St. Mary of Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament Parish
648 JAY ST., UTICA, NY 13501 – 315-735-1482
Bishop Robert Cunningham confirmed 50 young adults during ceremonies Thursday, May 30, at Historic Old St. John’s Church, including eight from Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament Parish. The following received Sacrament of Confirmation from our parish (Confirmation names are in quotation marks; sponsors follow each individual): Juliana “Francesca” Allen — Faith Barres; Matthew “Christopher” Kernan […]
Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity Today, we celebrate the Trinity Sunday. God dwells in each of us, enabling us to be channels of God’s glory throughout the world. Today’s scriptures remind us that God’s Spirit strengthens our faith and provides direction. To the point: Who are the “nations” to whom Jesus sends us? All […]
Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ Reflection: Being in communion with God By SISTER MARY McGLONE Who knows what will result from the promises we make? Does the couple who says, “I do,” have any clue of the joy that awaits them, or what will test and deepen their love? These questions help […]
Father Jim was honored on the weekend of May 18 and 19, 2024, on the occasion of his 50th anniversary of his ordination. At the 4:30 p.m. Saturday Mass, he was presented with a proclamation from state Sen. Joseph Griffo, was treated to beautiful music by members of the parish’s Burmese community, and parishioners celebrated […]
The Solemnity of Pentecost Today we celebrate the great feast of Pentecost. The gift of the Spirit, given to the Apostles, empowered them to re-create the world with faith and energy. God has given us this very same Spirit. To the point: “If you love me.” “Whoever loves me.” Our love is always a free […]
Pentecost Sunday Reflection: The origins of evil By SISTER MARY McGLONE Our Liturgy of the Word for the Vigil of Pentecost begins by restating the Genesis myth of the Fall in a different context. This time, instead of an uppity couple ruining the tranquility of a garden, Genesis 11 portrays the paradise of a united […]
