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August 13, 2017 ~ Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on August 12, 2017 by Kathleen Rourke

Year of the Eucharist June 18, 2017 – June 3, 2018

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First Reading:
After the earthquake there was fire—but the LORD was not in the fire. After the fire there was a tiny whispering sound. When he heard this, Elijah hid his face in his cloak and went and stood at the entrance of the cave. (1 Kgs. 19:12-13a)

Psalm:
Lord, let us see your kindness, and grant us your salvation. (Ps. 85)

Second Reading:
For I could wish that I myself were accursed and cut off from Christ for the sake of my own people, my kindred according to the flesh. (Rom. 9:3)

Gospel:
Peter said to him in reply, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” He said, “Come.” Peter got out of the boat and began to walk on the water toward Jesus. But when he saw how strong the wind was he became frightened; and, beginning to sink, he cried out, “Lord, save me!” (Mt. 14:28-30)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
Peter saw Jesus walking on the water and began to walk toward him. He became frightened at how strong the wind was and began to sink. He took his focus off of Jesus and allowed his fears to get the best of him. Fear often gets the best of us and cripples us. We sink. Many of our actions and thoughts are motivated by fear. Think of how many opportunities you have missed because of fear. Jesus tells us to trust and to meet each day with faith and confidence. God is with us. We have nothing to fear.

Words to Inspire the Faithful:
“Never be afraid of loving the Blessed Virgin too much. You can never love her more than Jesus did.” ~St. Maximilian Kolbe

Holy Day Readings, Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, August 15, 2017:

First Reading:
A great sign appeared in the sky, a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars. (Rev. 12:1)

Psalm:
The queen stands at your right hand, arrayed in gold. (Ps. 45)

Second Reading:
Brothers and sisters: Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For since death came through man, the resurrection of the dead came also through man. (1 Cor. 15:20-21)

Gospel:
“From this day all generations will call me blessed: the Almighty has done great things for me and holy is his Name.” (Lk. 1:48b-49)

Live the Liturgy ~ Inspiration for the Week:
Mary’s love for Jesus was surpassed by none other. She had a special love for her Son, who is God, that made a claim on her entire being, body and soul. It is no wonder then, that upon her death Mary was taken body and soul into heaven so that she in her totality could dwell forever with her Son. Our celebration gives us the opportunity to ponder what heaven may be like and help us to long, even more fervently, for the fulfillment and joy that only God can eternally provide.

Upcoming Events:

AA Meetings: St. Francis Church, on Tuesday at 8:00 p.m.
Food Pantries: Ovid Federated Church on Mondays, 10:00 a.m. The food truck is available to everyone every other Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. (August 22 and September 5). The food pantry is at the Interlaken Reformed Church on Fridays, 3:00–6:00 p.m. The Trumansburg food pantry is at the Methodist Church every other Monday 1:00–2:00 p.m. and 5:30–6:00 p.m. (August 14 and August 28).
Summer Program at Branches Lakeside Retreat: “Most Holy Rosary” facilitated by Donna Wieand on August 15
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary: this holy day of obligation is Tuesday, August 15
Music Ministers Meeting: Thursday, August 24, 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus.
Parish Choir: Rehearsals begin on Tuesday, August 29, at Holy Cross Church, 6:30–8:00 p.m.
A Retreat on “Eucharistic Living:” presented by Deacon Dan Callan (St. Charles Borromeo Parish) on September 5 at Notre Dame Retreat House, Canandaigua
Sacrament of Reconciliation change: beginning September 8 confessions will be heard at the Parish Center (St. Francis Solanus Church, Interlaken) from 6:30–7:00 p.m. Confessions will not be heard at St. James the Apostle church.
Parish Celebration: Sunday, September 10, at the St. Fidelis Friary Boathouse
Sesquicentennial Mass: Friday, September 22, at 2:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
Solanus Casey, OFM Cap., Beatification: November 18 in Detroit, MI.

Baptisms:
Kylieandra Skebal, Luka Ivani Frandovic, and Chloe Mari Frankovic were baptized on July 30, 2017, at St. James the Apostle church.

Wedding:
Matthew Patrick Donovan and Maria Anne Connell were married at St. James the Apostle church on July 29, 2017.

Bulletin Online:
The Sunday bulletin is always available online at the parish website: marymotherofmercy.com

Year of the Eucharist:
“Knowing the great love you have for the Mass, a love which I have experienced in my many pastoral Jesus Calls all of us visits throughout our Diocese, I know of and appreciate your cooperation with your parish priests and pastoral administrators in this endeavor of faith, which is Christ’s salvific work being actualized through His Church (Cf. Catechism of the Catholic Church, no 1187). This Eucharistic devotion is essential as we constantly seek to nurture, to understand more deeply and to reverence the Real Presence of Christ truly and substantially existing under the appearances of bread and wine.” (Taken from Bishop Salvatore R. Matano’s pastoral letter announcing a Year of the Eucharist in celebration of the 150 [Sesquicentennial] anniversary of the diocese. The full pastoral letter is available on the diocesan website.)

Liturgical Posture:
One of the items in Bishop Matano’s pastoral letter announcing a year of the Eucharist states the liturgical norm of the Roman Catholic Church that at Mass, after the Lamb of God, the assembly is to kneel. He expresses that in our churches we are to follow the rubric thereby keeping in union with the universal church. Our parish will eventually, and soon, adopt this norm and a date will be set for its implementation. For uniformity sake please continue to stand after the Lamb of God until the date is announced for the change. This announcement is in preparation for the eventual change.

Diocesan 150 Anniversary Mass:
The Sesquicentennial Mass is scheduled for Friday, September 22, at 2:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. His eminence, Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York, will be the principal celebrant and homilist. Due to seating capacity limitations, our parish has been allocated three seats. Parishioners wishing to attend are asked to please notify the parish office with your email address no later than Tuesday, August 15. The first three parishioners to confirm their interest will be accepted.

Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary:
This feast day is Tuesday, August 15, and it is a holy day of obligation. The times and places of the Masses are: St. James the Apostle, 9:00 a.m.; St. Francis Solanus, 12:15 p.m.; Holy Cross, 6:00 p.m.; and St. James the Apostle at 7:00 p.m. Afterwards there will be an opportunity to continue the feast day celebration with a coffee hour after the 9:00 a.m. Mass, sandwiches after the 12:15 p.m. Mass, and wine and cheese after the 6:00 and 7:00 p.m. Masses.

Society of the Propagation of the Faith:
Next weekend we will host a visiting missionary from India. His name is Fr. Eugene Savarimuthu. Fr. Eugene will preach at all the Masses and a collection will be taken up for the support of his missionary work in India. The insert in this Sunday’s bulletin provides helpful information regarding Fr. Eugene and the missionary activities in the Diocese of Kumbakonam. Envelopes for this purpose are available in the church.

Preliminary Annual Finance Report:
The Parish Finance Council met on July 20 to review the finances for fiscal year July 1, 2016, to June 30, 2017. The ordinary income amounted to $239,119.83 and the ordinary expenses were $220,262.96. The parish net operating was a positive, $18,856.87. For our first year as the Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy, “thank you” for your financial support over the year. A more complete financial report will be issued containing the balance sheet and non-operating revenue and expenses. A report will also be issued for our parish cemeteries, Holy Cross Cemetery and St. James the Apostle Cemetery. The finance council was also made aware, through the Buildings and Grounds Committees, of major construction, maintenance, and repair projects for the three churches.

Maintenance Fund Collection:
The maintenance fund offering will be taken up this weekend. Your support of the parish buildings and grounds is greatly appreciated.

Parish Feast Day Celebration:
Save the date: Sunday, September 10, at the St. Fidelis Friary Boathouse for the celebration of our feast day for Mary, Mother of Mercy. A Mass at 1:00 p.m. on the friary grounds is planned. The annual parish picnic will follow the Mass.

Parish Choir:
Rehearsals will begin on Tuesday, August 29, at Holy Cross Church, 6:30–8:00 p.m. The choir will be rehearsing for Advent, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. All parishioners are welcome to join the parish choir. We are especially in need of altos, tenors, and instrumentalist of all kinds. For more information please contact Jessica Portillo at or 210 268 7662.

Music Ministers Meeting:
The next music ministers meeting will take place on Thursday, August 24, 6:30 p.m., at St. Francis Solanus. Music ministers meet twice a year to discuss current and upcoming events, needs of music ministry, special masses, etc. All current music ministers and all interested in joining music ministry are encouraged to attend.

July Sunday Mass Attendance:
During the month of July the average Mass attendance was: 87 at the 5:00 p.m. Mass, 89 at the 8:15 a.m. Mass, 111 at the 9:30 a.m. Mass, and 95 at the 11:00 a.m. Mass. “Catholics invite Catholics to come to Mass on the Lord’s day in the Lord’s house.” For Catholics, Sundays are holy days of obligation.

Place and Schedule Change for Confessions:
Beginning September 8, the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be heard at the Parish Center (St. Francis Solanus Church, Interlaken) from 6:30–7:00 p.m. Confessions will not be heard at St. James the Apostle on Saturday afternoons. The Sacrament of Reconciliation may always be celebrated at any time by appointment with one of the priests.

Extra Vegetables and Fruit:
Don’t let your veggies grow up to be compost! Donate extra produce (vegetables, fruit, and eggs) from your garden or CSA share at 94 West Main Street Trumansburg every Monday 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. until October 1. It will be distributed to a local family the next day. No donation is too small. For more information visit http://friendshipdonations.org/hubs/

Seneca County Veterans Service Agency:
The deputy director of the Seneca County Veterans Service Agency, will be meeting with clients every first and third Thursday of the month, regarding benefits. These meetings will be held at the Romulus Municipal Building, 1435 Prospect Street in Willard between 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Clients will be seen by appointment only. Please phone 315 651 0430.

Pro-life:
“For thou didst form my inward parts; Thou didst knit me together in my mother’s womb.” Psalm 139:13

Eucharistic Living:
Deacon Dan Callan (St. Charles Borromeo Parish) will present a retreat on “Eucharistic Living” on Tuesday, September 5, as a day retreat at Notre Dame Retreat House (5151 Foster Rd., Canandaigua, NY). The day’s schedule is: 9:00 a.m. registration along with coffee and pastries; 9:30 a.m. conference begins; lunch at noon; reconciliation and mass; day ends at 3:00 p.m. For more details on the presentation and what the day offers, please visit our website: notredameretreat.org. You may call 585-394-5700 to register. A fee of $25 is payable at registration. Inspired by Bishop Matano’s letter: “The Year of Eucharist”, Deacon Dan will relate the letter to social teachings of the church as well as share his own experience of linking suburban parishioners to the needs within the inner city of Rochester.

Sisters of St. Joseph of Rochester:
The sisters have a prayer ministry and throughout 2017, Sister Dolores Bachman and Sister Anne Marie Burns will be praying for our parish and parishioners. Let us keep the sisters in our prayers as an expression of gratitude. Sisters of St. Joseph website: www.ssjrochester.org.

Pregnancy Care Center of the Finger Lakes:
Pregnancy Care Center of the Finger Lakes, located at 551 Exchange St. in Geneva, is offering a “Forgiven and Set Free” post abortive ten-week session beginning October 4 until December 13. There is no cost involved. “If you regret your abortion, you are not alone. Let us help you learn to forgive yourself. Pleased join us for this healing ministry program.” For more information phone 315 789 0708.

Toiletries and Hygiene Products:
There is a basket in the vestibule of St. James church for donations of toiletries. The request comes from Catholic Charities which is in need of items like shampoo, toothpaste, diapers etc. The items will be transferred to the Catholic Charities office in Ithaca.

Cancer Services Program (Cortland and Tompkins Counties):
This a program that provides free cancer screenings (breast, cervical, and colorectal) to women from ages 40–64 and men ages 50–64, who are uninsured or have health insurance that does not cover these screenings and who meet income eligibility requirements. These services are provided in local health centers, doctor’s offices, and hospitals. For more information call 1-866 442 2262.

