Bulletins for week of March 13, 20, 27

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

"Not as you see does God see, because you see the appearance, but the Lord looks into the heart." 1 Samuel 16

Question of the Week: How is seeing through God's eyes different from seeing through your own* How is it similar*

Faith Response: "Wake up" from the bias of your perspective. Make a friend across racial, religious, economic or political lines. Read a book about a viewpoint you have never understood. Rent a foreign movie, and see through new eyes.

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Anthony Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, John J. Burgio, Dale Carlos, Lea Calabrese, Marian Coniglio, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Emerson Eidenier, Mary Fazekas, Salvatore Ferro, Vincent Fetto, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Dolores Hooker, John Kaczorowski, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Gloria Kocick, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Rebecca Lorrimer, Arthur Maloney, Leo Masgula, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Stephen E. Rubach, Donald Sapienza, Tina Scalia, Richard Schifferle, David Setter, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, George Strubel, Antonietta Suriani, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Chuck Varco, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, John Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Marian Coniglio (Grandmother of Becky Scherer), Angelo LaMonto (father of Joseph LaMonto), Grace LiPuma (Grandmother of Fr. Daivd LiPuma), Leo Masgula (husband of Virginia Masgula), Edwin Parkot (husband of Betty Rae), Donald Schwach (cousin of Dorothy Schneider), Mary Frances Schwert (sister of Fr. Donald Measer) and Howard Wangler (brother of Msgr. William Wangler);
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…for all those killed in the earthquake and tsunami in South Asia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

WEDDING BANNS
3rd - Ursula Jenny and Louis Plotnicki

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING
Vincent Robert Maslona, son of Karen (Cunningham) & Jeffrey Maslona; and Nicholas James Ignatius Scandurra, son of Ayana (Vigorito) & James Scandurra; who were baptized in our Church last Sunday.

THE NOVENA OF GRACE - The St. Francis Novena of Grace will be prayed after the 8:00 a.m. daily Mass until Sat., March 12th. There will be an 8:00 a.m. Mass on Sat., March 12th.

TODAY IS SWEEPSTAKES SUNDAY
5th ANNUAL PARISH SWEEPSTAKES -If you are able, we ask that you purchase the Sweepstakes tickets that were sent to your home or sell them, and return the ticket stubs with payment this Sunday. The tickets are $10 each with 12 prizes ranging from $250 to the Grand Prize of $2,500. The Blue and Gold Gala and Auction - drawing party and mini-auction for all prizes will be held on Friday, April 8th in Mooney Hall (School Gym) at 7:30 pm. The evening should be a fun night with music and food. You need not be present to win. Additional auction items are still needed - if you have something to donate, please call Rob Mikulec at 636-8352.

COLLECTION FOR GENTLY USED FIRST COMMUNION CLOTHING - TODAY!!!
This weekend the CTK Social Justice Ministry will be collecting gently used First Holy Communion clothes to donate to two Buffalo parishes, St. Columba-Brigid Church, and St. Patrick & St. Rita Church. The religious education directors there will select students receiving their First Communion this May and invite them to come in and help themselves. The collection will take place before masses, in the Chapel Meeting Room.

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 CTK Bereavement Committee has been organized for all persons grieving the death of a loved one. The program will consist of six sessions beginning Tuesday, March 8th, at 7 pm and every other Tuesday through May 24th. The program will be held in the Church Library. For more information, please call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

HOLY NAME SUNDAY - Next Sunday the Holy Name Society and their friends will attend the 8:00 a.m. Mass and receive Holy Communion. Immediately after mass, coffee, donuts and bagels will be served in the Church Library. All parishioners are invited to this breakfast.

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

BIBLE BUDDIES - You and your pre-school children, ages 2-4 are invited to join us on either Wed., March 16th or Thurs., March 17th, from 10-1030 in the Chapel Meeting Room (please enter through the single door under the overhang, between the Church and the School). We will share a story with your child and help them to learn more about God and the Bible, and they will make something special to bring home. The two sessions offered each month are identical, so you may attend either. Please contact Adele Kraus at 839-5340 for more details.

DIVINE MERCY - A Reflection on the Life of Saint Maria Faustina, Apostle of Divine Mercy, will be offered by CTK parishioner Rick Paolini, on Monday, March 21st, from 7:0008:30 pm in the CTK Church Library. Join the Respect Life Committee as we learn more about God's unfathomable love and mercy for us through the life of Saint Maria Faustina.

ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY is a small organization of parish men and women who have joined together to help their neighbors in need. We have dedicated ourselves to visit the homes of families in need in our parish to assist them materially and spiritually.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES TARGET WEEKEND
Next weekend March 12th & 13th, you are asked to return your Catholic Charities donations in the collection. More people turned to Catholic Charities for family relief during 2004 than the previous year, highlighting the great need in our community. So many people who are working struggle daily to make ends meet. Have you made a contribution that reflects your care and concern* Donate the cost of renting one video per week and you'll make a significant difference. We are a Community of Hope. Go to www.ccwny.org to find out more or donate online, or call 856-4494.

PARISH EVENTS DURING LENT
*Daily Masses: 6:55 and 8:00 a.m.
*Stations of the Cross: Fridays at 7:15 p.m. (March, 11 & 18)
*St. Francis Novena of Grace: March 4-12, after 8:00 a.m. daily Mass;
*Palm Sunday: March 20
*Tuesday, March 22nd: Confession 7:00-8:00 pm
*Holy Thursday: 8:00 a.m. Mass, and 7:00 pm Mass of the Last Supper. Procession, Transfer of the Blessed Sacrament to Repository of Adoration - Church is open until 11pm
*Good Friday: 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer; 1:00 p.m. Solemn Liturgy with Holy Communion;
Stations of the Cross at 7:00 p.m., followed by Confession
*Holy Saturday: 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer, 2:00 Blessing of the Easter Food Baskets, 8:00 pm Easter Vigil.
*Easter Sunday: March 27

LENTEN LECTURE SERIES - What Are You Doing for Lent* Instead of giving something up for Lent this year, why not do something special to bolster your spiritual life* The next session will be on Mon., March 7th at 7:30 pm at Infant of Prague Church (921 Cleveland Drive, Cheektowaga). Fr. Louis Klein will be speaking on "Can you Bring Sunday into the Rest of your Week*" No cost. No Reservations required. Refreshments will follow the lecture.

LENTEN PENANCE SERVICES
Mon., March 7th - St Mary's Swormsville - 7:00 pm
Mon, March 14th - Nativity, Harris Hill - 7:00 pm
Wed., March 16th - St. Edmund's - 7:00 pm
Wed., March 16 - St. Francis - 7:00 pm
Fri., March 18th - St. Gregory's - 7:30 pm
March 19 - 25 (daily) - St. Timothy's 7:30-8:00 pm
Mon., March 21 - St. Christopher's - 7:00 pm
Mon., March 21 - St. Paul's, Kenmore - 7:00 pm
Mon., March 21 - Infant of Prague - 3:00 & 7:00 pm
Mon., March 21& 22 - St. Pius X - 7:00 pm

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for a chance to participate in Mission;
2) Thank you for my new job. Let it lead me closer to you

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
"How do I love God* … By doing beautifully the work I have been given to do, by doing simply that which God has entrusted to me, in whatever form it may take. - Mother Teresa

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

Grade 9: Classes will be held on Sun., March 6th. Students have been contacted in regard to time and place of class. The following classes will meet on Sunday, March 13th: Mrs. Martin & Mrs. Murray's class, and Mr. & Mrs. Gallson's class.

