March '09

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: First Sunday of Lent
1st Reading – Genesis 9:8-15
2nd Reading – 1 Peter 3:18-22
Gospel – Mark: 1:12-15

NEXT SUNDAY: Second Sunday of Lent
1st Reading – Genesis 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18
2nd Reading – Romans 8:31b-34
Gospel – Mark 9:2-10

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Sonja Bailey, Joan Barron, Wanda Bartczak, Charlie Basil, Andrew Benbenek, Natalie Berg, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Tim Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Jennifer Buchheit, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Mary Ann Corbett, Dennis Dee, Ronald Donnelly, Silvana Dorner, Nancy Eberhard, Jerry Fasolino, Sister Dorothy Feltz, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Josephine Giglia, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, Calvin Harrington, George Herzog, Kristine Ann Jeffery, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Mary Jane Kersten, Lauren Violet Krichbaum, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, Kim Kuhn, Meg Kujawa, Richard LaMendola, Barbara Liebler, John Lintner, Lily LoTempio, Anne Lundy, Marion Lyons, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Eileen McCarthy, J. Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Teresa Newland, Donald O’Brien, 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, George Schanzer, Margaret Kathleen Scherrer, Marie Schmidt, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Connie Smith, Bill Smith, Benjamin Smith, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Lottie Swiatek, Pat Telaak, Phil Teller, Elizabeth Thomas, Lois Todaro, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, JoAnn Wahlgren, Jason Walczak, James Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Christine Weir, Paul Whelan, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind, Mary White, Helen Wnek, and Lucy Zinzola;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Dorothy LaPorte (sister of Esther Kehoe), Eugenia Palmatier (sister of Deacon Norm Foster), and Magdalena Skenderovic (mother of Rev. Ivan Skenderovic), and Richard J. Walsh (father of Richard L. Walsh )
…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.

THE PARISH ROSARY CHAIN is made up of a group of parishioners who pray daily, a decade of the rosary 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 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

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH
Weekly Offering / Week Ending
 February 17, 2008 – Regular Collection - $12,488
 February 15, 2009 – Regular Collection - $15,816

 February 24, 2008 – Regular Collection - $13,455
 February 22, 2009 – Regular Collection - $12,193.50
Thank you for your Support!!

SIGN POSTCARDS TODAY!!!!
FREEDOM OF CHOICE ACT AND
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH AND PRIVACY PROTECTION ACT
 Fight FOCA Postcard Day – Join Catholics in sending messages to the US Congress and the NY State Legislators opposing two legislative threats to unborn children that would fund and promote abortions on Federal and State levels. FIGHT FOCA POSTCARD CAMPAIGN asks you to sign postcards that will be mailed to Capitol Hill opposing the “Freedom of Choice Act”. For more information on the bill, please see www.nchla.org and www.fightfoca.com .
 Oppose the RHAPP Bill – You’ll be asked to Oppose the RHAPP Bill in NY State by signing up to the Catholic Advocacy network online at www.NYSCatholic.org. For more information see www.buffalodiocese.org/prolife/index.htm.

FRIDAY THIS WEEK is the First Friday for the month of March. Masses will be at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m. After Mass, the Rosary and Altar Society will gather in the Library to recite the Rosary and will then go to the Wehrle Restaurant for a Dutch-treat breakfast. For reservations, call Virginia Harder at 839-0230 before noon on Thursday, March 5. All Women of the parish are welcome!

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER 2009 – Christ the King Parish will host this year’s annual Global Prayer Service on Friday, March 6, at 1:00 p.m. in the Upper Church. This service is approximately 1 hour long, and is followed by a social. Several area Christian denominations will be joining us. Everyone is welcome. This year’s theme, prepared by the WDP Committee of Papua, New Guinea, is “In Christ there are many members, yet one body.” This DAY OF PRAYER is WORLDWIDE … beginning with the first sunrise for March 6. Come and experience Global Unity in the Name of Jesus.

NEXT SUNDAY IS HOLY NAME SUNDAY. Members, 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.

THE NEXT PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS will be held on Tuesday, March 17 at 7:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. 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 Drive.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING … Conner Xavier Colleary, son of Keri (Francis) & Christopher; and Hannah Grace Sullivan, and Madison Elizabeth Sullivan, twin daughters of Kristen (Francis) & Patrick Sullivan, who were baptized in our Church last Sunday.

When: Saturday, March 14th
Where: Chapel Meeting Room
Time: 8:00 a.m. Mass in the Upper Church
9:00 a.m. – Coffee, Donuts, Bagels, etc.
Retreat Ends before 12:00 Noon

All Parishioners – Men and Women –
Are cordially invited to this program
No Admission Fee Required

CTK PARISH SCHEDULE FOR LENT
✝ Daily Weekday Masses: 6:45 (6:40 on Wednesday) and 8:00 a.m.
✝ Stations of the Cross: Fridays at 7:00 p.m. at:
Christ the King: March 6, March 20, April 3, and April 10 (Good Friday)
Saints Peter and Paul: March 13, March 27, and April 10 (Good Friday)
✝ Confessions: Every Saturday from 3:45-4:15 p.m.
✝ Novena of Grace: After 8:00 a.m. Mass, Wednesday March 4 – Thursday, March 12
✝ Response to Love Center: Wednesday, March 11
✝ Prayer Shawl Ministry: 7:00-9:00 pm on Wednesday, March 11,18,25, & April 8
✝ Holy Name Mini-Retreat: Saturday March 14 – 8:00-12:00 Noon
✝ Lenten Penance Service: Wednesday, March 18 at 7:00 p.m. at Ss. Peter & Paul Church
✝ Parish Fish Fry: Friday, March 20 – Prepaid Orders due by March 10;
✝ Catholic Charities Target Weekend: March 28 & 29
✝ Lenten Speaker Series: April 1, 2 and 3
✝ Palm Sunday: Sunday, April 5
✝ Holy Week: April 6 - 11
✝ Easter Sunday: Sunday, April 12

MAKE YOU LENTEN SACRIFICE HELP THE ENVIRONMENT. In today’s reading, God made a covenant with Noah, his descendants and “every living creature.” God calls us to live in a right relationship with creation. FACT: 380 Billion plastic bags annually that are made from Millions of barrels of petroleum/oil. LENTEN PRACTICE: One way to live in right relationship with creation is to consider our everyday practices. One practice we can consider is what do we use when we shop? The simple action of using REUSABLE CLOTH BAGS for shopping helps the environment.

LENTEN FISH FRY – Please join us for the annual Lenten Fish Fry on Friday, March 20, in the School Gym. Tickets MUST be pre-ordered by March 10. Fish Fries are $8, and Chicken Fingers are $5.50. Eat-in or take out. Return form below to Rectory or in the Sunday Collection Basket. Questions? Call Ellen Green at 839-3797.
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Name _______________________________________________________________________

Phone #_______________________________________________________________________

Number of Chicken Fingers: _____ $ _______ Total Enclosed $____________
----------------------------Please Return to Rectory or in Collection Basket by March 10----------------------

THE NOVENA OF GRACE is a 9-day prayer to St. Francis asking for a favor from God. It will be
prayed after the 8:00 a.m. weekday Mass beginning on Wednesday, March 4 through Thursday,
March 12. You are asked to pray the Novena on Saturday and Sunday on your own, at home or at the
Church. The petition forms and Novena prayer can be found in front of the St. Francis statue on the left
side Altar of the Upper Church.

THE STATIONS OF THE CROSS on the walls of our Church refer to the Passion of Jesus. Praying with the Stations, helps the faithful to make a spiritual pilgrimage of prayer by meditating on the Scenes of Christ’s suffering and death. From now until Palm Sunday, two of the fourteen Stations will be represented along with a brief explanation of each Station.
✝ THE THIRD STATION – JESUS FALLS: “The God who created the universe by His will alone becomes a man too weak to bear the weight of the cross. Please give me the strength to struggle after you. “
✝ THE FOURTH STATION – JESUS MEETS HIS MOTHER: “To watch the pain of those we love is harder than to bear our own pain. I do believe for those who love You, all things work together for good.”

RESPONSE TO LOVE CENTER – This Lent, join fellow parishioners at the Response To Love Center to prepare, serve and enjoy lunch with their guests. Sister Johnice is in need of 10 volunteers from our parish to meet at the Center, 130 Kosciuszko St in Buffalo (14212) on Wednesday, March 11th from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Call Allison at 839-5225 to join our carpool.

KNIT A PRAYER SHAWL THIS LENT – We have an active group, who knit / crochet prayer shawls for those who need God’s comforting and healing presence. With the recent crash of Continental Flight 3407, a request was made, and 75 Prayer Shawls were given to the families of the victims. What a blessing that we were able to provide some comfort to those family members. If you are interested in joining us, please come on Wednesday, March 11 (no meeting on March 4) from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the Church Library. The doors opening onto the inside parking lot will be unlocked.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: “Before they call I will answer; while they are still speaking I will hear: Isaiah 65:24
There is always a need for Adorers!
We are currently looking for people to sign-up to adore weekly at:
 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Friday
 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday and Saturday
 10:00 p.m. on Saturday (two needed).
 11:00 p.m. on Friday
If you can fill one of these time periods, call Kellie at 834-3466, or Linda at 839-1889. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you & God bless you!

