October 3

Bulletins for October: 10, 17, 24, 31


BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF October 3rd, 2004 CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Habakkuk 1:2-3; 2:2-4
2nd Reading - 2 Timothy 1:6-8; 13-14
Gospel - Luke 17:5-10

NEXT SUNDAY: 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - 2 Kings 5:14-17
2nd Reading - 2 Timothy 2:8-13
Gospel - Luke 17:11-19

"If you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you would say to this mulberry tree, 'Be uprooted and planted in the sea,' and it would obey you." - Luke 17

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Monica Q. Barton, Charlie Basil, Anthony Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Walt Bissett, Michael Boldt, June Brennan, Robert Brodnicki, Dale Carlos, Fr. Joe Carlos, Lea Calabrese, Marian Coniglio, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Nick Dusenberry, Emerson Eidenier, Mary Fazekas, Salvatore Ferro, Jimmy Fiore, Corey Fisher, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Michael Georger, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Nila Gnamme, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Delores Grundner-Kleindinst, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Kenneth Hennig Jr., Dolores Hooker, Carl Johns, John Kaczorowski, Karen Kazmierczak, Diane Kloss, Barbara Knorr, William Knittel, Gloria Kocick, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Rebecca Lorrimer, Arthur Maloney, Bernice Manly, Leo Masgula, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Victor Molfese, Albert Neuner, Teresa Newland, Becky Ovath, Josephine Paolucci, Ernest Pearch, Eleanor Praetzel, Linda Pschierer, Justin Puleo, Martin Quinn Sr., Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Ted Rogalski, Stephen E. Rubach, James Saia, Marie Santiago, Donald Sapienza, Tina Scalia, Deacon Tom Schultz, Donald Schwach, David Setter, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, Katie Songin, Genevieve Spadafora, Antonietta Suriani, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Chuck Varco, Larry Wagner, Linda Weber, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Sister Arthur Wingerter, John Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Mildred Collins (mother of Sue Lorich), Mary Pinto 9sster of Sister Annette), iand Donald Voland (son of Helen Voland);
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women in the Middle East and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

WEDDING BANNS
1st - Mark Freland & Amy Bussman
1st - James Ryan & Megan Murray
2nd - Osvaldo Endara & Carrie Bonfante
2nd - Daniel Cannistra & Julie Vastola

CONGRATULATIONS TO …
Mary (Weig) & Shaun Bowman, who were married in our Church last Friday. We wish them God's blessings and a happy life together.

PETITIONS FOR THE ROSARY CHAIN - If you have an intention to be added to our Parish Rosary Chain or if you would like to become part of the Rosary Chain Ministry, please call Margaret Babich at 839-0335

ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS
The Teen Youth Group will be selling Entertainment Books after all masses on October 2nd & 3rd and October 9th & 10th for $23. Supplies are limited, so don't wait until they are gone! Checks may be made out to Christ the King Church. Books will also be available in the in the Rectory Office after Oct. 3rd on weekdays only, from 8:30-4pm.

"SCRAP BOOKING" FOR SENIORS
Come and join other seniors who meet every Monday from Noon-2:00 p.m. in the Church Library to compile a scrapbook of their most treasured memories & life stories. You can put together a book of special moments in your life that you'd especially like to remember - childhood moments, vacations, quiet times with family & friends, a wedding, graduation or the birth of a new baby. Parish Outreach will help you organize your photos, mementos, and thoughts. You will receive a photo album, a pen, tape for photographs & sheets to take home. There is a one-time fee of $10 and you may join at any time. To register, or for questions, call Keri Mayer at 831-1246.

RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
RCIA is a rite of acceptance into the Catholic Faith Community. Adults journey with team members to hear their stories and learn more about the Catholic faith. The process helps to prepare candidates for the reception of the Sacraments of Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation and First Eucharist. If you or someone you know wishes to enter, investigate or update your knowledge of the Catholic faith, the RCIA process may be for you. We invite you to join us on Thursday evenings from 7:15 - 9 pm in the Parish Library. For details, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 or visit our website at www.ctksnyder.com/rcia. Come and join us! Topics for Upcoming Sessions: Oct. 7 - Tour of the Church; Oct. 14 - Bible, Scripture &, Tradition; Oct. 28 - Saints; Nov. 4 - Liturgical Year; and Nov. 11 - Beatitudes.

WOMEN OF GRACE BIBLE STUDY
All women of the parish are invited to join us in the study of "My Soul Magnifies the Lord - A Scriptural Journey with Mary." Meetings are held twice monthly beginning Tues., Oct 5th at 9:15 am in the Church Library (enter through Lamarck Drive doors on the circular driveway). The cost of the study guide is $13. If you wish to attend or have questions, call Maureen Pratt at 836-0736.

HOLY NAME SUNDAY
Next Sunday, is Holy Name Sunday. The Holy Name Society and their family and friends will attend the 8:00 a.m. mass as a group. After mass, coffee, donuts and bagels will be served in the Church Library. All parishioners are invited to join them.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
When we lose a loved one by death, we are wounded. Just as a wound does, we need to heal from within, to express our thoughts and feelings, even when they seem crazy. A support group is a safe haven where we can talk, cry, share our anger, guilt and fears with those who understand and care. A Bereavement Support Group, sponsored by CTK Bereavement Committee, has been organized for all persons grieving the death of a loved one. We will be meeting in the Church Library, on Tues, Oct. 12th at 7:00 pm and Wed., Oct. 13th at 1:00 pm. The program will meet every other Tuesday or Wednesday through November 23rd or November 24th. If you are interested in joining us, or for more information, please call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE - The CTK Teen Youth Group will be coordinating a blood drive for the Red Cross on Sunday, Oct. 17th, from 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. in the School Gym. Please consider becoming a donor. Donors must be in good health & at least 17 years of age. Sign-up will take place on Sat., Oct. 9th & Sun., Oct. 10th in the back of Church after all masses.

BIBLE BUDDIES
You and your pre-school children ages 2-4 are invited to join us on either Wednesday, Oct. 13th or Thurs., Oct. 14th from 10:00-10:30 in the Chapel Meeting Room (please enter through the single door under the overhang, between the church and the schol0. We will share a story with your child, and help them to learn more about God and the Bible, and they will make something special to bring home. The two sessions offered each month are identical, so you may attend either. Please contact Adele Kraus at 839-5340 for more details.

CATHOLIC MEN'S FELLOWSHIP
The next meeting of the Men's Fellowship group will be on Monday, Oct. 18th from 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the Counting Room (please enter through the glass door on Lamarck Drive). Men of all ages are invited to attend as we pray and share together on our journey of faith.

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

BAPTISMAL BIBS
60 babies were baptized in our parish last year. Did you know that our parish gives each child a Baptismal Bib at their Baptism? The bibs are white linen with a simple embroidered design. The Baptismal Bib Committee could use help with the embroidery. If you can help out, please cal Laurie at 836-2817.

CTK PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
There are now approximately 30 people who are taking an active part in the CTK Prayer Shawl Ministry. Since we began in mid-February, 80 shawls have been made, blessed and delivered. These shawls are given as a gift, they are not for sale. This is why your donations of yarn have been so important. Many thanks to all the people who have donated yarn to this ministry. Each shawl has prayers knit into it. When they're finished, we gather together and have them blessed. We meet every Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Church Library. Shawls are a great project to work on as you wait for appointments, travel, while watching television, or any time you have a free moment. You are invited to join us at any time. For details call Linda Maslona at 839-2363. Yarn donations may be brought to the Rectory.

MEMBERSHIP FEES FOR HOLY NAME SOCIETY
AND ROSARY AND ALTAR SOCIETY
Included in this month's envelope packet are special membership envelopes for both the Holy Name Society and Rosary and Altar Society. All men and women of the parish are invited to join these societies. To join, please place the envelope with the $10 dues in the Sunday collection. If you don't have an envelope, please enclose in an envelope, your dues and a piece of paper with your name and address on it.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education classes for Monday, Oct. 4th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Grades 8: 7:00-8:15 p.m.
" Grades 6 begins on Monday, Oct. 18th

" Confirmation Rehearsal - Monday, Oct. 11 - 7:00 Upper Church - Candidates and sponsors should arrive by 6:55 p.m. Confirmation will be held on Sunday, Oct. 31st.

" Confirmation - will be celebrated by Bishop Edward U. Kmiec, on Sun., Oct. 31st at 3:00 pm, for 72 of our young people in the Upper Church.

" Today, we are listing the names of our Confirmation candidates. We ask that our parish community pray for these young people as they complete the final preparation for this sacrament. Mrs. Vicky Gladysz's class: Andrea Bankowski, Peter Caffarelli, Stephen Gladysz, Peter Goergen, Christopher Keating, Theresa Primerano, Annaca Schmitt, Nora Williams, Alessandra Wingerter; Mrs. Karen Gould's class: Douglas Burakowski, Peter Coppola, Christine Domres, John Fabiano, Peter Golinski, Kaitlin Gould, Shannon McGuire, Alexandra Schneider, Katherine Sima, and Natalie Truty; Mrs. Sheila Groeger's class: Patrick Brown, Michael Brunetto, Samantha Groeger, Charles Haumesser, Anne Huber, Anthony Illos, Sara Sitch, Alexander Sullivan, and Kevin Zimmerman; Mr. Martin Haumesser's class: Jodi Battaglia, Christopher Eyeington, Christa Gorenflo, Karrie Gurbacki, Anna Haumesser, Philip Pyrak, Ellen Rottner, Nicholas Sarraf and Michael Schriever; Mr. Terry Johnson's class: Laurel Hopkins, Casey Merhige, John Nightengale, Zachary Polvino, Christopher Scamurra, Allison Smith, Jillian Smith, and Zachary Sucharski; Mrs. Joanne Johnson & Mrs. Jane Licata's class: Daniel Beaudet, Nathan Boyar, Katherine Coley, Nicholas Johnson, Daniel Licata, Elizabeth Licata, Danielle Pizzuto, Alexis Scime and Nicholas Torsell; Mrs. Jill LaMantia's class: Michael Brignone, Julie Halm, David Heinz, Maggie LaMantia, Megan Leary, Katherine Mattscheck, Matthew Scherer, Erica Tucker, and William Wieczorek; and Mr. Kent Liszewski's class: Celia Alterio, Erik Hartrich, Daniel Lawson, Joshua Liszewski, Andrew McCaulye, Jordan Pietrak, Elizabeth Szeluga, Courtney Wopperer and Andrew Wrzosek.

