January 2010

Bulletins for January 10, 17, 24, 31

CHRIST THE KING
30 Lamarck Drive
Amherst, New York 14226-4596
Bulletin for the week of January 3, 2010

Epiphany of the Lord

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS

TODAY: Epiphany of the Lord

1st Reading – Isaiah 60:1-6

2nd Reading – Ephesians 3:2-3a

Gospel – Matthew 4:2:1-12

NEXT SUNDAY: Baptism of the Lord

1st Reading – Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7

2nd Reading – Acts 1-:34-38

Gospel – Luke 3:15-16, 21-22

We are now keeping the complete listing of the names of the sick in the Adoration Chapel. In this way, the sick will always be remembered in prayer by our parishioners. Just the most recent names from this year will be listed in the bulletin.

IN YOUR PRAYERS…

… Please pray for the sick, listed in the Adoration Chapel;

…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially: Danielle Amigone, Joan Barron, Dennis Dee, Paul Eberhard, Irene Fronc, Lucretia Geraci, Mae Grana, Bob Grossman, Joseph Hartnett, Maryanne Hook, Pat Lucey, James Mahoney, Maureen Michaels, Linda Moretuzzo, Gene Neff, Charleen O’Reilly, Minot Ortolani, , Lynne Scalia, Don Schultz, Bill Small, Katherine Studer, Grace Suozzi, Ken Syracuse, and David Twist;

…those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially: Margaret Collard, Joseph P. Gallagher (brother of Msgr. William Gallagher), Gene Neff (husband of Jane Neff), Sister Isabelle Reilly, and Margaret Sicari (mother of Msgr. Joe Sicari);

…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.

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 added to the 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.

Please 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.

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH

Weekly Offering / Week Ending

December 21, 2008 - Regular Collection - $15,366

December 20, 2009 - Regular Collection - $16,334

Thank you for your support!

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS

The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Tuesday, January 19 at 7:00 p.m. In the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rec-tory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

HOLY NAME SOCIETY

Next Sunday the Holy Name Society, their friends and family will attend the 8:00 a.m. Mass and sit together as a group. After Mass, coffee, donuts and bagels will be served in the Church Library. All parishioners are invited to this breakfast.

“INTO THE SILENT LAND”:

Learn Contemplative and Meditative Prayer

You are invited to learn the discipline of contemplative and meditative prayer. The next meeting will be on Thursday, January 14 from 9:15-10:30 a.m. or 7:00-8:15 p.m. in the Church Library. The book “Into the Silent Land, a Guide to the Christian Practice of Contemplation” by Martin Laird will be used for reference. The book can be viewed and purchased at Amazon.com. To register contact Renée at 839-1430, ext. 221 or rvilla@ctksnyder.com.

“UN”DECORATING THE CHURCHES

We will be taking down the Christmas Decorations on Saturday, January 16, and many hands will make the work go quickly! If you are interested in helping or have any questions, you can call Tom at 833-8035 or Melissa at 839-2208. Please meet in the Chapel Meting Room at 9:30 a.m.

USED CLOTHING COLLECTION BOX

You may have noticed that an additional Blue Used Cloth-ing Collection Box has been placed in the School parking lot. Your generosity has made this possible.

A reminder: please place ONLY clothing in the boxes. If you have furniture, appliance, etc., call St. Vincent de Paul Society at 882-3360.

WEDDING BANNS
3rd - Samantha McMullen and Charles Eashak

CTK CALENDARS FOR 2010

2010 Calendars are now available. Please take one home and refer to it for the Holy Days and parish phone numbers. Our thanks to Dietrich

END OF YEAR FINANCIAL STATEMENT

If you need a financial statement for your 2009 donations, please complete the form below and put in the collection basket or call the Rectory at 839-1430.

Name: _______________________________________

Address: ______________________________________

“THEY WERE THRILLED AND EXCITED

TO SEE THE STAR” - Matthew 2:1-12

This wasn’t just any star, this was a star which shone of the glory of God. After all, it certainly got the attention of the wise men. What a happy moment it was when they entered the home of Jesus! Would the wise men find Jesus in our home today?

A SPECIAL INVITATION TO:

ALL OUR CTK SENIORS AND PARISHIONERS WHO WERE UNABLE TO BE WITH FAMILY DURING THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS ...

Join your CTK family for Mass and a luncheon

as we continue to celebrate the joy of the Christmas Season.

Sunday, January 10

12:15 p.m. Mass in the Upper Church

With the St. Joe’s Varsity Singers

Lunch follows immediately in the School Gym

Hosted and catered by the CTK Teen Youth Group

RSVP by January 3, by calling the Rectory at 839-1430

THE ANSWER IS ELEMENTARY:

Catholic Alumni Partnership

The Catholic Alumni Partnership (CAP) is a new, privately funded project, aimed at helping Catholic ele-mentary schools reconnect with their alumni. It’s pur-pose is to help develop a strong, sustainable annual fundraising program for each of the Catholic elemen-tary schools participating in CAP, with alumni support as its foundation.

You are urged to respond to a letter you may have received in the mail, or go to www.clickYES.com. Your support of our Catholic School is needed. You can go to www.myCTKschool.com to learn about Christ the King School.

THEOLOGY ON TAP: BUFFALO

Come to this casual and relaxed Catholic speaker series where young adults in their 20’s and 30’s gather for straight talk, hard facts and real answers on the Catholic faith and how it applies to daily life. Come learn about the Catholic faith in a new and exciting way! Join us on Tuesday, January 5 with Dennis Coakley, Pro-Life Director for the Diocese of Buffalo speaking on Men and Women for All Sea-sons: Catholics, Responsible Citizenship and the Public Square. The event will take place at Coles (1104 Elmwood Ave. in Buffalo). Come early for dinner. Talk begins at 7:30 p.m. For more information visit: www.wlof.net.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

(Director: Mrs. Peggy Page / Phone #: 839-0946)

?Grades 1-5: No Classes on Sunday, December 27;

Classes resume on Sunday, January 10

?Grades 6 & 7: 7:00-8:15 p.m. on Monday, January 4

?Grade 9: Deacon Norman and Mrs. Nancy Foster’s class will be going to St Vincent de Paul Dining room on Saturday, January 9

VOCATION VIEW - Pray to know how God wants to use your talents and abilities. Could it be He is calling you to consider priesthood or religious life? If God is calling you, call Rev. Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS

(Principal: Mrs. JoAnn Mikulec / Secretary: Mrs. Reczek - 839-0473)

Thursday, December 24 - January 3, 2010 - Christmas Recess

Monday, January 4 - Classes Resume

Wednesday, January 6 - 8:00 a.m. Mass, prepared by Grade 4

Thursday, January 7 - Pizza Lunch

Friday, January 8 - Easter Candy Sale Begins Today

YOUTH NEWS

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

ðYouth Group Meeting - From 11:00-12:00 Noon in the Church Library on Sunday, January 3. All interested high school teens are invited to these meetings.

ðSunday, January 10 - All youth Council members should plan on meeting in the school Gym at 11:00 a.m. to help set-up for the luncheon.

OLD GLASSES / CELL PHONES / HEARING AIDS

The Amherst Lions Club has placed a collection box in the back of the Church for old glasses, cell phones and hearing aids. Please remember to use these boxes instead of throwing these items away.

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 wonderful group of ladies. If you have any questions, call Linda at 839-7800.

TOO MANY CALENDARS?

This is the time of year when many of us end up with various calendars for the New Year that we know we will never use or need. Did you know that many of the patrons of the St. Vincent de Paul Dining room never own a calen-dar? They would appreciate any extra calendars you may receive over the next few weeks. Please drop them off at the Rectory.

10 GREAT DATES

TO ENERGIZE YOUR MARRIAGE

This program is being offered by Catholic Charities Marriage Counseling Center, 3982 Main Street, (behind St. Benedict’s Church). The cost is $61 per couple and includes 10 classes and course materials. Register by January 8.

Classes will meet at 6:00 p.m. on:

Thursday, January 14, 21, 28;

February 4, 11, 25; and

March 4, 11, 18 and 25.

For more information or to register please contact Suz-anne at 839-4406.

AREA EVENTS

âCatching the Spirit - Tuesday, January 12 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. - at Nativity Church (Main and Harris Hill) in the Msgr. Pas Social Center. Topic will be on Benedictine Spiri-tuality and presented by Sr. Ann McCarthy, OSB

âNatural Family Planning - Find out more about the Creighton Model Fertility Care System of Natural Family Planning on Saturday, January 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Mercy Hospital (828-2493) or Saturday, January 23 at 10:30 a.m. at Sisters Hospital (862-1944) Please call to pre-register.

