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St. Patrick's R.C. Church

Marriage Alive

Marriage Alive is a program at St. Patrick's parish devoted to the growth and development of good marriages.  In the face of all the pressures, distractions and stresses of today's society, Marriage Alive offers a safe haven for couples to develop thier relationship with themselves and other couples.  Below is an outline of what the program can offer.  There is also a short history of how the program came to be and it's effect on the lives of some of our parish families.

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St Patrick's of Smithtown

Marriage Alive

 

Marriage Alive

A Marriage Enrichment Program

The mission of the Marriage Alive Program is to help good marriages grow in many ways.  Five or six married couples join together in groups.&bsp; The groups meet at a couple’s home in a relaxed atmosphere to discuss topics relevant in Christian marriages in today’s society.

The program gives couples the opportunity to learn more about each other and the special relationship they have with each other and with God.

By participating in monthly gatherings, each couple’s individuality and uniqueness are enhanced by the supportive sharing and caring of the other couples.  Our mutual values of marriage and family are reinforced.

Through the support of a loving Christian Community, we are reminded that we are not alone.  Our marriages can be strengthened as the love we share as a couple continues to grow.

The greatest gift we can give our families is by strengthening our relationship by trying to follow Jesus’ commandment.

"LOVE ONE ANOTHER AS I HAVE LOVED YOU"

The "Marriage Alive" program sets aside "couple time" to:

  • Relax and Laugh
  • Share and Discuss Family Values
  • Learn More About One Another
  • Grow as a Couple
  • Make New Friends

    For More Information download this Information Request Form.

    Or contact either:
    Evelyn and Harry Nadler at (631) 979-6181
    or
    Karen and Peter Santoro at (631) 689-2814

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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!

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    280 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787
    (631) 265 - 2271