How do I get to Our Lady of Hope Church?
Please see the Directions page. Click this link for information: Directions

When is Mass offered?
Saturday Vigil Eucharist at 5PM
Sunday Eucharist at 10AM
Winter Mass Snow Cancellations:  Cancellations will be posted on this website on the Qucik-link Mass button, announced on the parish voice-mail, and announced on TV Channel 6.
A Communion Service is offered on most Wednesdays after the 11AM Rosary.  Call the office to confirm.

What safety measures does the parish use during this time of COVID?
We are serious about making sure that people feel, and are, safe when they are in our church.  We adhere to all current COVID safety protocols of the Diocese of Albany & the State of New York. 
We require that masks  be worn to enter the church building, and information is taken for contact tracing.  As of May 30, 2021, for Mass & other prayer services, we have two seating options in the church: non-social distancing for vaccinated people & social distancing seating areas for others.  In addition, the heating / cooling units in our church contain HEPA filters and ultraviolet germicidal lights, and we have enhanced our ventilation system so that there is efficient air circulation.  Sanitizing is done after each Mass.

What are the parish office hours?
Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to noon.  Check the calendar for holiday closings.

I would like to become a member of your parish.  How do I do that?
Please contact our office at 518-329-4711 or via email: ourladyofhope.copakefalls@rcda.org

How do I become a Catholic?
We are delighted that you are interested in becoming part of the Catholic community
and we are eager to assist you in that process. Becoming Catholic is more than a course of instruction; it is a process that is designed to meet the unique needs of the individual participants. It includes learning about the Gospels, Catholic teaching and practice, involvement with the local parish community, and prayer. 

Some common questions are:
Must I make a commitment to becoming Catholic in order to participate?
No. Many people are searching and want to know more about the Church before they make  a decision. We want to respond to your questions and help with your decision.
I was baptized in another tradition. Must I be baptized again?
No. There is only one Baptism. Catholics seeking full communion with the Catholic Church will not be baptized again but will be received into the Catholic Church by making a profession of  faith and receiving the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist.
How do I begin the process?
Contact our Director of Religious Education, Mary Burntitus at  (518) 329-4711,  ext. #11 or olhfaithformationdre@yahoo.com.

How do I obtain a certificate to be a sponsor at another parish?
Contact our Director of Religious Education, Mary Burntitus at  (518) 329-4711,  ext. #11 or olhfaithformationdre@yahoo.com. See this page for information: Sacramental Records

How do I  schedule individual Sacrament of Reconciliation?
Individual reconciliation is usually offered on Saturdays from 4:15 PM to 4:45 PM before the 5 PM Vigil Mass.  Please call the office to confirm.

When do you offer the Sacrament for the Sick?
Available upon request for anyone who requests God’s blessing and healing.
Contact our office at 518-329-4711 or via email: ourladyofhope.copakefalls@rcda.org

I am requesting baptism for my child. Who do I contact, and what do I need to do?
Contact  our Director of Religious Education, Mary Burntitus at  (518) 329-4711,  ext. #11 or olhfaithformationdre@yahoo.com. . See this page for information:  Sacramental Preparation

My baptised child is ready for First Reconciliation & First Communion.  What is the preparation process?
Contact our Director of Religious Education, Mary Burntitus at  (518) 329-4711,  ext. #11 or olhfaithformationdre@yahoo.com. See this page for information:  Sacramental Preparation

What is the preparation process for Comfirmation of a child or adult?
Contact our Director of Religious Education, Mary Burntitus at  (518) 329-4711,  ext. #11 or olhfaithformationdre@yahoo.com. See this page for information:  Sacramental Preparation

We would like to get married at Our Lady of Hope. What do we need to do?
Contact the parish office at least six months in advance. Preparation includes               consultation, liturgical, and canonical preparation.

How do I arrange for a wake service and/or funeral at Our Lady of Hope?
Usually the director of the funeral home contacts the church to confirm the time for the funeral liturgy and provide information about the place of burial. Following that, someone from the parish will contact the family to set up an appointment to discuss your needs. 
See our detailed page on Funerals & Burial for more information.

How do I have a deceased person remembered at mass?
Make your request to the parish office.  Their name is put in the Universal Prayer four times during the up-coming month.
Sympathy cards are available in the parish office during office hours: M-F,  9:00am – 4:00pm
You can also have your loved one remembered on the Resurrection Wall. See:  Remembering A Loved One.

I would like my child to attend the Vacation Bible School.  How do I enroll him/her?
Forms are availiable in the Commons.  For more information contact Mary Burntitus, Director of Religious Education. (518) 329-4711, ext. #11 or olhfaithformationdre@yahoo.com

How can I get offertory envelopes?
Please contact our office at 518-329-4711 or via email: ourladyofhope.copakefalls@rcda.org

How do I make a pledge or donation to the Bishop's Appeal?
Please contact our office at 518-329-4711.  For additonal information go to: www.thebishopsappeal.org

I cannot attend all year, and I would like to support the parish when I am not present for mass.   How do I set up regular donations to the parish via my bank?
Many people find that arranging for automatic payments is not only convenient, it also ensures that your support for the parish continues if you should be sick or away. Each bank has different services that can be used to arrange this.  
Simply follow these steps: