The Evangelist

Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger steps outside to greet parishioners after a Mass that honored his 50 years in the priesthood on Sunday, July 2 at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception in Albany. Cindy Schultz for The Evangelist (Cindy Schultz)

Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger greets parishioners after a Mass that honored his 50 years in the priesthood on Sunday, July 2 at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception in Albany. Cindy Schultz for The Evangelist (Cindy Schultz)

Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger mingles with fellow priests during a gathering to celebrate his 50 years in the priesthood on Sunday, July 2 at his residence in Albany. Cindy Schultz for The Evangelist (Cindy Schultz)

Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger relaxes with fellow priests during a gathering to celebrate his 50 years in the priesthood on Sunday, July 2 at his residence in Albany. Cindy Schultz for The Evangelist (CINDY SCHULTZ)

Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger delivers the homily during a Mass to honor his 50 years in the priesthood on Sunday, July 2 at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception in Albany. Cindy Schultz for The Evangelist (CINDY SCHULTZ)

Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger places his hand on a child’s head at communion during a Mass to honor his 50 years in the priesthood on Sunday, July 2 at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception in Albany. Cindy Schultz for The Evangelist (CINDY SCHULTZ)

BISHOP ED'S ANNIVERSARY MASS

July 3, 2023 at 9:51 a.m.