eNOTES FOR March 19, 2024
(WITH BULLETIN INFORMATION FOR THE WEEKENDS OF MARCH 31 AND APRIL 7, 2024)
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CHRISM MASS
All the faithful of the Diocese of Ogdensburg are invited to join Bishop LaValley in 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 our Diocese. This ritual symbolizes that we are one family in Christ. The Chrism Mass will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Ogdensburg, New York. The Chrism Mass may be viewed at https://www.rcdony.org/livemass. The Chrism Mass program will be available at the same link shortly before the Liturgy.
FROM THE DIOCESAN OFFICES:
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JOB POSTING: Facilities Director for Guggenheim Center for Religious Programs
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Ogdensburg is seeking a Facilities Director for Guggenheim Center for Religious Programs who will be responsible for the management and maintenance of the camp facilities including building and grounds. Candidates should possess basic maintenance knowledge and skills including painting, carpentry and some plumbing and electrical. Candidates must be self-directing, have good communication skills and the ability to work well with others. The position is seasonal from May to October. Weekly hours vary with need. 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 to: ksnover@rcdony.org. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
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HEALING MASS: Divine Mercy Sunday in Potsdam
Bishop LaValley will preside at a Healing Mass for those who have hurt by the Church. All are welcome. The Healing Mass will be held on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. at St. Mary's Church in Potsdam.
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WORSHIP NOTES FOR SPRING 2024:
The Spring 2024 Worship Notes are available for download HERE. Also available are the Office of Readings for Mary Mother of the Church and Paul VI.
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EVERYONE IS CALLED: Lead Spring Events
Please download and share the NEW LEAD (Leadership for Evangelization and Discipleship) Spring events flyer by clicking on the image above. For more information see the Department of Faith Formation pages: https://www.rcdony.org/ff.html.
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THE COMMISSIONED LAY MINISTRY ASSOCIATION OF THE JEFFERSON-LEWIS DEANERY: Save the Date!
Join us for an evening of prayer and reflection with a celebration of mass and presentation titled "The Eucharist and Reconciliation" by His Excellency, The Most Reverand Terry LaValley, Bishop of the Diocese of Ogdensburg
Thursday, April 18, 2024
St. Anthony's Church in Watertown
Mass at 5:30 p.m., Dinner Immediately Following and Concluding with the Presentation.
$20 per person if attending dinner, no charge if registering for the program only.
Register: www.rcdony.org/clm-event
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USING CHOSEN AS A TOOL FOR CATECHESIS: NEW FLYER and Corrected Link
You have been CHOSEN to join us Saturday, April 27, 2024 for a LEAD workshop on ways to include The Chosen series with your Faith Formation and Parish Communities. Please bring a bagged lunch and pre-register now.
St. Mary's Social Hall
7 Sycamore Street
Massena, NY
Saturday, April 27, 2024
9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
$10 for cost of materials
Please bring a bagged lunch
Register here: https://www.rcdony.org/chosen1
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SAVE THE DATES - LET US ACT WITH HOPE: Planting Creation Care Teams
The Diocese of Syracuse Care for our Common Home Task Force and the Diocese of Ogdensburg Laudato Si' Committee are planning a joint virtual gathering in two sessions on May 16 and May 23 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Please save the dates for these two sessions which will focus on promoting environmental awareness through the Parish Community and beyond. Details will follow in future eNotes.
PARISH EVENTS AND NOTIFICATIONS:
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DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY: Mooers Forks
St. Ann’s Church
Mooers Forks, NY
7 April 2024
2 p.m. - Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
2:15-2:45 p.m. - Confessions
3 p.m. - Singing of the Chaplet of the Divine Mercy
and Benediction
“Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy Immortal One,
have mercy on us and on the whole world.”
For inquiries, please call 518-236-5632
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ALPHA AT SAINT MARY'S CATHEDRAL IN OGDENSBURG: Beginning April 9
What is Alpha?
Alpha is an opportunity to explore life and the Christian Faith in a friendly, open and informal environment. No pressure. No follow up. No charge.
Alpha runs in churches, bars, coffee shops and homes all over the world.
Now, "all over the world" includes Ogdensburg! Alpha runs for 12 weeks and includes food, a short engaging video and discussion time to share your thoughts in small groups.
This is a wonderful opportunity to ask about the big questions in life and share with others in an inviting and welcoming environment. Register and join us for a meal, movie and conversation for the first session on April 9.
