March '08

Bulletins for March 9, 16, 23, 30


CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING 30 LAMARCK DR BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF March 2, 2008 - Fourth Sunday of Lent

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Fourth Sunday of Lent
1st Reading - 1 Samuel 16:1b, 6-7,10-13a
2nd Reading - Ephesians 5:8-14
Gospel - John 9:1-41

NEXT SUNDAY: Fifth Sunday of Lent
1st Reading - Ezekiel 37:12-14
2nd Reading - Romans 8:8-11
Gospel - John 11:1-45

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

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

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

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH
Weekly Offering:
Week Ending
" February 25, 2007 - Regular Collection - $11, 915.50
" February 24, 2008 - Regular Collection - $13,455.00
Thank you for your Support!!

FIRST FRIDAY
This Friday, March 7th, is the first Friday for the month of March. Masses will be at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m. After Mass, the Rosary and Altar Society will recite the Rosary in the Church Library and will then go to the Wehrle Restaurant for a Dutch-treat breakfast. For reservations, call Virginia Harder at 839-0230 before Noon on Thursday. ALL WOMEN OF THE PARISH ARE WELCOME!

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
This is a worldwide ecumenical movement of women and men of many faiths who come together in prayer. Throughout the day, we collectively pray all over the world, beginning with the first sunrise and ending at the last sunset. Our prayers follow the sun's path around the globe. On Friday, March 7th, at 1:00 p.m., Christ the King Church will be participating in the World Day of Prayer at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 4007 Main St., near Eggert Rd. Join us as we pray with the theme God's Wisdom Provides New Understanding, which was written by members from Guyana. Guyana's Kaieteur Falls, the highest single-drop waterfall in the world, was chosen to illustrate God's awesome creation and to symbolize a nation where there is abundance, yet much need.

HOLY NAME SUNDAY
Next Sunday is Holy Name Sunday. Members of the Society attend the 8:00 a.m. Mass and sit as a group. After Mass, all parishioners are invited to a breakfast of bagels and donuts and coffee, served in the Church Library. Please consider attending this breakfast for good
fellowship and a chance to meet your fellow parishioners.

LENTEN MINI-RETREAT
Msgr. Dino Lorenzetti will lead this year's mini-retreat sponsored by CTK Holy Name Society. The retreat date is on Saturday, March 15th, beginning with an 8:00 a.m. Mass in the Upper Church, followed by a continental breakfast. There is no charge for this retreat and no reservations are necessary. Just be there for a great religious experience.

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS
The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Tuesday, March 18th, 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
Religious Education Classes for Monday, March 3rd are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Grade 7: 7:00-8:15 p.m.

Grade 2 - First Reconciliation - This past week sixty-eight of our young people received the sacrament of Reconciliation. We thank all of our parishioners for their prayers and support as these children prepare for this sacrament. A special "thank you" to Robin Paolini and Mary DeRosa for the design of the altar banner and Joanne Greco for the certificates. Also, thank you to their teachers: Mrs. Kathleen Gramza, Mrs. Jude Hinton, Mrs. Joanne Wright, and Mrs. Julie Zulewski who worked so diligently to prepare these children for this sacrament.

VOCATION VIEWS - Clear the mud from your eyes and see! The one who heals also call s us to follow. Live your life as a witness to God's healing, saving touch. If God is calling you, call Fr. Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
¢ Sunday, March 2nd - Our honor Band members will be performing at Mt. St. Mary's at 1:00 p.m.
¢ Monday, March 3rd - Pep Rally at 1:15
¢ Tuesday, March 4th - Thursday, March 6th - the 4th Grade will take the NYS Math Test
¢ Tuesday, March 4th - March Madness begins at CTK! Our Invitational Tournament runs through March 13th.
¢ Friday, March 7th - Students will attend 8:45 Mass prepared by Grade 7
Noon Dismissal

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
" Youth Group Meeting - Sunday March 2nd - 10:00 a.m. in the Church Library, all are invited.
" Good Friday - Reflections on the Way of the Cross, will be presented on Friday, March 21st following Stations of the Cross at 6:30 p.m. in the Upper Church. Any teens interested in becoming involved in the various aspects of this presentation - such at acting, stage crew, singing, etc. - should contact Mrs. Peer at 835-4977.

"TRAVELING" STATUES OF JESUS AND MARY - If you and your family would like to invite the statues of Jesus & Mary into your home for 1 week, please call Martha Johns at 839-2268 and leave a message. While you have the statures, you are encouraged to say a daily Rosary. The statue of Mary is Our Lady of Guadeloupe, the patroness of the Americas, and the patroness of the unborn. These statues have become so popular over the past few years that two sets are now available.

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

CATHOLIC CHARITIES
TARGET WEEKEND IS COMING
Next Weekend, March 8th & 9th, is Target Weekend for Catholic Charities. You are asked to look into your heart and give as much as you can. Please indicate the amount of your donation on the card you received in the mail, and enclose it with a check, cash, or pledge and return it in next week's collection to the Rectory or in the mail.
Your support of this year's Appeal is vital. Please consider increasing your donation this year, by pledging a larger amount, and making payments in several installments. A gift of $100 is less than $2 per week. Try to join the Large Gift donor group by giving a minimum of $250. This is what helps make our parish go over the top every year. Let us show Fr. Joe Sicari (Director of Catholic Charities, who assists at CTK) our support.
If you are employed by a firm that "matches gifts" to charitable institutions, secure a form from your personnel office and forward the completed form to Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously. Loneliness. Comfort It. Hunger. Nourish It. Neglect. Eliminate it. Domestic Violence. End It.

SIGN OF PEACE AND THE FLU SEASON - February is Latin for "fever month." The flu season is upon us with unseasonal temperature fluctuations. The influenza virus may be spread when a person coughs, sneezes, speaks, or touches another. Regularly washing hands is a great precaution. To prevent the careless spread of flu viruses while exchanging the sign of peace, those experiencing symptoms may consider acknowledging Christ's presence by means other than a handshake. For example: a simple smile, slight bow, or other appropriate gesture may be substituted. Especially during this season, consider being sensitive to those, who refrain from handshaking and choose to recognize Jesus in their neighbor by other customary means. - US Catholic conference of Bishops: Committee on the Liturgy Newsletter, November 2006

COMMUNION FROM THE CHALICE AND THE FLU SEASON - Priests, deacons and extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion are trained to practice good hygiene. Particularly during flu season, all who distribute the Eucharist should be encouraged to wash their hands before Mass begins. It is recommended that individuals who feel symptoms refrain receiving the Precious Blood from the chalice. - US Catholic Conference of Bishops: Committee on the Liturgy Newsletter, November 2004

WHAT IT MEANS TO BE CATHOLIC - Fr. Peter Karalus will discuss what being Catholic means to hem and how it impacts his life and the lives of people around him on Thursday, March 6th at 7:30 p.m.. during the next session of Come and See in St. Benedict's Church, Main Str. at Eggert Rd. Discussion topics include: bereavement, divorce and separation, annulments, life issues problems with the Church, coping with cancer. No cost. No reservations required. For information, call 834-1041.

AMERICAN RED CROSS BABYSITTER TRAINING COURSE - The CTK Parent's Guild is proud to offer this program for a second year. Who should attend?: Girls and boys age 11-15 year old who want to learn how to care of infants and young children. The course shows you how to: respond to emergencies and illness with first-aid, rescue breathing and other appropriate care, make decisions under pressure, communicate with parents to learn household rules, recognize safety and hygiene issues, feed, diaper and care for children. Date: Saturday, March 29th. Time: 9 am-4 pm. Location: CTK School Gym. Course Fee: $69 - There is a $10 discount for all IHA members (must bring card to class to be eligible for discount). Certification: All graduates will receive a Babysitter's Training Certificate (no expiration). Contact: Nancy Burns at 834-0799 or nlkburns@roadrunner.com to register for class. Registration Deadline: March 21st.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
"My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest." - Exodus 33:14

There is an urgent need for Adorers for Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: 2:00-3:00 a.m. and Tuesday: 1:00-2:00 a.m. If you can fill one of these time periods, please call Mary at 839-3386 or Martha at 839-2268. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you and God bless you!

