Blessed Sacrament Outreach

Did you ever wonder what our Outreach ministry does? I hope to be able to answer that question for you. We do so many things! Most people are aware of the biggest component to the Outreach which is the Food Pantry that is held from January-October on Thursdays from 11:30am-1:15pm. In November and December, we host a one-day Saturday event for the Food Pantry. Our clients can come and enjoy some refreshments and food and pick up their food. Also, at the Food giveaway in December they can pick up their Christmas presents. During our weekly Food Pantry clients arrive, sign in and can relax while waiting to be interviewed. After they are interviewed one of our personal shoppers will call their name and assist them with choosing the items that are most beneficial for them and their families. We supply a 5 day meal plan for each household. The food and miscellaneous items that are on our shelves come from all of your generous donations and from us purchasing these items through the Food Bank and local grocery stores, for example Wegmans, Price Chopper and the Dollar Tree. We also have clothes for our clients in all sizes for Women, Men, and Children that have been donated mostly by Parishioners like all of you that they can sort through each week. We are lucky enough to have 15 weekly volunteers that help us provide this service to the clients of our local Food Pantry. Another part of our Outreach program is making sandwiches twice a month for the Oxford Inn. The Oxford Inn is a men’s shelter that is operated by Catholic Charities. We also donate food items such as applesauce to help give the men at the Oxford Inn a full meal. Our Outreach Program is so successful because of our volunteers and donations from our Parish. Today’s second collection will be for the Parish Outreach (the pink envelopes).

We appreciate any donations that you are able to give. We would not be able to have a Food Pantry if we didn’t have our weekly volunteers and our volunteers at our Food Giveaways in November and December. We want to THANK YOU for everything you do! Again, I cannot stress enough that we would not be here if it was not for all of you. We thank you again for your time and donations. Everything all of you do help us provide for those who are less fortunate in our local community. I hope this helps all of you to understand what the Outreach ministry does!

God Bless, Janice Corcoran, Blessed Sacrament Parish Outreach 

The Church’s Response to Coronavirus

Holy Mass attendance is not obligatory for those who are ill.  Those who are ill not only can but should remain home and participate if able by watching a broadcast of the Holy Mass on TV or You Tube. 

Those at Mass who are concerned they may be getting ill should refrain from extending hands and offer an alternate sign of peace: a smile, nod of head, etc. 

Blessed Sacrament and St. Vincent’s are now suspending the distribution of the Precious Blood from the chalice.  It is important to remember that the whole Christ is truly present (body, blood, soul, and divinity) under each of the species of bread and wine (CCC,1390).

Let’s join in solidarity and prayer for those impacted or working to treat those infected by the disease.

The Diocese urges individuals to stay informed as information becomes available by going to the center for Disease Control and Prevention at https://cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html . 

Parish Council

The next Parish council meeting will take place on Tuesday, March 24 at 7pm in the Andrea Polcaro room. All parishioners are welcomed to attend. 

Recognition of the Sisters of St. Joseph

The Church celebrates the feast of St. Joseph, spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary and foster father of Jesus. The Blessed Sacrament Church community was most fortunate and honored to have, since 1931, the presence of a countless number of sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet teaching in our parish school.  These women followed Joseph’s example of faith, trust, and obedience in carrying out their mission in serving our children and others.  Though their presence is no longer seen in the school, the sisters are still actively involved in ministries in service to God and sharing his Word, love, compassion, and mercy each and every day.

Deaf Palm Sunday Mass with Bishop Lucia

Saturday, April 4.  Christ the King Retreat House. 5:00 pm. 500 Brookford Road, Syracuse. Dinner will be after the Mass. RSVP by March 30 to Michele Murphy at [email protected] or text 315-766-6514. Retreat House needs a head count so they will provide enough food. Dinner is FREE.  Donations will be accepted.

Syracuse Lenten Retreat for Women

"Pray, hope, and don't worry" - St Padre Pio. Saturday, March 21, Holy Cross Church in Dewitt. Reflection by Fr. Joe O'Connor. For more information, visit www.syracusecatholicwomen.org .  

A Taste of Alpha

Gather at our table and enjoy great food and conversation about our Catholic faith. Alpha is a chance to explore life and the Christian faith in a friendly, open and informal environment. RSVP for each session you will be attending (email to [email protected] ) and list name, # of people attending and # of sessions attending. Session dates: March 11 & 18 . Session time: 6pm - 8pm  March 11 - St. Mary, Minoa; March 18 - St. Matthew Community Room - St. Matthew's School, East Syracuse. Free event. 

