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
A Communion Service is offered on most Mondays at 9AM. Call the office to confirm.
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 Deacon Al Manzella at amanz31999@aol.com or 518-439-9295
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 offered on Saturdays from 4:15 PM to 4:45 PM before the 5 PM Vigil Mass.
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 Deacon Al Manzella at amanz31999@aol.com or 518-439-9295 . 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 with the pastor.
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: