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Lenten Scripture Study and Reflection
The Gospel According to John
4th Sunday of Lent
Once the sinner was blind to thee
As the sacred Scriptures foresee
Shall the prophet cometh of Galilee
Behold the Son of Man came to be
Blessed be the one I spoke to is He
Praise Jesus to open his eyes to see
Thus, the miracle of sight hence receive
The faithful, lift up your eyes to believe
Written by Susan Marie Davniero
Submitted by
Susan Marie Davniero
208 Seventh St.
Lindenhurst, NY 11757
631-957-5032 susanbob11@verizon.net
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| Drawn by Susan |
God's Valentine of Love
Published Long Story Short, Pancakes in Heaven
Valentine's Day so divine
It's God's Valentine
Our gift of life is adored
Belongs to the Holy Lord
We have the love to give
For He gave us everything
Sent by the heavens above
God's Valentine of love
Every Sunday is a Holiday
At Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Walking into church is like unwrapping a gift. It’s a gift that keeps on giving all year at every holiday and special occasion. It all starts at church – holidays, birthdays, and anniversary.
Our celebration begins with morning Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help – from Christmas to Easter with all our birthdays, wedding anniversaries and special occasions throughout the year. A special day just seems even more special when it starts with Mass and receiving the Blessed gift of the Holy Communion. Attending Sunday Mass is like unwrapping the gift of the Holy Eucharist.
On Sunday’s when my husband, myself, my twin sister and her husband all attend Sunday Mass together at OLPH it seems like a holiday. And attending Mass together has bonded us and made us closer. We attend Mass and spend the day together at Breakfast Buffets and Fairs. Every Sunday can be a holiday when you attend Sunday Mass.
On Sundays, the church is dressed in its Sunday’s best, as I envision the alter blissfully adorn with flowing drapes, graced by burst of floral colors, as the gold glisten off the gilded ornaments which appears to be kissed by the sunlight peeking from behind the multi-colored stain glass windows. How blessed we are to be welcome at the House of Lord divinely displayed by the glorious beauty of Our Lady of Perpetual Help.
Every Sunday is a holiday as we all visit the House of God together. We all sing praising God - a song of prayer in harmony of parishioners rejoicing from our pews. We sing as one and voice passages…“We believe in one holy Catholic and apostolic Church…” As an apostolic Church… - ‘taken from the Apostles we all are Apostles of Jesus in His flock to follow the rule of God and spread the Good Word.
As the mass proceeds my faith grows stronger and I leave the church feeling better than I did before I entered. This is the day the Lord has created - His gift to all of us. Now my day has begun- it all starts at church.
I recall another visit when my husband, Robert, and I renewed our Wedding Vows on our 25th Anniversary. It was a simple ceremony within the Mass.
When I was young living at home; my Dad always told me to go back to church - as if it was the answer. As I grew I learned Dad was right - the answer is there at Church.
The church welcomes everyone back. Their door is always open. Regardless of culture, creed, or class all are invited for a visit at the House of God. The Lord is divinely hospitality. Come home to the church. You can go home again, after all. Written by Susan Marie Davniero
Published New York Daily News
Re:
Pope Francis "One Earth, One Family"
Let’s
honor Pope Francis words; "One Earth, one family" as the world’s family we
share responsibility for
the care of our home - the Earth. We
are all related as one family. Catholics are in one family by our shared faith.
No one is alone - we are family.
We must pray together for the Earth's future existence. We are brothers and sisters, all God’s children by our Father.
Yet, our family acts as if the
earth was ours to pollute and satisfy our needs foremost, without accountability
to the Earth's environment. Humanity has
become arrogant.
Global Warming is simply cause and
effect cognizant to
the cause and effect of our species habitation
and pollution. Nature cannot defend itself against the damage
humanity creates.
Reportedly, reduction in greenhouse gases, fossil
fuels, smoke emissions, pollutants are plans that had not really gone beyond the
words, understanding humanity’s prosperity, progress and lifestyle. What steps
shall be taken for reverting progress and forfeiting the modern conveniences
enriching the lifestyle combustible fueled by greenhouse gases. Realistically,
modern conveniences are unlikely surrendered anytime soon.
It is ironic that advance high-tech commerce,
transportation, industry and prosperity which has gifted humanity prolonged life
span is paid at the cost of a spirally downfall spin of the Earth’s doomed life.
Thus, humanity’s greed is our mournful countenance.
That being said, I ask if the futuristic earth’s fate
is doomed. Pope Francis sermon of faith has been heard – yet, with the wake up
call we go back to sleep. Alas, the Pontiff Holy Pope Francis alarm may
only prepare us against the eventuality of the end. Let us pray as one family
for cohabitation with the
environment to save the Earth and save ourselves.
Sincerely,
Susan and Robert Davniero
I Know He is Here
(Published Pancakes in Heaven)
The Heaven’s are glistening
Whatever you’re seeking
Are you listening?
Jesus is speaking
Troubles may come today
Yet, I will not fear
My help is on the way
I know He is here
Written by Susan Marie Davniero
August 1, 2013
By Rabbi Marc Gellman, Newsday
Q: As a Catholic, is it a sin to serve as a juror, and pass judgment on others? Scripture reads: "Judge not, lest you be judged" (Matthew 7:1). –
Susan Marie Davniero, Lindenhurst, NY, via godsquadquestion@aol.com)
A: It's time to open your Bible to Matthew 22:21: "Then saith he unto them, Render therefore unto Caesar the things which are Caesar's; and unto God the things that are God's." (Also Mark 12:16-18 and Luke 20:25).
Juries belong to Caesar, my dear. Courts depend upon juries and juries depend upon you. Erving on a jury is your civic duty, which if you had certain occupational duties you might be able to pass on to others, but otherwise is your responsibility.
The reticence to judge others mentioned in Matthew has to do with humility, not justice. Juries are about justice, not humility. Do your duty if you can, and in your personal life, avoid being judgmental. If, however, you quote Matthew 7, my hunch is you will be quickly excused.
THE GOOD WORD
(Published: Our Lady Grace Church Bulletin)
Our Lady of Grace church
At this church we are all one family under God. No one is alone. The church is open to spread the good word.
Every day of the week, Our Lady of Grace Church is welcoming to all. Essentially, at Our Lady of Grace Church faith and religion is the way of everyday – religion isn’t just for Sunday.
Parishioners,
Susan and Robert Davniero
TAPESTRY OF
FAITH
Published Eclectic Muse
Tapestry of
faith gloryPublished Eclectic Muse
Weaves pattern of life story
Divinely
woven by God’s hands
That only
He shall understand
Paragon in
shades of glorious hue
From
glistening gold to silver blue
When the
life story comes to end
Aging
colors fade and suspend
Alas, the
unraveling will begin
and it’s
only just wool again
writen Susan Marie Davniero
| Lindenhurst Oktoberfeast Robert, Deacon Doug OLPH, Susan Legion of Mary |
| Easter Lent Scripture Reading Class Father Ethel |
March 12, 2013 -Readers sound off on the Papal Election
The conclave will need to seek the Holy Spirit’s help to elect a new Pope to lead the Catholic flock. He will need to possess godly leadership traits — holiness, wisdom, courage, humility, fairness, honesty, vision, integrity, virtue, sincerity, judgment, intellect, fluency and love – Jesus Himself.
Susan and Bob Davniero
ALL SAINTS DAY
(November 1st)
by Susan Marie Davniero
To honor in blessed memory
Faithful martyrs’ burdened life
Days are over, no more strife
For Heaven’s rest release
To await glorious peace
Come November 1st to pray
To honor All Saints Day
| Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church |
I was inspired after reading the OLPH bulletin of the
newly name; “St. Lucy Meeting Room”(previously Pastor’s Meeting Room) to write a
poem about St. Lucy
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Saint Lucy Meeting Room
All Catholics shall
acquaint
With this 3rd
Century Saint
The pious young virgin’s
life
Martyr for her sacred
plight
Forsaking worldly
possessions
To spread God’s holy
lessons
Unwillingly betrothed to
pagan man
Her rich family’s dowdy
withstand
Rejection to life of
arrange marriage
Vowing in lieu to follow
God’s passage
Marriage refusal led to
deadly sentence
Alas, torture came to be
her penance
The Blessed Holy Spirit
forgave
For a young martyr’s early
grave
December 13 Feast Day
rejoice
To pray to beloved Saint
Lucy
Parishioners’ honors her
soon
In Saint Lucy’s Meeting
Room
Written by Susan Marie Davniero
(Published Pancakes in Heaven)
The Heaven’s are glistening
Whatever you’re seeking
Are you listening?
