eNOTES FOR NOVEMBER 10, 2016
(with bulletin information for the weekends of November 20 and 27)
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FROM THE OFFICE OF THE CHANCELLOR:
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SPECIAL COLLECTION FOR HURRICANE MATTHEW RELIEF AND RECOVERY
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops requested all dioceses conduct a special collection for disaster recovery in the wake of Hurricane Matthew. On behalf of Bishop LaValley, please extend the opportunity for parishioners to assist the Church of the Caribbean and United States. We will not schedule a second collection. Pastors are asked to share the announcement below in the bulletin and, if possible, from the pulpit when it best fits the parish calendar in the next few weeks.
BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENT:
Hurricane Matthew punished Haiti, other Caribbean islands and the coast of Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas in late September and early October. It set local rainfall records and Atlantic basin records for duration. Haiti suffered catastrophic damage on the scale of their 2010 earthquake. Humanitarian aid to 1.4 million people in urban and rural areas is still needed. We ask you and your family to pray for the victims of the storm and to consider a second gift in the collection next week. Catholic Charities will use donations marked for Hurricane Matthew Relief to aid the people of Haiti and other areas needing long term recovery support.
Parishes should record and deposit any donations, then send a single check to Catholic Charities marked for Hurricane Matthew relief.
Catholic Charities
6686 State Highway 37
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
If you are interested in further materials, Catholic Relief Services has documented their efforts on www.crs.org. Search “Hurricane Matthew.” They have a prayer for those effected at http://www.crs.org/resource-center/hurricane-matthew-prayer.
FROM THE DATA PROCESSING CENTER:
CHANGE OF ADDRESS?
Parishes - If you have any changes of address, phone numbers, email addresses, please email the Diocesan Offices at web@rcdony.org. Thank you!
Bulletin Editors: Please add these notices to your parish bulletin(s). You can simply cut the text and paste it in your bulletin.
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CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND BLACK AND INDIAN MISSION COMBINED COLLECTION:
Share the Harvest: The combined collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development and the Black and Indian Missions will take place in all of the parishes on the weekend of November 19, 2016. This year of Mercy reminds us that the basic call of Baptism is the call to community. Sharing our resources with our brothers and sisters through giving generously to this second collection is one way to celebrate the Thanksgiving season in a spirit of compassion and mercy. If you have questions, please call Catholic Charities: (315) 393‐2255 or contact us by email: ccdirect@wadhams.edu Thank you for your generous response. Remember, 25% of the CCHD collection remains at the local level for programs that address issues of poverty.
To be used on the weekend of November 19, 2016:
Second Collection Today Catholic Campaign for Human Development and the Black and Indian Missions
This important second collection will be taken up in all of the parishes at this weekend’s Masses. Each year this collection provides essential resources on the local and national levels. Alleviating poverty is the primary focus of the CCHD program. Evangelization within the Black and Native American communities is the focus of the other collection. During this Year of Mercy, please be as generous as possible. For more information call Catholic Charities: (315)
393‐2255
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VOCATIONAL DISCERMENT
The Vocation Office has scheduled three Operation Andrew dinners and two women's discernment retreat days. Operation Andrew Dinners for Discerning Men will be on Nov. 30 in Ellenburg, Dec. 5 in Carthage, and Dec 13 in Canton. Women's Discernment Retreats will take place on Nov. 26 in Watertown and Jan. 7 in Morrisonville. Please contact Cathy Russell, Vocation Coordinator: 315-393-2920 or crussell@rcdony.org with any questions or to register.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
(for the November 19/20 Bulletin)
Did you see on TV recently the National Geographic program entitled BEFORE THE FLOOD? If not, you can view it on YouTube. Sound like Noah and the flood? Well, it’s not about that flood but rather it speaks about our own future. It is a documentary on the scientific research concerning the rising sea levels and its impact on ALL life on the planet, especially those who lack resources to cope and the natural world. Included in the presentation is praise for Pope Francis and his timely encyclical Laudato Si. It sheds light on these facts from a faith perspective and calls to act. The encyclical is available on line through USCCB.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
(for the November 26/27 Bulletin)
What is your water footprint? Each of us uses water at home for cooking, bathing, laundry. But did you know that 95 % of fresh water we use every day is invisible? It is hidden inside the things we wear, eat, use and consume? Depending upon what we eat and our lifestyle, we can have a larger or smaller water footprint. And where is this water footprint? It’s all around the world, linking us to rivers and aquifers, communities, plants and animals far from our homes. To check out your “water footprint” go to http://waterfootprint.org/en/water-footprint Product water footprint Every product has a water footprint and that water footprint lands in one or more places in the world. The size of the water footprint lets us know how much of our limited water resources that product has claimed and whether it could be made more efficiently. Is the product’s water footprint sustainable? Let's check the local context in which it lands and we can tell you.
