St. Mary of Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament Parish
648 JAY ST., UTICA, NY 13501 – 315-735-1482
Christ the King of the Universe On this last Sunday of the Church year, we celebrate Jesus Christ King of the Universe and Savior of the world. Christ is a king whose throne is the Cross of love and forgiveness. To the point: “If you are King . . . save yourself” the soldiers jeered […]
Christ the King of the Universe Reflection: This king is no ordinary ruler Bu SISTER MARY McGLONE “Save yourself!” Don’t we hear that hundreds of times a day, in various ways? Save yourself from the embarrassment of psoriasis. Save yourself from paying too much for insurance. Save yourself from strangers by getting a door camera. […]
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First Sunday of Advent Reflection: Hope dawns amid darkness By SISTER MARY McGLONE This last day of November ends another calendar month and moves us closer to Dec. 21, the winter solstice and the shortest day of the year, when we will be plunged into deeper darkness. Meanwhile, the liturgical season of Advent begins. These […]
Last Updated on November 25, 2025 by Editor Our annual Holiday Gala will be at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 10, at Monarch Banquets. Doors will open at p.m. Come and enjoy a wonderful quiet evening after the rush of the holiday season. Tickets are $35 per person (non-refundable) and will be available starting Sunday, […]
Last Updated on November 17, 2025 by Editor The deadline for Giving Tree gifts is Sunday, Nov. 30. Please bring UNWRAPPED gifts back to church by that day. If you weren’t able to grab a tag off the tree, you can contribute Walmart gift cards or Play-Doh. Once again, we will be helping the Thea […]
Last Updated on November 14, 2025 by Editor Although many organizations give out food to those in need, the recipients rarely have the means to open the cans. So, our junior high Faith Formation class decided to start the Can Opener Challenge. A committee of ninth- and 10th-grade students are looking for your help to […]
Last Updated on November 9, 2025 by Editor The annual Fall Craft Fair and Bake Sale took place on the weekend of Nov. 8 and 9. Many vendors from around the area offered their wares, and delicious homemade baked good were offered for sale. Proceeds are donated to area organizations. Photos are courtesy of Mario […]
Last Updated on November 21, 2025 by Editor As has become our annual tradition, join your fellow parishioners at 9 a.m. Mass on Thursday, Nov. 27, as we celebrate and thank God for all our blessings. Please bring a nonperishable food item to be distributed to a local organization.