VOCATION VIEW
"Increase your faith." Listen for the voice of God. Are you being called to be a priest or religious? If God is calling you, call Fr. Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
¢ Monday, Oct. 4th - Feast of St. Francis
Congratulations to Sr. Mary Ellen and the Franciscan Sisters who live in our convent as they celebrate this feast day!
¢ Monday, Oct. 4th - Students in Grades 2, 3, 5, and 7 will take the IOWA Standardized
Tests.
¢ Friday, Oct. 8th - Progress Reports will be mailed.

CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOLS OPEN HOUSE - Nardin Academy - 881-6262 - Sun., Oct. 3: 10am-1pm; Mon., Oct. 4: 5-8pm; Villa Maria Academy - 894-0398 - Thurs., Oct 7: 5:30-8pm;

MUSIC MINISTRY
Special Confirmation Choir - Sunday, Oct. 31st, 3:00 p.m. - The Music Ministry invites you to join the Special Bishop's Confirmation Choir to help celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation this fall. The newly installed Bishop Kmiec, will be the celebrant. This is a unique opportunity for you to participate and celebrate as part of the Confirmation Choir. Please contact Christina Shrewsbury as soon as possible so that we can begin our preparation of choral music. All Voice Parts are Welcome!
Parish Choir: The next rehearsal will be held on Thursday, Oct. 7th at 7:00 p.m. in the Music Room. Singers of any level are invited to join us to socialize, sing and make new friends at CTK. We also need instrumentalists and guitarists to assist.
Youth Choir : The next rehearsal will be held on Friday, Oct. 8th from 2:30-3:30 pm in the Music Room. Children in grades 1-6 are encouraged to participate in this expanding choir.
Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. Rehearsals are held in the Music Room, located at the bottom of the stairs accessible from the entrance on the circular driveway on Lamarck. If you are interested in joining one of these groups, please call her at 839-1430/ext 212.

DIOCESAN YOUTH CHOIR FESTIVAL
The Music Ministry is sponsoring the 1st Diocesan Youth Choir Festival to take place in April, 2005. This Choir festival will be held in St Louis Church at Main & Goddell, and involves Youth Choirs from many parishes. This is a magnificent opportunity for all young singers at CTK in grades 1-6. The journey begins NOW as we rehearse and prepare our voices together on Friday's from 2:30-3:30 p.m. in the Music Room. Please contact Christina Shrewsbury, Director of Music Ministry at 839-1430, ext. 212, as soon as possible regarding this event and ongoing Youth Choir activities. Don't miss out on this opportunity to sing

JOIN ST. BENEDICT SENIORS
Come and enjoy a trip to the Seneca Niagara Casino, Niagara Falls, USA on Mon., Nov 8th, from 10am to 4 pm. Cost is $15, for $15 in coins, $5 food and $1 Keeno. Call Val at 838-0291 for information and reservations.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for taking care of my daughter;
2) Thank you for opening my eyes to the Holy Spirit living within me;

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
"Many are seeing the positive effects of adoration: communities are blossoming, vocations are increasing, people are experiencing a renewed enrichment of faith and deepened closeness with God." Extension Magazine, June 2000.

WHEN BAD THINGS HAPPEN
Fr. Joseph Gatto will explore the question "Where is God?". This is a question that many people ask when bad things happen in life. The session will be held on Thurs., Oct. 7th at 7:30 pm in St. Benedict Church. Small group discussion topics include: bereavement, divorce and separation, annulments, prayer, interfaith marriage, Catholic singles, answering tough questions, coming back to the Church, coping with cancer. No cost. No reservations required. For information, call 565-2525.

CONFUSING AND CONFLICT
When you feel lost in the array of human struggles, confusion and conflict, you can turn to Catholic Charities. Programs include substance abuse counseling and prevention, money management training, parenting skill development, and teen-focused programs. For more information call 856-4494 or go to www.ccwny.org

SNYDER FIRE DEPARTMENT
The Annual Open house of the Snyder Fire Dept. will be held next Sunday, Oct. 10th, from 1-4 pm. The open house will feature displays and demonstrations of firefighting equipment and apparatus as well as provide visitors with important safety tips.

AREA EVENTS
" Annual Roast Beef Dinner - Oct. 3 - Noon-? - Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 10675 Alleghany Rd, Darien Center (Thruway Exit 48A South).
" Book Sale - Christ the King Seminary, 711 Knox Rd, East Aurora - Oct. 4th-7th, from 9am-7pm; Oct. 8, from 9am-4pm; and Oct. 9th, 9am-1pm. Over 6000 items in most categories, mostly religious. For info call 652-8959.
" Healing Mass & Novena to St. Padre Pio - Oct. 13th, 7 pm at Our Holy Name of Jesus Church, 1947 Bailey Ave..
" St. Peregrine Healing Mass - Oct. 14th - 7 pm at Queen of Heaven Church, 4220 Seneca St, West Seneca. Those suffering with cancer or other life-threatening illnesses who wish to receive Sacrament of the Sick are encouraged to attend.
" Catholic Health Systems Community Programs (Free): Call 447-6205 to register. Use Massage & Humor to Cope with Everyday Stress - Oct. 13, 7 pm, Kenmore Mercy Hospital; Women & Depression - Oct 27, 7 pm at Kenmore Mercy Hospital.
" The Great Fall Craft Show -at Donald Spoth Farm, 2715 Tonawanda Creek Rd., Amherst - Oct. 23rd - 9am-3pm to benefit St. Luke's Mission of Mercy.
" Retrouvaille - A lifeline for troubled marriages - For information on programs call Bill & Jane at 652-7138, or Frank & Angel at 668-9068, or go to www.marriagesaved.com.

RESPECT LIFE SUNDAY

"The choice in favor of life is not a private option,
but a basic demand of a just and moral society"
- Pope John Paul II, March 3, 1999

LIFE CHAIN 2004
Please join us this Sunday, Oct. 3rd, in a silent prayerful protest against abortion. CTK participants should meet at the entrance to the Boulevard Mall at 1:45 p.m. (near the "B" sign on Niagara Falls Blvd.). Life Chain takes place from 2:00-3:00 p.m. Questions? Call Maureen at 836-0736.

THIS WEEKEND!!!!
ST. VINCENT de PAUL ANNUAL CLOTHING DRIVE
Time to Clean Out Your Closets!!! The Annual St. Vincent de Paul Society Used Clothing Drive is this weekend, Sat., Oct. 2nd and Sun., Oct. 3rd. Three trucks will be parked in the Large School parking lot, and there will be people to assist you before and after masses. Some poor families will appreciate clothing you no longer wear. Also, clothes that are torn or worn will be bagged for rags and sold. Thank you for your help!

HOW CAN WE MINISTER TO THE POOR?
This weekend we welcome Fr. Richard Kunzman from Cross International Catholic Outreach. This is a Christian-centered ministry founded to help the poor throughout the world, through church-based ministries such as: feeding centers, orphanages, schools, clinics, job-training centers and home-building programs. 98% of donations go to our program services. For more information call 1-800-391-8545, or go to www.crosscatholic.org.

JOIN IN A WORLD-WIDE DAY OF PRAYER
October 7th - Feast of Our Lady of The Rosary
On Thurs., Oct. 7th, after the 8:00 a.m. Mass, we invite you to join in the recitation of the Rosary for renewal of family life and the culture of life in our country. All the Societies of the Parish are encouraged to participate.

VOTER'S GUIDE FOR SERIOUS CATHOLICS
After Masses this weekend, each family in the parish is invited to take home one copy of a Voter's Guide for Serious Catholics. This booklet will help you cast your vote this November in an informed manner consistent with Catholic moral teaching.

VOTER CLARIFICATION
For more information on voting issues, pick up a current copy of the Western New York Catholic and refer to the article on 'Faithful Citizenship' Outlines Political Priorities of Catholic Church.

IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO JOIN THE NATIONAL PRAYER CAMPAIGN
The National Prayer Campaign of 9 Masses, 9 Rosaries, or 9 Hail Mary's for the intention that 1) Believers will be active in voting; 2) Our nation will embrace the Culture of Life.

HOW DO WE CARE?
We visit people at home, in hospitals. We give advice, money, food and clothes to those in need. We reach out to the lonely and alienated… We are member of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., October 2 - Guardian Angels
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Joel Kessel and Cathy Selmensberger
Lower 4:30 p.m. Camilla Bertingiri Tuliano - Mario Ialiano

SUN., October 3 - 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. Cajetan Castelin - The Nazareth Family
Lower 9:30 Respect Life Sunday
Lower 11:00 The Klipfel Family
Upper 12:15 MONTH'S MIND Robert Smith - wife, Janice Smith

MON., October 4 - Francis of Assisi, religious
6:55 a.m. Virginia Lintner - Jim & Carol Bankowski
8:00 Chris Lunder - Militello Family
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., October 5 - Bruno, priest; Marie-Rose, Durocher, virgin
6:55 a.m. Sarah Greco - Rosalia Perotto
8:00 Beatrice and Stanley McCormick - Family

WED., October 6 - Weekday, 27th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Larry Szymanski - Carol & Jack Hanssel
8:00 ANNIV. John Propis, Sr. - wife, Marilyn
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., October 7 - Our Lady of the Rosary
6:55 a.m. Mary Fiorella - Joe & Carol Szymczak
8:00 Special Intention
*Mysteries of Light will be recited after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., October 8 - Weekday, 27th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Norbert Kwitek - Mrs. Joseph Rutecki
8:00 Robert May - the Villa Family

SAT., October 9 - Denis, bishop & companions, martyrs; John Leonardi, priest
Lower 4:30 p.m. James P. Coppola and Margaret Arrigo - the Coppola Family

SUN., October 10 - 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. Grace L. Georger - family
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Joan Pauly - family
Lower 11:00 Dorothy Eckert - husband
Upper 12:15 Carlton Egner - daughter, Judith

ADVANCE NOTICE FOR MISSION IV - Mark your calendars!!! Mission IV will be held during Lent again this year. It will run for 8-nights, from Sunday, February 27th through Sunday, March 6th. See you there!

