HOLY FAMILY NOVEMBER 8 & 9, 2014 1 EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS – MASS SCHEDULE NOVEMBER 15 & 16: Rosary @ 8:35AM Monday – Friday 5:00 PM Richard, Peg & Katie Bailey, THIRTY SECOND WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Elena Brusa, Margaret Huppman, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Mark Kay, Suzanne Kuppel, 6:45 AM Milt Meyers/Frank Silvaggio Carol Latini, Linda Vishnesky, 9:00 AM ANN: David B. Jenkins/Cathy & Family Kathleen Wheeler TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 7:30 AM John & Teresa Brusa, Feast of St. Martin of Tours Mary Ellen Byrne, Justin Culkowski, 6:45 AM Louise Vanderhoff/Joe & Irene Iauco Maureen Malay, Susan Wiegel 9:00 AM Loretta LaFex/Family 8:45 AM Kris McGuire, Dolores Grace, 8:00 AM EDGE Retreat – Hall & Gym Kathlene Hunter, Paula Jachim, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Valerie James, Laura Meluni, 6:45 AM Elizabeth Barrett/Milton J. Scott Barb Parkes, Marcia Ryan, 9:00 AM Robert Schrank/Jerry, Cindi & Ronnie Schmidt, Kathy Spencer & Kevin Schrank 10:30 AM Leticia Andolina, Mary Ellen Koegel, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Jack & Eleanor Caltabiano, 6:45 AM ANN: Millie Garofalo/Nancy Crandall Peter Petrone, Beth Polge, 9:00 AM ANN: John F. Lynch/Helen Ann Lynch Rosemary Smith, Donald Thome, 7:00 PM BEREAVEMENT MASS Theresa Waters, Mary Lou Yacano FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 12:15 PM Joseph Antonio, Rosemary Bovalino, 6:45 AM Pat & Bob Cline/Family Andrew Bowman, Christian Huddleston, 9:00 AM ANN: Ronald Reid/Wife - Elaine Helen Ann Lynch, Michael Natoli, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15 James Pirro, Tim Sexton, 8:00 AM ANN; Leo Caveney/Lorna O’Toole Tina Vecchio, Lisa Vignogna 5:00 PM ANN: Bobby Falso/Mom & Family 4:00 PM John Buttner, Molly Clark, SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16 Kathy Czajak, Lorraine Dardani, THIRTY THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Shelly Dodge, Elizabeth Garn, 7:30 AM MASS FOR THE PEOPLE OF Frank Procopio, Jodi Smolen, HOLY FAMILY Jesse Williams, Jennifer Scott 8:45 AM Joseph Turrisi/The Vecchio Family 10:30AM ANN: Thomas Maher/Nicky Schibilia LECTORS – NOVEMBER 15 & 16: 12:15 PM Elena Riccardi Mosca/ 5:00 PM Tom Gdula, Kathy Kendrick Len & Regina Montreal & Family 7:30 AM Janice Bader, Dan McGuire 4:00 PM ANN: Mary Littlefield/ 8:45 AM Andy Hunter, Chelsea Parkes Family of Wayne Holt 10:30 AM John Milligan, Linda Sorbello 12:15 PM Alicia Castrello, Maryellen Masterpole LITURGY UPDATE 4:00 PM Teesa Guy, Joe Sullivan Fr. Jason will preach November 15 & 16. READINGS: NOVEMBER 8 & 9: First Reading: Ezekiel 47:1-2, 8-9, 12 Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:9c-11, 16-17 Gospel: John 2:13-22 PLEASE NOTE: The parish office will be closed Tuesday, November 11th. If you see a veteran that day, be sure to day “Thank You!” ALTAR SERVERS – NOVEMBER 15 & 16: 5:00 PM Bridget Bailey, Joseph Descoio, Ellen Kearney, Dan Ludington 7:30 AM Tim Brusa, John Brusa III, DJ Caloia, Gabriella Giacovelli 8:45 AM Claire & William Hunter, Geoff Parkes, Abigail Walsh 10:30 AM Chris & Alex Polge, Antonio Procopio, Maggie Smith 12:15 PM Wesley Apenteng, Bianca Sacco, Kara & Connor Chawgo 4:00 PM Meghan Christie, Liam Madrid, Emily & Megan O’Reilly HOLY FAMILY NOVEMBER 8 & 9, 2014 PASTOR’S NOTES Vocation Awareness Week Pope St. Pius X once said, “Every vocation to the priesthood comes from the heart of God, but it passes through the heart of a mother and father.” In an interview for a Spanish-language newspaper, Pope Francis’ only living sibling, Maria Elena Bergoglio, recounts how their mother discovered how her brother was interested in the priesthood. At age 19, young Jorge Bergoglio initially felt that he wanted to study medicine. Wanting him to have a quiet place to study, his mother cleaned out a cluttered closet. One day the future pope’s mother entered the room and to her surprise she came across books on theology. Maria recounted the conversation between her mother and brother: “Jorge, come here. You told me that you were going to study medicine.” “Yes, mother.” “Why did you lie to me?” “No I did not lie to you mother; I am going to study the medicine of the soul.” Surprised by the news, his mother wept, because she understood he would have to leave home to study. His father, however, rejoiced at his son’s vocation. Eventually the entire family embraced his call to priesthood. Jorge Bergoglio was ordained a priest in 1969 and elected Pope in 2013. Vocations to the priesthood and religious life grow on trees….family trees. DEMONSTRATE YOUR THANKFULNESS THIS SEASON Each holiday season, Holy Family anticipates and relies on a seasonal increase in contributions. It is through the donations of every individual and family in the congregation that we are able to carry on our work now and throughout the year. If you need a convenient way to make recurring contributions or plan to make an additional gift before the end of the year, we encourage you to check out our electronic giving options. As the pace of life speeds up around the holidays, you may find electronic giving a most welcome way to make contributions. To set up a recurring giving schedule, visit us on holyfamilysyr.org and locate the Online Giving button. Or if it’s easier, call the parish office (488-3139) and we will send one and just drop it in the collection basket or at the office. Thank you for your generosity and support. 2 HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Mark your calendar for November Events: 9th – Food sorting Sunday & Pot Luck dinner after the 4:00 Mass st 21 - Packing for the Thanksgiving Program 7:30pm 22nd – Families pick up Thanksgiving Food Human Development is busy preparing for the holidays already! If you’d like to get involved call the Office at x 24. We are in need of volunteers for many of the programs. The commitment varies depending on the program. We have recently canceled Coffee Hour for the winter months as we do not have cochairs to do the shopping, set up, and clean up. If you think you might be interested, come to the last one Nov. 5th as we will be talking about it! We are also in need of co-chairpersons for the school supply program. There are many opportunities coming up for service hours for school or confirmation. If you have any questions please call the Human Development Office at ext. 24. The Food Pantry is busy preparing for Thanksgiving. The items we need are gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes/yams, canned fruit and veggies, and of course TURKEYS! Any monetary donations will be used to purchase turkeys, rolls, fresh potatoes pumpkin pie filling, piecrusts, and fresh fruit. The pantry is also low on the following items: canned chili, raviolis, beef stew, baked beans, pork-n-beans, crackers, rice, and fruit juice. You can drop off your donations at any time or come and join us for food sorting Sunday and help stock the pantry. Finish with a potluck dinner and fellowship! If you, your family or friends, or your company would like to adopt a family for Christmas call the Human Development Office at ext. 24. MUSICAL BENEFIT FOR ST. CAMILLUS November 13 @ 7PM Experience Central New York’s finest female artists as they pay tribute to women in music who inspire them in a live performance at the Palace Theatre in Eastwood. Two of our parishioners – Maureen Sheridan Henesy and Joanne Perry – are going to be featured Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 