Catholic Diocese of Buffalo Podcasts

The Diocese of Buffalo hosted its third annual Renewal Mass, Sunday, August 27, 2023 at Our Lady of Victory National Shrine and Basilica in Lackawanna, NY. As participants untied a second symbolic knot from their ropes, the Vicar for Renewal for the diocese tied the lyrics of a song featured in a current hit movie to the theme of the diocesan Road to Renewal.

The Diocese of Buffalo's Office of Cultural Diversity hosted its Hispanic/Latino Family Day at Our Lady of Fatima Shrine in Lewiston, New York on Saturday, August 26, 2023.

An estimated 65 local young Catholic adults gathered in Buffalo on August 23, 2023 for Theology on Tap, a program that provides a relaxed setting where guests can learn about, discuss, and share their Catholic faith with like-minded peers.

The St. Gianna Molla Pregnancy Outreach Center, a pro-life ministry which assists mothers, their babies and young children, opened its seventh location Friday, August 18 in Perry, New York, in a region of the Diocese of Buffalo known for high levels of poverty and need.

August 1, 2023 - What's Coming Up in August by Diocese of Buffalo Sound Studio

July 18, 2023 - Mass Marks 25th Anniversary of Shrine to the Unborn by Diocese of Buffalo Sound Studio

July 17, 2023 - Camp Turner Celebrates 100 Years by Diocese of Buffalo Sound Studio

This week, the Catholic Diocese of Buffalo mourns the passings of Monsignor Dino Lorenzetti, who died July 12 at the age of 101, and Deacon James Cantella, who was ordained less than two months ago but was stricken by illness.

News and notes about recent happenings within the Catholic Diocese of Buffalo

June 28, 2023 - Church Musicians' Guild of Buffalo to host Festival Mass by Diocese of Buffalo Sound Studio

St. John Paul II Church in Lake View, NY will host a Patriotic Rosary just days before the nation celebrates Independence Day. Here we learn more of the Patriotic Rosary's origin and what it is the people pray for during such a gathering.

When a terrible thunderstorm jeopardizes the students' field trip to the museum, Sister Justine recalls the tale of St. Christopher, best known for helping the Christ Child across a rushing river.

When one of the students reveals being mocked for being Catholic, Sister Justine shares the story of St. Bernadette of Lourdes, who interacted with Our Blessed Mother, while her peers questioned her well-being.

St. Stanislaus Bishop & Martyr Church celebrated its 150th anniversary with a Mass held Sunday, June 4, 2023, led by Bishop Michael Fisher. The church, also home to the Diocesan Shrine of St. John Paul II, is known in Western New York as the "Mother Church of Polonia," and was the first of several churches built in Buffalo by Polish immigrants in the late 19th Century.

Jeffrey Joseph Donovan's journey to priesthood was completed June 3, 2023, when he received the Sacrament of Holy Orders at his Ordination Mass in St. Joseph Cathedral.

In advance of his ordination June 3, 2023, Father Jeffrey Donovan sat with WNY Catholic Audio to discuss his life, and his call to serve Christ as a priest.

When a student is tempted to change his mind about donating his old toy collection to needy families, and instead horde more toys for his collection, Sister Justine steps in with the story of St. Francis of Assisi, who gave up his wealth to love and help others.

The Diocese of Buffalo's Department of Education celebrated local Catholic Schools and honored six individuals for their contributions to local Catholic classrooms and athletic arenas.

When a student is being made fun of for her new glasses, Sister Justine steps in and tells the tale of St. Lucy, the patron saint of eyesight and eye health, who was martyred for her dedication to God,

Meet Sister Justine, the new nun at Holy Family School, who brings with her many tales of saints throughout the history of the Christian Church. After meeting the students and telling the tale of St. Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows, she explains why Catholics call upon saints in their prayers, and clears up some misconceptions.

Sebastian Aristizabal, a native of Colombia, was ordained a Transitional Deacon in the Catholic Diocese of Buffalo at St. Mark Church, Saturday, May 13, 2023. He's the first of eight men who will join the ranks of the diocese's deacons this spring.

Bishop Michael Fisher participated in events Sunday, May 14, 2023 which marked the one year anniversary of the racially-motivated mass shooting at Tops Market on Jefferson Avenue in Buffalo, which killed 10 people and wounded three more.

The Catholic Diocese of Buffalo's Department of Education held its first-ever 8th Grade Retreat on Friday, April 21, 2023. WNY Catholic Audio has a recap of the day's events.

To formally end the year-long celebration of the Catholic Diocese of Buffalo's 175th Anniversary, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra will play a free concert inside St. Joseph Cathedral Sunday, April 23. WNY Catholic Audio spoke with BPO Music Director and Conductor JoAnn Faletta to get a preview of the concert, and discuss the relationship between the Catholic Church and classical music.

WNY Catholic Audio recaps Easter Sunday Mass at St. Joseph Cathedral, led by Bishop Michael Fisher.