Ministry Schedules for St. James the Apostle

Schedule for August 12 and 13, 2017 (Second Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Kathleen Rourke and Scott Hamula
EM: Barbara Willers, Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Rich and Hilary Wong
EM: Lynne Stager, Glenn Stamps

Schedule for August 19 and 20, 2017 (Third Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Carol Kuklo and Barbara Willers
EM: Kathleen Rourke, Cathy DelSignore, Traci Bump

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Glenn Stamps and Nancy Olszewski
EM: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Tom and Beth Duff

Ministry schedules for Holy Cross

August 2017:

	8/13/17	8/20/17	8/27/17

Greeter in addition to Usher	M. Maleski	C. Conroy	M. Maleski

Altar Ser 1	M. Humulock	M. Humulock	G. Frank
Altar Ser 2

Lector 1	P. Motill	N. Shumway	J. Leidefrost°
Lector 2	K. Knapp	T. Humulock	L. Kurkchi

Extraordinary Min 1	D. Moore	F. Grasak	L.A. Fox
Extraordinary Min 2	D. Traphagen	P. Schirmer	M. Frank
Extraordinary Min 3	D. Brandow°	L.A. Fox	K. Sinkiewicz
	2 Envelopes
Usher 1 (Lead)	S. Brandow°	J. Taylor	M. Maleski
Usher 2	S. Limoncelli	T. Grasak	P. Marrella
Usher 3	M. Maleski	J. Swanson	S. Limoncelli
Usher 4

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Lector Schedule

July – August – September 2017

DATE	FIRST READING from OLD TESTAMENT	SECOND READING from NEW TESTAMENT
August 13 19^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Jeffrey Houck	Stephanie Houck
August 15 Feast of Assumption of Blessed Virgin MaryHoly Day of Obligation	Karl Messmer	Pat Messmer
August 20 20^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Gerry Messmer	Millie Messmer
August 27 21^st Sunday in Ordinary Time	Barbara Willers	Sheila Haddad
September 3 22^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Marie Roloson	Karl Messmer
September 10 23^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Gerry Messmer	Charlotte Huyler
September 1724^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Jeffrey Houck	Stephanie Houck
September 2425^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ann Buddle	Marie Roloson

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

July – August – September 2017

DATE	Precious Blood	SET UP AND PURIFICATION	Precious Blood
August 13 19^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Cathy Millspaugh	Michele Barr	Marie Roloson
August 15 Feast of Assumption of Blessed Virgin MaryHoly Day of Obligation	Millie Messmer	Pat Messmer	Charlotte Huyler
August 20 20^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Mary Ruckdeschel	Charlotte Huyler	Cathy Millspaugh
August 27 21^st Sunday in Ordinary Time	Jeanie Wiggins	Jennifer Sharp	Marie Roloson
September 3 22^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Michele Barr	Chris Duthie	Pat Messmer
September 10 23^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Mary Ruckdeschel	Jeanie Wiggins	Jennifer Sharp
September 17 24^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Cathy Millspaugh	Marie Roloson	Patti Perry
September 24 25^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Chris Duthie	Charlotte Huyler	Millie Messmer

REMEMBER: to take Communion to Richard Suchocki and Maryann Dendis before giving to congregation.

Altar Server Schedule:

July – August – September 2017

DATE	SERVERS
August 13 19^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Nicky & Ben
August 15 Feast of Assumption of Blessed Virgin MaryHoly Day of Obligation	Volunteer needed for 12:15 p.m. Mass
August 20 20^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ashton & Rian
August 27 21^st Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ben
September 3 22^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ashton & Rian
September 10 23^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Nicky & Ben
September 17 24^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Nicky & Ashton
September 24 25^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ben & Rian

07/23/17-cmh

August 6, 2017 ~ The Transfiguration of the Lord

Posted on August 4, 2017 by Kathleen Rourke

Year of the Eucharist June 18, 2017 – June 3, 2018

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First Reading:
The one like a Son of man received dominion, glory, and kingship; all peoples, nations, and languages serve him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that shall not be taken away, his kingship shall not be destroyed. (Dn. 7:14)

Psalm:
The Lord is king, the Most High over all the earth. (Ps. 97)

Second Reading:
We ourselves heard this voice come from heaven while we were with him on the holy mountain. (2 Pt. 1:18)

Gospel:
While he was still speaking, behold, a bright cloud cast a shadow over them, then from the cloud came a voice that said, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.” (Mt 17:5)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
Today our Gospel presents us with the story of the transfiguration of Jesus. We hear God say, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.” Because of our baptism, we share in the same intimate relationship with the Father that Jesus has. This intimate relationship we have with God can transform us, just as it transformed Jesus. We, too, can radiate with love and newness of life and then help in transforming and positively impacting the lives of others. How has your relationship with God transformed you?

Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:
“Hold your eyes on God and leave the doing to him. That is all the doing you have to worry about.” ~St. Jane Frances de Chantal

Upcoming Events:

AA Meetings: St. Francis Church, on Tuesday at 8:00 p.m.
Food Pantries: Ovid Federated Church on Mondays, 10:00 a.m. The food truck is available to everyone every other Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. (August 8 and August 22). The food pantry is at the Interlaken Reformed Church on Fridays, 3:00–6:00 p.m. The Trumansburg food pantry is at the Methodist Church every other Monday 1:00–2:00 p.m. and 5:30–6:00 p.m. (August 14 and August 28).
Fill the Bus: Beginning July 1 and ending the weekend of August 12 both Holy Cross and St. Francis Solanus churches will be collecting school supplies for Seneca County students
Summer Program at Branches Lakeside Retreat: “Sin and Mercy” facilitated by Ann Kern on August 5
Summer Religious Education Program: running from August 7–11
Summer Program at Branches Lakeside Retreat: “Most Holy Rosary” facilitated by Donna Wieand on August 15
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary: this holy day of obligation is Tuesday, August 15
Music Ministers Meeting: Thursday, August 24, 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus.
Parish Choir: Rehearsals begin on Tuesday, August 29, at Holy Cross Church, 6:30–8:00 p.m.
Parish Celebration: Sunday, September 10, at the St. Fidelis Friary Boathouse
Sesquicentennial Mass: Friday, September 22, at 2:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
Solanus Casey, OFM Cap., Beatification: November 18 in Detroit, MI.

Year of the Eucharist:
“When we come to the celebration of Holy Mass or any of the Sacraments with a true spirit of humility and gratitude, it Jesus Calls all of us essentially forms our attitude toward the sacramental nature of the Church and, in particular, our reception of the Lord in Holy Communion. Realizing that in the sacraments, especially in the Eucharist, Jesus becomes one with us, we then approach Him not first asking what is in it for me, but how can I possibly thank the omnipotent God Who has chosen to make His home within me! The Sacraments, the Most Holy Eucharist, belong to God who graciously invites us to participate in His life through these personal meetings with Him. It is truly proper then that the prayers of the Mass authentically, prayerfully and solemnly reflect the divine reality which they signify.” (Taken from Bishop Salvatore R. Matano’s pastoral letter announcing a Year of the Eucharist in celebration of the 150 [Sesquicentennial] anniversary of the diocese. The full pastoral letter is available on the diocesan website.)

Liturgical Posture:
One of the items in Bishop Matano’s pastoral letter announcing a Year of the Eucharist states the liturgical norm of the Roman Catholic Church that at Mass, after the Lamb of God, the assembly is to kneel. He expresses that in our churches we are to follow the rubric thereby keeping in union with the universal church. Our parish will eventually, and soon, adopt this norm and a date will be set for its implementation. For uniformity sake please continue to stand after the Lamb of God until the date is announced for the change. This announcement is in preparation for the eventual change.

Diocesan 150 Anniversary Mass:
The Sesquicentennial Mass is scheduled for Friday, September 22, at 2:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. His eminence, Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York, will be the principal celebrant and homilist. Due to seating capacity limitations, our parish has been allocated three seats. Parishioners wishing to attend are asked to Peter Paul Rubens The Assumption of the Virgin Mary_-_Google_Art_Project please notify the parish office with your email address no later than Tuesday, August 15. The first three parishioners to confirm their interest will be accepted.

Society of the Propagation of the Faith:
Every summer throughout the United States each parish welcomes a missionary to promote their mission work. This will take place in our parish on the weekend of August 20. The visiting missionary is from India, Fr. Eugene Savarimuthu from the Diocese of Kumbakonam. More information about Fr. Eugene and the mission will be available in next week’s Sunday bulletin.

Next Weekend Offering:
The Maintenance Fund offering will be taken up the weekend of August 13. Your support of the parish buildings and grounds is greatly appreciated.

Trumansburg Area Churches (TAC) Food Pantry:
Please bring non-perishable food items to St. James the Apostle next weekend. Place them or monetary donations on the table located in the front of the church at the statue of the BVM.

Music at the 5:00 p.m. Mass:
Jessica Portillo and Ronnie Fairclough volunteered to provide music at the 5:00 p.m. Mass at St. James on a temporary basis. For several months they have been present at the Mass with other parishioners joining them. Jessica and Ronnie also help provide music at the 9:30 a.m. Mass. At Holy Cross. Because this routine is outstanding and demanding they have ended the temporary arrangement at the 5:00 p.m. Mass. “Thank you” to Jessica and Ronnie and others who joined them. Not to be totally abandoned, Ms. Joan Gelatt, an organist, will assume the responsibility for providing music with others at the 5:00 p.m. Mass. Welcome Joan.

Fill the Bus School Supply Collection:
Beginning July 1 and ending the weekend of August 12 both Holy Cross and St. Francis Solanus Churches will be collecting school supplies for the Fill the Bus Collection for Seneca County students. We are in need of glue sticks; pencils; blue and black pens; rulers; thick and thin magic markers; crayons; one subject spiral notebooks; composition books; loose leaf paper; 1, 1 ½, and 2 inch binders; tab dividers; two pocket folders; and pencil cases. All supplies will be collected at the Fayette Fire Department on August 16 and then taken to the four school districts in the county. We will need volunteers to help sort and box the collected supplies on August 16. If you’re able donate an hour or more of your time to help, it would be greatly appreciated as always. Please contact Gerald Frank 869-5009 or email .

The Jacksonville Attic Thrift Shop:
A fresh supply of household items, camping supplies, books, craft supplies, and glassware cover the tables and fill the shelves. The clothing closet room holds an assortment of spring and summer clothes and toys just waiting for you and your family, including a large stock of next-to-new summer children’s clothing. Donations gladly received during business hours. They are open Tuesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Attic Thrift Shop is located in the Old School House next to the Jacksonville Community United Methodist Church at 1869 Route 96 in Jacksonville.

Pro-life:
“Every child not allowed to be born, but unjustly condemned to be aborted, has the face of Jesus Christ, the Lord’s face … Life is always, in all its phases and at any age, sacred…” ~Pope Francis

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for August 5 and 6, 2017 (First Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Scott Hamula and TBD
EM: Carol Kuklo (for Barbara Willers), Robin Hamula, Kathleen Rourke

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Lynne Stager and Maria Connell
EM: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Glenn Stamps, Beth Duff (for Mary Szymanski)

Schedule for August 12 and 13, 2017 (Second Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Kathleen Rourke and Scott Hamula
EM: Barbara Willers, Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Rich and Hilary Wong
EM: Lynne Stager, Glenn Stamps

Ministry schedules for Holy Cross

August 2017:

	8/6/17	8/13/17	8/20/17	8/27/17

Greeter in addition to Usher	C. Conroy	M. Maleski	C. Conroy	M. Maleski

Altar Ser 1	G. Frank	M. Humulock	M. Humulock	G. Frank
Altar Ser 2

Lector 1	M. Frank	P. Motill	N. Shumway	J. Leidefrost°
Lector 2	J. Swanson	K. Knapp	T. Humulock	L. Kurkchi

Extraordinary Min 1	S. Limoncelli	D. Moore	F. Grasak	L.A. Fox
Extraordinary Min 2	K. Sinkiewicz	D. Traphagen	P. Schirmer	M. Frank
Extraordinary Min 3	A. Calice	D. Brandow°	L.A. Fox	K. Sinkiewicz
		2 Envelopes
Usher 1 (Lead)	J. Taylor	S. Brandow°	J. Taylor	M. Maleski
Usher 2	M. Maleski	S. Limoncelli	T. Grasak	P. Marrella
Usher 3	P. Marrella	M. Maleski	J. Swanson	S. Limoncelli
Usher 4

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Lector Schedule

July – August – September 2017

DATE	FIRST READING from OLD TESTAMENT	SECOND READING from NEW TESTAMENT
August 6 Transfiguration of the Lord	Gerry Messmer	Millie Messmer
August 13 19^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Jeffrey Houck	Stephanie Houck
August 15 Feast of Assumption of Blessed Virgin MaryHoly Day of Obligation	Karl Messmer	Pat Messmer
August 20 20^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Gerry Messmer	Millie Messmer
August 27 21^st Sunday in Ordinary Time	Barbara Willers	Sheila Haddad
September 3 22^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Marie Roloson	Karl Messmer
September 10 23^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Gerry Messmer	Charlotte Huyler
September 1724^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Jeffrey Houck	Stephanie Houck
September 2425^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ann Buddle	Marie Roloson

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

July – August – September 2017

DATE	Precious Blood	SET UP AND PURIFICATION	Precious Blood
August 6 Transfiguration of the Lord	Mary Ruckdeschel	Chris Duthie	Charlotte Huyler
August 13 19^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Cathy Millspaugh	Michele Barr	Marie Roloson
August 15 Feast of Assumption of Blessed Virgin MaryHoly Day of Obligation	Millie Messmer	Pat Messmer	Charlotte Huyler
August 20 20^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Mary Ruckdeschel	Charlotte Huyler	Cathy Millspaugh
August 27 21^st Sunday in Ordinary Time	Jeanie Wiggins	Jennifer Sharp	Marie Roloson
September 3 22^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Michele Barr	Chris Duthie	Pat Messmer
September 10 23^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Mary Ruckdeschel	Jeanie Wiggins	Jennifer Sharp
September 17 24^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Cathy Millspaugh	Marie Roloson	Patti Perry
September 24 25^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Chris Duthie	Charlotte Huyler	Millie Messmer

REMEMBER: to take Communion to Richard Suchocki and Maryann Dendis before giving to congregation.

