March 01 Bulletins

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BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF March 4, 2001
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR
1st Sunday of Lent" -

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

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

PLEASE PRAY FOR:
THE SICK OF THE PARISH, ESPECIALLY:
Vincent Balbierz, Joe Bardenett, Joan Barron, Andrew Benbenek, Carol Ann Brandner, Shirley Carocci, May Castellin, Paula Clody-Neumeister, Robert Alan Davis, Shalet DiCapito, Connie Eckenrode, Regis Engel, Salvatore Ferro, Michael Fiorentino, David Foster, Edith Gartler, Mike Gigante, Diane Giglia, Paul Gordan, Eleanor Gottstein, Marge Green, George Grow, Angela Hudson, George Johnson, John Kaczorowski, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Beth Kurtz, Virginia Lintner, Sister Margaret Mary, Leo Masgula, Matthew Maslona, Peter Mazzarelli, Teresa Newland, Frances Oddi, Patricia Phillips, Rose Quinn, Mary Rafferty, Margaret Russo, Evelyn Scheller, Gary Schulenberg, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Ted Smith, Antonietta Suriani, Raymond Tomczak, Richard Troidl, Marion Yerke, Carol Wagner, Linda Weber, Robert Wellence, Paul Whelan, Alex Wozniak, Sharon Wrzosek, and Victor Zucarelli;

THOSE AMONG US WHO HAVE DIED, our relatives, parishioners & friends, ESPECIALLY: Margaret Sanders (nurse at Christ the King School);

PARISH ROSARY CHAIN
If you have an intention to be added to our Parish Rosary Chain or if you would like to become part of the Rosary Chain Ministry, please call Margaret Babich at 839-0335.

IF SOMEONE FROM YOUR FAMILY OR OUR PARISH IS HOSPITALIZED…
Please call the Rectory and one of the priests will make every effort to come and see you. Most Hospitals no longer notify us when parishioners are admitted

YEARLY CONTRIBUTION STATEMENT - If you would like a copy of your yearly contributions for the year 2000, please call the Rectory or drop a note in the Sunday collection.

SPECIAL 75TH ANNIVERSARY RAFFLE
Tickets for a special CTK Anniversary Raffle are for sale after masses and in the Rectory during the week for ONLY $5 each. Winning ticket will be drawn on Saturday, March 17th after the 4:30 p.m. Mass. The prizes include:
Ų 1st Prize: One week stay (July 15-22) for 6 in Colonial, Williamsburg, VA. Amenities include tennis, hiking, and pools, nearby to Busch Gardens. (Value: $1,500)
Ų 2nd Prize: Dinner for 11 with Msgr. Lichtenthal at the Rectory, catered by BING's restaurant. (Value: priceless!)
Ų 3rd Prize: A Gift Basket filled with cheer and dinner certificates to a few of your favorite parishioners' restaurants including: BING's, THE BIJOU GRILLE, and LORD CHUMLEY'S RESTAURANT. (Value: $250)

PARISH OUTREACH
We are currently setting up a schedule for our volunteers to visit the homebound & Nursing Home patients. If you are currently bringing the Eucharist to someone unable to go to Mass, or if you know of anyone in the parish who is unable to get to church and not receiving the Eucharist, please call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

ST. FRANCIS NOVENA OF GRACE
March 4th to Monday, March 12th - The Novena prayers will be recited after the 5:30 p.m. Mass, Monday-Friday and after the 8:00 a.m. Mass on Saturday and Sunday. The Novena prayers will be available next weekend, if you wish to recite it at home.

RESPECT LIFE MEETING
The next meeting of the Respect Life Committee is on Tuesday, March 6th at 7:30 pm in the Church Library. Meeting is open to all.

THE MEN WHO BUILT THE TRANSCONTINENTAL RAILROAD
On Tuesday, March 6th, Fr. Edward Dunn, SJ, our weekend assistant and "train expert", will review the book The Men Who Built the Transcontinental Railroad by Stephen E. Ambrose, at Chef's Restaurant, 291 Seneca St. Cash bar/hors d'oeuvres at 5:30, the welcome, review & discussion begins at 6:15. See the notice on the bulletin board for more details.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
When we lose a loved one by death, we are wounded. Just as a wound does, we need to heal from within, to express our thoughts and feelings, even when they seem crazy. A support group is a safe haven where we can talk, cry, share our anger, guilt and fears with those who understand and care. A Bereavement Support Group, sponsored by Christ the King Bereavement Committee, has been organized for all persons grieving the death of a loved one. The program will consist of six sessions beginning Wed, March 7th and every other Wednesday, through May 16th in the Church Library. For more information, please call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation
We are very proud of this year's candidates who presented themselves to Bishop Mansell at St. Amelia's Church last week: Amie Auten, Andrea Olijnyk and Stefan W. Freshour. Our next session will be held on Thursday, March 8th at 7:15 pm in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. Our topic will be about the death and resurrection of Jesus. If you have any questions, or know of someone who may be interested, please call Becky at 839-4156, Fr. David Bellittiere at 839-1430, or visit our website www.ctksnyder.com/rcia.htm.

HOLY NAME SUNDAY
Next Sunday, March 11th members of the Holy Name Society, their family and friends will be attending the 8:00 am Mass as a group. After Mass, coffee and donuts will be served.

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS
The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Wednesday, March 14th at 7:00 pm in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. There will not be a class in April. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway off of Lamarck.

MEGJUGORGIE PRAYER GROUP
… will meet on Wednesday, March 14th at 9:30 a.m. at 303 Burroughs Drive. Please call 839-2185 for more information.

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
…please stop in the Ushers Room today to complete a SHORT "Mass Time" Survey.
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HOLY NAME SOCIETY LENTEN MINI-RETREAT
The Annual Holy Name Society Lenten Mini-Retreat will be held on Saturday, March 31st. This retreat is open to men and women. Watch the bulletin for more information.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Classes for Monday, March 4th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 pm
Grade 7: 7:00-8:30 pm

First Reconciliation - This weekend, seventy-four of our children received the Sacrament of Reconciliation. On behalf of our parish community, we congratulate them and their families. A special "thank you" to Mary DeRosa and Robin Paolini for the design of the altar banner which is on display in the Upper Church, and to Mary DeRosa for the reconciliation certificates. Also, thanks to our teachers: Mrs. Mary Lou Balcerak, Mrs. Nina Caffarelli, Mrs. Gail Canna and Mrs. Holly Tiftickjian.

SCHOOL NEWS
Ø We mourn the loss of one of our nurses, Mrs. Peggy Sanders, who passed away suddenly on Friday, Feb. 23rd. We extend our deepest sympathy to her family and will keep them in our prayers. Peg will be sadly missed by the faculty, staff, and families of Christ the King School
Ø There are still openings in our 2001-2002 Kindergarten Class. Please contact the School Office at 839-0473, ext. 301, if you are interested in registering your child.
Ø Grades 3-8 will attend Catholic Schools' Day at the Philharmonic on Wednesday.
Ø The Annual Variety Show will be held Friday evening at 7:00 pm in the School Gym.

A VOCATION VIEW
Jesus was led by the Holy Spirit into the desert for forty days of prayer and fasting. Are you open to being led by the Holy Spirit into the life-commitment God has prepared for you? If God is calling you, call Father Leo Biernat at 847-5535.

NOTES FROM MUSIC MINISTRY
During February we have celebrated black history month and the rich cultural roots of African American Music. The songs of the Negro people have echoed all human emotions, the spiritual is at the heart of expressive singing and reveals a life of work, struggle and oppression. This is the voice of a people who's songs have been the musical forum of today.
+Rehearsals: Parish and Family Choirs - Thursday at 7:00 pm
75th Anniversary Youth Choir - Friday at 2:30 pm
Questions? Please Contact Christina Shrewsbury, Dir. of Music Ministry at 839-1430, ext. 212.

YOU CAN SAVE A LIFE
Please take the time to contact President Bush asking him to prohibit Federal Funding for Human Embryo Research. Stem cells can be retrieved from umbilical cords and adult bone marrow for research. This decision will be made on March 15th. Please contact the White House with your disapproval by March 15th, by calling: (202)456-1414 or e-mail: president@whitehouse.gov.

BRIDGING THE GAP - FAITH & DAILY LIFE
How do you connect Sunday to Monday? A Study Day on how Catholics connect their faith with their daily lives in families, places of work and the community will be offered to all interested parishioners at Christ the King Seminary on Thursday, March 15th from 9:00am - 3:00 pm Lunch and a play on the life of Dorothy Day are also included. Cost for the day is $25 before Feb. 26th and $30 before the deadline of March 2nd. For more information and registration, call Office of Church Ministry at 847-5530 or 5531.

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL!
Spend an hour per week in silent adoration of Our Lord in the Most Blessed Sacrament and receive a lifetime of grace. Consider signing up for an early morning hour - Tuesday at 7:00 a.m. or Wednesday at 8:00 a.m. Call Maureen at 839-5044.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
The Adorers of the Perpetual Adoration wish to thank Jesus for the following favors:
1) Thank you for the new job, which is more money, less travel & less stress!
2) Thank you for successful surgery for the cancer.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1-hour each week with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament: We take time for doctor's appointments to benefit our physical needs. Why not make an appointment with Jesus to benefit your spiritual needs?

