.m. Sunday morning. Anyone interested in participating in any way or if there are any questions, please call Deacon John or Jessica Sadowski (845) 786 5759.

PETER'S PENCE COLLECTION

THIS WEEKEND FEBRUARY 10TH

The Peter’s Pence Collection helps support the Holy Father in his charitable works. The Peter's Pence Collection is taken up worldwide to support the most disadvantaged: victims of war, oppression, and natural disaster and others in need of emergency assistance. Be a pilgrim of charity - please be generous in this week’s Second Collection.

CALENDAR RAFFLE WINNERS

Date Prize Ticket Winner 2/1 $25 1562 Dorothy Badstein 2/2 $50 341 Christine Mayer 2/3 $25 036 Rose Liccardi 2/4 $75 1622 Christine Picariello 2/5 $150 1613 Jason Novak 2/6 $25 158 Louis Mastrogiacomo 2/7 $25 915 Janet Luzon 2/8 $25 1579 Patricia Ryan 2/9 $100 551 Kimberly Fersch

In Loving Memory of

Gerald Kilduff donated by the family

MEN’S CLUB MEETING FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15TH

8:30 P.M. Men's Club meeting, Friday, Feb.15th at 8:30 PM in Fr. Keenan Hall. We will be discussing the Atlantic City Trip and our Spring Roast Beef Dinner. All men of the parish are invited to attend. As always, bring a friend.

REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS

All those who are ill at home, in the hospital and in nursing homes, especially: Jack O’Brien, Billy Keenan, Ed Hanus, Michael Orapello, Rochelle Untener, Ruth Ann Melia, and Jaxon Waller. Our recently deceased:. Michael Telesco. And Carolyn Reagan. We will announce at the Mass on Sunday for a period of one month the intentions of those who are sick and then we will print them for one month. After that we ask that you please contact us to make sure that they are placed on the list again for another cycle. It is the only way we know if someone has recovered. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

MASSES FOR THE WEEK SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH 8:30 Katie Leach (req. by Kay Metzko) 5:30 Vigil Anne Dinan (req. by Mary Dwyer) SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10TH 7:30 Dorothy & Dominic Donato (req. by family) 9:30 Anne Dinan (req. by The Young Family) 11:30 For the People of the Parish MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11TH 7:30 Mary Gaynor (req. by family) TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH 7:30 Mary Morris (req. by Tom & Joyce Robinson) WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH 7:30 Mary Morris (req. by The I.C. Men’s Club) THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH 7:30 Tim Murnane (req. by family) FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15TH 7:30 Anne Dinan (req. by Mary Murnane) SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH 8:30 Fr. Joseph P. Brennan 1st Pastor of I.CC 5:30 Vigil For the People of the Parish SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17TH 7:30 Geraldine Hoyer (req. by family) 9:30 Rose Hagen (req. by family) 11:30 Patrick & Margaret Kilduff (req. by Pat & Jack Ryan)

In the sight of the angels I will sing your praises, Lord. Page 3 SHARING CHRIST

Our North Rockland Cluster is hosting Sharing Christ from the Christ life series. We meet at Immaculate Conception gym in Stony Point. Our series began Sunday, Jan.27th at 6:30pm. Sharing Christ is a 7 week series that shares with us ways to proclaim the Gospel through friendship, and to draw others into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you have attended a previous Discovering Christ or Following Christ series, we invite you to join us. To register or for more information, please call Deacon George or Mariann Albin at 362-1982.

TAX INFORMATION 2018 If any parishioners require a contribution statement for income tax returns, please contact the rectory Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 786-2742.

FLOWER MEMORIALS

Flower memorials are available for anyone desiring to memorialize a loved one. The cost is $50 for an arrangement of flowers to be placed near the altar. Please call the rectory to reserve a specific date.

ATTENTION SNOW BIRDS In order to put a temporary hold on the mailing of your offertory envelopes and to save postage, we would appreciate you calling the Parish Office if you plan to be away more than one month this coming winter season. This will also prevent mistakes in our record keeping because the post office returns your envelopes to us when you are away. Many times we are not sure if you have moved or just away temporarily. Please leave your name, ID number and the months you would like to have your envelopes stopped.

NEWS OF INTEREST

H.A.N.D.S. – (Healing and Nurturing Distraught Survivors) sponsors a bereavement support group for parents who have lost a child. All Groups meet from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at H.A.N.D.S. International Headquarters, 9 Scott Drive, New City, New York 10956. The meeting this month is February 19th For more information call Ann 634-6706. Services are free of charge.

H.A.N.D.S. has a Widows and Widowers Group facilitated by Ann Carucci, who lost her husband.

These meetings are held every Monday evening at the H.A.N.D.S. International Headquarters, 9 Scott Drive, New City, New York 10956.

Albertus Magnus High School – will host a Casino Night on March 30th, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. $100 per person $100 in Casino Money, Buffet Dinner and Open Bar, DJ Casual Attire – No Assigned Tables RSVP by March 22nd. No Payments at the Door. Please call 623-8842.

Catholic School Region of Rockland - As many of you know through your own experiences, Catholic schools have played a pivotal role in forming the minds of our children. Catholic education promotes a lifelong commitment to faith, prayer and virtue, giving young people the tools and confidence to succeed in life. Our parish is part of the Catholic School Region of Rockland, which is currently spearheading multiple initiatives to help ensure our schools are fully equipped to meet the challenges of today. In the spirit of National Catholic Schools Week, please learn more about your Catholic school region and how you can help by visiting www.adny-r.org or by contacting the Catholic Education Advancement office at (646) 794-3328.

We Need You To Volunteer - at One to One Learning, 640 N. Midland Avenue, Upper Nyack, to teach beginner, intermediate and advanced English, GED and Citizenship preparation, in morning, afternoon and evening classes. Also, help is needed with children’s program while parents are in class. To be prepared for teaching, I will meet with you to explain methods and materials. Please call Sr. Cecilia at 845-512-8176 or Email: clpangel59@gmail.com Website: One2One-Learning.org Thank you. Sr. Cecilia LaPietra, O.P.

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