Alpha will run in the Spring 2024 on Tuesday evenings (5:30 - 8 p.m.) starting Tuesday, April 9, in Brzana Hall at St. Mary's Cathedral. Registration for this current session is now open!
For more informationand to register, please call the parish office at 315-393-3930 or e-mail ogdensburgsec@rcdony.org
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SPAGHETTI & MEATBALL DINNER: Fundraiser for the Knights of Columbus, Evans Mills.
Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner, Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.. Adults $9, senior citizens $8, $5 for children under 12 and those under 5 eat for free. St. Mary's Parish Center in Evans Mills. For more information call 315-629-4678.
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MONTHLY PANCAKE BREAKFAST: In Support of Augustinian Academy, Carthage
Pancake Breakfast to Benefit Augustinian Academy
Sunday, April 14
8 a.m until noon
St. James Community Room, Carthage
MENU
Scrambled Eggs, Pancakes, French Toast, Ham, Sausage, Baked Goods, Juice, and Coffee
PRICE
$9 for Adults
$7 for Seniors
$4 for Children under 10
$27 for a Family of 4 or more
SPONSORED BY:
Carthage K of C Father John Cosmic #291
Ave Maria Circle
For more information call: 315-493-3224
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ORGAN CONCERT: German organist and composer Paul Fey journeys to Ogdensburg as part of his 2024 U.S. Tour
Internationally acclaimed artist, Paul Fey, will play a concert at St. Mary's Cathedral, Ogdensburg on April 24 at 7 p.m.. The program titled "Music from Leipzig," includes composers who have lived and worked in Leipzig, Germany, starting with the famous J.S. Bach and continuing through the centuries, including works by the artist himself.
Paul Fey is a very popular performer on YouTube where his channel currently has almost 50,000 subscribers. He is also a prolific composer whose works have been played in concerts and services as well as online by organists around the world. We will hear his "Fantasie on Simple Gifts," along with works by Bach, Kuhnau, and Mendelssohn. His program will feature well-known works alongside lesser-known but very exciting pieces, including a dramatic reading and musical commentary on "The Battle of David and Goliath"! The concert is free and open to the public. A light reception will follow. For more information, please call the parish office at 315-393-3930.
No new parish events were submitted. Please check your parish bulletins and previously posted submissions below.
REGULAR FEATURES:
RESOURCES:
A Lenten Preaching Series is now available— This resource is designed to assist prayerful preparation of kerygmatic, Eucharistic homilies connected to the Sunday readings.
Day Passes and Updated Schedule:
The National Eucharistic Congress is now more accessible than ever for parishes, individuals, and families. Attendees will have the option to book single-day or weekend passes beginning in January. Plus, new family pricing means children 12 and under are now FREE.
To Register: https://www.eucharisticcongress.org/register
The schedule of speakers and breakout sessions is now available: https://www.eucharisticcongress.org/schedule
Download The Parish Leader Playbook: https://www.eucharisticrevival.org/lead
Parish Point Persons: https://www.eucharisticrevival.org/serve-your-parish
Jesus and the Eucharist Small Group Study: The first session of our small group resource is available in both English and Spanish.
THE PULSE: New Weekly Short Videos
The Pulse is produced in conjunction with Heart of the Revival newsletter, the weekly e-newsletter of the National Eucharistic Revival. See all episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgDeuVYSmzeTy-gJ7o-ZMlfvI4_I3FlsV
EUCHARISTIC ENCOUNTERS WITH FATHER ROCKY - new weekly series
Stories of faith, hope and love fostered by encounters with Jesus in the Eucharist. See the first episode below. Watch all the stories here.
It Starts with a SPARK. We believe God wants to do something NEW in the Church. By the power of Jesus in the Eucharist, we believe we stand on the precipice of revival.
But revival is not something that WE do. It is a sovereign act of God in response to the prevailing prayers of his people. Join us in praying for revival with the Spark Series—nine short daily reflections inviting you to open your heart to the renewal God desires.
Sign up now to begin the Revival Spark Series!
Revive: The National Eucharistic Revival Podcast: Join Tim Glemkowski, CEO of the National Eucharistic Congress, for the REVIVE Podcast.
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PLANNED GIVING: Bequests
Through Wills this enables you to make contributions that might not be possible during your lifetime. When you make a bequest, your taxable estate is required by 100% deduction for the amount of a cash gift or by fair market value of appreciated assets.
Contact Scott Lalone at the Diocese at 315-393-2920 or email slalone@rcdony.org for further information.
