Diocesan Bulletin Board

Welcome to the Diocesan Bulletin Board with news for parishes & bulletin editors.
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FEATURED NEWS & EVENTS

Second Collection Weekend for Catholic Elementary Schools | English, Spanish
Organizing Office: Department of Education
Date(s) of Event:

May 2-3, 2026

Description: See Flyers

 

A Marian Morning of Prayer and Reflection | Download
Organizing Office: Marianists
Date(s) of Event:

May 4, 2026

Description: Seminary of the Immaculate Conception
Please register by Friday, May 1

Welcome Remarks, Keynote Address, Adoration, Mass, Rosary, and Continental Breakfast

Bro. Joseph Bellizzi, S.M. ’78
Keynote Speaker

Open to Chaminade and Kellenberg parents, alumni parents, alumni, and friends. Walk-ins are welcome.

For more information contact:
Suzannah Breglio – sbreglio@gmail.com
Amy O’Keefe – okeefe74@gmail.com
Mary Nuzzolesse – marynuzz@aol.com
Marta Waters – miwaters88@gmail.com

 

Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat | Download
Organizing Office: Living Waters Therapeutic Catholic Counseling 
Date(s) of Event:

July 10-12

Description: Rachel’s Vineyard Weekend Retreats are a beautiful opportunity for any person who has struggled with the emotional and/or spiritual pain of an abortion.

God’s mercy awaits you. Come receive His healing.

Contact:
Donna Crean 631-258-5062
donna@livingwaterstherapy.org
www.rachelsvineyard.org

 

Portugal & Spain Young Adult Pilgrimage | Download
Organizing Office: Dominican Friars of the Province of St. Joseph
Date(s) of Event:

7/22-8/1

Description:

PORTUGAL & SPAIN
Young Adult Pilgrimage | Ages 21+ | July 22 to August 1, 2026
INCLUDES:
• Round-trip flights & airport coach transfers
• 9 nights’ accommodations
• 7 days of full long-distance coach transportation
• Private Masses & professional guided tours
• Daily breakfast & 1 welcome dinner
$3,475 per person in a twin room
DESTINATIONS
Lisbon, Santarem, Fatima, Braga,
Santiago de Compostela, Porto
With Father James Mary Ritch O.P.
and Historian, Dr. Paul Van Wie

 

Contemplative Symposium 2026
“Sts. Francis & Dominic: A Mysticism of the Word in the World.” | Download
Organizing Office: St. Joseph’s Seminary
Date(s) of Event:

7/24-26

Description:

at the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception 

For more information and sponsorship opportunities, contact 914-367-8201 or SJS.Events@dunwoodie.edu

 

Retrouvaille | Download
Organizing Office: Retrouvaille
Date(s) of Event:

4/24-4/26

Description: Because no marriage is beyond hope…
A marriage-saving program here in the
New York/Metropolitan Area.

· Is your marriage tearing you apart?
· Do you feel hurt and angry?
· Does talking make it worse?
· Thought of leaving or divorce?
· Is your marriage heading in the wrong direction?

Retrouvaille can help.

Our Next Weekend is April 24-26, 2026
at The Immaculate Conception Seminary, Huntington

To register or for more information:
1-516-405-0323
HelpOurMarriage.org

Retrouvaille is a practical program for married couples facing difficult challenges
It is not a marriage retreat, or counseling. You will not be asked to share the personal details of your story.

Retrouvaille is different; it’s a way to improve your communication, help you reconnect, and build a healthy, happier, stronger marriage.

Catholic in origin, couples of all faiths, or no faith background, are welcome to attend. We are a Christian Peer Ministry offering tens of thousands of marriages hope in over 160 communities world-wide.

 

Lourdes and Fatima DRVC Pilgrimage | Download
Organizing Office: DOE
Date(s) of Event:

7/21-7/31

Description:

Lourdes & Fatima Pilgrimage
Diocese of Rockville Centre — Department of Education

Dates: July 21–31, 2026
Price: $3,399 per person

Includes:

  • Round-trip airfare (TAP Air Portugal)

  • 11 days visiting Lourdes, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, San Sebastián, Loyola, Lisbon, and Fátima

  • Hotels, transportation, and most meals

  • Spiritual program led by Fr. Sean Magaldi

Info: Emily Guarnieri — eguarnieri@drvc.org
Book: afarandawaytravel.com

 

Come Down From The Tree:
An Encounter That Changes Everything| Download
Organizing Office: St. Mark’s RC Church
Date(s) of Event:

4/25/26

Description:

Where
St. Mark’s RC Church
105 Randall Road
Shoreham, NY 11786

When
Saturday, April 25, 2026
9:30 AM Mass – 3:00 PM

Retreat begins with Mass at 9:30 AM. 

