eNOTES for November 29, 2022
(with bulletin information for the weekends of December 11 and 18)
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RETIREMENT COLLECTION: Bulletin Announcements
Parish Appeal/Pulpit Announcement:
Our second collection on December 11 is for the Retirement Fund for Religious. Thousands of elderly sisters, brothers and religious order priests spent years working in ministries—such as Catholic schools, parishes and hospitals—often for little or no pay. Today, many religious communities do not have enough savings to meet retirement needs. Your donation helps provide medications, nursing care and more. Please give generously.
Bulletin Announcements:
Week before the collection: Lighten the load. An abbot writes, “Your gift helps ease our worldly burdens and allows us to continue living out our mission of seeking God and serving the Church.” Donations to next week’s Retirement Fund for Religious collection help hundreds of US religious communities to provide for their aging members. Please give generously.
Week of the collection: Help aging religious.Senior sisters, brothers and religious order priests have devoted their lives to prayer, service and works of mercy. Most ministered for little or no pay. Today, their religious communities do not have enough retirement savings. Your gift to today’s Retirement Fund for Religious collection helps to furnish medications, nursing care and other necessities. Please give generously.
Week after the collection: Religious give thanks. A sister writes, “We remember the many people who believe in the Retirement Fund for Religious, thanking them in prayer for their great generosity and compassion.” God bless you for donating to last week’s second collection. Visit retiredreligious.org to learn how your gift supports elderly sisters, brothers, and religious order priests.
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From The Diocesan Offices:
ART CONTEST: Missionary Childhood Association Art Contest
The Mission Office is happy to announce the 2022-2023 Missionary Childhood Association (MCA) National Christmas Artwork Contest! Twenty-four winners will be selected in this national competition, which includes two grand prize winners.
The contest is open to any Catholic in the Diocese of Ogdensburg in grades K-8. Children do not need to be attending a Catholic school to enter the contest. Deadline for submissions is January 31, 2023. Anyone interested in can find the guidelines and entry form on our website at https://www.rcdony.org/mission/mca.html
Please send entries to our local office at
MCA Art Contest
P.O. Box 369
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
Entering the MCA art contest is a great way to encourage children to remember the true meaning behind Christmas and keep it going all season.
Parish Events and Notifications
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FALL INTO WINTER CRAFT FAIR: St. Augustine's Annual Craft Fair, Peru
WHEN: December 3, 2022
WHERE: St. Augustine's Church, 3030 Main St. Peru
TIME: 10 AM to 3 PM
Find one of a kind gifts this year. Shop local vendors for homemade and unique items!
Also enjoy a warm meal!
For more information contact 518-643-2435
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A NORTH COUNTRY CHRISTMAS: 10th Annual Craft Show, Morrisonville.
WHEN: December 10, 2022
WHERE: St. Alexander's Church, 1 Church St. Morrisonville
TIME: 9 AM to 3 PM
Featuring the works of local vendors selling: Jewelry, Quilts, Homemade Holiday Crafts, Wood Crafts, Candles, Adirondack Items, and MUCH MORE!
Lunch Available At Padre's Cafe
Bake Sale & Home Made Chocolates
COME JOIN US! UNIQUE GIFTS FOR CHRISTMAS!
Contact 518-561-5039 for any questions.
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A FESTIVAL OF SACRED CHRISTMAS SONGS: St. Mary's Church, Clayton
A Festival of Sacred Christmas Song, Sunday, December 11, at 4 PM at St. Mary's Church, 521 James Street, Clayton. Featuring performances by the music ministries of St. Mary's Church, Clayton and St. Cyril's Church, Alexandria Bay, St. Mary's Youth Choir, and Turning Point Men's Barbershop Chorus. A free-will offering will be accepted. For more information, contact St. Mary's parish office at 315-686-3398.
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PANCAKE BREAKFAST: To Benefit Augustinian Academy
Pancake Breakfast to Benefit Augustinian Academy to be held on December 11 from 8AM to Noon at St. James Community Room, Carthage.
PRICE
$9 for Adults
$7 for Seniors
$4 for Children under 10
$27 for a Family of four or more
Sponsored by the Father John Cosmic Council 291 of the Knights of Columbus
For further information call 315-493-3224
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CHRISTMAS CONCERT: West Chazy
Sunday, December 18, at 7 PM, at St. Joseph's Church, 60 West Church St., West Chazy. Come and enjoy beautiful performances of Christmas Songs from our local youth and adults alike. This is a family event for all to enjoy. We hope to see you there! Admission is free. For more information contact the Parish Office at 518-493-4521.
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CHRISTMAS IN OUR HEARTS: Christmas Festival 2022, Altona
December 18
9:30 AM to 4 PM
Holy Angels Hall, Altona
Craft fair, Christmas concert, Christmas basket BINGO, live nativity, raffle, baked goods, food & refreshments.
