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Bulletin for January 15, 2017 ~ Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on January 15, 2017 by Kathleen Rourke

Live The Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
It is important to know who we are and from where we come. Having a clear sense of identity allows us to make choices that further express and develop our ultimate purpose and goals. We are reminded today of Jesus’ unique identity as God’s Son and that by our baptism we are given the gift of sharing in that same intimate relationship with God. May knowledge of this make a difference in how we live our lives!

Catholic Quotes—Words to Inspire the Faithful:
“Ask Jesus what He wants from you and be brave!” ~Pope Francis

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. (January 24 and February 7). The Interlaken Food Pantry is at the Federated Church on Fridays, 3:00 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. (January 16 and 30).
Sunday collection counters meetings: Thursday, January 19, at 1:00 p.m. or at 7:00 p.m. at the Parish Center, Interlaken. A snow date will be the following Thursday, January 26.
Usher meetings after Masses: 5:00 p.m. January 21 at St. James the Apostle, 9:30 a.m. on January 22 at Holy Cross, 8:15 a.m. on January 29 at St. Francis Solanus, and 11:00 a.m. Sunday Mass on January 29 at St. James the Apostle
Scripture study classes of the Gospel: will resume on Tuesdays beginning January 24, 2017, after the 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. James
March for Life 2017 Diocese of Rochester (DOR) to DC: Buses leave Thursday night, January 26 and return Friday night, January 27.
Public Policy Weekend: February 4 and 5, 2017.
Nationwide Souper Bowl of Caring 2017: Collecting donations of non-perishable food items on January 28 and 29 and collecting monetary offerings on February 5.
Immaculate Conception School Open House: February 2 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on February 4 from 5 p.m. –6:30 p.m.
Planning for Your Legacy: Two free seminars, at 7:00–8:30 p.m. on March 13 at St. Francis DeSales Parish Center, Geneva and at St. Mary’s of the Lake Parish Center, Watkins Glen.

Donations/Contributions Made by Check:
When making donations to the church, please make checks out to: the Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy. On the memo line of the check you may name of the church be it St. James the Apostle, St. Francis Solanus, or Holy Cross.

Parish Mailing Address:
When mailing items to one of the three churches, please use the Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy’s address: P.O. Box 403, Interlaken, NY 14847 (as on the front cover of the bulletin and on the parish contact web page). The U.S. post office is continuously encouraging that we remind parishioners to use only the new address and not the names and addresses of the individual churches.

Sunday Collection Counters:
It is a diocesan policy that an annual meeting be held in the month of January for the Sunday collection counters, to review the policies and procedures related to those responsibilities and to sign a statement accepting the responsibilities. Sunday collection counters please schedule yourself for one of two meetings to be held on Thursday, January 19, at 1:00 p.m. or at 7:00 p.m. at the Parish Center, Interlaken. A snow date will be the following Thursday, January 26. This is an important service to the parish. Parishioners interested in helping with this service, please phone the parish center to volunteer. Attending this annual meeting would be a great way to begin this ministry as a Sunday collection counter.

Ushers (Greeters of Hospitality):
It is the diocesan policy that an annual meeting be held in the month of January for ushers to review the policies and procedures related to taking up and securing the collections. The schedule for usher meetings after Mass is as follows:
5:00 p.m. Saturday Mass on January 21 at St. James the Apostle
9:30 a.m. Sunday Mass on January 22 at Holy Cross
8:15 a.m. Sunday Mass on January 29 at St. Francis Solanus
11:00 a.m. Sunday Mass on January 29 at St. James the Apostle

March for Life 2017:
Buses are leaving from around the diocese to the March for Life in D.C. Join 1000’s marching for a day when every human life will be valued and protected. Buses leave Thursday night, January 26 and return Friday night, January 27. There will be a Mass with Bishop Matano at 10 a.m. at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. March with Bishop Matano and others from the DOR. Make your bus reservations today. Contact: or 315-246-7479.

Assisting Those Who have Been Wounded by Abortion:
A word from Pope John Paul II to those suffering because of abortion: “Do not give in to discouragement and do not lose hope…. The Father of mercies is ready to give you his forgiveness and his peace in the Sacrament of Reconciliation” (Evangelium Vitae, no. 99). Call Project Rachel for a confidential referral to those who can help: 585-328-3210 or email: Deacon David Snyder, or Suzanne Stack, " target="_blank" rel="noopener">.

Planning for Your Legacy:
Two free seminars to help you make informed choices regarding wills and estate planning, health care proxies, the power of attorney and other legal documents and legacy gifts that make an impact will be offered: March 13 at St. Francis DeSales Parish Center, 130 Exchange Street, Geneva, and at St. Mary’s of the Lake Parish Center, 905 N. Decatur St., Watkins Glen. Both seminars will be at 7:00–8:30 p.m.

Physician-assisted Suicide is Bad Medicine:
End-of-life decisions, for ourselves and for loved ones, are among the most challenging we will ever face. Our church offers comfort and practical guidance. Visit www.CatholicEndofLife.org to watch a video and read the New York State bishops’ document “Now and at the Hour of Our Death.” Learn why the church favors
palliative medicine and comfort care, and why the church opposes physician-assisted suicide. Sign a letter or petition to your legislators opposing assisted suicide on Public Policy weekend, February 4–5.

Nationwide Souper Bowl of Caring 2017:
Sunday, February 5, is Super Bowl Sunday and across this nation it is also Souper Bowl of Caring. Our parish will be participating in this one-day event by collecting donations of non-perishable food items beginning on the weekend of January 28 and 29. Our parish’s second year Confirmation students, as part of their community service project, will be present at the doors of the church on February 5 to collect monetary offerings for the local food pantries as part of the national Souper Bowl of Caring Program. For more information see https://souperbowl.org/welcome

Immaculate Conception School Open House:
Immaculate Conception School will be hosting an enrollment open house for the 2017–2018 school year on February 2 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on February 4 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Don’t miss your opportunity to experience the difference our Catholic school will make for your child’s education. Families of those who tour are invited to our Catholic Schools Week family roller skating party on February 4 to meet other families. Immaculate Conception School continuously accepts registrations for all of our academic programs, pre-K through sixth grade. Tuition assistance and parish subsidy are available. Call the school at 273-2707 or visit icsithaca.org for more information about Ithaca’s Catholic School. To find out the great things that are happening in our classrooms and the community visit https://www.facebook.com/ICSIthaca.

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.

Scripture Study:
Parishioners are welcome to join an informal study of The Gospel According to Mark which will resume January 24, 2017, on Tuesday mornings after the 9:00 a.m. Mass (St James the Apostle Church). The study is facilitated by Debbie Short and Camille Taranto. The Liguori Catholic Bible Study will be used. Questions: contact Camille at (607) 387-3125.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for January 21 and 22, 2017 (fourth Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Paul Povinelli and Carol Kuklo
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Cathy DelSignore, Joan Hogan

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Tim Davis (for Tara and Leon Webster)
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Mary Szymanski, Glenn Stamps

Schedule for January 28 and 29, 2017 (fifth Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Barbara Willers and Kathleen Rourke
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Traci Bump, Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Tim Davis and Lynne Stager
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Susan Stafford, Mary Szymanski

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross
January 2017

	1/15/17	1/22/17	1/29/17

Greeter in addition to Usher	C. Conroy	M. Maleski

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

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

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

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

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Lector Schedule

January through March 2017

DATE	FIRST READING from OLD TESTAMENT	SECOND READING from NEW TESTAMENT
January 15 2^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Millie Messmer	Gerry Messmer
January 22 3^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Stephanie Houck	Jeff Houck
January 29 4^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Sheila Haddad	Marie Roloson
February 5 5^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Barbara Willers	Ann Buddle
February 12 6^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Gerry Messmer	Millie Messmer
February 19 7^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Charlotte Huyler	Sheila Haddad
February 26 8^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Pat Messmer	Karl Messmer
March 1 Ash Wednesday	Volunteers needed if	there is a Mass.
March 5 1^st Sunday of Lent	Marie Roloson	Barbara Willers
March 12 2^nd Sunday of Lent	Jeff Houck	Stephanie Houck
March 19 3^rd Sunday of Lent	Ann Buddle	Charlotte Huyler
March 26 4^th Sunday of Lent	Heather Cranford	Barbara Willers

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

January through March 2017

DATE	Precious Blood	SET UP AND PURIFICATION	Precious Blood
January 15 2^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Pat Messmer	Charlotte Huyler	Patti Perry
January 22 3^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Chris Duthie	Marie Roloson	Mary Ruckdeschel
January 29 4^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Jennifer Sharp	Maryann Dendis	Michele Barr
February 5 5^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Jeanie Wiggins	Pat Messmer	Charlotte Huyler
February 12 6^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Cathy Millspaugh	Patti Perry	Michele Barr
February 19 7^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Millie Messmer	Jennifer Sharp	Marie Roloson
February 26 8^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Charlotte Huyler	Chris Duthie	Mary Ruckdeschel
March 1 Ash Wednesday	Volunteers	needed if there	is a Mass
March 5 1^st Sunday of Lent	Maryann Dendis	Chris Duthie	Pat Messmer
March 12 2^nd Sunday of Lent	Mary Ruckdeschel	Jeanie Wiggins	Jennifer Sharp
March 19 3^rd Sunday of Lent	Cathy Millspaugh	Marie Roloson	Patti Perry
March 26 4^th Sunday of Lent	Chris Duthie	Charlotte Huyler	Millie Messmer

REMEMBER: to take Communion to Richard Suchocki before giving to congregation.

12/29/16-cmh

Bulletin for January 8, 2017 ~ Epiphany of the Lord

Posted on January 6, 2017 by Kathleen Rourke

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:

Today’s feast of the Epiphany reminds us that Jesus came into the world for all, not just a select group of people. Into all nations a light has come and today we reflect on the wonderful gift Jesus gives us in light. If we journey with him, there is always hope and the darkness of confusion, ignorance, sin, and even death is dispelled. God is with us and knows every aspect of what it means to be truly human.

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. (January 10 and 24). The food pantry is at the Interlaken Reformed Church on Fridays, 3:00 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. (January 16 and 30).
National Migration Week 2017: January 8–14, 2017
Liturgy Planning Committee: The first meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 10, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. at the Parish Center.
Parish Council meeting: Thursday, January 12, at 7:00 p.m. at St. Francis
Sunday collection counters meetings: Thursday, January 19, at 1:00 p.m. or at 7:00 p.m. at the Parish Center, Interlaken. A snow date will be the following Thursday, January 26.
Usher meetings after Masses: 5:00 p.m. January 21 at St. James the Apostle, 9:30 a.m. on January 22 at Holy Cross, 8:15 a.m. on January 29 at St. Francis Solanus, and 11:00 a.m. Sunday Mass on January 29 at St. James the Apostle
Scripture study classes of the Gospel: will resume on Tuesdays beginning January 24, 2017, after the 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. James the Apostle church.
March for Life 2017 Diocese of Rochester (DOR) to DC: Buses leave Thursday night, January 26 and return Friday night, January 27.
Public Policy Weekend: February 4 and 5, 2017.
Planning for Your Legacy: Two free seminars, one on March 13 at St. Francis DeSales Parish Center, 130 Exchange Street, Geneva; and second at St. Mary’s of the Lake Parish Center, 905 N. Decatur St. Watkins Glen. Both seminars will be at 7:00–8:30 p.m.

Maintenance Fund Collection:
The maintenance fund collection is taken up at the beginning of the month, either the first or second Sunday, depending on how the box of offertory envelopes has them placed. This month the collection will be taken up this weekend—January 8. As in the past your help given in this collection is needed and appreciated greatly. Thank you.

Creating a Culture of Encounter:
For nearly a half century, the Catholic Church in the United States has celebrated National Migration Week, which is an opportunity for the church to reflect on the circumstances confronting migrants, including immigrants, refugees, children, and victims and survivors of human trafficking. The theme for National Migration Week 2017 (January 8–14) draws attention to Pope Francis’ call to create a culture of encounter, and in doing so to look beyond our own needs and wants to those of others around us.

Parish Mailing Address:
When mailing items to one of the three churches, please use the Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy’s address: P.O. Box 403, Interlaken, NY 14847 (as on the front cover of the bulletin). The U.S. post office is continuously encouraging that we remind parishioners to use only the new address and not the names and addresses of the individual churches.

Liturgy Planning Committee:
The Parish Council Worship Committee announces the formation of the Liturgy Planning Committee. The Liturgy Planning Committee is a subcommittee of the Worship Committee and any parishioner of Mary, Mother of Mercy who is interested in planning liturgies is welcome. The first meeting will be held this Tuesday, January 10, at 7:00 p.m. at the Parish Center (Interlaken). Meetings will recur once a month. We encourage all who are interested to participate.

Sunday Collection Counters:
It is a diocesan policy that an annual meeting be held in the month of January for the Sunday collection counters, to review the policies and procedures related to those responsibilities. Sunday collection counters please schedule yourself for one of two meetings to be held on Thursday, January 19, at 1:00 p.m. or at 7:00 p.m. at the Parish Center, Interlaken. A snow date will be the following Thursday, January 26. This is an important service to the parish. Parishioners interested in helping with this service, please phone the parish center to volunteer. Attending this annual meeting would be a great way to begin this ministry as a Sunday collection counter.

Ushers (Greeters of Hospitality)
It is the diocesan policy that an annual meeting be held in the month of January for ushers to review the policies and procedures related to taking up and securing the collections. The schedule for usher meetings after Mass is as follows:

5:00 p.m. Saturday Evening Mass on January 21 at St. James the Apostle
9:30 a.m. Sunday Mass on January 22 at Holy Cross
8:15 a.m. Sunday Mass on January 29 at St. Francis Solanus
11:00 a.m. Sunday Mass on January 29 at St. James the Apostle

St. James the Apostle Food Donations:
Food donations may be brought to the church this weekend and placed on the table located in the front of the church. Monetary donations are accepted also. All donations go to help the Trumansburg Food Pantry.

March for Life 2017 Diocese of Rochester (DOR) to DC:
Buses are leaving from around the diocese to the March for Life in D.C. Join 1000’s marching for a day when every human life will be valued and protected. Buses leave Thursday night, January 26 and return Friday night, January 27. There will be a Mass with Bishop Matano at 10 a.m. at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. March with Bishop Matano and others from the DOR. Make your bus reservations today. Contact: Ithaca or 315-246-7479.

Assisting those Who have Been Wounded by Abortion
Trust in the mercy of God’s love. Do you know someone who is carrying the grief and sorrow of past abortions? Share with them the Good News of God’s merciful love. Call Project Rachel for a confidential referral to those who can help: 585-328-3210 or email: Deacon David Snyder, or
Suzanne Stack, .

Public Policy Weekend—No Assisted Suicide in NY:
Legislation has been introduced in New York State that would authorize assisted suicide by allowing doctors to legally prescribe a deadly does of pills at the request of a patient with terminal diagnosis. While proponents may call it “death with dignity” or “aid in dying,” in reality this bill would authorize the direct and intentional taking of human life. Catholic teaching upholds the dignity of all human life from the moment of conception to natural death. Check out more information about the diocesan public policy agenda on the diocese’s website (http://www.dor.org/index.cfm/catholic-charities/public-policy/). Sign a letter or petition to your legislators opposing assisted suicide on Public Policy weekend February 4–5.

Catholic Charities of Tompkins/Tioga:
Share the warmth by donating winter outerwear. Items needed: children’s coats, snow pants and boots, adults’ coats and boots, hats, gloves/mittens, and scarves. Regarding household goods and personal care products, what is needed: sheets, towels, blankets, work boots, black slacks for men and women, deodorant, hair conditioner, hand lotion, and diapers. Drop-off times: Tuesday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00–3:30 p.m. at 324 West Buffalo St. Ithaca. For more information call 607 272 5062.

Catholic Charities of the Finger Lakes Job Opportunity:
Are you interested in part-time employment that can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children? Catholic Charities of the Finger Lakes is hiring per diem (limited part-time) caseworkers. The job entails providing supervised visitation to families involved in the child-welfare system. Must have an associate’s degree or related experience, excellent written and oral communication skills, computer literacy in MS Word, a dependable car and valid driver’s license, and a willingness to travel within the region. Some evening or weekend hours may be required. Email resumes to or mail to 94 Exchange Street, Geneva, NY 14456. No phone calls please. This is an equal employment opportunity.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for January 9 and 10, 2017 (second Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Kathleen Rourke and Scott Hamula
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Barbara Willers, Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Rich and Hilary Wong
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Lynne Stager, Glenn Stamps, Susan Stafford

Schedule for January 14 and 15, 2017 (third Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Carol Kuklo and Barbara Willers
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Kathleen Rourke, Cathy DelSignore, Traci Bump

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Glenn Stamps and Nancy Olszewski
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Susan Stafford

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross
January 2017

	1/8/17	1/15/17	1/22/17	1/29/17

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

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

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

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

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Lector Schedule

January through March 2017

DATE	FIRST READING from OLD TESTAMENT	SECOND READING from NEW TESTAMENT
January 8 Epiphany of the Lord	Karl Messmer	Pat Messmer
January 15 2^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Millie Messmer	Gerry Messmer
January 22 3^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Stephanie Houck	Jeff Houck
January 29 4^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Sheila Haddad	Marie Roloson
February 5 5^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Barbara Willers	Ann Buddle
February 12 6^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Gerry Messmer	Millie Messmer
February 19 7^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Charlotte Huyler	Sheila Haddad
February 26 8^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Pat Messmer	Karl Messmer
March 1 Ash Wednesday	Volunteers needed if	there is a Mass.
March 5 1^st Sunday of Lent	Marie Roloson	Barbara Willers
March 12 2^nd Sunday of Lent	Jeff Houck	Stephanie Houck
March 19 3^rd Sunday of Lent	Ann Buddle	Charlotte Huyler
March 26 4^th Sunday of Lent	Heather Cranford	Barbara Willers

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

January through March 2017

DATE	Precious Blood	SET UP AND PURIFICATION	Precious Blood
January 8 Epiphany of the Lord	Millie Messmer	Cathy Millspaugh	Maryann Dendis
January 15 2^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Pat Messmer	Charlotte Huyler	Patti Perry
January 22 3^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Chris Duthie	Marie Roloson	Mary Ruckdeschel
January 29 4^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Jennifer Sharp	Maryann Dendis	Michele Barr
February 5 5^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Jeanie Wiggins	Pat Messmer	Charlotte Huyler
February 12 6^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Cathy Millspaugh	Patti Perry	Michele Barr
February 19 7^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Millie Messmer	Jennifer Sharp	Marie Roloson
February 26 8^th Sunday in Ordinary Time	Charlotte Huyler	Chris Duthie	Mary Ruckdeschel
March 1 Ash Wednesday	Volunteers	needed if there	is a Mass
March 5 1^st Sunday of Lent	Maryann Dendis	Chris Duthie	Pat Messmer
March 12 2^nd Sunday of Lent	Mary Ruckdeschel	Jeanie Wiggins	Jennifer Sharp
March 19 3^rd Sunday of Lent	Cathy Millspaugh	Marie Roloson	Patti Perry
March 26 4^th Sunday of Lent	Chris Duthie	Charlotte Huyler	Millie Messmer

REMEMBER: to take Communion to Richard Suchocki before giving to congregation.

12/29/16-cmh

Bulletin for January 1, 2017 ~ New Year’s Day

Posted on December 30, 2016 by Kathleen Rourke

The Octave Day of the Nativity of the Lord

Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God

Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
We seek the same faith and courage that Mary possessed as she accepted the tremendous responsibility of being the Mother of God. Life often requires great and heroic things of us and we often wonder how and if we are able to meet those challenges. Mary did not doubt that God was with her, giving her everything needed to complete the task before her. Because of her Son’s special relationship with his Father, we too can cry out “Abba, Father” and draw strength from the infinite and generous love God bestows upon us.

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. (January 10 and 24). At the Interlaken Reformed Church on
Fridays, 3:00 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. (January 2 and 16).
New Year’s: The regular Sunday Mass schedule will be followed
for New Year’s weekend.
Liturgy Planning Committee: The first meeting will be held on Tuesday,
January 10, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. at the Parish Center.
Scripture study classes of the Gospel: will resume on on Tuesdays
beginning January 24, 2017, after the 9:00 a.m. Mass at St.
James the Apostle Church.
Public Policy Weekend: February 4 and 5, 2017.

Merge of the Churches:
On December 14 the parish was notified that the Supreme Court of the State of New York from the County of Tompkins and the County of Seneca have approved the merge of the three parishes of St. James the Apostle, St. Francis Solanus, and Holy Cross and have ordered to authorized to file for a certificate of merger. The merge of the three parishes into the Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy, is now complete both canonically and civilly.

Donations/Contributions Made by Check:
Beginning this weekend, when making donations/contributions, please make checks out to: The Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy. On the memo line of the check you may name of the church be it St. James the Apostle, St. Francis Solanus, or Holy Cross.

Parish Mailing Address:
When mailing items to one of the three churches, please use the Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy’s address found on the front cover of the bulletin. The U.S. Post Office is continuously encouraging that we remind parishioners to use only the new address.

2017 Offertory Envelopes:
The 2017 boxes of offertory envelopes, for those who use offertory envelopes, may be picked up after the Masses (at St. James the Apostle in the Pine Room, at St. Francis Solanus in the Annex, at Holy Cross in the vestibule of the church). Please pick up your 2017 Parish calendar at the same time. If you presently do not use envelopes and would like to, please phone the parish center and make the request. Thank you.

Sunday Collection Counters and Ushers:
It is a diocesan policy that every January a meeting be held for the counters and a separate meeting be held for ushers, to review the policies and procedures related to those responsibilities. Very soon dates will be set in January to fulfill this diocesan directive.

Maintenance Fund Collection Next Weekend:
The Maintenance Fund Collection is taken up at the beginning of the month, either the first or second Sunday, depending on how the box of offertory envelopes has them placed. This month the collection will be taken up next weekend, January 8. As in the past your help given in this collection is needed and appreciated greatly. Thank you.

Liturgy Planning Committee:
The Parish Council Worship Committee announces the formation of a Liturgy Planning Committee. The Liturgy Planning Committee is a subcommittee of the Worship Committee and any parishioner of Mary Mother of Mercy who is interested in planning liturgies is welcome. The first meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at the Parish Center (Interlaken). Meetings will recur once a month. We encourage all who are interested to participate.”