Lunch • Music • Table Discussions • Mission-based

  • A talk about Sobornost For The World Foundation
  • Prayer imagery and encounter. Key Scripture: Luke 19:1–10 — Jesus Meets Zacchaeus
  • An anointing for healing by Fr. Felix from Montfort Missionary Priest of the Shrine of Our Lady of the Island in Manorville, NY

Suggested donation: $35.00 per person

To register:
Email: BT1126@aol.com
Call Roberta: 631-833-1239

 

Liturgical Minister Training — Spring 2026 | Download
Organizing Office: DRVC
Date(s) of Event:

See Below 

Description:

The Diocese of Rockville Center will offer training for those who wish to serve as Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and Lectors. No walk-ins are permitted. All participants must be registered at least five days in advance of their session, with a letter from their pastor.

Lector Workshop and Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion — Part A

  • Tuesday, April 21 — St. Elizabeth/Melville — Msgr. Kane Hall; 7 pm – 10 pm
  • Monday, April 27 — St. Agnes Cathedral Parish Hall/RVC — Msgr. Kelly Parish Center; 7 pm – 10 pm

Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion — Part A

  • Saturday, May 30 — Immaculate Conception/Westhampton Beach — Parish Center; 9:00 am – 12 noon

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion — Part B
Presented in conjunction with Catholic Health

  • These sessions will run from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm.
  • Monday, May 4 — St. Agnes Cathedral Parish Hall / RVC — Msgr. Kelly Parish Center
  • Tuesday, May 26 — St. Elizabeth/Melville — Msgr. Kane Hall

For questions, call Suzanne Lynn at 516-744-6850.

 

An Evening with Sarah Hart | Download
Organizing Office: Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church 
Date(s) of Event:

5/16

Description: Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM

Celebrating 70 years as a parish with music, storytelling, and fellowship.

Tickets are $30. Tickets include concert & reception. Tickets can be purchased online at www.ollchurch.org or at the Parish Office.

Location: Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church 455 Hunter Ave, West Islip NY

Details: www.ollchurch.org

 

Knights of Columbus Ad | Download
Organizing Office: Knights of Columbus
Date(s) of Event:

N/A

Description:

Consider joining the Knights of Columbus. Calling all Catholic men, 18 and older. Kofc.org

 

 

Nunc Coepi (Now I Begin) Young Adult Retreat | Download
Organizing Office: Long Island Catholic Young Adults
Date(s) of Event: 6/6-6/7
Description:

AGES 21–35
Deepen Your Faith | Surrender Yourself to Christ

2-day Catholic
Young Adult Retreat

INSPIRING TALKS | SMALL GROUP DISCUSSIONS | MASS | ADORATION | CONFESSION | ROSARY | FELLOWSHIP

SCAN THE QR FOR PRICING &
ADDITIONAL DETAILS

SEMINARY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION • HUNTINGTON, NY

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: NCIARAVINOI@GMAIL.COM

Catholic School Enrollment Ad
Organizing Office: Department of Education
Date(s) of Event: N/A
Description:

See Flyer:
English Ad
Spanish Ad

Federal Scholarship Tax Credit (FSTC) | Download
Organizing Office: NYS Catholic Conference
Date(s) of Event: N/A
Description: Starting in 2027, the new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit will let taxpayers redirect up to $1,700 of their federal income taxes to nonprofit scholarship organizations that provide tuition assistance for students in Catholic schools.

For example, a taxpayer owing $10,000 could direct $1,700 to scholarships instead of sending it to the federal government—directly helping families afford a Catholic education, and even additional services at public schools.

But New York families will miss out unless the governor opts in. Governor Hochul’s participation would bring new scholarship dollars to Catholic schools, easing financial pressure on families and expanding access to faith-based education.

Tell Governor Hochul to opt in and support Catholic school families.

https://www.nyscatholic.org/action-center

Golden Anniversary Masses | Download
Organizing Office: Evangelization & Catechesis
Dates of Event: Sunday, April 26, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
The Cathedral of St. Agnes, Rockville Centre
Celebrant: Most Reverend Andrzej Zglejszewski
Description: GOLDEN WEDDING
ANNIVERSARY MASSES
Honoring Couples Married Fifty Years
Nightwatch | Download
Office/Organization: Office of Vocations
Dates of Event: 5/15
Description: Save the dates! Join us for Nightwatch, our new monthly evenings of adoration with guest speakers, confessions, and fellowship. Each night will be begin at 7:30pm at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church in Point Lookout!