Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary time September 15, 2013

Rejoice with me because I have found my lost sheep The Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Southampton, NY

Welcome to the Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary

Daily Mass Mon. Wed. Thurs. Fri. at 12 noon Tue. at 8:00 am First Saturday 8:00 am

Weekend Masses Saturday: 5 PM Sunday: 8 AM, 9:30 AM, 11 AM, 12:30 PM (in Spanish) and 5 PM

Reconciliation Saturday: 4 PM - 4:45 PM

Ministry to the Sick For communion at home or Anointing please contact the Parish Office.

Baptism Please contact the Parish Office to schedule an appointment.

Marriage Arranged at least six months in advance, please call the Parish Office.

Pastoral Team: Rev. Michael A. Vetrano, Pastor In Residence: Rev. Msgr. William J. Gill John Moran, Deacon Carl Sanfilippo, Deacon Jennifer Ferrantino, Director, Religious Education Suzanne Marchisella, Parish & Cemetery Secretary Jo Ann Morse, Director of Music Bill Kunzer, Plant and Facilities Manager Parish Leadership:

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Finance Committee Fred Weinfurt (trustee) Pat Jordan (trustee) Jay Diesing John Neknez

Parish Office 168 Hill Street Southampton, NY

Pastoral Council In formation Liturgy Jack Hanlon Consolation Sr. Barbara McKenna, RSM Adult Faith Formation Jennifer Ferrantino

Becoming A Catholic We welcome those who would like to become Catholic and adult Catholics who have never received formal religious education and/or sacraments. Contact the Parish Office. Human Resources of the Hamptons — Help for those in Need The Human Resources Program volunteers reach out to meet the temporal needs of the elderly, the housebound, and the poor of our parish and community. Our parish Care for the Caregiver Program delivers hot meals to families in need of this kind of help on Wednesday evenings. Call the Human Resources Office for information and assistance.

P: 631-283-0097, option 0 F: 631-283-3836 W: www.shjmbasilica.org E: [email protected] M-F 9 AM - 4:30 PM Weekend by appointment

Fr. Mike Vetrano E: [email protected] Religious Education Office P: 631-283-0508 E: [email protected]

Our Lady of Hamptons School Sister Kathy Schlueter, CSJ 160 North Main Street Southampton, New York 11968 P: 631-283-9140 E: [email protected]

Human Resources of the Hamptons Maryann Tupper, Director P: 631-283-6415 E: [email protected]

Apostolado Hispano Rev. Steve Grozio 631-283-4379 Cell: 631-375-1001 Vincentian Fathers 631-283-9647

BASILICA PARISH OF SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS & MARY Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time :: September 15, 2013 Readings: Ex 32:7-11, 13-14; 1 Tm 1:12-17; Lk 15:1-32 Mission Statement: We are a Eucharistic centered people, who by following Christ’s teaching, join together to love and serve those in spiritual and physical need in our community. Liturgical Ministers Schedule Saturday, Sept 21 5 PM Father Bill Gill SERVERS S. Brady, Lenahan Family E.M.’S M. Adamczyk, M. Lynch, P. Madison LECTORS K. Rothwell Sunday, Sept 22 8 AM Father Ed Kiernan SERVERS M & W Bellucci, L. Martin, E & J Terry E.M.’S D. Dwyer, M. King, C & J Mottern, J. Taranto LECTORS K. King-Bush, S. Nielsen GREETERS K. Moffa SERVERS E.M.’S LECTORS GREETERS

9:30 AM Father Mike Vetrano Malone Bros., M. Terry, O. Valle T. Alegria, N. McCulley, M. McDonald, Sr. B. McKenna, J. Neknez M. Neknez, M. Picarillo J. McCulley

LECTORS GREETERS

11 AM Father Bill Gill May Family S. Adelane, L. DeRobertis, P & P . Jordan, S. McCulley G. Bauer, J. Cleary C. Brown, C. Butler

