SEASON OF CREATION
Fish Creek – The Faith and Ecology Group of Northern NY will hosting a Season of Creation Celebration with the theme “Immersed in Living Waters” (see Ezekiel 47:9, 12).
Date: Sept. 26
Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Place: Day Use Pavilion of the Fish Creek Campgrounds just south of Saranac Inn
Features: Invitation to pray and enjoy the beauties of Creation, and to reflect on the gift of WATER; Guest presenters: Blake Lavia and Tzintzun Aguilar-Izzo, environmental scholars, artists, advocates and protectors of rivers and watersheds in northern New York; time to share thoughts and ideas facilitated discussion, music and Autumn snacks.  Anyone who desires to connect more deeply with Creation, especially with Water, and learn how to be a better steward of the precious gift of Water.  This is a free event, bring yourself, family and friends.
Contact: Tom Kalinoski 518-891-1876

ITALIAN BUFFET
Lake Pleasant – An Italian Buffet, hosted by St. James Major Altar Rosary Society, will be held.
Date: Oct. 3
Time: 5 p.m. to 7
Place: Adirondack Veteran’s Center
Cost: donation, eat in or dine out
Menu: Several Italian dishes with salad, dessert and drinks.  Gluten free and vegetarian options will be available.

ALPHA
Lake Placid – Alpha program to be held.
Date: Sundays, Sept. 20 to Dec. 6
Time: 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Place: St. Agnes Church
Features: Are you longing to deepen your faith, reconnect with the Church, or simply create space to ask life's important questions? Alpha offers a welcoming place to gather with others for conversation, friendship, and discovery. Each session includes a shared meal, an engaging video, and honest, respectful discussion in a relaxed and hospitable environment. Whether your faith is strong, you're returning after time away, or you're simply seeking more, you'll find that every question and every person is welcome.
Contact: Deb Lennon for more information: lennondebra26@gmail.com or 518-524-4388

WOMEN’S MINISTRY
Ticonderoga – Join for a Women’s Ministry, a place of fellowship, faith and friendship.
Date: Every third Friday of the month.
Time: Immediately following the 9 a.m. Mass
Place: St. Mary’s Church
Features: Light breakfast will be served. In addition to weekly fellowship, there will be a summer
Book Club beginning in June. Details and book selection will be announced at the May 17th meeting. Beth Tiger is a Catholic speaker, author and facilitator. She is also the founder & Executive Director of ‘Her Hands’; an anti-trafficking organization originally known as Durga Tree International. Beth’s ministry has always been about assisting people in living a life of purpose. She’s done this through her writing, coaching, as well as her charitable work. A new resident of Ticonderoga, she is looking forward to meeting spiritually like minded women and creating a ministry where all can deepen their faith, form new friendships and be of service to the local community.

ADORATION 
Wells – Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament to be held. 
Date: The Third Sunday of the Month. 
Time: After Sunday Mass 
Place: St. Ann’s 
Features: A beautiful and blessed half hour. 

ADORATION 
Lake Placid – Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is held Tuesday. 
Time: 10 a.m. to 5:20 followed by Mass 
Place: St. Agnes Church 
Features: Come rest in the presence of Jesus. Experience his mercy, love, healing, and peace. 
Contact: To sign up as a sub or for a weekly hour, call 518-523-220. Sign-up is not necessary to attend. 

CHICKEN DINNER
Lyons Falls – St. John’s Church will have a drive-thru chicken and biscuit dinner.
Date: Sept. 22
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $13
Menu: Chicken and homemade biscuit, mashed potato, gravy, green bean casserole, and dessert. 
Contact: To ensure your dinner, please call 315-348-8945 or 315-348-8577.  Deliveries are also available!

