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December 31, 2017
St. Mary’s Church 95 North Main Street Canandaigua, NY 14424
St. Bridget’s Church 15 Church Street
Bloomfield, NY 14469
Today we come to a reflection on the
relational nature of life in Christ. Have you
noticed how often the prayers speak of adoption,
or even as becoming heirs? That we are no
longer abandoned is a consistent theme and idea
pervading our tradition.
Should we then wonder that this is so
common a theme in art and literature? Human
beings are often fearful, lost creatures. We can’t
find our parents, the sheep is lost away from his/
her flock. Have you ever felt this way? Does the
lost sheep metaphor fill you with dread? It does
to me! The greatness of Christ being born is
wrapped up in this. God has answered the cry of
his people who are so easily fearful. Christ has
entered the world to save it – and the salvation
of the world is found in becoming related and
known to God.
This is how Christ is the way, the Truth, and the Life; this is the light that shines, this
is the fullness of joy. God has made us family – a family that accepts all into it. No longer
are we warring factions. Now in Christ, we embrace each other as brothers and sisters. In
Christ, no one is left orphaned.
The world is bleeding in terrible loneliness. It is violent because it is desperate for
power. This means that it needs Christ in a profound way. This means that his light must
shine in you. This means that we must radically welcome all to his table and be overjoyed
when they come. In this season, celebrate this: that today Christ has come to save the
world; he has made us one family.
Your servant in Our Blessed Lord,
Fr. Michael
Striving to know, love, and serve God in all others.
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DAY MASS INTENTION EVENTS
Sunday, December 31
The Holy Fami-ly of Jesus,
Mary & Joseph
7:30 a.m. (SM) Anne Piazza by John & Joanne Sciarratta 9:00 a.m. (SM) Santo & Helen Catalfamo by Bill & Cathy, and Nich-
olas & Joshua D’Arduin 9:30 a.m. (SB) Anne R. Crowley (Anniv.) by Pat & Tina Crowley 11:30 a.m. (SM) Peter Kratz by the John Martin family
(SM) After all Masses—Blood Pressure Clinic in Dougherty Hall 9:00 a.m. (SM) Pre-K Nursery in Pre-K Room in Dougherty Hall
Monday, January 1
The Octave Day of the Nativity of the Lord; Solemnity of
Mary, the Holy Mother of God New Year’s Day;
World Day of Prayer for Peace
8:00 a.m. (SB) The People of St. Benedict Parish 11:00 a.m. (SM) Bob & Mary Robeson by the family
Parish Administration Center closed today St. Mary’s School closed today
Tuesday, January 2
Sts Basil the Great & Grego-ry Nazianzen,
Bishops & Doc-tors of the
Church
6:45 a.m. (SM) Marge Van Iseghem by Jim & Anne Erdle 9:00 a.m. (SM) Elly McDermott by Mary Pastore & family 10:45 a.m. Mass at Horizons
10:00 a.m. (SB) Prayer Shawl in the Church Hall 7:00 p.m. (SM) Pre-GIFT Catechist/Volunteer Session in
Dougherty Hall
Wednesday, January 3
Christmas Weekday
The Most Holy Name of Jesus
6:45 a.m. (SM) Nick Valvano, Sr. by Bev & John Taylor 8:00 a.m. (SB) Bill Outhouse by the family 9:00 a.m. (SM) Word and Communion Service
1:30 p.m. (SM) St. Vincent de Paul Society Meeting in Dougherty Hall 5:30 p.m. (SB) Confessions at St. Bridget’s
Thursday, January 4
St Elizabeth Ann Seton, Religious
6:45 a.m. (SM) Frances Dougherty by the Chiappone family 9:00 a.m. (SM) Anthony & Stella Zarachowicz by Dennis & Laurie
Tepper
First Friday, January 5
St John Neumann,
Bishop
6:45 a.m. (SM) Chuck Quire by Jim & Anne Erdle 8:00 a.m. (SB) Word and Communion Service 9:00 a.m. (SM) Joseph Zanche by St. Vincent de Paul Society
7:15 a.m. (SM) Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 7:00 p.m. (SM) Holy Hour and Benediction
First Saturday, January 6
Christmas Weekday
8:00 a.m. (SM) Helen Weinschrider by Mary Sue & Ed Pasciak 5:00 p.m. (SM) Lyola Wade by Annette & John Joyce & family
8:30 a.m. (SM) Divine Mercy Chaplet and Rosary in Church 1:00 p.m. (SM) Epiphany Pageant Rehearsal in Church 3:30 p.m. (SM) Confessions in Church
Sunday, January 7
The Epiphany of the Lord
7:30 a.m. (SM) Isabel Manaco by the Darline Wise 9:00 a.m. (SM) Eduardo Arazoza by Rob, Ginny, & Rocco 9:30 a.m. (SB) Samuel Orlando by Dianna Orlando 11:30 a.m. (SM) Mary Ann Scharr (Anniv.) & Nancy Hadsell (Anniv.) by
the family 4:00 p.m. (SM) Thomas John Spinelli by his grandparents, James
& Andrea Parshall
10:30 a.m. (SB) Coffee Hour in the Church Hall 4:00 p.m. (SM) G.I.F.T. in Church
Events listed as SM take place at St. Mary’s, those listed as SB take place at St. Bridget’s, and those listed as SMS take place at St. Mary’s School
Today’s Responsorial Psalm Blessed are those who fear the Lord and
walk in his ways. Psalm 128
Altar Memorials This week, the Sanctuary Lamp at St. Mary’s will burn in loving memory of Bev Ceravolo, requested by Anne Perron & Dick Wild.
