eNOTES FOR November 12, 2024
(WITH BULLETIN INFORMATION FOR THE WEEKENDS OF NOVEMBER 24 and December 1, 2024)
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EARLY DEADLINE FOR NEXT eNOTES SUBMISSION:
The next submission deadline is Friday, November 22 for the November 27, 2024 edition of eNotes with bulletin information for the weekends of December 8 and 15. The link to the submission form can also be found in the menu on the eNotes page.
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ANDREW DINNERS: All pastors and priests and secretaries
Come and join Bishop Terry R. LaValley to learn more about being a priest. Any man of high school age and above is welcome to attend the Andrew Dinner sponsored by the Vocation Office. Parents are welcome to attend. The program begins at 5 p.m. followed by Holy Hour and dinner with Bishop LaValley and area priests. If you are interested in attending, speak to your pastor and register at https://www.rcdony.org/andrewdinners.
The Andrew Dinners are being held in the following Deaneries:
St. Lawrence Sunday, November 17, Brzana Hall, St. Mary's Cathedral, Ogdensburg
Clinton-Northern Franklin Sunday, November 24, Emmaus Room, Plattsburgh
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Bookclub: Reading Divine Renovation
Following up on the Divine Renovation Unlocked event last August, the Office of Evangelization will offer another opportunity to read and discuss the book Divine Renovation: Bringing Your Parish from Maintenance to Mission by Father James Mallon. We will meet virtually via Microsoft TEAMS (similar to Zoom). For more information, contact Marika Donders mdonders@rcdony.org.
BOOKCLUB: Reading Divine Renovation
9 Sessions, Starting Friday, December 6, at 6:30 p.m
We will read and discuss the book’s 7 chapters in 9 sessions (one chapter per session, except for chapter 5 which we will break up in 3 parts. ) The book can be purchased online from Amazon or second hand from AbeBooks or other second hand online book sellers (be sure to check the condition of second hand books…).
To register for the bookclub: www.rcdony.org/dr
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TRIVIA NIGHT: Fundraiser for Seminarians
The Vocations Committee for the Catholic Churches of Ogdensburg (St. Mary’s Cathedral and Notre Dame), Heuvelton (St. Raphael’s) and Lisbon (Ss. Philip and James) is planning a Trivia Night for Friday, January 3, 2025, at the Martin Fieldhouse, 721 Hasbrouck, Street, Ogdensburg. All funds raised will be donated to the Diocese of Ogdensburg to help offset the miscellaneous college costs for the seminarians. Join us for a night of fun and friendly competition in a contest of general knowledge across a variety of topics! Teams of up to 6 will compete for the bragging rights and the Grand Prize. All players are eligible for door prizes! Register your team by December 1 at $20 per person and receive a free mulligan (answer). Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Trivia starts at 7:00 pm. More rules and registration at www.saintmaryscathedral.net/trivia or use the QR code or email vocationsarenottrivial@rcdony.org
NEW PARISH EVENTS AND NOTIFICATIONS:
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ST. ALEXANDER'S CHURCH CRAFT FAIR: A North Country Craft Fair, Morrisonville
1 Church St. Morrisonville, NY
Saturday, November 30th
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For more information: Tina Packwood 518-561-5039
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ST. AGNES SCHOOL ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR AND CRAFT FAIR: All are Welcome, Lake Placid
Please join us in Lake Placid for a very festive Annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, December 7 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at St. Agnes School, 2322 Saranac Ave., Lake Placid. Enjoy holiday shopping, raffles, gingerbread house and other contests, a bake sale, and even a visit from Santa. For more information: 518-565-6523
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Christmas Community Table: St. Mary's Church, Clayton
Stop in to St. Mary’s Parish Center on the corner of James and Mary Streets in Clayton on Saturday, December 7th, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. for the Christmas Community Table. For $10 at the door, enjoy over 50 delicious dishes – everything from appetizers to desserts. Part of the Christmas in Clayton weekend with many venues in the village hosting events. Also stay for the Christmas parade Saturday at 6 p.m. For more information, contact St. Mary’s parish office at 315-686-3398.
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ST. AUGUSTINE'S CRAFT FAIR: Fall into Winter Craft Fair, Peru.
St. Augustine's Church Parish Center
3030 Main St., Peru, NY
Saturday, December 7
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For more information: Judy Ackey 518-561-5039
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SPAGHETTI & MEATBALL DINNER: Fundraiser Spaghetti Dinner for Knights of Columbus
Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner on Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 4 to 7 p.m.. Menu includes spaghetti, meatballs, salad, bread, dessert and beverage. Location: St. Mary's parish Center in Evans Mills. Benefit Indian River Knights of Columbus 7471. For more information call 315-629-4678.
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SACRED HEART CHURCH IN MASSENA CELEBRATES 100 YEARS
Join in this historic Centennial Celebration with us at Sacred Heart Church, 212 Main Street, Massena, NY
• Solemn Vespers will be held on December 8 at 3 p.m. in Sacred Heart Church followed by a Wine & Cheese Reception in the Trinity Building, which will include displays from the past 100 years.
• An Organ Recital will be held on December 22, at 3 p.m. in Sacred Heart Church.
We look forward to celebrating this momentous occasion with our Parish and Community. For more information, contact St. Peter's Parish at 315-769-2469.
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MONTHLY PANCAKE BREAKFAST: In Support of Augustinian Academy, Carthage
Pancake Breakfast to Benefit Augustinian Academy
Sunday, December 8, 2024
8 a.m to 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
Family of 4 or more $27.00
SPONSORED BY:
Carthage K of C
Father John Cosmic #291
Ave Maria Circle
For more information call: 315-493-3224
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SACRED HEART FRATERNITY: Come join our Franciscan Secular Order!
Meets At St. John The Baptist, Plattsburgh
All men and women, single or married, who want to live as St. Francis and live "Gospel to Life and Life to Gospel" can become part of the Secular Franciscan Order. We gather together at 12:30 p.m. the second Sunday of every month for prayer, fellowship, and formation in Plattsburgh's St. John the Baptist Church's basement. In addition, we do a retreat once a year and support in some capacity an organization that helps people like a soup kitchen.
Contact David Garrant: 518-578-8377
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PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY WITH FATHER AMYOT: Celebrate the Jubilee Year
Celebrate the Year of Faith PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY
Hosted by Father Andrew Amyot Visiting: Venice • Florence • Assisi • Rome
Only $4599 from Montreal 11 Days - November 5-15, 2025 (Air/land price is $3949 plus $650 government taxes/airline surcharges) The Opportunity to pass through the Holy Doors of the Basilica of St. Peter in Vatican City & the other 3 Major Basilicas.
For a brochure and more information contact: Father Andrew Amyot at (315) 384-6028 or mail: P.O. Box 637 Norfolk, NY 13667, e-mail: fraamyot2@gmail.com Space is limited! Call today!
No other new parish events were submitted. Please check your parish bulletins and previously posted submissions below.
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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. For more information: 315-393-2920 or email slalone@rcdony.org.
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SAFE ENVIRONMENT CORNER:
Did You Know (part 2) …artificial intelligence, or AI, is technology that enables computers and machines to simulate human intelligence and problem-solving capabilities. According to U.S. Department of Homeland Security, AI allows for the creation of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) in a variety of ways: (3) abusers can use AI to teach other abusers how to engage with children online (i.e., grooming); (4) abusers can re-victimize CSAM victims, by using AI to edit previously created and shared CSAM to create new CSAM. If you become aware of any sexually explicit images or videos involving children, please contact the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s Cyber Tipline at https://report.cybertip.org/. You can also contact law enforcement.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the November 24 Bulletin
"Celebrate what is right with the world and you will have the wisdom and energy to fix what is wrong." - Dewitt Jones. What did you find in God’s creation to celebrate today and give thanks? What did you do to show your gratitude?
