Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Church March 27th, 2016 PASTORAL CARE FOR THE HOMEBOUND: If you are sick, homebound, or in the hospital and would like to receive Holy Communion or would like a pastoral visit, please contact Deacon John McCormack by leaving a detailed message at 914-456-6329 or calling the Parish Office at 227-1710. If you prefer, you may email Deacon John at jmac1255@gmail.com.

PRAYER NETWORK: The Prayer Network is a way to have prayers requested. Your intentions may be given to Nancy Vaughn at 226-4053 to be prayed for by our “vine” of caring people.

MUSIC MINISTRY: The Youth Choir practices on Wednes-days from 6 to 7:00 pm; Adult Choir practices are Wednes-days from 7:30 to 9:30 pm; Contemporary Ensemble practic-es are Thursdays from 7 to 9:30 pm. All practices are in the church. For more information, please contact our Music Di-rector, Nina Ricci, at nina.ricci@saintkaterimusic.org.

PARENT/CHILD CONNECTION: The Parent-Child Connection provides a safe playgroup for young children and an oppor-tunity for adults to share their understanding of early child-hood issues in an environment that promotes Catholic val-ues. Please visit our parish website to see a complete sched-ule.

T.L.C. TRI-PARISH TEEN GROUP: The teen group is a pro-gram for all the high school students in the parishes of St. Denis, St. Columba and Saint Kateri. The program includes fun activities such as outings and trips, service activities for the parish and greater community, and opportunities to learn more about your faith.

PARISH MEMBERSHIP: New parishioners are always wel-come. New Parishioner Forms are available in the church narthex, at the Parish Office, or online. If you are a regular contributor, please consider becoming a member to ensure receipt of a tax statement at each year-end.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY: The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is the world’s most distinguished “Friends of the Poor”. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers assistance to those in need. Hotline for those in need: 227-7863.

OUR LADY OF LIFE MINISTRY: We meet monthly for prayer and support of local life needs. Hotline for those in need: Sisters of Life Mission: 212-737-0221 Birth Right: 1-800-550-4900 Good Counsel: 1-800-723-8331

Prayer to Saint Kateri Tekakwitha St. Kateri Tekakwitha, favored child and Lily of the Mohawks, I come to seek your

intercession in my present need: (mention it). I admire the virtues which adorned your

soul: love of God and neighbor, humility, obedience, patience, purity and the spirit of

sacrifice. Help me to imitate your example in my state of life. Through the goodness

and mercy of God, Who has blessed you with so many graces which led you to the true

faith and to a high degree of holiness, pray to God for me and help me.

Obtain for me a very fervent devotion to the Holy Eucharist so that I may love Holy

Mass as you did and receive Holy Communion as often as I can. Teach me also to be

devoted to my crucified Savior as you were, that I may cheerfully bear my daily crosses

for love of Him Who suffered so much for love of me. Most of all, I beg you to pray

for me that I may avoid sin, lead a holy life and save my soul. Amen.

