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Mass Times:

Monday: 12:10 pm
Tuesday: 7:00 am
Wednesday: 7:00 am
Thursday: 12:10 pm
Friday: 7:00 am
Saturday 4:30 pm
Sunday: 8:30 am
Sunday: 10:30 am

Sacrament of Reconciliation:

2:30 – 4:00 pm Saturdays

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Welcome to Immaculate Conception Parish!

We are a Roman Catholic Church located at 113 N. Geneva Street in Ithaca, NY. Whether you are a long-time parishioner or a first time visitor, we’re glad you are here. This is where we gather to meet as brothers and sisters to share our Catholic faith, worship and encounter our Lord, Jesus Christ through the Eucharist. We strive to make our parish a community of God’s love, and communion of hearts. Please join us!

Mass Schedule

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Adoration and Prayer

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Pope's Prayer Intentions - July

For Formation in Discernment

 Let us pray that we might again learn how to discern, to know how to choose paths of life, and reject everything that leads us away from Christ and the Gospel.

A Prayer For Those Getting Married This Summer

A special prayer for those who are getting married this summer and their families. May the grace of the Sacrament of Matrimony unite them firmly in their love for God and one another. Blessings!

Rosary after Daily Mass

Daily Mass: Monday and Thursday 12.10 PM Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 7:30 AM. Rosary is said after each Mass.

Mondays at 5:00pm: Rosary in Spanish

Rosary in Spanish every Monday at 5:00 PM

Monday Holy Hour to Resume in September

Monday Holy Hour to resume in September. Kindly note that the weekly Holy Hour will resume on Monday September 1st at 6.30 — 7.30 PM.

Saturdays 2:00pm-3:00pm Eucharistic Adoration with Confession

Saturday Adoration starts at 2:00 – 3:00 PM with confessions available.

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Confessions
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Confessions: Saturdays 2:00pm-3:30pm, Holy Rosary 2:30pm
Communal Lauds: First Friday at 7:00 AM prior to Mass

Communal Lauds: First Friday at 7:00 AM prior to Mass

First Friday of each month: Mass at 7:30am followed by Eucharistic Adoration: until 3:00pm

Eucharistic Adoration: First Friday: 8:00 AM —3:00 PM Hourly signups are encouraged, otherwise open to all.

First Friday Devotions
First Friday Devotions: 7:00am Lauds (Morning Prayer), 7:30am Mass, 8:00am Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, 8:00am-3:00pm Adoration, 3:00pm Benediction
First Saturday of Each Month: Mass at 9:00am

First Saturday of each month: Mass: 9:00 AM to honor Our Blessed Mother with children’s choir.

First Saturday Marian Devotion
First Saturday Marian Devotion: 9:00am Mass
Monthly Prayer Requests for Priests

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How Do You Spend One Hour In The Presence of Jesus?

The Eucharistic Revival Team has asked me to share how I pray in the presence of Jesus during Adoration. Well, this is how I have prayed many times: I begin with deep gratitude for the gracious presence of the Lord who shows up for me in all His glory and for the world. He longs to be with me more than I long for him. After prayer of gratitude, which is often spontaneous, I pause for an extended silence, knowing He is there with me. Silence is not easy but necessary. This is followed by examination of conscience, repentance and resolution to be faithful. Before concluding my hour, I make prayer of petitions: for the sick, poor, the homeless, the elderly who are lonely, for our parish and for all parishioners, for the Church and for the mission of Christ in the world. My conclusion always contains words of more gratitude and renewed commitment to love the Lord deeply and to serve Him and His people with greater love.

 

Immaculate Conception Church is Open Daily from 6:00am – 5:30pm
Parish Center Hours
8:00 am – 4:00 pm (closed for lunch from 12:00-1:00 pm)
Monday thru Thursday
Phone: 607-273-6121
Email: [email protected]

How can we help you?

First-time Visitor?

The parish of Immaculate Conception welcomes you. And we thank you for being here!! Let us know if you need anything. We wish you all of God’s blessings for choosing to celebrate the Eucharist with us. May the intercession of our Blessed Mother obtain for you the graces you need to live your Christian vocation.

Need to Know!

Highlights from the bulletin and FAQs are listed below. Tap on a title or > to read more.

Fr. Chumo Will Be Away Beginning 7/14

Fr. Chumo will be away beginning July 14th for three and half weeks for a summer home visit. While Fr. Chumo is away, Fr. Dan McMullin will cover three weekend Liturgies on these dates: July 20, 26 & 27.

 Fr. Omboga of St. Catherine’s parish will celebrate Mondays 12:10 PM and Thursdays 12.10 PM Mass. Area priests will also be available for all emergency needs including funerals.

