Editorial: Our New LookWe, the Catholic Churches of Central Buffalo have chosen a logo to represent us. Our thought was that the Church is Jesus, light of Christ with us, all of us, the green represents our hope for the future, the empty cross represents the Risen Christ. Look for our Logo all over the Central City. Please let us know how you like it! And look for us in the Juneteenth Parade and at St. Katharine Drexel on August 12 for Summer in the City, at Ss. Columba-Brigid's pig roast or the St. Lawrence Feast Day (August 10.)
Other good things have been happening. Soon we will be adding a slide show of happenings throughout the CCCB Don't for get to send pictures to editor@CatholicChurchesOfCentralBuffalo.com. Patricia Dyer, MSN, MAPM |
Catholic Churches of Central Buffalo Press Release
Take a Stand on Neighborhood Bullying
NORTH WEST/CENTRAL VICARIATE April 20, 2012
Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo, New York
In light of the recent events of violence and property damage that took place within our section of the City of Buffalo, as well as the Buffalo News stories published on April 12th and 13th, we, the members of the Catholic Churches of Central Buffalo stand behind the following statement:
We, the pastors, pastoral staff and members of the Catholic Churches of Central Buffalo: St. Lawrence, Blessed Trinity, SS. Columba Brigid & St. Ann, St. Martin de Porres and St. Katharine Drexel, as well as our affiliated ministries, wish to express our sincere disappointment, displeasure and disapproval over actions taken by members of our larger community these past weeks. Regardless of where the truth lies, no family or community member should be disrespected with verbal threats or bodily harm, intimidated with fear or psychological harm. The non-violence example of Jesus, of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and of Gandhi should be our guide.
We feel that any attitudes that disrespect the dignity of any person, whether it is prejudice against race or cultural diversity, will not be tolerated. In order for our city to grow, thrive and indeed become what we say we are: “A city of good neighbors,” we need to be vigilant with regards to attitudes of disrespect or apathy within us. Though it is easy to point the finger at others in dismay, we, as the pastoral leadership of our group, sadly recognize and acknowledge our own sins of racial and cultural bigotry within our congregations through the years.
As the Catholic Churches of Central Buffalo, as well as our affiliated ministries, we pledge to work more intently on celebrating the richness of our diversity and promote a true witness to the Good News of the Kingdom of God which is like one body made up of many diverse parts. Though there has been some growth and many families of color and ethnicity do feel welcome and safe in city neighborhoods, there is much
yet to be done. May God assist us and give success to the work of our hands.
“I leave peace prints.” “Nonviolence begins with me.”
- Sister Karen Klimczak, SSJ
St. Lawrence Parish (4/8/2012), Pathways Grant Study Day added and Easter pictures, and St. Martin de Porres' Parish (4/8/2012) pages have been updated with recent photographs and news.
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Links to the Catholic Churches of Central Buffalo and organizations Websites
SS Columba-Brigid Blessed Trinity St. Lawrence St. Martin de Porres Children's clinic at St. Lawrence
TRY Program NativityMiguel Schools St. Martin de Porres (WEB) St. Katharine Drexel St. Ann
Gerard Place Reaching Out 2 Africa Pax Christi PeacePrints Prison Ministries
TRY Program NativityMiguel Schools St. Martin de Porres (WEB) St. Katharine Drexel St. Ann
Gerard Place Reaching Out 2 Africa Pax Christi PeacePrints Prison Ministries
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Mary the Mother of God, Crowned Virgin,
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unprecedented public miracle, the Miracle of the Sun, which occurred at precisely the moment Lucia said it would. More than 70,000 people, including Masons, communists and atheists, saw the sun, contrary to all cosmic laws, twirl in the sky, throw off colors and descend to earth. The event was reported in newspapers around the world, including the New York Times." Another devotion is popular in one of our cluster parishes. " St. Lawrence Church is the only national site of the Congrega di Maria Santissima Dell’Incoronata which is known locally as the Congrega Society. During the years the devotion to Our Lady has continued to be celebrated in Buffalo, New York and in Pescasseroli, Italy. The main function of this society is to honor the Mother of God under the title of “Crowned Virgin” through prayers and sacrifices. Presently, we have members from all parts of Western New York including people from our own parish. All persons interested in the devotion are welcome. ... Historical facts, folklore, spiritual, cultural and pastoral stories of the miraculous surround the devotion to Our Blessed Mother. The love for the Blessed Mother has been passed down for centuries and this is part of our Catholic faith, our Catholic heritage and documented in world history.The devotion to the Crowned Virgin also known as the Black Madonna is prevalent in Italy in Pescasseroli in the province of Abruzzo and in Foggia the region of Apulia. Much devotion is given to the Crowned Virgin in Pescasseroli." You can read more about the origins of the local devotion on the St. Lawrence website.
