Welcome to Our Lady of Pompeii Roman Catholic Parish

Our Lady of Pompeii Roman Catholic Parish is dedicated to the Blessed Mother Mary under the special title,
"Our Lady of Pompeii." In the spirit of truth and love, we strive to faithfully follow the command of Christ
to spread the Gospel and dispense the sacraments to all those God sends to our doors.
Thank you for taking the time to visit Our Lady of Pompeii!

SCAM ALERT - There is someone texting in the name of Father David (and other priests of the Diocese asking that you purchase a gift card for him to give to someone who has cancer or is in the hospital or to purchase a gift card on E-Bay and he will reimburse you. 

THIS IS A SCAM AND NOT A TRUE REQUEST FROM FATHER DAVE.  Please disregard the message and do not return the call.  Thank you.

Priest Administrator
Rev. David Richards

​Find other Catholic resources at Evangelizebuffalo.org

Looking for local young adult activities in the Diocese of Buffalo? Check out . . . havefaithbuffalo.com

To contact any of the Rectory Staff through website, please go to the "Location" tab and fill out a contact form.
Free resources pertaining to substance abuse treatment​:
Resources for Seniors - Available care options and programs that can help maintain the independence and quality of life for seniors
Parish Office Hours:
Monday through Thursday - 9 am - 4:30 pm; Friday - 9 am - noon
​Office - 716-683-6522

EMERGENCIES OR ANOINTING
Please call 683-6522, ext. 105 day or night

MASS TIMES
Sunday anticipatory Mass - 4:30 pm Saturday evening
Sunday - 8:30 am, 10:00 am and 11:30 am 
Daily Mass at 8:00 am - Mon, Tues, Wed and Fri; 6:30 pm Monday thru Friday

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
First Friday of the month - noon - 6:00 pm

CONFESSION
Thursday - 6:00 - 6:30 pm
Saturday - 3:30 - 4:30 pm

BINGO
SS Peter and Paul Auditorium (Laverack Ave)
First Saturdays-7:00 pm; Sundays-7:00 pm;
Tuesdays-7:00 pm

I understand now that charity consists in bearing with the faults of others, in not being surprised
at their weakness, in being
​edified by the smallest acts of virtue we see them practice.
-St. Therese of Lisieux
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Act as if everything depended on you; trust as if everything depended on God."
— St. Ignatius of Loyola
LETTER TO A SUFFERING CHURCH
A few weeks ago, Father Dave and the parish made Bishop Robert Barron's book available to all parishioners.  On October 29th, Deacon John will offer a presentation and lead a discussion on the book and our response as People of God; People of Faith. 
Using Bishop Barron's book as a guide, he will present various aspects and implications of the crisis and the options we have in responding to the situation and begin healing and spiritual growth. 
October 29th at 7 PM in the Marian Room.  All are invited and encouraged to attend.

Photos of Recent Events at Our Lady of Pompeii Parish
Forgiven - An Evening Reflection
Summer 2019 Youth Group - "Messy Games"
2019 "Mass in the Grass"
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Holy Name Society
Spring 2019 Meat Raffle
Father Bob Owczarczak Ordination/First Mass
First Communion 2019
OLP Youth Group at LifeTeen CoveCrest in Georgia
​- July 2019
Confirmation 2019
Semi-Annual Spaghetti Dinner
- March 10, 2019 -
Paschal Tridium -
April 18-April 20, 2019
Summer Bash 2019 with Badlands
Advent and Advent Giving Tree 2018

October is the Month traditionally dedicated to the Holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

What consolation the Rosary brings. Remembering the mysteries of Christ’s life and Our Lady’s life, we repeat Hail Mary after Hail Mary. Indeed, the mysteries of the Holy Rosary- joyful, sorrowful, glorious and luminous- are the mysteries of our own lives as well. As we pray the Rosary, we beg Our Lady to draw us closer to him who is our Light. We remember seeing parents and grandparents so often praying their rosaries, “telling their beads” as some referred to this devotion. We remember as well that for many saints the Rosary was an indispensable part of their daily prayer.
From the Desk of the Parish Secretary
Have you changed your address or have a cell phone that is your primary phone number?  Have you recently married and have not registered at OLP as a couple?  If your email has changed or you have not yet registered your email with the Church Office, please contact the Church Office so that we can update our computer records and be of more service to your needs. Please notify the office at 716-683-6522, ladyofpompeii@yahoo.com or visit us during office hours to let us know of your changes or your need to register.​

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
Have you been asked to be a Sponsor for a child being baptized or a child making their confirmation? For those who have been asked to be sponsors at Baptism or Confirmation, we gladly issue recommendations for registered parishioners who: 
  • attend Mass regularly
  • have been Confirmed
  • if married have done so in conformity with the laws of the Church
  • if they are parents, are sending their children to Catholic School or Religious Education (grades 1 - 10)
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​Are You Catholic?
Do you have questions about the Catholic Faith or how one becomes Catholic?  Call Deacon Greg at 716-683-6522. ext. 125. You can also learn more about the Catholic Church and how one becomes Catholic here.

YOUR HELP NEEDED - We are looking for parishioners to work once a month at our Sunday Bingo. Are you able to give 3 hours of your time once a month?  If interested, please call Donna during business hours at 716-683-6522 ext. 101.
Click HERE for Commemorative Issue of
Our Lady of Pompeii School Newsletter - June 2014

PRAYER FOR THE HOLY FATHER

​Almighty and everlasting God, have mercy upon Thy servant, Pope Francis, our Supreme Pontiff, and direct him, according to Thy loving kindness, in the way of eternal salvation; that, of thy gift, he may ever desire that which is pleasing unto thee and may accomplish it with all his might. Through Christ Our Lord. Amen. Our Father. Hail Mary.