IMMACULATE
CONCEPTION
PARISH
60th ANNUAL PARISH BAZAAR 2025
FRIDAY, JULY 11
SATURDAY, JULY 12
5pm to 9pm
Our annual Bazaar is approaching fast!!!!! Last year it was, again, a huge success for our parish and the Kingston community.
We hope that you will commit some time to help us out on one or both days in any way you are able. Please do not wait to be asked!!!! Step forward and volunteer now. You can call Fran Gretzinger at 845.594.2530.
BAZAAR DONATIONS NEEDED
The following donations are needed for the Bazaar:
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Wine & Wine Coolers for the Wine Booth
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Plants for the Plant/Wine Booth
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Breads, Jellies, Pickles, Relish, Crocheted & knitted items for the Craft Booth
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Cakes & baked goods for the Dessert Room
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Any $$ towards the cost of food
Thank you for your support and generosity!!!!
BAZAAR RAFFLE TICKETS
Our raffle tickets are available and can be picked up after each Mass. If you need additional tickets, please contact Karen Wereszynski or Lynn Dunham. Thank you!
BAZAAR SET-UP
Volunteers are needed on Tuesday, July 8th at 5 PM to begin setting up for the bazaar.
Message from the Chairman
VACATION SCHEDULES
Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers and Altar Servers, please submit vacation schedules to Lynn Dunham at least three weeks prior to the dates requested. You may either call Lynn at
914-388-2643 or email: immaculate.conception.kingston@gmail.com
MONTH OF JUNE
The month of June is dedicated to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus.
50 years of marriage
Our parish congratulates Jim and Linda Henry who were honored for 50 years of marriage at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on June 1st. Jim and Linda were married in our church and have been lifelong active members of our parish.
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PARISH AWARD
The parish congratulates Elissa Engracia who was chosen to receive the Immaculate Conception Parish Graduation Award. Melissa, an honor student at Kingston High School, and a member of the National Honor Society, has been a devoted member of the parish for many years. She has been a faithful altar server throughout her elementary and high school years. She has also served at special events such as Holy Week services and the celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation. Recently she was the “Queen” that crowned our Blessed Mother in our annual May Crowning ceremony and thereby helped to carry on a beautiful parish tradition. She has also assisted at parish functions such as the Rosary Society Penny Socials and the Annual Bazaar. We thank Melissa for her dedication and look forward to witnessing her growth as a young adult member of our parish.
PASTORAL VISITATION
Please call the rectory at (845) 331-0846 if you wish to have a pastoral visitation
FATHER’S DAY ENVELOPES
During the month of June, we remember all our fathers, living & deceased during each mass, especially those whose names we have placed on the Father’s Day envelopes.
SUPPORT GROUP
Do you have a strained or non-existent relationship with your adult child?
We are looking to start a support group for parents of Estranged Adult Children at
St. Catherine Labouré/St. Colman. To sign up or have questions, call Lisa at 845-464-5018.
LOVING HANDS YARN GROUP
June 25th
Knitters & crocheters are welcome to the Loving Hands Yarn Group of St. Catherine Laboure/St. Colman, May 28, June 11 & 25. Hooks & yarn available. Contact Lorrie for more information at lorewil@outlook.com
OUR LADY ROSARY MAKERS
Our Lady’s Rosary Makers are meeting every Friday in the Immaculate Conception School from 8:45 to 9:45 AM. All are welcome to join us to learn or in making cord rosaries. All supplies are provided.
Call Lorraine at 845-220-7806 for info.
MINISTERS NEEDED!
Would you like to become a Lector, Extraordinary Minister or Altar Server? Please contact Fr. Mirek to volunteer for these very important ministries in our church.
FR. YAYA’S 45TH ANNIVERSARY OF ORDINATION
August 22nd
Save the date to celebrate Fr. Yaya’s 45th Anniversary of Ordination, Friday, August 22nd from 6-10 PM at The Chateau in Kingston, Cost is $100 pp which includes a monetary gift for Fr. Yaya. Payment includes valet parking cocktail hour, dinner & DJ – Cash Bar. Payment is due at time of reservation. For reservations call 845-514-2791. Limited seating – tickets will go fast!
PILGRIMAGE TO KRAKOW & PRAGUE -JUBILEE YEAR
Fr. Michael McLoughlin, Pastor of St. Columba in Hopewell Junction is leading a pilgrimage that includes places associated with St. John Paul II, St. Faustina and Maximilian Kolbe as well as a visit to Prague. The dates are August 8-17, 2025 and is hosted by Peter’s Way Tours. For more info. call Fr. Michael at 845-227 8380 or Peter’s Way Tours at 800-225-7662.
FORMED.ORG – THE CATHOLIC FAITH ON DEMAND
We encourage all families to take advantage of this great and free resource!
