eNOTES FOR JULY 26, 2022
(with bulletin information for the weekends of August 7 and 14)
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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 7 for the August 9 edition of eNotes with bulletin information for the weekends August 21 and 28 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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CELEBRATING 150 YEARS: Anniversary Mass
To give praise and glory to the Lord for the One Hundred Fiftieth Anniversary of the Founding of the Diocese of Ogdensburg, His Excellency, The Most Reverend Terry R. LaValley, cordially invites all the faithful to a special Eucharistic Celebration of Thanksgiving at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, August 10, 2022, the Feast of Saint Lawrence, at St. Mary’s Cathedral, 415 Hamilton Street, Ogdensburg. A picnic will immediately follow on the Cathedral lawn. Please join us!
Parking: Parking in the area surrounding the Cathedral will be limited. Parking and a complimentary shuttle service starting at 11:30am will be available at Ogdensburg Free Academy, 1100 State Street(State Hwy. 812), in the large lot next to the Golden Dome.
For those unable to attend, the Mass will be livestreamed at www.rcdony.org/livemass.
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YOUNG ADULT WEEKEND RETREAT AT GUGGENHEIM: Sacramentality: Encountering God Among Us.
If you are a young adult between the ages of 18 and 30something, come away with us on retreat at the Camp Guggenheim Lodge August 12-14. Come for the entire weekend or Saturday only. It will be a relaxing retreat, with an optional hike Saturday morning, reflections and discussions on Sacramental Worldview, Participating in Christ, Obstacles to Encountering Christ, and The Church, the Universal Sacrament of Salvation. Suggested cost (to defray the cost of the lodge): $25 per person (but don’t let the lack of funds stop you from attending.) Father Leagon Carlin will be with us on Saturday afternoon and will celebrate the anticipated Mass.
Meals will be potluck (we will coordinate with the participants.)
For more information contact Marika Donders at mdonders@rcdony.org or 315-393-2920 ext 1380 and to register go to www.rcdony.org/yamretreat.
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MARRIED AND RELIGIOUS JUBILEE 2022: All families are invited
We invite all families to join us at the annual Married and Religious Jubilee on September 11, 2022, at 2:30pm at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Ogdensburg. Bishop Terry R. LaValley will be presiding. Whether you have been married for less than 1 year, over 50 years, or anything in between, we want to acknowledge your commitment and celebrate with you. Married couples who wish to receive a certificate signed by Bishop LaValley and have their names appear in the program should register no later than September 2 at https://www.rcdony.org/family-life/jubileereg.html. There will be a gathering with refreshments after the Mass. For more information please contact Steve Tartaglia at 315-393-2920 or startaglia@rcdony.org.
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OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY HEALING RETREAT: Wadhams Hall
The St. Andre Bessette Sisters (SABS) of Malone, New York, is sponsoring a Healing Retreat for 30 women of the Diocese of Ogdensburg beginning Thursday, October 6, through Sunday, October 9, 2022. Women must be age 18 or older to attend. The purpose of the Healing Retreat is to ‘make more room within for God’, allowing His love and mercy to heal as He desires. The Retreat will be held at Wadham’s Hall, 6866 St. Hwy. 37, Ogdensburg, New York, 13669. Bishop LaValley, Father Bryan Stitt, Sister Kelly and Sister Grace Capuchin Sister of Nazareth, and Dave McClow will be presiding and presenting. For more information and registration visit the Diocese of Ogdensburg website at www.rcdony.org/healing. The cost per person is $250, which includes accommodations and all meals. This reasonable amount was achieved through the generous donations of many, many individuals, businesses and organizations inside and outside the Diocese. All are welcome to join the SABS in praying the 54 Day Rosary Novena beginning August 15 ending on October 7 – Feast Day of Our Lady of the Rosary, for the healing of all those who attend as well as for each and every person who offered prayers, time, treasure and talent for this very blessed event.
To Register or for more information go to: https://www.rcdony.org/healing
Parish Events and Notifications
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ROSARY FOR LIFE: Every Saturday
A Rosary for Life is recited every Saturday at 4:25 pm immediately preceding the 5pm Vigil Mass.
St. Mary's Church
68 Court St. Canton
All are welcome.
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BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL: Blueberry Breakfast, Altona
St. Ann and Holy Angels Catholic Parishes
Mooers Forks and Altona, NY
Blueberry Breakfast
Aug 7th, Sunday, at Holy Angels Parish Hall
523 Devil's Den Road, Altona
From 8am-12noon
5 and under - free; 6-12 - $5; and 12 up - $10
For more information, please call 518-236-5632
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SUMMER RAFFLE 2022: Support of St. St. James School
ST. JAMES SCHOOL 2022 Summer Raffle
ONLY 350 Tickets will be sold
Donation price of $100 each.
GRAND PRIZE: $10,000
2nd Prize: $5,000 3rd Prize: $2500
4th Prize: $1,500 5th Prize: $500
Grand Prize drawing to be held Sunday, September 11th, 2022 at the Chicken BBQ, St. James School.
ALL tickets will remain “in the drum” and eligible for every prize drawing!
Tickets are available by calling the church office at 315-287-0114.
NOTE: Per NYS Tax Law, required withholding & tax documents will be completed upon payment of prize monies. Need NOT be present to win.