SERVERS E.M.’S LECTORS

5 PM Father Mike Vetrano M. Donovan, H. Reyes N. Conroy, S. Oldakowski, G. Reisig K. Rossi, D. Sacco

SERVERS E.M.’S

ALTAR MINISTRY ALTARS: — September, M. Nugent, M. McLane ALTAR CLOTHS: G. Bauer HAND LINENS - September 2-15—K. Ciriello SOUTHAMPTON HOSPITAL September 15—J & C Mottern September 22— HAMPTON CENTER September 15—J. McCarthy September 22—J & C Mottern Rosary—September 19—M. Lane

Mass Intentions for the Week of September 16-22 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Saturday Sunday

12:00 8:00 12:00 12:00 12:00

5 PM 8:00

9:30 11:00 12:30 5 PM

Roger Westerhoff John I Phillips Gordon Williams Matthew Loughran Jacques Bodeau & the intentions Of his wife, Yvonne Bodeau on their 50th Anniversary Cathy & Bret Gates (L) William L. Zaluski, Jr., Harriet & William Zaluski, Sr. & Barbara Corwith People of the Parish Susan Gioscia, Christopher Jordan, JoAnn Oakley Mass in Spanish Robert James Branch

Memorial donations To donate the flowers on the altar or bread and wine and/ or candles offered at Mass each week, please contact the parish office.

Financial Realities and Stewardship The September 8th collection was $10304.00. Catholic University collection was $2812.00. Thank you for your generosity!

Pastor’s Letter September 14/15

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Dear Parish Family, September is a special month. Of course I am prejudiced since I was born in September. But I am not alone in my delight in this month. It is a time of new beginnings for every student, a month that reminds us of summer’s warm days and gives us a hint of autumn. September also grips us in another way. It was on one of those September days just 12 years ago that our country was forever changed. A perfect blue day on which terror came into our lives. It is interesting how and why we hold onto memories. I found it difficult this week to watch the news replay of images of falling towers, crashing planes, terror in the streets and the seeming endless funerals for fire fighters, police officers, rescue workers, and ordinary citizens who fell that day. It was a painful time but it was also a very special time. It was a time of heroes and gratitude, a time when all of us seemed to pull together and to be especially thankful for each other. Several years ago I was invited to take part in an oral history project with the rescue workers who labored at the site of the World Trade Center. An oral history project allows people to speak on camera and tell their stories. We interviewers simply asked some questions to help the person begin. Everyone I spoke with had a personal story of the horrors they witnessed on that day and the days that followed. At the end of the interview we asked if there were something to be learned from their experiences. This was the most powerful part of the story. Almost everyone we spoke with said that these days were difficult but special and that there was a way that people worked together, respected each other, and seemed free of the ordinary petty complaint and tension that so often divide us. They spoke of how important it was not only to hold onto memories of friends who were lost but also to that amazing experience of community and cooperation that they discovered. This kind of memory is at the heart of Christianity. The memory of Jesus, the memory of his life, his words, and most of all his love for us is something that we hold onto to help us live our lives each day. In a way the key thing about community is helping each other remember. In this month of September we mourn the loss of those who gave their lives on 9-11-01 and we are thankful for the power of community that we continue to discover. Sincerely yours in Christ,

Rev. Michael A. Vetrano

A Note from Religious Education Director: Jennifer Ferrantino Jesus said “Let the little children come to me” as we welcome the students and families back to Religious Ed please pray for our program! Thank you for celebrating Catechetical Sunday with us! Classes begin Sunday September 22, 2013 and Wednesday September 25,2013 if you have not yet registered please do so as soon as possible. Registration forms are available on our web page. Calling All Teachers:

Please contact me with any questions at 283-0508 or [email protected]

St Francis Blessing of the Animals Join us at 10 AM on Saturday, October 5th, to celebrate the blessing of all our furry and feathered friends! St. Francis is known for blessing all creaƟon as a sign of God’s love and care for us. Our blessing will take place on the great lawn alongside our church (in case of rain we will go inside) There will be prayer, music, a treat for all the pets, and of course God’s special blessing on those who bring us such great joy.

