Striving to know, love, and serve God in all others. November 26, St. Mary s Church 95 North Main Street Canandaigua, NY 14424

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1 Striving to know, love, and serve God in all others. The scene depicted in this week s Gospel reading is a very beautiful one. It is read, often however, with fear. Certainly it is frightening, but it is so essential to our understanding of Christian life that we should take a closer look whenever we hear it. In this reading, we see Jesus (and Matthew s) brilliance in relating a point. We also see Jesus at his most poetic masterfully teaching a point with vivid imagery and a powerful metaphor. But most impressive is that he combines the love of God and the love of neighbor into one commandment: In loving the least among us we love him. Later, in John s Gospel account, Jesus further combines these ideas in his new commandment: Love one another as I have loved you. The benchmark for how we are to conduct our lives together is in the total giving of self to the others we meet that we love first and judge never; although we are called to love prudently, we love no less than totally. Today, we have become somewhat neurotic about faith and our practice. We live life thinking What prayer should I say to fight this problem? Or, how far can I go? Is it a mortal sin? While all these things are good, they are not questions that admit an understanding of our lives as ones of total gift to the other. How often do we pray these words: Break me Lord that I may be reformed as a better giver, as more merciful, as a better neighbor, that I might love more deeply, die daily. Use me up, Lord, if only I might help the ones most in need that I might be more like you!? These words fill us with fear, and yet they are the way to life in Him. Our life with each other is one of a bond uniting us to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit and all are wrapped up in this bond. Even, and maybe even especially, those whom we have judged harshly, those we understand the least, those who seem very far from grace. May we, as we prepare for the coming of God into our world at Christmas, recognize that he is Lord of all and welcome them with full and loving hearts into our community and into the life we share together in Jesus Christ, who tells us to love. In loving one another, we love Him and find salvation for ourselves. Your servant in Our Blessed Lord, Fr. Michael St. Mary s Church 95 North Main Street Canandaigua, NY November 26, 2017 St. Bridget s Church 15 Church Street Bloomfield, NY 14469

2 Page Page Two Two St. St. Mary s Benedict Church Roman / St. Catholic Bridget s Parish Church November 26, 2017 DAY MASS INTENTION EVENTS Sunday, November 26 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe Monday, November 27 (Last Week in Ordinary Time) Tuesday, November 28 Wednesday, November 29 7:30 a.m. (SM) John Geise by Ellen, Anna, & Chris 9:00 a.m. (SM) Sidney Hauenstein by the Hauenstein family 9:30 a.m. (SB) Howard Hawie Meath by Betty Howell 11:30 a.m. (SM) George Schuster Family by Rita Schuster 6:45 a.m. (SM) Word and Communion Service 8:00 a.m. (SB) Anthony, Mary, & Joseph Comella by bequest 9:00 a.m. (SM) Joseph Furfure by Mary & Gary Gleason 6:45 a.m. (SM) Frances Musolino by Frank Fiorentino 9:00 a.m. (SM) Nicholas Valvano, Sr by Anna Zietkiewicz 6:45 a.m. (SM) Harold Bud Dailey by Caroline Gwilt 8:00 a.m. (SB) Robert McDonough by Dennis & Laurie Tepper 9:00 a.m. (SM) Word and Communion Service (SM) Blood Pressure Clinic in Dougherty Hall after all Masses 9:00 a.m. (SM) Pre-K Nursery in Pre-K Room in Dougherty Hall 10:00 a.m. (SM) Prayer Shawl in the Yellow House 7:00 p.m. (SM) Pre-GIFT Catechist/Volunteer Meeting in Dougherty Hall 5:30 p.m. (SB) Confessions at St. Bridget s Thursday, November 30 St. Andrew, Apostle First Friday, December 1 First Saturday, December 2 Sunday, December 3 First Sunday