OUR PARISH MISSION STATEMENT

Striving to make Jesus known by our response to the Gospel, and guided by the Holy Spirit, thecommunity of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton is committed to being a vibrant, worshipping family

that reaches out in love and friendship to all of God’s people.

MASSES:Saturday: 5:00PM Sunday: 8:30AM, 10:00AM & 12 Noon Daily: 9:00AM (Monday - Thursday)

Holy Days: To Be Announced

Sacrament of Baptism: Visit our website atwww.steas.org for information and follow theinstructions. It is highly recommended that thisbe done during the pregnancy.

Sacrament of Marriage: A couple must makearrangements for their wedding at least 6 monthsin advance. ***Please secure your weddingdate at the Church before reserving areception date*** A marriage preparationprogram is required for every couple intending aCatholic Wedding. Visit our website atwww.steas.org for information and follow theinstructions.

Sacrament of Reconciliation:Saturday at 4:00 PM & Sunday following the10:00 AM Mass. The priest will remain in theReconciliation Room only until the lastconfession has been heard.

Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick:Is offered to Parishioners who are seriously ill orin danger of death. Please call early in the illnessof a loved one to arrange for the Sacrament. TheSacrament is administered to the living. In theevent of death prayers are offered.

WELCOME New Members (RCIA)Anyone interested in becoming a member of theCatholic Church is invited into the Rite ofChristian Initiation of Adults Process (RCIA).We also invite baptized persons who wish toreceive Eucharist and Confirmation to becomepart of this process. Please call Gerry at 585-9291.

Parish Registration: It is important to belongto our parish Family. Please call the office if youare not registered or pick up a registration formafter mass.

MSGR. DANIEL A. PICCIANO, PASTORREV. VITUS EZEIRUAKU, WEEKENDASSISTANTDEACON JOSEPH MAFFEO, DEACON JOHN GREBEDEACON DAVE VALLONEPHYLLIS BENANTI, MUSIC DIRECTORPAT MYSTKOWSKI, PASTORALASSOCIATEMICHELE HAHN, DIR. OF RELIGIOUS FORMATIONMARYANN O’CONNOR, OUTREACH COORDINATORBARBARAWELLS, RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SECRETARYLORI MARANDO, BUSINESS MANAGER

Parish Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 12:30pm; l:30pm - 5:00pmOutreach Hours: Mon. & Wed. 9:30am to 12:30pm, 1:30pm to 3:00pmTuesday & Thursday: 1:30pm to 4:30pm, CLOSED Friday

Religious Education Hours: Monday– Thursday 9:00am—12:30pm;1:30pm—5pm. CLOSED Friday

PARISH DIRECTORYOffice: 737-4388·Fax: 737-4389·Religious Education: 737- 8915Outreach: 737-4416 · E-Mail: steas@optonline.net · www.steas.org

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church800 Portion Road, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779-1997

SACRAMENTS TODAY:

Solemnity of Mary Holy Mother of GodJanuary 1, 2017

Rejoice in Christ, the Prince of Peace!

MASS INTENTIONS THIS WEEK

NEW YEARS DAY Today, Sunday, January 1st, 2017

8:30a.m. – Sandra Garcia 10:00 a.m.— Rita Scanlon,

Edith Sullivan, The Bogue Family, Phyllis Blessinger

12 Noon— People of the Parish

Monday, January 2nd 9:00a.m.— Michael Flynn

Tuesday, January 3rd

9:00 a.m. – Richard Styles

Wednesday, January 4th 9:00a.m. — Mary Martin

Thursday, January 5th 9:00 a.m. – Mr. Boylan

Saturday, January 7th 5:00 p.m. –Vivian Hines,

Charles Kerrigan

Sunday, January 8th 8:30a.m. – Catherine Healy 10:00 a.m.— Susan Pierse,

Stephen Catalano, Mary Poisinelli 12 Noon— People of the Parish

SUNDAY, January 1, 2017

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY….. From the Staff of

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish

THE PARISH OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED on Monday, January 2nd

ARE YOU A REGISTERED PARISHIONER? Many parishioners support St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish in the weekly collection and we do not have them listed in our census. We would like to make sure you are given proper credit for your donations. Please fill in the bottom of this page and we will send you a registration form. ***You are not automatically registered if you received a sacrament in the parish, i.e. Baptism, Confirmation, Matrimony, etc. NAME________________________________ ADDRESS_______________________________ ________________________________________ Email__________________________________ Phone___________________________________

CELEBRANTS weekend of January 7th—8th

Saturday, January 7th 5 PM: Msgr. Daniel A. Picciano

Sunday, January 8th

8:30 AM: Msgr. Daniel A. Picciano 10 AM: Fr. Vitus Ezeiruaka

12 PM: Fr. Vitus Ezeiruaka

NOTE: SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Altar Candles for the month of January have been donated in loving memory of

Jim Young, requested by the Pre-Cana ministry.

