September 20, 2020
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"Formed"
Multimedia Resources"Formed" is a from the Archdiocese of NY to open the door to a multitude of Catholic resources: Movies, Books, Audio Books...all designed to give the parishioners a rich series of Faith Formation Programs. Our Parish Code is: R7NKN8. The link to the Archdiocese information page is: here. The link to take you to the source itself is: https://formed.org/ . There are some very interesting FREE multimedia items available.
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Sunday Mass - September 20th
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Current Mass Schedules:
Sunday Masses:
Saturday Evening - 5:30 PM | Sunday 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM
[No 7:00 PM for Summer hrs]
Daily Mass:
Monday through Friday - 9:00 AM and 12:10 PM | Saturday 9:00 AM
Holy Days of Obligation:
5:30 PM on the Eve of Holy Day
9:00 AM, 12:10 PM, 7:00 PM on the actual Holy Day
Nocturnal Adoration Schedule
Tantum Ergo Sacramentum, veneremur cernui.
(On bended knee, let us worship so great a Sacrament.)
[Currently Streaming Sunday Masses only - recorded at the 5:30pm Vigil - join our FlockNote group below to be added to the Notification List for when Mass is "Live"....] -
Daily Live-Streaming Around the Area...
OLSH Tappan Streams 8am (live at 7:45am)
St. John's Piermont Streams at 10:45 am. -
Pastoral Letter #10
Dear Parishioners, August 14, 2020
NEW AIR PURIFIERS INSTALLED IN CHURCH,Here at Saint Aedan’s, we continue to investigate and to implement measures which are aimed at making our worship, learning and recreational areas healthier and safer for everyone. We believe that our latest initiative will help keep us safer and also instill a greater sense of wellbeing in the minds and hearts of those who wish to venture forth and participate in our parish worship at church, send their children to PREP classes in the fall or to join in small group activities in the parish.
SCHOOL-GYM COMPLEX
The i-Wave air purifying system has been installed in our duct air conditioning/heating systems, in the Church, PREP school, gymnasium and meeting room areas. The manufacturer, which has installed over 200,000 of these systems (presently very hard to get) claims that “laboratory tests have proven that their model 4900 C Air Purifier System reduces pathogens (SARS & Covid 19) by 99.4%. The system also has the same success rate with allergens, particles, smoke, and odors in the air, creating a healthy environment without producing any harmful byproducts.” (If hand washing in warm water for 20 seconds is said to kill the virus, imagine how much more effective will this new system will be for our air quality.)
The manufacturer describes iWave as “a patented technology, called needle-point bi-polar ionization, which creates equal amounts of positive and negative ions. When these ions are injected into the air stream, they break down passing pollutants and gases into harmless compounds like oxygen, carbon dioxide, nitrogen and water vapor without producing any harmful byproducts.
“When the ions come into contact with viruses, bacteria or mold, they remove the hydrogen molecules and without them, the pathogens have no source of energy and will die. The ions also attach to allergens like pollen and other particles causing them to band together until they are large enough to be caught by the ventilation system’s air filter.
“ iWave produces the same ions that nature creates with lightening, waterfalls, ocean waves, etc. Nature uses energy and shear to break apart molecules, naturally cleaning the air and producing a healthy environment. The only difference between the iWave’s technology and nature’s is that the iWave does it without developing harmful ozone.”
As we continue to struggle through this current health crisis, we all need to continue following the advice of the CDC and government health authorities. Be especially aware if you are in an identifiably vulnerable group due to advanced age, pre-existent health conditions, etc. Be proactive by 1) using facial coverings in public, 2) observing social distancing/avoiding physical contact with non-household members, and 3) employing frequent hand washing (if unavailable - hand sanitizing). If you are not feeling well, or are experiencing any of the known symptoms of Covid-19, consider self-quarantining and seeking out professional help (testing) options.
