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Saint Elizabeth of Hungary
Roman Catholic Church
February 19, 2023
175 Wolf Hill Road, Melville, NY 11747
631 - 271 - 4455
Faith - Family - Fellowship
Center Office Hours: Monday to Thursday, 9 am to 5 pm; Friday, 9 am to 1 pm
(9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in July and August)
631.271.4455
website: www.stelizabeth.org email: center@stelizabeth.org
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086027718866
Pastoral Team
Father Irinel Racos - Pastor Ext. 313 iracos@stelizabeth.org
Deacon John Failla - Pastoral Associate Ext. 316 jfailla@stelizabeth.org
Deacon Paul Vastola - Pastoral Associate Ext. 321 pvastola@stelizabeth.org
Virgil Barkauskas - Director, Music Ext. 307 virgilbarkauskas@gmail.com
John Fruner - Director, Rel. Education & Adult Faith Formation Ext. 308 faithformation@stelizabeth.org
MaryAnn Giannettino - Director, Parish Social Ministry Ext. 309 outreach@stelizabeth.org
Harry Perepeluk - Business and Facilities Manager Ext. 304 hperepeluk@stelizabeth.org
Jeanne Victor - Director, Liturgy Ext. 318 liturgy@stelizabeth.org
Pastoral Council and Trustees
Council
Jerry Asher Jennifer Ceonzo Michaelanne Discepolo Marie Dybec Mark Haweny
Linda Iadevaia John Kozlowski Donald Mueller Fr. Irinel Racos Chris Sailon
Trustees
John Ferrante Marguerite Melone
Support Staff
Business Office Assistant Kim Mergl Ext. 303 kmergl@stelizabeth.org
Communications Assistant Elvira Luckstone Ext. 311 eluckstone@stelizabeth.org
Outreach Assistant Denise Ferrari Ext. 317 dferrari@stelizabeth.org
Reception Desk Nora DiRocco Ext. 301 ndirocco@stelizabeth.org
Karen Young Ext. 301 kyoung@stelizabeth.org
Religious Education Admin. AnnaLisa Pado Ext. 302 formationadmin@stelizabeth.org
Trinity Regional School
1025 Fifth Avenue, East Northport, New York 11731, 631-261-5130 Patricia Ayers, Principal
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We invite all new members of our parish community to register at the Center.
We also encourage you to join one of our numerous parish ministries, so that
you may acquire a deeper sense of belonging and accomplishment serving the
\ needs of others.
Celebration of the Eucharist
Weekday (Monday to Thursday) at 9:30 a.m.
Saturday at 5:00 p.m. (Vigil for Sunday)
Sunday at 9:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Holy days usually at 9:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. (Please check the bulletin or website.)
Becoming a Catholic or Adult Confirmation
Are you interested in becoming Catholic? Were you never Confirmed and now find that you
would like to complete your Sacraments of Initiation? Are you interested in finding out more
about the Catholic faith? If you answered “Yes” to any of these questions, then Faith Formation
is for you! Call the Parish Center for more information.
Baptism
Baptisms are celebrated on various Sundays throughout the year at 1:00 p.m. You are
encouraged to register for the baptism BEFORE YOUR CHILD IS BORN, so that it is easier to
attend the required Baptism Preparation Class. Please call the Center and we will be happy
to set up an appointment. Many parents also use this opportunity to register in the Parish
as a new parishioner. Information about Godparents is available on the website.
Marriage
We are happy to arrange for your wedding. First, we have the marriage interview and then
we can set the date for the wedding. More information is available on the website. Please
call the Center for an appointment and we will be happy to help you!
Reconciliation
Confessions are heard in our Church’s Chapel of the Holy Cross on Saturdays from 4:00 to
4:45 p.m. You are also welcome to call the Center and make an appointment.
Anointing of the Sick
We encourage all those eligible for this Sacrament to be anointed after the 11:30 a.m. Mass
on the first Sunday of the month or by calling the Center. Those eligible are those who are
about to undergo an operation; are suffering from serious illness and the condition has
worsened; or are enduring the weakening effects of advancing age and it has been one year
since they were last anointed.