Jesus is speaking
Troubles may come today
Yet, I will not fear
My help is on the way
I know He is here
Written by Susan Marie Davniero
August 1,
2013
By Rabbi Marc Gellman, Newsday
: As a Catholic, is it a sin to
serve as a juror, and pass judgment on others? Scripture reads: "Judge
not, lest you be judged" (Matthew 7:1). –
Susan Marie Davniero,
Lindenhurst, NY, via godsquadquestion@aol.com)
A: It's time to open your Bible to Matthew 22:21:
"Then saith he unto them, Render therefore unto Caesar the things which
are Caesar's; and unto God the things that are God's." (Also Mark 12:16-18
and Luke 20:25).
Juries belong to Caesar, my dear. Courts depend
upon juries and juries depend upon you. Erving on a jury is your civic duty,
which if you had certain occupational duties you might be able to pass on to
others, but otherwise is your responsibility.
The reticence to judge others mentioned in Matthew
has to do with humility, not justice. Juries are about justice, not humility.
Do your duty if you can, and in your personal life, avoid being judgmental. If,
however, you quote Matthew 7, my hunch is you will be quickly excused.
It Was During Biblical Time
Jesus Goes to a Wedding
It was during Biblical time
Thereat Cana find
Bride and Groom entwine
Their wedding so refine
Guests were wine and dine
Suddenly, they ran out of wine
Jesus attended a guest Divine
Behold He turns water to wine
All witness a miracle sign
It was during Biblical time
Susan Marie Davniero
(drawing attachment by Susan)
An Enlighten Life
Seek what is true
That which is within you
Deep in your soul
Meditation has told
Appraise your value clout
Now by by reaching out
The light points the way
meeting to live every day
Love, charity and kindness
Living life to the fullness
Wisdom in daily living
core of your being
all to be taken
for a life awaken
for a life awaken
by Susan Marie Davniero
Now It's Your Way
A dance that evolves
when self-love solves
what you want today
gifts to be taken away
your personal best takes
leaps to reality breaks
following heart and mind
to yourself be kind
dogged the troubled track
and the healing is back
silence the preaches
leave our teachers
it all makes sense
finding your independence
You will have to way
Now it's your way
by Susan Marie Davniero
| Susan and Laura First Holy Communion Day |
First Holy Communion Day
The Pink Chameleon, Long Story Short Published , Poet's Art
The Pink Chameleon, Long Story Short Published , Poet's Art
First
Holy Communion
Begins
our blessed union
With
Holy Eucharist receive
Body
of Jesus we believe
First
Holy Communion
Marks
a lifetime union
Cup
of wine pours
Blood
of Jesus adored
First
Holy Communion
Faithful
commitment union
Blessed
Sacrament we pray
First
Holy Communion Day
Written by Susan Marie Davniero
The Greatest Story
Published LI Catholic 2011
Dear Editor: The story started with the birth of Jesus. The Word of God became human and had a voice — divinity and humanity in one body. He was the Word of God.
For this reason we the faithful shall want to experience the whole story. The cross and empty tomb started with the blessed birth in a manger to the holy rebirth of resurrection from the empty tomb. It is all one story.
Thus, the birth of Jesus on Christmas to the resurrection of Easter is all one story — a story without end. The greatest story ever told.
Susan Marie Davniero
Lindenhurst
Sisters of Lazarus Cried
Sisters of
Lazarus cried
Our brother
Lazarus has died
Behold Jesus He
has arrived
Alas, Lazarus was
not alive
In the dark tomb
he lied
Sisters of Lazarus
cried
Lord if you had
been by
Our brother would
not have died
Believe in Son of
God derive
“Lazarus comes
out” Jesus tried
Sisters of
Lazarus mystified
We believe in Jesus
- they cried
Glory to God, Lazarus
is revived
Son of God Jesus
is alive
Written by Susan Marie Davniero
Twin Saints
(Dedicated
to Twins Susan and Laura September 26 birthday)
Saint Cosmos and Saint Damian
September 26 Martyrdom
Twin Saints brothers
Patron saints of doctors
Money less ones
For work done
Skilled doctors of history
Did not charge a fee
Love of God came to be
Twin saints of charity
Susan Marie Davniero
Re: Father Anthony Trapani
Resignation at OLPH Lindenhurst
Farewell to Father Anthony Trapani leaving Our Lady of Perpetual Church in Lindenhurst in June 2012. We will miss Father Anthony. Apparently, alas “this drama of darkness” the good Father endured has led him to this resignation. We regret it has come to this.
I recall an OLPH Mass one morning recently when Father Anthony said at Mass - "God will decide how he wants to use us ... God doesn't ask for a resume or letter of reference." Perhaps he was speaking about himself at this crosswords of his ministry to "services in another part of the vineyard of this Diocese.” as the Bishop said.
I trust the good Father Anthony will continue to spread God’s word as he walks in faith on the road ahead - God’s way. This need not be an end but a beginning to a new chapter. Go with the Lord.
When the Our Lady of Perpetual Church Pastor changes we will change with him. Yet, alas, no one can really take the place of Father Anthony Trapani’s place. God Bless
Sincerely,
Susan and Robert Davniero
Time to Plant Seeds - Spreading the Good Word
Published The Long Island Catholic Magazine
It's time to plant seeds...I like to plant seeds spreading the Good Word.
I like to spread seeds around giving packs of garden seeds to my friends and family with Palm Cross. This my small way to welcome Lent and the spring coming of Easter, planting the seed of faith, hope and growth for the new season.
Seeds of Spring nurture the new growth of nature and spring anew the Holy Spirit in you. Plant the seeds to spread the Good Word.
Susan and Robert Davniero
DO YOU BELIEVE??
By Susan Marie Davniero
It
was the Lord’s recreation of a new day as the summer sun cast brilliance upon my
husband Bob and I as we arrive at Our Lady of Perpetual Help for Sunday morning
service. Sundays seem to have a spiritual halo around the day.
Entering the church is like unwrapping a gift. At Sunday service
we are spiritually guided to confess our sins, forgive others, share the gift
of communion, pray together and glorify God in song. We give thanks for our
blessings.
Yet, it is the Gospel reading
from the Book of Mathew 14.22 that Sunday that has awaken my faith. I have the
Holy Spirit in me as I focus on listening to the reading. Surely it was not the
first time I heard the miraculous Biblical Scripture whereas Jesus walks on the
water.
However, this time seemed like
the first time I understood the message. Given our faith we believe Jesus walks
on the water and extends his hand to Peter to “Come…” to Him on the water. We
understand the Apostle Peter is “One of little faith” and pleas to be saved. Jesus
asks Peter; “Why do you doubt?”
The message I heard was that Blessed
Jesus asks all of us to “Come” to him, to follow him, and to believe that we
too can walk on the water. Who are we to judge Peter’s doubt? What would you
do?
I take the Gospel reading of
this Sunday Mass home with me. This Scripture opens conversation. I pose the
question to my family; “If Jesus extended his hand to you asking you to come
and walk on the water…Would you take His hand?” The replies are honest yet doubtful:
“No I don’t think so…” “Maybe if I was an Apostle but not as just me” and my reply;
“Because I am willing to drown for Jesus I would…”
Jesus asks us; “Why do you
doubt?” Sisters and brothers we are all God’s children. We will rise when He
calls our name. If you believe you can walk on water you will. Don’t think
about it – believe it from the heart and soul. When you attend Sunday Service just
don’t listen to the Gospel reading on Sunday – but live it! The Blessed Lord Jesus
is telling us we can walk on water – Do you believe?
God Bless,
Susan
Marie Davniero
OLPH
Parishioners - Robert and Susan Marie Davniero
NEW
YORK DAILY NEWS
DECEMBER 25,
2014
Letter to the Editor - Sing it!
