Liturgical Ministries
Quinceañeras
Funeral Liturgy
Baptism
Reconciliation
Eucharist
Confirmation
Matrimony
Anointing of the Sick
Holy Orders
Quinceañeras
Funeral Liturgy
Baptism
Reconciliation
Eucharist
Confirmation
Matrimony
Anointing of the Sick
Holy Orders
THANKSGIVING MASS
Held the Tuesday evening before Thanksgiving, this Mass provides us with an opportunity to give thanks to the Lord for all our blessings. Food is collected at this Mass for the Food Pantry. Blessed bread and a blessing prayer are distributed to become part of your Thanksgiving meal.
Held the Tuesday evening before Thanksgiving, this Mass provides us with an opportunity to give thanks to the Lord for all our blessings. Food is collected at this Mass for the Food Pantry. Blessed bread and a blessing prayer are distributed to become part of your Thanksgiving meal.
NEW PARISHIONERS MASS
Our parish is blessed with continued growth and renewed enthusiasm as we welcome new parishioners in our midst. Once a year, we celebrate all recently enrolled members of our parish family. New and old parishioners are invited to a Welcoming Mass which is followed by a reception hosted by the Parish Council in the rectory dining room.
Our parish is blessed with continued growth and renewed enthusiasm as we welcome new parishioners in our midst. Once a year, we celebrate all recently enrolled members of our parish family. New and old parishioners are invited to a Welcoming Mass which is followed by a reception hosted by the Parish Council in the rectory dining room.
EXPECTANT FAMILY MASS
During the year, the parish honors expectant families and families who have adopted a child. There are special prayers and blessings for these families a weekend Mass. The celebration continues with a reception in the rectory dining room hosted by the Parish Council.
During the year, the parish honors expectant families and families who have adopted a child. There are special prayers and blessings for these families a weekend Mass. The celebration continues with a reception in the rectory dining room hosted by the Parish Council.
CORPUS CHRISTI MASS AND PROCESSION
Every Spring, we celebrate the Solemnity of Corpus Christi. Weather permitting, we have an outdoor procession of the Blessed Sacrament. The Procession concludes with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at an altar set up in the parking lot. All are invited.
Every Spring, we celebrate the Solemnity of Corpus Christi. Weather permitting, we have an outdoor procession of the Blessed Sacrament. The Procession concludes with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at an altar set up in the parking lot. All are invited.
CHRISTMAS BLESSING & ENTHRONING OF THE FIGURE OF THE INFANT JESUS IN THE FAMILY MANGER
Our young people are invited to bring a figure of the Infant Jesus from their family crèche to the 5:00PM Mass on Christmas Eve. This figure is blessed during Mass then returned to the family crèche where the figure of the Infant Jesus is enthroned in the manger. A brief ceremony for the placing of the figure of the Infant Jesus is distributed for use at home.
Our young people are invited to bring a figure of the Infant Jesus from their family crèche to the 5:00PM Mass on Christmas Eve. This figure is blessed during Mass then returned to the family crèche where the figure of the Infant Jesus is enthroned in the manger. A brief ceremony for the placing of the figure of the Infant Jesus is distributed for use at home.
BLESSING OF THROATS
The annual blessing of throats is a traditional sign of the struggle against illness in the life of the Christian. This belssing has been associated with St. Blase and will be given after all the Masses on February 3.
The annual blessing of throats is a traditional sign of the struggle against illness in the life of the Christian. This belssing has been associated with St. Blase and will be given after all the Masses on February 3.
WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION:
Once a year, couples celebrating their 25th or 50th anniversaries are invited to attend a designated Mass on Sunday morning. After the Mass, all are invited to a reception in the rectory dining room hosted by the Parish Council.
Once a year, couples celebrating their 25th or 50th anniversaries are invited to attend a designated Mass on Sunday morning. After the Mass, all are invited to a reception in the rectory dining room hosted by the Parish Council.
MASS OF REMEMBRANCE
The parish family wishes to assure all those who have lost a dear one during the past year that we are ever here with our prayers and support. During the month of November, a special Mass of Remembrance is scheduled for the family members of the deceased. Parishioners are invited, and following the Mass, the Parish Council provides a reception in the rectory dining room.
"We believe that all the ties of friendship and affection which knit us as one throughout our lives do not unravel with death." (From the Vigil Service for the Deceased)
The parish family wishes to assure all those who have lost a dear one during the past year that we are ever here with our prayers and support. During the month of November, a special Mass of Remembrance is scheduled for the family members of the deceased. Parishioners are invited, and following the Mass, the Parish Council provides a reception in the rectory dining room.
"We believe that all the ties of friendship and affection which knit us as one throughout our lives do not unravel with death." (From the Vigil Service for the Deceased)
ALTAR SERVERS
Holy Family is looking for boys and girls who wish to serve at the altar. If you are interested and have parental permission, contact Fr. Patrick, our Parochial Vicar, or pick up a form in the Religious Education Office. All boys and girls, 4th grade and up, who are members of our Parish are welcome.
If you misplace your copy of any monthly schedule, you may pick up a new one in the Sacristy.
Holy Family is looking for boys and girls who wish to serve at the altar. If you are interested and have parental permission, contact Fr. Patrick, our Parochial Vicar, or pick up a form in the Religious Education Office. All boys and girls, 4th grade and up, who are members of our Parish are welcome.
If you misplace your copy of any monthly schedule, you may pick up a new one in the Sacristy.