Communion to the Homebound
If you are homebound, unable to attend Mass and would like a Eucharistic Minister to bring
you Communion, please contact Deacon John Failla at 631.271.4455 x316 or email him at
jfailla@stelizabeth.org to arrange for a Eucharistic Minister’s visit.
Mass Cards
Mass cards are always available when the Parish Center is open. If you are unable to come
to the Center during our normal hours, you are invited to call (631.271.4455) and request a
Mass card over the telephone or email center@stelizabeth.org. Credit cards are accepted in
payment of the offering.
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If you’re not able to scan the QR code, you can
watch the Symbolon trailer here:
https://watch.formed.org/symbolon-the-catholic-
faith-explained/videos/symbolon-trailer
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ASH WEDNESDAY
IS
FEBRUARY 22
9:30 am. Mass
12:15 pm ~ 5 pm ~ 7 pm Services
Ashes will be distributed at Mass
as well as at each service.
will be prayed each Wednesday beginning
March 1 after the 9:30 am daily Mass
instead of Friday evenings.
When there is a funeral scheduled at the
9:30 am daily Mass, we will pray the
Stations of the Cross after the funeral
Mass.
If a funeral mass is scheduled after the
9:30 am Daily Mass, we will not pray the
Stations on that particular Wednesday.
There will be no change to the schedule for the praying of
Stations of the Cross on Good Friday.
The Discipline of Fasting
During Lent, we join the Church throughout the world in abstaining from meat on Ash Wednesday
(February 22) and all the Fridays of Lent (at least from age 14).
We have one full meal (we fast) on the two central days of penance during Lent: Ash Wednesday
and Good Friday (at least from age 14 until age 59).
Everyone is encouraged to participate in these disciplines, even those who do not fall in the age
categories. Those with medical conditions are, of course, not bound by the Church’s obligation
of fast and abstinence.
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Courage to
Grieve
I am the Resurrection and the life; everyone who lives and believes in me will never die…”(John 11.25)
Come Share your Burden! The Bereavement Ministry of Saint Elizabeth Parish will be offering an eight-week
program each Saturday morning from 10 am to 12 Noon beginning March 18 in the Hospitality Room of the
Parish Center. If you are interested in more information or would like to register, please return this form to the
Parish Center, mail it Attention: Bereavement, or drop it in the collection basket. Someone will contact you.
Come Share Your Burden - Courage to Grieve Registration
Name: ________________________________________________________
Day Phone: ________________________________________________________
Evening Phone: ________________________________________________________
Cell Phone: ________________________________________________________
Email: ________________________________________________________
Feb. 25 Saturday, 5:00 PM Sunday, 9:00 AM Sunday, 11:30 AM
and 26
Judith Hammond - B1 Marguerite Melone - B1 Lina Barrasso - B1
EM Presider - B2 Presider - B2 Presider - B2
Deacon Paul Vastola - B3 Bruce Geiser - B3 Deacon John Failla - B3
Megan Vastola - B4 Mary Therese Geiser - B4 Laura A. Morelli - B4
READER Donna Marinelli - R1 Teresa Gefter - R1 Jake Freivald - R1
Sebastien Robert-Grandpierre - R2 James Coronesi - R2
ALTAR Anya Vastola - A1 Bronsyn Chiechi - A1 Thomas Pignatelli - A1
SERVERS Sophie Driscoll - A2 Jacianna Chiechi - A2 Timothy Freivald - A2
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An invitation to all women of the
parish and their friends!
Save the date: Saturday, April 29
Catholic Daughters of the 12 Noon to 3 pm
Americas Court St. Elizabeth will be
sponsoring a presentation by
Sister Pat Duffy, O.P.
here at Saint Elizabeth’s on
Saturday, April 29 from 12-3 pm.
Please join us for an afternoon of
inspiration, refreshments and companionship with women you might know and
some you might like to get to know. Further information will be posted in the
bulletin soon!
