July 20, 2014
MASS SCHEDULE Saturday 4:00pm Sunday 8:30am 10:30am (ASL Interpreted on the 1st Sunday of the month)
5:30pm (3rd Sunday of the month) Weekday 9:00am
THE ROMAN CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF
CORPUS CHRISTI ROUND LAKE, NEW YORK 2001 Route 9 at Ushers Road Round Lake, NY 12151 www.corpuschristichurch.net
[email protected] Phone: (518) 877-8506 Fax: (518) 877-5620
OFFICE HOURS
Monday-Thursday: 9:30am-4:00pm Friday: Front office closed
STAFF DIRECTORY Pastor Parish Life Associate Pastoral Associate for Administration, Director of Music Faith F ormation Coordinator Youth Minister Pastoral Care Parish Accountant Director of Maintenance
Rev. James Clark
[email protected] Jackie McDonough
[email protected] Matthew Duclos
[email protected] Joan Haviland
[email protected] Karen Hedley
[email protected] Rob and Shirley Pilch
[email protected] Gail Moore
[email protected] Don Butner, Jr.
[email protected] TRUSTEES Robert Abromaitis & Thomas Eckert
Ext 303 Ext 374 Ext 301 Ext 373 Ext 306 Ext 302 Ext 307 Ext 308
CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC CHURCH
of the responsibilities defined for members of the town boardOne in my locale is that of weed commissioner. It is his job to ensure that the local ordinances on noxious weeds are enforced. This almost always means that he has to respond to a complaint from some neighbor about another resident's unkempt property. The weed commissioner doesn't really drive around looking for weeds to be exterminated. And he can't enforce any code on his own. All he can do is encourage a property owner to cut down any weeds or risk having it done for them with the cost added to next year's property tax bill. weed commissioner probably wouldn't have been much help toAthe landowner in today's parable. After all, the weeds were growing among the wheat, and tearing out the weeds would have risked uprooting the crops. The consequences at that moment would have been too catastrophic to imagine for the farmer. Instead, he was willing to wait until harvest time when he would harvest the grain and burn the weeds. His patience would be rewarded with a decent crop, and he would not risk losing it all. God is infinitely patient. Like the landowner, God is willing to wait things out, letting a person's life take its course. The consequences come at the end. Like the property owner who discovers that his tax bill at the end of the year now contains an assessment for weed removal, so too do those who spend their lives living like weeds. In the end, the bill will come due. But one important message of the parable is that God is willing to give a person time. Good and bad grow together. And God gives the sinner an opportunity to change, to seek conversion. Not everyone chooses that path. But the promise of salvation is held out for all. And thank God for that! ©2011 Liturgical Publications Inc. STEWARDSHIP: A WAY OF LIFE Parish Financial Support July 12-13, 2014 Envelopes & Loose checks (263) $8,237 Loose Cash 933 E-Giving (34) 1,155 Total $10,325 As we continue our journey, we share our time, talents, and treasures with our family, friends, and our Parish Community. As always, we place our trust in God. SACRAMENTS Reconciliation: S aturdays at 3:00-‐3:30pm or call Fr. Clark at 877-‐
ROUND LAKE, NEW YORK Saturday, July 19 4:00pm: Patrick Clancy Sr. by Pat Clancy Jr. Sunday, July 20 8:30am: Christine Christopher by John & Sharon Ryan Agnes Cannon by Delores & Peter Byron Richard Esposito by Carol & Family Robert Kaszubowski by Family 10:30am: Jean Williams by Denise Bartlette Shawn McCarthy by the DeSantis Family Monday, July 21 9:00am: Special Intention by Charlotte D’Achille Tuesday, July 22 9:00am: Edward Anderson by Edward & Mary Beth Evers Wednesday, July 23 9:00am: Ralph Culver by Daughter Thursday, July 24 9:00am: The People of Corpus Christi Friday, July 25 9:00am: The People of Corpus Christi Saturday, July 26 4:00pm: Patricia A Howard by Husband Sunday, July 27 8:30am: Angelo DeSalvatore by Elizabeth DiSalvatore 10:30am: Francis Sala by Dan & Karen Witkop and family Apologies for the misprint in last weekend’s bulletin. The Sanctuary Lamp in the Reservation Chapel is lit for Joseph Ruepp Sr. by Judy & Bill Mullins
CONGRATULATIONS! 5 children were baptized last weekend! Congratulations to them and their families! Madden Hurteau James Drozinski Luke William Varano Emma Claire DeMarco Connor Parker Kaufmann
8506, Ext 303. Communal Penance during Advent/Lent.
Baptism: In order to understand and better appreciate this special sacrament, parents are required to attend the Pre-‐Baptismal Program held the first Tuesday of every month at 7:30pm in the church. Baptisms are held the second weekend of each m onth. For information please call the Parish Office, Ext 301.
Marriage: All couples considering m arriage are asked to contact the parish at least six months prior to the proposed date of the wedding. Please contact Fr. Clark, Ext 303.
Anointing of the Sick: If anyone in your family or a neighbor cannot attend Mass due to sickness or disability, please call the Pastoral Care Office, Ext 302 and we will be happy to tend to their spiritual needs.
Congratulations to Michael Shriver and Stacey Mackley on their marriage at Corpus Christi!
JULY 20, 2014
Readings for: July 20, 2014 First Reading: Wisdom 12:13, 16-19 Second Reading: Romans 8:26-27 Gospel Reading: Matthew 13:24-43 “The kingdom of heaven is like...” Jesus continues with his parables and uses three comparisons to explain the mystery of God’s Presence and reign: discernment, full growth, and transformation. The way we live reveals how we respond to God’s ‘mastery’ – his love – how we allow him to be present to us and nurture our lives, changing (transforming) us into more perfect images of his divine Presence. Our God is a loving God, full of mercy and forgiveness. Living with him in our hearts and through our deeds assures us of eternal Life with him after our earthly death. Adults: How do you discern God’s will for your life? Do you have help in responding to your discernment? How do you feel full growth in yourself through God? Youth: Do you believe that God is kind and patient? When do you need God to be kind to you and patient with you?
Readings for Next Weekend: July 27, 2014
First Reading: Second Reading: Gospel Reading:
1 Kings 3:5, 7-12 Romans 8:28-30 Matthew 13:44-52
PETER’S PENCE COLLECTION 2014 Peter ’s Pence Collection for the Holy Father BE A WITNESS OF CHARITY
Each year the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany participates in the Peter’s Pence Collection, which provides the Holy Father with the funds he needs to carry out his charitable works around the world. The proceeds benefit the most disadvantaged: victims of war, oppression, and disasters. Join our Holy Father as a witness of charity to those who are suffering.
16TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
THE W EEK AHEAD
Saturday, July 19 3:00-3:30pm 4:00pm
Confessions, Church Mass
Sunday, July 20 8:30am Mass 10:30am Mass 11:00-12:30pm RCIA, Room 5 4:30-5:30pm Contemporary Music Ensemble Rehearsal, Church 5:30pm Choose Christ Youth Mass 6:30pm “Son of God” Movie Night, Parish Hall Monday, July 21 9:00am Mass 9:30am Morning Coffee 6:00-7:00pm Mother Mary’s Rosary Group, DMC Exposition and Rosary
Tuesday, July 22 9:00am Mass 10:00-12:00pm Women’s Bible Study, Room 8 6:00-8:00pm VBS Team Meeting, Parish Hall
Wednesday, July 23 9:00am Mass (After: Rosary, Divine Mercy, Novenas)
Thursday, July 24 9:00am Mass 5:30-7:00pm RCIA, Room 5
Friday, July 25 9:00am Mass
Saturday, July 26 3:00-3:30pm Confessions, Church 4:00pm Mass
Sunday, July 27 8:30am Mass 10:30am Mass 11:00-12:30pm RCIA, Room 5 2:00-8:00pm VBS Set-Up
THANK YOU Thank you to everyone who submitted a survey last weekend regarding a change in Mass times to make room for our Faith Formation program. If you were not here last weekend, please fill out a survey and hand it to an usher. The surveys are on the table by each door and in the gathering area.
This collection will be next weekend, July 26/27
The results of the survey give us a better idea of how to schedule the Faith Formation classes for the coming school year. No decision has been made at this point, but we certainly appreciate the input. In addition to the comments submitted about the Mass times and the Faith Formation program, there were a number of comments about other areas of our parish. This bulletin and future bulletins will address some of those comments – keep an eye out!
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YOUTH MINISTRY – SUMMER FUN ACTIVITIES
PRAYER LIST
All teens are welcome! Bring a friend! JULY 20th: FUN, FAITH, & FOOD in the Parish Hall 5:30-7:30pm 12th - MOVIE NIGHT in the Parish Hall, 6:30-9:00pm
There was a comment on the surveys that asked where prayer lists can be found of parishioners who are in need of prayer due to health or other problems. We are so fortunate to have a Prayer Chain at Corpus Christi coordinated by Judy Mullins. This is a weekly email that contains prayer petitions for people within the parish and friends and relatives of parishioners.
15th - SERVICE: Serve meal at St. John's/St. Ann's - 8:45-2:30pm - sign up required
To receive this email and join in praying for the members of our community, please email Judy Mullins and ask that you be added to the list:
[email protected].
AUGUST 3rd & 17th: FUN, FAITH, & FOOD in the Parish Hall 5:30-7:30pm
To submit a name to be included on the list, you may email Judy, or go to the Corpus Christi website: www.corpuschristichurch.net/contact/prayer.
12th - GREAT ESCAPE - sign up required 19th - SERVICE: Serve meal at St. John's/St. Ann's - 8:45-2:30pm - sign up required Sign up with Karen Hedley:
[email protected]
ROMAN CATHOLIC INITIATION FOR ADULTS Life can be difficult at times…illness, suffering, poverty, disasters. While we may not have the solutions and answers to all of life’s mysteries, we believe that God is present with us in it all, comforting and supporting us. If you have come to Corpus Christi seeking some answers to life’s dilemmas, we can offer you an opportunity to explore the teachings of Jesus Christ and the Tradition of the Catholic Church, an opportunity to develop a relationship with God in Christ, an opportunity to become a part of a Christian community dedicated to being the “Body of Christ” in our home, community and world. The RCIA process introduces you to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and Church teachings based on Jesus’ message. If you would like an opportunity to explore the Gospel teachings of Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church, please contact: Justin Loviglio 867-7942, email
[email protected] or Karen Stockton, 3717359, or
[email protected].
PASTORAL CARE MINISTRY If you have family or know of any parishioners of Corpus Christi that are having surgery, are shut-ins, are in nearby nursing homes or are absent from church due to illness, please let us know! Our volunteers can provide a card, a visit, communion and share scripture. Please call Shirley & Rob Pilch at 877-8506 ext. 302 or email at
[email protected] Coming this Fall: October 2014: “Starting the Conversation” Critical decisions in Healthcare and End of Life Issues. In October 2014 Corpus Christi Pastoral Care (in conjunction with St. Mary’s Crescent and St. Edward the Confessor) will be offering a free series of classes called “Starting the Conversation”: Critical decisions in Healthcare and End of Life Issues. The focus of these classes will be on making well-informed decisions when we encounter serious health issues or as we grow older. The classes will cover: - Critical Medical Decisions/Advanced Directives - Legal Issues - Understanding Hospice Care - Wake and funeral planning and Cemetery Issues
OPEN STAFF POSITIONS In our efforts to rejuvenate our Faith Formation and Youth Ministry programs, Corpus Christi is seeking a Faith Formation Coordinator and a Youth Ministry Coordinator. These are both full time positions. Please contact the office for a job description: 877-8506,
[email protected]
GOING ON VACATION? Are you traveling away from the area on vacation? Be sure to check www.masstimes.org on the weekend. This website shows churches in your area and includes Mass time information. School may take a break for the summer, but church doesn’t.
A CALL FOR HELP!
Vacation Bible School is quickly approaching and we’re looking for some supplies for camp this year. We will gladly accept donations of the items in the list below to make our camp a success this summer! Please drop them off at the office during the week, or leave them with Matt at the piano after Mass. Sand bags Card stock Beach-theme decorations
Boxes of tissues First aid supplies
Thank you for your generosity!
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JULY 20, 2014
FAITH FORMATION
LOST & FOUND
We are going through a period of transition with our Faith Formation programs. We will be getting a schedule of dates out to families as soon as possible. Please make sure you have registered and we have an accurate email address: www.corpuschristichurch.net/faithformation/register
A Lost & Found area has been set up across from the restrooms in the Parish Hall. This hallway is open during the weekend Mass times and during regular office hours. Please check there for missing coats, books, umbrellas, etc. will be stored in the box. Clothing items will be donated after 30 days. Valuable items such as car keys, jewelry, and glasses will be kept in the front office. Stop by during the day or call the office to claim these items. 877-8506.
CRAFT FAIR COMING SOON! SAVE THE DATE! The annual Corpus Christi Craft Fair will be held this year on Sat. Nov. 1st and Sun. Nov. 2nd. As always we will have vendors, the Church Mice crafts, a homemade soup lunch, bake sale and raffle. Many of our parish have been working all year preparing crafts to be sold at the fair or for the raffle. These items need to be completed by Oct. 15th and given to either Judy Ewing - 289-5559 or Diane Marco - 899-4874. There will be more news during an announcement in Sept. Even if you aren’t “crafty”, there is a “job” for everyone - we will need lots of help to make this years craft fair as successful as those in the past! Questions? - call Judy or Diane “SON OF GOD” MOVIE All are invited to watch the “Son of God” movie that was recently released on DVD. The Young Adult Ministry will be sponsoring this event after the Choose Christ Youth Mass this Sunday, July 20. The movie will start at 7pm and popcorn will be provided! Rated PG-13 for intense and bloody depiction of The Crucifixion, and for some sequences of violence
YOUTH! Do you need service hours? We are looking for some volunteers to help with outdoor and indoor projects. Contact the church to set up a time: 877-8506.
PRAYER SHAWL KNITTING GROUP We are looking to begin a Prayer Shawl knitting group. If anyone has or would like to donate some yarn, that would be much appreciated. The shawls will be distributed to the sick of the parish and those in nursing homes. A parishioner of the parish said she was so comforted from one when she was sick and recuperating. Thank you for your participation. Please call Jackie: 877-8506 x374
JULY 20, 2014
ANNOUNCEMENTS
16TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
SAVE THE DATE: LYRA
Last year we were very fortunate to have the Russian vocal ensemble “LYRA” perform for us as part of their North American tour. We are thrilled that they will be returning again this fall!
Tuesday, September 30 7:00pm Don’t miss this fantastic evening of music!
From the left to the right: Sergey Tupitsyn – tenor Anna Makarenko – soprano Olga Turkina – mezzo-soprano Alexander Kudriashov – bass-baritone CATHOLIC HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE The Immaculate Heart of Mary New York Homeschool and Parent Conference will be held at Mercy College, 555 Broadway, in Dobbs Ferry, on Friday, August 1 (2pm-8pm) and on Saturday, August 2 (9:30am-3:30pm).
DOMINICAN RETREAT & CONFERENCE CENTER The following are programs being offered at the Dominican Retreat & Conference Center in August, which may be of interest. Reservations are required for most programs. Contact the Center for further information: 1945 Union Street, Niskayuna NY (518) 393-4169,
[email protected] www.dslcny.org August 3, 1:30-4:30pm: 12 Step Presentation for Men & Women “Slogans of Serenity.” Presenter: Brother Peter Furlong, FSC. $20. August 5, 9:45am-3pm: Marian Day of Reflection for Men & Women “Images of Mary from Art and Scripture.” Presenter: Fr. James Evert. $30. August 7, 7pm: First Vespers for the Feast of St. Dominic. All are welcome! August 8-9, 2014: Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Workshop for Men & Women. Guest Director: Sr. Ethel Detz, OP. $80. August 10 2-4:30pm: “Friends of Peace.” Be with us for Sundaes on Sunday! An opportunity for girls age 12 and up to join with the Dominican Sisters of Peace as Friends of Peace. Share prayer, learn new things, be of service, and make new friends! Contact Sr. Sue Zemgulis, OP at 393-4169 or Sr. Carol Davis, OP, at 393-5517
Confirmed speakers include Fr. Luke Sweeney, Mars. Mary Ellen Barrett, Mr. Philip Gray, Mrs. Amy Kalscheur, and Mrs. Susie Lloyd! Admission is free and pre-registration is not required. For more information, please visit www.ihmconference.org or call (540) 636-1946.
CATHOLICS ON CALL IN ALBANY Young adults age 18-30 are invited to participate in the Catholics on Call in Albany on October 10-12, 2014 at the Carondelet Hospitality Center in Latham. This weekend is a nopressure experience that provides you with a better understanding of vocation, prayer, and discernment while offering skills that will support you as you make decisions for your future. For more information, call Sister Rosemary at (518) 674-3818 or email us a
[email protected]. Visit www.catholicsoncallinalbany.org for an application form to register and for more information. The entire Catholics on Call program originates from Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. Early applications are appreciated because space is limited.
CATHOLIC HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE