The Parish of Resurrection-Ascension 85-25 61st Road, Rego Park, New York 11374

(718) 424-5212 www.rachurch.net

Sunday Mass Schedule

Monday-Saturday: 9am Saturday Vigil: 4pm Sundays: 9:00am, 11:00am and 12:30pm (Spanish)

Masses are also livestreamed on our website and Facebook

HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH

Letter from our Pastor

Dear Friends, Merry Christmas to all! We sing it in song; we proclaim it in word—this special “joy to the world.” We cele-brate the fact that our savior has been born among us! What does it all mean? On this feast of the Holy Family, what did it mean to Mary and Joseph? This birth meant the world to them! They were a couple who undoubtedly went through many tests and trials along the way; they were people of little means, who barely had a place to stay, yet they welcomed the child with love. He was the real gift that first Christmas day, wrapped not in fancy paper but in swaddling clothes. So, as we celebrate Christmas, we celebrate the birth of our savior—but also the lessons he taught us: That the poor matter, and deserve our care and attention; That despite our sins and selfishness, Christ will come to us; That we all need this savior, who can show us the real gifts in our lives; That even in the darkest places, we need never feel alone; That we can be ambassadors of welcome, reminding all we meet that they are not alone, that love has been born in our midst. Peace and Blessings this Christmas, to you and yours! Father Tom

A word of thanks… THANK YOU to all who donated gift cards for our Advent Giving this year. It gave special joy to oth-ers in need this Christmas season. THANK YOU to all who helped decorate the church for the Christmas season! Also, thank you to all who made generous donations toward the Christmas flowers. Thank you for helping to add to our church's beauty. May God bless you.

If you are interested in having your child baptized here at Resurrection-Ascension, or at Our Lady of the Angelus, please contact the rectory at (718) 424-5212. Our receptionist will be happy to help you!

Si está interesado en que su hijo(a) sea bautizado aquí en Resurrección-Ascensión o en Nuestra Señora del Ángelus, por favor comuníquese con la rectoría al (718) 424-5212. ¡Nuestra recepcionista estará disponible para ayudarle!

Upcoming Baptism Dates at Resurrection-Ascension

February 27, 2021 in English February 28, 2021 en español

April 24, 2021 in English April 25, 2021 en español

Upcoming Baptism Dates at Our Lady of the Angelus

January 24, 2021 in English January 23, 2021 en español

March 28, 2021 in English March 27, 2021 en español

May 23, 2021 in English May 22, 2021 en español

RESURRECTION-ASCENSION CHURCH, REGO PARK  

NOVENA DEL DIVINO NIÑO JESUS

Invitamos a todos nuestros feligreses a unirse a nosotros para la Novena del Divino Niño Jesús el domingo

3 de enero de 2021 en la iglesia, inmediatamente después de la Misa de las 12:30 pm. ¡Todos son

bienvenidos! Vengan y sean testigos de las maravillas de esta hermosa devoción. Demos gracias al Divino

Niño por todas las bendiciones recibidas. Los esperamos!

Carta de nuestro Párroco Queridos amigos, ¡Feliz Navidad a todos! Lo cantamos en los himnos; lo proclamamos de palabra --este especial "gozo para el mundo". ¡Celebramos el hecho de que nuestro Salvador ha nacido entre no-sotros! ¿Qué significa todo esto? En esta festividad de la Sagrada Familia, ¿qué significó para María y José? ¡Este nacimiento significó todo para ellos! Eran una pareja que sin duda pasó por muchas pruebas y retos en el camino; eran per-sonas de escasos recursos, que apenas tenían un lugar donde quedarse, sin embargo, acogieron al niño con amor. Él fue el verdadero regalo ese primer día de Navidad, no envuelto en papel elegante sino en humildes pañales. Entonces, al celebrar la Navidad, celebramos el nacimiento de nuestro Salvador, pero también celebramos las lecciones que nos enseñó:

• Que los pobres son importantes y merecen nuestro cuidado y atención; • Que a pesar de nuestros pecados y egoísmo, Cristo vendrá a nosotros; • Que todos necesitamos a este Salvador, que puede mostrarnos los verdaderos dones de nuestra vida; • Que incluso en los lugares más oscuros, nunca debemos sentirnos solos; • Que podemos ser mensajeros de bienvenida, recordando a todos los que encontremos que no están solos, que el Amor ha nacido a nuestro alrededor.

