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Bishop William Murphy’s Pastoral Letter, “Belong More Deeply”
This website is here to serve all Catholics of our local Church on Long Island, and especially to support each parish community in its mission of faith formation. You will find information, resources, and many opportunities to learn more about your faith. Please contact us any time with any feedback or questions you may have.
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World Marriage Day 2012, February 12. For information on how parishes can celebrate this yearly event by sponsored by Worldwide Marriage Encounter please click here. The history of the day as well as ideas on how to support married couples of all ages is given on this website.
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Celebrate Religious Education Week: March 11–18, 2012.
Join us at the Publishers’ Showcase, Wednesday, March 14, 2012 to review the NEWEST diocesan approved materials for the 2012–13 school year. Come and hear the latest in religious education programs on Long Island. Register Online and Download Parish Resources here. |
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Mardi Gras Prayer Service and Brunch for Adults with Special Needs. Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012, Wantagh. Cost: $12.00 per person. Reservations and Pre-payment are Necessary for this event!!
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Bereavement Conference, March 17, 2012, Kellenberg H.S., Uniondale.
Hosted by the Office of Faith Formation and the Office of Catholic Cemeteries, the Bereavement Conference is designed for anyone who has experienced loss and for those who minister to the bereaved. A keynote speaker and multiple workshops are offered in specific loss, traumatic loss, spirituality and support and workshops for facilitators. Download a listing of workshops or register online and Save $. |
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Ministry Leadership Training
- Curso de Comunicación Para el Ministerio: (Spanish) Two–day course: Saturday, Jan. 7, and Feb. 11, 2012 in Westbury. More info…
- Liturgy: The Unending Symphony (Part II: The Eucharist): Develops on topics learned and discussed in Liturgy Part I. Feb. 11, 25, Mar. 3, 10, 17, 2012. Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Melville. Instructor: Msgr. Andrzej Zglejszewski. More info…
- Formation Weekend–Designing Prayer: will provide practical, engaging models, methods and skills to lead prayer for small and large groups in a variety of situations and for all ages. Feb. 3–5, 2012, Fri., 7:30pm–Sun. noon, The Seminary of the Immaculate Conception, Huntington. More info…
- Ocho Habitos para un Ministerio Eficaz: (Spanish) Courses offered on Fridays, March 2–23, 2012 (four sessions) in Patchogue. Instructor: José de Jesus. More info…
- Formation Weekend–Parish Systems: Participants will explore the complex web of systems i.e., family, parish, diocesan, socioeconomic, and cultural systems that impact all ministers. March 16–18, 2012, Fri., 7:30 pm–Sun., noon. Seminary of the Immaculate Conception, Huntington.More info…
- Formation Weekend–Collaborative Skills: Participants learn and develop leadership skills. May 18–20, 2012, Fri. 7:30 pm–Sun. noon. The Seminary of the Immaculate Conception, Huntington. More info…
- Formation Weekends in Spanish:
- Sistemas Parroquiales: Marzo 16–18, 2012.More…
- Habilidades de Colaboración: Abril 20–22, 2012. More…
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RCIA Coordinator Retreat Opportunity
An opportunity to spend time to reflect on what it means to be a disciple. Sunday, January 29, 2012. 2:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the Spiritual Life Center, St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Melville. $20 per person. RSVP by January 24, 2012! More... |
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Bereavement Ministry Course Offering
Part 1: Facilitator training builds on the foundation for understanding the general principles of Bereavement Ministry. 5 sessions on Mondays from 7:30–9:30pm at St. Brigid, Westbury. Classes start January 30, 2012. RSVP by January 23, 2012! More... |
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Sacramental Books for Children. These sacramental books are for children who are on the Autism Spectrum and who have learning difficulties and also provide suitable material for children who have developmental disabilities as they prepare for the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation. The books are for use one-on-one or with small groups and can be supplemented with diocesan approved material according to the needs of the children. Includes Picture Communication Symbols from Boardmaker (Mayer-Johnson LLC); the colorful symbols help make the theologically correct material understandable and insure the interest of the students. A list of resources is included in each book. $10.00/book includes shipping.
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Two DVD's Specifically for the Latino Catholic Community...
Un solo Señor, Una sola Fe, Un Solo Bautismo (One Lord, One Faith, One Baptism)
An introduction to infant baptism in the Roman Catholic Church.
(In Spanish) Join Father Fernando Echeverri as he unpacks the true meaning of the Catholic sacrament of baptism and the importance of ongoing faith formation. Click here for more information.…
“Planifique su Familia Naturalmente” (Plan Your Family Naturally) (In Spanish) Join Dr. Alvaro Ramos and the Cabrera, Esteban, Mazariegos and Silva families for a clear, engaging, and faithful introduction to Natural Family Planning (NFP). Click here for more information.… |
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VIRTUAL LEARNING AT IT’S BEST
The Diocese of Rockville Centre and the University of Dayton have partnered to make available a robust selection of adult religious education and faith formation courses via the internet. The “small virtual community” courses run between three to six weeks.
Click here for more information. |
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NCPD Announces “A Life Like Yours”
A video that shares the story of Maddie, who reminds us of the dignity and joy that can be found in every human life. This video was produced in collaboration with NCPD by the Office of Special Needs and the Life Issues Department of the Archdiocese of Washington.Click here (http://www.ncpd.org/node/1106) to watch the video. |
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