Eucharistic Holy Hour – Encounter Night:
Encounter Nights provide an opportunity 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.
Encounter Nights are on the first Thursday of the month from 6:30–7:30 p.m.:
April 3, St. James the Apostle
May 1, St. Francis Solanus
June 5, Holy Cross
Coffee and Toast:
On Wednesdays stick around for a simple breakfast, following the 8:30 am daily Mass at St. Francis Solanus, Interlaken.
Sweet Sunday:
On the first Sunday of the month, all are welcome to a social hour following the 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg and the 10:30 a.m. Mass at Holy Cross, Ovid.
Adult Study:
Everyone desiring to know and discuss our faith are invited to attend classes on Saturdays (with one exception, the second Saturday of the month) at 5:00-6:15 p.m. at the St. Francis Solanus annex. These sessions are also helpful for people desiring to be received into the church and for Catholics preparing to celebrate Confirmation and First Communion. This study is led by Fr. Bernard Maloney, OFM Cap.
Programs at St. James:
Sister Anne Alderman, SSJ facilitates these programs in the Pine Room at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.
Prayer for Healing and Harmony:
On the 1st and 3rd 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.
Book Study:
Every Wednesday 3:15 p.m. The current book: Essential Writings by Joyce Rupp.