Feb. '07

Bulletins for February: 11, 18, 25

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF February 4, 2007
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR
The Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Isaiah 6:1-2a, 3-8
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 15:1-11
Gospel - Luke 5:1-11

NEXT SUNDAY: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Jeremiah 17:5-8
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 15:12, 16-20
Gospel - Luke 6:17, 20-26

"I am the least of the apostles, not fit to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church. But by the grace of god I am what I am, and God's grace to me has not been ineffective." - 1 Corinthians 15

Question of the Week: What is the greatest source of hope in your life?

Faith Response: Be a good steward of your life. Seek self-knowledge through times of retreat, reflection, spiritual direction, journaling, and examination of conscience. Admit your faults, but don't beat yourself up about them. Pray for the grace to change.

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Kay Barone, Charlie Basil, Erik Batzloff, Tom Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Gary Blaser, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Alexis Bruno, Mary Capozzi, Robert Caprio, Dale Carlos, Frieda Clark, Barbara Cocca, Arthur Cologgi, Eileen Conlon, Josephine Coppola, John Covey, Sharon Curtin, Ronald Donnelly, Brian Downey, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Lola Dudzic, Mary Fazekas, Leah Rose Fitzpatrick, Joanne Fleischauer, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Susan Friedhaber-Hard, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Nicholas Paul Giangreco, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Eleanor Gottstein, Susan Griffo, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, Jim Holden, Maureen Hutchinson, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, George Jordan, John Kaczorowski, Adele Kapuza, Anita Keenen, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, Margaret Lennon, John Lintner, Anne Lundy, John Lyons, James Mahoney, Jim Maisano, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Mark Ohler, Emily Olkowski, Josephine Paolucci, Brian Parkot, Sr., Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Concetta Petrie, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Isabelle Katherine Robida, Stephen E. Rubach, Philip Sammaco, Tina Scalia, Marie Schmidt, Dorothy Shareno, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, Ray Skelly, Connie Smith, Mary Snyder, Laura Spielman, Julie Styrzo, Josephine Syracuse, Lois Todaro, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Edgar Villa, Jason Walczak, Michael V. Walters, Kevin Weidner, Arthur Wenerowicz, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends;
…victims of natural disasters;
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the conflicts in the Middle East;
…peace on earth.

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

$ 11,382.00 - Weekly Collection - January 21, 2007
12,835.00 - Weekly Budget
$ (1,453.00)- Under Budget

$ (3,883.00)- Under Budget YTD

"SOUPER" BOWL OF CARING - ON SUPER BOWL WEEKEND!
WAYS TO SHOW WE CARE …
This weekend the CTK Teen Youth Group will be having their annual Dollar Drive after all Masses. All dollars collected will be donated to Catholic Charities Food Pantries.
In addition, this year our teens will be participating in a diocesan wide project to collect items that will be used to create a "Welcome Package" for immigrants entering the U.S. A group of CTK teens will be representing our parish at the Diocesan Youth Convention and will bring all the items collected for distribution to those who arrive to our country with little or nothing at all.
Essential items needed are: toothbrushes, toothpaste, bath towels, washcloths, bars of soap,
small bottles of shampoo, shaving cream, packages of disposable razors, combs, & deodorant.
Additional items have also been requested: Adult sized gloves, lotion, new T-shirts (medium or large), blankets, twin sheet sets, rain ponchos, hats
We thank you for any donation that you are able to make. Please place all items in the labeled box in the upstairs foyer.

HOLY NAME SOCIETY
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.

DONUT SALE
The 8th grade class of 2007 will be having a Krispie Kreme Doughnut sale after the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. masses on Sunday, February 11th. A box of a dozen doughnuts will be $6. Plan to enjoy a yummy treat after worship

BIBLE BUDDIES
You and your pre-school children, ages 2-4 are invited to join us on either Wednesday, February 14th or Thursday, February 15th in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library (please enter through the double doors off the inside parking lot). 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 details.

NEXT PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS
The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Tuesday, February 20th at 7:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. If you are planning to attend, call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Dr

RECHARGE YOUR SPIRITUAL BATTERY!
MAKE THIS LENTEN SEASON YOUR GIFT TO YOURSELF.

We are very excited to announce that Mission VI will take place the evenings of Saturday, March 24th - Saturday, March 31st, on the parish grounds.

Mission is a time for prayer, personal reflection, education, laughter and enjoyment. It is a wonderful spiritual event that offers you the opportunity to experience Jesus in a deeper sense in the company of fellow parishioners. It consists of an eight-night spiritual journey. Each night is different and includes speakers, liturgy and personal reflection.

With all the pressures of daily activities Mission offers a chance to take a break for yourself and focus on your Faith. People having completed Mission comment how the week went by quickly and that the experience was very rewarding.

To register, please call the Rectory at 839-1430, or Steve and Kellie Ulrich at 834-3466.

ARE YOU LIVING THE FULLNESS OF THE FAITH?
CTK and St. Leo's Respect Life Ministries will host a 4-part series on "Living the Fullness of the Faith", which is related to the Theology of the Body. Former WLOF station manager, and owner of the Upper Room Catholic Books & Treasures store, Michael Denz, will be the presenter. Michael holds a master's degree in Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville and last year he brought to CTK Parish a 4-part series on Pope John Paul II's revolutionary Theology of the Body. Location and Time the same for all dates: St. Leo's Parish Holy Family Wing, Room #111 from 7:30-9:00 p.m. Questions? Call Dolores Kurzdorfer (835-2387) or Maureen Pratt (836-0736).
Tuesday, February 20th - Top 10 Things to Grow in your Faith
Tuesday, February 27th - Struggling to Pray
Tuesday, March 6th - Yours, Mine, and Ours: Recognizing God's Call in your Life
Tuesday, March 13th - Eucharist

SUNDAY, MARCH 18, 2007: SAVE THIS DATE FOR A CELEBRATION
It's No Secret!! … Msgr. Lichtenthal will be celebrating his 70th birthday on March 17th, AND retiring on May 1st.
To thank Msgr. for his years of service here at Christ the King (pastor since November, 1992), as well as to celebrate his 70th birthday, the parish has set Sunday, March 18th to honor him. There will be a reception in Mooney Hall (School Gym) and continuing until from 1:30-5:00 p.m. All parishioners are invited to come.
If you have any photos that you wish to share for a collage we will be creating, please drop them off at the Rectory or put them through the Rectory mail slot. Please note that the pictures will not be returned.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Classes for Religious Education on Monday, February 5th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 pm
Grades 6 & 7: 7:00-8:15 pm

VIDEOS??? - The Religious Education Department is missing a few videos. If you have borrowed any videos on the Saints or the video: The Toy that Saved Christmas, please check and see if you still have it at home.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
Thanks to all parishioners who stopped in to visit our Open House last Sunday, we certainly appreciate your support, as well as that of Msgr. Lichtenthal, Fr. Joe, and Fr. O'Leary. Thanks to all the school families that participated in the many special events held in observance of Catholic Schools Week.