Do Your Want to Become a Catholic?

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Weekly meetings to discuss the Catholic faith beginning with an “inquiry” phase to answer questions and explore some of the teachings of the Church. Becoming a Catholic is not a class, but rather a process. We are all on a faith journey throughout our lives… we recognize that every path is different!! Those needing to complete the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist are invited to attend. If you are interested, please call the Parish Office at 631-283-0097 Ext. 0

Religious Education

Teacher Meeting Saturday September 21, 2013 please join us.

A Message From USCCB

Our Lady of the Hamptons The 2013-2014 school year has begun for the 300 students of our Regional Catholic school. Families are urged to consider the place of Catholic education in their children’s lives. Information leading toward enrollment for the 2014-15 school year is available at the school. (There is currently space available in the kindergarten and pre-school classes. The annual Bucks for Books raffle to benefit OLH is beginning now, and will culminate in the grand drawing on December 16, with the big winner claiming the $12,000 jackpot. Tickets are available at the school 283-9140.

Our Lady of the Hamptons now stands as the only Catholic elementary school on the East EndSouth Fork of Long Island. Outstanding academics, especially on Math and Language Arts, a strong Fine Arts program of music, art, dance and drama and a growing Science and Technology program are enhanced by the teaching of our Catholic faith. Parish and community outreach and participation on the wide extra-curricular activities. Despite a difficult economy and increased demands upon the parish budgets, the school is now actively seeking investors from among the parish, local and wider communities as they seek to raise the final funding necessary to complete and furnish the interior of the classrooms. The estimated deficit is approximately eight hundred thousand dollars. We invite anyone who is willing to consider the possibility of a memorial gift in any amount to visit the school, call for an appointment (283-9140) or visit the website www.olh.org where a full video of the constriction project is available. Brochures are available in the vestibule of the church. The need to continue, expand and reap the benefits of a true Catholic education is essential as we face the future of our Church and country. We cannot put a price on the effect your gift may have, but promise prayers of gratitude and support , as well as the knowledge that you have truly helped to make a difference! Thanks so much! We hope from you! Sister Kathryn Schlueter, CSJ Principal

Regional School News

Early in 2009, the community of Our Lady of the Hamptons Regional Catholic School embarked upon a major campaign to raise funds for the proposed construction of a full-scale gymnasiumWellness center and four additional classrooms to accommodate the growing student population. Thanks to the parent, student, parish and local communities, as well as a few major foundations, close to three million dollars was raised. The first physical education classes and inter-school athletics competitions were held beginning in January of this year!

Adult Faith Formation :: September 23 at 7 PM Faith and Health Care Decisions What every Catholic needs to know

Faith Formation and Adult Education

Fr. Mike Vetrano Modern medicine is both wonderful and frighteningly complicated. Just 50 years ago people were born and people died without much to consider or decide about. Today things are different. Many have already faced difficult health care decisions for family members. We wonder who will decide things for us if we cannot make our own decisions. Many wonder what a person of faith should think about life support, artificial nutrition, organ donation, and the care of the seriously ill. This evening will explore the changes in medicine and the development of Catholic medical ethics. This will be a practical evening, giving you the information you need to prepare for these decisions. It will also be spiritual since the way we face these issues if often a profound encounter with our faith, trust, and belief.

