eNOTES FOR MARCH 12, 2020
(with bulletin information for the weekends of March 22 and March 29, 2020)
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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. Others can subscribe on the eNotes webpage at www.rcdony.org/enotes.
The next submission deadline is March 23 for the March 26 edition of eNotes with bulletin information for the weekends April 5 and 12. The link to the submission form can also be found in the left-hand column 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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COMBINED CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES AND PETER’S PENCE COLLECTION: Oral and Bulletin announcements for your parish
Please support the COMBINED CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES AND PETER’S PENCE COLLECTION on March 21 and 22. You can download Word and/or PDF versions of oral and bulletin announcements for this second collection. Thank you for your support!
FROM THE IT DIRECTOR: Tips on how to spot Spoofing Emails
Email spoofing is the forgery of an email header so that the message appears to have originated from someone other than the actual source (usually someone you know). It is often used to trick people in giving up information or send money.
Don’t trust the display name, always look at the from email address to make sure it is a real email that you know.
Check for spelling mistakes.
Don’t give up personal information.
Beware of urgent or threatening language in the subject line.
If you are not sure, call the person or send them an email to ask them. Don't reply to the suspect email, send them a new email to the address you have in your contacts.
For more information contact Ian Fawcett at ifawcett@rcdony.org.
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APRIL IS CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH: Resources
The USCCB Secretariat of Child & Youth Protection has made available a resource guide to assist the parishes in promoting April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Click on this link or the image above and you will have all the material you need for your April liturgies and suggested activities which can be used in your parish. Please choose what you find applicable to your parish needs.
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SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH FOUNDATION: Grant Application Cycle Now Open
The Sisters of St. Joseph Foundation is established in the spirit of its charism - to enable service of the 'dear neighbor'. Its goal is to assist in developing leadership for diocesan, parish and church related programs in the North Country. Applicants must be applying for or be currently active in a leadership role in a diocesan, parish or established program and be sponsored by the Director of that program. Applications may be submitted during March and April. Grants will be a maximum of $4000 and recipients will be notified by the beginning of June. Applications may be obtained by contacting Sister Shirley Anne Brown, SSJ at P.O. Box 42, Hammond, NY 13646 or by email at shirleybrownssj44@gmail.com.
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PONTIFICAL GOOD FRIDAY COLLECTION: Helping Christians in the Holy Land
The linked document (in Word and PDF formats) has a bulletin announcement, optional pulpit announcement and other resources. Thank you for your help with required collection.
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SUNDAY CELEBRATION IN ABSENCE OF A PRIEST (SCAP) WORKSHOPS: Save The Date
Attention Pastors, Deacons, and Lay Leaders
Save the Date for the 4 Workshop Locations
Please plan to join other Pastors, Deacons, and Lay Leaders invited by their pastors in:
• Lowville (St. Peter’s Church Hall), Wednesday, April 22 at 7PM
• Champlain (St. Mary’s new Parish Center), Thursday, April 23 at 1030 AM
• Lake Placid (St. Agnes School), Wednesday, April 29 at 7PM
• Morristown (St. John’s Parish Center), Monday, May 4 at 2PM
Online Registration Form will follow soon. For more information contact: Father Bryan Stitt, Worship Director at bstitt@rcdony.org or 315-393-2920 ex 1220
SAFETY AND AWARENESS PRESENTATIONS SCHEDULED: for Catholic Churches, Catholic Schools and Institutions
The New York State Police, in conjunction with the New York State Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, will be offering two identical workshops on Safety and Awareness for Catholic Churches, Catholic Schools and Institutions. These workshops are open to any adult involved in keeping our institutions safe in these challenging times.
Who should attend? Priests, deacons, ushers, school principals and staff, parish and diocesan staff, and any individuals our pastors, principals or administration wish to invite.
The presentations should be approximately one hour in length and will include opportunities for Q&A.
More information will follow but please save the date:
Thursday, April 30th from 2:30-3:30pm, Brzana Hall at St. Mary’s Cathedral
Wednesday, May 6th from 1:00-2:00pm, the Emmaus Room at St. Peter’s Church in Plattsburgh.
The presentation is free of charge.
More information, including sign up will follow.
For information please contact Fr. Chris Carrara at 315-393-2298, ccarrara@rcdony.org.
NOTICES FOR BULLETINS
Bulletin Editors: Please add these notices to your parish bulletin(s). You can simply cut the text and paste it in your bulletin.
PRE-CANA: Schedule
The Pre-Cana Schedule and Registration Form are online at https://www.rcdony.org/pre-cana.html. There are several upcoming Pre-Cana Sessions being held in locations around the diocese including Saranac Lake, Plattsburgh, Carthage, North Bangor, and Lowville. For more information contact: Steve Tartaglia, Director of Family Life, startaglia@rcdony.org or 315-393-2920, ext. 1420.
MATER DEI COLLEGE FOUNDATION: Attention High School Seniors
Are you a Catholic High School Senior who currently resides in the Diocese of Ogdensburg and is planning to attend a Catholic College or University in the Fall? The Mater Dei College Foundation is pleased to offer a Scholarship opportunity to qualifying students going on to study liberal arts and sciences at a degree granting Catholic College or University. To request an application form, please email Valerie Mathews, Mater Dei Foundation Scholarship Chair at vmathews@rcdony.org. Application deadline is June 1, 2020.
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PRIESTHOOD DISCERNMENT GROUPS: Attention Men Hearing the Call. THREE LOCATIONS AROUND THE DIOCESE!
Have you felt the invitation to follow Jesus Christ as a Catholic Priest? Discernment groups will meet in Plattsburgh, Potsdam and Watertown in the upcoming months and those who are considering the priesthood are encouraged to attend.
PLATTSBURGH AREA:
Where: St. Peter's Church Upper Room, 114 Cornelia Street, Plattsburgh
When: The following Sundays at 3pm: Feb. 2, Feb. 16, Mar. 1, Mar. 29, Apr. 19, May 3, May 10
Contact: Fr. Howard Venette at pastorsmoll@stmaryti.org or 518-585-7144
POTSDAM AREA:
Where: St. Mary's Rectory, 17 Lawrence Avenue, Potsdam
When: The following Sundays at 1pm: February 2, March 1 and April 5.
Contact: Fr. Stephen Rocker at srocker164@yahoo.com or 315-265-9680
WATERTOWN AREA:
Where: St. Anthony's Church, Sechi Hall, Arsenal Street, Watertown
When: The following Sundays at 3pm: February 23, March 22 and April 26 and May 31.
Contact: Fr. Chris Looby fatherlooby@gmail.com 315-782-1190
To register, or if you have questions, contact the local Pastor listed above or the Vocations Director Fr. Chris Carrara at ccarrara@rcdony.org or 315-375-6571.