John Thomas Casey, III Marlena Ingrid Casey
Congratulations!
Question of the Week: In my various relationships (family, work, school, free
time), how am I an example of holiness?
Today's Feast of the Holy Family invites us to reflect on our relationships with God, with each other in our own families, and in the broader family of humanity. Knowing Right relationships in families and with others in our communities don't just happen. They are taught by example, patience and care, and take a lifetime of openness and growth. Holy families (holy communi-ties) are made up of people living in right relationship with each other. Our relationships should mirror our relationship with God.
The Holy Family experienced challenges and diffi-culties just as we do in our own families and lives. They were able to overcome these difficulties because they remained faithful to what God asked of them. Our challenge as holy families and holy people is to discern God's will for us in our lives, respond with courage through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, and grow in our right relationship with God and other. Loving Right relationship with God is demonstrated through our healthy and good relationships within our fami-lies, workplaces, leisure activities, etc. Righteousness is more than an abstract idea; it is concrete – lived out. So is holiness.
God so cares for the human family that He gave us the only-begotten Son; we show we are members of this family by caring for each other, by building just and loving relationships, and by growing in righteous-ness. Serving The process of being holy usually begins with our own family members. This feast calls us to care for one an-other in practical ways. Perhaps this means phoning an elder who lives alone or is in a nursing home. May-be this means sharing toys more generously, pitching in to help without be asked, or listening to each other more intently. Emptying self for the sake of the other is what builds each of us and our families and relation-ships, and this is being holy.
A Little Bit More The Canticle of Simeon: Simeon's prayer in today's Gospel is called the Canticle of Simeon or the Nunc dimittis. This is the proper gospel canticle for night prayer (or Compline) and has been an invariable part of Liturgy of the Hours since the fourth century. Just as the elderly Simeon could face his death with peace because he had seen the Messiah so, too, when we re-cite this canticle before retiring can we sleep peaceful-ly in the confidence that God will see us through the night, since the terrors of darkness were dispelled when the Light came into the world. It is a wonderful habit to pray this prayer of confidence in God each night.
"Now, Master, you may let your servant go in peace, according to your word, for my eyes have seen
your salvation, which you prepared in sight of all the peoples, a light for
revelation to the Gentiles, and glory for your people Israel."
Luke 2:29-32
Simeon holds the Christ child in Simeon's Song of Praise by Aert de Gelder, around 1700–1710.
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St Benedict’s Parish Support for December 16 & 17
Due to early deadlines, the financial information for the weekend of De-cember 23 and 24 will be published in the bulletin on January 7.
Sincere thanks for your support of the parish and its ministries!
Weekly Offertory Income* ............................. $22,161 Weekly Needs ................................................ $18,520 Overage (Shortage) ......................................... $3,641
Year To Date Offertory Income* ...................................... $464,893 Year To Date Need ..................................... $463,000 Year To Date Overage (Shortage) ................... $1,896
*Regular Sunday Collection
ELECTRONIC GIVING PROGRAM St. Benedict’s is pleased to offer this safe and convenient option for you to contribute your Sunday offering to the Church automatically through your checking or savings account. Please contact the business office at 394-1220.
Are You Being Called to Service?
As Pope Francis said, “Service is the sign of true love. Those who know love know how to serve others.” If you feel that you are being called to service and wish to make Christ present for others, please consider one or more of these service and/or volunteer opportunities.
