Our Services

  • Sunday Worship Schedule

    Sunday morning service is at 10:30.

    Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month.

    University Church is mask optional in worship and fellowship activities.

    Our Sunday morning service is marked by a warm and engaging atmosphere. Both the pipe organ and the piano are used to accompany the chancel choir or soloists, as well as congregational singing. Music includes hymns and songs from across the history of the Church, from ancient times through the twenty-first century, including music from around the globe that reflects the diversity of the Christian church and of our own church family. An opportunity is given for worshippers to share joys and concerns for the pastor to include in the pastoral prayer.

    For those who wish to participate from home, the 10:30 Sunday morning service is live-streamed on our YouTube Channel.

  • Adult Education is being conducted via Zoom each Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. These classes are led by the pastor, congregational members, and sometimes guest teachers, and feature a diversity of topics such as Bible studies, matters of faith and belief, contemporary issues, and mission projects around the globe.

    A message with a link to the class is sent out via email each week. Anyone who wishes to attend can call (716-836-7660) or email (office@upcbuffalo.org) the church office and request that their email address be added to the list.

  • Christian marriage is understood as "a gift God has given to all humankind for the well-being of the entire human family." In the Reformed Christian tradition, marriage is understood as "a covenant in which God has an active part, and which the community of faith publicly witnesses and acknowledges." (Presbyterian Directory for Worship)

    Thus, when asking the Pastor of this church to conduct a marriage ceremony, you are asking for a worship service in which God's blessings are acknowledged and sought. Participating in such a service demonstrates that you have a vital faith in God and a sincere desire to understand and live up to the meaning of Christian marriage.

    It is a privilege to share in this meaningful moment with you.

    For more information on our wedding services, click here.

  • Baptism is the sign of our incorporation into Christ and of God's covenant of love and grace for all people. Baptism summons us to respond to God's grace through how we live our lives, calling us to follow the Way of Jesus Christ.

    As all ages are included in God's covenant of love, The Presbyterian Church (USA) baptizes both adults as well as infants/children. Baptism is celebrated in a service of public worship where the congregation as a whole assumes responsibility for nurturing the baptized person in the Christian life. To honor the promises made by the individual, the parents, and the congregation, baptism is administered to those who are active participants in our congregation or another Christian community. 

    If you are considering baptism for yourself or your child, we invite you to speak with our pastor,  to worship with our congregation, to become active in our ministries, and to consider whether University Presbyterian Church might become your spiritual home.

  • Funeral Services at University Presbyterian Church

    At University Presbyterian Church, we understand that losing a loved one is a deeply personal and challenging experience. Our funeral services are designed to provide comfort, support, and spiritual guidance during this difficult time.

    Our church offers a dignified and respectful setting for memorial and funeral services, accommodating families and friends who wish to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased. Services can include scripture readings, prayers, hymns, eulogies, and opportunities for reflection and community support.

    We work closely with families to personalize the ceremony according to their wishes and faith traditions, ensuring that every service is meaningful and expressive of the life being remembered. Our pastoral staff is available to offer counseling, help with planning, and provide ongoing pastoral care.

    To arrange a funeral service or to receive more information, please contact our church office. University Presbyterian Church is committed to walking alongside you in your time of grief, offering hope and peace through faith.
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