END OF YEAR FINANCIAL STATEMENTS are available by sending a note to Rectory Office (you can place it in the collection basket), or call us at 839-1430.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
† Classes for Sunday, March 1: Grades 1-5 – 11:00-12:00 Noon
† Classes for Monday, March 2: Grades 6 & 7 – 7:00-8:15 p.m.
† Grade 2 – First Reconciliation – This coming Wednesday, March 4th, and Thursday, March 5th, 59 candidates will receive the sacrament of Reconciliation. We ask that our parish community pray for our candidates as they complete their final preparation for this Sacrament.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
For the 2009-2010 School Year limited spaces are available in Pre-K 3, and Grades 1,2,3, and 4. Contact the school office 839-0473 ext. 301 for more information.
 Monday, March 2 – Pep Rally
 March 3-5 – NYS Math Exam – Grade 4
 March 3-12 – 32nd Basketball Tournament
 March 4 – 8:00 a.m. Mass – prepared by 5th Grade
 March 5 – Field Trip – 7 & 8th Grade – Kleinhans, Production of Paul Revere
 March 6 – 8:45 a.m. Mass; Grade 6 Field Trip to UB Center for the Arts – CSI Live
Noon Dismissal; Faculty Meeting

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3596)
 Youth Group Meeting – Sunday, February 22, 11:00 AM in the church library. All high school teens are welcome.
 Teen Talks – Join us for a special series of meetings this Lent for all interested teens from 11:00-12:00 Noon on: Sunday, March 1 and 15, we will be meeting in the Church Library, to take a look at some of the Lenten Scriptures, and specifically how these readings speak to teens.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES – We’re always there, please be there too. Catholic Charities’ could not maintain its presence in cities, towns and villages throughout WNY without the support of donors like you, who care enough to help. Of those we serve, children are among the most vulnerable, and Catholic Charities strives to protect the young. From foster care and adoption programs, to high quality child-care for the neediest children in our community; from mental health to workforce development programs to employ youth, individual empowerment and well-being is our focus and our goal. Give selflessly to Appeal 2009. Find out more at www.ccwny.org or call 856-4494.

THIS SUNDAY, at the 8:00 a.m. Mass, Our Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) catechumens and candidates – Zachary Fox, Matthew Hofmeister, Christopher Decker and Sarah Quinteri will participate in the Rite of sending. At that time their sponsors will ratify that they are ready for the Sacraments of Initiation – Baptism, confirmation and Eucharist. Nick Magnini will be making his Profession of Faith at the Easter Vigil. At 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 1, they will join other prospective Catholics from throughout the Buffalo diocese at St. Amelia’s Church, where Bishop Edward Kmiec will receive them in the liturgical Rite of Election. Please keep our catechumens and candidates in your prayers throughout this Lenten season.

PRAYERS AFTER 8:00 a.m. 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

MASSES
SAT., February 28 – Vigil of First Sunday of Lent
4:30 p.m. Mary Egner – daughter, Judith

SUN., March 1 – First Sunday of Lent
Upper 8:00 am People of the Parish – Rev. John R. Gaglione
Lower 10:00 a.m. ANNIV. Elizabeth Saeli – daughters, Beth, Melissa, Meg & Claire
Upper 12:15 pm ANNIV. Ruth Cecala – son, Frank Cecala

MON., March 2 – Lenten Weekday
6:45 a.m. Teresa A. Campagna - Estate
8:00 a.m. Mary Troy – Mr. & Mrs. Eugene Neff

TUES., March 3 – Katharine Drexel, virgin
6:45 a.m. Frances Oddi – Estate
8:00 a.m. Rita Sanchez – Aunt Ronnie

WED., March 4 – Casimir
*6:40 a.m. Peter M. O’Connor – Thomas & Diane Revelas
8:00 a.m. James J. Murphy – The DeRosa Family

THURS., March 5 – Lenten Weekday, First Week of Lent
6:45 a.m. Dorothy E. Wiest – Estate
8:00 a.m. Michael Gruenthancer, Sr. – Dan Staszak & Family

FRI., March 6 – Lenten Weekday
6:45 a.m. Al Trybus – Helen Fuitak
*8:45 a.m. Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Mikulec – The Robert Mikulec Family
7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross at Christ the King Church

SAT., March 7 – Vigil of Second Sunday of Lent
4:30 p.m. Eleanor Fisher – Family

SUN., March 8 - Second Sunday of Lent
Upper 8:00 am Deceased Members of the Rusciolelli Family – Celeste Kersten
Lower 10:00 a.m. Thomas Slough – Angela Coppola
Upper 12:15 pm John Covey – Pooh Corner Pre-School

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.

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Second Sunday of Lent
1st Reading – Genesis 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18
2nd Reading – Romans 8:31b-34
Gospel – Mark 9:2-10

NEXT SUNDAY: Third Sunday of Lent
1st Reading – Exodus 20:1-17
2nd Reading – 1 Corinthians 1:22-25
Gospel – John 2:13-25

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Sonja Bailey, Joan Barron, Wanda Bartczak, Charlie Basil, Andrew Benbenek, Natalie Berg, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Tim Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Jennifer Buchheit, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Mary Ann Corbett, Dennis Dee, Ronald Donnelly, Silvana Dorner, Nancy Eberhard, Jerry Fasolino, Sister Dorothy Feltz, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Josephine Giglia, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, Calvin Harrington, George Herzog, Kristine Ann Jeffery, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Mary Jane Kersten, Lauren Violet Krichbaum, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, Kim Kuhn, Meg Kujawa, Richard LaMendola, Barbara Liebler, John Lintner, Lily LoTempio, Anne Lundy, Marion Lyons, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Eileen McCarthy, J. Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Teresa Newland, Donald O’Brien, 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, Lorraine Singleton, Connie Smith, Bill Smith, Benjamin Smith, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Katherine Studer, Lottie Swiatek, Pat Telaak, Phil Teller, Elizabeth Thomas, Lois Todaro, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, JoAnn Wahlgren, Jason Walczak, James Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Christine Weir, Paul Whelan, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind, Helen Wnek, and Lucy Zinzola;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Michele Destino-Moran (mother of Banaszak), and Tom Fay (father of Ellen Maloney)
…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

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH
Weekly Offering / Week Ending
 March 2, 2008 – Regular Collection - $13, 593.16
 March 1, 2009 – Regular Collection - $18,723.35
Thank you for your Support!!

6:45 A.M. MASS – THIS WEEK
On Monday and Tuesday of this week (March 9 and March 10), there will be NO 6:45 a.m. Mass. The regular schedule will resume on Wednesday, March 11 (Wednesday at 6:40 a.m., Thursday, Friday at 6:45 a.m.)

NOVENA OF GRACE
The Novena of Grace is a 9-day prayer to St. Francis asking for a favor from God, and it continues to be prayed until Thursday, March 12, after the 8:00 a.m. weekday Mass. The petition forms and Novena prayer can be found in front of the St. Francis statue on the left side Altar of the Upper Church.

BLACK AND NATIVE AMERICAN MISSIONS
This Mission collection is now in it’s 125th year. Many churches and schools depend on these monetary gifts for evangelization grants to continue their local programs and pastoral activities. Please place your donation envelope in the first collection. There will not be a second collection.

ROSARY FOR LIFE
Next Saturday, March 14, 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.

ATTENTION BAKERS!!!
We need three people from Christ the King Parish to provide 6-dozen items of your choice for the vicariate talk at St. Peter and Paul's Church in Williamsville on Monday March 9th at 7:30 PM. Please call Renee at 839-1430 or e-mail rvilla@ctksnyder.com if you are able to help with this task during the Lenten season. Thank You and God Bless.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION MEETING
There will be a meeting for all Division Leaders, Captains, and Scheduled Adorers who are able to attend on the morning of Friday, March 20 at 8:30 a.m. in the Chapel Meeting. Room.

SOPRANO’S WANTED
The Adult Choir is especially in need of some Soprano “voices” – but if you are interested in any capacity, please call Adria Ryan at 839-1430.

CTK PARISH SCHEDULE FOR LENT
✝ Daily Weekday Masses: 6:45 (6:40 on Wednesday) and 8:00 a.m.
✝ Stations of the Cross: Fridays at 7:00 p.m. at:
Christ the King: March 20, April 3, and April 10 (Good Friday)
Saints Peter and Paul: March 13, March 27, and April 10 (Good Friday)
✝ Confessions: Every Saturday from 3:45-4:15 p.m.
✝ Men’s Prayer Group: Every Monday evening, 8:15-9:00 p.m.
✝ Response to Love Center: Wednesday, March 11
✝ Prayer Shawl Ministry: 7:00-9:00 pm on Wednesday, March 11,18,25, & April 8
✝ Holy Name Mini-Retreat: Saturday March 14 – 8:00-12:00 Noon
✝ Lenten Penance Service: Wednesday, March 18 at 7:00 p.m. at Ss. Peter & Paul Church
✝ Parish Fish Fry: Friday, March 20 – Prepaid Orders due by March 10;
✝ Catholic Charities Target Weekend: March 28 & 29
✝ Lenten Speaker Series: April 1, 2 and 3
✝ Palm Sunday: Sunday, April 5
✝ Holy Week: April 6 - 11
✝ Easter Sunday: Sunday, April 12

KNIT A PRAYER SHAWL THIS LENT
We have an active group, who knit / crochet prayer shawls for those who need God’s comforting and healing presence. There are people of all ages who have knit Prayer Shawls for our parish to distribute, but the honor of knitting the most prayer shawls goes to Verna Nalbach – the 93rd year old aunt of a parishioner, who is currently working on her 115th Prayer Shawl. We thank Verna for her dedication and for all of the time she has given to help others. We know this has been a work of love for her. If you are interested in joining us, we meet weekly on Wednesday evenings from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the Church Library. The door opening onto the inside parking lot will be unlocked.

