St. Cecilia/Queen of Heaven Roman Catholic Churches

05/28/2026

CAMP GUGGENHEIM IS FILLING FAST!: A Week That Can Change a Life

Spots for Camp Guggenheim are going quickly! Session 5 (ages 16–18) has only waitlist spots remaining, and all other sessions are already over 50% full.

Give your teen an unforgettable week of faith, friendship, and adventure in the Adirondacks—where they can grow in confidence, encounter Christ, and build lasting memories.

📅 2026 Sessions:
• Session 1 (11–13): July 5–10
• Session 2 (12–15): July 12–17
• Session 3 (12–15): July 19–24
• Session 4 (12–15): July 26–31

• Session 5 (16-18): Waitlist only

💲 Cost: $450 per session
Scholarships are available—cost should never prevent a teen from attending!

👉 Don’t wait—sessions are filling quickly!

Contact for More Information: Patrick Looby Email: [email protected]

05/27/2026

On the night before the cross, while His disciples were troubled and confused, Jesus made a statement that would echo across history: “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.” (John 14:6)

Christ spoke those words knowing the nails were coming. Knowing betrayal was already in motion. Knowing His closest friends would soon scatter in fear. Yet in the middle of this coming darkness, He offered Himself.

“I am the way, and the truth, and the life” is either the most outrageous thing ever spoken… or the most important. If Jesus truly is who He claimed to be, then humanity’s deepest problem is our separation from God. And the cross isn't merely a “nice story,” but God making a way home.

Two thousand years later, the world is still searching everywhere else for “home.” But no philosophy has defeated the grave. No political movement has conquered death. And no achievement, relationship, pleasure, or earthly success can ever carry a soul into eternity.

The invitation remains: “Follow Me.”

05/27/2026

ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS!

MATER DEI FOUNDATION- SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: Attention High School Seniors

The Mater Dei College Foundation is pleased to offer a scholarship opportunity to actively participating Catholics who are currently in their senior year of high school and who currently reside in the Diocese of Ogdensburg and are planning to attend a degree granting college or university in the fall. To request an application form, please email Alexis Michael, Mater Dei Foundation Scholarship Chair, at [email protected]. Application deadline is June 1.

05/27/2026

Make it well with my soul
Don't let me face this loneliness alone
Make it well with my soul
I need a peace that only heaven knows
Jesus, could you please
Just sit and cry with me
'Til I can sing
'Til I can sing
It is well with my soul

Listen to the single “Make It Well” at the link below.
Click here → https://fts.lnk.to/MIW

05/27/2026

Guess what?!?!?
GREAT JOB Parishioners!

05/25/2026

Today is Memorial Day. We honor the great sacrifice made by men and women in defense of God and Country.

May their souls and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace, Amen.

Please feel free to include your prayer requests in the comment section. 🇺🇸

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05/25/2026

Memorial Day Parade in Henderson this morning was a success!
If you have any photos, attach them in the comments!

05/25/2026

Not every battle in your life is visible, and not everyone around you will celebrate the path God is leading you on. Some opposition appears the moment you begin moving toward growth, purpose, or peace.

But you are not standing alone in those battles. God sees every hidden intention, every unfair attack, and every obstacle placed in your path, and His protection over your life remains greater than all of it.

What rises against you will never be greater than the God defending you.

“Whoever fights against you is also fighting against Me. I will give you victory over them.”

Inspired by — Isaiah 54:17

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