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Pastor: Msgr. James P. Lisante

Associate Pastor: Rev. Kevin ThompsonRev. Fernando Egargo

Permanent Deacons: Rev. Mr. Dominick ValdaroRev. Mr. Frank GariboldiRev. Mr. Ferdinando Ferrara

Business Manager: John BrosnanOutreach Director: Leslie GretschelMusic Director: Elizabeth WoodsReligious Ed. Director: Donna KesselmanParish Trustees: Dr. James R. Dolan, Jr.

Mrs. Dorothy O’SullivanTelephone Numbers

Rectory: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541-3270Religious Education: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .799-5179Convent: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541-1748R.C.I.A.: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .799-5179Parish Outreach: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .541-1260

Website: www.ollmp.org

The Parish Office ScheduleMonday to Thursday 9AM to 9PMFriday 9AM to 4PMSaturday 9AM to 5PMSunday 9AM to 3PMThe office is Closed from 12/Noon to 1PM for Lunch

Mass TimesMonday through Friday: 8:00am, 8:00pmSaturday: 8:00am, 5:00pmSunday: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30am, 12:30pm

BaptismIt is advised that the parents schedule an interview with apriest one month before the preferred baptism date.Baptismal preparation classes are offered on the 2ndSunday of the month. Parents are encouraged to attend the10:30 AM mass on the 2nd Sunday and the preparationclass will follow the mass in the Room 24 in the schoolbuilding. All couples seeking to baptize a child mustattend the class. Baptisms are preformed on the 2nd and4th Sunday of every month at 2PM. Please call theRectory to schedule an appointment at (516) 541-3270.

ConfessionsSaturday Confessions in Church 4:00 to 5:00pm, eves ofholydays and eves of First Friday confessions in theChapel 4:00 to 5:00pm

MarriagesThe prospective bride and groom should discuss details ofthe marriage with one of the priests of the parish at leastsix months prior to the date of the wedding.

Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary TimeSeptember 27, 2020

The Mission Statement ofOur Lady of Lourdes Parish

Our Lady of Lourdes is a welcoming parish familywhose purpose is to model Christ, as guided by Mary,in a life defined by faith and love. We seek to advanceGod's will through acts of Charity and Kindness.

“to Jesus through Mary”

Our Lady of Lourdes ChurchMassapequa Park, New York 11762

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish September 27, 2020

This Week’s

Masses

Lector Schedule

Monday, September 28th

8AM— Richard McMahon Maximino Alerta

Tuesday, September 29th

8AM — In Thanksgiving

Wednesday, September 30th

8AM — Charles Trohn

Thursday, October 1st

8AM — LeeAnn Piazzola

Friday, October 2nd

8AM — Int. Samson Luna Int. Barrett & Buonora Families

Saturday, October 3rd

8AM — In Thanksgiving 5PM— Dec. Members of Power & Baker Families

Sunday, October 4th

7:30 — Purgatorial Society

9:00 — John Leach, Thomas Cook

10:30 — Irene Senkiewicz,

Paul Scifo, Lucille Cammarata

Saturday, October 3rd

-5:00 PM - Jeanne Virzera &

Ed Towers

Sunday, October 4th

-7:30 am - Marie-Laetitia Woolley &

Tom Varriale

-9:00 am - Matt Imperio & Jim Wilshere

-10:30 am - Dolores Cianciabella &

Mary Lucich

Mass Celebrants for Next Weekend

Saturday:

5:00 p.m.: Monsignor Gomes

Sunday:

7:30 a.m.: Fr. Andiy

9:00 a.m.: Fr. Kevin

10:30 a.m.: Monsignor Lisante

Pray for the Repose of the Soul of

Helen Marie Hutchings

Warren Salavec

Robert E. Mallon

September 27, 2020 Our Lady of Lourdes Parish

A Letter from the Pastor’s Desk…

Dear Friends:

Neither political party represents the fullness of Catholic teaching. In every election season, if we're

informed by the teachings of our Church, we're called on to discern from a variety of positives and

negatives in both political parties. Years ago, a great Catholic writer named Julie Loesch suggested the

creation of a Catholic political party called “Just Life,” which would incorporate only recognizable

Catholic values, and eliminate those that compromise our values. As you might have guessed, creating

a new national party is no easy task. The two major established parties still represent our only viable

and electable choices.

