May 14, 2017 Holy Family Church 129 Winthrop Street, Watertown, NY 13601 Phone: (315) 782-2468 E-Mail: hfchurch@twcny.rr.com Website: www.holyfamilywatertown.org PASTOR: PASTOR EMERITUS: IN RESIDENCE: DEACONS: TRUSTEES: SCHOOL BOARD: PARISH STAFF Pastoral Associates: Rev. Steven M. Murray Rev. Msgr. Robert J. McCarthy Rev. Leo A. Wiley Rev. Msgr. Paul E. Whitmore Deacon Edward R. Miller Deacon Michael J. Allan Mrs. Rita Brancheau Mr. Daniel Charlebois Mr. Michael Ledoux Sr. Angelica Rebello, SCC Patrick Bates Christian Formation Director: Sr. Angelica Rebello, SCC 782-6750 R.C.I.A. Director: Kathy Allan 785-8576 Business Manager: Carol Brown 782-6086 Secretary: Organist: Judy Geng Edward Kemp IMMACULATE HEART CENTRAL SCHOOLS School Pastor: Rev. Msgr. Robert H. Aucoin 782-1190 High School (Grades 7-12) 788-4670 Principal: Mrs. Lisa Parsons Elementary School (Grades K-6) Principal: Mr. Gary West 788-7011 Vice Principal: Mrs. Annette Connolly 788-3935 BAPTISM: Baptisms are generally scheduled on Sunday. Parents must attend a class held on the second Monday of the month at 7:00 PM. WEDDINGS: Arrangements should be made six months In advance by calling for an appointment with a priest or deacon. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Confession/Penance - Saturday 4-5 P.M. SACRAMENT OF THE SICK: Upon Request - Please call Fr. Murray if you are planning on having any surgery and he will be happy to anoint you. Holy Family Church Welcomes Everyone No matter what your present status is in the Catholic Church; no matter your family or marital status; no matter where you are in the practice of faith; no matter what your self image may be; you are invited, welcomed and loved at Holy Family Church.
RECTORY OFFICE HOURS Monday, 12:30PM- 4:00PM; Tuesday Thursday, 9:00AM-4:00PM, closed for lunch noon-12:30pm; Friday, 9:00AM-1:00PM. BAPTISMAL PREPARATION CLASS The next class will be Monday, June 12th, at 7PM in McGivney Hall. Please call the Rectory at 315-782-2468 during business hours to sign up if you are planning on attending this required class. Thank you. Sunday May 14, 2017 FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER 9:00 For the Intentions of All Living and Deceased Mothers 11:00 For the Intentions of All Living and Deceased Mothers 5:15 For the Intentions of All Living and Deceased Mothers Monday May 15, 2017 Easter Weekday Saint Isidore 9:00 Catherine Leonard by Her Daughter Eileen Tuesday May 16, 2017 Easter Weekday 9:00 Communion Service 10:00 Communion Service (at the Summit) Wednesday May 17, 2017 Easter Weekday 9:00 Communion Service Thursday May 18, 2017...Easter Weekday Saint John I, Pope and Martyr 9:00 Marguerite Poirier by Donna Friday May 19, 2017 Easter Weekday 9:00 12th Anniversary Danny Burgess by Terry Burgess Saturday May 20, 2017 Sixth Sunday of Easter 5:15 Geraldine Lettiere by Steve and Debbie Davis Sunday May 21, 2017 SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER 9:00 Kevin Shepard by Beverly Shepard 11:00 Michael Fallon by Terry Fallon and Family 5:15 People of the Parish ALTAR SERVER SCHEDULE MAY 20th &21st 5:15 9:00 Jack and Samuel Charlebois, Jillian and Claire Draper 11:00 Ann, John and Joey Tyler 5:15 Isabella and Sophia Jenne THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH Sunday: May 14th Second Collection: Catholic Charities Mother s Day Appeal 10:00AM NO RELIGIOUS EDUCATION THIS WEEK 10:00AM Coffee Hour (Gathering Area) 12:00 Noon Radio Broadcast of Mass on WNER 1410AM Monday: May 15th Tuesday: May 16th 10:00AM Communion Service (Samaritan Summit Village) Wednesday: May 17th 10:00AM Legion of Mary (McGivney Hall) Thursday: May 18th 10:00AM Legion of Mary Curia Meeting (RECTORY) Friday: May 19th 9:30AM Regular Meeting of the Altar and Rosary Society after the 9:00AM Mass (McGivney Hall) INQUIRY If you are interested in the Catholic Faith or know of someone who is, please contact Kathy Allan at 315-785-8576 for an appointment. Fifth Sunday of Easter -- May 14, 2017 Mothers Day Do not let your hearts be troubled. Do I recognize the Lord working in my life? If you are considering a vocation to religious life, diaconate or priesthood, talk to Fr. Steve Murray at 315-782-2468 or Fr. Doug Lucia at (315) 386-2543/ dlucia@rcdony.org or Fr. Tom Higman at (518) 594-3907/ thigman@rcdony.org or Cathy Russell, the Diocesan Vocation Coordinator at (315)393-2920, ext. 1450/ crussell@rcdony.org. See us also on Facebook or at www.myvocation.net.
