Press Release: Initiative to Re-envision the Catholic Church of Western New York

The purpose of the initiative is to strengthen the impact of the Church’s many ministries, support the healing of victim survivors of abuse, and to promote a culture of co-responsibility among laity, clergy and religious members in carrying out the work of evangelization and service. 

“We have no more urgent priority than to reassert the vital relevance, role and tremendous impact of our Catholic faith in serving so many needs across Western New York,” said Bishop Scharfenberger. “The very harsh realities that have caused so much hurt and disappointment and damaged credibility in recent years must in no way obscure the vitality of our parish communities. It is in these vibrant parish families that we see such remarkable determination to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ in conspicuous ways that lift and empower others, while creating hope and opportunity among those most in need. This initiative to bring about renewal across our Diocese is all about creating greater reliance on one another, and creating even greater impact by combining our resources and harnessing the abundant expertise, talent and zeal of our people to bring about immense good.”

Read the full Press Release at https://bit.ly/DiocesanRenewalInitiative