SAFE ENVIRONMENT CORNER:
Did You Know…there are varied way children may attempt to disclose abuse. Hinted Disclosure: “A neighbor is messing with me.” Questioned Disclosure: “What would happen if somebody was hurting a kid and they told someone about it?” Conditional Disclosure: “I need to tell you something, but if I do, you have to promise not to tell.” For information on how you should respond to a disclosure of abuse, please contact the Safe Environment Office at (315) 393-2920.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the March 31 Bulletin
"We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time." (Romans 8:22) Creation as well as humans shares in suffering and in new life. Spend a few minutes today to observe creation around you. What signs of new life do you see emerging from nature in springtime? What evidence of new life do you observe happening in the natural world as a result of human actions? i.e. reducing single-use plastics, paper alternatives to plastics, planting trees, reducing, repurposing, recycling, choosing renewable energy sources, etc. Share with a friend what you discovered.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the April 7 Bulletin
The theme for Earth Day on April 22 is PLANET VS. PLASTIC. Plastics are treated as a product that miraculously appears from nowhere and goes to nowhere. Few of us may not think much about where our plastic comes from or where it ends up after we throw it “away.” In reality, plastics causes serious problems at every stage of its life. For more information and actions about our planet and plastics: see Earth Day 2024
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ALLIANCE TO END HUMAN TRAFFICKING: monthly bulletin announcements
APRIL – There is no more pernicious abuse of power than human trafficking. This modern day slavery is a crime that takes all of us, working together, to eradicate. Alliance to End Human Trafficking-Founded and Supported by US Catholic Sisters
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SUMMER CAMP GUGGENHEIM REGISTRATION: Don't Wait - Sign Up Today!
Pick your week and sign up today for Summer Camp Guggenheim! THE BEST WEEK OF SUMMER! Returning and new campers are always welcome! Bring a friend.
Registration Deadline: June 1st.
Go to rcdony.org/youth/camp today! Questions: contact the Youth Office at (315) 393-2920
VIRTUAL FRIENDSHIP GROUP: Next meeting March 21
Our next Friendship Group meeting will be held on Thursday, March 21 at 7 p.m. Eastern Time.
We will be blessed to have Father Craig MacMahon, OMV return to talk with us about the second half (Chapter 13 - conclusion) of "Struggles in the Spiritual Life," by Father Tim Gallagher, OMV and answer your questions.
If you weren't able to make it to the last meeting, there is still time to order the book and catch up on the reading at sophiainstitute.com (When you enter Friendship25 at the checkout, you will receive 25% off your order.)
This powerful, life-changing book will help you understand and conquer the struggles you face in your spiritual life.
All of us encounter valleys on our journey with the Lord - those periods of spiritual desolation that are a painful yet unavoidable feature of our prayer life. Understanding what is happening and responding to it properly are critical to reaching the heights of holiness.
With warmth and understanding, Father Gallagher carefully identifies in this book the various forms of spiritual and nonspiritual desolation and supplies the remedy for each.
You'll also learn the forms of spiritual dryness and of the Dark Night - and how to respond to them.
In chapter after chapter, Father Gallagher presents a particular struggle as experienced by fictional characters and then provides the advice he gives to those who come to him for spiritual direction about that struggle. You'll gain confidence as you journey through desolation, and you'll learn to reject the enemy's ploys to infect you with a sense of hopelessness. You'll also learn:
*What to do when you are tired, burned out, or overwhelmed by life
*How to respond when you feel burdened or confused in prayer
*What it means when the enemy causes a disturbance in your soul
*Spiritual tactics to employ when you are experiencing struggles
*What to do when you experience disquiet from worldly agitations and temptations
*How to push back when the enemy threatens your confidence in God and His work in your life
If you haven't signed up for the Friendship Groups, you can join here: https://mailchi.mp/sophiainstitute/friendship-groups
Once you have signed up, you will receive updates, including the Zoom link and discussion questions, about a week prior to the meeting.
Questions? Contact Mary Beth Bracy at mbracy@sophiainstitute.com
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HOLY CROSS PARISH FISH FRY: Plattsburgh
Holy Cross Parish Fish Fry
Location: Holy Cross Parish Center
4917 S. Catherine St., Plattsburgh
Dates: Fridays through March 22
Time: 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Contact: 518-563-0730
FAITH, FELLOWSHIP, AND REFLECTION: Ellenburg Center
Join Us for "Faith, Fellowship, and Reflection.": Experience the Lenten journey like never before! Every Thursday of Lent (February 15, 22, 29, March 7, 14 & 21), we invite you to join us for an enriching evening of faith, fellowship, and reflection.
