May 17, 2025 | This Week
Docent Tom Brodfuehrer interprets iconography on church façade for visitors during NY Landmarks Conservancy’s Sacred Sites Open House on May 17.
Photo credit: Nancy Langer
May 18 – May 25, 2025
To Live-stream the 10AM Sunday Mass, “Follow” Blessed Trinity R. C. Church on Facebook. You will receive a “notification” (under bell symbol) when we go live.
This website also includes a “Bulletins” page where visitors may view an exact copy of the weekly bulletin and inserts in PDF format, as well as a calendar for our Family of Parishes.
News from our Parish
Parish well-wishers celebrate with Founders Award recipient Nancy Langer at May 14 NativityMiguel Awards Banquet.
Happening this week at Blessed Trinity:
Sunday, 5/18 – Pancake Breakfast in St. Charles Hall following Mass, hosted by our ushers
Monday, 5/19 – Scripture Study, 6:30 pm in St. Charles Hall – The Prophet Amos
Tuesday, 5/20 – Choir Rehearsal, 7:00 pm in church
Wednesday, 5/21 – Helping Hands Food Pantry, 9:30 am-1:30pm in St. Charles Hall – Use Dewey Ave entrance
Thursday, 5/22 – First Communion Class, 6:00 pm, St. Charles Hall (downstairs)
Thursday, 5/22 – Bingo upstairs in St. Charles Hall. Doors open at 6:30 pm; games begin at 8:00 pm
Friday, 5/23 – Recitation of the Rosary, 11:30 am in Daily Mass Chapel (follows 11am Mass)
NativityMiguel Honors Nancy Langer – Parish Trustee, Nancy M. Langer, was honored by the NativityMiguel Middle School of Buffalo at their 20th Anniversary Banquet at Salvatore’s Grand Hotel on May 14. Ms. Langer and Fr. Edward Durkin, S.J., received the school’s “first and only” Founders Award in recognition of “their extraordinary contributions to the creation and growth of NativityMiguel Middle School.” The presenter’s remarks noted that “[t]heir combined efforts have helped shape NativityMiguel into a place of academic excellence, character development, and community spirit, leaving an indelible legacy that will inspire generations to come.” Fr. James Joyce, S. J., was also honored posthumously. Our parish family joins in congratulating Ms. Langer for her years of dedication to NativityMiguel.
Sacred Sites Open House – Blessed Trinity joined the New York Landmarks Conservancy’s Annual statewide Sacred Sites Open House for the fifteenth time on Saturday, May 17. In keeping with this year theme of “Building for Eternity: Religious Architecture and Artisans,” docents focused on the individuals who designed the church and the artisans and tradesmen who built it between 1923 and 1928. We were also able to utilize the church’s TV to show a video featuring area craftsmen as they performed interior and exterior restoration work on our Landmark church. Many thanks to everyone who gave up their Saturday to host this statewide tourism event. They included Vera Andrew, Kathleen Dove, Amy Johnson, Mary Karlis and Toni Maus who acted as greeters; photographer Nancy Langer; and docents Eleanor Ash, Tom Brodfuehrer, Mickey Dick, Darvan Draper, Rafael Rondon, Sr. Liz Savage, Bonnie Williams, Don Williams and Nancy Yager.
Architectural Tourism – Building Heritage Committee members Darvan Draper and Mickey Dick represented Blessed Trinity at Visit Buffalo Niagara’s (“VBN”) Industry Meeting on May 6th. It was all about architectural tourism as VBN premiered its latest promotional video, FLIGHT 716, featuring ten of Buffalo-Niagara’s most well-know architectural landmarks. (We think Blessed Trinity must be #11). Click HERE to view this amazing drone video.
Food Pantry in Need of Volunteers ~ The Catholic Central Helping Hands Food Pantry operates EVERY Wednesday from 9:30am – 1:30pm from our St. Charles Hall at 350 Dewey Avenue. Following the “Shopper’s Choice” model, residents of zip codes 14214 & 14215 are welcome to help themselves, according to household size, to portions of carbohydrates, grains, proteins and canned vegetables. Bread and sweets are generally available. The pantry also stocks infant care items. More volunteers are needed. To learn how you might be able to help, call (716) 800-1075 or email ccfp14215 [at] gmail [dot] com for information.
