Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Eucharistic Celebrations July 23, 2011 – July 31, 2011
(including Mass intentions and their benefactors)
Saturday / 7/23 / 4:00 PM / Anthony Nardacci (by Fr. R. Adam Forno)Geiona & Kathlyn Haggerty (by Brian & Debbie)
Sunday / 7/24 / 10:00 AM / Dorothy Farrell (by Michelle Bohley)
Joseph Kappes (by his family)
Mario Marcoccia (by Pasquale & Angela DeThomasis)
William Barlow, 3rd anniversary (by his family)
Anthony Nardacci (by Mr. & Mrs. Leo Salvagni)
Kim Santore (by her family)
Tuesday / 7/26 / 12:10 PM / John S. O’Brien (by his estate)
Peter C. Klouse (by his family)
Thursday / 7/28 / 12:10 PM / Fr. Charlie Lockwood (by the parish)
Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saturday / 7/30 / 4:00 PM / Anthony Nardacci (by Maria Mirabile)
Joseph Bonaquisti (by Mary and Cheryl Kawola)
Sunday / 7/31 / 10:00 AM / Mario Marcoccia (by James and Wayne Felt)
Betty McCarthy (by Al and Danny Martino)
Maria Germani (by America Cardazzi)
Gary Marsh (by Aunt Yvonne); Wilfred Poirier, 3rd anniversary (by his wife and daughter)
July 24, 2011
Prayers Requested -- “God of loving kindness listen favorably to our prayers.” Please give support and comfort by remembering the following people in your prayers: Ryan Carlson, Mary Kawola, Betty Keppal, Linda Levings, Sandro Marcoccia, Jackie Reed, Dorothy Roberts, Carolina Tobia, and Geraldine Vroman.
First Anniversary of Death – Frances K. Fusco Gregory and Leatrice Deyo died on July 24, 2010. May they and all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace, until their resurrection on the Last Day.
Parish Nurse News -- Caring for the mind, spirit, and relationships through hobbies, meditation, morning devotions, lunch with friends, date or family night with a spouse or family will establish balance and stability. These activities will result in lower blood pressure, peace of mind, greater enjoyment of family, and renewed energy to tackle the difficulties of life.They are just as important as medical appointments and screenings, where health issues can be found before they become serious issues.
BISHOP’S APPEAL -- If you did not make a commitment to our 2011 Bishop's Appeal, please do so today: Simply complete the appeal envelope and place it in the basket at offertory time. The diocese will send reminders in July, September, October, November, January and February. Again, please remember that every dollar contributed to our Bishop's appeal becomes "two gifts in one" a gift to our diocese and a gift to our parish (to help meet our assessment)! Also, remember that your company may offer a matching grant.
Last weekend’s collection
Regular $4,290.25
Budget $5,481.00
Thank you for your support!
WORLD YOUTH DAY GIFT -- Noting that SJESJwas the only parish in the diocese participating inthe AugustWorld Youth Day (WYD)in Madrid,the Little Sisters of the Poor recentlyheld a WYD fundraiser at their residence in Latham.
TheSisterssponsored a pancake breakfast andraised $2,716.00!!!! Thank you, dearSisters, for your generous gift!!!
Thank you to our bulletin sponsors! Many thanks to our sponsors who support our bulletin. Our sponsor of the week is Polsinello Fuels, Inc.
Each year the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany participates in the 'Peter's Pence' Collection, giving us an opportunity to extend the sign of peace to the Body of Christ around the world. Please be generous in your offering to this annual collection next weekend that helps the Holy Father strengthen struggling communities of faith throughout the world affected by war, oppression and natural disasters.
Community News
Rensselaer Riverfront Music in The Park – This Tuesday features the Donnie Elvis –50s & 60s Elvis. All events are alcohol free. Please bring you lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of music from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the park.
Chicken Dinner – August 16, Riverside Park. Cost is $10 and includes ½ chicken, corn on the cob, potato salad, cole slaw, green salad, roll and butter. Serving from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Music by the Irish Tenors.
CoNSERNS-U Food Pantry is in need oftuna, soup, baked beans, or pork and beans. We couldn't succeed without your continued generosity and loyal support! God bless all of you!
Macy's 6th Annual Shop for a Cause is August 27, 2011 to benefit CoNSERNS-U
On Saturday, August 27, 2011, Macy’s will host its 6th annual Shop for a Cause benefiting charities nationwide. Since 2006, Shop for a Cause has raised more than $38 million for charities across the country. This is your opportunity to be part of the excitement. Purchase a $5 Shopping Pass for exclusive savings in every Macy’s store and online at macys.com on August 27th and CoNSERNS-U keeps 100% of the proceeds. Plus, you can enter to win a $500 Macy’s Gift Card.
Catholic Charities AIDS Services invites you to its 4th Annual Evening at the Symphony fundraising event on July 27, at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. There will be a Champagne Reception from 6-7:30 pm at the Hall of Springs followed at 8 pm by the Opening Night of the Philadelphia Orchestra featuring Sarah Chang. Tickets are $70 each for the event and can be purchased by mailing your check or money order made payable to CCAS to the following address: Evening at the Symphony, Catholic Charities AIDS Services, 100 Slingerland Street, Albany, NY 12202. For questions or to order tickets by credit card, please call 449-3581.
Summer Programs
Dominican Retreat & Conference Center
Aug. 8 / Feast of St. Dominic Vespers7:00 PM
No cost
Aug. 9 / Marian Day of Reflection, “Mary, Mother of the Lord, and the Church at Prayer and Praise”
9:45 AM – 3:00 PM
Presenter: The Rev. Neil Draves-Arpaia
$25/person; includes lunch
Aug. 11 / Sung Vespers in the Spirit of Taize
7- 8:15 PM
Presented by: The Dominican Sisters
Free Will Offering
Aug. 12 / Marian Evening of Reflection, “Hail full of Grace; The Lord is with Thee: The Lord is with Me!”
6:20- 9:15 PM
Presenter: The Rev. Jeffrey L’Arche, MS
$25.
For more information or reservations, call: 393-4169; email: ; fax: (518) 393-4525; or visit www.dslcny.org.
Savvy Caregiver Training Program -- This program for family caregivers is designed to give them the key skills and knowledge necessary when caring for loved ones with dementia. Upcoming classes:
The Crossings of Colonie580 Albany-Shaker Rd., Loudonville / July 20 -- August 24
Wednesdays, 10 am to 12 noon
Eddy Alzheimer's Services
421 Columbia St., Cohoes / September 7 -- October 12 Wednesdays, 6 to 8 pm
Bethlehem Senior Services
445 Delaware Ave., Delmar / September 14 -- October 19 Wednesdays, 10 am to 12 noon
Serving Next Weekend
Saturday, July 30, 2011 -- 4:00 PM
Lector / Cheryl Kawola
Eucharistic Ministers / Mary Ann West (JC), Rita Zenzen (TC),
Cindy Buono (CH)
Sunday, July 31, 2011 – 10:00 AM
Lector / Tom Greeley
Eucharistic Ministers / Mollie Shook (TH), Bill Mahar (JH),
Jean O’Donnell (CH), Frank Marshall (TC),
Bill McLaughlin (JC)
Prayer for Our Troops
Father, hold our troops in your loving hands and protect them as they protect us. Be with them and comfort them with your loving presence while they are away from their homes. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need, and grant us all peace, both as individuals and a world community. We ask this in the name of Jesus, your Son, with faith that you can hear and answer all our prayers according to your will. Amen.
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