Bulletin for the Week of September 8, 2013

LOOKING AHEAD
Sep 14-15: Bishop’s Fund Appeal begins

Sep 14-15: Food Shelf Weekend

Sep 14-15: Catechetical Sunday

Oct 7: CVPH Blood Donor Drive, St. James Parish Center, 4pm-8pm

Oct 19-20: Food Shelf Weekend

Harvest Dinners
Sep 15: St. Ann, Mooers Forks, 11am-5pm
Sep 22: Sacred Heart, Chazy, 11a,-5pm

RELIGIOUS WEB SITES www.newadvent.org www.wordonfire.org/ (Catholic videos)

Mission Intention for September
That people today, often overwhelmed by noise, may rediscover the value of silence and listen to the voice of God and their sisters and brothers.

CUB SCOUTS: Why the Cub Scouts? It’s fun with a purpose! Scouting teaches core values using outdoor experiences and fun activities as a tool to help your son develop leadership skills and help him grow to be the man you hope he will become. If you have a son or know of a boy in 1st through 5th grade, and think they could benefit from the values-based Scouting program, please, call or click today: 1-855-SCOUT-NY www.trcscouting.org

ST KATERI PILGRIMAGE: The Diocese of Ogdensburg Vocations Society is organizing a pilgrimage with Bishop LaValley to the Shrine of St. Kateri Tekakwitha in Canada on Wednesday, October 9. For bus travel from Plattsburgh phone Lois McCasland at 315-265-9469 before September 21.

CATECHETICAL SUNDAY: The theme for CATECHETICAL SUNDAY 2013 is Open the Door of Faith. Catechetical Sunday is a time to reflect on the role that each person plays in handing on the faith and being a witness to the Gospel. We are reminded of the words of Jesus Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations. We are called not to make disciples by being instructed and formed in the practice of our Catholic faith.

OUR LADY OF THE ADIRONDACKS: Our Lady of the Adirondacks House of Prayer, 7270 Star Road, Ellenburg Center, will present a day of reflection and
contemplation on Saturday, September 14, 11 a.m.-4:00 p.m given by Fr. Bill Edwards The talk will be followed by lunch, contemplative prayer and Anticipated Mass at 4 p.m. RSVP by Sept. 11. On September 28 at 10AM Fr. Doug Decker will preside at a healing Mass followed by an opportunity for individual prayer. RSVP by September 26. Reply for either event to: olaprayerhouse@gmail.com or 518-594-3253.

BISHOP’S FUND APPEAL: In the coming week, you will receive a letter and brochure from Bishop LaValley asking you to join him in supporting the 2013 Bishop’s Fund Appeal. Please remember - every gift makes a difference – every gift counts. You may also make a commitment to the Bishop’s Fund Appeal by using an envelope you will find at the entrance to the church. You are invited to bring your gift next weekend for Commitment Weekend and place it in the collection basket or return it to Bishop LaValley in the envelope provided. Online giving is also available at www.rcdony.org/development. Thank you once again for your generosity and support. 2013 Bishop’s Fund Appeal.

BIRTHRIGHT VOLUNTEER TRAINING: Live your life to the full as a Birthright volunteer. Help others accept the gift of life. Training begins in September. Call Birthright 563-4300 or Sally Fisher 534-3577.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION GRADES 1-5: 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 3rd

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION GRADES 6-7: Parents of children in Grades 6-7 will meet in St. James Parish Center on Sunday, September 29 at 2:00 pm.

CONFIRMATION PREPARATION: Two Year Confirmation preparation classes for will begin on Sunday, October 6th at 6:00.

MARRIAGE TIP: Temper Taming Tip: Noise can lower your resistance to anger. If whining, TV, roughhousing, or crowds are on your nerves, lower the decibel level. Call for a “Quiet Time Out.” For example, turn off the TV, have kids go outside (or to separate rooms). Talk softly yourself. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Membership in the Knights of Columbus will be of interest to you as a Catholic man if you are a Catholic who believes in
Helping those in need
Serving your parish
Growing in your Catholic faith
Want access to a top-rated Insurance protection
If you want more information or want to join contact Roman Miner at 293-7292.

GLUTEN FREE HOSTS: If you are in need of a gluten free host, simply inform Fr. Deno before Mass, and he will make sure there is one available for you at Communion.