PENANCE SERVICE
Our Parish Penance services are now being held jointly with Saints Peter & Paul Church, Williamsville. This year the Lenten Penance Service will be held at Saints Peter & Paul Church on Wednesday, March 18th at 7:00 p.m. The following priests will be available to hear confessions: Fr. John Gaglione, Msgr. Charles Griffin, Fr. Jerome Kopec, Fr. Daniel O’Leary, Msgr. John Ryan, Msgr. Joseph Sicari, and Fr. Stephen Vasek

NEXT SATURDAY – HOLY NAME LENTEN MINI-RETREAT
The Retreat Leader for this year’s Lenten Mini-Retreat is Fr. Richard Zajac, Chaplain at Sisters Hospital, and will be held on Saturday, March 14. The Mini-Retreat begins with 8:00 a.m. Mass, and is followed by refreshments and the presentation in the Chapel Meeting Room. All parishioners (men and women) are invited to the program. There is no pre-registration or admission fee.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS
You are invited to pray the stations on the Fridays of Lent. The stations will be prayed in conjunction with Ss. Peter & Paul Parish in Williamsville. This Friday, March 13, the stations will be prayed at Ss. Peter and Paul.
The Stations of the Cross on the walls of our Church refer to the Passion of Jesus. Praying with the Stations, helps the faithful to make a spiritual pilgrimage of prayer by meditating on the Scenes of Christ’s suffering and death. This week there is a brief explanation of the Fifth and Sixth Stations of the Cross:.
✝ THE FIFTH STATION – Simon helps Jesus carry His Cross: The guards pull Simon from the crowd and force him to carry the cross. How many times have I refused to help others?
✝ THE SIX STATION – Veronica wipes the face of Jesus: Veronica pushes past the guards to wipe your bloody face. Lord, live in me, act in me and love in me.

RESPONSE TO LOVE CENTER
This Lent, join fellow parishioners at the Response To Love Center to prepare, serve and enjoy lunch with their guests. Sister Johnice is in need of 10 volunteers from our parish to meet at the Center, 130 Kosciuszko St in Buffalo (14212) on Wednesday, March 11th from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Call Allison at 839-5225 to join our carpool.

MEN’S PRAYER GROUP
The Men’s Prayer Group meets every Monday evening from 8:15-9:00 p.m. in the Upper Church. At this time of great sorrow for our nation, we are asking the men of our parish to unite in prayer. The rosary is recited along with other traditional prayers of the Church. Any man is welcome to attend at any time. Let us join together in spiritual defense of this land we love.

MAKE YOUR LENTEN SACRIFICE HELP THE ENVIRONMENT
In today’s Gospel, at one point the Apostles “no longer saw anyone but Jesus alone with them.” How do you see Jesus with you in the present world?
Fact: The petroleum in 14 plastic bags would drive a car one mile. What effect can this have on creation?
Lenten Practice: How can I transform the power I have as a first-world citizen for the common good? Using cloth bags may seem like a very small action, the reality is on average, a family used 4-6 grocery bags a week, which can add up to 300 bags a year. Think about it……

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
 Classes for Sunday, March 8: Grades 1-5 – 11:00-12:00 Noon
 Classes for Monday, March 9: Grade 7 – 7:00-8:15 p.m.
 Grade 2 – First Reconciliation – This week 59 of our children received the Sacrament of Reconciliation. On behalf of our parish community, we congratulate them and their families. A special “thank you” to Robin Paolini and Mary De Rosa for the altar banner; and to JoAnne Greco for preparing the Reconciliation certificates. Thank you to their teachers for their commitment and dedication they gave to their students as they prepared them for this sacrament. They are: Mrs. Kathleen Gramza, Ms. Jude Hinton, Mrs. Mary Tanevich and Mrs. Peggy Page.

VOCATION VIEW – As Peter, James and John had a ‘mountaintop experience’ with Jesus, so too do those who are faithful to Jesus, experiencing His marvelous presence as they follow in His footsteps as a priest, deacon, brother or sister. If you think God is call calling you to a Church vocation, 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
For the 2009-2010 School Year limited spaces are available in Pre-K 3, and Grades 1,2,3, and 4. Contact the school office 839-0473 ext. 301 for more information.
 March 3-12 – 32nd Basketball Tournament
 March 10-12 – NYS Math Exam for 8th Grade
 Wednesday, March 11 – Field Trip for Grades 3 & 4 to “History Express”, Niagara County
 Wednesday, March 11 – 8:00 a.m. Mass prepared by the 6th Grade

LENTEN FISH FRY
Please join us for the annual Lenten Fish Fry on Friday, March 20, in the School Gym. Tickets MUST be pre-ordered by March 10. Fish Fries are $8, and Chicken Fingers are $5.50. Eat-in or take out. Return form below to Rectory or in the Sunday Collection Basket. Questions? Call Ellen Green at 839-3797.
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Name _______________________________________________________________________

Phone #_______________________________________________________________________

Number of Chicken Fingers: _____ $ _______ Total Enclosed $____________
----------------------------Please Return to Rectory or in Collection Basket by March 10----------------------

RESPECT LIFE MOMENT
"Justice ceases to be just when it ceases to be human."
– St. Katherine Drexel
As Respect Life Coordinators of our parish, and on behalf of the Respect Life Committee, we would like to sincerely thank Father Gaglione, and the many volunteers and parishioners of CTK for assisting in the National Fight FOCA/Oppose RHAPP postcard campaign conducted throughout the Diocese of Buffalo last weekend. The U.S. Bishop's Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities, the National Committee for a Human Life Amendment, Bishop of Buffalo the Most Rev. Edward U. Kmiec and the Diocesan Pro-Life Director Dawn M. Iacono are grateful for your united efforts and Catholic participation by making a significant difference in promoting the sanctity of human life at both the federal and state levels. We will be sending out over 1200 postcards over the coming weeks, spreading out the mailing for the greatest possible impact.
Thank you for caring – Maureen Pratt and Kathy Gallson

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3596)
 Youth Group Meeting – Sunday, February 22, 11:00 AM in the church library. All high school teens are welcome.
 Teen Talks – Join us for a special series of meetings this Lent for all interested teens from 11:00-12:00 Noon on: Sunday, 15, we will be meeting in the Church Library, to take a look at some of the Lenten Scriptures, and specifically how these readings speak to teens.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
“There are some people who, in order not to pray, use as an excuse the fact that life is so hectic; that it prevents them from praying. This cannot be. … It is not necessary to always be meditating, nor to consciously experience the sensation that we are talking to God, no matter how nice this would be. What matters is being with him, living in him ... in his will. To love with a pure heart, to love everybody, especially to love the poor, is a 24 hour prayer.” – Mother Teresa of Calcutta

There is always a need for Adorers!
We are currently looking for people to sign-up to adore weekly at:
 Sunday at: 12:00 Midnight, 2:00 a.m., and 4:00 a.m.
 Monday at: 12:00 Midnight, 2:00 a.m., and 4:00 a.m.
 Tuesday at 1:00 a.m., and 3:00 a.m.
 Wednesday at 1:00 a.m., 3:00 a.m., 4:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m.
If you can fill one of these time periods, call Joanne at 839-1343, or Linda at 839-1889. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you & God bless you!

END OF YEAR FINANCIAL STATEMENTS are available by sending a note to Rectory Office, you can place it in the collection basket, or call us at 839-1430.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES
Did you know that the Appeal for Catholic Charities is able to direct .92 cents of every dollar you contribute to programs and services benefiting friends and neighbors in your community? As the most comprehensive human service agency in WNY, Catholic Charities’ mission is to provide help to all people – infants, youth, families, elderly and disabled regardless of race or religious affiliation. May we all be inspired by the example set by St. Martin de Porres 400 years ago, and may we follow his example of unbounded and helpful charity to the poor during Appeal 2009. Whoever. Wherever. Whenever. Catholic Charities is always there. Please be there too. Give selflessly to Appeal 2009. Find out more at www.ccwny.org or call 856-4494.

WHAT ARE YOU DOING FOR LENT THIS YEAR?
The 10th Annual Lenten Series will explore the life, the writings and the missionary journeys of St. Paul. The lectures are held on Monday evenings at various locations. Why give up something for Lent when you can do something positive for your spiritual life? No cost. No reservations required. Come and bring a friend:
Monday, March 9 – St. Paul’s First Missionary Journey; Ss. Peter and Paul Church, Main St. Williamsville (632-2559); Sr. Jean Thompson, OSF, will explore St. Paul’ s first missionary journey and his letter to the Galatians.
Monday, March 16 – St. Paul’s Second Missionary Journey; St. Gregory the Great Church, Maple Road, Williamsville; (688-5678); Msgr. Robert Zapfel will explore St. Paul’s second missionary and his Letters to the Thessalonians.
Monday, March 23 – St. Paul’s Third Missionary Journey; St. Andrew’s Parish Hall, 1525 Sheridan Dr., Kenmore (873-6716); Msgr. Frederick D. Leising will explore St. Paul’s third missionary journey and his Letters to the Corinthians and Romans.
Monday, March 30 – St. Paul’s Fourth Missionary Journey; St. John the Baptist Church, 1085 Englewood Ave., Kenmore (873-1122); Fr. Charles Slisz will explore St. Paul’s fourth missionary journey and his Letters to the Philippians.