We play Bingo every Thursday in St. Charles Hall, 350 Dewey Ave. Doors open at 6:30pm, concessions open at 7:30, and games begin at 8:00pm. Please plan to join us. You can check the latest carryover figures on our Facebook page.
FAMILY PROMISE OF WNY: Feed the Hungry, Shelter the Homeless. Family Promise offers us the opportunity to perform these acts of charity in a very direct and personal manner. As a support congregation, Blessed Trinity parishioners purchase and deliver groceries to the Family Promise shelter at Ss. Columba-Brigid Parish. With a few more volunteers we could continue this corporal work of mercy at least one day a month. Working in pairs, you could anticipate your turn to occur every third month. We hope you will join us. If you want more background information go to the web site, www.fpwny.org, or contact Amy Johnson (716-836-4694).
- Family Promise is certified by NYS and can house up to six families.
- It is one of only two emergency shelters in Erie County that allow fathers and teenage sons to stay with their family.
- Families are referred by the Dept. of Social Services and receive case management in finding employment and permanent housing, security deposit assistance, day care, school transport, and follow up support upon leaving the shelter.
- In 2020, the Homeless Alliance of WNY rated Family Promise with the best success rate for moving families into permanent homes.
Is it time to update your contact information? During the pandemic when COVID-19 Protocols prevented many from attending church services, the ability to keep in touch by telephone, mail or email took on increased importance. Because not everyone has computer access, really important information is sent in a letter. Even though you are now able to attend Mass in person, this may be a good time to ask yourself: Does the church office have my correct mailing address and phone number? Have I shared my email address? Make sure that we have been notified of any changes in your contact information by completing this form. This is also a chance to let us know if you: wish to receive the bulletin electronically via email, register as a parishioner, or request envelopes. You can also submit the requested information by phoning our secretary at 716-833-0301 any Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday between 10:30am and 2:30pm; sending an email to blessedtrinitychurch [at] gmail [dot] com; or using the contact feature below to submit the information. If you choose either of the last two, please use “Contact Update” as the subject of the email or message.
Enjoy a virtual tour of our Landmark house of worship, courtesy of Buffalo Rising and Explore Buffalo. By Clicking HERE, you will be treated to both exterior and interior photos and more than a little history.
St. Bernadine of Siena (1380-1444), whose feast we celebrate on May 20, is depicted in this painting by Vincent Mundo which appears to the right of the Blessed Virgin
in the church’s Mary Shrine.
Photo credit: Margaret Dick
May 11, 2025 | This Week
Spring comes to Mary’s Garden
May 11 – May 18, 2025
To Live-stream the 10AM Sunday Mass, “Follow” Blessed Trinity R. C. Church on Facebook. You will receive a “notification” (under bell symbol) when we go live.
This website also includes a “Bulletins” page where visitors may view an exact copy of the weekly bulletin and inserts in PDF format, as well as a calendar for our Family of Parishes.
News from our Parish
Darvan Draper & Mickey Dick at May 6, 2025 premier of Visit Buffalo Niagara’s “Flight 716.”
Happening this week at Blessed Trinity:
Monday, 5/12 – Scripture Study, 6:30 pm in St. Charles Hall – The Prophet Amos
Tuesday, 5/13 – Choir Rehearsal, 7:00 pm in church
Wednesday, 5/14 – Helping Hands Food Pantry, 9:30 am-1:30pm in St. Charles Hall – Use Dewey Ave entrance
Thursday, 5/15 – First Communion Class, 6:00 pm, St. Charles Hall (downstairs)
Thursday, 5/15 – Bingo upstairs in St. Charles Hall. Doors open at 6:30 pm; games begin at 8:00 pm
Friday, 5/16 – Recitation of the Rosary, 11:30 am in Daily Mass Chapel (follows 11am Mass)
Saturday, 5/17 – Sacred Sites Open House, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm inside/outside church
Photo Credit: Margaret Dick
This Saturday, May 17, 11am-3pm – Blessed Trinity joins the New York Landmarks Conservancy’s 15th Annual statewide Sacred Sites Open House. This year theme is “Building for Eternity: Religious Architecture and Artisans.” Bring your friends and come and learn about our history, art and architecture from our experienced docent team. Read More.
