Mary Magdalene Church

~Weekly Update~

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.

~A Message From the The Social Justice Team~

Dear Denise,

The Social Justice Committee will not be meeting again until September. But the learning and growing continues! I was looking for interesting books on social justice when I came across this one. Social Justice for the Sensitive Soul: How to Change the World in Quiet Ways by Dorcas Cheng-Tozun. It is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars on Amazon and 4.0 on Goodreads. This is on my list for the summer, maybe yours also.

Social justice work, we often assume, is raised voices and raised fists. But what does social justice work look like for those of us who don't feel comfortable battling in the trenches? Sustaining justice work can be especially challenging for the sensitive, and it requires a deep level of self-awareness, intentionality, and care to avoid overwhelm and burnout. However, those who consider themselves highly emotional, empathic, or introverted are wise, thoughtful, and conscientious. We need their contributions. Alongside inspiring, real-life examples of highly sensitive world-changers, author Dorcas Cheng-Tozun expands the possibilities of how to be a peacemaker and how to create a positive social impact, affirming the particular gifts and talents that sensitive souls offer to a hurting world.

With love,

The Social Justice Team

Love Links

Click here for a little love this week....

Prayer Concerns

Do you have someone you

want us to pray for?

To add someone to the prayer list, contact:

Sue Gerber or Joann Corso

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! 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.

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 or emailing reverend.vail@gmail.com

Sunday, June 29, 2025

Online Mass Attendance

Facebook Views: 22

YouTube Views: 80

Thank you for joining us!

If for some reason we are unable to stream live, our Mass will always be posted on YouTube the following Monday morning.

Things to do at MMC!

Office Closed

Since the 4th of July falls on a Friday when the office is typically not open, the office will be closed on Monday, July 7th.

Welcome Baskets

Please remember the ongoing need for Welcome Food Kits, Welcome Cleaning Kits and/or Welcome Hygiene Kits. All the lists have been combined onto one sheet and may be found on the table near Sue’s office. Whenever you have one to give, just place it in the sacristy. A member of the Social Justice Committee will get the kit(s) to WORLD RELIEF-WNY. Always, thank you for your generosity in supporting the mission to help refugees coming into Western New York!!! Click here for the combined lists.

East Rochester Resource Center

We are collecting toothpaste for the East Rochester Resource Center. The basket is located in the hall outside of the sanctuary. Thank you for your generosity!

Lost & Found

Are you missing a pair of sunglasses, your favorite hat, a water bottle? Check out the bin in hallway under the welcome sign. We've got quite the collection of items found in the sanctuary and Fellowship Hall! Unclaimed items will eventually be donated.

Knit, Purl, Crochet & Pray Ministry

Please join us and put your needles and hooks to good use bringing comfort and prayers to those in need! Our Prayer Shawl Ministry is open to all parishioners who wish to participate at home. Feel free to borrow the book Knitting into the Mystery - A Guide to the Shawl-Knitting Mystery found in the shawl basket. We are need shawls of all sizes! Place your completed shawl in the basket by the altar or in Sue Gerber’s office.

Ministry Sign Up Sheets Available!



Want to become more involved on Sunday? Consider one of many opportunities such as serving as a lector or Eucharistic minister, reading the Prayers of the People, or hosting a coffee hour. Sign up sheets are on the bulletin board. If you have questions about any of these ministries, Rev. Lori or Sue would be happy to answer them. Thanks for your help!

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.

"Good Trouble Lives On" Rally

Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of nonviolent action to respond to the attacks posed on our civil and human rights. On July 17th, the anniversary of Congressman John Lewis’s passing, we’re taking action across the country to defend our democracy and carry forward his legacy of Good Trouble. This event is organized by John Lewis Actions. More information can be found here.

Faith & Grief Workshop

Come find comfort and connection at the monthly Faith & Grief support gathering hosted by First Presbyterian Church (31 Church St. Pittsford). The group meets on the 3rd Sunday of each month at 11AM. A new theme is presented each month and brunch is provided. Register here to attend.

A Course In Miracles Study Groups

Dory Deisenroth will be starting two new ACIM study groups for 2025 beginning the last week in January.

On Tuesdays, a group studying the text will meet via Zoom from 6pm EST to 7:30pm EST. On Thursdays, a group will be meeting to study the lessons via Zoom from 6pm to 7:30pm. Both classes will meet weekly for a year.

The text study group will start on January 28 and meet for one year. The lesson study group will start on January 30 and meet each Thursday for one year.

If interested or if you have questions regarding these offerings please contact Dory at deisdor@gmail.com

Healing Circle

The healing circle is open to everyone! We join together with others to offer healing through connection to the Holy Spirit/Jesus/God. This healing circle offers healing for anyone or any situation in need of healing. We will spend thirty minutes in prayer offering names of people and situations to God/Jesus/ Holy Spirit for healing....this is a time of reflection and communion!

We meet via Zoom the first Friday of every month. Contact Dory Deisenroth at deisdor@gmail.com for more information and the Zoom link.

Please email Dory if you have someone or some situation in need of healing that you would like us to pray for.

Bulletin Announcements



Do you have an announcement you would like to see included in our bulletin? Just email Sue Gerber by Tuesday at 5 pm to have your group's message or activity added to our Wednesday newsletter. sgerber.mmagdalene@gmail.com

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 donation, and 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!

We also have an account with Can Kings! Your donation of cans and bottles can be made at any of the three Can King locations: 1276 Fairport Road, Fairport; 1183 Bay Road, Webster; or 505 East Main Street, Palmyra. Just let them know to put your donation down for Mary Magdalene Church! Please ask for a receipt, and if you're able please send the receipt to us, so we know to watch for your donation.

Weekly Services at Mary Magdalene Church

Wednesday Reflection

Come to church for prayer, communion and reflection every Wednesday from 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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 sanctuary. 

On Zoom:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81433878080 

Meeting  ID: 814 3387 8080. The Passcode is 'presence'.

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

Church Office Hours

In general, our church is open the following hours:

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 10-3 pm

Saturday: Happily by appointment!

Please contact Reverend Lori.

*Please note: These hours may change due to unforeseen circumstances.

If you would like to make an appointment to see Reverend Lori,

please email her directly. Click here for our Church Calendar!

Rev. Lori Vail

Pastor

Email: reverend.vail@gmail.com

Phone: 585-353-5954

Bishop Denise Donato

Pastor Emeritus

Email: revdenised@gmail.com 

Phone: 585-329-0895

Betty Jerabeck

Candidate for Diaconate

Email: bettyjmmc@gmail.com

Sue Gerber

Parish Administrator

Email: sgerber.mmagdalene@gmail.com

Phone: 585-586-4104

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