ST. JOSEPH TABLE
 Our Lady of Peace Church, 10950 Main St. – March 15 –from 12:00 Noon-3:00 pm. No cost, but donations received will go to: Clarence Food Pantry at Clarence Presbyterian Church and Catholic Charities Lackawanna/South Buffalo Food Pantry.
 Holy Cross Church, Niagara & Maryland Streets – Sunday, March 15 – seating at 12:00 Noon, 2:00 and 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $12/adult and $6/child under 11. Call 847-6930 for reservations
 St. Benedict’s (catered by Fanny’s Restaurant – Sunday, March 22 – seating at 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $20/adult and $3/child under 12. Call Carol at 834-1041 for reservations.

AREA EVENTS
 St. Joseph’s Coll. Inst. – “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” musical – at 7:30 pm on March 13th & 14th , and 2:00 on March 15th .Tickets pre-sale at 874-4955.
 Lenten Day of Reflection – April 4 – from 8:30-3:00 pm at Millennium Airport Hotel, Walden Ave. Dr. Gina Hens Piazza will present “Encountering God in the Psalms”. Call the Catholic Biblical School at 817-9180 or e-mail at info@cbstudies.org to register.

MASSES
SAT., March 7 – Vigil of Second Sunday of Lent
4:30 p.m. Eleanor Fisher – Family

MON., March 9 – Frances of Rome, religious
No. 6:45 am. Mass.
8:00 a.m. Beverly Mooney – James & Mary Lynn Nesler

TUES., March 10 – Lenten Weekday, 2nd Week of Lent
No 6:45 a.m. Mass
8:00 a.m. Mae and Ben Ashton - daughter

WED., March 11 – Lenten Weekday, 2nd Week of Lent
*6:40 a.m. People of the Parish – Rev. John R. Gaglione
8:00 a.m. Margaret and Frank Riso - daughters

THURS., March 12 – Lenten Weekday, 2nd Week o f Lent
6:45 a.m. Dr. Thomas J. Murphy – Helen & Ray Hudson
8:00 a.m. John and Catherine Waterman – Jim Waterman

FRI., March 13 – Lenten Weekday, 2nd Week of Lent
6:45 a.m. Henry E. Smith – Art & Mary Alice Bourget
8:00 a.m. Julianne Schierer – Lisa & David Giageleskie
7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross at Saints Peter and Paul Church

SAT., March 14 – Vigil of Third Sunday of Lent
4:30 p.m. Paul Orrange and Marie Harder – Virginia Harder

SUN., March 15 – Third Sunday of Lent
Upper 8:00 am Margaret Lennon – Betty & Mike Flynn
Lower 10:00 a.m. Dr. Charles M Klipfel and Family – Geraldine Klipfel
Upper 12:15 pm Carol E. Helfer – Joseph C. Helfer

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Third Sunday of Lent
1st Reading – Exodus 20:1-17
2nd Reading – 1 Corinthians 1:22-25
Gospel – John 2:13-25

NEXT SUNDAY: Fourth Sunday of Lent
1st Reading – 2 Chronicles 36:14-16, 19-23
2nd Reading – Ephesians 2:4-10
Gospel – John 3:14-21

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Sonja Bailey, Joan Barron, Wanda Bartczak, Charlie Basil, Andrew Benbenek, Natalie Berg, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Tim Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Jennifer Buchheit, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Mary Ann Corbett, Dennis Dee, Ronald Donnelly, Silvana Dorner, Nancy Eberhard, Jerry Fasolino, Sister Dorothy Feltz, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Josephine Giglia, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, Calvin Harrington, George Herzog, Kristine Ann Jeffery, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Mary Jane Kersten, Lauren Violet Krichbaum, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, Kim Kuhn, Meg Kujawa, Richard LaMendola, Barbara Liebler, John Lintner, Lily LoTempio, Anne Lundy, Marion Lyons, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Eileen McCarthy, J. Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Teresa Newland, Donald O’Brien, 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, Lorraine Singleton, Connie Smith, Bill Smith, Benjamin Smith, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Amy Stewart, Katherine Studer, Lottie Swiatek, Pat Telaak, Phil Teller, Elizabeth Thomas, Lois Todaro, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, JoAnn Wahlgren, Jason Walczak, James Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Christine Weir, Paul Whelan, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind, Helen Wnek, and Lucy Zinzola;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Marion Fago (sister-in-law of Marie Frontera), and Rev. Bernard T. Sokolowski (retired Diocesan Priest) ;
…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

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH
Weekly Offering / Week Ending
 March 9, 2008 – Regular Collection - $11,432.00
 March 8, 2009 – Regular Collection - $16,046.50
Thank you for your Support!!

SOPRANO’S WANTED
The CTK Adult Choir is especially in need of some Soprano “voices” – but if you are interested in any capacity, please call Adria Ryan at 839-1430, ext. 212.

MEDJUGORIE PRAYER GROUP
The next meeting of the Medjugorie Prayer Group will be held on Tuesday, March 17, at 9:30 a.m. at 59 Smallwood Drive. Please call 839-1575 if you are attending. Al are invited.

SAVE THIS DATE!
Our Music Minister, Adria Ryan, will perform a solo singing concert on Friday, April 24, in the evening. You won’t want to miss it!

END OF YEAR FINANCIAL STATEMENTS are available by sending a note to Rectory Office, you can place it in the collection basket, or call us at 839-1430.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES
To all societies and other parish organizations – don’t forget to support Catholic Charities with a contribution to Appeal 2009. Please continue to be part of our Whoever, Whenever. Wherever. We’re always there. Please be there too. campaign. All day, every day, whenever there is someone in need, Catholic Charities is there with assistance for basic needs of food, clothing and shelter; with counseling and support for children and adults; and with comfort for those who are lonely. All donations stay right in our 8 counties of WNY. If you’d like to host a speaker from Catholic Charities, call Rose Caldwell at 856-4494 ext 3143. Please give selflessly to Appeal 2009. Find out more at www.ccwny.org or call 856-4494.

CTK PARISH SCHEDULE FOR LENT
✝ Daily Weekday Masses: 6:45 (6:40 on Wednesday) and 8:00 a.m.
✝ Stations of the Cross: Fridays at 7:00 p.m. at:
Christ the King: March 20, April 3, and April 10 (Good Friday)
Saints Peter and Paul: March 27, and April 10 (Good Friday)
✝ Confessions: Every Saturday from 3:45-4:15 p.m.
✝ Men’s Prayer Group: Every Monday evening, 8:15-9:00 p.m.
✝ Prayer Shawl Ministry: 7:00-9:00 pm on Wednesday, March 18, 25 & April 8
✝ Lenten Penance Service: Wednesday, March 18 at 7:00 p.m. at Ss. Peter & Paul Church
✝ Parish Fish Fry: Friday, March 20 – Prepaid Orders due by March 10;
✝ Catholic Charities Target Weekend: March 28 & 29
✝ Lenten Speaker Series: April 1, 2 and 3
✝ Palm Sunday: Sunday, April 5
✝ Holy Week: April 6 – 11
✝ Good Friday: April 10, Stations presented by the Parish Teen Youth Group
✝ Easter Sunday: Sunday, April 12

PENANCE SERVICE – Our Parish Penance services are now being held jointly with Saints Peter & Paul Church, Williamsville. This year the Lenten Penance Service will be held at Saints Peter & Paul Church on Wednesday, March 18th at 7:00 p.m. The following priests will be available to hear confessions: Fr. John Gaglione, Msgr. Charles Griffin, Fr. Jerome Kopec, Fr. Daniel O’Leary, Msgr. John Ryan, Msgr. Joseph Sicari, and Fr. Stephen Vasek.

MAKE YOUR LENTEN SACRIFICE HELP THE ENVIRONMENT
In today’s gospel, we are reminded, “Zeal for your house will consume me.” God has given us a home, planet earth. How do we express our zeal for our planet?
Fact: Plastic bags account for 10% of the debris washed up on the U.S. coastline.
Lenten Practice: How does Lent challenge me to give up comfortable habits and develop new ways of being that are more attentive to the needs of the Earth and my neighbors? Forgetting cloth bags at home or in the care is so easy. Practice making sure that you take them into the store when you shop and use them.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS
You are invited to pray the stations on the Fridays of Lent. The stations will be prayed in conjunction with Ss. Peter & Paul Parish in Williamsville. This Friday, March 13, the stations will be prayed at Ss. Peter and Paul.
The Stations of the Cross on the walls of our Church refer to the Passion of Jesus. Praying with the Stations, helps the faithful to make a spiritual pilgrimage of prayer by meditating on the Scenes of Christ’s suffering and death. This week there is a brief explanation of the Fifth and Sixth Stations of the Cross:.
✝ The Seventh Station – Jesus Falls Again. From this fall learn to persevere in doing good. Turn to God and He will give you courage
✝ The Eighth Station – Jesus Consoles the Women. Jesus comforts those that seek solace in Him. Lord, make me kind like you.
✝ The Ninth Station – The Third Fall. Completely drained of strength, Jesus collapses. Lord, never let me feel that any sin of mine is greater than your love.

KNIT A PRAYER SHAWL THIS LENT – We have an active group, who knit / crochet prayer shawls for those who need God’s comforting and healing presence. There are people of all ages who have knit Prayer Shawls for our parish to distribute. If you are interested in joining us, we meet weekly on Wednesday evenings from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the Church Library. The door opening onto the inside parking lot will be unlocked.

