Tuesday, October 29

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BRING LIGHT TO THE DARKNESS

Papal commission releases report highlighting progress in safeguarding

Papal commission releases report highlighting progress in safeguarding

Monday, October 28

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'RENEWAL OF THE CHURCH'

Synod calls for quick steps to involve more people in church life

Synod calls for quick steps to involve more people in church life

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Sacred Heart encyclical hailed as a 'simple and powerful cure' to rekindle love

Pope Francis' new encyclical titled 'Dilexit Nos' was released Oct. 24

Pope Francis' new encyclical titled 'Dilexit Nos' was released Oct. 24

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'HE LOVED US"

Only love will save humanity, pope says in encyclical on Sacred Heart

Only love will save humanity, pope says in encyclical on Sacred Heart

Thursday, October 24

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FROM ON HIGH

A rare glimpse from the top of St. Peter’s baldachin

Wednesday, October 23

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A CATHOLIC’S GUIDE TO VOTING

The church teaches us to pay taxes, defend our country and vote.

The church teaches us to pay taxes, defend our country and vote.

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You are not alone

For every survivor of abuse, know that you are not alone.

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‘WITNESS TO THE TRUTH’

Diocese of Albany hosts U.S. premiere of ‘Groomed,’ an award-winning, one-man play written and performed by abuse survivor

Diocese of Albany hosts U.S. premiere of ‘Groomed,’ an award-winning, one-man play written and performed by abuse survivor

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UNLEASHING LOVE

A Spirit-filled, inspirational women’s conference at St. Edward the Confessor

A Spirit-filled, inspirational women’s conference at St. Edward the Confessor

LEGAL NOTICES FOR OCTOBER 24, 2024

LEGAL NOTICES FOR OCTOBER 24, 2024

LEGAL NOTICES FOR OCTOBER 24, 2024

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V.I. grads hosting fundraiser for the famed Grotto

All donations will support refurbishing the base of the fountain of the grotto

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Can you see as Jesus sees?

Perhaps we can take time this week to sit by the roadside with Bartimaeus.

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The thing with feathers

These delicate, fragile, seem­ingly insignificant natural wonders have something powerful to teach us

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Sister Kathleen Turley, RSM

Sister Kathleen Turley, RSM, (formerly Sister Mary dePaul) died Oct. 11.

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March for Life prepares for its own new president

Jennie Bradley Lichter, president-elect of the March for Life Education and Defense Fund, sees chances for “leading with love.”

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EVENTS FOR OCT. 24- NOV. 7

Cavatelli dinner, parish trunk-or-treats, Rosary society craft fair, and more!

Thursday, October 17

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L.A. Archdiocese agrees to pay $880 million to settle thousands of abuse claims

The deal caps yearlong mediation process that involves 1,353 claims

The deal caps yearlong mediation process that involves 1,353 claims

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DAY RETREAT TO AURIESVILLE

Middle schoolers from Mater Christi, All Saints, Blessed Sacrament and St. Thomas the Apostle spend time at the shrine.

Middle schoolers from Mater Christi, All Saints, Blessed Sacrament and St. Thomas the Apostle spend time at the shrine.

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Human trafficking, today’s slavery

Vigilance and awareness are key in fighting the scourge of human trafficking

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‘SAVE THE PLANET’

UN secretary-general delivers speech for Siena symposium on integral ecology

UN secretary-general delivers speech for Siena symposium on integral ecology

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Servant discipleship

We are called to a totally different way of seeing, of thinking and of acting.

Wednesday, October 16

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To know and love the lord

As a priest, I can now share what I have gained through years of study with young people.

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Siena dedicates St. Clare statue

The statue is a partner piece to the sculpture of St. Francis of Assisi

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‘GO AND INVITE EVERYONE TO THE BANQUET’

A message from Pope Francis for World Mission Sunday 2024

A message from Pope Francis for World Mission Sunday 2024

EVENTS FOR OCT. 17-24

Women's Conference, Trunk-or-Treat, Anointing of the Sick Mass, and more!