ANNUAL LENTEN SPEAKER SERIES
Why give up something for Lent when you can do something positive for your spiritual life? No cost. No reservation required. Come and bring a friend. All Sessions begin at 7:30 p.m.
" What does Joseph say to us today? On Monday, March 3rd, Fr. William Quinlivan will look at the complicated relationships between Joseph, his brothers, his father and God. This lecture will be held at St. Timothy Church, 565 east Park Drive, Tonawanda.
" What does Queen Esther say to us today? On Monday, March 10th, Fr. Leon Biernat will explore the struggles of Queen Esther her courage and her deep faith. This lecture will be held at Infant of Prague Church, 921 Cleveland Dr, Cheektowaga.

AREA ACTIVITIES
" Lenten Day of Reflection - March 8 - 8:30 am - 3:00 pm - Millennium Airport Hotel - Fr. Lawrence Boadt, CSP, President of Paulist Press, will do a presentation on 1st & 2nd Isaiah: "Isaiah: From Jerusalem into Exile." Cost is $45. Contact 871-9180 for reservations & more information.
" Ss. Peter & Paul Fashion Show on March 8 at Marriott Hotel. Call Ruth Elmer at 836-1445 or Ruth Schlosser at 632-7143 for ticket information.
" Lenten Mission Renew #12 is being held March 9-12 at Nativity Church (Main & Harris Hill) beginning at 7:00 pm each evening. For more information call Gene & Arlene at 634-8997 or Mario & Alana at 741-4203.
" St. Andrew's Annual Flea Market & Rummage Sale - March 9th - from 9 am-2 pm in St. Andrew's Hall, 111 Crocker St., Sloan. Serving breakfast & lunch. For info call 892-0425.

MASSES
SAT., March 1 - Vigil for 4th Sunday of Lent
Lower 4:30 pm Louis and Mary Haeick - Daughter, Corky Ferro

SUN., March 2 - Fourth Sunday of Lent
Upper 8:00 am Louis and Josephine Tribunella - Daughter
Lower 9:30 Elizabeth Saeli - Daughters, Beth, Melissa, & Claire
Lower 11:00 Alice and Richard Oleszak - Daughter, Debbie
Upper 12:15 pm Ruth Cecala - Joseph Karpinski

MON., March 3 - Lenten Weekday, 4th Week of Lent
6:45 a.m. Jane Sullivan - Janet & Franklin Helfrich
8:00 The Gaglione and Mineo Famlies - Rev. John R. Gaglione

TUES., March 4 - Lenten Weekday, 4th Week of Lent
6:45 am Lee A. Forster - The Kenneth McWhite Family
8:00 People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione

WED., March 5 - Lenten Weekday, 4th Week of Lent
6:45 am Bernard Richelt - Thomas Nieswiadomy
8:00 ANNIV. James J. Murphy, Sr. - Wife, Mary & family

THURS., March 6 - Lenten Weekday, 4th Week of Lent
6:45 a.m. Barbara Almeter - Ron & Sally Jayl
8:00 Eleanor Fisher - Family

FRI., March 7 - Perpetua and Felicity, martyrs
6:45 a.m. Michael Rozak - The Militello Family
*8:45 Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Mikulec - The Robert Mikulec Family
6:30 pm Stations of the Cross

SAT., March 8 - Vigil for 5th Sunday of Lent
Lower 4:30 pm August Geraci - Wife & children

SUN., March 9 - Fifth Sunday of Lent
Upper 8:00 am ANNIV. Margaret and Frank Riso - daughters
Lower 9:30 Mary Louise & John P. Kelly - Pat Kelly
Lower 11:00 ANNIV. Ben and Mae Ashton - Daughter, Sheila
Upper 12:15 pm Julianne Schierer - Mr. & Mrs. Fred Mellenger

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

PARISH EVENTS DURING LENT
Daily Weekday Masses: 6:45 and 8:00 a.m.
Stations of the Cross: Fridays at 6:30 p.m. (March 7, & 21)
Penance Service: Monday, March 10 at 7:00 pm in Upper Church. Joint Penance Service with Ss. Peter & Paul
Confessions every Saturday from 3:45-4:15 p.m.
St. Paul's Passion Players: Friday, March 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the Upper Church
Holy Name Mini-Retreat: Saturday, March 15th - 8:00 am Mass followed by Retreat
Palm Sunday: March 16
Holy Week: March 17-21
Reflections on the Way to the Cross - Good Friday, March 21, following stations of the cross at 6:30 p.m. in the Upper Church
Holy Saturday: Easter Vigil Mass: 8:00 p.m.
Easter Sunday: Masses: 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. and 12:15 pm;

TRAVELING? Don't forget to attend Mass on Easter Sunday!!! For Mass Times and locations call 1-800-MASS TIMES (1-800-627-7846)

WHAT ARE YOU DOING FOR LENT?
Have you considered "doing something" rather than "giving something up" for Lent? Join other parishioners, and generously share your time and talent. The grace received in return is undeniable! Please consider one of the folowing (complete details are on the poster in the Church vestibule):
" Children can draw a picture for a VA Hospital patient;
" Serve lunch at the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room
" Knit / Crochet a Prayer Shawl for someone in need of hope
" Spend time in the Adoaration Chapel or Sign up for a scheduled hour in the Adoration Chapel
" Attend the weekly Stations of the Cross or come and see the St. Paul's Passion Players or the Reflections of the Way of the Cross
" Current Eucharistic Ministers can bring Communion to a homebound parishioner
" Help with the 9:30 a.m. Mass Children's Liturgy

LENTEN PENANCE SERVICES
St. Benedict, Eggertsville - Tuesday, March 4th at 2:00 pm; St. Leo, Amherst - Tuesday, March 4th at 7:00 pm; St. Mary, Swormville - Monday, March 10th at 7:00 pm; Christ the King - Monday, March 10th at 7:00 pm; St. Joseph University - Tuesday, March 11th at 7:00 pm; St. Gregory, Williamsville - Thursday, March 13 at 7:00 pm

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR
BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF March 9, 2008 -
Fifth Sunday of Lent

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Fifth Sunday of Lent
1st Reading - Ezekiel 37:12-14
2nd Reading - Romans 8:8-11
Gospel - John 11:1-45

NEXT SUNDAY: Palm Sunday
1st Reading - Isaiah 50:4-7
2nd Reading - Philippians 2:6-11
Gospel - Matthew 26:14 - 27:66

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Dominic Agnello, Esther Alessandra, Faiza Alnakeeb, Austin Alsentzer, Luanne Auriemma, Vince Autierri, Sonja Bailey, Kay Barone, Charlie Basil, Judy Battaglia, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Blake Bommaraju, Maria Borowski, Marilyn Brunner, Jennifer Buchheit, Frank Butler, Caroline Rhea Camp, Mary Capozzi, Robert Caprio, Dale Carlos, Jule Cerrone, Arthur Cologgi, Josephine Coppola, Ronald Donnelly, Mary Drew, Lola Dudzic, Mary Fazekas, Sister Dorothy Feltz, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Nicholas Paul Giangreco, Robert Giolando, Anthony Golinski, Eleanor Gottstein, Susan Griffo, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Jack Halldin, Mary Halldin, George Herzog, Maryanne Hook, Kristine Ann Jeffery, Anthony Jividen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Adele Kapuza, Anita Keenen, Mary Jane Kersten, Helen Kline, Raymond Kline, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, Jenna Kessel, Kim Kuhn, Meg Kujawa, Richard LaMendola, Jenny Lee, Barbara Liebler, John Lintner, Lily LoTempio, Anne Lundy, Marion Lyons, James Mahoney, Jim Maisano, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Tim McCarthy, Cecelia McGovern, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Sam Messana, Jerry Miano, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Madison Okiec, Emily Olkowski, Peggy Page, Ryan Page, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Joseph Pohrte, Marion Pruzinsky, Justin Puleo, Sister Isabelle Reilly, Ken Reisner, Judy Rexinger, Isabelle Katherine Robida, Stephen E. Rubach, Joe Saeli Sr., Philip Sammaco, Tina Scalia, Marie Schmidt, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Connie Smith, Benjamin Smith, Mary Snyder, Kevin Sosnowski, Julie Styrzo, Tom Swiatek, Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Lois Todaro, Joel Valdez, Dennis Valenti, Rick Vivaqua, Jason Walczak, Michael V. Walters, Kevin Weidner, Christine Weir, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Mary Lynn Whissel, Norma Wind and Lucy Zinzola;
… 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.

