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  • Christmas at the Old Notre Dame Church - 1941

    Christmas at the Old Notre Dame Church - 1941

  • The most recent ground-breaking ceremony, The Feast of the Holy Rosary, October 7, 1957, with Father Pfundstein removing a sod to signalize the start of work on the current building project. Fathers McGlynn, Mistretta and Dlag assist and children in the background are interested spectators

    The most recent ground-breaking ceremony, The Feast of the Holy Rosary, October 7, 1957, with Father Pfundstein removing a sod to signalize the start of work on the current building project. Fathers McGlynn, Mistretta and Dlag assist and children in the background are interested spectators

  • An early ground breaking: Father Morrow, founder and first pastor, digs in to start work on one of the early parish buildings as Father John E. Dierks, former assistant pastor, at the left looks on. - 1957

    An early ground breaking: Father Morrow, founder and first pastor, digs in to start work on one of the early parish buildings as Father John E. Dierks, former assistant pastor, at the left looks on. - 1957

  • Sister Herbert Marie, OP: First Principal of Notre Dame School and Superior of Notre Dame Convent

    Sister Herbert Marie, OP: First Principal of Notre Dame School and Superior of Notre Dame Convent

  • Notre Dame School, as it looked from New Hyde Park Road, before the addition consisting of Auditorium and classrooms was constructed. The classrooms added at the north and south ends further change the appearance of the structure. This picture will help Parishioners to remember it "when"

    Notre Dame School, as it looked from New Hyde Park Road, before the addition consisting of Auditorium and classrooms was constructed. The classrooms added at the north and south ends further change the appearance of the structure. This picture will help Parishioners to remember it "when"

  • "Dig those children!" - Easter Sunday, April 9, 1950 and the smiling youngster in foreground is anxious to join the others waiting to do their bit by taking part in the symbolic ground-breaking for Notre Dame School. The children were invited to bring their shovels and they put the project off to a fast start!"

    "Dig those children!" - Easter Sunday, April 9, 1950 and the smiling youngster in foreground is anxious to join the others waiting to do their bit by taking part in the symbolic ground-breaking for Notre Dame School. The children were invited to bring their shovels and they put the project off to a fast start!"

  • "The temporary Church of Notre Dame, completed in 1941, saw service for more than 18 years pending fulfillment of the dream now being realized with the dedication of our new Church." - 1941

    "The temporary Church of Notre Dame, completed in 1941, saw service for more than 18 years pending fulfillment of the dream now being realized with the dedication of our new Church." - 1941

  • "May 26, 1958 - the first steel-work for the New Church is in place and, at bottom of picture, the first brickwork is visible."

    "May 26, 1958 - the first steel-work for the New Church is in place and, at bottom of picture, the first brickwork is visible."

  • "The sunlight filters through the open framework of the partially completed Church of Notre Dame in November of last year and our providential photographer, Bill Heimbuch, records what could be a scene of a prize winning stature." - 1957-59

    "The sunlight filters through the open framework of the partially completed Church of Notre Dame in November of last year and our providential photographer, Bill Heimbuch, records what could be a scene of a prize winning stature." - 1957-59

  • "Father Pfundstein paying the traditional homage to Bishop Kellenberg at an episcopal reception."

    "Father Pfundstein paying the traditional homage to Bishop Kellenberg at an episcopal reception."

  • "The five popular men who occupy 1 Aberdeen Rd, the former rectory and now Notre Dame Friary, home of the Franciscan Brothers of Brooklyn who have complemented the Dominican Sisters as teaching staff of Notre Dame School. In the rear row, left to right, are: Brother Cassian, O.S.F., Brother Majella, O.S.F., Brother Canisius, O.S.F., Brother Francis, O.S.F., Principal of the Boys' Division and Brother Savio, O.S.F., are seated." - 1959

    "The five popular men who occupy 1 Aberdeen Rd, the former rectory and now Notre Dame Friary, home of the Franciscan Brothers of Brooklyn who have complemented the Dominican Sisters as teaching staff of Notre Dame School. In the rear row, left to right, are: Brother Cassian, O.S.F., Brother Majella, O.S.F., Brother Canisius, O.S.F., Brother Francis, O.S.F., Principal of the Boys' Division and Brother Savio, O.S.F., are seated." - 1959