First Reconciliation - Congratulations to the families of the children who received the sacrament of First Reconciliation on Saturday, March 5th. Also "Thank-You" to those who helped make this day special: Miss Christine Migliaccio, Mrs. Kathleen Mattar, Mrs. Renee' Newton, Mrs. Joanne Wright, Mrs. JoAnne Greco, Mrs. Mary DeRosa and Mrs. Robin Paolini.

VOCATION VIEW - "We must do the deeds of him who sent me while it is day." Are you being called to a life as an ordained or a consecrated person* If God is calling you, call Fr. Leon at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
¢ Tues., March 8th - We will hold our pep rally to kick off the annual CTK Basketball Tournament.
¢ Wed., March 9th - The 7th & 8th Grade classes will be going to Shea's to see "The Lion King."
¢ Tues., March 10th - Grades 3, 4, 5 and 7 are going to Kleinhan's for Catholic Schools Day at the Buffalo Philharmonic.
¢ Thurs., March 10th - The 6th and 8th Grades will be going to the Theater of Youth to see "The Miracle Worker."

MUSIC MINISTRY
Open Parish Choir : All parishioners who love to sing or have the desire to learn more about liturgical songs are invited to join the Parish Choir. The next rehearsal is on Thursday, March 10th at 7:00 pm in the Church Music Room. No previous experience is necessary. Join in for fellowship and song.
Youth Choir : Our Parish Youth Choir Rehearsals begin at 2:30 pm and welcomes children in Grades 1-6 to join in the fun of singing. Next Rehearsal is Friday, March 11t. .
Questions* Please call Christina. Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. Rehearsals are held in the Music Room, located at the bottom of the stairs at the entrance on the circular driveway on Lamarck. If you are interested in joining one of these groups, please call her at 839-1430/ext 212.

SINGERS AND INSTRUMENTALISTS FOR LENT & EASTER - The Music Ministry invites you to participate in singing or accompanying the Adult Choir during the Lent and Easter seasons. Let Christina know your schedule so that we can coordinate our musical offerings during weekend and Holy Week liturgies. If any guitarists are interested in assisting - please call, we would love to hear from you! Call Christina at 839-1430.

DIOCESAN YOUTH CHOIR FESTIVAL - The 1st Youth Choir Festival will be held Sunday, April 24th at 4:00 pm at the beautiful St. Louis Church (corner of Main & Pearl, Buffalo). There will be one dress rehearsal for all the Youth that are singing in this Choir Festival on Friday, April 22nd at 7:00 pm. All youth in grades 3 - 8 are welcomed and encouraged to sing and to be part of this outstanding event. Please contact Christina as soon as possible for music and rehearsal arrangements at 839-1430, ext. 212.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Teen Talk - Friday, March 11th, at 8:00 p.m., gives you an opportunity to come with your thoughts and questions in order to learn more about issues and our Catholic Faith. Teens who participated last year found the evening to be a wonderful time to share ideas or to just listen. Consider joining us for great conversation, good food, & time to hang out with friends at 33 Snyderwoods Ct. Call and let us know if you can join us.
¢ Young Christians at Work - March 22-26 - A service program during Holy Week where participants live at Harvest House in Buffalo while serving at area soup kitchens and facilities for the needy. Each day includes service, discussion about social justice issues, prayer, and free time. Early bird registration before 2/28 is $130. The cost then increases to $145. All registration must be received before March 11th. A $25 non-refundable deposit is required for each registrant. Call for additional information if interested.
¢ Service at St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room - We will be taking a group to St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room during Easter break on Tues., March 29th for food preparation & serving. We will be leaving from CTK parking lot by 8:45 a.m. & returning at approx. 1:15 p.m. Please call ASAP if you're interested in helping those in need of a hot meal.
¢ Bowling for Hope - Join members of our Teen Youth Group for a Bowl-A-Thon to benefit Catholic Charities on Sunday, April 17th at Game Zone, Sheridan Drive at 3:00 pm. Games are at the reduced price of $2 per game, and shoes are free. This is a fun way to raise money for Catholic Charities. Pledge Sheets will be available by Feb. 27th at the Youth Ministry Office. Take extra pledge sheets for your friends and have them join us for this great event. We would like all Pledge Amounts reported by March 13th in time for the Catholic Charities Drive.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED FOR CHALLENGER BASEBALL - The Central Amherst Little League runs a Challenger Division for children with disabilities. They need more volunteers to assist the players during their Sunday games from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. in May through June. This could satisfy community outreach requirements for Confirmation and High School. Call Jaqui Berger at 839-1224.

SENIORS: FILL THESE COLD "WINTER DAYS" BY CREATING A BOOK OF MEMORIES For a one-time fee of $10, you will receive a photo album, a pen, tape for photographs and sheets to take home, so that you can put together a book of your photo memories. Come and join other seniors who meet every Monday from 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the Chapel Meeting Room to compile a scrapbook of their most treasured memories & life stories. You can put together a book of special moments in your life that you'd especially like to remember - childhood moments, vacations, quiet times with family & friends, a wedding, graduation or the birth of a new baby. Parish Outreach will help you organize your photos, mementos, and thoughts. You may join at any time. Questions* Call Keri Mayer at 831-1246. Please enter the Chapel meeting room through the elevator entrance.

AMHERST GAELIC LEAGUE will host the 33rd Annual Irish American Cocktail Party to benefit the Belfast Summer Relief Program on Fri., March 11th fro 5:15-7:15 pm at the Hearthstone Manor in Depew (333 Dick Rd). Tickets are $25 pre-sale or $30 at the door and include open bar, hors d'oeuvres & live entertainment by Celtic band Kilbrannan, the Rince na Tiarna Irish Dancers & traditional bagpipers. For more info or to purchase tickets call Dennis Lennon(835-7638) & Mike Dolan (834-9510).

AREA EVENTS
St. Luke's Annual St. Joseph's Table - Tues., March 15th fro 3-8 at St. John Maron Parish Center (2040 Wehrle Dr., Wmsvl.) All proceeds benefit St. Luke's Mission of Mercy. $12 a person, $30 a family - for more info or to order tickets call Pat at 825-4147.

PETITIONS FOR THE 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 Irene Wingerter at 632-0646

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., March 5 - Vigil for the Fourth Sunday in Lent
Lower 4:30 p.m. Aurelia Makarewicz - Jack, Claudia & Christy

SUN., March 6 - Fourth Sunday in Lent
Upper 8:00 a.m. ANNIV. James J. Murphy - Wife, Mary
*Novena of Grace Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass
Lower 9:30 Elizabeth Saeli - Daughters, Beth, Melissa, Meg & Claire
Lower 11:00 Dr. John & Mrs. Florence Kelly - Pat Kelly
Upper 12:15 p.m. Mildred Collins - Sue Lorich

MON., March 7 - Perpetua and Felicity, martyrs
6:55 a.m. Corynne Shipston - George & Leona Shipston
8:00 Eleanor Fisher - Family
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., March 8 - John of God, religious
6:55 a.m. Ann Marie Dunn - The Driscoll Family
8:00 ANNIV. Richard G. Reilly - Family

WED., March 9 - Frances of Rome, religious
6:55 a.m. Maureen Murphy - Charles & Loree Giarrizzo
8:00 George P. Smith - Family
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., March 10 - Lenten Weekday, Fourth Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Florence Uebbing - Estate
8:00 Harry Mabee - Dr. & Mrs. Sean Keating
*Mysteries of Light will be recited after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., March 11 - Lenten Weekday, Fourth Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Michael Kocick - The Fahey Family
8:00 Charles Pfeil - The Jordan Family
*Novena of Grace Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass
7:15 Stations of the Cross

SAT., March 12 - Lenten Weekday, Fourth Week of Lent
Upper 8:00 a.m. Dr. Arthur Schaefer - Janet Terhaar
*Novena of Grace Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Ursula Jenny and Louis Plotnicki
Lower 4:30 p.m. ANNIV. John & Catherine Waterman - sons

SUN., March 13 - Fifth Sunday in Lent
Upper 8:00 a.m. ANNIV. Margaret Riso - daughters
Lower 9:30 James J. Curry - Mr. & Mrs. Theodore Babcock
Lower 11:00 Mary A. Klipfel - daughter, Geraldine Klipfel
Upper 12:15 p.m. Richard Marlette - Richard & Bernadette Lebert

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2004 - If you need a Financial Statement for 2004 for tax purposes, please put a note in the collection basket, or send a note to the Rectory.