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

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

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH
Weekly Offering:
Week Ending
" March 4, 2007 - Regular Collection - $14,852.74
" March 2, 2008 - Regular Collection - $13,593.16
Thank you for your Support!!

COLLECTION FOR EASTER FLOWERS - The envelope for Easter Flowers, which will be used to purchase flowers for both the Upper & Lower Churches, can be placed in today's regular collection. There will not be a second collection.

PARISH PENANCE SERVICE
On Monday, March 10th, there will be a Lenten Penance Service held at Christ the King for our parish and Ss. Peter and Paul's Parish. There will be 8 priests available for Confession at 7:00 p.m. in the Upper Church. Please take advantage of this opportunity. There will be no Confession on Good Friday or Holy Saturday.

THE ST. FRANCIS NOVENA OF GRACE continues to be prayed this week after the 8:00 a.m. Mass, until Wednesday, March 12.

PASSION PLAY
This Friday evening March 14th, at 6:30 pm, experience the "Passion of Christ", as performed by the St. Paul Passion Players, a group of teens and adults. They will follow the scripture of John combined with the Stations of the Cross. The play takes approximately 45 minutes and has been well received for over eight years at various locations. It is a very spiritual event.

THE LENTEN MINI-RETREAT, sponsored by the Holy Name Society, will be held this coming Saturday, March 15th, featuring retreat leader Msgr. Dino Lorenzetti. The Retreat begins with an 8:00 a.m. Mass in the Upper Church, followed by a continental breakfast in the Chapel Meeting Room. There is no charge for this retreat and no reservations are necessary. Just be there for a great religious experience.

THE NEXT PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS will be held on Tuesday, March 18th, 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.

REFLECTIONS ON THE WAY OF THE CROSS will be presented on Good Friday, March 21st following Stations of the Cross at 6:30 p.m., by the CTK Teen Youth Group.

ATTENTION PARENTS OF ALTAR SERVERS:
Please encourage your children to participate in our beautiful services during the Easter Triduum. Sign-up sheets are in the Sacristy.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education Classes for Monday, March 10th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Grade 7: 7:00-8:15 p.m.
Grade 9: Classes will meet today, Sunday, March 9th. Teachers have contacted students in regard to time and place for class.

VOCATION VIEWS - Untie him, and let him go free. It is a humbling privilege to shout those words in the name of Jesus. You, too, can offer freedom and life to those bound in death. Consider giving life through ministry as a priest, deacon, sister or brother. If God is calling you, call Fr. Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
March Madness continues at CTK - through Thursday of this week.
" Monday, March 10th - Grades K, 1, and 2 will go to the Riviera Theater to see "Sleeping Beauty"
" Tuesday, March 11th - Thursday, March 13th - the 8th Grade will take the NYS Math Test

ST. JOSEPH'S COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE announces the following students who made the 1st Honors for the 2nd Quarter: John Battaglia, Kevin Cheney, Brian Chmielowiec, Henry Edwards, Francisco Gomez-Chaves, Brian Killeen, Joseph Killeen, John Murray, Patrick Murray, Christopher Reinhardt, Michael Rodman, Kevin Schmitt, James Shea, Garrett Weinholtz, Andrew Zenger, and Zachary Zenger. The following were named to the 2nd Honors: Joseph Fahey, Benjamin Georger, Stephen Juhasz, Anthony Lobuzzetta, Nicholas Lobuzzetta, Andrew MacPherson, John Paul MacPherson, Matthew Masterson, Tyler Mikulec, Charles Mule, Mark Peer, Philip Schneider, Kevin Schwab, William White III and Peter White.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
"Pause. Consider how very, very much Jesus loves you. Let him slow you down just for a moment to find true rest in Him." - from Abundant Blessings for a Woman's Heart
There is always a need for Adorers. This week we are looking for Adorers for Saturday and Sunday at 1:00 pm, and Thursday & Friday at 3:00 pm. If you can fill one of these time periods, please call Linda at 839-1889 or Martha at 839-2268. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you and God bless you!

GALA TICKETS
Gala Tickets will be available after Mass on Saturday March 29 and March 30 for $40 each. They will also be available at the Rectory, or by calling Carrie at 833-6829. The Gala includes dinner and Dancing, Live Music by The Music Krew, Open Bar for 5 hours, Catering by Bing's. There will also be a Live Auction, Theme Baskets, and Raffle and Silent Auctions items. Come and join the fun!

SWEEPSTAKES TICKET SALES UPDATE
With Twelve Cash Prizes to give away, from $250 all the way up to $2,500 and just a month to go to the big day, we are swinging into high gear! Please get your ticket stubs and money in as soon as possible. Hopefully you have sold all or most of your tickets by now; please place the stubs and money in an envelope with your name on it, and either drop it off at the Rectory or place it in the collection basket at mass.
We are in need of volunteers to sell tickets for the Sweepstakes and Gala at our Sweepstakes Weekend on March 29th and 30th after each mass. If you are interested in volunteering see the sign-up sheet in the Sacristy or you may contact Nancy Burns at the Rectory 839-1430 or at Outreach@ctksnyder.com.

ANNUAL LENTEN SPEAKER SERIES - Why give up something for Lent when you can do something positive for your spiritual life? On Monday, March 10th, Fr. Leon Biernat will explore the struggles of Queen Esther her courage and her deep faith. This lecture will be held at Infant of Prague Church, 921 Cleveland Dr, Cheektowaga. No cost. No reservation required. Come and bring a friend. All Sessions begin at 7:30 p.m.

AREA ACTIVITIES
" Lenten Fish Fry at Holy Angels Church, 348 Porter St., Buffalo - March 14 - 4-7 pm - Extensive menu. call 885-3767 or 446-3391 for more information.
" Amherst Lions Club Annual Pancake Breakfast - March 15 - 8:30-12 Noon - Christ United Methodist Church, 350 Saratoga Rd. Tickets Adults-$5, Children 12 & under - $3.
" Cook's Day Off - March 16 - 3-6 pm - Spaghetti Dinner - Knights of Columbus, 755 Erie Ave., N. Tonawanda. Tickets: Adults $5 , Children 2-10 - $3
" Visit Seven Churches - Join St. Rose of Lima on Holy Thursday, March 20 following their 7 pm Mass on a bus which will visit 7 churches. Cost is $5, to reserve your spot call St. Rose Rectory at 834-6688 by Monday, March 17.
" Ladies of Charity Bell Ringer Auction and Luncheon - March 29 - 11:00, Lunch at Noon at Creekside Banquet Center, 2669 Union Rd., Cheektowaga. Cost is $25 - Call 895-4001 to make a reservation.

THE ROSARY FOR LIFE will be recited next Saturday, March 15th, after the 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Leo's Church, 885 Sweethome Road. The CTK Respect Life Ministry invites everyone to attend the mass and to participate in this devotion.