Our February meeting will take place on
Wednesday, February 22 at 2 pm in Room 109
at the Center.
All widowed parishioners are invited to attend.
In case of inclement weather, please call
Kathleen at 631 - 423 - 5462 to confirm that
the meeting is being held.
Come join us!
We look forward to meeting you!
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March
Meetings
March 7 First Banns
Brendan Dauscher (Saint Elizabeth)
and
Melissa Shearer (Saint Hyacinth)
Let the Good Times Roll
March 21
Saint Joseph Luncheon The
Boccone Family
Bravar Family
Lobster Ravioli Concepcion Family
in Alfredo Sauce Coyle Family
Hyman Family
Kouvel Family
Maddaloni Family
Marotta Family
Washington Family
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Saint Elizabeth
Knights of Columbus Council 5753
presents
Better Knights Ahead
Faith Knight Family Knight Community Knight,
and many more are all part of a new line-up for 2023!
An energized team of Council men are busy planning a series of activities that will deliver
social, educational, and spiritual activities for St. Elizabeth parishioners and their families.
LOOK FOR UPCOMING BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS
February- Valentine’s Knight Sock Hop Dance
March - Knight at the Races and Pizza Knight at Mario's
April - Father and Son Sports Knight
WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT! Parish events reinforce the principles of Charity, Unity and
Fraternity and raise money to support the parish and important community causes such as
Coats for Kids, Scholarships, and the Life Center.
JOIN ONLINE FOR FREE! We invite all Catholic men at any age to join a brotherhood and
help serve our community by giving some time, talent, and ideas as part of Council 5753. If
you are interested in learning more about the Knights and Council programs, please email
Grand Knight, Tom Hanousek: thanousek@verizon.net or visit the Knights of Columbus
website and join now for free: https://www.kofc.org
Luau
Thursday
July 13, 2023
6 to 9 pm
Details to follow!
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Lord, Hear our
Scripture Insights Prayers for
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time the Deceased
“Be holy, for I, the Lord, your God am holy” (Lv 19:2). Eileen Catania; Antonio Perciavalle
These words challenge us to imitate God in our
actions. The word “holy” embraces the concept of
wholeness, as opposed to being divided. Leviticus the Sick
illustrates this meaning: “You shall not bear hatred Francine Caiozzo; Dawn Conway; Ben Cracco
for your brother or sister in your heart” (19:17). Gwen and Zoey Gallucci; Joe Giordano
Instead, follow the command: “Love your neighbor as Ditmar and Marianne Stitz; John Toohey
yourself” (19:18).
In Matthew’s account of the Gospel, Jesus clearly
Our Servicemen and Women
builds on this passage from Leviticus. “Be perfect, Second Lt. Jerry Browne, U.S. Army
SSgt. James Calfa, U.S. Army
just as your heavenly Father is perfect” (5:48). To
Pvt. Eduardo Antonio Alas Castillo, U.S. Army
“be perfect” is the same as to “be holy.” Such
SrA Britney Ciccarelli, U.S. Air Force
holiness would mean that the individual is undivided
SSgt. Dylan Ciccarelli, U.S. Air Force
in their interior and exterior lives. Jesus offers three
MSgt. Mitchell Ciccarelli, U.S. Air Force
succinct scenarios of humiliation that reflect MST3 William DeGaray, U.S.C.G.
Mediterranean culture: being struck on the right MIDN Brian Z. DiSalvo, U. S. Navy
cheek by a backhanded slap is an insult; being sued Sgt. Victor B. Famighette, U. S. Army
in court where one is humiliated by losing property Major Thomas Frey, U.S.M.C.
or dignity; and being forced to carry something by Lt. Brendan Johnston, U.S. Navy
Roman soldiers (see Simon of Cyrene carrying Jesus’ Ensign Michael O’Donohoe, U.S. Navy
cross [Mt 27:32]). Cpl. Brad John Peck, U.S.M.C.