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

"You are not in the flesh; on the contrary, you are in the spirit, if only the Spirit of God dwells in you." - Romans 8

Question of the Week: What are the areas of your life that Jesus has called back to life *

Faith Response: Respond to the words of Jesus spoken in your heart. Come out from darkness, from fear, from past failure, from pride or unforgiveness, and live.

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Anthony Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Maureen Bommer, John J. Burgio, Dale Carlos, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Emerson Eidenier, Mary Fazekas, Salvatore Ferro, Vincent Fetto, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Dolores Hooker, John Kaczorowski, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Gloria Kocick, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Rebecca Lorrimer, Arthur Maloney, Leo Masgula, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Stephen E. Rubach, Donald Sapienza, Tina Scalia, Richard Schifferle, David Setter, Dan Sheedy, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, George Strubel, Antonietta Suriani, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Chuck Varco, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, John Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Thomas Comer, Sr. (father of Anne O'Neill), William Cross ( husband of Anna), Richard Gall (brother of Ralph Gall), Emily Garrant (niece of Patti & Tony Simon), Dorothy Hard, Harvey Hoelscher, and Nora McKenna;
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…for all those killed in the earthquake and tsunami in South Asia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING
Alexander Gerard Scherer, son of Kathleen (Pearce) & Gerard Scherer who was baptized in our Church last Sunday.

HAPPY 68TH BIRTHDAY!!!
MSGR. JAMES LICHTENTHAL
THURSDAY, MARCH 17TH

TARGET WEEKEND!!!
CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL 2005
This weekend is the Target Weekend for returning Catholic Charities donations. You are asked to look into your heart and give as much as you can. If you are able, please consider increasing your donation this year. Please indicate the amount of your donation on the card, enclose it with a check or cash and return it in today's collection or by 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 the Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously.
We are a Community of Hope. Go to www.ccwny.org to find out more or donate online, or call 856-4494.

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

BIBLE BUDDIES
You and your pre-school children, ages 2-4 are invited to join us on either Wed., March 16th or Thurs., March 17th, from 10:00-10:30 in the Chapel Meeting Room (please enter through the single door under the overhang, between the Church and the School). We will share a story with your child and help them to learn more about God and the Bible, and they will make something special to bring home. The two sessions offered each month are identical, so you may attend either. Please contact Adele Kraus at 839-5340 for more details.

DIVINE MERCY
A Reflection on the Life of Saint Maria Faustina, Apostle of Divine Mercy, will be offered by CTK parishioner Rick Paolini, on Monday, March 21st, from 7:00-8:30 pm in the CTK Church Library. Join the Respect Life Committee as we learn more about God's unfathomable love and mercy for us through the life of Saint Maria Faustina.

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 CTK Bereavement Committee has been organized for all persons grieving the death of a loved one. The next session will be on Tuesday, March 22nd at 7 pm and every other Tuesday through May 24th. The program will be held in the Church Library. For more information, please call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

PETITIONS FOR THE 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 Irene Wingerter at 632-0646

PARISH EVENTS DURING LENT

*Daily Masses: 6:55 and 8:00 a.m.
*Stations of the Cross: Friday, March 18 at 7:15 p.m.
*Palm Sunday: March 20
*Tuesday, March 22nd: Confession 7:00-8:00 pm
*Holy Thursday: 8:00 a.m. Mass, and 7:00 pm Mass of the Last Supper. Procession, Transfer of the Blessed Sacrament to Repository of Adoration - Church is open until 11pm
*Good Friday: 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer; 1:00 p.m. Solemn Liturgy with Holy Communion;
Stations of the Cross at 7:00 p.m., followed by Confession
*Holy Saturday: 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer, 2:00 Blessing of the Easter Food Baskets, 8:00 pm Easter Vigil.
*Easter Sunday: March 27

DECORATING THE ALTARS
If you are able to help decorate the Altars and help arrange the flowers for Easter please join the committee on Wed., March 23rd, at 9:00 a.m. in the Lower Church. If you have any questions, please call Loretta Stachura at 839-1612

SINGERS AND INSTRUMENTALISTS FOR LENT & EASTER
The Music Ministry invites you to participate in singing or accompanying the Adult Choir during the Lent and Easter seasons. Let Christina know your schedule so that we can coordinate our musical offerings during weekend and Holy Week liturgies. If any guitarists are interested in assisting - call we would love to hear from you! Call Christina at 839-1430.

LENTEN PENANCE SERVICES
Mon, March 14th - Nativity, Harris Hill, Williamsville - 7:00 pm
Wed., March 16th - St. Edmund's, Tonawanda- 7:00 pm
Wed., March 16 - St. Francis, Tonawanda - 7:00 pm
Fri., March 18th - St. Gregory's, Williamsville - 7:30 pm
March 19 - 25 (daily) - St. Timothy's, Tonawanda - 7:30-8:00 pm
Mon., March 21 - St. Christopher's, Tonawanda - 7:00 pm
Mon., March 21 - St. Paul's, Kenmore - 7:00 pm
Mon., March 21 - Infant of Prague, Cheektowaga - 3:00 & 7:00 pm
Mon., March 21& 22 - St. Pius X , Tonawanda- 7:00 pm

LENTEN LECTURE SERIES
What Are You Doing for Lent * Instead of giving something up for Lent this year, why not do something special to bolster your spiritual life * The next session will be on Mon., March 14th at 7:30 pm at St. Edmund Church (530 Ellicott Creek Rd., Tonawanda). Fr. Charles Slisz will be speaking on "Can you Find Inner Peace *" No cost. No Reservations required. Refreshments will follow the lecture.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for spiritual direction for stronger Catholic men.
2) Thank you for strength during recent family crisis, and for a friend who understands
and listens.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
"The center of power is not to be found in summit meetings or in peace conferences. It is not in Peking or Washington or the United Nations, but rather where a child of God prays in the power of the Spirit for God's will to b be done in her life, in her home, and in the world about her." - Ruth Bell Graham

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
There will be no Religious Education Classes on Monday, March 14th. Classes will resume on Monday, March 21st.

Grade 9: The following classes will meet on Sunday, March 13th: Mrs. Mary Martin & Mrs. Nancy Murray's class, and Mr. & Mrs. Gallson's class. Students have been notified.