Career Planning Strategies Workshop — September 21 Have you considered changing your career or job or finding a new direction in your life? Have you been adversely affected by the declining job market and are seeking new employment? If you have recently been displaced from a position, you know how difficult it can be to find new work. Going on an interview can be stressful and sometimes terrifying. The landscape is competitive and changing quickly. Social media can affect your job search. This full day workshop will show you how to confidently plan, organize and succeed in your job search in a supportive environment. The program will meet on Saturday, September 21, 2013 from 9:00am-4:00pm at The Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary Parish Center. Career Planning Strategies Agenda Getting started: creating an action plan and portfolio of accomplishments Resume writing: learn to write an effective resume and other important preparation How to brand yourself: the power of being different Job search strategies: finding a job is a full time job

The program will be facilitated by Dr. Deborah B. Sorgi and Robert V. Barcia. Dr. Sorgi is a sales, marketing, and operations executive with general management and global experience in educational publishing. She is an adjunct professor, faculty mentor and in-service facilitator for an online university where she teaches Strategies for Success and Career Development. Mr. Barcia is a communications strategist with 10+ years of experience in social media, public relations, marketing, team development and brand messaging in health and educational publishing.

Career development is an ongoing process. Indicate your interest today and get one step closer to personal and professional fulfillment. Youth parishioners are invited to attend too! Call or Email Father Mike and tell him to reserve a spot just for you! Seating is limited. Please RSVP by Friday, September 13th at [email protected] or 631-283-0097 x311. Bring your own lunch!

Year of Faith Diocesan Pilgrimage to the Basilica Shrine of the Immaculate Conception Washington, D.C.

Saturday, September 28th, 2013

Undertaking a pilgrimage to a specific holy site, as an individual or with others, helps the Christian prepare for the journey, the high point of which is the encounter with God, through Christ, in the power of the Spirit in the midst of the church. Pilgrimage is a transforming practice which opens us to the gift of the indulgence for ourselves and for others. It gives renewed meaning to the rites and rituals which are gifts of our faith and which serve to deepen our connection to God through Christ and to one other.

Join us for a day of prayer, reflection, reconciliation and Eucharist. For further information and to reserve your seat: Please contact Your Parish Coordinator: Gina Arresta 287-3122 [email protected]

Year of Faith Pilgrimage

For the Christian, pilgrimage is a way of life. Our life on earth is a continuing journey towards complete union with God in the kingdom. From earliest times, Christians have journeyed to defined spaces and places to practice pilgrimage as a spiritual exercise for growth in faith.

Pilgrimage to Lourdes & Shrines of the Sacred Heart

Join us for an information meeting on Monday, September 9th at 7 PM in the rectory or contact Father Mike at 631-283-0097.

In Sympathy Dr. Richard Lennon We mourn the passing of Dr. Richard Lennon on September 8th. A prayer service was held at Brockett Funeral Home on September 11, 2013. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Our sympathies go out to his wife, Nancy, children, Laura, Richard, Jr., & Allison. He is also survived by his sister, Lorraine and several nieces and nephews.

Celebrate our Jubilarians! Sr. Kathy Schlueter celebrated 50 years as a Sister of St. Joseph on September 8, 2013!

Thank you to them for all their years of dedication .

St. Pius X Enriched Living Facility “Caring for Those who Cared for Us” The special collection for retired priests, living at St. Pius X Enriched Living Facility, will take place the weekend of September 21/22. Our Priests, at retirement, often have given forty years or more to the mission of our Church and bringing people closer to Christ. The St. Pius X Residence enables these dedicated men who need extra care and attention to live at a facility that provides them with that special care, while still enabling them to serve as active fully engaged members of the community. The Catholic Church of Long Island is blessed and privileged to be able to care for our senior priests - men who have dedicated their lives to serving God and our community. We welcome your support of this important endeavor. For more information or to donate online go to www.drvc.org/stpiusx or call 516-379-5210 ext 229 for more information.

We pray for the sick of our Parish and Community Winnie Chin

John Bishop

Robert O’Shea

Suzanne Parillo

Jean Kearns

Gwendolyn Porter

John Cuccia, Sr.

