OLG Youth Choir Shines on Stage
They’re usually singing from the choir loft, but this summer, the Our Lady of Grace Youth Choir, Howard Beach, left the loft and brought down the house with their production of “Singin’ in the Summer.” Performing for more than 300 family and friends, youth presented a free concert under the direction of Steven Eriquez, choir director. Musical selections included “Singin’ in the Rain,” “Splish Splash,” “What a Wonderful World,” “Happy,” “Let It Go” and “Yankee Doodle Dandy.”
The Youth Group will present an encore concert, open to the entire diocese, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. in the school hall. For tickets, call Steven Eriquez at 917-836-4985.
(Photo courtesy Steven Eriquez)
Now is the time to register for the 33rd annual Great Irish Fair of New York’s 5K Race/Run/Walk, Sept. 13, 11 a.m. The race starts and finishes at West 21st Street on the Riegelmann Boardwalk in front of the Old Children’s Building on Coney Island Beach. All runners have complimentary entry into the fair and complimentary food vouchers for that day. Prizes will be awarded to the top runners.
Registration is only $20 through Sept. 8, and $30 up to and including the race day. Discounts for youth. All registration fee proceeds go to the Futures in Education Scholarship Fund. Contact Tim McGuire, 212-464-7662 or TBM424@gmail.com.
She’s in the Army now! Connie Cuzco, a founding member of the Troopers of Faith youth ministry at St. Teresa of Avila, Woodside, has just left for basic training in the U.S. Army. A former catechist and hospitality coordinator at the parish, Cuzco will prepare to become a chaplain’s assistant. Hooah!
Tablet TALK Quote of the Week: “Everything God does is purposeful. And since God is in each of us, each of us has a purpose.” – Iyanla Vanzant, life coach
Richmond Hill resident Helen Aviles wants you to roll up your sleeves! Aviles, who has helped organize the blood drives at Holy Child Jesus Church, is planning another drive on Sept. 28 to meet the critical need for donations. The doors open at 8 a.m., and donations will be accepted through 1:45 p.m. For details, email Aviles at helenaviles@gmail.com.
Summer is almost over. You’ve probably tended to your children, garden and the many issues that crop up in everyday life. Have you had time to take care of your marriage? If not, set a weekend aside for a Worldwide Marriage Encounter. For information about upcoming weekends, visit wwme.org or call 1-877-NYS-WWME, option 2.
Michael Theisen and Father John Sureau will be the speakers at the “Called and Gifted” Youth Ministers Conference, Sept. 13 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish Center, Lindenhurst, L.I. To register, or for more details, contact Marianne Sheridan, 516-678-5800 or msheridan@drvc.org.
Immaculate Conception Church, Astoria, is celebrating its 90th anniversary. To honor its history of faith and service, there are some major events on the horizon, including a celebratory Mass with banners and a procession on Saturday, Oct. 4 at 5 p.m. The celebrant will be Auxiliary Bishop Paul Sanchez. For more details, call 718-728-1613.
St. Francis College Welcomes New Dean Of Students
St. Francis College, Brooklyn Heights, is pleased to welcome Dr. Jose Rodriguez as its new dean of students. An experienced administrator and educator, he is ready to forge new relationships and support St. Francis students when the school year begins.
Dr. Rodriguez comes to St. Francis College from Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, where he was vice president of Campus Life and Global Initiatives. He previously served as dean of students at St. John’s University.
(Photo courtesy St. Francis College)