The Diocese of Buffalo today has announced that following a comprehensive and collaborative planning process directed by its Road to Renewal division, a plan was presented to Family of Parishes priests to merge approximately 34 percent of the diocese’s 160 parishes. “The Diocese of Buffalo is facing multiple challenges including a significant priest shortage, declining […]
St. Mary's Church in East Amherst will welcome Karlo Broussard, Catholic Answers apologist and national speaker, to present 12 unique talks over 4 days for their 175th Anniversary Parish Mission May 19 - 22, 2024.
Our Lady of Victory National Shrine and Basilica has gained a distinction that will not only elevate its status as a spiritual and tourist destination, but one that may also provide much needed financial support to help maintain facilities while continuing an ongoing legacy of service to those in need. Catholic Diocese of Buffalo Sound […]
The Feast of the Ascension at Ss. Columba-Brigid Church on Buffalo’s near East Side saw the first Mass celebrated by Father Jason Damon, O.F.M., a Franciscan Friar, who had been ordained at Holy Name College in Silver Spring, Maryland on May 4.
Parishioners from the Diocese of Buffalo’s Parish Family 21 will soon be welcomed to take advantage of existing and future programming at Gerard Place, through the newly announced East Side Community Partnership. Catholic Diocese of Buffalo Sound Hub · May 15, 2024 – Bishop helps Gerard Place celebrate new East Side Community Partnership This new […]
BOWMANSVILLE — Fatima, Portugal is a beautiful place to visit and to experience the many blessings and graces received from the town where Our Lady appeared to the three shepherd children back in 1917. But for many, the ability to travel overseas may seem like a dream. There is no need to miss out on […]
BOWMANSVILLE — All are invited to come and join in prayer for the monthly First Friday and First Saturday Devotions at Sacred Heart of Jesus Diocesan Shrine at 5337 Genesee Street in Bowmansville. St. Margaret Mary Alacoque reported visions of Jesus directing her to promote devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus on nine consecutive […]
The Downtown Family of Catholic Parishes offers a New Testament Bible class: “Follow Me: Meeting Jesus in the Gospel of John.” Following Christ takes more than simply believing in him or doing what he asks of us. Jesus wants you to be more than just a believer. He wants you to be His disciple and […]
SWORMVILLE — Join with the parishioners of the Akron and Clarence family of parishes as they begin the “33 Days to Morning Glory” Marian Consecration Retreat on April 15. You will learn about and reflect upon four great saints with a strong devotion to the Blessed Virgin, Mary: St. John Paul II, St. Louis de […]
BOWMANSVILLE — Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish & Diocesan Shrine is hosting its Spring Flea Market on Saturday, April 27 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come and find your perfect treasure – household items, toys, small furniture. There will be many vendors and over 35 tables. All proceeds to benefit the shrine. Coffee, donuts […]
