Friday, May 31
CHALLENGING TIMES
With 6 in 10 priests aged 65-70 by 2030, Buffalo Diocese orders parish merger plan
With 6 in 10 priests aged 65-70 by 2030, Buffalo Diocese orders parish merger plan
Thursday, May 30
LEGACY REMEMBERED
Late Father Kenneth J. Doyle honored with street dedication in Albany
Late Father Kenneth J. Doyle honored with street dedication in Albany
Wednesday, May 29
A GOLDEN DAY!
Teresian House celebrates 50th anniversary milestone
Teresian House celebrates 50th anniversary milestone
Tuesday, May 28
'NIMBLE WITH THE SPIRIT'
Synod report for U.S. shows growth, tensions and 'deep desire to rebuild' the body of Christ
Synod report for U.S. shows growth, tensions and 'deep desire to rebuild' the body of Christ
Pope apologizes for using 'homophobic' slang
He used the term when responding to a bishop's question about admitting gay men to seminaries as candidates for priesthood
He used the term when responding to a bishop's question about admitting gay men to seminaries as candidates for priesthood
Saturday, May 25
'I WANT TO PLEASE GOD'
His lifelong dream was to be a saint, Blessed Carlo Acutis' mother says
His lifelong dream was to be a saint, Blessed Carlo Acutis' mother says
'OVER THE MOON'
Carlo Acutis' canonization news leaves U.S. devotees filled with joy
Carlo Acutis' canonization news leaves U.S. devotees filled with joy
Friday, May 24
THE FIRST MILLENNIAL SAINT
Pope recognizes miracle needed for church's first 'millennial' saint
Pope recognizes miracle needed for church's first 'millennial' saint
Wednesday, May 22
What’s wrong with me?
The commission to follow the actions of Jesus is given to you and me personally, to take to heart and to live here and now, throughout this day, this hour, this minute.
The commission to follow the actions of Jesus is given to you and me personally, to take to heart and to live here and now, throughout this day, this hour, this minute.
FACT CHECK
House bill cracking down on antisemitism does not restrict biblical teaching
House bill cracking down on antisemitism does not restrict biblical teaching
THE PAPAL WORLD VIEW
Pope Francis' CBS interview addresses women deacons, war, migrants, climate change and hope
Pope Francis' CBS interview addresses women deacons, war, migrants, climate change and hope
Catholic women, citing church teaching, push back at Butker graduation speech
Benedictine Sisters in responding to speech say "We reject a narrow definition of what it means to be Catholic."
Benedictine Sisters in responding to speech say "We reject a narrow definition of what it means to be Catholic."
HEARTS ON FIRE
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage journeys begin on Pentecost
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage journeys begin on Pentecost
Tuesday, May 21
Albany to dedicate street in honor of Father Doyle’s legacy
Ceremony will take place May 28 at the Parish of Mater Christi
Ceremony will take place May 28 at the Parish of Mater Christi
The mystery of the Trinity
But why is this mystery so important and what can we say about the Trinity?
But why is this mystery so important and what can we say about the Trinity?
N.Y.’s highest court upholds state’s abortion mandate
Diocese of Albany vows to continue fight
Diocese of Albany vows to continue fight
Monday, May 20
ORDINATION CELEBRATION
Five priests, one deacon ordained at the Cathedral
Five priests, one deacon ordained at the Cathedral
Friday, May 17
'PERPETUAL PILGRIMS'
Eucharistic Pilgrimage kicks off May 18-19 with Masses, processions at iconic U.S. sites
Eucharistic Pilgrimage kicks off May 18-19 with Masses, processions at iconic U.S. sites
Wednesday, May 15
‘BE ANOTHER CHRIST’
Deacon Joseph Tuan Pham remembers life-changing words from a priest-mentor in this Vocation Voices Q&A as his ordination nears
Deacon Joseph Tuan Pham remembers life-changing words from a priest-mentor in this Vocation Voices Q&A as his ordination nears
EVENTS FOR MAY 18-23
Community Climate Action Walk, Pentecost celebration at the Cathedral, Taize prayer service, and more!
