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16 Back pew NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC The Diocese of Ogdensburg Volume 66, Number 20 SEPT. 14, 2011 INSIDE YOUNG CATHOLIC VOICE THIS ISSUE Archbishop NONORTHRTH C COUOUNTRYNTRY Chaput is Thank you, Diocese installed l PAGE 10 College: a time to make faith one’s of Ogdensburg! own l PAGE 11 CATHOLIC By Tracy Leonard SEPT. 14, 2011 Parishioner, St. Mary’s, Evans Mills I’m writing this on Sept. 2, Crying out to God... just a little over a week since I returned from BISHOP’S Madrid, Spain where I joined VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Crying out to Continuing a series of au- save me, doesn't know me, lievers are never abandoned millions of other young God when one is in the grips dience talks about prayer, there's no possibility (of and "enemies are not unbeat- Catholics for World Youth of pain or fear is a sign of Pope Benedict told those being rescued). The tempta- able like he thought because FUND Day 2011. faith in God, Pope Benedict gathered for the audience tion against faith is the ulti- the Lord hears the cry of the Commitment I write first and foremost, XVI said. that when they are really mate aggression of the oppressed and responds," to thank those who con- A central tenet of faith is hurting or afraid, they can enemy. And we must resist it. the pope said. "Man cries in Weekend: tributed financial and/or believing that the loving God use Psalm 3 to express both In this way we will find God anguish, in danger, in pain; prayerful support in order is always close to his crea- their suffering and their trust and find life." man cries for help and God Sept. 17-18 that participation and atten- tures and ready to reach out in God. The psalm, attributed to responds," he said. "To cry dance at World Youth Day and save them, the pope said Like the psalmist, he said, King David when he was flee- out means to have faith in became a reality for me and Sept. 7 during his weekly "we, too, are tempted to ing the army of his rebellious God's closeness and willing- the 24 other young adults general audience. think perhaps God won't son, demonstrates that be- ness to listen." who joined me on this holy pilgrimage. Thank you also to Father Celebrations Bryan Stitt for his time Tracy Leonard of Watertown, third from left, is shown with fellow North Country pil- CELEBRATING 90 YEARS ... AND 100! spent organizing and grims to World Youth Day in Spain. In this reflection, she expresses her gratitude to the with two preparing every detail of people of Ogdensburg for their prayerful and financial of the pilgrims. From left are this trip. Alexa Cosgro, Plattsburgh; Rachel Daly, Peru; Tracy and Deacon Tom Higman, Carthage. It is the kindness and gen- rel. orders erosity of so many in the countries, not one person Christ, and who want fel- Bishop LaValley presided at Diocese of Ogdensburg that was exactly like another, yet lowship on their journey.” two celebrations in the dio- make life changing experi- we came to know and This journey was and con- cese in recent Weeks honor- ences such as this happen. deepen our relationship tinues to be remarkable! ing significant anniversaries I cannot thank you with God as one. As I conclude, I would like of religious orders. Among the many essential ministries enough for helping fulfill Collectively, we presented to reassure you that unlike He Was in Malone Aug. 8 to supported by the annual Bishop’ Fund my desire to participate and ourselves before Him, even many may think - the young honor the Maryknoll mission truly experience the univer- in 100 degree temperatures! people of today are thirsty Appeal is the Formation for Ministry Pro- congregation Which is ob- sal church. Just as the body has many for the truth and life of the gram. Heidi Macko, program coordinator, serving 100 years and Malone As I continue to write, it members, yet is one, so too, Catholic Church. We are reports that “since its inception, Forma- native Brother Wayne Fitz- frustrates me that I am un- we the church, consisted of ready and willing to stand patrick, observing 30 years tion For Ministry has offered classes in able to fully explain what and were made up of many up to the challenges and as a Maryknoller. theology, developed workshops to ad- we experienced in Spain and particular churches (dioce- temptations of this time On Sept. 3, Bishop LaValley dress specific areas of ministry, and pro- it saddens me to think that ses). Our faith, as apostles with strength and determi- traveled to Watertown to join vided opportunities for spiritual growth many of those whom I