Events

Start Time: 1 p.m. End Time: 3 p.m. Location: Archdiocesan Catholic Center Reception to follow.

Opportunity for pastors and parochial vicars to get off to a great start as true collaborators in ministry. This luncheon event is designed to stimulate and help deepen this communication, understanding, and clarity. Archbishop Bernard Hebda will join us. 

Sacramental Preparation for those 14 years and older with special needs who have not received the Sacrament of Confirmation.

For new heads of Catholic schools 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

For new heads of Catholic schools 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Presented by Paul Ruff and Eric Dumas Location: TBD *Registration link to come This is a workshop for pastors and their parish teams to come together for key content and experiential practice in furthering your development for a healthy team. Facilitated practicums will provide an opportunity to integrate the learning. In the morning, we will examine “The Six […]

Presented by Father James Kubicki Dates:  August 9 – 14, 2026 Location: Christ the King Retreat Center, 621 1st Ave S, Buffalo Using the tried and true spirituality of St. Ignatius, this retreat will focus on how we can be ever more configured to the Priestly and Servant Heart of Jesus.

Catholic junior and senior high school men and their parents are invited to learn more about Saint John Vianney College Seminary.

Join us for a Lunch & Learn on August 12, 2026, Sacramental Records Management, presented by Matthew Kuettel, Vice Chancellor. This session will provide a clear overview of sacramental recordkeeping, including required documentation prior to receiving sacraments, where and how sacraments should be properly recorded, and when notifications must be sent. This class is well […]

Sacramental Preparation for those 14 years and older with special needs who have not received the Sacrament of Confirmation