The Angels Among Us Food Pantry located at St. John The Evangelist Church in New Hartford is in need of volunteers on:

• November 23th,
• December 7th & 21st.

The pantry provides services to all residents of New Hartford, Washington Mills, Chadwicks, Sauquoit, Cassville and Clayville.

If you are interested in helping please call the St. John’s rectory at (315) 732-8521 from 9:00am - 2:00pm (Monday thru.).

Fall Adult Catechesis Series

Doug and Sheila Ambrose will be leading our parish family through a five week series on Bishop Robert Barron’s, “Catholicism”. This series will take place on Wednesdays at 6:45pm at the Seton Center during the month of October/November immediately following the Wednesday Parish Holy Hour.

Journey Around The World And Deep Into The Catholic Faith...For the first time, in breathtaking and high-definition cinematography, the truth, goodness, and beauty of Catholicism are illustrated in a multimedia experience. Journey with Bishop Robert Barron to more than 50 locations throughout 16 countries. Be illuminated by the spiritual and artistic treasures of this global culture that claims more than one billion of the earth's people, and discover the full meaning of the faith. Bishop Barron's "Catholicism: A Journey to the Heart of Faith" has ten chapters/videos.

This series will meet on the following Wednesdays in November:

• November 20th

All adults are welcome.

For All Teens from the Greater Utica Area: Check our Youth Ministry Nights!

• Who: Teens in grades 7 thru 12 from The Greater Utica Area
• Where: Mary Mother Of Our Savior Parish, Seton Center, 2 Barton Ave, Utica (look for the welcome flag)
• When: Monday evenings 6:30pm - 8:00pm (following the school calendar)
  **Please see the Parish Online Calendar for the Most Updated Schedule. Events and Canceleations**

What are Youth Ministry Nights?

Our Youth Ministry Nights (YMN) consist of games and snacks, followed by a short faith message. Then the teens form small groups to talk about that topic in a safe, honest, authentic way with their peers.

This is a highlight of the night, to hear from peers about the faith, to share doubts and questions and to be lifted up and encouraged in their faith in God, all guided by an adult core team member. Then we go to the chapel for a short prayer service and end with an awesome dinner!

We also make sure to include social nights once a month. Social Nights may include: Movie Nights, Camp Fires, Holiday Parties, Trips/Teen Outings like GetAir, Retreats, Service Opportunities and more...

For information, please reach out to Brittany Wilcox: bwilcox@syrdio.org

Catholic Women Throughout the Area Are Welcome to Join the Catholic Women’s Club. Building New Friendships, Listening To Varied Educational Presentations And Enjoying a Catered Luncheon Are Just A Few of The Wonderful Benefits.

The Club Meets On The 2nd Wednesday of Every Month From September Thru June.

Our Meetings Begin At 12:30pm and Are Located in The Seton Center Of Mary, Mother of Our Savior, Lourdes Campus.

If Interested, Please Contact Barbara Falzarine at (315) 735-5534.

Monthly Memorials for November

• The gift of Bread has been given in memory of Ed Rogowski by Wife and Children
• The gift of Wine has been given in memory of Chief Benny Rotundo by Wife Rita-Ann Rotundo
• The gift of Candles has been given in memory of David Anken by Rose Butler and Ann Anken

Our Diocese has designated November 18th thru November 24th as Safe Environment Week.

Safe Environment Week is a time to acknowledge our clergy, members of the religious orders, diocesan employees, volunteers and so many in our community who work tirelessly together toward a common goal; to prevent sexual abuse not only in our parishes, schools or agencies but in our neighborhoods and communities. We are all responsible for creating a safe environment for children and young people and to make prompt and effective responses to allegations.

On Wednesday, November 20th, Mary Mother of Our Savior Parish will hold a Safe Environment Initial Training for anyone who works with the youth of our diocese in any capacity.

The training will begin at 10:00am in the DePaul Room of the Seton Center.