¡Paz y bendiciones en esta Navidad para ustedes y los suyos! Padre Tom

Unas palabras de agradecimiento... MUCHAS GRACIAS a todos los que donaron tarjetas de regalo para nuestro Adviento este año. Han dado una alegría especial a los necesitados esta temporada navideña.

¡MUCHAS GRACIAS a todos los que ayudaron a decorar la iglesia para la temporada navideña! También, gracias a todos los que hicieron generosas donaciones para las flores navideñas. Les agradecemos por ayudarnos a incrementar la belleza de nuestra iglesia. Que Dios les bendiga !

Thank you to all who contributed to our Christmas Flowers this year!

Marianne Abene… In memory of Charles Arthur Abene & Myrna Ellis Catherine Albaneze...In memory of the Albaneze & Antoncic family members Mr. & Mrs. Richard Arena… In memory of Laura & Ricky DeSimone, Denis, Stan, Lena, Anthony, Sam & Margaret Arena Lucia Veronica Ayala...In memory of Lucia Donoso, Mauro Ayala, Flérida Donoso Stephen Bartalini & Regina Asaro… In memory of Concetta Russo, Carmela Asaro, Antonio Russo & Diego Asaro Belon family… In memory of Bob Belon & our deceased family members and friends Mr. & Mrs. Walter Bolger … In memory of deceased members of the Bolger & Carney families Mr. & Mrs. John Campione… In memory of Frank Meditz & Vincenza Campione Mr. & Mrs. Sadiri Castaneto… In memory of Salvacion & Nicolas Bunanig, Gil Castaneto & in honor of Nenita Castaneto Linda Catterson… In memory of Frances & Annie Catterson, Emma & Julius Penn, Katie & John Muller, Loretta & Paul Muller & Marge Penn Mr. & Mrs. Christian Colasuonno… In memory of Kathleen & Peter Dolan Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Corey… In memory of Angela & Neal Forte, Neal Forte, Jr., Wanda & Fred & family Kathleen Ducey… In memory of Patrick & Eleanor Ducey, Patrick Ducey, Jr., deceased members of the McCarthy family Mary Ellul… In memory of Anna & Philip Brady, Anna & Patrick O’Connell, Ann & James Mullen, Anthony Ellul, Mary O’Connell Mr. & Mrs. William Engstler… In memory of Robert & Eva Schnurer Mr. & Mrs. Frank Fazio… In memory of Frank & Mary Fazio, Angie & Pete Cotavito Patricia Gallo… In memory of Felicia, Sigbert & James Broad Mr. & Mrs. Edward Geraghty… In memory of Martin & Mary Geraghty, Martin & Ann Geraghty, John & Bridget Dillon, deceased family, friends & neighbors Mary Gibbons… In memory of Ed & Barbara Gibbons Bridie Grogan… In memory of deceased members of the Crehan & Grogan families Mr. & Mrs. John Harrington… In memory of deceased members of the Harrington & McDaniel families John Jorgensen… In memory of Helen & John Jorgensen, Helen & William Bader, Nick Darby, Jerry Bernardo, Amelia & Paul Gregus, Rita, Artie & Brian Dunne Mr. & Mrs. Donald Kelly… In memory of James & Elizabeth Kelly, Dr. LeRoy & Mrs. Mildred Levinson, Rev. Msgr. John. C. Tosi, Rev. Msgr. Vincent P. Dooley, Rev. Thomas Catania, deceased family and friends Maura Kelly… In memory of deceased members of the Kelly and Levinson families Mary Killeen… In memory of James & Mary Cawley, Tina & Steve Finnerty, Patrick Killeen, Sr., Patrick Killeen, Jr., Mary & Bridget Killeen Hilda LaTorre… In memory of Alejandro Hoyos, Ricarda Portillo, Waldo & Lucy, Julia Hoyos, Hilda Navia Barbara Levinson… In memory of Dr. LeRoy Levinson, Mildred Levinson, Ronald Levinson Wai Li… In memory of Yun King Lee, Shu Ching Lee Mr. & Mrs. John Lynch… In memory of Pauline & Eamon Lynch, Jack Lynch, The Beamont family, Mary Donaldson, Siobhan Mulroy Mary Mahoney… In memory of John Mahoney Maureen Mahoney-Neil… In memory of John Mahoney Mr. & Mrs. Carmelo Maldonado… In memory of Lowen & Lillian Chin, Marie Eng, Christina Maldonado and Carmelo Maldonado, Sr (continued on next page…)

