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  • May 12, 2021 - + If you plan on attending the 9 a.m. or 5:30 p.m. Mass for the Feast of the Ascension on Thursday, please register online/call us by 3 p.m. today. + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post on the Feast of the Ascension. + Reminder: The parish office will be closed on Thursday, May 13 in observance of the holy day. + Formation for Ministry/Deacon: A Formation Information Seminar will be held on June 13 from 1-3:30 p.m. at St. Stephen/St. Patrick, Whitney Point. Are you curious about Formation for Ministry? Are you discerning the diaconate? Sessions include an overview of the...
  • May 11, 2021 - + If you plan on attending the 5:30 p.m. Vigil for the Feast of the Ascension on Wednesday, please register online or call us by 3 p.m. today. + We will be having a Holy Hour for Vocations on Monday, May 17 at 7 p.m. You do not have to register to attend. Sign the attendance sheet in the vestibule.
  • At Prayer with Mary May 10, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about St. Damien of Molokai. + This Thursday is the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord, a holy day of obligation. We will offer three opportunities to attend Mass: Wednesday, May 12 – 5:30 p.m. Vigil Mass Thursday, May 13 – 9:00 a.m. Thursday, May 13 – 5:30 p.m. The deadline to register for any of these Masses, either online or by phone, is 3 p.m. the day before. Please note: The parish office will be closed on Thursday in observance of the holy day. + New seven-week series: At Prayer With Mary....
  • May 9, 2021 ~ Mother’s Day - + LIVE: Sunday Mass, the Sixth Sunday of Easter. + Sending love to all this Mother’s Day.
  • May 7, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post on his ordination anniversary. + Birthright Mother’s Day Flower Sale: Volunteers will be selling carnations in the vestibule after all Masses on Mother’s Day weekend (May 8/9). The $1 donation per flower will help Birthright of Binghamton purchase baby clothes, maternity clothes, pregnancy tests, and other essential services for mothers and babies. Birthright is a prolife, nonprofit, volunteer organization dedicated to helping pregnant women and their babies. + One week from tonight—THRIVE OUTSIDE! It’s time to get some fresh air! Join us on Friday, May 14, 7-8 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Blessed...
  • May 6, 2021 - + LET US DREAM: The Path to a Better Future Pope Francis in Laudato Sí stated: “I urgently appeal… for a new dialogue about how we are sharing the future of our planet.” (LS#14). Join us for three evenings from 7-9 p.m. via Zoom as we gather together with hope to help us as individuals and as communities to learn from God’s earth how to be more sustainable and to move significantly forward with practical solutions to promote God’s beautiful, sustainable world. Each evening will include prayer, music, stories, insight and sharing as we commit to care for God’s creation!...
  • May 5, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about Pope Francis’ views on contemplative prayer. + Let’s keep in touch. If you have not sent back (or received) the recent post card asking how you prefer to be contacted by the parish, you can fill it out online HERE. You can select one of three choices as your preferred method to receive announcements and information: phone, email, or mail. Also, please notify the parish office if: You are new to the parish and would like to register. You have a change of address or phone number. You are moving out of the...
  • May 4, 2021 - + 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 13790. 2) Applications are also available at the Information...
  • May 3, 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. + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post on Jesus giving directions to heaven. + Have you tried our online giving program yet? WeShare is a convenient way to donate to...
  • May 2, 2021 - + LIVE: Sunday Mass, the Fifth Sunday of Easter. + Mother’s Day is next Sunday. Volunteers will be selling carnations in the vestibule after all Masses on next weekend (May 8/9). The $1 donation per flower will help Birthright of Binghamton purchase baby clothes, maternity clothes, pregnancy tests, and other essential services for mothers and babies. Birthright is a prolife, nonprofit, volunteer organization dedicated to helping pregnant women and their babies. Also, looking for a special gift for your mother she’ll enjoy year after year? We have just a few copies left of the Amazing Tastes Cookbook for $20 each....
  • First Communion May 1, 2021 - + LIVE: Join us at 10:30 a.m. for the livestream of the First Communion Mass. Congratulations to our second-grade Faith Formation students for reaching this important milestone in their lives. + It’s May, the month dedicated to our Blessed Mother Mary. As Dc. Tom wrote in his blog yesterday, Pope Francis is encouraging all to pray the rosary each day in May for the end of the pandemic. Our Parish App has a page dedicated to the Rosary, accessed by clicking the MORE button on the lower right corner of the screen. It includes how to pray the Rosary and...
  • April 30, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about Pope Francis dedicating May to a rosary “marathon.” + Tomorrow our second grade students receive their First Holy Communion. Please keep Juliana Azzarella, Julian Brosius, Andrew Dyer, Ella Gasior, Manuel Figuerola, Gisele Franklin, Gianna Harper, Gavin Miller, Kellen Peters, Nathan Schertzer, Clara Swierk, and Cameron Terrell in your prayers for their special day as they receive the Holy Eucharist for the first time. + THRIVE OUTSIDE! It’s time to get some fresh air! Join us on Friday, May 14, 7-8 p.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Blessed Sacrament parish grounds. Bring your families...
  • April 29, 2021 - + Vocations: During the Holy Hour for Vocations on Monday night, STVBS parishioner Greg Hrostowski shared his formation journey toward becoming an ordained deacon next year. Watch his talk here. + Pre-Cana/Marriage Prep Class to be offered on May 22 for all engaged couples preparing for the Sacrament of Matrimony. The in-person Pre-Cana Day will be held at St. Paul’s Church, 282 Chenango St., Binghamton. Due to Covid restrictions, there is a limited number of spots, so please make your reservation early by calling their parish office at 723-5383 or 722-6492.
  • Miraculous Medal Novena April 28, 2021 - + Novena of the Miraculous Medal: Beginning May 4, we will resume the Miraculous Medal Novena to Our Blessed Lady as part of our daily Tuesday Mass. We ask that attendees pick up a copy of the Novena as they enter church and, while pandemic protocols remain in effect, to keep that copy for your personal future use on Tuesdays rather than return the copy to the back of the church. + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post on meditation as prayer. + CPR/AED Certification Class: The Emergency Management Committee is sponsoring cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)/ automatic external defibrillator (AED) certification training...
  • April 27, 2021 - + Pastoral Council Openings: We are currently seeking nominations for additional membership on the Parish Pastoral Council. In consultation with the Pastor, the Pastoral Council actively assists to identify and respond to the needs/concerns of the parish and promote dialogue among all. Please join your fellow parishioners in serving our parish community in this important capacity. All are encouraged to submit their names for consideration by May 9, 2021. The selection process will be held at each Mass on Pentecost weekend (May 22 & 23). Please contact Fr. Jim (722-3988) or Marilee Beyer (570-934-0976) for more information. + Let’s keep...
  • Holy Hour for Vocations SM April 26, 2021 - + Tonight: Please join us in the church from 7-8 p.m. for a Holy Hour for Vocations. Tonight will feature prayer and a special presentation by our deacon candidate, Greg Hrostowski. You do not have to preregister for this. Sign the attendance sheet in the vestibule. Masks must be worn and social distancing followed. + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post on making Sunday Mass the heart of post-pandemic life. + A note about online registration: After you fill out the information on our online Mass Registration form and click the blue Submit button, a Thank You message should appear with...
  • World Day of Prayer for Vocations April 25, 2021 - + LIVE at 10 a.m.: Sunday Mass, the Fourth Sunday of Easter. + Today is the World Day of Prayer for Vocations. According to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, “The purpose of World Day of Prayer for Vocations is to publicly fulfill the Lord’s instruction to, “Pray the Lord of the harvest to send laborers into his harvest.” (Mt 9:38; Lk 10:2). As a climax to a prayer that is continually offered throughout the Church, it affirms the primacy of faith and grace in all that concerns vocations to the priesthood and to the consecrated life. While appreciating...
  • Thrive outside April 23, 2021 - + It’s THRIVE OUTSIDE! Grab your lawn chair and join us on Friday May 14, 7-8 p.m. on St. Vincent de Paul Blessed Sacrament parish grounds for an evening of Music, Inspiration & Fellowship. In May, we celebrate the feasts of the Ascension of our Lord and Pentecost. Jesus reminds us in Matthew 28:20, “I am with you always.” Start that weekend off with some faith & friends! + Holy Hour for Vocations: Join us Monday, April 26 from 7-8 p.m. in the church for a Holy Hour for Vocations. Registration is not needed; sign the attendance sheet in the...
  • Earth Day April 22, 2021 - + Today is Earth Day. Below is a prayer offered from the Diocese of Syracuse. + Pastoral Council openings: We are currently seeking nominations for additional membership on the Parish Pastoral Council. In consultation with the Pastor, the Pastoral Council actively assists to identify and respond to the needs/concerns of the parish and promote dialogue among all. Please join your fellow parishioners in serving our parish community in this important capacity. All are encouraged to submit their names for consideration by May 9. The selection process will be held at each Mass on Pentecost weekend (May 22 & 23). Please...
  • Let's keep in touch April 21, 2021 - + Let’s keep in touch. If you have not sent back (or received) the recent post card asking how you prefer to be contacted by the parish, you can fill it out online HERE. You can select one of three choices as your preferred method to receive announcements and information: phone, email, or mail. Also, please notify the parish office if: You are new to the parish and would like to register. You have a change of address or phone number. You are moving out of the parish. You receive mail from the parish with an incorrect name, address or...