eNOTES FOR August 18, 2016
(with bulletin information for the weekends of August 28 and Sept 4)
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FROM THE OFFICE OF THE MODERATOR OF THE CURIA:
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DISASTER TRAINING FOR PARISHES AND DIOCESES: Shepherding in Trying Times Webinar
Free webinar offered by Father Steve Rosetti for priests and others in ministry to help other in times of crisis.
Tragic, violent events are in the news daily, and in the wake of the recent terrorist attacks and other incidents, many people feel overwhelmed and fearful. Priests, religious and lay ministers are called to care for and help heal those touched by terrorism and trauma. Rev. Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, D.Min.,Ph.D., explores the psychological and spiritual impact of trauma on individuals and faith communities and offers strategies for navigating these difficult times. He also discusses how our faith life can strengthen our ability to offer pastoral care in times of crisis.
Who Should Participate:
Priests, deacons, men and women religious, lay ministers, and those involved in vocations, formation, or clergy and ministry personnel needs.
Reflection Questions:
Questions for reflection and discussion prior to the learning session are provided below.
1.How have traumatic experiences affected my ability to help others heal?
2.Do I feel prepared to deal with terrorism and trauma in my ministry?
3.How can I draw on my own faith and the faith of others to help us all face and heal from
trauma?
Link to webinar site: https://www.sliconnect.org/product/shepherding-tragic-times/
FROM THE BISHOP'S FUND OFFICE:
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BISHOP'S FUND PARISH MANUAL
The Bishop's Fund Parish Manual which includes Bishop LaValley's Pulpit Letter and In-Pew Manual is now available on the Pastoral Documentation Page at: http://pastoral.rcdony.org/Development/Bishops%20Fund%20Manual.pdf
FROM THE INSPIRE: CALLED TO LOVE CHOIR SUB-COMMITTEE
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INSPIRE REGIONAL CHOIR REHEARSALS ARE SET:
Just a reminder of the upcoming Regional Choir Rehearsal dates (see attachment) for your respective areas. Remember the first date is mandatory as choir members will be receiving your music booklets that evening from their Regional Director. Also we ask that you spread the word among those participating as there were many who did not provide an email address so we have no way to reach out to those folks. Your help will be greatly appreciated! Please also include your regional rehearsal in your bulletin and on your social media. Thank you. CLICK HERE FOR REGIONAL REHEARSAL SCHEDULE
Bulletin Editors: Please add these notices to your parish bulletin(s). You can simply cut the text and paste it in your bulletin.
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Get to know the speakers presenting at INSPIRE: Called to Love.
Do you want to register for INSPIRE: Called to Love but are not sure which speakers to choose? Head over to the website: www.inspirecalledtolove.org and click on the SPEAKERS tab at the top of the page. We have added sample videos to each of the main speakers pages so you can get a preview of who they are. Then be sure to click on the Registration page and register. We have added a step-by-step instruction video on the Registration page. INSPIRE: Called to Love is a summit for everyone to reflect on our universal call to holiness. Each one of us has a vocation. Come and learn more about how to deepen YOUR baptismal call to holiness. For more information, be sure to check out the June 15 Special Edition of the North Country Catholic which will focus on the INSPIRE: Called to Love Summit at Lake Placid on September 25, 2016. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DEADLINE FOR REGISTERING IS SEPT. 9!
2016 BISHOP'S FUND PRAYER:
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2016 YOUTH RALLY: INSPIRE: Called to Love
Open to all students in grades 6-12, the 2016 Youth Rally will be part of Inspire: Called to Love! The Youth Rally will include an interactive park and a performance by Full Armor Band. Register today at www.inspirecalledtolove.org/register.asp
VOCATIONS eNEWSLETTER: Every Third Tuesday
The Vocations Office publishes an eNewsletter every third Tuesday of the Month. Read the latest issue by going to http://www.rcdony.org/vocations/newsletter.html. If you are interested in receiving the Vocations eNewsletter directly by email, send a message to Fr. Stitt at bstitt@rcdony.org and he will add you to the distribution list.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
(for the August 27/28 Bulletin)
Did you know that keeping your tires properly inflated can save an estimated 2 billion gallons of gas each year? In addition to keeping tires trim, make sure to get regular tune-ups and filter changes—proactive maintenance will help you burn less gas while saving you from car trouble. Burning less gas is a way that we can be stewards of God’s creation by saving natural resources and limiting air pollution for a cleaner, safer, environment.