St. James the Apostle Food Donations:
Food donations may be brought to the church next weekend and placed on the table located in the front of the church. Monetary donations are accepted also. All donations go to help the Trumansburg Food Pantry.

Project Rachel Ministry Assisting Those Who Have Been Wounded by Abortion:
The pain and sorrow of a past abortion need not endure for a lifetime. Phone the Diocese of Rochester, Project Rachel, for a confidential referral to those who can help, 585-328-3210 or email: Deacon David Snyder, or Suzanne Stack, .

Birthright of Ithaca:
Please help support new mothers and their babies. There is a need for clothing donations (sizes newborn–4T, diapers, and miscellaneous baby items. Items may be new, or used in good condition. Unfortunately, baby furniture cannot be accepted. Donations may be dropped off at St. James the Apostle Pine Room and will be picked up on Tuesdays for delivery by Ellen Rider (607 387 6693) to the Birthright of Ithaca.

Public Policy Weekend—February 4 and 5:
Pope Francis on True Compassionate Care: “Palliative care is an expression of the truly human attitude of taking care of one another, especially those who suffer. It is a testimony that the human person is always precious, even if marked by illness or old age.” Pope Francis, March 2015. There are alternatives to assisted suicide. We must do all we can to reduce suffering and promote the loving option of palliative medicine and hospice care. Learn more and advocate to protect the dignity of all human live. Check out more information about the diocesan public policy agenda on the diocese’s website (http://www.dor.org/index.cfm/catholic-charities/public-policy/). Sign a letter or petition to your legislators opposing assisted suicide on Public Policy Weekend February 4 and 5, 2017.

Cancer Services Program:
This program of Cortland and Tompkins Counties 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, please phone: 1 866 442 2262.

Scripture Study:
Parishioners are welcome to join an informal study of The Gospel According to Mark which will resume January 24, 2017, on Tuesday mornings after the 9:00 a.m. Mass (St James the Apostle Church), The study is facilitated by Debbie Short and Camille Taranto. The Liguori Catholic Bible Study will be used. Questions: contact Camille (607) 387-3125.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for New Year’s Weekend (first Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Scott Hamula and Amy Panek
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Barbara Willers, Robin Hamula, Kathleen Rourke

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Lynne Stager and Maria Connell
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Glenn Stamps, Mary Szymanski

Schedule for January 9 and 10, 2017 (second Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Kathleen Rourke and Scott Hamula
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Barbara Willers, Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Rich and Hilary Wong
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Lynne Stager, Glenn Stamps, Susan Stafford

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross
January 2017

	1/1/17	1/8/17	1/15/17	1/22/17	1/29/17

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

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

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

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

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Lector Schedule

January through March 2017

DATE

FIRST READING from

OLD TESTAMENT

SECOND READING from

NEW TESTAMENT

January 1

Solemnity of Mary, Holy Mother of God

Ann Buddle

Charlotte Huyler

January 8

Epiphany of the Lord

Karl Messmer

Pat Messmer

January 15

2^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Millie Messmer

Gerry Messmer

January 22

3^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Stephanie Houck

Jeff Houck

January 29

4^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sheila Haddad

Marie Roloson

February 5

5^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Barbara Willers

Ann Buddle

February 12

6^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Gerry Messmer

Millie Messmer

February 19

7^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Charlotte Huyler

Sheila Haddad

February 26

8^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Pat Messmer

Karl Messmer

March 1

Ash Wednesday

Volunteers needed if

there is a Mass.

March 5

1^st Sunday of Lent

Marie Roloson

Barbara Willers

March 12

2^nd Sunday of Lent

Jeff Houck

Stephanie Houck

March 19

3^rd Sunday of Lent

Ann Buddle

Charlotte Huyler

March 26

4^th Sunday of Lent

Heather Cranford

Barbara Willers

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

January through March 2017

DATE

Precious

Blood

SET UP AND

PURIFICATION

Precious

Blood

January 1

Solemnity of Mary, Holy Mother of God

Jennifer Sharp

Jeanie Wiggins

Michele Barr

January 8

Epiphany of the Lord

Millie Messmer

Cathy Millspaugh

Maryann Dendis

January 15

2^nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Pat Messmer

Charlotte Huyler

Patti Perry

January 22

3^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Chris Duthie

Marie Roloson

Mary Ruckdeschel

January 29

4^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Jennifer Sharp

Maryann Dendis

Michele Barr

February 5

5^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Jeanie Wiggins

Pat Messmer

Charlotte Huyler

February 12

6^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Cathy Millspaugh

Patti Perry

Michele Barr

February 19

7^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Millie Messmer

Jennifer Sharp

Marie Roloson

February 26

8^th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Charlotte Huyler

Chris Duthie

Mary Ruckdeschel

March 1

Ash Wednesday

Volunteers

needed if there

is a Mass

March 5

1^st Sunday of Lent

Maryann Dendis

Chris Duthie

Pat Messmer

March 12

2^nd Sunday of Lent

Mary Ruckdeschel

Jeanie Wiggins

Jennifer Sharp

March 19

3^rd Sunday of Lent

Cathy Millspaugh

Marie Roloson

Patti Perry

March 26

4^th Sunday of Lent

Chris Duthie

Charlotte Huyler

Millie Messmer

REMEMBER: to take Communion to Richard Suchocki before giving to congregation.

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Bulletin for December 25, 2016 ~ Christmas Day

Posted on December 20, 2016 by Kathleen Rourke

Live the Liturgy – Inspiration for the Week:
Merry Christmas! On Christmas Day is born our Savior, Christ the Lord! The Word, Jesus Christ, was with God from the beginning and brought life to the world. What an awesome thought! Jesus being born in time reminds all of us that our birth is not an accident. God uniquely created each one of us and gave us life out of love. He designed us with purpose and blessed each one of us with gifts and talents. Jesus, Emmanuel and Son of God, shows us who we are and who we are meant to become!

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Parish Masses for Christmas:
Christmas Eve—Saturday, December 24
5:00 p.m. at St. James the Apostle
5:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus
8:00 p.m. at St. James the Apostle
10:00 p.m. at Holy Cross

Christmas Day—Sunday, December 25
9:30 a.m. at St. James the Apostle (there will be no 11:00 a.m. Mass)
9:30 a.m. at Holy Cross

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. (January 10 and 24). At the Interlaken Reformed Church on
Fridays, 3:00 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. (January 2 and 16).
NO Communion service: at St. James the Apostle on Monday,
December 26.
New Year’s: The regular Sunday Mass schedule will be followed
for New Year’s weekend.
Liturgy Planning Committee: The first meeting will be held on Tuesday,
January 10, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. at the Parish Center.
Scripture study classes of the Gospel: will resume on on Tuesdays
beginning January 24, 2017, after the 9:00 a.m. Mass at St.
James the Apostle Church.
Public Policy Weekend: February 4 and 5, 2017.

Christmas Day—Two Collections:
Because Christmas falls on a Sunday this year, there will be the regular Sunday Collection and the Christmas Offering Collection. The Church has always been greatly dependent and appreciative on our parishioners’ generosity to their church at Christmas time. So again, this Christmas, we request your help for the financial support of the parish. You may also pay online at marymotherofmercy.com/giving.

Donations/Contributions Made by Check:
Beginning January 1, 2017, when making donations/contributions, please make checks out to: The Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy. On the memo line of the check you may name of the church be it St. James the Apostle, St. Francis Solanus, or Holy Cross.

Monday, December 26:
Please be aware that there will be no 9:00 a.m. Communion service at St. James the Apostle on Monday, December 26.

Feast Day: The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph:
This feast day is regularly celebrated on the first Sunday after Christmas. However, this year that day is New Year’s Day which is when the Church celebrates the octave day of the Nativity of the Lord / Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God. Instead, on Friday, you might want to come to Mass to pray for your family, or better, come to Mass with you family.

New Year’s Day Masses:
The regular Sunday Mass schedule will be followed for New Year’s weekend.

2016-2017 Catholic Ministries Appeal:
Thank you to everyone who has responded with a gift or pledge. We need all parishioners to help reach our parish given goal of $29,855. A report issued on December 13, 2016, stated that our parish has pledged $20,690. We are a distance from our goal. Pledge envelopes are located in the vestibules of the church. A third and final mailing from the Diocese took place on December 7. The letter was sent to all those donors who made a gift in one of the last three CMA years, but have not yet given to this year’s campaign. Please respond as soon as possible.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA):
For those interested in learning more about what the followers of Jesus believe or becoming Catholic or completing the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation (Confirmation and Eucharist), classes are held on Sundays at 12:15 p.m. at St. James the Apostle in the Pine Room. Please phone the parish center or be in touch with Fr. Bernard to register.

Birthright of Ithaca:
Please help support new mothers and their babies. There is a need for clothing donations (sizes newborn—4T, diapers, and miscellaneous baby items). Items may be new, or used in good condition. Unfortunately, baby furniture cannot be accepted. Donations may be dropped off at St. James the Apostle Pine Room and will be picked up on Tuesdays for delivery by Ellen Rider (607 387 6693) to the Birthright of Ithaca.

Public Policy Weekend—Jesus, Ultimate Human Dignity:
God becoming one of us is the ultimate confirmation of the inherent dignity of human life. That dignity does not depend on how functional or productive we are. We have dignity because we ARE. Yet the elderly, the disabled, those who are not getting the care they need, are vulnerable in the face of the push to legalize physician-assisted suicide there in New York State. Learn more and advocate to protect the dignity of all human live. Check out more information about the diocesan public policy agenda on the diocese’s website (http://www.dor.org/index.cfm/catholic-charities/public-policy/). Sign a letter or petition to your legislators opposing assisted suicide on Public Policy Weekend February 4 and 5, 2017.

Scripture Study:
Parishioners are welcome to join an informal study of The Gospel According to Mark which will resume January 24, 2017, on Tuesday mornings after the 9:00 a.m. Mass (St James the Apostle Church), The study is facilitated by Debbie Short and Camille Taranto. The Liguori Catholic Bible Study will be used. Questions: contact Camille (607) 387-3125.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Christmas 2016 at St. James the Apostle:

Christmas Eve:
Mass at 5 p.m. (Children’s Mass)
Lectors: Carol Kuklo, Nancy Olszewski
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Eileen Heptig, Susan Stafford, Traci Bump

Mass at 8 p.m.
Lectors: Scott Hamula, Tim Davis
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Robin Hamula, Anne Haus (tentative), Joan Hogan

Christmas Day:
Mass at 9:30 a.m.
Lectors: Barbara Willers, Tommy Perry
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Laurie and Patrick Miller, Mark Scibilia-Carver

Schedule for New Year’s Weekend (first Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Scott Hamula and Amy Panek
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Barbara Willers, Robin Hamula, Kathleen Rourke

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Lynne Stager and Maria Connell
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Glenn Stamps, Mary Szymanski

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

December 2016:

	12/24/16	12/25/16
	10:00 PM	9:30 AM
Greeter in addition to Usher		M. Maleski

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

Lector 1	L. Kurkchi	E. Moore
Lector 2	J. Swanson

Extraordinary Min 1	L.A. Fox	S. Limoncelli
Extraordinary Min 2	M. Frank	D. Moore
Extraordinary Min 3	K. Sinkiewicz
	2 Envelopes	2 Envelopes
Usher 1 (Lead)
Usher 2		M. Maleski
Usher 3
Usher 4

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church
December 2016

Lectors:

Date	First reading from Old Testament	Second reading from New Testament
December 25: Christmas Day	Jeff Houck	Stephanie Houck

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:

Date	Precious Blood	Set-up and purification	Precious Blood
December 25: Christmas Day	Cathy Millspaugh	Jennifer Sharp	Millie Messmer

Bulletin for December 18, 2016 ~ Fourth Sunday of Advent

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Kathleen Rourke

Catholics Invite Catholics:
“Come to Mass in the Lord’s house on the Lord’s day.” A way to remind people of a way to be faithful to the third commandment: Keep holy the Lord’s Day.