Perhaps contestants on the TV show “The Voice” sing from their
mouths to God’s ears.
During this holy season we question if the show’s title is
Bible plagiarism. The English
translation published in 2011 (same year as “The
Voice” debuted) is titled “The Voice,”
as the sacred Scriptures speak of “the
Voice of God.”
Susan and Bob Davierno
Lindenhurst, NY
FYI - I was inspired by Father
Alfred Homily when he spoke of "The Voice". Father Alfred
comments; "I am not
speaking of The Voice the TV show." Father Alfred inspired me to
write this
letter to the editor.
Jesus, Lead Me
Published Pancakes in Heaven
Jesus, I pray
Lead me today
I will follow
On the path now
Lead me away
Show me the way
Take my hand
You understand
Help me cope
Give me hope
Led me, come near
I am here
Susan Marie Davniero
“Come Learn of Me”
Suddenly it is September and it’s time for students to return to
school.
At any age, in faith we
are all students. In the home, school, or the house of God there is one teacher
deity supreme; I speak of the Master Teacher, Jesus Christ, the Son of God, the
Savior and Redeemer of all mankind. Jesus instructs us to follow him; “Come
learn of me…”
We shall respond to
His invitation, "Come, learn of
Me" and begin the life eternal class as a student of God. Heaven
will be our reward through Christ's school.
It is said that when the student is ready the teacher will appear.
Are you ready to enroll for Jesus lessons of faith, hope and charity? The assigned class book to study is the Holy
Bible; where Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews, first saw Jesus of Nazareth as a “teacher
from God”.
The Bible Scriptures foretells Jesus is addressed as “Teacher”
twenty-nine more times in the Gospels, even enemies addressed him as “Teacher”
(Matthew 22:16,24). The noun teacher and verb teach combined are used of Jesus
some ninety times. Jesus’ teachings are documented by the Bible, divine power
and uniquely authoritative; which begs for studious study - “Never a man so
spoke” (John 7:46).
Jesus term lessons are a lifetime and beyond for eternity. Following
Jesus is simply academic. Enroll today to be Jesus’ student. By diligent study, training and passing
grades to receive a diploma you will rise to a higher level of education as you
enter the divine University of Heaven. And
the Master Professor is God. “Come Learn
of Me…”
Susan Marie Davniero
THE GREATEST STORY EVER TOLD
by Susan Marie Davniero
Published Long Story Short
At the Last Supper spread
The Fest of unleavened bread
"My appointed time draws near" Jesus said
One will betray me as Scriptures read
Blessed is the Holy Trinity
Behold our divine history
"Take and eat, for this is my body"
He took a cup, "Drink from it"
This is my Blood of Covenant?
The kiss of sinner concedes to deliver
Blessed Jesus to the unbeliever
Alas, mere thirty pieces of silver
Paid to Judas’ disloyal giver
"Hail King of Jews!?" they cried
"Let him be crucified!?”
Death of Jesus miraculously defies
Rise the Son of God, Jesus is alive
The Gospels of Mathew foretold
Sacred Scriptures words of gold
Glory to God, Son of Man behold
The Greatest Story ever told
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SUSAN MARIE DAVNIERO is a published poet listed in "The Poet's Market 2011." She writes in traditional rhyme verse and has been published in various publications including Pancakes in Heaven, Coffee Ground Breakfast, Long Short Story, Great South Bay Magazine, Write On, The Poet's Art, Creations, Poetic Matrix, Pink Chameleon, Shemom, and others. She has also written essays and letters published in newspapers and magazines including the New York Times, Daily News, Newsday, Ladies Home Journal, and Saturday Evening Post. Her blog “Susan Marie” is her writing history. They don't know her; yet, by way of writing they might. She is never at a loss of words. She has found her place as a writer and a poet. With every poem published she is inspired to write more. Writing feeds her soul - literally food for thought.
Lenten Scripture Study and Reflection
Our Lady of
Perpetual Help Lindenhurst
Paster Msg. Joe
DeGrocco
I was pleased to attend Our Lady of Perpetual Help Lenten
Scripture Study and Reflection group with my sister, Laura.
I would like to share a short poem I wrote Lenten Study Reflection Gospel
Lenten Scripture Study & Reflection
The Gospel According to John Poem
(Published by The Pink Chameleon )
(Published by The Pink Chameleon )
Once the sinner was blind to thee
As the sacred Scriptures foresee
Shall the prophet cometh of Galilee
Behold the Son of Man came to be
Blessed be the one I spoke to is He
Praise Jesus to open his eyes to see
Thus, the miracle of sight hence receive
The faithful, lift up your eyes to believe
Written by Susan Marie Davniero
| Susan at OLPH Scripture Study Group Our Lady of Perpetual Help bulletin |
Here I Am Song Lyrics
Here I am, Lord send me
All of my life, I make an offering,
Here I am, Lord send me
Somehow my story is a part of Your plan,
Here I am
When setbacks and failures, and upset plans
Test my faith and leave me with empty hands
Are You not the closest when it's hardest to stand
I know that You will finish what You began
And these broken parts You will redeem
Become the song that I can sing
Chorus
Overwhelmed by the thought of my weakness
And the fear that I'll fail You in the end
In this mess, I'm just one of the pieces,
I can't put this together but You can
Chorus
Here I Am, all my life an offering to You, to You
Somehow my story is a part of Your plan
Here I am
I know that You will finish what You began
And these broken parts You will redeem
Become the song that I can sing
Chorus
Overwhelmed by the thought of my weakness
And the fear that I'll fail You in the end
In this mess, I'm just one of the pieces,
I can't put this together but You can
Chorus
Here I Am, all my life an offering to You, to You
Somehow my story is a part of Your plan
Here I am
MY
GUARDIAN ANGEL
Published by Poet's Art
Published by Poet's Art
Angel
of God my dear
Has
come to be here
This
day by my side
To
guard and guide
I
have no fear
Knowing you are near
by Susan Marie Davniero
by Susan Marie Davniero
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| MY GUARDIAN ANGEL Hand Drawing by Susan Marie Davniero PUBLISHED LONG STORY SHORT, POET'S ART |
COME, LEARN OF ME
Suddenly it’s September
Its school days remember
Yet at any age turn
We can still learn
Students by a Holy Preacher
Jesus Christ Master Teacher
Beyond the school days
To follow His holy ways
Faith and love lessons
Lifetime class sessions
To study Jesus Golden Rule
Enroll in a lifetime school
A student for eternity
Come, learn of me
Come, learn of me
Written by Susan Marie Davniero
Mystery
of Faith
Searching
ancient artifacts
For the
faithful Bible facts
The
Greatest Story of all
Divine
words of God’s law
To learn the
Bible’s history
Yet, only
God knows the mystery
To Our Lady of Perpetual
Thank you Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church for Sunday’s Mass (May 30th) which commemorated the Memorial Day holiday weekend in honor of Veterans amid the Holy Mass.
The choir echoed in the church chambers with the music of all the military branches theme songs inviting veterans in the congregation of the respective service to stand up to impromptu applause. My husband, Robert, felt honored to stand up for the Army.
How proud the flock was of Monsieur Pastor Anthony Trapani when he spoke of his Navy war years as a Veteran Chaplin.
Our country’s patriotism was hailed as the Sunday service closed with the finale of the choir’s rendition of the renowned anthem “America
The church’s honorable presentation of such a patriotic display of faith was inspirational to remember God is with us during times of peace and war. Perhaps one day wars will cease and there will be peace. Until then we shall pray.
Memorial Day weekend was one of those times Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church remembered the Veterans together with the Sunday Mass. God Bless America.
Sincerely,
Susan and Robert Davniero
THE NEW YORK POST
The Issue: Pope Benedict XVI’s Resignation on February 28, 2013
Letters to the Editor
Farewell to Pope Benedict XVI.
His stunning resignation sets the stage for the Vatican to hold a conclave to elect a new pope. In what could’ve been a sign from God, lightning struck the dome of St. Peter’s Basilica only hours after the pontiff’s announcement.
This need not be an end but rather, a beginning to a new chapter. I trust the pontiff will continue to spread God’s word as he walks in faith.
