Aug 3, 2025 | This Week
St. John Vianney (1786-1859)
August 4
“We know that Jesus is there in the tabernacle: let us open our hearts to Him, let us rejoice in His Sacred Presence. That is the best prayer.” This quote is attributed to St. John Vianney, whose image appears in silver relief on the left side door of our Tabernacle.
Photo credit: Margaret Dick
August 3 – 10, 2025
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News from our Parish
Bl. Carlos Acutis
Traveling exhibit on Blessed Carlos Acutis opens Sat., Aug 9, in Blessed Trinity Church.
Happening this week at Blessed Trinity:
Wednesday, 8/6 – Helping Hands Food Pantry, 9:30 am-1:30pm in St. Charles Hall – Use Dewey Ave entrance
Thursday, 8/7 – Bingo upstairs in St. Charles Hall. Doors open at 6:30 pm; games begin at 8:00 pm
Friday, 8/8 – Recitation of the Rosary following 11 am Mass in Daily Mass Chapel
Saturday, 8/9 – Blessed Carlos Acutis Exhibit opens in church at 3:30 pm
Saturday, 8/9 – Meet the Neighbors Block Party at BT, 5:30-8:00 pm
Sunday, 8/10 – Blessed Carlos Acutis Exhibit continues from 9-10 am and following Mass
Blessed Carlos Acutis. Learn more about the first Millennial on the path to sainthood from a traveling exhibit opening in our church this Saturday, August 9. Carlos Acutis (1991-2006) was a British-born Italian student who, like our featured saint of the week John Vianney (see above), was known for his devotion to the Eucharist. Prior to his death from leukemia at the age of fifteen, Acutis assisted in establishing multiple websites related to the Catholic Church, one of which documented Eucharistic miracles. Pope Leo XIV has announced that his canonization will take place on September 7, 2025.
Come One, Come All! Saturday, August 9, is our annual “Meet the Neighbors” block party. Invite our parish neighbors and be part of the fun. See the homepage flyer for details.
Summertime Means Sacred Space Sundays. Our church contains more than 2,000 Christian symbols by design. Members of our docent team will remain after Mass on August 24 and September 28 to explain a few of them, so bring your curiosity and your questions. In honor of Bob Heicklen and the work of our discipleship committee, we encourage you to share the experience by inviting a friend to attend Mass with you.
The Shrimp Flower
Ecumenical Praise for Parish Gardens. Last Sunday, July 27, Blessed Trinity played host to religious convention planners. The group of 15 were members of the Religious Conference Management Association and represented Protestant congregations from across the U.S. who are interested in bringing faith-based meetings and conventions to Buffalo. Their stay in Buffalo included attendance at the world famous Garden Walk Buffalo and, as a bonus, they also got to experience our parish gardens on the walk to and from their motorcoach. Many marveled at their beauty, and a “shrimp flower” in front of the rectory gained particular attention. Special thanks to everyone who has planted, weeded and watered. You’ve gained fans from nine different states!
Monday Evening Scripture Study will resume in September.
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. Dominic (1170-1221), whose feast day is celebrated on August 8, is the standing figure, second from the left, shown holding a book, in this grouping of monks, hermits and religious in the dome of our church. The painting is by Joseph Mazur. Photo credit: Gary Kelley.
Jul 27, 2025 | This Week
St. Ignatius of Loyola
July 31
St Alphonsus Liguori
August 1
Both of these saints whom we celebrate this week are depicted in a group of twelve figures identified as “Monks, Hermits, and Religious” in the dome of our church. St. Alphonsus is the first standing figure on the left. St. Ignatius, also standing, is fourth from the left.
Photo credit: Gary Kelley
July 27 – August 3, 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
Some of the nearly 40 people who attended the special Mary of Magdala presentation by Carol Mullins of Quiet Whispers Ministry on the saint’s July 22nd feast day.
Happening this week at Blessed Trinity:
Wednesday, 7/30 – Helping Hands Food Pantry, 9:30 am-1:30pm in St. Charles Hall – Use Dewey Ave entrance
Thursday, 7/31 – Bingo upstairs in St. Charles Hall. Doors open at 6:30 pm; games begin at 8:00 pm
Friday, 8/1 – Recitation of the Rosary following 11 am Mass in Daily Mass Chapel
Summertime Means Sacred Space Sundays. Our church contains more than 2,000 Christian symbols by design. Members of our docent team will remain after Mass today to explain a few of them, so bring your curiosity and your questions. In honor of Bob Heicklen and the work of our discipleship committee, we encourage you to share the experience by inviting a friend to attend Mass with you. There will be additional “Sacred Space” opportunities on August 24 and September 28.
