May 19 and 20, 2025 St. Thomas is sponsoring a bus trip to the Sight and Sound Theatre in Lancaster PA to see the 30th anniversary of their production of "Noah". The trip will include transportation, a stop at an Amish shopping center, dinner at Miller's, 1 overnight at a hotel, tickets to the show, and lunch at an Amish restaurant. Visit https://www.sight-sound.com/shows/noah for more information on the show. For more details on the trip and to make a reservation please contact Barbara Ruggirello at [email protected]. Reservations are due by February 1, 2025. Click here for a detailed itinerary.

Friday, December 20 | 6-8:30pm | Christ the King Rectory - We welcome ages 21-39 to come celebrate and socialize with us! Please click here to sign up to bring a potluck item if you're able to do so. There will also be an optional gift exchange, those who wish to participate may bring a $10 max wrapped gift. 

Taconic Catholic Young Adult Group and the Diocese of Albany invites young adults (ages 21-39) to a Semi-formal dinner and dance Saturday, January 11 from 6 PM to 10 PM. Enjoy Appetizers, drinks, dinner, and dancing at St. Mary's Church – Crescent; 86 Church Hill Road, Waterford Ticket Cost: $20 per person “Early Bird”; $25 after January 1; $30 per person at the door Click here to register.

Friday, December 13th 6:00pm at St. Matthew's Church Hear the True Meaning of Christmas with a Special Surprise! Free Admission with a Free Will Offering For Planning Purposes, please RSVP By 12/12/24 to Peggy [email protected] OR 518-765-2805 Ext: 14

Special thanks to you our many ministries for joining us for our Annual Saints Snacks Service Ministry Fair! Thank you for sharing your good works and how to get involved. If you missed the event, please stop by the Gathering Hall for an updated list of Ministries that we have here at St. Thomas. We have something for everyone! You are most welcome to join the "march" by contacting the coordinator listed. All are welcome to share and be a part of the life and fabric of our parish family. Oh, how I want to be in that number when the saints come marching in... Reach out today!

The Christ Child Society of Albany invites you to get a head start on your holiday shopping by visiting this event on Saturday, November 16, 2024 from 12 -6pm in the St. Madeleine Sophie Parish Center, 3500 Carman Road, Schenectady. Vendors include Mary Kay, Tupperware, Santa’s Snacks, Pampered Chef, Tastefully Simple, Dee’s Bombs, Cruisin’ Creations, Longaberger, Sweet on You, Theresa Girzone jewelry and Annabelle Designs. Products will be available and ready for your holiday giving.  Free admission, complimentary refreshments as well as prize drawings throughout the day!

Awakening our hearts to share God’s love. Where: St. Edward the Confessor, 569 Clifton Park Center Road, Clifton Park When: Saturday, October 19, 2024 Keynote Speakers: Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger and Laura Phelps (National Catholic Speaker, Author, Walking with Purpose Content Creation Manager, and Podcaster) Event will include: Three Presentations, Reconciliation, Adoration, Rosary, Mass, lunch, and beverages Early Registration: $45. per person until October 4th. Regular Registration: $50. per person from October 5 to 18. Day of Registration: $55. per person on-site. College age and younger women are FREE, but need to register. Conference Information and Registration Link: https://www.rcda.org/UnleashingLove

Albany NY Chapter of Magnificat (a Ministry to Catholic Women) is hosting a Women’s Day of Reflection on Saturday, September 14 from 10 AM – 2:30 PM at the Sisters of the Resurrection Provincial House, 35 Boltwood Ave., Castleton, NY. Check-in begins at 9:30 AM in the vestibule of the Chapel. The Day will include Mass, Adoration, Rosary, Confession, Divine Mercy Chaplet, lunch (bring a bag lunch and beverages), Praise & Worship and talks by Fr. Daniel McHale and Fr. Thomas Fallati. The theme is: “Surrender to the Divine Will.” Cost: Free-will Donation – RSVP by Friday, Sept 6. Seating is limited! To register: email us at [email protected] and include your name, phone # and parish. Invite a friend Questions, call Kathleen @ 518-930-8380 or visit: www.magnificat-ministry.net/chapters/ny-albany; or www.facebook.com/albanymagnificat.

KLOVE Artist Jordan St. Cyr, will be joining us at St. Matthew's Church in Voorheesville, September 24th, for a very special evening of praise, worship and fellowship. All-inclusive tickets are $25 which include a meet and greet with complimentary refreshments and concert! Ticket link is: http://www.itickets.com/events/478868.html

The 52nd Annual Diocesan Marriage Jubilee Celebration will be held on Sunday, September 29th, 2024, at 3:00 PM, at Christ Our Light Catholic Church, Loudonville. Couples celebrating their 25th, 40th, 50th or other special wedding anniversaries are invited to attend this celebration. Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger will celebrate the Mass at 3:00 PM and greet couples and their guests at a reception in the Parish Hall at Christ Our Light immediately following Mass. *Please register through the parish office or by email to [email protected].

