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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
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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.
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
in loving memory of:
George Hanrahan
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.
Sign up now with some of our St. Patrick Youth Summer Programs
and enjoy some summer fun, fellowship and faith!
Camp St. Patrick
Vacation Bible School
Baseball
Basketball
Softball
Kickline
Summer Adventures
and more.....
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 and Wednesdays from 10 to 11:30 AM and Thursdays from 1-2 PM.
For more information, call the Youth Office at 360-0185.
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.sps-smithtown.org
or mark your calendar for the school’s open
house on Sunday, January 27th from 1-3 PM.
We are looking for a coordinator for our Small Christian Communities, a
volunteer position.
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.
Imagine being a struggling single parent in need of quality child
care during the summer months.
You might think there is little you can do, but through St. Patrick's
Youth Commjnity, you can help! This summer, you can help
financially disadvantaged families send a child to Camp St. Patrick.
For more information on this project call Cindy Marsh at 724-1261.
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St Patrick's of Smithtown
Adult Religious Formation
Adult Religious Formation
While most Catholics receive religious instruction, or Catechisis, as a
child, it also is very beneficial for adults. The late Bishop John
McGann described it as "a life-long process" and "the
primary task of the Church."
St. Patrick's offers many opportunities for this through its Adult
Education program. Courses are offered on Basic and Advanced
levels and meet the diocesan requirements for Basic Theology
Certification, Advanced Theology Certification, and Catechetical
Specialist Certification. Classes usually are offered in the
evenings Instructors have advanced degrees in Theology or
Religious Studies and are certified by the Diocesan Office of Catechsis
and Worship.
This past year, the parish will be offering Basic Level courses such as:
"Hebrew Scriptures"
"Morality"
"New Testament".
In addition, Advanced Level courses will be offered such as "Created
In God's Image" an Advanced Theology Certificate course in the
Spirituality / Methodology category.
Both parishioners and non-parishioners can participate in the program,
either for credit or for personal faith enrichment.
For more information on this Religious Studies Program, please vist
the Office of Faith Formation for the Diocese of Rockvill Center.
This link
http://www.drvc-faith.org/religiousStudies.html will have in-depth
information on the program.
This years tentative schedule of courses is listed below. Please contact
the rectory for more information and course registration.
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Advanced Level Course - Created In God's Image
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Deep within us is the place where we have found God and God has found
us. It is a place where we touch who we were created to be. Join
us as we explore the depths of who we are through personality theories with
a practical application to our daily lives.
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Advanced Theology Certifcate: Spirituality/Methodology
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5 Classes on Mondays at 7:30 - 9:30 PM
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Class Dates: 2007; 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, & 10/15
There will be no class on October 8th.
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Location: St. Patrick School, Room 208 - across the hall from the Emmaus Room.
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Instructor: Beverly Bienemann
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Basic Level Course - Hebrew Scriptures
A Revelation of God and God's Will for All Creation
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Participants will be introduced to the major events, themes and characters
of the Hebrew Scriptures and to basic principles of Catholic Bible study.
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Basic Certificate Course Credit
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5 Classes on Wednesdays at 7:30 - 9:30 PM
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Class Dates: 2007; 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, 11/14
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Location: St. Patrick School, Emmaus Room
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Instructor: Elaina Kedjierski, MA
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Course is free of charge for parishioners and $15 for non-parishioners.
Course may be used for personal faith enrichment and or for credit toward the
Basic Theology Certificate. Register the first night of the class or
call Becky at the rectory, 265-2271.
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Advanced Level Course - Tools of the Trade
An examination of the many different tools in our Tradition
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As we begin the new year, it is good to take some time to reflect on
our spiritual journey. For the first four weeks of January,
take the time to examine the many different tools our tradition has
given us. By exploring these tools, you will have the
opportunity to deepen your relationship with God.
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Advanced Catechitical Certifcate:
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5 Classes on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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Class Dates: 2008; 1/2, 1/9, 1/16 & 1/23
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Location: St. Patrick School, Emmaus Room.
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Instructor: Beverly Bienemann
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The course is open to all. No prerequisites. Course is free
of charge for parishioners and $15 for non-parishioners. Register
the first night of the class or call Becky at the rectory, 265-2271.
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Basic Level Course - Morality / Ethics
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Course Description not currently available.
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Basic Certificate
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5 Classes on Wednesday at 7:30 - 9:30 PM
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Class Dates: 2008; 1/30, 2/13, 2/27, 3/5, 3/12
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Location: St. Patrick School, Emmaus Room
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Instructor: Elaina Kedjierski
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Basic Level Course - New Testament
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Participants will be introduced to the structure, content and themes of
the major books in the New Testament and will become acquainted with the
variety of writings in the Christian Scriptures.
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Basic Certificate
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5 Classes on Wedmesday at 7:30 - 9:30 PM
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Class Dates: 2008; 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 5/7, 5/14
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Special Film showing of ‘St. John in Exile’
Wednesday, May 23rd at 7:30 - 9:30 PM
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Location: St. Patrick School, Emmaus Room
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Instructor: Elaina Kedjierski
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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
Social Ministry
What is Parish Outreach
A helping hand when you can’t cope with an emergency;
food, financial assistance, housing, employment in crisis
situations when resources are available; A smiling visitor
when you are shut-in for an extended period;
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more)
We are only a phone call away. Please call 265-2668,
Monday - Friday, 9 AM to 3
In Celebration of Our Freedom
A Prayer to Mary Immaculate -
Patroness of the United States
Blessed Mother Mary, we turn to you in prayer for all the people
in these United States. We again place ourselves in your
care, in the gentle hands that cradled the Child Jesus. We ask
you to make us more alive in your faith, more generous in your
love, more trusting in your hope.
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more)
As the 6:45 AM Mass will be celebrated during July and August, there
are a number of Mass intentions now available.
Stop by the Rectory to order Masses for your departed loved
ones. Please note that the Mass Book fills quickly.
Friday, Julyth
First Friday of the Month
From the 12:10 PM Mass until 3:30 PM. The Chaplet of Divine Mercy
will be recited at 3:00PM. Please join us as we adore our Lord Jesus.
Saturday, July 5th
8:15 AM
Join us in praying the Rosary.
Tuesday, July 1st
7:30 PM in the church.
All are invited to attend!
Married in July?
Please join us at the
Sunday, July 6th,
Noon Mass.
All couples are invited to renew their vows and
recieve a special blessing.
Don't Forget
Your Bottle Money
The 4th Weekend of the Month
Please recycle your bottle and cans and donate the money to the worthy cause of
helping mothers and their babies in need. Look for the Pink Baby Bottle
banks at the church exits.
The first weekend of the month, we will have the offering
for the Hungry and homeless. Please look for the Hungry & Homeless
boxes at the church exits and be generous in sharing God’ blessings.
St. Patrick's Something for Seniors
group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month.
Wednesday, July 9th
Wednesday, July 23th
at 1:00 PM
All are welcome!
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.sps-smithtown.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.
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