August '08

Bulletins for August: 10, 17, 24, 31


CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF August 3 - 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Isaiah 55:1-3
2nd Reading - Romans 8:35, 37-39
Gospel - Matthew 14:13-21

NEXT SUNDAY: Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - 1 Kings 19:9a, 11-13a
2nd Reading - Romans 9:1-5
Gospel - Matthew 14:22-33

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Esther Alessandra, Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Sonja Bailey, Kay Barone, Alice Barczak, Wanda Bartczak, Charlie Basil, Judy Battaglia, Ceil Becker, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Jennifer Buchheit, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Robert Crowe, Ronald Donnelly, Mary Fazekas, 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, 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, Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Madison Okiec, Peggy Page, Shelly Palmisano, Josephine Paolucci, Irene Papiz, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Joseph Pohrte, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Judy Rexinger, Tina Scalia, George Schanzer, Margaret Kathleen Scherrer, Marie Schmidt, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Connie Smith, Benjamin Smith, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Phil Teller, Elizabeth Thomas, Lois Todaro, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Rick Vivaqua, Jason Walczak, 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:
Frances Gaglione (Aunt of Fr. John Gaglione), Rev. James R. McGrath (uncle of Mary Gaulin), and Stella Mitka (mother of Rev. John Mitka);
…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.

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
" July 29, 2007 - Regular Collection - $ 11,479.50
" July 27, 2008 - Regular Collection - $ 11,541.25
Thank you for your Support!!

PERPETUAL ADORATION MEETING
On Monday morning, August 4th, there will be a meeting for Hourly Captains, Division Leaders and all interested scheduled Adorers, in the Chapel Meeting Room, from 8:45-9:45 a.m.

VOLUNTEERS FOR ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY CEREMONY OF ROSES
This Sunday, August 3, there will be a committee meeting in the Chapel Meeting Room from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon for anyone wishing to help with the Rosary Altar Society Ceremony of Roses. The Ceremony will be held the afternoon of Sunday, October 12, in the Chapel Meeting Room. Anyone interested in assisting, please call Laura Beckinghausen at 632-5018.

FIRST FRIDAY
Friday of this week is the First Friday for the month of August. Mass will be at 8:00 a.m. After the 8:00 a.m. Mass, the Rosary and Altar Society will recite the Rosary in the Church Library, 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, July 31st. All women of the parish are welcome.

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS
The next pre-Baptismal class will be held on Tuesday, August 19th, at 7:00 pm 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.

GOLDEN AND DIAMOND ANNIVERSARIES
The Diocese of Buffalo wishes to honor couples who will observe their 50th, 60th, and 70th wedding anniversaries during 2008. The couples are invited to a special Mass in St. Joseph's Cathedral on Sunday, October 12th, at 3:00 p.m. During the Mass, couples will renew their marriage vows. A reception will follow at the Buffalo Convention Center. If you would like to attend, please call the Rectory to make a reservation.

WEDDING BANNS
1st - Megan Smith and Steven Makula
3rd - Kelly Parkot and Craig Kacalski

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING …
Abigail Grace Polito, daughter of Tina (LaBarbera) & Joseph Polito; Rachel Julia Talma, daughter of Julie (Sternick) & Russell Talma; and Brady Scott Houlahan, son of Kara (Marong) & Erie Houlahan; who were baptized in our Church last Sunday.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
Ü CTK Youth Council is looking for interested teens in grades 9-12 as of September to serve on the 2008-2009 Youth Council. This is the teen leadership board for our parish teen community. Members meet monthly to plan and implement events and activities aimed at providing opportunities to grow in the Catholic Faith, serve those in need, and to come together socially, strengthening old friendships and making new ones. If interested call Mrs. Peer for details.
Ü Mid-Summer Charity Ball - Friday, August 8th - cost $15 - at Daemen College Wick Center, from 8:00-11:30 pm (no admittance after 10 pm). High school teens are invited to this semi-formal event, tickets available at door only. Proceeds to benefit Diocesan Youth Dept. Scholarship fund.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - Registration for the 2008-2009 is now closed. However, if you are NEW to the parish, please contact the Rectory at 839-1430. Also, the Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated on Sunday, October 26th, at a special 12:15 p.m. Mass. Bishop Edward Kmiec will be the celebrant.

VOCATION VIEWS - Nothing will separate us from the love of Christ. If God is calling you to full-time service in the Church do not be afraid. The Lord is with you. If God is calling you, call Fr. Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS - Our School is now closed for the summer, and will resume on Tuesday, September 2nd. Have a blessed and enjoyable summer!

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - Each Tuesday this summer a group of parishioners will help renovate a Habitat for Humanity home. Many are fulfilling their Outreach commitment for school or for Confirmation. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Weekend hours can be scheduled. Contact Allison at allison.k@adelphia.net or 839-5225 for details.

ANNULMENT WRITING WORKSHOP - Need help writing annulment papers? Get it done in one weekend at the Annulment Writing Workshop, Friday, August 22nd from 7-10 p.m. and Saturday, August 23rd from 8 a.m.-3 pm in Queen of Heaven Parish Center, 4220 Seneca St., W. Seneca. The $20 registration fee includes snacks, lunch and supplies. To register, call Barbara Wyse at 633-7786.

2nd ANNUAL JAZZ CONCERTS at St. Joseph University on Sunday, August 3, the Jim Tudini Band with dancing under the stars from 8-10 pm. Concert in the Community Room or on the grounds, weather permitting. Suggested donation is $10, children under 10 free. Refreshments available.

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

MASSES
SAT., August 2 - Vigil of Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
4:30 p.m. Jack Harder - wife, Virginia

SUN., August 3 - Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 am The Robert A. Kersten Family - Celeste Kersten
Lower 10:00 Mary Marczak - Family
Upper 12:15 pm Michelle Daege - Family

MON., August 4 - John Mary Vianney, priest
8:00 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione

TUES., August 5 - Dedication of the Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome
8:00 a.m. Peter O'Connor - Family

WED., August 6 - Transfiguration of the Lord
8:00 a.m. Nancy Germain - Ken & Carol Majko

THURS., August 7 - Sixtus II, pope, martyr and companions Cajetan, priest
8:00 a.m. Fr. Bernie Staszak - CTK Rectory Staff

FRI., August 8 - Dominic, priest
8:00 a.m. Grace and Mary Bruso - Bob Bruso

SAT., August 9 - Vigil of Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Kelly Parkot and Craig Kacalski
4:30 p.m. Martha and Floyd Jankowski - Pat & Marcia Donlon

SUN., August 10 - Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 am Matthew, Josephine and Anthony Bellittiere - Mr. & Mrs. Sam Bellittiere &
Family
Lower 10:00 Angelo Tirone - Helen Tirone
Upper 12:15 pm Marianne Younkers - Geraldine Klipfel

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

REVEREND MONSIGNOR JOSEPH SICARI
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

"AT ITS CORE, the environmental crisis is a moral challenge. It calls us to examine how we use and share the goods of the earth, what we pass on to future generations, and how we live in harmony with God's creation." - Renewing the Earth, U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, 1991

ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS: It's summertime. Bicycle or walk to Church with your family one beautiful morning. People who walk together, talk together. You may also hang your laundry outside on a sunny afternoon.

THE SOCIAL JUSTICE MINISTRY would like to thank the CTK community for your generous response to the request for household items for the family from Burma. The outpouring of gifts, from bicycles and clothes to kitchenware and vacuum cleaners, has been amazing! May God bless you for your charity and your unselfish concern for others.

ARE YOU A SCHOOL TEACHER OFF FOR THE SUMMER? Do you have some time to offer to Perpetual Adoration during the summer? If so please read the next announcement.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
"Hope is putting Faith to work when doubting would be easier" - Alaska Radio Mission, June 2005
There is always a need for Adorers: We are looking for people to sign-up to adore weekly at:
12:00 Noon on Tuesday, Friday & Sunday, and 1:00 pm on Monday, Friday and Saturday. If you can fill one of these time periods, call Jeanne at 839-4061 or Linda at 839-1889. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you & God bless you!

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.

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR
BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF August 10 -
19th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - 1 Kings 19:9a, 11-13a
2nd Reading - Romans 9:1-5
Gospel - Matthew 14:22-33

NEXT SUNDAY: Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Isaiah 56:1, 6-7
2nd Reading - Romans 11:13-15, 29-32
Gospel - Matthew 15:21-28

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Esther Alessandra, Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Sonja Bailey, Kay Barone, Wanda Bartczak, Charlie Basil, Judy Battaglia, Ceil Becker, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Jennifer Buchheit, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Robert Crowe, Ronald Donnelly, Silvana Dorner, Mary Fazekas, 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, 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, Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Madison Okiec, Peggy Page, Shelly Palmisano, Josephine Paolucci, Irene Papiz, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Joseph Pohrte, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Judy Rexinger, Tina Scalia, George Schanzer, Margaret Kathleen Scherrer, Marie Schmidt, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Connie Smith, Benjamin Smith, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Phil Teller, Elizabeth Thomas, Lois Todaro, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Rick Vivaqua, Jason Walczak, 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 Feuz, T. Janet Izzo (mother of Fran Izzo Roth), Beatrice Link, and James Rosel (brother-in-law of Barb Dotzler);
…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
"August 5, 2007 - Regular Collection - $12,577
"August 3, 2008 - Regular Collection - $13,660
Thank you for your Support!!

FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION OF MARY
The Feast of the Assumption on Friday, August 15th, is a holy day of obligation. Masses on Friday are at 8:00 a.m. and Noon, and the Vigil Mass on Thursday is at 7:00 p.m. Lectors, and Eucharistic Ministers are asked to sign up to minister at those masses.

ROSARY FOR LIFE
Next Saturday, August 16th, 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.

YOUTH CAR WASH
CTK Teen Youth Group thanks the many parishioners and friends who came to the car wash last Saturday. A total of $462 was collected at the Car Wash. All proceeds will benefit the St. Gianna Molla Pregnancy Care Center in downtown Buffalo.

FAN THE FLAME
101.7 FM Catholic Radio invites you to Fan the Flame - an outdoor music festival at Gateway Park on the Erie Canal in North Tonawanda, on August 24th from Noon - 9:00 pm. National Artists: Matt Maher, Steve Angrisano, and Tom Booth will be headlining the event. We will also have the best in local Christian music, including The Bob Fera Band and Relevant Worship. For tickets and more info on this special event, please stop by the Church Library after mass today.

WEDDING BANNS
2nd - Megan Smith and Stephen Makula

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING …
Sophia Kathryn Mazikowski, daughter of Emily (Hull) Mazikowski who was baptized in our Church last Sunday.

MARRIAGE: FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE
"For better of for worse" is not just a romantic phrase in the marriage vows. Sometimes it really can feel like the worst of times. At times we have to grieve the loss of our ideal marriage and see what we can still build together. If difficulties seem insurmountable, seek help:
¢ GOLDEN AND DIAMOND ANNIVERSARIES - The Diocese of Buffalo wishes to honor couples
who will observe their 50th, 60th, and 70th wedding anniversaries during 2008. The couples are
invited to a special Mass in St. Joseph's Cathedral on Sunday, October 12th, at 3:00 p.m. During
the Mass, couples will renew their marriage vows. A reception will follow at the Buffalo Convention
Center. If you would like to attend, please call the Rectory to make a reservation.
¢ RETROUVAILLE (RET-RO-VI) is a program for troubled marriages. It is a uniquely personal experience between husband and wife - a second chance! The next weekend is scheduled for September 26-28. For a brochure or further information call the Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210. For reservation, call 652-7138 or 668-9068. All inquiries are strictly confidential.
¢ HEART-TO-HEART PAIRS workshops help both men and women learn the tools to communicate skillfully, to problem solve constructively, and to build lasting love in their relationships with their spouse & children. Contact Dan & Irma at 716-652-1203, www.hearttoheartworkshops.com; or email: hearttoheartworkshops@yahoo.com.
¢ SEPARATED? DIVORCED, OR FACING A DIVORCE? DivorceLINK can help. Our volunteers are people like you who know the pain you are feeling. We offer support and healing help to men and women of all ages who are experiencing the devastation of a marriage breakup. Open forum "rap groups", meet twice monthly. Divorce recovery courses are offered each spring, summer and fall. DivorceLINK is affiliated with the Catholic Diocese of Buffalo. For more information, call your Office of Family Life Ministries at 716-847-2210.
¢ BRIDGES is a group for divorced, separated and widowed individuals. Many have found great comfort in attending group meetings on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the rectory conference room of St. Bernadette Church, 5930 South Abbott Road, Orchard Park. If you would like an e-mail update, please forward your name to Tracy at carboni@adelphia.net For more information call Dawn at 472-2491 or the Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210.
¢ NEED HELP WRITING ANNULMENT PAPERS? Get it done in one weekend at the Annulment Writing Workshop, Friday, August 22nd from 7-10 p.m. and Saturday, August 23rd from 8 a.m.-3 pm in Queen of Heaven Parish Center, 4220 Seneca St., W. Seneca. To register, call Barbara Wyse at 633-7786. $20 registration fee includes snacks, lunch and supplies.
¢ SURVIVE is a support group for those who have experienced the death of a spouse. We serve people who have had a recent loss as well as those who may have lost a spouse a while ago. SURVIVE meetings offer information, understanding, friendship and reassurance. SURVIVE is a place where you can talk about your loss with people who truly understand. For more information call your Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210. A packet of information on bereavement is also available through the Office of Family Life.

WHAT HAVE YOU DONE FOR YOUR MARRIAGE TODAY?
Resources for living happily ever after are right at your fingertips. Check out our U.S. Catholic Bishops new marriage website at http://www.foryourmarriage.org. Forward the website address to your friends and family whether engaged or married any number of years.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
Ü CTK Youth Council is looking for interested teens in grades 9-12 as of September to serve on the 2008-2009 Youth Council. This is the teen leadership board for our parish teen community. Members meet monthly to plan and implement events and activities aimed at providing opportunities to grow in the Catholic Faith, serve those in need, and to come together socially, strengthening old friendships and making new ones. If interested call Mrs. Peer for details.
Ü Youth Group Meeting - Sunday, September 7th youth Group Meeting at 11:00 a.m. Join us for 10:00 am mass and afterward for refreshments and meeting in the Church Library. All High School Teens of the parish are automatically members of the CTK Teen youth Group. Come to the meeting and pick up the calendar of the upcoming events
Ü Lights for the World - Sunday, September 14th from the 9:30-5:30 pm at CTK Seminary. Join us for this one-day teen event run by the diocese, which includes a national keynote Youth speaker, workshops, lunch and closing mass. Cost is $20. Parish deadline for registration is Tuesday, September 22nd. Please call to register.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Registration for the 2008-2009 is now closed. However, if you are NEW to the parish, contact the Rectory at 839-1430. Also, the Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated on Sunday, October 26th, at a special 12:15 p.m. Mass. Bishop Edward Kmiec will be the celebrant.

VOCATION VIEWS - Do not be afraid; have faith and trust the Lord's call. Consider being a priest, deacon, brother, or sister. If God is calling you, call Fr. Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL is now closed for the summer, and will resume on Tuesday, September 2nd. Have a blessed and enjoyable summer!

