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Statue of St. Patrick in the Church

St. Patrick's R.C. Church

Social Ministries

St. Patrick's is affiliated with and hosts many different organizations dedicated to bringing people together and making the world a better place to live in God's grace. 

People helping people on a globe.

 

St Patrick's of Smithtown

Social Ministries

  • Knights of Columbus
    • The purpose of the Knights of Columbus is to bring Catholic gentelmen together in a fraternal atmosphere for God, Church and country, and to assist, whenever possible, people in distress.  Members of the Holy Mother Mary Council No.3958 meet twice each month at the Council House at 130 Lake Avenue in Nesconset.  The council's many activities include sponsoring the annual Memorial Day Parade in Smithtown, holding fund raisers for families in neeed, sponsoring the Bishop's Smithtown Right to Life march and Breakfast, giving monetary contributions to seminarians, delivering food to St. John of God and St. Joseph parishes and much more.
       
  • Columbiettes
    • Members of the Holy Mother Mary Columbiettes give of their time, talent and treasure in order to give spiritual and material support to their brother Knights, and to their community.  Meetings are held on the second Monday of the month.  Annual fund raisers (including a spaghetti dinner, international dinner, Christmas luncheon, and card party) enable the Columbiettes to support more than 14 charities.   Spiritual activities of the Columbiettes include a Living Rosary, a Memorial Mass, an Advent Service, the Stations of the Cross and the May Crowning.
       
  • Ancient Order of Hibernians
    • An Irish, Catholic organization committed to its religion and heritage.  Functions include fund raising for charitable organizations, educational contest, and socials.
       
  • Catholic Daughters
    • St. Patrick's is home to the Catholic Daughters Court Queen of the Universe #1702.  Members participate in religiious, charitable and educational works in keeping with their motto: "Unity and Charity."  The court meets every third Monday evening.  In addition to activities on national and state levels, St Patick's Catholic Daughters hold several fund raisers, including a card party and auction, an Advent wreath sale, and the Mother's Day flower sale.  These events help support a variety of charities.  Through the presence of the Spirit in their lives, members dedicated themselves to the work of the organization to foster "Unity and "Charity" amoung all men and women through the love of God.
       
  • Pro-Life Ministry
    • St. Patrick's Pro-Life Family works to promote the message of the sacredness of human life.  The executive board and members meet on the last Tuesday of each month.  On the third Tuesday of the month, the Pro-Life Family participates in a Holy Hour of Prayer before the Blessed Sacrament.  Many members also gather peacefully in front of the Planned Parenthood facility on Maple Avenue on Wednesday mornings, between 7 AM and 11 AM to pray the Rosary for an end to abortion.  The ministry also sponsors several annual events, such as a Communion Breakfast and sponsorship of a bus trip to the annual March for Life in Washington D.C.  Many young parishioners participate in "Kids for Life" which meets every First Friday.
       
  • Prison Ministry
    • All of us face challenges every day and manage to overcome them.  We do this through our faith and the help of our family and friends.&nsp; What if these connections were no longer there for you?  To whom would you turn
      These are the questions that formerly incarcerated persons must face as they re-enter society.  Fortunately, Philemon Fellowship of Beginning a New Life, Inc. has an established program for those who been convicted and, like Jesus on the cross, suffer for a compassionate voice.
       
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;  ....(read more)

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

Social Ministry
Employment Network Program

Free guidance program for anyone seeking employment. This program has been in operation for about 15 years and has serviced over 3,000 individuals. Experienced counselors will help you sharpen your job-hunting skills. Sessions held on consecutive Monday evenings cover career assessment, planning and research, resume writing networking and interviewing. First session is March 8th at 7:00 PM in the Community Room of Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church, 53 Prospect Road and Mill Dam Road, Centerport, NY. Advanced registration is required. Call Parish Outreach at 631-754-9045. Please bring a resume if you have one.

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, March 5th
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, March 6th
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, March 7th,
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, March 5th
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, March 8th
 
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, March 15th
following the 7:30pm Novena Mass.
Gift From God Baby
Pro-Life Family
Monthly Meeting

Tuesday, March 30rd
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, March 20th
after the 8 PM Mass.

Join us for a night of prayer in front of the Sacred Sacrament. 

All singles are invigted to refreshments & conversation
Sunday, February 21st
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., Mar. 10th
Wed., Mar. 17th
at 1:00 PM
All are welcome!
Cathoic Schools - Characters, Compassion, Values

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.
Cell Phone

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