About Us
Welcome to theTri-Parish Catholic Communities of
Ballston Lake, Glenville, and Scotia NY
At our Tri-Parish Catholic Communities—Our Lady of Grace, Immaculate Conception, and St. Joseph’s—we are committed to fostering a vibrant, faith-filled community within the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany. Rooted in the love of Jesus Christ, we strive to be a place of welcome, inclusion, and genuine connection for all who enter our doors.
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Together, our parishes provide a spiritual home where individuals and families can grow in their faith, deepen their relationship with God, and live out the Gospel through prayer, service, and community life. Strengthened by the Eucharist, we seek to grow as missionary disciples, embracing a life of worship, compassion, and ongoing spiritual formation.
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Whether you are new to the area, returning to the Church, or looking to strengthen your faith journey,
you will find a place here—and a community ready to walk with you.
Our Values
In our Tri-Parish Catholic Communities, we are guided by the core values of faith, love, inclusion, and connection. As part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany, we are committed to nurturing a vibrant and welcoming Catholic community across our parishes in Ballston Lake, Glenville, and Scotia, NY.
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We believe in creating a space where individuals and families can encounter God’s love, grow in their faith, and build meaningful relationships within the Body of Christ. Our doors are open to all—whether you are new to the area, returning to the Church, or seeking a deeper connection with your faith.
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Through Mass, fellowship, service, and spiritual growth, we strive to reflect the heart of Jesus in all we do. Everyone has a place here, and together, we walk the journey of faith as one family in Christ.
Our Beliefs & Values
As a Roman Catholic community, our faith is rooted in the love of God, the teachings of Jesus Christ, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We are part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany, united under the leadership of the Pope and in communion with Catholics around the world.
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"Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.* And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age." - Matthew 28:19-20
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God’s Love and the Holy Trinity
We believe in one God in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. God is love, and He created each of us in His image, calling us into a personal relationship with Him.
Jesus Christ, Our Savior
We believe that Jesus Christ, the Son of God, became man to save us from sin and offer eternal life. Through His death and resurrection, He conquered sin and opened the way to salvation. He is truly present with us in the Eucharist, and He continues to guide us through His Church.
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The Roman Catholic Church
Founded by Christ, guided by the Holy Spirit, and united with our Pope, the Catholic Church is a living sign of God’s presence in the world. We are a sacramental Church, celebrating God's grace in seven sacraments, especially the Eucharist, which is the source and summit of our faith.
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Sacred Scripture and Tradition
We believe that God speaks to us through Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition. Together, they form the foundation of our faith and are interpreted authentically by the teaching authority of the Church (the Magisterium).
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A Life of Prayer and Service
We are called to a life of prayer, worship, and service. Through the Mass, the Sacraments, daily prayer, and acts of love and charity, we grow closer to God and live out our faith in the world.
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The Communion of Saints
We are the People of God including the saints in heaven, the souls in purgatory, and the faithful on earth. We especially honor the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God, as our model of faith and discipleship and St. Joseph, patron of the universal Church.​​
