Church Militant, the controversial Catholic media outlet that has for years maintained a reputation for combative and antagonistic coverage of Catholic figures and issues, will cease operations next month following a $500,000 defamation judgment against it. Boston-based law firm Todd & Weld said in a press release this week that Church Militant had “agreed to […]
The Downtown Family of Catholic Parishes will offer several Pillars of Lent events this week at five their six locations. This week’s prayer opportunities are many and diverse. From a classroom setting of learning about the Bible’s book of Psalms to the group service of the beautiful Stations of the Cross. Enjoy fellowship after prayer […]
Sister Rosemary Benson, OSF, passed away on Friday, March 1, 2024. She was 92 years old and a member of the Franciscan Sisters for 76 years. Sister Rosemary was born April 23, 1931 in Buffalo and raised in Lackawanna as the youngest of three girls. From an early age, she had a passion to teach […]
In a recent interview with the Italian newspaper La Stampa, Pope Francis powerfully stated, “I will never tire of reiterating my call, addressed in particular to those who have political responsibility: ‘Stop the bombs and missiles now, end hostile stances (everywhere).’ … A global cease-fire is urgent: either we do not realize it, or we […]
Bishop Timon-St. Jude High School’s basketball team, the back-to-back Monsignor Martin Champion team, is headed to the state playoffs once again. The South Buffalo Catholic high school invites the public to participate in its unique fundraiser, featuring every player and coach from the varsity, JV and freshman basketball teams. All net proceeds will be used […]
March is recognized in the United States as Women’s History Month. Since the earliest days of the Diocese of Buffalo, Women Religious have worked tirelessly to change lives and leave positive impacts on individuals and the community. The Diocese of Buffalo Sound Hub, an audio podcast studio operated by the diocese’s communications department, is marking […]
The Buffalo Diocese chapter of the Leadership Council of Women Religious is pleased to announce significant jubilees of the women religious serving in the diocese. For decades, the members of the local LCWR have collaborated with each other and with the diocese to serve the people of God wherever needed. Sisters have served in both […]
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis went to the hospital on Rome’s Tiber Island on Wednesday morning after meeting with the public at his general audience. The Vatican confirmed on Feb. 28 that the pope underwent “diagnostic tests” at the Gemelli Isola Tiberina Hospital before returning to his Vatican residence shortly after noon. According to the […]
OLEAN – Southern Tier Catholic School will host its traditional St. Patrick’s Day Party & Raffle on March 16, at the school’s new location at 921 N. Union Street in Olean. Top prize in the cash raffle is $20,000, in addition to 17 other cash prizes totalling over $31,000. The St. Patrick’s Day Party & […]
The diocesan Renewal Team will host Renewal Conference 2024 on Friday, March 22. The all-day conference, held at Hilbert College from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m., is open to all people. Susan Windley-Daust, Ph.D., director of missionary discipleship for the Diocese of Winona-Rochester in Minnesota, will deliver a keynote address on “The Four Ways Forward.” The […]