IN THIS SEASON OF COLDS AND FLU,

SNEEZING AND COUGHING…

If You Are Sick, it would be better for you to remain at home, rather than coming to church and spreading your germs.

And Remember: If you have difficulty getting around in good weather, please stay home when it is icy or snowy. God understands.

ONE GIFT REMAINS UNOPENED

UNDER THE TREE: “THE GIFT OF GRIEF”

Grief becomes a gift when its power is used to transform our lives. Grief is our common ground. Healing can begin to take place when you are able to journey through suffering on a path to a wholeness.

Please join us for a DVD presentation of “The Gift of Grief” with discussion on

Thursday, January 21 at 7:00 p.m. in the Church Library,

Saturday, January 23 at 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel Meeting Room.
Please call Renée at 839-1430, ext. 221 or e-mail rvilla@ctksnyder.com to register.

Dear Parishioners of Christ the King,

Thank you for taking the time to fill out the “Parish-Planning Survey”. Your comments and input are valuable to the future of our parish. The results are being tabulated and will be made available to every home via the parish newsletter in February, 2010. Updates will also be printed in the bulletin throughout the coming year. I am looking for-ward to working with you as we endeavor to meet the changing needs of our parish community.

As we begin the New Year, let us remember to pray for each other at every Eucharistic celebration.

Fr. John

ATTENTION SNOWBIRDS!

Before leaving for your warmer winter environ-ment, please make a pledge now to Appeal 2010 for Catholic Charities. It will relieve your mind and help your parish reach its goal by the closing Sunday. Call Catholic Charities’ Appeal Dept. at 856-4494 to make your pledge today or donate securely online at www.ccwny.org. Thank you.

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., January 2, - Saint Basil the Great and St. Gregory

Nazianzen, bishops and doctors of the Church

4:30 p.m. Angelo Tirone - Family

SUN., January 3 - The Epiphany of the Lord

Upper 8:00 a.m. Suzanne Pokrandt - Melvin Pauly

Lower 10:00 a.m. Mary Gloria Fedak - The McCarthy Family

Upper 12:15 p.m. Elizabeth O’Connor - Mike and Doreen Michailof

MON., January 4 - Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, religious

8:00 a.m. Mary Hyde - The Rucinski Family

TUES., January 5 - St John Neumann, Bishop

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

WED., January 6 - Blessed Andre Bessette, religious

8:00 a.m. Katherine Martin - The Schweitzer Family

THURS., January 7 - St. Raymond of Penafort, priest

8:00 a.m. Francis Luskey - The Bourget Family

FRI., January 8 - Christmas Weekday

8:00 a.m. Donna Smith - Larry and Joanne Randles

SAT., January 9 - Vigil , Baptism of the Lord

2:00 p.m. WEDDING Samantha McMullen and Charles Eashak

4:30 p.m. Paul Orrange - Virginia Harder

SUN., January 10 - The Baptism of the Lord

Upper 8:00 a.m. Elizabeth Schaefer - Joyce E. Richards

Lower 10:00 a.m. John and Molly Conway - The McAuley Family

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

“YOU MATTER. That’s why Christ came into your life, cleaned your soul [at Baptism], and lit the lamp of faith in your heart. If ever the lamp goes out, he is always there to light it again. And while it shines, it should inspire us to roll back the dark lies of the culture of death and spread the light of Christ’s love to everyone we can, because they matter too.” - Rev. John Bartunek, LC, “Why You Matter,” Respect Life Program (2009-2010)

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 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

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.

IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS STRUGGLING

with finances, domestic violence or child behavior issues, Catholic Charities is the place to start. Find help through a caring staff member who can help sort out the issues at one of our many neighborhood offices. For more information call 856-4494 and go to www.ccwny.org.

ADORATION CHAPEL

The rush and stress of Christmas is over, and normal-ity is returning. Take some time for yourself now, and experience the peace, and receive the blessings from Our Lord in the Eucharistic Adoration Chapel!! You may think “I don’t have the time, “ but it’s important to make and take time for yourself. Don’t miss the opportunity to be at peace with Our Lord.

If you were thinking you would like to join in the unceasing prayer in the Adoration Chapel during this Christmas Season and beyond, NOW is the TIME, and THESE are the HOURS Where YOU are needed most:

Tuesday at 7:00 p.m.

Thursday at 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Friday at 3:00 p.m.

Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

The 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 open from approxi-mately 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. daily. Questions? Call Kathy at 839-9223, or Linda at 639-0936.

ELECTRONIC GIVING – Secure and Easy.

An Electronic Giving Solution provides an accurate way for you to donate to our parish. Those who use elec-tronic 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.

WELCOME THE TRAVELING STATUES INTO YOUR HOME

Statues of Jesus and Mary are available to be displayed in your home for one week. If you are interested, please call Pat Weissman at 839-1285, and leave a message. While you have the statues, you are encouraged to say a daily Rosary. The statues have become so popular over the years, that two sets are now available. Consider the benefits.

CHRIST THE KING
30 Lamarck Drive
Amherst, New York 14226-4596
Bulletin for the week of January 10, 2010

Baptism of the Lord

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS

TODAY: Baptism of the Lord

1st Reading – Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7

2nd Reading – Acts 1-:34-38

Gospel – Luke 3:15-16, 21-22

NEXT SUNDAY: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

1st Reading – Isaiah 62:1-5

2nd Reading – 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Gospel – John 2:1-11

IN YOUR PRAYERS…

… Please pray for the sick, listed in the Adoration Chapel;

…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially: Danielle Amigone, Joan Barron, Dennis Dee, Paul Eberhard, Irene Fronc, Lucretia Geraci, Mae Grana, Bob Grossman, Joseph Hartnett, Maryanne Hook, Pat Lucey, James Mahoney, Maureen Michaels, Linda Moretuzzo, Charleen O’Reilly, Minot Ortolani, Lynne Scalia, Don Schultz, Bill Small, Katherine Studer, Grace Suozzi, Ken Syracuse, and David Twist;

…those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially: Joseph Caligiuri (brother of Msgr. An-thony Caligiuri and Msgr. Angleo Caligiuri); and Eugene Neff (husband of Jane Neff)

…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.

Please 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.

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH

Weekly Offering / Week Ending

December 25, 2008 - Christmas Collection - $25,091

December 25, 2009 - Christmas Collection - $21,491

December 28, 2008 - Regular Collection - $13,440

December 27, 2009 - Regular Collection - $12,055

Thank you for your support!

WELCOME TO CTK

We welcome the St. Joe’s Varsity Singers to the 12:15 p.m. Mass today.

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS

“INTO THE SILENT LAND”:

Learn Contemplative and Meditative Prayer

ROSARY FOR LIFE

Next Saturday, January 16, the Rosary for Life will be recited after the 8:00 a.m. Mass at St Leo’s church, 885 Sweethome Road. The CTK Respect Life Ministry invites everyone to attend the Mass and to participate in this devotion.

“UN”DECORATING THE CHURCHES

We will be taking down the Christmas Decorations on Saturday, January 16, and many hands will make the work go quickly! If you are interested in helping or have any questions, call Tom at 833-8035 or Melissa at 839-2208. Please meet in the Chapel Meting Room at 9:30 a.m.

MEDJUGORIE PRAYER GROUP

The next meeting of the Medjugorie Prayer Group will be held on Tuesday, January 19, at 9:30 a.m. at 2402 Kensing-ton Ave. Please call 839-9641 if you are attending. All are invited.

THANK YOU …

to all the friends and families who supported the 8th Grade Class fundraiser poinsettia sale. Thank you also to Bengert Greenhouses for the assistance with is successful fundraiser

END OF YEAR FINANCIAL STATEMENT

If you need a financial statement for your 2009 donations, please complete the form below and put in the collection basket or call the Rectory at 839-1430.

Name: _______________________________________

Address: ______________________________________

ADORATION CHAPEL

Can’t find the right words to talk over a sensitive subject with a friend or relative? Consider taking with your Father first - God the Father, that is. Sometimes the quiet of prayer can help us find the words we need.

The 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 open from approximately 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. daily. Questions? Call Kathy at 839-9223, or Linda at 639-0936.

If you were thinking you would like to join in the unceasing prayer in the Adoration Chapel for this New Year and beyond, NOW is the TIME, and THESE are the HOURS Where YOU are needed most:

Thursday at 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Friday at 3:00 p.m.

Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

USED CLOTHING COLLECTION BOX

You may have noticed that an additional Blue Used Cloth-ing Collection Box has been placed in the School parking lot. Your generosity has made this possible.

