April 6

Bulletins for April 13, 20, 27


CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF April 6, 2008 - Third Sunday of Easter Sunday

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 10:1010

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Dominic Agnello, Esther Alessandra, Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Sonja Bailey, Kay Barone, Charlie Basil, Judy Battaglia, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Jennifer Buchheit, Frank Butler, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Robert Caprio, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Ronald Donnelly, Mary Drew, Lola Dudzic, Mary Fazekas, Sister Dorothy Feltz, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Eleanor Gottstein, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, George Herzog, Kristine Ann Jeffery, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Mary Jane Kersten, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, Jenna Kessel, Kim Kuhn, Meg Kujawa, Richard LaMendola, Jenny Lee, Barbara Liebler, John Lintner, Lily LoTempio, Anne Lundy, Marion Lyons, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Tim McCarthy, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, JoAnn Mikulec, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Madison Okiec, Emily Olkowski, Peggy Page, Shelly Palmisano, Josephine Paolucci, Irene Papiz, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Joseph Pohrte, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Ken Reisner, Judy Rexinger, Joe Saeli Sr., Philip Sammaco, Tina Scalia, Marie Schmidt, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Connie Smith, Benjamin Smith, Dick Snyder, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Tom Swiatek, Elizabeth Thomas, Lois Todaro, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Rick Vivaqua, Carol Wagner, Jason Walczak, Kevin Weidner, Christine Weir, Paul Whelan, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind and Lucy Zinzola;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Melvin Olkowski (son of Emily Olkowski);
…victims of natural disasters;
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the conflicts in the Middle East;
…peace on earth.

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

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

PRAYER FOR OUR TROOPS: Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. And bless us with peace. We ask this in the name of Jesus, Our Lord and Savior. Amen.

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH
Weekly Offering:
Week Ending
" April 1, 2007 - Regular Collection - $14,947
" March 30, 2008 - Regular Collection - $12,537
Thank you for your Support!!

FATHER JOE KLOS thanks everyone for their prayers this past month. His angiogram was successful.

MOTHER'S DAY CHILDREN'S CHOIR - Any child, in grades 3-8, not currently in the Children's Choir, is invited to become part of the choir for the 9:30 a.m. Mass on Mother's Day - May 11th. If you are interested, please call Adria Ryan, the Music Minister, at 839-1430, ext. 212, within the next week.

NEXT SUNDAY, THE HOLY NAME SOCIETY their friends and family will attend the 8:00 a.m. Mass and sit together as a group. After mass, coffee, donuts and bagels will be served in the Church Library. All parishioners are invited to this breakfast.

THE NEXT PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS will be held on Tuesday, April 15th, at 7:00 pm in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

JOIN US FOR A SPRING TIME WALK FOR A GREAT CAUSE… The CTK School Community Outreach Club is hosting a Spring-time Walk-a-thon on Wednesday, April 23rd from 2:30 to 3:30 pm. Walkers should meet at the school's gym/parking lot. Pledges will benefit the Joanne Fleischauer Memorial Scholarship Fund. Mrs. Fleischauer was a beloved classroom aide who lost her battle with cancer last summer. She was a dear friend to the CTK students and families. We hope you'll join us!

FINANCIAL STATEMENT - If you need a Financial Statement for 2007 for tax purposes, please put the following in the Collection Basket:
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Please Send Tax Financial Statement to:

Name: ____________________________________________________________________________

Street Address: ____________________________________________________________________

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
There are no Religious Education classes on Monday, April 7th and April 14th. Classes will resume on Monday, April 21st.
Grade 9 - Some classes will meet today, Sunday, April 6th. Teachers have contacted students in regard to time and place for class.

First Communion - For the next several weeks, we will list the names of the students who will be making First Holy Communion. We ask that our parish family pray for these children as they continue to prepare for this sacrament. They will receive this sacrament on Sunday, April 27th and Sunday, May 4th at the 12:15 pm Mass. The following students are in Mrs. Maureen Butwin's class. They are: Laura Battaglia, Natalie Bucholtz, Alyssa Bush, Joshua Cheston, Cameron Ciesielski, Gabrielle Cleary, Stephanie Forbes, Emily Gerstenzang, Thomas Gioia, Michael Greco, Megan Grundtisch, Benjamin Jarmusz, Sara Johnson, Julianna Kersten, Alexander Kracker, Clare Lyons, Elena Marotto, Hannah Mikulec, Michael O'Neill, Marissa Polino, Emma Rose Pyrak, Lauren Reinhardt, Haley Runckel, Lauren E. Schepperly, J. Bowman Stroud, Joseph Tomczak, Catherine Uba, and Joshua Whipplel

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
** We have an opening for Pre-K 3 year old for the 2008-2009 school year. If you are interested, please contact the School Office, 839-0473 ext 301
Ü Friday, April 11th - Report Cards will be distributed- 3rd quarter
Ü Monday- Friday, April 14th - 18th - No School - Spring Break

THANK YOU, MRS. VOGLMAYR
We want to take a moment and thank Mrs. Voglmayr, our school secretary, for her devotion to all the students, parents and faculty who have passed through the door of Christ The King for the past 11 years. The love and compassion that she is blessed with will be missed as she leaves us this Friday.
Goodbyes are not forever.,.
Goodbyes are not the end.
They simply mean I'll miss you
until we meet again!

CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES: The following students participated in a six-hour babysitting training course Saturday and have received their Certification from The American Red Cross. Congratulations to: Chloe Miller, Victoria Augello, Kelsey Clayback, Jackie Wydysh, Natalie Ryan, Karina Randles, Audrey Seaner, Georgina Legierski, Emily Smith, Michael Uba, Katy Dennee, Margaret Gramza, Caitlin Grundtisch, Emilee Foster, Hanna Stroud and Taylor Wadsworth.

