The Parish of Mary Mother of Mercy

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe~ November 26, 2023

Posted on November 25, 2023 by Kathleen Rourke

First Reading:
As for you, my sheep, says the Lord GOD, I will judge between one sheep and another, between rams and goats. (Ez. 34:17)

Psalm:
The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want. (Ps. 23)

Second Reading:
When everything is subjected to him, then the Son himself will also be subjected to the one who subjected everything to him, so that God may be all in all. (1 Cor. 15:28)

Gospel:
“When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, he will sit upon his glorious throne, and all the nations will be assembled before him. And he will separate them one from another, as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats.” (Mt. 25:31-32)

Excerpts from the Lectionary for Mass ©2001, 1998, 1970 CCD. The English translation of Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
God is always closer to us than we suspect. He is in every need we encounter and every person we meet. Never stop seeking His face.
@LPi

Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:

@LPi

Events:

Food Pantries:
- Ovid Federated Church: Mondays, 10:00 a.m.
- Food Truck: First Tuesday of the month (Dec. 5), 4:00–6:00 p.m., South Seneca High School
- Interlaken Reformed church: Fridays, 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Trumansburg Food Pantry: Every other Monday (December 4) 3:30–6:30 p.m., Methodist church
- Lodi’s Community Pantry, Saturdays, 12:30–2:00 p.m., Lodi Rod & Gun Club, 9382 Lodi Center Rd.
Family Hope Center: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Holy Cross
Fr. Bernard is available: Fridays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., no appointment necessary,St. Francis Solanus
2023–2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA): Pledges are being accepted. Parish goal is $31,000.
Adult Inquiry & Confirmation Preparation classes: Saturdays, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Prayer for Healing and Harmony: St. James
- Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m.
- November 30; 7:00 p.m.
Book Study: Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m., St. James
Taizé Prayer: December 7 & 21, 7:30 p.m., St. James
Eucharist and the Mass discussion: December 2, 5:00-6:15 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Catholic U Collection: November 25/26
Flower Collection: December 2/3
Sweet Sunday: December 3, 10:00 a.m., St. James
Encounter Night: December 7, 6:30 p.m., Holy Cross
Family Faith Formation: December 9, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus

Parish Funerals:
Julia E. Morehouse died on October 30, 2023 at the age of 95. A funeral Mass was celebrated on November 10, 2023, at St. James the Apostle Church.

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe:
This is the feast day we celebrate today. John 18:37: “So Pilate said to him, ‘Then you are a King?’ Jesus answered, ‘You say I am a king.’” Jesus is a king for those who freely accept him not as one who dominates but as one who serves. Truly, a different kind of king. This day is truly a joyful day for those who experience Jesus in his kingly manner.

Season of Advent:
Next Sunday, December 3, is the First Sunday of Advent.

The Word Among us Advent Booklet:
The booklet titled, The Word Among Us, is available in the foyer of the church. The booklet contains daily meditations for the Advent Season. Please take one for your home and for daily prayer.

Year of Parish Eucharistic Revival – the Mass:
Fr. Bernard will give a presentation on the Mass this coming Saturday, December 2, at 5:00 p.m. in the St. Francis Solanus Church Annex to deepen our understanding of the Eucharist and Mass – the Sacrifice of Christ’s Body and Blood instituted by Jesus. All are welcome. To reinvigorate worship is one of the invitations to parishes during this year of Parish Eucharistic Revival.

Catholic U Second Collection:
This weekend is the National Collection for The Catholic University of America. Catholic U offers courses in more than 180 academic programs. By giving to the National Collection, you will help support more than 6,000 students who are seeking a faith-filled education at an institution that supports cutting edge research in multiple fields. Your investment will enable the University to continue preparing the next generation of leadership, both religious and lay, of our Church and nation. Learn more at: collection.catholic.edu.

Christmas Flower Offering:
Next weekend is the annual Christmas Flower Offering collection. Your offerings help provide the beautiful flowers and decorations that adorn our three churches at Christmas each year.

Eucharistic Holy Hour – Encounter Night:
Spend time with Jesus in the Eucharist. Encounter Nights create the opportunity for a personal encounter with Our Lord. They are monthly opportunities to experience a powerful form of worship as a parish. The next Encounter Night will be Thursday, December 7, 6:30–7:30 p.m. at Holy Cross Church. For many in the parish it will mean making the sacrifice to travel. January’s Encounter Night will be at St. James the Apostle.

Jesus and the Eucharist Study:
The Word Committee of the Parish Council is planning a seven-session series on Jesus and the Eucharist sponsored by the National Eucharistic Revival. The goal is to have small study groups. Each session is video based containing a main lesson that includes personal testimonies from Catholics across the country. Besides the video, the session contains time for small group discussion.

Currently parishioners are being asked to consider being facilitators. That is, facilitators would set the day, time, and place convenient to themselves to show the video and lead the small group discussion. The more facilitators the parish has the more opportunities parishioners would have to participate in the study of Jesus and the Eucharist. Please notify the Parish Office if you are interested in being a facilitator and to participate in a training session.

Angel Tree Tags:
The Angel Trees are up at both St. Francis and Holy Cross for the Seneca County Community Christmas Project! If you take a child’s tag, gifts must be returned by Sunday, December 10th. Please do not wrap the gifts. Also, please include the tag information where it can easily be seen. If you would like to participate but would prefer not to take a tag, gift cards from Walmart are appreciated. If you have any questions, please contact Gerry Frank at 607–869–5009 or [email protected].

Volunteer for Trumansburg Food Pantry:
December 4 & 18 are our parish’s dates to provide volunteers for the Trumansburg Food Pantry. Sign-up sheets are provided in the foyers.

2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA):
As of November 15, 2023, sixty-one parish households have contributed to the CMA. We thank those who have given generously and ask all who have not yet given to prayerfully consider doing so. Participation in the Appeal is primary. What is pledged is secondary. The CMA helps our Church and our parish in many ways. Our given parish goal is $31,000. Our parish households have pledged $14,320 which is 46.19% of our goal.

Share the Warmth:
The Trumansburg Rotary Club is sponsoring a collection bin on the front porch of the St. James rectory as part of their Share the Warmth campaign that runs through early December. Share the Warmth accepts all winter clothing in good repair: coats, snow pants, boots, hats, scarves, gloves, mittens, etc. Blankets also are welcome. All donations should be new or gently used, and clean for future recipients. Thank you to all who participate in sharing the warmth this winter.

First Friday and First Saturday Devotion:
In response to parishioners’ inquiry regarding this devotion, a handout titled “How to Observe First Fridays and First Saturdays” has been placed in the foyers of the Church. Because of the times in which we live, this devotion is popular today.

Priesthood Vocation Awareness
A series of nine short videos has been produced by the Catholic Courier. These profile the current ministries and the vocational journeys of several of the priests of our diocese. They have all been uploaded to YouTube, and links are available at catholiccourier.com/priestlife/. The videos are of interest and informational for everyone’s viewing.

Donating to Your Parish:
Online giving by WeShare is safe, simple and convenient. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3:

Visit the parish website’s giving page: marymotherofmercy.com/giving
Follow the directions under the “Donate Online” section.
Set up your donation or payment.

That’s it! Your account will be created and you can put away your checkbook. If you experience any problem, please e-mail Eileen at [email protected].

Prayer Vigil for Peace:
All are welcome to gather to pray for peace on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:00–2:00 p.m. and on Thursdays 8:30–10:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, Trumansburg.

Seneca County Senior Center Events:

Movement & Music: November 28, 1:15 p.m.
Tea and Talking: November 30; 1:00 p.m.

These events will take place at Verona Village in Ovid and are open to Seneca County residents 60 and older.

Programs at St. James the Apostle:
Sister Anne Alderman, SSJ facilitates three programs in the Pine Room at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.

Prayer for Healing and Harmony: On the 2^nd and 4^th Thursday at 7:00 p.m. and every Wednesday at 2:00 p.m., Sr. Anne leads a time of silent prayer. This provides an opportunity for personal reflection and healing. The session closes with a time to share any reflections that came to you. You do not need to attend every session.
The Taizé Prayer is facilitated on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. Taizé Prayer was developed by an ecumenical community of monks in Taizé, France. It consists of readings and prayers interspersed with quiet, repetitive songs—a good way to quiet your soul and psyche after a busy day.
Every Wednesday at 3:15 p.m., all are invited to participate in a book study. The current book is Wisdom Distilled from the Daily by Joan Chittiston.

Questions? Contact Sister Anne at 607-209-4206 or [email protected]

Family Hope Center:
The Family Hope Center has two locations: one in Geneva and a satellite location in Ovid in the Holy Cross Church Rectory. Family Hope Center fights for life by valuing life above all else. It means offering support through free pregnancy tests, a limited ultrasound referral, parenting and life skills classes, bible studies, material aid such as diapers and clothing, and through our forgiven and set free post abortion study. It means looking at our clients and saying, “I see your life; I value your life. I see and value your children’s lives. You are important and loved.” Women come to the Family Hope Center to be valued. The Pregnancy Care Center of the Finger Lakes is located at 551 Exchange St. in Geneva with an office in Ovid at 7231 Main St. “If you regret your abortion, you are not alone. Let us help you learn to forgive yourself.” To learn more visit familyhopecentergeneva.org, call 315–789–0708, text: 315-945-1019, or email [email protected].

