"Sustenance in the Desert" Lenten Retreat

Prepare for time in the desert and accompany Jesus on March 9, from 9:00am to 1:00pm in Assumption parish hall. We will reflect with Ignatian spirituality and forms of prayer. Kaija DeWitt-Allen, M.A. in Theology will lead the retreat.

Please let us know if you are coming, though walk-ins are welcome:

https://forms.gle/yCVWUM3yGk8t9iqe6

Any questions? Please contact Virginia Navarro affc@oratorychurch.org.

Family Mass at Assumption on Sunday

9:30am, March 10, 2024

Lenten Vespers on Laetare Sunday: "Rejoice"

Enter more deeply into the Lenten season! Participating in Vespers is a perfect way to slow down and prepare for Easter. We will mark the halfway point of Lent through prayer, scripture, song, and reflection. Br. Andy Richards, C.O., will reflect on this Sunday’s reading from Ephesians 2: 4-10. St. Boniface, Sunday, March 10, at 4 pm.

Lenten Second Collection

Diocesan Second Collection for Catholic Relief Services on March 10.

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of Catholics in the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas particularly by responding to major emergencies, fighting disease and poverty, and nurturing peaceful and just societies. www.crs.org

If you will not be at Mass this weekend, you can donate using PushPay using the appropriate dropdown link:

If you will not be at Mass this weekend, you can donate using PushPay using the appropriate dropdown link:

For St. Boniface: https://pushpay.com/g/oratorychurchbrooklyn?src=hpp

For Assumption: https://pushpay.com/g/oratorychurch?src=hpp

Sacrament of Reconciliation

To help prepare for Easter, we will observe “Reconciliation Monday” on Monday, March 25, 2024, along with churches throughout the Diocese of Brooklyn, Rockville Center, and the Archdiocese of NY. On that day, parishes will offer extended periods for the celebration of the Sacrament of Reconciliation (aka Sacrament of “Confession” or “Penance”).

We will celebrate a communal penance service (with confessions) at Assumption Church at 7 pm. Confession will be available during these times in our parishes on Monday, March 25, 2024.

St. Boniface

11am-12pm 12:30pm-1:30pm

Assumption

7:30am-8 am

8:30am-9 am

4:30pm-6 pm

7pm: Penance Service w/Confessions

Ministers of Hospitality at Assumption

Join the ministers of hospitality at Assumption Church and become a part of creating a welcoming environment for parishioners and visitors during the Saturday evening and Sunday morning Masses. By assisting with the collection and helping visitors, you help set the tone for a positive experience for all. Becoming a hospitality minister, and help put the words of Jesus into action: " I was a stranger and you welcomed me." (Matthew 25:35). Don't miss this opportunity to serve your Assumption parish and make a difference. Contact the parish office for information info@oratorychurch.org or speak to the sacristan.

Coffee Hour at St. Boniface

We will have a St. Patrick-St. Joseph themed coffee hour on Sunday, March 10, following the 11:15am Mass.

Diocesan Day of Eucharistic Revival:

Save the Date: April 20, 2024, 9am, Louis Armstrong Stadium, Billie Jean King Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows, Queens

An open invitation to all our parishioners to join Bishop Brennan and parishioners from across the diocese for a day of faith-filled activities centered on Eucharistic Revival. Please email Fr. Kishore knagothu@oratorychurch.org to reserve your ticket.

Community Service Day at Assumption

Save the Date: Saturday, April 27

Easter Flower Offering in Memoriam and Best Wishes

If you would like to dedicate altar flowers in memory of a loved one or in honor of someone, please send in the name(s) to info@oratorychurch.org or include the names on your parish giving envelopes. We will print the names and remember them at mass on Easter Sunday. The suggested donation for altar flowers is $20.00. You can make your payment on Pushpay by selecting the appropriate dropdown menu.



For St. Boniface: https://pushpay.com/g/oratorychurchbrooklyn?src=hpp

For Assumption: https://pushpay.com/g/oratorychurch?src=hpp

Family Faith Formation

Dates for Confirmation Classes and Parent Nights

Parent discussion with Dennis Corcoran: 7 pm (via zoom) March 7, April 11, May 2

Confirmation Class

5pm - 7:30pm at ABVM, March 9, April 13, May 11



Family Faith Formation and Sacrament Preparation Update

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Q2JJJatHHL8eNFZsa_bcod8NAlD3-1dgB3ECCKIRJY8/edit

Mass Intention

If you would like to request a Mass for someone living or deceased, Mass intentions are available. Email info@oratorychurch.org. The offering is $20. Please pay by using Pushpay or by mailing a check to 64 Middagh St. Brooklyn, NY 11201.