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HUMAN TRAFFICKING PRESENTATION
"Closing the Gap: What you need to know to protect against Child Trafficking" Ann Marie Crescent, Community Coalition Coordinator, Alliance for Better Communities, will speak on Sunday, March 15 at 1:30 in the Hearthside Center at the Motherhouse of the Sisters of St. Joseph, 1425 Washington Street, Watertown. Event, sponsored by Sisters of St. Joseph Social Justice Committee, is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
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CONFIRMATION RETREATS WITH NET MINISTRIES - CANCELLED
NET Ministries challenges young Catholics to love Christ and embrace the lift of the Church
Saturday, March 28, 2020
St. Augustine's Church, Peru
10:30am-4:30pm Mass
Sunday, March 29, 2020
Sacred Heart Church, Watertown
9:30am-4:30pm (Includes Mass at 10:30am)
Cost: $30 per student (meal included) - Parishes will be billed after event
Registration Deadline: March 18, 2020
Contact Jessica Hargrave by email: jhargrave@rcdony.org or phone: (315)393-2920
CANCELLED
LEAD Event DAY OF REFLECTION: "Creating Holy Moments in My Life" -
When: Saturday, March 21, 2020
Eastern Region
Presenter: Deacon Mark Bennett
Where: St. John XXIII Newman Center, Plattsburgh
Time: 10:00am-2:30pm
Western Region
Presenter: Deacon Jim Crowley
Where: Wadhams Hall, Ogdensburg
Time: 10:00am-2:30pm
To register contact Faith Formation Secretary, Jessica Hargrave by Email: jhargrave@rcdony.org or Phone: (315)393-2920
CHRISM MASS
Christ-led, Christ-fed, Hope-filled. All the Faithful of the Diocese of Ogdensburg are cordially invited to join The Most Reverend Terry R. LaValley, Bishop of Ogdensburg for the annual Renewal of Priestly Commitment, the Blessing of the Holy Oils and the consecration of the Sacred Chrism for use in all the churches of the Diocese symbolizing that we are one family in Christ on Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 11:00am at St. Mary's Cathedral in Ogdensburg
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DIOCESAN YOUTH RALLY: Annual gathering for young people in grades 7 to 12
The Youth office is excited to bring young people together for a celebratory day filled with “God’s All-Encompassing Love”. The theme of “Under the Big Top” sets the tone for a carnival style event with fun games, entertainment, great food, a wonderful resort location, a dynamic speaker and a closing mass offered by Most Reverend Bishop Terry LaValley. This is an all, inclusive event and is made available at the low ticket price of $30.00 per youth through the generous support of the Bishop Fund Appeal and Donor organizations.
The Youth Rally will be held in the High Peaks Resort located at, 2384 Saranac Ave., Lake Placid, New York on April 25, 2020 from 10am to 5pm with closing Mass at 4pm.
This year our Keynote speaker will be, Doug Tooke. Doug Tooke is a dynamic and energetic speaker with more than 20 years in Ministry. Utilizing cinematic storytelling, Doug’s presentations inspire and motivate people to seek a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Also appearing will be the Gratto Fellows Circus Performers showcasing their interactive juggling, unicycling, rope walking, and other feats of daring, bravery and comedic entertainment.
You can also try your skill or luck at one of the Carnival Game tables and we will have great music all day long!
Carnival style lunch will be provided by the High Peaks Resort.
Menu items include: Lemonade and Soda Stand, Coney Island Franks, Make Your Own Nachos, French Fries, Pizza, Cracker Jacks, Jumbo Soft Pretzels, Popcorn, and Ice Cream Sandwiches!
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EARLY CATHOLIC FAMILY LIFE TRAINING: A workshop how to create a joy filled home with Jesus at the center.
Presenters: Alan and Joanne Foley, the creators of the Early Catholic Family Life Program.
When: Saturday, May 16, 2020, 9am-4pm
Where: St. Patrick's Church, Pastoral Center, Watertown, NY
Parishes are urged to send the following: a coordinator, parent group leader and child group leader.
Lunch will be provided.
To register contact Jessica Hargrave by email: jhargrave@rcdony.org, or by phone: 315-393-2920
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RACHEL'S VINEYARD: Spring Retreat
If you are suffering after abortion, you're not alone. Find love, support, hope and healing at a Rachel's Vineyard weekend. The next retreat in our diocese is May 22-24 at the Guggenheim Lodge in Saranac Lake. Confidential online registration is available at www.rcdony.org/prolife Chaplain for the spring retreat is Fr. Mark Reilly. Please contact the Respect Life office with questions 518-524-0774.
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2020 COMMISSIONED LAY MINISTERS RETREAT: Called to Be The Church
Description: All Commissioned Lay Ministers - It's not too early to start planning for the 2020 CLM Retreat being held June 12-June 15, 2020 at Wadhams Hall, Ogdensburg
Our presenter is Fr. Louis Sogliuzzo, SJ of Syracuse
Registrations/Payments can be made online at: https://www.rcdony.org/clmwadhams
For more information, contact Jeannie Grizzuto 315-393-2920 ext. 1413 or jgrizzuto@rcdony.org
OBERAMMERGAU PILGRIMAGE: Austria and Germany Pilgrimage, September 2020
Classic Austria and Germany Pilgrimage
Featuring the Passion Play of Oberammergau!
