The Episcopal Church Welcomes You!!

The Diocese of Western New York is comprised of the seven most western counties in the state: Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans and Wyoming. This area of roughly 5423 square miles is bounded on the north by Lake Ontario, on the west by Lake Erie, on the south by Pennsylvania, and on the east by the Diocese of Rochester.

Within our boundaries, approximately 6,800 adult communicants worship in 52 different congregations. Our diocesan staff work out of offices located in Tonawanda. St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral graces the heart of downtown Buffalo. 

As members of the Diocese of Western New York, we are part of The Episcopal Church and the worldwide Anglican Communion.

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Welcoming Congregations

The Diocese of Western New York is made up of a wide variety of worship communities, some large, some small, some traditional, some contemporary, and all shapes and sizes in between.

You are sure to find a home in the Episcopal Church

All are welcome. No exceptions.

Diocesan News

Standing Committee Develops New Discernment Process for Congregations Considering Property Sales

The Standing Committee of the Episcopal Diocese of Western New York has begun work to strengthen and reform the process through which congregations consider the sale of church property. While diocesan canons already require Standing Committee consent for the sale or transfer of real property, members have been reflecting on how that responsibility might be…
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Compassion Not Cruelty

Are YOU concerned over governmental actions in recent years that have promoted cruelty, violence, hatred, massive wealth for the few, and promoted Christian Nationalism principles as the only true religion for America? Then read on. There may be a way to parlay your Gospel beliefs into positive actions to share and activate with others in…
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