National Eucharistic Revival: June 19, 2022–Pentecost 2025
Parish Eucharistic Revival: June 11, 2023–June 2024
First Reading:
If I tell the wicked, “O wicked one, you shall surely die,” and you do not speak out to dissuade the wicked from his way, the wicked shall die for his guilt, but I will hold you responsible for his death. (Ez. 33:8)
Psalm:
If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts. (Ps. 95)
Second Reading:
Love does no evil to the neighbor; hence, love is the fulfillment of the law. (Rom. 13:10)
Gospel:
“If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have won over your brother.” (Mt. 18:15)
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:
Our personal relationship with Christ is important, yes—but thank God, that is not all there is to being a Christian. We depend upon the support, the encouragement, and even the correction of the rest of the Body of Christ.
@LPi
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 (October 3), 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 (September 11) 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: St. James the Apostle
- Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m.
- September 14 & 28, 7:00 p.m.
- Book Study: Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m., St. James
- Taizé Prayer: September 21, 7:30 p.m., St. James
- Parish Picnic: September 10, 1:00 p.m., St. Fidelis Friary Boathouse
- Parish Cemetery Collection: September 9/10
- Parish Council Meeting: September 14, 7:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
- Family Faith Formation: September 16, 5:00 p.m., St. Francis Solanus
- Catholic Campaign for Human Development collection: September 16/17
Funeral:
Carol B. Griggs died August 17, 2023, at the age of 69. Carol was not Catholic but was present at every Sunday Mass and was a member of the St. James the Apostle folk choir. A funeral Mass was celebrated on August 25, 2023, with burial at Laurel Hill Cemetery, Odessa, August 28, 2023.
Parish Cemeteries Second Collection Next Weekend:
This 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. Thank you.
Parish Picnic This Sunday:
This Sunday, September 10, all are invited to the annual Parish Picnic to celebrate our feast day—Mary, Mother of Mercy. The picnic begins at 1:00 p.m. at the St. Fidelis Friary Boathouse, 7790 County Rd 153, Interlaken. A dish to pass is appreciated. The parish will provide beverages and pulled pork.
Parish Council Meeting:
There is a Parish Council meeting this Thursday, September 14, at 7:00 p.m. at the Parish Center, St. Francis Solanus, Interlaken.
Family Faith Formation:
Each year, the Catholic Church in the United States designates the third Sunday in September as “Catechetical Sunday” – a day on which to celebrate and pray for the Church’s mission to teach the Gospel to all people. The theme for Catechetical Sunday 2023 is “Renewing the Church and Families of Faith.”
The first gathering of our parish Family Faith Formation program is September 16th following the 4:00 p.m. Mass at St. Francis Solanus, Interlaken. Families with children in grades K-7 are invited to join. If you would still like to register your family, please contact Susan Guydosh at susan.guydosh@dor.org or phone the parish office.
2023-2024 Catholic Ministries Appeal:
The Appeal will begin the weekend of September 23/24. The first mailing date will be the week of September 15th.
Sweet Sunday Volunteers:
Volunteers are needed to assist at the monthly Sweet Sunday social at St. James the Apostle Church, Trumansburg. Volunteers are paired into teams, and the teams rotate monthly. Responsibilities include set up and clean up. Phone the parish office at 607-294-0064 or see Gerry Todi for more details.
2023 Missionary Cooperation Plan:
On the weekend of July 30, Brother John Buckingham, CFC, spoke at all the Masses on behalf of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers and their missionary work. Fr. Paul Gitau, Diocesan Director for the Society For the Propagation of the Faith, in a letter, expressed gratitude to our parishioners for the financial help to the Christian Brothers which amounted to $1,379.00. “Please tell your generous people how much we appreciate what they have done for the Missions.”
Programs at St. James the Apostle:
Sister Anne Alderman, SSJ facilitates three programs in the Pine Room at St. James the Apostle, Trumansburg.
- Prayer for Healing and Harmony meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 7:00 p.m. and every Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. This time of silent prayer provides an opportunity for personal reflection and healing. The session closes with a time to share any reflections that came to you.
- The Taizé Prayer is facilitated on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7:30 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 Wisdom Distilled from the Daily by Joan Chittiston.
Questions? Contact Sister Anne at 607-209-4206 or a.alder1980@gmail.com
Second Collection Next Week:
Next weekend, September 16/17, our special collection will support the Catholic Campaign for Human Development. CCHD addresses the root causes of poverty in America by supporting community-controlled, self-help organizations for low-income people. By supporting this collection, you are standing with people on the margins and making positive social change.
Here in our Diocese, many life-changing community organizations have been funded with major CCHD national grants. They include a refugee organization, a small enterprise that provides employment to women in addiction recovery, and a land trust of low-income people becoming homeowners in inner city Rochester. In addition, 25% of the funds will remain in our diocese to fund smaller anti-poverty projects. Learn more about the Catholic Campaign for Human Development at www.usccb.org/cchd.
Men’s Retreat:
Come to Notre Dame Retreat House, Canandaigua for our September Men’s Retreat: Keep Hope Alive with Fr. Anthony Michalek, CSsR, Fr. Daniel Ruiz, Deacon Brian McNulty, Nancy Lynch, and Jodie Scordo. The retreat weekend runs from September 22-24. To register, call 585-394-5700.
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 collec-tions, 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
- Reduced data entry for our part-time parish staff.
Visit marymotherofmercy.com/giving to sign up.
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.
Super Event:
There will be a NYS Eucharistic Congress October 20–22 at Our Lady of Martyrs Shrine, Auriesville, NY. The event will include Mass with Cardinal Dolan and the NY Bishops, Confessions, Speakers, Eucharistic Adoration and Procession. To find out more, visit nyseucharisticcongress.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.
