News & Updates

News & Updates


Live-Stream Mass on Facebook

The Daily Mass is live-streamed on Facebook Monday-Saturday at 8:30am. The Sunday Masses are live-streamed on Facebook on Saturdays at 5:00pm; Sundays at 8:00am, 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:30pm and 6:00pm.

Click the Facebook LIVE logo to be re-directed to our Parish’s Facebook page.  Masses & parish events live-streamed on Facebook are archived on the platform and can be watched at a later time.  Note: You do not need a Facebook account to view the live-stream.




Additional Daily Mass During Lent

An additional daily Mass will be celebrated at 12:10pm on weekdays (Monday–Friday) during Lent.  Coming together for Mass in the middle of the day is a wonderful way to connect with Jesus and enrich your prayer life during Lent. We hope to see you, bring a friend!


Stations of the Cross

Join us on Fridays at 12:45pm and at 7:30pm when we will pray the Stations of the Cross in the Church. The Stations of the Cross, also known as the Way of the Cross, detail fourteen different moments on the day Jesus died. This prayer pilgrimage is a powerful way to grow closer to Jesus at any time of the year, though it is most popular during the Lenten season.


Journeying with the RCIA:  The Scrutinies

Sundays, March 3, 10 & 17

During the 11am Mass, on the Third, Fourth & Fifth Sundays of Lent, we will celebrate The Scrutinies with our Elect, Dennis, who is preparing for Baptism, Eucharist & Confirmation through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) at the Easter Vigil.  On each of these Sundays, these rites include scripture readings from Year A – different than the readings for the other Sundays of Lent – along with special prayers that will strengthen the Elect during the remaining weeks of their faith journey…and beyond!


LENT / 2024 – Religious Education Grades 6/7/8 and their Families

Come and pray this Lent
Sundays, 6:00pm Mass

4th Sunday of Lent, March 10:  Grade 6“See” be open to God’s love
5th Sunday of Lent, March 17:  Grade 7“Serve” our Parish Family
Palm Sunday, March 24:  Grade 8“Pray” as Holy Week begins



How to Go to Confession… A Quick Guide!

CLICK HERE for some information on how to experience the Sacrament of Reconciliation.  Whether you go every week or you haven’t gone in a very long time, “Do not fear” (Is 41:10)…the priest will be happy to help guide you.  Come to the Lord (bring this handy guide with you!) and experience the extraordinary grace of God’s forgiveness!



R.C.I.A. – The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

On Sunday, February 18, Dennis Martinez participated in the Diocese of Rockville Centre’s Rite of Election at St. Anne’s in Brentwood with Bishop Luis Miguel Romero Fernandez as Presider and all parishes in Suffolk County attending. Dennis is now called “The Elect” and no longer called Catechumen.

On Sunday, February 25, we celebrated the Call to Continuing Conversion with Fr. Charles for our baptized candidate Jared Carrino, here at Our Lady of Lourdes at 11am Mass.

These are important steps in the journey of the R.C.I.A. It’s a clear sign to the community that they are coming closer to receiving the Sacraments of Initiation and Full Communion with the Church at our Easter Vigil on Saturday, March 30.  Below are photos of Dennis & his sponsor with Bishop Romero & Jared and his sponsor with Fr. Charles.


Attention Ushers and Eucharistic Ministers

Ushers and Eucharistic Ministers are needed for services during Holy Week and on Easter Sunday at all Masses. Please note your availability in the “Sign In Room.” Thank you for your service to our Parish family.



 


Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Tuesdays

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament takes place every Tuesday from 12:30pm until 7:30pm, in the Church.  Come and spend some quiet time alone in prayer with Jesus.  Invite a friend!


 



Special K Program for Children in Kindergarten

A wonderful program introducing the children to Jesus!  It’s a fun way to begin religious education!

Fridays
2024:  March 22, April 19, May 10
4:30pm to 5:15pm, School Solarium Room

There is no fee for the program. To register, e-mail Sister Diane at sdiane@ollchurch.org.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION WEBSITE


The Bible in a Year and Catechism in a Year Podcasts

We would like to announce a special opportunity we have as a parish family to grow in our Catholic Faith and encounter God’s Word in a deeper way. Starting January 1st, our parish family will be listening to “The Bible in a Year” podcast. Some of you may have heard of this podcast before…It consists of daily 20-25 minute episodes of popular Catholic priest Fr. Mike Schmitz reading through the entire Bible and offering insight, prayer, and guidance as you go.  This podcast has helped hundreds of thousands of Catholics experience the transforming power of God’s Word, including many members of our own parish family!

We encourage you to consider listening to this podcast and allow God’s Word to transform your life, day by day. This podcast can be for your own personal listening, with your family, or with a small group or Bible study.  You can find it on any podcast app or on YouTube.

       





A Message from the Parish Office:
Tips on Spotting a Scam

Click here for some important information regarding possible scam emails or texts and how to keep yourself safe.


Brochure:  Choosing a Catholic Elementary School

Our Catholic schools cultivate a robustly Catholic culture centered on the spiritual, intellectual, sacramental, and liturgical life of the Church. Click here to access a helpful brochure that highlights the richness and diversity of our Catholic Schools on Long Island.