Sister Jeanne Eberle, SSJ, passed away Feb. 22, 2025, at age 91. She is known as the longtime principal of St. Mark School in Buffalo. Born in Buffalo on June 11, 1933, Jeanne Marie Eberle was the second of Henry and Elizabeth (Wargo) Eberle’s 10 children. She attended St. Mary Magdalene School and was a […]
Pope Francis on Monday had two episodes of acute respiratory insufficiency, according to the latest health update from the Vatican. The Holy Father was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Feb. 14 and has since been treated for respiratory infections, double pneumonia, and mild kidney insufficiency, alongside his other chronic illnesses. “The Holy Father presented […]
It came as a sign of hope for the Church and a sign of gratitude for those who serve the Church. As 51 people received their Altar Server Awards, they commented that their dedication was for their love of God and His people. Catholic Diocese of Buffalo Sound Hub · March 3, 2025 – Diocese […]
The prophet Isaiah boldly challenges us to choose the way of fasting most acceptable to the Lord: “Releasing those bound unjustly … setting free the oppressed … sharing your bread with the hungry, sheltering the oppressed and the homeless, clothing the naked when you see them, and not turning your back on your own.” If […]
CNA — Pope Francis’ health condition “still remains reserved” after he “presented an isolated crisis of bronchospasm,” the Holy See Press Office said in a statement Friday evening Rome time. The event “resulted in an episode of vomiting with inhalation and sudden worsening of the respiratory picture,” the statement continues. The pope was “promptly bronchoaspirated […]
ST. BONAVENTURE — The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at St. Bonaventure University is opening two new exhibitions this spring. “Connectivity,” guest-curated by Gary Keem, a 1969 St. Bonaventure graduate, is on view now through May 15 in the Quick Center’s Dresser Foundation Gallery. “This exhibition celebrates the relationships of ties that bind […]
Pope Francis entered the hospital for treatment of bronchitis on Feb. 14. Almost two weeks later, doctors say the pope – who contracted a case of double pneumonia while at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital and experienced a “respiratory crisis” on Saturday – will remain in the facility while recovering due to his “complex” medical situation. An […]
Catholic Charities of Buffalo has named Justin Fax, practice director for behavioral health services, and Elizabeth Millen, manager of recruitment & engagement. Fax will be responsible for overseeing the agency’s five behavioral health clinics in Erie and Niagara counties, as well as ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of behavioral health services, providing support to […]
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis’ mild early-stage kidney insufficiency “subsided” on Wednesday, according to the Vatican. “The Holy Father’s clinical condition over the past 24 hours has shown further slight improvement,” the Holy See Press Office stated. “The mild renal insufficiency noted in recent days has receded.” Despite the improvement, the latest medical report stated […]
As Pope Francis faces a life threatening health crisis, Bishop Michael W. Fisher held a special Mass in honor of the ailing pontiff. Tapping into Pope Francis’ call for a Jubilee Year of Healing, Bishop Fisher asked for prayers for the pope’s health. Catholic Diocese of Buffalo Sound Hub · February 26, 2025 – The […]