of Advent 6:45 a.m. (SM) Nick Valvano by Jim & Anne Erdle 9:00 a.m. (SM) Lorraine Perna by her sister 6:45 a.m. (SM) Ralph Calabrese, Jr. (Anniv.) by his brother & father 8:00 a.m. (SB) Word and Communion Service 9:00 a.m. (SM) John & Margaret McGrath by Pat McGrath 8:00 a.m. (SM) Reliefa Guilford by Michael Jones 5:00 p.m. (SM) Kevin Carson by Joe & Mary Jo Fortner 7:30 a.m. (SM) David Idoni by his brother, Anthony 9:00 a.m. (SM) Mamie Valvano by her husband, Nick, & family 9:30 a.m. (SB) Ardean Warner by the Haller family 11:30 a.m. (SM) Donato Fiorentino by Joyce & family 4:00 p.m. (SM) The People of St. Benedict Parish 6:00 p.m. (SB) Yoga Class in the Church Hall 7:15 a.m. (SM) Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 6:00 p.m. (SM) Holy Hour and Benediction in Halloran Chapel 8:30 a.m. (SM) Divine Mercy Chaplet and Rosary in Church 9:00 a.m. (SMS) Breakfast with Santa in the Gym 3:30 p.m. (SM) Confessions in Church 4:00 p.m. (SM) G.I.F.T. in Church Events listed as SM take place at St. Mary s, those listed as SB take place at St. Bridget s, and those listed as SMS take place at St. Mary s School Today s Responsorial Psalm The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want. Psalm 23 Altar Memorials This week, the Sanctuary Lamp at St. Mary s will burn in loving memory of the deceased members of the Connelly family, requested by Anne Perron & family. Vivienne Christina Densley Mateo Alberto Acosta Maldonado Congratulations!

3 Question of the Week: When and where do you see Christ? Knowing Christ is a King that cares for His subjects with compassion and mercy. As his subjects, He calls us to a higher standard of living, and encourages us to live lives that best reflect His heart. We accomplish this by serving others in need and living lives driven by mercy and compassion. We tend to identify as "least" those who are distant from our daily living, for example, victims of famine in a foreign land. But those in need are actually very near us; wherever there is human need, there is Christ and we are called to respond. Loving Think about it: from the first moment of creation, God planned for us to share in his everlasting Life and joy. All we need to do is reach out to those among us and treat them with dignity as the very presence of the risen Christ himself. This is a small effort to put forth in our daily living when we consider what God has so graciously offered us; an everlasting share in the glory of Christ the King. The time is now. We cannot afford to put off Christ-like living to some future time. The judgment is now. What is at stake is our coming to fullness of Life. Serving No one is excluded from being our neighbor in need; our response is conditioned by how well we are able to the way we respond. Our participation in the life of Jesus demands that we serve those who are poor and in need. In the many opportunities that are present at this time of year find one that connects you directly with others in need. Thus says the Lord God: I myself will look after and tend my sheep. Ezekiel 34:11 Our Next G.I.F.T. Session for all G.I.F.T. participants is scheduled for December 3. We are looking for volunteers to: Donate nut-free cookies please drop off by Saturday evening, 12/2, in Dougherty Hall Prepare sandwiches on Saturday, 12/2 at 9:30 a.m. in Dougherty Hall Set tables and chairs on Saturday, 12/2 at 11:30 a.m. in Dougherty Hall and St. Mary s School Gym Help with meal prep and service on Sunday, 12/3 Please contact Amy Corron at , ext. 11 or Amy.Corron@dor.org if you are willing to donate or volunteer for any of the tasks above. Thank you! For additional information about G.I.F.T., please contact Nick Laskowski at , ext. 37 or Nick.Laskowski@dor.org. RCIA and G.I.F.T. Adult Retreats Give yourself the gift of a break in the midst of the holiday season and give God an opportunity to come closer to you and help you experience his love. Please plan to attend the Adult Retreat at Notre Dame Retreat House on Saturday, December 9 from 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. The theme of the retreat is Advent. Lunch will be provided. You may register at retreats or by contacting Dawn Burdick at Dawn.Burdick@dor.org or (585) , ext. 39. There will be a small $10 per person cost that you can pay on the day of the retreat. Additional Adult Retreats are also scheduled for: January 27 The Creed and the Our Father March 3 Sacraments: Eucharist - Reconciliation

4 Page Four St. Benedict Roman Catholic Parish November 26, 2017 Two Sales Sponsored by St. Mary s School Christmas Gift Card Sale To Place a Gift Card Order- Download flyer, order form & retailers list at - click on support Paper copies are available at the school and in the PAC. Return your order & payment (checks only, payable to St. Mary s School) by Monday, Nov 27. Orders will be ready for pick-up on or before Thursday, Dec 7. Questions? Call St. Mary s School at SaveAround Book Sale The coupon books are $25 each and are available in the school office between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Thank you & Merry Christmas from St. Mary s School! Black Catholic History Month Every year in November, the Catholic Church in the United States celebrates Black Catholic History month. It is a wonderful opportunity to learn about historic black Catholics, and the heritage and presence of Catholics of African descent in America. As we continue our Diocesan celebration of the Year of the Eucharist, we invite you to a Eucharistic Holy Hour in prayer and remembrance of the contributions Black Catholics have made in our Church and society. Join us on Thursday, November 30 as we gather at Immaculate Conception/St. Bridget s Church in Rochester. The prayer services will begin at 6:30 pm. Nocturnal Adoration Society Let our adoration never cease (St. John Paul II). Please be with us to deepen your joy of a loving, personal relationship with Jesus. We pray the Office of the Blessed Sacrament, which includes Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, psalms, spiritual readings, prayers, and silent adoration. Everyone is welcome, on Friday, December 1 from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. in St. Mary s Church adoration chapel. We meet on the first Friday of every month. The Margaret Home Open House & Fundraiser You are invited to an open house at The Margaret Home, 207 W. Filbert Street, East Rochester, on Sunday, December 3 from 2:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. The Margaret Home is a long-term residential program for single, pregnant women which will provide safe and secure housing and connect women with needed resources and programs to develop the necessary skills for stable, independent living. Please join us and tour the residence, get to know other supporters, sign up for upcoming activities, and have something to eat. Bring a friend! For more information, please call Fr. Mike Mayer at (315) , ext. 113 or themargarethome@gmail.com. Christmas Wine & Cheese Festa 2017: You are cordially invited to an evening of wine and cheese pairings to benefit The Margaret Home on Saturday, December 9, 2017 from 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. at The Piano Works, located at 349 W. Commercial St, East Rochester. Suggested donation: $50 at the door. All donations are welcome. Please join us for a memorable Christmas Festa! For more information, themargarethome@gmail.com. Commemorative Keepsakes Still Available Have you purchased your commemorative keepsake, celebrating the fifth anniversary of St. Benedict Parish? Here is a wonderful gift to give at Christmas, especially to someone who may have moved from the area, but loves the community very much. Keepsakes are available at the PAC for $20 each. Profits go to our KALAMA project. St Benedict s Parish Support for November 18 & 19 Sincere thanks for your support of the parish and its ministries! Attendance... 