SENIORS OF THE DIOCESE: talks, lunch and entertainment. On Wednesday, September 10th, St. Gregory the Great Parish, as part of its Jubilee Year Celebration, will offer a Day of Reflection for diocesan seniors age 55+. Begins with 8 a.m. Mass followed by a series of talks by Father Joseph Gatto and Franciscan Friar Father Francis Lombardo in St. Gregory's Ministry Center. Lunch and refreshments will be served; a donation is asked to defray costs. Well-known entertainer, Jack Civiletto, will sing songs from the Frank Sinatra era after lunch. As space is limited, reservations are required by calling Sister Maureen Fanning at 716-688-5678, extension 340 by September 1.

RESPECT LIFE
Did you know? … NYS law allows abortions to be performed up to the age of "viability" legally defined as 24 weeks gestation. The proposed Reproductive Health and Privacy Protection Act would leave fetal viability to be a judgment call of the abortionist with no requirement of a second opinion. Furthermore, the bill would permit abortions to be performed at any point in the pregnancy if the abortionist decides it is necessary to protect the woman's health. If there is a possibility that the infant could be born alive, existing law requires a second physician to present to care for the infant. The RHAPP bill would allow the abortionist to forgo this precaution. Obviously, all of the loopholes in this bill present a tremendous conflict of interest for the abortionist and minimal or no protection for the mother and child. Be informed and inform others. Call your state legislators and ask them to oppose this extreme abortion bill S55828 - The Parish Pro-Life Committee

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
"Look at the design of a woven basket. From the simplest basket to the most complex, the ribs must be centered and held in balance. If the ribs are out of balance, the whole basket will be lopsided, uneven and off-center. Just like a woven basket, our life's journey must have a fixed bearing: Christ." -Alaska Radio Mission, November 2002

THERE IS ALWAYS A NEED FOR ADORERS: We are in urgent need of an adorer for 3:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday morning and at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday afternoon. We are also looking for people to sign-up to adore weekly at: 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday; and 5:00 p.m. on Saturday. If you can fill one of these time periods, call Linda at 839-1889. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you & God bless you!

CATHOLIC BIBLICAL STUDIES PROGRAM - First year classes will be held at St. Leo's in Amherst on Wednesday evening from 7:00-9:00 pm, Our Lady Help of Christians in Cheektowaga on Thursday mornings from 10:30-12:30; and at St. Mary of the Assumption in Lancaster on Thursday evenings, from 7:00-9:00 pm. Program is open to adults of all ages with a curiosity to learn more about God's living word. Classes begin in September. There are three 10-week sessions per year with classes that meet for 2-hours once a week. Go to www.CBSStudies.org, or call 871-9180 for more information.

GOD BLESS YOU
In the Oxford dictionary some of the ways the word "Bless" is defined is as follows: to make or declare holy, to favor, endow, to keep or protect from harm.
As part of our Sunday celebration we come together as a People of God. This is what distinguishes this gathering from other times that we gather together. We join together as a community to worship the God who created us.
The acronym ACTS outlines the types of prayers that are offered. ACTS: Adoration, Contrition, Supplication, and Thanksgiving. We acknowledge our humanity and offer contrition, sorrow, as we recite the prayer that begins "I confess to almighty God and to you my brothers and sisters, that I have sinned…" We present our needs to God in an act of supplication during the prayers of the faithful. Eucharistic translates to the word Thanksgiving. After we receive the Eucharist, we have the opportunity to sit quietly, adore and reflect using any or all of these ACTS. We conclude our celebration with a final blessing. It is a great comfort to remain to receive the final blessing at the end of mass, a blessing that is meant to bring goodness and protection to us as we go out into the world. A blessing that along wit the Eucharist can sustain us until we come together as a faith community, a People of God.
May the Lord Bless you and keep you. May God let His face shine upon you and bring you peace.

"MY DEAR FRIENDS, God's creation is one and is good. The concerns for non-violence, sustainable development, justice and peace, and the care of our environment are of vital importance to humanity." - Pope Benedict XVI, World Youth Day, July 17, 2008

ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS: National Fuel Gas is continuing its customer rebate program for furnaces, boilers, thermostats, hot water tanks and tankless water heaters. For example, purchase a hot air furnace with 90% efficiency and get $300 back. Contact 1-877-285-7824 or www.NationalFuelForThought.com for requirements.

THANK YOU! $10,885,157.20 was raised for Appeal 2008. In the midst of a "perfect storm" - in spite of snowstorms, the economy, skyrocketing gas prices and challenges across the Diocese, you held fast, worked hard and persevered! We cannot thank you enough. Our hearts are full of grateful appreciation. - Sincerely, Rev. Msgr. Joseph Sicari, Dennis Walczyk, all of the Catholic Charities Appeal Staff and The Appeal 2008 Team: Martha Lamparelli, John & Sherri Ciminelli, Greg Maher, and Mick Whipple

SISTERS OF ST. FRANCES AT 201 Reist Street, Williamsville, are having a "Gigantic" Garage sale on Friday, August 15th and Saturday, August 16th from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. There are items galore…some real treasures! Come and browse while visiting with the Sisters.

MASSES
SAT., August 9 - Vigil of Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Kelly Parkot and Craig Kacalski
4:30 p.m. Martha and Floyd Jankowski - Pat & Marcia Donlon

MON., August 11 - Clare, virgin
8:00 a.m. Agnes Lorenzo - Family

TUES., August 12 - Weekday, 19th Week of Ordinary Time
8:00 a.m. Nick Dusenberry - Family

WED., August 13 - Pontian, pope, martyr and Hippolytus, priest, martyr
8:00 a.m. Gladys Georger - Family

THURS., August 14 - Maximillian Mary Kolbe, priest, martyr
8:00 a.m. Andrew John Sobczyk - The Mania Family
Vigil Mass
7:00 p.m. People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione

FRI., August 15 - Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
8:00 a.m. Mary Jiallella - Patricia & Frieda Clark
Noon Marian Gallson - Family

SAT., August 16 - Vigil of Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
4:30 p.m. Brian Sullivan - Meggan & Carol

SUN., August 17 - Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 am Angelo & Carmela LaMonto - Joe, Sue & Grandson
Lower 10:00 Joseph & Mary Drew - Angela Coppola
Upper 12:15 pm Sandie Lasher Benz - Family

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING
30 LAMARCK DR
BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF August 17
20th Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Isaiah 56:1, 6-7
2nd Reading - Romans 11:13-15, 29-32
Gospel - Matthew 15:21-28

NEXT SUNDAY: Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Isaiah 22:19-23
2nd Reading - Romans 11:33-36
Gospel - Matthew 16:13-20

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.

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Esther Alessandra, Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Sonja Bailey, Kay Barone, Wanda Bartczak, Charlie Basil, Judy Battaglia, Ceil Becker, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Jennifer Buchheit, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Robert Crowe, Ronald Donnelly, Silvana Dorner, Mary Fazekas, Sister Dorothy Feltz, Fred Floss, Jerry Fasolino, 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, 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, Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Madison Okiec, Peggy Page, Shelly Palmisano, Josephine Paolucci, Irene Papiz, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Joseph Pohrte, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Judy Rexinger, Tina Scalia, George Schanzer, Margaret Kathleen Scherrer, Marie Schmidt, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Connie Smith, Benjamin Smith, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Phil Teller, Elizabeth Thomas, Lois Todaro, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Rick Vivaqua, Jason Walczak, 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;
Robert J. Allaire (brother of Fr. Barry Allaire);
…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

MEDJUGORIE PRAYER GROUP
The next meeting of the Medjugorie Prayer Group will be held on Tuesday, August 19th, at 9:30 a.m. at 159 Halwill Dr. All are welcome. Please call 839-4042 if you are attending.

