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  • June 3, 2021 - + On Saturday, June 5, Bishop Douglas J. Lucia will ordain four men to the priesthood. Tomorrow at 5 p.m., you are invited to watch a Holy Hour for Vocations on the Vigil of the Priestly Ordinations. Tune in to the YouTube channel of the Syracuse Diocese.
  • Parish Picnic save the date June 2, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post, a meditation on Psalm 31. + Reminder: Dispensation from Mass ends this coming weekend. Beginning this Sunday, dispensation from attending weekly Mass will be rescinded. All Catholic faithful are invited to resume full and active participation in the Eucharistic liturgy through physical attendance at either the Saturday Vigil Mass or Sunday Mass. Please note that anyone who is frail or at risk due to advanced age or medical conditions is always excused from this obligation. + Save the date! Our Parish Picnic will be held on Sunday, August 8. Details to follow.
  • June 1, 2021 - + Reminder: At Prayer With Mary will be held at 9:30 a.m. in the Social Hall.
  • May 31 ~ Memorial Day - + The Parish Office is closed today in honor of Memorial Day.
  • Holy Trinity May 30, 2021 ~ Solemnity of the Holy Trinity - + LIVE: Sunday Mass, the Solemnity of the Holy Trinity. + Vacation Bible School 2021: Embark on an epic quest through hidden ruins, ancient caves, and dense jungles. At Treasured VBS, kids dig into action-packed, faith-filled adventures. They’ll discover God’s greatest treasure isn’t diamonds, gems, or gold–it’s them! This year we’re going in person…safely! Save the dates: June 28-July 2, 9:00 a.m. to noon each day for ages PPK—5th Grade. Helpers: 6th Grade & up. Learn more and sign up here.
  • May 28, 2021 - + Dc. Tom’s Blog post reflects on this week’s online Let Us Dream climate change conference. + Schedule announced for online meetings for Separated & Divorced Catholics.
  • May 27, 2021 - + NOTE: The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, May 31 to commemorate the Memorial Day holiday. + Formation for Ministry/Deacon Formation Information Seminar, June 13, 1:00 – 3:30, St. Stephen/St. Patrick, Whitney Point. Is God calling you to serve the church as a lay minister or deacon? Find out how Formation for Ministry and Deacon Formation can help you answer that call by attending an information seminar. Seminars include an overview of the Formation for Ministry program leading to commissioning as a lay ecclesial minister and an overview of the process for becoming a deacon. Note Formation for Ministry is a...
  • May 26, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post on appreciating the beauty of God’s creation. + Special Mass to celebrate the Class of 2021. We would like to honor our graduates at a special liturgy on Saturday, June 19 at 4:00 p.m. Scholarships will be awarded, a special blessing will be given for all graduates of high school and college, and a cookout to celebrate will follow. High school graduates will receive an invitation in the mail, or you may pick one up in the vestibule. + Vacation Bible School 2021: Embark on an epic quest through hidden ruins, ancient caves, and...
  • May 25, 2021 - + Scholarship opportunities for our high school seniors: ❖ The STVBS Women’s Club Ministry is awarding one $1,000 Scholarship to a female high school student graduating in 2021. The applicant must be a member of St. Vincent de Paul Blessed Sacrament Church, and have maintained at least a B average. Applications can be obtained by:1) Sending an email to mleighhbeyer@frontier.com with the words “scholarship application” in the heading. You will receive an application via email. Send a PDF of the completed application to mleighbeyer@frontier.com OR print it out and mail it to STVBS Women’s Club Ministry, 1143 Reynolds Road, Johnson City, NY...
  • May 24, 2021 - + Welcome new Parish Council members: We are pleased to welcome our newly selected representatives to the Parish Pastoral Council: Kim Brosius,  Rayanne Consol and Greg Hrostowski. In addition, Father Jim appointed Pauline Utimazrui to serve on the Council. We look forward to your participation and insight! + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post on how a leg wound from battle changed St. Ignatius of Loyola’s life. + Tomorrow: At Prayer With Mary. You are invited to join us at 9:30 a.m. for week three (of seven). These small group discussions are an opportunity to gather and learn, pray, as well...
