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Bulletin Article Requests To submit a bulletin article, please review the following information. The bulletin is published weekly with a Sunday publication date. Bulletin information should be submitted at least 10 business days prior to the publication date. Your information should be submitted to the church using the form below. When completing the form, please follow these guidelines: Please include a short title that describes the topic of your article. Please use sentence case when writing your article. (Do not use all CAPS.) If you'd like to submit a graphic for use in your article, please email it to stmarysbville@syrdio.org , and include the title (or topic) of your article in the subject line of the email. Submitted graphics will be used as space permits. If you have any questions about bulletin articles, please contact the Parish Office at 315-635-5762 or stmarysbville@syrdio.org . Bulletin Article Request Form Please complete the fields below. First name Last name Email Phone Bulletin Article Title Bulletin Article Text Submit

Join Us Become a Parishioner Become a Parishioner We are so happy to have you join our parish family! We have a wonderful Ministry Team here at St. Mary's who are happy to help you at any time. Feel free to contact the Parish Office with any questions at 315-635-5762. Please click here to register. Become a Catholic Become a Catholic The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults or the RCIA as it is commonly known, is the formal process for people to be received into the Church. Although it usually takes the better part of a year, there are no time limits or a set amount of time in which you will complete the process. It is largely dependent on your readiness. Your personal circumstances also play a part in how long the process takes. People with a strong background in another Christian faith tradition and in Scripture may take less time than others. If you have a prior marriage to be annulled it may take a bit longer. Adult Faith Programs Experience Our Adult Faith Programs Adult Faith Programs are offered at St. Mary's through a variety of groups, programs and series on different topics and for varying lengths of time. These are offered to adult parishioners to give them the opportunity to broaden their knowledge of the Catholic faith and strengthen their individual spirituality. Please click here to view the adult faith program opportunities. Volunteer Volunteer at Our Parish We are all blessed with unique gifts and talents, and at our parish, we welcome yours! If you would like to volunteer your time at our parish, we always have a need for extra hands. Please contact our parish office to volunteer with us. Prayer Request Submit a Prayer Request A SPIRITUAL CONNECTION To submit a prayer intention for the weekly A Spiritual Connection , email stmarysbville@syrdio.org or call the office at 315-635-5762 by Monday at 10:00 am. The prayer intention will appear once, unless you submit it again. ST. MARY'S BOOK OF PRAYER INTENTIONS The St. Mary's Book of Prayer Intentions is located near the side altar of the Blessed Mother. Intentions can be written in the book anytime the Church is open.

Funerals & St. Mary's Cemetery St. Mary's now offers the option to create a funeral pre-plan online! Click here to complete a funeral pre-plan form, and upon submitting the completed form, a copy will be emailed immediately to the person who completed the form, with a copy also emailed to St. Mary's Parish Office, where it will be kept on file. Funerals The Vigil—Wake—Calling Hours The Vigil Service for the deceased is an important part of the funeral rite and should not be eliminated. A priest, deacon or lay person may preside at this rite. At times this rite takes place approximately 20 minutes before calling hours begin. The ritual consists of scripture and intercessory prayer. The Funeral Mass The heart of the Funeral Rites is the Funeral Mass. The Funeral Mass focuses not on earthly life, but eternal life. This Mass celebrated for the deceased commends the soul to the love and mercy of our Heavenly Father. The prayers of the Church entrust the individual to the care of God who has called our loved one to Himself. Our prayers to God entreat Him to be gracious and merciful, not looking upon the sins of the past but to the glory they are to share with Christ. “Having been baptized into His death, we hope to share a resurrection like His.” (Romans 4) This liturgy also offers comfort and consolation to those who mourn. The Mass lifts our hearts to God who will strengthen us in the days ahead and give us the grace of His comfort as we continue our journey of faith. Music for the Funeral Mass As in all liturgies, music is sung prayer and plays an integral role in the Funeral Mass. It allows us to express our faith, love and hope, drawing us closer in unity to our faith. While favorite songs that are popular or secular may hold special meaning to the deceased and the family, this type of music is not appropriate for the Mass, nor is the use of recorded music. The family is invited and encouraged to be part of the music planning for the funeral liturgy. The Mass lifts our hearts to God who will strengthen us in the days ahead and give us the grace of His comfort as we continue our journey of faith. The parish musician, priest, or those assisting in the preparation of the funeral Mass can be helpful in assisting in the choice of suitable hymns and the placement of music selections. Many churches have soloists and choirs that sing at funerals, enhancing the liturgy and honoring our loved one through sung prayer. Rite of Committal The last of the rites in the Order of Christian Funerals is the Rite of Committal which includes a verse from the scriptures, a prayer of committal, intercessions, the Lord’s Prayer, and a blessing. If desired, music may be added to the Rite of Committal. This rite should take place directly after the Funeral Mass at the time of burial. A priest, deacon or lay person may preside at this rite. Cremation Canon Law states that the Church allows both cremation and burial as means of honoring the body of a deceased Catholic. The Church clearly prefers and urges that the body be present during the Vigil Service and Funeral Mass, and if cremation is selected, then it should follow the celebration of the Funeral Mass. The remains are to be placed in a worthy vessel which is then carried and transported with the same respect and attention given to a casket carrying the body. St. Mary's Cemetery St. Mary's Cemetery is located at 101 Tappan Street in Baldwinsville. Burial Lots are available in the new section of the cemetery. We follow the Diocesan Guidelines concerning the design of monuments, and all monuments need to be approved by the Parish Office before they are commissioned. For more information, please call the Parish Office at 315-635-5762. Click here to download the cemetery fee schedule . Click here to download the cemetery rules and regulations .

Liturgical Ministries Greeters Greeters are the first people we meet when entering our church for Mass. A friendly smile and a warm hello help create a place of welcome. Greeters should arrive at the weekend liturgies 20 minutes early and stand at the church entrances to greet parishioners and guests and hand out the weekly bulletin. At the conclusion of Mass, they will again stand at the entrances to distribute the weekly bulletin as the assembly leaves the church. Greeters are scheduled for their chosen Mass time every 3-6 weeks. Training is provided. Lectors Lectors proclaim scripture readings from the lectionary at weekend and special liturgies. The ministry of a lector is to help make the readings come alive for the congregation. A training session is required for first time ministers of the parish. Lectors are scheduled approximately once every 3-6 weeks at their desired Mass time. If you love to read or have been told you have a clear speaking voice, please consider becoming a lector. Eucharistic Ministers Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (Eucharistic Ministers) serve our parish community by distributing Holy Communion at weekend and special liturgies. A training session is required for first-time ministers of the parish. Re-training sessions are also available for ministers who would like a refresher. Ministers are scheduled approximately once every four weeks (or more often if they choose) at the Mass of their choice. Eucharistic Ministers must be fully initiated (c onfirmed) in the Catholic faith. Eucharistic Ministers must also dress appropriately. (No flip flops, jeans, or shorts. Women may wear sandals, but they must be make sure they can go up and down the Sanctuary steps safely. Gentlemen should wear a dress shirt with dress pants or dress Dockers. Women should wear a blouse and skirt or slacks, or a dress. The length of the skirt or dress should be appropriate for church. Ushers Ushers assist at Mass in welcoming and seating people. They are also responsible for taking up the collection and asking a family to bring up the gifts at communion if someone is not already signed up. Ushers are scheduled for their desired Mass time approximately 2 times per month, or more if they so choose. Sacristans Sacristans are appointed by the Pastor to assist with set up for weekend Masses.

