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Emmanuel Baptist Church  

(American Baptist)

Rev. Lois Wolfe, Interim

275 State Street, Albany, NY 12210

518-465-5161               

Email:  emmanuelalbany@juno.com

Worship Time:   Sunday at 10:00 a.m.

Worship Style:  Blended

Ave. Worship Attendance:  65

Website: www.emmanuelalbany.net

Other Programs:  Thursday noon - Interfaith Bible Study, Sunday School, Nursing Home Choir Ministry, Small Groups, Local/National/International Mission Opportunities; Fellowship

Emmanuel is a rich "tapestry of faith", representing a multi-racial, multi-cultural, welcoming and affirming people.  One of the FOCUS congregations, we are committed to urban ministry and mission.

St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church

(Evangelical Lutheran Church in America)

Rev. Paul Rees-Rohrbacher

160 Central Avenue, Albany, NY 12206

518-465-7545

Email:  pastor@stjohnsalbany.org

Worship Time  Sunday at 9:30 a.m.

Informal Chapel Service:

      Saturday at 5:00 p.m.

      303 Sand Creek Road

Average Worship Attendance: 100

Website: www.stjohnsalbany.org

Other Programs: Sunday School for children ages 3-14, Bible Study, Choir, Coffee Time after Worship, Community Outreach.

St. John's is an inner-city, inclusive parish serving many ages and backgrounds.  We are a metropolitan congregation doing mission and ministry in the city with an ecumenical focus.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

(Evangelical Lutheran Church in America)

Rev. John Knarvik

510 Albany Shaker Rd, Loudonville, NY 12309

518-458-1562

Email: pastorjohn@goodshepherdloudonville.org

Worship Time: Sunday at 8:00 & 10:30 a.m.

Worship Style: 8:00 Spoken Communion

                      10:30 Blended Music

Average Worship Attendance: 105

Website:  www.goodshepherdloudonville.org

Other Programs: Bible Study, Faith Matters Adult Forum; Mission Trips

We are a progressive church with a strong focus on social ministry and upbeat worship.  We are growing in numbers, discipleship and passion for ministry.  We organize yearly trips to New Orleans or Haiti.

First Lutheran Church

(Evangelical Lutheran Church)

Rev. Vernon Victorson

181 Western Avenue, Albany, NY 12203

518-463-1326    

Email:  vavat.flc@verizon.net

Worship Time:   Sunday 10:00 a.m.

(Summer at (9:00 a.m.)

Worship Style:  Traditional

Ave. Worship Attendance:  100

Website: www.firstlutheranalbany.org

Other Programs:  Sunday School for ages 3 and up; Sunday adult forum discussions, bi-weekly Bible study, voice and chime choir, monthly luncheons and dinners, community outreach

1st Lutheran is a warm and welcoming congregation celebrating 355 years of existence and "Following the Light of Christ".  First Lutheran is a "Reconciling in Christ" Congregation welcoming all people regardless of age, race, socio-economic or marital status, physical or mental capabilities or sexual orientation

Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit

(Evangelical Lutheran Church in America)

57 Hurlbut Street, Albany, NY 12209

518-463-6224

Email: holyspiritalbany@nycap.rr.com

Worship Time:  Sunday at 10:30 w/communion

Worship Style:  Traditional

Average Worship Attendance 58

Website: www.holyspiritalbany.com

Other Programs: Sunday School at 9:15 a.m.; Fellowship Hour at 11:30 a.m.

God's purpose for the Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit is to guide the community to Christ with support and love.  We believe:  Jesus is Lord; Live our lives according to God's Word; We welcome all into our congregation; All are equal in the eyes of God; We are to forgive each other as God forgives us.

Grace Lutheran Church

(Evangelical Lutheran Church in America)

1930 Hillside Ave, Niskayuna, NY 12309

518-372-0244

Email: office@graceniska.org

Worship Time: Sunday at 11:00 a.m.

Average Worship Attendance: 80

Website: www.graceniska.org

 

 

A warm and inclusive church grounded in the love of God in Christ.  We invite you to join us to grow in the joy of knowing God's presence in your life, to discover Jesus Christ as Savior, friend, and guide, and to serve God's world in ways which will impact you beyond your life.

The Cathedral of All Saints

(Episcopal Church USA)

The Very Reverend Marshal J. Vang, Dean

62 S. Swan Street, Albany, NY 12210

518-465-1342

Email: mvang@nycap.rr.com

Worship Time:  Sunday at 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Worship  Style:  Traditional

Average Worship Attendance: 225

Website:  www.cathedralofallsaints.org

Other Programs: Sunday Adult Breakfast Forum; Mixed Choir; Cathedral Choir of Men & Boys; Faith & Works Lunches with speakers on Friday; Monthly Sheridan Hollow Shelter Dinner; Afternoon Tutorial Program for Children (7-12); Mid-Week Bible Study.

