about the parish
History of the parish

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Saint Martin of Tours was founded in 1897, at the request of Bishop Charles McDonnell, the second bishop of the Diocese of Brooklyn. At that time, the Parish served the 25 to 30 known Catholic families of the Seaford, Massapequa, Amityville and Copiague areas. During the summertime, this number increased by another 10 to 20 families.

Today, the Parish serves approximately 2,500 enrolled families, with its physical boundaries having been reduced significantly to include portions of Massapequa and Amityville.

The Parish has a thriving elementary school, with approximately 600 students enrolled from nursery school through eighth grade.

Saint Martin of Tours Parish is an active Catholic Christian community, with a rich history, and a promising future. There are many ministries available for those in need and for those who can serve.

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Telephone Numbers:
Rectory: (631) 264-0124 Parish Outreach: (631) 264-4840
Fax: (631) 264-0139 CEPU Employment Program: (631) 598-2378
St. Martin's Cloak Room, Thrift Shop: (631) 598-1144 Religious Education: (631) 691-1617
School: (631) 264-7166  
Pastoral Staff
Pastor:
Rev. Richard T. Stelter
School Principal:
Sr. Maureen Galvin, O.P.
Deacons:
Mr. Richard Ferri
Mr. John Sheehan
Religious Staff Of St. Martin's School:
Sr. Liliette Ouellette, S.S.N.D.

Parish Outreach:
Sister Margaret Althisar, O.P.
Director of Religious Education
Sr. Marie Ross, C.S.J.
Music Director:
Mr. Peter Schubart