Hosted by Fr. Andrew Amyot
11 Days: September 15-25, 2020
$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 FR. AMYOT
Tel: (315) 384-2064, email: 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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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP: Lent
(for the March 21/22 Bulletin)
"Mother Earth, who sustains and governs us . . . is burdened and laid waste . . . she 'groans in travail'"(Romans 8:22) We have forgotten that we ourselves are dust of the earth (cf Gn.2:7): our very bodies are made up of her elements; we breathe her air and we receive life and refreshment from her waters.” Pope Francis, Laudato Si’. What can I fast from that is contributing to the ‘burden’ the earth is carrying, so that all may feast on earth’s bounty now and in the future?
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP: Lent
(for the March 28/29 Bulletin)
“Once we start to think about the kind of world we are leaving to future generations, we look at things differently; we realize that the world is a gift we have freely received and must share with others.” Laudato Si #159 How does my vision of the world affect my daily choices?
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SAFE ENVIRONMENT CORNER: Did you know? ...
Did you know…you cannot predict who will be a child abuser. Experience shows that most abuse is at the hands of someone who has gained the trust of the victim/survivor and his/her family. This grooming technique creates a false sense of security between the abuser and the abused. In the Diocese of Ogdensburg, all clergy, employees and volunteers whose duties involve contact with children must attend safe environment training to learn to identify the grooming techniques employed by predators. For more information, or to register for an upcoming safe environment training session, visit: https://www.rcdony.org/safeenv.html
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PLANNED GIVING: Give Your House and Continue to Live There
You may want to make a major gift to our parish. Why not consider real estate: This is called a life estate gift. This simply means that you give a piece of real estate, such as your residence, to our parish, obtain a charitable income tax deduction and retrain the right to live there as long as you want. This arrangement removes the property from you estate and relieves your executor from having to dispose of your home at your death. Contact Scott Lalone at the Diocese at 315-393-2920 or Email slalone@rcdony.org for further information.
These are parish and other local events that may be of interest to your parishioners. If you would like to share them in your parish bulletin, you can simply cut and paste the text under the "Description."
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CHAMPLAIN VALLEY RIGHT TO LIFE SPECIAL MEETING AND PIZZA: Come join the conversation and breathe LIFE into our area
Champlain Valley Right to Life embraces 2020 with refreshing, clear vision!
Champlain Valley Right to Life (CVRTL) not for profit, under new leadership is working together with NYSRTL, to refresh their business plan. The opportunity came about last year when there was discussion to fold. However, when a member stepped forward and offered to take over, the board agreed to vote in new leadership roles of President and Secretary.
As part of CVRTL’s new vision, an open meeting is planned for Saturday, March 21, 2020 at St. Joseph Hall, 1349 Military Turnpike, Treadwell Mills at 1:00pm.
We cordially invite you to come and be a part of our new vision. We need members like you to be a part our team. Refreshments, Pizza and beverages, will be served. RSVP PLEASE!!
Please RSVP by calling Nancy 518-593-6024
If you know someone who would like to come, please have them contact us.
ROSARY RALLY: St. Regis Falls
All are invited to please join us at a Rosary Rally to be held at Noon on March 21, 2020 in St. Ann's Church, 77 North Main Street, St. Regis Falls, for world peace and the sanctity of families on
If you have any questions, please call Elaine McGivney, 518-529-6133.
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LENTEN PRAYER GROUP: Let Yourself Be, Adams, NY
Join us on our Lenten journey as we meet at St Cecilia's Parish in Adams in a small group setting to pray and reflect on the Sunday readings.
We will be using the Lenten Longings series to embrace the teachings of Christ, open ourselves to the Spirit of God, grow in our faith and in our relationship with God and one another.
