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THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF SAINT MARY Parish Office 68 Court Street, Canton, New York 13617 PHONE: (315) 386-2543 • FAX: (315) 386-8870 www.cantoncatholics.com • [email protected] St. Mary’s School 2 Powers Street • (315) 386-3572 • [email protected].com • www.stmaryscantonny.com Sacrament of Baptism – For Children to be Baptized, please call the Rectory to schedule a meeting. Sacrament of Penance – Tuesday from 5:40pm until done, Saturday 3:45—4:45, pm and by appointment. Marriage – Make arrangements with the Pastor at least six months in advance. Pre-Cana instruction is necessary. Anointing of the Sick – Please advise the parish office of the serious illness or hospitalization of a parishioner. Communion for shut-ins – Please notify the Rectory if anyone is unable to attend Sunday Mass regularly. *** New Parishioners – Register at the Rectory at any time. *** May 6, 2018 PARISH STAFF Rev. Bryan D. Stitt, Pastor • [email protected] Mr. James M. Snell, Deacon • [email protected] • (315)262-0491 Mr. Paul J. Schrems, Pastoral Associate for Administration • [email protected] Mrs. Amanda J. Conklin, Campus Ministry • [email protected] or [email protected] Ms. Jamie J. Burns, Religious Education Coordinator • [email protected] Ms. Terrianne Yanulavich, Child Safety & Victims’ Assistance Coordinator: (518) 483-3261 [email protected] Mrs. Michele A. Meyers, Principal • [email protected] Mrs. Terry M. Feuka, Administrative Assistant • [email protected] Gabriel Project • (315)244-8232 • Parish Nurse • (315)322-1836 • Surviving Spouse Group • (315)379-1650 Our Sacred Purpose: Christ-led, Christ-fed, and Hope-filled The Diocese of Ogdensburg joyfully invites the people of the North Country to the journey of faith through the proclamation of the Gospel, the celebration of the Eucharist and the Sacraments, and the loving service of neighbor.
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THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF SAINT MARY
Parish Office 68 Court Street, Canton, New York 13617
PHONE: (315) 386-2543 • FAX: (315) 386-8870 www.cantoncatholics.com • [email protected]
St. Mary’s School
2 Powers Street • (315) 386-3572 • [email protected] • www.stmaryscantonny.com
Sacrament of Baptism – For Children to be Baptized, please call the Rectory to schedule a meeting. Sacrament of Penance – Tuesday from 5:40pm until done, Saturday 3:45—4:45, pm and by appointment.
Marriage – Make arrangements with the Pastor at least six months in advance. Pre-Cana instruction is necessary. Anointing of the Sick – Please advise the parish office of the serious illness or hospitalization of a parishioner.
Communion for shut-ins – Please notify the Rectory if anyone is unable to attend Sunday Mass regularly. *** New Parishioners – Register at the Rectory at any time. ***
May 6, 2018
PARISH STAFF
Rev. Bryan D. Stitt, Pastor • [email protected]
Mr. James M. Snell, Deacon • [email protected] • (315)262-0491
Mr. Paul J. Schrems, Pastoral Associate for Administration • [email protected]
Mrs. Amanda J. Conklin, Campus Ministry • [email protected] or [email protected]
Ms. Jamie J. Burns, Religious Education Coordinator • [email protected]
Ms. Terrianne Yanulavich, Child Safety & Victims’ Assistance Coordinator: (518) 483-3261 [email protected]
Mrs. Michele A. Meyers, Principal • [email protected]
Mrs. Terry M. Feuka, Administrative Assistant • [email protected]
Gabriel Project • (315)244-8232 • Parish Nurse • (315)322-1836 • Surviving Spouse Group • (315)379-1650
Our Sacred Purpose:
Christ-led, Christ-fed,
and Hope-filled
The Diocese of Ogdensburg joyfully
invites the people of the North Country to the journey of faith
through the proclamation of the Gospel,
the celebration of the Eucharist and
the Sacraments, and the loving service of neighbor.
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Pastor’s Corner
As we’re all enjoying the unofficial arrival of Spring, we want to congratulate our newly Confirmed members of the parish. Bishop LaValley confirmed them at St. Mary’s in Pots-dam on Saturday morning. You’ll see the full list of the candidates and the ministries that they will be serving in for at least the next two years.
Many of you will be with us for the other Sacrament of Initiation this weekend: 15 of our young people will be receiving their first Holy Communions at the 9:00 AM Mass. May they stay as close to Our Eucharistic Lord throughout their lives as they are today.
Thanks again to all of you who helped out with the Youth Rally. It was great having a 150 youth and young adults at the school last Saturday and at the Church for the 5:00 PM Mass. Thanks in a special way to all of you who baked the delicious cookies for the event. The kids (and maybe even more, their chaper-ones) raved about them!