St. Ann Site Activities Suspended see article here
 St. Ann
All worship and activities at our St. Ann worship site have been suspended due to structural problems with the beautiful and historic structure. Sorrowfully, we do not know when or if the building will be able to resume the supreme privilege of a site for sacred worship and grace. Please pray for the People of God who worship there. More photographs here. New Feature! Aging with Faith with Cynthia MatthewsOn March 24 we introduced a new feature, Aging with Faith, featuring our own Cynthia Matthews of St. Martin de Porres Parish. Add your comments or contact Cynthia with ideas and questions. Here is a little sample: Last week my sister, affectionately known as my "West Coast Promoter" forwarded an e-mail to me with the following website attached www.Girlfriendsingod.com. ... Read more here.
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Fun for kids young and old alike !
Something new for kids! Check out the Pop Quiz on our School Age Children's Page! Click here.Witnessing to the Gospel: Right Here, Right Now! View Fr. Drilling's presentation..
Pathways Grant Study Day: Parishioners from the Catholic Churches of Central Buffalo, participated in an Ecclesiastical study. The Pathways' Grant Study Day was held on Saturday, March 10, 2012, at 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM, at St. Lawrence Church and Hall. The topic "Witnessing to the Gospel in the Church Right Here, Right Now!" was presented by Father Peter Drilling. Participants shared a powerful witness of worship, knowledge, and service. Submitted Cynthia Matthews
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Weekend Mass TimesSat 4PM SS Columba-Brigid & St. katharine Drexel
Sat 4:30PM Blessed Trinity & St. Lawrence & St. Martin de Porres Sat 10PM St. Lawrence Sun 8AM St. Martin de Porres Sun 8:30AM St. Katharine Drexel Sun 9AM SS Columba-Brigid (Spanish) Sun 9:30AM Gospel Choir St. Martin de Porres Sun 10AM Blessed Trinity, St. Ann & St. Lawrence Sun 10:30AM St. Katharine Drexel Sun 11AM SS Columba-Brigid Masses for weekdays, Holy Days, Sacraments, Adoration, Electronic Prayer Here is a Prayer Site that will help you to focus. Give God 10 minutes and get refreshment for your whole day. Weekday masses: Blessed Trinity Tues-Fri 11:00AM St. Katharine Drexel 8:30AM St. Martin de Porres Tues-Fri Noon St. Lawrence 8:30AM Adoration: First Fridays at St. Katharine Drexel Miraculous Medal Novena St. Lawrence Mondays following 8:30AM Mass Novena: Our Lady of Perpetual Help St. Katharine Drexel Wednesdays following 8:30AM Mass Annointing By appointment or St. Lawrence after all Masses, First Weekend of the month Blessed Trinity after 10:00AM Mass Third Sunday of the month Reconciliation by appointment or as scheduled below: Sat 3:00PM St. Katharine Drexel Sat 3:45PM St. Lawrence Sat 4:00PM Blessed Trinity & St. Martin de Porres Can't get to church? Watch Masses online! |
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