Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Joan Barron, Wanda Bartczak, Judy Battaglia, Charlie Basil, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Tim Bohen, Maria Borowski, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Mary Ann Corbett, Dennis Dee, Ronald Donnelly, Silvana Dorner, Nancy Eberhard, Paul Eberhard, Jerry Fasolino, Sister Dorothy Feltz, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Mae Grana, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, Debbie Hamby, Joseph Hartnett, Maryanne Hook, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Mary Jane Kersten, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, Kim Kuhn, Meg Kujawa, Richard LaMendola, Barbara Liebler, Lily LoTempio, Anne Lundy, James Mahoney, Marie Marzolino, Eileen McCarthy, J. Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Maureen Michaels, Linda Moretuzzo, Jerry Miano, Teresa Newland, Madison Okiec, Robin Oxenford, Peggy Page, Shelly Palmisano, Josephine Paolucci, Irene Papiz, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Joseph Pohrte, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Judy Rexinger, Lynne Scalia, George Schanzer, Margaret Kathleen Scherrer, Marie Schmidt, Marcia Sickau, Connie Smith, Bill Smith, Benjamin Smith, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Katherine Studer, Grace Suozzi, Lottie Swiatek, Phil Teller, Debbi Testa, Elizabeth Thomas, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Jason Walczak, James Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Paul Whelan, Ronald White, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind, and Helen Wnek;

… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially: Judith Bell (sister of Carol Eberz);

To Be Put on the Prayer List: Our policy regarding praying for the sick will be strictly adhered to. The ill person must want to be on our list and prayed for in Church, and it can be reported to us only by an immediate family member. We appreciate your consideration in this matter.

The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Tuesday, August 18 at 7:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Li-brary. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Dr.

Bowling begins on Tuesday, September 8 at 10:00 a.m. at Tonawanda Bowl Center. It is a fun league, no sanction fee and we allow for vacation time, etc. If you are interested in joining us, or for information call: Marge Riso at 839-4150, or Luci Grieco at 836-6564.

July 27, 2008 - Regular Collection - $11,541.25

July 26, 2009 - Regular Collection - $11,895.50

August 3, 2008 - Regular Collection - $13,660

August 2, 2009 - Regular Collection - $14,092

WEDDING BANNS

2nd - Kara Fahey and Ryan Danison

2nd - Kaitlin Buchheit and Thomas Peters

Dora (Chung) and Jon Herdlein who were married in our Church on Saturday, August 1. We wish them God’s blessings and happy life together.

Are you or someone you know in one of the following categories? (1) Never Baptized; (2) Baptized Catholic but never received First Eucharist and/or Confirma-tion; (3) Baptized in another Christian faith but now would like to investigate the Catholic faith; (4) Interested in refreshing and/or updating your information about the Catholic faith.

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults may be for you. RCIA is a journey taken by adults who are interested in the Catholic faith. Learn about the Creed, the Ten Command-ments, Sacraments, and Prayer. Members of our Parish community help to instruct, guide and share their faith dur-ing this process.

You are invited to join us this fall beginning, Sunday, September 20, at 9:00 a.m. in the Church Library. For more information call Renée at the Rectory at 839-1430 ext. 221 or email at rvilla@ctksnyder.com.

Fr. Corapi will be making his first and only public speak-ing appearance in 2 years at the HSBC Arena in Buffalo on August 15. Joining him will be Raymond Arroyo of EWTN and master of ceremonies, Jerry Usher. Sponsored by The Station of The Cross 101.7 FM, Catholic radio. Get info and register at www.fathercorapilive.com or call 888-223-6000

The Parish Rosary Chain is made up of a group of parishioners who pray a decade of the rosary daily for special requested intentions. If you have an intention for the Rosary Chain, or you would like to become part of the Rosary Chain Ministry, call Irene Wingerter at 632-0646. The Rosary Chain is ideal for those who wish to keep their intentions private.

There will be a School Uniform Exchange after all the Masses today, for CTK School families. All are welcome to stop by the Chapel Meeting Room (downstairs near the Lower Church) and take what you need for your children for the Fall. The clothing is gently used (sometimes new!) and cleaned, and is available for any families who are in need of uniform clothing for your children. Starting the week of August 2, please check our school website: www.myctkschool.com for an updated Uniform Exchange Inventory list. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Marie Therese Kersten at 833-3813. If you have any uniforms that you wish to donate, feel free to bring them to the Uniform Exchange. Thanks to all and enjoy the rest of your Summer!

The Diocese of Buffalo will once again honor couples who will observe their 50th, 60th or 70th wedding anniversaries in 2009, with a special Mass in St. Joseph’s Cathedral on Sunday, October 18, at 3:00 p.m. If you are interested in participating in this Mass, and the reception which follows, call the Rectory at 839-1430. 4

Two massive health care reform bills that President Obama and Democratic Congressional leaders are hoping to pass carry with them provisions for sweeping pro-abortion mandates, including federal funding of abortion and mandated abortion insurance coverage for both public and private insurance plans. These provisions will not only override any current state laws, but will force all employers to either offer or subsidize health insurance that covers abortions. They also run contrary to the sentiments of the American public: a May 2009 Gallup poll finds 51% of Americans calling themselves pro-life on the issue of abortion and a total of 73% of Americans agree that abortion should be either completely illegal or limited to only certain cir-cumstances.

Currently, energy and prayer expended in opposing the "Freedom of Choice Act" (FOCA) has thus far been successful. However, the most dangerous pro-abortion elements of FOCA are included in the current proposed health care plans.

RETROUVAILLE is a program for troubled marriages. A marriage is more than one that "works out", or one that just survives. If you feel that your marriage is sink-ing or needs a lifeline, let Retrouvaille help. The next scheduled weekend is September 25-27. For more info, call the Office of Family life at 847-2210. For reserva-tions call 652-7138.

SEPARATED? DIVORCED or facing a divorce? DivorceLINK, an organization of those who know the pain you are feeling. You are invited to join us at St. Gregory’s Church on Sunday, September 27, at the 12:30 p.m. Mass to celebrate Divorce LINK’s 30 years of ministry to the separated and divorced with Rev. Joe Gatto. A reception will follow, and info and resources will be available. For more information , email the Office of Family Life at familylife@buffalodiocese.org or 847-2210, or

NEED HELP WRITING ANNULMENT PAPERS? Get it done in one weekend on Friday, August 21, from 7 -10 p.m. and Saturday, August 22, from 8 am-3 pm in St. Gregory the Great School Cafeteria on Maple Road. The $20 registration fee includes snacks, lunch and supplies. To register, call Barbara Wyse at 633-7786.

AFTER THE DEATH OF A LOVED ONE, Storm Clouds and Rainbows is a support group for children, teens and their caregivers which meets at the Life Transition Center, 150 Bennett Road in Cheektowaga for 8 consecutive weeks on Wednesday from 6:30-8:00 p.m. from September 30 to November 18. Participants must talk with the group facilitator before attending. For information or to register call 836-6460.

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand: (716)854-9725

Senator Charles Schumer: (716) 846-4111

District 26: Representative Chris Lee: (716)634-2324

Come unburden yourself before Our Lord in the Eucharistic Adoration Chapel. Tell Jesus your concerns, your troubles. Experience the peace …Any questions, please contact Kathy at 839-9223, or kmgallson@roadrunner.com; and Linda at yerkefam-ily@verizon.net or 839-1889; with any questions.

Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands.

Protect them as they protect us.

Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need.

And bless us with peace.