The Blessing Room is currently in need of tuna, condi-ments, mayo, and pasta. They are also in need of volun-teers for various duties. Call Sandi at 657-7200 or Sharon at 657-7730 for information or to volunteer.
CCIA Food Pantry Wish List for the Weeks of... Dec 30th & 31st - canned vegetables, mac and cheese, canned meat, soup, pork and beans Personal hygiene items are always welcome.
Ontario ARC Companions for Seniors: Ontario ARC has several resi-dents in the community who would benefit from volunteers that are interested in visiting, playing board games/cards, and general companionship. Residential sites include Ge-neva, Victor, and Bloomfield. The residents are seniors in retirement and have so much friendship to share! Silver Connections Volunteer: Our Social Adult Day Pro-gram, Silver Connections, provides a welcoming environ-ment for aging adults, allowing individuals to maintain independence with access to support and social activities during the weekday daytime hours. Our experienced staff provides quality care and support for people with Alzhei-mer's disease, other dementias, and/or adults who may need assistance with daily living activities. RYUU - Volunteers Needed for Social Skills Games for Children and Teens: The Autism Center at Ontario ARC hosts a fun, interactive social skills group using the game RYUU to assist kids with an ASD. The group is in need of volunteers to assist with the game on Wednesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Must be 16 years of age or older. Please email [email protected] or call (585) 394-7500 for any of the volunteer opportunities listed.
KnightLine K of C Council #1445 ‘Keep Christ in Christmas Poster Contest’ for grades K-8 in the community is
in process. Entrants may submit as many posters as de-sired. There will be 1st and 2nd place winners in each age group, grades K-2, 3-5 and 6-8. Winners will receive gift cards. Contest entry forms with details can be obtained from Principal Deutsch, or by calling or emailing Brian Moser by using the contact information below. The contest will conclude January 3, 2018. The K of C Basketball Free Throw Contest for boys and girls, ages 9-14 in the commu-nity will be held Sunday, January 28 in St Mary’s School Gym. Warm-up will be for one-half hour around 3pm with contest to follow. Trophies are awarded to 1st Place winning boys and girls in each grade. Students will have the oppor-tunity to compete against other local schools! Winners for all contests are eligible to move onto district finals. From Council #1445, Happy New Year! For more information about the Knights of Columbus, please contact Brian Moser at (585) 690-0200 or [email protected].
The faculty, students, and families of St. Mary’s School would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all who have supported our school in so many caring and giving ways during the past year. Our supporters help us create a Catholic School where the spiritual, academic, and social growth of the children is the primary focus. May you have a blessed and healthy New Year!
Prayer for Our Times: “Uniting Neighbor with Neighbor, and Neighbor with God”
The Sisters of St. Joseph invite you to share in a monthly evening prayer for peace on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 from 7:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. at SSJ Motherhouse, 150 French Road, Rochester. They meet on the first Tuesday of every month. For more
information, please call Sr. Donna at (585) 733-4422.
Nocturnal Adoration Society “The church and the world have a great need for Eucharistic worship” (St. John Paul II). Please be with us to deepen your joy of a loving, personal relationship with Jesus. We pray the Office of the Blessed Sacrament, which includes exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, psalms, spiritual read-ings, prayers, and silent adoration. Everyone is welcome on Friday, January 5 from 7:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. in St. Mary’s adoration chapel. We meet on the first Friday of each month.
St. Vincent de Paul January Meeting The members of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, St. Bene-dict Conference will hold their next meeting on Wednesday, January 3 at 1:30 p.m. in Dougherty Hall. We welcome you to join us and bring a friend.
Stewardship Information Session We will be holding a stewardship infor-mation session in the Rectory on Sat-urday, January 13 from 9:30 a.m.— 10:30 a.m. If you are interested in learning more about ways you can share your time, talent, and treasure, please join us.
Drivers Needed to Help Deliver Gifts We are in need of vehicles and drivers to take presents for the migrant families to Marion on Friday, January 5. We will be meeting at St. Mary's, in Dougherty Hall at 10:00 a.m. and then will drive to Marion, drop off the presents, and return. There are over 700 presents, so we will need many drivers. If you are able to assist, please call Norah Nolan-Cramer at (585) 554-6989 or email her at [email protected]. Please leave your name, phone number, and type of vehicle (car, van, truck, etc.) that you drive.
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A Nell Adams William Aikins Baby Anthony B Marty Badger Sheryl Barry Shirley Bement Albert Benivegna Alicen Bentley Anna Bomwell Mary Lou Bonk Jeanette Bouquin-Boesler Dennis Bowler Shannon Breen Richard Brocklebank Bob Bucceri Kristy Buella Evelyn Bugg Renee Burin John Burnett Sara Burns Lucille Burrill C David Capone Pramod Carpenter Douglas Carr Mario Carruba Avery Lynn Casella Ben Cassarino Dennis Walter Castle Cheryl Cecere Michelle Cleaves Lois Clovis Ginny Coniss Mark Conover Terrence Constable Todd Cook Matthew Coons Charlene Cowell Carol Creswell
Pauline Crosier Bruce Currier Travis Curtis D Joe D’Agostino Brenda D’Angelo Bernice Delforte David Delmonte Karen DeSeyn Teresa DiLella Kevin Dillon Sue Dobies Mike Doran E Jeanne Erdle Jim Erdle, Sr. F Caryl Favro Nicole Favro Steve Finnick John & Joan Fleming Anne Fiorentino Marilyn Fisher Nicky Forgione, Jr. Diane Fudalik G Ian Galek Christopher Gallagher Deborah Genovese Robert Genovese Andrew German Kathy Gilbert Elodie Graham Suzanne Greenwood Audree Greiner Anne Griffith Lacey Pietropaolo Gulick H Barb Haight
Sue Hall James Hamilton Al Harter Jim Harvey Joyce Hatcher Liz Hedger Jennifer Hefner Mike Heise Noelle Henning Connor Hicks Mary Hollis Ted Horrocks Bennett Hudson I John Inness J Adam Jemmott Dawn Jensen Eric Johnson Jeff Johnson Jerry Johnston Patt Jones K Chris Keely Christine Kimmerly Nancy Kolb Robert Kubiak Jr. L Jane LaBombard Phil Lahue Natalie Lawler Nicholas LeGrett Kitty Loeper Mary Jane Lortscher Lorraine Lowden James & Liz Lowe Hope Lowman Baby Lucas Joseph Lynch Teresa Lynch
M Bob Mack Mary Malinowski Claire Maney Michael Mapes Jim Marianacci Alicia Marney Esther Martin John Martin Jay Mayeu Janet McCloud Robert McGlynn Shelby McGlynn Barbara & James McKee Terry McKenna Genevieve McWilliams Liz Michaels Art Miller Caty Miller Cindy Miller Karen Miller Ron Milton Ken Moore Virginia Lee Mosely Carolyn Muldoon Terry Mullaly Dianne Murphey Fr. Kevin Murphy N Lauren Nevil Gordon Nicholson O Mary O’Brien P Susan Paoli Ed Pasciak Cindy Peck Tony Pelusio Jeanetta Pharis
Q Buddy Quayle R Joe Rafter Ann Recker Barbara Redman Shannon Reeves Rick Revier Tom Revier Wendy Rex Ryder Thomas Rexford S Pam Sage Cori Sandoe Beverly Savage Finn Schafran Joan, Donald, & Charles Scheibener Regina Schmitt Barbara Schram Rita Schuster Deb Scorse Charles Scott Phyllis Scott Peter Seiler Justin Serbent Kelly Shannon Eugene Sharp William Shaw Scott Shinkle Family Laurie Skinner Cindy Skrypek John Skrypek James Smith Mary & Ralph Smith Morgan Smithling Tom Socha Barb Spohn Karen Spychalski Patricia Stauffer
James Sullivan Natalie Swift T Sandra Tambe Steve Tempest Abby Terhune Nancy Barnett Tighe Ethel Toner V John Valeska Angela Vallachi Michael Vallachi Jonathan Vanderwall Janet VanGelder Cheryle Vine Annette Vitalone W Lloyd Wade The Walczak Family John Warmuth Barbara Wasson Ed Watson Sophie Watson Marie Webster Tim Welch Abbe Widmark-Crowell Curt & Betty Working
Please Pray for Our Sick and Their Caregivers
ST. BENEDICT PARISH ADMIN CENTER: 95 N Main St., Canandaigua, NY 14424 (585) 394-1220 Fax (585) 396-3230
Parish Emergency Number: (585) 364-2419 www.stbenedictonline.org
Parish Office Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday Closed Daily from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
NEW PARISHIONERS: Welcome to our Parish Family! We are so glad you are here! Please let us know you are here so that we can minister to your needs. Speak with a hospi-tality member, or call or email the parish office.