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Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
As we gather on this Fourth Sunday of Advent our anticipation for the coming of the Messiah heightens and intensifies. Our desire to connect with the source of who we are, God himself, takes on greater fervor. We anticipate the salvation Christ brings, which promises us a renewed spirit and freedom. We all long to be free. What binds us and prevents us from embracing what God desires to give? If we desire, we can taste this freedom now and then possess it fully when Christ comes!

Upcoming Events:

Scripture study classes of the Gospel according to Mark: 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. (December 27 and January 10). At the Interlaken Reformed Church on Fridays, 3:00 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. (December 19 and January 2).
Holiday breads: Breads can be delivered to the Pine Room after Masses on December 17 and 18 or at the Methodist Church by 10:00 a.m. on December 19
Parish choir final Christmas rehearsal: Tuesday, December 20, at 6:30 p.m. at Holy Cross Church, Ovid.

Parish Masses for Christmas:
Christmas Eve—Saturday, December 24
5:00 p.m. at St. James the Apostle
5:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus
8:00 p.m. at St. James the Apostle
10:00 p.m. at Holy Cross

Christmas Day—Sunday, December 25
9:30 a.m. at St. James the Apostle (there will be no 11:00 a.m. Mass)
9:30 a.m. at Holy Cross

Donations/Contributions Made By Checks:
Beginning January 1, 2017, when making donations / contributions, please make checks out to: The Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy. On the memo line of the check you may name the Church, be it St. James the Apostle, St. Francis Solanus, or Holy Cross.

2017 Offertory Envelopes:
The 2017 boxes of offertory envelopes—for those who use offertory envelopes—may be picked up after the Masses (St. James the Apostle in the Pine Room, St. Francis Solanus in the Annex, and Holy Cross in the vestibule of the church). Please pick up your 2017 parish calendar at the same time. If you presently do not use envelopes and would like to, please phone the parish center and make the request. Thank you.

Parish Choir Rehearsal:
The final rehearsal for the 10:00 p.m. Christmas Mass at Holy Cross will be this Tuesday,
December 20, at 6:30 p.m. at Holy Cross Church, Ovid. The rehearsal will comprise of prelude: Hark the Herald, O Little Town of Bethlehem, Angels We Have Heard on High, Away In a Manger, and What Child Is This; processional: O Come All Ye Faithful, the Mass of Renewal for the proper parts of the Mass; Communion: O Holy Night; meditation: cello solo; blessing of the crib: Joseph’s Lullaby; and recessional: Joy to the World.

Advent Reflections Delivered to Your In Box:
Join Bishop Robert Barron and 275,000 Catholics in receiving free daily advent reflections. To sign up, go to adventreflections.com and follow instructions. An easy way to take five minutes each day this hectic season and prepare for the celebration of the Lord’s birth and His second coming.

Advent Family Activity:
This is a creative way to help our local food pantries. Set a box or basket in your house and, each day of Advent, add one food item to the box or basket. After Christmas donate the contents of the box to your local food pantry. This is a wonderful activity for the whole family while helping those in need.

Monday, December 26:
Please be aware that there will be no 9:00 a.m. Communion Service at St. James the Apostle on Monday, December 26.

2016–2017 Catholic Ministries Appeal:
Thank you to everyone who has responded with a gift or pledge. We need all parishioners to help reach our parish given goal of $29,855. A report issued on December 6, 2016, stated that our parish has pledged $14,830. We are a good distance from our goal. Pledge envelopes are located in the vestibules of the church. A third and final mailing from the diocese took place on December 7. The letter was sent to all those donors who made a gift in one of the last three CMA years, but have not yet given to this year’s campaign. Please respond as soon as possible.

St. James Christmas Hat / Mitten / Scarf Tree:
The tree has been placed near the altar. Items will be donated to Catholic Charities in Ithaca. Items needed are for all ages from babies to adults; both sexes.

St. James Request for Holiday Breads:
As is done every year, the Trumansburg Food Pantry is asking for holiday breads from the churches of the Trumansburg area. St. James the Apostle needs twenty loaves of bread (banana, pumpkin, etc.). There is a sign-up in the vestibule of the church. Breads can be delivered to the pine room after Masses on the 17 and 18 or at the Methodist Church by 10:00 a.m. on the 19.

Birthright of Ithaca:
Please help support new mothers and their babies. There is a need for clothing donations (sizes newborn – 4T, diapers, and miscellaneous baby items. Items may be new, or used in good condition. Unfortunately, baby furniture cannot be accepted. Donations may be dropped off at St. James the Apostle Pine Room and will be picked up on Tuesdays for delivery by Ellen Rider (607 387 6693) to the Birthright of Ithaca.

“Thank You” to the Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy:
The Society for the Propagation of the Faith for the Diocese of Rochester, sent a “thank you” letter for the $765.55 collected on World Mission Sunday held at the end of October. Besides the expressions of gratitude the Rev. Robert C. Bradler, diocesan director. wrote: “World Mission Sunday is celebrated once a year. I hope that in the months ahead you will continue to remember the missionary work of the church through prayer.”

“Thank You” to St. James the Apostle:
Catholic Charities of Tompkins/Tioga sends enormous thanks for the beautiful hats, gloves, and other outerwear collected at St. James the Apostle for our Share the Warmth project. What a wonderful outpouring of love and concern for people in need! In the first week of the winter clothing giveaway, we served over 250 households. We are grateful for your solidarity in our efforts to ensure people can stay warm during the cold winter ahead.

Public Policy Weekend—All Lives are Worth Living:
God becoming one of us is the ultimate confirmation of the inherent dignity of human life. That dignity does not depend on how functional or productive we are. We have dignity because we ARE. Yet the elderly, the disabled, those who are not getting the care they need, are vulnerable in the face of the push to legalize physician-assisted suicide there in New York State. Learn more and advocate to protect the dignity of all human live. Check out more information about the diocesan public policy agenda on the diocese’s website (http://www.dor.org/index.cfm/catholic-charities/public-policy/). Sign a letter or petition to your legislators opposing assisted suicide on Public Policy Weekend February 4 and 5, 2017.

Scripture Study:
Parishioners are welcome to join an informal study of The Gospel According to Mark on Tuesday mornings after the 9:00 a.m. Mass (St James the Apostle Church), The study will be facilitated by Debbie Short and Camille Taranto. The Liguori Catholic Bible Study will be used. Questions: contact Camille (607) 387-3125.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for this weekend, December 17 and 18 (third Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Amy Panek (for Carol Kuklo) and Barbara Willers
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Kathleen Rourke, Cathy DelSignore, Traci Bump

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Glenn Stamps and Nancy Olszewski
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Anna Zavala, Susan Stafford

Christmas 2016 at St. James the Apostle:

Christmas Eve:
Mass at 5 p.m. (Children’s Mass)
Lectors: Carol Kuklo, Nancy Olszewski
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Eileen Heptig, Susan Stafford, Traci Bump

Mass at 8 p.m.
Lectors: Scott Hamula, Tim Davis
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Robin Hamula, Anne Haus (tentative), Joan Hogan

Christmas Day:
Mass at 9:30 a.m.
Lectors: Barbara Willers, Tommy Perry
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Laurie and Patrick Miller, Mark Scibilia-Carver

Schedule for New Year’s Weekend (first Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Scott Hamula and Amy Panek
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Barbara Willers, Robin Hamula, Kathleen Rourke

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Lynne Stager and Maria Connell
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Glenn Stamps, Mary Szymanski

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

December 2016:

	12/18/16	12/24/16	12/25/16
		10:00 PM	9:30 AM
Greeter in addition to Usher	C. Conroy		M. Maleski

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

Lector 1	N. Shumway	L. Kurkchi	E. Moore
Lector 2	P. Motill	J. Swanson

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

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church
December 2016

Lectors:

Date	First reading from Old Testament	Second reading from New Testament
December 18: 4^th Sunday of Advent	Karl Messmer	Charlotte Huyler
December 25: Christmas Day	Jeff Houck	Stephanie Houck

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:

Date	Precious Blood	Set-up and purification	Precious Blood
December 18: 4^th Sunday of Advent	Pat Messmer	Patti Perry	Maryann Dendis
December 25: Christmas Day	Cathy Millspaugh	Jennifer Sharp	Millie Messmer

Bulletin for December 11, 2016 ~ Third Sunday of Advent

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Kathleen Rourke

Catholics Invite Catholics:
“Come to Mass in the Lord’s house on the Lord’s day.” A way to remind people of a way to be faithful to the third commandment: Keep holy the Lord’s Day.

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Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
Today is Gaudete Sunday. Gaudete means “rejoice!” Our Scriptures provide us with wonderful images of healing, restoration, and justice. St. James reminds us to be patient as the coming of the Lord is at hand. But it is the prophet Isaiah who provides the encouragement we so desperately need. Our world and our country are in need of peace. We long for God’s justice, which does not bring retribution but equity. Isaiah shows us that if we walk with God all of these things can be ours, not only in the future but now.

Upcoming Events:

Scripture study classes of the Gospel according to Mark: 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. (December 13 and 27). At the Interlaken Reformed Church on Fridays, 3:00 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. (December 19).
The Angel Trees at St. Francis and Holy Cross churches: Gifts must be returned no later than Sunday, December 11
Our Lady of Guadalupe: Her feast day is celebrated on December 12
Parish choir: Rehearsals on Tuesdays, December 13 and 20, at 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Holy Cross, Ovid.
Seneca Singers Concerts: Wednesday, December 14, first at South Seneca High School, Ovid, at 2:00 p.m. and the second at the Seneca Falls Library, 47 Cayuga St., at 4:30 p.m.
Blue Christmas Service: A simple and contemplative service on Thursday, December 15 at 7:00 p.m. at the Mecklenburg United Methodist Church
Holiday breads: Breads can be delivered to the St. James Pine Room after Masses on December 17 and 18 or at the Methodist Church by 10:00 a.m. on December 19

Parish Masses for Christmas:
Christmas Eve—Saturday, December 24
5:00 p.m. at St. James the Apostle
5:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus
8:00 p.m. at St. James the Apostle
10:00 p.m. at Holy Cross

Christmas Day—Sunday, December 25
9:30 a.m. at St. James the Apostle (there will be no 11:00 a.m. Mass)
9:30 a.m. at Holy Cross

Patronness of the Americas—Our Lady of Guadalupe:
This feast day for North, Central, and South America is celebrated on December 12, this Monday.

2017 Offertory Envelopes:
The 2017 boxes of offertory envelopes—for those who use offertory envelopes—may be picked up after the Masses (St. James the Apostle in the Pine Room; St. Francis Solanus in the Annex; Holy Cross in the vestibule of the church). Please pick up your 2017 parish calendar at the same time. If you presently do not use envelopes and would like to, please phone the parish center and make the request. Thank you.

