Mission Intention for August
That the human family may learn to respect God’s plan for the world and become ever more aware that Creation is God’s great gift.
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
Eucharistic Adoration is held every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6 am to 9 pm at St. John’s Church Adoration Chapel, downstairs. For more information, please call 561-5083 or email Sjohnsadoration@aol.com
17th Sunday in Ordinary Time:
Jesus' parable of the treasure in the field is a wonderful way to describe the kingdom of heaven. Within each of us, God has planted his word. And as we find it, we are called to give up everything in this worldly life that has no value and no place in heaven, just as the man in the parable who sold everything in order to own the field which contained the treasure. The most beautiful aspect of this treasure is that it can always be shared without ever diminishing itself within you! As faithful followers of Jesus Christ, we are entrusted with passing this treasure on from generation to generation. We do this by professing the faith, by living it in fraternal sharing, and by celebrating it in liturgy (Mass) and prayer. Look deeply into your own heart; uncover that treasure of the love of the Lord, and share it with everyone
AN INVITATION:
The St. Paul Event will take place at St. Mary’s Cathedral at 4 p.m. on Sunday, September 14, 2008. Bishop Cunningham is inviting parishioners of the Diocese to join in the diocesan observance of the Year of St. Paul at the St. Paul Event. He would like to see the Cathedral filled to capacity. No tickets will be issued to the Event. However, due to the limited seating at the Cathedral, parishioners who are interested in participating in this event must indicate this to their Pastor before August 10th. Approximate numbers are needed to help plan for seating and for refreshments following the Event.
MISSIONARY PROJECTS OF THE DIOCESE OF OGDENSBURG:
Each year in July the special collection for the Missionary Projects of the Diocese of Ogdensburg takes place. It is an opportunity for you to support the missionary endeavors of this Diocese. This collection will be taken up this weekend. Sr. Cindy Sullivan, a member of the religious community of the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin will be our guest missionary this year. Sr. Cindy is a native of Massena, New York Sr. Cindy has been in Quito, Ecuador, as a volunteer or a Director, for more than 33 years of a very unique program of development for the entire family of working children known as The Working Boy’s Center- A Family of Family . The Center serves over 2000 members of their 400 families six days a week. It is very unique in it’s insistence that the families need to become agents of change through the many educational and social programs offered them. There is not a member so poor that he or she cannot do something for someone else.
16th Sunday in Ordinary Time: In today's Gospel reading from Matthew, Jesus offers us three parables-the sowing of weeds among the wheat, the mustard seed, and the leavened bread. How do these parables affect our lives today? In our secular world, we receive words of "weeds" along with the word of God. Like yeast in bread, it is up to us to allow which ones to grow within us. But like even the tiniest mustard seed, if we nurture God's word in our hearts, it will grow greater than we could imagine. Remember the master's admonition to wait until the time was right to gather the weeds separately from the wheat. So, too, does the Church in practicing penance and renewal with her members. It is not yet the time for our harvest, but we know that if we stand strong to the weeds around us through our faith, we will finally be gathered separately and welcomed into the kingdom of heaven.
THE YEAR OF SAINT PAUL:
Let the gift of your life grow in Christ drawing you from death to faith, hope and love. Listen! For God is calling you unto Himself. St. Paul tells us that all things work for good for those who love God and are called according to His purpose. For those he calls He justifies; and those He justifies, He glorifies. How wonderful is the thoughtful plan that God has taken for our salvation. The readings of St. Paul in Sacred Scripture can help us understand God’s wonderful plan for all he created. We are all included in God’s plan. God so loved us that he gave His only Son to all mankind....Jesus died on the cross for us so that we might be freed of our sins and enjoy eternal life. Christ is Our Hope! St. Paul, Apostle of the Gentiles, pray for us.
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Bulletin for the Week of July 20, 2008
MANY THANKS!!
Thanks for your generous contribution last weekend of $1713 towards the costs of fuel for this coming Winter season
MISSIONARY PROJECTS OF THE DIOCESE OF OGDENSBURG:
Each year in July the special collection for the Missionary Projects of the Diocese of Ogdensburg takes place. It is an opportunity for you to support the missionary endeavors of this Diocese. This collection will be taken up on the weekend of July 26-27. Sr. Cindy Sullivan, BVM will be our guest missionary this year. Sr.Cindy is a native of Massena, New York. Sr.Cindy was an accomplished golfer and had moved to California to try her hand at becoming a professional golfer. After she decided that she did not want to "work" at playing golf. Sr. Cindy left California to join the Peace Corps. Sister thought that she would be heading to Africa but God lead her to Quito, Ecuador where she worked with a Jesuit and a Sister of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary for four and a half years. She joined the Sisters of Charity while still in Quito in 1978. Sr.Cindy has been in Quito, Ecuador, as a volunteer or a Director, for more than 33 years of a very unique program of development for the entire family of working children known as The Working Boy’s Center- A Family of Family . The Center serves over 2000 members of their 400 families six days a week. It is very unique in it’s insistence that the families need to become agents of change through the many educational and social programs offered them. There is not a member so poor that he or she cannot do something for someone else. The second collection next weekend will be your special gift to help this mission in Quito, Ecuador.