FAN THE FLAME
101.7 FM Catholic Radio invites you to Fan the Flame - an outdoor music festival at Gateway Park on the Erie Canal in North Tonawanda, on August 24th from Noon - 9:00 pm. National Artists: Matt Maher, Steve Angrisano, and Tom Booth will be headlining the event. We will also have the best in local Christian music, including The Bob Fera Band and Relevant Worship. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Children under 12 are Free! Tickets are available by calling the Station of the Cross, at 839-6117. The Station of the Cross is located at 6325 Sheridan Dr. in Williamsville, or go to Club Infinity Box Office at 565-0110 or Tops Markets.

CTK WOMEN'S BOWLERS
Bowling begins on Tuesday, September 3rd at 10:00 a.m. at Tonawanda Bowling Center, also the St Benedict's League on Thursday's at 9:30 a.m.

WEDDING BANNS
1st - Katherine Ragusa and Scott Keller
3rd - Megan Smith and Stephen Makula

CONGRATULATIONS TO …
Kelly (Parkot) and Craig Kacalski, who were married in our Church last Saturday, August 9th. We wish them God's love and a happy life together.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING …
Marco William Martino, son of Sheri (Troeber) & Michael Martino; and Giovanni Michael Ferro and Salvatore Michael Ferro, sons of Shannon (O'Malley) & Vincent Ferro; who were baptized in our Church last Sunday.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Registration for the 2008-2009 is now closed. However, if you are NEW to the parish, contact the Rectory at 839-1430.
Opening Classes:
Grades 1-5: Sunday, September 21st - 11:00-12:00 Noon
Grade 8: Monday, September 29th - 7:00-8:15 pm
Grade 6: Monday, October 20th - 7:00-8:15 pm
Grade 7: Monday, January 5th, 2009 - 7:00-8:15 p.m.

Ü Grade 9 Parent and Student Meeting: Sunday, September 14th, 130-2:30 pm in the Lower Church
Ü Families that are registered in the program will receive information as well as the calendar dates for classes after Labor Day.
Ü Confirmation Rehearsal will be held on Monday, October 13th in the Lower Church at 7:00 p.m.
Ü The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated on Sunday, October 26th, at a special 12:15 p.m. Mass. Bishop Edward Kmiec will be the celebrant.

VOCATION VIEWS - My house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples. As a church, let us pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life. If God is calling you, call Fr. Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL is now closed for the summer, and will resume on Tuesday, September 2nd. Have a blessed and enjoyable summer!

PARISH OUTREACH
Health Care Proxy and Advance Health Care Planning
You have a say in the health care you receive by doing some planning and communicating now. Advance health care planning permits peace of mind for you and your family by reducing uncertainty and avoiding confusion and conflict over your care.

Basic Steps
1) Think about what's important to you and how you want to receive your health care.
2) Select a person to speak for you if you are unable to speak for yourself.
3) Talk about your health care wishes.
4) Put your choices in writing.

Complete the following thoughts - there is no right or wrong answer, just your own perspective.
1) Describe in your own words what makes life meaningful and worth living to you.
2) What aspects of life are most important?
3) Who or what sustains you when you face serious decisions or challenges in your life?
4) How do you want to live your life?

Your answers and ideas may change as time or circumstances vary, discuss these ideas with someone else - do they understand what is important to you? If you become unable to speak for yourself or to make health care decisions, New York State law allows you to pick someone to speak for you and make decisions on your behalf. In addition to having frequent discussions with those who might be involved in future health care decision -making, put your wishes in writing and review regularly. If you have questions or need help with completing a Health Care Proxy contact Nancy Burns at the Rectory, 839-1430 or Outreach@ctksnyder.com

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING NEW TO DO?
Become a member of the Come and See Team! You can help with greeting, refreshments, table talk, and assisting speakers on the first Thursday of every month from October through May at 7:00 p.m. in St. Benedict's Church. It's a great way to get involved, meet new people, and have fun! There will be a team meeting on Thursday, September 4th at 7:00 pm in St. Benedict's cafeteria, Main St. at Eggert Road in Amherst. For information call Lorie Duquin at 632-0369.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
Ü CTK Youth Council is looking for interested teens in grades 9-12 as of September to serve on the 2008-2009 Youth Council. This is the teen leadership board for our parish teen community. Members meet monthly to plan and implement events and activities aimed at providing opportunities to grow in the Catholic Faith, serve those in need, and to come together socially, strengthening old friendships and making new ones. If interested call Mrs. Peer for details.
Ü Youth Group Meeting - Sunday, September 7th at 11:00 a.m. Join us for 10:00 am mass and afterward for refreshments and meeting in the Church Library. All High School Teens of the parish are automatically members of the CTK Teen youth Group. Come to the meeting and pick up the calendar of the upcoming events
Ü Lights for the World - Sunday, September 14th from the 9:30-5:30 pm at CTK Seminary. Join us for this one-day teen event run by the diocese, which includes a national keynote Youth speaker, workshops, lunch and closing mass. Cost is $20. Parish deadline for registration is Tuesday, September 22nd. Please call to register.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
"The value of a holy hour is so great that it brings multitudes of souls from the edge and brink of hell to the very gates of heaven." - Letters to a Brother Priest
THERE IS ALWAYS A NEED FOR ADORERS: We are in Urgent Need of an adorer for 3:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday morning and at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday afternoon. We are also looking for people to sign-up to adore weekly on Friday at 6:00 pm, and 7:00 pm; Saturday at 7:00 pm, 8:00 pm, and 10:00 pm; and Wednesday at 10:00 pm. If you can fill one of these time periods, call Linda at 839-1889. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you & God bless you!

CATHOLIC BIBLICAL STUDIES PROGRAM
First year classes will be held at St. Leo's in Amherst on Wednesday evening from 7:00-9:00 pm, Our Lady Help of Christians in Cheektowaga on Thursday mornings from 10:30-12:30; and at St. Mary of the Assumption in Lancaster on Thursday evenings, from 7:00-9:00 pm. Program is open to adults of all ages with a curiosity to learn more about God's living word. Classes begin in September. There are three 10-week sessions per year with classes that meet for 2-hours once a week. Go to www.CBSStudies.org, or call 871-9180 for more information.

¢ GOLDEN AND DIAMOND ANNIVERSARIES - The Diocese of Buffalo wishes to honor couples
who will observe their 50th, 60th, and 70th wedding anniversaries during 2008. The couples are
invited to a special Mass in St. Joseph's Cathedral on Sunday, October 12th, at 3:00 p.m. During
the Mass, couples will renew their marriage vows. A reception will follow at the Buffalo Convention
Center. If you would like to attend, please call the Rectory to make a reservation.

¢ RETROUVAILLE (RET-RO-VI) is a program for troubled marriages. It is a uniquely personal experience between husband and wife - a second chance! The next weekend is scheduled for September 26-28. For a brochure or further information call the Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210. For reservation, call 652-7138 or 668-9068. All inquiries are strictly confidential.

¢ HEART-TO-HEART PAIRS workshops help both men and women learn the tools to communicate skillfully, to problem solve constructively, and to build lasting love in their relationships with their spouse & children. Contact Dan & Irma at 716-652-1203, www.hearttoheartworkshops.com; or email: hearttoheartworkshops@yahoo.com.

¢ SEPARATED? DIVORCED, OR FACING A DIVORCE? DivorceLINK can help. Our volunteers are people like you who know the pain you are feeling. We offer support and healing help to men and women of all ages who are experiencing the devastation of a marriage breakup. Open forum "rap groups", meet twice monthly. Divorce recovery courses are offered each spring, summer and fall. DivorceLINK is affiliated with the Catholic Diocese of Buffalo. For more information, call your Office of Family Life Ministries at 716-847-2210.