Memorial Service for John McNally 8/20

A memorial service for newly deceased John McNally is being planned for August 20th at Immaculate Conception for friends and family. It is currently in the planning process, but anyone interested in attending can mark the date. More details will follow as they get determined.

Cemetary Committee News - Fundraiser 8/20

On July 3, the storm that swept through the area caused extensive damage to the trees at the Cemetery. Countless trees were toppled by the high winds. While we do have insurance at the Cemetery, it is not enough to cover all the damage costs. The Cemetery is sponsoring a fundraiser with Doug’s Fish Fry on Wednesday, August 20 at Triphammer Mall. Please come get some good food and help sponsor the Cemetery.

THANK YOU Cemetary Committee

A huge “Thank You” goes out to all the members of the Cemetery Committee who most recently really came together and worked as a team going far beyond the spectrum of their responsibilities. This committee works with the Cemetery Manager and oversees the regular operations at the Cemetery. New Members are always welcome.

Liturgical Ministers Needed

With graduating Seniors from college, summer plans, and life changes, we are in need of Lectors and Ministers of Holy Communion for our Masses, especially the Sunday 10:30am. Please contact the office if you are able to step in and help. Current Liturgical Ministers can also change their preferences/availability in the Ministry scheduler online. New Ministers can call the parish office at 607-273-6121 to be trained.

New Pastoral Council Members

We sincerely thank the outgoing members of the Parish Council for their dedication and commitment, and welcome these new incoming members who were so willing to step up and accept their new positions: Victor Besse, Dan Matychack, Luke Dumouchel and Judy Briggs.

St. Paul Street Evangelization - Rosaries Still Needed

A collection box for Rosary donations is still available by the front doors to the church. We gave away all our Rosaries during the past Ithaca Festival, which is a good thing. Please help us replenish by donating a rosary.

Monday Holy Hour to Resume in September

Monday Holy Hour to resume in September. Kindly note that the weekly Holy Hour will resume on Monday September 1st at 6.30 — 7.30 PM.

Say NO to Physician Assisted Suicide

The New York State legislature recently passed a bill that would legalize physician-assisted suicide. Please join with thousands of other people across the state asking Governor Hochul to VETO this legislation. The handout in this week’s bulletin gives more information on how this practice diminishes respect for human life and puts vulnerable, ill, and elderly people at risk. Please call the governor at 1-518-474-8390 and sign the petition at https://bit.ly/veto-pas to voice your opposition. Let’s stand up for the dignity of everyone’s lives.

Notre Dame Tours and Shadowing

NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL GRADES 7-12
Come experience the Notre Dame difference! Notre Dame High School provides a comprehensive and challenging educational experience while also supporting student growth through leadership & service opportunities, extensive cocurricular activities, the performing & visual arts and athletic programs. Tours and shadowing opportunities are highly encouraged. Prospective students can choose to spend a half or full day shadowing a student at Notre Dame attending
classes, making new friends, touring the school and enjoying
lunch. For more information or to schedule a tour or shadowing visit please contact Nick Weiermiller at 607-734-2267 option 3. Notre Dame High School is located at: 1400 Maple Avenue, Elmira, NY 14904. A fee for bus service is
available for students residing in Ithaca and the surrounding
areas. Notre Dame High School
is now accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year. Apply online at: notredamehighschool.com. Financial aid is available. We hope to see you soon!

Notify the Caring Team for Notes or Prayer Shawls

The Care and Concern Committee of the Church sends cards to church members in nursing homes. However, often people in our congregation are in the hospital, healing at home or are at rehabilitation centers to gain strength. We want to be sure that our church family knows that we’re thinking of them and praying for them. If someone you know would be blessed by receiving a card, please send the contact information (name and address) to [email protected]…so the Holy Spirit can touch lives one card at a time.

Is there someone you know who could use a warm, cozy shawl that comes with a prayer to help brighten their day? We have Prayer Shawls available for people to hand out. These shawls have been knitted by members of the parish with love and hope that they can help make a difference in someone’s life. Please contact the Caring Team or Parish Office  607/273-6121 if you would like one.

Voice from the Pew

Your voice matters. If you have a suggestion, good idea around the pastoral goals of the parish; spiritual opportunities, outreach/community building, youth and family, buildings/grounds, cemetery and financial matters, kindly stop by the pastoral council meetings that occur every first Thursday of each month. You will be listened to because you love your parish.

When are Confessions heard?

Confessions are heard every Saturday from 2:00pm-3:30pm in the Church.

Sacrament: Seeking Anointing of the Sick?

Call 273-6121 to receive this Sacrament or if your loved one is in the hospital.

Sacraments: Seeking Baptism, First Reconciliation, First Communion, Confirmation?

For Baptism, First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and Confirmation email Rich at [email protected] for information or to register.

