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  Programs for Youth

Conferences

Diocesan Youth Convention

Weekend conference in February for senior high youth and adult chaperones. Liturgy, reconciliation, keynote speakers, workshops, award presentations & dance.

Lights for the World

One day event in September for senior high youth and chaperones. Liturgy, prayer, keynote speaker, and workshops.

National Catholic Youth Conference

Held every two years, participants from Western New York join thousands of youth from around the country at NCYC.

Da'Bounce

An evening urban Catholic youth rally held each spring. Speakers, local talent showcase, prayer and a dance.

Leadership

Christian Leadership Institute

Week-long youth leadership training program held at the end of June.

Diocesan Youth Board

Youth Board members assist the Youth Department in planning youth ministry activities for the diocese. Each parish may nominate one young person for the Board.

Diocesan Youth Retreat Team

Youth who want to share their faith can apply for this team that facilitates peer retreats throughout the year.

Service and Justice

Young Christians at Work

Five-day program in which youth serve in the community, learn about social justice and pray the liturgies of Holy Week.

 

Retreats

Senior High Retreats

One day retreats in fall and spring for youth in grades 9-12.

Junior High Retreat

One day retreat in the spring for youth in grades 6-8.

Celebrating Diversity: Multicultural Retreat

One day retreat in November for senior high youth from all cultures.

Urban Confirmation Retreat

Overnight retreat for youth from city parishes who are preparing for Confirmation.

Recreational Activities

Midsummer Charity Ball

Semi-formal dance in August; proceeds support Youth Department Scholarship Fund.

Buffalo Bisons Games

Parish groups purchase discount tickets and enjoy the game! All ages welcome!

Buffalo Sabres Games

Parish groups purchase discount tickets and enjoy the game! All ages welcome!

Other

Bishop McNulty Award Dinner Dance

Dinner, award presentations (for youth and adults who support youth ministry) & a dance!

 

 
   

 

Partners in Ministry:

Office of Lifelong Faith Formation

Office of Parish Life

Christ the King Seminary

Vocations Office

Office of Cultural Diversity

Office of Pro-Life Activities

Catholic Charities

Catholic Committee on Scouting

 

 

 

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Youth Department

 
 

795 Main Street

 
 

Buffalo, NY 14203-1250

 
 

Phone: 716-847-8789

 
 

Fax: 716-847-8797

 
     
 

Email:  youth@buffalodiocese.org