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Save the Date

• Go the Distance with Jesus
• Corpus Christi Procession & Benediction
• Spanish Speakers needed
• St John/St Ann Volunteers
• Senior Events
• Lake George Trip
• Nellies Trip
• Pyramid Lake Weekend
• "Step Up" Men's Conference

SPX News

• Say "Yes" to Mary
• Class of 2023 Blessing
• Youth Ministry this Summer
• School Hiring Development Manager
• PEP Luncheon
• Homebound Visits
• RCIA
• Safety Tips
• Team 3

Thought for the week “Remember sometimes not getting what you want is a stroke of luck." 

Belong

• Gather 10/ Small Groups
• Youth Ministry
• Update your parish database information

Pray

• Daily Mass Intentions
• Prayers for Seminarians
• Prayer Requests

Grow

• Religious Education
• Middle School / Highschool Youth Ministry
• RCIA Program

Share

• Upcoming Service Opportunities
• Upcoming Collections
• Giving: Offertory Contributions

Our School

• Hiring a Development Director
• School Bucks

Diocesan Young Adult Events

• Adirondack Council
• Capital Area Young Adults
• Spa City Catholic
• and more

Diocesan & Other Happenings

• "Step Up" Men's Conference
• NYS Eucharistic Congress
• Mission Trip to Mexico City
• Hope & Healing Masses
• Charismatic Healing Mass
• Diocesan Monthly Prayer

Going the Distance with JESUS!

We are bringing back our flat Jesus! If you remember a couple of summers ago, we sent everyone home with a flat Jesus with the idea of bringing him along on your summer travels as a reminder to spend time with Jesus. Then we had people send in pictures of where flat Jesus went either locally or on vacations. So, this summer, we have titled it "Going the distance with Jesus" and our goal is to get up to 10,000 miles so more info will be coming your way. Flat Jesus will be given out after masses this weekend, June 10/11, as well as sent home through the school.

Corpus Christi Procession, This Sunday, June 11th, after the 10am Mass

This weekend after the 10am mass, we will have our Corpus Christi procession over to the parish circle where we will have Benediction. Everyone, please join in the procession after Mass!

Do you Speak Spanish and Willing to Help?

We are partnering with Catholic Charities to meet needs of immigrants coming to our area. We are looking for those that speak Spanish to help us communicate. If you are interested, please complete the form at the button below and we will follow-up when we have more information.

Welcome Table Lunch Prep and Serving

On June 10th we'll be preparing and serving a meal at the Welcome Table lunch (restarting from pre-COVID) at St. John's/St. Ann's Outreach. Many food pantries and other organizations in our area are experiencing a huge increase in need. This is a great way to help our neighbors. We need 5 more volunteers ages 12 and up to make this happen and there are lots of ways to assist: cooking, cleaning, meal planning, serving, greeting, etc. Thank you for your help!

WHEN: Saturday, June 10th 10AM - 1PM (Serving) OR

Friday, June 9th 3PM - 5PM (cooking)

WHERE: St. John's/St. Ann's Outreach

88 4th Ave. in Albany

June Events for Seniors

Our seniors are very busy this month starting with senior luncheon tomorrow onsite. Senior luncheon off site sponsored by the PEP group will be on Friday June 16th at Scarboroughs. Also registration for a new senior trip for July 25th - a Lake George cruise luncheon is opening up on our website so check those details out. And of course BINGO on the 14th and our speaker on the history of the Pruyn House on June 21st. Please register for any of these on our website or call the office, 518-462-1336

Lake George Lunch Cruise July 25th!

Join St Pius for bus travel to Lake George, a mid-day cruise and delicious buffet lunch aboard the Lac du Saint Sacrement. The cost is $86 per person. The day begins at St Pius at 9am and should be arriving back to St. Pius about 5pm. Please register as soon as possible on our website and help us spread the word. For trip details click here

Bus Trip to Nellie's June 20th!

There are still openings on our bus trip to Nellies in East Durham. This is a fun day spent at Gavin's Irish Country Inn which includes a surf and turf luncheon, BINGO for prizes and Live Americana and Old Time Music. Please register as soon as possible on our website and help us spread the word.

Pyramid Lake Life Center Weekend, July 21-23!

As you make your summer plans, please remember that July 21-23 is our Pyramid Lake weekend that is open to individuals, couples and families. This is a weekend that has no set agenda other than to choose how to enjoy the beauty of the Adirondacks whether that is kayaking, hiking or enjoying some leisure time. Meals are all provided and registration is now open on our website. Please sign up soon if you are interested.

"Step Up" Diocesan Men's Conference, Our Lady of Martyrs Shrine, Auriesville, August 12th

The theme is "Giving men the tools needed to grow in holiness in their everyday lives." Click the button below for details.

Say "Yes" to Mary Women's Event - Nice Evening for Ladies of the Parish

We had a nice evening for the ladies of the parish Wednesday as they learned about Lourdes and contemplated Mary's yes to our Lord as a young girl. Women were asked to consider their own "yeses" to our Lord and what that might be for them.

Class of 2023 Blessing & Gathering

Last Sunday, it was nice to be able to bless our high school seniors at our 10am mass and hear about their plans for after graduation. Each of them received a "travel bag" that reminds them to carry Jesus with them wherever they may go. It was also nice to gather friends and families with some hospitality after mass.

Youth Ministry Summer Events!

There are a lot of summer opportunities for our youth this summer and we invite you to take a look at the website where you will see specifically what these are, including a Summer Service week called SALT, the Steubenville Youth Conference and a middle school retreat at Pyramid Lake called Breakaway. So check out these exciting happenings!

