Dear Parishioners,

In gratitude to Almighty God, I wish to acknowledge my predecessors, especially Father Thomas   Brody, the founding pastor who celebrated the first mass on July 12, 1959 at Dorn School on 92nd Street. Imagine all that Fr. Brody had to do just to say daily and Sunday mass? Those early days must have been very exciting but also very challenging at times.

Father Norbert Chapell, the second pastor in 1975, who supervised much of the construction of the facilities that we now enjoy, including the rectory, were built in 1977, and the building of a new parish center and gym with a large stage was constructed in 1986. Fr. Chapell, ordained in a previous era, took on the challenge to fully introduce Vatican II, which stressed the involvement of the laity, and the many opportunities that opened for service and liturgical ministries.

When Father Chapell retired in 1989, Father Gerald Mulcahy began his long terms as pastor — almost 17 years. Father Mulcahy, an avid woodworker and an exceptional craftsman, carved our beautiful main and side altars and other liturgical furnishings. In the rectory, the bookshelves and cabinets in the office and living portions of the building were all well crafted by him for us to enjoy today. He also had the wisdom to add a “narthex” or “gathering space” for the church in 2007, shortly before he retired. Father Mulcahy was a steady presence during those many years, assuming the ever-expanding responsibilities of a modern pastor in a world that was becoming more and more complex.

Father Marc Pasciak, the fourth pastor who served here for 14 years, was a man of the people who took time to teach weekly in the school and was an ever-present leader with the seniors, the Holy Name Society, and every other organization. Fr. Marc’s homilies were well regarded, and because of their profound content, the parishioners requested that they be printed in the bulletin the following week in order that they could be further pondered. Over the last few years, Fr. Marc maintained his thoughtful, friendly leadership style despite the greater strain that was placed on him due to planning necessary for the “Renew My Church” Initiative and the decisions that needed to be made related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

I would also be remiss if I failed to mention the many dedicated associate pastors. The most recent were Father Joseph Mol, Father Darrio Boscutti, Father Stanley Stuglik, Father Frank Burek, and retired Father Peter Paurazas...

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Parish Office - 708-598-5222

If you are interested in volunteering to help at the reception dinner following Mass, please contact Julie at [email protected] or 708-598-8200 ext 31. Thank you!

It’s wonderful to see our program growing and thriving with over 200 students enrolled! A warm welcome to our returning RE families and to our 40+ new families. This past Tuesday, it was time for our very enthusiastic students to meet their teachers as we began our first week of class. Before class, Fr. Chris lead us in prayer for our Archangel Prayer Service which was held in the church. It was wonderful learning more about God’s Archangels, St. Michael, St. Gabriel, and St. Raphael!

Thank you for your continued support! May God bless you and your family!

In Christ,

Christine Ramos, RE Director

Registration for RE is still available. If you have not registered yet, register soon! Classes have already begun. Classes are on Tuesdays, from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. We offer RE Classes for grades K through 8, as well as Teen RCIA, and Adult RCIA. Please contact the RE office for more information at [email protected] or call us at 708-599-1221.

Would you like to become a Catholic? Are you an adult in need of the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, Reconciliation, and/or Confirmation? If so, we invite you to REGISTER for classes. It is not too late to register! Please call the Religious Education Office at 708-599-1221 for more information.

RCIA Classes will begin on Monday, October 4th at 6:30 p.m. in the Brody Room of the Rectory (north-side entrance of the Rectory). We look forward to beginning this spiritual journey with you!

We are so excited to announce that CLOW, Children’s Liturgy of the Word, will resume on Sunday, October 3^rd at the 9:30 am Mass!  During the Mass, the priest will invite the children, ages 4 and up, to go with a catechist to the church gathering space to learn about the readings of the day through fun activities and lively discussion. For their participation in this sacred time together, each child will receive a small gift to take home to remind them of God’s Word alive in their hearts!

It’s back………….. TEEN MISSION TRIP….SUMMER 2022!

All teens, graduating 8th grade through senior year High School are invited to a week of life-changing experiences serving residents while learning valuable skills of basic home repair, make new friendships, and deepening their faith.

The Induction Ceremony for the Junior Honors Society and Student Council was held on Monday, September 20, 2021, in church. Students were sworn into their respective organizations and received certificates. Junior Honor officers also received pins. Thank you Mrs. Bartley and Mrs. Bennet for sponsoring JHS and to Mr. Dillon, and Mr. Fischer for sponsoring Student Council. Congratulations to all students inducted!