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF October 10th, 2004
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR
28th Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - 2 Kings 5:14-17
2nd Reading - 2 Timothy 2:8-13
Gospel - Luke 17:11-19

NEXT SUNDAY: 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Exodus 17:8-13
2nd Reading - 2 Timothy 3:14 - 4:2
Gospel - Luke 18:1-8

"One of the lepers, realizing he had been healed, returned, glorifying God in a loud voice; and he fell at the feet of Jesus and thanked him." - Luke 17:11-29

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Monica Q. Barton, Charlie Basil, Anthony Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Walt Bissett, Michael Boldt, June Brennan, Robert Brodnicki, Dale Carlos, Fr. Joe Carlos, Lea Calabrese, Marian Coniglio, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Nick Dusenberry, Emerson Eidenier, Mary Fazekas, Salvatore Ferro, Jimmy Fiore, Corey Fisher, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Michael Georger, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Nila Gnamme, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Delores Grundner-Kleindinst, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Kenneth Hennig Jr., Dolores Hooker, Carl Johns, John Kaczorowski, Karen Kazmierczak, Diane Kloss, Barbara Knorr, William Knittel, Gloria Kocick, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Rebecca Lorrimer, Arthur Maloney, Bernice Manly, Leo Masgula, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Victor Molfese, Albert Neuner, Teresa Newland, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Ernest Pearch, Eleanor Praetzel, Linda Pschierer, Justin Puleo, Martin Quinn Sr., Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Ted Rogalski, Stephen E. Rubach, James Saia, Marie Santiago, Donald Sapienza, Tina Scalia, Deacon Tom Schultz, Donald Schwach, David Setter, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, Katie Songin, Genevieve Spadafora, Antonietta Suriani, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Chuck Varco, Larry Wagner, Linda Weber, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Sister Arthur Wingerter, John Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Rev. Daniel A. Lapinski (pastor of Queen of Martyrs Parish), Cornelius McGillicuddy (brother of Charles), Thel Pallas (mother of Cathy Tryon), Irene Thompson (wife of Herbert), and Rev. Vincent L. Wright (retired priest of Diocese of Buffalo);
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women in the Middle East and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

WEDDING BANNS
2nd - Mark Freland & Amy Bussman
2nd - James Ryan & Megan Murray
3rd - Osvaldo Endara & Carrie Bonfante
3rd - Daniel Cannistra & Julie Vastola

CONGRATULATIONS TO …
Kristi (Rodenhaus) & Carol Schmitt; and Cathy (Selmensberger) & Joel Kessel, who were married in our Church last weekend. We wish them God's blessings and a happy life together.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING …
Sean Closser Dailor, son of Heather (Ogilvie) & Joseph Dailor, who was baptized in our parish last Sunday.

ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS
The Teen Youth Group will be selling Entertainment Books after all masses this weekend for $23. Supplies are limited, so don't wait until they are gone! Checks may be made out to Christ the King Church. Books will also be available in the in the Rectory Office on weekdays only, from 8:30-4pm.

"SCRAP BOOKING" FOR SENIORS
Come and join other seniors who meet every Monday from 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the Church Library to compile a scrapbook of their most treasured memories & life stories. You can put together a book of special moments in your life that you'd especially like to remember - childhood moments, vacations, quiet times with family & friends, a wedding, graduation or the birth of a new baby. Parish Outreach will help you organize your photos, mementos, and thoughts. You will receive a photo album, a pen, tape for photographs & sheets to take home. There is a one-time fee of $10 and you may join at any time. To register, or for questions, call Keri Mayer at 831-1246.

BIBLE BUDDIES
You and your pre-school children ages 2-4 are invited to join us on either Wed., Oct. 13th or Thurs., Oct. 14th from 10:00-10:30 in the Chapel Meeting Room (please enter through the single door under the overhang, between the church and the schol0. We will share a story with your child, and help them to learn more about God and the Bible, and they will make something special to bring home. The two sessions offered each month are identical, so you may attend either. Please contact Adele Kraus at 839-5340 for more details.

RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
RCIA is a rite of acceptance into the Catholic Faith Community. Adults journey with team members to hear their stories and learn more about the Catholic faith. The process helps to prepare candidates for the reception of the Sacraments of Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation and First Eucharist. If you or someone you know wishes to enter, investigate or update your knowledge of the Catholic faith, the RCIA process may be for you. We invite you to join us on Thursday evenings from 7:15 - 9 pm in the Parish Library. For details, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 or visit our website at www.ctksnyder.com/rcia. Come and join us! Topics for Upcoming Sessions: Oct. 14 - Tour of the Church; Oct 21 - Bible, Scripture &, Tradition; Oct. 28 - Saints; Nov. 4 - Liturgical Year; and Nov. 11 - Beatitudes.

KING'S KIDS CLUB
On Friday, Oct. 15th, from 7:00-9:00 pm, King's Kids will be having their first open gym and game night in the School Gym. Bring a parent (and maybe your favorite board game) and join us for a night of fun. Refreshments will be served. Everyone in 5th to 8th grade is welcome.

PETITIONS FOR THE ROSARY CHAIN
If you have an intention to be added to our Parish Rosary Chain or if you would like to become part of the Rosary Chain Ministry, please call Margaret Babich at 839-0335

HEALING MASS OF ST. PEREGRINE
On Thursday, Oct. 21st, a Healing Mass of St. Peregrine will be held at CTK Church at 7:00 pm. Rev. James G. Judge and the Friends of St. Peregrine cordially invite you and any parishioners that are afflicted with cancer or other life-threatening illnesses, who wish to receive the Sacrament of the Sick to attend this special healing mass.

YOUTH MINISTRY WEEKEND
Join us after masses on Saturday, Oct. 23rd and Sunday, Oct. 24th. The Youth Office will be open and refreshments will be in the Library. Take this opportunity to pick up our calendar of events and find out what resources are available for the youth at CTK. Life Resources will be offering books for purchase that are of interest for teens as well as parents.

CTK PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
There are now approximately 30 people who are taking an active part in the CTK Prayer Shawl Ministry. Since we began in mid-February, 80 shawls have been made, blessed and delivered. These shawls are given as a gift, they are not for sale. This is why your donations of yarn have been so important. Many thanks to all the people who have donated yarn to this ministry. Each shawl has prayers knit into it. When they're finished, we gather together and have them blessed. We meet every Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. in the Church Library. Shawls are a great project to work on as you wait for appointments, travel, while watching television, or any time you have a free moment. You are invited to join us at any time. For details call Linda Maslona at 839-2363. Yarn donations may be brought to the Rectory.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for the happy death of my mother-in-law;
2) Thank you for bringing me back to being myself again;

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
"A joyful heart is like a sunshine of God's love, the hope of eternal happiness, a burning flame of God … And if we pray, we will become that sunshine of God's love - in our own home, the place where we live, and in the world at large." Mother Teresa

SNYDER FIRE DEPARTMENT
The Annual Open house of the Snyder Fire Dept. will be held this Sunday, Oct. 10th, from 1-4 pm. The open house will feature displays and demonstrations of firefighting equipment and apparatus as well as provide visitors with important safety tips.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES
Our marriage counselors have Master's Degree and are state certified. They're ready to address a variety of issues in a professional, compassionate manner. If you or someone you know needs help for a marriage, call the Marriage Counseling Center of Catholic Charities at 839-4406.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
There will be no Religious Education classes on Monday, Oct. 11th. Classes will resume on Monday, Oct. 18th.
" Confirmation Rehearsal - Monday, Oct. 11 - 7:00 Upper Church - Candidates and sponsors should arrive by 6:55 p.m.
" Confirmation - will be celebrated by Bishop Edward U. Kmiec, on Sun., Oct. 31st at 3:00 pm, for 72 of our young people in the Upper Church. We ask that our parish community pray for these young people as they complete the final preparation for this sacrament.