When the pope changes, we will change with him, yet no one can take the place of Benedict. Susan Marie Davniero
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| Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church |
(Published - Lindenhurst Gazette, Pancakes in Heaven, Our Ladyof Perpetual Help Bulletin)
by Susan Marie Davniero
Easter came early this year – falling on last day of March. We felt a slight chill that awakened us in the morning air as my husband, Bob and I, briskly walked into the Church for an Easter visit.
On this holiday, faithful townspeople accompany us, in haste as if to arrive before “the show begins.” The sunshine brilliance is glorious as if the Lord Himself smiles upon us.
A respectful rule of silence is followed as we all rise to greet the congressional line of altar servers led by the Priest. The silence is broken by the soft hail of a parishioners baby cry from the back of the church.
I notice the Priest officiating at this morning Mass is the newly ordained Father John, adorn in a white vestment festive garment to serve the Lord, like the good shepherd leading his flock. Father John serves his master well as he captivates the congregation by his inspiring homily and worship.
Church is a place where singing the hymns loud is nearly as important as singing them right – as I join in. I try to sing better than last week as we all sing "Alleluia! Alleluia!"
My mind wanders back to another Easter visit at my parents’ home. I was young, barely 18, finding my own way. Alas, my way was leading me away from the church. I can still hear my Dad’s plea; “Go back to church…” as if it was an answer to all my youthful problems.
That was then, this is now. As I sit today at Church – I whisper, as if my beloved deceased Dad, Gerard Fischetti, can hear me; “Dad, I am back.” The answer is there. Dad was right.
The church welcomes everyone back. Their door is always open. Regardless of attire, wealth, or creed - all are invited for a visit at the House of God. Come home to the church. You can go home again, after all.
Written Susan Marie Davniero
Submitted by OLPH Parishioners: Susan and Robert Davniero
Church OLPH Members
CHURCH IS HOME
(Published Long Short Story)
Whater the reason
Whenever the season
No need to drift or roam
The Church is home
For what Jesus gave
You can be saved
In the steeple dome
The Church is home
Open door policy
Faith is your key
All faithful welcome
The Church is home
Susan Marie Davniero
Published Long Island Catholic
Readers Comments - Father Anthony Trapani
Published Newsday
Farewell to Father Anthony Trapani leaving Our Lady of Perpetual Church in Lindenhurst on June 2012. We will miss Father Anthony. Apparently, alas “this drama of darkness” the good Father endured has led him to his resignation. We regret it has come to this.
I recall an OLPH Mass one morning recently when Father Anthony said at Mass - "God will decide how he wants to use us ... God doesn't ask for a resume or letter of reference." Perhaps he was speaking about himself at this crosswords of his ministry to "services in another part of the vineyard of this Diocese.” as the Bishop said.
I trust the good Father Anthony will continue to spread God’s word as he walks in faith on the road ahead - God’s way. This need not be an end but a beginning to a new chapter. Go with the Lord.
Our Lady of Perpetual Church Pastor changes, we change with him. Yet, alas, no one can really take the place of Father Anthony Trapani’s place. God Bless
Susan and Robert Davniero
Note : Priest Anthony M. Trapani,
associate pastor of St. Patrick, Bay Shore who previously served as pastor of
Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Lindenhurst, and prior to that spent 20 years in
the military ordinariate, died August 8. He was 71.Born in Brooklyn on July 1, 1942, Father Trapani priesthood at Holy Apostles Seminary
A wake is being held today,
Monday, August 12, from 2-7 p.m. at St. Patrick Parish’s Msgr. Purick Hall, 9
North Clinton Avenue, Bay Shore. Msgr. The funeral Mass will be Tuesday
morning, August 13, at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in St. Patrick’s Cemetery.
BLESS THIS CHURCH
by Susan Marie Davniero
(Published Long Short Story)
House of God’s kingdom
All the faithful welcome
Where the flock gathers
To pray and rejoice together
In this place apart
God is in our heart
Body and soul, too
Behold Christ is in you
Clergy’s sermon preaches
As Jesus devout teachers
Spiritual testaments
Divine sacraments
The rites of passages
Through all the holy stages
Of our religious belief
Seeking redemption relief
Blessed Holy Trinity
Await Heaven’s destiny
Thy will is done
God bless everyone
"I Can Only Imagine" Song
I can only imagine what it will be like, when I walk by Your side...
I can only imagine, what my eyes will see, when Your Face is before me!
I can only imagine. I can only imagine.
Surrounded by Your Glory, what will my heart feel?
Will I dance for you, Jesus? Or in awe of You, be still?
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing 'Hallelujah!'? Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine! I can only imagine!
I can only imagine, when that day comes, when I find myself standing in the Son!
I can only imagine, when all I will do, is forever, forever worship You!
I can only imagine! I can only imagine!
Surrounded by Your Glory, what will my heart feel?
Will I dance for you, Jesus? Or in awe of You, be still?
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing 'Hallelujah!'? Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine! Yeah! I can only imagine!
Surrounded by Your Glory, what will my heart feel?
Will I dance for you, Jesus? Or in awe of You, be still?
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing 'Hallelujah!'? Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine! Yeah! I can only imagine!
I can only imagine! Yeah! I can only imagine!! Only imagine!!!
I can only imagine.
I can only imagine, when all I do is forever, forever worship You!
I can only imagine."
I can only imagine, what my eyes will see, when Your Face is before me!
I can only imagine. I can only imagine.
Surrounded by Your Glory, what will my heart feel?
Will I dance for you, Jesus? Or in awe of You, be still?
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing 'Hallelujah!'? Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine! I can only imagine!
I can only imagine, when that day comes, when I find myself standing in the Son!
I can only imagine, when all I will do, is forever, forever worship You!
I can only imagine! I can only imagine!
Surrounded by Your Glory, what will my heart feel?
Will I dance for you, Jesus? Or in awe of You, be still?
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing 'Hallelujah!'? Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine! Yeah! I can only imagine!
Surrounded by Your Glory, what will my heart feel?
Will I dance for you, Jesus? Or in awe of You, be still?
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing 'Hallelujah!'? Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine! Yeah! I can only imagine!
I can only imagine! Yeah! I can only imagine!! Only imagine!!!
I can only imagine.
I can only imagine, when all I do is forever, forever worship You!
I can only imagine."
The Pope Francis Revolution
Published LI Catholic May issue
“Habemus Papam” We
have a new Pope and since Pope Francis has become one of the most popular Popes
in Papacy history.
Thus, Pope Francis the
first Jesuit to be Pope; the Pontiff’s humility and divine simplistic
theological belief echo in his unpretentious attire and lifestyle.
By way of the Holy
Pontiff’s style to encompass simplicity, charity and goodwill he has captivated
the hearts and souls of people worldwide, secular the atheist and religious
alike.
It's the Pope Francis
Revolution!
Susan and Robert
Davniero
US CATHOLIC PUBLISHED
Welcome to the new Latin translation verses of the Catholic Mass. In keeping the faith the translation speaks the historic language of the original Roman Catholic Church.
Translation of the Mass is beyond definition of the biblical lessons to illuminate the stories behind the words. Perhaps the congregation will appreciate what the scriptures have to say if it is said in the historic language of their Church. Times change and we with them.
Through him the community of the faithful members of the church together shall be joined by the word of God beyond the language of the day. He shall be heard in the translation. Yet, alas, at a lost to understand, indifferent to the words, may translate to a loss of the faithful when Church members are most needed.
In my humble opinion, the motive of the new Mass translation will awaken the people. The proof moreover: the Bible is the literature of the Mass— the Word of God.
Perhaps the new verses will offer a new spiritual path at a time that so urgently needs one. Changing the course will test us if we’re paying attention. Church members are talking. We will be awaken to spread the good word. Faith isn’t just for Sunday, after all. Sometimes change is good.
Susan and Robert Davniero
Lindenhurst, N.Y.
Susan and Robert Davniero
Lindenhurst, N.Y.
- See more at: http://www.uscatholic.org/blog/2012/01/feedback-new-mass#sthash.RvLr3z0X.dpuf
My Opinion on Dress Code for Church
I thought I would “address” the Dress Code for Church attendance. Apparently it seems the
faithful to be dressing down for service – which is “a fashion don’t.”