Go to our website to register or:
1) Go to www.formed.org/signup
2) Select parish by entering name, city or zip code Select: Immaculate Conception – press ‘Next”
3) Register as a parishioner with name and email
4) Check your email account for a link to begin using FORMED.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES
Do you know that Catholic Charities can assist with the following services – job loss, bereavement, marital issues, parenting challenges, immigration legal services, social safety net services? They also have a Food Pantry as well as a Kid’s Pantry. They are located at 6 Adams St., Kingston,
845-340-9170 or visit their website at www.cccsos.org
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR CHURCH MINISTRIES
Volunteers are needed for the following ministries -– Lectors, Extraordinary Ministers and Altar Servers (which can include adults), Choir and Rosary Society. Volunteers are crucial to the success of our parish. Please contact Fr. Mirek if you would like to participate.
BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS
Bulletin submissions must be submitted by mail or email by 5 PM on Mondays to be included in that week’s bulletin. Thank you.
immaculate.conception.kingston@gmail.com
SACRAMENTAL CANDLES
There are dates available for our Sacramental candles. Cost is $10.00 per candle per week. You can submit requested date(s), and place in the offertory basket with the candle intention and your contact information.
Are you interested in joining the Catholic Church? Then RCIA (Rite of Catholic Initiation for Adults) is for you!!! The RCIA process introduces you to the fundamental beliefs and practices of the Roman Catholic Church. It helps you explore what it means to be a Christian. It prepares you to enter fully into our community of faith through the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. Becoming Catholic is more than just learning scripture and rituals – it is discovering how to be a disciple of the Lord. We welcome all those who are new to the faith, the unbaptized or baptized, baptized Catholics who desire to receive the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist, or Confirmation and, those who are simply just searching for God. Please contact Fr. Mirek prior to Feb. 11 to begin your spiritual journey!
FORMED.ORG – THE CATHOLIC FAITH ON DEMAND
We encourage all families to take advantage of this great and free resource!
Go to our website to register or:
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Go to formed.org/signup
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Select parish by entering name, city or zip code Select: Immaculate Conception – press ‘Next”
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Register as a parishioner with name and email
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Check your email account for a link to begin using FORMED
EUCHARISTIC MIRACLES OF THE WORLD
INTERNATIONAL VATICAN EXHIBITION
Panels depicting the Eucharistic Miracles of the world have been placed in the church. The International Vatican Exhibit is an extensive assortment of photographs and historical descriptions of some of the Eucharistic Miracles that took place throughout the ages in various countries of the world which have been recognized by the Church. The full exhibit is available on our website. Our church will be open (handicapped entrance only) on Wednesday’s, Friday’s & Saturday’s after 8 AM mass and Sundays until 7 PM to spend time visiting and viewing these fascinating events. The full exhibit is available at Eucharistic Miracles or on our website the Eucharistic Miracles of Poland.
DIVINE MERCY CHAPEL
The Divine Mercy Perpetual Adoration Chapel of Ulster County is open and welcoming new adorers to help worship, accompany and adore Jesus. Please commit to a weekly hour and become a registered adorer to receive a key fob.
You may obtain more information by visiting immaculateconceptionkingston.com and clicking on the Adoration Chapel link; emailing dmac.iccny@gmail.com; or by calling Fr. Mirek at 845-331-0846
ALTAR SERVERS
Any adult or child (3rd grade and up from our parish) who would like to learn and serve in this important ministry, classes will begin shortly. For more information call Lynn Dunham at 914-388-2643.
BUILDING THE KINGDOM
An illustrated History of the Archdiocese of New York
This is a graphic-novel style history that will allow people of every age to discover the rich history of the Archdiocese of New York and to grow in faith. If you would like to order a copy, order forms are in the back of the church. You may then place your order in the offertory basket
THURSDAY EVENING NOVENA TO
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP
Please join us every Thursday evening
for Mass at 7 PM followed by Novena to
Our Lady of Perpetual Help.
BULLETIN delivered to your email via FLOCKNOTE
Would you like the bulletin delivered directly to your email? Go to Flocknote.com; click on the box “My church is already using Flocknote”; scroll down until you see Immaculate Conception and then register.
MINISTRIES NEEDED
Would you like to become a Lector or Extraordinary Minister?
Please contact Fr. Mirek (845-331-0846)
to volunteer for these very important ministries in our church.
MASS INTENTIONS
Did you know that the greatest gift we can give is the gift of a Mass? Infinite graces are lavished upon the person or persons for whom the Mass is offered. A mass can be offered not only for the deceased but also for the living. Please contact the rectory if you wish to schedule a Mass.
THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS
RCIA
Are you interested in becoming a Catholic? Already Baptized, but never received Communion or Confirmation? RCIA is the process the Church uses to bring adults into the Catholic Faith.
To find out more call the parish office at 845-331-0846 to speak to Fr. Mirek
The Divine Mercy Perpetual Adoration Chapel of Ulster County is open and welcoming new adorers to help worship, accompany and adore Jesus.
Please commit to a weekly hour and become a registered adorer to receive a key fob. You may obtain more information by visiting our
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website at Perpetual Adoration | ImmaculateConception ;
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emailing dmac.iccny@gmail.com;
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or by calling Fr. Mirek at 845-331-0846. Thank you and God Bless!
