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News Releases & statements
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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.
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December 08, 2023
STATEMENT FROM BISHOP EDWARD B. SCHARFENBERGER FOLLOWING REPORTS OF SHOTS FIRED OUTSIDE OF ALBANY TEMPLE
“Our hearts go out especially to all our brothers and sisters who find themselves in harm’s way, both here and abroad..."