Business water footprint
While the price of water is rarely a driving force, many companies are awakening to the fact that their business is reliant on water, in their operations or their supply chain. The water footprint can help all producers learn about their water dependence and plot a course for addressing water-related business risks.
National water footprint
The water footprint isn’t only for products and companies, it also tells us how much water is being consumed or polluted in a river basin, a region or a country. As goods are traded between countries, imported and exported, the water footprint follows in the form of virtual water. For a country to secure water, food, energy and international relations, it needs to consider how it is using its own water and the water of other countries to provide goods and services to its citizens.
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PLANNED GIVING:
A Perpetual Gift to Our Parish – Did you know that the Diocese of Ogdensburg has a Foundation that provides endowments through gifts from individuals that would provide perpetual gifts to our parish long after God has selected you? Contact Scott Lalone from the Foundation of the Diocese by calling 315-393-2920 or email slalone@rcdony.org for further information about gifts that keep on giving.
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YOUTH MINISTRY WORKSHOPS COMING UP
Courses 6 and 8 of the Youth Ministry Certification Program will be offered Holy Family in Watertown on November 19 from 9:00-12:00. You can register for workshops by contacting Vicky at vlalonde@rcdony.org. For more information, contact Kelly Donnelly 315-854-4669.
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NOVEMBER 20 SPEAKER: The Global Water Crisis: Abroad and at Home
WHAT: Presentation on “The Global Water Crisis: Abroad and at Home” will be given by Dr. Adrienne Rygel, Associate Professor and Department Chair of Civil and Environmental/Engineering Technology, SUNY Canton. She will speak on water issues at the global and national level and discuss the issues related to supply, access, and water quality. Discussion on the local concerns will follow with suggestions on how to conserve and protect our water sources as good stewards of “our common Home.” Event is sponsored by Social Justice Committee of Srs. of St. Joseph. WHEN: Sunday, November 20, 2016 from 1:30-3:30 WHERE: Sisters of St. Joseph Motherhouse, 1425 Washington St., Watertown WHO: Public is invited. Event is free.
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DIOCESAN ENVISIONING PROCESS: RENEW FAITH, NURTURE HOPE, DISCOVER LOVE
On Monday, November 21, 2016, there will be a presentation on the Diocesan Envisioning Process: Renew Faith, Nurture Hope, Discover Love! Christ-led, Christ-fed, Hope-filled at Holy Ghost Parish Center, 40 Marion St., Tupper Lake, NY 12986 from 5:00pm-8:30pm: Dinner will be provided. This is a free event.
Speakers:
Sr. Ellen Rose Coughlin, SSJ: Revisiting the Proclamation
Deacon Patrick Donahue: Living Stones & the Catechetical Community
Kelly Donnelly: Diocesan Vision for Parish Youth Ministry
Sr. Mary Gregory: SSJ: Creating a Culture of Vocations
Pam Ballantine: Family Catechesis Through the Seven Sacraments
To register call the Eastern Regional Formation Office in Plattsburgh at 310-3669 or email apage@rcdony.org no later than Wed. Nov. 16th.
RETIREMENT FUND FOR RELIGIOUS
Our aging religious need your help. Thousands of senior sisters, brothers, and religious order priests in the U.S. spent years working in Catholic schools, religious education, colleges, hospitals and social services agencies – often for little compensation. Their sacrifices leave their religious communities without adequate savings for retirement and eldercare. Many of these religious worked in our own Diocese. Your gift to the Retirement Fund for Religious helps provide nursing care and more to our retired religious sisters and brothers. A second collection for the Retirement Fund for Religious will be taken up on the weekend of December 10th and 11th. Please give to those who have given a lifetime.
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MARCH FOR LIFE PILGRIMAGE: College Students and Young Adults
March for Life Pilgrimage! If you’re in your 20’s or 30’s or even just older than 18 and out of school, consider joining College Students and Young Adults from the Diocese of Ogdensburg for a 4 day – 3 night pilgrimage. The Pilgrimage will include the Vigil Mass for Life at the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on Thursday, January 26th Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Chairman of the USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities as celebrant and homilist as well as the March for Life itself on January 27th. In addition to attending this Mass and the March, we will visit other important Shrines and Memorials, offering many opportunities for prayer, witness and fun. The Pilgrimage will depart from the Diocese of Ogdensburg Wednesday, January 25th and will conclude on Saturday January 28th after the march. The all-inclusive cost is $185 per adult. For more information, or to get a registration form sent to you, please email: Father Timothy Canaan, Diocesan Director of Campus Ministry frtim@broadstreetcatholics.org Space is limited. Registrations are only complete with payment and must be submitted no later than December 14, 2016.
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YOUTH BUSES FOR LIFE: High School Pilgrimage to the Washington, DC March for Life.
Three coach buses will travel to the March for Life in Washington, DC from Thursday January 26 through Saturday January 28, 2016. Pickup locations include: Massena, Canton, Gouverneur, Watertown and Schroon Lake. The cost of $150 includes transportation, hotel, breakfast, dinner & shirt. Registration opens October 1st. www.rcdony.org/pro-life for registration forms. For more information, contact the Respect Life Office, Colleen Miner at cminer@rcdony.org.
SHRINES OF ITALY PILGRIMAGE: April 18-28, 2017
Join Fr. Chris Looby of St. Mary's Church of Evans Mills on a pilgrimage visiting the shrines of Italy April 18-28, 2017! Highlights will include Rome, Assisi, San Giovanni Rotondo, Tomb of Padre Pio, Abbey of Santissima Trinita, Madonna del Rosario, Vatican City, Papal Audience, Christian Rome City Tour, St. Paul Outside the Walls, St. John Lateran, St. Peter's Basilica, St. Mary Major and much more! Book now and save $100 per person. For more information, visit www.indianrivercatholics.org or call Apt to Travel at 315-265-4340. Viva Italia!
These are parish and other local events that may be of interested to your parishioners. If you would like to share them in your parish bulletin, you can simply cut and paste the text under the "Description."
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BRUNCH: Norfolk, NY
The Norfolk Knights of Columbus Brunch will be held Sunday, November 13, 2016 at the Fr. Amyot Parish Center, 3 Morris Street, Norfolk, NY from 8:30AM-12:00PM. The brunch includes pancakes, French toast, scrambled eggs, ham, sausage, home fries, sweet bread, toast, juice, and coffee. Adults ~ $8; Under age 12 ~ $5; Under age 5 ~ Free Immediate family four ~ $20 (additional person above 4 is $3 extra); Omelets ~ $3 extra. For more information, contact: Laurie 315-384-4242
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ST. ALEXANDER'S HARVEST DINNER: Morrisonville, NY
The RCC of St. Alexander & St. Joseph Annual Harvest Dinner (Turkey Dinner with all the fixings) being held on Sunday November 13th, 2016 at St. Alexander's Church in Morrisonville NY. Serving 11:30AM to 5:30PM. Adults $10, Children (6 to 12) $5.00, (5 and under) free. Take outs are available call 518-561-5039. Almost immediate seating available with the additional seating in our New Hall - NO MORE LONG WAITS!!!!!!!
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FABULOUS CRAFT FESTIVAL: Get a head start on your Christmas Shopping
On Saturday November 19th from 10am-4pm Sacred Heart Parish will host a great craft festival with over 25 vendors from New York and Vermont at the Sacred Heart Parish Center 8 Hall Street, Chazy, NY 12921. Hot lunches, raffle, baked goods, in addition to hundreds of handcrafted items. Get a head start on your Christmas Shopping. For more information: Noreen Barcomb, csacredheart@twcny.rr.com, 518-846-7650
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THE BIRTH OF JESUS-A FRANCISCAN CHRISTMAS:
Presented by the Franciscan Mystery Players of St. Mary's & St. John's
The Franciscan Mystery Players of St. Mary's and St. John's will present "The Birth of Jesus - A Franciscan Christmas". Through the use of special lighting and sound, this moving dramatic meditation on the birth of Jesus promises to enrich our celebration of the Advent and Christmas seasons. A free-will offering is appreciated to support this ministry.