WHAT ARE YOU DOING FOR LENT THIS YEAR?
The 10th Annual Lenten Series will explore the life, the writings and the missionary journeys of St. Paul. The lectures are held 7:30 pm on Monday evenings at various locations. Why give up something for Lent when you can do something positive for your spiritual life? No cost. No reservations required. Come and bring a friend:
Monday, March 16 – St. Paul’s Second Missionary Journey; St. Gregory the Great Church, Maple Road, Williamsville; (688-5678); Msgr. Robert Zapfel will explore St. Paul’s second missionary and his Letters to the Thessalonians.
Monday, March 23 – St. Paul’s Third Missionary Journey; St. Andrew’s Parish Hall, 1525 Sheridan Dr., Kenmore (873-6716); Msgr. Frederick D. Leising will explore St. Paul’s third missionary journey and his Letters to the Corinthians and Romans.
Monday, March 30 – St. Paul’s Fourth Missionary Journey; St. John the Baptist Church, 1085 Englewood Ave., Kenmore (873-1122); Fr. Charles Slisz will explore St. Paul’s fourth missionary journey and his Letters to the Philippians.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
 Classes for Sunday, March 15: Grades 1-5 – 11:00-12:00 Noon
 Classes for Monday, March 16: Grade 7 – 7:00-8:15 p.m.
 Grade 9: Some classes will meet today, Sunday, March 15. Teachers have contacted their students in regard to time and place for class.

VOCATION VIEW – Jesus cleaned out the temple of money-changers. He was angry; He was zealous; He spoke with authority. He was doing what He had to do even though it involved risk, danger, insult and wonder. Such is a religious vocation in the Church. If you think God is call calling you to a Church vocation, 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
 Monday, March 16 – Spring Photos – Students may wear springs clothing, no jeans or short skirts
 Monday, March 16 – Field Trip – Grades 3 & 4 to Kleinhan’s Music Hall, BPO Performance
 Tuesday, March 17 – St. Patrick’s Day – Students bring a $1 for Catholic Charities & wear green today
 Wednesday, March 18 – 8:00 a.m. Mass, prepared by the 7th Grade Class
 Friday, March 20 – Spring Begins; Fish Fry and 8th Grade Bake Sale from 5:00-7:00 p.m. in Gym
For the 2009-2010 School Year Limited spaces are available in Grades K, 1, 2 3 & 4 for more information, contact the school @ 839-0473 ext. 301.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3596)
 Teen Talks – Join us for a special series of meetings this Lent for all interested teens from 11:00-12:00 Noon on:
o Sunday, March 15, we will be meeting in the Church Library, to take a look at some of the Lenten Scriptures, and specifically how these readings speak to teens.
o Youth Group Meeting – March 29 – 11:00-12 Noon
 Good Friday – The Teen Youth Group will be presenting the Stations of the Cross

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
“Almighty God, I ask what You want me to do, when You want me to do it, and how You want me to do it. “ Alaska Radio Mission, February, 2007
There is always a need for Adorers!
We are currently looking for people to sign-up to adore weekly at:
 Thursday at 3:00, 4:00 and 5:00 a.m.
 Friday at 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00 a.m.
 Saturday at 5:00 a.m.
 Sunday at 12:00, 2:00, and 4:00 a.m.
If you can fill one of these time periods, call Joanne at 839-1343, or Linda at 839-1889. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you & God bless you!

EASTER PLANT SALE
Sponsored by 7th Grade at CTK School; Fundraiser for Class Night

Return the Order Form to the School Office or in the Sunday Collection Basket
with payment by Wednesday, April 1st

Quantity Plants Amount Enclosed
_______ Tulips – Red _____________
_______ Tulips – Pink _____________
_______ Tulips – Yellow _____________

______ Hyacinths – White ______________
______ Hyacinths – Blue ______________
______ Hyacinths – Pink ______________

Name _________________________________________ Phone # _________________________

Checks Payable to: Christ the King School
Plant Pick Up: Tuesday, April 7 from 2:00-3:00 p.m. in the School Kitchen

HUNGER IN OUR WORLD …
is a 365 daily challenge. CTK Parishioners help to solve this problem through generous food contributions to the St. Vincent de Paul Society food basket, located in the vestibule of the Upper Church. All of the food given is delivered to the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room located at Main and Bryant in downtown Buffalo. The Dining Room presently serves over 250 meals per day to people in need. Also, some of your donations to the poor boxes are used to purchase food from the WNY Food Bank. Actually, The Food Banks biggest customer is the St. Vincent de Paul Dining room. It should also be noted that all donations made to the CTK St. Vincent de Paul Conference, are used to help the needy. Thank you again for your assistance to the Society. Everyone is most appreciative of your generosity.

ST. JOSEPH’S DAY TABLES / FISH FRIES
 St. Joseph’s Table – Our Lady of Peace Church, 10950 Main St. – March 15 –from 12:00 Noon-3:00 pm. Sponsored by Sisters of St. Joseph. No cost, but donations received will go to: Clarence Food Pantry at Clarence Presbyterian Church and Catholic Charities Lackawanna/South Buffalo Food Pantry.
 St. Joseph’s Table – Holy Cross Church, Niagara & Maryland Streets – Sunday, March 15 – seating at 12:00 Noon, 2:00 and 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $12/adult and $6/child under 11. Call 847-6930 for reservations
 St. Joseph’s Table – St. Benedict’s (catered by Fanny’s Restaurant – Sunday, March 22 – seating at 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $20/adult and $3/child under 12. Call Carol at 834-1041 for reservations.
 Fish Fry – St. Leo’s (885 Sweet Home Rd.) – March 13 & 27 & April 4 – 4:00-7:00 pm – Cost is $8.50 and includes fries, coleslaw and bread. Orders can be placed by call 832-6340.
 Fish Fry at Nativity Church, (corner of Main & Harris Hill), on Friday , March 27. 3:30-7:00 pm. Fish Fry or Shrimp Fry (includes roll, potato salad, cole slaw), $9”50 each; catered by KROLICKS

AREA EVENTS
 Amherst Lion’s Club Annual Pancake Breakfast – Sat., March 21 – 8:30am – 12:00 Noon – at Christ United Methodist Church, 350 Saratoga, corner of Harlem. Adults-$5, Children 12 & under-$3.50 (including Mickey Mouse pancake). Over 40 gift baskets auctioned & raffled. Join the fun.
 Ladies of Charities “Bell Ringer Auction & Luncheon” – March 28 – Creekside Banquet Center, 2669 Union Rd, Cheektowaga – Family styled Luncheon, Doors open at 11:00, Lunch served at 12:00 Noon, Cost $25, Reservations by March 20, call 895-4001 for reservations.
 St. Andrews Annual Flea Market & Rummage Sale – March 29 – 9:00 am-2:00 pm – Parish Hall, 111 Crocker St., Sloan. Serving Breakfast & Lunch
 Lenten Day of Reflection – April 4 – from 8:30-3:00 pm at Millennium Airport Hotel, Walden Ave. Dr. Gina Hens Piazza will present “Encountering God in the Psalms”. Call the Catholic Biblical School at 817-9180 or e-mail at info@cbstudies.org to register.

MASSES
SAT., March 14 – Vigil of Third Sunday of Lent
4:30 p.m. Paul Orrange and Marie Harder – Virginia Harder

MON., March 16 – Lenten Weekday, 3rd Sunday of Lent
6:45 a.m. All Souls – Parish Intentions
8:00 a.m. Nancy Germain – Mary Mancini

TUES., March 17 – Patrick, bishop
6:45 a.m. People of the Parish – Rev. John R. Gaglione
8:00 a.m. Edwin J. McAuley – Family

WED., March 18 – Cyril of Jerusalem, bishop & doctor
*6:40 a.m. Isabelle K. Robida – Thomas J. Robida
8:00 a.m. Mr. & Mrs. Lazzerro Picca – Family

THURS., March 19 – Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary
6:45 a.m. James Boyd – Peggy Page

FRI., March 20 – Lenten Weekday, 3rd Week of Lent
6:45 a.m. Mary Prince – Kevin & Patricia Brown
8:00 a.m. Julie Ann Burdick – Terrance & Nancy Burns
7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross at Christ the King Church

SAT., March 21 – Vigil of Fourth Sunday of Lent
4:30 p.m. Dr. John P. Florence T. Kelly – daughter, Pat

SUN., March 22 – Fourth Sunday of Lent
Upper 8:00 am Maureen Hutchinson – CTK Rosary & Altar Society
Lower 10:00 a.m. Jeannette Walter – Family
Upper 12:15 pm Paul Cecala – Joseph Karpinski

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF March 22, 2009 – 4^th Sunday in Lent

Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Sonja Bailey, Joan Barron, Wanda Bartczak, Judy Battaglia, Charlie Basil, Andrew Benbenek, Natalie Berg, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Tim Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Jennifer Buchheit, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Mary Ann Corbett, Dennis Dee, Ronald Donnelly, Silvana Dorner, Nancy Eberhard, Jerry Fasolino, Sister Dorothy Feltz, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Josephine Giglia, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, Calvin Harrington, George Herzog, John Jansen, Kristine Ann Jeffery, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Mary Jane Kersten, Lauren Violet Krichbaum, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, Kim Kuhn, Meg Kujawa, Richard LaMendola, Barbara Liebler, John Lintner, Lily LoTempio, Anne Lundy, Marion Lyons, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Eileen McCarthy, J. Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Teresa Newland, Donald O’Brien, 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, Lorraine Singleton, Connie Smith, Bill Smith, Benjamin Smith, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Amy Stewart, Katherine Studer, Lottie Swiatek, Pat Telaak, Richard Telaak, Phil Teller, Elizabeth Thomas, Lois Todaro, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, JoAnn Wahlgren, Jason Walczak, James Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Christine Weir, Paul Whelan, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind, Helen Wnek, and Lucy Zinzola;

… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:

John Harder, Jr. (son of Virginia Harder) and Phyllis Notaro Faraci (mother of Rev. Douglas Faraci);

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.