Captain Kiersten Spencer, U.S. Army
All of these cultural situations required action to Sgt. Michael J. Stewart, U.S. Army
defend one’s honor. Instead, Jesus advises a Lt. Col. Kent Walsh, U.S. Army
different approach. Find another way to respond Lt. Frederick Zappala, U.S. Army
that avoids violence. Rise above these insults.
Jesus is abrogating a basic law of the Middle East,
enduring to the present, known as the Law of Talion, Bulletin Reflection
the law of retaliation. “An eye for an eye and a tooth God gives us a choice to do
for a tooth” (Mt 5:38). Jesus invites His followers good or do evil: free will.
to find a third way that rises above humiliation and
avoids retaliating in the same way. Use your Living Stewardship:
imagination to discover how best to overcome the Pillar of Hospitality
insult in ways that rise above it and beyond violence. Jesus calls us to love, not only our friends but also our
enemies. He also tells us to offer no resistance to those
who hurt us. This week, keep that call in mind when some-
one does something wrong to you. For example, you can
pray for that person who cuts you off when driving or hold
your tongue when someone is rude to you at work.
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Devotions Mass Intentions
Monday, February 20 Tuesday, February 21
All parishioners are invited to: Maureen O’Connor George Pepino
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Wednesday, February 22 Thursday, February 23
Ash Wednesday Charles Wilson Parrier
Thursdays following
9:30 a.m. daily Mass. Saturday and Sunday, February 25 and 26
Noreen Brodigan; Arlene Frances Coleman; Donald Fisher
BENEDICTION Eileen Galasso; James and Greta Humphreys
First Thursday of the month Francis Indimine; Nora Quigley-Kennedy; Frank Palmieri
at the conclusion of George Reuter; Margaret Reyes; Diana O’Keefe-Stanis
Eucharistic Adoration. Thomas Walsh and the parishioners of St. Elizabeth
RECITATION OF THE ROSARY Weekly Readings
Mondays at 7 p.m.in Church Monday, February 20
led by Deacon Paul Vastola Reading 1: Sirach 1:1-10
Tuesdays at 8:45 a.m. in Church Gospel: Mark 9:14-29
Rosary for Life Tuesday, February 21
led by Mary LaMagna. Reading 1: Sirach 2:1-11
Gospel: Mark 9:30-37
Wednesdays at 9 a.m. in the Chapel
led by Molly Pepino. Wednesday, February 22 (Ash Wednesday)
Reading 1: Joel 2:12-18
OUR LADY OF THE Reading 2: 2 Corinthians 5:20--6:2
MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA Gospel: Matthew 6:1-6,16-18
Mondays, immediately following 9:30 a.m. Thursday, February 23
daily Mass, led by Mike and Paula Conner. Reading 1: Deuteronomy 30:15-20
Gospel: Luke 9:22-25
FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTION Friday, February 24
The first Saturday of every month, Reading 1: Isaiah 58:1-9a
from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. includes Gospel: Matthew 9:14-15
Confession, Rosary, Short Reflection
and Mass at 9 a.m., all of which is to fulfill Saturday, February 25
Reading 1: Isaiah 58:9b-14
the First Saturday Devotion requirement.
Gospel: Luke 5:27-32
Devotion from Our Lady of Fatima for Sunday, February 26 (First Sunday of Lent)
reparations to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Reading 1: Genesis 2:7-9, 3:1-7
Reading 2: Romans 5:12-19 or 5:12, 17-19
and the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
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Outreach
Ministry
Outreach is always Outreach aims to aid people in accessing the
grateful for your resources that will assist them in meeting their
generosity! basic needs.
Ongoing Our Outreach Pantry is currently open
Needs by appointment only
URGENT Phone: 631 . 271 . 4455 x309
or email outreach@stelizabeth.org
NEEDS Outreach provides assistance with food,
information and referral to other agencies to
Pasta meet various family needs and other emergency
assistance.
