Bulletins for Jan: 8,   15,   22,  29

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Mary the Mother of God / New Year's Day
1st Reading - Numbers 6:22-27
2nd Reading - Galatians 4:4-7
Gospel - Luke 2:16-21

NEXT SUNDAY: Epiphany of the Lord
1st Reading - Isaiah 60:1-6
2nd Reading - Ephesians 3:1-3a, 5-6
Gospel - Matthew 2:1-12

"The Lord bless you and keep you! The Lord look upon you kindly and give you peace!"

Question of the Week: What is your personal story, and how is it a holy story?

Faith Response: Take five minutes for silence every day and breathe deeply. You may want to focus on a religious object, the view from your window, or close you eyes. Tell your story to God, and ask for a blessing on your journey.

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Linda Beardi, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Maria Borowski, Alexis Bruno, Dale Carlos, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Ronald Donnelly, Joe Drew, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Lola Dudzic, Mary Fazekas, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Robert Giolando, Sr. Marie Dolores Gionta, OSF, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Rita Guaftaferro, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Jim Holden, Martha Johns, George Jordan, John Kaczorowski, Anita Keenen, Jim Keenen, Franz Kiefer, Emma Jean Kingston, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, Margaret Lennon, John Lintner, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Leo Masgula, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Brenda Messina, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Lew Novotny, Emily Olkowski, Anne Ortolani, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Concetta Petrie, Patricia Pfalzer, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Isabelle Katherine Robida, Bob Rodgers, Stephen E. Rubach, Tina Scalia, George Ryan Scandurra, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, Paul Steckel, George Strubel, Julie Styrzo, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Amy Tiede, Al Trybus, Dennis Valenti, Joseph Vastola, Edgar Villa, Sally Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Arthur Wenerowicz, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Patricia Austin (Producer of Daybreak Production - Diocesan)
…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 Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

2006
HAPPY NEW YEAR
TO ALL OF OUR FAMILIES!!!
from your Parish Priests, and Staff

THANK YOU!!!
TO ALL WHO HAVE HELPED OUR PARISH WITH THEIR TIME AND TALENTS
We wish to take this opportunity, with the passing of the old year and the dawning of the New Year, to thank everyone who has increased our enjoyment of the Advent and Christmas Seasons. We extend our thanks to:
… Our priests and religious, who have served us throughout the year, including our visiting help: Fr. Edward Dunn, Fr. Daniel O'Leary, and Fr. Robert and Fr. James from the Consolata Mission.
…Those who provided us with the wonderful music this year: Christina Shrewsbury, our Director of Music Ministry, the Adult Choir, the Children's Youth Choir, the Neighborhood Choir, and all the joyful singers and instrumentalists who have prepared, rehearsed and performed special music through this season. Thank you to those who performed in the Advent Chamber Concert Series, and the Lessons and Carols Program.
…The Decorating Committee: Those men and women who gave of their time to decorate the outside and inside of the Church. The churches are very festive and have added to our enjoyment of the Christmas season.
…The Altar Committee: for the wonderful joy the flower arrangements brought us. It is truly a labor of love.
…Dan Staszak, our maintenance Supervisor, who always works above and beyond, especially in this wintry weather. The grounds during the summer are meticulously kept. In the winter, Dan puts many hours into keeping the Church and School entrances clear of snow. His hard work is truly appreciated. Thank you also to Eric Voglmayr who works with Dan to keep the sidewalks clear, and is responsible for the cleaning of the Churches.
…Pat Wiedenbeck, who helps to decorate the front door of the Rectory Office with beautifully decorated wreaths year-round. It is very much appreciated.
…Jim Valone, our parish Webmaster, who weekly puts the bulletin on the Church website.
…To all others, whose quiet reliability helps our parish to function smoothly, not only during the Christmas holidays, but year-round: The Lectors, Eucharistic ministers and Altar Servers, who are organized under Renée Villa, our Pastoral Ministers; the Adult Altar Servers and Mike Summers for arranging coverage for funerals; the Outreach, Bereavement and Prayer Shawl Committees which are run by Linda Maslona; our Parish council Members, CTK Principal JoAnn Mikulec and the School Teachers; Religious Education Director, Peggy Page and the volunteer Teachers, and our Youth Ministers Mary Ann Peer and Debbi Testa.

With out their dedication to these ministries, the everyday operations at the parish would be much more difficult. Thank you, may God keep you, and may the joy of the Christmas season remain with you always;
Msgr. Lichtenthal and Fr. Joe

CALENDARS FOR THE NEW YEAR
CTK calendars for 2006 are now available. Please take one home and refer to it for the Holy Days and phone numbers. Our thanks to Dietrich Funeral Home for providing our parish with the calendars

CTK SENIOR CITIZENS GROUP
The CTK Senior Citizens Group meets in the Chapel Meeting Room for an afternoon of fun on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month. Please join us on Thursday, January 5th, from 1:00-4:00 in the Chapel Meeting Room for an afternoon of coffee and cards - pinochle, bridge, poker, or just to meet other seniors from CTK. Please park in the large parking lot,. Only use the inside parking lot if you are handicapped.

FIRST FRIDAY
Friday of this week is the first Friday for the month of January. Masses are at 6:55 and 8:45 a.m. After mass, the Rosary and Altar Society will recite the Rosary and then go the Wehrle Restaurant for a Dutch-treat breakfast. For reservations call Virginia Harder at 839-0230 before noon on Thursday, January 5th. All Women of the Parish are welcome.

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 the4 Church Library. All parishioners are invited to this breakfast.

MEN'S SCRIPTURE AND PRAYER GROUP
A Scripture and Prayer Group for Men, is offered on the 2nd and 4th Monday evenings of the month, in the Msgr. McMahon Library beginning at 7:30 p.m. An invitation to pray with other Catholic Men from 8:15-9:00 p.m. is also extended. For more details, call Deacon Norm at 839-0322. The next session is on Monday, January 9th.

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

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS
The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Tuesday, January 17th at 7:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Have a Joyous New Year!
There are no Religious Education Classes on Monday, January 2nd. Classes will resume on Monday, January 9th.
Grade 7: Classes will meet on Monday, January 9th. Information will be mailed on Tuesday, January 3rd. Only students who registered in September will receive this mailing.
Grade 9: Classes will meet on Sunday, January 8th. Teachers have contacted their students in regard to time and place for class.

VOCATION VIEW - Mary and Joseph brought froth the Son of God to the world this day. May parents identify with their example, not only by praying faithfully for an increase in religious vocations, but promise God to not stand in the way if God should choose their son or daughter to "follow" Him. If you think God is calling you to do this, call Fr Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
" Tues, Jan. 3rd - School Resumes
" Friday, January 6th - Students will attend 8:45 a.m. Mass (prepared by faculty
-- Noon Dismissal

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Diocesan Youth Convention - This annual 3-day event takes place from Feb. 17th- 19th (on Presidents Day Weekend) at Adam's Mark Hotel, Buffalo. Approximately 900 teens from all over the Diocese attend this weekend, which includes workshops, special liturgies, dances, a coffee house, and awards. This is a great opportunity to come with your friends to learn more about your Catholic faith, meet new people, and increase your understanding of the role of young people in our Church. The Cost is $149 (all inclusive).
Registration will be taken on Sunday Jan. 8th at the Youth group meeting and throughout the week until Sunday Jan. 15th by calling Mrs. Peer at 835-4977. Keep in mind that partial packages are available for those unable to attend the entire weekend. Pricing for partial packages and more detailed convention information can be found online at www.BuffaloDiocese.org/youth. Permission Slips are required and can be found on-line or in the back of Church
¢ Youth Group Meeting - on Sunday, January 8th in the Church Library. Any High School teen is welcome to come. Anyone needing more information or wanting to attend the Diocesan Youth Convention is encouraged to attend.

THE ERIE COUNTY HOME thanks parishioners from CTK for their donations and thoughtfulness. The gifts donated helps to brighten the days of the residents.

EXTRA CALENDARS - This is the time of year when many of us end up with various calendars for the New Year, that we will never use or need. Did you know that many of the patrons of the St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen never own a calendar? If you have any extra calendars, please drop them off at the Rectory - they will be appreciated.

