Catholic Diocese of Buffalo Podcasts

The month of November marks Black Catholic History Month in the United States. While Black and African-American Catholics make up just a very small percentage of the overall Catholic population in the U.S. (est. 3 million, representing 4% of US Catholics), that population is a vibrant, inspired community. In this episode of the Diocese of Buffalo's celebration of Black Catholic History Month, we b...

When classmates make fun of a student because of her mother's job, Sister Justine sets things straight by telling them the tale of St. Zita, a humble yet holy housemaid.

The month of November marks Black Catholic History Month in the United States. To mark the month in Buffalo, Western New York Catholic Audio organized a roundtable discussion to be released as a podcast. Panelists included host Mary Craig, Marilyn Ward, Deacon Ronald Walker, and Sister Roberta Fulton, the latter of whom directs the Diocese of Buffalo’s Office of Cultural Diversity. They discussed...

Buffalo is home to a diverse population which includes recent immigrants from around the world, including many African nations. On Sunday, November 5, 2023, the Diocese of Buffalo's Office of Cultural Diversity hosted an African Thanksgiving Mass, where the diversity of local Catholics was celebrated.

When a student drops his younger sister's favorite toy out of the school bus window, Sister Justine encourages hope that it will be found by sharing the story of St. Anthony of Padua, the patron saint of lost things.

The Diocese of Buffalo honored the 100th anniversary of the formation of Catholic Charities in Buffalo during its Sunday Mass, October 29, 2023.

When students doubt their shy classmate's readiness to run for Student Council, Sister Justine reminds them of a saint who was humble and who willingly suffered, but was also strong enough to convince a pope to relocate!

Cardinal O'Hara High School in Tonawanda, NY, welcomed Bishop Michael Fisher of the Diocese of Buffalo to show him some of their recently completed projects and additional renovations in progress.

It was one year ago (Oct. 25, 2022) that the Diocese of Buffalo and New York State Attorney General announced a settlement in regards to the diocesan handling of past abuse claims. As part of the settlement, the diocese introduced new compliance leadership. In this podcast, we speak with our further updated compliance leaders to discuss how they address claims.

Brother Guy Consolmagno, director of the Vatican Observatory, appeared at Canisius University October 24, 2023 for a special presentation. Prior to that event, WNY Catholic had the privilege and honor of sitting with Br. Consolmagno in our own studio to discuss faith, science, and the many misconceptions about the Catholic Church's relationship with astronomy.

While the children await the start of a meteor shower, Sister Justine is there to share the story of St. Dominic, the patron saint of astronomy.

The Catholic Diocese of Buffalo celebrated its vast and diverse Hispanic heritage with a Mass that came on the final day of National Hispanic Heritage Month, October 15, 2023.

When a new student asks the question "What is God?" the class and teacher are surprised. But Sister Justine helps out by telling the story of St. Thomas Aquinas, one of the Catholic Church's best-known students and thinkers, who asked the very same question.

The Diocese of Buffalo held its annual Red Mass Thursday, October 5, 2023 in partnership with the St. Thomas More Guild. The annual Mass seeks the blessings of the Holy Spirit for judges and attorneys to conduct their duties with true justice, mercy, and integrity.

Observing a respect for life, celebrations of cultural diversity and charitable service, a visiting exhibit remembering a late teenager's dedication to the Eucharist, and a special gathering to be held elsewhere in New York State. That's just some of what's covered in WNY Catholic Audio's preview of October events of interest to people within the Diocese of Buffalo.

The Foundation of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo, a separate entity within the diocese, gathers support for those who are candidates for priesthood. WNY Catholic Audio hosted a discussion to learn more about how the Foundation helps seminarians, and learn more about the state of vocations within the Diocese of Buffalo.

Bishop Michael Fisher of the Diocese of Buffalo celebrated the annual 8th and 12th Grade Masses in St. Joseph Cathedral in back-to-back days, continuing a tradition welcoming Catholic school students to downtown Buffalo.

Southern Tier Catholic School, located in Olean, NY, is beginning its school year in a new home, classrooms within the former St. John's School. Bishop Michael Fisher presided over the school's "grand re-opening" Mass.

Buffalo Bishop Michael Fisher made another appearance at a local Catholic school to mark the new academic year. His latest visit was to St. John the Baptist in Kenmore, where he presided over a school Mass.

On Sunday, September 10, Bishop Michael Fisher presided over the annual Blue Mass, which recognizes and prays for the safety of law enforcers, firefighters and other emergency responders.

Bishop Michael Fisher of the Diocese of Buffalo continued a tour of selected Catholic schools to mark the start of a new academic year. On Friday, September 8, he visited Catholic Academy of West Buffalo, considered the most culturally diverse student population among area Catholic schools.

In the second of two scheduled school visits Thursday, September 7, Bishop Michael Fisher presided over Mass before students at Notre Dame High School in Batavia, NY. It was the first day of classes, and also the first school day for its new principal, who explained her decision and her commitment to continuing the school's tradition of academic excellence.

The new Catholic chaplain for the National Football League's Buffalo Bills, Father Michael LaMarca, recently sat with retired chaplain Monsignor Francis Weldgen to discuss their important role as a spiritual leader for pro football players, serving both the hometown heroes and their visiting rivals. Their conversation was recorded in August 2023 at St. Christopher Church in the Town of Tonawanda,...

Bishop Michael Fisher of the Diocese of Buffalo continued a traditional visit to area schools at the start of the new academic year. WNY Catholic Audio was there as he visited St. Joseph University School in Buffalo.

A new school year is upon us, and Bishop Michael Fisher of the Diocese of Buffalo marked it by visiting one of the Catholic schools within the diocese. His appearance at St. John Vianney School in Orchard Park, NY was the first of several school visits planned over the next two weeks.