Bulletin for the week of July 26, 2009

Mission Intention for July

That the Christians in the Middle East may live their faith in full freedom and be an instrument of peace and reconciliation.

BAPTISM: Annalise Renee Louis, daughter of William Louis and Nichole Joyal became a member of the Catholic community through the Sacrament of Baptism on July 19th.

THE DIOCESE OF OGDENSBURG IS ON TWITTER: The Diocese of Ogdensburg is on Twitter. If you have a twitter account please follow us for news and events around the Diocese. Twitter ID:http://twitter.com/rcdogd

PILGRIMAGE TO FRANCE: Fr. Scott Fobare, Pastor of St. Patrick’s in Port Henry is leading a pilgrimage to France from April 7-17, 2010. For a detailed brochure and registration form please contact Fr. Scott at 518-546-7254.

HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS: Hospice of the North Country is having a Volunteer Training class on July 25-26 from 8am-4pm at 43 Durkee Street, Plattsburgh. For information and registration phone Joy Gifford at 561-8465.

ARE YOU BEING CALLED TO LAY MINISTRY? Are you open to the call to serve in parish ministry? Consider joining the hundreds of other Commissioned Lay Ministers who have responded to the call by training through Formation for Ministry. For a two year period, candidates attend weekly classes. Each course is once a week for 8 weeks as follows:

First Year: Second Year:

* Old Testament * Christology

* New Testament * Sacraments

* Church * Moral Theology

* Spirituality * Social Justice

Registration for Formation for Ministry 2009-2011 is still available. If you are interested speak with your pastor about applying to the Formation for Ministry program for 2009-2011. Classes will be held in Altona.

MARRIAGE JUBILEE: The Diocese has announced that they will hold the annual Marriage Jubilee mass this year on September 20th at 2:30 pm at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Ogdensburg. This event is a wonderful opportunity for those couples who are newly married to come together and celebrate with couples who have truly lived the sacrament of marriage. All couples are welcome. Couples celebrating jubilees and wishing to receive a certificate need to register for this event through the parish before September 8th.

MASS TIMES WHILE TRAVELLING: Parishioners who are travelling may call 1-800-627-7846 (1-800-MASSTIMES) or http://www.masstimes.org for the location and schedule of Masses in Catholic Churches throughout the USA and other countries.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: St. Ignatius of Loyola prayed before the Holy Eucharist: “Oh my God! Oh my Lord! Oh that men knew Thee!” Eucharistic Adoration is held throughout the year every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6 am to 9 pm at St. John’s Church Adoration Chapel, downstairs. Everyone is invited to spend some quiet time with Jesus anytime during these hours. For more information about spending a special hour with Jesus weekly, or becoming a substitute, please call 561-5083 or email us atSjohnsadoration@aol.com

ASSUMPTION OF MARY: The feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (August 15) is not a holiday of obligation this year in this country since it falls on Saturday.

YOU MIGHT BE INTERESTED TO KNOW THAT: The MASS includes the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist. The Liturgy of the Word contains the readings, the homily and the prayers of intercession. The Liturgy of the Eucharist is the heart and summit of the celebration, as established by Jesus at the Last Supper. It is called the Mass from the Latin missa which means "mission" or "sending" with which the Mass concludes when the priest says: Go in Peace to love and serve the Lord to which you respond Thanks be to God.

MARRIAGE TIP: What counts in making a happy marriage is not so much how compatible you are, but how you deal with incompatibility. In what way are you and your spouse most different? Find moreMarriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org

Fear is that little darkroom where negatives are developed.

MISSIONARY PROJECTS OF THE DIOCESE OF OGDENSBURG: The second collection today is for theMissionary Projects of the Diocese of Ogdensburg. The collection will be used to provide continued financial support of our former mission in Mollendo, Peru; to support the U.S. Bishop’s annual appeal for Latin America; and to help any other missionary projects throughout the world that the Diocese might deem appropriate as part of its evangelization effort. Please be generous TODAY. Thank you for your spiritual and financial support.