VOCATION VIEW - "Did I not assure you that if you believed you would see the glory of God *" Do you believe that your plan is God's plan * If God is calling you to serve the Church in consecrated life or priesthood, call Fr. Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
¢ Christ the King 6th, 7th & 8th grade students participated in the NY Mathematics League contest on Feb. 15th. The team representing CTK consisted of Mark Shehata, Conner Wingerter, James Gould, Meghan Murphy, Abigail Taylor, Martha Wydysh, and Ben Foster. In the 8th Grade, Mark Shehata place 1st, Conner Wingerter placed 2nd and 3rd place went to James Gould. In the 7th Grade Abigail Taylor and Martha Wydysh tied for 1st. Karalyn Evanco placed 2nd and tied for 3rd were Joseph Fahey, Abigail Fronckowiak, Lauren Jarmusz, and Benjamin Mozg. In the 6th Grade tied for 1st were Courtney Dennee, Owen Ortolani and Kevin Schmitt. Michael Rodman placed 2nd and tied for 3rd were Catherine Murphy and Chelsie Zanghi. Congratulations to all!!!
¢ March Madness at CTK continues this week with our annual Basketball Tournament!
¢ Tuesday, March 15th - Spring Pictures will be taken.

BLUE AND GOLD GALA AND AUCTION
A party and mini-auction will be held on Friday, April 8th in Mooney Hall (School Gym) at 7:30 pm. At this gala the winning tickets will be picked for the Parish Sweepstakes. There will be 12 prizes ranging from $250 to the Grand Prize of $2,500. The evening should be a fun night with live music, a live auction, a silent auction and food. You need not be present to win. Additional auction items are still needed - if you have something to donate, please call Rob Mikulec at 636-8352. If you have not yet purchased a Sweepstakes Ticket, they are only $10 each. Please return the ticket stub & cash or check made out to Christ the King to the Rectory or in the weekly collection. Sweepstakes tickets are still available in the Rectory.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Open Parish Choir : All parishioners who love to sing or have the desire to learn more about liturgical songs are invited to join the Parish Choir. The next rehearsal is on Thursday, March 17th at 7:00 pm in the Church Music Room. No previous experience is necessary. Join in for fellowship and song.
Youth Choir : Our Parish Youth Choir Rehearsals begin at 2:30 pm and welcomes children in Grades 1-6 to join in the fun of singing. Next Rehearsal is Friday, March 18t. .
Questions * Please call Christina. Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. Rehearsals are held in the Music Room, located at the bottom of the stairs at the entrance on the circular driveway on Lamarck. If you are interested in joining one of these groups, please call her at 839-1430/ext 212.

DIOCESAN YOUTH CHOIR FESTIVAL
The 1st Youth Choir Festival will be held Sun., April 24th at 4:00 pm at the beautiful St. Louis Church (corner of Main & Pearl, Buffalo). There will be one dress rehearsal for all the Youth that are singing in this Choir Festival on Fri., April 22nd at 7:00 pm. All youth in grades 3- 8 are welcomed & encouraged to sing and to be part of this outstanding event. Please contact Christina as soon as possible for music & rehearsal arrangements at 839-1430, ext. 212.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Service at St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room - We will be taking a group to St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room during Easter break on Tues., March 29th for food preparation & serving. We will be leaving from CTK parking lot by 8:45 a.m. & returning at approx. 1:15 p.m. Please call ASAP if you're interested in helping those in need of a hot meal.
¢ Bowling for Hope - Join members of our Teen Youth Group for a Bowl-A-Thon to benefit Catholic Charities on Sunday, April 17th at Game Zone, Sheridan Drive at 3:00 pm. Games are at the reduced price of $2 per game, and shoes are free. This is a fun way to raise money for Catholic Charities. Pledge Sheets will be available by Feb. 27th at the Youth Ministry Office. Take extra pledge sheets for your friends and have them join us for this great event. We would like all Pledge Amounts reported by March 13th in time for the Catholic Charities Drive.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED FOR CHALLENGER BASEBALL - The Central Amherst Little League runs a Challenger Division for children with disabilities. They need more volunteers to assist the players during their Sunday games from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. in May through June. This could satisfy community outreach requirements for Confirmation and High School. Call Jaqui Berger at 839-1224.

CROSSROADS - Crossroads is a Catholic group for single adults over the age of 40 (single, divorced, separated, widowed). This group of single adults sponsors large group activities and also a series of small group activities based on the interests of its members. For more information, call the Crossroads Hot Line at 635-8010.

CATHOLIC BIBLICAL STUDIES PROGRAM - Are you considering studying the Bible but are unsure of where or how to start * The Catholic Biblical Studies Program may be your answer. We invite you to "try on" our program by sitting in on a current class. This is an opportunity to see for yourself what this program is like and hear from students why they think it is so great. Call our office at 871-9180 for class locations & times.

AREA EVENTS
" Healing Mass & Novena to St. Padre Pio - March 9th - at 7 pm at Holy Name of Jesus Church,1947 Bailey Ave.
" St. Joseph's Day Table - Sun. March 13th - Noon - 3 pm - Clarence Town Park Clubhouse. Sponsored by Sister of St. Joseph. No fee, but donations received will go to the Clarence Food Pantry & St Louis Church.
" St. Luke's Annual St. Joseph's Table - Tues., March 15th fro 3-8 at St. John Maron Parish Center (2040 Wehrle Dr., Wmsvl.) All proceeds benefit St. Luke's Mission of Mercy. $12 a person, $30 a family - for more info or to order tickets call Pat at 825-4147.
" Consolata Missionaries 30th annual Agape' Liturgy - Sun., March 20th - at 7 pm - St. Pius X Fr Weber Center, 1700 North French Rd, Getzville. The Agape' liturgy consists of a Mass & a sharing in a simple meal. This year's theme is "The Eucharist, A Sacrament of Hope". For more info & reservations call the Consolata Missionaries at 634-5678.

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2004 - If you need a Financial Statement for 2004 for tax purposes, please put a note in the collection basket, or send a note to the Rectory.

MISSION IV
We have just completed Mission IV at CTK. It was a successful spiritual and liturgical 8-night journey for 41 people. Now, 190 parishioners from CTK have completed Mission, and we plan to hold Mission V in the coming year.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., March 12 - Lenten Weekday, Fourth Week of Lent
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Ursula Jenny and Louis Plotnicki
Lower 4:30 p.m. ANNIV. John & Catherine Waterman - sons

SUN., March 13 - Fifth Sunday in Lent
Upper 8:00 a.m. ANNIV. Margaret Riso - daughters
Lower 9:30 James J. Curry - Mr. & Mrs. Theodore Babcock
Lower 11:00 Mary A. Klipfel - daughter, Geraldine Klipfel
Upper 12:15 p.m. Richard Marlette - Richard & Bernadette Lebert

MON., March 14 - Lenten Weekday, 5th Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Jack Terhaar - St. Vincent de Paul Society
8:00 Hazel Prince - Al & Carol Trybus
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., March 15 - Lenten Weekday, 5th Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. Intention of All Souls - Parish Intentions
8:00 Daniel Davis - Bernie & Paul Howlett

WED., March 16 - Lenten Weekday, 5th Week of Lent
6:55 a.m. James Alberalla - Katie Jordan
8:00 Vincent Christopher - Joanne Wright
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., March 17 - Patrick, bishop
6:55 a.m. Mr. & Mrs. Lazzero Picca - Family
8:00 Edwin J. McAuley - Family
*Mysteries of Light will be recited after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., March 18 - Cyril of Jerusalem, bishop, doctor
6:55 a.m. John Stenger - Dr & Mrs. John Bartels
8:00 ANNIV. Anthony Campagna, Sr. - daughter, Teresa
*Novena of Grace Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass
7:15 Stations of the Cross

SAT., March 19 - Joseph, husband of Mary
Lower 4:30 p.m. ANNIV. August Geraci - Family

SUN., March 20 - Palm Sunday
Upper 8:00 a.m. Irene & Bill Murray - Family
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Joseph Borowski - Family
Lower 11:00 ANNIV. Edwin L. Georger - Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. Carol Helfer - Family

BRACELET FOUND last night of Mission IV. Silver chain bracelet with beads. Please call the Rectory at 839-1430 if you think it is yours.

