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Spiritus Christi Church
June 20, 2017
SPECIAL INTENTIONS:
  • Sunday, June 25 at 7:30 pm Mass: Jasper Schneider Martin will be baptized
  • Sunday, June 25 at 9:30 am Mass: 

    • Leo Joshua Mazza will be baptized

    • Benjamin Charles Sadue will be baptized

    • In memory of Carmen Rossi (recently deceased), by the Suglia family

    • In memory of Lucille LaSalle (21st Anniversary of death), by Steve and family


For prayers for your intentions or special needs, contact the Prayer Line at 227-5579 or taffnerjohn@gmail.com 

SCRIPTURES: 
  • June 25: Jeremiah 20: 10-13; Psalm 69: 8-10, 14, 17, 33-35; Romans 5: 12-15; Matthew 10: 26-33
  • July 2:  2 Kings 4: 8-11, 14-16A; Psalm 89: 2-3, 16-19; Romans 6: 3-4, 8-11; Matthew 10: 37-42
     
Last Week's Collection: 
$12,111                                


Dear Friends,

This was a heart-breaking week at Spiritus. We had three young people between the ages of 22 and 32 die suddenly from heroin overdoses. Two of them began their addiction with medication prescribed for pain. Our staff members who work in the fields of social work, medicine, and recovery from addiction tell us addiction to pain medication followed by heroin addiction is a national crisis. It is particularly concerning to know that many medical personnel still believe what they were told in the 1990's - that the pain meds they are prescribing are safe for people to use for extended periods. Since 1999, the amount of prescription drugs prescribed and sold in the United States has nearly quadrupled, yet there has not been an overall change in the amount of pain that Americans report. Research shows that people on opioid pain medications for more than two weeks greatly increase their chances of becoming addicted, and for some, it takes less than two weeks. Here are two important things to know if you have a loved one suffering from addiction to opioid meds or heroin.

1) Narcan is an over-the-counter nasal spray used to treat an opioid overdose in an emergency situation. Having Narcan with you may save the life of your loved one. If you would like to know more about how to use Narcan in case of an emergency, you can contact Maureen Marlow at our Mental Health Center. (It should not be used in place of emergency medical care for an overdose, and there are important guidelines for when and how to use.)

2) While initial use of drugs may be voluntary, it can change to a disease that alters the structure of the brain. These brain changes can be long lasting, and can lead to the harmful behaviors seen in people who abuse drugs. Addiction to drugs is defined as a chronic, relapsing brain disease that is characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use, despite harmful consequences (www.drugabuse.gov). If you find yourself longing for drugs, you need help for recovery. This is a serious situation and not worth trying to go it alone on "willpower." Ask God to guide you, talk to your doctor and attend an NA meeting where you can get support. Know that you are not alone, and there are many others who have found themselves in your situation.

Our hearts are with Larry & Margaret Kroot on the death of their son, Jonathan. We also send our condolences to Terri Murnane and Brian Van Wuyckhuyse on the death of their son, Brian. We give our love to Robyn Whittaker on the death of her son, Jordan.  Our condolences go to the family of Todd Hummel. We send our love to the family of Joe Dentino whose funeral will be this Friday at Northridge Church at 11 am. Our hearts are with Eric Tadio on the death of his wife, Rosalie. We give our condolences to Pat and Dennis Bowles on the death of their mother, Rose. We remember the family of Vivian Kuitems, sister of Ralph (Jane) Kuitems and sister-in-law of Jack Timmons. And this Saturday, June 24, we will celebrate a Resurrection Mass at 1:30 pm for Paul Peterson, husband of Charlotte Barnard.
 
The first SUMMER MASS IN THE PARK will be Tuesday, June 27, at Sycamore Lodge in Ellison Park. Mass begins at 6 pm, followed by a dish-to-pass picnic supper. Hot dogs will be provided. If you are new to the parish, this will be a good way to get to know people and feel more part of the community.

Join Rev. Myra for tennis at Cobbs Hill on Tuesday mornings at 10 am!

Happy summer!

Rev. Mary


 


OTHER NEWS


Cafe! Cafe! Fair-trade Chiapan coffee will be available for purchase after Masses on June 24/25 on our drink-now-pay-later plan. Thank you again for helping to provide a living wage to the growers on the highlands of Chiapas, Mexico. Muchas gracias!

Spirit Singers Walk-in Choir: Rehearsals on Sunday, July 2, and Sunday, July 16, at 8:30 am at Hochstein Recital Hall for the 9:30 am Mass on Sunday, July 30. If you are planning to join the walk-in choir, please send an email to spiritsingers121@gmail.com.

PRIDE PARADE :  Saturday, July 15, at 1 pm. Bring family and friends! Wear colorful clothes! Create a sign expressing God's love and solidarity. Be inclusive. We line up at noon. The parade begins near Alexander Street and Park Avenue, rolls along Park Avenue to Culver Road and ends at Cobbs Hill Park. If you would like to drive a vehicle or have questions, call or text Judy Misiurewicz at 585-313-2032. Join the celebration!