CTK PARISH LENTEN ACTIVITIES
Daily Weekday Masses: 6:45 and 8:00 a.m.
Penance Service: Monday, March 10 at 7:00 pm in Upper Church. Joint Penance Service
with Ss. Peter & Paul; (Note: No Confessions on Good Friday or Holy Saturday)
Confessions every Saturday from 3:45-4:15 p.m.
St. Paul's Passion Players: Friday, March 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the Upper Church
Holy Name Mini-Retreat: Saturday, March 15th - 8:00 am Mass followed by Retreat
Palm Sunday: March 16: Masses 8:00, 9:30. 11:00 a.m. & 12:15 p.m.
Wednesday, March 19: Adoration Chapel will close at 6:00 p.m.
Holy Thursday, March 20: 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer; 7:00 p.m. Mass of the Last Supper,
followed by Procession, Transfer of the Blessed Sacrament to the Repository of Adoration -
Church is open until 11:00 p.m.
Good Friday, March 21: 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer; 1:00 p.m. Solemn Liturgy with Holy
Communion; 6:30 p.m. Stations of the Cross followed by Reflections on the Way to the Cross;
Holy Saturday, March 22: 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer; 2:00 p.m. Blessing of Easter Food
Baskets; Easter Vigil Mass: 8:00 p.m.
Easter Sunday, March 23: Masses: 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. and 12:15 pm;
Easter Monday, March 24: Mass: 8:00 a.m., Adoration Chapel reopens at 9:00 a.m.;
Rectory is closed.

TRAVELING? Don't forget to attend Mass on Easter Sunday!!! For Mass Times and locations call 1-800-MASS TIMES (1-800-627-7846)

LENTEN PENANCE SERVICES
St. Mary, Swormville - Monday, March 10th at 7:00 pm; Christ the King - Monday, March 10th at 7:00 pm; St. Joseph University - Tuesday, March 11th at 7:00 pm; St. Gregory, Williamsville - Thursday, March 13 at 7:00 pm

MON., March 10 - Lenten Weekday, 5th Week of Lent
6:45 am ANNIV. Lorraine Cooper - Vince & Millie Muranyi
8:00 Joseph Denzak, Jr. - Steve & Maureen Wydish & Family
7:00 pm Penance Service

TUES., March 11 - Lenten Weekday, 5th Week of Lent
6:45 am Lucy Ashton - William Brinkworth
8:00 ANNIV. Antonietta DeRosa - The DeRosa Family

WED., March 12 - Lenten Weekday, 5th Week of Lent
6:45 am Mary Clark - Susan & Chuck DeWald
8:00 John and Katherine Waterman - Family

THURS., March 13 - Lenten Weekday, 5th Week of Lent
6:45 a.m. Elgie McWethy - Mary Belle & Rich
8:00 Anthony Bauer - Celeste & Bob Kersten

FRI., March 14 - Lenten Weekday, 5th Week of Lent
6:45 a.m. Petro Chacha - Faculty & Staff of CTK School
8:00 George Walen - Eugene & Pia O'Connor
6:30 pm "Passion of Christ"

SAT., March 15 - Vigil for Palm Sunday
Lower 4:30 pm Joanna and Vincent Fasanello - The Fasanello Family

SUN., March 16 - Palm Sunday
Upper 8:00 am The Rusciolelli Family - Celeste & Bob Kersten
Lower 9:30 People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione
Lower 11:00 Edwin McAuley - Family
Upper 12:15 pm Carol E. Helfer - Joseph Helfer

CATHOLIC CHARITIES TARGET WEEKEND
This Weekend, March 8th & 9th, is Target Weekend for Catholic Charities. You are asked to look into your heart and give as much as you can. Please indicate the amount of your donation on the card you received in the mail, and enclose it with a check, cash, or pledge and return it in this week's collection, to the Rectory, or in the mail.
Your support of this year's Appeal is vital. Please consider increasing your donation this year, by pledging a larger amount, and making payments in several installments. A gift of $100 is less than $2 per week. Try to join the Large Gift donor group by giving a minimum of $250. This is what helps make our parish go over the top every year. Let us show Fr. Joe Sicari (Director of Catholic Charities, who assists at CTK) our support.
If you are employed by a firm that "matches gifts" to charitable institutions, secure a form from your personnel office and forward the completed form to Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously.
Loneliness. Comfort It.
Hunger. Nourish It.
Neglect. Eliminate it.
Domestic Violence. End It.

PARISH OUTREACH

HEALTH CARE PROXY AND ADVANCE HEALTH CARE PLANNING
You have a say in the health care you receive by doing some planning and communicating now. Advance health care planning permits peace of mind for you and your family by reducing uncertainty and avoiding confusion and conflict over your care.

Basic Steps
1) Think about what's important to you and how you want to receive your health care.
2) Select a person to speak for you if you are unable to speak for yourself.
3) Talk about your health care wishes.
4) Put your choices in writing.

Complete the following thoughts - there is no right or wrong answer, just your own perspective.
1) Describe in your own words what makes life meaningful and worth living to you.
2) What aspects of life are most important?
3) Who or what sustains you when you face serious decisions or challenges in your life?
4) How do you want to live your life?

Your answers and ideas may change as time or circumstances vary, discuss these ideas with someone else - do they understand what is important to you? If you become unable to speak for yourself or to make health care decisions, New York State law allows you to pick someone to speak for you and make decisions on your behalf. In addition to having frequent discussions with those who might be involved in future health care decision -making, put your wishes in writing and review regularly. If you have questions or need help with completing a Health Care Proxy contact Nancy Burns at the Rectory, 839-1430 or Outreach@ctksnyder.com

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR
BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF March 16, 2008 -
Palm Sunday

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Palm Sunday
1st Reading - Isaiah 50:4-7
2nd Reading - Philippians 2:6-11
Gospel - Matthew 26:14 - 27:66

NEXT SUNDAY: Easter Sunday
1st Reading - Acts 10:34a, 37-43
2nd Reading - Colossians 3:1-4
Gospel - John 20:1-9

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

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

CATHOLIC CHARITIES
The Target Week culminates today, Palm Sunday. The goal this year is $11,200,000. As of Tuesday, March 11, only 60% of the Diocesan goal has been reached, and our parish has donated $152, 955.
You are asked to look into your heart and give as much as you can. Please indicate the amount of your donation on the card you received in the mail, and enclose it with a check, cash, or pledge and return it in this week's collection, to the Rectory, or in the mail.
Your support of this year's Appeal is vital. Please consider increasing your donation this year, by pledging a larger amount, and making payments in several installments. A gift of $100 is less than $2 per week. Try to join the Large Gift donor group by giving a minimum of $250. This is what helps make our parish go over the top every year. Let us show Fr. Joe Sicari (Director of Catholic Charities, who assists at CTK) our support.
If you are employed by a firm, that "matches gifts" to charitable institutions, secure a form from your personnel office and forward the completed form to Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously.

Loneliness. Comfort It.
Hunger. Nourish It.
Neglect. Eliminate it.
Domestic Violence. End It.

These are problems too big to ignore, but not too big to address. Help Catholic Charities continue to address them by submitting your pledge today, or donating online at www.1-for-all.org or calling 856-4494. Thank you for your contribution, allowing Catholic Charities to continue to be there for those in need.

EASTER VIGIL MASS
The RCIA team invites everyone to attend the Easter Vigil on Saturday, March 22, at 8:00 p.m. to support our RCIA candidates - George Grimes, Rich Leugemours, Mark Shoemaker, and Tim Taylor - as they become fully initiated in the Roman Catholic faith. Mark Shoemaker will receive Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation; and George Grimes, Rich Leugemours, Tim Taylor will receive Eucharist and Confirmation. Immediately following Mass, a reception will be held in the Parish Library for everyone so that they can congratulate our RCIA neophytes. Please come and share with us this very special event.

TELEVISED EASTER MASS
If you cannot attend Mass on Easter Sunday, the Diocesan Mass is televised on Fox Network at 7:30 every Sunday morning. Our Music Director Adria Ryan will be playing and singing for the pre-recorded Easter Sunday Mass. She will also be playing for the Mass on Sunday, March 30th. Please check the Western New York Catholic for additional times.