St. Mary of Magdala … “Him Whom My Soul Loves.” Many thanks to Carol Mullins of Quiet Whispers Ministry for her presentation in word and song on July 22nd, the Feast of St. Mary of Magdala. We also thank the almost forty people who attended the evening of reflection centered around the person and ministry of St. Mary of Magdala. The program was hosted by the Ladies Sodality off Blessed Trinity and supported by the Foundation of the Diocese of Buffalo. The evening ended with fellowship and refreshments, courtesy of the Sodality.
Blessed Trinity Welcomes Religious Conventioneers – On Sunday, July 27, we welcomed a group of thirteen representatives of the Religious Conference Management Assn. Representing Protestant congregations from Arkansas, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, New York and Tennessee, they and were in Buffalo as an “advance team” interested in bringing faith-based meetings and conventions to Buffalo. Accompanied by representatives from Visit Buffalo Niagara (“VBN”), our convention and visitors bureau, they visited Blessed Trinity and The Buffalo Religious Arts Center. We thank Mickey Dick, who represents our Landmark church as a member of VBN’s Industry Group, for accommodating our visitors with a guided tour.
Monday Evening Scripture Study will resume in September.
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.
Ss. Joachim & Anne
July 26
Stained glass depiction of the child Mary with her mother, St. Anne, in the left transept of our church.
Photo credit: Margaret Dick
Jul 19, 2025 | This Week
St. Mary of Magdala
July 22
Celebrate St. Mary of Magdala with us on her feastday, Tuesday, July 22, beginning in church at 7PM.
Photo credit: Gary Kelley
July 20 – July 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
Happening this week at Blessed Trinity:
Tuesday, 7/22 – Special evening if recollection, by Quiet Whispers Ministry at 7 pm in church: “St. Mary of Magdala: Leading us closer to Jesus, ‘Him Whom My Soul Loves’.”
Wednesday, 7/23 – Helping Hands Food Pantry, 9:30 am-1:30pm in St. Charles Hall – Use Dewey Ave entrance
Thursday, 7/24 – Bingo upstairs in St. Charles Hall. Doors open at 6:30 pm; games begin at 8:00 pm
Friday, 7/25 – Recitation of the Rosary following 11 am Mass in Daily Mass Chapel
Mary at the foot of the cross.
Photo credit: Margaret Dick
Celebrate St. Mary of Magdala with us at Blessed Trinity THIS Tues., July 22, at 7 PM as we welcome Carol Mullins of Quiet Whispers Ministry. “St. Mary of Magdala: Leading us closer to Jesus, ‘Him Whom My Soul Loves’,” is an evening of reflection centered around the person and ministry of St. Mary of Magdala. Discussion includes this saint’s misrepresentation throughout history, her contributions to the faith, and how modern-day Christians can follow her example of faith and action. There will be original music by Ms. Mullins and an identification of the saint’s appearances in our building’s artwork. The program is open to all and will end with fellowship and refreshments in St. Charles Hall. Free-will offering.
Sacred Space Sundays return on July 28! Our church contains more than 2,000 Christian symbols by design. Members of our docent team will remain after Mass to explain a few of them, so bring your curiosity and your questions. In honor of Bob Heicklen and the work of our discipleship committee, we encourage you to share the experience by inviting a friend to attend Mass with you. There will be additional “Sacred Space” opportunities on August 24 and September 28.
Monday Evening Scripture Study will resume in September.
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. James the Greater, Apostle
July 25
St. James is depicted in Joseph Mazur’s dome painting of evangelists and apostles. In this photo, James appears second from the right (with staff and canteen).
Photo credit: Gary Kelley
Jul 12, 2025 | This Week
Kateri Tekakwitha
July 14
The first Native American to be canonized a saint. The daughter of a Mohawk warrior and Catholic Algonquin woman, Kateri was born in a Mohawk fortress near Auriesville, New York. This woodcarving on the right (west) transept wall of our church was a gift of the Southtowns Woodcarvers of WNY.
Photo credit: Margaret Dick
July 13 – July 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
Happening this week at Blessed Trinity:
Wednesday, 7/16 – Helping Hands Food Pantry, 9:30 am-1:30pm in St. Charles Hall – Use Dewey Ave entrance
Thursday, 7/17 – Bingo upstairs in St. Charles Hall. Doors open at 6:30 pm; games begin at 8:00 pm
Friday, 7/18 – Recitation of the Rosary following 11 am Mass in Daily Mass Chapel
Saturday, 7/20 – Baptism/Sacraments Class for children/youth over 7 through teens at 1 pm in St. Charles Hall
St. Mary of Magdala
Celebrate St. Mary of Magdala with us at Blessed Trinity on Tues., July 22, at 7 PM as we welcome Carol Mullins of Quiet Whispers Ministry. “St. Mary of Magdala: Leading us closer to Jesus, ‘Him Whom My Soul Loves’,” is an evening of reflection centered around the person and ministry of St. Mary of Magdala. Discussion includes this saint’s misrepresentation throughout history, her contributions to the faith, and how modern-day Christians can follow her example of faith and action. There will be original music by Ms. Mullins and an identification of the saint’s appearances in our building’s artwork. The program is open to all and will end with fellowship and refreshments in St. Charles Hall. Please make a reservation to help us with food shopping. Email Nancy Langer at nmlanger [at] gmail [dot] com or call or text her at 716-984-5146 by Sun., July 13. Free-will offering.
Sacred Space Sundays return on July 28! Our church contains more than 2,000 Christian symbols by design. Members of our docent team will remain after Mass to explain a few of them, so bring your curiosity and your questions. In honor of Bob Heicklen and the work of our discipleship committee, we encourage you to share the experience by inviting a friend to attend Mass with you. There will be additional “Sacred Space” opportunities on August 24 and September 28.
Special thanks to Tom and Nik Brodfuehrer, the brave and the few, who turned out on Saturday, July 12, to mulch on parish gardens despite 90+ degree heat.
Monday Evening Scripture Study will resume in September.
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. Bonaventure (1221-74)
July 15
Depicted on the right in this mural at Blessed Trinity’s right side altar devoted to the Sacred Heart, Bonaventure’s devotion to the Sacred Heart “arose out of reverence for the Pierced Side of Christ and medieval devotion to the Five Wounds and the Heart of Jesus.” (Rev. Walter Kern’s Guidebook to Blessed Trinity R. C. Church, page 28).
Photo credit: Margaret Dick
Jul 6, 2025 | This Week
St. Benedict (c. 480-547)
July 11
St. Benedict, whose feast day the Church celebrates this week, is depicted as the kneeling figure in brown robe in a group of twelve figures identified as “Monks, Hermits, and Religious” in this dome painting by Buffalo-born artist Joseph Mazur.
Photo credit: Gary Kelley
July 6 – July 13, 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
Happening this week at Blessed Trinity:
Wednesday, 7/9 – Helping Hands Food Pantry, 9:30 am-1:30pm in St. Charles Hall – Use Dewey Ave entrance
Thursday, 7/10 – Bingo upstairs in St. Charles Hall. Doors open at 6:30 pm; games begin at 8:00 pm
Friday, 7/11 – Recitation of the Rosary following 11 am Mass in Daily Mass Chapel
This Week in Vacation Bible School, 10-11:45 am at Ss. Columba-Brigid:
Monday, 7/7 – The Buffalo Zoomobile visits. Campers: Think Adam & Eve as you encounter reptiles.
Tuesday, 7/8 – Will Jonah be swallowed by the whale?
Wednesday, 7/9 – Will Daniel survive the lion’s den?
Thursday, 7/10 – More animal encounters at the on-site petting zoo. Plus, a photo op with the Good Shepherd.
St. Mary of Magdala
Celebrate St. Mary of Magdala with us at Blessed Trinity on Tues., July 22, at 7 PM as we welcome Carol Mullins of Quiet Whispers Ministry. “St. Mary of Magdala: Leading us closer to Jesus, ‘Him Whom My Soul Loves’,” is an evening of reflection centered around the person and ministry of St. Mary of Magdala. Discussion includes this saint’s misrepresentation throughout history, her contributions to the faith, and how modern-day Christians can follow her example of faith and action. There will be original music by Ms. Mullins and an identification of the saint’s appearances in our building’s artwork. The program is open to all and will end with fellowship and refreshments in St. Charles Hall. Please make a reservation to help us with food shopping. Email Nancy Langer at nmlanger [at] gmail [dot] com or call or text her at 716-984-5146 by Sun., July 13. Free-will offering.
