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Greetings from our Pilgrims in Rome! Fr. Mark Paul celebrated and preached Sunday Mass this past Sunday at St. Patrick’s Church in Rome, administered by the Paulist Fathers from the U.S. as a parish for Americans and other English-speaking peoples. While he was studying in Rome from 2018–19, he regularly stopped here to pray and attend Mass.
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Rehearsals begin on Friday, October 23 and will take place weekly on Fridays at 5:30pm and after 9:30am Mass on Sundays in the Assumption Parish Hall.
All children ages five and older are welcome to join in on the fun. If you have a younger child who wants to join, they are welcome as long as an older sibling is in the pageant to keep an eye on them, or a parent who attends all rehearsals and supports backstage.
This year's show will take place on Friday, December 18. Please email Andrea at dreasalv@gmail.com with questions and click here to register.
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Magnifica Humanitas: A Synodal Reflection on the Pope's Latest Encyclical
Join Fr. Anthony Andreassi and Joe O'Brien in a group reflection on Pope Leo's headlining encyclical Magnifica Humanitas. With the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI), how can we as Catholics respond to the unique challenges and harness the potential benefits of this emerging technology? Join us to reflect on the Holy Father's words.
The sessions will take place in Assumption Hall on the following dates:
- Tuesday, October 27 at 7:00pm
- Tuesday, November 17 at 7:00pm
All are welcome to attend any or all of these sessions. Click here to RSVP.
October 28, 7:00pm, Assumption Hall
Learn More About Our Sister Parish of St. Mark's in Turkana, Kenya
Parishioners who visited St. Mark's this past June will share their experiences of fellowship and faith through a digital slideshow. Learn more about the special relationship between the Oratory and St. Mark's, which has flourished for over 25 years, and help us support this vital ministry. Please RSVP using this link so we can anticipate the number of guests who will join us.
Saturday, October 31
Oratory Young Adults Encounter: South Bronx with City Relief
Let's serve our city! The OYA has reserved 8 spots for a meaningful day of service with City Relief in the Bronx. Join us as we partner with City Relief for a block party outreach, serving the unhoused population of the South Bronx. Click here to RSVP.
The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed
In November, it is a long and venerable Catholic tradition to remember and pray for our beloved dead at Mass and in other prayers and rituals.
During November, you may write the names of deceased family members and friends in the “Book of the Dead” at each church, or email the names to info@oratorychurch.org. If you send in names for the All Souls Novena of Masses, these will be automatically placed in these books. You are also invited to bring a photo of a loved one to place on St. Joseph’s altar at Assumption or the bulletin board in the narthex at St. Boniface.
Thanksgiving Food Drive to Benefit Hour Children
Hour Children, founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph, provides care and support to incarcerated and formerly incarcerated women and their children in Brooklyn and Queens.
From Saturday, October 24 through Sunday, November 22, you may leave canned goods in the rear of either church in the areas marked “Food Drive.”
Items being collected include:
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- Pasta
- Rice
- Stuffing Mix
- Mashed Potato Mix
- Cereal
- Tomato/Pasta Sauce
- Canned Vegetables
- Canned Soups
- Canned Juices
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- Canned Fruit
- Instant Noodles (Packs, Bowls, Cups)
- Instant Oatmeal Packets
- Mac & Cheese
- Cheese (Boxes or Bowls)
- Saltines and Crackers
- Hot Chocolate Packets
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AFF Monthly Scripture Study
As part of our Adult Faith Formation, we invite you to join us for a monthly scripture study series led by Fr. Kishore, focusing on the Gospel of Mark which will be the main Gospel for the upcoming liturgical year (Year B).
All sessions meet on the first Wednesday of each month from 7:00–8:00pm in the Assumption Community Room. You are welcome to attend as many sessions as you are able. Please save the dates:
- November 7
- December 2
- January 6
- February 3
- March 3
- April 7
- May 5
Please click here to register, and for any questions email Fr Kishore Nagothu at knagothu@oratorychurch.org
Donations Needed for St. Mary Star of the Sea Pop-Up Shop
The Pop-Up Shop at St. Mary Star of the Sea is open and ready to accept your donation.