Prayers for Our Parish:
The Sisters of St. Joseph have a prayer ministry for the Diocese of Rochester. Sister Anne Marie Burns and Sister Dolores Bachman will be praying for our parish and parishioners throughout 2023. We thank the Sisters for their thoughtfulness and kindness toward us. In our appreciation, please keep the Sisters of St. Joseph, especially Sisters Anne Marie and Dolores, in your thoughts and prayers.

Mass Intention Requests:
Those wishing to have someone remembered at a Mass may fill out a Mass Intentions Request form which is automatically submitted to the church office. You may also phone the parish office (607-294-0064) with your request or fill out one of the paper forms available in the foyer of each church and either mail it to the parish office or put it in the collection. There are several reasons why a person may ask a priest to offer a Mass for another individual: in thanksgiving; for the intentions of another person (such as on a birthday); or, as is most common, for the repose of the soul and in memory of someone who has died.

Sanctuary Lamp:
In Catholic Churches, a candle is always lit to indicate that the Blessed Sacrament is present in the church. This candle is called the “sanctuary lamp.” Every week the candle or oil is renewed. In many churches, people donate to the church for the sanctuary lamp be lit for the week for the intention of the donor. This has been the custom at Holy Cross Church, Ovid and is now extended to St. James the Apostle and St. Francis Solanus Churches. In making the donation simply put on the envelope, “donation for the sanctuary lamp” and specify the week and, if so desired, your intention.

Cancer Services Program (CSP):
Cortland and Tompkins Counties offer free cancer screenings to those who are uninsured or have health insurance that does not cover these screenings. The screening services are provided in local health centers, doctors’ offices, and hospitals. For more information, contact CSP at 866 442 2262.

Prayer Intentions:
Please feel free to add your prayer requests in the books available for that purpose in each church. The prayer requests of fellow parishioners are listed on the parish website (see PRAYERS in top bar). You may also add a request by emailing the parish at [email protected] or phoning the parish office at 607–294–0064 and it will be added to the list.

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Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ November 19, 2023

Posted on November 18, 2023 by Kathleen Rourke

First Reading:
She brings him good, and not evil, all the days of her life. She obtains wool and flax and works with loving hands. (Prv. 31:12-13)

Psalm:
Blessed are those who fear the Lord. (Ps. 128)

Second Reading:
But you, brothers and sisters, are not in darkness, for that day to overtake you like a thief. For all of you are children of the light and children of the day. (1 Thes. 5:4-5)

Gospel:
“Since you were faithful in small matters, I will give you great responsibilities. Come, share your master’s joy.’” (Mt. 25:21)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
God entrusts special gifts to each of us, but they are not gifts to be hoarded and hidden. Let’s work each and every day to multiply those gifts in the world.
@LPi

Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:

Events:

Food Pantries:
- Ovid Federated Church: Mondays, 10:00 a.m.
- Food Truck: First Tuesday of the month (Dec. 5), 4:00–6:00 p.m., South Seneca High School
- Interlaken Reformed church: Fridays, 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Trumansburg Food Pantry: Every other Monday (November 20) 3:30–6:30 p.m., Methodist church
- Lodi’s Community Pantry, Saturdays, 12:30–2:00 p.m., Lodi Rod & Gun Club, 9382 Lodi Center Rd
Family Hope Center: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Holy Cross
Fr. Bernard is available: Fridays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., no appointment necessary, St. Francis Solanus
2023–2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA): Pledges are being accepted. Parish goal is $31,000.
Adult Inquiry & Confirmation Preparation classes: Saturdays, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Prayer for Healing and Harmony: St. James
- Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m.
- November 30; 7:00 p.m.
Book Study: Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m., St. James
Taizé Prayer: December 7 & 21, 7:30 p.m., St. James
Eucharist and the Mass discussion: December 2, 5:00-6:15 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Sweet Sunday: December 3, 10:00 a.m., St. James
Encounter Night: December 7, 6:30 p.m., Holy Cross
Family Faith Formation: December 9, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus

2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA):
The CMA is happening. The Appeal serves people in need; provides diocesan wide services to parishes and institutions; supports seminarians, Deacons, and Pastoral Leaders; educates the young in the Catholic faith; and funds the operation of diocesan office/ministries, etc. Our parish given goal is $31,000. As of November 8th, fifty-eight parish households have pledged $14,015 which is 45.21% of our goal. Please participate in the Appeal. Participation is primary, what is pledged is secondary.

Thanksgiving Day:
This Thursday is a national holiday. The Thanksgiving Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, the day before Thanksgiving, at 4:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus Church.

This Week – Daily Mass Schedule Changes:
There will be no 8:30 a.m. Masses on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, November 22, 23, & 24. As previously announced, the Thanksgiving Mass will be on Wednesday, November 22^nd, at 4:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus Church. On Friday, November 24, there will be a communion service at 9:00 a.m. at St. James.

Trivia Night Thank You:
Thank you to our fellowship committee: Russ Wedemeyer (chair), Barbara Bero, Liz Coats, and Jackie Leidenfrost, for organizing the Parish Trivia Night on November 8. It was a delight to gather with fellow parishioners for an such an enjoyable evening.

Year of Parish Eucharistic Revival – the Mass:
During this year parishes are invited to reinvigorate worship. The Worship Committee of the Parish Council is promoting a class on deepening our understanding of the Eucharist and Mass – the Sacrifice of Christ’s Body and Blood instituted by Jesus. The class will be held on Saturday, December 2, after the 4:00 p.m. Mass (5:00–6:15 p.m.) at St. Francis Solanus Church.

Saturday Classes–Adult Inquiry & Confirmation Preparation:
Adults interested in knowing more about Jesus of Nazareth or interested in Catholicism or adults desiring to celebrate their first Communion and/or Confirmation, and students eighth grade and above who have not celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation, are invited to attend classes on Saturdays (with one exception: the second Saturday of the month) at 5:00–6:15 p.m. in the St. Francis Solanus Annex. There will be no class on Saturday, November 25^th – Thanksgiving weekend.

Angel Tree Tags:
The Angel Trees will soon be up at both St. Francis and Holy Cross Churches for the Seneca County Community Christmas Project! If you take a child’s tag, gifts must be returned by Sunday, December 10th. Please do not wrap the gifts–parents need to see what has been given to their children. Also, please include the tag information where it can easily be seen. If you would like to participate but would prefer not to take a tag from the tree, gift cards from Walmart would be appreciated. If you have any questions, please contact Gerry Frank at 607–869–5009 or [email protected].

Volunteer for Trumansburg Food Pantry:
Mondays, November 20 and December 4 & 18, are our parish’s dates to provide volunteers for the Trumansburg Food Pantry. Sign-up sheets and descriptions of each task are provided in the foyers.

Holiday Bazaar:
The Jacksonville United Methodist Church, 1869 Trumansburg Rd, Jacksonville, is holding their annual Holiday Bazaar on November 25 from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Seneca County Senior Center Events:

Movement & Music: November 21, & 28, 1:15 p.m.
Tea and Talking: November 30; 1:00 p.m.

These events will take place at Verona Village in Ovid and are open to Seneca County residents 60 and older.

Donating to Your Parish:
Online giving by WeShare is safe, simple and convenient. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3:

Visit the parish website’s giving page: marymotherofmercy.com/giving
Follow the directions under the “Donate Online” section.
Set up your donation or payment.

That’s it! Your account will be created and you can put away your checkbook. If you experience any problem, please e-mail Eileen at [email protected].

Programs at St. James the Apostle:
Sister Anne Alderman, SSJ facilitates three programs in the Pine Room at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.

Prayer for Healing and Harmony: On the 2^nd and 4^th Thursday at 7:00 p.m. and every Wednesday at 2:00 p.m., Sr. Anne leads a time of silent prayer. This provides an opportunity for personal reflection and healing. The session closes with a time to share any reflections that came to you. You do not need to attend every session.
The Taizé Prayer is facilitated on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. Taizé Prayer was developed by an ecumenical community of monks in Taizé, France. It consists of readings and prayers interspersed with quiet, repetitive songs—a good way to quiet your soul and psyche after a busy day.
Every Wednesday at 3:15 p.m., all are invited to participate in a book study. The current book is Wisdom Distilled from the Daily by Joan Chittiston.

Questions? Contact Sister Anne at 607-209-4206 or [email protected]

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Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ November 12, 2023

Posted on November 11, 2023 by Kathleen Rourke

First Reading:
Resplendent and unfading is wisdom, and she is readily perceived by those who love her, and found by those who seek her. (Wis. 6:12)

Psalm:
My soul is thirsting for you, O Lord my God. (Ps. 63)

Second Reading:
For if we believe that Jesus died and rose, so too will God, through Jesus, bring with him those who have fallen asleep. (1 Thes. 4:14)

Gospel:
“Therefore, stay awake, for you know neither the day nor the hour.” (Mt. 25:13)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
God knows that, sooner or later, we all face a night that is long and dark. He has given each of us exactly what we need to make it through. If we keep Him with us, the light will not go out.
@LPi

Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:

@LPi

Events:

Food Pantries:
- Ovid Federated Church: Mondays, 10:00 a.m.
- Food Truck: First Tuesday of the month (Dec. 5), 4:00–6:00 p.m., South Seneca High School
- Interlaken Reformed church: Fridays, 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Trumansburg Food Pantry: Every other Monday (November 20) 3:30–6:30 p.m., Methodist church
- Lodi’s Community Pantry, Saturdays, 12:30–2:00 p.m., Lodi Rod & Gun Club, 9382 Lodi Center Rd
Family Hope Center: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Holy Cross
Fr. Bernard is available: Fridays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., no appointment necessary,St. Francis Solanus
2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA): Pledges are being accepted. Parish goal is $31,000.
Adult Inquiry & Confirmation Preparation classes: Saturdays, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Prayer for Healing and Harmony: St. James
- Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m.
- November 30; 7:00 p.m.
Book Study: Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m., St. James
Taizé Prayer: November 16, 7:30 p.m., St. James
Family Faith Formation: November 11, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Sweet Sunday: December 3, 10:00 a.m., St. James

Saturday Classes–Adult Inquiry & Confirmation Preparation:
Adults interested in knowing more about Jesus of Nazareth or interested in Catholicism or adults desiring to celebrate their first Communion and/or Confirmation, and students eighth grade and above who have not celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation, are invited to attend classes on Saturdays (with one exception: the second Saturday of the month) at 5:00–6:15 p.m. in the St. Francis Solanus Annex. November 18th is the next session. The topic: The Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist.

2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA):
The CMA is happening. The Appeal serves people in need; provides diocesan wide services to parishes and institutions; supports seminarians, Deacons, and Pastoral Leaders; educates the young in the Catholic faith; and funds the operation of diocesan office/ministries, etc. Our parish given goal is $31,000. As of November 1st, fifty-five parish households have pledged $13,805 which is 44.53% of our goal. Please participate in the Appeal. Participation is primary, what is pledged is secondary.

Collection Counters Needed:
Our parish desperately needs more Sunday collection counters at both St. James the Apostle and Holy Cross. Counters work in teams, and each team is only asked to count once every 3-4 weeks. The process of counting the collection takes 30-60 minutes. If you cannot commit to a regular schedule, consider volunteering as a substitute. Contact Susan Guydosh at [email protected] or phone our parish office. Many hands make light work; more volunteers lessen the burden on any one individual.

Vocation Awareness
A series of nine short videos has been produced by the Catholic Courier. These profile the current ministries and the vocational journeys of several of the priests of our diocese. They have all been uploaded to YouTube, and links are available at catholiccourier.com/priestlife/.

Programs at St. James the Apostle:
Sister Anne Alderman, SSJ facilitates three programs in the Pine Room at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.

Prayer for Healing and Harmony: On the 2^nd and 4^th Thursday at 7:00 p.m. and every Wednesday at 2:00 p.m., Sr. Anne leads a time of silent prayer. This provides an opportunity for personal reflection and healing. The session closes with a time to share any reflections that came to you. You do not need to attend every session.
The Taizé Prayer is facilitated on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. Taizé Prayer was developed by an ecumenical community of monks in Taizé, France. It consists of readings and prayers interspersed with quiet, repetitive songs—a good way to quiet your soul and psyche after a busy day.
Every Wednesday at 3:15 p.m., all are invited to participate in a book study. The current book is Wisdom Distilled from the Daily by Joan Chittiston.

Questions? Contact Sister Anne at 607-209-4206 or [email protected]

Notre Dame Retreat House:
Upcoming opportunities to renew your spirit:

“Keep Hope Alive” Retreat Weekends: Nov. 17-19 (Couple’s), Dec. 8–10 (Men’s)
“Advent, A Season of Darkness and Light” Day Retreat: December 5 with Sr. Karen Dietz, SSJ

For more details visit our website at notredameretreat.org.

Holiday Bazaar:
The Jacksonville United Methodist Church, 1869 Trumansburg Rd, Jacksonville, is holding their annual Holiday Bazaar on November 25 from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Seneca County Senior Center Events:

Movement & Music: November 14, 21, & 28, 1:15 p.m.
Tea and Talking: November 9, 16, & 30; 1:00 p.m.

These events will take place at Verona Village in Ovid and are open to Seneca County residents 60 and older.

Donating to Your Parish:
Online giving by WeShare is safe, simple and convenient. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3:

Visit the parish website’s giving page: marymotherofmercy.com/giving
Follow the directions under the “Donate Online” section.
Set up your donation or payment.

That’s it! Your account will be created and you can put away your checkbook. If you experience any problem, please e-mail Eileen at [email protected].

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Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ November 5, 2023

Posted on November 4, 2023 by Kathleen Rourke

First Reading:
You have turned aside from the way, and have caused many to falter by your instruction. (Mal. 2:8)

Psalm:
In you, Lord, I have found my peace. (Ps. 131)

Second Reading:
With such affection for you, we were determined to share with you not only the gospel of God, but our very selves as well, so dearly beloved had you become to us. (1Thes 2:8)

Gospel:
“Therefore, do and observe all things whatsoever they tell you, but do not follow their example. For they preach but they do not practice.” (Mt. 23:3)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
Christ turns the way of the world upside down: the great become the small and the honored ones become humble. Be small, and you will feel his greatness. Be humble, and you will know the honor of Heaven.
@LPi

Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:

@LPi

Events:

Food Pantries:
- Ovid Federated Church: Mondays, 10:00 a.m.
- Food Truck: First Tuesday of the month (Nov. 7), 4:00–6:00 p.m., South Seneca High School
- Interlaken Reformed church: Fridays, 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Trumansburg Food Pantry: Every other Monday (November 6) 3:30–6:30 p.m., Methodist church
- Lodi’s Community Pantry, Saturdays, 12:30–2:00 p.m., Lodi Rod & Gun Club, 9382 Lodi Center Rd
Family Hope Center: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Holy Cross
Fr. Bernard is available: Fridays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., no appointment necessary,St. Francis Solanus
2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA): Pledges are being accepted. Parish goal is $31,000.
Adult Inquiry & Confirmation Preparation classes: Saturdays, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Prayer for Healing and Harmony: St. James
- Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m.
- November 9 & 30; 7:00 p.m.
Book Study: Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m., St. James
Taizé Prayer: November 16, 7:30 p.m., St. James
Cemetery Collection: November 4/5
Sweet Sunday: November 5, 10:00 a.m., St. James
Trivia Night: November 8, 6:30 p.m., St. James
Parish Council: November 9, 7:00 p.m., St. Francis
Family Faith Formation: November 11, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus

Annual Financial Report:
The 2022–2023 Financial Report for the Parish for the parish is now available. Father would like to thank everyone for their continued and generous support of the parish.

Saturday Classes–Adult Inquiry & Confirmation Preparation:
Adults interested in knowing more about Jesus of Nazareth or interested in Catholicism or adults desiring to celebrate their first Communion and/or Confirmation, and students eighth grade and above who have not celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation, are invited to attend classes on Saturdays (with one exception: the second Saturday of the month) at 5:00–6:15 p.m. in the St. Francis Solanus Annex. November 18th is the next session. The topic: The Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist.

Cemeteries Collection this Weekend:
This past July our parish initiated a monthly collection for the financial support of our two parish cemeteries. In the past there has always been an annual Cemetery Fund Collection on the first Sunday of November. In keeping with the annual and monthly collection there will be a second collection this weekend for the cemeteries. As in the past please be as generous as your ability allows. Thank you.

Thank you to Holy Cross Cemetery Volunteers:
Thank you to Gerry Frank, Tom Grasek, Susan Guydosh, Ben Hamula, Kevin Oefelein, Dick Pell, Duane Porterfield, and David Wood. This summer, this crew of volunteers gave generously of their time to trim, mow, and maintain Holy Cross Cemetery. Their work greatly defrayed maintenance expenses and was a great help to the parish.

Sweet Sunday at St. James the Apostle:
This Sunday, and the first Sunday of every month, parishioners are invited to a social time following the 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.

Trivia Night this Wednesday:
Our parish is holding a Trivia Night this Wednesday, November 8^th, from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg. Teams will be competing for the title of smartest parishioners in the parish. Do you know what time Midnight Mass is? In what city is the Cleveland Clinic? Refreshments will be provided.

Parish Council Meeting:
There is a Parish Council meeting this Thursday, November 9, at 7:00 p.m. at the Parish Center, St. Francis Solanus, Interlaken.

Volunteer for Trumansburg Food Pantry:
Mondays, November 6 & 20 and December 4 & 18, are our parish’s dates to provide volunteers for the Trumansburg Food Pantry. Sign-up sheets and descriptions of each task are provided in the foyers.

Empty Bowls – Event:
Empty Bowls fundraiser for the Trumansburg Food Pantry is this Sunday, November 5 from 1:00–4:00 p.m. at Atlas Bowl. The event includes: a handcrafted bowl, soups, bread, cookies, 5 raffle tickets, and free bowling. Tickets are $40 (children 12 and under eat free).

Food Donations Needed

James the Apostle Church: every second Sunday of the month non-perishable, food and hygienic items can be placed on the table in front of the Blessed Mother statue.
Holy Cross and St. Francis Solanus: food and hygienic items can be placed in the foyers at any time.

Monetary donations by check are also accepted (Mary, Mother of Mercy with food pantry in the memo line).

Seneca County Senior Center Events:

Movement & Music: November 14, 21, & 28, 1:15 p.m.
Tea and Talking: November 9, 16, & 30; 1:00 p.m.

These events will take place at Verona Village in Ovid and are open to Seneca County residents 60 and older.

2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA):
The CMA is happening. The Appeal serves people in need; provides diocesan wide services to parishes and institutions; supports seminarians, Deacons, and Pastoral Leaders; educates the young in the Catholic faith; and funds the operation of diocesan office/ministries, etc. Our parish given goal is $31,000. As of October 24th, forty-nine parish households have pledged $12,450 which is 40.16% of our goal. Please participate in the Appeal. Participation is primary, what is pledged is secondary.

National Vocation Awareness Week:
National Vocation Awareness Week is this week, November 5-11. Please ask Our Lord for more dedicated, holy priests, deacons, and consecrated men and women. May they be inspired by Jesus Christ, supported by our faith community, and respond generously to God’s gift of vocation.

Notre Dame Retreat House, Canandaigua:
Upcoming opportunities to renew your spirit:

“Spirituality of Aging” Day Retreat: November 7 with Fr. John Rose
“Keep Hope Alive” Retreat Weekends: Nov. 17-19 (Couple’s), Dec. 8–10 (Men’s)

For more details please visit our website at notredameretreat.org.

Eucharistic Miracles:
The Knights of Columbus (Ithaca Council 277) is sponsoring a photographic display of Blessed Carlo Acutis’ exhibition of Eucharistic Miracles at Immaculate Conception Church, Ithaca from 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on November 11–12. Blessed Carlo Acutis created the art for the Eucharistic Miracles panels before his death from leukemia at age 15.

Donating to Your Parish:
Online giving by WeShare is safe, simple and convenient. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3:

Visit the parish website’s giving page: marymotherofmercy.com/giving
Follow the directions under the “Donate Online” section.
Set up your donation or payment.

That’s it! Your account will be created and you can put away your checkbook. If you experience any problem, please e-mail Eileen at [email protected].

Programs at St. James the Apostle:
Sister Anne Alderman, SSJ facilitates three programs in the Pine Room at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.

Prayer for Healing and Harmony meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 7:00 p.m. and every Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. This time of silent prayer provides an opportunity for personal reflection and healing. The session closes with a time to share any reflections that came to you.
The Taizé Prayer is facilitated on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. Taizé Prayer was developed by an ecumenical community of monks in Taizé, France. It consists of readings and prayers interspersed with quiet, repetitive songs—a good way to quiet your soul and psyche after a busy day.
Every Wednesday at 3:15 p.m., all are invited to participate in a book study. The current book is Wisdom Distilled from the Daily by Joan Chittiston.

Questions? Contact Sister Anne at 607-209-4206 or [email protected]

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Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ October 29, 2023

Posted on October 28, 2023 by Kathleen Rourke

National Eucharistic Revival: June 19, 2022–Pentecost 2025

Parish Eucharistic Revival: June 11, 2023–June 2024

First Reading:
“You shall not wrong any widow or orphan. If ever you wrong them and they cry out to me, I will surely hear their cry. My wrath will flare up, and I will kill you with the sword; then your own wives will be widows, and your children orphans.” (Ex. 22:21-23)

Psalm:
I love you, Lord, my strength. (Ps. 18)

Second Reading:
For they themselves openly declare about us what sort of reception we had among you, and how you turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God and to await his Son from heaven. (1 Thes. 1:9-10)

Gospel:
“You shall love the Lord, your God, with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.” (Mt. 22:37)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
God became human to show us that only love can change the world. Let’s not just believe in that love—let’s be that love, each and every day.
@LPi

Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:

@LPi

Events:

Food Pantries:
- Ovid Federated Church: Mondays, 10:00 a.m.
- Food Truck: First Tuesday of the month (November 6), 4:00–6:00 p.m., South Seneca High School
- Interlaken Reformed church: Fridays, 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Trumansburg Food Pantry: Every other Monday (October 23) 3:30–6:30 p.m., Methodist church
- Lodi’s Community Pantry, Saturdays, 12:30–2:00 p.m., Lodi Rod & Gun Club, 9382 Lodi Center Rd
Family Hope Center: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Holy Cross
Fr. Bernard is available: Fridays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., no appointment necessary,St. Francis Solanus
2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA): Pledges are being accepted. Parish goal is $31,000.
Adult Inquiry & Confirmation Preparation classes: Saturdays, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Prayer for Healing and Harmony: St. James
- Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m.
- October 26, November 9 & 30; 7:00 p.m.
Book Study: Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m., St. James
Taizé Prayer: November 2 & 16, 7:30 p.m., St. James
World Mission Sunday Collection: October 21/22
Encounter Night–Eucharistic Holy Hour: November 2, 6:30–7:30 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Sweet Sunday: November 5, 10:00 a.m., St. James
Trivia Night: November 8, 6:30 p.m., St. James
Family Faith Formation: November 11, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus

COLLIS Center Event:
“Sounding the Saints in Books of Hours” with Michael Alan Anderson will take place this Monday, October 30, beginning at 5:15 p.m. in A.D. White House or on Zoom. This lecture will include live music! For more information visit collisinstitute.org/publicevents.

Notre Dame Retreat House, Canandaigua:
Upcoming opportunities to renew your spirit:

“Keep Hope Alive” Retreat Weekends: November 3-5 (Women’s), Nov. 17-19 (Couple’s), Dec. 8–10 (Men’s)
“Spirituality of Aging” Day Retreat: November 7 with Fr. John Rose

For more details please visit our website at notredameretreat.org.

Funeral:
William Murawski died on October 15, 2023 at the age of 85. A Funeral Mass was celebrated on October 19, 2023, at St. James the Apostle Church.

All Saints’ Day:
November 1st, Wednesday, is a holy day of obligation. It is the day the Church throughout the world rejoices in all the people, blest in the eyes of the Lord, who stand in God’s holy place and sing of the love the Father has bestowed upon them through the blood of the Lamb.

There will be two Masses:

9:00 a.m. at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg, and
6:00 p.m. at Holy Cross, Ovid.

All Soul’s Day is November 2nd:
It is the day the Church commemorates all the faithful departed. It is the custom that the names of one’s beloved deceased be submitted to be remembered and prayed for on that day and throughout the month of November. Envelopes are available in the churches to record the names of those to be remembered and prayed for. The envelopes will remain on the altar for the month of November. On that day, at the 8:30 a.m. Mass, the names of all those whose burial took place through the ministry of the Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy during the past year will be announced, and a candle will be lit in remembrance of them.

Cemeteries Collection:
This past July our parish initiated a monthly collection for the financial support of our two parish cemeteries. In the past there has always been an annual Cemetery Fund Collection on the first Sunday of November. In keeping with the annual and monthly collection there will be a second collection next weekend for the cemeteries. As in the past please be as generous as your ability allows. Thank you.

Eucharistic Holy Hour – Encounter Night:
Spend time with Jesus in the Eucharist. Encounter nights create the opportunity for a personal encounter with Our Lord. They are monthly opportunities to experience a powerful form of worship as a parish. The next Encounter Night will be Thursday, November 2, 6:30–7:30 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus Church. For many in the parish it will mean making the sacrifice to travel. December’s Encounter Night will be at Holy Cross Church.

Saturday Classes–Adult Inquiry & Confirmation Preparation:
Adults interested in knowing more about Jesus of Nazareth or interested in Catholicism or adults desiring to celebrate their first Communion and/or Confirmation, and students eighth grade and above who have not celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation, are invited to attend classes on Saturdays (with one exception: the second Saturday of the month) at 5:00–6:15 p.m. in the St. Francis Solanus Annex. The session on November 4th is “Being sealed in the gift of the Holy Spirit” – the Sacrament of Confirmation.

Sweet Sunday:
Next Sunday, and the first Sunday of every month, parishioners are invited to a social time following the 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.

Trivia Night in November:
Our parish is holding a Trivia Night on November 8th from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg. Teams will be competing for the title of smartest parishioners in the parish. All are welcome.

Empty Bowls – Event:
Empty Bowls is a fundraiser for the Trumansburg Food Pantry sponsored by local businesses. It will be held on Sunday November 5 from 1:00–4:00 p.m. at Atlas Bowl. The event includes: local handcrafted bowl, eight varieties of soups, bread, cookies, 5 raffle tickets, and free bowling. Tickets are $40 (children 12 and under eat free). Purchase tickets at Salmon Pottery and Atlas Bowl.

Seneca County Senior Center Events:

Movement & Music: November 14, 21, & 28, 1:15 p.m.
Tea and Talking: November 2, 9, 16, & 30; 1:00 p.m.

These events will take place at Verona Village in Ovid and are open to Seneca County residents 60 and older.

Donating to Your Parish:
Online giving by WeShare is safe, simple and convenient. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3:

Visit the parish website’s giving page: marymotherofmercy.com/giving
Follow the directions under the “Donate Online” section.
Set up your donation or payment.

That’s it! Your account will be created and you can put away your checkbook. If you experience any problem, please e-mail Eileen at [email protected].

Programs at St. James the Apostle:
Sister Anne Alderman, SSJ facilitates three programs in the Pine Room at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.

Prayer for Healing and Harmony meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 7:00 p.m. and every Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. This time of silent prayer provides an opportunity for personal reflection and healing. The session closes with a time to share any reflections that came to you.
The Taizé Prayer is facilitated on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. Taizé Prayer was developed by an ecumenical community of monks in Taizé, France. It consists of readings and prayers interspersed with quiet, repetitive songs—a good way to quiet your soul and psyche after a busy day.
Every Wednesday at 3:15 p.m., all are invited to participate in a book study. The current book is Wisdom Distilled from the Daily by Joan Chittiston.

Questions? Contact Sister Anne at 607-209-4206 or [email protected]

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Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ October 22, 2023

Posted on October 21, 2023 by Kathleen Rourke

First Reading:
Thus says the LORD to his anointed, Cyrus, whose right hand I grasp, subduing nations before him. (Is. 45:1)

Psalm:
Give the Lord glory and honor. (Ps. 96)

Second Reading:
We give thanks to God always for all of you, remembering you in our prayers, unceasingly calling to mind your work of faith and labor of love. (1 Thes. 1:2-3)

Gospel:
“Then repay to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God.” (Mt. 22:21)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
God is greater than this world, and his truth is stronger than all its ideologies. Remember that no matter how we vote, who we agree with or what our background is, we belong to Him alone.
@LPi

Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:

@LPi

Events:

Food Pantries:
- Ovid Federated Church: Mondays, 10:00 a.m.
- Food Truck: First Tuesday of the month (November 6), 4:00–6:00 p.m., South Seneca High School
- Interlaken Reformed church: Fridays, 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Trumansburg Food Pantry: Every other Monday (October 23) 3:30–6:30 p.m., Methodist church
Family Hope Center: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Holy Cross
Fr. Bernard is available: Fridays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA): Pledges are being accepted. Parish goal is $31,000.
Adult Inquiry & Confirmation Preparation classes: Saturdays, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Prayer for Healing and Harmony: St. James the Apostle
- Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m.
- October 26; 7:00 p.m.
Book Study: Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m., St. James
Family Faith Formation: November 11, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Taizé Prayer: November 2 & 16, 7:30 p.m., St. James
World Mission Sunday Collection: October 21/22
Encounter Night: Eucharistic Holy Hour: November 2, 6:30–7:30 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Sweet Sunday: November 5, 10:00 a.m., St. James
Trivia Night: November 8, 6:30 p.m., St. James

Eucharistic Miracles:
The Knights of Columbus (Ithaca Council 277) is sponsoring a photographic display of Blessed Carlo Acutis’ exhibition of Eucharistic Miracles at Immaculate Conception Church, Ithaca from 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on October 21–22 and November 11–12. Blessed Carlo Acutis created the art for the Eucharistic Miracles panels before his death from leukemia at age 15. His goal during his short life was to help bring others closer to Jesus through awareness of the mystery of the Eucharist.

Eucharistic Holy Hour – Encounter Night:
Spend time with Jesus in the Eucharist. Encounter nights create the opportunity for a personal encounter with Our Lord. They are monthly opportunities to experience a powerful form of worship as a parish. The next Encounter Night will be Thursday, November 2, 6:30–7:30 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus Church. For many in the parish it will mean making the sacrifice to travel. December’s Encounter Night will be at Holy Cross Church.

Saturday Classes – Adult Inquiry & Confirmation Preparation:
Adults interested in knowing more about Jesus of Nazareth or interested in Catholicism or adults desiring to celebrate their first Communion and/ or Confirmation, and students eighth grade and above who have not celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation, are invited to attend classes on Saturdays (with one exception: the second Saturday of the month) at 5:00–6:15 p.m. in the St. Francis Solanus Annex. October 28th session: being sealed in the gift of the Holy Spirit – the Sacrament of Confirmation.

World Mission Sunday:
Embrace the Pope’s Missions with “Hearts on Fire, Feet on the Move” this World Mission Sunday! Today, Pope Francis echoes the universal call of our Baptism – to be Christ’s witnesses to the world. As we gather with global Catholics on this World Mission Sunday, our prayers and contributions to the Society for the Propagation of the Faith bolster the Pope’s missions, enabling:

Over 844,000 catechists to share the faith
258,540 Religious Sisters to tend to families and children
38,140 seminarians to journey towards the priesthood
Education for 26 million children
Medical assistance in 12,000 clinics
Comfort in 8,750 homes for the orphaned and elderly

By supporting this cause, we truly live out the call to be the spark that transforms lives. May your prayers and gifts create ripples of love and transformation. Thank you for your missionary zeal! Learn more at onefamilyinmission.org.

2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA):
Our Diocese of Rochester has launched the 2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA) to serve people in need; provide diocesan wide services to parishes and institutions; support seminarians, Deacons and Pastoral Leaders; educate the young in the Catholic faith; fund the operation of diocesan offices/ministries, etc. The CMA goal is $6,725,000. Our given parish goal is $31,000. As in the past, please participate in the Appeal. Participation is primary, what is pledged is secondary.

Empty Bowls – Cookies:
The Empty Bowls event requires 800 cookies. Parish bakers are invited to each supply four dozen cookies. Please notify the Trumansburg Food Pantry is you can help.

40 Days for Life:
Ithaca 40 Days for Life will be praying at Ithaca Planned Parenthood from September 27–November 5. For details contact Becky Fluger at [email protected] or 607–423–7015. Sign-up at 40daysforlife.com/ithaca.

Notre Dame Retreat House, Canandaigua:
Upcoming opportunities to renew your spirit:

“Keep Hope Alive” Retreat Weekends: November 3-5 (Women’s), Nov. 17-19 (Couple’s), Dec. 8–10 (Men’s)
“Spirituality of Aging” Day Retreat: November 7 with Fr. John Rose
“Boundless Compassion” 4 Day Retreat: Oct. 30–Nov. 2
“Advent, A Season of Darkness and Light” Day Retreat: December 5 with Sr. Karen Dietz, SSJ

For more details on presenters, themes, fees and how to register, please visit our website at notredameretreat.org.

Donating to Your Parish:
Online giving by WeShare is safe, simple and convenient. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3:

Visit the parish website’s giving page: marymotherofmercy.com/giving
Follow the directions under the “Donate Online” section.
Set up your donation or payment.

That’s it! Your account will be created and you can put away your checkbook. If you experience any problem, please e-mail Eileen at [email protected].

Programs at St. James the Apostle:
Sister Anne Alderman, SSJ facilitates three programs in the Pine Room at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.

Prayer for Healing and Harmony meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 7:00 p.m. and every Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. This time of silent prayer provides an opportunity for personal reflection and healing. The session closes with a time to share any reflections that came to you.
The Taizé Prayer is facilitated on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. Taizé Prayer was developed by an ecumenical community of monks in Taizé, France. It consists of readings and prayers interspersed with quiet, repetitive songs—a good way to quiet your soul and psyche after a busy day.
Every Wednesday at 3:15 p.m., all are invited to participate in a book study. The current book is Wisdom Distilled from the Daily by Joan Chittiston.

Questions? Contact Sister Anne at 607-209-4206 or [email protected]

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Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ October 15, 2023

Posted on October 14, 2023 by Kathleen Rourke

First Reading:
The Lord GOD will wipe away the tears from every face. (Is. 25:8)

Psalm:
I shall live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life. (Ps. 23)

Second Reading:
I have learned the secret of being well fed and of going hungry, of living in abundance and of being in need. I can do all things in him who strengthens me. (Phil. 4:12-13)

Gospel:
“Go out, therefore, into the main roads and invite to the feast whomever you find.” (Mt. 22:9)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
The goodness and mercy of God are gifts He wants to share with each one of us, but we have to be ready to receive them. Let’s be prepared for whatever the Lord will ask of us this week.
@LPi

Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:

Events:

Food Pantries:
- Ovid Federated Church: Mondays, 10:00 a.m.
- Food Truck: First Tuesday of the month (November 6), 4:00–6:00 p.m., South Seneca High School
- Interlaken Reformed church: Fridays, 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Trumansburg Food Pantry: Every other Monday (October 23) 3:30–6:30 p.m., Methodist church
Family Hope Center: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Holy Cross
Fr. Bernard is available: Fridays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA): Pledges are being accepted. Parish goal is $31,000.
Adult Inquiry & Confirmation Preparation classes: Saturdays, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Prayer for Healing and Harmony: St. James the Apostle
- Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m.
- October 26; 7:00 p.m.
Book Study: Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m., St. James
Taizé Prayer: October 19; 7:30 p.m.; St. James
World Mission Sunday Collection: October 21/22
Encounter Night: November 2, 6:30–7:30 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Sweet Sunday: November 5, 10:00 a.m., St. James
Trivia Night: November 8, 6:30 p.m., St. James

Eucharistic Revival Encounter Nights:
This past June, our nation’s Catholics have entered the second year of the National Eucharist Revival. June 2023 – June 2024 is the “Year of Parish Revival”. Parishes are invited to have monthly Eucharistic Holy Hours and they are being referred to as “Encounter Nights.” The nights provide opportunities to gather in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament, listen to Sacred Scripture, observe a sacred silence for reflection, encounter Jesus in a personal way, and conclude with Benediction. We believe Jesus hears our prayers and because of that our prayers are powerful.

Parishioners, please plan to attend these monthly “Encounter Nights.” They will be on the first Thursday of the month and rotate between our three parish churches. The next “Encounter Night” will be November 2^nd at St. Francis Solanus Church. Please make the travelling sacrifice to assure participation in these holy hours of adoration.

The Encounter Night held on October 5^th at St. James the Apostle was well attended (30+). For one hour they were in the presence of the One who loves them and offers to serve them.

Saturday Classes – Adult Inquiry & Confirmation Preparation:
Adults interested in knowing more about Jesus of Nazareth or interested in Catholicism or adults desiring to celebrate their first Communion and/or Confirmation, and students eighth grade and above who have not celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation, are invited to attend classes on Saturdays (with one exception: the second Saturday of the month) at 5:00–6:15 p.m. in the St. Francis Solanus Annex.

World Mission Sunday:
Next weekend, we will unite with the global Church in celebrating World Mission Sunday. This year, Pope Francis illuminates our path with the theme: “Hearts on fire, feet on the move.” As we prepare to observe this special day, we are reminded to ignite our hearts with Christ’s love and extend that warmth to the most vulnerable corners of our world. Your fervent prayers and upcoming generosity in the collection for the Society for the Propagation of the Faith will bolster the missionaries working in Africa, Asia, the Pacific Islands, and certain regions of Latin America and Europe. Let us come together to support them in their mission of love and service. Learn more at onefamilyinmission.org.

Parish Eucharistic Revival – June 2023–June 2024:
Every parish throughout the United States is inviting parishioners to:

Reinvigorate Worship by being faithful to the rubrics prescribed for the celebration of the Eucharistic Liturgy (Mass);
Provide monthly holy hour Encounter Nights to help parishioners personally encounter Jesus in the Eucharist;
Create a Faith Formation opportunity through a small group seven session study guide titled “Jesus and the Eucharist”; and
Launch an “Invite One Back” initiative, that is, reaching out to one who has abandoned the gift of Jesus himself, the Eucharist.

With the help of Patrick Miller, our Eucharistic Revival Parish Point Person, and the Parish Council, especially the Worship and Word Committees, our parish will begin to schedule, in October, events proposed for the Parish Eucharistic Revival.

Link to: https://eucharisticrevival.dor.org/

Notre Dame Retreat House, Canandaigua:
Upcoming opportunities to renew your spirit:

“Keep Hope Alive” Retreat Weekends: Oct. 20-22, November 3-5 (Women’s), Nov. 17-19 (Couple’s), Dec. 8–10 (Men’s)
“Boundless Compassion” Week Retreat: Oct. 30–Nov. 2

For more information, visit: notredameretreathouse.org.

Eucharistic Miracles:
The Knights of Columbus (Ithaca Council 277) is sponsoring a photographic display of Blessed Carlo Acutis’ exhibition of Eucharistic Miracles at Immaculate Conception Church, Ithaca from 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on October 21–22 and November 11–12. Blessed Carlo Acutis created the art for the Eucharistic Miracles panels before his death from leukemia at age 15. His goal during his short life was to help bring others closer to Jesus through awareness of the mystery of the Eucharist.

Vocation Discernment Weekend:
The Capuchin Franciscans, Province of St. Mary are sponsoring a Come and See Discernment Weekend November 17–19 at San Lorenzo Friary, Jamaica Plain, MA. For further information please contact Fr. Erik Lenhart, OFM Cap. at [email protected] or 857–615–3893.

Consider Online Giving:
WeShare Online Giving is safe and secure, and there are benefits for both you and our parish.
Benefits to you:

Gifts may be made by bank account, credit card, debit card, or Google Pay.
Recurring donations allow you to support our parish if you are unable to attend Mass.
Convenient way to donate to Holy Days, second collec-tions, and parish cemeteries.
Benefits to our parish:
Reduced volume of collections counted by volunteers from our parish
Guaranteed stream of income helps Parish expense budgeting
Reduced data entry for our part-time parish staff.

Visit marymotherofmercy.com/giving to sign up.

Donating to Your Parish:
Online giving by WeShare is safe, simple and convenient. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3:

Visit the parish website’s giving page: marymotherofmercy.com/giving
Follow the directions under the “Donate Online” section.
Set up your donation or payment.

That’s it! Your account will be created and you can put away your checkbook. If you experience any problem, please e-mail Eileen at [email protected].

NYS Eucharistic Congress:
This event will be held October 20–22, 2023 at Our Lady of Martyrs Shrine, Auriesville, NY. We need a parishioner to plan and organize our participation in this Congress. One vision is to arrange a parish bus trip. If you, or know of anyone who can organize such an event, please notify the parish office. Thank you. For more information on the Eucharistic Congress go to nyseucharisticcongress.org.

Programs at St. James the Apostle:
Sister Anne Alderman, SSJ facilitates three programs in the Pine Room at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.

Prayer for Healing and Harmony meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 7:00 p.m. and every Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. This time of silent prayer provides an opportunity for personal reflection and healing. The session closes with a time to share any reflections that came to you.
The Taizé Prayer is facilitated on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. Taizé Prayer was developed by an ecumenical community of monks in Taizé, France. It consists of readings and prayers interspersed with quiet, repetitive songs—a good way to quiet your soul and psyche after a busy day.
Every Wednesday at 3:15 p.m., all are invited to participate in a book study. The current book is Wisdom Distilled from the Daily by Joan Chittiston.

Questions? Contact Sister Anne at 607-209-4206 or [email protected]

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Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ October 8, 2023

Posted on October 7, 2023 by Kathleen Rourke

First Reading:
What more was there to do for my vineyard that I had not done? Why, when I looked for the crop of grapes, did it bring forth wild grapes? (Is. 5:4)

Psalm:
The vineyard of the Lord is the house of Israel. (Is. 5:7a)

Second Reading:
Keep on doing what you have learned and received and heard and seen in me. Then the God of peace will be with you. (Phil. 4:9)

Gospel:
“What will the owner of the vineyard do to those tenants when he comes?”
They answered him, “He will put those wretched men to a wretched death and lease his vineyard to other tenants.” (Mt. 21:41)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
God’s kingdom is open to anyone who will produce its fruit. He offers it to every single one of us. We must be ready to bring forward the goodness of God into each and every day.
@LPi

Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:

©LPi

Events:

Food Pantries:
- Ovid Federated Church: Mondays, 10:00 a.m.
- Food Truck: First Tuesday of the month (November 6), 4:00–6:00 p.m., South Seneca High School
- Interlaken Reformed church: Fridays, 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Trumansburg Food Pantry: Every other Monday (October 9) 3:30–6:30 p.m., Methodist church
Family Hope Center: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Holy Cross
Fr. Bernard is available: Fridays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA): Pledges are being accepted. Parish goal is $31,000.
Adult Inquiry & Confirmation Preparation classes: Saturdays, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Prayer for Healing and Harmony: St. James the Apostle
- Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m.
- October 12 & 26; 7:00 p.m.
Book Study: Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m., St. James
Taizé Prayer: October 19; 7:30 p.m.; St. James
Parish Cemetery Collection: October 7/8
Family Faith Formation: October 14, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Encounter Night: November 2, 6:30-7:30 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Sweet Sunday: November 5, 10:00 a.m., St. James

Parish Cemeteries Second Collection:
This weekend there is a second collection to benefit the Mary, Mother of Mercy parish cemeteries. The cemeteries do not generate regular income and do not have a fully funded Permanent Maintenance Fund. Please give what you are able as this collection helps to defray costly maintenance expenses. Donations may also be made online using WeShare Online Giving. Thank you.

Parishioners, please plan to attend these monthly “Encounter Nights.” They will be on the first Thursday of the month and rotate between our three parish churches. Our first “Encounter Night” was Thursday, October 5th, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at St. James the Apostle Church, Trumansburg. The next “Encounter Night” will be November 2^nd at St. Francis Solanus Church and December 7th at Holy Cross. Please make the travelling sacrifice to assure participation in these holy hours of adoration.

Saturday Classes – Adult Inquiry & Confirmation Preparation:
Adults interested in knowing more about Jesus of Nazareth or interested in Catholicism or adults desiring to celebrate their first Communion and/or Confirmation, and students eighth grade and above who have not celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation, are invited to attend classes on Saturdays (with one exception: the second Saturday of the month) at 5:00–6:15 p.m. in the St. Francis Solanus Annex.

