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The Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God Reflection: The mystery of the Mother of God By SISTER MARY McGLONE “Happy New Year!” If you’re from Denver, you not only might repeat that greeting through the month, but also leave your Christmas lights on until Jan. 22, the last day of the […]

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CALL TO WORSHIP & CENTERING PRAYERS

Fourth Sunday of Advent Call to worship On this Last Sunday of Advent, the Church calls us to reflect on how we embrace the birth of Jesus. Can we hear God’s voice in our dreams calling us to be more open and to welcome Christ in new and unexpected ways? To the point: In this […]

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THE WORD OF GOD THIS WEEK

Fourth Sunday of Advent Reflection: Signs abound this week By SISTER MARY McGLONE History tells us that Constantine became a catechumen after a symbol of Christ helped him win a crucial battle. Then, he waited until he was on his deathbed to be baptized. Baptism was a major commitment; until he knew his end was […]

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The Nativity of the Lord Reflection: Christmas makes us feel at home By SISTER MARY McGLONE Which Christmas Mass are you going to? When I was a child, we went to an early morning Mass — before we could see what Santa brought. Whichever celebration you choose, unless perhaps the Mass at Dawn, you know […]

PARISH NEWS

Gallery: ‘Bending Towards the Light – A Jazz Nativity’

The holiday season was brought to life with a performance of “Bending Towards the Light … A Jazz Nativity” Tuesday, Dec. 13, at St. Mary of Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament Parish. This holiday tradition was presented by Chelsea Opera from New York City along with Central New York’s most acclaimed jazz instrumentalists. Leonarda Priore […]

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Gallery: ‘Italian Christmas Gathering’ attendees dressed in their finest

The annual “Italian Christmas Gathering” took place Saturday, Dec. 10, at the Delta by Marriott Utica. The more than 150 people who attended were treated to a fine dinner and drinks, with entertainment provided by Anthony LaBarbera. The gala was sponsored by the parish Social Committee, the Italian Heritage Club and St. Rosalia Society. Here […]