Sept. '09

Bulletins for weeks of September 13, 20, 27
CHRIST THE KING 30 Lamarck Drive Amherst, New York 14226-4596 Bulletin for the week of September 5, 2009 Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS

TODAY: Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading – Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8
2nd Reading – James 1:17-18, 27
Gospel – Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23
NEXT SUNDAY: Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading – Isaiah 35:5-7a
2nd Reading – James 2:1-5
Gospel – Mark 7:31-37

IN YOUR PRAYERS…

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

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

…those among us who have died, our relatives, parishion-ers & friends, especially: Leo Rosolowski (father of Rev. Romulus Rosolowski and sister Rosalind Rosolowski); and Rita Savage (Aunt of Tom Villa);

…victims of natural disasters;

…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;

…our service men and women and their families;

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

…peace on earth.

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

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

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH

Weekly Offering / Week Ending

August 31, 2008 - Regular Collection - $10,565

August 30, 2009 - Regular Collection - $12,775

Thank you for your support!

WEDDING BANNS

2nd - Marla Doerflein and Ryan McArdle

3rd - Deborah Aquilina and Cory Johnson

3rd - Sandra Torrell and Michael Braunstein

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING …

Emma Marie Davignon, daughter of Deborah (Wuenschel) and Richard Davignon; and Tanner Cole Tevens, son of Andrea (Coleman) and Todd Tevens; who were baptized in our Church last Sunday.

PETER’S PENCE COLLECTION

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

YOU ARE NEEDED!!!

We are in need of someone to Temporarily cover two hours for the Adoration Chapel. The times needed to fill are: Monday at 2:00 p.m. and Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. If you think you can help, please call Kathy at 839-9223.

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

NEXT SUNDAY, 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.

THE NEXT PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 15 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. Enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

THE NEXT MEETING OF THE MEDJUGORIE PRAYER GROUP will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 9:30 a.m. Please call 839-1575 if you are attending. All are invited.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Registration for the 2009-2010 is now closed. However if you are New to the Parish, contact the Religious Education Office at 839-0946.

Opening Classes:

?Grades 1-5: Sunday, Sept. 20 - 11:00-12:00 Noon

?Grade 8: Monday, Sept. 21 - 7:00-8:15 p.m. - Please note

that the date has changed from last week’s announcement

?Grade 6: Monday, Oct. 19. - 7:00-8:15 p.m.

?Grade 7: Monday, Jan. 4 - 7:00-8:15 p.m.

Families Registered in the program will receive information as well as the calendar dates for the classes after Labor Day.

Grade 9 Parent and Student Meeting

On Sunday, Sept. 13, from 1:30-2:30 p.m. in the School Gym. Information about this meeting was mailed this past week. Each family must have a representative at this important meeting. Please arrive 5 minutes before the meeting so we can begin promptly at 1:30 p.m. Only families registered in the program have received this information.

Sacrament of Confirmation

?Confirmation rehearsal will be held on Monday, October 12, in the Lower Church at 7:00 p.m.

? The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated on Sunday, October 25, at the 12:15 p.m. Mass by Rev. Msgr. David Slubecky, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS

A ttention CTK Graduation Class of 2009- please stop by the school to pick up your graduation picture.

Monday, Sept. 7th - No School; Labor Day

Tuesday, Sept. 8th - School resumes full session:

7:50 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

- Pre-K 3 program resumes: 9:00-11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 9th - 8:00 a.m. Mass prepared by the

8th Grade Class

- Pre-K4 program resumes: 9:00- 11:30 a.m.

We still have openings in our PreK 3 year old Program, Kindergarten, Grades 1,2,3 & 4th with limited availability for the 2009- 2010 school year. If you are interested in enrolling your child, please contact the school office (716) 839-0473 ext 301.

YOUTH NEWS

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

âYouth Group Meeting - Sunday, September 13 - 11:00-12:00 noon in the Church Library. All high school teens are invited to join us at this first meeting of the new school year. Find out about our group and some of the activities scheduled for the fall. A special invitation goes out to inter-ested freshmen.

âCarwash for Charity - Saturday, Sept. 19 - 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 Noon in the School Parking Lot. Volunteers are needed to help!!! Please sign up to help at our first meeting.

REMEMBERANCE OF 9/11

Jesus, beloved Savior,

In remembering the

terrible events of 9/11/01,

we recognize our great need

for Your guidance and protection.

We have painfully learned

that our country is vulnerable

and that violence can disrupt

both individuals and nations.

We pray then, for healing

for all the people whose lives

were shattered in the attacks.

We pray for those

who defend our freedom.

We pray for wisdom

for our national leaders.

We pray for peace,

for our country and our world.

Jesus, beloved Savior,

as we remember,

hold us in Your loving hands.

Amen.

CELEBRATE YOUR

GOLDEN OR DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY

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

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 and for us in our time of need. And bless us with peace. We ask this in the name of Jesus, Our Lord and Savior. Amen.

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. 4

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

CATHOLIC CHARITIES RAFFLE - Catholic Charities is culminating its celebration of 85 years of service to WNY with a special raffle open to all, thanks to a generous dona-tion from AAA of Western & Central NY. Tickets are just $100 and the drawing will be held on October 30.

First Prize: A Round Trip for Two to Rome! (including hotel and airfare). 7 Days/6 Nights accommodations in ro-mantic, historic Rome! 8 Days complimentary parking at FASTTRACK Airport Parking. Second Prize: $3,000; Third Prize: $2,000. Only 1,000 tickets will be sold. Proceeds will benefit the 70 human service programs serving 160,000 chil-dren, seniors and families throughout the 8 counties of WNY. For complete information call 856-4494, ext 3073, or go to www.ccwny.org.

PHARMACEUTICAL DROP-OFF PROGRAM - Kenmore Mercy Hospital, in conjunction with Catholic Health Go Green and Erie County, is hosting a Community Pharmaceutical Drop-Off Program for unused household medications on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Area residents are encouraged to bring their expired, unused, or unwanted prescription and over-the-counter medications to the event for safe disposal. Participants should enter from Military Road in Kenmore, at the rear of the hospital. For details call 858-6800.

MEMBERSHIP FEES FOR HOLY NAME AND ROSARY AND ALTAR SOCIETIES

For just $10 you can join either the Holy Name Society or the Rosary and Altar Society. Please use the envelope included in this month envelope packet or put your dues in an envelope listing your name and address on the outside.

Holy Name Society - All men are invited to join this Society and to participate in their monthly Mass at 8:00 a.m. on the Second Sunday of each month, followed by a coffee and donut social. There is also a Lenten Retreat held during Lent.

