The Transfiguration Of The Lord

THE TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

MASS INTENTIONS AUGUST 26– SEPTEMBER 3, 2006 SATURDAY 8/26 4PM Anthony DeMarco by his family Joseph Scambelluri by his family Deceased Members of the Buono Family by their family Al Hopeck (9th anniversary ) by his family PARISH OFFERINGS SUNDAY 8/27 8AM Nicholas S. Praga by Cynthia and DennisGeneral O’Sullivan collection $5183 Flood victims $1062 10 AM Domenico and Filomena Greci by their daughter Joanna John H. Riley by Cynthia and Dennis O’Sullivan Silvino Di Pierdomenico by Pasquale and Angela DeThomasis Walter S. Pratt (36th anniversary) by the Griffith family Jean Arduini Celleni by Mary and Georgeann TUESDAY 8/29 12:10 PM Sr. M. Andre Becker by Rita Zenzen WEDNESDAY 8/30 12:10 PM Diane M. Smith by the Smith family THURSDAY 8/31 12:10 PM The Parish of St. John the Evangelist and St. Joseph FRIDAY 9/1 12:10 PM Julia and Andy Hart by their estate SATURDAY 9/2 4 PM Mal Woodard by his wife Helen Wilsey by her daughter Roger Gaboriault by St. John’s Rosary Altar Society Joseph Keefe by the Garrigen and Pilea families SUNDAY 9/3 8 AM Kate and Vince Boyle 10 AM Elena Greci by Sue Fiacco John “Brud” Heck by Pat and David Whitford Rose Tirino by Mr. And Mrs. Mario Marcoccia Lee Bridenbeck by Rose and Pat Cristo

DIED IN THE HOPE OF RISING AGAIN YOUR PRAYERS ARE REQUESTED We extend our condolences to the family of Mary Remember Philip A. Lacavita, Philip J. Lacavita (father Vanderpool, whose funeral mass was celebrated at the and son), Harriet Millea, Dolores Perry, Patricia Redden, Church of St. John the Evangelist last Thursday. Burial was in Ann Reynolds, Phil Smith and Mary Spath in your prayers. Albany Rural Cemetery, Menands. “Blessed are the dead who Kindly call the parish office with any additions or updates. die in the Lord.” BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC before all masses this weekend. Did you remember to come SEPTEMBER 2, 2006 4 PM early and have your blood pressure checked? Next month’s ALTAR SERVERS George and Samantha Harrienger clinic will be the last weekend of September (the 23rd and LECTORS Judy Holstein (1) Erica Dixon (2) 24th), again before all weekend masses. EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS Bev Nead (CH) Dot Teator (TC) WE EXPRESS OUR CONGRATULATIONS to Mary Chloe Van Aken (MPH) John White (TH) Hempinstall, who we believe to be our oldest parishioner. Sandy Raus (MC) Denise Gagnon (gallery) Mary will celebrate her 99th birthday on August 31. May ALTAR WORKERS God continue to bless her abundantly. Sandy Raus, Lisa DeThomasis and Mary Ann West

SEPTEMBER 3, 2006 8 AM LAST WEEK’S PARISH COLLECTION $4150.50 ALTAR SERVER Pierre Sandaire LECTORS Ed Dorsey (1) Mary Frazier (2) DIOCESAN COLLECTION THIS WEEKEND EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS The Catholic Home Missions Appeal (CMHA) offering, Jane Smith (CH) George Agars (MC) collected at all masses this weekend, will reopen church Mary Agars (TC) buildings and restart programs for those still reeling from the catastrophic devastation caused by Hurricanes Katrina and 10 AM Rita, particularly in the Archdiocese of New Orleans and the ALTAR SERVERS Caelin Mooney and Danielle Simmons Diocese of Biloxi. Our bishop thanks us for our continued LECTORS Bill Mahar (1) Ron LaCoy (2) prayers as well as our monetary support. EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS Judy Morris (TPH) Kathy Morris (MPH) A FAMILY PERSPECTIVE by Bud Ozar Jean O’Donnell (CH) Janice Presti (TC) In today’s Gospel reading the disciples had second thoughts Mary Reilly (MC) about Jesus. Disillusion is normal in any relationship. Commitment to another guides us beyond disillusionment to a deeper, more real and satisfying relationship. Commitment, Farewell and Godspeed, not feelings, makes the difference. Fr. Forno! FAITH FORMATION REGISTRATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHRISTIAN SERVICE Registration for all grades in the Faith Formation program of CoNSERNS-U BACK TO SCHOOL PROGRAM our parish will take place Monday-Friday, September 11-15 Funding for school clothing comes entirely from the from 9 AM until 4 PM in the McManus Center. The tuition contributions of caring individuals and community businesses. is $25 per child; maximum for a family is $60. Those children If you are willing to help, please make checks payable to preparing for the reception of a sacrament are assessed an CoNSERNS-U, PO Box 765, Rensselaer 12144-0765. additional $20. Bus transportation from the Van Rensselaer Questions? Call Colleen (463-8571) or Bob and Holly Elementary School to the McManus Center will be provided. th Flynn (674-0670).There are boxes in the gathering spaces of Classes begin on Wednesday, September 27 . For more both churches for school supply donations (pens, pencils, and information, call Linda Remington at 465-0932, extension 17. markers, looseleaf paper, folders and binders, and backpacks.) Questions? Call Colleen Pidgeon (463-8571) or Linda Banker YOUR HELP IS NEEDED (465-0482, ext. 16). Thank you for your generosity to your Would you like to participate in the joy and privilege of neighbors in need! helping to form the faith of our children? Catechists are needed to teach in our weekly Faith Formation program on COMMUNITY NEWS Wednesdays from 3:30 – 5 PM. We are in particular need of nd one to prepare the 2 grade children for First Communion. THE LAST FREE COMMUNITY CONCERT Call the extension above if you willing to serve Christ and his This Wednesday, August 30 from 6-8 p.m. at Riverfront Park, Church in this way. hosted by the Rensselaer Senior Center. The THIS WEEK “Upstate Swing Band” will perform this week, sponsored by W. J. Lyons, Jr. Funeral Home, OUR LADY OF PEACE PRAYER GROUP will meet Incorporated. In the event of inclement weather, the this Monday, August 28 at 7 PM in St. John’s concert will be held at the Rensselaer Senior Center Church. on East and Herrick Streets.