A reminder: please place ONLY clothing in the boxes. If you have furniture, appliance, etc., call St. Vincent de Paul Society at 882-3360.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

(Director: Mrs. Peggy Page / Phone #: 839-0946)

?Grades 1-5: 11:00-12:00 Noon on Sunday, January 10

?Grades 6 & 7: 7:00-8:15 p.m. on Monday, January 11

?Grade 9: Classes for Grade 9 will meet today, Sunday, January 10. Teachers have contacted their students in re-gard to time and place for class.

VOCATION VIEW - This is National Vocation Week. Celebrate our common vocation of Baptism. Pray for those who are discerning a call to live their baptismal commit-ment as religious Brothers, Sisters, Priests or Deacons. If God is calling you, call Rev. Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS

(Principal: Mrs. JoAnn Mikulec / Secretary: Mrs. Reczek - 839-0473)

January 13 - 8:00 a.m. Mass – Prepared by 7th Grade

- Pizza Lunch

January 14 - Parent Guild Meeting – 7:00 p.m. in the

School Library. All School parents are welcome.

January 15 - Catholic Charities “Out of Uniform for $1- Sabres

Day”; 8th Grade Dance

YOUTH NEWS

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

ðYouth Group Meeting - From 11:00-12:00 Noon in the Church Library on Sunday, February 7 and 21. All interested high school teens are invited to these meetings.

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

ONE GIFT REMAINS UNOPENED UNDER THE TREE: “THE GIFT OF GRIEF”

Grief becomes a gift when its power is used to transform our lives.

Grief is our common ground. Healing can begin to take place when you are able to journey through suffering on a path to a wholeness.

Please join us for a DVD presentation of “The Gift of Grief” with discussion on Thursday, January 21 at 7:00 p.m. in the Church Library,

Saturday, January 23 at 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel Meeting Room.

Please call Renée at 839-1430, ext. 221 or e-mail rvilla@ctksnyder.com to register.

“The time you spend with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament is the best time you will spend on earth. Each moment that you spend with Jesus will deepen you union with Him and make your soul everlastingly more glorious and beautiful in Heaven, and will help bring about everlasting peace on earth.”

- Mother Teresa

THEOLOGY ON TAP: BUFFALO

Come to this casual and relaxed Catholic speaker series where young adults in their 20’s and 30’s gather for straight talk, hard facts and real answers on the Catholic faith and how it applies to daily life. Come learn about the Catholic faith in a new and exciting way! Join us on Tuesday, January 5 with Dennis Coakley, Pro-Life Director for the Diocese of Buffalo speaking on Men and Women for All Seasons: Catholics, Responsible Citizenship and the Public Square. The event will take place at Coles (1104 Elmwood Ave. in Buffalo). Come early for dinner. Talk begins at 7:30 p.m.. For more information visit: www.wlof.net.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

If you are interested in helping the homeless many posi-tions are available at the Little Portion Friary. There is a tremendous need for volunteers to a variety of tasks. Please contact Ed Long at 875-9629 if interested in volunteering for this very important ministry.

CTK CALENDARS FOR 2010 are now available. Please take one home and refer to it for the Holy Days and parish phone numbers. Our thanks to Dietrich Funeral Home for providing our parish with the calendars.

AREA EVENTS

âCatching the Spirit - Tuesday, January 12 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. - at Nativity Church (Main and Harris Hill) in the Msgr. Paa Social Center. Topic will be on Benedictine Spiri-tuality and presented by Sr. Ann McCarthy, OSB

âRetroubaile Weekend for marriages that are troubled or in crisis is scheduled for January 22-24 at the St. Columban Retreat Center, Derby. To register and for information call Paul & Carol at 937-9810 or go to www.marriagesaved.com

PROJECT TRUTH - ProjectTruth is a character-based, absti-nence-until-marriage education program that seeks to provide WNY adolescents with the good decision-making skills they will need to make healthy, life-affirming choices. The program is administered by Catholic Charities through a federal grant. To learn more about this program, call 332-3910 or go to projectruth.com.

TOO MANY CALENDARS? - This is the time of year when many of us end up with various calendars for the New Year that we know we will never use or need. Did you know that many of the patrons of the St. Vincent de Paul Dining room never own a calendar? They would appreciate any extra calendars you may receive over the next few weeks. Please drop them off at the Rectory.

ATTENTION SNOWBIRDS!

Before leaving for your warmer winter environment, please make a pledge now to Appeal 2010 for Catholic Charities. It will relieve your mind and help your parish reach its goal by the closing Sunday. Call Catholic Charities Appeal Dept. at 856-4494 to make your pledge today or donate securely online at www.ccwny.org. Thank you.

THE ANSWER IS ELEMENTARY:

Catholic Alumni Partnership

The Catholic Alumni Partnership (CAP) is a new privately funded project, aimed at helping Catholic elementary schools reconnect with their alumni. It’s purpose is to help develop a strong, sustainable annual fundraising program for each of the Catholic elementary schools participating in CAP, with alumni support as its foundation.

You are urged to respond to a letter you may have re-ceived in the mail, or go to www.clickYES.com. Your sup-port of our Catholic School is needed. You can go to www.myCTKschool.com to learn about Christ the King School.

ELECTRONIC GIVING – Secure and Easy.

CARE FOR CREATION

Consider the importance of committing to one ac-tion in order to care for “the great gift of God’s Creation”. Water is an especially precious gift. Consider some of the following: Shorten your shower by a minute or two and you’ll save up to 150 gallons per month. Turn off the water while you shave and save up to 300 gallons a month. Since most bottled water is tap water, invest in a water bottle and use the water from your own tap.

Be joyful always;

Pray continually;

Give thanks in all circumstances,

For this is God’s will for you

In Christ Jesus.

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., January 9 - Vigil , Baptism of the Lord

2:00 p.m. WEDDING Samantha McMullen and Charles Eashak

4:30 p.m. Paul Orrange - Virginia Harder

SUN., January 10 - The Baptism of the Lord

Upper 8:00 a.m. Elizabeth Schaefer - Joyce E. Richards

Lower 10:00 a.m. John and Molly Conway - The McAuley Family

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

MON., January 11 - Weekday, 1st Week in Ordinary Time

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

TUES., January 12 - Weekday, 1st Week in Ordinary Time

8:00 a.m. Dr. Anthony and Shirley Mancini - Sisters

WED., January 13 - St. Hilary, bishop and doctor of the Church

8:00 a.m. Daniel and Lucy Fortunato - Mr. & Mrs. Sam Bellittiere

THURS., January 14 - Weekday, 1st Week in Ordinary Time

8:00 a.m. All Souls Intentions - Parish Intentions

FRI., January 15 - Weekday, 1st Week in Ordinary Time

8:00 a.m. Therese Macro - Members of the CTK St.

Vincent de Paul Society

SAT., January 16 - Vigil , 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

4:30 p.m. Helen Blake - Jane O’Connell

SUN., January 17 - Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Upper 8:00 a.m. Ed O’Connell - Rita Lankes

Lower 10:00 a.m. Dr. Herbert Klipfel - wife Eve,

Upper 12:15 p.m. Peter C. Schmitt, Sr. - Carl and Anne Schmitt and Family

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 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

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.

ONGOING NEED FOR FOOD - The St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room operates all year, and we are asking our parishioners to be aware that we collect food in the vesti-bule of the Upper Church every week. The demand for food pantry / dining room services is increasing. There-fore we are turning to our parishioners to assist in support-ing this growing need. Thank you for your support.

WELCOME THE TRAVELING STATUES INTO YOUR HOME - Statues of Jesus & Mary are available to be displayed in your home for one week. If you are inter-ested, please call Pat Weissman at 839-1285, and leave a message. While you have the statues, you are encouraged to say a daily Rosary. The statues have become so popular over the years, that two sets are now available. Consider the benefits.

ARE YOU STRUGGLING? … with finances, domestic vio-lence or child behavior issues, Catholic Charities is the place to start. Find help through a caring staff member who can help sort out the issues at one of our many neighborhood offices. For more information call 856-4494 and go to www.ccwny.org.

OLD GLASSES / CELL PHONES / HEARING AIDS

The Amherst Lions Club has placed a collection box in the back of the Church for old glasses, cell phones and hearing aids. Please remember to use these boxes instead of throw-ing these items away.

IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS STRUGGLING

MARCH FOR LIFE IN WASHINGTON, DC

This is your last chance to reserve a spot on the Diocese of Buffalo bus, leaving at 5:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 21 from the parking lot at Christ the King traveling to Washington, DC to participate in the March for Life on Friday, January 22.

Hotel reservations at the Washington Plaza Hotel for Thursday night may be made by calling Jeremy (202) 408-6154 or online at www.washingtonplazahotel.com. Bus reservations must be made through the Office of Pro-Life Activities 847-2205. The cost for the bus is $125 and the hotel is approximately $139. More details are available online at www.buffalodiocese.org/prolife .

