The 2019 Bishop’s Appeal will be conducted in all of the parishes throughout the Albany Diocese the next few weekends. Your participation is essential to the success of the Bishop’s Appeal. If you would like to donate to the Bishop’s Appeal online, please go to thebishopsappeal.org and choose “St. Edward the Confessor (Clifton Park)." The Bishop's Appeal website also has a breakdown of where your donations will go and answers to many other questions you may have.
Fun fact: over 20% of St. Edward’s 2018 donations were contributed online!
Fun fact: over 20% of St. Edward’s 2018 donations were contributed online!
Next Sunday, May 12 the world will come together to pray for vocations. Will you make a special effort to ask the Lord for more vocations to the priesthood and religious life?
- Pray for the priests who have ministered to you throughout your life, both living and dead.
- Keep our parish priests in your prayers throughout the week.
- Encourage your children, grandchildren, or other young people to consider a vocation as a priest or religious brother or sister.
- Pray a rosary for more young men and women in our diocese to respond to God’s call.
The Pastoral Care Department at Ellis Hospital is in need of volunteers to distribute Holy Communion to hospital patients. If there are any Eucharistic ministry volunteers who are interested in this ministry, please contact the catholic chaplain, Angie Marczewski, at (518) 243-4176 or by email at marczewskia@ellismedicine.org. Training will be provided.
It’s 2019! Do you pay most of your bills online? Why not your church offering? If you would like to contribute your offering electronically through a credit card or your bank account, please log on to www.faithdirect.net. Our church id# is ny113.
MOTHER’S DAY CARNATION SALE
BIRTHRIGHT of Ballston Spa will be offering fresh carnations for a $1 donation after each of the Masses NEXT weekend, May 11th and 12th in celebration of Mother’s Day. Proceeds from this sale will benefit women who need support through a crisis pregnancy.
Birthright also accepts monetary donations throughout the year. Donations may be mailed to PO Box 661, Ballston Spa, New York 12020, or dropped off in the parish office or offering basket.
BIRTHRIGHT of Ballston Spa will be offering fresh carnations for a $1 donation after each of the Masses NEXT weekend, May 11th and 12th in celebration of Mother’s Day. Proceeds from this sale will benefit women who need support through a crisis pregnancy.
Birthright also accepts monetary donations throughout the year. Donations may be mailed to PO Box 661, Ballston Spa, New York 12020, or dropped off in the parish office or offering basket.
Our annual RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE is scheduled 12-6PM Tuesday, June 4th in the Social Hall. All previous donors and new donors are welcome. Please sign up online to schedule a convenient time that day at www.redcrossblood.org. Sign-up sheets will also be at the Welcome Center starting May18th/ 19th. If you have any questions, please contact Maureen Norris, RN at (518) 541-2068.
WALK INS ARE WELCOME!
The Yellow Bag is Back!
Do you order from SARATOGA SOD? If so you may return your empty bag to the yellow container in the back of the building near the shed.. St. Edward’s Church will receive $5 per bag returned for our OUTREACH programs. (Please note: we can only accept Saratoga Sod bags.) Visit www.saratogasod.com. Thank you for your support. BUSINESS OWNERS AND GENEROUS PARISHIONERS
Please consider advertising in our Sunday bulletin! Advertisements can be purchased for a business, family, or a sponsor ad can be purchased supporting community service organizations like emergency pregnancy counseling or the battered women’s shelter, etc. Please call our LPI sales rep, Victoria Russo, at 518-527-3017 for more information and pricing. Thank you in advance for your generous support! Fair Trade
Did you know that the coffee sales and other products St. Edward’s offer is all part of a bigger initiative? Purchase of these fairly traded products assists small-scale farmers in third world countries to build a better future for themselves and their families as they receive a fair price for their crop, allowing them to stay on their land and send their children to school. Secondly, proceeds from the sales of these items is donated to our support of the Limerick/Peru Mission.The mission/parish “El Resucitadoin”, in Lima was officially created on 4th February 2007. The parish of “El Resucitado” (The Resurrected One) is situated in a suburb on the eastern side of Lima. Lima itself has a population of 8.5 million people. A recent census revealed that the parish area has a population of approx 120,000 people, most of whom live in a situation of dire/extreme poverty. The main thrust of this ministry is in the area of Evangelisation and Social Outreach. The Mission is funded entirely by the generosity of so many good people in Ireland, especially in the Limerick area, and they continue to be humbled by the willingness of so many who are ‘our Partners in Mission’.
