Diocesan Publications

Learn about the focus of various print and electronic publications produced by the Diocese of Western New York and how you can submit your church's news and information.

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Get Communications Help

To schedule a meeting about any aspect of parish communication with communication officer Laurie Wozniak email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 716-881-0660, ext. 22.

Communicating Faith in the 21st Century - Fr. Matthew from Laurie Wozniak on Vimeo.

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Helping our churches communicate beyond the borders of their current church membership.  Download Communication Outreach Grants: Guidelines & Application Format

Event Kits include organizational ideas and loads of resources to make the sponsorship of a special event a breeze.

Tips for Adding Parish Events to the Diocese's Online Calendar (418.46 Kb)

Tips for Talking to Reporters When a Big Story Breaks (198.32 Kb)

Tips for Publicizing your Church's Special Events

Tips for Contacting the Media (212.69 Kb)

Tips for Writing a News Release (71.06 Kb)

Churchspeak Online - a glossary of terms commonly used in the Diocese of WNY

Religion Stylebook for Journalists - from the Religion Newswriters Association

Sharing your Congregation's Good News: A Guide to WNY Media (429.37 Kb)

Possible projects for your church to consider:

From The Episcopal Church Images. Logos and Shields