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St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church

OUR LITURGY
In today’s Gospel, Jesus offers a good example of what prayer can do. The message in all of today’s readings is that God always hears our prayers. Are we faithful enough to trust in this? We sometimes can become weary of praying, but, as we see from the first reading, if we are persistent, God will reward us. Our prayers will always be answered.

ALTAR BREAD & WINE
In Memory of
Paul Eric Kurtz
Requested by
Mr. & Mrs. E. Pappas

Fr. Rene would like to invite
parishioners to join him every
Friday from 10-11 AM in Carew Hall for a Biblical Study on the coming Sunday’s Gospel.
BYOB (Bring your own Bible!)
Exposition of the
Blessed Sacrament
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament takes place every Monday (except holidays)
from 2-6:45 PM
And on each First Friday from
7:30- 8:30PM
Please come and spend some quiet time with the Blessed Sacrament

OUR PRIEST-CELEBRANTS
This Week Next Week
Fr Boyle 5:00 PM Fr Maffeo
Fr Boyle 7:00 AM Fr Maffeo
Fr Thomas 9:00 AM Fr Tapel
Fr Tapel 10:30 AM Fr Boyle
Fr Maffeo 12:00 Noon Fr Thomas
Fr Tapel 5:00 PM Fr Boyle
IF ANYONE WOULD LIKE TO BRING UP THE GIFTS AT THE MASSES ON SATURDAY OR SUNDAY, PLEASE CONTACT ONE OF THE USHERS WHEN YOU ARRIVE FOR MASS.

MASS INTENTIONS
Sunday, October 21, 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time
7:00 Joseph William Festa requested by Emma Rivera
7:00 Gabriel Vega requested by Melissa Savage Cairns & Family
9:00 Joseph Onufrak requested by Loving Wife & Family
9:00 Emma Bonilla requested by Ellie & Andrew Aspris
10:30 Nadine & John Beneventi requested by Loving Family
10:30 Christina Poggioli requested by Jessica Smith
12:00 Sebastian Platania requested by Annette Platania
12:00 Sebastian Platania requested by Loving Children
5:00 Stephen Gramarossa requested by The Burns Family
5:00 Jesus Tapel requested by Norma & Arthur Owen
Monday, October 22
7:00 Betty Ann Scioli & Family requested by
Timothy & Jean Cleere & Family
7:00 Joseph Budd requested by The DeSantis Family
9:00 Louise Schaaf (living) requested by Dolores
9:00 Konnie Keena requested by Marie Rossi
Tuesday, October 23, St John of Capistrano
7:00 The People of the Parish
7:00 Tony & Laura Scioli & Family (living) requested by
Timothy & Jean Cleere & Family
8:45 Thomas Griffith requested by Loving Son Jerry
8:45 Jack Kelleher requested by The Antonucci Family
Wednesday, October 24, St Anthony Mary Claret
7:00 Thanksgiving for Favor Granted requested by Mary Webb
9:00 Kate Porto requested by The Mawn Family
9:00 Jack Kelleher requested by Joe & Marie Califano
Thursday, October 25
7:00 The Intentions of the Celebrant
9:00 Joseph William Testa requested by Mr & Mrs Gelabert
9:00 Scott & Lorene Delamater (living) requested by Loving Parents
Friday, October 26
7:00 The Intentions of the Celebrant
9:00 Jack Kelleher requested by Claire & Jim McQuillan
9:00 For Living & Deceased Brothers & Families of Firemen of Ladder Company 5 Engine 24 New York Fire Department
Saturday, October 27
8:00 Joseph Grasso requested by The Vouchik Family
8:00 Maria Mastrocinque requested by Philomena Caccavale
Anticipated Mass for Sunday
5:00 Marion Tuck requested by Mr & Mrs Alburt Putre
5:00 Richard Delaney requested by Millie & Tom D’Agostino
Sunday, October 28, 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time
7:00 Joseph Stapleton requested by Loving Family
7:00 Sylvia Caiola requested by Nora & Brian Ginsberg
9:00 For Deceased Members of the St Regis
Knights of Columbus & Columbiettes
10:30 Margaret Rutigliano requested by Martin & Denise DeBobes
10:30 Michael F Boyle requested by Henry & Maureen Melchiona
12:00 Michael F Boyle requested by The Smith Family
12:00 Michael F Boyle requested by The Rainone Family
5:00 Mary Dougherty requested by Claire & Jim McQuillan
5:00 Martin F Danahy requested by Joe Rohring & Family

