Aug 15, 2020 | Local, Uncategorized
A day long anticipated was joyfully celebrated Aug. 15 as Father Malachi Clark was ordained the newest priest of the Diocese of Syracuse by Bishop Douglas J. Lucia at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception.
Jun 12, 2020 | Uncategorized, US & World
A former military commander accused of killing six Jesuits and two women working with the Society of Jesus during El Salvador’s civil war went on trial June 8 in Spain, offering hopes of justice for crimes that have wallowed in impunity for more than three decades.
May 31, 2020 | Reader's Voice, Uncategorized
To the editor: We, the Justice and Peace Committee of St. Lucy’s Church are much saddened by recent events, and we deplore and denounce the death of George Floyd at the hands of the police in Minneapolis. We likewise ache for those in that community and other...
May 15, 2020 | Local, Uncategorized
By Renée K. Gadoua | Contributing writer Some businesses in Central New York resumed operation May 15, but it’s unclear where churches fit into the state’s reopening plan. Diocesan Masses remain suspended to prevent spreading the novel coronavirus, which causes...
May 6, 2020 | Coronavirus, Local, Uncategorized
Do one mile and write a sign to show support for heroes of pandemic By Tom Maguire | Associate editor It’s the freestyle mile — a crisis tonic. Participants, for example, can walk, run, drive, row, rollerblade, skateboard, or swim and dedicate it to the heroes of the...
Apr 2, 2020 | Coronavirus, Uncategorized, US & World
By Mark Pattison Catholic News Service WASHINGTON (CNS) — Is this what they mean by “cancel culture”? “The Church Today” conference at Villanova University — canceled. The Archdiocese of Atlanta’s eucharistic congress —...
Feb 26, 2020 | Uncategorized, US & World
By Anna Jones | Catholic News Service Each year in the days before Lent, my husband and I share a list of what we plan to give up that year. Last year, it took just a few moments for him to start to rattle off an exhaustive list of goals. Once I chimed in with my own...
Dec 4, 2019 | Local, Uncategorized
Sacred Heart Church in Cicero broke ground for a Eucharistic Adoration Chapel Nov. 19. Pictured from left are Robin Sullivan, daughter of the major benefactor for the chapel, Ronald Stott; Jackie Fietkiewicz, trustee of Sacred Heart Parish; Ed King,...
Nov 8, 2019 | Uncategorized
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Sep 13, 2019 | Uncategorized
By Catholic Sun staff The Diocese of Syracuse is not currently considering filing for bankruptcy in light of lawsuits brought against it under the Child Victims Act, the diocese said Sept. 12. The Child Victims Act opened on Aug. 14 a one-year “look-back” window...
Aug 15, 2019 | Uncategorized
By Katherine Long | Editor Yesterday, under the Child Victims Act, a one-year “look-back” window opened, allowing adults who were sexually abused as children to bring claims previously beyond the statute of limitations. The Diocese of Syracuse has been named in 19...
Jul 2, 2019 | Local, Uncategorized
Deacon Nick Alvaro has been appointed temporary administrator of the linked parishes of St. Matthew in East Syracuse, St. Mary of the Assumption in Minoa, and St. Francis of Assisi in Bridgeport, effective August 1. The appointment was announced by the diocese July 2....
Jun 15, 2019 | Local, Uncategorized
Beginning July 6 and 7, Masses will be celebrated at 4:30 p.m. on Saturdays and at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. on Sundays.
Jun 10, 2019 | Uncategorized, US & World
When the bishops gather in Baltimore starting June 11, Bishop W. Shawn McKnight of Jefferson City, Missouri, said he’s “hopeful we will have some progress made in moving the football” on the church’s response to the abuse crisis by approving several proposals to hold the bishops accountable.
May 7, 2019 | Local, Uncategorized
Seminarians Brendan Foley, John Leo Oduor, and Dennis Walker stand with Bishop Robert J. Cunningham following the celebration of their Rite of Candidacy May 6, 2019. (Sun photo | Katherine Long) By Katherine Long | Editor St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church rang...
Feb 6, 2019 | Uncategorized
Schools throughout the diocese celebrated Catholic Schools Week Jan. 27 to Feb. 2 with Masses, creative events, and service projects for their communities. Pictured here are just a few scenes from the weeklong celebration; visit facebook.com/SyrCatholicSun for even...