Sacrament: Getting Married?

Call 607-273-6121 at least 6 months in advance of your wedding date.

Long-time Parishioner?

For our faith-filled parishioners, thank you for being salt and light to our parish and greater community! We hope our website is another way to stay connected with all our parish has to offer. Talk to members of the parish pastoral council and other ministries to explore opportunities to share your talents. 

Your presence in our congregation is a true blessing. As we welcome your ideas and presence, may our love and faith in Christ increase during our time together. Subscribe to our Facebook page or Parish app. Contact the parish office for all your spiritual needs. 

Mission and Goals Spotlight

Picture of Rev. Augustine Chumo

Rev. Augustine Chumo

Pastor of Immaculate Conception

15th Sunday of Ordinary Time

Every day we pray the prayer of Our Father, the Lord’s prayer. Part of what we pray for is “thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven”. Let’s imagine if we all discerned and did the will of God in our everyday endeavors? I tend to think that the world we live in would be more loving, peaceful, forgiving and tranquil. The big question at times is how can we find out the will of God? The Jews used to meditate on the Torah. The book of Deuteronomy gives a way to listen through our hearts. It tells us that the Law of the Lord is neither obscure nor beyond our reach. It is very near; it is in the heart of every person.

We, Christians who by the grace of God have received faith, read and reflect on the Gospel and allow the Word to speak to our hearts. This is how the will of God is revealed to us. God created us out of love in His image and likeness. Our hearts should long for the things of God, not for our selfish passions. We often make wrong decisions when we rely solely on our human instinct and set aside the voice of our hearts, which is the voice of our creator who loves us. This is when things go wrong, and the consequence is but misery.

Our love of God, which we learn from the Gospel, will be assessed on our attitudes to people. A true region of love, not one of empty words is pleasing to our loving God. The Samaritan, now known as the good Samaritan, was capable of sharing God’s compassion with the person who fell victim to robbers, who was helpless and in need of urgent intervention because he allowed his heart’s voice to speak to him.

 What will you do this week if you are faced with someone in need of compassion? Will you obey that which is in your heart or in your head? Will you make it your business to help? Or will you just walk away from a needy situation?

1. Abundant Spiritual Opportunities

Find Mass Times, Daily Scripture Readings, the Responsorial Psalm for the weekend, along with current listings of Prayer and Adoration times, special services, guest speakers, Bible Studies, and links to resources on the web.
Spiritual

2. Diverse Youth & Family Ministry

We offer different opportunities to engage our youth in their faith, including a flipped Religious Ed Family based program for 1st-5th graders, a middle school and high school youth group, and a hybrid program for Sacrament preparation. In addition, there are service opportunities and youth retreats available.
Youth

3. Community Outreach

Our volunteers help bring the Eucharist to the homebound and those living at Cayuga Ridge, coordinate our Food Pantry, and participate in community events. Our Service Team helps feed the hungry and helps support those in need in our community.
Outreach

4. Financial Transparency | Stewardship

We have an intentional focus on the prudent use of our parish resources and transparent communication of our financial health. Learn more about our Finance Council and access, online Giving or volunteer opportunities.
Stewardship

Meet our Staff

Testimonials

I am 71 years old and have been a part of Immaculate Conception Church from Baptism through all the other sacraments. My husband and I were married on May 8, 1971 in our Church. Our 2 daughters received all sacraments at IC Church while going to IC School. Our oldest daughter Susan was married in the Church. I have been a choir member since 1997 and a cantor for 20 years.
Loretta Goss
Parishioner
We attend Immaculate Conception because we have found parents with whom to share the struggles and triumphs of raising children in the Catholic faith.
Parishioner
Immaculate Conception Parish has been our home for over 10 years. We love the vibrant and prayerful community and the service oriented mindset.
Parishioner

STRIVING TO BE A COMMUNITY OF GOD'S LOVE & SERVICE

Other Reasons to Join our Parish

Eucharist Focused

In receiving the body of Christ we are strengthened to be the body of Christ in the world.

Distinctly Marian

The Blessed Mother, Mary. is our parish patroness and the true model of faith. We honor her through prayers of intercession.

Service to the Greatest in Need

Our mission includes striving to be a community of God's love and service in our community and the world.

Healing Confessions

Father Chumo hears confessions each Saturday from 2:00pm - 3:30 pm. This is a healing sacrament enjoyed by many, so come early!

Beautiful Architecture

21 beautiful stained glass windows of the Saints are visible around our church building.

Supportive of New Ideas for Ministry

You'll find a vibrant faith community where ideas are welcome and many hands help to bring them to fruition.

Our Parish in Pictures

Photos courtesy of Claudia Ariza-Nieto, the Brooks family, the Rasmussen family, Erik West, and Anne Woodard