Architectural Tourism – Building Heritage Committee members Darvan Draper and Mickey Dick represented Blessed Trinity at Visit Buffalo Niagara’s (“VBN”) Industry Meeting on May 6th. It was all about architectural tourism as VBN premiered its latest promotional video, FLIGHT 716, featuring ten of Buffalo-Niagara’s most well-know architectural landmarks. (We think Blessed Trinity must be #11). Click HERE to view this amazing drone video.
Food Pantry in Need of Volunteers ~ The Catholic Central Helping Hands Food Pantry operates EVERY Wednesday from 9:30am – 1:30pm from our St. Charles Hall at 350 Dewey Avenue. Following the “Shopper’s Choice” model, residents of zip codes 14214 & 14215 are welcome to help themselves, according to household size, to portions of carbohydrates, grains, proteins and canned vegetables. Bread and sweets are generally available. The pantry also stocks infant care items. More volunteers are needed. To learn how you might be able to help, call (716) 800-1075 or email ccfp14215 [at] gmail [dot] com for information.
We play Bingo every Thursday in St. Charles Hall, 350 Dewey Ave. Doors open at 6:30pm, concessions open at 7:30, and games begin at 8:00pm. Please plan to join us. You can check the latest carryover figures on our Facebook page.
FAMILY PROMISE OF WNY: Feed the Hungry, Shelter the Homeless. Family Promise offers us the opportunity to perform these acts of charity in a very direct and personal manner. As a support congregation, Blessed Trinity parishioners purchase and deliver groceries to the Family Promise shelter at Ss. Columba-Brigid Parish. With a few more volunteers we could continue this corporal work of mercy at least one day a month. Working in pairs, you could anticipate your turn to occur every third month. We hope you will join us. If you want more background information go to the web site, www.fpwny.org, or contact Amy Johnson (716-836-4694).
- Family Promise is certified by NYS and can house up to six families.
- It is one of only two emergency shelters in Erie County that allow fathers and teenage sons to stay with their family.
- Families are referred by the Dept. of Social Services and receive case management in finding employment and permanent housing, security deposit assistance, day care, school transport, and follow up support upon leaving the shelter.
- In 2020, the Homeless Alliance of WNY rated Family Promise with the best success rate for moving families into permanent homes.
Is it time to update your contact information? During the pandemic when COVID-19 Protocols prevented many from attending church services, the ability to keep in touch by telephone, mail or email took on increased importance. Because not everyone has computer access, really important information is sent in a letter. Even though you are now able to attend Mass in person, this may be a good time to ask yourself: Does the church office have my correct mailing address and phone number? Have I shared my email address? Make sure that we have been notified of any changes in your contact information by completing this form. This is also a chance to let us know if you: wish to receive the bulletin electronically via email, register as a parishioner, or request envelopes. You can also submit the requested information by phoning our secretary at 716-833-0301 any Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday between 10:30am and 2:30pm; sending an email to blessedtrinitychurch [at] gmail [dot] com; or using the contact feature below to submit the information. If you choose either of the last two, please use “Contact Update” as the subject of the email or message.
Enjoy a virtual tour of our Landmark house of worship, courtesy of Buffalo Rising and Explore Buffalo. By Clicking HERE, you will be treated to both exterior and interior photos and more than a little history.
Spectacular display of flowering groundcover in Mary’s Garden.
May 4, 2025 | This Week
“Christ empowers [Peter] to direct the Church with these words, ‘Feed my lambs…feed my sheep’
(John 21:15-17).”
Rev. Walter Kern’s “Guidebook to
Blessed Trinity R. C. Church,” p. 25
Photo credit: Margaret Dick
May 4 – May 11, 2025
To Live-stream the 10AM Sunday Mass, “Follow” Blessed Trinity R. C. Church on Facebook. You will receive a “notification” (under bell symbol) when we go live.
This website also includes a “Bulletins” page where visitors may view an exact copy of the weekly bulletin and inserts in PDF format, as well as a calendar for our Family of Parishes.
News from our Parish
Three sisters pay tribute to their mother, Elizabeth, during Sodality’s May 4, 2025 program, “Women Honoring Women.”
Photo credit: Vera Andrew
Happening this week at Blessed Trinity:
Sunday, 5/4 – “Women Honoring Women,” 11:30 am in St Charles Hall, hosted by the Ladies Sodality
Monday, 5/5 – “Best Kept Secrets of the Catholic Church,” 6:30 pm in St. Charles Hall – Monica Saltarelli, presenter
Tuesday, 5/6 – Inreach/Outreach & Forming Disciples Joint Pillar Meeting, Families 21 & 23, 6:30 pm in St. Charles Hall
Tuesday, 5/6 – Choir Rehearsal, 7:00 pm in church
Wednesday, 5/7 – Helping Hands Food Pantry, 9:30 am-1:30pm in St. Charles Hall – Use Dewey Ave entrance
Thursday, 5/8 – First Communion Class, 6:00 pm, St. Charles Hall (downstairs)
Thursday, 5/8 – Planning for Vacation Bible School at BT, 6:00 pm, St. Charles Hall (downstairs)
Thursday, 5/8 – Bingo upstairs in St. Charles Hall. Doors open at 6:30 pm; games begin at 8:00 pm
Friday, 5/9 – Recitation of the Rosary, 11:30 am in Daily Mass Chapel (follows 11am Mass)
Saturday, 5/10 – Spring Family Faith Formation, “St. Carlo Acutis, Can a Kid Be a Saint?”
Photo Credit: Margaret Dick
Coming in May – Blessed Trinity joins the New York Landmarks Conservancy’s 15th Annual statewide Sacred Sites Open House on Saturday, May 17, from 11 am – 3 pm. This year theme is “Building for Eternity: Religious Architecture and Artisans.” Bring your friends and come and learn about ours from our experienced docent team. Read More.
Food Pantry in Need of Volunteers ~ The Catholic Central Helping Hands Food Pantry operates EVERY Wednesday from 9:30am – 1:30pm from our St. Charles Hall at 350 Dewey Avenue. Following the “Shopper’s Choice” model, residents of zip codes 14214 & 14215 are welcome to help themselves, according to household size, to portions of carbohydrates, grains, proteins and canned vegetables. Bread and sweets are generally available. The pantry also stocks infant care items. More volunteers are needed. To learn how you might be able to help, call (716) 800-1075 or email ccfp14215 [at] gmail [dot] com for information.
We play Bingo every Thursday in St. Charles Hall, 350 Dewey Ave. Doors open at 6:30pm, concessions open at 7:30, and games begin at 8:00pm. Please plan to join us. You can check the latest carryover figures on our Facebook page.
FAMILY PROMISE OF WNY: Feed the Hungry, Shelter the Homeless. Family Promise offers us the opportunity to perform these acts of charity in a very direct and personal manner. As a support congregation, Blessed Trinity parishioners purchase and deliver groceries to the Family Promise shelter at Ss. Columba-Brigid Parish. With a few more volunteers we could continue this corporal work of mercy at least one day a month. Working in pairs, you could anticipate your turn to occur every third month. We hope you will join us. If you want more background information go to the web site, www.fpwny.org, or contact Amy Johnson (716-836-4694).
- Family Promise is certified by NYS and can house up to six families.
- It is one of only two emergency shelters in Erie County that allow fathers and teenage sons to stay with their family.
- Families are referred by the Dept. of Social Services and receive case management in finding employment and permanent housing, security deposit assistance, day care, school transport, and follow up support upon leaving the shelter.