1,328 Weekly Offertory Income*... $15,068 Weekly Needs... $18,520 Overage (Shortage)... ($3,452) Year To Date Offertory Income*... $388,137 Year To Date Need... $388,920 Year To Date Overage (Shortage)... ($783) ELECTRONIC GIVING PROGRAM St. Benedict s is pleased to offer this safe and convenient option for you to contribute your Sunday offering to the Church automatically through your checking or savings account. Please contact the business office at Catholic Ministries Appeal Update To date, $115,898 (72.25%) of our $160,417 CMA goal has been pledged. Of that amount, $90,093 has been paid. Second Collection Next Week: Catholic University and Other American Catholic Higher Education Institutions The Catholic University of America is unique among universities in the United States even among Catholic universities. Established by Pope Leo Xiii and the U.S. bishops in 1887, it is the national university of the Catholic Church. In addition to alumni who hail from this diocese, Catholic University claims one third of the U.S. bishops and 12,000 priests and religious as alumni. In Washington, D.C., the University provides an education based in the Catholic intellectual tradition to almost 7,000 students through its 12 schools. Next weekend, we will be taking up the National Collection for The Catholic University of America. Your support will enable Catholic University to expand its impact in preparing the next generation of leadership for our Church and nation. We appreciate your generosity. You can learn more at: collection.cua.edu. Are You Being Called to Service? During the next two months the Blessing Room is preparing for both our Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets for roughly 140 families. We are in need of tea and coffee, and condiments such as mayonnaise, pickles, olives, and mustard to help fill out the baskets. We are also looking for gently used toys to help families with Christmas giving for their children. Toys may be left in the back of St. Bridget s Church. Please call Sandi Knopf with any questions. CCIA Food Pantry Wish List Beginning November 24th, the CCIA Food Pantry will again be collecting food donations at the entrances of St. Mary's Church. Our wish list for the end of November is: Week of November 25th & 26th - cereal, spaghetti sauce, pasta, tuna, soup, mac and cheese Personal hygiene items are always welcome. We are currently serving almost 400 families a month, so we truly appreciate your support.

5 Page Five St. Benedict Roman Catholic Parish November 26, 2017 ST. BENEDICT PARISH ADMIN CENTER: 95 N Main St., Canandaigua, NY (585) Fax (585) Parish Emergency Number: (585) cstmaryc@dor.org Parish Office Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday Closed Daily from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. NEW PARISHIONERS: Welcome to our Parish Family! We are so glad you are here! Please let us know you are here so that we can minister to your needs. Speak with a hospitality member, or call or the parish office. BAPTISMS Visit our website to fill out our baptismal request form or contact Deacon Claude so he can discuss with you the steps to baptism for your children. HOLY MATRIMONY Engaged couples should contact the parish at least 6 months prior to desired wedding date. Marriage Preparation is required. Please call or Deacon Claude. BECOMING CATHOLIC (R.C.I.A.) Call or Nick Laskowski. PARISH COUNCIL Chairperson: Melanie Soberon Council Members: Brent Hall (Vice Chairperson), Bill DiBacco (Secretary), Brian Carl, Caryl Favro, Paula Foster, Donna Mathis, Chris Neubecker, Natalie Ruppel, Clare DeMarco, Andy Yudichak, Bob Cownie, Sara M. Bodine, and Laura Barone Ex officio members: Fr. Clifford Dorkenoo, Dawn Burdick, Ann Marie Deutsch, Deacon Claude Lester, Andrew Uttaro, Nick Laskowski, and Amy Corron St. Mary s Church 95 N. Main St., Canandaigua, NY St. Bridget s Church 15 Church Street, Bloomfield, NY Father Michael Costik, Parochial Administrator.... x34..fr.michael.costik@dor.org Father Clifford Dorkenoo, Parochial Vicar...x12...Fr.Clifford.Dorkenoo@dor.org Father Kevin Murphy, Senior Priest Deacon Claude Lester, Social Ministry and Sacramental Minister...x15...Claude.Lester@dor.org Dawn Burdick, Pastoral Associate, G.I.F.T. Coordinator...x39.Dawn.Burdick@dor.org Nick Laskowski, Faith Form. Coordinator.x37. Nick.Laskowski@dor.org Andrew Uttaro, Y outh Ministry Coord..x41..Andrew.Uttaro@dor.org Maureen Horrocks, Receptionist... x10...maureen.horrocks@dor.org Amy Corron, Bulletin Editor, Parish Life Coord. x 11 Amy.Corron@dor.org Anthony DiPrima, Financial Director...x24....Tony.Diprima@dor.org Patricia Simmons, Business Manager...x13..Pat.Simmons@dor.org Helen Vallee, Asst. to Business Mgr...x Helen.Vallee@dor.org Rich Clayton, Joe Schrader & Laurent Paré Maintenance.... x18....rich.clayton@dor.org Cemeteries x 33 St Mary s School 16 E. Gibson St., Canandaigua, NY (585) Ann Marie Deutsch, Principal...x16 Ann.Marie.Deutsch@dor.org Pam Negley, Donna Kamholtz, SMS Sec... x 17...smcdcs@dor.org A Nell Adams William Aikins Baby Anthony B Marty Badger Sheryl Barry Shirley Bement Albert Benivegna Alicen Bentley Anna Bomwell Mary Lou Bonk Jeanette Bouquin- Boesler Dennis Bowler Shannon Breen Richard Brocklebank Bob Bucceri Kristy Buella Evelyn Bugg Renee Burin Sara Burns Lucille Burrill Virginia Buskus C David Capone Pramod Carpenter Douglas Carr Mario Carruba Avery Lynn Casella Ben Cassarino Dennis Walter Castle Cheryl Cecere Michelle Cleaves Lois Clovis Ginny Coniss Mark Conover Terrence Constable Todd Cook Matthew Coons Charlene Cowell Carol Creswell Please Pray for Our Sick and Their Caregivers Pauline Crosier Bruce Currier Travis Curtis D Joe D Agostino Brenda D Angelo Bernice Delforte David Delmonte Karen DeSeyn Teresa DiLella Kevin Dillon Sue Dobies Mike Doran E Jeanne Erdle Jim Erdle, Sr. F Caryl Favro Nicole Favro John & Joan Fleming Anne Fiorentino Marilyn Fisher Nicky Forgione, Jr. Diane Fudalik G Ian Galek Christopher Gallagher Deborah Genovese Robert Genovese Andrew German Kathy Gilbert Elodie Graham Suzanne Greenwood Audree Greiner Anne Griffith Lacey Pietropaolo Gulick H Barb Haight Sue Hall James Hamilton Al Harter Jim Harvey Joyce Hatcher Liz Hedger Jennifer Hefner Mike Heise Noelle Henning Connor Hicks Mary Hollis Ted Horrocks Bennett Hudson I John Inness J Adam Jemmott Dawn Jensen Eric Johnson Jeff Johnson Jerry Johnston Patt Jones K Chris Keely Christine Kimmerly Nancy Kolb Robert Kubiak Jr. L Phil Lahue Natalie Lawler Nicholas LeGrett Kitty Loeper Mary Jane Lortscher Lorraine Lowden James and Liz Lowe Hope Lowman Baby Lucas Joseph Lynch Teresa Lynch M Bob Mack Mary Malinowski Claire Maney Michael Mapes Jim Marianacci Alicia Marney Esther Martin John Martin Jay Mayeu Janet McCloud Elli McDermott Robert McGlynn Shelby McGlynn Barbara & James McKee Terry McKenna Genevieve McWilliams Liz Michaels Art Miller Caty Miller Cindy Miller Karen Miller Ron Milton Ken Moore Virginia Lee Mosely Carolyn Muldoon Terry Mullaly Dianne Murphey Fr. 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6 Page Six St. Benedict Roman Catholic Parish November 26, 2017 Class of 2017 HANDS OF CHRIST AWARD Every Spring, our Diocese gives out the Hands of Christ awards to deserving High School seniors. These awards recognize the young men and women of our parishes who have distinguished themselves as faithful Christians in their homes, schools, and communities. If you know of a young man or woman who meets the following criteria please fill out the form below to nominate him or her for this honor. Hands of Christ Criteria: Has consistently demonstrated a Christian attitude by word and example; has been actively involved in the parish as well as their school or community; has been a positive role model to their peers, younger