eNOTES FOR JANUARY 21, 2025
(WITH BULLETIN INFORMATION FOR THE WEEKENDS OF FEBRUARY 2 AND 9, 2025)
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NATIONAL MARRIAGE WEEK: Celebrate A Lasting Love
The observances of National Marriage Week (Feb. 7-14) and World Marriage Day (Sunday, Feb. 9) are opportunities to focus on building a culture of life and love that begins with supporting and promoting marriage and the family. This year's theme is "Marriage: Source of Hope, Spring of Renewal. Pursue a Lasting Love!"
Many Parishes celebrate Marriage Week with a variety of activities. For more information about these activities, please visit our Marriage Week webpage at https://www.rcdony.org/marriageweek .
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READING THE ENCYCLICAL ON CHRISTIAN HOPE: An online brownbag discussion
Join us for a lunchtime discussion of the encyclical letter by Pope Benedict XVI “Spe Salvi: On Christian Hope." We will meet on Wednesdays, February 12, 19 and 26 from noon until 1 p.m. via Microsoft TEAMS. The document is relatively short (about 30 pages) and can be downloaded HERE. Please join us for this wonderful opportunity learn about Christian Hope and so enter more deeply into this Jubilee Year as Pilgrims of Hope.
If you would like to participate, please register at rcdony.org/brownbag. The link for the virtual meetings will be sent to you on Monday February 10. For more information, contact Marika Donders at mdonders@rcdony.org.
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IMPORTANT TPMS UPDATE: Pontifical Mission Societiesin the United States
Pontifical Mission Societies in the United States (TPMS USA), the global network supporting Pope Francis' missionary efforts through prayer and charity, has unveiled a new visual identity. This milestone marks a renewed commitment to unifying the four Pontifical Mission Societies under a shared purpose: bringing the Gospel to the world.
The new circular logo emphasizes unity: unity with Christ on the Cross and in the Eucharist, unity within the universal Church and her missionary efforts, unity with the Holy Father, and unity across the four societies comprising TPMS: the Society for the Propagation of the Faith, the Missionary Childhood Association, the Society of St. Peter the Apostle, and the Pontifical Missionary Union.
The red stars represent the United States’ connection to the global mission and honor the sacrifices of martyrs, many of whom were missionaries who made the ultimate sacrifice as they were spreading the joy of the Gospel. We are excited to share them with you and hope that you will continue to support The Pontifical Mission Societies of the Diocese of Ogdensburg, INC. in the coming years.
Contact for More Information: amichael@rcdony.org
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THE FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM: Volunteer Opportunity
Foster Grandparents are role models, mentors and friends to children with exceptional needs. The program provides a way for volunteers age 55 and over to stay active by serving children and youth in their communities. They are placed in a classroom serving with a child or children who are in need of emotional support, development of basic learning skills, friendship, companionship, encouragement, individual attention and unhurried help. The program currently has 40 volunteers and serves more than 100 kids per year.
To volunteer in this program, you can live in one of the following counties. Franklin, Essex County, Clinton County, St. Lawrence County or Jefferson County
Contact for More Information: Melissa Howard, Email: mhoward@cathcharities.org Phone: 518-359-7688
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DENIM & DIAMONDS: St. James School Gala
Save the Date! St. James School Gala Denim and Diamonds
When: Saturday, February 8 starting at 5:45 p.m.
Where: St. James School Gouverneur
Blue jeans and bling....something for everyone.
Contact for More Information: For more information visit the school's website for Gala Registration https://stjamesk-6.org/ or email Bridgette LaPierre at advancement@stjamesk-6.org
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WINTER TRIVIA NIGHT: St. Mary's Church in Canton
St. Mary's Church in Canton is hosting a Winter Trivia Night on Saturday, February 8!
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and trivia starts at 6 p.m. Ages 21+. Teams of 4-6 players (single players welcome and will be placed with a team).
