Bulletin for the Week of September 30, 2012

LOOKING AHEAD Oct 4: Religious Education begins, grades 1-5 Oct 4: Meeting of parents of children in Grades 6-7-8. Parish Center, 2:00 PM Oct 7; Nov 4; Dec 2; Feb 3; Mar 10; Apr 7; May 5: Classes in Preparation for Confirmation 6:30, St. James Parish Center Oct 12,2012-Nov 24,2013: Year of Faith Oct 20-21: Food Shelf Weekend Nov 4: Daylight Saving Time Ends Nov 17-18: Food Shelf Weekend Dec 15-16: Food Shelf Weekend May 12: First Communion May 25: Priest Ordination of Rev. Mr. Scott Belina, St. Mary’s Cathedral, 11:00 AM HARVEST DINNERS: October 7: St. Joseph, Dannemora, 11:30-5:00 October 7, Our Lady of Victory Church, noon-5:00 PM October 14, St. Joseph West Chazy, noon-5:00 PM October 14: St. Elizabeth, Elizabethtown, 2:00-6:00 PM October 28: Holy Angels, Altona, 11:30-6:00 PM TOP NOTCH LINKS www.faithfulcitizenship.org www.vatican.va/archive (II Vatican Council, Catechism of the Catholic Church) Mission Intention for October: New Evangelization. That the New Evangelization may progress in the oldest Christian countries. ST ANNE SHRINE: The Tourist and Pilgrimage season will officially end on Sunday, October 7th with the 10:30 Mass. Shrine grounds remain as long as weather permits. Office and Vistor’s Center is opened year round. Phone: 802-928-3362 or www.saintannesshrine.org. INVITATION: Do you craft, do wood working, make jellies or sew? Would you like a place to display and sell your craft? The Roman Catholic Community of St Alexander’s and St Joseph’s is looking for vendors for their first craft show on December 8, 2012 at St Alexander’s Church Hall in Morrisonville. If interested Please call the Church office at 561-5039. SAINT PETER’S MISSION: St. Peter Church in Plattsburgh has a parish mission 7 pm October 1st-3rd conducted by Fr. Jack Connor, C.P., a national retreat giver from the Passionist Community. He will be speaking on our universal call to holiness. All are welcome on any or all evenings. CRAFT SHOW: The Ladies of St. Ann, Mooers Forks will have a Craft Show and Bake Sale on Saturday, October 20 at the St. Joseph Parish Center, 73 Maple Street, Mooers 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Crafters interested in renting a space can phone Theresa Tassone at 236-7733. CHAMPLAIN VALLEY RIGHT TO LIFE: The Champlain Valley Right to Life meets on the second Wednesday of the month at St. John’s Church, Plattsburgh at 7:00 PM. All are welcomed to attend these meetings. FORMING CONSCIENCES FOR FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP WORKSHOP: Parishioners of Clinton County are invited to learn about issues and receive resources significant during election years on October 17th, 7:00 PM at St. Peter’s Emmaus Room. 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: Can social networking ruin your marriage? It may start out harmlessly–you’re just reconnecting with an old friend. Then you start sharing interests and news that you haven’t told your spouse. Online intimacy can grow and seem more exciting than real life. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org 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. SETON MAGAZINES: Seton Schools are kicking off their Annual Magazine Drive. To participate, you can either pick up a packet at Seton Academy on St. Charles Street in Plattsburgh or go online: wwwgaschoolstore.com/ and enter our schools ID number: 2533768 to renew or order new magazines for your enjoyment at your home. YEAR OF FAITH: The Year of Faith begins on Thursday, October 11, 2012 and marks the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Second Vatican Council, and the twentieth anniversary of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The Year of Faith will conclude on November 24, 2013. During the Year of Faith, Catholics are asked to study and reflect on the documents of Vatican II and the catechism so that they may deepen their knowledge of the faith. Year of Faith Prayer Holy God, We thank you for the gracious gift of faith. With the apostles before us, we ask that you open our hearts to the power of your Word and increase our faith that we may be bold followers and joyful witnesses to the message and mission of your Son, Our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen

Bulletin for the Week of September 23, 2012

LOOKING AHEAD Oct 4: Religious Education begins, grades 1-5 Oct 7; Nov 4; Dec 2; Feb 3; Mar 10; Apr 7; May 5: Classes in Preparation for Confirmation 6:30, St. James Parish Center Oct 12,2012-Nov 24,2013: Year of Faith Oct 20-21: Food Shelf Weekend Nov 4: Daylight Saving Time Ends Nov 17-18: Food Shelf Weekend Dec 15-16: Food Shelf Weekend May 12: First Communion May 25: Priest Ordination of Rev. Mr. Scott Belina, St. Mary’s Cathedral, 11:00 AM HARVEST DINNERS: September 23: Sacred Heart, Chazy, 11:00-5:00 September 30: St.Edmund, Ellenburg, 11:30-4:00 October 7: St. Joseph, Dannemora, 11:30-5:00 October 7, Our Lady of Victory Church, noon-5:00 PM October 14, St. Joseph West Chazy, noon-5:00 PM October 14: St. Elizabeth, Elizabethtown, 2:00-6:00 PM October 28: Holy Angels, Altona, 11:30-6:00 PM TOP NOTCH LINKS www.faithfulcitizenship.org www.champlainvalleyrighttolife.org Mission Intention for September: That politicians may always act with honesty, integrity and love for the truth. ST ANNE SHRINE: The Tourist and Pilgrimage season will officially end on Sunday, October 7th with the 10:30 Mass. Shrine grounds remain as long as weather permits. Office and Vistor’s Center is opened year round. Phone: 802-928-3362 or www.saintannesshrine.org. INVITATION: Do you craft, do wood working, make jellies or sew? Would you like a place to display and sell your craft? The Roman Catholic Community of St Alexander’s and St Joseph’s is looking for vendors for their first craft show on December 8, 2012 at St Alexander’s Church Hall in Morrisonville. If interested Please call the Church office at 561-5039. SAINT PETER’S MISSION: St. Peter Church in Plattsburgh has a parish mission 7 pm October 1st-3rd conducted by Fr. Jack Connor, C.P., a national retreat giver from the Passionist Community. He will be speaking on our universal call to holiness. All are welcome on any or all evenings. DISCUSSIONS ON FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP: The Diocese of Ogdensburg will host a series of webinars entitled, Discussions on Faithful Citizenship in collaboration with the New York State Catholic Conference. It will be an interactive discussion about the issues that face us in these times. You can register as an individual. All you need is a computer with internet connection. The webinars will be held on Sunday Oct 21st and Monday Oct 22nd beginning at 8 pm and ending at 9:30 pm. To register and receive further instruction contact Lorraine Turgeon at 315-323-4989 or email at lturgeon@dioogdensburg.org CRAFT SHOW: The Ladies of St. Ann, Mooers Forks will have a Craft Show and Bake Sale on Saturday, October 20 at the St. Joseph Parish Center, 73 Maple Street, Mooers 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Crafters interested in renting a space can phone Theresa Tassone at 236-7733. CHAMPLAIN VALLEY RIGHT TO LIFE: The Champlain Valley Right to Life meets on the second Wednesday of the month at St. John’s Church, Plattsburgh at 7:00 PM. All are welcomed to attend these meetings. 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. CATHOLIC CHARITIES: Catholic Charities recently announced that Darry Roberts is the new Area Director/Clinician for the Clinton/Essex County Catholic Charities Office located at 43 Durkee Street, Plattsburgh. Deborah Long is the Administrative Assistant. The Catholic Charities office can be reached Monday through Friday 9 to 4:00. Phone 561-0470. 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. 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. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 2012-13: The Religious Education Program for Grades 1-5 will be held on Thursdays whenever the Saranac Central School is in session. The first class will be Thursday, October 4th. Continuing classes for Confirmation preparation will begin on Sunday, October 7 at 6:30. Parents of students in grades 6-8 will meet on Sunday, October 7 at 2:00 PM at St. James Parish Center. MARRIAGE TIP: Even if we are not called to sell all that we have we probably are called to not buy everything that it is possible to buy. What do you expect to spend money on today? Some items are essential but is there one purchase that you can skip? Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org

Bulletin for the Week of September 16, 2012

LOOKING AHEAD Sep 15-16: Bishop’s Fund Commitment Weekend Sep 15-16: Food Shelf Weekend Sep 15-16: Catecheticial Sunday Oct 4: Religious Education begins, grades 1-5 Oct 7; Nov 4; Dec 2; Feb 3; Mar 10; Apr 7; May 5: Classes in Preparation for Confirmation 6:30, St .James Parish Center Oct 12,2012-Nov 24,2013: Year of Faith Oct 20-21: Food Shelf Weekend Nov 4: Daylight Saving Time Ends May 12: First Communion May 25: Priest Ordination of Rev. Mr. Scott Belina, St. Mary’s Cathedral, 11:00 AM HARVEST DINNERS: September 16: St. Ann, Mooers Forks, 11:00-5:00 September 23: Sacred Heart, Chazy, 11:00-5:00 September 30: St.Edmund, Ellenburg, 11:30-4:00 October 7: St. Joseph, Dannemora, 11:30-5:00 October 7, Our Lady of Victory Church, noon-5:00 PM October 14, St. Joseph West Chazy, noon-5:00 PM October 14: St. Elizabeth, Elizabethtown, 2:00-6:00 PM TOP NOTCH LINKS www.faithfulcitizenship.org www.catholic.com (Catholic Answers) Mission Intention for September: That politicians may always act with honesty, integrity and love for the truth. ST ANNE SHRINE: The Tourist and Pilgrimage season will officially end on Sunday, October 7th with the 10:30 Mass. Shrine grounds remain as long as weather permits. Office and Vistor’s Center is opened year round. Phone: 802-928-3362 or www.saintannesshrine.org. INVITATION: Do you craft, do wood working, make jellies or sew? Would you like a place to display and sell your craft? The Roman Catholic Community of St Alexander’s and St Joseph’s is looking for vendors for their first craft show on December 8, 2012 at St Alexander’s Church Hall in Morrisonville. If interested please call the Church office at 561-5039. SAINT PETER’S MISSION: St. Peter Church in Plattsburgh has a parish mission 7 pm October 1st-3rd conducted by Fr. Jack Connor, C.P., a national retreat giver from the Passionist Community. He will be speaking on our universal call to holiness. All are welcome on any or all evenings. CRAFT SHOW: The Ladies of St. Ann, Mooers Forks will have a Craft Show and Bake Sale on Saturday, October 20 at the St. Joseph Parish Center, 73 Maple Street, Mooers 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Crafters interested in renting a space can phone Theresa Tassone at 236-7733. 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. BISHOPS FUND APPEAL: As we begin “Commitment Weekend” for the 2012 Bishop’s Fund Appeal, it is our hope that we can continue or increase our support to this vital Appeal. The theme of this year’s Bishop’s Fund Appeal is “Faces of Faith”. Please prayerfully consider supporting the many good works of the Diocese. Your pledge will be gratefully received and sincerely appreciated. Please be as generous as possible. Thank you in advance for your support. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 2012-13: Registration forms for 2012-13 Religious Education grades 1-5 are available at the entrance to the church. The Religious Education Program for Grades 1-5 will be held on Thursdays whenever the Saranac Central School is in session. The first class will be Thursday, October 4th. 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 by this weekend. St. James Religious Education is for St. James parishioners only. Continuing classes for Confirmation preparation will begin on Sunday, October 7 at 6:30. Parents of students in grades 6-8 will meet on Sunday, October 7 at 2:00 PM at St. James Parish Center. MARRIAGE TIP: "You may be right" is a handy phrase in which the speaker doesn't admit to being wrong, but allows that his/her spouse has a valid position. Sometimes that's enough to break a deadlock. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org 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.

Bulletin for the Week of September 2, 2012

LOOKING AHEAD Sep 15-16: Bishop’s Fund Commitment Weekend Sep 15-16: Food Shelf Weekend Sep 15-16: Catecheticial Sunday Oct 4: Religious Education begins, grades 1-5 Oct 7; Nov 4; Dec 2; Feb 3; Mar 10; Apr 7; May 5: Classes in Preparation for Confirmation 6:30, St .James Parish Center Oct 12,2012-Nov 24,2013: Year of Faith Oct 20-21: Food Shelf Weekend Nov 4: Daylight Saving Time Ends May 12: First Communion May 25: Priest Ordination of Rev. Mr. Scott Belina, St. Mary’s Cathedral, 11:00 AM HARVEST DINNERS: September 9: Holy Angels, Altona 11:30-6:00 October 7, Our Lady of Victory Church, noon-5:00 PM TOP NOTCH LINKS www.faithfulcitizenship.org www.povertyusa.org (Poverty data) Mission Intention for September: That politicians may always act with honesty, integrity and love for the truth. 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. BISHOPS FUND APPEAL: The 2012 Bishop’s Fund Appeal is set to begin in our parish and throughout the Diocese of Ogdensburg. The Appeal provides us the opportunity to share our blessings with others as we continually serve those who need our help the most throughout our community. Our goal is to have 117 or more families in our parish participating in the Bishop’s Fund Appeal. If we do this, we will surely exceed our parish financial target of $ 9552. Last year 111 families generously contributed $9098. Your gift to the 2012 Bishop’s Fund Appeal will help continue the vital ministries, services and programs that reach out to so many in need. Please consider making a pledge or one-time gift to this year’s effort. LABOR DAY CELEBRATION: Labor Day Celebration to benefit Holy Name School in AuSable Forks will be on Labor Day, Monday September 3rd starting at 10:00 AM with a parade. This marks the 100th year of Catholic education in the AuSable Forks area. Chicken Bar-B-Q from 2-4 PM. There will be games for children, a classic car show and more. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 2012-13: Registration forms for 2012-13 Religious Education grades 1-5 are available at the entrance to the church. The Religious Education Program for Grades 1-5 will be held on Thursdays whenever the Saranac Central School is in session. The first class will be Thursday, October 4th. 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 by Sunday September 16. St. James Religious Education is for St. James parishioners only. Continuing classes for Confirmation preparation will begin on Sunday, October 7 at 6:30. Parents of students in grades 6-8 will meet on Sunday, October 7 at 2:00 PM at St. James Parish Center. PARISH FINANCIAL REPORT: Copies of the St. James Parish Financial Report for FY 2011-12 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. MARRIAGE TIP: Memories can rekindle romance. Did you ever write love letters to each other – snail mail or email?. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org 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 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. BAPTISM: Robin Josie Basile, daughter of Mikeal and Julie (Baker) Basile became a member of the Catholic community through the Sacrament of Baptism on August 26th.