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About St. Patrick's
St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church is located in Smithtown, NY, and
serves over 5,000 families in the area. The Parish belongs to the
Diocese of Rockville Center
and is part of the Smithhaven Deanery in the Central Vicariate.
You can visit the web sites of our
neighboring parishes
.
CHURCH CODE: NY51
Faith Direct
can offer members of the St. Patrick's famiily an easy and
convenient way to manage their support for the parish.
Signing up for our automated giving program, Faith Direct is simple.
You can sign up online by going to www.faithdirect.net or stop by the
rectory for a form to fill out and mail to Faith Direct. You may also
call them at 866-507-8757.
When registering for the program, you will
be asked for our church number which is: NY51.
You are invited to dedicate a Pro-Life Rose
for any intention and aid this vital ministry.
This week’s Pro-Life Rose is dedicated this week
to
all those struggling with addictions.
May the healing grace of Jesus bring you health and wholeness.
To arrange a memorial for Altar Bread and Wine, please call
Diane Sperzel at 265-3307. Donation for the week is $50.
Cards will be sent to the family.
The Altar Bread and Wine have been donated for the week
in memory of
Deacon Richard Sanders
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Check here for postings of events in and around our community that may
be of interest to our parishioners. If you know of such an event, please
let us know, so that we can post it.
There are many other service opportunities in both the church and the greater
community at large. Please
look here to see where you can make a difference.
Do You Have A
Health Care Proxy?
A “Health Care Proxy” provides a way to make the very
difficult issues of end-of-life care easier by allowing the
expressed wishes of the patient to be followed in a proper manner.
It can help remove much of the stress that these decisions bring
to loved ones and family members. As practicing Catholics, having
a Health Care Proxy, helps our passing become what it should be -
a hopeful, glorious journey to life everlasting in the company of
our Lord and Savior.
Playtime with Mommy
If you are a parent or caregiver for a youngster ages 1 1/2 to 3, join us
at Playtime with Mommy
Dads, grandparents, etc. also more than welcome. The program is
held Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:45 AM.
For more information, call the Youth Office at 631-360-0257.
St. Patrick’s School has been preparing children to maximize
their potential and to lead a life firmly anchored in their
belief and trust in Christ for about 40 years. As we think
back on those years, one thought keeps coming to mind, We
miss you! St. Patrick’s would love to be able to
inform you of the latest happenings at the school and special alumni
events. (read more...)
Are You Considering Catholic Education?
St. Patrick School serves students and their families in
nursery school through eighth grade. The mission of the
school is to provide for the safety, education, and gradual
growth of the whole child; spiritually, intellectually, socially,
emotionally and physically. For more information, call 724-
0285, visit the St. Patrick School web site at
www.spssmith.org
or mark your calendar for the school’s open
house on Sunday, January 27th from 1-3 PM.
Wanted: Used Cell Phones
Do you have an old cell phone at home collecting dust? Your donation
of used cell phones can benefit our community, our environment and our
parish. Just look for our cell phone disposal boxes located at the
church exits. Batteries, chargers and other wireless accessories may also
be donated.
LifeNet
We are
here to
“Be There”
for those
who need us.
LifeNet is a program offered by St. Patrick Parish in Smithtown which was established to assist and support those women and their families experiencing an unplanned pregnancy.
LifeNet seeks to reveal that there are alternatives to abortion, that women and families do not have to face these alternatives alone, and that the volunteers/helpers of LifeNet stand ready to help them bring life to its term.
LifeNet’s trained volunteers/helpers reach out to those n an unplanned or crisis pregnancy by offering a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere in which needs may be shared and support offered through the nine months and beyond.
LifeNet’s volunteers and helpers offer confidential support, information abd referral for community services and counseling. Call St. Patrick Parish Outreach at 265-2271 for information.
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St Patrick’s of Smithtown
Welcome to the Parish
2009 Lenten Project - Nigeria
Thank You!
Even during a time of economic uncertainty, your generosity
never fails. This Lent, St. Patrick’s parishioners looked
to the needs of others, halfway around the world in Imeoha-Igbezue
Community in Awgbu, Anambra State, Nigeria. The village is
home to Fr. Anselm Okeke, a chaplain at St. Catherine of
Siena Hospital and Nursing Home who resides here at St.
