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CREATING A CULTURE OF VOCATIONS IN THE PARISH: Pastors and Secretaries, Catechetical Leaders and Catechists
The Vocation Office in conjunction with LEAD will be presenting a conference, “Creating A Culture of Vocations in the Parish,” on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at the Father Andrew Amyot Parish Center, Norfolk. The speaker for the conference is Leticia Ramirez from Vocation Ministry, Houston, Texas. Leticia Ramirez will share her experiences supporting and promoting a culture of vocations in parishes and within families to the priests and parish representatives and to catechetical leaders and catechists. To register: https://www.rcdony.org/CreatingCulture.
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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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.
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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!
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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
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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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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.
PARISH EVENTS AND NOTIFICATIONS:
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COMPASSIONATE COMPANIONS OF CLINTON COUNTY VOLUNTEER TRAINING: Can you help your neighbor?
Compassionate Companion Trained Volunteers are generous and kind people carrying out errands of mercy to help their neighbors age in place more successfully by providing their gifts of companionship and friendship, easing isolation and loneliness by establishing and strengthening meaningful social relationships between older adults and their family, friends and volunteers, encouraging and enabling participation in the life of their communities. To learn more or to register for the training on 4/19/24, please contact Starr at St. Joseph's Community Outreach Center 518-825-0697 or Starr@stalexanders.org
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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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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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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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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!
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Preparations underway for a four part, two month Eucharistic pilgrimage across America from May to July 2024 forming a cross over the nation.
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…you do NOT need PROOF of child abuse or be a Mandated Reporter to report abuse. If you have a reasonable suspicion that a child is abused, abandoned, or neglected, you must report it to NYS Child Protective Services. Non-Mandated Reporters should call 1-800-342-3720. You can remain anonymous. For more information or assistance with reporting, please contact the Safe Environment Office at (315) 393-2920.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the March 17 Bulletin
Did you know that in 1962 a Cincinnati Mc Donald’s created the Filet-o-fish sandwich to attract Catholic business? Meatless Fridays can be healthier for our souls, our bodies and our planet.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the March 24 Bulletin
This week we enter into the holiest of weeks, the Passion, Death and Resurrection of our Lord. The earth is suffering a kind of ‘passion’ at the hands of our often thoughtlessness or indifference. What one habit can I change that can help to bring about new life for our planet? i. e. reduce plastics, plant a tree.
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ALLIANCE TO END HUMAN TRAFFICKING: monthly bulletin announcements
MARCH – Pray for families who have to sell their children to be able to eat and for those who are tricked into sending their children with traffickers with the promise of education and a better life. Alliance to End Human Trafficking-Founded and Supported by US Catholic Sisters
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BIBLICAL WALK THROUGH THE MASS
Please join us for our Parish Lenten Program: A Biblical Walk Through the Mass
at Immaculate Conception in Brownville, beginning Tuesday, February 20 @ 6 p.m. & continuing every Tuesday for 5 weeks.
or St. Andrew’s in Sackets Harbor, beginning Wednesday, Feb 21 @ 6 p.m. & continuing every Wednesday for 5 weeks.
Please register for the study at the entry of the church. For more information contact Chris Lapointe at 315-783-5147 or Sr. Flavia at 315-836-5272. Participant cost is $10 for materials. All are welcome.
The Mass is nothing short of amazing. Through it, we encounter God in the most intimate way possible as we hear him speak to us in the Liturgy of the Word and as we receive him Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity in the Holy Eucharist. In his video-based study A Biblical Walk Through the Mass, Dr. Edward Sri explores the roots of the words and gestures we experience at Mass and explains their profound significance. This fascinating tour of the Mass will renew your faith and deepen your love for and devotion to the Holy Eucharist.
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ALPHA IN LAKE PLACID: All Are Invited!
Join us for a delicious, free dinner, a short film and fun discussion! Eleven Wednesday nights, starting on Feb. 28, from 6:15-8:15 p.m..
St. Agnes Parish, Lake Placid.
For more information and to register: https://stagneslakeplacid.Com/alpha
Contact: renewal@stagneslp.Org
This event is free of charge.
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CATHOLIC SISTERS WEEK: Celebrating Traditions, Changing The World
Catholic Sisters Week, March 8-14, 2024, shines a light on the spirituality, mission, and community building of women religious. This week, we pray for all religious congregations of sisters who continue to serve the needs of the people in the Diocese of Ogdensburg, in this country and beyond. Let us continue to pray for God’s people throughout the world but especially for those who suffering from the wages of war, violence, hunger and homelessness.
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LENTEN PARISH MISSION: Walking to Calvary: A Eucharistic Journey
Saturday March 9, 2024 after 5:00 p.m. Mass – Covered Dish Dinner kick off. Meet the Sisters!
• Sunday Night @ 6:30 p.m. “Alone with the Alone": The Eucharist and Prayer
• Monday Night @ 6:30 p.m. Jesus’ falls: Meeting Him in my failure.
