November 5, 2017

St. Mary’s Church 95 North Main Street Canandaigua, NY 14424

St. Bridget’s Church 15 Church Street

Bloomfield, NY 14469

Last week’s setting of the law on the commandments to love God and love neighbor is

intimately interwoven with what is said today. Jesus sets the law (in last week’s reading) and

then today he says of the scribes and Pharisees that his disciples should do everything that they

say. This is because he knows that the scribes and Pharisees have been handed on a tradition

that was built on reverent love of God and respect for one another. So, inasmuch as the scribes

and Pharisees have been handed on this tradition, they are to be listened to.

However, we cannot think for a moment that Jesus is at all pleased with the behavior of

these leaders. The question is for us, as it was for them, whether our participation in the

observances of our religion is helping us ascend toward God or miring us in only earthly

concern. The Law, as divine as it is, if not directed to love of God and neighbor, is “off the rails”,

so to speak. The rules and laws that we observe should make us powerful in God’s love and

participants in the divine life.

Too often we see God not as the King of Love, but as a ghost haunting us with rules. Too

often our life in Christ is not an ascending love that lifts us up, but an earthly humiliation that

grinds us down. To live as Christ has commanded us, in fact, is our life—even as it is also His

life.

Furthermore, Jesus accuses the scribes and Pharisees of a policy of ostentation. So not only

do they keep others down, they exalt themselves as they do it. The call that Jesus offers is to be

transparent, honest, direct, straightforward, but most of all, helpful in the love we share

together in Jesus Christ. We mourn together; when one suffers, so do we all. We are merciful

always; we know that mercy saves. We assist the poor, the captive, the hungry, always because

somewhere one of us is in need in one of these ways. In loving God and neighbor, we love as he

loved—offering himself to those most in need. In this way we become Christ to others by the

power of the Holy Spirit. We are made the light of the world by truly loving and lifting up

others. In doing this, we ourselves are lifted up.

As we approach Advent, we call to mind who is coming into the world and what he offers us,

what he calls us to become. As we approach Advent, we remember the great God-like power

offered to us in Jesus Christ and we commit ourselves to using it to love better, and in so doing,

lift up a broken world to be touched by the hand of God.

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, November 5

Thirty-First Sunday in

Ordinary Time

7:30 a.m. (SM) Deceased Members of the Gelinas Family by the Gelinas family

9:00 a.m. (SM) Mr. & Mrs. Raffaele Voci by their daughter 9:30 a.m. (SB) Richard G. Pshock by Joe & Teresa Berley 11:30 a.m. (SM) Deceased Members of the Campagna Family by

the Campagna family 4:00 p.m. (SM) The People of St. Benedict Parish

4:00 p.m. (SM) G.I.F.T. in Church

Monday, November 6

Weekday

6:45 a.m. (SM) Word and Communion Service 8:00 a.m. (SB) David Reiner by John & Bev Taylor 9:00 a.m. (SM) Peter A. Wolak by his father

Tuesday, November 7

Weekday

6:45 a.m. (SM) Russell Battaglia by Marcia Webster 9:00 a.m. (SM) Joseph & Dorothy Furfure by the family 10:45 a.m. Mass at Horizons

10:00 a.m. (SM) Prayer Shawl in the Yellow House 11:30 a.m.—1:00 p.m. (SB) Election Day Chicken & Biscuit

Lunch in the Church Hall 1:00 p.m. (SM) Year of the Eucharist Parish Bible Study in

Dougherty Hall 4:30 p.m.—7:00 p.m. (SB) Election Day Chicken & Biscuit Dinner

in the Church Hall

Wednesday, November 8

Weekday

6:45 a.m. (SM) Helen G. Reed by Mr & Mrs Charles Kelsey & family

8:00 a.m. (SB) Mattia Cifone by his daughter, Josephine 9:00 a.m. (SM) Word and Communion Service

