Important Update: We have been receiving questions about attending Mass in church after the President called churches essential. The Diocese has not approved a plan for the in-person celebration of Mass. We will continue streaming Mass each weekend and will keep you informed as new information about reopening for Mass becomes available.
Please Continue Your Generous Food Pantry Donations!! Volunteers for Deliveries Needed (Updated 5/27)
We want to thank everyone who has been generously filling the boxes located in the Faith Formation vestibule, by the old circle, with donations for the food pantries. Please keep these donations coming. That one extra item you purchase at the grocery store may be what keeps someone from going to bed tonight hungry. Often the items most needed are those that are on sale or BOGO. Consider getting one for you and one for the food pantry. Thank you so much for your support.
The food pantries are currently in need of the following items (most needed items in bold):
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Jelly
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Tuna Fish
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Cereal or Granola Bars
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Crackers
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Canned Vegetables
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Canned Beans
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Instant rice and Noodle Packets
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Canned Fruit
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Toothpaste, Shampoo, Dish Soap
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Toilet Paper
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Paper Towels
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Canned/Boxed potatoes
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Tomato products
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Cookies
If you are able to contribute, please drop off items in the entrance vestibule by the Faith Formation entrance and prayer garden where the old circle used to be.
All the generous donations that are mentioned above must be delivered to local food pantries. Volunteers collect these donations from the Church and deliver them weekly on a rotating basis. We are currently in need of additional volunteers to make deliveries to the Mechanicville Area Community Center on Wednesday's between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Please contact Denise Burrall via email at dburrall@icloud.com for further information.
Thank You To All Past And Present Military Personnel For Your Sacrifices For Our Country; Special Musical Tribute
Thank you to all past and present military personnel for your sacrifices for our country. We are extremely grateful and hope that everyone enjoys this special day by remembering those who have fought and sacrificed for our freedom. To see a special tribute by the St. Edward's Tutti Choir click here.
Annual American Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, June 2nd, 12:00 - 6:00 PM in the SOCIAL HALL. (Updated 5/12)
Due to Covid-19, APPOINTMENTS MUST BE MADE ONLINE AT www.redcrossblood.org (No Walk ins at this time.)
Students age 16+ can donate! Please review the following link for information to see if you are eligible as a student to donate. A parent permission slip will be necessary for students who are 16 years of age and can be found on the same link: https://www.redcrossblood.org/donate-blood/how-to-donate/info-for-student-donors.html
At the time of your online registration, it is encouraged that you complete your Rapid Pass and Prereading online. If you are unable to complete these online, you will be able to complete both at the time of your appointment. Appointments are spaced out to allow for Social Distancing and donation beds will be spaced to observe this as well.
Only the Donor should attend the appointment time; please do not bring anyone with you to the appointment unless they can wait outside.
Gloves and masks will be provided if you do not have your own and must be worn during the duration of your appointment. Your temperature will be checked upon arrival for your appointment but please do not come if you do not feel well.
Please be aware that we will be limiting access within the church, however a restroom will be available. If you have any questions or need assistance making an appointment, you can contact Becky Crowley, St Edwards Parish Nurse @ crowbeckpn@gmail.com or @ 518-275-8071. For more information: facebook.com/RedCrossBlood THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO DONATE!! Red Cross will supply All Donors with a coupon for a FREE pint of Stewarts ice cream on site!
Enrollment for Ths Year's Summer Music Camp Has Begun! (Updated 5/12)
Mark your calendars! St. Edward’s ELEVENTH SUMMER MUSIC CAMP will be held from August 17 through August 21 from 9:00 AM to 12:15 PM. Children entering Kindergarten through grade 6 are welcome. 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.
To register for this year's camp download our registration form here.
Please mail it to:
St. Edward the Confessor
569 Clifton Park Ctr Rd, Clifton Park NY
Attention: Mary Jo Brue
*Please do not send payment. Payment will be due on the first day of camp. We are hopeful that Music Camp will be held as planned. Should the NY On Pause or Diocesan Regulations still be in effect, we will make a decision as the camp date nears.
Enjoy our Easter Season Parish Reflection Series (Updated 5/12)
We hope you have been enjoying our parish reflections. You can find new, and old, reflections by clicking here. You may also find a list of the reflections in the series below. If you would like to contribute to our Easter series please reach out to Andrew Sutton by clicking here.
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April 15 Reflection (Text)
Help Us Compile Pictures! (Updated 5/4)
We would like to compile a video filled with pictures of how parishioners are sharing God's love during this time of social distancing. These can be pictures of you watching Mass or participating in Evening Prayer. They can also be of good works that you or someone in the community is doing or even something that we haven't even thought of yet. The deadline for sending in your pictures is NEXT Monday, May 11th. Please send them to andrew.sutton@stedwardsny.org. We can't wait to see you!
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