Healing Mass on May 28 (2025) at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Trinity Church, 1032 Central Ave, Dunkirk.
Celebrant: Rev. Richard DiGiulio.
All are welcome to attend.
Based on the bulletin of May 11, 2025.
Events
Public Square Rosary Crusade – Arcade (Saturday, May 10, 2025)
In Honor of Our Lady of Fatima, St. Mary’s Church in Arcade will host the Rosary Crusade.
When: Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 12:00 Noon.
Where: St. Mary Arcade Worship Site (417 West Main Street, Arcade) in the Mary’s Grotto parking lot.
Please bring a lawn chair and contact Kathy Ziolkowski if you have any questions. (Please see the bulletin of May 4, 2025 for contact info.)
Based on the bulletin of May 4, 2025.
St. John: Closing Mass in West Valley (2025)
Mass of Thanksgiving and Closing Mass for St. John the Baptist Church, West Valley.
When: Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.
Where: St. John the Baptist, West Valley (5381 Depot Street, West Valley)
As we move forward on the Road to Renewal, with the Rightsizing and Reshaping of our Cattaraugus Creek Catholic Community Family of Parishes, as was previously announced, St. John the Baptist Parish in West Valley is being merged with St. Mary Parish in Arcade, effective May 17, 2025.
There will be a closing Mass celebrated at St. John the Baptist Church on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 8:00 AM.
We will be giving thanks to God for the dedication, faithfulness and blessings of the parishioners of St. John the Baptist through the years and asking for his support during this time of transition.
We invite all members of the Cattaraugus Creek Catholic Community family to join us at the Mass, and extend a special invitation to parishioners of St. John the Baptist.
There will be a reception following the Mass in Bingham Hall where we hope everyone will join us.
Based on the bulletin of May 4, 2025.
Life in the Spirit Seminar — Hamburg (2025)
Life in the Spirit Seminar by Family #28 will be held on six consecutive Wednesdays beginning May 21 to June 25 (2025) at 7:00 p.m.
Where: SS. Peter & Paul School Cafeteria, 68 E. Main St., Hamburg.
A Life in the Spirit Seminar is a powerful spiritual experience designed to help people grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit.
Is there a cost? Yes, $20.
These seminars guide participants through teachings, testimonies and prayer, leading them to a deeper faith and an openness to the gifts of the Holy Spirit. For contact information, please see the bulletin of May 4, 2025.
Based on the bulletin of May 4, 2025.
Catholic Women: Bold & Brave Conference (May 3, 2025)
The Catholic Women of Buffalo, Inc. will present the Bold and Brave Women’s Conference on May 3, 2025 at St. Gregory the Great Church in Williamsville.
To register for this conference please go to their website: catholicwomenofbuffalo.org
If you need a ride, please contact Tracey. (Please see the bulletin of April 27, 2025.)
Based on the bulletin of April 27, 2025.
Tot Ziens, Father Al (2025)
Tot Ziens, Father Al (Dutch for “Until we see each other again.”)
On May 4, 2025 after the 10:30 am Mass at St. Aloysius, everyone is invited to share a cup of coffee or a sweet treat with Father Al!
We know he likes desserts, so please bring your favorite to share if you can.
If you can’t, come anyways, there will be plenty.
Although we may not be seeing him weekly, we will ask him to keep us in his prayers.
May God bless every day of his retirement.
Based on the bulletin of April 27, 2025.
Renewal Conference 2025: Renewing in a Time of Challenge
“Renewing in a Time of Challenge” Conference
When: Friday, May 16, 2025 from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. at St. Stanislaus Church (Adamski Center) in Buffalo.
Registration is $35 per person and includes a light breakfast and lunch.
An optional dinner for $50 includes an opportunity to talk with some of the guest speakers.
The keynote speaker is Joshua Danis, the Head of Parish and Diocesan Partnerships for the Hallow app.
We also will have national speakers from the Archdiocese of Chicago and different dioceses throughout the country, in addition to local speakers.
General presentations will cover topics including life after bankruptcy, outreach/social justice, forming disciples, and more!
Registration deadline: Friday, May 2, 2025
Register online: View registration form
Based on the bulletin of April 27, 2025.
Walk for Life at Houghton Wesleyan Church (2025)
Join the local CompassCare Walk for Life, May 3 (2025) from 3:00 – 5:00 pm at Houghton Wesleyan Church, ending with a celebration supper for the whole family.
Based on the bulletin of April 27, 2025.
Divine Mercy Sunday Devotions (2025)
As we celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday on the Second Sunday of Easter, April 27th, 2025, we invite all members of our Cattaraugus Creek Catholic Community to join us at St. Aloysius Church in Springville to participate.
We will begin with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament following the 10:30 AM Mass and Adoration until 3:00 PM.
There will be an opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Penance at 2:00 PM and readings about Divine Mercy at 2:30 PM followed by recitation of the Divine Mercy Chaplet and ending with Benediction at 3:00 PM.
We hope you will join us as you are able.
Based on the bulletin of April 20, 2025.
Teens: Theology of the Body Retreat (2025)
WACY is sponsoring a Theology of the Body Retreat for children in grades 7-12 at Camp Turner in Allegany State Park.
It will be held from May 2nd – 4th (2025).
The cost is $25 and includes all meals, retreat, and lodging. Carpooling available.
Please sign-up by: April 16, 2025 by contacting Theresa Zielinski. (Please see the bulletin of April 13, 2025 for specific contact info.)
Based on the bulletin of April 13, 2025.
