Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ October 15, 2017

Year of the Eucharist June 18, 2017–June 3, 2018

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First Reading:
He will destroy death forever. The Lord GOD will wipe away the tears from every face; the reproach of his people he will remove from the whole earth; for the LORD has spoken. (Is. 25:8)

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

Second Reading:
I can do all things in him who strengthens me. (Phil. 4:13)

Gospel:
“The kingdom of heaven may be likened to a king who gave a wedding feast for his son?” Tell those invited: ‘Behold, I have prepared my banquet, my calves and fattened cattle are killed, and everything is ready; come to the feast.’” (Mt. 22:2, 4bc)

Live the Liturgy – Inspiration for the Week:
Pope Francis constantly reminds us of the wideness of God’s mercy and its unconditional character. God is always patiently loving his children and opening the doors to his heart. We must, however, freely choose to accept God’s invitation and join in the feast of his love. We desire many things and we have restless hearts. We often attempt to quench our desire with things that are short-lived and shallow. All of us long to be satisfied and at peace. How do we announce to the world, in ways that are convincing and without judgment, that it is really God whom we seek?

Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:
“Therefore be merciful, even as your Father is also merciful.” ~ Luke 6:36


Upcoming Events:

  • AA Meetings: St. Francis Church, on Tuesday at 8:00 p.m.
  • Food Pantries: Ovid Federated Church on Mondays, 10:00 a.m. The food truck is available to everyone every other Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. PM (October 17 and October 31). The food pantry is at the Interlaken Reformed Church on Fridays, 3:00–6:00 p.m. The Trumansburg food pantry is at the Methodist Church every other Monday 1:00–2:00 p.m. and 5:30–6:00 p.m. (October 23 and November 6).
  • Rehearsals for the St. James Guitar Choir: Sundays at 10:00 a.m. in the choir loft.
  • Holy Hours on Fridays: from 7:00–8:00 p.m. at the parish center
  • The “Walk for Food”: on Sunday, October 15, at Sampson State Park.
  • The parish choir rehearsal: Tuesday, October 17, from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus Church in Interlaken
  • Retreat: “We are Called to be Prophets—The Role of Prophesy in the Life of a Christian” presented by Fr. Frank Jones, C.Ss.R., on Tuesday, October 17, at Notre Dame Retreat House, Canandaigua
  • Muslim-Quaker-Catholic Dialogue: Thursday, October 19, 7:00 p.m., Immaculate Conception Church, Ithaca.
  • Annual Peace Prayer Service: Sunday, October 22, 5:00 p.m., St. Anthony Church, Groton.
  • War and the Environment: Wednesday, October 25, 7:00 p.m., St. Catherine of Siena Church, Ithaca
  • Parish Ministry Fair on November 4 and 5: Stop by after Mass and enjoy some food as you speak to members of the various ministries that enrich our parish.
  • Notre Dame High School Open House: for grades 7–12, on Sunday, November 5, from 1:00–3:00 p.m.
  • Solanus Casey, OFM Cap., Beatification: November 18 in Detroit, MI.

Holy Hour on Fridays:
In keeping with the Diocesan “Year of the Eucharist” commemorating the Diocese of Rochester’s Sesquicentennial Celebration, Holy Hours will occur on Fridays from 7:00–8:00 p.m. with exposition and benediction of the Most Holy Eucharist, at the Parish Center (St. Francis Solanus Church, Interlaken). All are welcome to participate whenever possible. The Holy Hours’ theme and focus will vary throughout the months. The Holy Hours during the month of October will focus on respect life.

Walk for Food:
The “Walk for Food” is a Seneca County food pantry fundraiser that will take place on Sunday, October 15, at Sampson State Park. Registration will begin at 1:30 p.m. at the concession stand. All funds raised will go directly to the local food pantry. Registration forms are available at both Holy Cross and St. Francis churches.

Parish Ministry Fair:
“We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us.” (Romans 12: 6). By our baptism we are called to share in the ministry of the church, using the gifts and talents God has provided. We invite you to think about your talents. How can you contribute to your church? The Worship Committee will be having a ministry fair at each of our churches on November 4 and 5. Stop by after Mass and enjoy some food as you speak to members of the various ministries that enrich our parish. You will have an opportunity to ask questions before signing up for the ministry that best fits your gifts and interests.

