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Friars Name New Affiliate
Fr. Paul of Graymoor Cause for Sainthood
Graymoor Book & Gift Center Launches
New Online Site
Jubilee Year of Mercy
Come & See Weekend —
Feast of St. Francis
Save the Date: 2015 Sharing Hope
Celebration Dinner
Share in our Ministry of Prayer
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Spiritual Summer Refreshment
Greetings from Fr. Bob ...
Just inside the inner doors of the Chapel of Our Lady of the Atonement, there is a book where people can write comments about their visit to the Holy Mountain. Recently, I was chatting with a woman who was sharing her own thoughts about her visit in the book. She said, "Reading the comments of others nearly brought me to tears. It is amazing that so many people see Graymoor not only as a place for solace, but truly as a sanctuary for peace and reflection."
I didn't tell her at the time how much her thoughts touched me. Over the years, I too, have experienced these same feelings so many times. Hearing the same story time and again always reminds me of the special place people have in their hearts for Graymoor.
It is truly a blessing for us all. We friars are not surprised when we hear such testaments because we have experienced the uniqueness of this mountain that people have come to call "Holy." For so long, we have been blessed with visits from homeless wanderers and those who have lost their way, seeking recovery, people looking for daily or weekend spiritual retreats, many who have come to make a special visit to the St. Francis Chapel, the outdoor St. Anthony Shrine, or our founder, Fr. Paul of Graymoor's tomb, where they can enjoy in a special way the magnificent view from the top of the Holy Mountain.
So often after a visit here, visitors, pilgrims and guests say upon leaving that they were able to pray for the first time in years or that their insurmountable problems fell into perspective after they came.
If you haven't yet experienced Graymoor, I encourage you to do so. If you are driving on Route 9 in southern Putnam County and see a large crucifix and shrine, drive in, stay a while, become a pilgrim. Once you have enjoyed God's masterpiece in nature that we call the Holy Mountain — Graymoor — I think you will find refreshment for the soul, even healing. I also pray that your visit will become a special story for you also.
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Yours in Christ,
Fr. Bob Warren, SA
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FRIARS NAME NEW AFFILIATE
 The Franciscan Friars of the Atonement named a new affiliate on July 19 in a ceremony in Brockton, Massachusetts. Maria Joia has been a great friend to the Friars of Chapel of Our Savior and their unique ministry to bring the Church to the people in a busy commercial mall area.
A Secular Franciscan, Ms. Joia has raised more than $10,000 to date with a monthly bake sale that she chairs to support the Chapel's ministry. In addition, she has helped to make the Friars in Brockton more cozy and has been the catalyst for many who attend the Chapel's Masses and prayer services to attend retreats at Graymoor.
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FR. PAUL OF GRAYMOOR CAUSE FOR SAINTHOOD
 The Congregation for the Causes of Saints has granted the the Archdiocese of New York a nihil obstat regarding the Cause of the Servant of God, Father Paul of Graymoor. This means that after a survey of the Vatican files nothing has been discovered to prevent the Cause from moving ahead. According to the Postulator of the Cause, Fr. Gabriel B. O'Donnell, O.P., the next step will take place when Cardinal Dolan officially opens the diocesan investigation into the life, virtue and work of Father Paul who is both Servant of God and Apostle of Christian unity and charity. This ceremony will take place later this year in the chancery office of the Archdiocese.
A Guild to support the Canonization of Father Paul Wattson is in the process of being formed, and we invite our benefactors to join and support Fr. Paul's cause. Request a prayer card for the Canonization of Father Paul.
The results of the lengthy diocesan study of the life and holiness of Father Paul will be forwarded to Rome where a new phase of the canonization process will begin in order to produce the positio, a printed volume containing the formal argument for a Servant of God's canonization. This will include a systematic biography of the Servant of God, a summary of the testimony of witnesses gathered during the diocesan phase and an essay on Father Paul's spirituality. |
GRAYMOOR BOOK & GIFT CENTER LAUNCHES
NEW ONLINE SITE AT GRAYMOORBOOKS.ORG
Graymoor Book and Gift Center, located right here in Garrision, is delighted to announce the grand re-launch of our online store. Find religious, spiritual and recovery books, items to support the recovery process and gifts for young people to plant and grow the seeds of faith. Not only is the store redesigned with feedback from our customers for a better shopping experience, we now offer FREE SHIPPING on orders over $35 (some exceptions apply). Our website is easy to use on a laptop, desktop, tablet or phone, and checkout is easy and your credit card is safely secured.
Another new feature is the ability to share what inspires you on your own Pinterest pages, right from the website. Sharing is caring, and spreading the word about our new site will help the Friars' mission. Remember, there may be large websites out there to purchase from, but we are the non-profit shop that supports the good works and ministries of the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement with all our proceeds.
Visit our NEW store and start shopping now!
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JUBILEE YEAR OF MERCY
 Father Paul said in a sermon, "The cross Christ had a socket dug for it. It must have been a deep socket to keep the cross up while Christ was hanging there. We learn from that, that such is the compassion and mercy of Christ that he goes down into the very dregs and depths of sin. In his love he tries to lift up the sinner." Pope Francis has issued a Papal Bull declaring that from December 8, 2015 to November 20, 2016, as an Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy. The Friars, whose ministry focuses on atonement and healing those who are broken, are planning special Masses, activities, retreats, a Franciscan Pilgrimage to Italy, and events coordinated with the Vatican's calendar for the year, at Graymoor and in their ministries around the world. The Jubilee Year of Mercy's theme is "Merciful Like the Father" and the focus will be on living the spiritual and corporal works of mercy set forth in our catechism. |
COME & SEE WEEKEND — FEAST OF ST. FRANCIS
 Come & See Weekend allows single Catholic men, 18-40 years of age, to talk to friars about their journeys from their discernment to living God's call. If you believe you might be called to religious life and service to the Church as a brother or priest, the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement invite you to Graymoor for the weekend of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi (October 2-4, 2015), to participate in the Transitus devotion as it intensifies our commitment to follow Christ in the way of the poor man of Assisi, to see our Franciscan way of living and to learn about our charism of Christian Unity during final Come & See Weekend of the Year of Consecrated Life.
For more information, call the Vocation Director, (800) 338-2620, ext 2126 or email VocDirector@AtonementFriars.org. Visit with us! Get to know us! Imagine yourself a Friar...serving & helping others!
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SAVE THE DATE: SHARING HOPE CELEBRATION DINNER
 On Friday, October 2nd, 2015 at the Pierre Hotel in New York City, the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement will hold a Gala Dinner to honor and present awards to people who exemplify their charism of unity and At-One-Ment and who are living faith through works that provide healing and hope.
The Friars of the Atonement will honor Goya Foods with the Sharing Hope Award, John Feerick, Esq. with the Graymoor Award, and Mr. and Mrs. Michael Duggan with the Graymoor Community Service Award. John and Mary Higgins Clark Conheeney and Valerie E. Mastronardi are the Honorary Dinner Chairs. Rosemary A. DeJulio, Ph.D., Thomas E. DeJulio, Esq., Maureen S. Considine and Michael G. Considine are Dinner Chairs. Dinner proceeds support the ministries of the Friars.
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SHARE IN OUR MINISTRY OF PRAYER
Perpetual Novena >>
The Perpetual Novena to St. Anthony continues daily.
Learn more about the Perpetual Novena to St. Anthony.
 Upcoming Special Novena:
We invite you to share your special needs and intentions with us as we invoke the miraculous power of St. Anthony's intercession in Thirteen Tuesdays of Special Masses beginning Tuesday, August 18th.
St. Anthony Thirteen Tuesdays of Special Masses >>
The Graymoor Spiritual Union >>
When someone dies, the sadness and grief can be unbearable. Those closest to the deceased often feel like they're not sure how they will go on, or what they will do next. At these times, the special remembrances of prayers and condolences from friends and loved ones are truly heaven-sent gifts.