Jan 21, 2019 | Uncategorized, US & World
Those who stand up for the dignity of life in all its stages and want to see this respect for all life enshrined once again in U.S. law have a friend in the Pence family and the Trump administration, Vice President Mike Pence told the March for Life crowd on the National Mall Jan. 18.
Jun 7, 2018 | Uncategorized
By Katherine Long | Editor For a guy who’s never been able to stay still, Matt Rawson was the picture of peace and contentment May 24 as he reflected on his journey to the priesthood. “I cannot sit still to save my life,” he laughed, settling into a pew at his home...
Jan 5, 2019 | Uncategorized, US & World
Catholic organizations have recalibrated their priorities in light of a new, divided Congress, with Democrats taking control of the House and Republicans slightly increasing their heretofore razor-thin edge in the Senate.
Jul 11, 2018 | Uncategorized
Oswego parishes to form one community By Katherine Long | Editor Four Catholic parishes in Oswego have begun a yearlong process to form one faith community that will worship on one church campus. In announcements mailed to homes, provided in parishes, and made at...
Dec 12, 2018 | Local, Uncategorized
The Dominican Retreat & Conference Center in Niskayuna has scheduled two “Solitude on a Busy Highway” programs: • 7:30 p.m. Dec. 31, New Year’s Evening of Reflection, “The Kingdom is Coming!” Presenter: Father Ed Deimeke. Evening only (concludes about 12:30 a.m.),...
Dec 6, 2018 | Uncategorized
The Mt. Carmel – Blessed Sacrament parish choir will offer its annual Advent Lessons and Christmas Concert on Sunday, Dec. 16, at 4:30 p.m. in the church at Mohawk and Jay streets. Share some time in prayer, song, and reflection during this holy season of Advent...
Nov 7, 2018 | Bishop Cunningham, My Place in the Sun, Uncategorized
National Vocation Awareness Week is an annual weeklong celebration of the Catholic Church in the United States dedicated to promoting vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and consecrated life through prayer and education, and to renewing our prayers and support for...
Oct 31, 2018 | Bishop Cunningham, My Place in the Sun, Uncategorized
The annual Syracuse Catholic Women’s Conference was held at the Oncenter on Saturday, October 27. Since its inception nine years ago women from our diocese and surrounding dioceses have gathered to be enriched by the presentations of guest speakers, the availability...
Oct 10, 2018 | Bishop Cunningham, My Place in the Sun, Uncategorized
We are living in a secularized culture that leaves little room for a relationship with Jesus. Membership in the Church is considered by many to be unimportant. Baptized Catholics are abandoning their faith at an alarming rate. Many parents are perplexed and saddened...
Mar 29, 2017 | 2017 Archives, Bishop Cunningham, My Place in the Sun, Uncategorized
On Saturday March 25, more than 800 men from our diocese attended the ninth annual IGNITE Conference at the SRC Arena. It was a fine day that nourished the hearts and minds of the dedicated, faith-filled men who participated. The homily I preached on that occasion is...
Nov 14, 2018 | Uncategorized
Mountains of meatballs, piles of pasta, plenty of politicians, and scores of satisfied customers made for a merry atmosphere Nov. 6 at Our Lady of Pompei-St. Peter’s 69th annual Election Day Spaghetti Supper. The annual event not only celebrates tradition and...
Nov 14, 2018 | Latest news, Uncategorized
By Catholic News Service BALTIMORE (CNS) — The U.S. bishops opened and closed the second day of their annual fall general assembly in Baltimore with frank presentations and discussions about the action needed to address the widening clerical sexual abuse crisis. After...
Nov 14, 2018 | Latest news, Uncategorized
By Mark Pattison | Catholic News Service BALTIMORE (CNS) — A series of standards of episcopal accountability for bishops was formally unveiled Nov. 13 at the fall general meeting of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops in Baltimore. The standards will not be voted...
Nov 13, 2018 | Latest news, Uncategorized
By Catholic News Service BALTIMORE (CNS) — The U.S. bishops gave a standing ovation Nov. 13 to Francesco Cesareo, chairman of the National Review Board, for his report on the widening abuse crisis in the church and his calls for more action from them to address the...