BAPTISMS Visit our website to fill out our baptismal request form or contact Deacon Claude so he can discuss with you the steps to baptism for your children.
HOLY MATRIMONY Engaged couples should contact the parish at least 6 months prior to desired wedding date. Marriage Preparation is required. Please call or email Deacon Claude.
BECOMING CATHOLIC (R.C.I.A.) Call or email Nick Laskowski.
PARISH COUNCIL Chairperson: Melanie Soberon Council Members: Brent Hall (Vice Chairperson), Bill DiBacco (Secretary), Brian Carl, Caryl Favro, Paula Foster, Donna Mathis, Chris Neubecker, Natalie Ruppel, Clare DeMarco, Andy Yudichak, Bob Cownie, Sara M. Bodine, and Laura Barone Ex officio members: Fr . Clifford Dorkenoo, Dawn Burdick, Ann Mar ie Deutsch, Deacon Claude Lester, Andrew Uttaro, Nick Laskowski, and Amy Corron
St. Mary’s Church 95 N. Main St., Canandaigua, NY 14424
St. Bridget’s Church 15 Church Street, Bloomfield, NY 14469
Father Michael Costik,
Parochial Administrator.....….………………x34…[email protected]
Father Clifford Dorkenoo,
Parochial Vicar.………………………………[email protected]
Father Kevin Murphy, Senior Priest
Deacon Claude Lester,
Social Ministry and Sacramental Minister….......x15 [email protected]
Dawn Burdick,
Pastoral Associate, G.I.F.T. Coordinator....x39…[email protected]
Nick Laskowski, Faith Form. Coordinator .x37. Nick.Laskowski@dor .org
Andrew Uttaro, Y outh Ministry Coord.…[email protected]
Maureen Horrocks, Receptionist........ …x10…[email protected]
Amy Corron, Bulletin Editor, Parish Life Coord. x 11…[email protected]
Anthony DiPrima, Financial Director…....x24….…[email protected]
Patricia Simmons, Business Manager........x13………[email protected]
Helen Vallee, Asst. to Business Mgr ....x24……..…....Helen.Vallee@dor .org
Sarah Eaton, Music Director
Rich Clayton, Joe Schrader & Laurent Paré
Maintenance...............………….………x18......…[email protected]
Cemeteries..……………………....…………………...…………….....x 33
St Mary’s School 16 E. Gibson St., Canandaigua, NY 14424…...(585) 394-4300
www.stmaryscanandaigua.org Ann Marie Deutsch, Principal...............x16…Ann.Mar ie.Deutsch@dor .org
Pam Negley, Donna Kamholtz, SMS Sec ……..... x 17……[email protected]
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Readings for the Week of December 31, 2017 Sunday: Gn 15:1-6; 21:1-3 or Sir 3:2-6, 12-14/Ps 105:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9, [7a, 8a] or Ps 128:1-2, 3, 4-5 [cf. 1]/Heb 11:8, 11-12, 17-19 or Col 3:12-21 or 3:12-17/Lk 2:22-40 or 2:22, 39-40 Monday: Nm 6:22-27/Ps 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8 [2a]/Gal 4:4-7/Lk 2:16-21 Tuesday: 1 Jn 2:22-28/Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4 [3cd]/Jn 1:19-28 Wednesday: 1 Jn 2:29--3:6/Ps 98:1, 3cd-4, 5-6 [3cd]/Jn 1:29-34 Thursday: 1 Jn 3:7-10/Ps 98:1, 7-8, 9 [3cd]/Jn 1:35-42 Friday: 1 Jn 3:11-21/Ps 100:1b-2, 3, 4, 5 [2a]/Jn 1:43-51 Saturday: 1 Jn 5:5-13/Ps 147:12-13, 14-15, 19-20 [12a]/Mk 1:7-11 or Lk 3:23-38 or 3:23, 31-34, 36, 38 Next Sunday: Is 60:1-6/Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13 [cf. 11]/Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6/Mt 2:1-12
Kid’s Corner
Sharing the Gospel When something wonderful happens, we want to find out all about it, then go tell everyone we know. That's just what the shepherds did. We also want to think about it again and again. That's just what Mary did. Jesus has come to us. Let's do what the shepherds and Mary did.
Prayer Dear God, you give me a new year and new chances to love you. I want to tell everyone about you like the shepherds. I want to think about your love like Mary.