Patrick’s and assists with masses, confessions and other
duties within our parish. During Lent, our parishioners
were asked to contribute to a parish lenten project of
bringing a potable water supply to the village. At present,
villagers must carry buckets and clay pots to the nearest
stream, three miles away, to fetch water. The approximate
cost of drilling a well (and our goal for the project) was
set at $25,000. Not only did we reach our goal, we surpassed
it. The total amount contributed to our lenten project
was: $26,812!
A Note of Gratitude
You give but a little when you give of your possessions.
It is when you give of yourself that you truly give.
- Kahlil Gabran
Truly, you have given yourself, St. Patrick’s. Gratefully, I
acknowledge your lifesaving gift -- money for water for my
community. Economically and medically too, I can say it is a
lifeline for my people -- a practical love within the charity
realm. Actually, the distance between New York and my village,
Imeoha-Igbezue in Nigeria, is roughly 5,300 miles and you, St.
Patrick’s, have made the thousands of miles (also of about 11.5
hours flight duration) a within reach location where your generosity
is enthroned as a rock of everlasting glory.
“He gives twice who gives quickly,” says Publius Mimus,
and there is no other picture than this. Still within the
gripping bite of economic quagmire, you could not wait for recovery,
but took the bull by the horns to bring to nonexistence my
community’s thirst. Amazingly too, little school
kids/toddlers gave something. My community is overwhelmed
receiving the good news through my dad and brother. And
finally, I have started acting quickly, since you acted quickly -
a valuable giving twice it seems, as my friend, Publius, stated
above to arrange to see the borehole sunk within 1 1/2 months of
its start, coming June, 2009, please God.
To Msgr. Walden, the pastor, for empathetically approving the
borehole project this lenten season, and you, St. Patrick’s
Family, for making the benchmark with a plus ($27,462 is more than
the $25,000) a reality; on behalf of my community I say “thank
you!” May God be your inheritance.
Fr. Anselm
Thank you for your generosity!
Mother’s Day Novena
Begining on Sunday, May 10th
A Novena of Masses will be offered for all
mothers, living and deceased, beginning on
Mother’s Day, May 10th. All names returned
will be placed on the altar during the Novena.
There are extra Mother’s Day envelopes
available at the door of the church.
NEW Family Registration will be on Tuesday, May
5th between 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and Thursday,
May 7th from 12:30 to 2:30 PM in the Emmaus Room
located in St. Patrick’s School.
Please bring a a copy of your child’s baptismal certificate.
Registration Fees are as follows :
1 child - $140
2 children - $180
3 or more - $215
Re- Registration Forms are in the mail. Be aware
that classes fill up quickly. Please return as soon as
possible to ensure your first choice.
If you need copies of the registration forms or are thinking of
volunteering, the needed application forms are
available for download
here.
The family of the late Donald J. Burns, Past Grand Knight
of Holy Mother Mary Knights of Columbus Council and
Assistant Fire Chief F.D.N.Y. has again granted permission
to the council to award four $500 academic scholarships
in his name. Mr. Burns was among the fallen heroes of
the F.D.N.Y. who gave their lives at the World Trade Center
on September 11, 2001.
This year’s scholarship competition is open to members
of our council, Knights and Columbiettes, their children
or grandchildren. There will be two scholarships awarded
to students attending Catholic or public university in the
fall of 2009. There will be two additional scholarships
awarded to students attending Catholic high school this
coming academic year.
Applicants should submit a 300 word essay on the
following topic:
“Often in our society, we look to sports figures, politicians
and media personalities as role models, but whom do you consider
your role model as a Catholic and why? You may choose a living
or historical figure. All applications and essays must be
received by June 1st. Winners will be selected by the scholarship
committee.”
Please attach
this form
along with your essay and mail or email it to:
Daniel E. Burns
13 Wheelright Way
Smithtown, New York 11787
ddburns@optonline.net
Eucharistic Ministers Needed
Eucharistic Ministers are needed to help with communion at St.
Catherine of Siena Hospital and Nursing Home. Please call the St.
Patrick’s Rectory (265-2271) and leave a message for Fr. Fred
Hill if interested.
Listening Session
St. Patrick’s Parish Council will hold a Listening Session
on Monday, May 11th at 7:30 PM in the Emmaus Room. All
parishioners are invited to come and share their ideas
regarding what our parish is doing right and what could
use improvement.
Thank You!
Dear Fellow Pilgrims,
I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation to all
those who helped with the Friday Evening Stations of
the Cross for making my lenten journey so prayerful.