Sunday, October 21, 2007

Sunday, December 31, 2006

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FROM THE DESK OF FR. MIKE

FROM THE DESK OF FR. MIKE

Remember, if you will, a few weeks ago in this space I asked you if God ever came down from Heaven and told you what to do, or directly answered your questions or request, wouldn’t you listen! And if you also will remember, I remarked that most of us would say yes, of course. Yet as the Prophet Amos pointed out, and as Luke points out in Jesus’ story of the Rich Man and Lazarus, the people refused to listen.
Now this week we are confronted with the question, do we think God is listening to us! The reading from the Book of Exodus: the story of war with Amalek, and the reading from Luke’s Gospel tell us of the power of prayer. In fact Luke’s Gospel begins with: “Jesus told his disciples a parable about the necessity for them to pray always without becoming weary.” Then He goes on to tell the story of the Widow and the Dishonest Judge who gave into the woman’s constant request because he was afraid she would strike him. He acted out of fear and out of bad motives, and if people can act this way and give in to a request out of fear and bad motives, think about God, who acts only out of the best of motives (what’s good for us). But, you may say, I asked God for something and I did not get what I wanted, so doesn’t that mean that God is not listening? Well no! Remember no, is an answer, and just because we do not get what we want does not mean that God is not listening. Please keep in mind how God answers prayers; God answers prayers out of a sense of justice and faith. As we see in Jesus’ own words; “I tell you, he will see to it that justice is done for them speedily. But when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on earth?” It is Divine Justice, and we should respond to its exercise out of true faith in God; also as we discussed two weeks ago in this space.
Prayer is a wonderful activity in that it brings us closer to God. The reason why so many people stop praying on a regular basis is because they see prayer as only being something we do when we have specific requests. Or perhaps they stop because their prayers were not answered (the way they wanted them answered), after all isn’t God supposed to answer my prayers? If He is not, then He is not listening and He is not doing His job! To answer this question, we must remember two things. The first is, God always listens or why would Jesus say we should pray without becoming weary. The second is to remember that God is not Macy’s, nor is He our personal assistant. He does not work for us; we work for Him and yet He continually offers us His hand so we can have a full relationship
with Him. If we look at prayer as is mentioned above, then it will truly do us little good. However, if we see prayer as a daily conversation with God seeking to know God as God truly is, and not merely as the request department, then it is the most rewarding part of any day. Prayer helps us understand God’s will for us, and gives us an excellent opportunity to know our BEST FRIEND: THE ONE WHOSE IMAGE AND LIKENESS WE ARE MADE IN.
Many times I ask young people if they pray on a regular basis and many say not really, why? I think it is because they see prayer as a chore or something that interferes with life. Wouldn’t it be great if we all could see prayer as the highlight of our daily activities, and something to look forward to: food for our souls and something we truly need. Why do we seem never to neglect our bodies, but we do seem to neglect our souls and the most important relationship in our lives? Next Monday we welcome Bishop John Dunne who will celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation at 10 AM and 1:30 PM. We have some 200 candidates for Confirmation this year and we are very proud of them as they take this next step in their faith lives. Please keep them, their sponsors and their families in your prayers: especially that they will learn how to pray in the way mention above.
November 1st is the Solemnity of All Saints and it is a Holy Day of Obligation, please see the bulletin for the schedule of Masses. On Friday November 2nd we celebrate the Feast of All Souls, that evening we will celebrate a special Mass (at 7:30 PM) to remember those whose Funeral Mass or Service was held here at St. Joseph’s since last November 2nd. Of course this Mass will be celebrated for all those who died, and to have your loved ones remembered during the month of November please use the envelopes found in your packet or on the Church window ledges.
God bless you always.
Fr. Mike

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REMEMBER OUR SICK
Virginia Albert Dcn Jim Altonji
Michael Ambrosio William Barry
Robert Burns Lu Clifford
Cathy Cunningham Catherine DeBellis
Ann DeMaio Joseph DeMaio
Michael DePinto Anthony DiUbaldo
Marie DiUbaldo James Evans
Robert Filce Edward Forsythe
Ann Fortunato Vincent Fortunato
Flavio Gabrielli William Hausner
Thomas Horvath Peggy Igilio
Georgann Jenulis Krystyna Kuras
Georgiana Lopez Mary A Mahon
Fred Martinek Sr Msgr Midura
Helen Newton Joanora O'Donnell
Marion Pedroli Lorraine Persson
Grace C Peshkur Betty Reddington
Joan Reilly John Reynolds
Dawn Saporito Linda Savage
Louise Schaaf Barbara Schoenfeld
Darryll Smith Ken Stokes
Dennis Thomas Stacie Tizzard
Lloyd Turnier Fr Peter Wang
PLEASE NOTE: To keep our prayer list current, we will keep names on the sick list for two months. We ask families to return the bulletin cut-out to include names of those who are ill for another two months.

PRAY FOR OUR TROOPS
Please continue to remember them in your prayers.
SGT Deborah Alfieri PFC Matthew Altonji
PFC Justin Aragones TSGT Louis Barletta
2LT Stephen Bartoszak PFC Justin Browne
SGT Michael Bruno LTCOL James Cersosimo
CPL Glenn Clacher SPC Thomas E. Corcoran
SPC Jason Crawford CPT Edward Cuevas
PFC John B Cuneo SGT Ryan Delaney
TSGT Timothy Dermody LTCOL Kurt Diehl
SGT Stephen DiGirolamo SSGT Tony Elliott
LT Kelly Fletcher PFC Adam Franciosa
CPT Evan Gotkin RCT RJ Hartmann
AB J.R. Kay
SGT John W Keohane SSGT Steven Knight
CPL Andrew Kochman PFC Thomas J Lupo
LCPL Marshall PVT Thomas B McGinn
SGT Patrick McNally PFC William Meyer
SGT Glenn Miller 2LT Heather Miras
SGT Daniel Montville SSGT Brian Moran
MAJ Gregory Mueller LCPL Thomas Napolitano
LCPL Michael Napolitano PVT Todd Nelson
LCPL James Neubauer LCPL Anthony Notaroberta
PVT James Notaroberta SGT Brian O'Leary
SGT Brian Pacella N/Seal Paul Padro
ENS3 Lucy Padro CPT Michael Parisi
2LT Anthony Parisi MAJ Paul E Pinaud
CTR2 Matthew Pistritto SGT Edwin Rivera, II
LCPL William R Rodgers LCPL Anthony M Sbrocco
SSGT Jason Schiavo CPL Brian Schildt
LCPL W.Mason Shehan SPC James Stanek
PVT Erica Sweeney PFC Greg Terrish
CPL Jason Tulowitzki SSGT Nick Vicale
SGT John Thomas Vogt LCPL Brandon Waldon
SGT Randolph Weaver 2LT John Wolven
If you would like to include a soldier from your family who is serving, place their name, rank & branch of service on the cut out & put it in the collection basket.

REMEMBERING THE SICK
Please include the following in the bulletin sick list:
______________________________
Name of person who is ill:
_____________________________ ____________________
Person making this request: Relationship to ill person
Your Phone #: _____________________
(Please place in collection basket or return to Church Office)
(Friends can be placed on the silent prayer list only)

REMEMBERING OUR TROOPS
Please include the following soldier in your prayers :
______________________________
Name, Rank and Branch of Service
_____________________________ ____________________
Person making this request: Relationship to Soldier
Your Phone #: _____________________
(Please place in collection basket or return to Church Office)
(Friends can be placed on the silent prayer list only)

REMEMBER OUR DEAD
Eda Bresciani, Edward Livingston, Jonathan Combes, our deceased soldiers
and all of our deceased relatives and friends.
Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace.
May their souls and all the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen

Sunday, October 21, 2007

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St Joseph’s School
school@stjoronk.org
Thank you to all those who came out to clean-up our school! It looks amazing! Thank you: Debbie, Barbara and Thomas Barone; Steve, Kelsey and Kelly Smith; Teresa , Nicholas and Christopher Cutrone; Mark and Max Crean; Bob, Robert and Debbie Wallace; Marcos Vigil, Joe Fogerty, Ann , Anthony, Luke and Alex Ambrosio; Rosie Fiori, Colleen Sweeney and Mrs. Maqbool.
Congratulations to the following students who were commissioned as altar servers: Katrina Avilla, Isabella Barsalona, Nicholas Citron, Anna Florio, Ed-Wendell
Fontaine, Brianna Lee, Shannon Murphy, Austin Nguyen, and Deanna Russo.
Thank you all who helped us with the Halloween Harvest Dance on Friday evening. The event was a great event!
Reminder: Our teachers will be participating in a Diocesan Zone Day on Monday,October 22nd at Mercy High School. There will be no school for students on that day.
Reminder: Any one working in the school in any capacity as paid employee or volunteer must attend the Virtus workshops offered. This is mandated by the Diocese. St. Joseph's is offering this workshop on Tuesday, October 23rd at 7:00 PM in Carew Hall. At the completion of the course parents will be instructed how to register on line for certification. We will use this registration list in the school for class mothers, field trip chaperones,etc. This course will also be offered in other parishes. St. Mary's in East Islip will be offering the course on the following dates: October 19 from 10:00 - 12:00AM, October 26 from 1:00 - 3:00PM and on Nov.8 from 7:00 - 9:00PM.
Virtus Training
We are offering a Virtus Training Course; Protecting Our Children, here at St. Joseph's. This course is mandated by the Diocese for anyone who is working with children in this parish or school, in either a paid or volunteer position. This is an awareness intervention program & is mandatory for any one who volunteers in any way in the School, Religious Ed, CYO, Scouts, or any other program in this parish.
This course is being offered on :
Tuesday, October 23, 2007 @ 7PM in Carew Hall.

Dennis Alexander Milano

Religious Education
reled@stjoronk.org
Office Hours are:
9 - 4 on Monday & Thursday 10 - 4 on Tuesday & Wednesday
This Monday, October 22nd, Level 1 has an Activity in the Auditorium (Gym) at 4:30 or 6:30 p.m. If you have registered and have not received your book please call the office and leave your child's name. We will have the book for you on Monday at the table in the Lobby.
Banns of Marriage
(Second Time)
Nicole Scannell and Philip Ferrara
both of St Joseph’s
Erica Sindone and James Bridgwood
both of St Joseph’s
Kerri Huber of St Joseph’s and
Randy Weissbach of St Frances Cabrini
Michelle Scotti and James Credidio
both of St Joseph’s
Jamie Lee Magi of St Joseph’s and
Robert Roy Hesse Jr of Quogue
Diane Perillo of St Lawrence and
Keith Redo of St Joseph’s
Kimberly Prevet and Ralph Caiaoccio
both of St Joseph’s
Kristy Probeck of St Joseph’s and
David W Ardolina of Holbrook
Kathryn Rostkowski of St Joseph’s and
Matthew Siesto of Central Islip

St. Vincent de Paul
In the Gospel today Jesus tells his disciples to pray always without becoming weary, indeed our prayer must always be an expression of our love for God, our family, our world, and especially for the suffering poor.
As you place your gift in the Society of St Vincent de Paul Poor Box, please say a special prayer for the poor who have no one to pray for them.

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Sunday, October 21, 2007
, 2005

RESPECT LIFE
Here we are still in October, Respect Life Month, and there are several events you may want to know about, and I would like to tell you about.
The first is 40 Days for Life – which runs from September 26th to November 4th. This campaign is an intensive effort designed to raise awareness, save lives, bring healing, and prepare America for the beginning of the end of abortion. The campaign is being conducted simultaneously in all locations, including Long Island. You can be part of the vision and the challenge of 40 Days for Life. This is a peaceful vigil outside an abortion facility; this is a prayer vigil, a lawful presence, to send a message to the community about the tragic reality of abortion. You can be a “Prayer Warrior” at Planned Parenthood of Nassau County, located at 540 Fulton Avenue (Rte. 24), Hempstead. You can come by anytime, to remember the lives lost there, but a two hour time slot would be ideal. Do whatever you can. Please call 631-243-1435 for more information, or visit www.40daysforlife.com/longisland.
LIFE NEWS October 2007
Morality in Media has been promoting the White Ribbon Against Pornography (WRAP) for many years. Lately, a group of St. Joseph’s parishioners has taken up the challenge, and have been distributing white ribbons after all the Masses on the last weekend of October, Right to Life Month. This year will be no exception, so look for the ladies of Court St. Joseph, Catholic Daughters of the Americas, who will be in the lobby of the Church on Saturday, Oct. 27 and Sunday, Oct. 28 to offer you a white ribbon in the hopes that you will wear it at least until Sunday, November 4th, and answer any questions you may be asked about the white ribbon on your dress or coat jacket. It doesn’t stop there, however. Please be vigilant about what your children are watching on television or the computer; encourage any group you are a member of to be aware of the pornography in our midst; complain to the owner/manager of the store you patronize who displays porno reading material where children can see it that you definitely do not like it being visible or available to young minds. If everyone does a little, a lot can be done.
MORALITY in MEDIA NEWSLETTER
The Diocesan Respect Life Contest 2008 is now in progress. The theme this year is:
“Before I was born God knew me.”
This contest is open to: Level I: Grades 7 and 8 & Level II Grades 9-12. Home schooled students and youth groups are eligible. Contest categories are: Poetry, Essay, Bookmark Design, Music and Photography. Entries are to be based on the pro-life theme mentioned above. Prizes for each Level: 1st, $400, 2nd $250, 3rd $150. Parish/school/religious education coordinators must send local winners to the Diocese by 1/18/08. Diocesan Awards Ceremony on Thursday, 3/13/08. For registration forms call 516-379-8292 x215. To download, www.drvc.org click on Social Services/Respect Life Office.
LIFE NEWS October 2007
PREGNANCY CRISIS HOTLINE - We are here to help you. Please call 981-6888.

