St. Mary of Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament Parish
648 JAY ST., UTICA, NY 13501 – 315-735-1482
Last Updated on April 2, 2023 by Editor The Mount Carmel Society hosted a Lenten Luncheon Wednesday, March 29, in the Salerno Room. “The Poor Man’s Luncheon” included minestrone soup and a choice of a grilled cheese or tuna sandwich. More than $1,000 was raised for Abraham House. Helping out at the luncheon, in addition […]
Last Updated on March 29, 2023 by Editor The first East Utica Italian Spelling Bee, conceived by Father Jim, took place Friday evening, March 24, in the church auditorium. About 60 people attended and watched contestants try to spell so-called Italian words and use them in a sentence. Contestants were Anthony Laria, Scott Perritano and […]
Last Updated on March 25, 2023 by Editor The Fourth Sunday of Lent, Laetare Sunday, helps us finish the Lenten journey with Christ’s resurrection in mind. On this “Rose Sunday,” popes have walked from the Church of St. John Lateran to the Basilica of the Holy Cross with a golden rose — perhaps a symbol […]
Last Updated on March 9, 2023 by Editor Dear Sisters and Brothers in the Lord, As we continue our Lenten pilgrimage of prayer, fasting, and charitable works, I would like to update you on the status of the Chapter 11 reorganization proceedings for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Syracuse. The Diocese of Syracuse filed for […]
Last Updated on February 26, 2023 by Editor The holy season of Lent began on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22. In one of his “Wise & Otherwise” articles, Father Jim writes: “The gospel names some of the traditional Lenten practices undertaken by Christians in order to help them achieve their goal: almsgiving, prayer and fasting. “Most […]
Last Updated on January 12, 2023 by Editor For the Feast of Epiphany on Jan. 8, parish children at every Mass assembled and offered gifts that asked for God’s blessings upon this new year. These gifts were brought forth during the Gathering Rite and left at the parish crèche. The Offertory Procession was also highlighted […]
Last Updated on January 6, 2023 by Editor Due to limited help in the parish office, we ask that when submitting Prayer Remembrance requests, they are done on SEPARATE ENVELOPES for each request, and not with multiple names on one sheet of paper. When requests are sent in with multiple names on one page, it makes for more […]
Last Updated on December 31, 2022 by Editor Our parish community, friends, family and visitors celebrated the Birth of Christ at Masses at 4:30 p.m. and midnight on Christmas Eve, and 8 and 10:30 a.m. Christmas Day. At the 4:30 Family Mass, the packed church listened to the story of the Nativity read by “Mary” […]
Last Updated on December 17, 2022 by Editor The holiday season was brought to life with a performance of “Bending Towards the Light … A Jazz Nativity” Tuesday, Dec. 13, at St. Mary of Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament Parish. This holiday tradition was presented by Chelsea Opera from New York City along with Central […]
Last Updated on December 14, 2022 by Editor The annual “Italian Christmas Gathering” took place Saturday, Dec. 10, at the Delta by Marriott Utica. The more than 150 people who attended were treated to a fine dinner and drinks, with entertainment provided by Anthony LaBarbera. The gala was sponsored by the parish Social Committee, the […]