St. Patrick R.C. Church 280 East Main Street, Smithtown, New York 11787

“Christ with us. Christ before us. Christ behind us.” June 14, 2020 - Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ

St. Patrick Church 280 East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787

631-265-2271, rectory@stpatricksmithtown.org www.stpatricksmithtown.org

Mass Times Weekdays: 6:45 A.M., 9:00 A.M., 12:10 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM, 5 and 8 PM Novena Mass (Miraculous Medal): Monday, 7:30 PM Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 AM, 12 Noon, 5 PM

Marriage Couples should make arrangements at the Rectory

at least six months before the desired wedding date. Baptisms

Sundays at 1:30 P.M. For information, go to www.stpatricksmithtown.org > Sacraments > Baptism

Reconciliation Saturday: from 3:45 to 4:45 PM Sunday: from 8:15 to 8:45 AM

Monday: 6:45 to 7:15 P.M. before the Novena Mass Anytime by appointment in the Rectory

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Thursdays for one hour following 12:10 PM Mass

First Fridays after 12:10 Mass until 2:30 PM Benediction*

Nocturnal Adoration, third Saturday of the month from 9 PM to 7 AM Sunday

First Wednesday of the month from 7:30 to 9:00 PM in “A Quiet Place” Chapel located in the Parish Center

Pro-Life Holy Hour, third Tuesday of the month, 7:30 PM (*Watch bulletin for possible changes in concluding time)

Public Masses Resume! It is the good news we have all been waiting for. On Wednesday, June 10th, New York entered Phase 2 of reopening after the shutdowns caused by the coronavirus. Phase 2 will allow us to gather for Masses with the church at 25 percent of capacity, following social distancing protocols. PLEASE WEAR A FACE MASK when you come to Mass and follow the directives given in regard to seating.

Pictured are: (1-2) The Friday, June 5th Virtual XLT Holy Hour with Fr. Sean Magaldi, our former associate pastor now vocations director for the diocese, presiding, and (3) a Rosary Walk through Smithtown. Participants prayed for our community and for peaceful protests as our country deals with racial strife.

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From the Pastor’s Desk

Not only is the coronavirus a serious health crisis, it has brought about economic hardship as well. Please know that our Parish Outreach office is open from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday, should you be in need of food or other services. For the safety of all concerned, we will be serving people outside the rectory. Please call our office ahead of your visit at 631-265-2668 and speak through our intercom system at the side door of the rectory. Food items will be brought out to your car. If you are in the position to donate food, please bring donations to the Parish Outreach office between 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM. Please use our intercom system and we will pick up donations at the side door. During the summer months, food pantry donations typically decline. Please keep us in mind during the summer. Contributions of fresh produce from your gardens are also welcome.

Thank you for your generosity during these difficult times.

We are Here to Help!

One of the challenging parts of sailing is making sure the sails are trimmed properly. Too much sail in a storm or strong wind can cause the boat to heel over too much and be almost impossible to steer. Reefing the sails means reducing the area of sail that is up. Less sail in a strong wind will keep the boat at the proper heel and move the boat well through the waves. Today we once again have the privilege and joy of coming into our home port for safety and the provisions we need to continue to weather the storms caused by the coronavirus and the protests. Our home port is the haven of our parish church where once again we can be refreshed, energized, and nourished by the Eucharistic presence of Jesus at Mass. For three months we have been forced to stay away from gathering publicly as the family of St. Patrick’s to be fed by Jesus at Mass. How good it is to come to the refuge and strength that only our faith brings us at our family meal. As we read in Psalm 46:2: God is our refuge and our strength, an ever-present help in distress.” There is only one source of life-giving peace and security in our lives, and that is the gift of God’s life and love in Jesus. He weathered the storms of rejection, injustice, mockery, and abandonment with faith, hope, and love. Jesus could not be defeated, deterred, or defamed. Even before His Resurrection He had risen above all that is evil and now shares His Risen life with us. We are challenged to rise above fear, disappointment, anger, sarcasm, and doubt. Today is the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ. He is the food, love, and strength we truly need to not only weather the storms of life, but to live peacefully and hopefully every day. In today’s Gospel Jesus proclaims: “I am the living bread that came down from heaven; whoever eats this bread will live forever; and the bread that I will give is my flesh for the life of the world." (John 6:51) How blessed we are to have Him come into our very bodies, into the very being of who we are. There is

no greater nourishment and no greater love. Every day I am blessed to receive Jesus in the Eucharist and to spend time in His presence in the Blessed Sacrament. My prayer is always: “You are so good to me!” Today is truly special because we can come together to experience the presence of Jesus. Eucharist is a Greek word that means thanksgiving. How good it is to give thanks to God and to receive the love only He can give us. Truly this is a Eucharistic Day, the Thanksgiving Day of days. I offer the concluding prayers from the ritual of Benediction for your reflection and prayer:

THE DIVINE PRAISES

Blessed be God. Blessed be His Holy Name.

