May21 Divine Mercy image is welcome addition to education center
3 days ago by PATRICK J. BUECHI

A former Buffalo-area artist returned to the Nickel City for the blessing of her latest painting, the Divine Mercy. Diane Hayes, a former resident of East Aurora, revealed her work on April 8, just after Divine Mercy Sunday, at the New Hope Education Center on Jefferson Street. Gary and Linda Tatu, who run the center, commissioned the painting. read more...

May20 Catholic Charities program recruits help for immigrants
4 days ago by MARK CIEMCIOCH

It can be difficult for refugees to acclimate to the Western New York lifestyle, but a Catholic Charities program funded by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops helps the social service organization recruit the entire diocese for assistance.

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May16 Medical mission to Peru is humbling experience
5/16/2013 11:20:22 AM by ERIN TRESTER

Steve Piesczynski recently participated in his fourth mission trip to Peru with Global Health Ministry, which is affiliated with Catholic Health East. 

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May7 Young Christians work to make sure others have happy Easter holiday
5/7/2013 1:00:00 PM by PATRICK J. BUECHI

Over 50 youth and adults skipped out on searching for Easter treats in order to give them out as part of Young Christians at Work, a service program run by the diocesan Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry. read more...

Apr30 Catholic Charities teams with deacons to speed aid
4/30/2013 8:30:47 AM by PATRICK J. BUECHI

Catholic Charities of Buffalo has partnered with the permanent diaconate to provide a quick route to the most comprehensive human services agency in Western New York. Anyone needing help with drug problems, marital discord or household bills need go no further than the nearest deacon. read more...

Mar26 Catholic Charities closes Appeal Week with $8.5 million
3/26/2013 10:53:46 AM by PATRICK J. BUECHI

Catholic Charities closed appeal week 2013 short of its goal, but confident in its staff, volunteers and the generous people of Western New York. On March 26, Bishop Richard J. Malone announced Catholic Charities had raised $8.584,590.57, or 80.2 percent of its $10.7 million goal. The campaign will continue until June 30. Funds raised for Appeal 2013 support Catholic Charities’ 70 programs and services offered across 61 sites throughout the eight-county region. read more...

Mar5 Young mother on way to new life, thanks to St. Gianna’s
3/5/2013 3:02:11 PM by PATRICK J. BUECHI

One of the young mothers scheduled to give a witness talk was absent during the Feb. 6 banquet for the St. Gianna Molla Pregnancy Outreach Center. Nicole Fournier shied away from speaking in front of the 300 people who gathered to support the diocesan-run center that provides pregnancy care information, referral services and baby items to women and children living in poverty or in need of assistance. read more...

Feb15 Justice Perspective: Preferential option for the poor
2/15/2013 8:42:00 AM by DEACON DON WEIGEL

In the past year, we have seen elections on all levels of government, debates and deals to avoid the “fiscal cliff,” more haggling over the “debt ceiling,” and on and on. Through it all there has been one question that has been conspicuous by its absence – “How will this affect the poor?”

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Feb14 Hollywood producer now educates on poverty
2/14/2013 8:52:24 AM by ERIN TRESTER

Gerard Straub has directed, filmed and produced extraordinary documentaries, written six award-winning books and produced hit shows such as “General Hospital” and “The Doctors.” However, his greatest passion and accomplishment is spreading the word about poverty through film, writings and photography in the hope that it will motivate people to stand up and do what Christ asks. 

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Feb4 St. Lawrence Parish looks to honor Father Moreno with pantry
2/4/2013 2:08:16 PM by MARK CIEMCIOCH

Father Joseph Moreno’s sudden death late last year shocked many in the community, especially those of St. Lawrence Parish in Buffalo where he was serving as sacramental minister. Now the St. Lawrence community is looking to celebrate Father Moreno’s ministry by renaming the pantry after him.

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