16th Sunday in Ordinary Time: In today's Gospel reading from Matthew, Jesus offers us three parables-the sowing of weeds among the wheat, the mustard seed, and the leavened bread. How do these parables affect our lives today? In our secular world, we receive words of "weeds" along with the word of God. Like yeast in bread, it is up to us to allow which ones to grow within us. But like even the tiniest mustard seed, if we nurture God's word in our hearts, it will grow greater than we could imagine. Remember the master's admonition to wait until the time was right to gather the weeds separately from the wheat. So, too, does the Church in practicing penance and renewal with her members. It is not yet the time for our harvest, but we know that if we stand strong to the weeds around us through our faith, we will finally be gathered separately and welcomed into the kingdom of heaven.
THE YEAR OF SAINT PAUL:
The Lord keeps in our minds the wonderful things He has done. He is compassion and love; He always provides for his faithful. St. Paul reminds us that the Spirit comes to the aid of our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes…. Christ is Our Hope and He will search your heart. Let your heart be filled with good intentions and desires and the Spirit will fulfil them. The Spirit will always intercede for you if it is according to God’s will. Lord, may we always remember your only Son Jesus who died for us on the Cross so that we may experience forgiveness and be brought to eternal life. St. Paul, Apostle of the Gentiles, pray for us.
BASIC WAYS OF PRAYING:
Our communication with others take many forms. Sometimes we make small talk. Other times, we discuss business. Still other times, we share intenses personal issues Our communication with God -- our prayer -- also includes a variety of forms. The Church identifies the following forms of prayer:
Adoration--acknowledgiing God’s greatness
Petition--asking God to address our personal needs
Intercession--praying on behalf of the needs of others
Thanksgiving--thanking God for all good gifts
Praising--joyfully acknowledging that God is God.
Thanks for your generous contribution last weekend of $1713 towards the costs of fuel for this coming Winter season
MISSIONARY PROJECTS OF THE DIOCESE OF OGDENSBURG:
Each year in July the special collection for the Missionary Projects of the Diocese of Ogdensburg takes place. It is an opportunity for you to support the missionary endeavors of this Diocese. This collection will be taken up on the weekend of July 26-27. Sr. Cindy Sullivan, BVM will be our guest missionary this year. Sr.Cindy is a native of Massena, New York. Sr.Cindy was an accomplished golfer and had moved to California to try her hand at becoming a professional golfer. After she decided that she did not want to "work" at playing golf. Sr. Cindy left California to join the Peace Corps. Sister thought that she would be heading to Africa but God lead her to Quito, Ecuador where she worked with a Jesuit and a Sister of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary for four and a half years. She joined the Sisters of Charity while still in Quito in 1978. Sr.Cindy has been in Quito, Ecuador, as a volunteer or a Director, for more than 33 years of a very unique program of development for the entire family of working children known as The Working Boy’s Center- A Family of Family . The Center serves over 2000 members of their 400 families six days a week. It is very unique in it’s insistence that the families need to become agents of change through the many educational and social programs offered them. There is not a member so poor that he or she cannot do something for someone else. The second collection next weekend will be your special gift to help this mission in Quito, Ecuador.
16th Sunday in Ordinary Time: In today's Gospel reading from Matthew, Jesus offers us three parables-the sowing of weeds among the wheat, the mustard seed, and the leavened bread. How do these parables affect our lives today? In our secular world, we receive words of "weeds" along with the word of God. Like yeast in bread, it is up to us to allow which ones to grow within us. But like even the tiniest mustard seed, if we nurture God's word in our hearts, it will grow greater than we could imagine. Remember the master's admonition to wait until the time was right to gather the weeds separately from the wheat. So, too, does the Church in practicing penance and renewal with her members. It is not yet the time for our harvest, but we know that if we stand strong to the weeds around us through our faith, we will finally be gathered separately and welcomed into the kingdom of heaven.