PARISH EVENTS DURING LENT (clip and save)
Ø Daily Mass: 6:55, 8:00 & 5:30 (Monday - Friday)
Ø Stations of the Cross: Fridays at 7:15
Ø St. Francis Novena of Grace: March 4-12 after 5:30 pm mass on weekdays and 8:00 am on Saturday and Sunday.
Ø Lenten Family Fish Fry: Friday, March 23
Ø Parish Mini-Retreat sponsored by the Holy Name Society: Saturday, March 31
Begins at 8:00 a.m. with Mass and ends at Noon.
Ø Lenten Penance Service: Tuesday, April 3
Ø Holy Week: April 9 - 14
Ø Reflections on the Way of the Cross: Good Friday, April 13

Prayer for the good of your soul,
Fasting for the good of your body,
Almsgiving for the good of your neighbor.

LENTEN LECTURE SERIES - The Lay Vicariate Council has planned a Lenten Lecture Series, which will be held on Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm during Lent:
March 8th, Nativity, Harris Hill - Why We Need Jesus
March 15th, St. Gregory's -Why Confess Your Sins to a Priest?
March 22nd, St. Christopher's - The Day Christ Died
March 29th, Blessed Sacrament, Kenmore - Authentic Spirituality: Learning How to Love the Questions
April 5th, St. Peter & Paul, Williamsville -Are Catholics Saved

A SUGGESTION FOR LENTEN SPIRITUAL GROWTH
Spend an hour with Jesus in the beautiful Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Chapel. "Committing to the time is difficult in this busy world," Father DeLuca acknowledged. "It's a question of proper priorities. Each moment we spend in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament deepens our union with Christ and makes our minds and hearts more peaceful on earth and enables us to live a happier life."

YOUTH NEWS
The Teen Youth Group of CTK is an organization in which all high school teen parishioners are automatically members. Teens are encouraged to participate in any or all events. Members who feel a strong dedication and commitment to serve should consider a position on the CTK Youth Council. This leadership council works directly with adult coordinators, volunteers, and parish teens to plan programs & events that seek to increase faith, encourage friendship, and promote fun in a welcoming atmosphere. We invite you to become an active part of teen life at Christ the King Church. For information on any of the items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
v Youth Group Meeting - Sun, March 4th at 10:30 in the Church Library, all teens welcome.
v CROSS Meeting (Catholics Reading Our Sacred Scripture) - all teens are invited to join
us on Mon., March 5th from 7:20-8:30 pm, for prayer & bible study. We will gather at 7:20 in the Upper Church & then go to one of the meeting rooms for the remainder of the time. Refreshments will be served. Please bring a bible with you. Meetings will be held every other Monday night beginning this week. Meetings for March & April are March 5, 19 & April 2 & 23.

YOUTH CONVENTION NEWS

Twelve teen delegates from Christ the King Parish joined youth from throughout the diocese for the 49th Annual Diocesan Youth Convention in Niagara Falls, the weekend of Feb. 17 & 18.

Keynote speaker Brian K. Johnson, Diocesan Director of Youth Ministry for the Catholic Diocese of Galveston-Houston spoke passionately about our faith and addressed our youth on issues of cultural relationships, social justice and personal growth and commitment. Dynamic workshops, speak-out sessions, fellowship and prayer, dances, coffeehouses, and a special closing liturgy, all were part of making the convention a great experience.

Thanks to the generosity of so many of our parishioners, our teens were able to deliver over 1,200 tee-shirts which contributed to the Diocesan total of approximately 31,000 shirts that will be sent to the missions in Nicaragua. Our parish came in 5th place in the tee-shirt contest for being able to dress our delegate - Chris Gammell put on 159 shirts in a 2-minute time limit!

We are proud of each of our delegates who represented our parish and thank our junior advisors and chaperones. We wish to give a special thank you to Dick and Jean Maslona who give up a weekend's sleep to take care of our group each year at the Convention.

Senior CTK Youth Council Member and this year's Diocesan Youth Board President, Deb Aquilina, presided over the convention and shared steps of her faith journey and this year's experiences to the entire delegation of teens and adults during her closing speech. Her personal witness was inspiring and faith building. As President, Deb has worked hard in helping to organize Diocesan programs such as this past convention for all teens in all parishes. We thank her for her work and dedication to this position and for representing our parish in this very special way.

Congratulations to Senior Youth Council Members Matthew Testa and Eric Voglmayr who were two of the recipients of this year's Manus Christi Award. The Manus Christi, or Hands of Christ, is an award given to graduating seniors who have shown leadership and extended service to their parish and community. We take great pride in congratulating these tow teens for their work and commitment to their Church and the value they place on serving others.

The ED Argy Award for Community Service was award to the Teen Youth Group of Christ the King Parish. This award is given to parishes who have dedicated time and creative effort to serving those in need. We received this recognition for making service an important component of our Youth Ministry Program, and in particular for our Christmas Gift Basket Project for the elderly who are home bound or in nursing homes.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., MARCH 3 - Vigil Mass for the First Sunday of Lent
Lower 4:30 p.m. Rev. Bernard A. Weiss - Sarah DiNatale
Upper 7:00 Anne Hard - Bernice Glenski

SUN., MARCH 4 - First Sunday of Lent
Upper 8:00 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal
Lower 9:30 Elizabeth Saeli - Daughters Beth, Melissa, Meg & Claire
Lower 11:00 ANNIV. James J. Murphy - Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Ruth Cecala - Son, Frank Cecala

MON., MARCH 5 - Lenten Weekday, First Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Bert and Agnes Hunter - Estate
8:00 Catherine Syracuse - Josephine Syracuse
5:30 p.m. Karnath Family - Estate

TUES., MARCH 6 - Lenten Weekday, First Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Ella V. Connor - Mary Cole
8:00 Herbert and Louise Seggel - Estate
5:30 p.m. Wallace and Pearl Andrezewski - Estate

WED., MARCH 7 - Perpetua and Felicity, martyrs
6:55 a.m. Frederick Johns - Dr. & Mrs. E. Macks
8:00 Eleanor Fisher - Family
5:30 p.m. ANNIV. Richard Reilly - Family

THURS., MARCH 8 - John of God, religious
6:55 a.m. In Honor of St. Jude
8:00 Anne Hard - The Flynn Family
5:30 p.m. Doreen McGuire - Harold and Craig Speers Family

FRI., MARCH 9 - Frances of Rome, religious
6:55 a.m. Lee Naples - Susan Lenahan
8:00 ANNIV. Connie Carlson - Family
5:30 p.m. Bret Morgan- Janet and Jack Terhaar
*7:15 Stations of the Cross

SAT., MARCH 10 - Lenten Weekday, First Week of Lent
8:00 a.m. James Oddi - Mother, Frances Oddi
Lower 4:30 p.m. Helen Kotas - Bernie Howard
Upper 7:00 Helen and Stan Binda - Family

SUN., MARCH 11 - Second Sunday of Lent
Upper 8:00 a.m. ANNIV. Margaret Riso - Daughters
Lower 9:30 Parish Mass for Priests, Sisters, Lay Ministers and Religious
Lower 11:00 Dr. John and Florence Kelly - Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. Angelo and Lucia Claps - Daughter-in Law, Laura

AD MULTOS ANNOS
HAPPY 38TH ANNIVERSARY OF ORDINATION
MARCH 9TH
MSGR. JAMES LICHTENTHAL

BABY SHOWER
The Respect Life Committee of CTK will be sponsoring a baby shower to benefit needy mothers who have chosen life for their babies. We invite you to bring new and gently used items to Church the weekends of: March 10/11 and 17/18

ITEMS WHICH ARE ALWAYS APPRECIATED INCLUDE:
*layette items-onesies, nightgowns, bibs, socks, etc.
*disposable diapers
*toddler clothing
*baby equipment-car seats, cribs, playpens, etc.
*formula & baby food-please check expiration date

Please leave your unwrapped gifts in or by the playpen in the foyer of the upstairs Church.

THANK YOU FOR HELPING THOSE WHO CHOSE LIFE!
Questions? Call Maureen Pratt 836-0736

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF March 12, 2001
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR
2nd Sunday of Lent

SUNDAY READINGS:

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

Next Sunday: 3rd Sunday of Lent
1st Reading - Exodus 3:1-8, 13-15
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 10:1-6, 10-12
Gospel - Luke 13:1-9

PLEASE PRAY FOR:
THE SICK OF THE PARISH, ESPECIALLY:
Vincent Balbierz, Joe Bardenett, Joan Barron, Andrew Benbenek, Carol Ann Brandner, Shirley Carocci, May Castellin, Paula Clody-Neumeister, Robert Alan Davis, Shalet DiCapito, Connie Eckenrode, Regis Engel, Salvatore Ferro, Michael Fiorentino, David Foster, Edith Gartler, Diane Giglia, Sam Giglia, Paul Gordan, Eleanor Gottstein, Marge Green, George Grow, Angela Hudson, George Johnson, John Kaczorowski, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Beth Kurtz, Virginia Lintner, Sister Margaret Mary, Leo Masgula, Matthew Maslona, Peter Mazzarelli, Teresa Newland, Frances Oddi, Patricia Phillips, Rose Quinn, Mary Rafferty, Margaret Russo, Evelyn Scheller, Gary Schulenberg, Corynne Shipstone, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Elizabeth Sinmons, Ted Smith, Antonietta Suriani, Raymond Tomczak, Richard Troidl, Marion Yerke, Carol Wagner, Linda Weber, Robert Wellence, Paul Whelan, Alex Wozniak, Sharon Wrzosek, and Victor Zucarelli;

THOSE AMONG US WHO HAVE DIED, our relatives, parishioners & friends, ESPECIALLY: Laura Claps (mother of Lucille Lydon), Carmela Federick (mother of Will), Albert Kodinak, Rev. Clatus E. Snyder (retired Diocesan Priest), and Helen Splett (Grandmother of Amy Harrington & Mark Magiera);

PARISH ROSARY CHAIN
If you have an intention to be added to our Parish Rosary Chain or if you would like to become part of the Rosary Chain Ministry, please call Margaret Babich at 839-0335.

YEARLY CONTRIBUTION STATEMENT - If you would like a copy of your yearly contributions for the year 2000, please call the Rectory or drop a note in the Sunday collection.

SPECIAL 75TH ANNIVERSARY RAFFLE
DRAWING - NEXT SATURDAY!!!
This is your last chance to get tickets for the special CTK Anniversary Raffle. The winning ticket will be drawn on Saturday, March 17th after the 4:30 p.m. mass. Tickets are for sale after today's mass and in the Rectory during the week for ONLY $5 each. The prizes include:
Ų 1st Prize: One week stay (July 15-22) for 6 in Colonial, Williamsburg, VA. Amenities include tennis, hiking, and pools, nearby to Busch Gardens. (Value: $1,500)
Ų 2nd Prize: Dinner for 11 with Msgr. Lichtenthal at the Rectory, catered by BING's restaurant. (Value: priceless!)
Ų 3rd Prize: A Gift Basket filled with cheer and dinner certificates to a few of your favorite parishioners' restaurants including: BING's, THE BIJOU GRILLE, and LORD CHUMLEY'S RESTAURANT. (Value: $250)

BABY SHOWER
The Respect Life Committee is sponsoring a baby shower to benefit needy mothers who have chosen life for their babies. We invite you to bring new and gently used items to Church this weekend and next weekend. Please leave your unwrapped gifts in or by the playpen in the foyer of the Upstairs Church. Items which are always appreciated include: layette items (onesies, nightgowns, bibs, socks, etc.), disposable diapers, toddler clothing, baby equipment (car seats, cribs, playpens, etc.), formula and baby food (please check expiration date). Thank you for helping those who chose life! Questions? Call Maureen Pratt at 836-0736.

BIBLE BUDDIES
You and your pre-school child ages 2-4 are invited to join us this Wednesday or Thursday morning from 10:00-10:30 in the Chapel Meeting Room for Bible Buddies, our Bible Story and craft time. We will share a story to help your child learn more about God and the Bible, and they will make something special to bring home. For more information, please contact Adele Kraus at 839-5340.

MEGJUGORGIE PRAYER GROUP
… will meet on Wednesday, March 14th at 9:30 a.m. at 303 Burroughs Drive. Please call 839-2185 for more information.

RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation
Our next session will be held on Thursday, March 15TH at 7:15 pm in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. Our topic of discussion will be on the Holy Spirit. If you have any questions, or know of someone who may be interested, please call Becky at 839-4156, Fr. David Bellittiere at 839-1430, or visit our website www.ctksnyder.com/rcia.htm.

PARISH FISH FRY
On Friday, March 23rd, the Annual Parish Fish Fry will be held in the School Gym, from 4:30-7:00 pm. Eat-in or Take-out. Tickets are $7.50 for a Fish Fry and $4.50 for a children's order of Chicken Fingers, and are available in the Rectory Monday - Friday from 8:30-4:00, until Friday, March 16th.

HOLY NAME SOCIETY LENTEN MINI-RETREAT
This year's Mini-Retreat sponsored by the Holy Name Society, will be held on Sat., March 31st, will be led by Father Paul Seil. Fr. Seil is the Pastor of St. Lawrence Church in Buffalo & he will be speaking on "The Example of Saints in our Spiritual Lives." All parishioners, men & women, are invited to attend this retreat which will begin with the 8:00 a.m. Mass and then adjourn to the Chapel Meeting Room and ends at 12:00 Noon. Coffee and donuts will be served.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Classes for Monday, March 12th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 pm
Grade 7: 7:00-8:30 pm

SCHOOL NEWS
Ø There are still openings for 2000-2001 in our kindergarten and in some of the other grades.
If you are interested in a tour or would like to register your child, please contact the school office at 839-0473, ext 301.
Ø Our halls will be filled with displays portraying "Women in History" this week.
Ø Wednesday: Grade 6 will go to the Lancaster Opera House for "African American Folk Tales.
Ø Wednesday: Prevention is Primary will present an asset building program for families in the CTK gym from 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Ø Thursday: Ident-A-Kid Program representative will be in school to take photos for ID Cards.
Ø Thursday: The School will hold a Dance-A-Thon to raise money for Catholic Charities.
Ø Friday: NO SCHOOL

CTK BOYS VARSITY BASKETBALL
Back to back victories over league rivals Nativity and Ss. Peter & Paul were enough to propel our Varsity Boy's Basketball Team into the Diocesan Playoffs. On Tuesday, Forward Stephen Fabiano and Guard John Gould combined for over half of CTK's points in a hard fought 27-21 win at Nativity. On Wednesday, less than 24 hours later, master strategist Dr. Jude Fabiano, guided the boys to a critical 30-22 triumph over Ss. Peter & Paul. Joe Schratz (11 points) and John Skomra (8 points) led the Badger's in scoring. CTK enters the playoff's this week as the 12th seed in the Diocese..

A VOCATION VIEW
Peter, John and James had a mountaintop-experience with Jesus by witnessing His transfiguration. We, too, can have a mountaintop experience when we open our minds and hearts to following God's Will for our life. If God is calling you, call Father Leo Biernat at 847-5535.

NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING
Plan your family naturally with the Ovulation Method/Fertility Care System - an easy, safe and effective method. Introductory Sessions on Thursday, March 15at 7 pm in Mercy Hospital or March 17 at 10:30 am in Sisters Hospital. For more information or to register call 809-PLAN.

A TIME FOR HEALING AND PRAYER
A special Healing Service consisting of Mass and Reconciliation for those who have experienced the loss of a child through Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Abortion. Friends, relatives & grandparents are also welcome. On Tuesday, March 13 at 7 pm at St. Catherine of Siena Church (4928 Seneca St., West Seneca)

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
The Adorers of the Perpetual Adoration wish to thank Jesus for the following favors:
1) Thank you for making me feel so good after spending an hour with You in the Chapel.
2) Thank you for helping me and my self-esteem.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1-hour each week with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament: Making a commitment to visit Christ in the Blessed Sacrament would give you such a good feeling, and think how our Blessed Jesus would feel with so many visitors to spend time with Him!

EUCHARIST MISSION - Rev. Joseph DeLuca will be giving a Eucharistic Mission on March 26, 27 & 28 at Blessed Sacrament Church (10 French Rd., Depew). Fr. DeLuca will be speaking on the Eucharist and the place of Adoration in today's world Liturgy and how Eucharistic Adoration adds to your spiritual life. Come hear him speak and be inspired to take a greater active role in the Eucharistic Liturgy.

YOUTH NEWS
The Teen Youth Group of CTK is an organization in which all high school teen parishioners are automatically members. Teens are encouraged to participate in any or all events. Members who feel a strong dedication and commitment to serve should consider a position on the CTK Youth Council. This leadership council works directly with adult coordinators, volunteers, and parish teens to plan programs & events that seek to increase faith, encourage friendship, and promote fun in a welcoming atmosphere. We invite you to become an active part of teen life at Christ the King Church. For information on any of the items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
v CROSS Meeting (Catholics Reading Our Sacred Scripture) - all teens are invited to join
us on Mon., March 12th from 7:20-8:30 pm, for prayer & bible study. We will gather at 7:20 in the Upper Church & then go to one of the meeting rooms for the remainder of the time. Refreshments will be served. Please bring a bible with you. Please enter through the door on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive. Meetings will be held every other Monday night beginning this week. Meetings for March & April are March 12, 19 & April 2 & 23.
v Young Christians at Work - All teens are invited to become part of a very unique
experience during Holy Week. Young Christians is a Diocesan run program where participants engage in daily service in metro-Buffalo while living at Harvest House. Each day includes service, prayer, discussion and evening liturgy. Please call to register or for additional information. Cost:$115 before March 14, $130 after. Registration taken up until March 29th.