  • pentecost May 23, 2021 ~ Pentecost - + Today we celebrate the Feast of Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles in tongues of fire, giving them the ability to preach the Gospel and be understood in every language. This feast commemorates the birth of the early Church. Watch our LIVESTREAM of Sunday Mass at 10 a.m. At that Mass, Mark Probe-Adams will be confirmed. We congratulate and welcome him into our parish family.
  • May 22, 2021 - + Confessions will be heard at 3p.m. today.
  • May 21, 2021 - + For our college students: Congratulations to the Class of 2021! Best wishes for a bright future ahead. + Dc. Tom writes about Pope Francis’ call to pray for peace between Israelis and Palestinians. + Did you know you can register for Mass right from the Parish App? Access the best of STVBS right from your phone or device. Download our WeConnect Parish App to get quick access to news, Mass registration, links to livestreams, Daily Readings, online giving, information on how to pray the Rosary, and all pertinent contact info. Free for all users. Here’s how to download our...
  • Wear Red for Pentecost May 20, 2021 - + This weekend we celebrate Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles in tongues of fire giving them the gift to speak and be heard in any language. This feast commemorates the birth of the early church. The celebrant wears red at Mass this day to signify the presence of the Holy Spirit. Fr. Jim is inviting all to wear red to Mass this weekend to signify that we are a Spirit-filled people. + May 16-25 is Laudato Sí Week. The Diocese of Syracuse and Diocese of Ogdensburg will host a three-night virtual summit on the topic of...
  • May 19, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post on Pope Francis’ advice for facing obstacles to prayer. + COVID protocols update from the Syracuse Diocese: To Members of Our Diocesan Family:  It was recently announced that New York State will adopt the CDC’s new mask and social distancing guidance for fully vaccinated people effective Wednesday, May 19th. The Diocese of Syracuse is reviewing the new guidance and working to assess how to implement changes to its protocols effectively and safely throughout our parishes and offices. We ask for your patience as we are not able to change our policies and procedures abruptly.  There is much...
  • Vacation Bible School 2021 May 18, 2021 - + Vacation Bible School 2021: Embark on an epic quest through hidden ruins, ancient caves, and dense jungles. At Treasured VBS, kids dig into action-packed, faith-filled adventures. They’ll discover God’s greatest treasure isn’t diamonds, gems, or gold–it’s them! This year we’re going in person…safely! Save the dates: June 28-July 2, 9:00 a.m. to noon each day for ages PPK—5th Grade. Helpers: 6th Grade & up. Learn more and sign up here. + Newman House Annual Golf Tournament: The annual tournament to support the Newman House at Binghamton University will be held Sunday, June 20, with a 1:00 p.m. Shotgun Start...
  • Holy Hour May 17 May 17, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about today’s worldwide rosary for an end to the pandemic, live at noon. + Tonight at 7 p.m., please join us for a Holy Hour for Vocations. There is no need to register; sign the attendance sheet in the vestibule. All COVID protocols remain in place. For those who cannot attend in person, you can view it from home on our LIVESTREAM page. + Tomorrow: At Prayer With Mary. You are invited to join us at 9:30 a.m. for week two (of seven). These small group discussions are an opportunity to gather and learn,...
  • May 16, 2021 - + Announcement from the Syracuse Diocese on May 14 regarding the CDC update on mask wearing: The CDC announced new guidelines as of Thursday, May 13, 2021, regarding mask-wearing, but those guidelines are still under review by New York State, our local officials, Bishop Lucia and his staff. Please be aware that masks are still required to be worn, fully covering your mouth and nose by all; this includes those that are fully vaccinated. We will also maintain the six foot distancing.  —Diocesan Communications Office + LIVE: Sunday Mass, the Seventh Sunday of Easter. + NEW! We now have a LIVESTREAM...
  • Thrive outside May 14, 2021 - + TONIGHT! THRIVE OUTSIDE: Hope you will join us for a special evening of live music, inspiration & fellowship featuring Jeremy Bobak & Band. Original music by Michael Slilaty sets the mood for the evening before the main concert begins at 7 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs. Enjoy an early taste of summer. + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about St. Mathias, whose feast is today. + On Monday evening we will have a Holy Hour for Vocations from 7-8 p.m. There is no need to register; sign the attendance sheet in the vestibule. All COVID protocols remain in place.
  • May 13, 2021 ~ Solemnity of the Ascension - + The Parish Office will be closed today in observance of the holy day. + The Mass for the Feast of the Ascension will be livestreamed at 5:30 p.m. today.