Eileen Finlay

Roger Williams

Robert Melter

Daniel Sheerin

Stan Witkowski

Anne O’Brien

Anna Norsic

Filomena Marciw

Stephanie Golio

Emil Norsic

J T Welker

Khristina Muller

Marcelle Enne

Peg Jordan

Rev. Eugene McGovern

Dr. Dominic Sacco

Aubrie Press Rodecker

Bruce Peterson

Prayer and Spirituality

Sr. Mary Assunta Boyle & Sister Mary Therese Harvey are celebrating 60 years as Sisters of Mercy on September 21, 2013 at Our Lady of Mercy Academy in Syosset.

GIRL SCOUT PRAY AND PLAY DAY All Girl Scouts, Brownies through Senior Girl Scouts are invited to the Girl Scout Pray and Play Day on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Island in Eastport, New York. Crafts, fun and prayer will begin at 9:30 a.m. and conclude with Mass at 2:45 p.m.

For information, call (Marsha Terry Parish Scout Coordinator and/or Diocesan Catholic Scouting office, 516-678-5800, ext. 245)

Parish Events

Birthright of Peconic Walk for Life Indian Island Park, Riverhead :: Saturday, October 12, 2013 9 AM—1 PM Sign up for the Annual Walk for Life on September 28/29th at all the Masses. Live Music and prize drawings for all who attend.

Rain or Shine!

Ministry of Praise for Life comes to SHJM This fall we are beginning a ministry of praise for life. A ministry of praise is made up of parishioners who agree to set aside some time each day to pray for an important cause. Here at SHJM our ministry of praise will be dedicated to the many issues that our Church calls life issues. Life issues that affect the humanity and dignity of every person but most especially those that Pope Francis speaks of as being on the margins of our society: the unborn, the very old, the poor, those in struggling families, those in prison. It is a wonderful ministry for people who are homebound and wish to use their time to pray for others but it is a wonderful ministry for any person who can devote a few minutes a day to prayer. We will be holding an enrollment for our ministry of praise members and each member will receive a prayer book to use each day. If you are interested in joining this ministry, please send your information to the parish office so we can contact you: Ministry of Praise, Sacred Hearts Basilica, 168 Hill Street, Southampton, NY 11968 Tear off here …………………………………………………………………………….. Yes, I am interested in joining the Ministry of Praise Name:

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Inscripción para Clases de Catecismo para Niños - Cada domingo después de la Misa en el Apostolado Hispano. Clases comienzan el 24 de septiembre. Taller de Ministerios - Habrá un taller para los ministros de la liturgia el sábado, 5 de octubre, de las 9:00 AM a la 1:00 PM en la High School Católica en Riverhead. Si usted quiere ser lector, ministro de la Comunión o ministro de la hospitalidad, hable con Padre Esteban. Ministros de la Comunión deben recordar que tienen que asistir al taller cada tres años. Retiro de Parejas - El Grupo ReMa va a realizar un retiro de parejas el 4, 5 y 6 de octubre en West Islip, para mayor información hable con Enrique y Roció Ortiz al 631-7025664 o 631-374-5387.

Sacramentos para Adultos - La clase para adultos que no han recibido los sacramentos de Confirmación o Comunión o que no son Bautizados ya comenzó. Se da los miércoles, a las 7 PM en el Apostolado Hispano en Southampton o los jueves a las 7 PM en la escuelita en East Hampton. Vaya directamente a la clase para inscribirse. Encuentro de Culturas del South Fork (Véalo en Facebook) – Le queremos invitar al Encuentro de Culturas en Hampton Bays el sábado, 5 de octubre de 6:00 a 10:00 PM en el Centro Comunitario. El Encuentro de Culturas es una celebración para toda la familia con el propósito de celebrar nuestra cultura latina en el mes de la Hispanidad y además de recaudar fondos para los servicios y ministerios del Apostolado Hispano. Habrá música, comida, bailes y actividades para toda la familia. ¡Vengan a celebrar! El 20 de octubre habrá otro Encuentro en East Hampton. Sacramentos para Adultos - La clase de Confirmación o Comunión o Bautismo para adultos comenzará el miércoles, 11 de septiembre en al Apostolado Hispano en Southampton o el jueves, 12 de septiembre en la escuelita en East Hampton Cursillo Prematrimonial - A los interesados en contraer matrimonio por la iglesia católica, les estamos informando que el Cursillo Prematrimonial si iniciará el 6 de octubre. Las reuniones serán los domingos de las 9:00 AM hasta las 12 de mediodía en Southampton.

