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Adult Choir
The choir sings at the 11:30 AM Mass each Sunday and provides the music for the
important feasts during the church year. It also prepares for two major concerts
each year, one at Christmas and the other in the Spring. Membership in the choir is
open to all who have a love for singing and a sincere interest in enriching liturgical
worship through the medium of music. Previous musical experience is helpful, but not
essential. The choir rehearses each Tuesday at 7:45 PM in the church. Those
who wish to join are invited to come to a rehearsal and meet with the director.
Contact: David Close, (718) 268-6251
Altar Server
Society [website]
This ministry of service at the altar of God is designed for young men and women of the
parish, beginning in the 5th grade. Both public school and parochial school children
are welcome. Servers perform their role at Sunday Masses, weekday Masses (parochial
school only), funerals, and weddings. There are periodic meetings and special
outings that take place during the year.
Contact: David James, (718) 268-6251
Bible Study Group
Parishioners interested in learning more about the Sacred Scriptures meet frequently
under the direction of one of the priests or a qualified lay person. A planned
course of study is followed in an informal atmosphere, with time for discussion and
questions. The group gathers Mondays at 7:30 PM in the rectory meeting room.
Contact:
The Rectory,
(718) 268-6251
Cub
Scouts
Cub scouts is a junior division of the Boy Scouts of America. In their oath,
Cubs promise to love God, their families and learn about the world. Pack 44
meets at the school on the 1st and 3rd Friday evening of every month during the
school year. The pack also goes on educational and fun day trips on several
weekends throughout the year. Currently, enrollment is open to all boys who will
be in 1st or 2nd grade beginning in September, '00.
Contact: Richard Allen, (212) 596-9295
Extraordinary
Ministers of Holy Communion
[website]
Eucharistic Ministers take Holy Communion to the homebound and those confined to
nursing homes and hospitals within the parish. They also serve as Ministers of the
Cup and distribute the Eucharist at any Mass as needed. The special
commission for this important ministry is given in accord with a prescribed rite and after
proper and appropriate instruction. It is understood that this commission can be
used only with the confines of the parish in which the minister has been installed.
The frequency of ministering is a personal commitment, usually weekly or bi-weekly.
Contact:
Deacon Greg Kandra, (718)
268-6251
Faith Sharing Prayer
Group
This Prayer Group provides the opportunity to pray together and study the Gospel, as
well as share with one another faith-affirming experiences. The group meets every
other Friday at 7:30 PM in the convent basement (RCIA room). Exact dates will be
announced in the bulletin.
Health Ministry
[website]
Our Christian faith
embraces the whole person. Parish health ministry enables people to overcome
the obstacles that keep them from healthy living. Our earliest endeavor is to
provide free blood pressure monitoring. As the ministry develops and needs
emerge, further services will be provided. The tests take place on the first
Sunday of each month from 10:00 AM 1:00 PM in McLaughlin Hall.
Lectors
A group of men and women have been entrusted with the responsibility of proclaiming
God's holy Word to the assembly of the faithful. In the performance of their role in
the liturgy, they become the medium through which God communicates with His people.
Training sessions are provided and periodic meetings are held.
Contact: The
Rectory,
(718) 268-6251
Leisure Club
This association facilitates and fosters companionship and provides a varied program
of social activities for its members, such as parties, creative arts, lectures, video
shows, card games, and other enjoyable diversions. Additionally, bus trips, tours of
popular interest, and special celebrations are scheduled throughout the year.
Membership is open to persons fifty-five years of age and older who have some affiliation
with the parish. Those who do not reside within the parish are also welcome as
members. Meetings take place on two Thursdays per month in McLaughlin Hall (school
auditorium).
Nocturnal
Adoration Society
Parishioners convene for a Holy Hour before the Blessed Sacrament for an hour of
Adoration, followed by Benediction. The congregation reads prayers from the Book of
Hours and there are opportunities for petitions. The Holy Hour takes place from
7:30
PM - 8:30 PM on the third Thursday of each month in the Church.