6 weekly sessions:
Sunday, March 1st thru Sunday, April 5th.
9:30am - 10:45am
To register please call the Parish office at (315) 232-3292 or Denise Wallace at (315) 523-1623
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FUNDRAISER FOR KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner
Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner
Saturday, March 14th serving from 4 to 7 PM
St. Mary's Parish Center in Evans Mills, NY
$7.00 for Adults, $6.00 for senior citizens, $5 for children under 12 and those under 5 eat for free.
Benefit Indian River Council 7471 Knights of Columbus
For more information call 315-629-4678
MATCHED DONATION: to help with our Catholic School Expenses
Description: DOUBLE YOUR DONATION! Kick off of our annual matched collection will begin the weekend of March 1st through March 15th. Any donations made to St. James School will be matched by a generous parishioner. You can also log onto www.stjamesk-6.org, locate the DONATE NOW button and make your donation directly to the school. All monies go directly to offsetting school expenses. HELP US REACH OUR GOAL OF $25,000.00.
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AU SABLE FORKS KNIGHT OF COLUMBUS FISH FRIES MARCH 20TH
Come and sample the best fried fish in the North County this Lenten season.
The Au Sable Forks Knights of Columbus welcomes you to the Holy Name Parish Center for our Fish Fries on Friday, March 20th from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. Donation is $10 for adults, $6 for children under 12. Take-outs are available. For more information contact Norm Hatch 518-647-5783 or nhatch1@charter.net.
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THE LIGHT IS ON FOR YOU: Adoration and Sacrament of Confession in Massena
"The Light is On for You" at St. Peter’s Parish in Massena. On Friday, April 3rd, 2020 at Sacred Heart Church, we will be having Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and offering the Sacrament of Confession from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with Mass being offered at noon. Come and spend some time with Our Lord in prayer, receive his mercy and loving kindness in Confession, and be prepared for the coming feast of Easter! With any questions, please call 315-769-2469.
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LENTEN EVENTS: St. Peter's Parish
Join us at St Peter's Parish for our variety of Lenten events:
Adoration: Mondays at St. Mary's Chapel from 6am-10pm; Fridays at Sacred Heart Chapel from 6am-12pm and 12:30pm-10pm.
Stations of the Cross: Thursdays at Sacred Heart at 11aml Fridays at St. Mary's at 6:30pm
Rosary: Sundays at 2pm at St. Mary's
Fish Fry: Fridays 4:30-6:30pm at St. Mary's Social Hall
Penance Service Monday March 16 at 6:30pm at Sacred Heart
Lenten Ecumenical Mission March 24 at St. Mary's, March 25 at First United Methodist, March 26 at New Testament Church at 6:30 each night
All Day Confessions: April 3 at Sacred Heart from 6am-10pm
For more information, check the website: https://massenacatholics.com/
SETON CASH RAFFLE: 23 Chances To Win $10,000
Seton Catholic is hosting our 2nd $10,000 raffle. Only 500 tickets will be sold and you have 23 chances to win. Tickets are $100 each. Drawing Date: June 5, 2020, 2 p.m. @ Seton Catholic. Contact Susan FitzPatrick Pellerin at: spellerin@setonknights.org or 518-561-4031 ext. 2012 to purchase your tickets today!
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PASTORAL ASSOCIATE FOR ADMINISTRATION: Open Position
There will be an opening for a full-time position of Pastoral Associate for Administration for the linked Catholic Parishes of St. Patrick’s, Brasher Falls, St. Andrew’s, Norwood and Parish of the Visitation and St. Raymond’s, Norfolk. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Pastor in the overall process of parish administration; this includes but is not limited to assisting the pastor with the day-to-day operations of the three parishes. This position requires proven leadership and management skills, as well as an aptitude for resource development.
Minimum education qualifications: Associates' Degree in a business-related field and five years business experience.
Deadline for completed applications is April 17th.