Ministries Adult Faith Formation Adult Faith Formation Inspiring Adults to Have a Close Personal Relationship with God Adult Faith Formation at St. Mary's is dedicated to assisting adults in having a close personal relationship with God by offering programs that will increase knowledge of our Catholic faith and inspire spiritual growth. Adult Faith also offers adults the opportunity to share their baptismal gifts with the parish and community. Finally, we strive to inspire adults to be apostolic disciples who proclaim the mission of Jesus Christ. For information on events check the bulletin, parish weekly update email, and website calendar for current faith opportunities or contact Renée Romance at reneerministry@gmail.com or call the parish office at 315-635-5762. Click here to learn more about our Adult Faith Formation opportunities, including the Men's Group, Women of Faith Group and Scripture Study . Youth Faith Formation Youth Faith Formation Teaching Our Youth to Learn, Love, & Live Their Catholic Faith St. Mary's and St. Augustine's Faith Formation programs come together for classes and meet at both parishes. For complete details regarding program registration, sacrament preparation, and upcoming events, please visit our St. Augustine's & St. Mary's youth website. Click here to visit our youth website, sasmyouth.org. Youth Ministry Youth Ministry Growing in Faith Together Our goal for Youth Group is for our St. Mary's & St. Augustine's teens in grades 6 - 12 to learn and grow in their faith, as well as to have a lot of fun—playing games, eating great food, and enjoying our time together! Not only do the teens have a great time, in many cases, Youth Group meetings count towards the credit hours they need for Faith Formation, too. To learn more about Youth Ministry and to discover our upcoming events, please visit our St. Augustine's & St. Mary's youth website. Click here to visit our youth website, sasmyouth.org. St. Mary's Academy St. Mary's Academy St. Mary's Academy Where Faith and Knowledge Meet We are proud of our Catholic school and proud to be able to share Jesus's teachings with our young children. For over 63 years, St. Mary's Academy has continued the tradition of providing academic excellence in a Catholic, faith-filled community. Click here to visit the St. Mary's Academy website . Liturgical Ministries Liturgical Ministries Opportunities to Deepen Your Faith Liturgical Ministries ensure that parishioners are provided with opportunities to deepen their faith through a variety of experiences and liturgical celebrations. Click a link below to learn more about each of the liturgical ministries: Altar Servers Children's Liturgy of the Word Greeters, Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, Ushers, & Sacristans Music Ministry Outreach Ministries Outreach Ministries Assisting With The Needs of Others Our Parish Outreach Ministries work to assist with the needs of those in our parish and wider community, especially the poor and under-served, and identify resources to meet these needs, enlisting the active cooperation of parishioners. We often partner with other agencies in our community to provide assistance, and are always looking for new opportunities to make a difference. Click a link below to learn more about each of the liturgical ministries: Homebound Eucharistic Ministers Bereavement Support & Funeral Ministries Monthly Food & Seasonal Collections Men's Shelter Sandwich Making Team Parish Community Luncheon Turkey Day Race Food Drive Lenten Fish Fry Parish Support Ministries Parish Support Ministries Rooted in Stewardship Our Parish Support Ministries are those that concern all aspects of parish finance and budget, personnel, church and fundraising coordination, and upkeep of physical facilities and properties of the parish. The activities of these ministries are firmly rooted in the Biblical concept of stewardship. Click a link below to learn more about each of the parish support ministries: Altar Care Altar Linens Finance Committee Fundraising Committee Grounds Care Money (Collection) Counters Parish Office Volunteer Photographer/Videographer Respect Life Respect Life Rooted in the Love of Christ The Respect Life Ministry seeks to inspire a community that celebrates life by fostering respect for the dignity of the person as a unique and unrepeatable child of God. Rooted in the love of Christ, we seek to serve those in the parish and wider community by affirming the value of all from conception until natural death. This is accomplished through opportunities for prayer, service, education and advocacy on life issues. Click a link below to learn more: Bishop Cunningham's letter regarding the Abortion Expansion Bill The tragedy of abortion absolutism and how the pro-life movement can respond NY bishops decry new abortion law signed on Roe anniversary Explainer: What New York's abortion law does and does not do Syracuse Diocese Office of Respect Life United States Conference of Catholic Bishops - Human Life and Dignity

Summer Book Study for Women Wednesdays, July 15 - August 19, 2026 2.18.26: In You All Find Their Home Click Here to Register for the Book Study