Please remember that this Thursday is a Holy Day of Obliga-tion. We celebrate the fullness of Easter in the Ascension of our Lord—40 Days into Easter!
The past couple weeks we’ve been asking for people to contact the rectory if you want your loved ones still included on our weekly Prayer List. As you can see, we’ve only had two calls. Our plan from this point forward is to keep people on the list for three weeks per request. Of course, we’ll happily put them on for longer, but we’d like to hear back from you every three weeks so we stay updated.
Finally, please stay tuned. Next week we’ll be releasing a sur-vey about the Summer Mass Schedule. I’m looking for ideas about whether or not to continue the 5:00 PM Sunday Mass from June to August. Have a great week. —Fr. Bryan Stitt
Baby Shower for Gabriel Project
Bring in baby items that can b used by new mothers and drop them off in the cradle in the entrance to the church. Need more information? Call Freda Michaud at 315-
347-2364. Interested in becoming more involved? There will be a training session Saturday June 9 9am to 12noon for anyone interest-ed in being a Gabriel “Angel” to work with our mothers. Interested? Call Freda at 315-347-2364 for more info.
CAMP GUGGENHEIM REGISTRATION
Registration for the 2018 sea-son is now open!
Registration for Camp Guggen-heim 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.
Novena for Pentecost Starting May 10
The novena in honor of the Holy Spirit is the oldest of all novenas since it was first made at the direction of Our Lord when He sent His apostles back to Jerusalem to await the coming of the Holy Spirit on the first Pentecost. Addressed to the Third Person of the Blessed Trinity, it is a power-ful plea for the light and strength and love so sorely needed by every Christian.
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth.
O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord. Amen.
Ask Father Stitt
We hear that the First Communion Children have been asked to receive Communion on their tongues. Is this true? If so, could you please explain why? I was never taught to do so.
Yes. Thanks for asking. The Church gives us the option of receiv-ing either on the tongue or in the hand. While I realize that there is nothing wrong with doing the latter, I’m afraid we’ve handi-capped people if we’ve never taught them the former.
Everyone realizes that if they receive in the hand, they must do so with care and reverence. St. Cyril, way back in the 4th Century taught: “Receive Communion by making a throne: one hand un-der the other, ready to receive our great King.” And when we do so, we should always be aware of any particles of the host that are also received, and we make sure to consume those as well.
But what we may not realize is that there are times when we will not be able to receive in our hands. Three good examples: When people come forward while carrying a baby—we sure don’t want them dropping the child while trying to “make a throne” for Je-sus. We’re pro-Life! Also if we’re on crutches, using a cane, or in some other way physically immobilized. Or maybe we just helped someone change their tire on the way in to church and still have grease all over our hands.
In any of these cases (and maybe simply because we feel that it is more reverent), I would encourage someone to receive directly on the tongue. I know it is a bit awkward to do so, if you’ve never (or infrequently) done so. That’s why I’ve asked the kids to be prepared to receive this way.
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Thank a teacher on National Teacher Appreciation Day
May 8
Principal’s Corner Homilies Online If you’re on the road last week and missed the homily here at St. Mary’s (or if your kids are just a little too fussy for you to catch what was being said the first time around) you can now hear the homilies onlineas well.
Featured CD of the Week Dr. Scott Hahn presents the historical and biblical origins of the Sacrament of Penance (Reconciliation). He pro-vides an important guide for new Catholics, a source of renewal for "old hands", and a challenge to all of us to deepen our relationship with Christ through regular use of the Sacrament
Opening Doors! Stop by for a visit with the Lord any time.
The chapel is always open, and we’ll keep the doors to the church open through most daylight hours.
Nolan Joe Redmand
Sam Bisonette
Dear Jesus, Divine Physician and Healer of the sick, we turn to you in this time of illness. O dearest comforter of the troubled, alleviate our worry and sorrow with your gentle love, and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden. Dear God, we place our worries in your hands. We place our sick under your care and humbly ask that you restore your servant to health again. Above all, grant us the grace to acknowledge your will and know that whatever you do, you do for the love of us. Amen.
Catholic Charities Celebrating a Century of Service
1917 – 2018
Catholic Charities needs your help to continue the Legacy of Hope that began 100 years ago in New York State. This year’s Annual Appeal will support Catholic Charities core services: counseling, financial assistance for critical needs, maternity ser-vices, parish and community outreach, advocacy and network-ing. Your gift provides the resources for this Legacy of Hope to continue. Next week all of the parishes will participate in the Annual Mother’s Day Appeal. Please consider a generous gift to Catholic Charities.
For more information you can visit our website: www.cathcharities.org or call us at: (315) 393-2255.
Every gift counts
Italian Fest Friday May 11 4:30pm—6:15pm St. James School, Gouverneur. Pasta Dinner to include: Antipasto salad Bread Eggplant parmesan, spaghetti and meatballs Chefs: Joe & Carolyn Pistolesi Adult $10, Children 12 & under $5, Children 5 and under eat FREE. Takeouts available. Raffles, games & face painting. Fried Dough, Italian Dessert Sale. Public Open House to check out St. James School
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 [email protected]. Deadline for application is May 22, 2018.
