Tully parishioners make quilts for those in need

Dec 6, 2018 | Briefs

“Every child needs a quilt to cuddle,” says Florence Stanton from St. Leo’s Church in Tully. A few months ago, Florence got together with several ladies from St. Leo’s Parish and the parish youth group and decided to make a difference this...

Obituary Sister M. Jamesann McCue, IHM

Dec 6, 2018 | Briefs, Obituaries

Sister M. Jamesann McCue, IHM, of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary died on Nov. 26 at Our Lady of Peace Residence in Scranton, Pa. She was born on Aug. 15, 1928, in New York City and given the name Mary. She was the daughter of the late James and...

Third annual szopka festival and competition to be held in Utica

Dec 6, 2018 | Briefs

UTICA — The Kopernik Memorial Association, a local Polish cultural organization, is partnering with the Notre Dame Music Department for a special display and performing arts event at the Utica Public Library, Genesee Street, on Saturday, Dec. 8. The event...

Father Ballard speaks at St. Mary of Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament gathering

Nov 14, 2018 | Briefs

More than 230 people enjoyed the fourth annual St. Mary of Mount Carmel / Blessed Sacrament Parish Communion Brunch on Sunday, Oct. 21, at Daniele’s Banquet Specialists in New Hartford. Father Chris Ballard, the pastor at Our Lady of Hope in Syracuse, spoke on...

Angel Tree of Hope initiative distributes items in Oswego

Nov 14, 2018 | Briefs

Recently the Angel Tree of Hope program, established by the Catholic Community of Christ the Good Shepherd at St. Joseph’s and St. Stephen’s in Oswego, donated items to Morningstar Residential Care Center.    Morningstar received many items:...

‘Coats for a Cause’ collecting winter items for people in need

Nov 14, 2018 | Briefs

St. Joseph’s/St. Stephen’s Pastoral Office in Oswego is joining with La Parrilla Grill & Wine Bar in Oswego in “Coats for a Cause.” New and gently used coats, hats, and mittens will be collected for distribution on Thanksgiving Day. For the...