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

Liturgical Ministries Bereavement Support Ministry Our Bereavement Support Ministry tries to be the compassionate heart and hands of our Lord Jesus. No one can really feel or remove another's pain, but everyone can walk beside and support another who is sorrowful. Those involved in our Bereavement Ministry find that in supporting others, our own faith is nourished and deepened. Volunteers are asked to attend funeral Masses held at St. Mary's to offer support to the family and friends of the deceased. We ask you to prayerfully consider this wonderful ministry. This ministry does not require special training, and the time commitment is one hour on an as-needed basis. Funeral Preparation Team The work done by the volunteers on our Funeral Preparation Team is highly valued by all involved. This ministry requires individuals who are good listeners, are patient, and who can exhibit compassion with those experiencing loss. Members of our Funeral Preparation Team meet with the family members of the deceased to plan the funeral liturgy, perform a brief prayer service during the calling hours if necessary, assist with Funeral liturgy preparation/set up, and attend the Funeral Mass as support to the family. Training is offered for volunteers who wish to join this ministry. Training takes approximately 2-3 hours. Volunteers do not need experience in this role, however they should have good listening skills, compassion, and the ability to lead prayers in a private environment. The time commitment for a Funeral Team member for one Funeral Liturgy is approximately 8 hours over the course of 3-5 days, depending on the needs of the family. Funeral Reception Team T his ministry provides receptions following a Funeral Liturgy for the family and friends of the deceased. Volunteers for this ministry can help in several capacities: Providing food for the reception (typically breakfast, lunch, or snack foods) Assist with set up or clean up (2 hour commitment each; 4 hours if you choose to do both) Assist with serving food at the reception Training for this ministry is provided and takes about 1-2 hours.

Governing Bodies St. Mary's has three consultative bodies that serve to advise the pastor about pastoral issues. Their main purposes are to investigate, reflect, and research conclusions about pastoral matters to recommend to the pastor as appropriate. Members of these committees/councils are appointed by the pastor. Pastoral Council The purpose of the Pastoral Council is to identify the spiritual and temporal needs of the parish community and to encourage members of the parish community to participate in the life of the parish. As a council, the members are responsible for the needs of the Universal Church as well as those of the parish. The members, in consultation with the pastor, staff, and ministerial committees, discuss, research, and through consensus, recommend the direction which the parish should take in matters of the church. The membership consists of both, selected and non-selected members. All members are involved with parish activities and make a commitment to offering a talent or skill to council ministry. Selected members of the Pastoral Council must be confirmed, registered Catholic members of the parish, in good standing. Each member shall serve a three (3) year term. CURRENT PASTORAL COUNCIL MEMBERS (until March 2, 2026) Officers: Mark Rossler, Chair Sharon Stack, Vice-Chair Katy Rossler, Secretary Selected Members: Aaron Gloo Kevin Newman Bill McManus Donna Newman Elsie Petersen Marilyn Powell Appointed Member: Sr. Marcia Barry Ex Officio Members: Bishop Douglas Lucia, Pastor Fr. Ben Schrantz, Vicar Deacon Joseph Casper Renée Romance, Trustee Dr. John O'Brien, Trustee Amy Casper, Finance Committee Chair If you're interested in serving on the 2025 Pastoral Council, please click here for more details . Finance Committee The Finance Committee serves the pastor in an advisory capacity for all financial matters pertaining to the parish. These include: preparation and review of annual operating budgets, short and long-term business plans, capital expenditures, and investment programs and policies. Members of this committee are appointed by the pastor. Appointed members should have background/experience in finance and/or business. Ideally, one member should have a legal background. Liturgy Committee Mass doesn't just happen - it takes planning. The Liturgy Committee plans and coordinates our liturgies throughout the year. The Liturgy Committee is comprised of the pastor, representatives from each liturgical ministry, the director of music ministry, a staff representative, and representatives from certain support ministries. Members of this committee are appointed by the pastor.