at the door. Tickets available at www.RespectCNY.com or at the Soundgarden in Armory Square. HOLY FAMILY NOVEMBER 8 & 9, 2014 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Divine Mercy Novena – 3PM Daily MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10 6:00 PM Nocturnal Adoration Bands Meeting - #2 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 6:00 PM 6:15 PM 6:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM Seniors - Church Hall Engaged Bible Study – DSMP’s Convent Angel Coding – Endow - #2 Creighton Model Info. - #1 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12 6:30 PM Confessions – Church 6:30 PM Edge – Hall 7:00 PM Adult Choir – Choir Room 7:00 PM Charismatic Prayer Group – MPR 7:00 PM RCIA - #1 8:00 PM AA - Cafeteria THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13 5:30 PM Pray it Off - Church Hall 6:00 PM Life Teen Core – FF Office 6:30 PM Women of Grace - #2 7:00 PM Daughters in Adoration – Chapel 7:00 PM MASS OF REMEMBRANCE – CHURCH 7:00 PM K of C - Hall 8:00 PM Lectio 2 - Parish Office FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 10:00 AM Lectio Divina - #2 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15 7:00 AM Men’s Prayer Group – MPR 9:00 AM Evangelization Workshop Meeting – Hall 9:00 AM Pauley Bible Study - #1 9:30 AM Riley Bible Study - #2 3:30 PM Confessions – Church 4:15 PM Joyful Sound Rehearsal – Choir Room 6:00 PM Altar Server Training – Church BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING KNIGHTS TICKET SALE SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16 9:45 AM K - 8 Grades & Confirmation 1 – School 4:00 Mass - Rite of Election for Confirmation 2 5:00 PM Life Teen – Church Hall VOICES OF FAITH CONCERT SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2014 @ 7PM An evening of Seasonal Music, Classical and carols with The Voices of Faith Choir and their special guest artists: Seneca String Quartet Soprano, Mikell DiGiorgio John Spillett Jazz Duo Al Thompson, Guitar & Vocal Doreen Bosch and Bryan Hills Duet. A holiday reception will follow – Free will offering. 3 MUSIC MINISTRY This Sunday: 5:00 PM Gabrielle Giacovelli, Trudy Butler 8:45 AM Kim Farrell, Tony Alvaro 10:30 AM Mary Kate Walsh, Adult Choir, Tony Alvaro 12:15 PM Mary Kate Walsh, Trudy Butler 4:00 PM Holy Family Praise & Worship Band Next Sunday: 5:00 PM Gabrielle Giacovelli, Joyful Sound Ensemble, Trudy Butler 8:45 AM Megan Brody, Tony Alvaro 10:30 AM Megan Brody, Adult Choir, Tony Alvaro 12:15 PM Megan Brody, Trudy Butler 4:00 PM Holy Family Praise & Worship Band ADULT CHOIR Next Rehearsal: Wednesday, Nov. 12 @ 7PM Next Mass: Sunday, Nov. 16 @ 10:30AM JOYFUL SOUND Next Rehearsal: Saturday, Nov. 15 @ 4:15PM Next Mass: Saturday, Nov. 15 @ 5PM ATTENTION ALL YOUNGER KIDS: We are excited to again present our Children’s Christmas Pageant at the 6PM Christmas Eve Mass. All younger kids are invited to participate. First rehearsal is Tuesday, December 9 from 4 – 5PM. Come join the fun! PATRIOTIC ROSARY The parish of St. Charles – St. Ann will be praying the Patriotic Rosary on Veterans Day, November 11, 2014 at 6:30PM at St. Ann’s Church. All families and especially all Veterans are invited to join in as we pray this rosary for the Consecration of our Nation. The Patriotic Rosary includes readings from our forefathers, patriotic hymns and each state of our nation is prayed over as each of the 50 Hail Marys are recited. We will end the rosary as we listen to Taps and recite the Prayer for Religious Freedom. Blessing and peace on our nation and our leaders and may God bless America! PROJECT RACHEL MINISTRY Do you have unresolved feelings about an abortion? You are not alone. Contact Project Rachel Ministry. It is a confidential ministry offered to help begin your healing process. God loves you and offers hope and reconciliation. Call toll free 1-855-364-0076. HOLY FAMILY NOVEMBER 8 & 9, 2014 4 [email protected] or call 488-5884 for more information. Virtue is nothing without the trial of temptation, for there 11/12: No regular EDGE because of retreat on 11/11. is no conflict without an enemy, no victory without strife. - St. Leo the Great, Pope & Doctor of the Church, Feast 11/19: The Buddy System – An Edge Night on Ruth. Day, November 10. Pair up and join us as we focus our discussion on Ruth. We will see how Ruth’s story can be a model of faith and friendship. We will also reflect on the importance Life Teen welcomes all students in grades 9-12 of having good fellowship and bring a good friend to Sundays, Mass at 4pm, Life Night 5-7 pm, Church Hall. others. [email protected] call 382-7883. 11/9: Food Sorting/Social Night – This night is open to all families! We will sort collected food items for the food pantry then share in a Pot Luck Dinner. Please join us. 11/16: But Why? The Sacrament of the Eucharist – Tonight we dive into the source and summit of the Church, the Eucharist. The Eucharist is not simply a symbol or tradition, but is the Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Jesus Christ. We will challenge the students to recommit themselves to making the Eucharist the center of their lives as we spend time in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. 11/23: Thanksgiving Prayer – Prayer Vigil, Adoration 11/29: Christmas Craft Fair, 9am-2pm, see Chris to sign up to help! 11/30: Be Made Well – Sacrament of Healing God is Good All the Time, All the Time God is Good! All students grade 6-8 are welcome. Wednesday nights, 6:30-8:00pm in the church hall [email protected] or call 380-2208 11/11: EDGE RETREAT – All About You and Your Journey - 8AM – 5PM. This retreat is designed to take you on a daylong journey through YOUR story – past, present, and future. You will be challenged to see how Christ redeems our past history, sins, and hurts. You will be called to walk with Christ every day. Finally, you will be given the tools to look forward to your eternal destiny in heaven and strive for sainthood daily. Cost is only $20. Please visit our website at holyfamilyyouth.com to download a permission form. Email Vince D’Angelo at 11/26: No Edge – Happy Thanksgiving UPCOMING EVENTS AND DATES Visit us at holyfamilyyouth.com to download registration/permission forms. Fall Faith Formation Schedule: 11/9: Confirmation 1 class, 10-11:30AM 11/9: Confirmation 2 class, 11:45AM – 1:15PM 11/9: NO Grade K-8 Faith Formation classes 11/11: NO Grade 1-8 Faith Formation classes 11/11: EDGE Retreat, 8AM-5PM, Church Hall 11/16: K-8 Faith Formation classes, 9:45-11AM 11/16: Confirmation 1 class, 10-11:30AM 11/16: Confirmation 2 Retreat, 7:45AM-5PM 11/16: Confirmation 2 Rite of Election Mass, 4PM 11/18: 1-8 Faith Formation classes, 6:15-7:30PM 11/23: K-8 Faith Formation classes, 9:45 –11AM 11/23: 6th Grade Mass, 4PM 11/23: NO Confirmation Classes 11/25: 1-8 Faith Formation classes, 6:15-7:30PM 11/27: HAPPY THANKSGIVING 11/29: Holy Family Christmas Craft Fair, 9Am -2PM 11/30: NO Faith Formation classes ATTENTION: IF THERE ARE ANY PARISHIONERS INTERESTED IN HAVING THEIR KINDERGARTENERS PARTICIPATE IN FAITH FORMATION ON TUESDAYS FROM 6:15 – 7:30PM PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE AT 4885884 TO REGISTER. CONFIRMATION 2 NEWS: Our mandatory Confirmation 2 Retreat will be Sunday, November 16th. Students must arrive by 7:45PM for the retreat and will return for the 4PM Rite of Election Mass. Family and friends are invited to attend this celebration and students to be picked up after Mass at 5PM. Reminder: this includes Summer C2 Faith Formation. Life Teen & EDGE Volunteers Needed Our Life Teen and Edge youth groups are also looking for volunteer core members. If you are interested in this ministry, please call Chris Spilka at 382-7883 or Vince D’Angelo at 380-2208. HOLY FAMILY NOVEMBER 8 & 9, 2014 BAPTISM CLASS NEXT BAPTISM CLASS MONDAY-December 1st, 2014 FROM 7 PM to 8:15 PM PASTORAL CARE OFFICE: Sr. Anna Maria, D.S.M.P. and Marion Whipple Please call: 488-3139, ext. 23 to make arrangements for the baptism of your child. WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT COUPLES ATTEND THE BAPTISMAL CLASS BEFORE THE BABY IS BORN. (If you have attended a baptism class within the past few years, you may not have to attend again.) Normally, baptisms are the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month. Saints Names Mildred, Melissa, Millie, Milly – mild strength - St. Mildred was an abbess with a reputation for great holiness and generosity and compassion for the poor and rejected. She chose this life over marrying into nobility and wealth. Her detachment from this world’s comforts strengthened her firm commitment to Jesus and His poor. Otto – rich – St. Otto of Bamberg was a priest who worked for the royal court, but when his emperor broke from Rome and then appointed him bishop, the saint refused the position, declaring his obedience to the Church. He became bishop only after the Pope consecrated him. HOMEBOUND Anyone needing a priest to visit for any of the Sacraments please call the pastoral care office at 488-3139, ext. 23. Are you willing to share some of your time and your love for God in the ministry for the homebound as a Eucharist minister? Please Call Sr. Anna Maria at 4883139 ext. 23. PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION In the Eucharist, Christ is present in His soul and divinity, and in His body and blood. He is present not only as the Son of God but as the Son of Man and Son of Mary. Spending time in the presence of the Eucharist is a powerful encounter with the Divine. Experience the transformation that can occur when you respond to His call to be with Him in the Adoration Chapel. If interested in your own hour, call Tom Colabufo at 487-8377. God Bless! ELIZABETH MINISTRY Elizabeth Ministry is an international movement focused on the dignity of human life and strengthening relationships in order to build up the family and create vibrant communities. Our core values are to respect all life, cherish children, encourage families, enrich marriages and build community. We offer an opportunity for a like-to-like ministry – a pairing of someone who’s gone through something similar to someone who is currently going through the same kind of thing. We aren’t counselors; we are just friends. Friends from the parish who want to bring God’s love to one another, in joyful moments and in very difficult ones. We aren’t professionals; we are just people who care. People who care enough to want to reach out to someone else so they don’t feel so alone in their current circumstances. Though we may pass each other or see each other at Masses on weekends, perhaps there is something tugging at your heart asking you to play a part in God’s plan of weaving us together in love and care for one another. Contact Rita Condon at 673-9458 or email elizabethministryritatgamil.com. GREENBACK WINNERS #4009 – Pat Granito - $100 #2057 – NOT SOLD $500 JACKPOT NEXT WEEK BEREAVEMENT The joy of the Lord is your strength MAY HE REST IN PEACE Herbert Stoddard HOLY FAMILY SENIORS Meeting Tuesday, November 11 Doors open at 5 Meeting at 6PM BINGO NIGHT!!! Christmas Party Tuesday 12/2/14 @ Noon -Twin Trees Too! $15 – Members $20 – Non-Members Call Esther Wood for reservations – 487-5466 5 RESPECT LIFE CALENDAR OF EVENTS November 15 – Day of