Parish life

Priests' Anniversaries
Father Rosson retires

Rev. John Rosson of St. Mary’s Church in Cooperstown retired April 1 after serving 19 years in the parish. Father Rosson’s final Mass was Sunday, March 31.
Corpus Christi trip brings the Holy Land to life

When reading the Gospel or listening to a homily in church, it can be difficult at times to visualize the stories and teachings of Jesus in all their glory.
A parish in focus

Parishioners involved in the ministry act as volunteer photographers for parish events, special Masses or parties, helping to chronicle the life of the St. Pius X community through photos.
New leadership team at Our Lady of Hope
Parish teaching team returns from Haiti

Parishioners and pastor from Corpus Christi in Round Lake return from "life-changing experience."
Christmas scenes from around the Albany Diocese

Parishes and schools held various events celebrating the joyous Christmas season.
In a season of joy, some struggle with loss

In the midst of Christmas wonderment, it can be easy to forget the many parishioners in the Albany Diocese who are struggling with grief and loss.
Pilot parishes surpass goal, pave way for campaign

It’s a milestone moment in the Albany Diocese: All nine of the pilot parishes who spearheaded the diocesan-wide “Re-Igniting Our Faith” campaign have not only successfully completed their initiatives, they’ve surpassed their collective goal.
ADVENT IN AVERILL PARK

PARISHIONERS OF ST. HENRY'S Church in Averill Park had a "boxwood tree party" last weekend, decorating small boxwood shrubs as the countdown to Christmas continues. (Nate Whitchurch photo)

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