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Rectory Office Hours

Posted on December 22, 2016 in: General News

The Rectory Office will be closed on Sunday, December 25th and Monday, December 26th. The Office will re-open on Tuesday, December 27th at 9:30 AM. The Office will also be closed on Sunday, January 1st and Monday, January 2nd and will re-open on Tuesday, January 3rd at 9:30 AM. If you have an emerge...

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Join us for the March for Life, Washington D. C. - Friday, January 27, 2017Be a voice for the babies. Join the March for Life. For more information please call 516-248-2186

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Bible Study Program

Posted on December 13, 2016 in: General News

Beginning on Thursday, January 12th from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM Please click on attachment for more information

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Please click on attachment for Bishop Murphy's Christmas Letter

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Cordially invites you to their 8th annual Post Holiday Party ~ the College Football Championship Game Monday Night, January 9th ~ BK Sweenys Uptown Grill Please click on attachment for more information

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Morning Retreat for Mothers

Posted on December 06, 2016 in: General News

Please join us on Friday, December 16th for a morning of prayer and spiritual growth with Father Joseph Scolaro. 9 am Mass in the Church followed by Meditation, examination of conscience and confessions in the Convent Chapel Please invite you friends of all ages, you are welcome to bring your baby o...

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Rectory Office Hours

Posted on November 22, 2016 in: General News

The Rectory Office will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 24th and 25th for the Thanksgiving Holiday. The Office will open on Saturday, November 26th at 9 AM. If you have an emergency that requires a priest please call the emergency number 516-434-1516. Thank you.

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Parish Party - tonight!

Posted on November 18, 2016 in: General News

The Parish Party is tonight at the Garden City Hotel. Cocktails 7:00 PM ~ Dinner 8:30 PM

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The Sponsor a Family Committee is so grateful to everyone who participated in our Thanksgiving program on November 12. It was a glorious day and we thank all of you who helped to make it a great success!! Now, we have the opportunity to provide families from Queen of the Most Holy Rosary and Our La...

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Collection Dates Saturday, December 10thand Sunday, December 11thTags will be placed on our Giving Tree beginning the weekend of November 19th & 20th in the Church and in the School Auditorium. Please take a tag or two and return it with a gift on Saturday, December 10th or Sunday December 11th. Col...

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The St. Joseph’s Rosary Altar Society will be hosting its annual Christmas Tea Luncheon on Friday, December 9th from 11:00 am -2:00 pm. This year’s luncheon will be hosted by the Society’s Treasurer, Mrs. Lorraine Levano.At the luncheon, members of the Rosary Altar Society will once again accept don...

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THANK YOU, PARISHIONERS OF ST. JOSEPH’S! We are full of gratitude and appreciation for all that each of you has done this month for our neighbors in need in Hempstead and Roosevelt. Our November food drive netted numerous barrels of food and $1,373.27 in donations. And on Saturday, November 12, 2016...

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ADULT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR “GIVING TREE”SORTING AND WRAPPINGWe are looking for adult volunteers (5) to sort and wrap “Giving Tree” gifts in the Convent Center on Sunday, December 11th from 10 am – 1:30 pm.If you are available to help for the entire time or for part of ...

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Eagle Scout Project

Posted on October 20, 2016 in: General News

Eagle Scout Project Help Needed Patrick Ilardi, a Life Scout with Troop 243, is collecting donations for his upcoming Eagle Scout project. His project is a renovation of the kitchen in the St. Agnes Room, located under St. Joseph’s Church. The campus is undergoing a major renovation, and P...

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Parish Holy Land Pilgrimage

Posted on October 18, 2016 in: General News

PARISH HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE Walk Where Jesus Walked This is in the way of a “Last Call.” Our plans for our St. Joseph Parish Pilgrimage to the Holy Land, February 11-22, 2017, are progressing. We have a limited number of rooms still available for those who would like to visit and pra...

