We are looking forward to the day that we can officially open up our Church to public Masses. However for the time being we are limited to live stream Masses only. While the government has been recently lifting restrictions, we will be following the directives from our local Diocese and Bishop Scharfenberger as to when we are allowed to hold public Masses. We have a committee working to ensure that we have all of the...
Dear Parishioners, As we mark over two months struggling with this coronavirus pandemic and hear and read about it in the news, our lives and families have been disrupted immeasurably. We read about the number of deaths throughout the world; rules about six feet of distance and wearing of masks; no visitors to hospitals or nursing homes; no gatherings in churches for sacraments and prayer; and the stress and anxiety affecting families and most all...
It has been a long-standing Catholic tradition to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary in May. St. Amelia Church held a special virtual May Crowning on Friday May 1st presenting Mary with a crown, a litany of prayers and songs to signify her queenship as the mother of Christ, the King. In most Catholic churches (and even in many Catholic homes), a “May Altar” is erected with a statue or picture of Mary, flowers, and perhaps candles. The altar...
We will have a special live stream service for the crowning of the Blessed Virgin Mary on Friday May 1st at 3pm on our website: www.StAmelia.com. Special prayers and Litany of Songs to Mary will take place along with the Decade of the Rosary and the Crowning of Mary. Listed below you will find the Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary prayers along with a special video prayer too. After services, should you wish to...
MASSES FOR THE WEEK Monday, June 1 8:00 a.m. All Parishioners Living & Deceased by Fr. Sibby 10:30 a.m. John & Nancy Maghrak by Family Tuesday, June 2 8:00 a.m. Sister Sheila Ann Burke by Regina Burke 10:30 a.m. Rev. Peter Santandreu (Anniversary of Ordination) Wednesday, June 3 8:00 a.m. Connie Pierro by Rick and Sharon Darisse 10:30 a.m. Paul Griffin by...
We are all dealing with a lot during this #coronavirus pandemic. Many of us have questions, need prayer and support. Please join us right here at https://stamelia.com/ via live stream for a special question and answer session: “Six Feet from Everything”, hosted by Fr. Peter Santandreu every Wednesday evening at 8pm. Please email any questions or concerns you may have during this most difficult time to Fr. Peter at psantandreu@stamelia.com
In light of the serious health risks to vulnerable populations posed by the novel coronavirus, and to prevent widespread infection, Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger has temporarily dispensed the Catholic faithful from the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days during the coronavirus threat. Until further notice, Catholics of the Diocese of Buffalo should use their prudent judgment as to whether or not to attend Mass. Older adults, people with underlying medical conditions, and...
Looking for ways to keep the Faith while Quarantined?? Family Movie nights / Resources for Holy Week /Faith formation/religious education resources for your children of all ages / and animated movies for younger children or grandchildren as we pass the faith along to them. St. Amelia has a Formed parish subscription so that our parishioners can tap into these amazing family-friendly Catholic resources! In addition to the very popular Symbolon series, you will now be...
We offer our sincere condolences to Fr. Sibby and his family upon the passing of his mother, Connie Pierro. Connie resided on the second floor at McAuley Residence in Kenmore, NY and sadly was diagnosed, after her 85th birthday with the coronavirus on April 27th. Under the care of Catholic Health, she was moved from McAuley Residence to Absolute Care in Orchard Park where COVID-19 nursing home patients were treated. She later passed on May...
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We read in the Book of Proverbs: “She is clothed with strength and dignity; shecan laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instructions is on her tongue.” Ephesians 31 As we gather on this Mother’s Day Weekend, we as a Parish Family ask blessings upon all Mother’s Living and Deceased. We pray Loving God, as a mother gives life and nourishment to her children, so you watch over your Church. Bless...
Thank you all for joining us virtually for Mass each week during this coronavirus pandemic. Fr. Sibby and Fr. Peter have been celebrating Mass for us for weeks now, but they do this in front of an empty church. Let’s show them our appreciation by joining in our St. Amelia Virtual Mass Mob! This weekend (April 25 and 26) or next (May 2nd and 3rd) as your family is at home watching Mass virtually, take...
Thank you to everyone who entered our Last Supper Re-enactment contest. We had many wonderful entries, but we would like to recognize the Top 5 here on our website. Congratulations to all! May God bless you during Lent, Holy Week, and the Easter Season. Mrs. Waite St. Amelia Youth Ministry
“Blessings and Joy; and May the peace and love of Jesus Christ be with you always” My dear Parish Family, crisis and pandemic are words we hear and read about daily in relationship to the coronavirus epidemic that has affected our church, school, parish community, diocese and the world. It has caused great stress and anxiety to many and affected countless lives and families in regards to their health as well as employment, education, church...
2nd Sunday of Lent Genesis 12:1-4a2 Timothy 1:8b-10Matthew 17:1-9 The story of the Transfiguration maps out some steps we need to take in our journey of prayer. First, we must climb the mountain; second, we must look upon Jesus; and third, we must go back down the mountain to tell others what we have seen. First, we must climb the mountain. Before revealing his glory to Peter, James, and John, Jesus leads them up a high mountain....
Genesis 2:7-9; 3:1-7Romans 5:12-19 OR 5:12, 17-19Matthew 4:1-11 Kichijiro is a supporting figure in Martin Scorsese’s 2016 drama/history movie, Silence. In the movie, Kichijiro is a Japanese guide who serves and accompanies the French Jesuits, Frs. Rodriguez and Garupe. The Jesuits go to Japan on a mission to find their lost mentor, Fr. Ferreira, who has been rumored to have committed apostasy. Kichijiro is a cowardly drunkard who denies being Christian and betrays his visitors...
What is it that tempts you the most? Is it an action, a person, or a place? It is something that seems innocent enough, like a food, a drink, or an event? When you really start reflecting, you find that there are many temptations all around. Even if you are strong and never succumb to a certain temptation, it is still there waiting for a weak moment in your life. One difficultly in the life...
When a new store or restaurant opens in the area, there can be quite a buzz. People want to see what the place is like. If the establishment is lucky, a positive word of mouth can spread all over the area. The challenge then becomes keeping that buzz alive. If people start to think that the new place is not as good as advertised or they had hoped, the crowds will dwindle and soon the...
The Lord’s Day
Vigil Mass: Saturday 4:30 pm
Sunday: 7am, 9am, 11am
Daily Mass Schedule
Monday – Friday: 8am & 10:30am
Saturday: 8:00 am
Monday-Thursday 8:30 am-7:00 pm
Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Saturday 8:30 am-2:00 pm
To Contact the Parish office
Telephone: 716-836-0011
Fax: 716-832-5439
Email: Rectoryoffice@stamelia.com
Mailing Address:
210 St Amelia Drive, Tonawanda, New York 14150
Church Address:
2999 Eggert Road, Tonawanda, New York 14150
Saturday at 1:00 pm
Monday & Wednesday at 7:15 pm
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We offer care for children while their parents attend the 9:00 and 11:00 Sunday Masses. Parents simply need to bring their children to the school, about twenty minutes before Mass. This service is directed by Kids Kampus, a state-licensed child care provider, and is for children from six months thru six years. After registering, parents leave their cell phone number so that if necessary they can be contacted in church. We recognize that many families prefer to have their young children attend church with them, and our Crying Room and Children’s Liturgy of the Word will continue to help them.