Blessed be Jesus Christ, true God and true man. Blessed be the name of Jesus.

Blessed be His Most Sacred Heart. Blessed be His Most Precious Blood.

Blessed be Jesus in the Most Holy Sacrament of the altar.

Blessed be the Holy Spirit, the Paraclete. Blessed be the great Mother of God, Mary most holy.

Blessed be her holy and Immaculate Conception. Blessed be her glorious Assumption.

Blessed be the name of Mary, Virgin, and Mother. Blessed be Saint Joseph, her most chaste spouse.

Blessed be God in His angels and in His saints

Masses for the Week Saturday, June 13th: 5:00 PM The Carroll Family 8:00 PM Don Hesselbirg

Sunday, June 14th: 7:30 AM John C. Walshe 9:00 AM Anthony Germano 10:30 AM George Flick 12:00 PM Nocturnal Adoration Society 5:00 PM People of the Parish

Monday, June 15th: 6:45 AM John M. Wilson 9:00 AM Linda Forte 12:10 PM Antonio Cuaycong 7:30 PM Catholic Daughters

Tuesday, June 16th: 6:45 AM Henry T. O’Reilly 9:00 AM Maureen Newman 12:10 PM Charles Martins

Wednesday, June 17th: 6:45 AM Fr. Joseph Gancila 9:00 AM Bernadette Tracy 12:10 PM Charles Martins

Thursday, June 18th:

6:45 AM Vivian Dagnone 9:00 AM Joe Rametta 12:10 PM Michael Crowley

Friday, June 19th: 6:45 AM Frank Kinkela 9:00 AM Henry R. Polla 12:10 PM Frank Keenan

Saturday, June 20th: 9:00 AM *Multiple Intentions 5:00 PM Msgr. Walden 8:00 PM Mary A. See

Sunday, June 21st: 7:30 AM People of the Parish 9:00 AM John C. Walshe 10:30 AM Thomas P. Smith 12:00 PM Edward Vilbig 5:00 PM Father’s Day Novena

Our Pastoral Team Rev. Msgr. Ellsworth R. Walden, Pastor Rev. Thomas Acheampong, Associate Pastor

Rev. Abraham Thannickal, Associate Pastor Rev. Fred Hill, In Residence

Deacon Jerry Reda Mr. Joseph Menge, Business Manager

Mrs. Barbara Pellerito, School Principal Mrs. Elaina Kedjierski, Dir. of Religious Ed., Levels 1-4

Mrs. Peggy Soviero, Dir. of Religious Ed., Levels 5-8 Ms. Dianne Williams, Parish Social Minister

Ms. Cindy Marsh, Youth Administrator Mr. Josh Moore, Youth Minister

Contact Us Rectory - 265-2271

Rectory Fax - 863-1586 Parish Website: stpatricksmithtown.org

Outreach - 265-2668 Religious Forma on - 724-7454

St. Patrick School - 724-0285 School Website - spssmith.org Youth Community - 360-0185

Fr. Walden’s Email - ERWALDEN71@aol.com Parish Email - rectory@stpatricksmithtown.org Office Hours: Rectory 9 AM to 7 PM, Mon. - Fri.

9 AM to 5 PM Sat., 10 AM to 1 PM Sun. Parish Outreach:9:15 AM to 3:00 PM, Mon.—Fri.

Youth Community: 9 AM to 3 PM, Mon. - Fri. Religious Forma on: 9 AM to 3:30 PM, Mon. - Thurs.

St. Patrick’s Pastoral Council Email: pastoral_council@stpatricksmithtown.org Parish Organiza ons

Bereavement Support: Call Outreach at 265-2668 Catholic Daughters: 1st Tues., 7 PM

Choir: Thurs. evening, 8 PM Columbie es: 2nd Sat. 10:30 AM

Jus ce & Peace: Once a month, 7:00 PM Outreach Ctr. Knights of Columbus: 2nd & 4th Tues., 8 PM Legion of Mary: Tues. mornings at 9:30 AM

Nocturnal Adora on Society: 3rd Sat. from 9 PM-7AM Pro Life Family: Last Thursday, 10:30 AM , Parish Center R.C.I.A. (Rite of Chris an Ini a on for Adults); 265-2271 Something for Seniors; 2nd & 4th Wed., 1 PM, 265-0034

*William S. Brooks, Carl Valentino. Fortune Galeuzzi, Sr. Maria Augustine

Treasure Communal Offering Sunday, June 7, 2020: $19,042.37. Offering Corresponding Sunday 2019: $24,888.50. Thank you for your generosity.

