Flowers
It is a tradition to remember a loved one near the anniversary of his or her death with flowers placed on the altar at Bethesda. Flowers may be placed on the altar at any time except during Lent and Advent Sundays. These memorials may be arranged by calling Katrina Keech at the parish office at 518-584-5980.
Elements
A way to remember a loved one near the anniversary of his or her death is to purchase the altar bread and wine in memory of the deceased. To cover the cost of this memorial, a donation to Bethesda of $50 is appreciated. The commemoration is also noted in the bulletin service sheets for the month in which it is designated. Please call Katrina Keech at the parish office at 518-584-5980.
Candles
Another way to remember a loved one near the anniversary of his or her death is to purchase the Aumbrey Candle in memory of the deceased. The Aumbrey Candle is kept alight at all times and represents the presence of God in the Church. The Aumbrey Candle burns in the sanctuary of the church near the Aumbrey, which houses the reserved sacarament. For more information on making a memorial donation of the Aumbrey Candle, please call Katrina Keech at the parish office: 518-584-5980.
Flowering of the Pascal Candle
Another way to remember a loved one near the anniversary of his or her death is to purchase the flowers that surround the Pascal Candle at Eastertime in memory of the deceased. For more information on this memorial, please call Katrina Keech at the parish office: 518-584-5980.
Advent Wreath
Another way to remember a loved one near the anniversary of his or her death is to purchase the Advent Wreath in memory of the deceased. For more information on this memorial, please call Katrina Keech at the parish office: 518-584-5980.
