NOVEMBER 8, 2015 THIRTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Christ … will appear a second time … to bring salvation to those who eagerly await him. (Hebrews 9:28)
November marks the final month in the Church year, a time when we reflect on death, the Second Coming of Christ, and the life that is to come. In his first coming, Jesus entered the world humbly, as a child. But his return will be much different. This time, he will come in glory as Judge and Ruler.
The Old Testament prophets foretold “new heavens and a new earth” (Isaiah 65:17). Isaiah prophesied that when the Messiah comes in glory, the whole earth will be made new. There will be no fighting between people or between nations. Evil will be destroyed; peace will reign. “The wolf shall dwell with the lamb,” and perfect peace will reign (11:6).
In the New Testament, the Book of Revelation gives us an even richer set of images. John tells us, “I saw a new heaven and a new earth” and “the holy city” (Revelation 21:1, 2). He saw a place where God “will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there shall be no more death or mourning, wailing or pain” (21:4). Such a beautiful description would make any of us long to see the kingdom come!
Instead of trying to push aside any thoughts about death and dying, let’s treasure passages like these. Let’s welcome the thought of one day being with Jesus, and let’s eagerly await his coming. There will always be a fearful element in the thought of death, and our fear of the unknown may never go away completely. But fear doesn’t have to control us. We worship a God who is faithful and merciful!
Scripture promises, “If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved” (Romans 10:9). This is a free gift from God (Ephesians 2:8). So let’s embrace this gift, and look forward to our heavenly home.
“Jesus, I believe in you! Fill my heart with a longing for heaven.”
With permission of the Word Among Us, Copyright 2014
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Thank You!
Saturday November 7
5:00 Deceased Members of the
Knights of Columbus
Sunday November 8
7:30 All Souls Novena
9:30 Charles Barone
11:30 Caterina & Marco Santori
5:00 Roy & Raymond Devaney
Monday November 9
6:45 All Souls Novena
12:15 Raymond Marchetti
Tuesday November 10
6:45 All Souls Novena
12:15 Philip J. Harnan
Wednesday November 11**
9:00 Deceased Members of the
Rabenda Family
Thursday November 12
6:45 Gabriel J. Mulligan
12:15 Piero Rajic
Friday November 13
6:45 Jane & Louis Saverio
12:15 Theresa & Aurelio Gelardi
Saturday November 14
8:00 Living & Deceased
Members of the Parish
5:00 Alfonso & Rosaria LaFalce
Sunday November 15
7:30 Louis Barone
9:30 Richard & Judy Darcy
11:30 Charles Sutera
5:00 Monique Sanson
**Please Note there is only one Mass on Wednesday, November 11that 9am in Honor ofVeterans Day
The Bread & Wine
Used during the Masses this week are in
Loving memory of
Edward & Mildred Pinckney
The Sanctuary Candle
Is lit this week in
Loving Memory of Thomas Mcmahon
PARISH INFORMATION
Calvary Cemetery
62 Lagrange Avenue, Poughkeepsie 473-4222
Caring Committee Parish Office at 473-4222
Community of Praise Prayer Group Meetings
Praising God and Prayers for Healing
Monday-7:30 PM Bill Haag 462-3669
C. Y. O. Chris Fields 462-8790
Knights of Columbus Peter Stafford 462-2110
Parish Council William Kennedy 462-4717
Meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM in
The Nativity Center
Health Care Ministry Doris Kennedy 462-4717
Senior Program Val Brown 471-7567
Youth Ministry Grace McNamara 636-0514
Music Ministry Jackie Hourani 223-3439
Catholic Charities 452-1400
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Every Friday from 7:30 AM-12:00 noon.
ROSARY–(Mon.-Sat.) after theFirst Mass of the day.
MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA
Monday after the 12:15 PM Mass
ST. MARTIN de PORRES NOVENA
Wednesday after the 12:15 PM Mass
ArchCare Navigation-Need help caring for yourself or someone else? Totally Free! Call- 855-951-CARE
CARE NET PREGNANCY CENTER 845-471-9284
Sisters of LifeHope & Healing After Abortion
Women -866-575-0075/
Men-877-586-4621/
FLOCKNOTE’S-Stay connected to the Parish and the Archdiocese. Text Martin to 84576 or go to Flocknote.com/smdppough to sign up.
