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 & statements
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March 12, 2026THE ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ALBANY ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO TWO OF ITS SCHOOLS
Beginning with the start of the 2026-27 school year, high school students attending Catholic Central School campus will move to Notre Dame-Bishop Gibbons.
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February 20, 2026
THE ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ALBANY TO WELCOME 122 NEWLY BAPTIZED INTO THE CHURCH AT EASTER; AN INCREASE OF MORE THAN 300% SINCE 2021
According to data collected by parishes across the 14-county Diocese, the number of adults being baptized into the faith has risen steadily over the last five years.
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February 17, 2026
BISHOP MARK O'CONNELL TO OFFER A HOLY HOUR FOR PEACE AS A MOMENT OF RENEWAL FOR OUR HEARTS AND OUR NATION
Bishop Mark O’Connell will offer a Holy Hour for Peace on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at Blessed Sacrament Church, 607 Central Ave., Albany, beginning at 7pm.
