Posted on December 21, 2015 by Walter Ayres in Times Union Times Union, By Walter Ayres Religious advocates for the homeless gathered in the Capitol today for National Homeless Memorial Day. The annual event, held when we experience the longest night of the year, is in memory of the homeless who have died in the past year. Participants also encouraged government leaders to refocus on ending homelessness. Albany Roman Catholic Bishop Emeritus Howard Hubbard began by offering a prayer.
