Bulletin for the Week of July 29, 2012

LOOKING AHEAD July 28-29: Mission COOP Collection Aug 15: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Holy Day of Obligation) Mass at 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM Aug 15: KC Council 6067 16th Annual Charity Golf Classic Aug 18-19: Food Shelf Weekend Aug. 19: 157th Annual Redford Picnic, Church of the Assumption Sep 15-16: Food Shelf Weekend Oct 12,2012-Nov 24,2013: Year of Faith TOP NOTCH LINKS www.cbna.info/index.shtml (Diocese of Fairbanks) www.catholic.com (Catholic Answers) Mission Intention for August That young people called to follow Christ, may be willing to proclaim and bear witness to the Gospel to the ends of the earth. MASS TIMES WHILE TRAVELING: 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. MARRIAGE TIP: Since before Cinderella, stepparents have had a bad rap. Stepparents play a precarious role, trying to love as a true parent but often unsure of their job. If you have a stepchild, listen and wait to be accepted. If you don’t, pray for those in step relationships this week Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY: With Father Amyot Oct 31-Nov 10. For info: 315-384-2064. KNOW YOUR DOSE: The Know Your Dose campaign has launched a new online game to help older adults and others learn how to take medicine that contains acetaminophen safely. Follow Etta, a grandmother with arthritis and seasonal allergies, through a typical day of aches and pains and see how you can help: www.KnowYourDose.org/game. MARRIAGE JUBILEE: The Diocese has announced that they will hold the annual Marriage Jubilee Mass this year on September 30th 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 18th HOUSE OF PRAYER:, Our Lady of the Adirondack House of Prayer, Ellenburg Center celebrates its Foundation Day with Bishop Terry LaValley presiding at Mass and Fr. Jack Downs giving a conference on Meditation and Contemplation, Saturday, August 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For info phone 594-3253 GLUTEN-FREE HOSTS AVAILABLE: If you are in need of a gluten-free Communion host, please advise Father Deno before the Mass you attend, and the special host will be set aside for you. OUR LADY OF THE ARCTIC SNOWS: The Catholic Missions in Northern Alaska were developed 150 years ago by women and men who came to bring the message of Jesus to the Eskimos living there. Love for Mary, the mother of Jesus, was taught. But images of Mary with which Eskimos could identify were not available. Using the beauty of Eskimo clothing with fur ruffs framing the face, and many other details, an artist painted an Eskimo Madonna 60 years ago. She was name Our Lady of the Arctic Snows. The painting hangs in the main building of the Diocese of Fairbanks, Alaska. You are invited this weekend to contribute in the Mission Appeal to the Diocese of Fairbanks. GIVE US THIS DAY: Please take home a copy of the August 2012 prayer issue of GIVE US THIS DAY. SETON CATHOLIC AVAILABLE POSITIONS: Seton Catholic is looking for dedicated and qualified candidates for the following positions. *Cleaner from 3 to 11 pm Monday through Friday, full time *Substitute librarian, part time, bachelors required If interested please send an email to: crussell@setoncatholic.net