CTK MARRIAGE PREPARATION PROGRAM
The CTK Parish based Pre-Cana is designed to help prepare those getting married at Christ the King Church for the special sacrament of marriage. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to share your expectations and experiences with each other as well as with other couples. The program is a 1-day session that runs from 8:30 am to 3:00 p.m. A nominal fee of $10 per couple is payable on the day of the session. Pre-registration by phone is required, as enrollment is limited. The next class scheduled for marriage preparation is on May 5th. To pre-register, call Donna or David Ortolani at 633-9908.

THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
On Sunday, June 10th, our parish will be celebrating our 75th Anniversary with Mass at 12:15 pm celebrated by Bishop Mansell. A dinner dance will be held that evening at the Marriott, Amherst. Cocktails at 5:00 (cash bar), dinner at 6:00, followed by an evening of dancing. Seating is limited to 500 people. Dress for the evening is semi-formal, black-tie optional. Tickets are $75 per couple, or $40 for one. To guarantee a reservation, or if you have questions, please call 839-0946, ext. 307, & leave your name, address, phone number and number of reservations you want OR fill out a form in the back of the Church and return it to the Rectory or in the Sunday collection. Formal invitations will be sent after Easter, to those who have made reservations. Payment will be due at that time.

NOTES FROM MUSIC MINISTRY
Thank you to all those who participated in "Singing into the Community" on Sunday, Feb. 25th at the St. Francis Home in Williamsville. What a joy it was for the residents to hear some of their old favorites and to be able to sing along. The Youth Choir singers added a special touch with their voices. The Music Ministry invites you to take time and share your gifts with others
+Rehearsals: Parish and Family Choirs - Thursday at 7:00 pm
75th Anniversary Youth Choir - Friday at 2:30 pm
Youth Instrumental Ensemble Rehearsals - to be announced
Questions? Please Contact Christina Shrewsbury, Dir. of Music Ministry at 839-1430, ext. 212.

CONGRATULATIONS MERCY HOSPITAL OF BUFFALO
Mercy Hospital of Buffalo was named one of the Nation's 100 top Hospital Intensive Care Units in a recently released independent study. The study "100 Top Hospital: ICU Benchmarks for Success," performed by the Solucient Leadership Institution, included data from 1,200 hospitals and ICU's and is one of the first comparative analyses of ICU performance among the nation's hospitals. For more information on the study, contact Catholic Health System Public Relations at 828-2039 or visit the Solucient web site at www.100TopHospitals.com

AREA EVENTS:

v St. Joseph Novena - at Carmelite Monastery (75 Carmel Rd., Buffalo) - beginning
March 11 & closing on March 19, the feast day. Services with Rosary at 7 pm followed by mass. Confession heard at 6:30 & after services each day except Sunday & March 19.

v "West Side Story" presented by St. Joe's Collegiate Institute at Rockwell Hall (Buffalo
State College) on March 10 at 8 pm and March 11 at 2 pm.

v Maxims, Monarch and Sir Thomas Moore - March 15 at 6 pm - Marie Madday Theatre
at Canisius College - One-man play on the final hours of St. Thomas Moore is followed by panel discussion of ethical issues faced by lawyers. Reservations required - call Frank Carroll at 855-2517 ext 222

v Fish Fry - Villa Maria Academy (600 Doat St.), March 16, 23 & 30, $6.25: a full portion of
battered or baked fish; $5.25: half-portion; 3$6.75: Jumbo shrimp or combo platter.

v Voices of Mercy from St. Luke's Mission of Mercy will be at St. Leo's - March 21 at 7 pm
for a Lenten evening of prayer, witness and song; Free will offering will go to St. Luke's

v Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat - by O'Hara High School - Mach 23 at
8 pm, March 24 at 2 pm & March 25 at 8 pm. Tickets: Adult-$7; Children-$3.50. Call 695-2600.

v Consolata Fathers' Agape' Celebration - March 25, 7 pm at Consolata Missionaries (35
Brompton Rd, Williamsville); The Agape is an Eucharistic Liturgy with a simple meal within the liturgy. The theme for the Agape' is "The Lord Welcomes You to His Table." For more info and reservations call 634-5678 by March 23rd.
v Spring Craft Show - Cantalician Center (1360 Eggert Rd) on March 25 10-4.

v Marriage Renewal Weekend - April 6-8 - Keep the feeling of a new marriage between
you. Space is limited. For info & reservations call Tom and Dona Sturm at 668-1316.

v RETROUVAILLE is a proven program for troubled marriages as well as for the separated
or divorced that are looking for a 2nd chance. For more info call Doug/Terry at 675-4734 or Bill/Jane at 652-7138 or www.retrouvaille.org. Next weekend May 4, 5 & 6.

ST. JOSEPH DAY TABLES

v March 11 from Noon - 3 pm at Clarence Town Park Clubhouse - given by Sisters of St.
Joseph. Donations received will go to the Clarence Food Pantry and Family Support Center

v March 18 - Holy Cross Church Parish (Niagara & Maryland Sts, Buffalo), 3 sittings: Noon,
2 and 3:30. Adults-$7, Children-$4. Call 847-6930 (9 am-4:30 pm, Mon - Fri) for tickets.

v March 19 - St. John Maron Parish (2040 Wehrle Dr.) - Single-$10, $25-Family; All
proceeds go to St. Luke's Mission of Mercy

CENACLE OF THE MARIAN MOVEMENT OF PRIESTS
Every Tuesday, following the 8:00 a.m. Mass, the Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests (M.M.P.) is held to pray for all priests and for an increase in vocations. It consists of the rosary, a short message, and the Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. All are welcome to join in the Cenacle or in reciting the Rosary.

FAITHFUL AT HOME
Do you know someone housebound who would like to become part of the Faithful at Home Ministry? It is available to anyone who is unable to attend weekly mass. Those involved are asked to remember the people listed on our Sick and Deceased Lists in their daily prayers. A newsletter is sent on a regular basis, including this information and other notes of interest from our parish. Call the Rectory or Katie Juhasz at 835-0895.

HEARING ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
Both of our Churches are set up to aid those who are hard-of-hearing, and those who currently use hearing aids. All hearing assistance items are stored on shelves in the Usher's Room, including information on the systems & instructions for use. 2 systems are available:
(1) A "Mini Earphone" and receiver - A earphone you place directly into your ear;
(2) "Neckloop Telecoil Couplers" - Magnetically couples the audio output from a Williams Sound unit into a hearing aid equipped with a telephone "T" coil.

"TRAVELING" STATUES OF JESUS AND MARY
If you & 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 statues, you are encouraged to say the Rosary. These statues have become so popular over the past few years, that two sets are now available. Consider the benefits of this ministry.

PRAYERS FOR THE DECEASED
> A group of dedicated men in our parish recite the Rosary at the wake of any deceased
man in our parish. If you would like to become part of this ministry, please call Bob at 632-8903, Hap at 839-2451 or Ron at 837-9450.
> Women from our Rosary and Altar Society recite the Rosary at the wake of deceased
members. If you would like to become a part of this ministry, please call Dorothy at 839-2621.

MEN'S PRAYER GROUP
A group of men meets every Monday evening from 8:15-9:00 p.m. in the Upper Church to join in prayer. Any man is welcome to join at any time. Please use the double doors off of the small parking lot to enter. For more information, please call Bob Fahey at 839-5044 or Jim Wright at 837-1552.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (AA)
Alcoholic's Anonymous meets in our Chapel Meeting Room every Wednesday evening at 8:00 p.m.

ROSARY AND ALTAR SOCIETY DUES
The Rosary and Altar dues along with the sale of Entertainment Books in the fall are the sole sources of income for the Rosary & Altar Society and are used to pay for the care of the Altar linens. If you haven't sent in your dues yet for the Rosary & Altar Society, please do so as soon as possible. The dues are only $5, and may be dropped in the collection basket, or sent to the Rectory, in an envelope marked "Rosary and Altar Dues". Please include your name, address and phone number.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., MARCH 10 - Vigil Mass for Second Sunday of Lent
Lower 4:30 p.m. Helen Kotas - Bernie Howard
Upper 7:00 Helen and Stan Binda - Family

SUN., MARCH 11 - Second Sunday of Lent
Upper 8:00 a.m. ANNIV. Margaret Riso - Daughters
Lower 9:30 Angelo and Lucia Claps - Daughter-in Law, Laura
Lower 11:00 Dr. John and Florence Kelly - Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. Parish Mass for Priests, Sisters, Lay Ministers and Religious

MON., MARCH 12- Lenten Weekday, Second Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Doreen McGuire - Bill and Trudy Viscardo
8:00 Anne Hard - Mr. & Mrs. John Harder
5:30 p.m. Dorothy Kajotch - Flora Dispenza

TUES., MARCH 13 - Lenten Weekday, Second Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Lee Naples - Ellen Daly
8:00 Franceso and Angela Gigante - Son, Mike and Nettie
5:30 p.m. Jeanne Gangloff - Dr. & Mrs. Frank Schlehr

WED., MARCH 14 - Lenten Weekday, Second Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. All Souls - Parish Intentions
8:00 Bret Morgan - Co-workers at Adams Rib
5:30 p.m. ANNIV. George Privateer - Family

