As local pilgrims boarded a plane for Lisbon, Portugal, to participate in World Youth Day 2023, others gathered at OLV Basilica & National Shrine for a domestic version of the international Catholic faith event. “World Youth Day is something that connects people internationally unlike any other event, so we wanted to have just a little […]
Father Bryan Zielenieski, vicar for Renewal and Development, answers questions that came directly from concerned parishioners in the latest Renewal video.
LACKAWANNA — Traditions, community and celebrations marked Father Baker Day at OLV National Shrine & Basilica on July 30. Msgr. David LiPuma, pastor and rector, joined by 1,000 guests celebrated the annual Father Baker Day Mass at noon. At the end of the service, a commemorative wreath was placed at Father Baker’s tomb in the […]
The Archdiocese of Detroit, much like the Diocese of Buffalo, is undergoing a renewal process using the Family of Parishes model. Father Joe Mallia, moderator for one of those families, spoke at the July 26 convocation about his experiences with the process. He was quite upfront about not liking the Detroit diocesan initiatives, but was […]
STELLA NIAGARA — Monday, Aug. 7, is the deadline to sign up for the Aug. 21 “VACATIONS TO ENJOY: Discovering God’s Love of Life,” another one of the ongoing seasonal Evening of Prayer Series mini-retreats (5-8 p.m.) offered at the Center of Renewal Retreat & Conference Center at Stella Niagara. Explore the spiritual benefits of […]
Negotiations have been ongoing between the Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo and the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors appointed in the Diocese’s Chapter 11 reorganization proceeding. The committee is comprised of six claimants entrusted to represent the collective interests of all abuse survivors. Details of the negotiations remain confidential, but the diocese and the committee […]
The diocesan Faith Formation Department welcomed vicars forane, pastors, catechetical leaders, principals, catechists, Catholic school religion teachers, and youth ministers to a convocation on a broad section of subjects dealing with catechetical programming. Among the many speakers was Dr. Kathie Amadei, catechetical consultant for the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, who spoke on the role of parents […]
The Catholic Church has a big secret. It is so powerful, challenging, and relevant, that if every bishop, priest, religious and layperson was committed to communicating and implementing this secret, it would turn society upside-down and transform the world. However, revealing its contents, and urging the full application of its message, would surely cause great […]
DENVER — As World Youth Day approaches and pilgrims from all over the world pack their bags and prepare to embark on their journey, we compiled a list of answers to all your questions about WYD. What is World Youth Day? WYD is a weeklong celebration that attracts hundreds of thousands of young people from […]
WELLSVILLE – To mark 10 years of serving the needs of the Wellsville and surrounding communities, Catholic Charities Joyce Family Food Pantry and Outreach will host an anniversary celebration. The community is invited for a free hot dog lunch and a buy one, get one for $1 sale at the thrift store at 67 East […]
