16 the Gallery NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC The Diocese of Ogdensburg Volume 68, Number 13 JULY 31, 2013 INSIDE SUMMER TIME IN GOD’S COUNTRY THIS ISSUE New pastor in NONORTHRTH C COUOUNTRYNTRY Champlain FACES named l PAGE 3 invites young people to follow OF FAITH Jesus l PAGE 10 CATHOLIC JULY 31, 2013

World Youth Day begins CLOSING

RIO DE JANEIRO (CNS) -- In his first a French pilgrim who died make disciples of all na- by Brazilians, but featuring remarks to the young people July 17 in a car accident in tions." groups from around the at the huge . The nations were present globe. Farewell to celebration on the beach The celebration also in- on the windswept, rain- Jesuit Father Federico July 25, spoke cluded a "shout out" to re- drenched beach where hun- Lombardi, Vatican St. Patrick’s of belonging to the great tired Pope Benedict XVI, who dreds of thousands of young spokesman, said an esti- family of faith and that in- chose Rio as the site of people began gathering just mated 1 million people were cluded a moment of silent World Youth Day 2013 and after noon for a program of on the beach for the cere- prayer for Sophie Moriniere, selected its theme: "Go and prayer and song dominated mony with the pope.

Envisioning OUTSTANDING TEACHER Charter Document As part of the ongoing process of discerning a Mu- Nineteen children took part in the 2013 Vacation Bible School at the Church of the Visitation in Norfolk. They journeyed with St. Paul Msgr. John R. Murphy was honored on the 40th Anniversary of his ordination to the tually Shared Vision and to Athens to hear the truth. Shown, front from left are Areonna LaShomb, Serenity Akins, Aries Akins, Harmonie Akins and Dominic priesthood by the parishioners of the Church of the Visitation, Norfolk; St. Andrew's, diocesan priorities for the LaShomb ; second row, Carol O'Brien Gonthier, Laneè Rogers, RJ Wolfe, Maddie Tessier, Margaret Wagstaff, Carl Morris, Joshua King, Norwood; and St. Raymond's, Raymondville, the three churches of which he is pastor. next five years, Keely Ashley and Jessika Bullock and Austin LaShomb; and back, St Paul (aka Msgr. Murphy), Hayden Bullock, Stephen Wagstaff, He received a new chasuble depicting a Celtic Cross and was honored at a Mass in Nor- LaValley and his Envisioning Kathie Ashley, Kris Layo, Micaela Trimm, Al Layo, Kathy Wolfe and Pat Fetterly. folk followed by a reception in the parish center with about 165 in attendance. Leadership Team have cre- ated a Charter Document to guide their discussions dur- ing the coming months. Highlights of the docu- ment, in the form of fre- quently asked questions St. Patrick’s Church in Hogansburg about the envisioning process, are printed in this was filled to capacity July 7 for the week’s NCC. Bishop LaValley final Mass at the 179 year-old church. plans to release a pastoral Bishop Terry LaValley and pastor Fa- letter on the Mutually ther Martin Cline, shown above, were Shared Vision in March 2014 joined by more than a dozen diocesan priests in concelebrating the Mass. In FULL STORY, PAGE 4 his homily, Bishop LaValley said, PHOTO BY VALERIE MATHEWS “Though this parish closes, we live Aimee Biedekapp, a science teacher at Immaculate Heart Central Junior/Senior High School in Watertown, has been named the NCC summer 2013 Outstanding Catholic School Teacher for the Diocese of Ogdensburg. She was honored at a July 17 luncheon at the under God’s providence. He has a plan Bishop’s House in Ogdensburg. Above, first row from left, are St. Joseph Sister Shirley Anne Brown, assistant superintendent for we don’t know, but we do know that schedule curriculum and instruction; Bishop LaValley presenting award to Mrs. Biedekapp; and her daughter Katie; back , Msgr. Robert the Church has been doing pastoral Aucoin, vicar for education; St. Joseph Sister Ellen Rose Coughlin, director of education and superintendent of schools; Pam Bal- planning since Pentecost.” The bi-weekly summer publication lantine, assistant director of Catholic education for Christian formation and Catholic schools; and Lisa Parsons, principal of Im- FULL STORY, PAGES 8-9 The Heuvelton Knights of Columbus Monsignor Giroux Council #12958 held an essay contest on Catholic citizenship. The students schedule of the North Country Catholic maculate Heart Central Junior/Senior High School. (Full story on page 3) wrote about their views on “The Responsibility of a Catholic Citizen in a Free Society.” Pictured, front, from left, are first place winner continues; the next issue of the paper PHOTO BY PAT HENDRICK in the high school division, Reilly Pierce; second place winner in the high school division, Alexis Michael; third place winner in the Two olives in the martini of life... p. 5 Bishop LaValley made a trip to Camp Guggenheim in Saranac Lake July 9 to celebrate high school division, Aidan Scagel, and first place winner in the middle school division, Carter Pierce. In back are 4th Degree Knight will be dated Aug. 14 YOUNG CATHOLIC VOICE: Mass with the campers. He was assisted by Father Scott Belina. David Wells, Essay Coordinator and 4th Degree Knight Roger Michael, and Assistant Grand Knight and 3rd Degree Knight Randy Tyo. 2 Diocesan Life NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC news 15 JULY 31, 2013 JULY 31, 2013 NORTH OBITUARIES COUNTRY EDITOR’S NOTE Bombay – Anna (Brown) Boulais, 73; Fu- Massena – Brian P. Cromie 42; Funeral neral Services July 17, 2013 at St. Peter’s CATHOLIC neral July 12, 2013 at St. Joseph’s Services July 13, 2013 at Church of the Church; burial in St. Peter’s Cemetery. Box 326 A pope and a prince and a Patrick Church; burial in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Sacred Heart Ogdensburg, N.Y. 13669 Plattsburgh – Kathleen (Kelleher) USPS 0039-3400 You didn’t have to watch the Argentinians to shake up the for these three church leaders, Patrick’s arrival brings pure Brasher Falls – George H. Stowell, 85; Fu- Massena – Mary L. (Orologio) Fiacco, Masella, 83; Funeral Services July 22, BISHOP TERRY news too much over the church and make a and all their predecessors, joy. For the new mommy and neral July 10, 2013 at St. Patrick’s 100; Funeral July 23, 2013 at Church of 2013 at Our Lady of Victory Church; bur- R. LAVALLEY past couple of weeks to “mess” in their dioce- whose influence has changed daddy, there’s joy and worry Church; burial in parish cemetery. Sacred Heart; burial in Calvary Cemetery. ial in St. Peter’s Church. President get the message: one ses by going out into the world forever. and fear and pain and still person’s life can really the streets to spread It’s not necessary, though, to more joy. Because of Patrick REV. JOSEPH A. MORGAN Cadyville – Joan A. (LaBombard) Thorn- Morrisonville – Jeffery L. “Jeff” King, 52; Port Henry – Abigale C. Trybendis, 37; Fu- Vice President make a difference. the faith. accomplish greatness to make our lives will never be the ton, 77 Funeral July 22, 2013 at St. James Funeral Services July 19, 2013 at St. neral Services July 13, 2013 at St. SR. JENNIFER VOTRAW, SSJ Pope Francis, for ex- And, we know that, your mark among humanity. same. Thank God for that. Secretary-Treasurer ample, captured the our charismatic and Some people make a differ- As Catholics we know that Church; burial in parish cemetery. Alexander’s Church. Patrick’s Church; burial in St. MARY LOU KILIAN world’s attention in his headline-catching Pope ence just by being born. every single life - from concep- Cemetery, Westport. Editor/ first minutes as pontiff Francis stands on the This is true of new little tion through death - matters. Constable – Rose Marilyn Shaw Ro- Morrisonville - Marielle E.(Pellerin) General Manager and has continued to shoulders of Blessed Prince George of Cambridge Every single person makes a bideau Gibbs, 73; Funeral Services July LeFevre, 84; Funeral Services July 17, Potsdam – Isabelle A. Kearns, 98; Funeral make headlines day in Pope John Paul II whose arrival brought great ex- difference, whether he or she 23, 2013 at St. Church; 2013 at St. Alexander’s Church; burial in Services July 19, 2013 at St. Mary’s Publish 45 is- and day out. whose vision and faith citement, pride – and a boost has influence around the world burial in Riverside Cemetery, Westville. parish cemetery. Church; burial in Bayside cemetery. sues per year: This is especially true Mary Lou in young people are to the economy - for the people or just around a crib. Weekly except this week as he leads Kilian the reasons we have of Britain. This is a sobering reminder Dannemora – Lucy Etta (DuBrey) Lagoy, Norfolk – Ann M. (MacGillis) Hartin, 91; Potsdam – Kathryn A. (Sloan) McCourt, to those of us who think we are every other his first World Youth these spectacular And it’s certainly true in our 93; Funeral July 25, 2013 at St. Joseph’s Funeral Services July 17, 2013 at Church 37; Funeral Services July 13, 2013 at St. Day. events, and the bril- family as the arrival of baby powerless in the face of evil. week begin- Church; burial in parish cemetery. of the Visitation. Mary’s Church; burial in Milton Cemetery, ning the end It’s hard to ignore a pope liant Pope Benedict who taught Patrick Jonathan rocks our I think our pope would say of June who tells pilgrims “I want a us so much about Jesus. world. that we have all the power we Milton, MA. through August by the Dio- mess,” urging 30,000 young We can thank God every day For his grandparents, need - to make a mess! Edwards – Margaret B. (LaDue) Sim- Ogdensburg – Gilbert C. Ashley, 86; Fu- cese of Ogdensburg. mons, 81; Funeral Services July 10, 2013 neral July 15, 2013 at Notre Dame Potsdam – Angela F. Ormond, 65; Funeral 622 Washington Street, Og- at the French Funeral Home; burial in St. Church; burial in Notre Dame Cemetery. Services July 25, 2013 at St. Mary’s densburg, N.Y. 13669. Michael’s Cemetery, Fine Church. A PASTOR’S PERSPECTIVE Ogdensburg – Barbara J. (Montroy) Bai- Editorial Office: 622 Washington Street, Fort Covington – Freda A. Johnson; Fu- ley, 78; Funeral Services July 17, 2013 at Redford – Leo W. Collins, 89; Funeral Ogdensburg, N.Y. 13669. For Year of Faith, welcome Jesus in your life neral Services July 26, 2013 at St. Mary’s Notre Dame Church; burial in East River- Services July 26, 2013 at Church of the Church; burial in parish cemetery. side Cemetery, Gouverneur. Assumption; burial in parish cemetery. Telephone: We are still in the Year of is noticed – in this way he is out. The whole New Testa- (315) 608-7556 Faith. My prayer is that you constantly evangelizing. ment, the whole narra- Fort Covington – Dorothy Cappiello Ogdensburg – Allen Henry Burns, 80; Fu- Ticonderoga – Geraldine E. (Burgey) have realized an increase in So, our Holy Father, Pope tive, is told in order to draw Keeler, 92; Funeral Services July 25, 2013 neral Services July 20, 2013 at St. Mary’s Allen, 94; Funeral Services July 10, 2013 E-mail: faith during this past year. Francis, has become our first from us an act of faith in Jesus, at St. Mary’s Church; burial in the Old St. Cathedral; burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery. at the Wilcox & Regan Funeral Home; news@northcountry Our celebration of the Year of and primary example of evan- the incarnate Word – true God catholic.org Mary’s Cemetery. burial in Mt. Hope Cemetery. Faith here in the Diocese of Og- gelization for all of us. He and true man. Ogdensburg – Diane M. (Pray) Foster, 60; densburg will be highlighted challenges all of us to follow To live the doctrine of the In- Hogansburg – Gatlin C. Oakes, 55; Fu- Funeral Services July 24, 2014 at Notre Tupper Lake – Arthur A. Richer, 70; Me- Entered at the by a diocesan wide celebration him in bringing Christ to our carnation is simply to be a Post Office: of Holy Mass at Lake Placid on own part of the world. Christian. To live it better is to neral Services July 25, 2013 at St. Regis Dame Church. morial Services July 29, 2013 at St. Ogdensburg, NY Sept. 29. I am certain that this He constantly reminds us become a better Christian. . Alphonsus Church 13669 as will be a sensational day – a that each one of us is impor- Pope John Paul often taught in Ogdensburg – James L. Lipinsky, 59; Fu- Periodical Postage. His humility was a quality wonderful celebration – an up- that was immediately noticed. tant in this effort – and each his messages by saying, “Be- Keeseville – Joseph H. Test Jr., 78; Funeral neral Services July 26, 2013 at Frary Fu- Tupper Lake – Richard Emond Ayotte, Services July 18, 2013 at St. John’s neral Home. 79; Funeral Services July 19, 2013 at Holy Subscription: lifting Mass. He demonstrated this humility one of will be successful in this come who you are!” In the In- For one year: Can you imagine people in his actions and talks, re- task of evangelization – bring- carnation, Christ took on our Church; burial in St. John’s Cemetery. Name Church. In-Diocese Rate: $27 from all of the diocese joining minding us all of the message ing Christ to our world. human nature, so this mystery Paul Smiths – Gertrude Carter Bullock, Outside of Diocese Rate: $30 together for Mass? It will be a of Jesus - the humble Savior of The danger will be that some touches on every aspect of Lowville – Franklyn Gowing, 77; Funeral 99; Funeral Services Aug. 30, 2013 at St. Watertown – Cheryl C. (Biondolillo) Chi- powerful demonstration of the world – right from the first of us do not consider them- your life and mine. July 24, 2013 at St. Peter’s Church; burial John’s in the Wilderness appone, 62; Funeral Services July 23, Catholic faith in the North days of his Pontificate. selves important in this cam- How do we share this with in Lowville Rural Cemetery. 2013 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart; Matters for publication Country. He so humbly accepted his paign to evangelize the world. others? Help others to see that Peru – Mary L. (Senecal) Melhorn, 69; Fu- burial in Glenwood Cemetery. everything in the world has should be The Year of Faith took a very new office, right from the start. The challenge of this Year of Lyon Mountain – Pearl E. (LaPoint) Ash- neral Services July 20, 2013 at St. Augus- different turn when Pope Fran- Faith is that through prayer changed because of Jesus addressed to On that very first evening as he line, 95; Funeral Services July 17, 2013 at tine’s Church; burial in parish cemetery. Watertown – Grace M. Pandy, 90; Funeral PO Box 326 cis was elected – March 13, was introduced to the people each one of us – clergy, Reli- Christ – not simply in a visible Ogdensburg, NY 13669 2013. His election added in St. Peter’s Square and to the gious Sisters, Lay men and way, but in its very meaning. It St. Bernard’s Church; burial in St. Services July 22, 2013 at Holy Family and should be received by something spectacular to the whole world through the televi- women – recognize just how is true that no other person Bernard’s Cemetery. Peru – Arnold K. Wells, 91; Funeral Serv- Church; burial in Lancaster Rural Ceme- Thursday prior to celebration of the Year of Faith sion coverage, he showed us much we can bring to this ef- has ever has such an impact on ices July 18, 2013 at St. Augustine’s tery, Buffalo. publication. throughout the world. The Year just how humble our new Pope fort to evangelize our world. history. Lyon Mountain – Gary Tod Dominy, 51; Church; burial in parish cemetery. of Faith is dedicated to evange- was going to be. People see us. Our efforts to In that sense, we continue to Funeral Services July 20, 2013 at St. Watertown – Donald J. “Don” LaPage; Fu- Paper is printed each lization. I know that I was impressed live a good life and bring some see the influence and work of Bernard’s Church; burial in St. Patrick’s Plattsburgh- Janice A. (Johnson) Pope, neral Services July 15, 2013 at St. Monday; From the very start of Pope as he began by bowing before peace and happiness to this Jesus in countless acts of char- Cemetery, Colton. 80; Funeral Service July 13, 2013 at Our Patrick’s Church. dateline is Wednesday. Francis’ papacy he was noticed. us all and asking for our world is our program of evan- ity, great and small, in billions Lady of Victory Church; burial in Mt. Member, Catholic Press He certainly became a personal prayers. I remember that I gelization. of lives. Malone – Geraldine B. (Cook) Mayville, Carmel Cemetery. Willsboro – Harris Raymond Young, 88; Association. example of evangelization – joined with all those others in Jesus became one of us – But the greatest difference is 87; Funeral Services July 25, 2013 at St. Funeral Services July 27, 2013 at St. bringing the message of Jesus Jesus accepted our humanness interior and invisible. Jesus’ offering a prayer for him and Mary-Murphy-Wilcox Funeral Home; Plattsburgh – Sarah M. (Garrow) Alexan- Philip of Jesus Church; burial in Lakeview to the people of our world - for in an effort to show us the way life and death have given pro- POSTMASTER: for our Church. many throughout the world – so truly he came to evangel- found meaning, dignity, and burial in Notre Dame Cemetery der, 90; Funeral Services July 25, 2013 at Cemetery. Send address changes to Ever since that night, people noticed him. They wanted to everywhere cannot get enough ize us. even power to every human Our Lady of Victory Church; burial in St. North Country Catholic, know what he is doing – the of his style of ministry and the Our part is to accept the life and death. Malone – Joyce E. (Lamica) Racine, 82; Peter’s Cemetery. Wilmington – Emil Frederick Miskovsky, PO Box 326 wanted to listen to what he way in which he humbly message of our Lord by mak- By our lives, we can show Funeral Services July 23, 2013 at Notre M.D., MBA, 82; Memorial Services Aug. Ogdensburg, NY was saying. reaches out to us all. Truly he ing our act of faith and living it this to those we meet each day. Dame Church; burial in parish cemetery. Plattsburgh – Elzear H. Levesque, 86; Fu- 10, 2013 at St. Margaret’s Church. 13669-0326 14 around the diocese NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 3 JULY 31, 2013 JULY 31, 2013

