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- From The Desk of the Pastor
- Save the Date for our Annual Parish Bazaar!
- Totus Tuus Summer Program
- Caroga Lake Music Festival
- Safe Environment Training
- Community Outreach
- Events and Devotions
- Sanctuary Memorials
- Summer Parish Pilgrimage!
- 2025 Consumed
- Young Adult Ministry!
- Upcoming Men’s Club Events
- Catholic Women’s Club
- Vocations Corner
- Welcome!
- The Cyrenian Way
- Utica Newman Catholic Outreach
- Online Giving Opportunity
- Notre Dame School
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From The Desk of the Pastor
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Save the Date for our Annual Parish Bazaar!
Thursday, June 26, 2025

Our Annual Parish Bazaar will be on Labor Day Weekend 2025
- Thursday, August 28th
- Friday, August 29th
- Saturday, August 30th
Bazaar Raffle Tickets
Beginning the weekend of June 28th and 29th we will be selling raffle tickets after all Masses at both Lourdes and Rosary.
Tickets are $20 each
- Grand Prize $10,000
- 2nd Prize $1500
- 3rd Prize $1000
Volunteers Needed
During the months of July and August we will once again be selling raffle tickets at Chanatry’s in South Utica.
If you are interested and able to help out with selling the tickets, please contact Chris Kelly at (315) 733-1216.
Any time that you might have available would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much!
Bazzar 2025 Trinkets & Treasures
It’s time to start gathering those items for our Trinkets and Treasures area.
Mark your calendars for these drop-off dates:
- Thursday, July 17th
- Tuesday, August 5th
- Tuesday, August 19th
All items must be dropped off between 6:00 - 7:30pm. Volunteers are needed to assist with running the booth.
Please note that we will not be accepting clothing, shoes, textbooks, outdated computers, plastic water bottles or broken items.
Basket Raffle Donations Needed
Baskets of all varieties are needed for the Basket Raffle during the weekend of our Bazaar,. Themed baskets, wreaths, scratch offs and gift cards from any business will be appreciated.
Please contact Carol Polito at (315) 732-4374 if you are interested in donating a basket or for volunteering at the booth.
Volunteer Opportunities |
Totus Tuus Summer Program
Thursday, July 3, 2025

Mary, Mother of our Savior, Utica: July 20 – 25, 2025.
Totus Tuus is a summer Catholic youth program unlike any other! Totus Tuus is dedicated to sharing the Gospel and promoting the Catholic faith through evangelization, discipleship, Christian witness, and Eucharistic worship. This week-long program is held at multiple parishes across the Diocese throughout the summer. Young adult missionaries guide the children and teens to an encounter with Christ by authentically living out the Catholic faith.
Questions?
mmoosfaithformation@syrdio.org
Teens: Evening Program
- Sunday, July 20th – Thursday, July 24th from 7:00pm – 9:00pm.
- $25.00 per youth.
- Open to children going into 7th through 12th grade in the 2025 – 2026 academic year.
Children: Day Program
- Monday, July 21st – Friday, July 25th from 9:00am – 3:00pm.
- $55.00 per child; maximum of $110.00 per family.
- Open to children going into 1st through 6th grade in the 2025 -2026 academic year.
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Caroga Lake Music Festival
Thursday, July 3, 2025

Thursday, July 31, 2025, 7:00pm (Mary Mother of Our Savior Parish at Lourdes campus)
CLMF Resident Artists perform works by Kyle Barrett Price and more!
CLMF On Tour takes Caroga Lake Music Festival beyond Sherman’s Park, bringing performances to communities across the region. Featuring CLMF Res-ident Artists, these concerts bring live music to unique spaces throughout Fulton County and beyond.
Free admission, donations appreciated!
Safe Environment Training
Thursday, July 10, 2025

TTwo new Training Classes have been set up for anyone needing Initial and Recertification Training.
Wednesday, July 23rd at 9:00am an Initial Training Class will be held in the Seton Center DePaul Room.
This class is for anyone who has not been trained in the past. Any new Liturgical Minister (Eucharistic Minister or Lector) is required to take this training.
Wednesday, July 30th at 9:00am the Recertification Class will be held in the Seton Center DePaul Room.
This class is for anyone who has been trained within the last 5 years and needs recertification.
Registration must be completed on the Diocese of Syracuse website prior to attending these classes. Simply search for the Diocese of Syracuse on the internet and scroll down to click on the Safe Environment Link. This will allow you to register for the class. You might find a class at another local parish that works better for your schedule and you are welcome to register for that class.
We would like to thank Marybeth McCall for putting together the trainings for our parish family.
Community Outreach
Thursday, June 26, 2025

