eNOTES FOR FEBRUARY 4, 2025

(WITH BULLETIN INFORMATION FOR THE WEEKENDS OF FEBRUARY 16 AND 23, 2025) 



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COLLECTION FOR THE CHURCH IN CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE: Extra collection on Ash Wednesday

The Collection for the Church in Central and Eastern Europe is held on Ash Wednesday, March 5th. Please click on the links for bulletin announcements and links for additional information in PDF and Word formats.



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ROSARY: PRAYING WITH JESUS AND MARY: Youth in 3rd-12th grades (Morristown, NY)
9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Friday, February 21, 2025
2:10 p.m. Mass at St. John’s Church – Families welcome
Our Lady of Grace Parish Center, Morristown, NY

Youth day to learn more about the Rosary including mystery, what it means to meditate, how prayer transforms us and the joyful, luminous, sorrowful and glorious mysteries. Youth will make their own Rosary, pray the Rosary together and celebrate Mass.
Please register by February 14th using the registration form found at https://www.rcdony.org/parishevent
Chaperones with Virtus training welcome. No fee to participate. Donations accepted. Lunch provided.
Sponsored by Our Lady of Grace Parish.

Contact Jane Kring with any questions. janeakring@yahoo.com 315-323-4937


 

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HOW TO EXPERIENCE LIFE-CHANGING CONVERSATIONS: Next Friendship Group on February 27 at 7 p.m. via Zoom

Sacred conversations are rare but accessible to all of us all the time, regardless of where we are on our spiritual journeys. Dr. Christopher Reed provides a divinely inspired, scientifically tested, step-by-step process for guiding interactions between “seekers” and “helpers.” We are all seekers, and we can all become helpers. This book will show you how to relate to others in their pain, frustration, hopes, and dreams.

Using Scripture, real-world examples, and stories from his own formation, Dr. Reed provides approachable, fun-filled, well-researched advice on how you can use sacred conversations to become your best self and build closer relationships with others and with the Lord.

At this meeting, Fr. Craig MacMahon, OMV will continue to help break open the book for us and lead us in discussing chapters 4 and 5 of Sacred Conversations, highlighting examples and providing tips on ways to enjoy these fruitful conversations.

The book may be ordered at sophiainstitute.com. Enter Friendship25 at the checkout to receive 25% off. To sign-up for the Friendship Group, receive the meeting link, and discussion questions, go to https://mailchi.mp/sophiainstitute/friendship-groups Questions? Contact Mary Beth Bracy at mbracy@sophiainstitute.com

 



No other new parish events were submitted.  Please check your parish bulletins and previously posted submissions below. 



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IGNITE 2025 CATHOLIC MEN'S CONFERENCE: Saturday, March 29th

We are excited to announce that the IGNITE Catholic Men’s Conference is back with a great lineup of speakers: Bear Woznick, Fr Chase Hilgenbrinck and Ben Steele. As always Bishop Lucia will start the day with Holy Mass. IGNITE will return to Bishop Ludden Junior/Senior High School this year. Mark your calendar NOW and register early to save $20. We are challenging everyone to not only register yourself but bring a family member or friend to share the day.

Please go to the event website for the bio’s of the speakers, schedule for the day and to register. Register online at www.ignitecatholicmen.org   


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PLANNED GIVING: 

Give Your House and Continue to Live There: You may want to make a major gift to our parish. Why not consider real estate: This is called a life estate gift. This simply means that you give a piece of real estate, such as your residence, to our parish, obtain a charitable income tax deduction and retrain the right to live there as long as you want. This arrangement removes the property from you estate and relieves your executor from having to dispose of your home at your death. Contact Scott Lalone at the Diocese at 315-393-2920 or Email slalone@rcdony.org for further information.


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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP: 

for the February 16 Bulletin

Bearers of HOPE: A call from Pope Benedict XVI, the “Green Pope”
“Preservation of the environment, promotion of sustainable development and particular attention to climate change are matters of grave concern for the entire human family.” (Letter: 2007) What signs of hope do you see around you when you are driving or shopping? Give thanks to God for the works of human hands that are taking Pope Benedict’s words seriously . 


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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:  

for the February 23 Bulletin

Bearers of HOPE: A call from our Catholic Bishops
“We show our respect for the Creator by our stewardship of creation. Care for the earth is not just an Earth Day slogan, it is a requirement of our faith. We are called to protect people and the planet, living our faith in relationship with all of God’s creation. This environmental challenge has fundamental moral and ethical dimensions that cannot be ignored.” (USCCB, Care of Creation: 2001). How can you be a bearer of hope as a steward of creation this week? 


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SURVIVING DIVORCE PROGRAM: A support group for separated or divorced adults

If you or someone you know is separated or divorced and looking for hope and healing, please consider joining us for the Surviving Divorce Program. We are now accepting registrations for sessions held at the Canton location. The sessions will begin the last week in January or as soon as we receive registrations from sufficient participants. Days and times will vary by the scheduling needs of the participants. The facilitator will contact participants to set the dates and times of the meetings. For more information or help with registering, please contact Steve Tartaglia at 315-393-2920. We ask a $25 donation to cover the cost of materials.


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NATIONAL MARRIAGE WEEK: Celebrate A Lasting Love

The observances of National Marriage Week (Feb. 7-14) and World Marriage Day (Sunday, Feb. 9) are opportunities to focus on building a culture of life and love that begins with supporting and promoting marriage and the family. This year's theme is "Marriage: Source of Hope, Spring of Renewal. Pursue a Lasting Love!"

Many Parishes celebrate Marriage Week with a variety of activities. For more information about these activities, please visit our Marriage Week webpage at https://www.rcdony.org/marriageweek .


WINTER TRIVIA NIGHT: St. Mary's Church in Canton

St. Mary's Church in Canton is hosting a Winter Trivia Night on Saturday, February 8!
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and trivia starts at 6 p.m. Ages 21+. Teams of 4-6 players (single players welcome and will be placed with a team).
$20 per person includes 2 beverages (beer, wine, soda), 2 slices of pizza, popcorn, and an opportunity to win door prizes. Free childcare will be available.
Visit cantoncatholics.com/trivia or call the parish office at (315)386-2543 to register your team! 


 

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MONTHLY PANCAKE BREAKFAST: In Support of Augustinian Academy

Pancake Breakfast to Benefit Augustinian Academy
Sunday, February 9, 2025
8 a.m to noon
St. James Community Room, Carthage

MENU
Scrambled Eggs, Pancakes, French Toast, Ham, Sausage, Baked Goods, Juice, and Coffee

PRICE
$9 for Adults
$7 for Seniors
$4 for Children under 10
Family of 4 or more $27

SPONSORED BY:
Carthage K of C
Father John Cosmic #291
Ave Maria Circle

Contact for More Information: 315-493-3224


SPAGHETTI & MEATBALL DINNER: Fundraiser Spaghetti Dinner for Knights of Columbus (Evans Mills)

Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner, Saturday, February 8 serving from 4 to 7 p.m. at St. Mary's Parish Center, 8422 S. Main Street, Evans Mills. $9 for Adults, $8 for Senior Citizens, $5 for Children Under 12, and Children under 5 eat for free. Benefit Indian River Council 7471 Knights of Columbus. 

Contact for More Information: Parish Office at 315-629-4678


UPCOMING EVENTS AT NOTRE DAME RETREAT HOUSE: Canandaigua, NY

Below is a listing of upcoming retreats and special events at the Notre Dame Retreat House, located at 5151 Foster Road, Canandaigua, NY 14424 in the Diocese of Rochester. For more infomation, or to register, go to https://notredameretreat.org/

Jan 31-Feb 2: Men’s Retreat: “Walking in Friendship with God: Pilgrims of Hope.” (Fr. Peter Sousa,C.Ss.R., Dcn Dennis Lohouse, Jodie Scordo)

February 11: Fill Your Soul Day “Stations of the Cross: An African American Saint Worthy Journey.” (Black Catholic Coalition of Rochester)

February 21: Senior Luncheon (FREE) “The Heart of Care: Finding Balance and Renewal.” (Susan Barber Skinner, PhD)

Feb 28-Mar 2: Couple’s Retreat “Walking in Friendship with God: Pilgrims of Hope.” (Fr. Bob Werth, Joe and Aline Clement, Jodie Scordo)

Mar 10-Apr 14: Lenten Book Read “I Want to See,” by Roc O’Connor, SJ (Led by Jodie Scordo - Mondays in person and online)

March 22: Lenten Women’s Retreat “A Lenten Journey . . . A Walk to the Well” (Marie Mozzi)

March 28-30: Men & Women Lenten Retreat.


 

READING THE ENCYCLICAL ON CHRISTIAN HOPE: An online brownbag discussion

Join us for a lunchtime discussion of the encyclical letter by Pope Benedict XVI “Spe Salvi: On Christian Hope." We will meet on Wednesdays, February 12, 19 and 26 from noon until 1 p.m. via Microsoft TEAMS. The document is relatively short (about 30 pages) and can be downloaded HERE. Please join us for this wonderful opportunity learn about Christian Hope and so enter more deeply into this Jubilee Year as Pilgrims of Hope.