Rosary and Altar Society - All women of the parish are invited to join the Society, and to participate in the praying of the Rosary after the 8:00/8:45 First Friday Mass every month, followed by breakfast. The dues collected are used to pay for the cleaning and care of the Altar Linens in our Churches. Please support these organizations.

AREA EVENTS

▶Concert in the Church - St. Ann Church and Shrine, 651 Broadway at Emslie on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 7:00 p.m. Mu-sic by The Larry Salter Big Band, tickets are $20, or $18 advance sale - call 835-9020 or 833-1536. Mail Check with return address by Sept. 1 to: St. Ann Church and Shrine, PO Box 782, Buffalo 14240. Secured Parking.

▶Annual Pregnant with Cancer Walk - Sept. 12 - 11:00 a.m. Registration at Clarence Town Park, Large Pavilion, Main St. Clarence. Join parishioner Patty Murray, son Patrick , their family and hundreds other walkers in this 8th Annual Walk. They have helped women in 46 states and 17 other countries. For details go to www.pregnantwithcancer.org. and download a registration form (or just donate something to be auctioned, or make a general donation).

▶“Fall into Jazz”, an evening of Kool Jazz, Fine Wine and Rich Chocolate - Sat., Sept. 12 - Knights of Columbus, 755 Erie Ave., N. Tonawanda. Begins at 7 pm. Includes wine tasting by Niagara County and Finger Lakes wineries, beer tasting by Long Trail Brewing, hors d’oeuvres, dessert, and a silent auction and theme basket. Tickets are $30. For more info call 694-2502.

▶Catholic FertilityCare - Upcoming Intro Sessions for the Creighton Model Fertility Care System of Natural Family Planning - at 10:30 a.m. at Buffalo Mercy Hospital on Sept. 19 (828-2493) or Sisters Hospital on Sept. 26 (862-1944).

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

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

▶Pig Roast at St. Mary’s Church, 5 Saxton St., Lockport on Sept., 20, from 11:30-2:30 p.m. For information call 434-6316.

HOLY NAME SOCIETY

ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET

On Sunday, October 18, The Diocesan Union of Holy Name Societies will host their Annual Awards Banquet. This year’s honorees include our pastor, Fr. John Gaglione. Other honorees are: Fr. Paul Nogaro, Pastor St. Stephen’s, Grand Island; Deacon William Hynes, St. Benedict’s Parish; and Deacon Brian Walko-wiak, St. Pius X Parish. Bishop Edward Kmiec will also be in attendance.

The evening will be held at Knights of Columbus, Fr. John Schaus Council #4652, 6114 Broadway, Lancaster. Cocktails will be served from 5-6 p.m., Dinner at 6 p.m. If you are interested in attending, cost is $35 per person, tables of 10 are available. Please send check: payable to: Diocesan Union of Holy Name Societies; and mail to: 795 Main St., Buffalo NY 14203. For more information call the office at 847-2201 or 2202. 5

PRAYERS AFTER 8:00 a.m. DAILY MASS

Monday: The Miraculous Medal Novena

Tuesday and Friday: Rosary prayed for World Peace

Wednesday: Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests

Thursday: Rosary prayed for Life

MASS SUMMER SCHEDULE IS EXTENED

The daily morning Mass (Monday through Friday) will continue to be only at 8:00 a.m. The early morning 6:45 a.m. Mass will not be scheduled until further notice.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, is Labor Day. The Rectory will be closed.

MASS INTENTIONS

SAT., September 5 - Vigil for 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

2:00 p.m. WEDDING Amanda Karyus and Christopher Cataldi

4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Stan Pearson - wife Pat and

Family

SUN., September 6 - Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Upper 8:00 a.m. Frank Riso - Sisters

Lower 10:00 a.m. Jane Sullivan - Meggan & Carol Sullivan

Upper 12:15 p.m. People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione

MON., September 7 - Weekday, 23rd Week in Ordinary Time

8:00 a.m. Paula Gugino - Estate

TUES., September 8 - Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

8:00 a.m. Edgar Villa - Martha and Mary Quinn

WED., September 9 - Peter Claver, priest

8:00 a.m. Richard Stachura - Jack and Claudia Stachura

THURS., September 10 - Weekday, 23rd Week in Ordinary Time

8:00 a.m. Matthew, Josephine and Anthony

Bellittiere and Family

FRI., September 11 - Weekday, 23rd Week in Ordinary Time

8:00 a.m. Margaret Lennon - The Brignone Family

4:30 p.m. WEDDING Deborah Aquilina and

Cory Johnson

SAT., September 12 - Vigil for 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time

2:00 p.m. WEDDING Sandra Torrell and Michael Braunstein

4:30 p.m. Deceased Members of the Schmidt Family - Michael and Joanne Schmidt

SUN., September 13 - Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Upper 8:00 a.m. Jean Davis Glynn - CTK Holy Name Society

Lower 10:00 a.m. Sarah Pace - Bob and Melissa Schaefer

Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Anna Mack - Daughters

MEETING FOR ALL EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS - On Sunday, September 13, Fr. John has requested that all Eucharistic Ministers attend one of two meeting times to be updated on the procedures for our weekend liturgies. Please plan attending either at 9:00 a.m. or 7:00 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Renée Villa at 839-1430.

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

AMHERST GIRL SCOUTS, DAISY ENROLLMENT EVENT - On, Saturday, Sept. 12 from 2:00-3:00 p.m., the Amherst Central Girl Scouts will host a Teddy Bear Tea Party to recruit Daisy Girl Scouts and Troop Leaders to form new troops. This event will be held St. Paul Lutheran Church, 4007 Main St. (near Eggert Road). All girls enter-ing Kindergarten or First grade are welcome to join Daisy Girl Scouts. Those interested in attending the party should reserve their spot by calling the Recruitment Manager at the Girl Scout Service Center at 935-6082.

ANNUAL ST. VINCENT de PAUL CLOTHING DRIVE is scheduled for the weekend of September 19 and 20. A truck will be parked in the School Parking Lot to accept your “gently” used clothing and small appliances. For IRS purposes, donation receipts are available.

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.

INQUIRY - A SEEKING OR REQUEST FOR THE TRUTH, INFORMATION OR KNOWLEDGE

Where can I go to learn more about what it means to be a member of the Catholic Church?

If you or someone you know is thinking about becoming a member of the Catholic faith, please join us on Sunday, September 20 in the Church Library at 9:00 a.m. The first section of RCIA (the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is called INQUIRY. If you decide this is not for you, there are no strings attached. For more information call Renée at the Rectory at 839-1430 ext. 221 or email at www.rvilla@ctksnyder.com.

