AFF Scripture Study

For any questions, please reach out to Fr. Anthony Balakishore Nagothu at knagothu@oratorychurch.org.

Wednesday, February 19, 7-8pm, Assumption Parish Hall

CERCLE FRANÇAIS

Join fellow Francophiles in the Oratory parishes for a monthly French conversation group over croissants et café! We will meet at 1pm on the third Thursday of each month, starting on February 20, in the residence at 64 Middagh Street. Conversation will center on an article in French on some aspect of contemporary French culture or current events chosen by that month’s group leader. If interested, email Fr. Vin at vbiagi@oratorychurch.org. Soyez courageux! Venez nous-rejoindre!

Palms into Ashes

We will burn last year's palms to make ashes for Ash Wednesday. If you have palms from last year, bring them to Mass and put them in the basket at the back of both churches. We will need to have them by Sunday, February 23, so we can burn the palms the following week (March 2) after the 9:30am Mass at Assumption.

Oratory Parishes Family Faith Formation (F3) Information

The F3 Class is March 2.

https://tinyurl.com/F3-Page



The First Communion class is February 23. First Communion Class stuff, here.

Social Justice Action/St. Mary Star of the Sea (SMSS) Donation Request

St. Mary's Star of the Sea pop-up shop for recently arrived migrants is very grateful for the generous support from the Oratory community. The pop-up shop still needs:

• Toiletries: Soap, Toothpaste, Toothbrushes, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner
• Men's S & M coats; Men's S & M winter clothing
• Winter clothing for school-aged children (but not coats as a large corporate
• donation via Catholic Charities was received!)
• Sneakers, winter shoes - all ages, genders
• New underwear - all sizes, genders

Donations can be dropped off Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon, Tues from 8:30am to 12:00pm at 467 Court St, Brooklyn, NY 11231. If you'd like to arrange an alternate drop-off, or have a question, please contact Mary Carriero, mcarriero19@gmail.com. Due to limited space at the pop-up shop, please only donate the noted needed items at this time. Thank you!

OWC Celebrates Start of International Women's Month

Dorothy Day: Radical Devotion, a graphic novel for adults and children (middle school age and up). We welcome the author, Jeffrey Korgen, to talk about the life and legacy of Dorothy Day. Jeffrey and Illustrator Christopher Cardinale will discuss collaborating and writing about a modern day saint, from Brooklyn Heights, and her work with the poor and marginalized. Please sign up HERE!

Monday, February 24, 7pm, Light Refreshments, Assumption Parish Hall

Volunteer Thank You Gathering

Calling all MC's, Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, Altar Servers, Vocalists, Hospitality & Coffee Hour Hosts, Sacristans, Catechists, Decorators, Pageant Volunteers, Committee Folk, Shelter Hosts, Social Justice Champions, Picnic Volunteers, OWC Coordinators, and all else who give of their time or talent for our parishes! In appreciation for all you do, please come to a gathering! Come for some food, refreshment, fellowship, and a double portion of gratitude!

Please RSVP using this link: https://forms.gle/qHRSnzFHKRBueuqD7

Monday, March 3, 6pm, Assumption Parish Hall

Lenten Pilgrimage

Assumption parish is hosting a day in the Lenten Pilgrimage of Brooklyn and Queens which invites people to visit a different parish each day, except Sundays, during Lent. This year, forty parishes are designated for specific days on the itinerary where people can visit different parishes to experience the church’s beauty and the community’s beauty. Visit the Pilgrimage website to download the app and view the pilgrimage itinerary. At each stop, pilgrims can join local parishioners at Mass, or in Eucharistic Adoration, prayer, reflection, and more.

More info here: 2025 Diocesan Lenten Pilgrimage

Saturday, March 22, Assumption, in the church, 9am

Women In The Church Lecture 2025

Kerry Alys Robinson, CEO & President Catholic Charities, USA

Save The Date

St. Boniface welcomes Kerry Alys Robinson, only the second laywoman CEO of Catholic Charities USA, who was asked to lead Catholic Charities’ agencies around the US and its territories which provide comfort, hope and relief to vulnerable people and those living in poverty, regardless of their faith or background.” Their work upholds “the inherent dignity of all persons.” It is fitting for Kerry to demonstrate that the Annunciation (3/23) – Mary confidently saying “yes” to God – is not a sign of compliance but rather a courageous embrace to becoming a catalyst for change and an inspiration for women.

