Bulletin for the Week of October 25, 2009

Mission Intention for October

That Sunday may be lived as the day when Christians gather to celebrate the resurrection of the Lord by participating in the Eucharist.

COMMEMORATION OF THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED: The month of November is dedicated to the memory of our faithful departed. Rooted in ancient Christian tradition memorial Masses are offered for the faithful departed. You will find envelopes at the entrance to our church on which you can mention members of your family and others for whom you would like special prayers during the month of November. An All Souls Mass will be offered at 8:30 on Monday, November 2nd. This Mass is for all who have died this past year and their family members and friends. Everyone is welcome to attend this special Mass of Remembrance

AT HOME WITH OUR FAITH: Through the generosity of the Knights of Columbus Council 6067 families in St. James Parish can nurture family spirituality with the monthly AT HOME WITH OUR FAITH newsletter. Each issue is on a different focus. It has spiritual activities for parents and children at all age levels on that theme. The September issue on meals and the October issue on family conversation are available at the entrance to the church. More family activities can be found at www.homefaith.com.

PRAY FOR VISITING A CEMETERY IN NOVEMBER

During the month of November we are invited to remember our brothers and sisters who have gone to their rest. This month, especially All Souls Day, Monday, November 2nd, is a traditional time for visiting graves of loved ones, as is the anniversary of death. The following prayer could be prayed as you visit a grave in the cemetery.

All-powerful God,

whose mercy is never withheld

from those who call upon you in hope,

look kindly on your servants

who departed this life confessing your name,

and number them among your saints for ever more.

May their souls and the souls of the faithful departed,

through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

ALL HOLLOW’S EVE: HALLOWEEN: Since the eighth century Christians have celebrated All Saints' Day on November 1 to celebrate the known and unknown Christian Saints. Almost as old as the celebration of All Saints' Day is the tradition associated with All Hallow's Eve. (Hallows meansaints.) So, Halloween means the evening before All Holy Ones' Day. Today we call that festival. Its celebration has a long history in the Catholic Church. During the Middle Ages, Christians would gather in Churches for worship and they would remember the saints' victories over evil. They would put on little displays often using unusual masks and costumes. The festivities on All Hallow's Eve was the Christian's way of laughing at death and evil.

ANNUAL HARVEST MASS: Farmers and their co-workers are invited by our Diocesan Administrator, Father LaValley to join with him for the annual Harvest Mass of Thanksgiving. This liturgy will be held at St. Cecilia’s Church in Adams on Sunday, 1 November, at 1:00 p.m. A reception will follow.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: He has loved us first and loves us still so ardently that He continually burns with love for us in the Blessed Sacrament. (St. Margaret Mary).. 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.

BAPTISMS: Robert Joshua Squier, son of Zachary and Danielle (Darrah) Squier, and Isabella Marie Pearce, daughter of Cory and Melissa (Darrah) Pearce became a members of the Catholic community through the Sacrament of Baptism on October 18th.

MARRIAGE TIP: As tragic as divorce is, married couples can learn from divorced friends and relatives. Consider talking to a divorced friend and ask what he or she learned from the experience. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org

YEAR OF THE PRIESTS: To celebrate the Year for Priests in a special way, it would be inspiring to hear how our priests have touched so many lives in their service to the people of God. There are powerful untold stories of how so many people have encountered these priests through their prayer, joy and passion for Christ and the Church. We would like to hear your story of your own warm memories or positive experiences with a particular priest who may have inspired your life. By the end of the Year for Priests these stories will be compiled in a Diocesan booklet called the Stories of the Priests in the North Country. Stories of the priests may be at any length to be placed on the diocesan webpage. Stories placed in the Diocesan booklet will be edited to no more than 100 words. If you have a story to share, please e-mail your story to Sister Mary Eamon Lyngelyng@dioogdensburg.org.

Bulletin for the Week of October 18, 2009

Mission Intention for October

That Sunday may be lived as the day when Christians gather to celebrate the resurrection of the Lord by participating in the Eucharist.

WE’RE ALL MISSIONARIES Do you know the date of your Baptism? Well, on that day, you became a missionary, called by our Lord to share your faith with those around you — and to be part of the Church’s mission to the world.

Jesus Himself directed His followers to go into the whole world and proclaim His Gospel to all peoples. That mission is now directed to each one of us.

On World Mission Sunday, we have the opportunity to be part of the Church’s missionary work in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Pacific Islands through our prayers and support offered to the Society for the Propagation of the Faith.

COMMEMORATION OF THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED: The month of November is dedicated to the memory of our faithful departed. Rooted in ancient Christian tradition memorial Masses are offered for the faithful departed. You will find envelopes at the entrance to our church on which you can mention members of your family and others for whom you would like special prayers during the month of November. An All Souls Mass will be offered at 8:30 on Monday, November 2nd. This Mass is for all who have died this past year and their family members and friends. Everyone is welcome to attend this special Mass of Remembrance

AT HOME WITH OUR FAITH: Through the generosity of the Knights of Columbus Council 6067 families in St. James Parish can nurture family spirituality with the monthly AT HOME WITH OUR FAITH newsletter. Each issue is on a different focus. It has spiritual activities for parents and children at all age levels on that theme. The September issue on meals and the October issue on family conversation are available at the entrance to the church. More family activities can be found at www.homefaith.com.