CHRIST THE KING
30 Lamarck Drive
Amherst, New York 14226-4596
Bulletin for the week of September 13 2009
Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS

TODAY: Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

1st Reading – Isaiah 35:5-7a

2nd Reading – James 2:1-5

Gospel – Mark 7:31-37

NEXT SUNDAY: Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

1st Reading – Isaiah 50:5-9a

2nd Reading – James 2:14-18

Gospel – Mark 8:27-35

IN YOUR PRAYERS…

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

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

…those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially: Rev. John R. Aurelio (retired Diocesan Priest), Sister Judy Kenrick (sister of Jim Kenrick), Santa La-Porta (aunt of Fran Trimper), and Leo J. Rosolowski (father of Rev. Romulus Rosolowski, OFM and Sister Rosalind Roso-lowski CSSF);

…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

September 7, 2008 - Regular Collection - $15,682

September 6, 2009 - Regular Collection - $15,720

Thank you for your support!

WEDDING BANNS

1st - Alexis Calandra and David Cox

1st - Debra Rottner and Andrew Reuther

3rd - Marla Doerflein and Ryan McArdle

CONGRATULATIONS …

….to Amanda (Karyus) and Christopher Cataldi

who were married in our Church last weekend. We wish

them God’s blessing and a happy life together.

ENTERTAINMENT BOOK SALE

After mass today, the Teen Youth Group, will be selling the Entertainment Books in the Church Library. Shop and compare the books are still sold at $25 each. All proceeds to benefit CTK Teen Ministry.

ADULT CHOIR

If anyone, Grade 9 and older, is interested in joining the Adult Choir - in any capacity - please contact Adria Ryan at 839-1430, ext 212.

MEETING FOR ALL EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS

On Sunday, September 13, Fr. John has requested that all Eucharistic Ministers attend one of two meeting times to be updated on the procedures for our weekend liturgies. Please plan attending either at 9:00 a.m. or 7:00 p.m.

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS

The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Tuesday, September 15 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. Enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Dr.

RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY MEETING

Everyone is invited to attend the opening meeting of the Respect Life Ministry, this Tuesday, September 15 at 7:30pm in the Sacristy Meeting Room (enter through the glass doors on Lamarck Dr.) We will be planning our calendar for 2009-2010 and discussing pertinent topics related to the Life issues. Questions? Please call Maureen at 836-0736.

MEDJUGORIE PRAYER GROUP

The next meeting of the Medjugorie Prayer Group will be held on Tuesday, September 15, at 9:30 a.m. Please call 839-1575 if you are attending. All are invited.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Registration for the 2009-2010 is now closed.

If you are New to the Parish, contact the Religious Education Office at 839-0946, EXT. 306.

Teachers Needed:

Teachers are needed for all grades for our programs on Sunday morning, Monday evening and also for the Confirmation Program.

Opening Classes:

?Grades 1-5: Sunday, Sept. 20 - 11:00-12:00 Noon

?Grade 8: Monday, Sept. 21 - 7:00-8:15 p.m.

?Grade 6: Monday, Oct. 19. - 7:00-8:15 p.m.

?Grade 7: Monday, Jan. 4 - 7:00-8:15 p.m.

Families Registered in the program have received this information. Please contact the office if you have a child that is in special education and needs to receive the sacraments.

Grade 9 Parent and Student Meeting

Today, Sunday, September 13, from 1:30-2:30 p.m. in the CTK School Gym. Information about this meeting was mailed to families that have registered in the program. Each family must have a representative at this important meeting. Please arrive 5 minutes before the meeting so we can begin promptly at 1:30 p.m. Only families registered in the program have received this information.

Sacrament of Confirmation

?Confirmation rehearsal will be held on Monday, October 12, in the Lower Church at 7:00 p.m.

? The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated on Sunday, October 25, at the 12:15 p.m. Mass by Rev. Msgr. David Slubecky, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia.

A FAMILY PERSEPCTIVE - If we want to be happy at home we must commit (“lose ourselves”) to our family. If we try to be independent from others (“save ourselves”) we end up lonely and alone. Happiness is found in commitments. The Gospel is true: We save our life by losing it!

CAMPAIGN FOR CATHOLIC EDUCATION

This year’s campaign for Catholic Education will be taken on September 19 and 20. Each year this Campaign provides our parish with much needed resources that sup-port our education program. 100% of your gift stays right here in our parish. Your gift does matter!

ST. VINCENT de PAUL CLOTHING DRIVE

Plan ahead! This year’s annual Used Clothing Drive will take place on the weekend of Saturday, Sept. 19 and Sunday, Sept. 20. A truck will be parked in the School Parking Lot to accept your “gently” used clothing and small appliances. If at any time during the year you would like to donate large appliances, such as stoves, refrigerators, beds, sofas, furniture, etc., please call the St. Vincent de Paul Society Thrift Store at 882-3360 to arrange for a truck pick-up at your home. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. For IRS purposes, donation receipts are available.

YOUTH NEWS

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

âYouth Group Meeting - Sunday, Sept. 13 - 11:00-12:00 noon in the Church Library. All high school teens are invited to join us at this first meeting of the new school year. Find out about our group and some of the activities scheduled for the fall. A special invitation goes out to interested freshmen.

âCarwash for Charity - Saturday, Sept. 19 - 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 Noon in the School Parking Lot. Volunteers are needed to help!!! Please sign up to help at our first meeting.

HAVE YOU RECENTLY LOST YOUR JOB?

A limited amount of federal stimulus money is available to assist you with food, or for one-time help with a rent or mortgage payment. Here’s how you can learn more: (1) Call Catholic Charities’ office at 856-4494 for eligibility details; (2) If eligible, receive assistance at our Buffalo office or call the Amherst Office at 839-4066 for an appointment.

ELECTRONIC GIVING – Secure and Easy.

BLESSING OF THE SICK

On Sunday, September 27, there will be a Blessing of the Sick, immediately following the 12:15 p.m. Mass in the Upper Church. It will be a Communal Celebration of the Sac-rament of Anointing of the Sick. Please join your Parish Community and receive a

Blessing for Healing of Body, Mind, and Spirit.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS

Attention CTK Graduation Class of 2009, please stop by the school to pick up your graduation picture.

Tuesday, Sept. 15th - Ken-Ton Bus Drill

Wednesday, Sept. 16 - Mass 8:00 am – Grade 5

Thursday, Sept. 17 -Thursday Pizza Lunch Begins

TICKETS ARE GOING FAST FOR THE

CATHOLIC CHARITIES 85th ANNIVERSARY RAFFLE

A trip for two to Rome, Italy for 7 days and 6 nights will go to the Grand Prize winner. Second prize is $3,000 and third prize is $2,000. The trip is generously donated by AAA Western and Central NY. Parking across from the Buffalo Niagara International Airport is courtesy of FastTrack Airport Parking. Tickets are only $100 and just 1,000 tickets will be sold, increasing the odds of winning! Drawing is October 30. Call 856-4494, ext. 3073 for more information or to charge by phone. Proceeds will benefit the 70 human service programs serving 160,000 children, seniors and families throughout the 8 counties of WNY.

PHARMACEUTICAL DROP-OFF PROGRAM

Kenmore Mercy Hospital, in conjunction with Catholic Health Go Green and Erie County, is hosting a Community Pharmaceutical Drop-Off Program for unused household medications on Saturday, September 19 from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Area residents are encouraged to bring their expired, unused, or unwanted prescription and over-the-counter medications to the event for safe disposal. Participants should enter from Military Road in Kenmore, at the rear of the hospital. For details call 858-6800.

MEMBERSHIP FEES FOR HOLY NAME AND ROSARY AND ALTAR SOCIETIES

AREA EVENTS

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

▶Oktoberfest on September 25, at the Clarence Fire Hall, 10355 Main St., sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph and the Clarence Fire District. $6 at the door.

RESPONSE TO LOVE CENTER - Help Wanted: 9/21, 10/19 & 11/16 - CTK Parishioners are again asked to volun-teer at the Response to Love Center. St. Adalbert’s parish school building was transformed in 1985 by several Felician Sisters into a wonderful Center dedicated to helping poverty-stricken families. Individuals benefit from social service direction as well from their thrift stores, food pantry and dining room. CTK Parish has committed to helping this wonderful center staff their Dining Room & Thrift Store several 3rd Mondays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Staff and volunteers are welcomed to attend their 7:30 am Mass in the Center’s Chapel. Contact Allison for further details at allison.k@roadrunner.com or 839-5225.

HOLY NAME SOCIETY

ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET

On Sunday, October 18, The Diocesan Union of Holy Name Societies will host their Annual Awards Banquet. This year’s honorees include our pastor, Fr. John Gaglione. Other honorees are: Fr. Paul Nogaro, Pastor St. Stephen’s, Grand Island; Deacon William Hynes, St. Benedict’s Parish; and Deacon Brian Walkowiak, St. Pius X Parish. Bishop Edward Kmiec will also be in attendance.

The evening will be held at Knights of Columbus, Fr. John Schaus Council #4652, 6114 Broadway, Lancaster. Cocktails will be served from 5-6 p.m., Din-ner at 6 p.m. If you are interested in attending, cost is $35 per person, tables of 10 are available. Please send check: payable to: Diocesan Union of Holy Name Societies; and mail to: 795 Main St., Buffalo NY 14203. For more information call the office at 847-2201 or 2202.

“A PARTICULARLY CRUCIAL BATTLEGROUND in today’s cultural struggle between the supremacy of technology and human moral responsibility is the field of bioethics. In this most delicate and critical area, the fundamental question asserts itself force-fully: is man the product of his own labours or does he depend on God? We are presented with a clear either / or. Yet the rationality of a self-centered use of technology proves to be irrational because it implies a decisive rejection of meaning and value.”- Pope Benedict XVI. Charity in Truth (Caritas in Veritate), 75. June 29,2009

BISHOP’S COMMITTEE

WOMEN’S DISCUSSION GROUPS

All women of the parish (and interested friends) are invited to join the Bishop’s Committee Discussion Program. Come and meet other women in our faith community as we share in small group discussions. Each month we discuss different topics taken from a one-page agenda. Groups meet once a month from October through May. If you would like more information or would like to join, please contact Mary Ellen Sima at 839-4182 or mesima@roadrunner.com. If you have been away for a while, we would love to have you back. 5

PRAYERS AFTER 8:00 a.m. DAILY MASS

Monday: The Miraculous Medal Novena

Tuesday and Friday: Rosary prayed for World Peace

Wednesday: Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests

Thursday: Rosary prayed for Life

MASS SUMMER SCHEDULE IS EXTENED

The daily morning Mass (Monday through Friday) will continue to be only at 8:00 a.m. The early morning 6:45 a.m. Mass will not be scheduled until further notice. Just a reminder, St Benedict’s Church does have a 7:00 a.m. Mass.

SAT., September 12 - Vigil for 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time

2:00 p.m. WEDDING Sandra Torrell and Michael Braunstein

4:30 p.m. Deceased Members of the Schmidt Family - Michael and Joanne Schmidt

SUN., September 13 - Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Upper 8:00 a.m. Jean Davis Glynn - CTK Holy Name Society

Lower 10:00 a.m. Sarah Pace - Bob and Melissa Schaefer

Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Anna Mack - Daughters

MON., September 14 - Exaltation of the Holy Cross

8:00 a.m. Carl Schneggenburger - Patrick and

Gina Breen

TUES., September 15 - Our Lady of Sorrows

8:00 a.m. Peter O’Connor - Susan Torrell

WED., September 16 - Cornelius, pope and martyr and

Cyprian, bishop and martyr

8:00 a.m. Special Intention

THURS., September 17 - Robert Bellarmine, bishop and doctor

8:00 a.m. Samuel Mancini - Sisters

FRI., September 18 - Weekday, 24th Week in Ordinary Time

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

Gaglione

SAT., September 19 - Vigil for 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

2:00 p.m. WEDDING Marla Doerflein and

Ryan McArdle

4:30 p.m. Geraldine and William Schwab - Family

SUN., September 20 - Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Upper 8:00 a.m. Eileen Barron Forgione - Family

Lower 10:00 a.m. Francis Killeen - Family

Upper 12:15 p.m. Mary Drew - Family

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

HAS THE STOCK MARKET GOT YOU DOWN?

Invest one hour per week in Eucharistic Adoration and your return will exceed any worldly portfolio. The Adoration Chapel is located at the top of the stairs, when entering the Church at the archway between the Church and the School. These doors are open from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily. Contact Kathy at 839-9223, or Linda at 839-1889, with any questions.

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 and for us in our time of need. And bless us with peace. We ask this in the name of Jesus, Our Lord and Savior. Amen.

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

The 40 Days for Life is a 40-Day Vigil of prayer at 2500 Main St., serving as a witness of the Holy Spirit to our community. There will be a kickoff rally on Wednesday, September 23 at 5:00 p.m. in Niagara Square. For complete information visit: www.40daysforlife.com/buffalo, and sign up for the campaign if you have not done so already.

