eNOTES for April 18, 2023

(with bulletin information for the weekends of April 30 and May 7, 2023)

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eNOTES is a biweekly diocesan newsletter which is sent to the following distribution lists: all priests, diocesan staff, deacons, deacon candidates, bookkeepers and secretaries, catechetical leaders, principals, commissioned lay ministers, diocesan finance council, diocesan pastoral council, and pastoral associates and seminarians. Others can subscribe on the eNotes webpage at www.rcdony.org/enotes.

The next submission deadline is April 30 for the May2 edition of eNotes with bulletin information for the weekends of May 14 and 21, 2023. 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.

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IS GOD CALLING YOU TO A MORE ACTIVE ROLE IN YOUR PARISH?: Formation for Ministry Enrollment for 2023-2025

The Formation for Ministry Program prepares men and women to serve in their local parish. This program is a two-year program. Classes are online through Boston College. Candidates also meet a few times a year as a group for workshops. If you're interested, register to attend one of the virtual information sessions scheduled for Tuesday, April 4 at 6 p.m. and Saturday, May 13 at 6 p.m.. More information is also available on our diocesan website at: https://www.rcdony.org/formation/candidate.html. Or contact Cathy Russell at: crussell@rcdony.org - (315) 393-2920.

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From The Diocesan Offices:

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EUCHARISTIC REVIVAL: Are you interested in attending the Eucharistic Congress(es)?

The Eucharistic Revival is a three-year program to enkindle, rekindle and deepen a living relationship with the Eucharist.

In addition to diocesan workshops and resources to help us renew and revive our understanding and love of Jesus truly present in the Blessed Sacrament, there are two large events: The New York State Eucharistic Congress, October 20-22, 2023, at Our Lady of Martyrs Shrine, Auriesville, NY and The National Eucharistic Congress, July 17-21, 2024, in Indianapolis, IN.

In order to assist us in planning, please fill out the following short survey to indicate your interest in attending each of the Eucharistic Congresses. It will take less than 10 minutes to complete. To complete the survey click: https://forms.office.com/r/dWvgyHWpbt or the image above.

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WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS: All pastors, catechists, principals

Vocation Bulletin Blurb and Prayer of the Faithful for the World Day of Prayer for Vocations on April 30, 2023 can be accessed HERE.

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MEDICAID ENROLLMENT: NYS Medicaid, Child Health Plus and Essential Plan update!

New York State will soon restart eligibility checks to make sure enrollees still qualify for these programs. This means you may need to take action to renew your health insurance or the insurance of your family members.

You may want to share the attached NYS flyer to remind parishioners so they don't jeapordize their coverage.

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LIVING STONES - A CALL TO SERVICE: Eastern Region Commissioned Lay Ministers Meeting

The Eastern Region Commissioned Lay Ministers Association will host an evening program that will explain the work and goals of the Living Stone Planning Committee.

Commissioned Lay Ministers, priests, deacons, and laity are invited to attend.

Date: Wednesday, May 3
Where: St. Peter’s Church, Plattsburgh
Time: The evening starts with Mass at 6:00 pm followed by the presentation in the Emmaus Room at approximately 7:00 pm.

There is no cost to registration. When registering please be sure to choose the correct event at the top of the page since there are registrations in progress for two different Commissioned Lay Minister events this spring.

Register at www.rcdony.org/clm-event

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MINISTRY: MERCY IN MOTION: Retreat Weekend for Commissioned Lay Ministers and Candidates

The Formation for Ministry Office invites CLMs from across the diocese and Formation for Ministry Candidates to a retreat weekend led by Bishop Terry R. LaValley.

When: Starts Friday, May 19 at 5:30 PM - Ends Sunday, May 21 at 12:00 PM

Where: Wadhams Hall in Ogdensburg

Choose your preferred room at registration. Rooms are first come, first serve. Meals are included in your room rate.

Register at: www.rcdony.org/formation/candidate/retreat

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LIFE GIVING WOUNDS RETREAT: for adult children of separated or divorced families

Registration is now open for the 2nd annual Life-Giving Wounds Retreat, held at Wadhams Hall in Ogdensburg on August 11-13, 2023. This retreat is for adults whose parents separated or divorced and also for those who grew up in single-parent families. Cost for the retreat is $200 for a shared room or $250 for a single room. Financial assistance is available. Do not let cost prevent you from experiencing the healing you deserve. For more information or to register for the retreat, please contact Steve Tartaglia at startaglia@rcdony.org or 315-393-2920.

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Parish Events and Notifications

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SPAGHETTI & MEATBALL DINNER: Fundraiser for the Knights of Columbus

Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner
Saturday, May 13, 2023 Serving from 4 to 7 p.m. at St. Mary's Parish Center in Evans Mills.
Adults $9, senior citizens $8, $5 for children under 12 and children under 5 eat for free. Sauce is available for $6 per quart.
Benefit Indian River Knights of Columbus 7471.
For more information call 315-629-4678.

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ANNUAL HEALING MASS: St. Mary's Church, Clayton

St. Mary's Annual Healing Mass and Antoine Tetrault Memorial Services is set for Saturday, June 10, 2023, at 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Church in Clayton. The Celebrants will be Father Arthur LaBaff and Father Corneille Boyeye. During Mass the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is offered. Immediately following Mass will be prayer teams to pray for individual needs. A social time with refreshments will take place in the parish center following the Mass. For more information, contact St. Mary's parish office at 315-686-3398 or claytonsec@rcdony.org or visit the www.stmarysclayton.org.

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PILGRIMAGE TO THE SHRINES OF FRANCE: hosted By Father Andrew Amyot

Pilgrimage to the Shrines of France - 11 Days, November 6-16, 2023
Visiting - Lourdes • Nevers • Tours • Paris • Loire Valley • Mont St. Michel • Bayeux • Normandy • Caen • Lisieux
Hosted by Father Andrew Amyot

$3,979 per person from Montreal
(Air/land tour price is only $3,329 plus $650 government taxes/airline surcharges)
Contact: Father Andrew Amyot
(315) 384-4242 fraamyot2@gmail.com

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

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Regular Features:

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EUCHARISTIC REVIVAL RESOURCES:

Fill our our diocesan survey regarding your interested in the NY State Eucharistic Congress and the National Eucharistic Congress: https://forms.office.com/r/dWvgyHWpbt

Revival for Our Church Today: Reinvigorating Worship – Tim Glemkowski

In order to share the video, click on the share button under the video. Click on embed in order to get the embed code for your website or click on the social media link to share it on your social media page. For more information on the Eucharistic Revival see https://www.eucharisticrevival.org/

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PLANNED GIVING: 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.

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SAFE ENVIRONMENT CORNER: Did you know? ...

Did You Know…grooming and boundary violations may take place in person, but these days there is often an online component. Beware of these common tactics used by adults who contact minors via electronic means: (1) acts like a teen or pretends to be a minor themselves; (2) frequents sites that children and young people enjoy; (3) sends private messages and requests photos which can then be used to blackmail the child; (4) encourages the child to disobey parents’ rules; and (6) show pornography to minors. For more information on boundaries, contact the Safe Environment Office at (315) 393-2920.

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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:

for the April 29/30 Bulletin

A Sense of Place: Take time to be present to the slow greening of the earth in a place near you. What animals, insects, birds, plants share in this slow, unfolding process of emerging of new life in this place? How is God present in this place? Spend some quiet time with the Risen Lord here.

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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:

for the May 6/7 Bulletin

A sense of Place: Get in touch with the cycles of the earth in the place where you live. Are there trees in this place that absorb carbon dioxide and clean the air? What plants, birds and animals are sheltered here? What insects are in this place that help to pollinate the flowers? How does this place that you share with other aspects of creation nurture in you a sense of gratitude for the Creator?

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U.S. SISTERS AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING: monthly bulletin announcements

May - Pope Francis says:” Human trafficking is an open wound on the body of contemporary society, a scourge upon the body of Christ. It is a crime against humanity.” Remember in your prayers those who are in slavery to this crime. See Catholic Sisters Against Human Trafficking for more information.

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LIVING STONES - A CALL TO SERVICE: Jefferson-Lewis Commissioned Lay Ministers Meeting

The Commissioned Lay Ministers Assocation of the Jefferson-Lewis Deanery will host an evening program that will explain the work and goals of the Living Stone Planning Committee.

Pastors, deacons, parish group members, CLMS, and laity are all encouraged to attend.

Date: Thursday, April 20
Where: St. Anthony's Church, Watertown
Time: The evening starts with Mass at 5:30. Dinner will follow in Sechi Hall (downstairs of the church) at 6 p.m. The program will follow dinner at 6:45 p.m.