CAN'T KNIT? THERE ARE OTHER OPTIONS … CTK Parish is very proud to have an active group of women & men, who knit / crochet prayer shawls for those who need to know of God's comforting and healing presence. If you can't knit a prayer shawl, would you be able to provide others with the needed yarn? 3 full skeins of yarn in the same color is needed to create a prayer shawl. The yarn may be dropped off at the Rectory. If you can knit and you'd like to come, the weekly group meets every Wednesday evening, in the Church Library from 7-9 pm. Questions? Call the Rectory at 839-1430. This ministry makes giving feel so good.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Youth Group Meeting - Sunday, April 6th - 10:30-11:30 .m. in the Church Library. All are invited.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
"I will give them a heart to know me, that I am the Lord. They will be my people and I will be their God." - Jeremiah 24:7
There is always a need for Adorers. We are looking for people to sign-up to Adore at: Noon on Friday; 1:00 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday; and 4:00 pm on Monday and Saturday. If you can fill one of these time periods, please call Linda at 839-1889 or Martha at 839-2268. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you and God bless you!

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

ESCAPE SCHOOL NATIONALLY ACCLAIMED
CHILD ABDUCTION PREVENTION PROGRAM
The CTK Parents Guild is proud to offer this FREE Safety Program for the second year in a row. This Program Teaches Children:
- To be smart, not scared
- How all the rules change in an abduction attempt
- Easy skills to avoid and escape abduction
- How to differentiate between "good" or "bad" strangers
-The common lure abductors use and why they are successful
- How to get away, right away
- How to escape from a car
- How to find help when you need it
Escape School has been featured on the Oprah Winfrey Show, Good Morning America and The View, along with many others. It will be on April 22nd, from 6:30 - 7:30 pm in the CTK School Gym. To register contact Nancy Burns at 834-0799 or Nlkburns@roadrunner.com

GETTING INTO THE BIBLE - Ever wish you knew more about the Bible? Fr. Paul Nogaro will present a Catholic approach to the Bible and how to incorporate Scripture into your prayer life on Thursday, April 3, at 7:30 pm during the next session of Come and See at St. Benedict's, Main & Eggert). Discussion topics after the presentation include: bereavement, divorce and separation, annulments, life issues, problems with the Church, coping with cancer. No cost. No reservations required. For information call 834-1041.

ST. BENEDICT'S ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY invites you to their annual Spring Luncheon and Theme Basket Auction on Thursday, April 24 at Classics V on Niagara Falls Blvd. Tickets are $20. For tickets call: Joan at 834-1026 or Jean at 632-7581 by April 17.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES
Loneliness. Comfort It. … Hunger. Nourish It. … Neglect. Eliminate it. … Domestic Violence. End It. Catholic Charities is a Human Service Organization.
As of Tuesday, April 1st, our parish has collected $216,467 from 770 of our 2,200 families. This week, pledge cards have been sent out again to those who have not yet given. You are asked to look into your heart and give a donation - no donation is too small as long as you give as much as you are able.
Your support of this year's Appeal is vital. Please consider increasing your donation this year, by pledging a larger amount, and making payments in several installments. A gift of $100 is less than $2 per week. Try to join the Large Gift donor group by giving a minimum of $250. This is what helps make our parish go over the top every year. Let us show Fr. Joe Sicari (Director of Catholic Charities, who assists at CTK) our support.
If you are employed by a firm, that "matches gifts" to charitable institutions, secure a form from your personnel office and forward the completed form to Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously.
Please indicate the amount of your donation on the card you received in the mail, and enclose it with a check, cash, or pledge and return it in this week's collection, to the Rectory, or in the mail.
Help close the gap and reach the number that will help us continue to serve the people of Western New York, as we have for 85 years. Appeal 2008 Support It. Submit a pledge to your parish, donate online at www.1-for-all.org, or call 856-4494 to make a pledge.

AREA ACTIVITIES
" Barefoot in the Park by Neil Simon - Come see Adria Ryan, CTK Director of Music Ministry, at the Lancaster Opera House on April 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12 & 13, Tickets are $16 - Adults, $14 - Senior/Student. Order tickets online at http://www.lancopera.org/barefoot.htm; or call 683-1776.
" Healing Mass at St. Leo's (885 Sweet Home Rd), - Monday April 7th - Confessions at 6:30, Rosary recited at 7:00, Mass at 7:30 followed by prayers for healing with laying on of hands.
" The Catholic FertilityCare Centers offer couples a safe, reliable system to effectively plan their families in accordance with Church teaching. Introductory sessions on: April 9 at 6:30 pm at Buffalo Mercy Hospital (828-2438) or at Sisters Hospital (862-1944) on April 12 at 10:30 am. Pre-registration required.
" Mass for those touched by Adoption will be held on April 19 at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Victory Basilica, Ridge Rd & South Park in Lackawanna. For birth parents, adoptees, adoptive parents, grandparents and other relatives.
" St. Margaret School - All Classes Reunion on Saturday, April 26. Tickets are $20. For more info or reservations call the school at 876-8885 or Carol at 837-4277.
" Camp Turner is now hiring for the summer of 2008. Positions available for Cooks, Dishwashers, Counselors, CITs, Maintenance and Activity Directors in Nature, Outdoor Living Skills, Horses, Arts and Crafts, Low Ropes, Sports, Lifeguard. Competitive salary plus room and board provided. Weekends off. Employment June 29 - August 17, in residence at Camp Turner in Allegany State Park. Drug free, criminal background check, reference check apply. Visit www.CampTurner.com for application and reference forms.

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 May 18th.

MASSES
SAT., April 5 - Vigil Third Sunday of Easter
4:30 p.m. Art Zelasko - wife & children

SUN., April 6 - Third Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 am Vernon and Marion Leffler - Family
Lower 9:30 People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione
Lower 11:00 John Propis - wife, Marilyn
Upper 12:15 pm Angelo Suozzi - Family

MON., April 7 - John the Baptist de la Salle, priest
6:45 a.m. Kevin McGuire - Switala Family
8:00 George Stillwell - Rosalie Tribunella

TUES., April 8 - Easter Weekday, Third Week of Easter
6:45 a.m. Robert Cleary - Amherst Gaelic League
8:00 Calvin Kibler - Eileen & daughters

WED., April 9 - Easter Weekday, Third Week of Easter
6:45 a.m. ANNIV. Rev. Msgr. Henry J. Gugino - Estate
8:00 Jane Sullivan - Murph & Anne

THURS., April 10 - Easter Weekday, Third Week of Easter
6:45 a.m. Lois McWilliams - Rob & JoAnn Mikulec
8:00 a.m. Dr. Thomas J. Leary - Family

