Celebration of the Eucharist Saturday Vigil—4:00PM, Sunday—8:30 AM and 11:00 AM

Weekday Schedules Communion Service: Monday & Friday, 9:00 AM Mass: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 9:00 AM

PASTORAL STAFF

Fr Don Rutherford, Sacramental Minister Deacon Al Manzella, Parish Life Director Deacon Mark Leonard

Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday prior to the 4:00pm Mass

Sacrament of Baptism Please contact the Parish Office to make arrangements. Baptisms are generally on the 2nd weekend of the month.

Sacrament of Matrimony Couples should make arrangements as soon as the engagement is announced.

Anointing of the Sick The Anointing of the Sick will be administered the first full weekend of each month, immediately after each Mass.

PARISH LIFE CENTER

2416 7th Avenue Watervliet, NY 12189 (518) 273-6020 Fax: (518) 273-3978 Email: info@ihm.rcpw.org Website: www.rcpw.weebly.com

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS:

Mon—Thurs: 8:30am—3:30pm Friday—CLOSED (until Sept 7th)

Administrative Assistant

Judith Pope jpope@ihm.rcpw.org

Secretary

Mary Beth Knapik

Archivist

Thomas Hanley: thanley@ihm.rcpw.org

Facility Manager

Matthew Carabis

FAITH FORMATION &

YOUTH MINISTRY CENTER

2425 7th Avenue (518) 328-0427

Coordinator Sharon Kowalski skowalski@ihm.rcpw.org Call for appointment

HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 22, 2018

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Deacon Al’s Corner ~ Sheep without a Shepherd – Jesus tries to get away for a while with His disciples, but

the crowd came after them. When Jesus saw the vast crowd “His heart was move with

pity for them, for they were like sheep without a shepherd; and He began to teach them

many things.” I believe if Jesus saw people today, the young and not so young, con-

stantly on their smart phones, on social media and not going to church He would have

pity on them, because they are like sheep without a shepherd! What exactly does that

mean “Like sheep without a shepherd”? In Jesus’ time it meant that the sheep were in

danger of attack by wild animals, they were in danger of getting lost, of not having food

or water. Suffice to say they were in danger without the shepherd.

Unfortunately today people, you and I, don’t recognize that we are in danger.

We are in danger of following false gods, fame, fortune and freedom, power, pride, pop-

ularity and prestige. We want people to admire us. And we want to be free. Sheep fail

to recognize the dangers around them. If they wander away from the flock they could

get attacked by a wolf. Forgive me if I sound like the “Boy who cried wolf!” But

please know the devil is real and so are the dangers in the world. Freedom doesn’t mean

doing whatever we want. It means choosing to do what we have been taught by our

faith and what we know is right. We are free to wander off, to stray away from the

flock, but if we do there is a danger to us. We may gain some imagined freedom and

loose our immortal souls. The peace of Christ is ours when we follow Him, and allow

Him to be our shepherd.

Vocations Ministry A vocation is more than a job or career. It is a calling from God and our way to love and serve Him. It may not always be easy to hear, but God calls each and every one of us and we need to be open and listen to His call. Take some time to be alone with the Lord and to pray about your vocation and for an increase in all vocations within the church. Please sign up to participate in the Traveling Chalice program. The Traveling Chalice serves as a visual reminder of the importance of praying for vocations within the church. Please sign up in the back of the church near the statue of the Sacred Heart. For more information please call Shane and Tanya at 518-233-9552.

Social Justice: Caring for the Environment

Ephesians 2:17— “He came and preached peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near” Pope Francis: Laudato Si: — “These attitudes also attune us to the moral imperative of assessing the impact of our action and personal decision on the world around us”.

Faith Formation - For All Ages:

Sharon C. Kowalski, Coordinator of Faith Formation and Youth Ministry skowalski@ihm.rcpw.org

Faith Formation Information Please call the Faith Formation office at 518 328-0427 or contact Sharon at skowalski@ihm.rcpw.org for information or questions about our Faith Formation Program.

