May Bulletins

Sue Barlow, Andrew Benbenek, Maryann Bensman, Carol Ann Bradner, Shirley Carocci, Paula Clody-Neumeister, Shalet DiCapito, Salvatore Ferro, Frank Frontera, Eleanor Gottstein, George Grow, William Knittel, Sister Margaret Mary, Leo Masgula, Russell Messina, Kelley Mitchell, Andrea Niemic, Lynn Paul, Mary Rafferty, Pasquale Scime, Donnie Swanson, Sister Shirley Sweney, Geraldine Walter, and Pat Weissman;

Those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, ESPECIALLY: Joseph Lombardo (brother of Rev. Msgr. Samuel Lombardo), Jean Paradowski, Mary Spahn (sister of Rev. Msgr. Atoine Attea & Sister George Marie Attea, SSJ), and Stanley Zak, Sr. (brother of Rev. Msgr. Casimir Zak)

WEDDING BANNS

CONGRATULATIONS…

… to Jill M. McNamara and John C. Todaro who were married in our Church last Saturday. We wish them a happy life together and God’s blessings.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING…

… Madeline Ann Smith, daughter of Richard & Denise (Kindzia) Smith, who was baptized on Easter Sunday, April 23^rd in our Church; and Matthew Robert Connolly, son of Bryan & Elizabeth (Heubusch) Connolly, who was baptized last Sunday in our Church.

THE MAY APPEAL – 2000

You have made so much possible with your donations during the recently concluded “3-Year Welcome Home Appeal.” We thank you for generosity. The annual “May Appeal” was set aside for three years – but we will use it again as we make a special appeal to our Parish family for funds to continue the extraordinary improvements and repairs to the Parish properties for the 75^th Anniversary of our parish which begins on September 10^th, 2000.

Letters to all parishioners will be sent out this week, and the target date weekend for pledges and returns is May 20^th & 21^st. May we suggest a minimum contribution of $100 this year, however, any contribution within your means is greatly appreciated.

Today, 73 of our children will receive their First Holy Communion at the 9:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Masses. We congratulate our communicants and their families

Our closing night “Olympics” is scheduled for Friday, May 19^th. A planning session is scheduled for Monday, May 8^th at 7:00 p.m.

BIBLE BUDDIES

You and your pre-school children ages 2-4 are invited to join us this Wednesday or Thursday for our Bible Story and craft time in the Chapel Meeting Room from 10;00-10:30. We will share a story to help you learn more about God and the Bible, and you will make something special to bring home with you. The two sessions are identical, so you only need to attend one. For more information, call Adele at 839-5640.

The next pre-baptismal class will be offered on Wednesday, May 10^th at 7:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

The next session of the RCIA will be held on Thursday, May 11^th at 7:15 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. The topic of discussion will be on the Good Shepherd and the Ministries of the Church. If you have any questions regarding the RCIA process, please call Fr. David at 839-1430.

MAY CROWNING

May Crowning will be held on Friday, May 12^th at 7:00 p.m. in the Upper Church. All parishioners are invited to attend. Any First Communicants from the Religious Education Department, wishing to participate in the procession, are asked to call Peggy Page at 839-0946.

MOTHER’S DAY ROSE SALE

The Respect Life Committee will be selling roses this year, after Masses on Mother’s Day weekend, May 13^th & 14^th. Roses will be sold for $2 each, $10 for ½ dozen, and $20 for 1 dozen. To pre-order ½ dozen or more, please call Paula at 741-8551. Orders must be placed by Monday, May 8^th. Thank you.

HOLY NAME SUNDAY

Next Sunday, May 14^this Holy Name Sunday. All Holy Name members, families and their friends will attend the 8:00 am Mass, and sit together as a group. After Mass coffee and donuts will be served in the Church Library. Everyone is invited to join us.

