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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. As Isaiah pointed this out in the First She died Sept. 1 at The excitement starts share a Mass and a meal Reading when God’s ways and thoughts are not the same as our ways and Canton – Dennis L. “DJ” Solon, 31; Funeral geon, 40; Funeral Services Sept. 8, 2011 SR. JENNIFER VOTRAW, SSJ on Friday when interna- with Bishop LaValley. Pinecrest Manor. Burial is in Services Sept. 10, 2011 at St. Mary’s thoughts, we are often inclined to question God’s thought processes. Why is He at Church of the Sacred Heart; burial in Secretary-Treasurer tionally known speaker Even our most energetic Salute to the St. Joseph Cemetery Church. Calvary Cemetery. MARY LOU KILIAN and writer Christopher bishop might feel the so generous, so merciful, and so slow to anger? We become dumbfounded! She was born Oct. 10, 1917 Editor/ West arrives in Massena need for some vacation The Gospel story is a difficult parable to understand because the work world in Ellenburg, daughter of the Chateaugay – Gloria LaClair Honsigner, Massena – Alice M. Greene, 71; Funeral General Manager for two day-long presen- time after all this but does not operate in the way God does. God’s generosity of mercy, forgiveness, late Paul and Augusta Pate- 68; Funeral Services Sept. 5, 2011 at St. Services Sept. 8, 2011 at St. Joseph’s tations on the Theology there’s certainly no slow- and love are His to give. We cannot limit God’s immeasurable love. These are His catechists naude Langevin, and at- Patrick’s Church; burial in Whispering Church; burial in Calvary Cemetery. Publish 45 is- of the Body. down in sight. gifts and they are not something that we earn or deserve. No matter how much tended Ellenburg Public Maples Memorial Gardens. sues per year: This is good news on a Before September ends, Schools. Weekly except work we do for God, it is not a pay-off for how well we have done the work. God From the Director’s Desk, She also studied at St. Bene- Massena – Thomas E. Welch, 59; Funeral couple levels. Mary Lou he’ll be joining married Copenhagen – Wayne F. Woodard, 69; Fu- Services Sept. 9, 2011 at St. Mary’s issue after First, it’s always good couples, school kids, staff does not act in this fashion. God is generous to us because God has chosen to be Sister Mary Ellen Brett, SSJ, dict's Academy in St. Marys. Christmas, one Kilian generous to us! There is no explanation for this. This is who God is. She entered the Novitiate in neral Services Sept. 12, 2011 at St. Mary’s Church; burial in St. Edmund’s Cemetery, for us to get together to members and Serra Club Church; burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery. week in April, learn new things. pilgrims for their special Even St. Paul struggled to know God’s plan for him whether to live or to die Diocesan Mission Director 1938; took her first vows in Ellenburg. one Week in Oc- Secondly, it’s always events. and be with Christ. With the grace of the Risen Lord, he becomes indifferent to 1939; and her perpetual vows The 2011-2012’s school year has begun in earnest. Crown Point – Bernice J. (Russell) Ross, tober and every other week in good for us to get together! Phew! living or dying. Paul trusts in God’s ways and thoughts and knows that God’s plan on July 11, 1942. Massena – Henrietta K. “Henny” July and August by the This means that a new Holy Childhood Association year Sister Jean Marie celebrated 85; Funeral Services Sept. 5, 2011 at Sa- (Matthews) Yelle, 81; Funeral Services In our large diocese, any oppor- In the midst of all the activity, will unfold for him. for the students in our Catholic Schools and parish reli- Diocese of Ogdensburg. tunity we can take to spend time though, we can’t forget our most her silver anniversary on July cred Heart Church; burial in White Church Sept. 5, 2011 at St. Joseph’s Church; burial 622 Washington Street, Og- God’s way of forgiveness and mercy are to become our ways and thoughts. gious education programs have also started. 11, 1964; her golden jubilee Cemetery. in Calvary Cemetery. with members of our family of important job as Catholics – to Children are called to be missionaries through their densburg, N.Y. 13669. faith from Lowville, Louisville, pray. We pray for help in The Lord’s Prayer, “Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive on July 11, 1989; and her di- those who trespass against us.” The measure of our mercy and forgiveness must prayers and sacrifices for the missions during the amond jubilee on Aug. 22, Fort Covington – Lucille A. (Beaulne) North Bangor – April L. (Perry)Paquin, Editorial Office: Lake Placid – and even Lake Pleas- This week, we are asking for a school year. Teachers and parents are called upon to 622 Washington Street, ant (!) – must be cherished. special focus of prayer: our semi- be with the same generosity of God. 1999. Rochefort, 84; Funeral Services Sept. 12, 68; Funeral Services Sept. 8, 2011 at St. The Entrance Antiphon for today’s Liturgy, “I am the Savior of all people. What- instruct such children to become mission-minded She received her bachelor 2011 at St. Mary’s Church; burial in St. Augustine’s Church; burial in Notre Dame Ogdensburg, N.Y. 13669. I’m so looking forward to seeing narians who are spending Sep- through their participation in HCA programs. old friends and maybe making tember in brand new classrooms. ever their troubles, I will answer their cry, and I will always be their Lord.” No one of science degree in Elemen- Mary’s Cemetery. Cemetery, Malone. Telephone: HCA is about children. It’s about children in the U.S. tary Education from Villanova some new ones as we all “Cele- Read page 13 of this week’s is excluded from God’s heart. As we gather together as a Family of Faith in the learning what is asked of us as members of God’s fam- (315) 608-7556 brate Christ” together! North Country Catholic to see ex- celebration of the Eucharist, we act and pray as the Body of Christ, bringing to- University and was a gradu- Glenfield – Ruth A. (Henry) Western, 97; Ogdensburg – Joyce C. (McCullum) Bre- ily. It’s about impoverished children in developing ate of the Plattsburgh Busi- This weekend is also the time actly who we can be praying for. gether all of God’s people to give Him honor and glory and to thank Him for His countries receiving the help they so desperately need. Funeral Services Sept. 5, 2011 at St. mer, 81; Funeral Services Sept. 10, 2011 E-mail: we’ll be asked to make a commit- Finally, for September, we’ll add ness School.. Mary’s Church; burial in Old Glendale generosity. HCA’s theme for the 2011-2012 school year is “We at Fox & Murray Funeral Home; burial in news@northcountry ment to the 2011 Bishop’s Fund a little commercial: there’s still Through the years, she Cemetery. Kars, Ontario. catholic.org In the Creed, we profess that God is the Savior of all people. On Sunday, No- must love each other.”(1 John 4:7). As the Gospel re- served as a teacher, librarian Appeal, doing our part to support some room on our March 2012 minds us, it is not so difficult to share with others “Our Faith and Our Family.” pilgrimage to Italy with Bishop vember 27, the First Sunday of Advent, we will profess the Profession of Faith and principal. Gouverneur – Gladys (McCartha) Ogdensburg – Robert McGaw, 70; Fu- Entered at the knowing that the kindness will be repaid. But Jesus In addition, parishes will recog- LaValley and just a couple weeks with some different words and phrases. These words and phrases are forms of She is survived by one Kennedy, 97; Funeral Services Sept. 5, neral Services Sept. 5, 2011 at Frary Fu- Post Office: asks us to treat others, regardless of their situation, as brother, Gerald "Joe" nize religious education teachers to sign up with the pre-October creedal statements that we profess as tenets of our Catholic faith. We, as a com- we ourselves would like to be treated - with compas- 2011 at St. James Church; burial in East neral Home. Ogdensburg, NY as part of the church’s observance discount! Langevin of Florida. 13669 as munity of believers, profess Our Faith and confess as Our Family that we believe sion, understanding, and generosity. HCA members Riverside Cemetery. of Catechetical Sunday. The excitement never ends! In addition to her parents, Ogdensburg – Dr. Richard D. Ward Jr. OD, Periodical Postage. in God’s thoughts and actions as His plan of salvation. Our Faith is a spirituality of strive to follow Jesus’ command to us by loving and she was preceded in death by Harrisville – Joseph D. Lancor, 82; Funeral 79; Funeral Services Sept. 12, 2011 at St. growing in union with the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Every time we caring for children whom they have never even met. three brothers, Roderick, Subscription: make the Sign of the Cross and pray the Glory Be prayerfully and reverently, we These young people reach out without expecting repay- Edgar, and Paul Langevin; and Services Sept. 7, 2011 at St. Francis Mary’s Cathedral; burial in St. Mary’s For one year: grow more deeply in union with the Trinity. The communion that the Father, the ment - although the knowledge of the difference they six sisters, Mina Warner, Solanus Church; burial in St. Francis Cemetery. In-Diocese Rate: $25 Son, and the Holy Spirit share with each other is the communion to which each are making is often their reward. Jeanette Patnode, Clarinda Cemetery. Outside of Diocese Rate: $28 The Holy Childhood Association, HCA, was founded of us is called. Any genuine communion that we would ever hope to have with McQuaid, Sister M. Angela, Plattsburgh - Jean A. “Chick” (Phifer) Canadian Rate: US Funds $45 over 150 years ago for young Catholics in Mission is an Hogansburg – Alexander A. Gabri, 79; Fu- Johnson, 80; Funeral Services Sept. 6, our brothers and sisters in faith must be rooted in the communion we already OSB; Sister Paula, OSB; and international organization dedicated to mission aware- Sister Bonaventure, OSB. neral Sept. 9, 2011 at St. Patrick’s Church; 2011 at Our Lady of Victory Church; burial Matters for publication have with God in Jesus Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit. We, Our Family, pro- ness among elementary school-age children. Author- In lieu of flowers, memori- burial in Calvary Cemetery, Massena. in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. should be fess together “ ‘I’ believe….” ized by the Vatican, and in collaboration with the U.S. als may be made to the St. addressed to The Department of Worship is offering Regional mornings of Reflection and Bishops, HCA distributes educational and fund raising Keeseville – Jean (Ilardi) Ferrante, 94; Rouses Point – Margaret (Marotta) PO Box 326 Joseph Monastery, 303 Prayer around the Diocese on each Saturday in October from 9:30 am-12:00pm materials to Catholic Schools and RE/CCD students Church St., St. Marys, PA Funeral Services Sept. 10, 2011 Immacu- Moore, 96; Funeral Services Sept. 7, 2011 Ogdensburg, NY 13669 throughout the United States. Fund raising proceeds, and should be received by for the people of the parishes to come together to reflect on these changes in a 15857. late Conception Church; burial in parish at St. Patrick’s Church; burial in Union realized through the efforts of children, are used for cemetery. Cemetery, Mayfield. Thursday prior to prayerful manner. (See schedule on page 6) Novena to the Holy Spirit will begin the needs of less fortunate children in Third World situ- publication. next Sunday, September 25 for the fruitfulness of the implementation of the ations and children’s education materials in the U.S. AuSable Forks – Howard J. Blaise, 80; Fu- Third Edition of the New Roman Missal. Parishes will also be using Lifting Up Our neral Services Sept. 10, 2011 at Holy Lowville – Kenneth J. Boshart Sr., 91; Fu- Tupper Lake – Bonita Christian, 53; Fu- HCA is really children helping children. The results neral Services Sept. 8, 2011 at St. Peter’s neral Services Sept. 6, 2011 at Holy Name Paper is printed each Hearts or other resources, where Small Christian Communities will reflect on the are tangible and significant. In third world nations, Name Church; burial in parish cemetery. Church; burial in St. Stephen’s Cemetery, Church. Monday; deeper meaning of the Creed “I Believe” in faith sharing experiences. Sign-Up children receive food, medicine, shelter and education. dateline is Wednesday. Croghan. Sunday for these sessions will be Sunday, September 25. In the countries that give assistance, children become AuSable Forks – Beverly Ann Devost, 76; Member, Catholic Press aware of the bonds that link them with others, and they Funeral Services Sept. 8, 2011 at Holy Watertown – David B. Gardner, 56; Fu- Association. Novena Prayer grow in understanding and love. Name Church; burial in Holy Name Ceme- Lowville – Kyle B. Grimmer, 69; Funeral neral Services Sept. 5, 2011 at Sacred Receive, Lord, my entire freedom. Accept the whole of my memory, My intel- Services at Iseneker Funeral Home, Inc.; POSTMASTER: In closing, I would like to share with all our children, tery. Heart Church; burial in Sanford Corners lect and my will.Whatever I have or possess, It was you who gave it to me; I re- burial in St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery, Send address changes to teachers and cathechists alike the “Prayer for Mission”. Cemetery. store it to you in full, and I surrender it completely to the guidance of your will. Belfort. North Country Catholic, Dear Jesus, Open our hearts to live and love as you Brasher Falls – Michael L. Best, 59; Fu- Watertown PO Box 326 Give me only love of you together with your grace, and I am rich enough, and ask taught us. Show us how we can grow strong as your neral Services Sept. 9, 2011 at St. Patrick’s – Nancy L. (Cross) Randall, Lyons Falls – Burt E. Green, 83; Funeral Ogdensburg, NY for nothing more. Amen. global family of faith. May the Holy Spirit guide us into Church. 74; Funeral Service Sept. 7, 2011 at Our Services Sept. 10, 2011 at St. John’s 13669-0326 your mission to all nations. Amen. Lady of the Sacred Heart. 14 around the diocese NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 3 SEPT. 14, 2011 SEPT. 14, 2011 ADIRONDACK Time: Noon to 4 p.m. K OF C BRUNCH BLESSING OF ANIMALS Place: St. Mary’s Parish Center Lyons Falls – South Lewis Knights of Bishop presides at celebration honoring priests, brothers Cost: Adults, $8; Seniors, $7; Children, 6- Lake Placid – On the Feast of St. Francis Columbus will be having a brunch. 12, $6; under 5, Free; Take-outs call 529- Date a blessing of animals will take place. : Sept. 18 Missionary of Sacred Heart jubilarians honored 6580 Time Date: Oct. 4 : 8 a.m. to Noon Place WATERTOWN - On Sept. 3, Bishop 230 years of ministry as reli- Time: 2 p.m. : St. John’s Church Hall JEFFERSON Cost: Adults, $6; Children 5-12, $3; Terry R. LaValley trans- gious. Place: St. Agnes School formed the regularly sched- He gave special thanks to Under 5, Free MINISTRY TO MINISTERS uled Anticipated Mass at Our Bishop LaValley for his pres- PARISH MOUNTAIN CLIMB ,MASS Lady of the Sacred Church, ence and his truly inspiring Watertown – Commissioned Lay Minis- Keene – A Mass is to be celebrated on ST. HEDWIG’S POLISH FESTIVAL into a joyous celebration of words. It would be hard to ters are invited to Ministry for Ministers. Houseville top of Baxter Mountain. – St. Hedwig’s Parish is hold- thanksgiving and praise for imagine that anyone in atten- Date: Sept. 22 the consecrated life and for dance would not have been Date: Sept. 18 ing its annual Polish Festival to raise Time: 6 p.m. Mass the unique blessings that touched by the theme of the Time: 11 a.m. funds for church repairs and restoration. Place: St. Anthony’s Church Date men and women religious day: that baptism comes Features: Car pooling will take place in : Oct. 16 Features: Light supper will follow Mass. Time: After the 11 a.m. Mass bring to the life of the with a call to mission for the parking lot of St. Brendan’s church or Church and its mission. everyone and that the Fr. Doug Lucia will explain the changes Features: go to the trail start on route 9N on the Polish Food , Theme Basket Missionary of the Sacred Church needs not only dioce- to the New Roman Missal. top of Spruce Hill near the intersection Raffles, White Elephant and Bake Sale, . Heart Father Pierre Aubin, san priests and deacons, but The North County Catholicwelcomes contributions to “Around the Diocese”. Contact: Pat Fanning, 315-788-1101, of the road leading to Mountain House. Donations of theme baskets, white ele- superior of the Watertown women and men consecrated Parishioners are invited to send information about activities to: [email protected] for information. phant items and baked goods appreci- community of the Missionar- to the Lord in witness and CLINTON North Country Catholic, PO Box 326, ated. Monetary donations to defray ies of the Sacred Heart, in- service as religious sisters, Ogdensburg, NY 13669; fax, 315-394-0670; SPAGHETTI SUPPER expenses also accepted.Workers needed vited the bishop to join the brothers and priests—all of CLOTHING SALE e-mail [email protected]. Watertown – St. Anthony’s Altar Rosary celebration on the day set which, given the leadership Peru – St. Vincent de Paul Society will be Contact: Jo Ann 348-8735, Mary Ann Items must be received in the NCCoffice by the Thursday before publication. Church will be having Spaghetti Supper. aside to honor four men as of the local Ordinary, is what holding a sale of gently used winter 348-6260, or Mania 348-8636. Place:The Parish Hall Date: Sept. 29 they reached significant an- goes into making the Church clothing and footwear. niversaries marking their a family. ROAST BEEF & PORK DINNER Cost: Adults, $9; Children under 12, $5 Time: 4:30 p.m. to 7 ST. LAWRENCE Date: Sept. 17 and 18 years of service here and Bishop Terry R. LaValley joined members of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart in Watertown Sept.3 to celebrate special anniver- Whether in Watertown or in Ellenburg - CDA Court Little Rose # 1300, Features: Take-outs will be available Place: Msgr. Sechi Hall Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. GUN AND KNIFE SHOW overseas in the international saries for four of them. He is pictured with Father Richard Kennedy, 50 years of religious life; Brothers Pierre Marceau and Jean-Paul the 52 countries where the will hold an all you can eat Roast after 1:30 p.m. Cash raffle tickets and for Cost: Adults, $8; children $4.50; under Place: St. Vincent’s Thrift Store. Brasher Falls – The Knights of Columbus society of brothers and Paradis, 70 years; and Father David DeLuca, 50 years. Missionaries are to be found, Beef/Roast Pork dinner. other items will be available. 