Bulletin for the week of February 12, 2011

RELIGIOUS WEB SITES

www.40daysforlife.com/Plattsburgh (Pro Life)

http://pray.nd.edu/ (Daily Prayer)

Mission Intention for February

That all may respect the family and recognize it for its unmatched contribution to the advancement of society.

LENTEN DAY OF REFLECTION: Our Lady of the Adirondack House of Prayer, Ellenburg Center will have a day of reflection on the Bible on Saturday, March 19, 9:30-2:30 presented by Deacon Dennis Monty. Bring your New American Bible. RSVP to oadirond@twcny.rr.com or 518-594-3253 by March 17.

VALENTINE’S DAY: St. Valentine was a Roman priest. He was sent to prison because he helped Christians being persecuted by the Roman ruler. While in prison he converted 46 members of his guards family to Christianity. Upon discovering this the Roman ruler sentenced him to death. In Medieval England, it was commonly held that birds chose their mates on the feast of St. Valentine. As this date approached, a young woman sent a letter assuring her suitor that if he could be content with her small dowry, I would be the merriest maiden on the ground, a good, true and loving Valentine. Ever since, similar hopes have been in the minds and on the lips of countless lovers.

CATHOLIC SCHOOL EDUCATION: Those who wish to register for Catholic Schools next Fall can do so by phoning:

Seton Academy, PK-6, Plattsburgh: 563-6330

Seton Catholic Central School, Plattsburgh: 561-4031

IHC MYSTERY PLAYERS: The Immaculate Heart Central Mystery Players from Watertown, will present an unforgettable experience at St. Alexander’s Church on Saturday, March 12th at 7:30 pm. Through the use of special lighting, music, pantomime and paraliturgical readings, this group of high school seniors and adults present a moving, dramatic mediation. This group has travelled extensively in New York State as well as the neighboring States. You are most welcomed to attend this unique and powerful prayer.

MARRIAGE TIP: What kind of home did you grow up in cleanliness-wise? Neat and clean? Comfortably cluttered? Chaotic? Your experiences growing up can shape what you think is right and proper in your marriage. If you and your spouse have different cleanliness comfort levels, check out the parents. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org.

FORTY DAYS FOR LIFE: For Lent the Plattsburgh community-based campaign of 40 Days for Life invites you to join them in promoting pro-life activities such as fasting, prayer, and community outreach. Information is available on their web site: 40daysforlife.com/Plattsburgh, or contacting Nancy Monette at 561-8225.

WE VALUE THE GIFT OF LIFE: The Respect Life director of the Diocese of Ogdensburg has provided a brief description of the biological development of a new person from conception through 38 weeks. Each week in the bulletin we will notice this “new person’s” growth starting today with CONCEPTION. Hello. I am one of God’s little ones – a new person. My life started at my conception on January 22, 2011. From that first moment, God chose all the characteristics that make me one of His unique creations like: my eye color, my height, the color of my skin, my hair color and my gender. He is good and holy and has a special plan for my life. “You formed my inmost being; You knit me in my mother’s womb. I praise You, so wonderfully You made me, wonderful are Your works!” (Psalm 139:13-16)

FUNERAL: A funeral was celebrated this week for Minnie Rabideau. Please remember her and her family in your prayers.