Weekly Offering
Sunday, October 14, 2007 Offerings $15,998
Same collection last year 16,036
Number of envelopes 546
Poor Box last weekend $240
Fuel Collection $1,927
Same time last year $3,282
Thank you for your generous response to the appeal for increased giving.
God Bless You Always, Fr Mike

New York State
Knights of Columbus
2007 Charitable & Benevolent Program
Raffle Books
Grand Prize $25,000
Donations - $1.00 per ticket
Book of 14 tickets $12
Raffle books are available in the Church lobby and on the window sills inside the Church. Please fill out and return ticket stubs with a check made out to: “St Joseph’s Church.” All raffle books must be returned by November12th. Place raffle stubs and check in the provided envelope and place them in the collection basket. Please return any unused chances. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Mark Your Calendars
Oct 23 Virtus Training 7-9PM Carew Hall
Oct 26 Gospel Study 10-11AM Carew Hall
Oct 26 Pre Cana 7:30-9:30 Carew Hall
Oct 27 Pre Cana Closing Mass 5PM
Oct 29 Confirmation 10:00 & 1:30
Nov 1 All Saints Day - Holy Day of Obligation
Nov 2 All Souls Day
Nov 2 Gospel Study 10-11AM Carew Hall
Nov 4 Unity Sunday

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Confirmation Corner
Confirmation will be conferred by Bishop Dunne on Monday, October 29th at 10AM and 1:30PM
Confirmation Rehearsal will take place this week at 7:15 in church. Those candidates scheduled for the 10:00 a.m. ceremony will meet on Monday, October 22nd.
Those candidates scheduled for the 1:30 ceremony will meet on Tuesday, October 23rd.
Please have each candidate accompanied by his or her sponsor or by an adult who can pass along the directions to the sponsor.
The rehearsal should take about an hour if all are prompt and follow the directions given during the rehearsal.
Please continue to pray for our young people as they continue to prepare for the reception of the sacrament.

We Honor Our Mother by
Praying the Rosary in Our Homes
The Evangelization Group of St Joseph’s Church, Ronkonkoma, exhort you to pray the Rosary daily during the month of October. The Group will come and pray the Rosary with your family and friends.
Call the Rectory if you would like the Evangelization Group to pray the Rosary in your homes. The Praying of the Rosary will conclude with blessing the house.
Pray the Rosary! Reflect on the Mysteries (Glorious, Sorrowful, Joyful and Light) Honor Mary, Our Mother! Seek God’s Blessings!

Court St. Joseph No. 975
Catholic Daughters
of America
Today is Catholic Daughters Sunday.
May God continue to bless the Catholic Daughters in all their charitable endeavors.
The CDA Scholarship meeting will be held on Sunday, October 28th at 2PM in Carew Hall.
The Catholic Daughters Court St Joseph No. 975, the Memorial Mass Committee & Theresa Ryan, would like to thank St Joseph’s for hosting their Annual Memorial Mass with Bishop Dunne. Everyone in attendance commented on the beauty of our Church and the warmth of it’s people. Thank You !!
White Ribbon Against Pornography Week October 29 - November 5 The Catholic Daughters will be handing out white ribbons after all the masses Sunday October 28 & November 4th. The White Ribbon Against Pornography is intended to educate the public about the extent of the pornography problem and about what can legally be done to fight back against the flood tide of obscenity.

Outreach
sjpo@verizon.net
Yes its that time of year already !!!
When you get that extra FREE TURKEY Coupon from the supermarket please remember our clients ….Thank you

Chinese Auction
Sponsored by Court St Joseph No. 975 CDA on Friday, November 9th in the school Auditorium /Gym. Doors open at 6:30 PM & calling begins at 7:30 PM sharp.
Admission is $6.00 - includes 25 tickets, cake, coffee & tea. Hot dogs, soda & water sold. No strollers please. For information call 585-5352 or 585-1719.

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Building for
the Future

It’s Time

Goal: $200,000.00
To Date: $103,325.00
We are half way to the goal of
needed funds. Please help us to
meet our projected goal.

We Are ready to begin but we still need your help.
As you can see, we are half way to our goal of funds needed to complete the projects we have been speaking of since the Spring. Our next step is to tear down the convent and cart away the debris. After that, we will permanently install the modular buildings we purchased to become our new Religious Education Office. This is made possible by the generosity of all parishioners, several of which have already responded. We thank those who have made a pledge or donation and we ask you to please help us in any way you can. Use the tear out below and drop it in the collection basket at mass or bring/mail to the rectory office at
45 Church St. Ronkonkoma, NY 11779. God Bless you.