- In 2020, the Homeless Alliance of WNY rated Family Promise with the best success rate for moving families into permanent homes.
Is it time to update your contact information? During the pandemic when COVID-19 Protocols prevented many from attending church services, the ability to keep in touch by telephone, mail or email took on increased importance. Because not everyone has computer access, really important information is sent in a letter. Even though you are now able to attend Mass in person, this may be a good time to ask yourself: Does the church office have my correct mailing address and phone number? Have I shared my email address? Make sure that we have been notified of any changes in your contact information by completing this form. This is also a chance to let us know if you: wish to receive the bulletin electronically via email, register as a parishioner, or request envelopes. You can also submit the requested information by phoning our secretary at 716-833-0301 any Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday between 10:30am and 2:30pm; sending an email to blessedtrinitychurch [at] gmail [dot] com; or using the contact feature below to submit the information. If you choose either of the last two, please use “Contact Update” as the subject of the email or message.
Enjoy a virtual tour of our Landmark house of worship, courtesy of Buffalo Rising and Explore Buffalo. By Clicking HERE, you will be treated to both exterior and interior photos and more than a little history.
Ceramic detail in church’s baldachino.
Photo credit: Margaret Dick
Apr 26, 2025 | This Week
Requiescat in pace Franciscus
Dec 17, 1936 – Apr 21, 2025
April 27 – May 4, 2025
To Live-stream the 10AM Sunday Mass, “Follow” Blessed Trinity R. C. Church on Facebook. You will receive a “notification” (under bell symbol) when we go live.
This website also includes a “Bulletins” page where visitors may view an exact copy of the weekly bulletin and inserts in PDF format, as well as a calendar for our Family of Parishes.
News from our Parish
Decorating is not part of the Easter mystery. It involves creativity and manual labor. Thank you to each and every volunteer who helped on Good Friday.
Happening this week at Blessed Trinity:
Monday, 4/28 – “Best Kept Secrets of the Catholic Church,” 6:30 pm in St. Charles Hall – Deacon Weigel, presenter
Tuesday, 4/29 – Choir Rehearsal, 7:00 pm in church
Wednesday, 4/30 – Helping Hands Food Pantry, 9:30 am-1:30pm in St. Charles Hall – Use Dewey Ave entrance
Thursday, 5/1 – First Communion, Session II, at 6:00 pm, St. Charles Hall (downstairs)
Thursday, 5/1 – Bingo upstairs in St. Charles Hall. Doors open at 6:30 pm; games begin at 8:00 pm
Friday, 5/2 – Recitation of the Rosary, 11:30 am in Daily Mass Chapel (follows 11am Mass)
Sunday, 5/4 – “Women Honoring Women,” 11:30 am in St Charles Hall, hosted by the Ladies Sodality
Stewardship Pillar Report – On April 23, representatives of Family 21 and Family 23 held their first joint Stewardship Pillar meeting. After sharing information regarding activities taking place at each of our parishes, the body agreed that whether or not our Families are officially blended at some point, we enjoy and find value in getting to know parishioners at other parishes by attending their events. Our immediate goal is to promote and encourage such attendance with the creation of a “refrigerator worthy” calendar accessible online via a QR code and printed for distribution as an insert in parish bulletins.This calendar will be distinct from calendars currently being maintained by the parishes or by either Family. First up: a May 9 Meat Raffle at Holy Cross and a June 1 Chicken Dinner at Ss. Columba-Brigid. Our thanks to Blessed Trinity’s Stewardship representatives, Nancy Langer and Mickey Dick.
Coming in May – Blessed Trinity joins the New York Landmarks Conservancy’s 15th Annual statewide Sacred Sites Open House on Saturday, May 17, from 11 am – 3 pm. This year theme is “Building for Eternity: Religious Architecture and Artisans.” Bring your friends and come and learn about ours from our experienced docent team.