DIRECTORY OF ACTIVITIES Adopt-A-Night (feeding homeless) ........... lacolla@optimum.net - Vivian LaColla Adult Faith Form/Bible Study ................... 223-3658 -------------------- Julie Borges Altar Linens ............................................... 227-2807 ------------- Geraldine Natale Altar Rosary Society .................................. 454-1840 ------------------ Betty Perrino Altar Servers ............................................. 227-1710 ----------------------------------- Baking ....................................................... 221-2741 ---------------- Lorraine Travia Baptismal Program ................................... 226-8987 -------------------- Deacon Bob Bereavement Group ................................. 221-2741 ---------------- Lorraine Travia bktbereavement@optonline.net Blood Drives ............................................. 590-1601 ------------------ Dusty Maiolo Chapel/Church Cleaners ........................... 223-5650 ------------------ Mary Covucci Church Decorators.................................... 227-1529 ------------------ Cathy Varano Cursillo...................................................... 226-5207 ------------------ Tony Martino Discover Christ.......................................... 223-3658 -------------------- Julie Borges Ecumenical Group .................................... 223-3658 ------------------- Dave Borges Eucharistic Adoration ............................... 223-3658 ------------------- Dave Borges Eucharistic Ministers ................................ 914-456-6329 - Dcn John McCormack Faith Formation/Family Catechesis…….… 227-1710 x3 ------------------ Heidi Reale Fund Raising ………………………………………….677-6496-----------------Anthony Cirone Gardening/Landscaping ............................ 223-5999————-Dennis Rosenfeld Hospital/Homebound Visits...................... 914-456-6329 ------------- Deacon John Hospitality ................................................ 677-6496 ----------------- Andrea Cirone Kateri Can Cook………………………………………223-5951 ---------------- Ellen Newhard Knights of Columbus ................................. 914-760-1744 -------- Keith McCartney kmhudson3@gmail.com Lectors ...................................................... 223-8410 --------- Deacon John Barone Leisure Club …………………………………….mlbiasotti2000@aol.com---Mary Biasotti Liturgical Minister Schedule ..................... 227-1710 ------------------ Denise Casey Joyful Noise………. …………………………………..227-1710 -------------------- Heidi Reale Junior High Club........................................ 227-8382---------Larry Ryan/ St. Denis Marriage Encounter ................................. 223-5661 --------------- Anne Anderson Men’s Group............................................. 223-3658 ------------------- Dave Borges Music Ministry/Youth Choir………..nina.ricci@saintkaterimusic.org ---- Nina Ricci Pancake Breakfast ................................... 223-5951 --- Robert & Ellen Newhard Parent-Child Connection ………………………..221-2873--------------------Kira Gorman kirazgorman@yahoo.com Parish Activities ……………………………………..221-0076 ------------- Ed & Laura Leahy Parish Council………………………………………...221-1614 ------------ Robert Herberger Prayer Shawl Ministry ............................... 223-5001 ----------------- Vivian LaColla Prayer Network ........................................ 226-4053 ----------------- Nancy Vaughn R.C.I.A./R.C.I.T. ......................................... 227-1710 --------------- Msgr. Desmond saintkateriparish.com/rcia Respect Life……sktforlife@optonline.net------Annemarie R./Cathy D./Andrew H Spirit Wind Prayer Group……………………… 440-3519 -------------------- Pat Mackey Spiritual Life .............................................. 227-1710 --------------- Msgr. Desmond St. Vincent de Paul.................................... 227-7863 ----------------- Joyce Pfirman Support for Military Families .................... 635-3623 --------- John & Ruth Recchia TLC Teen Group...914-708-7331...dpbell@optonline.net ---- Dave and Kathy Bell Teen Music Ministry………………………..nina.ricci@saintkaterimusic.org-Nina Ricci Ushers/Greeters ....................................... 677-6496 --------------- Anthony Cirone Vacation Bible School ............................... 226-8987 -------------------- Judy Horton Widows & Widowers Club ....................... 223-3097 ----------------------- -Joan Lee

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK Monday ---------- March 28 9:00 am For All Parishioners Tuesday ---------- March 29 9:00 am Michael Condon By Beverly Austin Wednesday ----- March 30 9:00 am Anthony Pané Thursday --------- March 31 9:00 am Michael Condon By Jim & Diane Beyer Friday ------------- April 1 9:00 am Michael Condon By Richard & Joan Crowe Saturday --------- April 2 9:00 am Alfred Vitale By his loving family 5:00 pm Anthony & Andrea Cirone (L) By Frank & Sue DeGilis Sunday ----------- April 3 9:00 am Carl Schleicher By his mom, dad & brothers 10:30 am John & Nancy Supple By Ellen Newhard 12:15 pm Natalie R. Garcia By the Borges & Rivera Families 5:30 pm Robert J. Amberson By William Hennon Jr.