We ask this in the name of Jesus, Our Lord and Savior. Amen

Tuesday and Friday: Rosary prayed for World Peace

Wednesday: Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests

Thursday: Rosary prayed for Life

Sister Mary Anne Weldon, RSM will offer a practical life-giving presentation guiding care-givers one and all, on a journey of relating to a loving God through the challenges of coping with grief and loss. This unique presentation is part of the lecture series for the bereaved sponsored by the Office of Family Life Ministries and Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of Buffalo. This FREE event will be held on Wednesday, September 16, from 7-8 p.m. at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Kenmore. For more information, call 817-873-6500.

2:00 p.m. WEDDING Kelly Bochynski and

Christopher Decker

Lower 4:30 p.m. John Harder, Sr. and John Harder Jr.

- Virginia Harder

Lower 10:00 a.m. Agnes Lorenzo - Family

Upper 12:15 p.m. Jack Barrett - Family

8:00 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione

8:00 a.m. Mary Horan-Roach and Paul Horan

- The Horan Family

8:00 a.m. Nick Dusenberry - Family

8:00 a.m. Gladys Georger - Family

8:00 a.m. Deceased members of the Schwab and

Murphy Family

SAT., August 15 - Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary 4:30 p.m. Marian Gallson - Family

Lower 10:00 a.m. Brian Sullivan - Meggan and Carol

Upper 12:15 p.m. Maureen Grundtisch and son Gary - Family

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading – Proverbs 9:1-6
2nd Reading – Ephesians 5:15-20
Gospel – John 6:51-58

NEXT SUNDAY: Twenty First Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading – Joshua 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b
2nd Reading – Ephesians 5:21-32
Gospel – John 6:60-69

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Joan Barron, Wanda Bartczak, Judy Battaglia, Charlie Basil, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Tim Bohen, Maria Borowski, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Mary Ann Corbett, Dennis Dee, Ronald Donnelly, Silvana Dorner, Nancy Eberhard, Paul Eberhard, Jerry Fasolino, Sister Dorothy Feltz, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Mae Grana, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, Debbie Hamby, Joseph Hartnett, Maryanne Hook, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Mary Jane Kersten, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, Kim Kuhn, Meg Kujawa, Richard LaMendola, Barbara Liebler, Lily LoTempio, Anne Lundy, James Mahoney, Marie Marzolino, Eileen McCarthy, J. Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Maureen Michaels, Linda Moretuzzo, Jerry Miano, Teresa Newland, Madison Okiec, Robin Oxenford, Peggy Page, Shelly Palmisano, Josephine Paolucci, Irene Papiz, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Joseph Pohrte, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Judy Rexinger, Lynne Scalia, George Schanzer, Margaret Kathleen Scherrer, Marie Schmidt, Marcia Sickau, Connie Smith, Bill Smith, Benjamin Smith, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Katherine Studer, Grace Suozzi, Lottie Swiatek, Phil Teller, Debbi Testa, Elizabeth Thomas, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Jason Walczak, James Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Paul Whelan, Ronald White, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind, and Helen Wnek;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends;
…victims of natural disasters;
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the conflicts in the Middle East;
…peace on earth.

Help us keep our list current. Let us know when we may remove a name. Also, any person being placed on the list must give their permission. Call the Rectory Office at 839-1430. Thank you
To Be Put on the Prayer List: Our policy regarding praying for the sick will be strictly adhered to. The ill person must want to be on our list and prayed for in Church, and it can be reported to us only by an immediate family member. We appreciate your consideration in this matter.

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS
The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Tuesday, August 18 at 7:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Li-brary. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Dr.

CHRIST THE KING WOMEN BOWLERS
Bowling begins on Tuesday, September 8 at 10:00 a.m. at Tonawanda Bowl Center. It is a fun league, no sanction fee and we allow for vacation time, etc. If you are interested in joining us, or for information call: Marge Riso at 839-4150, or Luci Grieco at 836-6564.

PARISH ROSARY CHAIN
The Parish Rosary Chain is made up of a group of parishioners who pray a decade of the rosary daily for special requested intentions. If you have an intention for the Rosary Chain, or you would like to become part of the Rosary Chain Ministry, call Irene Wingerter at 632-0646. The Rosary Chain is ideal for those who wish to keep their intentions private.

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH
Weekly Offering / Week Ending
August 10, 2008 - Regular Collection - $13,740
August 9, 2009 - Regular Collection - $12,560
Thank you for your support!

WEDDING BANNS
1st - Amanda Karyus and Christopher Cataldi
3rd - Kara Fahey and Ryan Danison
3rd - Kaitlin Buchheit and Thomas Peters

CONGRATULATIONS TO …
Kristen (Marzello) and William Lynch; and Kelly (Bochynski) and Christopher Decker; who were mar-ried in our Church last weekend. We wish them God’s blessings and happy life together.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING …
Benjamin Andrew Koppmann, son of Lara (Wutz) and Thomas Koppmann; and
Kaitlyn Elizabeth Pokorski, daughter of Alanna (Garbatowicz) and Brian Pokor-ski; who were baptized in our Church last

CTK School News
We still have openings in Pre-K 3, Kindergarten,
Grades 1, 2, 3, 4, and 7 with limited availability for the 2009-2010 school year. |

School will resume on Wednesday, September 2.

CTK School Safety Committee: Amherst Alarm has
completed installation of an updated alarm system in our school. We wish to extend our thanks to Father John and the Parents Guild for moving this project forward. Also, thank you to the people of the Parish for their sup-port of the May Appeal. Upon return to school in Sep-tember, our children will be protected by an excellent system that we all can be proud of.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Registration is now closed for the 2009-2010 school year. If you are new to the parish, please call the Rectory Office for information.

The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated at Christ the King Church on Sunday, October 25, at the 12:15 p.m. Mass by Rev. Msgr. David Slubecky.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3596)
Youth Group Meeting – September 13 – 11:00-12:00 Noon in the Church Library. All high school teens are invited to join us at this first meeting of the new school year. Find out about our group and some of the activi-ties scheduled for the fall. A special invitation goes out to interested freshmen. We look forward to seeing eve-ryone! And of course, refreshments will be served!

EXPLORE YOUR FAITH
▶St. Joseph Center for Spirituality is offering a new certificate program for people interested in becoming Prayer Guides for the Exercises of St. Ignatius. Starting in September, the 10 month program consists of the following courses that will meet on Thursday nights from 7-8:30 pm at the Center. The Center is located at the Sisters of St. Joseph Residence, 4975 Strickler Rd. just off Main St. in Clarence. Please call to register 759-6893 x 408.

▶Catholic Biblical Studies Program will be starting in September. Each September, individuals like you begin this serious Bible study, and go on a spiritual journey they did not know was possible. Classes will be at the following locations: St. Bernadette, 5930 South Abbott Rd, Orchard Park on Tuesday evenings, 7-9 / St. Stephen, 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island on Wednesday evenings 7-9 pm / and Ss. Peter and Paul, Williamsville on Thursday mornings, 10:30-12:30 p.m. Call 871-9180 or visit www.cbstudies.org to register.

▶Christ the King Seminary’s new class schedule for the fall semester includes expanded programming at the Semi-nary’s new satellite locations in Batavia and Lockport. Sev-eral continuing education classes are being offered on a va-riety of topics for those people wishing to enrich their faith. For those pursing or considering a graduate level theologi-cal degree, a full course schedule for the fall is also available. Details can be found at www.cks.edu. For registration or more details contact the Academics department at 655-7081.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT ...
How much time do you spend with Our Lord each week?
How much time at work?
How much time watching TV?

The Adoration Chapel is located at the top of the stairs, when entering the Church at the archway between the Church and the School. These doors are unlocked from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily. Please feel free to make a visit to the Chapel. You do not need to be a scheduled adorer in order to come and pray.

