God has something for us to do
2/27/2013 8:38:03 AM by MILAGROS RAMOS

This year’s theme for the National Day of Prayer for the African-American and African Family is, “God Has Something for Us to Do.” It is celebrated the first Sunday of the month in February and begins Black History Month. read more...

Saint plays part in parish’s Year of Faith plans
2/26/2013 2:00:00 PM by PATRICK J. BUECHI

St. Christopher Parish in Tonawanda has taken a page out of the classic children’s book “Flat Stanley” to celebrate the Year of Faith. The 1964 book by Jeff Brown tells the story of a boy who, after being flattened by a bulletin board, gets to experience adventures a normal boy could not. At St. Christopher’s, parishioners and students used photographs of St. Christopher and their faith to take them to special places. read more...

Conference helps men connect to their faith
2/25/2013 2:00:00 PM by MARK CIEMCIOCH

If tradition follows, about 1,000 men are expected to attend the 11th annual Catholic Men’s Fellowship of Western New York Conference on Saturday, March 9, at Cardinal O’Hara High School in Tonawanda. The one-day event will ask participants if they are connected to their faith and their lives.

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Christ the King plays role in 'New Evangelization'
2/25/2013 10:25:43 AM by FATHER PETER J. DRILLING

Over a century and a half ago a young British gentleman was deciding that he should become a Roman Catholic. He was already an author with a keen theological sense, and he would gradually become highly regarded in the Church, so much so that Pope Benedict XVI recently traveled to John Henry Newman’s hometown of Birmingham, England, to beatify him.

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The Year of Faith and vocations
2/22/2013 8:34:01 AM by FATHER WALTER SZCZESNY

On Oct. 11, 2011, Pope Benedict XVI declared that a “Year of Faith” would begin on Oct. 11, 2012, and conclude on Nov. 24, 2013. During the year, Catholics are asked to study and reflect on the documents of Vatican II and the Catechism so that they may deepen their knowledge of the faith. read more...

Lenten Reflection: Time to slow down
2/20/2013 9:17:53 AM by SISTER MARGIE LAVONIS, CSC

I hate to admit it, but a good portion of my religious life has been spent in the fast lane. I would go from one event to another without much time in between. 

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Teens face temptation and learn salvation at annual youth convention
2/19/2013 9:49:53 AM by PATRICK J. BUECHI

Over 50 teens marched on stage carrying cardboard signs admitting thoughts of suicide, self harm, personal loss and poor self-image. On the flipside of these cardboard confessions read the result of prayer, the overcoming of their problems. This presentation at the beginning and closing of the 61st annual Diocesan Youth Convention put a solid visual to the theme “From Temptation to Salvation.” read more...

Families come together for activities during Lent
2/18/2013 8:58:00 AM by MARK CIEMCIOCH

During the season of Lent, many Catholic families come together to celebrate the Catholic tradition in various ways, as they prepare for Easter Sunday. Two families from Immaculate Conception Parish in East Aurora acknowledge the season with their own methods.

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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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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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