CHRIST THE KING
30 Lamarck Drive
Amherst, New York 14226-4596
Bulletin for the week of January 17, 2010

Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS

TODAY: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

1st Reading – Isaiah 62:1-5

2nd Reading – 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Gospel – John 2:1-11

NEXT SUNDAY: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

1st Reading – Nehemiah 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10

2nd Reading – Corinthians 12:12-30

Gospel – Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21

“‘Everyone serves good wine first, and then when people have drunk freely, an inferior one; but you have kept the good wine until now.’ Jesus did this as the begin-ning of his signs at Cana in Galilee and so revealed his glory, and his disciples began to believe in him.” John 2:10

IN YOUR PRAYERS…

… Please pray for the sick, listed in the Adoration Chapel;

…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially: Danielle Amigone, Joan Barron, Dennis Dee, Paul Eberhard, Irene Fronc, Lucretia Geraci, Mae Grana, Bob Grossman, Joseph Hartnett, Maryanne Hook, Pat Lucey, James Mahoney, Maureen Michaels, Linda Moretuzzo, Charleen O‟Reilly, Minot Ortolani, Lynne Scalia, Don Schultz, Bill Small, Katherine Studer, Grace Suozzi, Ken Syracuse, and David Twist;

…those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially: Rosanna Heckl (sister of Thomas Corey), Richard LaMendola (husband of Joyce), and Ann Stoj (mother of Pamela McKenna);

…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.

Please 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.

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH

Weekly Offering / Week Ending

âJanuary 4, 2009 - Regular Collection - $15,910

âJanuary 3, 2010 - Regular Collection - $10,388

âJanuary 11, 2009 - Regular Collection - $14,696

âJanuary 10, 2010 - Regular Collection - $16,442

December Electronic Donations: $5,541.33

Thank you for your support!

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS

MEDJUGORIE PRAYER GROUP

The next meeting of the Medjugorie Prayer Group will be held on Tuesday, January 19, at 9:30 a.m. at 2402 Kensing-ton Ave. Call 839-9641 if you are attending. All are invited.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL DINING ROOM

Due to the poor economy, the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room, located in Buffalo at Main and Bryant Streets, is experiencing an increase in the number of guests it serves each day. Your help is appreci-ated through the food donations in the basket in the Church Vestibule and through monetary donations in the Poor Boxes, located at the Church entrance.

WINTER TIME

Snow, ice, slippery sidewalks and messy roads, make any traveling difficult this time of year. If you have difficulty getting around in good weather, it is common sense to stay home if it is icy or too snowy. You can watch the Mass on television, or call the Rectory to have someone bring you weekly communion during the winter months. You dont want to take a chance of falling and hurting yourself. God understands.

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.

END OF YEAR FINANCIAL STATEMENT

If you need a financial statement for your 2009 donations, please complete the form below and put in the collection basket or call the Rectory at 839-1430.

Name: _______________________________________

Address: ______________________________________

CONGRATULATIONS TO …

Samantha (McMullen) and Charles Eashak, who were married in our parish last Saturday. We wish them God‟s blessings and a happy life together.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

(Director: Mrs. Peggy Page / Phone #: 839-0946)

?Grades 1-5: There are no classes on Sunday, January 17. Classes will resume on Sunday, January 24.

?Grades 6 & 7: There are no classes on Monday, January 18. Classes will resume on Monday, January 25.

VOCATION VIEW

“The Spirit of the Lord is upon you to bring glad tidings to the poor and to proclaim the release of captives.” Are you called to be a print, deacon, or sister? If God is calling you, call Rev. Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS

(Principal: Mrs. JoAnn Mikulec / Secretary: Mrs. Reczek - 839-0473)Monday, January 18 - No School; Dr. Martin Luther King Day observed

Wednesday, January 20 - 8:00 a.m. Mass, Prepared by the 3rd Grade

Thursday, January 21 - Pizza Lunch

 Friday, January 22 - 2nd Quarter Marking Period Report

Cards will be sent home today

WINTERSPACE „10, FEBRUARY 16-19

Parents: Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart will be offering Winterspace „10, full and half day camps for girls in grades 4-7 during the Winter break. Camps include Beautiology-The Science Behind Beauty, Simply Art, Spruce it UP, and Warm it Up. Extended day is available each day until 5:30 p.m. For more information call Sacred Heart at 834-2101 ext 311 or visit the website at www. Sacredhearta-cademy.org

MOVIE REVIEW LINE

ONE GIFT REMAINS UNOPENED UNDER THE TREE:

“THE GIFT OF GRIEF”

Grief becomes a gift when its power is used to transform our lives.

Grief is our common ground.

Healing can begin to take place when you are able to journey through suffering on a path to a wholeness.

Please join us for a DVD presentation of “The Gift of Grief” with discussion on

Thursday, January 21 at 7:00 p.m.

in the Church Library,

Saturday, January 23 at 9:00 a.m.

in the Chapel Meeting Room.

Please call Renée at 839-1430, ext. 221 or e-mail rvilla@ctksnyder.com to register.

ROE v. WADE

On January 22, 1973 the United States Supreme

Court handed down a decision which, in conjunction

with the accompanying decision (Doe vs. Bolton)

allowed for the destruction of human life from

conception through the partial delivery of a fully devel-oped child for any reason or no reason. The result was the death of over 1.2 million unborn children each year and, what Pope John Paul II termed a "Culture of Death". As this grim anniversary draws near we ask that you take some time to

*Pray-for the unborn, their mothers and fathers and all who work in the abortion industry that they may come to see the value and dignity of every child;

*Educate yourself-about abortion, embryonic stem-cell

research and cloning so you can be informed and

knowledgeable;

*Speak out-against abortion and for life. Abortion not only

ends the life of a child, but Abortion also hurts

women. To be pro-woman is to be pro-life!

ROE v. WADE OBSERVANCE MASS

Saturday, January 23, at 4:00 PM Holy Family of Jesus, Mary & Joseph 1413 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY

Bishop Edward U. Kmiec, Celebrant and Homilist

LIGHT A CANDLE FOR LIFE ON JANUARY 22 Everyone is encouraged to place a candle in the front window of their homes at sundown on Friday, January 22. The candle serves as a reminder of the millions unborn and almost born babies who have been aborted since the hei-nous Supreme Court decision of Roe v. Wade in 1973.

It is better to light just one little candle Than to stumble in the dark. Better by far that you light just one little candle, All you need is a tiny spark If we'd all say a prayer that the world would be free, A wonderful dawn of a new day we'd see... And if everyone lit just one little candle, What a bright world this would be.

TOO MANY CALENDARS?

AREA EVENTS

âLiving Life in a Non-Violent Way - learn how we are violent to self and others in how we speak and/or act. On Tuesday, January 19, at 7:30 p.m. Sister Martha Olszewski will speak at Pour Lady of Perpetual Help Parish in Lakeview (2052 Lakeview Rd. between Rts. 5 & 20)

âTheology on Tap: Buffalo is a casual and relaxed Catholic speaker series where young adults in their 20‟s & 30‟s gather for straight talk, hard facts and real answers on the Catholic Faith and how it applies to daily life. Next meeting is on Tuesday, February 9, at 7:30 at Coles (1104 Elmwood Ave.) Doors open at 6:00 p.m., talk begins at 7:30. Speaker is Eddy Simon, lay minister form S. Luke‟s Mission of Mercy speak-ing on “Free at Last: A Former Drug Addict‟s Witness to God‟s Mercy.” For more information visit www.wlof.net

âPrograms at St. Columban Center, 6892 Lakeshore Rd., Derby. For complete information call 947-4708 or visit www.stcolumbancenter.org. Programs are: On Feb. 17, Ash Wednesday, “Take up Your Cross and Follow Me…”; Feb. 19-20, Men of AA; and Feb. 21, Contemplative Prayer Meeting.

PROJECT TRUTH

Project Truth is a character-based, abstinence-until-marriage education program that seeks to provide WNY adolescents with the good decision-making skills they will need to make healthy, life-affirming choices. The program is administered by Catholic Charities through a federal grant. To learn more about this program, call 332-3910 or go to projectruth.com.

CHURCH CALENDARS

CTK calendars for 2010 are now available. Please take one home and refer to it for the Holy Days and parish phone numbers. Our thanks to Dietrich Funeral Home for provid-ing our parish with the calendars.

YOUTH NEWS

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

ðYouth Group Meeting - From 11:00-12:00 Noon in the Church Library on Sunday, February 7 and 21. All interested high school teens are invited to these meetings.

