Bulletin for the Week of February 22, 2014

LOOKING AHEAD

Mar 1-2: Special Renovation Fund Collection

Mar 2, Apr 6, May 4:  Class for students for Confirmation preparation, 6:00 PM, Parish Center

Mar 5:  Ash Wednesday, Special Collection for Church in Central and Eastern Europe.  Masses: 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM

Mar 7: Stations of the Cross, 6:30 pm (and all Fridays of Lent)

Mar 9: Daylight Savings Time Begins

Mar 15-16: Food Shelf Weekend

Mar 15-16: Special campaign for subscriptions to NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC

Apr 5-6: Special Renovation Fund Collection

Apr 19-20: Food Shelf Weekend

May 11: First Communion

June 16: Blood Donor Drive, St. James Parish Center, 3-7 PM

RELIGIOUS WEB SITES   

www.usccb.org/nab/bible/index.shtml (Complete Bible)

www.wordonfire.org/ (Catholic videos)

Mission Intention for February: That all cultures may respect the rights and dignity of women. 

HEALING MINISTRY: Living Waters Healing Ministry Mass at St. Alexander’s Church, Morrisonville, First Thursday of every month at 6:30 PM.

LENT 2014: Lent this year begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5. Lent is a time of 40 days during which we take a deep look at ourselves by prayer, by fasting, and by searching our conscience as to how we might use our spiritual resources more effectively.

✦Law of Fasting : Catholics between the ages of 18 and 59 are bound to Fasting on Ash Wednesday and on Good Friday (April 18).  Fasting involves limiting ourselves to a single full meal and avoiding food between meals. Lighter nourishment may be taken on two other occasions in the course of the day.

✦Abstain From Meat : All Catholics who have reached their 14th birthday are bound to abstain from meat on Ash Wednesday, all Fridays of Lent and on Good Friday.

✦Confession: During the season of Lent Catholics are also encouraged to receive the Sacrament of  Confession.

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

MARRIAGE TIP: But it’s not fair! I got up the last time Junior wet the bed. I drove carpool last week, it’s your turn. A covenant marriage means that it’s not always going to be fair and even – but don’t take advantage of your spouse. Is anything in your marriage unfair?. lly mean that there’s something behind the present problem that irks the other. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org.

SPECIAL COLLECTION: Next week on Ash Wednesday we will take up the Collection for the Church in Central and Eastern Europe. This Collection supports Catholic organizations that provide affordable shelter and training for seminarians in a region that still struggles with the effects of Soviet rule. Visit www.usccb.org (search “Church in Central and Eastern Europe”) to learn more. 

PREPARATIONS FOR LENT:  Lent is an opportunity to spend 40 days in renewing our spiritual life and our relationship with God and with others. The entire time of Lent should be observed in a spirit of prayer and penance. Spending extra time in prayer or reading the Bible, attending daily Mass, voluntary sacrifice and self-denial, combined with works of charity and service to others, are all excellent ways to obey the Lord’s command to do penance and to prepare for the joyful celebration of Easter. Spiritual opportunities available to you at St. James this Lent are:

▫ Ash Wednesday, Mass and receiving of blessed ashes

▫ Daily participation in Mass

▫ A series of booklets on the basic teachings of the Catholic Faith provided by the Knights of Columbus

▫ The Bible and You: a guide to the Bible

▫ Sunday Bulletins with special teachings on Fasting and Prayer

▫ Public Stations of the Cross each Friday evening at 6:30

▫ Opportunity for the Sacrament of Confession

▫ Operation Rice Bowl: a journey of prayer, fasting, and giving.

FORTY DAYS FOR LIFE: From March 5 through April 13, the Plattsburgh community-based campaign of 40 Days for Life invites you to join them in promoting pro-life activities by praying peacefully during the 40 day vigil in the public riight-of-way outside Planned Parenthood, 66 Brinkeroff Street, Plattsburgh, Information is available on their web site: 40daysforlife.com/Plattsburgh, or contacting Nancy Monette at 561-8225.

Bulletin for the Week of February 16, 2014

LOOKING AHEAD

Feb 15-16:  Food Shelf Weekend

Mar 1-2: Special Renovation Fund Collection

Mar 2, Apr 6, May 4:  Class for students for Confirmation preparation, 6:00 PM, Parish Center

Mar 5:  Ash Wednesday, Special Collection for Church in Central and Eastern Europe.  Masses: 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM

Mar 7: Stations of the Cross, 6:30 pm (and all Fridays of Lent)

Mar 9: Daylight Savings Time Begins

Mar 15-16: Food Shelf Weekend

Mar 15-16: Special campaign for subscriptions to NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC

Apr 5-6: Special Renovation Fund Collection

Apr 19-20: Food Shelf Weekend

May 11: First Communion

RELIGIOUS WEB SITES   

www.usccb.org/nab/bible/index.shtml (Complete Bible)

www.wordonfire.org/ (Catholic videos)

Mission Intention for February: That the Church and society may respect the wisdom and experience of older people.

HEALING MINISTRY: Living Waters Healing Ministry Mass at St. Alexander’s Church, Morrisonville, First Thursday of every month at 6:30 PM.

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

MARRIAGE TIP: Fighting Fair Tip: Keep it current. One couple has the rule of thumb that any issue older than the milk in the refrigerator is no longer game. Recurring arguments usually mean that there’s something behind the present problem that irks the other. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org.

