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for May 4 – May 10
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Celebrating Creation in all its glory’; local retreat focuses on the environment
By Katherine Rakowski
Contributing writer
Earth Day ignites joy for the beauty we have around us in God’s creation. But Earth Day also ignites fear that we are not doing enough to love and respect God’s Earth. And so, Earth Day, held April 22, is an opportunity for people to come together to celebrate the Earth, re-examine Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’ and dive into the principle of Caring for God’s Creation, one of the seven principles of Catholic Social Teaching. The faithful around the Diocese did just that, leaving them feeling hopeful about what they can do for Mother Earth.
The Diocese welcomed Sister Linda Neil, CSJ, to lead an Earth Day retreat at Christ the King Retreat House titled “Eco-Spirituality: Celebrating Creation in all its glory.” She focused on celebrating creation and our place alongside it, and led a discussion on Laudato Si’, which calls for action to better care for the Earth.
A ‘sign’ from God: Deaf ministry brings liturgy to life
The proclaimed Gospel is meant to be heard by everyone, but one does not necessarily need ears to hear the Word, at least not in the Diocese of Syracuse.
Bishop Douglas J. Lucia again this year celebrated a special Palm Sunday vigil Mass for the Deaf community at Christ the King Retreat House in Syracuse. Dinner followed the liturgy.
‘A communion of love’; Oxford church celebrates 175th anniversary
1848. Gold was discovered in California, Washington Monument construction began in the nation’s capital and Wyatt Earp was born in Monmouth, Ill.
And in Oxford, St. Joseph’s Church opened its doors. This year marks 175 years of Catholic service in the community. St. Joseph’s is the oldest church in Chenango County.
Mother’s Day: God is truly present in the adoption process
There is no one journey to motherhood and sometimes the road to becoming a mother is filled with twists and turns. For Kristin Dievendorf and her husband, Eric, they always knew they wanted a child. But after four years of infertility and exhausting all of the health options that were available to them while still in line with their Catholic faith, they knew that God was calling…
Missionary Franciscan Sisters celebrate significant milestone: 150 years
The Missionary Franciscan Sisters of the Immaculate Conception are this year celebrating the 150th anniversary of their founding. We have been blessed to minister to God’s people on five continents including many dioceses throughout the United States, the Diocese of Syracuse among them. The mission is to spread the Gospel message of love in the Franciscan tradition of St. Francis and St. Clare
Syracuse’s Most Holy Rosary Church to honor ‘Father Fred’
Most Holy Rosary parish in Syracuse will hold a dessert reception honoring their pastor, Father Fred Mannara, who is celebrating his 60th jubilee this spring.
Father Fred was ordained on May 18, 1963. His “calling has been one of complete devotion to the Lord, dedicated leadership as pastor to parish
Crisis in Sudan hits home at Syracuse’s St. Vincent de Paul community
Tensions between rival generals and military groups in Sudan have spilled over into violent fighting in the streets of the cities of the African country. It unfortunately is nothing new for the people there, as evidenced by the number of Sudanese refugees who have escaped previous warfare and made their homes now in the United States.
Syracuse is home to a large, vibrant Sudanese community, many of whom worship at St. Vincent de Paul Church on Syracuse’s east side.
Events in our Diocese
week of 5/4 – 5/10
Here is a listing of a few events of interest happening in our Diocese.
Visit here for a complete list.
24 Hour Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
May 4, 2023
The Good News Center
May First Friday with Fr. Donald H. Karlen
May 5, 2023
Christ the King Retreat House
Silent Directed Retreat
May 7, 2023
Christ the King Retreat House
International Exhibition of the Eucharistic Miracles of the World
May 9, 2023
The Good News Center
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