[ December 13, 2011; 7:00 pm; ] One of the most unanimously acclaimed documentaries in recent years and winner of the coveted Sundance Film Festival Directing Award, this emotionally compelling film is an inspirational and uplifting portrait of a truly colorful and most unusual New York character.  Brash, foul-mouthed, and nononsense, Sister Helen Travis is not your typical saintly soul.  Support the [...]
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[ December 4, 2011; 8:30 am to 11:30 am. ]     Come have breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Sunday, December 4, 2011 8:30 am – 11:30 am Franciscan Church of the Assumption Parish Center 808 North Salina St Syracuse, NY 13208 Adults $6.00 and Childern $3.00 Breakfast includes pancakes or french toast, scrambled eggs, sausage, juice, milk, coffee, tea. Visiting and pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Bazaar table with Christmas gifts, decorations and much, [...]
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[ November 20, 2011; 2:00 pm; ] Arts at Assisi Welcomes The Living Gospel Ministry in Presenting: “Joseph & Mary” A live presentation of the Nativity Story. Sunday, November 20, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. Franciscan Church of the Assumption 812 North Salina Street Syracuse, NY 13208 The Living Gospel Ministry is a husband and wife, full-time traveling Drama & Teachings ministry.  Specializing in “Dramatic Portrayals” & “Interactive Teachings,” their goal is [...]
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[ December 1, 2011; 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. December 6, 2011; 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. December 13, 2011; 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] This Advent, as we prepare for the feast of our Lord’s birth, we recognize that we must also prepare for our or a loved one’s birth into everlasting life. The Franciscan Church of the Assumption and The Franciscan Place at Carousel Center are co-sponsoring a 3-talk series on End-of-Life Issues that will be both informative [...]
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[ November 25, 2011; 5:30 pm; ]     Assumption Food Pantry Presents Its 2nd Annual Sound of Music Sing-A-Long Fundraiser Come in costume!!! Prize for BEST child and adult costume! Popcorn, brownies, cookies, water, coffee and tea will be available for purchase. Friday November 25, 2011 Parish Center Gymnasium, 808 North Salina Street Doors open at 5:30 pm – Movie starts at 6 pm Adults $4, children 11 [...]
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