My dear friends,
The Church in New York celebrates the Solemnity of the Ascension 40 days after the Resurrection (this past Thursday), giving us 9 full days to offer a Novena of Prayers to the Lord Jesus to send down His Holy Spirit anew as we will celebrate on Pentecost (Sunday, May 22/23 - by the way, please wear red to Pentecost Mass on the 22nd and 23rd as it is the birthday of the Church!).
Let's pray daily for a deeper share in this Gift of God for ourselves, our families and our parish:
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth.
O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, Through Christ Our Lord, Amen.
We are excited to debut this month our online registration for Religious Education for the 2021-2022 school year! We hope this will be a more efficient way to do things, assist with keeping our records up-to-date while avoiding redundancies on your part and ours, and enable us to engage the technological present with confidence! Please see below for further information. Thank you very much to Rita McCabe who is making it happen in conjunction with the Religious Education Office.
Thank you for your wonderful generosity to India, as well as to the Cardinal's Annual Stewardship Appeal (we are at 87% of goal) and to our Easter Collection.
Join me in helping to support an Eagle Scout Candidate and IHM Parishioner, Andrew Mannion, as he leads a Food Drive to benefit HOPE Soup Kitchen and to replenish and renew our IHM Food Pantry. The sharp looking red containers, which Andrew made and set up at each door of the main church, is where you may place your food donations. Thank you Andrew!
As we hear positive news about the lifting of certain restrictions in this pandemic, please know that the Center for Disease Control recommendations need to be filtered through the New York State Health Department for their guidelines and then onto Westchester County's Health Department. Only after all of that will the Archdiocese of New York evaluate such updated guidelines before we see any potential changes at Mass. Your patience and diligence, in the meantime, is greatly appreciated.
I was very sorry to hear that some Sunday regulars were shut-out from registering for Mass on Mothers' Day. While it was good that families brought more numbers, and we certainly would like to welcome everyone back to Sunday Mass, we really need to see social distance in church go safely to 3' or less in order to accommodate a substantially greater number of parishioners for Mass. Until then, we are in a holding pattern as we have been since Christmas.
Midnight Run this eve, Baby Bottle Collection ongoing, Women's Formation Group having an engaging time unpacking the Church's Social Doctrine, and the penultimate meeting of the Parish Council this Monday evening! I cannot wait or imagine what it will be like when the Parish gets back to 100% activity and prayer!
If you see Fr. Rafferty this Sunday - wish him a Happy Birthday!
A blessed Sunday in this month of Our Lady!
Immaculate Heart of Mary School
May Crowning | May 7, 2021
The Memorare
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,
that never was it known that
anyone who fled to thy protection,
implored thy help,
or sought thine intercession was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee,
O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come,
before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful.
O Mother of the Word Incarnate,
despise not my petitions,
but in thy mercy hear and answer me.
Amen.
WORD ON FIRE | ENGAGE
WHY DO CATHOLICS
CARE SO MUCH ABOUT MARY?
IHM Parishioners now have access to
premium video content from Word on Fire!
WHAT IS WORD ON FIRE | ENGAGE?
These films and videos feature Bishop Robert Barron who has been hailed as “one of the Church’s greatest messengers" and is the second most-followed Catholic in the world on social media (behind only Pope Francis.) He is best known for his CATHOLICISM film series and his Emmy-nominated Pivotal Players series, which have both aired on PBS and EWTN, and have been seen by millions of people.
These videos are available to any IHM Parishioner who is signed up for IHM's Flocknote messages. If you have Flocknote access, please go to https://ihmscarsdale.flocknote.com/ and use the blue LOGIN button. Once logged in, a big banner will appear with an orange button "Visit WoFDigital.org".
If your email and/or phone number is not registered with the Flocknote, or if you would like to add additional addresses, please register visit the IHM Flocknote page on this website or text IHMS to 84576.
JOINED BY FAITH—Auxiliary Bishop Edmund Whalen, right, meets with Immaculate Heart of Mary High School of Religion students in Scarsdale April 21. With Bishop Whalen is Msgr. Luke Sweeney, pastor of Immaculate Heart of Mary parish.
Praise for Students at High School of Religion in Scarsdale
Posted Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Auxiliary Bishop Edmund Whalen, vicar for clergy, met with Immaculate Heart of Mary High School of Religion students in Scarsdale to discuss the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on their faith.
