eNOTES FOR OCTOBER 28
(WITH BULLETIN INFORMATION FOR THE WEEKENDS OF NOVEMBER 9 and 16, 2025)
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STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY PULPIT LETTER FROM BISHOP LAVALLEY: To be read weekend of November 1 & 2
Bishop LaValley's letter for Stewardship Sunday can be downloaded HERE.
ARCHDIOCESE FOR THE MILITARY SERVICES: Bulletin announcements and other resources for the November 1-2 Special Collection
The triennial Collection for the Archdiocese of the Military Services is the weekend of November 1 - 2. Please use the attached PDF or Word document for announcements and other resources.
Contact for More Information: Deacon James Crowley Email / Phone Number: jcrowley@rcdony.org / 315-393-2920
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ULTREYA IN PLATTSBURGH: Attention all Cursillistas
North Country Cursillo will hold its next Ultreya in Plattsburgh on November 7 from 6 - 8 p.m. at St. John XXIII Newman Center, 90 Broad Street, Plattsburgh. Ultreya meetings are open to all Cursillistas and guests interested in learning more about the Cursillo Movement. Please RSVP to Marika Donders, Post Cursillo Coordinator at mdonders@rcdony.org. Also, email Marika if you are a Cursillista in our diocese and are not receiving emails about our events in order to be added to our North Country Cursillo mailing list. Please include when and where you made your Cursillo weekend.
Contact for More Information: Marika Donders Email: mdonders@rcdony.org
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DYING WITH CHRIST, LIVING WITH HOPE: Saturday, November 29, 10-4 at St. Bernard's Church, Saranac Lake
When we make a commitment to die with Christ, we can truly live with hope. Learn about NYS Physician Assisted Suicide Bill and Canada's MAID. Discussions feature theologians and healthcare professionals giving perspectives on suffering, grief, dying and our Christian duty to care. Registration: https://www.rcdony.org/livingwithhope ($10 donation requested) Questions? Contact The Respect Life Office.
Contact for More Information: Colleen Miner Email: cminer@rcdony.org Phone Number: 518-524-0774
NEW PARISH EVENTS AND NOTIFICATIONS:
No new parish events were submitted. Please check your parish bulletins and previously posted submissions below.
NEIGHBORING DIOCESES NOTIFICATIONS:
ADVENT RETREAT: Advent Day Retreat
Advent Retreat: "Blessed are they that Hope it the Lord: Advent Meditations on the Virtue of Hope" at Notre Dame Retreat House, Canandaigua, NY
December 13th, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
$60
To register: for this or other available retreats: https://notredameretreat.org/
Contact for More Information: Nancy Lynch Email: info@notredameretreat.org
REGULAR FEATURES:
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PLANNED GIVING:
Planning Ahead = Good Stewardship: Good stewardship requires us to think of the future. Have your estate plans prepared now and include a gift to our parish.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the November 9 Bulletin
As we watch the beautiful leaves fall what lessons might God be teaching us about our lives? They know when to let go so that new life can come in the springtime. What old habits need to be let go of so that new practices that are more eco-friendly can take their place that ensure a healthier planet?
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the November 16 Bulletin
As we hear the honking of the geese overhead, it is amazing to learn that flying together in V formation, the whole flock adds at least 71 percent greater flying range than if each bird flew on its own. What is one way that I can work with others to take care of God’s creation? Are there projects in your family, parish, community that working together can make a greater impact than working individually? Check out organizations like Laudato Si’ Action Platform that can give us ideas about what others are doing around the world. Also see Caring for Our Common Home - Diocese of Syracuse that provides prayers, information, action ideas., etc.
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STOP PHYSICIAN ASSISTED SUICIDE IN NEW YORK: Take Action Now
New York is on the brink of legalizing physician-assisted suicide. Bill A136 has already passed the Senate and Assembly. The only thing standing in its way is Governor Hochul's veto – and she needs to hear from you. Please contact her office to voice your opposition to this harmful legislation. She has until the end of the year to sign the bill. Suicide is not healthcare. Thank you.