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the December 1 Bulletin
Creation Care Tip: Simple and doable advice from the side of a waste management truck: REUSE, REDUCE, RECYCLE. A positive mantra for each day!
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ALLIANCE TO END HUMAN TRAFFICKING: monthly bulletin announcements
DECEMBER – Give a gift and join us to help strengthen initiatives which seek to educate publics about human trafficking and to identify and support victims of trafficking. Alliance to End Human Trafficking - Founded and Supported by US Catholic Sisters
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ST. AGNES CHRISTMAS BAZAAR AND CRAFT FAIR: Vendors Welcome!
Vendor registration is is now open for St. Agnes' Annual Christmas Bazaar and Craft Fair in Lake Placid. This year's event will take place on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Agnes School. If you or someone you know is an artisan, craftsperson, or seller of housewares, decor, or gourmet items, please join us! Please visit www.stagneslp.org/forms for registration information or call (518) 523-3771 for more information.
BE RENEWED IN THE HOLY SPIRIT: REJOICE IN GOD'S LOVE FOR YOU! : Virtual Friendship Group
You are invited to our next Friendship Group Meeting on Thursday, November 21, at 7 p.m. via Zoom. We will discuss chapters 8 - 14 of the book "Beloved Lover" by Father Gregory Cleveland, OMV and reflect on the beauty of God's love in the Song of Songs. Father Jonas Verdeflor, OMV will continue to guide us in Ignatian meditation and how to pray in this life-changing way with the Scriptures. You will grow in deeper intimacy with the Lord, as you read engaging real-life stories and meditations, and are led through powerful reflection questions and prayer exercises.
To order the book, please visit omvusa.org and enter SUMMER24 at the checkout to receive 10% off.
To sign-up for the Friendship Group, receive the meeting link and discussion questions, go to https://mailchi.mp/sophiainstitute/friendship-groups
Questions? Contact Mary Beth Bracy at mbracy@sophiainstitute.com
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SAINT MARY'S FALL FESTIVAL: Waddington
Join us Saturday, November 23, 2024, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. for St. Mary's Fall Festival in St. Mary's Parish Hall, 34 Oak Street, Waddington. The Festival includes crafters and vendors, a silent auction, and bake sale. Lunch will be available. Free Admission. For more information contact the parish at waddingtonsec@rcdony.org.
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PRIESTHOOD DISCERNMENT: updated schedule
Discernment is a call, listen with others. It is a journey of faith, traveling with companions. Are you a single Catholic man, of high school age or older, who is hearing the Lord’s call to the Priesthood? You are invited to join fellow discerners and Father Howard Venette for the following gatherings from
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch will be provided.
To attend a session with Father Venette, please register on-line.
https://www.rcdony.org/priesthooddiscernment
St. Mary’s Church, Canton November 23, 2024; January 25, 2025; March 22, 2025; May 3, 2025.
For more information contact: Father Howard Venette – hvenette@rcdony.org
JOIN FATHER CHRIS LOOBY THE HOLY YEAR PILGRIMAGE TO ROME & ASSISI
Join Father Chris Looby of St. Alexander's in Morrisonville, St. Augustine's in Peru, and St. James in Cadyville for the 2025 Jubilee: The Holy Year Pilgrimage to Rome & Assisi from October 15 to October 23, 2025. This 9-day journey includes visits to Rome's sacred sites, a Papal Blessing in Saint Peter’s Square, the Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi, and a tour of the Vatican, including the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Holy Door. Experience the Seven Pilgrim Churches, the Holy Stairs, and daily Mass. Extend your trip with a Venice and St. Anthony of Padua post-tour extension. Enjoy worry-free travel with our cancellation waiver and protection plan. Pricing starts at $4,199 per person for double occupancy and $4,799 for single occupancy, with a $350 per person savings. For more details and to reserve your spot, contact Mary McIntosh at AAA Travel Center at mmcintosh@nyaaa.com or (315) 558-6372. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime spiritual journey!
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