Mary Magdalene Church is an inclusive church in the Catholic tradition where people from all faiths and backgrounds are welcome to the Lord’s table. We strive to live the values that Jesus taught, to honor and respect each individual and to share the joy of God’s unconditional love in our community and beyond. | | Service Comes in Many Forms! | | |
Greetings!
What is service? Service comes in many shapes and forms. At our recent Parish Community Forum, we heard powerful stories of how members of our community serve both Mary Magdalene Church and the wider Rochester area. Some volunteer in soup kitchens or at food distribution centers and some play music for hospital patients. Others attend prayer vigils for victims of violence, care for the church grounds, decorate our sanctuary, serve on the Board, or help prepare the church for worship on Sundays and welcome friends with a hot cup of coffee afterwards.
Service is woven into the fabric of who we are. Every act, whether seen or unseen, large or small, makes a real impact on the lives of others. And service doesn’t always happen in a group setting. For those who prefer quieter or more independent ways of giving back, there are many meaningful opportunities: writing notes of care, tending a garden bed, preparing a meal, knitting a prayer shawl, or offering behind‑the‑scenes help that strengthens our shared life.
Soon we’ll be inviting volunteers to represent our Mary Magdalene community in the Pride Parade and to help staff our table at the Pride Picnic. These are joyful, visible ways to share our welcome, affirmation, and support with our LGBTQ+ family and neighbors.
Keep an eye out for more details in the coming weeks. We will be looking for:
- Parade participants — walking or riding as part of our group
- Picnic volunteers — friendly faces to help host the Mary Magdalene Church vendor table.
However you offer your time, gifts, or presence, you are helping to build a more compassionate and connected community and we appreciate you!
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Do you have someone you want us to pray for?
To add someone to the prayer list, contact: Sue Gerber
We will include your prayer request in our Prayers of the People for two weeks. If you'd like us to continue praying for the same need longer, please just send an email to Sue! We'll be happy to do so.
If you'd like to join our team of "pray-ers" and be notified where there are
prayer needs, please send an email to Sue Gerber.
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Carole Aubele
Modina
Jackie Cline
Jessica Stevens
Stacie
Steve Korn
Bert Balt
Carol Ryan
Maggie Finucane
The Hauck Family
The Long Family
The Virginia Combs Family
Christine
Sandra
Vic & Joann Corso
Ben
Sandra
Jon
Sam & Bill
Logan
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Brett
Peter Tauriello
Kevin Joseph
Kathy Lynch
Margaret Hill
Lynne
Paris
Hannah Zehner
Dom & Kathy Vedora
Nancy & Scottie
Mary Tantillo
Sue Winstel
Marty Martelli
All victims of violence
All who struggle with mental illness, suicidal thoughts, and addiction
For those we’ve promised to pray for, and for those with no one to pray for them.
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~This Sunday's Mass will be said in loving memory of Viola Diehl, the Mother of Barb Diehl and Joyce Price, the beloved wife of Joe McGuire~
If you would like to schedule a Mass intention—whether in memory of a loved one or in honor of a special occasion—please contact the parish office.
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~Sunday Service Volunteers~
Lector: Margie Payne
Musicians: Kathy English, Bob Pizzutiello, Randy Jones
LivestreamTechnician: Kathy McIntyre
Sacristans: Michael Haddix
Prayers of the People: Joyce Martelli
Eucharistic Ministers: Joyce Martelli, Joyce Haag
Coffee hour: Potluck!
Coffee Hour Cleanup: Helpers Needed!
Sound Technician: Ted Shawe
Collection Counter: Kristin Anderson
Join us for Sunday Mass at 10AM in-person and online.
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Zoom Coffee Hour after Mass for our online friends!
(Meeting ID: 832 9282 3896 Passcode: 033975 if prompted)
If you are interested in volunteering for one of the ministries above,
or in any other way, just let us know.
Email Sue or Rev. Celie about how you can help, and THANK YOU!
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Blessing Box
Our Blessing Box is running low on staple items. If you’re able to help, we’ve put together a short list of the most‑needed shelf‑stable foods and hygiene supplies for Spring here.
Thank you for supporting our neighbors with generosity and care!
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Annual MMC Picnic
Grab an informational flyer after Mass and mark your calendar for our annual parish picnic on Sunday, June 14, at Eyer Park in the Marvel Pavilion (East Rochester).
The church will provide hotdogs, veggie dogs, and hamburgers, and we’ll enjoy live music by Bob Pizzutiello and the Indigo Breeze band, plus a great mix of games for all ages.
Please RSVP by June 7th to the picnic committee listed on the flyer or to Linda Brasley, including your food choice and the number attending.
Bring along a dish to pass, a lawn chair, plates/utensils, and your own beverages. Pop‑up tents and games are welcome as well!
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Pentecost Sunday
May 24th
Trans Parent Group
May 24th in the Gathering Room (first floor) 12:00-1:00 PM.
Memorial Day
May 25th - office will be closed for the holiday.
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~Things to do in the Community~
The offerings listed below are brought to us by members of our community who want you to know what is available! Contact information is always provided so that you can find out more. Please know these offerings do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of Mary Magdalene Church.
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Peace in a Chaotic World - Hybrid/Silent Retreat
May 22 and 23 at Notre Dame Retreat House 5151 Foster Road, Canandaigua, NY. Cost: $130.00 for a single room and 3 meals. We will spend the majority of our time in silence but, there will be optional short time periods that can be spent in group meditation and discussion. Click here for more information. If interested...text Dori 585-750-2557 . Checks should be sent to 53 Creek Ridge, Pittsford, NY 14534 by April 30th. All are welcome!
SHOW UP......STAND UP FOR DEMOCRACY
Join other peacemakers every Friday at 12 Corners in Brighton for one hour from 5-6pm. Stand with others and use your First Amendment rights for one hour! Make a sign, bring a sign or borrow one there. It is one thing you can actively do to make a difference for yourself and the community at large. Contact Donna if you have any questions.
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Become a Member of Mary Magdalene Church!
Have you been worshiping with us regularly but haven’t yet registered as a member of our Mary Magdalene Church community? We warmly invite you to take this meaningful step. Registration forms are available at both entrances to the church, or you can fill out an online form here.
If you are new to our community we'd like to get to know you! Send us your name and favorite thing (food, activity, anything!) and Kathy Mrzywka will make you a personalized name tag! Click here to request a name tag.
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Looking for a Way to Serve on Sundays?
We have many ministries that need your gifts! Whether as an Usher, Eucharistic Minister, Lector, Livestream volunteer, or more, each role is easy to learn and comes with full training. Serving is a beautiful way to deepen your faith, connect with others, and support our parish community.
If you feel called to join, please reach out to Rev. Celie, Dcn. Betty, or Sue for more information. Your presence makes a difference to all!
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~Ways to Give to MMC~
Thank you, as always, for your generosity! We have numerous ways you can choose to donate. You can use the button below to make a one-time or recurring donation, or you can contact our Office Administrator, Sue Gerber, to set up ongoing support.
If you are at least 73 years old and take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) from your IRA each year, consider donating some of those funds as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) to Mary Magdalene Church and enjoy some tax savings at the same time!
Donate your returnables to our Can Shack located in our parking lot. Just bag your bottles and cans in a regular kitchen garbage bag, making sure they are empty and clean, and place them in the secure opening whenever you are here! Every bag makes a difference!
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April Income
Collections: $25,877.00
Donations for Room Use: $160.00
Emergency Fund/Memorial Donations: $610.00
Rummage Sale: $6,156.00
Bottle Collection: $265.00
Capital Campaign: $2,500.00
| | ~Weekly Services at Mary Magdalene Church~ | | |
Watch last Sunday's Mass on Facebook or YouTube here! Join us any day or time you like. And let us know you are watching by leaving comments in the FB chat!
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~Wednesday Reflection~
Come to church for prayer, communion and reflection every Wednesday from 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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~Thursday Morning Contemplative Prayer~
All are welcome every Thursday from 7:30-8:30 am
either in-person or via Zoom!
Join us for meditative music, reflective readings, silent contemplative prayer & communion. Please use the parking lot door and join us in the Gathering Room (former library).
On Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83450495341
Meeting ID: 834 5049 5341 The Passcode is 'presence'.
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~Sunday Morning Mass~
Join us in-person at 1008 Main St. in East Rochester, NY or join us virtually every Sunday at 10 am on Facebook Live or YouTube!
~Join Us on Zoom~
Coffee Hour After Mass on Sunday at 11:00 am
Meeting ID: 832 9282 3896 Passcode: 033975
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Bulletin Announcements
If you would like to include social justice opportunities and community activities in the weekly bulletin update, email Sue by 5 pm on Wednesday.
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Church Office Hours
In general, our church is open the following hours:
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 10-3 pm*
*Please note: These hours may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Please contact the office by phone or email to confirm.
Rev. Celie's hours and contact info:
Phone: 315-538-4910
In cases of emergency (eg., last rites/ serious medical crisis): 315-877-3302
Available for appointments M/T/W/ Sat
Thursdays - devoted principally to liturgy planning and sermon writing
Friday - day off
If you would like to make an appointment to see Rev. Celie or Deacon Betty Jerabeck, please contact them directly. Click here for our Church Calendar!
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