ADIRONDACK Date: Aug. 3 Contact: Fr Robinson at 315-782-1190 CHARISMATIC RETREAT Time: 3:15 p.m. or e-mail [email protected] Outstanding Bishop appoints new pastor Features: Rosary to Our Lady of Fatima, Saranac Lake - The annual Charismatic followed by a 15 minute private medita- THE BEAUTY OF BELIEF retreat has been planned. tion on the Luminous Mysteries. Confes- Potsdam - The Diocese of Ogdensburg is Date: Aug. 16-18 Catholic School for St. Mary’s in Champlain sions start at 2:45 p.m. , Mass at 4 p.m. hosting "The Beauty of Belief - a celebra- Place: Guggenheim Lodge tion of art and music in the Year of Faith" Bishop Terry R. LaValley the Pontifical Gregorian Uni- ciate director of religious ed- Features: Father Douglas Decker will VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Date: Aug. 18, has appointed Father versity in Rome. ucation and regional director preside. Prayer meeting will take place Teacher honored Heuvelton - St. Raphael parish will host Time: Doors to the gallery entrance for Clyde A. Lewis, to He was ordained for St. Lawrence Deanery Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. A Mass "SonWest Roundup" VBS for children in the art show will open at 3pm; concert certified to teach Biology, serve as pastor of St. Dec. 16, 1964 at St. from 1969 to 1972. of healing will be at 10:30 a.m Saturday. Mary’s in Champlain, Peter’s Basilica in From 1972 to 1979, Father By Sister Ellen Rose Coughlin, SSJ Chemistry and General Sci- pre-K through grade 6. Through Bible of choral, vocal and instrumental music succeeding Father Rome. Lewis served as diocesan di- Contact: Phone, 518-891-1182 Superintendent of Schools ence 7-12. stories, crafts, games and songs, children starts at 4pm James A. Delbel who Father Lewis’ first rector of religious education. will learn about God's plan of salvation. Place: SUNY Potsdam’s Hosmer Hall and In nominating Mrs. CLINTON Biedekapp, Ms. Lisa Par- died July 10. assignment was as He also served as president Dates: Aug 5-8 Gallery OGDENSBURG - Aimee Father Lewis will assistant pastor in of the New York State Council Biedekapp, a science sons, IHC Principal, stated: Time: 9 a.m. to noon Features: The event will feature musi- continue to serve as Saranac Lake. He of Diocesan Directors of Re- DAY OF ADORATION teacher at Immaculate “Aimee has perfected the Place: St. Raphael parish center cians sharing high quality choral, vocal, pastor in Rouses was also an assis- ligious Education and as a Ellenburg Center - Day of Adoration of Heart Central Junior/Senior craft of teaching. She Contact: Carolyn Pierce 344-7735/ or instrumental pieces that are sacred demonstrates an outstand- Point, a position he tant pastor in Gou- member of the board of di- the Blessed Sacrament with Meditations High School in Watertown, The North County Catholicwelcomes contributions to “Around the Diocese”. [email protected] and spiritually influenced as well as ing command of the sub- has held since 2002. Father verneur and at St. rectors of the National Con- on the Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet has been named the 2013 Previously, he was Mary’s Cathedral in ference of Diocesan Parishioners are invited to send information about activities to: artists sharing the beauty of faith Outstanding Catholic ject matter, creativity and Clyde Lewis Date: Aug. 7 pastor in Coopersville Ogdensburg. Directors. North Country Catholic, PO Box 326, K OF C BRUNCH through visual art. School Teacher for the Dio- originality in the presenta- Time: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. from 2003 until its He became pastor In addition, the priest has Ogdensburg, NY 13669; fax, 1-866-314-7296; Norfolk – The Knights of Columbus will For art Work: Entries for art work ac- cese of Ogdensburg. tion of her classes. Place: Our Lady of the Adirondacks e-mail [email protected]. “In the higher level sci- closure in March. of St. Augustine’s in Peru in served the diocese as a pro- be sponsoring a brunch. cepted through Aug. 1. Pictures can be She was honored July 17 1979 and then Holy Family Synodal Judge of the Mar- House of Prayer ence classes which she Father Lewis was born Items must be received in the NCCoffice by the Thursday before publication. Date: Aug. 11 e-mailed to [email protected]. during a luncheon hosted April 29, 1939, in Boston, in Watertown from 1993 to riage Tribunal, as a member Features: Come for an hour or stay all by Bishop Terry LaValley. teaches, Aimee has deliv- Time: 8:30 a.m. to Noon Further information is available from and grew up in Plattsburgh. 2002. of the Priests’ Personnel day. Rosary and mediation at 10 a.m., Mrs. Biedekapp began her ered results on Regents ESSEX – Renewal of Baptismal Promises; Tues. Place: Visitation Parish Center Carol Gonthier (315-212-5004), or Donna He studied for the priest- The priest also served the Board and as chair of the Art noon, 2 p.m., and 6 p.m. Divine Mercy teaching career in 1980 at exams which have sur- FISHING CHARTER – You are my Witnesses! Celebration of Cost: Adults, $7; Children under 12, $4; Smith (518-521-7256) passed those of her public hood at Wadhams Hall in Og- diocese as associate director and Architecture Committee Chaplet at 3 p.m. Bring a bag lunch. Sacred Heart School in Wa- densburg, Christ the King of the youth department of the diocesan Department Willsboro - St. Philip of Jesus & St. the Holy Eucharist. Under 5, Free; Family, $18; Take-outs tertown and moved to Im- school colleagues for many Contact: [email protected] Seminary in Olean, NY, and from 1966 to 1970 and asso- of Worship. Joseph, Essex are raffling off a Fishing DOVS VOCATION PILGRIMAGE maculate Heart Central years,” Ms. Parson said. or call 518-594-3253. JEFFERSON Charter for 4 people who will get to FIELD DAY AND CHICKEN BBQ Join Bishop LaValley, Father Bryan Stitt, High School in 1981. She “Mrs. Biedekapp has been able to deliver these results enjoy 4 hours on Lake Champlain with a CHICKEN BARBECUE Brasher Falls – K of C Annual Field Day and the members of the Diocese of Og- completed her 32nd year REDFORD PICNIC through her well prepared local professional guide. Fishing gear Watertown – The Watertown K of C is and Chicken BBQ will be held. densburg Vocations Society for a pilgrim- at IHC in June 2013. Knights invite all Catholics Redford – The 158th Annual Redford During her time at Im- plans, her high expecta- and license provided. Drawing Aug. 4 sponsoring a chicken barbecue. Date: Aug. 11 age to the Shrine of St. Kateri Picnic is to be held. maculate Heart, Mrs. tions and respectful and Cost: Chances are $10/each. Date: Aug. 24 Schedule: Old Timers Softball Tourna- Tekakwitha, Montreal to promote and Date: Aug. 18 Biedekapp has taught biol- professional rapport with to Aug. 11 prayer rally Contact: For tickets contact the Parish Time: 11 a.m. until gone ment at 9 a.m.; Chicken BBQ at 11 a.m.; support Vocations. ogy, chemistry, physics and students. She is viewed as a Place: Grounds of the Church of the As- ‘lead teacher’ by her peers.” office at 963-4524. Place: St. Anthony’s Church parking lot; Skilo at 12 p.m. Date: Oct. 9 advanced placement sci- - The Knights of to abortion, marriage and “There will be no snow on sumption Parish Center When asked why she has OGDENSBURG take-outs available. Cost: Chicken BBQ – Adults, $8; Children Cost: $89 (covers lunch and bus travel ence courses. Columbus of the North healthcare would impinge on the roads to and from Og- Schedule: Events start at 11:30 a.m. be- FRANKLIN spent her teaching career in Cost: Full Meal, $8; ½ Chicken Only, $5 5-12, $5; under 5, Free from Schroon Lake/Plattsburgh or Og- Her extracurricular re- Country are inviting all our freedom of conscience densburg to hinder travel on ginning with “The Fiddlers” until 1:30; a Catholic school, Mrs. sponsibilities cover a wide Catholics to participate in and could force Catholic in- Aug.11,” the bishop said. UNDERSTANDING ANNULMENTS Features: Concession Stand, Raffles, densburg/Potsdam/Malone) Biedekapp said, “It is a vo- “Roy Hurd” from 2 p.m. to 4 followed by LEWIS range of activities including prayer rally at St. Mary’s stitutions to close their The rally will begin at 2 Brushton- St. Mary’s is sponsoring a Food Sale, Plant Sale, and games, Features: Mass at the Shrine, Rosary for cation. Teaching at IHC is “Rock Brothers” from 4:15 p.m. to 6:15. chaperoning dances and Cathedral Aug. 11 at 2 p.m. doors.” p.m. outside St. Mary’s workshop “Understanding Annulments DIVINE MERCY DEVOTIONS chicken Dinner take-outs available by Vocations at the Cathedral of Montreal. part of me.” Drawing for the $5000 cash prize will be student bus trips, mentor- Responding to the pope “Bishop Terry R. LaValley Cathedral at the Monument Date: Aug. 7 Houseville - Divine Mercy Devotions for calling 389-5492. NO COOLERS (Any proceeds will be used for the pro- Mrs. Biedekapp was at 6:15 p.m. ing peer tutors and serving and the of the will ask Our Lord for his in- to the Unborn. Following Time: 6 p.m. the month of August will be observed. motion of vocations in diocese.) Non-re- joined at the luncheon by on the Faculty Council. Cur- United States, the Knights of tercession and everyone brief remarks, participants Features: Ham and Roast Beef dinners her daughter Katie, Ms. Par- Place: St. Mary’s Parish Center Date: Aug. 4 SUMMER FAITH FUN fundable payment due by Aug. 24. rently Aimee is a member Columbus and Catholics present will be a witness to will proceed inside the cathe- will be served in the gym. Games, in- sons, Msgr. Robert Aucoin, Features: Msgr. Harry Snow, judicial Time: 3 p.m. Potsdam – Join St. Mary’s Church for Passports or enhanced licenses needed of the Principal’s Advisory from parishes throughout fellow citizens and elected dral for recitation of the cluding Skilo, Pie Wheel, Fancy Booth vicar for education; St. vicar for the Diocese of Ogdensburg will Place: St. Hedwig’s Church Summer Faith Fun celebrating Mary. Contact: Connie Randall at 315-265- Council, Moderator for the the Diocese of Ogdensburg officials that Catholics have a rosary. The rally should con- and rides on one of the oldest merry-go- Joseph Sister Shirley Anne discuss the purpose of annulments, the Features: The program includes: Ves- Date: Aug. 5-9 2762 for more information. National Honor Society and will unite in prayer. significant role to play in our clude about 4 PM. Brown, assistant superin- rounds in North America. Rummage sale Science Department Chair. A statement from the free society.” Following the rally, re- steps, the process and the language pers (Evening Prayer),Exposition of the Features: For children 4-12. Bible les- tendent for curriculum and starting at noon and numerous other She looks consistently for Knights explains the purpose The Knights and the freshments will be served used. Time for questions follows Most Blessed Sacrament, The Divine son, music, snack, games and more. MATTHEW KELLY EVENT instruction; Pam Ballantine, events. Free admission to the grounds opportunities to enhance of the gathering: “Freedom of bishop would like to see at and Jack Kelley and the Little Contact: For more information call St. Mercy Chaplet and Benediction. Learn about Mary’s life and her example Ogdensburg - Matthew Kelly will lead a assistant director of and enrich student learning conscience is at the heart of least 600 Catholics from Big Band will provide music Mary’s Parish office at 518-529-7433 or Contact: 315-348-6260 for information. for us as Christians. PASSION AND PURPOSE LIVE! event at St. Catholic education for RETREAT AND CELEBRATION DAY evidenced by her participa- who we are as Americans. every part of the diocese at the Knights of Columbus email: [email protected]. Contact: St. Mary’s Office at 265-9680 or Mary's Cathedral. Christian formation and Ellenburg – Our Lady of the Adirondacks tion in the “Bridge Contest” Impending federal and state travel to Ogdensburg. Home. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION e-mail [email protected] Date: Oct. 26 hosted be Jefferson Com- Catholic schools and St. House of Prayer will be having Retreat HAMILTON-HERKIMER laws and regulations relating Lowville - All are welcomed to Exposi- Time: 9 a.m. to 1:30 munity College and her in- Joseph Sister Ellen Rose and Celebration Day. YEAR OF FAITH MISSION tion of Blessed Sacrament, adoration, Di- DIOCESAN EVENTS Place: St. Mary’s Cathedral volvement in initial Coughlin, director of edu- Date: Aug. 24 cation and superintendent Lake Pleasant/Wells - St. Ann/St. James vine Mercy Chaplet, Luminous Mysteries PILGRIMAGE TO Features: The day will center on a prac- discussions regarding the Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. STEM Program initiative. of schools. Major Parishes will be having a Year of of the Rosary, and Benediction. Fr. Donald Robinson will be leading a pil- tical exploration and understanding of Features: Bishop Terry LaValley will pre- Mrs. Biedekapp gradu- Faith Mission by Fr. Timothy Canaan. Date: Aug.8 grimage “Best of Spain and Portugal”. our Faith, and all the ways it’s meant to side at Mass and Fr. Jack Downs will ated from the State Univer- Schedule: Aug. 11 – St. James Major Time: 3 p.m. to 6 Dates: Feb. 18-28, 2014 impact our lives – including: spirituality, present a talk treating Mary as an exam- sity College of New York at Church; Aug. 12- St. Ann’s Church; Aug. 13 Place: St. Peter's Church Cost: $2899 per person from NYC relationships, work and money, personal ple of discipleship within the reach of us Cortland with a Magna Cum - St. James Major Church. Included: Roundtrip Air from NY, First health, and parenting. Lauda degree in Secondary all. Adoration and Mass will follow the ST. LAWRENCE Time: 7 p.m. Class/Select Hotels, Most Meals, Compre- Contact: See: rcdony.org/matthew- Education in Biology and talk. Lunch provided. Donations appre- Theme: Sun. – Adoration and Healing in FIRST SATURDAY ROSARY hensive Sightseeing and much more. kelly.html or contact Marika Donders in General Science 7- 12. She ciated and necessary the presence of the Blessed Sacrament; Massena - St. Mary's Church is holding a Features: , Salamanca, Lisbon, the Office of Evangelization at 315-393- received her Master of Edu- Contact: [email protected] or cation Degree at SUNY Pots- Mon. - Come to the Water and the Spirit special rosary to mark First Saturday. Seville, Granada & Toledo 2920, ext 1380 call 518-594-3253 before Aug. 15. dam and is permanently 4 Diocesan Life NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC entertainment 13 JULY 31, 2013 JULY 31, 013 Bishop and Envisioning Leadership Team create Charter Document AT THE MOVIES Frequently asked questions THE WOLVERINE but his body has miraculous industrialist (what else?), is As part of the ongoing reasonable solution to powers of self-healing too. facing death. He summons process of discerning a Mu- achieve the common good By John Mulderig Ay, but there's the rub: his old friend for a final tually Shared Vision and of the team Catholic News Service Logan's invulnerability has visit. diocesan priorities for the • If at the end of the time resulted in virtual immortal- Naturally, Yashida has a next five years, Bishop allotted a solution is not Does the idea of a giant ity. And, after more than a fetching granddaughter, LaValley and his Envisioning achieved the facilitator be- suit of samurai armor made century of hanging around, Mariko (Tao Okamoto), Leadership Team have cre- comes the arbitrator. All out of an indestructible -- he's as bored, blase and whose position as his heir ated a Charter Document to sides agree to abide. but, alas, fictional -- alloy downright world-weary as makes her a target for bad guide their discussions dur- called adamantium strike any 1950s French philoso- guys. How many tattooed ing the coming months. Does the team have ground rules you as the coolest thing pher. Then there's the fact Yakuza types can Logan's Highlights of the docu- that, along the way, he acci- built-in Ginsu knives slice for effective behavior? ever? If so, then the macho ment follow: superhero adventure "The dentally killed his true love. and dice? Um, quite a lot. Communication between Darn! Fortunately, the relentless Members (including giving Wolverine" (Fox) might just What is the purpose of the be the movie for you. Perhaps a trip to exotic combat involves only mod- and receiving feedback) Japan might alleviate the erate gore, and occasional Envisioning Leadership Team? • Allow expression with- Viewers addicted neither to outsized gadgetry nor to blues? To justify the jaunt, flashes of wit offer some re- We will use our love of out interruption we open on flashbacks of lief from the fog of testos- Christ and His Church and • Trusting the good will of the Marvel Comics X-Men mythos of which this is an World War II that find Logan terone. commitment to our mission PHOTO BY JESSE SOVIE every person CNS PHOTO/FOX Listening sessions held across the North Country in the spring were a critical aspect of the ongoing process towards discerning a Mu- extension, however, may a POW sweating it out in a Less welcome is the fact to listen to the people of • Respect not simply tol- heavily reinforced hot box that Logan and Mariko not Hugh Jackman stars in a scene from the movie "The Wolverine." God, and discern our Dioce- tually Shared Vision for the Diocese of Ogdensburg. Above, Bishop LaValley welcomes the group gathered in Massena in early June. erate differing viewpoints find director James Man- gold's action picture a heavy that happens to be located only fall for each other, but Logan averts the guilt of references, occasional crude san needs, priorities, and The bishop and members of the Envisioning Leadership Team have adopted a Charter Document to guide their work during the 13- • No person dominates at across the bay from the fall into bed together as goals so that we might artic- month discerning process. Highlights of the document are published on this page. a meeting and all responsi- lift. That's largely due to the killing him only by accident and crass language. physical and emotional doomed city of Nagasaki. As well. They do so despite the -- will not sit well with The Catholic News Service ulate, proclaim, and imple- Answers why we exist as a love and wisdom, guides set aside ble for calling attention if the mushroom cloud looms, obvious detail that Logan's ment a Mutually Shared this phenomenon occurs. angst endured by the titular morally mature audience classification is A-III -- diocese. our work together and will • If pursuing: define the character (Hugh Jackman) Logan saves the life of one mark-of-Cain lifestyle does members. adults. The Motion Picture Vision rooting the Diocese Values: bring it to a successful con- problem as a team or design Facilitator determines time of his captors, an officer not exactly lend itself to of Ogdensburg more deeply limit if necessary. who also goes by the more The film contains con- Association of America rat- Answers how we make clusion persons to define then, con- casual handle Logan. named Yashida (Ken Yama- long-term commitments. stant action violence with ing is PG-13 -- parents in Christ. decisions, communicate and Behaviors: Awareness of tinue through the 7 -step mura). Additionally, a scene Member Involvement and Ostensibly, Logan would some blood, ritual suicides, strongly cautioned. Some behave as a diocese. God's presence through problem solving process seem to have a lot going for Flash forward to the pres- where the otherwise con- a nonmarital bedroom material may be inappropri- Why is it called “Envisioning Priorities: prayer and acknowledge- • If not pursuing: get the Leadership ent, and the aged but eter- ventionally heroic Logan al- • Coming prepared for him. Not only can he sprout scene, rear nudity, mature ate for children under 13. Leadership Team”? Answers what we accom- ment of the Spirit's presence help needed/the proper re- tougher-than-steel (i.e., also nally grateful Yashida most murders one of the plish in the next 18 to 24 in others; a positive, "can- sources to address any con- each meeting (Haruhiko Yamanouchi), principal villains (played by A vision of where we • Never forgetting the adamantium) claws from his ought to be in five years is months. do" attitude and refraining cerns hands at a moment's notice, now a fabulously wealthy Brian Tee) in cold blood -- It is a larger vision for our from that which is not Church we represent crucial in determine the • Members to advise the goals and priorities for the future that is informed not Decision Making: only by the Bishop, but by • Action on decisions only Bishop, if requested, regard- next five years. Discerning What are the expected ing the Pastoral Letter the vision is a process that the people of God through after consensus reached ALSO PLAYING listening sessions and dis- outcomes of the Envisioning (general agreement) demands leadership. General Tone and Environ- Leadership involves cernment with others. The Leadership Process? • Outside of team, deci- input from the people of 1. Endorse Team Charter sions are respected by all ment of Meetings arousing and satisfying the • Invite the Holy Spirit to needs and motives of fol- God is what makes it mutu- by May 14, 2013 publically ally shared: it is OUR vi- 2. Conclude all Listening • Gather all resources journey with us (prayer) lowers in an environment of • Start and end on time conflict, competition or sion. Sessions by June 25, 2013. needed to make informed 3 Complete Mutually- decisions • Clear agenda for each achievement which results meeting in followers taking action What are the values of the Shared Vision by February •Decisions may be ad- toward a mutually shared 13, 2014. justed or amended if out- Diocese of Ogdensburg? (Bishop LaValley will side variables impact the vision. HONESTY: Speaking the Why did Bishop LaValley Our team is to engage and promulgate a Pastoral Letter original decision truth with love on the Mutually Shared Vi- • Poll members to make ask the team members direct an envisioning Behaviors: Responding to to sign the Charter document? process that elicits the sion by March 25, 2014, the sure that all information ideas with transparency and Feast of the Annunciation) needed has been gathered To be effective as a team, needs and hopes of all the constructive criticism; main- members must be unified people of God in our dio- and input is sought from all taining confidentiality when • Identify decision clearly around a common purpose, cese, and to articulate and necessary Does the team have guidelines outcomes, guidelines and implement that vision in a • Contents of conversa- PATIENCE: God calls us to for effective procedures? tion is confidential norms. Each team member way that encourages every an unhurried, respectful, Problem Solving: must agree to commit his or Catholic in the diocese to CNS PHOTO/SUMMIT and attentive presence to • Raising concerns and Conflict Resolution: her best efforts to the team taking action toward fulfill- the team and its purpose problems to the team is wel- outcomes. Mary-Louise Parker, Bruce Willis and John Malkovich star in a scene from the movie "RED 2." Those "retired and extremely danger- ing that vision. • Clearly identify the con- ous" (RED) secret agents are back on the case in this lively sequel to the 2010 film, directed by Dean Parisot and based on the Behaviors: Not interrupt- comed flict (enduring disagree- The team worked together Our purpose is to “envi- ing, listening with respect; • Use facilitator and white to formulate the charter graphic novels by Warren Ellis and Cully Hamner. An ex-CIA agent (Bruce Willis) is adjusting to a quiet life with his kooky girlfriend sion” and “lead” as a team. ment) A facilitator quick fix is not the answer: board to be clear in prob- determines whether or not document, and Bishop (Mary-Louise Parker). Before long, he is recruited by his former partner (John Malkovich) to take on a new case and save the world give time to others lems raised or problem- to pursue and determines LaValley asked them to sign from nuclear annihilation. Joining the cause are super-spies from Britain (Helen Mirren), Russia (Catherine Zeta-Jones), and Hong What does a mutual HOPEFULNESS Conviction solving steps employed time is allotted for discus- the document as a sign of Kong (Byung Hun Lee). While the tone is light and silly amid the mayhem with witty repartee and innuendo, the high violence quo- shared vision entail? that God has called us to • Evaluate the problem to sion each member’s agreement tient places this film firmly in the adult camp. The Catholic News Service classification is A-III -- adults. The Motion Picture Associa- Purpose: this team process and in His determine weight: pursue or • Sides must propose a to support the charter. tion of America rating is PG-13 -- parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. 