The patient and humble endurance of the cross—whatever nature it may be—is the highest work we have to do. - St. Katharine Drexel

Religious Formation

Pro-Life Rose St. Patrick’s Pro-Life Family invites you to dedicate a Pro-Life Rose for any intention by contacting Lisa by email at lisapollicino@yahoo.com or call 656-6343.

Your participation helps bring a greater awareness of the sacredness of all human life, especially the unborn. The cost is $10.

Bread & Wine Memorial

To arrange a memorial for Altar Bread and Wine, please call Diane Sperzel at 265-3307. Donation for the week is $50. Cards will be sent to the family.

The Pro-Life Rose was dedicated this week

in loving memory of Betty LaValle.

The Altar Bread and Wine were donated for the week

in loving memory of Edward J. Sperzel

The Catholic Faith Network is available on Optimum channel 29/137, Verizon FiOS TV channel 296, and Charter Spectrum channel 162/471 throughout the New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut area. You can also watch live on your computer or tablet by going to:

www.catholicfaithnetwork.org

All sacramental celebrations are on hold until we can once again gather for Mass. Please check the Religious Formation website for updates. Go to www.stpatricksmithtown.org and click on “Formation.”

During this time when many of us are at home for much more than usual, you may want take a look at Catholic Faith Network (CFN). Formerly known as Telecare, CFN offers live Masses, talk shows, devotional programs, educational programming, entertainment, and children's programs. It also presents coverage of special events at the Vatican and of papal journeys.

Programming includes shows such as: Catholic Perspectives, hosted by Bishop Emeritus William F. Murphy with Msgr. Jim Vlaun. The show features in depth discussions on current topics. CFN Live features uplifting stories and discussion of the latest issues facing the Church. CFN News offers the latest in Church and social news with guest interviews and compelling discussion. Conversation with Cardinal Dolan with co-host Fr. Dave Dwyer offers discussion of religious issues, current events, and other relevant topics, and featuring a variety of guests. Real Food with Msgr. James Vlaun brings faith into the kitchen, focusing on the spiritual nature of sharing a meal. Also, Daily Mass from St. Patrick’s Cathedral and St. Agnes Cathedral as well as prayer opportunities. All this and much, much more!

St. Patrick Parish Social Ministry

Local Blood Drive Be a First Responder

SUSA Soccer Academy, 905 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown is holding a blood drive on Friday, June 19th from 1:00 to 7:00 PM. Appointments only! Walk-ins will only be allowed if social distancing can be maintained. Donors temperatures will be taken prior to being allowed to start the donation process. Donors must wear face covering. For eligibility questions please call 800-688-0900. Remember to eat, drink and bring your Donor ID or ID with name and photo. To schedule an appointment, call 800-933-2566 or visit nybc.org/donate or use the direct link https://donate.nybc.org/donor/schedules/drive schedule/281444.

At the end of our life we shall be judged by charity. - St. John of the Cross

Please Keep our Parishioners Serving in the Military in Your Prayers

GY SGT Bradley Baran LT Michael R. Beggins, EOD, U.S. Navy

E6 Christopher Bobrowski Pfc Christopher Bonenfant, USMC

PV1 Michael A. Brescia SSgt Sarah L. Brown, USAF

CPT John C. Burk, U.S. Army PVT Douglas Butera

LT Alex Buschor, USN SGT John P. Byrne Cpl. Claude Castille

1st Lt. Matthew James Correa USAF Sgt Eric J. Coyne, Air Force

Lt. James D’Aprile, U.S. Army LCpl. Richard Dekanchuk, USMC

PVT Patrick Fagan LTC Andrew Fetherston LTC Kristin Fetherston LT John Joseph Foley

MM1 Stephen P. Foster SGT James Fowler CPT David Geller

Lt. Salvatore DiGiacomo, USAF CPT Bret Guglielmi

MAJ Thomas Hanifen CPT Erin Hayde

MAJ Ryan Hayde Senior Master SPvt. Donald Henley

CPT Kyle Higgins CPT Michael Huggins

WO Christopher Kaminsky SSgt. Travis Kendall, Air Force A1C Jacob Kendall, Air Force

Cpl. Michael J. Knipper, US Marines LCpl. Kurt Kusterbeck. US Marines Pfc. Connor Russ Lang, US Army