Macaroni and cheese
Chef Boy-ar-dee cans
Canned coffee
Apple juice
Mayonnaise
Bread
Baby cereal
Size 2 diapers
Canned fruit
SPECIAL NOTE: Nonperishable foods may be left in
the Gathering Lobby. Perishable food donations
such as produce, meat, eggs, and dairy are always
appreciated, but they must be brought to the
Parish Center during regular business hours. We
are not currently able to take donations of toys,
clothing or medical equipment. Thank you!
St. E Melville-13Stewardship Corner
Welcome New Parishioners!
Are you a new parishioner? Welcome! We’re so happy to welcome you
to our parish family! If you have not already registered with the parish,
please click on the “Join Our Parish” link on the right-hand side of our
Stewardship Committee website, www.stelizabeth.org, for more information.
Father Irinel Racos
Pastor
The Stewardship Committee is available to speak with you and answer any questions
you may have. Once you have completed your registration, we will be calling you to
Alicia Pisco
Chairperson
introduce ourselves and welcome you to the parish. Feel free to reach out to us anytime
at center@stelizabeth.org.
Deacon Paul Vastola
SPOTLIGHT ON OUR
Pastoral Team Liaison
Committee Members
John Ferrante
Harry Perepeluk
Joseph Jordan
OUTREACH MINISTRY
Marguerite Melone Our Outreach is the ministry of looking beyond yourself to the people
Joseph Monestere around you and sharing the love of Christ as we serve and connect with the
Julius Taku community. Outreach projects allow us to serve the community; together we can
Michelle Turner
“give generously” and show mercy to those at “our gates” who, like Lazarus, have
absolutely nothing. (Luke 16:20). Scripture is full of outreach examples: the crowd being fed by five loaves and two fish
(Matthew 14); at Capernaum, where four men opened a roof to lower their paralytic friend to Jesus.
Our Outreach is a multi-faceted ministry, offering support and service to those in need. Every guest that comes to us is
helped with all their needs: food, everyday essentials, clothing, furniture, job search, housing, homelessness, education,
social services, child care, ESL class and financial difficulties. We serve all in need, from the very youngest with diapers,
formula, and baby essentials to seniors with telephone reassurance, food delivery and medical transportation and everyone
in-between.
Thank you to our generous parish family for their weekly support of our pantry and our annual events: Mother’s and
Father’s Day, Backpacks for Success, Operation Christmas Child, Thanksgiving Bags of Blessings and our Christmas
ministries.
If you are looking for volunteer opportunities, please prayerfully consider one or more of the following ministries:
Bereavement, Ministry of Consolation, Eucharistic Minister to the Homebound and those in nursing homes.
Check our website for more information on these volunteer opportunities:
https://stelizabeth.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/107/2022/11/Ministry-Contact-List-with-descriptions.pdf
God of mercy and peace,
You created us in your image, to be a source of healing, hope and mercy for your people.
You love us all unconditionally and invite us to love each of our neighbors as ourselves.
With confidence in your providence, we entrust to your transformative love
the tensions, challenges and sufferings that plague our world.
Ground us in deep faith that you remain with us and lead us to become your
instruments of love and mercy for those who come seeking your compassion. Amen
St. E Melville-14Stewardship Treasure
January 2023: $89,231
January 2022: $90,301
Decrease of 1%
Attendance
January 2023: 5,212
January 2022: 3,350
Increase of 56%
St. E Melville-15Around the Diocese
ROSARY FOR LIFE
The Diocesan Office of Human Life, Family and
Bioethics invites you to pray the Rosary for Life
(via Zoom) every Friday at 3 pm. To enter, use this
link: www.drvclife.org and click on the red banner at
the top of the page or email Donna Crean at
dcrean@drvc.org
SISTERS OF ST. DOMINIC IRISH NIGHT
Their annual Irish Night will be held on Saturday,
March 4 at Saint Brigid’s Church in Westbury
(in person). Chance books are available at $10 each
(12 chances per booklet); tickets can be purchased
online and are $45 per person or $100 for 2 tickets
and 1 raffle book. Call 631-842-6000 x246 or visit
www.sistersofstdominic.org/irishnight2023
for more information.
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