Christmas Flower donations continued... Jeremiah McCabe… In memory of James & Elizabeth McCabe, James & Ella McCabe, Bernard & Joan McCabe, Robert & Joan McCabe Mr. & Mrs. Thomas McCabe… In memory of deceased members of the Malley and McCabe families Angela McCarthy… In memory of Dr.Alan Berdan, Dorothea Phillips, Carmen Chang, deceased members of the McNulty and McCarthy families Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Mitchell… In memory of Mr. & Mrs. John Mitchell, Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Flynn Frances Mollica… In memory of Vito & Victoria Bua, Camille Moore, Vincent Zumpano, Peter Geremia Joan Morrissey… In memory of William Morrissey, Patrick Daly, Michael Murphy, Catherine & Crohane Daly Nora O’Connor… In memory of David & Bridget Fleming, Patrick O’Connor, Mary Eaton, Josie Samson Richard Panarella… In memory of Louis & Constance Panarella, Thomas & Mary Minerva, Erasmus & Maria Panarella Mr. & Mrs. Alvin Penn… In memory of the deceased members of the Catuogno & Penn families & in honor of the living members of the Catuogno & Penn families Joseph Petardi… In memory of Michael, Antonia & Nicholas Petardi Migdalia Reyes… In memory of Bonocio Reyes, Elba Vazquez, in honor of the Reyes and Vazquez family Carol Scacalossi… In memory of Ann & Jim Brennan, Helen, John & Janet Scacalossi, deceased members of the Brennan and Scacalossi families Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Scagluiso… In memory of Robert & Virginia Moriarty, deceased members of the Moriarty & Lynn fami-lies, the Curran & Carroll families, Scagluiso & DelGenio families Mr. & Mrs. John Schmidt… In memory of Linda & Bill Houston, Robert Santucci, Libby & Ernie Fiore Francine Sciandra… In memory of Louis & Josephine Pisano, Frank Sciandra, Sam Raciti, Mr. & Mrs. V. Sciandra Barbara Stoddard… In memory of Mary & Charles Eckelt, Elizabeth Klein Griselda Taveras… In memory of Maria & Luis Taveras & family Ann Tully… In memory of Patrick Tully Josephine Villa… In memory of Jose Villa Jocelyn Villa-Marinescu… In memory of Jose Villa Mr. & Mrs. Charles White… In memory of Marie Train Ferrara, Charles White, our grandparents, deceased family mem-bers, and in honor of Marian White Other donors... Mr. & Mrs. Angel Almazan Chloe H. Badroe Marie Bellucci Zoila Bonilla Mr. & Mrs. Robert Burke Mr. & Mrs. Michael Burzynski Mary Ann Cabarrubia Carlos Campoverde & Marie Pinguil Mrs. & Mrs. Alonso Carrero Dicky Chandra & Lily Jahja Mr. & Mrs. Victor Chi Lolita Cordero Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Cristal Joan Darby Ana Diaz & Martha Diaz