CAPT Anthony LaVecchia, Jr., USN SPC Andrew Steven Lawler, US Army

SGT Patricia Heikkila MAJ Timothy MacGinley Cpl. Vincent Martinelli

Cassandra McCarthy, US Army SGT Kyle T. McCarthy, US Army

CPT Chris McLoughlin LT Anthony Mercado

COL John K. Meehan. U.S. Army SPC Edward Meraglia

COL Mark Nordstrom SFC Philip Nordstrom 1LT Joel Nordstrom

Lt. Kristen Noviello, USMC LCpl Sondra Nowack, USMC

PFC Jorge Rostra Obando

Sgt August R. Oetting, III, USMC SFC Thomas O’Carroll

LTJG Patrick O’Hea, U.S. Navy Capt. Daniel J. O’Sullivan, USAF

Stephen Outcault, USMC Pvt. Vincent Patrizio

Cpl Brian Plunkett, USMC LCpl Jean Prou

SFC William Pullar, Jr. SGT Andrew Rea

Private Eric Roehrig SGT Michael William Rousseau

Cpl. Patrick Sheridan PFC Richard N. Silecchio

SF1 Corey Slattery SSG Zachary A. Small

SPC Edward Stephenson Timothy Sweeney, Navy Seals Cpt. Kathleen Thomas, USAF

GEN Kenneth E. Tovo LT Amanda J. Towey EDO U.S. Navy

GySgt Matthew Vergara GySgt Richard Derek Vergara

Senior Chief Kenneth Virgilio EOD US Navy PO1 Steven Virgilio, EOD, U.S. Navy GM1Class Instr. James W. Vigliotti

Pray for our Military

Welcome Back! As we come back to Mass for the first time in three months, it is a good time to remember the very first Mass in our church on November 15, 2003. We had a brand new pastor (Fr. Walden) and our former pastor, Bishop Paul Walsh, ordained a bishop just a few months before, came to bless our new church. Welcome back to our church!

Gracious God, we are your people embraced by your love. We thank you for your presence with us throughout all time. Create us anew. Liberate us from that which keeps us from you. Enable us to recreate our world and restore justice. Heal us from every form of sin and violence. Transform us to live your Word more profoundly. Reconcile us so enemies become friends. Awaken us to the sacred; nurture our relationships; enliven our parishes; reunite our families. Fill us with joy to celebrate the fullness of life. Empower us to be a community of love growing in your likeness. Amen.

Please continue to say the following prayers each day as we seek God’s guidance, strength and courage

We are a People of Prayer

Thank you Father for the gift of life. Thank you for the gift of your Son, Jesus. May my gratitude inspire and sustain me in doing everything I can to respect the lives of all people and to do all in my power to end abortion and everything else that harms, abuses, or threatens human life. Give me the courage and strength to live in your image each day. Amen.

Lord, the plight of our brothers and sisters is deep and the suffering of Christians is severe and frightening. Therefore, we ask you Lord to spare their lives to grant them patience and courage to continue their witness of Christian values with trust and hope. Lord, peace is the foundation of life; Grant us the peace and stability that will enable us to live with each other without fear and anxiety, and with dignity and joy. Amen.

The symbol to the right (the Arabic letter “N” for Nazarene) is being used to mark Christians in Iraq for persecution.

CONFESSIONS Our Saturday afternoon confession times, from

3:45 to 4:45 PM, have resumed but the location has changed in order to

observe social distancing protocols Please go to the St. Patrick Youth (old church) front entrance, seen at right. Greeters will be there to point the way to where confessions are being heard.

Please wear a face mask.

I ask you: have you ever thought that every time we go to the confessional, there is joy and celebration in heaven? Have you ever thought about that? It is beautiful … and fills us with great hope, because there is no sin to which we have stooped from which, by the grace of God, we cannot rise up again. There is no person who is beyond recovery, no one is beyond recovery. Because God never ceases to want what is good for us, even when we sin. - Pope Francis

Virtual

XLT Holy Hour

The Friday, June 5th Virtual XLT Holy Hour featured a very special guest. Fr. Sean Magaldi, formerly our associate pastor, now vocations director for the diocese, presided.

We always encourage our St. Patrick parishioners to support our bulletin advertisers, but during this time when so many businesses are struggling to survive, we encourage it even more. Please take the time to take a look at the advertising pages at the back of the bulletin and should you be in need of one services or products found there, please make our advertisers your first call. And, if you are a business in need of customers, the St. Patrick’s bulletin is a great place to advertise. Just call 1-800-524-0263.

Support our Bulletin Advertisers!

Father’s Day Novena A Novena of Masses will be offered for all fathers, living and deceased, beginning on Father’s Day, June 21st. All names returned will be placed on the altar during the Novena. Father’s Day envelopes will be included in this month’s envelope packet. Envelopes are also available at the back of church. Please mail in your envelopes or drop in the mail slot in the rectory front door. You may also submit your Father’s Day intentions through our website. Just go to www.stpatricksmithtown.org and click on “Father’s Day Novena.”