Parish Eucharistic Revival – June 2023–June 2024:
Every parish throughout the United States is inviting parishioners to:

Reinvigorate Worship by being faithful to the rubrics prescribed for the celebration of the Eucharistic Liturgy (Mass);
Provide monthly holy hour Encounter Nights to help parishioners personally encounter Jesus in the Eucharist;
Create a Faith Formation opportunity through a small group seven session study guide titled “Jesus and the Eucharist”; and
Launch an “Invite One Back” initiative, that is, reaching out to one who has abandoned the gift of Jesus himself, the Eucharist.

2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA):
Hopefully, you have received the Catholic Ministries Appeal mailing and have had a chance to review the materials. The theme for this year’s campaign is Go Forth With Christ. The CMA allows us to extend Christ’s presence to others. It supports each of us in our faith life and enables us to live out our purpose as Catholics. Through gifts to the CMA, we support the larger Church so that it may meet real needs throughout the Diocese. Your gift to the CMA enables the Church to be responsive and caring in fulfilling its mission. Please be as generous as your means allow in your response. Every gift is needed and important. Please pray for the success of our efforts. Thank you. Our given parish goal is $31,000. Please participate in the Appeal. Participation is primary, what is pledged is secondary.

CROP Hunger Walk:
The CROP (Communities Responding to Overcome Poverty) Walk is this Sunday, October 8 at 2:00 p.m. at the Trumansburg Methodist Church. Sign-in begins at 1:45 p.m. 25% of funds raised go to our local Food Pantry. To register, see our CROP Walk coordinator, Camille Taranto, or visit events.crophungerwalk.org/2023/team/st-james-church.

Notre Dame Retreat House, Canandaigua:

October 12: “My Life with God, an Ignatian Day of Prayer” presented by Fr. Daniel Ruiz. There is a $35.00 fee.
October 20–22: a Women’s Retreat, “Keep Hope Alive” presented by Fr. Dennis Billy, C.SS.R.; Fr. Danial Ruiz; Sr. Donna DelSanto, SSJ; Nancy Lynch; and Jodie Scordo.

To register: phone 585-394-5700 or email nlynch @notredameretreat.org. For more information, visit: notredameretreathouse.org.

Eucharistic Miracles:
The Knights of Columbus (Ithaca Council 277) is sponsoring a photographic display of Blessed Carlo Acutis’ exhibition of Eucharistic Miracles at Immaculate Conception Church, Ithaca from 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on October 21–22 and November 11–12. Blessed Carlo Acutis created the art for the Eucharistic Miracles panels before his death from leukemia at age 15. His goal during his short life was to help bring others closer to Jesus through awareness of the mystery of the Eucharist.

Consider Online Giving:
WeShare Online Giving is safe and secure, and there are benefits for both you and our parish.
Benefits to you:

Gifts may be made by bank account, credit card, debit card, or Google Pay.
Recurring donations allow you to support our parish if you are unable to attend Mass.
Convenient way to donate to Holy Days, second collec-tions, and parish cemeteries.
Benefits to our parish:
Reduced volume of collections counted by volunteers from our parish
Guaranteed stream of income helps Parish expense budgeting
Reduced data entry for our part-time parish staff.

Visit marymotherofmercy.com/giving to sign up.

Donating to Your Parish:
Online giving by WeShare is safe, simple and convenient. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3:

Visit the parish website’s giving page: marymotherofmercy.com/giving
Follow the directions under the “Donate Online” section.
Set up your donation or payment.

That’s it! Your account will be created and you can put away your checkbook. If you experience any problem, please e-mail Eileen at [email protected].

Volunteers Needed for Coat Distribution:
The Seneca County Community Christmas Project (SCCCP) Coat Distribution is October 14 from 8:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. at the Ovid VFW. Volunteers are needed for set-up/clean-up and to help children choose coats. Families can fill out applications for the SCCCP December gift distribution at this time. If you are interested in helping, please contact Gerry Frank at [email protected].

Programs at St. James the Apostle:
Sister Anne Alderman, SSJ facilitates three programs in the Pine Room at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.

Prayer for Healing and Harmony meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 7:00 p.m. and every Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. This time of silent prayer provides an opportunity for personal reflection and healing. The session closes with a time to share any reflections that came to you.
The Taizé Prayer is facilitated on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. Taizé Prayer was developed by an ecumenical community of monks in Taizé, France. It consists of readings and prayers interspersed with quiet, repetitive songs—a good way to quiet your soul and psyche after a busy day.
Every Wednesday at 3:15 p.m., all are invited to participate in a book study. The current book is Wisdom Distilled from the Daily by Joan Chittiston.

Questions? Contact Sister Anne at 607-209-4206 or [email protected]

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Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ October 1, 2023

Posted on September 30, 2023 by Kathleen Rourke

First Reading:
But if he turns from the wickedness he has committed, he does what is right and just, he shall preserve his life. (Ez .18:27)

Psalm:
Remember your mercies, O Lord. (Ps .25)

Second Reading:
Have in you the same attitude that is also in Christ Jesus. (Phil .2:5)

Gospel:
Jesus said to them, “Amen, I say to you, tax collectors and prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God before you.” (Mt. 21:31)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
God invites each of us to work in His vineyard, but it’s our choice whether we “clock in” or stay home. Let’s never fail to show up. It’s the most important job we will ever have.
@LPi

Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:

@LPi

Events:

Food Pantries:
- Ovid Federated Church: Mondays, 10:00 a.m.
- Food Truck: First Tuesday of the month (October 3), 4:00–6:00 p.m., South Seneca High School
- Interlaken Reformed church: Fridays, 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Trumansburg Food Pantry: Every other Monday (October 9) 3:30–6:30 p.m., Methodist church
Family Hope Center: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Holy Cross
Fr. Bernard is available: Fridays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA): Pledges are being accepted. Parish goal is $31,000.
Prayer for Healing and Harmony: St. James the Apostle
- Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m.
- October 12 & 26; 7:00 p.m.
Book Study: Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m., St. James
Taizé Prayer: October 5 & 19; 7:30 p.m.; St. James
Sweet Sunday: October 1, 10:00 a.m., St. James
Blessing of Animals: October 4, 6:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Game Night: October 4, 6:30 p.m., Holy Cross
Family Faith Formation: October 14, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Parish Cemetery Collection: October 7/8

Eucharistic Miracles:
The Knights of Columbus (Ithaca Council 277) is sponsoring a photographic display of Blessed Carlo Acutis’ exhibition of Eucharistic Miracles at Immaculate Conception Church, Ithaca from 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on October 21–22 and November 11–12. Blessed Carlo Acutis created the art for the Eucharistic Miracles panels before his death from leukemia at age 15. His goal during his short life was to help bring others closer to Jesus through awareness of the mystery of the Eucharist.

Sweet Sunday:
This Sunday, and the first Sunday of every month, parishioners are invited to a social time after the 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.

Parish Game Night:
Join us for an evening of games on October 4 from 6:30–8:30 p.m. This month’s Game Night is hosted by Holy Cross Church, Ovid. Invite a friend and bring a snack if you wish.

Blessing of Animals:
The Blessing of Animals will take place Wednesday, October 4, at 6:00 p.m. at the parish center, St. Francis Solanus, Interlaken. It is the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi who had a love for all God’s creation. It is traditional to bless animals on his feast day.

Parish Eucharistic Revival – June 2023–June 2024:
Every parish throughout the United States is inviting parishioners to: Reinvigorate Worship by parishes diligently being faithful to the norms prescribed for the celebration of the Eucharistic Liturgy (Mass); provide monthly holy hour Encounter Nights to help parishioners personally encounter Jesus in the Eucharist; create a Faith Formation opportunity through a small group seven session study guide titled “Jesus and the Eucharist”; and to launch an “Invite One Back” initiative, that is, reaching out to one who has abandoned the gift of Jesus himself, the Eucharist.

With the help of Patrick Miller, who is our Eucharistic Revival Point Person and the Parish Council, especially the Worship and Word Committees, our parish will begin to schedule, in October, events proposed for the Parish Eucharistic Revival.

Parish Cemeteries Second Collection:
Next weekend there is a second collection to benefit the Mary, Mother of Mercy parish cemeteries. The cemeteries do not generate regular income and do not have a fully funded Permanent Maintenance Fund. Please give what you are able as this collection helps to defray costly maintenance expenses. Donations may also be made online using WeShare Online Giving. Thank you.

2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal:
Our Diocese of Rochester has launched the 2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA) to serve people in need; provide diocesan wide services to parishes and institutions; support seminarians, Deacons and Pastoral Leaders; educate the young in the Catholic faith, fund the operation of diocesan offices/ministries, etc. The CMA goal is $6,725,000. Our given parish goal is $31,000. As in the past, please participate in the Appeal. Participation is primary, what is pledged is secondary.

CROP Hunger Walk:
The CROP (Communities Responding to Overcome Poverty) Walk is October 8 at 2:00 p.m. at the Trumansburg Methodist Church. Sign-in begins at 1:45 p.m. 25% of funds raised go to our local Food Pantry. To register, see our CROP Walk coordinator, Camille Taranto, or visit https://events.crophungerwalk.org/2023/team/st-james-church.