Mass Intentions – Church

Saturday, March 14

5:00 p.m. – Vincent Kukys – Mary Klee & Patti Fitzgibbons

Sunday, March 15 –Third Sunday of Lent

7:30 a.m. – People of the Parish

9:30 a.m. – Bernie and Anne Carr – John Carr

*Interpreted Mass for Deaf Community

11:30 a.m. – Charlie Dower – The Decker Family

Mass Intentions – Chapel

Monday, March 16 – 8:00 a.m.

John and Michael McCormick, - Family

Tuesday, March 17 - 8:00 a.m.

Martin and Bridget Griffin – Griffin Grandchildren

Wednesday, March 18 – 8:00 a.m.

William Clark – Robert Antanasia

Thursday, March 19 – 8:00 a.m. 

In thanksgiving of the Sisters of St. Joseph Carondelet – A Friend

Friday, March 20 – 8:00 a.m.

George Azzolino, Sr. – Martin and Nancy Duffy

Mass Intentions – Church

Saturday, March 21

5:00 p.m. – Mitchell and Mary Back Family – John Taddeo

Sunday, March 22 – Fourth Sunday of Lent

7:30 a.m. – People of the Parish

9:30 a.m. – John “Jackie” McNamara – Pat and Grace Cregan and Family

*Interpreted Mass for Deaf Community

11:30 a.m. – Joseph Lamanna, 1 ^st Anniversary - Children

A Prayer to St. Patrick

Feast Day - March 17

May the Strength of God pilot us. May the Power of God preserve us.  May the Wisdom of God instruct us. May the Shield of God defend us.

A Prayer to St. Joseph

Feast Day - March 19

 O Saint Joseph, do assist me by your powerful intercession, and obtain for me from your Divine Son all spiritual blessings, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, So that, having engaged here below your heavenly power, I may offer my thanksgiving and homage to the most Loving of Fathers.

Prayer Requests

We pray for John Fortino, Elizabeth Walrath, Jean Suits, Patrick Brewer, Yang Juan, Terri Close, Jill Danial, Mary Griffin, Cole Malone, Elizabeth Gilbert, John Laura, Susan Moro Campbell, Missy DiPaulo Angotti, George Taddeo, Carolyn Armstrong, Mary Linehan, Mary Extale, Mary Gersbacher, Mary Ingalls, Rita Bross, Marlene Brush, Roslyn Antonacci, Harold Thompson, John Gersbacher, and Grace McNamara. 

If you have one hour to help to distribute communion at Bishop Rehabilitation Center on the third Monday of the month at 10:30a.m., your assistance would be greatly appreciated. 

Additional volunteers are needed for other events and days. Please contact John Macko at the rectory (315.437.3394) for more information. Bishop Rehab is located at 918 James Street in Syracuse and was formerly known as James Square.

If you wish to make a donation for Easter Flowers in memory of a loved one, please fill out the form below. Donation is $10 (or whatever you would like to donate) due March 29. Checks payable to Blessed Sacrament Rosary and Altar Society. I / We wish to make a donation toward Easter Flowers:

In memory of __________________________________

Remembered by: _______________________________

Amount enclosed: __________________________

Please put this form in an envelope marked Easter Flowers with your donation and drop in the collection basket at church or rectory, or email the rectory at [email protected] (Subject Line: EASTER FLOWERS) to coordinate a flower order and payment (provide a name and contact phone number). 

Money raised from the Christmas and Easter Flowers will be used to purchase new Altar Cloths for the Chapel and Church for the five different seasons (Easter – White; Ordinary Time – Green; Pentecost and Confirmation – Red; Advent (Christmas) – Purple; Lent – different shade of purple.  Thank you!

 “Share the Wealth” is a raffle for Blessed Sacrament School and Church Capital Improvement & Parish Operations. Tickets are $75 each and only 750 tickets will be sold! Tickets can be purchased online at two websites: https://blessedsacramentsyracuse.ejoinme.org/2020raffle or https://blessedsacramentsyracuse.com (select Give then STW Raffle) or calling the rectory at 315.437.3394. Tickets are also available in the pews of Blessed Sacrament Church. Total Payout is $20,750. 1st Prize (1) $10,000 . . . 2nd Prize (2) $2,500 . . . 3rd Prize (5) $1,000 . . . 4th Prize (10) $75 (Dinner Attendees Only). Saturday, May 9, 2020 at the Parish Center. If attending the Spring Fling dinner, the ticket not only covers the dinner but will be included in a separate drawing for the 10 winners of the 4th prize at $75.00. RSVP for the dinner:  https://blessedsacramentsyracuse.ejoinme.org/2020raffle or https://blessedsacramentsyracuse.com (select Give then STW Raffle) by May 4, 2020.