FROM THE MOTHER EARTH COMMUNITY:
The best way to care for our mother earth is to get to know her better. You can do this by joining the outdoor activities that Spiritus is sponsoring, led by Mark Potter. They are the Canal Bike Rides on 6/23 and 8/4 at 10 am (meet on the Canal Path in front of Schoen Place with your bike, water, and helmet) and noon Mass and River Walk on Wednesdays 7/19, 8/23 (attend Mass and then enjoy a 3-mile walk through downtown and along the river). 
We are taking the month of July off. We will resume our meetings on the first Monday in August. 

FROM THE COMMUNITY:
Dan and Carolyn Guilfoyle are hosting a Chinese high school student. It is such an enriching experience that they want to make the same opportunity available for others. Stipends are available. Please call Dan or Carolyn at 585-442-5857.  





CALENDAR

SATURDAY, JUNE 24
  • 5 pm: Mass at Spiritus (Ensemble)

SUNDAY, JUNE 25
  • 7:30 am: Mass at Spiritus (Ensemble)
  • 9:30 am: Mass at Hochstein (Gospel)

 

MONDAY, JUNE 26
  • 12:10 pm: Mass at Spiritus - Chapel
  • 6:30 pm: SCC - Friendship Room
  • 6:30 pm: SPARC Meeting - Rev. Myra's office
  • 7 pm: Course in Miracles - Nielsen Room
 
TUESDAY, JUNE 27
  • 10 am: Tennis with Rev. Myra - Cobbs Hill
  • 12:10 pm: Mass at Immanuel Baptist Church (Contemporary)
  • 6 pm: Mass in the Park - Ellison Park, Sycamore Lodge

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28
  • 12:10 pm: Mass at Spiritus - Chapel (Harp)
  • 1-6 pm: Living Room - Nielsen Room 

THURSDAY, JUNE 29
  • 7 pm: Mass at Spiritus - (Thursday Night Musicians)

FRIDAY, JUNE 30
  • 12:10 pm: Mass at Spiritus - Chapel

SATURDAY, JULY 1
  • 5 pm: Mass at Spiritus (Gospel)

SUNDAY, JULY  2
  • 7:30 am: Mass at Spiritus (Ensemble)
  • 9:30 am: Mass at Hochstein (Ensemble)
  • 11:30 am: Speaking from the Heart - Upstairs Dining Room
      

                 		                     

LITURGIES
all services at Spiritus,
except as noted

Saturday, 5 pm: Sanctuary

Sunday, 7:30 am: Sanctuary

Sunday, 9:30 am:
Hochstein
Music School
(interpreted)
nursery care available
Monday, 12:10 pm: Chapel

Tuesday, 12:10 pm:
Immanuel Baptist Church

Wednesday, 12:10 pm: Chapel

Thursday, 7 pm:
Sanctuary

Friday, 12:10 pm: Chapel

LOCATIONS

Spiritus Christi:
121 N. Fitzhugh Street
Rochester

Hochstein:
50 N. Plymouth Avenue
Rochester

Immanuel:
815 Park Avenue
Rochester


PASTORAL TEAM 
Jesus Christ, Senior Pastor
Rev. Mary Ramerman, Pastor 
Rev. James Callan, Associate Pastor 
Rev. Myra Brown, Associate Pastor
Mark Potter, Director, Religious Ed & Family Minister 
Lauren Urzetta, Youth Minister 
Siobhan Potter, Youth Minister 
Mike Ramich, Business Administrator  
Ruth Cowing, Administrative Assistant 
Elaine West, Administrative Assistant 
Yunjin Audrey Kim, Music Minister, Spirit Singers 
Paul Boutte, Music Minister, Gospel Choir 
Jim Ramerman, Music Minister, Thursday Night Musicians

WEDDINGS: 
Lisa Moretto & Lori Marra, Wedding Preparation
8-month period of preparation; contact 325-1180 or scmarriageprep@gmail.com

BAPTISMS:
call the Spiritus office, 325-1180 to register
 
SPIRITUS CHRISTI OUTREACHES  
Chiapas, Mexico Mission: Ritaclare & Mike Streb, 621-5435 
Grace of God Recovery House: Sr. Margie Henninger, 766-0683 
Mental Health Center: Maureen Marlow, 325-1180 
Prison Outreach @ Jennifer House: Sarah Lee, 288-1074 
Prison Outreach @ Nielsen House: Wanda Johnson, 328-0801
Prison Outreach @ Offices: Sharon Castronovo & Jim Smith: 288-0504
Spiritus Haiti (H.O.P.E.): 262-3370  
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121 N. Fitzhugh Street, Rochester, NY 14614

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