New Film about Mother Cabrini to be Released

On March 8 (International Women’s Day), “Cabrini,” a film about the life and work of St Frances Xavier Cabrini will be released at over 3,000 theaters across the nation. The film tells the story of the incredible odds and obstacles this Italian nun overcame as she and her other sisters worked to serve the waves of Italian immigrants coming to the United States as well as other parts of the Americas in the late 19th and early 20thcenturies. In 1950 Pope Pius XII named her the patron saint of immigrants. The film stars Cristiana Dell’ Anna as the saint herself; John Lithgow as the New York City mayor; and David Morse as the archbishop of New York. Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uuFkt3w-7kI

Scam Awareness

The New York City Police Department’s scam awareness educates the public about various schemes criminals use to target and exploit people, steal their money or other property, and cause incalculable harm to individuals, families, and communities. Police personnel assigned to answer the hotline, 646-610-SCAM, will guide callers in responding to scams, educate them about additional resources, and refer them to services, including 911, for crimes requiring a police response. This month's Scam Alert covers gift card awareness. See https://bit.ly/4aFVyPC

Weekly Mass Intention Schedule

Fourth Sunday of Lent

Laetare Sunday

Weekly Readings:

https://bible.usccb.org/readings

Assumption

3-9.....5:00pm....Frank Gallaro

3-10...9:30am....For the People of the Parish

3-11....8:00am....Anna Walden

3-12....8:00am....Intentions- Fr. Raj Narisetty

3-13....8:00am....Priest's Intention

3-14....8:00am....Oratory Prayer

3-15....8:00am....Joseph Cho (B'day)

St. Boniface

3-10....11:15am....For the People of the Parish

3-10....6:00pm....For the Holy Souls in Purgatory

3-11....12:10pm...Walter Jamieson, Jr.

3-12....12:10pm...Kathleen Garber

3-13....12:10pm...Alexa and Nicolas O'Connor (Intentions)

3-14....12:10pm...Jack Maxwell

3-15....12:10pm...Robert Cavalcante

Upcoming Calendar

March

3/9......Lenten Retreat, ABVM, 9am

3/10....Vespers, St. B, 4pm

3/10....Daylight Saving Time

3/10....Family Mass, ABVM, 9:30am

3/17.....Passiontide

3/24....Palm Sunday

3/25....Reconciliation Monday

3/31.....Easter Sunday

April

4/12......OWC-Talent Night, ABVM hall, 6pm

4/14......Baptism Sunday, STB, 11:15am

4/20.....Diocesan Eucharistic Revival

4/21......Baptism Sunday, ABVM, 9:30am

4/27......ABVM Community Service Day

May

5/19......Quarterly Mass, ABVM, 9:30am

5/19......St. Philip Neri Picnic, ABVM

Opportunities for Reconciliation

Assumption, Saturdays, 4:15pm-4:45pm

St. Boniface, Wednesdays, 12:30pm

Sundays, 5:15pm-5:45pm

Reconciliation Monday, March 25 (More details to follow)

Opportunities for Prayer & Reflection

Stations of the Cross:

Assumption, Lenten Fridays, immediately following the 8:00am Mass St. Boniface, Lenten Mondays, immediately following the 12:10pm Mass

Please keep the sick of the community in your prayers:

Alice Mulholland, Thomas Doxsey, Larry Murphy, John Baer, Jose Hernandez, George Slater, Chris Waterman, Estelle Miller, Mary Meo, Mary Cella, Kim Manzi.

Rest In Peace: Charlie Torres, Betsey Bittlingmaier, Jack Maxwell, Elizabeth Steinhauser, Genevieve Curran, Christopher Wright, Wanda Morgan, Andrew White, Sr. Dolores Fischer, OP, Jovita DeLeon.

Altar Candle Dedications

St Joseph candle offered by Connie Leone

Blessed Mother candle offered by Kathy Reynolds

Baptism at the Oratory Parishes

If you are expecting a child or are new to our communities and would like to have your child baptized in our parishes, please send your inquiry to baptism@oratorychurch.org. We will follow up with you. Please check our website for upcoming baptism dates here: https://oratorychurch.org/baptisms. Baptisms are celebrated during Mass.

The Brooklyn Oratory Parishes

Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary 

55 Cranberry St. between Henry and Hicks

Brooklyn Heights

Church of St. Boniface

190 Duffield St.

Downtown Brooklyn

Daily Masses

Monday - Friday, 8:00am at Assumption

Monday - Friday, 12:10pm at St. Boniface

Weekend Masses

Saturdays, 5:00pm at Assumption

Sundays, 9:30am at Assumption

Sundays, 11:15am and 6:00pm at St. Boniface

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The Sacrament of Penance

Saturdays, 4:15 - 4:45pm at Assumption

Wednesdays, 12:30pm at St. Boniface

Sundays, 5:15 - 5:45pm at St. Boniface

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Weekday Church Hours

Monday through Friday, 11:30am - 1:00pm at St. Boniface

Monday through Friday, 7:30am - 9:00am at Assumption

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Prayers and Devotions

Rosary, Tuesdays & Thursdays after the 12:10pm Mass at St. Boniface,

Thursdays after 8:00am Mass at Assumption

St. Anthony Novena, Tuesdays after 8:00am Mass at Assumption

First Fridays, Sacred Heart Novena after 8:00am Mass at Assumption

First Saturdays, 9:00am Mass with Rosary, Meditation and Benediction at Assumption

First Sunday Holy Hour, 5:00pm at St. Boniface

Stewardship

Your faithful stewardship has helped sustain our communities and maintain vital ministries and services. Thank you for keeping faith with us and supporting our common work of the gospel. You can make your donation online through Pushpay by clicking on one of the links.

For St. Boniface: https://pushpay.com/g/oratorychurchbrooklyn?src=hpp

For Assumption: https://pushpay.com/g/oratorychurch?src=hpp

Or mail checks or envelopes to:

64 Middagh St

Brooklyn NY 11201

Attn: Assumption or St. Boniface