FRI., April 11 - Stanislaus, bishop, martyr
6:45 a.m. Robert Stuber - Dr. & Mrs. Frank Schlehr
8:00 Harry Marmion - Family

SAT., April 12 - Vigil Fourth Sunday of Easter
4:30 p.m. Salvatore (Sam) Ferro - Family

SUN., April 6 - Fourth Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 am William Knittel - wife, Susan
Lower 9:30 Joseph Riso - sister
Lower 11:00 Special Intention - Mike & Doreen Michailof
Upper 12:15 pm People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione

PRAYERS AFTER 8:00 a.m. MASS
Monday: The Miraculous Medal Novena
Tuesday and Friday: Rosary prayed for World Peace
Wednesday: Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests
Thursday: Rosary prayed for Life

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR
BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF April 13, 2008 -
Fourth Sunday of Easter Sunday

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Fourth Sunday of Easter
1st Reading - Acts 2:14a, 36-41
2nd Reading - 1 Peter 2:20b-25
Gospel - John 10:1010

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

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Dominic Agnello, Esther Alessandra, Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Sonja Bailey, Kay Barone, Wanda Bartczak, Charlie Basil, Judy Battaglia, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Jennifer Buchheit, Frank Butler, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Ronald Donnelly, Mary Drew, Lola Dudzic, Mary Fazekas, Sister Dorothy Feltz, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Eleanor Gottstein, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, George Herzog, Kristine Ann Jeffery, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Mary Jane Kersten, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, Jenna Kessel, Kim Kuhn, Meg Kujawa, Richard LaMendola, Jenny Lee, Barbara Liebler, John Lintner, Lily LoTempio, Anne Lundy, Marion Lyons, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Tim McCarthy, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, JoAnn Mikulec, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Madison Okiec, Emily Olkowski, Peggy Page, Shelly Palmisano, Josephine Paolucci, Irene Papiz, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Joseph Pohrte, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Ken Reisner, Judy Rexinger, Joe Saeli Sr., Philip Sammaco, Tina Scalia, Marie Schmidt, Bill Shuler, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Connie Smith, Benjamin Smith, Dick Snyder, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Tom Swiatek, Elizabeth Thomas, Lois Todaro, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Rick Vivaqua, Carol Wagner, Jason Walczak, Kevin Weidner, Christine Weir, Paul Whelan, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind and Lucy Zinzola;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Betty Caypless (mother-in-law of Kathy Caypless), and Dorothy Ryniec (mother of Barbara Lach);
…victims of natural disasters;
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the conflicts in the Middle East;
…peace on earth.

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

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH
Weekly Offering:
Week Ending
" April 8, 2007 - Regular Collection - $20,617.35
" April 6, 2008 - Regular Collection - $14,239.50
Thank you for your Support!!

CONGRATULATIONS!
Fr. John is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Summers by Bishop Kmiec, as Trustee to Christ the King Parish. Mike has been involved in many aspects of the parish over the years. We thank him for his commitment to our parish.

ALTAR SERVER OF THE YEAR - Congratulations to Peter Marshfied, a senior at Amherst High School who has been chosen as our CTK Parish Altar Server of the Year. Our thanks to Peter for his dedication and service in this important ministry for young people.

THE WINNERS OF THE CTK PARISH SWEEPSTAKES ARE: $2500 Grand Prize - Chip & Kim Foster; $1000 - Dave Coombe; $750 winners - Rick & Sheila Lyons and Sally & Bill Lennon; $500 winners - Russell Greco and Jim McMorrow, $250 winners - Ellen & Joe Greene, Richard Snider, Mike & Jane Licata, Pam & Terry Ortolani, Steve Sell, and Molly Murray. CONGRATULATIONS!

FOUND: If you lost an earring at the Blue & Gold Gala, please contact the school office 839-0473 ext. 301.

HIGH TEA - The Rosary and Altar Society is hosting a High Tea on Tuesday, May 13th, at 1:00 pm. It will be held at the Asa Ransom House, Clarence. Price per person is $19. Please call Nancy Eberhard at 634-9031 for reservations.

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

WEDDING BANN
1st - Heather Denmeade and Kenneth Wilson, Jr.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING …Sophia Frances Bayer, daughter of Susan (Babulski) & Randy Bayer; William Chase Butwin, son of Ida (Norton) & Matthew Butwin; and Rose Marie Vecchione, daughter of Florence (Maggiotto) & Philip Vecchione; who were baptized in our Church on Sunday, March 30th.

ESCAPE SCHOOL
NATIONALLY ACCLAIMED CHILD ABDUCTION PREVENTION PROGRAM
APRIL 22nd, 6:30-7:30 pm in the School Gym
The CTK Parents Guild is proud to offer this FREE Safety Program for the second year in a row.
To register contact: Nancy Burns at 834-0799 or Nlkburns@roadrunner.com

This Program Teaches Children:
- To be smart, not scared
- How all the rules change in an abduction attempt
- Easy skills to avoid and escape abduction
- How to differentiate between "good" or "bad" strangers
- The common lure abductors use and why they are successful
- How to get away, right away
- How to escape from a car
- How to find help when you need it

Escape School has been featured on the Oprah Winfrey Show, Good Morning America and The View, along with many others.

MEN'S 9-HOLE GOLF - The Wednesday afternoon Golf League is looking for new players. Tee off every Wednesday between 1:30 and 2:00 pm, starting on May 2nd, and continuing through August, followed by a 18-hole Golf Outing at Chestnut Hill with dinner and awards. For additional information call Joe Vocola at 839-2497, Dick Brown at 632-6456 or Jim Roberts at 839-1049.

