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Statue of St. Patrick in the Church

St. Patricks R.C. Church

Sacramental Life

The Holy Sacraments are a vital part of Church Life.  They join us with the Church, and bring us closer to God's grace.  St. Patrick's encourgages everyone to take full advantage of a sacramental life.

For adults and young adults who are new to the Roman Catholic Church, please look into the RCIA - Rite for Christian Initiation for Adults - program.

The seven Holy Catholic Sacraments in stained glass.

 

St Patrick's of Smithtown

Sacramental Life

  • Baptism Program
    • The Baptism Program is a preparation for the celebration of the Sacrament of Baptism, ever mindful of the future faith development of our newest members.  When parents call the rectory to arrange for the Baptism, they are sent a brochure expaining the procedure, and are invited to attend a meeting prior to the Baptism date.  The meeting is conducted by volunteers from the parish, including an instructor and a lay couple with young children.  Parents are asked to re-examine the meaning of faith in their lives, to reflect on the commitment they will be making for their child, and familiarize themselves with the Rite of Baptism.  At the Baptism itself, volunteer greeters welcome and assist the families.
      Please check the Mass & Services Schedule for times.
       
  • Eucharist (First Communion)
    • Participating in the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist is the highpoint of our Christian worship.  The Holy Eucharist is offered at each Mass and is brought to those unable to attend Mass by a group of dedicated Extraordinary Ministers.  St. Patrick's takes seriously it's commitment to prepare children of the parish in first and second grade for their 'First Communion'.  Please check the Mass & Services Schedule for Masses offered through the week.
       
  • Confirmation
    • Confirmation is the final Sacrament of Initiation after Baptism and First Communion.  It is typically received by young people in the eight grade.  At confirmation we take the a full step into the life in the Church and we are sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit.
       
  • Marriage
    • Marriage is a sacrament of vocation. A man and a woman are joined by oath and God's grace into a lasting union,  Please call the Rectory to schedule and discuss wedding services.  Please check The Mass and Services Schedule for more details.
       
  • Pre-Canna
    • A marriage preparation for engaged couples, St. Patrick's Pre-Cana is offered three times a year (fall, winter, spring) and runs for six weeks.  Volunteer married couples from the parish work with engaged couples to help give them the tools they need to build a better relationship with each other and God.
       
  • Marriage Alive
    • A step beyond the Pre-Cana program, Marriage Alive is designed for married couples seeking to make good marriages grow in positive directions.  It is a support group for married couples -- a place where they can be with other Christian couples who share similar values.  Meetings include prayer, discussion, coffee and refreshments.  Discussions feature topics relative to marriage and family life.  Marriage Alive is open to couples of all ages.
       
  • Reconciliation (Confession)
    • The Sacrament of Reconciliation is an offering up of our transgressions to God through the office of the Priesthood.  We ask for and receive Christ's saving grace, and are then able to go forward in life with a renewed commitment to a life in Christ. Please see the Mass Times schedule for when Reconciliation is offered.
       
  • Holy Orders and Religious Vocations
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  • Anointing of the Sick
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St. Patrick R.C. Church
280 East Main Street
Smithtown, NY 11787

Mass Times

Today's Mass Readings
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

Parish Social Ministry

St Patrick's Parish Outreach Logo

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; A Caseworker to give you the support needed to walk you through the red tape of Social Services; A ride when you need medical treatment; A Support Group for the Bereaved and Divorced & Separated; Eucharistic Ministers to bring Communion to the Homebound; Ministry of Prayer to pray for your intentions; Ministry of Consolation to support the family at the time of death;  LifeNet to offer support for a crisis pregnancy. We are privileged to serve you. .... (read more)

We are only a phone call away. Please call 265-2668, Monday - Friday, 9 AM to 3

Social Ministry
Rainbows and Spectrum

Today in the United States, there are more than 20 million children living in a single parent family - more than that if you include those children in a step-family.  That is 1 in every 3 in our classrooms!  In time to come many more children will have had to cope with the anguish of losing one of their parents through death, divorce or being born out of wedlock.

Children learn from their hearts upward; thus, if a child hurts emotionally, he/she often has difficulty in school.  In addition, statistics already show that a vast majority of these grieving children are turning to drugs, alcohol and even suicide as a means of coping.

Through the support group, we hope to assist the child in expressing and understanding his/her feelings, feel acceptance for what has happened, and to feel a sense of belonging and love.  Because we are unable to answer their questions or solve their problems, we strive to accomplish this through the channels of peer support, nurturing adults to guide them, and a secure place to share themselves.

St. Patrick Parish Outreach is proud to announce the start of another year of Rainbows and Spectrum (the High School level).  Registration is now taking place.  Call Parish Outreach at 265-2668 for further information.

Mass For The Dead
Stop by the Rectory to order Masses for your departed loved ones.  Please note that the Mass Book fills quickly.
 
Friday, August 7th
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, August 7th
8:15 AM

Join us in praying the Rosary.

The First Saturday Devotion was first mentioned by Our Lady of Fatima on July 13, 1917. Eight years later, on December 10, 1925, Mary and the the Child Jesus appeared to Fatima visionary Lucia, again requesting this devotion, saying that “many souls will be saved and there will be peace.”

Detailed information on how to participate in this devotion will be available in the Church.

Happy Anniversary
Married in March?
Please join us at the
Sunday, September 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 Kit

Rosary
Makers

 
Rosary Makers
invite you
to our

Monthly Meeting
 
Friday, September 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 981-3022.
Rosary Crusade Mary
Invites all to join them for their
Monthly Meeting.
Monday, September 6th
 
Agenda:
Rosary at 7 PM
Mass at 7:30 PM
Mass will be followed by Novena prayers.

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, September 20th
following the 7:30pm Novena Mass.
Gift From God Baby
Pro-Life Family
Monthly Meeting

Tuesday, July 27th
St. Patrick School
Room 103 at 7:30 PM
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.
Nocturnal Adoration Society

Saturday, September 18th
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.

All singles are invigted to refreshments & conversation
Sunday, September 19th
10:00 AM
(after the 9 AM Mass)
Cost: $2.00
bottle gifts for babies

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.
St. Patrick’s Something for Seniors group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 1 PM of every month at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 130 Lake Avenue South in Nesconset.
Wed., Sep. 8th
Wed., Sep. 22nd
at 1:00 PM
All are welcome!

© 2010 St. Patrick's Parish
280 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787
(631) 265 - 2271