IMMACULATE
CONCEPTION
PARISH
October is the month dedicated to the Holy Rosary
​Please pray the Rosary at home.
The Rosary is recited before daily mass at 7:40 AM in the church.
ALL SAINTS DAY -CEREMONY OF REMEMBRANCE​​​​
On Saturday, Nov. 1 and Sunday, Nov. 2 at all Masses, we remember all those who have died or have been buried in our Mt. Calvary cemetery since November 2024.
We remember the following in our prayers:
Robert W. Amundson
Dennis Beaver
Linda A. Cahill
Joseph Andrew Cherny Jr.
Louise A. Clark
Jane F. Dempsey
Barbara Fairley
Edward & Elizabeth Gill
Kathleen Houghtaling
Andrew Lea Kovacs
Irene Mullowney
Rose Ann Noble
Mary J. Pliego
Donald Price
Kaelyn Alexandra Rausch
Johan Reck
Bruce Riker
Gerald “Gerry” Schatzel
JoAnn Solian
Albert R. “Butch” Sorbello
Suzanne Szymanski
Gregory VanDine
Phyllis M. Weishaupt
Gerard R. Williams
DEVOTION
FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTION TO OUR LADY OF FATIMA
First Saturday, November 1st, in our church, devotion begins with Rosary at 7:30 AM, Holy Mass at 8 AM, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Prayer to Our Lady of Fatima, Quiet meditation for 15 minutes, Litany of the Blessed Mother and Benediction.
FIRST FRIDAY - SACRED HEART DEVOTION
First Friday, November 7th from 7:30-8:30 AM at Immaculate Conception church. This includes the Rosary, Holy Mass at 8 AM followed by Exposition and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Confessions available from 7-7:30 AM. This devotion was revealed by Jesus 350 years ago.
RESPECT LIFE MONTH
Each October the Church in the United States celebrates Respect Life Month, and the first Sunday of October is observed as Respect Life Sunday. As Catholics, we are called to cherish, defend, and protect those who are most vulnerable, from the beginning of life to its end, and at every point in between. During the month of October, the Church asks us to reflect more deeply the dignity of every human life.
PENNY SOCIAL
Sunday, November 9th
SAVE THE DATE
Donations of new items, non-perishable foods and baked goods are needed.
Any questions, contact Mary Ann Cwill at 845-331-6457
OUR LADY'S 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. Since January we have made 3,500 rosaries, which have been donated to hospitals and overseas missions. All supplies are provided. Call Lorraine at 845-220-7806 for info.
STITCHES – PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
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Do you knit? Crochet? Sew? Come and join us as we wrap someone who is sick or going through a time of difficulty and stress in prayer. Since our group came together last year, we have delivered about 75 shawls/lap blankets to those in need. The work of our hands is blessed by a priest at Mass and given to offer comfort and the knowledge that they are not alone physically as well as spiritually. You can work from your own home if you prefer.
Do you have yarn that you no longer can use? We would be happy to pick it up or you can drop it off at St. Joseph's Rectory, 242 Wall Street, Kingston. If interested, please call Dorothy McHugh at (845)338-2315 or text (845)242-0114.
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHOIR
The choir is looking for new members for the upcoming liturgical year. Rehearsals are Tuesday evenings from 6:30-7:45 PM usually twice a month. The choir sings for the 10:30 AM Mass on Sundays as well as for Midnight Mass and the Easter Vigil. The next rehearsal is Tuesday, Oct. 7th. Please join us!
ANNUAL FALL BABY BOTTLE CAMPAIGN
Your spare change can help the lives of mothers and their unborn children. Please take a bottle, available at the entrances to the church, and fill with your spare change. This is to help support the Pregnancy Support Center.
Thank you for your generosity.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
COATS FOR FOLKS
Beginning today through Nov. 23rd, the annual Coats for Folks clothing drive will take place. New or like-new coats in clean condition are being accepted. There is a need, especially for children’s coats.
A box has been placed in the vestibule of the church for the collection. Thank you for your generosity for this corporal work of mercy.
Any questions, you may call John Weber at (845) 416-3397.
LET US KNOW YOUR CHANGES
If you have recently moved or changed your phone number, please let the parish office know. We need to keep the information in our parish census as up-to-date as possible so that we can assure you receive the information we send out to you. Thank you
You may email: immaculate.conception.kingston@gmail.com
PASTORAL VISITATION
Please call the rectory at (845) 331-0846 if you wish to have a pastoral visitation
SMOKE ALARMS SAVE LIVES!!!!!
Working smoke alarms can cut the risk of death from home fires in half. That is why the American Red Cross is installing FREE smoke alarms in your community. Request a smoke alarms installation today! Contact Eastern New York Preparedness Team at (518) 694-5121 or preparedness.eny@redcross.org
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.
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
NICHES AT MT CALVARY CEMETERY
Niches For Cremation Remains are Available
Contact Fr. Miroslaw (Mirek) Pawlaczyk at 845-331-9846 or email: Immaculate.Conception.Kingston@gmail.com
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
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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.
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.
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.
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 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!