  • "A view of the entrance to our Parish Auditorium, taken several months ago, nevertheless gives a clear idea of what a fine addition this will be to Notre Dame Parish when it is completed. No longer will it be necessary to engage outside facilities for parish social and entertainment affairs." - 1959

    "A view of the entrance to our Parish Auditorium, taken several months ago, nevertheless gives a clear idea of what a fine addition this will be to Notre Dame Parish when it is completed. No longer will it be necessary to engage outside facilities for parish social and entertainment affairs." - 1959

  • 1959 - "Our Convent Residents: The members of this characteristically smiling group are the Sisters of St. Dominic, photographed in the Notre Dame Chapel. Seated, left to right: Sr. Grace Kenneth, OP; Sr. Josefita Goretti, OP; Sr. Miriam Esther, OP; Sr. Mary Eugenie, OP; Principal & Superior Sr. Michael Bernadette, OP; Sr. Cyril Marie, OP; and Sr. Philip Neri, OP. Standing in the same order: Sr. Colleen Therese, OP; Sr. Louise Augustine, OP; Sr. Ruth Charles, OP; Sr. Anthony Therese, OP; Sr. Francis Damien, OP; Sr. Maria Reparatrix, OP; Sr. Mary Sheila, OP; Sr. Mary Elena, OP; and Sr. Therese Corde, OP."

    1959 - "Our Convent Residents: The members of this characteristically smiling group are the Sisters of St. Dominic, photographed in the Notre Dame Chapel. Seated, left to right: Sr. Grace Kenneth, OP; Sr. Josefita Goretti, OP; Sr. Miriam Esther, OP; Sr. Mary Eugenie, OP; Principal & Superior Sr. Michael Bernadette, OP; Sr. Cyril Marie, OP; and Sr. Philip Neri, OP. Standing in the same order: Sr. Colleen Therese, OP; Sr. Louise Augustine, OP; Sr. Ruth Charles, OP; Sr. Anthony Therese, OP; Sr. Francis Damien, OP; Sr. Maria Reparatrix, OP; Sr. Mary Sheila, OP; Sr. Mary Elena, OP; and Sr. Therese Corde, OP."

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  • "August, 1945, with the then-Monsignor Fulton J. Sheen delivering the address as the Grotto is dedicated. Father George Morrow, first pastor and founder of the parish, is seated on the platform. "

    "August, 1945, with the then-Monsignor Fulton J. Sheen delivering the address as the Grotto is dedicated. Father George Morrow, first pastor and founder of the parish, is seated on the platform. "

  • Old Notre Dame Church

    Old Notre Dame Church

  • New Church, 1966

    New Church, 1966

  • "Bill Heimbuch, whose faithful camera and talent for getting the utmost from a negative are reflected throughout this book, took this keepsake photo during the Pontifical Mass presided over by Bishop kellenberg when the new Church of Notre Dame was dedicated June 27, 1959."

    "Bill Heimbuch, whose faithful camera and talent for getting the utmost from a negative are reflected throughout this book, took this keepsake photo during the Pontifical Mass presided over by Bishop kellenberg when the new Church of Notre Dame was dedicated June 27, 1959."

  • "Pastor since June 10, 1948, Msgr. Pfundstein has guided the Parish through its unprecedented expansion program: School, Church, Auditorium and School addition, Rectory, and Convent. His inspiring contribution on the opposite page reflect his gratitude and appreciation on this notable milestone in the progress of the Parish."

    "Pastor since June 10, 1948, Msgr. Pfundstein has guided the Parish through its unprecedented expansion program: School, Church, Auditorium and School addition, Rectory, and Convent. His inspiring contribution on the opposite page reflect his gratitude and appreciation on this notable milestone in the progress of the Parish."

  • Associate Pastor

    Associate Pastor

  • Associate Pastor

    Associate Pastor

  • Associate Pastor

    Associate Pastor

  • Associate Pastor

    Associate Pastor

  • "From the day he was assigned in 1941 by the Late Most Rev. Thomas E. Molloy, S.T.D., Archbishop of the original Diocese of Brooklyn, to establish the Parish of Notre Dame in New Hyde Park, until his transfer in June, 1948, to the pastorate of St. Teresa's Church in Woodside, Queens, Father Morrow worked zealously. His pastorate at Notre Dame was distinguished for, among other things, administrative and fundraising talents. "

    "From the day he was assigned in 1941 by the Late Most Rev. Thomas E. Molloy, S.T.D., Archbishop of the original Diocese of Brooklyn, to establish the Parish of Notre Dame in New Hyde Park, until his transfer in June, 1948, to the pastorate of St. Teresa's Church in Woodside, Queens, Father Morrow worked zealously. His pastorate at Notre Dame was distinguished for, among other things, administrative and fundraising talents. "

  • "Another Bill Heimbuch memory - photo of the dedication ceremonies on June 27, 1959. Bishop Kellenberg presided at the Pontifical Mass and addressed the congregation."

