đź”” No Daily Mass in Arcade: May 4 – 8, 2026.
St. John the Baptist Clothes Closet extends a sincere thank you to all who have donated items of clothing, housewares, etc.
Due to a shortage of space, we are not able to accept any additional donations until November (2023).
Thank you and God bless.
Based on the bulletin of October 8, 2023.
The Lazarus Committee will meet in St. Aloysius Parish Hall on Saturday, October 7, 2023 beginning at 9:00 am.
We will be discussing the upcoming All Souls Celebration on November 2, 2023.
Based on the bulletin of October 1, 2023.
Bishop Fisher has written a letter to the faithful about a renewed commitment to Catholic education.
His letter is presented in PDF format, which you should be able to open on your computer or smart phone:
Please join in standing up for our voiceless brothers and sisters in the womb, and for support of their families.
Come to the annual LIFE CHAIN on Sunday, October 1, 2023 at St Mary’s in Arcade at 2:00 pm.
We will gather on Main Street for 1 hour praying together silently while holding support signs which will be provided if needed.
We plan to stand, but if you need to sit, please bring a chair.
Based on the bulletin of September 24, 2023.
Rosary at the Lourdes Grotto: We invite everyone to come to the Lourdes Grotto on Monday afternoons from 2-3 pm at St. Mary’s on Main Street in Arcade to pray without ceasing for our Country and our Church.
Bring your lawn chair and your rosary!
To pray the Rosary is to hand over our burdens to the merciful hearts of Christ and his mother.”
— St. John Paul II
Based on the bulletin of September 24, 2023.
Statement on 40 Days for Life
Most Reverend Michael W. Fisher Bishop of Buffalo
The Forty Days for Life Campaign, is an ecumenical pro-life effort which has had several successful Spring and Fall campaigns here in Western New York. They have consistently maintained a prayerful, peaceful presence while evangelizing and witnessing for life.
Pope Francis has expressed his public support for the 40 Days for Life ministry that promotes respect for the lives of all unborn children, and says he greatly ap- preciates the dedicated work that they do in a “Culture of Waste.”
I affirm and encourage all pro-life efforts that attempt to reach the ultimate goal of eliminating abortion in order to build a culture of life using peaceful, prayerful, and charitable approaches, including the 40 Days for Life Campaign as they collaboratively work with our office at the Diocese of Buffalo.
Furthermore, I admire all those devoted to protecting human life and encourage all to continue to support pro-life activities, especially uniting with the many events sponsored by our Diocese, including the St. Gianna Pregnancy Outreach Center. The center actively helps women, children and families supporting their decision to choose life. This fall, as the need has increased, we have added additional services in the Northtown and Southtown areas and we need your continued support of the parishes and the community to continue to support life!
Thank you to all who have dedicated themselves and their time to the cause of life. I am grateful for your pro-life support in our Diocese of Buffalo. Let us continue, in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, to be untiring in all our various attempts to defend life so that the right to life is enjoyed not just for some, but for all; born and unborn.
Sincerely in Christ,
Most Reverend Michael W. Fisher Bishop of Buffalo
From the bulletin of September 24, 2023.
The Chaffee Baptist Community Food Pantry is in need of peanut butter, chicken soup and vegetable soup.
If you are able to donate, please place items in the bin in the vestibule.
Thank you!
Based on the bulletin of September 17, 2023.
The Cattaraugus Creek Catholic Community Family of Parishes is looking to hire a part-time Secretary/Receptionist for our family pastoral office.
The individual would assist with phone calls, e-mails, and visitors to the office; schedule Masses, weddings, and funerals; some computer work; and assist the other pastoral staff members.
We are looking for someone to work between 15 to 20 hours per week.
If you, or someone you know, is interested, please contact St. Aloysius rectory at (716) 592-2701 or staloy [at] roadrunner.com for more information or a full job description.
Based on the bulletin of September 17, 2023.
Don’t forget to vote for your favorite Family Logo. Voting closes on September 10, 2023!
We invite you to vote for your favorite Cattaraugus Creek Catholic Community family logo!
A few rules:
There are 3 ways to register your vote:
Thank you!
Based on information from St. Aloysius parish, and the bulletin of September 10, 2023.
Here you can view or download the entire year’s schedule (2024-2025), in either PDF or Microsoft Word format:
Note: If you’re unsure about any of these schedules or who they apply to, please contact the parish offices. Thank you!
Updated: 8-30-2024.