$20 per person includes 2 beverages (beer, wine, soda), 2 slices of pizza, popcorn, and an opportunity to win door prizes. Free childcare will be available.
Visit cantoncatholics.com/trivia or call the parish office at (315)386-2543 to register your team!
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SPAGHETTI & MEATBALL DINNER: Fundraiser Spaghetti Dinner for Knights of Columbus (Evans Mills)
Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner, Saturday, February 8 serving from 4 to 7 p.m. at St. Mary's Parish Center, 8422 S. Main Street, Evans Mills. $9 for Adults, $8 for Senior Citizens, $5 for Children Under 12, and Children under 5 eat for free. Benefit Indian River Council 7471 Knights of Columbus.
Contact for More Information: Parish Office at 315-629-4678
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WANTED TO BUY: Meat Slicer (Clayton)
St. Mary's in Clayton would like to buy a meat slicer suitable for parish dinners.
Contact for More Information: Deacon Neil Fuller, nfuller@rcdony.org, 315-686-3398
No other new parish events were submitted. Please check your parish bulletins and previously posted submissions below.
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FINDING THE ONE: Spring Workshop at Holy Cross Church, Dewitt, Syracuse
It’s no secret, the fastest growing population in our Church, sadly, are those who have left the Church. These may include our grown children, a spouse, a parent or grandparent, another relative, or a close friend. No generation has been immune from this departure.
Let’s turn our sadness into HOPE by taking a deep dive into understanding that God works through everyone - including YOU - to act as His hand, open and outstretched, to meet people where they are, ready to listen to their story, joyfully prepared for an encounter with our sisters and brothers who have left, to welcome them home.
In addition to the variety of speakers for this event, we are honored to have Bishop Douglas Lucia as our keynote speaker. Mark your calendar for Saturday, March 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Holy Cross Church in DeWitt. There is no cost for this event and lunch will be served. To Register click HERE or scan the QR code on the flyer. For more information, contact: Deacon Jeff Dixe: jdixe@syrdio.org
UPCOMING EVENTS AT NOTRE DAME RETREAT HOUSE: Canandaigua, NY
Below is a listing of upcoming retreats and special events at the Notre Dame Retreat House, located at 5151 Foster Road, Canandaigua, NY 14424 in the Diocese of Rochester. For more infomation, or to register, go to https://notredameretreat.org/
Jan 31-Feb 2: Men’s Retreat: “Walking in Friendship with God: Pilgrims of Hope.” (Fr. Peter Sousa,C.Ss.R., Dcn Dennis Lohouse, Jodie Scordo)
February 11: Fill Your Soul Day “Stations of the Cross: An African American Saint Worthy Journey.” (Black Catholic Coalition of Rochester)
February 21: Senior Luncheon (FREE) “The Heart of Care: Finding Balance and Renewal.” (Susan Barber Skinner, PhD)
Feb 28-Mar 2: Couple’s Retreat “Walking in Friendship with God: Pilgrims of Hope.” (Fr. Bob Werth, Joe and Aline Clement, Jodie Scordo)
Mar 10-Apr 14: Lenten Book Read “I Want to See,” by Roc O’Connor, SJ (Led by Jodie Scordo - Mondays in person and online)
March 22: Lenten Women’s Retreat “A Lenten Journey . . . A Walk to the Well” (Marie Mozzi)
March 28-30: Men & Women Lenten Retreat.
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PLANNED GIVING:
Honoring Loved Ones Through Endowment Gifts: Establishing an endowment in the Foundation of the Diocese of Ogdensburg is a wonderful way to provide a lasting and meaningful gift in remembrance of a special person and at the same time support a purpose which that special person held dear. For more information, contact the Diocese at 315-393-2920 or Email slalone@rcdony.org
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the February 2 Bulletin
Signs of HOPE: In this Jubilee Year focusing on HOPE, what are some signs of hope that you see around you that give you hope for a healthier, cleaner earth that we have been entrusted with by God? For example, fewer plastic grocery bags, fewer styrofoam take-out containers, more options in stores for products made from recyclable materials, farms providing renewable energy. How many more can you name? Give thanks to God for those people who have made these options possible.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the February 9 Bulletin
Bearers of HOPE: During this Jubilee Year of HOPE, how can you and I be bearers of hope for our polluted "common home?" What are some simple choices and actions in your kitchens, bathrooms, cleaning closets that are ensuring a better way of living that others may live more healthy and sustainable lives? What is one new practice you can do to be a "bearer of hope" for the next generation?
