First Reading:
“Please do not go on past your servant. Let some water be brought, that you may bathe your feet, and then rest yourselves under the tree.” (Gn. 18:3-4)
Psalm:
He who does justice will live in the presence of the Lord. (Ps. 15)
Second Reading:
In accordance with God’s stewardship given to me to bring to completion for you the word of God, the mystery hidden from ages and from generations past. But now it has been manifested to his holy ones. (Col. 1:25-26)
Gospel:
“Martha, Martha, you are anxious and worried about many things. There is need of only one thing. Mary has chosen the better part.” (Luke 10:41-42)
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:
We become a welcoming person when we can step aside from our own needs and desires to create space for someone else. Welcoming involves a quality of listening and presence that communicates to another person that what they are sharing and who they are have importance. When we shift attention and focus from ourselves and direct it toward someone else, positive things can happen. When someone knows that their story matters, it can be life changing and life-giving. Hospitality brings forth life and celebrates relationships. Whether we are actively tending to the business of serving the needs of others or opening ourselves to listening to their story, devotion and attentiveness are friends of love. Becoming anxious and preoccupied with one’s personal agenda leaves no room for the creative, nurturing and spontaneous power of God’s love.
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Events:
- Food Pantries:
- Ovid Federated Church: Mondays, 10:00 a.m.
- Food Truck: South Seneca High School, August 2, 4:00–6:00 p.m.
- Interlaken Reformed church: Fridays, 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Trumansburg Food Pantry: Every other Monday (July 25) 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. and 5:15–6:00 p.m., Methodist church
- Family Hope Center: Tuesdays 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., and Thursdays 4:00–6:00 p.m., Holy Cross
- Bernard is available: Fridays, 6:30–7:30 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
- Prayer for Healing and Harmony: Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m., St. James the Apostle
- Spiritual Book Reading & Discussion: Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m., St. James the Apostle
- Taizé Prayer: Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., St. James
Funeral:
A funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Francis Solanus Church on July 8 for Ann Marie Doyle who was 93 years old. Ann Marie died on June 30, 2022.
Anniversary:
Our parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy celebrated its sixth anniversary on July 1, 2022.
Fr. Richard Crawley, OFM Cap:
Fr. Richard has helped-out in our parish on Sundays. He has been missed. Before Easter, Fr. William Moorby, the Pastor of the Good Shepherd Catholic Community, which has four churches (St. Patrick, Aurora; St. Michael, Union Springs; St. Patrick, Moravia and Our Lady of the Lake, King Ferry) lost their help-out priest. Since Easter, Fr. Richard has been helping Fr. Moorby on Sunday mornings. Fr. Moorby is unable to cover the four churches on the weekend. We do not know how long this arrangement will last.
Feast Days:
- Francis Solanus: In the United States, July 16 is the feast day of St. Francis Solanus, the patron saint of one of Mary, Mother of Mercy Parish Churches in Interlaken. St. Francis Solanus was born March 10, 1549, in Montilla, Spain and died on July 14, 1610 in Lima, Peru, South America. He was a very successful Franciscan missionary and is called the “Apostle of the Tucuman,” that is today northwestern Argentina and Paraguay.
- James the Apostle: His feast day is July 25 and he is the patron of our parish church in Trumansburg. He was born in Galilee, Palestine and was martyred in 44 A.D. in Jerusalem. His younger brother was St. John the Apostle. They are referred to as the “Sons of Zebedee” and the “Sons of Thunder”. He was one of the first four apostles called to accompany Jesus to initiate the Kingdom of God in this world.
Bro. Francisco Serrano, OFM Cap.:
Our parish has been blessed to have Bro. Francisco assigned to minister in our parish for a year as part of his formation for priesthood. The year is ending, and as of July 15 he has been assigned to St. Michael’s Friary in Brooklyn, NY. On August 24, 2022, at St. Michael’s Church, he will make his perpetual profession in the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin (OFM Cap.) He then will continue his education while living at St. Michael’s.
