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Mass Intentions: Week of April 28th
| Day | Time | Intention | Requested By | Living or Deceased |
| Saturday | 5:00 p.m. | SGT Bernard M. Pellegrino Milton J. Lalloo | Louis and Marie Mercadante Mark Lalloo | Deceased Deceased |
| Sunday | 9:00 a.m. | Angela R. Gianfrancesco James Martin | Aunt Cheryl The Basha Family | Deceased Deceased |
| 11:00 a.m. | Giorgio and Racanelli Families Vincent Mercatili | The Martin Family The Krauss Family | Deceased Deceased | |
| Monday | 8:00 a.m. | Marlene McKinnis | Brenna and George Mayer | Deceased |
| Tuesday | 8:00 a.m. | Carmela Bueti | Janine Nicol and Doug McLellan | Deceased |
| Wednesday | 8:00 a.m. | Joseph Radelich Suffering Souls in Purgatory | The Radelich Family The Haase Family | Deceased |
| Thursday | 8:00 a.m. | The Ganis Family | Fr. Tim | Living |
| Friday | 8:00 a.m. | Matthew Joseph Pianka | The Pianka Family | Deceased |
| 7:00 p.m. | Confirmation | |||
| Saturday | 5:00 p.m. | Anthony Sacco Matthew Joseph Pianka | Louis and Marie Mercadante The Pianka Family | Deceased Deceased |
| Sunday | 9:00 a.m. | George Wynn Carla Mortelliti | The Wynn Family The LiMarzi Family | Deceased Deceased |
| 11:00 a.m. | George Gumina Sr. Bernice Santini | The Santini Family | Deceased |
The Pastor’s Column – Week of April 28th
Dear Parishioners,
On Wednesday, April 24, a small group of countries celebrates Administrative Professional Day, formerly known as Admin Day or Secretary Day. This day recognizes the professional who keeps an office organized and running smoothly every day. Administrative Assistants include secretaries, receptionists, and other administrative support professionals.
During WWII, there was an increased need for skilled administrative personnel. Even with modern technology, and a reduction in the labor force, it is nice to have a “REAL” person/face on the other end of the phone and at the door to meet, greet, and execute.
Here at The Magdalene, we are blessed with Maria Paese as our Administrative Assistant and Marianne Scott as our Receptionist. Both handle many administrative tasks. Those of you who have had the opportunity to come into contact with them, tell me that they are not only a pleasure but a treasure to The Magdalene. On behalf of Parishioners and Friends, whom they serve, I say “Thank You” with a fl oral tribute on behalf of ALL of us. We’re also grateful for past Administrative Assistants who have served you with great loyalty and distinction.
Fr. Tim
The Word of God
Reading I: Acts 9: 26-31 Paul is at first much feared by the disciples because of his past persecution of them. But his conversion led to the peace described here.
Reading II: 1 John 3: 18-24 The test of one’s acceptance by God is the willingness to do “what pleases Him,” namely loving one another as He commands.
The Gospel: John 15: 1-8 Jesus describes Himself as the true vine, replacing the older image of Israel as the vine. The disciples, representing Jesus in the world, give glory to the Father.
Camp Marist
CAMP MARIST, located in New Hampshire, is now accepting applications for their 2024 Camp Season. The Marist Brothers USA runs the Camp and is an excellent/safe place for kids to have “THE BEST SUMMERS OF THEIR LIVES!” Enroll Now! Visit CAMPMARIST.org
CELEBRATING OUR 130TH ANNIVERSARY
Discussions are underway by the Parish Council for the celebration of our 130th Anniversary on Sunday, July 21st at the 11:00 a.m. Mass followed by a social. If you wish to serve on the Planning Committee or have any ideas, please contact Rebeca Ford at revarq@gmail.com
Church of the Magdalene’s Social Justice Corner
The Encyclical Laudato Si’ encourages us to be aware that our daily actions as a world community shape the future of our planet. As Spring approaches, the Social Justice Committee urges us to learn about and purchase native plants for our gardens. Teatown will sell native plants on May 11. The Native Plant Center at Westchester Community College will sell native plants on April 27. They also offer classes about the importance of native plants in sustainable gardening.
Schoolyard asphalt leads to skinned knees in many children. The Social Justice Committee urges us to contact senators/congresspeople to support th e Living Schoolyards Act (Senate Bill 1538) to replace asphalt with green spaces which will aid the environment. It is important to support legislation that promotes change.