THE YEAR OF SAINT PAUL:
The Lord keeps in our minds the wonderful things He has done. He is compassion and love; He always provides for his faithful. St. Paul reminds us that the Spirit comes to the aid of our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes…. Christ is Our Hope and He will search your heart. Let your heart be filled with good intentions and desires and the Spirit will fulfil them. The Spirit will always intercede for you if it is according to God’s will. Lord, may we always remember your only Son Jesus who died for us on the Cross so that we may experience forgiveness and be brought to eternal life. St. Paul, Apostle of the Gentiles, pray for us.
BASIC WAYS OF PRAYING:
Our communication with others take many forms. Sometimes we make small talk. Other times, we discuss business. Still other times, we share intenses personal issues Our communication with God -- our prayer -- also includes a variety of forms. The Church identifies the following forms of prayer:
Adoration--acknowledgiing God’s greatness
Petition--asking God to address our personal needs
Intercession--praying on behalf of the needs of others
Thanksgiving--thanking God for all good gifts
Praising--joyfully acknowledging that God is God.
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Bulletin for the Week of July 13, 2008
ATTENTION ALL FAMILIES:
Looking for an opportunity to get away and enjoy your family? You are invited to one of three Family Guggenheim sessions (August 14-17, August 21-24 and October 10-12) to be held at the Guggenheim Center in Saranac Lake. Family Fun, prayer, swimming, workshops, mountain climbing, liturgy and more—please contact the rectory for more details and registration forms.
BLESSED KATERI TEKAKWITHA:
July 14, 2008 is the feast of Blessed Kateri Tekawitha. This year marks the 328th anniversary of her death. Known as the “Lily of the Mohawks” Kateri was born in 1656 in Osserenon near what is now Auriesville, NY of a Christian Algonquin mother and a pagan Mohawk chief, and died 24 years later in 1680. She was introduced to the Catholic faith by her mother. However, it was not until Easter Sunday, April 18, 1676, that she was baptized by the Jesuit missionary, Father Jacques de Lamberville. She made her First Communion at Christmas in 1677. Persecuted for abandoning her ancestral beliefs she was abused by her aunts, ridiculed by non-Christian villagers who were willing to have her killed if she did not abandon her new faith. She was forced to flee to Canada. Her Catholic life of only four years was filled with prayers, devotion to the Holy Eucharist, and penances for the conversion of the Mohawk Indiana nation. She died on April 17, 1680 and was beatified in 1980, the first American Indian and American lay person so honored. A pamphlet with a Triduum of Prayers in her honor is available at the entrance to the church.
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
Eucharistic Adoration is held every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6 am to 9 pm at St. John’s Church Adoration Chapel, downstairs. For more information, please call 561-5083 or email Sjohnsadoration@aol.com
SPECIAL COLLECTION:
The increased cost of gasoline and heating fuel has place difficulty on all of you. As you are very well aware from all indications the cost will not decrease in the months and year to come. This increased cost affects your home as well as our parish. Your contribution to the special collection this weekend will assist your parish with the costs of heating the parish buildings. A special envelope for this purpose is in your packet of envelopes.
THE YEAR OF SAINT PAUL:
The world is filled with sorrow, fear and many things unknown. Christ is our Hope! We as Christians have inherited hope. Christ Jesus is our anchor. St. Paul believed that this created world was linked with the future that belongs to those who believe that Jesus Christ is our Lord, Savior and Redeemer. St. Paul tells us that the sufferings of this present time are as nothing compared with the glory to be revealed for us. We eagerly await this glory with groaning and anticipation. After patient endurance, the full harvest of the Spirit’s presence will be realized. The Lord is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and of great kindness. Seek the Lord today in your life. It is your hope in Christ that will bring you peace, confidence, and assurance of God’s promises to us. St. Paul, Apostle of the Gentiles, pray for us.
The G.I.F.T. of Prayer
Give thanks
Identify needs
Forgive and Be Forgiven
Think of Others
CREATION VS. EVOLUTION:
A scientist decided to take the initiative and create human life from scratch. He called out to God and said: “God, we no longer need you. Science has developed to the point where we can create human beings without your initiative.” God said, “Oh, is that so? Let’s have a human being making contest, but we have to agree to do this just like I did back in the old days with Adam and Eve.” “Sure,” replied the scientist, who then bent down and grabbed himself a handful of dirt to get started. God interrupted him with a smile and said, “Oh, no, you don’t. You go make you own dirt.”
Looking for an opportunity to get away and enjoy your family? You are invited to one of three Family Guggenheim sessions (August 14-17, August 21-24 and October 10-12) to be held at the Guggenheim Center in Saranac Lake. Family Fun, prayer, swimming, workshops, mountain climbing, liturgy and more—please contact the rectory for more details and registration forms.