VOCATION VIEW - How has Jesus touched you and made you whole? In gratitude, ask Him how He would like you to respond. Could Jesus be calling you to follow Him as a priest, sister, brother or deacon? If God is calling you, call Fr. Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
" Monday, Oct. 11th - No School - Columbus Day
" Wed., Oct. 13th - Grades 5 & 6 - Reinstein Woods Nature Walk
" Thurs., Oct. 14th - 8th Grade Shadow Day

AREA EVENTS
" Healing Mass & Novena to St. Padre Pio - Oct. 13th, 7 pm at Our Holy Name of Jesus Church, 1947 Bailey Ave..
" St. Peregrine Healing Mass - Oct. 14th - 7 pm at Queen of Heaven Church, 4220 Seneca St, West Seneca. Those suffering with cancer or other life-threatening illnesses who wish to receive Sacrament of the Sick are encouraged to attend.
" Catholic Health Systems Community Programs (Free): Call 447-6205 to register. Use Massage & Humor to Cope with Everyday Stress - Oct. 13, 7 pm, Kenmore Mercy Hospital; Women & Depression - Oct 27, 7 pm at Kenmore Mercy Hospital.
" Family Caregiver Resource Day - Sat., Oct. 16 - from 9am-1:30 pm at Schofield Residence (3333 Elmwood Ave., Kenmore). Learn about planning for long-term care needs and the resources available in our community. Call 874-1566 for reservations.
" The Great Fall Craft Show -at Donald Spoth Farm, 2715 Tonawanda Creek Rd., Amherst - Oct. 23rd - 9am-3pm to benefit St. Luke's Mission of Mercy.
" Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Oct. 26-Nov. 30, from 6-8:30 pm at Schofield Residence (3333 Elmwood Ave, Kenmore)- $25 fee includes a copy of The Caregivers Handbook. Program is designed to help you help an older relative or friend and will provide you with tools you need to take care of yourself. Call 858-8526 for reservations.
" Retrouvaille - A lifeline for troubled marriages - For information on programs call Bill & Jane at 652-7138, or Frank & Angel at 668-9068, or go to www.marriagesaved.com.
" Volunteers needs at Weinberg Campus to deliver meals 1 or 2 days a week to apartment residents in the Stovroff Tower at 471 Audubon Pkwy - A great way to meet people & brighten their day. For more info call Pat at 639-3311, ext 2125

DU-ET FOR HUNGER - On Sun., Nov. 14th at 7:00 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church (6320 Main St., Williamsville), come and hear featured sopranos: Carolyn Unitas Roos and Christina Shrewsbury in a recital of duets, arias, and song to benefit The Network of Religious Communities Food Pantry. A reception will follow this program. There is no entrance fee.

IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO JOIN THE NATIONAL PRAYER CAMPAIGN - The National Prayer Campaign of 9 Masses, 9 Rosaries, or 9 Hail Mary's for the intention that 1) Believers will be active in voting; 2) Our nation will embrace the Culture of Life.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY - Many thanks to our parishioners who generously gave to the Used Clothing Drive last weekend. St. Vincent de Paul Society was founded by people like you who care about the problems of those around them.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Special Confirmation Choir - Sunday, Oct. 31st, 3:00 p.m. - The Music Ministry invites you to join the Special Bishop's Confirmation Choir to help celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation this fall. The newly installed Bishop Kmiec, will be the celebrant. This is a unique opportunity for you to participate and celebrate as part of the Confirmation Choir. Please contact Christina Shrewsbury as soon as possible so that we can begin our preparation of choral music. All Voice Parts are Welcome!
Parish Choir: The next rehearsal will be held on Thursday, Oct. 14th at 7:00 p.m. in the Music Room. Singers of any level are invited to join us to socialize, sing and make new friends at CTK. We also need instrumentalists and guitarists to assist.
Youth Choir : The next rehearsal will be held on Friday, Oct. 15th from 2:30-3:30 pm in the Music Room. Children in grades 1-6 are encouraged to participate in this expanding choir.
Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. Rehearsals are held in the Music Room, located at the bottom of the stairs accessible from the entrance on the circular driveway on Lamarck. If you are interested in joining one of these groups, please call her at 839-1430/ext 212.

DIOCESAN YOUTH CHOIR FESTIVAL
The Music Ministry is sponsoring the 1st Diocesan Youth Choir Festival to take place in April, 2005. This Choir festival will be held in St Louis Church at Main & Goodell, and involves Youth Choirs from many parishes. This is a magnificent opportunity for all young singers at CTK in grades 1-6. The journey begins NOW as we rehearse and prepare our voices together on Friday's from 2:30-3:30 p.m. in the Music Room. Please contact Christina Shrewsbury, Director of Music Ministry at 839-1430, ext. 212, as soon as possible regarding this event and ongoing Youth Choir activities. Don't miss out on this opportunity to sing

JOIN ST. BENEDICT SENIORS
Come and enjoy a trip to the Seneca Niagara Casino, Niagara Falls, USA on Mon., Nov 8th, from 10 am to 4 pm. Cost is $15, for $15 in coins, $5 food and $1 Keeno. Call Val at 838-0291 for information and reservations.

THE RECTORY WILL BE CLOSED on Monday, Oct. 11th in observance of Columbus Day. It will reopen on Tuesday at 8:30 a.m.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., October 9 - Denis, bishop & companions, martyrs; John Leonardi, priest
Lower 4:30 p.m. James P. Coppola and Margaret Arrigo - the Coppola Family

MON., October 11 - Weekday, 28th Week in Ordinary Time
No 6:55 a.m. Mass Today
8:00 65th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY for Ted and Alice Barczak
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., October 12 - Weekday, 28th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Edward J. Nightengale - wife Maryann & sons Michael & John Paul
8:00 Dr. Leonard and Mary Sapienza - The Coppola & Sapienza Families

WED., October 13 - Weekday, 28th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Intention of All Souls - Parish Intentions
8:00 Fred Johns - wife, Martha
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., October 14 - Callistus I, pope, martyr
6:55 a.m. Diane M. Murphy - RCIA Team
8:00 Stan Pearson - Family
*Mysteries of Light will be recited after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., October 15 - Teresa of Jesus, virgin, doctor
6:55 a.m. Ruth Meyer - Family
8:00 Mike and Margaret Nigro and Agnes Pelligrino - Renee' Villa
4:00 p.m. WEDDING Carrie Bonfante and Osvaldo Endara

SAT., October 16 - Hedwig, religious; Margaret Mary Alacoque, virgin
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Julie Vastola and Daniel Cannistra
Lower 4:30 p.m. Victor and Marie Cielencki - Joseph & Ceil Rolek

SUN., October 10 - 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. ANNIV. Dominic Campagna - Teresa Campagna
Lower 9:30 Bishop's Committee
Lower 11:00 Katherine Koessler - Katie and Steve Juhasz
Upper 12:15 Harold Hensen - wife, Mary Jane

MEMBERSHIP FEES FOR
HOLY NAME SOCIETY AND ROSARY AND ALTAR SOCIETY
Included in this month's envelope packet are special membership envelopes for both the Holy Name Society and Rosary and Altar Society. All men and women of the parish are invited to join these societies. To join, please place the envelope with the $10 dues in the Sunday collection. If you don't have an envelope, please enclose in an envelope, your dues and a piece of paper with your name and address on it.

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF October 17th, 2004
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR
29th Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Exodus 17:8-13
2nd Reading - 2 Timothy 3:14 - 4:2
Gospel - Luke 18:1-8

NEXT SUNDAY: 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Sirach 35:12-14, 16-18
2nd Reading - 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18
Gospel - Luke 18:9-14

"Proclaim the word; be persistent whether convenient or inconvenient; convince, reprimand, encourage through all patience and teaching.: - 2 Timothy 3

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Monica Q. Barton, Charlie Basil, Anthony Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Walt Bissett, Michael Boldt, , Robert Brodnicki, Dale Carlos, Fr. Joe Carlos, Lea Calabrese, Marian Coniglio, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Nick Dusenberry, Emerson Eidenier, Mary Fazekas, Salvatore Ferro, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Diane Giglia, , Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Delores Grundner-Kleindinst, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Dolores Hooker, Carl Johns, John Kaczorowski, Karen Kazmierczak, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Gloria Kocick, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Rebecca Lorrimer, Arthur Maloney, Bernice Manly, Leo Masgula, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Ernest Pearch, Eleanor Praetzel, Linda Pschierer, Justin Puleo, Martin Quinn Sr., Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Stephen E. Rubach, Marie Santiago, Donald Sapienza, Tina Scalia, Deacon Tom Schultz, Donald Schwach, David Setter, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, Genevieve Spadafora, Antonietta Suriani, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Chuck Varco, Larry Wagner, Linda Weber, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Sister Arthur Wingerter, John Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Charlotte Bunn(mother of Beth Kraatz), and Frank Pleto (father of Tom);
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women in the Middle East and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

WEDDING BANNS
3rd - Mark Freland & Amy Bussman
3rd - James Ryan & Megan Murray

CONGRATULATIONS TO …
Kristi (Rodenhaus) & Carl Schmitt who were married in our Church on Friday, October 1st. We wish them God's blessings, and a happy life together.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING …
Claire Elizabeth Arnold, daughter of Julie (Ostberg) & Steven Arnold; Sylvia Faith Bargnesi, daughter of Mona (Wagle) & James Bargnesi; and Sarah Anne Rosso, daughter of Lauren (Hooser) & Kevin Rosso; who were baptized in our parish last Sunday.

CATHOLIC POLITICAL RESPONSIBILITY: On Tuesday, Oct. 19th, at 7:30 pm in the Upper Church, William Purcell will present a talk explaining the Catholic Church's teachings on Political Responsibility in a presidential election year. Everyone is welcome to attend.

"SCRAP BOOKING" FOR SENIORS - Come and join other seniors who meet every Monday from 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the Church Library to compile a scrapbook of their most treasured memories & life stories. You can put together a book of special moments in your life that you'd especially like to remember - childhood moments, vacations, quiet times with family & friends, a wedding, graduation or the birth of a new baby. Parish Outreach will help you organize your photos, mementos, and thoughts. You will receive a photo album, a pen, tape for photographs & sheets to take home. There is a one-time fee of $10 and you may join at any time. To register, or for questions, call Keri Mayer at 831-1246.

CATHOLIC MEN'S FELLOWSHIP - The next meeting of the Men's Fellowship group will be on Monday, Oct. 18th from 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the Counting Room (please enter through the glass door on Lamarck Drive). Men of all ages are invited to attend as we pray and share together on our journey of faith.

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

CTK SOCIAL JUSTICE MINISTRY - "We must act out against injustice or by our silence, consent to it." - Dorothy Day We enjoyed a gathering of 20 parishioners in September and look forward to even more, new faces. All are welcomed to our October meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 19th at 7:30 pm in the Chapel Meeting Room. Door under the archway will be open.

CTK PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY - There are now approximately 30 people who are taking an active part in the CTK Prayer Shawl Ministry. Since we began in mid-February, 80 shawls have been made, blessed and delivered. These shawls are given as a gift, they are not for sale. This is why your donations of yarn have been so important. Many thanks to all the people who have donated yarn to this ministry. Each shawl has prayers knit into it. When they're finished, we gather together and have them blessed. We meet every Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. in the Church Library. Shawls are a great project to work on as you wait for appointments, travel, while watching television, or any time you have a free moment. You are invited to join us at any time. For details call Linda Maslona at 839-2363. Yarn donations may be brought to the Rectory.

RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults - RCIA is a rite of acceptance into the Catholic Faith Community. Adults journey with team members to hear their stories and learn more about the Catholic faith. The process helps to prepare candidates for the reception of the Sacraments of Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation and First Eucharist. If you or someone you know wishes to enter, investigate or update your knowledge of the Catholic faith, the RCIA process may be for you. We invite you to join us on Thursday evenings from 7:15 - 9 pm in the Parish Library. For details, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 or visit our website at www.ctksnyder.com/rcia. Come and join us! Topics for Upcoming Sessions: Oct 21 - Bible, Scripture &, Tradition; Oct. 28 - Saints; Nov. 4 - Liturgical Year; and Nov. 11 - Beatitudes.

MEDJUGORIE PRAYER GROUP - The next meeting of the Medjugorie Prayer Group will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 26th at 9:30 am at 59 Smallwood Drive. Please call 839-1575 if you are coming. All are welcome.

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

ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS - The Teen Youth Group will be selling Entertainment Books after all masses this weekend for $23. Supplies are limited, so don't wait until they are gone! Checks may be made out to Christ the King Church. Books will also be available in the Rectory Office on weekdays only, from 8:30-4pm.

HEALING MASS OF ST. PEREGRINE - On Thursday, Oct. 21st, a Healing Mass of St. Peregrine will be held at CTK Church at 7:00 pm. Rev. James G. Judge and the Friends of St. Peregrine cordially invite you and any parishioners that are afflicted with cancer or other life-threatening illnesses, who wish to receive the Sacrament of the Sick to attend this special healing mass.

A GREAT DAY IS COMING! - Next Sunday is World Mission Sunday. Our Holy Father, Pope John Paul II, calls every Catholic to celebrate, at Eucharist, our vocation to be missionary and to help the Missions. Throughout our world today, missionaries, at times in most inconvenient, even dangerous circumstances, proclaim the Gospel, offering help and hope to the suffering poor. Please be generous.

YOUTH MINISTRY WEEKEND - Join us after masses on Saturday, Oct. 23rd and Sunday, Oct. 24th. The Youth Office will be open and refreshments will be in the Library. Take this opportunity to pick up our calendar of events and find out what resources are available for the youth at CTK. Life Resources will be offering books for purchase that are of interest for teens as well as parents.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP - When we lose a loved one by death, we are wounded. Just as a wound does, we need to heal from within, to express our thoughts and feelings, even when they seem crazy. A support group is a safe haven where we can talk, cry, share our anger, guilt and fears with those who understand and care. A Bereavement Support Group, sponsored by CTK Bereavement Committee, has been organized for all persons grieving the death of a loved one. We will be meeting in the Church Library, on Tues, Oct. 26th at 7:00 pm and Wed., Oct. 27th at 1:00 pm. The program will meet every other Tuesday or Wednesday through November 23rd or November 24th. If you are interested in joining us, or for more information, please call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for John's 3rd remission;
2) Thank you for finding my sister a new job;

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
"At Mass the sacrificial and communal aspects of the Eucharist are emphasized. In Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration the Real Presence is emphasized. Pope John Paul II says that our communal worship at Mass must go together with our personal worship of Jesus in Eucharistic Adoration in order that our love may be complete." Reasons for Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration

ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY - The partnership of giving is a special one created by faith, bonded by sacrifice, nurtured by love and blessed by God. How can we fail, if you remember our Poor Boxes.

MEMBERSHIP FEES FOR HOLY NAME SOCIETY AND ROSARY AND ALTAR SOCIETY
All men and women of the parish are invited to join these societies. To join, please place the special membership envelope included in your envelope packet with the $10 dues in the Sunday collection. If you don't have an envelope, please enclose in an envelope, your dues and a piece of paper with your name and address on it. Thank you for your support.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education classes for Monday, Oct. 18th is as follows:
Grades 1 - 5: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Grades 6 & 8: 7:00-8:15 p.m.

" Parent Meetings: Please arrive by 6:55 pm so that we can promptly begin at 7:00. Each family should have one representative at the meeting.
- First Reconciliation: Mon., Oct. 25th - 7:00 p.m. Upper Church
- First Holy Communion: Mon., Nov. 1st - 7:00 pm Upper Church
" Grade 9: Classes will be held on Sunday, Oct. 24th. Teachers have contacted students in regard to time and place for class.
" Confirmation will be celebrated by Bishop Edward U. Kmiec, on Sun., Oct. 31st at 3:00 pm, for 74 of our young people in the Upper Church. We ask that our parish community pray for these young people as they complete the final preparation for this sacrament. Students must be in their assigned pews by 2:40 p.m. in the Upper Church.

VOCATION VIEW - God will answer the prayers of those who cry out. Ask for men and women to respond to the call to service as priests or religious. If God is calling you, call Fr. Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
" Monday Oct. 18th and Tuesday, October 19th - The Snyder Fire Department will bring a fire truck and talk to our Pre-School classes about fire safety.
" Tues., Oct. 19th - Grades 7th & 8th will visit the Corn Maze
" Thurs., Oct. 21st - Grades 4, 5, and 8 will see "The Hobbit" at the Allendale Theatre
Grade 6 will attend a Drug Awareness Program
" Fri., Oct. 22nd - Sports Booster Club Theme Tray Event

JOIN ST. BENEDICT SENIORS - Come and enjoy a trip to the Seneca Niagara Casino, Niagara Falls, USA on Mon., Nov 8th, from 10 am to 4 pm. Cost is $15, for $15 in coins, $5 food and $1 Keeno. Call Val at 838-0291 for information and reservations
.
INSTALLATION OF BISHOP EDWARD U. KMIEC
On Thursday, Oct. 28th, Bishop Edward Kmiec will be installed as the 13th Bishop of Buffalo. Beginning at 2:30 pm the coverage will be broadcast live on Channel 23, with Jackie Walker and Don Postels from WIVB-TV with Fr. Paul Seil, director of the Office of Liturgy providing the live commentary. Live video will be available on the internet at WIVB.com and WNLO.com. WLOF Radio (101.7FM), will be the only radio station in the diocese offering a live broadcast of the mass.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Special Confirmation Choir - Sunday, Oct. 31st, 3:00 p.m. - The Music Ministry invites you to join the Special Bishop's Confirmation Choir to help celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation this fall. The newly installed Bishop Kmiec, will be the celebrant. This is a unique opportunity for you to participate and celebrate as part of the Confirmation Choir. Please contact Christina Shrewsbury as soon as possible so that we can begin our preparation of choral music. All Voice Parts are Welcome!
Parish Choir: The next rehearsal will be held on Thursday, Oct. 21st at 7:00 p.m. in the Music Room. Singers of any level are invited to join us to socialize, sing and make new friends at CTK. We also need instrumentalists and guitarists to assist.
Youth Choir : The next rehearsal will be held on Friday, Oct. 22nd from 2:30-3:30 pm in the Music Room. Children in grades 1-6 are encouraged to participate in this expanding choir.
Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. Rehearsals are held in the Music Room, located at the bottom of the stairs accessible from the entrance on the circular driveway on Lamarck. If you are interested in joining one of these groups, please call her at 839-1430/ext 212.

DIOCESAN YOUTH CHOIR FESTIVAL - The Music Ministry is sponsoring the 1st Diocesan Youth Choir Festival to take place in April 2005. This Choir festival will be held in St Louis Church at Main & Goodell, and involves Youth Choirs from many parishes. This is a magnificent opportunity for all young singers at CTK in grades 1-6. The journey begins NOW as we rehearse and prepare our voices together on Friday's from 2:30-3:30 p.m. in the Music Room. Please contact Christina Shrewsbury, Director of Music Ministry at 839-1430, ext. 212, as soon as possible regarding this event and ongoing Youth Choir activities. Don't miss out on this opportunity to sing

AREA EVENTS
" St. Aloysius Parish Retreat - Oct. 18th, 19th and 20th - Mass at 8:30 am & Retreat Talk at 7:00 pm. Fr. Terry Odien will lead the retreat, topics are: "Call to Come Home", "Relationship with Others and Reconciliation", and "Prayer as Relationship with God"
" The Great Fall Craft Show -at Donald Spoth Farm, 2715 Tonawanda Creek Rd., Amherst - Oct. 23rd - 9am-3pm to benefit St. Luke's Mission of Mercy.
" Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Oct. 26-Nov. 30, from 6-8:30 pm at Schofield Residence (3333 Elmwood Ave, Kenmore)- $25 fee includes a copy of The Caregivers Handbook. Program is designed to help you help an older relative or friend and will provide you with tools you need to take care of yourself. Call 858-8526 for reservations.
" Catholic Health Systems Community Programs (Free): Call 447-6205 to register. Women & Depression - Oct 27, 7 pm at Kenmore Mercy Hospital.
" Retrouvaille - A lifeline for troubled marriages - For information on programs call Bill & Jane at 652-7138, or Frank & Angel at 668-9068, or go to www.marriagesaved.com.

