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OWA
Served by:
Rev. John J. Higgins,
    Pastor
Rev. Vernon P. Wickrematunge,
    Parochial Vicar

Rev. Louis Anderson,
    Parochial Vicar
Rev. Msgr. Francis J. Ansbro,     Pastor Emeritus


Mass Schedule:
Saturday Masses:
5:00 p.m. (Saturday Evening)
7:00 p.m (Mass in Spanish)
Sunday Masses
8:00, 10:00 a.m. and 12 Noon
7:00 p.m. (Mass is Spanish)


Rectory:
131 Union Ave.
Peekskill, NY 10566-3445
Tel: 914-737-2071
Fax: 914-737-1633

School:
920 First Street
Peekskill, NY 10566-3445

Tel: 914-737-0680
Fax: 914-737-1322
Pre K thru 8th grade
Mr. James Lyons, Principal

Religious Education (C.C.D.)
Catherine Bischoff, CRE
Tel: 914-737-2231
Fax: 914-737-1277
Office Hours:
Weekdays:
Grades 1 thru 5
        4:00p.m–5:15p.m.
Grades 6 thru 8
        7:00p.m-8:15p.m.

Spanish Apostolate:
Hispanic Ministry:
Carlos Campoverde
Tel: 914-737-2071

Holy Day Masses:
5:30 p.m. (Eve of Holy Day)
6:45a.m., 10:00 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.

Weekday Masses:
7:00a.m. & 9:00 a.m. (Mon – Fri)
9:00 a.m. (Saturday)

Sacrament of Penance:
Saturdays and Eves of Holy Days, The Thursday before First Fridays: 4:00p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Any time at the Rectory upon request.

Sacrament of Baptism:
Sundays–1:15p.m. by appointment.
Instructional class for Parents and Godparents on the second or fourth Friday of the month at 7:20 p.m. in the Rectory by appointment only.

Sacrament of Matrimony:
Engaged couples should contact the Rectory at least six months in advance in order to arrange for their participation in the marriage preparation program

Devotions:
Miraculous Medal Novena – Monday following Mass
Sacred Heart
FirstFriday–7p.m.
First Saturday– 8:15 a.m.

 

 

WELCOME

A message from our Pastor:

Assumption Church, located in the heart of Peekskill, has been serving God's people since 1859. As a Catholic community united by faith in Jesus Christ, We are called to proclaim the kingdom of God. Nourished by the Holy Eucharist and the Gospel, our parish strives to reflect Christ’s light to the world through worship, education and service.
 

Current Events:

Assumption Parish 150th Anniversary Festival

Food - Crafts - Games - Rides - Music - Entertainment - Money Wheel - 50/50 - Face Paining and more!
A great event! Don't miss it! Join us in celebrating 150 years of Assumption Church.

 



Fore!!!

Save the Date:  Assumption Church will hold its second annual Golf Tournament on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at The Garrison.   We hope to see many parishioners on the links.  Proceeds to benefit Assumption School. Foursomes and Single players welcome. Sponsorships available. For further information, please contact Jim Fleitz at (914) 734-7873 or Audrey Warn at (914) 737-0680 ext. 201.

 

ASSUMPTION PARISH PILGRIMAGE TO
ROME, ITALY!

Enjoy a spiritual experience of a lifetime. Assumption Church is sponsoring a trip to Rome, Italy from June 27 to July 5, 2009. Join Father John Higgins in celebrating 150 years of Assumption Parish by going to see Pope Benedict XVI, Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Catacombs and much more. There will also be an excursion to Assisi to visit the town made famous by Saint Francis. For more information, call Syversen Tours at 1- 800-334-5425 or click on this link: http://www.syversentouring.com/Assumption%20Parish%20Pilgrimage.pdf

Help our School through The Guardian Fund

Have a direct impact on the educational lives of our students  by contributing to The Guardian Fund.  A gift in any amount allows you to truly become a guardian to these children.  For further information or to make a donation, please contact Audrey Warn, Director of Advancement at 914.737.0680 x 201.

 


Church of the Assumption
131 Union Avenue
Peekskill, NY 10566
(P) 914-737-2071
(F) 914-737-1633