Congratulations to those making their First Holy Communion
Ashley Aldous Konnor Baxter Alexis Burwell Thomas Creurer Parker Livernois Ellaina Locy Kaeden Locy Elizabeth Metcalf Ellie Murphy Maeve Murphy Nicholas Page Casey Riley Parker Smith Veronica Tartaglia Elle White
Congratulations to those being Confirmed
Sara Creighton* Elizabeth Finnerty* Emma Gainey* Madison Hoy* Cooper Ladouceur^ Jonah Longshore^
Daniel Mahoney^ Sierra Riley^ Samuel Roiger ^ Daniel Rosser^ Gavin Thompson@ *Will be serving as choir members ^Will be serving the parish as maintenance assistance @Will be serving the parish as a Knight of Our Lady (altar)
Readings for Sunday May 6: Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48/Ps 98:1, 2-3, 3-4 [cf. 2b]/1 Jn 4:7-10 or 1 Jn 4:11-16/Jn 15:9-17 or Jn 17:11b-19 Reading for Sunday May 13: Acts 1:15-17, 20a, 20c-26/Ps 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20 [19a]/1 Jn 4:11-16/Jn 17:11b-19
The Church Sanctuary Lamp burns this week
In Honor of the Upcoming Nuptials of Tyler Thomas & Taylor Reede
by the Ames and Thomas Families
If you desire to have the Vigil Lamp lit for a loved one or for your inten-tion, please contact the Rectory.
Are you gluten-intolerant or do you have Celiac Disease? We offer low-gluten hosts at all Masses. Present yourself to receive Communion from the celebrant and indi-cate that you need a low-gluten host.
May 5 and 6, 2018 Sat. 5:00 pm
Lectors: Bernie Proulx, Brad Mintener
Eucharist: Michael Christy, Cathie O’Horo, Nancy Layhee, Allie Withee
Altar Servers: (need)
Greeters: Mary and Phil Shatraw
Sun. 9:00 am
Lectors: First Communicants
Eucharist: Mel Schrems, Joan Hyde, Maureen Howard,
Marion Larson
Altar Servers: Alexa Romano, Nate Romano, Gavin Thompson
Greeter: Helen Dominy
May 12 and 13, 2018 Sat. 5:00 pm
Lectors: Edd White, Lisa Guccione
Eucharist: Joan Pope, Freda Michaud, Sandy Bartlett, Pat Furgal
Altar Servers: (need)
Greeters: Mary Thivierge
Sun. 9:00 am
Lectors: Virginia Burwell, Russ Backus
Eucharist: Cheryl Curry, Maureen Howard, Marion Larson, Joan Hyde
Altar Servers: Eleanor Bailey, Nicole White, Gavin Thompson
Greeter: Barbara teRiele
BINGO is held every Monday night, at 7pm 30 Miner Street Bring a Friend!
ALL NEW
BONUS BALL
Monday, May 7: Easter Weekday
8:10 am Mass Mary Akley by Ellie Beauvais
Tuesday, May 8 : Easter Weekday
4:00 pm Holy Hour for Vocations
5:10 pm Mass For the Health of Mike Nelson
by Carolyn Shelmidine
5:40 pm Confessions
Wednesday, May 9: Easter Weekday
10:30 am Mass (Highrise) Cunningham Sisters
by the Estate
Thursday, May 10: The Ascension of the Lord
(Holy Day of Obligation)
8:10 am Mass For the People of the Parish
12:10 pm Mass James Augenstein by St. Mary’s School Faculty & Staff
5:00 pm Rosary for Life
5:30 pm Mass Paul Roesser by Dan and
Margaret Sweeney
Friday, May 11: Easter Weekday
8:10 am All Souls by the Parish
Saturday, May 12: Easter Weekday/Sts. Nereus and Achilleus, Martyrs; St. Pancras, Martyr
No Morning Mass
Vigil: Seventh Sunday of Easter
5:00 pm Mass Eileen Carrow (Anniversary) by
Lita Maroney
Sunday, May 13: Seventh Sunday of Easter
9:00 am Mass Orilla Gonyea by Sam & Nomia Thornton
5:00 pm Mass Myrtle Burke & Helen Wilson by
Judy Wilson & Family
MASS & PARISH SCHEDULE
Week of April 28 & April 29 2017 2018
Envelopes $6,761.00 $5,960.00
Plate $859.49 $884.00
Fuel $85.00 $35.00
Easter $150.00 $40.00
Children’s Envelopes 75¢
Total $7,855.49 $6,919.75
Thank you for your support and generosity each and every week! Please continue to remember how important your weekly offering
is to the life of our parish!