Preparación Pre Matrimonial – Para casarse por la iglesia, haga una cita para una entrevista con el Padre Hugo o el Padre Esteban. El curso pre-matrimonial se da por seis domingos, de las 9 AM al mediodía y comienza el primer domingo de junio, octubre o feb. El Asesor de Inmigración de Caridades Católicas En el Apostolado Hispano, el jueves, 26 de sept. de 2– 5. Comunidad de Oración para Adultos y Familias Los martes a las 7:30 PM en la el salón parroquial. El tercer martes de cada mes se reúne en la iglesia para la hora santa. Divina Misericordia - Misa en la Basílica cada cuarto miércoles a las 8:00 PM. Requisitos para el Bautismo de un Niño Curso: Para bautizar a su hijo, es necesario que los padres y padrinos asistan al curso pre-bautismal. Traiga consigo el acto de nacimiento del niño. Padrinos: Debe escoger a los padrinos conscientes de los requisitos. Los padrinos tienen que haber recibido sus tres sacramentos de iniciación (Bautismo, Primera Comunión y confirmación) y deben poder comulgar, es decir no deben estar viviendo en unión libre o casados por civil nada más, El padrino (madrina) debe ser un(a) soltero(a) o debe ser casado por la iglesia. Permisos: Si viven afuera de la zona servida por el Apostolado Hispano, necesitan una carta de su párroco dándonos permiso para bautizar su hijo. Padre Esteban: Cel: 631-375-1001; Fax: 631-287-0986 Apostolado Hispano: 631-283-4379

APOSTOLADO HISPANO

Fiesta de San Jerónimo - El lunes, 30 de septiembre, es la Fiesta de San Jerónimo. Se celebrará una Misa en honor de San Jerónimo esa misma noche a las 6:00 PM en nuestra Vuelve a casa - El becerro de oro es una imagen fuerte de Basílica de los Sagrados Corazones de Jesús y Maria. Todos rechazo a Dios, desde la Biblia hasta las leyendas faustinas. están invitados. Pero Dios es fiel y paciente, y permite que el hijo pródigo Rincón de Información vuelva a casa. Y cuando volvemos, dice Jesús que toda la creación se alegra, porque "hemos encontrado" al que Curso Pre-Bautismal "estaba perdido". A través de la penitencia y la unción de los Domingo, 29 de sept., a la 1:30 PM en el Apostolado o las 5 enfermos, recibimos alivio sacramental en el pecador y el PM en la iglesia en East Hampton enfermo para que podamos regresar al gran banquete Favor de llevar la copia del acta de nacimiento del niño. celestial. Tú estás invitado(a) a participar en el banquete de Bautizos en Southampton serán el 6 de octubre y el 3 de bodas de Dios. ¿Vas a volver a donde debes estar? Texto: noviembre. Philip J. Sandstrom, STD © 2001, OCP. Derechos reservados XXIV Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario. Año C. Ilustración © 2001 K. Sullivan. Printed from www.Liturgy.com

September 15, 2013

Sharing the Gospel When you cannot find your favorite toy, you look for it. You look under your bed, in the toy box, and out in your back yard. Your whole family helps you look for it. They are happy when you find it. When you sin, you are

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lost. God looks for you everywhere. When you tell him you are sorry for your sins, God says, "I forgive you," and he gives you a big hug.

Prayer Lord, thank you for forgiving me when I do wrong. Something to Draw Draw yourself and your family finding your lost toy in the dog house. Mission for the Week When I hurt others, I will say, "I am sorry. Will you forgive me?"