WASHINGTON — “I live because of the Eucharist,” Mother Angelica once said. The foundress of EWTN and member of the Poor Clares of Perpetual Adoration, Mother Angelica made no secret of her love and devotion to the true presence of Christ in the Eucharist. On Thursday, more than eight years after her death, the legacy of […]
BOWMANSVILLE — In recognition of the National Eucharistic Congress, Sacred Heart of Jesus Diocesan Shrine will hold a Eucharistic Retreat Day on July 20. The day will include several talks, Mass, lunch and adoration. Deacon Greg Feary will lead a daylong experiential reflection on living life in the pattern of the Eucharist. A retired teacher […]
Last spring, another step in the Synod of Synodalty took place as three regional listening sessions were held March 13. Two big questions were asked: “Where have I seen or experienced successes and distresses, within the Church’s structure(s), organization, leadership and life that encourage or hinder the mission?” and “How can the structures and organization […]
The Diocese of Buffalo will host a visit by the daughter of a saint. Gianna Emanuela Molla, daughter of St. Gianna Molla, will visit Buffalo this July, as one of only three U.S. visits this year. During her visit, Gianna Emanuela will be present at several events. On Thursday, July 11, Gianna Emanuela will attend […]
PITTSBURGH — As hundreds of Catholic pilgrims processed through the streets of Pittsburgh as part of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, some of the faithful saw the procession as an opportunity to evangelize about Jesus Christ and the Catholic doctrine that he is truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. Pilgrims on the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, traveling […]
Outside St. Joseph Cathedral, the Allentown Arts Festival was getting underway. Inside the cathedral, three men began their diaconal ministry. Bishop Michael W. Fisher called it a glorious day, as he ordained Michael Hahn, Michael Katilus and Anthony Vilardo as permanent deacons. Within the Catholic Church, deacons serve as ministers of the Word, proclaiming the […]
The Catholic Community of Buffalo, North’s Spirituality Pillar will present Paul & Beth Zucarelli at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 13 at St. Margaret Church with a reception to follow. Paul Zucarelli had nine cardiac arrests and was dead for hours. Through intercessory prayer of many, including Bishop Thomas Olmsted of Phoenix, Arizona, Paul survived […]
Change seems to be happening faster and faster these days. That’s why good, timely, accurate communication is more important than ever. With the recently announced merger of parishes and the ongoing formation of Families of Parishes, Mass times, contact numbers, even addresses are changing. The diocesan Catholic Directory has that information. The online resource is […]
He has no super powers. He can’t fly. He doesn’t even have a colorful costume. But Father Baker is the newest comic book hero. OLV Charities has teamed up with Voyage Comics to produce a one-shot issue about the life of Buffalo’s own Venerable Nelson H. Baker. Catholic Diocese of Buffalo Sound Hub · June […]
People came by the busload to see the man who ministered to them be ordained a priest. “I think he’s going to be an incredible gift to our diocese,” said Katherine Morhart, who got to know Father Sebastian Aristizabal during their time at Holy Trinity Parish in Dunkirk. The June 1 ordination of Father Aristizabal […]