¢ BRIDGES is a group for divorced, separated and widowed individuals. Many have found great comfort in attending group meetings on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the rectory conference room of St. Bernadette Church, 5930 South Abbott Road, Orchard Park. If you would like an e-mail update, please forward your name to Tracy at carboni@adelphia.net For more information call Dawn at 472-2491 or the Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210.

¢ HOW TO START THE ANNULMENT PROCESS: Don't know how to begin the annulment process? There will be an Annulment Writing workshop, Friday, August 22nd, from 7:00 -10:00 pm and Saturday, August 23rd, from 8:00 am-3:00 pm in Queen of Heaven Parish Center, 4220 Seneca St., W. Seneca. Finish your annulment papers in one weekend. To register, call Barbara Wyse at 633-7786. $20 registration fee includes snacks, lunch and supplies.

¢ SURVIVE is a support group for those who have experienced the death of a spouse. We serve people who have had a recent loss as well as those who may have lost a spouse a while ago. SURVIVE meetings offer information, understanding, friendship and reassurance. SURVIVE is a place where you can talk about your loss with people who truly understand. For more information call your Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210. A packet of information on bereavement is also available through the Office of Family Life.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTS: In the 1990's the German government passed legislation to required utility companies to purchase electricity form clean energy sources at greater than market cost. The additional costs are spread among all energy consumers in the country. Today, ten percent of the energy needs of Germany are provided by wind and solar power, with the growth of tens of thousands of jobs in the solar and wind energy industries.

"As Catholic Bishops, we make no independent judgment on the plausibility of 'global warming.' Rather, we accept the consensus findings of so many scientist and the conclusions of the intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) as a basis for continuing research and prudent action … The evidence of global climate change and the emerging scientific consensus about the human impact on this process have led many governments to reach the conclusions that they need to invest time, money, and political will to address the problem through collective international action." - US Catholic Bishops, "Global Climate Change", June 2001

AREA EVENTS
Ü Outdoors Mass & Free Concert at Clinton Park Gazebo, Tonawanda on August 23rd . Mass will be celebrated at 4:30 by Fr. Mike Uebler, followed by a concert featuring the Rockwell Brass Quintet. Hot dogs, chips & beverages will be provided following the service. Bring a chair and an appetite.
Ü Historic St. Ann's Church & Shrine on Broadway & Emslie St. in Buffalo is celebrating its 150th Anniversary with a special mass at 10:00 a.m. on August 24th. All former parishioners, school alumni and friends are invited. Secured parking. For more info call 852-2076, Fr. Roy Herberger.
Ü Holy Cross Church, Maryland & Seventh Streets will celebrate its Homecoming Mass on Sunday, September 7 at 11:00 a.m. A reception will follow in the Holy Cross Parish Hall.
Ü Following Programs are free. Call 447-6205 to register:
- Pre-Diabetes at St. Joseph Hospital - September 8 at 9:00 a.m. - Call 447-6205 to register.
- Prostrate Cancer Seminar - September 9 at 7:00 pm at Appletree Business Park, Suite 8a. Presented by Dr. Won Sam Yi.
- Total Knee/Hip Program - September 90 at 7:00 pm at Appletree Business Park, Suite 8a
- What you should know about Parkinson's Disease - September 16 at 6:30 pm at Appletree Business Park, Suite 8a, presented by Dr. Robert Plunkett & Pat Weigel.
- Pacemaker Support Group - September 17 at 6:30 pm at Appletree Business Park
Ü Infant and Adult CPR - September 22 at 6:00 pm, Appletree Business Park, Suite 8a. Call 447-6205 to register, there is a cost for this program.

MEMORIAL MASS FOR TIM RUSSERT - The Sisters of Mercy invite you and your families to a Memorial Mass for the repose of the soul of Tim Russert which will be celebrated at Our Lady of Victory Basilica at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 14th.

MASSES
SAT., August 16 - Vigil of Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
4:30 p.m. Brian Sullivan - Meggan & Carol

MON., August 18 - Jan Frances de Chantal, religious
8:00 a.m. Joseph B. Flynn - Christopher & Barbara Flynn

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

WED., August 20 - Bernard, abbot, doctor
8:00 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione

THURS., August 21 - Pius X, pope
8:00 a.m. Mass of Gratitude for 50 years of Marriage - Dr. & Mrs. A. Gamziukas

FRI., August 22 - Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary
8:00 a.m. Salvatore Fricano - Bob & Linda Maslona

SAT., August 23 - Vigil of Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Megan Smith and Stephen Makula
4:30 p.m. Edwin J. McAuley - E.J. Terhaar

SUN., August 24 - Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 am People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione
Lower 10:00 Deceased Members of the Tehaar Family
Upper 12:15 pm Daniel Santercole - daughter, Elaine

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR
BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF August 24 -
21th Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Isaiah 22:19-23
2nd Reading - Romans 11:33-36
Gospel - Matthew 16:13-20

NEXT SUNDAY: Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Jeremiah 20:7-9
2nd Reading - Romans 12:1-2
Gospel - Matthew 16:21-27

OLYMPIC GOLD
We congratulate Tom Terhaar who coached the U.S. Women's Rowing Team for the First Place Olympic Gold win! Tom, the son of John and Janet Terhaar, is a graduate of Christ the King School and St. Joseph Collegiate High School. Congratulations!

ANOINTING OF THE SICK
The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is a sacrament of spiritual comfort for the seriously ill or ages, (formerly call extreme unction). The effects are believed to include not only spiritual healing but also the restoration of bodily health, if God so wills. While some hospitals may have a Catholic Priest on call to anoint those who are sick or awaiting surgery. if you are aware of a scheduled surgery / procedure, please receive the anointing before you go to the hospital. You may stop by the Sacristy after Mass, or call the Rectory to set up an appointment.

FAN THE FLAME - THIS WEEKEND!
101.7 FM Catholic Radio invites you to Fan the Flame - an outdoor music festival at Gateway Park on the Erie Canal in North Tonawanda, on August 24th from Noon - 9:00 pm. National Artists: Matt Maher, Steve Angrisano, and Tom Booth will be headlining the event. We will also have the best in local Christian music, including The Bob Fera Band and Relevant Worship. Tickets are $15 at the door. Children under 12 are Free!

CTK WOMEN'S BOWLERS
Bowling begins on Tuesday, September 2nd at 10:00 a.m. at Tonawanda Bowling Center, also the St Benedict's League on Thursday's at 9:30 a.m. It's a fun league, no sanction fee and we allow for vacation time, etc. If interested in joining us, or for information, call Marge Riso at 839-4150

WEDDING BANNS
1st - Kristin Barrett and Nathan Brobyna
2nd - Katherine Ragusa and Scott Keller

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING …
Ryan Jacob Freeland, son of Amy (Bussman) & Mark Freeland; and Maxine Fanny Maggio, daughter of Stacey Swiantek & Jonathan Maggio; who were baptized in our Church last Sunday.

VOCATION VIEWS - Peter received his special call when he acknowledged Jesus as Messiah. We who believe in Jesus as Lord and Savior also receive a special call. Ask the Lord to direct your heart. If God is calling you, call Fr. Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
There are a few openings in 3rd grade and 7th grade. If you are interested, please call the school office at 839-0473. We hope everyone is enjoying their summer.
¢ Tuesday, September 2nd - School resumes for Grades 1-8
Students should wear their uniforms
Noon Dismissal
¢ Wednesday, September 3rd - First Day for Kindergarten
Noon Dismissal for all students K-8
¢ Thursday, September 4th - Noon Dismissal
¢ Friday, September 5th - Pre-K Open House for registered students
Students in Grades 1-8 will attend 8:45 a.m. Mass
Noon dismissal for all students K-8

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTS:
The United States, with 5% of the world's population, consistently using 25% of the gas, oil and coal fossil fuel burned globally. Britain announced this year that it will invest $200 billion dollars in the next 12 years in alternative energy, including construction of 7,000 wind generations.

"The virtue of prudence is paramount in addressing climate change… Prudence in intelligence applied to our actions. It allows us to discern what constitutes the common good in a given situation. …
"In facing climate change, what we already know requires a response; it cannot be easily dismissed. Significant levels of scientific consensus - even in a situation with less than full certainty, where the consequences of not acting are serious - justifies, indeed can obligate, our taking actions intended to avert potential dangers. In other words, if enough evidence indicates that the present course of action could jeopardize humankind's well-being, prudence dictates taking mitigating or preventative action." - US Catholic Bishops, June 2001

SENIORS OF THE DIOCESE: talks, lunch and entertainment - On Wednesday, September 10th, St. Gregory the Great Parish, as part of its Jubilee Year Celebration, will offer a Day of Reflection for diocesan seniors age 55+. Begins with 8 a.m. Mass followed by a series of talks by Father Joseph Gatto and Franciscan Friar Father Francis Lombardo in St. Gregory's Ministry Center. Lunch and refreshments will be served; a donation is asked to defray costs. Well-known entertainer, Jack Civiletto, will sing songs from the Frank Sinatra era after lunch. As space is limited, reservations are required by calling Sister Maureen Fanning at 716-688-5678, ext. 340, by September 1.

JOIN THE ST. BENEDICT'S SENIORS on a trip to see the "Vatican Treasures", on Thursday, September 4th. Cost is $50. Also a trip to Erie, PA Casino on September 15, cost of $20 and get $20 in playing money, or a trip to Seneca Allegheny Casino on October 14. Cost is $20 and get $20 in playing money. Call Val at 838-0291 for information.

WWW.WNYSeniorCare.org is an online senior care assessment tool designed for families who are experiencing a caregiver challenge with their elderly loved one and may not know how to move forward in obtaining the right type of tool. Answer the 11 questions about your senior's daily life, from how meals are prepared, to bathing abilities, to level of mobility. The score you receive will enable you to read a description of the level of care that would best suit your elderly loved one, as well as a list of facilities and services throughout WNY that fall within this level of care.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
Ü CTK Youth Council is looking for interested teens in grades 9-12 as of September to serve on the 2008-2009 Youth Council. This is the teen leadership board for our parish teen community. Members meet monthly to plan and implement events and activities aimed at providing opportunities to grow in the Catholic Faith, serve those in need, and to come together socially, strengthening old friendships and making new ones. If interested call Mrs. Peer for details.
Ü Youth Group Meeting - Sunday, September 7th at 11:00 a.m. Join us for 10:00 am mass and afterward for refreshments and meeting in the Church Library. All High School Teens of the parish are automatically members of the CTK Teen youth Group. Come to the meeting and pick up the calendar of the upcoming events
Ü Lights for the World - Sunday, September 14th from the 9:30-5:30 pm at CTK Seminary. Join us for this one-day teen event run by the diocese, which includes a national keynote Youth speaker, workshops, lunch and closing mass. Cost is $20. Parish deadline for registration is Tuesday, September 22nd. Please call to register.

PRAYER SHAWLS
Every Wednesday evening, a group of dedicated women meet in the Church Library from 7-9 pm to knit Prayer Shawls. As we begin our knitting, an opening prayer is offered, asking God's love be woven into the yarn in the knitters hands and each participant prays for those in need. After the shawls are complete they are blessed. It is our hope that those who receive the shawls might know God's comforting and healing presence. If you or someone you know are ill, or going through a difficult time, we would like you to receive a prayer shawl. They are free of charge. Please call the Rectory at 839-1430.

DO YOU LIKE TO HELP PEOPLE?
Become a member of the Come and See Team! We need people to help with greeting, refreshments, table talk facilitation and assisting speakers on the first Thursday of every month from October through May at 7:00 p.m. in St. Benedict's Church. It's a great way to get involved, meet new people, and have fun! There will be a team meeting on Thursday, September 4th at 7:00 pm in St. Benedict's cafeteria, Main St. at Eggert Road in Amherst. For information call Lorie Duquin at 632-0369.

IS GAMBLING AFFECTING YOUR RELATIONSHIP? Does your spouse spend more time and money gambling than you think they should? Is it causing problems for the two of you? A research study sponsored by the University at Buffalo and the Gambling Recovery Program is seeking couples interested in receiving help due to the negative effects of gambling. The Couples Treatment Project is a free, confidential, and professional program that may help you and your partner stop the downward spiral of a gambling problem. For more information, call 887-2216.

MASSES
SAT., August 23 - Vigil of Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Megan Smith and Stephen Makula
4:30 p.m. Edwin J. McAuley - E.J. Terhaar

MON., August 25 - Louis of France Joseph Calasanz, priest
8:00 a.m. Don White - Family

TUES., August 26 - Weekday, 21st Week in Ordinary Time
8:00 a.m. Vincent Zarcone - Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Magoffin

WED., August 27 - Monica
8:00 a.m. Mary Roach Horan and Paul Horan - The Horan Family

THURS., August 28 - Augustine, bishop, doctor
8:00 a.m. Maureen and Gary Grundtisch - Family

FRI., August 29 - Martyrdom of John the Baptist
8:00 a.m. Theresa Smith - JoAnn Mikulec & Faculty

SAT., August 30 - Vigil of Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time
4:30 p.m. Leo Barron - The Barron Family

SUN., August 31 - Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 am Marilyn Militello - Ingrid Sapano
Lower 10:00 Jane Sullivan - Carol & Meggan
Upper 12:15 pm Jack Barrett - Family

AREA EVENTS
Ü Holy Cross Church, Maryland & Seventh Streets will celebrate its Homecoming Mass on Sunday, September 7 at 11:00 a.m. A reception will follow in the Holy Cross Parish Hall.
Ü Following Programs are free. Call 447-6205 to register:
- Pre-Diabetes at St. Joseph Hospital - September 8 at 9:00 a.m. - Call 447-6205 to register.
- Prostrate Cancer Seminar - September 9 at 7:00 pm at Appletree Business Park, Suite 8a. Presented by Dr. Won Sam Yi.
- Total Knee/Hip Program - September 9 at 7:00 pm at Appletree Business Park, Suite 8a
- What you should know about Parkinson's Disease - September 16 at 6:30 pm at Appletree Business Park, Suite 8a, presented by Dr. Robert Plunkett & Pat Weigel.
- Pacemaker Support Group - September 17 at 6:30 pm at Appletree Business Park
Ü Infant and Adult CPR - September 22 at 6:00 pm, Appletree Business Park, Suite 8a. Call 447-6205 to register, there is a cost for this program.
Ü RETROUVAILLE is a program for troubled marriages. The next weekend is scheduled for September 26-28. For further information call the Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210. For reservation, call 652-7138 or 668-9068. All inquiries are strictly confidential.

HELP FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY - Summer is nearly over and most Moms are ready for their children to head back to school, but if you feel the difficulties and challenges facing you and your children everyday are overwhelming, talk with a Catholic Charities social worker at an office near you. Call 856-4494 or go to www.ccwny.org, go to Services, then Counseling and Support.

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.

DO YOU HAVE A FAMILY MEMBER SERVING OUR COUNTRY
IN THE MILITARY, AT HOME OR OVERSEAS?
We will be glad to add their name to the bulletin board in the Vestibule of the Upper Church, which has been dedicated to honor those who are in all arms of the military. This display gives a visual reminder of the brave, dedicated men and women serving our country, and reminds us to keep them in our personal prayers, as well as our prayers at Mass. Send us a photograph (if available), and information including their name, rank, arm of military and assignment - whether overseas or at home. This will be an on-going display, so please continue to send in the names and pictures. Our thanks to the Respect Life Committee for designing the display.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
We have been blessed at Christ the King Church with a Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Chapel since June, 2000. The Adoration Chapel is located at the top of the stairs, when entering the Church at the archway between the Church and the School. These doors are unlocked from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily, and approximately 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm on Saturday. Please consider becoming a scheduled adorer in our beautiful Chapel. It is only by the dedication of volunteers that the Chapel remains open for all parishioners 24/7. Each hour should have at least two prayer partners so that if one is sick or on vacation the hour will still be covered. Listed below are the hours where we need adorers. Won't you join in the unceasing prayer of the parishioners of Christ the King parish? Thank you for your prayerful consideration.
"O God, you are my God; for you I long, for you my soul is thirsting; my body pines for you like a dry weary land without water. So I will gaze on you in the sanctuary to see your strength and your glory. My soul shall be filled as with a banquet." - Psalm 63
THERE IS ALWAYS A NEED FOR ADORERS: We are in Urgent Need of an adorer for 3:00 a.m. on Wednesday morning and at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday afternoon. We are also looking for people to sign-up to adore weekly at 12:00 Midnight on Sunday and Monday; at 1:00 a.m. on Tuesday and Friday; and at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, Monday and Friday. If you can fill one of these time periods, call Linda at 839-1889. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you & God bless you!

RESERVED PARKING
When attending Weekday or Weekend Masses, please Do Not park in the two spots reserved for the Adoration Chapel or the parking spots reserved for the Convent. Thank you.

PARISH ROSARY CHAIN
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.

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Esther Alessandra, Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Sonja Bailey, Kay Barone, Wanda Bartczak, Charlie Basil, Judy Battaglia, Ceil Becker, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Jennifer Buchheit, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Claudia Cardino, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Robert Crowe, Ronald Donnelly, Silvana Dorner, Mary Fazekas, Sister Dorothy Feltz, Fred Floss, Jerry Fasolino, 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, 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, Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Madison Okiec, Peggy Page, Shelly Palmisano, Josephine Paolucci, Irene Papiz, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Joseph Pohrte, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Judy Rexinger, Tina Scalia, George Schanzer, Margaret Kathleen Scherrer, Marie Schmidt, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Connie Smith, Benjamin Smith, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Phil Teller, Elizabeth Thomas, Lois Todaro, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Rick Vivaqua, Jason Walczak, 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;
Robert Frauenheim (brother of Beth Abbott), and Fr. David Scheider (pastor of Holy Name of Mary Parish, East Pembroke)
…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

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR
BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF August 31 -
22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Jeremiah 20:7-9
2nd Reading - Romans 12:1-2
Gospel - Matthew 16:21-27

NEXT SUNDAY: Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Ezekiel 33:7-9
2nd Reading - Romans 13:8-10
Gospel - Matthew 18:15-20

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Esther Alessandra, Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Sonja Bailey, Kay Barone, Wanda Bartczak, Charlie Basil, Judy Battaglia, Ceil Becker, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Jennifer Buchheit, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Claudia Cardino, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Robert Crowe, Ronald Donnelly, Silvana Dorner, Jerry Fasolino, Mary Fazekas, 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, 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, Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Madison Okiec, Peggy Page, Shelly Palmisano, Josephine Paolucci, Irene Papiz, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Joseph Pohrte, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Judy Rexinger, Tina Scalia, George Schanzer, Margaret Kathleen Scherrer, Marie Schmidt, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Connie Smith, Benjamin Smith, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Phil Teller, Elizabeth Thomas, Lois Todaro, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Rick Vivaqua, 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;
…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
" August 12, 2007 - Regular Collection - $11,132.00
" August 10, 2008 - Regular Collection - $13,740.00

" Assumption 2007 - $2,590.00
" Assumption 2008 - $2,398.00

" August 19, 2007 - Regular Collection - $13,223.50
" August 17, 2008 - Regular Collection - $11,196.63

" August 26, 2007 - Regular Collection - $11,082.50
" August 24, 2008 - Regular Collection - $12,841.00

Thank you for your Support!!

FRIDAY OF THIS WEEK is the first Friday for the month of September. Masses will be at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m. After the 8:45 Mass, the Rosary and Altar Society will gather in the Church 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, September 4. All Women of the Parish are Welcome!

ADULT CHOIR RESUMES REHEARSALS on Wednesday, September 10, at 7:00 pm in the Music Room. Anyone interested in joining, please call Adria, at 839-1430, ext. 212

GOLDEN AND DIAMOND ANNIVERSARIES - The Diocese of Buffalo wishes to honor couples who will observe their 50th, 60th, and 70th wedding anniversaries during 2008. The couples are invited to a special Mass in St. Joseph's Cathedral on Sunday, October 12th, at 3:00 p.m. During the Mass, couples will renew their marriage vows. A reception will follow at the Buffalo Convention Center. If you would like to attend, please call the Rectory to make a reservation.

ANNOUNCEMENT CORRECTION
A political announcement on behalf of one candidate for the upcoming Erie County Family Court election appeared in the advertising section of our parish bulletin over the last two weeks. That announcement was ordered and paid for by the candidate through the bulletin's publishing company. Please note that the announcement was accepted in error, by the publishing company. The parish does not accept political advertising of any kind.
Please also note that the prior inclusion of these advertisements did not constitute any endorsement of any candidate by the parish.

THE SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK is a sacrament of spiritual comfort for the seriously ill or aged, (formerly called extreme unction). If you are aware of a scheduled surgery or procedure, please receive the anointing before you go to the hospital. You may stop by the Sacristy after Mass, or call the Rectory to set up an appointment.

CTK WOMEN'S BOWLING begins on Tuesday, September 2nd at 10:00 a.m. at Tonawanda Bowling Center, also the St Benedict's League on Thursday's at 9:30 a.m. It's a fun league, no sanction fee and we allow for vacation time, etc. To join, or for information, call Marge Riso at 839-4150

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
"Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times" - 2 Thessalonians 3:16
THERE IS ALWAYS A NEED FOR ADORERS: We are in Urgent Need of an adorer for 3:00 a.m. on Wednesday morning and at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday afternoon. We are also looking for people to sign-up to adore weekly at 3:00 a.m. on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; at 4:00 a.m. on Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday; and at 5:00 a.m. on Wednesday, and Saturday. If you can fill one of these time periods, call Linda at 839-1889. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you & God bless you!

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTS:
"Humanity today is rightly concerned about the ecological balance of tomorrow. It is important for assessments in this regard to be carried out prudently, in dialogue with people and experts of wisdom, uninhibited by ideological pressure to draw hasty conclusions, and above all with the aim of reaching agreement on the needed or sustainable development capable of ensuring the well-being of all while respecting environmental balances." - Pope Benedict XVI, World Day of Peace, January 2008

Sustainable Development: Buying locally produced food helps eliminate wasteful packaging and energy consumption used in transportation. The average American meal travels 1500 miles from farm to plate. Eating locally contributes to the local economy and helps our conserve farmland.

WEDDING BANNS
1st - Mercedes McGee and John Tiranno
2nd - Kristin Barrett and Nathan Brobyna
3rd - Katherine Ragusa and Scott Keller

CONGRATULATIONS TO …
Megan Smith and Steven Makula who were married in our Church on August 23rd. We wish them God's blessings and a happy life together.