Food Donations Needed
St. James the Apostle Church: every second Sunday of the month non-perishable food and hygienic items can be placed on the table in front of the Blessed Mother statue.

Holy Cross and St. Francis Solanus: food and hygienic items can be placed at the foyers at any time. Monetary donations by check are accepted (Mary, Mother of Mercy with food pantry in the memo line).

Vocation Discernment Weekend:
The Capuchin Franciscans, Province of St. Mary are sponsoring a Come and See Discernment Weekend November 17–19 at San Lorenzo Friary, Jamaica Plain, MA. For further information please contact Fr. Erik Lenhart, OFM Cap. at [email protected] or 857–615–3893.

Notre Dame Retreat House, Canandaigua:

October 12: “My Life with God, an Ignatian Day of Prayer” presented by Fr. Daniel Ruiz. There is a $35.00 fee.

October 20–22: a Women’s Retreat, “Keep Hope Alive” presented by Fr. Dennis Billy, C.SS.R.; Fr. Danial Ruiz; Sr. Donna DelSanto, SSJ; Nancy Lynch; and Jodie Scordo.

To register: phone 585-394-5700 or email nlynch @notredameretreat.org. For more information, visit: notredameretreathouse.org.

American Red Cross:
A blood drive will be held October 7, from 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. at the Trumansburg American Legion. To schedule an appointment to donate, phone 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org.

Consider Online Giving:
WeShare Online Giving is safe and secure, and there are benefits for both you and our parish.

Benefits to you:

Gifts may be made by bank account, credit card, debit card, or Google Pay.
Recurring donations allow you to support our parish if you are unable to attend Mass.
Convenient way to donate to Holy Days, second collec-tions, and parish cemeteries.
Benefits to our parish:
Reduced volume of collections counted by volunteers from our parish
Guaranteed stream of income helps Parish expense budgeting
Reduced data entry for our part-time parish staff.

Visit marymotherofmercy.com/giving to sign up.

Donating to Your Parish:
Online giving by WeShare is safe, simple and convenient. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3:

Visit the parish website’s giving page: marymotherofmercy.com/giving
Follow the directions under the “Donate Online” section.
Set up your donation or payment.

That’s it! Your account will be created and you can put away your checkbook. If you experience any problem, please e-mail Eileen at [email protected].

Programs at St. James the Apostle:
Sister Anne Alderman, SSJ facilitates three programs in the Pine Room at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.

Prayer for Healing and Harmony meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 7:00 p.m. and every Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. This time of silent prayer provides an opportunity for personal reflection and healing. The session closes with a time to share any reflections that came to you.
The Taizé Prayer is facilitated on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. Taizé Prayer was developed by an ecumenical community of monks in Taizé, France. It consists of readings and prayers interspersed with quiet, repetitive songs—a good way to quiet your soul and psyche after a busy day.
Every Wednesday at 3:15 p.m., all are invited to participate in a book study. The current book is Wisdom Distilled from the Daily by Joan Chittiston.

Questions? Contact Sister Anne at 607-209-4206 or [email protected]

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Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ September 24, 2023

Posted on September 22, 2023 by Kathleen Rourke

First Reading:
For my thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways my ways, says the Lord. (Is. 55:8)

Psalm:
The Lord is near to all who call upon him. (Ps. 145)

Second Reading:
Christ will be magnified in my body, whether by life or by death. For to me life is Christ, and death is gain. (Phil. 1:20-21)

Gospel:
“What if I wish to give this last one the same as you? Or am I not free to do as I wish with my own money? Are you envious because I am generous?” (Mt. 20:14-15)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
Let us never make the grave mistake of assuming we earn our salvation in the same way we earn a wage. It is a gift lavished upon us by a God who does not count the hours of our labor or measure the amount of our output.
@LPiFr.

Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:

@LPi

Events:

Food Pantries:
- Ovid Federated Church: Mondays, 10:00 a.m.
- Food Truck: First Tuesday of the month (October 3), 4:00–6:00 p.m., South Seneca High School
- Interlaken Reformed church: Fridays, 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Trumansburg Food Pantry: Every other Monday (September 25) 3:30–6:30 p.m., Methodist church
Family Hope Center: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Holy Cross
Fr. Bernard is available: Fridays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Prayer for Healing and Harmony: St. James the Apostle
- Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m.
- September 28, October 12 & 26; 7:00 p.m.
Book Study: Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m., St. James
Taizé Prayer: September 21, October 5 & 19; 7:30 p.m.; St. James
Sweet Sunday: October 1, 10:00 a.m., St. James
Blessing of Animals: October 4, 6:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
Game Night: October 4, 6:30 p.m., Holy Cross
Family Faith Formation: October 14, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus

Sweet Sunday:
Next Sunday, and the first Sunday of every month, parishioners are invited to a social time after the 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.

Lector Workbooks:
New Workbooks for lectors, Year B, are in the sacristy. Individual copies have the lectors’ name. Please pick up your copy at your convenience.

Respect Life Sunday / Respect Life Month:
October 1 is Respect Life Sunday. Bishop Salvatore R. Matano will be celebrant and homilist of a Respect Life Mass at 11:15 a.m. at Sacred Heart Cathedral, Rochester. Bishop Matano requests that each parish be represented at the Mass with at least two delegates. The names of the delegates are to be submitted before September 28. Parishioners interested in representing our parish please notify the Parish Office.
October is Respect Life Month with the theme: Radical Solidarity meaning to be courageously pro-woman, promoting a choice that truly protects, accompanies, and supports women and their children.

CROP Hunger Walk:
The CROP Hunger walk will take place on Sunday, October 8 at 2:00 p.m. at the Trumansburg Methodist Church. Sign-in begins at 1:45 p.m. Trumansburg Area Churches (TAC) have sponsored the TBurg area Food Pantry and CROP (Communities Responding to Overcome Poverty) Hunger Walk for 35 years! 25% of funds raised in our CROP Walk go to our local Food Pantry. Last year TAC raised $9472. To register, see your CROP Walk coordinator, or visit events.crophungerwalk.org/2023/team/st-james-church.

Notre Dame Retreat House, Canandaigua:

October 12: “My Life with God, an Ignatian Day of Prayer” presented by Fr. Daniel Ruiz. There is a $35.00 fee.
October 20–22: a Women’s Retreat, “Keep Hope Alive” presented by Fr. Dennis Billy, C.SS.R.; Fr. Danial Ruiz; Sr. Donna DelSanto, SSJ; Nancy Lynch; and Jodie Scordo.

To register: phone 585-394-5700 or email nlynch @notredameretreat.org.

40 Days for Life:
The Ithaca 40 Days for Life will be praying at Ithaca Planned Parenthood on 620 West Seneca Street, Ithaca from September 27–November 5. For more information contact Becky Fluger at [email protected] or 607–423–7015. Sign-up at 40daysforlife.com/ithaca.

Eucharistic Miracles:
The Knights of Columbus (Ithaca Council 277) is sponsoring a photographic display of Blessed Carlo Acutis’ exhibition of Eucharistic Miracles. This will take place at the Immaculate Conception Church, Ithaca from 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on October 21–22 and November 11–12. Blessed Carlo Acutis created the art for the Eucharistic Miracles panels before his death from leukemia at age 15. His goal during his short life was to help bring others closer to Jesus through awareness of the mystery of the Eucharist.

Programs at St. James the Apostle:
Sister Anne Alderman, SSJ facilitates three programs in the Pine Room at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.

Prayer for Healing and Harmony meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 7:00 p.m. and every Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. This time of silent prayer provides an opportunity for personal reflection and healing. The session closes with a time to share any reflections that came to you.
The Taizé Prayer is facilitated on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. Taizé Prayer was developed by an ecumenical community of monks in Taizé, France. It consists of readings and prayers interspersed with quiet, repetitive songs—a good way to quiet your soul and psyche after a busy day.
Every Wednesday at 3:15 p.m., all are invited to participate in a book study. The current book is Wisdom Distilled from the Daily by Joan Chittiston.

Questions? Contact Sister Anne at 607-209-4206 or [email protected]

Consider Online Giving:
WeShare Online Giving is safe and secure, and there are benefits for both you and our parish.

Benefits to you:

Gifts may be made by bank account, credit card, debit card, or Google Pay.
Recurring donations allow you to support our parish if you are unable to attend Mass.
Convenient way to donate to Holy Days, second collec-tions, and parish cemeteries.
Benefits to our parish:
Reduced volume of collections counted by volunteers from our parish
Guaranteed stream of income helps Parish expense budgeting
Reduced data entry for our part-time parish staff.

Visit marymotherofmercy.com/giving to sign up.

Donating to Your Parish:
Online giving by WeShare is safe, simple and convenient. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3:

Visit the parish website’s giving page: marymotherofmercy.com/giving
Follow the directions under the “Donate Online” section.
Set up your donation or payment.

That’s it! Your account will be created and you can put away your checkbook. If you experience any problem, please e-mail Eileen at [email protected].

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National Eucharistic Revival: June 19, 2022–Pentecost 2025 Parish Eucharistic Revival: June 11, 2023–June 2024

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