WE HAVE TWO EARS AND ONE MOUTH SO THAT WE CAN LISTEN TWICE AS MUCH AS WE SPEAK.

HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION: Often Catholics inquire as to the obligation of participation in Mass on holy days of obligation. According to a decision made by the Church, beginning in 1993 whenever January 1 (New Years Day) or August 15 (Assumption of Mary) or November 1 (Solemnity of All Saints) falls on a Saturday or on a Monday, the obligation to attend Mass is removed. This ruling, however does not apply to December 8 (Immaculate Conception) or to December 25 (Christmas). These days remain holy days of obligation each year regardless of the day on which they fall.

Harvest Mass of Thanksgiving: Continuing an event celebrated annually in the North Country, our Diocesan Administrator, Father Terry R. LaValley extends his invitation to all North Country farmers and their co-workers to take part in the Harvest Mass of Thanksgiving. It will be celebrated at St. Cecilia’s Church in Adams on Sunday, November 1st, at 1:00 p.m. We give thanks to God or His blessings manifested in the products of our farms, and pray for God’s blessing on North Country farmers and their and their labors.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Behold Him here…strengthening some, encouraging others, our companion in the most Blessed Sacrament. (St. Teresa of Avila).. 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.

MARRIAGE TIP: How do you know if your hobby, sport, or volunteer activity is taking too much time from your marriage? When your spouse starts to complain about feeling neglected. Pay attention. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org

PARISH FINANCIAL REPORT: Copies of the St. James Parish Financial Report for FY 2008-09 are available at the entrance to the church. This report is a summary of an 8 page comprehensive report sent to the Diocese of Ogdensburg Fiscal Office by August 15th of each year. This report is also a statement of the financial condition of your parish as well as a summary of the quantity of your financial contribution to your parish, and how your contribution has been used over the past 12 months.

PRIESTHOOD SUNDAY: October 25th is "Priesthood Sunday." As usual, we will be showing our appreciation for our wonderful pastor. Please join us at our Parish Center after the 10:00 o'clock Mass for a continental breakfast to honor Father Deno. Please mark your calendar,

Bulletin for the Week of October 11, 2009

Harvest Dinners
Oct 11: St. Joseph, Dannemora 11:00-5:00
Oct 11: St. Anne Shrine,Isle La Motte, 11:00 AM
Oct 11: St. Joseph, West Chazy, noon-5:00 PM
Nov 1: St. Peter, Plattsburgh, noon-5:00 PM

RELIGIOUS WEB SITES
www.onefamilyinmission (Mission Sunday)
www.kofc.org (Knights of Columbus)

Mission Intention for October
That Sunday may be lived as the day when Christians gather to celebrate the resurrection of the Lord by participating in the Eucharist.

World Mission Sunday: Next Sunday is World Mission Sunday! As Catholics around the world — here at home and in the Missions — gather at the Eucharist around the table of the Lord, we are to pray for the Church’s world-wide missionary work. We pray for the missionaries, and we are to offer financial help through the Society for the Propagation of the Faith for more than 1,150
dioceses in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Pacific Islands.

COMMEMORATION OF THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED: The month of November is dedicated to the memory of our faithful departed. Rooted in ancient Christian tradition memorial Masses are offered for the faithful departed. You will find envelopes at the entrance to our church on which you can mention members of your family and others for whom you would like special prayers during the month of November.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: At the Baptism of their child parents and godparents accept the responsibility for the religious education of their child. Part of the ceremony of Baptism mentions to parents and godparents: You have come here to present your child for Baptism. On your part you must make it your constant care t bring this child up in the practice of the faith. Catholic parishes also provide help to parents and godparents in this responsibility through religious education programs such as conducted at St. James. This year we are tremendously thankful to the following members of the parish who have volunteered to help parents in the religious education of your child:

Carolyn LaPlante - Grade 1
Joan Herron - Grade 2
Robert Robare - Grade 3
Sandy Jock - Grade 4
Patricia Delisle - Grade 5
Elsie Delaney - Substitute

BISHOPS FUND APPEAL Our parish’s Bishop’s Fund Appeal activity is coming to a close. If you have not yet made a gift or pledge, please pray about your decision and make a pledge or one-time gift. Pledge cards and envelopes are located at the back of the Church. Online giving is also available at www.dioogdensburg.org/development. Thank you once again for your generosity and support. To everyone who has made a gift or pledge, thank you for making a difference in
the lives of thousands of people across our diocese.

CRAFT SHOW: The Ladies of St. Ann, Mooers Forks will have a Craft Show and Bake Sale on Saturday, October 17 at the St. Joseph Parish Center, 73 Maple Street, Mooers 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Crafters interested in renting a space can phone Marge Pombrio at 236-4577.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Here, in the silence [before the Holy Eucharist], I found my one consolation: Jesus, my only friend. (St. Therese of Lisieux).. 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.