CAN'T KNIT? THERE ARE OTHER OPTIONS … We have an active group of women & men, who knit / crochet prayer shawls for those who need to know of God's comforting and healing presence. If you can't knit a prayer shawl, would you be able to provide others with the needed yarn? 3 full skeins of yarn in the same color is needed to create a prayer shawl. The yarn may be dropped off at the Rectory. If you can knit and you'd like to come, the weekly group meets every Wednesday evening, in the Church Library from 7-9 pm. Questions? Call the Rectory at 839-1430.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
There are no Religious Education classes on Monday, April 14th. Classes resume on Monday, April 21st.
First Communion - We continue to list the names of the students who will be making First Holy Communion. We ask that our parish family pray for these children as they continue to prepare for this sacrament. They will receive this sacrament on Sunday, April 27th and Sunday, May 4th at the 12:15 pm Mass. The following students are in Mr. Tom Corey's class: Gina Fahey, Jason Howard, Jenna Krieter, Jackson Liszewski, Isabel Lynch, Megan Marafino, Kayla Mayer, Molly Minigell, Claire Mullane, Victoria Pizzuto, Lauren Scherer, Zachary Stockman, Michael Walsh, Brendan Weinholtz, and Harrison Zeisz.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
** We have an opening for Pre-K 3 year old for the 2008-2009 school year. If you are interested, please contact the school office, 839-0473 ext 301
Ü Monday- Friday, April 14th - 18th - No School- Spring Break
Ü Monday - April 21st - School resumes

Welcome Mrs. Maryann Reczek
We warmly welcome Mrs. Maryann Reczek as our new School secretary. She's already doing a great job! Welcome!

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Youth Group Meeting - Sunday, May 4th - 10:30-11:30 .m. in the Church Library. All are invited.
¢ Coffee House for Charity - Join us on Saturday, May 17th to hear local bands, enjoy coffee and desserts, and hang out with friends, while helping out people in the Buffalo community. Admission is $6. All proceeds will be divided between Catholic Charities and to purchase needed books and school supplies for a Buffalo inner-city school.
¢ Christian Leadership Institute (CLI) - June 26- July 2 at St. Columban Center at Lake Erie in Derby. CLI is a week-long leadership program for teens who will be in their Sophomore year or older by September. It is an intensive 6-day leadership experience that includes learning sessions, discussion groups, liturgy, daily prayer, and recreation. This program is run by the Diocesan Youth Dept. The fee is $280, all inclusive. Early bird special $265 by May 30th.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES
As of Tuesday, April 8th, our parish has collected $219,997 from 785 of our 2,200 families. Pledge cards have been sent out again to those who have not yet given. You are asked to look into your heart and give a donation - no donation is too small as long as you give as much as you are able.
Please consider increasing your donation this year, by pledging a larger amount, and making payments in several installments. A gift of $100 is less than $2 per week. Try to join the Large Gift donor group by giving a minimum of $250.
If you are employed by a firm, that "matches gifts" to charitable institutions, secure a form from your personnel office and forward the completed form to Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously.
Submit a pledge to your parish, donate online at www.1-for-all.org, or call 856-4494 to make a pledge. Appeal 2008 Support It.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
"[God] has delivered me from every trouble." - Psalm 54:7
There is always a need for Adorers. We are looking for people to sign-up to Adore at: 6:00 pm on Friday; 7:00 pm on Friday and Saturday; 8:00 pm on Saturday; 10:00 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday; and 11:00 pm on Sunday. If you can fill one of these time periods, please call Linda at 839-1889 or Martha at 839-2268. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you and God bless you!

AREA ACTIVITIES
" St. Benedict's Rosary Altar Society invites you to their annual Spring Luncheon and Theme Basket Auction on Thursday, April 24 at Classics V on Niagara Falls Blvd. Tickets are $20. For tickets call: Joan at 834-1026 or Jean at 632-7581 by April 17.
" Mass for those touched by Adoption will be held on April 19 at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Victory Basilica, Ridge Rd & South Park in Lackawanna. For birth parents, adoptees, adoptive parents, grandparents and other relatives.
" Camp Turner is now hiring for the summer of 2008. Positions available for Cooks, Dishwashers, Counselors, CITs, Maintenance and Activity Directors in Nature, Outdoor Living Skills, Horses, Arts and Crafts, Low Ropes, Sports, Lifeguard. Competitive salary plus room and board provided. Weekends off. Employment June 29 - August 17, in residence at Camp Turner in Allegany State Park. Drug free, criminal background check, reference check apply. Visit www.CampTurner.com for application and reference forms.

PARISH COUNCIL NOMINATIONS
The Parish Council meets on the first Monday of every month from September through June & acts as an advisory group, and performs the dual purpose of representing the parishioners to the pastoral staff and the pastoral staff to the parishioners. The first meeting you would be required to attend in scheduled for Monday, June 2. At this time both the current and new members of the Parish council meet.
On Pentecost Sunday, May 11th, two new members of the Parish Council will be chosen to serve a term of not more than 3 years. The selection process will include placing all the nominees' names in a basket, and with the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the names will be drawn from the basket.
Nominations may be taken by any current Council Member, or by completing the application form and returning it to the Rectory or in the collection basket by, May 4th. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age, and all nominations are subject to approval by pastor / administrator.

Nominations Needed by Friday May 9

Name: _______________________________________________________________

Address: _____________________________________________________________

Phone (home/cell): _____________________________________________________

Signature: ____________________________________________________________

MASSES
SAT., April 12 - Vigil Fourth Sunday of Easter
4:30 p.m. Salvatore (Sam) Ferro - Family

SUN., April 13 - Fourth Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 am William Knittel - wife, Susan
Lower 9:30 Joseph Riso - sister
Lower 11:00 Special Intention - Mike & Doreen Michailof
Upper 12:15 pm People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione

MON., April 14 - Easter Weekday, Fourth Week of Easter
6:45 a.m. Daniel and Marguerite Torrell - Dan & Nancy Torrell
8:00 Lucy Gutillo - The Villa Family

TUES., April 15 - Easter Weekday, Fourth Week of Easter
6:45 a.m. ANNIV. Walter Clark - daughter, Patricia
8:00 Intention of the Monks at the Abbey at Genesee - Renée Villa

WED., April 16 - Easter Weekday, Third Week of Easter
6:45 a.m. All Souls - Parish Intentions
8:00 John and Esther Horan - The Horan Family

THURS., April 17 - Easter Weekday, Fourth Week of Easter
6:45 a.m. Dr. Vincent Rizzo - Dr. & Mrs. Raymond Hudson
8:00 a.m. Special Intention

FRI., April 18 - Easter Weekday, Fourth Week of Easter
6:45 a.m. Eugene Jeris - The Stanford Family
8:00 Helena Slowe - Mary Ann Bauer