FOR THE RIDE HOME First Reading: Nm 6: 22-27 Second Reading: Gal 4:4-7 Gospel: Lk 2: 16-21

How do you honor the Mother of God? How does a Marian devotion shape your prayer life?

Mary did treasure the words of the shepherds in her heart, for they were Good News. She was the vessel of God’s providence; she conceived by the power of the Spirit. Her Son was Messiah and King. She was the first follower and a symbol for all of us, the Church.

As we reflect on this News Years Day, let us consider Mary’s place in our hearts and on our faith journey. She is the Mother of God. She is our model for living the Christian life.

As you plan your New Years resolutions, ask for Mary’s prayers in your efforts.

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Christmas: Thank you to all who donated gifts, gift cards, checks, and cash in order to help over 70 families this Christmas. It is in the spirit of giving to others that God’s love is shown in the world. Thank you for showing that love through your kindness at this special time of year. A special thank you to all of Outreach’s volunteers. These wonderful group of people give of their time and talent in order for our families to receive their food and gifts. These in-clude; Mary Koslowski, Rosemarie Mayers, Diane Scheel, Janet Knoblach, Liz Machio, Bob Lewon-ka, Joanne Peuplie, Linda & Justin Perrota, Joanne Casale, Christine Bader, and Eileen Cleary. Thank you to all the ushers, who at each of the masses during December helped collect the donat-ed gift cards. Thank you to Trader Joe’s for donat-ing paper bags. Thank you to all of our Confirmation candidates who helped sort our food as well as the gifts. They are: Anthony Aiello, Zachary Trompeter, Anamaria Plaie, Sienna Hillick, Tatiana Hillick, Jaclyn Grazi-ano, Mr. Graziano, Donna Dellomo, Audrey Krane and her mom and dad, Laci Scofield, and Kaila Schmitz Happy New Year! God Bless

Prayer Blanket Ministry Meetings are held on Saturdays from 9:30am to

12:30pm. Next m eeting is Saturday,

January 14th . New members are always welcome. Come join this exciting ministry—we create prayer blankets, lap robes, baby blankets,

preemie hats, Christmas stockings, “pink scarves”, etc. and donate them to various organizations,

nursing homes, etc. We also share ideas, patterns and offer instruction for anyone wishing to learn to knit or crochet or brush up on their skills. For more information call the Parish Outreach. If you have yarn to donate, we will gladly accept it and use it.

Thank you!

SOLEMNITY OF MARY, HOLY MOTHER OF GOD

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REMEMBER A LOVED ONE MEMORIAL DONATIONS AVAILABLE for:

Announced Masses

Bread & Wine— 1 week Missalettes - 1 month

Flowers—1 week, Charcoal - 1 month 7-Day Sanctolites—1 week

Altar Candles—1 month

Contact the Parish Office to reserve your memorial.

631-737-4388

Office hours: Monday thru Thursday

9 to 12:30; 1:30 to 5 (631) 737-8915

ADULTS...WHO NEED THE SACRAMENT OF

CONFIRMATION???

If you were baptized and received First Holy Communion, but never com-pleted receiving Confirmation and are over 18, please know that it is not

too late! Adult classes will be meeting once a week, beginning in the season of Lent (after Ash Wednesday). The Sacrament of Confirmation is celebrated by Fr. Dan on Pentecost Sunday, 50 days after Easter. If you are interested or have questions, please contact Michele Hahn, at

the Religious Formation Office, at 737-8915, Monday through Thursday.

PARENT ALERT................

Religious Formation classes resume Tuesday, January 3, 2017.

MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR!

JANUARY EVENTS

Levels 2 & 7 - "Acceptance" Mass - Sat. 1/7 at 5 PM

or Sun. 1/8 at 10 AM

RELIGIOUS FORMATION FAMILY + PARISH = PARTNERS IN FAITH

SUNDAY, January 1, 2017

SOLEMNITY OF MARY, HOLY MOTHER OF GOD

Can you help? Our parish has a serious shortage of Altar Servers to assist at Mass and at

special liturgical functions. Pope John Paul the second once said that Altar Servers

are more than “helpers of the priest”. They are “Servants of Jesus, the High

Priest”. Do you know someone who might be interested in sharing in this ministry,

has made his/her first communion and is in at least the 4th grade? Please contact

Marie Cagnard : 631-471-2211.

9th ANNUAL SUPER BONANZA $25 winners Sunday, 12/25 #16748 M/M Michael Pomara Monday, 12/26 #13490 Mattera Tuesday, 12/27 #13133 Joanie De Meo Wednesday, 12/28 #02769 Tom Zendrian Thursday, 12/29 #13640 J & M Ferony Friday, 12/30 #17917 Thomas Garry Saturday, 12/31 #14989 Michael Connolly CONGRATULATIONS!

$1,000 Christmas Winner 12/25/16 # 01881 Nancy Steigele

$100 Monthly Draw 12/31/16 #14446 Lucio Cassara

Join Us With Mary When life got overwhelming and too big for us as children, we turned to our mother for support and guidance. As adults, we thank her for all she had done for us. Now we are blessed with the opportunity to turn to our Heavenly Mother Mary to ask for her sup-port and guidance, and thank her for the many blessings she has given us. Every Wednesday after 9:00 AM mass (at 9:30), you are invited to join us as we pray the ro-sary to ask for her help and guidance and to thank her for her abounding love.

SUNDAY, January 1, 2017

Youth Choir Please contact Katie Finn if your child (grades 3 and up) would like to join. 631-835-4129.

Youth Group If anyone is interested in joining the Youth Group

contact Joy Milillo (home) 631-585-0938 or (cell) 631-664-4915 or joym8103@yahoo.com

WELCOME!!! The following families have registered with the parish this past week:

Mr. & Mrs. Mike & Nicole Rosier

The YG celebrated Christmas with a short prayer service to remind everyone what Christmas is really about. Then we had our annual gift exchange and of course some delicious goodies! Our next meeting will be January 6th and we have some crazy games planned! Hope everyone had a beautiful Christmas!!"

SOLEMNITY OF MARY, HOLY MOTHER OF GOD

SUNDAY, January 1st, 2017

SOLEMNITY OF MARY, HOLY MOTHER OF GOD

Please make check payable to: Catholic Ministries Appeal Pledge: $________

Down Payment: $________

Balance: $________

Parish:__________________________________ Payment Plan: __Monthly __Quarterly Name:_____________________________ __Annually __Other

Address:_________________________________

City, State, Zip:___________________________

Phone:_________________Donor Signature________________________Date________

2016

WE HAVE REACHED OUR GOAL! Thanks to a couple of very generous pledges we recently received and the continued support of so many parish fami-lies, we have surpassed our goal which means our Parish will get back 80% of all new donations to this years Catholic Ministries Appeal until January 31st, 2017. In a world of so many troubles, it’s easy to feel like there is nothing we can do to make a difference. But we can help feed the hungry. We can see that our seniors are provided with services and shelter. We can provide guidance through troubled times. We can make sure that no one feels alone. If you have not already made a pledge to this year’s appeal you can make a difference. Please consider making a dona-tion at this time.

Please participate!! We need everyone’s help!! To make a donation, simply fill out the form below and place it in the collection basket or mail it back to the parish office.

Whatever you are able to give, large or small will be accepted gratefully. For more information or to make an online donation you can go to the CMA website at www.CatholicMinistriesAppeal.org Thank you for your support & continued generosity. John Romaine – CMA Chairperson

“Mercy is the force that reawakens us to new life and instills in us the courage to look to the future with hope” - Pope Francis

SUNDAY, January 1st, 2017

Sunday February 26, 2017 2PM

Tickets $30 each (Children receive a Goodie Bag)

Ticket Sales After Mass:

January 21st and 22nd January 28th and 29th February 4th and 5th

Place:

Noel S. Ruiz Theater CM Performing Arts Center

931 Montauk Highway, Oakdale

Any Questions, Call Gerry Hoffer 631-585-9291

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SUNDAY, January 1, 2017

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