Hope and Healing. Call Project Rachel Ministry @ 424-‐3737 November 22 – “Catholic Consideration For End of Life Decisions” Holy Family Church Hall, 2:30 – 4:30PM December 12 – Annual Mass in Honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe, 9AM @ Holy Family Church HOLY FAMILY NOVEMBER 8 & 9, 2014 SAFE ENVIRONMENT PROGRAM New volunteers and employees must take “Protecting God’s Children” training. St. Joseph’s in Camillus has added a new session on November 15th from 9AM – Noon. All training sessions are posted on the diocesan website www.syrdiocese.org. Questions? Call Debbie @ 488-‐3139 x 13 or email: [email protected]. SWEET SENSATIONS Franciscan Northside Ministries proudly present our 10th anniversary “Sweet Sensations” fundraiser on Saturday, November 15th, at St. Daniel’s School Auditorium, 3004 Court St., Syracuse, NY. Enjoy an evening of delectable desserts, and the best in Syracuse’s local talent! The cost is $25 per person and proceeds benefit the Franciscan Northside Ministries. To reserve tickets or for more information, call Sister Dolly at 423-‐9961. The Show begins at 7:30PM, doors open at 6:30PM. GIFT BEARERS NOVEMBER 15 & 16 5:00 PM – Mom & Family of Bobby Falso 10:30 AM – The Ludingtons – Tom Maher’s Family 12:15 PM – Len & Regina Montreal & Family Parishioners: If you have an intention for a loved one coming up at a weekend Mass and would like to bring up the gifts, call Esther @ 487-5466. CRAFTERS WANTED! Our Holy Family Craft Fair will be Saturday, November 29, 9-2PM. We are currently accepting applications for crafters. Please visit our website at holyfamilyyouth.com for more details or contact Chris Spilka at 488-5884. 4TH ANNUAL APPLE PIE SALE HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL November 21 & 22 Friday pick-up between 6 – 8 PM Saturday pick up between 9AM and 1PM Call the school @ 487-8515 with orders for baked or unbaked and pick up plan. Call Christine Prowak @ 471-7939 with questions. The Knights of Columbus will once again be selling Lottery Tickets for the month of December on the weekend of November 15th & 16TH. Each ticket is $5 and is good for the whole month of September. Proceeds go towards the good works of the Knights. 6 PLEASE PRAY FOR ATTENTION PARISHIONERS: We will print the “Please Pray For List” on a month-to-month basis. If you would like your loved one on the list, please call the parish office. The name will stay on for one month. You must call each month to have the name put back on the list. Bob & Marie Wing, Louis Lomonaco, Betty Sabene, Peter Mastracco, Dorothy Pirro, Theresa Pullano Towers, Ed Towers, Judy Tilton, Sandy Dalton, Joseph McClusky, Joe Mandolfo, Angel Solomon, John Hnotko, Ed Campagna, Hank Smith, Anthony Tangredi, Christopher Piotrowski, Frank Lopefido, Nicole Canavan, Alison McCauley, Jason B. Steve M., Micha Ordway, Charles Gridley, Joan Cooney, Cheryl Davis, Lynn Hutchinski, Nicole Canavan, Janet Leeb, Robert Dubik, John Omolino, Kathleen Wall, M. M. Special Intention, Carol Murphy, Robert G. McCarthy, George LeFever, Marcella Savage, Dr. Joseph Thornton, James Spinoso, Kate Henry, Eric Kehn, Anthony Tangredi, John Omolino, Robert Brown, Mark Degon. NOTE: Due to HIPPA, hospitals are not allowed to give names of patients to us. If you have a loved one in the hospital or a nursing home who would like a visit from a priest or deacon, please notify the parish office. BIBLE STUDY Bible study facilitated by Mike Pauley has started. It takes place on the 1st and 4th/5th Saturdays of the month. The 2nd and 3rd Saturdays are open to afford people the opportunity to attend Bible study at St. Ann’s Church conducted by Fr. Brian Lange and Sister Bridget. Mike’s study is continuing in the Book of Revelation using a “Lectio Divina” format. Come