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OPEN DOORS MINISTRY

The mission of our ministry is to welcome all members into our parish community in the spirit of inclusiveness exemplified in Jesus's life and teaching.

With joy, we strive to serve people in our community who have special needs. Everyone should be able to participate fully in the life of the Church!

We meet at 2pm on the first Friday of each month via Zoom call.  All are welcome!

IN THE NEWS

Saint Bernadette has been recognized for making those with special abilities feel welcome.  Here are two stories about how we include everyone in our family of faith.

If you would like to be added to our email distribution list for information on upcoming events, please contact Paula Potteiger at 716-649-1051 or cozmo3631@gmail.com

CONTACTS:

PAULA POTTEIGER

Chairperson

cozmo3631@gmail.com

(716) 649-1051

SHARON URBANIAK

Faith Formation Director

sharonu@saintbopny.org

(716) 648-1720 ext. 3

OUR ACCOMMODATIONS:

ACCESSIBLE ENTRANCES

   AND PARKING

At all main entrances and

   throughout the campus.

OPEN PEW SPACES

So that those who use walkers

   and wheelchairs can sit among

   the congregation.

ASSISTED LISTENING 

TECHNOLOGY

Sound from the priest, lector, 

  and choir can be delivered to 

  your headphones through your

  iPhone or Android device 

  through the AudioFetch app.

INCLUSIVE MASSES

Masses which are shorter, less

   crowded, and have softer

   music.

SENSORY ROOM

With rocking chairs, adjustable

   speakers, and other features

   to assist those with autism.

LOW GLUTEN HOSTS

Available at each mass.

RESOURCES:

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT /
LOAN CLOSETS

Lions Clubs and other local 

  organizations that accept and 

  lend medical equipment and

  assistive technologies.

FAITH FORMATION

Dedicated groups for young

   people with disabilities.

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