HAPPY 87TH BIRTHDAY
MSGR. FRANCIS SORCI
OCTOBER 16TH

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., October 16 - Hedwig, religious; Margaret Mary Alacoque, virgin
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Julie Vastola and Daniel Cannistra
Lower 4:30 p.m. Victor and Marie Cielencki - Joseph & Ceil Rolek

SUN., October 17 - 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. ANNIV. Dominic Campagna - Teresa Campagna
Lower 9:30 Bishop's Committee
Lower 11:00 Katherine Koessler - Katie and Steve Juhasz
Upper 12:15 Harold Hensen - wife, Mary Jane

MON., October 18 - Luke, Evangelist
6:55 a.m. Chris Golinski - Family
8:00 Lida Fraunheim - Angie Coppola
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., October 19 - John de Brebeuf, Isaac Jogues, & companion martyrs
6:55 a.m. Sally Budzich - The Golinski Family
8:00 ANNIV. Jim Smithling - Mary Cole

WED., October 20 - Paul of the Cross, priest
6:55 a.m. Florence Uebbing - Estate
8:00 Mr. & Mrs. Rocco Migliazzo - Family
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., October 21 - Weekday, 29th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Edward Zimpfer - Family
8:00 Jacob Maldiner - Grace Suozzi & Mary Mancini
*Mysteries of Light will be recited after 8:00 a.m. Mass
7:00 p.m. St. Peregrine Mass

FRI., October 22 - Weekday, 29th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Elizabeth Havas - Family
8:00 Joanne Trahey - Tim & Jean McCarthy
4:30 p.m. WEDDING Amy Bussman and Mark Freland

SAT., October 23 - John of Capistrano, priest
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Megan Murray and James Ryan
Lower 4:30 p.m. Elmer P. Donlon - Pat & Marcia Donlon

SUN., October 24 - 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. ANNIV. Ross Syracuse - Josephine Syracuse
Lower 9:30 Charles Coleman - Family
Lower 11:00 World Youth Day - Teen Youth Group
Upper 12:15 ANNIV. Bernice J. Shuler - Family

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF October 24th, 2004
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR
30th Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Sirach 35:12-14, 16-18
2nd Reading - 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18
Gospel - Luke 18:9-14

NEXT SUNDAY: 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Wisdom 11:22 - 12:2
2nd Reading - 2 Thessalonians 1:11 - 2:2
Gospel - Luke 19:1-10

"The Lord is a God of justice, who knows no favorites. The prayer of the lowly pierces the clouds; it does not rest till it reaches its goal." - Sirach 35

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Monica Q. Barton, Charlie Basil, Anthony Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Walt Bissett, Michael Boldt, , Robert Brodnicki, Dale Carlos, Fr. Joe Carlos, Lea Calabrese, Marian Coniglio, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Nick Dusenberry, Emerson Eidenier, Mary Fazekas, Salvatore Ferro, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Diane Giglia, , Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Delores Grundner-Kleindinst, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Dolores Hooker, Carl Johns, John Kaczorowski, Karen Kazmierczak, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Gloria Kocick, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Rebecca Lorrimer, Arthur Maloney, Bernice Manly, Leo Masgula, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Ernest Pearch, Eleanor Praetzel, Linda Pschierer, Justin Puleo, Martin Quinn Sr., Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Stephen E. Rubach, Marie Santiago, Donald Sapienza, Tina Scalia, Deacon Tom Schultz, Donald Schwach, David Setter, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, Genevieve Spadafora, Antonietta Suriani, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Chuck Varco, Larry Wagner, Linda Weber, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Sister Arthur Wingerter, John Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Josephine Feroleto, Thomas Langan (father of Shannon Goergen), and Carmela Letizia (sister of Marietta Cartonia)

Charlotte Bunn(mother of Beth Kraatz), and Frank Pleto (father of Tom);
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women in the Middle East and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

CONGRATULATIONS TO …
Carrie (Bonfante) & Osvaldo Endara; and Julie (Vastola) & Daniel Cannistra; who were married in our Church last weekend.. We wish them God's blessings, and a happy life together.

YOUTH MINISTRY WEEKEND
This weekend, join the Youth Ministers & the Teen Youth Group at an Open House after every mass. The Youth Office will be open and refreshments will be served in the Library. Take this opportunity to pick up our calendar of events and find out what resources are available for the youth at CTK. Life Resources will be offering books for purchase that are of interest for teens as well as parents. Also, Entertainment Books will be available for sale for $23.

MEDJUGORIE PRAYER GROUP
The next meeting of the Medjugorie Prayer Group will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 26th at 9:30 am at 59 Smallwood Drive. Please call 839-1575 if you are coming. All are welcome.

CTK PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
Since this ministry first started in February, over 30 women have met and are taking an active part in the CTK Prayer Shawl Ministry. At each of the weekly gatherings (Wednesday from 7:00-9:00 pm in the Church Library), the women share a gathering prayer, and knit the shawls in a prayerful, relaxed atmosphere. Over 85 shawls have been knit, which have been blessed by Msgr. Lichtenthal, and given as gifts to parishioners who have serious illnesses, are shut-ins, or have a need to be wrapped in prayers. This a great project to work on as you wait for appointments, travel, while watching television, or any time you have a free moment. You are invited to join us at any time. For details call Linda Maslona at 839-2363. Yarn donations may be brought to the Rectory.

RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
RCIA is a rite of acceptance into the Catholic Faith Community. Adults journey with team members to hear their stories and learn more about the Catholic faith. The process helps to prepare candidates for the reception of the Sacraments of Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation and First Eucharist. If you or someone you know wishes to enter, investigate or update your knowledge of the Catholic faith, the RCIA process may be for you. We invite you to join us on Thursday evenings from 7:15 - 9 pm in the Parish Library. For details, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 or visit our website at www.ctksnyder.com/rcia. Come and join us! Topics for Upcoming Sessions: Oct. 28 - Saints; Nov. 4 - Liturgical Year; and Nov. 11 - Beatitudes.

ALL SOULS ENVELOPES
Tuesday, Nov. 2nd is the Feast of All Souls. Envelopes are available in the back of church for your All Souls Day Intentions. This is a wonderful way for us to pray for all our deceased relatives and friends. They will be remembered at monthly Masses throughout the year and on All Souls Day.

INSTALLATION OF BISHOP EDWARD U. KMIEC
On Thursday, Oct. 28th, Bishop Edward Kmiec will be installed as the 13th Bishop of Buffalo. Beginning at 2:30 pm the coverage will be broadcast live on Channel 23, with Jackie Walker and Don Postels from WIVB-TV with Fr. Paul Seil, director of the Office of Liturgy providing the live commentary. Live video will be available on the Internet at WIVB.com and WNLO.com. WLOF Radio (101.7FM), will be the only radio station in the diocese offering a live broadcast of the mass.

ANNUAL BEREAVEMENT MEMORIAL MASS
The Annual Bereavement Mass, sponsored by the Bereavement Committee will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 2nd at 7:00 p.m. in the Upper Church. A reception will follow in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. The mass will be in honor of all those parishioners who have died in the past year. Everyone is invited to attend. We ask that you pray for those who are being remembered and their families: Anthony Babich, John Barrett, William Bogan, Charlotte Bunn, Milton Campbell, Celia Cieslak, John Cooke, Mildred Collins, Joseph Coppola, Joseph Davis, Richard Devine, Vincent DiNatale, David Dougherty, Yolanda Estenoz, Suzanne Feltes, Josephine Feroleto, Angeline Feskun, Mary Jessie Habdo, Phyllis Heinen, Carol Helfer, Harold Herman, Shirley Hoffman, Paul Howlett, William Huber, Eileen Hutchinson, and
Richard Jendras.

ROSARY AND ALTAR CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
Save This Date!!! Thursday, December 9th - Come and join with members of the Rosary and Altar Society as we celebrate the Christmas Holidays at a luncheon at Salvatore's Italian Gardens. More information will be coming - please watch the bulletin!

SUCCESSFUL BLOOD DRIVE
On behalf of the American Red Cross, we send their most sincere gratitude to the 32 donors who participated in the blood drive last weekend. We wish to recognize the work of our teen youth group and in particular senior youth Council members Renee' Ertel and Mike Humphrey who co-chaired this event.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for helping me see the light and turning my thoughts around;
2) Thank you for my pregnancy!

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
"The only time our Lord asked the Apostles for anything was the night He went into His agony. But as often in the history of the church since that time, evil was awake, but the disciples were asleep. That is why there came out of His anguished and lonely Heart the sign: 'Could you not watch one hour with Me?' Not for an hour of activity did he plead, but for an hour of friendship." -The Hour That Makes My Day, by Fulton J. Sheen

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education classes for Monday, Oct. 25th is as follows:
Grades 1 - 5: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Grades 6 & 8: 7:00-8:15 p.m.

VOCATION VIEW - WANTED: humble sinners who know the forgiveness of God. These make good servants of the Gospel. They can be priests, deacons, sisters or brothers. If God is calling you, call Fr. Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
CTK School 's students will wear red ribbons all week in observance of Red Ribbon Week.
¢ Wed., Oct. 27th - Students may pay $1 (to benefit Catholic Charities) and wear red clothing to school instead of their uniforms.
¢ Friday, Oct. 29th - First Quarter Grades close;
-- Grade 7 will go to Palace Theater to see "Picasso"
-- Halloween Parade at 1:00 (outside weather permitting) followed by
Halloween parties in classrooms.

A BENEFIT FOR THE FAMILY OF ROGER MAZIKOWSKI - A spaghetti Dinner & Chinese Auction will be held on Sat., Oct. 24th from 2:00-7:00 p.m., at the North Bailey Fire Hall at 966 Sweet Home Rd., to benefit the family of Roger Mazikowski (husband of Emily Hull, A CTK graduate, and son-in-law of Dan & Judy Hull - our former milk mom) as he undergoes treatment for leukemia. Tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for children under 12 and are available at the door.