Please register via here: https://forms.gle/Q84Q7LcXwBasoxU87

or

Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kerry-alys-robinson-ccusa-oratory-women-in-the-church-lecture-2025-tickets-1232438840749

Sunday, March 23, 2025, 1pm, in the church at St. Boniface

Weekly Mass Intention Schedule

Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Weekly Readings:

https://bible.usccb.org/readings

Assumption

2-15 ..5:00pm ...Silvio Plunchinotta

2-16 ...9:30am ...For the People of the Parish

2-17 ..No Mass

2-18 ..8:00am ...Intentions-Fr. Kishore

2-19 ..8:00am ...Frances Gussman

2-20 .8:00am ...David Campbell

2-21 ..8:00am ...Sebastiano Soru

St. Boniface

2-16 ...11:15am ...For the People of the Parish 

2-16 ...6:00pm ...For the Holy Souls in Purgatory

2-17 .. No Mass

2-18 ..12:10pm ...John Julius Zeman

2-19 ..12:10pm .. Santo Collora

2-20 .12:10pm ...Elaine Grygo

2-21 . 12:10pm ...Clemente Machuca

Parish Office Closed on Monday, February 17 and No Daily Masses

The parish office will be closed on February 17 for President’s Day.

In addition, there will be no 8:00am and 12:10pm weekday Mass on February 17.

Please keep the sick of the community in your prayers:

Elizabeth Valenti, Ruth Sanchez, Larry Chodoff, Stephen Janove, Riley Forelli, Laurie Rising, Janice Clarke, William Gould, Maria Fusco, Maria Lopez, Alice Mulholland, Mary Simon Charles, Mary Cella, Kim Manzi.

Rest In Peace: Pina Gallaro, Mike Hawkins, Michael Mc Comiskey, Sharon Anderson, Frances Gussman, David Campbell, Frances Mollusky, Br. Gabriel O’Brien, OSF, James McGrath, Kathy Slater.

Prayer List If you would like to add someone to the prayer list, email the parish office at info@oratorychurch.org or go to the website: https://oratorychurch.org/contact-us and complete the information there.

Upcoming Calendar

February

2/16...Coffee Hour, St.B

2/19...AFF Scripture Study, 7pm, ABVM Parish Hall

2/23...Coffee Hour, ABVM Parish Hall

2/24...Author Talk, ABVM Parish Hall

March

3/3.....Volunteer Thank You Dinner, ABVM Parish Hall

3/5.....Ash Wednesday

3/22...Diocesan Lenten Pilgrimage, ABVM Parish Hall

3/23...Women in the Church Talk, St.B

Candle Dedications at Assumption

Sanctuary candle offered by Connie Leone

St Joseph candle offered by Connie Leone

Blessed Mother candle offered by Kathy Reynolds

St. Jude candle offered by Notre Thomas

The Brooklyn Oratory Parishes

Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary 

55 Cranberry St. between Henry and Hicks

Brooklyn Heights

Church of St. Boniface

190 Duffield St.

Downtown Brooklyn

Daily Masses

Monday - Friday, 8:00am at Assumption

Monday - Friday, 12:10pm at St. Boniface

Weekend Masses

Saturdays, 5:00pm at Assumption

Sundays, 9:30am at Assumption

Sundays, 11:15am and 6:00pm at St. Boniface

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The Sacrament of Penance

Saturdays, 4:15 - 4:45pm at Assumption

Wednesdays, 12:30pm at St. Boniface

Sundays, 5:15 - 5:45pm at St. Boniface

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Weekday Church Hours

Monday through Friday, 11:30am - 1:00pm at St. Boniface

Monday through Friday, 7:30am - 9:00am at Assumption

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Prayers and Devotions

Rosary, Tuesdays & Thursdays after the 12:10pm Mass at St. Boniface,

Thursdays after 8:00am Mass at Assumption

St. Anthony Novena, Tuesdays after 8:00am Mass at Assumption

First Fridays, Sacred Heart Novena after 8:00am Mass at Assumption

First Saturdays, 9:00am Mass with Rosary, Meditation and Benediction at Assumption

Stewardship

Your faithful stewardship has helped sustain our communities and maintain vital ministries and services. Thank you for keeping faith with us and supporting our common work of the gospel. You can make your donation online through Pushpay by clicking on one of the links.

For Assumption: https://pushpay.com/g/oratorychurch?src=hpp

For St. Boniface: https://pushpay.com/g/oratorychurchbrooklyn?src=hpp

Or mail checks or envelopes payable to “Assumption RC Church” or “St. Boniface RC Church” to:

64 Middagh St

Brooklyn NY 11201

Attn: Assumption or St. Boniface