JOURNEY IN FAITH AND GRACE
Timeline and Tasks for Parish and School Restructuring
November 1, 2005 - February 28, 2006: Parish Discernment
" Formal discussion/discernment by parish council, expanded council, or other group of active parishioners. The pastor, in consultation with key parishioners or staff, will decide the composition of the group. Discussion/discernment materials will be provided by the diocese.
" Parishioners will be invited to pray for the success of the discernment process.
" Parishioners will be kept informed about the reasons for pastoral/school reorganization.
" Parishioners will be kept informed about the formal discussions in their parish and proposals to be made to a Regional Cluster and/or Vicariate Council.
" The diocese should be notified as soon as possible of any schools considered nonviable for the2006-2007.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
1) Thank you for acts of kindness;
2) Thank you for the successful, healthy birth of my son.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND
1 HOUR WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
"Love Me, and I will see to it that all things work together for your good … for I know the mind of My Spirit and I am constantly interceding for you according to My will." - Romans 8:27-28

HOW TO GET ALONG - Is there someone in the family or at work that's tough to take? Deacon Don Watkins will explore "Dealing with Difficult People" at the next session of Come and See on Thursday, January 5th at 7:30 pm in St. Benedict Church. Discussion topics include bereavement, divorce and separation, annulments, life issues, questions about HIV/Aid's, problems with the Church, coping with cancer. No cost. No reservations required. For information call 565-2525.

THE PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY meets every Wed. evening from 7-9 pm in the Church Library. Prayer Shawls are knit, blessed and given as gifts to parishioners who are shut-ins, have serious illnesses, or those who have a need to be wrapped in prayers. For details call Linda Maslona at 839-2363. If you can't participate, but wish to help, we would appreciate donations of 3 complete skeins of one color yarn, used to knit a prayer shawl.

ROSARY CHAIN - There are a group of parishioners who pray a daily rosary for special intentions requested through the Parish Rosary Chain. If you have an intention for the Rosary Chain, or if 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 intention private.

THE GIFT OF PRAYER - Special occasion cards are available at the Rectory, which with your prayer of the rosary are available with sentiments for birthdays, weddings, get well, sympathy, thank you, and anniversary of wedding or death. These cards are only $1.50 each.

RECTORY OFFICE HOURS - The Rectory will be closed on Monday, January 2, 2006. It will reopen on Tuesday at 8:30 a.m.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., Dec. 31 - Seventh Day in the Octave of Christmas
Lower 4:30 Mass of Thanksgiving
SUN., Jan. 1, 2006 - Mary, the Mother of God
Upper 8:00 a.m. Mass of Thanksgiving
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Brian Sullivan - Carol & Meggan
Lower 11:00 Hella Potter - Estate
Upper 12:15 p.m. People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal

MON., Jan. 2 - Basil the Great and Gregory Nazieanzen, bishops, doctors
There is no 6:55 a.m. Mass Today
8:00 ANNIV. Maude McCarthy - Tim & Jean McCarthy
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

TUES., Jan. 3 - Most Holy Name of Jesus
6:55 a.m. Genevieve Slack - Estate
8:00 Patricia Wiel - Bob Schnell & Marion Lyons
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

WED., Jan. 4 - Elizabeth Ann Seton, religious
6:55 a.m. Victor Gapinski - Estate
8:00 Ethel Bauer - Mr. & Mrs. Robert Zoeller
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., Jan. 5 - John Neumann, bishop
6:55 a.m. Virginia Gamzuikas - Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Rich & Family
8:00 Thomas Cartney - The DeRosa Family
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., Jan. 6 - Bl. Andre Bessette, religious
6:55 a.m. Michael Perry - The Bochynski Family
8:45 Ethel Bauer - Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Bauer
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:45 am Mass

SAT., Jan. 7 - Raymond of Panafort, priest
Lower 4:30 John Golinski - The Golinski Family
SUN., Jan. 8, 2006 - Epiphany of the Lord
Upper 8:00 a.m. ANNIV. Frank Riso - daughters
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Mathew O'Donnell - Family
Lower 11:00 James J. Murphy - The DeRosa Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. Dr. Arthur Schaefer - Chuck & Shirley Wilson

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Epiphany of the Lord
1st Reading - Isaiah 60:1-6
2nd Reading - Ephesians 3:1-3a, 5-6
Gospel - Matthew 2:1-12

NEXT SUNDAY: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - 1 Samuel 3:3b-10, 19
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 6; 1`3c-15a, 17-20
Gospel - John 1:35-42

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Linda Beardi, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Maria Borowski, Alexis Bruno, Dale Carlos, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Ronald Donnelly, Joe Drew, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Lola Dudzic, Mary Fazekas, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Robert Giolando, Sr. Marie Dolores Gionta, OSF, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Rita Guaftaferro, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Jim Holden, Martha Johns, George Jordan, John Kaczorowski, Anita Keenen, Jim Keenen, Franz Kiefer, Emma Jean Kingston, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, Margaret Lennon, John Lintner, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Leo Masgula, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Brenda Messina, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Lew Novotny, Emily Olkowski, Anne Ortolani, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Concetta Petrie, Patricia Pfalzer, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Isabelle Katherine Robida, Bob Rodgers, Stephen E. Rubach, Tina Scalia, George Ryan Scandurra, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, Paul Steckel, George Strubel, Julie Styrzo, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Amy Tiede, Al Trybus, Dennis Valenti, Joseph Vastola, Edgar Villa, Sally Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Arthur Wenerowicz, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Carol Limburg, Lois McWilliams (sister of Carl Schneggenburger), and Ernest Pearce (father of Kathleen Scherer);
…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 Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

CONGRATULATIONS TO …
Kathleen (Bennett) and Stephen Kondash, who were married in our Church last week. We wish them God's blessings and a happy life together.

SCRAPBOOKING FOR SENIORS
The Scrapbook for Seniors group meets every Monday from 11:00-1:00 p.m., in the Chapel Meeting Room to compile a scrapbook of their most treasured memories and life stories. Parish Outreach will help you organize your photos, mementos, and thoughts. You'll receive a photo album, pen, tape for photographs and sheets to take home. Cost is $10 and you may join at any time. Call Keri Mayer (831-1246) for details.

MEN'S SCRIPTURE AND PRAYER GROUP
A Scripture and Prayer Group for Men, is offered on the 2nd and 4th Monday evenings of the month, in the Msgr. McMahon Library beginning at 7:30 p.m. An invitation to pray with other Catholic Men from 8:15-9:00 p.m. is also extended. For more details, call Deacon Norm at 839-0322. The next session is on Monday, January 9th.

BIBLE BUDDIES
You and your pre-school children ages 2-4 are invited to join us on either Wednesday, January 11th or Thursday, January 12th from 10:00-10:30 in the Chapel Meeting Room (please enter through the single door under the overhang, between the Church and the School). We will share a story with your child and help them to learn more about God and the Bible, and they will make something special to bring home. The two sessions offered are identical, so you may attend either. Please contact Adele Kraus at 839-5340 for more details.

RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY
The next Respect Life Meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 11th at 7:30 p.m. in the Counting Room. Please enter through the glass door on Lamarck Dr. All are welcome.

THE PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
This ministry meets every Wednesday evening from 7-9 pm in the Church Library. Prayer Shawls are knit, blessed and given as gifts to parishioners who are shut-ins, have serious illnesses, or those who have a need to be wrapped in prayers. For details call Linda Maslona at 839-2363. If you can't participate, but wish to help, we would appreciate donations of 3 complete skeins of one color yarn, used to knit a prayer shawl.

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS
The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Tuesday, January 17th at 7:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Classes for Religious Education on Monday, January 9th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Grade 6 & 7: 7:00-8:15 p.m.

Grade 9: Classes will meet on Sunday, January 8th. Teachers have contacted their students in regard to time and place for class.

VOCATION VIEW - The Son of God is manifested to the world first through the visit of the magi. Today God's Son is brought into the world and is present to the world through His Church. If you think God is calling you to a Church vocation, call Fr Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
" Monday, January 9th - Grade 4 begins NY State English Language Arts (ELA) Testing. Test will be administered 9th-13th
" Friday, January 13th - Second Quarter Marks close.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Diocesan Youth Convention - This annual 3-day event takes place from Feb. 17th- 19th (on Presidents Day Weekend) at Adam's Mark Hotel, Buffalo. Approximately 900 teens from all over the Diocese attend this weekend, which includes workshops, special liturgies, dances, a coffee house, and awards. This is a great opportunity to come with your friends to learn more about your Catholic faith, meet new people, and increase your understanding of the role of young people in our Church. The Cost is $149 (all inclusive).
Registration will be taken on Sunday Jan. 8th at the Youth group meeting and throughout the week until Sunday Jan. 15th by calling Mrs. Peer at 835-4977. Keep in mind that partial packages are available for those unable to attend the entire weekend. Pricing for partial packages and more detailed convention information can be found online at www.BuffaloDiocese.org/youth. Permission Slips are required and can be found on-line or in the back of Church
¢ Youth Group Meeting - on Sunday, January 8th in the Church Library from 10:30-11:30 am. Any High School teen is welcome to come. Anyone needing more information or wanting to attend the Diocesan Youth Convention is encouraged to attend.