YOUTH NEWS
The Teen Youth Group of CTK is an organization in which all high school teen parishioners are automatically members. Teens are encouraged to participate in any or all events. Members who feel a strong dedication and commitment to serve should consider a position on the CTK Youth Council. This leadership council works directly with adult coordinators, volunteers, and parish teens to plan programs & events that seek to increase faith, encourage friendship, & promote fun in a welcoming atmosphere. We invite you to become an active part of teen life at CTK Church. For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
" Search for Christian Maturity - Fri., Nov. 12th to Sun., Nov. 14th at CTK Seminary. Search is a weekend retreat that helps teens understand their Catholic Faith and how it affects their daily life, it includes witness talks, group activities, discussions, prayer and free time. The weekend is open to those in 10th grade & up & college students. Cost is $75, scholarships available for those needing assistance. Call for registration information.
" High School Teen Lock-in - Nov. 5th at 7:30 p.m. thru Nov. 6th at 7:30 a.m.- Join us for one of our most popular events of the year. The overnight event includes speakers, liturgy, games, food and fun. Cost is $8 and includes late-night pizza, breakfast and snacks. Permission slips will be available at the Youth Ministry Office. Please call to register.
" Service Opportunity - Sisters Hospital is looking for youth volunteers age 16 and older to staff a new child-care program that will allow parents of infants in the Hospital's Special Care Nursery to spend more time with their hospitalized newborns Teens are needed to watch the older siblings free of charge in the facilities adjacent to the Family Activity Room. To participate students must provide a letter of recommendation from their Youth Minister, Confirmation Teacher, Guidance Counselor or Scout Leader, show completion of the American Red Cross Babysitting Course and complete a hospital sponsored volunteer training program. Volunteers must work one 3-hour period per week.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Special Confirmation Choir - Sunday, Oct. 31st, 3:00 p.m. - The Music Ministry invites you to join the Special Bishop's Confirmation Choir to help celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation this fall. The newly installed Bishop Kmiec, will be the celebrant. This is a unique opportunity for you to participate and celebrate as part of the Confirmation Choir. Please contact Christina Shrewsbury as soon as possible so that we can begin our preparation of choral music. All Voice Parts are Welcome!
Parish Choir: The next rehearsal will be held on Thursday, Oct. 28th at 7:00 p.m. in the Music Room. Singers of any level are invited to join us to socialize, sing and make new friends at CTK. We also need instrumentalists and guitarists to assist.
Youth Choir : The next rehearsal will be held on Friday, Oct. 29th from 2:30-3:30 pm in the Music Room. Children in grades 1-6 are encouraged to participate in this expanding choir.
Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. Rehearsals are held in the Music Room, located at the bottom of the stairs accessible from the entrance on the circular driveway on Lamarck. If you are interested in joining one of these groups, please call her at 839-1430/ext 212.

AREA EVENTS
" Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Oct. 26-Nov. 30, from 6-8:30 pm at Schofield Residence (3333 Elmwood Ave, Kenmore)- $25 fee includes a copy of The Caregivers Handbook. Program is designed to help you help an older relative or friend and will provide you with tools you need to take care of yourself. Call 858-8526 for reservations.
" Catholic Health Systems Community Programs (Free): Call 447-6205 to register. Women & Depression - Oct 27, 7 pm at Kenmore Mercy Hospital.
" Retrouvaille - A lifeline for troubled marriages - For information on programs call Bill & Jane at 652-7138, or Frank & Angel at 668-9068, or go to www.marriagesaved.com.

WORLD MISSION SUNDAY
The 2nd collection today is for World Mission. Help support priests, Religious and lay people in the Missions who are Christ's witness to a world so in need of His healing love and peace. $25 helps support a catechist for a month; $75 provides for the work of Religious Sisters; and $100 is a month's help for a village mission. Please be generous.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., October 23 - John of Capistrano, priest
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Megan Murray and James Ryan
Lower 4:30 p.m. Elmer P. Donlon - Pat & Marcia Donlon

MON., October 25 - Weekday, 30th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Mary Vastola - Mr. & Mrs. Eugene O'Connor
8:00 Herman Burzynski - Mr. & Mrs. Bellittiere & Family
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., October 26 - Weekday, 30th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Rosemary Kahr - Angela Coppola
8:00 Mario Seerieter - Family

WED., October 27 - Weekday, 30th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. John Terhaar - Jack Ryan & Bruce Gould
8:00 Ed Maxwell - The Doyle Family
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., October 28 - Simon and Jude, apostles
6:55 a.m. Hella Potter - Estate
8:00 Timothy Bogdan- Joseph & Ceil Rolek
*Mysteries of Light will be recited after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., October 29 - Weekday, 30th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Genevieve Slack - Estate
8:00 Dr. Arthur Schaefer - Melvin Pauly

SAT., October 30 - Weekday, 30th Week in Ordinary Time
Lower 4:30 p.m. Joseph Borowski - Family

SUN., October 31 - 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. Frank and Helen Rolek - Joseph & Ceil Rolek
Lower 9:30 Lola Troidl - Family
Lower 11:00 Deceased Members of Killeen & Murray Families
Upper 12:15 p.m. Phyllis Heinen - Family
Upper 3:00 Sacrament of Confirmation

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF October 31st 2004
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR
31st Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Wisdom 11:22 - 12:2
2nd Reading - 2 Thessalonians 1:11 - 2:2
Gospel - Luke 19:1-10

NEXT SUNDAY: 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - 2 Maccabees 7:1-2, 9-14
2nd Reading - 2 Thessalonians 2:16 - 3:5
Gospel - Luke 20:27-38

"We ask you, brothers and sisters, with regard to the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, not to be alarmed … that the day of the Lord is at hand." 2 Thessalonians 1

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Monica Q. Barton, Charlie Basil, Anthony Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Walt Bissett, Robert Brodnicki, Dale Carlos, Fr. Joe Carlos, Lea Calabrese, Marian Coniglio, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Nick Dusenberry, Emerson Eidenier, Mary Fazekas, Salvatore Ferro, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Diane Giglia, , Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Delores Grundner-Kleindinst, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Dolores Hooker, John Kaczorowski, Karen Kazmierczak, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Gloria Kocick, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Rebecca Lorrimer, Arthur Maloney, Leo Masgula, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Ernest Pearch, Eleanor Praetzel, Linda Pschierer, Justin Puleo, Martin Quinn Sr., Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Stephen E. Rubach, Marie Santiago, Donald Sapienza, Tina Scalia, Donald Schwach, David Setter, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, Genevieve Spadafora, George Strubel, Antonietta Suriani, Josephine Syracuse, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Chuck Varco, Larry Wagner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Sister Arthur Wingerter, John Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Rev. Thomas Crowley (retired Diocesan priest);
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women in the Middle East and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

CONGRATULATIONS TO …
Amy (Bussman) & Mark Freeland; and Megan (Murray) & James Ryan; who were married in our Church last weekend.. We wish them God's blessings, and a happy life together.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING…
Brennan Mekos Colby, son of Jodi (Mekow) & Lawrence Colby; and Cara Lucia Gambacorta, daughter of Pamela (Fietze) & Alfonse Gambacorta; who were baptized in our Church last Sunday.

ANNUAL BEREAVEMENT MEMORIAL MASS
The Annual Bereavement Mass, sponsored by the Bereavement Committee will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 2nd at 7:00 p.m. in the Upper Church. A reception will follow in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. The mass will be in honor of all those parishioners who have died in the past year. Everyone is invited to attend. We ask that you pray for those who are being remembered and their families: Ruth Hobin, Gerald Jeris, Mary Louise Kelly, Paul Kennedy, Richard Lock, Joseph Lorenzo, Ronald Ludwig, Robert Luka, Cornelius McGillicuddy, Annette Nice, John Polakiewicz, Peter Pulera, Mildred Sahlam, Edith Scalisi, Claire Senall, Robert Smith, Judy Snider, Daniel Szymoniak, Irene Thompson, Donald Voland, Mary Ann Vollmer, Geraldine Waldmiller, Alfred Weber, Clara Weber, Thaddeus Victor Wieczorek, Kenneth Yoerg and Edward Zimmerman.

RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
RCIA is a rite of acceptance into the Catholic Faith Community. Adults journey with team members to hear their stories and learn more about the Catholic faith. The process helps to prepare candidates for the reception of the Sacraments of Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation and First Eucharist. If you or someone you know wishes to enter, investigate or update your knowledge of the Catholic faith, the RCIA process may be for you. We invite you to join us on Thursday evenings from 7:15 - 9 pm in the Parish Library. For details, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 or visit our website at www.ctksnyder.com/rcia. Come and join us! Topics for Upcoming Sessions: Nov. 4 - Liturgical Year; and Nov. 11 - Beatitudes.

FIRST FRIDAY
This Friday is the First Friday for the month of November. Masses will be at 6:55 and 8:45 a.m. After the 8:45 mass, the Rosary and Altar Society will recite the Rosary and then go the Wehrle Restaurant for a Dutch-treat breakfast. For reservations call Virginia Harder at 839-0230 before noon on Thurs., Nov. 4th. ALL WOMEN OF THE PARISH ARE WELCOME.

ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS
The next time the Teen Youth Group will be selling Entertainment Books for $23, after masses will be the weekend of Nov. 13th & 14th. They are now available in the Rectory Office on weekdays, from 8:30-4pm. Supplies are limited, so don't wait until they are gone! Checks may be made out to Christ the King Church.

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS
The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 16th 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. There will be no class scheduled in December. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

BIBLE BUDDIES
You and your pre-school children ages 2-4 are invited to join us on either Wednesday, Nov. 17th or Thursday, Nov. 18th from 10:00-10:30 a.m. in the Chapel Meeting Room (please enter through the single door under the overhang, between the Church and the School). We will share a story with your child and help them to learn more about God and the Bible, and they will make something to bring home. The two sessions offered each month are identical, so you may attend either. Please contact Adele Krause at 839-5340 for more details.