The Diocese of Albany is hosting the Step Up Men's Conference on Saturday, August 10 from 8:15 AM to 3:30 PM at St. Edward the Confessor Church in Clifton Park. The Step Up Men's Conference will give men the tools needed to grow in holiness in their everyday lives. The event will include presentations from Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger and Mike Gormley, Reconciliation, Mass, Adoration, Rosary, refreshments, and lunch. The purpose of this event is to grow in our relationship with Christ and establish a plan to bring this energy back to our families and parish families. The early registration cost is $50 per person until July 31 and includes lunch. College age and younger men are FREE. For more information and to register: https://www.rcda.org/StepUp

Tuesday, July 30th, 7:00 pm, The Warbler Brewery, 155 Delaware Ave, Delmar, NY 12054 During this event, Shawn Allen will review the meaning of Exegesis and will model the practice on Paul’s Leaven Allegory (1 Corinthians 5:6-8). Shawn is an ecclesial minister, theology teacher and UAlbany PhD student of philosophy. Attendees will be invited to try this academic skill for themselves as we dive into the meaning of words, their translations, and how they impact the way we interpret texts. If you’re seeking to further and add more nuance to your understanding of scripture, if you’re curious about this fascinating approach to deep reading, or if you like good beer and NA beverages, we warmly welcome young adults ages 18-39 to join us!

The annual Catholic Women's Retreat at Wiawaka Center for Women on Lake George is being held June 8-9. The theme is "Rooted in Faith," and it is open to all women in the Albany Diocese. Speaker: Writer/Retreat Leader/Spiritual Motivator, Mary DeTurris Poust. Cost: $190, includes accommodations, meals, retreat program, and more. Option to add on Friday night for an additional $25 fee. Space is limited. Info & registration: olaqby.wixsite.com/retreat

To provide an opportunity for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers to learn and receive support. This free Caregiver Conference will be at The Century House in Latham on June 11 from 10-3pm. Family members and friends serving as Alzheimer’s caregivers will hear from local experts and have the chance to connect with one another and receive support. There will be presentations, workshops and a panel discussion around the following topics: understanding Alzheimer’s and dementia; navigating the role of a caregiver focusing on the importance of building a support team and strategies to manage caregiver stress; and exploring the moral and ethical dilemmas of the disease, which will address driving, doctor visits, medication, engagement in clinical trials, and legal and financial planning. To register, call Tony Rivera at 518-675-7214 or visit https://bit.ly/Caregiver_Conference

June 14-16 at Pyramid Life Center, a beautiful camp and lodge run by the Diocese of Albany in Paradox, NY—An all –inclusive social weekend in a beautiful setting at a reasonable price. Register directly at pyramidlife.org or for more info email [email protected].

Capital Region Catholic would love for other young adults (ages 21-39) to join us for a truly divine day-trip to the National Shrine of Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, MA.  When: Saturday May 18th, Meetup: 9:40am at the St. Thomas the Apostle School parking lot to consolidate into cars, Departure: 10:00am sharp, Destination 1:  Naumkeag grounds & gardens, 5 Prospect Hill Road Stockbridge, MA , Destination 2:  Divine Mercy Shrine, 2 Prospect Hill Road Stockbridge, MA 01262, Home Departure: 4:00pm **Please RSVP at by: May 15th (for car logistics)** For RSVP and more details visit https://shorturl.at/bwCGL

Christ is Risen St. Thomas! Special thanks to our Young church for hosting an "Eggstravagant" egg hunt! We thank our "eggscellent friends" for their donations of treats, gifts and candy! Together we had a "hoppin" good time! Check out our photo album

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany in collaboration with the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet invite young adults (Ages 18-39) to join us for Good News & Cold Brews on Thursday, April 25th at 7 PM at the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet Provincial House, 385 Watervliet-Shaker Road, Latham, NY. Good News & Cold Brews guest presenter is Sr. Lin Neil, CSJ. She will speak about Laudato Si' – Pope Francis’ second encyclical about care for our common home.

Join Capital Region Catholics and other young adults (ages 21-39) for an afternoon in the park! For this particular event, we encourage folks to bring acoustic musical instruments, lawn games, and a few friends! Folks are also encouraged to bring bug spray, sunscreen, and ample hydration, lawn chairs or blankets are also welcome. When: Saturday April 20th 1:30pm - 4:00pm Where: The Crossings of Colonie 580 Albany Shaker Rd, Loudonville, NY 12211 Meetup: Under the gazebo in front of the visitor center - communication via Discord events channel or CRC channel Please RSVP by April 19th by clicking here

Mohawk Catholic is a REGIONAL YOUNG ADULT GROUP based in Schenectady. Gatherings are held on the second Thursday of each month in basement of St. Gabriel the Archangel Church. We invite all young adults (ages 18-39) to join us as we journey together in growing closer to knowing and loving Jesus Christ. NEXT EVENT ON THURSDAY APRIL 11 AT 7 PM: Good News and Cold Brews - How do we defend our faith in the real world? Have you ever struggled to explain Catholic beliefs and practices to someone outside the Church? Do you yourself have unanswered questions about our Tradition? If so, you're not alone! Join us for dinner, beverages, and an interactive Q&A discussion with our expert panel: Father Stephen Yusko, Deacon Joe Brennan, and Tom Cronin. Bring your questions - let's equip ourselves to live the faith in today's world! For more information email us at [email protected] and follow us @MohawkCatholic on Instagram and Facebook.