Yes, Fr. Mike, I want to Help St. Joseph’s
Finish the Restoration Projects and Build for the Future!
Name: __________________________________ Phone# ________________
Address:________________________________________ ID # ___________
We welcome all pledges. If each family could make a pledge of $200 it would be greatly appreciated. All pledges are payable over the period of time you designate.
Pledge Amount _______________ Amount Enclosed __________________
I would like to make payments of $________ Monthly Quarterly please circle one

Fr. Mike, I authorize you to charge my credit card for $______ each month until the total of my pledge is paid in full.
Credit Card Type: MC Visa American Express Other _________________
Credit Card # ________-_______-_______-__________
Security code # on back of card (3 or 4 digit #) ____Expiration Date ______
Signature ______________________________________________________

And the Winners Are….

October 2007

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
$50 / Ed & Doris Straub / # 531	$25 / Rich & Leslie Maynard / # 27	$25 / Joanne DeBellis / # 590	$25 / Carol Fischer / # 780	$25 / Margaret Russo / # 686	$25 / Sheila Straface / # 280	$25 / Richard & Joanne Fahey / # 586
7 $50 / Barbara Mickelson / # 472	$25 / Tom & Evelyn / Bourguignon / # 510	$25 / Rosemarie Rubenbauer / # 72	$25 / Ellie Steeneck / # 560	$25 / Mary Biglin / # 704	$25 / Elizabeth Benick / # 711	$25 / Marjorie Cecere / # 755
$50 / John Weber / # 648	$25 / Charles H Romano / # 792	$25 / Joseph & Dorothy Isola / # 578	$25 / Jacqueline R Scannella / # 374	$25 / Joellen & Peter Liberti / # 92	$25 / Msgr Midura / # 570	$25 / Carol Ann Liguori / # 424
21 $50	22 $25	23 $25	24 $25	25 $25	26 $25	27 $25
28 $50	29 $25	30 $25	31 $25

The Calendar Club
Everyday for the next year we will draw one number. The owner of that number will win the prize for that day. Then the number is put back into the mix for the next day’s drawing, giving you another opportunity to WIN! $25 buys you 1 number & 362 chances to win. $100 will buy you 1,810 chances to win !!!!
Your donation must accompany this form. We ask you to return your request as soon as possible so you can get in on the winning. Thank you and Good Luck!
MAIL TO: St Joseph Church, 45 CHURCH STREET, RONKONKOMA, NY 11779
MEMBERS NAME: ____________________________
ADDRESS: ____________________________________
TELEPHONE NUMBER: ________________________
NUMBER OF CALENDARS: X $25 = $ ______ 5 FOR $100 TOTAL ENCLOSED $ __________

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$10,000.00 Grand Prize
(Last ticket drawn)
PRIZES
TICKET DRAWN PRIZE AMOUNT
1 $200.00
50 $200.00
100 $200.00
150 $200.00
200 $200.00
Tickets available 250 $250.00
300 $200.00
350 $200.00
400 $200.00
450 $200.00
at the Rectory . 495 $300.00
496 $400.00
497 $500.00
498 $750.00
499 $1,000.00
LAST TICKET DRAWN $10,000.00
PLUS!!
Food- Drink- Music- Prizes (Ticket Stub Entitles 2 People Entrance to the Party)
$100.00 Donation Only 500 Tickets Sold Winners need not be present.
St. Joseph’s Church
NAME ________________________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS _____________________________________________________________________________
PHONE # ______________________________________________________________________________
Complete this form and return it to St. Joseph’s Church 45 Church St. Ronkonkoma, NY 11779.
A numbered ticket stub will be returned to you upon receipt of this form with $100.00 donation.
Please enclose your donation with this order. Thank You.

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One Nation Under God
Benefit Concert
featuring the original inspirational music of
Chris Catalano
to aid the efforts of
Operation Veronica
in their support of our military service men and women
stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Music to be performed by Chris Catalano
with an ensemble of gifted vocalists and instrumentalists
from local parishes including St. Joseph’s RC Church, Ronkonkoma,
Good Shepherd, Holbrook and St. Frances Cabrini, Coram.
Veterans’ Day
November 11, 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church
45 Church Street, Ronkonkoma, NY
No admission, but a free will offering may be made.
For more information, contact Diane: 631-345-3027
Hosted by St. Joseph’s Venturing Crew 272

Operation Veronica
The volunteers who comprise the group known as Operation Veronica dedicate themselves to offering support and comfort to our service men and women serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Their name was chosen to honor the spirit of St. Veronica, who offered Christ comfort and compassion at his most difficult time.
To date, this group has sent over 4,000 handmade items, as well as fulfilled requests for toiletries, snacks and other goods that are “tastes of home” to soldiers. They spend hours sewing polar fleece neck warmers (known as gators) and neck coolers (tubes filled with small crystals that, once wet, stay cold for hours). When these items are worn, they help our soldiers battle the extreme temperatures where they serve. The money raised goes toward shipping costs, sewing supplies and items requested by individual soldiers.
Operation Veronica
c/o St. Anthony of Padua
614 Route 25A
Rocky Point, NY 11778
E-mail: Opveronica@optonline.net