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.

PREPARATIONS FOR LENT:   Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5. Lent is an opportunity to spend 40 days in renewing our spiritual life and our relationship with God and with others. The entire time of Lent should be observed in a spirit of prayer and penance. Spending extra time in prayer or reading the Bible, attending daily Mass, voluntary sacrifice and self-denial, combined with works of charity and service to others, are all excellent ways to obey the Lord’s command to do penance and to prepare for the joyful celebration of Easter. Spiritual opportunities available to you at St. James this Lent are:

▫ Ash Wednesday, Mass and receiving of blessed ashes

▫ Daily participation in Mass

▫ A series of booklets on the basic teachings of the Catholic Faith provided by the Knights of Columbus

▫ The Bible and You: a guide to the Bible

▫ Sunday Bulletins with special teachings on Fasting and Prayer

▫ Public Stations of the Cross each Friday evening at 6:30

▫ Opportunity for the Sacrament of Confession

▫ Operation Rice Bowl: a journey of prayer, fasting, and giving.

HOLY ANGELS, ALTONA: Spring Brunch on Sunday, April 27 serving 8AM-1PM.

MARCH 5 --APRIL 13: From March 5 through April 13, you’re invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life -- 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion.  You’re also invited to stand and peacefully pray during the 40 day vigil in the public riight-of-way outside Planned Parenthood of the North Country New York, 66 Brinkeroff Street, Plattsburgh, and also to help spread the word about this important community outreach.  If you would like more information--especially if you would like to volunteer to help, please contact: Nancy Monette, Plattsburgh 40 Days for Life Outreach Coodinator a 518-561-8225 or go to www.40daysforlife.com/plattsburgh.

SETON CATHOLIC CENTRAL OPEN HOUSE:  You are invited to Seton Catholic Central Open House on Thursday March 16 - 6PM to 8PM. It provides a wonderful opportunity to tour the school’s facilities and meet the faculty and current students. This event will include both a Science Fair with 7^th and 8^th graders’ hands on  experiments and a Curriculum Fair displaying the work and extracurricular activities of current students.  Everyone is welcome to attend!

Bulletin for the Week of February 9, 2014

 LOOKING AHEAD

Feb 15-16:  Food Shelf Weekend

Mar 1-2: Special Renovation Fund Collection

Mar 2, Apr 6, May 4:  Class for students preparing for Confirmation preparation, 6:00 PM, Parish Center

Mar 5:  Ash Wednesday, Special Collection for Church in Central and Eastern Europe.  Masses: 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM

Mar 7: Stations of the Cross, 6:00 pm (and all Fridays of Lent)

Mar 9: Daylight Savings Time Begins

Mar 15-16: Food Shelf Weekend

Mar 15-16: Special campaign for subscriptions to NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC

Apr 5-6: Special Renovation Fund Collection

Apr 19-20: Food Shelf Weekend

May 11: First Communion

RELIGIOUS WEB SITES   

www.usccb.org/nab/bible/index.shtml (Complete Bible)

www.wordonfire.org/ (Catholic videos)

Mission Intention for February: That the Church and society may respect the wisdom and experience of older people.

HEALING MINISTRY: Living Waters Healing Ministry Mass at St. Alexander’s Church, Morrisonville, First Thursday of every month at 6:30 PM.

MARRIAGE TIP: True, you can’t buy love, but the media tempts us to believe money will bring happiness. Free yourselves of aspirations for wealth and your heart will be more satisfied. Find more Marriage Rx at www.foryourmarriage.org.

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.

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.

STATEMENT OF GIVING FOR INCOME TAXES:  If you wish to receive a statement of your financial contributions to St. James Church for 2013, please indicate this on your Sunday offering envelope so that we can assure confidentiality.

MARCH 5 --APRIL 13: From March 5 through April 13, you’re invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life -- 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion.  You’re also invited to stand and peacefully pray during the 40 day vigil in the public riight-of-way outside Planned Parenthood of the North Country New York, 66 Brinkeroff Street, Plattsburgh, and also to help spread the word about this important community outreach.  If you would like more information--especially if you would like to volunteer to help, please contact: Nancy Monette, Plattsburgh 40 Days for Life Outreach Coodinator a 518-561-8225 or go to www.40daysforlife.com/plattsburgh.

OUT OF THE DARKNESS: Every year millions of men, women, and children are trafficked for sexual or labor exploitation worldwide, including the United States. They are also connected by their desperation and their perception of migration as an accessible escape route. Often they seek to escape life in an oppressive slum, with the hope of finding opportunity and a brighter future elsewhere. Human trafficking is a horrific crime against the basic dignity and rights of the human person. It is hard to imagine that, in the twenty-first century, fellow human beings could be exploited and forced to work in the

sex industry and other industries. Working in collaboration with law enforcement, government, non-governmental and private organizations, Catholics must strive to protect the basic right of freedom and to bring those who exploit human lives to justice. Increased awareness and training will lead to more tips to law enforcement, which will result in more victims being identified. You are invited to do something really important. Join hundreds of concerned people to pray for the victims of Human Trafficking. The patron saint of these victims is St. Josephine Bakhita who herself was enslaved as a child in the Sudan.