40 DAYS FOR LIFE

INQUIRY - A SEEKING OR REQUEST FOR THE TRUTH, INFORMATION OR KNOWLEDGE

Where can I go to learn more about what it means to be a member of the Catholic Church?

CHRIST THE KING
30 Lamarck Drive
Amherst, New York 14226-4596
Bulletin for the week of SEPTEMBER 20, 2009
Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS

TODAY: Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

1st Reading – Wisdom 2:12, 17-20

2nd Reading – James 3:16 - 4:3

Gospel – Mark 9:30-37

NEXT SUNDAY: Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

1st Reading – Numbers 11:25-29

2nd Reading – James 5:1-6

Gospel – Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48

2nd - Alexis Calandra and David Cox

2nd - Debra Rottner and Andrew Reuther

IN YOUR PRAYERS…

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

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

…those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially: Michael S. Dimino (father of Mike Dimino ), Rev. Donald Fitzgerald (retired Diocesan priest), Charles Gibbons (father of Keith Gibbons), and Gunnery Sargent Aaron Kenefick (son of Donnie Kenefick and Susan Price);

…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

September 14, 2008 - Regular Collection - $13,809

September 13, 2009 - Regular Collection - $13,216

Thank you for your support!

CONGRATULATIONS …

….to Deborah (Aquilina) and Cory Johsnson; and Sandra (Torrell) and Michael Bruanstein; who were married in our Church last weekend. We wish them God’s blessing and a happy life together.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNTIY OF CHRIST THE KING

Benjamin Ethan Nochajski, son of Cristina (Arcuri) and Seth Nochajski; Sean William Reynolds, son of Claire (Gardon) and Sean F. Reynolds; and Charles Trent Voelkl, son of Julie (Lannon) and Trent Voelkl; who were baptized in our Church last Sunday.

CAMPAIGN FOR CATHOLIC EDUCATION

This year’s campaign for Catholic Education will be taken this weekend.. Each year this Campaign provides our parish with much needed resources that support our education program. 100% of your gift stays right here in our parish. Your gift does matter!

ADULT CHOIR

If anyone, Grade 9 and older, is interested in joining the Adult Choir - in any capacity - please contact Adria Ryan at 839-1430, ext 212.

DEAR PARISHIONERS,

Msgr. Joseph Sicari will be taking some time off due to physical illness. If you wish to send him a get well card, please send it in care of the Rectory.

Please remember Msgr. Joe in your prayers, that he may have a speedy recov-ery and a quick return to CTK.

Fr. John

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Registration for the 2009-2010 is now closed. However, if you are New to the Parish, contact the Religious Education Office at 839-0946, EXT. 306.

?Religious Education classes for Sunday, Sept. 20:

Grades 1-5: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon

?Religious Education classes for Monday, Sept. 21:

Grade 8: 7:00-8:15 p.m.

?Teachers Needed: for our program on Monday evenings and also for the Confirmation Program.

?Opening Classes:

Grade 6: Monday, Oct. 19. - 7:00-8:15 p.m.

Grade 7: Monday, Jan. 4 - 7:00-8:15 p.m.

?Please contact the office if you have a child that is in special education and needs to receive the sacraments.

?Sacrament of Confirmation

Confirmation Rehearsal will be held on Monday, October 12, in the Lower Church at 7:00 p.m.

The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated on Sunday, October 25, at the 12:15 p.m. Mass by Rev. Msgr. David Slubecky, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia.

ST. VINCENT de PAUL CLOTHING DRIVE

Plan ahead! This year’s annual Used Clothing Drive will take place on THIS WEEKEND. A truck will be parked in the School Parking Lot to accept your “gently” used clothing and small appliances. If at any time during the year you would like to donate large appliances, such as stoves, refrigerators, beds, sofas, furniture, etc., please call the St. Vincent de Paul Society Thrift Store at 882-3360 to arrange for a truck pick-up at your home. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. For IRS purposes, donation receipts are available.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS

A ttention CTK Graduation Class of 2009, Please stop by the school to pick up your graduation picture.

Tuesday, September 22 - Picture Day – Students come dressed to have your portrait taken

Wednesday, September 23 - 8:00 a.m. Mass – Grade 6

Field Trip – Grade 2

Open House – 7pm in the School Gym

We still have openings in our PreK 3 year old Program, Kin-dergarten, Grades 1,2,3 and 4th with limited availability for the 2009- 2010 school year. If you are interested in enrolling your child, please contact the school office 839-0473 ext 301.

VOCATION VIEWS - God chooses from among the royal priesthood of the faithful for a few to serve Him in a special way and to serve their brothers and sisters. This life is the min-istry of a priest, religious sister or brother, or deacon. If you feel God is calling you to one such vocation, call Father Walter Szczesny at 847-5535. You can also check out the “Priest of the Month” stories on our website - www.buffalovocations.org.

BLESSING OF THE SICK

HEAL THE SICK! The Church has received this charge from Jesus and strives to take care of the sick through the Sacraments of Eucharist and Anointing of the Sick. Please join your fellow parishioners and participate in a Communal Celebration of the Sacrament of Anointing, NEXT Sunday, September 27th after the 12:15 Mass.

WHO CAN RECEIVE THE SACRAMENT OF ANNOINTING?

?Those who wish to receive a Blessing because they are preparing for a medical procedure in the future. The nature of the procedure can be non-life threatening.

?Those who are suffering in Body, Mind or Spirit.

All are welcome.

CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

Co-Educational School

‣Cardinal O’Hara - 695-2600; ww.cardinalohara.com

Sunday, Oct 4, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Monday, Oct. 5 - 5-8 p.m.

‣St. Mary’s - 683-4824; www.smhlancers.org

Thursday, Sept 24 - 5-8 pm; Friday, Sept. 25 - 5-8 p.m.

Boys Schools

‣Canisius High School - 882-0466; www.canisiushigh.org

Sunday, Oct. 18 - 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

‣St. Joseph Collegiate Inst. - 874-4953; www.sjci.com

Sun., Sept. 27 - 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; Mon., Sept. 28 - 5-7:30 p.m.

Girls Schools

‣Sacred Heart Academy - 834-2101; www.sacredheartacademy.org

Thurs., Oct. 1 - 5-7 p.m.; Sun., Oct. 4 - 11 a.m.-2p.m.

‣Holy Angels Academy - 834-7120; www.holyangelsacademy.org

Sat., Sept 26 - 1-3:30 p.m.; Mon., Sept. 28 - 5:30-7:30 p.m.