PARISH INCOME REPORT Last week's In-Pew collection: $11,341.00 Last year's in-Pew collection: $9,833.00

PARISH ACTIVITIES Monday ------------------- March 28 7:30 pm Confession Chapel 7:30 pm Adoration Chapel Tuesday ------------------- March 29 10:00 am Parent Child Connection Faith Formation Building: St. Therese 7:00 pm HVC BSA Dutchess District Faith Formation Building: St. Patrick 7:00 pm Spirit Wind Prayer Group Chapel Wednesday -------------- March 30 After the 9am Mass Confessions Chapel Saturday ------------------ April 2 4:00 pm Confessions Chapel Sunday -------------------- April 3 After the 9am & Pancake Breakfast 10:30am Masses Church Meeting Room

SUNDAY APRIL 3, 2016 LITURGICAL MINISTERS SCHEDULE

Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Church Easter Sunday

Mass Lector Eucharistic Ministers Altar Servers

Sat. 5:00 pm - Fr. Michael Anthony Cirone Beverly Austin, Rosealice D'Avanzo, Connie Liccione, Geraldine Natale, James Werber

Kendall Feighan, Olivia Gomez, Declan Wood

9:00 am - Fr. Michael Carl Garofolo Jr. Ray Cavallo, Greg Wiley, Kurtis Kotes,

Diane Maddock, Debbie Outman Evan Jackob, Timothy Jackob, Adam Wiley

10:30 am - Fr. Michael Joseph Mackey Kathleen Jastrzembski, Patricia Mackey, Peter Reale, Rita Rogers, Diana Schopen

Julia Jastrzembski, Angela McDevitt, Bobby McDevitt

12:15 pm - Fr. Michael Dianne Chambers Lisa Engelke, Rosann Schillaci,

Marie Sanchez Miranda Mattia, Sarah Sokol, Peter Tomasic

5:30 pm - Fr. Michael Peter Bodnar III Judy Horton, Andrea Loussedes, Ann

Mulvey, Shirley Sullivan, Judy VanDeVen Peter Bodnar IV, Jillian Coniglio, Nadia Zerafa

Marriage Banns II Alexandra Bueti & Anthony Belmonte

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, beginning at 3 pm, is this Friday, April 1st.

Please pray for our parishioners serving in the military: Jamie Babon, Michael Baibagallo, Daniel

Barone, Matthew Donnellan, Timothy Douglass, Thomas Finn, Brandon Gonzalez, Matthew Howard, Kenneth Jablecki,

Zachery Kirchner, Joseph D. Nani, Vincent Nichtern, James Tindall, Matthew Walsh

THE POWER OF PRAYER If you would like to have your name, or know someone who has given permission to have their name, added to the prayer list, call Nancy Vaughn at 226-4053.

Please pray for those who are ill: Julie Borges, Denee DeVizio, Beverly Diamond, Anna

Florence, Robert Florence, William Grafer, Jeffrey Hynard, Dariana Jamison, Frank Lavrigata, Kate Madigan, Kara

McKenna, Delfino Placici, Raymond Tragale

TLC + TEENS LOVING CHRIST + TLC All high school students are encouraged to be involved in +TLC+ events. They are as follows: Sunday, April 3rd - Pancake Breakfast Sunday, April 10th - General Meeting April 21st- 24th - Girls DDA Weekend Sunday, April 24th - General Meeting The tri-parish Youth Group meets after the 5:30 pm Mass at St. Kateri from 6:30 - 8 pm in the Church Meeting Room. All high school teens are welcome. For +TLC+ news and forms, visit saintkateriparish.com/tlc-teen-group.

RCIA This week is the RCIA dinner, Thursday March 31st. Visit saintkateriparish.com/rcia.

ST. KATERI PARENT-CHILD CONNECTION This week: Easter celebration. Contact Kira Gorman at kirazgorman@yahoo.com.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST +TLC+ is hosting a pancake breakfast next Sunday, April 3th after the 9 & 10:30 am Masses. teens are invited to help.

ST. KATERI LEISURE CLUB All are invited to participate in the following activities: On Monday, April 11th, we will feature the movie, Full of Grace, a highly recommended film about the Blessed Moth-er and her life after the Resurrection of Jesus. We'll begin at 9:45am in the Church Meeting Room and have refreshments. On Thursday, April 21st, we'll discuss The Confessions of St. Augustine at our Catholic Classics Book of the Month Club, 9:45am in the Church Meeting Room! A heavy-duty "assignment," but well worth the effort!

Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Church Easter Sunday

FAITH FORMATION NEWS Easter Break

No classes March 21st - March 31st, for Holy Week and Easter Week. Classes will resume on Monday, April 4th.

We pray all of our Families have a Joyful Easter Season!

8th Grade Students IMPORTANT REMINDER: Christian Service Project (Service Hours) Forms are due on April 14th!

Re-Registration Re-registration for current families, for the 2016-2017 school year, is now in progress. Letters regarding the regis-tration process are posted on our website. Please register as soon as possible; registration for “new families” will take place on April 11th.

Rice Bowls We will collect Rice Bowls the week of April 4th, when we return from Easter Break.

Office Hours The office will be closed for Easter Week; we will reopen on Monday, April 4th.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL FOOD PANTRY NEWS There is no food item request...only a "Thank You" to those who've helped SVDP. If you need assistance, would like to volunteer, or become a member, call 227-7863. The next meeting is Wednesday, April 13th at 7 pm in Classroom 15 of the St. Denis-St. Columba School. Visit svdpfoodpantry.org

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL FOOD PANTRY COLLECTION In an average month, the SVDP Food Pantry provides food to 92 families from our area, which includes 93 children, 160 adults and 30 elderly. We also offer food baskets to approxi-mately 150 families at Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. We serve parishioners and any families in need within the geographic boundaries of St. Kateri, St. Denis and St. Colum-ba. Our work is made possible through the charitable contri-butions of our parishioners, and your donations are 100% used within our community. Please be as generous as possi-ble for the second collection April 3/4 to support the families served by our food pantry. Thank you.

APRIL HEALING MASS A healing Mass, with a free flow of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, will be held Tuesday, April 5th at St. Kateri. Guest cele-brant will be Monsignor Joseph Martin, formerly of St. Mary's Fishkill and the Parish Mission Team, currently at St. James The Apostle in Carmel. Praise and Worship begins at 7 pm, Mass at 7:30. Individual prayers for healing will follow Mass. All are welcome for this very special experience. Weather cancellation will be on WHUD Storm Center. For details, call

Pat or Joe at 845-440-3519. Join us for a resurrection cele-

bration in this special week.

DIAPER DRIVE Please support Girl Scout troop 10080 Diaper Drive, bene-fiting the Poughkeepsie Children's Home. Donations will be accepted March 27-April 17. The donation box will be in the narthex. Your support is appreciated.

2016 CARDINAL'S APPEAL Our Parish goal is $118,000. At present, we have reached $75,335 with 160 families participating. Thank you to all who have already contributed. We ask parishioners to make a donation to this year's Cardinal's Appeal. Envelopes are in the Narthex.

April 9th - The Five Love Languages

Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Church Easter Sunday

Please Join Us at 9 am Daily Mass

MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT We meet the second Saturday of every month in the meeting room. Come join us for fun, food and fellowship with other married couples, Saturday’s 7-9pm in the Meeting Room. May 14th - Communication in June 11th June 11th - Conflict in Marriage July 9th - Off August 13th - Fruitfulness in Marriage September 10th - Date Night/Activity to be determined October 8th - Forgiveness and Healing November 12th - Movie Night December 10th - Priorities in Marriage Please contact Marcella and Kevin Gaughan with any questions at 845-453-8887, kmgautla@sbcglobal.net or on facebook.com/StKateriMarriageEnrichment

2015 STATEMENT If you would like to receive your 2015 envelope giving history for tax purposes, please call the St. Kateri Parish Office at 227-1710, option 2. Thank you.

