eNOTES FOR July 7, 2026
(WITH BULLETIN INFORMATION FOR THE WEEKENDS OF JULY 5 and 12, 2026)
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C.I. WORKSHOP BONANZA: Catechist Certification Opportunity Continues
All catechists are invited to continue working toward certification.Travel funds are available for early registrants. Three courses will be completed in one day! Sessions will be held August 8 in Brownville or August 15 in Massena and will run from 8:45 a.m to 3:30 p.m. Bring a bagged lunch. No fee to attend. Register: www.rcdony.org/certworkshop
Contact for More Information: Anita Soltero Email: asoltero@rcdony.org Phone Number: 518-310-3669
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CAMP GUGGENHEIM IS FILLING FAST!: A Week That Can Change a Life
Spots for Camp Guggenheim are going quickly! Session 2 and Session 5 (ages 16–18) has only waitlist spots remaining, and all other sessions are filling fast!
Give your teen an unforgettable week of faith, friendship, and adventure in the Adirondacks—where they can grow in confidence, encounter Christ, and build lasting memories.
📅 2026 Sessions:
• Session 1 (11–13): July 5–10
• Session 2 (12–15): July 12–17 Waitlist only
• Session 3 (12–15): July 19–24
• Session 4 (12–15): July 26–31
• Session 5 (16-18): Waitlist only
💲 Cost: $450 per session
Scholarships are available—cost should never prevent a teen from attending!
👉 Don’t wait—sessions are filling quickly!
Contact for More Information: Patrick Looby Email: plooby@rcdony.org
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DIOCESAN YOUTH SERVICE PICNIC: You Serve. We Celebrate!
Attention: All Youth in Parish Ministry!
Diocesan Youth Service Picnic Saturday, July 18 at Camp Guggenheim from noon to 5 p.m.
Join us for a diocesan wide celebration of the young people who serve our parishes as altar servers, musicians, lectors, greeters and more. Enjoy an afternoon at Camp Guggenheim with great food, high energy activities, music, time with peers from across the Diocese and Mass with Bishop LaValley.
A joyful summer gathering to honor the youth who help lead our parish communities.
Register at https://www.rcdony.org/ya
Contact for More Information: Deacon Garry Stevens Email: ghstevens@rcdony.com Phone Number: 315-854-6158
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PARISH YARD & BAKE SALE: St. Bernard's and St. Edmund's (Ellenburg)
St. Bernard's and St. Edmund's Parish Yard & Bake Sale July 15 and 18, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. at St. Edmund's Church Hall, 5526 State Route 11, Ellenburg.
For more information call 518-594-3907.
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ST. MARY'S HUGE GARAGE SALE: New location (Brushton)
St. Mary's Church will host a huge garage sale at the parish center, 769 Gale Road, Brushton, July 16-18 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hot dogs and nachos will also be available for purchase,
Contact for More Information: Anne Boyea Phone Number: 937-546-0055
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1ST ANNUAL WINTER HEAT GOLF TOURNAMENT: To Benefit Our Community Members in need of assistance with Heating (Lowville)
The Catholic Community of St. Peter, St. Mary, St. Hedwig are sponsoring their First Annual Golf Tournament “Winter Heat” on Saturday, July 18 at Cedars Golf Course. All proceeds will go towards assisting families in Lewis County with Winter heating expenses. Beyond having fun on the greens, our tournament serves a higher purpose: assisting families in keeping warm this winter. We are committed to making an impact and invite you to get a four person team together and join us. Together, we can make a difference for our fellow brothers and sisters, and create a memorable and successful “Winter Heat Charity Golf Classic” Dowload the Registration and Sponsor Form HERE. Please let us know if you have any questions. You may reach out to us by contacting any of the following people. Event Coordinators: Father Sony, Kathy Millard, and Deb Mullin, or call the parish office 315-376-6662.
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BLUEBERRY BREAKFAST: St. Ann's & Holy Angels Catholic Parishes, (Altona)
Sunday, July 26, 8 a.m. to noon, Holy Angels Hall, Altona. Blueberry Pancakes, Regular Pancakes, French toast, Eggs, Bacon, Sauage, Biscuits with Sausage & Gravy, Home Fries, Sweets, Coffee, Orange Juice, Milk, Water. Take Outs available. 50-50 Raffle, Bake Sale, Lottery Tree. Adults $16; Children 6-12 $9; Children 5 & Under Free.