Martin Dunne Bill & Gladys Estrella Sal & Rosemary Favia Kathleen Fitzpatrick Anne Hagarty Sandokan Hurst Mr. & Mrs. James Kania Mr. & Mrs. Dariuz Kizior Ronald Kralick Patrick Lee Mr. & Mrs. Herbert Maierle Maria Menacho Mr. & Mrs. John Murphy Ana Monegro Joseph Moravec

Sean Ogle Eduardo Orellana Mr. & Mrs. German Orellana Victoria Osorio Patricia Peelen Barbara Reilly Mr. & Mrs. F. Ruebenacker Sandy Ruiz Steve Sabella Irene Seigies Gloria Setka Stephen Patrick Skilling Mr. & Mrs. Stanislaw Wilczewski Valerie Williams Mr. & Mrs. Metodiev Zuluaga

HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH

Rectory: 61-11 85th Street, Rego Park, NY 11374 (718) 424-5212 / (718) 639-8679 FAX

Rectory Hours: Monday-Friday: 9am-noon & 1-5pm Sunday: 9:30am-12:30pm

Inquiries can also be submitted through our website https://rachurch.net/contact-us

Pastoral Staff Rev. Thomas G. Pettei, Pastor Rev. Richard Conlon, Parochial Vicar Msgr. Robert J. Thelen, Parochial Vicar Rev. Basilio Monteiro, Weekend Presider Msgr. Denis Herron, In Residence Mr. Emanuel Bologna, Director of Music Mrs. Joann Heppt, Academy Principal Mrs. Ana Puente, Business Manager/Pastoral Associate Sr. Xaveriana Ngene, SSpS, Religious Education Mr. James Shearer, Youth Minister

Rectory Staff Debbie Gross, Receptionist dlgrectory@aol.com, or ext 10 Heather Belon, Bookkeeper hbelonra@aol.com, or ext 12 Cathy Mesa, Tuition Officer/ Receptionist ratuition@aol.com, or ext 16 Andrea Martinez, Sunday receptionist

Resurrection-Ascension Catholic Academy (718) 426-4963 raschool443@aol.com www.racatholicacademy.org

Confessions: 11-11:30am Saturdays in the rectory

The Sacrament of Baptism takes place once a month*. Please call the Rectory for schedules and infor-mation on registration.

The Sacrament of Marriage- please call the Rectory for scheduling*. According to Diocesan policy, arrange-ments must be made six months in advance.

Religious Education/Faith Formation please kindly call 718-533-7898 or email rareled238@gmail.com.

FIRST FRIDAY

This Friday, January 1st, is the First Friday of the Month. The following have been enrolled in the

Perpetual Mass Society:

Edward McCabe Frieda Hocevar Mary English Victor Lile Mercado James Lynch Family Paddy Higgins

Sanctuary update

When we introduced the new tabernacle into the sanctuary of the church, it required some other adjustments, including the elevation of the statue (to locate the tabernacle underneath it) and shifting the presider’s chair to the side. Actually, we were told by the construction crew that it was fortunate that we moved the statue now, since it had become loose over time. It may well have come crashing down if it was jarred or dusted with too much force! So there was some minor inconvenience, but we hope that by this weekend everything is secure and in a fitting place for both our celebration of the Eucharist and for devotional prayer before the Blessed Sacrament at other times. Thank you for your patience.

Aviso acerca del santuario Cuando colocamos el nuevo tabernáculo en el santuario de la iglesia, necesitamos hacer algunos otros ajustes, incluyendo elevar la imagen de Jesús (para ubicar el tabernáculo debajo de ella) así como mover la silla del celebrante hacia un lado. De hecho, el equipo de construcción nos informó que afortunadamente movimos la imagen en este momento, ya que se había aflojado con el tiempo. ¡Si no hubiese sido así, quizás se hubiera derrumbado al ser limpiada o sacudida con demasiada fuerza! Así que hubo un pequeño inconveniente, pero esperamos que ya para este fin de semana todo esté seguro y en un lugar adecuado tanto para nuestra celebración de la Eucaristía como para la adoración y devoción ante el Santísimo Sacramento. Les agradecemos mucho su paciencia.

