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Bishop Lucia has announced Pastoral Assignments for late Summer 2025.

On the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings, Bishop Lucia calls for renewed commitment to peace, urging each person to become an instrument of healing and reconciliation in a world still plagued by war. Inspired by the words of St. Francis and recent papal teachings, he reminds us that lasting peace begins with individual action rooted in love, justice, and the common good.

The CSBC Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointments of the three principals for the 2025–2026 academic year at St. John’s and St. James Elementary Schools, and Seton Catholic Central High School. These leaders bring a shared commitment to academic excellence, faith formation, and the holistic development of every student.

Decree on the Extinctive Union-Merger of the Parishes of Saint Peter (Utica) and Saint Mark (Utica)

The Catholic Schools of Broome County (CSBC) announces the resignation of Tracy Caezza as President of the CSBC, effective August 7, 2025.

The Diocese of Syracuse is pleased to announce the promotion of Julie Moss to the role of Associate Director of Safe Environment, effective July 1, 2025.

The Diocese of Syracuse is pleased to announce the promotion of Joelle Zarnowski to Associate Director of Communications, effective July 1, 2025.

Decree on the Extinctive Union-Amalgamation of the Parishes of St. John the Evangelist and St. Thomas the Apostle, New Hartford, New York and the Reduction of the Church of St. Thomas the Apostle, New Hartford, New York to Profane But Not Sordid Use

Decree on the Reduction of the Church of Saint John, North Bay, New York to Profane But Not Sordid Use

Decree on the Reduction of the Church of Saint Agnes, Afton, New York to Profane But Not Sordid Use

It is customary for the Bishop of Syracuse to present the newly ordained priests with their first pastoral appointment at the conclusion of the Ordination Mass.

Most Rev. Douglas J. Lucia, Bishop of Syracuse, will ordain John Brusa III of Syracuse and Joseph Ryan of Binghamton into the priesthood at a Mass on Saturday, June 7 at 10 AM at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Downtown Syracuse. The Mass of Ordination is open to the public and will be livestreamed on Catholic TV, https://www.youtube.com/syrdio.

Decree on the Extinctive Union - Merger of the Parishes of Saint Peter (Rome), Saint John the Baptist (Rome), Saint Joseph (Lee Center), and Saint Paul (Rome)

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Bishop Lucia has announced Pastoral Assignments for Spring 2025

“Habemus papam” – “We have a pope!” I join Catholics throughout the world in welcoming Pope Leo XIV as the 267th Successor of St. Peter. Along with Bishop Robert J. Cunningham, our Bishop-emeritus, and the clergy and faithful of the Diocese of Syracuse, I assure the new Universal Pastor and Bishop of Rome of our best wishes and prayers as he assumes the role of Vicar of Christ on earth.

The NYS Assembly has passed a measure that would legalize assisted suicide in NYS. There is still a way to oppose this legislation.

Decree on the Extinctive Union - Amalgamation of the Parish of Transfiguration, Rome, New York, with the Parish of Saint John the Baptist, Rome, New York and the Reduction of the Church of the Transfiguration, Rome, New York to Profane but not Sordid Use.

As tears sting my eyes, I join the Catholic Church throughout the world mourning the death of our beloved, Pope Francis, the 266th Successor of St. Peter whose true giftedness to the Church of the 21st century will only be seen as we grow in synodality. Along with Bishop Robert J. Cunningham, our Bishop-emeritus, I offer our Diocesan Church’s condolences and deepest sympathies to the Bergoglio Family, to his Jesuit confreres, and to his collaborators in his service to the Universal Church.

Bihop Lucia has appointed Mrs. Mary Beth Fiero as Principal and Mr. Steven Shoults as Assistant Principal of Bishop Ludden-Grimes Jr./Sr. High School. The announcement was made in a letter sent to faculty, staff, and parents, which can be read in full at the link below.