eNOTES FOR August 10, 2021
(with bulletin information for the weekends of August 22 and 29)
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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 August 22 for the August 24 edition of eNotes with bulletin information for the weekends September 5 and 12. 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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HEALING MASS FOR SEPARATED AND DIVORCED: August 18, 4PM at Camp Guggenheim
Join in prayer for all those hurting from the pain and loss of separation or divorce. Resources available. For more information contact the Family Life Office 315-393-2920 Ext 1420 startaglia@rcdony.org
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THE MYSTERY OF THE HOLY EUCHARIST: BELIEVE, CELEBRATE, LIVE:
Attention all parish ministers: RCIA, Catechetical Leaders, Catechists, Youth Ministers, Commissioned Lay Ministers
Those serving in any ministry in their parish are welcome to attend this event at the location most convenient to them.
Purpose: To refocus our attention on the Holy Eucharist as a "Mystery to be believed, a Mystery to be celebrated, a Mystery to be lived." - Bishop LaValley, Chrism Mass Homily, March 20, 2021
When: Saturday, September 18
Time: 9:00am - 3:30pm
Where: IHC in Watertown, St. James School in Gouverneur, St. Mary's School in Ticonderoga, Seton Catholic in Plattsburgh, St. Edmund's Parish Center in Ellenburg, St. Peter's Church in Lowville, the parish center in Waddington, and St. Mary's Parish Center in Brushton
This is an in-person event only. Attendees must bring their own lunch. Light refreshments will be provided.
REGISTRATION IS DUE BY SEPTEMBER 1. Space is limited therefore registration is first come, first serve.
Register at: https://www.rcdony.org/mysteryeucharist
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VIRTUAL LEAD EVENT: DIGITAL CATECHESIS: Attention all catechists
Join us for a look at "Digital Catechesis" - understanding the interaction and effects of the digital environment on our Faith Formation programs. How do we combat isolation, and engender accompaniment instead?
Date: Saturday, August 21
Time: 9:45am - 12:00pm
Presenter: Kathy Hendricks of Sadlier Publications
Register at: https://www.rcdony.org/digital-catechesis
A link to the event will be emailed as the date approaches.
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BLUE MASS: Save the Date
Bishop Terry R. LaValley cordially invites all Police, Corrections, Fire and EMS Personnel to the Diocese of Ogdensburg Blue Mass at 2 p.m. on September 26, 2021. This year the Blue Mass will be at Notre Dame Church, 11 Church Place, Malone. The entire New York North Country Community is invited to join in prayer for the safety and wellbeing of all first responders and public safety personnel.
For more information contact, Fr. Chris Carrara 315-605-1039 or ccarrara@rcdony.org.
Parish Events and Notifications
No new parish events were submitted. Please check your parish bulletins and previously posted submissions below.
Regular Features:
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SAFE ENVIRONMENT CORNER: Did you know?
Did You Know…the Monique Burr Foundation endorses 5 Safety Rules to help keep children safe. Rule #3 – Make a Move. If you suspect a child is being abused, trust yourself and act. If a child tells you that abuse or bullying has happened, praise them for telling you and take action immediately. Report bullying to the school or organization where it occurred. Report child abuse to Child Protective Services, and unsafe online behaviors to law enforcement. For more information, visit www.mbfpreventioneducation.org.
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PLANNED GIVING: Creating a Legacy of Love
The following are steps to make your life is in order before God calls you:
- Draft a Will.
- Leave enough liquid cash in an obvious location to sustain your survivors to pay your expenses of your estate.
- Plan your own funeral.
- Leave no financial debt.
- Write your own obituary.
- Organize your records.
- Choose a time to openly discuss these plans with loved ones.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the August 21/22 Bulletin
Summertime seems to lure us outdoors to grow in an ever deeper and loving relationship with planet earth and all its inhabitants. As children we shared what was perhaps a small home; now we share a planet one that is charged with wonder; and one that we are charged with a task to protect and repair.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the August 28/29 Bulletin
“Stop for a moment. Look! Let a tiny aspect of nature come into focus. Admire. Notice peace and joy within you. Sense the mystery. When enriched move on, only to return later. Gradually the doors of your perception are cleansed: you see beyond, and glimpse the divine source.” Finding God in a Leaf: the Mysticism of Laudato Si by Brian Grogan, SJ (pg. 34)
PREVIOUSLY POSTED
The Diocese of Ogdensburg is actively following the directive of the county public health departments to ensure that all diocesan parishes, schools, ministries, and charities are responding appropriately to the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). For up-to-date diocesan resources, live-streamed Masses, and other information related to the Coronavirus pandemic, please visit www.rcdony.org/covid-19 .