Bulletin for the week of July 19, 2009

Mission Intention for July

That the Christians in the Middle East may live their faith in full freedom and be an instrument of peace and reconciliation.

BAPTISM: Gavin Theodore Bedard, son of Stephen and Brenda (Sypek) Bedard became a member of the Catholic community through the Sacrament of Baptism on July 8th.

THE DIOCESE OF OGDENSBURG IS ON TWITTER: The Diocese of Ogdensburg is on Twitter. If you have a twitter account please follow us for news and events around the Diocese. Twitter ID:http://twitter.com/rcdogd

Pilgrimage to France: Fr. Scott Fobare, Pastor of St. Patrick’s in Port Henry is leading a pilgrimage to France from April 7-17, 2010. For a detailed brochure and registration form please contact Fr. Scott at 518-546-7254.

HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS: Hospice of the North Country is having a Volunteer Training class on July 25-26 from 8am-4pm at 43 Durkee Street, Plattsburgh. For information and registration phone Joy Gifford at 561-8465.

MARRIAGE JUBILEE: The Diocese has announced that they will hold the annual Marriage Jubilee mass this year on September 20th at 2:30 pm at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Ogdensburg. This event is a wonderful opportunity for those couples who are newly married to come together and celebrate with couples who have truly lived the sacrament of marriage. All couples are welcome. Couples celebrating jubilees and wishing to receive a certificate need to register for this event through the parish before September 8th.

MASS TIMES WHILE TRAVELLING: Parishioners who are travelling may call 1-800-627-7846 (1-800-MASSTIMES) or http://www.masstimes.org for the location and schedule of Masses in Catholic Churches throughout the USA and other countries. This service is made possible by your contributions to the Catholic Communication Campaign.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: When Jesus gives Himself to us in this Sacrament, we possess Him . . . as Magdalen did when she caressed and kissed his feet. (Fr. Lukas Etlin). Eucharistic Adoration is held throughout the year every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6 am to 9 pm at St. John’s Church Adoration Chapel, downstairs. Everyone is invited to spend some quiet time with Jesus anytime during these hours. For more information about spending a special hour with Jesus weekly, or becoming a substitute, please call 561-5083 or email us at Sjohnsadoration@aol.com

FOR FREE: A power wheel chair, a power scooter and an extra large wheelchair are available for anyone who can use one or all of them. Please contact Anna Miller at 293-7340

ASSUMPTION OF MARY: The feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (August 15) is not a holiday of obligation this year in this country since it falls on Saturday.

MARRIAGE TIP: “I guess you were right." Although marriage is not a competition, this phrase is one of the sweetest things a spouse can say. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org

INSURANCE AND FUEL SPECIAL APPEAL: Many thanks for your generous contribution to the special collection to assist with the cost of heating fuel and insurance on our parish buildings.

MISSIONARY PROJECTS OF THE DIOCESE OF OGDENSBURG: The second collection next weekend will be taken up for the Missionary Projects of the Diocese of Ogdensburg. The collection will be used to provide continued financial support of our former mission in Mollendo, Peru; to support the U.S. Bishop’s annual appeal for Latin America; and to help any other missionary projects throughout the world that the Diocese might deem appropriate as part of its evangelization effort. Special envelopes for this collection are in your Envelope Boxes. Thank You.

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Prayer for a New Bishop

Almighty Father,

for one hundred thirty-seven years you have sent

to the Church of Ogdensburg shepherds after your

own heart.

Send forth the Holy Spirit upon Pope Benedict,

that he might choose for us a new Bishop,

full of courage in preaching the Gospel,

wisdom in governing the Church,

and zeal in leading us in the paths of holiness.

Grant to the man you will send to us

the protection of our Lady of the Immaculate Conception,

our Mother and our Patroness.

We make this prayer through her Son,

Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Amen.

Bulletin for the week of July 12, 2009

Mission Intention for July

That the Christians in the Middle East may live their faith in full freedom and be an instrument of peace and reconciliation.

