April 3

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BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF April 3, 2005 CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR Second Sunday of Easter

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Second Sunday of Easter
1st Reading - Acts 2:42-47
2nd Reading - 1 Peter 1:3-9
Gospel - John 20:19-31

NEXT SUNDAY: Third Sunday of Easter
1st Reading       - Acts 2:14, 22-33
2nd Reading      - 1 Peter 1:17-21
Gospel              - Luke 24:13-35

"They ate their meals with exultation and sincerity of heart, praising God." Acts 2:42-47

Question of the Week: How can you share with others the mercy you have received in your own life?
Faith Response: Resolve to show mercy instead of judgment to those who wrong you. Throw away mental lists of offenses suffered, and open the door to freedom for your offenders.

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Anthony Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Maureen Bommer, Sister Susan Buckley, John J. Burgio, Dale Carlos, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Emerson Eidenier, Mary Fazekas, Salvatore Ferro, Vincent Fetto, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Rita Guaftaferro, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Dolores Hooker, John Kaczorowski, 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, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Stephen E. Rubach, Donald Sapienza, Tina Scalia, David Setter, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, George Strubel, Antonietta Suriani, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Chuck Varco, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, John Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
William Chadwell, Lee A. Forster (father of Carol Baker),Rev. Francis Sullivan, OFM Conv. (uncle of Rev. Norman Sullivan), and Michael A. Tringali (father of Michael Tringali);
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

WEDDING BANNS
1ST - Karen De'Aeth and Donald Regensdorfer, Jr.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING
Katelyn Grace DeTolla, daughter of Kathleen (Brady) & Edward DeTolla who was baptized in our Church on Easter Sunday.

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 Irene Wingerter at 632-0646.

REMEMBERING BISHOP EDWARD D. HEAD
Bishop Edward D. Head, the 11th bishop of Buffalo, died on Tuesday, March 29th at the age of 85 years old. He was the 11th bishop of Buffalo, installed on March 19, 1973. Bishop Head retired in April, 1995, succeeded by Bishop Henry J. Mansell (now archbishop of Hartford) and most currently by Bishop Edward Kmiec.
During his tenure, Bishop Head ordained 124 men to the priesthood and confirmed more than 50,000 young people. Under his leadership, the Diocese experienced growth in services and Catholic Charities, he initialized steps in the canonization process of Msgr. Nelson Baker, and remained active in health care ministry even after his retirement.
Bishop Edward Kmiec, said that "This is a day of tremendous sadness for the family of the Diocese of Buffalo. During his 22 years as the bishop of Buffalo, Bishop Head had a tremendous impact on the faith lives of Catholics in the eight counties of WNY."

PARISH SWEEPSTAKES / BLUE AND GOLD GALA & AUCTION - Going once, going twice . . . Sweepstakes Tickets ($10 each) can be purchased at the Rectory until Thursday, April 7th. The winning tickets will be chosen at the Blue and Gold Gala and Auction Party, on Friday, April 8th in Mooney Hall (School Gym), beginning at 6:00 p.m. The Blue & Gold Gala & Auction Party is a bargain at $40 per person, or $65 per couple. Checks for the Gala can be made out to "Christ the King" and can be brought to the Rectory by Thursday, April 7th. Please include you name, address and phone number with your check. The evening includes an elegant dinner, open bar, live music, live and silent auctions, raffled items, a chocolate fountain, and lots of fun! All parishioners, family, and friends are warmly welcome to this celebration of our beloved parish and #1 school. Finally, if you have any ideas or leads on auction item donations, please contact Rob Mikulec at 636-8352 or Mark Uba at 839-2186.

ST. VINCENT de PAUL SUMMER CAMP CAPITAL CAMPAIGN - Next weekend there will be a special collection to help the St. Vincent de Paul Summer Camp in Angola, New York. This camp, which is on Lake Erie helps over 600 children every summer, many of them underprivileged. The camp, although well maintained, needs to be updated and needs to conform to the Americans with Disabilities Act standards. Your financial support is needed.

CHRIST THE KING MINISTRY FAIR - Next weekend following each Mass on Saturday and Sunday, there will be a Ministry Fair held in the Chapel Meeting Room off the Lower Church. CTK offers many opportunities for you to become involved in your parish community. Our Ministry Fair will help you to learn more and to speak with representatives of a wide range of ministries, from liturgical and prayer ministries to parish community and service groups. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome!

HOLY NAME SUNDAY - Next Sunday the Holy Name Society and their friends will attend the 8:00 a.m. Mass and will sit together. After mass, coffee and donuts will be served in the Chapel Meeting Room with the Ministry Fair.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL 2005 - Thank you for being a community of Hope! Your generosity of time, talents, and treasure made our $10.7 million goal for Appeal 2005 achievable. Those we nurture, care for and assist also appreciate your support. If somehow you have not had the opportunity to contribute to Appeal 2005, it's not too late. As of Tuesday, March 29th, our parishioners donated $204,879 to Catholic Charities. You can still drop your donations off to the Rectory or place them in the weekly collection basket. If you're employed by a firm that "matches gifts" to charitable institutions, secure a form from your personnel office and forward the completed form to the Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously. We are a Community of Hope. Go to www.ccwny.org, to find out more or donate online, or call 856-4494. Be hope for someone in need.

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. The next session will be on Tuesday, April 5th at 7 pm and every other Tuesday through May 24th. The program will be held in the Church Library. For more information, please call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - On Tues, April 12th at 7:30 pm Habitat for Humanity will be giving a presentation in the Chapel Meeting Room (enter the door located under arch between Church & School). Margaret Talboys from Buffalo's Habitat for Humanity organization promises to educate and inspire us with stories and video presentations of Extreme Makeovers of local homes … and lives. Seniors, Singles, Parents, Children … come enjoy an evening of fellowship and refreshments as we further explore service to the poor as another way to pray. Details are posted in the back of Church.

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is a process through which newcomers are welcomed into the Roman Catholic Church, and others complete their initiation in our faith. We are proud of our elect and candidates who have now fully entered into our Catholic community. Those of you who attended the Easter Vigil were fortunate to witness Linda Catterson, Mandy Jarosik, Katherine Hayes, Kathryn Militello and Shannon O'Malley as they received the Sacraments of Initiation. They have been studying the Catholic faith since September and have grown considerably in their spirituality. Let us pray for Linda, Mandy, Katherine, Kathryn and Shannon as we celebrate with them as they join our Church family.

BIBLE BUDDIES meets next on either Wed., April 13 or Thurs., April 14th from 10:00-10:30 am in the Chapel Meeting Room (please enter thru the single door under the overhang, between the Church and the School). You and your pre-school children ages 2-4 are invited to join us, as we share a story and help them to learn more about God & the bible. They will also make something special to bring home. The two sessions offered are identical, so you may attend either. Please call Adele Kraus at 839-5340 for more details.

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS - The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Tues., April 19th at 7:00 pm in the Church Library. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

SPRING - Ah, spring is almost upon us - flowers, gorgeous sunsets, and best of all - GOLF! If anyone is interested in playing in CTK's Thursday afternoon Men's League, please contact Mike McLaughlin at 839-4201 or Dick Shanley at 832-3905. It is 9 holes played at Audubon Golf Course and usually begins about 4:30 pm.

Grade 9: Classes will be held on Sunday, April 10th. Teachers have contacted students in regard to time and place for class. Mrs. Marie Yee's class will be going to St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen on April 10th, and Mrs. Leslie Porto's class will be going on Sun., April 17th.

Grade 3 First Communion Mini-Retreat will be on Sat., April 9th, from 10 am - 12 noon at Christ the King School. Information was mailed to each family about the retreat.

Today, we will begin to list the names of the candidates who will be making their First Communion. We ask that our parish community pray for these children as they complete the final preparation for this sacrament. The following students are in Mrs. Maureen Butwin's class, they will receive this sacrament on Saturday, April 23rd at the 4:30 pm Mass: John Barden, Kiersten Brunner, Ryan Byrne, James DeRosa, Emilee Foster, Jonathan Freer, Patrick Gramza, Kelly Griebner, Chloe Hayes, Adam Killeen, Max Kreuz, Patrick McIntyre, Christopher Monin, Michael Murphy, Patrick Murray, Mary O'Connor, Natalie Ryan, Katelyn Rychnowski, John Schmitt, Hannah Stroud, Samantha Taylor, John Tomczak, Ellen Uba and Ian Williams.