Parishes are encouraged to share the information found on this page with parishioners via their websites, social media or any other available communications methods.
Mary Immaculate, our Mother and our Patroness,
we ask you to intercede for us with your Son,
as you did at the wedding in Cana.
Pray for us, loving Mother,
and gain for our diocese, our nation and our world,
for our families and loved ones,
the protection of your Maternal mantle from this dreaded virus.
In this time of trial and testing,
teach all of us to love one another and to be patient and kind.
Help us to bring the peace and healing Presence of Jesus to our land and to our hearts.
We come to you with confidence,
knowing that you are our compassionate mother,
health of the sick and cause of our joy.
Keep us in the embrace of your arms,
Help us always to know the love of your Son, Jesus our Lord.
AMEN.
ASSUMPTION OF MARY: Special Celebration, Canton, NY
Feast of the Assumption - August 15
Parish Feast Day
Special 10am Mass
Followed by Marian Procession
Picnic BBQ with fun & games on the lawn
St. Mary's
68 Court St. Canton
Info at cantoncatholics.com or call (315) 386-2543
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SJS VIKINGS' ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT: "Swinging for Education"
Proceeds to benefit St. James School
Preregister your team and be entered into a drawing for FREE REGISTRATION NEXT YEAR!!
DATE: Sunday, August 22, 2021
TIME: Registration 9 a.m. - Shot Gun Start 10 a.m.
PLACE: Emerald Greens Golf Course, Rte. 11, Gouverneur
COST: $50 Per Person, $200 Per Team
Includes: Green Fees, Cart Fee, Welcome Gift, Hot Dog Lunch, Cash Bar, Dinner, and a Chance to win great prizes!
Door Prize, 50/50, contest and more!
Pre-Registration: St. James Parish Office or print a registration form from our Facebookpage or website www.stjamesk-6.org.
Pre-Registration is strongly suggested. For more information call 315-287-0114 or 31-487-8173.
$1,000 CASH PAYOUT TO SPLIT FOR BEST
TEAM SCORE: MEN, WOMEN & COED
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OUR LADY HELP OF PERSECUTED CHRISTIANS: Special Prayer Service, Canton, NY
Prayer Service before the icon of Our Lady Help of Persecuted Christians.
September 2 at 7 p.m.
St. Mary's Church
68 Court St Canton
More info at cantoncatholics.com or call (315)386-2543.
Social hour to follow featuring our famous peach cobbler.
All are welcome!
THE BEST OF ISRAEL: In The Footsteps Of Jesus
THE BEST OF ISRAEL: 8 DAYS IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF JESUS
Join Fr. Clement Rimonds and Fr. Douglas Decker for 8 days in Israel. Departing November 30, 2021, $2,500.00pp/do, Includes: Roundtrip Airfare from Syracuse, Guided Sightseeing with Top Tour Guides, 5 Nights Stay in a First Class Bethlehem Hotel, Unpack & Pack Only Once, Deluxe Motorcoach transportation, Entrance and Program Fees, Breakfast & Dinner Daily & Airport Transfers
For more information, contact Lisa Reed @ 518-332-8414. Email: happytravelswithlisa@gmail.com
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SUMMER RAFFLE 2021: St. James School, Gouverneur
For tickets contact St. James Parish at 315-287-0114
St. James School Summer Raffle
GRAND Prize: $10,000
2nd Prize: $5000
3rd Prize: $2500
4th Prize: $1500
5th Prize: $500
GRAND PRIZE DRAWING WILL BE HELD SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th
All tickets will remain “in the drum” and be eligible for EVERY prize drawing!!
Only 350 tickets will be sold.
Donation price of $100 each.
Tickets will be available after Masses & from the school or parish offices. Winner need NOT be present to win. NYS Tax documentation required.
Thanks for your support!!