Welcome to the first major Cathedral of the Episcopal Church.  Known for its magnificent architecture, superb music, convivial fellowship, and ethnic diversity, worshippers travel from as far away as Western Massachusetts and Lower Hudson Valley to share a unique Cathedral experience.  Please join us!

St. Andrews Episcopal Church

(Episcopal Church USA)

Rev. Mary White, Rector

10 No. Main Street, Albany, NY 12203

518-489-4747               

Email: parishoffice@csdsl.net

Worship Time:   Sunday at 8:00 &10:00 a.m.

                        Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. 

Worship Style:  Blended

Average Worship Attendance:  112

Website:  www.standrewsalbany.org

Other Programs:  Fellowship, Bible Study, Adult Faith Formation

We're a vibrant, socially progressive parish with diverse ages.  Students are welcome!

St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church

(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)

Rev. William Hempel

475 State Street, Albany, NY 12203

518-456-1530

Email: stpaulsalbany@verizon.net

Worship  Time: Sunday at 10:00 a.m.

Worship Style: Traditional

Website:  www.stpaulsalbany.org

 

St. Paul's has evolved to reflect the ethic diversity and vitality of Alban.  Some 28 nationalities are represented by our members.  Historically, and still today, our common bond, the center for St. Paul's, is a love for people and a loyalty to the Word of God-drawing from the vital understanding of the Reformation.  Through a ministry of Word and Sacrament we share our faith and grow together in God's grace, that through faith Christ may dwell in our hearts in love.

Our Savior's Lutheran Church

(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)

Rev. Kenn Cobb & Rev. Paul Koehn

63 Mountain View Avenue, Colonie, NY 12205

Email: paulkoehnoslc@nycap.rr.com

Worship Time:  Sunday at 8:00 & 11:00 a.m.

Worship Style: 8:00 Traditional/Blended

                      11:00 Contemporary

Average Worship Attendance: 300

Website: www.oursaviors.com

Other Programs:  Young Adult Group twice a month; New Hope Ministries Support Group and Recovery every Thursday at 7 p.m.

Solid in the Scriptures, alive in the Spirit, anxious to be relevant in the community.  Christian school nursery through 6th grade.  Building Program with big gym.

Christ Lutheran Church

(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)

Rev. Russ Craig, Pastor

1500 Western Avenue, Albany, NY 12203

518-456-1530         

Email: church@christlutheran.cc

Worship Time:   Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

(Summer at 9:30 a.m.)

Worship Style:  Blended

Ave. Worship Attendance:  55

Website:    www.christlutheran.cc

Other Program:  Weeknight Bible Study, Fellowship Events, Adult Choir, Sunday School, Men's Breakfast 2nd Saturday at 8:00 .m.

All are welcome as we gather around God's word and Sacraments to grow in faith and the love of Jesus Christ.

Heart of Hope

(non-denominational)

275 State Street, Albany, NY 12210

518-785-7941

Email:  heartofhopealbany@gmail.com

Worship Time: Sunday 1:00 p.m.

Worship Style:  Blended

Average Worship Attendance:  20

Website: www.myspace.com/HeartofHopeAlbany

Other Programs:  Movie Nights; Book Series/Bible Study Reflection; FOCUS Food Pantry. Heart of Hope is a place of God's love and inclusion.  God's healing and hope for the whole community!  Heart of Hope exists to:  worship God, to encourage spiritual growth and to be a witness of God's inclusive love.

Wilborn Temple

(Pentecostal)

Elder Solomon Dees

121 Jay Street, Albany, NY 12210

518-465-7561

Worship Time: Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Worship Style:  Traditional

Average Worship Attendance:  100

Website:  www.wilborntemple.org

Other Programs:  Youth Night Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. The church has a traditional high praise spirit-filled worship service with old-fashioned hand-clapping, foot stomping music!

First Presbyterian Church

(Presbyterian Church USA)

Rev's Glenn and Miriam Leupold

362 State Street, Albany, NY 112210

Email:  info@firstpresalbany.org

Worship Time:  Sunday at 8:30 and 10:45 a.m.

Worship Style:  Traditional

Average Worship Attendance: 

               8:30a.m.--35;    11:00 -- 85

Website:  www.firstpresalbany.org

Other Programs:  Men's and Women's Bible Study Groups; Christian Education at 9:30 a.m.; Fellowship Hour following both services.