Sacrament of Reconciliation—Confessions:
The new times for the celebration of the Sacrament of Reconciliation are: Fridays 6:30–7:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus Church, Interlaken, and Saturdays 4:00–4:30 p.m. at St. James the Apostle Church, Trumansburg. Outside of those times, the sacrament can always be celebrated by making an appointment with one of the priests.

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“As early as the second century we have the witness of St. Justin Martyr who outlines the order of the Eucharistic celebration. Recorded in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, St. Justin Martyr explains to the pagan emperor Antoninus Pius around the year 155 A.D. what Christians did ‘on the day we call the day of the sun.’ (Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 1345). Here one finds outlined the essential elements of the Mass that we still celebrate in our own time.” The above is taken from Bishop Salvatore R. Matano’s pastoral letter announcing a “Year of the Eucharist” in celebration of the 150 (Sesquicentennial) anniversary of the diocese. The full pastoral letter is available on the diocesan website.

2017–2018 Catholic Ministries Appeal:
Hopefully everyone has received the Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA) mailing by this time and has had a chance to review the materials. Extra copies of the brochure are available in church. The theme for this year’s campaign is “Glorifying the Lord by Our Lives.” The CMA affords each of us an opportunity to support the larger Church so that it can meet real needs throughout the diocese. Your support enables the Church to be responsive and caring. Please be generous in your response. Every gift is needed and important! If it is easier, you can make your gift at www.dor.org. You can also pay your pledge off in six installments. Pledge forms, which can be put in the collection or mailed directly to the diocese, are available in the back of the church. Please pray for the success of our efforts. The Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy has been given the goal of $30, 549. This is $694 higher than last year’s goal.

Mark Your Calendars: Peace Week 2017:

  • Muslim-Quaker-Catholic Dialogue: Thursday, October 19, 7:00 p.m., at Immaculate Conception Church in Ithaca. There will be a presentation and discussion with members of the local Muslim and Quaker communities on what our faiths teach about war, peace, and non-violence.
  • Annual Peace Prayer Service: Sunday, October 22, 5:00 p.m., at St. Anthony Church in Groton. Join us for our ninth annual Tompkins County Catholic Community’s prayer for peace, featuring music by the inter-parish choir. At this beautiful evening service, we’ll reflect on our Christian calling to be peacemakers. A soup supper will follow.
  • War and The Environment: Wednesday, October 25, 7:00 p.m. at St. Catherine of Siena Church, in Ithaca. We need to make the connection between peace and care for God’s creation. Presentation by Prof. Charles Geisler, emeritus professor from Cornell’s Department of Development Sociology, on the ways military action destroys the environment.

Hurricane Maria and Mexico Earthquakes Funds:
In light of the devastation caused by Hurricane Maria and multiple earthquakes in Mexico, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Office of National Collections has set up funds for both disasters to receive any contributions individuals wish to make. Contributed funds will be used to support the reconstruction and pastoral needs of the Church as well as humanitarian and recovery assistance through Catholic Charities USA. (Hurricane Maria) and Catholic Relief Services. (Mexico Earthquake). Checks should be sent to: Hurricane Maria Fund, Office of National Collections, P. O. Box 96278, Washington DC 20090-6278 (or) Mexico Earthquake Fund, Office of National Collections, P. O. Box 96278 Washington DC 20090-6278, Kindly indicate in your communication or on your check that you are from the Diocese of Rochester, NY.

Parish Choir:
The parish choir will be rehearsing on Tuesday, October 17, from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus Church in Interlaken. The choir will be reviewing the proper parts of the Christmas Mass along with “Carol of the Bells,” “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Infant Holy, Infant Lowly,” “Silent Night,” and “Night of Silence.” Parishioners are welcome to attend the practices.

Retreat Day:
There will be a retreat on Tuesday, October 17, at Notre Dame Retreat House (5151 Foster Rd., Canandaigua, NY 14424). The subject will be “We are Called to be Prophets—The Role of Prophesy in the Life of a Christian” as presented by: Fr. Frank Jones, C.Ss.R. The day’s schedule is: 9:00 a.m. registration along with coffee and pastries; 9:30 a.m. the conference begins; lunch at noon; reconciliation and Mass; with the day ending at 3:00 p.m. Please call 585-394-5700 to register. A fee of $25.00 payable at registration.

