Holy Name of Mary

Members Attending:
Rev. Michael Keane, Rev. Nelson Couto, Debi Braddick, Andy Mulhall Jr., Louise
Bartoli, Frank Burrows, Cheryl Comitto, Tom Condon, Digna Coronel, Richard
Corvinus, Tom Faranda, Jeanne-Marie Gagnon, Mike Lavery, Deacon Al Mazza, Regina
O’Leary, Rosemarie Raffa, Judy Sullivan, Karen Thornton

Members Absent:
Jacqueline Anfiteatro, Tope Onasany-Aboyadé-Cole, Adam Rodriguez, Dave Tuttle

Supporting Parishioners:
Helen Mazza, Natalie Burrows, Chris Furnari

Call to Order & Opening Prayer
Debi Braddick, Parish Council President, called the meeting to order at 7:35 PM.
Fr. Mike then led the Council in the opening prayer.
After welcoming everyone, Debi briefly reviewed the seating for Parish Council
Meetings. Council Members only are seated at the tables. There is a separate designated
seating area for all non-council members (presenters, parishioners and guests). Reason
being that they are here as observers and should not be involved in any Council
discussions. There is a Parishioner Participation portion of the agenda when these
parishioners may voice their comments, concerns or questions.

Approval of Minutes
On a motion by Rosemarie Raffa, seconded by Tom Condon, the Minutes of the June 28,
2010 meeting were approved.

Correspondence
Fr. Mike read a letter he received from Don & Dagmar Simons who could not attend
tonight’s meeting. They expressed concern that the passed weekend’s homilies were
related to financial expenses of the parish rather than that of a spiritual nature. Fr. Mike
responded by referring to last weekend’s scriptures which referred to stewardship (giving
of one’s time and talent as well as monetary tithing).

Fr. Mike read a positive email he received regarding stewardship talks from Donna Leone
who spoke at the 9:15 am mass at the chapel.

Parish Administrative Update

Cheryl’s September Parish Administration Report was briefly reviewed. (copy attached)

The upcoming October & November Parish events were noted.

The defibrillator installed in the Sacristy is pending a roll out plan for informing the
parishioners that it exists. A list of individuals for training needs to be compiled. Two
training sessions will be scheduled: one to be held for PC Council members at 7:00 pm
on October 25, 2010 prior to the PC Meeting and another to be held on a Sunday after the
10:45 (to be determined). This subject will be tabled for further discussion at the October
PC meeting.

Spiritual Development
- Tom Condon reported that this committee now has 19 members.
- Tom reminded everyone of the October 23rd Mini Retreat – what does God want
from us. There will be various talks which have been developed just for HNM. The
purpose of these mini retreats is to help rebuild the parish community both socially
and spiritually. All are encouraged to attend and asked to bring one person with you.
Sign up sheets will be handed out at all the masses this weekend and again on 10/16
& 10/17.

Religious Education
- Regina O’Leary confirmed the Wednesday, November 3rd date is when the 9th grade
confirmation class will be confirmed. This year it is on a Wednesday at 5:30 pm.
- October 20th the 8th Graders will go on a trip to the Shrine of the American Martyrs.
- Parent meetings continue for the 450 children enrolled in CCD.

Liturgy
- Rosemarie Raffa informed Council that Baptisms will take place on the second
Sunday of the month at the 10:45 AM Mass or held after 12:30 pm.
- Dave Andros is now the Coordinator of the Music Ministry.
- On November 13th Music Ministry Coffeehouse will hold a fundraiser.
- Fr. Loyola’s farewell mass and reception will be finalized when he visits next week
and will be announced once the date has been confirmed.

Hispanic Ministry
- Digna Cornel informed on the completion of the Grotto. There will be a 12:30 PM
Mass followed by a procession and dedication ceremony on Sunday, October 10th.
- This ministry gathers every Monday night at 8:00 AM to recite the Rosary. All are

Respect Life
Tom Faranda gave an update on events (2 copies attached):
- Loaves & Fish is going well.
- Midnight run is having a bake sale this weekend. Upcoming run schedule: October
22nd, November 19th and December 25th.
- This year the Anointing Mass will be held on Saturday, October 9th at the 5:00 PM
Mass. Luncheon will be at 3:00 PM prior to the Mass.
- Annual collection (October 9th – 10th) will be divided between EMC Frontline
Pregnancy Centers and to the Salesians to lend aid to Haiti and the flood stricken
people of Pakistan.
- Bake sale fundraiser to be held on the weekend before Thanksgiving. This will be
used for the buses in January to March For Life.

Montessori School Report
- Jeanne-Marie Gagnon reported that they currently have 29 enrollments.
- Saturday, October 16th between 1-4 PM a fundraiser will be held at Vassallo
Park. There will be hot dogs, music, and children’s games. This is for the entire
community not only HNM parishioners.

Stewardship Committee
Fr. Mike informed that this weekend concludes the final phase of the six-week
stewardship program. Judy Sullivan gave brief update on last weekend’s talks and the
next phase coming up (commitment weekend).

Knights of Columbus
Chris Furnari informed that there will be a recruitment membership drive this fall.

God Squad
In Dave Tuttle’s absence, Rosemarie Raffa gave an update on this ministry.
- HNM’s God Squad is being honored by CHOP at the Colonial Terrace on October
14th. This is a fundraiser – cost $75 per person.
- God Squad meetings have been extended to 1½ hours on Sunday evenings.

Old Business / Updates / Discussions

Parish Council By Laws
Motion was made by Debi Braddick to change the By Laws on page 6 Article VI:
Meetings from “third Monday of the month” to read “fourth Monday of the month”.
Motion was unanimously approved.

Other Business
- November PC Meeting date (November 15, 2010) has been changed to November 29,
2010.
The December PC Meeting will be a Social following a short business meeting.
New meeting schedule will be sent to all PC Members.
- The Community Coalition of Croton thanked HNM for allowing them to use HNM’s
space. They will be meeting with the community on October 18th and Fr. Mike and
Debi Braddick represent HNM on the council. Fr. Mike read the mission statement to
the council.
- RCIA has six people enrolled this year. This ministry is seeking volunteers to assist
with this program. Currently they meet on Monday and Wednesday at HNM.

Parish Participation
Marie Considine presented information on the upcoming Small Business Expo to be held
on Friday, November 5, 2010 from 5:00–10:00 PM and on Saturday, November 6, 2010
from
9:00 AM-1:00 PM at Holy Name of Mary Church. Exhibits will feature home-based
businesses as well as storefronts, vendors, raffles, auction items, table prizes, food and
fun! The cost to exhibit your business is $40 per table and will cover both sessions.
(copy attached)

Marie was thanked for the good job she did with this year’s HNM Picnic.

Move to Adjourn & Closing Prayer
Meeting adjourned at 8:45 PM with the recitation of the Parish Council Prayer.

Next Meeting Date: Monday, October 25, 2010 - 7:30 PM Business
Meeting
7:00 PM Defibrillator Instructions.

Respectfully Submitted,
Louise Bartoli
Parish Council Secretary