Baptism:
Baptisms can be scheduled throughout the year. Parents will need to attend a baptism prep class that is typically offered on the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm. To make arrangements please contact Sarah in the Parish Office at 518-371-9632 or via email at smcfam@stmaryscrescent.com.
Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession):
Reconciliation is offered from 3:45 – 4:15 pm in the church on the second Saturday of the month and on every Saturday during Advent and Lent. Seasonal Penance Services are held throughout our network (Southern Saratoga County Network of Parishes). If you are looking to celebrate the sacrament outside of those times, please call the office for an appointment.
Marriage:
Couples planning to marry should contact Deacon Andy at least 6 months in advance of your proposed wedding date in order to make your wedding arrangements and to participate in the diocesan parish marriage preparation program. To make arrangements please contact the Parish Office at 518-371-9632 or email Deacon Andy at andrew.grebe@rcda.org
Anointing of the Sick:
Celebrated annually within our network in October, we are also able to offer the anointing of the sick on an as needed basis. If you or a loved one are interested in receiving this sacrament, please contact our Pastoral Care Associate, Jeanne Gracon, at 518-371-9632 or pastoralcare@stmaryscrescent.com.
First Eucharist:
Preparation for First Eucharist and First Reconciliation typically begins in the 2nd grade year, although we do ask that children preparing for a sacrament should have completed at least one prior year of Faith Formation. For more information, our Faith Formation Director at faithformation@stmaryscrescent.com.
Confirmation:
Preparation for Confirmation can begin in grade 10 and includes multiple sessions and a retreat. Teens preparing for a sacrament should have completed the 9th grade year of Faith Formation. If your child attends a Catholic school, they should register in their home parish for immediate Confirmation preparation in grade 10. Attendance at sessions and the retreat is required. For more information contact our Faith Formation Director at faithformation@stmaryscrescent.com.