SAT., April 19 - Vigil of the Fifth Sunday of Easter
4:30 p.m. Stella and Alfonso Cumella and Janet Rossi - Family

SUN., April 20 - Fifth Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 am Fred Johns - wife, Martha
Lower 9:30 Robert Stangle - Joe, Sue La Monto & Grandsons
Lower 11:00 Edmund and Florence Swartzenburg - Mr. & Mrs. Newhouse
Upper 12:15 pm People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING
30 LAMARCK DR
BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF April 20, 2008
Fifth Sunday of Easter Sunday

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
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

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Dominic Agnello, Esther Alessandra, Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Sonja Bailey, Kay Barone, Wanda Bartczak, Charlie Basil, Judy Battaglia, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Jennifer Buchheit, Frank Butler, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Ronald Donnelly, Mary Drew, Lola Dudzic, Mary Fazekas, Sister Dorothy Feltz, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Eleanor Gottstein, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, George Herzog, Kristine Ann Jeffery, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Mary Jane Kersten, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, Jenna Kessel, Kim Kuhn, Meg Kujawa, Richard LaMendola, Jenny Lee, Barbara Liebler, John Lintner, Lily LoTempio, Anne Lundy, Marion Lyons, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Madison Okiec, Emily Olkowski, Peggy Page, Shelly Palmisano, Josephine Paolucci, Irene Papiz, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Joseph Pohrte, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Ken Reisner, Judy Rexinger, Joe Saeli Sr., Philip Sammaco, Tina Scalia, Marie Schmidt, Bill Shuler, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Connie Smith, Benjamin Smith, Dick Snyder, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Tom Swiatek, Elizabeth Thomas, Lois Todaro, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Rick Vivaqua, Jason Walczak, Kevin Weidner, Christine Weir, Paul Whelan, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind and Lucy Zinzola;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Linda Lesniowski (wife of Ted Lesniowski);
…victims of natural disasters;
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the conflicts in the Middle East;
…peace on earth.

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

CATHOLIC HOME MISSION APPEAL
Next weekend a collection will be taken to support the Home Missions. For many decades, the Church in the United States has sent missionaries overseas to serve the people of Latin America, Africa, Asia and Oceania. The Home Missions are dioceses and parishes here in America that need the same kind of support - places in the U.S. where the Catholic Church struggles just to keep parishes open and to educate children in the faith.

JOIN US FOR A SPRING TIME WALK FOR A GREAT CAUSE…
The CTK School Community Outreach Club is hosting a Spring-time Walk-a-thon on Wednesday, April 23rd from 2:30 to 3:30 pm. Walkers should meet at the school's gym/parking lot. Pledges will benefit the Joanne Fleischauer Memorial Scholarship Fund. Mrs. Fleischauer was a beloved classroom aide who lost her battle with cancer last summer. She was a dear friend to the CTK students and families. We hope you'll join us!

MOTHER'S DAY CHILDREN'S CHOIR
Any child, in grades 3-8, not currently in the Children's Choir, is invited to become part of the choir for the 9:30 a.m. Mass on Mother's Day - May 11th. If you are interested, please call Adria Ryan, the Music Minister, at 839-1430, ext. 212, within the next week.

HIGH TEA
The Rosary and Altar Society is hosting a High Tea on Tuesday, May 13th, at 1:00 pm. It will be held at the Asa Ransom House, Clarence. Price per person is $19. Please call Nancy Eberhard at 634-9031 for reservations.

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

WEDDING BANN
1st - Adrienne Kisailus and Matthew Peer
2nd - Heather Denmeade and Kenneth Wilson, Jr.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING …
The following babies were baptized in our Church last Sunday, April 13th: Jacob Michael Bandemer, son of Sarah (Aquilina) & James Bandemer; Jackson Robert Blum, son of Emily (Shumaker) & Gregory Blum; Samuel James Carocci, son of Julia (Schmidt) & Samuel Carocci; Elizabeth Jane Herzog, daughter of Kiera (Obst) & Cory Herzog; Alexandra Grace Naegely, daughter of Lisa Marie (Falgiano) & Eric Naegely; and Alexander Bryce Tallides, son of Andrea (Aubry) & Steven Tallides.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education classes for Monday, April 21st are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 pm

First Communion - We continue to list the names of the students who will be making First Holy Communion. We ask that our parish family pray for these children as they continue to prepare for this sacrament. They will receive this sacrament on Sunday, April 27th and Sunday, May 4th at the 12:15 pm Mass. The following students are in Mrs. Kathleen Mattar's class: Benjamin Bryan, Peter Ciotta, Michael D'Arrigo, Haley Dauria, Catherine Gazda, Diane Gazda, Emma Gerard, Angela Gerth, Teresa Gerth, Kyle Glenn, Caitlin Harrington, Brittany Marc, Emily Morina, Julia Myszkiewicz, Samantha Pieri, Mary Katherine Plante, Jacob Schultz, and Zachary Tojek.

First Communion Reminder: There are 2 rehearsals for each First Communion Ceremony. Please mark the time and date you're to meet in the Lower Church, on your calendar.

For Children receiving First Communion on Sunday, April 27th:
Ü Monday, April 21 - 2:30-4:30 pm in the Lower Church
- Pick your child up at the School Door in the school parking lot.
Ü Tuesday, April 22 - 3:30-5:00 pm in the Lower Church
- On Tuesday, have your child report to the Lower Church 5 minutes before the scheduled
time. We would ask that you please be on time, and use the Church door facing Lamarck

VOCATION VIEWS - Don't let your hearts be troubled. The Lord shows the way, just ask him. If God is calling you, call Father Walter Szczesny at 847-5535

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
** We have an opening for Pre-K 3 year old for the 2008-2009 school year. If you are interested, please contact the school office, 839-0473 ext 301
Ü Monday, April 21st - School resumes
Ü Wednesday, April 23rd - 8th Grade NYS Science Test
Ü Thursday, April 24th - 4th Grade NYS Science Test
Ü Friday, April 25th - 8th Grade Retreat
Ü Sunday, April 27th - First Holy Communion 12:15 pm Mass

MEN'S 9-HOLE GOLF
The Wednesday afternoon Golf League is looking for new players. Tee off every Wednesday between 1:30 and 2:00 pm, starting on May 2nd, and continuing through August, followed by a 18-hole Golf Outing at Chestnut Hill with dinner and awards. For additional information call Joe Vocola at 839-2497, Dick Brown at 632-6456 or Jim Roberts at 839-1049.