love (under the leadership of the nation. the Missionaries of the Sa- and care about were unable Pope), was alive and flour- Just as Jeremiah (a youth) necessary for the commissioning of over cred Heart as they honored to share this incredible joy ishing! was called upon by God dur- 900 people throughout the diocese.There their local jubilarians, two with me. We were growing in love ing Israel’s tough times, we, is no doubt that we are moving forward brothers observing 70 years Although not physically and charity, while becoming the young adults, are pray- to meet the needs of the Church of today and two priests, 50 years. present, please know that holy and whole as we bore ing for the graces to go and of the Church tomorrow…our fam- witness to the Gospel in our where we are sent, pro- you were united with us in ily, our church… thanks to the support of own lives. The words of the claiming the good news of FULL STORIES, PAGES 3 & 4 prayerful intentions. the Bishop’s Fund. “ This Weekend, parish- Secondly, I write to share Nicene Creed “I believe in Jesus Christ! PHOTO BY JOHN RYAN ioners across the diocese are asked to with you that the Catholic one, holy, catholic and apos- Again, thank you for sup- tolic church” never became porting my pilgrimage - a Pray for our AuSable Forks Knights of Columbus Council 2301 recently celebrated the 90th anniversary of its formation with a day of cele- make a commitment to the Bishop’s Fund Church is ALIVE and UNI- bration. Bishop Terry R. LaValley presided at the Anniversary Mass and State Advocate Michael Stephany presented a proclama- VERSAL! so real and clear! trip which allowed me the seminarians Appeal Which supports faith formation, Called from all nations, Pope Benedict XVI, Christ’s opportunity to experience tion on behalf of the New York State Knights of Columbus. The AuSable Council also took this occasion to honor longtime spiritual life, education and social con- through Baptism and be- Vicar, was the source of this the way of the cross like member Leonard Snow who will be 100 years of age Sept. 14. Mr. Snow has been a member of the AuSable Forks Council since cerns longing to the Body of unity which brought young never before! Nine young men begin a new 1945. Pictured, from left, are Bishop LaValley; Michael Fitzsimmons and Gilbert Patenaude, of Council 2301; honoree Leonard Christ, we were joined in people from all over the I pray that many others year of study at seminaries in Snow; James Smith, State Logistics Chairman, and Father Kris Lauzon, chaplain of Council 2301. FULL STORY, PAGE 6 Spain to celebrate the mys- world- as Pope Benedict will also have the opportu- teries of our faith. noted, “young people who nity to share the World Ohio and Pennsylvania In the midst of millions of want to believe, who are Youth Day experience in Rio FULL STORY, PAGE 13 YOUNG CATHOLIC VOICE: WYD pilgrim offers thanks to the diocese... p. 16 people, from a variety of seeking God, who love de Janeiro in 2013! 2 Diocesan Life NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC news 15 SEPT. 14, 2011 SEPT. 14, 2011 NORTH COUNTRY LETTER FROM THE EDITOR CHURCH: A FAMILY OF FAITH The Society For OBITUARIES CATHOLIC Sr. Jean Marie Langevin, OSB Brasher Falls –Leora M. (Blair) Oakes, 70; Church; burial in Wildwood Cemetery. Box 326 If it’s September... God’s Great Generosity The Propagation Of The Faith ST. MARY’S, PENN. -- A Mass of Funeral Sept. 10, 2011 at St. Patrick’s Ogdensburg, N.Y. 13669 25th Sunday of Ordinary Time - Sept. 17-18 Sr. Mary Ellen Brett, SSJ, Director Christian Burial for Benedic- Church; burial in parish cemetery. Malone – Noelia H. (Hurteau) Carter, 71; USPS 0039-3400 September weekends are invari- On Sunday afternoon, the atten- 622 Washington St., Ogdensburg, NY 13669 tine Sister Jean Marie Funeral Services Sept. 3, 2011 at St. BISHOP TERRY ably busy for Catholics in the Dio- tion will shift to our younger fam- By Sister Mary Eamon Lyng, SSJ (315) 393-2920; fax (315) 394-7401 Langevin, a native of Ellen- Brushton – Matthew Girard Ranieri, 47; Joseph’s Church; burial in Whispering R. LAVALLEY [email protected] cese of Ogdensburg but the next ily members when altar servers Director of Evangelization burg, was held Sept. 4 in the Funeral Sept. 6, 2011 at St. Mary’s Maples Mausoleum, Ellenburg. President one may be one for the from across the diocese St. Joseph Monastery Chapel Church; burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery. MSGR. ROBERT L. LAWLER record books. come to Ogdensburg to on Tuesday at 4 p.m. Massena – Suzanne M. (Rusaw) Bayor- Vice President God’s ways and thoughts are mysterious.