Any questions, please contact Kathy at 839-9223, or kmgallson@roadrunner.com; or Linda at 839-1889 or yerkefamily@verizon.net ; with any questions.

MOVIE REVIEW LINE
The Catholic Communications Campaign provides a na-tional movie review line for parents who want to know if a current movie is for family viewing. To learn about the story line and content of a movie from a Catholic perspec-tive call 1-800-311-4CCC

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE CATHOLIC?
Are you or someone you know in one of the following categories? (1) Never Baptized; (2) Baptized Catholic but never received First Eucharist and/or Confirmation; (3) Baptized in another Christian faith but now would like to investigate the Catholic faith; (4) Interested in refreshing and/or updating your information about the Catholic faith.
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults may be for you. RCIA is a journey taken by adults who are interested in the Catholic faith. Learn about the Creed, the Ten Commandments, Sacraments, and Prayer. Members of our Parish community help to instruct, guide and share their faith during this process.
You are invited to join us this fall beginning, Sunday, September 20, at 9:00 a.m. in the Church Library.
For more information call Renée at the Rectory at 839-1430 ext. 221 or email at rvilla@ctksnyder.com. 4

HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED. Hospice Buffalo is committed to bring the best in end-of-life care to patients and families in Erie County. Daytime, evening and weekend hours are available. Call 989-2018 for information.

AREA EVENTS
▶12th Annual Great Corn Roast - Tuesday, August 18 - 3:00-8:00 p.m. at Donald Spoth Farm, 2715 Tonawanda Creek Rd., Amherst. Come and enjoy corn, hot dogs, tractor rides, games, fiddlers, Chinese Auction. Benefits St. Luke’s Mis-sion of Mercy. Call Rosie at 688-1395 for information.

▶Natural Family Planning - Introductory Session at Sisters Hospital on Saturday, August 22, at 10:30 a.m.

▶Mt. St. Mary Academy (3756 Delaware Ave.) hosts Sunday at the Circle Music Festival on Sunday, August 23, from 1-7 p.m. Free Admission, great food and drink and a Theme Basket Raffle.

▶RETROUVAILLE is a program for troubled marriages. The next scheduled weekend is September 25-27. For more info, call the Office of Family life at 847-2210.

▶DivorceLINK, an organization for those who are suffering the pain of being separated or divorced. You are invited to join us at St. Gregory’s Church on Sunday, September 27, at the 12:30 p.m. Mass to celebrate Divorce LINK’s 30 years of ministry. For more information, contact the Office of Family Life at call 847-2210, or to familylife@buffalodiocese.org.

HOW TO START THE ANNULMENT PROCESS
Don’t know how to begin the annulment process? There will be an Annulment writing Workshop, Friday, August 21, from 7 -10 p.m. and Saturday, August 22, from 8 am-3 pm in St. Gregory the Great School Cafeteria on Maple Road. The $20 registration fee includes snacks, lunch and supplies. To register, call Barbara Wyse at 633-7786.

VOCATION VIEW
The Gospel asks for us: “How can Jesus give us His flesh to eat?” Our lack of knowledge does not prevent us form be-ing lured into the mystery. The mystery makes it all the more appealing when we say in faith, “My Lord and my god!” In faith we can respond also to God’s invitation to be His priest, deacon or religious. If you can, call Father Wal-ter Szczesny at 847-5535. You can also check out the “Priest of the Month” stories on our website –

ELECTRONIC GIVING – Secure and Easy.
An Electronic Giving Solution provides an accurate way for you to donate to our parish. Those who use electronic giving have peace of mind because their offering always reaches their parish! To learn more, call the office at 839-1430, and information can be sent out.

A single sunbeam is enough to drive away many shadows.
—St. Francis of Assisi

IS THERE A TRIP IN YOUR FUTURE???
Yankees-Blue Jays Game - Saturday, September 5 in To-ronto - Buses leave St. Amelia’s at 10 a.m., game at 1 pm, home by 7 pm. $40 includes bus, transportation and game ticket. Call St. Amelia’s Rectory at 836-0011.
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Washington D.C. -October 12-15- with Fr. David Bialkowski, as spiritual director visit the Na-tional Shrine, Franciscan Holy Land Shrine, Mother Seton Shrine in Emmitsburg, and many of our nations historic landmarks. For information call Jackie Hardic at 854-5510.
Trip to England and Scotland - October 26 - November 6 - Join Fr. Tom Maloney and his “roamin’ Catholics” on a tour of Scotland and England. For information and a brochure call Mike Collins at 832-7085.
A Trip to Lancaster, PA, Amish Country - December 1, 2 & 3 - See 3 great shows and visit Father Pio’s Shrine. Call Val at 692-1899 or Shirley at 686-1923 for more information.
10-Day Pilgrimage to the Holy Land (Israel), April 20-29, 2010. Cost is $2,499 plus taxes & tips out of NY. For more information or to request a brochure, and to view the itinerary, go to www.mpbangola.org/trips/Israel2010, or call Fr. Matt Nycz at 549-0420, Most Precious Blood Church, Angola, NY.
Trip to Oberammergau to see the Passion Play - June 16-29, 2010. Msgr. Richard Siepka, pastor of St. Andrew’s Church, Kenmore is leading this trip to Germany, Austria and Switzerland, highlighted by the wolrd famous Oberammergau Passion Plan. $4,299 cost includes air fare from New York, deluxe accommodations, and most meals,. Call 873-6716 for more information.
Austrian Delight - August 10-18, 2010. Join St. Joseph University to visit Munich and enjoy a panoramic tour featuring the glockenspiel and Olympic Park, Barvrian Alps, the Weis Church, Neuschwanstein Castle and the Passion Play in Oberammergau. Reservations requried by September 1. Double occupancy $3,699. For more information contact Sister Jeremy Midura at 833-0298 x 314 or jmidura@stjosephbuffalo.com.

GRIEF AND SPIRITUALITY OF DEMENTIA
Sister Mary Anne Weldon, RSM will offer a practical life-giving presentation guiding care-givers one and all, on a journey of relating to a loving God through the challenges of coping with grief and loss. This unique presentation is part of the lecture series for the bereaved sponsored by the Office of Family Life Ministries and Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of Buffalo. This FREE event will be held on Wednesday, September 16, from 7-8 p.m. at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Kenmore. For more information, call 817-873-6500. 5

WILL YOU TAKE A STAND FOR LIFE WITH BISHOP KMIEC?
CTK Church is co-sponsoring this month's Rosary No-vena Mass for Life on Saturday, August 29 at 8:00 a.m., cele-brated by Bishop Edward Kmiec, at St. Rose of Lima Parish (between Parker & Winston). After Mass, Bishop Kmiec welcomes all to peacefully and prayerfully walk to the local abor-tion clinic, silently praying the rosary for mothers, fathers, their unborn children and the ultimate end to abortion. And a greater respect for all human life. They will then return to the Church for closing prayers where a coffee social will be offered in the school hall. Pray with the Bishop at the clinic and be a Catholic witness to life! For more information call the Office of Pro-Life Activities 847-2205

CAN’T KNIT? THERE ARE OTHER OPTIONS …
CTK Parish is very proud to have an active group of women & men, who knit / crochet prayer shawls for those who need to know of God’s comforting and healing pres-ence. If you can’t knit a prayer shawl, would you be able to provide others with the needed yarn? 3 full skeins of yarn in the same color is needed to create a prayer shawl. The yarn may be dropped off at the Rectory. If you can knit and you’d like to come, the weekly group meets every Wednes-day evening, in the Church Library from 7-9 pm. Ques-tions? Call the Rectory at 839-1430. This ministry makes giving, feel so good!

