ST. RAPHAEL’S PARISH

35-20 Greenpoint Avenue, L.I.C., NY 11101 Telephone: 718-729-8957 Fax: 729-5238

E-Mail: straphaelrectory@yahoo.com Website: www.straphael-queens.org

MISSION STATEMENT: St. Raphael’s is a parish rooted in tradition yet responding to an evolving community by evangeliza-tion in action. We seek to inspire the larger Catholic community to a more committed faith life and to heed Christ’s call of sharing time, talent and treasure for the needs of others. DECLARACION DE MISION: San Rafael es una parroquia enraizada en la tradición y a la vez responde a una comunidad que evoluciona con una acción evangelizadora. Buscamos inspirar a la comunidad católica global a que vivan una fe más comprometida y a prestar atención a la llamada de Cristo a compartir tiempo, talento y bienes con los necesitados.

EUCHARIST SCHEDULE

Saturday/Sábado 5:00pm - English

Sunday/Domingo 8:00am - English 9:45am - Korean

11:00 am—English 12:30 pm—Spanish/Español

WEEKDAY SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday 9:00am Lunes - Viernes 9:00am

OFFICE HOURS/HORARIO

Monday - Friday/Lunes - Viernes 9:00-1:00pm & 2:00-4:00pm

Saturday/Sábado By appointment / Mediante cita

BAPTISM/BAUTISMO

Please contact the rectory to make arrangements. You will need the child’s birth certificate. favor de llamar la rectoria. Necesitará el certificado de nacimiento del niño.

MARRIAGE/MATRIMONIO

Any couple wishing to marry should contact the rectory

at least six (6) months before the wedding. Una pareja que está pensando en el matrimonio debe de llamar la rectoría seis (6) meses antes de la boda.

RECONCILIATION/RECONCILIACION Saturday/Sábado 4:00-4:45pm

and by appointment/y por cita.

MINISTRY TO THE SICK/

CUIDADO DE LOS ENFERMOS Please call the rectory at 729-8957 to make arrange-

ments for the sick person to receive Holy Communion or

the Anointing of the sick at home. favor de llamar la rectoría al 729-8957 para que la persona enferma reciba la Comunión o Unción de los Enfermos en la casa.

PARISH STAFF/EQUIPO PARROQUIAL

Rev. Jerry Jecewiz, Pastor Rev. Luke Kim, Korean Ministry

Sister Christine Scherer, D.W., Religious Educ. Mr. Jan Wnek, Music Minister

PARISH STEWARDSHIP

$6,317.50

$6,185.00

February 7th: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Last week’s church offering Average weekly expenses

FROM THE PASTOR…

Dear Parishioners, As we prepare to begin Lent this Wednesday (Ash Wednesday), we distrib-ute copies of the Little Black Book at Masses today. The book is available in Eng-lish or Spanish. The book contains six-minute reflections on the weekday gospels of Lent. To get into the spirit of the season, you commit to doing this meditation, starting today, the Sunday before Lent begins, and continuing until Easter Sunday, March 27th. The simple idea was the brainchild of the late Bishop Kenneth Untener of Saginaw, Michigan. Of all the Lenten booklets available through the years, I have never seen one as anticipated and as impactful as this one. We even use the children’s edition in our First Communion program. Lent involves fast and abstinence, so those regulations are summarized for you elsewhere in the bulletin. Lent also involves prayer, and we call your attention to the weekly Stations of the Cross: Wednesdays in English after the 9 am Mass; Tuesdays in Spanish at 7:30 pm; and Fridays in Ko-rean at 8 pm. There are also retreat opportunities here: Feb. 5th in Korean; March 5th in Spanish; and May 24th in English (outside of Lent, but connected with the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy). Lent also involves almsgiving, so we invite you to join in Operation Rice Bowl, which benefits 85 million of the planet’s poorest people through the efforts of Catholic Relief Services. Pope Francis has called Catholics to help end world hunger, so consider taking a Rice Bowl today. Read the in-structions on and inside the box. Rice Bowls are also available in Spanish. Another almsgiving opportunity would be the Annual Catholic Appeal, which accomplishes so much good in our Diocese. You’ll be hearing more about that here and from the pulpit in the next few weeks. Let us all enter this holy season in the above spirit of reflecting, praying and committing.

-Father Jerry Jecewiz

WORLD MARRIAGE DAY NEXT SUNDAY, FEB. 14TH:

All married couples are invited to renew their marriage vows during the English and Spanish Masses next weekend.