With the change of the seasons, donations are needed for:
- Warm clothing & outerwear
- Baby wipes
- Toiletries
- New underwear in all ages, sizes, and genders
- Men's small and medium clothing, especially items for outdoor work (jeans, sweats, lightweight jackets and hoodies, good sneakers, etc.)
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 at mcarriero19@gmail.com
Due to limited space at the pop-up shop, please only donate the noted needed items at this time. Thank you!
Upcoming Diocesan Collections
Donations can be made at Mass or online via Pushpay.
- October 18: World Mission Sunday Diocesan Collection
- November 15: Fuel Collection
2026–2027 Parish Pastoral Council
To learn more about the Parish Pastoral Council (PPC), including how to contact its members, click here.
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🗓️ Upcoming Events
Sunday, October 18, 9:30am, Assumption
👪 Family Faith Sunday
Tuesday, October 27, 7:00pm, Assumption Hall
🤖 Magnifica Humanitas: A Synodal Reflection on the Pope's Latest Encyclical
Details in the news section above.
Wednesday, November 4, 7:00pm, Assumption Community Room
📖 Scripture Study with Fr. Kishore
Saturday, December 5, 9:00am, Assumption
🌟 Save the Date: Advent Retreat
| | | 10/17 | 5:00pm | Lucy Acerra | | 10/18 | 9:30am | People of the Parish | | 10/19 | 8:00am | Cho Family: Anniversary Blessings | | 10/20 | 8:00am | Intentions: Mary Macchiarola | | 10/21 | 8:00am | Janet Markowitz | | 10/22 | 8:00am | Stephen Boyar | | 10/23 | 8:00am | Maxima Colendrino | | | | 10/18 | 11:15am | People of the Parish | | 10/18 | 6:00pm | Anne Louise Anderson | | 10/19 | 12:10pm | Open Intention | | 10/20 | 12:10pm | Rev. Ted Kazanecki | | 10/21 | 12:10pm | Haydn Denalli | | 10/22 | 12:10pm | Michael Spieldenner | | 10/23 | 12:10pm | Ricardo Harrison | | | |
Mass Intentions
It has been a long tradition in the Church to offer Masses for people to pray, especially for the dead, seeking God’s grace, mercy, and spiritual benefits through Christ’s sacrifice. Usually a modest donation is given for this. In the coming weeks we have several Masses with no particular intentions. If you would like to have a Mass offered for someone (living or deceased), email the parish office at info@oratorychurch.org or click here.
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🙏 Prayer List
Please keep the sick of the community in your prayers
Gillian Thomas, Dominica Elicegvi, James Martinelli, Joey Wysokowski, Dawn Carlisle, Neil Breen, Abe Barnett, Kevin O’Connell, Harold Alferman, Don Farley, Tom Janczys, Debbie O’Connor, Cathleen Harvey, Elizabeth Hooper, Eileen Acheson Bohn, Mary Cella, Alice Mulholland, Mary Simon Charles, Kim Manzi, Carol Poppke, Edward Altenor
Rest in Peace
Trudy O’Neil, John Downing, JoEllen Lynch, Charlotte Dion, Larry Graf, David Straub, Mitzi Ramos, Mary Evans, Mary Davies, Kenneth Cronin, Janet Markowitz, Michael Spieldenner
If you would like to add someone to the prayer list, email the parish office at info@oratorychurch.org or click here.
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🕯️ Assumption Candle Dedications
- Sanctuary candle offered by Br. Andy Richards
- Blessed Mother candle offered by Kathy Reynolds
- St. Joseph candle offered by Connie Leone
- St. Jude candle offered by Kathy Reynolds
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🙏 Pope Leo's Prayer Intention for October
Let us pray that the mental health ministry be established throughout the Church, helping to overcome the stigma and discrimination of persons with mental illnesses.
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👋 Get Involved
Become a member of the Oratory community by joining some of our many volunteer groups and ministries. Learn about opportunities to connect here.
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Help Sustain Our Communities
Thank you for your faithful stewardship
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