Upon registration, choose whether you will be joining us for dinner. Cost for dinner is $15 per person. If you are just attending the program, registration is free. Register at www.rcdony.org/clm-event

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LOVING AUTHENTICALLY: Sex, Happiness and Catholic Teaching

Loving Authentically will be offered at St. Bernard's Church in Saranac Lake on Saturday, April 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free and lunch is provided. For more information contact Steve Tartaglia at 315-393-2920 or startaglia@rcdony.org. To view recommended resources and to register, go to https://www.rcdony.org/family-life/la.html

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CATECHETICAL LEADER MEETING: Also open to confirmation teacher and interested catechists

The meeting is organized by the diocesan Faith Formation Office.

Topics:
- How to cross the generational divide (millennials, gen z and gen x demystified)
- Review and discussion of confirmation requirements
- Time for networking

Fr. Amyot Parish Center
Norfolk
Sunday, April 30
3 to 5:30 p.m.

Dinner will be provided.

To register to attend go to: www.rcdony.org/catleadermeeting

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SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH FOUNDATION: Grant Application Cycle Now Open

In the spirit of their charism, the Sisters of St. Joseph Foundation supports initiatives that foster service to the 'dear neighbor.' Its goal is to assist in developing leadership and advancing initiatives related to the corporal and spiritual works of mercy in diocesan, parish and church related programs in the North Country. Those wishing to advance their leadership role and who are supported by the director of a program may submit an application. Applications may be submitted during March and April. Grants will be a maximum of $4,000. Recipients will be notified in June. Applications may be obtained by contacting Sister Ellen Rose Coughlin, SSJ at 1425 Washington Street, Watertown, NY 13601 or by email at SSJFoundationChairperson@gmail.com

MATER DEI COLLEGE FOUNDATION- SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: Attention High School Seniors

The Mater Dei College Foundation is pleased to offer a scholarship opportunity to Catholics who are currently in their senior year of high school and who currently reside in the Diocese of Ogdensburg and are planning to attend a Catholic college or university in the fall. To request an application form, please email Valerie Mathews, Mater Dei Foundation Scholarship Chair at vmathews@rcdony.org. Application deadline is June 1, 2023.

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Updated Flyer and dates

The LETTER: A Message for our Earth

Join us for a viewing and discussion of "The Letter: A Message for our Earth." "The Letter" is a documentary about how spiritual values call us to take action on the ecological crisis. The film follows six invited leaders from around the world who were invited to the Vatican by Pope Francis to speak about the effects of climate on their communities. We will screen the 80-minute movie in three segments interspersed with discussion. Simple lunch and refreshments included.

Note: The April sessions have been postponed until September.
May 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Brushton - St. Mary’s Parish Center 769 Gale Road

To register: https://www.rcdony.org/theletter. For more information, contact mdonders@rcdony.org

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LEAD: SPRING EVENTS ANNOUNCED: Encounter Christ: Be Fed & Led

The Department of Faith Formation announces its LEAD events for Spring.
See the LEAD flyer for our next event. Registration links for events will appear in eNotes. Everyone is welcome!

NOW HIRING: Summer Camp Guggenheim

A great place to work and play.
We are hiring for the 2023 season.
For more information scan code or contact:
Anita Soltero Asoltero@rcdony.org 518-310-3669

GRANT FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES: Attn. Pastors

The Diocese of Ogdensburg annually offers two grants of $5,000 each to assist the parishes and institutions of the Diocese in providing assistance for people with disabilities.

These funds are made available from the annual contribution of the New York State Knights of Columbus to the Diocese of Ogdensburg. They will be distributed by the diocese on the recommendations of Catholic Charities and the Department of Education.

The criteria for acceptability of the request cover several factors. Improvement in already existing programs or facilities will be considered. Some ideas for funding include: adapting facilities, special equipment, training for personnel, and program development.

It is important to remember that programs which have received funding previously may not apply for the grant for the following three years. Programs/projects must show proof of additional sources of revenue to support the programs/projects.

If you wish to be considered for a grant, please plan your proposal carefully. The grant application may be downloaded HERE.

Applications must be submitted by May 19, 2023. Monies will be allocated by mid-June 2023.

If you have any questions regarding the grant and/or the application, please contact vlalonde@rcdony.org or call (315) 393-2920 ext. 1411.