Pilgrimage to France: Fr. Scott Fobare, Pastor of St. Patrick’s in Port Henry is leading a pilgrimage to France from April 7-17, 2010. For a detailed brochure and registration form please contact Fr. Scott at 518-546-7254.

HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS: Hospice of the North Country is having a Volunteer Training class on July 25-26 from 8am-4pm at 43 Durkee Street, Plattsburgh. For information and registration phone Joy Gifford at 561-8465.

MARRIAGE JUBILEE: The Diocese has announced that they will hold the annual Marriage Jubilee mass this year on September 20th at 2:30 pm at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Ogdensburg. This event is a wonderful opportunity for those couples who are newly married to come together and celebrate with couples who have truly lived the sacrament of marriage. All couples are welcome. Couples celebrating jubilees and wishing to receive a certificate need to register for this event through the parish before September 8th.

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time: In today's Gospel, Jesus has gathered his

Twelve Apostles together and is preparing to send them out to heal those afflicted with unclean spirits. He instructs them to carry nothing, only a walking stick, their sandals and a single tunic. He assures them their needs will be satisfied. Those who listen to their preaching will help them; but should their preaching be ignored, they can quickly and efficiently move on

to the next person. In this lesson, we learn to rid ourselves of the excess baggage in our lives, freeing us to seek a closer relationship with God. Jesus did not instruct his disciples to preach to any one type of person, he only gave them the power to cleanse the spirit. In other words, he sent them out to free the people of the burdens of sin and make them able to accept the

many and diverse gifts of God (CCC 814). Each day, we are given a wonderful opportunity to cast off the burdens and the excesses of every day life-shake the dust from our sandals-to make room for the gifts of God. And with these

gifts, we are also given the responsibility of sharing their beauty with all those who would listen.

MASS TIMES WHILE TRAVELLING: Parishioners who are travelling may call 1-800-627-7846 (1-800-MASSTIMES) or http://www.masstimes.org for the location and schedule of Masses in Catholic Churches throughout the USA and other countries. This service is made possible by your contributions to the Catholic Communication Campaign.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: [Bl.] Kateri, favored child and Lily of the Mohawks . . . obtain for me a very fervent devotion to the Holy Eucharist. Eucharistic Adoration is held throughout the year every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6 am to 9 pm at St. John’s Church Adoration Chapel, downstairs. Everyone is invited to spend some quiet time with Jesus anytime during these hours. For more information about spending a special hour with Jesus weekly, or becoming a substitute, please call 561-5083 or email us at Sjohnsadoration@aol.com

FOR FREE: A power wheel chair, a power scooter and an extra large wheelchair are available for anyone who can use one or all of them. Please contact Anna Miller at 293-7340

ASSUMPTION OF MARY: The feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (August 15) is not a holiday of obligation this year in this country since it falls on Saturday.

MARRIAGE TIP: Don't argue with anyone today - even if you're right. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org

INSURANCE AND FUEL SPECIAL APPEAL: The second collection this weekend will be to help with the cost of heating and providing fire and liability insurance on our parish buildings. The total cost of these two items for this year (July 1, 2008-June 30, 2009 was $10,259. Thank you for your contribution.

FIVE SIMPLE WAYS TO KEEP YOUR FAITH GOING STRONG:

1. ATTEND MASS AS A FAMILY: Making Mass a regular part of your family’s week helps to reinforce the message that God loves us through all seasons.

2. PRAY TOGETHER: Use both traditional Catholic prayers and spontaneous prayer.

3. MAKE SACRED SPACE IN YOUR HOME: Signs of your faith throughout the house remind you of what you believe and why. A crucifix, icon, or statue of a favorite saint in each of the kid’ bedrooms, for example, can help teach the faith and create a feeling of safety and security.

4. PRACTICE ACTS OF CHARITY: Visit elderly people, volunteer at a food shelf, or cook a meal for a family in your community who is struggling with a job loss or is not feeling well.

