A Synodal church in mission | 2021-2024 

At the end of their meeting in December, the members of the Ordinary Council of the Synod of Bishops adopted a document for the work to be engaged by the Catholic Church until the celebration of the Second Session of the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops.

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Road to Renewal

The Catholic Faithful, priests, deacons, religious, parish administrators and school leaders of the Diocese of Buffalo have embarked on a journey to reinvigorate Catholic faith, more fully optimize parish and diocesan resources, and increase the impact of our varied ministries throughout WNY. 

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National Eucharistic Revival

Our world is hurting. We all need healing, yet many of us are separated from the very source of our strength. Jesus Christ invites us to return to the source and summit of our faith—his Real Presence in the Holy Eucharist.

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Diocesan News

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  • Diocese to hold blessing of child in the womb May 1, 2024
    Bishop Michael W. Fisher will be the main celebrant in the Rite for the Blessing of a Child in the Womb this Sunday, May 5 at St. Joseph Cathedral.  This Mass will include a special blessing for unborn children and their expectant parents. The congregation will also pray for couples who are hoping for the […]
  • Altar Server Award recipients called ‘superheroes’ in ceremonial Mass April 30, 2024
    More than 60 boys and girls from parishes throughout the Diocese of Buffalo were presented with medals at the annual Bishop’s Altar Server Awards Mass, held Saturday, April 27 at St. Joseph Cathedral in downtown Buffalo. While Bishop Michael W. Fisher was the lead celebrant of the Mass, it was Father David Baker, director of […]
  • SS. Peter & Paul students present check to Kevin Guest House April 30, 2024
    Students from SS. Peter & Paul School in Williamsville presented a check to the Kevin Guest House on April 26. The funds came from the spare change the students collected at school every day. Mary McIntyre, art teacher, thanked the students and staff of the school for their support of the effort. “Seeing these little […]

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October 25, 2022

Attorney General Lawsuit​

Diocese of Buffalo and NY Attorney General Agree to Settle Lawsuit​

Notes on COVID-19 and the Liturgy

Coronavirus

For the latest information regarding the Coronavirus pandemic and its effect on the Diocese of Buffalo.

The U.S. Bankruptcy Court has established April 17, 2023, at 11:59 P.M. (Eastern Time) as the deadline to file adult proofs of claim against the Diocese.