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH
Weekly Offering:
Week Ending
" March 11, 2007 - Regular Collection - $13,405.73
" March 9, 2008 - Regular Collection - $11,432.00
Thank you for your Support!!

ATTENTION PARENTS OF ALTAR SERVERS:
Please encourage your children to participate in our beautiful services during the Easter Triduum. Sign-up sheets are in the Sacristy.

EASTER PLANTS
Plants that were ordered can be picked up from the School (Gym) Kitchen on Tuesday, March 18th, form 2:00-3:00 p.m.

PERPETUAL ADORATION CHAPEL
The Adoration Chapel will close on Wednesday, March 19, at 6:00 p.m. and will reopen on Monday, March 24 at 9:00 a.m. According to Church Law: "Under no circumstances may perpetual exposition take place during the Easter Triduum."

CTK BLUE AND GOLD GALA
A Parish & School Community Celebration to be held on Saturday, April 5th at CTK School's Mooney Hall. Your $40 ticket donation includes Live Music, Dancing, Dinner and Open Bar. Attire is party casual. Join your family and friends for a night of great fun including Theme Baskets, Raffles, Silent and Live Auction. There are many great gifts to be won: Golf Packages, Spa Packages, Sailing Cruise, Concert tickets, Ellicottville weekend get away and much more… Support our School by attending this major fundraiser. Tickets will be sold after Mass during our Sweepstakes Sunday. They are also available at the Rectory or by contacting Carrie Uba @ 833-6829. Come and join the fun!

DO YOU HAVE A FAMILY MEMBER SERVING OUR COUNTRY IN THE MILITARY, AT HOME OR OVERSEAS? We will be glad to add their name to the bulletin board in the Vestibule of the Upper Church, which has been dedicated to honor those who are in all arms of the military. This display gives a visual reminder of the brave, dedicated men and women serving our country, and reminds us to keep them in our personal prayers, as well as our prayers at Mass. Send us a photograph (if available), and information including their name, rank, arm of military and assignment - whether overseas or at home. This will be an on-going display, so please continue to send in the names and pictures. Our thanks to the Respect Life Committee for designing the display.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education Classes for Monday, March 17th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Grade 7: 7:00-8:15 p.m.

VOCATION VIEWS
Blest are they who come in the name of the Lord! Am I being called to proclaim Jesus as a priest, deacon, brother or sister? If God is calling you, call Fr. Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
" Monday, March 17 - Spring Pictures will be taken
10:30 Irish Dance Presentation
" Thursday, March 20th - Holy Thursday - NO SCHOOL
" Friday, March 21st - Good Friday - NO SCHOOL
Have a very blessed Easter!

CONGRATULATIONS TO Lauren Jarmusz, who was named to Mt. St. Mary Academy's second quarter Honor Roll at Mt. St. Mary Academy.

SWEEPSTAKES TICKET SALES UPDATE
All tickets and money must be returned by March 30th, our Sweepstakes Sunday"! That is the big day when every parishioner is asked to return their tickets. We will be selling tickets after all masses on Saturday, March 29th and Sunday. March 30th for those who would like to buy extras for good luck! Anybody interested in selling tickets after Mass on the above dates may sign up to do so in the Sacristy.

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

Name: ____________________________________________________________________________

Street Address: ____________________________________________________________________

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

"TRAVELING" STATUES OF JESUS AND MARY
If you and your family would like to invite the statues of Jesus & Mary into your home for 1 week, please call Martha Johns at 839-2268 and leave a message. While you have the statures, you are encouraged to say a daily Rosary. The statue of Mary is Our Lady of Guadeloupe, the patroness of the Americas, and the patroness of the unborn. These statues have become so popular over the past few years that two sets are now available.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Transformation: a big word for the big changes Christ works in my life. "We … are being transformed into [Christ's] likeness." 2 Corinthians 3:18 - from Abundant Blessings for a Woman's Heart
There is always a need for Adorers. This week we are looking for Adorers for Saturday and Monday at 1:00 and 4:00 pm, and Friday at Noon. If you can fill one of these time periods, please call Linda at 839-1889 or Martha at 839-2268. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you and God bless you!

AREA ACTIVITIES
" Cook's Day Off - March 16 - 3-6 pm - Spaghetti Dinner - Knights of Columbus, 755 Erie Ave., N. Tonawanda. Tickets: Adults $5 , Children 2-10 - $3
" Visit Seven Churches - Join St. Rose of Lima on Holy Thursday, March 20 following their 7 pm Mass on a bus which will visit 7 churches. Cost is $5, to reserve your spot call St. Rose Rectory at 834-6688 by Monday, March 17.
" Mass for the Unborn - March 25, 7 pm at St. Aloysius Church, 157 Cleveland Dr., Cheektowaga. Fr. Mark Noonan, celebrant.
" The Catholic FertilityCare Centers offer couples a safe, reliable system to effectively plan their families in accordance with Church teaching. Introductory sessions on: March 29 at 10 am & April 9 at 6:30 pm at Buffalo Mercy Hospital (828-2438) or at Sisters Hospital (862-1944) on April 12 at 10:30 am. Pre-registration required.
" Ladies of Charity Bell Ringer Auction and Luncheon - March 29 - 11:00, Lunch at Noon at Creekside Banquet Center, 2669 Union Rd., Cheektowaga. Cost is $25 - Call 895-4001 to make a reservation.
" St. Margaret School is hosting an All Classes Reunion to celebrate the 90th Anniversary on Saturday, April 26. A light dinner reception in the school hall will follow the 4:30 Mass. Tickets are $20. For more info or reservations call the school at 876-8885 or Carol at 837-4277

MASSES
SAT., March 15 - Vigil for Palm Sunday
Lower 4:30 pm Joanna and Vincent Fasanello - The Fasanello Family

MON., March 17 - Monday of Holy Week
6:45 am Concetta Petrie - The Rosary & Altar Society
8:00 Intentions of Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal - Debbie & Libbie Hard

TUES., March 18 - Tuesday of Holy Week
6:45 am Maureen Bowmer - The CTK School Faculty & Staff
8:00 Grace Stillwell - Rosalie Tribunella

WED., March 19 - Wednesday of Holy Week
6:45 am All Souls Parish Intentions
8:00 Dr. Thomas J. Leary - Family

THURS., March 20 - Holy Thursday
9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer
Mass of the Lord's Supper
7:00 p.m. David Kersten - Tom & Mary Ann Bauer
Adoration following Mass until 11:00 p.m.

FRI., March 21 - Good Friday
9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer
1:00 p.m. Solemn Liturgy with Communion
6:30 pm Stations, followed by Reflections on the Way of the Cross

SAT., March 22 - Holy Saturday
9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer
2:00 p.m. Blessing of the Easter Food Baskets
Easter Vigil Mass
Upper 8:00 pm People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione

SUN., March 23 Easter Sunday
Upper 8:00 am Eileen Barron Forgione - sister, Trish Barron
Lower 9:30 Beverly Mooney - Loretta Stachura
Lower 11:00 Mary Clark - Linda & Bob Yerke
Upper 12:15 pm Joseph Drew - CTK Faculty & Staff

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

CTK PARISH HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE

Palm Sunday: March 16: Masses 8:00, 9:30. 11:00 a.m. & 12:15 p.m.

Monday, March 17: Masses at 6:45 and 8:00 a.m.

Tuesday, March 18: Masses at 6:45 and 8:00 a.m.

Wednesday, March 19: Masses at 6:45 and 8:00 a.m.;
Adoration Chapel will close at 6:00 p.m.

Holy Thursday, March 20: 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer;
7:00 p.m. Mass of the Lord's Supper, followed by Procession, Transfer of the Blessed Sacrament to the Repository of Adoration
Church is open until 11:00 p.m.