‣Mount St. Mary Academy - 877-1358; www.mt-st-marys.org

Sun., Sept. 27 - 10a.m.-2 pm.; Mon., Sept. 28 - 6-8 p.m.

‣Nardin Academy - 881-6262; www.nardin.org

Sun., Sept. 27 - 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Mon., Sept. 28 - 5-8 p.m.

ELECTRONIC GIVING – Secure and Easy.

TICKETS ARE GOING FAST FOR THE

CATHOLIC CHARITIES 85th ANNIVERSARY RAFFLE

HAVE YOU RECENTLY LOST YOUR JOB? A limited amount of federal stimulus money is available to assist you with food, or for one-time help with a rent or mortgage pay-ment. Here’s how you can learn more: (1) Call Catholic Chari-ties’ office at 856-4494 for eligibility details; (2) If eligible, call the Amherst Office at 839-4066 for an appointment.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP - Grief is a normal and natural response to the death of a loved one. Most of us are not prepared for the long journey through grief which is sometimes devastating, frightening and lonely. Saint Andrew’s Bereavement Team is sponsoring a Grief Support Group every Tuesday evening, from October 6 through November 17, at 6:45 p.m. in the Rectory. We welcome all who have experience the loss of a spouse, parent, child or other loved one. A support group is a safe haven where we can talk, cry, share our anger, guilt and fears with those who understand and care. For more information call Mary Lu at 876-2202 or Michelle at 725-6860.

WHILE IT IS TRUE PARENTS RAISE CHILDREN, it is also true children raise parents. Children help us discover our ability to be tender, compassionate, understanding, forgiving, loving and much more. This is one of the perks of parenting; we discover ourselves.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

Overwhelmed? Frustrated? Anxious? Too much to do? Come unburden yourself before Our Lord in the Eucharistic Adoration Chapel. Experience the peace …

The Adoration Chapel is located at the top of the stairs, when entering the Church at the archway between the Church and the School. These doors are open from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily. Contact Kathy at 839-9223, or Linda at 839-1889, with any questions.

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.

AREA EVENTS

▶Oktoberfest on September 25, from 5:30-10:30 p.m. at the Clarence Fire Hall, 10355 Main St., sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph and the Clarence Fire District. $6 at the door.

▶Taste of the Mediterranean - Adults over 21, come on Sept. 26 at 6:30 pm at Ss. Peter and Paul’s for a 5-course Mediterranean Dinner. Tickets are $40/person, semi-formal attire requested. Tables for 8 may be reserved. Call Diane Butch at 316-7977 or 626-4927 or Casey Han-ley at 632-2678, ext 233.

▶A Panel on Islam - Sept. 28, 7:00 at St. Joseph University Church (next to UB) will present a 20 minutes DVD on Islam, followed by a panel of guest from the Amherst Center Mosque who will share their spiritual journey as Muslims in the US and enter into a dialogue with those attending. This panel is put together by the interfaith Peace Network with the Islamic Society of the Niagara Frontier.

HOLY NAME SOCIETY

ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET

On Sunday, October 18, The Diocesan Union of Holy Name Societies will host their Annual Awards Banquet. This year’s honorees include our pastor, Fr. John Gaglione. Other honorees are: Fr. Paul Nogaro, Pastor St. Stephen’s, Grand Island; Deacon William Hynes, St. Benedict’s Parish; and Deacon Brian Walkowiak, St. Pius X Parish. Bishop Edward Kmiec will also be in attendance.

BISHOP’S COMMITTEE

WOMEN’S DISCUSSION GROUPS

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 SUMMER SCHEDULE IS EXTENED

SAT., September 19 - Vigil for 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

2:00 p.m. WEDDING Marla Doerflein and

Ryan McArdle

4:30 p.m. Geraldine and William Schwab - Family

SUN., September 20 - Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Upper 8:00 a.m. Eileen Barron Forgione - Family

Lower 10:00 a.m. Francis Killeen - Family

Upper 12:15 p.m. Mary Drew - Family

MON., September 21 - Matthew, apostle and evangelist

8:00 a.m. Richard Olislager - Joe and Shirley Granville

TUES., September 22 - Weekday, 25th Week in Ordinary Time

8:00 a.m. Mary Moretuzzo - John and Rosemarie Burgholzer

WED., September 23 - Pio of Pietrelcina, priest

8:00 a.m. Edgar Villa - JoAnn Mikulec and CTK

School Faculty and Staff

THURS., September 24 - Weekday, 25th Week in Ordinary Time

8:00 a.m. Rita Morrissey - Estate

FRI., September 25 - Weekday, 25th Week in Ordinary Time

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

Gaglione

SAT., September 26 - Vigil for 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

4:30 p.m. Horace and Carmella Battaglia - Son and

Family

SUN., September 27 - Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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

Lower 10:00 a.m. ANNIV. Sally Waterman - Family

Upper 12:15 p.m. 40th WEDDING ANNIV. Jan and Joe

Polito

YOUTH NEWS

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

ðDid you know that all parish high school teens are automatically members of the CTK Teen Youth Group? Become an active member by joining us at our meetings and events.

ðYouth Group Meeting - Sunday, Oct. 4, from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon in the Church Library. All interested teens are invited to this meeting. Refreshments will be served!

ðFall Coffeehouse - stayed tuned by exact date and time. Join us at our October 4 meeting, and take part in the planning. People needed for all committees including decorating, staging, coffee barisitas, and coordinating entertainment, to mention a few. This is one of our most successful events for charity.

Join us, as 210 cities across America engage in a spiritual campaign of prayer and fasting to end abortion! It runs from September 23 through November 1. In the past two years, more than 40 babies and moms were spared this tragedy right here in Buffalo, through the prayers and fasting of God’s faithful and the witness of over 500 vigil participants. We only ask your prayers and fasting, but you may feel called to do more: Could you sacrifice 1 hour at our peaceful, lawful 40-day Prayer Vigil outside of the buffalo WomenServices Clinic at 2500 Main St? It is at Main and Rodney, near Fillmore. Or could you help us reach out to the community?

For more info, contact Dr. Stan Bukowski, Buffalo Cam-paign Director: 713-0801, or e-mail Buffalo40DFL@aol.com, or on-line at www.40daysforlife.com/buffalo. All are welcome! Sign up online for daily prayer intentions.