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THE RESCUE PROJECT:Massena
Location: St Mary's Social Hall
Dates: Tuesdays Starting January 21
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Contact: Parish Office 315-769-2469 or website
We will accept free will donations.
Contact for More Information: Parish office 315-769-2469 or www.massenacatholics.com
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BECOME YOUR BEST SELF: BUILD A CLOSER RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD AND OTHERS: Next Friendship Group on January 23 at 7 p.m. via Zoom
Imagine the best conversation you’ve ever had — one that set your heart on fire, challenged your thinking, brought you closer to God, and inspired you to act. Recall how that conversation made you feel and how it changed your heart and your life. Such interactions rise to the level of the sacred — sacred conversations — dialogues that transform hearts, strengthen relationships, and make the world a better place by converting compassionate love into action.
Using Scripture, real-world examples, key scientific studies, and stories from his own formation, Dr. Reed provides approachable, fun-filled, well-researched advice on how you can use sacred conversations to become your best self and build closer relationships with others and with the Lord.
At this meeting, we will discuss chapters 1 - 3. To sign-up for the Friendship Group, receive the meeting link, and discussion questions, go to https://mailchi.mp/sophiainstitute/friendship-groups Questions? Contact Mary Beth Bracy at mbracy@sophiainstitute.com
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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, March 22, May 3, 2025.
For more information, contact Father Howard Venette – hvenette@rcdony.org
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SURVIVING DIVORCE PROGRAM: A support group for separated or divorced adults
If you or someone you know is separated or divorced and looking for hope and healing, please consider joining us for the Surviving Divorce Program. We are now accepting registrations for sessions held at the Canton location. The sessions will begin the last week in January or as soon as we receive registrations from sufficient participants. Days and times will vary by the scheduling needs of the participants. The facilitator will contact participants to set the dates and times of the meetings. For more information or help with registering, please contact Steve Tartaglia at 315-393-2920. We ask a $25 donation to cover the cost of materials.
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MONTHLY PANCAKE BREAKFAST: In Support of Augustinian Academy
Pancake Breakfast to Benefit Augustinian Academy
Sunday, February 9, 2025
8 a.m to noon
St. James Community Room, Carthage
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Scrambled Eggs, Pancakes, French Toast, Ham, Sausage, Baked Goods, Juice, and Coffee
PRICE
$9 for Adults
$7 for Seniors
$4 for Children under 10
Family of 4 or more $27
SPONSORED BY:
Carthage K of C
Father John Cosmic #291
Ave Maria Circle
Contact for More Information: 315-493-3224
SACRED HEART FRATERNITY: Come join our Franciscan Secular Order! (Next Meeting, February 9)
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
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 $4,599 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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JOB POSTING: Insurance Claims Representative
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Ogdensburg is seeking an Insurance Claims Representative. The position is responsible for processing Workers Compensation claims with the Third-Party Administrator, maintaining records and producing necessary reports. The position also supports the administration of property/liability and auto insurance.
An associate’s degree in business is preferred. Experience with NYS Workers Compensation and other insurance is preferred. Candidates should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, have the ability to work independently and manage/establish priorities to meet deadlines. Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word and Excel is required. Candidates should have the ability to learn new software.
Starting Pay Range: $44,815 - $54,581. Submit letter of interest, resume and three professional references to: Human Resources Office, Diocese of Ogdensburg, P.O. Box 369, Ogdensburg, NY 13669 or e-mail ksnover@rcdony.org.
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