Save the Date: May 21, 2016

2nd Annual Saint Kateri Parish Golf &

Family Foot-Golf Outing and Community Dinner

Where: Beekman Golf Course, Beekman Road Hopewell Jct., NY

Time: 11 am – Registration, Putting Contests 12:30 pm - Shotgun start

Closest-to-Pin, Driving & Putting Contests, Lots of Prizes

Golf Format: 4-Player Scramble Afternoon Family Fun Event begins at 4:00 PM:

Foot-Golf for all ages - contests, prizes Dinner at 6:00 PM

ST. KATERI BIBLE STUDY The St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish Bible Study meets 7-9 pm, in the Faith Formation Building. We are celebrating the Year of Mercy by studying scripture and its impact on Pope Fran-cis' writings relative to the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy. The next class is April 7th. All are welcome. For info, call Julie 223-3658.

PRAYER SHAWL MINI RETREAT Please join the Prayer Shawl Ministry for a mini retreat on Saturday, 4/23 from 10 am - 12 Noon in the Church Meeting Room. The topic is THE DASH. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome to attend. Registration is through the Parish Office at (845) 227-1710 x 2.

FIRST SATURDAY CLUB FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES The First Saturday Club will be held on Saturday, April 2nd at St. Mary's Church, 231 Church St., Poughkeepsie. The Rosary will be said at 10 am, followed by Mass at 10:30 am. A lunch-eon, prepared by the host parish will follow after Mass. For information, call JoAnn at 462-3186 or Elizabeth at 454-2340.

“A TOUCH OF POLAND” Come join us on Saturday, April 16th, following the 5 pm Mass. The menu includes:

Cucumber and Sour Cream Salad

Goƚąbki – Stuffed Cabbage

Potato Cheese Pierogi

Kielbasi and Kapusta (Sauerkraut)

Naleśniki – Applesauce filled crepes

Kids’ menu: Hot Dogs and Macaroni & Cheese

Chruściki and Polish pastries

Hot and cold beverages Admisson is $10 for adults, $6 for children 5-12 and chil-dren under 5 are free!! We hope to see you there.

ATTENTION!!! If anyone is interested in helping with the upcoming In-ternational Polish Dinner, which will be held on April 16th

after 5 pm Mass, please contact Lorraine Travia at 221-2741 or lormt@comcast.net, or the Parish Office at 227-1710 or saintkateri@optonline.net.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUPS Bereavement Support Groups will begin Thursday, April 14th, in St. Kateri Tekakwitha Church Meeting Room. Two groups are available, 1-3pm and 7-9 pm, for eight sessions. If you or someone you know might be interested in joining the “Journey”, contact Lorraine Travia at 845-221-2741 or bktbe-reavement@optonline.net to register for one of the groups.

RELICS OF ST. FAUSTINA VISIT DUTCHESS COUNTY The Vocation Office of the Archdiocese is holding a Divine Mercy Mission with First Class Relics of St. Faustina. The Rel-ics will visit Dutchess County at St. Columba Church, Hopewell Junction on Sunday, April 10th. All are welcome! Here is the schedule:

2:45 pm - Arrival of Relics 3:00 pm - Divine Mercy Chaplet 4:00 pm - Confessions & Veneration 6:00 pm - Rosary 7:00 pm - Mass celebrated by Bishop Peter Byrne. (Note - if you use your church envelope, it will be re-turned to your parish)

Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Church Easter Sunday

CATHOLIC COUNSELOR AVAILABLE Roger Szafranski LMSW, is an experienced clinical social worker who has worked with children, adolescents, adults and families in both clinical and school settings to address an array of emotional, psychological and behavioral issues. Roger is offering his services, free of charge and in com-plete confidence, to help you through whatever challenges you may currently be facing. Contact Roger at 845-416-8993 or roger57@frontiernet.net.

LIGHT HOUSE CATHOLIC MEDIA CD’S CD's are now available to order in the comfort of your

own home. If you want a certain CD, now you don't have to wait. Visit saintkateriparish.com to set up an account to re-ceive CD’s and MP3’s. Call Dusty Maiolo at 845-590-1601.

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK Concerning Annulments

As of December 8th 2015, there are no cost to the individu-al requesting an annulment. The Archdiocese will absorb the total fees involved. The process will be simplified, but the Cardinal notes that the 45 days to get an annulment that the press reported is misleading, as it only refers to one stage of the process. In fact he points out, that time frame might not be greatly different from the current process in New York.