1:00 p.m. (SM) Fifth Grade Heritage Fair in Dougherty Hall 5:30 p.m. (SB) Confessions at St. Bridget’s 7:00 p.m. (SM) Men’s Prayer Group Meeting in the Yellow House 7:00 p.m. (SM) RCIA Meeting in Dougherty Hall

Thursday, November 9

The Dedication of the Lateran

Basilica

6:45 a.m. (SM) Josephine Delforte by Rocco Maio 9:00 a.m. (SM) Joe Valvano by Anne Catalfamo

6:00 p.m. (SB) Yoga Class in the Church Hall 6:00 p.m. (SM) Kalama Update in Dougherty Hall

Friday, November 10

St Leo the Great, Pope & Doctor of the

Church

6:45 a.m. (SM) Michael Bird by Jim & Anne Erdle 8:00 a.m. (SB) Word and Communion Service 9:00 a.m. (SM) William Sherry by Barbara Kane & the Kane

family 2:30 p.m. Mass at Ewing Continuing Care Center

(SMS) No School—Veterans Day

Saturday, November 11

St Martin of Tours, Bishop

8:00 a.m. (SM) Elizabeth Nugent by Jean Mercandetti 2:00 p.m. (SM) Marriage of Paul Glover & Danielle Pease 5:00 p.m. (SM) Roscoe & Mary Bartran by Peg & Bob Symonds

8:30 a.m. (SM) Divine Mercy Chaplet and Rosary in Church 3:30 p.m. (SM) Confessions in Church 6:30 p.m. (SMS) Festival Appreciation Event in the Gym

Sunday, November 12

Thirty-Second Sunday in

Ordinary Time

7:30 a.m. (SM) John & Pat Sciarrata by family 9:00 a.m. (SM) Members of the Frank A. Cutri, Jr. Council 1445

Knights of Columbus by the Council 9:30 a.m. (SB) Margaret Ann Collins by her family 11:30 a.m. (SM) Jean B. Sherry (Anniv.) by her husband, Bill, & family

9:00 a.m. (SM) Pre-K Nursery in Pre-K Room in Dougherty Hall 10:00 a.m. (SM) Knights Coffee & Donuts in Dougherty Hall 1:00 p.m. (SM) Little Flowers in the Yellow House 4:00 p.m. (SM) Confirmation Session in Dougherty Hall 7:00 p.m. (SM) Youth Group in the Yellow House

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

III. Paul Glover & Danielle Pease

Best Wishes!

Today’s Responsorial Psalm

In you, Lord, I have found my peace.

Psalm 131

Altar Memorials This week, the Sanctuary Lamp at St. Mary’s will burn in loving memory Edward & Pauline VanTroost, requested by their daughters & families.

Question(s) of the Week: In today's Gospel, Jesus challenges us to

"practice what we preach," something all the saints knew they had to do. In what ways are

you good at practicing what you preach? Where could you use some help?

At our G.I.F.T. session this month, each of our grades will be learning about a different Saint. Take a minute to famil-iarize with some of these holy men and women.

St. Bridget Our kindergarten young people will learn about St. Bridget. Even as a young child, St. Bridget could not bear to see anyone hungry or cold, and did everything she could to help them, including giving away things that belonged to her father.

She worked in the dairy and even though Bridget gave away the milk and butter to the poor and lepers, the dairy pros-pered. She never turned away anyone in need. Many of her miracles involved giving milk and butter to the poor, but the milk pail never went dry!

St. Francis of Assisi First grade kids will learn about St. Francis of Assisi. The son of a rich merchant, St. Francis became a soldier to find adventure and glory. At 20, he was captured and became ill in prison. There, Francis had lots of time to think. He

learned that God wanted him to live in a new way. When he was freed, Francis gave all his things back to his father. He began to beg for what he needed. At the same time, Francis saw God’s love everywhere. Francis sang about the beauty of the sun, moon, trees, flowers, the rivers, and oceans. He said that animals were like our brothers and sisters—all part of God’s big family. Once a big wolf attacked people near the village of Gubbio. The people were terrified. Francis went to Gubbio to find the wolf and make peace with him. The vil-lagers fed and cared for the peaceful wolf until he died.