Advent Reflections Delivered to Your In Box:
Join Bishop Robert Barron and 275,000 Catholics in receiving free daily Advent reflections. To sign up, go to adventreflections.com and follow instructions. An easy way to take five minutes each day this hectic season and prepare for the celebration of the Lord’s birth and His second coming.

Family Activity for Advent:
This is a creative way to help our local food pantries. Set a box or basket in your house. Each day of Advent add one food item to the box or basket. After Christmas donate the contents of the box to your local food pantry. This is a wonderful activity for the whole family while helping those in need.

St. James Christmas Hat/Mitten/Scarf Tree:
The tree has been placed near the altar. Items will be donated to Catholic Charities in Ithaca. Items needed are for all ages from babies to adults; both sexes.

Parish Choir:
Rehearsal dates, times and place: Tuesdays, December 13 and 20, at 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Holy Cross, Ovid.

St. James Pie Sale:
THANK YOU from the Women’s Guild to all those who purchased a home-made pie before Thanksgiving. “We especially want to thank the pie-maker, who asked to be kept anonymous. Together we raised $300, which is being donated to the Trumansburg Food Pantry! God bless you for your generosity!”

St. James Request for Holiday Breads:
As is done every year, the Trumansburg Food Pantry is asking for holiday breads from the churches of the Trumansburg area. St. James the Apostle needs twenty loaves of bread (banana, pumpkin, etc.). There is a sign-up in the vestibule of the church. Breads can be delivered to the pine room after Masses on December 17 and 18 or at the Methodist Church by 10:00 a.m. on December 19.

Catholic Charities—Tompkins /Tioga:
Share the warmth by donating winter outer-wear. Items needed: children’s coats, snow pants, and boots; adults’ coats and boots; hats; gloves, mittens, and scarves. Regarding household goods and personal care products, what is needed: sheets, towels, blankets, work boots, black slacks for men and women, deodorant, hair conditioner, hand lotion, and diapers. Drop-off times: Tuesday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00–3:30 p.m. at 324 West Buffalo St. Ithaca. For more information call 607 272 5062.

Blue Christmas Service:
You may be grieving a loss, feeling alone or in despair. You are not alone in your “Christmas Blues.” You are invited to a Blue Christmas service of readings, gentle music, and candle lighting—a simple, contemplative service—Thursday, December 15, at 7:00 p.m. at the Mecklenburg United Methodist Church, corner of Turnpike Rod and Steve St., just off Rt. 79 in Mecklenburg.

Seneca Singers Christmas Concert:
Seneca Singers will be performing two concerts in northern and southern communities in Seneca County on Wednesday, December 14, under the direction of Dr. Susan Avery. The first concert will be held at South Seneca High School, 7263 Main St. in Ovid at 2:00 p.m. and the second being at the Seneca Falls Library, 47 Cayuga St. at 4:30 p.m. Both concerts are free and open to all “who would like to hear good Christmas music during this holiday season.”

Bulletin Announcements:
If you wish an announcement in the Sunday bulletin it must be submitted nine (9) days before the date of publication. Announcements are put together on a Friday—a week and two days before the actual publishing date. Please forward announcements to the Parish Center—the parish email address may be used which is found on the front page of the bulletin. Regarding events, it is a good idea to have them announced four weeks in advance—that is, to give the parishioners a reminder four times.

St. James the Apostle Offertory Collection Counters:
We currently have three counting teams that perform their counting activity either on Sunday (after the 11:00 a.m. Mass) or 9:30 a.m. on Monday. The counting activity takes about one and a half hours depending on the size of the collection(s). We need substitutes for when one of the counters is either ill or on holiday and would like to increase the number of teams to four so that each team counts only once a month. Each team would consist of a minimum of two non-related individuals and would attend a training class to review the diocesan/St. James counting procedures which takes about one hour.

Making Contributions by Check:
The parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy, is yet to be civilly incorporated, therefore checks cannot be made out in that name. For the present time, please make checks out in the name of the church, that is, to St. James the Apostle, or St. Francis Solanus, or Holy Cross.

Sisters of St. Joseph of Rochester Prayers:
Sister Susan Schantz, SSJ, continues to pray for St. James the Apostle church in Trumansburg. Let us keep Sr. Susan and the Sisters of St. Joseph in our prayers.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for this weekend, December 10 and 11 (second Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Kathleen Rourke and Scott Hamula
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Barbara Willers, Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Rich and Hilary Wong
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Lynne Stager, Glenn Stamps, Susan Stafford

Schedule for next weekend, December 17 and 18 (third Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Amy Panek (for Carol Kuklo) and Barbara Willers
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Kathleen Rourke, Cathy DelSignore, Traci Bump

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Glenn Stamps and Nancy Olszewski
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Anna Zavala, Susan Stafford

Christmas 2016 at St. James the Apostle:

Christmas Eve:
Mass at 5 p.m. (Children’s Mass)
Lectors: Carol Kuklo, Nancy Olszewski
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Eileen Heptig, Susan Stafford, Traci Bump

Mass at 8 p.m.
Lectors: Scott Hamula, Tim Davis
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Robin Hamula, Anne Haus (tentative), Joan Hogan

Christmas Day:
Mass at 9:30 a.m.
Lectors: Barbara Willers, Tommy Perry
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Laurie and Patrick Miller, Mark Scibilia-Carver

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

December 2016:

	12/11/16	12/18/16	12/24/16	12/25/16
			10:00 PM	9:30 AM
Greeter in addition to Usher	M. Maleski	C. Conroy		M. Maleski

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

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

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

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church
December 2016

Lectors:

Date	First reading from Old Testament	Second reading from New Testament
December 11: 3^rd Sunday of Advent	Marie Roloson	Sheila Haddad
December 18: 4^th Sunday of Advent	Karl Messmer	Charlotte Huyler
December 25: Christmas Day	Jeff Houck	Stephanie Houck

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:

Date	Precious Blood	Set-up and purification	Precious Blood
December 11: 3^rd Sunday of Advent	Michele Barr	Jeanie Wiggins	Charlotte Huyler
December 18: 4^th Sunday of Advent	Pat Messmer	Patti Perry	Maryann Dendis
December 25: Christmas Day	Cathy Millspaugh	Jennifer Sharp	Millie Messmer

Bulletin for December 4, 2016 ~ Second Sunday of Advent

Posted on December 2, 2016 by Kathleen Rourke

Catholics Invite Catholics:
“Come to Mass in the Lord’s house on the Lord’s day.” A way to remind people of a way to be faithful to the third commandment: Keep holy the Lord’s Day.

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Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
We are reminded today that the coming of the Messiah is intended to restore the innocence and trust originally experienced in the Garden of Eden. The Gospel message leads us to this vision. John the Baptist prepares us to receive the One who will preach this message only to suffer and die as a result of it. We are asked to repent and move away from where the world desires to lead us. We are called to the vision given us by our Savior. Hope allows us to persevere as we wait for what is to come.

Upcoming Events:

Scripture study classes of the Gospel according to Mark: 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. (December 13 and 27). At the Interlaken Federated Church on Fridays, 3:00 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. (December 5 and 19).
RCIA Classes: Begin the First Sunday of Advent, November 27
“Season of Songs,” Trumansburg Area Churches Concert::
Sunday, December 4, at 4:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church
Parish Choir: next rehearsal is December 6 at Holy Cross Church, Ovid from 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Doug’s Fish Fry: Sponsored by Mecklenburg United Methodist Church, Wednesday, December 7 from 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. at the Trumansburg Fair Grounds.
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Holy day of obligation on Thursday, December 8
“Light in the Dark of Winter,” Trumansburg Community
Chorus Winter Concert: December 9, at 7:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church
The Angel Trees at St. Francis and Holy Cross churches: Gifts must be returned no later than Sunday, December 11

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Patronal Feast Day of the United States of America:
This Thursday, December 8, is the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is a holy day of obligation. The times and places for the Masses are: 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. at St. James the Apostle, 12:00 noon at St. Francis Solanus, and 6:00 p.m. at Holy Cross.

2017 Offertory Envelops:
The 2017 boxes of offertory envelopes—for those who use offertory envelopes—may be picked up after the Masses (at St. James the Apostle in the Pine Room, at St. Francis Solanus in the Annex, and at Holy Cross in the vestibule of the church). Please pick up your 2017 Parish calendar at the same time. If you presently do not use envelopes and would like to, please phone the parish center and make the request. Thank you.

Parish Masses for Christmas:
Christmas Eve—Saturday, December 24
5:00 p.m. at St. James the Apostle
5:00 p.m. at St. Francis Solanus
8:00 p.m. at St. James the Apostle
10:00 p.m. at Holy Cross

Christmas Day—Sunday, December 25
9:30 a.m. at St. James the Apostle (there will be no 11:00 a.m. Mass)
9:30 a.m. at Holy Cross

St. James The Apostle Christmas Hat/Mitten/Scarf Tree:
The tree has been placed near the altar. Items will be donated to Catholic Charities in Ithaca. Items needed are for all ages from babies to adults; both sexes.

Christmas Flower Collection:
A second collection will be taken up this weekend for the purchase of Christmas flowers. Your generosity is always appreciated in the help of decorating the Church at Christmas.

Advent Reflections:
Join Bishop Robert Barron and 275,000 Catholics in receiving free daily advent reflections. To sign up, go to adventreflections.com and follow instructions. An easy way to take five minutes each day this hectic season and prepare for the celebration of the Lord’s birth and His second coming.

Advent Edition of The Word Among Us:
A limited number of these booklets are available in the vestibules of the church for daily meditations for Advent.

A Family Advent Activity:
This is a creative way to help our local food pantries. Set a box or basket in your house and, each day of Advent, add one food item to the box or basket. After Christmas donate the contents of the box to your local food pantry. This is a wonderful activity for the whole family while helping those in need.

Parish Choir:
The next Parish Choir rehearsal is this Tuesday, December 6 at Holy Cross Church, Ovid from 6:30–8:30 p.m. There is no rehearsal on Thursday, December 8.

“Season of Songs” in Trumansburg:
The Trumansburg Area Churches (TAC) Concert, “Season of Songs,” will be held this Sunday, December 4, at 4:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 69 E. Main Street. The concert will comprise of choirs, guitars, hand bells, vocalists, etc. The concert is free and everyone is welcome.

“Light in the Dark of Winter” Winter Concert:
Please join the Trumansburg Community Chorus for their Winter Concert, “Light in the Dark of Winter,” on this Friday, December 9, at 7:30 p.m. at The First Presbyterian Church, Trumansburg. Admissions is free, donations are welcomed.

2016/2017 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA):
The active phase of our parish CMA campaign continues. Thank you to everyone who has responded with a gift or pledge. If you have not yet responded, please give consideration to your financial participation. Another letter and pledge form has been mailed to everyone who has not yet responded. The Catholic Ministries Appeal provides, funding for important programs, services and ministries that strengthen our whole Church. We need your financial support to reach our given parish goal of $29,855. A report was issued on November 22, 2016 and our parishioners have pledged $11,505. Making a pledge is primary, what is pledged is secondary. If all our families were to make a pledge we would reach our goal easily. Please respond as soon as possible. Here is a link to a CMA informative video https://youtu.be/z1t-yW3Bu8k

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA):
For those interested in learning more about what the followers of Jesus believe or becoming Catholic or completing the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation (Confirmation and Eucharist), classes began on Sunday, November 27, first Sunday of Advent, at 12:15 p.m. at St. James the Apostle. Please phone the parish center or be in touch with Fr. Bernard to register for the classes. Even though classes have begun, you can still register and participate.