ST. JOSEPH’S ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY will ST. AMBROSE SCHOOL in Latham is sponsoring the have an important meeting in the parish hall at St. Joseph’s Carson and Barnes Circus at Riverside Park in Rensselaer th at 7 PM this Monday, August 28 . Agenda items include this Friday, September 1, with shows at 4:30 and 7:30 PM, merging our two formerly separate societies into one in order with the “Incredible Flying Fernandez Family,” an aerial to model the unity of our parish, the “Pound Party” on buffet and the “best elephant performing act under the Big st September 21 , the Annual Communion Buffet after the Vigil Top.” Advance discounted tickets (785-6453) for adults are th mass on Saturday, October 28 , and a trip to the “Festival of $18, which includes one free ticket for a child under 12. Lights” in December. Your attendance and input are vital. Additional children’s tickets are $10, both in advance and at Need a ride? Call Norma Finlan at 465-0691. the door. Adult tickets at the door: $20. This is a fun way to support the mission of our Catholic schools. LOOKING AHEAD WHAT DO YOU THINK IS THE MOST URGENT IN OBSERVANCE OF THE 5th ANNIVERSARY of QUESTION FACING CHRISTIANS TODAY? the tragic events of 9/11 (Monday, September 11, 2006), our You can hear a panel of theologians from St. Bernard’s School parish wishes to provide a place for prayer and meditation of Theology and Ministry discuss this on Thursday, throughout the day. Because of its central location and September 7 at 7 PM at The Church of St. Vincent de Paul, proximity to the Amtrak station, the decision has been made to 900 Madison Avenue, Albany. Come listen and ask questions. have St. John’s Church open to the public from 9 AM – 4 PM. There will be a devotional center with votive candles, “ SAVVY CAREGIVER TRAINING” is a free, six prayer cards will be available, and a video will play session program sponsored by Hawthorne Ridge each continuously. We would like to have parishioners on hand to Wednesday, September 6 – October 11 from 10 AM – 12 extend hospitality. Can you help? If you can be present that Noon in the East Greenbush Community Library at 10 solemn day for an hour or a half-hour watch, please sign up on Community Way. Plan to attend or have questions? Call 833- the clipboard in the back of the church after each of our 111. weekend masses. MAKING ENDS MEET can take a lot of effort. Do you THE ANNUAL PADRE PIO FEAST DAY MASS wish you and your spouse could talk about something besides rd will be held on Saturday, September 23 at 4 PM in The all the stresses in your life? A Marriage Encounter Church of St. John the Evangelist, followed by Weekend gives you the time and tools to revitalize romance, refreshments. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS WILL BE deepend communication and nourish your entire relationship. OUR ONLY PARISH VIGIL MASS FOR THAT Weekends are planned for September 22-24 (in honor of the WEEKEND. There will be NO 4 PM VIGIL MASS in The late Fr. Tony Diacetis) and November 1-12. Call Ed and rd Church of St. Joseph on Saturday, September 23 . Rhonda Staats at 279-3243 or 1-888-824-6420 for more information. A FEW TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE for the bus trip to the Wintergarden Theatre in Manhattan for the A cordial welcome to our Sacramental production of “Mama Mia” on Wednesday, September 13. Associate, Fr. Cullinane! Call 465-0932, extension 17 if you’re interested.