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Bulletin for the week of August 31, 2008

 

Then Jesus said to his disciples, "Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me. For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it. What profit would there be for one to gain the whole world and forfeit his life? Or what can one give in exchange for his life?"

- Mt 16:24-26

 

22^ND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

During the housing boom a couple of years ago, the airwaves were filled with commercials by mortgage lenders telling us that buying a house was the most important investment we could ever make in our lives. Unfortunately, some people lost everything in trying to buy more than they could afford when their payments increased down the road. Was this an investment, or merely a gamble?

                “Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.” This is not as daunting a request as it sounds on the surface. Jesus is asking us to understand that while we are given many gifts during this earthly life such as wealth and property, we must always remind ourselves that it could all disappear in an instant. With faith, we are willing to accept whatever happens to us.

The Catechism of the Catholic Church reminds us that although we may suffer some sacrifices in our lives, we need only to remember the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ. As he took up his cross, we are joined to him in taking up ours (CCC 618). He accepted his coming sacrifice; are we willing today to accept whatever sacrifices may be asked of us? Today in prayer, offer first your thanks for all that you have been given, and then offer it all back freely if it is asked of you.

Liturgical Publications 2008

 

RETREAT/RENEWAL DAY

Retreat/Renewal Day with Fr. Marty Fisher, former pastor of Corpus Christi parish, Saturday, September 20, from 9 AM-3:30 PM in St. Edward’s Social Hall, 569 Clifton Park Center Road. Pre-registration is required. $20 includes a light lunch. Mail check to DSC, PO Box 1018, Clifton Park, NY 12065. For more info, call 371-7911 or 237-7391.

 

A FAMILY PERSPECTIVE

Relationships live in a careful balance. If a person changes, the balance is altered requiring a shift in the relationship. In today’s gospel Jesus announced a change and Peter resisted. Jesus told Peter: “You are an obstacle to me.” Sometimes, those we count on for support may actually be an obstacle.

 

NORTH COUNTRY RETREAT

The 8^th annual North Country Retreat for challenged adults will be held on Saturday, October 4^th at St. Therese’s Chapel, Gansevoort, NY. The retreat begins at 12 noon and concludes with a weekend liturgy at 4:00 PM. For additional information/registration call Kathleen Empie at 584-6122, ext. 13 or email at kempie@stclementschurch.com.

 

SATURDAY, AUGUST 30^TH: 4:00 (1) Kathleen Higgins (2) Danny VanDetta

SUNDAY, AUGUST 31^ST: 8:00 (1) John Patterson (2) Michael Rinaldi  10:00 (1) William Higgins & Kathleen Higgins (2) Robert P. Curtis

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1^ST: 7:00 PM Mass at St. Peter’s

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2^ND: 9:00 (1) Mazie DeCrescenzo

(2) Dominick Fabio

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3^RD: 9:00 St. Peter’s Intention

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4^TH: 9:00 (1) Anna Bersaw

(2) Tom & Alice Malone

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5^TH: 9:00 (1) Mr. & Mrs. Francis King

(2) Angeline & Anthony Fuschino

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6^TH: 4:00 (1) Timothy Sullivan

(2) Ralph & Betty Simard

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7^TH: 8:00 (1) Louis Delano

(2) Daniel, Marie & Rosemarie Pickett  10:00 (1) Frank ‘Bud’ Crouse  (2) Michael Rinaldi

 

The Bread and Wine this Weekend is in Memory of Frank Waldron, Jr.

 

The Vigil Light this Weekend is in Memory of Angeline & James Raucci

 

SACRIFICIAL GIVING REPORT

August 23, 24, 2008

                Envelopes……………………………………..$6,990.00

                Loose………………………………………… $924.00

                Total…………………………………………..$7,914.00

                (Last Year…………………………………….$7,052.00

                Home Missions……………………………….$435.00

                Revised Collection for Assumption…………..$1,615.00

 

ENDOWMENT FUND

IN MEMORY OF: Anthony DiNata-$10. Peter Valdeon-$5., Dominick Fabio-$185., Gilbert DeLucia-$5., Joseph Laurenzo-$595.,In Honor of Donation $15., Gift to Parish-$25.

 

Anniversary of Death Book

             September 1^st        -               Mazie DeCrescenzo

             September 3^rd       -               Anna Verdicchio

             September 5^th       -               Frank DeStefano

             September 5^th       -               Jennie Peluso

 

THE PARISH OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1^ST IN OBSERVANCE OF THE LABOR DAY HOLIDAY. HAVE A SAFE WEEKEND!

 

Faith Formation Classes begin Sunday, September 14, 2008 for Grades 6-10 from 9:00 – 10:00 AM, Monday, September 15, 2008 for Grades K-5 from 6:00 – 7:00 PM and Wednesday for Grades K, 1, 3, 4, and 5 from 6:00 – 7:00 PM. If you haven’t registered your child yet, please do so. The Faith Formation Office is opened Monday-Friday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

 

WHAT DOES BEING A CATHOLIC MEAN?