Altar Server Schedule:

July – August – September 2017

DATE	SERVERS
August 6 Transfiguration of the Lord	Ben & Rian
August 13 19^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Nicky & Ben
August 15 Feast of Assumption of Blessed Virgin MaryHoly Day of Obligation	Volunteer needed for 12:15 p.m. Mass
August 20 20^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ashton & Rian
August 27 21^st Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ben
September 3 22^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ashton & Rian
September 10 23^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Nicky & Ben
September 17 24^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Nicky & Ashton
September 24 25^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ben & Rian

07/23/17-cmh

July 30, 2017 ~ Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on July 28, 2017 by Kathleen Rourke

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First Reading:
“Give your servant, therefore, an understanding heart to judge your people and to distinguish right from wrong. For who is able to govern this vast people of yours?” (1 Kings 3:9)

Psalm:
Lord, I love your commands. (Ps. 119)

Second Reading:
Brothers and sisters: We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose. (Rom. 8:28)

Gospel:
“The kingdom of heaven is like a treasure buried in a field, which a person finds and hides again, and out of joy goes and sells all that he has and buys that field.” (Mt. 13:44)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
As human beings, we desire to find happiness. This desire is so strong that we often go to great lengths to discover and obtain it. Unfortunately, our search sometimes brings us to the wrong places. We mistakenly think that money, certain possessions, social status, popularity, and even power and control can satisfy the longing that exists in our hearts. Time and again, one after another, these things come up empty and we find ourselves with the same unfulfilled longing gnawing at us deep within. It is only the kingdom of God that can satisfy our desire and that ache. We are made and hardwired for this. When we discover it, we know that we have found something very special–a pearl of great price. Then, everything comes together and is put in proper order: our relationship with God, others, ourselves, and even the universe in which we live.

Words to Inspire the Faithful:
We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. ~Romans 8: 28

© Liturgical Publications Inc.

Upcoming Events:

AA Meetings: St. Francis Church, on Tuesday at 8:00 p.m.
Food Pantries: Ovid Federated Church on Mondays, 10:00 a.m. The food truck is available to everyone every other Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. (August 8 and August 22). The food pantry is at the Interlaken Reformed Church on Fridays, 3:00–6:00 p.m. The Trumansburg food pantry is at the Methodist Church every other Monday 1:00–2:00 p.m. and 5:30–6:00 p.m. (July 31 and August 14).
Fill the Bus: Beginning July 1 and ending the weekend of August 12 both Holy Cross and St. Francis Solanus churches will be collecting school supplies for Seneca County students
Summer Program at Branches Lakeside Retreat: “Sin and Mercy” facilitated by Ann Kern on August 5
Summer Religious Education Program: running from August 7–11
Summer Program at Branches Lakeside Retreat: “Most Holy Rosary” facilitated by Donna Wieand on August 15
Music Ministers Meeting: Thursday, August 24, 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus.
Parish Choir: Rehearsals begin on Tuesday, August 29, at Holy Cross Church, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Parish Celebration: Sunday, September 10, at the St. Fidelis Friary Boathouse
Solanus Casey, OFM Cap., Beatification: November 18 in Detroit, MI.

Year of the Eucharist:
“…we draw near to the Eucharist with the utmost reverence to render worship, adoration, thanksgiving and prayers of supplication to the One who alone is Lord! ‘The mode of Christ’s presence under the Eucharistic species is unique. Jesus Calls all of us It raises the Eucharist above the Sacraments as ‘the perfection of the spiritual life and end to which all the Sacraments tend.’ (Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 1374). In view of this transcendent truth, we come to understand that it is an extraordinary privilege for us to participate in the Eucharistic sacrifice, the resplendent manifestation and heart of our redemption in Christ.” (Taken from Bishop Salvatore R. Matano’s pastoral letter announcing a Year of the Eucharist in celebration of the 150 [Sesquicentennial] anniversary of the diocese. The full pastoral letter is available on the diocesan website.)

Parish Feast Day Celebration:
Save the date: Sunday, September 10, at the St. Fidelis Friary Boathouse. Mass will be at 1:00 p.m. followed by the parish annual picnic.

Ministry Fair:
The Worship Committee has begun planning for a ministry fair for late September—the beginning of October. The ministry fair provides opportunities for parishioners to volunteer for liturgical ministries and other areas of parish life depending on volunteers.

American Red Cross:
The Finger Lakes Chapter reaches from Steuben County up to the northern shores of Wayne County. They need many volunteers. Volunteers touch lives in the community every day and they are the heart and soul of the Red Cross. There are so many ways one can help. If you have any questions or if you would like further information please contact or phone 607 936 2428.

Branches Lakeside Day Retreats:
Branches Christian Rest and Renewal Center, Inc. invites you for a day of rest and renewal at their Seneca Lake property. The 2017 summer retreat schedule includes the following: “Sin and Mercy” facilitated by Ann Kern on Saturday, August 5; and “Most Holy Rosary” facilitated by Donna Wieand on Tuesday, August 15. Each retreats runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and a donation is $30 (which includes light breakfast, snacks, drinks, and lunch). For more information visit branchescenter.org or contact Donna Wieand (716) 901-4313, email: .

Great Links:
The New York State Catholic Conference has an excellent website at http://www.nyscatholic.org. It is a good way to stay informed of the issues and to quickly notify your legislators regarding issues that concern you. Another information link is the Catholic Charities USA website which offers a variety of helpful programs. See https://catholiccharitiesusa.org/advocacy-and-policy.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for July 29 and 30, 2017 (Fifth Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Barbara Willers and Kathleen Rourke
EM: Traci Bump, Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Beth Duff and Tim Davis
EM: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Mary Szymanski, Tom Duff

Schedule for August 5 and 6, 2017 (First Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Scott Hamula and Amy Panek
EM: Barbara Willers, Robin Hamula, Kathleen Rourke

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Lynne Stager and Maria Connell
EM: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Glenn Stamps, Mary Szymanski

Ministry schedules for Holy Cross

July 2017:

	7/30/17

Greeter in addition to Usher	C. Conroy

Altar Ser 1	P. Schirmer
Altar Ser 2

Lector 1	P. Motill
Lector 2	K. Knapp

Extraordinary Min 1	F. Grasak
Extraordinary Min 2	T. Humulock
Extraordinary Min 3	K. Sinkiewicz

Usher 1 (Lead)	J. Taylor
Usher 2	P. Marrella
Usher 3	S. Limoncelli
Usher 4

August 2017:

	8/6/17	8/13/17	8/20/17	8/27/17

Greeter in addition to Usher	C. Conroy	M. Maleski	C. Conroy	M. Maleski

Altar Ser 1	G. Frank	M. Humulock	M. Humulock	G. Frank
Altar Ser 2

Lector 1	M. Frank	P. Motill	N. Shumway	J. Leidefrost°
Lector 2	J. Swanson	K. Knapp	T. Humulock	L. Kurkchi

Extraordinary Min 1	S. Limoncelli	D. Moore	F. Grasak	L.A. Fox
Extraordinary Min 2	K. Sinkiewicz	D. Traphagen	P. Schirmer	M. Frank
Extraordinary Min 3	A. Calice	D. Brandow°	L.A. Fox	K. Sinkiewicz
		2 Envelopes
Usher 1 (Lead)	J. Taylor	S. Brandow°	J. Taylor	M. Maleski
Usher 2	M. Maleski	S. Limoncelli	T. Grasak	P. Marrella
Usher 3	P. Marrella	M. Maleski	J. Swanson	S. Limoncelli
Usher 4

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Lector Schedule

July – August – September 2017

DATE	FIRST READING from OLD TESTAMENT	SECOND READING from NEW TESTAMENT
July 3017^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Marie Roloson	Charlotte Huyler
August 6Transfiguration of the Lord	Gerry Messmer	Millie Messmer
August 1319^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Jeffrey Houck	Stephanie Houck
August 15Feast of Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary Holy Day of Obligation	Karl Messmer	Pat Messmer
August 2020^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Gerry Messmer	Millie Messmer
August 2721^st Sunday in Ordinary Time	Barbara Willers	Sheila Haddad
September 322^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Marie Roloson	Karl Messmer
September 1023^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Gerry Messmer	Charlotte Huyler
September 1724^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Jeffrey Houck	Stephanie Houck
September 2425^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ann Buddle	Marie Roloson

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

July – August – September 2017

DATE	Precious Blood	SET UP AND PURIFICATION	Precious Blood
July 3017^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Jeanie Wiggins	Millie Messmer	Cathy Millspaugh
August 6Transfiguration of the Lord	Mary Ruckdeschel	Chris Duthie	Charlotte Huyler
August 1319^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Cathy Millspaugh	Michele Barr	Marie Roloson
August 15Feast of Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary Holy Day of Obligation	Millie Messmer	Pat Messmer	Charlotte Huyler
August 2020^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Mary Ruckdeschel	Charlotte Huyler	Cathy Millspaugh
August 2721^st Sunday in Ordinary Time	Jeanie Wiggins	Jennifer Sharp	Marie Roloson
September 322^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Michele Barr	Chris Duthie	Pat Messmer
September 1023^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Mary Ruckdeschel	Jeanie Wiggins	Jennifer Sharp
September 1724^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Cathy Millspaugh	Marie Roloson	Patti Perry
September 2425^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Chris Duthie	Charlotte Huyler	Millie Messmer

REMEMBER: to take Communion to Richard Suchocki and Maryann Dendis before giving to congregation.

Altar Server Schedule:

July – August – September 2017

DATE	SERVERS
July 3017^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ashton & Rian
August 6Transfiguration of the Lord	Ben & Rian
August 1319^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Nicky & Ben
August 15Feast of Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary Holy Day of Obligation	Volunteer needed for 12:15 p.m. Mass
August 2020^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ashton & Rian
August 2721^st Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ben
September 322^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ashton & Rian
September 1023^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Nicky & Ben
September 1724^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Nicky & Ashton
September 2425^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Ben & Rian

07/23/17-cmh

July 23, 2017 ~ Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on July 23, 2017 by Kathleen Rourke

Year of the Eucharist June 18, 2017 ~ June 3, 2018

16th Sunday Ordinary field Horiz

First Reading:
But though you are master of might, you judge with clemency, and with much lenience you govern us; for power, whenever you will, attends you. (Wis. 12:18)

Psalm:
Lord, you are good and forgiving. (Ps. 86)

Second Reading:
Brothers and sisters: 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:
“The Son of Man will send his angels, and they will collect out of his kingdom all who cause others to sin and all evildoers. They will throw them into the fiery furnace, where there will be wailing and grinding of teeth. Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father.” (Mt. 13:41-43a)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
Today we are presented with the parable of the weeds and the wheat. We struggle with the imperfection that exists in our world. This imperfection shows itself in human sinfulness with its consequences–disease, natural disasters, suffering, and even death. We wonder why God did not simply make everything perfect right from the beginning so that harmony, peace, and tranquility would be the norm. God builds free will into us and into our world so that we can learn to freely love him. Anything less than this would not provide the freedom to choose to acknowledge and develop our relationship with our Creator. For now, the weeds and the wheat must coexist. Our faith teaches us that we live and walk in hope that when the harvest comes only the wheat of God’s love will remain.

Words to Inspire the Faithful:
“The word of God is a light to the mind and a fire to the will.” ~St. Lawrence of Brindisi

© Liturgical Publications Inc.

Upcoming Events:

AA Meetings: St. Francis Church, on Tuesday at 8:00 p.m.
Food Pantries: Ovid Federated Church on Mondays, 10:00 a.m. The food truck is available to everyone every other Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. (July 25 and August 8). The food pantry is at the Interlaken Reformed Church on Fridays, 3:00–6:00 p.m. The Trumansburg food pantry is at the Methodist Church every other Monday 1:00–2:00 p.m. and 5:30–6:00 p.m. (July 31 and August 14).
Fill the Bus: Beginning July 1 and ending the weekend of August 12 both Holy Cross and St. Francis Solanus churches will be collecting school supplies for Seneca County students
Feast Day of St. James the Apostle is on July 25: There will be a 7:00 p.m. Mass (therefore no 9:00 a.m. Mass that day) followed by an ice cream social.
Mass for Barbara Mearse: The Mass for a Deceased Person will be celebrated on Thursday, July 27, at 9:00 a.m. at St. James the Apostle.
Summer Program at Branches Lakeside Retreat on July 28: “Amazing Grace” facilitated by Fr. Brendan P. Buckley, OFM, Capuchin
Seneca Summer Music Festival: July 29 at 7:30 p.m. at the South Seneca High School auditorium, Ovid
Summer Program at Branches Lakeside Retreat on August 5: “Sin and Mercy” facilitated by Ann Kern on Saturday
Summer Religious Education Program: running from August 7–11
Summer Program at Branches Lakeside Retreat on August 15: “Most Holy Rosary” facilitated by Donna Wieand
Parish Celebration: the second Sunday of September (this year September 10) will be the day we annually celebrate our parish.
Solanus Casey, OFM Cap., Beatification: November 18 in Detroit, MI.

Year of the Eucharist:
“When we approach the Eucharistic celebration, the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, we enter into an encounter with the Lord, like no other, and it demands our very best in prayer and participation. Among our people there is a deep Jesus Calls all of us appreciation for, and desire to renew a sense of the transcendent and awesome nature of the Most Holy Eucharist. The liturgical prayers of the Mass proclaim the doctrine, the truths of the creed which are the very foundation of our Catholic Faith. We do not create the Mass or own the sacraments; the Eucharist, the sacraments, are Jesus’s gift to His Church. Jesus is the one who instituted the Eucharist and now in time has shared this gift of Himself with us. St. John Chrysostom confirms this teaching: ‘It is not man that causes the things offered to become the Body and Blood of Christ, but He who was crucified for us, Christ Himself. The priest, in the role of Christ, pronounces these words, but their power and grace are God’s. This is my body, he says. This word transforms the things offered.’ ” (Taken from Bishop Salvatore R. Matano’s pastoral letter announcing a “Year of the Eucharist” in celebration of the 150 [Sesquicentennial] anniversary of the diocese. The full pastoral letter is available on the diocesan website.)

St. James Feast Day:
This Tuesday, July 25, is the feast day of St. James the Apostle. There will be a 7:00 p.m. Mass (therefore no 9:00 a.m. Mass that day) followed by an ice cream social. Rita Demerest, Laurenda Denmark, Gerri Todi, and Barbara Willers are preparing this event. Bring the children. All are invited. A free will offering will be accepted.

Young People (Ages 16–29):
Pope Francis has requested worldwide feedback concerning issues that will be addressed at the October 2018 Synod of Bishops on “Young People, Faith, and Vocational Discernment.” To prepare for next year’s Synod, Pope Francis has written a “Letter to Young People” (ages 16–29). The letter is available through a link on the Diocese of Rochester homepage website www.dor.org. The letter is also available in the foyer of our churches. In response to the Holy Father’s request, the diocese invites the young to respond to an online questionnaire at www.surveymonkey.com/r/TXNSXP5. Please encourage young people to take time to answer the questionnaire. One does not need to answer all the questions, just answer as many as possible based on one’s experiences. It is not a lengthy questionnaire.

Faith Formation Summer Program:
Registration is now open for children grades 1–7 for the Religion Education Summer Program which runs from Monday, August 7, through Friday, August 8. The program begins at 8:30 a.m. each day and concludes at 3:30 p.m. It will be held at St. Fidelis Friary Boat House, 7790 County Road 153, Interlaken. The fee is $40 per family payable on the first day of classes. Arrangements can be made if this fee creates a hardship for any family. If this is the case, please talk with Father about options. Please register by Friday, July 28. Parents register on line at the address given in the mailed email communiqué. If you need more information please contact Andy Morpurgo, . Children attending should bring a packed lunch, water bottle, swim suit, towel, and, a must: water shoes, and sunscreen.

Mass for Barbara Mearse:
Barbara Mearse, a faithful parishioner, died on June 28, 2017. There was no funeral Mass at the time of her death due to various circumstances. Instead the Mass for a Deceased Person will be celebrated for her on Thursday, July 27, at 9:00 a.m. at St. James the Apostle.

Seneca Summer Music Festival:
The Seneca Summer Music Festival Orchestra will be conducted by S. Sade Zajac on Saturday, July 29, at 7:30 p.m. at the South Seneca High School auditorium in Ovid. Admission is free. Donations will go to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. It is always a great event and all are welcome.

Gardening Enthusiasts Needed:
St. James is in need of help with our Building and Grounds Committee and welcome all to join our group. The committee is especially interested in volunteers to help make the grounds beautiful. You don’t need to join the committee to help make the grounds lovely. Maybe you would enjoy taking a small area and designating it as your own to plant and garden as you wish. You could also get together with a few friends to plant your favorite flowers and bushes. If interested please contact Kathleen Rourke at or Sandy Tielens at , co-chairs of the St. James Building and Grounds Committee. We look forward to hearing from you. We need you!

Branches Lakeside Day Retreats:
Branches Christian Rest and Renewal Center, Inc. invites you for a day of rest and renewal at our Seneca Lake property. Our 2017 summer retreat schedule is: “Amazing Grace” facilitated by Fr. Brendan P. Buckley, OFM, Capuchin on Friday, July 28; “Sin and Mercy” facilitated by Ann Kern on Saturday, August 5; and “Most Holy Rosary” facilitated by Donna Wieand on Tuesday, August 15. Each retreats runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and a donation is $30 (which includes light breakfast, snacks, drinks, and lunch). For more information visit branchescenter.org or contact Donna Wieand (716) 901-4313, email: .

The Jacksonville Attic Thrift Shop:
A fresh supply of household item, camping supplies, books, craft supplies, and glassware cover the tables and fill the shelves. The clothing closet room holds an assortment of spring and summer clothes and toys just waiting for you and your family, including a large stock of next-to-new summer children’s clothing. Donations gladly received during business hours. They are open Tuesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Attic Thrift Shop is located in the Old School House next to the Jacksonville Community United Methodist Church at 1869 Route 96 in Jacksonville.

Parish Feast Day Celebration:
In the Church’s calendar of feast days there is no date given for Mary, Mother of Mercy. Other churches having that name choose their own date to celebrate. After discussion with the Parish Council in early April and a brief discussion at the June meeting, the Worship Committee met on June 13 and recommended to Fr. Bernard that the second Sunday of September (this year September 10) be the day we celebrate our parish feast day. Suggestions have been made to have an outdoor Mass (weather permitting) at St. Fidelis Friary in early afternoon followed by our annual parish picnic at the boathouse.

Ministry Fair:
The Worship Committee has begun planning for a Ministry Fair for late September—the beginning of October. The Ministry Fair provides opportunities for parishioners to volunteer for Liturgical ministries and other areas of parish life depending on volunteers.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for July 29 and 30, 2017 (Fifth Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Barbara Willers and Kathleen Rourke
EM: Traci Bump, Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Beth Duff and Tim Davis
EM: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Mary Szymanski, Tom Duff

Schedule for August 5 and 6, 2017 (First Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Scott Hamula and Amy Panek
EM: Barbara Willers, Robin Hamula, Kathleen Rourke

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Lynne Stager and Maria Connell
EM: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Glenn Stamps, Mary Szymanski

Ministry schedules for Holy Cross

July 2017:

	7/30/17

Greeter in addition to Usher	C. Conroy

Altar Ser 1	P. Schirmer
Altar Ser 2

Lector 1	P. Motill
Lector 2	K. Knapp

Extraordinary Min 1	F. Grasak
Extraordinary Min 2	T. Humulock
Extraordinary Min 3	K. Sinkiewicz

Usher 1 (Lead)	J. Taylor
Usher 2	P. Marrella
Usher 3	S. Limoncelli
Usher 4

August 2017:

	7/2/17	7/9/17	7/16/17	7/23/17	7/30/17

Greeter in addition to Usher	C. Conroy	M. Maleski	C. Conroy	M. Maleski	C. Conroy

Altar Ser 1	M. Humulock	G. Frank	G. Frank	G. Frank	P. Schirmer
Altar Ser 2

Lector 1	L. Kurkchi	N. Shumway	M. Humulock	E. Moore	P. Motill
Lector 2	P. Motill	E. Moore	J. Swanson	J. Leidefrost°	K. Knapp

Extraordinary Min 1	G. Frank	D. Moore	L.A. Fox	D. Moore	F. Grasak
Extraordinary Min 2	D. Traphagen	M. Frank	D. Brandow	A. Calice	T. Humulock
Extraordinary Min 3	A. Calice	T. Humulock	S. Limoncelli	D. Traphagen	K. Sinkiewicz
		3 Envelopes
Usher 1 (Lead)	J. Taylor	J. Taylor	S. Brandow	T. Grasak	J. Taylor
Usher 2	J. Swanson	T. Grasak	M. Maleski	S. Limoncelli	P. Marrella
Usher 3	P. Marrella	M. Maleski	P. Marrella	M. Maleski	S. Limoncelli
Usher 4

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Lector Schedule

July – August – September 2017

DATE

FIRST READING from OLD TESTAMENT

SECOND READING from NEW TESTAMENT

July 30

17^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Marie Roloson

Charlotte Huyler

August 6

Transfiguration of the Lord

Gerry Messmer

Millie Messmer

August 13

19^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Jeffrey Houck

Stephanie Houck

August 15

Feast of Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary

Holy Day of Obligation

Karl Messmer

Pat Messmer

August 20

20^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Gerry Messmer

Millie Messmer

August 27

21^st Sunday in Ordinary Time

Barbara Willers

Sheila Haddad

September 3

22^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Marie Roloson

Karl Messmer

September 10

23^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Gerry Messmer

Charlotte Huyler

September 17

24^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Jeffrey Houck

Stephanie Houck

September 24

25^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Ann Buddle

Marie Roloson

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

July – August – September 2017

DATE

Precious Blood

SET UP AND PURIFICATION

Precious Blood

July 30

17^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Jeanie Wiggins

Millie Messmer

Cathy Millspaugh

August 6

Transfiguration of the Lord

Mary Ruckdeschel

Chris Duthie

Charlotte Huyler

August 13

19^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Cathy Millspaugh

Michele Barr

Marie Roloson

August 15

Feast of Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary

Holy Day of Obligation

Millie Messmer

Pat Messmer

Charlotte Huyler

August 20

20^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Mary Ruckdeschel

Charlotte Huyler

Cathy Millspaugh

August 27

21^st Sunday in Ordinary Time

Jeanie Wiggins

Jennifer Sharp

Marie Roloson

September 3

22^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Michele Barr

Chris Duthie

Pat Messmer

September 10

23^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Mary Ruckdeschel

Jeanie Wiggins

Jennifer Sharp

September 17

24^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Cathy Millspaugh

Marie Roloson

Patti Perry

September 24

25^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Chris Duthie

Charlotte Huyler

Millie Messmer

REMEMBER: to take Communion to Richard Suchocki and Maryann Dendis before giving to congregation.

Altar Server Schedule:

July – August – September 2017

DATE

SERVERS

July 30

17^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Ashton & Rian

August 6

Transfiguration of the Lord

Ben & Rian

August 13

19^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Nicky & Ben

August 15

Feast of Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary

Holy Day of Obligation

Volunteer needed for 12:15 p.m. Mass

August 20

20^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Ashton & Rian

August 27

21^st Sunday in Ordinary Time

Ben

September 3

22^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Ashton & Rian

September 10

23^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Nicky & Ben

September 17

24^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Nicky & Ashton

September 24

25^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Ben & Rian

07/23/17-cmh

July 16, 2017 ~ Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on July 14, 2017 by Kathleen Rourke

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Year of the Eucharist June 18, 2017 – June 3, 2018

First Reading:
My word shall not return to me void, but shall do my will, achieving the end for which I sent it. (Is. 55: 11b)

Psalm:
The seed that falls on good ground will yield a fruitful harvest. (Ps. 65)

Second Reading:
Brothers and sisters: I consider that the sufferings of this present time are as nothing compared with the glory to be revealed for us. (Rom. 8: 18)

Gospel:
“The seed sown among thorns is the one who hears the word, but then worldly anxiety and the lure of riches choke the word and it bears no fruit. But the seed sown on rich soil is the one who hears the word and understands it, who indeed bears fruit and yields a hundred or sixty or thirtyfold.” (Mt. 13: 22-23)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
We are reminded today that the seed that falls on good ground will yield a fruitful harvest. What kind of soil do we have? God’s word needs to take root in our lives so that we can remain faithful not only when life is easy but when it gets challenging and difficult. Anxiety, worldly cares and concerns, personal challenges, experiences of loss and death, and even fear and disappointment can prevent us from trusting God’s promise. We can even find ourselves doubting God’s fidelity and lose touch with his presence. Our soil can easily become rocky, hard, and unyielding. Open your eyes and ears today and let all that is around you lead you to God’s presence. Then, do all in your power to cultivate and nurture a life that is eager to receive him and fertile for growing the seeds of God’s kingdom.

Words to Inspire the Faithful:
“I am not my own; I have given myself to Jesus. He must be my only love.” ~St. Kateri Tekakwitha

©Liturgical Publications Inc.

Upcoming Events:

AA Meetings: St. Francis Church, on Tuesday at 8:00 p.m.
Food Pantries: Ovid Federated Church on Mondays, 10:00 a.m. The food truck is available to everyone every other Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. (July 25 and August 11). The food pantry is at the Interlaken Reformed Church on Fridays, 3:00–6:00 p.m. The Trumansburg food pantry is at the Methodist Church every other Monday 1:00–2:00 p.m. and 5:30–6:00 p.m. (July 17 and July 31).
Fill the Bus: Beginning July 1 and ending the weekend of August 12 both Holy Cross and St. Francis Solanus churches will be collecting school supplies for Seneca County students
Francis Solanus feast day is July 16: After the 8:15 a.m. Mass a breakfast will be served in the Annex
Catholic Charities’ Open House: Tuesday, July 18, between 2:00 and 4:30 p.m., at 324 West Buffalo Street in Ithaca. At 5:00 p.m. Bishop Matano will celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving at Immaculate Conception church.
Finance Council Meeting: July 20 at 1:30 p.m. at the Parish Center
Feast Day of St. James the Apostle is on July 25: There will be a 7:00 p.m. Mass (therefore no 9:00 a.m. Mass that day) followed by an ice cream social.
Mass for Barbara Mearse: The Mass for a Deceased Person will be celebrated on Thursday, July 27, at 9:00 a.m. at St. James the Apostle.
Summer Religious Education Program: running from August 7–11
Parish celebration: the second Sunday of September (this year September 10) will be the day we annually celebrate our parish.
Solanus Casey, OFM Cap., Beatification: November 18 in Detroit, MI.

Cemeteries:
The cemetery committees of St. James the Apostle and Holy Cross are looking to increase their membership. There is a need for more people to become familiar with the cemeteries and their operation. It is an opportune time for new members because the Diocese of Rochester has initiated a wonderful new program for cemeteries. The more people we have that know the program the better off will be our parish cemeteries. Please phone the parish office to volunteer for membership on the committee.

Year of the Eucharist:
The following is taken from Bishop Matano’s pastoral letter announcing a “Year of the Eucharist” in celebration of the 150 (Sesquicentennial) anniversary of the diocese. “…Pope Francis instructs us: ‘The Eucharist is Jesus Himself who gives Himself entirely to us. Nourishing ourselves of Him and abiding in Him through Eucharistic Communion, if we do so with faith, transforms our life, transforms it into a gift to God and to our brothers and sisters. Nourishing ourselves of that Bread of Life means entering into harmony with the heart of Christ, assimilating His choices, His thoughts, His behaviors. It means entering into a dynamism of love and becoming people of peace, people of forgiveness, of reconciliation, of sharing in solidarity. The very things that Jesus did.’ (Pope Francis, Angelus Message, August 16, 2015).” The full pastoral letter is available on the diocesan website.

Feast Day of St. Francis Solanus:
This Sunday is the feast day of St. Francis Solanus. All are invited to a breakfast (eggs, sausage, bacon, etc.) after the 8:15 a.m. Mass. A free will offering will be accepted. Thank you to Kevin Barr, Charlotte Huyler, and Jennifer and Shane Sharp for preparing this event.

Feast Day of St. James the Apostle:
July 25 is the feast day of St. James the Apostle. This year it falls on a Tuesday. There will be a 7:00 p.m. Mass (therefore no 9:00 a.m. Mass that day) followed by an ice cream social. Rita Demerest, Laurenda Denmark, Gerri Todi, and Barbara Willers are preparing this event. Bring the children. All are invited. A free will offering will be accepted.

Young People:
Pope Francis has requested worldwide feedback concerning issues that will be addressed at the October 2018 Synod of Bishops on “Young People, Faith, and Vocational Discernment.” To prepare for next year’s Synod, Pope Francis has written a “Letter to Young People” (ages 16–29). The letter is available through a link on the Diocese of Rochester homepage website www.dor.org. The letter is also available in the foyer of our churches. In response to the Holy Father’s request, the diocese invites the young to respond to an online questionnaire at www.surveymonkey.com/r/TXNSXP5. Please encourage young people to take time to answer the questionnaire. One does not need to answer all the questions, just answer as many as possible based on one’s experiences. It is not a lengthy questionnaire.

Summer Religious Education:
The Word Committee announces that they are planning for the first summer religious education program this year running from August 7–11. A signup sheet will soon be online. Please save the dates and be on the lookout for the sign up link. If you have any questions you may contact Andy Morpurgo at ,or any of the religious education teachers.

Mass for Barbara Mearse:
Barbara Mearse, a faithful parishioner, died on June 28, 2017. There was no funeral Mass at the time of her death due to circumstances. Instead the Mass for a Deceased Person will be celebrated for her on Thursday, July 27, at 9:00 a.m. at St. James the Apostle.

2016-2017 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA):
A donation was made to our parish to offset the majority of the CMA bill, which amounted to $1,064. The one who made the donation wishes to remain anonymous. However, a public thank you is offered for the generous gift which is much appreciated.

Sunday Is a Holy Day of Obligation:
The following is the average attendance at our weekend Masses for the month of June: 76 at the 5:00 p.m. / 90 at the 8:15 a.m. / 112 at the 9:30 a.m. / 74 at the 11:00 a.m. Catholics invite Catholics “Come to Mass in the Lord’s house on the Lord’s day.”

Capuchin Franciscans Raffle:
Again thank you to all parishioners who purchased raffle tickets. Our parishioners contributed $1,500 toward the raffle. The drawing was held on June 30, and the winning tickets were: first prize of $3,500 to Jim Digilio, in Naples, FL.; second prize of $1,000 to Trinh Pham in Reisterstown, MD.; and the third prize of $500 to Linda Renner in Otisville, NY. A flyer is posted in the foyers of the churches announcing the winners and expressing gratitude for the help given to the Capuchin Franciscans of the Province of St. Mary (NY-NE).

Diocese of Rochester Missions:
The Diocesan office of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith sent a letter to the parish expressing a thank you for the collection taken up for the Sisters of St. Joseph in Brazil and the Sisters of Mercy in Chile which amounted to $1,092.75. The diocesan director, Rev. Robert C. Bradler, authored the letter.

Catholic Charities Twentieth Anniversary:
Since opening its doors in Tompkins County in 1997, Catholic Charities has served thousands of low income and vulnerable people, thanks to the support of this community. Please stop by Catholic Charities’ Open House on Tuesday, July 18, between 2:00 and 4:30 p.m., at 324 West Buffalo Street in Ithaca, to learn more about Catholic Charities’ programs serving homeless women, families, immigrants, refugees and others in need. At 5:00 p.m. Bishop Matano will celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving at Immaculate Conception church that day. All are welcomed to attend.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for July 15 and 16, 2017 (Third Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Carol Kuklo and Barbara Willers
EM: Kathleen Rourke, Cathy DelSignore, Traci Bump

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Glenn Stamps and Nancy Olszewski
EM: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Tom and Beth Duff

Schedule for July 22 and 23, 2017 (Fourth Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Paul Povinelli and Carol Kuklo
EM: Cathy DelSignore, Joan Hogan

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Mark Scibilia-Carver and Beth Duff
EM: Mary Szymanski, Glenn Stamps

Schedule for July 29 and 30, 2017 (Fifth Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Barbara Willers and Kathleen Rourke
EM: Traci Bump, Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Beth Duff and Tim Davis
EM: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Mary Szymanski, Tom Duff

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

July 2017:

	7/16/17	7/23/17	7/30/17

Greeter in addition to Usher	C. Conroy	M. Maleski	C. Conroy

Altar Ser 1	G. Frank	G. Frank	P. Schirmer
Altar Ser 2

Lector 1	M. Humulock	E. Moore	P. Motill
Lector 2	J. Swanson	J. Leidefrost°	K. Knapp

Extraordinary Min 1	L.A. Fox	D. Moore	F. Grasak
Extraordinary Min 2	D. Brandow	A. Calice	T. Humulock
Extraordinary Min 3	S. Limoncelli	D. Traphagen	K. Sinkiewicz

Usher 1 (Lead)	S. Brandow	T. Grasak	J. Taylor
Usher 2	M. Maleski	S. Limoncelli	P. Marrella
Usher 3	P. Marrella	M. Maleski	S. Limoncelli
Usher 4

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Lector Schedule

(forthcoming)

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:

(forthcoming)

July 9, 2017 ~ Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on July 10, 2017 by Kathleen Rourke

14 Sun.Ordinary JC Script

Year of the Eucharist June 18, 2017 – June 3, 2018

First Reading:
Thus says the LORD: Rejoice heartily, O daughter Zion, shout for joy, O daughter Jerusalem! See, your king shall come to you; a just savior is he, meek, and riding on an ass, on a colt, the foal of an ass. (Zec. 9: 9)

Psalm:
I will praise your name forever, my king and my God. (Ps. 145)
Or:
Alleluia.

Second Reading:
If the Spirit of the one who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, the one who raised Christ from the dead will give life to your mortal bodies also, through his Spirit that dwells in you. (Rom. 8: 11)

Gospel:
“Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves. For my yoke is easy, and my burden light.” (Mt. 11: 28–30)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
Jesus tells us, “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.” These words may seem a bit contradictory at first given how hard it can often be to be a disciple and live as Jesus taught. While the Gospel can be difficult, it is never a burden. On another occasion Jesus says of his Father, “It is mercy I desire, not sacrifice.” God desires our hearts and when we give him our hearts we become free. We become free of ourselves and discover the joy that comes from serving God and others. We can easily get very rigid in terms of our faith, think that we know better, and place expectations on others that can be more of a burden than a source of new life. Are we willing to be open and learn from Jesus?

Words to Inspire the Faithful:
“In everything, whether it is a thing sensed or a thing known, God Himself is hidden within.” ~ St. Bonaventure

©Liturgical Publications Inc.

Upcoming Events:

AA Meetings: St. Francis Church, on Tuesday at 8:00 p.m.
Food Pantries: Ovid Federated Church on Mondays, 10:00 a.m. The food truck is available to everyone every other Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. (July 11 and July 23). The food pantry is at the Interlaken Reformed Church on Fridays, 3:00–6:00 p.m. The Trumansburg food pantry is at the Methodist Church every other Monday 1:00–2:00 p.m. and 5:30–6:00 p.m. (July 17 and July 31).
Fill the Bus: Beginning July 1 and ending the weekend of August 12 both Holy Cross and St. Francis Solanus churches will be collecting school supplies for Seneca County students
St. Francis Solanus feast day is July 16: After the 8:15 a.m. Mass a breakfast will be served in the Annex
Catholic Charities’ Open House: Tuesday, July 18, between 2:00 and 4:30 p.m., at 324 West Buffalo Street in Ithaca. At 5:00 p.m. Bishop Matano will celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving at Immaculate Conception church.
Feast Day of St. James the Apostle is on July 25: There will be a 7:00 p.m. Mass (therefore no 9:00 a.m. Mass that day) followed by an ice cream social.
Parish celebration: the second Sunday of September (this year September 10) will be the day we annually celebrate our parish.
Solanus Casey, OFM Cap., Beatification: November 18 in Detroit, MI.

Funeral: Barbara Mearse died on Wednesday, June 28. She was buried in St. James the Apostle Cemetery on Friday, June 30, 2017.

The Church in Central and Eastern Europe:
This week, our second collection will be for the Church in Central and Eastern Europe. Your donation today helps restore the Church and build the future in twenty countries, many of which still struggle to recover in the aftermath of Soviet rule. Funds from this collection help support reconstruction, education, formation, and poverty outreach. More information can be found at www.usccb.org/ccee. Thank you for your generosity.

Year of the Eucharist:
The following is taken from Bishop Matano’s pastoral letter announcing a “Year of the Eucharist” in celebration of the 150 (Sesquicentennial) anniversary of the diocese. “…The month after his election, Benedict XVI delivered a homily to conclude the twenty-fourth Italian National Eucharistic Congress on the Congress’ theme, Without Sunday, We Cannot Live, saying: ‘The Sunday precept is not, therefore, an externally imposed duty, a burden on our shoulders. On the contrary, taking part in the Mass, being nourished by the Eucharist and experiencing the communion of our brothers and sisters in Christ is a need for Christians, it is a joy. Christians can replenish the energy they need to continue on the journey we must make each week’…” The full pastoral letter is available on the diocesan website.

Maintenance Fund Envelope:
There will not be a second collection for the Maintenance Fund this month of July. The collection is normally taken up on the second weekend of the month. However, this month the Church in Eastern and Central Europe collection will be taken up on that weekend. Please deposit the Maintenance Fund envelope in the regular weekend collection.

Feast Day of St. Francis Solanus:
In the United States St. Francis Solanus feast day is July 16 (a week from this Sunday). To enhance the celebration, after the 8:15 a.m. Mass a breakfast will be served in the Annex (eggs, sausage, bacon, etc.) prepared by Kevin Barr, Charlotte Huyler, and Jennifer and Shane Sharp. A free will offering will be accepted. All are invited.

Young People:
Pope Francis has requested worldwide feedback concerning issues that will be addressed at the October 2018 Synod of Bishops on “Young People, Faith, and Vocational Discernment.” To prepare for next year’s Synod, Pope Francis has written a “Letter to Young People” (ages 16–29). The letter is available through a link on the Diocese of Rochester homepage website www.dor.org. The letter is also available in the foyer of our churches. In response to the Holy Father’s request, the diocese invites the young to respond to an online questionnaire at www.surverymonkey.com/r/TXNSXP5. Please encourage young people to take time to answer the questionnaire. One does not need to answer all the questions, just answer as many as possible based on one’s experiences. It is not a lengthy questionnaire.