Good Friday, March 21: 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer;
1:00 p.m. Solemn Liturgy with Holy Communion;
6:30 p.m. Stations of the Cross followed by
Reflections on the Way of the Cross;

Holy Saturday, March 22: 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer;
2:00 p.m. Blessing of Easter Food Baskets;
Easter Vigil Mass: 8:00 p.m.

Easter Sunday, March 23: Masses: 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. and 12:15 pm;

Easter Monday, March 24: Mass at 8:00 a.m.,
Adoration Chapel reopens at 9:00 a.m.;
Rectory is closed.

TRAVELING?
Don't forget to attend Mass on Easter Sunday!!!
For Mass Times and locations call 1-800-MASS TIMES (1-800-627-7846)

HOLY LAND OFFERING
On Good Friday, during the 1:00 p.m. Liturgy, a collection will be taken for the shrines in the Holy Land. The Holy Land is a special home across the sea, where Christ was born, lived, preached, worked His miracles and died. Today, the Holy Land is in need. Most Christians who live near and care for the holy places in Jerusalem and Palestine are very poor or foreign missionaries in a foreign land. For over 800 years, the Franciscan Fathers have been charged with the care of the Holy Places. Our Good Friday collection supports their ministry. Please be generous with this special act of almsgiving.

REFLECTIONS ON THE WAY OF THE CROSS
On Good Friday, March 21, the CTK Teen Youth Group will present "Reflections on the Way of the Cross." It will follow the Stations, which will be prayed at 6:30 p.m.

WILL YOU BE HOME FOR EASTER?
Invite a family member or friend, who doesn't go to Mass regularly, to come to Mass with you for Easter. It may be just the invitation they need to strengthen their relationship with God or the Catholic Church.

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR
BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF March 23, 2008 -
Easter Sunday

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Easter Sunday
1st Reading - Acts 10:34a, 37-43
2nd Reading - Colossians 3:1-4
Gospel - John 20:1-9

NEXT SUNDAY:
1st Reading - Acts 2:42-47
2nd Reading - 1 Peter 1:3-9
Gospel - John 20:19-31

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

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

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH
Weekly Offering:
Week Ending
" March 18, 2007 - Regular Collection - $11,137.00 (Not Palm Sunday)
" March 17, 2008 - Regular Collection - $15, 282.00 (Palm Sunday)
Thank you for your Support!!

MEDJUGORIE PRAYER GROUP
The next meeting of the Medjugorie Prayer Group will be held on Tuesday, March 25 at 9:30 a.m. at 59 Smallwood Drive. Please call 839-1575 if you are attending. All are invited.

CTK BLUE AND GOLD GALA
A Parish & School Community Celebration to be held on Saturday, April 5th at CTK School's Mooney Hall. Your $40 ticket donation includes Live Music, Dancing, Dinner and Open Bar. Attire is party casual. Join your family and friends for a night of great fun including Theme Baskets, Raffles, Silent and Live Auction. There are many great gifts to be won: Golf Packages, Spa Packages, Sailing Cruise, Concert tickets, Ellicottville weekend get away and much more… Support our School by attending this major fundraiser. Tickets will be sold after Mass next Sunday - Sweepstakes Sunday - March 29 & 30. They are also available at the Rectory or by contacting Carrie Uba @ 833-6829. Come & join the fun!

SNYDER FIRE DEPARTMENT BLOOD DRIVE
Please help Upstate New York Transplant Services and the Snyder Fire Department save local lives by participating in a blood drive! The drive will be held in the Training Room at the Snyder Fire Hall at 4531 Main Street on Saturday, March 29th, 2008 between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm. Donors must be at least 17 years old, or 16 with a signed parental consent form. Also, donors must weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, be in good health the day of the drive, and have positive photo identification on hand. To schedule an appointment, please call UNYTS: 853-6667 ext. 7940, and walk-ins are ALWAYS WELCOME. Thirty minutes of your time can save up to three lives!

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

Name: ____________________________________________________________________________

Street Address: ____________________________________________________________________

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
There will be no Religious Education Classes on Monday, March 24th. The next class will be on March 31st
Grade 9 - The following classes will be going to St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room: Mr. Al Oechsner's
class on Saturday, March 29th; and Mr. Martin Haumesser's class on Sunday, March 30th.
On behalf of the Religious Education Department we wish all of our families a joyous and blessed
Easter.

VOCATION VIEWS - The Lord has risen! It is true! Proclaim it to the world! Pray for those who are called to priesthood, diaconate and religious life. If God is calling you, call Fr. Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
" Monday, March 24th - No School - Easter Break
" Tuesday, March 25th - School Resumes
" Thursday, March 27th - Grades 6, 7, and 8 go to Theater of Youth to see "The Great Gilly Hopkins"

AREA ACTIVITIES
" Monte Carlo Night at Infant of Prague on March 28 at 7:00 pm. $5 admission.
" The Catholic FertilityCare Centers offer couples a safe, reliable system to effectively plan their families in accordance with Church teaching. Introductory sessions on: March 29 at 10 am & April 9 at 6:30 pm at Buffalo Mercy Hospital (828-2438) or at Sisters Hospital (862-1944) on April 12 at 10:30 am. Pre-registration required.
" Ladies of Charity Bell Ringer Auction and Luncheon - March 29 - 11:00, Lunch at Noon at Creekside Banquet Center, 2669 Union Rd., Cheektowaga. Cost is $25 - Call 895-4001 to make a reservation.
" "Spring Fling Purse Party" sponsored by Tra Unlimited on Sat., March 30, from 9 am -4 pm. hundreds of designer-inspired purses, wallets, scarves and sunglasses for sale, At Nativity Church (Main & Harris Hill) in the Msgr. Pass Social Center located in the; basement of the Church.
" St. Andrew's Flea Market & Rummage Sale - April 6 - 9 am - 2 pm in St. Andrew's Parish Hall, 111 Crocker St., Sloan.
" "Stas and Stella's Mostly Traditional Polish Wedding Dinner" Theater at Kiebzak's New Beginnings Banquet Facility, 38 Crocker St., Sloan on Sunday, April 13. Limited seating - Admissin $35 per person. Call 892-0425 for reservations.
" St. Margaret School is hosting an All Classes Reunion to celebrate the 90th Anniversary on Saturday, April 26. A light dinner reception in the school hall will follow the 4:30 Mass. Tickets are $20. For more info or reservations call the school at 876-8885 or Carol at 837-4277
" Meals on Wheels is looking for Volunteers to help in delivering meals to our homebound and our elderly. Contact JoAnn at 560-8832 or 892-1711.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES
As of Tuesday, March 18th, our parish has collected $197,182 from 698 of our 2,200 families.
You are asked to look into your heart and give as much as you can. Please indicate the amount of your donation on the card you received in the mail, and enclose it with a check, cash, or pledge and return it in this week's collection, to the Rectory, or in the mail.
Your support of this year's Appeal is vital. Please consider increasing your donation this year, by pledging a larger amount, and making payments in several installments. A gift of $100 is less than $2 per week. Try to join the Large Gift donor group by giving a minimum of $250. This is what helps make our parish go over the top every year. Let us show Fr. Joe Sicari (Director of Catholic Charities, who assists at CTK) our support.
If you are employed by a firm, that "matches gifts" to charitable institutions, secure a form from your personnel office and forward the completed form to Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously.

Loneliness. Comfort It.
Hunger. Nourish It.
Neglect. Eliminate it.
Domestic Violence. End It.
Catholic Charities is a Human Service Organization.

Blessings of the Risen Lord, with grateful appreciation for all you have done to help Catholic Charities get closer to its $11.2 million goal. As a volunteer, donor or both, your time, talents and efforts have made all difference. Let's close the gap and reach the number that will help us continue to serve the people of Western New York , as we have for 85 years. Appeal 2008 Support It. Submit a pledge to your parish, donate online at www.1-for-all.org, or call 856-4494 to make a pledge.

