Parish Events
The Mass is nothing short of amazing. Through it, we encounter God in the most intimate way possible as we hear him speak to us in the Liturgy of the Word and as we receive him Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity in the Holy Eucharist. In his video-based study A Biblical Walk Through the Mass, Dr. Edward Sri explores the roots of the words and gestures we experience at Mass and explains their profound significance. This fascinating tour of the Mass will renew your faith and deepen your love for and devotion to the Holy Eucharist.
Join us for A Biblical Walk Through the Mass at The Church of the Good Shepherd in Fellowship Hall beginning October 21st from 7 PM to 8:30 PM and continuing every week for five weeks. For more information or to register for the study, call Joe and Charlene Raygada at 631-567-6847 or via email: Josephraygada@yahoo.com.
Dan Schutte in Concert
An evening of Song and Reflection
When
Friday – October 22nd at 7:30pm
Where
Good Shepherd RC Church
1370 Grundy Avenue
Holbrook, NY 11741
Phone: (631) 588-7689
Good Shepherd is proud to be hosting Dan Schutte, one of the best known and critically acclaimed composers of liturgical music in the country. With a musical legacy of 50 years, his music has been an integral part in shaping the liturgical life of the English-speaking Church. Dan has graced us with many fine works of music including – Here I Am, Lord; Blest Be the Lord; Sing a New Song; Only This I Want; You Are Near; City of God; Send Us Your Spirit; Gather the People; Give Thanks to the Lord; Table of Plenty; River of Glory; Sing, O Sing; God’s Holy Gifts; These Alone Are Enough and many others. This event is one of several planned events to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Good Shepherd Parish.
We expect many people within and outside our parish community will want to experience this special evening and celebrate with us. Tickets are only $20 and can be reserved in advance by calling the church office and placing your name and contact info on the Dan Schutte - Advance Tickets List. We will contact you in mid-September when tickets are available for pre-sale. Tickets may also be purchased at the door, subject to availability.
Special Note to All Liturgical Ministers - On Saturday, October 23rd, from 9:30am - 12:30pm, Dan will present a special workshop for all liturgical ministers and share some of his insights and thoughts on the liturgy and how we can be more effective in our respective roles as we strive to serve others. All liturgical ministers are welcome and encouraged to come. The fee for the workshop is $10.00 and includes breakfast. Attendees can pay at the door. For further information please contact James Marino - Director / Folk Group via email at: giacomo0726@gmail.com or call the church office at (631) 588-7689 and leave a message.
Men's Prayer Group
Men of the Church of the Shepherd:
You are invited to an afternoon of prayer with the Men’s Prayer Group of Good Shepherd Parish and the Men of Solidarity of St. Rose of Lima Parish.
Two presentations will be given: MEN AT WORK, MEN AT PRAYER and WHY DO I FIND IT SO HARD TO PRAY?
Our Gathering will take place on Sunday 24 October at 2pm and will conclude with the 5pm Sunday Mass. We hope that you will join us with other men who seek to deepen their relationship with Jesus.
Please call the church (631-588-7689) to help give us a count or if you have any questions.
Knights of Columbus -
Keep Christ in Christmas
Once again the Knights of Columbus will be conducting “Keep Christ in Christmas” poster contest which is a fun and easy way to put your faith into action. The goal of this pro- gram is to increase the awareness of young people’s faith, while encouraging them to speak to other youth “in their own language” about the true meaning of Christmas. Contest entrants compete in one of three age groups ---- ages 5 through 7 ; ages 8 through 10; ages 11 through 14 (note – age of the contestant as of November 1st)
Rules
Poster must reflect the theme of Keep Christ in Christmas
Must be the original work of a single person
Poster should be approximately 11x17 inches
Name and Date of Birth of the entrant should be printed on the reverse side of poster Each poster must be submitted with an entry form (#5025)
(available at the front office late August)
Judging
Judging team will consist of Father Rudy, Sister Ellen and a Knight
Deadline
December 1st
Awards
$50 check for the first place entry in each age group Participant certificate for every entry
Community Events
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Training Opportunities—Fall 2021
This training is required for all those who are beginning as Ministers.
This “BASIC” training is required for all Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion.
Those who wish to minister in hospitals, nursing homes and to the homebound are required to attend “SPECIALIZED” training in addition to BASIC training. One must attend BASIC training prior to SPECIALIZED training.
Plans for SPEICALIZED training will be communicated in a separate memo.
Dates and Locations for Ministry Training
- St. Rosalie / Hampton Bays: Saturday, October 30,2021 9:00 am—12 noon (Community Center)