GOLF, GOLF, GOLF!
Ah, the sun is shining, the snow is beginning to abate, spring is here and our thoughts turn to golf. If you are interested in playing in CTK's Men's Thursday Afternoon Golf League, which is played at the Audubon Golf Course at 4:30 p.m., beginning in May, please contact Sam Legierski at 839-5302.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
"Jesus said an amazing thing: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you. Great and wonderful things happen when you do. It's impossible to feel anger toward someone you're praying for. God will improve your attitude and intensify your forgiveness." - Alaska Radio Mission - Nome Static, June 2005
There is always a need for Adorers. We are looking for people to sign-up to Adore at 12:00 Midnight on Sunday, 1:00 am on Tuesday, and 2:00 am on Sunday, Monday and Friday. If you can fill one of these time periods, please call Joanne at 839-1343 or Linda at 839-1889. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you and God bless you!

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Youth Group Meeting - Sunday, May 4th - 10:30-11:30 .m. in the Church Library. All are invited.
¢ Coffee House for Charity - Join us on Saturday, May 17th to hear local bands, enjoy coffee and desserts, and hang out with friends, while helping out people in the Buffalo community. Admission is $6. All proceeds will be divided between Catholic Charities and to purchase needed books and school supplies for a Buffalo inner-city school.
¢ Christian Leadership Institute (CLI) - June 26- July 2 at St. Columban Center at Lake Erie in Derby. CLI is a weeklong leadership program for teens who will be in their sophomore year or older by September. It is an intensive 6-day leadership experience that includes learning sessions, discussion groups, liturgy, daily prayer, and recreation. This program is run by the Diocesan Youth Dept. The fee is $280, all-inclusive. Early bird special $265 by May 30th.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES
As of Tuesday, April 15th, our parish has collected $231,017 from 853 of our 2,200 families. Pledge cards have been sent out again to those who have not yet given. You are asked to look into your heart and give a donation - no donation is too small as long as you give as much as you are able.
Please consider increasing your donation this year, by pledging a larger amount, and making payments in several installments. A gift of $100 is less than $2 per week. Try to join the Large Gift donor group by giving a minimum of $250.
If you are employed by a firm, that "matches gifts" to charitable institutions, secure a form from your personnel office and forward the completed form to Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously.
Submit a pledge to your parish, donate online at www.1-for-all.org, or call 856-4494 to make a pledge. Appeal 2008 Support It.

CAN YOU HELP THOSE WHO KNIT FOR OTHERS?
We have an active group of women & men, who knit / crochet prayer shawls for those who need to know of God's comforting and healing presence. If you can't knit a prayer shawl, would you be able to provide others with the needed yarn? 3 full skeins of yarn in the same color is needed to create a prayer shawl. The yarn may be dropped off at the Rectory. If you can knit and you'd like to come, the weekly group meets every Wednesday evening, in the Church Library from 7-9 pm. Questions? Call the Rectory at 839-1430.

LOST AND FOUND
Ü A Religious Necklace was found near the Lamarck Drive entrance of the Church. Please contact the Rectory at 839-1430
Ü An earring was found at the Blue & Gold Gala, please contact the school office 839-0473 ext. 301

SENIOR CITIZENS, join St. Benedicts on a 3-day, 2-night trip to Amish Country in Lancaster, PA from August 12-14. See two shows "In the Beginning" (creation) and "Classic Crooners," sightsee, go to . Hershey Factory. Cost is $359 - call Val at 838-0291 for more information.

VENDOR PARTY on April 26 from 3:00-8:00 pm at St. Leo's (885 Sweet Home Rd). Will benefit St. Leo's Parish and Gerard Place (Housing & Supportive Services for Homeless Families). Vendors include: Cabi Clothing, Home Interiors, Tupperware, Avon, Mary Kay, Glass Jewelry, Cookie Lee Jewelry, Pampered Chef, Candle Lite and More! Admission is $5. Questions? call 897-9948 x 100.

CAMP TURNER is now hiring Cooks, Dishwashers, Counselors, CITs, Maintenance and Activity Directors in Nature, Outdoor Living Skills, Horses, Arts and Crafts, Low Ropes, Sports and Lifeguard. Competitive salary plus room and board provided. Weekends off. Employment June 29 - August 17, in residence at Camp Turner in Allegany State Park. Drug free, criminal background check, reference check apply. Visit www.CampTurner.com for application and reference forms.

Nominations Needed by Friday May 9

Name: _______________________________________________________________

Address: _____________________________________________________________

Phone (home/cell): _____________________________________________________

Signature: _________________________________________________________

MASSES
SAT., April 19 - Vigil of the Fifth Sunday of Easter
4:30 p.m. Stella and Alfonso Cumella and Janet Rossi - Family

MON., April 21 - Anselm, bishop, doctor
6:45 a.m. Gregory Robida - Richard & Sharon Herdlein
8:00 James Curry - wife, Eileen

TUES., April 22 - Easter Weekday, Fifth Week of Easter
6:45 a.m. Paula Larusso - The Vocola Family
8:00 Richard Burton - Dr. & Mrs. James F. Twist

WED., April 23 - George, martyr Adalbert, bishop, martyr
6:45 a.m. Frederic Grace - Eileen & Nicholas Mitchell
8:00 David Kersten - Daniel & Marlena McCaffrey

THURS., April 24 - Fidelis of Sigmaringen, priest, martyr
6:45 a.m. Amy and Matthew Kostowniak - Tami Treutlein
8:00 a.m. Eileen Barron Forgione - de Sales Kellick

FRI., April 25 - Mark, evangelist
6:45 a.m. Helen Anderson - daughter, Susan Butka & family
8:00 Alfonse Giglia - wife, Josephine

SAT., April 26 - Vigil of the Sixth Sunday of Easter
4:30 p.m. Josephine Grippi - Family

SUN., April 27 - Sixth Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 am Edgar and Mary Ann Villa and Family - Renée & Tom Villa
Lower 9:30 Leo and Agnes Lubinski - Rosemary & Maggie
Lower 11:00 People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione
Upper 12:15 pm The Intentions of the First Communicants

RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY
new and used crib drive
April 19 & 20 and April 26 & 27

___ $30 donation BUYS 1/4 OF A CRIB
___ $50 donation BUYS CRIB MATTRESS
___ $60 donation BUYS 1/2 OF A CRIB
___ $90 donation BUYS 3/4 OF A CRIB
___ $120 donation BUYS WHOLE CRIB

Envelopes for donation are available at the back of church and in the pews. Drop them into the Sunday collection or at the Rectory

With your donation, we will buy new cribs
to benefit Harvest House!

We want your used crib!
Call us: Maureen Pratt at 836-0736 or Kathy Gallson at 839-9223

The Respect Life Committee of Christ the King Parish is sponsoring this crib drive event in lieu of our typical "Baby Shower". We have learned that there is a great need for over 100 cribs through HARVEST HOUSE.

ESCAPE SCHOOL
NATIONALLY ACCLAIMED
CHILD ABDUCTION PREVENTION PROGRAM

Tuesday, April 22nd, 6:30-7:30 pm in the School Gym

To register contact Nancy Burns at 834-0799 or Nlkburns@roadrunner.com

Escape School has been featured on the Oprah Winfrey Show,
Good Morning America and The View, along with many others.

The CTK Parents Guild is proud to offer this FREE Safety Program for the second year in a row.

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR
BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF April 27, 2008 -
Sixth Sunday of Easter Sunday

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

NEXT SUNDAY: Seventh Sunday of Easter
1st Reading - Acts 1:12-14
2nd Reading - 1 Peter 4:13-16
Gospel - John 17:1-11a

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Dominic Agnello, Esther Alessandra, Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Sonja Bailey, Kay Barone, Wanda Bartczak, Charlie Basil, Judy Battaglia, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Jennifer Buchheit, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Ronald Donnelly, Mary Drew, Lola Dudzic, Mary Fazekas, Sister Dorothy Feltz, Fred Floss, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Eleanor Gottstein, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, George Herzog, Kristine Ann Jeffery, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Mary Jane Kersten, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, Jenna Kessel, Kim Kuhn, Meg Kujawa, Richard LaMendola, Jenny Lee, Barbara Liebler, John Lintner, Lily LoTempio, Anne Lundy, Marion Lyons, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Tim McCarthy, Mary McGhee, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Victor Molfese, William Mueller, Teresa Newland, Madison Okiec, Emily Olkowski, Peggy Page, Shelly Palmisano, Josephine Paolucci, Irene Papiz, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Joseph Pohrte, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Ken Reisner, Judy Rexinger, Joe Saeli Sr., Philip Sammaco, Tina Scalia, Marie Schmidt, Bill Shuler, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Connie Smith, Benjamin Smith, Dick Snyder, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Tom Swiatek, Elizabeth Thomas, Lois Todaro, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Rick Vivaqua, Jason Walczak, Kevin Weidner, Christine Weir, Paul Whelan, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind and Lucy Zinzola;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Gregory Hoelscher (cousin of Beth Krieter, Melissa Schaefer & Claire May); Frank Butler
…victims of natural disasters;
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the conflicts in the Middle East;
…peace on earth.

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

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH
Weekly Offering:
Week Ending
" April 15, 2007 - Regular Collection - $11,424.50
" April 13, 2008 - Regular Collection - $11,683.00

" April 22, 2007 - Regular Collection - $12,515.00
" April 20, 2008 - Regular Collection - $11,437.50
Thank you for your Support!!

CATHOLIC HOME MISSION APPEAL - Please place your envelopes for the Home Missions in today's regular collection. For many decades, the Church in the United States has sent missionaries overseas to serve the people of Latin America, Africa, Asia and Oceania. The Home Missions are dioceses and parishes here in America that need the same kind of support - places in the U.S. where the Catholic Church struggles just to keep parishes open and to educate children in the faith.

THIS THURSDAY IS ASCENSION THURSDAY a Holy Day of Obligation. Masses on Thursday are at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m. and 12:00 Noon. The Vigil Mass on Wednesday is at 7:00 p.m.

FRIDAY OF THIS WEEK IS THE FIRST FRIDAY for the month of May. Masses will be at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m. After mass, the Rosary and Altar Society will recite the Rosary in the Library, and will then go to the Wehrle Restaurant for a Dutch-treat breakfast. For reservations, call Virginia Harder at 839-0230 before noon on Thursday, May 1. All women of the parish are welcome.

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, Sunday, May 11 until Monday, May 19. The Mother's Day envelopes were included in your envelope packet, and cards are available in the Sacristy. Please return your intention envelopes to the Rectory or in the collection basket.

WEDDING BANNS
1st - Shannon McLaughlin and Thomas Ragonnet
2nd - Adrienne Kisailus and Matthew Peer
3rd - Heather Denmeade and Kenneth Wilson, Jr.

A BELATED HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ….
Fr. Daniel O'Leary, who celebrated his birthday on Thursday, April 17.
Dear Parishioners,

After a consultation with the Parish Council and Trustees, it has been decided to make a change in our Sunday Mass schedule.

The decision to combine the 9:30 and 11:00 is based on low attendance and in accord with Diocesan policy.

As of Sunday, July 6th Masses will be celebrated at 8:00 am and 10:00 a.m., and 12:15 p.m. The Saturday Vigil Mass will continue to be celebrated at 4:30 pm.

Fr. John

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Youth Group Meeting - Sunday, May 4th - 10:30-11:30 .m. in the Church Library. All are invited.
¢ Coffee House for Charity - Join us on Saturday, May 17th from 7:30-10:30 pm to hear local bands, enjoy coffee and desserts, and hang out with friends, while helping out people in the Buffalo community. Admission is $6. All proceeds will be divided between Catholic Charities and to purchase needed books and school supplies for a Buffalo inner-city school.
¢ Christian Leadership Institute (CLI) - June 26- July 2 at St. Columban Center at Lake Erie in Derby. CLI is a weeklong leadership program for teens who will be in their sophomore year or older by September. It is an intensive 6-day leadership experience that includes learning sessions, discussion groups, liturgy, daily prayer, and recreation. This program is run by the Diocesan Youth Dept. The fee is $280, all-inclusive. Early bird special $265 by May 30th.

