eNOTES FOR DECEMBER 10, 2024
(WITH BULLETIN INFORMATION FOR THE WEEKENDS OF DECEMBER 22 AND 29, 2024)
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Please note that the next eNotes submissions are due on Friday, December 20 for the December 24, 2024 edition of eNotes with bulletin information for the weekends of January 5 and 12 (2025!).
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SPAGHETTI & MEATBALL DINNER: Fundraiser Spaghetti Dinner for Knights of Columbus (Evans Mills)
Description: Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner, Saturday, January 11, 2025, 4 to 7 p.m. at St. Mary's Parish Center in Evans Mills. Menu includes spaghetti, meatball, salad, bread, dessert & beverage. $9 for adults, $8 for senior citizens, $5 for children under 12, and children under 5 eat for free. Benefit Indian River Knights of Columbus 7471.
Contact for More Information: Parish Office at 315-629-4678
No other new parish events were submitted. Please check your parish bulletins and previously posted submissions below.
REGULAR FEATURES:
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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. For more information, contact: Scott Lalone, Executive Director, Development Office 393-2920, slalone@rcdony.org.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the December 22 Bulletin
When you visit the Crib this Christmas, notice all of God’s creatures that shared in the birth of Christ as well as angels and humans. Let us pray with “Christ's grace… to cooperate with him in building a more just and fraternal world, in which all people and all creatures can live in peace, in the harmony of God's original creation.” (Pope Francis)
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the December 29 Bulletin
As we prepare for a new year, take some time to list any new practices you have adapted this past year in your daily routines in your effort to be a better steward of God’s creation. What new one(s) are you willing to commit to in the new year?
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SACRED HEART FRATERNITY: Come join our Franciscan Secular Order! (Next Meeting, December 15)
Meets At St. John The Baptist, Plattsburgh
All men and women, single or married, who want to live as St. Francis and live "Gospel to Life and Life to Gospel" can become part of the Secular Franciscan Order. We gather together at 12:30 p.m. the second Sunday of every month for prayer, fellowship, and formation in Plattsburgh's St. John the Baptist Church's basement. In addition, we do a retreat once a year and support in some capacity an organization that helps people like a soup kitchen.
Contact David Garrant: 518-578-8377
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A FESTIVAL OF SACRED CHRISTMAS SONGS: St. Mary's Church, Clayton
All are invited to St. Mary's Church in Clayton on Sunday, December 15, at 5 p.m. for our annual Festival of Sacred Christmas Songs. Featuring performances by St. Mary's Choir, St. Cyril's Choir, St Mary's Youth Choir, and members of Turning Point Men's Barbershop Chorus. Donations are welcome, but not necessary to attend.
Contact for More Information: St. Mary's parish office 315-686-3398
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ADVENT RETREAT: “Psalms: A Way of Prayer—Be Still and Know that I am God” (Watertown)
Register now for the annual Advent Retreat at Blessed Sacrament Education Center (former St. Patrick’s School), 733 South Massey Street, Watertown. It will be held on Sunday, December 15, 2024, from 2 to 4 p.m. Join us for an afternoon of prayer as we reflect on the “Psalms: A Way of Prayer—Be Still and Know that I am God." There will be time for personal prayer, and an opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. To register or for more information, contact Sister Bethany Fitzgerald, 315-405-4058 or Sister Mary Eamon Lyng 315-393-6511.
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UNDER THE TREE ONLINE AUCTION: Christmas Auction to Benefit St. Bernard's School, Saranac Lake
Get your Christmas shopping done while supporting St. Bernard’s School! Our Under the Tree Online Auction will be live from December 6 to 15 at www.32auctions.com/UnderTheTree2024
Bid on an incredible selection of items donated by local businesses, including:
- Unique experiences
- Beautiful artwork
- Sports memorabilia
- Quality furniture
- Home goods
- And so much more!
Every bid supports tuition assistance and essential services for the students and families in our school community. Don’t miss this chance to shop with purpose and make a difference.
Mark your calendars, spread the word, and join us in making this Christmas season truly special!