Ministers of Hospitality
Rosa Obregon (914) 632-7868
Gary Flynn (914) 636-3272
This ministry is open to all members of the community either as individuals or in family groupings. Ushers/Ministers of Hospitality greet the people as they enter the church building and help them feel welcome. They take up offerings, distribute Sunday bulletins and other handouts, and assist in clearing the worship space of unnecessary and forgotten articles after the liturgy. They serve at one of the designated times for the liturgy as scheduled.
Rosa Obregon (914) 632-7868
Gary Flynn (914) 636-3272
This ministry is open to all members of the community either as individuals or in family groupings. Ushers/Ministers of Hospitality greet the people as they enter the church building and help them feel welcome. They take up offerings, distribute Sunday bulletins and other handouts, and assist in clearing the worship space of unnecessary and forgotten articles after the liturgy. They serve at one of the designated times for the liturgy as scheduled.
Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist
Contacts
Ministers at Mass and
Ministers to the Homebound
Fran Gray, (914) 235-2582 [email protected]
Willingness to serve as an Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist at Mass and/or bring Communion to the homebound reflects not only your response to your Baptismal call to serve the people of God but also a commitment to Christ as you share in the ministry of the Church. You offer the Eucharist, recognize the Body of Christ in those to whom you offer the Eucharist, and ultimately act as the Body of Christ by fully participating in the life of the parish and the wider community. Training to become an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion is offered during the year.
Contacts
Ministers at Mass and
Ministers to the Homebound
Fran Gray, (914) 235-2582 [email protected]
Willingness to serve as an Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist at Mass and/or bring Communion to the homebound reflects not only your response to your Baptismal call to serve the people of God but also a commitment to Christ as you share in the ministry of the Church. You offer the Eucharist, recognize the Body of Christ in those to whom you offer the Eucharist, and ultimately act as the Body of Christ by fully participating in the life of the parish and the wider community. Training to become an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion is offered during the year.
Ministry of Lector
Contact:
Mary Agnes Shelley, (914) 235-4308
Syd Schneider, (914) 235-5056 [email protected]
Youth Lectors Coordinator: TBD
Adult Lectors
Lectors are members of the parish community who proclaim the Word at Sunday and daily Masses. Proclaiming the Sacred Scriptures and at times, voicing the Prayers of the Faithful are an integral part of the liturgy. Not only do Lectors need to be effective communicators, but they need to absorb and express the message of the Word. Training and preparation is provided once a year as well as ongoing formation. Your commitment to the Ministry of the Word is a gift to all of us at Holy Family.
Youth Lectors
We are delighted to have Youth Lectors proclaiming God’s Word at our 9:00AM Family Mass every Sunday. Training is scheduled for young people from the fourth grade through high school. We ask our young parish members to consider this important ministry in the Church.
Contact:
Mary Agnes Shelley, (914) 235-4308
Syd Schneider, (914) 235-5056 [email protected]
Youth Lectors Coordinator: TBD
Adult Lectors
Lectors are members of the parish community who proclaim the Word at Sunday and daily Masses. Proclaiming the Sacred Scriptures and at times, voicing the Prayers of the Faithful are an integral part of the liturgy. Not only do Lectors need to be effective communicators, but they need to absorb and express the message of the Word. Training and preparation is provided once a year as well as ongoing formation. Your commitment to the Ministry of the Word is a gift to all of us at Holy Family.
Youth Lectors
We are delighted to have Youth Lectors proclaiming God’s Word at our 9:00AM Family Mass every Sunday. Training is scheduled for young people from the fourth grade through high school. We ask our young parish members to consider this important ministry in the Church.
Welcome!
Music Ministry
Contact:
Heather Hall,
Director of Music
[email protected]
914.632.0673 (Rectory Phone Number)
724.880.3862 mobile phone
Roma Grogan,
Children's Choir Director
[email protected]
ADULT CHOIR REHEARSALS are on SUNDAYS from 10:00-10:45am in the Music Office (September through June). Men and women of all ages and abilities are welcome to join in preparing to lead the singing at the Sunday 11:00 am Masses as well as select other occasions during the church year including Holy Week, Christmas, and the annual Bereavement Mass.
CHILDREN'S CHOIR REHEARSALS are on Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 pm in the Music Office (September through May). Children in grades 1-8 prepare to lead the singing at the Sunday 9:00 am Masses. Please join us!
“Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing.” - Ps.100
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Want to explore the Catechism of the Catholic Church regarding Liturgy?
http://www.vatican.va/archive/ccc_css/archive/catechism/p2s1c2a1.htm
especially #1140, #1156, #1176, and #1191
Contact:
Heather Hall,
Director of Music
[email protected]
914.632.0673 (Rectory Phone Number)
724.880.3862 mobile phone
Roma Grogan,
Children's Choir Director
[email protected]
ADULT CHOIR REHEARSALS are on SUNDAYS from 10:00-10:45am in the Music Office (September through June). Men and women of all ages and abilities are welcome to join in preparing to lead the singing at the Sunday 11:00 am Masses as well as select other occasions during the church year including Holy Week, Christmas, and the annual Bereavement Mass.
CHILDREN'S CHOIR REHEARSALS are on Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 pm in the Music Office (September through May). Children in grades 1-8 prepare to lead the singing at the Sunday 9:00 am Masses. Please join us!
“Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing.” - Ps.100
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Want to explore the Catechism of the Catholic Church regarding Liturgy?
http://www.vatican.va/archive/ccc_css/archive/catechism/p2s1c2a1.htm
especially #1140, #1156, #1176, and #1191