In my opinion, on Sunday we are visiting the House of
God. The Lord is divinely hospitability welcoming all. Yet, as any invited
quest we should dress the part with respect for the sacred occasion of Sunday’s
Mass.
Sometimes
what one wears have nothing to do with clothes at all. Rather it has everything
to do with the person in the mirror. Some people may perceive a dress code as
being judged by how they look and not by who they are inside. Mirror, mirror on
the wall – doesn’t God love us all just the way we are.
That
being said, Pastors may want to “address” the dress code situation by
enlightening the congregation that we are in the House of God and should dress
accordingly to respect our Divine Host. Perhaps by inviting the faithful to
visit God’s House they would dress in their Sunday best.
Susan Marie Davniero
Via
US Catholic Magazine May 1, 2013
Farewell to Pope Benedict in his stunning resignation as he stepped down in February as pope at the crossroads of his ministry.
Perhaps as a sign from God, lightning struck the dome of St. Peter's Basilica only hours after the pontiff announced his resignation.
This need not be an end but a beginning to a new chapter. We trust Benedict will continue to spread God's word as he walks in faith on the road.
When the pope changes, we all change with him; yet, alas, no one can really take the place of Pope Benedict.
Susan and Robert
Lindenhurst
COPYRIGHT 2013 Claretian Publications
GODSQUAD: The real question is, who created the God particle?
GOD SQUAD NEWSDAY PUBLISHED JULY 14, 2012
Rabbi Marc Gellman, God Squad, Tribune Media Services, New Haven Register, Chicago
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CHURCH
Dear Susan and Robert,
Thank you for your suggestions. It is great that parishioners such as yourselves are interested enough in the life of our parish that you take the time to reflect on things and offer suggestions. I will certainly consider them seriously and bring them to the various groups that advise me, such as the Pastoral Staff and the Liturgy Committee, for their input. Take care.
Msgr. Joseph DeGrocco, Pastor
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church
FindingJesus
It’s the Christmas season
There is no rhyme or reason
Advent’s fourth Sunday
It happened on that day
Church Bambinelli Blessing
Nativity manger of Baby Jesus
Bring to mass from your Nativity
Baby Jesus of divinity
Endless searching no avail
To find Baby Jesus failed
Upon awakening that day
The Holy Spirit led the way
Compelled to search again
A closet clutter within
Suddenly on the floor there
Baby Jesus in manager appeared
At church the people amass
Before the alter at the Mass
The Priest bless the Holy figurines
It felt so peaceful and serene
It was Advent’s fourth Sunday
When I found Jesus that day
When I found Jesus that day
SusanMarie Davniero
Finding Jesus
During the Christmas season,I want to share how I found Jesus one Sunday morning.
I desired to participate in the Italian Catholic tradition of the Bambinelli Blessing of Baby Jesus figure from our home Nativity. I recalled of my parents Nativity displayed every Christmas at home when I was growing up.
After their passing, I took the Holy figure Baby Jesus in the manager home with me. Thinking how special a Bambinelli Blessing would be, I longed to bring it to Mass on the fourth Sunday of Advent, yet could not locate its place. Alas, after endless searching I could not remember where I stored it.
The morning of the fourth Sunday of Advent, December 20, I awoke to find myself walking to my husband’s bedroom closet compelled to search one more time before Mass. Suddenly from clearing the clutter of shoe boxes and wrapping paper on the bottom of the floor appeared Baby Jesus in His manager from my parent’s Navity! Just in time for Mass.
I felt blessed standing with others before the altar during December 20th Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help for the Bambinelli Blessing of Baby Jesus from my parents Nativity.
I was awakened that Sunday morning when I found Jesus for Christmas.
Susan Marie Davniero
Jesus – The Original Hipster”
You were looking for a king
You would never recognize
Jesus in disguise
You would never recognize
Jesus in disguise
Sharing my song story - One morning I had a rash on my leg that was not clearing up. This song came on radio WGSS FM - 89.3 Chapel of Hope Ministry. As I sang along I believed I was blessed "Even if the Healing Doesn't Come". Yet, during the day my healing came. My rash disappeared. I am cured because I believe.
Our
Lady of Perpetual Help Church
Published
Our Lady of Perpetual Church
June Bulletin Ministry of Praise
By Susan Marie Davniero
June Bulletin Ministry of Praise
By Susan Marie Davniero
When I was in my teens
growing up at home in Massapequa with Dad and Mom,
My dad, Gerard Fischetti, always told me “Go back to church…”
Back when I was
growing up at home I was finding my own way. Alas, my way was leading me away
from the church. I can still hear my Dad's plea; “Go back to church” as if it
was an answer to all my teenage problems.
That was then this is now. Today when I attend Sunday mass at Our Lady of
Perpetual Help in Lindenhurst with my husband Bob my faith grows stronger and I
leave the church feeling better than I did before I entered.
At Church singing a
hymn loud is nearly as important as singing in tune as I join in. I try to sing
better than last week as we all sing "Alleluia! Alleluia!" The Lord
is divinely hospitable. We had a blessed time at the House of God.
As I sit at church my mind wanders back to another time at my parent's home when I was growing up. I whisper, as if my beloved deceased Dad, Gerard Fischetti, can hear me; "Dad, I am back." The answer is here. Dad was right.
As I sit at church my mind wanders back to another time at my parent's home when I was growing up. I whisper, as if my beloved deceased Dad, Gerard Fischetti, can hear me; "Dad, I am back." The answer is here. Dad was right.
The church welcomes
everyone back. The door is always open. Regardless of attire, wealth, or creed
- all are invited to visit the House of God. Come home to the church. You
will find your answers there. My Dad was right after all.
You can go home again. Sometimes Fathers know best
You can go home again. Sometimes Fathers know best
Written by - Susan
Marie Davniero
It Was During Biblical Time
Jesus Goes to a Wedding
It was during Biblical time
Thereat Cana find
Bride and Groom entwine
Their wedding so refine
Guests were wine and dine
Suddenly, they ran out of wine
Jesus attended a guest Divine
Behold He turns water to wine
All witness a miracle sign
It was during Biblical time
Susan Marie Davniero
| Drawn by Susan |
Letters to the Editor
All one in Holy Communion
We are all at Mass together. You are not alone in the
spiritual sacrament of Holy Communion that is shared by all during Mass as we
rejoice singing the communion hymn. Let us all join in the celebration. Look
around at all the parishioners alongside you. As Catholic
faithful, we draw closer (“That they may be one” John 17.21).
We are the faithful who believe the bread (the host) and wine (the cup) are
the body and blood of Jesus. We break bread and drink wine together as one
Communion of love of Jesus. “When we eat this bread and drink this wine, we
proclaim your death, O Lord, until you come again...”
We gather in church as the blessed apostles gathered at the Last Supper to
break bread together. There is a place setting for all at the Lord’s table to
serve all. No one is ever alone at Communion. After all, there were 12 of Jesus’
apostles at the Last Supper.
The holy sacrament Communion Host is like unwrapping a gift. The rite of
communion is the rite of passage until our everlasting communion in heaven
together.