Pastoral Council Nominations ST MARY’S PASTORAL COUNCIL OPENINGS! We have several openings for terms that will begin in March 2025. WHAT IS PASTORAL COUNCIL? The purpose of the Pastoral Council is to identify the spiritual and temporal needs of the parish community, and to encourage members of the parish community to participate in the life of the parish. As a Council, the members are responsible to assess the needs of our parish. The members, in consultation with the Pastor and staff, shall research and discuss and through consensus, recommend ways to meet those needs. HOW OFTEN DOES PASTORAL COUNCIL MEET? Several times a year, from September through June. HOW LONG IS THE TERM? Council members serve for three-year terms, with the opportunity to continue for another three years. WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY FOR PASTORAL COUNCIL? Registered member of St. Mary’s Parish. 21 years or older. Confirmed and practicing Catholic who attends Mass regularly. Have current Safe Environment Certification or be willing to attend training. Active participation in both the sacramental and ministerial life of the parish. A commitment to share your gifts and talents for the benefit of the parish. A commitment to further the parish mission through discipleship. HOW DO I APPLY? Applications are available at the Parish Office, the bulletin racks in the church or on our website: Click here to download the application or click here to complete the application online . Completed applications can be dropped office or mailed to the Parish Office or put in the lockbox at the front of the church. Deadline: February 15, 2025. WHAT IS THE PROCESS FOR SELECTING COUNCIL MEMBERS? Submitted applications will be reviewed by the Leadership Committee which consists of the Pastor, Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary and Trustees. Selected members will begin their term in March 2025. QUESTIONS: Contact Renée Romance, Trustee at (315) 382-7537 Thank you for prayerfully considering joining Parish Council to continue the important work of St. Mary’s Parish. PC Application

Liturgical Ministries Children's Liturgy of the Word The children’s liturgy takes place on Sundays at the 9:00 AM Mass. (Children's liturgy does not take place on select Sundays throughout the year; please check the parish calendar for dates.) Children in grades kindergarten to sixth are welcome to attend. Younger children may attend with the accompaniment of an older sibling if the younger child is well behaved. The purpose of the children’s liturgy is to help bring the Word of God into the hearts of children so that they may come to know, love, and serve God. The children’s liturgy is not a playtime or a time for arts and crafts. It is the Mass. The children listen to the same scriptures that are read in the church, however they are written at a level comprehensible to a child. After the scripture readings, there is an interactive homily where children may ask questions about the readings. Following the homily, the children profess their faith through the Apostles’ Creed, followed by Intercessory Prayers where the children may request prayers for family, friends, and pets in need. The children then return to church to complete the Liturgy of the Eucharist with their families. There are many ways children may participate in the children’s liturgy. Some children may help as lectors, some may hold up our Responsorial Psalm signs, or the crucifix during our prayer petitions. Some may hand out/collect copies of the Apostles’ Creed, and some may participate in skits when we act out the story of the Gospel. A child participating as a lector must be at least in fifth grade or able to read at a fifth grade reading level. If your child would like to participate, he or she may come forward when the children are called at the beginning of Mass. No sign-up or registration is necessary. Adult participation is welcomed. All participating adults must have completed Safe Environment training.