St Pius X School - Hiring a Development Director

St Pius X School is hiring a Development Director. Here is the link to apply : https://www.higherpoweredlearning.org/careers/

PEP Senior Lunch

How about spending some time with fellow parishioners in the PEP Senior Lunch group? Details for the next lunch are below.

Date: Friday, June 16^th

Time: 1:00 – 2:30 PM

Place: Scarborough's Restaurant, 497 Old Niskayuna Rd, Latham

Online Reservations, click below

Information/Questions contact:

Neil Johanning, 518-459-2015, ngjohanning@yahoo.com

Ri Cratty, 518-449-5309, ricratty@gmail.com 

Do you know someone that would like Communion brought to them?

If you or someone you know, cannot make it to Mass due to recovery from surgery, an illness or can simply no longer attend Mass, please let us know by calling our parish office, 518-462-1336, and we will make arrangements to have communion brought to you. Also, please remember if you have short term needs for meals, our meal ministry is ready to jump in to help you.

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

Whether you are just starting to explore the Catholic faith or have been considering becoming Catholic for a while, we are here to walk with you on your journey of faith.

Membership in the Catholic Church is constituted by participation in the three Sacraments of Initiation:

• Baptism
• Confirmation
• Eucharist

The normative process to prepare for the reception of these Sacraments is the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) – a process of spiritual and educational formation that has been handed down to us from the early Church.

All those who would like to learn more about our RCIA Program should contact Father Walsh in the parish office at (518) 462-1336

Safety Tips

Just a reminder, if there is a medical emergency, our defibrillator is outside the sacristy door and there is a first aid kit and fire extinguisher in the atrium.

Team 3

Team 3 is covering this weekend for Greeters, Eucharistic Ministers and Information Hub. Thank you to our volunteers!

St Pius X School - Hiring a Development Director

St Pius X School is hiring a Development Director. Here is the link to apply : https://www.higherpoweredlearning.org/careers/

Diocesan Young Adult Events

(21-39 years old but no one will be turned away)

Adirondack Catholic

Adirondack Catholic is a regional young adult group that meets in Queensbury.

When: First Thursday of each month. Next:  Thurs., July 6 at 7 PM. 

Where: Our Lady of Annunciation Church:  448 Aviation Road in Queensbury

 E-mail us at  adkcatholic@gmail.com 

Follow us on Social Media: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/adkcatholic/   and Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/adkcatholic/

Capital Area Young Adult First Saturday Devotion

First Saturday Devotions:  Adoration and the Sacrament of Reconciliation at 8 AM, Rosary at 8:30 AM, and 9 AM Mass

When: First Saturday of each month. Next: Sat., July 1st 

Where: Blessed Sacrament Church:  607 Central Avenue in Albany

E-mail: arturo.morelli@gmail.com with any questions

Spa City Catholic

Spa City Catholic is a regional young adult group that meets in Saratoga Springs.

When: First Monday of each month. Next: Mon., July 3rd at 7 PM

Where: St. Peter’s Church Parish Center: 241 Broadway in Saratoga Springs

Questions / more information and to be added to group dis list:  SpaCityCatholic@gmail.com

Follow us on Social Media: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/spacitycatholic/  andFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/spacitycatholic 

Capital Region Catholic

Virtual gathering to pray, explore a study, and enjoy fellowship

When: Every Wed. at 7 PM

Where: Virtual – Online Meeting link: https://msngr.com/knmsmlyhhgiq

Email: capitalregioncatholic@gmail.com

Facebook Page: facebook.com/capitalregioncatholic

Mohawk Catholic

Mohawk Catholic is a regional young adult group that meets in Schenectady.

When:  Second Thursday of each month. 

Where: St. Gabriel the Archangel Church basement:  3040 Hamburg Street in Schenectady

We will focus on how to live the Gospel and the importance of studying God's word. 

E-mail us at mohawkcatholic518@gmail.com 

Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohawkcatholic/ and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mohawkcatholic

Twin Bridges Catholic

The newest regional young adult group will hold its first ever event in a two weeks! Twin Bridges Catholic will be based in Southern Saratoga County and welcomes all young adults to join us in prayer and fellowship. 

When: Third Wednesday of each month @ 7pm

Where: St. Edward the Confessor

               569 Clifton Park Center Rd, Clifton Park

 The inaugural gathering on 3/15 will be a Real Talk Rosary.

 Twin Bridges Catholic will regularly meet the third Wednesday of each month at 7 PM at St. Edward’s. 

For information on young adult events, please contact Tom Cronin at thomas.cronin@rcda.org

• "Step Up" Diocesan Men's Conference, Our Lady of Martyrs Shrine, Auriesville, August 12th For the flyer click here



• NYS EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS: Catholics from across New York State are planning to come together at Our Lady of Martyrs Shrine in Auriesville on October 20-22, 2023 to celebrate the real presence of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. The Congress will feature inspiring talks, Mass, Eucharistic adoration, opportunities for confessions, inspiring music and more. For details and to register, log onto https://nyseucharisticcongress.org

• Join Dan Jason & Bishop Scharfenberger of Albany on a 5 day Mission to Mexico City for young adults ages 20s-30s, October 5-10, 2023 For details, click here



• The Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany "Hope and Healing Masses"  One Mass will be hosted in each of the seven Vicariates over the coming months. The next mass will be announced. Bishop's letter here.

• Charismatic and Healing Mass, 2nd Wednesday of each month, June 14th is next scheduled, 7pm Prayer & Praise, 7:30 pm Liturgy, Healing Prayer to follow, Presider Fr Charles Onyeneke, Christ Our Light Church, 1 Maria Dr., Loudonville NY. See flyer here

• Diocesan Monthly Prayer Meeting, 4th Saturday of each month, Christ Our Light - Parish Hall, 1 Maria Drive, Loudonville, Time: 11:00am Sharp!, All Are Invited!