VOCATION VIEW
"As the Father has sent me, so I send you." Will you respond to God's call to be sent as a priest, sister or a brother? If God is calling you, call Fr. Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
Mon., April 4th - School Resumes
Wed., April 6th - 3rd Quarter Marks Close
Thurs. April 7th - ProjecTruth Parent Meeting for 8th Grade Parents - 7 pm
Fri., April 8th - Blue and Gold Gala!!!

MUSIC MINISTRY
Open Parish Choir: All parishioners who love to sing or have the desire to learn more about liturgical songs are invited to join the Parish Choir. The next rehearsal is on Thurs., April 7th at 7:00 pm in the Church Music Room. No previous experience is necessary. Join in for fellowship and song.
Youth Choir: Our Parish Youth Choir Rehearsals begin at 2:30 pm and welcomes children in Grades 1-6 to join in the fun of singing. Next Rehearsal is Fri., April 8t .
Diocesan Youth Choir Festival: There will be 2 additional Youth Choir rehearsals for the Festival on Wed., April 6th, from 5:30-6:30 p.m., and Thurs., April 14th, from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Questions? Please call Christina. Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. Rehearsals are held in the Music Room, located at the bottom of the stairs at 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 1st Youth Choir Festival will be held Sun., April 24th at 4:00 pm at the beautiful St. Louis Church (corner of Main & Pearl, Buffalo). There will be one dress rehearsal for all the Youth that are singing in this Choir Festival on Fri., April 22nd at 7:00 pm. All youth in grades 3- 8 are welcomed & encouraged to sing and to be part of this outstanding event. Please contact Christina as soon as possible for music & rehearsal arrangements at 839-1430, ext. 212.

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2004 -If you need a Financial Statement for 2004 for tax purposes, please put a note in the collection basket, or send a note to the Rectory.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for healing of depression.
2) Thank you for our beautiful family day on Saturday.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
"Let us believe that God is in all our simple deeds and learn to find Him there." A.W. Tozer

AREA EVENTS
" Volunteers for Challenger Baseball run through the Central Amherst Little League for
children with disabilities. Volunteers are needed to assist the players during their Sunday games from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. in May - June. This could satisfy community outreach requirements for Confirmation and High School students. Call Jaqui Berger at 839-1224.
" Intro Sessions to Ovulation Method/Fertility Care System of Natural Family Planning
will be held on Thurs. April 7th at 6:30 pm at Mercy Hospital (675-6281) and on Sat., April 16th at 10:30 am at Sisters Hospital (862-1944). Pre-registration required.
" Marriage Encounter Weekend - Plan your get-away weekend by making a reservation
today: April 8-10, June 24-26, Aug 26-28, Oct 14-16 & Dec. 9-11. Call 585-342-2430 to register or go to www.wwme.org or www.wwme-wny.org for information.
" Crossroads is a Catholic group for single adults over the age of 40 (single, divorced,
separated, widowed). This group of single adults sponsors large group activities and also a series of small group activities based on the interests of its members. For more information, call the Crossroads Hot Line at 635-8010.
" Catholic Biblical Studies Program -We invite you to "try on" our program by sitting in on
a current class. This is an opportunity to see for yourself what this program is like & hear from students why they think it is so great. Call our office at 871-9180 for class locations & times.

TRAVEL WITH ST. BENEDICT'S SENIORS on the following 1-day and 4-day trips: May 13th to see a Great Senior Comedian; May 16th-20th a trip to Wildwood, NJ; Oct 20-24 a fly/drive trip to Branson. For details on all of these trips, call Val at 838-0291.

TRAVEL WITH ST. GREG'S TRAVEL CLUB - May 17th - "Let's Make a Car" - See how a car is built by robots, etc. Tour the plant with a guide in Cambridge, Ontario with lunch at Lily Ruth's and dessert at a surprise location. Proof of citizenship required. June 5-11 -"Savannah, Hilton Head, Jekyll Island" - 7 days, 6 nights only $485. Includes 6 breakfasts and 4 dinners, river cruise, sightseeing tours; Call 634-0002 for more information.

ATTN LADY GOLFERS - Ben's Belles golf every Thursday at 9:00 a.m. from May thru August at Oakwood Golf Course. If interested, join us at Sean Patrick's Restaurant at 12:00 Noon on April 21st for at pre-season Dutch-treat lunch. Call Marge at 832-3748 for lunch reservations and/or information.

"YOUR SPIRITUAL LIFE" - Find out more about your spiritual life at the next session of Come and See on Thurs, April 7 at 7:30 pm in St. Benedict Church. Fr. Peter Calabrese is a guest speaker. Table topics include: bereavement, divorce & separation, annulments, prayer, interfaith marriage, Catholic singles, answering tough questions, coming back to the Church coping with cancer. No cost. No reservations required. For details call 565-2525.

ANNULMENT COMPANIONS - If you've been through the annulment process & would like to help others, you can become an Annulment Companion & help people who are going through the annulment process - from the point at which they begin to investigate the possibility until the final decision form the Tribunal. Training includes 3 and 2 hands-on experiences on April 27, May 4 & May 11 at 7:30 pm. For info call Barbara Wyse at 633-7786.

DAILY MASS SCHEDULE
For the next two weeks, Monday, April 4th through Friday, April 15th, there will only be an 8:00 a.m. Mass. The 6:55 a.m. Mass will resume on Monday, April 18th

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., April 2 - Easter Saturday
Lower 4:30 p.m. James J. Young - Joseph & Ceil Rolek

SUN., April 3 - Second Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 a.m. Lawrence D'Arcy - Dr. & Mrs. John Bartels
Lower 9:30 Marion Dechert - Gallson Family
Lower 11:00 Reginald and Frances Tresidder - The Terhaar Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Dr. Carl Weber - Tim & Jean McCarthy

MON., April 4 - Annunciation of the Lord
No 6:55 a.m. Mass
8:00 Esther Horan - The Horan Family
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., April 5 - Vincent Ferrer, priest
No 6:55 a.m. Mass
8:00 Honor Clody - Joe and Barb Zenger

WED., April 6 - Easter Wednesday
No 6:55 a.m. Mass
8:00 John Propis - Marilyn Militello
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., April 7 - John Baptist de la Salle, priest
No 6:55 a.m. Mass
8:00 ANNIV. Howard W. Georger - Family
*Mysteries of light will be recited after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., April 8 - Easter Weekday
No 6:55 a.m. Mass .
8:00 Mr. & Mrs. Lazzero Picca - Family

SAT., April 9 - Vigil for 3rd Sunday of Easter
Lower 4:30 p.m. Elizabeth Devin - Mr. & Mrs. Michael Tringali

SUN., April 10 - Third Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 a.m. Mamie Rusciolelli - Family
Lower 9:30 Frank Pleto - Family
Lower 11:00 ANNIV. Mrs. Fern Wolf - Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. Rev. Msgr. Henry J. Gugino - Estate

EASTER DUTY
Part of our Lenten regulations requires us to "perform our Easter Duty," that is, to receive Holy Communion at least once a year, between Ash Wednesday and Trinity Sunday, which is on June 11th this year.

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF April 10, 2005
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR
Third Sunday of Easter

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Third Sunday of Easter
1st Reading - Acts 2:14, 22-33
2nd Reading - 1 Peter 1:17-21
Gospel - Luke 24:13-35

NEXT SUNDAY: Fourth Sunday of Easter
1st Reading - Acts 2:14a, 36-41
2nd Reading - 1 Peter 2: 20b-25
Gospel - John 10:1-10

"Stay with us, for it is nearly evening and the day is almost over." Luke 24:13-35

Question of the Week: When and where were you most surprised to find Jesus recently?

Faith Response: Be on the lookout for Jesus. Follow your heart and you will find him in the most surprising places and companions. Pay attention to the burning of your heart in the presence of love, truth, tenderness, and compassion.