Diocesan Reorganization Update July 27, 2023- The Roman Catholic Diocese of Syracuse and the official Committee of Unsecured Creditors announce that they have reached a settlement agreement in the Chapter 11 case filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in the Northern District of New York on June 19, 2020. The Diocese and the Committee believe this settlement is an important first step in forming a chapter 11 plan that will lead to the Diocese's exit from chapter 11. See more information below. Please scroll all the way down to see all the information presented by Bishop Lucia and the Diocese of Syracuse, and please join us at Mass at 4:00pm on Saturday, July 29 or 7:30am or 9:00am on Sunday, July 30 for more information from Fr. Cliff Auth. A Video Message from Bishop Lucia Joint Announcement (click here to download the print version) Letter to the Faithful (click here to download the print version) Frequently Asked Questions (cl ick here to download the print version) Link to Diocesan Website (For more information, c lick here to visit the official web page of the Diocese of Syracuse ) Parish Town Hall Meetings July 31, 2023: As mentioned during his homily at Masses this past weekend, Fr. Cliff will be having two town hall meetings to answer questions and hear concerns of our parishioners regarding the Diocese of Syracuse’s recently announced settlement agreement in the Chapter 11 case filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court. Due to the unexpected passing of a close friend of Fr. Cliff’s, there has been a slight change of schedule for the first town hall meeting: The town hall meeting originally scheduled to be held tomorrow, Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at St. Augustine’s will now be held on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 10:30 am before the senior luncheon in the St. Augustine’s Gathering Space. The town hall meeting being held at St. Mary’s will be held, as originally planned, on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 7pm at St. Mary’s Church. Parishioners from St. Mary’s and St. Augustine’s are welcome to attend either town hall meeting that works with their schedule. If you were unable to attend Mass this past weekend, you can find the information shared on this web page or at https://www.staugustinesparish.org/diocesan-reorganization. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the settlement agreement, we’ll look forward to talking with you on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 10:30am in the St. Augustine’s Gathering Space or on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 7pm at St. Mary’s Church. Town Hall Meetings