    "Another Bill Heimbuch memory - photo of the dedication ceremonies on June 27, 1959. Bishop Kellenberg presided at the Pontifical Mass and addressed the congregation."

  • "The most recent addition to the Parish building program, the new Convent, to be blessed by Bishop Kellemberg as part of the Silver Jubilee ceremonies on Sunday, May 1 (1966). The Convent at long last, provides a worthy residence for the dedicated Sisters of St. Dominic who have served Notre Dame Parish so faithfully and capably. "

    "The most recent addition to the Parish building program, the new Convent, to be blessed by Bishop Kellemberg as part of the Silver Jubilee ceremonies on Sunday, May 1 (1966). The Convent at long last, provides a worthy residence for the dedicated Sisters of St. Dominic who have served Notre Dame Parish so faithfully and capably. "

  • "The Sisters of St. Dominic in their new Convent. Front row, seated from left to right: Sr. Philip Neri, OP; Sr. Grace Kenneth, OP; Sr. Eileen Marie, OP; Principal and Superior, Sr. Miriam Esther, OP; and Sr. Alphonsus Marie, OP. Standing from left to right: Sr. M. Joelene, OP; Sr. M. Fidelis, OP; Sr. M Catherine Vianney, OP; Sr. Marie Francine, OP; Sr. M. Jean Catherine, OP; Sr. Mary Xavier, OP; Sr. Ann Robin, OP; Sr. Louise Augustine, OP; Sr. M. Rose Carmen, OP; Sr. Mary Harold, OP;and Sr. Bernadette Mary, OP"

    "The Sisters of St. Dominic in their new Convent. Front row, seated from left to right: Sr. Philip Neri, OP; Sr. Grace Kenneth, OP; Sr. Eileen Marie, OP; Principal and Superior, Sr. Miriam Esther, OP; and Sr. Alphonsus Marie, OP. Standing from left to right: Sr. M. Joelene, OP; Sr. M. Fidelis, OP; Sr. M Catherine Vianney, OP; Sr. Marie Francine, OP; Sr. M. Jean Catherine, OP; Sr. Mary Xavier, OP; Sr. Ann Robin, OP; Sr. Louise Augustine, OP; Sr. M. Rose Carmen, OP; Sr. Mary Harold, OP;and Sr. Bernadette Mary, OP"

  • "Members of the teaching Order of St. Francis assigned to Notre Dame School, Boys' Department. From left to right they are: Bro. Stanislaus, O.S.F., Bro. Angelus, O.S.F., Principal Bro. Neri, O.S.F., and Bro. Stephen, O.S.F."

    "Members of the teaching Order of St. Francis assigned to Notre Dame School, Boys' Department. From left to right they are: Bro. Stanislaus, O.S.F., Bro. Angelus, O.S.F., Principal Bro. Neri, O.S.F., and Bro. Stephen, O.S.F."

  • "The first major step in the Notre Dame Parish building program, the School, fronting on Mayfair Road, set the architecturally high standard followed by all subsequent units of the compelx."

    "The first major step in the Notre Dame Parish building program, the School, fronting on Mayfair Road, set the architecturally high standard followed by all subsequent units of the compelx."

  • "The Auditorium completed in 1959 as part of the major expansion program including also the new Church and eight additional classrooms, is the scene of three Masses on Sunday and serves as the Parish social center."

    "The Auditorium completed in 1959 as part of the major expansion program including also the new Church and eight additional classrooms, is the scene of three Masses on Sunday and serves as the Parish social center."

  • "Notre Dame Rectory, a partial view, with the attractive Fatima grouping on the lawn at the Mayfair-Aberdeen Road corner. The Statues were a memorial gift of the Bonacorsa family."