Congratulations to our 8th Grade Students!
¢ Our 8th Grade students have received their High School acceptance letters and we are proud of
all of them! Special congratulations to the following students who were awarded scholarships to the listed schools: Courtney Dennee - Holy Angels & Sacred Heart Academy, Henry Edwards - St. Joe's and Canisius, Sarah Eyeington - Sacred Heart Academy, Victoria Kreuz - Sacred Heart Academy, Gordon Lyons - Canisius and St. Joe's, Tyler Mikulec - St. Joe's, Catherine Murphy - Nardin, John Murray - St. Joe's, Owen Ortolani - Canisius, Christopher Reinhardt - St. Joe's and Canisius, Katherine Rivard - Sacred Heart Academy, Michael Rodman - St. Joe's & Canisius, Kevin Schmitt - St. Joe's & Canisius, Chelsie Zanghi - Sacred Heart, Zachary Zenger - St. Joe's

¢ Christ the King's 8th Grade participated in the American Mathematics Competition in November.
Results for school placement were as follows: 1st - Courtney Dennee, Tied for 2nd - Sarah Eyeington, Gordon Lyons, Michael Rodman, and 3rd - Chelsie Zanghi - Congratulations!

ANNUAL MEN'S CONFERENCE - " CHANGES AND CHALLENGES" - On Saturday, March 24th from 8:00 am-5:00 pm, the annual Men's Conference will take place at the Clarence Event Center (11163 Main St., Clarence). Great food, Great music, and Great speakers, including: H. James Towey, Msgr. Angelo Caligiuri, and Fr. James Vaco OFM. Tickets are $25 ($10 for students) and include lunch. Registration available at www.SpiritIsCalling.org.

YOUTH NEWS
For into on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Youth Group Meeting - Sunday, February 4th at 10:30 in the Church Library. - Join us to hear a talk given by 2 young people from our parish about their experiences during their recent Mission Trip. We will also be sorting items from our Souper Bowl collection. All teens are invited.
¢ Mandatory Convention Meeting on Monday, February 12th at 7:00 pm in the Upper Church for all teens attending the Diocesan Youth Convention and their parent(s).
¢ Public Policy Day - Tuesday, March 13th - This annual meeting is for Catholic Teens who are interested in learning more about government, helping to create a better and more just society, and meeting others who will share their values. The event takes place in Albany, New York and is free of charge. Participants will be meeting with State Legislatures and will attend workshops with other Catholic youths. Registered teens will leave on Monday, March 12th and return Tuesday, March 13th in the evening. A mandatory training workshop will be held Saturday, March 3rd, from 10:00 to 1:30 pm at the Catholic Center, downtown. Register as soon as possible.
Opportunities to Deepen Your Faith During Lent …
¢ Lenten Scripture Series - Join us for a look at the Scripture Readings on four Sunday's during Lent. Our sessions are informal and include refreshments. You can come to listen, to ask questions, or give comments. The series will be held in the Church Library from 10:30-11:30 on the following Sundays: Sunday, February 25th, March 11th, 18th, and 25th.
¢ Mission VI is a parish 8-evening retreat from March 24t-31st. Teens in grades 10 and up are invited to attend. Mission is free and takes place at Christ the King Church, and begins at 7:00 pm. Please contact the Rectory (839-1430) to register.

KNITTERS WANTED! - The Prayer Shawl Ministry has knitted, blessed and distributed over 400 prayer shawls to those who are sick, grieving or going through a difficult time. In order to keep up with the demand, we need knitters or crocheters who are willing to spend a couple of hours a week doing what we love to do. We meet every Wednesday evening in the Church Library from 7:00-9:00 p.m. All you need to bring are needles - size 11 or 13 - we supply the yarn.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND ONE HOUR WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT: "Fear not to accept Christ in your daily work. Fear not to accept Him in your 'world'." - Pope John Paul II, Fear Not - Thoughts on Living in Today's World.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
1) Thank you for relief in our daughter's situation so promptly.
2) Thank you for the help & guidance you gave my family during this difficult time.

ANNULMENT WRITING WORKSHOP - Having trouble writing your annulment papers? There will be an Annulment Writing Workshop on Friday, February 16th and Saturday, February 17th at St. Benedict's. For information or to register, call Barbara Wyse at 633-7786.

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2006 - If you need a Financial Statement for 2006 for tax purposes, please put a note in the collection basket, or send a note to the Rectory.

MASSES
SAT., February 3 - Blaise, bishop, martyr; Ansgar, bishop
Lower 4:30 pm Paul Orrange - Virginia Harder

SUN., February 4 - Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 am Matthew and Margaret Russo - Tom & Renée Villa
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Peter David Ray - Family
Lower 11:00 Casey Warren - Wife and children
Upper 12:15 pm William Huber - Mr. & Mrs. Hap Speers

MON., February 5 - Agatha, virgin, martyr
6:55 am Eugene Sia - Michelle, Joe, Pat, and Sean Allen
8:00 Edward A. Smith - Myrella Nagel
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., February 6 - Paul Miki, priest, and companions
6:55 a.m. Robert Saldanha - Jim & Jeanne Slough
8:00 Angelo F. Suozzi - Family
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

WED., February 7 - Weekday, Fifth Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 am Jeannette Cunningham - Angela Coppola
8:00 Mary Norman - Mel Pauly
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., February 8 - Jerome Emiliani, priest; Josephine Bakhita, virgin
6:55 am Anthony Amota, Jr. - Rolene Cohen
8:00 am Charolette Balczarek - Terry & Mike Ray
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

FRI., February 9 - Weekday, Fifth Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 am Edward Zimpfer, Jr. - Family
8:00 Santina Siano - Family
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:45 am Mass

SAT., February 10 - Scholastica, virgin
Lower 4:30 pm John and Anne Hard - Debbie & Libbie

SUN., February 11 - Sixth Sunday of Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 am Paul Johnson - Mark, Monica & Mark Jr.
Lower 9:30 Marie Scherrer - Family
Lower 11:00 ANNIV. Kenneth Koessler - Steve & Katie Juhasz
Upper 12:15 pm Special Intention

IN THIS SEASON OF COLDS AND FLU, SNEEZING AND COUGHING… If you are sick, it would be better for you to remain at home, rather than coming to church and spreading your germs. If you have a cold, please do not receive the Precious Blood at Mass or extend the Sign of Peace until you are well. REMEMBER: If you have difficulty getting around in good weather, please stay home when it is icy or snowy. God understands.

