IMMACULATE
CONCEPTION
PARISH
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EASTER MESSAGE FROM FATHER MIREK
As we gather to celebrate the glorious feast of Easter, I am filled with immense joy and gratitude for the opportunity to share this sacred time with you. Easter is a time of profound reflection, renewal, and rejoicing as we commemorate the resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Easter invites us to reflect on the ultimate sacrifice that Jesus made for us. His suffering, crucifixion, and triumphant resurrection are reminders of His boundless love and mercy. The Resurrection of Jesus signifies the triumph of life over death, light over darkness, and hope over despair. It is a powerful message of renewal and rebirth. As we celebrate this holy season, may we open our hearts to the transformative power of Christ’s Resurrection. Let us seek to renew our faith, strengthen our relationships, and recommit ourselves to serving others with compassion and humility. Easter is a time of great joy and celebration. The Resurrection of Christ is the cornerstone of our faith and the source of our eternal hope. As we gather with family and friends, let us rejoice in the knowledge that through His Resurrection, Jesus has conquered sin and death, offering us the gift of everlasting life. As we celebrate in the glory of the Resurrection, let us not forget the call to action that comes with our faith. Jesus has entrusted us with the mission to spread His love and message to the world. This Easter, let us strive to be beacons of His light, reaching out to those in need, sharing our blessings, and living as true disciples of Christ. I would like to thank all my parishioners of Immaculate Conception, St. Catherine Laboure and St. Colman who worked so diligently performing so many tasks on so many different levels to make our Holy Week so exceptional. Our churches are so beautifully prepared and decorated for the Easter season by so many who are so very dedicated and invested in our Holy Week. On behalf of myself, Father John, Father Yaya, Monsignor Brennan, Father Kearney and the Parish Council of each parish, we wish you a blessed and Holy Easter. As we celebrate the Resurrection today, please let us all rejoice. Alleluia! Christ is Risen!
PASTORAL VISITATION
Please call the rectory at (845) 331-0846 if you wish to have a pastoral visitation
SUPPORT GROUP
Do you have a strained or non-existent relationship with your adult child?
We are looking to start a support group for parents of Estranged Adult Children at
St. Catherine Labouré/St. Colman. To sign up or have questions, call Lisa at 845-464-5018.
CORONA SELF-HELP CENTER
APRIL 26 & 27
On APRIL 26th and 27th we welcome members of the Corona Self-Help Center, Inc., or Drogadictos Anonimos (DA) will be speaking at all masses. They are an organization with roots in Mexico that helps individuals and families struggling with substance abuse problems. They have the support of the bishops of Mexico as well as the bishops of other dioceses here in the United States where they are active. With an approach similar to other 12-step programs, DA particularly serves those most in need and are all former drug addicts who have found a new lease on life because of the spiritual component and programs offered to them. A second collection will be taken to benefit this organization.
DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY
Sunday, April 27,
We celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday
At 2:30 PM we will have Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and at 3 PM recite the Divine Mercy Chaplet.
OUR LADY ROSARY MAKERS
Our Lady’s Rosary Makers are meeting every Friday in the Immaculate Conception School from 8:45 to 9:45 AM. All are welcome to join us to learn or in making cord rosaries. All supplies are provided.
Call Lorraine at 845-220-7806 for info.
MAY CROWNING
Our annual May Crowning will take place during the 9 AM First Communion Mass on May 4th. The children in the Sacrament class & members of the Rosary Society will take part & girls in grades 6-12 are invited to become participants in the “Queen’s Court” All other children in the parish are encouraged to participate in this beautiful tribute to our Blessed Mother. Rehearsal will take place on April 30th from 7:15-7:45 PM in the church.
Sign up sheets were sent home with Religious Ed. Students; all others interested in participating should call Karen Wereszynski at 845-430-1314.
ANNUAL SPAGHETTI DINNER
St. Catherine Laboure-St. Colman Men’s Assoc. will be Sunday, April 27th
in the Parish Hall. More info. to follow
LOVING HANDS YARN GROUP
April 20th
Knitters & crocheters are welcome to the Loving Hands Yarn Group of St. Catherine Laboure/St. Colman. Hooks & yarn available.
Contact Lorrie for more information at lorewil@outlook.com
POCKETBOOK BINGO
Sunday May 4th
Sponsored by Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, Sunday, May 4. Doors open at 12 Noon. $45 includes 10 games with 3 cards per game. Door prizes, light snacks, cash bar. Extra games available at door. 50/50 for $5. Call Chrissie 845-901-1191 or Pam 845-901 1465. Payment & reservations required by mail to LAOH, PO Box 2432, Kingston, NY 12401 or venmo @Christine-Wrixon.
FR. YAYA’S 45TH ANNIVERSARY OF ORDINATION
August 22nd
Save the date to celebrate Fr. Yaya’s 45th Anniversary of Ordination, Friday, August 22nd from 6-10 PM at The Chateau in Kingston, Cost is $100 pp which includes a monetary gift for Fr. Yaya. Payment includes valet parking cocktail hour, dinner & DJ – Cash Bar. Payment is due at time of reservation. For reservations call 845-514-2791. Limited seating – tickets will go fast!
PILGRIMAGE TO KRAKOW & PRAGUE -JUBILEE YEAR
Fr. Michael McLoughlin, Pastor of St. Columba in Hopewell Junction is leading a pilgrimage that includes places associated with St. John Paul II, St. Faustina and Maximilian Kolbe as well as a visit to Prague. The dates are August 8-17, 2025 and is hosted by Peter’s Way Tours. For more info. call Fr. Michael at 845-227 8380 or Peter’s Way Tours at 800-225-7662.