By Msgr. Joseph Champlin

Being Catholic guides us to guidance-empowered freedom. We humans are quite curious by nature. We, on one level, resent any restrictions on our freedom, but on a deeper plane, want definite rules or regulations for our lives. We jealously guard our choices; yet yearn for stronger guidance to keep us from making bad decisions and misusing our liberty.

                An all-powerful, all-knowing, all-loving God allows us freely to use (or abuse) our world. Although many factors such as family background, cultural surroundings or current circumstances may diminish the degree of our freedom and consequently our responsibility for certain actions, we nevertheless remain free to decide for good or for evil. Catholics have two guides to follow: our conscience and our Church. The Church offers the great commandments (love of god and neighbor) plus the Ten Commandments, teachings of Christ, centuries of tradition and nature’s laws.

                These moral standards may seem to be inhibiting and restrictive. But quite to the contrary, they actually release or liberate us. These norms both make us free and lead us to the deep happiness, which comes from following God’s plan. Jesus said: “You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

 

DOMINICAN RETREAT & CONFERENCE CENTER

A Presentation on “The Healing Power of Dreaming” with Guest Director, Sr. Carol Davis, OP, MA, and CASAC will be held at the Center September 6, 2008 10 AM to 4 PM. During this day you will learn and practice ways to explore your dream. You will make a plan to honor their guidance. There will be opportunity to grow a fresh healing dream and to do healing work in a supportive circle of explorers. Bring your imagination, your sense of adventure and your desire to heal. Fee of $40.00 includes lunch. For more info/ reservations call 393-4169.

 

FEAST OF SAN GENNARO

The Feast Committee is planning a Bus Trip on Sunday, September 14th to the Feast of San Gennaro in New York City. This Feast is New York City’s oldest, biggest and most famous street festival. Price of this trip is $40.00. Indoor & outdoor dining at 35 of Little Italy’s most famous Italian restaurants. More than 300 licensed vendors selling international foods, official Feast of San Gennaro, New York City & Little Italy souvenirs. Bus leaves McDonald’s Plaza @ 7:00 AM; Bus leaves NYC @ 7:00 PM. For details call 664-7791 or 664-8499. Deadline September 1^st.

 

 

VOCATIONS OFFICE

The Priesthood Discernment Group – College-age men and older meet monthly at St. Isaac Jogues House of Discernment for Mass, dinner and good discussion. The meetings are attended by men who want to learn more about Priesthood as a possible life option without any “hard-sell” or pressure. Seminarians also join us for the evenings to offer their perspective as well. If you are between the ages of 18-52, and the possibility of Priesthood has crossed your mind in the past, contact Fr. Walsh at jjwalshie@aol.com or call 312-9397.

 

FR. BONDI GOLF TOURNAMENT

On Monday, September 15, 2008 the Annual Fr. Bondi golf tournament to benefit programs at Saratoga Central Catholic High School will be held at McGregor Links Country Club. Registration and lunch will be held at 11:00 AM. Tee-Off at 1:00 PM. The format is a scramble. Individual golfer fee of $150.00 includes lunch, golf, golf carts and dinner. Other golf sponsorships and packages available. For more information please contact Jean Taylor, Director of Development at 587-7070 ext. 108, or visit our website at www.saratogacentralcatholic.org.

 

PADRE PIO CELEBRATION

Padre Pio Celebration in honor of the 40^th anniversary of St. Pio’s death. Guest homilist Fr. Alfred Lamanna, Spiritual Director, Padre Pio Center of Central NY. Eucharist with Veneration of Padre Pio’s relics beginning at Noon on September 21, followed by a health education and screenings, homemade pasta dinner, Padre Pio gift items and more. Church of St. John the Evangelist, Herrick and Lawrence Streets (across from Amtrak Rail Station), Rensselaer. Dinner reservations required: 465-0482 or 463-4401, ext. 21. Sponsored by The Parish of St. John the Evangelist and St. Joseph in Rensselaer, Roma Intangibile #215 – Order Sons of Italy (Albany) and St. Anthony Society of the Capital District.

 

FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP

A Public Forum with Most Reverend Howard J. Hubbard, DD on “Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship” and Ms Kathleen M. Gallagher, Catholic Advocacy Network Director and Director of Pro-life Activities, NYS Catholic Conference on Advocacy and Critical Issues for the 2008 Elections, and Deacon Frank Thomas, MD, Member of the Diocesan Ethics Committee will be held on Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at St. Edward the Confessor Church, Clifton Park. This program will be of interest to voters and high school students preparing to become voters. For further information call 453-6600.

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