If you would like to participate, please register at rcdony.org/brownbag. The link for the virtual meetings will be sent to you on Monday February 10. For more information, contact Marika Donders at mdonders@rcdony.org.


DENIM & DIAMONDS: St. James School Gala

Save the Date! St. James School Gala Denim and Diamonds
When: Saturday, February 8 starting at 5:45 p.m.
Where: St. James School Gouverneur

Blue jeans and bling....something for everyone.

Contact for More Information: For more information visit the school's website for Gala Registration https://stjamesk-6.org/  or email Bridgette LaPierre at  advancement@stjamesk-6.org


 

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THE FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM: Volunteer Opportunity

Foster Grandparents are role models, mentors and friends to children with exceptional needs. The program provides a way for volunteers age 55 and over to  stay active by serving children and youth in their communities. They are placed in a classroom serving with a child or children who are in need of emotional support, development of basic learning skills, friendship, companionship, encouragement, individual attention and unhurried help. The program currently has  40 volunteers and serves more than 100 kids per year. 

To volunteer in this program, you can live in one of the following counties. Franklin, Essex County, Clinton County, St. Lawrence County or Jefferson County

Contact for More Information: Melissa Howard, Email: mhoward@cathcharities.org Phone: 518-359-7688 


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FINDING THE ONE: Spring Workshop at Holy Cross Church, Dewitt, Syracuse

It’s no secret, the fastest growing population in our Church, sadly, are those who have left the Church. These may include our grown children, a spouse, a parent or grandparent, another relative, or a close friend. No generation has been immune from this departure.

Let’s turn our sadness into HOPE by taking a deep dive into understanding that God works through everyone - including YOU - to act as His hand, open and outstretched, to meet people where they are, ready to listen to their story, joyfully prepared for an encounter with our sisters and brothers who have left, to welcome them home.

In addition to the variety of speakers for this event, we are honored to have Bishop Douglas Lucia as our keynote speaker. Mark your calendar for Saturday, March 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Holy Cross Church in DeWitt. There is no cost for this event and lunch will be served. To Register click HERE or scan the QR code on the flyer. For more information, contact: Deacon Jeff Dixe: jdixe@syrdio.org


 

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PRIESTHOOD DISCERNMENT: updated schedule
Discernment is a call, listen with others. It is a journey of faith, traveling with companions. Are you a single Catholic man, of high school age or older, who is hearing the Lord’s call to the Priesthood? You are invited to join fellow discerners and Father Howard Venette for the following gatherings from
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch will be provided.
To attend a session with Father Venette, please register on-line.
https://www.rcdony.org/priesthooddiscernment

St. Mary’s Church, Canton January 25, March 22, May 3, 2025.
For more information, contact Father Howard Venette – hvenette@rcdony.org


 

SACRED HEART FRATERNITY: Come join our Franciscan Secular Order! (Next Meeting, February 9)

Meets At St. John The Baptist, Plattsburgh

All men and women, single or married, who want to live as St. Francis and live "Gospel to Life and Life to Gospel" can become part of the Secular Franciscan Order. We gather together at 12:30 p.m. the second Sunday of every month for prayer, fellowship, and formation in Plattsburgh's St. John the Baptist Church's basement. In addition, we do a retreat once a year and support in some capacity an organization that helps people, like a soup kitchen.
Contact David Garrant: 518-578-8377  


 

PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY WITH FATHER AMYOT: Celebrate the Jubilee Year

Celebrate the Year of Faith PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY
Hosted by Father Andrew Amyot Visiting: Venice • Florence • Assisi • Rome
Only $4,599 from Montreal 11 Days - November 5-15, 2025 (Air/land price is $3949 plus $650 government taxes/airline surcharges) The Opportunity to pass through the Holy Doors of the Basilica of St. Peter in Vatican City & the other 3 Major Basilicas.
For a brochure and more information contact: Father Andrew Amyot at (315) 384-6028 or mail: P.O. Box 637 Norfolk, NY 13667, e-mail: fraamyot2@gmail.com Space is limited! Call today! 


LINKS:

The Diocesan Calendar

Church Swap Shop

Office of Worship: Worship Notes Summer 2024

Office of Vocations Bulletin Intercessions, Cycle C  Office of Vocations Bulletin Intercessions, Cycle C 

Office of Vocations Bulletin Blurbs, Cycle C 

Office of Evangelization Bulletin Blurbs Cycle C 

Office of Vocations Newsletters  

North Country Catholic



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 for the February 18, 2025 edition of eNotes with bulletin information for the weekends of March 2 and 9, 2025. The link to the submission form can also be found in the menu on the eNotes page (www.rcdony.org/enotes). We welcome suggestions for improvements to newsletter. Suggestions can be sent via email to enotes@rcdony.org.