Bulletin for the Week of July 29, 2012

LOOKING AHEAD July 28-29: Mission COOP Collection Aug 15: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Holy Day of Obligation) Mass at 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM Aug 15: KC Council 6067 16th Annual Charity Golf Classic Aug 18-19: Food Shelf Weekend Aug. 19: 157th Annual Redford Picnic, Church of the Assumption Sep 15-16: Food Shelf Weekend Oct 12,2012-Nov 24,2013: Year of Faith TOP NOTCH LINKS www.cbna.info/index.shtml (Diocese of Fairbanks) www.catholic.com (Catholic Answers) Mission Intention for August That young people called to follow Christ, may be willing to proclaim and bear witness to the Gospel to the ends of the earth. MASS TIMES WHILE TRAVELING: 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. MARRIAGE TIP: Since before Cinderella, stepparents have had a bad rap. Stepparents play a precarious role, trying to love as a true parent but often unsure of their job. If you have a stepchild, listen and wait to be accepted. If you don’t, pray for those in step relationships this week Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY: With Father Amyot Oct 31-Nov 10. For info: 315-384-2064. KNOW YOUR DOSE: The Know Your Dose campaign has launched a new online game to help older adults and others learn how to take medicine that contains acetaminophen safely. Follow Etta, a grandmother with arthritis and seasonal allergies, through a typical day of aches and pains and see how you can help: www.KnowYourDose.org/game. MARRIAGE JUBILEE: The Diocese has announced that they will hold the annual Marriage Jubilee Mass this year on September 30th 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 18th HOUSE OF PRAYER:, Our Lady of the Adirondack House of Prayer, Ellenburg Center celebrates its Foundation Day with Bishop Terry LaValley presiding at Mass and Fr. Jack Downs giving a conference on Meditation and Contemplation, Saturday, August 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For info phone 594-3253 GLUTEN-FREE HOSTS AVAILABLE: If you are in need of a gluten-free Communion host, please advise Father Deno before the Mass you attend, and the special host will be set side for you. OUR LADY OF THE ARCTIC SNOWS: The Catholic Missions in Northern Alaska were developed 150 years ago by women and men who came to bring the message of Jesus to the Eskimos living there. Love for Mary, the mother of Jesus, was taught. But images of Mary with which Eskimos could identify were not available. Using the beauty of Eskimo clothing with fur ruffs framing the face, and many other details, an artist painted an Eskimo Madonna 60 years ago. She was name Our Lady of the Arctic Snows. The painting hangs in the main building of the Diocese of Fairbanks, Alaska. You are invited this weekend to contribute in the Mission Appeal to the Diocese of Fairbanks. GIVE US THIS DAY: Please take home a copy of the August 2012 prayer issue of GIVE US THIS DAY. SETON CATHOLIC AVAILABLE POSITIONS: Seton Catholic is looking for dedicated and qualified candidates for the following positions. *Cleaner from 3 to 11 pm Monday through Friday, full time *Substitute librarian, part time, bachelors required If interested please send an email to: crussell@setoncatholic.net

Bulletin for the Week of July 22, 2012

LOOKING AHEAD July 28-19: Mission COOP Collection Aug 15: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Holy Day of Obligation) Mass at 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM Aug 15: KC Council 6067 16th Annual Charity Golf Classic Aug 18-19: Food Shelf Weekend Sep 15-16: Food Shelf Weekend Oct.12-Nov 24,2013: Year of Faith TOP NOTCH LINKS www.cbna.info/index.shtml (Diocese of Fairbanks) www.catholic.com (Catholic Answers) Mission Intention for July That everyone may have work in safe and secure conditions. MASS TIMES WHILE TRAVELING: 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. MARRIAGE TIP: Marriage is until death do us part, not until we have a disagreement. Keep this in mind when you hit rough spots and work through them prayerfully and together. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY: With Father Amyot Oct 31-Nov 10. For info: 315-384-2064. BAPTISM: Addison Elyse Guynup, daughter of Nathan and Amanda (Millett) Guynup became a member of the Catholic community through the Sacrament of Baptism on July 21st. HOUSE OF PRAYER:, Our Lady of the Adirondack House of Prayer, Ellenburg Center celebrates its Foundation Day with Bishop Terry LaValley presiding at Mass and Fr. Jack Downs giving a conference on Meditation and Contemplation, Saturday, August 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For info phone 594-3253 GLUTEN-FREE HOSTS AVAILABLE: If you are in need of a gluten-free Communion host, please advise Father Deno before the Mass you attend, and the special host will be set aside for you. PARISH NURSE: St. James Parish welcomes two parishioners who have completed training in the ministry of Parish Nurse at the Mercy Care Parish Nursing Program. A Parish Nurse is an active RN licensed in New York State with the specialized practice that focuses on whole person health and spiritual care. Nurses who have completed this course and have accepted the spiritual ministry of Paris Nurse are Nancy LaVac (293-1177) and Ann Learned (293-6233) GIVE US THIS DAY: Please take home a copy of the August 2012 prayer issue of GIVE US THIS DAY. MISSIONARY COOPERATION APPEAL: The St. James Parish Missionary Coop Appeal is scheduled for next weekend. This year it is for the Diocese of Fairbanks in Alaska. The Diocese of Fairbanks is a missionary diocese stretching from the Canadian border to Russia to the Arctic Ocean. Many of its Catholics are Eskimos and Athabascan Indians. There are 20 active priests working in the diocese, roughly one priest for every 20,000 square miles. Many of the parishes and missions see a priest every other month. Celebrations of the Word with Holy Communion replaces Sunday Mass when a priest is unavailable. Only a small number of parishes are able to support themselves financially. KNOM, its radio station in the city of Nome, provides much of the spiritual and religious information to the Catholics. FUNERAL: A funeral was celebrated this week for Shirley Messier. Please remember her and her family in your prayers FORMING CONSCIENCES: The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has developed resources to assist Catholics to become informed about issues which are particularly important during this election year. The focus areas are: respect for the dignity of each person, focus on the common good, and responsibility to participate in the civic life of this nation. See: www.faithfulcitizenship.org for a variety of resources, including summary sheets, text of the Bishops’ letter, and a Parish Guide.