BLESSED KATERI TEKAKWITHA:
July 14, 2008 is the feast of Blessed Kateri Tekawitha. This year marks the 328th anniversary of her death. Known as the “Lily of the Mohawks” Kateri was born in 1656 in Osserenon near what is now Auriesville, NY of a Christian Algonquin mother and a pagan Mohawk chief, and died 24 years later in 1680. She was introduced to the Catholic faith by her mother. However, it was not until Easter Sunday, April 18, 1676, that she was baptized by the Jesuit missionary, Father Jacques de Lamberville. She made her First Communion at Christmas in 1677. Persecuted for abandoning her ancestral beliefs she was abused by her aunts, ridiculed by non-Christian villagers who were willing to have her killed if she did not abandon her new faith. She was forced to flee to Canada. Her Catholic life of only four years was filled with prayers, devotion to the Holy Eucharist, and penances for the conversion of the Mohawk Indiana nation. She died on April 17, 1680 and was beatified in 1980, the first American Indian and American lay person so honored. A pamphlet with a Triduum of Prayers in her honor is available at the entrance to the church.
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
Eucharistic Adoration is held every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6 am to 9 pm at St. John’s Church Adoration Chapel, downstairs. For more information, please call 561-5083 or email Sjohnsadoration@aol.com
SPECIAL COLLECTION:
The increased cost of gasoline and heating fuel has place difficulty on all of you. As you are very well aware from all indications the cost will not decrease in the months and year to come. This increased cost affects your home as well as our parish. Your contribution to the special collection this weekend will assist your parish with the costs of heating the parish buildings. A special envelope for this purpose is in your packet of envelopes.
THE YEAR OF SAINT PAUL:
The world is filled with sorrow, fear and many things unknown. Christ is our Hope! We as Christians have inherited hope. Christ Jesus is our anchor. St. Paul believed that this created world was linked with the future that belongs to those who believe that Jesus Christ is our Lord, Savior and Redeemer. St. Paul tells us that the sufferings of this present time are as nothing compared with the glory to be revealed for us. We eagerly await this glory with groaning and anticipation. After patient endurance, the full harvest of the Spirit’s presence will be realized. The Lord is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and of great kindness. Seek the Lord today in your life. It is your hope in Christ that will bring you peace, confidence, and assurance of God’s promises to us. St. Paul, Apostle of the Gentiles, pray for us.
The G.I.F.T. of Prayer
Give thanks
Identify needs
Forgive and Be Forgiven
Think of Others
CREATION VS. EVOLUTION:
A scientist decided to take the initiative and create human life from scratch. He called out to God and said: “God, we no longer need you. Science has developed to the point where we can create human beings without your initiative.” God said, “Oh, is that so? Let’s have a human being making contest, but we have to agree to do this just like I did back in the old days with Adam and Eve.” “Sure,” replied the scientist, who then bent down and grabbed himself a handful of dirt to get started. God interrupted him with a smile and said, “Oh, no, you don’t. You go make you own dirt.”
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Bulletin for the Week of July 6, 2008
Mission Intention for July
That there may be an increase in the number of those who volunteer to serve the Christian community with generous and prompt availability.
BAPTISM:
Barrett Kenneth Snider, son of Evan Lee and Stacy Marie (Hall) Snider became a member of the Catholic community through the Sacrament of Baptism on June 29th.
ATTENTION ALL FAMILIES:
Looking for an opportunity to get away and enjoy your family? You are invited to one of three Family Guggenheim sessions (August 14-17, August 21-24 and October 10-12) to be held at the Guggenheim Center in Saranac Lake. Family Fun, prayer, swimming, workshops, mountain climbing, liturgy and more—please contact the rectory for more details and registration forms.
BLESSINGS WORTHY OF REPEATING:
A mothers words of wisdom to her children are worthy of repeating for all of us:
Be good
Tell the truth
Call when you get there
Be home on time
Take out the garbage
Do your homework
Clean your room
Comb your hair, wash you face, brush your teeth
Kiss me goodnight
Say your prayers
I love you
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
Eucharistic Adoration is held every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6 am to 9 pm at St. John’s Church Adoration Chapel, downstairs. For more information, please call 561-5083 or email Sjohnsadoration@aol.com
SPECIAL COLLECTION:
The increased cost of gasoline and heating fuel has place difficulty on all of you. From all indications the cost will not decrease in the months and year to come. This increased cost affects your home as well as our parish. There will be a special collection next weekend to assist with the costs of heating. lighting and insurance on our parish buildings. A special envelope for this purpose is in your packet of envelopes. The following is a breakdown of the exact costs of these items for the fiscal year July 1, 2007 - June 30, 2008.
