St. Mary Star of The Sea R.C. Church 467 Court Street, Brooklyn, New York 11231

Tel 718 625-2270 -Fax 718 624-9017

www.stmarystarbrooklyn.com

Serving the people of

South Brooklyn Since 1851

Our Mission: We, the faithful of St. Mary Star of the Sea, joy-fully continue the mission begun in 1851. We share in Christ’s ministry by proclaiming the Gospel in our thoughts, words, and deeds… seeking to spread the Good News of salvation under the loving care of our Blessed Mother. Since we live in challenging times of new possibilities, we as stewards pledge to strive to provide for the spiritual and temporal needs of our people. As the stars guide the ships at sea, we seek to be a welcoming beacon of prayer and community to all who come… that they find a home for their hearts and comfort for their souls.

Parish Staff Fr. Chris Cashman - Pastor

Mrs. Debra Russo - Administrative Assistant

Organist/Cantor - Position Available Mrs. Sylvia ScottoDiClemente - Rectory Assistant

Mr. Jack Pattison - Maintenance/Sacristan

Be part Our Sacramental Celebrations

Mass * Tuesday - Thursday: ■ 9:30 AM Saturday: ■ 5:30 PM Sunday: ■ 10:00 AM * Monday Mass will resume on September 12th

Baptism Parents should call the Rectory for an appointment and to learn the date of the next Baptism. A copy of the birth certificate and attendance at our Baptism Preparation class

are required. Baptism is celebrated

on several Sundays during the year at 11:00 AM.

Reconciliation/Confession

Saturdays-4:30PM 5:00PM (And when mutually convenient for you and Fr. Chris)

Marriage

Couples wishing to marry must contact Fr. Cashman at least six months prior to the date they desire. Log on to www.pre-cana.org for complete information about marriage preparation in the Diocese.

Anointing of the Sick

Anyone seriously ill may ask for this Sacrament of Healing. You may also request prayers and vis-its to homebound/ill parishioners.

The Rectory Office

Hours are:

Monday - Thursday ■ 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM ■ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM *

Fridays ■ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Evenings & Saturdays ■ By Appointment Only Sundays & Holidays ■ Office Is Closed

Please always call for an appointment during Rectory Office Hours. Thank you!

All who worship with us should be properly registered. We strongly encourage

everyone to use our weekly envelope system. We depend upon your communal, spiritual, and financial support. Thank you!

All are welcome to pray with us!

St. Mary Star of the Sea, Pray for us!

St. Mary Star of The Sea Brooklyn

Ms. Barbara Klarmann Ms. Jean Marie Lumb Ms. Genine Malpasso

Ms. Caroline Malvasio Mrs. Evelyn R. Marrero

Ms. Carmen Medina Mrs. Josephine Monico

Mr. & Mrs. Arthur & Elizabeth Mortensen Mrs. Anne Mortillaro

Mr. & Mrs. Domenick & Fran Napoletano Mark & Thomas Orefice

Ms. Marie Orso Mr. & Mrs. Patrick & Patricia O’Toole

Ms. Doris Palenque Ms. Alice Palenque

Mr. & Mrs. Alex Passantino Mr. & Mrs. John & Constance Pattison

Ms. Theresa Pinto Mr. & Mrs. Daniel & Melissa Pipitone

Mrs. Joanne Rizzuto Ms. Angela Rizzuto

Mr. & Mrs. Angelo & Carmela Russo Mrs. Lena Santella

Mr. & Mrs. Peter & Barbara Scotti Ms. Anne M. Scotto

Ms. Nancy Scotto Ms. Letitia Scotto

Mrs. Sylvia ScottoDiClemente Mr. & Mrs. John & Laura Tews

Mr. & Mrs. Jose & Teresa Vargas Mr. Joseph E. Victory Stewart

Wednesday, September 28th: We will celebrate the life of our beloved parishioner, Tiffiny Gulla during a special Memorial Mass at 7:30pm Tuesday, October 4th: Annual Blessing of our Pets in honor of St. Francis of Assisi at 7:30pm in front of Church. Pets of any/all faiths welcome! Friday, October 21st Our 165th Anniversary Dinner Dance Party from 7-11pm in our Parish Center Details in next week’s bulletin...Thank You

Here is the complete list of parishioners/families who pledged $303,260. You have come forward, once again, to prove your dedication and loyalty to your parish fam-ily. I am extremely grateful:

Mrs. Maria Ambrosino

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony & Roberta Ambrosino Ms. Gloria Annunziato Ms. Andrea Annunziato Mrs. Maryann Ateniese

Mrs. Mary Ballero Mr. & Mrs. Dominick & Elizabeth Balsamo

Mrs. Rose Barbera Ms. Prudence Barbera

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony & Lena Barbera Mr. & Mrs. Biagio & Rachele Barone Mr. & Mrs. Oscar & Camille Bering