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

"Found human in appearance, Jesus humbled himself, becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross." - Philippians 2

Question of the Week: When and how has betrayal touched your life? How can this wound be healed?
Faith Response: This Holy Week, concentrate on deepening your love. Spend ten minutes every day meditating on the image of Jesus on the cross. Ask him to make your heart a channel for his love.

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Anthony Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Maureen Bommer, John J. Burgio, Dale Carlos, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Emerson Eidenier, Mary Fazekas, Salvatore Ferro, Vincent Fetto, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Dolores Hooker, John Kaczorowski, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Gloria Kocick, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Rebecca Lorrimer, Arthur Maloney, Leo Masgula, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Stephen E. Rubach, Donald Sapienza, Tina Scalia, David Setter, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, George Strubel, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Chuck Varco, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, John Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Regina Halter, Helen Morey, Daniel Sheedy, and Antoinette Suriani (mother of Smeraldo DeRosa);
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…for all those killed in the earthquake and tsunami in South Asia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

PETITIONS FOR THE 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 Irene Wingerter at 632-0646.

CONGRATULATIONS TO…
Ursula (Jenny ) and Louis Plotnicki who were married in our Church last Saturday. We wish them God's blessings and a happy life together.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING
Blake Teagan Bommaraju, daughter of Karen (Krzesinski) & Mahesh Bommaraju; and Bradley Christopher Johnson, son of Marie (Szwed) & Daniel Johnson; who were baptized in our Church last Sunday.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL 2005
We are nurturing. We are caring. We are families. We are support. We are a community of hope. TODAY is the day to respond if you have yet to support the Catholic Charities Appeal 2005! All that is needed today is your pledge, if you prefer. We will remind you of your commitment through the year as you request.
Your support of this year's Appeal is vital. As of Tuesday, March 15th, our parishioners donated $174,272 to Catholic Charities. 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 the Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously. We are a Community of Hope. Go to www.ccwny.org to find out more or donate online, or call 856-4494. Be hope for someone in need.

DIVINE MERCY - A Reflection on the Life of Saint Maria Faustina, Apostle of Divine Mercy, will be offered by CTK parishioner Rick Paolini, on Monday, March 21st, from 7:00-8:30 pm in the CTK Church Library. Join the Respect Life Committee as we learn more about God's unfathomable love and mercy for us through the life of Saint Maria Faustina.

MEDJUGORIE PRAYER GROUP - The next meeting will be on Tuesday, March 22nd, at 9:30 a.m. at 303 Burroughs Dr. All are welcome.

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 CTK Bereavement Committee has been organized for all persons grieving the death of a loved one. The next session will be on Tuesday, March 22nd at 7 pm and every other Tuesday through May 24th. The program will be held in the Church Library. For more information, please call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

BLUE AND GOLD GALA AND AUCTION - A party and mini-auction will be held on Friday, April 8th in Mooney Hall (School Gym) at 7:30 pm. At this gala the winning tickets will be picked for the Parish Sweepstakes. There will be 12 prizes ranging from $250 to the Grand Prize of $2,500. The evening should be a fun night with live music, a live auction, a silent auction and food. You need not be present to win. Additional auction items are still needed - if you have something to donate, please call Rob Mikulec at 636-8352. If you have not yet purchased a Sweepstakes Ticket, they are only $10 each. Please return the ticket stub & cash or check made out to Christ the King to the Rectory or in the weekly collection. Sweepstakes tickets are still available in the Rectory.

ENRICH YOUR PARISH AND YOUR LIFE - Learn how at the Christ The King Ministry Fair - Saturday & Sunday, April 9 & 10 following each Mass in the Chapel Meeting Room off the lower church. Christ The King offers many opportunities for you to become involved in your parish community. Our Ministry Fair will help you learn more and speak with representatives of a wide range of ministries, from liturgical and prayer ministries to parish community and service groups. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome!

RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
The RCIA team invites everyone to attend the Easter Vigil on Sat. March 26th at 8:00 pm to welcome our RCIA elect - Linda Catterson and Shannon O'Malley - and our candidates - Mandy Jarosik, Katherine Hayes and Kathryn Militello - as they become fully initiated in the Roman Catholic faith. The Easter Vigil will begin in a darkened Church with the lighting of the fire and the Pascal Candle. As the procession moves into the Church, each person in attendance will light a candle signifying Christ entering the Church. Scripture readings will be proclaimed, Linda & Shannon will be baptized, baptismal vows will be renewed: Linda, Mandy, Katherine, Kathryn and Shannon will receive Confirmation and First Eucharist. Immediately following Mass a reception will be help in the Parish Library for everyone so that they can congratulate our RCIA neophytes. Please come & share with us this very special event.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education classes for Monday, March 21st are as follows:
Grades 1 - 5: 2:30-3:30 pm
Grade 7: 7:00-8:15 pm
On behalf of the Religious Education Department, we wish our students and their families a blessed and Happy Easter.

VOCATION VIEW - "Blessed are they who come in the Name of the Lord!" Are you being called to proclaim Jesus as a priest, deacon, religious brother or sister? If God is calling you, call Fr. Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
March 23rd - Noon Dismissal; Easter Vacation Begins;
School resumes on Monday, April 4th
We wish everyone a blessed and happy Easter!

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Service at St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room - We will be taking a group to St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room during Easter break on Tues., March 29th for food preparation & serving. We will be leaving from CTK parking lot by 8:45 a.m. & returning at approx. 1:15 p.m. Please call ASAP if you're interested in helping those in need of a hot meal.
¢ Bowling for Hope - Join members of our Teen Youth Group for a Bowl-A-Thon to benefit Catholic Charities on Sunday, April 17th at Game Zone, Sheridan Drive at 3:00 pm. Games are at the reduced price of $2 per game, and shoes are free. This is a fun way to raise money for Catholic Charities. Pledge Sheets will be available by Feb. 27th at the Youth Ministry Office. Take extra pledge sheets for your friends and have them join us for this great event. We would like all Pledge Amounts reported ASAP to be used for the Catholic Charities Drive.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for all the little blessings I have received this past week.
2) Thank you for keeping me from injury when I fell.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
"We walk without fear, full of hope and courage and strength to do His will, waiting for the endless good which He is always giving as fast as He can get us able to take it in." - George MacDonald

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2004 - If you need a Financial Statement for 2004 for tax purposes, please put a note in the collection basket, or send a note to the Rectory.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Open Parish Choir: All parishioners who love to sing or have the desire to learn more about liturgical songs are invited to join the Parish Choir.
Youth Choir : Our Parish Youth Choir Rehearsals begin at 2:30 pm and welcomes children in Grades 1-6 to join in the fun of singing. Next Rehearsal is Friday, April 8th.
Questions? Please call Christina. Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. Rehearsals are held in the Music Room, located at the bottom of the stairs at the entrance on the circular driveway on Lamarck. If you are interested in joining one of these groups, please call her at 839-1430/ext 212.