February 7th: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

THIS WEEK’S EVENTS

Sunday, February 7th: 8:00— Aristotle Dela Cruz 9:45—KOREAN MASS 11:00— Barbara Dickes 12:30— Marina Martinez Reyes Monday, February 8th: 9:00— Wladymira Stojanowski (30 Year Anniversary Remembrance) (Mirecki Family) AND Pilar, Delmy, Emiliio Mejia; Amparo, and Jose Suarez (Their Families) Tuesday, February 9th: 9:00— Stephanie Jonelunas (1st Year Anniversary Remembrance) (John Jonelunas) AND Linda Fedrizzi (Jim and Gloria Buckley) Wednesday, February 10th (Ash Wednesday): 9:00— Thomas, Bernie, and Louise Martin (Martin Family) 12:00—Parish Purgatorial Society 6:30 pm—Deceased of Boyle Family (Family) 7:30 pm— Nemesia Gonzalez Thursday, February 11th: 9:00— Anna Jackowski (Joan Mary and Bill Jackowski) Friday, February 12th: 9:00— People of St. Raphael Parish Saturday, February 13th: 5:00pm— Alexander J. Boehler Sr. (Alex and Robert Boehler) AND Edith Stanisci (Eileen and Don McCallian) Sunday, February 14th: 8:00— Judy Buckley 9:45—KOREAN MASS 11:00— For the safety of those serving in the Armed Forces 12:30— Ines Corrales (Enith Parra)

Mass Intentions for the Week of February 7th

(Fumio Tanai photo)

UPCOMING BAPTISM DATES:

In English: Sat., Feb. 13, 2:00 pm. Prep class is Sat., Feb. 6, 11:00 am. Sat., Mar. 5, 2:00 pm. Prep class is Sat., Feb. 27, 11:00 am. Sat., Mar. 26, 7:30 pm. Prep class is Sat., Feb. 27, 11:00 am. In Spanish:

Sat., Mar. 12, 2:00 pm. Prep class is Mon., Feb. 29, 7:00 pm. Sat., Mar. 26, 7:30 pm. Prep class is Mon., Feb. 29, 7:00 pm.

FOOD PANTRY

is usually open Thursdays from 10:30 am to 12:00 noon, and Saturdays from 1:30 to 3:00 pm. New volunteers are always welcome, as are donations of canned, packaged foods (non-perishable). We do not accept clothing, books or furniture.

The Bread and Wine this week are offered in memory of Ernest and Linda Fedrizzi, requested by Gloria and Jim Buckley.

Sun., Feb. 7:

5th Sunday in Ordinary Time

9:30 am—Rel. Ed. (CCD) classes

11 am—Family Mass

12:30 pm—Family Mass

Korean Lunar New Year celebration

Mon., Feb. 8:

Feast of Sts. Jerome Emiliani & Josephine Bakhita

6-8 pm—Mariachi Academy

Tues., Feb. 9:

7:30 pm—Spanish Bible Study

Wed., Feb. 10:

Ash Wednesday (Day of Fast & Abstinence)

Golden Age Bingo Group at 12 noon

Services at 9 am 12 noon, 6:30 pm (Eng.), 7:30 pm (Span.),

8:30 pm (Korean)

7 pm—Spanish Rosary + Praise

Thurs., Feb. 11:

Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes

World Day of the Sick

10:30 am to 12 noon—Food Pantry

6-8 pm—Mariachi Academy

7:30 pm—Choir practice

Fri., Feb. 12:

Day of Abstinence

Lincoln’s Birthday

7 pm—Spanish Faith

Formation for Children

Sat., Feb. 13:

1:30 to 3 pm—Food Pantry

2 pm—English baptisms

PILGRIMAGE TO OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE IN MEXICO

Msgr. Jonas Achacoso, JCD, who lives and ministers (part-time) at Queen of Angels, is leading a pilgrimage to the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City and also to important pilgrim sites in Puebla on August 3-9, 2016. This is a great occasion to enter through the Holy Door of the Basilica of Our Mother of Mercy. For reservations and more information, please call Queen of Angels at 718-392-0011.

FAMILY MASS TODAY SUN., FEB. 7th 11 am—English 12:30 pm—Spanish

For the camaraderie afterwards downstairs, bring a donation of refreshments to share. Bring it downstairs before Mass.

St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Join us to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on

Saturday March 12, 2016 6:00-9:00 PM in Michael Brennan Hall

Catered dinner of Corned Beef & Cabbage, Shepherd’s Pie, Beer/Wine/Soft Drinks, and desserts.