The annual end-of-year dinner will be held on Monday, May 22nd at Giacobbi’s Restaurant at Main & Eggert Road. Reservations are due by May 15^th, with checks payable to Marge Wietig, 44 Audubon Dr., Amherst, NY 14226. Dinner choices are: Scallops en Brochette - $19.95, Chicken Marsala - $18.50 and Penne Broccoli - $17.25. Cocktails are at 6:30 and dinner is served at 7:15 p.m.

The annual Rosary & Altar Spring Luncheon will take place at Fanny’s Restaurant on Thursday, June 8^th. Please reserve this date on your calendar. Reservations may be made by sending a $15 check to Angela Coppola, 64 Bridle Path, Williamsville, NY 14221; before May 26^th. A Pork Tenderloin luncheon will be served at Noon.

This will be the last class until September. The children will bring home their textbook, folder and report card. If your child is absent on May 8^th, please contact the office to pick up these items.

A Special Thank You to the teachers who helped prepare our students for the sacrament of First Holy Communion. They are: Mrs. Maureen Butwin, Mrs. Mary Lyn Herzog, Mrs Nancy Primerano, Mrs. Terry Ray and Mrs. Peggy Page.

– The 6^th Grade will go to the Albright Knox Art Gallery to see the Tissot exhibit.

– Grade 1 will treat their mothers to the annual Mother’s Day Program at 1:30 p.m.

– May Crowning will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Upper Church. All children involved in

the procession should meet in the Lower Church at 6:45 p.m. The other school children should meet with their class in the Upper Church 6:45. All are invited to the gym for the reading of the Last Will and Testament, and the prophecy, of the 8^th Grade class.

YOU CAN SAVE SOMEONE’S LIFE TODAY

“Catholic families should be living symbols of our conviction that life is always, always a gift from God. Teach your children to respect human life from conception to natural death. Pray as a family for an end to this evil that destroys the weakest of weak, the poorest of the poor.” – Light and Shadows: Our Nation 25 Years After Roe v. Wade, National Conference of Catholic Bishops

Presented by the Catholic Alumni Club of Buffalo, on May 12^th at 7:30 p.m., at the St. John the Baptist – Neumann Chapel (1085 Englewood Ave). Fr. Leon Biernat will celebrate the Mass, and a reception will follow in the Church Hall. Call Donna at 759-2654 or Thelma at 832-9866 for more info. This event recognizes the growing special role of single people in our church & society. All singles, never married, widowed, divorced & separated are welcome.

AREA EVENTS

*Diocesan Marian Tribute will be held on May 7^th at St. Joseph’s Cathedral at 3 p.m. This special prayer service is to honor Mary & to highlight during the Jubilee Year the expression of God’s Mercy in our daily lives.

*A Community Concert “Order My Steps” presented May 7^th at 7 p.m. in St. Christopher’s Church (2660 Niagara Falls Blvd.) Concert will feature St. Joe’s Swing Choir & the Varsity Singers.

*”Sounds of the Spirit of 2000” – presented on May 28^th from 2-10 p.m., at St. Gabriel’ s Parish, Elma, features Catholic singing sensations Sudden Impact, Holy Ground, & others. Tickets $15/adult, $5/children under 12. Tickets can be ordered by calling 668-4017. Ticket proceeds will benefit, St. Luke’s Mission of Mercy, Baker Victory Services & Roswell Park Cancer Institute.

Teens, your voices are needed for a special service project at ROSWELL PARK CANCER INSTITUTE. The Music Ministry at CTK was asked to participate in an inter-faith service at Roswell Park, on Wednesday, May 10 at 7:00 p.m. This is part of our Outreach Ministry & we look forward to many voices singing together on this occasion. Call Christina at 839-1430 ext. 212, for more information, or to sign-up. Thank you.

CHURCH IN LATIN AMERICA

Next week there will be a collection to benefit the Church in Latin America. These funds will be used to support leadership training for seminarians, men & women religious, permanent deacons, catechists, and lay leaders in Latin America, where there is an average of only priest for every 7,000 Catholics. Please give generously.