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Anthony Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Maureen Bommer, Sister Susan Buckley, John J. Burgio, Dale Carlos, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Emerson Eidenier, Mary Fazekas, Salvatore Ferro, Vincent Fetto, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Rita Guaftaferro, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Dolores Hooker, Steven Juhasz, John Kaczorowski, 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, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Genevieve Rogalski, Tom Ray, Stephen E. Rubach, Donald Sapienza, Tina Scalia, David Setter, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, George Strubel, Antonietta Suriani, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Chuck Varco, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, Elmer Wingerter, John Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Pope John Paul II, Bishop Edward Head, Mark Faulhaber (brother of Rev. Gregory Faulhaber), Sophia Mazur (mother of Fr. Francis Mazur) , Mary Matecki (mother of Christine Maraschiello);
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

WEDDING BANNS
2nd - Karen De'Aeth and Donald Regensdorfer, Jr.

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2004 -If you need a Financial Statement for 2004 for tax purposes, please put a note in the collection basket, or send a note to the Rectory.

EASTER DUTY - Part of our Lenten regulations requires us to "perform our Easter Duty," that is, to receive Holy Communion at least once a year, between Ash Wednesday and Trinity Sunday, which is on June 11th this year.

POPE JOHN PAUL II
We are all saddened by the death of Pope John Paul II. Join us next Sunday, April 17th at the 8:00 a.m. Mass offered in his memory.
"He was a true pope of the people, our father, our spiritual leader, a man who poured his entire being into the papacy. Pope John Paul II led the Catholic Church through important and challenging times, and despite the many challenges he and the Church faced, he always remained true to his convictions. He was truly a pope of the people, taking more than 100 foreign trips during his papacy. We will remember him as a heroic figure of deep faith as he worked to build the Kingdom of God on earth.
"The pope was at the forefront of the most important issues of the day. We will always remember the major role he played in the fall of communism. He led the pro-life movement with a clear and strong voice, he was an advocate for human rights around the world, calling out abuses and pressing government leaders for change. His comfort and prayerful support for the sick and dying was another hallmark of his papacy, especially for those afflicted with HIV/AIDS. He set a high standard for all who minister. His very public suffering in the final years of his life was wonderful testimony to the sanctity of life. His will and determination showed the world how precious life is.
"As a result, our Church has been strengthened and remains committed to the values that the Holy Father so clearly articulated during the 26 years in which he guided us. The Pope touched so many lives in so many ways. From his special connection to the youth of the world, to his love and respect for women religious, deacons and the laity, to his unbreakable bond with his brother priests, Pope John Paul II was indeed a shining example of what one can do with the gifts we are all given from God. He truly was a light for the world.
"Join me in praying for the repose of the soul of Pope John Paul II. We know that God will welcome him into heaven. May he rest in peace". - Bishop Kmiec comments on the death of Pope John Paul II

ST. VINCENT de PAUL SUMMER CAMP CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
The second collection today will be for the St. Vincent de Paul Summer Camp in Angola, New York. This camp, which is on Lake Erie helps over 600 children every summer, many of them underprivileged. The camp, although well maintained, needs to be updated and needs to conform to the Americans with Disabilities Act standards. Your financial support is needed.

CHRIST THE KING MINISTRY FAIR
After all Masses this weekend, there will be a Ministry Fair held in the Chapel Meeting Room off the Lower Church. CTK offers many opportunities for you to become involved in your parish community. Our Ministry Fair will help you to learn more and to speak with representatives of a wide range of ministries, from liturgical and prayer ministries to parish community and service groups. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome!

BIBLE BUDDIES meets on both Wed., April 13 & Thurs., April 14th from 10:00-10:30 am in the Chapel Meeting Room (please enter thru the single door under the overhang, between the Church and the School). You and your pre-school children ages 2-4 are invited to join us, as we share a story and help them to learn more about God & the bible. They will also make something special to bring home. The two sessions offered are identical, so you may attend either. Please call Adele Kraus at 839-5340 for more details.

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS
The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Tues., April 19th at 7:00 pm in the Church Library. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

FR. PAUL STELLAR PRESENTS CHURCH HISTORY - Before He left them, Jesus assured his followers that he was not simply tossing their future to the four winds. Rather, his community would be guided throughout history by a special wind - a Wind known as the Holy Spirit. On Thursday, April 21, in the Church Library, Fr. Paul Stellar will speak about Church History - how our Church began and some of the peak moments that have made the Catholic Church what it is today. We invite everyone to join the RCIA team and neophytes at 7:15 pm in the Church Library to hear Fr. Stellar's presentation. For more information call the rectory at 839-1430 or Celeste Kersten at 839-2146.

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. The next session will be on Tuesday, April 26th at 7 pm and every other Tuesday through May 24th. The program will be held in the Church Library. For more information, please call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL 2005 - April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Recognize what it is (physical, sexual, emotional abuse or any form of neglect) and some of its risk factors (inability to cope with life's stresses, being unaware that a form of discipline is too harsh or age inappropriate, as well as living below poverty level, social isolation, frequent family crises, substance abuse and lack of parenting skills). Then offer to help a family in crisis or under stress: baby-sit, help with chores/errands, & suggest community resources, such as the nearest Catholic Charities office. As of Tuesday, April 5th, our parishioners donated $205,714 to Catholic Charities. You can still drop your donations off to the Rectory or place them in the weekly collection basket. If you're employed by a firm that "matches gifts" to charitable institutions, secure a form from your personnel office and forward the completed form to the Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously. We are a Community of Hope. Go to www.ccwny.org, to find out more or donate online, or call 856-4494. Be hope for someone in need.

SPRING ROSARY & ALTAR LUNCHEON - Keep this Date Open - Monday, May 23rd. The Rosary & Altar Society will be sponsoring its annual Spring Luncheon at Fanny's Restaurant. Watch the bulletin for more information.

TRAVEL CLUBS - St. Benedict's Seniors: May 13th trip to Hamilton to see a popular Senior Comedian includes lunch - cost is $65; May 16th-20th a trip to Wildwood, NJ; Oct 20-24 a fly/drive trip to Branson. For details on all of these trips, call Val at 838-0291.
St. Greg's Travel Club: May 17th - "Let's Make a Car" - See how a car is built by robots, etc. Tour the plant with a guide in Cambridge, Ontario with lunch at Lily Ruth's and dessert at a surprise location. Proof of citizenship required. June 5-11 -"Savannah, Hilton Head, Jekyll Island" - 7 days, 6 nights only $485. Includes 6 breakfasts and 4 dinners, river cruise, sightseeing tours; Call 634-0002 for more information.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education classes for Mon., April 11th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Grade 9: Classes will be held on Sunday, April 10th. Teachers have contacted students in regard to time and place for class. Today, Mrs. Marie Yee's class will be going to St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen. Mrs. Leslie Porto's class will be going on Sun., April 17th.

We continue to list the names of the candidates who will be making their First Communion. We ask that our parish community pray for these children as they complete the final preparation for this sacrament. The following students are in Mrs. Maureen Fahey and Ms. Kara Fahey's class. They will receive this sacrament on Sunday, April 24th at the 12:15 pm Mass: Jenna Battaglia, Amanda Borowski, Elizabeth Brokob, Kailey Dougherty, Joseph Fahey, Nicholas Gawrys, Jacleen Guido, Kaitlin Jacobbi, McKenzy Jaskier, Thomas Juliano, Ericka Kratz, John Mangubat, Donald March, Peter Mattar, Wyatt Pompert, Austin Rexinger, Rachel Rubach, Jillian Taylor, and Brandon Tyler.

VOCATION VIEW - Do you recognize Christ in your life? Does your heart burn in his presence? How are you being called as an ordained or consecrated person? If God is calling you, call Fr. Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
" Monday, April 11 - Grades K, I & 2 are going to UB Center of the Arts for a Dinosaur presentation; Grade 5 is going to Pizzeria Uno for a tour
" Friday, April 15 - report cards will be distributed

CHRIST THE KING TOURNAMENT - Recently, 375 grammar school athletes competed in the 28th Annual Christ the King Invitational Basketball Tournament. Highlights of the Boy's Division include a first place finish by our Boy's Varsity (8th Grade) team, and second place finishes for both our 6th and 5th Grade Boy's teams. Kevin Schwab and Ben Foster were selected to the All-Tournament team and James Gould was named Tournament MVP. In the Girl's Division, our Varsity Girls (8th grade) team finished in second place, our 7th Grade girls came in third, our 6th Graders finished first, and our 5th Grade ended up in fourth. Amanda Zanghi, Sarah Griebner, Meghan Murphy, Elllen Truty, and Abby Fronckowiak were named to the All-Tournament team. Sports Booster Club President Jim Bankowski and Tournament Chairman Don Clayback thank all volunteers who made this event such a success.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Open Parish Choir: All parishioners who love to sing or have the desire to learn more about liturgical songs are invited to join the Parish Choir. The next rehearsal is on Thurs., April 14th at 7:00 pm in the Church Music Room. No previous experience is necessary. Join in for fellowship and song.
Youth Choir: Our Parish Youth Choir Rehearsals begin at 2:30 pm and welcomes children in Grades 1-6 to join in the fun of singing. Next Rehearsal is Fri., April 15TH.
Diocesan Youth Choir Festival: The 1st Youth Choir Festival will be held Sun., April 24th at 4:00 pm at the beautiful St. Louis Church (corner of Main & Pearl, Buffalo). The last Youth Choir rehearsals for the Festival will be on Thurs., April 14th, from 5:30-6:30 p.m at CTK. There will be one dress rehearsal for all the Youth that are singing in this Choir Festival on Fri., April 22nd at 7:00 pm at St. Louis Church.
Questions? Please call Christina. Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. Rehearsals are held in the Music Room, located at the bottom of the stairs at 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.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Bowling for Hope - Join members of our Teen Youth Group for a Bowl-A-Thon to benefit
Catholic Charities on Sunday, April 17th at Game Zone, Sheridan Drive at 3:00 pm. Games are at the reduced price of $2 per game, and shoes are free. This is a fun way to raise money for Catholic Charities. Pledge Sheets will be available at the Youth Ministry Office.
¢ Habitat for Humanity meeting on April 12th, in the Chapel Meeting Room - Come &
learn about Habitat for Humanities projects in WNY. All are invited, but participants must be 16 years of age or older.
¢ Search for Christian Maturity Retreat - April 22nd-24th at CTK Seminary. Cost is $75
per person Retreat begins at 7 pm Friday and concludes at 4 pm on Sunday. A great opportunity to learn more about your catholic faith.

THE PARABLE PLAYERS is a group of young, Catholic actors (aged 13-19) who perform at local area churches during a few weeks in the summer. They present a 45-minute show, featuring high-energy, humorous skits (based on the parables of Jesus), songs from Godspell, and teen witnesses. The Parable Players gives teens an opportunity to: spend a few weeks of the summer having fun and making friends; develop their talents; fulfill service-project hours; learn more about their faith, Jesus, and the Church! AUDITIONS will be held at the following locations: April 15 - Fourteen Holy Helpers Church Parish Hall/Gym - 1345 Indian Church Rd., West Seneca at Union & Clinton, from 7 to 9 p.m.; April 19 - Canisius High School Auditorium, 1180 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, from 3 to 5 p.m.; April 20 - Mount Mercy Academy Chapel, 2nd floor, 88 Red Jacket Pkwy, Buffalo from 12:30-2:00 p.m.; April 22 - Christ the King School Gym, from 4-6 p.m. For more info, call Father Ted Jost at 674-2374 or e-mail: frjost@juno.com.

AREA EVENTS
" Volunteers for Challenger Baseball - through the Central Amherst Little League for
children with disabilities. Volunteers are needed to assist the players during their Sunday games from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. in May - June. This could satisfy community outreach requirements for Confirmation and High School students. Call Jaqui Berger at 839-1224.
" Mass for those touched by Adoption will be held on Sat., April 23rd at 10:30 am at Our
Lady of Victory Basilica, Ridge Road & South Park - for birth parents, adoptees, adoptive parents, grandparents & other relatives.
" Adoptive Homes needed for Russian Children for "Summer Victories Program" -
children will be placed with host families for 3-4 weeks during the summer. Visit allows family to get to know the child & consider adoption. An informational meeting at 6:30 pm at Baker Victory Services, 780 Ridge Rd, Lackawanna - To register for info call 828-9636.
" A Healing Mass & Novena to St. Padre Pio - April 13th - 7 pm at Holy Name of Jesus
Church, 1947 Bailey Ave., handicapped accessible & secured parking.
" Exercise Programs - Find right one for you - April 13, 6-7 pm., Buffalo Spine & Sports
Institute, 100 College Pkwy (off Youngs near Wehrle). For reservations call 626-0093 ext 122
" The Annulment Process can be filled with questions, doubts, fears, anger & heartache.
If you've been through this process and would like to help others, - become an Annulment Companion, & provide a support system for people who are going through this process. Training includes 3 formal and 2 hands-on experiences on April 27, May 4 & May 11 at 7:30 pm. For info call Barbara Wyse at 633-7786.
" Marriage Encounter Weekend - Plan your get-away weekend by making a reservation
today: June 24-26, Aug 26-28, Oct 14-16 & Dec. 9-11. Call 585-342-2430 to register or go to www.wwme.org or www.wwme-wny.org for information.
" Crossroads is a Catholic group for single adults over the age of 40 (single, divorced,
separated, widowed). This group of single adults sponsors large group activities and also a series of small group activities based on the interests of its members. For more information, call the Crossroads Hot Line at 635-8010.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for relieving my anxiety & letting Jesus help me carry my burdens;
2) Thank you for helping my son pass his test;

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
"Your faith will help you realize that it is Jesus Himself Who is present in the Blessed Sacrament, waiting for you and calling you to spend one special specific hour with Him each week." - Pope John Paul II

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., April 9 - Vigil for 3rd Sunday of Easter
Lower 4:30 p.m. Elizabeth Devin - Mr. & Mrs. Michael Tringali

MON., April 11 - Stanislaus, bishop, martyr
6:55 a.m. Most Rev. Edward Head - Parish of CTK
8:00 ANNIV. Joseph Riso - Sisters
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., April 12 - Easter Weekday, 3rd Week of Easter
6:55 a.m. Nickolina Runfola - The Leising Family
8:00 Deceased Members of the McGillicuddy Family - Cornelius V.
McGillicuddy

WED., April 13 - Martin I, Pope, martyr
6:55 a.m. Kathleen Connelly - Jim Smithling
8:00 Dr. Arthur Schaefer - Mr. & Mrs. Sam Duga
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., April 14 - Easter Weekday, 3rd Week of Easter
6:55 a.m. Jack Terhaar - Larry Walter
8:00 Richard Marlette - Peggy Page
*Mysteries of light will be recited after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., April 15 - Easter Weekday, 3rd Week of Easter
6:55 a.m. William Nailos - Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Dominico, Jr.
8:00 ANNIV. Walter Clark - Patricia Clark

SAT., April 16 -Vigil for 4th Sunday of Easter
Lower 4:30 p.m. Timothy Bogdan - The Rolek-Kojm Family

SUN., April 17 - Fourth Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 a.m. His Holiness Pope John Paul II - Parish Community of CTK
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Henry Saulter - Loretta Dominick
Lower 11:00 Charles F. Collins - daughters, Susan & Kathe
Upper 12:15 p.m. Richard Jendras - wife, Marceline & family

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF April 17, 2005
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR
Fourth Sunday of Easter

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Fourth Sunday of Easter
1st Reading - Acts 2:14a, 36-41
2nd Reading - 1 Peter 2: 20b-25
Gospel - John 10:1-10

NEXT SUNDAY: Fifth Sunday of Easter
1st Reading - Acts 6:1-7
2nd Reading - 1 Peter 2:4-9
Gospel - John 14:1-12

"You had gone astray like sheep, but you have now returned to the shepherd and guardian of your souls." 1 Peter 2

Question of the Week: What "gate" is opening to your at this time, and how might you respond to the invitation?

Faith Response: Take stock of your vocation. Consider your "call" in terms of relationships; roles; activities, opportunities. Who are you called to be, and what are you called to do?

