We Worship
Worship Schedule
Saturdays
5:00pm The Incarnation Chapel Vigil Mass for Sunday
Mass followed by a simple meal
252 Rushmore Place, Carle Place (former St. Mary's)
Visit incarnationgc.org/chapel for more information.
Sunday Schedule
8:00am Traditional Mass
In-person at the cathedral
9:15am Cathedral for Kids!
In-person at the cathedral
11:15am Choral Mass
In-person at the cathedral and via livestream
Weekday Schedule
12:00pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Wednesday mass includes Healing Prayers
in-person at the Cathedral
Weekday Mass Schedule
At the Cathedral
Tuesday, December 9th - Friday, December 12th
12/9: Advent Feria
12/10: Commemoration of Thomas Merton
12/11: Advent Feria
12/12: Commemoration of Francis de Sales & Jane de Chantal
*A feria is a weekday with no special feast or saint assigned, when the Mass follows the prayers and readings of the current liturgical season.
The full list of weekday masses through December is available here.
Ordination to the Diaconate
Saturday, December 6 at 11:00am
God willing and the people consenting, the Rt. Rev. Lawrence C. Provenzano, Bishop of Long Island will ordain Lisa Marie DeBenedittis, Aissa Hillebrand, Paula Andrea Kong-Sinclair, Robert F. Russo, and Christine Burke Scott to the Sacred Order of Deacons on Saturday December 6, at the Cathedral of the Incarnation. The ordination will be open for in-person attendance, and will be live-streamed.
A Festival of Lessons and Carols for Christmas
Sunday, December 14, 4pm
“A Festival of Lessons and Carols for Christmas”, will take place on Sunday, December 15 at 4pm at the Cathedral of the Incarnation in Garden City. The service is free and open to all. The full Cathedral Choirs will perform favorite and familiar carols in addition to some lesser-known works from around the world.
Lessons & Carols is modeled on the service as developed at King’s College, Cambridge, UK. It traditionally begins with the carol Once in Royal David’s City sung by a solo boy or girl chorister, then joined by all. Lessons & Carols was first done in the cathedral in 1953, making this the 71st anniversary.
The Cathedral Choristers, will feature prominently at Lessons & Carols. The choristers, at their strongest in many years, will join with the adult singers in a wide variety of works. The choristers also join in singing all the descants (the high voice above a tune) and most of the other carol settings.
Meditation and Contemplative Prayer
Mondays 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Each week, we practice making conscious contact with God by showing up as we are, gathering all of our fears, anxieties, and life circumstances that need special care, and simply bringing them to God. Our time together includes a guided meditation based on an ancient monastic prayer practice, time for intercession, silence, and beautiful ancient chants.
To join us online:
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/s/ 89109075281
Meeting ID: 894 5687 5414
Visit the Center for Spiritual Imagination website for more programming and events.
We Connect
Forecourt Groundbreaking
A Message from Dean Sniffen
Monday, December 8
As Advent begins, I write to share an important update about the next step in our restoration and accessibility work on the Cathedral Close. This week, construction will begin on the Cathedral Forecourt—an essential project that carries us further along the path of our Incarnation 2030 masterplan which began with the reseating of the cathedral, the addition of the elevator, and the renovation of the undercroft with fully accessible restrooms. Now we turn our attention to the exterior approach to the cathedral tower.
Once construction commences, a temporary fence will surround the project area between the tower and Cathedral Ave. This will require the closure of the tower entrance for the duration of the excavation, underground infrastructure, and resurfacing work. Because the work also affects the approaches to the cathedral, our entrances at Fifth and Sixth Streets will be intermittently closed over the course of the project.
Throughout this period, the primary entrances to the Cathedral Close will be on 4th Street and Rockaway/Cherry Valley Avenues. The primary entrances to the cathedral building will be the North and South Transept doors. The accessible entrance will be the North Transept door, which will have a temporary ramp installed for the duration of construction.
The anticipated timeline of construction is ten to twelve weeks. As with any outdoor project in the winter season, delays are likely to occur due to weather, but our shared goal is clear and hopeful: to bless the Cathedral Forecourt at Easter, allowing the whole cathedral community—and our neighbors—to step into the season of resurrection along a fully accessible, gracious, and beautiful approach.