*Time: Evening Mass at 5 p.m. at St. Edmund's
*Followed by Soup and Salad
*Featuring a Video from the Symbolon Series
"Symbolon: The Catholic Faith Explained" offers a systematic presentation of our Catholic Faith, guiding you through its "big picture" with our Creed as the compass. Led by trusted Catholic teachers, this series delves into the breadth and richness of our faith.
*Location: St. Edmund's Parish Social Hall
*Address: 5526 State Route 11, Ellenburg Center, NY 12934
All are welcome to attend this transformative Lenten program. Mark your calendars and join us on this journey of faith!
For more information contact the parish: 518-594-3907 or cathcommsbse@rcdony.org
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SAINT CECILIA'S SPAGHETTI DINNER & BASKET RAFFLE
Saturday, March 23
3-6 p.m. Eat In or Take Out
Cost: Adults $10 Seniors $8 Children 10 & Under $5
Basket raffle: Each basket has a value of $20 or more
Scan the url code in the poster to view items between March 9 and March 23
Also visit orr website www.stceciliaandqoh.org under bulletin to view items
Last year we had 45 baskets
More information call 315-232-2392
PATTERNS OF DISCIPLESHIP IN THREE STORIES IN MARK: at Our Lady of the Adirondacks House of Prayer
Join us at Our Lady of the Adirondacks House of Prayer on Saturday March 23 for a talk on discipleship by Marika Donders and a Holy Hour based on the Woman at the Well. A light lunch will be served and and RSVP would be appreciated. Come for the talk and discussion or the Holy Hour or both.
Schedule:
- Arrive at 10:30 a.m.
- Talk and Discussion: Three stories of Mark starting around 10:45 a.m.
- Lunch around noon
- Holy Hour starting around 1:00 p.m.
Our Lady of the Adirondacks House of Prayer is located at 7270 Star Road, Ellenburg Center, NY 12934
For registration, contact Sarah: Phone: 518-534-9976 or Email: olaprayerhouse@gmail.com
These events are free and open to all. A donation to help cover lunch will be gratefully accepted.
VOCATION DISCERNMENT-VIRTUAL MEETING: Pastors and Secretaries, Catechetical Leaders and Catechists
MEN'S DISCERNMENT GROUP – VIRTUAL MEETING WITH FATHER HOWARD VENETTE
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 virtually join fellow discerners and Father Howard Venette from 4 to 5 p.m. on any or all the following Sundays:
January 28;
February 11, 25;
March 10, 24;
April 14, 28, 2024
If interested, register online: https://www.rcdony.org/priesthooddiscernment
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PALM SUNDAY BRUNCH
Holy Angels Hall
Altona, NY
March 24, 2024
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Baked Ham, Sausage Links, Scrambled Eggs, French Toast, Pancakes, Biscuits with Sausage and Gravy, Golden Fried Potatoes, Homemade Sweet Muffins, Macaroni Salad, Coffee, Tea, Juice, Milk
$15 Adults, $8 Children 6-12, Free 5 and under
Bake Sale, Gift Basket Raffle & 50/50
Come and Enjoy! All are welcome!
Benefit: St. Ann, Mooers Forks and Holy Angels, Altona
For inquiries, please call 518 236 5632
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LENTEN SERIES: at Our Lady of the Adirondacks House of Prayer
Join us for a series of Lenten Talks, Sharing and Prayer at the Adirondacks House of Prayer: 7270 Star Road, Ellenburg Ctr, NY 12934
Saturday, February 17: 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Lent, Spring Cleaning for the Soul: Join us for a talk, sharing over lunch and a Holy Hour.
Saturday March 23: 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Discipleship in Three Stories in Mark: come and discover the process of discipleship illustrated by three stories in the Gospel of Mark followed by a simple lunch and a Holy Hour based on the discipleship of the Woman at the Well.
Saturday April 20: 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Eucharist and the Call to Discipleship: Come and join us for a presentation on the Eucharist and the Call to Discipleship followed by a simple lunch and a Holy Hour.
Come for one or come for all. Come for just the talk and/or the Holy Hour.
For registration, contact Sarah:
Phone: 518-534-9976
Email: olaprayerhouse@gmail.com
These events are free and open to all. A donation to help cover lunch will be gratefully accepted.
PONTIFICAL GOOD FRIDAY COLLECTION: Good Friday, March 29, 2024 - with Corrected Documents
Our help is needed by the Christians in the Holy Land, especially during this time of strife. Please be sure to promote the Good Friday Pontifical Collection in your parish. Bulletin announcements and further details are available for download in PDF and DOCx formats. Thank you!