3, free; sauce, $5 per quart meatballs are will be hosting a Gun and Knife Show. priests. their end purpose is the Features: A large bag of missionary spirit over the overseas missionary with minister to the French popu- Date: Sept. 25 Quoting Sacred Scripture same: That the transforming $.75 Date: Oct. 1 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Oct. 2 9 entire 135 years of their more than 30 years among lation then living mostly to clothing/footwear will be $5. FRANKLIN and Papal documents on the love of the Sacred Heart of Time: 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Features: Take-out orders begin at 4 a.m. to 3 p.m. presence. the people of Papua New the north of the Black River. vows of chastity, poverty and Jesus may be known, cher- Place: St. Edmunds Parish Center HARVEST CRAFT FAIR p.m. Please bring your own containers Place: K of C Hall Guinea, continues to provide The MSC have served CHICKEN & BISCUITS obedience, the Bishop de- ished and shared by people Cost: Adults, $8.50; Children 5-12, Brushton – St. Mary’s Catholic Church Cost: $3; under 12 free must be accom- pastoral ministry on call chiefly as pastors and teach- Chazy – Sacred Heart Church will be scribed religious life not as The jubilarians everywhere, all to the greater $4.25; under 5, Free will be having their Harvest Craft Fair. from parishes in need of ers, as hospital and prison ST. THERESE PRAYER SERVICE panied by an adult. an institution, but as the liv- First among those honored honor and glory of God. having their annual Harvest Dinner serv- help. chaplains, and in giving help Features: Bake sale and raffle Drawings. Date: Oct. 1 Watertown – Please join us for the 8th Features: Many dealers will be present ing presence of Christ in the for their years of service, ing chicken and biscuits. Father Kennedy, who took to the needy and poor. Take outs available: Call 594-3121. Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Annual St. Therese Prayer Service. with all kinds of hunting, fishing, archery here and now on earth. To be Brother Peter (Pierre) Date: Sept. 25 over at the retirement of the Father Dostie was named Place: St. Mary’s Parish Center Date: Oct. 3 and sporting items. Dealers wishing to the heart of Christ among Marceau, MSC, is celebrating Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rev. Benoit Dostie as pastor the “Poor Man’s Priest” and CRAFTS AND BAKE SALE Features: Vendors from throughout Time: people in need of his mercy his 70th anniversary under 7 p.m. reserve tables can contact Phil Davis at of Our Lady of the Sacred received the Israel A. Shapiro Cost: Adults, $9; Children 6-12, $3; and love is the challenge laid religious vows. He is active in Mooers – The Ladies of St. Ann will be northern NY. Silent Auction, Bake Sale Place: St. Anthony’s Church 315-389-4627. Concessions stand avail- Heart in 1981, is now in his Award in 1975, given to Wa- under 5, Free to all men and women who retirement, still checking on holding their 24th Annual Crafts Plus and Pie Sale. Lunch will be available. Features: In these times of economic able, breakfast served until 11 a.m. second multi-year term. tertown’s citizen of the year. Features: Take-out orders are $9. Raffle, are called to religious life. maintenance needs in the and Bake Sale. Vendors are needed. $12 for a 6x6 struggles, coming together in prayer Contact: Phil Davis 315-389-4627 He taught at Immaculate In coming to Watertown, he Sinners’ Den Pantry. While acknowledging that MSC residence at 668 Date: Oct. 15 space. Call 518-529-6048. Heart Center, was principal exemplified the MSC’s com- strengthens us. Remember St. Therese’s the undivided gift of self to Thompson Street and acting of St. Peter’s High School in mitment to the ministry of Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. promise “To spend her Heaven doing POTSDAM LIFE CHAIN God is most evident in the as caretaker at the MSC sum- HARVEST DINNER his home town of Mansfield, the local Church. Place: St. Joseph’s Center. HOLY HARVEST FESTIVAL good on Earth.” Blessed roses will be Potsdam – Area Life Chain to be held. consecrated life, Bishop mer camp on Lake Ontario. West Chazy - St. Joseph’s Church will Ohio, spent several years on In coming from Watertown, Features: Lunch will be available. Many Malone - Malone Catholic Parishes is passed out, refreshments served Date: Oct. 2 LaValley left no doubt that Next in years of service, hold their 38th annual all-you-can-eat staff at a secondary school in Father Mark McDonald, MSC, space still available for vendors. Call planning a Holy Harvest Festival. vocations are not reserved to Brother Jean-Paul Paradis has Time: 1:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. the Province of New Ireland, who is now completing a six- Harvest Dinner. priests and religious alone, been a member of the reli- Marge Pombrio at 518-236-4577 Date: Sept. 18 LIFERIGHT MEETING Place: Gather in the parking lot across Papua New Guinea, and later year term in Rome as head of Date: Oct. 9 but are offered to every bap- gious community for 60 Time:noon to 4 p.m. Watertown - Liferight of Watertown will from the Roxy Theater returned to that same South the international society of Time: Noon to 5 p.m. tized member of the Mystical years. Retired from chap- EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Place: Holy Family School hold its monthly meetings on the third Features: Live out your faith, witness Seas nation to take charge of brothers and priests, reveals Place: Parish Center Body of Christ. laincy at Samaritan Medical Plattsburgh - Eucharistic Adoration is Features: A harvest menu will be served Wednesday of the Month. a secondary school in the its global commitment and Cost:Adults, $9; Children 5-12, $4; under against abortion, stand for life! In thanking the Missionar- Center, Brother Paradis held throughout the year every Wednes from noon to 3pm. There will also be a Time: 4 p.m. Province of East New Britain. reach. 5, Free; Take-outs, $9 ies of the Sacred Heart for serves as house manager, re- day, Thursday, and Friday. karaoke cakewalk and the children will Place: 312 Sherman St. Features: Buffet Style Turkey dinner EUCHARISTIC ADORATION their presence and ministry ceptionist and book keeper. Place: St John's Holy Family Adoration enjoy a bounce house, various games Contact: Phone 315-788-8480; web- He still does volunteer min- with all the trimmings plus pie. There Massena- St. Mary's & St. Joseph's has in the Ogdensburg Diocese, In the diocese since 1876 Gratitude expressed Chapel,downstairs and crafts. There also will be a harvest site: www.liferight.org. Bishop LaValley referred fre- istry at Samaritan Keep. The Missionaries of the Sa- will also be a Country Store, Grocery Cart Adoration every Friday. In opening the testimonial Time: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. table filled with goodies and a raffle Time quently to their missionary Being honored for 50 years cred Heart, founded by Jules dinner that took place after Raffle and a Benefit drawing. : 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Contact: call 518-561-5083 or email us with cash prizes. The Old Timers Band LEWIS Place: St. Mary's Church. character, not only evi- as religious are Fathers David Chevalier, a diocesan priest the liturgy, Father Aubin ex- DeLuca and Richard in France, first came to Wa- at [email protected] will provide entertainment. Festival din- Features: First Friday of each month is denced in their first coming pressed his gratitude for ANNUAL DINNER to Watertown, but in main- Kennedy. tertown in 1876 at the re- ner tickets will be sold at the event. SENIOR MINISTRY COMMITTEE those who came to honor the Mooers Forks – St. Ann’s will be having ESSEX preceded by Benediction. taining and sharing their Father DeLuca, a veteran quest of Bishop Wadhams to Adult tickets are $10, Seniors $8, Chil- Lowville – The Senior Ministry Commit- four MSC for their combined their annual Harvest Dinner. ROAST BEEF HARVEST DINNER dren $6, and under five are free. tee has invited the Lewis County Office Date: Sept. 18 NOVENA FOR MILITARY Elizabethtown – St. Elizabeth’s Church for the Aging to presentation on Ogdensburg - Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Notre Dame Church is will hold its annual Roast Beef Harvest TURKEY DINNER Medicare, Medicaid and EPIC. Place: St. Ann’s Center holding a weekly novena for the safety Dinner. Brushton – St. Mary’s will be having a Date: Sept. 15 Cost: Adults, 9; Senior Citizens, $8; Kids of U.S. military personnel Date: Oct. 9 Harvest Turkey Dinner. Time: 1 p.m. Date 6 and older, $5; under 5, Free; Takeouts, : Tuesday evenings Time: 2 p.m. to 6 Date: Sept. 25 Place: St. Peter’s Church $9 Time : 6:30 p.m. 4 Diocesan Life NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC entertainment 13 SEPT. 14, 2011 SEPT. 14, 2011 Maryknoll is honored at Mass in Malone AT THE MOVIES the Church to do God’s work CONTAGION By Shawn Ryan through mission. Staff writer “By its very nature, the Beth Emhoff (Gwyneth Pal- unknown virus, deemed seems to involve bats and Church is missionary,” the By Joseph McAleer trow) is feeling sick. Maybe "MEV-1," is found to be pigs. MALONE - Bishop Terry R. bishop said. “Our common Catholic News Service it's jet lag, or a hangover? deadlier and more virulent "Contagion" becomes a LaValley, presided at a spe- baptism charges us with the She's heading home to Min- than SARS or the H1N1 flu, fast-paced detective story cial Mass at Notre Dame joyful proclamation of the Don't forget to bring along neapolis from a business and a pandemic is immi- and a science lesson, inter- Church Aug. 28, honoring Good News to the ends of the a bottle of hand sanitizer trip to Hong Kong where nent. cutting scenes from around the Maryknoll missionary earth.” when you see "Contagion" she partied hearty in a "We must find ground the world with intense activ- order on the occasion of its (Warner Bros.), a compelling, casino with the locals. zero and see how this ity back home in the labora- 100th anniversary, Maryknoll Fathers and moment-by-moment ac- Pity Beth's husband, Mitch started," intones Deputy Di- tories. Missionary Brother Wayne count of a deadly virus' (Damon). He and his young rector Dr. Ellis Cheever (Lau- Meanwhile, an enterpris- Fitzpatrick, a native of Mal- Brothers are celebrating 100 march across the globe. son barely have time to wel- rence Fishburne). ing blogger, Alan one, was also honored. This Director Steven Soder- come Mom home before she Cheever dispatches his Krumwiede (Law), takes to years of service in 2011 dies, stricken by a mysteri- colleague, Dr. Erin Mears the Internet, fomenting un- year Brother Wayne, who is bergh juggles a galaxy of lu- CNS PHOTO/WARNER BROS. minaries here while ous ailment. Soon their son (Winslet), to Minneapolis. As rest, even anarchy. He ac- currently the assistant re- The missionary work of Anna Jacoby-Heron and Matt Damon reimagining the Hollywood is dead, too, as well as a lot a trained "epidemic intelli- cuses the government of gional superior of the Mary- the Maryknolls brings good star in a scene from "Contagion." disaster movie a la Irwin of people in Minnesota, gence service officer," she conspiring with pharmaceu- knoll US region, celebrates to more than just the people Allen (1974's "The Towering Chicago and Hong Kong -- tracks down everyone who tical companies and with- erence to an adulterous rela- his 30th year with the mis- and villages they serve, the Inferno"). Instead of Steve anywhere Beth has been re- had contact with Beth while holding the vaccine. tionship, and fleeting rough sionary group. bishop said. McQueen, Faye Dunaway cently. preparing the city to deal Krumwiede claims to have a language. The Catholic Weaving together a homily “We thank them for Paul Bork, associate regional director for and Paul Newman fighting When the doctors perform with the crisis and the cure himself -- but is it what News Service classification that touched on a reading strengthening the Church in the Northeast Mission Region of the fires, we have Matt Damon, an autopsy on Beth (one of mounting panic. Her coun- it seems? As the virus is A-III -- adults. The Motion from Jeremiah, experiences America through their mis- Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers, ad- Kate Winslet and Jude Law the film's gruesome mo- terpart in the World Health spreads by touch, seem- Picture Association of Amer- from his own youth, and the sionary work,” he said. “Our dressed the congregation at Notre trying to squash a new ments) and see something Organization, Dr. Leonora ingly no one is safe. ica rating is PG-13 -- parents history of the Maryknolls, faith is strengthened when Church in Malone Aug. 28 during a dioce- super-germ that is decimat- odd in her brain, it's time to Orantes (Marion Cotillard), The film contains disturb- strongly cautioned. Some Bishop LaValley touched on it’s given to others>’ san celebration of Maryknoll’s 100th an- ing the planet. call the Centers for Disease heads to Hong Kong and the ing images of dying people, material may be inappropri- the spirit and dedication of Paul Bork, the Associate It's Thanksgiving, and Control and Prevention. The source of the virus, which corpses and autopsies, a ref- ate for children under 13. niversary. Regional Director for the PHOTOS BY SHAWN RYAN North East Mission Region, Bishop LaValley is pictured after the anniversary Mass With Maryknoll Brother Wayne also addressed the congrega- Fitzpatrick, a native of Malone; and Father Joseph Giroux, pastor of Malone Catholic tion. He spoke of the good Parishes. works of the Maryknoll mis- out of love,” he said. “Why of Ogdensburg. He recog- sion: all the people who have else would we do it through nized their ongoing concern been baptized, been fed, and Jesus Christ?” and love for the poor come to know Jesus through Brother Wayne also spoke throughout the world. the work of Maryknoll. of the hope he takes from the But while an anniversary is Brother Wayne then people who make up the a time for reflection and summed up why he and his American Church, like those looking back, it is also a time fellow missionaries do what assembled at Notre Dame to look to the future, in this they do: “What we do is all and throughout the Diocese case, the next 100 years of Maryknoll, Brother Wayne said. “We will continue to sup- port the local Churches where we go, taking our lead from the local Bishops and local Churches,” he said. “We do it by listening to the local cultures and doing what they need, not what we think they need. That’s not always an easy thing for Americans to do.” 12 commentary NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 5 SEPT. 14, 2011 SEPT. 14, 2011 SCRIPTURE REFLECTIONS Youth buses for life march set Three buses will be depart- buses will depart from three zon Center Youth Rally for Learning to think with an attitude of gratitude ing from the North Country locations: Western Bus from Life and Youth Mass which is in January for high school Watertown’s Immaculate Monday morning before the How difficult it is to un- It’s his money, and he can right there in today’s first out of molehills, and so ex- students traveling to Wash- Heart Central Jr/Sr High March for Life. The March be- derstand today’s do what he wants reading from Isaiah. SEPT. 18 tend the hurt into months ington, DC’s March for Life. School at 9 a.m.; Eastern Bus gins at 1 p.m. on Monday, Gospel. with it. Actually, the Now we really have to face and years, when I could end Jan. 23. At the end of the 25th Sunday of the Year “The pilgrimage has gained from Albany’s Cathedral of Any self-respect- grumbling of those the lesson of the day - if my the whole thing quickly by popularity and the need for the Immaculate Conception March, the group travels ing union would who had worked a ways of thinking and judg- READINGS reconciling immediately. an additional bus was evi- at 10 a.m. and the new home. Students will miss be up in arms at full day was their ing are truly far from the Isaiah 55:6-9 How sad to see a son or a dent after last year’s trip,” Northern Bus from Massena’s school on Monday. the arbitrary treat- problem. They were Lord’s way, then I must have Philippians 1:20c-24, 27a daughter keep their dis- said Colleen Miner, director Trinity Catholic School at 7 Sign-ups begin October 3, ment the envious, and envy is some adjusting to do! tance from a dying parent, Matthew 20: 1-16a of the Respect Life Office. a.m. While buses travel sep- 2011. Cost is $110 per seat. landowner gave to a very human vice. Perhaps I need to work even refusing to attend the “We