St Mary's Episcopal Church, Cold Spring

've known Father Shane since he baptised my daughter at St. Mary's, Tess is 20 now. As a lapts Bronx Irish Catholic. I had attended St. John's Parochial school and even considered becoming a priest. After moving to Cold Spring on Hudson. I attempted to go to the local Catholic church only to be reminded why I left in the first place. Father Shane welcomed me, as he welcomed EVERYONE with open arms and compassion. That compassion caused quite a stir in or simple town. When 9/11 happened I went to St. Mary's and prayed. When the one year anniversary of September 11th happened I did not know what to do, so I went to St Mary's Episcopal Church, Cold Spring, NY. Fr. Shane was going to ring the bells of St Mary for every soul lost on that dreadful day and asked for help. It was cathartic to spend a few hrs ringing the bell and chatting with Fr. Shane. Always charismatic, and what us Irish call "The Gift of Eloquence" he eased my troubles. When I met the woman that would become my wife I knew of only one Padre to officiate. My bride who was immune her entire life from all forms of religion was skeptical. I said just have a moment in his grace and then decide. She came away blessed by his presence. We've been through our troubles as we all have but the initial guidance and course that Fr. Shane provide has held true to course.

Wonderful, ecstatic.... This is Pentecost Sunday and the Mass was inspirational as always with father Shane Scott-Hamblen celebrant and rector. We are a welcoming and affirming church so please come visit us!!