2024 FISH FRY: St. James School, Gouverneur
Every Friday during Lent, February 16 through March 29, at 4:30 p.m. until sold out. $15 each;
Dinner includes fried fish, choice of macaroni and cheese or french fries, cole slaw, roll and dessert. Dine in or take out. Local delivery available.
St. James School
20 South Gordon St
Gouverneur, NY 13642
315-287-0130
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FIRST SATURDAYS DEVOTIONS: Every First Saturday, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. (next first Saturday, April 6)
(Weather permitting. Please feel free to join us earlier, beginning at 8:30 a.m. for private prayers and recollection)
Our Lady of the Adirondack House of Prayer
7270 Star Road
Ellenburg Ctr, NY
Call Sarah at 518-534-9976 for directions or more information.
What is First Saturday Devotion? First Saturday Devotions require a commitment to do the same requirements each time over five consecutive months as requested by our Blessed Mother at Fatima. The requirements for each of the First Saturdays selected are... To receive Holy Communion in a state of grace; To receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) preferably on that Saturday, but at least within eight days prior or eight days following the First Saturday indicating that it is being done as part of First Saturday Devotions for Reparation; To recite five decades of the Holy Rosary and meditate beyond the recitation for 15 minutes on one or all of the mysteries.
Why commit to this particular devotion? It is undertaken because the children who met with Mary at Fatima were instructed many times that this was important. It can be difficult, because it involves a sacrifice of time and possibly current priorities or even certain religious beliefs.
Why is this important? Mary indicated that she herself has been and is wounded and hurt by the indifference, insults, even blasphemy hurled at her, sometimes by those who believe they love her Son. She asks that those who wish to make this sacrifice do so with the specific stated intention of "making reparation for the sins committed against my Immaculate Heart."
Where can we join others to worship and make this reparation? Our Lady of the Adirondacks House of Prayer is, to the best of our knowledge, the only site in the North Country area which currently offers First Saturday Devotions with Jesus present in the Blessed Sacrament. We invite you to join us on any First Saturday for this act of reparation in the warmth and love of this very special place of prayer and worship…and then return for the additional months! Mary promises that it makes a world of difference in our lives and in our world.
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DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY CELEBRATION: At St. Hedwigs Church in Houseville, NY, Everyone Welcome!
Divine Mercy Sunday Program
The Feast of the Divine Mercy will be on April 7, at St. Hedwig's Church with Father Decker and Father Severinus Torwoe as Celebrants. At 2 p.m. the program will start with the singing of O’ Salutaris and Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament, At 3 p.m. Adoration will be continued, Blessing of Holy Cards and Petitions, Homily, the Chaplet, Benediction and Veneration of the Divine Mercy Image. On that day, the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available from 2-3 p.m. and the movie, "The Miracle Box," will be shown in the church hall at the same time. All are welcome. A reception will follow in the church hall. Contact 315- 348-6260.
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WALKING WITH PURPOSE WOMEN’S LENTEN STUDY: Reclaiming Friendship: God’s a plan For Deep Connection (Plattsburgh)
NOTE: this study is on hold and will resume after Lent. The end date for this study will be May 30
St John’s Church Plattsburgh
Dwyer/McAvoy Parish Center
Thursdays, February 15 to May 30.
10 to 11.45 a.m. or 6.30 to 8.15 p.m.
Contact Janice Tobin C/T 518-569-5370
Suggested donation $20
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ALPHA IN MASSENA! You are invited!
Location: St. Mary's Social Hall, 7 Sycamore St., Massena
Dates: Tuesdays, starting April 2
Time: 6 p.m.
Contact Info.: Call Parish Office at 315-769-2469 or visit web at www.massenacatholics.com
Cost: There is no cost and a free meal will be served! Come join us!
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SURVIVING DIVORCE: Plattsburgh area
The Family Life Office will be offering the Surviving Divorce program again at the Newman Center in Plattsburgh on Thursday evenings from April 4th to June 20th. Surviving Divorce features twelve video presentations that cover topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, dealing with children and a former spouse, and annulment and remarriage. This program is for the newly separated and divorced and those still struggling with issues many years later. The program helps participants find answers to their questions, restore their hope, and begin authentic healing. To register, go to www.rcdony.org/survivingdivorce. For more information, contact Steve Tartaglia at 315-393-2920.
