About Spirit of Hope Parish @ St. Mary of the Lake Mission · Verona Beach, New York
Spirit of Hope Parish is a unified Catholic community serving eight churches across multiple towns in New York, including Verona Beach. The parish emphasizes communal faith and growth through shared worship and ministries. It is rooted in the Catholic tradition and guided by the Holy Spirit, as reflected in its mission statement and scripture quote from Romans 15:13. The central office is located in Oneida, NY, and serves all parishes under its umbrella.
- Rector
- Fr. Chris Ballard
Why belong here
Join a vibrant community of Catholic believers across eight parishes, united in faith and service. Engage through youth ministry, religious education, and parish registration. Participate in faith formation, sacraments, and parish life that fosters joy, peace, and hope through the Holy Spirit.