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Like many parish priests, I have taught courses intheology in the parishes where I have served since I wasordained in 1973. These courses were based primarily on

information giving. Only a small component of the course was designed tobe experiential, that is, providing an opportunity for prayer and reflectionso that a religious experience might happen for the student. This is veryunfortunate.

Christianity began with an experience of a man named Jesus ofNazareth. The encounter that his disciples had with this itinerant rabbi wasto profoundly affect their lives after their crucified teacher appeared tothem gloriously triumphant over death. They began to realize that Jesuswas so much of God, that he clearly was God.

How can we get to know Jesus in an intimate and highly personal wayin our modern world? We live our lives at a breakneck speed. Even ourleisure time is filled with action and noise and commotion. It is extremelydifficult to find quiet time. But it is impossible for God to speak to us in thesilence of our hearts, when there is so much chatter.

Personal prayer is an opening to God. It means carving out quiet timeeach day, and allowing God to capture us, so that we can come to know atthe deepest level the One who loves us more than any human being onearth. “Be still, and know that I am God.”

Another important way to know the Lord is through Small GroupSharing of our faith experience. “Where two or more are gathered in myname, there am I in the midst of them.”

LIVE LENT 2019 “ALL I WANT IS TO KNOW CHRIST AND

THE POWER OF HIS RESURRECTION.” (PHILIPPIANS 3:10)


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This Lent 2019 “Live Lent!” will create Small Christian Communities within ourlarger 5000 family parish. Live Lent is a gathering where faith sharing takes place in acomfortable and nonjudgmental setting in parishioners’ homes. Groups ofparishioners will meet weekly for six weeks. Become part of Live Lent! Surely theLord is calling you to develop a deeper personal friendship with Jesus Christ.

Live Lent is Scripture based, using the Sunday readings for reflection. It’s a greatway to grow your faith, and become closer to God as you meet new people in ourparish.

You will be hearing more about Live Lent in the coming weeks in our bulletin andon our website. Many of you may have already participated in RENEW and RENEW2000. You will be familiar with the powerful Spirit- led effect of sharing your faith inJesus with others. The Bible and the Mass come alive in new ways. Encourage yourfriends to join the Live Lent spiritual experience.

Christmas Peace, and Happy New Year 2019 Father Bruce

Epiphany of the LordThe song "We Three Kings" details the gifts of the Magi, but do you know what you'resinging? "Born a king on Bethlehem's plan, gold I bring to crown Him again." This oneis the most straightforward - gold symbolizes the Kingship of Christ. "Myrrh is mine: itsbitter perfume breathes a life of gathering gloom." Myrrh is an embalming spice.Already at Christ's birth, we have the symbolic reminder of his death. "Frankincense tooffer have I. Incense owns a deity nigh." In many religious traditions, incense symbol-izes prayers rising to heaven. In some pagan traditions, it is thought to help "call down"the deity. The gift of frankincense symbolizes Jesus' role as the Great High Priest, sancti-fying the world through his sacrifice.



Saint Kilian Parish485 Conklin Street, Farmingdale, NY 11735

MISSION STATEMENTTHE CATHOLIC FAMILY OF ST. KILIAN PARISH SEEKS TO BE A

VIBRANT, WELCOMING COMMUNITY OF FAITH, GUIDED BY THE HOLYSPIRIT, NOURISHED BY GOD’S WORD AND THE EUCHARIST, AND

COMMITTED TO WITNESSING GOD IN AND THROUGH OUR NEIGHBORS.PASTORAL TEAMRev. Bruce J. Powers, [email protected]. Dennis Suglia Parochial [email protected]

Mrs. Claire Stiglic, Associate Director of FaithFormationMrs. Kathleen Singleton, Associate Director ofFaith FormationMrs. Carol Cella, Associate Director of FatihFormationMrs. Nina Petersen, Social Ministry/OutreachMr. Paul C. Phinney, Music DirectorMr. Edward Fronckwicz, Jr., Business ManagerMrs. Jane Zollo, Director of Stewardship

HISPANIC MINISTRY

Rev. José Luis TenasRETIRED CLERGY IN RESIDENCE

Most Rev. John C. DunneRev. Augustine FernandoDEACONS

Deacon Frank D. BaroneDeacon Francis P. MarinoDeacon Mark WetzelDeacon William A. Weiss

RETIRED DEACONS

Deacon Lucio L. CotoneDeacon George B. Owen

THE ST. KILIAN VISION STATEMENT

+ HOSPITALITY: ST. KILIAN PARISH STRIVES TO BE AWELCOMING, DYNAMIC FAITH COMMUNITY.

+ THE EUCHARIST AND LITURGY: WE SEEK TO NOURISH THEFAITH LIFE OF THE PARISH BY CELEBRATING MEANINGFULLITURGIES, AND OFFERING OPPORTUNITIES FOR A WIDE RANGEOF PRAYERFUL EXPERIENCES.

+ LIFELONG FAITH FORMATION: WE ARE DEDICATED TOINSPIRING THE YOUNG AND THE OLD THROUGH LIFELONG

EDUCATION, AND FORMATION OF MINDS AND HEARTS.

+ STEWARDSHIP: IN ALL ASPECTS OF OUR FAITH WE SHAREOUR TIME, TALENT, AND TREASURE THROUGH STEWARDSHIP.

+ PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY: WE BRING OUR FAITH TO LIFE BYSERVING OTHERS THROUGH COMPASSIONATE PERSONALOUTREACH AND COMMITMENT TO SOCIAL JUSTICE.

SCHEDULE OF MASSESSATURDAY EVENING: 5:00p.m.

MISAS EN ESPAÑOL: 6:30 p.m. Saturday Cada SábadoSUNDAY: 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and

12:30 p.m.FAMILY MASS: 9:30 a.m.

WEEKDAYS: 7 a.m. in St. Benedict Chapel and 9 a.m. in the Church

SATURDAY: 7:30 a.m. in the ChapelHOLYDAYS: As announced in the bulletin

RECONCILIATION - CONFESSIONS - Mon.: 1-1:30 p.m.& Sat. - 4 - 4:45 p.m.

“Coming from a land that worshippedstars...they fell down and worshippedHim Who made the stars.”

—Venerable Fulton Sheen



Men of St. KilianComing soon:

Rise: a 30 challenge

For more info:https://reallifecatholic.com/men/

Family Life Ministry

Next weekend after allMasses

COMING NEXT WEEKEND..Our 3rd Graders will be at the9:30am Family Mass

And...Visit our website forthe ChristmasPageant photoalbum atwww.stkilian.com

Featuring:RESPECT LIFE

MINISTRY

Stop in at the table inthe gathering space

Coming in the Spring….A new and unique opportunity to

share your faith and experience realspiritual growth with your

parish family

Stay tuned...


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MONDAY - January 7 - Christmas Weekday7:00am Anthony G. Kluepfel9:00am George Dean

TUESDAY - January 8 - Christmas Weekday7:00am Peter Panos9:00am Joseph Kennedy

WEDNESDAY - January 9 - Christmas Weekday7:00am Peter Panos9:00am Catherine Russell

THURSDAY - January 10 - Christmas Weekday7:00am Helen Ianno9:00am George & Victoria Markunas

FRIDAY - January 11 - Christmas Weekday7:00am For the Parishioners of St. Kilian9:00am Patrick Kenny

SATURDAY - January 12 - Christmas Weekday7:30am Peggy Sisti5:00pm Diane Steele McGeer

Joseph FinelliPatrick KennyAugustyn Tluczek

6:30pmSUNDAY - January 13 - The Baptism of the Lord -Readings: 1st—Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11; 2nd—Titus2:11-14; 3:4-7; Gospel—Luke 3:15-16, 21-228:00am Christine Carosella9:30am For the Parishioners of St. Kilian11:00am Theresa & John Molfetto12:30pm Carol & Thomas Robinson

Eddie HalpinMargot LipiecRobert Licandro

Bulletin Reflection:The three kings in today’s Gospel traveled a great distanceat considerable cost to offer their richest gifts to the InfantJesus. How far will I go and what will I offer to dohomage to this newborn King and Savior?

Living Stewardship:

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The following are the weekly collections for:December 29, 30, 2018 ...........$24,305.00(Last year 2017) .....................$22,827.00

AttendanceDecember 29, 30, 2018 ...............1692 (Last year 2017) ........................1478

Parish Collection report-Week of Dec. 30, 2018

Mass Number Of Amt. in Env. Loose Total

5pm - Sat. 122 $3098.00 $553.00 $3651.00

6:30pm-Sat. 38 $452.00 $826.00 $1278.00

8:00am-Sun 102 $2583.00 $392.00 $2975.00

9:30am 75 $2172.00 $427.00 $2599.00

11:00am 119 $3897.00 $465.00 $4362.00

12:30pm 79 $2252.00 $587.00 $2839.00

Thank you for placingGod first in your life!

Mail in Envelopes:$3582.00Online Donations: $3019.00 Total: $24,305.00

SUNDAY - January 6 - The Epiphany of the Lord -Readings: 1st—Isaiah 60:1-6; 2nd—Ephesians3:2-3a, 5-6; Gospel—Matthew 2:1-128:00am For the Parishioners of St. Kilian9:30am Pieloch, Jerome, Schlachter Families11:00am Elaine Branca12:30pm Rosemarie Anita Reinhardt

Carlos CapdevilaLucia RecineGiusepe & Lucille Fraccalvieri

We are grateful this week for all stewards in our parish whodevelop their talents to the fullest in order to use them tobenefit church and community by assisting the poor, feedingthe hungry, consoling the sorrowful and teaching the young.

NEXT WEEKEND MASS CELEBRANTS

Saturday-January 125:00pm - Fr. Suglia:30pm - Fr. José Luis

Sunday-January 138:00 a.m. - Fr. Suglia9:30 a.m. - Fr. Bruce11:00 a.m. Fr. Gus12:30 p.m. Fr. Bruce



ST. KILIAN PARISH HOSTS ANDWINE to be used at all WeekdayMasses ( Jan. 7 - 11, 2019) weredonated in Memory of+Fred RigoliniGift of: Eleanor McIntyre & Family

As a praying community, weautomatically ask prayers for allthose who are ill. Names added to thelist will remain on for a maximum of 3weeks. If the individual is still in need

of prayers, the office would have to be notified to continuefor an additional 3 weeks. If you do not desire to be listed,please inform us.

Hugh Gilmore; Theresa Ross; Rosemary Oliver; LindaAsparro; Vincent Thomas Marino; Josephine Lubrano;Fr. Robert Lubrano; Matthew Malley; Marie Gilmore;Danielle Kirrane; Adele Fasano; Anthony Fasano; BarbaraNicholes; Chip Bailey; Joan Featherstone; Sandra Leafhart;John Nelson, Sr.; Lisa Bravo.

And prayers for our children: Gwendolyn Rose; KylePatrick Johnson; Jillian Cordi; Baby Julia Rose Manno;Collin Huber; Michael Cardone; Baby Kathleen Scelfo; BabyOlivia Scelfo; Kaelyn Maureen McCandless; Kairi Knudsen;Isabella Marie Inzerillo; Vincent Moran; Baby CameronRobert; Andrew Guarna; Vincent Maniscalco; Baby Gravers;Connor McGrath; Brynn Ryan Pullen; Baby MadisonNicholes; Baby Kevin Beyer.

Second AnnouncementDaniel Hilton & Bethani Gately (St. Kilian)

Please remember in your prayers thefollowing St. Kilian Parishioners serv-

ing overseas in the Military:

Captain Peter J. NotoLieutenant Conor B. Jones

A. J. GuliannoMarine Corporal Ryan Thomas Albergo

Pvt. Sean MaherMarine W. O. Thomas J. Heinsohn

Vincent GuidoneMarine Ryan B-Wasilewski

Any veterans or servicemembers who could use ourspiritual help please contactFr. Dennis Suglia at:[email protected] call the rectory at 516249-0127.

Baptisms

Rest in PeaceWe remember those who have died inour parish community this week:

Eternal Rest grant unto them O Lord; and let the per-petual light shine upon them. May their souls and thesouls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of

God Rest in Peace. Amen

Kilian Marion MeadeBray Wright Meade

Julian Joel RivasSamuel Cesar RivasEnzo Rafael Rojas

Scott William Hassett

John GreeneDenise DeTomasso

Joseph PilieroThomas J. Lloyd



ST. KILIAN SOCIAL JUSTICECOMMITTEE

Our parish established a new SocialJustice Committee and began meeting in

September, with the goal of learningwhat Catholic Social Teaching is, what itasks all of us to do, and to act by sharing

information with our parishioners.

This is the first in a series of bulletinarticles about Catholic Social Teaching.

The Church’s social teaching is a rich treasure of wisdom about building a just society and living lives ofholiness amidst the challenges of modern society. – United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)

There are currently 7 themes of Catholic Social Teaching. The first theme, from which all future themes flow, is

LIFE AND DIGNITY OF THE HUMAN PERSONThe Catholic Church proclaims that human life is sacred and that the dignity of the humanperson is the foundation of a moral vision for society. This belief is the foundation of all theprinciples of our social teaching. In our society, human life is under direct attack fromabortion and euthanasia. Human life is threatened by cloning, embryonic stem cell research,and the use of the death penalty. The intentional targeting of civilians in war or terroristattacks is always wrong. Catholic teaching calls on us to work to avoid war. Nations mustprotect the right to life by finding effective ways to prevent conflicts and resolve them bypeaceful means. We believe that every person is precious, that people are more importantthan things, and that the measure of every institution is whether it threatens or enhances thelife and dignity of the human person.

Reflect: Think about these questions to examine your conscience in light of theme #1 –

• Do I respect the life and dignity of every human person from conception through natural death?

• Do I recognize the face of Christ reflected in all others around me whatever their race, class, age, or abilities?

• Do I work to protect the dignity of others when it is being threatened?

• Am I committed to both protecting human life and to ensuring that every human being is able to live indignity?

(from the USCCB website)

For further information: Google USCCB Catholic Social Teaching

STAY TUNED FOR NEXT WEEK’S THEME: Call to Family, Community, and Participation



FEATURING

Respect Life MinistryRespect Life is dedicated to inform, educate and provideinformation on Church teachings regarding the Gospel of Life. There arespiritual and legislative Respect Life events, such as prayer vigils and theannual March for Life in Washington, D.C. on January 18 . The ministry

supplies information on all aspects pertaining to therespect and sanctity of all human life. Irene & PaulMuhs are the Ministry Leaders. Please see the RespectLife column in the bulletin for upcoming events andcontact information.

NEXT MONTH: Family Life Ministry & St. Vincent de Paul Society

Small Groups are coming to St. Kilian’s during LentWhat’s a “LIVE LENT” Small Group?

• It’s groups of parishioners meeting weekly for 6 weeks,

usually in homes

• It’s modeled on early Church communities, a gathering where faith

sharing takes place in a comfortable and non-judgmental setting

• It’s Scripture based, with the Sunday readings used for reflection

• It’s a great way to grow your faith and become closer to God,

as you meet new people!

STAY TUNED FOR FUTURE DETAILS.

New for 2019



Attention Anyone Who Participatedin a Renew Group

Our Parish will be starting a small groupprocess during Lent this year for 6 weeks,

called “Live Lent”.We are looking for people who may be ableto assist in speaking at Masses in February

and would becomfortable briefly

sharing their small groupexperience with the

parish.Please call Jane Zollo atthe rectory at (516) 249-

0127 for more info, or email [email protected]. Thank you!

At the January Meeting of

St. Kilian Women’s Guild

Mike Szlepcsik and Janet Liotta

Will Be Presenting

Part Two of

St.Kilian’s Parish HistoryA People, A Place, A Promise

All Women of the Parish are WelcomeThursday, January 10, 2019

7:30 PM in the Lower Level of the Church

The deadline for the Bulletin forJanuary 20, 2019 is Friday,January 11, 2019.

Please email your request to [email protected] ordrop it off at the rectory.

PLEASE PATRONIZE OURSPONSORS

Let us say THANK YOU by supporting theirbusinesses. Please let them know that you saw

their ad in our Parish Bulletin.

Can you believe it? We’relooking ahead at our Parish’s

“Quasquicentennial “Anniversary!

St. Kilian’s will be celebratingit’s 125th anniversary in 2021.

It may seem a long way off, but it’s nevertoo early to begin thinking about ways

to mark this special time in the life of theParish. That’s why we’ve set up a special

e-mail address for anyone to send usphotos, information, memories, stories,

etc.:[email protected]

Thanks! We look forwardto hearing from you!



Why do I Volunteer? By Jennifer Miller

Hello and welcome to St. Kilian’s Rectory. My name is JenniferMiller and I am your Parish Secretary, having joined the staff at St.Kilian’s in July.

I’ve been a parishioner of St. Bernard’s Parish for the past 8 years.I have enjoyed many ministries and organizations within my parish.For this school year, I am continuing my spiritual journey as aCatechist by enriching the faith of our 6th and 7th graders towardsConfirmation. In addition, I am working with the RCIA children’sgroup as they prepare for Baptism, Communion andConfirmation. It’s very important that we stress to the youth thatGod is always with us. Also, Jesus is our best friend and one whomwe can trust with our lives.

Finally, I am a member of the Welcome Committee. Our group introduces the new parishionersto our parish and we answer any questions that they may have. We guide them through thevarious masses, sacraments, bible studies, religious education, various committees and groups thatwe offer.

The reason for volunteering is that I enjoy working with the youth and guiding them throughtheir spiritual journey with God. As we move forth in this faithful journey, the children not onlylearn from our teachings of the lessons and the gospel, but also vice versa. Their young mindssometimes see a different view than we do as adults. I believe that it’s important to enrich thefaith life of our children. We pray together both spiritually and emotionally so that God canlisten to our prayers.

As a new member of the St. Kilian family, I would like to say “Thank you” for being so kind,understanding and welcoming me to the parish. God has given a gift/talent to each one of us andas a community of faith, we’re able to exercise these gifts. I’m encouraging everyone tovolunteer - whether it’s greeting the parishioners at the front door before mass, making a cakefor a family who suffered a recent loss, ushering someone to their seat or singing in the choir.We all can put our faith into action as a community and see the good in others!

Why Do YOU Volunteer? As we continue our stewardship series of sharing theinspiring stories of how and why our faith community finds ways to serve, weinvite you to send us your story! Just contact the Stewardship Committee at(516) 249-0127 or e-mail Jane at [email protected]. We look forward tohearing from you



SOCIAL MINISTRY/OUTREACH

Outreach is our parish community’s response to the Gospel call to help those in need.We serve anyone who lives within our parish boundaries regardless of religion, race or ethnicity.

We are located at 140 Elizabeth Street but our main entrance is in the parking lot facing Conklin Street.OUR FOOD PANTRY AND OFFICE ARE OPEN MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 10AM-2:30PM.

We are also available certain Saturdays by appointment only. Spanish translators are available Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays.For further information please call 516-756-9656 Nina Petersen, Director of Outreach

Do you need food assistance but work weekdays? Our pantry is open one Saturday per month, by appointment only.Please call for further information about this emergency assistance.

Ketchup, MustardMayonnaise (small jars ok)Salad Dressings

This week our pantry could use the items listed here. Just drop your donation in the bin in the gatheringspace of the church or bring it to Outreach during our regular business hours.

Thank You, St. Kilian Parish, for Helping Us Help Others!

THANK YOU!!!Our collection of hats, scarves and gloves was a huge success!

Thanks to all of you who provided these much-needed items for the families we service atOutreach.

Did you know we offer Employment Assistance(resume writing, interview coaching, job search tips)?Our Employment Counselor is here Thursdays from

12:30 to 2:30pm. If interested, call for anappointment.

Also, we have an employment bulletin board wherewe try our best to find and post local jobs for those

who don’t have accessible transportation. Please feelfree to stop in and take a look!

Catholic Charities CSFP provides FREE food to seniors. Eligibility criteria include: age 60 and over, live in NewYork and meet income guidelines. Call Catholic Charities at 516-623-4568 to see if you are eligible or to find one of the

50+ locations, or call us at Outreach for further information.

WIC is a supplemental food program for pregnant women, postpartum women up to 6 months, infants and children upto age 5 and families with low income. WIC provides food assistance, nutrition education and breastfeeding support.

Referrals are made to medical and human services. Call 631-842-4123 or come to the WIC office at 143 SchleigelBlvd, Amityville, NY 11701


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OUR CHURCH’S RESPONSE TO ADDICTION FOR THOSE WHO ARE

AFFLICTED ANDAFFECTED

A recent conference hosted by Catholic Charities of Rockville Centre addressed the epidemic of addiction,which affects us all. Among other things, we learned that the majority of people of faith who are either

afflicted or affected by addiction say that they never considered reaching out to their church for support.We are all touched by the disease of addiction. Our pastoral team may not have a solution, but we may

know of some resources that you haven’t tried. Or perhaps you may simply need someone to talk to.Please know that there is no need to suffer alone. For information about additional resources, call ParishSocial Ministry at 516-756-9656; for an appointment to speak with one of our priests, call 516-249-0127.