Susan and Robert
Davniero
Lindenhurst
Lindenhurst
WELCOME
TO OLPH BIBLE SCHOOL
Our Lady
of Perpetual Help Church
By Susan Marie Davniero
Welcome to Bible School
Following the Church’s rules
Teaching all about the Bible
Old and New Testaments compile
The Bible needs an interpreter
For God is the Bible’s author
Written inadvertently by His Hand
Bible prose hard to understand
The Church is there all the while
Authorize sanction interpreter of the Bible
Summer time can be cool
Following the Church’s rules
Teaching all about the Bible
Old and New Testaments compile
The Bible needs an interpreter
For God is the Bible’s author
Written inadvertently by His Hand
Bible prose hard to understand
The Church is there all the while
Authorize sanction interpreter of the Bible
Summer time can be cool
At OLPH Vacation Bible School
Written by Susan Marie Davniero
Written by Susan Marie Davniero
Attachment photo - Vacation Bible School sign
given to OLPH Father John
Jesus You will be Lifted High Song
Sin and its ways grow old
All of my heart turns to stone
And I'm left with no strength to arise
how you need to be lifted high
Sin and its ways lead to pain
Left here with hurt and with shame
So no longer will I leave your side
Jesus, you'll be lifted high
You'll be lifted high
You'll be lifted high
You'll be lifted high in my life
Oh God -And I fall to my knees
So it's you that they see
Not I - Jesus you'll be lifted high
And even now that I'm inside your hands
Help me not to grow prideful again
Don't let me forsake sacrifice
Jesus you'll be lifted high
And if I'm blessed with the riches of kings
How could I ever think that it was me
For you brought me from darkness to light
Jesus, you'll be lifted high
You'll be lifted high
You'll be lifted high
You'll be lifted high in my life
Oh God -And I fall to my knees
So it's you that they see
Not I - Jesus, you'll be lifted high
Oh Jesus, you'll be lifted high
Oh you'll be lifted high
And I fall to my knees
So it's you that they see
Not I -Jesus, you'll be lifted high
AT OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP
I FOUND ST. CATHERINE LABOURE
MIRACULOUS BLESSED MARY MEDAL KEYCHAIN
St Catherine Labouré was born on the 2nd of May 1806 at Fainles-Moutiers, a picturesque village of Burgundy, France. She was the ninth child in a happy family of eleven. God made known the choice of this soul by marking her at an early age with the seal of suffering, for when she was only nine years old she lost her mother.Saint Catherine Labouré responded to the divine call by entering the Community of the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in Paris. Here, during the first months of her novitiate, she was favored with a number of apparitions of the Blessed Virgin, who confided to her the mission of having the Miraculous Medal made.
Until shortly before her death Saint Catherine kept a strict silence concerning these apparitions, speaking of them only to her confessor, according to the instructions of Our Lady.
During 46 years Saint Catherine witnessed the wonders and miracles wrought through the Medal. During all this time, carefully guarding her secret of the apparitions, she humbly performed her commonplace duties, devoting herself especially to the care of the infirmed men of Enghien, a suburb of Paris. For this she is called the patroness of seniors.
St Catherine Labouré On the 31st of December 1876, Saint Catherine left this earth for heaven, to contemplate there her Immaculate Queen whose love and beauty had captured her heart on earth.Her body was exhumed 57 years later and found in perfect condition. Even death respected her who had enjoyed the extraordinary privilege of resting her hands on the knees of the Blessed Virgin for more than two hours during one of the apparitions. Saint Catherine was canonized by Pope Pius XII on July 27, 1947.
The simplicity of Saint Catherine's life endears her to everyone. She became a saint by doing her commonplace duties well, for God. This "Saint of Ordinary People" has the secret of sanctity for us all.
How St. Catherine Prayed
St Catherine Labouré When I go to the Chapel I place myself before the good God and I say to Him: 'Lord, here I am, give me what You will.' If He gives me something, I am very pleased and I thank Him. If He gives me nothing, I still thank Him because I do not deserve anything. And then again, I tell Him all that passes through my mind; I recount my pains and my joys and ... I listen. If you listen to Him, He will speak to you also, because with the good God it is necessary to speak and to listen. He will always speak to you if you go to Him simply and sincerely.
Divine Vision
of November 27, 1830
Published The Pink Chameleon
Published The Pink Chameleon
On that glorious day, a divine vision
She gazed and listened to her mission
St. Catherine Laboure’ prayed
To ensure a Miraculous Medal was made
Words of Our Lady from above
Blessed Mother’s message of love
Inspired by a vision of the Blessed Virgin
O Mary conceived without sin
Pray for us, for we
Have recourse to thee
Keep this medal in devoted behavior
And you will receive great favors
Susan Marie Davniero
My View - God’s
Love Letters
The Church’s Gospel
Epistle Letters are like “God's Love Letters” to us all.
When my husband Bob and I attend Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Sunday Service, I always felt close to the Gospel Letters Readings narration because I always like to write and exchange letters.
Letter writing to friends and family always held a special place in my life. What separated my husband, Bob, when we dated from the rest was that he wrote me love letters. No boyfriend ever did that before. And I did not tell him I like letter writing exchange. But he knew how to reach me.
Today the church is drawing me closer with the Gospel readings Epistle letters - God knows how to reach me with God's love letters!
In my feelings, the Holy Gospel Epistle Letters Reading are like “God's Love Letters” to us all.
Written by Susan Marie Davniero
When my husband Bob and I attend Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Sunday Service, I always felt close to the Gospel Letters Readings narration because I always like to write and exchange letters.
Letter writing to friends and family always held a special place in my life. What separated my husband, Bob, when we dated from the rest was that he wrote me love letters. No boyfriend ever did that before. And I did not tell him I like letter writing exchange. But he knew how to reach me.
Today the church is drawing me closer with the Gospel readings Epistle letters - God knows how to reach me with God's love letters!
In my feelings, the Holy Gospel Epistle Letters Reading are like “God's Love Letters” to us all.
Written by Susan Marie Davniero
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| Sisters - Nuns of Our Lady Grace Church |
THE LAST GOOD WORD
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Blessed Nuns of Our Lady Grace Church for hosting a cordial social gathering at their sacred monastery for parishioners to attend on Saint Joseph’s Day.
After we witness the sanctimonious Sister’s Renewal of Vows Ceremony in the parish the parishioners were invited to meet with the Nuns in their home. Apparently St. Joseph’s Day social is an annual notable habit. We were privilege to be among the faithful attendees that day.
My twin sister and I were honored to visit with the devout sisterhood of nuns. We were in good company. The revered clergy also attended; Father Vincent, Father Gil and Father Eugene sharing our daily bread.
The clergy of pious Fathers and holy Nuns are all gracious and welcoming extending a kind word, a warm handshake or spiritual support and counsel. Our Lady of Grace church clergy share their divine vision to tune into the music of your soul. They know our deep spiritual need and enable us to draw on our resources of grace. It’s all about worship after all.
We felt very welcome by the sacred Sister’s invite. Sharing the day like St. Joseph’s Day reminds me that every day is a day of faith and to spread the good word. Our Lady of Grace church shows us the way to move over to make place for God in our everyday life. Essentially, religion isn’t just for Sunday.
Parishioner,
Susan Marie Davniero
Keep Christmas Every Day
(Published LI Catholic Mag)
Let’s keep Christmas every day…peace; love and charity of the holiday season are needed to be near us all year long. Why can’t people always act like its Christmas? After all, we are all God’s children in His family. It can feel like Christmas every day celebrating and glorifying the birth of Jesus. Perhaps, we shall live in harmony reaching out to others in need and loving thy neighbor. We might aim to leave the world better than how we found it.
Missing the joyful cheer and worship of Christmas songs from the holiday season I tune to spiritual music on the radio that reminds me of the holiday songs. It feels like Christmas every Day when I listen to spiritual gospel music heard on radio stations such as Family Radio or Calvary Chapel of Hope WGSS-FM.
Let's keep Christmas all year long. If anyone is missing Christmas, you can find it at Church. Walking into the church, is like unwrapping a Christmas gift that lasts all year. It's Christmas every day at Church singing gospel songs in worship and praise of our Father. We are family. Come home to the Church. You can go home after all.
Susan and Robert Davniero
| Susan and Laura 1st Holy Communion Day |
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION DAY
Published Long Story Short
Published Long Story Short
First
Holy Communion
Begins
our blessed union
With
Holy Eucharist receive
Body
of Jesus we believe
First
Holy Communion
Marks
a lifetime union
Cup
of wine pours
Blood
of Jesus adored
First
Holy Communion
Faithful
commitment union
Blessed
Sacrament we pray
First
Holy Communion Day
By Susan Marie Davniero
| Dad, Susan and Laura 12 Hollywood Ave. Massapequa First Holy Communion Day |
US CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER
Published May 1, 2013
Farewell to Pope Benedict in his stunning resignation as he stepped down in
February as pope at the crossroads of his ministry.
Perhaps as a sign from God, lightning struck the dome of St. Peter's Basilica only hours after the pontiff announced his resignation.
This need not be an end but a beginning to a new chapter. We trust Benedict will continue to spread God's word as he walks in faith on the road.
When the pope changes, we all change with him; yet, alas, no one can really take the place of Pope Benedict.
Susan and RobertDavniero
Lindenhurst , N.Y.
Perhaps as a sign from God, lightning struck the dome of St. Peter's Basilica only hours after the pontiff announced his resignation.
