Catholics must build a more humble church, seeking truth together, pope says
By Carol Glatz Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The supreme rule in the Catholic Church is love, which compels all of the faithful to serve, not to judge, exclude or dominate others, Pope Leo XIV said. “No one should impose his or her own ideas;...
BLG teachers, students visit the National Centre for Padre Pio
Story and photos submitted by Peter Capponi In a spirit of faith, reverence, and pilgrimage, Mr. Capponi and Mr. VanTassel, along with five students from Bishop Ludden-Grimes Jr./Sr. High School, journeyed to the National Centre for Padre Pio in Barto, Pennsylvania,...
Who are The Catholic Sun board members? (part two)
Meet the people who guide and support The Sun behind the scenes By Elizabeth Landry Staff writer In our last print issue, we introduced readers to three of the board members for The Catholic Sun. Below is Q&A with the remaining members. Bob Vertucci is a regional...
IC kindergarteners have fun on field trip to apple orchard
Immaculate Conception School students in Mrs. M. Pierret’s kindergarten class had a great time at their fall field trip to LaFayette’s Beak and Skiff Apple Orchard. They were able to ride the tractor wagon through the orchard and pick apples. They enjoyed their snack,...
In memoriam: Sister Rita Marie Fritzen, OSF
Sister Rita Marie Fritzen, OSF went home to God on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. Sister Rita was born in Orange, NJ, and was a Sister of St. Francis for 40 years. Sister’s ministry of service to the people of God began in the field of Education. She not only loved her...
Ballots and blessings: Student council elections teach civic duty
By Elizabeth Landry Staff writer On the afternoon of Oct. 14, a valuable civics lesson was in full swing at Most Holy Rosary School in Syracuse. In the sixth-grade student council election, students in grades four through six cast their votes using real ballots and an...
Family/Respect Life Healing Ministries: Part One
Supporting those who carry the crosses of infertility and pregnancy loss By Elizabeth Landry Staff writer As we continue celebrating Respect Life Month, The Catholic Sun is delving into the many beautiful healing ministries the Family/Respect Life Office provides to...
Catholic Charities of Oneida/Madison Counties celebrates centennial
Creating hope with compassion and respect By Eileen Jevis Staff writer “We prove our love for Jesus by what we do, by who we are.” – Mother Theresa Even when commemorating their accomplishments over the past 100 years, Catholic Charities of Oneida/Madison Counties...
‘Every human being has value’
Students at Bishop Ludden-Grimes commemorate Respect Life Month By: Eileen Jevis Staff writer (Editor’s note: A Mass for Life was also celebrated on Oct. 6 at Notre Dame Jr-Sr High School in Utica, on Oct. 9 at Seton Catholic Central in Binghamton, and one is...
59 years later, an improbable reunion at Our Lady of Solace
Story and photos submitted by Charles Paikert What did a stone lithographer, professional storyteller, healing practitioner, social worker, cardiologist, pastor, defense contractor, physician’s assistant, as well as lawyers, corporate executives, authors and teachers...
Pope Leo XIV encourages, shares gratitude with the Catholic Charities network
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — As Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA) hosts the 115th annual gathering of the Catholic Charities network this week, Pope Leo XIV sent a letter expressing gratitude for the life-giving ministries of Catholic Charities agencies spread out across all...
Love for the poor is hallmark of faith, pope says in first exhortation
By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Many Christians “need to go back and re-read the Gospel” because they have forgotten that faith and love for the poor go hand in hand, Pope Leo XIV said in his first major papal document....
A statement from Most Rev. Douglas J. Lucia, Bishop of Syracuse on ‘Dilexi te’
Today, Pope Leo XIV has shared with the Church and all people of goodwill the
Apostolic Exhortation, "Dilexi te”. He addresses it, “To all Christians on Love of the Poor.”
Yesterday, he shared the text with the Episcopal College (the College of Bishops), and in a note to us, His Holiness wrote, “May ‘Dilexi te’ help the Church to serve the poor and help bring the poor to Christ.”
Community leaders honored for their service
Catholic Charities celebrates 40 years carrying out mission of Christ By Eileen Jevis Staff writer Three community leaders were honored for their contributions to social justice and living a life of faith in service to others at the annual House of Providence Awards...