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There are still seats available for the Parish Pilgrimage to Our Lady of the Island, Manorville, New York  on Tuesday, October 18th. Please call the rectory at 747-3535 to reserve your seat.  The Schedule is as follows:  Bus leaves St. Joseph's at 8 AM (air-conditioned Coach Bus w...

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Sponsor a Family Holiday Preview

Posted on October 03, 2016

HOLIDAY PREVIEW 2016 Once again this year, we will be coordinating St. Joseph’s SPONSOR A FAMILY programs for Thanksgiving and Christmas which provide holiday dinners for our neighbors in need at Our Lady of Loretto parish in Hempstead and the Queen of the Most Holy Rosary parish in Roosevelt...

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ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY MEETING Friday, October 7th ~St. Agnes Room 10 AM Guest Speaker: Anthony Gentile Topic: The Catholic Tradition of Faith, Love and Family ********************* Friday, November 4th~St. Agnes Room 10 AM Guest Speaker: Erin von Uffel Topic: Servant of God, Sr. Marie de Mandat...

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Rosary Altar Society Communion Breakfast

Posted on September 23, 2016

The Rosary Altar Society of Saint Josephs’ welcomes all to our Annual Communion Breakfast Following the 9:00 am Mass on Sunday, October 2, 2016 at the Garden City Hotel Guest Speaker ~ Rev. Joseph Fitzgerald Please forward $48.00 reservation donation  Payable to: St. Joseph’s Ros...

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Sixth Annual NFL Football Event

Posted on September 23, 2016

SIXTH ANNUAL NFL FOOTBALL EVENT St. Joseph School Fathers Association invites you to join them New York Giants vs Minnesota Vikings Monday Night, October 3, 2016 at The Grill Room at the Cherry Valley Club 28 Rockaway Avenue at Third Street Garden City 7:30 PM through the end of the Game Cost: ...

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Bereavement Group

Posted on September 23, 2016

A six week bereavement group for those recently widowed is starting on Saturday, October 15th. Please call the Parish Social Ministry office at 747-7120 for further information.  

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Parish Social Ministry

Posted on September 23, 2016

PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY We would like to inform you, the parishioners of St. Joseph’s and our benefactors, about the direct service that has been provided with your assistance during the months of January through June 2016. As you may know, the Parish Social Ministry office provides assistance...

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Spiritual Adoption 9 Month Prayer Novena Baby Update - 4th & 5th Months for August - September 20th       Please click on file for update

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Catechetical Sunday - September 18, 2016

Posted on September 12, 2016

Catechetical Sunday September 18, 2016 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ: As the chief catechist of the Diocese of Rockville Centre I am delighted to join you in the celebration of Catechetical Sunday 2016! How appropriate it is for us to focus on this year’s theme: “Prayer: The Fai...

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Praying with the Sunday Scriptures

Posted on September 12, 2016 in: General News

WHAT DO THE SCRIPTURES SAY TO US EACH WEEK?You are invited to discuss, learn, pray with Sunday Scriptures. Tuesdays 9:45—10:45 AMSt. Agnes Room (materials & coffee provided)FIRST SESSION - September 26th Information: Sister Kathleen 747-3535 ext. 12

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Join the St. Joseph Youth Group!

Posted on September 08, 2016

Attention teens in grades 8 through 12 St. Joseph’s Youth Group is for YOU!!! Don’t miss out on joining the great Events and Programs we have planned for the upcoming year. Socials, Carnival, Car Wash, Holiday parties, Sports Tournaments, Cruise to Nowhere, clothing drive, Midnight Run...

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Rectory Office Closed

Posted on September 02, 2016

The Rectory Office will be closed on Monday, September 5th in observance of Labor Day. If you have an emergency and need the services of a priest, please call 516-434-1516. The Office will re-open on Tuesday, September 6th at 9:30 AM Thank you. 

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Join the St. Joseph Choirs!

Posted on August 31, 2016

IT’S TIME TO JOIN THE ADULT CHOIR! The Adult Choir is just starting up again after the Summer break and we will soon be in the midst of preparing music for Thanksgiving, Advent and Christmas along with the weekly Sunday Mass music. This is the perfect time for anyone who has been thinking abo...

