Students showcase talent at Bishop Grimes Academic Games
Elementary school students from across central New York unite to celebrate learning By Allison Kenien, contributing writer Photos courtesy of Bishop Grimes Jr/Sr High School Every school year, Luke Stonecipher is excited about one big event: Bishop Grimes Academic...
God is actively recruiting
ABOVE: Seminarian Carlos Gonzalez holds the incense during a church procession. Seminarian Carlos Gonzalez shares how his faith and discernment confirmed his path to priesthood By Tami S. Scott, associate editor Photos courtesy of Carlos Gonzalez Local seminarian...
‘You are witnesses of these things’
ABOVE: Bishop Lucia delivers his Vocations Holy Hour homily. Behind him is Fr. Jason Hage, director of the diocesan Office for Vocations. Pope Francis, Bishop Lucia mark the day of prayer for vocations By Dc. Tom Cuskey, editor April 21, 2024 – Good Shepherd Sunday in...
One mom-theologian’s take on how to keep kids Catholic
By Charlie Camosy, OSV News Raising faithful Catholic kids in today’s society is not easy. Holly Taylor Coolman, assistant professor of theology at Providence College and adoptive mother of five, recognizes the many challenges and recently spoke with OSV...
Lead the way
ABOVE: Four members of the Syracuse Diocese graduated April 22 from Syracuse University and Le Moyne College’s Fellowship for Emerging Leaders in Ministry. From left: Father Paschal Anionye, Cathy Mackey, Sister Ann Kenyon and Deacon Anthony Miller. Four...
Obituary: Rev. Daniel W. Heintz
Served the diocese for nearly 70 years Rev. Daniel W. Heintz, 95, passed away peacefully with family members by his side on April 16, 2024 at The Nottingham in Jamesville. He was the son of Daniel and Marion Katherine (Evans), born August 18, 1928. A native of Our...
‘Envisioning the Future of Faith Formation Together’
Above: Denise Utter of Vibrant Faith starts the day with energy and enthusiasm. Diocese hosts workshop with nationally renowned speaker By Dc. Tom Cuskey, editor and Tami S. Scott, associate editor The gathering was focused on one theme: What does family catechesis...
A mom to her own … and several hundred others
Bishop Ludden students share why art class feels like home By Tami S. Scott, associate editor Art is more than just another class at Bishop Ludden Jr/Sr High School. It carries a vibe all its own that students for years have likened to home. How? Why? What is it about...
Building a brighter future
Funding helps students succeed By Eileen Jevis Staff writer When a child goes to school hungry, suffers with physical or mental health issues, family turmoil or housing insecurity, concentrating on academics is a challenge. The lack of adequate nutrition, medical...
Get to know the hopeful Black candidates to sainthood
By Eileen Jevis Staff writer Brief biographies of the six Black Catholics currently being considered for sainthood: Given the title of Venerable are: Pierre Toussaint (c. 1788-1853) was a devoted Catholic and daily communicant. He and his wife lived the gospel of...