Buffalo 40 DAYS FOR LIFE

MEMBERSHIP FEES FOR HOLY NAME AND ROSARY AND ALTAR SOCIETIES

CHRIST THE KING
30 Lamarck Drive
Amherst, New York 14226-4596
Bulletin for the week of SEPTEMBER 27 2009
Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS

TODAY: Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

1st Reading – Numbers 11:25-29

2nd Reading – James 5:1-6

Gospel – Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48

NEXT SUNDAY: Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

1st Reading – Genesis 2:18-24

2nd Reading – Hebrews 2:9-11

Gospel – Mark 10: 2-16

IN YOUR PRAYERS…

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

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

…those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially: Geraldine Collins (grandmother of Pia O’Connor), Cameron Gallson (nephew of Phil Gallson), Alfred Jackson (brother of William Jackson); and Robin Oxenford (husband Alice Webb Oxenford),

…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

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH

Weekly Offering / Week Ending

September 21, 2008 - Regular Collection - $11,707.50

September 20, 2009 - Regular Collection - $13,636.50

Thank you for your support!

CONGRATULATIONS …

….to Marla (Doerflein) and Ryan Maxwell McArdle, who were married in our Church last Saturday. We wish them God’s blessing and a happy life together.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING

Logan Michael Swisher, son of Cara (Lesh) and Paul Swisher; who was baptized in our Church last Sunday.

FRIDAY OF THIS WEEK is the First Friday for the month of October. Mass will be at 8:45 a.m. After mass the Rosary and Altar Society will recite the Rosary in the Church Library and will then go to the Wehrle Restau-rant for a Dutch-treat breakfast. For reservations call Vir-ginia Harder at 839-0230 before noon on Thursday, Oct. 1st. All Women of the parish are welcome

BLESSING OF THE SICK

This Sunday, September 27

After the 12:15 Mass

WHO CAN RECEIVE THE

SACRAMENT OF ANNOINTING?

?Those who wish to receive a Blessing because they are preparing for a medical procedure in the future. The nature of the

procedure can be non-life threatening.

?Those who are suffering in Body, Mind or Spirit.
All are welcome.

WEDDING BANNS

1st - Megan Bragg and Daniel Fetterhoff

3rd - Alexis Calandra and David Cox

3rd - Debra Rottner and Andrew Reuther

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

?Religious Education classes for Sunday, Sept. 27:

Grades 1-5: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon

?There will be NO CLASSES for Grade 8 on Monday, Sept. 28. Classes will resume Monday, Oct. 5.

Grade 8: 7:00-8:15 p.m.

?Registration for the 2009-2010 is now closed. However, if you are New to the Parish, contact the Religious Education Office at 839-0946, EXT. 306.

?Teachers Needed: for our program on Monday evenings ?Opening Classes:

Grade 6: Monday, Oct. 19. - 7:00-8:15 p.m.

Grade 7: Monday, Jan. 4 - 7:00-8:15 p.m.

?Please contact the office if you have a child that is in spe-cial education and needs to receive the sacraments.

?Sacrament of Confirmation

Confirmation Rehearsal will be held on Monday, October 12, in the Lower Church at 7:00 p.m.

The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated on Sunday, October 25, at the 12:15 p.m. Mass by Rev. Msgr. David Slubecky, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia.

ADULT CHOIR

If anyone, Grade 9 and older, is interested in joining the Adult Choir - in any capacity - please contact Adria Ryan at 839-1430, ext 212.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS

Wednesday, September 30 - Mass 8am – Grade 4

Thursday, October 1 - Band Lessons Begin; Pizza Lunch

Friday, October 2 - First Friday – Mass @ 8:45 a.m.

Noon Dismissal- Faculty Meeting

We still have openings in our PreK 3 year old Program, Kindergarten, Grades 1,2,3 and 4th with limited availability for the 2009- 2010 school year. If you are interested in enrolling your child, please contact the school office 839-0473 ext 301.

Attention CTK Graduation Class of 2009, Please stop by the school to pick up your graduation picture.

PET BLESSING

Next Sunday, October 4, the Feast of St. Francis and Respect Life Sunday, there will be a special blessing of pets at Christ the King Church. Please gather on the front lawn (in case of inclement weather, gather inside the Church vestibule) at 3:30 p.m. for a special blessing bestowed by Sister Susan Buckley, one of our resident Francis-can sisters. Sponsored by the Respect Life Ministry of Christ the King.

CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

Co-Educational School

‣Cardinal O’Hara - 695-2600; ww.cardinalohara.com

Sunday, Oct 4, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Monday, Oct. 5 - 5-8 p.m.

Boys Schools

‣Canisius High School - 882-0466; www.canisiushigh.org

Sunday, Oct. 18 - 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

‣St. Joseph Collegiate Inst. - 874-4953; www.sjci.com

Sun., Sept. 27 - 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; Mon., Sept. 28 - 5-7:30 p.m.

Girls Schools

‣Sacred Heart Academy - 834-2101; www.sacredheartacademy.org

Thurs., Oct. 1 - 5-7 p.m.; Sun., Oct. 4 - 11 a.m.-2p.m.

‣Holy Angels Academy - 834-7120; www.holyangelsacademy.org

Mon., Sept. 28 - 5:30-7:30 p.m.

‣Mount St. Mary Academy - 877-1358; www.mt-st-marys.org

Sun., Sept. 27 - 10a.m.-2 pm.; Mon., Sept. 28 - 6-8 p.m.

‣Nardin Academy - 881-6262; www.nardin.org

Sun., Sept. 27 - 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Mon., Sept. 28 - 5-8 p.m.

What is the Purpose of Respect Life Sunday?

The Church in the United States traditionally celebrates Respect Life Sunday the first Sunday of October each year - this year on October 4. The purpose is to bring our attention to and offer special prayers for all those whose lives are in some way compromised in our society. These special groups include the elderly, the chronically ill, those with restricted abilities, the imprisoned and, in a special way, the unborn. The focus is on special liturgies and also participation in Life Chain.

What is Life Chain?

Life Chain is a silent, prayerful gathering of people from all faiths on Niagara Falls Boulevard who hold signs offering the Truth about abortion, as well as signs offering hope and alternatives to abortion. Our parish gathers in front of the Boulevard Mall at 2:00 p.m. for one hour. It is a very powerful witness to all those traveling down the Boulevard that we are a People of Life, from conception to natural death. Please join us in the parking lot by the large “B” at 1:45 p.m. to pick up signs.

INQUIRY … a seeking or request for the truth, information or knowledge.