THE ANSWER IS ELEMENTARY:

Catholic Alumni Partnership

The Catholic Alumni Partnership (CAP) is a new privately funded project, aimed at helping Catholic elementary schools reconnect with their alumni. It‟s purpose is to help develop a strong, sustainable annual fundraising program for each of the Catholic elementary schools participating in CAP, with alumni support as its foundation.

CARE FOR CREATION

Is it more environmentally friendly to hand-wash dishes or to use a dishwasher?

Dishwashers are the way to go if you comply with two simple criteria:

1) Run a dishwasher only when it‟s full, and don‟t rinse your dishes before putting them in the dish-washer.

2) Don‟t use the dry cycle. The water used in-most dishwasher is hot enough to evaporate quickly if the door is left open after the wash and rinse cycles are complete.

"You will never be happy with what you want

if you are not happy with what you have."

Author unknown

ADORATION CHAPEL

How much time do you spend at work each week?

How much time do you spend watching the TV?

How much time do you spend with Our Lord each week?

If you were thinking you would like to join in the

unceasing prayer in the Adoration Chapel for this New Year and beyond,

NOW is the TIME, and THESE are the HOURS Where YOU are needed most:

Friday at 3:00 p.m.

Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

Also, Check the list posted outside of the Chapel

for other hours needed to be filled

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., January 16 - Vigil , 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

4:30 p.m. Helen Blake - Jane O‟Connell

SUN., January 17 - Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Upper 8:00 a.m. Ed O‟Connell - Rita Lankes

Lower 10:00 a.m. Dr. Herbert Klipfel - wife Eve,

Upper 12:15 p.m. Peter C. Schmitt, Sr. - Carl and Anne Schmitt and Family

MON., January 18 - Weekday, 2ne Week in Ordinary Time

8:00 a.m. Jean Hadyn - Larry and Joanne Randles

TUES., January 19 - Weekday, 2nd Week in Ordinary Time

8:00 a.m. Rita Penberthy - The Brechtel Family

WED., January 20 - St Fabian, pope and martyr; St. Sebastian, martyr

8:00 a.m. Lawrence Rumenski - Casey and Sue Murszewski

THURS., January 21 - Saint Agnes, virgin and martyr

8:00 a.m. Mary Schwab Murphy - Family

FRI., January 22 - St. Vincent, deacon and martyr

8:00 a.m. ANNIV. Edward Frontera - wife, Marie

SAT., January 23 - Vigil , 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

4:30 p.m. Deceased Members of the Cunninghan Family - Pat and Mary Ann Cunningham

SUN., January 24 - Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Upper 8:00 a.m. Christopher Andrusz - Mom and Dad

Lower 10:00 a.m. Mass to End Abortion

Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Robert Georger - Family

THE MITTEN AND HAT TREE WAS A “SUCCESS”

Many thanks to all those who helped decorate the tree in the Church vestibule before Christmas with mittens, hats and gloves. Approximately 100 sets of gloves were given to St. Luke‟s Mission of Mercy, and a tremen-dous 200-300 pairs given to Holy Cross Church. Holy Cross Church was very appreciative, having received no other donations to help keep their parishioners warm. Thank you to CTK parishioners for your very warm hearts!!!

PRAYER FOR OUR TROOPS

PARISH ROSARY CHAIN

WELCOME THE

TRAVELING STATUES INTO YOUR HOME

Statues of Jesus & Mary are available to be displayed in your home for one week. If you are interested, please call Pat Weissman at 839-1285, and leave a message. While you have the statues, you are encouraged to say a daily Rosary. The statues have become so popular over the years, that two sets are now available. Consider the benefits.

IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS STRUGGLING

USED CLOTHING COLLECTION BOX

You may have noticed that an additional Blue Used Clothing Collection Box has been placed in the School parking lot. Your generosity has made this possible.

A reminder: please place ONLY clothing in the boxes. If you have furniture, appliance, etc., call St. Vincent de Paul Society at 882-3360.

ATTENTION SNOWBIRDS!

Before leaving for your warmer winter environ-ment, please make a pledge now to Appeal 2010 for Catholic Charities. It will relieve your mind and help your parish reach its goal by the closing Sunday. Call Catholic Charities‟ Appeal Dept. at 856-4494 to make your pledge today or donate securely online at www.ccwny.org. Thank you.

ANNULMENT WRITING WORKSHOP

Here‟s a chance for anyone having trouble writing an-nulment papers to get it done in one weekend. The ses-sion will be held, Friday, February 26, from 7:00-10:00 p.m. and Saturday, February 27 from 8:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m. in the UB Newman Center, 495 Skinnersville Road, Amherst (the traffic light just past Sweet Home High School). $20 regis-tration fee includes snacks, lunch and supplies. To register, call Barbara Wyse at 633-7786

CHRIST THE KING
30 Lamarck Drive
Amherst, New York 14226-4596
Bulletin for the week of January 24, 2010

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS

TODAY: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

1st Reading – Nehemiah 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10

2nd Reading – Corinthians 12:12-30

Gospel – Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21

NEXT SUNDAY: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

1st Reading – Jeremiah 1:4-5, 17-19

2nd Reading – 1 Corinthians 12:31 - 13:13

Gospel – Luke 4:21-30

IN YOUR PRAYERS…

… Please pray for the sick, listed in the Adoration Chapel;

…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially: Danielle Amigone, Robert Beamer, Timothy Beamer, Joan Barron, Robert Allan Davis, Dennis Dee, Paul Eberhard, Sister Maureen Fanning, Irene Fronc, Lucretia Geraci, Mae Grana, Bob Grossman, Joseph Hartnett, Maryanne Hook, Paul Klonowski, Phillip Kurnick, Pat Lucey, James Mahoney, Maureen Michaels, Linda Moretuzzo, Charleen O‟Reilly, Minot Ortolani, Lynne Scalia, Don Schultz, Bill Small, Katherine Studer, Grace Suozzi, Ken Syracuse, and David Twist;

…those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially: Maria Herman, Nicholas Orrange (nephew of Jim Beamer), Dominic Pulifito (uncle of Renée Villa and Dorothy Tuyn (mother of Rev. William Tuyn);

…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.

Please 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.

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH

Weekly Offering / Week Ending

âJanuary 18, 2009 - Regular Collection - $14,318

âJanuary 17, 2010 - Regular Collection - $13,612

Thank you for your support!

GOSPEL REFLECTION

The bondage of a stressful schedule and the time-devouring demands of multi-tasking can “blind” you to the needs of your loved ones. Jesus tells us in the gospel: “Today the scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing.” Perhaps you are the “the captive who needs to be set free.” Come Lord Jesus, set us free!

ATTENTION: LECTORS, EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS

AND ALTAR SERVERS

Letters were sent via email to those of you who have requested to receive information electronically. If you did not receive this, please email me so I can update my address book. I have received many returns as undeliverable. Thank you. www.rvilla@ctksnyder.org

HAITI EARTHQUAKE RELIEF

Donations are still being taken this weekend, for the victims of the earthquake in Haiti.

May we remember to keep in our prayers: those who have died, the injured, those left homeless, those who have gone to Haiti to help and those who are helping from home. May God keep us all close to his heart.

END OF YEAR FINANCIAL STATEMENT

If you need a financial statement for your 2009 donations, please complete the form below and put in the collection basket or call the Rectory at 839-1430.

Name: _______________________________________

Address: ______________________________________

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING

… Quinn McKenna O’Connor daughter of Emily (Higgins) and Ryan O‟Connor who was baptized in our Church last Sunday, January 17.

To My Christ the King Family,

Thank you for your expression of heartfelt sympathy at the time of my mother death. My family and I appreciated your concern and support.

May God Bless You,

Msgr. Joe Sicari

SNYDER, NEW YORK

JANUARY 24, 2010

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

(Director: Mrs. Peggy Page / Phone #: 839-0946)

?Grades 1-5: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon on Sunday, January 24

?Grades 6 & 7: 7:00-8:15 p.m. on Monday, January 25

?Grade 2 - First Reconciliation: The Mini-Retreat will be held on Sunday, February 7, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This week, letters will be mailed to the families of students who will be making First Reconciliation. If this date or time presents a problem for you and your child, please contact the office.

VOCATION VIEW

Before you were formed in the womb God knew you. Before you were born you were dedicated to the Lord. Do not be afraid to respond to God‟s call. If God is calling you, call Rev. Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS

(Principal: Mrs. JoAnn Mikulec / Secretary: Mrs. Reczek - 839-0473)

Wednesday, January 27 - 8:00 a.m. Mass – Grade 8

Thursday, January 28 - Catholic Education Dinner

Friday, January 29 - “French Fry Friday” - $1.50 per order

available during all lunch periods

Sunday, January 31 - 10:00 a.m. Catholic Schools‟ Week Mass

OPEN HOUSE to follow in the school until 12:30 p.m.

We Celebrate Catholic School’s Week January 31-February 5, 2010

WINTERSPACE ‘10, FEBRUARY 16-19

Parents: Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart will be offering Winterspace „10, full and half day camps for girls in grades 4-7 during the Winter break. Camps include Beautiology-The Science Behind Beauty, Simply Art, Spruce it UP, and Warm it Up. Extended day is available each day until 5:30 p.m. For information call Sacred Heart at 834-2101 ext 311 or visit t www. Sacredheartacademy.org

CARE FOR CREATION

Energy Saving Tip: Heat Only the Space You Need.

Close off rarely used rooms to save energy and money. One way to save money on your heating bill and reduce the amount of energy you‟re using is to stop heating rooms you rarely use.

Your furnace works hard to keep every room in your house warm and cozy all winter, but if you‟re paying to heat rooms you don‟t spend much time in, then you‟re wasting both energy and money. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, lowering your thermostat one degree can reduce your heating bill by 1 percent.

Make sure the room with your thermostat is getting plenty of heat, but close heat vents and doors in rarely used rooms to reduce your energy consumption and lower your heating bills. Once you’ve taken this simple step, you may notice that your house has fewer drafts and warms up faster.

RESPECT LIFE SUNDAY JANUARY 24, 2010

ROE v. WADE

On January 22, 1973 the United States Supreme Court handed down a decision which, in conjunction with the accompanying decision (Doe vs. Bolton) allowed for the destruction of human life from conception through the partial delivery of a fully developed child for any reason or no reason. The result was the death of over 1.2 million unborn children each year and, what Pope John Paul II termed a "Culture of Death". As this grim anniversary is commemorated, we ask that you take some time to:

*Pray-for the unborn, their mothers and fathers and all who work in the abortion industry that they may come to see the value and dignity of every child;

*Educate yourself-about abortion, embryonic stem-cell research and cloning so you can be informed and knowledgeable;

*Speak out-against abortion and for life. Abortion not only ends the life of a child, but Abortion also hurts women. To be pro-woman is to be pro-life!

ATTENTION: CAREGIVERS AND FRIENDS OF CAREGIVERS

Do you have a relative, neighbor or friend within the parish community who is no longer able to attend Mass but would benefit from Holy Communion? Are they homebound? In Nursing Home care? Please check with them and then complete the following form and drop it into the collection basket. We will then make arrangements for a pastoral visit. Thank you and God bless you.

Name: _____________________________________

Address: ____________________________________

Contact Person: _________________________________

Contact Info (phone, e-mail, address, or other):

YOUTH NEWS

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

ðYouth Group Meeting - From 11:00-12:00 Noon in the Church Library on Sunday, February 7 and 21. All interested high school teens are invited to these meetings.

ANNULMENT WRITING WORKSHOP

Here‟s a chance for anyone having trouble writing annulment papers to get it done in one weekend. The session will be held, Friday, February 26, from 7:00-10:00 p.m. and Saturday, February 27 from 8:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m. in the UB Newman Center, 495 Skinnersville Road, Amherst (the traffic light just past Sweet Home High School). $20 registration fee includes snacks, lunch and supplies. To register, call Barbara Wyse at 633-7786

AREA EVENTS

âTheology on Tap: Buffalo is a casual and relaxed Catholic speaker series where young adults in their 20‟s & 30‟s gather for straight talk, hard facts and real answers on the Catholic Faith and how it applies to daily life. Next meeting is on Tuesday, February 9, at 7:30 at Coles (1104 Elmwood Ave.) Doors open at 6:00 p.m., talk begins at 7:30. Speaker is Eddy Simon, lay minister form S. Luke‟s Mission of Mercy speaking on “Free at Last: A Former Drug Addict‟s Witness to God‟s Mercy.” For more information visit www.wlof.net

âPrograms at St. Columban Center, 6892 Lakeshore Rd., Derby. For complete information call 947-4708 or visit www.stcolumbancenter.org. Programs are: On Feb. 17, Ash Wed., “Take up Your Cross and Follow Me…”; Feb. 19-20, Men of AA; and Feb. 21, Contemplative Prayer Meeting.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY:

St. Vincent de Paul Society thanks CTK parishioners for their generosity with two separate projects this Christmas: ØWhat A Wonderful Donation of Coats, Jackets, Outerwear for our friends in Buffalo! Now everyone is warm in the 200 generous coats you donated! Thank you from CTK St Vincent de Paul Society

ØThanks to CTK parishioners who sponsored 30 families over Christmas. It is only through the gifts that you collected that help make the Holidays special for the families in need who come to us. The gifts, food items, gift certificates and other miscellaneous items that were included in your “adopt a family” gift simply astounded all involved. It is a great comfort to our organization to realize that there are people who share our spirit to make life a little bit kinder for our community‟s needs.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL DINING ROOM

Due to the poor economy, the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room, located in Buffalo at Main and Bryant Streets, is experiencing an increase in the number of guests it serves each day. Your help is appreciated through the food donations in the basket in the Church Vestibule and through monetary donations in the Poor Boxes, located at the Church entrance.

URGENT MESSAGE FROM THE US CONFERENCE OF CATHOLIC BISHOPS

Stop Abortion Funding in Health Care Reform!

Protect Conscience

Ensure Affordable Health Coverage

Allow Immigrants to Purchase Private Health Insurance

As long-time advocates of health care reform, the U.S. Catholic bishops continue to make the moral case that genuine health care reform must protect the life, dignity, consciences and health of all, especially the poor and vulner-able. Health care reform should not advance a pro-abortion agenda in our country.

• On November 7, the U.S. House of Representatives passed major health care reform that reaffirms the essential, longstanding and widely supported policy against using federal funds for elective abortions and includes positive measures on affordability and immigrants.

• On December 24, the U.S. Senate rejected this policy and passed health care reform that requires federal funds to help subsidize and promote health plans that cover elective abortions. All purchasers of such plans will be required to pay for other people’s abortions through a separate payment solely to pay for abortion.

Outside the abortion context, neither bill has adequate conscience protection for health care providers, plans or employer.

These two bills must now be combined into one bill that both the House and Senate will vote on in final form. Provisions against abortion funding and in favor of conscience protection, affordability, and immigrants’ access to health care must be part of a fair and just health care reform bill, or the final bill must be opposed.

ACTION: Contact your Representative and Senators today by e-mail, phone or FAX.

• To send a pre-written, instant e-mail to Congress go to www.usccb.org/action. Call the U.S. Capitol switchboard at: 202-224-3121, or call your Members’ local offices. Contact info can be found on Members’ web sites at www.house.gov and www.senate.gov.

MESSAGE—HOUSE:

“I am pleased that the House health care bill maintains the longstanding policy against federal funding of abortion. I urge you to work to uphold essential provisions against abortion funding, to include full conscience protection and to assure that health care is accessible and affordable for all. Until and unless these criteria are met, I urge you to oppose the final bill.”

MESSAGE—SENATE:

“I am deeply disappointed that the Senate health care bill fails to maintain the longstanding policy against federal funding of abortion and does not include adequate protection for conscience. I urge you to support essential provisions against abortion funding, similar to those in the House bill. Include full conscience protection and assure that health care is accessible and affordable for all. Until and unless these criteria are met, I urge you to oppose the final bill.”

WHEN: Votes in the House and Senate on the final bill are expected in January. Act today! Thank You!

MASS INTENTIONS

SAT., January 23 - Vigil , 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

4:30 p.m. Deceased Members of the Cunningham
Family - Pat and Mary Ann Cunningham

SUN., January 24 - Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Upper 8:00 a.m. Christopher Andrusz - Mom and Dad

Lower 10:00 a.m. Mass to End Abortion

Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Robert Georger - Family

MON., January 25 - The Conversion of St. Paul, apostle

8:00 a.m. Joseph Ridolfi - Peggy Page

TUES., January 26 - St. Timothy and St. Titus, bishops

8:00 a.m. Peter O‟Connor - Andrew Wegrzyn

WED., January 27 - St. Angela Merici, virgin

8:00 a.m. Alice Eashak - Marge Eagan

THURS., January 28 - Saint Thomas Aquinas, priest and

doctor of the Church;

8:00 a.m. Rose P. Lombardo - Mr. & Mrs. Alfred F.Luhr III

FRI., January 29 - Weekday, 3rd Week in Ordinary Time

8:00 a.m. Matthew V. Niedbalski - The Luhr Family

SAT., January 30 - Vigil , 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time

4:30 p.m. Deceased Members of the Gaglione and

Mineo Families

SUN., January 31 - Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Upper 8:00 a.m. William McCarthy - The McCarthy Family

Lower 10:00 a.m. Catholic School Week

Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Robert Brodnicki - Family

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

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.