NEED HELP WITH AN ANNULMENT? If you or anyone you know would like some encouragement and positive assistance in obtaining an annulment, Randy and Lorrie Rakoczynski can help. They have personally each obtained annulments, and have also completed Annulment Companion training. They will provide guidance on how to start the process and effectively write your petition. It can be a very cleansing and rewarding experience. Please contact Randy and Lorrie Rakoczynski at 633-5887 or e-mail at lorrier357@roadrunner.com. They will provide a little or a lot of help, whatever you need.

IS GAMBLING AFFECTING YOUR RELATIONSHIP? Does your spouse spend more time and money gambling than you think they should? Is it causing problems for the two of you? A research study sponsored by the University at Buffalo and the Gambling Recovery Program is seeking couples interested in receiving help due to the negative effects of gambling. The Couples Treatment Project is a free, confidential, and professional program that may help you and your partner stop the downward spiral of a gambling problem. For more information, call 887-2216.

MASS FOR THE UNBORN will be held on March 25, at 7:00 p.m. at St. Aloysius Church, 157 Cleveland Dr, Cheektowaga. Fr. Mark Noonan will be the celebrant.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
"Every person is on a cross. Some ask to be taken down, like the thief at the left. Some ask to be taken up, like the thief on the right. " - Alaska Radio Mission, March 2003
There is always a need for Adorers. This week we are looking for Adorers for 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, Monday and Wednesday; 10:00 a.m. on Thursday; and at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday. If you can fill one of these time periods, please call Jeanne at 839-4061 or Martha at 839-2268. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you and God bless you!

DO YOU HAVE A FAMILY MEMBER SERVING OUR COUNTRY
N THE MILITARY, AT HOME OR OVERSEAS?
We will be glad to add their name to the bulletin board in the Vestibule of the Upper Church, which has been dedicated to honor those who are in all arms of the military. This display gives a visual reminder of the brave, dedicated men and women serving our country, and reminds us to keep them in our personal prayers, as well as our prayers at Mass. Send us a photograph (if available), and information including their name, rank, arm of military and assignment - whether overseas or at home. This will be an on-going display, so please continue to send in the names and pictures. Our thanks to the Respect Life Committee for designing the display.

ADORATION AND PRAYER SERVICE FOR IRAQ CAPTIVES
Please join us at Our Lady of the Rosary (359 Lake St. - Rte. 425, Wilson) on Saturday, March 29, for a day of prayer for Jonathon Cote, an area native, and 4 other men captured on November 15, 2006. Recent news of torture against these men is causing the need to storm Heaven with our prayers before the Blessed Sacrament. Adoration begins at 12:30 p.m. and Chaplet and prayers at 3:00 with Fr Wozniak.

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

MON., March 24 - Easter Monday
No 6:45 am Mass
8:00 Patricia Will - husband, Paul

TUES., March 25 - Easter Tuesday
No 6:45 am Mass
8:00 ANNIV. Peggy Collins - Family

WED., March 26 - Easter Wednesday
No 6:45 am Mass
8:00 Beatrice F. and Edward A. Smith - Myrella Nagel

THURS., March 27 - Easter Thursday
No 6:45 am Mass
8:00 a.m. Noreen De'Aeth - Family

FRI., March 28 - Easter Friday
No 6:45 am Mass
8:00 a.m. Deceased Members of the Cunningham Family - Pat & Maryann Cunningham

SAT., March 29 - Vigil Second Sunday of Easter
4:30 p.m. Peter Bagarozzo - Joan, Larry, Marc, Dana & Krista Colucci

SUN., March 30 - Second Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 am Florence and Walter Wadas - Patty & Bill Moore
Lower 9:30 Tom McCarthy - Family
Lower 11:00 Dr. & Mrs. Charles Klipfel, and Dr. Herbert & Marie Pratt - Geraldine Klipfel
Upper 12:15 pm Robert J. Kersten - Mary Jane & Family

HAPPY EASTER

Dear Parishioners,

Greetings in the Risen Lord. How fortunate we are to be a resurrection people; people immersed in the belief that Jesus has conquered sin and death for us by His death and glorious Resurrection.

As we gather at this time of year, renewed and refreshed in our faith, we join together as a parish family to renew our baptismal promises and our fidelity to the Risen Lord and His Church. May God's blessings remain with all of you as we celebrate together and sing our "Alleluias" until the Lord shall come again.

On behalf of Fr. Daniel O'Leary, Fr. Joseph Klos, and Deacon Norm Foster, we wish each of you a Blessed Easter. Many thanks for your thoughtfulness in cards and gifts this Holy Season.

In Christ the King,
Fr. John Gaglione
Fr. Joe Sicari

PERPETUAL ADORATION CHAPEL
The Adoration Chapel is closed for the Easter Triduum and Easter Sunday. It will reopen on Monday, March 24 at 9:00 a.m. According to Church Law: "Under no circumstances may perpetual exposition take place during the Easter Triduum."

EASTER DUTY
Part of our Lenten regulations requires us to "perform our Easter Duty," that is, to receive Holy Communion at least once a year, between Ash Wednesday and Trinity Sunday, which is May 18th.

EASTER THANK-YOU'S EXTENDED TO
… Dan Staszak, our maintenance Supervisor, for all the extra work he has done to help prepare our churches for the Easter celebration. His preparation began two weeks ago with the polishing of the brass and copper candlestick holders, and continued through Easter, helping Fr. John make sure everything was where it should be for the appropriate celebrations.
… Ugo DelSorbo, who works with Dan to help keep the Churches looking their best.
… The Altar Decoration Committee, for the beautiful display of flowers in both our Churches. Thanks especially to Loretta Stachura for her hard work in organizing the flower order.
…Adria Ryan, Director of Music Ministry, the Adult Choir, and the Children's Choir, who helped make the Lenten Season so special, especially the Holy Week Services.
… Our Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers Altar Servers, and Ushers for their dedication to these ministries throughout the year, and whose presence assists our priests during the Mass.

RCIA AND EASTER SACRAMENTS
RCIA is a process, through which newcomers are welcomed into the Roman Catholic Church, and others complete their initiation into our faith. We are proud of our candidates who have now fully entered into the Catholic community. Those of you who attended the Easter Vigil were fortunate to witness Mark Shoemaker's Baptism, and for Mark, George Grimes, Rich Leugemous and Tim Taylor as the received the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist. They will all deepen their understanding of the mysteries of our faith as they continue to journey through the Easter season in this period called Mystagogia. Please keep them in your prayers.

WELCOME TO ALL
Easter is about new beginnings. If you haven't been to Church in a while, consider Easter as an opportunity to return to the regular practice of your faith. Regular attendance at mass will help you to experience the healing presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. "Perfect love drives out fear … We love because he first loved us." (1 John 4:18-19) If you have any questions or concerns, you are invited to contact Renée Villa, the Pastoral Associate at 839-1430, or on the web at rvilla@ctksnyder.com

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR
BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF March 30, 2008 -
Second Sunday of Easter

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

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

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

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

STEWARDSHIP IN FAITH
Weekly Offering:
Week Ending
" March 25, 2007 - Regular Collection -
" March 23, 2008 - Regular Collection -
Thank you for your Support!!

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

PRAYER SHAWLS MINISTRY
Every Wednesday evening, a group of dedicated people meet in the Church Library from 7-9 pm, to knit Prayer Shawls. there are also many people who knit (women and men) who knit or crochet in the privacy of their own homes. All of these dedicated people help keep us with a supply of prayer shawls for those who need to know of God's comforting and healing presence. If you can't knit a prayer shawl would you consider donating 3 full skeins of yarn in the same color, needed to create a prayer shawl? The yarn may be dropped off at the Rectory. Thank you for your help.