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF February 11, 2007
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR
The Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Jeremiah 17:5-8
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 15:12, 16-20
Gospel - Luke 6:17, 20-26

NEXT SUNDAY: Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - 1 Samuel 26:2, 7-9, 12-13, 22-23
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 15:45-49
Gospel - Luke 6:27-38

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

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Kay Barone, Charlie Basil, Erik Batzloff, Tom Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Gary Blaser, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Alexis Bruno, Mary Capozzi, Robert Caprio, Dale Carlos, Frieda Clark, Barbara Cocca, Arthur Cologgi, Eileen Conlon, Josephine Coppola, John Covey, Sharon Curtin, Ronald Donnelly, Brian Downey, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Lola Dudzic, Mary Fazekas, Leah Rose Fitzpatrick, Joanne Fleischauer, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Susan Friedhaber-Hard, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Nicholas Paul Giangreco, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Eleanor Gottstein, Susan Griffo, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, Jim Holden, Maureen Hutchinson, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, George Jordan, John Kaczorowski, Adele Kapuza, Anita Keenen, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, Margaret Lennon, John Lintner, Anne Lundy, John Lyons, James Mahoney, Jim Maisano, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Mark Ohler, Emily Olkowski, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Concetta Petrie, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Isabelle Katherine Robida, Stephen E. Rubach, Philip Sammaco, Tina Scalia, Marie Schmidt, Dorothy Shareno, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, Ray Skelly, Connie Smith, Mary Snyder, Laura Spielman, Julie Styrzo, Josephine Syracuse, Lois Todaro, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Edgar Villa, Jason Walczak, Michael V. Walters, Kevin Weidner, Arthur Wenerowicz, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends. especially:
Msgr. Martin Caine (retired Diocesan priest), Rev. Joel Campbell OFM (Chaplin at Bishop Timon-St. Jude High School), John Covey (husband of Dolores Covey), Norbert J. Neu (brother of Rev. Msgr Leon Neu), and Tilda Schiavone (aunt of Ugo Del Sorbo);
…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.

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2006 - If you need a Financial Statement for 2006 for tax purposes, please put a note in the collection basket, or send a note to the Rectory.

$ 11,114 - Collection - January 28, 2007
12,835 - Weekly Budget
$ (1,41,9) - Under Budget

$ (5,302) - Under Budget YTD

CHURCH IN CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE - The second collection today is to aid the Church in Central and Eastern Europe. Proceeds from this collection go directly to support seminaries, social service programs, youth ministry, pastoral centers, church restoration, and the spreading of the Gospel message through the mass media. Please be generous.

DONUT SALE - After the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. Masses today, the CTK 8th grade class will be having a Krispie Creme Doughnut sale. A box of a dozen doughnuts will be $6. Plan to enjoy a yummy treat after mass.

ROSARY AND ALTAR SOCIETY - Our Rosary and Altar Members are invited to St. Benedict's Altar & Rosary Meeting this Monday, February 12th at 1:30 pm in the School Cafeteria (off the Eggert Road Entrance). Their guest speaker is Trudy Stern, of True-Teas. She will give a talk on the history of tea. If interested in attending call Nancy Eberhard at 634-9031

BIBLE BUDDIES - You and your pre-school children, ages 2-4 are invited to join us on either Wednesday, February 14th or Thursday, February 15th in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library (please enter through the double doors off the inside parking lot). 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 details.

ROSARY FOR LIFE - Next Saturday, February 17th, the Rosary for Life will be recited after the 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Leo's Church (885 Sweet home Rd). The CTK Respect Life Ministry invites everyone to attend the mass and to participate in this devotion.

NEXT PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS - The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Tuesday, February 20th at 7:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. If you are planning to attend, call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Dr

CHILDREN'S CHOIR - Children in grades 3-8 who are interested in participating in a choir for Easter should attend rehearsal in the Music Room at 8:45 a.m. on Sunday, March 4th. Questions? Call Adria Ryan at 839-1430.

FUEL COLLECTION
Next weekend will be the annual Fuel Collection to help our parish pay for our expensive fuel bills - especially after the recent cold snap. Please be generous.

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
At the 9:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, February 25th, the First Sunday of Lent, our RCIA catechumens and candidates - Rachel Carroll, Heidi Cheston, Jeff Cheston, Diana Galdon, Cory Herzog, and Jeremy Wolford - will participate in the Rite of Sending. At that time, their sponsors will ratify that they are ready for the Sacraments of Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. At 2:00 p.m. they will join the other candidates from the Buffalo Diocese at St. Amelia's Church, where Bishop Edward Kmiec will receive them in the liturgical Rite of Election. Please pray for our catechumens and candidates, so that their faith and conversion to God will continue to grow.

SUNDAY, MARCH 18, 2007: SAVE THIS DATE FOR A CELEBRATION
It's No Secret!! … Msgr. Lichtenthal will be celebrating his 70th birthday on March 17th, AND retiring on May 1st.
To thank Msgr. for his years of service here at Christ the King (pastor since November, 1992), as well as to celebrate his 70th birthday, the parish has set Sunday, March 18th to honor him. There will be a reception in Mooney Hall (School Gym) from 1:30-4:00 p.m. All parishioners are invited to come.
If you have any photos that you wish to share for a collage we will be creating, please drop them off at the Rectory or put them through the Rectory mail slot. Please note that the pictures will not be returned.

LENT IS COMING - Plan to attend the vicariate-sponsored Lenten Lecture Series on the first five Mondays of Lent at 7:30 p.m. in various parishes. The theme for this year's program is "The Beatitudes in Today's World". Mark your calendar! Plan to come and bring family members and friends.

ARE YOU LIVING THE FULLNESS OF THE FAITH? - CTK and St. Leo's Respect Life Ministries will host a 4-part series on "Living the Fullness of the Faith", which is related to the Theology of the Body. Former WLOF station manager, and owner of the Upper Room Catholic Books & Treasures store, Michael Denz, will be the presenter. Michael holds a master's degree in Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville and last year he brought to CTK Parish a 4-part series on Pope John Paul II's revolutionary Theology of the Body. Location and Time the same for all dates: St. Leo's Parish Holy Family Wing, Room #111 from 7:30-9:00 p.m. Questions? Call Dolores Kurzdorfer (835-2387) or Maureen Pratt (836-0736). Scheduled dates are: Tuesday, February 20th - Top 10 Things to Grow in your Faith; Tuesday, February 27th - Struggling to Pray; Tuesday, March 6th - Yours, Mine, and Ours: Recognizing God's Call in your Life; Tuesday, March 13th - Eucharist

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Classes for Religious Education on Monday, February 12th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 pm
Grades 6 & 7: 7:00-8:15 pm
¢ Grade 9: Classes will meet today, February 11th teachers have contacted students in regard to time and place for class.
¢ Grade 2 - Today we will begin to list the names of the children who will be making their First Reconciliation. We ask that our parish community pray for these children as they complete their final preparation for this sacrament, which they will receive on Saturday, March 6th. The following students are in Ms. Christine Migliaccio's class: Laura Battaglia, Natalie Bucholtz, Alyssa Bush, Joshua Cheston, Cameron Ciesielski, Gabrielle Cleary, John Falvey, Stephanie Forbes, Emily Gerstenzang, Thomas Gioia, Michael Greco, Megan Grundtisch, Benjamin Jarmusz, Julianna Kersten, Alexander Kracker, Clare Lyons, Elena Marotto, James Metzger, Hannah Mikulec Michael O'Neill, Marissa Polino, Emma Rose Pyrak, Lauren Reinhardt, Haley Runckel, Lauren E. Schepperly, J. Bowman Stroud, Cecelia Szumski, Joseph Tomczak, Catherine Uba, Joshua Whipple, and Harrison Zeisz.
¢ Missing Videos - The Religious Education Department is missing a few videos. If you have borrowed any videos on the Saints or the video: The Toy that Saved Christmas, please check and see if you still have it at home.

VOCATION VIEWS - Happy are those who know they need God. Happy, too, those who live faithfully the vocation of the life-commitment God calls them to, be it married, single, religious or priesthood. If God is calling you, call Fr. Walter Szcesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
¢ Wednesday, February 14th - Valentines Day Parties
¢ Planning Ahead…No School next week, February 19 - 23rd - Winter Break

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YOUTH NEWS
For into on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Public Policy Day - Tuesday, March 13th - This annual meeting is for Catholic Teens who are interested in learning more about government, helping to create a better and more just society, and meeting others who will share their values. The event takes place in Albany, New York and is free of charge. Participants will be meeting with State Legislatures and will attend workshops with other Catholic youths. Registered teens will leave on Monday, March 12th and return Tuesday, March 13th in the evening. A mandatory training workshop will be held Saturday, March 3rd, from 10:00 to 1:30 pm at the Catholic Center, downtown. Register as soon as possible.
¢ Young Christians at Work - April 3rd-7th - This program run by the Diocesan Youth Department is an intensive service & training program during Holy Week. Participants will live at Harvest House on Seneca Street and will spend each day serving people in need in various locations in the Buffalo area. The rest of each day is spent learning about Catholic social teaching through hands-on activities and discussions. Shared work, prayer, and community living are important parts of the week. Participants must be age 15 and older. Cost is $145 and includes room, board, tuition, and transportation to and from work sites. Early bird registration is $130 before March 9th. All Registrations are due by March 23rd.
Opportunities to Deepen Your Faith During Lent …
¢ Lenten Scripture Series - Join us for a look at the Scripture Readings on four Sunday's during Lent. Our sessions are informal and include refreshments. You can come to listen, to ask questions, or give comments. The series will be held in the Church Library from 10:30-11:30 on the following Sundays: Sunday, February 25th, March 11th, 18th, and 25th.
¢ Mission VI is a parish 8-evening retreat from March 24t-31st. Teens in grades 10 and up are invited to attend. Mission is free and takes place at Christ the King Church, and begins at 7:00 pm. Please contact the Rectory (839-1430) to register.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND ONE HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
Seek guidance on what the Lord wants you to do with your life.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
1) Thank you for the successful sale of our home;
2) Thank you for my son's changing attitudes;

WE WELCOME THE APOLLONIA GUILD who are attending the 9:30 a.m. Mass today. These dentists donate their services to the needy.

MASSES
SAT., February 10 - Scholastica, virgin
Lower 4:30 pm John and Anne Hard - Debbie & Libbie

MON., February 12 - Weekday, 6th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 am Special Intention - Bruce & Norine De'Aeth
8:00 ANNIV. Catherine Syracuse - Josephine Syracuse
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., February 13 - Weekday, 6th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Carol Helfer - The Ulrich Family
8:00 John Scholterer - Family

*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass
WED., February 14 - Cyril and Methodius, bishops
6:55 am Intention of All Souls - Parish Intentions
8:00 Ellen Polk - Mike & Karen Gould
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., February 15 - Weekday, 6th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 am Daniel Gaughan - Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Schierer
8:00 am John and Vera Przmieliewski - Joe & Justine Przmieliewski
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

FRI., February 16 - Weekday, 6th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 am Joseph and Ruth Meyer - Carl & Ruth Schneggenburger
8:00 Mary Horan Roach - The Horan Family
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:45 am Mass

SAT., February 17 - Seven Servite Founders
Lower 4:30 pm Mr. & Mrs. Charles Cumella - Family

SUN., February 18 - Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 am Dominica Benedetti - The Brechtel Family
Lower 9:30 Dr. Daniel Szymoniak - Bob & Kathy Morber
Lower 11:00 Winona Sullivan - Family
Upper 12:15 pm ANNIV. Mary Egner - daughter, Judith Egner

GUIDELINES TO STRENGTHEN OUR CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
During the last several weeks, our attention has been directed toward the future of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Buffalo. The vital importance of educating all our children is at the heart of our mission as a parish. We presently have 289 students in our school, 500 students in the Faith Formation Program (religious education). We must be good stewards of our resources to affect the lives of all our parishioners.
The Department of Catholic Education and the Office of Finance for the Diocese forwarded to all parishes guidelines and financial initiatives to strengthen our schools. These guidelines will be the framework from which our Parish, Finance Council and Parish Staff will direct our school into the future. Listed below are some of those guidelines:
" By the 2009-2010 academic year, tuition and fee yield, must be 60% of per pupil cost. The current deficit between per pupil cost and tuition/fees has placed significant stress on parish and school financial stability. Tuition rates should be gradually increased over 3 years to achieve a 60% tuition yield by 2009-2010.
" By 2009-2010, parish subsidy and tuition aid should not exceed 25% of per pupil cost.
" By 2009-2010, mandated service income, fundraising and other revenue sources should be 15% of the per pupil cost.
" Where possible, class size should be managed to attain a minimum size of 20-23 pupils per class. If multiple classes exist in the 10-15 student range, the number of classes should be reduced to maximize class sizes.
" Tuition bills should communicate the actual per pupil cost, parish subsidy/tuition aid and net tuition costs to families. Families should be asked to consider making a charitable donation to the parish or school of the difference between the cost per pupil and their tuition rate. These funds may then be directed to assist other families in need.

Increasing tuition rates and managing proper class sizes are difficult but necessary financial actions that must be taken to ensure financial viability of schools for the future. Historically, the Diocese of Buffalo has charged a tuition rate significantly lower than most dioceses in New York State and the country. We realize that these measures will be a hardship for some of our families. Through effective strategic planning, marketing, recruitment and retention efforts, we will achieve financial stability of schools, and provide tuition aid funds for student with demonstrated need.

"Cursed is the one who trusts in human beings. Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord." - Jeremiah 17

Question of the Week: By what aspect of your life or in which relationships have your felt particularly blessed?

Faith Response: Multiply the power of blessing in the world. Bless children before they sleep, bless meals before they're eaten, bless each new home or workplace or venture in your life;

MISSION - A NEIGHBORHOOD THING!

What do the following people have in common?

Nancy Burns Tom Phillips Tom Corey
Peggy Page Pia O'Cononr Gene O'Connor
Becky Justinger Joann Mikulec Steve Kulczyk
Sharon Kulczyk Joann Greco Rich Greco

These friends/neighbors/parishioners have all made Mission. Over 216 people, including those on this list, made Mission at Christ the King Church. Feel free to talk with someone who has made Mission to hear his or her thoughts and experiences. How were they inspired to make Mission? Would you like to have a share in the peace and love of Christ and your fellow parishioners as they have?
Also, come and make Mission with Msgr. Lichtenthal as he participates in his last Mission at Christ the King Parish.
Mission VI will take place at Christ the King the evenings of Saturday, March 24th - Saturday, March 31st. Participation is limited! Please register soon.

To register, please call the Rectory at 839-1430,
or Steve and Kellie Ulrich at 834-3466.

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF February 18, 2007
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR
The Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - 1 Samuel 26:2, 7-9, 12-13, 22-23
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 15:45-49
Gospel - Luke 6:27-38

NEXT SUNDAY: First Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Deuteronomy 26:4-10
2nd Reading - Romans 10:8-13
Gospel - Luke 4:1-13

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

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Kay Barone, Charlie Basil, Erik Batzloff, Tom Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Gary Blaser, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Alexis Bruno, Mary Capozzi, Robert Caprio, Dale Carlos, Frieda Clark, Barbara Cocca, Arthur Cologgi, Eileen Conlon, Josephine Coppola, John Covey, Sharon Curtin, Ronald Donnelly, Brian Downey, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Lola Dudzic, Mary Fazekas, Leah Rose Fitzpatrick, Joanne Fleischauer, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Susan Friedhaber-Hard, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Nicholas Paul Giangreco, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Eleanor Gottstein, Susan Griffo, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, Jim Holden, Maureen Hutchinson, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, George Jordan, John Kaczorowski, Adele Kapuza, Anita Keenen, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, Margaret Lennon, John Lintner, Anne Lundy, John Lyons, James Mahoney, Jim Maisano, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Mark Ohler, Emily Olkowski, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Concetta Petrie, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Isabelle Katherine Robida, Stephen E. Rubach, Philip Sammaco, Tina Scalia, Marie Schmidt, Dorothy Shareno, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, Ray Skelly, Connie Smith, Mary Snyder, Laura Spielman, Julie Styrzo, Josephine Syracuse, Lois Todaro, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Edgar Villa, Jason Walczak, Michael V. Walters, Kevin Weidner, Arthur Wenerowicz, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends. especially:
…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.

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2006 - If you need a Financial Statement for 2006 for tax purposes, please put a note in the collection basket, or send a note to the Rectory.

$ 12,980 Collection - February 11th
12,835 - Weekly Budget
$ 145 - Over Budget

$( 5,157) - Under Budget YTD

FUEL COLLECTION - Next weekend will be the annual Fuel Collection to help our parish pay for our expensive fuel bills - especially after the recent cold snap. Please be generous.

ST. VINCENT de PAUL CLOTHING BIN - A clothing collection bin has been installed in the large CTK School parking lot (close to Main St.). This is a CLOTHING ONLY bin and no other material of any kind should be placed inside. Please make sure the clothing being donated is usable and in good condition. Clothing should be placed in a plastic bag or a small box. The bin will be emptied weekly by the St. Vincent de Paul trucks. IF you have appliances or household goods, call 882-3360 for a special pickup.

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) - At the 9:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, February 25th, the First Sunday of Lent, our RCIA catechumens and candidates - Rachel Carroll, Diana Galdon, Cory Herzog, and Jeremy Wolford - will participate in the Rite of Sending. At that time, their sponsors will ratify that they are ready for the Sacraments of Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. At 2:00 p.m. they will join the other candidates from the Buffalo Diocese at St. Amelia's Church, where Bishop Edward Kmiec will receive them in the liturgical Rite of Election. Please pray for our catechumens and candidates, so that their faith and conversion to God will continue to grow.

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 feeling, 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. The next Bereavement Support Group will be held in the Church Library, and will consist of six sessions beginning Tuesday, March 6th, and every other Tuesday through Tuesday, May 8th, from 7:00 to approximately 9:00 p.m. For more information call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

ESCAPE SCHOOL - CTK School Parents Guild proudly presents Escape School by Beth Garrish. Escape School is a Nationally Acclaimed Child Abduction Prevention Program featured on the Oprah Winfrey Show, Good Morning America, The View, Hard Copy and others. The Program is intended for both adults and children. Together we can teach our children to be smart, not scared. This free program will be presented on Tuesday, March 6th from 6:30 pm- 7:30 pm in the Chapel Meeting Room. To register, contact Nancy Burns @ 834-0799. RSVP: March 2, 2007. For further information with regard to this program visit: www.escapeschool.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 18, 2007
THE BIRTHDAY AND GOOD-BYE CELEBRATION
Msgr. Lichtenthal will be celebrating his 70th birthday on March 17th, AND retiring on May 1st. To thank Msgr. for his years of service here at Christ the King (pastor since November, 1992), as well as to celebrate his 70th birthday, the parish has set Sunday, March 18th to honor him. Msgr. Lichtenthal will celebrate the 12:15 p.m. Mass, which will then be followed with a reception in Mooney Hall (School Gym) from 1:30-4:00 p.m. All parishioners are invited to come.
If you have any photos that you wish to share for a collage we will be creating, please drop them off at the Rectory or put them through the Rectory mail slot. Please note that the pictures will not be returned.

ARE YOU LIVING THE FULLNESS OF THE FAITH? - CTK and St. Leo's Respect Life Ministries will host a 4-part series on "Living the Fullness of the Faith", which is related to the Theology of the Body. Former WLOF station manager, and owner of the Upper Room Catholic Books & Treasures store, Michael Denz, will be the presenter. Michael holds a master's degree in Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville and last year he brought to CTK Parish a 4-part series on Pope John Paul II's revolutionary Theology of the Body. Location and Time the same for all dates: St. Leo's Parish Holy Family Wing, Room #111 from 7:30-9:00 p.m. Questions? Call Dolores Kurzdorfer (835-2387) or Maureen Pratt (836-0736). Scheduled dates are: Tuesday, February 20th - Top 10 Things to Grow in your Faith; Tuesday, February 27th - Struggling to Pray; Tuesday, March 6th - Yours, Mine, and Ours: Recognizing God's Call in your Life; Tuesday, March 13th - Eucharist

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
¢ There are no Religious education s classes on Monday, February 19th. Classes will resume on Monday, February 26th.
¢ Grade 2 - The following list are the names of children who will be making their First Reconciliation. We ask that our parish community pray for these children as they complete their final preparation for this sacrament, which they will receive on Saturday, March 3rd. The following students are in Mrs. Kelly Maley's class: Erin Cocca, Gina Fahey, Clare Mangubat, Megan Marafino, Kayla Mayer, Molly Minigell, Emily Morina, Claire Mullane, Julia Myszkiewicz, Victoria Pizzuto, Erik Regan, Jacob Schultz, Zachary Stockman, Zachary Tojek, Michael Walsh, and Brendan Weinholtz.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
The School will be closed this week -
February 19th - President's Day
February 20th - 23rd - Winter Break - Enjoy and be safe!

CHILDREN'S CHOIR
Children in grades 3-8 who are interested in participating in a choir for Easter should attend rehearsal in the Music Room at 8:45 a.m. on Sunday, March 4th. Questions? Call Adria Ryan at 839-1430.

CHRIST THE KING FISH FRY
On Friday, March 2nd the CTK Parent's Guild will be holding their annual Lenten Fish Fry, from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm in the School Gym. Fish Fry dinners are $7.50 each and Children's Chicken Finger dinners are $5.00 each. Please return this form with the payment.

Name ____________________________________________________________________

_______ Number of Fish Fry dinners at $7.50 each

_______ Number of Children's Chicken Finger dinners at $5.00 each

$______ Total Amount - Please make checks payable to Christ the King Parent's Guild.

All Orders Due by Monday, February 26th
Take-outs are available upon request, but we would prefer to see everyone there!

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND ONE HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
"O what treasures of grace would you receive, devout soul, if you only entertain yourself with Jesus [in the Holy Eucharist] for an hour." - St. Alphonsus Liguori

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
1) Thank you for answering my friend's prayers;
2) Thank you for my daughter's reunion with her husband;

ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19th there will be only one Mass at 8:00 a.m. Also the Rectory will be closed on Monday.

MASSES
SAT., February 17 - Seven Servite Founders
Lower 4:30 pm Mr. & Mrs. Charles Cumella - Family

MON., February 19 - Weekday, 7th Week in Ordinary Time
No 6:55 a.m. Mass
8:00 Mary Ann Miller - Josephine & Margaret Riso
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., February 20 - Weekday, 7th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Paul Howlett - Bob Barton
8:00 Gene Ludden - Catherine Barone
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

WED., February 21 - Ash Wednesday
6:55 am Robert Smith - William Prentice, Inc.
8:00 Mike Capozzi - Tom & Renée Villa
12:00 Noon Paula Donaldson - Allen & Yvonne Scherer
5:30 p.m. Joseph Flynn - Janet Collins
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., February 22 - Chair of St. Peter, apostle
6:55 am Zanek Shahee - Joe & Justine Przmieliewski
8:00 am Terry Militello - The Militello Family
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

FRI., February 23 - Polycard, bishop, martyr
6:55 am Rosemary Fassler - The Militello Family
8:00 ANNIV. Elizabeth Syracuse - Josephine Syracuse
7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:45 am Mass

SAT., February 24 - Vigil for First Sunday of Lent
Lower 4:30 pm Neil and Irene Cain - daughter, Betty

SUN., February 25 - First Sunday of Lent
Upper 8:00 am Cornelius McGuillicuddy - The Nazareth Family
Lower 9:30 Scout Sunday
Lower 11:00 Marian Coniglio - Family
Upper 12:15 pm Mary M. Klipfel - daughter, Geraldine

ASH WEDNESDAY - This Wednesday February 21st is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the Season of Lent and a day of fast and abstinence. Masses will be at 6:55, 8:00, Noon and 5:30 p.m. Ashes will only be distributed after Mass. A collection will be taken for Black and Native Americans at all Masses. Please be generous.

THE "LITTLE BLACK BOOK" booklets with daily Lenten reflections for adults are available in the back of church. A separate "Little Purple Book for Children" is also geared toward children, and contains daily activities. Supply is limited, so please share one with your family.

RULES AND OBLIGATIONS DURING LENT
Days of Abstinence - Those over the age of 14 are required to abstain from eating meat on
Ash Wednesday, all Fridays during Lent, and Good Friday.
Days of Fast - Those between the ages of 18 through 59, are asked to limit themselves to one full meatless meal, and two smaller meals on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday
Acts of Self-Denial & Kindness - Acts of self-denial are encouraged on a voluntary basis. Acts may include daily Mass, prayer, fasting, spiritual study, Lenten Devotions, the Rosary, Stations of the Cross and deeds of mercy and kindness.
Easter Duty - Between February 25th (the first Sunday of Lent) and June 3rd (Trinity Sunday) you are required to receive the Holy Eucharist, at least once.
Eucharistic Fast - Everyone (in good health) is required at all times, to fast 1 hour from foods & liquids, before receiving the Holy Eucharist. Water & medicine never break the fast.

THE FOLLOWING SHOULD ALSO BE NOTED:
OTHER FRIDAYS OF THE YEAR: Catholics should be reminded that all other Fridays of
the year, remain as days of penance, in prayerful remembrance of the Passion of Jesus Christ.
OBLIGATION: The obligation which we have as members of the Church to do penance is
a serious one.

"The measure with which you measure will in return be measured out to you." - Luke 6

Question of the Week: Which enemies are hardest for you to love?