PRAYERS AFTER 8:00 a.m. DAILY MASS
Monday: The Miraculous Medal Novena
Tuesday and Friday: Rosary prayed for World Peace
Wednesday: Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests
Thursday: Rosary prayed for Life

MASS INTENTIONS
SAT., August 15 - Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary 4:30 p.m. Marian Gallson - Family

SUN., August 16 - Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. Angelo Tirone - Helen Tirone
Lower 10:00 a.m. Brian Sullivan - Meggan and Carol
Upper 12:15 p.m. Maureen Grundtisch and son Gary -
Family

MON., August 17 - Weekday, 20th Week in Ordinary Time
8:00 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione

TUES., August 18 - Weekday, 20th Week in Ordinary Time
8:00 a.m. Joseph B. Flynn - Mike and Betty Flynn

WED., August 19- John Eudes, priest
8:00 a.m. Lucille Reeves - Kathy Reeves
O’Donnell

THURS., August 20 - Bernard, abbot and doctor
8:00 a.m. Bernis Whalen - Margaret and Ken
Brechtel

FRI., August 21 - Pius X, pope
8:00 a.m. Joan V. Pike - Ken and Sharon Koller
and Family

SAT., August 22 - Vigil for 21stSunday in Ordinary Time
4:30 p.m. Daniel Santercole - daughter, Elaine
Santercole

SUN., August 23 - Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. John and Margaret Donnelly - Family
Lower 10:00 a.m. Msgr. Francis Schwartz - Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. Edward J. McAuley - E.J. Terhaar

ONE-WAY DRIVEWAYS
In the spirit of safety, please observe the one-way driveway designations for the parking lot between the Church and the School. Enter the parking lot using the driveway on Main Street, and Exit the parking lot using the driveway onto Lamarck Drive. Every-one’s cooperation will help make our complex safer.

40 DAYS FOR LIFE
This fall, from September 23 to November 1, Buffalo will unite with cities all across the U.S in the Fall 2009 nationwide 40 Days For Life campaign. This campaign is a focused pro-life campaign with a vision to access God’s power through prayer, fasting, and peaceful vigil to end abortion in America. The 40 Days For Life campaign is made up of 3 key components: (1) Prayer and Fasting: people of faith throughout our city and across the country join together for 40 days of fervent prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. (2) Peaceful Vigil: standing for life through a 40-day peaceful public witness outside the local Buffalo WomenServices, 2500 Main St. building in North Buffalo. (3) Community Outreach: taking a positive pro-life message to every corner of our city through media efforts, church and school outreach, petition drives and public visibility.
All those interested in participating in this fall’s 40 Days for Life Campaign are invited to a general meeting at Christ the King Church on Saturday, August 29, from 7:00-8:30 in the Chapel Meeting Room

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS

TODAY: Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time

1st Reading – Joshua 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b

2nd Reading – Ephesians 5:21-32

Gospel – John 6:60-69

NEXT SUNDAY: Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

1st Reading – Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8

2nd Reading – James 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27

Gospel – Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

IN YOUR PRAYERS…

…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:

Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Joan Barron, Wanda Bartczak, Judy Battaglia, Charlie Basil, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Tim Bohen, Maria Borowski, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Mary Ann Corbett, Dennis Dee, Ronald Donnelly, Silvana Dorner, Nancy Eberhard, Paul Eberhard, Jerry Fasolino, Sister Dorothy Feltz, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Mae Grana, Fran Growe, Bob Grossman, Marcia Grundtisch, Pamela Gunther, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, Debbie Hamby, Joseph Hartnett, Maryanne Hook, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Mary Jane Kersten, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, Kim Kuhn, Meg Kujawa, Richard LaMendola, Barbara Liebler, Lily LoTempio, Anne Lundy, James Mahoney, Marie Marzolino, Eileen McCarthy, J. Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Maureen Michaels, Linda Moretuzzo, Jerry Miano, Teresa Newland, Madison Okiec, Robin Oxenford, Peggy Page, Shelly Palmisano, Josephine Paolucci, Irene Papiz, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Joseph Pohrte, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Judy Rexinger, Lynne Scalia, George Schanzer, Margaret Kathleen Scherrer, Marie Schmidt, Marcia Sickau, Connie Smith, Bill Smith, Benjamin Smith, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Katherine Studer, Grace Suozzi, Lottie Swiatek, Phil Teller, Debbi Testa, Elizabeth Thomas, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Jason Walczak, James Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Paul Whelan, Ronald White, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind, and Helen Wnek;

 

…those among us who have died, our relatives, parishion-ers & friends;

Donald Grundtisch (brother of Glenn Grundtisch);

…victims of natural disasters;

…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;

…our service men and women and their families;

…all who have died in the conflicts in the Middle East;

…peace on earth.
 

Help us keep our list
current. Let us know when we may remove a name. Also, any person being placed on the list must give their permission. Call the Rectory Office at 839-1430. Thank you

To Be Put on the Prayer List: Our policy regarding praying for the sick will be strictly adhered to. The ill person must want to be on our list and prayed for in Church, and it can be reported to us only by an immediate family member. We appreciate your consideration in this matter.
 

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH

Weekly Offering / Week Ending

August 17, 2008 - Regular Collection - $11,197

August 16, 2009 - Regular Collection - $11,784

Thank you for your support!

 

WEDDING BANNS

1st - Deborah Aquilina and Cory Johnson

1st - Sandra Torrell and Michael Braunstein

2nd - Amanda Karyus and Christopher Cataldi

 

“MY FAMILY KEEPS ASKING ME TO BECOME A MEMBER OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH!”

“Originally I began the (RCIA) process for my husband and children, but in the end I am glad I did it for myself. Not only do I now have an understanding of the Catholic faith, I met great people in the process.”

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults - RCIA - is a rite of acceptance into the Catholic Faith Community. Adults journey with team members to hear their stories and learn more about the Catholic faith. The process helps to prepare candidates for the Sacraments of Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation and First Eucharist. If you or some-one you know wish to inquire further about the Catholic faith, you are invited to join us this fall beginning Sunday, September 20th at 9:00 a.m. in the Church Library. For more information call Renée at the Rectory at 839-1430 ext. 221 or email at rvilla@ctksnyder.com.

ONE-WAY DRIVEWAYS

In the spirit of safety, please observe the one-way driveway designations for the parking lot between the Church and the School. Enter the parking lot using the driveway on Main Street, and Exit the parking lot using the driveway onto Lamarck Drive. Everone’s cooperation will help make our complex safer.

CHRIST THE KING WOMEN BOWLERS

Bowling begins on Tuesday, September 8 at 10:00 a.m. at Tonawanda Bowl Center. It is a fun league, no sanction fee and we allow for vacation time, etc. If you are interested in joining us, or for information call: Marge Riso at 839-4150, or Luci Grieco at 836-6564.

THE SOCIAL JUSTICE and RESPECT LIFE MINISTRIES would like to thank all who con-tributed to the Christmas in July collection. We delivered over two vans full of items to the Response to Love Center and Catholic Charities. May God bless you for your generosity.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

? Registration is now closed for the 2009-2010 school year. If you are new to the parish, please call the Rectory Office for information.

? The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated at Christ the King Church on Sunday, October 25, at the 12:15 p.m. Mass by Rev. Msgr. David Slubecky.