THURS., MARCH 15 - Lenten Weekday, Second Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. James Oddi - Mother, Frances Oddi
8:00 Raymond Kruzicki - Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Grimmelt
5:30 p.m. ANNIV. Raymond Genet - Wife, Melanie

FRI., MARCH 16 - Lenten Weekday, Second Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Samuel Mancini - Mrs. Jo Billoni
8:00 Virginia Schulenberg - Marge Eagan
5:30 p.m. John Jacobs - Dr. & Mrs. Frank Schlehr
*7:15 Stations of the Cross

SAT., MARCH 17- Feast of St. Patrick, bishop, missionary
8;00 a.m. Lazzero Picca - Family
Lower 4:30 p.m. August Geraci - Wife and Children
Upper 7:00 Virginia Zimmerman - Family

SUN., MARCH 18 - Third Sunday of Lent
Upper 8:00 a.m. Edwin L. Georger - Family
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Edwin McCauley - Family
Lower 11:00 ANNIV. Anthony Campagna - Teresa Campagna
Upper 12:15 p.m. People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal

"CARE NOTES" AND PAMPHLET RACK
"Care Notes" are now available in the back of the upper Church next to the pamphlet rack. These are short booklets with a variety of titles under the subjects of Grief & Loss, Health Care, Personnel Healing & Growth, Spirit Care, Family Care and Elderly Care. There are many additional subjects & titles that will be made available throughout the upcoming weeks. Also, check out the pamphlet rack for Lenten reading material.

YOUR TALENT IS NEEDED!
For the past 3 years our parish has presented "The Reflections on the Way of the Cross" on Good Friday. This prayerful event has touched many people, including those who choose to take a part in the presentation. Planning is now underway for the presentation. People are needed to:
Ų Direct/Organize
Ų Perform the Monologues
Ų Help on Stage Crew
Ų Be Responsible for Lighting
You do not need any special talents, just a desire to help portray one of the most important events in our lives as Christians, the crucifixion and death of Christ. If you think you would like more information, or if you want to help, please call Father David at 839-1430. May God Bless You.

A LENTEN THOUGHT …
Our times are in your hands, O Lord, help us to put into Your care our minds, our hearts, and our hands, to be used for Your purposes only, always dong Your will with humility, with faith, and most of all with love. Taken from "Orthodox Liturgy"

PARISH EVENTS DURING LENT (clip and save)
Ø Daily Mass: 6:55, 8:00 & 5:30 (Monday - Friday)
Ø Stations of the Cross: Fridays at 7:15 (March 16, 23 & 30, and April 6)
Ø Lenten Family Fish Fry: Friday, March 23
Ø Parish Mini-Retreat sponsored by the Holy Name Society: Saturday, March 31
Begins at 8:00 a.m. with Mass and ends at Noon.
Ø Lenten Penance Service: Tuesday, April 3 at 7:00 p.m.
Ø Holy Week: April 9 - 14
Ø Reflections on the Way of the Cross: Good Friday, April 13

Prayer for the good of your soul,
Fasting for the good of your body,
Almsgiving for the good of your neighbor.

LENTEN LECTURE SERIES - The Lay Vicariate Council has planned a Lenten Lecture Series, which will be held on Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm during Lent:
March 15th, St. Gregory's -Why Confess Your Sins to a Priest?
March 22nd, St. Christopher's - The Day Christ Died
March 29th, Blessed Sacrament, Kenmore - Authentic Spirituality: Learning How to Love the Questions
April 5th, St. Peter & Paul, Williamsville -Are Catholics Saved

3rd Sunday of Lent -

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF March 18, 2001

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR

SUNDAY READINGS:
Today: 3rd Sunday of Lent
1st Reading - Exodus 3:1-8, 13-15
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 10:1-6, 10-12
Gospel - Luke 13:1-9

Next Sunday: 4th Sunday of Lent
1st Reading - Joshua 5:9-12
2nd Reading - 2 Corinthians 5:17-21
Gospel - Luke 1:39-45

PLEASE PRAY FOR:
THE SICK OF THE PARISH, ESPECIALLY:
Vincent Balbierz, Joe Bardenett, Andrew Benbenek, Carol Ann Brandner, Shirley Carocci, May Castellin, Paula Clody-Neumeister, Robert Alan Davis, Shalet DiCapito, Connie Eckenrode, Regis Engel, Salvatore Ferro, Michael Fiorentino, David Foster, Edith Gartler, Diane Giglia, Sam Giglia, Paul Gordan, Eleanor Gottstein, George Grow, Angela Hudson, George Johnson, John Kaczorowski, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Beth Kurtz, Virginia Lintner, Sister Margaret Mary, Leo Masgula, Peter Mazzarelli, Teresa Newland, Frances Oddi, Patricia Phillips, Rose Quinn, Mary Rafferty, Margaret Russo, Evelyn Scheller, Corynne Shipstone, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Elizabeth Sinmons, Ted Smith, Antonietta Suriani, Jack Terhaar, Raymond Tomczak, , Marion Yerke, Carol Wagner, Linda Weber, Robert Wellence, Paul Whelan, Alex Wozniak, Sharon Wrzosek, and Victor Zucarelli;

THOSE AMONG US WHO HAVE DIED, our relatives, parishioners & friends, ESPECIALLY: Vera Ennesser, Marge Green (sister of Msgr. Robert Schwab & former teacher at Neumann H.S.), Matthew Maslona (father of Bob and Dick Maslona), and Richard Troidl (brother of Ken Troidl);

PARISH ROSARY CHAIN
If you have an intention to be added to our Parish Rosary Chain or if you would like to become part of the Rosary Chain Ministry, please call Margaret Babich at 839-0335.

AN IRISH BLESSING
May you live a long life, full of gladness and health,
With a pocket of gold as the least of your wealth,
May the dreams you hold dearest, be those which come true,
The kindness you spread keep returning to you,
May the friendships you make, be those which endure,
And all of your gray clouds, be small ones for sure.
And trusting in Him, to whom we all pray,
May a song fill your heart, every step of the way.

HAPPY 64th BIRTHDAY
MSGR. JAMES LICHTENTHAL
MARCH 17, 2001

Hope is REACHING. Hope is TRYING, again. Hope is OVERCOMING.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL 2001
Target Weekend - March 31st-April 1st
This week you will be receiving in the mail, your Catholic Charities donation request, which includes a letter from Msgr. Lichtenthal, a card with your name on it, and a return envelope. Please indicate the amount of your donation on the card, enclose it with a check or cash and return it on or before THE WEEKEND OF March 31st - April 1st - in the collection basket.
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 works out to less that $2 per week. Try to join the Large Gift donor group by giving a minimum of $250. This is what makes our parish go over the top every year.
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 the Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously!

RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation
Our next session will be held on Thursday, March 22nd at 7:15 pm in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. Our candidates will have an Evening of Recollection. If you have any questions, or know of someone who may be interested, please call Becky at 839-4156, Fr. David Bellittiere at 839-1430, or visit our website www.ctksnyder.com/rcia.htm.

OPEN HOUSE
As we celebrate the 75th Anniversary of our parish, we would like to share with all of you the pride we have in our parish school … so drop by on Sunday, March 25th, between 8:30 a.m. and 12:00 Noon to tour the school and enjoy some refreshments. See the children's work, classrooms, computer lab and much more. Young, old and prospective graduates are welcome!

MASS TO HONOR EXPECTANT FAMILIES
A new life is God's greatest gift. All expectant families are invited to attend 11:00 a.m. Mass next Sunday, March 25th, where they will be given a special blessing and a small gift as they prepare for their new child. After Mass, a coffee, juice & donut reception will be open to all parishioners. Everyone is invited to join us in this celebration of new life in our parish. If you are expecting a child, please sit with your family in the front pews. If you wish to participate, please call Sharon at 839-0686.

PARISH LENTEN PENANCE SERVICE
On Tuesday, April 3rd, there will be a Lenten Penance Service at 7:00 pm in the Upper Church. There will be some visiting priests available for confession. Please take advantage of this opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

ATTENTION GOLFERS
Christ the King men's golf league is looking for subs to participate with the possibility of playing full-time. Play is every Thursday at 4:30 pm at Audubon Golf Course. If interested please contact Dick Schanley at 832-3905.

BABY SHOWER - TODAY!
The Respect Life Committee is sponsoring a baby shower to benefit needy mothers who have chosen life for their babies. We invite you to bring new and gently used items to Church this weekend. Please leave your unwrapped gifts in or by the playpen in the foyer of the Upstairs Church. Items which are always appreciated include: layette items (onesies, nightgowns, bibs, socks, etc.), disposable diapers, toddler clothing, baby equipment (car seats, cribs, playpens, etc.), formula and baby food (please check expiration date). Thank you for helping those who chose life! Questions? Call Maureen Pratt at 836-0736.

PARISH OUTREACH
Our Outreach volunteers have begun their weekly visits to our homebound and Nursing Home parishioners. We are currently looking into having some of our parish children make Easter cards for them. If you are not receiving visits or weekly Communion and would like to, please contact Linda Maslona at 839-2363. The Bereavement Committee which is also part of Outreach began their second Support Group last week. We have 10 participants and would ask that you keep them in your prayers.