St. James the Apostle Food Donations:
Food donations may be brought to St. James Church next weekend and placed on the table located in the front of the church. Monetary donations are accepted also. All donations go to help the Trumansburg Food Pantry.

Seneca County Christmas Project—Angel Tree Tags:
The Angel Trees are up at both St. Francis and Holy Cross churches! If you take a child’s tag, the gifts must be returned no later than next Sunday, December 11. All presents will be picked up Monday morning, December 12. Please do not wrap the gifts—parents need to see what has been given for their children. You need to include the tag information where it can easily be seen. Also wrapping paper, ribbon, or bows would be appreciated. Distribution for gifts will be Wednesday, December 14. If you have helped in the past you will be contacted for your assistance again; if you would like to volunteer for the first time please contact Gerry Frank at 869 5009.

Seeking Volunteers To “Share The Warmth”:
Tompkins County Catholic Charities is seeking volunteers to help with set-up, distribution, and clean-up for the annual “Share the Warmth” project, which distributes hundreds of coats, hats, gloves, and boots to people in need. Specifically we are looking for some strong and able-bodied folks to help during the day with set-up on Monday, November 21, and takedown on Monday, December 12. Then for Monday, November 28, through Friday, December 2, and Monday, December 5, through Friday, December 9, we are seeking volunteers from 8:45 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., generally in two hour shifts, to interact with people, helping them find coats and hats and gloves. We try to make it like shopping, only everything is free! To help ensure that both kids and adults are adequately clothed this winter, please contact Michaela Cortright at 272-5062 ext. 10 or email to sign up for a shift.

“Thank You” from the South Seneca Central School:
The elementary school nurse, Dena Ganoung RN, together with Diane Cleveland, health office aide, send a letter of gratitude for the generous donation of winter coats for students. “We so appreciate your kindness and concern for the children in our community. … It is reassuring to know that when a student needs a coat to keep warm, we are able to offer one. Thank you again for your generosity.”

Your Help is Solicited, Today is the Last Day to Help:
In order to ensure that the Catholic mission of word, worship, service (witness), and community (fellowship) continues in a vibrant way throughout the parishes in the eastern area of the diocese, parishioners are being asked to complete an online survey. The survey is sixty questions in length and will be used to help pastors, staff, and councils identify priorities, areas for improvement, and areas where parishes can work together to increase ministry opportunities or training. The survey will be open until December 4, when reports will be compiled by the Diocesan Office of Pastoral Resources and Planning and sent to each pastor to distribute. Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey. To participate in the survey go to: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/EastDeaneryMinistryAssessment.

Doug’s Fish Fry:
The Mecklenburg United Methodist Church, is sponsoring the fish fry this Wednesday, December 7, from 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. at the Trumansburg Fair Grounds. For pre-orders, up to 11:00 a.m., phone 607 423 5996. They are also selling fresh fir wreaths and boxwood baskets as well as homemade baked goods, beverages, and Christmas cookies.

Cancer Services Program:
This program of Cortland and Tompkins Counties 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, please phone: 1 866 442 2262

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for this weekend, December 3 and 4 (first Sunday):

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

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Lynne Stager and Maria Connell
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Glenn Stamps, Mary Szymanski

Schedule for next weekend, December 10 and 11 (second Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Kathleen Rourke and Scott Hamula
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Barbara Willers, Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Rich and Hilary Wong
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Lynne Stager, Glenn Stamps, Susan Stafford

Christmas 2016 at St. James the Apostle:

Christmas Eve:
Mass at 5 p.m. (Children’s Mass)
Lectors: Carol Kuklo, Nancy Olszewski
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Eileen Heptig, Susan Stafford, Traci Bump

Mass at 8 p.m.
Lectors: Scott Hamula, Tim Davis
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Robin Hamula, Anne Haus (tentative), Joan Hogan

Christmas Day:
Mass at 9:30 a.m.
Lectors: Barbara Willers, Tommy Perry
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Laurie and Patrick Miller, Mark Scibilia-Carver

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

December 2016:

	12/4/16	12/11/16	12/18/16	12/24/16	12/25/16
				10:00 PM	9:30 AM
Greeter in addition to Usher	C. Conroy	M. Maleski	C. Conroy		M. Maleski

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

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

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

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church
December 2016

Lectors:

Date	First reading from Old Testament	Second reading from New Testament
December 4: 2^nd Sunday of Advent	Stephanie Houck	Jeff Houck
December 8: Feast of Immaculate Conception	Volunteers needed if	there is a Mass.
December 11: 3^rd Sunday of Advent	Marie Roloson	Sheila Haddad
December 18: 4^th Sunday of Advent	Karl Messmer	Charlotte Huyler
December 25: Christmas Day	Jeff Houck	Stephanie Houck

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:

Date	Precious Blood	Set-up and purification	Precious Blood
December 4: 2^nd Sunday of Advent	Cathy Millspaugh	Pat Messmer	Marie Roloson
December 8: Feast of Immaculate Conception	Volunteers	needed if there	is a Mass
December 11: 3^rd Sunday of Advent	Michele Barr	Jeanie Wiggins	Charlotte Huyler
December 18: 4^th Sunday of Advent	Pat Messmer	Patti Perry	Maryann Dendis
December 25: Christmas Day	Cathy Millspaugh	Jennifer Sharp	Millie Messmer

Bulletin for November 27, 2016 ~ First Sunday in Advent

Posted on November 25, 2016 by Kathleen Rourke

Catholics Invite Catholics:
“Come to Mass in the Lord’s house on the Lord’s day.” A way to remind people of a way to be faithful to the third commandment: Keep holy the Lord’s Day.

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Live the Liturgy—Inspiration for the Week:
Gathering on this first Sunday of Advent, we are reminded that we are called to be ever vigilant; living in expectation of the second coming of Christ. With the busyness of our lives, it is easy to gloss over these beautiful four weeks and preoccupy ourselves with other things. However, now is the time to stop, wait, listen, and prepare ourselves for Christ’s unexpected coming.

Upcoming Events:

• Scripture study classes of the Gospel according to Mark: 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. (November 29 and December 13 and 27). At the Interlaken Federated Church on Fridays, 3:00 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. (December 5 and 19).

• RCIA Classes: Begin the First Sunday of Advent, November 27

• Parish Choir: The rehearsal date is Tuesday, November 29, from 6:30–8:00 p.m. at the Parish Center

• The Angel Trees at St. Francis and Holy Cross churches: Gifts must be returned no later than Sunday, December 11

Free Advent Reflections Delivered to Your In Box:
Join Bishop Robert Barron and 275,000 Catholics in receiving free daily advent reflections. To sign up, go to adventreflections.com and follow instructions. An easy way to take five minutes each day this hectic season and prepare for the celebration of the Lord’s birth and His second coming.

2016/2017 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA):
The active phase of our parish CMA campaign continues. Thank you to everyone who has responded with a gift or pledge. If you have not yet responded, please give consideration to your financial participation. Another letter and pledge form has been mailed to everyone who has not yet responded. The Catholic Ministries Appeal provides, funding for important programs, services and ministries that strengthen our whole Church. We need your financial support to reach our given parish goal of $29,855. A report was issued on November 15 and our parishioners have pledged $10,560. Making a pledge is primary, what is pledged is secondary. If all our families were to make a pledge we would reach our goal easily. Please respond as soon as possible. Here is a link to a CMA informative video: youtu.be/z1t-yW3Bu8k.

Parish Choir:
The rehearsal date is this Tuesday, November 29, from 6:30–8:00 p.m. at the Parish Center (St. Francis Solanus Church, Interlaken). Rehearsals generally take place on the last Thursday of the month but because of Thanksgiving Day the rehearsal has be moved to the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. All who are interested in joining the choir are welcome.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA):
For those interested in learning more about what the followers of Jesus believe or becoming Catholic or completing the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation (Confirmation and Eucharist), classes will begin this Sunday, November 27, First Sunday of Advent, at 12:15 p.m. at St. James the Apostle. Please phone the parish center or be in touch with Fr. Bernard to register for the classes.

Your Help is Solicited:
In order to ensure that the Catholic mission of word, worship, service (witness), and community (fellowship) continues in a vibrant way throughout the parishes in the eastern area of the diocese, parishioners are being asked to complete an online survey. The survey is sixty questions in length and will be used to help pastors, staff, and councils identify priorities, areas for improvement, and areas where parishes can work together to increase ministry opportunities or training. The survey will be open until December 4, when reports will be compiled by the Diocesan Office of Pastoral Resources and Planning and sent to each pastor to distribute. Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey. To participate in the survey go to: www.surveymonkey.com/r/EastDeaneryMinistryAssessment.

St. James the Apostle Christmas Hat/Mitten/Scarf Tree:
The tree has been placed near the altar. Items will be donated to Catholic Charities in Ithaca. Items needed are for all ages from babies to adults; both sexes.

Seneca County Christmas Project—Angel Tree Tags:
The Angel Trees are up at both St. Francis and Holy Cross churches! If you take a child’s tag, the gifts must be returned no later than Sunday, December 11. All presents will be picked up Monday morning, December 12. Please do not wrap the gifts—parents need to see what has been given for their children. You need to include the tag information where it can easily be seen. Also wrapping paper, ribbon, or bows would be appreciated. Distribution for gifts will be Wednesday, December 14. If you have helped in the past you will be contacted for your assistance again; if you would like to volunteer for the first time please contact Gerry Frank at 869 5009.

Seeking Volunteers To “Share The Warmth”:
Tompkins County Catholic Charities is seeking volunteers to help with set-up, distribution, and clean-up for the annual “Share the Warmth” project, which distributes hundreds of coats, hats, gloves, and boots to people in need. Specifically we are looking for some strong and able-bodied folks to help during the day with set-up on Monday, November 21, and take down on Monday, December 12. Then for Monday, November 28, through Friday, December 2, and Monday, December 5, through Friday, December 9, we are seeking volunteers from 8:45 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., generally in two hour shifts, to interact with people, helping them find coats and hats and gloves. We try to make it like shopping, only everything is free! To help ensure that both kids and adults are adequately clothed this winter, please contact Michaela Cortright at 272-5062 ext. 10 or email to sign up for a shift.

Catholic Relief Services and “Rice Bowl” Participants:
The St. James the Apostle church has been notified that the Trumansburg Food Pantry has received $187.90 to support hunger relief efforts, which represents a percentage of what our parishioners donated through the “Rice Bowl” fundraiser.