Faith Response: Choose deliberately between the "earthly" person and the "heavenly" one within you each time you make a decision. Keep any eye out for those seven sins: pride, envy, anger, sloth, greed, gluttony, and lust; that can be fatal to the heavenly person!

LENT IS COMING
instead of giving up something this year, come to a Lenten Lecture! Weekly talks are on the Beatitudes in Today's World. Plan to attend the vicariate-sponsored Lenten Lecture Series on the first five Mondays of Lent at 7:30 p.m. in various parishes. The first lecture will be on Monday, February 26th at St. John the Baptist Church - 1085 Englewood, Kenmore. Fr. Ron Sajdak will help us understand what it means to be clean of heart. The other lectures are on Monday, March 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th. Learn more about your Catholic faith. Discover new dimensions in your relationship with God and the church. No Cost. No reservations required. Refreshments will follow the lecture.

HAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT
WHAT YOU'RE GOING TO DO FOR LENT?
Lent is a great time to "turn it up a notch" in your faith journey.
What: Consider making MISSION.
Where: Christ the King.
When: March 24th - March 31st
What time: From 7 pm-10 pm each evening.
Why: This is truly a renewal and deepening of your understanding of our Faith as Catholics and a greater awareness of Jesus in your life.
How: Share Him in a community of people who try to be more Jesus centered in their everyday lives.
Reason: Get reacquainted with the Lord on a personal basis, to see, feel and be comforted by His presence.
One more: This is for you! With all the pressures of daily activities MISSION offers a chance to take a retreat from life and focus on your Faith.

To register, please call the Rectory at 839-1430,
or Steve and Kellie Ulrich at 834-3466.

YOU SAY: "I don't have enough faith."
GOD SAYS: I've given everyone a measure of faith. - Romans 12:3

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF February 25, 2007
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR

The First Sunday in Lent

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: First Sunday of Lent
1st Reading - Deuteronomy 26:4-10
2nd Reading - Romans 10:8-13
Gospel - Luke 4:1-13

NEXT SUNDAY: Second Sunday of Lent
1st Reading - Genesis 15: 5-12, 17-18
2nd Reading - Philippians 3: 17 - 4:1
Gospel - Luke 9:28b-36

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

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Kay Barone, Charlie Basil, Erik Batzloff, Tom Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Gary Blaser, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Alexis Bruno, Mary Capozzi, Robert Caprio, Dale Carlos, Frieda Clark, Barbara Cocca, Arthur Cologgi, Eileen Conlon, Josephine Coppola, John Covey, Sharon Curtin, Ronald Donnelly, Brian Downey, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Lola Dudzic, Mary Fazekas, Leah Rose Fitzpatrick, Joanne Fleischauer, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Susan Friedhaber-Hard, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Nicholas Paul Giangreco, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Eleanor Gottstein, Susan Griffo, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, Jim Holden, Maureen Hutchinson, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, George Jordan, John Kaczorowski, Adele Kapuza, Anita Keenen, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, Margaret Lennon, John Lintner, Anne Lundy, John Lyons, James Mahoney, Jim Maisano, Arthur Maloney, Mathilde Martin, Marie Marzolino, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Mark Ohler, Emily Olkowski, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Concetta Petrie, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Isabelle Katherine Robida, Stephen E. Rubach, Philip Sammaco, Tina Scalia, Marie Schmidt, Dorothy Shareno, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, Ray Skelly, Connie Smith, Mary Snyder, Laura Spielman, Julie Styrzo, Josephine Syracuse, Lois Todaro, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Edgar Villa, Jason Walczak, Michael V. Walters, Kevin Weidner, Arthur Wenerowicz, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Leah Jones-Kreinheder; and Clifford Matteson (Father-in-law of Rich Duran);
…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.

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2006 - If you need a Financial Statement for 2006 for tax purposes, please put a note in the collection basket, or send a note to the Rectory.

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
At the 9:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, February 25th, the First Sunday of Lent, our RCIA catechumens and candidates - Rachel Carroll, Diana Galdon, Cory Herzog, and Jeremy Wolford - will participate in the Rite of Sending. At that time, their sponsors will ratify that they are ready for the Sacraments of Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. At 2:00 p.m. they will join the other candidates from the Buffalo Diocese at St. Amelia's Church, where Bishop Edward Kmiec will receive them in the liturgical Rite of Election. Please pray for our catechumens and candidates, so that their faith and conversion to God will continue to grow.

ROSARY AND ALTAR SOCIETY
Friday of this week is the First Friday for the month of March. Masses will be at 6:55 and 8:45 a.m. After mass the Rosary and Altar Society will meet in the Church Library to recite the Rosary, and will then go to the Wehrle Restaurant for a Dutch-treat breakfast. For reservations, please call Virginia Harder at 839-0230 before noon on Thursday, March 1st. All women of the parish are invited.

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 feeling, 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. The next Bereavement Support Group will be held in the Church Library, and will consist of six sessions beginning Tuesday, March 6th, and every other Tuesday through Tuesday, May 8th, from 7:00 to approximately 9:00 p.m. For more information call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

YOUTH CONVENTION UPDATE
11 teens from CTK represented our parish at the 55th Annual Diocesan Youth Convention last weekend. Our parish Souper Bowl collection provided the essential items needed to compile 63 complete welcome packages for the Convention service project - "Welcome A Stranger - A Collection for Migrant Workers".
CTK Teen Youth Group was honored as one of the 6 recipients from parishes throughout the Diocese to receive the Ed Argy Award for Community Service. This recognition is presented to parishes who demonstrate that service is an important part of their Youth Ministry program. Our Coffee House for "War Kids Relief" was cited for this award as an outstanding example of a community service event that exemplifies Jesus' Mission of serving the needs of others in the world. Totally planned and hosted by our teens, this event was held last spring and raised over $700 for children in Iraqi Orphanages.
In addition we wish to thank Jeff and Beth Ann Testa who chaperoned the entire weekend and helped make it a great experience for our teens.

SUNDAY, MARCH 18, 2007
THE BIRTHDAY AND GOOD-BYE CELEBRATION
Msgr. Lichtenthal will be celebrating his 70th birthday on March 17th, AND retiring on May 1st. To thank Msgr. for his years of service here at Christ the King (pastor since November, 1992), as well as to celebrate his 70th birthday, the parish has set Sunday, March 18th to honor him. Msgr. Lichtenthal will celebrate the 12:15 p.m. Mass, which will then be followed with a reception in Mooney Hall (School Gym) from 1:30-4:00 p.m. All parishioners are invited to come.
If you have any photos that you wish to share for a collage we will be creating, please drop them off at the Rectory or put them through the Rectory mail slot. Please note that the pictures will not be returned.