ST.KILIAN PARISH GROUPS:Alcoholic Anonymous (AA)

o English language meetings are Wednesdays at 7PMin our Parish Center

o Spanish language meetings are Fridays at 7PM inour Parish Center

o Also, at the United Methodist Church, 407 MainStreet, Farmingdale: Step Meetings areTuesdays at 7:15PM and Open Discussions areFridays at 5:30PM-8:45pm. Call 516-694-3424.

Al-Anon Support Groupo Sundays at 7:30PM, Parish Center

Narcotics Anonymous (NA)O Tuesdays at 7:30PM,Parish Center

ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS:o Sundays 5pm at United Methodist Church,

407 Main Street, Farmingdale. For updatedmeeting info, go to ACA website.

INFORMATION: Nassau Alliance forAddiction Services - www.nassaualliance.org. Thewebsite contains a wealth of information, as well asa searchable database of assistance by town.

CRISIS HOTLINE from Nassau Alliance for addictionservices: 24/7, 7 days per week: 516-481-4000.

ADULT CRISIS CENTER: Catholic Charities’ TalbotHouse, provides withdrawaland stabilization services onavoluntarybasisto males and femalesover the age of 18whoareseekingto stopand/orwithdraw fromalcohol and/or otherdrug use. For moreinformation,call: 631-589-4144. TalbotHouse staff is available 24/7 and is a NO fee for serviceprogram. Each call is confidential.

ADOLESCENT CRISIS CENTER: St. Charles Hospital inPor t Jeffer son has a medically superviseddetoxificationcenterforadolescents. Call631-474-6797.

FAMILIES WITH SCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN may reachout to Farmingdale School District social workers, who providecounseling, crisis intervention, case management andacademic support to students. They also work with familiesand help connect them to appropriate local agencies. Contactthe main office of your child’s school, who will put you incontact with the social worker.

LOCAL FAMILY MEMBER SUPPORT GROUPS ATYES COMMUNITY COUNSELING:

• BEREAVEMENTSUPPORTGROUP: foradultswholost a loved one to addiction. Currently 2nd Mondayof the month, 7:30pm at YES Community Counseling,152 Center Lane, Levittown. For info call KathleenColetta 516-799-3203 ext. 127.

• CHILDREN’S SUPPORT GROUP: for childrenunder age 18 who have been affected by a lovedone’s use of drugs or alcohol. For info callAmanda at 516-299-3203 ext 124.

• FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP: for adults, meetsMonday evenings at 6PM, YES Community Counseling,152 Center Lane, Levittown. For info

call Kathleen Coletta 516-799-3203 ext. 127.

Call YES Community Counseling at 516-799-3203 to register or to inquire about new andadditional groups, locations and times.

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We have a NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation DROP OFF SITE for unwanted medications right here inFarmingdale: Transcript Pharmacy, 87 Hempstead Turnpike, Farmingdale



St. Kilian Pastoral Counseling

Our pastor, Father Bruce Powers, besides hisgraduate degree in theology from the majorseminary in Huntington, New York, holds aMasters degree in Pastoral Counseling from St.John’s University ( M.S. in Ed.). In addition, hehas received certification in substance abusecounseling from South Oaks Institute inAmityville, New York.

If you would like his counsel on personaland family difficulties, please contact him at St.Kilian rectory: 516-249-0127 or email him for anappointment: [email protected]

WEEKLY READINGS

St. Kilian’s goal for 2018 is $152,500.00. So farpledges total $99,540.00 or 65.3% of goal for the2018 Appeal. Payments received so far total$96,285.00. Average donation is $239.86 So far,415 parishioners have donated. Thank you foryour generosity.

2018 Catholic Ministries Appeal

Continuing the Marian Healing Ministry ofFr. Dennis Kelleher CSsR there will be a Healing Mass atSt. Anastasia’s Church, 45-14 245th St., Douglaston -Little Neck, NY 11362, on Tuesday, January 8, 2019

6:30PM - Rosary, Mass & Healing ServiceCelebrant: Fr. Augustine FernandoAssisted by Deacons Joseph Mercolino, MichaelVicinanza, and Jacques PhilippeauxMusic: Tony Owen

For information contact St. Anastasia’s Churchat 718-631-4454. Come and experience the outpouringof the Holy Spirit, the presence, healing touch and powerof Our Lord Jesus Christ and the intercession of Marythe Mother of God and Our Mother.

Marian Healing Ministry

LIVE THE LITURGY - INSPIRATION FORTHE WEEKWe all have had the experience of walking into a darkroom and searching for the light switch. If we are reallyunfamiliar with the space, anxiety, uncertainty, disorienta-tion, and even fear can easily arise. Once we find the light,all is illuminated and we are at peace. Our light has comeinto the world! The glory of God has been revealed!Today's feast of the Epiphany teaches us to look to ourSavior, Jesus Christ, for the way to truly be the humanbeings we were created to be. He shows us how toprioritize our lives, order our relationships, care forcreation, and live as daughters and sons of God. God'slove and creative power is universal, transcending all racesand nations. Jesus brings the light of peace to a brokenworld that still struggles to understand itself and to youand I who also struggle to understand who we are. Maywe find ourselves overjoyed that we have found our truthand allow Jesus to bring light to the darkness of our lives!

Readings for the week of January 6, 2019

Sunday: Is 60:1-6/Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13[cf. 11]/Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6/Mt 2:1-12

Monday: 1 Jn 3:22—4:6/Ps 2:7bc-8, 10-12a[8ab]/Mt 4:12-17, 23-25

Tuesday: 1 Jn 4:7-10/Ps 72:1-2, 3-4, 7-8 [cf.11]/Mk 6:34-44

Wednesday: 1 Jn 4:11-18/Ps 72:1-2, 10, 12-13 [cf.11]/Mk 6:45-52

Thursday: 1 Jn 4:19—5:4/Ps 72:1-2, 14 and15bc, 17 [cf. 11]/Lk 4:14-22a

Friday: 1 Jn 5:5-13/Ps 147:12-13, 14-15, 19-20 [12a]/Lk 5:12-16

Saturday: 1 Jn 5:14-21/Ps 149:1-2, 3-4, 5 and 6aand 9b [cf. 4a]/Jn 3:22-30

Next Sunday: Is 40:1-5, 9-11/Ps 104:1b-2, 3-4, 24-25, 27-28, 29-30 [1]/Ti 2:11-14; 3:4-7/Lk 3:15-16, 21-22

Observances for the week of January 6, 2019Sunday: The Epiphany of the LordMonday: St. Raymond of Penyafort, PriestNext Sunday: The Baptism of the Lord ©LPi



The Society of St. Vincent de Paul

If you are in need of assistance or would likeinformation about joining or contributing to theSociety, please call 516-473-9562. Leave amessage and a phone number. A member willreturn your call as soon as possible. You mayvisit our website at www.svdprvc.org. Pleaseremember the Poor Boxes at the exits of thechurch. They are the Bread Boxes of the poorand hungry.

ST. KILIAN RESPECT-LIFE CALENDAR OFEVENTS

Every Saturday - 10:30-11:30AM Prayer vigiloutside Planned Parenthood, 35 Carman’s Rd,Massapequa1/6/18 (Sun) - 10:40AM: Respect Life Ministry

Meeting in the Green Room (A) of theChurch Basement

1/18/19 (Fri) - MARCH FOR LIFE in WashingtonDC. Reserve your seat NOW on the Bus from StKilian. Contact Paul Montenero:[email protected] or text/call at 516-523-0373

Today we celebrate the feast of the Epiphany,where the Magi find the newborn King andoffer him gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh.

In the spirit of the Magi, please putyour gift in the St. Vincent de Paul Poor Boxso that comfort and peace can once again begiven to a newborn child.



St. Kilian Week at a Glance

January 7 (Monday)Daily rosary - 8:30am - ChurchSenior Meeting - 11am - 3pm - Parish Ctr.Reconciliation - 1-1:30pm - ChurchEucharistic Adoration - 4pm - 9pm - St. Benedict ChapelDivorced, Separated & Widowed Support Group -

7:30pm - Parish Ctr.January 8 (Tuesday)

Daily Rosary - 8:30am - ChurchSenior Meeting - 11am - 3pm - Parish Ctr.Eucharistic Adoration - 4pm - 9:00pm - St. Benedict

ChapelCYO Practice - 4pm - 9:30pm - GymHoly Souls In Purgatory -6pm -St. Benedict ChapelNA Meeting - 7:00pm Parish Ctr.St. Vincent de Paul Meeting - 7pm - Outreach Meeting Rm

January 9 (Wednesday)Daily Rosary - 8:30am - ChurchBible Study - 10:30am - 12:30pm - Parish Ctr.Eucharistic Adoration - 4pm - 9pm - St. Benedict ChapelCYO Practice - 4pm - 9:30pm - GymAA Support Meeting - 7pm - Parish Ctr.Spanish Charismatic Renewal - 7pm - CafeteriaCharismatic Prayer Group - 8pm - St. Benedict Chapel

January 10 (Thursday)Daily Rosary - 8:30am - ChurchEucharistic Adoration - 4pm - St. Benedict ChapelWomen’s Guild Meeting - 7:30pm - Parish Ctr. Blue RoomCYO Practice - 7:45pm - 9pm - Gym

January 11 (Friday) -Daily Rosary - 8:30am - ChurchEucharistic Adoration - 4pm - St. Benedict ChapelCYO Practice 4pm - 6pm - GymAA Spanish - 7pm - Parish Ctr.

January 12 - (Saturday)Daily Rosary - 8:30am - ChurchCYO Practice - 12noon - 9PM - AuditoriumReconciliation - 4:00pm - 4:45pm - ChurchHispanic Youth Group - 7:30pm - CafeteriaHispanic RCIA - 8pm - Parish Ctr. Green Room

January 13 (Sunday)Respect Life Meeting - 10:30am - Parish Ctr. Green RoomCYO Practice - 1pm - 9pm - GymAL-Anon - Support Group - 7:30pm - Parish Ctr.

DIOCESAN & COMMUNITY

Support & Prayer Ministry for Catholic Gays/Lesbians, Parents & their Families.Third Tuesday of each month - 7pm. Info: MichaelCoffey at 917-589-7146.