1st Pres is located in a historic building in an urban setting welcoming faith seekers of all backgrounds.  We are a "More Light" Presbyterian Church that welcomes the GLBT community to join us in worshiping the Lord. Easily accessible to students at the downtown campus or those living in the vicinity of Washington Park.  1st Pres looks forward to being your church home away from home.

New Covenant Presbyterian Church

(Presbyterian Church, PCUSA)

Rev. Dennis Maher, Interim Pastor

916 Western Avenue, Albany, NY 12203

518-482-8062             

Email:  newcovenant@nycap.rr.com

Worship Time:  Sunday at 10:00 a.m.

Worship Style:  Fairly Traditional

Ave. Worship Attendance:  30-50

Website:  www.ncpcalbany.org

 

Other Program:  Bible Study and Fellowship Time following worship. 

We are passionate followers of Jesus Christ:  If you join us for worship, we hope you will experience something of Christ's love and want to walk with him.

Hamilton Union Presbyterian Church

(Presbyterian Church, PCUSA)

Rev. Stewart Pattison

2291 Western Ave, Guilderland, NY 12084-9747

518-456-5410                

Email:  hupc@nycap.rr.com

Worship Time:   Sunday at 10:00 a.m.

Worship Style:  Traditional

Ave. Worship Attendance:  100

Website: www.hamiltonunionpresbyterianchurch.org

 

Other Programs:  Adult Education; Choir; Bell Choir; Fellowship Events; Service Opportunities; Children's Sunday School; Weekday Nursery School; Presbyterian woman; Men's' Group

Hamilton Union is one of the oldest churches in the suburban Guilderland Community.  We are on a journey and welcome all to come along as we seek the presence of God in our busy lives.  The church is full of the joyous sounds of both young and old alike.  we would really love to meet you!

Altamont Reformed Church

(Reformed Church in America)

Rev. Robert Luidens

129 Lincoln Avenue, Altamont, NY 12009

518-861-8711

Email:  altamontreformed@yahoo.com

Worship Time: Sunday 10:30 (9:30 July/Aug).

Worship Style:  Traditional

Average Worship Attendance:  100

             

Other Programs: Adult Sunday School at 9;30; Choir Rehearsal - Thurs p.m.; Occasional Intergenerational activities such as hayrides, roller skating, movies.

ARC is a community of believers called by God to be part of the living Body of Christ, to worship God, and to obey Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.  We endeavor to serve and care for each other and to reach out out the world, sharing God's love an inviting all to join in joyful discipleship.  

Lynnwood Reformed Church

(Reformed Church in America)

Miranda Rand, DCE

3714 Carmen Road, Schenectady, NY 12303

518-356-4327

Email:  lrcced@nycap.rr.com

Worship Time: Sunday 9:45 (9:00 July/Aug).

Worship Style:  Traditional

Average Worship Attendance:  90-100

Website:  www.lynnwoodreformed.org

             

Other Programs: Adult Bible Study Sunday at 11:00 a.m.; Coffee Fellowship 10;45 a.m.;  Informal Bible Study groups meet weekly/monthly.

Lynnwood has a contemporary/blended style for worship on the 3rd Sunday of the month when the high school youth band plays.  Fellowship and community outreach are high priorities for the congregation.  Education program include a rotation-model Sunday School, High School Youth Fellowship, Summer Vacation Bible School and various Bible Study Groups.

First Congregational Church

(Congregational/United Church of Christ)

Rev. Tony Green

405 Quail Street, Albany, NY 12208

518-482-4580       438-7945(fax)    

Email:  1stcong@nycap.rr.com

Worship Time:   Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

10:00 a.m. (Aug)

Worship Style:  Traditional

Ave. Worship Attendance:  80

Website: www.firstcongregationalalbany.org

Other Program:  Young Adult Professionals and Students (YAPS) social group; Potluck Dinners; Mission; Sunday School;  Choir. We live our life of faith in the "Congregational Way".  Each worshipper has the freedom and responsibility to develop their own belief as led by God.

Community Congregational Church of Clinton Heights

(Congregational/United Church of Christ)

221 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer, NY 12144

518-477-4675

Email: ccucc@nycap.rr.com

 

Worship Time:  Sunday at 10:30 a.m. (Summer 9:30)

Worship Style:  Traditional

Average Worship Attendance:  55

Website:  www.clintonheightsucc.com

 

Other Programs:  Bible Study Sunday 9 - 10 a.m. and Monday 7-8 p.m.

