From Father Michael's Desk
Stations of the Cross During Lent
Join us every Friday during Lent at 7 p.m., in the church for Stations of the Cross led by St. John’s Holy Name Society. Masks and social distancing required. All are welcome.
The annual observance of Lent is the special season for the ascent to the holy mountain of Easter. Through its twofold theme of repentance and baptism, the season of Lent disposes both the catechumens and the faithful to celebrate the paschal mystery. Catechumens are led to the sacraments of initiation by means of the rite of election, the scrutinies, and catechesis. The faithful, listening more intently to the word of God and devoting themselves to prayer, are prepared through a spirit of repentance to renew their baptismal promises” (Ceremonial of Bishops, 249).
During these Lenten days may we read, reflect, and put into practice more fully the call of the scriptures that touch our hearts and challenge our lives with renewal and conversion from sin. May we journey as a faith community accompanying each other in prayer, support, and presence in Church or from home during our time of Lent.
Father Michael
Welcome Bishop Michael W. Fisher, 15th Bishop of Buffalo
On behalf of the St. John the Baptist Parish Community, it is my pleasure to welcome our new shephard, Bishop Michael W. Fisher, who was installed Friday, Jan. 15, at St. Joseph Cathedral. Please join me in praying for Bishop Fisher as he begins his ministry. May he follow the example of Jesus, the Good Shepherd, as he ministers with many to build the Kingdom of God in faithfulness and love.
Father Michael
Job Posting
Our parish currently has an opening for the Business Manager. This is a full-time position that reports directly to the pastor. Learn more about the position here.
Ellwood Fire Company supports St. John the Baptist Food Pantry
Welcome to St. John the Baptist Parish!
Our Mission
St. John the Baptist is a Roman Catholic parish founded by St. John Neumann where God is loved and present in the liturgy, the sacraments and the community, faith is enriched through our teaching and experiencing the gospel, all are welcome in the spirit openness, and generosity and charity is extended through our ministry to all.
St. John Neumann Museum
The St. John Neumann Shrine Museum is open to the public. Anyone wishing to see our recently renovated Chapel or the St. John Neumann Archives Room can call the Rectory at 716-873-1122 to schedule a tour.
Our Parish Staff
- Rev. Michael Parker, Pastor
- Sr. Jolene Ellis, OSF, Pastoral Associate
- Cheryl Brinker, Director of Music
- Jenny Bainbridge, School Principal
Contact Us
St. John the Baptist R.C. Church
1085 Englewood Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14223
Phone: 716-873-1122
Fax: 716-873-3305
E-mail: [email protected]
Now Accepting Online Donations
St. John's now allows you to manage your giving ONLINE using a credit/debit card. It is easy and allows you to set up automatic recurring contributions. This will help your weekly offerings to continue on an uninterrupted basis when travel, illness, or other circumstances prevent you from attending Mass.
PLEASE NOTE:
If you sign up for a recurring donation, your weekly envelope mailing will be canceled (saving us the cost of these mailings is one of the many benefits of joining this program.) However, this change process submitted to our Envelope Supplier may take up to two to four months to take place. Therefore, you may still receive envelopes sent to your home for several months until the mailing cancellation has been processed.
If you are planning to use this program periodically to select Non-Recurring, Special Collections, or Specific Donations, you will still receive parish envelope packets mailed to your home. If you no longer wish to receive the Envelope Packet Mailing to your home, please call the Rectory Office at 716-873-1122 to cancel your envelopes.
To get started, click here, then select Create Profile to the right.
Simply follow the on-screen instructions to create a profile and to schedule your contributions. Any questions, please contact Carla Mazurek at [email protected]
Thank you for your generous support!
Streamed Mass
Video will "Go Live" Saturday at 4:00 PM and be available for viewing afterward.
Mass Times
8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Saturday:
8:30 a.m.
Saturday Vigil:
4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Sunday:
8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 12:00 p.m.
Confessions:
Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m.
Adoration in the Chapel:
Monday - Friday, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Holy Hour in the Chapel:
Sunday 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Rectory Office Hours
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
(Rectory is closed for lunch between 12:00-1:00 p.m.)
Saturday:
9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
Sunday:
Closed
We Are Called to Share of Ourselves
If you're looking to get involved in the parish, there are plenty of opportunities to volunteer within our wonderful community. Perhaps you'd like to join one of our many ministries and parish organizations? Or would you prefer to participate in the Mass? Helping hands are always needed.
Please click here for information regarding altar serving, Eucharistic ministry, choir, and ushering.
You may also navigate the above tab labeled Ministries/Volunteer for Parish Ministry Information.
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