Ten-Week Hope and Healing Program Beginning Experience of Rochester (BE) will be sponsoring a 10-week hope and healing program for the widowed, sep-arated and divorced. Weekly sessions will be held from 7:00—9:00 p.m. at St. Anne's Church Library, 1600 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester beginning Monday, January 15. The course will follow the book Rebuilding When Your Relationship Ends by Dr. Bruce Fisher. For more infor-mation or to register, please visit the BE website at www. beginningexperiencerochesterny.org, call BE at (585) 987-1750, or send an email to [email protected].
Gather, Share, and Serve Saint Kateri Parish extends a welcome to all young adults (ages 18-40) to build relationships with friends, serve others, and get closer to God through their holiday series. Please consider joining them for either or both of the following activities: • Adoration—January 4, 7:00 p.m. at Blessed
Sacrament Church, 259 Rutgers St, Rochester • Bowling at St. Boniface—January 6, 7:00-10:00 p.m.
$10 for bowling, pizza, & snacks. College students free. For more information, call (585) 484-7101 or email [email protected].
The following is an excerpt of the Holy Fa-ther Francis’ Message for the 51st World
Day of Peace, to be celebrated on January 1, 2018 on the theme: Migrants and refu-gees: men and women in search of peace.
MESSAGE OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS FOR THE CELEBRATION OF
THE 51st WORLD DAY OF PEACE— 1 JANUARY 2018
Heartfelt good wishes for peace. Peace to all people and to all nations on earth! Peace, which the angels proclaimed to the shepherds on Christmas night,[1] is a profound aspiration for everyone, for each in-dividual and all peoples, and especially for those who most keenly suffer its absence. Among these whom I constantly keep in my thoughts and prayers, I would once again men-tion the over 250 million migrants worldwide, of whom 22.5 million are refugees. Pope Benedict XVI, my beloved prede-cessor, spoke of them as “men and women, children, young and elderly people, who are searching for somewhere to live in peace.”[2] In order to find that peace, they are willing to risk their lives on a journey that is often long and perilous, to endure hardships and suffering, and to encounter fences and walls built to keep them far from their goal. In a spirit of compassion, let us embrace all those flee-ing from war and hunger, or forced by discrimination, per-secution, poverty and environmental degradation to leave their homelands. We know that it is not enough to open our hearts to the suffering of others. Much more remains to be done before our brothers and sisters can once again live peacefully in a safe home. Welcoming others requires concrete commit-ment, a network of assistance and goodwill, vigilant and sympathetic attention, the responsible management of new and complex situations that at times compound numerous existing problems, to say nothing of resources, which are always limited. By practising the virtue of prudence, govern-ment leaders should take practical measures to welcome, promote, protect, integrate and, “within the limits allowed by a correct understanding of the common good, to permit [them] to become part of a new society.”[3] Leaders have a clear responsibility towards their own communities, whose legitimate rights and harmonious development they must ensure, lest they become like the rash builder who miscalcu-lated and failed to complete the tower he had begun to con-struct.[4]
~From the Vatican, 13 November 2017
To read the Message in its entirety, please visit http://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/human-life-and-dignity/war-and-peace/world-day-of-peace.cfm and follow the link.
Upcoming Programs at Mercy Spirituality Center A Day to Call Your Own—Thursday, January 4 from 9:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m. Facilitated by Mercy Spirituality Cen-ter Team and Collaborators. Fee: $25. Christian Meditation Group—Thursdays, starting Janu-ary 4—March 22 from 8:00 a.m.—8:50 a.m. Facilitated by Karen McNamara and Lucien Cayer. Newcomers are always welcome. Suggested free will offering: $5/session. New Year’s Quiet Walk—Saturday, January 6 from 9:30 a.m.—11:00 a.m. Come for a leisurely walk in quiet and let your senses and imagination become absorbed in the gifts of creation. Facilitated by Holly Rockwell. Fee: $10. The programs listed above will be held at Mercy Spirituali-ty Center, 65 Highland Ave, Rochester. For more infor-mation or to register, please call (585) 473-6893 or visit www.mercyspiritualitycenter.org.
The second session of our Parish Bible Study, led by Fr. Michael, will begin again in January. It will be held on Tuesday afternoons for six weeks from 1:00 p.m.—2:30 p.m. and will meet in Dougherty Hall. The session 2 dates are: January 9, January 16, January 23, January 30, February 6, & February 13. All are welcome.
Church Name: St Benedict Roman Catholic Parish City, State East Bloomfield, NY / Canandaigua, NY File Name: 06-0088 Phone: 585-394-1220 Contact/Editor: Amy Corron, Bulletin Editor [email protected]
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