Italian heritage in Buffalo

Rome the majestic capital of Italy and the whole World.

We all know of the Roman Empire.

Rome is a symbol of Italy in the World. We have always needed symbols.

In a time when symbols are torn apart, will Italy still have symbols abroad?



Sometimes a symbol doesn't necessarily need to be a Statue. It can be something that represents history, culture, and the community.

The Italian-American community could never be represented better by the St.Anthony of Padua Church, right in Buffalo.

Founded by the missionaries of St.Chales Barromo(The "Scalabrini" Fathers) this Church has not only been a beacon of Catholicism in New York, but also a pivotal place of help and support. From the good care of migrants to refugees over time.

After all, what makes so great a Church is the Community more than what is preached in...