DO YOU DESIRE MORE JOY & PEACE IN YOUR DAY?
Are you longing for more joy and peace in your day? Let Jesus fill your heart! Visit Our Savior at the Eucharistic Adoration Chapel. Scheduled Adorers are welcome between 12:00 noon and 5:00 p.m. Become an afternoon adorer by calling Linda Yerke at 839-1889.

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
…Please stop in the Ushers Room today to complete a SHORT "Mass Time" Survey

YEARLY CONTRIBUTION STATEMENT
If you would like a copy of your yearly contributions for the year 2000, please call the Rectory or drop a note in the Sunday collection.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Classes for Monday, March 19th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 pm
Grade 7: 7:00-8:30 pm

SCHOOL NEWS
Ø There are still openings for 2000-2001 in our kindergarten and in some of the other grades.
If you are interested in a tour or would like to register your child, please contact the school office at 839-0473, ext 301.
Ø Spring Pictures will be taken on Monday;
Ø On Wednesday, Students from grades 6, 7 & 8 will be going to Toronto to see "The Lion King";
Ø On Thursday, Sacred Heart Academy and St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute will send representatives to speak to the 7th grade.
Ø Grade 8 will have a Retreat Day on Friday.
Ø Friday, March 23rd - Parish Fish Fry from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m.

CTK GIRLS BASKETBALL
The CTK 4th Grade Girl's Basketball Team ended a great season by hosting a Friendship Tournament last weekend in the School Gym. They beat the undefeated St. Rose of Lima's 4th Grade team in an exciting 16-14 Game. Both teams enjoyed a pizza party following the game.

A VOCATION VIEW
The Lord is kind and merciful, and calls us to proclaim His Name. Consider a call to the priesthood or consecrated life. If God is calling you, call Father Leo Biernat at 847-5535.

v CROSS Meeting (Catholics Reading Our Sacred Scripture) - all teens are invited to join
us on Mon., March 19th from 7:20-8:30 pm, for prayer & bible study. We will gather at 7:20 in the Upper Church & then go to one of the meeting rooms for the remainder of the time. Refreshments will be served. Please bring a bible with you. Please enter through the door on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive. Meetings will be held every other Monday night beginning this week. The next meeting dates are March 19 & April 2 & 23.

v Young Christians at Work - All teens are invited to become part of a very unique
experience during Holy Week. Young Christians is a Diocesan run program where participants engage in daily service in metro-Buffalo while living at Harvest House. Each day includes service, prayer, discussion and evening liturgy. Please call to register or for additional info. Cost:$115 before March 14, $130 after. Registration taken until March 29th.

NOTES FROM MUSIC MINISTRY
MUSIC IS A NON-VIOLENT SOULTION. CTK's Music Ministry can open heats to God's love. "Follow Me, I will not abandon you." Our youth need guidance, and to be filled up with inner strengthening experiences. Children need to be rooted in their faith to help them to make better life-choices. Bring your children to Youth Choir rehearsals Friday's at 2:30 in the Church Music Room. Empower your children to make positive choices, to be filled up through the transforming power of music. MUSIC IS A NON-VIOLENT SOLUTION.
+Rehearsals: Parish and Family Choirs - Thursday at 7:00 pm
75th Anniversary Youth Choir - Friday at 2:30 pm
Youth Instrumental Ensemble Rehearsals - to be announced
Questions? Please Contact Christina Shrewsbury, Dir. of Music Ministry at 839-1430, ext. 212.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
The Adorers of the Perpetual Adoration wish to thank Jesus for the following favors:
1) Thank you for always blessing our family with the power of Your love, especially when
we are in a crisis!
2) Thank you for enlightening my daughter-in-law.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1-hour each week with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament: This is a great opportunity for parents to teach their children about Jesus' true presence, and also for a time of quiet prayer before Him.

YOU CAN SAVE A LIFE
"The Holy Father has made an urgent call to families to become '…protagonists of what is known as family politics and assume responsibility for transforming society.' We must not despise politics, but rather retrieve it from those who would pervert it for evil purposes. … Let us resist the self-appointed experts who pretend to know better than we ourselves how we should raise our children. Let us take back our children's education from proselytizing secularists. Let us not starve the United Nations, but let us put in on a wholesome diet. Let us pledge ourselves to play whatever role we can in building the civilization of life and resisting the culture of death." Taken from: Family and Society: International Organizations and the Defense of the Family by Mary Ann Glendon

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (AA)
Alcoholic's Anonymous meets in our Chapel Meeting Room every Wednesday evening at 8:00 p.m.

AREA EVENTS

v St. Joseph's Day Table - March 19 - St. John Maron Parish (2040 Wehrle Dr.) - Single-
$10, $25-Family; All proceeds go to St. Luke's Mission of Mercy.

v Voices of Mercy from St. Luke's Mission of Mercy will be at St. Leo's - March 21 at 7 pm
for a Lenten evening of prayer, witness and song; Free will offering will go to St. Luke's

v Spaghetti Dinner sponsored by Amherst HS Men's Lacrosse Team - March 22 - 4:30-8 -
cost-$6 - Eat-in or take-out - For info call Holly Allen at 839-4579.

v Fish Fry - Villa Maria Academy (600 Doat St.), March 23 & 30, $6.25: a full portion of
battered or baked fish; $5.25: half-portion; 3$6.75: Jumbo shrimp or combo platter.

v Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat - O'Hara High School - March 23 -
8 pm, March 24 - 2 pm & March 25 at 8 pm. Tickets: Adult-$7; Children-$3.50. Call 695-2600.

v Consolata Fathers' Agape' Celebration - March 25, 7 pm at Consolata Missionaries (35
Brompton Rd, Williamsville); The Agape is an Eucharistic Liturgy with a simple meal within the liturgy. The theme for the Agape' is "The Lord Welcomes You to His Table." For more info and reservations call 634-5678 by March 23rd.

v Spring Show - March 25 begins at noon & includes Social hour, buffet luncheon, &
entertainment: The New Sensational Seniors, song & dance review. Tickets-$18 before March 20 - call Eleanor Godus at 824-2698. Proceeds benefit the charitable projects of Buffalo Diocesan Council of Catholic Women.

v Spring Craft Show - Cantalician Center (1360 Eggert Rd) on March 25 10-4.

v Marriage Renewal Weekend - April 6-8 - Keep the feeling of a new marriage between
you. Space is limited. For info & reservations call Tom and Dona Sturm at 668-1316.

v RETROUVAILLE is a proven program for troubled marriages as well as for the separated
or divorced that are looking for a 2nd chance. For more info call Doug/Terry at 675-4734 or Bill/Jane at 652-7138 or www.retrouvaille.org. Next weekend May 4, 5 & 6.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., MARCH 17- Vigil Masses for Third Sunday of Lent
Lower 4:30 p.m. August Geraci - Wife and Children
Upper 7:00 Virginia Zimmerman - Family

MON., MARCH 19- Feast of St. Joseph, husband of the Virgin Mary
6:55 a.m. Mary Gould - Mr. & Mrs. Richard Short
8:00 Richard Paonessa - Jack & Janet Terhaar
5:30 p.m. Anthony Oddi - wife, Frances Oddi

TUES., MARCH 20 - Lenten Weekday, Third Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Marion Gudgel - Mr. & Mrs. Tom Hogankamp
8:00 Dr. Murray Morphy - Mr. & Mrs. Michael Scheidt
5:30 p.m. Lucille Kaseman - Pat and Marcia Donlon

WED., MARCH 21 - Lenten Weekday, Third Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Rose Astolfo - Mr. & Mrs. Michael Scheidt
8:00 John Simon - Mr. & Mrs. Jon Williams and Family
5:30 p.m. Geo & Harry Cannon - Mr. & Mrs. James Knight

THURS., MARCH 22 - Lenten Weekday, Third Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Jay Heusner - Mr. & Mrs. Dale Placey
8:00 Arthur Selig - Paul and Maureen
5:30 p.m. David O'Brien - Margaret Mary Maggio

FRI., MARCH 23 - Lenten Weekday, Third Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Walter Colleran - Pat and Marcia Donlon
8:00 Sebastian Talamo - Margaret Hoffman
5:30 p.m. Mary Lou Whalley - Linda Carter
*7:15 Stations of the Cross

SAT., MARCH 24 - Lenten Weekday, Third Week of Lent
8:00 a.m. Mary Louise Munschauer - Mrs. Argus B. Haley
Lower 4:30 p.m. Deceased Members of Anthony and Josephine Szymczyk Family
Upper 7:00 MONTH'S MIND Paul Zimmerman, Sr. - Al Zimmerman & Family

SUN., MARCH 25 - Fourth Sunday of Lent
Upper 8:00 a.m. Marion Gudgel - Mr. & Mrs. Charles O'Connor
Lower 9:30 People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal
Lower 11:00 Mass for "Expectant" Families of the Parish - Respect Life Committee
Upper 12:15 p.m. Victor Panaro - Mr. & Mrs. Victor Zucarelli

www.ctksnyder.com
Check out CTK Parish Web Site. The Parish Web Site has a tour of the Church, & different sites to visit including St. Vincent de Paul, Bereavement, RCIA, Youth Group & History of the Church, in addition to the Weekly Bulletin and monthly Church Calendar.

