Bulletin for the week of March 28, 2010

LOOKING AHEAD

Apr 11: Divine Mercy Sunday, St. Peter’s Church 12:15-3:00 PM

Apr 17-18: Food Shelf Weekend

Apr 18: Class for those preparing for Confirmation, Parish Center, 7:00 PM

Apr 24-25: Catholic Home Missions Appeal

Apr 30: Ordination of Father Terry LaValley as Bishop, St. Mary’s Cathedral, Ogdensburg

May 8: Spring Burials, 9:00 AM

May 9: First Communion, 10:00 AM Mass

May 15-16: Food Shelf Weekend

June 13: Cadyville Fire Department Field Day

Oct 14-21: Pilgrimage to Rome for Canonization of Brother André Information 518-647-8415

RELIGIOUS WEB SITES

www.masstimes.org (Time of weekend Masses)

www.fisheaters.com (Catholic information)

Mission Intention for April

That Christians persecuted for the sake of the Gospel may persevere, sustained by the Holy Spirit, in their faithful witness to the love of God for all.

Prayer for Bishop-elect LaValley

God, eternal Shepherd,

you have chosen your servant Terry

to watch over the your flock

and to pastor the Church of Ogdensburg.

Help him to respond wholeheartedly

to your call, “Follow me.”

Among us and for us,

may he be a faithful teacher,

a wise administrator and a holy priest.

Enrich him with the gifts and virtues of a true apostle,

for the good of your people in the North Country.

May he, and all those in his care,

show forth the living presence of Christ in the world;

and come to the joy of everlasting life

in your verdant pastures.

We ask this through Christ, our Lord. Amen.

AT HOME WITH OUR FAITH: The April issue of At Home with Our Faith is now available at the entrance to the church.

THANKS: I am most appreciative to all parishioners who assisted in a variety of ways in making the Liturgy and prayers of Holy Week and Easter memorable for their spirituality, and transition from Lent to the Easter. This includes the Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Altar Servers, director of music and choir, those who helped beautify the altar, and those who polished and picked up St. James’s Church from day to day. Also, many thanks to all of you who provided donations for the flowers.

BLESSING OF A HOME AT EASTER: (Gather the family together in a favorite room. Bring the container of Easter Water. Choose one person to lead the following prayer.)

Blessed are you, Lord, God of all creation. Through your goodness we have received all benefits. Come, visit and bless + this home so that it may be a shelter of love, health, humility, goodness, mildness, joy, peace and thanksgiving to God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. May the love and blessings of God, + the Father, and Son, and the Holy Spirit, descend upon this home, all those who live within it, and upon all those whom we welcome in the Name of our Savior, Jesus Christ. And may God’s grace and peace remain with all of us for ever. Amen.

All pray the OUR FATHER as the rooms of the house are sprinkled with Easter water. (Keep the left over Easter water for blessings on special occasions )

MARRIAGE TIP: The Golden Rule says, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” But consider this Marriage Rule, “Do unto your beloved whatever your spouse would have you do. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org.

EASTER EGGS: Did you know that Easter Eggs originated in northern Europe soon after Christianity was established there? Always regarded as symbols of spring and new life, the egg also represents the stone tomb left empty when Christ rose from the dead. At one time, eggs were even forbidden during Lent. To eat an egg on Easter became something to celebrate. It is little wonder the custom of decorating eggs for such a festive occasion became a custom we still follow today.

EASTER LILY: Did you know that the Easter lily has always been a traditional symbol of beauty, perfection, purity and goodness? With a beautiful spring bloom known as a trumpet, and such a sweet fragrance, it has become a true symbol of jubilation. It is as welcome after the winter snows as the Easter Alleluia!

A BLESSED EASTER TO ALL!

Bulletin for the week of March 21, 2010

LOOKING AHEAD

Mar 26: Stations of the Cross, 7:00 PM

Mar 27-28: Palm Sunday with distribution of Blessed Palms at all Masses

Apr 18: Class for those preparing for Confirmation, Parish Center, 7:00 PM

Apr 17-18: Food Shelf Weekend

Apr 30: Ordination of Father Terry LaValley as Bishop, St. Mary’s Cathedral, Ogdensburg

May 9: First Communion, 10:00 AM Mass

May 15-16: Food Shelf Weekend

June 13: Cadyville Fire Department Field Day

RELIGIOUS WEB SITES

www.Catholic.com (Catholic Answers)

www.fisheaters.com (Catholic information)

Mission Intention for March

That the world economy be managed according to the principles of justice and equity, taking account of the real needs of people, especially the poorest.

CATHOLIC RELIEF SERIVCES: Thank you for your generosity in last week’s Catholic Relief Services Collection. Because of you, millions of people all over the world will receive vital assistance. You have trulygiven hope

to Jesus in disguise. Please visit www.usccb.org/nationalcollections

to learn more about the programs and projects supported by the Catholic Relief Services Collection.

HOLY LAND - PETER’S PENCE COLLECTION: On Good Friday, April 2nd our parish will take up the Peter’s Pence Collection. This Collection allows the Holy Father to cast the light of Christ upon the world by providing emergency assistance to those who need it most around the globe. Please be generous in next week’s Peter’s Pence Collection.

EASTER DUTY: All Catholics who have reached the age of reason must confess their serious sins in the Sacrament of Penance at least once a year. They must also receive Holy Communion at least once each year during the Easter season, which this year extends from February 21st, the First Sunday of Lent, until Trinity Sunday, May 30th.

Prayer for Bishop-elect LaValley

God, eternal Shepherd,

you have chosen your servant Terry

to watch over the your flock

and to pastor the Church of Ogdensburg.

Help him to respond wholeheartedly

to your call, “Follow me.”

Among us and for us,

may he be a faithful teacher,

a wise administrator and a holy priest.

Enrich him with the gifts and virtues of a true apostle,

for the good of your people in the North Country.

May he, and all those in his care,

show forth the living presence of Christ in the world;

and come to the joy of everlasting life

in your verdant pastures.

We ask this through Christ, our Lord. Amen.

AT HOME WITH OUR FAITH: The April issue of At Home with Our Faith is now available at the entrance to the church.

MARRIAGE TIP: Forgive today. Maybe you need to ask for forgiveness from your spouse; maybe you need to offer it. It there's nothing recent to forgive, forgive someone that you've been holding a grudge against. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org.

Holy Week Schedule, 2010

Palm Sunday, March 27-28 (distribution of Palms)

4:00 PM Mass

8:00 AM Mass

10:00 AM Mass

Holy Thursday, April 1

7:30 PM Mass of the Lord’s Supper

8:30-10:30 PM Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Good Friday, April 2

Noon Stations of the Cross

6:30 PM Celebration of the Lord’s Passion

Holy Saturday, April 3

7:00 PM Easter Vigil

Easter Sunday, April 4

8:00 AM Mass

10:00 AM Mass

Confession Schedule

All Saturdays: 3:00-3:45

Saturday, March 27

11:00- noon

1:00 -3:00 PM

Bulletin for the week of March 14, 2010

LOOKING AHEAD

Mar 13-14: Special Catholic Relief Services collection

Mar 14: Class for those preparing for Confirmation, Parish Center, 7:00 PM

Mar 19: Stations of the Cross, 7:00 PM (and all Fridays of Lent)

Mar 20-21: Food Shelf Weekend

Apr 17-18: Food Shelf Weekend

Apr 30: Ordination of Father Terry LaValley as Bishop, St. Mary’s Cathedral, Ogdensburg

May 9: First Communion, 10:00 AM Mass

May 15-16: Food Shelf Weekend

June 13: Cadyville Fire Department Field Day

RELIGIOUS WEB SITES

www.homefaith.com (At Home with Our Faith)

www.fisheaters.com (Catholic information)

Mission Intention for March

That the world economy be managed according to the principles of justice and equity, taking account of the real needs of people, especially the poorest.

