FAITH FORMATION-
NOT JUST FOR KIDS ANYMORE
OFFICE HOURS are by appointment! Please feel free to call at any time.
716-256-2598
See our Family of Parishes calendar to get all the up-to-date information on programs and liturgical opportunities.
Celebrate Women’s History Month with Family 21 at the movies! At 3 PM on March 10, we’ll meet at AMC Theater, 639 Main St. in Buffalo for Cabrini. This powerful movie about an incredibly strong woman and Catholic saint was filmed in Buffalo with scenes inside Blessed Trinity. After the movie join us at “The Bar” (downstairs in Blessed Trinity’s parish hall) for food and beverage. This event is sponsored in part by the Fr. George Reger Faith Formation Fund. Free-will donations are appreciated. Please sign up in church or by contacting us now as tickets are limited.
Fr. Jud’s Reflection on Peace for December 31, 2023.
Pacem in terris Pope St. John XXIII
Pope St. Paul VI “war, never again.” Speech to the United Nations
Links for November 18 KYF & CRS Spotlight
Link for Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Spotlight
Just War According to the Catholic Church
Links for November 5 KYF
Links for October 22 KYF
A Catholic Perspective on Assisted Death
New York Civil Liberties Position on Assisted Death
Links for October 8 KYF:
Death Penalty Information Center
Please contact Pat Dyer for links older than 3 months.
Scripture Studies:
Gospel of Mark: Join our regular Bible Study every Tuesday from 4-5 PM via Zoom: Click Here
Join Fr. Gabe and the group from Ss. Columba-Brigid via Zoom on Thursdays. Contact the office at Columba-Brigid to be added to their email list for a link.
Check out the Life Resources Page Here: https://blessedtrinitybuffalo.org/life-resources/
Faith Formation Year for our Family of Parishes 2023-24 newsletter is now available. Click here!
Family Faith Formation – All ages and grade levels meet at Ss. Columba-Brigid. Enjoy a meal together with separate sessions for children and adults. We get back together for a family “project.” Books for public school and preschool children will be distributed at this meeting. Our next session is Thursday, March 7 at 6:00 PM – parish hall at Ss. Columba-Brigid. This is open to all. Supper included.
Confirmation – This is a two-semester program – All students and Baptized adults who have not yet been Confirmed are welcome to join us for Session I beginning in March 2024. Please contact the parish office to join us. Candidates are encouraged to bring their sponsor. Session II begins in September 2024 with Confirmation in November 2024. A service project and retreat are required.
Family Camping – We had a wonderful time. See you next year!
Baptism Preparation – Please contact the rectory to register for a session to help you prepare for the baptism of your child under 7 years old. A baptism class for parents wishing to have a child under the age of 7 baptized will be held February 7, 2024, 6:30 PM at St. Martin de Porres in the conference room. Registration for this class is preferred. Contact your parish office. Sessions are held three times a year. Contact Pat Dyer (BT) for more information. Fee is $16.00.
Religious Education Pre-Kindergarten through High School – Please fully complete the registration form. Children over age 7 who have not been baptized will also enroll in RCIA-Children. Parents are required to attend the quarterly sessions with their children and are expected to worship with one of our Family of Parishes and complete their at-home assignments. All classes begin with a light supper at 5:30 PM at Ss. Columba-Brigid. Contact Pat Dyer (BT) for more information. Fee is $10/child. Maximum fee is $50 per family.
First Communion – Children who worship with one of our Family parishes and are in at least the second grade are welcome to prepare to join us at the Table of the Lord. We begin with supper at 6:00 PM. Parents attend with their children. All classes will be held at Ss. Columba-Brigid for 2024. Contact Pat Dyer (BT) or Debbie Obstarczyk (STL) for more information.
Adult and Adolescent Conversation Starter Series
Contemporary topics of major importance are presented throughout the year, sometimes in conjunction with other organizations. Held at one of our parishes. Watch for announcements. Contact Pat Dyer (BT.) No fee.
Scripture Studies
Virtual from BT via Zoom. Featuring the Gospel of Matthew – Tuesdays at 4 PM. Link above,
Thursdays at 6 PM via Zoom with Fr. Gabe – contact Ss. Columba-Brigid for a Zoom Link.
Sundays at 10 AM in-person at Ss. Columba-Brigid. No class the last Sunday of the month.
Tuesdays In-person at SMdP – dates vary. Contact Barrett Fletcher for more information or call SMdP.
No fees.
RCIA
This is a five-week class that discusses the rites themselves and is held in the spring prior to Baptism, Holy Communion, and Confirmation. The classes offer similar content but are geared to different age groups. Please sign-up for Children (age 7 to 15) or Adults (age 16 and up.) Both classes are held at CB. Children should also enroll in our K-8 religious education program and adults in Alpha. Adults will be enrolled in other programs dependent upon their existing level of understanding and participation. No fee.
Adults who have been baptized but have not received the other sacraments are encouraged to speak with one of our group leaders. They will be able to help you decide what type of preparation, if any, is needed.
Prayers
Prayers for First Communion, First Reconciliation and Confirmation
WEBSITES WORTH A LOOK
BUSTED HALO – Very teen and young adult friendly
USCCB – Current topics Older teens and adults
Holy Heroes – Activities for pre-school and school age children
Teaching Catholic Kids – From Our Sunday Visitor
WISH LIST
- Construction paper & glue sticks
- Crayons – both mixed colors and multicultural skin colors
- Hole punch, Children’s scissors & chalk
- Yarn, ribbon & cord
- Lunch food for kids meetings, snacks for adult programs
- Push pins & poster putty &Puppets
- Bright colored cotton or cotton blend fabric
- Sponsor a child’s textbook $22
- Four mixed bags of jelly beans