Thank you to the members of the choir who lift us up in
song; to members of the seventh and eighth grade
confirmation class - with their youthful exuberance they
so inspire us; to the Legion of Mary and Right to Life
with their dedication to the Blessed Mother and all
mothers, as shown at the stations; to the Rosarians and
their peaceful reverence to the cross; to my brother
Knights who are always there for us; and to the
inspiration of this Pilgrimage - the ladies of the Catholic
Daughters. All of these groups step forward to be true
disciples of their faith! They truly minister to all of us!
Thank you!
Rich Janiec
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Weekdays:
6:45am, 9:00am, 12:10pm
Saturday:
9:00am, 5:00pm, 8:00pm
Sunday:
7:30am, 9:00am,
10:30am, 12:00pm
5:00pm
Main Rectory Phone #:
631-265-2271
Are you a card carrying member of our parish?
At St. Patrick’s we don’t have membership cards
because everyone is always welcome! But if you attend or are
planning on attending Mass here, and are NOT registered with the
parish, please fill out a
registration form and return it to the Rectory. Please help us
get to know you better so that you can best take advantage of
everything our parish has to offer.
will open on
January 18th
Stop by the Rectory to order Masses for your departed loved
ones. Please note that the Mass Book fills quickly.
Friday, February 3rd
First Friday of the Month
We will have Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament following the 12:10 PM
Mass until 3:30 PM in the church. The Chaplet of Divine Mercy
will be recited at 3:00PM. Please join us as we adore our Lord Jesus.
Saturday, February 4th
8:15 AM
In the Church
Join us in praying the Rosary.
Our Lady came to Fatima with a message from God
to every man, woman, and child of our century. Our
Lady of Fatima promised that the whole world would
be in peace, and that many souls would go to Heaven
if Her requests were listened to and obeyed. Please
join us in this devotion.
Detailed information on how to participate in this
devotion will be available in the Church.
Married in January?
Please join us at the
Sunday, February 5th
Noon Mass.
All couples are invited to renew their vows and
recieve a special blessing. We encourage
all to participate in this very special tribute.
Rosary Makers
invite you
to our
Monthly Meeting
Friday, February 3rd
7 PM in Room 209.
Join with others making Rosaries and spreading devotion to Our Blessed
Mother. All ages welcome. For more information please call
804-7222.
Invites all to join them for their
Monthly Meeting.
Monday, February 6th
Agenda:
Recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 PM
Mass at 7:30 PM
Mass will be followed by Novena prayers.
After Mass, all will gather in Canning hall for a Business Meeting /
Valentine’s Party. Please Join us!
Tuesday Evenings
at 7:30 PM in the church.
The Sacred Heart Prayer group is a charismatic prayer group
that meets every Tuesday evening at 7:30 PM.We are looking for
new members, young and old……All would be welcomed.
We would especially like to reach out to anyone who might like
to join our music ministry. If you play the guitar or sing, we
would love for you to join us!
If you have any questions, call
Barbara Hall at (631) 366- 0252.
All are invited to attend!
Monthly Meeting
If you interested in being a part of a vibrant group of women who
faithfully support the work of the church and help those in need,
consider becoming a “Catholic Daughter”. Feel
free to stop by the next Catholic Daughter Meeting:
Monday, January 23th
following the 7:30pm Novena Mass.
St. Patrick's Pro-Life Family invites you to join us for our monthly
meeting. Please come and unite with us as we witness to the
sanctity of Life.
Saturday, January 21st
after the 8 PM Mass.
Join us for a night of prayer in front of the Sacred
Sacrament. The first vigil (hour of prayer) will begin
immediately after the 8 PM Saturday night
Mass. Parishioners are encouraged to stay
after Mass for Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and may
pray privately or with the Nocturnal Adoration group. The
first vigil will be from 9 PM to 10 PM. The vigils will continue
throught the night. The last one will be from 6 AM to 7 AM
followed by Benediction and the 7:30 AM Mass. All are invited
to participate. Come and spend sometime with our Lord Jesus.
All singles are invited to refreshments & conversation
Sunday, January 15th
at 10:00 AM
(after the 9 AM Mass)
Youth Enrichment Center
Donation: $5.00
February 5th
after the
9 AM & 10:30 AM Masses
St. Patrick’s celebrate’s
“Hospitality Sunday.”
Please join us for
coffee and cake.
Cost: $2.00.
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