NEW AND USED CRIB DRIVE - LAST CALL THIS WEEKEND!
Your donation of any amount is greatly appreciated to buy cribs to benefit Harvest House! For instance, a $30 donation BUYS 1/4 of a crib; $50 donation can buy a crib mattress; $60 donation can buy 1/2 of a crib; $90 donation can buy 3/4 of a crib; and $120 donation can buy a whole crib! Envelopes for donation are available at the back of church and in the pews. Please place your first and last name along with the amount you are contributing on the envelope. Just drop them into the Sunday collection or at the Rectory office.
AND we want your used cribs! Call us: Maureen Pratt at 836-0736, Kathy Gallson at 839-9223 or Ellen Stanford at 632-2369. The Respect Life Committee of Christ the King Parish is sponsoring this crib drive event in lieu of our typical "Baby Shower". There is a great need for over 100 cribs through HARVEST HOUSE.

LOST AND FOUND - A Religious Necklace was found near the Lamarck Drive entrance of the Church. Please contact the Rectory at 839-1430. Also, an earring was found at the Blue & Gold Gala, please contact the school office 839-0473 ext. 301

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education classes for Monday, April 28th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Today 38 of our young children will be making their First Holy Communion at the 12:15 p.m. Mass. We ask that our Parish community continue to pray for these First Communicants as they begin their life long journey with the Sacrament of Eucharist.

First Communion Reminder: There are 2 rehearsals for the First Communion Ceremony. Please mark the time and date you're to meet in the Lower Church, on your calendar.

For Children receiving First Communion on Sunday, May 4th:
Ü Monday, April 28 - 2:30-4:30 p.m. in the Lower Church
- Pick your child up at the School Door in the school parking lot.
Ü Tuesday, April 29 - 3:30-5:00 p.m. in the Lower Church
- On Tuesday, have your child report to the Lower Church 5 minutes before the scheduled
time. We would ask that you please be on time, and use the Church door facing Lamarck

CTK SCHOOL NEWS-APRIL 22nd, 2008
We want to congratulate all the children who made their First Holy Communion on Sunday, April 27th at 12:15 PM Mass.

Wednesday, April 30th Mass 4th Grade
Thursday, May 1st Mass 8:45 a.m. - Ascension Thursday
Friday, May 2nd Mass 8:45 a.m. - 2nd Grade, Mother's Day Mass
Noon Dismissal, Faculty Meeting
May Crowning, 7p.m. in the upper church
Grades 3, 7, & 8 arrive by 6:30 p.m.
All other grades arrive by 6:45 p.m. and sit with their class.
**Kindergarten students will sit with their family.
Sunday, April 27th First Holy Communion 12:15 p.m. Mass in the lower church
Children will assemble in the chapel meeting room at 11:45 a.m.

SAINT VINCENT de PAUL SUMMER CAMP - The Society of St. Vincent de Paul welcomes 8-13 year olds to their co-ed summer camp. Our camp is located on the beautiful beach in Angola, and runs for six 1-week sessions starting July 6. We will have an open house, May 31st and June 1st, for all new campers and their families to look around. For an application, more information, and early bird pricing please call 882-3360, ext. 7. Think summer, think fun, and think SVDP Camp is the one!!

VOCATION VIEWS - If you love me you will hold to my words and my Father will love you and will come to you. If God is calling you, call Father Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES
As of Tuesday, April 22nd, our parish has collected $231,882.00 from 862 of our 2,200 families. Pledge cards have been sent out again to those who have not yet given. You are asked to look into your heart and give a donation - no donation is too small as long as you give as much as you are able.
Please consider increasing your donation this year, by pledging a larger amount, and making payments in several installments. A gift of $100 is less than $2 per week. Try to join the Large Gift donor group by giving a minimum of $250. If you are employed by a firm, that "matches gifts" to charitable institutions, secure a form from your personnel office and forward the completed form to Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously. Submit a pledge to your parish, donate online at www.1-for-all.org, or call 856-4494 to make a pledge. Appeal 2008 Support It

A SHOPPERS EXTRAVAGANZA - April 28 - 6-9 pm at Garden Nursery School (Main & Burroughs). Purchase or order a variety of items. Representatives from Home Interiors, Tupperware, Tastefully Simple, Pampered Chef, Lia Sophia and Mary Kay.

Nominations Needed by Friday May 9

Name: _______________________________________________________________

Address: _____________________________________________________________

Phone (home/cell): _____________________________________________________

Signature: _________________________________________________________

MASSES
SAT., April 26 - Vigil of the Sixth Sunday of Easter
4:30 p.m. Josephine Grippi - Family

MON., April 28 - Peter Chanel, priest, martyr; Louis Mary de Montfort, priest
6:45 a.m. Thomas Gerasimowicz - Irene Wingerter
8:00 Patricia Austin - Rosemary & Maggie Lubinski

TUES., April 29 - Catherine of Siena, virgin, doctor
6:45 a.m. Theresa A. Campagna - Estate
8:00 Joe Drew - Loretta Stachura

WED., April 30 - Pius V, pope
6:45 a.m. Frances, Anthony and James Oddi - Estate
8:00 Margaret Babich - Melissa Schaefer
7:00 p.m. Mary Switala - Tom & Colleen Switala

THURS., May 1 - Ascension of the Lord
6:45 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione
8:45 a.m. Fr. Bernie Stazak - CTK Faculty & Staff
12:00 noon Margaret Leising - Family

FRI., May 2 - Athanasius, bishop, doctor
6:45 a.m. Stephen Klonowski - Wednesday Night Knitting Group
8:45 Mr. & Mrs. John Graziano - The Robert Mikulec Family
7:00 p.m. May Crowning

SAT., May 3 - Philip and James, apostles
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Heather Denmeade and Kenneth Wilson, Jr.
4:30 p.m. Eileen Barron Forgione - The Barron Family

SUN., May 4 - Seventh Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 am Michael Seereiter - Family
Lower 9:30 Florence T. and Dr. John P. Kelly - Pat Kelly
Lower 11:00 Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Suozzi - The Mark Scott Family
Upper 12:15 pm The Intentions of the First Communicants