DIOCESAN YOUTH CHOIR FESTIVAL
The 1st Youth Choir Festival will be held Sun., April 24th at 4:00 pm at the beautiful St. Louis Church (corner of Main & Pearl, Buffalo). There will be one dress rehearsal for all the Youth that are singing in this Choir Festival on Fri., April 22nd at 7:00 pm. All youth in grades 3- 8 are welcomed & encouraged to sing and to be part of this outstanding event. Please contact Christina as soon as possible for music & rehearsal arrangements at 839-1430, ext. 212.

AREA EVENTS
¢ Consolata Missionaries 30th annual Agape' Liturgy - Sun., March 20th - at 7 pm - St. Pius X Fr Weber Center, 1700 North French Rd, Getzville. The Agape' liturgy consists of a Mass & a sharing in a simple meal. This year's theme is "The Eucharist, A Sacrament of Hope". For more info & reservations call the Consolata Missionaries at 634-5678
¢ Ham Dinner - March 20 - Noon-3 pm - Our Lady of Good Counsel Church (10675 Alleghany Rd (Rt 77) Darien Center).
¢ Bell Ringer Auction sponsored by Our Ladies of Charity - Tues. March 29 - 11 am - Creekside Banquet Center (2669 Union Rd.) - raffle sales & silent auction on antique as well as new items. $20 pre-sale admission only includes Chicken Cordon Blue lunch. For ticket info call 895-4001.

TRAVEL WITH ST. BENEDICT'S SENIORS on the following 1-day and 4-day trips: March 31st to Hamburg Raceway Slots; April 25th to Fort Erie Raceway Slots; May 13th to see a Great Senior Comedian; May 16th-20th a trip to Wildwood, NJ; Oct 20-24 a fly/drive trip to Branson. For details on all of these trips, call Val at 838-0291.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED FOR CHALLENGER BASEBALL at Central Amherst Little League for children with disabilities. Volunteers are needed to assist the players during their Sunday games from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. , May through June. This could satisfy community outreach requirements for Confirmation and High School. Call Jaqui Berger at 839-1224.

CROSSROADS is a Catholic group for single adults over the age of 40 (single, divorced, separated, widowed). This group of single adults sponsors large group activities and also a series of small group activities based on the interests of its members. For more information, call the Crossroads Hot Line at 635-8010.

CATHOLIC BIBLICAL STUDIES PROGRAM may be your answer if you are considering studying the Bible but are unsure of where or how to start. We invite you to "try on" our program by sitting in on a current class. This is an opportunity to see for yourself what this program is like and hear from students why they think it is so great. Call our office at 871-9180 for class locations & times.

WE ARE WAITING … To help someone or family who is out of work and needs assistance. Maybe it's only a temporary setback. Call the Rectory and leave a message for a member of out St. Vincent de Paul Society.

BRACELET FOUND last night of Mission IV. Silver chain bracelet with beads. Please call the Rectory at 839-1430 if you think it is yours.

HOLY WEEK
?Palm Sunday, March 20: Normal Mass Schedule
?Monday: Masses at 6:55 and 8:00 a.m.
?Tuesday: Masses at 6:55 and 8:00 a.m.
Confession 7:00-8:00 pm
?Wednesday: Masses at 6:55 and 8:00 a.m.
Adoration Chapel will be closed from Wednesday, March 23 at 6:00
until Monday, March 28 at 9:00 a.m.
?Holy Thursday: Morning Mass: 800 a.m. Mass
Mass of the Last Supper: 7:00 pm
Adoration in Church open until 11pm
?Good Friday: Morning Prayer: 9:00 a.m.
Solemn Liturgy with Holy Communion: 1:00 p.m.
Stations of the Cross: 7:00 p.m. followed by Confession
?Holy Saturday: Morning Prayer: 9:00 a.m.
Blessing of the Easter Food Baskets:2:00 p.m.
Easter Vigil Mass & Services: 8:00 p.m.
?Easter Sunday: March 27
Masses: 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. & 12:15 p.m.
?Monday, March 28: Mass: 8:00 a.m. only
Adoration Chapel will reopen at 9:00 a.m.
Rectory Closed

LECTORS, EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS AND ALTAR SERVERS - Please sign-up in the Sacristy THIS WEEKEND to help out at Holy Week and Easter Masses. Thank you!

DECORATING THE ALTARS - If you are able to help arrange the flowers and decorate the Altars for Easter please join the committee on Wed., March 23rd, at 9:00 a.m. in the Lower Church, and Sat., March 26th at 9:30 in the Upper Church. If you have any questions, please call Loretta Stachura at 839-1612.

LENTEN PENANCE SERVICES - March 20- 25 (daily), 7:30-8:00 pm, St. Timothy's, Tonawanda; Mon., March 21, 7:00 pm, St. Christopher's, Tonawanda; Mon., March 21 - 7:00 pm, St. Paul's, Kenmore; Mon., March 21, 3:00 & 7:00 pm, Infant of Prague, Cheektowaga; and Mon., March 21& 22, 7:00 pm St. Pius X, Getzville.

HOLY LAND OFFERING - On Good Friday, during the Liturgy at 1:00 p.m., 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 & died. Today, the Holy Land is in need. Most Christians who live near & 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 as generous as you can with this special act of almsgiving.

THE LITTLE WHITE BOOKS - The Little White Books with reflections for the Easter Season are available in the back of Church today. These are used as a continuation of the Little Black Books, which were distributed for Lent. The Easter Season begins on Monday, March 28th, and continues through Pentecost, Sunday, May 15th.

TRAVELING? DON'T FORGET TO ATTEND MASS ON EASTER! For nationwide Mass times and locations, call 1-800-627-7846 or log onto www.masstime.org.

DAILY MASS SCHEDULE: Next week, Monday, March 28th through Friday, April 1st, there will only be an 8:00 a.m. Mass. The 6:55 a.m. Mass will resume on Monday, April 4th

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., March 19 - Joseph, husband of Mary
Lower 4:30 p.m. ANNIV. August Geraci - Family

SUN., March 20 - Palm Sunday
Upper 8:00 a.m. Irene & Bill Murray - Family
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Joseph Borowski - Family
Lower 11:00 ANNIV. Edwin L. Georger - Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. Carol Helfer - Family

MON., March 21 -Monday of Holy Week
6:55 a.m. Alfonso Cumella - Mr. & Mrs. Norbert Schneider
8:00 Dr. John Ambrusko - Rita & David Ernst
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., March 22 - Tuesday of Holy Week
6:55 a.m. Ryan Cleary - Betty & Mike Flynn
8:00 William Beard - Mrs. Robert H. Georger

WED., March 23 - Wednesday of Holy Week
6:55 a.m. Vera Szymoniak - Joan Powlawski
8:00 Leo Barron - Ralph Forgione
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., March 24 - Holy Thursday
8:00 a.m. Peggy E. Collins - Family
*Mysteries of Light will be recited after 8:00 a.m. Mass
7:00 p.m. Mass of the Last Supper
People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal
*Adoration in Repository until 11:00 p.m.