WE ARE LISTENING
The St. Vincent de Paul Society exists to assist those in need. We can help those we know about. We hear of their need from people like you. Do you know of a parishioner in need of temporary assistance? Please call the Rectory at 839-1430 and leave a message

CTK PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
Since this ministry first started in February, over 85 shawls have been knit, which have been blessed by Msgr. Lichtenthal, and given as gifts to parishioners who have serious illnesses, are shut-ins, or have a need to be wrapped in prayers. Over 30 women have met and are taking an active part in the CTK Prayer Shawl Ministry. At each of the weekly gatherings (Wednesday from 7:00-9:00 pm in the Church Library), the women share a gathering prayer, and knit the shawls in a prayerful, relaxed atmosphere. This a great project to work on as you wait for appointments, travel, while watching television, or any time you have a free moment. You are invited to join us at any time. For details call Linda Maslona at 839-2363. Yarn donations may be brought to the Rectory.

MEMBERSHIP FEES FOR HOLY NAME SOCIETY AND ROSARY AND ALTAR SOCIETY
All men and women of the parish are invited to join these societies. To join, please enclose your $10 fee in an envelope with your name and address on it, addressed to the Society, and place it in the Sunday collection. The Rosary and Altar Society depends upon it's yearly dues to help pay for the cleaning and care of the Altar Lines. Please support these organizations.

AREA EVENTS
" Memory Loss presented by Eugene Kalmuk, MD - Nov 3rd - 7 pm at Marian Profession Center (free); CPR for Family & Friends - Nov. 8th - 6 pm at Our Lady of Victory Hosp (Cost); Techniques to Stop Smoking - Nov 16 - 7 pm at Kenmore Mercy Hosp (free) & Men's Health - Nov 18 - 7 pm at St. Joseph Hospital (free). To register call HelthConnection at 447-6205.
" Marriage Encounter Weekend - Nov. 5-7 at Lake Chautauqua Retreat Center. Call Jerry & Claire Waldron at 1-800-432-7383 #4163 for more information
" Our Father - program led by Sr. Joan Wagner, SSJ. includes instruction & mediation. - Sat Nov 6, 13, 20 & 27 & Dec 4, 11 & 18 -9:15-10:30- St. Joseph's Center for Spirituality, 4975 Strickler Rd, Clarence. Cost - $15; to Register call 759-6893.
" Healing Mass & Novena to St. Padre Pio - Nov 10 - 7 pm - at Holy Name of Jesus Church , 1947 Bailey Ave. Secured parking & handicapped accessible.
" Retrouvaille - A lifeline for troubled marriages - For information on programs call Bill & Jane at 652-7138, or Frank & Angel at 668-9068, or go to www.marriagesaved.com.

ARE YOU THERE, LORD? - Deacon Ted Pijacki will discuss "How to Listen to God" at the next session of Come and See on Thursday, Nov. 4th at 7:30 pm in St. Benedict Church. Small group discussion topics include: bereavement, divorce and separation, annulments, prayer, answering tough questions, coming back to the Church, coping with cancer. No cost. No reservations required. For info call 565-2525.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education classes for Monday, Nov. 1st is as follows:
Grades 1 - 5: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Grades 6 & 8: 7:00-8:15 p.m.
" Parent Meeting: Please arrive by 6:55 pm so that we can promptly begin at 7:00. Each family should have one representative at the meeting.
- First Holy Communion: Mon., Nov. 1st - 7:00 pm Upper Church
" Confirmation will be celebrated by Bishop Edward U. Kmiec, this Sunday, Oct. 31st at 3:00 pm, for 74 of our young people in the Upper Church. Students must be in their assigned pews by 2:40 p.m. in the Upper Church. We congratulate the candidates, sponsors and parents.

VOCATION VIEW
Can I risk sharing the goodness God has given me? Can I care for the needs of my brothers and sisters? Can I respond to God as a priest, deacon, brother or sister? If God is calling you, call Fr. Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
Congratulations to all those who will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation this Sunday.
¢ Thursday, Nov. 4th - Picture re-take day;
¢ Friday, Nov. 5th - Students will attend the 8:45 a.m. Mass (prepared by the 8th Grade) and the 8th Grade class officers will be installed. Students will be dismissed at noon.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Thanksgiving Family Choir: Please join in singing on Thanksgiving Day with your family. Hymns and responses will be reviewed at 9:20 a.m., and mass begins at 10:00 a.m. If your family can participate please contact Christina Shrewsbury.
Parish Choir: The next rehearsal will be held on Thursday, Nov. 4th at 7:00 p.m. in the Music Room. Singers of any level are invited to join us to socialize, sing and make new friends at CTK. We also need instrumentalists and guitarists to assist.
Youth Choir : The next rehearsal will be held on Friday, Nov. 5th from 2:30-3:30 pm in the Music Room. Children in grades 1-6 are encouraged to participate in this expanding choir.
Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. Rehearsals are held in the Music Room, located at the bottom of the stairs accessible from the entrance on the circular driveway on Lamarck. If you are interested in joining one of these groups, please call her at 839-1430/ext 212.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for favorable outcome in son's marital problems;
2) Thank you for enabling me to understand that love & prayers set me free;

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Ten Things God Wants You to Know About Eucharistic Adoration: 1) I love you; 2) I will bless you; 3) I will give you rest; 4) I will not fail you; 5) I will strengthen you; 6) I will answer you; 7) I believe in you; 8) I am for you; 9) I will provide for you; 10) I will be with you.

YOUTH NEWS
The Teen Youth Group of CTK is an organization in which all high school teen parishioners are automatically members. Teens are encouraged to participate in any or all events. Members who feel a strong dedication and commitment to serve should consider a position on the CTK Youth Council. This leadership council works directly with adult coordinators, volunteers, and parish teens to plan programs & events that seek to increase faith, encourage friendship, & promote fun in a welcoming atmosphere. We invite you to become an active part of teen life at CTK Church. For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
" High School Teen Lock-in - Nov. 5th at 7:30 p.m. thru Nov. 6th at 7:30 a.m.- Join us for one of our most popular events of the year. The overnight event includes speakers, liturgy, games, food and fun. Cost is $8 & includes late-night pizza, breakfast and snacks. Permission slips will be available at the Youth Ministry Office. Please call to register.
" Service Opportunity
" Sisters Hospital is looking for youth volunteers age 16 and older to staff a new child-care program that will allow parents of infants in the Hospital's Special Care Nursery to spend more time with their hospitalized newborns. Teens are needed to watch the older siblings free of charge in the facilities adjacent to the Family Activity Room. To participate students must provide a letter of recommendation from their Youth Minister, Confirmation Teacher, Guidance Counselor or Scout Leader, show completion of the American Red Cross Babysitting Course and complete a hospital sponsored volunteer training program. Volunteers must work one 3-hour period per week.
" Parents' Night Out - Friday, December 3rd - Teens are needed to help with activities for the Annual Parents' Night Out. For information call Mrs. Testa.
" Gift Baskets for the Elderly - Sunday, Dec. 5th - Any teens wishing to decorate and fill baskets for the elderly should come to the Chapel Meeting Room at 10:30 a.m.
" Student Writers Needed - St. Mary's Press is looking for Teen Writers to submit poetry, stories, or personal reflections about the emotional peaks and valleys of teenagers' relationships with their families. They are looking for teens who write with honesty, insight and creativity about the joys, challenges, highlights or sorrows of family life. All submitted work will be considered for publication in upcoming book entitled Family Matters. Admissions will be accepted until December 1, 2004. Any interested High School Teens should pick up the guidelines for writing and the required release form. These forms will be available at the door of the Youth Ministry Office.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES
Keeping the children's best interests top priority is not always easy in the turmoil of divorce. Parents can learn how to develop a "professional" relationship with their co-parent for the benefit of the children - and oneself. Co-Parenting programs, offered in most counties of the Diocese, are designed for any parents who have experience conflict regarding custody and/or visitation issues. For details, call Catholic Charities office at 896-6390.

FEAST OF ALL SAINTS
This year All Saints Day is on Monday, Nov. 1st. While it is a Holy Day, it is not a Holy Day of Obligation because it is on a Monday this year. Masses will be at 6:55 and 8:00 a.m.

FEAST OF ALL SOULS
Tuesday, Nov. 2nd is All Souls Day. Envelopes are available in the back of church for your All Souls Day Intentions. This is a wonderful way for us to pray for all our deceased relatives and friends. They will be remembered at monthly Masses throughout the year & on All Souls Day.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., October 30 - Weekday, 30th Week in Ordinary Time
Lower 4:30 p.m. Joseph Borowski - Family

MON., November 1 - All Saints
6:55 a.m. Mary Castelin - The Fahey Family
8:00 Paul Stebbins - Linda, Bob and Lisa Yerke
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., November 2 - All Souls Day
6:55 a.m. Intention of All Souls - Parish Intentions
8:00 Intention of All Souls - Parish Intentions
7:00 p.m. Bereavement Memorial Mass

WED., November 3 - Martin de Porres, religious
6:55 a.m. Larry Szymanski - CTK Wednesday Golf League
8:00 Sarah Provenzo and Connie Blackowski - Family
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., November 4 - Charles Borromeo, bishop
6:55 a.m. Felix Mals - Joe & Veronica Vocola
8:00 ANNIV. Michael Syracuse - Family
*Mysteries of Light will be recited after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., November 5 - Weekday 31st Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Intentions of the David Smith Family - Friends from UB
8:45 John Baron - wife, Agnes

SAT., November 6 - Weekday, 31st Week in Ordinary Time
Lower 4:30 p.m. Ross and Anna DiNatale - Sarah DiNatale

SUN., November 7 - 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. Alfonso and Stella Cumella and Janet Rossi - Family
Lower 9:30 Isabelle Baumann - Melvin Pauly
Lower 11:00 Geraldine Drozda - The Coppola Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Ruth Cecala - Godchild, Elaine