St. Mary of Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament Parish
648 JAY ST., UTICA, NY 13501 – 315-735-1482
Former parishioner Dr. John D. DeCotis, retired Fayette County Schools Superintendent, recently had his second faith-based book, “Believe It,” published by Christian Faith Publishing. After teaching religious education for many years, he encountered confusion and questions concerning the teaching and practice of faith. This book explores many questions that people may have about their faith. […]
The Diocese of Syracuse’s Jail Ministry has been overwhelmed with requests for socks lately, getting as many as 30 to 40 requests per week. Its supply of socks almost is depleted. We’re asking our parishioners during Lent to please purchase new CREW socks (not ankle). They must be WHITE (no stripes). They can have a […]
Children and adults were treated to the second annual “Carnevale” on Saturday, Feb. 21, hosted by the parish’s Social Ministry and the Italian Heritage Club of the Mohawk Valley. It was organized once again by Fred Valentini, who conducted the activities. Participants created Mardi Gras-style masks, colored Italian characters and were treated to drinks and […]
Is there someone in your family or among your friends who wishes to receive the Eucharist on a weekly or monthly basis and is unable to attend Mass because of illness or disability? Are you willing to be an extraordinary minister for that person and bring the Eucharist to them? You are qualified if you […]
ABOVE: Maria Peycke and her mom, Rosemarie Chiffy. Maria said her daughter Mia was right by her side as Maria cared for her mother. “Mia has always had an understanding of my mother’s situation that was far beyond her years. As we discussed what would happen for her after graduation, she said that she wanted […]
ABOVE: Bill and Jacky Thibault help keep Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament vibrant with all the ministries in which they participate. They were honored by the diocese in December with the Immaculata Award for their volunteerism. Bill Thibault retired in 2012, but he apparently doesn’t know the meaning of relaxation. Though he doesn’t work professionally […]
ABOVE: On Sept. 15, 1901, Bishop Scalabrini (now a saint) blesses the cornerstone of the new church. This year we mark another milestone — the 130th year of the birth of our parish. Although the first Mass celebrated in our building was in 1896, we can trace our lineage as far back as 1865. In […]
I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of Heaven and Earth, of all things visible and invisible. I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with […]
Catholic vs. Protestant Bibles Question: Why are Catholic and Protestant Bibles different? Answer: Since the earliest days of the Church, Christians used a Greek translation of the Old Testament known as the Septuagint. This collection of the texts of the Hebrew Scriptures included 46 books. At the time of the Protestant Reformation in the 1500s, […]
When life is going along relatively well, we don’t seem to have much time for God. Praying and “getting right with God” are the last things on their minds. But it is our loss if we regard prayer merely as a spiritual fire extinguisher labeled “for emergency use only.” Prayer is also for good times. […]