share with us. Any questions call Mike at 488-2478. MASS OF REMEMBRANCE Novem ber 13 @ 7PM Each year we rem em ber those in our parish who have died during the past year. All parishioners are invited to attend and join us rem em bering all our deceased loved ones. W e will be especially rem em bering those who have died from Septem ber 1,2013 to A ugust 31, 2014. A reception will be held in the church hall im m ediately following the Mass. HOLY FAMILY NOVEMBER 8 & 9, 2014 7 HOLY FAMILY BASKETBALL GUANELLIAN SISTERS DAUGHTERS OF ST. MARY OF PROVIDENCE “Always stay in the hands of the Lord. God will always look after you, but especially in the most urgent moment, which is the hour of death. The city of heaven is a better dwelling place than the earthly city. Divine Providence is the most tender mother of her children. Have faith: the Lord who feeds the birds of the air and clothes the lilies of the field with splendor will surely feed and clothe you properly.” (Saint Louis Guanella) WELCOME NEW CHRISTIAN: Hunter Kirk child of Logan & Germaine Kirk COUNSELING SERVICES Holy Family has begun providing counseling services through Catholic Charities. Mary McGrath will provide affordable, confidential, professional counseling to our community on Thursdays at the convent (207 Chapel Drive). Fee is based on ability to pay but cost need not be an obstacle. Mary makes her own appointments – call 362-7565. You need not be a registered parishioner to take advantage of this service. WEEKLY OFFERINGS: Regular Collection 11/ 1 & 2 Last Year Capital Campaign Number of Pledges Total Pledged Pledges Received to Date Outstanding Pledged $27,617.95 $24,584.01 975 $1,279,042.95 1,153,765.50 125,277.45 PRAYER CHAIN: Please call requests to Judy Shanley at 488-2487. For surgeries please contact two weeks in advance. GAMES: Girls Junior High Sunday, Nov. 9 @ MHR – 5:30PM Thursday, Nov. 13, HF vs SH – 6:30PM Sunday, Nov. 16, HF @ Seton – 4PM CYO Tryouts Boys Junior High (Grades 6, 7 & 8) Sunday, Nov. 9, 1:30 – 3:30PM Boys Junior Varsity (Grades 9 & 10) Sunday, Nov. 9, 3:30 – 5PM Monday, Nov. 10, 6 – 8PM Tuesday, Nov. 11, 6 – 7:30PM Saturday, Nov. 15, 7 – 9PM Men’s Open Gym, Friday, Nov. 14, 8:30 – 10:30 PM SOCIAL JUSTICE “I was in prison and you visited me… ” Crew socks and/or hot chocolate a holiday tradition at Holy Family. Jail Ministry is again gearing up for its annual Christmas party at the Justice Center when each person receives a bag of “goodies” to lighten the burden of being separated from family and friends in the holiday season. The gifts are simple, an apple, a pen, writing paper, word games socks, hot chocolate and instant coffee, home made cookies and Christmas cards to mail home. This year Jail Ministry must plan for upwards of 650 people and is pleased that Holy Family will collect crew socks (white only/calf high) and boxes of individual hot chocolate. There will be designated boxes at all entrances to the church through November. CATHOLIC CONSIDERATIONS FOR END-OF-LIFE DECISIONS Saturday, November 22, 2014 Holy Family Church – 2:30 – 4:30PM St. Mary of the Assumption Church - 5 – 7PM Learn about: Catholic Teachings: sacredness of human life, euthanasia/assisted suicide, ordinary vs. extraordinary treatments, assisted nutrition and hydration. Application of Catholic Principles: NYS Laws and policies, a comparison of advance directives: The health care proxy, the Living will & the MOLST. SARAH HOUSE FUNDRAISER Sarah’s Guest House is hosting a fundraiser on November 11, 2014 – Veterans’ Day 6 – 8PM Valley location of Gannon’s Ice Cream Please help support the Veterans that travel to Syracuse for the quality medical care that we are so fortunate to have in this area.
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