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Today’s first reading may tempt one to think that God is open to negotiation. Rather it was the ancient Semitic cultural way of expressing perseverance when communicating with God. At the same time, notice that Abraham is not praying for himself, but for others. How many times have we told someone that we would pray for them, and then simply not gotten around to it?Read More -
New To the parish? Welcome, we are happy to have you in our community and hope that you will enjoy a truly Christian experience with us. Please call or stop by the rectory to register (518) 274-1363. This helps us for sacraments, sick calls or any other assistance you may need. Thank you!Read More -
The traditional understanding of today’s first reading is that without being aware of it, Abraham was visited by angels, who communicated to him God’s will. Today’s second reading conveys a different set of circumstances or method by which God conveys His will, i.e. adversity and affliction, which St. Paul recognizes as an opportunity to more deeply unite ourselves with the dying and rising of Christ.Read More -
As of this past weekend we have continued to receive pledges and donations. To date we have received 171 contributions totaling $ 58, 613.00 toward our parish goal of $69, 661.00. With your generosity, we earnestly look forward to the day when we can report that we have “gone over the top”! Thanks to everyone who has responded to this year’s Appeal in such a generous way. Please keep in mind, commitments to the Bishop’s Appeal can be made online: thebishopsappeal.org, collection basket or mailed in. Spreading the Joy of the Gospel starts with You!!Read More
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Are you anxious and worried about many things? Learn how to make Jesus a part of your marriage and take your worries away by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next Weekends are Oct 18-20, 2019 in ALBANY, NY and Sep 13-15, 2019 in Huntington, NY. For more information, call Ed & Rhonda Staats at 518-279-3243 or visit them at https://wwmenyalb.org/.Read More
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