THE PARISH ROSARY CHAIN is made up of a group of parishioners who pray daily, a decade of the rosary 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 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

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH

Thank you for your Support!!

CATHOLIC CHARITIES TARGET WEEKEND IS COMING

Next Weekend, March 28 and 29, is Target Weekend for Catholic Charities. You are asked to look into your heart and give as much as you can. Please indicate the amount of your donation on the card you received in the mail, and enclose it with the check, cash or pledge and return it in next week’s collection, to the Rectory, or in the mail.

Your support of this year’s Appeal is vital. Please consider increasing your donation this year, by pledging a larger amount, and making payments in several installments. A gift of $100 is less than $2 per week. Try to join the Large Gift donor group by giving a minimum of $250. This is what helps make our parish go over the top every year. Let us show Msgr. Joe Sicari (Director of Catholic Charities, who assists at CTK) our support.

If you are employed by a firm that “matches gifts” to charitable institutions, secure a form from your personnel office and forward the completed form to Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously.

Whoever, Whenever. Wherever. We’re always there. Please be there too. Please give selflessly to Appeal 2009. Find out more at www.ccwny.org or call 856-4494.

EASTER PLANT SALE

The annual Easter Plant Sale is sponsored by the 7^th Grade at CTK School for a fundraiser for Class Night. Tulips in red, pink and yellow, white Lilies, and Hyacinths in white, blue or pink are available for $8.50 each (Checks Payable to: Christ the King School). Order forms are available in the Rectory office. Orders must be placed before Wednesday, April 1. Plants can be picked up on Tuesday, April 7 from 2:00-3:00 in the School Gym.

LENTEN REFLECTIONS

Sponsored by Rosary & Altar Society at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 29 in the Upper Church. Renée Villa, Pastoral Associate will facilitate discussion on John 4:5-42 “Jesus and the Women at the Well”. All women of the parish are invited to attend.

SAVE THIS DATE!

Our Music Minister, Adria Ryan, will perform a solo singing concert on the evening Friday, April 24, at Christ the King. You won’t want to miss it!

END OF YEAR FINANCIAL STATEMENTS are available by sending a note to Rectory Office, you can place it in the collection basket, or call us at 839-1430.

CTK LENTEN MINI-MISSION

On April 1, 2 and 3 you are cordially invited to attend one or all evenings of our parish’s Lenten Mini-Mission.

Ü Wednesday, April 1 – What is the Triduum? Fr. John Gaglione will explain the beautiful Liturgies that lead us through the holiest week of the year. Learn more about Hoy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday.

Ü Thursday, April 2 – Prayer and the Word – Fr. David Bellittiere will help us to understand the richness of prayer and worship found in our Catholic traditions. Lectio Divino, Centering Prayer, and Benediction will be included.

Ü Friday, April 3 – Stations of the Cross

– Join your Parish Community and experience Mary’s Way of the Cross on the Big Screen

Each Evening will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. in the Upper Church with Songs of Praise and a welcoming prayer, and will conclude at 8:00 p.m. with a social in the Chapel Meeting Room.

WHAT ARE YOU DOING FOR LENT THIS YEAR?

The 10^th Annual Lenten Series will explore the life, the writings and the missionary journeys of St. Paul. The lectures are held at various locations. Why give up something for Lent when you can do something positive for your spiritual life? No cost. No reservations required. Come and bring a friend:

Monday, March 23 – St. Paul’s Third Missionary Journey; Msgr. Fred Leising will explore the third missionary journey of St. Paul and his letters to the Corinthians and Romans at the third session of the Lenten Lecture Series, at 7:30 pm in St. Andrew’s Parish Hall, 1525 Sheridan Dr., Kenmore.

Monday, March 30 – St. Paul’s Fourth Missionary Journey; Fr. Charles Slisz will explore the fourth missionary journey of St. Paul and his letters to the Philippians at the last session of the Lenten Lecture Series, at 7:30 pm in St. John the Baptist Church , 1085 Englewood Ave., Kenmore.

You are invited to pray the stations on the Fridays of Lent. The stations will be prayed in conjunction with Ss. Peter & Paul Parish in Williamsville. This Friday, March 27, at 7:00 p.m. the stations will be prayed at Ss. Peter and Paul.

The Stations of the Cross on the walls of our Church refer to the Passion of Jesus. Praying with the Stations, helps the faithful to make a spiritual pilgrimage of prayer by meditating on the Scenes of Christ’s suffering and death. This week there is a brief explanation of the Tenth and Eleventh Stations of the Cross:

✝ The Tenth Station – Jesus is Stripped of His clothing. Behold the poorest king that ever lived. Lord, I offer you all that I Possess.

✝ The Eleventh Station – Jesus is crucified. Can you imagine what a crucifixion is? My God, I look to you and think: Is my soul worth this much?

MAKE YOUR LENTEN SACRIFICE HELP THE ENVIRONMENT

In today’s gospel, we are told, “But whoever lives the truth comes to the light, so that his works may be clearly seen as done in God.” How do we live the truth of Jesus’ light?

Lenten Practice: How does my faith help me overcome that which gets in the way of God’s action in my life? Choosing to use reusable cloth bags for all your shopping needs can be a good example to show your family and others on the importance of caring for creation.

KNIT A PRAYER SHAWL THIS LENT – We have an active group, who knit / crochet prayer shawls for those who need God’s comforting and healing presence. There are people of all ages who have knit Prayer Shawls for our parish to distribute. If you are interested in joining us, we meet weekly on Wednesday evenings from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the Church Library. The door opening onto the inside parking lot will be unlocked. There will be no meeting on Wednesday, April 1.

Ü Classes for Sunday, March 22: Grades 1-5 – 11:00-12:00 Noon

Ü Classes for Monday, March 23: Grade 7 – 7:00-8:15 p.m.

VOCATION VIEW – Jesus told Nicodemus that when we find our calling in life we are reborn. We really become a new person, fired with a new love, aimed in a new direction, with purpose and love. Listen to Jesus’ voice within you. If He is challenging you to a Church vocation, 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

Limited spaces are available in Grades K, 1, 2 3 & 4 for more information, contact the school @ 839-0473 ext. 301.

CONGRATULATIONS …

to the following students who have achieved the Honor Roll for the second quarter in the following schools:

Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart: Pauline Kulczyk, Claire McMahon, Mikaela Brady, Sarah Eyeington, Victoria Kreuz, Emma O‘Connor, Katherine Rivard, Jenna Schratz, Karalyn Evanco, Abigail Merhige, Meghan Rice, Trisha Shea, Jodie Antoniadis, Siobhan Brady, Kristin Brignone, Miranda Georger, and Jayne O’Connor.

Canisius High School: Nicholas Antoniadis, David Augenblick, Samuel Bankowski, John Doyle, Benjamin Foster, Jacob Foster, Gregory Gaglione, Brad Hopkins, Patrick Hurtubise, Jacob Kreuz, Gordon Lyons, Christopher Naylon, Emmett Ogiony, Owen Ortolani, Eric Sepanski, Anthony Tomasello, Richard Walsh and Conner Wingerter.

St. Joseph Collegiate Institute: Nicholas Boccio, Henry Edwards, Francisco Gomez-Chaves, John Murray, Christopher Reinhardt, Michael Rodman, Kevin Schmitt, Zachary Zenger, Brian Killeen, Peter White, Kevin Cheney, Joseph Killeen, Benjamin Georger, Andrew MacPherson, Tyler Mikulec, Patrick Murray, Joseph Fahey, Nicholas Lobuzzetta, Brian Murray, Jr., Mark Peer, Philip Schneider, William White III, Andrew Zenger and Thomas Doscher.

SENIORS OF THE PARISH – Join Seniors at St. Gregory’s on Saturday, April 18, from 5-11 p.m. at their annual Post Dyngus Day Dinner Dance, complete with Eddie O and his 17-piece orchestra, Polish Folk dancers and a sit-down family style dinner. Beer and birch beer will be served, and you can BYOB and mixers if you wish. It will be at St. Gregory’s Ministry Center, at a cost of $22 per person. Tickets purchased in advance only – until April 8 – by calling Virginia (632-7114) Elaine (632-5332) or Claire (636-9737). All are welcome!

YOUTH NEWS

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

Ø Youth Group Meeting – March 29 – 11:00-12:00 Noon in the Church Library.

Ø Good Friday – 7:00 p.m. – The Teen Youth Group will be presenting the Stations of the Cross

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him.” Romans 15:13

There is always a need for Adorers!

We are currently looking for people to sign-up to adore weekly at:

If you can fill one of these time periods, call Joanne at 839-1343, or Linda at 839-1889. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you & God bless you!

UNDERSTANDING THE SUFFERING OF JESUS

Father Mike Uebler will explore the Passion of Christ and how the suffering of Jesus relates to the difficult situations in our own lives at the next session of Come and See on Thursday, April 2 at 7:30 p.m. in St. Benedict Church (Main and Eggert Rd.) Following the talk, information and discussion topics include: bereavement, divorce and separation, annulments, coping with cancer, parish closings, confession, and coming back to the Church. Referrals to parishes and priests are available. For information call 834-1041.

SOPRANO’S WANTED

The CTK Adult Choir is especially in need of some Soprano “voices” – but if you are interested in any capacity, please call Adria Ryan at 839-1430, ext. 212.

FISH FRIES

Ø Fish Fry – St. Leo’s (885 Sweet Home Rd.) – March 27 & April 4 – 4:00-7:00 pm – Cost is $8.50 and includes fries, coleslaw and bread. Orders can be placed by calling 832-6340.

Ø Fish Fry at Nativity Church, (corner of Main & Harris Hill), on Friday , March 27. 3:30-7:00 pm. Fish Fry or Shrimp Fry (includes roll, potato salad, cole slaw), $9.50 each; catered by KROLICKS

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.

MEN’S PRAYER GROUP – The Men’s Prayer Group meets every Monday evening from 8:15-9:00 p.m. in the Upper Church. At this time of great sorrow for our nation, we are asking the men of our parish to unite in prayer. The rosary is recited along with other traditional prayers of the Church. Any man is welcome to attend at any time.

The Girl Scouts of WNY, Snyder Service Unit, will be hosting a FOOD DRIVE at Quality Markets on Saturday, March 28 from 9-11 AM. All donations will be given to the WNY Food Bank. Please consider donating non-perishable food items to help our neighbors in need. The Girl Scouts will be set up in the parking lot of Quality Markets, look for the WNY Food Bank truck. We appreciate your support!

Catholic Health will be participating in the national observance of Cover the Uninsured Week, March 23-27, by offering free basic health checkups to area residents who do not have health insurance or a primary care provider. Fidelis Care NY, the Catholic-sponsored health insurer of NYS will also be offering information on free or low-cost health insurance plan options for children, families and individuals. The goal of the weeklong observance is to improve access to care and raise public awareness of the more than 46 million Americans – including 9 million children – who do not have health insurance. The free basic check-up are by appointment only and space is limited. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Catholic Health’s Health Connection at 447-6205.

Ø Ladies of Charities “Bell Ringer Auction & Luncheon” – March 28 – Creekside Banquet Center, 2669 Union Rd, Cheektowaga – Family styled Luncheon, Doors open at 11:00, Lunch served at 12:00 Noon, Cost $25, Reservations by March 20, call 895-4001 for reservations.

Ø Ss. Peter & Paul Annual Fashion Show (St. Ann’s Sodality) with luncheon, Chinese Auction , and Share the Wealth drawings. On Saturday, May 2, at Marriott Hotel on Millersport. Fashions provided by Kohl’s Department Store. For tickets ($25 for adults), call Ruth Elmer at 632-1319 or Ruth Schlosser at 632-7143.

Ø St. Andrews Annual Flea Market & Rummage Sale – March 29 – 9:00 am-2:00 pm – Parish Hall, 111 Crocker St., Sloan. Serving Breakfast & Lunch

On Saturday, April 4, from 8:30-3:00 pm at Millennium Airport Hotel, Walden Ave., the Catholic Biblical School presents Dr. Gina Hens Piazza with “Encountering God in the Psalms”. Call the Catholic Biblical School at 817-9180 or e-mail at info@cbstudies.org to register.

If you and your family would like to invite the statues of Jesus & Mary into your home for 1 week, 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 past few years that two sets are now available. Consider the benefits of this ministry and try to participate.

PRAYERS AFTER 8:00 a.m. MASS

SAT., March 21 – Vigil of Fourth Sunday of Lent

SUN., March 22 – Fourth Sunday of Lent

TUES., March 24 – Lenten Weekday, 4^th Week of Lent

THURS., March 26 – Lenten Weekday, 4^th Week of Lent

SAT., March 28 – Vigil of Fifth Sunday of Lent

SUN., March 29 – Fifth Sunday of Lent

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.

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Fifth Sunday of Lent
1st Reading – Acts 9:26-31
2nd Reading – 1 John 3:18-24
Gospel – John 15:1-8

NEXT SUNDAY: Palm Sunday
1st Reading – Isaiah 50:4-7
2nd Reading – Philippians 2:6-11
Gospel – Mark 14:1 – 15:47

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Sonja Bailey, Joan Barron, Wanda Bartczak, Judy Battaglia, Charlie Basil, Andrew Benbenek, Natalie Berg, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Tim Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Jennifer Buchheit, 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, Josephine Giglia, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, Debbie Hamby, Calvin Harrington, Joseph Hartnett, George Herzog, John Jansen, Kristine Ann Jeffery, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Mary Jane Kersten, Lauren Violet Krichbaum, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, Kim Kuhn, Meg Kujawa, Richard LaMendola, Barbara Liebler, John Lintner, Lily LoTempio, Anne Lundy, Marion Lyons, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Eileen McCarthy, J. Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Teresa Newland, Donald O’Brien, 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, Lorraine Singleton, Connie Smith, Bill Smith, Benjamin Smith, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Amy Stewart, Katherine Studer, Lottie Swiatek, Pat Telaak, Richard Telaak, Phil Teller, Elizabeth Thomas, Lois Todaro, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, JoAnn Wahlgren, Jason Walczak, James Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Christine Weir, Paul Whelan, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind, Helen Wnek, and Lucy Zinzola;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:

…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

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH
Weekly Offering / Week Ending
 March 23, 2008 – Regular Collection - $ 11,147.00
 March 22, 2009 – Regular Collection - $ 13, 033.00
Thank you for your Support!!

CATHOLIC CHARITIES TARGET WEEKEND
This Weekend, March 28 and 29, is Target Weekend for Catholic Charities. You are asked to look into your heart and give as much as you can. Please indicate the amount of your donation on the card you received in the mail, and enclose it with the check, cash or pledge and return it in next week’s collection, to the Rectory, or in the mail.
Your support of this year’s Appeal is vital. Please consider increasing your donation this year, by pledging a larger amount, and making payments in several installments. A gift of $100 is less than $2 per week. Try to join the Large Gift donor group by giving a minimum of $250. This is what helps make our parish go over the top every year. Let us show Msgr. Joe Sicari (Director of Catholic Charities, who assists at CTK) our support.
If you are employed by a firm that “matches gifts” to charitable institutions, secure a form from your personnel office and forward the completed form to Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously.
Whoever, Whenever. Wherever. We’re always there. Please be there too. Please give selflessly to Appeal 2009. Find out more at www.ccwny.org or call 856-4494.

THE ANNUAL EASTER PLANT SALE is sponsored by the 7th Grade at CTK School for a fundraiser for Class Night. Tulips in red, pink and yellow, white Lilies, and Hyacinths in white, blue or pink are available for $8.50 each (Checks Payable to: Christ the King School). Order forms are available in the Rectory office. Orders must be placed before Wednesday, April 1. Plants can be picked up on Tuesday, April 7 from 2:00-3:00 in the School Gym.

FRIDAY OF THIS WEEK IS THE FIRST FRIDAY for the month of April. Masses are at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m. After the Mass, the Rosary and Altar Society will meet in the Church Library to recite the Rosary and will then go to The Wehrle Restaurant for a Dutch-treat breakfast. Call Virginia Harder at 839-0230 before Noon on Thursday if you are planning on going. All women of the Parish are welcome.

HOLY NAME SPRING SOCIAL – All men 21 years and over are invited to a Spring Social on Friday, April 17, from 7:00-10:00 p.m. in the CTK School Gym. Refreshments will be served at no charge! Please join us!

THE NEXT PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS will be held on Tuesday, April 21, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

SAVE THIS DATE! Our Music Minister, Adria Ryan, will perform a solo singing concert on the evening of Friday, April 24, at Christ the King Church. You won’t want to miss it!

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
 Classes for Sunday, March 29: Grades 1-5 – 11:00-12:00 Noon
 Classes for Monday, March 30: Grade 7 – 7:00-8:15 p.m.
 Grade 9 – Sunday, March 29 – Some classes will meet today. Teachers have contacted their students in regard to time and place for class.
 Grade 9 – Mr. Al Oechsner class will be going to St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room on Saturday, April 4. Information was mailed out. If you did not receive this information, please contact the office at 839-0946, ext. 306

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
 Monday, March 30 – Easter Candy Sale Pick Up
 Wednesday, April 1 – 8:00 a.m. Mass – prepared by the 3rd Grade Class
 Friday, April 3 – Children will be attending the 8:45 a.m. Mass; 3rd Quarter Report Cards
Noon Dismissal- Faculty Meeting
 Limited spaces are available in Grades K, 1, 2 3 & 4 for more information, contact the school @ 839-0473 ext. 301.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3596)
 Youth Group Meeting – March 29 – 11:00-12:00 Noon in the Church Library
 Good Friday – 7:00 p.m. – The Teen Youth Group will be presenting the Stations of the Cross

SUPPORT CONSCIENCE PROTECTION – TAKE ACTION NOW:
The Catholic community must speak out to protect Catholic doctors, nurses and hospitals. The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is inviting public comment on a proposal to rescind an important December 2008 federal regulation that protects the conscience rights of health care providers. Help protect the rights of our Catholic health care professionals and institutions especially those at risk of being discriminated against because of their moral or religious objection to abortion. Please visit www.usccb.org/conscienceprotection to access links to make a comment and to find out more information. Your Catholic Voice is needed now. Comments must be posted by April 9.

RESPECT LIFE MEETING
Tuesday, March 31 at 7:30 PM in the sacristy meeting room. All welcome keep - updated on issues.

AREA EVENTS
 Fish Fry – St. Leo’s (885 Sweet Home Rd.) – April 3 – 4:00-7:00 pm – Cost is $8.50 and includes fries, coleslaw and bread. Orders can be placed by call 832-6340.
 St. Andrews Annual Flea Market & Rummage Sale – March 29 – 9:00 am-2:00 pm – Parish Hall, 111 Crocker St., Sloan. Serving breakfast & lunch.
 Join Seniors at St. Gregory’s Ministry Center on Saturday, April 18, from 5-11 p.m. at an annual Post Dyngus Day Dinner Dance, complete with Eddie O and his 17-piece orchestra, Polish Folk dancers and a sit-down family style dinner. Beer and birch beer will be served, and you can BYOB and mixers if you wish. Cost is $22 per person, and tickets purchased in advance only – until April 8 – by calling Virginia (632-7114) Elaine (632-5332) or Claire (636-9737). All are welcome!