Bishop Whalen asked students to reflect on ways their faith has grown since the start of the pandemic and joined with Msgr. Luke Sweeney, parish pastor, in commending students for exploring their faith and Catholic identity.
Immaculate Heart of Mary High School of Religion (HSOR) is a weekly faith-building program for public school students in grades nine through 12.
HSOR has resumed in-person gatherings at Immaculate Heart of Mary after meeting on Zoom for the past year with the teaching team of coordinator Nancy Vericker and teachers Ray Mechmann and Elise Kuhn.
MASS ATTENDANCE SAFETY PROTOCOLS
As we seek to renew our practices to keep everyone safe, please remember to disinfect when you enter the church and wear masks properly covering your mouth and nose, particularly if you should cough or sneeze. Always feel free to excuse yourself if you need to or if you feel unsafe. We encourage everyone to arrive early for Mass so as to assist in seating and to prevent your reserved seats from being given to others when Mass starts. After Mass, to avoid congregating, please exit by the closest door. Thank you for your attention to these reminders and to your understanding.
SUNDAY, MAY 15/16 MASS SIGNUP
If you missed the Mass Signup that went out in Monday's Flocknote, please use the signup below.
Please note: to simplify Mass Signup for Parishioners who regularly attend a specific Mass each week, we created a Recurring Weekly Mass Signup. If you are already on the Recurring Weekly Mass list, then there is no need to complete a new signup below. If you plan to attend the same Mass weekly, please contact the rectory at 914-723-0276 to be added to the list.
IHM Public Masses Sunday May 16, 2021
Please Sign Up for your choice of in-person Mass below. You will be given the option to sign-up up to 10 family members. You will receive a confirmation email, there is no need to print and bring with you. We will have a list of confirmed attendees at the church entrance.
IHM Saturday May 15, 5:30pm
IHM Sunday May 16, 8:00am
IHM Sunday May 16, 10:00am
IHM Sunday May 16, 12:00pm
IHM DONATIONS
If you plan to contribute online using WeShare for your recurring IHM contributions, and would like to discontinue receiving mailed envelopes, or if you have any questions or comments about envelopes or WeShare, please use the simple contact form above.
May 9, 2021
Paschaltide
Year of St. Joseph
Dear Friends in the Lord:
Your participation in the collection for the Church in Central and Eastern Europe expresses your care and support for the people in Ukraine and throughout the region, especially in times of crisis and disruption.
The Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC) came to the assistance of homebound senior citizens in many cities, using Church facilities to organize the work and engage both local volunteers and assistance from abroad. Volunteers prepared meals and delivered them. The UGCC mobilized its network of about 120 hospitals, chaplains and collected and distributed badly needed protective clothing, masks, sanitizer, and other necessities to ensure their safety as they ministered to the sick throughout the country.
The Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC) came to the assistance of homebound senior citizens in many cities, using Church facilities to organize the work and engage both local volunteers and assistance from abroad. Volunteers prepared meals and delivered them. The UGCC mobilized its network of about 120 hospitals, chaplains and collected and distributed badly needed protective clothing, masks, sanitizer, and other necessities to ensure their safety as they ministered to the sick throughout the country.
Please be generous to the appeal because your support helps foster nurturing communities in which Catholic can share and grow in faith. For more information, visit www.usccb.org/ccee.
With gratitude to you for your help to restore the Church and build the future in Central and Eastern Europe, and with my prayerful best wishes for a joyful Easter season, I am,
Faithfully in Christ,
+Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan
Archbishop of New York
THANKS TO IHM PARISH FROM INDIA!
Before the Archdiocese directed a special collection for India to be given to the Catholic Near East Welfare Association, a $1,500 donation in the name of our IHM Parish was made from the Social Ministry Account to the St. Ann’s Congregation of Sisters in India, thanks to Fr. Thumma. Their Community assists the needy in COVID times by burying the dead, helping the sick and feeding the poor. The Superior General Sr. P. Anthony and Provincial Sr. Suman wish to thank IHM for our donation.
Special thanks to Fr. Thumma for arranging this. These photos show how the proceeds were directed.
Special thanks to Fr. Thumma for arranging this. These photos show how the proceeds were directed.
We joyfully announce the forthcoming celebration of Marriage for
III Michael Cavataio & Ashley Manca
II Daniel Nee & Lauren Jenkins
IHM ONE COMMUNITY PLANTING EVENT
JOIN US NEXT SUNDAY, MAY 23 FROM 3-4PM
If you are interested in attending, contact Tara Richie at TAR419@Gmail.com. Include your name and number of participants.
2021-2022 IHM Religious Education
Online Registration Coming Soon
DON'T MISS IT!
The entire registration process for the 2021-2022 IHM Religious Education Program, including credit card payment, will be online.
We are finalizing the registration process and plan to go live on Monday, May 17, 2021. Returning Families can expect an email to the family primary email address with a link to the online registration. New Families will find the registration link on our website starting May 17th. https://ihm-parish.org/2021-2022-registration.
IHM’S ANNUAL BABY BOTTLE COLLECTION
FOR EXPECTANT MOTHER CARE
Each year this simple collection raises thousands of dollars for Moms and children – with all profits going to support Expectant Mother Care (EMC) in its mission to help mothers and families in crisis pregnancies. Funds support mobile units, free ultrasounds and testing, pregnancy assistance, residences for Mothers, and physical, mental, emotional and spiritual support for families. Please pick up an empty baby bottle from IHM Church, and fill it with change, checks, prayers and love! On Fathers' Day you may return the bottle filled with donations for EMC. Please make out your checks to Expectant Mother Care.
Dear friend,
The Spring 2021 edition of Archways, the quarterly magazine of the Archdiocese of New York, is now available online. To view or download, click here.
In this issue we mark the beginning of the return to full participation in Church activities in the Archdiocese . Our special lead feature, “Return of the Faithful,” describes the arc of Mass attendance from March 2020, when churches closed for in-person Mass, to the present. We hear from pastors and health experts on the efforts to regather all Catholics at services that are safe and welcoming, where all can experience the joy of community, the mystery of Christ’s Presence on the altar, and the receiving of the Eucharist.
Our cover story, “Saints of New York: Venerable Pierre Toussaint,” tells the story of the remarkable man, born a slave, who became one of the most prominent New York Catholics of the 19th century – and is now a candidate for sainthood. And our third feature, “Joyful Passages: The Words That Inspire Us,” presents favorite texts – biblical passages, poetry, saintly writings, songs – recommended by some of our priests, ordained religious, and music directors around the archdiocese.
Elsewhere in the issue, you’ll read about:
- How parish religious education programs overcame the pandemic to teach the faith to our children (and their parents!)
- Eucharist adoration – its historic origins and current flowering
- The deep meaning of Paschal Time and its place in the liturgical year
- Mental-health effects of social isolation on vulnerable young people
- How the Cardinal’s Annual Stewardship Appeal became a lifeline during Covid-19
I hope you will find valuable information and inspiration in the Spring 2021 edition, and that you will look forward to our next issue, Summer 2021, due out at the beginning of July.
Yours in Christ,
Michael S. Cain
Managing Editor, Archways
- The next Parish Council meeting will be on Monday, May 17 at 7:30PM via Zoom.
- The College Evenings: IHM is looking forward to the return of so many college parishioners finishing up the Spring Semester on campus! We are planning an in-person meeting after exams finish. Please contact the group's Coordinator, Daniella Ashman (dasher0509@gmail.com), or the Co-Coordinator, David Pereira (davidpereira5719@gmail.com) for more information about our college evenings. CLICK HERE to sign up for the email list.
- The Centering Prayer Group meets every Wednesday in the Church from 1-2pm. The Group will NOT be meeting on Wednesday, May 19. Meetings will resume on Wednesday, May 26.
- The IHM High School of Religion (HSOR) is a vibrant faith and learning community for students in grades 9-12. HSOR meets every Wednesday night at IHM Church from 7:30-8:30PM for the weekly activity and refreshments. CLICK HERE for more information.
- Formation Group for Women: We continue to welcome new participants to this 9 week course that takes place on Tuesdays from 9:45-10:45AM through June 8. Cost is $40. CLICK HERE to learn more about this course and to register!
- New York Blood Center: The region's blood supply is still dangerously low and donors are desperately needed. NYBC has 19 donor centers across NY & NJ to make donating as convenient as possible for you. CLICK HERE to make an appointment today! If you prefer, call (800) 933-2566. Don't forget to wear your mask.
GOLDEN JUBILEE WEDDING MASS
AT ST. PATRICK'S CATHEDRAL
Congratulations to all couples celebrating their 25th, 50th and 75th Wedding Anniversary this year! Please let the IHM Rectory know so as to request an Archdiocesan certificate to commemorate this important family milestone and witness of grace in our Church.
