Media-Press Center
The Office of Communications handles all media and public affairs for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany.
If you are a journalist and would like information and/or comments, or would like to schedule an interview with Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger or another diocesan official, please contact the Office of Communications.
News Releases
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November 20, 2020Diocese of Albany adds deceased priest to list of offenders
After an extensive investigation, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany announced today that it will add the late Rev. Lawrence G. McTavey to its List of Offenders, citing “reasonable cause” related to four allegations of sexual abuse against minors.
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November 16, 2020BISHOP SCHARFENBERGER ANNOUNCES PASTORAL ASSIGNMENT
Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger announced the following pastoral assignment effective November 28, 2020.
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November 10, 2020
Bishop Scharfenberger Responds to McCarrick Report
The following is a statement by Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger in response to the release of the Holy See's report on former cardinal Theodore McCarrick.
