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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September 04, 2026The Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany Shares Opportunities to Pray for Healing and Peace on the 25th Anniversary of the 9/11 Attacks
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany has once again launched a webpage sharing nearly 30 opportunities to pray for healing and peace as the nation remembers the September 11 attacks of 25 years ago.
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August 21, 2026
BISHOP MARK O'CONNELL TO HOST PRAYER SERVICE FOR PEOPLE WHO FEEL EXILED FROM THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
A recent visit to the St. Kateri Tekakwitha National Shrine & Historic Site in Fonda, inspired Bishop Mark O’Connell to reach out to all who feel exiled from the Catholic Church. St. Kateri is the patron of people in exile. Bishop Mark is inviting all who feel separated from the Church to a prayer service at the Shrine this Sunday, August 23 at 1pm.
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August 17, 2026BISHOP MARK O'CONNELL ANNOUNCES NEW PASTORAL ASSIGNMENTS
Bishop Mark O'Connell is pleased to announce the following pastoral assignments.