Notre Dame High School Open House:
Notre Dame High School, grades 7–12, is holding an open house on Sunday, November 5, from 1:00–3:00 p.m. Students and their families are invited to tour the school, meet current students, and engage with the faculty and administration. Notre Dame is a college preparatory school. Notre Dame offers competitive athletic programming along with opportunities to participate in the performing, visual, and language arts. A busing option from the Ithaca area to Notre Dame is available. Notre Dame is located at 1400 Maple Avenue, Elmira, New York, and is currently accepting applications for new students for the 2018–19 academic year. For more information visit:  www.notredamehighschool.com or call 607-734-2267.

World Mission Sunday 2017:
This year’s theme for World Mission Sunday is “Mission at the Heart of the Christian Faith.” Next week, we will celebrate World Mission Sunday. Each year, the entire Church is invited to support the young mission dioceses in Africa, Asia, the Pacific Islands, and parts of Latin America and Europe, where priests, and religious and lay leaders serve some of the poorest of the poor. This year, we are invited to “Chat With The Pope” to learn more about his missions. Scan this year’s World Mission Sunday poster using Facebook Messenger for your mobile device, or learn more at ChatWithThePope.org. Please keep the missions in your prayers and be generous in next week’s collection for the Society for the Propagation of the Faith.

Dinner Dance:
The Parish Council’s Fellowship Committee is hoping to have a parish dinner dance in April. Please consider being part of the planning committee. If interested and able please phone the parish office (607-294-0064) and volunteer. The committee would love to have you.

Sisters of St. Joseph of Rochester:
The sisters have a prayer ministry and throughout 2017, Sister Dolores Bachman and Sister Anne Marie Burns will be praying for our parish and parishioners. Let us keep the sisters in our prayers as an expression of gratitude. Sisters of St. Joseph website: www.ssjrochester.org.

Pregnancy Care Center of the Finger Lakes:
Pregnancy Care Center of the Finger Lakes, located at 551 Exchange St. in Geneva, is offering a “Forgiven and Set Free” post abortive ten-week session beginning October 4 until December 13. There is no cost involved. “If you regret your abortion, you are not alone. Let us help you learn to forgive yourself. Pleased join us for this healing ministry program.” For more information phone 315 789 0708.

Toiletries and Hygiene Products:
There is a basket in the vestibule of St. James church for donations of toiletries. The request comes from Catholic Charities which is in need of items like shampoo, toothpaste, diapers etc. The items will be transferred to the Catholic Charities office in Ithaca.

Cancer Services Program (Cortland and Tompkins Counties):
This a program that provides free cancer screenings (breast, cervical, and colorectal) to women from ages 40–64 and men ages 50–64, who are uninsured or have health insurance that does not cover these screenings and who meet income eligibility requirements. These services are provided in local health centers, doctor’s offices, and hospitals. For more information call 1-866 442 2262.


Ministry Schedules for St. James the Apostle

Schedule for October 14 and 15, 2017 (Third Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Carol Kuklo and Barbara Willers
EM: Kathleen Rourke, Cathy DelSignore, Traci Bump

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Glenn Stamps and Nancy Olszewski
EM: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Tom and Beth Duff

Schedule for October 21 and 22, 2017 (Fourth Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Paul Povinelli and Carol Kuklo
EM: Cathy DelSignore, Joan Hogan, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Tim Davis and Lynne Stager
EM: Mary Szymanski, Glenn Stamps, Tim O’Boyle


Ministry schedules for Holy Cross

October 2017:

10/15/17 10/22/17 10/29/17
Greeter in addition to Usher C. Conroy
Altar Ser 1 M. Humulock G. Frank P. Schirmer
Altar Ser 2
Lector 1 N. Shumway J. Leidefrost° M. Humulock
Lector 2 T. Humulock L. Kurkchi K. Knapp
2 Envelopes
Extraordinary Min 1 F. Grasak L.A. Fox T. Humulock
Extraordinary Min 2 P. Schirmer M. Frank D. Brandow
Extraordinary Min 3 L.A. Fox K. Sinkiewicz A. Calice
Usher 1 (Lead) J. Taylor A. Reagan J. Taylor
Usher 2 T. Grasak P. Marrella S. Brandow
Usher 3 J. Swanson S. Limoncelli
Usher 4

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Lector Schedule (Forthcoming)

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion 
(Forthcoming)

REMEMBER: to take Communion to Richard Suchocki and Maryann Dendis before giving to congregation.

Altar Server Schedule: (Forthcoming)

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