CATHOLIC RELIEF SERIVCES: Today, we take up the Catholic Relief Services Collection. You are invited to give hope to Jesus in disguise. Give hope to the community that has lost its livelihood to a crop disease. Give hope to the refugee child, separated from her mother. Give hope

to the immigrant, trying to keep faith alive in a foreign land. The Catholic Relief Services Collection helps to fund programs that give hope to refugees, immigrants, and the impoverished, including victims of war, natural disaster, and drought. The rough humanitarian, economic, pastoral, and advocacy e orts, TheCatholic Relief Services Collection gives hope. Please be generous in today’s Collection.

EASTER DUTY: All Catholics who have reached the age of reason must confess their serious sins in the Sacrament of Penance at least once a year. They must also receive Holy Communion at least once each year during the Easter season, which this year extends from February 21st, the First Sunday of Lent, until Trinity Sunday, May 30th.

WHY IS THE ALTAR REVERENCED? When the ministers (priest, altar servers, lector, Eucharistic minister) have processed to the front of the church, all except those carrying the cross bow to the altar. As they go to their places the priest presider goes behind the altar and bows and kisses it before going to his chair. The altar is a symbol of the Body of Christ. As such we reverence it. We do not treat it like an ordinary table, but place on it only those things needed for the celebration of the Eucharistic liturgy such as the chalice and purificator, the corporal, the bread and wine, and the Sacramentary from which the priest will lead us in the prayers.

Prayer for Bishop-elect LaValley

God, eternal Shepherd,

you have chosen your servant Terry

to watch over the your flock

and to pastor the Church of Ogdensburg.

Help him to respond wholeheartedly

to your call, “Follow me.”

Among us and for us,

may he be a faithful teacher,

a wise administrator and a holy priest.

Enrich him with the gifts and virtues of a true apostle,

for the good of your people in the North Country.

May he, and all those in his care,

show forth the living presence of Christ in the world;

and come to the joy of everlasting life

in your verdant pastures.

We ask this through Christ, our Lord. Amen.

AT HOME WITH OUR FAITH: The March issue of At Home with Our Faith is now available at the entrance to the church.

MARRIAGE TIP: Talking is not always the same as communication. Talk is cheap. Being a person of one's word and following through with action makes communication true. Find more Marriage Rx atwww.foryourmarriage.org.

MATER DEI FOUNDATION: Currently offering scholarships for Catholic School and Religious Education teachers for workshops and study, scholarships for graduating students who plan on attending a Catholic college and students who need assistance for Catholic grade schools. For further information contact Ron Romano at rcromano@verizon.net .

BISHOP ORDINATION: The Ordination and Installation of Bishop-elect Terry R. LaValley as the 14th Bishop of Ogdensburg will take place at St. Mary’s Cathedral on April 30th, 2010 at 2 p.m. The limited seating capacity of the Cathedral does not allow the Bishop-elect LaValley to invite all the people of the Diocese to his Ordination and Installation; therefore, only those who receive tickets will be admitted to the ceremony.

UNITED STATES CENSUS HELP: In March of 2010 the United States Census Bureau will be distributing questionnaires to every household in the country. All residents in the United States must be counted. A census has been taken since 1790, as mandated by our constitution to apportion seats in the House of Representatives. The Census information collected helps to determine how $400 billion annually is allocated across the country for neighborhood improvements, public health, education, and transportation.

The Glens Falls office of the US Census is recruiting residents of Clinton, Essex, Fulton, Hamilton, Saratoga, Warren, and Washington counties. Field work starts at $13/hour plus 50 cents per mile. Simply call 1-866-861-2010 to schedule an easy half-hour test. A practice test is available atwww.2010censusjobs.gov. It is important for the accuracy and cost-effectiveness of this operation to hire citizens within their own communities, rather than hiring from outside.