For inquires and a complete job description, contact the Search Committee at parish@twcny.rr.com
IGNITE CONFERENCE: 12th Annual Men's Conference in Syracuse
THE IGNITE CONFERENCE HAS BEEN CANCELED
Out of concern for public health and following directives from the State of New York, OCC has cancelled events of more than 50 people, including the IGNITE Catholic Men’s Conference scheduled for March 28, 2020. Those who registered for the conference this year will have their registration fee refunded. We are working with our online registration service, Blackbaud, to facilitate those refunds. Those who registered through the mail will have your registration fee returned through the mail. We are saddened that this important day of inspiration and fellowship will not happen this year, but we look forward to gathering again on March 20, 2021. Please join with the IGNITE planning team in praying for those affected by the coronavirus.
For more information and to register, go to https://www.ignitecatholicmen.org/
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PARISH NURSE PREPARATION COURSE: For RN's Interested in Parish Health Ministry
Mercy Care for the Adirondacks will offer the Foundations of Faith Community Nursing course in Lake Placid at Elderwood of Uihlein on March 27 & 28, April 4, 18, 24 & 25. This course is for RN's or others interested in promoting health and wholeness in their parish or community. The course is free of charge for RN's in our diocese. For more information or to register for this course, please contact Sr. Catherine Cummings, RSM at ccummings@adkmercy.org or 518-523-5582.
NEW EVANGELIZATION SUMMIT 2020: Ottawa
IN LIGHT OF THE COVID-19 SITUATION, NES2020 HAS BEEN CANCELED.
CAMP MEDICAL DIRECTOR NEEDED: Summer Camp Guggenheim Is Hiring A Camp Nurse
Camp Guggenheim located in Saranac Lake New York is hiring a Medical Director for the 2020 Camp Season.
The requirements are: 18 years or older, a practicing Catholic, Certified NYS LPN, EMT or NYS RN.
Summer Camp Guggenheim is a 7 week overnight youth camp that runs from June 18 to August 7. We are interested in hiring a certified nurse for the full 7 weeks or weekly partial employment.
This is a great opportunity to spend time in the beautiful outdoors, and engage vibrant young people as they journey in faith.
For more information please contact: Tom Semeraro Director of Youth Ministry tsemeraro@rcdony.org or 1-315-393-2920 ext. 1415
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BYZANTINE ICONOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: Notre Dame Retreat Center, Canandaigua, NY
July 27-31, 2020
Notre Dame Retreat Center
5151 Foster Road
Canandaigua, NY 14424
The workshop will be taught by Veronica Royal. The subject of the class will be the icon of Christ the King. The curriculum is filled with prayer and individual instruction, including lectures on iconography, drawing in the Byzantine style and icon painting using natural pigments and acrylic.
The five-day workshop, including materials, costs $550 per person, with an option to pay in $200 increments. Room and board at the retreat center, which includes three meals and snacks, costs $100 per day. Currently, there are eight available spots. Those who sign up before April 1, will receive $50 off registration. For more information, email Nina Mucha at nina.mucha@gmail.com.
UPCOMING EVENTS ON THE DIOCESAN CALENDAR
Mar. 12: Meeting with Deacons-Watertown
Mar. 14: Lenten Retreat, Champlain
Mar. 16: Meeting with Deacons-Malone
Mar. 18: Diocesan Department Head Meeting
Mar. 20: Meeting of Living Stones Planning Committee
Mar. 21: Eastern Regional LEAD Event
Mar. 21: Western Regional LEAD Event
Mar. 21 Lenten Retreat, Watertown
Mar. 22: Works of the Holy Father / Catholic Relief Services Collection
Apr. 2: Chrism Mass
Apr. 4: FFM Workshop, Tupper Lake
Apr. 5: Priesthood Discernment Group - Potsdam
Apr. 9: Holy Thursday
Apr. 10: Good Friday
Apr. 10: Holy Land-Good Friday Collection
Apr. 11: Holy Saturday
Apr. 11: Easter
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