Current Safety Measures and Mass Attendance here at Saint Aedan’s include:
*Entrance through the front center doors only. (Exit all doors.)
*Facial coverings are required.
*25% capacity at all Masses (Archdiocese).
*Hand sanitizers at all entrance/exit doors.
*Plastic gloves available for those who wish.
*Non-contact collection boxes at entrances – no more collection baskets.
*Elimination of Holy Water dishes.
*Elimination of paper materials in pews (hymnals, missals, etc.).
*Elimination of Offertory Gift Procession.
*Elimination of exchange of Peace. (Gesture only.)
*Hand sanitizer by altar for Celebrant & Ministers.
*Communion in the hand only.
*Lavatory equipped with touchless soap dispenser; touchless hand sanitizer dispenser; touchless automatic paper towel dispenser and foot-controlled waste container.
*Frequent sanitizing of lavatory and pew areas.
*New air purification system!
Let us all continue to be prayerful, as well as kind and patient with one another as we continue our way through these unprecedented times. We are all in this together. Let us pray for our Holy Father, Pope Francis; our President, Donald Trump; our elected officials; medical and scientific researchers and, in a special way, our courageous health care workers and first responders in the EMS and Law Enforcement professions. “May the Lord bless us and keep us, may He let His face shine upon us and be gracious to us, may the Lord look upon us with kindness and grant us His peace.”
God bless you. Prayerfully in Christ,
Msgr. Emmet Nevin,
Pastor -
Special Prayers for those fighting the good fight...Kevin Drain, OPD (home and recuperating!)
Carol Sheridan (home and recuperating!)
Frances Ryan
John O'Donnell -
Special Parish Events this Month...ish
ONLINE RESGISTRATION FOR PREP 2020-21
Registration for the 2020-2021 PREP year is open ONLINE but not for much longer!
Parish Giving at 866-307-7140 as it is the only way to have it resent. It is imperative that families who have not yet re-registered do so this week. Covid-19 guidelines limits the number of students we can have so we must know who is returning.
New families should email us at staedan3@verizon.net and we will send information and a link.
All families must be registered members of St. Aedan’s. Any family who is not should call the Rectory at 735-7405 to do so before registering.
The PREP office will open Mondays-Thursdays from 10:30-4:30.
This year our classes will begin in October to allow students time to adjust to their school schedules first. Emails with information will be sent to registered parents soon. Please watch for it Adults interested in volunteering in our Religious Education Program are asked to contact the PREP office at 735-2036 or email staedan3@verizon.net.
THE FOOD PANTRYThe St Aedan's Food Pantry wishes to thank all who so generously contribute to our ongoing effort to combat the forces of this COVID Pandemic and its financial, physical, spiritual and psychological effects over these 5+ months.
We always need your contributions of non-perishable foods, especially juices, juices boxes, boxed milk, cooking oil, coffee, toothpaste. dish detergent and PAPER products. And all the stuff your families eat! Supermarket Gift Cards, Cash, Checks can be dropped in the Collection Boxes in the church vestibule or in the Rectory Mail Slot.
Now that we have implemented specially marked SVDP envelopes, available in Church, you can easily earmark your contribution. All checks are acknowledged, as are cash contributions, when you write you name and address on the envelope.
Our Start-of-School will be unique in 2020, so our School Drive needs the following:
Substantial backpacks, lunch boxes, juice boxes, snacks (pretzels, cookies, goldfish, lunchables, etc.). We have to supply students who will be learning at home, in the classroom, or in the new ‘hybrid’ mode. Students still need to eat. Please respond.
Finally, the pantry has purchased tablets for some families to help in the daily learning. It’s fun to watch, the student teaches the parent how they work.