wish to accommodate all arately, they will meet in DC Both payment and com- his workers. Since it’s a parable harder in the areas of for- funeral! high schoolers who want to and all activities will be to- pleted permission slip must “Unfair!”, we cry told by Jesus, the giveness, mercy, and gen- Now, maybe that’s an ex- travel to DC to represent our gether. be received to reserve a seat. at the first hearing. landowner is obvi- erosity, to mention a few. admit that I demand apolo- treme example, but…how diocese at the national event. Overnight accommoda- All seats are on a first pay Then, as we sim- Monsignor ously God…and God St. Paul urges the Philippi- gies more than I give them. many times have I waited to We hate to turn anyone away tions are at a hotel in Vir- basis. All chaperones must mer down and Paul E. always wins. ans today to conduct them- And I use the excuse that reconcile until it was too from this spiritual and edu- ginia. be Virtus trained to partici- think, we have to Whitmore “My thoughts are selves in a way that is I’m the injured party, so late? The pain and stress on cational experience.” The group will tour the pate. admit that the not your thoughts, “worthy of the gospel of why should I go first! both parties is so unneces- “We try to keep it afford- Basilica of the Shrine of the To register, please send landowner has a nor are your ways my Christ”. That leads me to harbor sary. Both are the losers. able so every student has a Immaculate Conception on check payable to “Youth point in his defense. ways” says the Lord. It’s all If I’m honest, I have to grudges, to make mountains To forgive is to be free, chance to go but scholar- Sunday morning - the largest Buses for Life” with a permis- and to free the other person ships are available if money Catholic Church in the West- sion slip located at as well. is ever an issue,” said Miner. ern hemisphere. www.dioogdensburg.org/pro Once we have reconciled Father Mark Reilly will On Sunday afternoon -life/ to Respect Life Office, with a friend who has of- serve as the Eastern Youth (weather permitting) there John & Colleen Miner 175 fended us, or whom we Bus chaplain. The Western will be a national monument Lake Street, Saranac Lake, NY have offended, we open the Youth Bus chaplain is Father tour or time at a Smithsonian 12983 or call 518-891-2309 way to form a new and Bryan Stitt and the Northern Museum. Sunday evening for more information. closer relationship. And that Youth Bus spiritual director will include Mass, adoration, The flyer, permission slip could give us joy for years… is Deacon Brian Dwyer, confession and a concert by and tentative itinerary are lo- .instead of prolonged stress diocesan director of youth Catholic artist Matt Maher, cated at the Respect Life and unhappiness. ministry. sponsored by the Diocese of website and on the Pastoral To think as God thinks re- The schedule for the trip Arlington. Documentation page of the quires openness and a follows: The group is working on diocesan website, broad vision, free of self- Saturday, Jan. 21, 2012 the securing tickets for the Veri- www.dioogdensburg.org. pity and selfish brooding. It takes a habit of grati- tude. It means sitting down and reflecting, “What does God want me to do in this situation?”…and then, to have the humility and the grace to act accordingly. 6 Diocesan Life NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC world/nation 11 SEPT. 14, 2011 SEPT. 14, 2011 OUR FAITH...OUR FAMILY - THE 2001 BISHOP’S FUND APPEAL Bishop LaValley’s Schedule Regional reflections For some students, faith a In his homeland, Fund supports Formation Sept. 15 – 9:45 a.m., Episcopal Coun- Every Saturday during the month of cil Meeting at the Bishop’s Residence October, the Department of Worship factor in decision process Pope Benedict to in Ogdensburg. is providing mornings of under- for Ministry program standing, reflection and prayer on person I want to be." what a Newman center is," Sept. 16/17 – Theology of the Body the changes in the Roman Missal for By Josh Noem Four years later, Imfeld is said Father Moran. "It isn't face challenges from careful formation, that have been successes and Workshop in Massena. the people of the Diocese. People in Catholic News Service starting his senior year at UP the same as a 'Smith Hall' or as student body president some other typical campus By Heidi Macko one is able to offer in there have been some wrin- the parishes will also have the op- Formation for Ministry program coordinator parishes. kles. Still, through the con- Sept. 18 – 2:30 a.m., Altar Servers PORTLAND, ORE. (CNS) - As a high and as a lead coordinator for building. A Newman center is By Cindy Wooden portunity for prayer and faith-shar- school senior, Zack Imfeld the campus ministry's flag- the church's outreach on that More than twenty years tinued support of each of our Appreciation and Youth Mass at St. Catholic News Service On September 6th, seventy ing experiences using the resource thought he wanted to go to ship retreat program. campus." ago, the insight of Bishop bishops, the program has Mary’s Cathedral in Ogdensburg fol- one eager and faith filled Brzana led to the establish- continued to grow and de- Lifting Up Our Hearts or another re- film school. He was involved When visiting a non- - In the days leading to Pope Benedict XVI's lowed by BBQ at the Knights of in his Los Angeles school's VATICAN CITY (CNS) people filled seats in three of ment of a program that velop. source to deepen their understand- Students face the task Catholic institution, students visit to his homeland Sept. 22-25, German media were ask- our Catholic Schools across would bring the laity to We are now able to take Columbus. ing of becoming an active television studio, he enjoyed should be direct about want- ing whether the pope would feel at home in the country he the diocese to participate in deeper understanding of advantage of technology to working with film in his free of making their faith ing to see the Newman cen- left 30 years ago. participant in the Liturgy. time, and his dad worked for web based instruction and their role in the life of the offer the program to more lo- Sept. 19 – 8:30 a.m., Opening Mass at ter, perhaps even calling Obviously, he visited Germany frequently while serving The dates for the Regional Saturday Warner Brothers. their own during their ahead to make an appoint- formation. Church, as anticipated by the cations across the diocese, Immaculate Heart Central School in in Rome and kept up with friends and colleagues and with These participants began developments of the Second provide opportunities for on- Mornings of Reflection follow. All "Plus, it sounded good college years ment, according to Marcel Watertown. developments in church life, theology and politics. As their journeys toward Com- Vatican Council. going formation for those al- the programs are scheduled for 9:30 when I told girls I wanted to Lejeune, a campus minister pope, he traveled to Germany in 2005 to celebrate World missioning as Lay Ministers. Bishop Brzana believed ready commissioned, and a.m. to noon, : make movies," he said. This fall, high school jun- at Texas A&M. Youth Day in Cologne and again in 2006 to visit Bavaria, At the start of his senior An admissions tour at a From Ogdensburg to Malone that, over time, lay ministers make it possible for those Sept.20 – 10 a.m., Diocesan Depart- Oct. 1 - St. James Church, Carthage iors and seniors across the the region where he was born and raised and served as a to Ticonderoga, families are year, when Imfeld composed nation will begin to prioritize state university could easily would be even more neces- discerning entry into the ment Heads Meeting at Wadhams Oct. 8 - Wadhams Hall, Ogdensburg theology professor and bishop. sacrificing and giving the gift sary to pastors as they program, as well as those a list of universities he their own college lists and neglect to mention campus After interviewing key Germans involved in planning the Hall in Ogdensburg. Oct. 15 of their support by sending worked to meet the needs of wishing additional review, to - St. Patrick’s Center, Port wanted to attend, the Univer- set out on fall road-trips for ministry resources. Admis- upcoming papal trip, Vatican Radio's German program in loved ones to classes that the faithful in the North audit the classes and take ad- Henry sity of Southern California campus visits. Catholic cam- sions counselors at public early September said there's a bit of a sense that the pope will enable them to serve our Country. He also believed vantage of the additional Sept. 21 - 6 p.m., Sacred Heart Oct. 22 - St. Bernard’s School, Cafete- and New York University pus ministers are encourag- schools cannot inquire about and Germans are strangers to each other. church family for many that the laity needed to be ministry workshops. Foundation Dinner at the North Side ria, Saranac Lake stood at the top because of ing families to let faith play a a student's faith background, The country was still divided into East and West Germany their programs in film. His role in those decisions as it so students should be proac- years to come. well educated in the faith, to This year, we have been Improvement League in Watertown. Oct. 29 - St. Peter’s Emmaus Hall, when he moved to Rome as head of the Congregation for Program participants will have opportunities to privileged to be able to part- list shifted, however, as his did for Imfeld. tive about identifying them- Plattsburgh the Doctrine of the Faith, and while the communists in the pass that gift on as they re- deepen their own spirituality ner with the Catholic Schools senior year wore on. "Parents could talk to stu- selves to campus ministers. East had succeeded to a large extent in severely limiting turn to serve in their parish and to understand their spe- in Ogdensburg, Ticonderoga "My dad told me to find a dents about how their own "Before getting to campus, Christian life and practice, church activity in the West still ministries, assisting in areas cific roles in ministry to oth- and Malone, and they are Rest in Peace job that would make me faith deepened in college and come up with a game plan was lively. of liturgy, work with the sick ers. sharing their facilities and happy," he said. "Film was the importance of grounding for how to get involved," In the past 20 years, the number of Catholics in Germany and elderly, catechesis for Protecting God’s Children something I enjoyed and was their academics in a holy Lejeune said. "If you want to To him, the goals were technology equipment with This week marks the anniversary has declined by almost 4 million, although the overall pop- young children and youth, clear, and as a result, the For- us. We have also added good at, but I grew so much lifestyle based on the prac- keep your faith, you have to The Diocese of Ogdensburg has ulation has increased by about 1 million, according to Vat- adult faith facilitation, family mation For Ministry program some instruction in Commu- of the deaths of the following from my high school youth tice of their faith," according put work into it. You have to ican statistics. T programs, outreach min- was developed, training nication and Collaboration clergymen men who have served in scheduled sessions for Protecting group and I wanted to con- to Father Marty Moran, exec- make good decisions, even he number of children under 7 baptized annually has istries, RCIA and a wide vari- began to move interested for participants, intended to the Diocese of Ogdensburg God's Children for Adults. Pre-regis- tinue that growth at the next utive director of the Catholic before you arrive on cam- dropped to about 170,000 from just above 290,000 in level. ety of other areas that will people toward more in-depth assist them in their future Sept. 14 – Rev. Russell Charles tration online is required in order to Campus Ministry Associa- pus." 1991. And the number of marriages performed annually in directly assist pastors in “I knew that being involved tion. LeJeune said a good cam- roles of ministry, and pastors ministries. O’Neil, 1951 participate. Participants may pre- Catholic parishes dropped from almost 111,000 in 1991 to their tireless efforts to reach in campus ministry was "When they make a visit to pus ministry challenges the began to look at the many Workshop formats are also register at www.virtus.org by select- less than 50,000 in 2009. out to so many. ways Commissioned Lay being renewed to provide a Sept. 15 – Rev. George Lessard, going to make me happy and campus, families should lo- prevailing culture on campus ing the registration button and Pope Benedict's pastoral visits are designed to strengthen None of this would be pos- Ministers could be of service. broader vision of the Com- O.M.I., 1978 become a better person," Im- cate the Catholic campus instead of accommodating it. and confirm Catholics in their faith and the statistics sible without support from Since its inception, Forma- missioned Lay Minister’s role Sept. 16 – Rev. Henri Victor following the directions. feld said. ministry center serving that "Campus ministry should clearly illustrate why the theme chosen for the pope's visit the Bishop’s Fund. tion For Ministry has offered in evangelization, liturgy and Lecompte, O.M.I., 1892; Rev. All employees and volunteers who Once he shifted his priori- college or university," Father give students what they to Berlin, Erfurt, Freiburg and Eichsfeld is: "Where there is So many wonderful people classes in theology, devel- catechesis for people of all participate in church sponsored ac- ties and began looking for a Moran said. need, not just what they God, there is a future." Alphonse Nolin, O.M.I., 1936 college that would support A Catholic institution will want," he said. "A campus serve in our parishes in a oped workshops to address ages. tivities with minor are required to As with Pope Benedict's visits to other European coun- wide variety unique ways, Sept. 17 – Rev. William E. Capron, his growth as a Catholic, the likely have a campus min- ministry should call its stu- specific areas of ministry, There is no doubt that we participate in this training. tries -- particularly to France in 2008 and to Scotland and and often ask what would and provided opportunities are moving forward to meet 1949; Msgr. Louis D. Berube, 1999 University of Portland in Ore- istry office as part of its stu- dents to live for something England in 2010 -- secularism is expected to be a key theme change in their ministries if for spiritual growth neces- the needs of the Church of Sept. 18 – Rev. Charles E. Campeau, Further information: Atonement Sis- gon climbed from eighth on dent service offerings, such greater." during the pope's trip. they were to enter the For- sary for the commissioning today and of the Church to- 1952 ter Ellen Donahue, phone, 315-393- his list to the top three. It is as a health center or office Making this call clear to "The Holy Father knows the situation of the church in mation For Ministry program of over 900 people through- morrow…our family, our Sept. 19 – Rev. Clement J. Dwyer, 2920. ext. 403. a Catholic school founded by for students with disabilities. students is a crucial task for Germany," Jesuit Father Hans Langendorfer, secretary of priests of the Congregation At a non-Catholic institution, campus ministers because for commissioning. out the diocese. church…thanks to the sup- O.S.A., 1956; Rev. Francis C. McMa- Upcoming programs: the German bishops' conference, told reporters Sept. 7. The real answer lies in the of Holy Cross, the same the Catholic community will students face the task of Like all programs, there port of the Bishop’s Fund. Sept. 15 - 6:30 p.m., St. Patrick’s, Port While the pope cannot resolve all of the problems and depth of service, resulting hon, 1975 order that was present at his most likely be gathered at a making their faith their own Henry tensions within the German church and society, Father Lan- Sept. 20 – Msgr. Edmund J. Brown, high school, so he had some Newman center. during their college years, gendorfer said, he will offer "his view of how the church in V.F., 1954; Rev. Donald Gallagher, Sept. 24 - 8:30 a.m., Immaculate confidence that his faith life Newman centers were in- said Mary Deeley, pastoral Germany can find new vitality, inner strength and opti- 1959; Rev. Edward J. Wright, 1993; Heart Central Intermediate School, would be supported on cam- spired by Blessed John Henry associate at the Sheil Center, mism for the future." Watertown pus. "The more I dug into UP, Newman, who encouraged which serves Northwestern Several groups have announced they will protest the Msgr. Floyd J. Brown, 1994 the more it felt right," he University in Chicago. Sept. 24 societies for Catholic stu- pope's visit, including a group that believes the pope's - 9:30 a.m., St. James Minor said. dents attending secular uni- This faith is "not the faith Church, Carthage speech Sept. 22 to the Bundestag, the German parliament, On his campus visit, he got versities. The first Newman of their parents nor is it their violates church-state separation. Some deputies have an- Sept. 27 - 6 p.m., Holy Family School, the feeling that "I'd be treated center was founded in 1893 faith when they were con- nounced they will leave the hall in Berlin's Reichstag Build- Malone as a person here, like I'd be- at the University of Pennsyl- firmed at (age) 13," she said. ing to protest. Nov. 5 - 1 p.m., Holy Ghost Academy, come part of a family. I knew vania, and there are now "They must be able to re- Archbishop Rainier Woelki of Berlin told reporters Sept. Tupper Lake this place was going to be about 1,500 of the diocesan- spond to the mature, adult 7 that the church is not worried about possible protests, more than a place I went to sponsored campus ministry call to holiness. Campus considering that Germany is a democracy. But, he said, it Nov. 17 - 6 p.m., Sacred Heart school. It would be a place centers. ministry should be a bridge Church, Chazy would be better if people heard what the pope had to say that would form me into the "Many people don't know to that." before reacting. 10 World/nation NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 7 SEPT. 14, 2011 SEPT. 14, 2011 Church will get through CATHOLIC 'difficult moment,' Archbishop Chaput says WORLD

sustained applause. the bishop's crosier. By Carol Zimmermann The archbishop in turn ex- "All of us should keep that AT A GLANCE Catholic News Service pressed his admiration for image in our hearts in the those in the Philadelphia months ahead because the PHILADELPHIA (CNS) - Archbishop Archdiocese, thanking them Good Shepherd really will Pope Benedict offers blessings on 9/11 anniversary Charles J. Chaput, installed for embracing him with bring the church in Philadel- WASHINGTON (CNS) -- Pope Benedict XVI offered his blessings to U.S. Catholics "such extraordinary kind- phia through this difficult Sept. 8 as the new arch- as they prepared to observe the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror bishop of Philadelphia, en- ness." moment in our history to se- couraged Catholics to know curity and joy and a better attacks. In a message to Archbishop Timothy M. Dolan of New York, president of they will get through the "dif- No bishop will try harder future," he said. the U.S. bishops, the pope said, "I join you in commending the thousands of vic- ficult moment" that the local Archbishop Chaput, who tims to the infinite mercy of Almighty God and in asking our heavenly Father to church is experiencing. to help persons who have turns 67 Sept. 26, was or- continue to console those who mourn the loss of loved ones." Pope Benedict Although rain prevented been hurt by the sins of the dained as a Capuchin Fran- told Archbishop Dolan, "I extend my most affectionate greetings to you, your an outdoor procession at the ciscan priest in 1970 and brother bishops and all those entrusted to your pastoral care, and I gladly im- Cathedral Basilica of Sts. past. And no bishop will became bishop of Rapid City part my apostolic blessing as a pledge of peace and serenity in the Lord." The Eight young people from the North Country spent part of their summer vacation giving service through Catholic Heart WorkCamp at at the age of 43. Peter and Paul, it did not message, dated Sept. 11, was released Sept. 9 in Washington. "The tragedy of a site in Massachusetts. In front are Anna Kelly, Fort Covington; Alannah Bingham, Fort Covington; Katie Christy, Canton; and Abby dampen the spirits of about work harder to strengthen A member of the Prairie that day is compounded by the perpetrators' claim to be acting in God's name," Kelly, Fort Covington; back, James Bashaw, Malone; Errolyn Bradley and Kayla Bashaw, Fort Covington; and Jordyn Black, Malone. At 1,700 people, including 400 and encourage my brother Band Potowatami tribe, he is right is James Bashaw, son of Deacon Bryan and Johnna Bashaw of Malone. priests and 100 bishops - in- the second Native American Pope Benedict said. "Once again, it must be unequivocally stated that no cir- cluding Bishop Terry R. priests and to restore the to be ordained a bishop in cumstances can ever justify acts of terrorism." He added, "Every human life is LaValley - who attended the hearts of our faithful the United States and the precious in God's sight and no effort should be spared in the attempt to pro- installation Mass. first Native American arch- mote throughout the world a genuine respect for the inalienable rights and Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, Catholic HEART WorkCamp The Mass took place after bishop. dignity of individuals and peoples everywhere." days of rain and local flood- new archbishop of Philadelphia A few times during his ing, and many in the congre- homily the archbishop He also repeatedly ac- likened his appointment to Vatican responds to Irish government report on clerical sexual abuse gation faced long detours VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- The Vatican forcefully denied it undermined the Irish just to arrive at the cathedral knowledged the difficulties the Philadelphia Archdiocese Eight North Country teenagers go to camp and ‘make a difference’ they currently face and must as "an arranged marriage," bishops' efforts to protect children from sexual abuse and characterized as "un- in the heart of the City of [Founded in 1993, the or- houses for families in need; Mrs. Kelly admits to find- she said. “My assignment continue to cope with, with- which drew some laughs founded" claims the Vatican tried to interfere in government investigations re- Brotherly Love. ganization hosted 11,000 working at a home for peo- ing this element of work was to help at a vacation out going into any details. from the congregation, espe- By Suzanne Pietropaoli Outside the cathedral, the garding church handling of sex abuse cases. The Vatican recognizes "the campers in sites across the ple with Alzheimer’s and camp especially inspira- bible school in a really poor "The church in Philadel- cially when he said the "Holy Staff writer struggles the archdiocese seriousness of the crimes" detailed in a government report about cases in the country in 2010.] other forms of dementia; tional: town. phia faces very serious chal- Father is the matchmaker." has faced in recent months Diocese of Cloyne, Ireland, and "has sought to respond comprehensively," said a FORT COVINGTON - For eight North “Their programs are de- helping at daycare centers “Watching 275 kids con- “The kids were adorable, lenges these days," he said He added that the pope were very apparent. communique released by the Vatican Sept. 3. The communique accompanied a Country teens, this year’s va- signed to give kids the op- for low-income families; as- nect in this way is amazing,” and everyone appreciated during his homily. "knows in his wisdom that A block away, Catholic high cation memories include portunity to see and serve sisting with food distribution she said. “There is plenty of the help we were able to "There's no quick fix to we will make a good family 19-page formal response to the Irish government's Cloyne Report on the dio- school teachers were picket- something unusual: a hot Christ in others, especially programs. laughter and sometimes give,” she said. problems that are so difficult together." cese and to statements made by the Irish prime minister and motions passed ing during the second day of July week spent serving the the most vulnerable,” Mrs. “Some of these assign- tears as the campers share at “If I weren’t going to col- and none of us here today, "For any marriage to work," by both houses of the Irish parliament concerning the report and the Vatican's their strike; in front of the needs of the disadvantaged Kelly said. “Catholic HEART ments were more physically a pretty deep level. It is al- lege, I would go back in a except the Lord himself, is a he added, "two things need involvement in how cases were handled. The Vatican said the report "brought cathedral, while members of in northeastern Massachu- WorkCamp offers great serv- demanding, while others ways inspiring.” heartbeat,” Kayla said. “It was miracle worker," he said. "But to happen. People need to the Neocatechumenal Way to light very serious and disturbing failings in the handling of accusations of setts. ice opportunities in many were more emotionally and The teens, too appreciate just an awesome experience!” the church is not defined by fall in love and together they sang and played guitars and sexual abuse by children and young people by clerics in the Diocese of Cloyne," Under the guidance of St. different locations, and com- spiritually demanding,” Mrs. what the evening offers. Ac- Fellow camper Katie her failures. And you and I need to be fruitful. drums, a group of people but it said the local bishop and his vicar general were to blame. The formal "Re- Mary’s of the Fort DRE Joce- bines that with faith experi- Kelly points out. “But no cording to St. Mary’s parish- Christy, a high school junior are not defined by critics or “That's what we need to protesting clergy abuse sponse of the Holy See" was hand-delivered Sept. 3 by Msgr. Ettore Balestrero, lyn Kelly, the group of high ences and lots of fun for the matter what the individual ioner and camp participant from Canton, shares Kayla’s those who dislike us." dedicate ourselves to today - marched silently, holding undersecretary for relations with states, to Helena Keleher, charge d'affaires at school students travelled to kids.” task was, by dinner time Kayla Bashaw, the evening enthusiasm. He told the congregation - to love one another and be aloft signs as a stinging re- Groton to participate in a In Groton , Mrs. Kelly re- everyone had put in a long, programs were “very spe- “We went to housing for that what the church does in fruitful together in the new the Irish Embassy to the Holy See in Rome, the Vatican said. The Irish govern- minder of the recent grand Catholic HEART WorkCamp lates, 275 campers were hard, and very good day.” cial.” displaced families and were coming months and years to evangelization," the arch- ment's Cloyne Report was issued July 13 and said then-Bishop John Magee of jury report that accused mission trip. housed in a central location But there was more to “There was worship, but all put to work cleaning yards, respond to challenges "will bishop said. Cloyne paid "little or no attention" to safeguarding children as recently as archdiocese officials of fail- Mrs. Kelly, who also led a and assigned in groups of come. Evenings at Catholic the music was teen oriented,” painting, and fixing what we define who we really are." Archbishop Chaput made 2008. But the report also accused the Vatican of being "entirely unhelpful" to ing to prevent abuse of chil- similar trip last summer, six or seven to various HEART WorkCamp are an im- she said. “There was also could,” she said. “The fami- He also promised them special note of the day of his dren. Irish bishops who wanted to implement stronger norms for dealing with accu- spoke with the NCC about homes and worksites in the portant part of the whole ex- dancing and singing, just lies were so appreciative! that "no bishop will try installation, the feast of Inside the majestic cathe- sations and protecting children. the organization, the experi- area. perience as campers come awesome stuff and some re- “The highlight was the last harder to help persons who Mary's birthday. dral though, members of the ence, and the impact on par- Rising at 6:15 each morn- together for Mass (optional), ally good fun!” day when their little girls have been hurt by the sins of He pointed out that Mary congregation greeted one an- ticipants. ing, the teens and their chap- dinner, fun, fellowship, For Kayla, who is off to col- wanted to come out and play the past. And no bishop will has been "a constant source other as if at a reunion, and “Our youth group had been erones reached their drama and music, followed lege this fall, the Catholic with us,” Katie said. “The work harder to strengthen of hope and protection" in they gave their new arch- looking for a week-long serv- worksites by 8:30 a.m. and by a Rosary (also optional) at HEART WorkCamp experi- evening program were great, and encourage my brother his vocation and hoped that bishop - who headed the ice opportunity,” she ex- worked a full day. The work 10 p.m. ence was “one of the best too. So many kids, so much priests and to restore the she would also comfort Denver Archdiocese for the plains, “and we were assignments varied widely, For nearly three hours, par- ever.” singing—it was loud, it was hearts of our faithful." members of the archdiocese past 14 years and before attracted by the fact that and included: preparing and ticipants share slides of the “I wanted to do something fun, it was cool! He urged Philadelphia "in the midst of the turmoil that, the Diocese of Rapid Catholic HEART WorkCamp is serving meals at an emer- workday, personal stories, to help make a difference, “I am definitely going back Catholics to keep in mind the of the church in our time, City, S.D., for nine years - a Catholic and has a lot of gency homeless shelter; seal- impromptu skits, and lots of and I knew that Anna and next year,” she said. warm welcome and long, image of Jesus as a good specifically in Philadelphia." shepherd -- symbolized in credibility. ing driveways and painting music. Abby (Kelly) really liked it,” CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 8 Diocesan Life NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 9 SEPT. 14, 2011 SEPT. 14, 2011 Catholic HEART ‘GROWING WITH THE SAINTS’ AT SUMMER FAITH CAMP

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7 next summer’s activities. But Mrs. Kelly, too, looks for- we don’t have much choice: TO LEARN MORE ward to next year’s trip - and the camps fill by October.” would like to be able to bring Clearly the Catholic HEART Jocelyn Kelly and the stu- more campers. She hopes WorkCamp experience is well dents who travelled to to interest other parish worth the effort it requires. Catholic HEART WorkCamp youth groups from around “I have seen only positive the diocese. things come out of these have prepared a PowerPoint The logistics of a larger trips,” concludes Mrs. Kelly. presentation and are eager group are a bit daunting: “The kids get to see how peo- to share their experiences each camper pays $310 to ple less fortunate live, they with other parishes and participate, which will re- bond with other teens from quire more fundraising; the around the country, and they youth groups. To arrange a organization requires one come home changed for the presentation, or to learn chaperone (Virtus-trained better—more aware of the more about the program, and background-checked) for needs of others, more ready every five students; partici- to help where they can. please contact Mrs. Kelly at pating groups must provide “The spiritual growth is St. Mary’s Church in Fort Cov- transportation for the quite evident,” she said. “Last ington, 518-358-2500. campers. year, my daughter Abby Perhaps most significantly, worked in a women’s shelter plans must be made many and saw things she had than worth all the effort that months in advance. never seen before. But her goes into these trips.” “Camp registration closes eyes were also opened to a [The mission trip organi- early,” Mrs. Kelly explains, deeper truth. I realized just zation maintains a lively and “so we have to begin plan- how deep when she told me, comprehensive website at ning immediately. This is ‘Mom, these women have catholicheartworkcamp.org . tough, because many folks God.’ You can also find them on don’t like to commit now to “A lesson like that is more Facebook.] St. Mary's Parish in Potsdam hosted a Summer Faith Camp the first week of August with the theme of "Growing With the Saints.” The participants, grades K-5, learned about a different saint each day, their lives, and the ways that they lived the virtues of faith, hope, and love. The children also learned a bible verse each day, made crafts from the lives of the saints, had saint-themed snacks, Patty Moosbrugger, one of the Summer and joined in making beautiful music. The week was concluded with a Mass celebrated by Msgr. Robert Aucoin, the pastor of St. Ethan Loebs provides percussion accom- Mary's in Potsdam and St. Patrick's in Colton. Above, volunteer teachers Dorothy Hobbs and Peter Mueller, pastoral associate at St. paniment for the music portion of the Faith Fun volunteers, helps Asher Cragg Mary’s, are shown with a group of the children. day. with one of the craft projects. Bishop to speak at Sacred Marriage Jubilee

OGDENSBURG - Bishop LaValley will preside at the annual Heart Foundation Dinner Marriage Jubilee Mass Sept. 25 at 2:30, honoring couples WATERTOWN – Bishop Terry R. in Champlain and at the State studied Canon Law at St celebrating anniversaries and their families. LaValley will be the featured University of New York. Paul’s University in Ottawa. Registration should be made with pastors. speaker at the 38th Annual He served six years in the In addition to many diocesan Further information is available from the diocesan Dinner of the Sacred Heart US Navy before beginning positions, he served in nu- Family Life Office at 315-393-2920, ext 420 or on the Foundation to be held Sept. studies for the priesthood. merous churches in the area. Website, www.dioogdensburg.org/family life. 21 at 6 p.m. at the North Side He studied Theology at Wad- Dinner tickets are still Improvement League. hams Hall and received his available at $30 each. They The annual dinner is the Master of Divinity Degree may be purchased from any most important fundraiser from Christ the King semi- Board or Honorary Council for the Foundation whose nary in East Aurora, NY. Member or by calling the Sa- only mission is to provide fi- He was ordained to the cred Heart Foundation Office nancial assistance to stu- priesthood in 1988. He later at 782-3344. dents studying to be Missionaries of the Sacred Heart priests and brothers. This year, 59 students in ten countries received scholar- ships. The Missionaries of the Sa- cred Heart have served the Diocese of Ogdensburg for more than 100 years. Bishop LaValley is the first Northern New Yorker to be ordained Bishop since 1939. He is a native of Mooers Forks, and attended school 8 Diocesan Life NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 9 SEPT. 14, 2011 SEPT. 14, 2011 Catholic HEART ‘GROWING WITH THE SAINTS’ AT SUMMER FAITH CAMP

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7 next summer’s activities. But Mrs. Kelly, too, looks for- we don’t have much choice: TO LEARN MORE ward to next year’s trip - and the camps fill by October.” would like to be able to bring Clearly the Catholic HEART Jocelyn Kelly and the stu- more campers. She hopes WorkCamp experience is well dents who travelled to to interest other parish worth the effort it requires. Catholic HEART WorkCamp youth groups from around “I have seen only positive the diocese. things come out of these have prepared a PowerPoint The logistics of a larger trips,” concludes Mrs. Kelly. presentation and are eager group are a bit daunting: “The kids get to see how peo- to share their experiences each camper pays $310 to ple less fortunate live, they with other parishes and participate, which will re- bond with other teens from quire more fundraising; the around the country, and they youth groups. To arrange a organization requires one come home changed for the presentation, or to learn chaperone (Virtus-trained better—more aware of the more about the program, and background-checked) for needs of others, more ready every five students; partici- to help where they can. please contact Mrs. Kelly at pating groups must provide “The spiritual growth is St. Mary’s Church in Fort Cov- transportation for the quite evident,” she said. “Last ington, 518-358-2500. campers. year, my daughter Abby Perhaps most significantly, worked in a women’s shelter plans must be made many and saw things she had than worth all the effort that months in advance. never seen before. But her goes into these trips.” “Camp registration closes eyes were also opened to a [The mission trip organi- early,” Mrs. Kelly explains, deeper truth. I realized just zation maintains a lively and “so we have to begin plan- how deep when she told me, comprehensive website at ning immediately. This is ‘Mom, these women have catholicheartworkcamp.org . tough, because many folks God.’ You can also find them on don’t like to commit now to “A lesson like that is more Facebook.] St. Mary's Parish in Potsdam hosted a Summer Faith Camp the first week of August with the theme of "Growing With the Saints.” The participants, grades K-5, learned about a different saint each day, their lives, and the ways that they lived the virtues of faith, hope, and love. The children also learned a bible verse each day, made crafts from the lives of the saints, had saint-themed snacks, Patty Moosbrugger, one of the Summer and joined in making beautiful music. The week was concluded with a Mass celebrated by Msgr. Robert Aucoin, the pastor of St. Ethan Loebs provides percussion accom- Mary's in Potsdam and St. Patrick's in Colton. Above, volunteer teachers Dorothy Hobbs and Peter Mueller, pastoral associate at St. paniment for the music portion of the Faith Fun volunteers, helps Asher Cragg Mary’s, are shown with a group of the children. day. with one of the craft projects. Bishop to speak at Sacred Marriage Jubilee

OGDENSBURG - Bishop LaValley will preside at the annual Heart Foundation Dinner Marriage Jubilee Mass Sept. 25 at 2:30, honoring couples WATERTOWN – Bishop Terry R. in Champlain and at the State studied Canon Law at St celebrating anniversaries and their families. LaValley will be the featured University of New York. Paul’s University in Ottawa. Registration should be made with pastors. speaker at the 38th Annual He served six years in the In addition to many diocesan Further information is available from the diocesan Dinner of the Sacred Heart US Navy before beginning positions, he served in nu- Family Life Office at 315-393-2920, ext 420 or on the Foundation to be held Sept. studies for the priesthood. merous churches in the area. Website, www.dioogdensburg.org/family life. 21 at 6 p.m. at the North Side He studied Theology at Wad- Dinner tickets are still Improvement League. hams Hall and received his available at $30 each. They The annual dinner is the Master of Divinity Degree may be purchased from any most important fundraiser from Christ the King semi- Board or Honorary Council for the Foundation whose nary in East Aurora, NY. Member or by calling the Sa- only mission is to provide fi- He was ordained to the cred Heart Foundation Office nancial assistance to stu- priesthood in 1988. He later at 782-3344. dents studying to be Missionaries of the Sacred Heart priests and brothers. This year, 59 students in ten countries received scholar- ships. The Missionaries of the Sa- cred Heart have served the Diocese of Ogdensburg for more than 100 years. Bishop LaValley is the first Northern New Yorker to be ordained Bishop since 1939. He is a native of Mooers Forks, and attended school 10 World/nation NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 7 SEPT. 14, 2011 SEPT. 14, 2011 Church will get through CATHOLIC 'difficult moment,' Archbishop Chaput says WORLD

sustained applause. the bishop's crosier. By Carol Zimmermann The archbishop in turn ex- "All of us should keep that AT A GLANCE Catholic News Service pressed his admiration for image in our hearts in the those in the Philadelphia months ahead because the PHILADELPHIA (CNS) - Archbishop Archdiocese, thanking them Good Shepherd really will Pope Benedict offers blessings on 9/11 anniversary Charles J. Chaput, installed for embracing him with bring the church in Philadel- WASHINGTON (CNS) -- Pope Benedict XVI offered his blessings to U.S. Catholics "such extraordinary kind- phia through this difficult Sept. 8 as the new arch- as they prepared to observe the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror bishop of Philadelphia, en- ness." moment in our history to se- couraged Catholics to know curity and joy and a better attacks. In a message to Archbishop Timothy M. Dolan of New York, president of they will get through the "dif- No bishop will try harder future," he said. the U.S. bishops, the pope said, "I join you in commending the thousands of vic- ficult moment" that the local Archbishop Chaput, who tims to the infinite mercy of Almighty God and in asking our heavenly Father to church is experiencing. to help persons who have turns 67 Sept. 26, was or- continue to console those who mourn the loss of loved ones." Pope Benedict Although rain prevented been hurt by the sins of the dained as a Capuchin Fran- told Archbishop Dolan, "I extend my most affectionate greetings to you, your an outdoor procession at the ciscan priest in 1970 and brother bishops and all those entrusted to your pastoral care, and I gladly im- Cathedral Basilica of Sts. past. And no bishop will became bishop of Rapid City part my apostolic blessing as a pledge of peace and serenity in the Lord." The Eight young people from the North Country spent part of their summer vacation giving service through Catholic Heart WorkCamp at at the age of 43. Peter and Paul, it did not message, dated Sept. 11, was released Sept. 9 in Washington. "The tragedy of a site in Massachusetts. In front are Anna Kelly, Fort Covington; Alannah Bingham, Fort Covington; Katie Christy, Canton; and Abby dampen the spirits of about work harder to strengthen A member of the Prairie that day is compounded by the perpetrators' claim to be acting in God's name," Kelly, Fort Covington; back, James Bashaw, Malone; Errolyn Bradley and Kayla Bashaw, Fort Covington; and Jordyn Black, Malone. At 1,700 people, including 400 and encourage my brother Band Potowatami tribe, he is right is James Bashaw, son of Deacon Bryan and Johnna Bashaw of Malone. priests and 100 bishops - in- the second Native American Pope Benedict said. "Once again, it must be unequivocally stated that no cir- cluding Bishop Terry R. priests and to restore the to be ordained a bishop in cumstances can ever justify acts of terrorism." He added, "Every human life is LaValley - who attended the hearts of our faithful the United States and the precious in God's sight and no effort should be spared in the attempt to pro- installation Mass. first Native American arch- mote throughout the world a genuine respect for the inalienable rights and Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, Catholic HEART WorkCamp The Mass took place after bishop. dignity of individuals and peoples everywhere." days of rain and local flood- new archbishop of Philadelphia A few times during his ing, and many in the congre- homily the archbishop He also repeatedly ac- likened his appointment to Vatican responds to Irish government report on clerical sexual abuse gation faced long detours VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- The Vatican forcefully denied it undermined the Irish just to arrive at the cathedral knowledged the difficulties the Philadelphia Archdiocese Eight North Country teenagers go to camp and ‘make a difference’ they currently face and must as "an arranged marriage," bishops' efforts to protect children from sexual abuse and characterized as "un- in the heart of the City of [Founded in 1993, the or- houses for families in need; Mrs. Kelly admits to find- she said. “My assignment continue to cope with, with- which drew some laughs founded" claims the Vatican tried to interfere in government investigations re- Brotherly Love. ganization hosted 11,000 working at a home for peo- ing this element of work was to help at a vacation out going into any details. from the congregation, espe- By Suzanne Pietropaoli Outside the cathedral, the garding church handling of sex abuse cases. The Vatican recognizes "the campers in sites across the ple with Alzheimer’s and camp especially inspira- bible school in a really poor "The church in Philadel- cially when he said the "Holy Staff writer struggles the archdiocese seriousness of the crimes" detailed in a government report about cases in the country in 2010.] other forms of dementia; tional: town. phia faces very serious chal- Father is the matchmaker." has faced in recent months Diocese of Cloyne, Ireland, and "has sought to respond comprehensively," said a FORT COVINGTON - For eight North “Their programs are de- helping at daycare centers “Watching 275 kids con- “The kids were adorable, lenges these days," he said He added that the pope were very apparent. communique released by the Vatican Sept. 3. The communique accompanied a Country teens, this year’s va- signed to give kids the op- for low-income families; as- nect in this way is amazing,” and everyone appreciated during his homily. "knows in his wisdom that A block away, Catholic high cation memories include portunity to see and serve sisting with food distribution she said. “There is plenty of the help we were able to "There's no quick fix to we will make a good family 19-page formal response to the Irish government's Cloyne Report on the dio- school teachers were picket- something unusual: a hot Christ in others, especially programs. laughter and sometimes give,” she said. problems that are so difficult together." cese and to statements made by the Irish prime minister and motions passed ing during the second day of July week spent serving the the most vulnerable,” Mrs. “Some of these assign- tears as the campers share at “If I weren’t going to col- and none of us here today, "For any marriage to work," by both houses of the Irish parliament concerning the report and the Vatican's their strike; in front of the needs of the disadvantaged Kelly said. “Catholic HEART ments were more physically a pretty deep level. It is al- lege, I would go back in a except the Lord himself, is a he added, "two things need involvement in how cases were handled. The Vatican said the report "brought cathedral, while members of in northeastern Massachu- WorkCamp offers great serv- demanding, while others ways inspiring.” heartbeat,” Kayla said. “It was miracle worker," he said. "But to happen. People need to the Neocatechumenal Way to light very serious and disturbing failings in the handling of accusations of setts. ice opportunities in many were more emotionally and The teens, too appreciate just an awesome experience!” the church is not defined by fall in love and together they sang and played guitars and sexual abuse by children and young people by clerics in the Diocese of Cloyne," Under the guidance of St. different locations, and com- spiritually demanding,” Mrs. what the evening offers. Ac- Fellow camper Katie her failures. And you and I need to be fruitful. drums, a group of people but it said the local bishop and his vicar general were to blame. The formal "Re- Mary’s of the Fort DRE Joce- bines that with faith experi- Kelly points out. “But no cording to St. Mary’s parish- Christy, a high school junior are not defined by critics or “That's what we need to protesting clergy abuse sponse of the Holy See" was hand-delivered Sept. 3 by Msgr. Ettore Balestrero, lyn Kelly, the group of high ences and lots of fun for the matter what the individual ioner and camp participant from Canton, shares Kayla’s those who dislike us." dedicate ourselves to today - marched silently, holding undersecretary for relations with states, to Helena Keleher, charge d'affaires at school students travelled to kids.” task was, by dinner time Kayla Bashaw, the evening enthusiasm. He told the congregation - to love one another and be aloft signs as a stinging re- Groton to participate in a In Groton , Mrs. Kelly re- everyone had put in a long, programs were “very spe- “We went to housing for that what the church does in fruitful together in the new the Irish Embassy to the Holy See in Rome, the Vatican said. The Irish govern- minder of the recent grand Catholic HEART WorkCamp lates, 275 campers were hard, and very good day.” cial.” displaced families and were coming months and years to evangelization," the arch- ment's Cloyne Report was issued July 13 and said then-Bishop John Magee of jury report that accused mission trip. housed in a central location But there was more to “There was worship, but all put to work cleaning yards, respond to challenges "will bishop said. Cloyne paid "little or no attention" to safeguarding children as recently as archdiocese officials of fail- Mrs. Kelly, who also led a and assigned in groups of come. Evenings at Catholic the music was teen oriented,” painting, and fixing what we define who we really are." Archbishop Chaput made 2008. But the report also accused the Vatican of being "entirely unhelpful" to ing to prevent abuse of chil- similar trip last summer, six or seven to various HEART WorkCamp are an im- she said. “There was also could,” she said. “The fami- He also promised them special note of the day of his dren. Irish bishops who wanted to implement stronger norms for dealing with accu- spoke with the NCC about homes and worksites in the portant part of the whole ex- dancing and singing, just lies were so appreciative! that "no bishop will try installation, the feast of Inside the majestic cathe- sations and protecting children. the organization, the experi- area. perience as campers come awesome stuff and some re- “The highlight was the last harder to help persons who Mary's birthday. dral though, members of the ence, and the impact on par- Rising at 6:15 each morn- together for Mass (optional), ally good fun!” day when their little girls have been hurt by the sins of He pointed out that Mary congregation greeted one an- ticipants. ing, the teens and their chap- dinner, fun, fellowship, For Kayla, who is off to col- wanted to come out and play the past. And no bishop will has been "a constant source other as if at a reunion, and “Our youth group had been erones reached their drama and music, followed lege this fall, the Catholic with us,” Katie said. “The work harder to strengthen of hope and protection" in they gave their new arch- looking for a week-long serv- worksites by 8:30 a.m. and by a Rosary (also optional) at HEART WorkCamp experi- evening program were great, and encourage my brother his vocation and hoped that bishop - who headed the ice opportunity,” she ex- worked a full day. The work 10 p.m. ence was “one of the best too. So many kids, so much priests and to restore the she would also comfort Denver Archdiocese for the plains, “and we were assignments varied widely, For nearly three hours, par- ever.” singing—it was loud, it was hearts of our faithful." members of the archdiocese past 14 years and before attracted by the fact that and included: preparing and ticipants share slides of the “I wanted to do something fun, it was cool! He urged Philadelphia "in the midst of the turmoil that, the Diocese of Rapid Catholic HEART WorkCamp is serving meals at an emer- workday, personal stories, to help make a difference, “I am definitely going back Catholics to keep in mind the of the church in our time, City, S.D., for nine years - a Catholic and has a lot of gency homeless shelter; seal- impromptu skits, and lots of and I knew that Anna and next year,” she said. warm welcome and long, image of Jesus as a good specifically in Philadelphia." shepherd -- symbolized in credibility. ing driveways and painting music. Abby (Kelly) really liked it,” CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 6 Diocesan Life NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC world/nation 11 SEPT. 14, 2011 SEPT. 14, 2011 OUR FAITH...OUR FAMILY - THE 2001 BISHOP’S FUND APPEAL Bishop LaValley’s Schedule Regional reflections For some students, faith a In his homeland, Fund supports Formation Sept. 15 – 9:45 a.m., Episcopal Coun- Every Saturday during the month of cil Meeting at the Bishop’s Residence October, the Department of Worship factor in decision process Pope Benedict to in Ogdensburg. is providing mornings of under- for Ministry program standing, reflection and prayer on person I want to be." what a Newman center is," Sept. 16/17 – Theology of the Body the changes in the Roman Missal for By Josh Noem Four years later, Imfeld is said Father Moran. "It isn't face challenges from careful formation, that have been successes and Workshop in Massena. the people of the Diocese. People in Catholic News Service starting his senior year at UP the same as a 'Smith Hall' or as student body president some other typical campus By Heidi Macko one is able to offer in there have been some wrin- the parishes will also have the op- Formation for Ministry program coordinator parishes. kles. Still, through the con- Sept. 18 – 2:30 a.m., Altar Servers PORTLAND, ORE. (CNS) - As a high and as a lead coordinator for building. A Newman center is By Cindy Wooden portunity for prayer and faith-shar- school senior, Zack Imfeld the campus ministry's flag- the church's outreach on that More than twenty years tinued support of each of our Appreciation and Youth Mass at St. Catholic News Service On September 6th, seventy ing experiences using the resource thought he wanted to go to ship retreat program. campus." ago, the insight of Bishop bishops, the program has Mary’s Cathedral in Ogdensburg fol- one eager and faith filled Brzana led to the establish- continued to grow and de- Lifting Up Our Hearts or another re- film school. He was involved When visiting a non- - In the days leading to Pope Benedict XVI's lowed by BBQ at the Knights of in his Los Angeles school's VATICAN CITY (CNS) people filled seats in three of ment of a program that velop. source to deepen their understand- Students face the task Catholic institution, students visit to his homeland Sept. 22-25, German media were ask- our Catholic Schools across would bring the laity to We are now able to take Columbus. ing of becoming an active television studio, he enjoyed should be direct about want- ing whether the pope would feel at home in the country he the diocese to participate in deeper understanding of advantage of technology to working with film in his free of making their faith ing to see the Newman cen- left 30 years ago. participant in the Liturgy. time, and his dad worked for web based instruction and their role in the life of the offer the program to more lo- Sept. 19 – 8:30 a.m., Opening Mass at ter, perhaps even calling Obviously, he visited Germany frequently while serving The dates for the Regional Saturday Warner Brothers. their own during their ahead to make an appoint- formation. Church, as anticipated by the cations across the diocese, Immaculate Heart Central School in in Rome and kept up with friends and colleagues and with These participants began developments of the Second provide opportunities for on- Mornings of Reflection follow. All "Plus, it sounded good college years ment, according to Marcel Watertown. developments in church life, theology and politics. As their journeys toward Com- Vatican Council. going formation for those al- the programs are scheduled for 9:30 when I told girls I wanted to Lejeune, a campus minister pope, he traveled to Germany in 2005 to celebrate World missioning as Lay Ministers. Bishop Brzana believed ready commissioned, and a.m. to noon, : make movies," he said. This fall, high school jun- at Texas A&M. Youth Day in Cologne and again in 2006 to visit Bavaria, At the start of his senior An admissions tour at a From Ogdensburg to Malone that, over time, lay ministers make it possible for those Sept.20 – 10 a.m., Diocesan Depart- Oct. 1 - St. James Church, Carthage iors and seniors across the the region where he was born and raised and served as a to Ticonderoga, families are year, when Imfeld composed nation will begin to prioritize state university could easily would be even more neces- discerning entry into the ment Heads Meeting at Wadhams Oct. 8 - Wadhams Hall, Ogdensburg theology professor and bishop. sacrificing and giving the gift sary to pastors as they program, as well as those a list of universities he their own college lists and neglect to mention campus After interviewing key Germans involved in planning the Hall in Ogdensburg. Oct. 15 of their support by sending worked to meet the needs of wishing additional review, to - St. Patrick’s Center, Port wanted to attend, the Univer- set out on fall road-trips for ministry resources. Admis- upcoming papal trip, Vatican Radio's German program in loved ones to classes that the faithful in the North audit the classes and take ad- Henry sity of Southern California campus visits. Catholic cam- sions counselors at public early September said there's a bit of a sense that the pope will enable them to serve our Country. He also believed vantage of the additional Sept. 21 - 6 p.m., Sacred Heart Oct. 22 - St. Bernard’s School, Cafete- and New York University pus ministers are encourag- schools cannot inquire about and Germans are strangers to each other. church family for many that the laity needed to be ministry workshops. Foundation Dinner at the North Side ria, Saranac Lake stood at the top because of ing families to let faith play a a student's faith background, The country was still divided into East and West Germany their programs in film. His role in those decisions as it so students should be proac- years to come. well educated in the faith, to This year, we have been Improvement League in Watertown. Oct. 29 - St. Peter’s Emmaus Hall, when he moved to Rome as head of the Congregation for Program participants will have opportunities to privileged to be able to part- list shifted, however, as his did for Imfeld. tive about identifying them- Plattsburgh the Doctrine of the Faith, and while the communists in the pass that gift on as they re- deepen their own spirituality ner with the Catholic Schools senior year wore on. "Parents could talk to stu- selves to campus ministers. East had succeeded to a large extent in severely limiting turn to serve in their parish and to understand their spe- in Ogdensburg, Ticonderoga "My dad told me to find a dents about how their own "Before getting to campus, Christian life and practice, church activity in the West still ministries, assisting in areas cific roles in ministry to oth- and Malone, and they are Rest in Peace job that would make me faith deepened in college and come up with a game plan was lively. of liturgy, work with the sick ers. sharing their facilities and happy," he said. "Film was the importance of grounding for how to get involved," In the past 20 years, the number of Catholics in Germany and elderly, catechesis for Protecting God’s Children something I enjoyed and was their academics in a holy Lejeune said. "If you want to To him, the goals were technology equipment with This week marks the anniversary has declined by almost 4 million, although the overall pop- young children and youth, clear, and as a result, the For- us. We have also added good at, but I grew so much lifestyle based on the prac- keep your faith, you have to The Diocese of Ogdensburg has ulation has increased by about 1 million, according to Vat- adult faith facilitation, family mation For Ministry program some instruction in Commu- of the deaths of the following from my high school youth tice of their faith," according put work into it. You have to ican statistics. T programs, outreach min- was developed, training nication and Collaboration clergymen men who have served in scheduled sessions for Protecting group and I wanted to con- to Father Marty Moran, exec- make good decisions, even he number of children under 7 baptized annually has istries, RCIA and a wide vari- began to move interested for participants, intended to the Diocese of Ogdensburg God's Children for Adults. Pre-regis- tinue that growth at the next utive director of the Catholic before you arrive on cam- dropped to about 170,000 from just above 290,000 in level. ety of other areas that will people toward more in-depth assist them in their future Sept. 14 – Rev. Russell Charles tration online is required in order to Campus Ministry Associa- pus." 1991. And the number of marriages performed annually in directly assist pastors in “I knew that being involved tion. LeJeune said a good cam- roles of ministry, and pastors ministries. O’Neil, 1951 participate. Participants may pre- Catholic parishes dropped from almost 111,000 in 1991 to their tireless efforts to reach in campus ministry was "When they make a visit to pus ministry challenges the began to look at the many Workshop formats are also register at www.virtus.org by select- less than 50,000 in 2009. out to so many. ways Commissioned Lay being renewed to provide a Sept. 15 – Rev. George Lessard, going to make me happy and campus, families should lo- prevailing culture on campus ing the registration button and Pope Benedict's pastoral visits are designed to strengthen None of this would be pos- Ministers could be of service. broader vision of the Com- O.M.I., 1978 become a better person," Im- cate the Catholic campus instead of accommodating it. and confirm Catholics in their faith and the statistics sible without support from Since its inception, Forma- missioned Lay Minister’s role Sept. 16 – Rev. Henri Victor following the directions. feld said. ministry center serving that "Campus ministry should clearly illustrate why the theme chosen for the pope's visit the Bishop’s Fund. tion For Ministry has offered in evangelization, liturgy and Lecompte, O.M.I., 1892; Rev. All employees and volunteers who Once he shifted his priori- college or university," Father give students what they to Berlin, Erfurt, Freiburg and Eichsfeld is: "Where there is So many wonderful people classes in theology, devel- catechesis for people of all participate in church sponsored ac- ties and began looking for a Moran said. need, not just what they God, there is a future." Alphonse Nolin, O.M.I., 1936 college that would support A Catholic institution will want," he said. "A campus serve in our parishes in a oped workshops to address ages. tivities with minor are required to As with Pope Benedict's visits to other European coun- wide variety unique ways, Sept. 17 – Rev. William E. Capron, his growth as a Catholic, the likely have a campus min- ministry should call its stu- specific areas of ministry, There is no doubt that we participate in this training. tries -- particularly to France in 2008 and to Scotland and and often ask what would and provided opportunities are moving forward to meet 1949; Msgr. Louis D. Berube, 1999 University of Portland in Ore- istry office as part of its stu- dents to live for something England in 2010 -- secularism is expected to be a key theme change in their ministries if for spiritual growth neces- the needs of the Church of Sept. 18 – Rev. Charles E. Campeau, Further information: Atonement Sis- gon climbed from eighth on dent service offerings, such greater." during the pope's trip. they were to enter the For- sary for the commissioning today and of the Church to- 1952 ter Ellen Donahue, phone, 315-393- his list to the top three. It is as a health center or office Making this call clear to "The Holy Father knows the situation of the church in mation For Ministry program of over 900 people through- morrow…our family, our Sept. 19 – Rev. Clement J. Dwyer, 2920. ext. 403. a Catholic school founded by for students with disabilities. students is a crucial task for Germany," Jesuit Father Hans Langendorfer, secretary of priests of the Congregation At a non-Catholic institution, campus ministers because for commissioning. out the diocese. church…thanks to the sup- O.S.A., 1956; Rev. Francis C. McMa- Upcoming programs: the German bishops' conference, told reporters Sept. 7. The real answer lies in the of Holy Cross, the same the Catholic community will students face the task of Like all programs, there port of the Bishop’s Fund. Sept. 15 - 6:30 p.m., St. Patrick’s, Port While the pope cannot resolve all of the problems and depth of service, resulting hon, 1975 order that was present at his most likely be gathered at a making their faith their own Henry tensions within the German church and society, Father Lan- Sept. 20 – Msgr. Edmund J. Brown, high school, so he had some Newman center. during their college years, gendorfer said, he will offer "his view of how the church in V.F., 1954; Rev. Donald Gallagher, Sept. 24 - 8:30 a.m., Immaculate confidence that his faith life Newman centers were in- said Mary Deeley, pastoral Germany can find new vitality, inner strength and opti- 1959; Rev. Edward J. Wright, 1993; Heart Central Intermediate School, would be supported on cam- spired by Blessed John Henry associate at the Sheil Center, mism for the future." Watertown pus. "The more I dug into UP, Newman, who encouraged which serves Northwestern Several groups have announced they will protest the Msgr. Floyd J. Brown, 1994 the more it felt right," he University in Chicago. Sept. 24 societies for Catholic stu- pope's visit, including a group that believes the pope's - 9:30 a.m., St. James Minor said. dents attending secular uni- This faith is "not the faith Church, Carthage speech Sept. 22 to the Bundestag, the German parliament, On his campus visit, he got versities. The first Newman of their parents nor is it their violates church-state separation. Some deputies have an- Sept. 27 - 6 p.m., Holy Family School, the feeling that "I'd be treated center was founded in 1893 faith when they were con- nounced they will leave the hall in Berlin's Reichstag Build- Malone as a person here, like I'd be- at the University of Pennsyl- firmed at (age) 13," she said. ing to protest. Nov. 5 - 1 p.m., Holy Ghost Academy, come part of a family. I knew vania, and there are now "They must be able to re- Archbishop Rainier Woelki of Berlin told reporters Sept. Tupper Lake this place was going to be about 1,500 of the diocesan- spond to the mature, adult 7 that the church is not worried about possible protests, more than a place I went to sponsored campus ministry call to holiness. Campus considering that Germany is a democracy. But, he said, it Nov. 17 - 6 p.m., Sacred Heart school. It would be a place centers. ministry should be a bridge Church, Chazy would be better if people heard what the pope had to say that would form me into the "Many people don't know to that." before reacting. 12 commentary NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 5 SEPT. 14, 2011 SEPT. 14, 2011 SCRIPTURE REFLECTIONS Youth buses for life march set Three buses will be depart- buses will depart from three zon Center Youth Rally for Learning to think with an attitude of gratitude ing from the North Country locations: Western Bus from Life and Youth Mass which is in January for high school Watertown’s Immaculate Monday morning before the How difficult it is to un- It’s his money, and he can right there in today’s first out of molehills, and so ex- students traveling to Wash- Heart Central Jr/Sr High March for Life. The March be- derstand today’s do what he wants reading from Isaiah. SEPT. 18 tend the hurt into months ington, DC’s March for Life. School at 9 a.m.; Eastern Bus gins at 1 p.m. on Monday, Gospel. with it. Actually, the Now we really have to face and years, when I could end Jan. 23. At the end of the 25th Sunday of the Year “The pilgrimage has gained from Albany’s Cathedral of Any self-respect- grumbling of those the lesson of the day - if my the whole thing quickly by popularity and the need for the Immaculate Conception March, the group travels ing union would who had worked a ways of thinking and judg- READINGS reconciling immediately. an additional bus was evi- at 10 a.m. and the new home. Students will miss be up in arms at full day was their ing are truly far from the Isaiah 55:6-9 How sad to see a son or a dent after last year’s trip,” Northern Bus from Massena’s school on Monday. the arbitrary treat- problem. They were Lord’s way, then I must have Philippians 1:20c-24, 27a daughter keep their dis- said Colleen Miner, director Trinity Catholic School at 7 Sign-ups begin October 3, ment the envious, and envy is some adjusting to do! tance from a dying parent, Matthew 20: 1-16a of the Respect Life Office. a.m. While buses travel sep- 2011. Cost is $110 per seat. landowner gave to a very human vice. Perhaps I need to work even refusing to attend the “We wish to accommodate all arately, they will meet in DC Both payment and com- his workers. Since it’s a parable harder in the areas of for- funeral! high schoolers who want to and all activities will be to- pleted permission slip must “Unfair!”, we cry told by Jesus, the giveness, mercy, and gen- Now, maybe that’s an ex- travel to DC to represent our gether. be received to reserve a seat. at the first hearing. landowner is obvi- erosity, to mention a few. admit that I demand apolo- treme example, but…how diocese at the national event. Overnight accommoda- All seats are on a first pay Then, as we sim- Monsignor ously God…and God St. Paul urges the Philippi- gies more than I give them. many times have I waited to We hate to turn anyone away tions are at a hotel in Vir- basis. All chaperones must mer down and Paul E. always wins. ans today to conduct them- And I use the excuse that reconcile until it was too from this spiritual and edu- ginia. be Virtus trained to partici- think, we have to Whitmore “My thoughts are selves in a way that is I’m the injured party, so late? The pain and stress on cational experience.” The group will tour the pate. admit that the not your thoughts, “worthy of the gospel of why should I go first! both parties is so unneces- “We try to keep it afford- Basilica of the Shrine of the To register, please send landowner has a nor are your ways my Christ”. That leads me to harbor sary. Both are the losers. able so every student has a Immaculate Conception on check payable to “Youth point in his defense. ways” says the Lord. It’s all If I’m honest, I have to grudges, to make mountains To forgive is to be free, chance to go but scholar- Sunday morning - the largest Buses for Life” with a permis- and to free the other person ships are available if money Catholic Church in the West- sion slip located at as well. is ever an issue,” said Miner. ern hemisphere. www.dioogdensburg.org/pro Once we have reconciled Father Mark Reilly will On Sunday afternoon -life/ to Respect Life Office, with a friend who has of- serve as the Eastern Youth (weather permitting) there John & Colleen Miner 175 fended us, or whom we Bus chaplain. The Western will be a national monument Lake Street, Saranac Lake, NY have offended, we open the Youth Bus chaplain is Father tour or time at a Smithsonian 12983 or call 518-891-2309 way to form a new and Bryan Stitt and the Northern Museum. Sunday evening for more information. closer relationship. And that Youth Bus spiritual director will include Mass, adoration, The flyer, permission slip could give us joy for years… is Deacon Brian Dwyer, confession and a concert by and tentative itinerary are lo- .instead of prolonged stress diocesan director of youth Catholic artist Matt Maher, cated at the Respect Life and unhappiness. ministry. sponsored by the Diocese of website and on the Pastoral To think as God thinks re- The schedule for the trip Arlington. Documentation page of the quires openness and a follows: The group is working on diocesan website, broad vision, free of self- Saturday, Jan. 21, 2012 the securing tickets for the Veri- www.dioogdensburg.org. pity and selfish brooding. It takes a habit of grati- tude. It means sitting down and reflecting, “What does God want me to do in this situation?”