Pastoral
Care Program
A full program of spiritual care for those who are elderly or infirm is carried on
by a group of dedicated parishioners.
Holy Communion is brought twice a week to the Parkway and North Shore Hospitals and to three local nursing homes. Mass is regularly celebrated for nursing home residents. Holy Communion is brought regularly by appointment to those confined to their homes. Parish priests are on call to bring them spiritual and sacramental care. Persons who are seriously ill should request the Sacrament of Anointing. In an emergency, please call the rectory at any time - day or night.
Communal Anointing of the sick is offered three times annually. Persons who are elderly, in frail health, and/or anticipating surgery avail themselves of this special prayer of the Church.
Pastoral Care volunteers:
a. Prepare the list of Catholic patients in hospital, prior to the visit of a Eucharistic
Minister.
b. Provide assistance to nursing home residents, bringing them to and from the area where
religious services are conducted.
Additionally, the Pastoral Care
Program provides assistance, information, and referrals in all areas of social service.
Services are free of charge and available to all, regardless of religion and church
affiliation. Volunteers are always welcome.
Contact:
Dennis Francis Portelli, (718) 268-6251
I. Children in Public School
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Wednesday afternoon from 3:15 – 4:30 PM for Levels 1, 2, 3, & 4
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Wednesday evening from 7:00 – 8:15 PM for Levels 5, 6, & 7
Children begin attending classes in 1st Grade, receive the sacraments of Reconciliation and First Eucharist in 2nd grade and the sacrament of Confirmation in 7th grade. There is a two-year preparation to receive a sacrament. We ask that parents attend special meetings regarding the sacraments.
It is the belief of those involved with the Religious Education Program that the parents of our students are the primary teachers of religion. Parents set the good example of attending Mass every week, encouraging prayer at home, and forming their child’s conscience.
II. RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)
RCIA is a journey of Faith through the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation. RCIA provides ways to:
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Learn more about the Catholic Religion
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Become a Baptized Catholic
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Complete the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist
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Participate fully in the life of the Catholic Church
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Reaffirm your faith
Group Meetings are held on Thursday evenings at 7:30 PM.
Contact: Deacon Bill McNamara, (718) 263-0907 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays (9:30 AM - 4:00PM) for further information.
Religious Gift
Shop
This unique store is located off the main entrance to the
Church. Books, icons, rosaries, and other religious articles for sale at modest
prices. Open on Saturday night after the 5:00 PM Mass and on Sunday after the 8:30,
10:00, 11:30 AM, & 1:00 PM Masses.
Sacred Music
Society
Membership in this society provides parishioners and friends with the opportunity to
support and preserve fine programs of sacred and classical music. Through its
efforts, the Society seeks to sponsor the continued development of music appropriate for
liturgical worship, as well as high-quality seasonal concerts for the community at large.
Membership is open to all who have a desire to help support and maintain high
standards of music in our parish.
Contact: David Close, (718) 268-6251
Single Adults Group
[website]
The OLQM Single Adults Group is dedicated to providing opportunities to interact on social, spiritual, service and
educational levels for personal enrichment and fulfillment. Shared experiences by those in the single state
should result in closer ties to the spiritual life of the parish and more active
participation. Members participate in a variety of social, spiritual, cultural and service activities, including dinners, talks, entertainment and networking with other Catholic adult groups in the NYC area.
Open to all currently single adults -- never married, separated/divorced or widowed.
All those 21 and over are welcome, especially targeting those between 35 and 55.
We meet in the rectory basement the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 PM.
Call our special hotline at (718) 361-3201 for information on upcoming events or
click on our title above to access our webpage.
Contact: Denise DeMaria, (718) 361-3201
Social Action Committee
[website]
Description
coming soon.
Ushers
(Ministers of Hospitality)
Ushers assist the parish community at weekend liturgies and other special occasions.
They help gather the offerings of the faithful and act as ministers of hospitality,
making the entire congregation feel warmly welcome.
Contact: John Gregory, (718) 268-6251