If you are a Catholic who likes a good podcast, then this is the show for you. Fr. Sean Magaldi, his brother Justin and Nolan Reynolds, director of youth ministry for the diocese, are the hosts of the Untitled Catholic Podcast. Three amazing Catholics share their stories and their faith, along with a lot of laughs. The podcast is available on Podbean, iTunes or Stitcher as follows: https://untitledcatholicpodcast.podbean.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/untitled-catholic-podcast/id1186563545 https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sean-magaldi/the-untitled-catholic-podcast

Did you know . . . . that Fr. Sean Magaldi, our former associate pastor, has a podcast?

Recent Episodes Include:

Catholic Cameo

Heresy Horn

Pretty OK

Carbs and Deer Attacks

Don’t miss an all-time favorite episode from 2018: “I’m Not a Wretch: 25 Questions with Msgr. McDonald,” an interview with the late Msgr. James McDonald

Fr. Sean Magaldi Justin Magaldi Nolan Reynolds

Rosary Walk There is much to pray for in our country right now and on Thursday, June 4th, parishioners gathered at St. Patrick’s to pray in front of an Our Lady of Guadalupe image. They then took to the streets of Smithtown to pray for our community. The walk concluded with prayers at Planned Parenthood.

“United with Christ we are never alone, but we form a single Body, of which He is the Head.” -Pope Francis

The Diocese of Rockville Centre is here to serve those in need. As Covid-19 attacks our island, as a faith community we are fighting back – implementing New York State’s emergency guidelines as our ministries continue serving vulnerable neighbors across Long Island.

Our ministries are responding to the crisis in incredible ways:

• Providing enhanced and expanded homecare services to those who were cared for in congregate day care programs which are now closed;

• Expanding our Meals-On-Wheels programs;

• Providing shopping services to those who are most vulnerable to the Pandemic;

• Assisting the underserved to get much needed internet service so that children can continue their education and parents can work from home.

• Keeping the outreach operations at our parishes strong for existing and new families who are struggling in their respective communities;

If you or a family member is in need of assistance, please contact Catholic Charities helpline at (516) 733-7045.

A gift to the Catholic Ministries Appeal helps to support programs that bring love and care to those who are in need. Your support to the Appeal will help to ensure that our shared vision for Dramatic Missionary Growth in our Diocese will have a firm financial foundation.

Please consider donating to the Appeal and making a difference in someone’s life. Thank you!

To make a donation, you can also visit https://www.drvc.org/CMA/

or call us at 516-678-5800 ext. 296

“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me.” Then the righteous will answer him, saying, “Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you drink? And when did we see you a stranger and welcome you, or naked and clothe you? And when did we see you sick or in prison and visit you?” And the King will answer them, “Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.”

Our Final Sunday of

Drive Through Blessings

This Sunday, public Masses resume so our “Sunday Blessings” with the Blessed Sacrament will cease. Thank you to all who helped to make the Eucharistic Blessings possible and welcome back to Mass!

Let Us Pray Together

The world is in need of prayer and we ask all in out parish to unite in prayer, even though we are physically separated. At certain times during the day, Fr. Walden is inviting all those are able to join him in prayer: At 12:00 noon: Say an Our Father and this prayer that comes after it at Mass: Deliver us, Lord we pray, from every evil, graciously grant peace in our days, that, by the help of your mercy, we may be always free from sin and safe from all distress, as we await the blessed hope and the coming of our Savior Jesus

Christ. For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen. At 3:00 PM: Pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. This is a very simple and beautiful prayer using the rosary as a guide. The link below provides information on how to do this. At 7:30 PM: Pray the rosary for all suffering from the coronavirus and for those who are heroically caring for them. See the link below for information about the Mysteries of the Rosary. Fr. Walden will follow this program until the threat is over. How good and easy it is to pray together for our own needs and the needs of all the people of our nation and our world at this time.

Here are two links to information on the Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet: http://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/prayers-and-devotions/rosaries/how-to-pray-the-rosary.cfm http://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/how-we-teach/new-evangelization/year-of-faith/how-to-pray-the-chaplet-of-divine-mercy.cfm

Other Resources For Spiritual Enrichment

Our St. Patrick’s Daily Mass, Monday through Friday plus the Sunday Mass over the weekend - are available on our YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoHv0moL3X07oAm5ve3rFAQ or access our YouTube channel by visiting our website: www.stpatricksmithtown.org

(A time of Virtual Adoration is also on our YouTube channel.)

Additionally, Fr. Walden is sending daily reflections to everyone on our parish email list. You will also receive our weekly church bulletin.

To be added to our email list, email us at stpatrickssmithtown@gmail.com

Vatican News: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxIsefyl9g9A5SGWA4FvGIA/ Catholic Faith Network: catholicfaithnetwork.org

or Optimum channel 29/137; Verizon FiOS TV channel 296; Spectrum channel 162/471 (See more on page 10.)

