Office Information
St. Mary Parish
95 N. Main St
Canandaigua, NY 14424
585.394.1220
Open M-F 8:30am-4:30pm
Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil Mass
5:00pm
Sunday
7:30am, 9:00am, 11:30am,
6:00pm
Monday/Wednesday/Friday
6:45am, 9:00am
Tuesday/Thursday
6:45am, 8:00am
Saturday
8:00am
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Contact Trixie Meteyer tmeteyer@dor.org (585) 394-1220, x 12 St. Mary’s Adult Choir sings at the 11:30 Sunday morning Mass each week during the school year, and for special liturgies. Rehearsals are Wednesday nights in the church. In addition to leading the congregational singing, the choir prepares special four-part anthems to sing during the prelude time or for Communion. New singers are always welcome!
Contact Dawn Burdick dburdick@dor.org 394-1220, x 39 It is the primary job of the altar server to help the priest during Mass. A server helps by doing specific tasks and by setting an example for the congregation by participating in liturgy (singing the hymns, responding to the prayers, etc), by looking “alert” and by sitting or standing at the appropriate times. It may seem like a simple job, but it is a very important ministry. Training sessions are offered periodically. This ministry is open to anyone in grades 4 – 12. New servers are always welcome.
Contact Trixie Meteyer tmeteyer@dor.org (585) 394-1220, x 12 Our Bell Choir is in its fourth year, and new members will be accepted as vacancies occur. We rehearse on Thursday nights and members are teenagers and older. This is a wonderful chance for folks who love music but don’t feel they can sing, to participate in our music ministry! Contact Trixie to put your name on a list.
Contact Trixie Meteyer tmeteyer@dor.org (585) 394-1220, x 12 Our junior bell choir is for students in grades 4 – 8. It is available if there is enough interest
CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORD Contact Deacon Claude clester@dor.org (585) 394-1220, x 15 At the 9 AM Sunday Eucharistic celebration, children ages 3 – grade 3 are welcomed to attend a CHILD CHURCH in Dougherty Hall as the rest of the faith community hears the Scripture and the homily proclaimed. The children have conversation and activity about the day’s Scripture readings on their own level. Children rejoin their families for the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
Contact Elaine Radcliffe Eucharistic Ministers assist in distributing Holy Communion at Sunday Masses and Holy Days. Some Eucharistic Ministers help in bringing Holy Communion to the nursing homes and health facilities. Call the Parish Office for more information. (585) 394-1220
FAITH FORMATION Contact Deacon Claude clester@dor.org (585) 394-1220, x 15 Sessions for students grades pre-K through grade 8 are offered weekly on Sunday mornings, Monday and Wednesday after school from late September through Lent. Family, lectionary-based learning is supported with the weekly "Families at Five” and "Families at Ten" programs, preceding the 6 PM Sunday liturgy, and the "You've Got Mail" online program. Programs of sacramental preparation for Reconciliation (each fall, with parent involvement), Eucharist (each winter/spring, with parent involvement) and Confirmation (offered twice each academic year, with sponsor involvement) are offered on weeknight evenings.
FINANCE COMMITTEE Contact Father Mull fmull@dor.org (585) 394-1220, x 11 The Finance Committee is comprised of the pastor, trustees, representatives of Parish Council and parish at large who meet 3-4 times per year and who oversee with the pastor the routine and unexpected expenses.
Contact Jeanne Guastaferro St. Mary’s Folk Group invites you to celebrate in song at the 9 AM Mass each Sunday. New members are welcome. Contact the Parish Office to be connected with Jeanne Guastaferro (394-1220). “Song is the sign of the heart’s joy.”
GIFT-GIVING TREE Contact Mary Ellen Gysel Christmas outreach, in conjunction with the work of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, coordinates a gift-giving tree project in December of food and presents to families, people in nursing homes and local shelters. Contact the Parish Office to be put in touch with Mary Elle Gysel (394-1220).
HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE Contact Bernadette Strada As a sub-committee of PARISH LIFE, this group reaches out to new comers to welcome them to our parish community and to help them learn about the range of parish activities that we provide. Contact the Parish Office to be put in touch with Bernadette Strada (394-1220).
INTERPARISH VISITATION PROGRAM Contact Deacon Claude clester@dor.org (585) 394-1220, x 15 Now in its fifth year of implementation, the hope is that an all-inclusive, expansive and shared ministry of laity and clergy be developed in the region so that all Catholics – whether hospitalized, in a healthcare facility, a senior living center, hospice or homebound – have the opportunity for consistent and regular pastoral visits from someone representing their Catholic community with the hope of connecting them to their own parish community. Training is offered each year and monthly follow-up sessions are provided.
Contact Trixie Meteyer tmeteyer@dor.org (585) 394-1220, x 12 Joyful Noise is the parish children’s choir for youngsters in grades 2 – 5. We rehearse Wednesday afternoons from 3:30 – 4:30 PM from September through Pentecost and sing about once a month at selected liturgies. We welcome new children who are committed to a regular schedule of rehearsals and worship.
Contact Sharon Henry Lectors assist in proclaiming God’s Word during liturgical celebrations. At this time we have an adequate number of lectors. If interested in serving in the future, please let us know. Contact the Parish Office to be put in touch with Sharon Henry (394-1220).
LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY Contact Harry Patrick Legislative Advocacy, working with the diocesan Public Policy Committee or our parish Witnessing with the Poor subcommittee, presents issues to the local faith community based on principles of Catholic Social Teaching to advocate for human dignity, economic justice and to promote the common good. To achieve these ends we advocate for a more effective government, responsive to the wishes of the people and to cooperate with other community organizations in working to achieve an improved quality of life for all regardless of racial, ethnic or cultural differences. Contact the Parish Office to be put in touch with Harry Patrick
LITURGY COMMITTEE Contact Father Mull fmull@dor.org (585) 394-1220, x 11 The St. Mary’s Liturgy committee meets five times a year. It is responsible for the on-going scheduling of Liturgical Ministers. Members are active in seasonal planning and review. They also serve as catalyst to parish worship.
LITURGICAL MINISTERS Contact Father Mull fmull@dor.org (585) 394-1220, x 11 Recognizing the call of the Second Vatican Council for “full, active participation,” St. Mary’s invites her members to share in the liturgical ministries of: Usher / Greeters Lector / Reader Choir / Cantor Folk Group member Eucharistic minister Children’s Liturgy leader Youth altar servers
MARTHA’S SERVERS Contact Valerie Haynes vhaynes@dor.org (585) 394-4590 Martha’s Servers extends sympathy and support to families and arranges a reception in Dougherty Hall after funerals.
MEDIA TEAM Contacts Jack Joyce and Michelle Fernaays A sub-committee of Social Ministry, the Media Team prepares various media materials for showing to appropriate audiences that promote the spiritual meaning and mission of our faith community as well as educate the members of our parish and those beyond of the many volunteer activities of the people of St. Mary’s Church. Contact the Parish Office to be put in touch with Jack Joyce or Michelle Fernaays.
OPERATION RICE BOWL Contact Deacon Claude clester@dor.org (585) 394-1220, x 15 Operation Rice Bowl is a Lenten program which encourages persons to fast, pray and directly assist the poor in our country and overseas. Sponsored by Catholic Relief Services, funding supports agricultural enterprises. The goal of all ORB projects is to improve the quality of life of the most vulnerable: the poor.
PARISH COUNCIL Contact Brenda Abel, Council President Parish Council serves in an advisory capacity to the pastor and staff of St. Mary’s. It tries to make Christ more fully present in all who take part in our faith community. In May, new members are chosen through a selection process. Contact the Parish Office to be put in touch with Brenda Abel (394-1220).
Contact Valerie Haynes vhaynes@dor.org (585) 398-2934 Volunteering to help at the annual St. Mary’s Summer Festival is a great way to meet fellow parishioners and make new friends. You can work in one of the many booths, bake a cake, help set up, clean up or work at the lawn sale. You will have fun showing your support for St. Mary’s. So, come share your time and talent with us.
PARISH HEALTH AND WELLNESS Contact Chickie Ernst Following the example of Jesus and mindful of our Lord’s commands, we shall strive to support the people of St. Mary’s community in their quest to be well. Parish Health (exploring in conjunction with F.F. Thompson Wellness Center and St. Mary’s parishioners who are in health-related professions) provides services, training and educational materials on common health and wellness issues which face our members today. Monthly blood pressure screenings after weekend liturgies are one of the on-going services. Contact the Parish Office to be put in touch with Chickie Ernst (394-1220).
Contact Valerie Haynes vhaynes@dor.org (585) 394-1220, x 24 Parish Life is the building of family spirit in St. Mary’s faith community. It involves social activities such as: dinners, outings and movies. Events are aimed at creating the realization that we are not just a parish, but a family.
