Rev. James Seymour Pastor

Email: jseymour@rcdony.org

Deacon Ronald J. Pominville Permanent Deacon

Email: rjpominville@yahoo.com

Deacon Kenneth Seymour Permanent Deacon, Emeritus

Email: seymourka@gmail.com

Deacon Ron Gingerich Permanent Deacon

Youth Minister Email: togingerich@gmail.com

Deacon Thomas Yousey

Permanent Deacon Email: dcntm@mail.com

Deb Mullin

Faith Formation Coordinator Email: dmullin75@yahoo.com

Parish Office 5457 Shady Avenue Lowville, NY 13367

www.spsmshcatholic.org Liz’s Email: stpeters@centralny.twcbc.com Jenny’s Email: jen@centralny.twcbc.com Office Hours: Monday 9 AM - 12 Noon

Tuesday-Friday 9 AM - 12 Noon, 1-5 PM Radio Mass: WLLG-99.3 FM Sunday at 11 AM

Office telephone 315-376-6662

Office fax 315-376-6663

Faith Formation 315-376-6662

St. Peter’s Parish Hall 315-376-6662

Sacrament of Baptism

Infants: parents should contact the parish office before or soon after birth. Older children/adults: inquire about the RCIC or RCIA.

Sacrament of Penance

Every Saturday from 3:00-3:30 PM at St. Peter’s ~ after Mass at St. Mary’s ~ before & after Mass at St. H e d w i g ' s ~ A n y t i m e b y appointment.

Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick

Contact the parish office in advance of surgery or as soon as possible when serious illness has set in.

Sacrament of Marriage

Contact the parish office at least six months before the proposed wedding date in order to begin preparations.

Twenty-third Sunday in ordinary time

September 8, 2019

Sanctuary Lamp

St. Peter’s Church ~ In Memory of Muriel Meiss by Gloria Dosztan

St. Hedwig’s Church ~ In Memory of Hunziker & Wojnowski Families by Lydia & Rod Wojnowski

St. Mary’s Church ~ In Memory of Bush & Boucher Families

Saint Peter’s Church Lowville, New York

Saint Mary’s Church Glenfield, New York

Saint Thomas’ Oratory

Greig, New York

Saint Hedwig’s Church Houseville, New York

Celebrating the Eucharist

Monday, September 9 Daily Scriptures

11:00 AM (LCNH) _________________________________________________________________________-

Tuesday, September 10 Daily Scriptures

12 Noon (SM) _________________________________________________________________________

Wednesday, September 11 Daily Scriptures

5:30 PM (SP) _________________________________________________________________________

Thursday, September 12 Daily Scriptures

12:00 Noon (SP) _________________________________________________________________________

Friday, September 13 Daily Scriptures

12:00 Noon (SP) _________________________________________________________________________

Saturday, September 14 Daily Scriptures

4:00 PM (SP)

5:30 PM (SM) _________________________________________________________________________

Sunday, September 15 Daily Scriptures

9:00 AM (SP) 11:00 AM (SH)

USA: Saint Peter Claver Col 1:24-2:3/Lk 6:6-11

Nursing Home Mass ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Weekday Col 2:6-15/Lk 6:12-19

Liturgy of the Word & Communion Service ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Weekday Col 3:1-11/Lk 6:20-26

Maynard McGrath (36th ann.) by Family ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Weekday Col 3:12-17/Lk 6:27-38

Mary O’Connor (10th ann.) by Jerry ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Saint John Chrysostom 1 Tm 1:1-2, 12-14/Lk 6:39-42

Paul E. Getman by Claire Henderson ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Vigil: Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Nm 21:4b-9/Phil 2:6-11/Jn 3:13-17

Martha Smithling, Frank & Mary Giruzzi, Ron, Antoniette & Anthony Basile by Joseph & Mary Giruzzi

Barb Buckingham by John & Maryann Nagy ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Ex 32:7-11, 13-14/1 Tm 1:12-17/Lk 15:1-32 or 15:1-10

Wayne Davis by Betty For the People

Parish Happenings

Parish Book Club

Conversation about the book LIT… will be Wednesday, Sept. 11, in the Parish Office conference room, following 5:30 mass (6:30 PM). Questions? Contact: Fausta Poste readyplay@me.com / 315-744-2286 or Deacon Tom dcntm@mail.com / 315-771-9889.

