Saint Patrick's 

We are very grateful to all those who have donated to this capital project.  With your generosity, we have raised over $30000.  The total cost of this project is $42335.64 which includes the installation of the new boiler, the new boiler feed tank and installation of air vents, steam trap kits and pipe insulation.  All of this is making our heating much more fuel efficient.  If you wish to make a donation which will be included as part of your end-of-year donation statement, it would be greatly appreciated.  Many thanks!!

DONATIONS RECEIVED TO DATE:   $31359

FAITH FORMATION CLASSES ... Classes continue this Sunday for Grades 1 to 8 and Confirmation.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ...  The Diocese of Ogdensburg has requested that a child have a continuous education of their faith from their 1st Year Program through their 9th Year Program so that the growth of their faith will grow with them and become stronger.  All students are mandated not only to attend classes but also to attend Mass on a weekly basis.  With this in mind, please note that First Communion is a two-year program, and students must complete first and second grades in order to make their First Communion. Confirmation is also a two-year program and students must complete eighth and ninth grades in order to make their Confirmation.
 
NOTICE FOR FUTURE CONFIRMATION CANDIDATES ... Bishop LaValley requires that for a young person to be eligible to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation, one needs to be in a parish Christian Formation Program during Grades 1 through 9.  Some families seem to opt out after First Communion or see sports as more important than learning about our Roman Catholic faith.  Therefore, this is the policy for St. Patrick’s and St. Mary’s Churches: Every student in school from Grades 1 through 9 seeking to be an eligible candidate for Confirmation in the 9th Grade must be registered in our Christian Formation program and attend regular classes.  Should a child not attend a class for whatever reason, the family must contact the catechist for information to make up the class at home.  When the time comes for the young person to enter the Confirmation program, records must be available for the candidacy to be approved.  Should there be a problem observing this policy, the family needs to talk to Father Lewis.

SIGN-UP SHEETS ... All students are required to sign in when attending Mass either at St. Patrick’s or St. Mary’s Churches.  There are binders in the upstairs lobby at St. Patrick’s or at the back of the church at St. Mary’s with all students names in alphabetical order.  Students should sign next to their name under the current weekend.  If they attend another parish, they need to have a bulletin signed by the pastor, priest or deacon. 

FAITH FORMATION VOLUNTEERS ... We are looking for volunteers who would be willing to help with our Faith Formation Program for this school year (2022-2023).  If you are interested, please contact Sue Lefebvre at 518-297-2485. 

150 Years ~ Together in Faith ... The Bishop’s Fund Appeal continues in our parish. Our parish has raised $11905 towards our goal of $13061 (only $1156 to go).  As of 2/3/23, 89 households have contributed/pledged toward our Parish goal. Our Parish goal is to have 141 or more households participating. Our diocese has received 95.76% of the $1.3M goal, however, we are down in the number of those participating. We encourage all families to participate in this vital Appeal which funds ministries and programs that our parish on our own would not be able to provide. Please remember- EVERY gift, no matter the size, makes a difference to the individuals and families we serve across the diocese. Together in Faith, we can make a difference.  Envelopes are located at the back of church or you can make your gift online by visitingwww.rcdony.org/giving/donate-now-bishop-s-fund.  

ST. PATRICK’S FOOD SHELF ... will be open on Wednesdays, 9:30 to 10:30AM or call the Rectory (518-297-7361) for an appointment.

MANY THANKS ... to those who continuously make donations to our food shelf throughout the year and especially at Thanksgiving and Christmas.  We are forever grateful for these donations which help to keep our food shelf stocked.

FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE NEEDED:  Chef Boyardee (all kinds), Peanut Butter, Cereal, Hot Cereal, Pancake Syrup, Mayo, Ketchup, Mustard, Canned Chicken Breast, Side Dishes (rice, noodles, etc.).

Please stay home if you are sick.  Separate yourself from others.  Wash your hands often with soap and water and use hand sanitizer, which is available at all church entrances.  Please cover your cough or sneeze.

HOLY WATER ... Please note that we do NOT have Holy Water in our fonts.  It is hard to keep water clean and safe with so many people having access to it.  You may still get Holy Water to take home from the silver font in the upstairs lobby.

If you have a complaint of suspected misconduct involving diocesan clergy, religious, employees or volunteers, contact Victims Assistance Coordinator, Terrianne Yanulavich, Ph.D., LMHC, 5050 Route 374, Merrill, NY 12955;[email protected] Phone: 518-651-2267 days; 518- 569-0612 evenings; or Father Christopher Carrara, the Episcopal Vicar for Clergy; [email protected] Phone: 315- 393-2920 ext. 1340. If you have a complaint of suspected sexual abuse or related misconduct by the bishops, contact the Catholic Bishop Abuse Reporting Service at 800-276-1562 or www.ReportBishopAbuse.org.

Please note that any Sanctuary Lamp (S.L), Blessed Mary (B.M.) or
St. Joseph (S.J.) Candles are still being lit at St. Patrick’s.  The requests are listed here:

2/5 - B.M. - Lillian Connelly by her Family
 

Please let us know if any names can be added or removed:

 Gary Burton, Rose Moore, Julie Lafountain, Diane Favreau, Ed Sweeny, Ken Dupere, Normand & Brenda Jolicoeur, Eleanor Reynolds,
 Neil LaCount, Angela Houle, Angelana Polniaszek,
Eric Pristera-Polniaszek, Bea LaValley, Lee Gadway, Bernard Duffy, Emma Savage, Sandy Barcomb, Rejeanne Lefebvre, Cara Turnbull, Rodney Nephew, Ann Choiniere, Kate Desautels, 
Sharon Ramsey, Mike Bushey, Sr. Debbie Blow, 
Tom Barcomb, Joseph McChesney, Torrie James, Rollande Maskell,
Kim Lefebvre, Robert Sterling, Anna Langlois, Esmeh Rosario,
Theresa LeBlanc, Roberta LaFontaine, Doug Brockway, Helen Bechard, Melvin Franke

Week 1 - Stephen Ashline ($50)
Week 2 - John Zurlo ($50)
Week 3 - Larry Bechard ($50)
Week 4 - Debbie Gouge ($50)
Week 5 - Fr. Clyde Lewis ($50)