Dec 17, 2015 | 2015 Archives, Sun December 17, 2015
Parishes and schools in the Diocese of Syracuse are continuing a papal tradition this Advent: the Blessing of the Bambinelli. Originated by Pope Paul VI in 1969, the blessing takes place each year in Rome on the third Sunday of Advent. Children bring the Christ Child...
Dec 14, 2016 | 2016 Archives, Sun December 15, 2016
Parishes and schools in the Diocese of Syracuse participated in a long papal tradition this Advent season: the Blessing of the Bambinelli. On the Third Sunday of Advent, the children of Rome bring the Christ Child — the Bambinelli — from their family mangers to...
Dec 3, 2015 | 2015 Archives, Sun December 3, 2015
Start a new tradition with the Blessing of the Bambinelli By Pat Shea Associate editor Holiday traditions provide a wonderful opportunity to share the importance of faith and create special memories that can last a lifetime. This year, the Diocese of Syracuse invites...
Nov 14, 2018 | Sun November 15, 2018
By Nicole Ossevoort | Communications and social media specialist If you’re looking for gifts that mean and do more this Christmas, here are some suggestions for you! • Lisieux Nail Polish “Nail polish for your soul and a holy reminder you can take anywhere!” Inspired...
Dec 18, 2019 | Pope Leo & the Vatican
By Cindy Wooden | Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis blessed hundreds of figurines of the baby Jesus — ranging from tiny plastic figures to life-sized statues — and encouraged children to make sure they have Nativity scenes at home. After reciting...