YOUR TALENT IS NEEDED!
For the past 3 years our parish has presented "The Reflections on the Way of the Cross" on Good Friday. This prayerful event has touched many people, including those who choose to take a part in the presentation. Planning is now underway for the presentation. People are needed to:
Ų Direct/Organize
Ų Perform the Monologues
Ų Help on Stage Crew
Ų Be Responsible for Lighting
You do not need any special talents, just a desire to help portray one of the most important events in our lives as Christians, the crucifixion and death of Christ. If you would like more information, or if you want to help, please call Father David at 839-1430. May God Bless You.

A LENTEN THOUGHT …
We begin to realize the magnitude of God's love for us by looking at the crucifix. This portrays the image of the suffering Christ lifted upon the cross, absorbing the full brunt of the evil of our sins. All life's cruelties, hatreds and injustices are concentrated in that cross planted on the hill of Calvary. One of the amazing facts about the passion death of Christ is that it has become the supreme proof of God's love. When all else fails, the down and out the despairing, and the lonely are drawn towards that far-off cross on the hillside, aware that there is someone to turn towards. The upright-cross, once the sign of shame and humiliation, become the channel of healing grace. The tree of death becomes the tree of victory. - by Desmond Knowles

PARISH EVENTS DURING LENT (clip and save)

Ø Daily Mass: 6:55, 8:00 & 5:30 (Monday - Friday)

Ø Stations of the Cross: Fridays at 7:15 (March 23 & 30, and April 6)

Ø Lenten Family Fish Fry: Friday, March 23

Ø Parish Mini-Retreat sponsored by the Holy Name Society: Saturday, March 31
Begins at 8:00 a.m. with Mass and ends at Noon.

Ø Lenten Penance Service: Tuesday, April 3 at 7:00 p.m.

Ø Holy Week: April 9 - 14

Ø Reflections on the Way of the Cross: Good Friday, April 13

Prayer for the good of your soul,
Fasting for the good of your body,
Almsgiving for the good of your neighbor.

LENTEN LECTURE SERIES - The Lay Vicariate Council has planned a Lenten Lecture Series, which will be held on Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm during Lent:

March 22nd, St. Christopher's - The Day Christ Died

March 29th, Blessed Sacrament, Kenmore - Authentic Spirituality: Learning How to Love the Questions

April 5th, St. Peter & Paul, Williamsville -Are Catholics Saved

TRAVELING?
Free ministry to traveling Catholics: for nationwide Mass times & locations call 1-800-MASS-TIMES (1-800-627-7846) OR www.masstime.org

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF March 25, 2001

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR

4th Sunday of Lent-

SUNDAY READINGS:

Today: 4th Sunday of Lent
1st Reading - Joshua 5:9-12
2nd Reading - 2 Corinthians 5:17-21
Gospel - Luke 1:39-45

Next Sunday: 5th Sunday of Lent
1st Reading - Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14
2nd Reading - Philippians 3:8-14
Gospel - John 8:1-11

PLEASE PRAY FOR:
THE SICK OF THE PARISH, ESPECIALLY:
Vincent Balbierz, Joe Bardenett, Andrew Benbenek, Carol Ann Brandner, Shirley Carocci, May Castellin, Paula Clody-Neumeister, Shalet DiCapito, Connie Eckenrode, Regis Engel, Salvatore Ferro, Michael Fiorentino, David Foster, Diane Giglia, Sam Giglia, Paul Gordan, Eleanor Gottstein, George Grow, Angela Hudson, George Johnson, John Kaczorowski, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Beth Kurtz, John Lintner, Virginia Lintner, Sister Margaret Mary, Leo Masgula, Peter Mazzarelli, Teresa Newland, Frances Oddi, Betty Rae Parkot, Patricia Phillips, Rose Quinn, Mary Rafferty, Margaret Russo, Evelyn Scheller, Corynne Shipstone, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Elizabeth Sinmons, Ted Smith, Antonietta Suriani, , Raymond Tomczak, , Marion Yerke, Linda Weber, Robert Wellence, Paul Whelan, Alex Wozniak, Sharon Wrzosek, and Victor Zucarelli;

THOSE AMONG US WHO HAVE DIED, our relatives, parishioners & friends, ESPECIALLY: Edith Gartler (wife of Robert), Florence Gretch (mother of Florence Miller), Kathryn Lyons (mother of Susan Lombardo), Anna Raczynski, Jack Terhaar (husband of Janet), and Theodore Wagner (father-in-law of Carol Wagner);

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING
Tyler Paul Norton, son of Kelly (Bestine) and Paul Norton, who was baptized last Sunday in our Church.

PARISH ROSARY CHAIN
If you have an intention to be added to our Parish Rosary Chain or if you would like to become part of the Rosary Chain Ministry, please call Margaret Babich at 839-0335.

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

Parish Outreach
There will be a meeting for all Outreach volunteers on Wed. March 28th at 7:00 pm in the Church Library. If you are unable to attend, please contact Linda Maslona at 839-2363. Anybody willing to give a few hours a week of their time are also welcome to attend.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL 2001
Target Weekend - March 31st-April 1st

Hope is REACHING. Hope is TRYING, again. Hope is OVERCOMING.
You should have received in the mail, your Catholic Charities donation request, which includes a letter from Msgr. Lichtenthal, a card with your name on it, and a return envelope. Please indicate the amount of your donation on the card, enclose it with a check or cash and return it on or before THE WEEKEND OF March 31st - April 1st - in the collection basket.
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 works out to less that $2 per week. Try to join the Large Gift donor group by giving a minimum of $250. This is what makes our parish go over the top every year.
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 the Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously!

RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation
Our next session will be held on Thursday, March 29th at 7:15 pm in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. We will be discussing the Easter Triduum and preparing for the Easter Vigil, when our candidates will be able to fully share with us in the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist. If you have any questions, or know of someone who may be interested, please call Becky at 839-4156, Fr. David Bellittiere at 839-1430, or visit our website www.ctksnyder.com/rcia.htm.

YOUNG CHRISTIANS AT WORK
Is a dynamic service and training experience held during Holy Week for high school teens. Each day the teens participate in service to needy people at various agencies in Metro Buffalo. Time is spent daily learning and discussing social justice issues. Each evening the liturgies of Holy Week will be celebrated this program is designed to challenge the hands, heads and hearts of the participants. Please see Youth News for registration details.

HOLY NAME SOCIETY LENTEN MINI-RETREAT - NEXT SATURDAY!
This year's Mini-Retreat sponsored by the Holy Name Society, will be held on Sat., March 31st, will be led by Father Paul Seil. Fr. Seil is the Pastor of St. Lawrence Church in Buffalo & he will be speaking on "The Example of Saints in our Spiritual Lives." All parishioners, men & women, are invited to attend this retreat which will begin with the 8:00 a.m. Mass and then adjourn to the Chapel Meeting Room and ends at 12:00 Noon. Coffee & donuts will be served.

ATTENTION GOLFERS
CTK's Men's Golf League is looking for subs to participate with possibility of playing full-time - Thursday's at 4:30 pm at Audubon Golf Course. Call Dick Schanley if interested at 832-3905.

OPEN HOUSE TODAY AT CTK SCHOOL!
As we celebrate the 75th Anniversary of our parish, we would like to share with all of you the pride we have in our parish school … so drop by THIS SUNDAY, between 8:30 a.m. and 12:00 Noon to tour the school and enjoy some refreshments. See the children's work, classrooms, computer lab and much more. Young, old and prospective graduates are welcome!

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Classes for Monday, March 26th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 pm
Grade 7: 7:00-8:30 pm
Classes for Grades 9 & 10 will meet today, Sunday March 25.

Grade 3 - Mini-Retreat for children who will be making their First Communion will be held on Saturday, March 31st from 10 am-Noon in the school

SCHOOL NEWS
Ø There are still openings for 2000-2001 in our kindergarten and in some of the other grades.
If you are interested in a tour or would like to register your child, please contact the school office at 839-0473, ext. 301.
Ø Our annual Basketball Tournament continues this week!
Ø A representative from the Girl Scouts is coming in to read to our Kindergarten & First Grade students on Monday.
Ø On Tuesday, grade 5 goes to "Theater of Youth" to see "Witch of Blackbird Pond."
Ø Pick up the Easter Candy on Wednesday.
Ø On Thursday, Canisius High School & Holy Angels Academy Representatives will come to speak to grade 7 students.