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"The Son of God became man for our salvation but only in Mary and through Mary." Saint Louis Marie de Montfort Welcome to Our Church We're so glad you're here! We hope you find everything you need. To join our parish family, please click here or call the parish office at 315-635-5762. As the Roman Catholic Faith Community of Saint Mary's, led by the Holy Spirit, we dedicate ourselves to proclaiming the Word of God, providing meaningful liturgy, serving God's people, and fostering devotion to the Blessed Sacraments and to our Blessed Mother. We are committed to Catholic education and faith formation for all ages, while also calling all to live a full sacramental life following the teaching authority of the Church. Through team ministry we strive to be present to the call of the Holy Spirit and serve to be the presence of Jesus for the wider Baldwinsville community. We hope that what you find here will enrich your faith and strengthen you on your personal faith journey. Learn More Please Join Us for Mass Monday : 10 AM at St. Mary's Tuesday: 7 PM at St. Mary's Wednesday: 10 AM at St. Augustine's Thursday: 10 AM at St. Augustine's Saturday: 4 PM at St. Mary's and 5:30 PM at St. Augustine's Sunday: 7:30 AM & 9 AM at St. Mary's and 10:30 AM at St. Augustine's Our Location 47 Syracuse Street Baldwinsville, NY13027 315-638-5762 Church & Parish Hours Please join us for Mass or stop in for private prayer or just to say hello! Church Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM for Private Prayer (Please enter through the North door across from the Rectory.) Mass Monday : 10 AM at St. Mary's Tuesday: 7 PM at St. Mary's Wednesday: 10 AM at St. Augustine's Thursday: 10 AM at St. Augustine's Saturday: 4 PM at St. Mary's and 5:30 PM at St. Augustine's Sunday: 7:30 AM & 9 AM at St. Mary's and 10:30 AM at St. Augustine's Adoration Tuesdays 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM 9:00 AM Silent Adoration Begins 3:00 PM Divine Mercy Chaplet 3:15 PM - 6:30 PM Silent Adoration Continues 6:30 PM Recitation of Rosary 7:00 PM Mass Parish Office Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Confession Every Other Wednesday 10:30 - 11:30 AM St. Augustine's Every Other Tuesday 5:30 - 6:30 PM St. Mary's (Click here to see full schedule.) Church & Parish Hours Mass Monday : 10 AM at St. Mary's Tuesday: 7 PM at St. Mary's Wednesday: 10 AM at St. Augustine's Thursday: 10 AM at St. Augustine's Saturday: 4 PM at St. Mary's and 5:30 PM at St. Augustine's Sunday: 7:30 AM & 9 AM at St. Mary's and 10:30 AM at St. Augustine's Adoration Tuesdays 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM 9:00 AM Silent Adoration Begins 3:00 PM Divine Mercy Chaplet 3:15 PM - 6:30 PM Silent Adoration Continues 6:30 PM Recitation of Rosary 7:00 PM Mass Church Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM for Private Prayer (Please enter through the North door across from the Rectory.) Confession Wednesday, September 21 10:30 - 11:30 AM St. Augustine's Tuesday, September 27 5:30 - 6:30 PM St. Mary's (Click here to see full schedule.) Parish Office Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Upcoming Events We hope you can join us for these upcoming events! Multiple Dates Fri, Jan 03 Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament (First Friday) / St. Mary's Church Learn more Jan 03, 2025, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM St. Mary's Church Multiple Dates Tue, Dec 17 Rosary / Baldwinsville Learn more Dec 17, 2024, 6:30 PM – 6:50 PM Baldwinsville, 47 Syracuse St, Baldwinsville, NY 13027, USA Multiple Dates Thu, Dec 21 Men's Group / The Den (basement of the Parish Center) Learn more Dec 21, 2023, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM The Den (basement of the Parish Center) An opportunity to learn more about your faith with other men! Multiple Dates Tue, Dec 19 Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament / St. Mary's Church Learn more Dec 19, 2023, 9:00 AM – 6:45 PM St. Mary's Church Multiple Dates Wed, Dec 13 CANCELED: Confession / St. Augustine's Learn more Dec 13, 2023, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM St. Augustine's Multiple Dates Tue, Dec 05 Confession / St. Mary's Learn more Dec 05, 2023, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM St. Mary's Multiple Dates Fri, Dec 01 First Friday Adoration / St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Baldwinsville Learn more Dec 01, 2023, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Baldwinsville, 3494 NY-31, Baldwinsville, NY 13027, USA Sat, Nov 11 13th Annual Syracuse Catholic Women's Conference / Convention Center at the Oncenter Learn more Nov 11, 2023, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Convention Center at the Oncenter Sun, Nov 05 Jesus Revolution Movie / St. Mary's Gathering Space Learn more Nov 05, 2023, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM St. Mary's Gathering Space Sun, Oct 29 Trunk 'R Treat / St. Augustine's Parish Details Oct 29, 2023, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM St. Augustine's Parish, 7333 Obrien Road, Baldwinsville Tue, Oct 24 Turkey Day Race Food Drive / Multiple Drop Off Locations Learn more Oct 24, 2023, 9:00 AM – Nov 23, 2023, 11:00 AM Multiple Drop Off Locations Multiple Dates Mon, Oct 23 Six Weeks with the Bible Series Proverbs: Wisdom for Living / Social Hall (located in St. Mary's basement Learn more Oct 23, 2023, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM Social Hall (located in St. Mary's basement Proverbs: Wisdom for Living looks at portions of the book of Proverbs and helps readers apply that wisdom to their lives today. Proverbs' wisdom is made accessible to all in this highly practical Bible study book about making smart decisions in all areas of life. Multiple Dates Sun, Oct 22 Coffee and Donuts! / St. Mary's Gathering Space Learn more Oct 22, 2023, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM St. Mary's Gathering Space Hosted by the Respect Life Committee Fri, Oct 13 Novena for Life / Respect Life Month Novena Details Oct 13, 2023, 12:00 AM – Oct 21, 2023, 11:50 PM Respect Life Month Novena Tue, Oct 10 Holy Hour for Life / Baldwinsville Learn more Oct 10, 2023, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Baldwinsville, 47 Syracuse St, Baldwinsville, NY 13027, USA Sat, Sep 30 Blessing of the Pets / Baldwinsville Learn more Sep 30, 2023, 5:00 PM Baldwinsville, 47 Syracuse St, Baldwinsville, NY 13027, USA Sat, Sep 30 Joseph's House Baby Bottle Drive / See description for details. Learn more Sep 30, 2023, 7:30 AM – Oct 31, 2023, 3:00 PM See description for details. Please join us in celebrating Respect Life Month by supporting Joseph's House. 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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

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