Summer Training for New Altar Servers Any young people who have made their First Eucharist and are interested in becoming altar servers, please contact Mrs. Kowalski at skowalski@ihm.rcpw.org or Mrs. Carabis at mcarmbis@aol.com . Although we currently do not have any female altar servers, this is an option in the modern church. We are looking forward to hearing from all those who think this might be a ministry that they would like to be a part of.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) Please note: CLOW will be on hiatus until September.

Here’s What’s Coming Up in July/August July 23: Communion Service/Exposition: 9 to 10:30 July 23: Gathering Disciples: 6pm, PLC July 25: Volunteer Appreciation

Mary’s Kitchen: Mondays, 3 to 5pm

All members of the community are invited to join us in Mary’s Kitch-en– both parishioners and non-parishioners alike – to enjoy an eat in meal, chat and relax with friends or to pick up a meal to take out. We are looking for a few volunteers who might be able to fill in occa-sionally during the summer months. Many thanks to those who have already stepped up to help. If you are interested, please contact Sha-ron at 518 328-0427 or skowalski@ihm.rcpw.org for more infor-mation.

RCIA & Sacramental Preparation for Adults

and Older Children

What about you? Need to receive sacraments –Baptism, Eucharist or Confirmation; for yourself, an older teen or young adult? Whatever your needs may be – whether com-pleting the Sacraments of Initiation or questions about be-coming members of Catholic faith, we are here to help you make it happen. We will work around your schedule and your individual area of need. Something to consider - Do you know that in order to be a godparent for Baptism or a sponsor for Confirmation, you must have received all three Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation)??? Need more information?? Contact Sharon at 328-0427 or skowalski@ihm.rcpw.org.

Gathering Disciples (Evangelization): July 23

There will be a meeting for representatives from each par-ish ministry in the Parish Life Center on Monday, July 23 at 6pm. This monthly meeting is an opportunity for our minis-tries to connect with each other and be aware of what is happening each month throughout the parish. All interest-ed parishioners are also invited to attend. Hope to see you there!!

CRAFT FAIR and FLEA MARKET—AUGUST 18TH

We have a lot planned for the 18th. From Treasures to

Tchotchke, there will be lots to look at - at great prices!!

We’ll also have a kitchen and a bake sale, crafts and a

craft supplies table. We’ll be open from 10 to 6

so make sure you stop by…maybe have lunch…

and take a peek at the treasures to

be found!!

July 30: Prayer & Worship: 6pm, PLC: August 18: FLEA MARKET & CRAFT FAIR, 10 TO 6PM, Parish Life Center August 19: Ice Cream Extravaganza, after 11am Mass

Scripture Sharing: As Christ Loved the Church

Thursday, July 19, we will begin Session 7 with questions and a discussion of As Christ Loved the Church. All are welcome. Hope you will join us!! For more information, please contact Sharon at 518 328-0427 or skowalski@ihm.rcpw.org

SUNDAY, AUGUST 19th—ICE CREAM EXTRAVAGANZA

What a weekend!! You can stop in for a bit on Saturday to do a little shopping or grab some great food and then

top it off on Sunday with a make your own sundae extravaganza after the 11am Mass!! Can’t beat the heat at a better place in Watervliet!!

In loving memory of Joseph V Germano

requested by the Family 12/23/18

10/7/18

In loving memory of Adam & Katherine Novak

John G Novak & Florence Szpot requested by the Family

In Memoriam - 2018-19

10/21/18

In loving memory of the Edward Brooks Family, Foglia Family

& Monticup Family requested by Rose Brooks & Family

7/29/18

In loving memory of William T, Sr, Julia F

and Robert A Fahr requested by the Family

In loving memory of John A O’Brien

requested by the Family 10/14/18

In loving memory of John T Sherlock

requested by his wife and Family 5/12/19

1/6/19

In loving memory of Bryan T Roberts (son)

Raymond & Helen Werner (parents) requested by Judith Pope

In loving memory of J. Vince Cocca

requested by his wife and Children

10/21/18

1/6/19

In loving memory of The Barron & Rys Families

requested by the Family

ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE Weekly Collections (incl mail-in, E.G.) July 15-16, 2017…………….$5944.00 July 14-15, 2018……………$6486.00

IHM Prayer Ministry—If you would like the prayer team to pray for you or a loved one, please contact Brenda Persons at 518 271-6184 .

