St. Mary of Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament Parish
648 JAY ST., UTICA, NY 13501 – 315-735-1482
Fifty years ago in 1976, the Rev. Gino Marzola, then our associate pastor, had a dream to begin a small group to provide contemporary music from the sanctuary for the Saturday Vigil Mass. He gathered young people from CYO who could play instruments or were willing to sing. CYO adult sponsors such as Mary and […]
A profound gap exists in our lives and in our world. No matter what our religion, race or location on the planet, and whether we are rich, poor or something in between, we all know this tension from experience: There’s a gap between what the world is and what we wish, hope or believe it […]
In this issue of “More Good News” we are celebrating the 50th anniversary of our Music Ministry, which began in 1976 as the Folk Group. Of course, we all enjoy the enhancement of weekly Masses with the contribution of our choir and musicians under Peter Elacqua’s direction. There is another component to that ministry, however […]
On Sunday, April 26, 2026, 24 children received their First Holy Communion with their families and friends in attendance. The children, under the guidance of Terri Panuccio, K-6 Faith Formation director, have been preparing for this day for months. The children’s last names are not published due to diocesan guidelines that prohibit identifying children younger […]
The Resurrection of Our Lord was celebrated in joyful style during the Easter Vigil on Saturday, April 4. The evening began in the dark with the lighting of the Paschal Candle and the procession around the church, where parishioners held their lit candles illuminating the building. Old Testament readings highlighted, among others, the creation story, […]
Parishioners and friends from Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament and St. Anthony & St. Agnes parishes commemorated the Last Supper and the institution of the Holy Eucharist on Holy Thursday, April 2, at Mount Carmel Church. The traditional setting of the altar table and washing of the feet took place. After Mass, the procession around […]
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. […]
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 […]