BUS TRIP TO ARTPARK – SUNDAY, JULY 16^TH

“Showboat” at Artpark – All are welcome to step aboard the riverboat “Cotton Blossom” to travel along the banks of the mighty Mississippi on Sunday, July 16^th. The Trip includes deluxe motorcoach transportation, premium center seats in Grand Tier A at Artpark, dinner at Schimschacks’ Restaurant and the bus driver’s gratuity. Cost is $67 per person; deadline is Wed., June 14^th (early reservation deadline is necessary because of ticket purchase policy). A flyer with complete information will be available in mid-May. For more information, call Celeste Kersten at 839-2146.

“THANKS” FOR YOUR HELP!

The Welcome Home Appeal chairpersons, Ceil & Paul Becker, would like to thank the following committee members for their dedicated commitment to the appeal: Paul Battaglia, John Davis, Mary DeRosa, Len Jarmusz, Bill Mabee, Mike Maloney, Mark Scott, Louise Seereiter and Steve Timmel.

Red Alert! Red Alert! Life just changed without warning. It could be your neighbor who needs help from Catholic Charities; it could be your child. People cry red alert each day, and Catholic Charities stands ready to help

CKT parish has contributed $163,871.40 as of Tuesday, May 2^nd .You may still drop your donation into the collection basket, or return it to the Rectory.

If you own stock or mutual fund shares, please consider them as charitable donations. This gift will not only assist Appeal 2000, but also provide benefits to your own tax matters.

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.

Call our home office at 856-4494, or visit us on the web at www.ccwny.org, for more information.

ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY

Last week was Ozanam Sunday in recognition of the Founder of the Society. “The question which is agitating the world today is a social one. It is struggle between those who have nothing and those who have too much, it is the violent clash of opulence and poverty, which is shaking the ground under our feet. Our duty as Christians is to throw ourselves between those two camps, in order to accomplish through charity what justice alone cannot do.” – Frederic Ozanam

JUBILEE 2000 – WITNESSES OF CHRIST

We are called to live the Gospel according to the example and teaching of Jesus Christ, with a life of prayer, love of God and neighbor, forgiving offenses, and of giving oneself willingly for the service of others whoever they may be. The martyrs are shining examples of this, but every Christian is called to a life of total fidelity and self-dedication.

VA 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.

V Women from our Rosary and Altar Society, also 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.

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

PHONES FOR EMERGENCY USE are located in the Ushers' Room (off of the Church Vestibule, next to the Msgr. McMahon Church Library) AND in the Kitchen in the Chapel Meeting Room (next to the Lower Church).

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 and instructions for use. We have two systems available:

(1) A "Mini Earphone" & 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.

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

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.

WHEN SOMEONE FROM YOUR FAMILY OR OUR PARISH ARE HOSPITALIZED please call the Rectory. Most Hospitals no longer notify us when parishioners are admitted.

A MEN'S PRAYER GROUP 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. For more information, please call Bob Fahey at 839-5044 or Jim Wright at 837-1552

Prayer for Perpetual Adoration

“We pray to make Jesus loved in the Blessed Sacrament, and to make the Eucharist, through Perpetual Adoration, the very center of Christ the King Parish.” AMEN

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 and 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 at 834-3586.

· Youth Meeting – Saturday, May 13^th at 11:00 am in the Church Library, all are invited

· Spring Dance for Grades 8-12 at St. Mary’s Parish in Swormville, on Sat., May 13. Music will be provided by the Kiss 98.5 Road Show. The dance is from 7-10 p.m. (no admittance after 7:30). Call 688-0599 for tickets.

· Bison’s Day - Friday, June 2^nd at 7:35 p.m. – tickets are $6.50 – Deadline for pre-sale tickets is May 26^thh.

· Christian Leadership Institute – June 24^th – 30^th at St. Columban Center, Derby. Become a part of this great leadership training program for youth aimed at fostering potential, teaching practical skills, and obtaining knowledge about responsibility and leadership. Leadership skills taught include: communication, group dynamics, planning, and decision making. Prayer, community life, Christian values, Church ministry, affirmation, and recognition of personal gifts will be explored. Early-bird registration due by 5/31^st and is $225 or $240 after this date.