Holy Cross Buildings and Grounds:
This committee is in need of membership to review and suggest planning for the maintenance of the Holy Cross’s buildings and grounds. The committee meets about six times a year. The next meeting is July 19 (Wednesday), at a time yet to be set. If interested in helping, please contact David Moore at or phone 315 585 6227. You may also contact Fr. Bernard at the Parish Center.

2016–2017 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA):
Our given parish goal was $29,855. At the end of May, the completion of the appeal, our parishioners contributed $28,791. We were shy of the goal by $1,064. On behalf of the Diocese, “Thank you” to all who made a pledge and donated to the appeal. You are wonderful for your participation in support of our diocesan needs which directly and indirectly gives support to our parish. May the Lord reward you many times over for your generosity.

Sunday, a Holy Day of Obligation:
The following is the average attendance at our weekend Masses for the month of May: 92 at the 5:00 p.m. Mass, 72 at the 8:15 a.m. Mass, 96 at the 9:30 a.m. Mass, and 76 at the 11:00 a.m. Mass. Catholics invite Catholics “Come to Mass in the Lord’s house on the Lord’s day.”

Fill the Bus School Supply Collection:
Beginning July 1 and ending the weekend of August 12 both Holy Cross and St. Francis Solanus churches will be collecting school supplies for the “Fill the Bus” collection for Seneca County students. We are in need of glue sticks; pencils; blue and black pens; rulers; thick and thin magic markers; crayons; one subject spiral notebooks; composition books; loose leaf paper; 1, 1 ½, and 2 inch binders; tab dividers; two pocket folders; and pencil cases. All supplies will be collected at the Fayette Fire Department on August 16 and then taken to the four school districts in the county. We will need volunteers to help sort and box the collected supplies on August 16. If you’re able donate an hour or more of your time to help, it would be greatly appreciated as always. Please contact Gerald Frank 869-5009 or email: .

Hearing Impaired:
Holy Cross Church has portable transmitters available for the hearing impaired. Before Mass, please go to the sacristy and inquire about this service.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for July 15 and 16, 2017 (Third Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Carol Kuklo and Barbara Willers
EM: Kathleen Rourke, Cathy DelSignore, Traci Bump

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Glenn Stamps and Nancy Olszewski
EM: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Tom and Beth Duff

Schedule for July 22 and 23, 2017 (Fourth Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Paul Povinelli and Carol Kuklo
EM: Cathy DelSignore, Joan Hogan

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Mark Scibilia-Carver and Beth Duff
EM: Mary Szymanski, Glenn Stamps

Schedule for July 29 and 30, 2017 (Fifth Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Barbara Willers and Kathleen Rourke
EM: Traci Bump, Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Tim Davis and Lynne Stager
EM: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Mary Szymanski

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

July 2017:

	7/16/17	7/23/17	7/30/17

Greeter in addition to Usher	C. Conroy	M. Maleski	C. Conroy

Altar Ser 1	G. Frank	G. Frank	P. Schirmer
Altar Ser 2

Lector 1	M. Humulock	E. Moore	P. Motill
Lector 2	J. Swanson	J. Leidefrost°	K. Knapp

Extraordinary Min 1	L.A. Fox	D. Moore	F. Grasak
Extraordinary Min 2	D. Brandow	A. Calice	T. Humulock
Extraordinary Min 3	S. Limoncelli	D. Traphagen	K. Sinkiewicz

Usher 1 (Lead)	S. Brandow	T. Grasak	J. Taylor
Usher 2	M. Maleski	S. Limoncelli	P. Marrella
Usher 3	P. Marrella	M. Maleski	S. Limoncelli
Usher 4

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Lector Schedule

(forthcoming)

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:

(forthcoming)

July 2, 2017 ~ Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Kathleen Rourke

13th Sunday Ordinary Time

First Reading:
So she said to her husband, “I know that Elisha is a holy man of God. Since he visits us often, let us arrange a little room on the roof and furnish it for him with a bed, table, chair, and lamp, so that when he comes to us he can stay there.” (2 Kgs. 4:9-10)

Psalm:
For ever I will sing the goodness of the Lord. (Ps. 89)

Second Reading:
If, then, we have died with Christ, we believe that we shall also live with him. (Rom. 6:8)

Gospel:
“Whoever gives only a cup of cold water to one of these little ones to drink because the little one is a disciple–amen, I say to you, he will surely not lose his reward.” (Mt. 10:42)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
How does your commitment to Jesus Christ affect your life? Our faith is not just a private affair but something that influences all of our relationships. Our baptism brings us into a very intimate relationship with God and makes us a brother or a sister to all of God’s children. That identity we share colors how we relate to them and the level of responsibility we have to them. If we open ourselves to truly receive our God as Father and those with whom we journey as brothers and sisters, it can profoundly change and affect us. How has your baptism changed you?

Words to Inspire the Faithful:
“The truest crosses are those we do not choose ourselves.” ~St. Rose Philippine Duchesne

Upcoming Events:

AA Meetings: St. Francis Church, on Tuesday at 8:00 p.m.
Food Pantries: Ovid Federated Church on Mondays, 10:00 a.m. The food truck is available to everyone every other Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. (July 11 and July 23). The food pantry is at the Interlaken Reformed Church on Fridays, 3:00–6:00 p.m. The Trumansburg food pantry is at the Methodist Church every other Monday 1:00–2:00 p.m. and 5:30–6:00 p.m. (July 3 and July 17).
Independence Day: There will be no 9:00 a.m. Mass in Tuesday, July 4
Going Away Pass-the-dish Dinner: Thursday, July 6, at 6:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus Annex for parishioners Chris and Gene Carroll. All are welcome.
St. Francis Solanus feast day is July 16. Plans are being made for a breakfast to be served after the 8:15 a.m. Mass in the Annex
Feast Day of St. James the Apostle is on July 25: Plans are being made to have a Mass at 7:00 p.m. instead of 9:00 a.m. to allow for more people to participate. The evening Mass will be followed by an ice cream social.
Parish celebration: the second Sunday of September (this year September 10) will be the day we annually celebrate our parish.
Solanus Casey, OFM Cap., Beatification: November 18 in Detroit, MI.

The Church in Central and Eastern Europe:
Next week, we will take up the collection for the church in Central and Eastern Europe. This collection supports the church in over twenty countries, many of which are still struggling to recover in the aftermath of Soviet rule. Funds from this collection support pastoral care, catechesis, building renovations and seminary formation. Your support restores the church and builds the future in this region. Please prayerfully consider how you can support the collection next week. More information can be found at www.usccb.org/ccee.

Save the Date:
There will be a going away pass-the-dish dinner this Thursday, July 6, at 6:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus Annex for parishioners Chris and Gene Carroll, who will be moving away from Interlaken. Please bring your own table service. Dessert will be provided. Those planning to attend, please use the sign-up sheet in the vestibule. All are welcome.

Year of the Eucharist:
The following is taken from Bishop Salvatore R. Matano’s, pastoral letter announcing a “Year of the Eucharist” in celebration of the 150 (Sesquicentennial) anniversary of the diocese. “… I wish to share with you some reflections upon the greatest treasure we have, the gift of the Most Holy Eucharist and the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. … Let us all take to heart and believe these beautiful words offered to God in solemn prayer: ‘For at the Last Supper with His Apostles, establishing for the ages to come the saving memorial of the Cross, Jesus offered Himself to you as the unblemished Lamb, the acceptable gift of perfect praise. Nourishing you faithful by this sacred mystery, you make them holy so that the human race, bounded by one world, may be enlightened by one faith and united by one bond of charity.” (Preface II of the Most Holy Eucharist). In our Catholic faith, the Most Holy Eucharist is our greatest blessing from Jesus Himself.” The full pastoral letter is available on the diocesan website.

Trumansburg Area Churches Food Pantry:
Please bring non-perishable food items to St. James the Apostle Church next weekend. Place them or monetary donations on the table located in the front of the church at the statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

July Fourth, Independence Day:
There will be no 9:00 a.m. Mass in Tuesday, July 4, our national holiday.

Feast Day of St. Francis Solanus:
In the United States St. Francis Solanus feast day is July 16. This year that date falls on a Sunday. Plans are being made for a breakfast to be served after the 8:15 a.m. Mass in the Annex. All parishioners are invited to come and help celebrate the feast day.

Feast Day of St. James the Apostle:
July 25 is the feast day of St. James the Apostle. This year it falls on a Tuesday. Plans are being made to eliminate the 9:00 a.m. Mass that day and instead have a Mass at 7:00 p.m. to allow for more people to participate. The Mass will be followed by an ice cream social. All parishioners are invited to join in this celebration of St. James the Apostle.

Thank You:

The Capuchin Franciscans of the Province of St. Mary say thank you for the purchase of raffle tickets which amounted to $1,500. We hope that our parishioners are winners in this raffle.
Birthright of Ithaca sends a thank you for the purchase of flowers on Mother’s Day. An approximate profit of $2,500 was realized to continue the mission of preserving precious life.
South Seneca Ecumenical Food Pantry offers a thank you for our “Church Family” support. “Everything is much appreciated by many.”

Fill the Bus School Supply Collection:
Beginning July 1 and ending the weekend of August 12 both Holy Cross and St. Francis Solanus Churches will be collecting school supplies for the “Fill the Bus” collection for Seneca County students. We are in need of glue sticks; pencils; blue and black pens; rulers; thick and thin magic markers; crayons; one subject spiral notebooks; composition books; loose leaf paper; 1, 1 ½, and 2 inch binders; tab dividers; two pocket folders; and pencil cases. All supplies will be collected at the Fayette Fire Department on August 16 and then taken to the four school districts in the county. We will need volunteers to help sort and box the collected supplies on August 16. If you’re able donate an hour or more of your time to help, it would be greatly appreciated as always. Please contact Gerald Frank 869-5009 or email:

Hearing Impaired:
Holy Cross Church has portable transmitters available for the hearing impaired. Before Mass, please go to the sacristy and inquire about this service.

Branches Lakeside Day Retreats:
Branches Christian Rest and Renewal Center, Inc. invites you for a day of rest and renewal at our Seneca Lake property. Our 2017 summer retreat schedule is: “Bread and Water, Food for Our Spiritual Journey” facilitated by Sr. Kathleen Murphy, OSF, on Tuesday, July 18; “Amazing Grace” facilitated by Fr. Brendan P. Buckley, OFM, Capuchin on Friday, July 28; “Sin and Mercy” facilitated by Ann Kern on Saturday, August 5; and “Most Holy Rosary” facilitated by Donna Wieand on Tuesday, August 15. Each retreats runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and a donation is $30 which includes light breakfast, snacks, drinks, and lunch. For more information visit branchescenter.org or contact Donna Wieand (716) 901-4313, email:

Great Links:
The New York State Catholic Conference has an excellent website at http://www.nyscatholic.org. It is a good way to stay informed of the issues and a great way for each to quickly notify your legislators regarding issues that concern you. Another good link is the Catholic Charities, USA offering a variety of helpful programs, https://catholiccharitiesusa.org/advocacy-and-policy.

The Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy:
In the Church’s calendar of feast days there is no date given for Mary, Mother of Mercy. Other churches having that name choose their own date to celebrate. After discussion with the our Parish Council in early April and a brief discussion at the June meeting, the Worship Committee met on June 13 and recommended to Fr. Bernard that the second Sunday of September (this year that date is September 10) will be the day we celebrate our parish feast day. Suggestions have been made to have an outdoor Mass (weather permitting) at St. Fidelis Friary in early afternoon followed by our annual parish picnic at the boathouse.

Ministry Fair:
The Worship Committee has begun planning for a Ministry Fair for late September/the beginning of October. The Ministry Fair provides opportunities for parishioners to volunteer for liturgical ministries and other areas of parish life depending on volunteers.

