| Event Start Date: November 6, 2021 | Event End Date: November 6, 2021 | Event Venue: St. Stephens Parish |
Saturday, November 6th –End of Life Issues Seminar (9am – 10:30am)
St. Stephens Parish (2100 Baseline Road, Grand Island)
This seminar will be presented by Deacon Frank Kedzielawa who brings his unique knowledge and expertise both as deacon at St. Stephen’s and as a practicing attorney.
There is no charge for this seminar and refreshments will be served. All are welcome!
| Event Start Date: October 23, 2021 | Event End Date: October 23, 2021 | Event Venue: St. Mary of the Cataract |
Mass for the Loss of a Child (12:00pm Noon)
St. Mary of the Cataract (259 Fourth Street, Niagara Falls)
For those interested, confessions will be offered at 11:30am and after Mass. Refreshments and fellowship will follow the Mass
| Event Start Date: October 17, 2021 | Event End Date: October 17, 2021 | Event Venue: St. Joseph Cathedral |
Bishop Michael W. Fisher will preside at a special Mass this Sunday, October 17th at St. Joseph Cathedral at 3:00 pm, formally launching in the Diocese of Buffalo the worldwide Synod convoked by Pope Francis last weekend. The two-year global reflective and consultation process involves all levels of the Church in considering the universal mission of evangelization and in a process of discerning how to best to engage as an active, constructive influence in addressing the issues that define modern culture and society. The Synod will culminate with the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops, dedicated to the theme “For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation, and Mission,” at the Vatican in October 2023.
In his remarks at the Vatican, Pope Francis explained: “…As we begin this synodal process, let us begin by asking ourselves — all of us, pope, bishops, priests, religious and laity — whether we, the Christian community, embody this ‘style’ of God, who travels the paths of history and shares in the life of humanity…” Describing the Synod as a “journey of spiritual discernment,” the Pope explained “That word [Synod] summons us to discernment and it brings light to that process. It guides the synod, preventing it from becoming a Church ‘convention,’ a study group or a political congress, because it is not a parliament, but rather a grace-filled event, a process of healing guided by the Holy Spirit…”
| Event Start Date: October 24, 2021 | Event End Date: October 24, 2021 | Event Venue: St. Joseph Cathedral |
St. Joseph Cathedral (50 Franklin Street, Buffalo)
Celebrant: Bishop Mike Fisher
For couples who will observe their 50th, 60th & 70th wedding anniversaries with a special Mass where couples will renew their marriage vows
Registration Deadline: Friday, October 1st
Please contact your parish priest or secretary to register
For more information call the office of Pastoral Ministries 847-2205
| Event Start Date: October 3, 2021 | Event End Date: October 3, 2021 | Event Venue: St. Joseph Cathedral |
Mass begins at 10:30 am at St. Joseph Cathedral
50 Franklin St., Buffalo, NY
Following Mass: Blessing of families, babies and expectant mothers
Sponsored by: Diocesan Office of Pastoral Ministries
NOTE: This is also a reminder to please consider your second collection to support our Diocesan ministries that directly have served over 1,500 families at the five locations of the St. Gianna Pregnancy Outreach Centers and the Mother Theresa Home.
| Event Start Date: October 2, 2021 | Event End Date: October 2, 2021 | Event Venue: St. Mark's Church |
Saturday, October 2nd, 2021 at 9:00 am at St. Mark’s Church, 401 Woodware Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14214. Following Mass, there will be a procession to the clinic at 2500 Main St., Buffalo where there will be a gathering to pray the Rosary together for a peaceful opportunity to pray for the unborn.
Headed by The Knights of Columbus/The Office of Pastoral Ministries. Mass will be celebrated by Rev. David Baker. For more information contact the Office of Pastoral Ministries at (716) 847-2205.
| Event Start Date: September 10, 2021 | Event End Date: September 10, 2021 | Event Venue: St. Pius X, Getzville NY |
9/11 20th Anniversary Vigil Memorial Liturgy
In 2001, St Pius X parishioners created a spectacular tribute to 1st responders featuring a life-sized monument including firefighters carrying Fr. Mychal Fallon Judge.
Fr. Judge was an American Franciscan friar and Catholic priest who served as a chaplain to the New York City Fire Department. While serving in that capacity he was killed, becoming the first certified fatality of the September 11, 2001, attacks.
St. Pius X, faith community would like to invite the community and all of our local 1st Responders to join our 9/11 Memorial Vigil Liturgy on Friday, September 10th at 7:00 PM out in front of our church.
This remembrance vigil liturgy is being offered for the 2,997 people killed in the September 11, 2001 attacks in New York City, Arlington, Virginia and Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
Bring a friend, a chair, and join us for this time of prayer for the victims, their family members, as we honor our First Responders and those of now serving in the military protecting and defending our nation and world. All are welcome!!
St Pius X
1700 N French
Getzville NY 14068
| Event Start Date: September 15, 2021 | Event End Date: September 15, 2021 | Event Venue: St. Joseph Cathedral |
The St. Thomas More Guild of WNY, a Catholic association of legal professionals, cordially invites all to attend the Annual Red Mass in honor of St. Thomas More, the patron saint of the legal profession, to ask for divine guidance in the proper administration of justice.
Bishop Michael Fisher, Bishop of Buffalo, will be the principal celebrant and homilist.
The Hon. Emilio Colaiacovo, JSC, will offer judicial remarks.
Red Mass attendees are also invited to bring donations of school supplies for NativityMiguel Middle School of Buffalo. Details can be found at www.stthomasmorewny.org/.
A virtual discussion of short story classics and Faith, with a side of wine.
Continue reading| Event Start Date: October 15, 2021 | Event End Date: October 15, 2021 | Event Venue: Samuel’s Grande Manor |
*Due to the coronavirus pandemic, we have rescheduled the celebration to:
Friday, October 15, 2021 at Samuel’s Grande Manor at 6:30 p.m.
The Office of Pastoral Ministries of Cultural Diversity in the Catholic Diocese of Buffalo celebrates the cultural diversity of our region. We serve the pastoral and spiritual needs of Buffalo’s various cultural communities. I’m writing to seek your support as we organize the first Cultural Diversity Celebration 2021.
The festivities will take place at Samuel’s Grande Manor in Williamsville on October 15; beginning at 6:30 P.M. Guest will eat foods and dance to music from our various cultures.
Community support will allow us to continue programs including: leadership training, educational courses, scholarships, prison ministry, radio programming, revivals, retreats, and ethnic celebrations, such as the African Bazaar, Hispanic Heritage Mass and celebration, Black Catholic Heritage celebrations and Family Days.
Cost is $50 per person.
To order tickets please call (716) 847-2212 or send an email to ymontanez@buffalodiocese.org or fill out the ticket order form attached below and drop it off or mail it out to us at 795 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14203
If you are interested in sponsoring, please click on the sponsor letter below, fill out the form provided and drop off/mail it out to the Diocese at the address above:
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