FRI., March 25 - Good Friday
9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer
1:00 p.m. Solemn Liturgy and Holy Communion
7:00 Stations of the Cross

SAT., March 26 - Holy Saturday
9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer
2:00 p.m. Blessing of the Easter Food
Easter Vigil
Upper 8:00 p.m. People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal

SUN., March 27 - Easter Sunday
Upper 8:00 a.m. ANNIV. Patricia A. Will - Paul Will
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Beatrice F. Smith - Myrella Nagel
Lower 11:00 Ruth Cecala - Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. Shirley Carocci - Karen Ver

"SUNDAY BEST" COLLECTION - A GREAT SUCCESS - The Religious Education directors at Holy Cross Church and St. Rita & St. Patrick Church in Buffalo are distributing First Holy Communion outfits collected at our parish, to eager children preparing to receive the Eucharist. Thank you for your generosity!!!

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

"Everyone who believes in Jesus will receive forgiveness of sins through his name."
- Acts 10

Question of the Week: What do you see when you look into the open tomb on Easter morning? What does this mean for your life?

Faith Response: Celebrate Easter thankfully, for the forgiveness of sin. Celebrate joyfully, because the life of Christ is in you. Celebrate consciously, because this is not just another holiday. It's the doorway to hope.

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Anthony Bauer, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Maureen Bommer, John J. Burgio, Dale Carlos, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Emerson Eidenier, Mary Fazekas, Salvatore Ferro, Vincent Fetto, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Dolores Hooker, John Kaczorowski, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Gloria Kocick, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Rebecca Lorrimer, Arthur Maloney, Leo Masgula, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Victor Molfese, Teresa Newland, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Stephen E. Rubach, Donald Sapienza, Tina Scalia, David Setter, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, George Strubel, Antonietta Suriani, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Chuck Varco, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, John Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Katherine Gurbacki (daughter of Mary Ann Sawyer and Robert Gurbacki), Bernard Keenan (mother of Rev. Kenneth Keenan), and Dorothy Szydlowski (head of Diocesan Visitor Bishop's Committee);
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

PETITIONS FOR THE 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 Irene Wingerter at 632-0646.

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 2004 - If you need a Financial Statement for 2004 for tax purposes, please put a note in the collection basket, or send a note to the Rectory.

THE RECTORY WILL BE CLOSED on Monday, March 28th. It will reopen on Tuesday at 8:30 a.m.

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 blessing remain with all of you as we celebrate together and sing our "Alleluias" until the Lord shall come again.
On behalf of our priests and sisters who serve here, we wish each of you a Blessed Easter. Many thanks for your thoughtfulness in cards and gifts this Holy Season.

In Christ our King,
Msgr. James Lichtenthal
Father Joe Sicari

THE LITTLE WHITE BOOKS
The Little White Books with reflections for the Easter Season are still available in the back of Church today. These are used as a continuation of the Little Black Books, which were distributed for Lent. The Easter Season begins on Monday, March 28th, and continues through Pentecost, Sunday, May 15th.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION CHAPEL
The Eucharistic Adoration Chapel is currently closed for the Triduum. It will reopen on Monday, March 28 at 9:00 a.m.

EASTER THANK-YOU'S EXTENDED TO:
The Altar Decorating Committee, for the beautiful display of Easter flowers in both our churches. Thanks especially to Loretta Stachura for her hard work in organizing the flower order.
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 3 weeks ago with the polishing of the brass and copper candlesticks, and continued through Easter, helping Msgr. make sure everything was where it should be for the appropriate celebrations. Thanks also to Eric Voglmayr who works with Dan to help keep the churches looking their best.
Christina Shrewsbury, Director of Music Ministry, and the Parish Choir, who helped make the Lenten Season so special, especially Holy Week services. It is wonderful to reintroduce the Grand Alleluia's at the Easter Vigil and Easter Masses.
Eileen and Mike Summers for their help in setting up the Repository on Holy Thursday and helping to cover the statues throughout Church for Passion Sunday.
To 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.

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 on June 11th this year.

ENRICH YOUR PARISH AND YOUR LIFE
LEARN HOW AT THE CHRIST THE KING MINISTRY FAIR
On Saturday & Sunday, April 9 & 10 following each Mass there will be a Ministry Fair held in the Chapel Meeting Room off the Lower Church. CTK offers many opportunities for you to become involved in your parish community. Our Ministry Fair will help you learn more and speak with representatives of a wide range of ministries, from liturgical and prayer ministries to parish community and service groups. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome!

FIRST FRIDAY - Friday of this week is the First Friday for the month of April. Since school is not in session, and we have a modified schedule, mass will only be at 8:00 a.m. After the 8:00 mass the Rosary and Altar Society will recite the Rosary and will then go to the Wehrle Restaurant for a Dutch-treat breakfast. If you are attending, call Virginia Harder at 839-0230.

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 CTK Bereavement Committee has been organized for all persons grieving the death of a loved one. The next session will be on Tuesday, April 5th at 7 pm and every other Tuesday through May 24th. The program will be held in the Church Library. For more information, please call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

PARISH SWEEPSTAKES - BLUE AND GOLD GALA & AUCTION: Going once, Going twice . . . Please return all Sweepstakes ticket stubs and payment to the Rectory or in the weekly collection by April 1st . Additional tickets are still available at the Rectory. Tickets are $10 each, and checks may be made payable to "Christ the King." Also, don't miss out on the first annual Blue and Gold Gala & Auction Party, which will be held on Friday, April 8th in Mooney Hall (School Gym), beginning at 7:30 p.m. The evening will include an elegant dinner, open bar, live music, live and silent auctions, raffled items, a chocolate fountain, and lots of fun! The winning sweepstakes entries also will be selected that evening. Tickets may be purchased at the Rectory, or you may submit payment with your name, address, and phone number in the weekly collection and tickets will be mailed to you. Tickets are a bargain at $40 per person or $65 per couple (please, no scalping), and the deadline is April 1st. All parishioners, family, and friends are warmly welcome to this celebration of our beloved parish and # 1 school. Finally, if you have any ideas or leads on auction item donations, please contact Rob Mikulec at 636-8352 or Mark Uba at 839-2186.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - On Tues, April 12th at 7:30 pm Habitat for Humanity will be giving a presentation in the Chapel Meeting Room (enter the door located under arch between Church & School). Margaret Talboys from Buffalo's Habitat for Humanity organization promises to educate and inspire us with stories and video presentations of Extreme Makeovers of local homes … and lives. Seniors, Singles, Parents, Children … come enjoy an evening of fellowship and refreshments as we further explore service to the poor as another way to pray. Details are posted in the back of Church.

BIBLE BUDDIES - Your and your pre-school children ages 2-4 are invited to join us on either Wed., April 13 or Thurs., April 14th from 10:00-10:30 am in the Chapel Meeting Room (please enter thru the single door under the overhang, between the Church and the School). We will share a story with your child & help them to learn more about God & the bible, & they will make something special to bring home. The two sessions offered are identical, so you may attend either. Please call Adele Kraus at 839-5340 for more details.

THE NEXT PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS will be held on Tues., April 19th at 7:00 pm in the Church Library. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL 2005
At Catholic Charities, we rejoice with you in the Resurrection of our Lord and Savior Christ Jesus! You proved again that you are a community of hope for so many in WNY. Thank you! The time and treasure you dedicated to Catholic Charities Appeal 2005 will help return people in our community to a place of strength and stability.
Your support of this year's Appeal is vital. As of Tuesday, March 22nd our parishioners donated $199,499 to Catholic Charities. 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 the Catholic Charities Appeal Office. Your contribution is used to bring strength and stability to the community. Please give generously. We are a Community of Hope. Go to www.ccwny.org to find out more or donate online, or call 856-4494. Be hope for someone in need.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
There will be no Religious Education Classes on Monday, March 28th. Classes will resume on Monday, April 4th.