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Newman Centers

Posted on August 31, 2016

Attention All High School Grads, Parents and Grandparents Our Teens are becoming Young Adults—starting college with a lifetime of opportunities in front of them. There will be many choices that they will make during the next 4 years, let’s help them to stay connected to their faith whil...

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Annual Blood Drive—Sunday, September 25th 7:45 AM—1:45 PM St. Joseph School Gym Your donation will help to save up to THREE lives. Our community hospitals need your help. Please share this lifesaving gift! Eligibility Criteria: Bring ID with signature or photo. Minimum weight 110 lbs. ...

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Therese, The Story of a Soul

Posted on August 31, 2016

Therese: The Story of a Soul, an original one-woman live drama performed by actress Audrey Ahern of Saint Luke Productions will be presented in Franklin Square at St. Catherine of Sienna Parish Auditorium on Sunday, September 25th at 6:00 PM. All are welcome to attend. Admission $15.00 Adults/ $10.0...

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Please click on the file below for more information on the canonization of Mother Teresa

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Parish Party - November 18, 2016

Posted on August 23, 2016

Parish Party 2016 St. Joseph’s: Our Families, Our Friendships, Our Faith We are enthused to announce that St. Joseph’s annual Parish Party Dinner/Dance will be returning on Friday, November 18, at the Garden City Hotel. We look forward to this opportunity to enjoy a festive evening toge...

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FORMED

Posted on August 15, 2016

Have you registered with FORMED?Last March we announced that St. Joseph Parish has taken a parish membership with FORMED, an on-line service that makes available programs of liturgical, theological, and spiritual formation, faith-oriented films for the entire family, e-books, and audios. Many par...

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Monday August 15th is the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This year it is not a holy day of obligation for Mass. However, the Mass Schedule is as follows: 8:00 and 9:00 AM and 7:30 PM in the Church. There will be no 8:00 PM Novena Mass in the Convent Chapel that day.

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Welcome, Fr. Emmanuel Mensah

Posted on June 23, 2016

We are pleased to welcome Fr. Emmanuel Mensah, who will be staying with us during July, August, and September. Fr. Emmanuel was ordained for the Diocese of Sekondi-Takoradi (in South-western Ghana) in 1992. He has parish experience as an associate and as a pastor in Ghana as well as in South Africa...

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Welcome, Deacon Jack McKenna

Posted on June 21, 2016

Several weeks ago we expressed our deep appreciation to Sr. Louise Cullen and wished her the best on her retirement as the Director of Stewardship at St. Joseph Parish. Sr. Louise will be leaving the office at the end of this month. She will remain in our prayers . . . and our hearts. At this time ...

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Cruise to Nowhere - July 20, 2016

Posted on June 15, 2016

CRUISE TO NOWHERE 2016 DO NOT MISS OUT!  Our Cruise this year is on Wednesday July 20, 2016 on the Captain Lou. Food, Fun, and friendship $30pp. 1st come 1st served. All youth ministries limited to 2 chaperones each. As soon as I get your money and permission slips you are guaranteed a spot. T...

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Rev. Msgr. Thomas F. Mulvanerty

Posted on June 10, 2016

We are saddened by the loss of Msgr. Mulvanerty, he entered into Eternal Life last week. If anyone would like to make a donation in memory of Msgr. Mulvanerty may do so by sending their donations to: The Franciscan Brothers 133 Remsen Street Brooklyn, New York 11201 Thank you. 

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Peter's Pence Collection

Posted on June 09, 2016

Next week (June 18/19) our diocese will take up the Peter’s Pence Collection, which provides the Holy Father with the funds he needs to carry out his most important charitable works. The proceeds benefit the most disadvantaged: victims of wars, oppression, and natural disasters. Through your g...

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DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, DC Saturday, September 24, 2016 $25.00 per person round trip transportation on a coach bus with comfortable seating, air-conditioning and a lavatory. As part of the celebration of this Jubilee Year of Mercy, please cons...

