About St. Isaac Jogues · Chestertown, New York
St. Isaac Jogues Church in Chestertown, New York, is a parish within the Northern Points cluster of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany. It serves as a spiritual home for local Catholics and hosts regular Masses, community events, and outreach ministries. The parish is part of a diocesan restructuring effort, having merged with Blessed Sacrament in Bolton Landing and previously served as a mission church. It is known for its active ministries, including the St. Anne Society, which supports young adults through care packages, and for hosting visits from bishops and community events like the Fall Frolic.
- Established
- 1884
- Patron
- St. Isaac Jogues
- Rector
- Fr. John
- Diocese
- Diocese of Albany
Why belong here
Join a parish deeply rooted in community service and spiritual growth, with ministries like the St. Anne Society that sends care packages to young adults, and active outreach programs. You’ll find opportunities to serve as a missionary of Christ through roles like greeter, Eucharistic minister, or lector. The parish also hosts meaningful events like the Fall Frolic and welcomes visits from bishops, fostering a sense of belonging and shared faith.
History
St. Isaac Jogues Church in Chestertown was part of a larger parish consolidation effort in the Diocese of Albany. It merged with Blessed Sacrament in Bolton Landing and previously served as a mission church. The parish has a history of community service, including outreach ministries and hosting events like the Fall Frolic. It has been a continuous presence in Chestertown since at least 1884, when St. James Church in North Creek opened, with Chestertown being the only church in the area that remained open throughout the years. The parish is currently part of a diocesan restructuring effort due to a shortage of priests.
Ministries
The parish is active in community service through ministries like the St. Anne Society, which sends care packages to young adults, and outreach programs that support those in need. The parish also hosts events like the Fall Frolic and welcomes visits from bishops, fostering a sense of belonging and shared faith.
- St. Anne Society
- Outreach Ministries
- Rosary
- Flocknote
- Diocesan Appeal
- Fall Frolic
- Bake Sale Fundraiser
Faith Formation
The parish encourages participation in faith formation through volunteer opportunities in ministries like greeters, Eucharistic ministers, and lectors. The parish also hosts events like the Fall Frolic and welcomes visits from bishops, fostering a sense of belonging and shared faith.
Sacraments
The parish offers sacraments, including confession and the Eucharist. The parish also hosts events like the Fall Frolic and welcomes visits from bishops, fostering a sense of belonging and shared faith.