When completed, this stage of our accessibility plan will transform the entrance at the tower into a level, drivable patio designed for hospitality, gatherings, receptions, and ceremonial processions. It will allow weddings, funerals, and great liturgical moments to flow seamlessly from the nave to the open air, honoring the cathedral’s vocation as a house of prayer for all people. It will be the best place to hear the national centennial bells in the cathedral tower throughout the upcoming semiquincentennial of the United States.
Thank you for your patience, generosity, and support for the forecourt project. This work is part of our shared commitment to ensure that every person can enter this sacred space with dignity and joy.
The Search for the 9th Bishop of Long Island
To stay informed and receive updates on the search process, please visit the Bishop Search page where you will find the full version of the profile. Together, let us walk in faith and hope as we prepare for this significant moment in our diocesan journey.
We Grow
You're Invited: In Good Company with the Dean
First Gathering: "Why We Talk About God"
Wednesday, December 17 6:30-8:00pm | See House
This year, join the Very Rev. Dr. Michael Sniffen, Dean of Long Island, for a new series of intimate evening gatherings across the Cathedral Close.
These relaxed, 90-minute conversations are open to all and will explore the questions of theology, Christian spirituality, and life in community that matter most today.
First Gathering: "Why We Talk About God" Wednesday, December 17 6:30-8:00pm | See House
Discover how theology lives not only in books but also in our shared stories and daily life. This opening conversation will be held at See House, the historic former residence of the bishops of Long Island, now home to cathedral and diocesan offices.
Light refreshments will be served. Space is limited to 30 participants. Please click here to register
Dean's Forum
10-11am in the Mercer Library
Our Nicea 2025 series continues this Sunday with a conversation on God the Holy Spirit facilitated by Fr. Eddie Alleyne and seminarian Shannon Whittaker.
Christmas Pageant Rehearsals & Sign-Up
December 7, 14, 20 & 21
Rehearsals for this year’s 4:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Pageant continue on Sundays in December, 10:15-11am, during Fellowship in Faith.
To sign up, email Mo. Kate at ksalisbury@incarnationgc. org or fill out this online form to join the full cast dress rehearsal Saturday, December 20th, 10am-12 Noon. There's a part for every child!
Fellowship in Faith
10 - 11am - at the Mercer School
During Advent, children who are not rehearsing for the Christmas Eve Pageant are invited to create their own Christmas icons! Inspired by the colorful work of Ukrainian artist Nastja Paruta-Dashko, whose icons of Jesus with children were recently brought to the Cathedral by Director of Music Larry Tremsky, we’ll explore a different part of the Nativity story each week as we create our own works of sacred art.
Cathedral Youth Group
Sunday, December 7, 12:30-2:30pm at the Guest House
Cathedral Youth for 6th-12th graders meets this Sunday.
We Serve
Adopt-A-Family
Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers. - Galatians 6:10
Each year, the cathedral community turns its attention to the Nativity of our Lord. We prepare the way during Advent and, amidst the hustle of shopping, cleaning, and cooking, we join our neighbors - our family of believers - in quiet prayer and contemplation as the days grow shorter and the clear nights turn cooler still.
As we look to the close of the church year and prepare for the beginning of a new one, it's once again time for Adopt-A-Family.
The Adopt-A-Family program is an annual effort of the Cathedral congregation and so many of our sister Episcopal churches around the diocese to provide gifts and necessities to needy families. Your generosity will bring joy to the our very own Cathedral Neighbors Being Neighbors ministry.
If you wish to participate, you may sign up at this link by December 7. All gifts must be received by the Cathedral no later than December 16. No late drop-offs can be accepted.
If you have any questions, please email Fabian Burrell here.
Soup Donations needed!
Neighbors being Neighbors
We are in need of donations of canned Progresso Chicken Noodle for our Neighbors being Neighbors ministry. Now that winter has begun, we will be serving the soup twice per week with our sandwiches. Please bring donations to church, or drop at the Cathedral office in See House during the week.
