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Jesus, Mary, and Joseph all had to make sacrifices to accomplish the Will of God. Let’s all be open to the idea that God might call one of our children or grandchildren to serve the Church as a priest or religious sister. Let us never stand in the way of those whom God has called.

For help in discerning God’s will, contact Fr. Dave Baker* or visit buffalovocations.org

*For specific contact info, please see the bulletin of December 29, 2024.

Based on the bulletin of December 29, 2024.

“So much has changed since our founding in 1923, but one thing has remained a constant: just as we have for 100 years, Catholic Charities is here and ready to help – now.

If you have an urgent need or you or your family is facing a crisis situation, give us a call or visit ccwny.org to complete an online assistance form.

Help and HOPE are available.”

Based on the bulletin of December 29, 2024.

Principles Classes from Christendom College help you uphold your Catholic beliefs and see the world through the light of Truth.

Principles Classes are made free to you thanks to patrons in our growing Principles Society of Christendom College.

Classes are taught by outstanding professors who make an Oath of Fidelity to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church.

You can visit getprinciples.com to register and see the available classes and lectures.

Based on the bulletin of December 29, 2024.

Catholic Education… It’s everything you value!

We are excited to share a message of hope and renewal for Western New York’s Catholic Elementary Schools. Like other Dioceses across the country, we have faced challenges; yet, through the collaboration of hundreds of people who are passionate about Catholic education, we are launching a strategy to ensure a brighter and stronger future for our schools.

Our Catholic schools will remain rich in tradition and academic excellence, wrapped in a Christ-centered, safe, and welcoming community. Throughout 2025, we’ll share more exciting news.

We are currently searching for a Diocesan Superintendent to lead our future strategy. Please spread the word.

Interested in being part of this exciting movement? Enroll your students or apply to join our highly qualified and dedicated team of educators at:

https://www.wnycatholicschools.org

Based on the bulletin of December 22, 2024.

As we prepare to celebrate the annual solemnity of Christmas, the Birth of Jesus Christ, we remember the event that changed everything for us. The arrival of ‘Emmanuel,’ the God made human, we rejoice that salvation has come and brought us peace, hope, and joy. This year, as we continue to adapt to the changes in our community parishes through the Road to Renewal, and come together as the Cattaraugus Creek Catholic Community, let us embrace the changes to our routines and familiar ways of operating, guided by the Holy Spirit, in anticipation of a larger family that more effectively uses our gifts and talents to fulfill the mission to bring the Gospel message of God’s love, mercy and care to the people throughout our area. We all know of the difficulties that accompany change, but Christmas reminds us of the great benefits that change can offer as well.

One thing that has not changed is the generous spirit and work of the many people in our parishes who help to create the beautiful environment of our worship spaces at this time of year, the liturgical ministers and musicians who help us offer praise to God, the people who organize our efforts to reach out to those in need, and those who work with our youth and children to help them grow in faith in the Christ child, Jesus. Of course, there are many others who work behind the scenes to keep our buildings in shape and dedicate themselves to keeping our parishes running smoothly. To all the generous volunteers and staff members, thank you!

On behalf of all of us throughout the Cattaraugus Creek Catholic Community, especially Father Al Osiander, Deacon Jeff Forster, Deacon Rick Mackiewicz and myself, we offer our prayers and wishes for you and your families to experience a very Merry Christmas and a Blessed and Happy New Year!

Father Dan Fawls

From the bulletin of December 22, 2024.