A growing congregation that is welcoming to all people.

Journey United Church of Christ

(Congregational/United Church of Christ)

PO Box 307, Slingerlands, NY 12159

518-729-7127

Email: journeyucc@gmail.com

 

Worship Time:  Sunday at 10:00 a.m.

Worship Style:  Blended

Average Worship Attendance:  30-50

Website:  www.journeyucc.com

 

Other Programs:  Book Club for Women; Men's Group; Comma Club for Kids; Comma Club for Youth

The perfect church for people who aren't.  We're a new church start with a growing congregation and progressive theology.  Strong commitment to community service and mission through our "Adopt a Ugandan Village Program"

McKownville United Methodist Church

(United Methodist)

Rev. Stephen  Butler

1565 Western Ave , Albany, NY 12203

(just west of I87)

518-456-1148                     

Email:  mckownumc@verizon.net

Worship Time:   9: 00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

                         9:30 a.m. (summer)

Worship Style:  9:00 Informal;

                        10:30 Trad./Mixed

Ave. Worship Attendance:  9:00—50;

                                         10:30  - 100

Website:  www.reddoorschurch.org

Disciple Bible Study; Habitat for Humanity; Variety of Musical Groups; Youth Group ; Stephen Ministry; Christian Education We are called to grow in faithfulness to God, to serve as disciples of Christ in the world, and to bring others into discipleship.  McKownville strives to welcome newcomers, to help people discern their spiritual gifts, and to equip people to use these gifts for the glory of God.

First Methodist East Greenbush

(United Methodist Church)

Rev. Bob Lowenthal

1 Gilligan Road, E. Greenbush, NY 12061

518-477-9693

Email: mail.egumc@verizon.net

Worship Time: Sunday at 9:30 a.m.

Worship Style:  Blended

Average Worship Attendance: 175

Website: www.gbgm_umc.org/egumc/

 

Other Program:  Sunday School; Youth Fellowship; Small Groups for discussions; Sanctuary Choirs and Children's Choirs; Bell Choir; United Methodist Women

First United Methodist Church is a diverse congregation in terms of theology, politics, socio-economics and education, all in a suburban setting.  All are welcome for worship and any and all programs of the church.

First Methodist Voorheesville

(United Methodist Church)

Rev. Charlie Yang

68 Maple Avenue, Voorheesville, NY 12186

518-765-2895

Email: fumcv@verizon.com

Worship Time: Sunday at 10:00 a.m.

Worship Style:  Blended

Average Worship Attendance: 175

Website: www.troyconference.org/fumcv

 

Other Program: 

 

Emmaus United Methodist Church

(United Methodist)

Rev. Denise Stringer

715 Morris Street, Albany, NY 12208

518-482-0486 

Email:  strngrdl@aol.com

Worship Time:10:30 a.m.

Worship Style:    Multicultural

Ave. Worship Attendance:  65

 

 

Other Programs:  Youth and Young Adult Ministry; Small Groups; Volunteer Opportunities

Emmaus UMC is a multicultural, friendly and welcoming congregation.  Youth people's ministries are connected to conference, jurisdictional and global events.  Many events are intergenerational often with yummy Pakistani food.
Trinity United Methodist Church
(United Methodist)
Rev. Jeffrey Matthew
235 Lark Street, Albany, NY 12210
519-463-1293
Email:  officetrinumc@aol.com
Worship Time:  10:00 a.m.
Worship Style:  Traditional/Blended
Ave Worship Attendance:  65
Website:  www.gbgm_umc.org/trinitychurchalbany
Other Programs:  We are people who worship, learn, celebrate, pray and serve together in Christ's love.  As a UM congregation, we welcome all God's people.  At Trinity we honor diversity and seek to express our faith in a community of mutual support.
Unitarian Universalist Society
(Unitarian Universalist)
Rev. Samuel A. Trumbore
405 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12206
519-463-7135
Email: 
minister@albanyuu.org
Worship Time:  9:00 a.m. Buddhist Meditation
                     10:00 a.m. Worship Service
Worship Style:  Contemporary UU Style
Ave Worship Attendance:  110-180
Website: www.albanyuu.org
Other Programs:  Public Issues forum twice a month after the service; Spirituality Book Club; see web site for more information First Unitarian Universalist Society is a vibrant, non-creedal, open and accepting community that welcomes all "free seekers" of truth and meaning.  we gather each week to excite the human spirit and inspire its growth and development.  We respond morally and ethically to the problems in our world and sustain a vital and nourishing religious community.   Check us out on the web and then visit.