EWTN (Eternal Word Television Network): ewtn.com or Cablevision channel 135/1097; Verizon channel 285/1741

Relevant Radio: relevantradio.com Word on Fire: wordonfire.org

Bishop Robert Barron's homilies, blog, videos Understanding the Scriptures podcast, mp3: catholicboard.com

A great online resources for understanding the "big picture" of the Bible St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology: stpaulcenter.com

Excellent audio and video Bible studies Catholic Productions Video Blog: catholicproductions.com

Dr. Brant Pitre, Dr. John Bergsma and others offer excellent audio, video and books Scott Hahn: scotthahn.com An excellent Biblical scholar

The Thomistic Institute—audio: thomisticinstitute.org/tracks High level, extremely rich theological lectures.

We also invite you to take advantage of our parish subscription to FORMED.

See more information on page 15.

June 21, 2020 Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Readings: Jeremiah 20: 10-13; Romans 5: 12-15; Matthew 10: 26-33

Reflections on the Sunday Scriptures

Focus Questions:

Children & Family Reflection:

Giving Made Easier Churches now routinely offer online giving for church donations. There are many reasons for this. Fewer people are using cash and checks. Mass attendance at your home parish is usually interrupted by vacations, business trips, illness, snow storms, etc. And many people find it easier (and greener) to not have to deal with church envelopes.

St. Patrick’s offers several forms of online giving:

(1) Faith Direct: Signing up for Faith Direct allows you to indicate a weekly contribution amount that is automatically withdrawn from your account. Just go to faithdirect.net or download the Faith Direct app from the App Store. Our Parish code is NY51.

(2) Our website: You can contribute at any time by going to our website: stpatricksmithtown.org. Just click the “Donate” button at the top right.

(3) Our Parish App: In addition to its many other features, the OneParish App has a donation page that allows quick and easy one-time or recurring donations. You can download the One Parish App at the App Store.

(4) Our newest electronic giving option is “Text to Give a program set up by the Diocese of Rockville Centre. Just send a text message to 516-271-3338. In the message, type 155parishstpatrick - you will receive a message back with a link that you can use to make a donation.

A Prayer for Our Time

Jesus said to the Twelve: "Fear no one. Nothing is concealed that will not be revealed, nor secret that will not be known. What I say to you in the darkness, speak in the light; what you hear whispered, proclaim on the housetops. And do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul; rather, be afraid of the one who can destroy both soul and body in Gehenna. Are not two sparrows sold for a small coin? Yet not one of them falls to the ground without your Father's knowledge. Even all the hairs of your head are counted. So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. Everyone who acknowledges me before others I will acknowledge before my heavenly Father. But whoever denies me before others, I will deny before my heavenly Father."

1. Jesus says even the hairs on our heads are counted. How does this intimate care for us by God affect you?

2. Jesus tells us to not be afraid of those who can harm us in this world. What makes you afraid?

3. Talk about a time when you overcame your fear.

God knows all about us. What are some of the things God knows about you that others may not?

Wake me up Lord, so that the evil of racism finds no home within me.

Keep watch over my heart Lord, and remove from me any barriers to your grace,

that may oppress and offend my brothers and sisters. Fill my spirit Lord, so that I may give

services of justice and peace. Clear my mind Lord, and use it for your glory.

And finally, remind us Lord that you said, "blessed are the peacemakers,

for they shall be called children of God." Amen.

Do everything with the greatest possible calm and serenity and out of the greatest, purest and holiest love of Jesus and Mary. - Fr. Jacques Philippe

An Act of Spiritual Communion

My Jesus, I believe that You

are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things,

and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment

receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart.

I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You.

Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen

Focus on Religious Freedom

From Catholics For Freedom of Religion

www.cffor.org

A Prayer for Persons Suffering from the Coronavirus

Merciful God, hear our fervent prayer for all who suffer from the coronavirus.

May those who are infected receive the proper treatment and the

comfort of your healing presence. May their caregivers, families and neighbors be shielded from the onslaught of the virus.

Give solace to those who grieve the loss of loved ones.

Protect and guide those who strive to find a cure, that their work may conquer the disease and restore

communities to wholeness and health. Help us to rise above fear. We ask all this

through the intercession of Our Lady of Lourdes, and in the name of your Son, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit, now and forever. Amen.

Persecution of Churches Continues in America

Prohibiting the reception of Holy Communion was one con-dition for churches to reopen according to a May 26 Execu-tive Order in Howard County, Maryland. "There shall be no consumption of food or beverage of any kind ... including as part of a religious service," the order stated. "If singing takes place, only the choir or religious leaders may sing." (1) This order coincided with statements from Dr. Anthony Fauci who recommended churches should stop distributing communion. "I think for the time being, you just gotta fore-stall that," Fauci said. (2)

Days later, the Maryland county reversed this Executive Order. "For the Catholic community, the reception of Com-munion is central to our faith lives and to our public wor-ship." (3) “We are pleased to hear that Howard county will be lifting restrictions on faith institutions ...." said the Arch-diocese of Baltimore. (4) A family of 12 in Virginia, has filed a First Amendment law-suit against Virginia Governor Northam over his COVID-19 Executive Order barring residents from freely assembling for religious worship and forbidding public gatherings of more than 10 people. The Center for American Liberty (CAL) is representing the family in its case against the restriction - which, in addition to stopping them from frequenting secular establishments as a group, bars them from "going to the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession), receiving the Sacrament of the Eucharist (Holy Communion), and praying on their private property with their priest and other believers." (5) “The Executive Orders wrongly and unconstitutionally clas-sify the exercise of religion as non-essential," said a CAL attorney. "Governor Northam's restrictions on religious ex-pression are overly broad, discriminatory, and unconstitu-tional. Our plaintiffs have been blessed with 10 chil-dren. (This Order) discriminates against them because of the size of their family - ... while smaller families do not face such a prohibition." (6)

(wnd.com, 5/28/20,(1)(2); cna.com, 5/27/20,(3); dailycall-er.com, 5/28/20,(4); catholicleague.org, 5/28/20;

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Catholic Bishops Designate Religious Freedom Week - June 22-29:

"To be Catholic and American should mean not having to choose one over the other. Our allegiances are distinct, but they need not be contradictory, and should instead be complimentary. That is the teaching of our Catholic faith, which obliges us to work together with fellow citizens for the common good of all who live in this land. That is the vision of our founding and the Constitution, which guaran-tees citizens of all religious faiths the right to contribute to our common life together."

The most deadly poison of our time is indifference. And this happens although the praise of God should know no limits. Let us strive, therefore, to praise him to the greatest extent of our powers. - St. Maximillian Kolbe

SUGGESTIONS FOR THE WEEK ON FORMED

One of the great advantages of the Internet is having access to so many resources. This includes spiritual resources. During this time when many are eliminating or greatly reducing their contact with the outside world, consider taking some time for spiritual renewal. St. Patrick’s pays an annual fee so that all our parishioners can sign up for FREE to FORMED. FORMED is an online platform that offers 24/7 access to the best Catholic content on almost any device, including your computer, smartphone and tablet. You will have instant access to thousands of books, audio talks, movies, documentaries, studies and more. FORMED also includes excellent content for children.

Take this time to grow closer to Christ.

To sign up for FORMED, go to https://stpatricksmithtown.formed.org

PARENTING HAS NEVER BEEN A EASY JOB, BUT FOR TODAY’S PARENTS, THERE ARE PARTICULARLY DIFFICULT CHALLENGES.

PARENTS, BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THESE OFFERINGS FROM FORMED

Pass It On is a series of presentations for parents who want to equip their children well for their life’s journey. Through 15 presentations, the authors, speakers, and experts in their respective fields offer their wisdom and experience to encourage and challenge parents as they wrestle with what they should be putting into their children’s backpacks. Each episode is filled with practical suggestions and helpful insights for moms and dads who want to hand on the faith to their children. These presentations are perfect for individuals to watch and listen to for daily encouragement. They are also great for couples who want to grow in clarity and unity as they embrace their parenting role together. These sessions also make an excellent springboard for group discussion and sharing, allowing parents to learn from the experiences of other parents. Each presentation can stand on its own with very little preparation. The Pass It On series can easily be used by moms or parent groups, in home or parish settings. A downloadable discussion guide for the series is available. Each presentation is about 20 minutes in length.

Matt Fradd, a best-selling Catholic author, presents new data to show how the changes in the types and accessibility of pornography being promoted today make it far more dangerous and harmful than ever before. Matt draws from a wealth of experience to guide parents in taking decisive action to protect their children, and he empowers adults with specific wording to effectively address this sensitive topic with children of all ages before they encounter pornography or after they've been exposed to it.

Summers at St. Patrick’s We all hope that by the time summer arrives, the coronavirus will be a thing of the past. You can start your summer planning now. St. Patrick’s Youth Community has a variety of programs for children and young people.

Camp St. Patrick has been given a green light to open for business this summer. Camp is scheduled to run from June 29th to August 14th, Monday through Friday. Kiddie Camp for ages 3 to 5; Main Camp for ages 6 to 12; and Teen Camp for ages 13 to 15 offer programs geared for their age groups. Camp will take place all on campus this summer. Before and After Care available. For more information, go to www.stpatsyouth/summer-camp.

Vacation Bible School, for children ages 3 through 8, will be held August 3rd to 7th from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. This year’s theme is “Knights of North Castle.” North Castle is hidden in a frozen land. The King’s valiant Knights are on a quest in search of the King’s Armor. But the armor isn’t what they think it is. Kids will take on the role of brave Knights and begin their quest each session by opening the King’s Book. For more information, go to www.stpatsyouth/summer-camp and scroll down to the Vacation Bible School Registration Form.

Summer Literacy Adventure - Join us in a reading adventure as teachers assist children in honing and maintaining their reading skills throughout the summer. Two hour sessions from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Classes begin on July 7th and end on July 31st. For information, call or email Cindy at 631-360-0185 or spyouth@optonline.net.

Watch for more information on our summer sports!

Deck Hockey

Basketball

Cheer Camp

St. Patrick’s Youth web address is: stpatsyouth.com

All forms and registrations are available on our website.

Youth Office email is spyouth@optonline.net Our phone is 631-360-0185

VIRTUS Training

All volunteers/coaches are required to attend a VIRTUS class if they have not done so. On-line

registration must be completed before you attend. See VIRTUS.org for information and registration.

CPR/First Aide Training courses are available and will be

available throughout the year. You may call the office for more information

Read the Bible in a year challenge! St. Patrick’s Youth challenges you to read the

Bible in a year! Just go to the website and you will find the link with daily readings

Enrichment/Before and Aftercare Program Before Care – Our program is offered Monday through Friday following the St. Patrick School

schedule. It begins at until 8:20 AM After Care- Our program is offered Monday

through Friday following the St. Patrick School schedule, from 2:20 to 6:00 PM You must register in advance.

You may download forms from our website 3,4,5 year old Enrichment Program –

Our program offers NY State guided curriculum along with daily religion, music, arts and crafts

and gross motor play. Playtime with Mommy/Caregiver –

Children ages 18 months through 2 years. Creative fun, play, crafts, light snack & music time

Separation Class – Children ages 2 to 3 years old

Circle time, music, playing and sharing Small group instruction, crafts and snack time

Music Ministry Folk Group (Grades 6 -12)

Children’s Choir (Grades 1-5) Children’s Choir practice:

6:15 to 7:00 PM in Keegan Hall Folk Group practice:

7:15 to 8:30 PM in the church New members always welcome!

Junior Catholic Daughters JCDA is a young women’s service organization

Young women grades 5 -11 are welcome! JCDA meet every 3rd Tuesday of the month in our

modular classroom from 6:30 to 7:30 PM Call Patty Davis at 631-780-6313 for details

Learning Center Tutoring for Pre-K through High School

All areas of study, catholic entrance exam and SAT preparation

St. Patrick Youth SPORTS PROGRAMS

Spring/Summer Basketball Registration is open. Please visit our website for

Information and registration online CAMP ST. PATRICK

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR CAMP 2020 PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE AT:

stpatsyouth.com 2020 SUMMER LITERACY ADVENTURE

PROGRAM Please see our website to download registration form

and mail or bring in to Youth Office stpatsyouth.com

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL August 3 – 7, 2020

Registration form online under Summer Camp Mail in or bring to Youth Office

Regarding Sports Parking Please park only on the east side of the property.

Enter sports court at east gate entrance.

Pray for the Sick Laura Alam J.M.A. Grace B. Judith Bartley Ann Bono Anthony Borrelli Agnes Black George Bruckbauer Francis C. Rick C. Daniel Carrano Tom Clark Maria Clarke Carly Colvell Anthony Costaro, III Marie Crowley Gertrude Condon

Chris M. C. Madden Dustin McGranahan James McLean Joseph Merriam Kathleen N. Amanda Ooten Ariel Ruvinsky James Michael Ryan Lawrence Savery Joan Schiavoni Tankyard Schiavoni Theresa Soriano Christine Strecker John Weiss JoAnna Wilson

Pray for the Dead

Those listed under “Prayers for the Sick” remain on the list for a limited period of time. If you would like to add a name or return a name to the list, please call Parish Outreach at 631-265-2668.

Joseph Cuccia Grace Demille Karen Dempsey Rose DeSalvo Matthew DiStefano Richard DeVilla Salvatore Esposito Marilyn Gast Mary Gorman Geraci Elinor Glasser Thomas Gould Bob Heimink Robert Heimink, Jr. Cynthia Kambos Patrick Kinane Matthew LaTorre Angela M.

Suffering overwhelms you because you take it like a coward. Meet it bravely, with a Christian spirit: and you will regard it as a treasure. - St. Josemaria Escriva

Josephine Bellitto Benny Calma Joseph P. Lonetto

Parting Shot . . . . The Man Behind the Camera—Normally when a liturgy is livestreamed on our YouTube channel, Youth Minister Josh Moore, is the person behind the camera. But at the start of the June 5th XLT Holy Hour, he spent some time in front of it.