WELCOME THE TRAVELING STATUES INTO YOUR HOME . Statues of Jesus & Mary are available to be displayed in your home for one week. If you are interested, please call Pat Weissman at 839-1285, and leave a message. While you have the statues, you are encouraged to say a daily Rosary. The statues have become so popular over the years, that two sets are now available. Consider the benefits.

IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS STRUGGLING

USED CLOTHING COLLECTION BOX - You may have noticed that an additional Blue Used Clothing Collection Box has been placed in the School parking lot. Your gener-osity has made this possible. A reminder: please place ONLY clothing in the boxes. If you have furniture, appliance, etc., call St. Vincent de Paul Society at 882-3360.

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.

WINTER TIME - Snow, ice, slippery sidewalks and messy roads, make any traveling difficult this time of year. If you have difficulty getting around in good weather, it is common sense to stay home if it is icy or too snowy. You can watch the Mass on television, or call the Rectory to have someone bring you weekly communion during the winter months. You don‟t want to take a chance of falling and hurting yourself. God understands.

MOVIE REVIEW LINE - The Catholic Communications Campaign provides a national 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 perspective call 1-800-311-4CCC.

ADORATION CHAPEL

Can‟t find the right words to talk over a sensitive subject with a friend or relative? Consider talking with your Father first - God the Father, that is. Sometimes the quiet of prayer can help us find the words we need.

If you were thinking you would like to join in the unceasing prayer in the Adoration Chapel for this New Year and beyond, NOW is the TIME, and THESE are the HOURS Where YOU are needed most:

Wednesday 9:00 p.m.

Friday at 3:00 p.m.

Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

Also, Check the list posted outside of the Chapel

for other hours needed to be filled

CHRIST THE KING
30 Lamarck Drive
Amherst, New York 14226-4596
Bulletin for the week of January 31, 2010

Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS

TODAY: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

1st Reading – Jeremiah 1:4-5, 17-19

2nd Reading – 1 Corinthians 12:31 - 13:13

Gospel – Luke 4:21-30

NEXT SUNDAY: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

1st Reading – Isaiah 16:1-2a

2nd Reading – 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Gospel – Luke 51-11

IN YOUR PRAYERS…

… Please pray for the sick, listed in the Adoration Chapel;

…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially: 2009: Danielle Amigone, Joan Barron, Dennis Dee, Paul Eberhard, Irene Fronc, Lucretia Geraci, Mae Grana, Bob Grossman, Joseph Hartnett, Maryanne Hook, Pat Lucey, James Mahoney, Maureen Michaels, Linda Moretuzzo, Charleen O‟Reilly, Minot Ortolani, Lynne Scalia, Don Schultz, Bill Small, Katherine Studer, Grace Suozzi, Ken Syracuse, and David Twist; 2010: Robert Beamer, Timothy Beamer, Robert Allan Davis, Sister Maureen Fanning, Paul Klonowski, Phillip Kurnick, Janet MacMurtrie, and Bill Smith;

…those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially: Dorothy Tuyn (mother of Rev. William Tuyn)

…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.

Please 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.

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH

Weekly Offering / Week Ending

âJanuary 25, 2009 - Regular Collection - $14,833

âJanuary 24, 2010 - Regular Collection - $11,777

Thank you for your support!

CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES - Today, we will be collecting for Catholic Relief Services, also known as the American Bishops‟ Overseas Appeal. This Appeal assists the poor throughout the world.

HAPPY 62nd BIRTHDAY

FR. JOHN GAGLIONE

SATURDAY, JANUARY 30

CANDLEMAS DAY, the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, is on Tuesday, February 2. Candles will be blessed before the 8:00 a.m. Mass, and will be available in Church or the Rectory for $2 .

ST. BLAISE DAY on Wednesday, February 3, which is celebrated with the blessing of the throats. Throats will be blessed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass. There will also be a general throat blessing , at all the Masses this weekend.

FRIDAY OF THIS WEEK is the First Friday for the month of February. Mass will be at 8:45 a.m. After Mass, the Rosary and Altar Society will meet in the Library to recite the Rosary and will then go to the Wehrle Restaurant for a Dutch-treat breakfast. For reservations, please call Virginia Harder at 839-2030 before noon on Thursday, February 4. All women of the parish are welcome.

THE NEXT PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS will be held on Tuesday, February 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. If you are attending, 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.

ATTENTION: LECTORS, EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS & ALTAR SERVERS - Letters were sent via email to those who have requested to receive information electronically. If you did not receive this, please email Renee at www.rvilla@ctksnyder.com so she can update her address book, many e-mails have been returned as undeliverable.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL 2010

Patron Saint of this year’s appeal is St. Damien of Molokai. He was a man who gave relentlessly of himself to serve others, even at the cost of his own life. Born Joseph de Veuster in 1840 in Belgium, his patronage included spending 16 years caring for the physical, medical, and spiritual needs of people with leprosy who had been exiled to the barren island of Molokai, Hawaii under a govern-ment-sanctioned medical quarantine. Through the services of Catholic Charities, you can help your neighbor in need, those who may be disadvantaged, or those who may struggle with mental illness.

Whoever. Wherever. Whenever. Catholic Charities is always there. Please be there too. Give selflessly to the 2010 Appeal. Find out more at www.ccwny.org or call 218-1400.

END OF YEAR FINANCIAL STATEMENT

If you need a financial statement for your 2009 donations, please complete the form below and put in the collection basket or call the Rectory at 839-1430.

Name: _______________________________________

Address: ______________________________________

CTK SCHOOL NEWS

(Principal: Mrs. JoAnn Mikulec / Secretary: Mrs. Reczek - 839-0473)

Catholic School’s Week

January 31-February 5, 2010

Sunday, January 31: 10:00 a.m. Mass,followed by

Open House in the School until 12:30pm

Monday, February 1: Blue and Gold Day !

Students, show your true CTK spirit by wearing Blue and Gold to school today – no uniforms required! We will begin our week with a Prayer Service during morning prayer. We will be making Valentine Day Cards for nursing homes and attending an assembly “Milk for Health” .

Tuesday, February 2: Spelling Bee

Junior High students will be participating in the annual Spelling Bee at 1:00 p.m. in the school gym. (Parents are invited attend). Students in Grades K, 1 & 2 will go outside to play!

Wednesday, February 3: Silly Sock Day & Spaghetti Lunch!

Mix and match your sock, wear solids with polka dots, whatever it takes to make your socks silly today! And then Enjoy a delicious Spaghetti Lunch with family and friends today! Parents are invited to attend (wear your silly socks, too!)

Thursday, February 4: Student Field Days

This is a student only event

Friday, February 5: 8:45 a.m. Mass

Parents are invited to attend

Silly Hat Day - Now is your time to wear that silly hat to school, and keep it on your head all day long (except when attending Mass). Watch out for a surprise from your “Teacher” today!

2nd Quarter Awards Assembly at 11:15 a.m. in the School Gym, Parents are invited to attend.

Ice Cream Social - 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the School Gym, $4 per person will be collected at the door. Support your favorite team by wearing their jersey to the event. Music and Karaoke provided by BRS Sounds.

WINTERSPACE ‘10, FEBRUARY 16-19

Parents: Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart will be offering Winterspace „10, full and half day camps for girls in grades 4-7 during the Winter break. Camps include Beautiology-The Science Behind Beauty, Simply Art, Spruce it UP, and Warm it Up. Extended day is available each day until 5:30 p.m. For information call Sacred Heart at 834-2101 ext 311 or visit t www. Sacredheartacademy.org

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

(Director: Mrs. Peggy Page / Phone #: 839-0946)

?Grades 1-5: There are No Classes on Sunday, January 31. Classes will resume on Sunday, February 7.

?Grades 6 & 7: 7:00-8:15 p.m. on Monday, February 1

?Grade 2 - First Reconciliation Mini-Retreat will be held on Sunday, February 7, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This week, letters were mailed to the families of students who will be making First Reconciliation. If this date or time pre-sents a problem for you and your child, please contact the office.