Volunteers to assist with sales are always welcome. For more information on how you can become involved contact Inge Peyron at peyron1@yahoo.com or call Mary Ann in the parish office at ext 224.
This Memorial Day we would like to honor the men and women who served (and are currently serving) our country in all branches of the military. A display table will be in the Atrium (old church) area from Monday, May 20th through Monday, June 3rd to honor those who serve/served. You are invited to drop off pictures, newspaper articles, awards, etc. to the Welcome Center starting Monday, May 13th. Please label all items with your name, phone number, and the name of the honoree. For more information contact Deacon Rit at richard.dicaprio@stedwardsny.org.
PARISH BUS TRIP TO NEW YORK CITY
There are still seats available for the NY City parish bus trip Wednesday/ Thursday, June 26/ 27, 2019. Cost is $245/person. A flyer with the detailed itinerary and registration information is available at the Welcome Center. To reserve call Holidays Travels at 518-899-6011 or email holidays@spa.net.
A BRIDGE TOURNAMENT SOCIAL will be held in St. Edward’s Social Hall 9:30AM – 3:30PM Wednesday, June 12th. Sign ups start on May 4th at the Salon Center, Rte 9, 518-949-0909 (Tuesday-Saturday) and after weekday and weekend Mass (see Nancy Shade). Cost is $25/ team of two, $12.50 single. We will have Danish and coffee at 9:30AM, lunch at noon, and finish with prizes at 3:30PM. Please call Nancy to reserve or for more info at 518-371-6327. If you need a partner leave your name and number and we will pair you up. Come and have fun!!!
Did you know that St. Edward's had a prayer chain? If you are in need of prayer, or know someone who may be, please submit your prayer request here and it will be sent to St. Edward's prayer chain so that we can pray for you.
A GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP for anyone who is mourning the death of a loved one will meet at St. Edward’s beginning Tuesday, April 30, 2019. The session will run from 11:00AM to 12:30PM. The meetings provide a safe, confidential place to express your feelings and experience, without fear of repercussion. The meetings will take place once a week for eight weeks in St. Edward’s Parlor. If you would like to attend, or would like more information, or know of someone who might benefit from attending, please contact Kathy Masucci, group facilitator at MasucciKM31@nycap.rr.com or 518-577-3297. We ask that you register by Tuesday, April 23rd.
A GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP for anyone who is mourning the death of a loved one will meet at St. Edward’s beginning Tuesday, April 30, 2019. The session will run from 11:00AM to 12:30PM. The meetings provide a safe, confidential place to express your feelings and experience, without fear of repercussion. The meetings will take place once a week for eight weeks in St. Edward’s Parlor. If you would like to attend, or would like more information, or know of someone who might benefit from attending, please contact Kathy Masucci, group facilitator at MasucciKM31@nycap.rr.com or 518-577-3297. We ask that you register by Tuesday, April 23rd.
Our parishioner David Brinkmoeller was featured in the Daily Gazette for his work with VFW Post 1498. "Five years ago, David Brinkmoeller, commander of the VFW Post 1498 in Clifton Park, was at the Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany for volunteer work and he saw something that stuck with him: a veteran walk in to the center off the street without a coat." To read the whole story click here.
SUMMER MUSIC CAMP
St. Edward's tenth summer music camp will be held from August 19 through August 23 from 9:00AM to 12:15PM. We will sing, play games, have snacks, and create some crafts, as well as have fun with old and new friends. The children will sing at the 4PM Mass on Saturday, August 24.. Our campers will also sing for the residents of a local nursing home. There is a $30 fee per child. Registration begins June 10, and information will be available on the parish website. Children entering Kindergarten through grade 6 are welcome. The last day to register for this year's camp will be Monday, August 5.If you’d like to help with camp, or if you have any questions, please contact Mary Jo Brue maryjo.brue@stedwardsny.org 518-371-7372 X223.
We are also in need of adult and teen volunteers to help out with our camp. If you would like to help out with our music camp, please plan to attend a meeting on Tuesday, June 4, at 5:30PM in the Parish Office.
St. Edward’s Parish Nurse Ministry will be hosting a “Family & Friends” CPR/ AED TRAINING CLASS led by Clifton Park & Halfmoon Emergency Corps 8:30 – 11:30AM Saturday, June 1st in St. Edward’s Social Hall. The Clifton Park Halfmoon Emergency Corps will provide a classroom, video-based, instructor-led course that teaches “hands only” (compressions only, no breaths) adult CPR and AED use, as well as how to relieve choking on an adult. This program teaches skills with American Heart Association’s research-proven Practice-While-Watching technique. Optional modules if time permits will include child and infant CPR, AED use and choking. “Family & Friends” CPR/AED class is ideal for parents, grandparents, caregivers, students, and others interested in learning how to save a life and who do not need a course completion card for a job requirement. This course is for anyone with limited or no medical training and is presently limited to 14 participants. The cost for this program is $30.00 per person and will require pre-registrationwith payment prior to the class date to secure your spot in the class. To register please contact Becky Crowley at johnandbecky19@nycap.rr.com.
Did you know we have a weekly bible study on Monday evenings at 7 PM. If you would like to gain a better understanding of the Gospel of St. Matthew, based on the teachings of the Church Fathers and saints please consider reaching out to Carol Fontana at (518)393-3434.
The Marine Capt. John McKenna IV Military Courtesy Room which was founded by parishioners, John and Karen, is in need of volunteers. Click here to learn more about the room and ways to help.
WE NEED YOUR HELP!!!
Dear Faith Formation Family Member:
Happy New Year!
As we move into our winter-spring schedule I would like to bring up a very special request. We are looking for catechists for next year 2019-2020. Our need is across the board. We have relied on a small but dedicated core of volunteers over the years but as our program has grown so has our need for new and fresh faces to join our existing core.
You might ask yourself, “Who me?” My response is “Yes, you!” I will be personally involved in the training of all candidates and I can assure you that you will receive my full support along with the support of my staff. I would like to start training in May so that we are fully staffed and ready to go in September.
Catechesis is the oldest ministry in the church and probably the most important. It is the legacy of passing on the faith to each generation. So please take some time to pray and think about serving in this capacity.
If you are interested or have any questions please contact me at 518 371-7372 ext. 230 or email me at peter.avvento@stedward....
May God bless you and your family!
G. Peter Avvento
Dear Faith Formation Family Member:
Happy New Year!
As we move into our winter-spring schedule I would like to bring up a very special request. We are looking for catechists for next year 2019-2020. Our need is across the board. We have relied on a small but dedicated core of volunteers over the years but as our program has grown so has our need for new and fresh faces to join our existing core.
You might ask yourself, “Who me?” My response is “Yes, you!” I will be personally involved in the training of all candidates and I can assure you that you will receive my full support along with the support of my staff. I would like to start training in May so that we are fully staffed and ready to go in September.
Catechesis is the oldest ministry in the church and probably the most important. It is the legacy of passing on the faith to each generation. So please take some time to pray and think about serving in this capacity.
If you are interested or have any questions please contact me at 518 371-7372 ext. 230 or email me at peter.avvento@stedward....
May God bless you and your family!
G. Peter Avvento
The Triduum is always a beautiful three days of prayer, faith, and joy. This year was no different. Click here to see pictures from each service!
On March 1st we had our Cabin Fever party. As Fr. pat says, "If you missed it, you missed a good time." We had a lot of fun with great food, music and community. Check out some of the pictures here.
Each Friday during Lent we a different ministry in the St. Edward's community has helped lead Stations of the Cross. Before stations we have come together for a small meal of soups and bread. Click here to see a few pictures from one of our meals beforehand.
