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BLESS YOUR PETS: THE ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ALBANY HONORS THE MEMORIAL OF ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI (OCTOBER 4TH) BY BLESSING PETS ALL ACROSS OUR 14-COUNTY DIOCESE
Sep 30, 2024, 12:02 PM
Each year, on or around the Memorial of St. Francis of Assisi, which falls on October 4th, parishes across our diocese offer the Blessing of Animals. This year, the Communications Office has created a webpage to let everyone know where and when they can find a blessing for their pet.
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SEPTEMBER 11th ANNIVERSARY MASSES AND PRAYER SERVICES: OPPORTUNITIES TO PRAY FOR PEACE AND HEALING
Sep 4, 2024, 3:28 PM
Years may pass, but the pain caused by the September 11 attacks remains, and prayer is still needed. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany has created a special webpage to let all know where and when they can find opportunities to join others in prayer in our diocese on September 11, 2024.
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BISHOP EDWARD B. SCHARFENBERGER APPOINTS INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT FOR THE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE, A NEW CHANCELLOR AND CREATES THE POSITION OF VICE CHANCELLOR FOR THE ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ALBANY
Aug 1, 2024, 12:46 PM
Bishop Scharfenberger appoints three people to take over responsibilities left when Dr. Giovanni Virgiglio's resignation takes effect on August 15, 2024.
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St Madeleine Sophie School graduate makes special appearance tonight at Regal at Crossgates Mall for his movie premiere in “The Good Half”
Jul 23, 2024, 11:32 AM
Mason Cufari recently graduated from 5th grade at St. Madeleine Sophie School, 3510 Carman Rd., Schenectady.
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DR. GIOVANNI VIRGIGLIO TO LEAVE POSITIONS AS CHANCELLOR, SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS FOR DIOCESE OF ALBANY TO TAKE LEADERSHIP POSITION WITH STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Jul 18, 2024, 3:39 PM
Giovanni Virgiglio, Jr., Ed.D, who currently serves as Chancellor and Superintendent of Schools, has been appointed to an executive position with the New York State Education Department following 20 years of service to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany. Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger has accepted Dr. Virgiglio’s resignation, effective August 15.
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DIOCESE OF ALBANY ADDS DECEASED PRIEST TO LIST OF CREDIBLY ACCUSED
Jun 8, 2024, 5:20 PM
After an investigation, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany announced today that it will add the late Rev. J. Gregory Mulhall to its List of Credibly Accused, citing reasonable cause related to an allegation of sexual abuse of a vulnerable adult.
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BISHOP SCHARFENBERGER ANNOUNCES NEW PASTORAL ASSIGNMENTS
Jun 3, 2024, 10:35 AM
Bishop Scharfenberger announces new pastoral assignments.
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STATEMENT FROM THE ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ALBANY ON THE COURT OF APPEALS DECISION IN ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ALBANY, ET AL V VULLO
May 21, 2024, 12:24 PM
The Diocese responds to the decision issued today by the New York State Court of Appeals.
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BISHOP SCHARFENBERGER ANNOUNCES NEW PASTORAL ASSIGNMENTS
May 20, 2024, 2:54 PM
Bishop Edward Scharfenberger announces new pastoral assignments, including for the five newly ordained priests.
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ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ALBANY TO ORDAIN FIVE PRIESTS AND ONE DEACON THIS MORNING
May 18, 2024, 8:22 AM
The combined Priesthood Ordination and Diaconate Ordination begins at 11:00 am at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany