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
- 9:30am
- 7:00pm
Campus Mass - 7:00 PM
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
March
March 4-12: Annual Novena of Grace in honor of St. Francis Xavier. Novena prayers will be offered at the daily 12:05 Mass and Sunday 9:30am Mass
March 18: Di Gamma Honor Society Induction Ceremony 7:00pm
April
April 2 HOLY THURSDAY: No 12:05 Mass on this day.
Mass of the Lord's Supper and Washing of the Feet 7:00pm. Chapel is open for prayer until 11pm
April 3 GOOD FRIDAY: Chapel opens at Noon for personal prayer.
Confessions 1:00 - 2:00pm
Liturgy of the Lord's Passion 3:00pm
Outdoor Way of the Cross (weather permitting) 7:00pm
April 4 HOLY SATURDAY: Chapel is Closed all day until 5:00pm
The Vigil Mass of Easter with Sacraments of Initiation 6:00pm
April 5 EASTER SUNDAY: Mass 9:30am NO 7:00pm mass
April 15: Ignatian Scholarship Day
April 23: Alpha Sigma Nu Induction Ceremony 7:00pm
April 27: Canisius Chorale Spring Concert 7:00pm
May
May 3: 9:30am and 7:00pm Masses Blessing of Students for their Exams
May 14: Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord: Mass at 12:05
May 15: Baccalaureate Mass for the Class of 2026 4:30 PM
May 25: Memorial Day National Observance. Chapel is closed NO 12:05 Mass