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  • DcTomheadshot Dc. Tom’s Blog - The waters have risen and severe storms are upon us, but we do not fear drowning… The pandemic, 4-feet of snow, rain and more. Lots came upon us in the last year-and-a-half. But how often during that time have we forgotten to turn to the Lord? Perhaps we can look to the saint known as “golden-mouthed” for some advice. I borrow from St. John Chrysostom’s words, featured in today’s breviary. He wrote that though the waters may rise, “they cannot sink the boat of Jesus.” As for things like death and poverty: “what are we to fear?” St. John was...
  • Holy Hour Sept 2021 September 13, 2021 - + There will be a Holy Hour for Vocations on Monday, September 20 from 7-8 p.m. We hope you will join us in person, but if you cannot, watch the livestream here.
  • Gratitude etc 250 September 12, 2021 - + LIVE at 10 a.m.: Sunday Mass, the Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
  • Sept11prayer September 11, 2021 - + We will never forget. + Confessions will be heard at 3 p.m. today.
  • 2021 Hope Appeal September 10, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post reflecting on the 20th anniversary of September 11th. + This weekend we launch this year’s Hope Appeal campaign. As Father Jim writes in this week’s bulletin, “It is an opportunity for us all to join in supporting Bishop Lucia as he shepherds the Diocese of Syracuse. It gives us the opportunity to support the many programs of the HOPE Appeal and to do as a diocese what we are unable to do as a parish. Please be generous.” Did you know that you can donate online to the Hope Appeal at the Syracuse Diocese...
  • Sept. 9, 2021 - + UPDATE: Sr. Briege McKenna, OSC and Fr. Pablo Escriva De Romani, are unable to travel this weekend and therefore the parish mission they were planning, therefore the Syracuse Catholic Women’s Commission’s Mini-Retreat originally scheduled for September 11th and the St. Patrick’s & St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Mission Scheduled for September 13th – 15th will be rescheduled. + If you or someone you know finds Catholic Christianity calling you to faith, or if you are a baptized Catholic and have not received the sacraments of Holy Eucharist and/or Confirmation, we invite you to come and experience our inquiry sessions for...
  • Back to School Prayer September 8, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about the nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. + Lord, we pray all of our teachers and students have a safe, happy, and healthy new school year. + Faith Formation classes begin Catechetical Sunday, September 19. Here is the news you need to know: Registration closes this weekend. Sign up at the entrance of our Education Center in the vestibule. Fees are $45 per child or $80 per family. This fee goes towards classroom supplies, curriculum, and all of our various events throughout the year. Scholarships are always granted as needed. Our classrooms are...
  • September 7, 2021 - + Women’s Club dues reminder: Please turn in your Women’s Club Membership Dues envelope as soon as possible so that we can finalize our membership roster for the coming year. Envelopes may be placed in any weekend collection or mailed to the parish office. For those who do not receive envelope packets and/or pay online, you may enclose cash or a check for $10 payable to the Women’s Club in a plain envelope marked to the attention of the Women’s Club. Please include your name, address, phone number and email with your payment.
  • September 6, 2021 ~ Labor Day - + The Parish Office is closed today for the federal holiday.
  • September 5, 2021 - + LIVE at 10 a.m.: Sunday Mass, the Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time. + Tired? Be inspired! with an upcoming event on September 30th sponsored by the Women’s Club with Sr. Brigid O’Mahoney. Details to follow!
  • September 3, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about Pope Gregory the Great. + CPR/AED and Basic First Aid Certification Classes: The Emergency Management Committee is once again sponsoring both cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)/ automatic external defibrillator (AED) certification training and Basic First Aid certification training to be conducted by the Vestal Volunteer Emergency Squad. CPR/AED training will be held on Saturday, Oct. 16, and Basic First Aid training will be held on Saturday, Oct. 30. Both sessions will be held in Msgr. Giblin Social Hall from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Please note that these sessions will cover both the initial certification...
  • Faith Formation logo small September 2, 2021 - + It’s time to register for this year’s Faith Formation classes that begin Catechetical Sunday, September 19 at the following times: 8:45 – 9:45 a.m.: Grades PK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 10:00 a.m. Mass: Children’s Liturgy of the Word (2nd grade & under) 11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: Grades 6, 7, 8, 9 Visit our Ed Center in the church this weekend for more information and to register your family. Please pray for this year’s families, students and catechists.
  • Sept. 1 ~ World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation - Pope Francis has established September 1 as the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation. The day is inspired by Pope Francis’ landmark encyclical from 2015, Laudato Sí, which calls on every person living on this planet to care for our shared Earth. This day offers a precious opportunity to reflect on and renew our personal participation in our universal vocation as custodians of creation. Below, please find one of the prayers used on this World Day of Prayer and spend some time praying and thinking about your personal role as a custodian of God’s Creation. All-powerful God,...
  • August 31, 2021 - + Reminder: Parish Picnic volunteers are invited to a “Wine Down” recap meeting today at 6:30 p.m. in Msgr. Giblin Hall. + Please Note: The parish office will be closed on Wednesday for the rescheduled offsite staff retreat.
  • August 30, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about Corrie Ten Boom. + Hope Appeal weekend is coming soon. September 11&12 is HOPE Appeal Commitment weekend throughout the Diocese of Syracuse. This is an opportunity for us to support Bishop Lucia and the many programs that serve the needs of our Diocese. Please make your plans now to be generous in supporting this year’s HOPE Appeal.
  • Happy Birthday, Father Jim! - Happiest of birthdays to you, Father Jim—the unofficial chaplain of the NY Mets & NY Giants!~ From all your staff and parishioners ~
  • August 29, 2021 - + LIVE: Sunday Mass, the Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time. + If you or someone you know finds Catholic Christianity calling you to faith, or if you are a baptized Catholic and have not received the sacraments of Holy Eucharist and/or Confirmation, we invite you to come and experience our inquiry sessions for the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) program. Call the parish office for more information. + Women’s Club dues reminder: Please turn in your Women’s Club Membership Dues envelope at your earliest convenience. Envelopes may be placed in any weekend collection or mailed to the parish...
  • August 28, 2021 - + Confessions will be heard today at 3 p.m. + Do you have questions about getting an annulment? An information session will be held with the Syracuse Diocese Marriage Tribunal Staff on October 5 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Christ the King Retreat House in Syracuse. Read the file below for more information.
  • August 27, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post on St. Monica and her son, St. Augustine. + Calling all Parish Picnic Volunteers: Join us for a “Wine-Down” Recap meeting this coming Tuesday, Aug. 31 at 6:30 p.m. in the Social Hall. + Mark your calendar for Wednesday, Sept. 1 – the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation. The day is inspired by Pope Francis’ 2015 encyclical, Laudato Sí, which calls on everyone living on Earth to care for our shared planet. A prayer will be posted on the website that day to recite as you meditate upon your role...
  • August 26, 2021 - + Helping Haiti: Last weekend, Fr. Jim mentioned that as our latest Amazing Graces effort we will be collecting free-will offerings for the people of Haiti as the nation recovers from a devastating earthquake. This drive will begin this weekend and last through September. Sr. Brigid O’Mahoney runs a shelter in Haiti that ministers to those who are truly in need. Sr. Brigid will make sure that the funds get to those who need it most. Put your offering in an envelope and drop in the weekend collection or mail it/drop it off at the parish office.