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CATHOLIC PARENTING: A Sunday Series
NOTICE: Change of date for the final Catholic Parenting Workshop!
April's Sunday Series, MENTORING WITHIN A FAMILY, has been moved to Sunday, April 21st, 12:30 at the 2nd Floor Classroom at St. Mary's Rectory.
Come join us and deepen your appreciation for our Heavenly Father's desire to guide us in mentoring our children and help them to become who God meant them to be!
Please contact Mike Neaton 315-335-6302 by text or call, or Liz Tarbox at formationstp@gmail.com to register and let us know if child care is desired.
A series of workshops from the Franciscan University's Catechetical Institute
SISTER OF ST. JOSEPHS FOUNDATION: Grant Application Cycle Now Open
In the spirit of its charism, the Sisters of St. Joseph Foundation supports initiatives that foster service to the 'dear neighbor.' Its goal is to assist in developing leadership and advancing initiatives related to the corporal and spiritual works of mercy in diocesan, parish, and church related programs in the North Country. Applicants must be currently active in a leadership role in a diocesan parish or established program or be in training for such leadership and be sponsored by the director of the program. Applications may be submitted February 1 through April 24, 2024. Grants will be a maximum of $4,000. Recipients will be notified in June. Applications may be obtained by contacting Sister Ellen Rose Coughlin, SSJ at 1425 Washington Street, Watertown, NY 13601 or by email at SSJFoundationChairperson@gmail.com
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RACHEL'S VINEYARD AFTER-ABORTION HEALING RETREAT: May 24-26 Guggenheim Lodge, Saranac LakeIf you or a friend are suffering after abortion loss, you are not alone. Find hope and healing at the spring Rachel's Vineyard Retreat May 24-26 at the Guggenheim Lodge, Saranac Lake. Register online: www.rcdony.org/pro-life or contact The Respect Life Office for more information: cminer@rcdony.org or rachelsvineyard.org for a list of locations.
MATER DEI COLLEGE FOUNDATION- SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: Attention High School Seniors
The Mater Dei College Foundation is pleased to offer a scholarship opportunity to Catholics who are currently in their senior year of high school and who currently reside in the Diocese of Ogdensburg and are planning to attend a Catholic college or university in the fall. To request an application form, please email Valerie Mathews, Mater Dei Foundation Scholarship chair, at vmathews@rcdony.org. Application deadline is June 1, 2024.
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HEART WELL HOMESTEAD: Announcement and request for help
Heart Well Homestead is an established 501(c)3 nonprofit organization which will be offering homeless pregnant and parenting mothers a residential home with programs for up to 2 years in Plattsburgh, NY. We will be the only maternity home that is in Clinton-Essex-Franklin NY’s tri-county area. We are looking for volunteers to help us in our planning, networking and fundraising efforts. Contact: HeartWellHomestead@gmail.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. View our secure website: HeartWellHomestead.org where you can make a donation towards this much needed service. You may also submit questions and ideas through our website. We look forward to hearing from you!
PILGRIMAGES AND TRAVEL AND RETREAT HOUSES:
JOIN FATHER CHRIS LOOBY ON AN ADVENTURE TO SPAIN & MOROCCO: April 6-19, 2024
Join Father Looby on a journey to Spain and Morocco April 6-19, 2024! This unforgettable trip will take you to the heart of Madrid, the historic cities of Córdoba and Seville, and the stunning Alhambra. Experience the passion and rhythm of Flamenco in Jerez de la Frontera and explore the vibrant blue streets of Chefchaouen. Journey through the spiritual centers of Fes and Rabat, and visit the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. In Marrakech, immerse yourself in the bustling markets and architecture, and enjoy a "Choice on Tour" experience. The trip will end with a visit to the iconic Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. Pricing starts at $4,949 per person for a double and $5,849 per person for single occupancy. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime adventure! For more information contact Mary McIntosh at Watertown AAA at 315-558-6372
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UPCOMING RETREATS AND EVENTS: Notre Dame Retreat House, Canandaigua, NY
Notre Dame Retreat House in Canandaigua, NY is expanding its programming and would like to let Catholics in Central, Northern and Western New York know of some wonderful upcoming opportunities to grow spiritually. For more information see www.notredameretreat.org or contact Notre Dame Retreat House, 5151 Foster Rd., Canandaigua, NY, 585-394-5700, www.notredameretreat.org
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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 Sunday, March 31 for the April 2, 2024 edition of eNotes with bulletin information for the weekends of April 14 and 21. 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.