Contact for More Information: Andrea Kilbourne-Hill, kilbourne-hill@stbernardsschool.org, 518-524-1726
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100th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION: Building of St. Patrick's Church, Chateaugay
Sunday, December 15, 2024, 11 to 3 p.m.
Mini-Christmas Celebration
St. Patrick's Parish Center, Chateaugay
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St. Patrick’s Church in Chateaugay will be celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the first public Mass celebrated in the new St. Patrick’s Church in 1924.
The Jubilee Mass will be held Christmas Eve, December 24 at 4 p.m. at St. Patrick’s Church, 132 West Main Street, Chateaugay. Bishop Terry LaValley will Preside over the Jubilee Mass. All are welcome.
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Book for Sale:
If you would like to read more about: “ The Building of St. Patrick’s Church” “1916-1936”
The book is 50 + pages with lots of pictures. Books are $20 and all proceeds will be added to the Building Repairs Fund.
Books are available at
St. Patrick’s Parish Office, 132 West Main Street, Chateaugay, open Monday and Thursday 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
St. George’s Country Patch Thrift Store, 797 Depot Street in Burke Village,open Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
To receive a copy by mail:
Send your full name and address and $20 , plus $4 to cover the postage and mailer to:
St. Patrick’s Church,
132 W. Main Street,
Chateaugay, NY 12920
Please mark envelope Attn: Book order.
Contact for More Information: Debbie Recore, Secretary 518-497-6673
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TRIVIA NIGHT: Fundraiser for Seminarians
The Vocations Committee for the Catholic Churches of Ogdensburg (St. Mary’s Cathedral and Notre Dame), Heuvelton (St. Raphael’s) and Lisbon (Ss. Philip and James) is planning a Trivia Night for Friday, January 3, 2025, at the Martin Fieldhouse, 721 Hasbrouck, Street, Ogdensburg. All funds raised will be donated to the Diocese of Ogdensburg to help offset the miscellaneous college costs for the seminarians. Join us for a night of fun and friendly competition in a contest of general knowledge across a variety of topics! Teams of up to 6 will compete for the bragging rights and the Grand Prize. All players are eligible for door prizes! Register your team by December 1 at $20 per person and receive a free mulligan (answer). Doors open at 6 p.m. Trivia starts at 7 pm. More rules and registration at www.saintmaryscathedral.net/trivia or use the QR code or email vocationsarenottrivial@rcdony.org
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PRIESTHOOD DISCERNMENT: updated schedule
Discernment is a call, listen with others. It is a journey of faith, traveling with companions. Are you a single Catholic man, of high school age or older, who is hearing the Lord’s call to the Priesthood? You are invited to join fellow discerners and Father Howard Venette for the following gatherings from
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch will be provided.
To attend a session with Father Venette, please register on-line.
https://www.rcdony.org/priesthooddiscernment
St. Mary’s Church, Canton January 25, 2025; March 22, 2025; May 3, 2025.
For more information contact: Father Howard Venette – hvenette@rcdony.org
JOIN FATHER CHRIS LOOBY THE HOLY YEAR PILGRIMAGE TO ROME & ASSISI
Join Father Chris Looby of St. Alexander's in Morrisonville, St. Augustine's in Peru, and St. James in Cadyville for the 2025 Jubilee: The Holy Year Pilgrimage to Rome & Assisi from October 15 to October 23, 2025. This 9-day journey includes visits to Rome's sacred sites, a Papal Blessing in Saint Peter’s Square, the Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi, and a tour of the Vatican, including the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Holy Door. Experience the Seven Pilgrim Churches, the Holy Stairs, and daily Mass. Extend your trip with a Venice and St. Anthony of Padua post-tour extension. Enjoy worry-free travel with our cancellation waiver and protection plan. Pricing starts at $4,199 per person for double occupancy and $4,799 for single occupancy, with a $350 per person savings. For more details and to reserve your spot, contact Mary McIntosh at AAA Travel Center at mmcintosh@nyaaa.com or (315) 558-6372. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime spiritual journey!
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 $4599 from Montreal 11 Days - November 5-15, 2025 (Air/land price is $3949 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 3 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!
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