Mrs. Jennie Bianco Ms. Joanne Bianco

Mr. & Mrs. Frank & Gail Bracco Ms. Dorothy M. Cali

Mrs. Mary E. Carriero Rev. Christopher T. Cashman

Ms. Kathleen Cassidy Mrs. Florence Cassidy

Mrs. Dina T. Colella-Haines Ms Paula J. Comi

Mr. & Mrs. Richard Conte Laurie Costa & Tom Farrelly

Mrs. Rose Crocilla Ms. Francine Cuomo Mrs. Jennifer DeLuna

Mrs. Rose DeSilvio Ms. Bridget Donnellan Mr. Hugh Dougherty

Mr. & Mrs. Brendan & Barbara Dugan Mr. & Mrs. John & Kim Esposito

Mr. & Mrs. Joseph & Diana Fasulo Ms. Lucille L. Ferrari Mr. Mario Ferrigno

Mr. & Mrs. Charles & Carmella Fiore Ms. Sara Forestier

Ms. Lisa Fret Ms. Priscilla Fret

Mrs. Maryanne Hagenberg Ms. Dorothy Iannuzzi

Mary & Joan Jaccarino

Twenty Third Sunday In Ordinary Time

Time has almost run out to sign your child up for our R.E. classes! Registration forms are available in Church, at the Rectory, and on our website for download. We ask that you complete the ENTIRE form! All the information required is essential; leave no question blank! A copy of the Baptismal certificate must also be submitted. We will be unable to accept any child without a fully completed registration form & a copy of their Baptismal certificate. The cost per child is $85, to cover books and materials. Registration for two children in the same family is $150. There will be an additional charge for children in 2nd grade making their First Holy Communion in May 2017. Classes will begin on Sunday, Sept. 18th.

The collection for August

28th was:

$ 2,042

Thank you to those dedicated

parishioners who brought in $327 in back envelopes. We are still way, way behind...please help us make up the

more than $1,700 in back envelopes we are down this summer!

Thank you!

INVITED

The Good News is that we have all been invit-ed—invited to the Kingdom, invited to be disciples. It’s a life-changing invitation, and like so many

other such invitations, it requires a great deal of deliberation and discern-ment. Whether we choose marriage, or-dination, single life, or community life, we know the serious planning and con-sideration that accompany these pro-found decisions. Like the tower-builder in the Gospel, we have weighed both the monetary and emotional cost. We have pondered and planned our lives in the direction to which we believe God has called us. And while we pray for guidance and acceptance of God’s will, we often fail to understand so much. Like Solomon, we turn to God for wis-dom and counsel in our life-changing decisions.

Perpetual Candles Due to the extreme heat, humidity and temperature changes some candles may be turning off and then on again as the wax contracts. They are all working at the time of this bulletin submission. When the weather stabilizes, if there is still a problem, I will call our Candle Company who is based in Florida and they will replace them. Thank you for your patience. If you are interested in a candle for your loved one to honor and remember them, please call Debbie or stop into the rectory. Thank you!

Non-Catholics are invited to join us in prayer. We kindly remind them not to come

forward to receive Holy Communion. Catholics who are new to our Parish are

asked to please introduce themselves to Fr. Chris after Mass. Registration may be done

at the rectory during office hours or by dropping the parish membership form in the collection basket. “Active” parishioners are those who are registered, join us regularly for the celebration of the Mass and use the

weekly donation envelopes. Only in this way can we issue

documents attesting to Parish Membership and Catholic practice.

September 4, 2016

PARISH MEMBERSHIP

Name_________________________________

Address_______________________________

_____________________________________

Zip________________

Email_______________________________

Phone No.___________________________

Check One:

New Registration/Envelopes____ Change of Address____

What a way to honor your loved ones! Altar Candles, Bread & Wine and Sanctuary

Lamp Memorial Gifts are available to be purchased throughout the year.

Each intention will be memorialized for the entire week and announced in the bulletin for friends and family to pray for!

Saturday, September 3rd 4:30PM ♥ Confession

5:30PM ♥ Happy Anniversary Mom & Dad - Son, Mark

Sunday, September 4th , 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time 10:00 AM ♥Salvatore Bianco - Daughter Joanne ♥Giusippa & Maria Antonia Caravello - Daughter ♥Nancy Ali— Mr. & Mrs. Angelo Russo & Family

MONDAY MASS RETURNS NEXT WEEK!

Labor Day, Sept. 5th - Rectory Closed Tuesday, September 6th 9:30 AM ♥Tiffiny Gulla—Gail Bracco Wednesday, September 7th 9:30 AM ♥Antonio & Rose ScottoDiClemente—Sylvia

Thursday, September 8th 9:30 AM ♥Recovery of Addy Wardrope - Anna & Bridget

The Bread and Wine is offered this

week at mass in memory of bob

& stella orefice requested by

son, mark.

The sanctuary lamp

burns this week in memory of

Bob & stella Orefice requested

by son, mark.

The altar candles burn this week

in memory of bob & stella orefice

requested by son, mark.

September 4, 2016