Food Pantry in Need of Volunteers ~ The Catholic Central Helping Hands Food Pantry operates EVERY Wednesday from 9:30am – 1:30pm from our St. Charles Hall at 350 Dewey Avenue. Following the “Shopper’s Choice” model, residents of zip codes 14214 & 14215 are welcome to help themselves, according to household size, to portions of carbohydrates, grains, proteins and canned vegetables. Bread and sweets are generally available. The pantry also stocks infant care items. More volunteers are needed. To learn how you might be able to help, call (716) 800-1075 or email ccfp14215 [at] gmail [dot] com for information.
We play Bingo every Thursday in St. Charles Hall, 350 Dewey Ave. Doors open at 6:30pm, concessions open at 7:30, and games begin at 8:00pm. Please plan to join us. You can check the latest carryover figures on our Facebook page.
FAMILY PROMISE OF WNY: Feed the Hungry, Shelter the Homeless. Family Promise offers us the opportunity to perform these acts of charity in a very direct and personal manner. As a support congregation, Blessed Trinity parishioners purchase and deliver groceries to the Family Promise shelter at Ss. Columba-Brigid Parish. With a few more volunteers we could continue this corporal work of mercy at least one day a month. Working in pairs, you could anticipate your turn to occur every third month. We hope you will join us. If you want more background information go to the web site, www.fpwny.org, or contact Amy Johnson (716-836-4694).
- Family Promise is certified by NYS and can house up to six families.
- It is one of only two emergency shelters in Erie County that allow fathers and teenage sons to stay with their family.
- Families are referred by the Dept. of Social Services and receive case management in finding employment and permanent housing, security deposit assistance, day care, school transport, and follow up support upon leaving the shelter.
- In 2020, the Homeless Alliance of WNY rated Family Promise with the best success rate for moving families into permanent homes.
Is it time to update your contact information? During the pandemic when COVID-19 Protocols prevented many from attending church services, the ability to keep in touch by telephone, mail or email took on increased importance. Because not everyone has computer access, really important information is sent in a letter. Even though you are now able to attend Mass in person, this may be a good time to ask yourself: Does the church office have my correct mailing address and phone number? Have I shared my email address? Make sure that we have been notified of any changes in your contact information by completing this form. This is also a chance to let us know if you: wish to receive the bulletin electronically via email, register as a parishioner, or request envelopes. You can also submit the requested information by phoning our secretary at 716-833-0301 any Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday between 10:30am and 2:30pm; sending an email to blessedtrinitychurch [at] gmail [dot] com; or using the contact feature below to submit the information. If you choose either of the last two, please use “Contact Update” as the subject of the email or message.
Enjoy a virtual tour of our Landmark house of worship, courtesy of Buffalo Rising and Explore Buffalo. By Clicking HERE, you will be treated to both exterior and interior photos and more than a little history.
Apr 19, 2025 | This Week
Easter Vigil, April 19 at 8:30 pm
Easter Sunday Mass, April 20 at 10 am
April 20 – April 27, 2025
To Live-stream the 10AM Sunday Mass, “Follow” Blessed Trinity R. C. Church on Facebook. You will receive a “notification” (under bell symbol) when we go live.
This website also includes a “Bulletins” page where visitors may view an exact copy of the weekly bulletin and inserts in PDF format, as well as a calendar for our Family of Parishes.
