Our Mission
We are an intentional Catholic Faith Community formed in the Jesuit tradition and guided by Ignatian spirituality. We welcome and we embrace all of God’s people. With prayer, worship and a discerning spirit, we journey to discover what God is calling us to be.
Christ the King Chapel
The historic Christ the King Chapel, located on the Canisius University Campus, is our worship center and our spiritual home. All people of all faith backgrounds are welcome to join us for worship, prayer and community. The Chapel is generally open from morning to night. All are welcome to visit, rest, pray and discern their relationship with God in our Chapel. Groups are welcome to gather in the Chapel for many types of community events by contacting our staff.
Our Staff
Fr. Frederick G. Betti, S.J. Chaplain
Office: 716-888-2875 / Cell: 716-572-8377
@email
Deacon Gary Andelora, Sacramental Minister/ Faith Formation
Office: 716-888-2425
Masses, Liturgies and Sacrament Celebrations
Faith Community Liturgies continue throughout the year and are not limited to the Academic schedule of the University. Adjustments will be announced.
Mass Schedule
Sunday Masses
Sundays, June 28 through August 23, our morning Mass will be at 9:00 a.m. at Riverfest Park, 249 Ohio Street, Buffalo, NY 14204.
Please bring your own lawn chairs. Seating is not provided by the park.
- Parking is available across the street.
- 7:00pm (year-round, Christ the King Chapel)
Weekday Masses in Christ the King Chapel
- Monday-Friday 12:05 PM
Confessions
- Monday and Friday 11:00 - 12 (or by appt. if arranged with staff)
Friday Devotions
- Adoration 11-12
- Sacred Heart Prayers after the 12:05 Mass
- Anointing of the Sick after Mass
Communion Calls: Contact Fr. Betti
Mass Intentions: for weekday and Sunday Masses may be arranged by contacting Fr. Betti
Memorial Masses: Contact Fr. Betti
Weddings in the Chapel: The Sacrament of Marriage in the Roman Catholic Rite only may be celebrated in the Chapel. For requirements, schedules and other details please contact Deacon Gary Andelora @ 716-888-2425,
Baptisms: Please contact Fr. Betti to arrange for the celebration of this Sacrament of Initiation.
Joining Our Faith Community: All are welcome to join us for our Masses, prayer and liturgies. If you wish to register to join our community and receive regular notifications please contact Fr. Betti or pick up a registration form in the Chapel on our community info table.
Getting Involved in the Community: We welcome the participation of our community in celebrating our worship services. We welcome lectors, trained ministers of the Eucharist, Hospitality Ministers, social event helpers, musicians, vocalists, Chapel care cleaners etc. For more information speak to Fr. Betti after our Masses or contact him in the office.
Stewardship: We are grateful for and depend on the generosity of our community. Free Will collections are taken at our Sunday Masses. Envelopes are also provided at the doors of the Chapel. If you wish to have your weekly donations recorded please indicate this on our envelopes.
Seasonal, One time or planned giving may be discussed with Fr. Betti.
Calendar of Events
September
11th: Prayer Vigil to Commemorate the 25th Anniversary of the tragedy of 9/11
12:45. Outside Christ the King Chapel
16th: Mass of the Holy Spirit. 10:00 AM CKC
27th: Griff Weekend Mass for all Alumni and Families
9:30 AM Faith Community Mass. CKC
October
4th: Sunday Masses 9:30 and 7:00 in honor of the 800th Anniversary of the Death of St. Francis of Assisi with the Blessing of all Animals and Pets.
5th: Blessing of all Animals and Pets 2:45 outside CKC
12th: Chapel is Closed for the Campus Holiday. No 12:05 Mass
November
1st: ALL SAINTS DAY MASS at both Sunday Masses. 9:30 AM and 7:00 PM. With remembrance of All Souls
2nd. ALL SOULS MASS at 12:05 pm.
26th. THANKSGIVING DAY MASS. 9:30 AM with light brunch. All families and Alumni are welcome.
29th FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT: Blessing of the Advent Wreath and Campus Manger at both Masses.