No other new parish events were submitted. Please check your parish bulletins and previously posted submissions below.
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EUCHARISTIC REVIVAL RESOURCES:
You may wish to share this video on your parish website or social media:
In order to share the video go to: https://youtu.be/O-VFdnlbG9Y, and 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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SAFE ENVIRONMENT CORNER: Did you know? ...
Did You Know… Summer is a time to have fun. Here are some things you can do to help you stay safe, too. (1) Say NO if someone tries to treat you in a way that makes you confused or scared, and tell your parents or a trusted adult right away; (2) Talk with your parents about which online activities are safe and which are not; (3) Use the “buddy” system when you go swimming, and always make sure a trusted adult is supervising. For more information, contact the Safe Environment Office at (315) 393-2920.
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PLANNED GIVING: Make a Will
Good Christian Stewardship would call for the orderly disposition of our worldly goods. If you do not make a Will, the State will do so and it may not be according to your wishes.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP: Creation Care Tips
for the August 6/7 Bulletin
A challenge from Pope Benedict XVI's Message for the Celebration of World Day of Peace §7 (2010): "When making use of natural resources, we should be concerned for their protection and consider the cost entailed – environmentally and socially – as an essential part of the overall expenses incurred." Consider how my daily actions this week heed this challenge and commit to one new way.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP: Creation Care Tips
for the August 13/14 Bulletin
Thomas Merton wrote: “By reading the scriptures I am so renewed that all nature seems renewed around me and with me. The sky seems to be a pure, a cooler blue, the trees a deeper green. The whole world is charged with the glory of God and I feel fire and music under my feet.” What in scripture and nature renews and enlivens you? Share this with another person.
U.S. SISTERS AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING: monthly bulletin announcements
August – Are you aware of trafficking in your state? Do you know your state laws that protect victims? Invite a member of your state legislature to talk about laws or a state patrolman to share his/her experiences with trafficking. U.S. Catholic Sisters Against Human Trafficking
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PARISH PICNIC: Massena
Celebrate Father Mark Reilly's 25 Anniversary of the Priesthood
Location - St Mary's Church/Social Hall - 7 Sycamore St, Massena
Date - Sunday, August 7th
Time - 12Noon following 11am Mass at St Mary's
Everyone is welcome! There will be lots of food (featuring a pig roast from Pig and Moo BBQ --- yum!), games for children (and adults, too!), great company and conversation and loads of fun for all!
We ask that if you plan to attend (and we hope you do!), please contact the parish office at 315-769-2469 and let us know how many are coming, so we can properly plan for the food.
Again, congratulations to Father Mark and we hope to see you there!
FAMILY GUGGENHEIM: Registration is open
Online Registration is open for the Family Guggenheim program at www.rcdony.org/family-life/fg
Session 1 is August 18 -21. Session 2 is October 7-9. Don't delay...sessions are filling fast.
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 and laughing together. Celebrate Christ’s presence in your lives through liturgy (often outside) and special prayer services. Take time for great outdoor activities like paddle boat rides, beach volleyball, and hiking. You are never too young or too old to enjoy being family at Camp Guggenheim! For more information, please contact Steve Tartaglia at 315-393-2920 or startaglia@rcdony.org
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FOUNDATION DAY: "Joy Within Christ: A Vocation for All!"
Please join us for a festive celebration of Foundation Day, Saturday, August 13, 2022, at Our Lady of the Adirondacks House of Prayer, 7270 Star Road, Ellenburg Ctr, NY.
We remember, with gratitude, Fr. Joseph Trombley and all whose joy in Christ led to the establishment of this treasured 'listening' House. "Listen to Him!" the Holy Spirit states. "Do as He tells you," our Blessed Mother says.
9:30 AM Welcome and Coffee
10:00 AM Guest Speaker, Mary Beth Bracy, from Holy Cross Parish, Plattsburgh, who will share thoughts on her blessed vocation in Christ; Special Music with Permelia (Perry) Provost
11:00 Celebration of Saturday Morning Mass with The Rev. Terry R. LaValley, Bishop of the Diocese of Ogdensburg.
12:00 Luncheon
Please call 518-534-9976 (Sarah) or 518-594-3253 (House) to indicate how many will be joining us for lunch! All are welcome!
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RACHEL'S VINEYARD RETREAT: After-Abortion Healing Weekend
If you (or a friend) are suffering after an abortion, you're not alone. Consider participating in the next Rachel's Vineyard retreat offered September 2-4 at the Guggenheim Center in Saranac Lake. The weekend will be held at the main camp to provide more social distancing. Each retreatant will have their own room. Open to women and men. Registration is online or contact the Respect Life office 518-524-0774 or cminer@rcdony.org. Don't suffer alone. Help is available.
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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 2:30 p.m. on September 25, 2022. This year the Blue Mass will be at St. Mary's Church, 521 James Street, Clayton, NY. 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 at 315-605-1039 or ccarrara@rcdony.org.
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THE FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM: Volunteer Opportunity
To volunteer for this program you can live in one of the five Counties listed:
Franklin,Essex, Jefferson, Clinton, St. Lawrence. Please contact Melissa Howard-mhoward@cathcharities.org
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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 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!
LINKS
Office of Vocation General Intercessions Cycle C
Office of Vocations Bulletin Blurbs Cycle C
Office of Evangelization Bulletin Blurbs Cycle C