CHURCH OF THE Rev. Daniel Quinn BLESSED SACRAMENT Rev ...

1 CHURCH OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT 607 Central Avenue Albany, New York 12206-1918 Weekend Masses 4:00 pm Saturday Weekday Masses as scheduled in bulletin Confession 12:30 - 1:30 pm Tuesday 9:00 am Sunday Adoration 12:30 - 1:30 pm Tuesday 12:30 - 1:30 pm Thursday Occasionally Sunday 6:00 pm Mass in Urdu 12:30 - 1:30 pm Thursday 3:00 - 3:40 pm Saturday CHURCH of the BLESSED SACRAMENT 518-482-3375 Rev. Daniel Quinn , Pastor Rev. Charles Onyeneke, Parochial Vicar Rev. Francis O Connor, Shrine Chaplain Rev. Dr. Gerald Ladouceur, Deacon Ed Savoy, Music Director Barbara Collen, Parish Secretary Faith Formation Kelly Hession, Director of Faith Formation Shannon Crisafulli, Faith Formation Works of Mercy Sr. Patricia Lynch, Food Pantry Coordinator Jean Huber, Heidi Stack, MaryEllen Walsh, Boutique Managers Sr. Maureen Joyce Outreach Center 369 Livingston Ave (518) 462-9885 BLESSED SACRAMENT School 518-438-5854 Maureen Daurio, Principal Rebecca Bachman, Secretary Kristine Ruddy, Development Director Saturday 1/8/22 4:00 PM Michael McLoughlin Mary Ellen kalled Denise Hart Daniel E Wasserbach, Jr.

2 Sunday 1/9/22 - 9:00 AM For the People ( Pro Populo ) Monday 1/10/22 - 7:00 AM Myra & William Cohen Tuesday 1/11/22 - 12:00 PM Fr. Charles Onyeneke William Finan Katie Lynch Farrell Casey Ryan Lynch John & Mary Lynch 12:30 -1:30 Confession & Adoration Wednesday 1/12/21 7:00 AM Rocco Prinzo Thursday 1/13/21 - 12:00 PM Robert Mittler (6 Ann) Melba Antonetti 12:30 -1:30 Confession & Adoration St. Hilary Established 1902 Collection News Regular $ 5,826 Solemnity of Mary $ 1,628 Christmas $ 2,431 Tornado Relief $ 1,233 From the Pastor When we hear the phrase "initiation rites" we might think of college fraternities, pagan cults, or secret societies. But we also are initiated into the life of the CHURCH , the life of God, with rituals that stem from the events in today's readings. The Jewish people were accustomed to ritual baths for purification before rituals and sacrifices.

3 These would take place in a mikvah / and they do so to this day (there is one in Albany for observant Jews to use before, for instance, being married). But the Baptism offered by John was not for the sake of purity, but for the sake of washing away past sins, which can seem unwashable. And while that is part of the purpose of Baptism for Christians, it also symbolizes a new beginning and a new relationship with God and the rest of His people: a baptized person now belongs, now has rights in the CHURCH and has a mission along with the rest of the CHURCH . Baptism is our initiation rite, and it profoundly affects our identity and life. Baptism of the Lord January 9, 2022 Faith Formation All families should continue to check your emails for infor-mation and program updates. January's Monthly Resource email was just sent out last week!

4 Sacramental preparation programs resume this month. If you have any questions, or would like to learn more about the program or how you might be able to help, please email us at Please save these dates and watch for more information regarding these special trips for middle school and high school students next summer: Steubenville East ( ) July 22- 24 Kingston, RI (incoming 9 - 12 graders) Camp Veritas ( ) August 8th-13th August 14th-20th lake Champion, Glen Spey, NY Camp Lakota, Wurtsboro, NY (10-12 graders) (7-9th graders) Mass intentions with a indicate that the person is deceased. Upcoming RCIA is meeting Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 preparing people to become Catholic. All are welcome to join in the discussions, if you re curious about, or versed in, any of these topics! Jan. 19 Christian Service Jan. 26 Old Testament Feb. 2 New Testament Feb. 9 New Testament Part II 1/19/22 - Week of Prayer for Christian Unity begins with a 12:15 pm Ecumenical service at the Pastoral Center, 40 N Main.

5 Friday 1/14/22 - 12:00 PM Joseph & Francis Bologna Kevin Foley Frank H. Shoemaker, Jr. Interested in starting the new year with a workshop to im-prove your marriage. The Little Way of Marriage is offering a free, internet based program January 6-20. For more information go to: Young Adult Events Good News and Cold Brews, 1/10/22 @ St. Ambrose, Latham, @ 7 pm. Guest presenter Sr. Teresa Grace Baillargeon from the Sisters of the Resurrection. Topic: Living a Joyful Life Real Talk Rosary - new initiative for young adults to connect . First event 1/18 @ 7 pm at Corpus Christi in Round lake : Real Talk Ro-sary will debut with a special guest presenter: Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger Please note: Fr. Quinn will be out of the office January 10 - 20, 2022. The Boutique is closed until further notice. No shopping or donations will be accepted. Confession Fr.