Contact for More Information: Respect Life Office Email: cminer@rcdony.org
IF YOU WANT PEACE IN THIS LIFE: Special Presentation by Fr. Timothy Gallagher, OMV
Friendship Group Meeting: October 30 at 7 p.m. via Zoom
A common enemy in the spiritual life is discouragement, and Venerable Bruno Lanteri masterfully assisted his directees in overcoming it through his inspired, straightforward, practical counsels. By prayerfully reflecting on these gems – which Fr. Gallagher deftly connects to the writings of other saints in his new book "If You Want Peace in This Life" – you will gain confidence in God and a greater patience with yourself.
At this meeting, Fr. Gallagher will lead us in discussing the second half of the book. He is a foremost expert on Ignatian spirituality and the life of Ven. Lanteri, and has authored several books on these themes.
To order "If You Want Peace in This Life," please visit sophiainstitute.com and enter Friendship25 at the checkout to receive a 25% off discount.
For more information or to sign-up, please contact Mary Beth Bracy at mbracy@sophiainstitute.com
Contact for More Information: Mary Beth Bracy
Email and or Phone Number: mbracy@sophiainstitute.com
FOURTH ANNUAL HOLIDAY FAIR: Support local artists and do some holiday shopping (Brushton)
The fourth annual Holiday Craft fair, sponsored by St. Mary's & St. Augustine's Altar Rosary Society, will be held November 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Mary's Parish Center, 769 County Route 7, Brushton.
Over 20 vendors will be offering jewelry, pottery/ceramics, crafts, floral arrangements, 3D printed items, maple products, baked goods, holiday items and more!
Adirondack BBQ food truck will be offering food for purchase.
There is no cost to attend.
For more information contact the parish: brushtonsec@rcdony.org or 518-483-6674
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HOLY CROSS PARISH HARVEST DINNER: Plattsburgh
Holy Cross Parish Harvest Dinner
(Parish Center, 4917 S. Catherine St., Plattsburgh)
November 2, 11:30 a.m. -5 p.m.
Turkey with all the trimmings!
Dine-in or take out
Adults - $16
Children (6-12) - $8
Under 5 - Free
Contact for More Information: Courtney Khristiansen Email: plattsburghSEC@rcdony.org
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 $3,949 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 three 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!
ANNUAL FALL BAZAAR: All Are Invited! (Massena)
• Location of the event-St. Mary's Social Hall, 7 Sycamore St., Massena
• Date of the event-Saturday, November 8
• Time(s) of the event - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Contact for more information - 315-769-2469
• Cost/ticket info- Free admission with cost for food, raffles and fun!
Contact for More Information:www.massenacatholics.comPhone Number: 315-769-2469
THE PATRIOTIC ROSARY IN HONOR OF OUR VETERANS: November 9 (Ogdensburg)
To commemorate Veterans Day this Nov. 11, the Legion of Mary will be praying the Patriotic Rosary on Sunday, November 9, following the 11 a.m. Mass at St. Mary’s Cathedral. (Rosary begins at noon.) We cordially invite all our parishioners AND fellow Catholics throughout the diocese to join us in praying for all our Veterans -- active, retired, and deceased -- as well as for the needs of our country.
Contact for More Information: Deacon Bill OBrien Email: billob315@gmail.com
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ST. ALEXANDER HARVEST DINNER: Morrisonville
Turkey with all the trimmings. Sunday, November 9, 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. or until all is gone. Take out only! Pick up or curb side deliver at St. Alexander Church, 1 Church St., Morrisonville, call 518-561-5039
Contact for More Information: Jackie or Rebecca Phone Number: 518-561-5039
TICKETS ON SALE AT ST. MARY’S FOR FABULOUS CHRISTMAS GIFTS: (Constableville)
St. Mary’s in Constableville is trying something new in their fundraising efforts for their youth and Faith Formation activities, and this change could help ticket holders with their Christmas shopping! That is because the first-place winner will receive a Virtual Reality Headset, the second-place winner will receive a 50-inch smart television, and the third-place winner will receive a 10-inch tablet. The drawing will be livestreamed after the 10 a.m. Mass on December 21.
Tickets are $5 each, or five for $20. They can be purchased after the 10 a.m. Mass, from various St. Mary’s parents, by calling the Parish office at 315-348-6104 or by going online to https://catholicparishesofslc.weebly.com/church-offering--raffles.html.
Contact for More Information: Jean Lieber Email: portleydenbk@rcdony.org
Office of Vocations Bulletin Intercessions, Cycle C
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