‘Kindness Matters’ campaign coming to the Diocese
The Diocese of Albany is excited to launch a large-scale evangelization initiative this summer around the theme “Kindness Matters.
‘YOU WOULD BE A GOOD DEACON!’
Nudges by the faithful led Eric Ramirez to find his calling with the permanent diaconate
Nudges by the faithful led Eric Ramirez to find his calling with the permanent diaconate
Welcoming the Wild Goose
As we celebrate the arrival of the Holy Spirit, can we open ourselves up to the Spirit any way it chooses to show up?
As we celebrate the arrival of the Holy Spirit, can we open ourselves up to the Spirit any way it chooses to show up?
Pentecost and the practical gifts of the Holy Spirit
What exactly do we celebrate on Sunday on this great feast?
What exactly do we celebrate on Sunday on this great feast?
Everyone leads!
All of the Catholic faithful in the Diocese of Albany must promote and support vocations.
All of the Catholic faithful in the Diocese of Albany must promote and support vocations.
PILGRIMAGE WITH THE POPE
Siena College president and trustees have private meeting with Pope Francis
Thursday, May 9
THE ASCENSION 2024
Why is this feast so important and what do we celebrate?
Why is this feast so important and what do we celebrate?
Mary, full of grace
Her words of humility and faith provide guidance as we consider Christ's eventual return in glory
Her words of humility and faith provide guidance as we consider Christ's eventual return in glory
Methodist minister, partner receive same-sex blessing from Chicago parish in video
Expert: Ceremony seems to 'flatly contradict' 'Fiducia Supplicans'
Expert: Ceremony seems to 'flatly contradict' 'Fiducia Supplicans'
We are in a waiting room!
We are in the in-between time of the Ascension and the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost
Wednesday, May 8
New York attorney sues pro-life groups over abortion pill reversal process
Thomas More Society calls lawsuit 'baseless'
A ‘SACRED JOURNEY’
As his ordination nears, Deacon Anthony Chibueze Onu talks about his vocational journey, which started in Nigeria and has brought him to the Diocese of Albany
As his ordination nears, Deacon Anthony Chibueze Onu talks about his vocational journey, which started in Nigeria and has brought him to the Diocese of Albany
‘GOD’S LOVE, MERCY AND FORGIVENESS’
Deacon Adam Feisthamel talks to The Evangelist about the three things he wants to share with the faithful as his ordination to the priesthood nears.
Deacon Adam Feisthamel talks to The Evangelist about the three things he wants to share with the faithful as his ordination to the priesthood nears.
Who’s your daddy?
Place Jesus at the center of our lives and grant to him his rightful place on the throne of our hearts
Place Jesus at the center of our lives and grant to him his rightful place on the throne of our hearts
Friday, May 3
‘SHOWDOWN AT THE O.K. CORRAL’
N.Y. diocese moves to scrap bankruptcy in impasse with abuse claimants
N.Y. diocese moves to scrap bankruptcy in impasse with abuse claimants
Thursday, May 2
La Salle Institute names Calacone new Head of School
He takes over for Colonel Joseph Raczkowski who retires after serving nearly 25 years in various leadership positions at the school.
He takes over for Colonel Joseph Raczkowski who retires after serving nearly 25 years in various leadership positions at the school.
Wednesday, May 1
‘PART OF A FAMILY’
Deacon Paul McDonald talks about his pastoral year with the Catholic Community of the Holy Family
Deacon Paul McDonald talks about his pastoral year with the Catholic Community of the Holy Family
‘FATHER JUSTIN’
Catholic Answers 'no less resolved' to use AI after virtual priest brouhaha
Catholic Answers 'no less resolved' to use AI after virtual priest brouhaha
LAST STEPS OF THE JOURNEY
As his ordination nears, Deacon Tom Fallati sees his priestly ministry as a gift
As his ordination nears, Deacon Tom Fallati sees his priestly ministry as a gift
Catholic schools receive increases in state budget
The funds will go to Health, Safety, and Security initiatives, tuitions reimbursement and more.
EVENTS FOR MAY 2-9
Community performance at St. Vincent de Paul, Mother-Daughter tea, Church garage sale, and more!