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

$5,885.00

$6,185.00

February 14th: First Sunday of Lent

Last week’s church offering Average weekly expenses

FROM THE PASTOR…

Dear Parishioners, We often lament how the permanence of marriage is watered down by so many nowadays. This is not only reflected in infidelity and divorce, but also in the personalized vows sometimes pro-posed for the wedding ceremony: ―I will love you as long as our love lasts….‖ A recent newspaper article provided some refreshing relief. It mentioned how some couples are now making a conscious decision to proclaim the permanence of their marriage by having, not physical rings, but rings tattooed on their fingers. Once you get it, said one groom, there’s no turning back. Sometimes words like ―always‖ or ―forever‖ get inked into the tattoo as well. A bride said, ―You can’t take it off, you can’t lose it, you can’t put it in your pocket, which some men do to show the world they’re not married‖. Then there’s the cost factor: a lot less than traditional jewelry, especially if the couple pro-vides the design. Of course, if things don’t go happily ever after, the ring becomes a daily, in-the-flesh reminder of a failed relationship. Removing the tattoo could take four or five sessions ($400 per session) at a Laser and Skin Surgery Center. That’s part of the cost factor too. Speaking of the permanence of marriage, today is World Marriage Sunday and an opportunity for married couples to renew their wedding vows at Mass. We present each couple with a symbolic token, called the Puzzle of Life. It’s a crystal-clear plastic box containing four chips with symbols of things all couples want in their life together: a heart standing for love; a dollar sign standing for pros-perity; the classic symbol representing peace; and a smiley face standing for happiness. The prob-lem is: the box is needs to be unlocked to get them out. We’re not talking about a key or combination here, but a simple movement that results in lib-erating the chips. There are those who will grab the instructions immediately and skip the figuring out. There are others who will work on this for themselves and take a real shot at solving the puzzle. The latter group might be a good metaphor for what a lasting marriage is all about. Anything worthwhile in life takes some time and some effort, and the permanence of a mar-riage relationship is no exception. Hang in there. -Father Jerry Jecewiz

SECOND COLLECTION NEXT WEEKEND: BLACK AND INDIAN MISSIONS This national collection has been taken up for 131 years now. It helps build the Church in Afri-can-American, Native American and Alaska Native communities from coast to coast. Religious edu-cation programs and human-service ministries depend on this generosity to spread the Gospel of Jesus by helping meet unmet needs.

February 14th: First Sunday of Lent

THIS WEEK’S EVENTS

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) Monday, February 15th: 9:00— Edward Mirecki (7 Year Anniversary Remembrance) (Mirecki Family) Tuesday, February 16th: 9:00— Halina Goldblat Budzinska Poland (Waclaw Szymankiewicz) Wednesday, February 17th: 9:00— Deceased of the Boyle Family (Family) Thursday, February 18th: 9:00— Rosita Quiros (Rodelino Quiros) Friday, February 19th: 9:00— People of St. Raphael’s Parish Saturday, February 20th: 5:00pm— Madeline B. Boehler (Alex and Robert Boehler) AND Anna Rossi (Deceased) (The Rossi Family) Sunday, February 21st: 8:00— Erick F. Gonzalez (12th Anniversary Remembrance) (Mom, Dad, Kevin Gonzalez and Family) 9:45—KOREAN MASS 11:00— Margie McMahon (2nd Anniversary Remembrance) (Alex and Robert Boehler) AND Francisco Soto (Teresa Vila) 12:30— Olga Medrano (Deceased Anniversary) (Her Daughter Rosa) AND Jhonny Baque (Deceased) (Familia Baque)

Mass Intentions for the Week of February 14th

(Fumio Tanai photo)

UPCOMING BAPTISM DATES:

In English: 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 Satur-days 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 for children infected with the Zika virus.