12 commentary NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 5 JULY 31, 2013 JULY 31, 2013 SCRIPTURE REFLECTIONS YOUNG CATHOLIC VOICE Only treasure worth seeking: the love of God Two olives in the martini of life The theme of today’s relative won’t share an in- storage barn to hold it all. foolish preoccupation with readings are very heritance. He never pauses to ask AUG. 4 riches. “Seek the things that for my grandfather to hold his first great grand- close to a major He wants the Mas- himself what God might are above, where Christ is… By Amanda Conklin child even if it was just once. But, this was not theme of Pope ter to intervene! have to say about all his 18th Sunday of Ordinary Time .Set your minds on what is Campus ministers, St. Mary’s, Canton God’s plan. Francis - the addic- Jesus, reading the wealth. He just decides to READINGS above, not on things that My perhaps unique experience has taught me tive power of man’s heart, utters a hoard it all. And God says are one earth.” There are two certainties in our human exis- that our human emotions are beautiful, yet frail. greed, and placing great teaching: to him, “You fool! You’re Ecclesiastes 1:2; 2-21-23 In other words, just keep tence: life and death. One brings great joy, the We often place too much trust in our emotions. I our security and “Avoid greed in all its going to die this very night! Colossians 3:1-5, 9011 your eyes, your thoughts, other, sadness. can’t tell you the amount of times that I’ve heard happiness in mate- forms”. And who will inherit all this Luke 12:13-21 and your heart attached to Recently, I’ve experienced both within the same the awful advice “follow your heart.” If we always rial possessions Then he tells a wealth of yours ?” me, and you’ll never lose week. I am anxiously anticipating the arrival of followed our heart and emotions, I’d probably be over our love for story about the fool- We find a similar condem- sleep at night worrying our first child any day now. While rejoicing in the in a lot of trouble today. Many end up falling God and the needs ish rich man who is a nation in the first reading accumulating wealth, if we about all your “stuff”! joy that comes from an event like this, I’ve also away from the faith because they don’t “feel” God of our neighbor. Monsignor real “pack rat”. from that great Wisdom don’t share it with those The only treasure worth been faced with the loss of someone very close anymore. Once the emotional high diminishes, In today’s Gospel, Paul E. Rather than give his book, Ecclesiastes, “Vanity who have less? seeking is the love and jus- to me, my grandfather. so does the devotion to the faith. Jesus gets a request excess wealth away to of vanities, and all is van- tice of God. In that we find Allen Henry Burns is known by many through- But we are called to look to the saints as exam- Whitmore The second reading from from a person in worthy causes, he de- ity!” In other words, what a St. Paul to the Colossians our true freedom and secu- out the Diocese. He owned Allen Photography in ples. Many saints experienced “dark nights of the the crowd whose cides to build a huge waste is a lifetime spent in tells us how to avoid all this rity. Ogdensburg for over 50 years. He worked side soul.” They didn’t “feel” God anymore, but even by side with his father, Henry Arthur Burns. My amid the darkness, they still trusted and held grandfather photographed countless weddings, firm in the faith. If we truly "let go and let God" family portraits, graduates, and many of our and trust in His will, amazing things can happen. Parishioners diocesan priests and bishops. In this case, it is through the hands of a priest. While known for his superb photography skills, Father Belina was not the first priest to be con- he was perhaps known better for his deep love tacted to give my grandfather last rites. My CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 here for 179 years, and he the final celebration at St. ligious ed classes to be held treal and the afternoon spent and sense of humor. Although he occasionally grandfather's pastor was out of town and since “There is sadness that a will still bless us. Patrick’. right in the school-- Hogans- at Belmont Park.” joked about homilies being too long (he often Father Belina is a family friend, he was quickly place of worship has closed, “So we move ahead and Illness prevented her from burg and Helena, and seven Sister also recalls the many timed them) and sometimes slipped a comment called and dropped everything, putting his but hope that new life will keep that faith,” Father Lau- coming, but Atonement Sis- one-room schools. After efforts of the Sodality, which in about considering Mormonism, he had a great priestly duty to the dying above anything else at come out of it,” he said. zon said. ter John Marie (Elizabeth) classes, we would visit even published (on mimeo- love of the Church and his faith was a large part that moment. As I mourned the fact that my “What we see here today is Kelleher sent warm greetings homes or take the census.” graph!) its own newsletter. of his life. grandfather will never hold my Emma Therese, the face of a region in de- Sr. John Marie’s memories which were read by Sister Sister John Marie’s recollec- Particularly memorable In his last days of his battle with cancer he was something dawned on me. The same hands that cline. But there is reason to Ellen Donahue. tions included First Com- were the annual Holy Week One expected honored not vocally responsive. However, the day before Amanda Conklin of Gouverneur is shown in a family photo with her gave my grandfather last rites as he left this hope: God has blessed us guest was not able to attend Sister John Marie arrived in munions, May processions retreats, “usually with Fr. he died, he whispered “St. Joseph” twice which earth to join God's family in heaven will be the Hogansburg on September 8, and crownings, the Living Drolet, S.J. and the Sodality grandfather, Allen Burns. Mr. Burns died just days before Mrs. Conklin prompted my mother to copy the prayer to St. gave birth to her first child. same hands that will baptize Emma as she enters 1941 “as the Angelus was Rosary in October every year, Institute at Lake Champlain. Joseph for a Happy Death and place it next to his God's family, the Church. ringing…It was my first as- and the luster lent to all the Many parents made big sac- bed. One of his favorite saints was St. Therese of deeper than anyone I’ve ever known and through I could have become consumed by my grief signment, so I was eager to celebrations by a large and rifices to enable their Lisieux, a Carmelite, and he died on the Feast of this, he truly lived Christ. and not noticed the beautiful things that have get started. Monsignor faithful corps of altar boys. teenagers to attend those Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Because of his deep love and life in Christ, he come out of this trying time. Instead, I am mov- Funke (pastor) drove us to all She applauds the choir but valuable weekends…These Beautifully, he held on and passed away liter- also constantly emanated an intense joy. Many ing through this experience only through a lot of the schools to arrange for re- laments that, “They and the are just a few of the high- ally breaths after he received Last Rites from were drawn to him and simply being in his pres- grace and trust in God. entire parish had to put up lights of my wonderful six- newly ordained Father Scott Belina. My grandfa- ence made you smile. I know one thing for sure, when my dad and with my many mistakes as I teen years in Hogansburg. It ther was not a deep theologian or philosopher. Trying to balance the deep grief at the loss of a husband share a cigar in the near future, it'll be was learning to play that was a magical time.” He loved martinis and cigars. He did not spend beautiful soul with the joyful anticipation in the both in celebrating the birth of a new life in our beautiful organ. But we were Sister Ellen Donahue, who time as a missionary, he didn’t write any books arrival of my own precious daughter has been family and celebrating the life of one who has fortunate to have had so grew up in St. Patrick’s parish or even have his Master’s Degree, but he loved very challenging. I wanted more than anything joined the ranks of heaven. many who were gifted with during those same years, great voices.” could not agree more. Sr. John Marie also fondly “This place was teeming remembers the Summer with life,” she said. “The School of Religion. Church was at the heart and “It was a very big part of center of every family. our religious education pro- “Sister John Marie’s mes- gram and took a lot of prepa- sage to each of us, young or ration,” she said. “Of course old, still echoes in my mind. the fun part came at the end “Never forget that you are - we had a picnic and the trip made in the image and like- to St. Joseph’s Shrine in Mon- ness of God, and take that truth wherever you go.” An impressive legacy, in- deed. 6 Diocesan Life NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC world/nation 11 JULY 31, 2013 JULY 31, 2013 Diocesan grants aid parish Bishop’s Schedule Rest in Peace 400,000 brave wind, rain Aug. 4 – 9:15 a.m., Mass at St. This week marks the anniversary CATHOLIC projects for the disabled Joseph's Church in Malone of the deaths of the following 11a.m., Mass at Notre Dame clergymen men who have served for WYD opening Mass Bishop Terry R. LaValley generosity of the Knights well as program develop- has announced that two who “assist our diocesan in- ment and the purchase of Church in Malone in the Diocese of Ogdensburg ble for choosing the city to grants of $5,000 each have stitutions in their efforts to special equipment. July 31 – Rev. Napoleon Brisson, By Lise Alves host World Youth Day 2013. been disbursed to Our Lady make Churches, schools and The grants awarded this Aug. 5 – 5 p.m., Clinton Deanery 1950; Rev. Michael O’Reilly, 1980 WORLD Catholic News Service He later highlighted the im- of Victory Church, Platts- parish centers accessible to year will assist Father Bishop’s Fund Reception at St. Au- Aug. 2 – Rev. Zephyrin Jutras, 1919 portance of this first foreign burgh and St. Joseph’s all people. William Reamer, pastor of gustine’s Parish Center in Peru Aug. 4 –Rev. Adolphe Saurel, 1925; (CNS) - The mosaic trip by Pope Francis. "This World Youth Day was Church in Dannemora to as- “I am most grateful to the Our Lady of Victory in Platts- Rev. Willie Caron, M.S.C., 1972 AT A GLANCE of hundreds of national flags sist them with projects to im- Knights of Columbus for burgh, with funds to provide waving in the cold wind on destined to be ... the first prove accessibility to their their generosity in this area automatic doors at the en- Aug. 6 – 4 p.m., Mass at Camp Aug. 5 – Rev. M. Calixte Mourier, Copacabana beach was sym- apostolic trip of the first facilities for the disabled. and in the many ways in trance of the Church. Guggenheim in Saranac Lake O.M.I., 1912; Rev. Gerald A. Sharland, Jamboree Mass ties Scouts' Catholic faith, commitment to serve bolic, as pilgrims from all Latin American pope in his- The funds are made avail- which they support the work The automatic doors will 1973 MOUNT HOPE, W.Va. (CNS) -- Nearly 10,000 Boy Scouts from throughout the backgrounds, driven by a tory," said the archbishop. able from the annual contri- of the Church in our Dio- provide access to interior of Aug. 11 – 8:30 a.m., Mass at St. Aug. 7 – Msgr. Edmund H. Dumas, United States braved heavy rain and thunderstorms July 21 for an outdoor single faith, participated in In the crowd, thousands of Argentines cheered. Nearby, butions of the New York State cese,” the bishop said. the Church and to the chair Francis Solanus Church in Harrisville 2000 Mass celebrated by Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano, apostolic nuncio to the the opening Mass for World Knights of Columbus to the Announcement of the lift that enables people to a small group of Canadians 10:30 a.m., Mass at St. Hubert’s Aug. 8 – Rev. David N. Burke, 1913; United States. The Mass was part of the 10-day National Boy Scout Jamboree at Youth Day. Diocese of Ogdensburg. availability of these grants enter the body of the Church. "We come from different were ecstatic with the whole They are distributed by the was made last April by Father Donald Kramberg, Church in Star Lake Rev. Donald E. Seguin, 1976 the Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve in Mount Hope. Bishop cultures, speak different lan- celebration. diocese on the recommenda- Catholic Charities and the pastor of St. Joseph’s Church 2 p.m., 2nd Annual Prayer Rally Aug. 9 – Rev. Edward B. May, O.S.A, Michael J. Bransfield of Wheeling-Charleston concelebrated the Mass and guages, but we sing the same "This is so great. The en- tion of Catholic Charities and Department of Education. in Dannemora will use the at St. Mary’s Cathedral 1953; Rev. James N. Flattery, 1997 served as homilist. In his homily, Bishop Bransfield welcomed the Scouts to the songs and have the same thusiasm, the passion, it is the Department of Educa- The criteria for acceptabil- funds to help defray the ex- Aug. 10 – Rev. Walter J. LaRocque, Mountain State for the national jamboree marking its significance to the faith," said Nancy Issa of Ra- all incredible," said J.P. Martelino, 18, of St. Patrick tion. ity of a request cover several pense of installing a wheel Aug. 13 – 5 p.m., Hamilton- 1936; Rev. Joseph Bolduc, O.M.I., church. Bishop Bransfield acknowledged the hard work of the many people it mallah, West Bank. Issa and In announcing the grants factors. Improvement in al- chair lift and code appropri- 20 other Palestinians came to Parish in Vancouver, British Herkimer Deanery Bishop’s Fund 1956; Rev. Cornelius Vullings, M.S.C., took to make the national jamboree a reality for West Virginia. "For many to this year’s recipients, ready existing programs or ate stairwell for persons with months," he said, "a great deal of planning and labor has gone into preparing for the July 23-28 Columbia. When asked what Bishop LaValley noted the facilities is considered as mobility restrictions. Reception at St. Anthony’s Parish 1971; Msgr. Anthony A. Milia, 2010 he would take from the for this jamboree. When I visited here earlier this year, in the middle of winter, I events. Center in Inlet Aug. 11 – Rev. Gilbert Monroe, O.F.M., Rio Archbishop Orani Joao week, Martelino replied, was impressed with the beauty of the place and I wondered if it would be 1958; Rev. John M. Kennedy, 1979 Tempesta officially opened "Definitely the energy. ... I ready for you by summer. As I look out now, I see a transformed place, made all To Report Abuse Aug. 12 – Rev. Pierre Gagnon, O.M.I., World Youth Day with the will take that to Canada with DOVS pilgrimage the more wonderful by your presence and your enjoyment of all that nature me and try to reproduce it so NO PAPER NEXT WEEK 1901; Rev. John M. Varrily, 1913 evening Mass. CNS PHOTO/PAUL HARING If you have a complaint of suspected has to offer you. It is especially good to be with you as we gather around the "This week Rio becomes Pilgrims attend the opening Mass of it may attract more young Bishop Terry R. LaValley Cathedral of Montreal. misconduct involving diocesan The next issue of the North Country Aug. 13 – Msgr. Bernard F. Kellogg, altar, led in prayer by our apostolic nuncio, and take part in Lord's eucharistic the center of the church, people to church." will lead the annual diocesan The cost of $89 covers World Youth Day in Rio de Janeiro July clergy, religious, employees or volun- Catholic will be dated Aug. 14 1993 sacrifice." alive and young," he said. 23. People endured rain and wind on Co- After the Mass, the rain pilgrimage to pray for voca- lunch and bus travel from "These youths' enthusiasm started to pick up, and tions Oct. 9. Schroon Lake/Plattsburgh or teers, contact Victims Assistance Co- pacabana beach as they gathered for the Pope is most influential, 2nd most-followed world leader on show the face of the young event's kickoff ceremony. slowly the pilgrims headed This year’s pilgrimage, Ogdensburg/Potsdam/Mal- ordinator, Terrianne Yanulavich, Adult Environmental Stewardship Protecting God’s Children Catholics. ... I celebrate for all home. Tired and cold, many planned by Father Bryan one. Any proceeds will be & Youth Counseling Services of (CNS) -- Pope Francis is the most influential world leader on Twit- "Emotions are very high," still smiled, telling Catholic The Diocese of Ogdensburg has those who believe that a new Stitt, diocean vocation direc- used for the promotion of Northern New York, PO Box 2446, "The water that I give will turn into a ter, with the highest number of retweets worldwide. He also is the second world is possible." said Jose Leonardo Chacin, News Service that this had tor, and the members of the vocations within the diocese. Plattsburgh, NY, 12901; e-mail: ayc- spring inside..welling up." scheduled sessions for Protecting most-followed leader of the world, running behind U.S. President Barack Police said more than 27, an accountant from Mara- been a great first day. Diocese of Ogdensburg Voca- A non-refundable payment is [email protected]; Phone: 518-569- John 4 God's Children for Adults. Pre-regis- Obama. The rankings were released July 24 in a recent study titled "Twiplo- 400,000 pilgrims braved the caibo, Venezuela. "Especially "I believe that World Youth tions Society (DOVS), will be due by Aug. 24. tration online is required in order to macy," which refers to the use of Twitter by world leaders. The study compiled a rain to gather on the beach. since the pope is Latin Amer- Day is similar to going to to the Shrine of St. Kateri (Passports or enhanced li- 0612; Fax: 518-425-0401 Water is essential for life. If life is sa- wide range of data from the Twitter accounts of 505 heads of state, foreign Some reacted with joy and ican." Mecca for Muslims," said Tekakwitha, Montreal. censes are required.) or Father James Seymour, the Epis- cred, then whatever supports life is participate. Participants may pre- ministers and governments from 153 countries during the month of July. Presi- tears when young people At the beginning of his Chacin. "Every Catholic, no The group will celebrate Further information is copal Vicar for Clergy at 315-393- sacred. register at www.virtus.org by se- matter what age, should do it dent @BarackObama is the most followed head of state, with more than 33.5 made their way up on the speech, Archbishop Tem- Mass at the shrine and pray a available from Connie Ran- 2920 , ext. 1340 Tips for conserving lecting the registration button and main stage carrying the Pil- pesta remembered retired at least once in his or her life- rosary for vocations at the dall at 315-265-2762. the sacred gift of water: following the directions. All em- million followers, and has the fourth-most popular account overall, right be- grim's Cross. Pope Benedict XVI, responsi- time." • Water your garden/lawn early in ployees and volunteers who partici- hind Lady Gaga, it said. But the second most-followed world leader is Pope Francis, with 7.2 million followers spread across his nine different language- morning or later in evening to reduce pate in church sponsored activities based @Pontifex accounts. Despite Obama's strong following, Pope Francis is evaporation. with minor are required to partici- pate in this training. Further infor- the most influential world leader with the highest number of retweets, the re- • Fix leaky faucets and toilets; 1 drip port said. per second= 3000 gallons of water mation is available from Atonement per year. Sister Ellen Donahue, 315-393- Native Americans celebrate faith at Tekakwitha gathering • Purchase products with minimal 2920, ext. 403. EL PASO, Texas (CNS) -- Nearly 600 Native American Catholics from 37 states packaging. 1 lb. of plastic = 24 + Upcoming programs: joined in the annual Tekakwitha Conference gathering in El Paso July 17-22. gallons of water to produce. Aug. 29 - 8 p.m., SUNY Potsdam Participants from Maine to Oregon, Florida to California, attended the annual four-day event that was held in the El Paso Convention and Performing Arts Center. Named for St. Kateri Tekakwitha, who was canonized in October 2012, the Tekakwitha Conference was originally founded to help indigenous Catholics "reinforce Catholic identity" while at the same time affirming "pride in our cul- tures and spiritual traditions," which are "special gifts" to the Catholic Church, said Sister Kateri Mitchell, a Sister of St. Ann, who is the conference's executive director. Keynote speakers at the gathering focused on the relationship of Na- tive American cultural activities and the transformative nature of sacraments in the Catholic Church. 10 World/nation NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 7 JULY 31, 2013 JULY 31, 2013 On stormy seashore, pope invites young people to follow Jesus As World Youth Day begins

"but they end up possessing By Cindy Wooden us and making us always Catholic News Service want to have more, never satisfied." RIO DE JANEIRO (CNS) -- Even at its Instead, he said, with stormiest, the Sea of Galilee Christ as the center of your doesn't have waves like life "you will never be disap- those pounding Copacabana pointed," but, he added, "the beach, but Pope Francis young must be strong" to re- asked young Catholics to sist the temptations around imagine they were with Jesus them. on the seashore and he was Pope Francis asked the asking them to follow him young people to think about and share his love with oth- a meal and what it means to ers. "put on salt," then he told In his first remarks to the them, "Put on faith and your young people at the huge life will take on a new flavor." World Youth Day celebration "Put on hope and every one on the beach July 25, Pope of your days will be enlight- Francis spoke of belonging to ened and your horizon will the great family of faith and no longer be dark," he told that included a moment of them. "Put on love and your silent prayer for Sophie life will be like a house built Moriniere, a French pilgrim on rock, your journey will be who died July 17 in a car ac- joyful because you will find cident in French Guiana. many friends to journey with The celebration also in- you." cluded a "shout out" to re- "Put on Christ," he said, tired Pope Benedict XVI, who "you will find a friend in chose Rio as the site of World whom you can always trust" Youth Day 2013 and selected and "your life will be full of its theme: "Go and make dis- his love." ciples of all nations." Getting practical about The nations were present matters, the pope told the on the windswept, rain- young people that Christ is drenched beach where hun- waiting to wash away their dreds of thousands of young CNS PHOTO/PAUL HARING sins in the sacrament of people began gathering just Pope Francis embraces a young woman during the World Youth Day welcoming ceremony on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro penance, to nourish them after noon for a program of July 25. with his body in the Eu- prayer and song dominated of reasons for being part of Ida Szuzepaniak, 25, from to my Gospel?" charist and to encounter by Brazilians, but featuring World Youth Day and a vari- Poznan, Poland, said the ex- The Gospel reading for the them through their Christian groups from around the ety of levels of previous in- perience of being in Rio with evening prayer service was peers who will give them globe. volvement with the church. hundreds of thousands of St. Luke's account of the friendship, encouragement But tens of thousands of "But today you are all here her peers in the cold and rain transfiguration of Jesus, in- and support. young people abandoned the -- or better yet, we are all has taught her "that I have to cluding St. Peter's line, "Mas- As winter darkness settled sandy beach for the paved here together as one in order have more patience, I need to ter, it is good that we are over the crowd, Pope Francis roadway when the pope's to share the faith and the joy pray more." here." (Lk 9:28-36). told the young people to helicopter touched down at of an encounter with Christ, She also said she was im- In his homily, the pope offer the witness of faith and Fort Copacabana; the pope of being his disciples," the pressed by the Masses and echoed those words, telling the service of charity to oth- spent more than half hour pope said in his introductory other gatherings where the young people that it is al- ers, "carrying to this world a driving from the fort on one remarks. everyone seemed to know ways good to be gathered ray of his light." end of the famous beach to Katherine Tanadi, 21, from the words to the songs and around Jesus and to keep He said it is tough being a the stage situated about two the Cathedral of the Good were willing to sing along. Jesus at the center of their bishop -- and a "sad bishop" and a half miles away. Shepherd in Singapore, told "In Poland everyone is very lives. Faith, he said, is a is no good to anyone -- so it Jesuit Father Federico Lom- Catholic News Service that quiet," she said, but the exu- "Copernican revolution," an is important for him and bardi, Vatican spokesman, World Youth Day already "has berance in Rio "makes the ex- operation that shifts con- other bishops to be con- said an estimated 1 million been a life-changing experi- perience more interesting." cerns and priorities so that firmed by the enthusiastic people were on the beach for ence." Pope Francis told the teens they revolve around Jesus faith of the young. Pope the ceremony with the pope. Standing on the beach, she and young adults that Jesus and not the individual or Francis also said the way the The diversity represented said Rio was her first World was asking each person gath- false idols. pilgrims have continued cel- at the event was not simply a Youth Day and "I have met ered on the seashore: "Do "Certainly possessions, ebrating despite the weather matter of the national flags young Catholics from all you want to be my disciple? money and power can give a demonstrates how "your the pilgrims were carrying. over the world. It's incredi- Do you want to be my friend? momentary thrill, the illu- faith is stronger than the rain Pope Francis said he knew ble." Do you want to be a witness sion of being happy," he said, and the cold." the youths also had a variety 8 Diocesan Life NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 9 JULY 31, 2013 JULY 31, 2013 Bishop LaValley presides at final Mass at St. Patrick’s Church in Hogansburg Parishioners share memories of St. Patrick’s When the last brick of this beautiful edifice comes down, what remains Farewell, beloved St. Patrick’s By Suzanne Pietropaoli Staff Writer standing will be the lives that will go on living and giving, who were birthed here

HOGANSBURG - For those grieving to go elsewhere to plant the seeds of faith received in our mother church By Suzanne Pietropaoli the loss of a loved one, re- Sr. Ellen Donahue, SA, Episcopal Delegate for Religious Staff writer membering the past can for the Diocese of Ogdensburg and native of St. Patrick’s Church bring solace and point hope- “When the last brick of this and really grew through Fa- Patrick’s was home in a dif- - The beautiful fully toward the future. As HOGANSBURG beautiful edifice comes ther Kris’ teaching. ferent sense: she was mar- Gothic-style church was parishioners took final leave down,” she said, “what re- “Then my daughter made ried there, was a life-long filled to capacity, and more of St. Patrick’s Church July 7, mains standing will be the her First Communion member of the parish - and than a dozen priests concel- they were happy to share lives that will go on living here,”Ms. Bashaw said. “It has for many years, served as ebrated Mass with Bishop memories of their parish. and giving, who were birthed been so wonderful; the eld- rectory housekeeper. Terry LaValley and pastor Fa- Atonement Sister Ellen here to go elsewhere to plant erly people in this parish “It was a big part of my life ther Martin Cline at St. Donahue, Episcopal Delegate the seeds of faith received in have really inspired me by for a long time,” she recalls. Patrick’s July 7. for Religious for the Diocese our mother church. their faith.” “I have seen lots of priests The faith of those present, of Ogdensburg, was baptized “We continue to live the life For Chris and Cherie Jock, come and go, and bishops the extraordinary music, at St. Patrick’s and received of Jesus, accepting our joys the leave-taking is deeply too. Now it is my turn to go, and the deeply pastoral hom- the sacraments there until and sorrows as we call upon personal. and I will be going to Sacred ily echoed the day’s psalm she entered religious life in the Lord who has revealed “We were married here in Heart in Massena, which is response: “Let all the earth 1956. She recalls a “vital himself to us in this sacred 1993, by Msgr. Devan - who nearest my home.” cry out to God with joy.” faith-filled community in Atonement Sister John Marie Kelleher, place,” Sister Ellen said. also baptized our children. For trustee Ivan Leroux, St. There was, too, an under- which life was lived, shared, left, was the founding member of the Angie Bashaw’s association We renewed our vows here in Patrick’s has been home tone of sadness: following Father Kris Lauzon, former pastor 2001- and very much grounded in Hogansburg convent in 1941 and stayed with St. Patrick’s spans fewer the last week the church was since he was baptized there this celebration, the doors of 2003, read the Gospel. faith, hope, and charity. with the people for 16 years of ministry. years, but they have been open,” Mr. Jock said. “This in 1936. this historic building have “I went from the beauty of She had planned to come to the July 7 for that beautiful image of St. very significant ones: 12 was Cherie’s parents’ parish; “I grew up in this parish, closed permanently. this place to landing on tar- celebration but was unable to make the Patrick’s Church,” he said. “ years ago she was received her dad was buried from and it was a great place to Yet the faith that was macs in Canada, Italy, Ire- trip because of illness. Her greetings to Thank you, Bishop, for your into the Church here at the here two years ago. It has be,” he said. “We were forged there over the past land, South Africa, and Brazil the people were shared at the reception Joanne Reyome, a long time parishioner, time, for your presence, for Easter vigil. been an especially welcom- blessed to have this church 179 years remains very where our order established and are reprinted in this article. She is read the first reading for the closing your beautiful words. “I was a convert from ing place for our son Zach, for so long. Once it was so much alive. Bishop LaValley missionary houses,” she said. pictured above with Sister . liturgy at St. Patrick’s. Thanks be to God: may you Protestantism,” she said, whose autism issues can full of people, but times brought this home power- “But it was the life of St. help us to remember that for “and ([then-pastor) Father\. make Mass difficult for him. change and people die or Father Kris Lauzon, pastor fully in his homily, drawing ten in heaven. May God be Patrick’s in Hogansburg your faithful people, Lord, Kris Lauzon really drew me “We have just one word for move away. at St. Patrick’s from 2001- from that Sunday’s Gospel: praised! Forever, may God be which grew up inside of me life is changed, not ended.” into the life of the parish. I St. Patrick’s: HOME!” “Closing the parish is hard, 2003, admits to mixed emo- “‘Rejoice because our names PHOTOS SUPPLIED praised!” and gave me the strength to At this point, the trustees brought my Bible with me, For Anna Mae Gray, St. but you have to do what you tions. are written in heaven.’ We Cindy Gabri and Toni Herne, Altar and Rosary Society members of St. Patrick’s Church in forge into the future.” of St. Patrick’s Church and of have to do,” he said. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 are all members of the Body Hogansburg, present the Offertory gifts to Bishop LaValley during the final parish Mass ‘Thank you’ St. Mary’s Church in Fort Cov- of Christ through baptism. July 7. Also shown is Taylor French, altar server for the liturgy. After Communion, Father ington were called to the Our faith, though nourished, bishop, in one nearby my share our faith with others Martin Cline offered his front of the church. There, challenged, and supported in hometown I saw relatives, by word and deed,” Bishop thanks to the many who had the St. Patrick’s trustees the local family of the parish, lifelong friends, and others LaValley said. “Make an effort assisted him in the painful handed on their church’s is not rooted in a building. lose the church building to pray for vocations to the closure process: “The peo- relic of St. Patrick to the Rather, we follow Jesus, who where they and their loved priesthood and consecrated ple! My Mom and Dad! The trustees of St. Mary’s, where is the Way, the Truth, and the ones were baptized, married, life. parish council members and the relic will now reside. Life.” and buried. “Also, I would like to thank trustees—their support over Father Cline’s last words as It is this faith that is the “It is the same for this con- Father Cline for his tireless my three years here has been pastor of St. Patrick’s were “impressive spiritual legacy gregation before me,” he pastoral leadership in these very important to me. addressed to its last parish- of St. Patrick’s,” the bishop said. “You have made First— changing times; this has “To my brother priests, es- ioners. “Find a Roman noted. “Since 1834, baptized and a lifetime—of Holy Com- been especially challenging pecially those who are here Catholic church that wel- Catholics have gathered here munions here. You have for his first assignment as today: I am so grateful,” Fa- comes you,” he urged. “Don’t to be nourished by word and been confirmed and ex- pastor,” he said. “ We don’t ther Cline said. “To Bishop let this be the thing that kills sacrament…Your forbears changed wedding vows here. learn this in the seminary! LaValley, Father Kevin your faith! God has not traveled many miles, often You have brought loved ones Thanks to the parishioners, O’Brien, and St. Joseph Sister changed; his love for you has on foot, to receive the sacra- to be buried here. Many vo- and to the pastoral council Jennifer Votraw, for all your not changed. We are a peo- ments here. Priests and sis- cations to the priesthood, di- who have supported him. “ help: thank you! To religious ple of hope!” ters - especially the Sisters of aconate, and religious life Above all, the Bishop re- sisters who have served Parishioners past and pres- Mercy and later the Atone- were nurtured here.” minded the congregation: here, for countless hours ent, and a multitude of ment Sisters - gave of them- Though this parish closes, “Pastoral care continues! The and sacrifices to make St. friends, voiced their feelings selves here, and we express Bishop LaValley continued, building is no longer avail- Patrick’s families and chil- with a prolonged ovation. our gratitude.” “We live under God’s provi- able to us, but the Church is. dren strong in their faith, I After the final blessing, dence. He has a plan we Father Cline will continue to am grateful. For those fami- hundreds and hundreds of No task more difficult don’t know, but we do know minister to your needs. I lies and children who have voices joined the choir in a Still, “There is no task more that the Church has been give thanks to Almighty God carried that faith with them resounding rendition of “Joy- During the week before the closing of St. Patrick’s Church, the parishioners celebrated the Sacraments of the church. On Monday, The trustees of St. Patrick’s Church, Jerry Mahoney and Mary Lacerenza, hand a statue difficult than deciding a doing pastoral planning for your faithfulness; let us throughout the diocese, and ful, Joyful, We Adore Thee.” they celebrated the sacrament of baptism, on Tuesday. Eucharist, confirmation and reconciliation; and on Wednesday night, voca- and relic of St. Patrick to the trustees of St. Mary’s of the Fort in Fort Covington, Cindy parish church must close,” since Pentecost.” pray for and support one an- to those who are gathered It would have been impos- tions. Father Martin Cline, pastor, renewed the wedding vows of all who participated that night. This picture shows the “older” cou- Healy and Filene Chapman. The gesture was made as a “sign of the uniting of the two Bishop LaValley said. “Among Moving forward, parish- other. Let us join those 72 re- here today: thank you, thank sible to miss the love—and ples of the parish. From left to right are Mr. and Mrs. John Demo, (parents of Father Mickey Demo), celebrating 55 years; Mr. and Mrs. parishes,” said Father Martin Cline, pastor of Fort Covington and Bombay as well as St. the four parishes which ioners must continue to turning disciples and rejoice you, thank you! the hopefulness—in their Ivan Major celebrating 56 years of marriage; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brockway, 58 years of marriage; and Mr. and Mrs. John Poirier cele- Patrick’s. “The people will certainly welcome the people of the St. Patrick’s to pray with closed while I have been “grow closer, to worship, to because our names are writ- “Thanks to Donna Smith, farewell. brating 55 years. them and to celebrate the faith with them. “ 8 Diocesan Life NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 9 JULY 31, 2013 JULY 31, 2013 Bishop LaValley presides at final Mass at St. Patrick’s Church in Hogansburg Parishioners share memories of St. Patrick’s When the last brick of this beautiful edifice comes down, what remains Farewell, beloved St. Patrick’s By Suzanne Pietropaoli Staff Writer standing will be the lives that will go on living and giving, who were birthed here

HOGANSBURG - For those grieving to go elsewhere to plant the seeds of faith received in our mother church By Suzanne Pietropaoli the loss of a loved one, re- Sr. Ellen Donahue, SA, Episcopal Delegate for Religious Staff writer membering the past can for the Diocese of Ogdensburg and native of St. Patrick’s Church bring solace and point hope- “When the last brick of this and really grew through Fa- Patrick’s was home in a dif- - The beautiful fully toward the future. As HOGANSBURG beautiful edifice comes ther Kris’ teaching. ferent sense: she was mar- Gothic-style church was parishioners took final leave down,” she said, “what re- “Then my daughter made ried there, was a life-long filled to capacity, and more of St. Patrick’s Church July 7, mains standing will be the her First Communion member of the parish - and than a dozen priests concel- they were happy to share lives that will go on living here,”Ms. Bashaw said. “It has for many years, served as ebrated Mass with Bishop memories of their parish. and giving, who were birthed been so wonderful; the eld- rectory housekeeper. Terry LaValley and pastor Fa- Atonement Sister Ellen here to go elsewhere to plant erly people in this parish “It was a big part of my life ther Martin Cline at St. Donahue, Episcopal Delegate the seeds of faith received in have really inspired me by for a long time,” she recalls. Patrick’s July 7. for Religious for the Diocese our mother church. their faith.” “I have seen lots of priests The faith of those present, of Ogdensburg, was baptized “We continue to live the life For Chris and Cherie Jock, come and go, and bishops the extraordinary music, at St. Patrick’s and received of Jesus, accepting our joys the leave-taking is deeply too. Now it is my turn to go, and the deeply pastoral hom- the sacraments there until and sorrows as we call upon personal. and I will be going to Sacred ily echoed the day’s psalm she entered religious life in the Lord who has revealed “We were married here in Heart in Massena, which is response: “Let all the earth 1956. She recalls a “vital himself to us in this sacred 1993, by Msgr. Devan - who nearest my home.” cry out to God with joy.” faith-filled community in Atonement Sister John Marie Kelleher, place,” Sister Ellen said. also baptized our children. For trustee Ivan Leroux, St. There was, too, an under- which life was lived, shared, left, was the founding member of the Angie Bashaw’s association We renewed our vows here in Patrick’s has been home tone of sadness: following Father Kris Lauzon, former pastor 2001- and very much grounded in Hogansburg convent in 1941 and stayed with St. Patrick’s spans fewer the last week the church was since he was baptized there this celebration, the doors of 2003, read the Gospel. faith, hope, and charity. with the people for 16 years of ministry. years, but they have been open,” Mr. Jock said. “This in 1936. this historic building have “I went from the beauty of She had planned to come to the July 7 for that beautiful image of St. very significant ones: 12 was Cherie’s parents’ parish; “I grew up in this parish, closed permanently. this place to landing on tar- celebration but was unable to make the Patrick’s Church,” he said. “ years ago she was received her dad was buried from and it was a great place to Yet the faith that was macs in Canada, Italy, Ire- trip because of illness. Her greetings to Thank you, Bishop, for your into the Church here at the here two years ago. It has be,” he said. “We were forged there over the past land, South Africa, and Brazil the people were shared at the reception Joanne Reyome, a long time parishioner, time, for your presence, for Easter vigil. been an especially welcom- blessed to have this church 179 years remains very where our order established and are reprinted in this article. She is read the first reading for the closing your beautiful words. “I was a convert from ing place for our son Zach, for so long. Once it was so much alive. Bishop LaValley missionary houses,” she said. pictured above with Sister Jerome. liturgy at St. Patrick’s. Thanks be to God: may you Protestantism,” she said, whose autism issues can full of people, but times brought this home power- “But it was the life of St. help us to remember that for “and ([then-pastor) Father\. make Mass difficult for him. change and people die or Father Kris Lauzon, pastor fully in his homily, drawing ten in heaven. May God be Patrick’s in Hogansburg your faithful people, Lord, Kris Lauzon really drew me “We have just one word for move away. at St. Patrick’s from 2001- from that Sunday’s Gospel: praised! Forever, may God be which grew up inside of me life is changed, not ended.” into the life of the parish. I St. Patrick’s: HOME!” “Closing the parish is hard, 2003, admits to mixed emo- “‘Rejoice because our names PHOTOS SUPPLIED praised!” and gave me the strength to At this point, the trustees brought my Bible with me, For Anna Mae Gray, St. but you have to do what you tions. are written in heaven.’ We Cindy Gabri and Toni Herne, Altar and Rosary Society members of St. Patrick’s Church in forge into the future.” of St. Patrick’s Church and of have to do,” he said. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 are all members of the Body Hogansburg, present the Offertory gifts to Bishop LaValley during the final parish Mass ‘Thank you’ St. Mary’s Church in Fort Cov- of Christ through baptism. July 7. Also shown is Taylor French, altar server for the liturgy. After Communion, Father ington were called to the Our faith, though nourished, bishop, in one nearby my share our faith with others Martin Cline offered his front of the church. There, challenged, and supported in hometown I saw relatives, by word and deed,” Bishop thanks to the many who had the St. Patrick’s trustees the local family of the parish, lifelong friends, and others LaValley said. “Make an effort assisted him in the painful handed on their church’s is not rooted in a building. lose the church building to pray for vocations to the closure process: “The peo- relic of St. Patrick to the Rather, we follow Jesus, who where they and their loved priesthood and consecrated ple! My Mom and Dad! The trustees of St. Mary’s, where is the Way, the Truth, and the ones were baptized, married, life. parish council members and the relic will now reside. Life.” and buried. “Also, I would like to thank trustees—their support over Father Cline’s last words as It is this faith that is the “It is the same for this con- Father Cline for his tireless my three years here has been pastor of St. Patrick’s were “impressive spiritual legacy gregation before me,” he pastoral leadership in these very important to me. addressed to its last parish- of St. Patrick’s,” the bishop said. “You have made First— changing times; this has “To my brother priests, es- ioners. “Find a Roman noted. “Since 1834, baptized and a lifetime—of Holy Com- been especially challenging pecially those who are here Catholic church that wel- Catholics have gathered here munions here. You have for his first assignment as today: I am so grateful,” Fa- comes you,” he urged. “Don’t to be nourished by word and been confirmed and ex- pastor,” he said. “ We don’t ther Cline said. “To Bishop let this be the thing that kills sacrament…Your forbears changed wedding vows here. learn this in the seminary! LaValley, Father Kevin your faith! God has not traveled many miles, often You have brought loved ones Thanks to the parishioners, O’Brien, and St. Joseph Sister changed; his love for you has on foot, to receive the sacra- to be buried here. Many vo- and to the pastoral council Jennifer Votraw, for all your not changed. We are a peo- ments here. Priests and sis- cations to the priesthood, di- who have supported him. “ help: thank you! To religious ple of hope!” ters - especially the Sisters of aconate, and religious life Above all, the Bishop re- sisters who have served Parishioners past and pres- Mercy and later the Atone- were nurtured here.” minded the congregation: here, for countless hours ent, and a multitude of ment Sisters - gave of them- Though this parish closes, “Pastoral care continues! The and sacrifices to make St. friends, voiced their feelings selves here, and we express Bishop LaValley continued, building is no longer avail- Patrick’s families and chil- with a prolonged ovation. our gratitude.” “We live under God’s provi- able to us, but the Church is. dren strong in their faith, I After the final blessing, dence. He has a plan we Father Cline will continue to am grateful. For those fami- hundreds and hundreds of No task more difficult don’t know, but we do know minister to your needs. I lies and children who have voices joined the choir in a Still, “There is no task more that the Church has been give thanks to Almighty God carried that faith with them resounding rendition of “Joy- During the week before the closing of St. Patrick’s Church, the parishioners celebrated the Sacraments of the church. On Monday, The trustees of St. Patrick’s Church, Jerry Mahoney and Mary Lacerenza, hand a statue difficult than deciding a doing pastoral planning for your faithfulness; let us throughout the diocese, and ful, Joyful, We Adore Thee.” they celebrated the sacrament of baptism, on Tuesday. Eucharist, confirmation and reconciliation; and on Wednesday night, voca- and relic of St. Patrick to the trustees of St. Mary’s of the Fort in Fort Covington, Cindy parish church must close,” since Pentecost.” pray for and support one an- to those who are gathered It would have been impos- tions. Father Martin Cline, pastor, renewed the wedding vows of all who participated that night. This picture shows the “older” cou- Healy and Filene Chapman. The gesture was made as a “sign of the uniting of the two Bishop LaValley said. “Among Moving forward, parish- other. Let us join those 72 re- here today: thank you, thank sible to miss the love—and ples of the parish. From left to right are Mr. and Mrs. John Demo, (parents of Father Mickey Demo), celebrating 55 years; Mr. and Mrs. parishes,” said Father Martin Cline, pastor of Fort Covington and Bombay as well as St. the four parishes which ioners must continue to turning disciples and rejoice you, thank you! the hopefulness—in their Ivan Major celebrating 56 years of marriage; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brockway, 58 years of marriage; and Mr. and Mrs. John Poirier cele- Patrick’s. “The people will certainly welcome the people of the St. Patrick’s to pray with closed while I have been “grow closer, to worship, to because our names are writ- “Thanks to Donna Smith, farewell. brating 55 years. them and to celebrate the faith with them. “ 10 World/nation NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 7 JULY 31, 2013 JULY 31, 2013 On stormy seashore, pope invites young people to follow Jesus As World Youth Day begins

"but they end up possessing By Cindy Wooden us and making us always Catholic News Service want to have more, never satisfied." RIO DE JANEIRO (CNS) -- Even at its Instead, he said, with stormiest, the Sea of Galilee Christ as the center of your doesn't have waves like life "you will never be disap- those pounding Copacabana pointed," but, he added, "the beach, but Pope Francis young must be strong" to re- asked young Catholics to sist the temptations around imagine they were with Jesus them. on the seashore and he was Pope Francis asked the asking them to follow him young people to think about and share his love with oth- a meal and what it means to ers. "put on salt," then he told In his first remarks to the them, "Put on faith and your young people at the huge life will take on a new flavor." World Youth Day celebration "Put on hope and every one on the beach July 25, Pope of your days will be enlight- Francis spoke of belonging to ened and your horizon will the great family of faith and no longer be dark," he told that included a moment of them. "Put on love and your silent prayer for Sophie life will be like a house built Moriniere, a French pilgrim on rock, your journey will be who died July 17 in a car ac- joyful because you will find cident in French Guiana. many friends to journey with The celebration also in- you." cluded a "shout out" to re- "Put on Christ," he said, tired Pope Benedict XVI, who "you will find a friend in chose Rio as the site of World whom you can always trust" Youth Day 2013 and selected and "your life will be full of its theme: "Go and make dis- his love." ciples of all nations." Getting practical about The nations were present matters, the pope told the on the windswept, rain- young people that Christ is drenched beach where hun- waiting to wash away their dreds of thousands of young CNS PHOTO/PAUL HARING sins in the sacrament of people began gathering just Pope Francis embraces a young woman during the World Youth Day welcoming ceremony on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro penance, to nourish them after noon for a program of July 25. with his body in the Eu- prayer and song dominated of reasons for being part of Ida Szuzepaniak, 25, from to my Gospel?" charist and to encounter by Brazilians, but featuring World Youth Day and a vari- Poznan, Poland, said the ex- The Gospel reading for the them through their Christian groups from around the ety of levels of previous in- perience of being in Rio with evening prayer service was peers who will give them globe. volvement with the church. hundreds of thousands of St. Luke's account of the friendship, encouragement But tens of thousands of "But today you are all here her peers in the cold and rain transfiguration of Jesus, in- and support. young people abandoned the -- or better yet, we are all has taught her "that I have to cluding St. Peter's line, "Mas- As winter darkness settled sandy beach for the paved here together as one in order have more patience, I need to ter, it is good that we are over the crowd, Pope Francis roadway when the pope's to share the faith and the joy pray more." here." (Lk 9:28-36). told the young people to helicopter touched down at of an encounter with Christ, She also said she was im- In his homily, the pope offer the witness of faith and Fort Copacabana; the pope of being his disciples," the pressed by the Masses and echoed those words, telling the service of charity to oth- spent more than half hour pope said in his introductory other gatherings where the young people that it is al- ers, "carrying to this world a driving from the fort on one remarks. everyone seemed to know ways good to be gathered ray of his light." end of the famous beach to Katherine Tanadi, 21, from the words to the songs and around Jesus and to keep He said it is tough being a the stage situated about two the Cathedral of the Good were willing to sing along. Jesus at the center of their bishop -- and a "sad bishop" and a half miles away. Shepherd in Singapore, told "In Poland everyone is very lives. Faith, he said, is a is no good to anyone -- so it Jesuit Father Federico Lom- Catholic News Service that quiet," she said, but the exu- "Copernican revolution," an is important for him and bardi, Vatican spokesman, World Youth Day already "has berance in Rio "makes the ex- operation that shifts con- other bishops to be con- said an estimated 1 million been a life-changing experi- perience more interesting." cerns and priorities so that firmed by the enthusiastic people were on the beach for ence." Pope Francis told the teens they revolve around Jesus faith of the young. Pope the ceremony with the pope. Standing on the beach, she and young adults that Jesus and not the individual or Francis also said the way the The diversity represented said Rio was her first World was asking each person gath- false idols. pilgrims have continued cel- at the event was not simply a Youth Day and "I have met ered on the seashore: "Do "Certainly possessions, ebrating despite the weather matter of the national flags young Catholics from all you want to be my disciple? money and power can give a demonstrates how "your the pilgrims were carrying. over the world. It's incredi- Do you want to be my friend? momentary thrill, the illu- faith is stronger than the rain Pope Francis said he knew ble." Do you want to be a witness sion of being happy," he said, and the cold." the youths also had a variety 6 Diocesan Life NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC world/nation 11 JULY 31, 2013 JULY 31, 2013 Diocesan grants aid parish Bishop’s Schedule Rest in Peace 400,000 brave wind, rain Aug. 4 – 9:15 a.m., Mass at St. This week marks the anniversary CATHOLIC projects for the disabled Joseph's Church in Malone of the deaths of the following 11a.m., Mass at Notre Dame clergymen men who have served for WYD opening Mass Bishop Terry R. LaValley generosity of the Knights well as program develop- has announced that two who “assist our diocesan in- ment and the purchase of Church in Malone in the Diocese of Ogdensburg ble for choosing the city to grants of $5,000 each have stitutions in their efforts to special equipment. July 31 – Rev. Napoleon Brisson, By Lise Alves host World Youth Day 2013. been disbursed to Our Lady make Churches, schools and The grants awarded this Aug. 5 – 5 p.m., Clinton Deanery 1950; Rev. Michael O’Reilly, 1980 WORLD Catholic News Service He later highlighted the im- of Victory Church, Platts- parish centers accessible to year will assist Father Bishop’s Fund Reception at St. Au- Aug. 2 – Rev. Zephyrin Jutras, 1919 portance of this first foreign burgh and St. Joseph’s all people. William Reamer, pastor of gustine’s Parish Center in Peru Aug. 4 –Rev. Adolphe Saurel, 1925; RIO DE JANEIRO (CNS) - The mosaic trip by Pope Francis. "This World Youth Day was Church in Dannemora to as- “I am most grateful to the Our Lady of Victory in Platts- Rev. Willie Caron, M.S.C., 1972 AT A GLANCE of hundreds of national flags sist them with projects to im- Knights of Columbus for burgh, with funds to provide waving in the cold wind on destined to be ... the first prove accessibility to their their generosity in this area automatic doors at the en- Aug. 6 – 4 p.m., Mass at Camp Aug. 5 – Rev. M. Calixte Mourier, Copacabana beach was sym- apostolic trip of the first facilities for the disabled. and in the many ways in trance of the Church. Guggenheim in Saranac Lake O.M.I., 1912; Rev. Gerald A. Sharland, Jamboree Mass ties Scouts' Catholic faith, commitment to serve bolic, as pilgrims from all Latin American pope in his- The funds are made avail- which they support the work The automatic doors will 1973 MOUNT HOPE, W.Va. (CNS) -- Nearly 10,000 Boy Scouts from throughout the backgrounds, driven by a tory," said the archbishop. able from the annual contri- of the Church in our Dio- provide access to interior of Aug. 11 – 8:30 a.m., Mass at St. Aug. 7 – Msgr. Edmund H. Dumas, United States braved heavy rain and thunderstorms July 21 for an outdoor single faith, participated in In the crowd, thousands of Argentines cheered. Nearby, butions of the New York State cese,” the bishop said. the Church and to the chair Francis Solanus Church in Harrisville 2000 Mass celebrated by Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano, apostolic nuncio to the the opening Mass for World Knights of Columbus to the Announcement of the lift that enables people to a small group of Canadians 10:30 a.m., Mass at St. Hubert’s Aug. 8 – Rev. David N. Burke, 1913; United States. The Mass was part of the 10-day National Boy Scout Jamboree at Youth Day. Diocese of Ogdensburg. availability of these grants enter the body of the Church. "We come from different were ecstatic with the whole They are distributed by the was made last April by Father Donald Kramberg, Church in Star Lake Rev. Donald E. Seguin, 1976 the Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve in Mount Hope. Bishop cultures, speak different lan- celebration. diocese on the recommenda- Catholic Charities and the pastor of St. Joseph’s Church 2 p.m., 2nd Annual Prayer Rally Aug. 9 – Rev. Edward B. May, O.S.A, Michael J. Bransfield of Wheeling-Charleston concelebrated the Mass and guages, but we sing the same "This is so great. The en- tion of Catholic Charities and Department of Education. in Dannemora will use the at St. Mary’s Cathedral 1953; Rev. James N. Flattery, 1997 served as homilist. In his homily, Bishop Bransfield welcomed the Scouts to the songs and have the same thusiasm, the passion, it is the Department of Educa- The criteria for acceptabil- funds to help defray the ex- Aug. 10 – Rev. Walter J. LaRocque, Mountain State for the national jamboree marking its significance to the faith," said Nancy Issa of Ra- all incredible," said J.P. Martelino, 18, of St. Patrick tion. ity of a request cover several pense of installing a wheel Aug. 13 – 5 p.m., Hamilton- 1936; Rev. Joseph Bolduc, O.M.I., church. Bishop Bransfield acknowledged the hard work of the many people it mallah, West Bank. Issa and In announcing the grants factors. Improvement in al- chair lift and code appropri- 20 other Palestinians came to Parish in Vancouver, British Herkimer Deanery Bishop’s Fund 1956; Rev. Cornelius Vullings, M.S.C., took to make the national jamboree a reality for West Virginia. "For many to this year’s recipients, ready existing programs or ate stairwell for persons with months," he said, "a great deal of planning and labor has gone into preparing Brazil for the July 23-28 Columbia. When asked what Bishop LaValley noted the facilities is considered as mobility restrictions. Reception at St. Anthony’s Parish 1971; Msgr. Anthony A. Milia, 2010 he would take from the for this jamboree. When I visited here earlier this year, in the middle of winter, I events. Center in Inlet Aug. 11 – Rev. Gilbert Monroe, O.F.M., Rio Archbishop Orani Joao week, Martelino replied, was impressed with the beauty of the place and I wondered if it would be 1958; Rev. John M. Kennedy, 1979 Tempesta officially opened "Definitely the energy. ... I ready for you by summer. As I look out now, I see a transformed place, made all To Report Abuse Aug. 12 – Rev. Pierre Gagnon, O.M.I., World Youth Day with the will take that to Canada with DOVS pilgrimage the more wonderful by your presence and your enjoyment of all that nature me and try to reproduce it so NO PAPER NEXT WEEK 1901; Rev. John M. Varrily, 1913 evening Mass. CNS PHOTO/PAUL HARING If you have a complaint of suspected has to offer you. It is especially good to be with you as we gather around the "This week Rio becomes Pilgrims attend the opening Mass of it may attract more young Bishop Terry R. LaValley Cathedral of Montreal. misconduct involving diocesan The next issue of the North Country Aug. 13 – Msgr. Bernard F. Kellogg, altar, led in prayer by our apostolic nuncio, and take part in Lord's eucharistic the center of the church, people to church." will lead the annual diocesan The cost of $89 covers World Youth Day in Rio de Janeiro July clergy, religious, employees or volun- Catholic will be dated Aug. 14 1993 sacrifice." alive and young," he said. 23. People endured rain and wind on Co- After the Mass, the rain pilgrimage to pray for voca- lunch and bus travel from "These youths' enthusiasm started to pick up, and tions Oct. 9. Schroon Lake/Plattsburgh or teers, contact Victims Assistance Co- pacabana beach as they gathered for the Pope is most influential, 2nd most-followed world leader on Twitter show the face of the young event's kickoff ceremony. slowly the pilgrims headed This year’s pilgrimage, Ogdensburg/Potsdam/Mal- ordinator, Terrianne Yanulavich, Adult Environmental Stewardship Protecting God’s Children Catholics. ... I celebrate for all home. Tired and cold, many planned by Father Bryan one. Any proceeds will be & Youth Counseling Services of VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope Francis is the most influential world leader on Twit- "Emotions are very high," still smiled, telling Catholic The Diocese of Ogdensburg has those who believe that a new Stitt, diocean vocation direc- used for the promotion of Northern New York, PO Box 2446, "The water that I give will turn into a ter, with the highest number of retweets worldwide. He also is the second world is possible." said Jose Leonardo Chacin, News Service that this had tor, and the members of the vocations within the diocese. Plattsburgh, NY, 12901; e-mail: ayc- spring inside..welling up." scheduled sessions for Protecting most-followed leader of the world, running behind U.S. President Barack Police said more than 27, an accountant from Mara- been a great first day. Diocese of Ogdensburg Voca- A non-refundable payment is [email protected]; Phone: 518-569- John 4 God's Children for Adults. Pre-regis- Obama. The rankings were released July 24 in a recent study titled "Twiplo- 400,000 pilgrims braved the caibo, Venezuela. "Especially "I believe that World Youth tions Society (DOVS), will be due by Aug. 24. tration online is required in order to macy," which refers to the use of Twitter by world leaders. The study compiled a rain to gather on the beach. since the pope is Latin Amer- Day is similar to going to to the Shrine of St. Kateri (Passports or enhanced li- 0612; Fax: 518-425-0401 Water is essential for life. If life is sa- wide range of data from the Twitter accounts of 505 heads of state, foreign Some reacted with joy and ican." Mecca for Muslims," said Tekakwitha, Montreal. censes are required.) or Father James Seymour, the Epis- cred, then whatever supports life is participate. Participants may pre- ministers and governments from 153 countries during the month of July. Presi- tears when young people At the beginning of his Chacin. "Every Catholic, no The group will celebrate Further information is copal Vicar for Clergy at 315-393- sacred. register at www.virtus.org by se- matter what age, should do it dent @BarackObama is the most followed head of state, with more than 33.5 made their way up on the speech, Archbishop Tem- Mass at the shrine and pray a available from Connie Ran- 2920 , ext. 1340 Tips for conserving lecting the registration button and main stage carrying the Pil- pesta remembered retired at least once in his or her life- rosary for vocations at the dall at 315-265-2762. the sacred gift of water: following the directions. All em- million followers, and has the fourth-most popular account overall, right be- grim's Cross. Pope Benedict XVI, responsi- time." • Water your garden/lawn early in ployees and volunteers who partici- hind Lady Gaga, it said. But the second most-followed world leader is Pope Francis, with 7.2 million followers spread across his nine different language- morning or later in evening to reduce pate in church sponsored activities based @Pontifex accounts. Despite Obama's strong following, Pope Francis is evaporation. with minor are required to partici- pate in this training. Further infor- the most influential world leader with the highest number of retweets, the re- • Fix leaky faucets and toilets; 1 drip port said. per second= 3000 gallons of water mation is available from Atonement per year. Sister Ellen Donahue, 315-393- Native Americans celebrate faith at Tekakwitha gathering • Purchase products with minimal 2920, ext. 403. EL PASO, Texas (CNS) -- Nearly 600 Native American Catholics from 37 states packaging. 1 lb. of plastic = 24 + Upcoming programs: joined in the annual Tekakwitha Conference gathering in El Paso July 17-22. gallons of water to produce. Aug. 29 - 8 p.m., SUNY Potsdam Participants from Maine to Oregon, Florida to California, attended the annual four-day event that was held in the El Paso Convention and Performing Arts Center. Named for St. Kateri Tekakwitha, who was canonized in October 2012, the Tekakwitha Conference was originally founded to help indigenous Catholics "reinforce Catholic identity" while at the same time affirming "pride in our cul- tures and spiritual traditions," which are "special gifts" to the Catholic Church, said Sister Kateri Mitchell, a Sister of St. Ann, who is the conference's executive director. Keynote speakers at the gathering focused on the relationship of Na- tive American cultural activities and the transformative nature of sacraments in the Catholic Church. 12 commentary NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 5 JULY 31, 2013 JULY 31, 2013 SCRIPTURE REFLECTIONS YOUNG CATHOLIC VOICE Only treasure worth seeking: the love of God Two olives in the martini of life The theme of today’s relative won’t share an in- storage barn to hold it all. foolish preoccupation with readings are very heritance. He never pauses to ask AUG. 4 riches. “Seek the things that for my grandfather to hold his first great grand- close to a major He wants the Mas- himself what God might are above, where Christ is… By Amanda Conklin child even if it was just once. But, this was not theme of Pope ter to intervene! have to say about all his 18th Sunday of Ordinary Time .Set your minds on what is Campus ministers, St. Mary’s, Canton God’s plan. Francis - the addic- Jesus, reading the wealth. He just decides to READINGS above, not on things that My perhaps unique experience has taught me tive power of man’s heart, utters a hoard it all. And God says are one earth.” There are two certainties in our human exis- that our human emotions are beautiful, yet frail. greed, and placing great teaching: to him, “You fool! You’re Ecclesiastes 1:2; 2-21-23 In other words, just keep tence: life and death. One brings great joy, the We often place too much trust in our emotions. I our security and “Avoid greed in all its going to die this very night! Colossians 3:1-5, 9011 your eyes, your thoughts, other, sadness. can’t tell you the amount of times that I’ve heard happiness in mate- forms”. And who will inherit all this Luke 12:13-21 and your heart attached to Recently, I’ve experienced both within the same the awful advice “follow your heart.” If we always rial possessions Then he tells a wealth of yours ?” me, and you’ll never lose week. I am anxiously anticipating the arrival of followed our heart and emotions, I’d probably be over our love for story about the fool- We find a similar condem- sleep at night worrying our first child any day now. While rejoicing in the in a lot of trouble today. Many end up falling God and the needs ish rich man who is a nation in the first reading accumulating wealth, if we about all your “stuff”! joy that comes from an event like this, I’ve also away from the faith because they don’t “feel” God of our neighbor. Monsignor real “pack rat”. from that great Wisdom don’t share it with those The only treasure worth been faced with the loss of someone very close anymore. Once the emotional high diminishes, In today’s Gospel, Paul E. Rather than give his book, Ecclesiastes, “Vanity who have less? seeking is the love and jus- to me, my grandfather. so does the devotion to the faith. Jesus gets a request excess wealth away to of vanities, and all is van- tice of God. In that we find Allen Henry Burns is known by many through- But we are called to look to the saints as exam- Whitmore The second reading from from a person in worthy causes, he de- ity!” In other words, what a St. Paul to the Colossians our true freedom and secu- out the Diocese. He owned Allen Photography in ples. Many saints experienced “dark nights of the the crowd whose cides to build a huge waste is a lifetime spent in tells us how to avoid all this rity. Ogdensburg for over 50 years. He worked side soul.” They didn’t “feel” God anymore, but even by side with his father, Henry Arthur Burns. My amid the darkness, they still trusted and held grandfather photographed countless weddings, firm in the faith. If we truly "let go and let God" family portraits, graduates, and many of our and trust in His will, amazing things can happen. Parishioners diocesan priests and bishops. In this case, it is through the hands of a priest. While known for his superb photography skills, Father Belina was not the first priest to be con- he was perhaps known better for his deep love tacted to give my grandfather last rites. My CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 here for 179 years, and he the final celebration at St. ligious ed classes to be held treal and the afternoon spent and sense of humor. Although he occasionally grandfather's pastor was out of town and since “There is sadness that a will still bless us. Patrick’. right in the school-- Hogans- at Belmont Park.” joked about homilies being too long (he often Father Belina is a family friend, he was quickly place of worship has closed, “So we move ahead and Illness prevented her from burg and Helena, and seven Sister also recalls the many timed them) and sometimes slipped a comment called and dropped everything, putting his but hope that new life will keep that faith,” Father Lau- coming, but Atonement Sis- one-room schools. After efforts of the Sodality, which in about considering Mormonism, he had a great priestly duty to the dying above anything else at come out of it,” he said. zon said. ter John Marie (Elizabeth) classes, we would visit even published (on mimeo- love of the Church and his faith was a large part that moment. As I mourned the fact that my “What we see here today is Kelleher sent warm greetings homes or take the census.” graph!) its own newsletter. of his life. grandfather will never hold my Emma Therese, the face of a region in de- Sr. John Marie’s memories which were read by Sister Sister John Marie’s recollec- Particularly memorable In his last days of his battle with cancer he was something dawned on me. The same hands that cline. But there is reason to Ellen Donahue. tions included First Com- were the annual Holy Week One expected honored not vocally responsive. However, the day before Amanda Conklin of Gouverneur is shown in a family photo with her gave my grandfather last rites as he left this hope: God has blessed us guest was not able to attend Sister John Marie arrived in munions, May processions retreats, “usually with Fr. he died, he whispered “St. Joseph” twice which earth to join God's family in heaven will be the Hogansburg on September 8, and crownings, the Living Drolet, S.J. and the Sodality grandfather, Allen Burns. Mr. Burns died just days before Mrs. Conklin prompted my mother to copy the prayer to St. gave birth to her first child. same hands that will baptize Emma as she enters 1941 “as the Angelus was Rosary in October every year, Institute at Lake Champlain. Joseph for a Happy Death and place it next to his God's family, the Church. ringing…It was my first as- and the luster lent to all the Many parents made big sac- bed. One of his favorite saints was St. Therese of deeper than anyone I’ve ever known and through I could have become consumed by my grief signment, so I was eager to celebrations by a large and rifices to enable their Lisieux, a Carmelite, and he died on the Feast of this, he truly lived Christ. and not noticed the beautiful things that have get started. Monsignor faithful corps of altar boys. teenagers to attend those Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Because of his deep love and life in Christ, he come out of this trying time. Instead, I am mov- Funke (pastor) drove us to all She applauds the choir but valuable weekends…These Beautifully, he held on and passed away liter- also constantly emanated an intense joy. Many ing through this experience only through a lot of the schools to arrange for re- laments that, “They and the are just a few of the high- ally breaths after he received Last Rites from were drawn to him and simply being in his pres- grace and trust in God. entire parish had to put up lights of my wonderful six- newly ordained Father Scott Belina. My grandfa- ence made you smile. I know one thing for sure, when my dad and with my many mistakes as I teen years in Hogansburg. It ther was not a deep theologian or philosopher. Trying to balance the deep grief at the loss of a husband share a cigar in the near future, it'll be was learning to play that was a magical time.” He loved martinis and cigars. He did not spend beautiful soul with the joyful anticipation in the both in celebrating the birth of a new life in our beautiful organ. But we were Sister Ellen Donahue, who time as a missionary, he didn’t write any books arrival of my own precious daughter has been family and celebrating the life of one who has fortunate to have had so grew up in St. Patrick’s parish or even have his Master’s Degree, but he loved very challenging. I wanted more than anything joined the ranks of heaven. many who were gifted with during those same years, great voices.” could not agree more. Sr. John Marie also fondly “This place was teeming remembers the Summer with life,” she said. “The School of Religion. Church was at the heart and “It was a very big part of center of every family. our religious education pro- “Sister John Marie’s mes- gram and took a lot of prepa- sage to each of us, young or ration,” she said. “Of course old, still echoes in my mind. the fun part came at the end “Never forget that you are - we had a picnic and the trip made in the image and like- to St. Joseph’s Shrine in Mon- ness of God, and take that truth wherever you go.” An impressive legacy, in- deed. 4 Diocesan Life NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC entertainment 13 JULY 31, 2013 JULY 31, 013 Bishop and Envisioning Leadership Team create Charter Document AT THE MOVIES Frequently asked questions THE WOLVERINE but his body has miraculous industrialist (what else?), is As part of the ongoing reasonable solution to powers of self-healing too. facing death. He summons process of discerning a Mu- achieve the common good By John Mulderig Ay, but there's the rub: his old friend for a final tually Shared Vision and of the team Catholic News Service Logan's invulnerability has visit. diocesan priorities for the • If at the end of the time resulted in virtual immortal- Naturally, Yashida has a next five years, Bishop allotted a solution is not Does the idea of a giant ity. And, after more than a fetching granddaughter, LaValley and his Envisioning achieved the facilitator be- suit of samurai armor made century of hanging around, Mariko (Tao Okamoto), Leadership Team have cre- comes the arbitrator. All out of an indestructible -- he's as bored, blase and whose position as his heir ated a Charter Document to sides agree to abide. but, alas, fictional -- alloy downright world-weary as makes her a target for bad guide their discussions dur- called adamantium strike any 1950s French philoso- guys. How many tattooed ing the coming months. Does the team have ground rules you as the coolest thing pher. Then there's the fact Yakuza types can Logan's Highlights of the docu- that, along the way, he acci- built-in Ginsu knives slice for effective behavior? ever? If so, then the macho ment follow: superhero adventure "The dentally killed his true love. and dice? Um, quite a lot. Communication between Darn! Fortunately, the relentless Members (including giving Wolverine" (Fox) might just What is the purpose of the be the movie for you. Perhaps a trip to exotic combat involves only mod- and receiving feedback) Japan might alleviate the erate gore, and occasional Envisioning Leadership Team? • Allow expression with- Viewers addicted neither to outsized gadgetry nor to blues? To justify the jaunt, flashes of wit offer some re- We will use our love of out interruption we open on flashbacks of lief from the fog of testos- Christ and His Church and • Trusting the good will of the Marvel Comics X-Men mythos of which this is an World War II that find Logan terone. commitment to our mission PHOTO BY JESSE SOVIE every person CNS PHOTO/FOX Listening sessions held across the North Country in the spring were a critical aspect of the ongoing process towards discerning a Mu- extension, however, may a POW sweating it out in a Less welcome is the fact to listen to the people of • Respect not simply tol- heavily reinforced hot box that