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  • Stations of the Cross Feb. 26, 2021 - + Stations of the Cross will be held in the church today at 7 p.m. If you attend in person, please register on the sheet in the vestibule. All COVID protocols remain in place. They will also be livestreamed on our YouTube page. Follow along with the guide below: + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about overcoming fear in the time of pandemic. + Take a virtual Lenten Retreat with Bishop Lucia, March 15-17. Join Bishop Lucia and guest speakers virtually through Livestream for three sessions from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. each night. Day 1 – Renewal of Faith –...
  • Feb. 25, 2021 - + Tonight! You are invited to He Reigns-Drawing Families Nearer to the Kingship of Christ, a Christ the King Retreat House mission to be held on Thursday, Feb, 25 from 6-8 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Binghamton. Speakers include Chris Spilka (director of Christ the King Retreat House) and Fr. Jason Hage (director of Vocation Promotion in the Syracuse Diocese), with music by Jeremy Bobak. This event will be livestreamed on St. Thomas’ YouTube channel.
  • Feb. 24, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about Blessed Luke Belludi, friend of St. Anthony of Padua. + Sessions begin this Friday – Lenten Faith Talks! What is Faith Talks small group faith-sharing you ask? It is a chance to come together as parish family (in person or online) to share thoughts and insights about the weekly Gospel message. This is not Bible Study, but you will learn Scripture. This is not a support group, but you will look to your group for support. It’s not a prayer group, but, you’ll pray together. It’s all about conversation and spiritual growth. You’ll...
  • Parish App logo Feb. 23, 2021 - + Scholarship opportunity: The Ladies of Charity will award two $500 scholarships to high school seniors who plan to pursue a service-oriented career which specifically makes a difference in someone’s life. The scholarship is based on academic achievement, financial need, and service to school, church and community. Please see your school guidance counselor for an application. Deadline is April 17, 2021. + On the go? Access the best of STVBS right from your phone or device. Download our Parish App to get quick access to news, Mass registration, links to livestreams, Daily Readings, online giving, information on how to pray...
  • Feb. 22, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post – of Pope Francis, Thomas Merton and stew. + Amazing Graces needs your “Amazing Compassion”: During the pandemic, the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry has faced challenges in meeting food distribution requirements. One of the challenges has been the need to use only new/unused bags that can carry multiple canned items. Plastic, as you know, is now banned. Pam has had to purchase durable grocery bags (such as the Wegmans’ bags we use at Thanksgiving) with the monies meant for food. While this pandemic continues, as a parish, the STVBS Women’s Club Ministry is...
  • Feb. 21, 2021 - + Watch Sunday Mass LIVE, said for Margaret Hardt and the People of STVBS. + You are invited to He Reigns-Drawing Families Nearer to the Kingship of Christ, a Christ the King Retreat House mission to be held on Thursday, Feb, 25 from 6-8 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Binghamton. Speakers include Chris Spilka (director of Christ the King Retreat House) and Fr. Jason Hage (director of Vocation Promotion in the Syracuse Diocese), with music by Jeremy Bobak. This event will be livestreamed on St. Thomas’ YouTube channel.
  • Ignite logo SM Feb. 20, 2021 - + Ignite 2021 announced: The IGNITE 2021 Catholic Men’s Conference will be held on Saturday, March 20. The theme this year is “Take Refuge in the Lord.” In response to limits on public gatherings, men can participate in the conference at STVBS’s parish satellite location or from home (the choice is made at registration). There will be ways to interact and provide the same enrichment which men have come to know since 2009. The conference will start with Mass celebrated by Bishop Douglas Lucia, followed by Author Steve Ray, former NFL quarterback Chris Greisen and Fr Jason Hage, director of...
  • Faith Talks SM logo Feb. 19, 2021 - + Join us today for Stations of the Cross LIVE at 7 p.m. in the church. Register on the sheet in the vestibule. All COVID protocols remain in place. + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about St. John Chrysostom’s thoughts on prayer. + NEW: Lenten Faith Talks! What is Faith Talks small group faith-sharing you ask? It is a chance to come together as parish family (in person or online) to share thoughts and insights about the weekly Gospel message. This is not Bible Study, but you will learn Scripture. This is not a support group, but you will look...
  • Feb. 18, 2021 - + Every Friday in Lent through Good Friday we welcome you to pray the Stations of the Cross in the church at 7 p.m. As Father Jim said, “This is a great way for us to reflect upon the great love that God has for us as we recall His suffering and death.” You do not need to pre-register. There will be an attendance sheet in the vestibule you must sign. All COVID protocols remain in place. + Lenten resources now available for you in the church: Steadfast Love booklets featuring daily Lenten devotions from Henri J.M. Nouwen are available...
  • Bishop Lucia pastoral letter Bishop Lucia’s Pastoral Letter - + Today Bishop Douglas J. Lucia issued his first pastoral letter, In the Name of Jesus. This letter explains Bishop Lucia’s vision and priorities for the Syracuse Diocese. You can read the letter by clicking on the link below.
  • Ash Wednesday Feb. 17, 2021 ~ Ash Wednesday - + Watch Ash Wednesday Mass LIVE, said for Joshua Drayton, at 9 a.m. + Lent begins today. Here are some events/resources to guide your 40-day journey: EVENTS Join us for Stations of the Cross, every Friday in Lent at 7 p.m. No pre-registration needed. Sign the sheet in the vestibule. All COVID protocols will be followed. March 3, 10, 17, 24: Theology on Tap sessions for young adults at Coppertop Tavern in Vestal. Pre-registration required. Learn more here. March 29: The Light is On from 4-7 p.m. for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. April 1: Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s...
  • Feb. 16, 2021 - + Register for Ash Wednesday Masses by 3 p.m. today either online or by phone. Mass times are 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. + Lent begins tomorrow, Ash Wednesday. Here are two practices the faithful follow during this time: Abstaining from meat—Catholics ages 14 and older are required to abstain from meat on Ash Wednesday (February 17th) and Good Friday (April 1st) as well as on all Fridays during Lent. Fasting—Catholics between the ages of 18 and 59 are required to fast (eat only one full meal; two smaller meals may be taken but may not be equal to the...
  • Consecration to St. Joseph - + The Syracuse Diocese’s Consecration to St. Joseph begins today and continues through March 19, the Feast of St. Joseph. We are encouraged to pray the Litany to St. Joseph over the next 33 days. Litany of St. Joseph+ Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy.Christ, have mercy. Christ, have mercy.Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy.Christ, hear us. Christ, graciously hear us.God, the Father of Heaven, have mercy on us.God the Son, Redeemer of the world,have mercy on us.God the Holy Spirit, have mercy on us.Holy Trinity, One God, have mercy on us.Holy Mary, pray for us.Saint Joseph, pray for us.Noble...
  • Presidents Day Feb. 15, 2021 ~ Presidents Day - + The parish office is closed today in honor of the Presidents Day holiday, but Ash Wednesday Mass reservations are open online. Phone in your reservations on Tuesday for either the 9 a.m. and 5 :30 p.m. Masses. The deadline for making reservations is 3 p.m. Tuesday. Watch a video on how ashes will be distributed under COVID regulations here. + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about St. Bernard’s advice on seeking wisdom. + If you are interested in joining the weekly ZOOM video sessions on the Lenten series The Search—that begin tomorrow—email gmatt@syrdio.org to register.
  • World Marriage Day small Feb. 14, 2021 ♥ - + Happy Valentine’s Day! This weekend, fittingly, we also celebrate World Marriage Day. May God bless all who have made this sacred commitment and strengthen their love with each passing year. + Watch Sunday Mass LIVE, said for Raymond Zapfel and the People of STVBS.
  • Feb. 13, 2021 - + Consecration of the Diocese of Syracuse to St. Joseph begins this Monday: On February 15, and continuing for 33 days, the consecration will culminate in a diocesan celebration of the Feast of St. Joseph at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception at noon on March 19. Honoring both the Year of St. Joseph and the Year of Vocations, we invoke the intercession of St. Joseph as patron of the Universal Church, and bring our diocesan family under his care and protection. The consecration is an opportunity to recommit ourselves to our baptismal calling, reminiscent of Joseph rising from a...
  • Virstual Date Night SM Feb. 12, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about Vatican Radio’s 90th anniversary. + Reminder: The parish office is closed Monday for the Presidents Day holiday. Be sure to make your Ash Wednesday Mass reservations by 11 a.m. today or 3 p.m. Tuesday. + Virtual Date Night series begins Saturday, Feb. 20: Could you and your spouse use a dose of fun? Join other couples for some laughs and some time to reconnect. Virtual Date Night is being offered through the Syracuse Diocese Office of Family/Respect Life on the third Saturday of every month from 8-9 pm on Zoom. This free date...
  • Feb. 11, 2021 - + Join Bishop Lucia in a Lourdes Virtual Pilgrimage on the World Day of the Sick: Today we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes as well as the 29th World Day of the Sick. This could be the most significant World Day of the Sick amidst the worldwide pandemic. Let’s join together to pray for those suffering from illness and those that care for them. St. John Paul II instituted the World Day of the Sick as a day to honor the sick and suffering throughout the world. From our sickbed, wheelchair, hospital, home or wherever we are,...
  • Feb. 10, 2021 - + Read Dc. Tom’s Blog post about tomorrow’s 27th World Day of Prayer. + In celebration of World Day for Consecrated Life last week, Sr. Rose Casaleno shared with our parish the path she took to her vocation. Sr. Rose, a Sister of St. Joseph of Carondelet, Albany, is the director of Newman House at Binghamton University. Here is a video of her talk. If you are interested in pursuing a vocation in consecrated life, visit the Syracuse Diocese Office of Vocation Promotion webpage to see opportunities for both men and women.
  • Feb. 9, 2021 - + “The Search,” a new Lenten video series starts one week from today. Join us for a Lenten Young Adult & Adult Evangelization Series: “The Search.” The series will be held on Tuesdays from February 16 to March 23. UPDATED: Sessions are via Zoom at 6:30 p.m.The world is changing, and more than likely you have a nagging feeling—a yearning—to understand your place in the cosmos. You Wonder, You Question, You Explore. The Search is an innovative video series that tackles the key questions of every human heart. This series features seven beautifully filmed episodes hosted by Chris Stefanick and...