SPAGHETTI DINNER
Watertown – St. Anthony’s Altar and Rosary Society is sponsoring a spaghetti dinner.
Date: Sept. 24
Time: 4 p.m. to 7
Place: Downstairs in St. Anthony’s church in Msgr. Sechi Hall
Cost: Adult, $12; Child, $8
Features: Take-outs available, please bring your own container.
Contact: For more information contact the Parish Center at 315-782-1190

SEASON OF CREATION
Cape Vincent - Come join us to celebrate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi; enjoy the beauties of God’s Living Water and share ways to be better stewards of this precious gift of WATER .(Ezekiel 47:9,12)
Date: Oct. 4
Time: 1 p.m. to 3
Place: Missionaries of the Sacred Heart Camp Dablon Point, 27393 Hetzler Dr.
Features: Prayer, Reflection on “Water” by Lee Willbanks from Talking Rivers, quiet time along the Water, sharing with others and Autumn snacks. Come with an open mind and an open heart. Sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph Faith and Ecology Committee.
Contact: For more info., contact Sr. Bethany Fitzgerald srbethssj@gmail.com/315-212-6592

HOLY HOUR AND DIVINE MERCY 
Houseville - Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament and the Divine Mercy Chaplet will be observed the first Sunday of the month. 
Date: Oct. 4
Time: Following 11 a.m. Mass 
Place: St. Hedwig’s Church 
Contact: 315-348-6260 

SPAGHETTI & MEATBALL DINNER 
Evans Mills – The Indian River Council 7471 Knights of Columbus will be having a spaghetti & meatball dinner. 
Date: Oct. 10
Time: 4 p.m. to 7 
Place: St. Mary’s Parish Center 
Cost: Adults, $12; Seniors, $10; Children 12 and under, $5; under 5, Free; Sauce or meatballs available for $6 per quart
Contact: For more information call 315-629-4678 

HARVEST DINNER
Constableville – St. Mary’s Altar and Rosary Society to have their annual drive thru take out Turkey Harvest Dinner.
Date: Oct. 11
Time: 10:30 a.m. until gone
Place: St. Mary’s Church
Cost: $15

PANCAKE BREAKFAST 
Carthage – Pancake Breakfast to be held in support of Augustinian Academy, sponsored by the Carthage K of C Father John Cosmic #291 and Ave Maria Circle. 
Date: Oct. 11
Time: 8 a.m. to noon 
Place: St. James Community Room 
Cost: Adults, $10; Seniors, $8; Children under 10, $5; Family of 4, $30 
Menu: Scrambled Eggs, Pancakes, French Toast, Ham, Sausage, Baked Goods, Juice, and Coffee 
Contact: For more information call 315-493-3224 

HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS
Watertown - The Commissioned Lay Ministry Association of the Jefferson-Lewis Deanery Presents “The Role of The Church in Human Trafficking”.  Mass, dinner and presentation to be held.
Date: Oct. 15
Time: 5:15 p.m. Welcoming remarks, 5:30 p.m. Mass, followed by dinner and presentation
Place: Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church
Cost: $15 per person if attending dinner, no charge if registering for the program only
Features: Presentation led by Sr. Bethany Fitzgerald, SSJ
Contact: Register for the dinner and the program ($15) or program only there is no charge, at: www.rcdony.org/clm-event

BASKET RAFFLE
Houseville - St. Hedwig's Society will hold its Annual Themed Basket Raffles to benefit church outreach and repairs at St. Hedwig's Church.
Schedule: The raffles will be held on the following Sundays: Oct. 11,18 and 25 after the celebration of the 11 a.m. Mass. No tickets will be sold during Mass. Themed Baskets and a handmade quilt will be on display and raffle tickets may be purchased in the church hall from noon to 1 p.m. on the above Sundays. The final drawings for the baskets will be on Oct. 25, at approximately 1 p.m. A bake sale and a limited kielbasa sandwich luncheon will also be featured on October 25th. The drawing for the handmade quilt will take place during the church Christmas party.

