Prayer & Worship / Sacraments
Our Prayer and Worship Ministries help lead our parish in lifting hearts and voices to God in praise, thanksgiving, and reverence. Through dedicated service at the altar and in communal and personal prayer, these ministries deepen the spiritual life of our faith community. They support the beauty and reverence of our liturgies, guiding us to encounter Christ more fully in the Eucharist and in one another. Whether behind the scenes or in visible roles, each minister plays a part in drawing us into the mystery of God’s presence. We invite you to share your gifts and join us in enriching the prayerful life of our parish.
Altar Care Washing / Ironing
Assist with laundering of purificators & other linens on a rotating schedule. Training is provided.
Contact:
Linda Margitan
Phone: (518) 371-3843
Email: lindamargitan@aol.com
Altar Cleaning
Clean altar area and Chapel on a rotating schedule.
Contact:\
Mary Ellen Caruso
Email: maryellencaruso4@gmail.com
Altar Servers
Adults and children who have made their First Communion are invited to participate in the Altar Server ministry. Training sessions are offered. Click here for more information on Altar Servers.
Contact:
Fr. Dan McHale
Email: daniel.mchale@stedwardsny.org
Centering Prayer
The primary purpose of our Centering Prayer group is to help sustain the commitment to a regular practice of Centering Prayer. We gather to practice Centering Prayer together, to deepen our understanding of Centering Prayer , and to share personal experiences of the Centering Prayer practice and its effect in our daily lives. The group provides community support for the spiritual journey. We meet on the second and fourth Saturday of the month in the chapel at 9:00 AM. All are welcome.
We are affiliated with the Albany Chapter of Contemplative Outreach, http://www.contemplativeoutreach.org.
Contact:
Sally Gilpin
Phone: (518) 952-7274
Claudia Heyer
Phone: 518-766-0182
Email: heyerflower@gmail.com
Daily Mass Prep
Prepare the Church for the celebration of daily liturgy, excluding Thursday. Training will be provided.
Contact:
Gail Casey
Phone: 518-441-9450
Email: ministries@stedwardsny.org
Eucharistic Ministers
Extra Ordinary Eucharistic Ministers are members of the St. Edward’s Community whose ministry is the distribution of the consecrated bread and wine at all liturgies. All Eucharistic Ministers are encouraged to bring communion to the sick or the homebound. However, some ministers are dedicated to just the sick and homebound ministry. One training session is provided focusing on the theology of the Eucharist, and practical aspects of the reverent distribution of the Body and Blood of Christ.
Contact:
Rit DiCaprio
Email: deaconrit@gmail.com
Evening Prayer
Evening Prayer is offered each Tuesday during Advent and Lent at 7:00 p.m. The services are a Taize inspired opportunity for reflective prayer including sung incense psalms, hymns, a Scripture reading and a personal reflection. It is a chance to step away from the busyness of modern life and join the community in quiet reflective prayer. The Music Ministry vitally supports this ministry by providing instrumental and vocal talents.
Contact:
Chris Hannan
Phone: (518) 852-9664
First Saturday Devotion
The group meets at 3:00 PM in the Chapel on the first Saturday of the month to pray the rosary for peace in the world in response to Our Lady's request.
Contact:
Marie Krupski
Phone: (518) 888-0164
Funeral Ministry
Ministers participate in the preparation of funeral liturgies and assist during the liturgies. This is an on-call ministry, Monday – Saturday. Training is offered as new participants join the team.
Contact (If interested in Volunteering):
Marie Krupski
Phone: (518) 888-0164
Greeters
This ministry is for those that like to meet new people, welcome those coming into mass and distribute worship aids. Greeters are asked to arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of mass. This is a wonderful ministry that a family can participate in together and an opportunity to meet members of our community. Volunteers are always welcome!
Contact:
Elsa Jimenez
Email: elsaj1@aol.com
Holy Hour
Our Eucharistic Adoration is held every Tuesday immediately following the 9:00 a.m. Mass in our Church. Join us for a few minutes or an hour of quiet with the Lord.
Contact:
Ann Day
Phone: (518) 371- 7494
Email: annsday@live.com
Hosanna Prayer Group
Everyone is welcome to meet for prayer, scripture, song and personal sharing every Thursday from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the Faith Formation wing of the building. The group is currently meeting via Zoom due to Covid.
Contact:
John Longacker
Phone: (518) 371-3030
Sally Gilpin
Phone: (518) 952-7274
Lectors
This ministry proclaims the Word of God for the assembly, making it understandable, inspirational and alive.
Contact:
Chris Hannan
Email: clhannan1@gmail.com
Prayer Bead Ministry
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The San Eduardo Community is pleased to invite you to celebrate the Spanish Mass every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month at 6:00 PM. After Mass on the 3rd Saturday of the month the community shares a potluck dinner. All Spanish speakers and learners are welcomed to come together for worship and community.
The link to our Albany Diocese Spanish Apostolate page is:
Ushers
Ushers help with seating and orderly movement of the faithful during liturgical services. Ushers also ensure the safety and comfort of the congregation and are responsive to requests for information, assistance, gathering collections, and distributing the weekly bulletin at the conclusion of the Liturgy. Ushers work directly with Mass coordinators in identifying families and individuals to bring the gifts to the Altar as well as insuring there are a sufficient number of Eucharistic ministers in place prior to the start of worship.
Contact:
Bonnie Westlake, Parish Secretary
Phone: (518) 371-7372 x221
Welcome Center
Jesus welcomed everyone. Everyone belonged. Our Welcome center is that opportunity for us to smile, to share the church and community activities, and most importantly to welcome, to recognize, to embrace, to smile and listen to all of our church family.
Volunteering to staff the Welcome Center for 30 minutes after a weekend Mass is assisting others in understanding the events going on in our church and in our diocese. Before going into Mass, we read the announcements that are provided at the Welcome Center, view the Bulletin Board and other sign ups or collection initiatives, such as the school supply and winter coat collections, happening in the Gathering Area so that we can share this information with our church family. Parish registration forms are also available. It feels good when we are acknowledged at church either by greeters or our other communicants. We need people to do the same for others. All volunteers will receive an introduction to the process. We welcome all of you to participate.
Contact:
Bonnie Westlake, Parish Secretary
Phone: (518) 371-7372 x221