May 20, 2018 Holy Family Church 129 Winthrop Street, Watertown, NY 13601 Phone: 315-782-2468 E-Mail: hfchurch@twcny.rr.com Website: www.holyfamilywatertown.org PASTOR: IN RESIDENCE: DEACONS: TRUSTEES: SCHOOL BOARD: PARISH STAFF Pastoral Associates: Rev. Steven M. Murray Rev. Leo A. Wiley Rev. Msgr. Paul E. Whitmore Deacon Edward R. Miller Ret. Deacon Michael J. Allan Mrs. Maureen Van Wormer Mr. John Eisenhauer 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 315-785-8576 Business Administrator: Carol Brown 315-408-6301 Secretary: Organist: Judy Geng Edward Kemp IMMACULATE HEART CENTRAL SCHOOL School Pastor: Rev. Msgr. Robert H. Aucoin 315-782-1190 School Principal: Mrs. Lynise Lassiter 315-788-4670 Vice Principal:(7-12): Mr. Geoffrey Andrews 788-4670 Vice Principal (4-6): Mrs. Annette Connolly 788-3935 Vice Principal (K-3): Mrs. Kari Conklin 788-7011 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 11th, 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 20, 2018 PENTECOST SUNDAY 9:00 Garry T. McGivney 11:00 People of the Parish 5:15 Rita Deegan by The Meylor Family Monday May 21, 2018 Weekday Saint Christopher Magallanes, Priest, and Companions, Martyrs 9:00 All Souls Tuesday May 22, 2018 Weekday Saint Rita of Cascia, Religious 9:00 Communion Service 10:00 Communion Service (at the Summit) Wednesday May 23, 2018...Weekday 9:00 For the Intentions of Sam and Joyce Surace on their 54th Wedding Anniversary by Sr. Angelica and Judy Geng Thursday May 24, 2018...Weekday 9:00 2nd Anniversary Keith James Robbins by Maureen and Joe Dephtereos and Family Friday May 25, 2018...Weekday Saint Bede the Venerable, Priest and Doctor of the Church; Saint Gregory VII, Pope; Saint Mary Magdalene de Pazzi, Virgin 9:00 Msgr. Robert J. McCarthy by Jim and Helen Keohane and Family Saturday May 26, 2018 The Most Holy Trinity 5:15 Ed Becker by Sr. Angelica Sunday May 27, 2018...THE MOST HOLY TRINITY 9:00 Jerry Tufo by Carrol and Family 11:00 Della Robare by Terry Fallon and Family 5:15 People of the Parish ALTAR SERVER SCHEDULE MAY 26TH & 27TH 5:15 Daniel Smith 9:00 Claire and Jillian Draper 11:00 Samantha Booth, Keely and McKenna Cooney 5:15 THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH Sunday: May 20th 2nd Collection: Catholic Home Missions 11:00AM Confirmation Year I (Church & Greystone Bld.) 12:00 Noon Coffee Hour (Gathering Area) Monday: May 21st Tuesday: May 22nd 10:00AM Communion Service (Samaritan Summit Village) Wednesday: May 23rd 10:00AM Legion of Mary (McGivney Hall) Thursday: May 24th 10:00AM Legion of Mary Curia (McGivney Hall) 6:00PM It s Our Church, It s Our Future Capital Campaign Reception (Church, Rectory) Friday: May 25th INQUIRY If you are interested in the Catholic Faith or know of someone who is, please contact our R.C.I.A. Director Kathy Allan at 315-785-8576 for an appointment. May 20: PENTECOST SUNDAY Solemnity Readings: Acts 2:1-11/1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13 or Gal 5:16-25/Jn 20:19-23 or Jn 15:26-27; 16:12-15 The Spirit of truth will guide you to all truth. This truth is not just knowledge about Jesus, but is about living in right relationship with Jesus, so that the fruits of the Holy Spirit will be manifest in us. The fruits of the Spirit are self-control, gentleness, faithfulness, generosity, kindness, patience, peace, joy and love. This is the fruit we are to bear which will draw others to know Jesus Christ. Let us pray this day for the Holy Spirit to enkindle his gifts within us.