VOCATION VIEW

“If it does not please you to serve the Lord, decide today who you will serve.” Joshua addresses the people in the first reading proclaiming, “as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” If you think God is calling you and you are willing to report for duty, call Father Walter Szczesny at 847-5535. You can also check out the “Priest of the Month” stories on our website – www.buffalovocaitons.org.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS

% We still have openings in Pre-K 3, Kindergarten,

Grades 1, 2, 3, 4, and 7 with limited availability for the 2009-2010 school year.

% School will resume on Wednesday, September 2.

AREA EVENTS

▶Mt. St. Mary Academy (3756 Delaware Ave.) - Sunday at the Circle Music Festival on August 23, from 1-7 p.m. Free Admission, great food and drink and a Theme Basket Raffle.

▶RETROUVAILLE is a program for troubled marriages. The next scheduled weekend is September 25-27. For more info, call the Office of Family life at 847-2210.

▶Oktoberfest on September 25, at the Clarence Fire Hall, 10355 Main St., sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph and the Clarence Fire District. German food including Spar’s Knockwurst, Bratworst, limburger cheese sandwiches and German potato salad will be served. Includes dancing and raffles. $6 at the door.

▶St. Joseph Center for Spirituality is offering a new certificate program for people interested in becoming Prayer Guides for the Exercises of St. Ignatius. Starting in September, the 10 month program will meet on Thursday nights from 7-8:30 pm at the Center, at the Sisters of St. Joseph Residence, 4975 Strickler Rd. just off Main St. in Clarence. Please call to register 759-6893 x 408.

▶Catholic Biblical Studies Program will be starting in September. Each September, individuals like you begin this serious Bible study, and go on a spiritual journey they did not know was possible. For class locations, call 871-9180 or visit www.cbstudies.org to register.

Share A Square

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

Have you heard about “Share a Square”? You may sign up for a Scheduled Adoration Hour with a friend to whom you could communicate with to alternate weekly or as needed. This is a wonderful opportunity for young mothers, and parents with growing families.

The Adoration Chapel is located at the top of the stairs, when entering the Church at the archway between the Church and the School. These doors are unlocked from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily. Please feel free to make a visit to the Chapel. You do not need to be a scheduled adorer in order to come and pray.

Any questions, please contact Kathy at 839-9223, or kmgallson@roadrunner.com; or Linda at 839-1889 or yerke-family@verizon.net ; with any questions.
 

PARISH ROSARY CHAIN - The Parish Rosary Chain is made up of a group of parishioners who pray a decade of the rosary daily for special requested intentions. If you have an intention for the Rosary Chain, or you would like to become part of the Rosary Chain Ministry, call Irene Wingerter at 632-0646. The Rosary Chain is ideal for those who wish to keep their intentions private.
 

THE LIFE OF ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI - If you are interested in deepening your faith and learning more about the life of St. Francis of Assisi, please come to a special presentation to be held at the Church of St. Clare, 193 Elk St. (off of Smith Street) in Buffalo on September 13, beginning at 2:00 p.m. The session, sponsored by the Secular Franciscan Order (SFO), will include a talk on “St. Francis and Franciscanism” and a presentation on the Secular Franciscan Order, followed by light refreshments. For more information, please contact Rich Thies, SFO at 913-4315 or Monica Kwiatkowski, SFO at 824-1405
 

ELECTRONIC GIVING – Secure and Easy.

An Electronic Giving Solution provides an accurate way for you to donate to our parish. Those who use electronic giving have peace of mind because their offering always reaches their parish! To learn more, call the office at 839-1430, and information can be sent out

CELEBRATE YOUR GOLDEN OR DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY

The Diocese of Buffalo will once again honor couples who will observe their 50th, 60th or 70th wedding anniversaries in 2009, with a special Mass in St. Joseph’s Cathedral on Sunday, October 18, at 3:00 p.m. If you are interested in participating in this Mass, and the reception which follows, call the Rectory at 839-1430.

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has developed a series of questions and answers regarding the Catholic Church and the ongoing national debate over health care reform.

Bishop Kmiec has asked that this be distributed throughout the Diocese of Buffalo so Catholics are aware of the position of the Catholic Church regarding this extremely important issue.

Q. The Catholic bishops support health care reform. What are the bishops’ key criteria for health care reform?

A. The bishops have been consistent advocates for comprehensive, life-affirming reform to the nation’s health care system. Health care reform needs to reflect basic moral principles. The bishops believe access to basic, quality health care is a universal human right not a privilege. In this light they offer four criteria to guide the process:

1. A truly universal health policy that respects all human life and dignity, from conception to natural death

2. Access for all with a special concern for the poor and inclusion of legal immigrants

3. Pursuing the common good and preserving pluralism including freedom of conscience and variety of options

4. Restraining costs and applying them equitably across the spectrum of payers.

Q. Why are the bishops so vocal about health care reform?

One out of three Americans under the age of 65 went without health insurance for some period of time during 2007 and 2008. Of these, four out of five were from working families. Sixty-four percent of the uninsured are employed full time, year round. This state of affairs is unacceptable. In the Catholic tradition, health care is a basic human right not a privilege. It is a fundamental issue of human life and dignity.

Q. Are the bishops trying to promote an anti-abortion agenda through health care reform?

No. The bishops will continue to fight against the evil of abortion by all means available. But they have not demanded that urgently needed health care reform become a vehicle for advancing the pro-life cause, and they likewise believe it should not be used to ad-vance the cause of abortion. In this sense, the bishops have asked that health care reform be “abortion neutral,” this is, that existing laws and policies with regard to abortion and abortion funding be preserved, allowing health care reform to move forward and serve its legitimate goals.

Q. Why are the bishops insistent that health care reform be “abortion neutral”?

Abortion advocacy groups are trying to use health care reform to advance their agenda by having Congress or a federal official es-tablish abortion as a “basic” or “essential” health benefit, guaranteeing “access” nationwide and requiring Americans to subsidize abortion with their tax dollars or insurance premiums. This would reverse a tradition of federal laws and policies that have barred federal funding and promotion of abortion in all major health programs for over three decades (e.g., the Hyde amendment, 1976), and have respected the right of health care providers to decline involvement in abortion or abortion referrals. This agenda would also endanger or render irrelevant numerous local and state laws regulating abortion. The bishops cannot, in good conscience, let such an important and pressing issue as health care reform be hijacked by the abortion agenda. No health care reform plan should compel anyone to pay for the destruction of human life, whether through government funding or mandatory coverage of abortion. Any such action would be morally wrong and politically unwise.

Q. Are the bishops promoting socialized medicine by advocating for universal access?

All people need and should have access to comprehensive, quality health care that they can afford, and it should not depend on their stage in life, where or whether they or their parents work, how much they earn, where they live, or where they were born. There may be different ways to accomplish this, but the Bishops’ Conference believes health care reform should be truly universal and genuinely affordable.

Q. Health care is already expensive. Why advocate for legal immigrants to be covered too?

Legal immigrants pay taxes and contribute to the U.S. economy and social life in the same manner as U.S. citizens do. Therefore, there should be equity for legal immigrants in access to health care. In the Catholic tradition, health care is a basic human right, like education, and having access to it should not depend on where you were born. Achieving equality in this case, for instance, means repealing the five-year ban currently in effect for legal immigrants to access Medicaid, and ensuring that all pregnant women in the United States, who will be giving birth to U.S. citizens, are eligible along with their unborn children for health care.

Q. What kind of actions do the bishops recommend to make quality health care accessible for all and genuinely affordable?