Bulletin for the week of March 7, 2010

LOOKING AHEAD

Mar 12: Stations of the Cross, 7:00 PM (and all Fridays of Lent)

Mar 13-14: Special Catholic Relief Services collection

Mar 14: Daylight Saving Time Begins - clocks ahead 1 hour

Mar 14: Class for those preparing for Confirmation, Parish Center, 7:00 PM

Mar 20-21: Food Shelf Weekend

Apr 17-18: Food Shelf Weekends

Apr 30: Ordination of Father Terry LaValley as Bishop, St. Mary’s Cathedral, Ogdensburg

May 9: First Communion, 10:00 AM Mass

May 15-16: Food Shelf Weekend

June 13: Cadyville Fire Department Field Day

RELIGIOUS WEB SITES

www.homefaith.com (At Home with Our Faith)

www.fisheaters.com (Catholic information)

Mission Intention for March

That the world economy be managed according to the principles of justice and equity, taking account of the real needs of people, especially the poorest.

FUNERAL: A funeral was celebrated this week for Robert St. Germain. Please remember him and his family in your prayers.

BAPTISM: Olivia LeAnne LeFevre, daughter of Christopher and Nicole (Brown) LeFevre became a member of the Catholic community through the Sacrament of Baptism on February 21, 2010

EASTER DUTY: All Catholics who have reached the age of reason must confess their serious sins in the Sacrament of Penance at least once a year. They must also receive Holy Communion at least once each year during the Easter season, which this year extends from February 21st, the First Sunday of Lent, until Trinity Sunday, May 30th.

Prayer for Bishop-elect LaValley

God, eternal Shepherd,

you have chosen your servant Terry

to watch over the your flock

and to pastor the Church of Ogdensburg.

Help him to respond wholeheartedly

to your call, “Follow me.”

Among us and for us,

may he be a faithful teacher,

a wise administrator and a holy priest.

Enrich him with the gifts and virtues of a true apostle,

for the good of your people in the North Country.

May he, and all those in his care,

show forth the living presence of Christ in the world;

and come to the joy of everlasting life

in your verdant pastures.

We ask this through Christ, our Lord. Amen.

AT HOME WITH OUR FAITH: The March issue of At Home with Our Faith is now available at the entrance to the church.

MARRIAGE TIP: Humor is the oil of relationships. If things are tense between you, try making a funny comment (perhaps poking fun at yourself) to lighten the situation. Find more Marriage Rx atwww.foryourmarriage.org.

MATER DEI FOUNDATION: Currently offering scholarships for Catholic School and Religious Education teachers for workshops and study, scholarships for graduating students who plan on attending a Catholic college and students who need assistance for Catholic grade schools. For further information contact Ron Romano at rcromano@verizon.net .

BISHOP ORDINATION: The Ordination and Installation of Bishop-elect Terry R. LaValley as the 14th Bishop of Ogdensburg will take place at St. Mary’s Cathedral on April 30th, 2010 at 2 p.m. The limited seating capacity of the Cathedral does not allow the Bishop-elect LaValley to invite all the people of the Diocese to his Ordination and Installation; therefore, only those who receive tickets will be admitted to the ceremony.

UNITED STATES CENSUS HELP: In March of 2010 the United States Census Bureau will be distributing questionnaires to every household in the country. All residents in the United States must be counted. A census has been taken since 1790, as mandated by our constitution to apportion seats in the House of Representatives. The Census information collected helps to determine how $400 billion annually is allocated across the country for neighborhood improvements, public health, education, and transportation.

The Glens Falls office of the US Census is recruiting residents of Clinton, Essex, Fulton, Hamilton, Saratoga, Warren, and Washington counties. Field work starts at $13/hour plus 50 cents per mile. Simply call 1-866-861-2010 to schedule an easy half-hour test. A practice test is available atwww.2010censusjobs.gov. It is important for the accuracy and cost-effectiveness of this operation to hire citizens within their own communities, rather than hiring from outside.

NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN:We are continuing the North Country Catholic subscription campaign. If you have not yet subscribed to our diocesan newspaper I would ask you to do so today. The paper is a source of information, evangelization and unity for all the Catholics in our diocese. Please place your subscription envelope in the collection basket or mail a check for $25 to the North Country Catholic, PO Box 326, Ogdensburg, NY, 13669. Patron subscriptions – for $35, $50, $100 or $250 - are also encouraged to allow the newspaper to maintain affordable subscription rates for all.