November 20, 6:30pm at St. Mary's, Clayton
November 27, 6:30pm at Blessed Sacrament, E. Syracuse
December 4, 6:30pm at St. Peter's, Syracuse
December 11, 6:30pm at St. James, Carthage
December 18, 6:00pm at St. Anthony's, Watertown
For more info, contact the parish office at 315-686-3398.
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CHRISTMAS TEA: Winter Wonderland
St. Augustine's Parish will hold their annual Christmas Tea "Winter Wonderland" on Sunday, December 4, 2016 from 11:00AM-3:00PM at the Parish Hall located at 2472 State Rte. 11, North Bangor. In addition, there will be crafts, baked goods, The Cake Walk, a Chinese Auction and raffle. Lunch will be available. Santa will make a surprise visit for the children in the afternoon. Please come and enjoy the festivities!
DAILY EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: for Vocations
A holy hour of Eucharistic adoration to pray for vocations takes place daily (M - F) after the 9am Mass at Holy Family Church, 129 Winthrop St, Watertown. Info: rectory 315-782-2468
WEEKLY ADORATION: St. Andrew's Church in Sackets Harbor
St. Andrew's Church in Sackets Harbor has weekly exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on every Friday from 5-6pm. All are welcome. For more information, contact Anne Thomas: act2328@outlook.com, 315-646-3687
WEEKLY EUCHARISTIC ADORATION, St. Patrick's Church, Watertown:
St. Patrick's Church in Watertown sponsors weekly Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament on Thursdays. The Monstrance is placed on the Altar at the end of Noon Mass. Our doors remain open until 8:00 pm. All are welcome. For more information, contact Dc. Mastellon at 315-782-6086
MONTHLY PRAYER GROUP: Senior Housing, Mooers, NY
We meet every second Friday at 1pm each month to pray for all the sick in our parishes. The group was formed several years ago when Dot and Nancy wanted to pray for all the sick in their parish, St. Louis of France. Now we meet at the Senior Housing in Mooers and pray for all the people added to our list each month. All are welcome. The Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet are recited within the prayer service. Prayer and snack lasts about an hour. For more information, contact: Nancy Monette at nmonette@charter.net
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MUSICIAN SEARCH: Organist, Cantor
The Parish of the Visitation and St Raymond in Norfolk and Raymondville is seeking to hire a musician or musicians to provide organ accompaniment and vocal support for weekend Masses at our churches. For further information contact Search Committee Chairperson Carol Gonthier at (315) 212-5004. If you're interested, please call us to talk it over.
PARISH VITALITY CONFERENCE IN MONTREAL: November 10-12
The three-day conference, under the theme Unleashing Our Gifts: Encounter the Giver, Embrace your Gifts, will include 17 How-To workshops to help parishes explore different opportunities for people to recognize their God-given gifts and share them, not only through parish ministry, but at home, at work and in their communities. This conference will focus on two priorities: to identify and embrace the God-given gifts each of us has received and to explore how these gifts can best help our world, including helping our parishes to grow as missionary and life-giving communities. For more information and to register: go to www.parishvitality.com
DOCUMENTARY SCREENING: THE ORIGINAL IMAGE OF THE DIVINE MERCY: in Cornwall, Ontario, Canada.