News from our Parish
Photo credit: Margaret Dick
Our Schedule of Services for Easter Week
April 19 EASTER VIGIL
9:00 am – Morning Prayer at Blessed Trinity
8:30 pm – Easter Vigil at Blessed Trinity
April 20 EASTER SUNDAY – 10:00 am – Blessed Trinity
Weekday, April 21-23 & 25 – 11:00 am Mass in Daily Mass Chapel
April 26 – 4:30 pm Vigil Mass
April 27 – Sunday of Divine Mercy – 10:00 am Mass
Happening this week at Blessed Trinity:
Wednesday, 4/23 – Helping Hands Food Pantry, 9:30 am-1:30pm in St. Charles Hall – Use Dewey Ave entrance
Thursday, 4/24 – First Communion, Session II, at 6:00 pm, St. Charles Hall (downstairs)
Thursday, 4/24 – Bingo upstairs in St. Charles Hall. Doors open at 6:30 pm; games begin at 8:00 pm
Friday, 4/25 – Recitation of the Rosary, 11:30am in Daily Mass Chapel (follows 11am Mass)
Food Pantry in Need of Volunteers ~ The Catholic Central Helping Hands Food Pantry operates EVERY Wednesday from 9:30am – 1:30pm from our St. Charles Hall at 350 Dewey Avenue. Following the “Shopper’s Choice” model, residents of zip codes 14214 & 14215 are welcome to help themselves, according to household size, to portions of carbohydrates, grains, proteins and canned vegetables. Bread and sweets are generally available. The pantry also stocks infant care items. More volunteers are needed. To learn how you might be able to help, call (716) 800-1075 or email ccfp14215 [at] gmail [dot] com for information.
We play Bingo every Thursday in St. Charles Hall, 350 Dewey Ave. Doors open at 6:30pm, concessions open at 7:30, and games begin at 8:00pm. Please plan to join us. You can check the latest carryover figures on our Facebook page.
FAMILY PROMISE OF WNY: Feed the Hungry, Shelter the Homeless. Family Promise offers us the opportunity to perform these acts of charity in a very direct and personal manner. As a support congregation, Blessed Trinity parishioners purchase and deliver groceries to the Family Promise shelter at Ss. Columba-Brigid Parish. With a few more volunteers we could continue this corporal work of mercy at least one day a month. Working in pairs, you could anticipate your turn to occur every third month. We hope you will join us. If you want more background information go to the web site, www.fpwny.org, or contact Amy Johnson (716-836-4694).
- Family Promise is certified by NYS and can house up to six families.
- It is one of only two emergency shelters in Erie County that allow fathers and teenage sons to stay with their family.
- Families are referred by the Dept. of Social Services and receive case management in finding employment and permanent housing, security deposit assistance, day care, school transport, and follow up support upon leaving the shelter.
- In 2020, the Homeless Alliance of WNY rated Family Promise with the best success rate for moving families into permanent homes.
Is it time to update your contact information? During the pandemic when COVID-19 Protocols prevented many from attending church services, the ability to keep in touch by telephone, mail or email took on increased importance. Because not everyone has computer access, really important information is sent in a letter. Even though you are now able to attend Mass in person, this may be a good time to ask yourself: Does the church office have my correct mailing address and phone number? Have I shared my email address? Make sure that we have been notified of any changes in your contact information by completing this form. This is also a chance to let us know if you: wish to receive the bulletin electronically via email, register as a parishioner, or request envelopes. You can also submit the requested information by phoning our secretary at 716-833-0301 any Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday between 10:30am and 2:30pm; sending an email to blessedtrinitychurch [at] gmail [dot] com; or using the contact feature below to submit the information. If you choose either of the last two, please use “Contact Update” as the subject of the email or message.
Enjoy a virtual tour of our Landmark house of worship, courtesy of Buffalo Rising and Explore Buffalo. By Clicking HERE, you will be treated to both exterior and interior photos and more than a little history.
Photo credit: Margaret Dick
Apr 13, 2025 | This Week
April 13 – April 20, 2025
To Live-stream the 10AM Sunday Mass, “Follow” Blessed Trinity R. C. Church on Facebook. You will receive a “notification” (under bell symbol) when we go live.
This website also includes a “Bulletins” page where visitors may view an exact copy of the weekly bulletin and inserts in PDF format, as well as a calendar for our Family of Parishes.
News from our Parish
The congregation enters Blessed Trinity in procession on Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025.
