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From the Desk of the Pastor

The Climate We Create Together

October in Central New York brings plenty of changes. The leaves change color, the temperatures begin to fall, and before long, we're debating when to turn on the heat! But while we cannot control the temperature outside, we have a great deal to say about the climate inside our parish.

Every parish has a climate. And every parishioner helps set it.

Last weekend, I reflected on one of the central convictions of Vision 2031: A Parish on Mission: “Hospitality is not merely something we do. It is who we are.”

3rd Annual Parish Family Diversity Dinner

This Sunday — Come to The Table!

Many Cultures • One Faith • One Parish Family

Sunday, October 18th ~ 1:00pm (Seton Center)

Great food. Wonderful people. One parish family.

This Sunday, we're coming together to celebrate the beautiful cultures, traditions, and people who make Mary, Mother of Our Savior Parish so special!

Enjoy delicious homemade dishes, discover new flavors, reconnect with friends, and make some new ones!

And here's the best part: EVERYONE is welcome!

No dish? No problem! Just come and enjoy!
New to the parish? We'd especially love to meet you!
Coming with family or friends? Bring them along!
Know someone you haven't met? Pull up a chair and say hello!

As we embrace Vision 2031: A Parish on Mission, we're building a parish where hospitality is more than something we do it's who we are!

Don't just hear about it afterward. Be part of it!
THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU AT OUR TABLE!

THIS SUNDAY • 1:00 PM • SETON CENTER

Come hungry. Leave with new friends. Belong to something beautiful.

An Afternoon with Chris Spilka

Catholic Speaker & Lay Evangelist Living an Authentic Life

Join us for an inspiring afternoon with Chris Spilka, Catholic speaker and lay evangelist.

Sunday, October 18 | 10:30AM – 4:30PM

Mass at 11:00AM
Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish, Utica

Please bring a bagged lunch

To Register, please email Anne Elacqua at

Fall Adult Catechesis Series

Wednesdays, October 21, 28 & November 4 | 6:45 PM | Seton Center

Dilexit Nos — “He Loved Us”

Rediscovering the Heart of Jesus
Four Wednesday Evenings with Sheila & Doug Ambrose
What does the Heart of Jesus have to say to the human heart today?

In a world that moves quickly and often leaves us distracted, overwhelmed, and disconnected from one another, Pope Francis offers a simple but powerful invitation: return to the heart.

In his final encyclical, Dilexit Nos (He Loved Us), Pope Francis reflects on the human and divine love of the Heart of Jesus Christ. It is one of the most personal and spiritually rich writings of his pontificate an invitation to rediscover just how deeply we are loved by Christ and how that love can transform the way we pray, relate to others, and live our faith.

Along the way, Pope Francis speaks to some of the deepest questions of modern life:

What is at the center of my life?
What am I really searching for?
How do I remain rooted in Christ amid so much noise and distraction?
And how can the love of Jesus renew our families, our Church, and our world?

Whether you have a longtime devotion to the Sacred Heart or are encountering it for the first time, this series is for you.

Join Sheila and Doug Ambrose for four engaging evenings of reflection, conversation, and faith as we discover the treasures of Dilexit Nos together.

Never read a papal encyclical? No problem!
There is no required reading or preparation. Handouts will be provided.

Come as you are. Slow down. Go deeper. And rediscover the love at the very heart of our Catholic faith.

Community Chicken BBQ

Take Thursday Night Off from Cooking!

What’s for dinner? We’ve got you covered!

On your way home from work, between school and evening activities, or simply because you deserve a night off from the kitchen, stop by for a delicious Chicken BBQ Dinner prepared by the Mary, Mother of Our Savior Parish Men’s Club.

Thursday, October 22
Beginning at 3:30 PM — Until Sold Out
Mary, Mother of Our Savior Church Parking Lot
$15 per dinner

An easy, affordable Thursday dinner for the whole family no cooking, no cleanup, just pick it up and enjoy!

This BBQ is open to everyone in the community, so invite your friends, coworkers, and neighbors.

Come early when they’re gone, they’re gone!

Syracuse Catholic Women's Conference

Saturday, October 24, 2026 | Syracuse, NY
“Make Me an Instrument of Your Peace”

Women of the parish are invited to the 16th Annual Syracuse Catholic Women’s Conference for a day of faith, prayer, fellowship, and spiritual renewal during this Jubilee Year of St. Francis.

The day will begin at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception with Eucharistic Adoration, Holy Mass with Bishop Douglas Lucia, and a Rosary Procession before continuing at The Oncenter. The conference will feature inspiring Catholic speakers, including Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, Mother Gabrielle Marie, and Dr. Robert Enright, along with opportunities for Confession, prayer, veneration of firstclass relics of St. Francis of Assisi and St. Bernadette, Catholic vendors, and fellowship with women from throughout the Diocese.