Chris Catalano
Chris Catalano is a composer of Christian music, a great deal of which is used in Catholic worship services. He holds a Bachelors Degree in Catholic Theology from St. John’s University, and a Masters Degree in Composition from the Aaron Copland School of Music.
With over one hundred pieces of sacred music to his credit, and four musical recordings, Chris continues to use his gifts and talents each day as a music teacher on Long Island. He has served as Music Director in parishes for the Diocese of Rockville Centre from 1988 through 2007, and continues to share his gifts of music every Sunday at his home parish.
Chris’ latest CD recording, As the Deer, featuring his performing ensemble, Voices in Faith will be released in the Fall, 2007.
Chris Catalano Music
55 Hooper Street
Port Jefferson Sta., NY 11776
Www.Chriscatalanomusic.com
E-mail: Chris52@Chriscatalanomusic.com

HOSTED BY ST. JOSEPH’S VENTURING CREW 272

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CTHANKSGIVING BLOOD DRIVE
Monday, November 19th from 4-9PM a community blood drive will be held at the Knights of Columbus council hall, Rosevale Avenue & Pond Road, Ronkonkoma. Babysitting provided by the Girl Scouts. On Thanksgiving week, persons 18 and older are asked to please donate a special gift, a pint of blood, to save a life. To schedule an appointment call coordinator Karl Sundquist at 631-265-2691 or just stop by to donate.
Columbiette’s Bake Sale
Sunday, October 28th after the 9, 10:30 & 12:00 Masses. Sweets for the Sweet !!
Oktoberfest
S this fall
ONE TREE
9 original songs based on faith & hope.
ROCK...BLUES…POP...influences.

Saturday
November 3rd

7:30pm to 10:00pm
Doors open @ 7:00pm

HOLY CROSS CHURCH
307 Hawkins Ave
Lake Ronkonkoma

SPIRIT STRENGTH
Concert

Suggested donation

Sponsored by the St Regis Knights of Columbus
Saturday, October 27th at 8PM
Open Bar, Good Food, Music
50/50, Door Prize, Turkey Raffle
Call Fran or Bob Borut @ 648-7901
Tickets are $30.00 or $25.00 for seniors
Ask at Bar for tickets

RESERVE YOUR TICKETS…
CALL 631-588-9509

Newsday Applauds Brivo!
We applaud our own Matt Nelson!
St. Joseph’s own Top Chef, Matt Nelson, is part of the exciting opening of Long Island’s newest three star restaurant (according to Newsday).
Matt gave very generously of his time and exceptional cooking talent to help with our
construction fundraiser. In one night of Matt’s cooking, we raised over $45,000 toward our goal.
We can thank Matt for his help by visiting Brivo – and have a wonderful meal.
Brivo is located at
290 E. Glen Cove Road
East Hills
516-626-5200

Catholic High Schools Open House
You are invited to explore the benefits of a Catholic High School Education
Feel free to visit our school during the times and dates listed below.
OCTOBER 2007 Sunday 21 10:00 AM-1:00PM McGann-Mercy Diocesan HS

DATE: TIME: SCHOOL:

We are promoting SPIRIT STRENGTH….calling on the power of the Spirit in order to live with meaning and purpose...to encourage spiritual growth so we can live deeper, reach higher, serve more generously and promote the dignity and well-being of all people.

CD to be released this fall “One Tree” 9 original songs based on faith & hope.

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For the Young at Heart

YOUTH IN MINISTRY
Every Sunday at 5:00 PM, St. Joseph’s Parish offers a modern, upbeat, worship experience designed
especially for youth and their families.
Everyone in grades 7-12 is invited to participate.
We’re looking for: Lectors Ushers Musicians/Singers Altar Servers
Eucharistic Ministers (Eucharistic ministers must be over 18)
For more information about joining Youth in Ministry, contact YIM@StJoRonk.org

Venturing Events
In Carew Hall after 5:00 PM Mass
Open to all young men & women from 9th grade to age 20. Join Crew 272 as they venture into the Fall !!
Next Meeting
October 21
E-mail: Crew272@StJoRonk.org Phone: Advisor Mike Keller (631) 467-6468

Have You Ever….
Have you ever thought about the extravagance of God.
More sky than man can see
More sea than he can sail
More sun than he can bear to watch
More stars than he can scale
More breath than he can breathe
More yield than he can sow
More grace than he can comprehend
More love than he can know

St Joseph's Play Group
Calling all babies, toddlers and pre schoolers - Come meet new friends at the St Joseph’s Playgroup! Bring your Mom, Dad, Grandparents or caregiver to Fr. Carew Hall on Thursday’s starting September 20th at 9:30 AM. There you’ll meet other St Joseph’s families and spend an hour of fun with other children from birth to age 5. For more information please call Sally Miller at 737-5120. Hope to see you there!