END OF YEAR FINANCIAL STATEMENTS are available by sending a note to the Rectory Office, you can place it in the collection basket, or call us at 839-1430.

MASSES
SAT., March 28 – Vigil of Fifth Sunday of Lent
4:30 p.m. Lillian and Rudolph Mambretti – Pat & Marcia Donlon

SUN., March 29 – Fifth Sunday of Lent
Upper 8:00 am Edgar Villa –Tom and Maryann Bauer
Lower 10:00 a.m. Elise Ryan – JoAnn and Bob Mikulec
Upper 12:15 pm Robert J. Kersten – wife, Mary Jane

MON., March 30 – Lenten Weekday, 5th Week of Lent
6:45 a.m. Walter Clark – daughter, Patricia
8:00 a.m. Fred R. Mellenger – Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Schierer

TUES., March 31 – Lenten Weekday, 5th Week of Lent
6:45 a.m. People of the Parish – Rev. John R. Gaglione
8:00 a.m. Sally Jankowski – Don & Pat McMahon

WED., April 1 – Lenten Weekday, 5th Week of Lent
*6:40 a.m. Lawrence and Rita Wagner – Estate
8:00 a.m. Angelo Suozzi – Family

THURS., April 2 – Francis of Paola, hermit
6:45 a.m. Agnes Narozny – The Lee’s
8:00 a.m. Agnes Podwika – CTK Rosary & Altar Society

FRI., April 3 – Lenten Weekday, 5th Week of Lent
6:45 a.m. Elizabeth Horan – Peggy Page
*8:45 a.m. Marion Dechert – Family
7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross at Christ the King Church

SAT., April 4 -– Vigil of Palm Sunday of Lent
4:30 p.m. Art Zelasko – wife, wife, Linda & children

SUN., April 5 – Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion
Upper 8:00 am Edward Stronski – Mel Pauly
Lower 10:00 a.m. Rosemary Brennan-Kahrs – Family
Upper 12:15 pm People of the Parish – Rev. John R. Gaglione

Wednesday, April 1 . . . . . . . . What is the Triduum?
Fr. John Gaglione will explain the beautiful Liturgies
that lead us through the holiest week of the year.

Fr. David Bellittiere will help us to understand the richness of
prayer and worship found in our Catholic traditions.
Lectio Divino, Centering Prayer, and Benediction will be included.

Join your Parish Community and experience
Mary’s Way of the Cross on the Big Screen

Each Evening will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m.
in the Upper Church with Songs of Praise
and a welcoming prayer.
Each presentation will conclude at 8:00 p.m.,with a social in the Chapel Meeting Room
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Follow-up on Wednesday, May 13th,
with Rosary and a Social
on the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima

You are invited to pray the stations on the Fridays of Lent. The stations will be prayed in conjunction with Ss. Peter & Paul Parish in Williamsville. This Friday, April 3, the stations will be prayed at Christ the King Church. The Stations of the Cross on the walls of our Church refer to the Passion of Jesus. Praying with the Stations, helps the faithful to make a spiritual pilgrimage of prayer by meditating on the Scenes of Christ’s suffering and death. This week there is a brief explanation of the Tenth and Eleventh Stations of the Cross:
✝ The Twelfth Station – Jesus Dies. Forgive them Father. This day you will be with me in paradise.
✝ The Thirteenth Station – Jesus is taken down. Jesus is place in His mother’s arms. Lord, help me to accept the partings that must come.
✝ The Fourteenth Station – Jesus is buried. My life’s work is done. My work within and through my church must now begin.

LENTEN REFLECTIONS – “Jesus and the Women at the Well” Sponsored by Rosary & Altar Society at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 29 in the Upper Church. Renée Villa, Pastoral Associate will facilitate discussion on John 4:5-42 “Jesus and the Women at the Well”. All women of the parish are invited to attend.

LEARN ABOUT ST. PAUL, his life, writing and missionary journeys, at the last in the 10th Annual Lenten Series, and will explore the life, the writings and the missionary journeys of St. Paul. Why give up something for Lent when you can do something positive for your spiritual life? No cost. No reservations required. Come and bring a friend on Monday, March 30, at 7:30 in St. John the Baptist Church, 1085 Englewood Ave., Kenmore for St. Paul’s Fourth Missionary Journey. Fr. Charles Slisz will explore the fourth missionary journey of St. Paul and his letters to the Philippians.

UNDERSTANDING THE SUFFERING OF JESUS. Father Mike Uebler will explore the Passion of Christ and how the suffering of Jesus relates to the difficult situations in our own lives at the next session of Come and See on Thursday, April 2 at 7:30 p.m. in St. Benedict Church (Main and Eggert Rd.) Following the talk, information and discussion topics include: bereavement, divorce and separation, annulments, coping with cancer, parish closings, confession, and coming back to the Church. Referrals to parishes and priests are available. For information call 834-1041.

LENTEN DAY OF REFLECTION
On Saturday, April 4, from 8:30-3:00 pm at Millennium Airport Hotel, Walden Ave., the Catholic Biblical School presents Dr. Gina Hens Piazza with “Encountering God in the Psalms”. Call the Catholic Biblical School at 817-9180 or e-mail at info@cbstudies.org to register.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
Thank you for your support of our weekly food collection to the donation site in the upper church vestibule.

CTK PARISH SCHEDULE FOR LENT
✝ Daily Weekday Masses: 6:45 (6:40 on Wednesday) and 8:00 a.m.
✝ Stations of the Cross: Fridays at 7:00 p.m. at:
Christ the King: April 3, and April 10 (Good Friday)
Saints Peter and Paul: April 10 (Good Friday)
✝ Confessions: Every Saturday from 3:45-4:15 p.m.
✝ Men’s Prayer Group: Every Monday evening, 8:15-9:00 p.m.
✝ Prayer Shawl Ministry: 7:00-9:00 pm on Wednesday, March 25 & April 8
✝ Lenten Mini-Retreat Speaker Series: April 1, 2 and 3
✝ Palm Sunday: Sunday, April 5
✝ Holy Week: April 6 – 11
✝ Good Friday: April 10, Stations presented by the Parish Teen Youth Group
✝ Easter Sunday: Sunday, April 12
TRAVELING? Don’t forget to attend Mass on Easter Sunday!!! For Mass Times and locations call 1-410-676-6000

MAKE YOUR LENTEN SACRIFICE HELP THE ENVIRONMENT
In today’s gospel, we are reminded, “Amen, amen I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains just a grain of wheat; but if it dies, it produces much fruit.”
Fact: Plastic bags photo-degrade, over time they break down into smaller, more toxic petro-polymers, which eventually contaminate soils and waterways.
Lenten Practice: What do I appreciate about the “garden” in which I have been placed? Becoming more aware of our need to use reusable cloth bags as often as possible will assist in less pollution of land and water.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies … are new every morning.” Lamentations 3:22-23
There is always a need for Adorers!
We are currently looking for people to sign-up to adore weekly on:
 Sunday at 12:00 Noon and 2:00 p.m.
 Tuesday at 3:00 p.m.
 Wednesday at 2:00 p.m.
 Friday at 12:00 Noon, 1:00, and 3:00 p.m.
 Saturday at 1:00, 4:00 and 5:00 p.m.
If you can fill one of these time periods, call Dorothy at 626-5219, or Linda at 839-1889. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you & God bless you!

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH

Thank you for your Support!!

CATHOLIC CHARITIES TARGET WEEKEND IS COMING

Whoever, Whenever. Wherever. We’re always there. Please be there too. Please give selflessly to Appeal 2009. Find out more at www.ccwny.org or call 856-4494.

EASTER PLANT SALE

LENTEN REFLECTIONS

Sponsored by Rosary & Altar Society at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 29 in the Upper Church. Renée Villa, Pastoral Associate will facilitate discussion on John 4:5-42 “Jesus and the Women at the Well”. All women of the parish are invited to attend.

SAVE THIS DATE!

CTK LENTEN MINI-MISSION

WHAT ARE YOU DOING FOR LENT THIS YEAR?

MAKE YOUR LENTEN SACRIFICE HELP THE ENVIRONMENT

Ü Classes for Sunday, March 22: Grades 1-5 – 11:00-12:00 Noon

Ü Classes for Monday, March 23: Grade 7 – 7:00-8:15 p.m.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS

CONGRATULATIONS …

YOUTH NEWS

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

There is always a need for Adorers!

We are currently looking for people to sign-up to adore weekly at:

UNDERSTANDING THE SUFFERING OF JESUS

SOPRANO’S WANTED

FISH FRIES

PRAYERS AFTER 8:00 a.m. MASS

SAT., March 21 – Vigil of Fourth Sunday of Lent

SUN., March 22 – Fourth Sunday of Lent

TUES., March 24 – Lenten Weekday, 4th Week of Lent

THURS., March 26 – Lenten Weekday, 4th Week of Lent

SAT., March 28 – Vigil of Fifth Sunday of Lent

SUN., March 29 – Fifth Sunday of Lent

TUES., March 24 – Lenten Weekday, 4^th Week of Lent

THURS., March 26 – Lenten Weekday, 4^th Week of Lent