Many lower income families simply lack the resources to meet their health care expenses. For these families, significant premiums and cost-sharing charges can serve as barriers to obtaining coverage or seeing a doctor. Medicaid cost-sharing protections should be maintained and new coverage options should protect the lowest income enrollees from burdensome cost sharing. The bishops have urged Congress to limit premiums or exempt families earning less than 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level from monthly pre-miums; they also recommend limiting co-payments and other costs which could discourage needed care, and increasing eligibility levels for Medicaid and CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Program). They have urged Congress to provide states with resources to expand coverage and ensure sufficient funding for safety net clinics, hospitals and other providers serving those who will continue to fall through the cracks even after the system is reformed.

© United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, August 2009 5
 

WILL YOU TAKE A STAND FOR LIFE WITH BISHOP KMIEC?

CTK Church is co-sponsoring this month's Rosary Novena Mass for Life on Saturday, August 29 at 8:00 a.m., celebrated by Bishop Edward Kmiec, at St. Rose of Lima Parish (between Parker & Winston). After Mass, Bishop Kmiec welcomes all to peacefully and prayerfully walk to the local abortion clinic, silently praying the rosary for mothers, fathers, their unborn children and the ultimate end to abortion. And a greater respect for all human life. They will then return to the Church for closing prayers where a coffee social will be offered in the school hall. Pray with the Bishop at the clinic and be a Catholic witness to life! For more information call the Office of Pro-Life Activities 847-2205
 

YOUTH NEWS

For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3596)

[ Youth Group Meeting – September 13 – 11:00-12:00 Noon in the Church Library. All high school teens are invited to join us at this first meeting of the new school year. Find out about our group and some of the activi-ties scheduled for the fall. A special invitation goes out to interested freshmen. We look forward to seeing everyone! And of course, refreshments will be served!
 

PRAYERS AFTER 8:00 a.m. DAILY MASS

Monday: The Miraculous Medal Novena

Tuesday and Friday: Rosary prayed for World Peace

Wednesday: Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests

Thursday: Rosary prayed for Life
 

A WOMEN’S CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meets every Wednesday from 1:00-3:00 p.m. to knit and talk at Have Ewe Any Wool, I4551 Main St. Snyder. Anyone living with cancer is welcome to come and be part of this wonder-ful group of ladies. If you have any questions, call Linda at 839-7800.
 

MASS INTENTIONS

FRI., August 21 - Pius X, pope

4:30 p.m. WEDDING Kara Fahey and

Ryan Danison

 

SAT., August 22 - Vigil for 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time

2:00 p.m. WEDDING Kaitlin Buchheit and Thomas Peters

4:30 p.m. Daniel Santercole - daughter, Elaine

Santercole

 

SUN., August 23 - Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time

Upper 8:00 a.m. John and Margaret Donnelly - Family

Lower 10:00 a.m. Msgr. Francis Schwartz - Family

Upper 12:15 p.m. Edward J. McAuley - E.J. Terhaar

 

MON., August 24 - Bartholomew, apostle

8:00 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione
 

TUES., August 25 - Louis of France; Joseph Calaszan, priest

8:00 a.m. Teresa Campagna - Estate

 

WED., August 26- Weekday, 21st Week in Ordinary Time

8:00 a.m. Lawrence and Rita Wagner - Estate

THURS., August 27 - Monica

8:00 a.m. Winifred and Harry Marmion - Family

FRI., August 28 - Augustine, bishop and doctor

8:00 a.m. ANNIV. Donald E. McAuley - Daughter,

Donna Bennett

SAT., August 29 - Vigil for 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

4:30 p.m. Dr. Arthur J. Schaefer - Family

SUN., August 30 - Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Upper 8:00 a.m. 50th WEDDING ANNIV. Jim and Geraldine Valone

Lower 10:00 a.m. Deceased Members of the Johns and Aranibar Families - Martha Johns

Upper 12:15 p.m. Robert Frauenheim - Family

 

40 DAYS FOR LIFE

This fall, from September 23 to November 1, Buffalo will unite with cities all across the U.S in the Fall 2009 nation-wide 40 Days For Life campaign. This campaign is a focused pro-life campaign with a vision to access God’s power through prayer, fasting, and peaceful vigil to end abortion in America. The 40 Days For Life campaign is made up of 3 key components: (1) Prayer and Fasting: people of faith throughout our city and across the country join together for 40 days of fervent prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. (2) Peaceful Vigil: standing for life through a 40-day peaceful public witness outside the local Buffalo WomenServices, 2500 Main St. building in North Buffalo. (3) Community Outreach: taking a positive pro-life message to every corner of our city through media efforts, church and school outreach, petition drives and public visibility.

All those interested in participating in this fall’s 40 Days for Life Campaign are invited to a general meeting at Christ the King Church on Saturday, August 29, from 7:00-8:30 in the Chapel Meeting Room

 

GRIEF AND SPIRITUALITY OF DEMENTIA

Sister Mary Anne Weldon, RSM will offer a practical life-giving presentation guiding care-givers one and all, on a journey of relating to a loving God through the challenges of coping with grief and loss. This unique presentation is part of the lecture series for the bereaved sponsored by the Office of Family Life Ministries and Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of Buffalo. This FREE event will be held on Wednesday, September 16, from 7-8 p.m. at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Kenmore. For more information, call 817-873-6500.

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading – Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8
2nd Reading – James 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27
Gospel – Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

NEXT SUNDAY: Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading – Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8
2nd Reading – James 1:17-18, 27
Gospel – Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Joan Barron, Wanda Bartczak, Judy Battaglia, Charlie Basil, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Tim Bohen, Maria Borowski, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Mary Ann Corbett, Dennis Dee, Ronald Donnelly, Silvana Dorner, Nancy Eberhard, Paul Eberhard, Jerry Fasolino, Sister Dorothy Feltz, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Mae Grana, Fran Growe, Bob Grossman, Marcia Grundtisch, Pamela Gunther, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, Debbie Hamby, Joseph Hartnett, Maryanne Hook, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Mary Jane Kersten, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, Kim Kuhn, Meg Kujawa, Richard LaMendola, Barbara Liebler, Lily LoTempio, Anne Lundy, James Mahoney, Marie Marzolino, Eileen McCarthy, J. Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Maureen Michaels, Linda Moretuzzo, Teresa Newland, Madison Okiec, Robin Oxenford, Peggy Page, Shelly Palmisano, Josephine Paolucci, Irene Papiz, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Joseph Pohrte, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Judy Rexinger, Rita Savage, Lynne Scalia, George Schanzer, Margaret Kathleen Scherrer, Marie Schmidt, Don Schultz, Marcia Sickau, Connie Smith, Bill Smith, Benjamin Smith, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Katherine Studer, Grace Suozzi, Lottie Swiatek, Phil Teller, Debbi Testa, Elizabeth Thomas, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Jason Walczak, James Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Paul Whelan, Ronald White, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind, and Helen Wnek;
…those among us who have died, our relatives, parishion-ers & friends;
Donald Grundtisch (brother of Glenn Grundtisch); Father Gerald J. McMahon, S.J. (former pastor of St Michael’s Church, Buffalo), Jerry Miano (sister of Jule Cerrone);
…victims of natural disasters;
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the conflicts in the Middle East;
…peace on earth.

Help us keep our list current. Let us know when we may remove a name. Also, any person being placed on the list must give their permission. Call the Rectory Office at 839-1430. Thank you
To Be Put on the Prayer List: Our policy regarding praying for the sick will be strictly adhered to. The ill person must want to be on our list and prayed for in Church, and it can be reported to us only by an immediate family member. We appreciate your consideration in this matter.

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH
Weekly Offering / Week Ending
August 24, 2008 - Regular Collection - $12,841
August 23, 2009 - Regular Collection - $11852
Thank you for your support!

