EVENTS FOR JAN. 16-23

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 21

Clifton Park

Birthright Talk at St. Edward the Confessor Church (569 Clifton Park Center Road). The Knights of Columbus will host a talk at 7 p.m. featuring Susan Barry, the director of Birthright of Saratoga County. This event is open to the public, giving everyone a fantastic chance to learn about the vital services offered by Birthright for women facing unplanned pregnancies. Whether you are directly impacted by an unplanned pregnancy or are looking to support those who are, this presentation will equip you with important knowledge and resources. 

THURSDAY, JANUARY 23

Troy

Taconic Catholic Adoration and Chanted Evening Prayer at Sacred Heart Church (310 Spring Ave.) from 5-7 p.m. Taconic Catholic is a regional young adult group that meets in Troy. Join us for adoration at 5 p.m., followed by chanted evening prayer at 6 p.m. Food and fellowship to follow. Meetings happen every fourth Thursday of the month at 5 p.m. Connect with us on Discord: https://discord.gg/cuBgBNsq. For questions, email [email protected].

FRIDAY, JANUARY 24

Schenectady

March For Life Bus Trip: St. Paul the Apostle Parish in Schenectady is hosting a bus for the March for Life event this year! If you’ve been searching for a bus or have been on the fence about making the trip, here’s your sign to make it happen. It will be a one-day trip down and back to Washington D.C., on Jan. 24. Here is the pick-up/drop-off schedule: Wade Tours headquarters: 1 a.m.; Crossgates Mall Commons (PetSmart): 1:20 a.m.; Catskill Park & Ride (Exit 21): 2:10 a.m.; Depart Washington D.C.: 5 p.m. The cost of the trip is $100 by check or cash, or $105 by credit or debit card. If you can’t attend the trip yourself and would like to donate or sponsor someone, you can send checks to St. Thomas the Apostle Parish (2777 Albany St., Schenectady, N.Y., 12304). For more information or to register, please contact Katie Grogan at [email protected] or (518) 377-8886. 

JANUARY 24-26

North Easton, Mass

Worldwide Marriage Encounter Retreat at Holy Cross Retreat House (490 Washington St., North Easton). God can heal you and mend your heart. You can receive the Good News and go out and share it with other couples. Come try Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME.org). It can help you to grow in intimacy and grow in faith with one another. Couples explore their relationship with each other, God and the Church. Registration is limited; there is a $100 application fee. Contact: Matt and Julie King at (978) 870-5646. 

SATURDAY, JANUARY 25

Loudonville

Diocesan Charismatic Prayer Meeting at Christ Our Light Church Chapel (1 Maria Drive) from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Come experience the Love of the Holy Spirit through song, praise and petitions. All are welcome. Bring a friend. Visit our website: WWW.AlbanyCCR.org

SUNDAY, JANUARY 26

Schenectady

Corporate Communion Mass at Church of St. Adalbert (550 Lansing St.) at 11 a.m. This special Mass celebrates the Knights of Columbus Schenectady Council #201’s 127 years of service to Catholics in Schenectady. The Knights are an exemplification of charity, unity and fraternity. Join us immediately following the Mass as we welcome our newest Brother Knights into the order at the Knights Fellow­ship Dinner at Bellevue Cafe for the Knights, their family and guests. We are accepting new candidates for membership in Council #201. Go on­line to KofC.org/Join and complete the online form. Enter 201 for the preferred local council, or call Matt Adams (Chancellor) at (845) 616-3769 or Ron Severson (Grand Knight) at (518) 355-3968.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 30 

Albany 

Let’s Talk About Hope and Gratitude at St. Vincent de Paul Church (900 Madison Ave.) at 12 p.m. in the parish hall. Join us for lunch and discussion with Father Himes, OFM. RSVP by Jan. 28 by emailing [email protected] or call the parish office at (518) 489-5408.

Delmar

St. Thomas Young Adult Bible Study at St. Thomas the Apostle Church (35 Adams Place) from 7-8 p.m. Join us for Lectio Divina Bible study every Thursday evening in the lower lounge. If you have trouble finding the lower lounge, call or text Casey at (518) 669-9574 for help.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1

Albany 

Capital Area Young Adult First Saturday Devotion at Blessed Sacrament Church (607 Central Ave.) from 7:30-10 a.m. Adora­tion and the Sacrament of Reconciliation at 7:30 a.m., followed by rosary at 8:30 a.m. and 9 a.m. Mass. Coffee, donuts and fellowship to follow. For information, contact [email protected] with any questions.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3 

Chatham

Book Club Meetings through the Catholic Community of Northern Columbia County (CCNCC). Join us for either our morning or afternoon book clubs! Both take place in the Colbert House (129 Hudson Ave.). The morning book club will discuss “Diva” by Daisy Goodwin at 10:30 a.m. Please call Debbie Winkler for more information at (518) 392-2297. The afternoon book club will discuss “The Bee Sting” by Paul Murray. Please email Marie Orlando for more information at [email protected].

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8

Albany

The Mater Christi Parish Gala at the Italian American Community Center (257 Washington Ave Ext.) from 5:30-9:30 p.m. We are excited to be bringing back this annual event. Please plan to join us as we celebrate 70 years as a Catholic parish and school community and honor our dedicated members: Mary Ellen Doyle Sochor and Roger and Katherine Martel. Night includes dinner buffet, live music and silent and live auctions. All proceeds to benefit Mater Christi School. Tickets can be purchased in the parish or school office or by visiting the gala website: www.mcsalbany.org/events/gala.

Clifton Park

CPR/AED Class at St. Edward’s Church (569 Clifton Park Center Road) from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Clifton Park/Halfmoon EMS will be teaching a CPR/AED class in St. Edward’s social hall. Participants will receive a certification card, good for two years. Registration and payment ($30 per person) is required prior to the class. Early registration is welcome! For how to register, visit www.facebook.com/stedwardscliftonpark/ or www.stedwardsny.org/. Any questions or other issues, please contact Becky Crowley at [email protected].

Glenville 

Bridges Out of Poverty Introductory Training at Immaculate Conception Church (400 Saratoga Road) from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Poverty can have many faces and can be invisible to many of us. This Bridges Out of Poverty training provides an increased understanding of the challenges faced by those with limited access to resources and offers strategies for assisting individuals to move from surviving to thriving. Open to all parishioners and to the community. For more information, call Mike Holley at (518) 369-9022, Marcia Morrett at (518) 878-3276, or Tony Cappuccitti at (518) 248-4788.