Masses This Week

Sat., Mar. 6: 5:00pm Vigil Mass at St. Mary’s

Sun., Mar. 7: 9:00am at St. Joan’s

Joyce Dickinson – St. Joan’s Parish Family

11:00am at St. Mary’s

Mon., Mar. 8: 7:15am at St. Mary’s

Jude Terras – The Branck Family

Tues., Mar. 9: 7:15am at St. Mary’s

Mark Mlasgar – The Mlasgar Family

10:00am at Crouse Community Ctr.

Residents of Crouse Community Center

Wed., Mar. 10: 7:15am at St. Mary’s

Margit Connors, Birthday – The Family

12 Noon at St. Mary’s

Special Intentions of Frances Joerger –

Laura & John Robbins

Thurs., Mar. 11: 7:15am at St. Mary’s

Ray Shields – Jim and Barb Mlasgar

Fri., Mar. 12: 7:15am at St. Mary’s

Mary Franco – Jennifer Follett

Sat., Mar. 13: 9:00am at St. Mary’s

Jude Terras – St. Mary’s Catechists

5:00pm Vigil Mass at St. Mary’s

Sun., Mar. 14: 9:00am at St. Joan’s

Ernie Barthel, 23^rd Anniversary – Judy Lyrek

St. Joan of Arc Church, Fridays. 6:30pm

St. Mary’s Ordinary Offertory (2/28/10) $ 2119.00

St. Mary Mission 20.00

Fuel Oil 30.00

National Collections 732.00

Donation from Worn Again 400.00

St. Joan’s: Ordinary Offertory (2/28/10) 1072.50

Key Passage: Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen, in whom my soul delights: I have put my spirit upon him; he will bring forth justice to the nations.

(Isaiah 42:1)

Adults: What evidence can you offer that you are a faithful servant of the Lord?

Children: When has the Holy Spirit helped you to treat someone fairly?

Please Offer Prayer: For those who are ill, especially: Esther Davis, Frances Joerger, Catherine Albrecht Hanson, Pat Snyder, Olive Clifford, Betty Johnson, Dorothy Clifford, John Hubbard, Nicholas Brett, Kim Doroshenko, Bob Gunther, Sheila Hill, Joe Bono, Erin Dinneen, John Felton, Tom Marshall, Joann Buell, David Lemery, Rose Knasick, Mary Jones, Jim Hynes, Jeanne Curtis, Rosemary Smith, Alex LaBrague, Antonia Tepolt. For all in the Military, and especially for: Sgt. Wesley G. Cary, Lt. Jason Small, LTJG Robert Kraynak, Jr., SPC Ryan Fowler, SPC Shelly Respecki, Sgt. Ryan Small. For the Repose of the Souls of: Corrine Engle, Janet Gorton, and Donald Clark. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.

The Vocations Office of the Diocese of Syracuse invites all parishioners to the one-man stage production, “Vianney, Cure of Ars”, Sunday, March 14^th at St. John the Evangelist Church in New Hartford. The patron saint for priests, St. John Vianney, has a compelling story which begins in the town of Ars, France during the French Revolution. Through his example, love, and sacrifice the townspeople, who mirror today’s society with materialism, anti religious and secular attitudes, begin to be transformed. Enjoy the music, costumes, tears, laughter and a deep experience of the presence of God in our midst. The show begins at 7:00pm and is open to everyone!

Vocations The Lord is kind and merciful, and calls us to proclaim His Name. Consider a call to the priesthood or consecrated life. If God is calling you, call Father Joe O’Connor at (315) 470-1468.

From Family Life Education: The Spring session of Natural Family Planning classes begin Monday, March 15^th, 7-9pm in the home of certified teachers, Jim and Margaret Van Damme, W. Cater Road, Rome, NY. N.F.P. is safe, effective, in conformity with Church teaching regarding marital sexuality and can help strengthen your marriage. Call 339-2143 or 896-5003 for more information or to register.

Consolation Ministers: March

St. Joan’s - Dorothy Lynch 684-3855

Barb Wolicki 684-3635

St. Mary’s – Charlie and Susan Naef 824-0714

First Reading Joshua 5:9a, 10-12

Responsorial Psalm Psalm 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7

Second Reading 2 Corinthians 5:17-21

Gospel Luke 15:1-3, 11-32

This Week’s Events

Tues., Mar. 9: 1:00pm Bible Study - Rectory

1:00pm Grassroots Book Review - Church Hall

“The Future Church” by John Allen Jr.

Fri., Mar. 12: 5:30pm Stations of the Cross

St. Joan’s

Sun., Mar. 7: 8:30am Rosary

Mon., Mar. 8: 4-5pm Holy Hour

Thurs., Mar. 11: 4-5pm Chaplet of Divine Mercy

Fri., Mar. 12: 6:30pm Stations of the Cross

Gift Bearers: Betty and Dick Carroll

9:00am - St. Joan’s

Lector: Lisa Stopchick

Commentator: Midge Herrick

Eucharistic Ministers: Arlene Kaul, Dan Koehl

Altar Servers: Ivy Domes, Colleen Clark, Kate Lyrek

Greeter: Pat Mennig

Gift Bearers: Wolicki Family

Drivers: Moshers Counters: Peers

Lector: Third Grade Students Commentator: Martha Crafa

Eucharistic Ministers: Joe Connors, Sue Lehmann

Altar Servers: Brendon Meeks, Katie Weeks

Ushers: Dan Martin, Seth VanVoorhis

Gift Bearers: Third Grade Students

These evenings are really a hit with so many people! Come join us and enjoy a very pleasant evening with good friends, good conversation, delicious food and a great movie. A free will offering basket is available for those who are able.

If you would like to make reservations or help in any way, please call Sue and Paul Lehmann, 824-1948.

During March, in this “YEAR FOR PRIESTS”, we ask you to pray especially for seminarian:

Our First Session in a 4 part series, following Paul Lehmann’s presentation of “Generational Differences” was presented by Sister Katie Eiffe, Diocesan Director of Faith Formation. Some highlights included:

Sister Katie’s presentation gave rise to vigorous discussion among the 30 participants which will be helpful in charting the course of our parishes.

Saturday mornings were chosen as a time to engage young parents – perhaps child care at that time would be helpful to get both parents there.

Session Two will have Father Joseph Scardella, Diocesan Director of Worship and Ministerial Formation, joining us on Saturday, March 27^th, 10am at the Parish Center, Hamilton. All St. Joan’s/St. Mary’s parishioners will appreciate his presentation on:

“Staying Connected” – How Sunday Mass and our daily lives connect!

Please plan to attend and seek ways of enhancing our experience of Mass to make it more a part of our daily life. Father John

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! “Rebuilding Hope”, documentary film about Gabriel Bol Deng, one of the ‘lost boys’ from Sudan. Sunday, April 11, at 12:30pm at the Hamilton Movie Theater. Followed by a reception and question and answer session with Gabriel himself.

This moving film depicts the experiences of Gabriel and two friends as they return to their home village after years of having been displaced by the civil war in Sudan. In his previous visit with us, Gabriel met with the confirmation candidates and left a great impression upon them. Come meet this remarkable man. Can you help to spread the word about this film and speaker? Let us know if you have ideas on how/where to post the news.

Future meetings will include discussions of the ordination of women and of immigration reform. Recent meetings have addressed matters raised in Father John’s letters to the parish including the history of married priests and celibacy in the Church.

Community Action Partnership is holding a fun fund raiser, “Academy Awards: Night of the Stars”, on Friday, March 5^th, 6-9pm at Mayor Sue McVaugh’s house, 42 Broad St., Hamilton. This is to benefit the programs of CAP which is an anti-poverty agency that improves the well being and safety of children, families, and our community through a variety of programs and services. This is a good cause, and will be a fun night out to enjoy Trivia, hot hors d’oeurvres, live music, and have the chance to win prizes at the silent auction, or raffle. Call Kim at 684-7862 for tickets, $15 per person, $25/couple.

Friendship Inn at St. Joan’s is holding a 50/50 Raffle. Tickets are $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00. Drawing date is March 18, at our Thursday night dinner. Tickets are available from Community and Church Volunteers. Thank you for your continued prayers and support of Friendship Inn.

Faith Formation Classes: March 7^th- Grades 1-8 meet after the 9:00am Mass. There is NO High School class this week.

Stations of the Cross

The parishioners of St. Joan’s are invited to pray the Stations of the Cross in the chapel at St. Joan’s on Friday evenings at 6:30pm from now until Good Friday.

Parish Social: Next Sunday, March 14^th, after the 9:00am Mass. Our host will be Peggy Kendall. All are welcome. Be sure to join us!

Friendship Inn II Is open to all who can benefit from a good meal, each Thursday night from 5-6:30pm. There is no cost, just a welcoming atmosphere.

Volunteers and monetary donations are always appreciated.

Knowing full well how hard it is for one person to run Friendship Inn, I am asking for people to pray about it, and perhaps work together with two or more people on this effort. In that way, jobs could be broken down, meaning only an hour or so a week worth of helping out – something manageable. Please consider working, with friends, to keep Friendship Inn at St. Joan’s open, and welcoming. Call Nettie, 684-9636, if you need info. Thank you for your consideration in this matter. Nettie

Grades 1and 2, and 4^th through 8^th meet at the Parish Center today. Third Graders meet at St. Mary’s Church to practice for their Third Family Grade Mass.

There is NO High School class this weekend.

Vicky Fry, 824-0978 Vicki Tomcho, 824-1707

University Church of Colgate is sponsoring students and staff to continue volunteer efforts in Jamaica during their Spring Break. A receptacle is at the Altar at St. Mary’s to receive supplies: Food, School supplies, medicine, Etc. (a complete list is on the box). The parish will send a donation to help this wonderful volunteer group.

Bill Scherer has served for many years with great ability and dedication, and we are grateful. Father Madden has always taken a strong interest in this area of parish stewardship and has prepared a “job description” for the person who is qualified and ready to assume these responsibilities. A copy of the Description is on the Bulletin Board or you may ask Father John for a copy and raise any questions. Thanks for your attention.

At this time, we can still use more donations of Baked Goods, Crafts, Theme Baskets, and especially Attic Treasures for the Altar and Rosary Spring Fair. Please leave any crafts or theme baskets at the rectory office, from 8am-Noon, Monday through Friday, by Wednesday, March 17^th.,

Those who are making baked goods should deliver them to the Parish Center the day before the Fair, Friday, March 19^th. Any questions or if you need someone to pick up your donations, please call Janice Swain, 529-8755 or Nan Hulbert, 824-1155.

Attention Second Grade Parents!!! A mandatory Retreat for all parents of children who will be receiving the Sacrament of First Holy Eucharist in May will be held on Saturday, April 10^th, from 9:00am to 12 Noon, in St. Mary’s Church Hall. Please mark your calendars! Additional information will be provided as the date approaches.

St. Mary’s Church, Hamilton and

St. Joan of Arc Church, Morrisville

Are a unified, faith-filled, Roman Catholic Community devoted to being the embodiment of the love and teaching of Jesus Christ through worship, religious education, and the sharing of our gifts and talents to provide for the spiritual, emotional and physical well-being of all.