This need not be an end but a beginning to a new chapter. We trust Benedict will continue to spread God's word as he walks in faith on the road.
When the pope changes, we all change with him; yet, alas, no one can really take the place of Pope Benedict.
Susan and Robert
Lindenhurst
COPYRIGHT 2013 Claretian Publications
May 1 - St. Joseph Day - For the Worker
Apparently in response to the “May Day” celebrations for workers sponsored by Communists, Pius XII instituted the feast of St. Joseph the Worker in 1955. But the relationship between Joseph and the cause of workers has a much longer history.
In a constantly necessary effort to keep Jesus from being removed from ordinary human life, the Church has from the beginning emphasized Jesus was a carpenter, in the ordinary circumstances of someone who is obliged to work for his living.”
Published Long Island Catholic
President kept faith on 9/11: By way of being politically correct at New York
However, President Obama rose to the occasion at the podium to recite biblical Psalm 46 in his speech; “God is our refuge …” Apparently, God accompanied President Obama at his quest to shine God’s grace from Ground Zero.
We kept the faith on 9/11 in New York City
Susan Marie Davniero
Lindenhurst, NY
Acts of Kindness
I was inspired by the Blessed Palms I received on Palm Sunday at Church Mass to pattern and construct 1-2” Palm Crosses adhesive on clear plastic.
I am able to give the Palm Crosses to friends, family, strangers and people I meet along the way. My handmade crosses seem to bring a smile to the receiver’s faces.
People tell me the special places they’ll keep their cross; “In my car, my wallet, beside my grandmother’s photo (she just passed), on my work desk, in my trunk delivering, here in my pocket, in my Bible, and in the sky when I fly (God is your co-pilot.)
This is just my own small way to spread the good word. No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. Susan Marie Davniero
The distribution of palm trees is pretty much cosmopolitan; that is to say palm trees can be found growing in most areas of the world with the exception of the Arctic regions.
Most palms are adapted to a particular environment, so you may find the Date Palm (for example) growing in extremely arid regions (high temperature, low rainfall, low humidity, blowing sand) to palms that are at home in tropical jungles with high rainfall, high humidity and protection from the wind (such as Raphis). Then there are a host of palms that fall in between (the two extremes).
Hawaii, Australia, Southern California, and South Florida (common places for one to grow) in the USA
Most palms are adapted to a particular environment, so you may find the Date Palm (for example) growing in extremely arid regions (high temperature, low rainfall, low humidity, blowing sand) to palms that are at home in tropical jungles with high rainfall, high humidity and protection from the wind (such as Raphis). Then there are a host of palms that fall in between (the two extremes).
Hawaii, Australia, Southern California, and South Florida (common places for one to grow) in the USA
OUR READERS COMMENTARY
Published: The Long Island Catholic
Newspaper for the Diocese of Rockville Centre
The Greatest Story: The story started with the birth of Jesus. The Word of God became human and had a voice —divinity and humanity in one body. He was the Word of God.
For this reason we the faithful shall want to experience the whole story. The cross and empty tomb started with the blessed birth in a manger to the holy rebirth of resurrection from the empty tomb. It is all one story.
Thus, the birth of Jesus on Christmas to the resurrection of Easter is all one story — a story without end. The greatest story ever told.
Susan Marie Davniero
OLPH “The
Little White Book” – Relections on the Rescurrection
To
share and spread the good word I left one of The Little White Book at work in the ladies lounge. Yet, the plain
white cover book laid there remaining unnoticed. However, when I folded the
white jacket to reveal the title page “The
Little White Book” someone quickly took it yesterday, April 21; which is
coincidently the first day of the Reflections readings.
Mark 16:15 And he said to them, “Go into all the world and
proclaim the gospel to the whole creation
That
someone, a young woman at work, approach me to thank me; “I took the Little White Book you left in the lounge…” She became
excited telling me about her plans to use it; “The reflections actually start today – the day I took it! It’s only six
minutes…I can give six minutes a day…I’ll do this. Thank you.”
I
suggest imprinting the title, The Little
White Book Reflections onto the plain white cover jacket to promote the
contexts. Note - it was not until the title page was disclose did someone
notice the book and was able to appreciate the value of the book’s contents.
Thus,
the good word was not heard, silenced by the cover’s anonymity. Sometimes you
need to be seen to be heard. You can’t always tell a book by its
cover, after all.
written by Susan Marie Davniero
Susan
and Robert Davniero, OLPH Parishioners
OLPH - Lent Scripture Readings Leader - Father Ethel |
THANKSGIVING IS GIVING
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| Bob and Susan Serving Thanksgiving - Farmingdale Church |
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church
210 South
Wellwood Avenue + Lindenhurst, New York 11757 +
Telephone:
631-226-7725 + Fax: 631-225-9597 + www.olphlindenhurst.org
NOVEMBER
MINISTRY OF PRAISE
ONE THANKSGIVING
DAY
November 3, 2013
One Thanksgiving Day my husband, Bob,
and I volunteered at a local Church charitable Thanksgiving
Dinner for the needy in the
community. We joined with the other volunteers preparing Thanksgiving dinner.
Far from being a quiet room,
the soup kitchen is busy with volunteers preparing the turkey and trimmings.
The aroma of turkey baking
pervades the air, as we all get to work. We’re handed aprons and instructed
to join in the line to pack
meals-on-wheels delivered to shut-ins.
The door is open as the guests
arrive. All are welcome. Bob and I are now serving to the guests arriving
to sit down and eat their
Thanksgiving Meal at the party. We stand at a table with donations of platters
of turkey, jams, vegetables
and cranberry jelly. I smile as I dish out generous portions. The guests are
remarkably polite thanking us
for their meal. I was taken aback by the children with their parents. I just
didn’t think there would be
children.
After dinner is served we sit
among the guests and mingle. I talked with a guest who lost his job, unable
to find work, sitting
alongside a mother who brought her specialty, stuffed mushrooms, to share with
others. Her eyes glisten as
she tells me about her special recipe. At another table sat a young military son
in the Marines (with the
regulatory military crew cut), who came with his single mother. She announces to
me how proud she is of him
and how her family comes every year. A kind hearted gentleman, dressed in
worn jeans and red plaid
shirt looking in need of a shave and haircut, makes it known to me he came to
eat with someone. “Otherwise
I would be alone in my room,” he said.
This one Thanksgiving Day
volunteers surpassed the usually family Thanksgiving tradition at home. The
day spent as volunteers
extends beyond tradition reaching out, to share our daily bread with our
neighbors across town. We are
all one family at God’s table. Let us remember to pray, giving thanks for God’s
blessings and to share with
others. Share and share alike. This one Thanksgiving Day as volunteers was a
day we were truly thankful
for.
God Bless,
Susan and Robert
Davniero
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| Saint Teresa Our Lady of Perpetual Help |
Lenten Scripture Study and Reflection
The Gospel According to John
4th Sunday of Lent
Once the sinner was blind to thee
As the sacred Scriptures foresee
Shall the prophet cometh of Galilee
Behold the Son of Man came to be
Blessed be the one I spoke to is He
Praise Jesus to open his eyes to see
Thus, the miracle of sight hence receive
The faithful, lift up your eyes to believe
Written by Susan Marie Davniero
Submitted by
Susan Marie Davniero
208 Seventh St.
Lindenhurst, NY 11757
631-957-5032 susanbob11@verizon.net
OUR READERS COMMENTARY
Published: The Long Island Catholic
Newspaper for the Diocese of Rockville Centre
The Greatest Story
Editor: The story started with the birth of Jesus. The Word of God became human and had a voice — divinity and humanity in one body. He was the Word of God.
For this reason we the faithful shall want to experience the whole story. The cross and empty tomb started with the blessed birth in a manger to the holy rebirth of resurrection from the empty tomb. It is all one story.
Thus, the birth of Jesus on Christmas to the resurrection of Easter is all one story — a story without end. The greatest story ever told.
Susan Marie Davniero
Editor: The story started with the birth of Jesus. The Word of God became human and had a voice — divinity and humanity in one body. He was the Word of God.
For this reason we the faithful shall want to experience the whole story. The cross and empty tomb started with the blessed birth in a manger to the holy rebirth of resurrection from the empty tomb. It is all one story.