    "Notre Dame Rectory, a partial view, with the attractive Fatima grouping on the lawn at the Mayfair-Aberdeen Road corner. The Statues were a memorial gift of the Bonacorsa family."

  • "A converted bungalow-type residence served as the Notre Dame Rectory until July, 1954, when the new Rectory was completed. 1 Aberdeen Road now serves as the Friary for the Franciscan Brothers who teach in the boy's department of the Parish school"

    "A converted bungalow-type residence served as the Notre Dame Rectory until July, 1954, when the new Rectory was completed. 1 Aberdeen Road now serves as the Friary for the Franciscan Brothers who teach in the boy's department of the Parish school"

  • "Parishioners were counting the days until the new Church was to be finished when this photo was taken by Bill Heimbuch early in 1959. The beauty of the new Church was evident even in the course of construction. "

    "Parishioners were counting the days until the new Church was to be finished when this photo was taken by Bill Heimbuch early in 1959. The beauty of the new Church was evident even in the course of construction. "

  • "Parish ""old timers"" will recall this happy barbinger of the temporary Church or Notre Dame while it was under construction in the latter part of 1941."

    "Parish ""old timers"" will recall this happy barbinger of the temporary Church or Notre Dame while it was under construction in the latter part of 1941."

  • "The Most Rev. Fulton J. Sheen, National Director of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith, paid two memorable visits to Notre Dame Parish. On August 5, 1945, as Msgr, he preached the sermon at the dedication of our Grotto. On March 12, 1961, he addressed a record crowd of 1,000 men at a Holy Name Society Communion breakfast, at whic heh is shown here chatting with Fr. Pfundstein. "

    "The Most Rev. Fulton J. Sheen, National Director of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith, paid two memorable visits to Notre Dame Parish. On August 5, 1945, as Msgr, he preached the sermon at the dedication of our Grotto. On March 12, 1961, he addressed a record crowd of 1,000 men at a Holy Name Society Communion breakfast, at whic heh is shown here chatting with Fr. Pfundstein. "

  • "It was small but it was ""Our Church"" and for 18 years parishioners attended Sunday and daily Mass - Requiem Masses, too! - and weddings and baptisms. And the children of the Parish received First Holy Communion and the Sacrament of Confirmation there too."

    "It was small but it was ""Our Church"" and for 18 years parishioners attended Sunday and daily Mass - Requiem Masses, too! - and weddings and baptisms. And the children of the Parish received First Holy Communion and the Sacrament of Confirmation there too."

  • "Another nostalgic memory forthe Parish ""pioneers"" is provided by this photo of the first ""little white church."" This was the view of the Altar at Christmas with the crib to the right."

    "Another nostalgic memory forthe Parish ""pioneers"" is provided by this photo of the first ""little white church."" This was the view of the Altar at Christmas with the crib to the right."

  • "Before Notre Dame had ever been planned, this ariel view shows New Hyde Park Road as a simple street with very few homes surrounded by open farmlands."

    "Before Notre Dame had ever been planned, this ariel view shows New Hyde Park Road as a simple street with very few homes surrounded by open farmlands."

  • "Today we see how Notre Dame has been developed into the magnificent complex of rectory, school, church, auditorium, grotto, and convent."

    "Today we see how Notre Dame has been developed into the magnificent complex of rectory, school, church, auditorium, grotto, and convent."

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  • Wedding for Christine D'Alessandro and Anthony Bonfiglio 4/25/81

    Wedding for Christine D'Alessandro and Anthony Bonfiglio 4/25/81

  • Christina Mararewich-Luboja 1st Holy Communion - May 1990

    Christina Mararewich-Luboja 1st Holy Communion - May 1990

  • Christina Mararewich-Luboja 1st Holy Communion - May 1990

    Christina Mararewich-Luboja 1st Holy Communion - May 1990

  • Christina Mararewich-Luboja 1st Holy Communion - May 1990

    Christina Mararewich-Luboja 1st Holy Communion - May 1990

  • Christina Mararewich-Luboja 1st Holy Communion - May 1990

    Christina Mararewich-Luboja 1st Holy Communion - May 1990

  • Christina Mararewich-Luboja 1st Holy Communion - May 1990

    Christina Mararewich-Luboja 1st Holy Communion - May 1990

  • Maria Mararewich 1st Holy Communion - May 1997

    Maria Mararewich 1st Holy Communion - May 1997

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