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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.

The Diocese of Syracuse announces a plan to bring together Bishop Ludden and Bishop Grimes Jr./Sr. High School to form a new junior/senior high school. The unified entity will be located at the current Bishop Ludden High School campus at 815 Fay Road in Syracuse. It will be named Bishop Ludden/Grimes, honoring the legacy and contributions of both schools, which were named after the first and second Bishops of Syracuse, respectively.

Syracuse, NY - The Diocese of Syracuse is excited to join Catholic schools across the nation in celebrating Catholic Schools Week from January 26th through February 1st, 2025. This annual event, sponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), shines a spotlight on the significant contributions of Catholic schools to education, faith formation, and community building. This year’s theme, Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community, will continue through 2026, emphasizing the strong bond that Catholic schools foster among students, families, and their communities.

Syracuse, NY - The Most Reverend Douglas J. Lucia, Bishop of Syracuse, has released his second pastoral letter titled With Liberty and Justice for All, addressing immigration through the lens of Catholic social teaching and the Gospels.

The Catholic Schools of Broome County (CSBC) today announced a plan to realign its school campuses, effective at the end of the 2024-2025 academic year. This decision, made in consultation with the Board of Directors and the Diocese of Syracuse, comes in response to declining enrollment trends in the region and aims to ensure the long-term sustainability and excellence of Catholic education in Broome County.

The Diocese of Syracuse joyfully announces the commencement of the Jubilee Year 2025, a time of forgiveness, reconciliation, and renewal in the Catholic Church.

The Diocese of Syracuse is excited to announce the launch of its new official podcast, Catholic Conversations. This engaging new platform will debut its first episode on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, with new episodes airing every Tuesday.

The Diocese of Syracuse is proud to announce the launch of SOLIS, a quarterly magazine and the newest publication of The Catholic Sun, the diocesan newspaper that has been the cornerstone of Catholic journalism for 132 years.

Bishop Douglas J. Lucia has released additional pastoral assignments for 2024.

As we approach the World Day of Migrants and Refugees, celebrated on September 29th, I invite you to join me in reflecting on the plight of those who are forced to leave their homes in search of a better life.

Proposal 1 is a wolf in sheep’s clothing that could lead to darkness for many New York families. This amendment disregards the lives of unborn and struggling children in the name of political agendas. It could have dangerous consequences for these children and their parents. As they look to make their voices heard in the public square, faithful Catholics should consider these consequences and vote no. Likewise, they should thoughtfully vote their informed conscience up and down the ballot so that we might usher in change for good.

"The Bishops of NYS join all people of good will in praying for former President Trump and anyone else injured in today’s incident in Butler, Pa. We unequivocally condemn violence of all kinds, including political violence." New York State Catholic Conference July 14, 2024

Most Reverend Douglas J. Lucia, Bishop of Syracuse, has appointed Tom Andino as the Director of Deacon Formation, effective August 1, 2024.

DECREE ON THE REDUCTION OF THE CHURCH OF SACRED HEART MISSION, SCRIBA, NEW YORK TO PROFANE BUT NOT SORDID USE

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

Most Reverend Douglas J. Lucia will joyfully ordain Rev. Mr. Benjamin Schrantz and Rev. Mr. Pawel Zmija on Saturday June 1, 2024.

Bishop Douglas J. Lucia has released pastoral assignments for 2024.

A follow-up to Bishop Lucia's Pentecost 2022 letter. Read it here.