All are welcome to join the members of Christ the King faith formation team to discuss the Sunday Scriptures and the Catechism of the Catholic Faith. Our next two meetings are at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, Septem-ber 27 and Sunday, October 4, in the Church Library. For more information call Renée at 839-1430, ext 221 or rvilla@ctksnyder.com 4

THE EUCHARISTIC ADORATION CHAPEL Is located at the top of the stairs, when entering the Church at the archway between the Church and the School. These doors are open from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily. Contact Kathy at 839-9223, or Linda at 839-1889, with any questions.

HAVE YOU RECENTLY LOST YOUR JOB? A limited amount of federal stimulus money is available to assist you with food, or for one-time help with a rent or mortgage pay-ment. Here’s how you can learn more: (1) Call Catholic Charities’ office at 856-4494 for eligibility details; (2) If eligi-ble, call the Amherst Office at 839-4066 for

THANK YOU! The St. Vincent de Paul Society would like to thank everyone who donated clothes to the recently completed Used Clothing Drive. Rest assured that those items will be put to good use. Remember that a Used Clothing Bin is stationed located in the School Parking Lot, ready to accept your donations all year long. If you have large items such as: beds, stoves, refrigerators, sofa, chairs, etc., which you would like to donate, please call the downtown office at 882-3360 to arrange for a pick-up at your home.

A PANEL ON ISLAM - On Sept. 28, at 7:00 at St. Joseph University Church (next to UB), there will be a presentation of a 20 minute DVD on Islam. This will be followed by a panel of guests from the Amherst Center Mosque who will share their spiritual journey as Muslims in the US. This panel is put to-gether by the interfaith Peace Network with the Islamic Society of the Niagara Frontier.

RESPONSE TO LOVE CENTER - Help Wanted: 10/19 & 11/16 - CTK Parishioners are again asked to volun-teer at the Response to Love Center. St. Adalbert’s parish school building was transformed in 1985 by several Felician Sisters into a wonderful Center dedicated to helping poverty-stricken families. Individuals benefit from social service direction as well from their thrift stores, food pantry and dining room. CTK Parish has committed to helping this wonderful center staff their Dining Room & Thrift Store several 3rd Mondays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Staff and volunteers are welcomed to attend their 7:30 am Mass in the Center’s Chapel. Contact Allison for further details at allison.k@roadrunner.com or 839-5225.

HOLY NAME SOCIETY ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET

On Sunday, October 18, The Diocesan Union of Holy Name Societies will host their Annual Awards Banquet. This year’s honorees include our pastor, Fr. John Gaglione. Other honorees are: Fr. Paul Nogaro, Pastor St. Stephen’s, Grand Island; Deacon William Hynes, St. Benedict’s Parish; and Deacon Brian Walkowiak, St. Pius X Parish. Bishop Edward Kmiec will also be in attendance.

BISHOP’S COMMITTEE WOMEN’S DISCUSSION GROUPS

TICKETS ARE GOING FAST FOR THE CATHOLIC CHARITIES 85th ANNIVERSARY RAFFLE

A trip for two to Rome, Italy for 7 days and 6 nights will go to the Grand Prize winner. Second prize is $3,000 and third prize is $2,000. The trip is generously donated by AAA Western and Central NY. Parking across from the Buffalo Niagara Inter-national Airport is courtesy of FastTrack Airport Parking. Tick-ets are only $100 and just 1,000 tickets will be sold, increasing the odds of winning! Drawing is October 30. Call 856-4494, ext. 3073 for more information or to charge by phone. Proceeds will benefit the 70 human service programs serving 160,000 children, seniors and families throughout the 8 counties of WNY. 5

PRAYERS AFTER 8:00 a.m. DAILY MASS

Monday: The Miraculous Medal Novena

Tuesday and Friday: Rosary prayed for World Peace

Wednesday: Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests

Thursday: Rosary prayed for Life

UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE … The daily morning Mass (Monday through Friday) will continue to be only at 8:00 a.m. The early morning 6:45 a.m. Mass will not be scheduled until further notice. Just a reminder, St Bene-dict’s Church does have a 7:00 a.m. Mass.

SAT., September 26 - Vigil for 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

4:30 p.m. Horace and Carmella Battaglia - Son and Family

SUN., September 27 - Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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

Lower 10:00 a.m. ANNIV. Sally Waterman - Family

Upper 12:15 p.m. 40th WEDDING ANNIV. Jan and Joe Polito

MON., September 28 - Wenceslaus, martyr;

Lawrence Ruiz, martyr, and his companions, martyrs

8:00 a.m. Kathleen Connelly - Parents, Martha and Marty Quinn

TUES., September 29 - Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, archangels

8:00 a.m. Ed Schneggenburger - Family

WED., September 30 - Jerome, priest and doctor

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

THURS., October 1 - Therese of the Child Jesus, virgin and doctor

8:00 a.m. Intentions of Karyn Andrusz Polak and Family - Mom and Dad

FRI., October 2- Weekday, 25th Week in Ordinary Time

** 8:45 a.m. Thomas Ray - JoAnn Mikulec, and CTK Faculty and Staff

4:00 p.m. WEDDING Alexis Calandra and David Cox

SAT., October 3 - Vigil for 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

2:00 p.m. WEDDING Debra Rottner and Andrew Reuther

4:30 p.m. Franz Kiefer - Joe and Shirley Granville

SUN., October 4 - Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

Upper 8:00 a.m. Edgar and Maryann Villa - Tom and Renée Villa

Lower 10:00 a.m. Respect Life Sunday

Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Elizabeth Bauda - Family

YOUTH NEWS

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

ðDid you know that all parish high school teens are automatically members of the CTK Teen Youth Group? Become an active member by joining us at our meetings and events.

ðYouth Group Meeting - Sunday, Oct. 4, from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon in the Church Library. All interested teens are invited to this meeting. Refreshments will be served!

ðFall Coffeehouse - stayed tuned by exact date and time. Join us at our October 4 meeting, and take part in the planning. People needed for all committees including decorating, staging, coffee barisitas, and coordinating entertainment, to mention a few. This is one of our most successful events for charity.

Join us, as 210 cities across America engage in a spiritual campaign of prayer and fasting to end abortion which began on September 23 and runs through November 1. In the past two years, more than 40 babies and moms were spared this tragedy right here in Buffalo, through the prayers and fasting of God’s faithful and the witness of over 500 vigil participants. We only ask your prayers and fasting, but you may feel called to do more: Could you sacrifice 1 hour at our peaceful, lawful 40-day Prayer Vigil outside of the Buffalo WomenServices Clinic at 2500 Main St? It is at Main and Rodney, near Fillmore. Or could you help us reach out to the community?

Buffalo 40 DAYS FOR LIFE

MEMBERSHIP FEES FOR HOLY NAME AND ROSARY AND ALTAR SOCIETIES