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Anthony Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Maureen Bommer, Sister Susan Buckley, John J. Burgio, Dale Carlos, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Emerson Eidenier, Mary Fazekas, Salvatore Ferro, Vincent Fetto, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Rita Guaftaferro, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Dolores Hooker, Steven Juhasz, John Kaczorowski, 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, Helena Paolini, Bob Paolini, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Concetta Petrie, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Genevieve Rogalski, Tom Ray, Stephen E. Rubach, Donald Sapienza, Tina Scalia, David Setter, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, George Strubel, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Chuck Varco, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, Elmer Wingerter, John Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Joseph Aquilina (father of Thomas Aquilina), Samuel Barreca (husband of Adeline Barreca), Pearl Braniecki (mother of James Braniecki), Angela Ledwon (mother of Rev. Jacob Ledwon), and Bernard Richelt (father of Bob Richelt, Maureen Allen & Carol Wade);
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

WEDDING BANNS
3rd - Karen De'Aeth and Donald Regensdorfer, Jr.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING
Gabrielle Marie Naegely, daughter of Lisa (Falgiano) & Eric Naegely; and Sofia Marie Weissflach, and Robert Carl Weissflach, twin children of Mary (Duffy) & Robert Weissflach,
who were baptized in our parish last Sunday.

FR. PAUL STELLAR PRESENTS CHURCH HISTORY
Before He left them, Jesus assured his followers that he was not simply tossing their future to the four winds. Rather, his community would be guided throughout history by a special wind - a Wind known as the Holy Spirit. On Thursday, April 21, in the Church Library, Fr. Paul Stellar will speak about Church History - how our Church began and some of the peak moments that have made the Catholic Church what it is today. We invite everyone to join the RCIA team and neophytes at 7:15 pm in the Church Library to hear Fr. Stellar's presentation. For more information call the rectory at 839-1430 or Celeste Kersten at 839-2146.

KING'S KIDS CLUB
The next King's Kids Club will meet on Friday, April 22nd, from 7-9 p.m. in the School Gym. All children in grades 5-8 and their parents, are welcome to come and join a fun evening of games and crafts.

CATHOLIC HOME MISSIONS APPEAL
The second collection next weekend will be for the Catholic Home Missions Appeal. This Appeal supports the home missions - right here in the U.S. where the Catholic Church struggles just to keep parishes open and to educate children in the faith. Some dioceses are short of priests, sisters and the money needed to run parishes. This Appeal helps build community within the Church and works for the common good of Catholics in the US. Please give generously to help your fellow Catholics here in America.

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. The next session will be on Tuesday, April 26th at 7 pm and every other Tuesday through May 24th. The program will be held in the Church Library. For more information, please call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

SPRING ROSARY & ALTAR LUNCHEON
Keep this Date Open - Monday, May 23rd. The Rosary & Altar Society will be sponsoring its annual Spring Luncheon at Fanny's Restaurant. Watch the bulletin for more information.

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 Irene Wingerter at 632-0646. The Rosary Chain is ideal for those who don't want their name announced publicly.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education classes for Mon., April 18th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Grade 9: Today, Mrs. Leslie Porto's class will be going to St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen.

Grade 3: We ask that our parish community pray for these children as they complete the final preparation for the sacrament of First Holy Communion. The following students are in Mrs. Terry Ray and Mr. Thomas Corey's class. They will receive this sacrament on Sunday, April 24th at the 12:15 pm Mass:
Elizabeth Anderson, Emily Anderson, Katie Bernard, Andrew Boccio, Christina Boccio, Emily Brechtel, Rockwell Canna, Rosalie Drozda, Cara Krasinski, Julia Krieter, Scott Kulczyk, Grace Lawson, Georgina Legierski, Joseph Philipps, Anthony Regan, Brian Thielman, Alexander Touma, and James Williams. Also from Nardin Academy: Jenna Augenblick, Meghan Joyce and Hannah Juhasz.

First Holy Communion Rehearsals
" Monday, April 18th from 2:30-4:30 pm - Children will be dismissed from the normal school entrance at 4:30.
" Tuesday, April 19th from 3:30-5:00 p.m. in the Lower Church. Please enter the church through the door on the circular driveway on Lamarck dr. Your child will be dismissed from the Church at 5:00 pm.

VOCATION VIEW
On this Good Shepherd Sunday, we celebrate the World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood, deaconate, and religious life, especially for our diocese, that God will raise up good shepherds in our midst. If God is calling you, call Fr. Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
" Thanks to all the school families and parishioners who purchased Sweepstakes tickets and to all those who attended the Blue and Gold Gala. Thanks, too, to all who gave so generously and provided auction items for this event. it was a wonderful event and we appreciate your support!
" Congratulations to our 3rd Grade class that made their First Holy Communion on Sat., April 23rd.

THE PARABLE PLAYERS is a group of young, Catholic actors (aged 13-19) who perform at local area churches during a few weeks in the summer. They present a 45-minute show, featuring high-energy, humorous skits (based on the parables of Jesus), songs from Godspell, and teen witnesses. The Parable Players gives teens an opportunity to: spend a few weeks of the summer having fun and making friends; develop their talents; fulfill service-project hours; learn more about their faith, Jesus, and the Church! AUDITIONS will be held at the following locations: April 19 - Canisius High School Auditorium, 1180 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, from 3 to 5 p.m.; April 20 - Mount Mercy Academy Chapel, 2nd floor, 88 Red Jacket Pkwy, Buffalo from 12:30-2:00 p.m.; April 22 - Christ the King School Gym, from 4-6 p.m. For more info, call Father Ted Jost at 674-2374 or e-mail: frjost@juno.com.

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).
¢ Bowling for Hope - Join members of our Teen Youth Group for a Bowl-A-Thon to benefit
Catholic Charities on Sunday, April 17th at Game Zone, Sheridan Drive at 3:00 pm. Games are at the reduced price of $2 per game, and shoes are free. This is a fun way to raise money for Catholic Charities. Pledge Sheets will be available at the Youth Ministry Office.
¢ Search for Christian Maturity Retreat - April 22nd-24th at CTK Seminary. Cost is $75
per person Retreat begins at 7 pm Friday and concludes at 4 pm on Sunday. A great opportunity to learn more about your catholic faith.
¢ Youth Group Meeting on Sunday, May 1st at 10:30 a.m. in the Church Library. All are
invited to participate.

CTK MEN'S WEDNESDAY GOLF LEAGUE
There are openings for regular players and substitutes in the Wednesday 9-hole Men's Golf League. Please call Vince Leising at 633-6280 for information.

CTK MEN'S THURSDAY GOLF LEAGUE
Ah, spring is almost upon us - flowers, gorgeous sunsets, and best of all - GOLF! If anyone is interested in playing in CTK's Thursday afternoon Men's League, please contact Mike McLaughlin at 839-4201 or Dick Shanley at 832-3905. It is 9 holes played at Audubon Golf Course and usually begins about 4:30 pm

ATTN LADY GOLFERS
Ben's Belles golf every Thursday at 9:00 a.m. from May thru August at Oakwood Golf Course. If interested, join us at Sean Patrick's Restaurant at 12:00 Noon on April 21st for at pre-season Dutch-treat lunch. Call Marge at 832-3748 for lunch reservations and/or information.

DIOCESAN HOLY NAME ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT will be held on Thursday, May 19th at the Byrncliff Golf Resort at 10:00 a.m. Cost is $50 per person, which includes 18 holes of golf, lunch at the turn, and dinner. If you would like to attend the dinner only, the cost is $25. Please call either Fran at 835-2313 or the Holy Name Office at 847-2201 and reserve your Four Some or Two Some or Singles.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES
During National Volunteer Week, we salute all of our volunteers, including those who read to children, teach sewing and cooking classes, work in our pantries, sort clothing, and help with our annual appeal. We could not serve as many people as we do without you. If you would like more information about how you can volunteer, call your local office or Catholic Charities' Parish Outreach Office at 856-4494 or go to www.ccwny.org.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Open Parish Choir: All parishioners who love to sing or have the desire to learn more about liturgical songs are invited to join the Parish Choir. The next rehearsal is on Thurs., April 21ST at 7:00 pm in the Church Music Room. No previous experience is necessary. Join in for fellowship and song.
Youth Choir: Our Parish Youth Choir Rehearsals begin at 2:30 pm and welcomes children in Grades 1-6 to join in the fun of singing. Next Rehearsal is Fri., April 22nd.
Diocesan Youth Choir Festival: The 1st Youth Choir Festival will be held next Sunday April 24th at 4:00 pm at the beautiful St. Louis Church (corner of Main & Pearl, Buffalo). There will be one dress rehearsal for all the Youth that are singing in this Choir Festival on Fri., April 22nd at 7:00 pm at St. Louis Church.
Questions? Please call Christina. Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. Rehearsals are held in the Music Room, located at the bottom of the stairs at 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.