Sport for all Seasons
ST. JOSEPH CYO CYO

Baseball: Gene ( 588-1879
Basketball:
Girls Intramural & Travel : Christine ( 275-8321
Boys Intramural : Henry ( 467-6091
Boys Travel: Vinney ( 467-3651
Soccer :
Intramural : Joe ( 737-6299
Travel : Tony B ( 737-5159
Track: Karen ( 588-8636
Chairman: Henry Melchiona ( 467-6091

Track - Meets are
scheduled for the next 3 weekends.
Soccer - Saturday 10/13/07 Photo Day
Baseball - Sunday 10/14/07 Photo Day

Baseball

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Courtesy Announcements
On Sunday, November 18th, couples married 50 years or more are invited to a special Mass to be celebrated by Bishop John Dunne at Christ the King, Commack at 4PM. Please pick up your registration card at the rectory, fill out and return it no later than November 5th. If you have any questions please call 516-678-5800 ext. 242.
Help Wanted - St Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish has an opening for an administrator/HR/bookkeeping position. Please contact Kathleen Peters or Msgr Picciano at 737-4388 or STEAS@optonline.net.
Chinese Auction-
** Church of the Resurrection, Farmingville will be holding a Chinese Auction on November 7th at the Portuguese American Center on Portion Rd . Doors open at 6PM .Admission is $7 and includes 50 tickets , coffee & cake. Call 696-0270 ext 25 for more information.
**Church of the Good Shepherd will be holding it’s 11th Annual Chinese Auction and Raffle on November 16. Doors open at 6PM . The auction will begin at 8PM. The $7.00 admission charge includes 15 tickets , coffee & cake.
Meals-On-Wheels - Lake Nutrition Meals-on-Wheels provides food to elderly and homebound Monday thru Friday, two meals a day. Hot meals & cold meals are available for a charge of $6 for both meals. Call 467-8948 for information.
Wanted! Rosary Makers for the Cause of Our Blessed Mother. The need for rosaries is great & urgent. Become a missionary by making rosaries for missions in the US, the military & around the world. Please call Our Lady’s Rosary Makers at (502) 968-1477 or write 4611 Poplar Level Rd, PO Box 37080, Louisville, Kentucky 40233-7080.
Volunteers Needed-Birthright Smithtown Office - we provide hope for women who are struggling with an unplanned pregnancy. We provide counseling, offer encouragement, direct them to resources if needed and help them appreciate the new life growing within them. Please call Anita at 979-0578 or stop into our office between 11 and 2, Monday thru Friday at 34 West Main St Smithtown.
Smithtown Central School District Adult Basic Education Program–Free Classes! Learn English, Earn your GED, High School Equivalency Diploma, Prepare for Citizenship, Gain Basic Computer Skills (Seniors & ESL Students) & Receive Career Counseling! For more info call 382-2181 or www.smithtown.k12.ny.us
Professional Therapy & Counseling provided by NYS licensed psychologists are available to our parish. You may be seen at any of the other 70 participating parishes. It is provided by the Catholic Counseling Center which is independent of and not controlled or supervised by the parish or diocese. Most insurance policies are honored. For confidential information and appointment, call Dr Giuliani at 243-2503.
Cenacle Retreat -
Leaning on the Heart of God - Prayer in Times of Turmoil - November 3 - This one day program provides a prayerful experience of leaning on the heart of God, especially in times of suffering. It includes presentations, quiet prayer, reflection and faith sharing. Registration is at 9:30 AM and the program concludes by 4:30 PM with lunch included. For more information call us at 588-8366.

We’re Looking For…
BOX TOPS - from cereals for Educational purposes are always welcomed. Please drop them in the collection.
DEPOSIT BOTTLES AND CANS- Please place them in the baskets that are located on the school side of the Church on weekends or behind the rectory during the week.
CELL PHONES - Please bring your no longer used or needed cell phones and deposit them at the Scrip table in the Church lobby.
INKJET CARTRIDGES - Drop them off (in a plastic baggie) when you come to mass. We will send them to a company who reuses them and gives the parish a bounty for each. One note, to clear confusion, if it is larger than a fist, it is not an inkjet cartridge!!!

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St. Joseph’s Church
45 Church Street
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Backwards Money Drawing
SATURDAY, November 24, 2007 7:00 PM
Carew Hall

Backwards Money Drawing Ticket Order