DISCERNMENT GROUPS
The Diocese of Ogdensburg is pleased to announce the launch of Men’s Discernment Groups beginning this September. These gatherings are an opportunity for men who are feeling called to explore the possibility of priesthood, deepen their prayer life, and walk with others who are discerning God’s will.
Place: Plattsburgh – led by Father Doug Schirmer; Canton – led by Father Scott Belina; Watertown – led by Father Carter Pierce
Features: Whether you are actively discerning a vocation to the priesthood or simply seeking clarity in your spiritual life, you are warmly invited to participate. More information, including meeting dates and registration details, will follow soon.
Contact: For more information contact Deacon Garry Stevens, gstevens@rcdony.org or 315-854-6158

DOVS EVENT
Norfolk - The Diocese of Ogdensburg Vocation Society (DOVS) is sponsoring an event that will include a Mass, a free luncheon and talk.
Date: Sept. 22
Time: Mass begins at 11 a.m. with lunch and talk to follow
Place: Church of the Visitation Parish
Features: Talk by diocesan vocation director, Fr. Matthew Conger. The talk is entitled, Promoting Vocations Is Everyone's Business: What Can I Do? All are welcome!
Contact: Let Connie know by email at connierandall47@yahoo.com or by phone at 315-783-0574 no later than Sept. 17th if you wish to attend.

HIGHSCHOOL LEADERSHIP WEEKEND
Saranac Lake – Highschool Leadership weekend to be held for teens entering 9th to 12th grade.
Date: Sept. 25 – 27
Place: Camp Guggenheim
Cost: $150, Financial Aid available
Features: Spend an unforgettable weekend growing in faith, building friendships, enjoying outdoor adventure, and learning from inspiring Catholic leaders.
Contact: To register and find out more information go to www.rcdony.org/leadership

BLUE MASS
Black River – Bishop Terry R. LaValley cordially invites all Police, Corrections, Fire and EMS Personnel to the Diocese of Ogdensburg Blue Mass.
Date: Sept. 27
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Place: St. Paul’s Church
Features: The Blue Mass is the Church’s way to offer thanksgiving to God for the dedication and sacrifices made by the men and women of Fire, EMS, Corrections, Law Enforcement and Communications. First Responders, their families and all the faithful are invited to attend this Sunday celebration. Uniforms are encouraged but not required.
Contact: Questions can be addressed to Father Chris Carrara, Blue Mass Committee Chair at info@rcdony.org or by phone at 315-393-2920.

DYING WITH CHRIST, LIVING WITH HOPE
Plattsburgh - When we make a commitment to die with Christ, we can truly live with hope. Learn about the new Physician Assisted Suicide law and how MAID has progressed throughout Canada.
Date: Sept. 29
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Place: St. Peter’s Emmaus Room
Cost: $10 donation, includes lunch
Features: Discussions feature theologians and healthcare professionals giving perspectives on suffering, grief, dying and our Christian duty to care.  The day will include guest speaker Jessica Rodgers, coalition director of Patients Rights Action Fund.
Contact: Registration online at: https://www.rcdony.org.livingwithhope For more information contact cminer@rcdony.org

MIDDLE SCHOOL WEEKEND
Saranac Lake - Join us for an exciting weekend at Camp Guggenheim designed just for middle school students, entering 6th to 8th grade.
Date: Oct. 2 to 4
Place: Camp Guggenheim
Cost: $100, Financial Aid Available
Features: Experience fun outdoor activities, high-energy games, inspiring talks, praise and worship, prayer, and new friendships—all while discovering how much God loves you. Whether you're coming with friends or meeting new ones, Middle School Impact Weekend is the perfect opportunity to grow in faith, have an amazing time, and make memories that will last long after the weekend ends.
Contact: To register and find out more information go to www.rcdony.org/msleadership

LIFECHAIN
National Life Chain Sunday to be held. Join in the annual peaceful, prayerful, public, pro-life witness to the sanctity of life. Rain or shine. Signs will be provided.
Date: Oct 4
Schedule: Gouverneur - St. James Church Line up along Main Street, 12 p.m. Contact: Brandy, prinnygrl@aol.com; Massena - Main Street & Rt. 37, 2:30 p.m. to 3:30, Contact: Fr. Mark Reilly, mreilly@rcdony.org; Plattsburgh - Smithfield Blvd., 1 p.m. to 2, Contact:  Deacon Lushia, lushiak@gmail.com; Potsdam -  Pick up signs in St. Mary’s Community Room. Gather for prayer at 12:50 in public parking lot across from Roxy Theatre, Line up along Main Street. 1 p.m. to 2. Contact: Hattie, campusministrysm@gmail.com; Saranac Lake - Meet at Bandshell/Riverside Park, line up along River Street 2:30 p.m. to 3:30, Contact: Colleen, cminer@rcony.org; Watertown - Public Square, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., (please note this location will be held on Oct. 3), Contact: BetiAnn Honan,     bhonan51@gmail.com
Contact: www.lifechain.org for more information