AN EARRING WAS FOUND at the 4:30 Christmas Eve Mass in the Lower Church. Please call the Rectory t 839-1430 to claim it.


RESPECT LIFE SUNDAY
On Sunday, January 22nd, our parish will observe the 33rd Anniversary of the Roe v. Wade Decision at the 9:30 a.m. Mass. At 9:00 that morning, the Rosary for Life will be recited at 9:00 a.m. prior to the start of Mass. After mass, you will be given the opportunity to spiritually adopt an unborn child in danger of abortion, as well as care for the physical needs of children and their families through the Bottles for Babies Program, which will benefit Harvest House. Together, let us build a culture of life.

MARCH FOR LIFE
A CTK Parish delegation is forming to travel to Washington, DC to participate in the National March for Life events held on Sunday, January 22nd and Monday, January 23rd. The National Vigil Mass for Life at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will be held on Sunday Evening. On Monday morning, Bishop Kmiec will celebrate 8:00 a.m. Mass in the Washington Plaza Hotel, followed by a breakfast with speaker Dr. Mary Healy. Dr Healy specializes in biblical Theology, with particular interest in Pope John Paul II's Theology of the Body. A rally and the March for Life begin at Noon on Monday. EWTN carries full coverage of these events if you would like to participate but are unable to attend. For more information, contact Wendy Falvey at 837-0088 or the Diocesan Office of Pro-Life Activities at 847-2205.

ADOPTION COULD BE THE BEST OPTION for you and your baby. countless loving couples have hearts and homes ready for a family. Catholic Charities' compassionate counselors can discuss the options and work with you and your family. For answers to your questions, call Children's Services at 856-4494 or www.ccwny.org.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
1) Thank you for a safe vacation and keeping our mothers healthy while we were away.
2) Thank you for a job for my wife.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND
1 HOUR WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
"I said to the man who stood at the gate of the year, 'Give me a light that I may tread safely into the unknown.' And he replied, 'Step out into the darkness, Put your hand into the hand of God, and that will be to you better than a light and safer than a known way.'" - Philip Hasbro

THE GIFT OF PRAYER - Special occasion cards are available at the Rectory, which with your prayer of the rosary are available with sentiments for birthdays, weddings, get well, sympathy, thank you, and anniversary of wedding or death. These cards are only $1.50 each.

SOCIAL JUSTICE OUTREACH
" The CTK Giving Tree truly showered the residents at the Erie County Home with Christmas Cheer this year! In addition to countless gift items and greeting cards, 175 five dollar gift certificates were distributed to individuals who enjoyed doing their own shopping at the home's gift shop. The CTK Social Justice Ministry thanks you for your generosity!
" Habitat for Humanity - May our New Year prayers for peace & justice include our commitment to Christ to serve others. Our sense of responsibility for every brother and sister calls us to action. What appears to be a sacrifice at first glance, always turns out to be a gift! Young, old, inexperienced & talented are all invited to join our CTK group on Wed., January 18th, anytime between 9 and 3pm at a home being renovated near Buffalo State College. Call Allison for details: 839-5225 or allison.k@adelphia.net
" St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room - You are invited to help prepare and serve lunch on Tuesday, January 10th, from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 pm. If you are interested, or have questions, call Ceil at 835-7826

LABELS FOR EDUCATION - CTK School collects labels (complete label) from certain food products including Campbells, Prego, Franco American, Pepperidge Farm, and V-8 Juice Drinks

EXTRA CALENDARS - This is the time of year when many of us end up with various calendars for the New Year, that we will never use or need. Did you know that many of the patrons of the St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen never own a calendar? If you have any extra calendars, please drop them off at the Rectory - they will be appreciated.

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

AREA EVENTS
" Marriage Encounter Weekend - Celebrate your marriage by attending this weekend and enjoy a positive, common sense, private experience with your spouse. Next Date: Feb. 10th-12th. For more details call 585-342-2430,or go to www.wwme.org.
" Marriage Problems? - Retrouvaille is a proven program for troubled marriages, including the separated and/or divorced. The program consists of a weekend experience, with NO group discussions and a series of follow-up sessions. All inquiries are strictly confidential. The next Retrouvaille weekend is scheduled for January 20-22 at the St. Columban Center, Derby. To register, call 652-7138 or 668-9068.

JOURNEY IN FAITH AND GRACE
Timeline and Tasks for Parish and School Restructuring (continued from last week)
March 1 - July 31, 2006: Cluster Meetings
" Large Vicariates should divide into regional planning clusters.
" Cluster membership will consist of the pastor and at least two parishioners. The exact number can be decided by the pastors involved and may depend on the size of the cluster. If there is a parish school, or a regional school in the cluster, the principal(s) should be invited to attend.
" The cluster representatives will review the ideas and suggestions from the parishes regarding the reconfiguration of parishes and schools. The cluster group will then engage in its own discernment process.
" The cluster will send a cluster proposal to the Vicariate Council regarding parishes and schools within the cluster.
" Cluster participants will keep their parishioners apprised of the work of the cluster.

ROSARY CHAIN - There are a group of parishioners who pray a daily rosary for special intentions requested through the Parish Rosary Chain. If you have an intention for the Rosary Chain, or if 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 intention private.

"The star they had seen at its rising preceded them, until it stopped over the place where the child was."

Question of the Week: When have you known something that could only be attributed to revelation?

Faith Response: Consider your prayer life. If praying comes easily to you, recommit to your present prayer practice. If praying is hard, pick up a book on prayers, join a prayer group, or seek a new method for this vital communion.

NATIONAL VOCATION AWARENESS WEEK
Keep the spirit of joy alive! Today we celebrate the feast of the Epiphany and Monday, the feast of the Baptism of the Lord. This week, January 9th-13th, is dedicated to National Vocation Awareness Week. By our baptism we are commissioned to follow Jesus. The Church needs dedicated people as married and single people, and men and women to serve as priest. deacons, brothers, and sisters. For more details call Fr. Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

ATTENTION MISSION TEAM!!
This is a reminder, that the Mission 10th Night will be held on Friday, January 13th, at 7:00 pm in the Upper Church. Hope to see you all there!

ADDITIONAL THANKS … We wish to thank the Ushers for their dedication, and for their ministry to the parish during the weekend masses. They help at the masses by seating parishioners and taking up the collection. Their hard work is appreciated. Thank you.

CALENDARS FOR THE NEW YEAR
CTK calendars for 2006 are still available. Please take one home and refer to it for the Holy Days and phone numbers. Our thanks to Dietrich Funeral Home for providing our parish with the calendars.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., Jan. 7 - Vigil for Epiphany of the Lord
Lower 4:30 John Golinski - The Golinski Family

SUN., Jan. 8, 2006 - Epiphany of the Lord
Upper 8:00 a.m. ANNIV. Frank Riso - daughters
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Mathew O'Donnell - Family
Lower 11:00 James J. Murphy - The DeRosa Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. Dr. Arthur Schaefer - Chuck & Shirley Wilson

MON., Jan. 9 - Baptism of the Lord
6:55 a.m. Jean Bauer - Jan Jordan
8:00 Matthew Bradly - The Martin Family
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

TUES., Jan. 10 - Weekday, 1st Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Catherine Bohen - Angela Coppola
8:00 Elmer Wingerter - Family
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

WED., Jan. 11 - Weekday, 1st Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Intentions of All Souls - Parish Intentions
8:00 Charles and Winifred McCarthy - Tim & Jean McCarthy
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., Jan. 12 - Weekday, 1st Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Helen Cattarulla - Jon & Heather Williams & Family
8:00 Dr. Anthony & Shirley Mancini - Sisters
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., Jan. 13 - Hilary, bishop, doctor
6:55 a.m. Mary Nathan - Joseph Tsharpe
8:00 ANNIV. Daniel Fortunato - Mr. & Mrs. Sam Bellittiere
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:45 am Mass

SAT., Jan. 14 - Vigil for 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Lower 4:30 John & Anne Hard - Debbie & Libbie