WEDDING BANNS
1st - Marla Doerflein and Ryan McArdle
2nd - Deborah Aquilina and Cory Johnson
2nd - Sandra Torrell and Michael Braunstein
3rd - Amanda Karyus and Christopher Cataldi

CONGRATULATIONS TO
Kara (Fahey) & Ryan Danison; and
Kaitlin (Buchheit) & Thomas Peters;
who were married in our Church last weekend.
We wish them God’s blessings and a happy life together.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING …
The following babies were baptized in our Church last Sunday: John Sullivan Africano III, son of Kelly (McGuire) & John Africano; Ciara Marie Breen, daughter of Gina (Michaels) & Patrick Breen; Sienna Margaret Carocci, daugh-ter of Julia (Schmidt) & Samuel Carocci; Molly Eileen Lupini, and Sydney Lee Lupini, daughters of Deanna (Fleck) & James Lupini; Grace Kennedy Townsell, daughter of Dawn (Jeras) & Christopher Townsell; and Ethan Michael Zent, son of Natalie (Nowicki) & Kevin Zent.

THIS FRIDAY IS THE FIRST FRIDAY for the month of September. Mass will be at 8:00 a.m. After Mass, mem-bers of the Rosary and Altar Society will recite the Rosary in the Church Library, and will then go to the Wehrle Restau-rant for a Dutch-treat breakfast. For reservations, please call Virginia Harder at 839-0230 before noon on Thursday, September 3. All women of the parish are welcome.

NEXT SUNDAY THE HOLY NAME SOCIETY, their friends and family will attend the 8:00 a.m. Mass as a group. After Mass, coffee, donuts and bagels will be served in the Church Library. All parishioners are invited to this break-fast.

SUMMER IS NEARLY OVER and moms are ready for children to return to school, but if the difficulties and chal-lenges facing you and your children are getting to be too much, talk with a Catholic Charities social worker. For more details call 856-4494 or www.ccwny.org

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Registration for the 2009-2010 is now closed. However if you are New to the Parish, contact the Religious Education Office at 839-0946.
Opening Classes:
Grades 1-5: Sunday, Sept. 20 - 11:00-12:00 Noon
Grade 8: Monday, Sept. 28 - 7:00-8:15 p.m.
Grade 6: Monday, Oct. 19. - 7:00-8:15 p.m.
Grade 7: Monday, Jan. 4 - 7:00-8:15 p.m.
Families Registered in the program will receive informa-tion as well as the calendar dates for the classes after Labor Day.
Sacrament of Confirmation
Confirmation rehearsal will be held on Monday, October 12, in the Lower Church at 7:00 p.m.
The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated on Sunday, October 25, at the 12:15 p.m. Mass by Rev. Msgr. David Slubecky, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia.

VOCATION VIEW - Our second Scripture reading reminds us that “every worthwhile gift, every genuine benefit, comes from God.” God’s gifts should prompt our responsive gratitude, which should be the basis of our daily lives. If you feel God is offering you the gift of priesthood and you wish to respond generously, trusting in God, call Father Walter Szczesny at 847-5535. You can also check out the “Priest of the Month” stories on our website – www.buffalovocaitons.org.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
NEW START AND DISMISSAL TIME FOR 2009-2010
Our school day will begin at 7:50 a.m. and dismissal will be at 2:15 p.m.
Bus Service:
Amherst District buses begin service on Wednesday, Sep-tember 2nd.
All others, please check with your school district for bus service.
First Week of School
Please note: the first week of school is a Noon Dismissal.
Wednesday ,Sept. 2nd - School Starts at 7:50 a.m. for Grades 1 – 8, Noon Dismissal
Thursday, Sept. 3rd - Kindergarten begins today at 7:50 am. - All grades dismissed at Noon
- Pre-K4 Open House: 9:15–10:15 a.m.;
- Pre-K3 Open House: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Band Assembly Grades 3–8 at 11:15 am
Friday, Sept. 4th - No School – Labor Day Weekend
Second Week of School
Monday, Sept. 7th - No School; Labor Day
Tuesday, Sept. 8th - School resumes full session: 7:50 a.m. –2:15pm
We still have openings in our PreK 3 year old Program, Kindergarten, Grades 1,2,3 & 4th with limited availability for the 2009- 2010 school year.

ENTERTAINMENT
This year, Entertainment Books will again be sold by the Teen Youth Group, after all masses on the weekend of September 12 and 13 in the Church Library. Shop and compare - the books are still sold at $25 each. All proceeds to benefit CTK Teen Ministry.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Experience the peace, receive the blessings from our Lord in the Eucharistic Adoration Chapel!!! You may think, “I don’t have the time.” Know that we have various ways to help you if you are unable to come to your scheduled Adoration Hour or if you are unable to come on a weekly basis. The Adoration Chapel is located at the top of the stairs, when entering the Church at the archway between the Church and the School. These doors are unlocked from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily. Please feel free to make a visit to the Chapel. You do not need to be a scheduled adorer in order to come and pray.
Any questions, please contact Kathy at 839-9223, or kmgallson@roadrunner.com; or Linda at 839-1889 or yerke-family@verizon.net ; with any questions.

PARISH ROSARY CHAIN
The Parish Rosary Chain is made up of a group of parishioners who pray a decade of the rosary daily for special requested intentions. If you have an intention for the Rosary Chain, or you would like to become part of the Rosary Chain Ministry, call Irene Wingerter at 632-0646. The Rosary Chain is ideal for those who wish to keep their intentions private.

PRAYER FOR OUR TROOPS
- Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the self-less acts they perform and for us in our time of need. And bless us with peace. We ask this in the name of Jesus, Our Lord and Savior. Amen.

CELEBRATE YOUR
GOLDEN OR DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY
The Diocese of Buffalo will once again honor couples who will observe their 50th, 60th or 70th Wedding Anniversaries in 2009, with a special Mass in St. Joseph’s Cathedral on Sunday, October 18, at 3:00 p.m. If you are interested in participating in this Mass, and the reception which follows, call the Rectory at 839-1430. 4

THE LIFE OF ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI - If you are interested in deepening your faith and learning more about the life of St. Francis of Assisi, please come to a special pres-entation to be held at the Church of St. Clare, 193 Elk St. (off of Smith Street) in Buf-falo on September 13, beginning at 2:00 p.m. The session, sponsored by the Secular Franciscan Order (SFO), will include a talk on “St. Francis and Franciscanism” and a presentation on the Secular Fran-ciscan Order, followed by light refreshments. For more in-formation, please contact Rich Thies, SFO at 913-4315 or Monica Kwiatkowski, SFO at 824-1405.

HOLY NAME SOCIETY
ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET
On Sunday, October 18, The Diocesan Union of Holy Name Societies will host their Annual Awards Banquet. This year’s honorees include our pastor, Fr. John Gaglione. Other honorees are: Fr. Paul Nogaro, Pastor St. Stephen’s, Grand Island; Deacon William Hynes, St. Benedict’s Parish; and Deacon Brian Walkowiak, St. Pius X Parish. Bishop Edward Kmiec will also be in attendance.
The evening will be held at Knights of Columbus, Fr. John Schaus Council #4652, 6114 Broadway, Lancaster. Cocktails will be served from 5-6 p.m., Dinner at 6 p.m. If you are interested in attending, cost is $35 per person, tables of 10 are available. Please send check: payable to: Diocesan Union of Holy Name Societies; and mail to: 795 Main St., Buffalo NY 14203. For more information call the office at 847-2201 or 2202.

ELECTRONIC GIVING – Secure and Easy.
An Electronic Giving Solution provides an accurate way for you to donate to our parish. Those who use electronic giving have peace of mind because their offering always reaches their parish! To learn more, call the office at 839-1430, and information can be sent out.