Couples of the Archdiocese of New York celebrating 50 years of marriage during 2021 are invited to attend the Golden Jubilee Wedding Mass at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral on Sunday, June 6, at 2:30PM. The Mass will be celebrated by His Eminence, Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan. All who wish to attend the Mass must register by Monday, May 17. To register, please call 914-723-0276.
Please note: Pews will be reserved for golden jubilee couples only. Up to two (2) additional family and friends will be accommodated in pews outside of the reserved section in general seating. All Golden Jubilee couples will receive a commemorative certificate. Couples who are unable to attend Mass but are celebrating fifty years of marriage may also register with their parish to receive a certificate.
HOPE COMMUNITY SOUP KITCHEN
NEEDS YOUR HELP!
- We are looking for more volunteers to cook for the HOPE Community Supper Program. The need is greater than ever. Cooking is done at home and delivered to the Church, it is then picked up and delivered to HOPE Community Services in New Rochelle (www.hopecommunityservices.org).
- Timing: Held every third Friday, and also the occasional 5th Tuesday of the month. NEXT HOPE SOUP KITCHEN Drop off: FRIDAY, May 21 by 12noon – please bring perishable food close to noon.
- If cooking is "not your thing" we could use help with shopping for other food items
- Contact: Lynne Richy at (914) 772-8348 to sign up or ask questions.
Pope Francis’ Message for the World Communication: Encountering People as They Are
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
The invitation to “come and see”, which was part of those first moving encounters of Jesus with the disciples, is also the method for all authentic human communication. In order to tell the truth of life that becomes history (cf. Message for the 54th World Communications Day, 24 January 2020), it is necessary to move beyond the complacent attitude that we “already know” certain things. Instead, we need to go and see them for ourselves, to spend time with people, to listen to their stories and to confront reality, which always in some way surprises us. “Open your eyes with wonder to what you see, let your hands touch the freshness and vitality of things, so that when others read what you write, they too can touch first-hand the vibrant miracle of life”. This was the advice that Blessed Manuel Lozano Garrido offered to his fellow journalists. This year, then, I would like to devote this Message to the invitation to “come and see”, which can serve as an inspiration for all communication that strives to be clear and honest, in the press, on the internet, in the Church’s daily preaching and in political or social communication. “Come and see!” This has always been the way that the Christian faith has been communicated, from the time of those first encounters on the banks of the River Jordan and on the Sea of Galilee.
IHM CLASS OF 1976 REUNION
SPREAD THE WORD!
The Class of 1976 is starting to plan a class reunion scheduled for the spring of 2022.The tentative agenda is to hold a Mass followed by a dinner/cocktail party with music and lots of reminiscing. If you or a loved one graduated IHM in 1976 , please email Kathy LiCalzi Catanzariti at Kcatanzariti62@gmail.com or email Theresa Vaccaro Nicholson email novellaiscool@aol.com.
THE ANNUAL CARDINAL'S STEWARDSHIP APPEAL LATEST NUMBERS:
Goal: $198,000
Goal: $198,000
Pledged: $172,552
Difference: $25,448
Paid: $159,767
Participants: 267 (Goal: 322)
Percent of goal: 87%
Visit cardinalsappeal.org to learn more or to make a gift! Make sure to designate Immaculate Heart of Mary, Scarsdale.
The Archdiocese of New York takes the stewardship of your donations and its resources seriously. If you have knowledge of financial misconduct or suspect that it might be occurring, please report your concerns via a toll free hotline, at 877-820-0541, 24 hours per day or visit www.reportlineweb.com/ADNY.
CROSSROADS 4 CHRIST:
YOUNG ADULT CONFERENCE
Join Crossroads 4 Christ for their Second Annual Young Adult Conference from May 17-23! This years’ theme “Into the Deep” promises to bring you deeper into the abundant life Jesus offers us, a life lived with Him and in His Church. Throughout the week you will be invited to listen to local and national speakers give inspiring online talks and virtual Q&As, as well as to join the C4C community for select in-person events! FREE registration is open to all young adults, ages 18-39, and anyone interested in learning about young adult evangelization and the abundant life Jesus offers us. For registration and more information visit www.c4cconference.org.
In-Home COVID-19 Vaccinations
for Homebound Residents
If you are a homebound resident 18 years of age or older in need of a COVID-19 vaccination, or someone responsible for the care of a homebound Scarsdalian, please contact the Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corp by phone at 914.722.2288 or by email using covid@scarsdalevac.com to make an appointment between 9AM and 7PM. If you reach voicemail when trying to schedule an appointment, please leave a message.