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CAPITAL CAMPAIGN Founded upon Faith, Entrusted with a Mission, Building for Our Future The brochures outlining St. Joseph Parish Capital Campaign were mailed to all registered parishioners. The work of repair and renovation is well under way. We are happy to say that the replacement of the air...

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Due to St. Joseph School Graduation Mass and Ceremony there will be no Confessions at 1PM on Saturday June 11th

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2017 Mass Book Opening

Posted on May 31, 2016

2017 Mass Book Opens Tuesday, June 14th at 9:30 AM We know you are eager to have your loved ones remembered at Mass and we will do our best to honor all requests. In order to facilitate the process we share this information with you. There will be no changes in the Mass Schedule for 2017. Monday t...

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The Battle for Religious Freedom

Posted on May 17, 2016

The Guardians of Religious Freedom invite you to join us on May 25th for an informative and important presentation by Edward Mechmann, Public Policy Coordinator from The New York Archdiocese.  If you are concerned about the rise of religious censorship and the legal consequence for exercising one's ...

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Respect Life Ministry

Posted on May 10, 2016

• Thank you to all who have enrolled in our parish’s annual Spiritual Adoption Novena. Enrollment is ongoing. Pick up a prayer card in the specially marked baskets at the doors of the church. • See in the recent May 6 issue of the Garden City News a beautiful Mother’s Day tribute to all mothers. Th...

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The Respect Life Ministry will begin our parish’s annual Spiritual Adoption Novena on the weekend of April 30/May 1. The 9-month novena is dedicated to praying daily - in the privacy of one’s home - two special prayers for preborn babies and their mothers and fathers. Parishioners can ...

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The Ascension of the Lord ~ Thursday, May 5thMass Times:Wednesday, May 4th 7:30 PM Thursday, May 5th 8:00 & 9:00 AM 12:10 PM and 7:30 PM

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The Four Keys to Everlasting Love

Posted on April 19, 2016

Congratulations to parishioners Dr. Manuel and Karee Santos on the publication of their new book The Four Keys to Everlasting Love: How Your Catholic Marriage Can Bring You Joy for a Lifetime (Ave Maria Press, 2016). The Four Keys offers engaged and married couples practical tips and spiritual wisdo...

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Jubilee Year of Mercy Holy Hour

Posted on April 18, 2016

Come join the Deacons of the Diocese of Rockville Centre for a Jubilee of Mercy Holy Hour. Thursday April 28, 2016 at 7PM at St Rosalie in Hampton Bays Wednesday September 14, 2016 at 7PM at St Edward the Confessor in Syosset Wednesday November 16, 2016 at 7PM at St Matthew in Dix Hills

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Adult Faith Formation

Posted on April 18, 2016

The Gospel of St. Luke presented by Father Patrick Griffin, CM St. John's University. May 4th Introducing Luke: The Gospel of Mercy.  May 11th Meals in Luke: Lessons on the Eucharist.  Both sessions are at 7:30 PM in the St. Agnes Room. ALL are welcome 

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In this year of Mercy, please come and join together as a diocese to celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday, April 3, 2016 at 11 AM at the Cathedral of Saint Agnes.  Most Reverend Peter A. Libasci, Bishop of Manchester, New Hampshire will be the principal celebrant.  Divine Mercy Devotions at the C...

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Becoming a Knight of Columbus can transform your life. As a Knight, you have the opportunity to support your parish, give back to the community, grow in your faith and gain exclusive access to our top-rated insurance program to protect your family. These are just some of the reasons to become a Knig...

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Holy Week Liturgies

Posted on March 21, 2016

MONDAY – March 21, 2016 Masses: 8:00, 9:00 a.m., 12:10 p.m. Monday of Holy Week is a Special Day of Reconciliation All parishioners are invited to the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Priests will be available in the church for Confessions from 3-9:00 p.m. NOTE: There is NO 8:00 p.m. Mass in the C...