MEMBERSHIP FEES FOR HOLY NAME AND ROSARY AND ALTAR SOCIETIES
For just $10 you can join either the Holy Name Society or the Rosary and Altar Society. Please use the envelope included in this month envelope pack-age or put your dues in an envelope listing your name and address on the outside.
Holy Name Society - All men are invited to join this Society and to participate in their monthly Mass at 8:00 a.m. on the Second Sunday of each month, fol-lowed by a coffee and donut social. There is also a Lenten Retreat held at the beginning of Lent.
Rosary and Altar Society - All women of the parish are invited to join the Society, and to participate in the praying of the Rosary after the 8:00/8:45 First Friday Mass every month, followed by breakfast. The dues collected are used to pay for the cleaning and care of the Altar Linens in our Churches. Please support these organizations.

AREA EVENTS
▶Concert in the Church - St. Ann Church and Shrine, 651 Broadway at Emslie on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 7:00 p.m. Mu-sic by The Larry Salter Big Band, tickets are $20, or $18 ad-vance sale - call 835-9020 or 833-1536. Mail Check with re-turn address by Sept. 1 to: St. Ann Church and Shrine, PO Box 782, Buffalo 14240. Secured Parking.
▶“Fall into Jazz”, an evening of Kool Jazz, Fine Wine and Rich Chocolate - Sat., Sept. 12 - Knights of Columbus, 755 Erie Ave., N. Tonawanda. Begins at 7 pm. Includes wine tasting by Niagara County and Finger Lakes wineries, beer tasting by Long Trail Brewing, hors d’oeuvres, dessert, and a silent auction and theme basket. Tickets are $30. For more info call 694-2502.
▶Catholic FertilityCare - Upcoming Intro Sessions for the Creighton Model Fertility Care System of Natural Family Planning - at 10:30 a.m. at Buffalo Mercy Hospital on Sept. 19 (828-2493) or Sisters Hospital on Sept. 26 (862-1944).
▶RETROUVAILLE is a program for troubled marriages. The next scheduled weekend is September 25-27. For more info, call the Office of Family Life at 847-2210.
▶Oktoberfest on September 25, at the Clarence Fire Hall, 10355 Main St., sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph and the Clarence Fire District. German food including Spar’s Knockwurst, Bratworst, limburger cheese sandwiches and German potato salad will be served. Includes dancing and raffles. $6 at the door.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES
85th ANNIVERSARY RAFFLE
Catholic Charities is culminating its celebration of 85 years of service to WNY with a special raffle open to all, thanks to a generous donation from AAA of Western & Central NY. Tickets are just $100 and the drawing will be held on October 30.
First Prize: A Round Trip for Two to Rome! (including hotel and airfare). 7 Days/6 Nights accommodations in romantic, historic Rome! 8 Days complimentary parking at FAST-TRACK Airport Parking. Second Prize: $3,000; Third Prize: $2,000. Only 1,000 tickets will be sold.
Proceeds will benefit the 70 human ser-vice programs serving 160,000 children, seniors and families throughout the 8 counties of WNY.
For complete information call 856-4494, ext 3073, or go to www.ccwny.org. 5

PRAYERS AFTER 8:00 a.m. DAILY MASS
Monday: The Miraculous Medal Novena
Tuesday and Friday: Rosary prayed for World Peace
Wednesday: Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests
Thursday: Rosary prayed for Life

PETER’S PENCE COLLECTION
Next Weekend, the Peter’s Pence Collection will be taken to help support the good works of the Holy Father. The proceeds from the collection fund emergency-relief assis-tance to those who suffer from war, oppression, disease, and natural disasters. Through works of charity, Catholics provide a powerful witness of love and deeds to empower the weak, the defenseless and the voiceless and to sustain those who suffer.

SAT., August 29 - Vigil for 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
4:30 p.m. Dr. Arthur J. Schaefer - Family

SUN., August 30 - Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. 50th WEDDING ANNIV. Jim and Geraldine Valone
Lower 10:00 a.m. Deceased Members of the Johns and Aranibar Families - Martha Johns
Upper 12:15 p.m. Robert Frauenheim - Family

MON., August 31 - Weekday, 22nd Week in Ordinary Time
8:00 a.m. Intentions of the Monks at the Abbey of
Genesee - Renée Villa

TUES., September 1 - Weekday, 22nd Week in Ordinary Time
8:00 a.m. Special Intention - Betty Henel

WED., September 2 - Weekday, 22nd Week in Ordinary Time
8:00 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione

THURS., September 3 - Gregory the Great, pope & doctor
8:00 a.m. James and Kathryn Kenrick - The Family

FRI., September 4 - Weekday, 22nd Week in Ordinary Time
8:00 a.m. Marguerite Torrell - Dan and Nancy Torrell

SAT., September 5 - Vigil for 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Amanda Karyus and Christopher Cataldi
4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Stan Pearson - wife Pat and
Family

SUN., September 6 - Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. Frank Riso - Sisters
Lower 10:00 a.m. Jane Sullivan - Meggan & Carol Sullivan
Upper 12:15 p.m. People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione

HAVE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW BEEN AWAY FROM THE CHURCH FOR A WHILE?
“I felt strange at first because I had been away from the Church for such a long time, but as the weeks went by I felt so welcome and sure of myself. I also loved coming to class because it was very calming and peaceful for me.“
The RCIA process is one where inquiring adults jour-ney with team members to learn about the Catholic faith. The Sunday Scriptures are discussed at each session. We welcome anyone who has not yet been baptized, been bap-tized either in the Catholic faith or a Christian faith but never received First Eucharist and /or Confirmation, or who would just like to update their knowledge of the Catholic faith. We invite you to join us this fall beginning Sunday, September 20, at 9:00 a.m. in the Church Library. For more information, call Renée at the Rectory at 839-1430, ext 221, or email RVilla@ctksnyder.com.

GRIEF AND SPIRITUALITY OF DEMENTIA
Sister Mary Anne Weldon, RSM will offer a practical life-giving presentation guiding care-givers one and all, on a journey of relating to a loving God through the challenges of coping with grief and loss. This unique presentation is part of the lecture series for the bereaved sponsored by the Office of Family Life Ministries and Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of Buffalo. This FREE event will be held on Wednesday, September 16, from 7-8 p.m. at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Kenmore. For more info, call 817-873-6500

CAN’T KNIT? THERE ARE OTHER OPTIONS …
CTK Parish is very proud to have an active group of women & men, who knit / crochet prayer shawls for those who need to know of God’s comforting and healing pres-ence. If you can’t knit a prayer shawl, would you be able to provide others with the needed yarn? 3 full skeins of yarn in the same color is needed to create a prayer shawl. The yarn may be dropped off at the Rectory. If you can knit and you’d like to come, the weekly group meets every Wednesday evening, in the Church Library from 7-9 pm. Questions? Call the Rectory at 839-1430. This ministry makes giving, feel so good!

PASTORAL COUNSELING
Pastoral Counseling is a specialized extension of the Church’s ministry of pastoral care. It combines counseling skill with a sensitive attention to the religious dimension of life. I believe that each person is a physical, cognitive, emo-tional and spiritual being. Personal problems can create excessive stress in daily living in one or more of these areas. Are you struggling in your marriage? Anxious, stressed, depressed, grieving? Are you concerned about alcohol, drug or sexual problems in yourself or someone you love?? If these or other issues are of concern, you are welcome to call for an appointment. Sliding fee scale – Michele Jackson, OSF – 390-9836.