National Eucharistic Revival: June 19, 2022–Pentecost 2025
Parish Eucharistic Revival: June 11, 2023–June 2024
First Reading:
And you taught your people, by these deeds, that those who are just must be kind; and you gave your children good ground for hope that you would permit repentance for their sins. (Wis. 12:19)
Psalm:
Lord, you are good and forgiving. (Ps. 86)
Second Reading:
The Spirit comes to the aid of our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes with inexpressible groanings. (Rom. 8:26)
Gospel:
“Let them grow together until harvest; then at harvest time I will say to the harvesters, ‘First collect the weeds and tie them in bundles for burning; but gather the wheat into my barn’.” (Mt. 13:30)
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 the disciples cannot understand something, they approach Jesus, and beseech him to explain. Let us be this forthcoming when we are discerning the will of God or struggling with a decision. Let us ask him to explain in words we can understand.
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Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:
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Events:
- Food Pantries:
- Ovid Federated Church: Mondays, 10:00 a.m.
- Food Truck: First Tuesday of the month (August 1), 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 (July 24) 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: Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m., St. James the Apostle
- Book Study: Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m., St. James the Apostle
- Taizé Prayer: August 17, 7:30 p.m., St. James
- Collection for Cemeteries: July 22/23
- Sweet Sunday: August 6, 10:00 a.m., St. James
Branches Lakeside Retreat:
Friday, August 4, from 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Branches Christian Rest & Renewal Center, Lodi, is holding a retreat themed Seeking the Peace of Christ facilitated by Rick Paolini. There will be a 3:00 p.m. healing Mass celebrated by Rev. Lukasz Kopala. To register visit branchescenter.org or phone 716–901–4313.
Notre Dame Retreat House:
There is a free, one-day retreat on August 19 at Notre Dame Retreat House, Canandaigua. Space is limited, please call 585-394-5700 or email ndretreat@rochester.rr.com to reserve your ticket. Visit notredameretreat.org for more details.
Parish Cemeteries Second Collection:
The first monthly Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy Cemetery Collection will be the weekend of July 23rd. Our parish has two cemeteries. Because the maintenance of our cemeteries is costly, cemeteries do not generate regular income, and our cemeteries do not have a fully funded Permanent Maintenance Fund, the Parish Cemetery Advisory Committee has concluded to initiate, for one year, a monthly Parish Cemeteries Collection.
Employment Opportunity:
The parish needs a part time maintenance person. It would not be regular hours, but when maintenance projects arise, the person would be on call to respond when convenient for the maintenance person. Please phone the parish office for more details.
Missionary Cooperation Plan – Visiting Missionary:
Next week, Brother John Buckingham, CFC will be speaking at the weekend Masses. He will share the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers mission work in Latin America, especially Peru, Bolivia, and Uruguay.
The Congregation of Christian Brothers was founded in 1802 by Blessed Edmund Rice (1762-1844) in Waterford, Ireland to educate the poor and marginalized youth. By the end of the twentieth century the Congregation opened many primary and secondary schools, colleges, and orphanages in many different countries. Today, the Brothers serve as teachers, mentors, social workers, and community development professionals in some of the poorest regions of the world. The needs are great, and it is only through the financial generosity of people in North America that the Congregation can continue to bring the Good News of Jesus through a good Catholic education to those who are less fortunate.
Taizé Prayer:
On the first and third Thursday of the month, Sister Anne Alderman, SSJ leads the Taizé Prayer in the Pine Room at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg. 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. Contact Sister Anne at 607–209–4206 or a.alder1980@gmail.com for more information.
Prayer for Healing and Harmony:
Sister Anne Alderman, SSJ leads a time of silent prayer on Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m. in the Pine Room at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg. The extended time of shared silence 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. Questions? Call Sister Anne at 607–209–4206 or email a.alder1980@gmail.com.
Feast Day:
Tuesday, July 25, is the feast day of St. James the Apostle, the patron saint of our parish church in Trumansburg. St. James, also called James, son of Zebedee, or James the Greater, (born, Galilee, Palestine—died 44 A.D., Jerusalem), was one of the Twelve Apostles, distinguished as being in Jesus’s innermost circle and the only apostle whose martyrdom is recorded in the New Testament (Acts 12:2). James and his younger brother, St. John the Apostle, are designated Boanerges (from the Greek boanerges), or “Sons of Thunder” (Mark 3:17), perhaps because of their characteristic fiery zeal (Mark 9:38 and Luke 9:54).
With Saints Peter and Andrew, James and John were the first four disciples whom Jesus called (Mark 1:16–19). As a member of the inner circle, James witnessed the raising of Jairus’s daughter from the dead (Mark 5:37 and Luke 8:51), the Transfiguration (Mark 9:2), and Jesus’ agony in the Garden of Gethsemane (Mark 14:33 and Matthew 26:37). James was beheaded by order of King Herod Agrippa I of Judea; according to Spanish tradition, his body was taken to Santiago de Compostela, where his shrine attracts Christian pilgrims from all over the world.
The Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist:
“Jesus…is the living bread that gives life to the world. His Body is the true food in the form of bread; his Blood is the true drink in the form of wine. It isn’t simple nourishment to satisfy the body, like manna; the Body of Christ is the bread of the last times, capable of giving life, eternal life, because this bread is made of love.” – Pope Francis
American Red Cross Blood Drive:
On August 1 from 1:00–6:00 p.m., the Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the American Legion, 4431 Seneca Road, Trumansburg. To schedule an appointment to donate phone 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org
Book Announcement:
“Alessandro Serenelli – A Story of Forgiveness” by Charles D. Engel is available through Our Sunday Visitor and Amazon. It is the story about the man who killed St. Maria Goretti, his release from prison, his living thirty-three years with the Capuchin Franciscans as a Secular Franciscan and is now being considered for canonization.
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.
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.
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 familyhopecenter@outlook.com.
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 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.