Submitted by: Gina Fiorile
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
(for the September 3/4 Bulletin)
In his Encyclical on the Environment, Pope Francis said, “Yet access to safe drinkable water is a basic and universal human right, since it is essential to human survival.” You can help conserve water by avoiding buying new “water-intensive” products such as cotton, electronics, and paper which all require a lot of water in their production. Also try buying used clothing and recycled paper whenever possible. In doing so, we can be stewards of the Earth and conserve water for our spiritual brothers and sisters who don’t have access to safe drinking water.
Submitted by: Gina Fiorile
PRE-CANA MINISTRY: Volunteers Needed
Have you and your spouse ever considered witnessing to engaged couples the beauty of the Sacrament of Marriage? There are many ways married couples can participate in Pre-Cana ministry in our diocese. Newly married couples and couples married for many years all have something to offer. We are in particular need of presenting couples for the Clinton Deanery. If you would be interested in finding out more about how you can witness to the beauty of the Sacrament of Marriage to engaged couples, please contact Dc. Henry and Dayna Leader at (315) 287-2874 or (315) 323-0827 or by email at: dleader@rcdony.org.
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INSPIRE: Called to Love: sign up today. Don't miss out! DEADLINE FOR REGISTERING IS SEPT 9.
As of today, over 2300 people have signed up already for INSPIRE: Called to Love from all over our Diocese and beyond. Don't let this opportunity to be inspired by world renowned speakers and by the gathering of the faithful of the North Country. The youth rally will be part of this great event. The liturgy will be supported and enhanced by a choir from all over the diocese. The Regional Choir rehearsal schedule has been posted. In case you missed the issue of the North Country Catholic which focused on INSPIRE: Called to Love, check it out here: http://goo.gl/zUAxLX and be sure to subscribe to our award winning local Catholic paper at www.northcountrycatholic.org.
FAMILY GUGGENHEIM 2016!: Come Celebrate Family
Second Session August 18-21, Third Session October 7-9 at Camp Guggenheim, Saranac Lake NY
As the school year comes to a close, do you dream of a family vacation that will reconnect your family members? Do you long to jump off the merry go round of hectic schedules, activities and commitments that pull you away from family time? Come experience Family Guggenheim! You will enjoy a four day get away in the beautiful Adirondacks where you will be able to hike, swim and praise with other faithful families! You will enjoy engaging workshops, free time for the beach and nature and rest, fishing, liturgies, family rosary, campfires, a variety show, prayer, and lots of time to play. Come celebrate and rediscover your family and rejuvenate in carefree timelessness. Come experience the only place for your vacation; Family Guggenheim! For more information contact: Deacon Henry and Dayna Leader dleader@rcdony.org 315-287-2874
FOUNDERS DAY CELEBRATION: Our Lady of the Adirondacks House of Prayer
Mark your calendar for Saturday August 27th! Come, join us for our Founder's Day Celebration, where you can meet and greet The Most Reverend Bishop Terry R. LaValley.
