Ten years ago, Pope Francis wrote the first environmental encyclical letter in the history of the Catholic Church. As he was writing it, so many of us who were, and still are, concerned about the sickening state of our wonderful earth home, waited with hopeful anticipation. And when it was finally completed and released to […]
Deacon Steve Schumer, president and CEO of Catholic Charities of Buffalo, announced his retirement to the agency’s board of trustees on Thursday, July 10 and in a video message to staff and volunteers today. Deacon Schumer’s retirement becomes effective on Dec. 31. Quoting scripture in his message to staff, Deacon Schumer said, “Scripture tells us […]
BOWMANSVILLE — All are invited to the Sacred Heart Church and Diocesan Shrine in Bowmansville this Sunday, July 13, at 6:30 p.m., to hear Our Lady of Fatima’s third message originally given on July 13, 1917. Three shepherd children asked, “What do you want of me?” A portion of Our Lady’s response was, “Continue to […]
Sister Mary Alexine (Celestine) Machowicz, died peacefully on Tuesday July 8, 2025, at Immaculate Conception Convent in the 93rd year of life and the 72nd year of religious life. Mary Alexine Machowicz was born on May 18, 1932, in Detroit, to Alexander and Martha (Kosch) Machowicz. On Jan. 25, 1952, she became a postulant and […]
SWORMVILLE — Runners and walkers of all ages are invited to St. Mary’s 14th annual Chowder Chase which starts at 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 19. Run the USATF certified 5K on St. Mary’s flat, fast, turn-a-round course or take a 3K walk. The starting line is in the parking lot behind St. Mary Church […]
WASHINGTON — The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has confirmed that the Catholic Church will not endorse political candidates for public office in any elections, despite a tax code change that has opened the door for houses of worship to make such endorsements. On July 7, the Internal Revenue Service signed a court agreement […]
Trocaire College, a private, Catholic college providing a pathway for students to build careers of achievement and lives of purpose, announced the appointment of Michael Konopski to dean of enrollment management. “As Trocaire focuses on enhancing our student recruitment efforts, Mike’s experience in growing enrollment will be integral to developing both near and long-term strategic […]
TONAWANDA — Cardinal O’Hara High School welcomed two new members of the Advancement Office team on June 23. Alycia Ivancie is the new director of advancement replacing long time director Renee Orr. Lauren Bush has been named assistant director of advancement having served the Girl Scouts of Western New York for nearly a decade as […]
ATHOL SPRINGS — St. Francis High School will mark a monumental milestone this summer with a special celebration honoring the 100th anniversary of the laying of the school’s original cornerstone. On Saturday, July 12, the St. Francis community will gather for a Centennial Mass at 9 a.m. in Friars Hall Chapel followed by a cornerstone […]
Sister Beth Ann Finster, SSJ, teacher and campus minister, died suddenly at Mercy hospital July 1 at age 77. Born in Buffalo Oct. 20, 1947, Sister was the first child of John and Mary Agnes “Babe” (Zink) Finster. Her father was a captain in the Buffalo Fire Department. Following her graduation from Mount St. Joseph […]