SUN., Jan. 15 - 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. Albert Guagliardi - Brignone Family
Lower 9:30 Mary Louise Kelly - Pat Kelly
Lower 11:00 ANNIV. Peter Schmitt, Jr. - The Schmitt Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. Albert Zimmerman - Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Sterns

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - 1 Samuel 3:3b-10, 19
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 6; 1`3c-15a, 17-20
Gospel - John 1:35-42

NEXT SUNDAY: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Jonah 3:1-5, 10
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 7:29-31
Gospel - Mark 1:14-20


IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Linda Beardi, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Maria Borowski, Alexis Bruno, Dale Carlos, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Ronald Donnelly, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Lola Dudzic, Mary Fazekas, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Robert Giolando, Sr. Marie Dolores Gionta, OSF, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Rita Guaftaferro, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Jim Holden, Martha Johns, George Jordan, John Kaczorowski, Anita Keenen, Jim Keenen, Franz Kiefer, Emma Jean Kingston, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, Margaret Lennon, John Lintner, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Leo Masgula, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Brenda Messina, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Lew Novotny, Emily Olkowski, Anne Ortolani, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Concetta Petrie, Patricia Pfalzer, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Isabelle Katherine Robida, Bob Rodgers, Stephen E. Rubach, Tina Scalia, George Ryan Scandurra, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, Paul Steckel, George Strubel, Julie Styrzo, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Dennis Valenti, Joseph Vastola, Edgar Villa, Sally Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Arthur Wenerowicz, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Joseph Drew (husband of Mary Drew), Rev. Regis Duffy, OFM (from St. Bonaventure University), Daniel J. Molik, Esq. (father of Stephen Molik), and Angelo Tirone (husband of Helen Tirone);
…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 Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

LOST AND FOUND: An Earring was found at the 4:30 Christmas Eve Mass in the Lower Church. Also, a ring was found in the Church bathroom the week of January 9th. . Please call the Rectory at 839-1430 if it is yours.

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2005
If you need a Financial Statement for 2005 for tax purposes, please put a note in the collection basket, or send a not to the Rectory. PLEASE NOTE: If you have requested a statement in the past, you will automatically be sent one within the next week. Also, all school parents will receive one in next Tuesday's Envelope. Thank you.

MUSIC MINISTRY - UPCOMING EVENT!!!
The Youth Hand Bell and Choir Festival will be performed on Sunday, February 26th at 4:00 p.m. in Blessed Trinity Church (317 Leroy Ave, Buffalo). Our Youth Choir and Teen Ensemble will be participating. It is not too late to join us. See Christina soon to participate.

SCRAPBOOKING FOR SENIORS
The Scrapbook for Seniors group meets every Monday from 11:00-1:00 p.m., in the Chapel Meeting Room to compile a scrapbook of their most treasured memories and life stories. Parish Outreach will help you organize your photos, mementos, and thoughts. You'll receive a photo album, pen, tape for photographs and sheets to take home. Cost is $10 and you may join at any time. Call Keri Mayer (831-1246) for details.

THE PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
This ministry meets every Wednesday evening from 7-9 pm in the Church Library. Prayer Shawls are knit, blessed and given as gifts to parishioners who are shut-ins, have serious illnesses, or those who have a need to be wrapped in prayers. For details call Linda Maslona at 839-2363. If you can't participate, but wish to help, we would appreciate donations of 3 complete skeins of one color yarn, used to knit a prayer shawl.

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS
The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Tuesday, January 17th at 7:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

LABELS FOR EDUCATION
CTK School collects labels (complete label) from certain food products including: Campbells, Prego, Franco American, Pepperidge Farm, and V-8 Juice Drinks.

THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY loves and works for God. The members love and work for our neighbors in need. They do this through your kind offerings each week in the poor boxes. God will and does reward those who care and share.


RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
There will be no Religious Education classes on Monday, January 16th. Classes will resume on Monday, January 23rd.

Grade 9: Classes will meet on Sunday, January 15th. Teachers have contacted their students in regard to time and place for class.

VOCATION VIEW - A good vocation prayer to say every day - from the time we are young until we are in our golden years - is found in today's first Scripture reading: "Speak Lord, for your servant is listening." Just try it with sincerity, starting today, and if you think God is calling you to a Church vocation, call Fr Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
" Monday, January 16th - No School - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
" Tuesday, January 17th - 8th Grade NYS English Language Arts Test (ELA)
administered (through January 20th)
Parishioners, mark your calendars - we will have an Open House in the school on Sunday, January 29th following the 9:30 a.m. Mass for the start of Catholic Schools Week. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome to attend.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Diocesan Youth Convention - This annual 3-day event takes place from Feb. 17th- 19th (on Presidents Day Weekend) at Adam's Mark Hotel, Buffalo. Approximately 900 teens from all over the Diocese attend this weekend, which includes workshops, special liturgies, dances, a coffee house, and awards. This is a great opportunity to come with your friends to learn more about your Catholic faith, meet new people, and increase your understanding of the role of young people in our Church. The Cost is $149 (all inclusive).
¢ Registration will be taken on Sunday Jan. 8th at the Youth group meeting and throughout the week until Sunday Jan. 17th by calling Mrs. Peer at 835-4977. Keep in mind that partial packages are available for those unable to attend the entire weekend. Pricing for partial packages and more detailed convention information can be found online at www.BuffaloDiocese.org/youth. Permission Slips are required and can be found on-line or in the back of Church
¢ Friday, January 20th - Beach Night! - Take a break from the cold and think summer! Join us in the CTK Gym for volleyball, snacks and hanging out with friends. Feel free to dress fro the theme by wearing your favorite Hawaiian shirts. This event starts at 7:00 p.m. and will end at 9:30 p.m.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Questions? Please call Christina Shrewsbury, Dir. of Music Ministry at CTK at 839-1430/ext. 212.
Many thanks to all the adult and youth singers and instrumentalists that performed during the Advent and Christmas seasons.
Rehearsals Continue:
" Parish Youth Choir - Friday from 2:30-3:30 pm
" Parish Adult Choir - Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
" Middle School/Teen Ensemble - by appointment
Please See Christina with any questions you may have regarding the preparation for Lent and Easter. It is NEVER to late to become involved. Your voice would add greatly to the choirs at CTK and you are always welcome.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
1) Thank you for my new grandson. May he become the person you want him to be;
2) Thank you for my daughter's peace in her marriage

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND
1 HOUR WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Jesus speaks to your heart: "Come to Me … and I will refresh you." "How I have longed to see you and spend some quiet time with you, communing with you 'heart-to-heart' as best friends do. I know you are tired and weary form life' s travails, toils and troubles, and those of the world. Dear One, I want you to tell Me all about them - everything.

ROSARY CHAIN
There are a group of parishioners who pray a daily rosary for special intentions requested through the Parish Rosary Chain. If you have an intention for the Rosary Chain, or if 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 intention private.

THE GIFT OF PRAYER
Special occasion cards are available at the Rectory, which with your prayer of the rosary are available with sentiments for birthdays, weddings, get well, sympathy, thank you, and anniversary of wedding or death. These cards are only $1.50 each.

OUR PAMPHLET RACK in the Church vestibule (next to the Library) is restocked regularly. Become an avid reader, and with the available literature, revive your faith.

SO WHAT'S NEXT AFTER GRADUATION? Are you looking for an exciting answer? The Diocesan Service Corps is a unique mix of the Peace Corps and MTV's "Real World". Recent college graduates are invited to spend one year doing full-time legal, education, or social service work while living with other volunteers and experiencing the adventure of a lifetime! This is a great way to do something with meaning while building up your resume and earning money for your education. Visit: www.buffalodiocese.org/ds or contact Amy Fleischauer at 847-8384 for more information.