Logan and Mariko not Hugh Jackman stars in a scene from the movie "The Wolverine." God, and discern our Dioce- tually Shared Vision for the Diocese of Ogdensburg. Above, Bishop LaValley welcomes the group gathered in Massena in early June. erate differing viewpoints find director James Man- gold's action picture a heavy that happens to be located only fall for each other, but Logan averts the guilt of references, occasional crude san needs, priorities, and The bishop and members of the Envisioning Leadership Team have adopted a Charter Document to guide their work during the 13- • No person dominates at across the bay from the fall into bed together as goals so that we might artic- month discerning process. Highlights of the document are published on this page. a meeting and all responsi- lift. That's largely due to the killing him only by accident and crass language. physical and emotional doomed city of Nagasaki. As well. They do so despite the -- will not sit well with The Catholic News Service ulate, proclaim, and imple- Answers why we exist as a love and wisdom, guides set aside ble for calling attention if the mushroom cloud looms, obvious detail that Logan's ment a Mutually Shared this phenomenon occurs. angst endured by the titular morally mature audience classification is A-III -- diocese. our work together and will • If pursuing: define the character (Hugh Jackman) Logan saves the life of one mark-of-Cain lifestyle does members. adults. The Motion Picture Vision rooting the Diocese Values: bring it to a successful con- problem as a team or design Facilitator determines time of his captors, an officer not exactly lend itself to of Ogdensburg more deeply limit if necessary. who also goes by the more The film contains con- Association of America rat- Answers how we make clusion persons to define then, con- casual handle Logan. named Yashida (Ken Yama- long-term commitments. stant action violence with ing is PG-13 -- parents in Christ. decisions, communicate and Behaviors: Awareness of tinue through the 7 -step mura). Additionally, a scene Member Involvement and Ostensibly, Logan would some blood, ritual suicides, strongly cautioned. Some behave as a diocese. God's presence through problem solving process seem to have a lot going for Flash forward to the pres- where the otherwise con- a nonmarital bedroom material may be inappropri- Why is it called “Envisioning Priorities: prayer and acknowledge- • If not pursuing: get the Leadership ent, and the aged but eter- ventionally heroic Logan al- • Coming prepared for him. Not only can he sprout scene, rear nudity, mature ate for children under 13. Leadership Team”? Answers what we accom- ment of the Spirit's presence help needed/the proper re- tougher-than-steel (i.e., also nally grateful Yashida most murders one of the plish in the next 18 to 24 in others; a positive, "can- sources to address any con- each meeting (Haruhiko Yamanouchi), principal villains (played by A vision of where we • Never forgetting the adamantium) claws from his ought to be in five years is months. do" attitude and refraining cerns hands at a moment's notice, now a fabulously wealthy Brian Tee) in cold blood -- It is a larger vision for our from that which is not Church we represent crucial in determine the • Members to advise the goals and priorities for the future that is informed not Decision Making: only by the Bishop, but by • Action on decisions only Bishop, if requested, regard- next five years. Discerning What are the expected ing the Pastoral Letter the vision is a process that the people of God through after consensus reached ALSO PLAYING listening sessions and dis- outcomes of the Envisioning (general agreement) demands leadership. General Tone and Environ- Leadership involves cernment with others. The Leadership Process? • Outside of team, deci- input from the people of 1. Endorse Team Charter sions are respected by all ment of Meetings arousing and satisfying the • Invite the Holy Spirit to needs and motives of fol- God is what makes it mutu- by May 14, 2013 publically ally shared: it is OUR vi- 2. Conclude all Listening • Gather all resources journey with us (prayer) lowers in an environment of • Start and end on time conflict, competition or sion. Sessions by June 25, 2013. needed to make informed 3 Complete Mutually- decisions • Clear agenda for each achievement which results meeting in followers taking action What are the values of the Shared Vision by February •Decisions may be ad- toward a mutually shared 13, 2014. justed or amended if out- Diocese of Ogdensburg? (Bishop LaValley will side variables impact the vision. HONESTY: Speaking the Why did Bishop LaValley Our team is to engage and promulgate a Pastoral Letter original decision truth with love on the Mutually Shared Vi- • Poll members to make ask the team members direct an envisioning Behaviors: Responding to to sign the Charter document? process that elicits the sion by March 25, 2014, the sure that all information ideas with transparency and Feast of the Annunciation) needed has been gathered To be effective as a team, needs and hopes of all the constructive criticism; main- members must be unified people of God in our dio- and input is sought from all taining confidentiality when • Identify decision clearly around a common purpose, cese, and to articulate and necessary Does the team have guidelines outcomes, guidelines and implement that vision in a • Contents of conversa- PATIENCE: God calls us to for effective procedures? tion is confidential norms. Each team member way that encourages every an unhurried, respectful, Problem Solving: must agree to commit his or Catholic in the diocese to CNS PHOTO/SUMMIT and attentive presence to • Raising concerns and Conflict Resolution: her best efforts to the team taking action toward fulfill- the team and its purpose problems to the team is wel- outcomes. Mary-Louise Parker, Bruce Willis and John Malkovich star in a scene from the movie "RED 2." Those "retired and extremely danger- ing that vision. • Clearly identify the con- ous" (RED) secret agents are back on the case in this lively sequel to the 2010 film, directed by Dean Parisot and based on the Behaviors: Not interrupt- comed flict (enduring disagree- The team worked together Our purpose is to “envi- ing, listening with respect; • Use facilitator and white to formulate the charter graphic novels by Warren Ellis and Cully Hamner. An ex-CIA agent (Bruce Willis) is adjusting to a quiet life with his kooky girlfriend sion” and “lead” as a team. ment) A facilitator quick fix is not the answer: board to be clear in prob- determines whether or not document, and Bishop (Mary-Louise Parker). Before long, he is recruited by his former partner (John Malkovich) to take on a new case and save the world give time to others lems raised or problem- to pursue and determines LaValley asked them to sign from nuclear annihilation. Joining the cause are super-spies from Britain (Helen Mirren), Russia (Catherine Zeta-Jones), and Hong What does a mutual HOPEFULNESS Conviction solving steps employed time is allotted for discus- the document as a sign of Kong (Byung Hun Lee). While the tone is light and silly amid the mayhem with witty repartee and innuendo, the high violence quo- shared vision entail? that God has called us to • Evaluate the problem to sion each member’s agreement tient places this film firmly in the adult camp. The Catholic News Service classification is A-III -- adults. The Motion Picture Associa- Purpose: this team process and in His determine weight: pursue or • Sides must propose a to support the charter. tion of America rating is PG-13 -- parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. 14 around the diocese NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC diocesan life 3 JULY 31, 2013 JULY 31, 2013

ADIRONDACK Date: Aug. 3 Contact: Fr Robinson at 315-782-1190 CHARISMATIC RETREAT Time: 3:15 p.m. or e-mail [email protected] Outstanding Bishop appoints new pastor Features: Rosary to Our Lady of Fatima, Saranac Lake - The annual Charismatic followed by a 15 minute private medita- THE BEAUTY OF BELIEF retreat has been planned. tion on the Luminous Mysteries. Confes- Potsdam - The Diocese of Ogdensburg is Date: Aug. 16-18 Catholic School for St. Mary’s in Champlain sions start at 2:45 p.m. , Mass at 4 p.m. hosting "The Beauty of Belief - a celebra- Place: Guggenheim Lodge tion of art and music in the Year of Faith" Bishop Terry R. LaValley the Pontifical Gregorian Uni- ciate director of religious ed- Features: Father Douglas Decker will VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Date: Aug. 18, has appointed Father versity in Rome. ucation and regional director preside. Prayer meeting will take place Teacher honored Heuvelton - St. Raphael parish will host Time: Doors to the gallery entrance for Clyde A. Lewis, to He was ordained for St. Lawrence Deanery Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. A Mass "SonWest Roundup" VBS for children in the art show will open at 3pm; concert certified to teach Biology, serve as pastor of St. Dec. 16, 1964 at St. from 1969 to 1972. of healing will be at 10:30 a.m Saturday. Mary’s in Champlain, Peter’s Basilica in From 1972 to 1979, Father By Sister Ellen Rose Coughlin, SSJ Chemistry and General Sci- pre-K through grade 6. Through Bible of choral, vocal and instrumental music succeeding Father Rome. Lewis served as diocesan di- Contact: Phone, 518-891-1182 Superintendent of Schools ence 7-12. stories, crafts, games and songs, children starts at 4pm James A. Delbel who Father Lewis’ first rector of religious education. will learn about God's plan of salvation. Place: SUNY Potsdam’s Hosmer Hall and In nominating Mrs. CLINTON Biedekapp, Ms. Lisa Par- died July 10. assignment was as He also served as president Dates: Aug 5-8 Gallery OGDENSBURG - Aimee Father Lewis will assistant pastor in of the New York State Council Biedekapp, a science sons, IHC Principal, stated: Time: 9 a.m. to noon Features: The event will feature musi- continue to serve as Saranac Lake. He of Diocesan Directors of Re- DAY OF ADORATION teacher at Immaculate “Aimee has perfected the Place: St. Raphael parish center cians sharing high quality choral, vocal, pastor in Rouses was also an assis- ligious Education and as a Ellenburg Center - Day of Adoration of Heart Central Junior/Senior craft of teaching. She Contact: Carolyn Pierce 344-7735/ or instrumental pieces that are sacred demonstrates an outstand- Point, a position he tant pastor in Gou- member of the board of di- the Blessed Sacrament with Meditations High School in Watertown, The North County Catholicwelcomes contributions to “Around the Diocese”. [email protected] and spiritually influenced as well as ing command of the sub- has held since 2002. Father verneur and at St. rectors of the National Con- on the Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet has been named the 2013 Previously, he was Mary’s Cathedral in ference of Diocesan Parishioners are invited to send information about activities to: artists sharing the beauty of faith Outstanding Catholic ject matter, creativity and Clyde Lewis Date: Aug. 7 pastor in Coopersville Ogdensburg. Directors. North Country Catholic, PO Box 326, K OF C BRUNCH through visual art. School Teacher for the Dio- originality in the presenta- Time: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. from 2003 until its He became pastor In addition, the priest has Ogdensburg, NY 13669; fax, 1-866-314-7296; Norfolk – The Knights of Columbus will For art Work: Entries for art work ac- cese of Ogdensburg. tion of her classes. Place: Our Lady of the Adirondacks e-mail [email protected]. “In the higher level sci- closure in March. of St. Augustine’s in Peru in served the diocese as a pro- be sponsoring a brunch. cepted through Aug. 1. Pictures can be She was honored July 17 1979 and then Holy Family Synodal Judge of the Mar- House of Prayer ence classes which she Father Lewis was born Items must be received in the NCCoffice by the Thursday before publication. Date: Aug. 11 e-mailed to [email protected]. during a luncheon hosted April 29, 1939, in Boston, in Watertown from 1993 to riage Tribunal, as a member Features: Come for an hour or stay all by Bishop Terry LaValley. teaches, Aimee has deliv- Time: 8:30 a.m. to Noon Further information is available from and grew up in Plattsburgh. 2002. of the Priests’ Personnel day. Rosary and mediation at 10 a.m., Mrs. Biedekapp began her ered results on Regents ESSEX – Renewal of Baptismal Promises; Tues. Place: Visitation Parish Center Carol Gonthier (315-212-5004), or Donna He studied for the priest- The priest also served the Board and as chair of the Art noon, 2 p.m., and 6 p.m. Divine Mercy teaching career in 1980 at exams which have sur- FISHING CHARTER – You are my Witnesses! Celebration of Cost: Adults, $7; Children under 12, $4; Smith (518-521-7256) passed those of her public hood at Wadhams Hall in Og- diocese as associate director and Architecture Committee Chaplet at 3 p.m. Bring a bag lunch. Sacred Heart School in Wa- densburg, Christ the King of the youth department of the diocesan Department Willsboro - St. Philip of Jesus & St. the Holy Eucharist. Under 5, Free; Family, $18; Take-outs tertown and moved to Im- school colleagues for many Contact: [email protected] Seminary in Olean, NY, and from 1966 to 1970 and asso- of Worship. Joseph, Essex are raffling off a Fishing DOVS VOCATION PILGRIMAGE maculate Heart Central years,” Ms. Parson said. or call 518-594-3253. JEFFERSON Charter for 4 people who will get to FIELD DAY AND CHICKEN BBQ Join Bishop LaValley, Father Bryan Stitt, High School in 1981. She “Mrs. Biedekapp has been able to deliver these results enjoy 4 hours on Lake Champlain with a CHICKEN BARBECUE Brasher Falls – K of C Annual Field Day and the members of the Diocese of Og- completed her 32nd year REDFORD PICNIC through her well prepared local professional guide. Fishing gear Watertown – The Watertown K of C is and Chicken BBQ will be held. densburg Vocations Society for a pilgrim- at IHC in June 2013. Knights invite all Catholics Redford – The 158th Annual Redford During her time at Im- plans, her high expecta- and license provided. Drawing Aug. 4 sponsoring a chicken barbecue. Date: Aug. 11 age to the Shrine of St. Kateri Picnic is to be held. maculate Heart, Mrs. tions and respectful and Cost: Chances are $10/each. Date: Aug. 24 Schedule: Old Timers Softball Tourna- Tekakwitha, Montreal to promote and Date: Aug. 18 Biedekapp has taught biol- professional rapport with to Aug. 11 prayer rally Contact: For tickets contact the Parish Time: 11 a.m. until gone ment at 9 a.m.; Chicken BBQ at 11 a.m.; support Vocations. ogy, chemistry, physics and students. She is viewed as a Place: Grounds of the Church of the As- ‘lead teacher’ by her peers.” office at 963-4524. Place: St. Anthony’s Church parking lot; Skilo at 12 p.m. Date: Oct. 9 advanced placement sci- - The Knights of to abortion, marriage and “There will be no snow on sumption Parish Center When asked why she has OGDENSBURG take-outs available. Cost: Chicken BBQ – Adults, $8; Children Cost: $89 (covers lunch and bus travel ence courses. Columbus of the North healthcare would impinge on the roads to and from Og- Schedule: Events start at 11:30 a.m. be- FRANKLIN spent her teaching career in Cost: Full Meal, $8; ½ Chicken Only, $5 5-12, $5; under 5, Free from Schroon Lake/Plattsburgh or Og- Her extracurricular re- Country are inviting all our freedom of conscience densburg to hinder travel on ginning with “The Fiddlers” until 1:30; a Catholic school, Mrs. sponsibilities cover a wide Catholics to participate in and could force Catholic in- Aug.11,” the bishop said. UNDERSTANDING ANNULMENTS Features: Concession Stand, Raffles, densburg/Potsdam/Malone) Biedekapp said, “It is a vo- “Roy Hurd” from 2 p.m. to 4 followed by LEWIS range of activities including prayer rally at St. Mary’s stitutions to close their The rally will begin at 2 Brushton- St. Mary’s is sponsoring a Food Sale, Plant Sale, and games, Features: Mass at the Shrine, Rosary for cation. Teaching at IHC is “Rock Brothers” from 4:15 p.m. to 6:15. chaperoning dances and Cathedral Aug. 11 at 2 p.m. doors.” p.m. outside St. Mary’s workshop “Understanding Annulments DIVINE MERCY DEVOTIONS chicken Dinner take-outs available by Vocations at the Cathedral of Montreal. part of me.” Drawing for the $5000 cash prize will be student bus trips, mentor- Responding to the pope “Bishop Terry R. LaValley Cathedral at the Monument Date: Aug. 7 Houseville - Divine Mercy Devotions for calling 389-5492. NO COOLERS (Any proceeds will be used for the pro- Mrs. Biedekapp was at 6:15 p.m. ing peer tutors and serving and the bishops of the will ask Our Lord for his in- to the Unborn. Following Time: 6 p.m. the month of August will be observed. motion of vocations in diocese.) Non-re- joined at the luncheon by on the Faculty Council. Cur- United States, the Knights of tercession and everyone brief remarks, participants Features: Ham and Roast Beef dinners her daughter Katie, Ms. Par- Place: St. Mary’s Parish Center Date: Aug. 4 SUMMER FAITH FUN fundable payment due by Aug. 24. rently Aimee is a member Columbus and Catholics present will be a witness to will proceed inside the cathe- will be served in the gym. Games, in- sons, Msgr. Robert Aucoin, Features: Msgr. Harry Snow, judicial Time: 3 p.m. Potsdam – Join St. Mary’s Church for Passports or enhanced licenses needed of the Principal’s Advisory from parishes throughout fellow citizens and elected dral for recitation of the cluding Skilo, Pie Wheel, Fancy Booth vicar for education; St. vicar for the Diocese of Ogdensburg will Place: St. Hedwig’s Church Summer Faith Fun celebrating Mary. Contact: Connie Randall at 315-265- Council, Moderator for the the Diocese of Ogdensburg officials that Catholics have a rosary. The rally should con- and rides on one of the oldest merry-go- Joseph Sister Shirley Anne discuss the purpose of annulments, the Features: The program includes: Ves- Date: Aug. 5-9 2762 for more information. National Honor Society and will unite in prayer. significant role to play in our clude about 4 PM. Brown, assistant superin- rounds in North America. Rummage sale Science Department Chair. A statement from the free society.” Following the rally, re- steps, the process and the language pers (Evening Prayer),Exposition of the Features: For children 4-12. Bible les- tendent for curriculum and starting at noon and numerous other She looks consistently for Knights explains the purpose The Knights and the freshments will be served used. Time for questions follows Most Blessed Sacrament, The Divine son, music, snack, games and more. MATTHEW KELLY EVENT instruction; Pam Ballantine, events. Free admission to the grounds opportunities to enhance of the gathering: “Freedom of bishop would like to see at and Jack Kelley and the Little Contact: For more information call St. Mercy Chaplet and Benediction. Learn about Mary’s life and her example Ogdensburg - Matthew Kelly will lead a assistant director of and enrich student learning conscience is at the heart of least 600 Catholics from Big Band will provide music Mary’s Parish office at 518-529-7433 or Contact: 315-348-6260 for information. for us as Christians. PASSION AND PURPOSE LIVE! event at St. Catholic education for RETREAT AND CELEBRATION DAY evidenced by her participa- who we are as Americans. every part of the diocese at the Knights of Columbus email: [email protected]. Contact: St. Mary’s Office at 265-9680 or Mary's Cathedral. Christian formation and Ellenburg – Our Lady of the Adirondacks tion in the “Bridge Contest” Impending federal and state travel to Ogdensburg. Home. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION e-mail [email protected] Date: Oct. 26 hosted be Jefferson Com- Catholic schools and St. House of Prayer will be having Retreat HAMILTON-HERKIMER laws and regulations relating Lowville - All are welcomed to Exposi- Time: 9 a.m. to 1:30 munity College and her in- Joseph Sister Ellen Rose and Celebration Day. YEAR OF FAITH MISSION tion of Blessed Sacrament, adoration, Di- DIOCESAN EVENTS Place: St. Mary’s Cathedral volvement in initial Coughlin, director of edu- Date: Aug. 24 cation and superintendent Lake Pleasant/Wells - St. Ann/St. James vine Mercy Chaplet, Luminous Mysteries PILGRIMAGE TO SPAIN Features: The day will center on a prac- discussions regarding the Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. STEM Program initiative. of schools. Major Parishes will be having a Year of of the Rosary, and Benediction. Fr. Donald Robinson will be leading a pil- tical exploration and understanding of Features: Bishop Terry LaValley will pre- Mrs. Biedekapp gradu- Faith Mission by Fr. Timothy Canaan. Date: Aug.8 grimage “Best of Spain and Portugal”. our Faith, and all the ways it’s meant to side at Mass and Fr. Jack Downs will ated from the State Univer- Schedule: Aug. 11 – St. James Major Time: 3 p.m. to 6 Dates: Feb. 18-28, 2014 impact our lives – including: spirituality, present a talk treating Mary as an exam- sity College of New York at Church; Aug. 12- St. Ann’s Church; Aug. 13 Place: St. Peter's Church Cost: $2899 per person from NYC relationships, work and money, personal ple of discipleship within the reach of us Cortland with a Magna Cum - St. James Major Church. Included: Roundtrip Air from NY, First health, and parenting. Lauda degree in Secondary all. Adoration and Mass will follow the ST. LAWRENCE Time: 7 p.m. Class/Select Hotels, Most Meals, Compre- Contact: See: rcdony.org/matthew- Education in Biology and talk. Lunch provided. Donations appre- Theme: Sun. – Adoration and Healing in FIRST SATURDAY ROSARY hensive Sightseeing and much more. kelly.html or contact Marika Donders in General Science 7- 12. She ciated and necessary the presence of the Blessed Sacrament; Massena - St. Mary's Church is holding a Features: Madrid, Salamanca, Lisbon, the Office of Evangelization at 315-393- received her Master of Edu- Contact: [email protected] or cation Degree at SUNY Pots- Mon. - Come to the Water and the Spirit special rosary to mark First Saturday. Seville, Granada & Toledo 2920, ext 1380 call 518-594-3253 before Aug. 15. dam and is permanently 2 Diocesan Life NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC news 15 JULY 31, 2013 JULY 31, 2013 NORTH OBITUARIES COUNTRY EDITOR’S NOTE Bombay – Anna (Brown) Boulais, 73; Fu- Massena – Brian P. Cromie 42; Funeral neral Services July 17, 2013 at St. Peter’s CATHOLIC neral July 12, 2013 at St. Joseph’s Services July 13, 2013 at Church of the Church; burial in St. Peter’s Cemetery. Box 326 A pope and a prince and a Patrick Church; burial in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Sacred Heart Ogdensburg, N.Y. 13669 Plattsburgh – Kathleen (Kelleher) USPS 0039-3400 You didn’t have to watch the Argentinians to shake up the for these three church leaders, Patrick’s arrival brings pure Brasher Falls – George H. Stowell, 85; Fu- Massena – Mary L. (Orologio) Fiacco, Masella, 83; Funeral Services July 22, BISHOP TERRY news too much over the church and make a and all their predecessors, joy. For the new mommy and neral July 10, 2013 at St. Patrick’s 100; Funeral July 23, 2013 at Church of 2013 at Our Lady of Victory Church; bur- R. LAVALLEY past couple of weeks to “mess” in their dioce- whose influence has changed daddy, there’s joy and worry Church; burial in parish cemetery. Sacred Heart; burial in Calvary Cemetery. ial in St. Peter’s Church. President get the message: one ses by going out into the world forever. and fear and pain and still person’s life can really the streets to spread It’s not necessary, though, to more joy. Because of Patrick REV. JOSEPH A. MORGAN Cadyville – Joan A. (LaBombard) Thorn- Morrisonville – Jeffery L. “Jeff” King, 52; Port Henry – Abigale C. Trybendis, 37; Fu- Vice President make a difference. the faith. accomplish greatness to make our lives will never be the ton, 77 Funeral July 22, 2013 at St. James Funeral Services July 19, 2013 at St. neral Services July 13, 2013 at St. SR. JENNIFER VOTRAW, SSJ Pope Francis, for ex- And, we know that, your mark among humanity. same. Thank God for that. Secretary-Treasurer ample, captured the our charismatic and Some people make a differ- As Catholics we know that Church; burial in parish cemetery. Alexander’s Church. Patrick’s Church; burial in St. Philip Neri MARY LOU KILIAN world’s attention in his headline-catching Pope ence just by being born. every single life - from concep- Cemetery, Westport. Editor/ first minutes as pontiff Francis stands on the This is true of new little tion through death - matters. Constable – Rose Marilyn Shaw Ro- Morrisonville - Marielle E.(Pellerin) General Manager and has continued to shoulders of Blessed Prince George of Cambridge Every single person makes a bideau Gibbs, 73; Funeral Services July LeFevre, 84; Funeral Services July 17, Potsdam – Isabelle A. Kearns, 98; Funeral make headlines day in Pope John Paul II whose arrival brought great ex- difference, whether he or she 23, 2013 at St. Francis of Assisi Church; 2013 at St. Alexander’s Church; burial in Services July 19, 2013 at St. Mary’s Publish 45 is- and day out. whose vision and faith citement, pride – and a boost has influence around the world burial in Riverside Cemetery, Westville. parish cemetery. Church; burial in Bayside cemetery. sues per year: This is especially true Mary Lou in young people are to the economy - for the people or just around a crib. Weekly except this week as he leads Kilian the reasons we have of Britain. This is a sobering reminder Dannemora – Lucy Etta (DuBrey) Lagoy, Norfolk – Ann M. (MacGillis) Hartin, 91; Potsdam – Kathryn A. (Sloan) McCourt, to those of us who think we are every other his first World Youth these spectacular And it’s certainly true in our 93; Funeral July 25, 2013 at St. Joseph’s Funeral Services July 17, 2013 at Church 37; Funeral Services July 13, 2013 at St. Day. events, and the bril- family as the arrival of baby powerless in the face of evil. week begin- Church; burial in parish cemetery. of the Visitation. Mary’s Church; burial in Milton Cemetery, ning the end It’s hard to ignore a pope liant Pope Benedict who taught Patrick Jonathan rocks our I think our pope would say of June who tells pilgrims “I want a us so much about Jesus. world. that we have all the power we Milton, MA. through August by the Dio- mess,” urging 30,000 young We can thank God every day For his grandparents, need - to make a mess! Edwards – Margaret B. (LaDue) Sim- Ogdensburg – Gilbert C. Ashley, 86; Fu- cese of Ogdensburg. mons, 81; Funeral Services July 10, 2013 neral July 15, 2013 at Notre Dame Potsdam – Angela F. Ormond, 65; Funeral 622 Washington Street, Og- at the French Funeral Home; burial in St. Church; burial in Notre Dame Cemetery. Services July 25, 2013 at St. Mary’s densburg, N.Y. 13669. Michael’s Cemetery, Fine Church. A PASTOR’S PERSPECTIVE Ogdensburg – Barbara J. (Montroy) Bai- Editorial Office: 622 Washington Street, Fort Covington – Freda A. Johnson; Fu- ley, 78; Funeral Services July 17, 2013 at Redford – Leo W. Collins, 89; Funeral Ogdensburg, N.Y. 13669. For Year of Faith, welcome Jesus in your life neral Services July 26, 2013 at St. Mary’s Notre Dame Church; burial in East River- Services July 26, 2013 at Church of the Church; burial in parish cemetery. side Cemetery, Gouverneur. Assumption; burial in parish cemetery. Telephone: We are still in the Year of is noticed – in this way he is out. The whole New Testa- (315) 608-7556 Faith. My prayer is that you constantly evangelizing. ment, the whole gospel narra- Fort Covington – Dorothy Cappiello Ogdensburg – Allen Henry Burns, 80; Fu- Ticonderoga – Geraldine E. (Burgey) have realized an increase in So, our Holy Father, Pope tive, is told in order to draw Keeler, 92; Funeral Services July 25, 2013 neral Services July 20, 2013 at St. Mary’s Allen, 94; Funeral Services July 10, 2013 E-mail: faith during this past year. Francis, has become our first from us an act of faith in Jesus, at St. Mary’s Church; burial in the Old St. Cathedral; burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery. at the Wilcox & Regan Funeral Home; news@northcountry Our celebration of the Year of and primary example of evan- the incarnate Word – true God catholic.org Mary’s Cemetery. burial in Mt. Hope Cemetery. Faith here in the Diocese of Og- gelization for all of us. He and true man. Ogdensburg – Diane M. (Pray) Foster, 60; densburg will be highlighted challenges all of us to follow To live the doctrine of the In- Hogansburg – Gatlin C. Oakes, 55; Fu- Funeral Services July 24, 2014 at Notre Tupper Lake – Arthur A. Richer, 70; Me- Entered at the by a diocesan wide celebration him in bringing Christ to our carnation is simply to be a Post Office: of Holy Mass at Lake Placid on own part of the world. Christian. To live it better is to neral Services July 25, 2013 at St. Regis Dame Church. morial Services July 29, 2013 at St. Ogdensburg, NY Sept. 29. I am certain that this He constantly reminds us become a better Christian. Catholic Church. Alphonsus Church 13669 as will be a sensational day – a that each one of us is impor- Pope John Paul often taught in Ogdensburg – James L. Lipinsky, 59; Fu- Periodical Postage. His humility was a quality wonderful celebration – an up- that was immediately noticed. tant in this effort – and each his messages by saying, “Be- Keeseville – Joseph H. Test Jr., 78; Funeral neral Services July 26, 2013 at Frary Fu- Tupper Lake – Richard Emond Ayotte, Services July 18, 2013 at St. John’s neral Home. 79; Funeral Services July 19, 2013 at Holy Subscription: lifting Mass. He demonstrated this humility one of will be successful in this come who you are!” In the In- For one year: Can you imagine people in his actions and talks, re- task of evangelization – bring- carnation, Christ took on our Church; burial in St. John’s Cemetery. Name Church. In-Diocese Rate: $27 from all of the diocese joining minding us all of the message ing Christ to our world. human nature, so this mystery Paul Smiths – Gertrude Carter Bullock, Outside of Diocese Rate: $30 together for Mass? It will be a of Jesus - the humble Savior of The danger will be that some touches on every aspect of Lowville – Franklyn Gowing, 77; Funeral 99; Funeral Services Aug. 30, 2013 at St. Watertown – Cheryl C. (Biondolillo) Chi- powerful demonstration of the world – right from the first of us do not consider them- your life and mine. July 24, 2013 at St. Peter’s Church; burial John’s in the Wilderness appone, 62; Funeral Services July 23, Catholic faith in the North days of his Pontificate. selves important in this cam- How do we share this with in Lowville Rural Cemetery. 2013 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart; Matters for publication Country. He so humbly accepted his paign to evangelize the world. others? Help others to see that Peru – Mary L. (Senecal) Melhorn, 69; Fu- burial in Glenwood Cemetery. everything in the world has should be The Year of Faith took a very new office, right from the start. The challenge of this Year of Lyon Mountain – Pearl E. (LaPoint) Ash- neral Services July 20, 2013 at St. Augus- different turn when Pope Fran- Faith is that through prayer changed because of Jesus addressed to On that very first evening as he line, 95; Funeral Services July 17, 2013 at tine’s Church; burial in parish cemetery. Watertown – Grace M. Pandy, 90; Funeral PO Box 326 cis was elected – March 13, was introduced to the people each one of us – clergy, Reli- Christ – not simply in a visible Ogdensburg, NY 13669 2013. His election added in St. Peter’s Square and to the gious Sisters, Lay men and way, but in its very meaning. It St. Bernard’s Church; burial in St. Services July 22, 2013 at Holy Family and should be received by something spectacular to the whole world through the televi- women – recognize just how is true that no other person Bernard’s Cemetery. Peru – Arnold K. Wells, 91; Funeral Serv- Church; burial in Lancaster Rural Ceme- Thursday prior to celebration of the Year of Faith sion coverage, he showed us much we can bring to this ef- has ever has such an impact on ices July 18, 2013 at St. Augustine’s tery, Buffalo. publication. throughout the world. The Year just how humble our new Pope fort to evangelize our world. history. Lyon Mountain – Gary Tod Dominy, 51; Church; burial in parish cemetery. of Faith is dedicated to evange- was going to be. People see us. Our efforts to In that sense, we continue to Funeral Services July 20, 2013 at St. Watertown – Donald J. “Don” LaPage; Fu- Paper is printed each lization. I know that I was impressed live a good life and bring some see the influence and work of Bernard’s Church; burial in St. Patrick’s Plattsburgh- Janice A. (Johnson) Pope, neral Services July 15, 2013 at St. Monday; From the very start of Pope as he began by bowing before peace and happiness to this Jesus in countless acts of char- Cemetery, Colton. 80; Funeral Service July 13, 2013 at Our Patrick’s Church. dateline is Wednesday. Francis’ papacy he was noticed. us all and asking for our world is our program of evan- ity, great and small, in billions Lady of Victory Church; burial in Mt. Member, Catholic Press He certainly became a personal prayers. I remember that I gelization. of lives. Malone – Geraldine B. (Cook) Mayville, Carmel Cemetery. Willsboro – Harris Raymond Young, 88; Association. example of evangelization – joined with all those others in Jesus became one of us – But the greatest difference is 87; Funeral Services July 25, 2013 at St. Funeral Services July 27, 2013 at St. bringing the message of Jesus Jesus accepted our humanness interior and invisible. Jesus’ offering a prayer for him and Mary-Murphy-Wilcox Funeral Home; Plattsburgh – Sarah M. (Garrow) Alexan- Philip of Jesus Church; burial in Lakeview to the people of our world - for in an effort to show us the way life and death have given pro- POSTMASTER: for our Church. many throughout the world – so truly he came to evangel- found meaning, dignity, and burial in Notre Dame Cemetery der, 90; Funeral Services July 25, 2013 at Cemetery. Send address changes to Ever since that night, people noticed him. They wanted to everywhere cannot get enough ize us. even power to every human Our Lady of Victory Church; burial in St. North Country Catholic, know what he is doing – the of his style of ministry and the Our part is to accept the life and death. Malone – Joyce E. (Lamica) Racine, 82; Peter’s Cemetery. Wilmington – Emil Frederick Miskovsky, PO Box 326 wanted to listen to what he way in which he humbly message of our Lord by mak- By our lives, we can show Funeral Services July 23, 2013 at Notre M.D., MBA, 82; Memorial Services Aug. Ogdensburg, NY was saying. reaches out to us all. Truly he ing our act of faith and living it this to those we meet each day. Dame Church; burial in parish cemetery. Plattsburgh – Elzear H. Levesque, 86; Fu- 10, 2013 at St. Margaret’s Church. 13669-0326 16 the Gallery NORTH COUNTRY CATHOLIC The Diocese of Ogdensburg Volume 68, Number 13 JULY 31, 2013 INSIDE SUMMER TIME IN GOD’S COUNTRY THIS ISSUE New pastor in NONORTHRTH C COUOUNTRYNTRY Champlain FACES named l PAGE 3 Pope invites young people to follow OF FAITH Jesus l PAGE 10 CATHOLIC JULY 31, 2013

World Youth Day begins CLOSING

RIO DE JANEIRO (CNS) -- In his first a French pilgrim who died make disciples of all na- by Brazilians, but featuring MASS remarks to the young people July 17 in a car accident in tions." groups from around the at the huge World Youth Day French Guiana. The nations were present globe. Farewell to celebration on the beach The celebration also in- on the windswept, rain- Jesuit Father Federico July 25, Pope Francis spoke cluded a "shout out" to re- drenched beach where hun- Lombardi, Vatican St. Patrick’s of belonging to the great tired Pope Benedict XVI, who dreds of thousands of young spokesman, said an esti- family of faith and that in- chose Rio as the site of people began gathering just mated 1 million people were cluded a moment of silent World Youth Day 2013 and after noon for a program of on the beach for the cere- prayer for Sophie Moriniere, selected its theme: "Go and prayer and song dominated mony with the pope.

Envisioning OUTSTANDING CATHOLIC SCHOOL TEACHER Charter Document As part of the ongoing process of discerning a Mu- Nineteen children took part in the 2013 Vacation Bible School at the Church of the Visitation in Norfolk. They journeyed with St. Paul Msgr. John R. Murphy was honored on the 40th Anniversary of his ordination to the tually Shared Vision and to Athens to hear the truth. Shown, front from left are Areonna LaShomb, Serenity Akins, Aries Akins, Harmonie Akins and Dominic priesthood by the parishioners of the Church of the Visitation, Norfolk; St. Andrew's, diocesan priorities for the LaShomb ; second row, Carol O'Brien Gonthier, Laneè Rogers, RJ Wolfe, Maddie Tessier, Margaret Wagstaff, Carl Morris, Joshua King, Norwood; and St. Raymond's, Raymondville, the three churches of which he is pastor. next five years, Bishop Keely Ashley and Jessika Bullock and Austin LaShomb; and back, St Paul (aka Msgr. Murphy), Hayden Bullock, Stephen Wagstaff, He received a new chasuble depicting a Celtic Cross and was honored at a Mass in Nor- LaValley and his Envisioning Kathie Ashley, Kris Layo, Micaela Trimm, Al Layo, Kathy Wolfe and Pat Fetterly. folk followed by a reception in the parish center with about 165 in attendance. Leadership Team have cre- ated a Charter Document to guide their discussions dur- ing the coming months. Highlights of the docu- ment, in the form of fre- quently asked questions St. Patrick’s Church in Hogansburg about the envisioning process, are printed in this was filled to capacity July 7 for the week’s NCC. Bishop LaValley final Mass at the 179 year-old church. plans to release a pastoral Bishop Terry LaValley and pastor Fa- letter on the Mutually ther Martin Cline, shown above, were Shared Vision in March 2014 joined by more than a dozen diocesan priests in concelebrating the Mass. In FULL STORY, PAGE 4 his homily, Bishop LaValley said, PHOTO BY VALERIE MATHEWS “Though this parish closes, we live Aimee Biedekapp, a science teacher at Immaculate Heart Central Junior/Senior High School in Watertown, has been named the NCC summer 2013 Outstanding Catholic School Teacher for the Diocese of Ogdensburg. She was honored at a July 17 luncheon at the under God’s providence. He has a plan Bishop’s House in Ogdensburg. Above, first row from left, are St. Joseph Sister Shirley Anne Brown, assistant superintendent for we don’t know, but we do know that schedule curriculum and instruction; Bishop LaValley presenting award to Mrs. Biedekapp; and her daughter Katie; back , Msgr. Robert the Church has been doing pastoral Aucoin, vicar for education; St. Joseph Sister Ellen Rose Coughlin, director of education and superintendent of schools; Pam Bal- planning since Pentecost.” The bi-weekly summer publication lantine, assistant director of Catholic education for Christian formation and Catholic schools; and Lisa Parsons, principal of Im- FULL STORY, PAGES 8-9 The Heuvelton Knights of Columbus Monsignor Giroux Council #12958 held an essay contest on Catholic citizenship. The students schedule of the North Country Catholic maculate Heart Central Junior/Senior High School. (Full story on page 3) wrote about their views on “The Responsibility of a Catholic Citizen in a Free Society.” Pictured, front, from left, are first place winner continues; the next issue of the paper PHOTO BY PAT HENDRICK in the high school division, Reilly Pierce; second place winner in the high school division, Alexis Michael; third place winner in the Two olives in the martini of life... p. 5 Bishop LaValley made a trip to Camp Guggenheim in Saranac Lake July 9 to celebrate high school division, Aidan Scagel, and first place winner in the middle school division, Carter Pierce. In back are 4th Degree Knight will be dated Aug. 14 YOUNG CATHOLIC VOICE: Mass with the campers. He was assisted by Father Scott Belina. David Wells, Essay Coordinator and 4th Degree Knight Roger Michael, and Assistant Grand Knight and 3rd Degree Knight Randy Tyo.