· Journey Along the Road of Hope is the theme for the upcoming edition for the handbook for Youth Ministry. Any teens interested in submitting original artwork depicting the images or hope and/or journey should submit their entry before June 1^st.

A VOCATION VIEW

What could convince someone to turn to God? The story that God became man? The story that Jesus cured the sick? The story that Jesus forgave sin? The story that Jesus rose from the dead? Or, perhaps, the story of the witness of your own life! If you have the continuing inclination that God is calling you to be His priest, call Fr. Leon at 847-5535.

The Mother’s Day Novena begins on Mother’s Day, next Sunday, May 14^th and is completed on Tuesday, May 23^rd. Mother’s Day Intention Cards and Intention envelopes can be found in the back of Church. Please return the envelopes in today’s or next weeks collection, or return them to the Rectory.

Although it’s only been a short time since Father DeLuca spoke on Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration at on Masses on April 8^th & 9^th, the response has been tremendous! However, Adorers are needed for the following time slots. If you are able to participate, please call the Division Leader listed with the times:

Christ the King Parish is seeking interested parishioners, willing to contribute their time, talents and input by serving on the Parish Council. Those chosen will be appointed to serve terms of not more than three years.

The members of the Council meet on the first Monday of every month from September through June, and act as an advisory group, performing the dual purpose of representing the parishioners to the pastoral staff and the pastoral staff to the parishioners. The first meeting you would be required to attend is scheduled for Monday, June 12^th at 7:30 pm. when both current and new members of the Parish Council meet.

Nominations may be taken by any current Council member, or by completing the following application form, and depositing it in the collection basket, on or before, Saturday, June 3^rd. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age, and all nominations are subject to approval by Msgr. Lichtenthal.

The selection process will include placing all nominees’ names in a basket and on June 11^th, the Feast of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit’s guidance will be prayed for as names are drawn from the basket.

Please consider sharing your leadership and talents with your Parish! The Council and the various committees supported by Council Members are an important part of our community life and your participation is required in order for us to fulfill our Parish Mission Statement.

Please complete and Return by Sat., June 3^rd

Name: ________________________________ Address: ______________________________ Phone #: _________________

I Would Be Able To Attend The Meeting On Monday, June 12^th At 7:30 p.m.: ____Yes ____No

Please return in Collection Basket or to the Rectory

“The loveliest masterpiece of the heart of God is the heart of a mother.” St. Therese of Lisieux

Elena Armitage, Sue Barlow, Andrew Benbenek, Maryann Bensman, Carol Ann Bradner, Shirley Carocci, Paula Clody-Neumeister, Shalet DiCapito, Salvatore Ferro, Frank Frontera, Eleanor Gottstein, George Grow, William Knittel, Sister Margaret Mary, Leo Masgula, Kelley Mitchell, Andrea Niemic, Lynn Paul, Mary Rafferty, Pasquale Scime, Donnie Swanson, Sister Shirley Sweney, Geraldine Walter, and Pat Weissman;

Those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, ESPECIALLY:

John Cardinal O’Connor, Archbishop of New York; Russell Messina, Sr. (father of Russel C. Messina, Jr.); and Pauline Vitko (mother of Betty).

WEDDING BANNS

The annual end-of-year dinner will be held on Monday, May 22nd at Giacobbi’s Restaurant at Main & Eggert Road. Reservations are due by May 15^th, with checks payable to Marge Wietig, 44 Audubon Dr. Dinner choices are: Scallops en Brochette - $19.95, Chicken Marsala - $18.50 and Penne Broccoli - $17.25. Cocktails are at 6:30, & dinner is at 7:30.

The annual Rosary & Altar Spring Luncheon will take place at Fanny’s Restaurant on Thursday, June 8^th. Please reserve this date on your calendar. Reservations may be made by sending a $15 check to Angela Coppola, 64 Bridle Path, Williamsville, NY 14221; before May 26^th. A Pork Tenderloin luncheon will be served at Noon.

BUS TRIP TO ARTPARK – SUNDAY, JULY 16^TH

We are winding down a successful month of preparation for Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration. However, a few vacant slots need to be filled. Please consult the chart located in the Church Vestibule. The names of the Division Leaders are listed on the chart.

THE MAY APPEAL

Letters were sent out this past week to all parishioners, announcing the renewal of the annual “May Appeal”, with the Target dates of May 20^th & 21^st. You have made so much possible with your donations during the recently concluded “3-Year Welcome Home Appeal.” We thank you for generosity. The annual “May Appeal” was set aside for three years – but we will use it again as we make a special appeal to our Parish family for funds to continue the extraordinary improvements and repairs to the Parish properties for the 75^th Anniversary of our parish which begins on September 10^th, 2000.

Included with the letter was a blue card and return envelope. Please return this card to the Rectory, or in the collection basket next weekend. May we suggest a minimum contribution of $100 this year, however, any contribution within your means is greatly appreciated. You may make pledges and spread your payments out. Reminder notices will be sent out in August, November and February.

CHURCH IN LATIN AMERICA

The Second Collection today will benefit the Church in Latin America. These funds will be used to support leadership training for seminarians, men & women religious, permanent deacons, catechists, and lay leaders in Latin America, where there is an average of only one priest for every 7,000 Catholics. Please give generously.

The next Respect Life Meeting will be held in the Church Library on Tuesday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m.

The next session of the RCIA will be held on Thursday, May 18^th at 7:15 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. We will be discussing the ministries in Christ the King Parish. If you have any questions regarding the RCIA process, please call Fr. David at 839-1430.

The closing night for the 5^th-8^th Grade Youth Group will be a “Sports Olympics” night scheduled for Friday, May 19^th, from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Please meet at the Soccer Field for an evening filled with numerous sports, carnival games and tug-of-war. There will be a raffle for a Media Play gift certificate as well as a drawing for a “boom” box. All 5^th-8^th graders, their parents and siblings are invited to attend.

v The Music Ministry participated in an inter-faith Memorial service at Roswell Park Cancer Institute on Wednesday. Memories are Keepsakes of the Heart was the theme. A special thank you to all the singers who performed so beautifully. Our ministry is on-going and out-going.

v 75^th Anniversary Festival Pizza Party/Sing: on Wednesday, May 24^th at 6:30 p.m. Teens, adults, families, please come and socialize, eat and sing your favorite hymns! Please RSVP to 839-1430, ext. 212 ASAP. No prior experience needed!

A Sincere “Thank You” to the dedicated volunteers who taught in this year’s Religious Education program. Without them it would not have been the success it was for the children in the elementary, middle and high school levels. They are: Grades 1-5: Mary Ann Coley, Vicki Gladysz, Kristin Wukovits, Holly Tifttickjian, Nina Caffarelli, Gail Canna, Marlene Cressman, Mary Lynn Herzog, Nancy Primerano, Terry Ray, Pat Moore, Melissa Schaefer, Kathy Humphrey, Ruth Merrill, Dan O’Donnell, and Joan Schierer; Grades 6-8: Deborah Canna, Guy Marlette, Melissa Schaefer, Judy Molik, Leslie Porto, Charles Rottner, Sarah Aquilina, Robert Cavallari, and Renee’ Villa; and Grades 9 & 10: Laurie Carter, Donna Koppmann, Liz Kukulka, Rosemary Lubinski, Mary Ann Paul, Maureen Pratt, Joan Schmitt, Joanne Wright, Pam Doerflein, Toni Murray, Carol Nowak, Rick & Robin Paolini, Jerry & Mary Ann Peer, John & Annette Ryerson, Joanne Schoenle and Barb Werbowski.

Thank you also to our substitute teachers: Father David, Mary Ann Peer, Debbie Renzi and Gloria Scolese.,

A very special “Thank You” to our office helpers: Justine Begy, Carol DiBella, Lynn Paul, Robin Paolini, and Mary DeRosa.

Our thanks and gratitude to Msgr. Lichtenthal, our moderator Father David, and Father Joe, who were there to spiritually guide and support the children.

ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY

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

*Tuesday – Representatives from Flynn & O’Hara will be in school between 12:30 and 1:30 to measure students for uniforms

*Friday – We will celebrate Teacher Appreciation Day in the classrooms. We thank our teachers for all they do!!

*This Week: Students in Grade 4 will take the NYS Math tests; and Students in Grade 8 will take the English Language Arts (ELA) tests.

**Congratulations to Mrs. Kathie Walsh, our 4^th Grade Teacher who was chosen as “Teacher of the Year” by the Sam Walton Community Leader Awards. An award presentation will take place in the near future.

A VOCATION VIEW

World Day of Prayer for Vocations

This is World Day of Prayer for Vocations. The world needs leaders with courage and integrity. The Church needs good leaders as well, leaders that will unselfishly care for the needs of God’s people and minister to them. If you feel God is calling you to His priesthood,

call Fr. Leon at 847-5535.

JUBILEE 2000 – PROCLAIMING THE GOOD NEWS

When people listen to the Gospel freely, they are ready to accept Jesus Christ the Good News of Salvation. Christians have the duty to share this proclamation. With due respect for the dignity and freedom of others, but also with faith and joy, the followers of Christ must be ready to share the wonderful gift of knowing Christ Jesus.

Prayer for Perpetual Adoration

It’s Mother’s Day. After the brunch and gifts, take time to reflect. What do you need to add honor to your life, your mother’s life? Catholic Charities understands busy lives and the needs that rise from rushing around. Do you need counsel, parenting skills, or home health care for a loved one? We embrace, enrich and empower people. Call Catholic Charities at 856-4494 and find out if we can help with what you or your Mom may need.

As of Tuesday, May 9^th, CKT parish has contributed $1XXXXXXXXXX.You may still drop your donation into the collection basket, or return it to the Rectory.

If you own stock or mutual fund shares, please consider them as charitable donations. This gift will not only assist Appeal 2000, but also provide benefits to your own tax matters.

Call our home office at 856-4494, or visit us on the web at www.ccwny.org, for more information.

EVENTS OUTSIDE OF OUR PARISH

§ Annual Mother’s Day Walk for Life takes place today, May 14^th at 1:00. A motorcade will leave Niagara University Campus, travel along Lewiston Road, Main St., Portage Rd & Niagara St. to the Rainbow Bridge. Walkers will assemble at Our Lady of Lebanon Church (1120 Niagara St.) by 1:30 – parking is available in the Niagara County Building Lot. Meet Canadians on the Rainbow Bridge for the Ceremony of the Roses at 2:30. Call 847-2205 for more info, or walkforlife@hotmail.com.

§ O’Hara High School’s Fine Arts Show is being held May 17^th from 7:00-9:00 pm at the school. Artwork will be displayed along with presentations by the dance & music departments.

§ Sacred Choral Concert featuring Cheektowaga Community Chorus and Millennium Youth Chorus, Chamber Orchestra and Tashama Childrens Dance Troupe will be held Sunday, May 21 at 2:30 pm, at Our Lady Help of Christian Church (Union Rd & Genesee St.). – No admission. Directed by Christina Shrewsbury.

§ The Buffalo-Dortmund Sister City Committee is looking for host families for 7 students from Dortmund, Germany, who wish to study at area high schools during the fall semester. The boys & girls are 16 & 17 years old, and will be here from August 28 until Dec. 18. Families interested should contact Dr. Peter boehm at 888-2327.

§ Join St. Gregory the Great Parish as they dedicate their Renovated Church & New Ministry Center on May 20^th at 6:00 pm with a Mass presided by Bishop Mansell. It will be followed by a reception at 8:00 in the Ministry Center.

§ 13^th Annual Horse Pull at St. Mary’s Church, 6785 East Arcade Rd., Arcade on May 21^st at 1:15 pm. Also serving our famous Chicken BBQ Dinner. Rain or Shine!

§ Foster Parents Mission Club: for $10 monthly, help missionary priests and nuns fieed, clothe and educate needy boys and girls by spiritually adopting a destitute Third World Child. For further info, write: Foster Parents Mission Club, 17330 Quincy St., Detroit, MI 48221

§ Pilgrimage to Montreal – Quebec, September 25^th – 28^th . Join Holy Angels Church, 348 Porter Ave., with a round trip train ride from Buffalo to Montreal, and bus trip to Montreal-Quebec. Single: $475, Double $450/person. Call885-3767 for more info. Space is limited & reservations must be paid in full by July 25^th.

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

(1) A "Mini Earphone" & 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.

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.

WHEN SOMEONE FROM YOUR FAMILY OR OUR PARISH ARE HOSPITALIZED please call the Rectory. Most Hospitals no longer notify us when parishioners are admitted.

V Women from our Rosary and Altar Society, also 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.

For information on any of the items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa at 834-3586.

Teen Singers & Musicians are needed to enhance the music for the Youth Mass on Pentecost Sunday, June 11^th. Contact Mrs. Peer or Mrs. Testa.

Bison’s Day - Friday, June 2^nd at 7:35 p.m. Buffalo Bison’s vs Toledo Mudhens – tickets are $6.50 and include fireworks & the “Friday Night Bash”! – Deadline for pre-sale tickets is May 26^th.

Christian Leadership Institute – June 24^th – 30^th at St. Columban Center, Derby. Become a part of this great leadership training program for youth aimed at fostering potential, teaching practical skills, and obtaining knowledge about responsibility and leadership. Leadership skills taught include: communication, group dynamics, planning, and decision making. Prayer, community life, Christian values, Church ministry, affirmation, and recognition of personal gifts will be explored. Early-bird registration due by 5/31^st and is $225 or $240 after this date.

Sounds of the Spirit – at St. Gabriel’s Church on May 28^th . Join people from WNY, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Canada for a day of song, praise and worship. 2pm – 9:30 pm . For ticket Info call 668-4017 – Adults $10 or $15 on May 28^th - Children under 12 - $5. Bands include: Holy Ground, The Ragamuffins, Sudden Impact, and the voices of Mercy. Proceeds to benefit St. Luke’ s, Baker-Victory Services, and Roswell Park Inst.

Annual Diocesan Youth Liturgy – Thursday, June 8^th at 7 pm at St. Joseph’s Cathedral – a special celebration for all young leaders of the Church.

Journey Along the Road of Hope is the theme for the upcoming edition for the handbook for Youth Ministry. Any teens interested in submitting original artwork depicting the images or hope and/or journey should submit their entry before June 1^st.

WEDDING BANNS

CONGRATULATIONS…

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING…

THE MAY APPEAL – 2000

BIBLE BUDDIES

The next pre-baptismal class will be offered on Wednesday, May 10^th at 7:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

The next session of the RCIA will be held on Thursday, May 11^th at 7:15 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. The topic of discussion will be on the Good Shepherd and the Ministries of the Church. If you have any questions regarding the RCIA process, please call Fr. David at 839-1430.

MAY CROWNING

MOTHER’S DAY ROSE SALE

HOLY NAME SUNDAY

YOU CAN SAVE SOMEONE’S LIFE TODAY

AREA EVENTS

CHURCH IN LATIN AMERICA

BUS TRIP TO ARTPARK – SUNDAY, JULY 16^TH

“THANKS” FOR YOUR HELP!

Call our home office at 856-4494, or visit us on the web at www.ccwny.org, for more information.

ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY

Prayer for Perpetual Adoration

A VOCATION VIEW

Please consider sharing your leadership and talents with your Parish! The Council and the various committees supported by Council Members are an important part of our community life and your participation is required in order for us to fulfill our Parish Mission Statement.

Please complete and Return by Sat., June 3^rd

Please return in Collection Basket or to the Rectory

WEDDING BANNS

BUS TRIP TO ARTPARK – SUNDAY, JULY 16^TH

We are winding down a successful month of preparation for Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration. However, a few vacant slots need to be filled. Please consult the chart located in the Church Vestibule. The names of the Division Leaders are listed on the chart.

THE MAY APPEAL

CHURCH IN LATIN AMERICA

The next session of the RCIA will be held on Thursday, May 18^th at 7:15 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. We will be discussing the ministries in Christ the King Parish. If you have any questions regarding the RCIA process, please call Fr. David at 839-1430.

ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY

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

A VOCATION VIEW

World Day of Prayer for Vocations

call Fr. Leon at 847-5535.

Prayer for Perpetual Adoration

Call our home office at 856-4494, or visit us on the web at www.ccwny.org, for more information.

EVENTS OUTSIDE OF OUR PARISH

WEDDING BANNS

CONGRATULATIONS…

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING…

THE MAY APPEAL – 2000

BIBLE BUDDIES

The next pre-baptismal class will be offered on Wednesday, May 10th at 7:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

The next session of the RCIA will be held on Thursday, May 11th at 7:15 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. The topic of discussion will be on the Good Shepherd and the Ministries of the Church. If you have any questions regarding the RCIA process, please call Fr. David at 839-1430.

MAY CROWNING

MOTHER’S DAY ROSE SALE

HOLY NAME SUNDAY

YOU CAN SAVE SOMEONE’S LIFE TODAY

AREA EVENTS

CHURCH IN LATIN AMERICA

BUS TRIP TO ARTPARK – SUNDAY, JULY 16TH

“THANKS” FOR YOUR HELP!

Call our home office at 856-4494, or visit us on the web at www.ccwny.org, for more information.

ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY

Prayer for Perpetual Adoration

A VOCATION VIEW

Please consider sharing your leadership and talents with your Parish! The Council and the various committees supported by Council Members are an important part of our community life and your participation is required in order for us to fulfill our Parish Mission Statement.

Please complete and Return by Sat., June 3rd

Please return in Collection Basket or to the Rectory

WEDDING BANNS

BUS TRIP TO ARTPARK – SUNDAY, JULY 16TH

We are winding down a successful month of preparation for Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration. However, a few vacant slots need to be filled. Please consult the chart located in the Church Vestibule. The names of the Division Leaders are listed on the chart.

THE MAY APPEAL

CHURCH IN LATIN AMERICA

The next session of the RCIA will be held on Thursday, May 18th at 7:15 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. We will be discussing the ministries in Christ the King Parish. If you have any questions regarding the RCIA process, please call Fr. David at 839-1430.

ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY

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

A VOCATION VIEW

World Day of Prayer for Vocations

call Fr. Leon at 847-5535.

Prayer for Perpetual Adoration

Call our home office at 856-4494, or visit us on the web at www.ccwny.org, for more information.

EVENTS OUTSIDE OF OUR PARISH

The next pre-baptismal class will be offered on Wednesday, May 10^th at 7:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

The next session of the RCIA will be held on Thursday, May 11^th at 7:15 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. The topic of discussion will be on the Good Shepherd and the Ministries of the Church. If you have any questions regarding the RCIA process, please call Fr. David at 839-1430.

BUS TRIP TO ARTPARK – SUNDAY, JULY 16^TH

Please complete and Return by Sat., June 3^rd

BUS TRIP TO ARTPARK – SUNDAY, JULY 16^TH

The next session of the RCIA will be held on Thursday, May 18^th at 7:15 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. We will be discussing the ministries in Christ the King Parish. If you have any questions regarding the RCIA process, please call Fr. David at 839-1430.