ACTIVITIES AHEAD IN OUR PARISH CORRECTION: The Glenwood Cemetery collection will be the second collection at all Masses the weekend of May 26th and May 27th and the Pennies From Heaven collection for our Seminarians will be after all Masses that same weekend. Thank you for your continuous support of these collections. CAMP GUGGENHEIM REGISTRATION: Registration for Camp Guggenheim is OPEN! Weeks 1-5 are open to ages 12-15, and Week 6 is open to 16-18 year-olds. Come for an unforgettable week of friendship, faith, and fun! Register at www.rcdony.org/camp. Sailor Holley Burgess The Roman Catholic Diocese of Ogdensburg is seeking a full-time DIRECTOR OF SAFE ENVIRONMENT OFFICE AND CHARTER COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR. The position oversees and monitors implementation of the USCCB s Charter for the Protection of Children & Young People and diocesan safe environment policies by Diocesan parishes, schools, offices and entities. On-site visits to parishes and schools throughout the diocese is required. Applicants must have a bachelor s degree with a minimum of 2-4 years experience in business or teaching, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates must have excellent communication skills, good decision-making skills and proficiency with PC software. Submit letter of interest, resume and three professional references to: Human Resources Office, Diocese of Ogdensburg, P.O. Box 369, Ogdensburg, NY 13669 or e-mail ksnover@rcdony.org. Deadline for application is May 22, 2018. NEXT SUNDAY S READINGS Deuteronomy 4:32-34, 39-40 Psalm 33:4-6, 9, 18-20, 22 Romans 8:14-17 Matthew 28:16-20 The Lord God is one, there is no other (1). We have been chosen as His own (Ps), and, through the Spirit, are able to call God Abba (2). Through baptism all nations are called to share in the life of the Son (3) and acknowledge the triune God. Edward T. Demarest ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE OUR PARISH LIFE RIGHT OF WATERTOWN will host a viewing of the film The ABC Link (Abortion Breast Cancer) which features Dr. Angela Lanfranchi, a breast cancer surgeon and Dr. Joel Brind, a biologist and endocrinologist. It will be shown in the Flower Memorial Library reading room Tuesday, May 22nd at 6:30PM. This film explains why the incidence of breast cancer has risen. Refreshments will be served after the film in the Library s Community Room. ST. ANTHONY S SPAGHETTI SUPPER will be Thursday, May 31st, 4:30PM-7:00PM in Msgr. Sechi Hall. Adults $8.00, children $4.00 and children under 3 eat for free. Take outs begin at 4:00PM. Please bring your own containers. Extra sauce may be purchased for $5.00 per quart and extra meatballs are $.75 each. MEN S RETREAT Into the Deep Finding Peace Through Prayer A weekend retreat at the Guggenheim Center in Saranac Lake, Friday June 8th-Sunday June 10th. $100.00 includes meals/lodging. For more details, please contact John Miner at 518-354-0727 or at jdminer@roadrunner.com. A PILGRIMAGE TO WESTERN NEW YORK WITH BISHOP LAVALLEY Diocese of Ogdensburg Vocation Society (D.O.V.S.) is sponsoring this pilgrimage from October 16th-October 18th. Departing times are 7:30AM from Notre Dame Church Malone at 7:30AM, St. Mary s Church Potsdam at 8:15AM and St. Anthony s Church Watertown at 9:45AM. Pilgrimage includes: Luxury Coach Bus to all destinations; 2 nights stay at Christ the King Seminary in East Aurora, NY; 2 Breakfasts; 1 Lunch; 2 Dinners; 2 Wine & Cheese Evening Socials; evening opportunities for card games, board games and the like; tour of Christ the King Seminary; Mass at the Seminary with Bishop LaValley; tour of Our Lady of Victory Basilica, Buffalo, NY (with time to shop in its religious gift shop); Mass and Holy Hour for Vocations at the Basilica with Bishop LaValley; free time at Niagara Falls. Cost: $350.00 per person for individuals registered before August 31, 2018 and $399.00 per person for individuals registered after August 31, 2018. For more information contact: Mrs. Connie Randall at 315-265-2762 or Ms. Mary Enslow at 315-268-1016. MEXICO CITY & OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE Join Fr. Bob & Fr. Doug Decker on a pilgrimage to Mexico, Our Lady of Guadalupe from December 8-14, 2018. A special highlight of our trip will be visiting the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe to celebrate Mass on the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. We will also visit the church of Santiago Tlateloclco where St. Juan Diego was baptized, among others. We will celebrate Mass daily. The cost is $2,299.00 per person/double occupancy. Please contact Lisa Reed at 518-332-8414 or Lreed49269@gmail.com for more information.
