The Office of Communications handles all media and public affairs for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany.
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News Releases & statements
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April 19, 2024
STATEMENT FROM BISHOP EDWARD SCHARFENBERGER ON LOCAL LAW "D" PROPOSAL IN ALBANY COUNTY
The proposal of Local Law “D,” which would force pro-life pregnancy centers to promote abortion, is the latest in a string of disgraceful attacks on good people doing good work in their communities.
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February 13, 2024
THE VATICAN INTERNATIONAL EXHIBIT OF EUCHARISTIC MIRACLES IS COMING TO A GLENVILLE-BASED CATHOLIC CHURCH IN FEBRUARY
The exhibit, created by a teen, the first Millennial to be beatified in the Catholic Church, is coming to Immaculate Conception Church, 400 Saratoga Rd., Glenville February 15 through February 20, 2024.
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December 19, 2023
STATEMENT FROM BISHOP EDWARD B. SCHARFENBERGER ON THE VATICAN DECLARATION FIDUCIA SUPPLICANS ON THE PASTORAL MEANING OF BLESSINGS
The Vatican Declaration Fiducia Supplicans is a response to a number of questions submitted by several cardinals, concerning specific pastoral questions and situations, particularly regarding blessings.