School News Congratulations to these students who demonstrate the quality of helpfulness just like St. Nicholas!

Kindergarten A Nicholas Bustamante Kindergarten B Adriana Stickney Grade 1 Alicia Gutierrez Grade 2 Eliana Isakov Grade 3 Jacob Gong Grade 4 Mia Meyo Grade 5 Ethan Valenciana Grade 6 Justin Popa Grade 7 Joseph Ayala Camou Grade 8 Ivana Lopez 

DECEMBER 27, 2020 Today is the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Please remember in your prayers those

who are sick:

Deceased: Francis Grenet

Saturday, December 26th 4:00 Al Grogan, req by his wife Bridie and family Sunday, December 27th– Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph 9:00am Patrick Heaney, req by Bridie Grogan and family

11:00am Agnes McGann, req by Bridie Grogan and family

12:30pm Julio Rodriguez (bday), req by the Lopez family ——————————————————————–——————————————————————————————--—————–

Monday, December 28th 9:00am Paula and Robert Lee, req by Marie and Tina Panas

Tuesday, December 29th 9:00am the Lutheran family, req by Marie and Tina Panas

Wednesday, December 30th 9:00am Patrick, Abina and Gerard Harrington, req by their son and brother John Harrington and family

Thursday, December 31st 9:00am Agnes McGann, req by her family 4:00pm Vigil Felix DeGuzman, req by Marie and Mica Bernas

Friday, January 1st– Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God 11:00am First Friday Perpetual Mass Society 12:30pm For the intentions of the presider

Saturday, January 2nd 9:00am For the people of the parish -Catherine Crowley, req by Cepta Lynch -Conor Moran, req by Cepta Lynch -Rita Fahey, req by Cepta Lynch -Patrick Flaherty, req by Cepta Lynch -for the health and intentions of Carol and Brian McBride, req by Cepta Lynch -Ana Bui Nhu, req by Mai Vu and family

4:00pm Michael Bologna, req by his wife and family

Sunday, January 3rd – Epiphany of the Lord (Is 60:1-6 Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6 Mt 2:1-12)

9:00am Piotr Jarosz, req by his wife Stanislawa

11:00am Peter Dolan, req by Mike and Mary Clarke

12:30pm Carmen Lopez, req by the Lopez family

MEMORIALS

The Wine and Hosts will used this week for the intentions of our parishioners.

The Altar Candles will be lit this week in loving memory of Charles Fallon, requested by Ni-cole, Zach, Maryssa, Charlie and Heather.

The Candle at the Statue of the Blessed Moth-er will be lit this week in loving memory of An-thony Pappalardo, requested by Renee Pappa-lardo and family.

Vahide Atlas Kurt Burger

Richard DeNardo Jane Donlon

Ida Fernandes Msgr. Vincent Fullam

George J. Harms George M. Harms

James Leung Gerry Liberatore Mary Loughnane

Mary Ellen Lustberg

Nora Lydon Patrick McCabe

Paula Narva Grace Radonicic

Frank Rahill Maureen Rahill Barbara Ravert Mary Sammon

Madeline Silecchia Rose Tantillo

RECTORY CLOSED

The Rectory office will be closed tomorrow, December 28th and on New Year’s Day.

RECTORIA CERRADA

La oficina de la rectoría estará cerrada mañana, 28 de diciembre y el primero de

enero, día de Año Nuevo.

Exposition of the Holy Eucharist takes place on Thursdays, following the 9am Mass until noon in church. Please join us.

Tenemos Exposición del Santísimo en la iglesia los jueves, después de la misa de las 9 am hasta el mediodía. Vengan a adorarle!