06/05/2026
DEACON DISPLAY: A new niche has been created at All Saints Church in Albany to honor the parish’s two deacons, Timothy McAuliffe and Gary O’Connor. The niche, created by Janice Smirich and Clare Carroll, explains the role of the deacon, the garments they wear and what they represent. “The niche really engages the community and informs them more about our faith in our particular church,” Carroll said in an email. “Most importantly we wanted to acknowledge our deacons for their commitment to our church over these many years and to their faith and to keep it alive and present in our lives. Gary O’Connor is celebrating 20 years this month as a deacon and Timothy McAuliffe celebrated 40 years as a deacon a few years ago.” (Photo provided)
