WASHINGTON (CNS) — Calling upon Congress for “radical solidarity” with mothers and babies – both born and unborn – four bishops advanced an ambitious legislative and policy agenda that prioritizes the well-being of families in a letter to lawmakers. The measures proposed by the chairmen of four U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ committees detail a […]
Are you looking for a fresh career opportunity in the manufacturing industry? Catholic Charities’ Orleans County office and the agency’s workforce development team are partnering with Brunner International to host a Hiring & Resources Event on Nov. 16 from 3-6 p.m. at the plant located at 3959 Bates Road, Medina. Brunner International is looking to […]
Catholic Charities kicked off its yearlong centennial celebration by reaffirming its goal to be “Hope for All Seasons.” “Hope is one of the theological virtues – faith, hope, charity – and hope is more than a wish or a desire. Hope is confident optimism based on faith,” explained Deacon Steve Schumer, CEO of Catholic Charities […]
NIAGARA UNIVERSITY — Nationally renowned criminologist Danielle Slakoff, Ph.D., will discuss her work on the relationship between the media, intimate partner violence, and identity during a presentation hosted by Niagara University’s Office of Violence Prevention and Education on Friday, Oct. 21, at 1 p.m. in the Russell Salvatore Dining Commons on the NU campus. The […]
Bishop Michael W. Fisher has appointed Father James Kirkpatrick Jr. as the temporary parish administrator of St. John de LaSalle Parish in Niagara Falls, effective Nov. 7. This is in addition to his current responsibilities as pastor of St. Jude the Apostle Parish in North Tonawanda. Bishop Fisher has also approved the following diaconal assignments for […]
Smartphones have revolutionized our lives in many ways. Now this same technology that allows us to access almost anything with a few clicks is being used to improve heart and stroke care in Western New York. Mercy Hospital of Buffalo is the first hospital in the region to use smartphone, cloud-based technology to enhance communication […]
Catholic Charities of Buffalo announced two new leadership appointments within its organization. Jenna Bichler and Michael Murphy both join as senior directors. With a primary focus on programming to strengthen individual and family stability and connectedness, Bichler will be responsible for supporting, coaching and guiding Catholic Charities’ district directors in the seven counties outside of […]
Bishop Michael W. Fisher has made the following appointments. Father Denning Achidi will become the parochial vicar of the Eastern Rural Roman Catholic Community, comprised of St. Michael Parish in Warsaw, Mary Immaculate Parish in Pavilion/East Bethany, and St. Isidore Parish in Perry/Silver Springs. This will be effective Oct. 8, and for a term of three […]
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Biological engineering, such as gene therapy for treating human disease, is making such swift advancements that the public’s knowledge and understanding of what is happening and what ethical and legal guidelines are needed are lagging too far behind, said speakers at a Vatican conference. “This science is rolling; the train is […]
Bishop Michael W. Fisher has named Deacon Michael Ficorilli as clergy secretary in the Chancery. Deacon Ficorilli is responsible for helping to manage the bishop’s schedule, ensures that the bishop is prepared for all events and meetings, accompanies the bishop, and on occasion, serves as the bishop’s master of ceremonies. Deacon Ficorilli has worked in […]