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Baldwinsville Community Support Services FOOD PANTRIES: Baldwinsville Community Food Pantry Methodist Church 17 W. Genesee Street (entrance on Charlotte St.) Phone number: 315-313-3593 Hours: Monday through Friday, 10:00 am– 2:45 pm; 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, 5:00-7:00 pm; 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 9:00-11:00 am St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Food Pantry 3494 Route 31 Parish Office phone number: 315-652-4300 Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9:00-11:00 am and First Tuesday of the Month, 6:00-7:00 pm St. Augustine’s Food Pantry 7333 O’Brien Road Parish Office phone number: 315-638-0585 Call for information. SENIOR LUNCHEON: P.E.A.C.E. Inc.'s Senior Nutrition program at Canton Woods Senior Center 76 Canton Street Phone number: 315-638-4536 Luncheon: Monday, Wednesday and Friday at Noon. Suggested contribution: $3.50 OTHER: Baldwinsville Volunteer Center Connects neighbors in need with groceries, household essentials and community support. 8220 Loop Road Suite 101 Phone number: 315-638-0251 Female Charitable Society of Baldwinsville Medical equipment loan closet. 10 River Street 315-638-6277 Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Revised 1/11/26

Christmas Week Mass Schedule 2023 Please scroll down to see the Mass schedule for December 23 - 29 & January 1. Saturday, December 30 and Sunday, December 31 Masses are according to the regular Mass schedule.

Adult Faith Formation Adult Faith Formation at St. Mary's is dedicated to assisting adults in having a close personal relationship with God by offering programs that will increase knowledge of our Catholic faith and inspire spiritual growth. Adult Faith also offers adults the opportunity to share their baptismal gifts with the parish and community. Finally, we strive to inspire adults to be apostolic disciples who proclaim the mission of Jesus Christ. For information on events, check the bulletin, parish weekly update email, and website calendar for current faith opportunities, or contact Renée Romance at reneerministry@gmail.com or the parish office at 315-635-5762. Progr ams During the year, we offer a variety of programs on different topics and for different lengths of time. Bible Study: Bible Study meets on Mondays from September through June from 7:00-8:00 pm, and we focus on six-week studies. New members are always welcome! The 4 Temperaments: In October 2022, we offered a 3-week program presented by Christina Palazzoli and Michael Assaf of St. Rose of Lima Church. Access the videos and resources about the 4 Temperaments here . Groups Men's Group: The St. Mary's Men's Group is open to all men of faith, ages 18 and older. It is an opportunity to enjoy the fellowship of other men, strengthen our personal faith and encourage each other in faith through the Gospel. Meeting dates and times are posted in the bulletin or the weekly parish update email. Women of Faith: St. Mary's Women of Faith provides opportunities for the women of our parish and all women of faith to strengthen their own personal spirituality and their relationship with other women in our parish. The group meets once per month and often has speakers, group activities and much more for women to enjoy! Volunteer Opportunities RCIA Catechist Program Coordinators: Adult Faith Formation is looking for adults with good communication and organizational skills to coordinate programs. Training will be provided. Contact Renée Romance at reneerministry@gmail.com or call the parish office at 315-635-5762. Small Group Facilitator: Adult Faith Formation is looking for adults with good communication skills and a good knowledge of Scripture and our Catholic faith to facilitate small group discussions. Training will be provided. Contact Renée Romance at reneerministry@gmail.com or call the parish office at 315-635-5762. Resources Formed A Spiritual Connection A Bible in a Year Podcast with Fr. Mike Schmitz Anchor 1 Anchor 2

Overnight Adoration Please click the button below to register for an Overnight Adoration date. Friday, February 20 & Saturday, February 21, 2026 Friday, February 27 & Saturday, February 28, 2026 Friday, March 6 & Saturday, March 7, 2026 Friday, March 13 & Saturday, March 14, 2026 Friday, March 20 & Saturday, March 21, 2026 Friday, March 27 & Saturday, March 28, 2026