Diocese finds best way to honor its shepherd is by feeding his flock
11/29/2011 9:19:00 AM by PATRICK J. BUECHI

The Catholic Education Division of the Diocese of Buffalo looked to Bishop Edward U. Kmiec’s motto of “Charity and Service” to decide how to honor him. In recognition of his golden jubilee of priesthood, young people of the diocese, from kindergarten to high school, will participate in a diocesanwide food drive labeled “Feed His Flock.” read more...

Rare reliquary returns to St. Joseph Cathedral
11/28/2011 9:24:00 AM by MARK CIEMCIOCH

An impressive and priceless reliquary, which contains 365 relics of saints, has recently been found in the Diocese of Buffalo, returning to its original home at St. Joseph Cathedral.

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Peace and Justice: Catholic social justice goes beyond the Ten Commandments
11/23/2011 9:32:00 AM by ANTHONY CARDINALE

Many people ask why God doesn’t show Himself to us. Our faith would be so much stronger if only we could catch a single glimpse of the face of Jesus Christ. After all, Moses saw the face of God on Mount Sinai, where he received the Ten Commandments. 

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New Roman Missal begins with Advent
11/22/2011 9:05:00 AM by PATRICK J. BUECHI

The Roman Missal Third Edition, the new ritual text containing prayers and instructions for the celebration of the Mass, will be used across the United States beginning Nov. 27, the first Sunday of Advent. The U.S. will be the first country to use the new texts. To prepare parishioners, the Buffalo Diocese has held learning sessions throughout the summer to teach and explain the changes. read more...

Parish experience confirms transitional deacon's call
11/21/2011 8:20:00 AM by SPECIAL TO WNYC

Seán Paul Fleming knows he is on the right path on the road to the priesthood. He wakes up happy everyday. Rev. Mr. Fleming was ordained a transitional deacon on Nov. 4 at Christ the King Seminary in East Aurora. He will be ordained to the priesthood next June.

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Field education broadens transitional deacon's perspective
11/18/2011 9:08:00 AM by SPECIAL TO WNYC

Andrew Lauricella has been working toward being a priest for nine years. He is in his final year of formation with his ordination as a transitional deacon on Nov. 4 and then ordination to the priesthood next year.

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Lackawanna native looks to Father Baker on journey to priesthood
11/17/2011 9:34:00 AM by PATRICK J. BUECHI

After seven years in formation, Jeffrey Nowak is ready for the priesthood. His lifelong work within the Church, took another deeper step when he and two others were ordained transitional deacons on Nov. 4.
Born and raised in Lackawanna, the 31-year-old looks to his hometown hero Venerable Nelson Baker for inspiration. 

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Cultural Diversity: 'Lord, let me live until I die'
11/16/2011 9:31:00 AM by MILAGROS RAMOS

This month as we celebrate National Black Catholic History Month in the United States, I would like to introduce to you Sister Thea Bowman, FSPA. Over 20 years ago I was in the presence of Sister Thea Bowman for a weeklong symposium on multicultural ministry. It was a week that I will never forget because it changed my life forever.

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Hundreds gather to ‘Witness the Spirit’ of youth ministry
11/15/2011 9:07:00 AM by PATRICK J. BUECHI

The Holy Spirit has driven youth to the heights of mountaintops and the depths of their own souls to find their faith. That Spirit was celebrated in an event that honored young disciples and the adults who guide them. read more...

Daybreak produces Christmas Mass for national broadcast
11/14/2011 11:47:00 AM by MARK CIEMCIOCH

Over the years, Daybreak TV Productions has worked on many shows and documentaries, but perhaps one of its biggest projects in history will occur this month, as they will record a Mass set to air on Christmas Eve for the Interfaith Broadcasting Commission, a multi-denominational organization that provides national networks and affiliates with programs.

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