National Eucharistic Revival:
June 19, 2022–Pentecost 2025
National Eucharistic Congress:
July 17-21, 2024
Lucas Oil Stadium,
Indianapolis, Indiana
First Reading:
But you shall say to them: Thus says the Lord GOD! And whether they heed or resist—for they are a rebellious house—they shall know that a prophet has been among them. (Ez. 2:4-5)
Psalm:
Our eyes are fixed on the Lord, pleading for his mercy. (Ps. 123)
Second Reading:
I will rather boast most gladly of my weaknesses, in order that the power of Christ may dwell with me. (2 Cor. 12:9)
Gospel:
“A prophet is not without honor except in his native place and among his own kin and in his own house.” (Mk. 6:4)
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:
When Jesus taught in the synagogue of his native place, he didn’t fit the image of the Messiah the people expected. They dismissed him. Let’s learn from their example and remember that God often comes to us in forms that are surprising—even challenging.
©LPi
Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:
Events:
Sweet Sunday:
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.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word:
The Roman Catholic Church has provided an option for children when they attend Mass. After the opening prayer, children are dismissed with their adult leaders to the Annex to hear and reflect on the readings in age-appropriate formats. As time permits, children engage in activities reinforcing the message of the readings such as singing songs, coloring, or acting out a skit. Children will return to their families during the offertory procession.
All children are invited to participate in the Children’s Liturgy of the Word at the 4:00 p.m. Mass on Saturdays July 20 and August 17 at St. Francis Solanus Church.
Second Collection This Week:
This week the special collection supports the Church in Central and Eastern Europe. Your donation helps restore the Church and build the future in more than 25 countries still struggling to recover from former communist rule and now the war in Ukraine. Funds from this collection support reconstruction, education, formation, and poverty outreach. Thank you for your generosity to the collection today. For more information visit usccb.org/ccee.
Parish Cemeteries Collection Next Weekend:
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.
Please note that the monetary donation to the cemetery can be specified either for St. James the Apostle or the Holy Cross cemetery. When the monetary donation is not specified, your donation is divided between the two cemeteries. Thank you for your help.
Ice Cream Social – Sunday, July 28:
Our parish has three churches. The feast days of the churches are St. Francis Solanus, July 16, St. James the Apostle, July 25, and Holy Cross, September 14. In celebration of our churches feast days there will be an Ice Cream Social on Sunday, July 28 at the St. Fidelis Friary Boat House from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Come and enjoy hot dogs, ice cream sundaes, games, and fishing off the dock (bring your gear).
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). Donations may also be made using WeShare Online Giving.
Parish Census—Volunteers Needed:
The Diocesan offices of Stewardship and Information Technology have notified our parish that our parish census will take place in the months of June/July/August. The census objective is to gather accurate and up-to-date contact and household information for all registered and unregistered Catholics in the parish. The Offices of Stewardship and Information Technology will guide the parish in conducting the census. Currently, we ask for parishioner help to volunteer to help with this activity. Volunteers, please phone the parish office.
2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal:
Our parish received a check dated June 21, 2024, for $632 from the Appeal. The amount reflects 50% of pledges more than our parish goal. The summary, the parish goal was $31,000; as of June 7, 2024, our parishioners contributed $32,264; we were $1,264 over goal, 50% of over goal was returned to the parish. “Thank you” to all the parish households that made this happen. In a letter to the parish dated June 3, 2024, Bishop Salvatore Matano express his sincere gratitude for exceeding the parish assigned goal in supporting the mission of the Diocese. Bishop Matano prays that Our Lord will continue to bless our parish family.
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/.
Catholic Action Network – Update:
The New York State Legislature concluded this year’s legislative session on June 8. Here is a summary of the “Prohibited Hospital Interference with Patient Care S6616-A (May) A5297-A (Paulin)” This bill would purportedly prohibit hospital interference with patient care where the practitioner is acting in good faith and within their scope of practice. However, it is a clear violation of the rights of Catholic hospitals and another attempt to harass them. The bill is incredibly broad and could serve to mandate that all hospitals permit abortion on demand for any reason. We worked closely with Catholic Health Long Island, as well as the Greater New York Hospital Association, in successfully opposing this bill. Our first amendment concerns were heard and acknowledged by the Senate Health Committee Chair, and the bill died in that committee. Though it seemed to be moving in the Assembly our opposition was heard and it stalled on the Assembly floor.
Branches Christian Rest & Renewal:
8251 Lower Like Rd, Lodi, NY
How to be a Saint, presentation by Ann Kern, Saturday July 13, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Retreat info: email: branches1515@live.com or phone 716-901-4313.
Notre Dame Retreat House:
- July 14-19: A six day silent directed retreat, a spiritual director are assigned to each individual.
- July 21-26: Prayer as Discernment Deepening the Felt Presence of our Trinitarian God with Fr. Gerry McKeon, S.J.
Retreat House: 5151 Foster Rd. Canandaigua, NY, 585-394-5700, staff@notredameretreat.org.
What can Catholics do to lessen polarization? The 2024 Diocesan Social Ministry Conference will take place Wednesday, July 24 from 10:00 a.m.– 3:30 p.m. at Notre Dame Retreat House, 5151 Foster Road, Canandaigua. The theme is Following Jesus in a Polarized World. The $30 registration fee includes lunch and materials. To register, contact: Kathy.Dubel@dor.org or 607–734–9784 ext. 2135. Keynote speaker is Fr. Aaron Wessman, G.H.M., author of The Church’s Mission in a Polarized World. Workshops will be led by Braver Angels, the citizens’ organization uniting red and blue Americans in a working alliance to depolarize America.
Programs at St. James:
Sister Anne Alderman, SSJ facilitates these three reoccurring programs in the Pine Room at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg. If you have questions about any of these programs, contact Sister Anne at 607–209–4206 or email a.alder1980@gmail.com.
- Prayer for Healing and Harmony: On the 2nd and 4th 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 Friday of the month at 1:00 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 Joyce Rupp: Essential Writings.
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 eileen.heptig@dor.org
Be a Friend to Our Neighbors in Need:
Catholic Charities in Ithaca is seeking volunteers to commit to one 3-hour shift per week, Tuesday through Friday, to wait on customers and help sort donations at their free clothing closet. To sign up, contact Andrea.Gaul@dor.org or 607-272-5062.
Eucharist Congress:
The signature event of the National Eucharistic Revival is the National Eucharist Congress that will take place July 17-24 at the Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Indiana. For information and registration go to: hello@eucharisticcongress.org.
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage:
Four pilgrimages will begin this month beginning from four different parts of the country and conclude in Indianapolis, Indiana for the beginning of the National Eucharist Congress, July 17th. The four routes will cover more than 6,000 miles and pass through nearly 70 dioceses. For more information about this historical event go to: hello@eucharisticcongress.org
Victims Assistance:
Victims of sexual abuse should always report to the civil authorities. To receive help and guidance from the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester, contact the Victim Assistance Coordinator: Deborah Housel 525-328-3228, ext. 1555 or by email to victimsassistance@dor.org.
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 immmercy@dor.org or phoning the parish office at 607–294–0064 and it will be added to the list.
Let Us Pray: Please remember in your prayers those members of our parish who are in the hospital, sick at home, in a nursing home, or who have requested our prayers (see the list on the parish’s PRAYERS page). We also ask you to pray for those who have died. May the Lord bring comfort to their family and friends during this difficult time and may they find hope in the Resurrection.