RACHELS VINEYARD
Saranac Lake - Are you or a friend suffering after abortion? You aren't alone. Join others for a weekend of hope and healing.
Date: Oct. 9 -11
Place: Guggenheim Lodge
Cost: $150 includes lodging, food and all retreat materials. Scholarships available.
Contact: Confidential online registration at www.rcdony.org/pro-life/rv-retreat For more information: Colleen Miner Email: cminer@rcdony.org Phone Number: 518-524-0774

HEALING RETREAT
Ogdensburg – This year’s Annual Our Lady of the Rosary Healing Retreat will have the theme of Love Heals.
Date: Oct. 8 – 11
Place: Wadhams Hall
Features: The Presenter will be Sonja Corbitt. Do not waste another day. Stop the pain. Love heals. John Paul the Great said, “Suffering unleashes love,” because we only ever find Jesus and His love in our wounds. Sonja Corbitt has been teaching people how to acknowledge and open their woundedness to God’s love for over 17 years as a leader in the Catholic Church and Scripture teaching space. You may know her as the Catholic Evangelista through her speaking, writing, and podcasting. 
Contact: Space is limited and Register today: https://www.rcdony.org/ourlady.  For more information contact Kathleen Nichols kmsnichols1163@gmail.com

JOURNEY WITH CHRIST
Norfolk - All catechists and parish leaders are invited to join us for Journey with Christ, a Fall LEAD event.
Date: Oct. 17
Time: 9:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Features: Journey with Christ to learn how parishes can nurture faith across every stage of life while building stronger family and ministry connections among the wider parish community. No fee. Speaker: Dr. Steven Serafin, of Faith and Family Life Catholic Ministries. Please bring a bagged lunch.
Contact: Register at www.rcdony.org/journey For more information contact Anita Soltero, asoltero@rcdony.org; 518-310-3669

SURVIVING DIVORCE
Canton - The Family Life Office will be offering the Surviving Divorce program again starting in late February.
Time: Meeting dates and times will be determined by the needs of the participants.
Cost: The program is free but we happily accept $25 donations to offset the cost of materials.
Features: Surviving Divorce features twelve video presentations that cover topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, dealing with children and a former spouse, and annulment and remarriage. This program is for the newly separated and divorced and those still struggling with issues many years later. It will help them find answers to their questions, restore their hope, and begin authentic healing.
Contact: To register, go to https://www.rcdony.org/survivingdivorce. For more information, contact Steve Tartaglia at 315-393-2920.

FOSTER GRANDPARENT  
Foster Grandparents are role models, mentors and friends to children with exceptional needs. The program provides a way for volunteers age 55 and over to stay active by serving children and youth in their communities. They are placed in a classroom serving with a child or children who are in need of emotional support, development of basic learning skills, friendship, companionship, encouragement, individual attention and unhurried help. The program currently has 40 volunteers and serves more than 100 kids per year. To volunteer in this program, you can live in one of the following counties. Franklin, Essex County, Clinton County, St. Lawrence County or Jefferson County
Contact: Melissa Howard, Volunteer Coordinator at (518) 359-7688 or E-mail: mhoward@cathcharities.org 

SIDEWALK ADVOCATES FOR LIFE 
Experience Sidewalk Advocated for Life’s new virtual basic training 2.0. 
Features: Sidewalk Advocates for Life employs peaceful, prayerful, loving, and law-abiding outreach outside of abortion centers to aid mothers in crisis and connect them with life-affirming resources in the effort to save their preborn children and end abortion. By God’s grace, this effort has witnessed over 9,000 women turn around at abortion centers and CHOOSE LIFE! 
Contact: To get started, YOU’RE INVITED to fill out the brief application at sidewalkadvocates.org/trainingapp. Upon receipt, we’ll be in touch with next steps for accessing the online training.