For me, and for many others, much of what the Democratic Party represents are our concerns as well,

especially when it comes to the poor, the undocumented, and those who desperately need a safety net

in times of trouble. These are surely life issues of immense importance. But for many of us who might

happily embrace many parts of the Democratic platform, we are alienated by the party stance on the

protection of the one million pre-born children whose lives are ended by unrestricted abortion each

year in America. Many of those who are saddened and disheartened are not Republicans or Conserva-

tives, but leaders and members of the Democratic Party itself.

Recently, many such party leaders joined together to publish their serious misgivings about the radical

agenda of the current party leadership in a full-page advertisement in the New York Times. It was a

brave and courageous stance and challenge, and definitely worth reading. I have included a copy on

the back of this page. Please take a few moments to reflect on their very reasoned concerns. Thank

you.

Have a peaceful week.

In the love of Christ, Lord of Life,

Msgr. Jim Lisante

Pastor

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish SEPTEMBER 27, 2020


From the Our Lady of Lourdes Department of Religious Education

Catechists Needed

to teach online via zoom

Level 5 class on Wednesdays 4pm-5:15pm

MANDATORY PARENTS MEETINGS

Level 2: Tuesday, September 29 at 7PM church

Level 1: Thursday, October 1 at 7PM auditorium

Level 8: Tuesday, October 6 at 7PM church

Level 7: Thursday, October 8 at 7PM auditorium

Students workbooks will be distributed at the parent meetings.

If you cannot attend, please stop by our office to pick up your books and to receive all pertinent information.

Office Hours

Mondays through Thursdays:

9 AM until 2 PM

(516) 799-5179

Wednesday classes begin on October 21

Saturday classes begin on October 24

Level 2 First Reconciliation and First Communion preparation classes will be held in-person.

There will be less than 30 people in total in the building during each session so there will be

plenty of space for social distancing and for us to take all necessary precautions. We will be

holding an online Level 2 class on Saturday mornings 9:30am-10:45am for those students

who cannot attend in-person.

Level 8 Confirmation Preparation students will begin online on October 21, and then will

return to in-person instruction on January 13.

All other grade levels will be conducted online with a catechist during the regularly scheduled class time. You should have already received a letter in the mail with your child’s class assignment. In October, your child’s catechist will be contacting you via phone or email to add your child to their zoom or google meets virtual classroom.

As always, our program does not offer an independent home study option.

Our Parish depends solely on your generosity to meet each week’s expenses. Our regular Sun-day collections account for more than 60% of our operating budget. Your continued support, es-pecially during these difficult economic times, is both needed and appreciated.

Prayers for the Sick Let us continue to pray for peace. Let us also pray for all

those serving in the military or the Peace Corps.

With special care we pray especially for:

Sgt. Brian Andrew Dayman US Army, PFC Joseph DiCicco Army, Commander Christopher DeMay - Navy , Nicholas R. DoLieto - Marine Corps, Timothy Erkens USAF Staff Sergeant, Army, Capt. Michael Fer-rari, USMC, Spencer French, 1st Lieutenant, SRA Sen-ior Airman Robert J. Gerry - Air Force, Spec. Steven Gianatiempo - US Army, Brandon Goodwin, Petty Off., 2nd Class, USCG, Stefanie Goodwin, Petty Off., 3rd Class, USN, Kenny Greening -PFC-Army, Sean Hen-drickson -Master of Arms, US Navy, Chaplain Major Timothy Hirten, USAF, Maj. Luke Holian USMC, SPC Justin Lansford -US Army, Sgt. Todd J. Lobraico USAF, Major Michael Edward Loconsolo, US Army, Pvt Mat-thew Macario - US Army, Sgt. Matthew McQuade-US Army, Jason Moritz - Sgt. USAF, Pvt 1st Class Joshua Nichols - US Army, Lt. Col. Thomas O’Connor, US Army, Cpt. David Paolillo USAF, Cpt. Kathleen Paolillo USAF, L. CPL Michael E. Porfidio - USMC, PFC Domi-nique R. Quiban, USMC Capt. Joseph Shultz, Sgt. Mat-thew Sirianni, 2nd LT, Army, Christopher John Sher-lock, US Army, L CPL Eric Vazquez USMC, US Army, Spec. Zachary Small - US Army, US Army Sgt. Michael Stephney, Capt. James Eyester—US Army, CPL. Ryan Thomas Albergo - USMC, Private 1st Class Bryan An-tico - US Navy, Senior Airman Justin Craig, 1st Lt. Connor Lewis - US Army, Timothy Breen Combes—US Army, CPL Ken Chun - US Army, Pvt. Brady O’Sullivan—US Army, Sgt. Nicholas J. Schneider—US Army, Kyle Beck—Navy Airman, Pvt. Jesse Tiska, US Army, L. CPL Jake P. Brandimarte—USMC, Pvt 1st Class Jack D. Burton—USMC, Sgt. Nikita Smith—US Army, Ashlea Beck, Seaman—US Navy, L. CPL Mat-thew Carnevale—USMC, L. CPL/E3 Jake Anthony Alessi—USMC, Alexander Emmolo—USMC, Airman Micah Varriale—US Air Force If you know a Service Member that you would like

