January 2021 Dear Brothers and Sisters, Welcome to our St. Vincent de Paul Blessed Sacrament website. It is great to have you look at our parish. The time between Christmas and the beginning of Lent is a period for us to catch our collective breaths as God’s People and tosimply reflect upon the mystery that … [Read more…]
+ Syracuse Diocese Respect Life events to be livestreamed: On Friday, Jan. 22, Bishop Lucia will celebrate a Mass for the Unborn at noon. On Saturday, Jan. 23, he will offer a Mass for Life and Holy Hour for Life beginning at 9:30 a.m. To access the livestream for both events, go to the Diocese of … [Read more…]
+ Our office is closed today in honor of Martin Luther King Day. + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity that begins today. + Tonight! Holy Hour for Peace & Unity: Join us for a Holy Hour for Peace & Unity in person or via our YouTube livestream … [Read more…]
+ Listen to Sunday Mass LIVE, said for Jeanne Fenzel, Fran Hardt, and the People of STVBS. + Scholarship opportunity: The Ladies of Charity will award two $500 scholarships to high school seniors who plan to pursue a service orientated career which specifically makes a difference in someone’s life. The scholarship is based on academic … [Read more…]
+ Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about listening to God through prayer. + NOTE: Monday the parish office will be closed for the Martin Luther King holiday. If you plan to attend Tuesday’s Mass, please register by 11 a.m. today. + HOPE Appeal Reminder: Thank you to all those who have already pledged their gift … [Read more…]
+ Holy Hour for Peace & Unity: Join us for a Holy Hour for Peace & Unity in person or via our YouTube livestream on Monday, Jan. 18 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the church. There will be Exposition and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Registrations will be taken at the door. + Leading up to … [Read more…]
+ Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about Pope Francis saying we should always praise God. + Are you ready for some football? The Super Bowl is just around the corner! We will once again be collecting for the “Souper Bowl of Caring,” as so many are in need this winter. Donations will be collected at … [Read more…]
+ Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post on taking the time to enjoy the beauty of God’s creation. + We still have a few copies of the Amazing Tastes cookbook available at the parish office. The price is $20 (cash or checks payable to STVBS Women’s Club Ministry).
+ Next weekend is Share Weekend for our Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry. We have an ongoing need for instant oatmeal, peanut butter and jelly, canned pasta, canned tuna, canned chicken, canned spaghetti sauce, boxed pasta, and macaroni & cheese. Please, no glass containers. Items may be placed on the shelves in the social hall. … [Read more…]
+ Today’s Mass, audio only, said for Susan Monkovich, Kenneth Ehlers, Sara McNamara, and the People of STVBS. Watch the Saturday evening Mass. (Fast forward to the 40 minute mark.)
+ Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about praying with gratitude. + It’s time to THRIVE! Plan to join us for an evening of worship and inspiration on Friday, February 5. We will safely gather at 7:00-8:00 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Blessed Sacrament Church, Vestal. Or, plan to watch the livestream. February’s theme will be: “Called, … [Read more…]