Prayer for Healing and Harmony:
This opportunity is available on Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m. at the St. James the Apostle Pine Room. Sr. Anne Alderman, SSJ will be the facilitator. The format will be a brief opening, a reflection, 25 minutes of silent prayer followed by an opportunity to share reflections that came during that time. Any questions? Phone Sr. Anne at 607–209–4206 or email a.alder1980@gmail.com.
Reading & Reflecting:
A time to gather to read and discuss a contemporary spiritual book will be available on Wednesday afternoons, 3:15–4:15 p.m., in the Pine Roome at St. James the Apostle Church. Sr. Anne Alderman, SSJ will be the facilitator. The book will be Hope Against Darkness by Richard Rohr and John Feister.
Lakeside Day Retreats:
Branches Christian Rest and Renewal Centers, Inc. invites you to a retreat at our Seneca Lake property. The next day of rest and renewal will be Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus facilitated by Nancy Potter and Donna Wieand on Tuesday, July 26. Suffering and Faith will be facilitated by Ann Kern on Saturday, August 13. For more information visit branchescenter.org contact Donna Wieand at 716–901–4313 or email branches1515@live.com.
Pilgrimage:
There is a Catholic pilgrimage to Fatima/Lourdes and Spain on October 24–November 5, 2022. Daily Mass at the Holy sites, all sightseeing, and most meals are included. Father Tom McNamara OFM Cap. will be the Spiritual Director. For more information or a flyer, call Mike Milano at 1–800–773–2660.
Ithaca Loves Life!:
These monthly prayer vigls are held every fourth Saturday of the month from 9:00–10:30 a.m. These vigils are a peaceful public witness to end abortion. Let’s unite and come together in love for 90 minutes each month. Contact Carolann Darling at 607–351–6668 for more information.
Artisans/Crafters & Rummage Sale:
This event will take place on July 30 at the Presbyterian Church, 69 E. Main St., Trumansburg, from 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Crafters will be under the tent in the church side yard. There is no fee to set up a table. Donations to the church are a personal choice. Please provide your own table. Contact Pam Postle at 607–387–5356 or Lppostle@aol.com for more information.
Online Giving – WeShare:
WeShare, our online giving provider, has been upgraded. When you log in, using your current email address and password, you will see the new landing page. Improvements include:
- Ability to donate to multiple collections at once
- Improved process of updating your payment information
- Ability for more detailed receipts
- Ability to upload documents
- Easier Account Creation
If you have any questions, please contact Eileen Heptig at eileen.heptig@dor.org
Taizé Prayer:
Taizé Prayer was developed by an ecumenical community of monks in Taizé, France, and has become popular around the world, especially with young people (although more mature people like it, too). It consists of readings and prayers interspersed with quiet, repetitive songs. The room is lighted with candles. A good way to quiet your soul and psyche after a busy day.
- When: Tuesday evenings in July and August at 7:00
- Where: St. James Pine Room, Trumansburg
- Facilitator: Sister Anne Alderman
- Suggested Donation: $5.00 (Benefits the Sisters of St. Joseph)
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. To learn more visit familyhopecentergeneva.org, call 315–789–0708, or email familyhopecenter@outlook.com.
Please take time this week to pray the rosary for an end to the COVID-19 pandemic and for world peace, especially in Ukraine.
Prayers for Our Parish:
The Sisters of St. Joseph of Rochester have a prayer ministry for the Diocese of Rochester. Sister Anne Marie Burns will be praying for our parish and parishioners throughout 2022. We thank the Sisters for their thoughtfulness and kindness toward us. In our appreciation, please keep the Sisters of St. Joseph, especially Sr. Anne Marie, in your thoughts and prayers.
Mass Intention Requests:
Parishioners requesting a Mass intention for a particular date and time can do so by completing the “Mass Intentions Request Form” located in the foyers of the churches. Mass intentions may also be requested by phoning the parish office.
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.
Pregnancy Care Center of the Finger Lakes:
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.” For more information phone 315 789 0708, text: 315-945-1019, or e-mail familyhopecenter@outlook.com.
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 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.