to add to this list please contact the rectory at

516-541-3270. Please include name, rank, and branch of service.

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish

Tim Burn,

Billy Coyne,

Thomas Dietz,

William Gallagher,

Pat Guerino,

Linda Joseph,

Marc Joseph,

Nancy Kuck,

Jim Maguire,

Fred Margiotta,

Carol McNeany,

Marie Molloy,

Theresa Moran,

Mary Mullin,

Herman Navon,

Vincent Pinto,

Mary Lou Polizzi,

Mary Scandura,

Cliff Stevko,

Ann Marie Tiné

Jean Trier

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

Parish Outreach


Food Pantry

It’s hard to believe we are entering the month of October already, and Thanksgiving is just around

the corner! Although it seems a bit early, we will begin accepting food donations in preparation for

the Thanksgiving holiday this week. Please take a look at the annual Thanksgiving Flyer posted in

the bulletin for further details. Because of current circumstances, we will only be accepting food

donations for the Thanksgiving holiday gift baskets only until November 6th. We are successful

only because of the love and support of our wonderful parish family. In advance of your generos-

ity, I thank you all once again!

We need your continued help. The pantry shelves have quickly run low these past weeks on the

following items: Beans, Soup, and Jelly. If you are able, please remember your neighbors in need

when you are shopping this week.

Below is a list of foods that we offer our clients. You may drop donations at Outreach, the Rectory

and the Church. There are bins in the vestibule of the church for your convenience. If you feel un-

sure of how and when you can make a donation, for either the Outreach or the Parish, please call

Outreach 516-541-1260 or email [email protected] and I will be happy to speak to you. If you are

interested in donating gift cards, it is most helpful if they are in smaller denominations ($10, $20 or

$25) thereby allowing us to give to more people.

**It is most helpful if you check the dates on your donations – we are unable to distribute food

that is expired.

Gratefully,

Leslie Gretschel

Canned Tuna

Canned Pasta

Cereal Pancake Mix Oatmeal Syrup

Canned Meat Rice Pasta **Pasta/Rice Sides

Tomato Sauce

Instant Potatoes

**Canned Vegetables

Macaroni & Cheese

Peanut Butter Coffee & Tea Jelly Juices

**Canned Fruit

**Powdered Milk

**Soup Jell-O/Pudding

**Beans Cookies/Crackers

Our Lady of Lourdes Parish September 27, 2020

WE NEED YOUR HELP! As Thanksgiving approaches, we ask all to be as generous as possible in contributing to our food pantry.

We will be making Thanksgiving Food Baskets for many needy families in our parish. We will be

assembling Baskets in the next coming weeks. Last year, through your generosity, we were able to

provide Thanksgiving baskets to more than 200 families from within our parish boundary and the

immediate surrounding area. We are anticipating a greater demand this Thanksgiving, as the past year

has seen a marked increase in families looking to us for assistance.

Below is a shopping list of items we will be using to make up the baskets. We will begin accepting

donations now through November 6th. May we ask you to inspect the expiration dates on intended

donations? Please bring the items to the Food Pantry no later than Friday, November 6th, since we will

be distributing Thanksgiving baskets the week of November 16th. Parish Outreach hours are Monday

through Thursday from 10am to 1pm.

Please feel free to donate any or all of the items on the list to complete a basket. Please do not bring any

perishable items including turkeys or hams at this early date, because we do not have the facilities to

store then. Kindly consider a Gift Card in lieu of a turkey. Gift cares would be much appreciated as

they provide for perishable items. Thank you for your continued kindness and help to support this effort.