Bulletin for the Week of July 15, 2012

LOOKING AHEAD July 14-15: Food Shelf Weekend July 28-19: Mission COOP Collection Aug 15: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Holy Day of Obligation) Mass at 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM Aug 15: KC Council 6067 16th Annual Charity Golf Classic Aug 18-19: Food Shelf Weekend TOP NOTCH LINKS www.cbna.info/index.shtml (Diocese of Fairbanks) www.ewtn,com (Eternal Word Network) Mission Intention for July That everyone may have work in safe and secure conditions. MASS TIMES WHILE TRAVELING: 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. MARRIAGE TIP: Your family is a system. This means that when one person changes a behavior – for good or for ill – it impacts everyone. If you smile, do a favor, give a compliment, it lifts everyone’s spirit. If you complain or nag, it pulls your beloved down too. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org INSURANCE AND FUEL SPECIAL APPEAL: Thank you for your generous contribution to this appeal. PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY: With Father Amyot Oct 31-Nov 10. For info: 315-384-2064. BISHOP’S FUND: The 2011-12 Bishop’s Fund completed its financial year on June 30, 2012. Valerie Matthews, Director of the Bishop’s Fund, sent a report indicating that St. James Parishioners contributed $9,098 this year. Congratulations and thanks for your outstanding generosity. GLUTEN-FREE HOSTS AVAILABLE: If you are in need of a gluten-free Communion host, please advise Father Deno before the Mass you attend, and the special host will be set aside for you. PARISH NURSE: St. James Parish welcomes two parishioners who have completed training in the ministry of Parish Nurse at the Mercy Care Parish Nursing Program. A Parish Nurse is an active RN licensed in New York State with the specialized practice that focuses on whole person health and spiritual care. Nurses who have completed this course and have accepted the spiritual ministry of Paris Nurse are Nancy LaVac (293-1177) and Ann Learned (293-6233) GIVE US THIS DAY: We are thankful that the Liturgical Press has offered you a copy of their August 2012 prayer issue of GIVE US THIS DAY. In preparation for August please take home a copy for yourself and others whom you believe would use it. MISSIONARY COOPERATION APPEAL: The St. James Parish Missionary Coop Appeal is scheduled for the weekend of July 28-19. This year it is for the Diocese of Fairbanks in Alaska. The Diocese of Fairbanks stretches from the Canadian border to Russia to the Arctic Ocean. It has 14,500 Catholics, out of a general population of 161, 000, many of whom are Athabascan Indians. There are 20 active priests working in the diocese, roughly one priest for every 20,000 square miles. Many of the parishes and missions see a priest every other month. Celebrations of the Word with Holy Communion replaces Sunday Mass when a priest is unavailable. Only a small number of parishes are able to support themselves financially. The diocese has KNOM, its radio station in the city of Nome. THE ANGELUS PRAYER: Some parishioners have asked about the ringing of our Church bells three times a day. The bells are rung for the Angelus Prayer. Since the 14th century, the Angelus Prayer offered Catholics a way to connect their daily lives to the mysteries of their faith by ringing Church bells at morning, noon, and evening to invite them to remember the birth of Jesus. In the silence after each ringing of the bell pray the following V and one Hail Mary: V. The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary and she conceived of the Holy Spirit. Pray Hail Mary... V. Behold, the handmaid of the Lord; be it done unto me according to your word. Pray Hail Mary... V. The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. Pray Hail Mary... Conclusion: Pour forth, we beg you, O Lord, your grace into our hearts that we to whom the Incarnation of Christ your Son was made known by the message of an angel may by his Passion and Cross be brought to the glory of his Resurrection, through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.

