RECENT PRESS
Church of the Magdalene Celebrates 130 Years of Worship with Special Masses — The Hudson Independent
W.B. King — July 16th, 2024
Billing itself as a “welcoming parish,” Church of the Magdalene, located in Pocantico Hills, is hosting several worship events this summer and fall in recognition and celebration of its founding in 1894. “Where some churches are closing and/or merging, we remain open continuing to meet the spiritual needs of those who call the Magdalene their spiritual home,” said Edward Sudol, public relations director. … READ MORE
John Dominick III at the Church of the Magdalene, Pocantico Hills
Edward Sudol — December 5th, 2024
The Church of the Magdalene is thrilled to be hosting the distinguished John Dominick during Masses on Saturday at 5 pm and on Sundays at 9 and 11 am. John will be singing and playing the organ/piano. Decades of experience have given him a deep understanding of sacred music traditions, leading him to redefine what church music can, and perhaps should, be.
Born and raised in Louisiana, John earned a degree in Vocal Performance from Northwestern State University of Louisiana, where he honed his vocal technique and pursued … READ MORE
Church of the Magdalene Hosts Annual Interfaith Service — News 12
November 26th, 2024
This annual event was organized by Bill Baker, Rector and Organizer of the Rivertowns Clergy Association. It was designed to be a celebration of unity. “We don’t have to agree on everything, maybe not even anything but we’re brothers, we’re sisters, we’re siblings, so we’re celebrating that tonight.”
Peace, Love and Community in Pocantico Hills — The River Journal
Elsbeth Lindner — November 6, 2024
It’s been a celebratory year at the Church of the Magdalene in Pocantico Hills, and the festivities are far from over. Marking the 130th anniversary of its founding, the small country church in a hamlet set among rolling fields and stone walls has already celebrated a Mass of Thanksgiving with a special lunch and a series of “Mass on the Grass” during the summer months.
Looking to a Bright Future with Father Tim — The River Journal
Elsbeth Lindner — January 8, 2023
The rectory of the Church of the Magdalene in Pocantico Hills, one village neighbor recently commented, used to be dark, but now all the lights are blazing. And the new pastor, the Rev. Timothy Wiggins, isn’t at all surprised.
The Church of the Magdalene: A ‘Hidden Gem’ in Pocantico Hills — Catholic New York
Dan Pietrafesa — January 30th, 2020
The Church of the Magdalene parish may be just what parish council president David Impastato told CNY: “A hidden gem.”
“It’s a wonderful community of people,” said Impastato, 57, of the parish that just completed its 125th anniversary celebrations. “It’s in Pocantico Hills, which is not a well-known area (of Westchester County). It’s just a beautiful church with stained-glass windows and a painting above the altar. We have people who come from up to 12 communities to attend Mass … READ MORE
125th Anniversary Mass Celebration
Edward Sudol – November 23rd, 2019
Over the last 125 years COTM has been home to dedicated pastors and devoted parishioners. Some have spent a lifetime in the parish; others perhaps just the length of a single Mass. All have been welcomed.
And what is the most significant thing to have occurred during those 125 years? That those 125 years have gone by and the church and the parish are alive and well … READ MORE
Church of the Magdalene — The Hudson Independent
Edward Sudol – March 5th, 2018
The Church of the Magdalene, located in Pocantico Hills close by the famed Union Church, may be less well-known, but the diverse faith-community’s devotion to their country church, the beauty of the house of wor-ship’s interior, the gentle and humane guidance given by Father John Vigilante, and the parishioners dedi-cation to service all combine to create a powerful Catholic community reaching beyond this small hamlet. … READ MORE
Church of the Magdalene — The River Journal
Edward Sudol – November 19th, 2017
Located in Pocantico Hills, a short distance from its more famous neighbor, the Union Church, Church of the Magdalene is, nonetheless, as beautiful and special to its parishioners. “I have been a parishioner of the Church of the Magdalene for over 30 years and love being a member of this parish. We have a beautiful and unique church building and a real sense of community in the parish,” according to Pat Smyth. “Church of the Magdalene is a great place to bring your family or even just yourself,” says Jennifer Kelly, another parishioner. … READ MORE