Diocese of Syracuse Vocations

09/03/2026

Back-to-school season isn't just for the kids; even our priests are hitting the books!

As our local Catholic schools prepare to kick off a new academic year, Father James Buttner is heading off to St. Paul University in Ottawa to begin his studies in Canon Law. Proof that being ordained doesn't get you out of doing homework!

Please join us in praying for a blessed and fruitful year for our Catholic School students, faculty, and staff; Father James; our seminarians; and all college students as they embark on a new academic year.

May God grant them all wisdom, patience, and plenty of grace for the year ahead! 🙏

08/20/2026

Do you see some familiar faces from the Diocese of Syracuse? 👀

Please join us in praying for these men as they begin this new year of formation and discernment.

St. John Vianney, pray for us! 🙏🏻

New Men!

08/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an evening of food, fellowship, prayer, and conversation with Bishop Lucia, our priests, seminarians, and religious. Your presence and your prayers help foster a culture where young people can hear and respond to God’s call.

Please continue to pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, religious life, and holy marriage, and for all those discerning the path God has prepared for them.

07/29/2026

Could God be calling you—or someone you know—to something more?

Join us for the Annual Bishop's Vocations Picnic on Tuesday, August 4, from 4:00–7:30 PM at Immaculate Conception in Fayetteville.

Come enjoy an evening of food, fellowship, and conversation as we encourage one another to listen for God’s call and build a culture of vocations in our Diocese.

⏰ Registration closes Friday, July 31!

Visit vocations-syracuse.org to register!

07/27/2026

Be sure to come see Dc. Doug Villanella and our other seminarians next Tuesday, August 4th at our Annual Vocations Picnic! Registration closes this Friday, so don't miss this opportunity!

Register today at vocations-syracuse.org!

📆 Tuesday, August 4th
⏰ 4 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Immaculate Conception Church, Fayetteville

07/23/2026

El padre Brendan y la Oficina de Promoción Vocacional le invitan a acompañarnos en el Picnic Vocacional: una tarde de convivencia y oración para jóvenes.

Venga a compartir con sacerdotes, seminaristas y religiosos y religiosas; escuche sus historias y descubra cómo Dios sigue llamando a hombres y mujeres a servir a su Iglesia.

📅 Martes, 4 de agosto
⏰ 4:00 p. m. – 7:30 p. m.
📍 Immaculate Conception, Fayetteville

07/13/2026

JOIN US! Our Annual Vocations Picnic will be held on Tuesday, August 4th at Immaculate Conception Church in Fayetteville at 4 PM. Register today at vocations-syracuse.org!

07/10/2026

Could God be calling you to Religious Life?

Young women who are discerning a vocation are invited to a Come & See Weekend with the Parish Visitors of Mary Immaculate, July 17–19 at Marycrest Convent in Monroe, NY.

This weekend is more than a retreat—it's an opportunity to experience the contemplative-missionary charism of the Parish Visitors and gain an authentic look at the daily life of a religious sister. Whether you're actively discerning or simply wondering where God may be leading you, you're welcome to come and explore.

To register, visit: https://forms.gle/v5RMxXw1Un7Ys68F6

For questions, contact Sr. Theresa Marie, PVMI, Vocation Director, at 845-542-1086.

06/21/2026

On this Father's Day, we give thanks not only for our fathers and grandfathers, but also for the spiritual fathers who help lead us closer to Christ.

Through their faithful service, our priests share in the fatherhood of God, offering guidance, encouragement, prayer, and the sacraments that nourish our souls. They walk with us through life's joys and sorrows, celebrating with us, praying for us, and helping us grow in faith.

We thank all fathers for their witness of love and sacrifice, and we offer a special prayer for the priests of our Diocese. May God bless them abundantly as they continue to shepherd His people with the heart of a father.

St. Joseph, model of fathers and protector of the Church, pray for us.

06/05/2026

Today, we joyfull celebrate the 5th Anniversary of Ordination to the Priesthood for Father Dennis Walker and Father Brendan Foley!

For five years, they have faithfully served Christ and His Church, generously sharing their gifts in ministry and helping others grow in their relationship with the Lord. Along the way, both have been strong supporters of vocations in our diocese, encouraging young people to listen for God's call and supporting those discerning their vocation.

Their witness of joyful priesthood serves as a reminder that God continues to call men and women to serve His Church in many ways.

Please join us in congratulating Father Dennis and Father Brendan on this special milestone and in praying for them as they continue their priestly ministry in the years ahead. Ad multos annos!