Bulletin for the Week of July 8, 2012

LOOKING AHEAD July 7-8: Insurance and Fuel Special Collection July 14-15: Food Shelf Weekend July 28-19: Mission COOP Collection Aug 15: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Holy Day of Obligation) Mass at 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM Aug 15: KC Council 6067 16th Annual Charity Golf Classic Aug 18-19: Food Shelf Weekend TOP NOTCH LINKS www.cbna.info/index.shtml (Diocese of Fairbanks) www.saintannesshrine.org (St. Anne’s Shrine) Mission Intention for July That everyone may have work in safe and secure conditions. MASS TIMES WHILE TRAVELING: 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. FUNERALS: Please remember in your prayers Larry Woodward and Father Jack Crable whose funerals were this week. MARRIAGE TIP: How much independence is good in a marriage? Certainly husband and wife should not depend on the other for their identity or self worth, BUT interdependence is better. What do you depend on your spouse to do around your home? Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org INSURANCE AND FUEL SPECIAL APPEAL: The special collection this weekend is 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 The total costs of Insurance and Heating for 12 months July 1, 2011 - June 30, 2012 is $18,242. PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY: With Father Amyot Oct 31-Nov 10. For info: 315-384-2064. GLUTEN-FREE HOSTS AVAILABLE: If you are in need of a gluten-free Communion host, please advise Father Deno before the Mass you attend, and the special host will be set aside for you. WORLD YOUTH DAY 2013: The following is provided for your information and interest by the Youth Ministry Department of the Diocese of Ogdensburg. World Youth Day 2013 will be in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil July 16th to July 30th, 2013. The journey will start with a week to Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay. During the week, pilgrims will be hosted by a parish community for 4 days. From Uruguay, pilgrims will travel to WYD in Rio de Janeiro and the WYD Vigil and Mass. For more information please contact Lorraine Turgeon, Director of Young Adult Ministry at lturgeon@dioogdensburg.org or 315-323-4989. PARISH NURSE: St. James Parish welcomes two parishioners who have completed training in the ministry of Parish Nurse at the Mercy Care Parish Nursing Program at Saranac Lake. A Parish Nurse is an active RN licensed in New York State with the specialized practice that focuses on whole person health and spiritual care. Nurses who have completed this course and have accepted the spiritual ministry of Paris Nurse are Nancy LaVac (293-1177) and Ann Learned (293-6233) GIVE US THIS DAY: Occasionally publishers of religious books offer sample couple copies of their new publications. We are thankful that the Liturgical Press has offered you a copy of their August 2012 prayer issue of GIVE US THIS DAY. You will find for each day of the month Bible readings, Mass prayers, and excellent reflections each written by different authors. In preparation for August please take a copy home for yourself and others whom you believe would use it. MISSIONARY COOPERATION APPEAL: Every other year the Mission Office of the Diocese of Ogdensburg assigns a particular person to speak at each of the weekend Masses concerning a special Financial Appeal for its mission. Our appeal is scheduled for the weekend of July 28-29. The appeal this year is for the Diocese of Fairbanks in Alaska. The Diocese of Fairbanks stretches from Tok, near the Canadian border, all the way across the state to Little Diomede near the border with Russia; from Barrow on the coast of the Arctic Ocean to Chefornak south of Nelson Island Within its boundaries the diocese is home to 14,500 Catholics, out of a general population of 161, 000, many of whom are Athabascan Indians. There are 20 active priests working in the diocese, roughly one priest for every 20,000 square miles. Many of the parishes and missions are lucky to see a priest every other month. Only a small number of parishes are able to support themselves financially. The diocese is also home to KNOM, the oldest Catholic radio station in the USA. Sister Anne Hogan, a member of the Sisters of St. Joseph, had planned to be with us for the appeal but has cancelled due to emergency heart surgery this week.

Bulletin for the Week of July 1, 2012

LOOKING AHEAD June 30-July 1: Renovation Fund Collectioin July 7-8: Insurance and Fuel Special Collection July 14-15: Food Shelf Weekend July 28-19: Mission COOP Presentation and Collection Aug 18-19: Food Shelf Weekend TOP NOTCH LINKS www.fortnight4freedom.org (Religous Freedom) www.saintannesshrine.org (St. Anne’s Shrine) Mission Intention for July That everyone may have work in safe and secure conditions. 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. MARRIAGE TIP: How do you feel about growing old with your spouse? Talk about your concerns regarding aging - even if you're young. Knowing that your love is unconditional and does not depend on a perfect body is a part of "for better or for worse." Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org INSURANCE AND FUEL SPECIAL APPEAL: 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 The total costs of Insurance and Heating for 12 months July 1, 2011 - June 30, 2012 is $18,242 according to the following: HEATING Parish Center…... $1,894 Church……………. 5,489 Rectory ………….. 3,976 TOTAL $11,359 INSURANCE Fire ……………...$ 4,137 Liability………… 2,739 TOTAL $6,883 Mission Intention for June: That Catholics may recognize in the Eucharist the living presence of the Risen One who accompanies them in daily life.. PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY: With Father Amyot Oct 31-Nov 10. For info: 315-384-2064. GLUTEN-FREE HOSTS AVAILABLE: If you are in need of a gluten-free Communion host, please advise Father Deno before the Mass you attend, and the special host will be set aside for you. WORLD YOUTH DAY 2013: The following is provided for your information and interest by the Youth Ministry Department of the Diocese of Ogdensburg. World Youth Day 2013 will be in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil July 16th to July 30th, 2013. The journey will start with a week to Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay. During the week, pilgrims will be hosted by a parish community for 4 days. From Uruguay, pilgrims will travel to WYD in Rio de Janeiro and the WYD Vigil and Mass. For more information please contact Lorraine Turgeon, Director of Young Adult Ministry at lturgeon@dioogdensburg.org or 315-323-4989. PARISH NURSE: St. James Parish welcomes two parishioners who have completed training in the ministry of Parish Nurse at the Mercy Care Parish Nursing Program at Saranac Lake. A Parish Nurse is an active RN licensed in New York State with the specialized practice that focuses on whole person health and spiritual care. FAMILY GUGGENHEIM: Family Guggenheim is an opportunity for the entire family to get away for a few days of relaxation, Family Guggenheim is held at the Guggenheim Retreat Center, operated by on Lower Saranac Lake. Sessions 1 and 2 begin at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 9 and Thursday, August 16 and end at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 12 and Sunday, August 19. Session 3 begins at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 5 and ends at 5:00 p.m.on Sunday, October 7. For information phone 315-393-2920.