PRAYER CIRCLE Contact Eugenia (Jean) McLouth tmclouth@juno.com The Prayer Circle is dedicated to providing comfort through prayers for people with special needs or requests. We update the list monthly through e mail, telephone or regular mail. There is a comfort and connection felt knowing your needs are being cared for through extra prayer. Email Jean to belong or request prayers.
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) RCIC (Rite of Christian Initiation of Children) Contact Marie Fischette mfischette@dor.org (585) 394-1220, x 37 The RCIA is a four-step process within the parish’s life aimed at welcoming new adult members into the faith community and renewing the spiritual life of current members. Sessions are held on Sunday mornings from mid-August through Pentecost for those coming into the church with their sponsors. Community participation takes place through prayer support, and service, through being a presenter, dismissal leader and hospitality. The RCIC is for children ages 7-16.
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION Contact Deacon Claude clester@dor.org (585)394-1220, x 15 BAPTISM sessions for couples anticipating their first child are offered every other month. RECONCILIATION preparation is offered for families in anticipation of their child’s First Reconciliation. CONFIRMATION preparation involving candidate and sponsor is offered on a planning group level each fall and winter/spring. EUCHARIST preparation is offered for families in anticipating of their child’s First Communion. MARRIAGE preparation is offered by the clergy person who will officiate at the couple’s exchange of vows.
ST. MARY’S SCHOOL & ADVISORY COUNCIL Contact Ann Marie Deutsch adeutsch@dor.org (585) 394-4300 St. Mary’s School, in partnership with parents and community, provides our students with the highest quality education based on Catholic family values. St. Mary’s challenges students to reach their fullest potential and encourages them to lead by example. All are welcome. Plan a visit.
Contact Judy Smith St. Vincent de Paul Society assists families and individuals in the greater Canandaigua area by providing short-term and emergency assistance. We welcome new members who could choose to volunteer either in the: 1. Food Voucher Room (where gift certificates to a local grocery store are given for those needing food) or 2. Clothing Room (where clothes, household items and toys are given - free of charge - to the needy) 3. Assistance with Christmas baskets, sorting, packing, distribution Contact the Parish Office to be put in touch with Judy Smith (394-1220).
SCRIPTURE STUDY Contact Deacon Claude clester@dor.org (585)394-1220, x 15 Studies of particular Books of the Bible, overview of Scripture or anticipation of the Scripture readings for the upcoming Sunday liturgical celebration form the focus of sessions throughout the year.
SOCIAL MINISTRY COMMITTEE Contact Cecilia Colosi Mary Ellen Gysel The Social Ministry Committee reflects the Gospel message by carrying out the Corporal Works of Mercy. Meetings provide a forum for small groups to share information and needs as well as to participate in decisions of the large group as a whole. The subcommittees (listed separately as PARISH WELLNESS, PRAYER NETWORK, LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY, BEREAVEMENT, FOOD CUPBOARD, MEDIA TEAM, VISITATION, and WITNESSING WITH THE POOR) do the work of promoting social justice and performing works of Christian charity. Contact the Parish Office to be put in touch with Cecilia or Mary Ellen (394-1220).
TITHING COMMITTEE Contact Norah Nolan-Cramer In 1982, our parish community joined the ranks of parishes throughout the country by tithing the first fruits of our offering collection. This tithe has been instrumental in feeding the hungry, supplying clothes, shelter and medicine to the needs, spreading the gospel and many other good works. Contact the Parish Office to be put in touch with Norah (394-1220). “Bring full tithes and dues to the storehouse, so that there may be food in my house and then see if I do not open the flood gates of heaven for you and pour out a blessing for you in abundance.” (Malachi 3:10)
WITNESSING WITH THE POOR Contact Judy Gelinas Witnessing with the Poor presents a series of educational updates – about 5 minutes – to the parishioners at the end of Mass about 4 times per year on subjects deemed important to the poor of the parish, state or nation. Members of the group research particular problems which face our society and suggest an approach to overcome the situation. Past topics have included Child Health Plus, encouraging voter registration and affordable housing. Contact the Parish Office to be put in touch with Judy Gelinas (394-1220).
Contact Dawn Burdick dburdick@dor.org (585)394-1220, x 39 Our desire is to give students from grades 6 – 12 an opportunity to draw closer to God, develop lasting relationships with caring, committed adults and other youth in our parish, and to reach out to other teens in our community. We offer a variety of programs that attempt to accomplish those goals: weekly youth group meetings, semi-annual teen retreats, service opportunities, diocesan and national Catholic events, and much, much, more.
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