Even better free transportation is available from Utica! Through the generosity of The Good News Foundation, a 56-passenger charter bus will depart from Mary, Mother of Our Savior Parish at 6:15 AM and return following the conference. Bus seating is first come, first served.

Conference registration is $65 per person and includes lunch and free parking.

To reserve a seat on the bus: Diane Schrantz | (315) 723-0383 (call or text) | dlsstuff2010@yahoo.com

Learn more and register: syracusecatholicwomen.org

Invite a friend and join Catholic women from across our diocese for a beautiful day centered on Christ!

Trunk or Treat is Next Weekend!

Sunday, October 25 | 9:30 AM | Lourdes Parking Lot

Get ready for a morning of costumes, candy, and community fun! Our annual Trunk or Treat is almost here, and we invite all our parish families and friends to join us for this wonderful fall tradition!

Calling All Future Saints!

With All Saints Day just around the corner, we especially encourage our children to dress as their favorite Catholic saints! It's a fun and meaningful way to celebrate the holy men and women who inspire us to follow Jesus. All family-friendly costumes are welcome!

And here's something special: Children are welcome to wear their costumes to either the 8:15 AM or 10:30 AM Mass that morning! We would love to see our church filled with little saints!

A Friendly Parking Reminder: The two rows of parking directly in front of the Seton Center will be reserved for Trunk or Treat. We kindly ask parishioners to use the other available parking areas that morning. Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe!

Bring the kids, invite the grandparents, and spread the word! Let's make this a joyful morning of faith, family, and fellowship!

Sponsored by the Mary, Mother of Our Savior Men's Club.

We can't wait to see you there!

A Decade A Day

October is the month of the Holy Rosary.

We would like to invite all of you to try A Decade A Day. We have supplied rosaries and prayer cards to anyone wishing to have them. Praying a decade should take about 5 minutes of your time.

Pick a decade and reflect about how it fits into your life. Prayer is your conversation with God.

Youth Ministry Nights

Faith. Friends. Fun. Purpose.

All teens in Grades 7–12 throughout the Greater Utica Area are invited to join us Mondays from 6:30–8:00 PM at the Seton Center for food, games, friendship, faith conversations, prayer, service, and plenty of fun!

Never been before?
Come once. Bring a friend. See what it’s all about.

There is always room for someone new.

Parents: Encourage your teen to give it a try! Youth Ministry offers young people a place to build meaningful friendships, grow in their Catholic faith, ask real questions, and discover that they belong in the life of the Church.

Mondays | 6:30–8:00 PM | Seton Center
Grades 7–12 | All are welcome!

Questions?
Will Anderson: wanderson@syrdio.org
Instagram: @UticaCatholicYouth

YOU ARE KNOWN. VALUED. INVITED TO BELONG.

: Pray For...
Please pray for:

Arabella Zastrow, Laura B., A & C. Rob-erts, Jane, Joe and Sylvia S., Madison Viggiano, Amy, Chris-tine Williams, Bob V., Teresa Bushinger, Mary Ann Looney, Sr. Lois, Leo James Mastin, Larry Schecter, Maryellen, Judy, Dylan G,Amy S.,Serena C., Stephen B., Joe Pogle, May M., Laurie H., Gary Werner, Judy Williams, Melissa M, Anna N, Joseph E. Albanese, Courtney S., Grady B. , , William Latour, James T. Kane, Beverly Kane, Genevieve, Krista M., Patricia Spost, Annette Woroszylo, Josephine Gargash, Joanne G., Ste-ve Getz, James Carroll, Kevin Bedford, Lorraine T., John Baker, Greg Tietje, Annette Dempsey, Melissa E, Gavin Jerzak, Fred Abounader, Louann Swire, Sarah Grogan and family, Al-fred Combellack, Judith Combellack, Anthony Perrone, Bernie Solan, Greig Cardillo, Tim K., Zachary Wing, Laura Roddy, Richard Thomas, Jennifer B., Hannah, Jim Toomey, Marty Green, Fr. Don Karlen, Joseph P. Kearney, Mary Pota, Brian M. Dunn & Family, Lianne Sajdzikowski, Sean O’Toole, Con-stance Zogby, Rocco & Carmella Garramone, Sam & Connie Mott, Riley Sams, Kristi & Jerad, Christopher Monahan, Mary Ann LaPorte, Neil Jacobs, Beatrice Nunno, Michelle, Jessica, Brittany, Tiffany, Mary Rose, Colleen Madia, Mia Gorczynski, Matthew, David, Gavin, Mike Brych, Jordan & Rebecca, James Carroll, Ann Jakubowski, Mike, Elizabeth & Crandall Pierce

If you would like to add a name, please call the Office at (315) 724-3155.

Notre Dame Catholic Schools Open House

Join us for our Open House and discover all that Notre Dame Catholic Schools has to offer! Tour the campus, meet the teachers, and learn about the many opportunities available.