• Tuesday Night @ 6:30 p.m. Meeting Mary on the Way: Her Eucharistic Love
For More Information, Please Contact Stephen’s Parish, Croghan, 315-346-6958
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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
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SPAGHETTI & MEATBALL DINNER: Fundraiser for the Knights of Columbus, Evans Mills
Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner, Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 4 to 7 p.m. at St. Mary's Parish Center in Evans Mills, NY. Adults $9, senior citizens $8 and children under 12 $5. Meals consists of spaghetti, meatballs, salad, bread, dessert and beverage. Benefit Indian River Council 7471 Knights of Columbus. For more information call 316629-4678.
COMBINED CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES AND PETER'S PENCE COLLECTION: March 9 and 10, 2024
March 9 and 10 is the combined collection for Peter's Pence and Catholic Relief Services.
You can download oral and bulletin announcements along with other resources in PDF or Word formats. Thank you for supporting this vital collection.
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TRUST TRUTH SPEAKER SERIES: Brought to you by St. Mary's Canton
Join Canton Catholics for a discussion on hot-button topics in the cold of our NoCo winter! Talks start at 6:30 p.m. in Sylvia's Lounge (Below Josie's Pizza on Main St. Canton.) Free childcare will be offered for this event in St. Mary's Parish Center. Please call ahead to reserve your child(ren)'s spot at 315-386-2543. Cash preferred for drinks. We hope to see you there!
Tues. Mar. 5
IS MY BODY REALLY ME? IDENTITY, TRANSGENDERISM, AND THE MEANING OF REALITY
Speaker: Father Leagon Carlin,
Parochial Vicar at St. Peter’s in Massena
Tues. Mar. 12
I’M NOT DEAD YET,
END OF LIFE ISSUES FOR THE LIVING
Speaker: Father Bryan Stitt,
Pastor of St. Mary’s in Canton
Tues. March 19
UNDER A SPELL, AN ENGLIGHTENED AGE’S FASCINATION WITH THE DARK ARTS
Speaker: Elizabeth Pietropaoli,
Educator and Student Advisor
Contact 315-386-2543 with questions or for more information
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
LENT, SEASON OF TRANSFORMATION: Holy Cross Parish Presents, Season of Transformation.
Dates: Feb 26, Mar 4, 11 and 18; Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Emmaus Room at St. Peter’s Church
Dates: Feb. 28, Mar 6, 13 and 20; Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Emmaus Room at St. Peter's Church
During Lent, we strive to free ourselves from all kinds of clutter-material and spiritual-in order to focus on God and turn back to him with our whole hearts. If this "turning back" is genuine, it will be a reorientation, a transformation. To help us enter into this season, Amy Ekeh guides readers in exploring three key moments in the life and ministry of Jesus. The result will be a better understanding of the authentic transformation that God calls each of us to embrace as individuals and as a community and a renewed desire to live God's own outward-looking, self-emptying, laying-down-one's-life kind of love.
Please register for the day or evening session to: plattburghsec@rcdony.org or call the Parish Office at 518-563-0730. Suggested donation for study guide is $5.00.
DOUBLE YOUR DONATION!: St. James School Fundraiser
Our annual matched collection will begin the weekend of March 3 and run through March 17. Any donations made to Gouverneur St. James School during that period will be matched by a generous parishioner. Drop your envelope CLEARLY MARKED ST. JAMES SCHOOL in the collection basket at any mass on those weekends. You can also log onto stjamesk-6.org, locate the DONATE NOW button and make your donation directly to the school. All monies go directly to offsetting school expenses. Contact 315-287-0114 for more information.
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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
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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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SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH LENTEN RETREAT: at the Motherhouse
Register now for the annual Lenten Retreat at the Motherhouse of the Sisters of St. Joseph, 1425 Washington St. by calling 782-3460. It will be held on Sunday, March 10, 2024, from 2 to 4 p.m. Join us for an afternoon of prayer as we reflect on the “Eucharist and the Call to Discipleship and Mission.” There will also be Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, time for personal prayer, and an opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
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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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.
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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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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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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THE CHOSEN
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
April 27, 2024
9:30 a.m. -3:00 p.m.
$10.00 cost for materials
Register at https://www.rcdony.org/Chosen1
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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THE FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM: Volunteer Opportunity
To volunteer in this program you can live in one of the five counties listed: Franklin, Essex, Clinton, St. Lawrence and Jefferson
The Foster Grandparent Program is a local program that shows you how you can apply the skills and wisdom you have acquired throughout your life to make a difference in the lives of others. Get involved in the community and build relationships to last a lifetime. For more information contact Contact Melissa Howard, Volunteer Coordinator PHONE: (518) 359-7688, EMAIL: mhoward@cathcharities.org
PILGRIMAGES AND TRAVEL:
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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