St. Therese’s Guild

The monthly Meeting of St. Therese’s Guild will be on Thursday, September 12 at 6:30pm. To make reservations please call Bonnie Dening (376-3365) or Lorrie Nuffer (376-3827). Interested in learning more about St. Therese’s Guild, please call Bonnie or Lorrie.

St. Hedwig's News

SAVE-THE-DATE Sunday, October 13, for St. Hedwig's Polish Fest immediately following the celebration of the 11:00 a.m. Mass. The festivities include the serving of a Tasty Polish Platter, Theme Basket Raffles, 50/50 Raffle, Ice Cream Sundaes, Baked Goods and Polish Hot Dogs. Donations of Theme Baskets, Pies and Mone-tary Donations and Workers are needed. Contact 348-6260 or 348-8735

Bus Trip

St. Paul's Church, 1807 Bedford St., Rome NY 13440, is sponsoring a bus trip to the Divine Mercy Shrine in Stockbridge, MA, on Tuesday, October 1. The cost is $ 64 made payable to the church by September 16. The price includes transportation and morning coffee and pastry. Bring your own lunch and drink. Dinner at the Cracker Barrel is not included in the price. The bus leaves the church parking lot at 7:45 a.m. sharp, and returns by 9 p.m. Contact Jean Burgdorf at 315-336-2376.

Thank you

The Family of Muriel Meiss wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation to St. Therese’s Guild and the members of our church community who graciously donated food and their time for the funeral dinner of our mother

2019 Bishop’s Fund Appeal

In the coming week, you will receive a letter and brochure from Bishop LaValley asking you to join him in supporting the 2019 Bish-op’s Fund Appeal. Please remember that this year’s Bishop’s Fund Appeal is separate from the Capital Campaign. Next weekend we will have “Commitment Weekend” for the Appeal in our parish. Please remember - every gift makes a difference – every gift counts. Any gifts received after the Appeal reaches its goal will be used to further supplement the Bishop’s Good Samaritan Fund which assists families in need in our community and throughout the Diocese. You are invited to bring your gift next weekend for Commitment Week-end and place it in the collection basket or return it to Bishop La-Valley in the envelope provided. Online giving is also available at www.rcdony.org/bishop-s-fund-appeal -- click on the “Donate Now”

tab (found in the tool bar on the left). Thank you, once again, for your generosity and support.

Ministry Schedule

The Ministry Schedule for September 7 - October 27, 2019 is out. Please note the times you are scheduled, and arrange for a sub if you are not able to serve the date scheduled. Thank you.

Diocese of Ogdensburg Most Reverend Terry R. LaValley 604 Washington St. · PO Box 369 · Ogdensburg, NY 13669 (315) 393-2920 · Fax (866) 393-7642 · www.rcdony.org

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ:

The Church of Ogdensburg is Alive in Christ! As I travel from parish to parish across our diocese, my heart is filled with much hope, inspiration and gratitude as I meet so many faith-filled parishioners who are Alive in Christ. There is an ever-present feeling of zealous joy and spiritual-ity among our youth, families and adults. God is at work among us! For instance,

This year, 13 seminarians are studying and discerning

the priesthood, 14 men are studying to become dea-cons and 64 adults have recently been commis-sioned lay ministers and will serve our sisters and brothers in Christ in our North Country parishes.

Several families and hundreds of teens have participated in programs at Camp Guggenheim, our beautiful summer camp which offers weekend and week-long retreats to families and teens who work hard to keep God at the center of their lives.

Hundreds of families and individuals have been directly impacted by your prayers and the grants provided by the Bishop’s Good Samaritan Fund which eases such burdens as job loss, home heating costs, pre-scription medications and expenses involved in car-ing for a sick child.

We are Alive in Christ! You make this possible be-

cause of your generous support of the Bishop’s Fund Ap-peal and its programs and ministries. In this year’s Appeal, it is our hope to raise $1,300,000 for the vital ministries and programs of our Diocese. Any funds raised over our goal will further supplement the Bishop’s Good Samaritan Fund so that we may continue to provide emergency grants to those among us who are hurting.

I am truly grateful for the support that has been given to

the Bishop’s Fund Appeal in past years as well as to the recent Capital Campaign. As we resume our Annual Bish-op’s Fund Appeal, I invite you to continue to be Alive in Christ and support the 2019 Bishop’s Fund Appeal through your prayers, encouragement and financial assistance.