Catholic Charities Wantagh Senior Center lo-cated at the Church of St. Jude, Wantagh, needs CDLdrivers with passenger endorsement to transportseniors to and from the center. $16.41 per hour. CallLaura at 516-797-5357. We are an EOE employer.

BLUE MASSAll Firefighters, Police Officers and EMS

personnel, are cordially invited to attend St. Rose ofLima’s Blue Mass on Sunday, January 13, 2019, at

9:30 a.m., with Bishop Andrzej Zglejszewskipresiding.

Those who wish to attend in uniform are invited toparticipate in the opening procession (Please come 10minutes early if you plan to do so). A blessing of allemergency vehicles, and light refreshments, will be

available following the Mass. Please plan to join us!Location: St. Rose of Lima Church, 2 Bayview Ave.,

Massapequa NY

Magnificat, a Ministry to Catholic Women,cordially invites you to attend a Breakfast on January 19,2019 at The Hofstra Club at 9:45 a.m. Our speaker will bePhilip Mandato, who is currently the Director of theCharismatic Renewal Office of the Diocese of RockvilleCentre and the liaison to all the English speaking prayergroups on Long Island, as well as the contact for theNational Service Center for the Charismatic Renewal in theUnited States. Come and hear Phil’s testimony and learnmore about the power of the Holy Spirit and the incrediblegifts God has for all of His children!The Breakfast is $35 per person, and pre-registration isrequired. Please make checks payable to “Magnificat” andmail to: Judy Murphy, 42 Pinehurst Street, Lido Beach, NY11561. Checks must be received by January 14th. Paymentwill not be accepted at the door. For additional information,please contact Judy at (917) 453-5750. Come and bring afriend for some fellowship, refreshment and worship!

January 6 (Sunday)Respect Life Meeting - 10:30am - Parish Ctr. Green RoomCYO Practice - 1pm - 9pm - GymSt. Kilian Players Meeting - 6:30pm - Parish Ctr. Blue RmAL-Anon - Support Group - 7:30pm - Parish Ctr.



Parish DirectoryRECTORY OFFICE: (516) 249-0127

FAX:(516) 249-7131WEBSITE: www.stkilian.com -

E-MAIL: [email protected] OFFICE HOURS

MON. - FRI. - 9:30 a.m. - 12:30pm and 1:30pm - 8:00 pmCLOSED 12:30PM - 1:30PM

SATURDAY: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. and SUNDAY: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Mr. Edward Fronckwicz, Jr. - Business Manager- [email protected]. Jane Zollo - Director of Stewardship [email protected] EDUCATION OFFICE - (516) [email protected]. Claire Stiglic, Assoc. Director Faith FormationMrs. Kathleen Singleton, Assoc. Director Faith FormationMrs. Carol Cella, Assoc. Director of Fatih FormationMrs. Carmela Petraglia - SecretaryMrs. Marian Magadan - Secretary

SOCIAL MINISTRY/ PARISH OUTREACH(516) 756-9656 - [email protected]. Nina Petersen - DirectorMrs. Dee Asparro - Secretary

MUSIC (516)420-0950 Mr. Paul Phinney - Director - [email protected]

YOUTH MINISTRY - (516)249-0127Mr. William Montenero - [email protected]

RECTORY SUPPORT STAFFMrs. Eileen Donohue -Bulletin/Website- [email protected]. Nancy Farrell - Bookkeeper - [email protected]. Grace Kaufold - Census Program - [email protected]. Jennifer Miller - Secretary - [email protected]

PASTORAL COUNCILMrs. Addie DeVincentis - Mrs. Lillian JamesMr. Geoffrey Fenwick - Mrs. Janet Liotta

Mr. Paul Montenero - Mrs. Lorraine Pieloch Mr. James Porter - Mrs. Erin Stoeber

Mrs. Melissa SuwalskiPastoral Council e-mail: [email protected]

FINANCE COMMITTEEMr. Pierre Lehmuller - Trustee

Mr. Richard Merzbacher - TrusteeMr. Victor Albanese - Deacon Frank Barone

Deacon William Weiss - Mr. Stephen G. Wilson

Sacraments

Baptisms are celebrated on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Sundayof the month at 2:00 p.m. in the church. Spanish Baptismsare celebrated on the 4th Sunday of the month at 2 p.m.Parents are required to participate in one SacramentalPreparation session. This meeting is held on the thirdSunday of each month. After attending the 9:30amMass, parents should proceed to the Social Ministry/Outreach Conference Room (across the parking lot) forthe Baptism Preparation Class. Godparents are welcome.Please call the rectory to arrange an interview with a deaconor priest to register for the preparation session and theBaptism ceremony. Additional information on Baptism isavailable on the parish website: www.stkilian.com

Reconciliation - Confessions are heard in the church onMondays, 1:00-1:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 4:00-4:45 p.m.; andin the rectory by appointment. Confessions are not heardon Mondays that are Holy Days or public holidays.Confessions in Spanish by appointment. Please call therectory at (516)249-0127.

Matrimony - Marriage arrangements should be made witha deacon or priest at least six months before the proposedwedding date. No dates for marriage will be given overthe phone. Note: The interview to schedule the marriagedate at St. Kilian should be completed before commitmentsare made with a catering hall. Additional information isavailable on the parish website: www.stkilian.com.

Anointing of the Sick - The Sacrament of the Anointingof the Sick may be received by any Catholic who ispreparing for surgery, or is of advanced age, or is seriouslyill. The sacrament is the Church’s prayer for health andhealing and should not be delayed until there is danger ofdeath. Please call the rectory to speak with a priest. Also,to arrange for Communion to be brought to the homebound,please call the rectory to have a priest visit. After the priestvisits, arrangements can be made for a Eucharistic Ministerto regularly bring communion to the homebound.

Rite of Christian Initiation of AdultsRCIA (Becoming A Catholic) Anyone who is inquiringabout becoming a Catholic, and who has not beenbaptized, or who has been baptized in another Christiancommunity is invited to inquire into the RCIA. Pleasecall the rectory for information at (516)249-0127.



Celebremos Los Sacramentos

LA SANTA MISA:Todos los Sábados a las 6:30PM.

BAUTISMO:Se celebra cada cuarto domingo de mes, a las 2:00 de la tarde.Es requisito para los papás y padrinos, atender la clase pre-bautismal, cada tercer miércoles de mes a las 6:30 PM, en laparte baja de la Iglesia. Por favor llame a la rectoría parahacer su cita con el sacerdote, para llenar el formato; usteddeberá traer el certificado o registro de nacimiento de su niño.Los niños de 6 años ó más, deberán asistir a las clases decatequesis regular.

PADRINOS: Deben ser católicos, con los Sacramentos deBautismo, Comunión y Confirmación; solteros ó casados por laIglesia. Deben traer una notificación indicando que estánregistrados o son miembros de la Parroquia, en donde viven óadonde asisten a misa. No pueden ser padrinos las personasque tienen parejas sin haberse casados por la Iglesia.

QUINCEAÑERAS:Deben haber recibido los Sacramentos de Bautismo,Comunión y Confirmación ó estar asistiendo a las clasesregulares de Educación Religiosa ó RICA (Rito de IniciaciónCristiana para Adultos).

RITO DE INICIACIÓN CRISTIANA PARA ADULTOS: (RICA)Les invitamos a una preparación espiritual de conversióna la fé católica. Favor comunicarse con la Hna: ReinaVásquez(631)902-9969. Las clases iniciarán en septiembre.

MATRIMONIO:Es necesario hacer una entrevista con el Sacerdote ó Diáconode la Parroquia con 6 meses de anticipación, para lacelebración de su boda. Es imprescindible que todas lasparejas, asistan a PRE-CANA (charlas pre-matrimoniales), parapoder casarse. Para mayor información, llamar a la Rectoría(516)-249-0127 ext.129 P. Jose o hablar con él, después de laMisa, los sábados.

RECONCILIACION/ CONFESIONES:Todos los miércoles de 6:00 a 9:00 PM, en el Grupo de Oración.Lugar: Cafetería.

UNCION DE LOS ENFERMOS:Llamar a la Rectoría, inmediatamente en caso de emergencia oenfermedad, para que la persona reciba los Sacramentosnecesarios. (516)- 249-0127 Ext. 129 Padre Jose.

GRUPO DE ORACION:(Renovación Carismática) Todos los miércoles de 7 a 9:30 PMen la cafetería, Y Hora Santa en la iglesia todos los Segundosmiércoles de cada mes, de 7:30-8:30pm.

GRUPO JUVENIL:Se reúnen todos los sábados, después de Misa. Parainformación, hablar con Celina Bonila (631)464-8876, HéctorGuevara (631)375-0020 and Yohana Hernández (631)805-1065

MEDITACIÓN EVANGÉLICO - ALENTARENTENDIMIENTO MÁS PROFUNDO DE LAESCRITURA (Gospel Meditation)

6 de enero de 2019 La Epifanía del SeñorQue tu estrella, Señor, nos guíe y nos ilumine todos losdías de nuestras vidas. Que Tu presencia nos sostengaen la salud y en la enfermedad, en la alegría y en latristeza, y que por medio de ella te manifiestes antecada circunstancia de la vida cotidiana. Hoy, laLiturgia celebra la Epifanía del Señor. Epifanía quieredecir manifestación de una cosa. En este caso Jesús semanifiesta a los Reyes Magos y por medio de ellos, almundo entero. Los Magos le adoraron y le ofrecieronregalos de oro, incienso y mirra. El Profeta Isaías loanuncia así: "Los pueblos se dirigen hacia la luz y losreyes, al resplandor de tu aurora. Levanta los ojos a tualrededor y contempla: todos se reúnen y vienen a ti;tus hijos llegan de lejos y tus hijas son traídas enbrazos" (Isaías 60, 4-4).

La fiesta de los magos es una fiesta de Dios entrenosotros, aun es Navidad - ¡no lo olvidemos! Diosinvita a personas de diferentes razas y culturas adescubrir que Jesús nos trae el regalo de laintegración, no de la desunión. El Himno Litúrgico deeste día nos invita a llenarnos de alegría y a orar todosjuntos. "Reyes que vienen por ellas, no busquenestrellas ya, porque donde el sol está no tienen luz lasestrellas".

¿Cómo se ha manifestado Jesús en tu vida? ¿Qué leofreces tú a Jesús? ¿Qué estrellas buscas? Larespuesta, ojalá, es una de compromiso y entregagenerosa para los pobres, los inmigrantes los enfermosy los abandonados. Señor, manifiéstate hoy a mí, aquí,en esta Eucaristía. Escucha mis deseos y missueños...no tengo nada, solo un corazón para amarte.

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