Immaculate Conception School—Ithaca:
The school is looking to hire a part time after school aide. The position would have hours from 4:00–5:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. If interested, phone: 607 273 2707 or visit icsithaca.org.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for this weekend, November 26 and 27 (fourth Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Kathleen Rourke (for Paul Povinelli) and Carol Kuklo
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Cathy DelSignore, Joan Hogan

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Tara and Leon Webster
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Anna Zavala, Mary Szymanski, Glenn Stamps

Schedule for next weekend, December 3 and 4 (first Sunday):

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

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Lynne Stager and Maria Connell
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Glenn Stamps, Mary Szymanski

Schedule for following weekend, December 10 and 11 (second Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Kathleen Rourke and Scott Hamula
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Barbara Willers, Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Rich and Hilary Wong
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Lynne Stager, Glenn Stamps, Susan Stafford

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

November 2016:

	11/27/16
Greeter in addition to Usher	J. Roach

Altar Ser 1	G. Frank
Altar Ser 2

Lector 1	K. Knapp
Lector 2	J. Leidefrost°

Extraordinary Min 1	F. Grasak
Extraordinary Min 2	D. Brandow
Extraordinary Min 3	K. Sinkiewicz
	2 Envelopes
Usher 1 (Lead)	S. Brandow
Usher 2	S. Limoncelli
Usher 3	M. Maleski
Usher 4	T. Grasak

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church
November through December 2016

Lectors:

Date	First reading from Old Testament	Second reading from New Testament
November 27: 1^st Sunday of Advent	Gerry Messmer	Millie Messmer
December 4: 2^nd Sunday of Advent	Stephanie Houck	Jeff Houck
December 8: Feast of Immaculate Conception	Volunteers needed if	there is a Mass.
December 11: 3^rd Sunday of Advent	Marie Roloson	Sheila Haddad
December 18: 4^th Sunday of Advent	Karl Messmer	Charlotte Huyler
December 25: Christmas Day	Jeff Houck	Stephanie Houck

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:

Date	Precious Blood	Set-up and purification	Precious Blood
November 27: 1^st Sunday of Advent	Charlotte Huyler	Michele Barr	Maryann Dendis
December 4: 2^nd Sunday of Advent	Cathy Millspaugh	Pat Messmer	Marie Roloson
December 8: Feast of Immaculate Conception	Volunteers	needed if there	is a Mass
December 11: 3^rd Sunday of Advent	Michele Barr	Jeanie Wiggins	Charlotte Huyler
December 18: 4^th Sunday of Advent	Pat Messmer	Patti Perry	Maryann Dendis
December 25: Christmas Day	Cathy Millspaugh	Jennifer Sharp	Millie Messmer

Bulletin for November 20, 2016 ~ Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

Posted on November 20, 2016 by Kathleen Rourke

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Catholics Invite Catholics:
“Come to Mass in the Lord’s house on the Lord’s day.” A way to remind people of a way to be faithful to the third commandment: Keep holy the Lord’s Day.

Upcoming Events:

Scripture study classes of the Gospel according to Mark: 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. (November 29 and December 13 and 27). At the Interlaken Federated Church on Fridays, 3:00 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. (November 21 and December 5 and 19).
Holiday Bazaar and Craft Show: At the Jacksonville Community United Methodist Church on November 26, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
RCIA classes: Begin the First Sunday of Advent, November 27 at 12:15 p.m. at St. James the Apostle
Parish Choir: The rehearsal date is Tuesday, November 29, from 6:30–8:00 p.m. at the Parish Center

2016/2017 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA):
The theme for this year’s campaign is “Raised in Christ.” The CMA affords each of us an opportunity to support the larger church so that it can meet real needs throughout the diocese. Your support enables the church to be responsive and caring. Every gift is needed and important! Pledge forms, which can be put in the collection or mailed directly to the diocese, are also available in the back of the church in case you have misplaced the one mailed to your home. The goal for the Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy is $29,855 and thus far $10,125 has been pledged by parishioners. Making a pledge is primary what is pledged is secondary. Here is a link to a CMA informative video: https://youtu.be/z1t-yW3Bu8k.

Thanksgiving Ecumenical Service:
The service will be hosted by the Parish of Mary Mother of Mercy at Holy Cross Church, Ovid, this Sunday, November 20, at 3:00 p.m. The service will comprise of prayers, sacred scripture readings, hymns sung by various church choirs, and the combined choirs singing “We Are Many Parts.” Everyone is welcome. A reception will follow the service.

Attention Bakers:
Cookies are needed for the reception that follows the ecumenical service mentioned above. If willing to help please bring them to the service. Thank you.

Thanksgiving Day:
The national holiday is this Thursday, November 24. There will be a 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. James the Apostle Church. This is a great opportunity to gather as a parish family to glorify God for all the blessing we enjoy.

Parish Choir:
The rehearsal date is Tuesday, November 29, from 6:30–8:00 p.m. at the Parish Center (St. Francis Solanus Church, Interlaken). Rehearsals generally take place on the last Thursday of the month but because of Thanksgiving Day the rehearsal will be moved to the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. All who are interested in joining the choir are welcome.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA):
For those interested in learning more about what the followers of Jesus believe or becoming Catholic or completing the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation (Confirmation and Eucharist), classes will begin next week November 27, first Sunday of Advent, at 12:15 p.m. at St. James the Apostle. Please phone the parish center or be in touch with Fr. Bernard to register for the classes.

All Souls Day Remembrances:
Masses have been scheduled for the deceased whose names were recorded on the All Souls Day envelopes. God bless you for remembering and praying for your beloved ones.

Bulletin Announcements:
If you wish an announcement in the Sunday bulletin it must be submitted nine (9) days before the date of publication. Announcements are put together on a Friday, a week and two days before the actual publishing date. Please forward announcements to the Parish Office. The parish email address may be used which is found on the front page of the bulletin. Regarding events, it is a good idea to have them announced four weeks in advance, that is, to give the parishioners a reminder four times.

Your Help is Solicited:
In order to ensure that the Catholic mission of word, worship, service (witness), and community (fellowship) continues in a vibrant way throughout the parishes in the eastern area of the diocese, parishioners are being asked to complete an online survey. The survey is sixty questions and will be used to help pastors, staff, and councils identify priorities, areas for improvement, and areas where parishes can work together to increase ministry opportunities or training. The survey will be open until December 4, when reports will be compiled by the Diocesan Office of Pastoral Resources and Planning and sent to each pastor to distribute. Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey. To participate in the survey go to: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/EastDeaneryMinistryAssessment.

Home-made Pie Sale:
Pies baked by Joan Hogan for the St. James Woman’s Guild fund raiser and ordered and paid for last weekend, can be picked up today. All proceeds will go to the Trumansburg Food Pantry.

St. James the Apostle Christmas Hat/Mitten/Scarf Tree:
The tree has been placed near the altar. Items will be donated to Catholic Charities in Ithaca. Items are needed for all ages from babies to adults, both sexes.

Looking for a Family Advent Activity:
Looking for a creative way to help our local food pantries during Advent? Set a box or basket in your house and, each day of Advent, add one food item to the box or basket. After Christmas donate the contents of the box to your local food pantry. This is a wonderful activity for the whole family while helping those in need.

Seneca County Christmas Project:
An ecumenical group of volunteers are taking applications to partake in the Christmas Project at the Ovid and Interlaken Food Pantries through November. Parishioners are asked to take a tag from the Angel Tree that is ready this weekend. The gifts suggested on the tag are returned before the gift distribution date, which will be announced.

Catholic-Lutheran Discussion/Bible Study Group:
Since 1965, the Lutherans and Catholics have had intense, fruitful discussions about Church, ministry, and Eucharist. The goal has been to find areas of agreement and unity. Several dialogue reports and documents have resulted. If you are interested in participating in Catholic-Lutheran discussions, contact Betsy McDermott or by phone at 585 328 3228 ext. 1287.

Seeking Volunteers to “Share the Warmth”:
Catholic Charities is seeking volunteers to help with set-up, distribution, and clean-up for the annual Share the Warmth project, which distributes hundreds of coats, hats, gloves, and boots to people in need. Specifically we are looking for some strong and able-bodied folks to help during the day with set-up on Monday, November 21, and take-down on Monday, December 12. Then from Monday, November 28, through Friday, December 2, and Monday, December 5, through Friday, December 9, we are seeking volunteers from 8:45 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., generally in two-hour shifts, to interact with people, helping them find coats and hats and gloves. We try to make it like shopping, only everything is free! To help ensure that both kids and adults are adequately clothed this winter, please contact Michaela Cortright at 272-5062 ext. 10 or to sign up for a shift.

Immaculate Conception School in Ithaca:
The school is looking to hire a part time after school aide. The position would have hours from 4:00–5:30 p.m., Mondays through Fridays. Phone: 607 273 2707 or visit icsithaca.org.

Holiday Bazaar and Craft Show:
The Jacksonville Community United Methodist Church will hold the event on Saturday, November 26, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. There will be unique vendors and crafts, the Christmas Attic, hand crafted boutique, silent auction, baked goods and luncheon.

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for this weekend, November 26 and 27 (fourth Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Kathleen Rourke (for Paul Povinelli) and Carol Kuklo
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Cathy DelSignore, Joan Hogan

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Tara and Leon Webster
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Anna Zavala, Mary Szymanski, Glenn Stamps

Schedule for next weekend, December 3 and 4 (first Sunday):

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

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Lynne Stager and Maria Connell
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Glenn Stamps, Mary Szymanski

Schedule for following weekend, December 10 and 11 (second Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Kathleen Rourke and Scott Hamula
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Barbara Willers, Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Rich and Hilary Wong
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Lynne Stager, Glenn Stamps, Susan Stafford

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

November 2016:

	11/20/16	11/27/16
Greeter in addition to Usher	C. Conroy	J. Roach

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

Lector 1	P. Motill	K. Knapp
Lector 2	J. Swanson	J. Leidefrost°

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

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church
November through December 2016

Lectors:

Date	First reading from Old Testament	Second reading from New Testament
November 20: Feast of Christ the King	Karl Messmer	Pat Messmer
November 27: 1^st Sunday of Advent	Gerry Messmer	Millie Messmer
December 4: 2^nd Sunday of Advent	Stephanie Houck	Jeff Houck
December 8: Feast of Immaculate Conception	Volunteers needed if	there is a Mass.
December 11: 3^rd Sunday of Advent	Marie Roloson	Sheila Haddad
December 18: 4^th Sunday of Advent	Karl Messmer	Charlotte Huyler
December 25: Christmas Day	Jeff Houck	Stephanie Houck

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:

Date	Precious Blood	Set-up and purification	Precious Blood
November 27: 1^st Sunday of Advent	Charlotte Huyler	Michele Barr	Maryann Dendis
December 4: 2^nd Sunday of Advent	Cathy Millspaugh	Pat Messmer	Marie Roloson
December 8: Feast of Immaculate Conception	Volunteers	needed if there	is a Mass
December 11: 3^rd Sunday of Advent	Michele Barr	Jeanie Wiggins	Charlotte Huyler
December 18: 4^th Sunday of Advent	Pat Messmer	Patti Perry	Maryann Dendis
December 25: Christmas Day	Cathy Millspaugh	Jennifer Sharp	Millie Messmer

Bulletin for November 13, 2016 ~ Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on November 11, 2016 by Kathleen Rourke

Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy, December 8, 2015–November 20, 2016:
“A time to heal, to help, to forgive.”

Catholics Invite Catholics:
“Come to Mass in the Lord’s house on the Lord’s day.” A way to remind people of a way to be faithful to the third commandment: Keep holy the Lord’s Day.