Sun., Feb. 14:

First Sunday of Lent

Valentine’s Day

World Marriage Day (Marriage Vows Renewal at

Masses)

No Rel. Ed. Classes today

Mon., Feb. 15:

President’s Day

Rectory office closed

Tues., Feb. 16:

7:30 pm - Spanish ―Via Crucis‖, followed by Bible Study

Wed., Feb. 17:

Feast of the 7 Holy Founders of the Servite Order

9:30 am—English ―Stations of Cross‖

12 noon—Golden Age Bingo

7 pm—Spanish Rosary + Praise

Thurs., Feb. 18:

10:30 am to 12 noon—Food Pantry

7 pm—Deanery meeting (MBH)

7:30 pm—Choir practice

Fri., Feb. 19:

Day of Abstinence

7 pm—Spanish Faith Formation for Children

Sat., Feb. 20:

12 noon—Spanish bap-

tisms

1:30 to 3 pm—Food Pantry

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.

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)

WORLD MARRIAGE DAY THIS SUNDAY, FEB. 14TH:

All married couples are invited to renew their marriage vows during the English and Spanish Masses this Valentine’s Day weekend.

Featuring live, magical

entertainment by the

Celtic conjuror, Jerry

Mc Jecewiz and his side-

kick, Dudley O’ Duck.

ESTUDIO BIBLICO Cada martes a las 8:00 pm en el sótano de la iglesia. Tema para cuasresma: La Victoria de Jesus so-bre 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 rectoría. To-dos 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 trabaja en la iglesia de Reina de los Angeles, está or-ganizando una peregrinación a la Basílica de Nuestra Señora deGuadalupe 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 Miseri-cordia. Para más información y reservación, pueden llamar a reina de los Angeles (718-392-011).

EL RINCON HISPANO

BASES DE UN BUEN MATRIMONIO CRISTIANO

1. Permitir que Dios ocupe el primer lugar en el matrimonio (Cf. Salmos 127:1, 2) 2. Reconocer que los componentes de la pareja provienen de mundos diferentes y por tal mo-tivo, respetar las diferencias. 3. No permita que las presiones alrededor afecten la relación matrimonial: dificultades en el trabajo, escasez económica, cansancio, desánimo, entre otras. 4. Respeto mutuo. Medir lo que decimos a nuestra pareja. No ofenderla y ser cuidadosos de no causar heridas. 5. Mantener una buena comunicación: diálogo permanente—así sea por teléfono–, después de dedicarse a los hijos sacar por lo menos una hora diaria para hablar juntos mirándose a la cara, no descuidar palabras gratificantes como ―te amo‖, ―me haces falta‖, ―Significas mucho para mí‖ 6. Renunciar al orgullo que nos impide reconocer que cada uno de nosotros también comete er-rores. No pensemos que ―siempre tenemos la razón‖ 7. Oren uno por el otro. La oración es fuente de poner.

VIA CRUCIS EN ESPAÑOL: Cada martes durante la cuaresma

a las7:30 pm

HOY: DIA MUNDIAL DEL MATRIMONIO

Todas las parejas casadas están invitadas a renovar su consentimiento matrimonial du-rante la misa.

RETIRO—SABADO 5 DE MARZO—EN EL SALON DE ABAJO (SALON DE MICHAEL BRENNAN)

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 professionals who provide valuable information regarding ser-vices and benefits; referrals to Catholic Charities programs and other community resources; as well as lim-ited 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. RAPHAEL’S CHURCH.

THIS ‘N THAT 1. 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. Raph-ael’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.

2. In Observance of President’s Day weekend, there are no Religious Education (CCD) classes today, and the rectory office will be closed this Monday.

3. Congratulations to the catechumens and candidate from our parish who go to the Rite of Election today. At that event, Bishop Di Marzio personally greets them and calls them to the Easter sacraments (Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation).

4. The UNITED 40’S CIVIC ASSOCIATION meets this coming Thursday, Feb. 18th, 7:00 pm, in St. Teresa’s Parish Center )44 St. & 50 Ave., Woodside. Hear the Precinct crime report, words from elected officials or their reps, and info on outreach projects in and for the neighborhood.

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

HAPPY VALENINE’S

DAY, MOSES!