BISHOP HEAD'S FUNERAL MASS AVAILABLE ON VIDEO
Daybreak TV Productions of the Diocese of Buffalo has produced a special video tribute to the late Bishop Edward D. Head. The video includes Bishop Head's Mass of Christian Burial, footage from his wake, the diocesan Mass celebrated by Bishop Edward U. Kmiec and interviews with Archbishop Henry J. Mansell, former bishop of Buffalo, Bishop Robert J. Cunningham, bishop of Ogdensburg and former vicar general of the Diocese of Buffalo, and Bishop Donald W. Trautman, bishop of Erie, another former diocesan vicar general. The video runs more than 2 ½ hours and is available for the cost of $14.95 (which includes tax, shipping and handling). To place an order, please call 847-8719 or send a check made out to Daybreak TV Productions to: Catholic Center, 795 Main St., Buffalo NY 14203. All 3-4 weeks for delivery.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for my favorite Uncle's good check up and good news;
2) Thank you for helping me make a good school decision;

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
On February 24, 1980, Pope John Paul II issued the encyclical letter Dominicae Cenae (On the Mystery and Worship of the Eucharist). In that document he says of Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration: "May our adoration never cease." This is precisely what Perpetual Adoration is: adoration that never ceases.

MASS FOR THOSE TOUCHED BY ADOPTION will be held on Sat., April 23rd at 10:30 am at Our Lady of Victory Basilica, Ridge Road & South Park - for birth parents, adoptees, adoptive parents, grandparents & other relatives.

REACHING OUT - During our liturgy, you extended your hand and said "Peace be with you." After the liturgy, you stretched out your hand to the St. Vincent de Paul Poor Boxes and by this action again your said "Peace be with you."

THE TEACHING AND RESTORING YOUTH (TRY PROGRAM) will hold its 6th Annual Spaghetti Dinner at Sacred Heart Academy, Main St., on Friday, April 29th from 4:30-7:30 pm. The event is sponsored by Chef's Restaurant. TRY is a non-for-profit organization that houses and rehabilitate young homeless adolescent girls between ages of 16 and 25 who have suffered abuse, violence and victimization. Take out is available. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Adults - $8, seniors-$6, and children-$5.

AREA EVENTS
" Hip Hop for Adults on April 25th, 4:30 p.m. at Kenmore Mercy Hospital; and Stress,
Humor & Massage on April 27th at 7 pm at Appletree Business Park. To register call 447-6205.
" The Annulment Process can be filled with questions, doubts, fears, anger & heartache.
If you've been through this process and would like to help others, - become an Annulment Companion, & provide a support system for people who are going through this process. Training includes 3 formal and 2 hands-on experiences on April 27, May 4 & May 11 at 7:30 pm. For info call Barbara Wyse at 633-7786.
" Marriage Encounter Weekend - Plan your get-away weekend by making a reservation
today: June 24-26, Aug 26-28, Oct 14-16 & Dec. 9-11. Call 585-342-2430 to register or go to www.wwme.org or www.wwme-wny.org for information.
" Volunteers for Challenger Baseball - through the Central Amherst Little League for
children with disabilities. Volunteers are needed to assist the players during their Sunday games from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. in May - June. This could satisfy community outreach requirements for Confirmation and High School students. Call Jaqui Berger at 839-1224.
" Crossroads is a Catholic group for single adults over the age of 40 (single, divorced,
separated, widowed). This group of single adults sponsors large group activities and also a series of small group activities based on the interests of its members. For more information, call the Crossroads Hot Line at 635-8010.
" Adoptive Homes needed for Russian Children for "Summer Victories Program" -
children will be placed with host families for 3-4 weeks during the summer. Visit allows family to get to know the child & consider adoption. An informational meeting at 6:30 pm at Baker Victory Services, 780 Ridge Rd, Lackawanna - To register for info call 828-9636.

REUNIONS
" Bishop Fallon & Holy Angels Alumni Reunion on Sat., June 11 at D'Youville College Dining hall. Cost is $20 presale, $25 at the door. Includes dinner & open bar. For details go to www.buffomi.org or call Rich at 836-6271
" Holy Angels Grammar School Reunion on Sat., May 14 in honor of Fr. Robert Schwenker, OMI. Mass at 6:30 followed by a reception at the parish center. Call 885-3767 for details.

TRAVEL CLUBS - St. Benedict's Seniors: May 13th trip to Hamilton to see a popular Senior Comedian includes lunch - cost is $65; May 16th-20th - a few seats are left for a trip to Wildwood, NJ, daily entertainment, sight-seeing, a day in Atlantic City with show & dinner, Total of 8 meals, luxury bus only $260; Oct 20-24 a fly/drive trip to Branson. For details on all of these trips, call Val at 838-0291.
St. Greg's Travel Club: May 17th - "Let's Make a Car" - See how a car is built by robots, etc. Tour the plant with a guide in Cambridge, Ontario with lunch at Lily Ruth's and dessert at a surprise location. Proof of citizenship required. June 5-11 -"Savannah, Hilton Head, Jekyll Island" - 7 days, 6 nights only $485. Includes 6 breakfasts and 4 dinners, river cruise, sightseeing tours; Call 634-0002 for more information.

SACRAMENT OF FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
Next weekend the Sacrament of First Holy Communion will be celebrated for our 3rd Grade students at Christ the King School and Religious Education. First Communion will take place during the
¢ 4:30 p.m. Mass on Saturday, April 23rd and the
¢ 12:15 Mass on Sunday, April 24th (Lower Church)
At both of these masses, pews will be reserved for the First Communicants and their families. Seating will be limited.

DIOCESAN YOUTH CHOIR FESTIVAL
Next Sunday, April 24th the Diocesan Youth Choir Festival will be held at 4:00 p.m. in the beautiful St. Louis Church (corner of Main & Pearl, Buffalo). There is no admission fee and the public is invited to attend. Participating for our Christ the King will be our Parish Teen Ensemble and our Parish Youth Choir. Our Music Director, Christina Shrewsbury has been part of the Planning Committee for this special musical event involving area youth.

LUCKY SWEEPSTAKES WINNERS!
Last weekend at the Blue and Gold Gala, the winners of the Parish Sweepstakes were drawn. The winners are: 1st Place Prize of $2,500 - The Antoniadis Family; 2nd Place Prize of $1,000 - Kathy Murray; 3rd Place Prizes of $750 each: Terry Royster and the Hopkins Family; 4th Place Prizes of $500 each: Beverly Matiz and the Brennan Family; and 5th Place Prizes of $250 each: Mary Jean Taylor, Kay Studer, the Wydysh Family, Ted Barczak, Mr. & Mrs. Brian Murray, and Mike Jones. Thank you to all you participated in the Sweepstakes sale, and to all you attended the Gala. It was a wonderful evening of great food and great fun.

LOST & FOUND
A black chiffon scarf was found after the Blue & Gold Gala. Please check the Lost & Found in the Usher's Room for other items, including glasses, books, and jackets. Thank you.

WESTERN NEW YORK CATHOLIC
There is a special edition of the WNY Catholic available in the back of Church. It is a 16-page full color tribute to Pope John Paul II. The paper looks at the life and death of the Holy Father and his impact on the Catholic Church and the world. In the May issue of the WNY Catholic, there will be a special pullout section that will feature a special tribute to Bishop Edward D. Head.