Come join us for our Founder's Day Celebration at Our Lady of the Adirondacks House of Prayer 7270 Star Rd. Rte 190, Ellenburg Center, NY 12934. Founded by our beloved Fr. Joseph Trombley 44 years ago. Start time is 10:00 AM with Fr. Jack Downs presenting a program on Mercy. At 11:00 AM a Mass will be celebrated by The Most Reverend Bishop Terry R. LaValley. A Spaghetti Dinner will follow. We are expecting a large turnout so make sure to reserve a seat! Please RSVP by calling: (518) 594-3253 or emailing: olaprayerhouse@gmail.com or see the website: www.ourladyoftheadirondacks.com/
RACHEL'S VINEYARD: After Abortion Healing Retreat
If you or a friend are suffering after an abortion, consider attending a Rachel's Vineyard retreat at Guggenheim Lodge, Saranac Lake. The next retreat will be September 2-4, 2016. Chaplain for the fall retreat is Fr. Bryan Stitt. A confidential registration form is located at www.rcdony.org/pro-life. For more information, contact Colleen Miner: 518-524-0774
CATHOLIC MEN'S RETREAT
Are you ready to step "Into the Breach"? Based on Bishop Olmsted's Apostolic Exhortation "Into The Breach", weekend participants are encouraged and challenged to reclaim and live the virtues of Christian masculinity Sept 9 - 11 at Camp Guggenheim, Saranac Lake. Outdoor activities include canoeing and hiking. $100 includes meals and lodging. Online registration coming soon or for more information please contact John Miner 518-354-0727 jdminer@roadrunner.com
FALL WEEKEND RETREAT FOR ADULTS: Sept. 16-18, 2016
Theme: “Pondering the ‘Gospel of Creation’ *(taken from Laudato Si, Chapter 2). Date: Sept. 16-18, 2016. Place: Guggenheim Lodge, Saranac Lake. Weekend will be facilitated by Sister Bethany Fitzgerald, SSJ and will include a guided nature walk by Adirondack guide, times to pray and to share with others the spiritual wisdom revealed by God in the Season of Autumn. Mass will be offered by Fr. Paul Kelly during the weekend. Space limited. For more info., call 315-212-6592 or email srbethssj@gmail.com
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LAST CHANGE FOR DOVS PILGRIMAGE: Pilgrimage to Divine Mercy Shrine
Deadline for sign up is Sunday August 28!
Join Bishop LaValley, Father Bryan Stitt, the Diocese of Ogdensburg Vocations Society, and Catholics from across the Diocese for a pilgrimage to the Divine Mercy Shrine to pray for Vocations. Single Occupancy $460, Double Occupancy $335/each. Pilgrimage includes Mass and tour at Divine Mercy Shrine in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, Holy Hour, Mass and tour of Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany, visit to the Norman Rockwell Museum, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, bus transportation, and hotel. For more information contact Anne at 315-353-2950 or Connie at 315-265-2762
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40 DAYS FOR LIFE: Prayer Vigil to end Abortion
From September 28 through November 6, you’re invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life – 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. You’re also invited to stand and peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood, 66 Brinkerhoff Street, Plattsburgh, NY, and also to help spread the word about this important community outreach. If you’d like more information – and especially if you’d like to volunteer to help, please contact campaign leader: Nancy Belzile 518-593-6024 For more information and to sign up for an hour go to this website: https://40daysforlife.com/local-campaigns/plattsburgh/ Pray-ers on the sidewalk will need to sign a Petition of Peace please contact campaign leader. A campaign flyer for you to print out will be provided soon!
SCOUTING EMBLEM REMINDER: Attention all Catholic Boy and Girl Scouts
There may still be time to complete a religious emblem before this year’s annual Scout Mass with Bishop LaValley. The Mass is scheduled for Sunday, October 2nd at 10:00 at St. Bernard’s in Saranac Lake. For more information, go to www.rcdony.org/scouting or contact Scott Quinell at 315-212-0137 / bsaquinell@gmail.com
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ERCLMA'S FALL EVENT:
The Eastern Region Commissioned Lay Ministers’ Association serves the commissioned lay ministers of the Clinton, Essex and Hamilton-Herkimer deaneries. We are happy to announce our Fall Event on Friday, October 14 at St. Augustine’s Church and Parish Center in Peru starting at 5:00 pm. The evening will begin with honoring our Blessed Mother by praying her Rosary together in church, followed by Mass celebrated by Bishop Terry LaValley.
All diocesan commissioned lay ministers, active or not, are welcome! We invite all priests (active or retired), deacons and religious of the 3 deaneries. After Mass, we will move to the Parish Center for dinner and our keynote speaker, Bishop LaValley.
Please RSVP by October 5 through the Formation for Ministry Office at (315) 393-2920 or jgruzzito@rcdony.org. The event costs $10. Thank you!
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SHRINES OF ITALY PILGRIMAGE: April 18-28, 2017
Join Fr. Chris Looby of St. Mary's Church of Evans Mills on a pilgrimage visiting the shrines of Italy April 18-28, 2017! Highlights will include Rome, Assisi, San Giovanni Rotondo, Tomb of Padre Pio, Abbey of Santissima Trinita, Madonna del Rosario, Vatican City, Papal Audience, Christian Rome City Tour, St. Paul Outside the Walls, St. John Lateran, St. Peter's Basilica, St. Mary Major and much more! Book now and save $100 per person. For more information, visit www.indianrivercatholics.org or call Apt to Travel at 315-265-4340. Viva Italia!