Sacred Space Sundays return on July 28! Our church contains more than 2,000 Christian symbols by design. Members of our docent team will remain after Mass to explain a few of them, so bring your curiosity and your questions. In honor of Bob Heicklen and the work of our discipleship committee, we encourage you to share the experience by inviting a friend to attend Mass with you. There will be additional “Sacred Space” opportunities on August 24 and September 28.
Monday Evening Scripture Study will resume in September.
Congratulations to Spencer Schroeder and Nate Sperandeo who came to the Table of the Eucharist for the first time last Sunday, June 22, at Blessed Trinity. Spencer and Nate were joined by Shawn Outen, Awut Dut, Easton Mansour and Noah Palmer who made their First Communion at our other Family 21 parishes. We offer our prayers of gratitude for all of them and their families.
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.
Jun 28, 2025 | This Week
“And so I say to you. you are Peter….I will give you the keys to the Kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven; and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.”
Mt. 16:18-19.
St. Peter is depicted in Joseph Mazur’s dome painting of evangelists and apostles. In this photo, he appears on the right with keys.
Photo credit: Gary Kelley
June 22 – June 29, 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
Dr. Ferguson (foreground) welcomes visitors from Blessed Trinity to Michigan St. Baptist Church on June 21, 2025.
Photo credit: Margaret Dick
Happening this week at Blessed Trinity:
Wednesday, 7/2 – Helping Hands Food Pantry, 9:30 am-1:30pm in St. Charles Hall – Use Dewey Ave entrance
Thursday, 7/3 – Bingo upstairs in St. Charles Hall. Doors open at 6:30 pm; games begin at 8:00 pm
Monday Scripture Study has concluded and will resume in September.
St. Mary of Magdala
Celebrate St. Mary of Magdala with us at Blessed Trinity on Tues., July 22, at 7 PM as we welcome Carol Mullins of Quiet Whispers Ministry. “St. Mary of Magdala: Leading us closer to Jesus…,” is an evening of reflection centered around the person and ministry of St. Mary of Magdala. Discussion includes this saint’s misrepresentation throughout history, her contributions to the faith, and how modern-day Christians can follow her example of faith and action. There will be original music by Ms. Mullins and an identification of the saint’s appearances in our building’s artwork. The program is open to all and will end with fellowship and refreshments in St. Charles Hall. All we ask are reservations and a free-will offering. Email Nancy Langer at nmlanger [at] gmail [dot] com or call or text her at 716-984-5146 by Sun., July 13. This weekend’s bulletin also includes a flyer for this event. If you frequent a local library, senior center or a business with a bulletin board, please ask them to post it for you.
Sacred Space Sundays return on July 28! Do you ever stare at a particular word or design in our church and wonder why it’s there? Here is your chance to find out. Members of our docent team will remain after Mass to explain a few of the more than 2,000 Christian symbols contained in the art and architecture of our sacred space. In honor of Bob Heicklen and the work of our discipleship committee, we encourage you to share the experience by inviting a friend to attend Mass with you. There will be additional “Sacred Space” opportunities on August 24 and September 28.
Congratulations to Spencer Schroeder and Nate Sperandeo who came to the Table of the Eucharist for the first time last Sunday, June 22, at Blessed Trinity. Spencer and Nate were joined by Shawn Outen, Awut Dut, Easton Mansour and Noah Palmer who made their First Communion at our other Family 21 parishes. We offer our prayers of gratitude for all of them and their families.
Michigan St. Corridor Tour – A group of twelve parishioners enjoyed a field trip to the Michigan St. Corridor and tours of the beautifully restored Michigan St. Baptist Church (Est. 1849) and the Nash House Museum on Saturday morning, June 21. Our thanks to Dr. Janice Ferguson and Ms. Sharon Holley who introduced us to the church and museum, respectively. The both were extremely knowledgeable, imparting a great deal of information about the church, its history and personages, as well as its longest serving pastor, Rev. J. Edward Nash, Sr. We also thank our Ladies Sodality for organizing the tour and acknowledge the support received from the Fr. Reger Education Foundation.
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.
June 29 is the feast of the apostles, Ss. Peter & Paul. Both are depicted in Joseph Mazur’s dome painting of evangelists and apostles. In this photo, St. Paul is the center figure, directly behind St. Bartholomew’s sword.
Photo credit: Gary Kelley
