National Eucharistic Revival:
June 19, 2022–Pentecost 2025
Parish Eucharistic Revival:
June 11, 2023–June 2024National Eucharistic Congress:
July 17-21, 2024
Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Indiana
First Reading:
“I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and hers.” (Gn. 3:15)
Psalm:
With the Lord there is mercy, and fullness of redemption. (Ps. 130)
Second Reading:
Since we have the same spirit of faith, according to what is written, I believed, therefore I spoke, we too believe and therefore we speak. (2 Cor. 4:13)
Gospel:
And if Satan has risen up against himself and is divided, he cannot stand; that is the end of him. (Mk. 3:26)
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:
God’s family is not a country club—you don’t need the right pedigree or the proper connections to join. Christ claims everyone who does the will of God. Let us call upon the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts, that we may live in kinship with Christ.
©LPi
Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:
Events:
Thank you:
Mary Pell has delivered the food donations from St. Francis Solanus Church to the Interlaken Food Pantry for many years. We thank Mary for this commitment and service to our community.
First Holy Communion:
This Sunday, June 9th, Harrison Reynolds will celebrate his First Holy Communion at the 10:30 a.m. Mass at Holy Cross Church, Ovid. This is a happy day for Harrison, his family and the parish.
2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA):
Our parish reached its given goal of $31,000. It was reported on May 29, 2024, that one hundred and one parish households pledged $31,117 (100.38% of goal). This is remarkable. Again, “Thank you” to all who participated in the Appeal. Even though the Appeal is Diocesan, our parish also benefits. God bless and reward you.
Parish Council:
There is a parish council meeting for all current members & alternates and new members & alternates this Thursday, June 13th, 7:00 p.m., at the St. Fidelis Friary Boathouse, Interlaken.
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.
Faith Understood:
This Sunday, June 9th at Holy Cross Church, Ovid at 12 Noon, come and hear Paul Zucarelli, a national Catholic speaker and author. Paul Zucarellli had nine cardiac arrests and was dead for two hours. Through intercessory prayer, Paul survived with no brain damage, and now lives to testify his witness about heaven and Christ’s deep love for us. Paul and his wife, Beth, reside in Phoenix. AZ. They are both former Buffalonians. Paul graduated from Canisius College and Beth from Sacred Heart Academy. Learn more about Paul and Beth at Faithunderstood.org.
Catholic Communication Campaign:
This weekend the second collection is for the Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC). Your support helps the CCC connect Catholics with Christ in the United States and around the world using internet, television, radio, and print media. Half the funds we collect remain here in the Rochester Diocese to fund local communications efforts. Your support helps spread the gospel message! Learn more at www.usccb.org/ccc
Personal Care Products Collection:
During the month of June, we are asking all parishioners to donate personal care items for the clients of our local food pantries. While many personal care items are donated to the food pantries throughout the year, during this month of June, additional attention is being paid to these items. These necessary items are not covered by SNAP / Food Stamps. Personal care products that are needed include soap, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, body soap or washes, shaving soap, razors, deodorants, etc. This special collection will be held during the month of June, ending Sunday, June 30. All items collected in our parish’s churches will go the local food pantry in that village.
Thank you from Birthright:
“Birthright of Ithaca would like to thank all who showed their support during our annual flower sale last month…We appreciate all who helped support our mission. It allows us to keep our operation going while serving new mothers and families in need. We have seen an increase in numbers in the last year and a half and it is a comfort to know that we are still able to help them in all their needs. Thank you again, and may God bless you all.”
Missionary Cooperation Plan:
Fr. Vijay Joseph from the Love & Care Mission, Inc. will be this year’s Mission Representative for the Society for the Propagation of the Faith. Fr. Joseph will preach at the Masses on June 22/23, 2024. The Pontifical Mission Societies state that all dioceses and all parish communities are to share in the very life of the Mission Church by welcoming missionaries to tell their story and experiences through the Missionary Cooperation Plan.
Programs at St. James:
Sister Anne Alderman SSJ facilitates these three 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 Wednesdays 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 The way of the Heart by Henri Nouwen.
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.
Notre Dame Retreat House:
Fill your Soul Day: June 11, 9 a.m.–3 p.m., “Jesus and Buddha: Nourishing Christian Meditation Through Interfaith Dialogue and Prayer” (Fr. George Smith, CSB), Includes lunch – $35. Visit notredameretreat.org for more information.
Consider Online Giving: 
WeShare Online Giving is safe and secure, and there are benefits for both you and our parish.
Benefits to you:
- Gifts may be made by bank account, credit card, debit card, or Google Pay.
- Recurring donations allow you to support our parish if you are unable to attend Mass.
- Convenient way to donate to Holy Days, second collections and parish cemeteries.
Benefits to our parish:
- Reduced volume of collections counted by volunteers from our parish
- Guaranteed stream of income helps Parish expense budgeting, and
- Reduced data entry for our part-time parish staff.
Visit marymotherofmercy.com/giving.
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.