We Pray
You can submit prayer requests online here.
Second Sunday of Advent
Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
A prayer for the Bishop Search
Almighty God, giver of every good gift and source of all wisdom and understanding, look graciously on your church and so guide the minds and hearts of those who will choose our next bishop. We pray that you will grant wisdom and discernment to those who offer themselves as candidates. Give them a spirit of revelation and knowledge of your will, so that they may care for all your people and equip us for our ministries; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Prayer List:
The Church: Sean the Presiding Bishop; Lawrence, our Bishop; Geralyn, our Assisting Bishop; William, our Assisting Bishop; Michael, our Dean; Eddie, our Sub Dean; Kate, our Canon for Christian Education; Adam, our Abbot of the Center for Spiritual Imagination; Dan and Mark our Co-Vicars of the Incarnation Chapel: Cameron our Curate; Bruce, our Honorary Canon in Residence, Denise, our Deacon and Director of Outreach; Larry, our Canon Musician; David, our Associate Organist/Choirmaster; Charlie, our Chancellor; Kyle our Dean's Verger & Sr. Administrative Aide; Garrett, our Livestream Technician, James, our Sexton; Kris, our Program Director of the Center for Spiritual Imagination; Arleen, our Cathedral Administrator; Gerry, our Pledge Secretary and Asst. Treasurer
The Nation: Donald, our President; Kathy, our Governor; Ed, the Mayor of Garden City, and the members of our Armed Forces, especially The Very Rev. Dr. Michael Sniffen, The Rev. James Reiss, The Rev. Jen Pilat, The Rev. Matthew Sanfilippo, The Rev. Landon Moore, Brian Thorpe, James Rivera, Charlie Whittaker, Jason Whittaker, Raymond Minihan, Jason Clark, Liam Begley, Adam Sanchez, Jonathan Hart, James Tilden, Noah Penders, Jason R. Corrado Jr. and their families.
In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer we pray for Igreja Episcopal Anglicana do Brasil and in the Diocesan Cycle of prayer we pray for Christ Church, Bellport.
For those who have asked for our prayers: Tony, Flor, Marisol, Pat, Lawrence, Karen, Headley, Mary F., Monica S., Eladio, Niyjah, Natasha, Nesha, Claude, Lauren, London, Tristan, Gianna, Nirvana, August, Wayne, Indigo, Chi, Todd, Theresa, Whitney, Webb D., Marc S., Jeneen G., Anthony P., Caroline Z., Toni C., John M., Emily, Gerald, Tony, Jackie, Reginald, Bill B., Laura B., Richard B., Brenna B., Joe M., Jackie H., Morgan B., Joyce, Brandon, Pam, Colette J., Carol, Valerie P., Kaa, Kenny, Clinton H., Marcus, Neena, Matthew, Joe M., Aben W., Laurence, Angela B., Anubhab, Eleanor, Michael M., William, Lizzie, Sean, Anna Z., Lia S., Dennis I., Meaghan B., Antonio P., Gloria A., Alicia G., Isabella, Ariana, Sue Ellen H., Stephen H. & family, Karen S., Julia B., Frankie M., Dani B., Gerard A. Camille, Marie Lucienne E., Raphael C., Marie R., Patricia K., Devinder S., Connie, Bob B., Carol, Jan P. , Dorothy L., Vivian T., Jevan S., Robert T., Sylvia and Mitch.
For all who have died, in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord. Lord, have mercy.
On Sunday, December 14, the masses are in memory of James Albertelli from Anthony and Alison Parks. "It is holy and wholesome to remember those who have died, for they are at rest in the arms of God."
Altar Flowers this week are given in loving memory of Michael M. O'Donald, Jr. by his parents, Michael and Mary.
We wish a Blessed and Happy Birthday to our Cathedral Kids and Youth who celebrate a birthday in December: Rayven H., Ava M., Catherine M., and Athena M.
Mass cards, altar flowers, bread and wine donations, sanctuary candles, children’s birthdays and prayer requests can be sent to the cathedral office at cathedral@incarnationgc.org or (516) 746-2955. Prayers are taken off the list after 90 days unless a special request is made.