"Alive in Faith & Tradition"
Mass Schedule
Saturday:
5:00pm (Vigil)
Sunday:
8:00am
10:00am (Family Mass)
10:00am (Lithuanian at Annunciation)
11:15 (Italian Mass)
11:30am (Spanish at Annunciation)
12:30pm
Weekday Mass:
8:30am
Holy Days:
For Mass Schedules and Times please consult Bulletin or call rectory for information
In honor of our 125th, a plaque of OLMC has been placed on the wall of the church beside the Chapel of Reconciliation. There is room for 175 messages, memorials, or wishes. An offering of an approproate $125 is being asked for each plate.
To request a plate, contact the rectory.
Honoring FR. MICHAEL ZUNNO and JAMES "JIMMY DELL" DELLOCOCO
Sunday, March 25 following the 10am Mass
Adults - $20 Children - $10 Children under 5 - Free
Tickets are available at the Rectory
Saturday, April 28 -- 8pm-12am
OLMC Gym
"Football Style Reunion"
$35 Per Person
Tables will be set up for graduates of the 1957-1985 classes
Parish Mission Statement
We, the faith community of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Annunciation, are a wecloming parish deeply rooted in our Roman Catholic tradition. We are committed to faithfully and reverently living the Gospel of Christ, in communion with all of God's people. Aware and proud of our rich cultural heritage we remain open to the invitation of the Holy Spirit and pledge ourselves to continue building a bridge for future generations.
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Help us celebrate 125 years of being alive in faith and tradition!
Welcome to the website for the parish of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY. As a welcoming parish, we seek to include everyone in our celebration of God’s presence. Through liturgical celebrations, societies and special events – all are welcome to be part of our parish community. As you search this site, you are sure to see that there is something of interest for everyone. Please, do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
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Saturday
Sunday
10:00am (Lithuanian Mass at Annunciation)
11:15am (Italian Mass)
11:30 (Spanish Mass at Annunciation)
Weekday Mass (Mon-Fri)
Holy Days
For mass schedules and times, please consult
the bulletin or call the rectory for information.
Rectory Information
Rectory Phone
(718) 384-0223
Address
275 North 8th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Fax
(718) 384-5838
E-Mail
olmcn8th_yahoo.com
Parish Staff
Pastor - Rev. Msgr. Joseph P. Calise, EXT 20
Parochial Vicar - Rev. Michael Lynch, EXT 14
Parish Deacon - Deacon Edward O' Connell, EXT 21
Italian Apostolate & Pastoral Care - Giuditta Coccia, A.O., EXT 22
Director Of Religious Education - Rosemarie Walsh, EXT 28
Director of Music - Richard Slizeski, M. Div., EXT 21
Organist - Diego Tornelli, M. M. Music Performance, EXT 10
Pastoral Administration - Maureen Mieszkowski, EXT 17
Pastoral Administration - Mary Ann Deangelis, EXT 10
Pastoral Administration - Stephanie Nunziata, EXT 10
Parish Webmaster - Adam Mace, EXT 6, olmcbk_gmail.com
Parish Office Hours
Weekdays:
9:00am-12noon
1:00pm-5:00pm
6:30pm-8:00pm
Saturday & Sunday:
By Appointment Only
About:
Third Order Carmelites, now called Lay Carmelites, are not a society in the secular sense. They are a true branch of the Carmelite Order.
Lay Carmelites (historically known as the Third Order) are lay people who, in response to a special call from God, freely and deliberately promise to live the evangelical life in the spirit of the Carmelite Order and under its direction. Within their state in life, they seek to live in the presence of God 24 hours a day. In fact, the entire Carmelite family, in its task of living out its consecration to Christ, seeks to live in the presence of the living and true God who, in the person of Christ, lives in our midst; it is a family that seeks divine intimacy.
Lay Carmelites, imbued with the spirit of the Order, try to live its charism in a silent listening to the Word, making their whole life a prayer by allowing themselves to be caught up by the Spirit for the wonderful works that God accomplishes and which require their committment and worthwhile contribution.
Lay Carmelites, according to the constant tradition of Carmel, are to culivate in the greatest degree possible prayer in all its forms: mental prayer and aspirational prayer, as well as the traditional practices. Above all they should learn from the Virgin how to praise the Lord and to rejoice in God their Savior in their ordinary daily life.
The Saint Rita Society is a women’s group that meets monthly for prayer and service, socialization, information, education and spiritual growth. This group provides many helpful support services to the parish and local community.
