Youth Ministry Virtual Connect

NEW YOUTH MINISTRY VIRTUAL CONNECT
 

✅ Want to stay connected with other teens but can’t get out, or don’t think you have the time?

✅ Need a place to share YOUR story of how you are doing during this pandemic?
✅ Need prayer for yourself or a loved one?
✅ Want a safe place where you can ask questions about your faith?
✅ Want an opportunity to win gift cards to Starbucks and Choppers Burger Bar?
 
If you answered yes to any of these questions then please join us for our new monthly virtual zoom – St. Boniface Youth Connect!
 
What is St. Boniface Youth Connect?
 
It is a place where teens can meet new people, grow friendships, and draw closer to God.
 
It’s a place where teens talk and adults listen.
 
It’s also a place where teens can plug into the Word of God and prayer with the support of the church.
 
This event will be lead by
Guest Youth Minister & Confirmation Catechist Sally Doulton
 
For dates and log in info/RSVP email us at:
 
You can also check the St. Boniface Youth Group Facebook page for the upcoming dates.
 
We look forward to meeting all of you and hearing about your lives and questions about your faith.
 
See you there!
 
Our Youth Group gives teens the opportunity to meet and foster lasting friendships while exploring our faith and belief.

Check us out, bring some friends, make some new ones!  Join our Facebook page “St. Boniface Youth Group“.

All are welcome!

Belinda Basaca Zeitlin:  516-676-0676;  email:  stbonym@gmail.com.

For up to date information on all of our events email stbonym@gmail.com to join our weekly mailing list or follow us on Instagram at STBONYG
Follow us on our  Instagramusername: ‘stbonyg’,
Join our Facebook  page ‘St. Boniface Youth Group
Email  the Youth Minister, Belinda, at stbonym@gmail.com.
 
Who is your new Youth Ministry Director?
Dr. Belinda Basaca Zeitlin, MS, MD (aka “Dr. B”) is a pediatrician and has been a St. Boniface Parishioner for over a decade.  She and her husband were raised in Glen Cove and returned to the area in June 2000 to raise their now teenage boys.  She has extensive training in youth empowerment, interpersonal communication and leadership skills. She serves as member to the Pastoral Council, an Extraordinary Minister and lector and has launched several new initiatives at our Parish including the Parish Yard Sale and Christmas Around the World. As a parent and pediatrician, she has prided her professional work on being a sentinel for child protection and anti-bullying. As a child advocate, her life’s mission is to empower youth and instill leadership skills that will last them a lifetime.
 

Streamed Christmas Masses

Severe Weather Alert

On Thursday, December 17, 2020, all Parish Offices will be closed because of severe winter storm conditions. No 8 AM daily Mass and 10 AM Funeral Mass for Karen Schenck postponed until Friday, December 18 at 10 AM.

Christmas Around the World

The virtual Christmas Around the World on December 5, 2020 was a success.  Here is the link to the video that we aired on the livestream.  You can watch it by clicking this link or catching the replay on our Facebook page.  You will see a couple of guest appearances!!!
Click Here To View: Christmas Around The World 2020 ~ 5th Anniversary Virtual Event

The Christmas Around the World 5th Anniversary was a Virtual Facebook live-stream compilation of acts and representations from around the globe. 

Christmas Wreath Sale

Please support our 2020 Parish Wreath Sale! This year’s fundraiser will be contactless and all orders will be shipped directly to the recipients. (Please note: There will be no orders shipped to the church for pick up like last year).

Here are the ways you can help make this fundraiser a success:

1) Order at least one wreath/swag/centerpiece, etc. for your home – through the link below using our Parish ID.

2) Do your Christmas shopping with us by purchasing the fresh products through our fundraiser link and gift people in your life with a fresh, beautiful wreath.

3) Think of those that are not able to get out and purchase Christmas decor – either share this information with them or gift them with a wreath or swag.

4) Send or give your essential workers a beautiful fresh gift to thank them.

5) Anyone can purchase using our link and Parish ID – even people outside of our parish and state! So please share with your family and friends (tell them, email them, text them, post on social media) to ask them for their support.

You can start ordering now!
Here is the link:
Www.GiftItForward.com
Fundraising code/Parish ID: STBONINY001

Many of our regular fundraisers such as the Feast by the Shore, yard sale, and Minimart cider doughnut sale have been canceled. Help us make this fundraiser a huge success just by spreading the word and sharing the link. Many hands make light work!

All Souls Day

Special All Souls Day Mass

There will be an All Souls Day Mass at 4pm on Sunday, November 1,  to remember all those who have died during this past year. The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day) is Monday, November 2. Mass will be celebrated at 8am.

St. Elvis Final Vows

Streamed Live on our Parish Facebook Page

A recording of the streamed Mass may be viewed here: https://www.facebook.com/220100611333286/videos/619302388751168

Farewell, Fr. Perera

Fr. Perera’s Bishop, His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ramjith, Archbishop of Columbo, has appointed Fr. Perera as Dean and Chairperson of St. Thomas Aquinas College in Columbo effective immediately.  Fr. Perera is arranging for travel to his native country Sri Lanka and will be leaving St. Boniface Martyr Church in mid-October.  A special Mass of Thanksgiving was celebrated on Sunday, October 4 to thank Fr. Perera for his service to St. Boniface, wish him well in his new position, and for safe travels back to Sri Lanka.   We wish Fr. Perera farewell and congratulations!  May God continue to bless your Ministry and Priesthood!

This is a recording a of the October 4, 2020 Mass of Thanksgiving bidding fond farewell to Fr. Perera.
A Mass of Thanksgiving will be celebrated on Sunday, October 4 at 10:30 am to thank Fr. Perera for his service.

First Communion Masses

Sunday Masses for August 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th will be live streamed on Facebook at 12 noon, since First Communion will take place at those Masses. Since the number of people who may attend in person is limited due to the Covid-19 crisis, live-streaming will allow people who can’t be admitted to still be part of the celebration, at least virtually.

Bringing Christ to Campus

A Letter from Bishop Barres to College Students


Words of Advice for College Students Striving for Holiness