YOU CAN SAVE A LIFE
"The immortal genius of Michelangelo portrayed on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel the moment when God the Father communicated the gift of life to the first man and made him "a living being." Between the finger of God and the finger of man stretching out to each other and almost touching, there seems to leap an invisible spark: God communicates to man a tremor of his own life, creating him in his own image and likeness. That divine breath is the origin of the unique dignity of every human being, of humanity's boundless yearning for the infinite." - Pope John Paul II, Urbi et Orbi Message, 12/25/00

YOUTH NEWS
The Teen Youth Group of CTK is an organization in which all high school teen parishioners are automatically members. Teens are encouraged to participate in any or all events. Members who feel a strong dedication and commitment to serve should consider a position on the CTK Youth Council. This leadership council works directly with adult coordinators, volunteers, and parish teens to plan programs & events that seek to increase faith, encourage friendship, and promote fun in a welcoming atmosphere. We invite you to become an active part of teen life at Christ the King Church. For information on any of the items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
v Young Christians at Work - All teens are invited to become part of a very unique
experience during Holy Week. Young Christians is a Diocesan run program where participants engage in daily service in metro-Buffalo while living at Harvest House. Each day includes service, prayer, discussion and evening liturgy. Please call to register or for additional info. Cost: $130 after. Registration taken until March 29th.
v CROSS Meeting (Catholics Reading Our Sacred Scripture) - all teens are invited to join
us on Mon., April 2nd from 7:20-8:30 pm, for prayer & bible study. We will gather at 7:20 in the Upper Church & then go to one of the meeting rooms for the remainder of the time. Refreshments will be served. Please bring a bible with you. Please enter through the door on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive. Meetings will be held every other Monday night beginning this week. The next meeting dates are April 2 & 23.

A VOCATION VIEW
Like the father in the Gospel, God welcomes us home in spite of our sinfulness, and calls us to a life of holiness. Where are you at home? Are you being called to a life as an ordained or consecrated person? If God is calling you, call Father Leo Biernat at 847-5535.

NOTES FROM MUSIC MINISTRY
Instrumentalists are needed to enhance our weekend liturgies. Contact Christina immediately if you can help.
+ Rehearsals +:
Parish and Family Choirs - (Thursday at 7:00 pm) - Teen and Adult singers in
all voice parts are invited to participate now in musical preparation for Holy Week and Easter. Rehearsals begin at 7:00 pm each Thursday evening in the Church Music Room. Additional rehearsals will be Wed., March 28th and Wed., April 4th at 7 pm.
75th Anniversary Youth Choir - Friday at 2:30 pm
Youth Instrumental Ensemble Rehearsals - to be announced
Questions? Please Contact Christina Shrewsbury, Dir. of Music Ministry at 839-1430, ext. 212.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
The Adorers of the Perpetual Adoration wish to thank Jesus for the following favors:
1) Thank you for peaceful solutions to problems.
2) Thank you for encouraging me to forgive my dear friends, so that we finally came
together after two years apart. Amen!

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1-hour each week with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament: "When the Most Holy Sacrament is not revered and loved scandals will abound, faith will languish, and the Church will mourn. On the other hand, if this Sacrament is worthily and frequently received and adored, peace will reign in Christian hearts, the devil will lose power, and souls will be sanctified 'as many as received Him, to them He gave the power to be made sons of God.'" (Fr. Frederick A. Reuter, K.C.B.S)

A LENTEN THOUGHT …
God of all compassion, Father of all goodness …
We acknowledge our sinfulness, our guilt is ever before us:
When our weakness causes discouragement,
let your compassion fill us with hope
and lead us through a Lent of repentance to the beauty of Easter Joy.
(Taken from Lenten Messages From the Old Testament by Rev. Charles E. Yost)

WHAT ARE YOU "DOING" FOR LENT?
CAN YOU "SACRIFICE" SOME TIME?
YOUR TALENT IS NEEDED!
For the past 3 years our parish has presented "The Reflections on the Way of the Cross" on Good Friday. This prayerful event has touched many people, including those who choose to take a part in the presentation. Planning is now underway for the presentation. People are needed to:
Ų Direct/Organize
Ų Singers to Join with the Choir
Ų Perform the Monologues
Ų Help on Stage Crew
Ų Be Responsible for Lighting
You do not need any special talents, just a desire to help portray one of the most important events in our lives as Christians, the crucifixion and death of Christ. If you would like more information, or if you want to help, please call Father David at 839-1430. May God Bless You.

PARISH EVENTS DURING LENT (clip and save)
Ø Daily Mass: 6:55, 8:00 & 5:30 (Monday - Friday)
Ø Stations of the Cross: Fridays at 7:15 (March 30 and April 6)
Ø Parish Mini-Retreat sponsored by the Holy Name Society: Saturday, March 31
Begins at 8:00 a.m. with Mass and ends at Noon.
Ø Lenten Penance Service: Tuesday, April 3 at 7:00 p.m.
Ø Holy Week: April 9 - 14
Ø Reflections on the Way of the Cross: Good Friday, April 13

LENTEN LECTURE SERIES - The Lay Vicariate Council has planned a Lenten Lecture Series, which will be held on Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm during Lent:
March 29th, Blessed Sacrament, Kenmore - Authentic Spirituality: Learning How to Love the Questions
April 5th, St. Peter & Paul, Williamsville -Are Catholics Saved

TRAVELING? DON'T FORGET TO ATTEND MASS ON EASTER!
Free ministry to traveling Catholics: for nationwide Mass times & locations call 1-800-MASS-TIMES (1-800-627-7846) OR www.masstime.org

PRAY ONE OF THESE INTENTIONS EACH DAY:
v God of Failure, hold and heal the hurts of my failures: all the ways I seem to disappoint others, myself, and you; all the things I failed to do or say, all the ways I have not lived up to the expectations of myself and others;
v God of Patience, hold and heal the hurts of impatience in my life: my anger with life and with others who moved too slowly, the hurt inflicted by those who could not wait for my slowness;
v God of Light, hold and heal the hurts of darkness: the times of painful uncertainties, the times I have made poor decisions based on too little information, and my anger at my own lack of knowledge and conviction.

MASSES AT C.T.K.
After studying the attendance at Sunday Liturgies and the steady decline in attendance at the 11:00 a.m. Mass in the Upper Church, we have decided to discontinue the 11:00 a.m. Mass in the Upper Church. Masses for the weekend are now:
Saturday: 4:30 p.m. - Lower Church Sunday: 8:00 a.m. - Upper Church
7:00 p.m. - Upper Church 9:30 a.m. - Lower Church
11:00 a.m. - Lower Church
12:15 p.m. - Upper Church (Choir Mass)

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., MARCH 24 - Vigil Mass for Fourth Sunday of Lent
Lower 4:30 p.m. Deceased Members of Anthony and Josephine Szymczyk Family
Upper 7:00 MONTH'S MIND Paul Zimmerman, Sr. - Al Zimmerman & Family

MON., MARCH 26 - Annunciation of the Lord
6:55 a.m. Mary Jane Stillwell - Nancy and Dan Torrell
8:00 Eugene Sieteski - Alice and Jim McArtney
5:30 p.m. ANNIV. Beatrice F. Smith - Daughter

TUES., MARCH 27 - Lenten Weekday, Fourth Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Rita Wagner - Marie Kennelly
8:00 Mable Bundschuh - Rosary and Altar Society
5:30 p.m. Frank Cinelli - Mike and Debbie Sceusa

WED., MARCH 28 - Lenten Weekday, Fourth Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Dorothy Lanke - Pat and Marcia Donlon
8:00 John Valdez - Vocolo Family
5:30 p.m. ANNIV. Joseph McLaughin - Mr. & Mrs. James M. Murphy

THURS., MARCH 29 - Lenten Weekday, Fourth Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Victor Panao - Mrs. Shirley Hodgson
8:00 Kathryn Summers - Sisters
5:30 p.m. ANNIV. Robert J. Kersten - The Kersten Family

FRI., MARCH 30 - Lenten Weekday, Fourth Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Sara Carbone - Mrs. Joseph Rutecki
8:00 Dean Harwood - Mark and Mary Ann Coley
5:30 p.m. Walter Clark - Patricia Clark
*7:15 Stations of the Cross

SAT., MARCH 31 - Lenten Weekday, Fourth Week of Lent
8:00 a.m. Florence Uebbing - Rosary and Altar Society
Lower 4:30 p.m. Marion Dechert - Family
Upper 7:00 ANNIV. Michele Tomasello - Family

SUN., APRIL 1 - Fifth Sunday of Lent
Upper 8:00 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal
Lower 9:30 Fred and Vincenza Loiacono - Daughter, Laura
Lower 11:00 Angelo Suozzi - Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. John and Ella Connor - Mary Cole

Are You Doing Something Special For Lent?
Why Not Attend A
MINI-RETREAT
sponsored by Christ the King Holy Name Society
Topic:
"The Example of Saints in Our Spiritual Lives"

Rev. Paul Seil, Retreat Leader
Pastor of St. Lawrence Parish and
Canonical Administrator Kolbe Regional Catholic School

When: Saturday, March 31st
Where: Chapel Meeting Room

Opens with 8 a.m. Mass in the Upper Church
followed by Coffee and Donuts at 8:45
Retreat Begins at 9:00 &
Ends at 12:00 Noon

All Parishioners
- Men and Women -
are cordially invited
to this Program

Good Will Offering Accepted

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