5. CELEBRATE THE FAMILY MEAL: At the center of our Catholic faith is a family meal (Holy Communion). Try to sit down to dinner together as often as possible, and especially on Sundays. Pray together when you begin and end the meal.

Bulletin for the week of July 5, 2009

Pilgrimage to France: Fr. Scott Fobare, Pastor of St. Patrick’s in Port Henry is leading a pilgrimage to France from April 7-17, 2010. For a detailed brochure and registration form please contact Fr. Scott at 518-546-7254.

HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS: Hospice of the North Country is having a Volunteer Training class on July 25-26 from 8am-4pm at 43 Durkee Street, Plattsburgh. For information and registration phone Joy Gifford at 561-8465.

MASS TIMES WHILE TRAVELLING: Parishioners who are travelling may call 1-800-627-7846 (1-800-MASSTIMES) or http://www.masstimes.org for the location and schedule of Masses in Catholic Churches throughout the USA and other countries. This service is made possible by your contributions to the Catholic Communication Campaign.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: The Holy Eucharist is the perfect expression of the love of Jesus Christ for man. (St. Maria Goretti). Eucharistic Adoration is held throughout the year every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6 am to 9 pm at St. John’s Church Adoration Chapel, downstairs. Everyone is invited to spend some quiet time with Jesus anytime during these hours. For more information about spending a special hour with Jesus weekly, or becoming a substitute, please call 561-5083 or email us at Sjohnsadoration@aol.com

FOR FREE: A power wheel chair, a power scooter and an extra large wheelchair are available for anyone who can use one or all of them. Please contact Anna Miller at 293-7340

MEDICAL PRESECRIPTION PROGRAM: NYP$ is a New York State sponsored pharmacy discount card that can lower the cost of prescriptions by as much as 60% on generics and 30% on brand name drugs. Residents are eligible if they are not already receiving Medicaid and are either age 50 up to 65, or persons with a disability who have been determined disabled by the Social Security Administration and have annual household income less than $35,000 (single) or $50,000 (married). Local participating pharmacies include Maggy’s, Kinney's, Rite Aid, Condo’s, Price Chopper, Wal-mart and K-mart. Call 1-800-788-6917 or go online to https://nyprescriptionsaver.fhsc.com for more information, or to sign up for this free program.

ASSUMPTION OF MARY: The feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (August 15) is not a holiday of obligation this year in this country since it falls on Saturday.

MARRIAGE TIP: Distance can put stress on a marriage. Having a spouse who travels a lot or is deployed to military service poses a challenge. Do you have any practices that help the two of you when you are apart for a while? Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org

INSURANCE AND FUEL SPECIAL APPEAL: As with your homes a major expense to the Parish is the cost of heating the buildings. There will be a special collection next weekend to assist with the costs of insurance and heating for our parish buildings. A special envelope for this purpose is in your packet of envelopes or at the entrance to the Church. The following is a breakdown of the exact costs of insurance and heating for the 12 months July 1, 2008 - June 30, 2009.

HEATING

Parish Center $1311.81

Church $3429.35

Rectory $2413.86

TOTAL $7155.02

FIRE AND LIABILITY INSURANCE: $3104

TOTAL COST OF HEATING AND INSURANCE: $10,259.02

YEAR OF THE PRIEST: Marking the 150th anniversary of the death of St. John Marie Vianney, the patron of parish priests, Pope Benedict XVI has declared June 19, 2009-June 19, 2010 as a “Year for Priests” in an effort to encourage “spiritual perfection” in the lives of priests. The theme for the priestly year is Faithfulness of Christ, Faithfulness of Priests.. During this year you are encouraged to pray often the following prayer for priests.

Prayer for Priests and Priestly Vocations

Heavenly Father, please grant to Your faithful servants, the grace and strength to carry out Your mission for the Church each day. Keep our priests close to You and continue to inspire them to serve others in Your holy name. Please help to inspire men who are called to a priestly vocation to answer Your call and participate in the fullness that You have planned for them. Amen