**This would be an excellent opportunity for Girl Scout Troops, Boy Scout Troops, and

Confirmation Candidates as a Christian Service Project, to participate in this much needed

community effort.**

Thanksgiving List

(EACH BASKET WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS)

1 READYMADE PANCAKE MIX 1 BOTTLE PANCAKE SYRUP 1 STUFFING MIX 1 CAN CRANBERRY SAUCE 1 INSTANT POTATOES 1 JAR PREPARED TOMATO SAUCE 1 CANNED YAMS 1 POUND MACARONI 2 CANS VEGETABLES 2 BOXES MACARONI & CHEESE 1 CAN TURKEY GRAVY 1 APPLESAUCE OR FRUIT SALAD 1 CORNBREAD MIX 2 BOXES PUDDING OR JELL-O HOT COCOA MIX 1 BOX BROWNIE MIX 1 CAN PUMPKIN PUREE 1 BOX POWDERED MILK

1 TURKEY OR HAM 1 TURKEY OR HAM


"Come Watch One Hour With Me"

The Nocturnal Adoration Society will be holding their monthly

prayer sessions beginning Friday evening October 2nd at

10:00 PM, continuing through the night and

ending at 6:30 Saturday morning.

Come take up Jesus's invitation to spend

one hour in prayer with Him!

All sessions will be held in the church.

Masks are required and social distancing will be in effect.

For further information contact Helen or Joe Amorin

at 516-799-0039 or call the rectory.


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Our Lady’s profound Messages, throughout the world & their affect on us today...She has PROPHESIED the CHAOS & TUR-MOIL we’re living in today’s world… (family, sin, the church, immorality, the world & ungodliness!) Questions: 1) Are YOU Listening? 2) How do YOU respond? 3) What does God expect

Al Barbarino is a Lay Franciscan with the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, (Fr. Benedict Groeschel’s Community) and is a member of the Knights of Columbus

Throughout the years in this apostolate, he has recorded CDs/Videos and traveled around the world. He speaks on our faith in a most practical, everyday level. Through all the sup-port of his recordings, he helps the Franciscans at their homeless shelters, Croatian Relief

(International Outreach) and for the poor, wherever he sings.

Al has worked in the NYC prisons for incarcerated youth as a counselor. He has many stories to share!


PRO LIFE NEWS

A PRAYER FOR PREGNANT MOTHERS

O Blessed Mother, you received the good news of the Incarnation of Christ, your Son, with

faith and trust. Grant your protection to all pregnant mothers facing difficulties. Guide us as

we strive to make our parish communities places of welcome and assistance for mothers in

need. Help us become instruments of God’s love and compassion.

Mary, Mother of the Church, graciously help us build a culture of life and a civilization of

love, together with all people of good will, to the praise and glory of God, the Creator and

lover of life. Amen.

Life, what a beautiful choice! Mother and Child, we love you both! If you need help, or if you can help:

Birthright of Nassau & Suffolk 516-785-4070 1134-A Wantagh Ave, Wantagh NY 11793

Life Center of Long Island 516-798-9100 35 East Willow St, Massapequa NY 11758

Momma's House 516-781-8637 1857 Wantagh Ave, Wantagh NY 11793

Mother of Good Counsel 516-223-1013 Roosevelt, Assisting young mothers

Regina Residence 516-223-7888 Merrick, Housing & Support Services for mothers & children

Baby Safe Haven 877-796-4673 Don't Abandon - No Questions

Gabriel’s Courage 631-465-6300 For families who receive a life-limiting prenatal diagnosis

Hope & Healing after Abortion 866-575-0075 Sisters of Life - Days of Prayer and Healing

Post Abortion Help 877-586-4621 www.postabortionhelp.org [email protected]

Abortion Pill Reversal 877-558-0333 www.abortionpillreversal.com

Natural Family Planning 631-376-3232 The Gianna Center, 661 Deer Park Ave, Babylon

Mother’s Circle of Hope 631-376-4673 Support, help with depression, anxiety during, after pregnancy

"The greatest destroyer of love and peace is abortion." (St. Teresa of Calcutta)

ELECTION DAY IS TUESDAY NOVEMBER 3, 2020 Make sure you are registered to vote. On the Board of Elections website, you can: *Verify that you are registered to vote

*Request an Absentee Ballot

*See a list of Early Voting Dates and Locations

*Find your Election District Information

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