Ash Wednesday
Masses - 7:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, & 5:30 PM
Ash Wednesday is a holy day of prayer, fasting, and repentance. It marks the beginning of Lent. Masses on Ash Wednesday are 7:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, and 5:30 PM. Join us as we begin our Lenten journey together!
BREAD & SOUP SUPPER - 6:00 PM
Following the 5:30 PM Mass on Ash Wednesday, join us as we break fast as a family with a simple (and delicious) soup and homemade bread meal. We’ve got something for everyone. To help support our food ministry for the poor, we’re asking for a $5 per person donation.
ADORATION & RECONCILIATION - 7:00 PM
After our Soup Supper, join us for some quiet time in the presence of God. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and the Sacrament of Reconciliation begin at 7:00 PM. Come and find stillness and peace as we enter into this Lenten season.
Bread & Soup Supper
Following the 5:30 PM Mass on Ash Wednesday, join us as we break fast as a family with a simple (and delicious) soup and homemade bread meal. We’ve got something for everyone. To help support our food ministry for the poor, we’re asking for a $5 per person donation.
Middle School Youth Retreat
March 7-9, 2025 | Frost Valley YMCA
Holy Cross Middle School Retreat is a weekend retreat for students in grades 6-8 joined by our high school peer leaders and adult leaders/chaperones. The retreat takes place at the Frost Valley YMCA in the Catskill Mountains. Sign up here.
Women's Lenten Retreat
Register at syracusecatholicwomen.org
Schedule
7:45 Registration & Confession
8:30 Adoration & Rosary
9:00 Mass
9:45 Breakfast
10:45 Reflection
11:30 Brown Scapular Enrollment
12:00 Divine Mercy Chaplet
12:15 Conclusion
Ignite Catholic Men's Conference
IGNITE 2025 Catholic Men's Conference: Saturday, March 29th
We are excited to announce that the IGNITE Catholic Men’s Conference is back with a great lineup of speakers: Bear Woznick, Fr Chase Hilgenbrinck and Ben Steele. As always Bishop Lucia will start the day with Holy Mass. IGNITE will return to Bishop Ludden Junior/Senior High School this year. Mark your calendar NOW and register early to save $20. We are challenging everyone to not only register yourself but bring a family member or friend to share the day.
Please go to the event website for the bio’s of the speakers, schedule for the day and to register. Register online at www.ignitecatholicmen.org
Monthly Movie
Join us on Tuesday, February 25 at 1:00 PM in Yeazel Hall for a free viewing of Gifted. We hope you can join us! Refreshments provided.

Valentines Day Luncheon
Friday, February 14, 2025 | 12:00 PM
Celebrate Valentine's Day with us at Holy Cross! A hot lunch will be catered includes salad and dessert. Price is $20 per person. Please call Jo Oliva at (315) 446-3328 by 11 AM on Tuesday, February 11 to make your reservation.

World Marriage Day Mass
World Marriage Day Mass
Sunday, February 9, 2025 | 2:00 pm at the Cathedral
The Most Reverend Douglas J. Lucia invites all married couples & their families to join him in celebrating World Marriage Day Mass on Sunday, February 9 at 2:00 PM at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. A special blessing for all couples in attendance will be imparted.
If celebrating your 25th, 50th, or 50+ year anniversary in 2025, please contact the parish office to receive a special invitation. Call us at 315-446-0473 or info@holycrossdewitt.org.
Needlework Group
The next Needlework Group (sewing, quilting, knitting) gathering will be on Thursday, February 6 at 1:00 PM downstairs in Yeazel Hall. New knitters are always welcome! Questions? Please call Jo Oliva at 315-446-3328.
Sandwich Making
Sandwich Ministry for Men's Shelter
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 | 8:15 am
Help us feed the hungry in Syracuse! Come make sandwiches with us in Yeazel Hall on Tuesday, February 4 at 8:15 AM to be taken to Catholic Charities Men's Shelter. Donations of supplies are always appreciated!

Lessons & Carols
Our service of Lessons and Carols was postponed earlier this month due to inclement weather. Lessons and Carols is now rescheduled for Thursday, January 2 at 7:00 PM in the church.
Scripture readings and music of the season by the choir & instrumentalists will fill the church with the joy of the Christmas season. Invite your friends & family to join you. All are welcome. We hope to see you there!

Needlework Group
The next Needlework Group (sewing, quilting, knitting) gathering will be on Thursday, December 19 at 1:00 PM downstairs in Yeazel Hall. New knitters are always welcome! Questions? Please call Jo Oliva at 315-446-3328.

Christmas Delight
Join us for our Christmas Delight Luncheon (which will replace Coffee and Conversation) this month at noon on Tuesday, December 17 in Yeazel Hall. Bring a $5 giftcard to participate in our gift swap. Pizza, salad, and drinks will be available for lunch ($15/person).
Contact Jo Oliva at 315-446-3328 with any questions.

Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Join us for the celebration of the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception

Return Giving Tree Gifts
Return Giving Tree tags and gift no later than Sunday, December 8 at 11:00 AM. Learn more.

Food Giving Weekend
Help us support our food pantries! Bring non-perishable food donations to Mass. Learn more here.

Needlework Group: Cancelled
Please note our Needlework Group meeting for December 5th has been cancelled.


Breakfast with Santa
Sunday, December 1, 2024 | 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us for Breakfast with Santa at Holy Cross! Doors open on Sunday, December 1 at 8:30 AM and festivities last until 1:00 PM. Come enjoy a hot, delicious breakfast and a chance to meet Mr. Claus. Snap a family photo, have more than a few pancakes, and spend some time with your parish family. We hope you'll join us for this festive tradition! $7/person (under 4 are free) | $25 family max



Fall Festival
Holy Cross Fall Festival
JOIN US FOR MASS: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 | 10:30 AM
Holy Cross Church & School is excited to invite you, your family, and your friends to the Holy Cross Fall Festival! Come rain or shine! Join us for Mass at Holy Cross Church at 10:30 AM. Following Mass, head over to Holy Cross School for food, fun, and games.
FREE FOOD, FUN, & GAMES: 11:30AM - 2:00PM
The festival kicks off after Mass at 11:30 AM and runs to about 2:00 PM. The festival will take place at Holy Cross School. There will be a free lunch, delicious fall treats like pies, cakes, and scrumptious sides! There will be some incredible inflatables, dodgeball tournament for middle and high school students, fun activities like face painting, and amazing entertainment.
PARTICIPATION WAIVER
Please note: this year a parent must sign a waiver before their child can participate on any inflatables. You may sign the release and email it to steve@holycrossdewitt.org or bring a signed copy with you to the event.
HOUSE SHIRT
Early registrants for Faith Formation and Sacramental Prep and all Holy Cross School students: your House shirt will be ready for pick up before Mass. So come 10 minutes early to pick it up. New to the Houses? Learn more about the Houses here.
VOLUNTEERS
If you are interested in volunteering at the event, please contact Julie Sheridan at julie@holycrossdewitt.org. We are looking for help with setup on Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning, clean up after the event Sunday afternoon, serving food and drinks, and supervising the inflatables. Please let us know if you’d like to help.

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Join us for Mass to celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary





Food Giving Weekend
Help us support our food pantries! Bring non-perishable food donations and personal wellness items to Mass. Learn more here.