The Holy Name Society is committed to helping its members grow in holiness through devotion to the most Holy Name of Jesus. Members of this fraternity are called to be leaders, to cleanse themselves in the sacrament of penance, strengthen themselves with the most Holy Eucharist, nourish their souls on Sacred Scripture, increase their desire for divine love through prayer, and lead their families, friends and coworkers to Christ Jesus by their acts of charity and piety.
The Confraternity of the Most Holy Names of God and Jesus (Holy Name Society) promotes reverence for the Sacred Names of God and Jesus Christ, obedience and loyalty to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church, and the personal sanctification and holiness of its members. Members are called to contribute to the evangelization mission of the Church and to make perpetual acts of reverence and love for our Lord and Savior. The apostolate of the society is to assist in parish ministries by performing the Corporal Works of Mercy: to feed the hungry, to clothe the naked, give drink to the thirsty, shelter to the homeless, tend the sick, visit those in prison, and bury the dead; as well as the Spiritual Works of Mercy: to convert sinners, instruct the ignorant, counsel the wayward, comfort the sorrowing, bear adversity patiently, forgive offenses, and pray for the living and the dead.
If you are a Catholic male over the age of 18, please consider joining the Holy Name Society - join your prayers with others so that the Most Holy Name of Jesus can be venerated - our prayers will be heard!
THINKING OF BECOMING A CATHOLIC…
…or is someone you know thinking of it? If so, then the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the right step for you to take. The RCIA is a process that consists of a combination of participation at Sunday Mass and instruction on the teachings and customs of the Roman Catholic Church. RCIA is also for baptized Catholics who have not received both First Holy Communion and Confirmation. The sessions meet once a week on Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Rectory. Adults that have not received the Sacrament of Confirmation are also invited to join our sessions. If you are seriously thinking of entering this program, please call the Rectory at 718-384-0223 and ask for Rosemarie Walsh.
RCIA Schedule 2011 2012.pdf
EMHC serve one of the most important ministries in the parish: actually bringing Jesus to others, by visiting the homebound and those confined to nursing homes or hospitals (Pastoral Care), and by giving Communion at Mass. They bring the assurance of God’s love to those who suffer. They go to visit not as individuals in one to one undertaking but as members of an entire body of believers whose prayer supports their ministry. It is a mission, a sending forth, to those who bear the burden of bodies, mind and spirit.
More than a volunteer service, this is an actual ministry that requires a one-day diocesan-sponsored training session.
Serving as an EMHC is a wonderfully rewarding ministry that can bring graces and blessings while also bringing the Body of Christ to our brothers and sisters homebound. If interested please contact Judy Coccia at 718-384-0223 ext 22.
Lectors serve as readers of the sacred scriptures at Mass every Sunday. If you are interested in becoming a Lector, please contact Lucille Aponte at the Recotry.
Altar Servers recieve the privledge of assisting the clergy at the celebration of Mass. They assist in all matters on the Altar.
Outside of Mass, Altar Servers lead processions, serving as the first members of the Parish the community see as the Statue of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel passes people in the street on July 16.
For more information on becoming an Altar Server, please contact Dan Mace in the rectory.
Ushers care for the members of the Parish each Sunday by welcoming them as well as new members of the Parish and vistors. The help the Communion process by managing the line and seeing that everyone is taken care of and safe.
For more info on becoming an Usher, call the rectory.
THE FOLK GROUP sings every Sunday at the 10am Family Mass. The goup consists of singers, a pianist and guitarists. They also play at the 5pm Family Mass of Christmas Eve. The Folk Group is led by Music Director, Richard Slizeski.
THE ITALIAN CHOIR sings at the 11:15am Italian Mass every Sunday. The choir is led by Pianist, DIego Tornelli
THE FESTIVE CHOIR is a combined choir that consists of members of the Folk Group, the Italoan Choir and other singers who join the groups on special occassions and holidays such as Holy Week, the Feast Masses and Christmas Midnight Mass.
For information on joining any of the choirs, please contact Richard Slizeski at the Rectory.
Confessions are heard every Saturday 4:00- 4:45PM (before the 5pm Mass).
Any other time, call the Rectory for an appointment with one of the priests.
If you desire to have your child baptized into the Catholic Christian Faith, you are asked to call the Rectory for an appointment. Baptisms are celebrated twice monthly (except in July) - a class prior to the Celebration is required. Children 7 years
& older prepare for Baptism by attending Religious Instructions.
Couples are to make arrangements at the Rectory eight months before the Marriage. Both parties must see the priest. All couples must attend the Pre-Cana program. Log onto www.precana.org for introductory session.
Call the Rectory for more information
The Sacrament of Annointing of the Sick is celebrated monthly at one of the weekend Masses. Urgent calls are responded to at any time. If there is someone sick at home, please contact one of the priests to administer the sacrament at home. Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are also available to bring Holy Communinion.
The Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (CCD) provides religious education to children of Catholic parents attending secular schools. These classes not only educate children about Jesus and the Catholic faith but prepare children to receive the sacraments of Penance, Holy Communion, and Confirmation.
If you are interested in signing up for Religious Education, please contact Director of Religious Education, Rosemarie Walsh at EXT. 28
Religious Education Schedule of classes 2011 2012 (1).pdf
DOB_15_QuRosaryCA_FMECH_v1b[1].pdf
QueenRosaryCA_Bulleting Insert_FMECH_LRes-3.pdf
697450 Bulletin January 15, 2012.pdf
697450 Bulletin January 8, 2012.pdf
697450 Bulletin January 1, 2012.pdf
697450 Bulletin December 18, 2011.pdf
697450 Bulletin December 11, 2011.pdf
697450 Bulletin December 4, 2011.pdf
697450 Bulletin November 27, 2011.pdf
697450 Bulletin November 20, 2011 A.pdf
697450 Bulletin November 13, 2011 B.pdf
697450 Bulletin November 6, 2011.pdf
697450 Bulletin Oct.30, 2011.pdf
697450 Bulletin Oct 23, 2011.pdf
697450 Bulletin Oct 16, 2011.pdf
697450 Bulletin Oct,9, 2011a.pdf
697450 Bulletin Oct. 2, 2011.pdf
697450 Bulletin Sept. 25, 2011 (1).pdf
697450 Bulletin Sept 18, 2011.pdf
697450 Bulletin Sept. 11.pdf
697450 Bulletin Sept 4.pdf
697450 Bulletin August 28, 2011.pdf
697450 BulletinAugust 21, 2011.pdf
697450 BulletinAugust 14, 2011.pdf
697450 Bulletin August 7, 2011.pdf
697450 Bulletin July 31, 2011b.pdf
697450 Bulletin July 24, 2011.pdf
697450 Bulletin July 17, 2011.pdf
697450 Bulletin July 10, 2011.pdf
697450 Bulletin July 3, 2011.pdf
2012 OLMC School Neighborhood Reunion Info
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275 North 8th Sreet
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29 Frost Street
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Domingo: 10:00am Lituano
11:30am Español
Sabado: 5:00 pm (vigilia)
Domingo: 8:00 am (Ingles)
10:00 am Liturgia de la palabra para los niños
11:15am (Italiano), 12:30 pm
Oración de la mañana: 8:15am Lunes a viernes.
Misas en Semana: 8:30am
Misas de días Festivos: consulte el boletín o llame a la rectoría.
Telefono: 718-3840223
Fax: 718-384-5838
E-mail: olmcn8th_yahoo.com
De lunes a viernes:
9:00am a 12pm
1:00pm a 5:00pm
6:30 a 8:00pm
Sabado y Domingo por cita solamente.
Sabados de 4 a 4:45 pm. Para cualquier otra hora puede llamar a la rectoria para pedir una cita con uno de los sacerdotes.
Si usted desea bautizar a su niño debe llamar a la rectoria de Monte Carmelo para pedir una cita. Los bautizos se celebran 2 veces al mes (excepto en Julio). Se debe asistir a una clase antes de la celebracion del bautizo. Los niños de 7 años y mayores deben atender instrucciones religiosas para la preparación del bautismo.
Las parejas deben hacer los arreglos en la rectoria con 8 meses de anticipación La pareja debe ver al sacerdote. Todas las parejas deben atender al programa Pre-Cana. Para una sesión introductoria pude ir a la página web www.pre-cana.org
Es celebrado mensualmente en una de las misas del fin de semana. Consulte el boletín para más información. Las llamadas urgentes para este sacramento son contestadas en cualquier momento. Si alguien esta enfermo en su casa por favor comuníquese con uno de los sacerdotes para realizar el sacramento en casa. Los ministros extraordionarios de la Eucaristia están disponibles para llevar la santa comunión.