Upcoming Events:
• Scripture study classes of the Gospel according to Mark: 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. (November 15 and 29). At the Interlaken Federated Church on Fridays, 3:00 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. (November 21 and December 5).
• Knights of Columbus Presentation: on November 12 and 13 during the Mass announcement time.
• Journey West, a musical program chronicling the migration of melody: Sunday, November 13, at 3:00 p.m. at St Catherine of Sienna church.
• Collection for the Archdiocese for Military Services: this weekend, November 12 and 13
• Trumansburg Area Churches (TAC): meeting Thursday, November 17, at the Church of the Epiphany beginning at 7:00 p.m.
• Presentation on end of life: Thursday, November 17, at 7:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception parish hall
• Thanksgiving Ecumenical Service: hosted by Holy Cross Church, Ovid, next Sunday, November 20, at 3:00 p.m.
• RCIA classes: Begin the First Sunday of Advent, November 27
• Parish Choir: The rehearsal date is Tuesday, November 29, from 6:30–8:00 p.m. at the Parish Center

Collection for the Archdiocese for Military Services:
This national collection is this weekend, November 12 and 13 and will help ensure that the archdiocese has the resources needed to provide pastoral care and the sacraments to Catholic men and women serving in the U.S. military, enrolled in the U.S. Military Academies, or undergoing treatment at any of the 153 Department of Veterans Affairs’ Medical Centers. The National Collection for the Archdiocese for Military Services will also help ensure that the Vocations and Co-Sponsored Seminarian Programs have the resources needed to continue to provide priests for home dioceses as well as to replace the increasing number of chaplains forced to retire due to age restrictions or health reasons. Please visit www.milarch.org/nationalcollection for additional information. Thank you for your prayers and support for the mission and ministry of the Archdiocese for Military Services.

2016/2017 Catholic Ministries Appeal (CMA):
The theme for this year’s campaign is “Raised in Christ. The CMA affords each of us an opportunity to support the larger Church so that it can meet real needs throughout the Diocese. Your support enables the Church to be responsive and caring. Every gift is needed and important! Pledge forms, which can be put in the collection or mailed directly to the Diocese, are also available in the back of the church in case you have misplaced the one mailed to your home. The goal for The Parish of Mary, Mother of Mercy is $29,855 and thus far $6,755 has been pledged by parishioners. Making a pledge is primary what is pledged is secondary. Here is a link to a CMA informative video https://youtu.be/z1t-yW3Bu8k.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Training:
The first of two sessions will be held this Saturday, November 19, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Francis Solanus Church. Parishioners interested in becoming Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion please plan to attend this session.

St. James Food Donations:
This weekend food donations can placed on the table located in the front of the church. Monetary donations are accepted also. All donations go to help the Trumansburg Food Pantry.

Ithaca Knights of Columbus Council #277:
The Knights will give a brief presentation this weekend, November 12 and 13, at the Mass announcement time. Knights will be present to speak with parishioners after the Mass.

Trumansburg Area Churches (TAC):
TAC will meet this Thursday, November 17, at the Church of the Epiphany beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Thanksgiving Ecumenical Service:
The service will be hosted by Holy Cross Church, Ovid, next Sunday, November 20, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. The service will comprise of prayers, sacred scripture readings, hymns sung by various church choirs and the combined choirs singing “We Are Many Parts.” Everyone is welcome.

All Souls Day Remembrances:
Beginning this Sunday, ten Masses have been scheduled for the deceased whose names were recorded on the All Souls Day envelopes. God bless you for remembering and praying for your beloved ones.

Parish Choir:
The rehearsal date is Tuesday, November 29, 2016 from 6:30–8:00 p.m. at the Parish Center (St. Francis Solanus Church, Interlaken). Rehearsals generally take place on the last Thursday of the month but because of Thanksgiving Day the rehearsal will be moved to the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. All who are interested in joining the choir are welcome.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA):
For those interested in learning more about what the followers of Jesus believe or becoming Catholic or completing the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation (Confirmation and Eucharist), classes will begin the first Sunday of Advent, that is November 27. Please phone the parish center or be in touch with Fr. Bernard.

Your Help is Solicited:
In order to ensure that the Catholic mission of word, worship, service (witness), and community (fellowship) continues in a vibrant way throughout the parishes in the eastern area of the diocese, parishioners are being asked to complete an online survey. The survey is sixty questions and will be used to help pastors, staff, and councils to identify priorities, areas for improvement, and areas where parishes can work together to increase ministry opportunities or training. The survey will be open until December 4, when reports will be compiled by the Diocesan Office of Pastoral Resources and Planning and sent to each Pastor to distribute. Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey, which is linked from our web page and also available at www.surveymonkey.com/r/EastDeaneryMinistryAssessment

Physician-assisted Suicide:
End of life issues can be difficult and easily misunderstood, so it is important for all of us to understand the proposal to legalize physician-assisted suicide in New York State. Our parish and our Diocesan Public Policy Committee invite you attend a presentation on this topic on Thursday, November 17, at 7 p.m. at Immaculate Conception parish hall. Stephanie Woodward, a young lawyer with the Disability Rights Center who is herself a disabled person, will explain what physician-assisted suicide is and why people with disabilities are opposed to it. Her organization and our Diocesan Life Issues office are teaming up to raise awareness about this issue and to encourage active opposition to the proposed legislation. Please come on November 17 and learn more, even, and especially, if you aren’t sure what you think about physician-assisted suicide.

Catholic-Lutheran Discussion / Bible Study Group:
Since 1965, the Lutherans and Catholics have had intense and fruitful discussions about church, ministry, and Eucharist. The goal has been to find areas of agreement and unity. Several dialogue reports and documents have resulted. If you are interested in participating in Catholic-Lutheran discussions, contact Betsy McDermott at or by phone at 585–328–3228 ext. 1287.

Journey West, the Migration of Melody:
Journey West, a musical program chronicling the migration of melody, on Sunday, November 13, at 3:00 p.m. at St Catherine of Sienna church. Journey West illustrates the ways that melodies and instruments travel from one area to others, showing how each culture changes and incorporates what has come before. Their powerful interactive musical and visual performance illustrates how music changes in its journey from the Middle East through Eastern and Western Europe to the United States. The suggested donation for admission is $15, which will be gladly accepted at the door. Part of any proceeds received will be donated to Ithaca Welcomes Refugees, a community initiative that fosters a welcoming and fair environment for refugees who come to our region. All are welcome!

Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy:
The origin of the Christian Jubilee goes back to Old Testament times. The Law of Moses prescribed a special year for the Jewish people to make restitution for wrongs committed, to forgive debts owed, and set slaves free. In the Roman Catholic tradition, a Holy Year or Jubilee is a great religious event, for the forgiveness of sins and the punishment due to sin. A Jubilee is a year of reconciliation between adversaries. It is a time of solidarity, hope, justice and commitment to serve God with joy and in peace with our brothers and sisters. The guiding principle of the year: “Be merciful just as your Father is merciful.”

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for this weekend, November 12 and 13 (second Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Kathleen Rourke and Scott Hamula
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Barbara Willers, Carol Kuklo, Robin Hamula

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Rich and Hilary Wong
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Lynne Stager, Glenn Stamps, Susan Stafford

Schedule for next weekend, November 19 and 20 (third Sunday):

5:00 p.m. Mass
Lectors: Carol Kuklo and Barbara Willers
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Kathleen Rourke, Cathy DelSignore, Traci Bump

11:00 a.m. Mass
Lectors: Glenn Stamps and Nancy Olszewski
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: Mark Scibilia-Carver, Anna Zavala, Susan Stafford

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

November 2016:

	11/13/16	11/20/16	11/27/16
Greeter in addition to Usher	M. Maleski	C. Conroy	J. Roach

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

Lector 1	T. Jasikoff	P. Motill	K. Knapp
Lector 2	E. Moore	J. Swanson	J. Leidefrost°

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

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church
November through December 2016

Lectors:

Date	First reading from Old Testament	Second reading from New Testament
November 13: 33^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Heather Cranford	Barbara Willers
November 20: Feast of Christ the King	Karl Messmer	Pat Messmer
November 27: 1^st Sunday of Advent	Gerry Messmer	Millie Messmer
December 4: 2^nd Sunday of Advent	Stephanie Houck	Jeff Houck
December 8: Feast of Immaculate Conception	Volunteers needed if	there is a Mass.
December 11: 3^rd Sunday of Advent	Marie Roloson	Sheila Haddad
December 18: 4^th Sunday of Advent	Karl Messmer	Charlotte Huyler
December 25: Christmas Day	Jeff Houck	Stephanie Houck

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:

Date	Precious Blood	Set-up and purification	Precious Blood
November 13: 33^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time	Millie Messmer	Marie Roloson	Jennifer Sharp
November 20: Feast of Christ the King	Patti Perry	Chris Duthie	Jeanie Wiggins
November 27: 1^st Sunday of Advent	Charlotte Huyler	Michele Barr	Maryann Dendis
December 4: 2^nd Sunday of Advent	Cathy Millspaugh	Pat Messmer	Marie Roloson
December 8: Feast of Immaculate Conception	Volunteers	needed if there	is a Mass
December 11: 3^rd Sunday of Advent	Michele Barr	Jeanie Wiggins	Charlotte Huyler
December 18: 4^th Sunday of Advent	Pat Messmer	Patti Perry	Maryann Dendis
December 25: Christmas Day	Cathy Millspaugh	Jennifer Sharp	Millie Messmer

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for January 21 and 22, 2017 (fourth Sunday):

Schedule for January 28 and 29, 2017 (fifth Sunday):

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross January 2017

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for January 9 and 10, 2017 (second Sunday):

Schedule for January 14 and 15, 2017 (third Sunday):

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross January 2017

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for New Year’s Weekend (first Sunday):

Schedule for January 9 and 10, 2017 (second Sunday):

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross January 2017

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Christmas 2016 at St. James the Apostle:

Schedule for New Year’s Weekend (first Sunday):

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

December 2016:

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church December 2016

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for this weekend, December 17 and 18 (third Sunday):

Christmas 2016 at St. James the Apostle:

Schedule for New Year’s Weekend (first Sunday):

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

December 2016:

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church December 2016

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for this weekend, December 10 and 11 (second Sunday):

Schedule for next weekend, December 17 and 18 (third Sunday):

Christmas 2016 at St. James the Apostle:

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

December 2016:

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church December 2016

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for this weekend, December 3 and 4 (first Sunday):

Schedule for next weekend, December 10 and 11 (second Sunday):

Christmas 2016 at St. James the Apostle:

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

December 2016:

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church December 2016

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for this weekend, November 26 and 27 (fourth Sunday):

Schedule for next weekend, December 3 and 4 (first Sunday):

Schedule for following weekend, December 10 and 11 (second Sunday):

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

November 2016:

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church November through December 2016

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for this weekend, November 26 and 27 (fourth Sunday):

Schedule for next weekend, December 3 and 4 (first Sunday):

Schedule for following weekend, December 10 and 11 (second Sunday):

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

November 2016:

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church November through December 2016

Ministry Schedules for St. James

Schedule for this weekend, November 12 and 13 (second Sunday):

Schedule for next weekend, November 19 and 20 (third Sunday):

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross

November 2016:

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church November through December 2016

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross
January 2017

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross
January 2017

Ministry schedule for Holy Cross
January 2017

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church
December 2016

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church
December 2016

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church
December 2016

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church
December 2016

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church
November through December 2016

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church
November through December 2016

Ministry Schedules for St. Francis Solanus Church
November through December 2016