Outreach for July
During the month of July, we will be collecting 16.9 oz. water bottles for our sandwich ministry. This ministry, in memory and honor of Evanna Sullivan, will reach many people in need of food. Bottles may be dropped off in front of the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton shrine in the back of church.
Thanks for the continued support of our outreach ministry.
Events and Devotions
Thursday, July 10, 2025

Saturday, July 12th, Steubenville Youth Conference!
- 11:00am, AA Meeting in Seton Center
- 3:00pm until 3:45pm, Confessions at Lourdes
- 5:00pm, Baptism at Lourdes
Sunday, July 13th
- Steubenville Youth Conference
Monday, July 14th
- 8:45am, Novena to Our Lady of Lourdes at Lourdes
Tuesday, July 15th
- 8:45am, Community Building & Outreach Committee Meeting at Rosary
- 6:15pm, Finance Council Mtg at Seton Center
- 6:30pm, Baptism Prep at Lourdes
Wednesday, July 16th
- 5:15pm, Holy Hour w/Vespers at Lourdes
- 5:30pm until 6:30pm, Confessions at Lourdes
Thursday, July 17th
- 8:45am, Novena to Our Lady of the Mir. Medal at Rosary
- 6:00pm, Trinkets & Treasures Drop Off at Lourdes
Saturday, July 19th
- 11:00am, AA Meeting in Seton Center
- 3:00pm until 3:45pm, Confessions at Lourdes
Sanctuary Memorials
Thursday, July 10, 2025

Monthly Memorials for July
- The gift of Bread has been given in memory of G. Gino Nunno by Loving Family
- The gift of Candles has been given in memory of Richard C. Butler, (7th Anniv.) by Rose Butler and Anne Anken
Summer Parish Pilgrimage!
Thursday, July 3, 2025

Jubilee Year of Hope
Our parish family will be making pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of the Martyrs in Auriesville on Friday, August 15th, which is the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
The day will include a tour of the Shrine, a Rosary Walk into the famous Ravine, and a beautiful Mass at 12:00pm Noon in the main coliseum.
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops designated the Our Lady of Martyrs Shrine as a national site for pilgrims during the Jubilee Year of Hope. The Apostolic Penitentiary has decreed that the official Jubilee Indulgence can be obtained by making pilgrimage to the Shrine. Transportation will be available. This event is co-sponsored by the parish Men’s Club.
Register by calling our Parish Office.
Agenda for Parish Pilgrimage
- 9:00am—Depart from Lourdes Campus
- 10:00am—Arrival at Visitor Center/Rest Rooms
- 10:15am—Welcome & Orientation
- 10:30am—Visit Museum: Martyrs exhibit/Kateri Exhibit/Media Room
- *12:00pm—Holy Day Mass in Coliseum for the Feast of the Assumption
- 12:30pm—Visitor Center for Lunch and Gift Shop
- 2:00pm—Rosary in Famous Ravine [For those with mobility issues, the Rosary will be offered in the Kateri Chapel at the same time as the Rosary in the Ravine]
- 3:30pm—Departure from Shrine
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2025 Consumed
Thursday, January 23, 2025

Inviting high-schoolers into a life-changing encounter with Christ!
High-schoolers entering 9th graders to 2025 grads.
- When: Summer 2025! Friday July 11th - Sunday July 13th.
- Where: Franciscan University, Steubenville, Ohio.
- What: Join youth from the diocese for a life-changing weekend!
Experience hundreds of young people coming together to draw closer to Christ and renew their faith. The weekend is packed with engaging sessions, concerts, prayer, and opportunities to encounter Christ! - How: Email bwilcox@syrdio.org and join us for an informational meeting February 3rd 7:45pm (end of Youth Ministry Night).
$295 (fundraising opportunities) included: bus, meats, dorm loding, 3-4 T-shirts, priceless memories.
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Young Adult Ministry!
Friday, May 30, 2025