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ADORATION FOR VOCATIONS: St. James Church in Carthage.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament for vocations St. Joseph Cupertino Fraternity of Secular Franciscans will have 2 hours of adoration of the Blessed Sacrament from10 am to 12 noon at St. James Church in Carthage, NY on Saturday, 8/27. All are welcome to come for all or part of this time. We will be praying for vocations. For more information, contact: Anne Thomas. act1328@outlook.com; 315-646-3687
8TH ANNUAL FREE SUMMER CONCERT: Raising a Joyful Noise
St. Cyril's Church of Alexandria Bay proudly presents: Our 8th Annual Free Summer Concert, Raising a joyful noise!!
Sunday August 28th, 4:00 p.m. at St. Cyril's Church, Rock Street, Alex Bay.
Please join the world traveled St. Cyril's Choir, under the direction of Rebecca Rose, as they present their 8th annual free summer concert on Sunday August 28th at 4:00 p.m. The concert is performed at St. Cyril's Church in Alex Bay at 4:00 p.m. The choir will be performing a program of religious and patriotic music all revolving around the theme of Ubi Caritas - peace and love. In this world of ours today, we are excited to present this program of peace and love, and we hope that many people join us for an afternoon of free, inspirational, beautiful music. Please join us for an afternoon of wonderful choral music.
WEEKLY ADORATION: St. Andrew's Church in Sackets Harbor
St. Andrew's Church in Sackets Harbor has weekly exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on every Friday from 5-6pm. All are welcome. For more information, contact Anne Thomas: act2328@outlook.com, 315-646-3687
WEEKLY EUCHARISTIC ADORATION, St. Patrick's Church, Watertown:
St. Patrick's Church in Watertown sponsors weekly Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament on Thursdays. The Monstrance is placed on the Altar at the end of Noon Mass. Our doors remain open until 8:00 pm. All are welcome. For more information contact Dc. Mastellon at 315-782-6086
MONTHLY PRAYER GROUP: Senior Housing, Mooers, NY
We meet every second Friday at 1pm each month to pray for all the sick in our parishes. The group was formed several years ago when Dot and Nancy wanted to pray for all the sick in their parish, St. Louis of France. Now we meet at the Senior Housing in Mooers and pray for all the people added to our list each month. All are welcome. The Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet are recited within the prayer service. Prayer and snack lasts about an hour. For more information, contact: Nancy Monette at nmonette@charter.net
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HOST FAMILIES NEEDED
We are looking for hosts who can provide a caring, supportive home away from home.
Hosting an international student can be a very rewarding experience! Our host families and students build life-long relationships and give one another the experience of a lifetime.
Here are just a few of the things you need to know:
You will need to provide meals throughout the week and weekend (students receive lunch at school)
You will need to provide transportation to/from school and extra-curricular activities (busing and carpooling maybe an option)
Students are required to pay for anything outside of basic living expenses. “Basic living expenses” include shelter, heat, food, transportation, fuel, love & care. Students will use their own money for items such as lunch at the mall, going to the movies, purchasing books, going out with friends, mini-vacations, etc.
There is a stipend for room and board.
For more information call or email Jodi Ramos at 315-788-4670 or jodi.ramos@ihcschools.org
MOTHER THERESA PORTRAIT
In celebration of the canonization of Mother Teresa on September 4, 2016, Gellman Images is proud to release beautifully framed prints of this beloved servant of God’s people. For more information and to order prints, please refer to the attached order form. Thank you.
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UPCOMING EVENTS ON THE DIOCESAN CALENDAR
August 18-21: Family Guggenheim Session 2
August 23-24: CORE
August 28 Youth Pilgrimage to Divine Mercy Shrine
September 2-4: Rachel's Vineyard Retreat
September 9-11: Men's Retreat
September 15-18: Men's Cursillo Retreat
September 17: Bishop's Meeting with Religious Delegates
SEPTEMBER 25: INSPIRE: Called to Love
September 30-Oct 2 Leadership Weekend
Bulletin Announcements opposing Assisted Suicide
Office of Vocation Bulletin Blurbs
Office of Vocations General Intercessions
Office of Vocations Newsletters
Office of the New Evangelization Blog