Guidelines for the Reception of Holy Communion:
Please note that our Catholic Church has a discipline, namely, that Catholics cannot receive Communion in non-Catholic churches and non-Catholics cannot receive communion in Catholic churches. A summarized rationale is that there is no uniformity among the churches regarding the understanding of the Eucharist and that even though we may be one in our belief in Jesus, in reality we are divided as believers in Jesus. The Catholic Church’s discipline highlights the reminder and the need to continually work for oneness among Christians that is, that we all may be one in faith, life, and worship. Please communicate to Catholics and to non-Catholics requesting that they respect and follow the Catholic discipline. The guidelines can be found in the hymnal on page 231.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for July 1 and 2, 2017 (First Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Scott Hamula and Carol Kuklo (for Amy Panek)
EM: Barbara Willers, Robin Hamula, Kathleen Rourke

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Lynne Stager and Maria Connell
EM: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Glenn Stamps, Mary Szymanski

Schedule for July 8 and 9, 2017 (Second Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Kathleen Rourke and Scott Hamula
EM: Barbara Willers, Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Rich and Hilary Wong
EM: Lynne Stager, Glenn Stamps

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

July 2017:

	7/2/17	7/9/17	7/16/17	7/23/17	7/30/17

Greeter in addition to Usher	C. Conroy	M. Maleski	C. Conroy	M. Maleski	C. Conroy

Altar Ser 1	M. Humulock	G. Frank	G. Frank	G. Frank	P. Schirmer
Altar Ser 2

Lector 1	L. Kurkchi	N. Shumway	M. Humulock	E. Moore	P. Motill
Lector 2	P. Motill	E. Moore	J. Swanson	J. Leidefrost°	K. Knapp

Extraordinary Min 1	G. Frank	D. Moore	L.A. Fox	D. Moore	F. Grasak
Extraordinary Min 2	D. Traphagen	M. Frank	D. Brandow	A. Calice	T. Humulock
Extraordinary Min 3	A. Calice	T. Humulock	S. Limoncelli	D. Traphagen	K. Sinkiewicz
		3 Envelopes
Usher 1 (Lead)	J. Taylor	J. Taylor	S. Brandow	T. Grasak	J. Taylor
Usher 2	J. Swanson	T. Grasak	M. Maleski	S. Limoncelli	P. Marrella
Usher 3	P. Marrella	M. Maleski	P. Marrella	M. Maleski	S. Limoncelli
Usher 4

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Lector Schedule

(forthcoming)

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:

(forthcoming)

Bulletin for June 25, 2017 ~ Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on June 23, 2017 by Kathleen Rourke

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First Reading:
“Sing to the LORD, praise the LORD, for he has rescued the life of the poor from the power of the wicked!” (Jr. 20:13)

Psalm:
Lord, in your great love, answer me. (Ps. 69)

Second Reading:
But the gift is not like the transgression. For if by the transgression of the one the many died, how much more did the grace of God and the gracious gift of the one man Jesus Christ overflow for the many. (Rom. 5:15)

Gospel:
“Are not two sparrows sold for a small coin? Yet not one of them falls to the ground without your Father’s knowledge. Even all the hairs of your head are counted. So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” (Mt. 10:29-31)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
Jesus tells us today, “Fear no one.” All of us have fears. Some of us may fear the future, change, rejection, being out of control, ridiculed, losing a cherished relationship, failure, and even sickness and death. We have no control over much that we fear. Anxiety and worry become a futile waste of time and serve only to impact the quality of life. Faith, which brings a trust in God’s promise that he is with us, allows us to face whatever comes with courage and acceptance. While very difficult to do, this is exactly what we are asked to do.

Words to Inspire the Faithful:
“It is better to be a child of God than king of the whole world.” ~ St. Aloysius Gonzaga

Upcoming Events:

AA Meetings: St. Francis Church, on Tuesday at 8:00 p.m.
Food Pantries: Ovid Federated Church on Mondays, 10:00 a.m. The food truck is available to everyone every other Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. (June 27 and July 11). The food pantry is at the Interlaken Reformed Church on Fridays, 3:00–6:00 p.m. The Trumansburg food pantry is at the Methodist Church every other Monday 1:00–2:00 p.m. and 5:30–6:00 p.m. (June 19 and July 3).
July 1: First anniversary of our parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy.
Going Away Pass-the-dish Dinner: Thursday, July 6, at 6:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus Annex for parishioners Chris and Gene Carroll. All are welcome.
Parish celebration: the second Sunday of September (this year September 10) will be the day we annually celebrate our parish.
Solanus Casey, OFM Cap., Beatification: November 18 in Detroit, MI.

Funerals:

• Martin R. David, 82 died on June 10, and there was a funeral Mass at Holy Cross on June 15, 2017.

• Sheila Ann Tierney, 79, died on June 10, and there was a funeral Mass at St. James the Apostle on June 16, 2017.

Scripture Study Classes of the Gospel:
The Scripture study classes, usually held on Tuesdays after the 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. James the Apostle church, will be on hiatus for the summer and expect to resume in September.

July Fourth, Independence Day:
There will be no 9:00 a.m. Mass on Tuesday, July 4, our national holiday.

The Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy:
In the Church’s calendar of feast days there is no date given for Mary, Mother of Mercy. Other churches having that name choose their own date to celebrate. After discussion with the our Parish Council in early April and a brief discussion at the June meeting, the Worship Committee met on June 13 and recommended to Fr. Bernard that the second Sunday of September (this year that date is September 10) will be the day we celebrate our parish feast day. Suggestions have been made to have an outdoor Mass (weather permitting) at St. Fidelis Friary in early afternoon followed by our annual parish picnic at the boathouse.

Be a Witness of Charity with Peter’s Pence Collection:
There is a second collection today, for Peter’s Pence, a worldwide collection that supports the charitable works of Pope Francis. Funds from this collection help victims of war, oppression, and natural disasters. Take this opportunity to join with Pope Francis and be a witness of charity to our suffering brothers and sisters. Please be generous today. For more information, visit www.usccb.org/perters-pence.

Cemeteries:
The cemetery committees of St. James the Apostle and Holy Cross are looking to increase their membership. There is a need for more people to become familiar with the cemeteries and their operation. It is an opportune time for new members because the Diocese of Rochester has initiated a wonderful new program for cemeteries. The more people we have that know the program the better off will be our parish cemeteries. Please phone the parish office to volunteer for membership on the committee.

Save the Date:
There will be a going away pass-the-dish dinner on Thursday, July 6, at 6:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus Annex for parishioners Chris and Gene Carroll, who are moving away from Interlaken. All are welcome.

Year of the Eucharist:
Bishop Salvatore R. Matano, Bishop of Rochester, issued a pastoral letter announcing a “Year of the Eucharist” in celebration of the 150 (Sesquicentennial) anniversary of the diocese which will be celebrated on March 3, 2018 with solemn observances to begin in the Fall of this year, 2017. “It is my prayer and firm conviction that we make the Most Holy Eucharist, the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, the heart and center of our Sesquicentennial Celebration. Indeed, this august sacrament, the real presence of Christ among us, has sustained us over these many years and has been the driving force of our diocese’s pastoral, apostolic, and charitable works… Therefore, with gratitude to God and in conjunction with our 150 anniversary, I am declaring the observance of a ‘Year of the Eucharist’ to commence on Sunday, June 18, 2017, the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Corpus Christi, and to conclude on Sunday, June 3, 2018, on this same Solemnity.” The full pastoral letter is available on the diocesan website.

2017 – 2018 Parish Council Committees:
• Executive: Cathy Millspaugh, chair; Barbara Willers, vice chair; and Michelle Humulock, secretary.

• Word: Andrew Morpurgo, chair; Pam Jasikoff; and Jeanie Wiggins

• Worship: Jessica Portillo, chair; Gerald Frank; Scott Hamula; and Kathleen Rourke

• Witness: Donna Brandow, chair; Charlotte Huyler; Roy Murdough; and Richard Pell

• Fellowship: Janice McLaughlin and Gerard Messmer, co-chairs; Shirley Cleere; and Lydia Kurkchi.

Hearing Impaired:
Holy Cross Church has portable transmitters available for the hearing impaired. Before Mass, please go to the sacristy and inquire about this service.

Fill the Bus School Supply Collection:
Beginning July 1 and ending the weekend of August 12 both Holy Cross and St. Francis Solanus Churches will be collecting school supplies for the “Fill the Bus” collection for Seneca County students. We are in need of glue sticks; pencils; blue and black pens; rulers; thick and thin magic markers; crayons; one subject spiral notebooks; composition books; loose leaf paper; 1, 1 ½, and 2 inch binders; tab dividers; two pocket folders; and pencil cases. All supplies will be collected at the Fayette Fire Department on August 16 and then taken to the four school districts in the county. We will need volunteers to help sort and box the collected supplies on August 16. If you’re able donate an hour or more of your time to help, it would be greatly appreciated as always. Please contact Gerald Frank 869-5009 or email:

The Month of May:
The Blessed Virgin Mary was honored in a special way during the month of May. We wish to thank all the parishioners who brought flowers to church on the weekends of May and at the beginning of Mass placed them at the statue of the Mary. It was very impressive and a reminder to us all of the devotion we have to the Mother of God. We also thank the parishioners who led the rosary, and the participants in the recitation of the Rosary, in church before the Masses on the weekend of May 14 in celebration of the 100 anniversary of the apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary to the three children (Lucia de Jesus Santos, and Francisco and Jacinto Marto) at Fatima, Portugal.

Camp Stella Maris:
Camp Stella Maris is located on Conesus Lake and has been in existence for ninety-one years. It remains committed to the original mission of creating a Christ-centered caring environment and camp experience that fosters spiritual, physical, and emotional growth for children, adults, families, and groups. For more information contact 585 346 2243 or visit www.campstellamaris.org.

Catholic Charities in New York State:
The hundredth anniversary of Catholic Charities in NY State was on April 24—a centennial of service to the poor, marginalized, downtrodden, and those left on the sidelines of society. A wonderful video has been produced illustrating the great work done by Catholic Charities throughout the state. More than just recounting of work accomplished, it also speaks to why we reach out to the poor and suffering and how that outreach continues to change and to adapt to the unique needs of every age of history. The brief video is available by going to www.nyscatholic.org/charities. Please take the time to watch this wonderful video.

Called to Care for Our Common Home:
“Education in environmental responsibility can encourage ways of acting which directly and significantly affect the world around us, such as avoiding the use of plastic and paper, reducing water consumption, separating refuse, cooking only what can reasonable per consumer, showing care for other living beings, using public transport or car-pooling, planting trees, turning off unnecessary lights, or any number of other practices. All of these reflect a generous and worthy creativity which brings out the best in human beings.” (Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si: On Care for Our Common Home) This Easter season, let the beauty of God’s love and mercy reinforce your commitment to care about the Earth and future generations. Choose to follow through with one of Pope Francis’s suggestions above.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for June 24 and 25, 2017 (Fourth Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Paul Povinelli and Carol Kuklo
EM: Cathy DelSignore, Joan Hogan

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Mark Scibilia-Carver
EM: Mary Szymanski, Glenn Stamps

Schedule for July 1 and 2, 2017 (First Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Scott Hamula and Carol Kuklo (for Amy Panek)
EM: Barbara Willers, Robin Hamula, Kathleen Rourke

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Lynne Stager and Maria Connell
EM: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Glenn Stamps, Mary Szymanski

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

June 2017:

	6/25/17

Greeter in addition to Usher	M. Maleski

Altar Ser 1	G. Frank
Altar Ser 2

Lector 1	J. Leidefrost°
Lector 2	E. Moore

Extraordinary Min 1	L.A. Fox
Extraordinary Min 2	M. Frank
Extraordinary Min 3	T. Humulock
	2 Envelopes
Usher 1 (Lead)	A. Reagan
Usher 2	M. Maleski
Usher 3	S. Limoncelli
Usher 4

July 2017:

	7/2/17	7/9/17	7/16/17	7/23/17	7/30/17

Greeter in addition to Usher	C. Conroy	M. Maleski	C. Conroy	M. Maleski	C. Conroy

Altar Ser 1	M. Humulock	G. Frank	G. Frank	G. Frank	P. Schirmer
Altar Ser 2

Lector 1	L. Kurkchi	N. Shumway	M. Humulock	E. Moore	P. Motill
Lector 2	P. Motill	E. Moore	J. Swanson	J. Leidefrost°	K. Knapp

Extraordinary Min 1	G. Frank	D. Moore	L.A. Fox	D. Moore	F. Grasak
Extraordinary Min 2	D. Traphagen	M. Frank	D. Brandow	A. Calice	T. Humulock
Extraordinary Min 3	A. Calice	T. Humulock	S. Limoncelli	D. Traphagen	K. Sinkiewicz
		3 Envelopes
Usher 1 (Lead)	J. Taylor	J. Taylor	S. Brandow	T. Grasak	J. Taylor
Usher 2	J. Swanson	T. Grasak	M. Maleski	S. Limoncelli	P. Marrella
Usher 3	P. Marrella	M. Maleski	P. Marrella	M. Maleski	S. Limoncelli
Usher 4

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Lector Schedule

(forthcoming)

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:

(forthcoming)

Bulletin for June 18, 2017 ~ Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ

Posted on June 16, 2017 by Kathleen Rourke

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First Reading:
He therefore let you be afflicted with hunger, and then fed you with manna, a food unknown to you and your fathers, in order to show you that not by bread alone does one live, but by every word that comes forth from the mouth of the LORD. (Dt. 8: 3)

Psalm:
Praise the Lord, Jerusalem. (Ps. 147)
or: Alleluia.

Second Reading:
Because the loaf of bread is one, we, though many, are one body, for we all partake of the one loaf. (1 Cor. 10: 17)

Gospel:
“I am the living bread that came down from heaven; whoever eats this bread will live forever; and the bread that I will give is my flesh for the life of the world… For my flesh is true food, and my blood is true drink. Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me and I in him.” (Jn. 6: 51, 55–56)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
Today is all about transformation. The bread and wine is transformed into the body and blood of Christ and we, by partaking in the Eucharist, are also transformed into the body and blood of Christ. St. Augustine issued a wise instruction regarding the Eucharist: “Become what you eat.” This is the real challenge of every Eucharistic celebration. Will we allow God to transform us into his Son so that the hope, love, healing, comfort, and mercy he embodies can be brought to our world through us? As Jesus feeds us, how can we feed others?