?First Reconciliation - The children of our parish will be making First Reconciliation on Wednesday, February 24, or Thursday, February 25. We ask that our parish family pray for these children as they complete their final preparation for this sacrament. Today, we will begin to list the names of the candidates who will be making First Reconciliation. The following candidates are in Mrs. Jude Hinton‟s class: Veronica Bargnesi, Olivia Brinkworth, Quintin Cusack, Max Damiani, Samantha Denz, Mary Claire Dougherty, Lucy Doyle, Anna Glodzik, Matthew Greco, Emily Greene, Owen Hebeler, Mark Hofmeister, Laura Lojacono, Jillian Martin, Gianna Monetti, Evan Olszewski, Madeline Olszewski, Shane Olszewski, Carson Ortolani, Romy Paolini, William Pratt, Alexander Sinatra, Daniel Sippel, Emily Starkweather, Grace Uba, and Benjamin Whipple.

VOCATION VIEW

Do not be afraid. If the Lord is calling you to the ordained or consecrated life, do not be afraid.Jesus calls and will give you the grace to respond wholeheartedly. If God is calling you, call Rev. Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

ADORATION CHAPEL

We invite you to deepen your personal relationship with Jesus Christ. You need not know much in order to please HIM, only

LOVE HIM dearly

CONFIDE in HIM,

ASK for the goods of the body and mind,

TELL HIM your pains and pleasures.

If you were thinking you would like to join in the unceasing prayer in the Adoration Chapel for this New Year and beyond, NOW is the TIME, and THESE are the HOURS Where YOU are needed most:

Wednesday 9:00 p.m.

Thursday at 7:00 p.m.

Friday at 3:00 p.m.

Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

Also, Check the list posted outside of the Chapel

for other hours needed to be filled

USED CLOTHING COLLECTION BOX

You may have noticed that an additional Blue Used Clothing Collection Box has been placed in the School parking lot. Your generosity has made this possible. A reminder: please place ONLY clothing in the boxes. If you have furniture, appliance, etc., call St. Vincent de Paul Society at 882-3360.

BLOOD DRIVE at Ss. Peter & Paul Church, Williamsville, on Sunday, February 14, from 8:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. in Memory of Joseph Thomas Bukowski. Call UNYTS at 512-7940 to make an appointment.

ANNULMENT WRITING WORKSHOP

Here‟s a chance to get your annulment papers done in one weekend. The Annulment Writing Workshop will be held Friday, February 26, from 7:00-10:00 p.m. and Saturday, February 27 from 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. in the UB Newman Center, 495 Skinnersville Road, Amherst (the traffic light just past Sweet Home High School). The $20 registration fee includes snacks, lunch and supplies. To register, call Barbara Wyse at 633-7786

CARE FOR CREATION

Energy Saving Tip: Use a Hot Water Bottle to Reduce Your Personal Chill Factor.

Hot water bottles make warm companions on cold nights. Looking for a foolproof way to stay warm on a cold night? Use a hot water bottle.

Hot water bottles are inexpensive and elegantly efficient for knocking the chill off cold sheets before you slide into bed, or warming your cold feet once you‟re under the covers.

Hot water bottles also come in handy as foot and hand warmers when you come in from the cold outdoors. And if you‟re reading, watching television, or engaged in some other quiet activity on a cold night, a hot water bottle and a warm throw can create a cozy cocoon.

When the water turns cold, put the bottle aside and use the water for your plants.

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 offer-ing always reaches their parish! To learn more, call the office at 839-1430, and information can be sent out.

THE FOLLOWING ARE NOTES OF THANKS TO OUR PARISHIONERS FOR THEIR GENEROUS DONATIONS

OF TOYS, FOOD AND MONEY TO OUR FRIENDS IN BUFFALO,DURING THE CHRISTMAS SEASON.
Gratefully,

St. Vincent de Paul Conference, CTK

“Thank you for your generosity. The check for us to use for our needy is so appreciated. May God Bless you all.”

St. Vincent de Paul Conference at Holy Cross Church

“Peace, joy and greets to all our friends! Thank you for you gifts, kindness and donations. You are all very special to all of us, and we will keep you in our prayers.”

Brother Timothy, St. Patrick’s Friary

“You have been most generous each year to help our ministry keep functioning. This year the numbers services has increased, but the Good Lord took care of us, with large food donations. Your generous check will purchase extra food and other necessary expenses for the pantry. God Bless you all, peace, joy and hope in 2010”

St. Patrick’s Pantry

“Thank you for all your generous donations, your com-mitted support and kindness to us. If it weren’t for your donations, many of our families would have nothing for their children on Christmas. Thank you for your faithful-ness, generosity and dedications to the least among us.”

St. Martin de Porres Parish

YOUTH NEWS

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

ðYouth Group Meeting - From 11:00-12:00 Noon in the Church Library on Sunday, February 7 and 21. All inter-ested high school teens are invited to these meetings.

“Our immigrant and low income Catholic Families are struggling to provide daily necessities. Your gifts helped us to give hope and joy to those in most need. The Gospel truly comes alive when we are for each other.”

Our Lady of Hope Church

MASS INTENTIONS

SAT., January 30 - Vigil , 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time

4:30 p.m. Deceased Members of the Gaglione and Mineo Families

SUN., January 31 - Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Upper 8:00 a.m. William McCarthy - The McCarthy Family

Lower 10:00 a.m. Catholic School Week

Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Robert Brodnicki - Family

MON., February 1 - Weekday, 4th Week in Ordinary Time

8:00 a.m. Patricia Wingerter - The Riso Family

TUES., February 2 - The Presentation of the Lord

8:00 a.m. Bob Kersten - Rosemary Kersten

WED., February 3 - St. Blaise, bishop & martyr; St. Ansgar, bishop

8:00 a.m. Jody Pizzuto - Peggy Page

THURS., February 4 - Weekday, 4th Week in Ordinary Time

8:00 a.m. Joanne Fleischauer - Pat and Mike Dimino

FRI., February 5 - St. Agatha, virgin and martyr

8:00 a.m. Josephine Syracuse - John and Cindie Siefiert and family

SAT., February 6 - St. Paul Miki, martyr, and his companions, martyrs

4:30 p.m. Kenneth Koessler - Steve and Katie Juhasz

SUN., February 7 - Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Upper 8:00 a.m. William and Geraldine Schwab - Family

Lower 10:00 a.m. ANNIV. Peter David Ray - Family

Upper 12:15 p.m. Angelo Suozzi - The Mark Scott Family

AREA EVENTS

âHoly Spirit School Reunion - We are celebrating our 100 Anniversary of the parish this year. All are invited to a grand School reunion on Sunday, February 7, beginning with the 11:00 Mass, followed by a reception and tours. Bring your family, friends, and photos to share.

âTheology on Tap: Buffalo is a casual Catholic speaker series for young adults in their 20‟s & 30‟s. Next meeting is on Tuesday, February 9, at 7:30 at Coles (1104 Elmwood Ave.) Doors open at 6:00 p.m., talk begins at 7:30. Speaker is Eddy Simon, lay minister form S. Luke‟s Mission of Mercy speaking on “Free at Last: A Former Drug Addict‟s Witness to God‟s Mercy.” For more information visit www.wlof.net

âMarriage Encounter Weekend - February 19-21 - at the Quality Inn & Suites, Fairview, PA (exit 18 or I-90). For information call 814-823-4600 or go to www.wwme.org

âFish Fry or Shrimp Dinner at St. Andrew‟s Parish Hall, 111 Crocker St. Sloan - February 17 - 4-7 p.m. Fish or shrimp, French fries, cole slaw salad, beverage & dessert. $9 at door.

âDrive-Up Fish Fry - Friday, February 19 - 4-7 pm at St. Greg-ory‟s Ministry Center Parking Lot. Dinners $9.50 per person.

âIf you are interested in helping the homeless, many positions are available at Little Portion Friary. Please contact Ed Long at 875-9629.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL DINING ROOM

Due to the poor economy, the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room, located in Buffalo at Main and Bryant Streets, is experiencing an increase in the number of guests it serves each day. Your help is appreciated through the food donations in the basket in the Church Vestibule and through monetary donations in the Poor Boxes, located at the Church entrance.

WELCOME THE TRAVELING STATUES INTO YOUR HOME. Statues of Jesus & Mary are available to be displayed in your home for one week. If you are interested, please call Pat Weissman at 839-1285, and leave a message. While you have the statues, you are encouraged to say a daily Rosary. The statues have become so popular over the years, that two sets are now available. Consider the benefits.

PRAYER FOR OUR TROOPS

PARISH ROSARY CHAIN

ATTENTION: CAREGIVERS AND FRIENDS OF CAREGIVERS

Do you have a relative, neighbor or friend within the parish community who is no longer able to attend Mass but would benefit from Holy Communion? Are they homebound? In Nursing Home care? Please check with them and then complete the following form and drop it into the collection basket. We will then make arrange-ments for a pastoral visit. Thank you and God bless you.

Name: _____________________________________

Address: ____________________________________

Contact Person: _________________________________

Contact Info (phone, e-mail, address, or other):

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