…and then, to have the humility and the grace to act accordingly. 4 Diocesan Life NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC entertainment 13 SEPT. 14, 2011 SEPT. 14, 2011 Maryknoll is honored at Mass in Malone AT THE MOVIES the Church to do God’s work CONTAGION By Shawn Ryan through mission. Staff writer “By its very nature, the Beth Emhoff (Gwyneth Pal- unknown virus, deemed seems to involve bats and Church is missionary,” the By Joseph McAleer trow) is feeling sick. Maybe "MEV-1," is found to be pigs. MALONE - Bishop Terry R. bishop said. “Our common Catholic News Service it's jet lag, or a hangover? deadlier and more virulent "Contagion" becomes a LaValley, presided at a spe- baptism charges us with the She's heading home to Min- than SARS or the H1N1 flu, fast-paced detective story cial Mass at Notre Dame joyful proclamation of the Don't forget to bring along neapolis from a business and a pandemic is immi- and a science lesson, inter- Church Aug. 28, honoring Good News to the ends of the a bottle of hand sanitizer trip to Hong Kong where nent. cutting scenes from around the Maryknoll missionary earth.” when you see "Contagion" she partied hearty in a "We must find ground the world with intense activ- order on the occasion of its (Warner Bros.), a compelling, casino with the locals. zero and see how this ity back home in the labora- 100th anniversary, Maryknoll Fathers and moment-by-moment ac- Pity Beth's husband, Mitch started," intones Deputy Di- tories. Missionary Brother Wayne count of a deadly virus' (Damon). He and his young rector Dr. Ellis Cheever (Lau- Meanwhile, an enterpris- Fitzpatrick, a native of Mal- Brothers are celebrating 100 march across the globe. son barely have time to wel- rence Fishburne). ing blogger, Alan one, was also honored. This Director Steven Soder- come Mom home before she Cheever dispatches his Krumwiede (Law), takes to years of service in 2011 dies, stricken by a mysteri- colleague, Dr. Erin Mears the Internet, fomenting un- year Brother Wayne, who is bergh juggles a galaxy of lu- CNS PHOTO/WARNER BROS. minaries here while ous ailment. Soon their son (Winslet), to Minneapolis. As rest, even anarchy. He ac- currently the assistant re- The missionary work of Anna Jacoby-Heron and Matt Damon reimagining the Hollywood is dead, too, as well as a lot a trained "epidemic intelli- cuses the government of gional superior of the Mary- the Maryknolls brings good star in a scene from "Contagion." disaster movie a la Irwin of people in Minnesota, gence service officer," she conspiring with pharmaceu- knoll US region, celebrates to more than just the people Allen (1974's "The Towering Chicago and Hong Kong -- tracks down everyone who tical companies and with- erence to an adulterous rela- his 30th year with the mis- and villages they serve, the Inferno"). Instead of Steve anywhere Beth has been re- had contact with Beth while holding the vaccine. tionship, and fleeting rough sionary group. bishop said. McQueen, Faye Dunaway cently. preparing the city to deal Krumwiede claims to have a language. The Catholic Weaving together a homily “We thank them for Paul Bork, associate regional director for and Paul Newman fighting When the doctors perform with the crisis and the cure himself -- but is it what News Service classification that touched on a reading strengthening the Church in the Northeast Mission Region of the fires, we have Matt Damon, an autopsy on Beth (one of mounting panic. Her coun- it seems? As the virus is A-III -- adults. The Motion from Jeremiah, experiences America through their mis- Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers, ad- Kate Winslet and Jude Law the film's gruesome mo- terpart in the World Health spreads by touch, seem- Picture Association of Amer- from his own youth, and the sionary work,” he said. “Our dressed the congregation at Notre trying to squash a new ments) and see something Organization, Dr. Leonora ingly no one is safe. ica rating is PG-13 -- parents history of the Maryknolls, faith is strengthened when Church in Malone Aug. 28 during a dioce- super-germ that is decimat- odd in her brain, it's time to Orantes (Marion Cotillard), The film contains disturb- strongly cautioned. Some Bishop LaValley touched on it’s given to others>’ san celebration of Maryknoll’s 100th an- ing the planet. call the Centers for Disease heads to Hong Kong and the ing images of dying people, material may be inappropri- the spirit and dedication of Paul Bork, the Associate It's Thanksgiving, and Control and Prevention. The source of the virus, which corpses and autopsies, a ref- ate for children under 13. niversary. Regional Director for the PHOTOS BY SHAWN RYAN North East Mission Region, Bishop LaValley is pictured after the anniversary Mass With Maryknoll Brother Wayne also addressed the congrega- Fitzpatrick, a native of Malone; and Father Joseph Giroux, pastor of Malone Catholic tion. He spoke of the good Parishes. works of the Maryknoll mis- out of love,” he said. “Why of Ogdensburg. He recog- sion: all the people who have else would we do it through nized their ongoing concern been baptized, been fed, and Jesus Christ?” and love for the poor come to know Jesus through Brother Wayne also spoke throughout the world. the work of Maryknoll. of the hope he takes from the But while an anniversary is Brother Wayne then people who make up the a time for reflection and summed up why he and his American Church, like those looking back, it is also a time fellow missionaries do what assembled at Notre Dame to look to the future, in this they do: “What we do is all and throughout the Diocese case, the next 100 years of Maryknoll, Brother Wayne said. “We will continue to sup- port the local Churches where we go, taking our lead from the local Bishops and local Churches,” he said. “We do it by listening to the local cultures and doing what they need, not what we think they need. That’s not always an easy thing for Americans to do.” 14 around the diocese NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 3 SEPT. 14, 2011 SEPT. 14, 2011 ADIRONDACK Time: Noon to 4 p.m. K OF C BRUNCH BLESSING OF ANIMALS Place: St. Mary’s Parish Center Lyons Falls – South Lewis Knights of Bishop presides at celebration honoring priests, brothers Cost: Adults, $8; Seniors, $7; Children, 6- Lake Placid – On the Feast of St. Francis Columbus will be having a brunch. 12, $6; under 5, Free; Take-outs call 529- Date a blessing of animals will take place. : Sept. 18 Missionary of Sacred Heart jubilarians honored 6580 Time Date: Oct. 4 : 8 a.m. to Noon Place WATERTOWN - On Sept. 3, Bishop 230 years of ministry as reli- Time: 2 p.m. : St. John’s Church Hall JEFFERSON Cost: Adults, $6; Children 5-12, $3; Terry R. LaValley trans- gious. Place: St. Agnes School formed the regularly sched- He gave special thanks to Under 5, Free MINISTRY TO MINISTERS uled Anticipated Mass at Our Bishop LaValley for his pres- PARISH MOUNTAIN CLIMB ,MASS Lady of the Sacred Church, ence and his truly inspiring Watertown – Commissioned Lay Minis- Keene – A Mass is to be celebrated on ST. HEDWIG’S POLISH FESTIVAL into a joyous celebration of words. It would be hard to ters are invited to Ministry for Ministers. Houseville top of Baxter Mountain. – St. Hedwig’s Parish is hold- thanksgiving and praise for imagine that anyone in atten- Date: Sept. 22 the consecrated life and for dance would not have been Date: Sept. 18 ing its annual Polish Festival to raise Time: 6 p.m. Mass the unique blessings that touched by the theme of the Time: 11 a.m. funds for church repairs and restoration. Place: St. Anthony’s Church Date men and women religious day: that baptism comes Features: Car pooling will take place in : Oct. 16 Features: Light supper will follow Mass. Time: After the 11 a.m. Mass bring to the life of the with a call to mission for the parking lot of St. Brendan’s church or Church and its mission. everyone and that the Fr. Doug Lucia will explain the changes Features: go to the trail start on route 9N on the Polish Food , Theme Basket Missionary of the Sacred Church needs not only dioce- to the New Roman Missal. top of Spruce Hill near the intersection Raffles, White Elephant and Bake Sale, . Heart Father Pierre Aubin, san priests and deacons, but The North County Catholicwelcomes contributions to “Around the Diocese”. Contact: Pat Fanning, 315-788-1101, of the road leading to Mountain House. Donations of theme baskets, white ele- superior of the Watertown women and men consecrated Parishioners are invited to send information about activities to: [email protected] for information. phant items and baked goods appreci- community of the Missionar- to the Lord in witness and CLINTON North Country Catholic, PO Box 326, ated. Monetary donations to defray ies of the Sacred Heart, in- service as religious sisters, Ogdensburg, NY 13669; fax, 315-394-0670; SPAGHETTI SUPPER expenses also accepted.Workers needed vited the bishop to join the brothers and priests—all of CLOTHING SALE e-mail [email protected]. Watertown – St. Anthony’s Altar Rosary celebration on the day set which, given the leadership Peru – St. Vincent de Paul Society will be Contact: Jo Ann 348-8735, Mary Ann Items must be received in the NCCoffice by the Thursday before publication. Church will be having Spaghetti Supper. aside to honor four men as of the local Ordinary, is what holding a sale of gently used winter 348-6260, or Mania 348-8636. Place:The Parish Hall Date: Sept. 29 they reached significant an- goes into making the Church clothing and footwear. niversaries marking their a family. ROAST BEEF & PORK DINNER Cost: Adults, $9; Children under 12, $5 Time: 4:30 p.m. to 7 ST. LAWRENCE Date: Sept. 17 and 18 years of service here and Bishop Terry R. LaValley joined members of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart in Watertown Sept.3 to celebrate special anniver- Whether in Watertown or in Ellenburg - CDA Court Little Rose # 1300, Features: Take-outs will be available Place: Msgr. Sechi Hall Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. GUN AND KNIFE SHOW overseas in the international saries for four of them. He is pictured with Father Richard Kennedy, 50 years of religious life; Brothers Pierre Marceau and Jean-Paul the 52 countries where the will hold an all you can eat Roast after 1:30 p.m. Cash raffle tickets and for Cost: Adults, $8; children $4.50; under Place: St. Vincent’s Thrift Store. Brasher Falls – The Knights of Columbus society of brothers and Paradis, 70 years; and Father David DeLuca, 50 years. Missionaries are to be found, Beef/Roast Pork dinner. other items will be available. 3, free; sauce, $5 per quart meatballs are will be hosting a Gun and Knife Show. priests. their end purpose is the Features: A large bag of missionary spirit over the overseas missionary with minister to the French popu- Date: Sept. 25 Quoting Sacred Scripture same: That the transforming $.75 Date: Oct. 1 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Oct. 2 9 entire 135 years of their more than 30 years among lation then living mostly to clothing/footwear will be $5. FRANKLIN and Papal documents on the love of the Sacred Heart of Time: 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Features: Take-out orders begin at 4 a.m. to 3 p.m. presence. the people of Papua New the north of the Black River. vows of chastity, poverty and Jesus may be known, cher- Place: St. Edmunds Parish Center HARVEST CRAFT FAIR p.m. Please bring your own containers Place: K of C Hall Guinea, continues to provide The MSC have served CHICKEN & BISCUITS obedience, the Bishop de- ished and shared by people Cost: Adults, $8.50; Children 5-12, Brushton – St. Mary’s Catholic Church Cost: $3; under 12 free must be accom- pastoral ministry on call chiefly as pastors and teach- Chazy – Sacred Heart Church will be scribed religious life not as The jubilarians everywhere, all to the greater $4.25; under 5, Free will be having their Harvest Craft Fair. from parishes in need of ers, as hospital and prison ST. THERESE PRAYER SERVICE panied by an adult. an institution, but as the liv- First among those honored honor and glory of God. having their annual Harvest Dinner serv- help. chaplains, and in giving help Features: Bake sale and raffle Drawings. Date: Oct. 1 Watertown – Please join us for the 8th Features: Many dealers will be present ing presence of Christ in the for their years of service, ing chicken and biscuits. Father Kennedy, who took to the needy and poor. Take outs available: Call 594-3121. Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Annual St. Therese Prayer Service. with all kinds of hunting, fishing, archery here and now on earth. To be Brother Peter (Pierre) Date: Sept. 25 over at the retirement of the Father Dostie was named Place: St. Mary’s Parish Center Date: Oct. 3 and sporting items. Dealers wishing to the heart of Christ among Marceau, MSC, is celebrating Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rev. Benoit Dostie as pastor the “Poor Man’s Priest” and CRAFTS AND BAKE SALE Features: Vendors from throughout Time: people in need of his mercy his 70th anniversary under 7 p.m. reserve tables can contact Phil Davis at of Our Lady of the Sacred received the Israel A. Shapiro Cost: Adults, $9; Children 6-12, $3; and love is the challenge laid religious vows. He is active in Mooers – The Ladies of St. Ann will be northern NY. Silent Auction, Bake Sale Place: St. Anthony’s Church 315-389-4627. Concessions stand avail- Heart in 1981, is now in his Award in 1975, given to Wa- under 5, Free to all men and women who retirement, still checking on holding their 24th Annual Crafts Plus and Pie Sale. Lunch will be available. Features: In these times of economic able, breakfast served until 11 a.m. second multi-year term. tertown’s citizen of the year. Features: Take-out orders are $9. Raffle, are called to religious life. maintenance needs in the and Bake Sale. Vendors are needed. $12 for a 6x6 struggles, coming together in prayer Contact: Phil Davis 315-389-4627 He taught at Immaculate In coming to Watertown, he Sinners’ Den Pantry. While acknowledging that MSC residence at 668 Date: Oct. 15 space. Call 518-529-6048. Heart Center, was principal exemplified the MSC’s com- strengthens us. Remember St. Therese’s the undivided gift of self to Thompson Street and acting of St. Peter’s High School in mitment to the ministry of Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. promise “To spend her Heaven doing POTSDAM LIFE CHAIN God is most evident in the as caretaker at the MSC sum- HARVEST DINNER his home town of Mansfield, the local Church. Place: St. Joseph’s Center. HOLY HARVEST FESTIVAL good on Earth.” Blessed roses will be Potsdam – Area Life Chain to be held. consecrated life, Bishop mer camp on Lake Ontario. West Chazy - St. Joseph’s Church will Ohio, spent several years on In coming from Watertown, Features: Lunch will be available. Many Malone - Malone Catholic Parishes is passed out, refreshments served Date: Oct. 2 LaValley left no doubt that Next in years of service, hold their 38th annual all-you-can-eat staff at a secondary school in Father Mark McDonald, MSC, space still available for vendors. Call planning a Holy Harvest Festival. vocations are not reserved to Brother Jean-Paul Paradis has Time: 1:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. the Province of New Ireland, who is now completing a six- Harvest Dinner. priests and religious alone, been a member of the reli- Marge Pombrio at 518-236-4577 Date: Sept. 18 LIFERIGHT MEETING Place: Gather in the parking lot across Papua New Guinea, and later year term in Rome as head of Date: Oct. 9 but are offered to every bap- gious community for 60 Time:noon to 4 p.m. Watertown - Liferight of Watertown will from the Roxy Theater returned to that same South the international society of Time: Noon to 5 p.m. tized member of the Mystical years. Retired from chap- EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Place: Holy Family School hold its monthly meetings on the third Features: Live out your faith, witness Seas nation to take charge of brothers and priests, reveals Place: Parish Center Body of Christ. laincy at Samaritan Medical Plattsburgh - Eucharistic Adoration is Features: A harvest menu will be served Wednesday of the Month. a secondary school in the its global commitment and Cost:Adults, $9; Children 5-12, $4; under against abortion, stand for life! In thanking the Missionar- Center, Brother Paradis held throughout the year every Wednes from noon to 3pm. There will also be a Time: 4 p.m. Province of East New Britain. reach. 