(RICA) Cualquier adulto mayor de 18 años que desee ser bautizado en la fe cristiana católica o está
en necesidad de completar los sacramentos de Iniciación, primera comunión, y confirmación, debe llamar a la rectoría para obtener información referente a las clases y el horario.
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Dear Friends,
For 125 years the parish of Our Lady of Mount Carmel has been more than a parish Church. It has been the center of the community - touching the hearts and souls of many generations. This anniversary acknowledges the century and a quarter that this shrine has been the custodian of faith & tradition but it celebrates so much more. As our anniversary motto says, "We are Alive in Faith and Tradition." We remember the past as we look to the future, to the generations who still long for the message of hope Mt. Carmel proclaims.
Included on this site, you will see a list of activities and events that give you the opportunity to be part of this historical celebration. Be assured that, as has always been true, at Mt. Carmel all are welcome.
Sincerely in Christ,
Rev. Msgr. Joseph P. Calise
Pastor
It is indeed a privledge for me to have been given this honor to serve as the General Chairperson of the 125th Anniversary of our religious home, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Shrine Church. The committee is busy planning many events, as you can see from the list of events already in place. We will begin this special year on Sunday, November 13, 2011 with an opening Mass at 11am. I hope you will join us for many of these events. There are still some more to be included. It will be an opportunity for you to spend time with old friends and acquaintances, especially if you are no longer a part of Mt. Carmel Parish. Hopefully, it will bring many of you "home," and give you a feeling of renewal. If you are a newcomer to our Parish, please come and celebrate this auspicious occasion with us. Share this informaton with everyone you know who would be interested. Our doors are opent to all!
We are all anxiously looking forward to this 125th Anniversary year, and hope you are too. Come and be a part of it!
Sincerely,
Sylvia Summa
Sylvia Summa, Chairperson
November 13, 2011
Event: Opening Mass and Reception
Celebrant: Msgr. Joseph Calise
Time: 11am
Location: Church followed by Lower Hall
December 10 & 11, 2011
Events: MCTC's Carols for a Cause
Time: 8:00pm
Location: Church
December 18, 2011
Event: Anniversary Mass & Reception
Celebrant: Fr. Joseph Fonti
Time: 12:30pm
January 15, 2012
Celebrant: Msgr. David L. Cassato
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January 16, 2012
Event: Day Ski Trip
Contact: TBA
Time: TBA
Location: TBA
February 7 - 18, 2012
Event: Pilgrimage to Israel & Rome
Contact: Msgr. Calise
February 19, 2012
Celebrant: Fr. Michael Lynch
March 5-8, 2012
Event: Parish Lenten Mission by Montfort Fathers
Time: Information in the Bulletin
March 18, 2012
Celebrant: Fr. Vincent Chirichella
March 25, 2012
Event: Communion Breakfast
Honoree: Fr. Michael Zunno & Mr. Jimmy "Dell" Dellocono
Location: Gym
March 31, 2012
Event: MCTC: In Concert
Contact: Adam Mace -- Mount Carmel Theatre Company
Time: 8pm
Location: Lower Stage
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April 15, 2012
Celebrant: Fr. Robert Romano
April 28, 2012
Event: OLMC Neighborhood Reunion
Contact: Mr. Philip Caponegro
Time: 8pm-12am
Location: Gym & Lower Hall
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May 12, 2012
Event: Day Trip to Our Lady of the Isle
May 20, 2012
Celebrant: Fr. Michael Zunno
June 7-10, 2012
Event: Mount Carmel Theatre Company presents COMPANY
Time: 6/7 _ 7PM, 6/8 _ 8PM, 6/9 _ 8PM, 6/10 _ 2PM
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June 17, 2012
Celebrant: Fr. Dominick Cutrone
June 23, 2012
Event: Health/Wellness Day
July 5-16, 2012
Event: 125th Annual Feast of OLMC & St. Paulinus
August, 2012
Event: Trip to St. Anne de Beaupre in Canada
August 19, 2012
Celebrant: Fr. Joseph Zwosta
September 15, 2012
Event: Block Party
Location: North 8th & Havemeyer Streets
Septmeber 16, 2012
Celebrant: Fr. Peter Purpura
October 2, 2012
Event: Dine-around
October 13, 2012
Event: Day Trip to Maryknoll
October 21, 2012
Celebrant: Fr. Michael Carrano
November 9, 2012
Event: Dinner Dance
Time: 6pm-12:30am
Location: Russo's on the Bay
November 18, 2012
Event: Closing Anniversary Mass & Reception
Celebrant: TBA
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