ACTIVITIES AHEAD IN OUR PARISH URBAN MISSION FOOD PANTRY During the month of May, the Evangelization Team is collecting spring cleaning products. Special boxes are by the doors of the Church for your donations. The Food Pantry continues to need can openers. These may be placed in the special donation boxes also. The Team thanks you in advance for your generosity. PENNIES FROM HEAVEN COLLECTION will be the weekend of May 20th and May 21st. The Knights of Columbus will be at the doors of the Church after the Masses collecting for our Seminarians. Thank you in advance for your continued support. IMPACT YOUTH GROUP The next meeting is scheduled for Sunday, May 21st at 3:30PM-5:00PM at the Greystone Building (across from Holy Family Church). The meetings are open to all students in grades 6th-12th. We learn about and discuss our faith. There will be pizza, soda and games. Come with any ideas you have for future activities. Hope to see you there! FINANCE AND PARISH COUNCIL MEETING Note Date Change: Monday, May 22nd, 7:00PM in the Rectory. THE SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION is scheduled for Wednesday, May 24th at 7:00PM. CATHOLIC HOME MISSIONS APPEAL will be the 2nd collection at all Masses the weekend of May 27th and May 28th. Right now, over 40% of dioceses in the US are considered home missions because they are unable to fund essential pastoral work needed in their communities. Your support of this Appeal helps ease the struggle of these dioceses. Please prayerfully consider how you can support the Catholic Home Missions Appeal. For more information please go to www.usccb.org/home-missions. THE ST. JOSEPH CUPERTINO FRATERNITY OF THE 3RD ORDER OF SECULAR FRANCISCANS meeting is scheduled for Sunday, May 28th, 1:30PM in McCarthy Hall. Are you looking for a way to come closer to Christ? Please, come join us. MARK YOUR CALENDARS Vacation Bible Camp is scheduled for Monday, July 31st through Friday, August 4th. Summer is a very busy time so make sure you have these dates reserved for a faith filled fun week for your children in grades K-5th. ST. PETER S ANNUAL FESTIVAL Friday, Saturday and Sunday May 19th, 20th and 21st. Grounds open Friday at 5PM. Some activities are an Antique Appraisal Friday night at 5-7PM; Saturday festivities include a ride special beginning at 1pm, bake and craft sales, This N That- Booth, Mass May 21st at 4PM at the Fairgrounds, Sunday, chicken barbecue at 11AM, cake walk at noon. All activities are on the Lewis County Fairgrounds, Lowville NY. Come and join all the fun!! Pray for no rain! ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE OUR PARISH ECUMENICAL BEREAVEMENT MEETING Monday, May 22nd, 7:00PM in the Hospitality Center at the Motherhouse of the Sisters of St. Joseph, 1425 Washington St., Watertown. Retired priest, Fr. William Muench, writer for the North Country Catholic, will speak on Jesus Comforts Those On Their Way to Emmaus. ST. ANTHONY S SPAGHETTI SUPPER Thursday, May 25th 4:30PM-7:00PM in Msgr. Sechi Hall. Adults $8.00; children $4.00; children under 3 (free). ENTERTAINING ANGELS: A Parish Hospitality Workshop Saturday June 3 from 8am-4pm at SUNY Potsdam. Join us for a day-long workshop sponsored by the Offices of New Evangelization and Formation for Ministry that explored how we as a Catholic Faith Community welcome people. A hospitable community doesn t just happen. Hospitality takes effort and intentionality and work. It isn t just the responsibility of a select few on a hospitality committee. It requires each and every one of us. Please join us for a practical one-day workshop at SUNY Potsdam to learn how you can make a difference in how your parish community opens the doors to Christ. Cost for the workshop is $35 per person which includes all materials and lunch. Registration is required. For details, information and to register, please see http://rcdony.org/hospitality or contact Marika Donders at mdonders@rcdony.org CAMP GUGGENHEIM REGISTRATION FOR THE 2017 SEASON Register soon to ensure a spot for an incredible week of fun and growth in faith! Go to www.rcdony.org/camp to register! For more information contact the Office of Youth Ministry at 315-393-2920 