VOCATION VIEW - "The Lord is risen, it is true!" Through our baptism He calls us to proclaim new life to the world. Pray for those who herald the Good News as priests, brothers and sisters. If God is calling you, call Fr. Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
School is closed for Easter Vacation. School will resume on Monday, April 4th .
We wish everyone a blessed and happy Easter!

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, & promote fun in a welcoming atmosphere. We invite you to become an active part of teen life at CTK Church. For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Service at St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room - We will be taking a group to St. Vincent
de Paul Dining Room during Easter break on Tues., March 29th for food preparation & serving. We will be leaving from CTK parking lot by 8:45 a.m. & returning at approx. 1:15 p.m. Please call ASAP if you're interested in helping those in need of a hot meal.
¢ Bowling for Hope - Join members of our Teen Youth Group for a Bowl-A-Thon to benefit
Catholic Charities on Sunday, April 17th at Game Zone, Sheridan Drive at 3:00 pm. Games are at the reduced price of $2 per game, and shoes are free. This is a fun way to raise money for Catholic Charities. Pledge Sheets will be available at the Youth Ministry Office.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for my son's continued remission.
2) Thank you for successful surgery on our grandson & for all who prayed for him.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
"Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has forgiven you… Be imitators of God, as beloved children, and live in love." Ephesians 4:32, 5:1-2

MUSIC MINISTRY
Open Parish Choir: All parishioners who love to sing or have the desire to learn more about liturgical songs are invited to join the Parish Choir. The next rehearsal is on Thurs., April 7th at 7:00 pm in the Church Music Room. No previous experience is necessary. Join in for fellowship and song.
Youth Choir: Our Parish Youth Choir Rehearsals begin at 2:30 pm and welcomes children in Grades 1-6 to join in the fun of singing. Next Rehearsal is Fri., April 8t .
Diocesan Youth Choir Festival: There will be 2 additional Youth Choir rehearsals for the Festival on Wed., April 6th, from 5:30-6:30 p.m., and Thurs., April 14th, from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Questions? Please call Christina. Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. Rehearsals are held in the Music Room, located at the bottom of the stairs at the entrance on the circular driveway on Lamarck. If you are interested in joining one of these groups, please call her at 839-1430/ext 212.

DIOCESAN YOUTH CHOIR FESTIVAL - The 1st Youth Choir Festival will be held Sun., April 24th at 4:00 pm at the beautiful St. Louis Church (corner of Main & Pearl, Buffalo). There will be one dress rehearsal for all the Youth that are singing in this Choir Festival on Fri., April 22nd at 7:00 pm. All youth in grades 3- 8 are welcomed & encouraged to sing and to be part of this outstanding event. Please contact Christina as soon as possible for music & rehearsal arrangements at 839-1430, ext. 212.

AREA EVENTS
" Bell Ringer Auction sponsored by Our Ladies of Charity - Tues. March 29 - 11 am -
Creekside Banquet Center (2669 Union Rd.) - raffle sales & silent auction on antique as well as new items. $20 pre-sale admission only includes Chicken Cordon Blue lunch. For ticket info call 895-4001.
" Volunteers Wanted for Challenger Baseball - The Central Amherst Little League runs
a Challenger Division for children with disabilities. They need more volunteers to assist the players during their Sunday games from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. in May through June. This could satisfy community outreach requirements for Confirmation and High School. Call Jaqui Berger at 839-1224.
" CPR for Family & Friends - April 4th at 6 pm at Appletree Business Park. Call 447-6205.
" Intro Sessions to Ovulation Method/Fertility Care System of Natural Family Planning
will be held on Thurs. April 7th at 6:30 pm at Mercy Hospital (675-6281) and on Sat., April 16th at 10:30 am at Sisters Hospital (862-1944). Pre-registration required.
" Marriage Encounter Weekend - Plan your get-away weekend by making a reservation
today: April 8-10, June 24-26, Aug 26-28, Oct 14-16 & Dec. 9-11. Call 585-342-2430 to register or go to www.wwme.org or www.wwme-wny.org for information.
" Crossroads is a Catholic group for single adults over the age of 40 (single, divorced,
separated, widowed). This group of single adults sponsors large group activities and also a series of small group activities based on the interests of its members. For more information, call the Crossroads Hot Line at 635-8010.
" Catholic Biblical Studies Program -We invite you to "try on" our program by sitting in on
a current class. This is an opportunity to see for yourself what this program is like & hear from students why they think it is so great. Call our office at 871-9180 for class locations & times.

TRAVEL WITH ST. BENEDICT'S SENIORS on the following 1-day and 4-day trips: March 31st to Hamburg Raceway Slots; April 25th to Fort Erie Raceway Slots; May 13th to see a Great Senior Comedian; May 16th-20th a trip to Wildwood, NJ; Oct 20-24 a fly/drive trip to Branson. For details on all of these trips, call Val at 838-0291.

ATTN LADY GOLFERS - Ben's Belles golf every Thursday at 9:00 a.m. from May thru August at Oakwood Golf Course. If interested, join us at Sean Patrick's Restaurant at 12:00 Noon on April 21st for at pre-season Dutch-treat lunch. Call Marge at 832-3748 for lunch reservations and/or information.

DAILY MASS SCHEDULE: This week, Monday, March 28th through Friday, April 1st, there will only be an 8:00 a.m. Mass. The 6:55 a.m. Mass will resume on Monday, April 4th

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., March 26 - Holy Saturday
9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer
2:00 p.m. Blessing of the Easter Food
Easter Vigil
Upper 8:00 p.m. People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal

SUN., March 27 - Easter Sunday
Upper 8:00 a.m. ANNIV. Patricia A. Will - Paul Will
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Beatrice F. Smith - Myrella Nagel
Lower 11:00 Ruth Cecala - Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. Shirley Carocci - Karen Ver

MON., March 28 - Easter Monday
No 6:55 a.m. Mass
8:00 ANNIV. Robert J. Kersten - wife, Mary Jane
*The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., March 29 - Easter Tuesday
No 6:55 a.m. Mass
8:00 Jack Terhaar - Kevin Phelen and Dr. & Mrs. J. Phelen

WED., March 30 - Easter Wednesday
No 6:55 a.m. Mass
8:00 Newell Meyer - Mel Pauly
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., March 31 - Easter Thursday
No 6:55 Mass
8:00 a.m. Ben Mankowski - The Golinski Family

FRI., April 1 - Easter Friday
No 6:55 a.m. Mass
8:00 a.m. Donald J. Longergan - The Warren Miller Family

SAT., April 2 - Easter Saturday
Lower 4:30 p.m. James J. Young - Joseph & Ceil Rolek

SUN., April 3 - Second Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 a.m. Lawrence D'Arcy - Dr. & Mrs. John Bartels
Lower 9:30 Marion Dechert - Gallson Family
Lower 11:00 Reginald and Frances Tresidder - The Terhaar Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Dr. Carl Weber - Tim & Jean McCarthy

"GETTING IN TOUCH WITH YOUR SPIRITUAL LIFE" - Fr. Peter Calabrese, CRSP, will help you tap into the spiritual side of yourself at the next session of Come and See on Thursday, April 7 at 7:30 pm in St. Benedict Church. Table topics include: bereavement, divorce & separation, annulments, prayer, interfaith marriage, Catholic singles, answering tough questions, coming back to the Church coping with cancer. No cost. No reservations required. For information call 565-2525.