Our Schedule of Services for Holy Week
April 15 CHRISM MASS – 7:00 pm – St. Joseph Cathedral
April 17 HOLY THURSDAY
9:00 am – Morning Prayer at Blessed Trinity
5:00 pm – Friendship Supper (Pot Luck) at Ss. Columba-Brigid
7:00 pm – Mass of the Lord’s Supper at Ss. Columba-Brigid
11:00 pm – Repository closes at Ss. Columba-Brigid
April 18 GOOD FRIDAY
9:00 am – Morning Prayer at Blessed Trinity
3:00 pm – Lord’s Passion at St. Martin de Porres
7:00 pm – Lord’s Passion at Ss. Columba-Brigid (Bi-lingual)
Photo credit: Margaret Dick
April 19 EASTER VIGIL
9:00 am – Morning Prayer at Blessed Trinity
8:30 pm – Easter Vigil at Blessed Trinity
April 20 EASTER SUNDAY – 10:00 am – Blessed Trinity
Happening this week at Blessed Trinity:
Monday, 4/14 – Choir Rehearsal at 7:00 pm in church
Wednesday, 4/16 – Helping Hands Food Pantry, 9:30 am-1:30pm in St. Charles Hall – Use Dewey Ave entrance
Wednesday, 4/16 – Choir Rehearsal at 7:00 pm in church
Thursday, 4/17 – Bingo cancelled in observance of Holy Thursday
Friday, 4/18 – Decorating the church for Easter beginning at 6:30 pm
Food Pantry in Need of Volunteers ~ The Catholic Central Helping Hands Food Pantry operates EVERY Wednesday from 9:30am – 1:30pm from our St. Charles Hall at 350 Dewey Avenue. Following the “Shopper’s Choice” model, residents of zip codes 14214 & 14215 are welcome to help themselves, according to household size, to portions of carbohydrates, grains, proteins and canned vegetables. Bread and sweets are generally available. The pantry also stocks infant care items. More volunteers are needed. To learn how you might be able to help, call (716) 800-1075 or email ccfp14215 [at] gmail [dot] com for information.
We play Bingo every Thursday in St. Charles Hall, 350 Dewey Ave. Doors open at 6:30pm, concessions open at 7:30, and games begin at 8:00pm. Please plan to join us. You can check the latest carryover figures on our Facebook page. There will be NO Bingo games on April 17 in observance of Holy Thursday.
FAMILY PROMISE OF WNY: Feed the Hungry, Shelter the Homeless. Family Promise offers us the opportunity to perform these acts of charity in a very direct and personal manner. As a support congregation, Blessed Trinity parishioners purchase and deliver groceries to the Family Promise shelter at Ss. Columba-Brigid Parish. With a few more volunteers we could continue this corporal work of mercy at least one day a month. Working in pairs, you could anticipate your turn to occur every third month. We hope you will join us. If you want more background information go to the web site, www.fpwny.org, or contact Amy Johnson (716-836-4694).
- Family Promise is certified by NYS and can house up to six families.
- It is one of only two emergency shelters in Erie County that allow fathers and teenage sons to stay with their family.
- Families are referred by the Dept. of Social Services and receive case management in finding employment and permanent housing, security deposit assistance, day care, school transport, and follow up support upon leaving the shelter.
- In 2020, the Homeless Alliance of WNY rated Family Promise with the best success rate for moving families into permanent homes.
Is it time to update your contact information? During the pandemic when COVID-19 Protocols prevented many from attending church services, the ability to keep in touch by telephone, mail or email took on increased importance. Because not everyone has computer access, really important information is sent in a letter. Even though you are now able to attend Mass in person, this may be a good time to ask yourself: Does the church office have my correct mailing address and phone number? Have I shared my email address? Make sure that we have been notified of any changes in your contact information by completing this form. This is also a chance to let us know if you: wish to receive the bulletin electronically via email, register as a parishioner, or request envelopes. You can also submit the requested information by phoning our secretary at 716-833-0301 any Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday between 10:30am and 2:30pm; sending an email to blessedtrinitychurch [at] gmail [dot] com; or using the contact feature below to submit the information. If you choose either of the last two, please use “Contact Update” as the subject of the email or message.
Enjoy a virtual tour of our Landmark house of worship, courtesy of Buffalo Rising and Explore Buffalo. By Clicking HERE, you will be treated to both exterior and interior photos and more than a little history.
