Over 170 years after its founding, local parish life is still the center of the Diocese of Albany. Our people are the center of our parishes – communities in which we celebrate our faith and function as a living family in Christ. Looking ahead, it is our responsibility to ensure that this legacy is securely positioned so that future generations may likewise benefit and grow in faith. To accomplish this, we are joining all parishes in our Diocese by participating in the Re-Igniting Our Faith campaign.
 
In partnership with the Re-Igniting Our Faith Foundation, we are now embarking on a bold new journey to make long-held dreams a reality at St. Mary’s Church. The Re-Igniting Our Faith campaign strives to address current and future parish and Diocesan needs. As Catholics, we are members of the universal Church and we are called to embrace this extraordinary endeavor that seeks to secure the future of our parish, our Diocese and our faith.
 
The Diocese of Albany was built on the sacrifices and dedication of those who came before us. Now it is our turn to make an investment in the future of the Catholic Church in our community. May the Holy Spirit guide and direct our efforts as we begin this historic journey together. Please join me in praying for our success throughout the Re-Igniting Our Faith campaign.
 

Prayer of Re-Igniting Our Faith

God of untiring mercy, open our hearts to hear your voice. 
Send your living flame of love into our hearts
to overflow with abundant generosity of spirit.
May the burning passion of your love for all transfigure our lives,
our families and our parishes.
Re-ignite in us each day the joy of spreading the Gospel.
May our living faith in your Real Presence shine in our hearts
so that we may bring it to whomever you lead us each day.
We place our prayer in the heart of Mary,
under Her title of the Immaculate Conception,
Patroness of our nation and our Diocese, through
which we consecrate ourselves to your Divine Mercy.
Amen.

Your Pastor - Rev. Francis R. Vivacqua