Note From the Pope, In the pope's catechesis during the General Audience, he continued his series on baptism, speaking about the importance of the water. It permits a rebirth, a participation in His resurrection and most importantly, places an indelible mark on the soul. Thus, in Christ, and by the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, we are made adoptive children of the Father, with the Church as our spiritual Mother, he said. SUMMARY OF POPE'S CATECHESIS: Dear brothers and sisters, In our continuing catechesis on Baptism, we now turn to the central action of the baptismal rite. Through the pouring of water and the invocation of the Blessed Trinity, we are immersed in the mystery of Christ s death and rising to new life. Thus reborn, we become a new creation, passing from the corruption of sin to eternal life. In Christ, and by the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, we are made adoptive children of the Father, with the Church as our spiritual mother. This relationship is definitive and is sealed by an indelible mark on the soul. Henceforth, as members of Christ s body, we are committed to avoid sin and to conform our lives ever more fully to him. Following our rebirth in the waters of baptism, we are anointed with sacred chrism as a sign of our sharing in Christ s role as priest, prophet and king. As members of God s priestly people, we are called to offer our lives daily as a sacrifice pleasing to him. As a royal and prophetic people, we are called to proclaim Christ s kingship by our witness of faith and love, and our commitment to imitate him in loving service to our brothers and sisters. Speaker: I greet the English-speaking pilgrims and visitors taking part in today s Audience, particularly those from England, Finland, Indonesia, the Philippines, Canada and the United States of America. In a special way, I greet the small farmers from various countries meeting in Italy, with gratitude for their contribution to feeding our world. 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! Pentecost Sunday May 20, 2018 Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and enkindle in them the fire of your love! "When the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all the truth." Are you inclined to let the Holy Spirit lead you to your true vocation in the Risen Lord perhaps as a priest, deacon or consecrated religious? Talk to Fr. Steven Murray at 315-782-2468 or Fr. Doug Lucia at 315 386-2543/ dlucia@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. OUR TITHING PARISH SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER This Year $ 10,352.00 Last Year $ 8,954.05 Youth $ 18.00 Catholic Charities 2018 $ 4,971.00 Catholic Charities 2017 $ 5,238.00 Thank you for your continued generosity. Presence The Mystery of the Eucharist On FORMED Please do not forget to check this out on our website. Note From the Pastor, As we embark on the Diocesan Capital Campaign, our own Capital Campaign will come to an end. This will present us with a problem because income from our own campaign has kept us afloat for the past several years. Needless to say, we need to reflect on increased stewardship for our regular collection, and at the same time consider the Diocesan Campaign. The good news is that 75% of the monies raised in the Diocesan s campaign is returned to us. I hope this will make it possible for us to purchase the Lennox property on the corner of State & Winthrop Streets, providing us with much needed parking in the future, increasing the number of spaces by 50. We would also be able to do some preventative maintenance work on our magnificent stained glass windows, protecting them for the future. I am also hoping to do some exterior insulation of the addition on the back of the rectory. I have been told that it would be the most cost effective means of solving the situation, which occurs when we have sudden or severe drops in exterior temperature. This past winter when the temperature dropped to between 20 &30 degrees below zero in that part of the rectory, it was only 58 to 60 degrees. Considering what we were able to accomplish in our own campaign, well over ten years ago as you may well remember, we raised 1.5 million in the active phase of this campaign. So our goal of 750 thousand for this new campaign should be easily doable as they say. If any one has any concerns please contact me. So what will my pledge be to this Capital Campaign? A question I have been pondering. Last year my contribution to the Bishops Fund appeal was $2,750, which is part of the 2018 Appeal but not for the next 3years of the Campaign. Every year it is my goal to contribute $2,000. to Holy Family and $1000. to Catholic Charities as well as $1,000. to the Watertown Urban Mission, $1,000. to the Grey Nuns of the Sacred Heart and finally $1,500. to Immaculate Heart Schools. So maintaining my other commitments what can I afford to pledge to the Campaign? I think I can ably afford a pledge of $8,000. Check my math. If I have made a mistake let me know. Fr. Steven Murray
OUR PARISH SCHOOL NEWS IMMACULATE HEART CENTRAL SCHOOL Now Hiring! Office Professional (Watertown) Apply at https://www.ihcschool.org/about-ihc/ employment-opportunities Full-time office professional needed for Jr./Sr. High Catholic School. Responsibilities include; to take messages, handle school correspondence and academic records, and to communicate for the Guidance and Athletic Departments in a professional, courteous manner. Responsibilities also include receiving, storing and distribution of information confidentially. Time management, scheduling, organization and records management are key skills for this position. Questions? Call 315-788-4670x2 Applications are now being accepted for the 2018-2019 St. John Bosco Pre-School and Junior Kindergarten. We offer programs for 3,4 and 5 year olds in 2,3, 5 full day/half day programs. Paperwork can be found on the IHC Website (www.ihcschool.org).programs fill quickly so please contact the office at 315-788-7011 if you are interested in enrolling your child in next year s programs. Kindly contact the school if you would like to arrange a meeting and tour. 3 year olds must turn 3 prior to October 31and be potty trained 4 year olds must turn 4 prior to December 1st and be potty trained (4yr old pre k programs along with our Junior K-4) Our 5yr old, (Junior K-5 program): These are children who are eligible to attend Kindergarten but are being given the Gift of Time. Depending on enrollment, children who have December birthdays may be considered. ATTENTION GOLFERS!!! The 5th Annual Immaculate Heart Central Memorial Golf Tournament is Friday, June 1st. Registration at 9:00AM/Shot Gun starts at 10:00AM. Team entry fee is $400.00, 4 Person Captain and Crew. First Place $800, Second Place $600, Third Place $400, Fourth Place $200. Registration: IHCC Pro Shop 775-4653 or Bobby Fox 523-1075. Make checks payable to IHC Booster Club c/o Robert Fox 624 State St., Watertown NY 13601 ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP Experience the unfolding of the paschal mystery of life, death and resurrection happening around you. Step outside and take a few breaths of air, be attentive to the sounds, the smells, and the colors of nature unfolding in this springtime of new life. Close your eyes and breathe deeply, and to be aware that God is within you and around you. Suggestion for pondering: Sirach 42:15;22-25-43:1-1
FUNDRAISER to benefit Watertown Catechetical Board s Special Religious Education Program: Pilgrimage to Fatima & Lourdes with Barcelona March 17-March 26, 2019. For more information or for a brochure, contact: S.A.S.S. Travel LLC or Mike & Cathy Deline at (315) 788-4791 DURING THE MONTH OF MAY, LIFERIGHT OF WATERTOWN HAS PLACED ROSES ON MARY S ALTAR AT EACH OF THE FOUR CHURCHES IN REMEMBERANCE OF ALL MOTHERS LIVING AND DECEASED.