SVAC also offers COVID-19 testing, either rapid or molecular. Unlike COVID vaccinations, which are limited to homebound Scarsdalians, COVID testing is available for all Scarsdale residents. If you need a COVID-19 test, please make an appointment by calling 914.722.2288 or by going online at www.scarsdalevac.com/covid. When you arrive for your testing appointment, please remain in your car and SVAC personnel will come out to your vehicle.
ANNUAL CHILDREN'S MEMORIAL MASS
FOR BEREAVED PARENTS
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (1377 East Main Street, Shrub Oak, NY) is celebrating its 26th Annual Children’s Memorial Mass for Bereaved Parents on Saturday, June 5, at 11AM. Fr. Robert A. Quarato, Pastor, will celebrate the Eucharist as we join together to bear one another’s burdens, and pray to God for comfort, strength and renewal. Your beloved child’s name will be displayed in the sanctuary. Light refreshments will be served in the auditorium following the Mass. If your child’s name has never been submitted for inclusion in this Memorial Mass, please call the Parish Office by May 17 at 914-528-3547. In Seton’s Our Lady Memorial Chapel, the pictures of our deceased children are included in a magnificent Book of Remembrance. If you would like to include your child’s photo, please call the Seton Parish Office.
PRO LIFE CORNER
“Saying that there are too many children is like saying there are too many flowers.” -St. Mother Teresa
Fact: Since 1973, over 63 million babies have been aborted in the United States.
Action: What YOU can do to make a difference:
- Pray for the unborn and the protection of all life
- Seek the truth about the evils of abortion in order to defend life
- Support national efforts like the March for Life and 40 Days for Life campaigns
- Support our Baby Bottle Drive for Expectant Mother Care.
Parishioners who attend DAILY MASS, can sign up to receive an email each day for the readings of the day. If you would like to subscribe to the emails for the daily readings, Click HERE
For THIS SUNDAY's Readings, May 15/16, 2021, Click HERE
Please be advised that you can print them out at home or you can use your phone or tablet to follow along with the readings in church or at home.
SUNDAY, May 16, 2021
Seventh Sunday of Easter
5:30PM - Captain Frank Pezzella
8:00AM - Anthony Carrea
10:00AM - Josephine Lelia
12:00PM - Frank Anthony Germano
12:00PM - Frank Anthony Germano
The weekly intention for The People of Immaculate Heart of Mary will be offered privately by the Pastor
MONDAY, May 17, 2021
6:45AM - Delfina & Domenico Di Bttista
9:00AM - Sixto Maya
TUESDAY, May 18, 2021
St. John I
6:45AM - JoAnn Murphy
9:00AM - Michael McDermott
WEDNESDAY, May 19, 2021
6:45AM - Vito Galati
9:00AM - Mary & Henry Greig
THURSDAY, May 20, 2021
St. Bernardine of Siena
6:45AM - Anne DeSimone
9:00AM - Angela Macaluso
FRIDAY, May 21, 2021
St. Christopher Magallanes
6:45AM - Mario Di Rienzo
9:00AM - Bill Madigan
9:00AM - Bill Madigan
SATURDAY, May 22, 2021
8:30AM - John & Josephine Clyne
5:30PM - John Bruno
Please Remember in Your Prayers
The Sick of Our Parish
Fr. Thomas Lynch
Fr. Patrick Curley
Louis Ranucci
Jason Bergen
Cecilia Gayanelo
Patricia Staropoli
Carmelita Zarola
Thomas Mariani
For all those suffering with the Virus
The Deceased of Our Parish
Nicasio Garcia Arroyo
Montine (Tina) Knapp
Elizabeth Cleary
Nancy F. Brindley
Javier Sarrias
Julia Lee
All Victims of the Virus
- As the Communion of Saints and members of the Body of Christ, it is important for us to pray for our sick members and for those who have died.
- If you wish to be included by name, please contact the Rectory (ihmchurch@ihmscarsdale.org or 723-0276).
- If you are calling for another person, please ensure his/her permission.
- Our parish will keep the name of a deceased parishioner or loved one for 2 weeks on our bulletin and Sunday Mass lists.
KIDS KORNER
Please see this week's "Kids Korner"
prepared by our bulletin publisher, Bon Venture.
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