Last Updated on April 27, 2022 by Editor We asked parishioners what Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament Parish means to them. Here are some of their responses: ‘Community and friendship’ I started attending Mass at Mount Carmel about 15-plus years ago after becoming engaged and (after) a long absence from attending any church. As with […]
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Our Parish Heritage, Part 6: Final chapter in the series about our history
Last Updated on April 27, 2022 by Editor Above: Father Jim and Bishop Douglas Lucia at the Men in Black softball game in 2019. This is the last in a series of articles highlighting the history of our parish leading to its 125th anniversary. Previous articles and issues of “More Good News” are available at […]
Promising future: Siniscarco siblings grounded in their faith by this parish
Last Updated on April 27, 2022 by Editor The Siniscaro siblings — John, Shaelin and Fallon — are among a number of young adults who have grown up in our parish and have carried on the great legacy begun by generations past. They have participated in many ministries of the parish since their childhood as […]
A proud past: Re Chiffy recounts what made ‘God’s house’ her ‘home’
Last Updated on April 27, 2022 by Editor By ROSEMARIE CHIFFY When it came time for me to verbalize what Mount Carmel means to me, one word kept coming to me over and over — home. Mount Carmel not only is the sanctuary of Christ, the place of worship my grandparents helped to build, but […]
Our Parish Heritage, Part 5: 4 decades of change
Last Updated on April 27, 2022 by Editor This is the fifth in a series of articles highlighting the history of our parish leading to its 125th anniversary. 1950-1991 Father William Pizzoglio’s assistant, Father Joseph Berton, became Mount Carmel’s next pastor. Out of his 26 years of service, his most lasting contribution was the construction […]
Mural above the sanctuary inspired by Raphael
Last Updated on April 27, 2022 by Editor By A.J. VALENTINI Parishioners and guests always are impressed by the art-filled walls and ceilings when they enter St. Mary of Mount Carmel Church. Perhaps the most admired work in the church at Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament Parish lies in the apse over the main altar. […]
Year of challenges leads to joyful celebrations
Last Updated on April 27, 2022 by Editor By TERRI PANUCCIO Preparing children for their First Communion during a pandemic has proven to be a challenge — but ultimately very rewarding. From New York state being completely shut down, to slowly opening with restrictions in place, I had to rethink my approach to the Faith […]
Pastor’s Perspective: After 125 years, it’s time to look beyond ourselves
Last Updated on April 27, 2022 by Editor St. Mary of Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament Parish celebrates and recognizes its 125th anniversary in this year of 2021, we are reminded of the importance of not only looking back, but also looking toward the future. There is much to be proud and grateful. The significance […]
Where Are They Now? Hayley Oliver making a difference.
Last Updated on April 27, 2022 by Editor We have a new feature in “More Good News” titled “Where Are They Now.” It highlights some of the “Next Generation” young people we have featured over the past 10 years. This issue catches up with Hayley Oliver, who we featured in the Fall 2014 issue. It’s […]
Our Parish Heritage, Part 4: Pizzoglio a man of action
Last Updated on April 27, 2022 by Editor This is the fourth in a series of articles highlighting the history of our parish leading to its 125th anniversary. Previous articles and issues of “More Good News” are available at www.mountcarmelblessedsacrament.com. 1934-1950 When Father William Pizzoglio became pastor in 1934, the parish had 2,035 families and […]