Bulletin for the week of September 5, 2010

Mission Intention for September
That by opening our hearts in love, we put an end to the numerous wars and conflicts that continue to bloody our world. 

PRESCHOOL OPENINGS: Seton Academy has a few preschool openings since some students who were enrolled have moved away. There are options for 2 days, 3 days, 4 days, or 5 days. The child must be 4 years old by December 1. For more information call the school office at 825-7386. Be part of the Seton Academy family!

A SALUTE TO TEACHERS: Jesus was a rabbi. The title rabbi means teacher. This month, we salute all educators-- from kindergarten teachers to university professors. Teachers, by their nature, tend to be generous people. After all, they are willing to share what they know. And remember this: In life, we are all teachers, just as we are all students.

ADVICE FROM ST. FRANCIS: Start by doing what is necessary, then do what is possible, and suddenly you are doing what is impossible

LABOR DAY: We celebrate Labor Day on Monday. Labor Day is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City, in accordance with the plans of the Central Labor Union. Oregon was the first state to pass a law making Labor Day a legal holiday. Take time to enjoy the privilege of working. If we approach our work with the proper spirit, our jobs will leave us not drained of energy, but rather satisfied. Even sanctified.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION: Registration forms for St. James Parish Religious Education Program are available at the entrance to the Church. Parents are requested to pick up a form for each child in Grades 1-5. Complete the form and place it in the box designated for this purpose at the entrance to the Church. Include with the form a book fee of $20. Parents of these children must be registered members of St. James Parish. The Religious Education classes begin on Thursday, October 7th. (Parents of children in Grades 6-7-8 will meet in St. James Parish Center on Sunday, September 26 at 2:00 pm. The second year of Confirmation preparation classes for students enrolled in this class last year will begin on Sunday, October 3rd.)

Healing Mass - St. Joseph's, Dannemora, Thursday, Sept. 9 at 6pm. The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick will be offered at Mass. Individual healing prayer opportunities will be provided by the Living Waters Healing Ministry afterward. All are welcome.

ATTENTION ALUMNI: The Alumni of all Catholic schools in the Champlain Valley (e.g. MAI, St. John’s, OLVA, Seton Catholic):now have a website address: cvcsalumni.org Register and update your information so that you can stay connected with your classmates and other alumni. If you are one of these alumni please take a few minutes to register at this website.

MARRIAGE JUBILEE MASS. The Diocese is pleased to announce the annual Marriage Jubilee Mass to honor those couples in our Diocese who are observing significant wedding anniversaries. The Family Life Office sees this event as a wonderful opportunity for those couples who are newly married to come together and celebrate with couples who have truly lived the sacrament of matrimony. All married couples are welcomed to come together with their families for this event to be held on Sunday September 26th 2:30 p.m.at St. Mary’s Cathedral Ogdensburg, New York. Couples celebrating jubilees (e.g. 25,30,35,40,45,50) and wishing to receive a certificate need to register for this event through the parish before September 14th. Sign up sheets for the Marriage Jubilee Mass are available at the rectory.

MASS TIMES WHILE TRAVELLING: Parishioners who are travelling may call 1-800-627-7847 (1-800-MASSTIMES) or www.masstimes.org for the location and schedule of Masses in Catholic Churches throughout the USA and other countries. 

MARRIAGE TIP:Are you too hard on yourself? Do you expect never to disappoint your spouse, your children, your parents, yourself? Forgive yourself today for being human Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org.