A THOUGHT FOR TODAY: This is the beginning of a new day. God has given me this day to use as I will. I can waste it or use it for good. What I do today is important because I'm exchanging a day of my life for it. When tomorrow comes, this day will be gone forever, leaving in its place something I have traded for it. I want it to be gain, not loss; good, not evil; success, not failure; in order that I shall not regret the price I paid for it.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., April 16 -Vigil for 4th Sunday of Easter
Lower 4:30 p.m. Timothy Bogdan - The Rolek-Kojm Family

MON., April 18 - Easter Weekday, 4th Week of Easter
6:55 a.m. Florence Uebbing - Estate
8:00 Rita Uffner - Mr. Allen and William Gallager
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., April 19 - Easter Weekday, 4th Week of Easter
6:55 a.m. Intentions of All Souls - Parish Intentions
8:00 Anne Marie Dunn - Herb & Ann Glose

WED., April 20 - Easter Weekday, 4th Week of Easter
6:55 a.m. Richard Marlette - Rich & Bernadette Lebert
8:00 ANNIV. James Curry - wife, Eileen
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., April 21 - Anselm, bishop, doctor
6:55 a.m. Dr. Jame Schmitt - Dr. & Mrs. John Bartels
8:00 Roger Cleary - Pat Lowrey Flynn
*Mysteries of light will be recited after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., April 22 - Easter Weekday, 4th Week of Easter
6:55 a.m. Leo Barron - Betty & Mike Flynn
8:00 Vera Szymoniak - Kelly Rehak

SAT., April 23 - George, martyr; Adalbert, bishop, martyr
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Karen De'aeth and Donald Regensdorfer
Lower 4:30 p.m. Lillian Rudolph Mambretti - Pat & Marcia Donlon (1st Communion Mass - Seating Limited)

SUN., April 24 - Sixth Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 a.m. Mary Ann Villa - Tom & Renée Villa
Lower 9:30 Leo & Agnes Lubinski - Rosemary & Maggie
Lower 11:00 Geraldine Drozda - The Coppola Family
*Lower 12:15 p.m. Bernice Shuler - husband, William (1st Communion Mass - Seating Limited)

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF April 24, 2005
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR
SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS

Fifth Sunday of Easter
TODAY: Fifth Sunday of Easter
1st Reading - Acts 6:1-7
2nd Reading - 1 Peter 2:4-9
Gospel - John 14:1-12

NEXT SUNDAY: Sixth Sunday of Easter
1st Reading - Acts 8:5-8, 14-17
2nd Reading - 1 Peter 3:15-18
Gospel - John 14:15-21

"The word of God continued to spread, and the number of disciples increased greatly." - Acts 6

Question of the Week: How do you bring hope to those in trouble?

Faith Response: Make a list of the five most troubling elements of our times. How does your faith invite you to respond to each one? Consider concrete steps you can take to address on of these troubles now.

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Anthony Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Maureen Bommer, Sister Susan Buckley, , Dale Carlos, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Emerson Eidenier, Mary Fazekas, Vincent Fetto, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Rita Guaftaferro, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Dolores Hooker, Steven Juhasz, John Kaczorowski, Franz Kiefer, 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, Helena Paolini, Bob Paolini, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Concetta Petrie, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Genevieve Rogalski, Tom Ray, Stephen E. Rubach, Tina Scalia, David Setter, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, George Strubel, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, Elmer Wingerter, John Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Salvatore (Sam) Ferro (husband of Corky), Thomas McCarthy (brother of Rev. Msgr. Leo McCarthy & Sister Ellen McCarthy, SSJ), and Sister Mary Theonilia Tokarczyk (aunt of Rev. Msgr. Matthew Kopacz);
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING
Joseph Martin Lojacono, son of Sarah (Martin) & Ronald Lojacono; Joshua Carl Lemke, son of Michelle (Cady) & David Lemke; and Frederick John Sowa, son of Marta (Verhoff) & Mark Sowa; who were baptized in our parish last Sunday.

CATHOLIC HOME MISSIONS APPEAL
The second collection today will be for the Catholic Home Missions Appeal. This Appeal supports the home missions - right here in the U.S. where the Catholic Church struggles just to keep parishes open and to educate children in the faith. Some dioceses are short of priests, sisters and the money needed to run parishes. This Appeal helps build community within the Church and works for the common good of Catholics in the US. Please give generously to help your fellow Catholics here in the United States.

MEDJUGORIE PRAYER GROUP
The next meeting of the Medjugorie Prayer Group will be on Tuesday, April 26th at 9:30 a.m. at 2402 Kensington Ave. All are welcome to attend. Questions? Call 839-9641.

BIBLE BUDDIES
You and your pre-school children ages 2-4 are invited to join us on either Wed., May 4th or Thurs., May 5th 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 special to bring home. The two sessions offered are identical, so you may attend either. Please contact Adele Kraus at 839-5340 for more details.

SPRING ROSARY & ALTAR LUNCHEON
All women of the parish and their friends are invited to the Annual Spring Luncheon. It will take place at Fanny's Restaurant on ***TUESDAY, MAY 24th ***at noon. Reservations may be made by sending a check for $18 made out to Christ the King Church to Nancy Eberhad - 170 Ridgewood Drive - Amherst, NY 14226. Please state your choice of Beef Stroganoff or Chicken Waldorf when making your reservation. Reservations are due by Friday, May 20th.

THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY wishes to sincerely thank everyone who contributed so generously to its recent Summer Camp & Renovation Drive. The drive raised nearly $5,000. We also wish to thank all those who donate to the poor boxes at the church entrances and the food collection basket in the vestibule of the Upper Church. The generosity of people at CTK continues to amaze us. Rest assured that every penny is used to help the needy. The society has no overhead, so 100% of all donations are used for charitable purposes.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education classes for Mon., April 25th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
This will be the last class for Religious Education until September. The children will bring home their textbook, folder, and report card. If your child is absent on April 25th, please contact the office to pick up these items.

Grade 9: Mr. & Mrs. Gallson's class will meet on Sunday, May 1st. They have contacted their students in regard to time and place for this class.

First Holy Communion: This weekend, 66 of our children received their First Holy Communion at the 4:30 and 12:15 p.m. masses. We congratulate our communicants and their families. Special thanks to their teachers who work so diligently to prepare these children for this sacrament. They are: Mrs. Maureen Butwin, Mrs. Maureen Fahey, Miss Kara Fahey, Mrs. Terry Ray and Mr. Thomas Corey.

VOCATION VIEW - "Who has faith in me will do the works I do, and far greater than these." Are you willing to do the work of the Lord as a priest, sister or brother? If God is calling you, call Fr. Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
" Tues., April 26th - ProjecTruth - Grade 8
Diocesan Superintendent, Diane Vigrass visits
" Wed., April 27th - Secretary's Day - Thank you Mrs. Voglmayr
" Thurs. April 28th - ProjecTruth - Grade 8
" Fri., April 29th - Talent Show at 7 pm in Gym

CTK IS DONATING 100 HOURS OF SERVICE TO HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - 45 parishioners learned more about Habitat for Humanity of Buffalo at their recent presentation. Parishioners, ages 16 and older are now forming groups to volunteer at least one 4-hour shift this Spring or Summer. Job sites (3 homes on Johnson St. near St. Anne's in Buffalo) are supervised on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, & Saturday from 9am - 3pm. One is the "Woman build" home, which has broken ground and will be ready for interior work by May 16th. Call Virginia at Habitat to schedule your (or your group's) hours at 832-2534; or allow the Social Justice Ministry to help link you with a group of parishioners by calling Ceil at 835-7826 or Allison at 839-5225. Let us know the hours you put in so that we can eventually present our 100 hours to Monsignor!

DIOCESAN YOUTH CHOIR FESTIVAL
Today, Sunday, April 24th at 4:00 p.m., the Diocesan Youth Choir Festival will be held at 4:00 p.m. in the beautiful St. Louis Church (corner of Main & Pearl, Buffalo). There is no admission fee and the public is invited to attend. Participating for Christ the King will be our Parish Teen Ensemble and our Parish Youth Choir

POSTCARD SIGNING DAY!
Next week our parish will join Catholics across the country in sending a message to the US Senate: Please do not make support of the US Supreme Court's abortion decisions a litmus test for judicial nominees. You will have the opportunity of signing postcards to Senator Hillary Clinton and Senator Charles Schumer. Please plan to participate in this important event.