St. Isidore the Farmer Our second graders will learn about Saint Isi-dore the Farmer. Saint Isidore lived in Spain. He and his wife, Saint Maria de la Cabeza, lived on a rich man’s farm. Isidore worked for this man his whole life. He took care of the man’s land with

love. Isidore always prayed while he worked. Isidore and Maria were known for their love of the poor. Often they brought food to poor, hungry persons and prayed with them. Saint Isidore is the patron saint of farmers, farm ani-mals, and farming communities. He is also the patron saint of picnics!

St. Ignatius Third graders will learn about Saint Ignatius of Loyola. Saint Ignatius of Loyola was born in Spain in 1491. He grew up in a noble family in the castle of Loyola. He was a soldier until he was wounded in battle. He went home to get well.

There he read about the lives of Jesus and the saints. He wanted to become a saint, too. Ignatius traveled to a monastery in Spain at Montserrat. There he saw the mountain and many of God’s wonderful creatures. He prayed at the shrine of Our Lady of Montser-rat. He laid down his sword and pledged his life to God. He gave away his fine clothes and dressed as a poor man. Later Ignatius wrote what he learned about God and Jesus. His book is called Spiritual Exercises. He wrote it to help people grow closer to God. He tells us that God cares for all the things he created. If we want to know God, we can begin by caring for the world God gives us.

St. Katharine Drexel Our fourth grade students will learn about Saint Katharine Drexel. Katharine Drexel was born to a wealthy family in Pennsylvania in 1858. Her parents taught her to use her wealth to help oth-ers. After Katharine’s parents died, she traveled

around the country. She saw the suffering of the Native Americans and African Americans. She decided to use her fortune to help them. Katharine asked Pope Leo XIII to send missionaries to help people in need. The Pope replied, “Why don’t you become a missionary?” She knew the pope was challenging her to do more. She started the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament. Mother Katharine Drexel began about 60 schools and mis-sions in the United States. She spent many millions of her own money to help others, especially Native and African Americans. Katharine Drexel accepted Jesus’ mission by giving up her wealth and following him.

St. Peter Claver The fifth graders will learn about Saint Peter Claver, the “Saint of Slaves.” Saint Peter Claver devoted his life to helping slaves. He was born in Spain in 1581, but spent most of his life in South America as a missionary to slaves. Peter Claver

gave the slaves physical and spiritual care from the moment they arrived from Africa. He met them at the harbor with food and medicine. He tried to persuade their masters to treat them humanely. He also comforted the slaves and taught them about Jesus, encouraging them to live as Chris-tians. By 1615, Peter Claver is said to have baptized more than 300,000 slaves. He died in 1654.

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St Benedict’s Parish Support for October 28 & 29

Sincere thanks for your support of the parish and its ministries!

Attendance ........................................................ 1,209

Weekly Offertory Income* ............................ $15,642 Weekly Needs ................................................ $18,520 Overage (Shortage) ...................................... $(2,878)

Year To Date Offertory Income* ....................................... $334,128 Year To Date Need ......................................$333,360 Year To Date Overage (Shortage) ...................... $768

*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?

During the next two months the Blessing Room is preparing for both our Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets for roughly 140 families. We are in need of tea and coffee, and condiments such as mayonnaise, pickles, olives, and mustard to help fill out the baskets. We are also looking for gently used toys to help families with Christmas giving for their children. Toys may be left in the back of St. Bridget’s Church. Please call San-di Knopf 657-7200 with any questions.

The Margaret Home, Inc. is a long-term residential program for single, pregnant women and children which will be housed in East Rochester, in the for-mer St. Jerome convent. Women will be able to stay up to two years in the residence while developing the necessary skills for stable, independent living.

