St. Mary of Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament Parish
648 JAY ST., UTICA, NY 13501 – 315-735-1482
Faith Formation classes are going to start soon for kindergarten through sixth grade and junior and senior high school students. The K-6 program begins on Sunday, Sept. 27. Packets have been mailed to parents. The junior-senior high school program begins in November. Information has been sent to parents. Seventh- and eighth-grade students will have classes […]
The 13th annual Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament Parish Golf Tournament teed off on Sunday, Aug. 23, at Twin Ponds Golf & Country Club in New York Mills under cloudy skies, with breaks of sun. Forecasts for the week prior predicted thunderstorms and rain, but God shined down on the festivities. Nearly 80 golfers participated […]
Everyone who is a liturgical minister — such as Eucharist ministers, choir members/instrumentalists, sacristans, adult altar servers, lectors, ushers, greeters and homebound ministers — must take the Safe Environment Training course to continue in their ministry. Please note: If you have already taken the Virtus training, then you do not have to do it again until your […]
The 2026 Italian Festival concluded Sunday once again under blue skies and comfortable conditions. Saturday’s inclement weather reduced attendance after the festival opened on Friday, July 17, under beautiful sunny blue skies and warm temperatures. Sunday drew a nice crowd as people enjoyed a variety of food, pizza fritta and a spaghetti luncheon. The 11 […]
Following the novena on Wednesday, June 24, the Salerno Room was filled with people enjoying the first Ice Cream Social sponsored by the Social Ministry. Participants lined up and were treated to ice cream with their choice of several toppings, including Our Lady of Mount “Caramel” sauce. There also was fruit punch, coffee and water […]
On Thursday, May 28, 28 young adults from our parish — along with other teens from neighboring parishes — received the Sacrament of Confirmation at Historic Old St. John’s Church. We ask you to keep these individuals in your prayers as they embark on the next chapter of their faith journey. Here are those who […]
Congratulations to Antonio Ricco III, who recently graduated from Boston University with a juris doctorate degree. He lives in Boston with his wife, Daniela, and will be working at a law firm. He is the son of Anthony Ricco and Lucia Ricco. Gabriella Trunfio headed to Xavier University Congratulations to Gabriella Trunfio, a 2026 graduate of […]
On Sunday, May 10, members of the First Communion class participated in the traditional May Crowning. The children walked in the opening procession. After the homily, one young boy carried the flowered crown and a young girl crowned the statue of Our Lady of Fatima as the choir sang “Bring Flowers of the Rarest.” The […]
Would you consider bringing the Eucharist to someone who is homebound, sick in the hospital or at a home for the elderly? If so, call the rectory (315-735-1482) and leave your name and phone number. We will provide a short training course for you after the Sunday Mass you attend. We are hoping to have […]
Father Jim is seeking a new tenant for the former convent building. The current occupant is leaving. Organizations or businesses looking for a place to rent are urged to call the parish office at 315-735-1482 for details. If anyone you know might be interested, please have them contact the office.