Contact for More Information: Parish Offices Phone Number: 518-236-5632
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ST. MARY'S GALA: St. Mary's Church, Clayton
Grand Prize: $10,000; four $500 prizes. Winner need not be present to win. All winning tickets will be returned to drum and be eligible for all 6 prizes!
Where: Cerow Arena at the Town of Clayton Recreation Park
When: Tuesday, August 4, 5:30 - 10 p.m.
Ticket Price: $100. Each ticket includes dinner for two, hors d’ouvres, two coupons for one drink each, coffee, and dessert. (Sorry, no take-outs.)
Tickets Available At: St. Mary’s Parish Office (521 James Street, Clayton) or by phone at 315-686-3398.
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ST.MARY'S/ST.AUGUSTINE's ALTAR ROSARY FUNDRAISER BUS TRIP: to Sights And Sounds Lancaster, PA To See Joshua
DON'T MISS THIS YEAR'S PRESENTATION OF JOSHUA SEPT 14-16, 2026
If you have never seen a Sights and Sound play, you will not be disappointed. Two other big highlights are an Amish dinner and Chalk Talk by Elva Hurst. Double $605 each, Triple $575 each Single $804.
Package includes: lodging, two breakfasts, two dinners, performance of Joshua at Sight and Sound Theatre , Chalk Talk, Bird in Hand Farmers Market, Bass Pro Shop and Outlets, Souvenir gift, Motorcoach Transportation, taxes and gratuities.
Pickups in Brusthton, Potsdam, Canton, Watertown
Contact for More Information: Gayla LePage 518-569-3612 or email luer913@hotmail.com
No other new parish events were submitted. Please check your parish bulletins and previously posted submissions below.
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SAFE ENVIRONMENT CORNER
"Whenever a child or vulnerable person is safe, there you serve and honour Christ." (His Holiness Pope Francis, Message of the Holy Father to the Participants at the Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, March 20, 2025.)
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PLANNED GIVING:
MEMORARE LEGACY SOCIETY
Please Consider Our Parish in Your Estate Plans
When considering gifts in your Will or estate plans please remember our parish. Gifts can be made to our parish in the following manner: Specific dollar amount: a percentage of your estate or a particular asset such as savings bond, life insurance, real estate or other valuables.
For more information on the contact: Scott Lalone, Executive Director, Development Office 393-2920,slalone@rcdony.org.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the July 19 Bulletin
As we know, Jesus often found lessons for life in nature. Maybe it was Mary and Joseph who helped Him be observant to the wonders of Creation around them, like the lilies of the fields, the vines and the branches, the seeds that are planted. Have you discovered any lessons for your life from observing nature around you?
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the July 26 Bulletin
In Chapter 3:31 -90 of the Book of Daniel, the three young men in the furnace sing their praises to God for the many glories of His Creation. They bless Him for nearly 60 verses beginning with the angels, the sun and moon, stars of the sky, to the tiny creatures. Have you ever prayed your own ‘ litany’ of praise for different aspects of Creation that you want to thank God for as the three young men did? Try it today.
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SECURITY AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE: Information Session
If your parish, school, etc. is working on or exploring creating a Security and Emergency Response Plan, our next Information Session is at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 23. Peter Kraengel, Senior Investigator for the New York State Police, will be giving a presentation for parishes about the surveillance of disorderly people. Details are available in this PDF.
Contact for More Information: Deacon Jim Crowley Email: jcrowley@rcdony.orgPhone Number 315-393-2920
RETREAT DAY: "Engaging in a Field of Compassion"
WHAT: An invitation to come aside amid the beauty of the Adirondack Mountains and Saranac Lake to ponder the mystery of God's creation and our role in His Plan. Facilitator: Sister Bethany Fitzgerald, SSJ
WHERE: Guggenheim Lodge, Saranac Lake
WHEN: Saturday, July 25; from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Registration: 9:30 a.m.
SUGGESTED OFFERING: $25
REGISTER: Contact: Wanda Kavanaugh sewmom59@gmail.com or 315-489-6733
SPONSORED BY: Sisters of Sister Joseph Justice Promoter/Faith and Ecology Committee
Contact for More Information: Sister Bethany Fitzgerald Email: srbethssj@gmail.com
BREAKTHROUGH HEALING WORKSHOP FOR ALL FAMILIES: Cape Vincent
Save the date ….