On Sunday, November 13th at 1:30 pm at the Port Theatre (132 Montreal Road, Cornwall, Ontario), the Diocese of Alexandria-Cornwall will host the recently released documentary: The Original Image of the Divine Mercy: The Untold Story of an Unknown Masterpiece. A team of documentarists travelled through Europe and the United States to uncover the answers to many unanswered questions about the little-known original painting of the Divine Mercy. The documentary features commentary by Bishop Robert Barron, George Weigel, Christoph Cardinal Schonborn (Archbishop of Vienna), Stanisław Cardinal Dziwisz (long time right hand man of Saint John Paul II) and many others including a special appearance by Pope Francis. In addition, the director of this documentary will be at the Port on the 13th with special behind-the-scenes stories and to answer questions. Tickets are $5.50 US for 16+ and $3.75 US for under 16. Tickets at the door are $7.50 US for all. Tickets are available at the Catholic Information Centre (146 Chevrier Ave, Cornwall), the Port Theatre (132 Montreal Rd, Cornwall), Shalom House (170 St. Paul St, Alexandria) or by contacting Marie at the diocesan centre at 613-933-1138, ext. 22. This will be a great event to close out the Jubilee Year of Mercy! You can view the trailer by clicking here or at www.divinemercyfilm.com
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DIOCESE OF SYRACUSE BIBLE LITERACY CAMPAIGN
Our Christian Faith truly is “the greatest story ever told,” yet many Catholics have not learned the “narrative thread” that ties the Faith together. They have no idea what they believe or how it all fits together and applies to their lives. The Diocese of Syracuse is trying to change this with their new Bible Literacy Campaign “I LEARNED THE STORY,” and the kickoff event for this campaign is a LIVE Bible Timeline Seminar with Jeff Cavins! The Bible Timeline is a fascinating seminar that takes you on a journey through the entire Bible, giving you an easy and engaging way to read and understand Scripture. Join us for this extraordinary seminar and see how The Bible Timeline can enrich your faith and bring you closer to Christ.
WHERE:
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
8229 Brewerton Road
Cicero, NY 13039
TWO TALKS:
I’m Not Being Fed (FREE)
Friday, November 18, 2016
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Book signing and reception after talk.
The Bible Timeline Seminar (see flyer for details)
Saturday, November 19, 2016
Continental Breakfast (optional): 8:00 AM
Registration: 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Seminar: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Mass (optional): 4:00 PM
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DIOCESE OF BURLINGTON: 5th ANNUAL VERMONT CATHOLIC WOMEN'S RETREAT
"Women Saints: Our Models of Mercy" Come and join Catholic women of all ages as we celebrate the gift of our faith, develop a greater understanding of God's everlasting Mercy, and ultimately deepen our relationship with Christ!
The retreat will take place at Holy Family Parish Center, 36 Lincoln Street, Essex Junction, VT 05452 on Saturday, November 19 from 8:30am-4pm.
Guest Speakers:
Dr. Maura Hearden Fehlner: "Heroic Mercy in the Lives of the Little Flower and Her Two Mothers"
Father Luke Austin: "Living Mercy in Today's World and the Example of the Saints"
Sister Myriam Elizabeth Alexander: "Saint Scholastica - model of Mercy as Divine Love"
Due to the popularity of this Retreat, please know that space is limited and registration will be closed when our maximum number is reached. To register online visit www.vermontcatholic.org.
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NEW BOOK INVOLVING OUR DIOCESE AND THE ROSARY NOW AVAILABLE
Looking forward to the 100th anniversary of Fatima in 2017, there is a new book involving our diocese and parishioners. Click on image above for details.
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PRO-MUSICA CHRISTMAS CONCERT:
Ogdensburg Pro Musica Chorus, under the direction of Richard Patton, accompanied by Christine Bookman, will present its 49th annual Christmas Concert on Monday, December 12, at 7:00 p.m., at The First Presbyterian Church on the corner of Ford and Franklin Streets. Several Notre Dame /St. Mary's choir members including our accompanist, Christine Bookman, are members of the group as well as choir members of other area churches. Enjoy an evening of international, traditional and modern carols performed by an enthusiastic group of forty singers. The chorus will be joined by a group of young singers from Ogdensburg Elementary Schools.
UPCOMING EVENTS ON THE DIOCESAN CALENDAR
November 19: Youth Ministry Workshops Watertown
November 20: Closing the Cathedral Holy Door - Solemnity of Christ the King
November 26: Women's Discernment Retreat, Watertown
November 30: Operation Andrew Dinner, Ellenburg
December 3: Diocesan Pastoral Council
December 5: Operation Andrew Dinner, Carthage
December 7: Diocesan Staff Meeting
December 13: Operation Andrew Dinner, Canton
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