UPCOMING CURSILLO RETREATS Call Ginger Fisher, 297-4711, for info on the Men's Re-treat, April 7-10th and the Women's Retreat, May 12-15th.

FULL TIME PROGRAM COORDINATOR/CASE MANAGER FOR THE KINSHIP CIRCLES PROGRAM NEEDED

Coordinator is responsible for maintaining and facilitating monthly support groups for rural immigrant women in the Northeast communities of Dutchess County. The full job de-scription is available at catholiccharities-dutchesscounty.org

OUR LADY OF LOURDES ATHLETICS CAMP The camp will operate June 27-July 1 and July 5-July 8. Cost: $175/week for Session 1 and $145/week for Session 2. For information, contact: petruzzellim@ ollchs.org or (845) 728-2675. Flyer and registration forms can be found on the ollchs.org under Athletics.

"IN HOUSE" ST. DENIS-ST. COLUMBA SCHOOL St. Denis-St. Columba School will offer “in house” tours of the school while in session April 4th, 9 am-11 am. For infor-mation, call 845-227-7777 or visit stcolumba.net.

VOLUNTEER PHOTOGRAPHER REQUEST Catholic Charities Community Services of Dutchess County is seeking talented individuals. For information, contact Kim Whelly at kim.whelly@archny.org or 452-1400.

OUR LADY OF LOURDES HIGH SCHOOL, POUGHKEEPSIE CLASS OF 1966 REUNION COMMITTEE

Our 50th Reunion Celebration will be held the 4th weekend of September, 2016. Please pass this information to class members or forward any contact information to Joe Contursi, 845-242-4821 or e-mailpokpacers@optonline.net.

TASTES OF HEAVEN Join us for an evening to "taste" samples from some of our areas premier food and wine establishments, Wednes-day, April 13th, 6:30-8:30 pm at St. Denis Parish Center. For information, contact Laura Esposito at 227-3949 or stdenis-re@stdenischurch.org.

GOLDEN WEDDING JUBILEE MASS Couples celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary any-time during 2016 are invited to attend the Annual Golden Wedding Jubilee Mass with Cardinal Dolan at the Cathedral of St. Patrick, Saturday, June 25th at 1:30 pm or Sunday, June 26th at 2 pm. Pre-registration is required. Contact your parish for registration. The closing date to register for the Mass is Tuesday, May 24th. This event is sponsored by the Family Life t Respect Life Office of the Archdiocese of New York.

CELEBRATIONS FOR SILVER AND GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY COUPLES AT ST. KATERI

Couples celebrating their 25th or 50th

wedding anniver-saries during 2016 are invited to share a special Mass with us in their honor here in our parish on Sunday, June 12th, at 10:30 am. Their families and friends are welcome to come. Call the Parish Office with your name and phone number. We look forward to celebrating your anniversary.

A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON THE SUNDAY READINGS HIS WORD TODAY by Rev. William J. Reilly Easter Sunday of the Passion of the Lord March 27, 2016 “They found the stone rolled back from the tomb; but when they entered the tomb they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. While they were still at a loss what to think of this, two men in dazzling garments appeared beside them. Terrified, the women bowed to the ground. The men said to them: ‘Why do you search for the living among the dead. He is not here, he has been raised up…’ On their re-turn from the tomb, they told all these things to the Eleven and the others.” It is our faith in the Risen Lord which gathers us today. The greatest miracle of Jesus summons us to say ‘I believe.’ Oth-ers might ask of us ‘why do you search for Jesus today?’ ‘Do you really believe He is alive?’ It is our Easter faith, which prompts us to be filled with joy and happiness. It is our faith in Christ among us, which strengthens and supports us. Our search today is to discover the living Christ among us. Pope Francis has told us ‘Jesus Christ is the face of the Father’s mercy… Mercy has become living and visible in Jesus of Nazareth.’ Not unlike the women, we are believers and bring the good news of the Risen Christ to others. It is this Easter faith which brings healing and hope. It is this faith which gives meaning to our lives. We proclaim the great Easter cry ‘Alleluia.’