For more information, contact the parish office at 518-236-5632
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CHRISTMAS SHOW - GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA: Massena
Location: Sacred Heart Church, Massena
Date: December 21
Time: 6:30 PM
Cost: $30 prime seating or $20 General Admission
Contact: Trinity Catholic School for tickets and more info 315-769-5911
No other new parish events were submitted. Please check your parish bulletins and previously posted submissions below.
Regular Features:
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EUCHARISTIC REVIVAL RESOURCES:
Here is a link for a downloadable Advent Prayer from the Eucharistic Revival for the first week of Advent.
You may wish to share this video from the Knights of Columbus on your parish website or social media:
In order to share the video click on the share button under the video. Click on embed in order to get the embed code for your website or click on the social media link to share it on your social media page.
For more information on the Eucharistic Revival see https://www.eucharisticrevival.org/
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SAFE ENVIRONMENT CORNER: Did you know? ...
Did You Know…Safety Rules can keep you safe in an unsafe world. Safety Rule #5 – No Blame/No Shame. No matter what happens, it is important to know you should never feel ashamed to seek help and talk to a Safe Adult if you are unsafe or have been hurt. You are not to blame, and it is never too late to tell. Even if you make an unsafe or inappropriate decision, talking to a Safe Adult can help you learn and stay safe. For more information, contact the Safe Environment Office at (315) 393-2920.
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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 retain the right to live there as long as you want. This arrangement removes the property from your 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.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the December 10/11 Bulletin
An Eco-Tip for a "Greener" Christmas: Buy less. Buy Smart: Think "green" as you select gifts that require little packaging like gift cards, tickets for an event, a membership or magazine subscription, homemade treats with their recipes, to mention but a few.
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ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP:
for the December 17/18 Bulletin
An Eco-Tips for a "Greener" Christmas: So many toys, so many batteries! 40% of battery-operated items are purchased at Christmastime. While there are countless games and gadgets that require batteries, you can choose the rechargeable route to help ensure less batteries end up in the garbage. Batteries contain toxic chemicals, do not biodegrade and are difficult to recycle. In addition small batteries pose a serious choking hazard for young children. Check out rechargeable batteries that can plug directly into any USB connector when you flip open the battery cap. (The Guardian.com)
U.S. SISTERS AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING: monthly bulletin announcements
December – Think about giving a gift to an organization that works to abolish human trafficking and helps survivors regain meaningful lives. Catholic Sisters are doing this; join us. U.S. Catholic Sisters Against Human Trafficking
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ADVENT: Resources to celebrate Advent well!
Advent 2022 starts on Sunday, November 27. Celebrating Advent well requires preparation, so the Family Life Office posts resources and tips to help families with their celebration of Advent at https://www.rcdony.org/family-life/advent.html.
ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING: Drivers Needed
HOME DELIVERED MEAL DRIVERS NEEDED: The St. Lawrence County Office for the Aging is seeking drivers for home-delivered meals in Brasher Falls, DeKalb, Canton, Gouverneur, Morristown, Ogdensburg, Potsdam and Star Lake. These drivers deliver hot, nutritious meals to older adults. Many are homebound and receive a lunchtime meal Monday through Friday. A critical component of this program is the daily wellness check that is provided by this service.
The Office for the Aging is seeking volunteer drivers. Drivers receive a mileage reimbursement. Typical deliveries take place between 9:30 and 11:30 AM Routes can be between one hour and two hours. You can volunteer for one day a week or several. Any help is greatly appreciated. If you are interested please contact Danielle Durant at 315-386-4730.
IHC ANNUAL APPEAL:
Thank you for considering a gift to the IHC Annual Appeal.
Join us in funding the mission by either mailing a check to 1316 Ives Street,
Watertown, NY 13601, donating through our website, www.ihcschool.org or in pew giving at Watertown churches beginning November 5.
For more information, contact Corinne Mercer at corinne.mercer@ihcschool.org
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UPDATE - CHANGE IN SCHEDULE
MEN'S DISCERNMENT GROUPS: Are you hearing God's call?
MEN'S DISCERNMENT GROUP: Are you discerning how God is calling you to serve Him with your life? Are you between the ages of 18 and 40 and open to God’s plan for you? Have you ever considered priesthood or religious life?
Men’s Discernment Group is for you! Consider attending a group and enjoy food, fellowship, and prayer. No registration required.
Plattsburgh Discernment Group
November28 at 6 PM
St. John XXIII Newman Center, 90 Broad Street, Plattsburgh Facilitator: Deacon Brent Davison
bdavison71@westelcom.com or 518-563-0730
Potsdam Discernment Group -note change of schedule
Saturday, December 3 at 11 AM
St. Mary's Parish Rectory, 17 Lawrence Avenue, Potsdam Facilitator: Connor Cummings
campusministrysm@gmail.com or 315-783-5477
Watertown Discernment Group
Saturday, November 26 at 11 AM
St. Patrick’s Parish Center, 123 South Massey Street, Watertown Facilitator: Father Matt Conger
mconger@rcdony.org or 315-323-8151
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COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS TABLE: St. Mary's Church, Clayton
Community Christmas Table. Saturday, December 3, 11 AM to 2 PM. Stop in at St. Mary's parish center in Clayton for the Community Christmas Table. Over 50 delicious dishes to sample for only $8. Part of the Christmas in Clayton events. For more information, contact St. Mary's parish office at 315-686-3398.
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HEALING PRAYER SERVICE: An Evening Of Healing Of: Mind, Body And Spirit in Watertown
Healing Prayer Service at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church,
320 W. Lynde St, Watertown
Thursday, December 1, at 5 PM
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart and the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart would like to invite everyone to a Healing Prayer Service, an evening of healing of: mind, body, and spirit. The evening will begin with adoration and reflection. The night then will provide an opportunity for individual confession and anointing with the oil of the sick. The evening will conclude with Benediction.
Healing prayer services are a powerful means of bringing God’ s healing power into the lives of those who are suffering from illness, physical disabilities, grief, fear, and mental or spiritual health issues. Starting a healing prayer service can meet these needs through the power of prayer that brings the gift of healing into the lives of others by connecting to God’ s loving presence.
All are welcome.
For more information, contact Sacred Heart Parish at 315-782-1474
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SPAGHETTI & MEATBALL DINNER: K of C Fundraiser
Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner, Saturday, December 10, serving from 4 to 7 PM. Adults $9, seniors $8, children under 12 $5 and those under 5 eat for free. Sauce available at $6 per quart. Menu includes spaghetti & meatballs, salad, bread, beverage and dessert. Benefit Indian River Knights of Columbus 7471. For more information call 315-629-4678.
ROSARY FOR LIFE: Every Saturday
A Rosary for Life is recited every Saturday at 4:25 pm immediately preceding the 5 PM Vigil Mass.
St. Mary's Church
68 Court St. Canton
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YOUTH BUS FOR LIFE PILGRIMAGE: Travel to DC for the 50th March for Life
High school students and Virtus-trained chaperones are invited to join in the 50th March for Life in Washington, DC January 19-21, 2023. Cost of $150 includes transportation, two hotel nights and 5 meals. Pick up locations: Potsdam, Gouverneur and Watertown. Visit www.rcdony.org/pro-life to view complete itinerary and to register. The deadline for registrations is December 1st.
Contact the Respect Life office with questions.
SEEKING A SUMMER YOUTH CAMP DIRECTOR
The Diocese of Ogdensburg is seeking an energetic and dedicated individual for the position of Summer Youth Camp Director at the Guggenheim Center.
Located at, 1468 County Route 18, Saranac Lake, New York, Summer Camp Guggenheim has been a “home away from home” for young people ages 12 to 18 years old since 1972.
Hike, Swim, Praise, and a whole lot more!
Summer camp Guggenheim is a high energy camp filled with exciting activities and opportunities for campers to experience their faith and joyfully celebrate it.
To apply please visit: www.rcdony.org/information/employment
Questions or inquiries contact:
Tom Semeraro, Director of Youth Ministry
315-393-2920 ext. 1415
www.rcdony.org/youth
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FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM: Volunteer Opportunity
To volunteer for this program you must reside in Franklin, Clinton, Essex, Jefferson or St. Lawrence County. Please contact Melissa Howard at mhoward@cathcharities.org
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LOVING AUTHENTICALLY: Sex, Happiness and Catholic Teaching
All diocesan and parish leaders are invited to attend this free seminar designed to deepen our understanding of how Church doctrine on sexual morality connects with our happiness. Please read Bishop LaValley's letter strongly recommending the seminar. Lunch is provided.
Newman Center, Plattsburgh ~ Sunday, February 12, 2023
St. Bernard's, Saranac Lake ~ Saturday, April 22, 2023
St. Mary's, Ticonderoga ~ Saturday, May 20, 2023
To register, go to https://www.rcdony.org/lovingauthentically. For more information contact Steve Tartaglia at 315-393-2920 or startaglia@rcdony.org
PILGRIMAGES:
PILGRIMAGE TO BIBLICAL TURKEY: Hosted by Fr. Donald Robinson
Pilgrimage To Biblical Turkey. 12 Days-Oct 9-20, 2023. Istanbul * Ankara * Cappadocia * Pamukkale * Ephesus * Izmir * Pergamum * Canakkale. Hosted By Fr. Donald Robinson. $2,999 From New York. For More Information, Please Contact Fr. Robinson at 315-782-1143 or email to donrob4@twcny.rr.com
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