When you are in need of a special expression of caring for a friend or loved one in honor of their dearly departed, send a Perpetual Remembrance Enrollment Card in the Graymoor Spiritual Union. Your gift will bring comfort and also support the good works of the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement. A large selection of cards are available at:
www.AtonementFriars.org/MassCards.
This Month's Featured Card >>
 In Loving Memory with Jesus
The "In Loving Memory with Jesus" Mass Enrollment is a beautiful, oversized enrollment booklet filled with prayers for sorrow and hope.
And most importantly, it offers remembrance in the daily Masses and
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UPCOMING RETREATS AT GRAYMOOR
•Fri., Aug. 28 – Sun., Aug.30
CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND LEADERSHIP FOR MEMBERS OF AL-ANON
•Fri., Sept.4 – Sun., Sept. 6
DO NOT FEAR TO HOPE
•Fri., Sep. 4 – Sun., Sep. 6
WOMEN IN RECOVERY
•Fri., Sep. 11 – Sun., Sep. 13
MATT TALBOT MEN
ON-GOING MEETINGS AT GRAYMOOR
• Bible Study:
The Book of Luke
Wednesdays
9:30-11:00 am
John XXIII Parlor
5th floor
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• Overeaters Anonymous
Saturdays 8:30-9:30 am
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PRAYER MEETINGS
• St. John's Prayer Group
St. Pius X Chapel
Thur. 7:30 pm
RECOVERY MEETINGS
• AA, NA, SA, Al-Anon, OA
Contact the
Graymoor Spiritual Life Center:
GSLC@AtonementFriars.org
(845) 424-2111
www.GraymoorCenter.org
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Franciscan Friars of the Atonement
Headquartered at Graymoor in Garrison, NY, the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement is a Roman Catholic religious community with social, pastoral and ecumenical ministries in the United States, Canada, England, Italy, and Japan.
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OUR MINISTRIES:
Graymoor Spiritual Life Center
In the Franciscan tradition of hospitality, Graymoor Spiritual Life Center welcomes individuals and groups of all faiths for spiritual retreats, meetings, conferences and pilgrimages.
Located on a mountaintop overlooking the Hudson River Valley, facilities include overnight accommodations, large dining room, a library, three chapels, as well as meeting/seminar facilities.
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Centro Pro Unione
Christian Unity and
Ecumenical Research
The Centro Pro Unione, founded and directed by the Society of the Atonement, is an ecumenical research and action center. Its purpose is to give space for dialogue, study, research and information in ecumenism: theological, pastoral, social and social.
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Graymoor Ecumenical & Interreligious Institute
Graymoor Ecumenical & Interreligious Institute promotes Christian unity and interreligious dialogue in North America through its monthly (except August) journal, Ecumenical Trends, Lecture Series, and Week of Prayer for Christian Unity resources.
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St. Christopher's Inn
Residential Shelter & Substance Abuse Treatment Center
St. Christopher's Inn is a temporary shelter dedicated to the rehabilitation of men in crisis. Today the Inn shelters over 1,200 men per year, most of whom suffer from alcohol and/or drug addiction.
Our mission is to offer a continuum of quality health care services that facilitate physical, emotional, and spiritual healing by providing chemical dependency treatment, primary health care, and temporary housing.
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Parish Ministries /
Atonement Centers
The Friars of the Atonement serve in parish ministries throughout the world. To visit parish websites, click on the link below:
St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church, Apex, NC
Christ the Redeemer Roman Catholic Church, Sterling, VA
Chapel of Our Savior, Brockton, Massachusetts
St. Joan of Arc Parish, Toronto Ontario, Canada
St. Joseph the Worker, Richmond British Columbia, Canada
St. Joseph’s Church, Tsurumi-ku Yokohama, Japan
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