About St. John Gualbert · Cheektowaga, New York
St. John Gualbert in Cheektowaga, New York, is a historic Catholic parish and the official Diocesan Shrine of the Holy Relics of the Saints in the Diocese of Buffalo. Founded in 1917, the parish cherishes its Polish heritage while welcoming all who seek reverent worship, sacred music, and a warm spiritual family. Its church houses the second-largest relic shrine in the United States, drawing pilgrims and visitors to its remarkable collection of over 1,250 first- and second-class relics. Today it worships as part of the Greater East Buffalo Family of Parishes under the pastoral care of Reverend Cole Webster.
- Established
- 1917
- Patron
- St. John Gualbert
- Rector
- Reverend Cole Webster
- Diocese
- Diocese of Buffalo
Why belong here
A parishioner-centered community rooted in Polish Catholic heritage, offering reverent liturgy, outstanding sacred music, and the unique spiritual treasure of one of the nation's largest relic shrines.
Mass times at St. John Gualbert
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Our Mission
To honor and uphold the rich tapestry of Catholic tradition while celebrating the profound beauty of Polish heritage and culture. Through sacred music, reverent worship, and traditional values, the parish seeks to rekindle hope and inspire the faithful.
Relic Shrine
The shrine houses over 1,250 first- and second-class relics, making it the second-largest relic shrine in the United States. Notable pieces include a first-class relic of each apostle, a relic of the True Cross, and a piece of Mary’s veil.
- Adopt A Relic Initiative preserves relics for future generations
- Certificates of authenticity accompany the collection
Staff and Leadership
The parish is served by clergy and dedicated lay leaders.
- Reverend Cole Webster — Pastor of the Greater East Buffalo Family of Parishes
- Reverend Jacek Mazur — Parochial Vicar
- Barbara Myszkiewicz — Secretary
- Zyggy Laskowski — Maintenance and Building Upkeep
- Michael Zachowicz — Organist; Parish Council Member
- Jane Roland — Parish Trustee; Parish Council Member; Stewardship Pillar
- David Killian — Parish Trustee; Parish Council Member
- Sue Serwan — Parish Council Member
- Marybeth Krohl — Parish Council Member
- Maryanna Moskal — Parish Council Member
- Karen Pszczolkowski — Parish Council Member; Liturgy Pillar; Spiritual Pillar