GOLF LEAGUES
¢ CTK Men's Wednesday Golf League - There are openings for regular players and substitutes in the Wednesday 9-hole Men's Golf League. Please call Vince Leising at 633-6280 for information.
¢ CTK Men's Thursday Golf League - If anyone is interested in playing in CTK's Thursday afternoon Men's League, please contact Mike McLaughlin at 839-4201 or Dick Shanley at 832-3905. It is 9 holes played at Audubon Golf Course and usually begins about 4:30 pm
¢ Attn. Lady Golfers - Ben's Belles golf every Thursday at 9:00 a.m. from May thru August at Oakwood Golf Course. If interested, join us at Sean Patrick's Restaurant at 12:00 Noon on April 21st for at pre-season Dutch-treat lunch. Call Marge at 832-3748 for lunch reservations and/or information.
¢ Diocesan Holy Name Annual Golf Tournament will be held on Thursday, May 19th at the Byrncliff Golf Resort at 10:00 a.m. Cost is $50 per person, which includes 18 holes of golf, lunch at the turn, and dinner. If you would like to attend the dinner only, the cost is $25. Please call either Fran at 835-2313 or the Holy Name Office at 847-2201 and reserve your Four Some or Two Some or Singles.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Open Parish Choir: All parishioners who love to sing or have the desire to learn more about liturgical songs are invited to join the Parish Choir. The next rehearsal is on Thurs., April 28th at 7:00 pm in the Church Music Room. No previous experience is necessary. Join in for fellowship and song.
Youth Choir: Our Parish Youth Choir Rehearsals begin at 2:30 pm and welcomes children in Grades 1-6 to join in the fun of singing. Next Rehearsal is Fri., April 29th.
Questions? Please call Christina. Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. Rehearsals are held in the Music Room, located at the bottom of the stairs at 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.

ROSARY FOR LIFE
Please join the Christ the King Respect Life Committee at the Diocesan Rosary for Life on April 30th at St. Rose of Lima Church (Parkside & Parker Aves, Buffalo). Mass is celebrated at 8 am followed by a Rosary procession to a nearby abortion clinic. It is a quiet, peaceful demonstration of our love for the Mother's and babies. Join us at this important event.

BISHOP HEAD'S FUNERAL MASS IS AVAILABLE ON VIDEO from Daybreak TV Productions of the Diocese of Buffalo. The video runs more than 2 ½ hours and is available for the cost of $14.95 (which includes tax, shipping and handling). To place an order, please call 847-8719 or send a check made out to Daybreak TV Productions to: Catholic Center, 795 Main St., Buffalo NY 14203. 3-4 weeks for delivery. - It would make a good Mother's Day or Father's Day gift.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for a successful community service project with my Religion Class;
2) Thank you for my husband's new job and the temporary work, which tied us over;

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
"If you really wish to follow Christ, if you want your love for Him to grow and last, then you must be faithful to prayer. It is the key to the vitality of your life in Christ. Without prayer, your faith and love will die." - Pope John Paul II

AREA EVENTS
" Become an Annulment Companion - If you've been through this process and would like
to help others, - become an Annulment Companion, & provide a support system for people who are going through this process. Training includes 3 formal and 2 hands-on experiences on April 27, May 4 & May 11 at 7:30 pm. For info call Barbara Wyse at 633-7786.
" Benefit for Family of Emily Belanger-Garrant on Sat., April 30th at St. Benedict's
School from 5:30-9:30. Entrance fee of $10 includes a door prize chance, music, light food & dessert. Beer, wine & pop will be for sale. You can also make a donation & buy tickets at www.inmemoryofemily.com . Benefit is for the family of Emily Garrant, who died this spring from cancer. Emily, who was 27, was survived by her husband Scott who is in his 2nd year of dental school (no income) and 2 children, ages 2 ½ & 10 weeks.
" Marriage Encounter Weekend - Plan your get-away weekend by making a reservation
today: June 24-26, Aug 26-28, Oct 14-16 & Dec. 9-11. Call 585-342-2430 to register or go to www.wwme.org or www.wwme-wny.org for information.
" Teaching & Restoring Youth (TRY Program) - 6th Annual Spaghetti Dinner, sponsored
by Chef's Restaurant at Sacred Heart Academy, Main St., on Fri, April 29th from 4:30-7:30 pm. Adults - $8, seniors-$6, and children-$5. TRY is a non-for-profit organization that houses & rehabilitates homeless girls between ages of 16 & 25 who have suffered abuse, violence and victimization.
" Volunteers for Challenger Baseball - through the Central Amherst Little League for
children with disabilities. Volunteers are needed to assist the players during their Sunday games from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. in May - June. This could satisfy community outreach requirements for Confirmation and High School students. Call Jaqui Berger at 839-1224.
" Adoptive Homes needed for Russian Children for "Summer Victories Program" -
children will be placed with host families for 3-4 weeks during the summer. Visit allows family to get to know the child & consider adoption. An informational meeting at 6:30 pm at Baker Victory Services, 780 Ridge Rd, Lackawanna - To register for info call 828-9636.

GOOD-BYE RECEPTION FOR SISTER MARY ELLEN TUCKER
Please join us next Sunday, May 1st, following the 12:15 Mass, as we thank Sister Mary Ellen for her years of dedicated service to our school. A reception will be held in Mooney Hall (School Gym) and all parishioners are invited to attend. Sister Mary Ellen has been at our school for 21 years, and we have had the privilege to have her serve as our principal for the past 19 years. She has earned the respect and admiration of the students, parents and all who have gotten to know her. Please stop in to wish her well.

POPE BENEDICT XVI
Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger was elected on Tuesday, April 19th as the 265th Pope. Our new Holy Father, His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI, is the first German Pope in 1,000 years.
"Dear brothers and sisters, after the great Pope John Paul II, the cardinals have elected me - a simple, humble worker in the vineyard of the Lord," he said. "I entrust myself to your prayers," the pope said.
"The fact that the Lord can work and act even with insufficient means consoles me, and above all I entrust myself to your prayers," the new pope said in his first public address. "I entrust myself to your prayers."
Bishop Edward Kmiec said "I ask the clergy, religious and laity of the diocese to join me in prayer for our new Holy Father, that he will be an example of goodness to all people and will fill our hearts and minds with truth of the Gospel and God's love for us all."

MOTHER'S DAY ROSE SALE
Give a gift of beauty to someone this Mother's Day. On May 7th-8th, after all Masses, roses will be available for $2 each, $10 per ½ dozen, or $20 per dozen. Pre-orders for half or full dozens are specially packaged for a lovely presentation. Please call Wendy at 837-0088 by Wednesday, May 4th to place pre-orders. Proceeds will benefit the Respect Life Committee.

MOTHER'S DAY NOVENA
The Mother's Day Novena is a wonderful way to remember our Mothers - living and deceased. A 9-day Novena of Masses begins on Mother's Day, May 8th, and is completed on Monday, May 16th. Mother's Day Intention Cards and Intention envelopes can be found in the back of the church. Please return the envelopes to the Rectory, or in the collection basket before Mother's Day.

God is like …
HALLMARK CARDS
He cares enough to send His very best.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., April 23 - George, martyr; Adalbert, bishop, martyr
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Karen De'aeth and Donald Regensdorfer
Lower 4:30 p.m. Suzanne Feltes - Estate

SUN., April 24 - Fifth Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 a.m. Mary Ann Villa - Tom & Renée Villa
Lower 9:30 Leo & Agnes Lubinski - Rosemary & Maggie
Lower 11:00 Geraldine Drozda - The Coppola Family
*Lower 12:15 p.m. In Jubilation for the Election of Pope Benedict XVI

MON., April 25 - Mark, evangelist
6:55 a.m. Josephine LoVullo - Dr. & Mrs. John Bartels
8:00 ANNIV. Helen Anderson - The Butka Family
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., April 26 - Easter Weekday, 5th Week of Easter
6:55 a.m. Vera Szymoniak - Bob & Kathy Morber
8:00 Dr. Arthur Schaefer - Mark, Nancy & Christine Conley

WED., April 27 - Easter Weekday, 5th Week of Easter
6:55 a.m. Alfonso Cumella - Robert L. Bull Jr. M.D.
8:00 ANNIV. Angela McDermott - Family
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., April 28 - Peter Chanel, priest, martyr; Louis Mary de Montfort, priest
6:55 a.m. Roger Cleary - Joe & Barb Zenger
8:00 The McDonald Family - daughter, Patricia
*Mysteries of light will be recited after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., April 29 - Catherine of Siena, virgin, doctor
6:55 a.m. William Nailos - Joan Wetzel
8:00 James Curry - Phyllis Curry

SAT., April 30 - Pius V, pope religious
Lower 4:30 p.m. Arthur & Ruth Deyell - The Deyell Children

SUN., May 1 - Sixth Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 a.m. Ben Mankowski - Anthony & Peter
Lower 9:30 Linda Pschierer - The Gould Family
Lower 11:00 For the Intentions of the 42nd Engineer Brigade - Ellen Woodworth
*Lower 12:15 p.m. Albert Zimmerman - Family