MARRIAGE TIP: What first attracted you to your spouse? Often the very quality that you found so endearing can become the habit that drives you crazy later because it is an over-extension of a strength. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org

PARISH FINANCIAL REPORT: Copies of the St. James Parish Financial Report for FY 2008-09 are available at the entrance to the church. This report is a summary of an 8 page comprehensive report sent to the Diocese of Ogdensburg Fiscal Office by August 15th of each year. This report is also a statement of the financial condition of your parish as well as a summary of the quantity of your financial contribution to your parish, and how your contribution has been used over the past 12 months.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: Students in Grade 8-12 who have not yet been confirmed will participate in a two year Religious Education-Confirmation Preparation program at St. James Parish Center starting October 11th at 7:00 PM

PRIESTHOOD SUNDAY: October 25th is "Priesthood Sunday." As usual, we will be showing our appreciation for our wonderful pastor. Please join us at our Parish Center after the 10:00 o'clock Mass for a continental breakfast to honor Father Deno. Please mark your calendar,

Bulletin for the Week of October 4, 2009

Harvest Dinners
Oct 5: Our Lady of Victory, Noon-5:00 PM
Oct 11: St. Joseph, Dannemora 11:00-5:00
Oct 11: St. Anne Shrine,Isle La Motte, 11:00 AM
Oct 11: St. Joseph, West Chazy, noon-5:00 PM
Nov 1: St. Peter, Plattsburgh, noon-5:00 PM

RELIGIOUS WEB SITES
www.onefamilyinmission (Mission Sunday)
www.kofc.org (Knights of Columbus)

Mission Intention for October
That Sunday may be lived as the day when Christians gather to celebrate the resurrection of the Lord by participating in the Eucharist.

OUR CATHOLIC SCHOOLS -- PARTNERS IN MISSION: The Catholic Schools of the diocese are embarking on an active campaign to increase enrolment and to help people understand the unique value of Catholic schools. On October 1 at the Seton Catholic Gymnasium at 7 pm, this program, entitled "Partners in Mission," will be explained. You are invited to come to this meeting to discover how we can keep the value of Catholic schools alive in the hearts of the all.

BISHOPS FUND APPEAL Our parish’s Bishop’s Fund Appeal activity is coming to a close. If you have not yet made a gift or pledge, please pray about your decision and make a pledge or one-time gift. Pledge cards and envelopes are located at the back of the Church. Online giving is also available at www.dioogdensburg.org/development. Thank you once again for your generosity and support. To everyone who has made a gift or pledge, thank you for making a difference in the lives of thousands of people across our diocese.

CRAFT SHOW: The Ladies of St. Ann, Mooers Forks will have a Craft Show and Bake Sale on Saturday, October 17 at the St. Joseph Parish Center, 73 Maple Street, Mooers 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Crafters interested in renting a space can phone Marge Pombrio at 236-4577.

FUNERALS: Funerals were celebrated this week for Brenda Goddeau and Oswald “Mike” Perry. Please remember them and their families in your prayers.

BAPTISM: Ryan James Bruce, son of Eric and Trisha (Plummer) Bruce became a member of the Catholic community through the Sacrament of Baptism on September 27th.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: “May we rely upon the power of our Lord’s presence in the Blessed Sacrament and the intercession of His Blessed Mother to guide and help us in fostering a greater respect for human life” (Most Rev. Thomas Daily, Bishop Emeritus of Brooklyn). 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.

MARRIAGE TIP: The moment when the instinct to love is greater than the desire to be loved is the instant we become an adult. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org

ST ANNE SHRINE: The Tourist and Pilgrimage season will officially end on Sunday, October 11th with the 10:30 Mass. Shrine grounds remain as long as weather permits. Office and Visitor's Center is opened year round. Phone: 802-928-3362 or www.saintannesshrine.org.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION: A meeting of parents of Religious Education students in Grades 6-7 will be held on Sunday, October 4 at 2:00 PM at the St. James Parish Center. The first class for Religious Education Grades 1-5 will be Thursday, October 8th. St. James Religious Education is for St. James parishioners only. . Students in Grade 8-12 who have not yet been confirmed will participate in a two year Religious Education-Confirmation Preparation program at St. James Parish Center starting October 11th at 7:00 PM.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS IN ACTION: The Msgr. Claude A. Gobet Knights of Columbus Council 6067 is made up of men from the parishes of St James and St Alexander’s who help their church, parishes and communities. Members from Msgr. Gobet Council 6067 will be available after all masses at St James this weekend to hand out information and accept applications. We request men of the parish to discover the opportunities available to serve their Church, families and friends in the Knights.

PRIESTHOOD SUNDAY: October 25th is "Priesthood Sunday." As usual, we will be showing our appreciation for our wonderful pastor. Please join us at our Parish Center after the 10:00 o'clock Mass for a continental breakfast to honor Father Deno. Please mark your calendar,