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RACHEL'S VINEYARD AFTER ABORTION HEALING RETREAT: Memorial Day Weekend

If you or friend are hurting after abortion loss, please consider attending a Rachel's Vineyard healing retreat. The next retreat in our diocese is offered Friday, May 26 to Sunday, May 28 at the Guggenheim Lodge in Saranac Lake. Registration is online at www.rcdony.org/pro-life or by contacting the Respect life office at cminer@rcdony.org. A list of retreat locations outside of our diocese is available at: www.rachelsvineyard.org. You aren't alone. Help is available.

ORDINATION TO THE ORDER OF THE PRIESTHOOD AND DEACON:

Through the laying on of hands and the invocation of the Holy Spirit, the Most Reverend Terry R. LaValley, Bishop of Ogdensburg will Ordain to the Order of Priesthood Deacon Lukas Hermann Gruber and to the Order of Deacon Mr. Carter Gabriel Pierce and Mr. Douglas Alexander Schirmer.

You are cordially invited to join in the Ordination Liturgy on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Cathedral, 415 Hamilton Street, Ogdensburg, New York 13669.

A Reception will immediately follow the Liturgy downstairs in the Brzana Hall. The Ordination Mass may be viewed at www.rcdony.org/ordination. The Ordination Mass program will be available at the same link shortly before the Liturgy.

FAMILY GUGGENHEIM: Registration is open

Family Guggenheim welcomes families of all dimensions to come enjoy a special weekend in the beauty of the Adirondacks. Expect fun family workshops and activities that will have you working, laughing and praying together. Celebrate Christ’s presence in your lives!

Session 1: August 17-20, 2023
Session 2: August 24-27, 2023
Session 3: October 6-8, 2023

For more information and to register, go to www.rcdony.org/family-life/fg.html
or contact Steve Tartaglia at 315-393-2920, startaglia@rcdony.org.

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GUGGENHEIM SUMMER CAMP: The 2023 registration is open!

We are currently filling camper spots for the 2023 Summer Season.
New this year is a mini-session for youth ages 11-13 years old.
Please visit the website listed below to learn more and register your child!

Camp Guggenheim is a Catholic sleepaway camp for teens ages 11 to 18 years old. All teens of any background are welcome at Guggenheim Summer Camp. This year camp offers 1 mini-session for 11–13-year olds, 4 week-long sessions for teens ages 12 to 15 years old, and 1 week-long session for teens 16 to 18 years old.
The 2023 season starts July 5th and ends August 11th. The cost to attend the mini-session is $200 and the remaining 5 weeklong sessions cost $425 per camper. Great meals and accommodations are included in the registration fee.
The camp is located on the northern shore of Lower Saranac Lake surrounded by the Adirondack Mountains.
There are so many fun things to do at camp! Like arts and crafts, Project Adventure, Liturgy, rappelling, hiking, basketball, or soccer. Guggenheim has its very own beach where you can swim, tool around on our watercrafts and play watersports. Evenings at camp are packed with fun activities like bonfire time, a dance, outdoor movies, and camp-wide games.
Summer Camp Guggenheim is a fun place where you can make great friends, escape the craziness of the world, and just chill with cool people like you.

To sign up for camp please visit: www.rcdony.org/youth/camp or call, Jeannie Grizzuto at 315-393-2920 ext. 1413

Pilgrimages and Travel

PILGRIMAGE TO BIBLICAL TURKEY: Hosted by Fr. Donald Robinson

Pilgrimage To Biblical Turkey. 12 Days-Oct 9-20, 2023. Istanbul * Ankara * Cappadocia * Pamukkale * Ephesus * Izmir * Pergamum * Canakkale. Hosted By Fr. Donald Robinson. $2,999 From New York. For More Information, Please Contact Fr. Robinson at 315-782-1143 or email to donrob4@twcny.rr.com

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JOIN FR. CHRIS LOOBY ON AN ADVENTURE TO SPAIN & MOROCCO: November 4-17

Join Father Looby on a journey to Spain and Morocco this November 4- 17! This unforgettable trip will take you to the heart of Madrid, the historic cities of Córdoba and Seville, and the stunning Alhambra. Experience the passion and rhythm of Flamenco in Jerez de la Frontera and explore the vibrant blue streets of Chefchaouen. Journey through the spiritual centers of Fes and Rabat, and visit the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. In Marrakech, immerse yourself in the bustling markets and architecture, and enjoy a "Choice on Tour" experience. The trip will end with a visit to the iconic Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. Pricing starts at $4,949 per person for a double and $5,849 per person for single occupancy. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime adventure! For more information contact Mary McIntosh at Watertown AAA at 315-558-6372

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