Our Lady of Hope ‘on track for another 100 years of service’
Syracuse Parish celebrates milestone anniversary By Tami S. Scott Editor During the weekend of Sept. 26, about 200 parishioners celebrated their beloved parish’s 100th anniversary with a special Friday evening Mass and reception that followed. Father Michael Galuppi,...
Who are The Catholic Sun board members?
Meet the people who guide and support The Sun behind the scenes By Elizabeth Landry Staff writer Every other week, readers of The Catholic Sun are greeted with a new print issue in their mailbox (and a new digital issue in their email inbox on alternating weeks!)....
In memoriam: Sister Maureen Cryan, IHM
Sister Maureen Cryan, IHM, (formerly known as Sister M. St. Virginia) of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, died on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025, at Our Lady of Peace Residence in Scranton, Penn. Born on Jan. 26, 1927, in New York, NY, Sister Maureen...
Five individuals; two teams to be inducted into the CBA Lasallian Athletic Hall of Fame
Five individuals and two teams will be inducted into the Lasallian Athletic Hall of Fame at a dinner and ceremony at the Marriott Hotel Syracuse on Saturday, Nov. 1. This year’s inductees include: Russ Cusano ‘64 — Two-time All-City basketball selection. Led the...
You’re not alone
Diocese offers healing ministries to help when life hurts By Tami S. Scott Editor October is Respect Life Month, and the Syracuse Diocese is rich in healing ministries to serve people in times of challenges, difficulties, and pain — from conception to natural death....
St. Mary of Mount Carmel celebrates 180 years
By Kate Twiss Contributing writer The bell at St. Mary of Mount Carmel Catholic Church sounded on Sept. 21, inviting all to take their pews inside the historic church in honor of the 180th anniversary of its founding. The 11 a.m. Mass was concelebrated by Father John....
St. Mary of the Assumption Parish and Shrine in Oswego celebrates 100th anniversary
All are invited to attend the Oct. 12 Mass Story and photos submitted by Jim Schneider St. Mary of the Assumption Parish and Shrine in Oswego, at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 12, will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the completion and consecration of its beautiful...
First family Eucharist at Bishop Ludden-Grimes
By Elizabeth Landry Staff writer A few weeks into the 2025-26 school year, a momentous occasion took place at Bishop Ludden-Grimes Jr/Sr High School in Syracuse: the former Bishop Grimes and Bishop Ludden junior-senior high schools came together and celebrated the...
‘The Holy Spirit Forms Candidates’
Above: Newly commissioned lay ministers commit to three years of service to the Diocese. Sun photos | Chuck Wainwright Fifteen men and women commissioned as lay ministers By Eileen Jevis Staff writer On Sunday, Sept. 28, 14 men and women were newly commissioned and...
A letter from Bishop Lucia on Respect Life Month
Dear Diocesan Family, The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops over the years has dedicated the month of October as Respect Life Month and its first Sunday, as Respect Life Sunday. It does so to reiterate one of the most basic teachings of our Catholic faith —...
Pope: Catholic media should help readers understand, advocate, act
By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — To call itself “Catholic,” a magazine must try to look at the world the way Christ does and give witness to his saving love and power, Pope Leo XIV said. The pope met the writers and staff of...
Pope asks everyone to pray the rosary for peace throughout October
By, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Leo XIV asked Catholics to pray the rosary each day in October for peace. The pope made his request at the end of his weekly general audience Sept. 24 and the day after he said he had spoken again with the...
Pope praises women’s religious orders for courage, generosity
By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — In its religious orders, the Catholic Church has an array of strong, courageous and generous women who care for the poor, defend peace and share the Gospel message of salvation in Christ, Pope Leo XIV...
Catechetical Sunday 2025
Always be ready to share your hope By Andrea Slaven Director of Child and Family Catechesis Each year, the Catholic Church in the United States sets aside the third Sunday in September to celebrate Catechetical Sunday, a day to honor those who teach the faith and to...
Organ concert at St. Mary’s in Oswego to commemorate 100th anniversary
Dr. Brian DuSell will perform every piece from the 1925 dedication concert Submitted by Jim Schneider St. Mary’s trustee, historian, and bookkeeper On Sept. 21, at 4 p.m., Dr. Brian DuSell, music director and organist at Immaculate Conception Cathedral in Syracuse,...