or vlalonde@rcdony.org Cost is $300.00 per week. The weeks fill up fast so decide on your week and register! Below is the weekly schedule for Camp Guggenheim: 12-15 Year Olds Week 1 July 2-7; Week 2 July 9-14; Week 3 July 16-21; Week 4 July 23-28; Week 5 July 30-August 4 16-18 Year Olds Week 6 August 6-11 IHC MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT Thursday, May 25th at Ives Hill Country Club. Registration begins at 9AM, Shotgun starts at 10AM. Cash prizes for top four finishers, all 4 par 3 s, and long drive for men and women. Entry fee is $400.00 per four person team and includes lunch on the course and buffet after golf. Registration Closes May 20th. To register call Bobby Fox at 315-523-1075.
Note From the Pope, Pope at the General Audience: Pope Francis reflected on his trip to Egypt. He thanked all those involved, while stressing the importance of peace. Recalling his meetings with different Christian denominations and other civilian leaders, he explained that peace is the fruit of an education to wisdom that respects the religious dimension of our existence. After witnessing the beauty of the Church in Egypt, he encouraged Egyptians to continue to persevere in the Gospel. He also reminded all Christians that peace is a civil order in which all have a part to play. Dear Brothers and Sisters: My recent Apostolic Journey to Egypt took place at the invitation of the President of the Republic, the Coptic Orthodox Patriarch, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar and the Catholic Coptic Patriarch. I thank all those who helped in its planning and organization. My meeting with the Grand Imam, and my message to the International Conference for Peace, recalled that peace is the fruit of an education to wisdom and a humanism that respects the religious dimension of our existence. Our covenant with God, grounded in the commandment of love of God and neighbor, inspires our efforts to build a just and peaceful civil order in which all have a part to play. Egypt s great cultural and religious heritage gives the nation a special role in this work of peacemaking. In my meeting with the Coptic Orthodox Patriarch, Pope Tawadros II, we reaffirmed our mutual commitment to unity and prayed together for the victims of the recent attacks. At Mass with the Catholic community, and in my meeting with priests, religious and seminarians, I saw the beauty of the Church in Egypt and I encouraged everyone to persevere in the hope of the Gospel. May the Holy Family, who once found refuge in Egypt, bless and protect its people with prosperity, fraternity and peace. I greet the English speaking pilgrims and visitors taking part in today s General Audience, particularly the groups from Ireland, Denmark, Finland, New Zealand, Singapore, India, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Canada and the United States of America. In the joy of the Risen Christ, I invoke upon you and your families the loving mercy of God our Father. May the Lord bless you all! OUR TITHING PARISH FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER This Year $ 10,105.00 Last Year $ 10,215.00 Youth $ 45.00 This Year Last Year MONTH OF APRIL $ 58,748.00 (5 weeks) $ 37,696.00 (4 weeks) THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED GENEROSITY! Note From the Pastor, When looking at the figures for last month, you might think wow, look how well we are doing and I am really pleased. However, remember we had an extra week and both Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday are in this month and they were in March last year. I am still very pleased by your generosity. The suffering of the Syrian people is heart breaking, so whatever we can do to assist them we will do. Please remember the Bishop Chbeir, Priest and people of Lattakia in your prayers. The priests of the Diocese will be in Lake Placid for our annual presbyterial convocation from Monday May 15th thru Wednesday May 17th. Please pray for the priests of our Diocese and for vocations to the priesthood for our Diocese. The work of the Living Stones Committee, the consolidation of parishes, is because of the shortage of priest, in case you haven t figured that out yet. Fr. Steve Murray Congratulations to our students who received the Sacrament of First Holy Communion. Isabella Bombard Zoila Campos Riley Bova Jonah Chirico Leah Bridon Shawn Connell Vincent Conder Caitlin Daugherty Ella Delaney Genevieve Delaney Kenneth Dertz Karisma Eich Annika Mae Galang Adeline Gee Brady Horton Olivia Kinne Alicja Lajdecki Emma Moore Jane Morris Clavery Nebie Evelyn Nicol Carter Pistner Isabelle Putnam Steven Puccia Katelynn Robertson Aiyana Saski Charles Short Jack Vespa Javier-Ker-White