FORMED.ORG – THE CATHOLIC FAITH ON DEMAND
We encourage all families to take advantage of this great and free resource!
Go to our website to register or:
1) Go to www.formed.org/signup
2) Select parish by entering name, city or zip code Select: Immaculate Conception – press ‘Next”
3) Register as a parishioner with name and email
4) Check your email account for a link to begin using FORMED.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES
Do you know that Catholic Charities can assist with the following services – job loss, bereavement, marital issues, parenting challenges, immigration legal services, social safety net services? They also have a Food Pantry as well as a Kid’s Pantry. They are located at 6 Adams St., Kingston,
845-340-9170 or visit their website at www.cccsos.org
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR CHURCH MINISTRIES
Volunteers are needed for the following ministries -– Lectors, Extraordinary Ministers and Altar Servers (which can include adults), Choir and Rosary Society. Volunteers are crucial to the success of our parish. Please contact Fr. Mirek if you would like to participate.
BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS
Bulletin submissions must be submitted by mail or email by 5 PM on Mondays to be included in that week’s bulletin. Thank you.
immaculate.conception.kingston@gmail.com
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SACRAMENTAL CANDLES
There are dates available for our Sacramental candles. Cost is $10.00 per candle per week. You can submit requested date(s), and place in the offertory basket with the candle intention and your contact information.
Are you interested in joining the Catholic Church? Then RCIA (Rite of Catholic Initiation for Adults) is for you!!! The RCIA process introduces you to the fundamental beliefs and practices of the Roman Catholic Church. It helps you explore what it means to be a Christian. It prepares you to enter fully into our community of faith through the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. Becoming Catholic is more than just learning scripture and rituals – it is discovering how to be a disciple of the Lord. We welcome all those who are new to the faith, the unbaptized or baptized, baptized Catholics who desire to receive the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist, or Confirmation and, those who are simply just searching for God. Please contact Fr. Mirek prior to Feb. 11 to begin your spiritual journey!
FORMED.ORG – THE CATHOLIC FAITH ON DEMAND
We encourage all families to take advantage of this great and free resource!
Go to our website to register or:
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Go to formed.org/signup
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Select parish by entering name, city or zip code Select: Immaculate Conception – press ‘Next”
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Register as a parishioner with name and email
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Check your email account for a link to begin using FORMED
EUCHARISTIC MIRACLES OF THE WORLD
INTERNATIONAL VATICAN EXHIBITION
Panels depicting the Eucharistic Miracles of the world have been placed in the church. The International Vatican Exhibit is an extensive assortment of photographs and historical descriptions of some of the Eucharistic Miracles that took place throughout the ages in various countries of the world which have been recognized by the Church. The full exhibit is available on our website. Our church will be open (handicapped entrance only) on Wednesday’s, Friday’s & Saturday’s after 8 AM mass and Sundays until 7 PM to spend time visiting and viewing these fascinating events. The full exhibit is available at Eucharistic Miracles or on our website the Eucharistic Miracles of Poland.
DIVINE MERCY CHAPEL
The Divine Mercy Perpetual Adoration Chapel of Ulster County is open and welcoming new adorers to help worship, accompany and adore Jesus. Please commit to a weekly hour and become a registered adorer to receive a key fob.
You may obtain more information by visiting immaculateconceptionkingston.com and clicking on the Adoration Chapel link; emailing dmac.iccny@gmail.com; or by calling Fr. Mirek at 845-331-0846
ALTAR SERVERS
Any adult or child (3rd grade and up from our parish) who would like to learn and serve in this important ministry, classes will begin shortly. For more information call Lynn Dunham at 914-388-2643.
LIVING ROSARY
If anyone is interested in joining the Living Rosary where you commit to saying one decade of the rosary every day,
please contact Tina Chambers @ 518-821-4563
BUILDING THE KINGDOM
An illustrated History of the Archdiocese of New York
This is a graphic-novel style history that will allow people of every age to discover the rich history of the Archdiocese of New York and to grow in faith. If you would like to order a copy, order forms are in the back of the church. You may then place your order in the offertory basket
THURSDAY EVENING NOVENA TO
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP
Please join us every Thursday evening
for Mass at 7 PM followed by Novena to
Our Lady of Perpetual Help.
BULLETIN delivered to your email via FLOCKNOTE
Would you like the bulletin delivered directly to your email? Go to Flocknote.com; click on the box “My church is already using Flocknote”; scroll down until you see Immaculate Conception and then register.
MINISTRIES NEEDED
Would you like to become a Lector or Extraordinary Minister?
Please contact Fr. Mirek (845-331-0846)
to volunteer for these very important ministries in our church.
MASS INTENTIONS
Did you know that the greatest gift we can give is the gift of a Mass? Infinite graces are lavished upon the person or persons for whom the Mass is offered. A mass can be offered not only for the deceased but also for the living. Please contact the rectory if you wish to schedule a Mass.
THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS
RCIA
Are you interested in becoming a Catholic? Already Baptized, but never received Communion or Confirmation? RCIA is the process the Church uses to bring adults into the Catholic Faith.
To find out more call the parish office at 845-331-0846 to speak to Fr. Mirek
The Divine Mercy Perpetual Adoration Chapel of Ulster County is open and welcoming new adorers to help worship, accompany and adore Jesus.
Please commit to a weekly hour and become a registered adorer to receive a key fob. You may obtain more information by visiting our
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website at Perpetual Adoration | ImmaculateConception ;
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emailing dmac.iccny@gmail.com;
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or by calling Fr. Mirek at 845-331-0846. Thank you and God Bless!