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Movie for a Sunday Afternoon

Posted on March 21, 2016

ADULT FAITH FORMATION BOARD Presents: BIG STONE GAPThe story of Ave Maria Mulligan, who turns 40 in 1978 in a small town in the Appalachian Mountains of southwest Virginia, and thinks that life and love have passed her by. The movie is based on the best-selling novel by Adriana Trigiani, who also ...

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Blood Drive

Posted on March 21, 2016

Sunday, April 17, 20167:45 am – 1:45 pmSt. Joseph Church – School GymYour donation will help to save up to THREE lives. Our community hospitals need your help. Please share this lifesaving gift! Thank you for caring!Eligibility Criteria: Bring ID with signature or photo. Minimum weight 110 lbs.Age...

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Easter Message from the Bishop

Posted on March 15, 2016

Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Risen Christ, This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad, Alleluia! Alleluia! Saint Paul tells us that In Christ Jesus you are a new creation! Today we know with the mind of faith and feel in our hearts filled with joy how true that is and wh...

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Parish Lenten Mission 2016

Posted on March 10, 2016

March 14, 15 & 16th Father Paul Fagan CP will offer our Parish Lenten Mission on the theme of Mercy and Forgiveness.  Every day after the 9 AM Mass and again at 7:30 PM in the Church 

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The St. Joseph School PTA invites you to the Bloom and Grow Auction on Friday, April 15th at 7:30 PM. St. Joseph School Grounds. To purchase tickets and for sponsorship opportunities please go to www.sispta.com/auction or contact Eileen Knapp and Erin O'Toole-O'Rourke at auction@sispta.com

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Come together with your classmates and Father Scolaro for dinner and the chance to discuss what to expect in college and how to keep the faith! Sunday, April 10th and May 1st - after the 5:30 PM Mass in the St. Agnes Room. Please RSVP to Father Scolaro by April 5th - frjscolaro@stjosephsgc.com

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Thursday, March 10 12:00 - 4:00 PM.  Cherry Valley Country Club  Cost: $35.00 per person  Please click on attachement for more information and reservation form. 

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First Sunday of Lent

Posted on February 12, 2016

THE JUBILEE YEAR OF MERCY: LENT AND RECONCILIATION “Jesus Christ is the face of the Father’s mercy. These words might well sum up the mystery of the Christian faith. Mercy has become living and visible in Jesus of Nazareth, reaching its culmination in him.” With these words from th...

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Lenten Soup Supper- RSVP DUE MARCH 14TH!

Posted on February 08, 2016

Lenten Soup Supper Friday: March 18, 2016 Please join us on Friday Evening - March 18th 6PM to 7:30 PM in the St. Agnes Room for a simple Lenten meal in solidarity with those who struggle daily with food scarcity. Our evening will conclude with the Stations of the Cross in Church at 7:30 PM. Plea...

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The Holy Shroud of Turin Tour

Posted on February 08, 2016

Saint Rocco's Church Presents: THE HOLY SHROUD OF TURIN TOUR “Encountering Jesus in His Holy Shroud” Presenter: Mr. Donald H. Nohs—Director General Confraternity of the Passion A special presentation on the Holy Shroud of Turin will be held on: Friday—February 26, ...

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The 6th & 7th grade Religious Education Classes scheduled for today have been canceled due to the inclement weather. 

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Parish Lenten Project UPDATE

Posted on February 08, 2016

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Ash Wednesday ~ February 10, 2016

Posted on February 07, 2016

ASH WEDNESDAY: Mass at 8 AM and 9 AM and 12:10 PM - Ashes will be distributed during these Masses. Distribution of Ashes at Services: 7 AM, 4 PM and 7:30 PM Please note: there will be a 12:10 PM Mass, Monday through Friday during Lent.

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Mercy and Mary Weekend Retreat

Posted on February 05, 2016

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Daily Lenten Mass Schedule

Posted on February 03, 2016

Monday through Friday 8 AM, 9 AM and 12:10 PM. All Masses will be in the Church  Saturday and Sunday remain the regular Mass Schedule. 

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Taize` Prayer is a meditative service that centers around music, prayer and silence. We are invited to quiet our minds, open our hearts and feed our souls in the presence of God. March 9th 7:30 - 8:30 PM in the church.    

