On Saturday, Sept. 21, the Central Niagara Catholic Family will be hosting the one man play about Venerable Nelson H. Baker called “She Did it All!” It’s part biographical, part dramatic, and part fun. The performance by Michael Sacilowski strives to educate, inspire and entertain. Come see “Father Baker” tell his story at St. John […]
ST. BONAVENTURE — For 50 years, St. Bonaventure University’s student-run Warming House has been addressing the food insecurity crisis in the Olean area. In recognition of the golden anniversary of the Olean soup kitchen, the university is striving to ensure the Warming House is around for at least another 50 years. To kick off Francis […]
Join us for a coffee tasting and fellowship at Kornerstone Café & Juice Bar (701 Seneca St, Buffalo) on Saturday, Oct. 12, at 10 a.m. This coffee talk gathering is for Catholic single adults 35-55 years old. Pay $18 at the door and bring an optional gift card to benefit the St. Gianna Molla Pregnancy […]
Sister Mary Alisette Skotnicki, 92, a Felician Sister for 75 years, died in Buffalo General Hospital on Sept. 8, 2024. The former Eugenia Skotnicki was born on Oct. 11, 1931, in Buffalo to Helen (Kordasiewicz) and Stanley Skotnicki, she grew up as a member of St. Florian Parish. After graduating from Immaculate Heart of Mary […]
Friar Joseph Benicewicz, OFM Conv., a Franciscan Friar of Our Lady of the Angels Province, died unexpectedly on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, in Kensington, Connecticut. Born on Feb. 29, 1960, in Baltimore, he was the son of the late Walter and Theresa (Niemczyk) Benicewicz. He was predeceased by his brother, Walter Jr. He is survived […]
Starting this week, motorists traveling along certain Buffalo-area roadways may see a billboard message, inviting them to a program known as Alpha. It’s an initiative the Diocese of Buffalo is hosting beginning this month, free to participants, in order to evangelize and encourage self-exploration of one’s Christian faith. Fourteen parish families throughout the diocese will […]
NIAGARA UNIVERSITY — Speakers across the retail food and service sectors will share their insights on being agile and adaptable at the 2024 Niagara University Food Industry Center of Excellence Summit, Tuesday, Sept. 24, at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo, 2 Fountain Plaza. Registration begins at 9 a.m., with lunch at noon and a cocktail reception […]
Sister Jean O’Shaunecy, GNSH, 92, formerly Sister James Marie, died Aug. 30, 2024, in the 70th year of her religious life. A lifelong educator, her time in the classroom spanned more than 50 years at the high school level at Little Flower (1958-1966) in Philadelphia, and Holy Angels Academy (1970-2009) in Buffalo. These years included […]
Father Walter Grabowski has been placed on administrative leave by Bishop Michael W. Fisher, pending an investigation into allegations of adult misconduct with women. Father Grabowski is temporarily relieved of his pastoral duties as priest in solidum of the family of parishes that include Fourteen Holy Helpers, Queen of Heaven, St. John XXIII, St. Gabriel […]
ST. BONAVENTURE — The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at St. Bonaventure University offers something for everyone in its 2024-2025 Performing Arts Season. Included in the eight-show lineup are award-winning chamber musicians who have performed around the world as well as holiday offerings that are sure to please. Partnering with the Quick Center […]