Are you interested in helping those who are most in need of our help and support the culture of life? Help is needed with painting, repair, cleaning, decorating, fundraising, communi-cations, legal support, and more!! For more information, please call Fr. Mike Mayer at 315-789-0930, ext. 113 or email themargarethome@gmail.com.

On the Road to Emmaus: Lessons in Discipleship Please join us on Tuesday, November 7 for a day retreat at Notre Dame Retreat House. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. with coffee and pastries, and the conference led by Fr. Densi Billy, S.Ss.R. begins at 9:30 a.m. Lunch will be served at noon, followed by Reconciliation and Mass, and the day ends at 3:00 p.m. Please call 394-5700 to register. A fee of $25 is payable at registration.

Catholic Ministries Appeal Update To date, $68,223 (42.53%) of our $160,417 CMA goal has been pledged. Of that amount, $57,441 has been paid.

Laudato Si: Seeing Creation as Life and Beauty “Peace be to you, my Lord!” This phrase from a prayer of St. Francis of Assisi was Pope Francis’ choice for opening us up to reflect upon our call to find the life and love of God in all creation. Many of the experiences of Jesus with His follow-ers and curious onlookers took place in the midst of crea-tion: the hillside, the plain, the seaside etc. To love and care for the earth is a loving action and sign of our “seeing God in all things.” Join us at the Motherhouse for this two-part program on two consecutive Thursdays: November 9 and November 16 from 4:00 p.m. —5:30 p.m. as we use na-ture, art, music, scripture and current writings to help deep-en our love and care for the world. To register, call (585) 733-2555 or email jsobala@ssjrochester.org.

Election Day Dinner Join us in St. Bridget’s Church Hall on Tues-day, November 7 for a chicken and biscuit meal. We will be serving from 11:30 a.m.—1:00 p.m. for lunch and from 4:30 p.m.—7:00 p.m.

for dinner. The cost is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, $3 for children aged 4-12, and children under 3 eat free. Help is still needed before each of the meals. If you are able to assist with prep from 8:30 a.m.—11:30 a.m. or 2:30 p.m.—4:30 p.m., please contact Amy Corron at (585) 394-1220, ext. 11 or Amy.Corron@dor.org. Thank you!

Local Bereavement Support Group Thompson Health’s Bereavement Support Group is open to anyone who has experienced a loss due to death. It is facili-tated by Sands Cancer Center Coordinator, Deborah Wiepert, LMSW, and Eileen Alven, coordinator of chap-lain’s volunteers within Thompson Health. The next meet-ing is Thursday, November 9 from 4:30 p.m.—6:00 p.m. Please call (585) 396-6780 for more information.

Needed: Mittens We are still in need of mittens for infants and young children for this year’s Christmas Food Bas-ket program. By November 30, please bring do-

nations to the PAC during regular business hours or call Marcia Webster at (585) 394-6836 to arrange for a pick up.

Ambassadors of Mercy Delivers Many thanks to Sharon, Sandi, Mary Ellen, Jen, Bill, Cecil-ia, Marcia, Angie and Julie for helping to sort and distribute our “Respect Life” month donations. Saints Place in Roch-ester, which works with refugee families, Our Lady of Gua-dalupe in Marion with migrants, the Blessing Room in Bloomfield and the CCIA food pantry in Canandaigua, as well as CARENET in Canandaigua were the recipients of this year’s generous giving by the faith community. Among the donations were: 28 boxes of band-aids, 26 cans of for-mula, 29 cans of shaving cream, 98 tubes of toothpaste, and 165 toothbrushes. Thank you for your contributions.

Stewardship at St. Benedict Parish I have asked the staff and Parish Councils to support and pray over the idea of stewardship in our life at St. Bene-dict’s. This idea would provide us with an answer to the big-gest questions that the amazingly generous people of God in Bloomfield and Canandaigua have asked: namely, how can I help? Therefore, I have asked that we answer this question by taking a good hard look at our life together. The space, the finances, the talents of those who worship here, and the time you give us are to be regarded as avenues to the power God offers in His Holy Spirit. I want the Gospel to be ful-filled at St. Benedict’s. I want all of us to become more than we are by serving each other in our parish in the name of Jesus Christ. A Stewardship Committee will be formed that will help develop this further and assist us in reaching goals that em-power each of us to be involved in the parish and take in-creased ownership of the life we have here. I have a good starting list of names to ask, but I’d love to have more. I don’t know you all yet! So if you think you would have a skill at assisting with the development of a vision of stewardship or of implementing goals and helping us achieve this work, please let me know. I’ll speak more about this very soon and then we’ll have an information session. Many thanks for the great stewardship you do and the greater to come! Fr. MC

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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

cstmaryc@dor.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…..Fr.Michael.Costik@dor.org

Father Clifford Dorkenoo,

Parochial Vicar.………………………………..x12...Fr.Clifford.Dorkenoo@dor.org

Father Kevin Murphy, Senior Priest

Deacon Claude Lester,

Social Ministry and Sacramental Minister….......x15 ....Claude.Lester@dor.org

Dawn Burdick,

Pastoral Associate, G.I.F.T. Coordinator....x39….Dawn.Burdick@dor.org

Nick Laskowski, Faith Form. Coordinator .x37. Nick.Laskowski@dor .org

Andrew Uttaro, Y outh Ministry Coord.….x41..Andrew.Uttaro@dor.org

Maureen Horrocks, Receptionist........ …x10…....Maureen.Horrocks@dor.org

Amy Corron, Bulletin Editor, Parish Life Coord. x 11…Amy.Corron@dor.org

Anthony DiPrima, Financial Director…....x25….…...Tony.Diprima@dor.org

Patricia Simmons, Business Manager........x13………..Pat.Simmons@dor.org

Helen Vallee, Asst. to Business Mgr ....x24……..…....Helen.Vallee@dor .org

Rich Clayton, Joe Schrader & Laurent Paré, and Ed Rex

Maintenance...............………….………x18......….Rich.Clayton@dor.org

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……...smcdcs@dor.org

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Kid’s Corner

Sharing the Gospel Do not tell others to follow rules that you do not follow. If something is wrong for others, it is wrong for you. If it is wrong for your friends to steal, it is wrong for you. If it is wrong to hit others, then do not hit your friend in anger. Practice what you preach. Know and follow God's commandments so he will be happy. Prayer Lord, teach me to practice what I preach.

KnightLine Congratulations to Sarah Neubecker! Sarah is the 11th grade, 1st Place International Winner of the

2016-2017 Knights of Columbus Catholic Citizenship Essay Contest! Sarah’s awards will include a $300 check and 1st Place Certificate from the K of C Supreme Headquarters in New Haven, CT. The 2017-2018 Essay Contest is now in progress for all Catholic students, grades 8–12 in public, private or parochial schools. This year’s theme is “Going to the Peripheries”. For more details and entry forms, please contact Principal Deutsch at St Mary’s School, Andrew Ut-taro of Youth Ministry, or Brian Moser from the K of C. Next Saturday is Veterans Day. The Patriotic 4th Degree will sponsor a “Missing Man Ceremony” on Saturday at 10:00 a.m., followed by a music performance by Jim Worthing, a national recording star from Nashville, at the Canandaigua VA Auditorium in Bldg. 5. There is no charge, and all are welcome! Next Sunday, the 9:00 a.m. Mass is Council #1445’s Annual Communion Mass and is celebrat-ed for the intention of living and deceased members of the Council. The Knights are sponsoring a coffee hour with plenty of delicious goodies after 9am Mass in Dougherty Hall. All parishioners are welcome! For more details on any of the above, please contact Brian Moser at (585) 690-0200 or bmoser2012@gmail.com.

Yoga Class at St. Bridget’s Church Hall Join us for instructor-led yoga and fellowship on Thursday evenings from 6:00 p.m.—7:00 p.m. in St. Bridget's Church Hall or outside on the grass on beautiful evenings (now sun-set yoga as the days get shorter). Come alone or bring a friend. Beginners welcome. For more information, con-tact Jeanette at 314-6966 or jdztechw@me.com or instruc-tor Julie at 737-5639 or vanbee44@aol.com. Drop-in class fee $15/class or $12/class if paying for a session. $2 goes to church as facility fee.

Food Donations Needed for Christmas Baskets The St. Vincent de Paul Society is collecting for its annual Food Drive to fill our Christmas Baskets. Please bring filled bags back to the Church anytime between now and Thanks-giving. We are looking for pasta, spaghetti sauce, canned chicken or tuna, canned fruit, canned peas, canned corn, canned green beans, macaroni and cheese, cereal, peanut butter, jelly, sugar, flour, and cooking oil. Your donation of any of these items is much appreciated. Thank you for your generosity.

It’s That Time of Year Again... When we encourage your participation in many outreaches in the community. The gift tags for Christmas gifts will be in church, starting November 18. Sign-ups to help with the many aspects of sorting and distributing gifts will be in church that same weekend. Even before then, you can begin sorting through your “treasures” of those gifts you have received over the years (whether they are pieces of clothing still in the box, games still in the wrapper, or presents still in the wrapping) that you are never going to use and are willing to share with someone else so they might have a gift to give to a loved one at Christmas. We need contributions to the CHRISTMAS SHOP (often referred to as KIDSHOP) which has been a tradition in both Bloomfield and Canandaigua for many years. Toys in great condition, gifts for men, and one-of-a kind presents are all needed. Drop off your contributions at the Dougherty Hall entrance of St. Mary’s or the front hall of St. Bridget’s. Last year we helped over 500 people have gifts for Christmas.

Pope Calls Us to Feed the Poor Pope Francis has announced the First World Day of the Poor on Sunday, November 19. He is asking Catholics around the world to “create moments of encounter and friendship, solidarity and concrete assistance” in working with our neighbors in need. St. Benedict’s is offering a dinner free-of-charge in Dougherty Hall that day, from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. for all in the community. We need YOU to help in some way. It might be helping to set-up or tear down, to help cook, or serve or show hospitality to our guests. Sign-ups are at the entrances to church.

Gather & Give Thanks Please join us for a Thanksgiving lunch on Wednesday, November 15 at noon in Dougherty Hall. Turkey, potatoes, and dressing will be provided. Please bring your favorite

Thanksgiving dish to pass. For more information or if you’d like to volunteer to help with this event, please contact Amy Corron at Amy.Corron@dor.org or 394-1220, ext. 11.

Class of 2017 HANDS OF CHRIST AWARD Every Spring, our Diocese gives out the “Hands of Christ” awards to deserving High School seniors. These awards recog-nize the young men and women of our parishes who have dis-tinguished themselves as faithful Christians in their homes, schools, and communities. If you know of a young man or woman who meets the following criteria please fill out the form below to nominate him or her for this honor. Hands of Christ Criteria: Has consistently demonstrated a Christian attitude by word and example; has been actively in-volved in the parish as well as their school or community; has been a positive role model to their peers, younger children and adults; is a practicing Roman Catholic at St. Benedict Parish, is currently a High School senior

Senior’s Name: _____________________________ Address:__________________________________ ________________________________________ School Attending: ___________________________ Your Name: _______________________________ Reason for nomination: _______________________ ________________________________________ ________________________________________ ________________________________________

Place in the collection basket or send to Andrew Uttaro at the PAC. Nomination Deadline is November 26, 2017.

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 stbenedictcommunications@gmail.com

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