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JULY CONTENTS
Memorial Masses are celebrated for all those interred in Albany Diocesan Cemeteries. The names of those persons who have been interred in our cemeteries within the past three months are recorded in the Mass program. Scheduled Masses for 2009 are listed below. All masses begin at 9:00 AM in the Mausoleum Chapel.St. Agnes Cemetery: Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery: St. Mary’s Cemetery:
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Dear Friends,
Many people are curious how Called to BE Church affects parish cemeteries. What will happen if a parish merges or closes? Will cemeteries close? Will the Diocesan Cemetery Office assume responsibility for these cemeteries?
Throughout the 27 month pastoral planning process, the 39 Local Planning Groups engaged in thoughtful, open, inter-parochial dialogue and developed specific recommendations and plans for the prudent use and sharing of spiritual and temporal resources, greater collaboration, and formal parish affiliation.
As for cemeteries, the diocese prefers that cemeteries remain with the parishes. The successor parish will assume responsibility for the operation of a parish cemetery, just as it does with other parish activities. Thus far, 3 such cemeteries have been transferred to a new parish.
As always, the Diocesan Cemetery Office stands ready to assist any parish cemetery with consultation and support.Rick Touchette
Rick Touchette, Director of Cemeteries
48 Cemetery Avenue, Menands, NY 12204
(518) 463-0134
Confirmation students from St. Theresa of Avila and St. Catherine of Siena parishes participating in a service project at St. Agnes Cemetery.
Memorial Trees
A tree is an age-old symbol of life.
In a cemetery setting it is also a symbol of hope – withstanding the changes of season to season and standing tall to re-leaf once again.What better way to keep your loved one’s memory alive than to make a tree a living tribute in their name. Your one-time donation includes either a newly planted 6” caliper tree or a heritage "specimen tree". A commemorative bronze plaque attached to a granite base adds dignity to the tribute. Please contact the cemetery office for more information.
St. Mary’s Cemetery of Troy Annual Fund
(CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A FORM)We invite you to….
Please join us in supporting the renovation of this historic institution.
Your tax-deductible contribution will be dedicated to road repair this summer!ENCLOSED IS MY TAX-DEDUCTIBLE GIFT to support the renovation of
St. Mary’s Cemetery of Troy:$1000 $500 $250 $100 $50
Other $
This gift is from:Name (Mr., Mrs., Miss., Ms., Dr.) ____________________________________________
Address _____________________________________________________________
City ________________________State _______________Zip ___________
E-mail _____________________________________________________________
Contribution given in memory of
____________________________________________
- Does your company have a matching gift program?
Yes- Have you included St. Mary’s Cemetery in a bequest?
Yes- Would you like information about including St, Mary’s in your estate planning?
Yes
If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Rick Touchette at (518) 432-4953 or rick@rcda.org. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
Please mail your contribution to:
St. Mary's Cemetery
48 Cemetery Avenue
Menands, NewYork 12204
Blessing of the Headstone
Jeanne Qualters, Assistant Director of Cemeteries, blesses a monument. As part of our ministry of consolation, Albany Diocesan Cemeteries offers families a chance to gather in prayer to bless a memorial. The Order of Blessing, lead by a cemetery staff member, includes prayer, a scripture readings, and a reflection from the family. Many families choose this service for birthdays, anniversaries, or special occasions. To schedule a Blessing of the Headstone, please contact the Cemetery Office.
Walking Tours of
Historic Saint Agnes Cemetery48 Cemetery Ave.
Menands, NY 12204Every Thursday
June – August
11:00 AMFor more information:
Molly Nicol
518-463-0134 x110
Please visit our website at rcdacemeteries.org for more information on the location of our cemeteries and services offered. This is a great informational tool concerning the thirteen cemeteries managed by the Albany Diocesan Cemeteries Office. From a listing of our most recently departed to general information concerning burial options, prices, bronze memorial designs, frequently asked questions, etc., the website provides data of general interest to our families whom we service or to those who are looking for assistance from a Diocesan cemetery. There is a short, colorful video presentation showing several sections of our cemeteries and a very helpful list of support groups sponsored by the Diocese.
If you can’t visit our Cemetery Office in person, visit the website. Either way, please let us know how we can best help you and your family.
If you know someone who would like to receive the Albany Diocesan Cemetery Newsletter, please send their email address to Rick Touchette at Rick@rcda.org .
If you are no longer interested in receiving this newsletter, please email Rick Touchette at Rick@rcda.org and your name will be removed from the distribution list.