PASTORAL INFORMATION
If you arenew to the parish and would like to register you may do so by filling out the registrationform in the vestibule of the church or printing a form off the parish web site and returning it to theparish office via collection basket or mailing it to 118 Cedar Valley Rd. Poughkeepsie NY, 12603, or stop by the parish office. If you are a parishioner need to update your information, please e-mail updates to . Please let us know if you have an address, phone # or e-mail address change; are moving out of the parish; or if a family member is sick and would like to be visited by a priest or a deacon. page2
REMEMBER OUR SICK
Christopher LaFalce, Robert Stoutenburgh, Peter Cavaliere, Pat Drain, Anthony Coviello, Josephine Bohac, Mary Marquardt, Genie Rudmann, Michael Micik,Nenesio Serrano, Joseph Boback, Joe McKeown,Karen Iovane, David Tracey,Alyssa Szymanski, Madeline Cannella,Ann Fields, Joan Callagy, Patrick Fraleigh, James McLaughlin, Andrew Tallon, Eileen Donovan Ballantine, Peter Nelson, Joseph DeAngelo, Erika Clayton, Nancy Albertson, Paulette Hoffman, Anthony Tomasselli, Cathie Geerlings, Stephanie & Kevin Gieseler, Ralph Fiorio, Laura Ardito, John Carpenter, Mae Stringer & Katherine Torrens.
MILITARY SERVICE
We would like to remember all of our parishioners serving in the Armed Forces, at home, but especially those serving overseas. Please remember especially: Pvt. 1st Class Evan Simeon; LT. Ryan Henebery; Sgt. Christopher Wilks; Arm. Robert Wilks; Pvt. Donald Schneider; Sgt. Philip D. Percesepe, USMC; Sr. Airman Anthony DiMase; Corey R. Tag; E-4 James LeRoy, US Army; Ens. Kathryn Munson; Sgt. Vincent A. Fiorillo; Airman Frank Lauria; LT. Eric Hung, USN; Petty Officer 3rd Class Robert J. LaBarbera, III U.S.N.; PVT2 Ronald D. Biro; Sgt. Marc Coviello; Michael Wagner, Army; Pvt. Nathan Wentworth; Petty Officer 3rd Class Brian Brandon USN; Sgt. Levi Santagate, USMC; AM2 (AW) Bridgit Stratton; Capt. Eddie Preisser, US Army; Sgt. William Haas, USMC; Airman 1st Class Preston David Wtulich, USAF; Richard Milliot, 2nd Mate; Major Benjamin Hung, US Army; LCPL Aidan Steckley USMC.
Bereavement Group
A Journey from Grief to Healing
This group, led by Deacon Vic, will begin its seven week series on Tuesday, November 10that 7:00pm in the Nativity Center, back room.Next topic “to emotionally relocate the deceased and move on with life”. All are invited to attend.
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Please Join Us for a Memorial Mass
Saturday, December 12th
At 11:30am for
Richard M. Tuite,
Fr. Dan’s Dad
A light reception will follow
in the Nativity Center
Senior Corner
School Supplies- We will once again be collectingNew school supplies to donate to St. Martin de Porres school. Supplies include pencils, pens, crayons, markers, notebooks, erasers, rulers, etc. A box will be at the center Thank you for your support of our school.
November 17th– Mohegan Sun in Connecticut. Bus leaves 8:00 am. $35.00 each.
December 14th-Christmas party Cappuccino’s 12:00-4:00. 3 meal choices. Bob Martinson DJ $25.00
December 15th–Special show-one day only. Westchester Broadway Theatre: Andy Cooney-An Irish Christmas. Bus leaves 9:15. $75.00 members, $80.00 nonmembers.
Help Support our
Veteran’s & Troops this Holiday Season
From now until the holidays the Senior Center will be collecting items for: the Veterans at Castle Point & Montrose & the troops serving overseas (Semper Fi Parents of the Hudson Valley). Some suggested gifts for Veteran’s during the Holidays: calling cards, liquid soap, body wash, socks, shaving cream, tooth paste & brushes, Efferdent, combs, t-shirts, zip up sweatshirts, sweat pants, flannel shirts. Some suggested gifts for our troops: Single serve Coffee, tea, powdered drink mix, protein bars, sugar & cereal boxes, lip balm, Jerky & disposable razors. For a complete list of do’s don’ts please visit stmartindeporres.org click on Ministries then Senior Center, then support our veteran’s troops.
