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Catholic Churches in Amherst, New York

St. Leo the Great

Diocese of Buffalo

Directions

Address

885 Sweet Home Road
Amherst, NY 14226

About St. Leo the Great

Guided by the vision of "Nurturing Faith, Building Community: A Journey of Generations," St. Leo the Great on Sweet Home Road in Amherst is a vibrant Diocese of Buffalo parish led by Pastor Rev. David Bellittiere. Daily morning Masses, a Saturday vigil, and two Sunday Masses support seven ministry areas spanning spiritual formation, youth education, pastoral care, and community outreach.


St. Leo the Great is a Roman Catholic parish in Amherst, New York, part of the Diocese of Buffalo. The parish offers Mass 9 times per week, including Sunday at 9 AM and 11 AM. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

9 AM
11 AM

Monday

8 AM

Tuesday

8 AM

Wednesday

8 AM

Thursday

8 AM

Friday

8 AM

Saturday

8 AM
4 PM

Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.

Programs & Ministries

Faith Formation & Religious Education

Faith Formation

Faith Formation Registration: Registration forms have been emailed out to all last year’s participants for both St. Leo’s and St. Benedict and is available online. Anyone from the parish community is

Generations of Faith

Faith Formation Generations of Faith program. Anyone from the parish community welcome to take part, especially students and families with school age children.

Young Adult Ministry

Young Adult Professionals (YAP)

18-40

Young Adult Professionals - young people ages 18-40 are welcome. Recent activity included Burgers, Bonfire and Brews night at St. Benedict's backyard.

Young Adults

Schedule: Tuesday

Young Adult Professionals): YAP will have a Burgers, Bonfire and Brews night next Tuesday, August 29th, in St. Benedict’s backyard. Young people ages 18-40 are welcome – come and bring a friend! Faith

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at St. Leo the Great?

St. Leo the Great Mass times: Sunday at 9 AM, 11 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Friday, Thursday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Leo the Great?

Yes, St. Leo the Great celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 4 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Does St. Leo the Great have daily Mass?

Yes, St. Leo the Great offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 8 AM.

Where is St. Leo the Great located?

St. Leo the Great is located at 885 Sweet Home Road, Amherst, NY 14226. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.