In the name of our Patron St. Vincent dePaul and our Blessed Mother, HAPPY NEW SCHOOL YEAR! I am glad to see so many of you from the front lawn of 3 Reld. Remember to beep twice. Deacon Jim. -
Neighboring Parish / Community Happenings
SISTERS OF SAINT DOMINIC: ONE to ONE
One to One Learning will present its STAR-FEST XI Concert on SEPT 20th at 3:30 p.m. This year, you can choose only a virtual attendance. It will stream live on One to One Learning’s FACEBOOK page from the grounds of the Marydell property at 640 N. Midland Ave, Upper Nyack.
The usual ticket price donation is $30.00, payable by check or Pay-Pal; however, during these unusual times, please be as generous as possible. There will also be virtual raffles!
For more information: www.one2one-learning.org or, Sister Cecilia (845) 512-8176.
IF YOU ARE FEELING ILL AT EASE...
Ed Day has put together a nice letter of resources for anyone feeling like they need someone to talk to... Remember - there is always someone around if you are feeling edgey or nervous - or just need some re-assurment! Click here and scroll down a bit, we included the entire letter on our Corona News Page.THE ACADEMY OF THE HOLY ANGELS
The Academy of the Holy Angels has established the Angel Tuition Assistance Fund. This financial safety net will provide immediate tuition assistance to AHA families who are experiencing economic and health issues due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For more information contact the Academy: 201.768.7822 | HOLYANGELS.ORG
SAINT MARGARET OF ANTIOCH BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
A safe place for the bereaved …
to share
to learn about grief
to receive support, empathy and acceptanceDATES: Wednesdays:Next 6 week session: September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21
TIME: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
LOCATION: Toner Hall (lower level of Church)
NOTE: The following procedures will be implemented:
Face covering is a must
Hand sanitizer will be available or use your own
Seating, 6 feet apart
Space limited to 30 people
To register please call Tracey at the Parish Center Office, 845 735-4746.
We currently have 11 participants in our group. They come from Monsey, New City, Nanuet, Pearl River & Orangeburg....St. Catharine's, St. Aedan's, St. Anthony's, St. Augustine's & St. Margaret's parishes.THERE ARE MANY INSPIRING ONLINE SERVICES
DURING THIS TIME OF SEPARATION
If you would be interested in "attending" any of these, here would be a good place to start. Just visit this PAGE. We will update it regularly as things get sent to us for recommendation... stay safe!! and trust in God!!!<------------------------------------------>In order to save some space, we have moved these older complete stories to another page. Please just click here - to go - there.
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Rockland County September 11th Memorial Mass
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Attention All Parishioners
Please notify the Rectory of any change of address. If you are a recent arrival to our Parish, or are in the process of moving away, please give our Parish Office a call. In order to receive your envelopes or any letters / documentation from the Parish, we need to have your correct address on file.
Thank you for your help in this matter.
If you got the postcard in the mail, THIS is the button for the
"GIVE ONLINE":
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Father Mike Schmitz
If you would like to spend several very enjoyable minutes listening to one of the most interesting lecturers working in the faith today, visit Fr. Mike's page by clicking here:
BullDogCatholic.org
HOMILIES or
"ASK FR. MIKE"
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 1 COR 15:35-37, 42-49Responsorial Psalm PS 56:10C-12, 13-14Gospel LK 8:4-15
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Prayer to the Virgin Mary for our ProtectionO Mary, you shine continuously on our journey as a sign of salvation and hope.
We entrust ourselves to you,
Health of the Sick.
At the foot of the Cross you participated in Jesus’ pain, with steadfast faith.
You, Our Lady of New York,
know what we need.
We are certain that you will provide, so that, as you did at Cana of Galilee,
joy and feasting might return after this moment of trial.
Help us, Mother of Divine Love,
to conform ourselves to the Father’s will
and to do what Jesus tells us:
He who took our sufferings upon Himself, and bore our sorrows to bring us,
through the Cross, to the joy of the Resurrection. Amen.We seek refuge under your protection,
O Holy Mother of God.
Do not despise our pleas – we who are put to the test – and deliver us from every danger,
O glorious and blessed Virgin.