2018 Peter’s Pence-Collection: BE A WITNESS OF CHARITY Next week our special collection will be for Peter’s Pence, which provides Pope Francis with the funds he needs to carry out his char-itable works around the world. The proceeds of this collection benefit our brothers and sisters on the margins of society, including victims of war, oppression and disasters. Please be generous in next week’s Collection supporting the Holy Father as a witness of charity to those who are suffering.

Mass Intentions for the Week

Sat., July 21 4:00pm—Living & Deceased members of IHM Frank Cocca, req by Cindy & Gene Daniel DeGuire, req by Carolyn Hyatt

Sun., July 22 8:30am—Mary Holton, req by Tom & Jane Hanley Matthew Manzella, req by Sally/Sheila Colbert & Julia King Virginia J Cifello, req by Bob & Carol Carlson

11:00am—Olga Somich (B’day), req by Helen Somich Elizabeth & Vincent Lamb, req by the children

Mon., July 23—9:00am—COMMUNION SERVICE

Tues., July 24 9:00am—Frank & Vincenza DiNuzzo, Estate

Wed., July 25 9:00am—William Lofink, Jr, (50th B’day), req by aunt Marion & uncle Stan

Thurs., July 26 9:00am—COMMUNION SERVICE

Fri., July 27—9:00am—COMMUNION SERVICE

Sat., July 28 4:00pm—Norman Persons, req by Brenda Persons Daniel Deguire, req by The Duffey family Anna Passonno, req by Julia King

Sun., July 29 8:30am—Living & deceased members of IHM Mary Holton, req by Maureen Hanley-Ehmann Matthew Manzella, req by Margaret/Fred Gonsowski

11:00am—Helen A Baciewicz, req by Baciewicz family

GOSPEL MEDITATION July 22nd; 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time "Now what?" It's a difficult thing to hear, isn't it? The train comes late, a

child unexpectedly cries, and the latest public policy debate flares up in the

news. Life throws us curveballs, and we have no choice but to adapt. Jesus

and the Apostles find themselves in that exact situation in today's Gospel.

The Apostles have returned from their two-by-two missionary jour-

ney. As Jesus hears all of their stories, he knows they need time to recover

and refresh. "Come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a

while." Their wilderness retreat is short-lived, however, as eager crowds

discover their location. Jesus is well aware of the needs of his disciples. Still,

as he looks out at the crowd, "His heart was moved with pity for them, for

they were like sheep without a shepherd." The rest break is over. "He be-

gan to teach them many things."

For those of us who have experienced a taste

of much-needed relaxation only to have it taken away

abruptly, perhaps we surmise what the Apostles might

have been feeling in that moment. But Jesus isn't being

inconsiderate of the Apostles needs. He offers them --

and us -- a lived lesson. St. John Paul II wrote, "The

whole of Christ's life was a continual teaching: his si-

lences, his miracles, his gestures, his prayer, his love

for people, his special affection for the little and the

poor, his acceptance of the total sacrifice on the Cross

for the redemption of the world" (On Catechesis in Our

Time, 9). In Jesus' choice to teach, we see all of these things: sacrificial love,

concern for the marginalized, and priority of people's needs over personal

preference. These aren't abstract ideals. They're lived realities as we strive

to live and love like Jesus. When a new obstacle confronts you in your

life, how do you respond?

God's dream is that you and I and all of us will realize that we are family, that we are made for togetherness, for goodness and for compassion. Desmond Tutu