Words to Inspire the Faithful:
“This blood that but one drop of has the power to win all the world forgiveness of its world of sin.” ~St. Thomas Aquinas

Upcoming Events:

Scripture Study Classes of the Gospel: on Tuesdays after the 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. James the Apostle church.
AA Meetings: St. Francis Church, on Tuesday, at 8:00 p.m.
Food Pantries: Ovid Federated Church on Mondays, 10:00 a.m. The food truck is available to everyone every other Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. (June 27 and July 11). The food pantry is at the Interlaken Reformed Church on Fridays, 3:00–6:00 p.m. The Trumansburg food pantry is at the Methodist Church every other Monday 1:00–2:00 p.m. and 5:30–6:00 p.m. (June 19 and July 3).
Capuchin Franciscan Raffle: June 4 through June 18 with the drawing to be held on June 29.
Blood Drive: Saturday, June 24, from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Arthur E. Bouton Post 770 in Trumansburg.
Going Away Pass-the-dish Dinner: Thursday, July 6, at 6:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus Annex for parishioners Chris and Gene Carroll. All are welcome
Solanus Casey, OFM Cap., Beatification: November 18 in Detroit, MI.

Father’s Day:
We wish all the Fathers of our parish a “Happy Day.” Enjoy all the greetings of appreciation for the love and service you have given to your family. Your love and service is an inspiration to us all. God bless and reward you many times over.

Save the Date:
There will be a going away pass-the-dish dinner on Thursday, July 6, at 6:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus Annex for parishioners Chris and Gene Carroll, who are moving away from Interlaken. All are welcome.

2017–2018 Parish Council Committees:

Executive: Cathy Millspaugh, chair; Barbara Willers, vice chair; and Michelle Humulock, secretary.
Word: Andrew Morpurgo, chair; Pam Jasikoff; and Jeanie Wiggins
Worship: Jessica Portillo, chair; Gerald Frank; Scott Hamula; and Kathleen Rourke
Witness: Donna Brandow, chair; Charlotte Huyler; Roy Murdough; and Richard Pell • Fellowship: Janice McLaughlin and Gerard Messmer, co-chairs; Shirley Cleere; and Lydia Kurkchi.

Hearing Impaired:
Holy Cross Church has portable transmitters available for the hearing impaired. Before Mass, please go to the sacristy and inquire about this service.

Fiscal Year Third Quarter Report:
The Parish of Mary Mother of Mercy March 2017 income report: $173,847 and expense report: $178,731. The third quarter ended with a deficit of $4,884. The deficit is attributed to pre-paid insurance. This parish fiscal year ends June 30, 2017.

Capuchin Franciscan Raffle:
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to win one of three cash prizes totaling $5,000! The Capuchin Franciscans of the Province of St. Mary (the religious order of our friars) are conducting a cash raffle through June 18th with the drawing to be held on June 29. Raffle tickets can be purchased for $10 each; 6 for $50. You can purchase tickets outside after Mass or during the week at the parish office.

Trumansburg Blood Drive:
Giving blood helps save lives. On Saturday, June 24, from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Arthur E. Bouton Post 770, 4431 Seneca Road, Trumansburg, there is a blood drive sponsored by the American Red Cross. Please phone 1-800-Red Cross (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make your lifesaving appointment today.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for June 17 and 18, 2017 (Third Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Carol Kuklo and Barbara Willers
EM: Kathleen Rourke, Cathy DelSignore, Traci Bump

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Glenn Stamps and Nancy Olszewski
EM: Mark Scibilia-Carver

Schedule for June 24 and 25, 2017 (Fourth Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Paul Povinelli and Carol Kuklo
EM: Cathy DelSignore, Joan Hogan

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Mark Scibilia-Carver
EM: Mary Szymanski, Glenn Stamps

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

June 2017:

	6/18/17	6/25/17

Greeter in addition to Usher	C. Conroy	M. Maleski

Altar Ser 1	G. Frank	G. Frank
Altar Ser 2

Lector 1	N. Shumway	J. Leidefrost°
Lector 2	J. Swanson	E. Moore

Extraordinary Min 1	F. Grasak	L.A. Fox
Extraordinary Min 2	P. Schirmer	M. Frank
Extraordinary Min 3	K. Sinkiewicz	T. Humulock
		2 Envelopes
Usher 1 (Lead)	J. Taylor	A. Reagan
Usher 2	E. Conroy	M. Maleski
Usher 3	T. Grasak	S. Limoncelli
Usher 4

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Lector Schedule

(forthcoming)

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:

(forthcoming)

Bulletin for June 11, 2017 ~ Solemnity of the Holy Trinity

Posted on June 16, 2017 by Kathleen Rourke

First Reading:
Thus the LORD passed before him and cried out, “The LORD, the LORD, a merciful and gracious God, slow to anger and rich in kindness and fidelity.” (Ex. 34:6)

Psalm:
Glory and praise for ever! (Dn. 3)

Second Reading:
Brothers and sisters, rejoice. Mend your ways, encourage one another, agree with one another, live in peace, and the God of love and peace will be with you. (2 Cor. 13:11)

Gospel:
God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him might not perish but might have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through him. (Jn. 3:16-17)

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
Today’s celebration of the Most Holy Trinity shows us how awesome and huge God really is! He is not a judgmental and aloof king reigning in heaven but a loving and compassionate God who is intimately involved with his children and all his creation. God as Father reveals the immensity of God’s presence as seen in the wonder of creation: the stars and seas, the mountains and hills, and all the glory that surrounds us. Jesus reveals the compassionate and gentle face of God, a God of mercy who desires nothing more than for his children to seek and come to him. God the Holy Spirit reminds us that God is the very life force of our existence, without whom we would have no breath and the universe would have no life.

Words to Inspire the Faithful:
“Among all things that are lovable, there is one that is more lovable than the rest, and that most lovable of all things is life.” ~St. Anthony of Padua

Upcoming Events:

Scripture study classes of the Gospel: on Tuesdays after the 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. James the Apostle church.
AA Meetings: St. Francis Church, on Tuesday, at 8:00 p.m.
Food Pantries: Ovid Federated Church on Mondays, 10:00 a.m. The food truck is available to everyone every other Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. (June 13 and June 27). The food pantry is at the Interlaken Reformed Church on Fridays, 3:00–6:00 p.m. The Trumansburg food pantry is at the Methodist Church every other Monday 1:00–2:00 p.m. and 5:30–6:00 p.m. (June 19 and July 3).
James the Apostle Food (and Monetary) Donations for food bank: donations may be brought to the church this weekend, June 10 and 11.
Healing Service: June 11 at 7:00 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church with Fr. Francis Pompeii, OFM.
Capuchin Franciscan Raffle: June 4 through June 18 with the drawing to be held on June 29.
Blood Drive: Saturday, June 24, from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Arthur E. Bouton Post 770 in Trumansburg.
Going Away Pass-the-dish dinner: Thursday, July 6, at 6:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus Annex for parishioners Chris and Gene Carroll. All are welcome
Solanus Casey, OFM Cap., beatification: November 18 in Detroit, MI.

Funeral:
Aniela Wright, 92, died May 27, with a funeral service at St. James the Apostle Cemetery on June 2, 2017.

Catholic Communication Campaign:
Today, we are taking up the collection for the Catholic Communications Campaign (CCC). Your support helps the CCC connect people to Christ, here and around the world, through the internet, television, radio, and print media. Half of the funds we collect remains in our diocese to support local efforts. Be a part of this campaign to spread the gospel message and support the collection today! To learn more, visit www.usccb.org/ccc.

Monthly Maintenance Fund Collection:
During this month of June there will not be a second collection for the maintenance fund because the Catholic Communication Campaign collection will be taken up on the weekend of June 11. Please deposit the monthly maintenance envelope in the regular weekend collection. Thank you for your support for the maintenance of the parish’s buildings and grounds.

St. Francis Solanus—Sunday Collection Counters:
A thank you is given to Jennifer Sharp, Michelle Tingue, and Fawn Updyke for their years of service as Sunday collection counters. The church is most appreciative for this service given voluntarily to the church. As this time we are lacking the number of volunteers required for this service and we are petitioning for new volunteers. Please phone the parish office for more information. Your volunteering will be appreciated greatly.

2017–2018 Parish Council Church Representatives:

St. James the Apostle Church: Scott Hamula, Andrew Morpurgo, Roy Murdough, Kathleen Rourke, and Barbara Willers
St. Francis Solanus Church: Janice McLaughlin, Gerard Messmer, Cathy Millspaugh, Richard Pell, and Jean Wiggins
Holy Cross Church: Donna Brandow, Gerald Frank, Michelle Humulock, Pam Jasikoff, and Jessica Portillo,
Alternates for each church: Shirley Cleere for St. James the Apostle, Charlotte Huyler for St. Francis Solanus, and Lydia Kurkchi for Holy Cross

Fiscal Year Third Quarter Report:

The Parish of Mary Mother of Mercy March 2017 income report: $173,847 and expense report: $178,731. The third quarter ended with a deficit of $4,884. The deficit is attributed to pre-paid insurance. This parish fiscal year ends June 30, 2017.

Capuchin Franciscan Raffle:
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to win one of three cash prizes totaling $5,000!!! The Capuchin Franciscans of the Province of St. Mary (the religious order of our friars) are conducting a cash raffle through June 18th with the drawing to be held on June 29. Raffle tickets can be purchased for $10 each; 6 for $50. You can purchase tickets outside after Mass or during the week at the parish office.

Fr. Solanus Casey, OFM Cap.:
Sixty years after his death, Capuchin Franciscan Solanus Casey will move a step closer to canonization as Pope Francis announced May 4 that the beloved friar, who earlier had been named venerable, met the requirements for beatification and will be named “blessed,” the second U.S. born man to achieve such a designation. Fr. Solanus ministered in New York for two decades (Sacred Heart Church, in Yonkers; Our Lady Queen of Angels, East Harlem; and St. Michael’s, Brooklyn) before his assignment to St. Bonaventure’s Friary / Church in Detroit in 1924 where he began working as the porter. He died in 1957. It was in that last role—which eventually became the title of a 1968 biography written by James Patrick Derum, The Porter of St. Bonaventure’s—which cemented his reputation for holiness and compassion. The date of Solanus Casey’s beatification is set for November 18, 2017 in Detroit, MI.

Healing Service:
On this Sunday, June 11 (corrected date), at 7:00 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church in Ithaca, Fr. Francis Pompeii, OFM will have a healing service. Whether or not you are in need of a healing, all are welcome.

Easter Duty:
According to Church law #920: “All the faithful, after they have been initiated into the Most Holy Eucharist, are bound by the obligation of receiving Communion at least once a year. The precept must be fulfilled during the Easter season unless it is fulfilled for a just cause at some other time during the year.” In reference to this law the Easter Season is considered from the First Sunday of Lent until Trinity Sunday (this year June 11).

Catholic Charities in N.Y. State:
The hundredth anniversary of Catholic Charities in NY State was on April 24—a centennial of service to the poor, marginalized, downtrodden, and those left on the sidelines of society. A wonderful video has been produced illustrating the great work done by Catholic Charities throughout the state. More than just recounting of work accomplished, it also speaks to why we reach out to the poor and suffering and how that outreach continues to change and to adapt to the unique needs of every age of history. The brief video is available by going to www.nyscatholic.org/charities. Please take the time to watch this wonderful video.

Clothing Closet Need:
Catholic Charities in Ithaca is recruiting volunteers for the busy Clothing Closet, which provides community members free clothing, shoes, blankets, sheets, and many more items. The Clothing Closet gets close to 20–30 visits per day and gives away around 2,000 free items per month! This service keeps elders dressed warmly in winter, provides kids with school clothes, and enables adults to find appropriate attire for interviews and work. Volunteers who can commit to three hours a week, enjoy helping others, and want to be a part of a strong community of kindness are asked to contact Michaela at 272-5062 ext. 10 or at . Volunteers are especially needed on Tuesday afternoons and Friday mornings right now, but volunteers for other weekdays are also welcome.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for June 10 and 11, 2017 (Second Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Kathleen Rourke and Barbara Willers (for Scott Hamula)
EM: Cathy DelSignore (for Barbara Willers), Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Rich and Hilary Wong
EM: Lynne Stager, Glenn Stamps

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

June 2017:

	6/11/17	6/18/17	6/25/17

Greeter in addition to Usher	M. Maleski	C. Conroy	M. Maleski

Altar Ser 1	M. Humhlock	G. Frank	G. Frank
Altar Ser 2

Lector 1	E. Moore	N. Shumway	J. Leidefrost°
Lector 2	K. Knapp	J. Swanson	E. Moore

Extraordinary Min 1	D. Moore	F. Grasak	L.A. Fox
Extraordinary Min 2	D. Traphagen	P. Schirmer	M. Frank
Extraordinary Min 3	D. Brandow°	K. Sinkiewicz	T. Humulock
	2 Envelopes		2 Envelopes
Usher 1 (Lead)	S. Brandow°	J. Taylor	A. Reagan
Usher 2	A. Reagan	E. Conroy	M. Maleski
Usher 3	M. Maleski	T. Grasak	S. Limoncelli
Usher 4	S. Limoncelli