AREA EVENTS
" Diocesan tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - on January 16th at St. Ann's Church (Broadway at Emslie) following the 2:00 p.m. Mass.
" Habitat for Humanity - Young, old, inexperienced & talented are all invited to join our CTK group on Wed., January 18th, anytime between 9 and 3pm at a home being renovated near Buffalo State College. Call Allison for details: 839-5225 or allison.k@adelphia.net.
" FertilityCare System of Natural Family Planning - Introductory Session at Mercy Hospital on January 21st at 10:30 a.m. (828-2438) or Sisters Hospital on February 4th at 10:30 a.m. (862-1944). Please call either site for information.
" Revitalizing the Sacraments 1: A continuing-education course will be taught at CTK Seminary in East Aurora for 10 weeks from 7-9 pm, beginning Thursday, January 26th. Study Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. How can Sunday Mass be the highlight of one's week? Instructor: Fr. Charles Amico; for information call 652-8900
" Marriage Problems? - Retrouvaille is a proven program for troubled marriages, including the separated and/or divorced. The program consists of a weekend experience, with NO group discussions and a series of follow-up sessions. All inquiries are strictly confidential. The next Retrouvaille weekend is scheduled for January 20-22 at the St. Columban Center, Derby. To register, call 652-7138 or 668-9068.
" Marriage Encounter Weekend - Celebrate your marriage by attending this weekend and enjoy a positive, common sense, private experience with your spouse. Next Date: Feb. 10th-12th. For more details call 585-342-2430,or go to www.wwme.org.

IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS STRUGGLING with finances, domestic violence or child behavior issues, Catholic Charities is the place to start. Find help through a caring staff member who can help sort out the issues at one of our many neighborhood offices. For information call 856-4494, or go to www.ccwny.org.

EXTRA CALENDARS - This is the time of year when many of us end up with various calendars for the New Year, that we will never use or need. Did you know that many of the patrons of the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room never own a calendar? If you have any extra calendars, please drop them off at the Rectory - they will be appreciated.

RESPECT LIFE SUNDAY
NEXT WEEKEND
" On Sunday, January 22nd, our parish will observe the 33rd Anniversary of the Roe v. Wade Decision at the 9:30 a.m. Mass. At 9:00 that morning, the Rosary for Life will be recited at 9:00 a.m. prior to the start of Mass.
" After mass, you will be given the opportunity to spiritually adopt an unborn child in danger of abortion, as well as care for the physical needs of children and their families through the Bottles for Babies Program, which will benefit Harvest House. Together, let us build a culture of life.
" Also available, will be electric candles which the Respect Life Ministry is selling to encourage everyone to "put a candle in your window" on the evening of January 22nd, as a witness to the unborn children who have been killed under Roe v. Wade.

MARCH FOR LIFE
A CTK Parish delegation is forming to travel to Washington, DC to participate in the National March for Life events held on Sunday, January 22nd and Monday, January 23rd. The National Vigil Mass for Life at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will be held on Sunday Evening. On Monday morning, Bishop Kmiec will celebrate 8:00 a.m. Mass in the Washington Plaza Hotel, followed by a breakfast with speaker Dr. Mary Healy. Dr Healy specializes in biblical Theology, with particular interest in Pope John Paul II's Theology of the Body. A rally and the March for Life begin at Noon on Monday. EWTN carries full coverage of these events if you would like to participate but are unable to attend. For more information, contact Wendy Falvey at 837-0088 or the Diocesan Office of Pro-Life Activities at 847-2205.


" 'Here I am,' Samuel said to Eli. 'You called me.'" - 1 Samuel 3:3B-10, 19

Question of the Week: How do I make myself available to the will of God in every aspect of my life?

Faith Response: Try a new prayer, especially if you've tried everything else. Pray Samuel's prayer, "Here I am Lord, I come to do your will," in every situation you encounter during the day, whether at work, play, or rest.

JOURNEY IN FAITH AND GRACE
Timeline and Tasks for Parish and School Restructuring (continued from last week)

From August 1st - December 31st, 2006: Meetings of the Vicariate Council
" Membership on the Vicariate Council should follow diocesan guidelines but could be expanded at the discretion of the vicar.
" The Vicariate Council will review the proposals from the regional clusters (or from the parishes in those cases where the vicariate was not large enough to necessitate regional clusters).
" Proposals for restructuring must meet diocesan criteria. Adjustments to proposals should be made in dialogue with the planning cluster or individual parishes.

From January 1, 2007-December 31, 2007: Diocesan Review of Proposals
" The Diocesan Strategic Planning Commission will review recommendations for restructuring. Recommendations must meet diocesan criteria. Needed adjustments will be made in dialogue with the Vicariate Council and affected parishes.
" The Diocesan Commission will communicate with the Vicariates regarding exactly what will be recommended to Bishop Kmiec.
" As they are completed, recommendations for restructuring will be presented to Bishop Kmiec for his approval. Parishes will be informed prior to media announcement.
" The implementation schedule will be determined as the process unfolds.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., Jan. 14 - Vigil for 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Lower 4:30 John & Anne Hard - Debbie & Libbie

SUN., Jan. 15 - 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. Albert Guagliardi - Brignone Family
Lower 9:30 Mary Louise Kelly - Pat Kelly
Lower 11:00 ANNIV. Peter Schmitt, Jr. - The Schmitt Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. Albert Zimmerman - Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Sterns

MON., Jan. 16 - Weekday, 2nd Week of Ordinary Time
No 6:55 a.m. Mass
8:00 Julianne M. Schierer - Parents
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

TUES., Jan. 17 - Anthony, abbot
6:55 a.m. Annette Dentinger - Angela Coppola
8:00 Dr. Arthur Schaefer - Mr. & Mrs. Sam Duga & Eileen Gefkin
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

WED., Jan. 18 - Weekday, 2nd Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. ANNIV. Anne Alders - Family
8:00 Mary Nathan - Elizabeth Besch
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., Jan. 19 - Weekday, 2nd Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. ANNIV. Joseph Bohen - The Fahey Family
8:00 Edward Lorenzi - Mary Pat Cerrone
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., Jan. 20 - Fabian, pope, martyr; Sebastian, martyr
6:55 a.m. Mary Kelser - Family
8:00 Viola & Stanley Rogalski - Joe, Justine, Betty & Gene
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:45 am Mass

SAT., Jan. 21 - Vigil for 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Lower 4:30 Dolores Borgosz - Laureen & Paul Glenn & Family

SUN., Jan. 22 - 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. ANN Cavalleri Pelligrino - Angela Coppola
Lower 9:30 Anniversary of Roe v. Wade
Lower 11:00 Mary Lou Vogt - Jim & Joanne Wright
Upper 12:15 p.m. Mary Lou Braun - Allen & Yvonne Scherer

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Jonah 3:1-5, 10
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 7:29-31
Gospel - Mark 1:14-20

NEXT SUNDAY: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Deuteronomy 18:15-20
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 7:32-35
Gospel - Mark 1:21-28

" The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel"

Question of the Week: Whose example of personal transformation has most inspired you, and why?

Faith Response: Make a friend of change. Presume you're no better than you need to be, and ask for a new heart, anew spirit, and the courage to go where Jesus is going.

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Linda Beardi, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Maria Borowski, Alexis Bruno, Dale Carlos, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Sharon Curtin, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Ronald Donnelly, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Lola Dudzic, Mary Fazekas, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Robert Giolando, Sr. Marie Dolores Gionta, OSF, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Rita Guaftaferro, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Jim Holden, Martha Johns, George Jordan, John Kaczorowski, Anita Keenen, Jim Keenen, Franz Kiefer, Emma Jean Kingston, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, Margaret Lennon, John Lintner, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Leo Masgula, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Brenda Messina, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Lew Novotny, Emily Olkowski, Anne Ortolani, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Concetta Petrie, Patricia Pfalzer, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Justine Rakoczynski, Isabelle Katherine Robida, Bob Rodgers, Stephen E. Rubach, Tina Scalia, George Ryan Scandurra, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, Paul Steckel, George Strubel, Julie Styrzo, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Dennis Valenti, Joseph Vastola, Edgar Villa, Sally Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Arthur Wenerowicz, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Barbara C. Feuz (wife of John Feuz), Jennie Rogliano (mother of Rev. Joseph Rogliano), and Paul Steckel
…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 Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES
Next weekend, January 28th & 29th, is the annual collection for the American Bishops' Overseas Appeal. This appeal supports the Catholic Church organizations that carry our international solidarity and relief efforts. Programs include relief and resettlement services to victims of persecution, war, and natural disasters as well as development projects to improve the living conditions of the poor. Less than two cents of every dollar collected is used for fund raising and administration expenses. Please be generous for this worthwhile organization.

MEDJUGORIE PRAYER GROUP
The next meeting of the Medjugorje Prayer Group will be held Tuesday, January 31st at 9:30 a.m. at 59 Smallwood Dr. Please call 839-1575 if you are attending. All are invited.

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2005
If you need a Financial Statement for 2005 for tax purposes, please put a note in the collection basket, or send a not to the Rectory. PLEASE NOTE: If you have requested a statement in the past, you will automatically be sent one within the next week. Also, all school parents should have received one. Thank you.