VOCATION VIEWS - Jesus was led b the Holy Spirit into the desert for forty day so f prayer and fasting. are you open to being led by the Holy Spirit into the life-commitment God has prepared for you? If God is calling you, call Fr. Walter Szcesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
Monday, February 26th - Grade 4 - Character Development Presentation
Wednesday, February 28th - Grades 6, 7, and 8 will go to Rockwell Hall to see
"Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad"
Thursday, March 1st - Progress Reports will be mailed
Friday, March 2nd - Students will attend 8:45 Mass prepared by Gr. 5; Noon Dismissal
Fish Fry from 5:00-7:30 in School Gym
Saturday, March 3rd - Congratulations to our 2nd Grade class as they receive the Sacrament of
Reconciliation for the first time.

CHRIST THE KING FISH FRY
On Friday, March 2nd the CTK Parent's Guild will be holding their annual Lenten Fish Fry, from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm in the School Gym. Fish Fry dinners are $7.50 each and Children's Chicken Finger dinners are $5.00 each. Please return this form with the payment.

Name ____________________________________________________________________

_______ Number of Fish Fry dinners at $7.50 each

_______ Number of Children's Chicken Finger dinners at $5.00 each

$______ Total Amount - Please make checks payable to Christ the King Parent's Guild.

All Orders Due by Monday, February 26th
Take-outs are available upon request.

YOUTH NEWS
For into on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Young Christians at Work - April 3rd-7th - This program run by the Diocesan Youth Department is an intensive service & training program during Holy Week. Participants will live at Harvest House on Seneca Street and will spend each day serving people in need in various locations in the Buffalo area. The rest of each day is spent learning about Catholic social teaching through hands-on activities and discussions. Shared work, prayer, and community living are important parts of the week. Participants must be age 15 and older. Cost is $145 and includes room, board, tuition, and transportation to and from work sites. Early bird registration is $130 before March 9th. All Registrations are due by March 23rd.
Opportunities to Deepen Your Faith During Lent …
¢ Lenten Scripture Series - Join us for a look at the Scripture Readings on four Sunday's during Lent. Our sessions are informal and include refreshments. You can come to listen, to ask questions, or give comments. The series will be held in the Church Library from 10:30-11:30 on the following Sundays: Sunday, February 25th, March 11th, 18th, and 25th.
¢ Mission VI is a parish 8-evening retreat from March 24t-31st. Teens in grades 10 and up are invited to attend. Mission is free and takes place at Christ the King Church, and begins at 7:00 pm. Please contact the Rectory (839-1430) to register.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND ONE HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
Tell Him your failures. Ask for help. Then listen.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
1) Thank you for helping me find you again.
2) Thank you for healing my back, so that I could return to work;

MASSES
SAT., February 24 - Vigil for First Sunday of Lent
Lower 4:30 pm Neil and Irene Cain - daughter, Betty

MON., February 26 - Weekday, 1st Week of Lent
6:55 am. The Kersten Family
8:00 Edward M. Flynn - Betty & Mike Flynn
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., February 27 - Weekday, 1st Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Donald Voland - The Podwika Family
8:00 ANNIV. Dr. Thomas Syracuse - Josephine Syracuse
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

WED., February 28 - Weekday, 1st Week of Lent
6:55 am Peter Carini - Family
8:00 ANNIV. Stephen Kinsley - Bob & Linda Maslona
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., March 1 - Weekday, 1st Week of Lent
6:55 am Mr. & Mrs. Charles Cumella - Family
8:00 am Annette Nice - Mike McGuire & Family
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

FRI., March 2 - Weekday, 1st Week of Lent
6:55 am Hella Potter - Estate
8:00 Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Mikulec - Robert & JoAnn Mikulec
7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:45 am Mass

SAT., March 3 - Weekday, 1st Week of Lent
11:00 a.m. Sacrament of First Reconciliation
1:00 p.m. Sacrament of First Reconciliation
Lower 4:30 pm Stan Pearson - Family

SUN., March 4 - Second Sunday of Lent
Upper 8:00 am Elizabeth Saeli - Beth, Melissa, Meg and Claire
Lower 9:30 Dr. John P. and Florence T. Kelly - Pat Kelly
Lower 11:00 Mary Stoj - Family
Upper 12:15 pm Sister M. Emil - Vic & JoAnne Lichtenthal

CTK PARISH LENTEN SERVICE PROJECT
Time and time again, CTK parishioners generously share their time and talent. The Grace received in return is undeniable! This Lenten Season, our parish wishes to combine our efforts, and hope that you'll join us!
Please join our parish community by participating in one of the following service projects: an Easter Card for the VA Hospital; helping to supervise the Children's Liturgy; a special hour at the Adoration Chapel; making Mission VI - March 24th-31st; participating in the Easter liturgy as a singer or musician; helping at St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room; volunteering at Habitat for Humanity; decorating the Altar for Easter; or knitting a Prayer Shawl.
This project should be noted one of the yellow Lenten Service Project sheets, which are located in the vestibule of the Church, near the Library next to our new "Peace Post" Mailbox.

CIRCLE THIS DATE
Saturday, March 17th is the date of the annual CTK Lenten Mini-Retreat, sponsored by the Holy Name Society. The retreat begins with an 8:00 a.m. Mass and will conclude before Noon. The topic this year is A Lenten Experience, and Rev. Msgr. Dino Lorenzetti, a retired Diocesan priest, is returning as the retreat leader. He is known for his reverence, wit, compassion and religious intellect. Plan to attend this mini-Retreat. There is no admission and no pre-registration is required.

"Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved." - Romans 10

Question of the Week: What makes a desert landscape ideal for the spiritual symbolism of Lent?

Faith Response: Be thoughtful and deliberate in your Lenten observance this year. Choose positive spiritual practices - participating in prayer, reconciliation, Stations of the Cross, self-improvements - but also make room for self-denial.

LENTEN LECTURE SERIES
instead of giving up something this year, come to a Lenten Lecture! Weekly talks are on the Beatitudes in Today's World. Plan to attend the vicariate-sponsored Lenten Lecture Series on the first five Mondays of Lent at 7:30 p.m. in various parishes. The first lecture will be on Monday, February 26th at St. John the Baptist Church - 1085 Englewood, Kenmore. Fr. Ron Sajdak will help us understand what it means to be clean of heart. The other lectures are on Monday, March 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th. Learn more about your Catholic faith. Discover new dimensions in your relationship with God and the church. No Cost. No reservations required. Refreshments will follow the lecture.

To register, please call the Rectory at 839-1430,
or Steve and Kellie Ulrich at 834-3466.