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‘BRING GOD TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH'

WORLD MISSION SUNDAY: New head of U.S. papal missions see Eucharist as the key.

WORLD MISSION SUNDAY: New head of U.S. papal missions see Eucharist as the key.

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A PERPETUAL INSPIRATION

WORLD MISSION SUNDAY: The lasting mission legacy of Blessed Pauline Jaricot

WORLD MISSION SUNDAY: The lasting mission legacy of Blessed Pauline Jaricot

LEGAL NOTICES FOR OCTOBER 17, 2024

LEGAL NOTICES FOR OCTOBER 17, 2024

LEGAL NOTICES FOR OCTOBER 17, 2024

Tuesday, October 15

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DAY OF SERVICE

Holy Names volunteered at 18 different service organizations around the Capital District for annual event.

Holy Names volunteered at 18 different service organizations around the Capital District for annual event.

Friday, October 11

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March for Life unveils 2025 theme: 'Every Life: Why We March'

The 52nd annual event is scheduled for Jan. 24

The 52nd annual event is scheduled for Jan. 24

Wednesday, October 9

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WALKING SACRED GROUND

Staff writer Emily Benson tours St. Agnes Cemetery in Menands

Staff writer Emily Benson tours St. Agnes Cemetery in Menands

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HEALING THE CHURCH

How one survivor’s story leads us toward renewal. The one-man play 'Groomed' is coming to the Diocese on Oct. 20.

How one survivor’s story leads us toward renewal. The one-man play 'Groomed' is coming to the Diocese on Oct. 20.

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In second week, synod to discuss authority in the church

Role of women in church was key topic in first week

Role of women in church was key topic in first week

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Father Kane garners prestigious CACC award

Honor recognizes his life-long commitment to ecumenical and interfaith endeavors

Honor recognizes his life-long commitment to ecumenical and interfaith endeavors

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Suffering is a part of life

There isn’t a scoreboard at heaven’s gates, expecting perfection and tracking our fumbles.

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Looking with God’s perspective

Jesus looks at us with love, but still asks us to make hard decisions.

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A contrast society

We have to hold fast, be thankful for the band of followers we belong to.

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EVENTS OCT. 10-17

Young Adult apple picking, October Festa, Charismatic prayer meeting, and more!

LEGAL NOTICES FOR OCTOBER 10, 2024

LEGAL NOTICES FOR OCTOBER 10, 2024

LEGAL NOTICES FOR OCTOBER 10, 2024

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Let’s say ‘NO’ to a bad apple

We must say ‘NO’ to the bad apple that is Proposal 1

Thursday, October 3

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A NEW SOUND

St. Mary’s Church in Amsterdam adds children’s choir

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Who is my neighbor?

When thinking about the question — Who is my neighbor? — a look at the Parable of the Good Samaritan is necessary.

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New book sheds light on a media luminary’s outreach

A new book by Father John Cush celebrates the impact of our Catholic identity

Wednesday, October 2

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40 HOURS OF DEVOTION

Eucharistic event set for Immaculate Conception in Glenville

Eucharistic event set for Immaculate Conception in Glenville

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SYNOD ON SYNODALITY

Seven things to know about the second and final session

Seven things to know about the second and final session

LEGAL NOTICES FOR OCTOBER 3, 2024

LEGAL NOTICES FOR OCTOBER 3, 2024

LEGAL NOTICES FOR OCTOBER 3, 2024

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EVENTS FOR OCT. 3-10

Backpack blessing, breakfast buffet, church Harvest Festival and more!

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The primacy of relationships

Is there a welcoming place for separated/divorced Catholics?

Tuesday, October 1

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'JOIN IN PRAYER'

Bishop Scharfenberger calls on Christ's 'healing love' for all those affected by Hurricane Helene

Bishop Scharfenberger calls on Christ's 'healing love' for all those affected by Hurricane Helene