children and adults; is a practicing Roman Catholic at St. Benedict Parish, is currently a High School senior Senior s Name: Address: School Attending: Your Name: Reason for nomination: Place in the collection basket or send to Andrew Uttaro at the PAC. Nomination Deadline is November 26, Catholic Courier Coloring and Photo Contest The Catholic Courier is holding a coloring contest (for children ages 3-6) from November 1 - November 30. The image for the contest is shown to the right, and the full-sized image can be accessed through the Catholic Courier website (see below for details). Additionally, the Courier is holding a photo contest (for children ages 7-12 and teenagers ages 13-18) from December 1 - December 15. The junior photographers are asked to capture photos of Advent or Christmas scenes for this contest. Additional details for each contest can be found at th Annual Messiah Sing Along The 39th Annual Community Messiah Sing Along, under the direction of Edith Rice, will be held Sunday, December 3, 2017 at the First Congregational Church, 58 N. Main Street, Canandaigua, with rehearsal at 1:00 p.m. and performance at 3:00 p.m. in the sanctuary. All singers are heartily invited to join in singing this wonderful music, concluding with the magnificent Halleluiah Chorus. Scores will be provided, as well as refreshments between the rehearsal and the performance. Any questions, please call Readings for the Week of November 26, 2017 Sunday: Ez 34:11-12, 15-17/Ps 23:1-3, 5-6/1 Cor 15:20-26, 28/Mt 25:31-46 Monday: Dn 1:1-6, 8-20/Dn 3:52-56/Lk 21:1-4 Tuesday: Dn 2:31-45/Dn 3:57-61/Lk 21:5-11 Wednesday: Dn 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28/Dn 3:62-67/Lk 21:12-19 Thursday: Rom 10:9-18/Ps 19:8-11/Mt 4:18-22 Friday: Dn 7:2-14/Dn 3:75-81/Lk 21:29-33 Saturday: Dn 7:15-27/Dn 3:82-87/Lk 21:34-36 Next Sunday: Is 63:16b-17, 19b; 64:2-7/Ps 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19/1 Cor 1:3-9/Mk 13:33-37 Yoga in St. Bridget s Church Hall Join us for instructor led yoga on Thursday evenings from 5-6 pm (earlier time now) in St. Bridget's Church Hall. Come alone or bring a friend. Beginners welcome. For more information, contact parishioner Jeanette at or jdztechw@me.com or instructor Julie at or vanbee44@aol.com. Drop-in class fee $15/class or $12/ class if paying for the session. Fee of $2 goes to church as facility fee. Final session runs until 12/21. Breakfast with Santa December 2, 2017 from 9 a.m. 11 a.m. St. Mary s School Gym Visit with Santa (Bring your camera)! Browse our cookie walk and buy some home -baked goodies! Menu: pancakes, sausage, milk, coffee $5/person (payable at the door). Children 3 & under free. Proceeds benefit SMS PTO. Kid s Corner Sharing the Gospel A man heard that God was coming to see him the next day. He was eager to see God face to face. First he gave milk to a woman traveler and her baby. Then he plowed his sick neighbor's fields and planted his corn. That night, a note was on his pillow. It said, "You gave me milk, plowed my fields, and planted my seeds. What you did for these people, you did for me." If you also share food with the hungry, give clothes to the poor, visit people who are sick, and share the good news about Jesus with people who have made bad choices, God will see the loving things you do. He will reward you one day in heaven. Prayer God, I want to see your face in others. Join in a craft or game! Canandaigua Christmas Shop Friday, December 15 4:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. (one day only) Dougherty Hall, St. Mary s Church A place for families to select items for loved ones. Free of charge.

7 END OF BULLETIN ANY TEXT OR GRAPHICS ENTERED ON THIS PAGE WILL NOT APPEAR IN THE PRINTED BULLETIN Church Name: St Benedict Roman Catholic Parish City, State East Bloomfield, NY / Canandaigua, NY File Name: Phone: Contact/Editor: Amy Corron, Bulletin Editor stbenedictcommunications@gmail.com