Wishing God’s blessings to you and your loved ones,

I am Gratefully yours in Christ,

Most Reverend Terry R. LaValley

Bishop of Ogdensburg

Lector Eucharistic Minister Greeter Altar Server Nursing Home

Saturday, 4:00 PM

Daniel Pisaniello Joan Rectra

Liz Allen Mary Lou Peters Deacon Ron Gingerich

Douglas Domagala Deborah Domagala

Cole Brooker Kali Foster Charlee Pike Kurt VerSchneider

Saturday, 5:30 PM

Charlotte Hunziker Deacon Ron Gingerich Cindy Obernesser

Amy Petersen Isabella Meyer Madison Rhubart

Sunday, 9:00 AM

Sherry Beyer Ruth Laribee

Deacon Ron Gingerich Mary Rhubart Robert Uttendorfsky

Jannet Seelman Delores Tuttle

Stephanie Beyer Michael Fayle Anthony LaPuma Rachel O'Brien Haily Walters

Sunday, 11:00 AM

Tom Gillette Deacon Ron Gingerich Barbara Varre

Wendy Carlson Sally Brennan Donna Lehman

Ministers Serving at Mass for Next Weekend, September 14& 15

Youth News

Bonfire

Annual Youth Group Bonfire at Laribee’s farm will be Saturday, September 14, 2019, from 6-9 pm. Hot dogs and snacks. Middle school and high school students are invited. Permission slips available at the event or see one of the youth group leaders.

Middle School Youth Group

MSYG will meet on Wednesday, September 11 at 5:30 PM at St. Peter’s Church hall. MSYG is open to young people in grades 6-8. All are welcome.

FUN, FAITH AND ECOLOGY:

Leadership Retreats for youth ages 12 to 17

This year the Youth Department has put together 2 wonderfully unique opportunities for young people aged, 12 to 17 to learn, have fun and become empowered to be “Shepard’s of the Earth.” Each location will offer a different opportunity for young people to engage nature, each other and their faith. The emphasis of each retreat is “learning through interactive fun”. That means, they will have a great time learning about their gifts and strengths and how they can use them to lead others in caring for our precious home, Earth. Youth are encouraged to attend one of the following retreat days: September 14th-The Wild Center, Tupper Lake September 28th-Ausable Chasm For schedule and registration please visit: www.rcdony.org/youth/leadership or Contact Deacon Ron Gingerich at 315-376-6662.

Sisters of St. Joseph Lay Associate Program

The Sisters of St. Joseph invite you to a meeting on Sun-day, September 22, 2019 from 1:30 to 4:00 at their Mother-house, 1425 Washington Street, Watertown if you are in-terested in learning about our Lay Associate Program. As-sociates meet once a month to learn about the spirituality and history of the Sisters, pray together, and discuss ways to deepen one’s spiritual life. This group is open to men and women. If you are interested, please call Sr. Kathleen, Sr. Norma, or Sr. Mary William at 782-3460.

The 177 Project: An Evening of Adoration and Music

St. Mary's Church, Canton September 17th, 7-9pm

Come join us as we adore Jesus in the Blessed Sacra-ment with worship music provided by Catholic musician, Lee Roessler. This event is free and open to all. Contact Amanda at 315-386-2543 or conklina@canton.edu for more information. For additional information visit www.the177project.com

2019-2021 Formation for Ministry Program Is the Spirit Calling You to Lay Ministry?

Have you been wondering if God is calling you to a deeper relationship with Him and with His Body, the Church. We need strong lay leaders in our church and that means learn-ing more about the faith which we profess. The Formation for Ministry program will begin in September with courses in scripture, history, morals and more. This year the courses will be on-line through the Boston College Crossroads program which will allow you to take the courses from the comfort and convenience of your home. We are looking for committed Catholics who want better understand their faith and better serve the Lord. Interested? The parish will cover expenses. For more information speak to Father Jay or contact Cathy Russell at crussell@rcdony.org

Women of Grace There is a sign-up sheet and information folders, to take, in the back of church for those that are interested in “Women of Grace.” If you have any questions, please call Diane Damon-Cole 315-778-6629 or Liz Allen 315-376-2420.

Military Prayer List Yolanda Wright, Major Danny Thebeau, Naamon Wright, Zach Zapo-toski, Joshua C.W. Smith, Major Gary Dales, 2nd Lt. Andrew Patterson, Maj. Trevor J. Laribee, Neal Heaton, CSM Oldroyd, Ryan Dunn, Maj. Krista (Hubschmitt)King, Maj Adam King, Eric Lautenshlager, WO1 Josh Bastin, Benjamin Stanton,. Capt. Mike McCanney, 1st Lt Sarah G. Barrett., Tech Sgt Nicholas Stanton, 2nd Lt Nicholas Carrara, SFC Blake Wilson, Capt. Amy Lewicki, Maj. John Sullivan, Maj. John Ontki, Mi-chael Ozkan, SSgt. Eric Yancey, Warrant Officer 3 John Michael Griger, Major Jason Spencer, SSgt Class Alex Sweredoski, Tyler Kenealy, USMC Ian Broome, LT Orion Kelly, Maj Kelly Boian, Adam Huizar,Lt.(JG) David J. Monnat, Chief Aviation Electricians Mate Heather D. Mains, Corporal Scott Hamblin, Kevin Beltowski, SFC Christopher Coxinha, Christopher Shackelford., Spec Stephen Larche, PFC Christopher Hen-ning. Aaron Bibbins.

Remember in Prayer

We pray for loved ones who are ill: Broden Ashley, Linda Aubertine, Audrey Burbank, Louis C. Bush, Mike Call, Megan Cartier, Ned Cole, Jennifer Earl, Thomas Hanno, Justin Knapp, Ainsley Knipp, Paul Kowalchyk, Cathy Kozloski, Ellyn Losada, Becka Loucks, Dawn Manzur, Sally Matuszczak, Mary McQuillian, Nan-cy Mellnitz, Maurice Murphy, Herb Nortz, Charlotte Josephine Pappas, Timothy Pomerville, Patricia Pomerville, Mary Jane Raymond, Rose-mary Roggie, Dan Taylor, John Terrillion, Ronald Walter, Lucy Wawrzyniak, Corinne Yousey, and Michael Young. All those who are ill at home, in the hospital or in the nursing home.

Stewardship

Church Regular Collection August 18,2019

Collection August 19, 2018

Weekly Needs

St. Hedwig’s $1,226.00 $1,150.00 $1,163.46

St. Mary’s $858.00 $873.00 $930.77

St. Peter’s $5,988.48 $5,622.00 $6,769.23

Monday September 9

Proclaimers of the Word ~ St. Peter’s Church 2:00 PM

Wednesday September 11

MS Youth Group ~ St. Peter’s Church Hall 5:30 PM

Book Club ~ Parish Office Conference Room 6:30 PM

Thursday September 12

St. Therese’s Guild 6:30 PM

Saturday September 14

Youth Group Bonfire ~ Laribee’s Farm 6 - 9:00 PM

Sunday September 15

Catechetical Sunday ~ 9:00 AM Mass 2nd Year Confirmation classes Start ~

St. Peter’s Church Hall 5:30-7:30 PM

The new School year has begun, and Faith For-mation Classes will begin soon. Please remember our Youth in your Prayers.

Sunday, September 15 - Catechetical Sunday. All catechists will be recognized at the 9:00 AM Mass.

Sunday, September 15 - 2nd Year Confirmation classes begin. Class time will be 5:30 - 7:30 PM the First and Third Sundays of the Month. A Parent or guardian is required to accompany their child the First class September 15th at 5:30 pm for a short meeting.

Sunday, September 22 - Faith Formation classes will begin for Kindergarten - First Year Confirmation following the 9:00am Mass. Parents are asked to bring their child down stairs to meet their catechist. We are excited as we prepare to begin a new year of Faith Formation. Please return your Faith Formation registration forms for 2019-2020, if you have not done so yet.

*** Looking Ahead ***

Liturgy of the Word with Children

Begins Sunday, October 6 during the 9:00 Mass at St. Peter’s. This is open to grades Kindergarten through Third Grade. We have several adult and Confirmed teens who assist in this Ministry. If you think you might be interested in assisting with Children’s Liturgy, please see Deb after Mass or call the office 315-376-6662.

~Deb

A Father’s blessing gives his family strong roots. Sirach 3:9

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Trip to

Auriesville Shrines

Tuesday, October 1,2019

We will be leaving from St. Peter’s Church Parking at 7:30 am returning by 5 –5:30 pm. If you are interested, please call the office (376-6662).

Stewardship

Church Regular Collection September 1,2019

Collection September 2,2018

Weekly Needs

St. Hedwig’s $1152.00 $1,420.0 $1,163.46

St. Mary’s $1493.00 $1,597.00 $930.77

St. Peter’s $7099.60 $6,842.50 $6,769.23

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