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Vacation Bible School

Posted on February 03, 2016

St. Joseph’s Parish ~ Hosted the Coolest Adventure of the Summer St. Joseph’s gym in Garden City was transformed into a climbing expedition (reaching the summit requires teamwork) of Mt. Everest, complete with a base camp in front of snowy mountain peaks. For four days starting June 29 ...

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Lenten Letter from Bishop Murphy

Posted on February 02, 2016

LENT 2016 JUBILEE OF MERCY Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ: The Holy Father has sent us all a Message for this Lent of the Jubilee of Mercy. I want to call your attention to it and urge you to read it. It is beautiful, concrete and opens up to us rich and inspiring ways to make this Lent a dee...

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Molloy College presents Catholics, Capitalism and Climate on Wednesday, February 17 at 2 PM Madison Theatre, 1000 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre.  Keynote speaker: Cardinal Peter Turkson, President of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace. Primary contributor to the recent Encyclical...

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On February 14, 2016 a collection will be taken for “The Church in Need.” The monies collected at this time will be shared among three areas of the world where there is particular need for help:  Church in Central and Eastern Europe - the Collection provides support for basic pastoral ...

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Please pray for Marian T. McNamara (Msgr. Brian McNamara’s mother) who entered into Eternal Life on January 21, 2016.The funeral arrangements are as follows: WAKE: CHAPEY & SONS FUNERAL HOMES - 20 Hicksville Road (Route 107) Bethpage, NY 11714           Tel: 516 &...

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Run for Catholic Education

Posted on January 22, 2016

Please join us on March 19th at 9 AM for the St Joseph School Run For Tomorrow's Hope 5K and Fun Run Flat, fast, traffic-free course, professionally timed and USATF certifiedAge category awardsPost-race festivalFun for seasoned runners and first timersWalkers and strollers welcomeFor info or to regi...

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Due to the blizzard warnings for Friday, January 22nd, we have cancelled the charter bus to Washington DC and the 5:00 AM Mass.  However, at the  9:00 AM Mass on Friday there will be an added intention for the Respect Life Ministry. A short film will be shown in the St. Agnes Room immediat...

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Families and the Year of Mercy

Posted on January 20, 2016

An Evening of Information and Conversation. Dr. Joann Heaney-Hunter, Professor of Pastoral Theology. What is the Year of Mercy? What is Pope Francis' vision of mercy? How can God's mercy be shared in the midst of our daily family lives? February 3rd, 7:30 PM St. Agnes Room St. Joseph Adult Faith Min...

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Queen of Hearts Luncheon

Posted on January 20, 2016

Please click on attachment for Queen of Hearts Luncheon information and reservation form.

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A Message from Bishop Murphy

Posted on January 20, 2016

Please click on attachment for Bishop Murphy's Letter

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Rectory Office Closed

Posted on January 15, 2016

on Monday, January 18th in observance of Martin Luther King Birthday. The office will open on Tuesday, January 19th at 9:30 AM.  If you have an emergency please call 516-434-1516. 

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12:10 PM Mass during Lent

Posted on January 13, 2016

There will be a 12:10 PM Mass Monday through Friday during Lent. 

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Please click on the attachments below for St. Joseph Parish Annual Spiritual and Financial Reports for 2015.

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IRA Charitable Rollover

Posted on January 06, 2016

What's called a rollover is actually a "qualified charitable distribution" that can be made to our Parish. Please click on attachment for more information.

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Respect Life - March for Life

Posted on January 03, 2016

Please join us on Friday, January 22, 2016. To reserve your seat on St. Josephs' Motor Coach to Washington call 516-816-5408.  Please click on attachment for more information

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Knights of Columbus ~ March for Life

Posted on January 03, 2016

Knights of Columbus invite you to join them on the March For Life - Friday, January 22, 2016 To reserve your seat on St. Josephs motor coach to Washington please call, 516-816-5408       Please click on attachment for more important information on the Walk for Life 

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