MUSIC MINISTRY - UPCOMING EVENT!!!
The Youth Hand Bell and Choir Festival will be performed on Sunday, February 26th at 4:00 p.m. in Blessed Trinity Church (317 Leroy Ave, Buffalo). Our Youth Choir and Teen Ensemble will be participating. It is not too late to join us. See Christina soon to participate.

SCRAPBOOKING FOR SENIORS
The Scrapbook for Seniors group meets every Monday from 11:00-1:00 p.m., in the Chapel Meeting Room to compile a scrapbook of their most treasured memories and life stories. Parish Outreach will help you organize your photos, mementos, and thoughts. You'll receive a photo album, pen, tape for photographs and sheets to take home. Cost is $10 and you may join at any time. Call Keri Mayer (831-1246) for details.

THE PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
This ministry meets every Wednesday evening from 7-9 pm in the Church Library. Prayer Shawls are knit, blessed and given as gifts to parishioners who are shut-ins, have serious illnesses, or those who have a need to be wrapped in prayers. For details call Linda Maslona at 839-2363. If you can't participate, but wish to help, we would appreciate donations of 3 complete skeins of one color yarn, used to knit a prayer shawl.

ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY - In the life of Mother Teresa, the Two Commandments - To love God and to love our neighbor - are inseparable. In her life and work she exemplifies the relationship between the two: How, if we do not love God we cannot love our neighbor, and if we do not love our neighbor we cannot love God.


RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Classes for Religious Education on Monday, January 23rd are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Grades 6 & 7: 7:00-8:15 p.m.

VOCATION VIEW - The call of the disciples is so familiar to us that we tend to miss the owner of the disciples' response, which was immediate and complete; they leave everything and follow Jesus. Can we do less if we feel that God is calling us to the priesthood or religious life? if you think God is calling you to a Church vocation, call Fr Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
" Tuesday, January 24th - Grades 3, 4, 5, & 6 will go to the Theater of Youth to see "Number the Stars"
" Thursday, January 26th - 2nd Quarter Report Cards will be distributed.
" If you are interested in Kindergarten for 2006-2007 please contact the School Office
" Parishioners, mark your calendars - we will have an Open House in the school on Sunday, January 29th following the 9:30 a.m. Mass for the start of Catholic Schools Week. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome to attend.

LABELS FOR EDUCATION
CTK School collects labels (complete label) from certain food products including: Campbells, Prego, Franco American, Pepperidge Farm, and V-8 Juice Drinks.

YOUTH NEWS
The Teen Youth Group of CTK is an organization in which all high school teen parishioners are automatically members. Teens are encouraged to participate in any or all events. Members who feel a strong dedication and commitment to serve should consider a position on the CTK Youth Council. This committee helps to schedule events that seek to increase faith, encourage friendship, & promote fun in a welcoming atmosphere. The leadership council works directly with adult coordinators, volunteers, and parish teens to plan programs & invite you to become an active part of teen life at CTK Church.
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).

¢ Diocesan Youth Convention - This annual 3-day event takes place from Feb. 17th- 19th at Adam's Mark Hotel, Buffalo. Approximately 900 teens from all over the Diocese attend this weekend, which includes workshops, special liturgies, dances, a coffee house, and awards. This is a great opportunity to come with your friends to learn more about your Catholic faith, meet new people, and increase your understanding of the role of young people in our Church. Contact Mrs. Peer for information for partial registration for partial events on this weekend.

¢ Souper Bowl of Caring - CTK Youth Group Teens will be all exits of the church on February 4th & 5th - Super Bowl Sunday - to collect for this annual Dollar Drive. All money collected will be sent to Catholic Charities Soup Pantries.

¢ Sunday, Feb 5th - Youth Group Meeting at 10:30 in the Church Library - all teens are invited to attend.

JOURNEY IN FAITH AND GRACE
The Restructuring of our Parishes and Schools
For most Catholics, the parish is the most important part of the church because it is there that they express their faith and, together with others, give proof of their communion with God and with one another. At the same time, each individual parish is also in relationship with other parishes in carrying out the mission of the entire diocese, as well as in communion with the larger, universal church. Through its prayer, public worship, sacramental life, and ministries, the parish gives witness to God's presence. The parish is sacramental and God acts through it.
Catholic schools have been a vital ministry of most parishes throughout our diocesan history. These schools have been characterized by Catholic identity and cultural diversity. They have shown concern for spiritual formation and moral values, for academic excellence and global awareness, and for service to the Church and to the nation.
As the Diocese of Buffalo prepares to restructure its parishes and schools, there is a two-fold purpose:
1. To ensure that parishes will have the membership, leadership and resources to be
vibrant centers of Catholic life.
2. To foster academically excellent and financially sound Catholic schools that will give
witness to Gospel values through their environment, teaching, and activities.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
1) Thank you for the wonderful visit with my daughter;
2) Thank you for helping my friends;

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND
1 HOUR WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Jesus speaks to your heart: All that concerns you concerns Me. I am a good listener and have all the time in the world. Stay with Me and rest awhile. Let Me fill you with love, joy and peace. I alone can give true peace, a peace that the world cannot give. Tell Me about your needs and your desires. Tell Me about your loved ones, how they are doing and their needs, they are My loved ones too.

ROSARY CHAIN - There are a group of parishioners who pray a daily rosary for special intentions requested through the Parish Rosary Chain. If you have an intention for the Rosary Chain, or if 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 intention private.

THE GIFT OF PRAYER - Special occasion cards are available at the Rectory, which with your prayer of the rosary are available with sentiments for birthdays, weddings, get well, sympathy, thank you, and anniversary of wedding or death. These cards are only $1.50 each.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Questions? Please call Christina Shrewsbury, Dir. of Music Ministry at CTK at 839-1430/ext. 212.
Many thanks to all the adult and youth singers and instrumentalists that performed during the Advent and Christmas seasons.
Rehearsals Continue:
" Parish Youth Choir - Friday from 2:30-3:30 pm
" Parish Adult Choir - Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
" Middle School/Teen Ensemble - by appointment
Please See Christina with any questions you may have regarding the preparation for Lent and Easter. It is NEVER too late to become involved. Your voice would add greatly to the choirs at CTK and you are always welcome.

CTK OUTREACH - A CTK Confirmation class is serving lunch at the St. Vincent de Paul dining room on January 29th. They are looking for a few more volunteers to join them. If you are interested, please call Stan Bukowski at 839-5069.

"STOP THE PLANES" - To keep everyone updated, please send your email address to stoptheplanes@yahoo.com. We are sending out newsletters to keep everyone informed of the activities of the Stop the Planes group, the FAA, Buffalo Niagara International Airport [BNIA], and the NFTA with regard to the serious noise issues over our neighborhoods, schools, and places of worship. There is an Amherst Town Board Planning Meeting, Monday January 23rd at 3:30pm. It is extremely important for as many concerned residents and neighbors as possible to attend. Please wear red to demonstrate our cause and uniformity. Mr. Bill Vanacek, Director of Airport Operations from the NFTA is scheduled to attend this meeting. Please continue to contact the BNIA noise complaint line at 630-6021 24hrs daily. Make sure to keep a record of your complaint and send a copy to stoptheplanes@yahoo.com The BNIA has mysteriously lost some 2 years worth of past complaints. We look forward to seeing you all at the Jan. 23rd Amherst Town Board Meeting. Don't forget to tell all your friends and neighbors and please wear something red.

AREA EVENTS
" Revitalizing the Sacraments 1: A continuing-education course will be taught at CTK Seminary in East Aurora for 10 weeks from 7-9 pm, beginning Thursday, January 26th. Study Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. How can Sunday Mass be the highlight of one's week? Instructor: Fr. Charles Amico; for information call 652-8900
" Marriage Encounter Weekend - Celebrate your marriage by attending this weekend and enjoy a positive, common sense, private experience with your spouse. Next Date: Feb. 10th-12th. For more details call 585-342-2430,or go to www.wwme.org.

EXTRA CALENDARS - This is the time of year when many of us end up with various calendars for the New Year, that we will never use or need. Did you know that many of the patrons of the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room never own a calendar? If you have any extra calendars, please drop them off at the Rectory - they will be appreciated.

RESPECT LIFE SUNDAY - Sunday, January 22nd
This weekend, our parish will observe the 33rd Anniversary of the Roe v. Wade Decision at the 9:30 a.m. Mass. The Rosary for Life will be recited at 9:00 a.m. prior to the start of Mass.

MARCH FOR LIFE
EWTN carries full coverage of the Rally and the March for Life, which begins at Noon on Monday, January 23rd, if you would like to participate but are unable to attend.

" Spiritual Adoption - After mass, you will be given the opportunity to spiritually adopt an unborn child in danger of abortion - please stop in the back of Church to sign up.
" Bottles for Babies Program - Please help with the physical needs and care of children and their families by taking a Baby Bottle home to fill with your loose change. This money will benefit Harvest House. Together, let us build a culture of life.
" Candle in Your Window - Electric candles will also be available after Mass to placed in your window this evening, January 22nd, as a witness to the unborn children who have been killed under Roe v. Wade.

ABORTION AND THE PREAMBLE TO THE CONSTITUTION

"We the People of the United States, in order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America."

The Founding Fathers, as stated above, intended to secure the "Blessings of Liberty" not only for that initial generation of the new nation, but for their posterity. At first, not all living in the United States were fully included in that statement of intent.
But as the history of America unfolded, slavery was ended and black Americans and their posterity were included. Voting rights were eventually granted to women citizens, and in the 1920's American Indians were officially recognized as citizens. Later on, poll taxes and other obstructions to voting rights were removed by Congress and the courts. A few years later the voting age was lowered to age eighteen.
All of these measures, whether Constitutional amendments, laws enacted by Congress, or Supreme Court decisions, were intended to expand the scope of the Preamble stated purpose, "… secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and to our Posterity."
That was the whole direction of our history from 1789 to 1973. In 1973, that direction was suddenly thrown into severe reverse when the Supreme Court arbitrarily declared that many of our posterity were no longer automatically entitled to the Blessing of Liberty and could be deprived of life itself.
To make it crystal clear; what does the word posterity mean? Posterity, in the collective sense, is used in the Preamble as it refers to all future generations, that is, all of the descendants of that founding generation of Americans for all generations.
So it was the intent of the Founders to "secure the Blessing of Liberty" for all of their descendants. Therefore when the 14th Amendment, which was adopted in the 1860's, stated "nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property without due process of law" it applies to all posterity without exception.
By definition, posterity refers to the unborn, whether or not Congress or the States define the unborn as "persons," and therefore the Supreme Court., in its 1973 decision legalizing the killing of many of our posterity, has abolished the very reason for establishing the Constitution namely, "…securing the Blessing of Liberty to ourselves and to our Posterity." In effect the Constitution has been overthrown for all future generations since we are now "free" to kill our posterity with impunity.
- Brother Charles Madden, OFM CONV., Immaculata Jan., Feb., March, 2006 Issue

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., Jan. 21 - Vigil for 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Lower 4:30 Dolores Borgosz - Laureen & Paul Glenn & Family

SUN., Jan. 22 - 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. ANN Cavalleri Pelligrino - Angela Coppola
Lower 9:30 Anniversary of Roe v. Wade
Lower 11:00 Mary Lou Vogt - Jim & Joanne Wright
Upper 12:15 p.m. Mary Lou Braun - Allen & Yvonne Scherer

MON., Jan. 23 - Weekday, 3rd Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Dale Edmiston - Vocola Family
8:00 Mary McGee - The Villa Family
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

TUES., Jan. 24 - Francis de Sales, bishop, doctor
6:55 a.m. Rev. John Kilian - Margaret Gould
8:00 Robert Georger - Family
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

WED., Jan. 25 -Conversion of Paul, apostle
6:55 a.m. Thomas Attea - Angela Coppola
8:00 Genevieve Georger - Family
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., Jan. 26 - Timothy and Titus, bishop
6:55 a.m. Tim Butler - The Newton Family
8:00 Jim Smithling - 8:00 a.m. Mass Friends
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., Jan. 27 - Angela Merici, virgin
6:55 a.m. Philip Christner - The Graczyk Family
8:00 Grace Langer - Bill & Patty Moore
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:45 am Mass

SAT., Jan. 28 - Vigil for 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Lower 4:30 Paul Orrange - Virginia Harder

SUN., Jan. 29 - 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. Jack Williams - Angela Coppola
Lower 9:30 Intentions of CTK School for Catholic Schools Week
Lower 11:00 Jerome and Mildred Terhaar - E.J. Terhaar
Upper 12:15 p.m. Robert Brodnicki - wife, Rita

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Deuteronomy 18:15-20
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 7:32-35
Gospel - Mark 1:21-28

NEXT SUNDAY: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Job 7:1-4, 6-7
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23
Gospel - Mark 1:29-39

"I am telling you this for our own benefit, not to impose a restraint upon you, but for adherence to the Lord without distraction."
Mission V is Coming…

Question of the Week: What was the most valuable lesson you ever learned, and how was it taught?

Faith Response: Listen to the healing stories of the gospel as teaching, and consider the lessons that they offer to disciples like us.

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Linda Beardi, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Dorthea Bihl, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Maria Borowski, Alexis Bruno, Dale Carlos, Arthur Cologgi, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Sharon Curtin, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Ronald Donnelly, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Lola Dudzic, Mary Fazekas, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Robert Giolando, Sr. Marie Dolores Gionta, OSF, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Rita Guaftaferro, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Jim Holden, Martha Johns, George Jordan, John Kaczorowski, Anita Keenen, Jim Keenen, Bob Kersten, Franz Kiefer, Emma Jean Kingston, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, Margaret Lennon, John Lintner, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Leo Masgula, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Brenda Messina, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Lew Novotny, Emily Olkowski, Anne Ortolani, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Concetta Petrie, Patricia Pfalzer, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Isabelle Katherine Robida, Bob Rodgers, Stephen E. Rubach, Tina Scalia, George Ryan Scandurra, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, Paul Steckel, George Strubel, Julie Styrzo, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Dennis Valenti, Joseph Vastola, Edgar Villa, Sally Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Arthur Wenerowicz, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Joseph Boldt (father of Michael Boldt), Lewis Cardwell, Rev. Thomas Casella (Vincentian Superior for Niagara University), Robert M. Cleary (father of John Cleary), Msgr. John Duggan (retired Diocesan Priest), Rev. Francis P. Kowalewski (retired Diocesan Priest), Thomas A. Murphy (brother-in-law of Mary Murphy), and Justyne Rakoczynski (sister of Randy Rakoczynski)
…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 Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES - The second collection today is the for American Bishops' Overseas Appeal, which has programs which include relief and resettlement services to victims of persecution, war, and natural disasters as well as development projects to improve the living conditions of the poor. Less than two cents of every dollar collected is used for fund raising and administration expenses. Please be generous for this worthwhile organization.

ATTENTION SNOWBIRDS! - Before you head to your warm destination for the winter, please make a pledge now to Appeal 2006 for Catholic Charities. Not only will it relieve your mind, it will help the parish reach its goal by closing-Sunday. Appeal 2006 is April 2nd-April 9th. Call Catholic Charities Appeal Department at 856-4494 to make your pledge.

THE MEDJUGORIE PRAYER GROUP will meet on Tuesday, January 31st at 9:30 a.m. at 59 Smallwood Dr. Please call 839-1575 if you are attending. All are invited.

CTK SENIOR CITIZENS GROUP will meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month. Please join us on Thursday, February 2nd, from 1:00-4:00 in the Chapel Meeting Room for an afternoon of coffee and cards - pinochle, bridge, poker, or just to meet other seniors from CTK. Please park along the fence in the large parking lot, park only in the inside parking lot if you are handicapped. Please call Dan at 632-6280 if you have any questions.

…Mission V: March 25th-April 1st…

CANDLEMAS DAY - Thursday, February 2nd is Candlemas Day, the Presentation of the Lord. Candles will be blessed before the 6:55 a.m. Mass, and will be available for $2 after the 6:55 and 8:00 a.m. Masses, or in the Rectory, after the Masses.

BLESSING OF THROATS - Friday, February 3rd is the Feast of St. Blaise, which is celebrated with the blessing of throats. Throats will only be blessed after the 6:55 & 8:45 a.m. masses.

FIRST FRIDAY - Friday of this week is the first Friday for the month of February. Masses will be at 6:55 and 8:45 a.m. After the 8:45 a.m. Mass the Rosary & Altar Society will recite the Rosary and then go to the Wehrle Restaurant for a Dutch-treat breakfast. For reservations please call Virginia Harder at 839-0230 before noon on Thursday, February 2nd.

