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Catholic Charities Kinship Caregiver Program supports families in Southern Tier
February 16, 2023
The Kinship Caregiver Program at Catholic Charities is a resource for non-parents who may need support in stepping out of the relative role and into that of a parent, including navigating the challenges of providing full-time care. The program serves kinship families in Cattaraugus and Allegany counties. Kinship care refers to caregiver grandparents, aunts, uncles, […]
Features, Obituaries
Sister Janet Bielman, RSM 1937-2023
February 15, 2023
Sister Janet Bielmann, a Sister of Mercy for 67 years, passed away Jan. 8, 2023. Her ministry took her to schools in the Diocese of Buffalo, as well as the Philippines. Born Dec. 1, 1937, to George J. and Matilda (Reihle) Bielmann, Sister Janet attended classes at Mount. St. Joseph College (now Medaille University) in […]
Catholic Life, Features
Cardinal O’Hara adds to board of directors
February 15, 2023
TONAWANDA — The board of directors at Cardinal O’Hara High School welcomed six new members at its January meeting at the school. Michael P. Rizzo, ‘80, board president and owner of the MPR Restaurant Group, introduced the new members to the existing board members. Rizzo is on the board of Brighton Place Library and the […]
Features, Parish Life
Social justice forum to take place this weekend
February 14, 2023
The Sisters of St. Mary of Namur will present the Social Justice forum “Woke to Oneness: Let’s Talk about Social Justice” on Saturday, Feb. 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Keynote speaker will be Father Anthony Bozeman, SSJ, academic dean of St. Joseph Seminary in Washington, D.C. The Philadelphia native entered St. Charles Borromeo […]
Columns, Making a Difference
And so we fight!
February 14, 2023
Jesus was totally nonviolent. Any serious contextual reading of the Gospel reveals Jesus courageously, prophetically proclaiming the Kingdom of God – often amidst hostile opposition – while never resorting to violence. “But to you who hear,” said Jesus, “love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for […]
Education, Features
Christ the King Schools teams with Sabres for hockey program
February 13, 2023
SNYDER — The Buffalo Sabres organization was at Christ the King School last week introducing their floor hockey program. The kids learned skills and had some fun in the process. The Buffalo Sabres have launched Students of the Game, a new program designed to incorporate floor hockey into the physical education curriculum of local schools […]
Catholic Life, Features
CAM’s latest exhibitions explore local Armenian traditions and NU Theatre’s rich history
February 13, 2023
NIAGARA UNIVERSITY –– Castellani Art Museum (CAM) of Niagara University celebrates two powerful exhibition launches. Survive, Remember Thrive, Armenian Traditions in Western New York is on view from Feb. 2 to May 7, and a closing reception will be held on its final day. Imaginary Worlds: Behind the Scenes with Niagara University Theatre is on […]
Audio, Bishop Fisher, Catholic Charities, Features
Catholic Charities offers calm after the storm
February 10, 2023
Catholic Charities of Buffalo is currently in the midst of its 2023 appeal. This year’s goal is $9.5 million, the same goal met and exceeded last year. As Catholic Charities seeks support for this year’s campaign, leaders are showcasing just some of the 57 programs they facilitate in 80 locations throughout the Diocese of Buffalo. […]
Catholic Life, Features
175 Flashback: Bishop Burke asks that we not Twist again
February 10, 2023
The Diocese of Buffalo has seen its ups and downs over the past 175 years. But who can remember when a dance craze seemed to be the biggest threat to Christian morality? In 1960, Chubby Checker had a number 1 hit with “The Twist,” an R&B song that launched a dance craze thanks to Dick […]
Catholic Life, Features
Frank Runyeon to perform two-day Lenten mission
February 9, 2023
The Beloved Disciples of Christ the Lord Roman Catholic Family of Parishes will sponsor a two-day Lenten Mission entitled “A Journey to Joy” on Monday, March 20, and Tuesday, March 21, from 7 to 8:15 p.m. The mission, a theatrical event performed by Emmy-nominated performer Frank Runyeon, will be held at St. Martha Church, 10 […]
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Catholic Charities offers calm after the storm
February 10, 2023
Catholic Charities of Buffalo is currently in the midst of its 2023 appeal. This year’s goal is $9.5 million, the same goal met and exceeded last year. As Catholic Charities seeks support for this year’s campaign, leaders are showcasing just some of the 57 programs they facilitate in 80 locations throughout the Diocese of Buffalo. […]
Bishop and students travel the world with BPO
February 9, 2023
Bishop Fisher, students tour the world with BPO
February 9, 2023
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Catholic Life, Features
Cardinal O’Hara adds to board of directors
February 15, 2023
TONAWANDA — The board of directors at Cardinal O’Hara High School welcomed six new members at its January meeting at the school. Michael P. Rizzo, ‘80, board president and owner of the MPR Restaurant Group, introduced the new members to the existing board members. Rizzo is on the board of Brighton Place Library and the […]
Social justice forum to take place this weekend
February 14, 2023
CAM’s latest exhibitions explore local Armenian traditions and NU Theatre’s rich history
February 13, 2023