Notre Dame Catholic Schools offer a faith-centered educational experience for students from Pre-K through 12th grade. We prepare young people to lead lives rooted in faith with integrity and compassion. Discover firsthand the four pillars of a Notre Dame education: discipleship, scholarship, citizenship, and leadership.

Notre Dame Jr./Sr. High School Campus
6th grade - 12th grade
2 Notre Dame Ln, Utica, NY 13502
Sunday, October 18th from 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Please register at NotreDameUtica.org - Registration

Your RMD Can Make A Difference

Did you know your IRA can be another way to support the mission of our parish?

If you are age 70½ or older, you may be eligible to make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) directly from your IRA to Mary, Mother of Our Savior Parish. If you are required to take an annual Required Minimum Distribution (RMD), an eligible QCD can count toward that requirement while potentially offering valuable tax benefits.

More importantly, your generosity becomes an investment in the mission and future of our parish.

Through Vision 2031: A Parish on Mission, we are working to build a vibrant Catholic community for generations to come forming disciples, welcoming new families, strengthening our ministries, serving those in need, and faithfully caring for all that has been entrusted to us.

As you plan your RMD this year, prayerfully consider making Mary, Mother of Our Savior Parish part of your charitable giving.

To learn more or receive the information needed to make a gift from your IRA, please contact the Parish Office at (315) 724-3155.

Together, we are building a Parish on Mission.

Please consult your tax or financial advisor regarding your individual circumstances.

Supporting Our Parish Through Online Giving

Help strengthen the mission of Mary, Mother of Our Savior Parish by signing up for online giving. It’s secure, convenient, and ensures your support continues even when you are away from Mass.

Your generosity helps us plan better, serve better, and build a strong future for our parish. Thank you for your faithful support!

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: All Souls Mass of Remembrance
Monday, November 2, 2026 - 6:00pm at Lourdes

Please join on as we remember our parish family members that have passed away during this year. Families will be invited to come forward to light a votive candle in memory of their deceased loved ones at this very Solemn Mass.

Please call our Parish Office at (315) 724-3155 no later than October 26th if you and your family plan on attending this Mass.

: October Outreach Hats off to Socktober
During the month of October we will be collecting winter hats, gloves and mittens for the cold weather soon approaching.

Hats of all sizes and colors can be dropped off near the Evanna Sullivan Outreach area in the back of church.

Thank you again for your kindness and generosity in all you do to help out neighbors in need.

OCIA: Come and See

Is God inviting you to something more?
Have you ever thought about becoming Catholic?
Were you baptized Catholic but never received First Holy Communion or Confirmation?

Maybe you simply have questions about the Catholic faith and would like a place to explore them.

OCIA the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults is the Church’s journey of accompaniment for adults who are exploring the Catholic faith, considering becoming Catholic, or seeking to complete their Sacraments of Initiation.

You do not need to have everything figured out. There is no pressure and no obligation just an invitation to come, ask questions, and discover where God may be leading you.

OCIA gathers twice a month on Sunday mornings at the Seton Center, 2 Barton Ave., Utica.

Ready to take the first step or know someone who might be?
Contact Fr. Pawel Zmĳa, Director of OCIA, at pzmĳa@syrdio.org.

Sanctuary Memorials

Monthly Memorials for October

The gift of Bread has been given in memory of Chief Benny Rotundo by Wife Rita
The gift of Candles has been given in memory of Melissa Gillmore White by Mom, Dad, Chloe & Parker
The gift of Wine has been given in memory of Angelo and Mary Popeo by Anne & Denise

Employment Opportunity ND Elementary School

Informational Technology Administration Asst.
7:30am - 3:00pm Monday thru Friday

Pre-K Teacher's Assistant
Full- Time Position

If interested, please call Mrs. Rossi at (315) 732-4374

Hope Appeal 2026

Together, We Give Hope

OUR PARISH GOAL: $97,968
LET’S REACH IT BY DECEMBER 31!

The HOPE Appeal is one way we live out our shared mission as Catholics. Together with parishes throughout the Diocese of Syracuse, we can accomplish far more than any one parish could accomplish alone feeding the hungry, forming young people in faith, supporting vocations, caring for the sick, and bringing the hope of Christ to those in need.

EVERY GIFT MATTERS.

If you are able, please prayerfully consider a gift of $250 about $21 a month.

$250 is an invitation, not an expectation. Like the widow’s mite, every gift offered in faith matters. Whatever you are able to give, your participation makes a difference.

HELP US CELEBRATE!

If we reach our $97,968 goal by December 31, Father Hage will host a parish-wide ice cream social with all the toppings!

Thank you for your generosity and for being part of the mission we share.

Return your pledge card in the collection basket or to the parish office, or give securely online: syracusediocese.org/hopeappeal

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