SEEKING HOUSE DIRECTOR AND COMMUNITY: Our Lady of the Adirondacks House of Prayer
Have you ever wished you could live in community with others who love God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit? Are you someone who loves Mary, are excited by the lives of the saints, who knows that building the kingdom means now but are not quite sure how you are called? Are you someone who is gentle and trustworthy, not given to addictions or vice, hard-working and still active… someone who trusts God in all things, is wise in the things that are important, and takes great joy in the Roman Catholic faith? Perhaps you or someone you know would be a good resident at Our Lady of the Adirondacks House of Prayer, located in Ellenburg Center, NY. Or perhaps you are already part of a small community which is looking for a home and a mission. Come and visit us and see if the contemplative-active life is for you. A word of caution... the House of Prayer is very rural and isolated especially in the winter. As of the present moment, there is no community living there, but the Board of Directors is actively looking for 3-5 people, including a House Director, to live on its premises and help keep this Marian treasure vibrant within the North Country for all. Please call 518-534-9976 (Sarah) or 518-518-578-6949 (Jeanette) for more information.
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PRAYER AND ADORATION: Calling Commissioned Lay Ministers
Date: Wednesday, August 18 every third Wednesday
Time: 6:30pm -7pm
Place: Sacred Heart Church, Massena, NY
Please join us for rosary, prayer and Adoration
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CLM ANNUAL MEETING & BBQ: For St. Lawrence, Franklin, and Adirondack Deaneries
The Commissioned Lay Ministers Association in SLFA Deaneries are invited to attend an annual meeting and barbeque.
When: Sunday, September 19
Time: 1pm - 4pm
Where: Camp Guggenheim, Saranac Lake
Celebrate Mass with Bishop LaValley at 1pm.
It is free to attend, just enjoy the beautiful scenery and a hotdog and hamburger cookout.
Registration to attend is required at: www.rcdony.org/clm-event
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EGYPT AND THE GREAT NILE CRUISE: Don't Miss This Trip Of A Lifetime!!
11 Days - November 8 - 18, 2021
CAIRO - LUXOR - EDFU -
KOM OMBO - ASWAN - MEMPHIS - SAKKARA
Hosted by Father Donald A. Robinson
$3499 from New York*
* Air/Land tour price is $2899 plus $600 gov't taxes/airline surcharges
For more information, please contact Father Donald A. Robinson at (315) 782-1143 or donrob4@twcny.rr.com
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OBERAMMERGAU PILGRIMAGE: Classic Austria and Germany Pilgrimage Featuring the Passion Play of Oberammergau!
Classic Austria and Germany Pilgrimage
Featuring the Passion Play of Oberammergau!
Hosted by Father Andrew Amyot
11 Days: September 13-23, 2022
$4099 per person from Montreal (Air/land tour price is $3599 plus $500 government taxes/airline surcharges)
Visiting: Heidelberg, Rhine Valley, Innsbruck, Salzburg, Vienna, Altötting, Munich & Rothenburg!
Price includes: Roundtrip air from Montreal, First Class/Select hotels, hotels & guesthouses in Oberammergau, First Class (Category 1) admission tickets for the Passion Play, most meals, comprehensive sightseeing by private motor coach with an English-speaking guide and much more!
FOR DETAILED BROCHURE, PLEASE CONTACT FATHER AMYOT at (315) 384-2064 or fraamyot2@twcny.rr.com
SPACE IS LIMITED – BOOK NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!
This is your last chance to experience the world-famous Passion Play of Oberammergau until 2030!
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ITALY PILGRIMAGE: Featuring the Passion Play of Oberammergau
11 Days - May 23 - June 2, 2022
ROME - ASSISI - FLORENCE - VENICE - INNSBRUCK - MUNICH
Hosted by Father Donald A. Robinson
$4266 from New York*
*Air/Land tour price is $3721 plus $545 gov't taxes/airline surcharges
For more information, Please contact Father Donald A. Robinson at (315) 782-1143 or donrob4@twcny.rr.com
Space is Limited - Sign Up Today!!
CRUISE NORWAY IN JULY OF 2022
Join Father John Yonkovig of St. Agnes in Lake Placid for a wonderful 14-day cruise on Holland America's new "Rotterdam," setting sail on July 9, 2022. For more information check the website: www.stagneslakeplacid.com
LINKS
Office of Vocation General Intercessions Cycle B
Office of Vocations Bulletin Blurbs Cycle B
Office of Vocation Seasonal Bulletin Blurbs