Parish Center Church Rectory
TOTAL
ELECTRICITY $614 $806 $655 $2,075
HEATING $2,361 $5,025 $3,329 $10,715
INSURANCE PREMIUMS: $6,048
TOTAL COST OF ELECTRICITY, HEATING AND INSURANCE: $18,838
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR COLLEGE STUDIES:
MATER DEI FOUNDATION, established to provide financial assistance for the residents of the North Country for the study of liberal arts and sciences at a degree granting institution and to provide assistance for the education of Catholic educators and students of the North Country, is pleased to make scholarships available for Catholic seniors in secondary schools who are seeking financial assistance in pursing college studies at a Catholic college. Consideration will be given to the academic and personal suitability for studies requested, and the economic need and scholastic ability. For additional information phone Sister Mary Patrick at 315-393-2920.
THE YEAR OF SAINT PAUL:
Before we praise the name of God, we need to know why we are praising God. St. Paul reminded the Romans who they were. With God’s life, they were graced with the presence of Christ living within them. Today St. Paul’s words are also for us. God created us for himself. To seek out the spirit we need to know that God created us not only in the flesh but also in the spirit. The Spirit is greater than the flesh. In today’s 2nd reading from the letter to the Romans, we understand the struggle that our mortal bodies have between the flesh and the spirit. We are invited to look at the cross for divine assistance to help us accept our limitations, realizing that God’s grace is all we need to live the Christian life. St. Paul, Apostle of the Gentiles, pray for us.
That there may be an increase in the number of those who volunteer to serve the Christian community with generous and prompt availability.
BAPTISM:
Barrett Kenneth Snider, son of Evan Lee and Stacy Marie (Hall) Snider became a member of the Catholic community through the Sacrament of Baptism on June 29th.
ATTENTION ALL FAMILIES:
Looking for an opportunity to get away and enjoy your family? You are invited to one of three Family Guggenheim sessions (August 14-17, August 21-24 and October 10-12) to be held at the Guggenheim Center in Saranac Lake. Family Fun, prayer, swimming, workshops, mountain climbing, liturgy and more—please contact the rectory for more details and registration forms.
BLESSINGS WORTHY OF REPEATING:
A mothers words of wisdom to her children are worthy of repeating for all of us:
Be good
Tell the truth
Call when you get there
Be home on time
Take out the garbage
Do your homework
Clean your room
Comb your hair, wash you face, brush your teeth
Kiss me goodnight
Say your prayers
I love you
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
Eucharistic Adoration is held every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6 am to 9 pm at St. John’s Church Adoration Chapel, downstairs. For more information, please call 561-5083 or email Sjohnsadoration@aol.com
SPECIAL COLLECTION:
The increased cost of gasoline and heating fuel has place difficulty on all of you. From all indications the cost will not decrease in the months and year to come. This increased cost affects your home as well as our parish. There will be a special collection next weekend to assist with the costs of heating. lighting and insurance on our parish buildings. A special envelope for this purpose is in your packet of envelopes. The following is a breakdown of the exact costs of these items for the fiscal year July 1, 2007 - June 30, 2008.
Parish Center Church Rectory
TOTAL
ELECTRICITY $614 $806 $655 $2,075
HEATING $2,361 $5,025 $3,329 $10,715
INSURANCE PREMIUMS: $6,048
TOTAL COST OF ELECTRICITY, HEATING AND INSURANCE: $18,838
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR COLLEGE STUDIES:
MATER DEI FOUNDATION, established to provide financial assistance for the residents of the North Country for the study of liberal arts and sciences at a degree granting institution and to provide assistance for the education of Catholic educators and students of the North Country, is pleased to make scholarships available for Catholic seniors in secondary schools who are seeking financial assistance in pursing college studies at a Catholic college. Consideration will be given to the academic and personal suitability for studies requested, and the economic need and scholastic ability. For additional information phone Sister Mary Patrick at 315-393-2920.
THE YEAR OF SAINT PAUL:
Before we praise the name of God, we need to know why we are praising God. St. Paul reminded the Romans who they were. With God’s life, they were graced with the presence of Christ living within them. Today St. Paul’s words are also for us. God created us for himself. To seek out the spirit we need to know that God created us not only in the flesh but also in the spirit. The Spirit is greater than the flesh. In today’s 2nd reading from the letter to the Romans, we understand the struggle that our mortal bodies have between the flesh and the spirit. We are invited to look at the cross for divine assistance to help us accept our limitations, realizing that God’s grace is all we need to live the Christian life. St. Paul, Apostle of the Gentiles, pray for us.
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