News & Events (updated weekly)
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Ascension Thursday is May 17: There will be four Masses available for this holy day of obligation: A 5:15 p.m. Vigil Mass on Wednesday, May 16, and the 7:45 a.m., 12:05 & 5:15 p.m. Masses on the holy day itself.
SPECIAL NOTE: Mother Teresa's Pantry will be closed on Friday, May 18. It will reopen on Monday, May 21.
Knitting Group needs your help: Do you have any leftover skeins of yarn? The knitting group needs donations to help fulfill their ministry of knitting and crocheting blankets for the newly baptized and lap covers for the homebound. Please bring donations to the parish office during hours. If you'd like to join our group, stop by Msgr. Carey Hall every Thursday at 12:45 p.m.
The Annual HOPE Appeal: You should have received a letter in the mail about the Annual HOPE Appeal Campaign of the Syracuse Diocese. The HOPE Appeal is the annual fundraising campaign conducted by the Diocese to support vital diocesan-wide programs and services—programs and services that the parishes are not able to provide on their own. Our presentation on this campaign will be held during all Masses on the weekend of May 19-20.
Ambrosian Café: The May luncheon will be held on Tuesday the 22nd. This month's menu is sloppy joes, macaroni and cheese, salad bar and cupcakes. Please make your reservation by May 18. Donation is $5 per person or $4 for members (membership costs $5).
Memorial Day special hours: The parish office will be closed on Monday, May 28 for the Memorial Day Holiday. There will be one Mass that day at 9 a.m.
Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary: Sr. Lois Barton, CSJ, will lead two identical sessions at St. Ambrose Church on the new rosary mysteries introduced by Pope John Paul II in 2002. The afternoon session on Tuesday, May 29, follows a light lunch after the 12:05 p.m. Mass and runs from 1-2:30 p.m. The evening session will run from 7-8:30 p.m. Both sessionswill be held in Msgr. Carey Hall. Please register for a free session by May 25. Call 754-2330.
UPDATE - Feeding the hungry: Mother Teresa's Cupboard is especially in need of peanut butter, dry milk and cereal right now. Paper bags are also in great demand.
NEW ministry schedule posted: The schedule for all Mass ministries from April 14 - July 29, 2012 is posted here.
Baby crying and you don't want to disturb Mass? Did you know that there are speakers in the main vestibule at the back of the church so you can hear the Mass as you comfort your child? Also, you can sit in pews within the small vestibule off the church elevator and still hear Mass.
Open Enrollment for Catholic schools fo Broome County: For grades Pre-K to 6 contact Kathy Pawlowski at 723-1547; for grades 7-12 contact Rich Bucci at 723-5307.
Still need flood relief assistance? Are you back in your home or do you still need help with home repair? Please call Catholic Charities at 729-9166 for assistance.
Project Renew Tropical Storm Lee Support: This is a free crisis counseling service available for all those affected by the flooding from the Sept. 7, 2011, tropical storm. Project Renew staff are available to assist individuals, families, community groups, businesses and service organizations at no charge. Their goal is to assist our community in recovering from the challenges created by the flooding. For more information. call the Mental health Association of the Southern Tier—Project Renew, 607-595-9376.
Community Flood Discussion Groups: Join us at casual gatherings where you can share your experiences, concerns and thoughts about the recent flood. Everyone is welcome to the session on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the school cafeteria.
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Join us for Coffee Hours: Every Sunday after the 10:15 a.m. Mass we have a coffee hour in Msgr. Carey Hall featuring light refreshments and fellowship. NEW! We now have a coffee hour after the 7:45 a.m. daily Mass.
Scripture Study Sessions continue through the spring: The Tuesday morning group meets from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in Msgr. Carey Hall. Our focus is on the weekly Sunday readings. You do not need to register—join the sessions at ANY time.
Are you registered? If you are new to the parish or a longtime attendee but not officially registered, please take a few moments to stop by or call the rectory (754-2330) to register.
Is life a challenge right now? Is there an issue you need to resolve? Did you know that no-cost individual, youth and family counseling services are available to members of our parish? The services are provided by Catholic Charities of Broome County sponsored by St. Ambrose and the McDevitt bequest to the Diocese of Syracuse. For more information, contact Father Currie at 754-2330 or Catholic Charities at 729-9166.
NOTICE regarding solicitations: It has been brought to our attention that individuals have been approaching parishioners to ask for money during and after Mass. We know who these individuals are—their needs are provided for through our outreach ministry. Please, DO NOT GIVE ANYONE MONEY.
Recent News
Now on YouTube: We have created a YouTube Channel where you can view videos related to St. Ambrose Church. Currently posted are two videos from the Basically Bach Ensemble's Fall Concert. You can view the videos HERE.
Diocesan honor: Congratulations to longtime parish volunteers Reggie & Joe Yurko who were presented the Immaculata Medallion for outstanding volunteer service by Bishop Cunningham on Dec. 4 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Syracuse. We thank them for their many years of dedicated service to our parish.
Help Needed
NEW - Perpetual Adoration Chapel needs volunteers: The Church of the Holy Family is in need of adorers for Tuesday at 12 a.m. and 2 a.m.; Friday at 4 a.m.; Saturday at 1 a.m.; Sunday at 4 a.m. and 8 a.m. If you can help with any of these hours, please call Mary Armstrong at 785-5840 or Mary Barton at 785-8877.
Volunteers needed for Sunday morning Coffee Hour: Our coffee hour is held each Sunday after the 10:15 a.m. Mass. It's a good time (especially for new parishioners) to meet and greet. If you are interested and able to help, please call Ginny Madden at 237-4645.
Volunteers needed for Mother Teresa's Cupboard: If you can help out at the food pantry, call Mary Roma at 741-0011.
Cleanup Help for the Soup Kitchen: If you are interested in volunteering, contact Barbara Kane at the rectory (754-2330) so you can be worked into the schedule.
Bereavement Ministry volunteers needed: Are you available to help occasionally during the day with our funeral luncheons? If so, please call Barbara Kane at the rectory, 754-2330.
Of Interest to Our Parishioners
Military Prayer List: We are praying continuously for our parishioners who are serving in active military duty. Please contact the rectory to have your family member added to the list on our new web page.
Do you have a child with a mental health issue? If so, contact Catholic Charities to learn more about their wide range of programs for children with serious emotional issues. Call 584-7800 for more information.
Insurance assistance available: There are more than 20,000 uninsured people in Broome County. Catholic Charities is partnering with Fidelis Care to promote access to insurance programs such as Child Health Plus, Family Health Plus and Medicaid Managed Care. Please call 283-9160 or 283-6928 to see if you are eligible.
Get financial assistance for obtaining hearing aids: Hear Now is a national program of the Starkey Hearing Foundation, which provides assistance to those in need of hearing aids but who are unable to afford them. Verification of the applicant’s financial status and proof of the need for a hearing aid are part of the application procedure. The applicant is responsible for the evaluation, a small program fee and the cost of batteries and repairs. Once qualified, an applicant will receive a hearing aid without any other costs. Since the program’s inception in 1999, the foundation has provided 70,620 hearing aids. For an application call 1-(800) 328-8602
Upcoming Events
May 19-20, Hope Appeal weekend, presentation at all weekend Masses.
May 22, Ambrosian Café, 12:45 p.m. Msgr. Carey Hall.
May 29, Sr. Lois Barton, CSJ, sessions on the luminous mysteries of the rosary, 1-2:30 p.m. and 7-8:30 p.m., Msgr. Carey Hall.
Across Broome County's Catholic Community
Every 1st. & 3rd Thursday of the Month, Support Group for Divorced & Separated, 6-8 p.m. Church of the Holy Family.
May 18, Altar Server Olympics: 6-8 p.m. at Church of the Holy Family. The event includes sack races, dodgeball, tug-of-war, volleyball, kickball and a cookout. There is the chance to win a $100 gift certificate for AMC Theaters and gift baskets. Call the parish office, 754-2330, to sign up by May 16.
May 19, St. Anthony's Holy Name Golf Tournament: 9 a.m., Pheasant Hills Golf Course with men's/women's and mixed teams. Cost is $65 per golfer and includes greens fees/cart/dinner/prizes. Registration fees are due by Fri., May 11. Call Nick Diles at 748-8686.
May 19, Prayer Service for the Blessed Mother, 6:30 p.m., grotto st St. Joseph's Church on Hayes Avenue in Endicott. Bring your own lawn chair. In case of rain, the service will be held in the church. Refreshments will follow in the church hall.
May 31, Pro-Life "Banquet of Hope": 7 p.m. at Brothers 2 in Endwell. Evening includes dinner, live music, two dynamic speakers and an exciting announcement! There is no charge but reservations must be made by May 21 at 770-4958 or by sending an email to bcrighttolife@gmail.com.
June 1-3, St. Joseph's 38th Annual Bazaar, 6-11 p.m. on Friday, 4-11 p.m. on Saturday and noon-5 p.m. on Sunday. Great ethnic food and family fun!
June 1-2, Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians Rummage Sale, 9-5 on Friday, 9-noon on Saturday, AOH Hall, 148 Main St., Binghamton.
June 7, Frank Sinatra Tribute by the Rat Pack Band, 7-10 p.m., St. Anthony's Church under the "Big Tent", reserved seating is $25/person. Call 748-5349 for reservations. Food and drink will be available.
Centennial information can now be found HERE.