August 6 – 8, 2026 Breakthrough Healing Workshop at St. Vincent of Paul in Cape Vincent
Are you longing for deeper healing, freedom, and peace in your life? Join Patrick and Joy Campbell, Benedictine Oblates from the Cross of St. Benedict Society and Joyful Hope. The Breakthrough Healing Workshop is a powerful time of testimony, teaching, and prayer ministry to help you overcome spiritual obstacles. Heals past wounds and encounter God’s restoring love. Feel free to invite a friend and seek healing and hope.
To register for this event email your name, address, phone and Parish you attend to BHWJHDIOOGD@gmail.com or call/text Mary at (315) 486-7967.
AN EVENING OF SACRED MUSIC: at St. Mary's Church, Clayton NY
Join St. Mary’s music ministry and youth choir on Sunday, August 9, at 4 p.m. at St. Mary's church in Clayton for an evening of sacred choral music, scripture readings, and solo performances. This concert is a free event, but a goodwill offering to support our music ministry will be available at the door.
Contact for More Information: 315 686 3398 or emailcorrinefwillis@gmail.com
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ST. JAMES SCHOOL SUMMER RAFFLE: Gouverneur
St. James School 2026 SUMMER RAFFLE
Grand Prize: $10,000
2nd Prize : $5,000
3rd Prize: $2,500
4th Prize: $1,500
5th Prize: $500
Plus 5 Early Bird Drawings for $100 each, will be drawn July 5th!
GRAND PRIZE DRAWING WILL BE HELD ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, AT 12:30 p.m.
TICKETS SOLD DONATION PRICE OF $100 EACH
Tickets will be available at Gouverneur St. James School office and Gouverneur St. James Church office.
Contact for More Information: Kelley Miller Email: gouverneursec@rcdony.org Phone Number: 315-287-0114
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DYING WITH CHRIST, LIVING WITH HOPE: Saturday, September 26 at St. Peter's Church, Plattsburgh
When we make a commitment to die with Christ, we can truly live with hope. Join in the day to learn about the new Physician Assisted Suicide law and how MAID has progressed throughout Canada. Discussions feature theologians and healthcare professionals giving perspectives on suffering, grief, dying and our Christian duty to care. The day will include guest speaker Jessica Rodgers, coalition director of Patients Rights Action Fund. Online registration at www.rcdony.org/livingwithhope $10 fee includes materials and lunch. Walk-ins welcome but preregistration helps with planning. If you're unable to attend but would like more information, please contact cminer@rcdony.org.
Contact for More Information: Colleen Miner Email: cminer@rcdony.org
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THE FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM: Volunteer Opportunity
To volunteer in this program you must reside in one of the following counties. Franklin, Clinton, St. Lawrence and Jefferson County
Contact for More Information: Melissa Howard Phone Number: 518-572-2262
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LOVE HEALS: Our Lady of the Rosary Healing Retreat 2026
This year's Annual OLR Healing Retreat will take place at Wadham's Hall, 6566 State Highway 37 from October 8-11.
The Presentor will be Sonja Corbitt.
Do not waste another day. Stop the pain. Love heals. John Paul the Great said, “Suffering unleashes love,” because we only ever find Jesus and His love in our wounds. Sonja Corbitt has been teaching people how to acknowledge and open their woundedness to God’s love for over 17 years as a leader in the Catholic Church and Scripture teaching space. You may know her as the Catholic Evangelista through her speaking, writing, and podcasting.
Space is limited and Register today: https://www.rcdony.org/ourlady
For more information contact Kathleen Nichols kmsnichols1163@gmail.com
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RACHEL'S VINEYARD AFTER-ABORTION HEALING RETREAT: October 9-11 Guggenheim Lodge, Saranac Lake
Are you or a friend suffering after abortion? You aren't alone. Join others for a weekend of hope and healing. The retreat begins Friday evening and ends Sunday afternoon. $150 includes lodging, food and all retreat materials. Scholarships available. Confidential online registration at www.rcdony.org/pro-life/rv-retreat
Contact for More Information: Colleen Miner Email: cminer@rcdony.org Phone Number: 518-524-0774
10 DAYS MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS ON A RHINE RIVER CRUISE:
On board the luxurious MS Amadeus Silver II
Visiting: Freiburg*Strasbourg*Speyer*Rüdesheim*
Koblenz*Cologne*Rothenburg*Nuremburg*Munich
December 3 – 12, 2026
Hosted by Father Donald Robinson
Starting at $4,599 from NEW YORK*
*Air/land tour price is $4,049 plus $550 gov’t taxes/airline charges
Contact for More Information: Father Donald Robinson Email: donrob4@twcny.rr.comPhone Number: (315) 408-0858
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