St. Mary s and St. John s Pilgrimage to National Shrine of Saint Kateri Tekawitha and The Shrine of Our Lady of Martyrs Tuesday, June 6, 2017 Join parishioners from St. Mary s in Clayton and St. John s in Lafargeville for a day trip to Auriesville to visit the National Shrine of Saint Kateri Tekawitha (www.katerishrine.com) and The Shrine of Our Lady of Martyrs (auriesvilleshrine.com) on Tuesday, June 6. The day will begin with a 7:00 A.M. departure from St. Mary s (possible Watertown pick up) and include talks and tours with guides and a visit to the gift shop at each shrine, and a mass with our pastor, Fr. LaBaff, at the Coliseum on the grounds of The Shrine of Our Lady of Martyrs. Cost for the day is $100, which covers coach transportation from St. Mary s, a donation to each shrine, a catered lunch, and dinner at Symeons near Utica on the way home. Arrival back at St. Mary s is expected to be 9:00 P.M. For more information about the trip or to request a registration form contact Maribeth at St. Mary s, (315) 686-3398. Completed forms may be sent, along with a $50 down payment, to St. Mary s Rectory, 521 James St. Clayton, NY 13624. Final payment will be collected the morning of trip. The registration deadline is Thursday, June 1. PARISH NURSE S NOTES A Mother s Day Prayer Loving God, as a mother gives life and nourishment to her children, So You watch over our Church. Bless these women that they may be strengthened as Christian mothers. Let the example of their faith and love shine forth. Grant that we, their sons and daughters, may honor them always with a spirit of respect. Grant this through Christ Our Lord, Amen. A blessed Mother s Day to the moms who birthed us, to the moms who adopted us as their own and to those women who daily nurture and support young lives. 1. Go to: Formed.org 2. Scroll down FORMED page and where it says Enter Parish Access Code Here, enter 21a561 3. Create your Personal Profile: Name, Address, email, Personal Password 4. You are now up and running on FORMED. You have access to Feature Films, Sacramental instruction, programs for various age groups, videos, books and audios on all aspects of the Catholic Faith! NEXT SUNDAY S READINGS Acts of the Apostles 8: 5-8, 14-17 Psalm 66: 1-7, 16, 20 1 Peter 3: 15-18 John 14: 15-21 The people of Samaria come to worship the Lord (Ps) and receive the gift of the Holy Spirit (1). It is this same Spirit who leads us into the truth (3). In the body, Jesus was put to death; in the Spirit, he was raised to life (2). We are called to this same glory.
MAY 14: FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Readings: Acts 6:1-7/1 Pt 2:4-9/Jn 14:1-12 In today s Gospel, Philip asks Jesus to show him the Father. He has been a disciple of Jesus since the beginning and still doesn t recognize Jesus as being one with the Father. It is easy in today s culture to see Jesus just as another teacher or religious leader. It is harder to recognize him as Lord and God. How many of us, even after years of going to Mass, fail to recognize Jesus. It is sometimes difficult to trust that he will come back for us and lead us home. Yet he has promised that he will prepare a place for us. He is the way, the truth and the life. In him is our way to the Father. In him is our home. ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP Easter Season: A time of new life and rebirth. We find ourselves wanting to clean out, whether it is in our closet, basement or garage. Remember that those things that are clutter for us can be a new beginning for someone less fortunate. Donate to a local organization, have a garage sale or recycle at a transfer station. Reuse. Recycle. Reduce.