DONUT SALE! After all Masses Next SUNDAY, the CTK 8th Grade will be selling Crispy Creme Donuts for $6 per dozen - as a fund-raiser to help support their Grade Class Trip.

THE NEXT BIBLE BUDDIES for and your pre-school children ages 2-4 is on Wednesday, Feb. 8th or Thursday, Feb. 9th, from 10-10:30 a.m. in the Chapel Meeting Room (please enter through the single door, between the church and the school). We will share a story with your child help them to learn more about God and the Bible, and they will make something special to bring home. The two sessions offered are identical, so you may attend either. Please contact Adele Kraus at 839-5340 for more details.

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

VOCATION VIEW - Today's Gospel tells of how the "people were astonished at his teaching, for he taught them as one having authority and not as the scribes." Today God continues to call forward men and women to continue His teaching. If you think God is calling you to a Church vocation, call Fr Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

…Watch the Bulletin for details on Mission V…
CTK SCHOOL
It's Catholic Schools Week!
Our Theme: Character - Compassion - Values
Catholic Schools Week is an annual national celebration of the important role that Catholic schools across the country play in providing a values-added education for America's young people. Catholic schools are proud of the education network that emphasizes intellectual, spiritual, moral, physical, and social values in their students.

Sunday, January 29th - Today we begin our celebration of Catholic Schools Week, the national celebration of the countless ways that Catholic Education means Character, Compassion, and Values. Please join us this week for our events! The school students will participate in the 9:30 a.m. Mass. An Open House will be held in the school immediately following the Mass. Refreshments will be served. All are invited to attend.

Monday, January 30th - Prayer Service in the Lower Church 1:00 p.m.

Tuesday, January 31st - Book Fair
Spelling Bee

Wednesday, February 1st - Book Fair
Spaghetti Lunch

Thursday, February 2nd - Grades 7 & 8 will go to Lancaster Opera House To see "Deadly
Nightcap"

Friday, February 3rd - Students will attend 8:45 Mass (prepared by Gr. 7)
Awards Assembly immediately following Mass
Ice Cream Social - 7 p.m. - School Gym

Thank you, Christ the King Parish, for your support of our school!

JOURNEY IN FAITH AND GRACE
The Restructuring of our Parishes and Schools (continued from last week)
In the many years since parishes and schools were established, the world around them has changed considerably. Effective ministry requires that the church follow the advice of Pope John XXII and read the "signs of the times." The parish must seek to become ever more fully a people of God, sharing the mission of Christ and developing the structures necessary for supporting its community life and carrying out its mission. This will entail constant adaptation and renewal in the face of an ever-changing environment. Schools, too, will need to be structured in new ways in order for Catholic education to be offered under very different circumstances than when the schools were first founded.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
1) Thank you for being there when I had to make a major decision;
2) Thank you for the help you've given my mother;

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND
1 HOUR WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
Speak to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, just as you would speak to your best friend. Tell Him about all of your concerns, needs, your family, loved ones, friends and neighbors. Express sorrow for our faults (sins), and those you have hurt. Ask for the grace to forgive all who have hurt you. Pray for guidance and healing. Spend some quiet time listening to Him with your heart and mind.

ROSARY CHAIN - There are a group of parishioners who pray a daily rosary for special intentions requested through the Parish Rosary Chain. If you have an intention for the Rosary Chain, or if 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 intention private.

SCRAPBOOKING FOR SENIORS - The Scrapbook for Seniors group meets every Monday from 11:00-1:00 p.m., in the Chapel Meeting Room to compile a scrapbook of their most treasured memories and life stories. Parish Outreach will help you organize your photos, mementos, and thoughts. You'll receive a photo album, pen, tape for photographs and sheets to take home. Cost is $10 & you may join at any time. Call Keri Mayer (831-1246) for details.

…Set Aside March 25th-April 1st for Mission V…

THE PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY - This ministry meets every Wednesday evening from 7-9 pm in the Church Library. Prayer Shawls are knit, blessed and given as gifts to parishioners who are shut-ins, have serious illnesses, or those who have a need to be wrapped in prayers. For details call Linda Maslona at 839-2363. If you can't participate, but wish to help, we would appreciate donations of 3 complete skeins of one color yarn, used to knit a prayer shawl.

MUSIC MINISTRY - UPCOMING EVENT!!! - The Youth Hand Bell and Choir Festival will be performed on Sunday, February 26th at 4:00 p.m. in Blessed Trinity Church (317 Leroy Ave, Buffalo). Our Youth Choir and Teen Ensemble will be participating. It is not too late to join us. See Christina soon to participate.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Questions? Please call Christina Shrewsbury, Dir. of Music Ministry at CTK at 839-1430/ext. 212.
Many thanks to all the adult and youth singers and instrumentalists that performed during the Advent and Christmas seasons.
Rehearsals Continue:
" Parish Youth Choir - Friday from 2:30-3:30 pm
" Parish Adult Choir - Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
" Middle School/Teen Ensemble - by appointment
Please See Christina with any questions you may have regarding the preparation for Lent and Easter. It is NEVER too late to become involved. Your voice would add greatly to the choirs at CTK and you are always welcome.

YOUTH NEWS
The Teen Youth Group of CTK is an organization in which all high school teen parishioners are automatically members. Teens are encouraged to participate in any or all events. Members who feel a strong dedication and commitment to serve should consider a position on the CTK Youth Council. This committee helps to schedule events that seek to increase faith, encourage friendship, & promote fun in a welcoming atmosphere. The leadership council works directly with adult coordinators, volunteers, and parish teens to plan programs & invite you to become an active part of teen life at CTK Church.
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Diocesan Youth Convention - This annual 3-day event takes place from Feb. 17th- 19th at Adam's Mark Hotel, Buffalo. Approximately 900 teens from all over the Diocese attend this weekend, which includes workshops, special liturgies, dances, a coffee house, and awards. This is a great opportunity to come with your friends to learn more about your Catholic faith, meet new people, and increase your understanding of the role of young people in our Church. Contact Mrs. Peer for information for partial registration for partial events on this weekend.
¢ Souper Bowl of Caring - CTK Youth Group Teens will be all exits of the church on February 4th & 5th - Super Bowl Sunday - to collect for this annual Dollar Drive. All money collected will be sent to Catholic Charities Soup Pantries.
¢ Sunday, Feb 5th - Youth Group Meeting at 10:30 in the Church Library - all teens are invited to attend.

…Take a Break For Yourself - Mission V - March 25th-April 1st …

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2005 - If you need a Financial Statement for 2005 for tax purposes, please put a note in the collection basket, or send a not to the Rectory.

… Sign-Up Begins Next Week For Mission V.

WEEKLY MASSES

SAT., Jan. 28 - Vigil for 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Lower 4:30 Paul Orrange - Virginia Harder

SUN., Jan. 29 - 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. Jack Williams - Angela Coppola
Lower 9:30 Intentions of CTK School for Catholic Schools Week
Lower 11:00 Jerome and Mildred Terhaar - E.J. Terhaar
Upper 12:15 p.m. Robert Brodnicki - wife, Rita

MON., Jan. 30 - Weekday, 4TH Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Daniel Krasinski - Peggy Page
8:00 James Curry - Mr. & Mrs. Roy Clay
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

TUES., Jan. 31- John Bosco, priest
6:55 a.m. Bohdan Wisniewski - Mr. & Mrs. Ted Rosinski
8:00 Grace McKendry - Mr. & Mrs. Al Luhr
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

WED., Feb. 1 - Weekday, 4th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Raymond Bergan - Dr. & Mrs. Jim Slough
8:00 Joseph Sperrazza - CTK Parish Council
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., Feb. 2 - Presentation of the Lord
6:55 a.m. Mary McGillicuddy - Ed & Jane O'Connell
8:00 ANNIV. Lucy Fortunato - Mr. & Mrs. Sam Bellittiere and Family
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., Feb. 3 - Blaise, bishop, martyr
6:55 a.m. Josephine Francescutti - Johna Lydia
*8:45 Msgr. Francis L. Schwartz - Family
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:45 am Mass

SAT., Feb. 4 - Vigil for 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Lower 4:30 Paul J. Johnson - Mark & Monica Johnson

SUN., Feb. 5 - 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. Margaret and Matthew Russo - Tom & Renée Villa
Lower 9:30 Intentions of Girls and Boy Scouts
Lower 11:00 Edward A. Smith - daughter, Myrella Nagel
Upper 12:15 p.m. Angelo Suozzi - Family