VOCATION VIEWS - If you wish to follow Jesus, deny yourself, take up your cross and follow. Are you courageous enough to follow as a priest, deacon, brother or sister? If God is calling you, call Fr. Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
There are a few openings in Kindergarten , 1st grade, 3rd grade, 6th grade and 7th grade. If you are interested, please call the school office at 839-0473.
¢ Tuesday, September 2nd - School resumes for Grades 1-8
Students should wear their uniforms
Noon Dismissal
¢ Wednesday, September 3rd - First Day for Kindergarten
Noon Dismissal for all students K-8
¢ Thursday, September 4th - Noon Dismissal
¢ Friday, September 5th - Pre-K Open House for registered students
Students in Grades 1-8 will attend 8:45 a.m. Mass
Noon dismissal for all students K-8

NEUMANN CATHOLIC SWIM LEAGUE and the Christ the King swim team has a need for certified lifeguards this year. The pay is $7.50 to $8.50/hour, depending on experience. Practices are Tuesday and Thursday evenings, from 6-8 pm, starting Tuesday, September 9. If you are interested, please contact Becky Buswell-Stroud at 834-4335 or Beckybuzz@verizon.net

CTK CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR SEPTEMBER

Monday, September 1st: Rectory Closed

Tuesday, September 2nd: CTK School grades 1-8 resumes

Wednesday, September 3rd: CTK School Kindergarten resumes
7:00-9:00 - Knitting in the Church Library
8:00-10:00 pm - Alcoholics Anonymous in Chapel Meeting Room

Saturday, September 6th: 9:00 am-Noon - Parish Council Retreat in Chapel Meeting Room

Sunday, September 7th: 11:00-Noon - Youth Group Meeting in Church Library

Monday, September 8th: CTK School grade Pre-K 4 resumes
7:00-7:30 pm - St. Vincent de Paul Meeting in Sacristy Meeting Room
7:00-9:00 pm - Parish Council Meeting in Church Library

Tuesday, September 9th: CTK School grade Pre-K 3 resumes

Wednesday, September 10th: 7:00-9:00 pm - Adult Choir Practice in Music Room
7:00-9:00 - Knitting in the Church Library
8:00-10:00 pm - Alcoholics Anonymous in Chapel Meeting Room

Sunday, September 14th: 8:00 am - Holy Name Mass, followed by coffee in Church Library
9:00 a.m. - RCIA Inquiry in the Chapel Meeting Room
1:15 pm - Scheduled Baptisms in the Upper Church
1:30-2:30 p.m. - Opening Religious Ed Grade 9 Class in Lower Church

Tuesday, September 16th: 7:00-8:00 p.m. - Pre-Baptismal Class - Church Library

Wednesday, September 17th: 7:00-9:00 pm - Adult Choir Practice in Music Room
7:00-9:00 - Knitting in the Church Library
8:00-10:00 pm - Alcoholics Anonymous in Chapel Meeting Room

Thursday, September 18th: 7:00-8:00 pm - RCIA Inquiry in the Church Library

Sunday, September 21st: 9:00-10:00 a.m. - RCIA Inquiry in the Church Library
11:00 am-Noon - Opening Religious Ed Class Grades 1-5 in School

Sunday, September 22nd: 8:30-9:30 am - Perpetual Adoration Meeting in Church Library
7:00-7:30 pm - St. Vincent de Paul Meeting in Sacristy Meeting Room

Wednesday, September 24th: 7:00-9:00 pm - Adult Choir Practice in Music Room
7:00-9:00 - Knitting in the Church Library
8:00-10:00 pm - Alcoholics Anonymous in Chapel Meeting Room

Saturday, September 27th: 8:30 am-3:00 pm - Pre-Cana Class in Church Library

Sunday, September 28th: 9:00 a.m. - RCIA Inquiry in the Chapel Meeting Room
10:00 a.m. Mass - Welcome to New Parishioners & CTK Mission
Ministry, followed by Reception in Chapel Meeting Room
11:00 am-Noon - Religious Ed Class Grades 1-5 in School
1:15 pm - Scheduled Baptisms in the Upper Church

Monday, September 29th: 7:00-8:15 pm - Opening Religious Ed Class Grade 8 in School

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
Ü CTK Youth Council is looking for interested teens in grades 9-12 as of September to serve on the 2008-2009 Youth Council. This is the teen leadership board for our parish teen community. Members meet monthly to plan and implement events and activities aimed at providing opportunities to grow in the Catholic Faith, serve those in need, and to come together socially, strengthening old friendships and making new ones. If interested call Mrs. Peer for details.
Ü Youth Group Meeting - Sunday, September 7th at 11:00 a.m. Join us for 10:00 am mass and afterward for refreshments and meeting in the Church Library. All High School Teens of the parish are automatically members of the CTK Teen youth Group. Come to the meeting and pick up the calendar of the upcoming events
Ü Lights for the World - Sunday, September 14th from the 9:30-5:30 pm at CTK Seminary. Join us for this one-day teen event run by the diocese, which includes a national keynote Youth speaker, workshops, lunch and closing mass. Cost is $20. Parish deadline for registration is Tuesday, September 22nd. Please call to register.

JOIN THE ST. BENEDICT'S SENIORS on a trip to Erie, PA Casino on September 15, cost of $20 and get $20 in playing money, or a trip to Seneca Allegheny Casino on October 14. Cost is $20 and get $20 in playing money. Call Val at 838-0291 for information.

AREA EVENTS
Ü Memorial Mass for Tim Russert will be held on September 14 at 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Victory Basilica.
Ü Infant and Adult CPR - September 22 at 6:00 pm, Appletree Business Park, Suite 8a. Call 447-6205 to register, there is a cost for this program.
Ü RETROUVAILLE is a program for troubled marriages. The next weekend is scheduled for September 26-28. For further information call the Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210. For reservation, call 652-7138 or 668-9068. All inquiries are strictly confidential.

"ADVENTURES IN MATTHEW" The King and His Kingdom. This is step two of the four-step Great Adventure Foundational Series. Adventures in Matthew shows how Jesus builds on the foundation laid in the Old Testament to inaugurate the kingdom of heaven on earth. There is no cost, please come beginning Wednesday September 17, 2008 at 7:00 pm at St. Benedict's school behind the church in the Tobin Room. Just show up or call 833-6138 for further information.

TIME TO TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT? Become a member of the Come and See Team! We need people to help with greeting, refreshments, table talk facilitation and assisting speakers on the first Thursday of every month from October through May at 7:00 p.m. in St. Benedict's Church. It's a great way to get involved, meet new people, and have fun! There will be a team meeting on Thursday, September 4th at 7:00 pm in St. Benedict's cafeteria, Main St. at Eggert Road in Amherst. For information call Lorie Duquin at 632-0369

MASSES
SAT., August 30 - Vigil of Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time
4:30 p.m. Leo Barron - The Barron Family

SUN., August 31 - Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 am Susan Gioia - Ingrid Sapano
Lower 10:00 Jane Sullivan - Carol & Meggan
Upper 12:15 pm Jack Barrett - Family

MON., September 1 - Weekday, 22nd Week in Ordinary Time
No 6:45 a.m. Mass
8:00 a.m. ANNIV. Paul Gugino - Estate

TUES., September 2 - Weekday, 22nd Week in Ordinary Time
6:45 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione
8:00 Walter Studer - Family

WED., September 3 - Gregory the Great, pope, doctor
6:45 a.m. Jeanne Johnson - Ted & Pat Sosnowski
8:00 Jack Farrell - Bruce De'Aeth

THURS., September 4 - Weekday, 22nd Week in Ordinary Time
6:45 a.m. James and Katherine Kenrick - James & Mary Kenrick
8:00 Kimberly Woodruff - Family

FRI., September 5 - Weekday, 22nd Week in Ordinary Time
6:45 a.m. Helen Erdman Conroy - Jack & Ann Burns
*8:45 a.m. Frank Riso - sisters

SAT., September 6 - Vigil of Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Katherine Ragusa and Scott Keller
4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Stan Pearson - wife Pat & Family

SUN., September 7 - Twenty-third second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 am Marlene Cressman - The Fleischauer Family
Lower 10:00 Julianne Schierer - Lisa & David Gingeleskie
Upper 12:15 pm Carl and Helen Weber - Tim & Jean McCarthy