Youth Ministry Nights
When:
Monday Night 6:30pm – 8:00pm (please see PARISH CALENDAR for updates)
Where:
Lourdes campus: 2222 Genesee St. (look for the welcome flag)
Who:
For all teen grades 7-12 desiring to deepen and explore their catholic
faith with other teens from the greater Utica area
- July 11th-13th: Steubenville, Ohio Trip
- July 20th-25th: Totus Tuus Week
Best way to stay in the loop and know about Changes!!
- Join our remind: Simply text @9G26EB to the number 81010
- Up to date Calendar
- Questions/Contact: bwilcox@syrdio.org
Upcoming Men’s Club Events +
Thursday, May 22, 2025
Catholic Women’s Club +
Thursday, February 6, 2025

Catholic Women throughout the area are welcome to join the Catholic Women’s Club. Building new friendships, listening to varied educational presentations and enjoying a catered luncheon are just a few of the wonderful benefits.
The Club meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month from September thru June.
Our meetings begin at 12:30pm and are located in the Seton Center of Mary, Mother of Our Savior, Lourdes Campus.
If interested, please contact the Parish Office.
Vocations Corner +
Thursday, July 10, 2025

It was the man who treated the stranger with mercy that Christ affirms in His parable today and He tells us to do likewise.
Is Christ asking you to dispense His mercy to people through the priesthood, diaconate or religious life?
Reach out to the Vocation Office via email: vocations@syrdiol.org and follow us on Instagram vocationssyracuse.
Welcome! +
Thursday, June 26, 2025

A Warm Mary, Mother of Our Savior Welcome
During July, Father Pawel’s mother, Ewa, his Aunt & Uncle, Janina and Jan, and his friend Father Marcin will be visiting us from Katowice, Poland. Fr. Pawel will be their tour guide for their 3-week visit! WITAMY!
The Cyrenian Way +
Thursday, August 29, 2024

Catholic Young Professionals: The Cyrenian Way
First Thursdays at 6:30pm Monthly
Mary Mother of Our Savior Parish
Seton Center – 2 Barton Ave, Utica.
Food, Fellowship, Prayer & Discussion
As St. Simon of Cyrene accompanied Jesus, young professionals are invited to go deeper in their faith and learn the art of accompaniment. All are welcome to this young adult gathering.
Utica Newman Catholic Outreach +
Thursday, August 29, 2024

Sunday at 5:00 Mass (Our Lady of the Rosary, 1736 Burrstone Road, Utica).
For Registered College Students | Utica Area
Questions? Contact Campus Minister, Pat Gillick at uticanewmanoutreach@syrdion.org
Like us on Instagram @uticanewmanoutreach
Online Giving Opportunity +
Friday, May 2, 2025

We are pleased to announce that as of this month, Online Giving is available for you to make contributions to our parish. Online Giving is intended to be a convenient tool for you to use, and we strongly support both Online Giving and Offering Envelopes for contributions to the parish. Online Giving is the electronic way to participate in weekly offertory.
To access the online giving link for our parish’s weekly offertory, please visit Website.
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Notre Dame School +
Thursday, May 15, 2025

Be a part of something Special!
Employment Opportunity at Notre Dame Elementary
Part-Time Maintenance Position Monday-Friday from 7:00am - 11:00am.
For More Information, please call Mrs. Rossi at (315) 732-4374.
Pray For... +
Thursday, June 5, 2025

If you would like to add a name, please call the Office at (315) 724-3155.
Please pray for:
Arabella Zastrow, Laura B., Joyce Jennings, A & C. Roberts, Jane, Joe and Sylvia S., Mia Gorczynski, Madison Viggiano, Amy, Christine Williams, Bob V., Teresa Bushinger, Mary Ann Looney, Sr. Lois, Leo James Mastin, Larry Schecter, Maryellen, Judy, Dylan G., Connie M., Amy S.,Serena C., Gloria A. 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, Mary D., Nicole S., Genevieve, Krista M., Bertha Nogas, Patricia Spost, Annette Woroszylo, Josephine Gargash, Joanne G., Steve Getz, James Carroll, Kevin Bedford, Lorraine T., John Baker, Greg Tietje, Mary Alice Hebert, Annette Dempsey, Melissa E, Tim Kelly, Gavin Jerzak, Fred Abounader, Louann Swire, Don Kratzenberg, Paula Mika, Sarah Grogan and family, Marilyn Slivinski, Alfred Combellack, Judith Combellack, Anthony Perrone, Bernie Solan, Greig Cardillo