Entertainment, raffles, and 50/50! $25.00 per person

Please submit the tear off below along

with your payment to the church rectory. You will receive a dinner ticket once payment is submitted.

RSVP by February 27th.

Questions? Call Elizabeth Buckley at 917-589-6629

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St. Patrick’s Dinner | March 12, 2016 Name: ______________________________________________ Number Attending Dinner: __________ $25.00 X ___ = ____________(Amount enclosed)

ESTUDIO BIBLICO Cada martes a las 8:00 pm en el sótano de la iglesia. Tema para cuas-resma: La Victoria de Je-sus sobre la muerte (Mateo 26-28).

Rosario y Alabanza:

Cada miércoles a las

7:00 pm en

el sótano de la

rectoría.

FORMACION EN LA FE

Un programa espiritual (en español) para los niños y las niñas empezando con la edad de 4 años. Viernes de las 7 pm a las 8 pm en el sótano de la rec-toría. Todos están invitados a participar. Con la colaboración del apostolado Vino Nuevo.

PEREGRINACION A NSTRA. SRA. DE GUADALUPE EN MEXICO

Mons. Jonas Achacoso, JCD, que vive y tra-baja en la iglesia de Reina de los Angeles, está organizando una peregrinación a la Basílica de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe en México, D. F. y también a las iglesias importantes de Puebla. El viaje será desde el 3-9 de agosto 2016. Será una gran oportunidad de entrar en la PUERTA SANTA de la Basílica de Nuestra Madre de Misericordia. Para más información y reser-vación, pueden llamar a reina de los Angeles (718-392-0011).

EL RINCON HISPANO

MISA FAMILIAR HOY

Domingo 7 de febrero a las 12:30 pm

Para la camaraderia despues de la misa, traiga un plato de comida suficiente para su familia y un poquito mas para compartir con los demas. Traiga la comida abajo antes de la misa. Gracias.

MIERCOLES DE LA CENIZA

Misa en español a las

7:30 pm

VIA CRUCIS EN ESPAÑOL: Cada martes durante la cuaresma

a las7:30 pm

EL PROXIMO DOMINGO: DIA MUNDIAL DEL MATRIMONIO—14 DE FEBRERO

Todas las parejas casadas están invi-tadas a renovar su consentimiento matrimonial durante la misa.

We are accepting requests from pa-rishioners who would like a Summary of Accountable Contributions Letter for 2015 tax purposes. Only those requesting this information will re-

ceive this letter. Call or visit the rectory office. Our parish survives through the generosity of those who make systematic and sacrificial contribu-tions of financial support to St. Raphael’s. We are grateful.

YOUTH GROUP NEXT MEETING: Sat., Feb. 27th, 6 pm Michael Brennan Hall You are invited!

CATHOLIC CHARITIES CALL CENTER

Catholic Charities has implemented a new centralized Call Center to respond to community needs. The Call Center is operated by trained profes-sionals who provide valuable information regarding services and benefits; referrals to Catholic Charities programs and other community resources; as well as limited financial assistance for basic emergency needs. Hours are Monday (3-4:30 pm), and Tuesday through Friday (9:30 to 11 am). The intake number is (929) 268-3311.

THIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL IS ONLY ONE MILE AWAY FROM ST. RAPHEL’S CHURCH.

LENT BEGINS WEDNESDAY… Our schedule of Masses for Ash Wednesday, which is February 10th this year: 9:00 am—English 12 noon—English 6:30 pm—English 7:30 pm –Spanish 8:30 PM—Korean

THIS ‘N THAT 1. Our Food Pantry thanks the Green Valley Marketplace of Sunnyside for its recent kind donation

($100). 2. Father Jerry’s “PRIESTO!” Magic Show will be presented this coming Monday afternoon at St.

Kevin’s parish (A.A.R.P.) in Auburndale. Beneficiary is St. Raphael’s Church. 3. Reminder: pledge payments to the Generations of Faith Capital Campaign should be made out

to THE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF BROOKLYN AND QUEENS. Cash payments can be made at St. Raphael’s and we will issue and exchange check, but please clearly indicate it’s for the Generations of Faith campaign. (Tax receipts for the Capital Campaign pledges and gifts are issued directly by them and not our parish. You should have received this by now for the 2015 tax year.

COLUMBARIUM AT CALVARY CEMETERY

A place to assure that the cremated remains of your loved ones are at rest, safe and secure: The Garden of the Holy Family (49-02 L:aurel Hill Blvd., Wood-side).

Call 718-786-8000 for more info or visit their website at

www.calvarycemeteryqueens.com