Dear Brothers and Sisters, As we begin our journey through the season of Ordinary Time, it is wonderful to see that things are getting back to being a little bit ordinary after this difficult year. It is great to see so many people returning to Mass and to be able to see so many faces … [Read more…]
November 8, 2021 As long as earth lasts… Sunday was a beautiful autumn day. As it started to pass into night, the sun was setting. And in another part of the sky, the moon was rising. I think Mercury was visible too. My friend set up the table outside. My brother prepared the food. I … [Read more…]
Blog for November 3, 2021 May the peace of Christ reign in your hearts… The words of scripture above and at the end of the blog come from Colossians in today’s Breviary. Something to think about as we’ve just celebrated the Feast of All Saints on Monday and the Feast of All Souls on Tuesday. … [Read more…]
November 1, 2021 All Saint’s Day You cannot be half a saint; you must be a whole saint or no saint at all.”-St. Therese of Lisieux On this All Saints Day, perhaps we can reflect on the definition of a saint. My pastor when I was growing up told this story. A young girl was asked by a … [Read more…]
October 20, 2021 You also must be prepared, for at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come. The Gospel reading for today comes from Luke. It’s a reminder to be prepared. While we look forward to the Jesus coming again someday, we never think how it will impact us. In … [Read more…]
BEGINNING THIS WEEKEND: The Women’s Club Ministry is once again holding its Wreath & Poinsettia Fundraiser. The fundraiser will run from October 16-17, 23-24 and 30-31 and we will be taking orders in the church hall before and after Masses on these weekends. These beautiful plants and wreaths from Nanticoke Gardens will be available for … [Read more…]
+ Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post on St. Therese of Lisieux. + Faith Talks series begins today! Join us via Zoom for Faith Talks—Sunday Readings, Reflections & Conversations. The series will be held on Fridays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. beginning October 1. To sign up, contact gmatt@syrdio.org or call (607) 222-7879.
+ Start planning for your holiday decorating now. The Women’s Club Ministry is once again holding its Wreath & Poinsettia Fundraiser. The fundraiser will run from October 16-17, 23-24 and 30-31 and we will be taking orders in the church hall before and after Masses on these weekends. These beautiful plants and wreaths from Nanticoke … [Read more…]
+ Join us for desserts & discussion of the movie series The Chosen on Wednesdays, beginning Oct.13 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. in the Social Hall. RSVP/info gmatt@syrdio.org or (607) 222-7879. + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post on the Feast of the Archangels. + A note from Loaves & Fishes: Our pantry is now back … [Read more…]
+ Join us for a weekly Scripture study & discussion of The Women of the Bible Speak by Shannon Bream. In person: Tuesdays 9:30-11:00 a.m. in the Social Hall. Begins October 5. Via Zoom: Thursdays, 7:00-8:15 p.m. Begins October 7. Contact gmatt@syrdio.org or phone (607) 222-7879.
+ Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post on our patron saint, St. Vincent de Paul. + Faith Talks series begins this Friday! Join us via Zoom for Faith Talks—Sunday Readings, Reflections & Conversations. The series will be held on Fridays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. beginning October 1. To sign up, contact gmatt@syrdio.org or call (607) 222-7879. + … [Read more…]