6 Shaw will be available for Confessions on Tuesdays 12:30 - 1:30. Thinking of Priesthood? Join some priests and seminarians for prayer, dinner, and discussion on April 25 at 6:00 PM. Call our parish office. for more details or to sign up. Christmas Giving Tree Thanks to everyone who donated to our Christmas Giving Tree project. Through your great generosity we were able to provide 43 families with 96 children with Boscov s and Price Chopper gift cards for Christmas. In addition, we were able to provide food, toys and clothing to 28 of our most needy school children. Once again, our neighbors in All Saints parish participated, along with Our Lady of the Assumption CHURCH in Latham. The annual Diocesan Appeal helps serve spiritual needs throughout our 14-county area, and our own parish of BLESSED SACRAMENT , by providing technical support, financial guidance, and training for parish ministry.

7 All gifts are tax-deductible. Support BLESSED SACRAMENT Financially Now, you can support our parish in the same way that you pay for other services. We have e-giving for the regular weekly collection, and Holy Days and special collections coming soon. BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL NEWS Do you know anyone who is seeking a Christ-centered educa-tion based on academic excellence, for grades Nursery through 8th grade for their child? We offer small class sizes, individualized attention and a diverse environment. Come visit us on Sunday, January 30 from 10 to 12 to learn more about our program and meet our teachers. We hope to see you there!! BULLETIN provided COURTESY OF THE McVeigh FUNERAL Home Stay Connected Here are some ways we may stay connected: Visit and bookmark our website: Like our Facebook page: BLESSED SACRAMENT Catholic CHURCH , Weekend Masses will be livestreamed on Facebook Our YouTube Channel: BLESSED SACRAMENT CHURCH Albany, NY Our email address: myParishApp - text app to 88202 to access BLESSED SACRAMENT s organ has been repaired!

8 Those wishing to donate to-wards the repairs, the sound system, or the furnace are encouraged to make donations in the name of BLESSED SACRAMENT to the Re-Igniting Our Faith Foundation. Food Pantry The Pantry is open Mondays & Thursdays 10-11:30. Food Pantry will be closed Monday 1/4/22. We could use pasta sauces. The Boutique CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE Holy Names Society January Raffle Winners are: 1st Prize, Francis Butch Rec-chia and 2nd Prize, Gene Loparco. Next meeting is Wednesday, February 2 at 7 pm. All men of the parish are invited to attend. The $1 Raffle Tickets are available at the Rectory & Office Annex or with any HNS Members. Catholic Connections What websites, social media groups, or podcasts do you like? Let us know and we can share here. We invite you to check out The Koala Mama, Catholic blogger. Fabulous February It s Fabulous February time again!

9 Each ticket has 28 chances to win. Our goal is to sell 1,000 tickets! Think creatively neighbors, co-workers, stores you frequent, fellow club members. Tickets available at the office annex or the parish office. Sound System We have received word that the parts for the final phase of the new sound system will be arriving next month! This is a project that was started while Fr. Bradley was still here more than 3 years ago, and the final pieces of new speakers and amplifier will create a marked change, especially in the back of the CHURCH . However, we still need to cover the final cost, the remainder of which is around $30,000. Some have given donations for the previous phases of this project, and if anyone is able to help cover some of this final cost, it would be greatly appreciated. Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: New faith formation option starting in Albany for grades 1-6.

10 CGS provides children with a retreat-like setting for learning. designed to cultivate a child's virtue of faith and joy in relationship with Christ; Topics will be explored in a beautiful space filled with models of people, places, and things from scripture and the Mass, all designed to engage 6-12 year-olds in deeper understand-ing. This program will be held on Sunday afternoons 12:30-2:15 beginning on January 9. To learn more about CGS visit: For registration information and more Albany specifics contact: New Parishioner Let us know how to reach you, mail, phone and/or email. Also, would you like to receive The Evangelist or weekly parish support envelopes? Let us know that too. Feel free to email us the info at or place information in collection when you attend Mass. REV. FRANCIS O CONNOR , CHAPLAIN REV. MR. MIGUEL FABIAN, DEACON ALEJANDRA SAUCEDO, PASTORAL ASSOCIATE DEBBIE KLOSE, ORGANIST CONFESORA FRANCO, FAITH FORMATION 273 CENTRAL AVENUE, ALBANY, NEW YORK 518-465-3685 MASS TIIMES: SUNDAY 9:30 AM (ENGLISH) & 12:00 PM (SPANISH) FRIDAYS AT 6:30 PM - MASS, ADORATION, OR SOME OTHER PRAYER AND FELLOWSHIP.