5, Free; Take-outs, $9 ies of the Sacred Heart for serves as house manager, re- day, Thursday, and Friday. karaoke cakewalk and the children will Place: 312 Sherman St. Features: Buffet Style Turkey dinner EUCHARISTIC ADORATION their presence and ministry ceptionist and book keeper. Place: St John's Holy Family Adoration enjoy a bounce house, various games Contact: Phone 315-788-8480; web- He still does volunteer min- with all the trimmings plus pie. There Massena- St. Mary's & St. Joseph's has in the Ogdensburg Diocese, In the diocese since 1876 Gratitude expressed Chapel,downstairs and crafts. There also will be a harvest site: www.liferight.org. Bishop LaValley referred fre- istry at Samaritan Keep. The Missionaries of the Sa- will also be a Country Store, Grocery Cart Adoration every Friday. In opening the testimonial Time: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. table filled with goodies and a raffle Time quently to their missionary Being honored for 50 years cred Heart, founded by Jules dinner that took place after Raffle and a Benefit drawing. : 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Contact: call 518-561-5083 or email us with cash prizes. The Old Timers Band LEWIS Place: St. Mary's Church. character, not only evi- as religious are Fathers David Chevalier, a diocesan priest the liturgy, Father Aubin ex- DeLuca and Richard in France, first came to Wa- at [email protected] will provide entertainment. Festival din- Features: First Friday of each month is denced in their first coming pressed his gratitude for ANNUAL DINNER to Watertown, but in main- Kennedy. tertown in 1876 at the re- ner tickets will be sold at the event. SENIOR MINISTRY COMMITTEE those who came to honor the Mooers Forks – St. Ann’s will be having ESSEX preceded by Benediction. taining and sharing their Father DeLuca, a veteran quest of Bishop Wadhams to Adult tickets are $10, Seniors $8, Chil- Lowville – The Senior Ministry Commit- four MSC for their combined their annual Harvest Dinner. ROAST BEEF HARVEST DINNER dren $6, and under five are free. tee has invited the Lewis County Office Date: Sept. 18 NOVENA FOR MILITARY Elizabethtown – St. Elizabeth’s Church for the Aging to presentation on Ogdensburg - Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Notre Dame Church is will hold its annual Roast Beef Harvest TURKEY DINNER Medicare, Medicaid and EPIC. Place: St. Ann’s Center holding a weekly novena for the safety Dinner. Brushton – St. Mary’s will be having a Date: Sept. 15 Cost: Adults, 9; Senior Citizens, $8; Kids of U.S. military personnel Date: Oct. 9 Harvest Turkey Dinner. Time: 1 p.m. Date 6 and older, $5; under 5, Free; Takeouts, : Tuesday evenings Time: 2 p.m. to 6 Date: Sept. 25 Place: St. Peter’s Church $9 Time : 6:30 p.m. 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. As Isaiah pointed this out in the First She died Sept. 1 at The excitement starts share a Mass and a meal Reading when God’s ways and thoughts are not the same as our ways and Canton – Dennis L. “DJ” Solon, 31; Funeral geon, 40; Funeral Services Sept. 8, 2011 SR. JENNIFER VOTRAW, SSJ on Friday when interna- with Bishop LaValley. Pinecrest Manor. Burial is in Services Sept. 10, 2011 at St. Mary’s thoughts, we are often inclined to question God’s thought processes. Why is He at Church of the Sacred Heart; burial in Secretary-Treasurer tionally known speaker Even our most energetic Salute to the St. Joseph Cemetery Church. Calvary Cemetery. MARY LOU KILIAN and writer Christopher bishop might feel the so generous, so merciful, and so slow to anger? We become dumbfounded! She was born Oct. 10, 1917 Editor/ West arrives in Massena need for some vacation The Gospel story is a difficult parable to understand because the work world in Ellenburg, daughter of the Chateaugay – Gloria LaClair Honsigner, Massena – Alice M. Greene, 71; Funeral General Manager for two day-long presen- time after all this but does not operate in the way God does. God’s generosity of mercy, forgiveness, late Paul and Augusta Pate- 68; Funeral Services Sept. 5, 2011 at St. Services Sept. 8, 2011 at St. Joseph’s tations on the Theology there’s certainly no slow- and love are His to give. We cannot limit God’s immeasurable love. These are His catechists naude Langevin, and at- Patrick’s Church; burial in Whispering Church; burial in Calvary Cemetery. Publish 45 is- of the Body. down in sight. gifts and they are not something that we earn or deserve. No matter how much tended Ellenburg Public Maples Memorial Gardens. sues per year: This is good news on a Before September ends, Schools. Weekly except work we do for God, it is not a pay-off for how well we have done the work. God From the Director’s Desk, She also studied at St. Bene- Massena – Thomas E. Welch, 59; Funeral couple levels. Mary Lou he’ll be joining married Copenhagen – Wayne F. Woodard, 69; Fu- Services Sept. 9, 2011 at St. Mary’s issue after First, it’s always good couples, school kids, staff does not act in this fashion. God is generous to us because God has chosen to be Sister Mary Ellen Brett, SSJ, dict's Academy in St. Marys. Christmas, one Kilian generous to us! There is no explanation for this. This is who God is. She entered the Novitiate in neral Services Sept. 12, 2011 at St. Mary’s Church; burial in St. Edmund’s Cemetery, for us to get together to members and Serra Club Church; burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery. week in April, learn new things. pilgrims for their special Even St. Paul struggled to know God’s plan for him whether to live or to die Diocesan Mission Director 1938; took her first vows in Ellenburg. one Week in Oc- Secondly, it’s always events. and be with Christ. With the grace of the Risen Lord, he becomes indifferent to 1939; and her perpetual vows The 2011-2012’s school year has begun in earnest. Crown Point – Bernice J. (Russell) Ross, tober and every other week in good for us to get together! Phew! living or dying. Paul trusts in God’s ways and thoughts and knows that God’s plan on July 11, 1942. Massena – Henrietta K. “Henny” July and August by the This means that a new Holy Childhood Association year Sister Jean Marie celebrated 85; Funeral Services Sept. 5, 2011 at Sa- (Matthews) Yelle, 81; Funeral Services In our large diocese, any oppor- In the midst of all the activity, will unfold for him. for the students in our Catholic Schools and parish reli- Diocese of Ogdensburg. tunity we can take to spend time though, we can’t forget our most her silver anniversary on July cred Heart Church; burial in White Church Sept. 5, 2011 at St. Joseph’s Church; burial 622 Washington Street, Og- God’s way of forgiveness and mercy are to become our ways and thoughts. gious education programs have also started. 11, 1964; her golden jubilee Cemetery. in Calvary Cemetery. with members of our family of important job as Catholics – to Children are called to be missionaries through their densburg, N.Y. 13669. faith from Lowville, Louisville, pray. We pray for help in The Lord’s Prayer, “Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive on July 11, 1989; and her di- those who trespass against us.” The measure of our mercy and forgiveness must prayers and sacrifices for the missions during the amond jubilee on Aug. 22, Fort Covington – Lucille A. (Beaulne) North Bangor – April L. (Perry)Paquin, Editorial Office: Lake Placid – and even Lake Pleas- This week, we are asking for a school year. Teachers and parents are called upon to 622 Washington Street, ant (!) – must be cherished. special focus of prayer: our semi- be with the same generosity of God. 1999. Rochefort, 84; Funeral Services Sept. 12, 68; Funeral Services Sept. 8, 2011 at St. The Entrance Antiphon for today’s Liturgy, “I am the Savior of all people. What- instruct such children to become mission-minded She received her bachelor 2011 at St. Mary’s Church; burial in St. Augustine’s Church; burial in Notre Dame Ogdensburg, N.Y. 13669. I’m so looking forward to seeing narians who are spending Sep- through their participation in HCA programs. old friends and maybe making tember in brand new classrooms. ever their troubles, I will answer their cry, and I will always be their Lord.” No one of science degree in Elemen- Mary’s Cemetery. Cemetery, Malone. Telephone: HCA is about children. It’s about children in the U.S. tary Education from Villanova some new ones as we all “Cele- Read page 13 of this week’s is excluded from God’s heart. As we gather together as a Family of Faith in the learning what is asked of us as members of God’s fam- (315) 608-7556 brate Christ” together! North Country Catholic to see ex- celebration of the Eucharist, we act and pray as the Body of Christ, bringing to- University and was a gradu- Glenfield – Ruth A. (Henry) Western, 97; Ogdensburg – Joyce C. (McCullum) Bre- ily. It’s about impoverished children in developing ate of the Plattsburgh Busi- This weekend is also the time actly who we can be praying for. gether all of God’s people to give Him honor and glory and to thank Him for His countries receiving the help they so desperately need. Funeral Services Sept. 5, 2011 at St. mer, 81; Funeral Services Sept. 10, 2011 E-mail: we’ll be asked to make a commit- Finally, for September, we’ll add ness School.. Mary’s Church; burial in Old Glendale generosity. HCA’s theme for the 2011-2012 school year is “We at Fox & Murray Funeral Home; burial in news@northcountry ment to the 2011 Bishop’s Fund a little commercial: there’s still Through the years, she Cemetery. Kars, Ontario. catholic.org In the Creed, we profess that God is the Savior of all people. On Sunday, No- must love each other.”(1 John 4:7). As the Gospel re- served as a teacher, librarian Appeal, doing our part to support some room on our March 2012 minds us, it is not so difficult to share with others “Our Faith and Our Family.” pilgrimage to Italy with Bishop vember 27, the First Sunday of Advent, we will profess the Profession of Faith and principal. Gouverneur – Gladys (McCartha) Ogdensburg – Robert McGaw, 70; Fu- Entered at the knowing that the kindness will be repaid. But Jesus In addition, parishes will recog- LaValley and just a couple weeks with some different words and phrases. These words and phrases are forms of She is survived by one Kennedy, 97; Funeral Services Sept. 5, neral Services Sept. 5, 2011 at Frary Fu- Post Office: asks us to treat others, regardless of their situation, as brother, Gerald "Joe" nize religious education teachers to sign up with the pre-October creedal statements that we profess as tenets of our Catholic faith. We, as a com- we ourselves would like to be treated - with compas- 2011 at St. James Church; burial in East neral Home. Ogdensburg, NY as part of the church’s observance discount! Langevin of Florida. 13669 as munity of believers, profess Our Faith and confess as Our Family that we believe sion, understanding, and generosity. HCA members Riverside Cemetery. of Catechetical Sunday. The excitement never ends! In addition to her parents, Ogdensburg – Dr. Richard D. Ward Jr. OD, Periodical Postage. in God’s thoughts and actions as His plan of salvation. Our Faith is a spirituality of strive to follow Jesus’ command to us by loving and she was preceded in death by Harrisville – Joseph D. Lancor, 82; Funeral 79; Funeral Services Sept. 12, 2011 at St. growing in union with the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Every time we caring for children whom they have never even met. three brothers, Roderick, Subscription: make the Sign of the Cross and pray the Glory Be prayerfully and reverently, we These young people reach out without expecting repay- Edgar, and Paul Langevin; and Services Sept. 7, 2011 at St. Francis Mary’s Cathedral; burial in St. Mary’s For one year: grow more deeply in union with the Trinity. The communion that the Father, the ment - although the knowledge of the difference they six sisters, Mina Warner, Solanus Church; burial in St. Francis Cemetery. In-Diocese Rate: $25 Son, and the Holy Spirit share with each other is the communion to which each are making is often their reward. Jeanette Patnode, Clarinda Cemetery. Outside of Diocese Rate: $28 The Holy Childhood Association, HCA, was founded of us is called. Any genuine communion that we would ever hope to have with McQuaid, Sister M. Angela, Plattsburgh - Jean A. “Chick” (Phifer) Canadian Rate: US Funds $45 over 150 years ago for young Catholics in Mission is an Hogansburg – Alexander A. Gabri, 79; Fu- Johnson, 80; Funeral Services Sept. 6, our brothers and sisters in faith must be rooted in the communion we already OSB; Sister Paula, OSB; and international organization dedicated to mission aware- Sister Bonaventure, OSB. neral Sept. 9, 2011 at St. Patrick’s Church; 2011 at Our Lady of Victory Church; burial Matters for publication have with God in Jesus Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit. We, Our Family, pro- ness among elementary school-age children. Author- In lieu of flowers, memori- burial in Calvary Cemetery, Massena. in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. should be fess together “ ‘I’ believe….” ized by the Vatican, and in collaboration with the U.S. als may be made to the St. addressed to The Department of Worship is offering Regional mornings of Reflection and Bishops, HCA distributes educational and fund raising Keeseville – Jean (Ilardi) Ferrante, 94; Rouses Point – Margaret (Marotta) PO Box 326 Joseph Monastery, 303 Prayer around the Diocese on each Saturday in October from 9:30 am-12:00pm materials to Catholic Schools and RE/CCD students Church St., St. Marys, PA Funeral Services Sept. 10, 2011 Immacu- Moore, 96; Funeral Services Sept. 7, 2011 Ogdensburg, NY 13669 throughout the United States. Fund raising proceeds, and should be received by for the people of the parishes to come together to reflect on these changes in a 15857. late Conception Church; burial in parish at St. Patrick’s Church; burial in Union realized through the efforts of children, are used for cemetery. Cemetery, Mayfield. Thursday prior to prayerful manner. (See schedule on page 6) Novena to the Holy Spirit will begin the needs of less fortunate children in Third World situ- publication. next Sunday, September 25 for the fruitfulness of the implementation of the ations and children’s education materials in the U.S. AuSable Forks – Howard J. Blaise, 80; Fu- Third Edition of the New Roman Missal. Parishes will also be using Lifting Up Our neral Services Sept. 10, 2011 at Holy Lowville – Kenneth J. Boshart Sr., 91; Fu- Tupper Lake – Bonita Christian, 53; Fu- HCA is really children helping children. The results neral Services Sept. 8, 2011 at St. Peter’s neral Services Sept. 6, 2011 at Holy Name Paper is printed each Hearts or other resources, where Small Christian Communities will reflect on the are tangible and significant. In third world nations, Name Church; burial in parish cemetery. Church; burial in St. Stephen’s Cemetery, Church. Monday; deeper meaning of the Creed “I Believe” in faith sharing experiences. Sign-Up children receive food, medicine, shelter and education. dateline is Wednesday. Croghan. Sunday for these sessions will be Sunday, September 25. In the countries that give assistance, children become AuSable Forks – Beverly Ann Devost, 76; Member, Catholic Press aware of the bonds that link them with others, and they Funeral Services Sept. 8, 2011 at Holy Watertown – David B. Gardner, 56; Fu- Association. Novena Prayer grow in understanding and love. Name Church; burial in Holy Name Ceme- Lowville – Kyle B. Grimmer, 69; Funeral neral Services Sept. 5, 2011 at Sacred Receive, Lord, my entire freedom. Accept the whole of my memory, My intel- Services at Iseneker Funeral Home, Inc.; POSTMASTER: In closing, I would like to share with all our children, tery. Heart Church; burial in Sanford Corners lect and my will.Whatever I have or possess, It was you who gave it to me; I re- burial in St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery, Send address changes to teachers and cathechists alike the “Prayer for Mission”. Cemetery. store it to you in full, and I surrender it completely to the guidance of your will. Belfort. North Country Catholic, Dear Jesus, Open our hearts to live and love as you Brasher Falls – Michael L. Best, 59; Fu- Watertown PO Box 326 Give me only love of you together with your grace, and I am rich enough, and ask taught us. Show us how we can grow strong as your neral Services Sept. 9, 2011 at St. Patrick’s – Nancy L. (Cross) Randall, Lyons Falls – Burt E. Green, 83; Funeral Ogdensburg, NY for nothing more. Amen. global family of faith. May the Holy Spirit guide us into Church. 74; Funeral Service Sept. 7, 2011 at Our Services Sept. 10, 2011 at St. John’s 13669-0326 your mission to all nations. Amen. Lady of the Sacred Heart. 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!