Mt. Alvernia Craft Fair- Will be held on Saturday, November 14th9am-4pm. 158 Delavergne Ave,
Wappingers Falls.
St. Mary’s Craft Fair - 2 Convent Ave., Wappingers Fallswill be held onSaturday, November 14thfrom10am-4pm
Regina Coeli44th Annual Arts & Crafts Show-Saturday, November 21st, 9am-3pm, 4337 Albany Post Rd., Hyde Park
Fr. Jonathan Morris
To speak at
Good Shepherd Church in Rhinebeck
Fr. Jonathan Morris, well-known television commentator and author on religious and ethical issues, will speak at Church of the Good Shepherd’s Brogan Center, Rhinebeck, on Sunday, November 8th, at 4:30 PM. His topic: “Real Serenity in a Chaotic World and Church: Is it Possible?”
Contemporary Worship Music
God's Grace Contemporary Worship Band will bejoining our music ministryat the5pmMass onSunday, November 15th!Come enjoy a different contemporary style of music within the Mass setting. All are welcome!
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Ways to Support
St. Martin de Porres School
Target- Take Charge of Education:
Register your card designating SMDPS School code 10910). The school will Receive 1% of your total bill.
Tools for School: Register your Price Chopper AdvantEdge card designating SMDPS (code 16284).
Box Top for Education &
Campbell Soup Labels:
Send in box tops and labels for the school to receive credit for supplies.
A+ Bonus Bucks: Register your S&S card designating SMDPS (school code 07838) and the school will earn money. All you have to do is: Log on to to register online OR Dial 1-877-275-2758 to register your card
Please visit the PSA website for all information regarding our committee and events.
www.teacherweb.com/NY/StMartindePorres/PSA/.
Birthing Center in Ghana, West Africa.
Join us for aFundraiser Auction, Nov. 15th, 2-4pm, Marist College student Cabaret Lounge, to support and get an updateon the Birthing Center in Ghana, West Africa. Auction features holiday items, homemade goods, art, gift certificates, 50/50, plus a chance to win a Toshiba Laptop door prize. Admission $10 includes beverages, desserts & door prize entry (2 entry tickets with advanced purchase). Contact or 845-575-3595 or 575-3601.
First Saturday Club for
People with Disabilities
The First Saturday Club will be held on Saturday, November 7, at St. Martin de Porres Church, Cedar Valley Road, Poughkeepsie. The Rosary will be at 10:00 am, followed by Mass at 10:30 am. A luncheon, prepared by the Host Parish, will follow. For further info contact JoAnn – 462-3186or Elizabeth at 454-2340.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
“For we do not have a high priest who in unable to sympathize with our weaknesses…” Be strengthen in your marriage/holy orders on the next worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend, November 16th-18th. For more information go to wwme.org or call 877-nys-wwme, ex. 3.
Pilgrimage to Rome with
His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan
The Archdiocese of New York celebrates the Extraordinary Jubilee year of Mercy together with the Eastern Lieutenancy of the order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem. 8 day pilgrimage to Rome, April 1-8, 2016. Participate in the Papal Mass on the feast of Divine Mercy! For Brochure call 516-605-1551 or e-mail . Deposit deadline: November 20, 2015.
Catholic Widows& Widowers
The Catholic widows and widowers of Dutchess and Putnam Counties will meet on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm in the parish meeting room at Saint Kateri Church, 1925 Rt. 82, LaGrangeville. 845-223-3097.
Wreath Fineries Gala
Please join us for this year’s Ladies Night Out at Locust Grove on Friday, November 13th @7:00pm. Fashion show, Raffles, Holiday shopping, special entertainment and more. Catered by the Crooked Rooster. Featuring Warmed kettle cooked potato chip station, Local Vegetable station with handmade guacamole, local cheese with seasonal fruit station and more; Hors D’oeuvres served butler style include Franks wrapped in pastry puff, margarita grilled gulf shrimp lollipop, Grilled marinated chicken satay with Thai peanut sauce, Vine ripenedtomato bruschetta with fresh mozzarella, and more. Dessert includes Chocolate dipped strawberries & bananas, assorted pastries, cakes and Pies. Cocktails, Tea and coffee. Cost $40 dollars per person, seniors $20. For more information and to get registration form go to stmartindeporres.org and click on news/events.
Please join us at the St. Martin de Porres Annual Ecumenical Advent Prayer Service as we “Prepare the way for the Lord” during this Season of Advent. Homilist: Bishop Andy Dietsche, Episcopal Diocese of New York Presider: Bishop Gerald Walsh, Catholic Archdiocese of New York. Monday November 30, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm, St. Martin de Porres Church. Refreshments to follow in the Nativity Center.
"We have not yet reached that goal [full unity] but we are convinced that the Holy Spirit continues to move us in that direction, notwithstanding new difficulties and challenges. Your presence here today is an indication of how the shared tradition of faith and history between Anglicans and Catholics can inspire and sustain our efforts to overcome the obstacles to full communion." (Pope Francis' address to the members of ARCIC; April 30, 2015.)
Girls’ Day-By-Day-Agape (DDA) Retreat
Thurs. Nov. 12- Sun. Nov. 15: For and BY high school teens 15+ years old. Teen TEAM members present talks on their own lives, struggles and triumphs in Christ; Friars, adult Team and CYFM community help facilitate and support. Come to this amazing weekend of prayer, listening, sharing, growing, and feeling the love of Christ. Disconnect from stress and reconnect with what truly matters while enjoying a weekend full of laughter, prayer, music, wonderful meals and other awesome teens,no matter where you are in your spiritual journey. $140. pp for materials, meals & lodging, for info and application contact CYFM or visit our website: click on “events” Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Flocknote: CYFMGarrison.Capuchin Youth & Family Ministries, 781 Route 9D, PO Box 192, Garrison, NY (845) 424-3609.
Give the Gift of Life
Knights of Columbus
Nurse Ministry
Fall Blood Drive
Sunday, November 22nd,
in the Nativity Center. 8am-2pm.
If you are between the ages of 16-75 years (76 over with a note from your physician), please consider donating blood. No appointment is necessary.
FOOD FOR THE POOR
As we look forward to our Christmas Season, the people of the community are in need of foodstuffs. As we have done in past years, we are looking for non-perishable foods as well as frozen turkeys and hams. We will be delivering the food to the Franciscan Handmaids in New York on Tuesday, December 16th, so if you can deliver the turkeys and hams to the rectory during regular business hours before Friday, December 11thwe would greatly appreciate it. All other foods can be left in the back of the Church. Thank you for your continued support in this matter as well as in your support of the poor of Poughkeepsie.
Birthright
Do you have a few hours a week that you would like to share with us? Birthright is having a volunteer training onNov. 14thfrom9:00 am to 3:00 pm. For more information contact the office at845 473-1300or Honey-Jo at914 475-9434.
Dutchess County Interfaith Council
Presents:
Giving Thanks for 40 years
Interfaith Music Festival
Sunday, November 22nd @ 2:30pm
Church of St. Kateri Tekakwitha
1925 Route 82, Lagrangeville
Mariapolis Luminosa Nativity Scenes Display,
Visit more than 200 Nativity scenes from every continent of the world,200 Cardinal Rd., Hyde Park, NY
December 1-30, 2015
Sat. & Sun. 1-5:00pm
Mon.-Fri. 2-5:00pm
Other times by appointment
Suggested donation $5.00
For more information call845-229-0230 ex. 127
STORY HOUR FOR PRESCHOOL
Please join us on Thursday, November 19th, for Story Hour for Pre-Schoolers. It will be held at the School Library at 10:00 AM. Please call the school at 452-4428 to make your reservation today!
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thank you for participating in
the sharing our gifts campaign
Thank you to all the families
who participated in our campaign
and committed to
increasing their offertory!
Your generosity ensures
a more stable financial future
for our parish.
If you have not yet participated,
please prayerfully consider
helping the parish by increasing your
weekly contribution.
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