Thus, the birth of Jesus on Christmas to the resurrection of Easter is all one story — a story without end. The greatest story ever told.
Susan Marie Davniero
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Christmas Presents
published
Christmas is not just about the presents under the tree - Christmas is about being present at Church Mass, visiting the shut ins, volunteering at soup kitchens, time spent with the lonely, giving yourself to others and spreading holiday cheer. Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with you.
When you give a priceless present of yourself to others you are unwrapping a Christmas gift to yourself. Be a "present" this Christmas by being present.
Susan Marie Davniero
During the Christmas season, I want to share how I found Jesus one Sunday morning.
I desired to participate in the Italian Catholic tradition of the Bambinelli Blessing of Baby Jesus figure from our home Nativity. I recalled of my parents Nativity displayed every Christmas at home when I was growing up.
After their passing, I took the Holy figure Baby Jesus in the manager home with me. Thinking how special a Bambinelli Blessing would be, I longed to bring it to Mass on the fourth Sunday of Advent, yet could not locate its place. Alas, after endles ssearching I could not remember where I stored it.
The morning of the fourth Sunday of Advent, December 20, I awoke to find myself walking to my husband’s bedroom closet compelled to search one more time before Mass. Suddenly from clearing the clutter of shoe boxes and wrapping paper on the bottom of the floor appeared Baby Jesus in His manager from my parent’s Navity! Just in time for Mass.
I felt blessed standing with others before the altar during December 20th Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help for the Bambinelli Blessing of Baby Jesus from my parents Nativity.
Awakening that Sunday morning I found Jesus for Christmas.
Susan Marie Davniero
FATHER JOHN, SO LONG
(Father John Sureau OLPH 2012-2016)
Father John, for so long
Once you did belong
To the OLPH church first
In the town of Lindenhurst
All the people gather
At Sunday Mass together
Filling the seats in the pews
Because of Fathers like you
The day has come
For you to become
The Pastor at St. John’s
Father John, so long
Since the year 2012 to when
Your time at OLPH end
In prayers blessings we send
And the people said Amen
Written by Susan Marie Davniero
For
the Love of
St.
Francis of Assisi
St.
Francis of Assisi
Patron
Saint of Italy
Founded
Order of Friars
Patronage
of animals serves
Love
of the Eucharist worth
Canonized
by Pope Gregory
Blessings animals’
ceremony
Feast
Day of October fourth
Holy
stigmata God’s mystery
Canonized
by Pope Gregory
Religious
figure in history
Departed
on October 3, 1226
For
the love of St. Francis
By
Susan Marie Davniero
Published: U.S. Catholic Newspaper
In conversation with American Catholics
Welcome to the new Latin translation verses of the Catholic Mass. In keeping the faith the translation speaks the historic language of the original Roman Catholic Church.
Translation of the Mass is beyond definition of the biblical lessons to illuminate the stories behind the words. Perhaps the congregation will appreciate what the scriptures have to say if it is said in the historic language of their Church. Times change and we with them.
Through him the community of the faithful members of the church together shall be joined by the word of God beyond the language of the day. He shall be heard in the translation. Yet, alas, at a lost to understand, indifferent to the words, may translate to a loss of the faithful when Church members are most needed.
In my humble opinion, the motive of the new Mass translation will awaken the people. The proof moreover: the Bible is the literature of the Mass— the Word of God.
Perhaps the new verses will offer a new spiritual path at a time that so urgently needs one. Changing the course will test us if we’re paying attention. Church members are talking. We will be awaken to spread the good word. Faith isn’t just for Sunday, after all. Sometimes change is good.
Susan Marie Davniero
Finding Jesus
During the Christmas season, I want to share how I found Jesus one Sunday morning.
Susan and Robert Davniero
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Lenten Scripture Study and Reflection Our Lady of
Perpetual Help Lindenhurst
| OLPH LENT REFLECTION GROUP |
I was pleased to attend Our Lady of Perpetual Help Lenten
Scripture Study and Reflection group after Mass with my sister, Laura.
I would like to share a short poem I wrote on the
next Lenten Study Reflection of the March 30 Gospel;
The Gospel According to John
March 30 - 4th
Sunday of Lent
Once the sinner was blind to thee
As the sacred Scriptures foresee
Shall the prophet cometh of Galilee
Behold the Son of Man came to be
Blessed be the one I spoke to is He
Praise Jesus to open his eyes to see
Thus, the miracle of sight hence receive
The faithful, lift up your eyes to believe
Written by Susan Marie Davniero
Also, because of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church’s spiritual
teachings of the solemn worship during Lent and barren church alter; I was
inspired to post a constructed Palm (Crucifix) Cross on my front door at our
home.
God Bless,
Susan Marie Davniero
Susan and Robert Davniero
| Robert and Susan At Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church |
Finding Jesus
by Susan Marie Davniero
Published The Pink Chameleon
It’s the Christmas season
There is no rhyme or reason
Advent’s fourth Sunday
It happened on that day
Church Bambinelli Blessing
Nativity manger of Baby Jesus
Bring to mass from your Nativity
Baby Jesus of divinity
Endless searching no avail
To find Baby Jesus failed
Upon awakening that day
The Holy Spirit led the way
Compelled to search again
A closet clutter within
Suddenly on the floor there
Baby Jesus in manager appeared
At church the people amass
Before the alter at the Mass
The Priest bless the Holy figurines
It felt so peaceful and serene
It was Advent’s fourth Sunday
When I found Jesus that day
When I found Jesus that day
During the Christmas season, I want to share how I found Jesus one Sunday morning.
I desired to participate in the Italian Catholic tradition of the Bambinelli Blessing of Baby Jesus figure from our home Nativity. I recalled of my parents Nativity displayed every Christmas at home when I was growing up.
After their passing, I took the Holy figure Baby Jesus in the manager home with me. Thinking how special a Bambinelli Blessing would be, I longed to bring it to Mass on the fourth Sunday of Advent, yet could not locate its place. Alas, after endles ssearching I could not remember where I stored it.
The morning of the fourth Sunday of Advent, December 20, I awoke to find myself walking to my husband’s bedroom closet compelled to search one more time before Mass. Suddenly from clearing the clutter of shoe boxes and wrapping paper on the bottom of the floor appeared Baby Jesus in His manager from my parent’s Navity! Just in time for Mass.
I felt blessed standing with others before the altar during December 20th Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help for the Bambinelli Blessing of Baby Jesus from my parents Nativity.
Awakening that Sunday morning I found Jesus for Christmas.
Susan Marie Davniero
God Always Wins
God’s winning welcomes
He is there for
everyone
God is the most Holy
One
His losses are never
done
Even if the winning doesn’t
come
Susan Marie Davniero
NEW YORK
Letters to the Editor
NEW YORK
DAILY NEWS
December 25,2015
Christmas gift of sainthood
Lindenhurst, L.I.: Pope Francis gave us all a Christmas gift to be unwrapped the first week of September next year, on the anniversary of Mother Teresa’s death. The Vatican announced Francis has proclaimed a decree attributing a second miracle to Mother Teresa, clearing the way for her canonization as St. Teresa. It’s the season for miracles after all. Susan and Robert Davniero
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BLESS THIS CHURCH
by Susan Marie Davniero
Published The Eclectric Muse
and Long Story Short
and Long Story Short
House of God’s kingdom
All the faithful welcome
Where the flock gathers
To pray and rejoice together
In this place apart
God is in our heart
Body and soul, too
Behold Christ is in you
Clergy’s sermon preaches
As Jesus devout teachers
Spiritual testaments
Divine sacraments
The rites of passages
Through all the holy stages
Of our religious belief
Seeking redemption relief
Blessed Holy Trinity
Await Heaven’s destiny
Thy will is done
God bless everyone
LONG STORY
SHORT
TAPESTRY OF FAITH
by Susan Marie
Davniero
Tapestry of faith glory
Weaves pattern of life
story
Divinely woven by God’s
hands
That only He shall
understand
Paragon in shades of glorious
hue
From glistening gold to silver
blue
When the life story comes to
end
Aging colors fade and
suspend
Alas, the unraveling will
begin
and it’s only just wool
again