Name: ____________________________________________________________________________

Street Address: ____________________________________________________________________

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
The next Religious Education Classes will be on Monday, March 31st. The classes will be as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 pm
Grade 7: 7:00-8:15 pm
¢ Grade 9 - Mr. Martin Haumesser's class will be going to St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room on Sunday, March 30th
¢ Grade 3 - Mini-Retreat - Mrs. Kathleen Mattar's and Mr. Thomas Corey's class will attend the First Communion Mini-Retreat on Saturday, April 5. Information was mailed to the families in regard to time and place. Mrs. Maureen Butwin's class will meet n the Lower Church at 12:00 Noon-1:30 pm for lunch and rehearsal. Dismissal for all 3 classes will be from the big parking lot at school.

VOCATION VIEWS
Blessed are they who have not seen, yet believe. What will it take for me to respond to God's call to priesthood, diaconate or religious life. If God is calling you, call Fr. Walter Szczesny at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL NEWS
Ü Today is Sweepstakes Sunday- Thank you for your support. Stop in the church library or Chapel Meeting Room to purchase Sweepstakes tickets, Gala tickets and to check out our new Classroom Theme Basket Raffle. There will also be a few auction items on display.
Ü Thursday April 3 - Grades 3-8 will be participating in Catholic Schools Day at the Philharmonic.
Grades K -2 will be taking a field trip to Rockwell Hall for a live theater presentation of "Stone
Soup"
Ü Friday April 4 - 8:45 Mass prepared by Grade 8; Noon Dismissal
Ü Saturday April 5 - See you at The Blue & Gold Gala and Auction. Doors open at 6 pm; Music by The Music Krew. Catering by Bings' Restaurant; Tickets $40 per person.

CONGRATULATIONS to the following parishioners from Canisius High School, who achieved honors during the 3rd marking period: David Augenblick, Samuel Bankowski, Nicholas Ferrara, Benjamin Foster, Gregory Gaglione, Alexander Gaulin, Stephen Keating, Gordon Lyons, Peter Marshfield, Emmett Ogiony, Connor Ortolani, Owen Ortolani, Eric Sepanski, Kevin Smyth, Gregory Swords, Richard Walsh, Andrew Wingerter, and Conner Wingerter.

YOU SAY: I'm not smart enough

GOD SAYS: "I give you wisdom" - 1 Corinthians 1:30

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

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
"The future is as bright as the promises of God. We know not what the future hold, but we know Who holds the future." - Alaska Radio Mission, August 2002
There is always a need for Adorers. This week we are looking for Adorers for 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, Monday and Wednesday; 10:00 a.m. on Thursday; and at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday. If you can fill one of these time periods, please call Jeanne at 839-4061 or Martha at 839-2268. New Adorers are always welcome. Thank you and God bless you!

CATHOLIC CHARITIES
As of Tuesday, March 25th, our parish has collected $210,397 from 731 of our 2,200 families.
You are asked to look into your heart and give as much as you can. Please indicate the amount of your donation on the card you received in the mail, and enclose it with a check, cash, or pledge and return it in this week's collection, to the Rectory, or in the mail.
Your support of this year's Appeal is vital. Please consider increasing your donation this year, by pledging a larger amount, and making payments in several installments. A gift of $100 is less than $2 per week. Try to join the Large Gift donor group by giving a minimum of $250. This is what helps make our parish go over the top every year. Let us show Fr. Joe Sicari (Director of Catholic Charities, who assists at CTK) our support.
If you are employed by a firm, that "matches gifts" to charitable institutions, secure a form from your personnel office and forward the completed form to Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously.

Loneliness. Comfort It.
Hunger. Nourish It.
Neglect. Eliminate it.
Domestic Violence. End It.
Catholic Charities is a Human Service Organization.

Help close the gap and reach the number that will help us continue to serve the people of Western New York , as we have for 85 years. Appeal 2008 Support It. Submit a pledge to your parish, donate online at www.1-for-all.org, or call 856-4494 to make a pledge.

LADIES OF CHARITY NEEDS YOUR HELP - Ladies of charity is a volunteer organization of Catholic Charities. One of its outreach ministries is the FRESH START program, providing items to families starting over after fire, spousal abuse, or rehabilitation. Currently the program is in immediate need of new or gently-used bedding - all sizes of sheets and blankets, pillowcases. Your donation can be made at the Ladies of Charity office, 1122 Broadway in Buffalo, or call 895-4001 for more information.

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT THIS YEAR'S EASTER DATE
Easter is always the 1st Sunday after the 1st full moon after the Spring Equinox (which is March 20). This dating of Easter is based on the lunar calendar that Hebrew people used to identify Passover, which is why it moves around on our Roman calendar.
Easter this year was on Sunday, March 23, but it can actually be one day earlier (March 22), although that is pretty rare. This year is the earliest Easter any of us will ever see the rest of our lives! And only the most elderly of our population have ever seen it this early (95 years old or above!). And none of us have ever, or will ever, see it a day earlier! The next time Easter will be this early (March 23) will be the year 2228 (220 years from now). The last time it was this early was 1913 (95 years ago). The next time it will be a day earlier, March 22, will be in the year 2285 (277 years from now). The last time it was on March 22 was 1818. So, no one alive today has or will ever see it any earlier than this year. Imagine that!

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

AREA ACTIVITIES
" Healing Mass at St. Leo's (885 Sweet Home Rd), - Monday April 7th - Confessions at 6:30, Rosary recited at 7:00, Mass at 7:30 followed by prayers for healing with laying on of hands.
" The Catholic FertilityCare Centers offer couples a safe, reliable system to effectively plan their families in accordance with Church teaching. Introductory sessions on: April 9 at 6:30 pm at Buffalo Mercy Hospital (828-2438) or at Sisters Hospital (862-1944) on April 12 at 10:30 am. Pre-registration required.
" Amherst Symphony Orchestra will be playing on April 6 at 7 pm at Amherst Middle School - All concerts are free and open to the public. Pre-Concert event at 6:15 - "Wonderful Winds"
" St. Andrew's Flea Market & Rummage Sale - April 6 - 9 am - 2 pm in St. Andrew's Parish Hall, 111 Crocker St., Sloan.
" Mass for those touched by Adoption will be held on April 19 at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Victory Basilica, Ridge Rd & South Park in Lackawanna. For birth parents, adoptees, adoptive parents, grandparents and other relatives.
" St. Margaret School - All Classes Reunion on Saturday, April 26. Tickets are $20. For more info or reservations call the school at 876-8885 or Carol at 837-4277.

BAREFOOT IN THE PARK by NEIL SIMON - Come see Adria Ryan, CTK Director of Music Ministry, at the Lancaster Opera House (21 Central Ave., Lancaster) on April 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12 & 13, It's an comedy about newlyweds, the bride's mother, and the eccentric neighbor upstairs. Tickets are $16 - Adults, $14 - Senior/Student. Order tickets online at http://www.lancopera.org/barefoot.htm; or call 683-1776, Monday-Friday 9:30 am to 4:00 pm.

MASSES
SAT., March 29 - Vigil Second Sunday of Easter
4:30 p.m. Peter Bagarozzo - Joan, Larry, Marc, Dana & Krista Colucci

MON., March 31 - Annunciation of the Lord
6:45 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. John R. Gaglione
8:00 Intentions of Sister Mary Laura Lesniak - The RCIA Team

TUES., April 1 - Easter Weekday
6:45 a.m. Bernard Richelt - Carol Jordan
8:00 Richard Reilly - Wife & family

WED., April 2 - Francis of Paola, hermit
6:45 a.m. Evelyn A. McGurrin - Patricia & Michael Junga
8:00 Mary Clark - JoAnn Locicero

THURS., April 3 - Easter Weekday
6:45 a.m. William Collins - Dr. & Mrs. Raymond Hudson
8:00 a.m. Rose Santiago - Rosary & Altar Society

FRI., April 4 - Isidore, bishop and doctor
6:45 a.m. John Dlugasz - Thursday B Bishop's Committee
*8:45 Jane Sullivan - Rosary and Altar Society

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

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